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Carpenter and Cohn coming to festival Singer-songwriter Mary Chapin Carpenter will be one of the headliners during the 2013 Vancouver Island Music Festival. Mary Chapin Carpenter’s music speaks to the most personal and most universal of life’s details. With 12 albums and 13 million records sold, Carpenter has won five Grammys, two CMA awards, two Academy of Country Music awards and is a Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee. Throughout her career, Carpenter has had a string of gold, platinum and multi-platinum albums, yielding such hits as Never Had it So Good, He Thinks He’ll Keep Her, Down at the Twist and Shout, I Feel Lucky, I Take My Chances, Shut Up and Kiss Me, and Tender When I Want to Be. Iconic artists including Joan Baez, Wynonna, Maura O’Connell, Mary Black, Cyndi Lauper, Dianne Reeves, Betty Buckley, Tony Rice and Trisha Yearwood have recorded her songs. Carpenter’s newest album Ashes and Roses has been described as her most powerful in years and is a collection of stunningly beautiful songs. Joining Carpenter on stage at MusicFest in July at the Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds is Grammy-award winner, singersongwriter Marc Cohn. A brilliant tunesmith, Cohn has the passion of a great soulman. He’s a natural storyteller, balancing the exuberant with the ... see COHN ■ A2

THE MAEVE MCKINNON Trio performs for Navigate powered by NIDES (North Island Distance Education School) students. Vancouver Island MusicFest sponsored the school visit and will sponsor more school performances in the future as part of a new partnership with Comox Valley schools. PHOTO COURTESY KIRK FRIEDERICH

MusicFest inspiring students in their schools Renee Andor

partnership with the Comox Valley School District where MusicFest will pay for some of its festival musicians to make special performances at various Comox Valley schools. “This is a small way MusicFest can give something back to our community in a real way, and

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After drawing huge crowds each summer for years, Vancouver Island MusicFest will now feature smaller performances designed to inspire Comox Valley students. MusicFest is starting a new

influence on him when he was a kid. He saw it inspire his own kids as well. “We see this (with kids) at the festival and it is perhaps the most rewarding part of what we do,” he continues. “There is nothing like seeing a child’s lights come on, ... see FESTIVAL ■ A2

it’s important we do so,” says MusicFest’s Doug Cox. “It’s a great thing for everyone. And we want to make sure the musicians we work with are fairly placed in various schools throughout the Valley so it’s not just going to one group of kids in particular.” Cox adds music had a profound

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Festival instilling love of music in young students no matter what their age, when they become curious or are moved by something.” MusicFest supported singer/songwriter Jesse Ruben’s visit to the Valley early this year; he performed at the Cumberland Hotel and visited schools to cel-

ebrate the I Can initiative, which is designed to empower and inspire students. Acting Hornby Island Elementary vice-principal Jen Turner, who asked Ruben to come to the Valley, talked with Cox about Ruben’s impact on students and the partnership was

MARY CHAPIN CARPENTER is the latest ‘name’ performer announced for MusicFest 2013.

underway. Turner is thrilled with the opportunity for students. “MusicFest has left such a musical legacy in the Valley, just with their music festival,” she says. “And for them to be wanting to give back to kids and really sort of instill that love of music in their early years, I think is a wonderful legacy to leave, not just the fact that they bring amazing artists for the whole Comox Valley every summer, but now they’re giving back to the community and sharing it with the younger kids — and I just think that is so amazing.” The Maeve McKinnon Trio, a Scottish folk group, performed at Navigate powered by NIDES (North Island Distance Education School) Thursday during the first official

school show. Besides a free concert for a group of kindergarten to Grade 9 students, the group sat down with some intermediate students so they could learn about the trio’s music-making experiences. Navigate vice-principal Alissa Pratt says the performance was “truly, refreshingly different” especially since the group sings with Gaelic lyrics, and taught students how to pronounce some of the words. Cox attended, and notes the workshop also went well with students performing for the trio and many interesting questions and answers. He plans to expand the program. “We are doing this organically, starting by asking the folks we have touring through if their schedules will

poignant while distilling universal truth from his frequently romantic, drawn-fromlife tales. Cohn’s career took off with the release of his debut album in 1991. The self-titled and critically adored Marc Cohn contains the contemporary classics Walking in Memphis, Silver Thunderbird, and True Companion. Cohn’s newest release Listening

Booth: 1970 takes Cohn back to where he began — writing songs that are the soundtrack to his life. Vancouver Island MusicFest 2013 takes place July 12 to 14 at the Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds. For tickets, artist announcements and festival information, go to www.islandmusicfest.com. — Vancouver Island Music Festival

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allow for it and if they have the desire to do it,” he explains. “Once we have the bugs worked out with our partners in the schools, I am hoping we can do much more than that. There is so much room here for us to initiate these kind of exchanges once we get started.” Cox also mentioned MusicFest will also hand out bursaries this year to deserving music students in the Valley’s secondary schools. “Our staff, board members and most of our volunteers all live

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Grate prank not really great idea Erin Haluschak Record Staff

What was a late-night prank for some, can be a costly and dangerous act to taxpayers, drivers and cyclists, warn city officials and RCMP. The prank came in the middle of the night, and isn’t the first time it has happened in Courtenay — the removal of metal catch basin grates on Fifth Street that were placed in the middle of the roadway in the middle of the night. “These grates are made of cast-iron and they don’t reflect light, so people wouldn’t be able to see them, and weigh between 60 and 80 pounds,” explained Const. Don Sinclair of the latest incident, which took place March 19 at 1:49 a.m. “If a car would have hit them, they would be in serious damage.” Sinclair said there were three or four grates moved and left on the travel por-

tion of the road. He added moving the grates were done for nothing more than to cause damage to pedestrians, vehicles and cyclists. “If a car would have hit this metal grate, it probably would have caused serious damage underneath their vehicle. If someone would have stepped off the sidewalk and fell into the hole they could have broken bones or hurt themselves pretty seriously,” he noted, and said if found, the culprits could face a fine or a charge of mischief. Keir Gervais, manager of public works for the City of Courtenay, said this type of incident happens a couple of times a month when the weather gets warmer, and there is a possibility of someone falling in. “All the stars would have to align themselves (for someone stumbling in) but most certainly. Or somebody parking a car or

KEIR GERVAIS, MANAGER of public works for the City of Courtenay, said the moving of grates throughout the city is done for nothing more than a middleof-the-night prank, which could result in serious damage or injury. PHOTO BY ERIN HALUSCHAK

somebody riding a bicycle down the road. There’s a void left there in the road service,” he noted. Gervais said normally, the city’s on-call public works employee would get a page through their

answering service during off-hours, and would return the catch basin lid to its proper place. In this particular incident, an RCMP member replaced the lid. “It’s like all pranks —

for the person doing it they don’t see the string of consequences that follow or costly or in the case of human injury or in the case of property damage of any sort,” he explained. photos@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Hot Chocolates in Courtenay is warning consumers not to consume foiled (in teal foil) Dark Chocolate Easter Eggs marked Raspberry because they may contain peanut butter, which is not declared on the label. If purchased after March 8, they may contain peanut butter. About 20 of these eggs were distributed in Courtenay from Hot Chocolates at 368 Fifth St. The eggs are labelled Raspberry on the front, with the Hot Chocolates logo sticker on the back with a D written in black. Milk chocolate eggs are not affected by this recall. Peanut butter may cause a serious or life-threatening reaction in persons with peanut allergies. Consumers should return any suspect product to Hot Chocolates for replacement or refund. Consumers can contact Hot Chocolates by calling 250-338-8211. — Hot Chocolates

MLA‘went to bat’ to get literacy funding restored Scott Stanfield Record Staff

The Comox Valley Lifelong Learning Association is able to continue offering programs and events through the next fiscal year, thanks to restored funding from the Province. The group will receive $30,000, as it has the past several years, enabling it to co-ordinate Family Literacy Week, Story Slam and other such events. On Monday, Comox Valley MLA/Education Minister Don McRae announced government is providing Decoda Literacy Solu-

tions — the provincial literacy body — with a $1 million grant to support programs throughout B.C. “Although we faced tough choices to remain fiscally responsible, I committed to working with Decoda to try and find additional funds for their co-ordination of community literacy programs,” McRae said in a news release. “I believe strongly in the work they are doing.” The CVLLA is among 102 literacy groups in B.C. that will receive money. McRae managed to find an additional $1 million for literacy

programs, on top of the $1 million government had initially given this year to Decoda, which requires a minimum $2.5 million for each literacy group in the province. Decoda will provide the remaining $500,000. “Restoring this funding to a total of $2 million was not easy for the minister and he had to make a very good case for it,” said Brenda Le Clair, Decoda’s chief executive officer. “We really appreciate he (McRae) went to bat for us,” said Danielle Hoogland, CVLLA literacy outreach co-ordinator. The group’s Literacy for

Change campaign is focused on book distribution to families in the Comox Valley. Research indicates parents reading to children is “quite foundational” to developing a child’s learning practice and reading abilities, Hoogland said. “Just fostering those initial skills, appreciation for reading and writing.” The CVLLA will move forward with plans to include a greater number of literacy supports into family programs, and possibly another essential skills session for young parents. “That program involves poten-

tial employers and community services that support young parents in finding employment, learning about employment,” Hoogland said. “What we really aim to do is initiate that love of learning again.” Along with McRae, the association appreciates support from its partner organizations and the community at large. “The letter writing worked,” Hoogland said in reference to a letter writing campaign to reinstate funding. Visit www.cvliteracy.ca for more information about the CVLLA. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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Three-quarters of Courtenay’s annexations OKed City still waiting to hear about south Courtenay Record Staff Three of Courtenay’s four applications for boundary extensions have been approved. Formerly part of the Comox Valley Regional District, Beaver Meadow Farms off Anderton Road, Baptist Church on Lake Trail Road and Crown Isle-owned Lannan Lands (formerly known as Lannan Forest) on Lannan Road are now officially part of the city.

Mayor Larry Jangula says the City has not yet received word on the application to annex about 100 properties in the south Courtenay area. Jangula adds he’s pleased the three areas approved are now part of Courtenay. “It’s absolutely fantastic, I mean, especially regarding the church,” he says. “If you look at the Baptist Church, it is one of the largest congregations in the Valley with over 1,000 families. “They’re basically hoping to expand their building, which this would now give them an opportunity to do

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so. They’ve been sitting on a septic field and basically there’s a fishbearing stream that’s very near their property so this is a very positive thing for the environment and for the community.”

Stage Three restrictions coming for water users BC Hydro is doing spring maintenance at station Due to BC Hydro’s spring maintenance on the Puntledge River generating station, the Comox Valley water system will supply water to consumers via the Puntledge pump station from April 3 at 8 a.m. until April 24 at 4:30 p.m. To maintain enough water in the system during this time for household and firefighting needs, the Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) will move to Stage Three water restrictions. Residents are asked to use water only when completely necessary. During stage three the following seasonal activities are prohibited: • Watering lawns (with manual or automatic sprinklers) or pressure washing driveways or boule-

vards at any time • Filling or adding water to a hot tub or garden pond at any time • Washing a vehicle or a boat at any time This Stage Three water restriction applies to everyone living in the Town of Comox, the City of Courtenay and the Arden, Comox Valley, England Road, Marsden/Camco, and Greaves Crescent water local service areas. All of these areas are served by the Comox Valley water system. Health regulations require that consumer and business users be aware that the water might be turbid (cloudy) if heavy rains occur. There may be slight discolouration of the water during and after this period. Residents living near the pump station can expect some noise from the engines while water is being pumped from the river. We apologize to residents who may be affected.

For more information on the current restrictions including the three-stage bylaw visit www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/restrictions. — Comox Valley Regional District

The 40-acre Lannan Lands area has a controversial past. Years ago, Silverado Land Corporation, affiliated with Crown Isle, outbid then-called Comox Strathcona Regional District and bought the land. The property was logged in 2010, with some public outcry. Jangula notes the cleared land will likely be developed in the future, and that could be a good thing. “It butts right up to Crown Isle and if it’s going to be developed anywhere near the standard that Crown Isle is I think it’s something we’re going to be very proud of in the City — and I’m sure it will,” he says. Though largely farmland, the Beaver Meadows area includes a 27-hectare section running along Ryan Road out to Anderton Road, which could be developed in the future. Courtenay director of development services Peter Crawford had previously noted all applications except for south Courtenay, were applicant-driven.

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The south Courtenay expansion has been in the works for about 1.5 years — and according to Crawford, plenty of community outreach was done showing 60 per cent of resident responses in favour of coming into the city. Sewer servicing of the area via the development by Buckstone Investments Ltd. was a main driver for the expansion as well as concern around failing septic systems on some of the properties in the expansion area. Courtenay used alternative approval processes to receive elector approval, which means at least 10 per

cent of electors within the city, (not in the areas where the pro-

posed expansion would occur), must call for a referendum for one to happen. The number of electors did not reach 10 per cent for any of the areas: 25 responses were received for south Courtenay, 36 for Beaver Meadows, 11 for Baptist Church and 36 for Lannan Lands.

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Canada named United’s Joan Mathias to the women’s national team that competed in Mexico.

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Maple Pool United’s second season of street soccer in the Comox Valley will include the Western Canadian qualifier June 29 at Lewis Park. Teams from Calgary, Kelowna, Vancouver and Victoria will compete against players from Maple Pool United for spots on Canada’s national street soccer teams that will travel to Pozna, Poland for the 2013 Homeless World Cup. The local season kicks off April 4 at Maple Pool Campground and RV Park on Headquarters Road in Courtenay. Grant Shilling, an outreach worker at the Dawn to Dawn: Action on Homelessness Society, started a local street soccer program last spring with a handful of players. It provides an opportunity for homeless and marginalized individuals to exercise, socialize and compete in a fun environment. Unlike 11-aside soccer, street soccer involves four-player teams that play on a field about 22 metres long with hockey-size nets. The program has been nothing short of a resounding success. By summer, Maple Pool United had competed at street soccer tournaments in Victoria and Kelowna. The latter was the Western Canadian qualifier for last fall’s Homeless World Cup in Mexico City. Representatives from Street Soccer

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Where’s end-of-life funding for the North Island? Approximately $10 million committed to Lower Mainland Renee Andor Record Staff

Where’s the funding for end-of-life care in the Comox Valley? The Comox Valley Hospice Society has been asking this question for years, but after the Health Ministry’s announcement this week of millions for hospice care in the Lower Mainland, the society is asking the question with renewed vigour. “We’re pleased that enhancements to hospice care are being seen as a priority for the Lower Mainland,” says Comox Valley Hospice Society executive director Terri Odeneal. “That said, every British Columbian has the right to spend their last months, weeks and days receiving compassionate care in a setting of their choice.” As Health Minister Margaret MacDiarmid released a plan to improve end-of-life care in the province, she announced the Vancouver Hospice Society will receive $950,000 to complete and equip its hospice home facility. Marion Hospice in Vancouver will receive $2 million, Peace Arch Hospice in White Rock will receive $3 million, Canuck Place Children’s Hospice in Vancouver will receive $2 million and government will commit $2 million through the Provincial Health Services Authority to establish a Provincial Centre for Excellence for end-of-life care. Odeneal points out Comox Valley residents have been advocating for residential hospice

beds for over six years, yet there are still zero dedicated hospice palliative care beds, which she says are due to a “lack of commitment of operational funding” from the Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA). “Here in the Comox Valley — the boomer capital of Canada — we have people dying in four-bed mixedgender hospital wards, on stretchers in emergency overflow areas or at home with caregivers who are physically, emotionally and financially overwhelmed,”

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adds Odeneal. The Comox Valley Hospice Society has nearly $350,000 sitting in the bank for a residential hospice project in partnership with St. Joseph’s General Hospital. This money has been sitting there for years, according to Odeneal, who says the society stopped fundraising because VIHA “put off ” operational funding for the project.

for home and community care and end-oflife care Lois Cosgrave also noted the funding still needed to be sourced as she made the announcement, and VIHA still needed to decide how those beds would be split between the Comox Valley and Campbell River. VIHA communications officer Val Wilson says VIHA is still committed to hospice/pal-

liative care beds on the North Island. “We are currently working on a plan and anticipate being able to share some good news in the very near future,” says Wilson, adding she couldn’t yet share any details about funding hospice/ palliative care beds for the Comox Valley. “As soon as we have more details, we will communicate this publicly; this will be welcome news for the community.” Comox Valley Hospice Society president Audrey Craig is cautiously optimistic. “If they truly mean that, that it’s in the ‘very near future’ then, you know, we’re willing to wait, but how long do you wait? I mean, look at the years we’ve been waiting now,” she points out. VIHA’s strategic plan from 2007 said the Comox Valley should have had residential hospice beds by 2011, but they never came. There are some residential hospice beds with VIHA funding on the South Island, Quality Clothing Affordable Prices

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because it never knows for sure whether it will be forthcoming. Other than this funding, the society

particularly Victoria, but not much north of there, adds Craig. “We want it to be equitable for everyone, that it shouldn’t end at Victoria,” she continues. Odeneal notes the Comox Valley Hospice Society received word Wednesday that VIHA will provide it with $15,700 in funding this year, which is nearly as much as each of the past two years. However, she notes the society can’t count on that money for budgeting purposes

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A Look Back INTO

THE HISTORY

O F T H E C O M O X VA L L E Y

Growth of Courtenay

Reprinted courtesy of

LAND OF PLENTY A History of the Comox District

(1915-1923)

Once the City of Courtenay was incorporated, its future was secured.. This encouraged established businesses to expand and new businesses to open their doors. By the 1920s a core of buildings was growing alongg and adjacent to 5th Street. Citizens off Courtenay such as Isabelle Stubbs, herr brother Lawrence Moncrieff, Charlie Sutton and Bill Morson remember the early town vividly. 1923 appears to be a vintage year for memories. The docks and storage of Brackman and Ker Milling had been builtt on the east side of the river. Regularr barge loads of various grains were unloaded here to be processed andd distributed throughout the district. The sawmill a little further south was still operating. Joseph McPhee hadd built his large and beautiful home on Anderton Avenue, and shared the block up to Comox Logging Railway with Len Piketâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Electric Shop. Dr. T. Briggs arrived and set up his practice next to Dr. Millardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house. By this time, the Canadian Bank of Commerce was operating on the comer of present day Cliffe Avenue and 5th Street. Meredithâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s garage and Corfield Motors were situated just south along Cliffe, or Union Bay Road as some called it. Boothâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new store occupied the southwest comer opposite the bank. Mrs. Stubbs recalls the City scales having been moved from that corner in 1920 up to the Creamery to make it far more convenient for the farmers who used them. The children on their way to the school nearby loved to walk across

Early Courtenay (circa 1916) the scaleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finely balanced platform. Fred Fieldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Real Estate, the Argus newspaper, Boolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tire and Battery Shop, and Charlie Morsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shoe repair shop took up space behind Boothâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s store along the Union Bay Road. From Union Bay Road west to Duncan Avenue, spaces were gradually being occupied by pioneer businesses such as Beardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (later Hopkins Cash Store), A.G. Slaughter butcher shop, Percy Sadlerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s modern cafe, Jack Patersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shoes (established by Jimmy Aston who owned the building), Blunt and Ewartsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Chevrolet dealership, Hannaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Candy Store and Overwaitea Groceries. Of these, only the shoe store remains today, as

Searleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shoes. An interesting little story is told regarding the City Hall of the day having to be moved off 5th Street. On September I, 1921, Mr. P.L. Anderton asked on behalf of Mr. John Urquhart if City Hall could be removed from the road allowance joining his lot No. 38 on Map 61. The hall was moved to a lot across the alley behind Overwaitea and next to the fire hall. It stood there until the present City Hall was opened on Cliffe Avenue on December 15, 1952. The central part of this block was destroyed by a fire which started at 1 a.m. on May 27, 1926. Four buildings were destroyed completely and damages were sustained by others.

Gambling Hells in Courtenay Comox Argus, November 25, 1920

Mr. Hyde delivers a sermon on the social conditions in town. There exists in Courtenay gambling hells of the worst kind. Mr. Hyde stated that it was up to the mothers to see that the place was cleaned up and this evil put out of the reach of their children. Mr. Hyde had received reliable information that the dances held were of the most lascivious character and little better than common brothels. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The town needs cleaning up,â&#x20AC;? he says.

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Generous donor helps women A Comprehensive Breast Health Program has been launched at St. Joseph’s General Hospital to dramatically change breast health care for women residing in the Comox Valley and northern Vancouver Island. “This progress we have made to date is part of a greater vision of changing the way women with breast problems experience care,” said Dr. Astrope. “From screening and diagnosis to biopsy and post-procedural support, this model is designed to make the patient feel empowered with accelerated access to expert care and enhanced interaction with the medical team so that they become active partners in their own breast health and treatment options.” Most recently, new equipment has been installed and staff trained on the Stereotactic Biopsy System and a CoreVision System. Combined, these two essential pieces of equipment will allow the medical breast care team to perform biopsies and to conduct radiographic tissue analysis. Women have had to leave the Comox Valley in the past to obtain stereotactic biopsies. The funds for this new high-tech equipment and for the renovations and educational enhancements came from a donation to the hospital by a family in the Comox Valley who saw a need to enhance breast care and education. “So much of the hospital’s history started

in answer to a need,” the anonymous donor commented. “A gift from a patient’s family that led to the development of the cancer care area was started from a need in 2007. This too is the beginning of an answer for a need in our community; to deliver comprehensive, caring and enhanced breast care from the routine procedures through to the muchneeded investigative and surgical care.”

This very generous gift has allowed St. Joseph’s to make significant improvements for women with breast health issues. The work completed to date cost $190,000 and includes enhancements to diagnosis and treatment, improving physical environment and emphasis on education and patient involvement in their case is truly exciting. The hospital foundation raises money for

equipment and renovations that are not funded through Vancouver Island Health Authority. If you or your organization would like to support this program or would like more information contact Lynn at the Foundation office at 250-890-3046 or visit the website at www.cvhospitalfoundation.com — St. Joseph’s General Hospital Foundation

The Comox Valley RCMP Drug Section discovered five pounds of marijuana, more than $15,000 and a loaded .40-calibre handgun when it searched a residence in the 1100 block of Farquharson Drive in Courtenay. The search was the result of a dial-a-dope drug trafficking investigation in the Courtenay area. Courtenay resident Brennan Gladish is facing charges of possession for the purpose of trafficking marijuana, possession of a restricted weapon with ammunition, unauthorized possession of a firearm and careless storage of a firearm. Gladish was held in custody upon arrest and appeared in provincial court, where he was ordered to be held in custody until he is to appear in court for trial. The Comox Valley

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Cumberland council sent a rezoning bylaw back to staff to redefine carriage to laneway housing for a development in the village. The bylaw concerns a 10-acre property on Carlisle Lane where the owner plans to build 33 residential lots, with the ability to add secondary suites and carriage houses. The latter are detached from the main residence usually located at the rear of a lot with access via a lane or road. Coun. Kate Greening prefers an amended bylaw to enable laneway houses to accommodate people of all walks of life. ••• The Comox Valley chapter of the Council of Canadians hopes

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How to be prepared Experience has shown that after a disaster, it may take three or more days for emergency services to reach many of the neighbourhoods and individuals. The NEPP program is designed to provide information, training and skills necessary for individuals and neighbourhoods to be self-sufficient after a disaster. Free NEPP programs are scheduled at the Comox Fire Station on April 12 and May 17 (two-hour sessions). Sessions are free. Contact the Comox Community Centre at 250339-2255 to register. Recognizing and responding quickly to someone having a heart

attack or choking can mean the difference between life and death. Comox Fire Rescue is also offering a free, CPR (A) courses. CPR (A), AED covers the skills needed to recognize and respond to cardiovascular emergencies and choking for people age eight and older including performing one-person adult CPR. Sessions also cover the use of public access Automatic External Defibrillators (AED). “I am so pleased that we are able to offer this important training to our citizens. Having more people training can save lives and make us a safer community,” said Comox Fire chief Gord Schreiner. — Comox Fire Station

A FIFTH ANNUAL hockey game happens this Saturday to honour the memory of Alexis Irelyn Pendak.

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ICBC improving roads You might have driven along Cumberland Road and noticed a new crosswalk. This is one of seven road improvements ICBC invested in last year to help make Courtenay roads safer for everyone. ICBC launched the safer roads program in 1989, and since then, has invested over $110 million in road improvement projects and safety studies across B.C. In 2012, ICBC invested approximately $930,000 on Vancouver Island and $8 million in projects and safety audits across the province. All proposed road improvement projects are assessed based on their ability to make roads safer. The most recent evaluation of the program concluded that overall, for every dollar invested, ICBC and its customers see a return of five times the investment. The evaluation found that two

years following a project’s implementation, there is on average, a 20-percent reduction in severe crashes and a 12-per-cent reduction in property damage crashes. More importantly, the benefits of road improvements continue well beyond two years. As road improvements are implemented, it also requires drivers to adopt new driving behaviours, such as adjusting to traffic pattern changes and understanding the rules of the road. The majority of crashes are preventable and have more to do with driver error than road engineering. Over the past 23 years, ICBC’s safer roads program has evolved significantly — community investments and successful partnerships have led to award-winning projects and the contributions have helped advance the knowledge of the road safety engineering industry in B.C. and across Canada. — ICBC

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Honda,Vanier, others rallying behind ailing Isaac Renee Andor Record Staff

WITH COMMUNITY SUPPORT, seriously ill Comox Valley resident Isaac LeBlanc FILE PHOTO hopes to get out of hospital sooner rather than later.

Comox Valley resident Isaac LeBlanc has something to smile about these days. The 27-year-old has been in hospital care for well over a year, but thanks to some big hearts in the community, he may be able to go home sooner than later. “With the community opening their hearts and stepping up like they are, they’re all absolutely, 100 per cent, making it possible for Isaac to go home,” says his mother Wendy LeBlanc. “He’s got such a huge smile on his face because he knows he’s going to go home.” After suffering neck pain in late 2011, Isaac was soon unable to speak and paralyzed from the neck down. He has been in hospital care ever since. According to Wendy, Isaac has been diagnosed with a rare form of multiple sclerosis called Marburg, but doctors still aren’t completely sure of the diagnosis. Isaac is at St. Joseph’s General Hospital now and is slowly improving — he can speak, though with obvious effort and is regaining some movement of his body through physiotherapy. Because he’s on the mend,

Wendy says doctors suggest he go to a long-term care facility unless the family can find wheelchair-friendly housing for him. They hope to adapt one of the suites in Isaac’s father’s Courtenay duplex, but Wendy says quotes for the adaptation work have come in around $50,000, which the family doesn’t have. Meanwhile, Jay Cubitt, who works as a sales consultant at Island Honda in Courtenay, decided he wanted to help, after reading about Isaac’s situation in an early-March edition of the Record. “I went and I met him, and met his Mom and I figured, you know, I’m pretty lucky, there’s got to be something I can do,” recalls Cubitt. “So I just sort of brought it up at a sales meeting the one day asking if I could use our property to host a fundraiser for him.” The fundraiser will be April 20 at the dealership (1025B Comox Rd.), and will include a carwash from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., plus a BBQ from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cubitt notes the Vanier Secondary School leadership class has jumped on board to help out with the carwash, and Cubitt’s looking for a grocer to donate food for the BBQ so that

all proceeds can go to help Isaac. He also contacted Mayor Larry Jangula to see if he could help out in any way. Besides visiting Isaac twice over the past couple of weeks at St. Joseph’s, Jangula’s been busy speaking to various community groups in an effort to garner support for Isaac. “I’m just trying to really get the word out to organizations and people that I meet,” he says. Cubitt also told Wayne Rideout of Rideout Construction about the family’s plans to adapt their Courtenay home — and Rideout is donating his time to see whether the proposed project is feasible, what it would entail and exactly how much it would cost. Meanwhile, Wendy is looking into BC Housing’s Home Adaptations for Independence program, which will provide up to $20,000 for home adaptations to help low-income people with disabilities in B.C. Plus, she’s organizing a fundraiser at the Lower Elks Hall on May 4 featuring live bands, a potluck meal and a poker tournament with prizes. Anyone interested in contributing to the event can call her at 250-218-6489. writer@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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Former judge speaking The second annual Iona Campagnolo Lecture in Restorative Justice on April 4 will feature speaker retired judge Barry Stuart, formerly of the Yukon Territorial Court. A pioneer in the introduction of circle sentencing, his landmark decision in Regina versus Moses provided a key framework for the use of circles in sentencing offenders in Criminal Code matters. The title of his talk is Rethinking Our Journey to Smart Justice, which he will deliver April 4 at 7:30 in the Stan Hagen Theatre at North Island College. For the past 35 years, his work has focused on resolving conflicts and improving the decisionmaking processes in the public and private sectors. He has worked in a wide range of many challenging settings to develop skills and processes to engage conflict in ways that generate innovative solutions and build effective relationships. He is internationally known through his training, teaching, writings and involvement as a mediator, negotiator and facilitator. As chief negotiator for Yukon land claims, he negotiated the Umbrella Land Claims Agreement. He has worked in several communities in North America and in Third World countries to develop community and restorative justice processes. For this work, Judge Stuart received the Governor General’s Medal. For his work in Papua New Guinea on their constitution, justice processes and on establishing provincial government, he received the Independence Medal of Papua New Guinea. Barry’s principal interest lies in creating safe places for people to engage in the difficult dialogues needed to move through seemingly intractable differences. He recently concluded a three-week project in Brazil on the establishment of restorative justice among aboriginal communities there. — Community Justice Centre (Comox Valley)

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Red Rooster Wine Tasting g YOUNG LITURGICAL DANCERS prepare for Easter morning.

Church expects big Easter crowd Sometimes challenges bring new opportunities. This is certainly true for St. Peter’s Anglican Church in Comox. Over the past few years, this community church has been experiencing steady growth. Week by week, this creates a full worshipping community. It is on festivals such as Easter Sunday that the challenge comes. How can they safely welcome all of their guests? This is where the notion of opportunity comes in. This year, St. Peter’s Church has decided to move the 10 a.m. Easter Sunday morning service to the Comox Community Centre. “At the recreation centre, we will truly have the space to welcome the community to come and celebrate with us,” declares Jim Lyster, the parish priest. “We hope that many people will come and join us.” And a celebration it truly will be! The service will open with a short

Kitty group needs help The Kitty Cat PAL Society is looking for donations of construction and finishing materials, funds and labour. They need studs, joists, nails, anchors, gaskets, insulation, drywall, subfloor, noseam vinyl flooring, paint, exterior door and window, light fixtures and a dumpster. The society needs about $4,000 for plumbing labour, for inside finishing labour. Please e-mail kittycatpals@gmail.com if you think you can help. — Kitty Cat PAL Society

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dramatic presentation. There will be beautiful music — traditional and modern songs will be sung. Young liturgical dancers have been preparing to lead the congregation in worship.

And the good news of the Risen Lord will be declared! While there will be no formal nursery or Sunday school, families with young children will find an activity zone open during the

entire service. There will also be an egg hunt following the service. You don’t have to be Anglican to appreciate the joy of this Easter Sunday morning service. All will find a warm welcome. The Comox Community Centre is at 1855 Noel Ave. in Comox. The Easter morning service is March 31 at 10 a.m. For more information, call 250-339-6416. — St. Peter’s Anglican Church

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The North Vancouver Island Chefs Association will again celebrate National Pasta Day with their second annual family-style Italian dinner April 8. National Pasta Day is held across Canada by branches of the Canadian Culinary Federation. This spring, the dinner is hosted at Avenue Bistro in Comox, under the lead of NVICA vice-president chef Jon Frazier from Atlas Cafe, Avenue’s sister restaurant in Cour-

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Meal served for Pasta Day tenay. Local ingredients will be featured on the four-course menu, starting with passing platters of fresh focaccia paired with a balsamic drizzle. Bowls of delicious Island Bison minestrone arrive shortly after, followed by crisp, fresh local greens tossed in a Tree Island Yogurt

dressing. The feature entree platter matches Prontissima lemon-dill pasta with a chef’s signature sauce with West Coast wild salmon. And this would not be Italian without the classic tiramisu dessert, served with tea or coffee. Red and white wine can be enjoyed with the meal, sold sepa-

rately by the whole or half carafe. Tickets may be purchased in Courtenay at ‘Beyond’ the Kitchen Door at 274 Fifth St. (250 3384404). Seating is limited, one service only, starting al presto at 6:30 p.m. More information about this event and NVICA can be followed on Facebook and at www.northvanouverislandchefs.com. — North Vancouver Island Chefs Association

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Awards offered by PM Do you know an individual, a group, a business or a not-forprofit organization that is making a difference in your community? MP John Duncan is reminding community members that nominations for the Prime Minister’s Volunteer Awards are being accepted and the deadline for receipt of nominations has been extended to April 15. The Prime Minister’s Volunteer Awards celebrate exceptional Canadians who make a difference. A total of 17 awards are given at the regional and national level. Award recipients are recognized at a ceremony, and can name an eligible notfor-profit organization to receive a grant for $5,000 (regional award) or $10,000 (national award). “The Prime Minister’s Volunteer Awards recognize the contributions of volunteers, businesses and notfor-profit organizations that help make communities stronger,” said Duncan. “There are many deserving award recipients in this region, but someone must nominate them.” A nominator may be any person or organization with direct knowledge of the nominee’s contribution. As individuals or groups, volunteers help their communities in many ways, from organizing activities for children with disabilities to fundraising for community projects. The number of hours they donate is the equivalent of nearly 1.1 million full-time jobs. Visit www.pm.gc.ca/ awards, www.facebook. com/PrixduPMAwards, or call 1-877-825-0434 for more information about the PMVA, including past award recipients and the current call for nominations. — MP John Duncan

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Looking for heaven? Retired high school teacher Jack Miller says he is starting to teach “from the inside out instead of the outside in.” He is offering a one-day workshop titled Heaven is Only a Thought Away this Saturday at the house right beside the little red church in Comox. Admission is by donation. Judgment, guilt, blame, sacrifice, victim, shame, rejection, conflict — have any one or more of these sent you reeling and feeling like you were in hell instead of living in heaven? Do you listen to your thoughts so vigilantly that you are letting go of all the negative ones in every moment? Come to this friendship workshop to continue to “climb the stairway to heaven” as you abolish and reprogram these type of thoughts and

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clear out and heal any related buried feeling(s). Benefits you can receive are: • Developing a greater awareness of how you attack yourself; • Healing many of your self/other/ heaven attack issues; • Strengthening your connection with your higher power; • Feeling a fuller sense of your own true being; The workshop runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the house right next door to the little red church (2182 Comox Ave.). It can be reached by driving into the parking lot or turning left into the parking lot off Alpine Street at the first house on your left if you are coming up from Comox Avenue. If you would like to pre-register or have any other questions, phone 250-871-1745. — Jack Miller

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Marine station has open house Families looking for something fun and educational over the Easter weekend may want to check out the open house at the Deep Bay Marine Field Station in Bowser this Saturday. Touch tanks and large aquaria brimming with colourful marine creatures from local waters will delight young and old alike, along with plenty of fun-filled activities throughout the day including artists demonstrations, a First Nations interpretive walk, displays and facepainting. An oyster bar, refreshments and snacks will also be available, and door prizes. “The open house is part of our contribution to the Brant Festival this year,” says manager Brian Kingzett. “We know many families have visitors during the Easter long weekend and will be looking for things to do. The open house provides a perfect day trip from just about anywhere on Vancouver Island.” The Deep Bay Marine Field Station is a key research facility for Vancouver Island University and is fast becoming a popular tourism destination for the region. The facility supports coastal and marine research related to sustainable shellfish aquaculture development, preservation of coastal ecosystems and interdisciplinary projects involving local communities. It is also open to the public year round as a

marine science centre. The touch tanks and aquaria offer hands-on learning opportunities to educate school children, community members and other groups about marine life. The building is an attraction in itself with a distinctive clamshell shaped roof and unique sustainability features. With its stunning panoramic views and on-site culinary facilities, the field station is becoming a popular venue for weddings, celebrations, conferences, workshops and other events. Staff at the Field Station are available to help arrange interpretive tours for school and community groups and individuals, customized workshops, birthday parties and even overnight programs. The field station is open to visitors daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors can take a self-guided tour, learn about what makes the building so green, marine conservation issues and how to help protect the environment. During certain times of the year, visitors can observe research currently underway in labs from the viewing mezzanine. “And of course everyone raves about the amazing views of Baynes Sound from our deck,” says Kingzett. There is free admission during the March 30 open house. For more information, visit www.viu.ca/ deepbay. — Vancouver Island University

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Dr. Heather Matheson of Balanced Paws Veterinary Care is now accepting new clients Western Medicine Acupuncture Chinese Herbs Homeopathy COMOX VALLEY CADETS were busy recently in Vernon (left) and Victoria.

Local army cadets busy on two fronts The week of March 17 to 23 was a very busy one for the senior cadets of 1726 Royal Canadian Army Cadets, Princess Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Canadian Scottish Regiment. MCpl. Ryan Yeomans and Sgt. Giles Watts attended the Cadet Honour Band in Victo-

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non, where he met up with MCpl. Brittany Martin, who was training to be a cadet drum instructor, and Sgt. Rachel Dunn, who spent the week honing her competitive shooting skills in hopes of competing on the Canadian cadet team

in Europe this year. Also, at Vernon, were Sgt. Eric Karrasch and Warrant Officer Hugh Park, both of whom successfully completed the Army Cadet PreParachute Qualification Course, and will spend this summer at the Canadian Forces

SGT. JARED HEAVENER, Sgt. Andrew Jutte, Sgt. Tristan Avery and Sgt. Daniel Watkins (from left) competed in effective speaking events recently.

Cadets speak well Sgt. Jared Heavener placed first at the 386 (Komox) Squadron Royal Canadian Air Cadets annual effective speaking competition recently. Sgt. Andrew Jutte, Sgt. Tristan Avery and Sgt. Daniel Watkins placed second through fourth. Two Cadets went on to the Vancouver Island Effective Speaking Competition on March 24 to compete against other cadets from Vancouver Island. Avery placed third. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 386 (Komox) Squadron

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Basic Parachute course in Trenton, Ont. A Beer and Burger/ Silent Auction fundraiser will be held at the Griffin Pub on April 20 on behalf of the 1726 Army Cadet Corps. Local businesses have been very generous in donating items for the auction. Tickets are at various locations. For more information, contact 1726 RCACC at 250-3398211, ext. 7995.

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CHILDREN LOVED EASTER last year in Comox.

Comox celebrating Easter Open house on Saturday at mall, egg hunt Monday Bring the kids and grandkids to downtown Comox this Easter weekend for all-generations family fun sponsored by the merchants, restaurants and professional members of Comox by the Sea. This Saturday from 10 to noon in the

Comox Centre Mall, let the kids meet and play at an Easter petting zoo and make a unique creation at the special Easter craft table. Feel free to join in and experience your inner Martha Stewart! Comox by the Sea shop owners have many sweet gift ideas to fill up the kids’ Easter baskets. Drop in and have a browse, treat yourself to a bite and then stroll down to Marina Park for a walkabout

Easter at Filberg fun for families Come to the Filberg Park and Lodge and celebrate the Easter weekend. The Filberg Heritage Lodge is open for the Easter weekend from Friday through Monday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The gift shop is full of newly donated treasures and the lodge is ready for tours. As a treat for families, the FHLPA is hosting a Find the Easter Bunny hunt throughout the park all weekend long. Come to the lodge between 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. to get your clues and then head out into the Park to find the ‘bunnies.’ If you own a cement or garden ‘bunny,’ please donate or lend it to the FHLPA for the weekend. Our plan is to have nine Easter ‘bunnies’ hidden throughout the park during the weekend for the scavenger hunt. The Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park Association is a registered non-profit responsible for the restoration and maintenance of the historic lodge and park. For more information contactlodge@

filberg.com, visit our website at www.filberg. com or call us at 250339-2715. — Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park Association

in anticipation of Monday’s super duper Easter egg hunt! Easter Monday’s eggstravaganza hunt gets started at 12:30 in Marina Park. Don’t forget your camera to get some pictures of your kids and grandkids chasing after the hidden treats! For more news, please like the Comox by the Sea Facebook page at www.Facebook. Com/comoxbythesea. — Comox by the Sea

Are you interested in learning more about the mysteries of the night sky? Then join a new dropin stargazing group that will meet weekly starting March 28 at 7 p.m. on Thursdays at the Comox Library at 1720 Beaufort Ave. Weather permitting, the group will proceed down to the viewing area, Marina Park, at 7:15 p.m. People of all ages are welcome, from casual stargazers to seasoned astronomers. These sessions might be of use to sailors interested in celestial navigation (you never know when the GPS unit’s batteries will run out). No special equipment is required, although participants

are welcome to bring binoculars and a tripod. A scattering of telescopes will prob-

ably appear in future sessions. For more information, call the library at

CONSTRUCTION NOTICE Comox Avenue and Ellis Street Construction will begin on Tuesday, April 2, 2012 from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm at the intersection of Comox Avenue and Ellis Street and will continue down Ellis Street until May 17, 2013. Expect delays, plan ahead or take alternate routes. Please obey all construction signage and follow directions from traffic control personnel for our safety and yours. For more information please contact J.R. Edgett Excavating Ltd. at 250-339-6100 For the very latest please see www.comox.ca

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Taxes depend where you live CVRD must approve budget by end of month

service, which is nearly based on assessment,â&#x20AC;? jumped by $9,513 over the course of the year. Byrne said. $22,000. The CVRD board â&#x20AC;&#x153;As Courtenay grows, In addition, sewer service increased sig- their share becomes passed third reading bigger. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also spread of the 2013 to 2017 nificantly this year. If these three servic- across more households financial plan/capital es were removed from as well.â&#x20AC;? expenditure bylaw Scott Stanfield In Cumberland, the Tuesday. the equation, there would be an overall tax ICF tax is $15,675, The budget comes Record Staff waste management back to the board deduction in Comox. Comox property â&#x20AC;&#x153;Those three major slightly exceeds $5,000 Thursday for adoption. owners are facing pieces have created the and other services have reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com an approximate $11 increases,â&#x20AC;? Byrne said. hike per $100,000 of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sewer is the big hit at assessed value, accord- $143,585.â&#x20AC;? ing to figures in the Total change in 2013 budComox get that from 2012 If Courtenay to 2013 is needs to be adopted by is growing and $210,455. the Comox In CourV a l l e y theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re buildtenay, the R e g i o n a l ing and adding change D i s t r i c t more assessments is nearly board by to the area, they $470,000, the end of with ICF the month. will naturally accountCourte- pull more of the ing for nay home- taxation, allocated $146,631 owners are and waste looking at based on assessmanage a $7 hike, ment. m e n t Cumber $ 4 7 , 4 9 3 . Wendy Byrne land $4, S e w e r

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LET IT SNOW More than 50 centimetres of new snow in the past week means the Mount Washington Alpine Resort will extend its season. With a base of over 300 cm, the resort is ready for daily operations until April 14. As a bonus, it will open for skiing and boarding April 20 and 21.

Trees deadline extended The Comox Valley Land Trust has extended the deadline for nominations for the BC Hydro Caring for the Trees Award recognition until April 12. Jointly sponsored with Comox Valley Land Trust, this award aims to honour local youth who are acting positively for the environment. One individual will be awarded a cash prize of $750 and invited to plant a mature tree in her/his name. There will also be a group prize of $500 and two more of $200 each. There is still time to pick up a nomination form at the Conservation Centre at 2356 Rosewall Cres. in Courtenay or download it at http://www. cvlandtrust.ca/caringfor-the-trees-awardnomination-form.html. For more information, contact Jack Minard at 250-8974670. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Comox Valley Land Trust

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Safety in numbers real phenomenon for cyclists It’s important to note that there is a well-documented “safety in numbers” effect for pedestrians and cyclists. As more people get on their bikes or walk to work in a city, the safer these methods of transport become. “In the Netherlands, which has some of the highest cycling rates in the world (almost 30 per cent of SHIFTING all trips are by bicycle) the injury risk for ARGARET cyclists is 1.1 cyclists injured ARRIS per 10 million km cycled,” stated a 2010 active transportation review. “In comparison, in the U.K. and the U.S., only about one per cent of trips are made by bicycle, and the risk is 3.6 and 37.5 cyclists injured per 10 million km cycled.” By 2017, residents of Portland, Ore., will have saved $64 million in health-care costs thanks to bicycling. By 2040, the city will have invested $138-605 million in bicycling yet saved $388594 million in health care costs and $143-218 million in fuel costs, a benefit-cost ratio of up to four to one. It is widely acknowledged that cycling is one of the best ways for people

to achieve good health and fitness. People who cycle regularly live longer than those who do not and lead healthier lives. This simple fact means that cyclists cannot possibly be more vulnerable than the population at large to life-threatening injuries such as head injury. Indeed, cycling regularly to work (and, GEARS by extension, to school and on other regular journeys) has been shown to be the most effective thing an individual can do to improve health and increase longevity, and this applies even to people who are already active in sport and other physical activities. Cyclists typically have a level of fitness equivalent to being 10 years younger. A U.K. parliamentary health committee has noted: “If the Government were to achieve its target of trebling cycling in the period 2000-2010 … that might achieve more in the fight against obesity than any individual measure we recommend within this report.” The health benefits of cycling outweigh the risks by a substantial margin.

AS MORE CYCLISTS take to the streets, the safer it is for them. Estimated benefit:cost ratios range from 20 to one to more than 77:1. Safe though cycling is by comparison with other common activities, it has been shown that cycling becomes safer still the more people who do it — for a doubling in cycle use, risk decreases

by a third. However, the converse of the above is also true. If fewer people cycle, perhaps because they have been deterred by cycle helmet laws or the exaggerated claims sometimes made to promote helmet wearing, then the health loss to both

individuals and society is considerable, whilst those who continue to cycle will be at greater risk. It is likely that few people who quit cycling recover the loss of health benefits through other activity. Principal references: • www.cyclehelmets.

org/1015.html 206 Froböse, 2004. • www.cyclehelmets. org/1015.html 207 Cavill and Davis, 2007. Margaret Harris, president of the Comox Valley Cycling Coalition, writes Shifting Gears. It appears every fourth week.

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The eternal question – how to prune a clematis Lately, a few people clematis. But here is have been asking me where it gets a little how to prune their tricky. Some of the Group clematis and if they should be doing it now. B clematis are in subMy pat answer group B1 (or 2A) and to both questions is some are in sub-group always: “Well, that B2 (or 2B) and both of these sub-groups depends.” I hate to be vague, have different pruning but when it comes to requirements. Clematis in the B1 clematis and pruning, you really do need to group bloom on the previous k n o w DUCHESS OF DIRT year’s which one growth, you have. same as This is the Group because ESLIE As but clemausually in tis are OX mid-June divided through into three different categories July. They also may and one of those three rebloom later in the categories is split into season on the current two. Each of these cat- year’s new growth ... in egories has different late August into Seppruning methods and tember. Group B1 is the pruning is done at pruned in late February to early March, cutdifferent times. This is why hanging ting the stems back to onto your plant tags is the uppermost pairing very helpful if you can- of large, fat buds. Clematis in this not rely on your memory. But even if you group include the ‘Nelly do not still have your ever-popular plant tags after the last Moser’, the ‘Duchess MADAME JULIA CORREVON is among the spring cleaning of the of Edinburgh’, ‘Count- Type C clematis — the easiest kind to prune. PHOTO BY JOHN COX garage or toolshed, you ess of Lovelace’, ‘Belle can make an educat- of Woking’, ‘Crystal ed guess which group Fountain’ and ‘Beauty “wishy-washy” pruning February ... then stand your clematis belongs of Worcester’...to name technique is actually up back. New growth will to IF you can remem- but a few. to you. You can decide begin as soon as the Most of the double- whether to prune it as weather warms a little ber when and for how flowered clematis fall a B1 or prune as if it and the vine will climb long it blooms. Group A (or 1): in the B1 sub-group, were in Group C. to its full, lush height These are your early- as they flower on old Another option is to in no time at all. flowering clematis, Flowering will comwhich form their buds mence in mid- to lateon the previous year’s June and go straight I hate to be vague, but when it growth for blooms in comes to clematis and pruning, you through until frost. early spring ... usually Clematis in Group C really do need to know which one you April through May. include C. viticella, Pruning time for have. Leslie Cox ‘Etoile Violette’, C. this group is immediheracleifolia davidiana ately after the bloom and ‘Madame Julia is finished but no later wood from the previ- prune it as a B1 one Correvon’. than the end of July ous season. However, year and a C the next. If you still cannot to allow ample time there are exceptions. Again, your choice. The remember the name for the new growth to ‘Arctic Queen’ blooms B2 clematis varieties of your clematis or develop and harden for from June through to include the brilliant exactly when it flownext year’s buds. Clem- September so falls into red-flowered ‘Niobe’, ers, don’t sweat. Just atis that fall into this the B2 group with its ‘Henryi’, ‘Jackmanii let it go this year, but ‘Jackmanii do remove the ugly group include C. mon- slightly wishy-washy Alba’, Rubra’, plus others. tana, C. armandii (the pruning requirements. dead leaves ... carefully So how to prune the by rubbing with your All of the B2 subevergreen clematis), C. alpina, C. macropetala group bloom longer Group C clematis? fingers. This is the easiest (downy clematis) and a than the B1s ... usually Leslie Cox co-owns June straight through group of all. Just cut all Growing Concern Cothost of others. Group B (or 2): These into September but the stems back to eight tage Garden in Black are your beautiful, only once throughout to 12 inches (25-30 cm) Creek. Her website is at large-flowered hybrid the season. And the above soil level in late www.duchessofdirt.ca.

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Gardens sought for annual tour Horticultural society sponsors event on June 22 and 23 The horticultural society’s annual charity garden tour will take place on June 22 and 23 this year. As the search continues for new and diverse gardens, the society welcomes expressions of interest from Comox

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Young Professionals holding second Kickoff Young Professionals Comox Valley is holding its second annual Kickoff at Crown Isle Resort April 12 at 5:30 p.m. Mix and mingle with the Valley’s emerging leaders. “We are excited to share our story with the Comox Valley,” YPCV president Matt Beckett said. “Last year was ‘building the foundation’ of our organization. We even held a number of community-driven events which exceeded my expectations. This year we will be looking to build upon those successes to continue to benefit our members, but more importantly the entire Comox Valley.” The Kickoff will present the

outlook for the group for 2013, membership benefits and plans for 2013. The event is free and open to the public. Refreshments and a no host bar will be available. “There will be some great entertainment and huge candy bar and all sorts of great things you won’t want to miss,” says Mackenzie Gartside, an organizer. Membership for

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APRIL 20 career. In this contest of competing public policy objectives, which is carried out in the courts, the employee usually wins. Generally, the court considers the employee’s right to move freely through the economy (and stay out of the public purse) more important than the employer’s right to protect what he may have spent years building. The question of

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A FEW YEARS BACK a mattress and a boat was dropped off near the Logging Road and Forbidden Plateau intersection. Many families live below this newly found garbage dump and receive their water supply from wells. When I called in for a cleanup. I was surprised the authorities took many weeks to return my call. It was eventually cleaned up. Recently, a retired man collected some garbage and called the authorities for help to get it removed. A neighbour who is a Snowbird and just returned home verified the story from the other neighbour. Apparently they collected garbage on their walks. They asked for free garbage removal. They would take it to the garbage dump but did not want to pay. They were denied the waiver of the garbage dump fee because the garbage could be theirs. On Sunday a truck had a mattress and was preparing to dump it. We let him know we were watching. As we followed him, he pulled over and waited. It was obvious he was going to dump it as soon as we passed. Maybe the city should have spring and fall pickup for large items like they do in cities? Not everyone has trucks to remove these items and they end up on porches or alleys looking disgusting.

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the end of plea bargains. With all the attention that legal firearms possession gets these days, let’s all watch and see what sentence Andrew Tavis Ball gets for his March 13 concealed loaded handgun incident. Let’s hope that an example is set and the full use of the current stiff firearm laws is applied to his case. We all should be alarmed that many of the weapons charges are plea-bargained away. We do not need or want anyone wandering the streets of the Comox Valley with concealed loaded handguns and especially if they are also involved with drugs. Instead of working so hard on plea bargains, may the judicial system start working for our safety, by letting the full impact of the law be the consequence for any firearm charges with no plea bargains ever.

ANOTHER BIG BEEF TO BC Hydro. We also have seen our hydro bill increase by 20 per cent (over last year at this time) since the smart meters went in. We and other newspaper contributors and neighbours and folks at my gym and on and on and on. How do they get away with this? CONGRATULATIONS TO early childhood educators Laurel Hodgins, Holly Edwards and Carlene Steeves for being nominated for the Prime Minister’s Award of Excellence. Courtenay Elementary School is lucky to have your enthusiasm and talent.

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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

Rotarians make things better Their 100th anniversary in B.C. is a golden opportunity to praise Rotarians. Many local Rotarians deserve our thanks for improving the quality of life for people in this area and many others around the globe. Make no mistake, the Comox Valley is a hotbed of Rotary, with no fewer than four clubs. The Courtenay Rotary Club formed first, way back in 1936, blazing a trail for Strathcona Sunrise, Comox and the Rotary Club of Cumberland Centennial. The latter club was so named to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Rotary’s 1905 birth in Chicago. The concept of raising money to help people locally and globally as well as wielding shovels and hammers on worthy close-to-home projects spread rapidly. Rotary’s credo of Service Above Self is a universal concept that transcends gender, race, religion and national borders. Perhaps the noblest thing Rotarians have ever done – and continue to do – is try to eradicate polio from the planet. With funds, vaccine and determination, they are close. Money flows to the campaign from clubs all over the globe. If you have supported Rotary, and you should, you have probably helped children to avoid this terrible, crippling disease. As far-reaching as its international efforts are, Rotary would be worthy for only its local projects. All four clubs here made the Comox Valley Hospice Society their prime fundraising recipient for two years. No other service club raises funds like Rotary. While you can’t readily see much of the good Rotarians do, some things stand out, including the distinctive pavilion in Simms Millennium Park and the Rail with Trail path along the E&N rail corridor. The accomplishments listed here only scratch the surface of Rotary’s service. For the rest of the story, see the Comox Valley Record’s special section in today’s paper, or online at www.comoxvalleyrecord.com/eeditions. editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Record Question of the Week This week: Fifty-seven per cent of respondents said that, as raised in recent letters to the editor, Canada has become a dictatorship. Next week: Are you confident the Raven coal mine project will get a “robust” environmental review? Visit www.comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote in the Poll. The Comox Valley thankfully didn’t get much snow this winter, but Mount Washington did. Recent snowfall means the resort will extend its season.

Although local RCMP arrested a second man who faces drug and weapons charges, how many other drug dealers with guns are on our streets?

Ready to work, job not offered Dear editor, For many of us in our 60s, the thought of retirement looming is both a blessing and dread. They keep telling us baby boomers that we should keep working longer to secure a healthier retirement — but if we have left a full-time job for any reason and are attempting to find another, there seems to be a lot going on that some of us are only slowly admitting could be directly related to our age. Speaking firsthand, I can tell you that this seems to be prevalent and daunting and I for one am at a loss as to how to ‘sell’ myself. Oh, I have many good qualities, don’t get me wrong: I love a challenge, I’m professional, I work circles around workers half my age, and I have had a varied and exciting working career. On the bright side, I won’t be off on maternity leave, I seldom get sick, and I have a great deal of common sense that comes from life’s experiences, which those in their 20s and 30s are only starting to acquire. After a 14-year career with BC Hydro, I left my planned life-long job when Accenture purchased the customer service part of Hydro, at the time we deregulated. I wasn’t prepared to transfer to Vancouver for a minimum of two years, only to find myself back in the throes of job turmoil

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and bumping rights once again — I had already experienced six years of Hydro downsizing at that point. So I eventually left for the promise of a job in Alberta — worked in the wind turbine industry for three years, then the crane industry for three years, and then the Town of Pincher Creek. Eventually I was coaxed back into the wind turbine business to work on two projects in Ontario — completed them, and then the promised job in Europe fell through, as often happens in this business, and I decided to return ‘home’ to the Island. I was tired of living out of hotels; I had missed the Island,

the ocean, the mountains, my family and friends. I had lived here for nearly 50 years, with few exceptions. So here I am, after a year out of work, struggling to find meaningful employment, having exhausted all resources, finances, etc., and all I seem to get for my efforts are ‘well something has got to happen soon’ and ‘it can’t get any worse’ and ‘hang in there, something will turn up.’ Don’t get me wrong, I’m hanging in there. Sometimes when I’m interviewing for a job, I know I’m overqualified, but I’m willing to try anything. Then there are the times employers ask for accounting/ managerial experience, and everything in between, and offer close to minimum wage for the position. Educating the employers is a job in itself. If I have everything the employer is looking for, have a great interview, but fail to get the job, I then have to look at my age — as a woman over 60, have I lost all possibility of being a productive and creative contributor to a business’s success? I love people, I love working, and I’m not ready to retire! And I know I can’t be the only one out there experiencing this situation. Hire me and let me prove my worth. Jody McConnan, Courtenay

Now for SPCA’s side of the story Dear editor, Re: The Have Your Say item in your paper (Record, March 21) from the mother who claims her disabled son was not welcomed as a volunteer at the SPCA. I would just like to clarify that all BC SPCA branches, including the Comox Valley & District branch, are extremely grateful for all volunteers who help the

animals, including the many disabled volunteers who have actively assisted us in Comox. The gentleman in question was invited in for an interview and was being given an orientation about the volunteer programs available when he abruptly left — there was no hint of discrimination in the discussion and certainly no

mention of “shuffling.” We will be contacting the family directly to follow up with this situation, but we did want to take the opportunity to clarify that we would never treat any individual with a disability with disrespect. Jennifer Filgate Editor’s note: Jennifer Filgate is with the Comox Valley & District branch of the BC SPCA.

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MP applauded Testing driving people to distraction for trans vote Dear editor, I wish to publicly thank our member of Parliament John Duncan for choosing to protect the human rights of people who are transgendered. Transgendered people are one of the most marginalized groups in Canada. Research from Ontario has shown that 43 per cent of transgendered individuals will attempt suicide during their lifetime. Only 3.5 per cent of Canadians will attempt suicide in their lifetime. While 71 per cent of trans people in Ontario have at least some college or university, 53 per cent Ontarian trans people live on less than $15,000 a year. The slayIt was good to ing of January see the full support Marie Lapuz, stabbed to of the other pardeath in New ties in the House of Westminster on Commons. The last Sept. 29, 2012, is only the most attempt to implemurder ment the same leg- recent of a trans perislation bill C-389 son in Canada. John Baillie resulted in nine Leader of the federal Liberal Progressive MPs voting against Conservative party of human rights. Nova Scotia, Nina Usherwood announcing his support for the Nova Scotian Transgender Person Protection Act in the Nova Scotia legislature, paraphrased the words of John F. Kennedy, saying, “That as long as the rights of one citizen are denied, the rights of all citizens are diminished.” If one Canadian does not share in the equal rights and protection from discrimination then none of us is truly free and none of us can be truly prosperous. Bill C-279 passed third reading in the House Commons on March 20 with a vote of 149-137. Besides John Duncan, 17 other Conservatives, including four minsters; John Baird, Jim Flaherty, James Moore and Lisa Raitt, voted in favour. It was good to see the full support of the other parties in the House of Commons. The last attempt to implement the same legislation bill C-389 resulted in nine federal Liberal MPs voting against human rights. Bill C-279 will add gender identity to the Canadian Human Rights Act and the hate law provisions of the Criminal Code. The bill is now before the senate prior to becoming law in Canada. Of course, a huge thank you to Randall Garrison of the NDP party of Canada for his work in getting Bill C-279 before the House of Commons and through third reading in the first place. Nina Usherwood, Comox

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Dear editor, Re: Removing someone’s driver’s licence not done lightly (Record, March 26). I would like to thank Betty Wiegerinck for starting this discussion about DriveABLE BC. In a response from Stephanie Melvin, deputy superintendent of Motor Vehicles, she addresses the issue as “removal not done lightly.” I disagree. I am 51 years old, far from a senior (as far as any senior ben-

efits go) and three years ago took some sleep tests to figure out sleep apnea (a sleep disorder characterized by abnormal pauses in breathing or instances of abnormally low breathing during sleep). Each pause in breathing, called an apnea, can last from at least 10 seconds to minutes, and may occur five to 30 times or more an hour. Similarly, each abnormally lowbreathing event is called a hypopnea.

GE-free zones right thing to do Dear editor, In his letter (Record, March 21), Robert Wager pointed out that ‘fear of GM’ was the reason that the City of Richmond passed a resolution to become a GE Free Zone. Yes, fear of potential harm to its citizens recently led Peru, Poland and China to pass a moratorium on all GE food crops in their respective countries. Did you know that Moscow, Russia, has been a GE Free Zone since 2007? I think Richmond councillors should stand tall to be in the company of some of the most powerful leaders of the world. Would these countries use such a drastic measure if GE food crops were harmless and could co-exist with non-GE food crops? Are they afraid of cross-contamination with their local seeds? Are they taking heed of the results of European researches on GE crops? Whatever their reasons, each of these jurisdictiions’ final

decision is to pass a moratorium on GE food crops. Their action speaks for itself. Some countries went further. Ireland, Austria and Bhutan declared themselves GE Free Zones. Was it only fear of GE that led them to this decision? Could it be they saw an opportunity here: A chance to keep their land rich and fertile, water clean and potential economic benefit in producing healthy unadultered food. Closer to home, three B.C. municipalities — Saanich, New Telkwa and Metchosin — declared themselves GE Free Zones within the past six months. A motion was put forward by Metchosin to the Association of Vancouver Island Coastal Communities (AVICC) to declare Vancouver Island a GE Free Zone. This motion will be discussed at the AVICC AGM in April. Linda Cheu, Comox Valley Editor’s note: Linda Cheu writes for GE Watch Comox Valley.

Sleep apnea is diagnosed with an overnight sleep test called a polysomnogram, or “sleep study.” While answering a questionnaire, I chose a “wrong” answer about feeling sleepy behind the wheel. Bad mistake. Because of this, after three sleep tests in Nanaimo, where they could not test properly because of my inability to sleep while attached to the machinery, licence revoked! I was 48. Since then, with

over and over apnea testing, handing over my SIMcard from my apnea machine, they still cannot get it together enough to return my licence. My last Oximetry test shows me as being as normal as the next person. I have never fallen asleep randomly during the day (this is known as narcolepsy). So, Ms. Melvin, this is not only seniors, this is an “age not required” issue, a misworded test issue. I am tired of having

people drive me all over for the past three years. I am tired of people giving me the runaround, first off the doctor at the sleep clinic. (Maybe I should not use the word tired!). To him, shame. To me, shame for taking so long to right a clear wrong. To the DMV? Double shame for shaming people into non-driving. Ms. Betty Wiegerinck, I feel your pain. Helen Henderson, Cumberland

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Always expect the unexpected from police vehicles I used to smile when I saw closely spaced traffic, a large gap, a police vehicle, another large gap and finally more closely spaced traffic. Everyone is afraid of the cop, I thought. Having spent 25

years driving a marked police vehicle, I recognize that I rarely see this anymore and that it was a wise thing to do. Police vehicles often make unexpected starts, stops and turns. This comes to mind as I was required as a

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court witness last week for a collision between a police vehicle and the civilian vehicle following it. The officer wanted to stop an oncoming vehicle, so he turned on his emergency equipment, moved right, slowed and began a U-turn to pursue it. The vehicle following the police vehicle carried on as usual and tried to pass by on the left. I say tried because when the police vehicle turned left, a sideswipe collision resulted. The officer driving either failed to account

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SCHEWE for the traffic behind him or simply assumed that the vehicle following him would see the emergency lights and stay back. Either way, he was not operating in a safe manner and was charged for it. Honestly, I never thought that I would be a witness to something like this. Rather I worried that I would

cause a collision like this as traffic behind tended to try and get by rather than slow or stop. That brings us full circle to the first paragraph. If you are in traffic around a police vehicle, a defensive driver will leave plenty of room for the unexpected. The two-second rule is probably two seconds too short in an instance like this. Like the rest of us, officers may make mistakes, and leaving a large margin of safety to slow or stop is sim-

ply good driving practice. For more information on this topic, visit www. drivesmartbc.ca. Questions or comments are welcome by e-mail to

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Edwardian-era play based on true story Paula Wild

serious subject matter, moments of humour and romance lighten the tension. “There are a few amusing charHave you ever been wrongly accused of something but pre- acters,” says Walton. “Ronnie’s vented from proving your inno- older brother, Dickie, is a student at Oxford but knows more about cence? That’s what happens to 14-year horses than his school books. old Ronnie Wilson when he’s The maid and woman newspaper accused of stealing a five-shilling reporter are quite funny, too.” Although the story is based on a postal order, and expelled from a real incident, Rattigan considered British naval college. Based on a true story that took the original characters too dull, place shortly before the First so he created his own to give the play some punch. World War, The And the CLT Winslow Boy is version presents a story about a The play is excepan interesting family’s fight for justice. But tionally well-constructed twist to those on stage. they’re pitted for the stage. It has “We audiagainst the gov- peaks and troughs that tioned right after ernment and the Courtenay Little rigid rules and lead to a climax at the Theatre’s big class systems of end of each act. Christmas panto their time. Bill Walton and didn’t get as “One hundred many people as years later we still have the same problems,” we thought we would,” says Walsays Bill Walton, director of the ton. “But what we did get was Courtenay Little Theatre produc- some very talented young actors. tion. “There are still arrogant In fact, we got three 14-year olds governments who disrespect the but only needed one to play the people they are supposed to rep- part of Ronnie.” “So a few characters will play resent.” Courtenay Little Theatre will outside their age range,” he adds. present The Winslow Boy at the “It’s always tougher to play someSid Williams Theatre from April one older and we’ll need some 11 to 13 and 18 to 20. All perfor- good makeup to make them look mances take place at 7:30 p.m. the part. But they’re so talented except for a 2 p.m. matinee on and enthusiastic that it is not a problem at all.” Saturday, April 13. Walton joined CLT when he “The play is exceptionally well-constructed for the stage,” moved to Black Creek from Kamexplains Walton who suggested loops in 2005. As well as liking the drama for CLT’s spring perfor- the story of The Winslow Boy mance. “It has peaks and troughs and the well-crafted script, he’s that lead to a climax at the end of appeared in it twice. “I’ve been involved in theatre each act. Terrance Rattigan is a since I was a teen,” he says. “My terrific playwright.” While the Winslow family near- first role was Dickie Winslow ly goes bankrupt in an attempt to when I was 18. I was one of those save Ronnie’s honour, his sister Billy Elliotts in that I was recombecomes involved in the suffrag- mended to attend the Royal Acadette movement. But despite the emy of Dramatic Art in England. Record Arts

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SEATED FROM LEFT: Christian Taylor as Ronnie Winslow, Alana Gowdy as his mother, Tony Arnold as his father. Standing from left: Kari Larsen as the sister, Greg Knights as her fiancé, Terry Penney as the family solicitor, Wes Buckle as the lawyer, James Coates as the older brother, Chris Taylor as the cameraman and Jeannine Taylor as the maid. Missing from the photo is Val Macdonald as the reporter. PHOTO BY TERRY PENNEY But when I went home to the mining village I grew up in to tell my father he said, ‘Forget it, lad, we’re not having any bloody poofs in our family!’ “That was the general feeling about arts and the theatre at the time,” continues Walton. “My dad attended all my performances but didn’t want to have to explain his son to his friends if I took it up as a career. I didn’t have the guts of Billy Elliott, so worked for a while as an accountant and banker.” But after he’d saved some money, Walton went to art college, eventually becoming the

chair of Visual and Performing Arts at Thompson University in Kamloops. And he always kept in touch with the theatre world. “I think the job of actors and directors is to observe people and always be making mental notes about how to use what they see,” he says. “As a director I try to give the play a certain path to follow. Every play should have an expression put to it. A good play like The Winslow Boy has a lot of expression and it’s up to the director to pick that up and encourage the actors to change the mood, volume and pace of

things to bring out the characters and add drama and excitement.” As well as entertaining local audiences, The Winslow Boy will also be CLT’s entry in the North Island Zone Drama Festival this May. For more information or to purchase tickets visit the Sid Williams Theatre at www.sidwilliamstheatre.com or 442 Cliffe Ave. in Courtenay or phone 250338-2430 ext. 1. Paula Wild is a published author and regular contributor to the Comox Valley Record’s arts and entertainment section.

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Merville drummer coming home This has been a good year so far for Vancouver’s four-piece adventurous roots-rock band the Nautical Miles. The band recently finished recording its new full-length album, Ode to Joy, with Polaris Prize shortlisted producer Jesse Gander (Japandroids, The Pack AD). They premiered the album live at a sold-out show as part of the PuSh International Performing Arts Festival on Jan. 25. That same week, their new single, Mythmaker, debuted at No. 1 on CBC Radio 3’s chart show, The R3-30. The band will spend much of April touring around B.C., including a stop on the 6th at the Cumberland Hotel, fol-

NAUTICAL MILES lowed by a house concert April 7 on Hornby Island. While the performance in the Comox Valley will be the second stop of the tour, it will also be a hometown show of sorts for drummer Lucas Schuller, who has been living in Merville since last June. “I’ve spent a lot of time travelling to and from Vancouver for rehearsals and recordings and shows over the last few months, so I’m really looking forward to having the guys come up here to play,” says Schuller. Schuller, along with bassist Simon Rotheisler, steel-guitar

ace Tim Tweedale, and singersongwriter Corbin Murdoch will play material from the band’s four previous albums released under the name Corbin Murdoch & the Nautical Miles. The new album was written by Murdoch during a residency at the Bruno Arts Bank in Bruno, Sask., after he had spent six months travelling around the world visiting music and arts festivals everywhere from Timbuktu, Mali to Bogota, Colombia. The Nautical Miles play April 6 at the Cumberland Hotel. For more information, visit www.cumberlandhotel.ca or phone 250-336-8844. — Nautical Miles

JUNO AWARD NOMINEE Helen Austin and her daughter Daisy will supply music Saturday morning at the Comox Valley Farmers’ Market.

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Artists wanted The Comox Valley Community Arts Council is requesting submissions to beautify Courtenay. With the support of the City of Courtenay and BC Hydro, you could paint one of several chosen hydro boxes with your art in May, June and/or July. Full details about how to submit your designs can be found at www.comoxvalleyarts. com. Selections are made through a juried process and must be approved by the City of Courtenay and BC Hydro prior to acceptance. Submissions must be received by April 15. Selected applicants will be notified by May 15. — Comox Valley Community Arts Council

They will play alloriginal tunes, including many from Austin’s Juno-nominated children’s album Always Be A Unicorn plus songs from her many other albums. “Helen’s words and notes are real in the way the best moments in life are real, and she is sincere in every phrase without losing

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A HOUSE CONCERT Friday will feature fiddler Trent Freeman accompanying Ian Tamblyn.

Tamblyn has house gig Ian Tamblyn is a wildly entertaining musician and always delights his audience. He is touring through Western Canada and has agreed to spend an evening this Friday on Seabank Road in Courtenay. Ian has recorded over 30 albums, received numerous awards and is a Canadian folksinging treasure. Many of his songs have been recorded by other artists and he recently won the 2010 Canadian Folk Music Awards English Songwriter of the Year. He conducts numerous songwriting workshops; works in the adventure travel field as a lecturer, Zodiac driver and musician; and produces albums for other musicians. Check him out at www.iantamblyn.ca. Accompanying Ian at this special concert will be fiddler Trent Freeman. Trent, winner of the 2012 Canadian Folk Music Awards Instrumental Solo Artist of the Year, is just back from touring in the Maritimes and the States with his band, The Fretless, and with mandolin bluegrass

star John Reischman. See Trent’s news at www.trentfreeman.ca. If you have never been to a house concert, now is your chance to listen to superb music from talented musicians in the comfort of a house with a limited number of guests. Well, actually, we hope it will be a full house as all the money from ticket sales goes right to the

musicians. CDs will also be for sale and you will have the opportunity to talk with the performers during the evening intermissions. Refreshments will be available for about 50 excitable fans. The concert starts at 7 p.m. To reserve a seat, e-mail Craig or Ann at seabankmars@shaw.ca. — Craig Freeman

The Soul Summit Concert on April 6 at the Sid Williams Theatre will include blues, swing, R&B and soul music. The lineup features some soulful and experienced musicians. • Guitar virtuoso and vocalist Russell Marsland has been a powerful presence on the Vancouver music scene for more than 30 years. In 1978 Russell cofounded Vancouver’s Rhythm & Blues All Stars. The band played its first gig opening for the legendary Long John Baldry. Russell has performed with hundreds of artists, and has shared the stage with the Allman Brothers, B.B. King, Chuck Berry, James Brown, War, Ray Charles, and Steppenwolf to name a few. Russell headlined four years at the Vancouver International Jazz Festival, Pender Harbour Blues Festival and opened the inaugural Burnaby Blues and Roots Festival. Russell’s critically acclaimed CD Dig Deep achieved significant airplay in New Orleans on WWOZ Heritage Radio, Australian Radio, Warsaw Poland Blues and Roots radio and caught the attention of Alligator Records in 2008 in Chicago. • Neil Harnett is from White Rock and has enjoyed such highlights as a Juno nomination, three singles on the Canadian charts, two full-length CDs, three videos with national exposure and shared concert billings with Jeff Healey, Chuck Berry and the Doobie Brothers. • Johnny Ferreira

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swings and rocks as saxman for the Colin James Band. His stage presence and sax appeal knocks the audience out every time. • David (Hurricane) Hoerl is usually seen working with his band the Twisters, which he founded. He sings lead and is one of the best harmonica players in the country. From Mississippi delta, country to Chicago-style, the Hurricane is the Man. The Live Coast Allstars have their share of experience: • With more than 100 recording projects to his acclaim, drummer Gerry Adolphe has worked with Philip Bailey, Peebo Bryson, and Roberta Flack. Gerry is the powerhouse drummer with

Chilliwack. Bassist Billy Mendoza is a fabulous vocalist and fronts the Steely tribute show Steelin’ in the Years. Darryl Havers on keys and vocals performed legendary keyboard work with Brickhouse. His graceful touch on the Hammond organ can be

heard with artists as diverse as Amos Garrett, Powder Blues and Doug and the Slugs. The Soul Summit Concert happens April 6 at the Sid Williams Theatre. For more information, visit www. sidwilliamstheatre.com or phone 250-338-2430. — Live Coast Productions

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Writing contest Vancouver Island Mayworks will hold its first ‘writing on work’ contest and if you work and you write short stories or poetry, you should enter. The subject matter is work, any kind of work. It could be hard physical work, or it could be pushing numbers around on a computer or about a futuristic workplace, or about the beauty and pain of work, whatever you want as long as: • It is a work of fiction. • It can be either prose or poetry.

• It is a maximum of 2,500 words. • It has not been previously published. The deadline for submission of entries is April 15. Mail them to 480 Second St., Courtenay, B.C. V9N 1C1 or e-mail to bcharlton@ shaw.ca. The shortlist will be announced May 1. A reading will be held at Zocalo on Thursday evening, May 23. For other Mayworks events, check its Facebook page. — Vancouver Island Mayworks

MARDI GRAS THEME Anela Kahiamoe returns to the King George Hotel this Saturday at 9 p.m. with Tom Walton on bass and Gary Miles on drums. The theme for the night is Mardi Gras.

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SAXMAN DAN CRAVEN joins the Anderson Jazz Syndicate this Friday.

Syndicate of sound Special guest Dan Craven joins the Anderson Jazz Syndicate this Friday for an evening of inspired jazz. Craven is a gifted tenor saxophonist who has made his mark as one of the Island’s top performers. John Hyde on standup bass is a career musician and educator who has performed and recorded with many of

the jazz greats in the U.S. and Canada. Leading the Syndicate is Comox guitarist Doug Anderson, who adds his own melodic and harmonic voice to the musical conversation that comes with a small combo. They play Friday at the Zocalo Café in Courtenay at 7:30 p.m. — Anderson Jazz Syndicate

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The Gardeners Green Folk Music Club in Merville will gather again March 30 at 7 p.m., and you’re welcome to an evening of entertainment with the theme of Good Times. This theme is to counter our last month’s theme of Hard Times, where we all managed to have a really good time anyway. Admission is free, or by donation to the Ursula Joy Trust Fund. Please be assured that you are not required to sing or perform in any way to be part of the folk club audience! We welcome anyone to join us who would like to be entertained for a few hours by a variety of local musicians.

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This Sunday at 10 a.m., the Rialto Theatre presents the Bolshoi Ballet performing Esmeralda. Inspired by Victor Hugo’s famous novel Notre Dame de Paris, Esmeralda was first presented in London in 1844. Poet Gringoire, sentenced to be hanged, is saved in extremis by beautiful Esmeralda, who agrees to marry him. Archdeacon Frollo, torn between his love for God and his obsession for the gypsy girl, sends his henchman Quasimodo to capture her. Esmeralda is rescued by Phoebus, the captain of the guard, who gives her his scarf as a souvenir. Later, alone, Esmeralda starts dreaming about the handsome captain… For more information, call the Rialto Theatre at 250-338-5502. — Rialto Theatre

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ART ALCHEMY STUDIO GALLERY presents exhibit by Tracy Kobus until March 23. FMI: www.artalchemy.ca. AVALANCHE BAR & GRILL presents Georgia Jazz Straight Jazz society concerts on most Thursday nights. Comedy night on the third Thursday of the month. House Ten85 DJs live music starting every Saturday at 9 p.m. FMI: 250-331-0334 or www.georgiastraightjazz. com. COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY open Mondays to Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. New exhibits: Towards Grace/The Golden Rule run to April 20. Art on the Wall exhibit on Saturdays from April 13 to May 25, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. FMI: 250-338-6211 or www.comoxvalleyartgallery.com. CORRE ALICE GALLERY at 2781 Dunsmuir Ave. in Cumberland. COURTENAY LITTLE THEATRE presents The Winslow Boy at Sid Williams Theatre from April 11 to 13 and 18 to 20. All performances at 7:30 p.m. except for April 13 at 2 p.m. 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 has Landscapes: the City, the Sea, Space and the Mind exhibit until April 6. 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’ Spring Show & Sale until April 7. FMI: www. pearlellisgallery.com or Facebook. POTTERS PLACE exhibits feature artist Jaime Willms and various members in March. SERIOUS COFFEE showing artwork by West Coast Artist Collective in March at 5-2760 Cliffe Ave. in Courtenay. 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.

BOLSHOI BALLET at Rialto Theatre m FMI: 250 Theatre, 10 a a.m. 250338-5502.

Friday, March 29 IAN TAMBLYN and TRENT FREEMAN at house concert in Courtenay. FMI: e-mail seabankmars@shaw.ca. ANDERSON JAZZ SYNDICATE at Zocalo Café, 7:30 p.m. JILLI MARTINI BAND at Whistle Stop Neighbourhood Pub, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Saturday, March 30 HELEN AUSTIN and DAISY SQUIRES at Comox Valley Farmers’ Market in Native Sons Hall, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. JILLI MARTINI BAND at Whistle Stop Neighbourhood Pub, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. ANELA KAHIAMOE at King George Hotel, 9 p.m. WRITE HERE READERS SERIES at North Island College presents live readings and tapas at Zocalo Café, 6:30 p.m. To reserve, phone 250-331-0933. GARDENERS GREEN FOLK MUSIC CLUB holds Good Times event. FMI: 250-3375337.

Tuesday, April 2 JENN FORSLAND GROUP at Mex Pub in 1st Tuesday Fundraiser. Blaine Dunaway and Judy and Bruce Wing also performing to support Comox Valley Hospice Society. Music starts at 7:30 p.m. FMI: www.judyandbruce. com/foodbank.

Friday, April 5 SPRING DANCE at Waverley Hotel. FMI: www.cumberlandvillageworks.com.

Saturday, April 6 SOUL SUMMIT CONCERT at Sid Williams Theatre. FMI: www.sidwilliamstheatre. com or phone 250-338-2430. NAUTICAL MILES at Cumberland Hotel. FMI: www.cumberlandhotel.ca or phone 250-336-8844.

Sunday, April 7 NAUTICAL MILES in house concert on Hornby Island.

Tuesday, April 9 SALMON CONFIDENTIAL screened at 7 p.m. at North Island College’s Stan Hagen Theatre with Alexandra Morton in attendance.

Thursday, May 23 VANCOUVER ISLAND MAYWORKS sponsors reading by winners of short story/poetry contest at Zocalo Café. FMI: e-mail bcharlton@shaw.ca or visit Mayworks on Facebook.

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.

Saturday, July 15 VANCOUVER ISLAND MUSICFEST at Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds. FMI: http://www.islandmusicfest. com.

Sunday, July 16 VANCOUVER ISLAND MUSICFEST at Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds. FMI: http://www.islandmusicfest. com.

Friday, Aug. 2 FILBERG FESTIVAL at Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park in Comox. FMI: http://filbergfestival.com.

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JENN FORSLAND LEADS her jazz group at the Mex Pub on April 2 in a 1st Tuesday Fundraiser.

Jenn helping hospice society ficult questions that arise when someone is at the end of life. In addition to counselling services, they also have a resource library of books, music and information that can offer gentle guidance, compassion, and support. For a complete list of services offered by the Comox Valley Hospice Society, visit www. comoxhospice.com. The concert series is in its fifth year and is sponsored by the Mex Pub. The evening begins at 7:30 p.m. with an opening set by hosts and organizers Judy and Bruce Wing with the Jenn Forsland Group to follow at 8. Blaine Dunaway will add to the evening’s

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Jazz at its best is the music offered by the Jenn Forsland Group, performing April 2 at the Mex Pub in support of the Comox Valley Hospice Society. The group has been playing music together for the past four years and describes their musical journey as an absolute delight. Their repertoire is a blend of contemporary and standard tunes, all with a jazzy twist. It is genuinely a collaborative effort as each player brings his or her unique and broad skill set to the band. The tunes evolve with everyone’s input and the result is an eclectic set of repertoire that blurs the lines between jazz and pop. Forsland moved to the Comox Valley seven years ago and has consistently enjoyed the bountiful opportunities available to musicians and music lovers. In addition to teaching at two schools, she also directs the Celebration Singers, performs with multiple other bands, and plays as a solo act. She plays the keyboard and provides the beautiful vocals and engaging stage personality that makes the group so distinctive. Guitarist Rick Husband and bass player Grahame Edwards are well woven into the tapestry of the local music scene, each with an impressive list of accomplishments and collaborators.

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Cougars pounce on Glacier Kings to win Game 2 Earle Couper Record Staff

The Victoria Cougars shook off their Game 2 blues – big time – Tuesday night as they crushed the Comox Valley Glacier Kings 9-3 at the Archie Browning Sports Centre in Esquimalt to take a 2-0 lead in the

best-of-seven Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League finals. The Capital City Cats scored 275 goals in 48 regular season games and show no signs of slowing down in the playoffs. They have outscored the Yetis 15-6 in the first two games of the finals. Game 3 goes tonight

(Thursday) in Esquimalt with Game 4 Saturday, March 30 at the Comox Valley Sports Centre. The Cougars had dropped Game 2 of their first two playoffs series, but were never in danger of doing so Tuesday. They opened a 3-0 first period lead and were up 8-1 after two. Sam Rice

bagged his second straight hat trick and finished with four points to earn first star honours. Second star Robert Zadra chipped in three assists while third star Jordan Davie collected one goal and one assist. Fifteen Victoria players hit the score sheet.

Michael Scobie scored twice for the Icemen while Tyson Rennie netted his fifth goal in his last four games. Jack Kennelly and Andrew White both had two helpers. Victoria outshot Comox Valley 43-27. Michael Hails started in goal for the Glacier Kings and gave up four goals on

19 shots before giving way to Bryce DiRocco early in the second period. Evan Roch, who had a league-best 28 regular season wins, denied the Yetis on several close-in chances. The Cougars went 3-for-7 on the power play and 5-for-7 on the penalty kill. sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Records fall as runners race in rain at CV half marathon

LEADING THE WAY Geoff Martinson’s (left) winning time was also the course record for the 25-29 age group. Jim Finlayson’s (right) time broke his own masters’ course record in the 40-44 age group. PHOTO BY EARLE COUPER

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The Comox Valley Curling Centre has been chosen as the host site for the 2014 Tim Hortons BC Senior Curling Championships, Curl BC announced Monday, March 25. The centre, located on Headquarters Road in Courtenay, is hosting a provincial curling championship for the first time since 2004. The championship will take place from Feb. 17-23, 2014. It will feature the top eight men’s and women’s teams in the

The rain fell – and so did the records – at the Comox Valley RV Half Marathon on Sunday, March 24. The sixth race in the Frontrunners Island Race Series was hosted by the Comox Valley Road Runners. The race was won by series leader Geoff Martinson, whose time of 1:07:01 set an age group record for the M25-29 category. He was followed closely by Jim Finlayson who set a masters course record of 1:07:10. Finlayson had hoped to break the Canadian masters record of 1:06:33, but wind, rain, and cool temperatures made for a difficult day for racing. Given the conditions, his result was exceptional, an event spokesperson noted. “I talked with Jim a few weeks ago about him going after the record. I thought that if I could run 1:06.30 myself I would be quite happy,” said Martinson. “I tried to help take some of the lead for Jim on the climb for the first 10km, and hopefully make his record chase a little easier. We worked hard today, even though it wasn’t quite enough.” In the women’s race, Catrin Jones won in 1:19:47, second was Jen Millar in 1:20:03 and third was Melissa Ross in 1:21:46.

The top female master was Meghan Stothers in 1:26:38. Jones was particularly pleased with her performance considering she had just returned the night before from Kenya, where she competed in the Rift Valley Marathon the previous weekend. “I wasn’t sure if I would feel rested for today but decided to drive up for the event anyway, and although it was tough considering how my body felt, I was happy to race the event again,” Jones said. There were also many excellent performances by local runners. Neil Holm (Extreme Runners/ Adidas) was the first local to finish, coming ninth overall and winning his age group as the third masters racer to finish. Vince Brotherston and Wayne Crowe (Extreme Runners/ Asics) also had excellent races and finished second in their respective categories. Gord Harris also posted a fantastic time and won his age group. The local women were led by none other than CVRR club coach Kathy Rung. Janet Green posted a third-place age group finish. Many local racers met longstanding race goals this year. Louis Lamb knocked nearly three min-

province aged 50 and over. Comox Valley Curling Centre has a new manager and ice maker and is looking to increase its profile in the curling community. Jack Holden, the centre’s president, said, “We have just gone through a big transition. We have a new manager in George Goodwin and a new ice-maker in Cody Hall. We’re trying to shake things up a bit at a time. Part of that is to increase our exposure.”

utes off of his previous best, coming in at 1:26. Danny Keyes (Comox Valley RV) and Chris Winkelaar both completed a major running quest by beating the coveted 1:30 mark for the half marathon. Angelica Lauzon managed to break the two-hour mark, another highly coveted time for many racers. Ron Crowther completed his first half marathon in a time of 2:10. Many other excellent results were seen, with too many notable performances to include in this article. For full results visit cvrr.ca. Race director Wayne Crowe was pleased with the event. “Race day was overcast and had a cool breeze with the odd shower greeting the 512 finishers. In spite of that there were some exceptional times and there was great food and excellent draw prizes to follow the event. “The race was preceded on the Saturday evening by the first annual pasta dinner and an inspirational talk by Jim Finlayson, so it was an excellent weekend.” As part of the big race weekend, the CVRR hosted the annual 5K Fun Run on Saturday. Those results are available at cvrr.ca. – Comox Valley Road Runners

The Comox Valley recently hosted successful qualification events for both junior and masters curlers and now they are taking on a full championship event. Holden said he was looking forward to welcoming the curlers to Courtenay. “We are known as a place where many baby boomers come to retire, so they will feel at home here,” he said. The club has six sheets of ice and approximately 450 members. – Curl BC

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Locals off to Games Courtenay’s Mark Valliere has been named to the sixplayer British Columbia golf team for the 2013 Canada Summer Games. He will be joined by British Columbia Golf’s Team BC head coach Robert Ratcliffe of Crown Isle Golf & Resort Community. Three boys and three girls will travel to Sherbrooke, QC from Aug. 2-17 to compete in 72-hole individual/team competitions at the Milby Golf Club. British Columbia Golf made the announcement March 23. Along with the 18-year-old Valliere, representing Brit-

TEAM BC GOING to the Canada Summer Games are (L-R) Alix Kong, Trevor Yu, Naomi Ko, Kevin Kwon, Taylor Kim, Mark Valliere, coach Robert Ratcliffe. ish Columbia will be fellow Team Canada Development Squad members Kevin Kwon, 17 of Maple Ridge, Victoria’s Naomi Ko, 15 and Taylor Kim, 18 of Surrey. Rounding out the team is Trevor Yu, 16 of Vancouver and 16-yearold Alix Kong of West Vancouver. “British Columbia is going to have

an incredibly strong team heading into the Canada Summer Games,” Ratcliffe said. “We have six of the strongest and most talented golfers in the province.” All team members have proven track records of strong competitive play, including 2011 Western Canada Summer Games individual

gold medalists Kim and Valliere. “I am confident we will have one of the strongest provincial teams going into the Games which is a true testament of the players’ potential and the reason why they were selected to represent B.C.,” added Ratcliffe. – British Columbia Golf

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Kira Magor qualified to compete at the Provincials by placing in the top six. Pelletier posted the club’s best result of the weekend, scoring an overall second place finish in the Open category while Jalbert was right behind her, placing third in Novice. Vallevard and Magor rounded out the top six in Open and Novice respectively. The Orca meet was attended by gymnasts

from both the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island. Other Chimo gymasts who will be competing and travelling to the Provincials are Sophia Mossie, (Level 3, Tyro), Kaylee Guignard (Level 3, Novice), Sawyer Stur-

am, (Level 3, Open), Lauren Carr, (Level 3, Open), and Kaitlin Hillard, (Level 3 Open). “The club and supporters wish the team well in this upcoming meet,” a Chimo spokesperson said. – Chimo Gymnastics Club

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The Comox Valley Aquatic Club Sharks competed at the Duncan Stingrays Spring Break Invitational this past weekend. Hannah Cottingham swam four races and came out with some good times. Amelia Elder took one gold, one silver, and two bronze. Yuriah Kaska made 100 per cent best times and in the process earned one silver and three bronze. Ava Kendrick swam 100 per cent best times including an impressive 21.76 second drop in her 100 freestyle. Delwyn Marcoux swam great and earned some new official times. Matthew Munro swam 100 per cent best times while older brother William swam well too. He dropped double digits in both the 200 free and the 50 fly. Edyn Nowak tried hard and swam well. Janaya Ryan had the greatest improvement in a single race – 52.65 seconds off her 200 freestyle. Big sister Jordyn won every race she was entered in – that was six gold. Teammate Brendan

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Dean Cameron McLeod Passed away much too soon, March 14, 2013 from complications after surgery. Born June 4, 1950. Dean is survived by his mother Florence McLeod, brother Bruce (Lorraine), sisters Carol (Bob), Lois (Jorge), Gwen (Mike), nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts, cousins, many, many friends and his faithful companion IPawed. A long time Merville resident Dean retired from Air Canada IT in 2005. He spent the following years managing Base Mini Storage, and generously shared his skills in guiding friends and family through the constant changing technological world. An Open House in honour of Dean will be held April 27, 2013 from 2 pm to 6 pm at the Sunnydale Golf Course Club House. Donation may be made in Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name to Glacier View Lodge Society.

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Thank You! A very sincere and heartfelt thanks to my dear family and friends who made my 90th such a great occasion. The very attractive table decor and sumptuous refreshments must have required a tremendous effort and is so appreciated. It was a joy to meet former students, some of whom are now grandparents! Indeed, it was a pleasure to meet everyone, and I thank you all so much for coming. Very special thanks for the Gideon Bible placement, the gorgeous ﬂoral bouquets, the plant, the delicious jellies and the magniﬁcent greeting cards which now grace our walls. I have been truly honoured and blessed beyond words. Thank you, Patricia Cottingham

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Expressions of Interest Application to Board of Directors St. Joseph’s General Hospital is calling for applications from individuals interested in joining its Board of Directors. St. Joseph’s is owned by the Bishop of Victoria and is managed by a local volunteer board of directors. The fully accredited 241 bed facility (116 acute care beds and 125 complex care beds) operates under a Master Denominational Agreement with the Province of BC and an Afﬁliation Agreement with the Vancouver Island Health Authority. The hospital’s mandate is to provide ambulatory, inpatient and complex care services to the residents of the Comox Valley and region, from Bowser to Oyster River. The Board of Directors is primarily responsible for: • setting the strategic direction for the organization, including identifying future health care needs and planning appropriate programs and services; • ensuring community input into health service planning and evaluation for the area served; • overseeing the delivery of health care services to the Comox Valley and surrounding region; • ensuring that performance objectives (quality, ﬁnancial, human resource and capital) are achieved. For a full information package including eligibility criteria and an application form, please contact: Kaylene Simmons, Governance Coordinator, 250-339-1409 or email: kaylene.simmons@sjghcomox.ca Expressions of interest will be accepted until 4:00 pm, March 31, 2013.

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

MISC SERVICES

FURNITURE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

HOUSES FOR SALE

LEGAL

TRADES, TECHNICAL

ESCORTS

I, Jennifer Louise Turner will no longer be responsible for any debts or bills incurred by my husband, John Christopher Turner as of January 18,2013

EXPERIENCED DRILLERS and Blasters wanted Port McNeil, Port Hardy, Remote Locations juan@roctech.ca

TRADES, TECHNICAL

EXPERIENCED DRILLERS and Blasters wanted. Port McNeil, Port Hardy, Remote Locations juan@roctech.ca

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

BUSY ELECTRICAL contracting company looking to hire one Journeyman Electrician for residential & multi-unit construction in the Comox Valley and surrounding areas. Please email up to date resume and cover letter to â&#x20AC;&#x153;electricianwanted13@gmail.comâ&#x20AC;?

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.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

FINANCIAL SERVICES

MOVING & STORAGE

RATTAN SUNROOM Set. Five Piece. Sofa, chair, 2 swivel reclining chairs and foot stool. $1000 Firm. Please call 250-941-2809.

OCEANSIDE MOVING

GARAGE SALES

WORK WANTED

Local & Long Distance Moves. Bonded & Insured.

CITY OF COURTENAY Employment Opportunity Utilities Maintenance - Water 1 The City of Courtenay invites applications for the position of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Utilities Maintenance - Water 1â&#x20AC;? in the Operations Division. This is a union position and subject to the terms and conditions outlined in the current collective agreement between the City and CUPE Local 556. For complete details, please go to our website at www.courtenay.ca and click on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Employment Opportunitiesâ&#x20AC;?.

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

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CARPENTRY

HELP WANTED

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

HELP WANTED

BAMBOO GARDEN

is hiring Chinese cooks

250-650-1333 SKILLED carpenter. Licensed & certiďŹ ed. Free estimates, Call Doug www.suncrestholdings.ca CERTIFIED CARPENTER. Kitchen, bathrooms, decks, ďŹ&#x201A;ooring. All your renovation needs. Emery, 250-218-0734.

(250)248-7902 Parksville (250)716-6632 Nanaimo

COMOX: 549 Cheetah Court, Sat., Mar. 30th, 8-1pm. Mixed household items.

PETS

ROYSTON: 4409 Island Highway South. (south of KingďŹ sher). Sat., Mar. 2nd, 8:30am1pm. LOTS of household and shop equipment.

BOARDING 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

ELECTRICAL

3+ yrs of experience, full-time, $2850/month plus beneďŹ ts.

COCKER SPANIEL Pups Purebred. Shots, vet checked. Ready Apr. 7 $700. 338-9055

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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Please contact Dave at 250 797 0678

GARDENING

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

The Home Medical Shop is changing with the times of Health Care and is looking for the right individual to join us to work full time in our Retail store. This is a MondayFriday 9-5 position. The right candidate must have good computer and communication skills and also be a quick learner and be able to multi task. Must be able to work independently and have the ability to work with government funders.

FERTILIZERS Affordable Mowing ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ * Mowing * Raking * Pruning * Trimming ....and MORE. Call Mikes Lawns at 250-702-2164 COW MANURE 1 year old for sale, $24/yard, can deliver. Call (250)338-5503.

HELP WANTED

H E L P WA N T E D

Comox Medical Clinic is looking for an experienced Medical Office Assistant to join our office. The candidate needs to possess excellent inter-personal skills, enjoy working within a team, be comfortable with a computer and have the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Previous medical office experience preferred but related experience will be considered. Competitive wages and benefits offered. This is a part-time position that will include some evenings, vacation coverage and occasional Saturdays. References required. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Please submit a resume via email to candice.comoxmedical@shaw.ca or in person to Comox Medical Clinic #100-1695 Comox Ave. Attention: Candice

OLD COW manure. Limited Spring supply. Loading daily. Call 250-650-3633.

FIREARMS UNWANTED RESTRICTED & Unrestricted Firearms? Working or non-working, let me take care of them for you for free. From Qualicum Beach to Campbell River, I will pick-up as soon as possible. Please call Keith, (250) 331-0841.

HUGE MOVING SALE Saturday March 30 9:00am - 3:00pm 7636 Ships Point Road Fanny Bay Look for balloons! Waterfront Beach House staging furniture& decor: IKEA white slip-covered loveseat, chair & ottoman $500. Dining room table & 4 slip-covered chairs, art work, wicker sofa table, wicker chairs & ottoman, beds, dressers, tables, lamps, tools, large outdoor ceramic pots, lawn furniture, computer desk plus lots of fabulous misc items - all has to go!

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE Bell Express View High Def Satellite TV Receiver $50 O.B.O. Call 250-339-7683.

FREE CAT available to a good home. Four year old female, spade, great mouser, independent, very well natured. Please call 250-871-0039

FUEL/FIREWOOD #250-703-FIRE(3473) Est. since 2004. Custom cut, split, delivered, clean wood. Well seasoned. All Fir available.

HANDYPERSONS CUTTING EDGE Painting. Will beat any estimate by 20%. 10yrs exp.Mike 250-218-7034 HOME REPAIR & Maintenance Service. Interior or Exterior. Call Les for Free estimate at 250-898-8887.

KITCHEN CABINETS

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Beautiful Dry Firewoodâ&#x20AC;? Comox Valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest ďŹ rewood producer offers legally obtained ďŹ rewood from private land. Thank- you for supporting your local small business. Ph. Bill 250-337-8299 cell 250-897-8101 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.

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? LIKE new Filter Queen Vacuum Cleaner for sale $200. (paid $2000). 250-334-3136

LANDSCAPING BLUESTONE LAND & Aquascape CertiďŹ ed Landscaper. Gardens Ponds Water Features Complete Lawn Care and Maintenance. Call Shayne 250-338-1823

NATIONAL BILLIARD Table and Accessories. Like New Condition. $1,000 ďŹ rm. (250)285-3761. VIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HOT-TUB Covers, made in BC. Professional in home service. 250-897-8037.

CHESTERFIELD, LOVE Seat, Chair and Stool - maple wood frame rose colour cushions. In excellent condition. $250. Call 250-338-6970

DOWNTOWN COURTENAY, ($145,000), 2 bdrm, 1 bath, modular home on .11 acre. Partly fenced yard, new carpets, forced air heat, 4 appls. Walk to amens and bus. Must See! Call 250-334-3960.

GREAT LOCATION in Comox only $280,000. Attractive 3 bdrm, 2 bath home at 645 Torrence Rd, on large 7,405 Sq Ft Lot with private fenced back yard. Single car garage, RV or Boat parking. Wired workshop or ofďŹ ce separate entrance. Close to schools and 19 Wing. Incl 6 appliances in VG condition. NO Agents. Call to view 250-339-1117.

COMPLETELY RENOVATED & landscaped 1350sq ft rancher within walking distance to Beaver Lodge trails. 3 bdrm/2 bth(incl. full ensuite). Single car garage. Lg fully fenced & private bk yrd. incl. mature trees, plants & pond. A few of the interior updates incl. new kitchen, bthrms, ďŹ&#x201A;ooring (heated tile throughout kitchen, dining room, & large laundry rm. Hand scraped laminate through rest of house. New appliances, light ďŹ xtures, paint, etc. Asking $255,000.00. Call 250-204-3842 or email fernandesma@live.com

HOME ON 4 ACRES FOR SALE!! 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1150 sqft updated rancher. This home is situated on 4 park-like acres on a no thru road, and zoned for 2 dwellings. New roof, great artesian well, fenced for horses, with a roomy stall, and a big shop - only minutes to town!! Asking $434,900. Please email for pictures or more information. vuorela4@shaw.ca

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

MUST SEE: 3 Bdrm, 1 1/2 Bath, sep. ofďŹ ce with private entry nestled in Qualicum Woods. Just 5 mins to Village, beach, forest & 2 golf courses. Low maint. gardens, fenced backyard, offers privacy & peaceful surrounding. Lots of updates & renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, infra-red sauna in garage. $349,000.00 If interested call:250-594-5654

QUALITY 55+ patio home at Village Green, Courtenay. 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. Immed. possession. $220,000. 250-338-8260

TOOLS ANTIQUE DRILL press (serial #6275) and antique band saw (serial #62-4222), $995 each obo. Must go. Call for more info (250)287-3639.

REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/CONDOS

FURNITURE

AFFORDABLE custom cabinetry, countertops and refacing. 250-850-9915 www.coastcabinetry.ca

CAMPBELL RIVER Beautiful 1765sq ft. 3 bd/2 bth rancher on cul-de-sac. Large entrance, fam. rm. sun rm, open liv/din rm, 3/4â&#x20AC;? oak ďŹ&#x201A;ooring, nicely landscaped, enclosed backyard, covered patio, sideyard RV parking with hookups, HEAT PUMP, 5 appls. $278,900.00. 250-923-7010

GRADUATION/ WEDDING/ Business Suits, Gucci, Prada, Hugo Boss, Calvin Klein. Approx size 40R. All worn once. Beautiful Quality. Call to View 250-850-2525

FREE ITEMS

Please drop off resume in person to The Home Medical Shop, 1070 Cliffe Ave, Courtenay. No phone calls please.

HELP WANTED

COMOX- 2113 Bambrick Plc., Sat, March. 30, 9am-12pm. Moving/Garage Sale. Too many items to list. Rain or shine!

2000sq.ft. MANUFACTURED home, dry walled throughout, on permanent foundation w/ 4ft. crawlspace. .95 acre level lot, short walk to beach or 5 min. drive to Kin Beach Park. Fruit trees, mature landscaping, garage, woodshed and herb garden. 3 bdr. 2 bath., on-suite has 3 piece w/ walk-in closet. 2nd is 4 piece w/ deep tub. Mudroom, lg. laundry storage room, open kitchen w/ maple cabinets, dining/sitting areas + eat at counter. Lg. family room w/ sliding glass door onto lg. covered deck and private hot tub. Cable to all bedrooms + 2 in family room. Woodstove provides cheap heat. 1500 sq. ft. dream shop, wired 220/110 plumbed with sink + tap, gas heat, 2 13ft. over height bays, ofďŹ ce area + upstairs storage area. Option to buy 2 ton electric hoist on 12 ft. I beams. 16x50 ft. cement pad for possible shop expansion. Moving must sell, price reduced to $299,900 for quick sale. Ph. (250)8901071 for appointment to view.

$179,500. Spacious 1110sq ft, 2 bdrms, 2 bath, top ďŹ&#x201A;oor, ocean view condo. New roof, new balcony, lrg master bdrm & ensuite, lots of storage, insuite W/D, skylight in kitchen, thick carpet except in bathroom/kitchen/laundry, 5 appls. Adult building, no pets, no rentals. Call 250-203-9673.

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PORT MCNEILL: Small 2 bdrm, 1 bath home on easy care lot, partial ocean view. New ďŹ&#x201A;ooring and roof. Possible rent to own for qualiďŹ ed buyer. $135,000. Call 250902-9582 or 250-956-2388.

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REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

OPEN HOUSE

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

HOMES FOR RENT

GREAT FLOOR Plan. Like new condo in Murrelet. 1509 sq ft with 2 bdrm + den. Tile and hardwood throughout. Low strata fees. #59, 2300 Murrelet Place. Sat & Sun, March. 30 & 31, 12-4 PM.

COURTENAY- 3 bdrm + den, 2 bath, 5 new appls, fenced yard, wired shopped/garden shed, end of cul-de-sac, Puntledge area. Avail April. 15th. N/S, no parties, pet neg. $1200. Call 1-(250)710-8279.

COMMERCIAL SPACE for rent. Prime location in Comox. 1200 sqft, newly reno’d ofﬁce space. $1200+HST per month. Contact James at 250-3392261.

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SHOP/WAREHOUSE space. Cousins Rd. 1200 sqft. 3 phase power. High ceilings. Ofﬁce Area. I-2 Zoning. Available Now! 250-703-1644, 250-338-7476 evs.

APARTMENT/CONDO

TOWNHOUSES

COMOX: ONE level bright, modern & spacious, 2 bdrms, 8 years old, 2 full baths, dbl. garage, patio, gas f/p, close to beach/downtown. $269,000. 250-339-7263, 250-218-5263.

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APARTMENT/CONDO

Property Management

1 MONTH FREE. Large 2 BDRM. Free heat. Elevator. Great location! $750/mo. Call 250-334-4646. COURTENAY, 2-BDRM Apt., 1 bath, NS/NP. $650 mo. Avail immed. 250-898-8285. E. COURTENAY: Bright, spacious, 2-bdrm, top ﬂoor, laminate ﬂoors. F/S, W/D. Refs req’d. $750. 1-250-474-0545.

East Courtenay Apartments 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F&S, N/S, pets neg., $750/mo, Available immediately. Call Randy Devine 250-334-9900

MOUNTAIN VIEW Manor- 125 Centennial Dr, Courtenay. 1 & 2 bdrms, secure entrance, ELEVATOR. 250-334-2800. PUNTLEDGE TERRACE. 205 1st St. Courtenay on the River. 2 bdrms w/loft, 2 bath, 5 appls., woodstove, N/S, N/P, adult orientated. $1000. Avail Apr. 15, 250-339-3638 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. Apartments•Condos•Suites 2325 B VALLEYVIEW DR. 1 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P, 6 appls, $700/mth Inc utilities Avail. Immd. 205-130 Back Rdoad 2 bed, 1 bath, N/P, N/S, 5 appls. $775/mth Avail. Apr. 1 206-1130 Willemar 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P, 2 appls. $675/mth Avail. Mar 15

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

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.

2 BDRM, rancher style duplex in quiet area. F/S, D/W,W/D, garage. Great place with large kitchen, bath & storage throughout home. $1150 3 BDRM, rancher style upstairs duplex. 5 appls, laminate ﬂoors good area of Comox. $1200 COURTENAY 3 BDRM,rancher duplex on Urquhart. Large open concept with F/S, W/D and laminate ﬂoors. N/S, N/P. $950/mth 2 BDRM unit on Back Road. Open living/dining room with F/S, D/W, W/D. Lots of storage, N/S, N/P. $800/mth

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APARTMENTS

PARK PLACE

BLUE JAY APARTMENTS

1970 Fitzgerald Ave, Courtenay

450-19th Street, Courtenay

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

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

250-334-3078

Call Pat at 250-703-6965

HOLLYRIDGE MANOR

ANDERTON ARMS

200 Back Road, Courtenay

426 Anderton Avenue, Courtenay

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

Cozy 1 bedroom, in a great location! Overlooks Puntledge River and Lewis Park. Short walk to downtown. 2 rental references required. No pets allowed.

Call Sharon 250-338-7449

Call 250-334-9717

WILLOW ARMS APARTMENTS 1252-9th St., Courtenay

RYAN COURT

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.

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

Call 250-338-7449

For viewing please call Donna 250-334-9667

CONDOS PACIFIC COURT

ST. BRELADES

1520/1540 Piercy Ave, Courtenay

146 Back Road, Courtenay

2 bedroom available immediately and 2 bedroom available March 15th, in clean, quiet building with on-site manager, close to town, schools, and bus. Stove, fridge, blinds and carpet.

FEATURES: Fridge/stove, dishwasher, washer/dryer, Quiet, clean building. Pet friendly. 2 & 3 bed condos. Ideal location, walking distance to SuperStore and NIC.

Call 250-338-7449

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

To View, Call 250-338-7533

CYPRESS ARMS

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.

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.

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. Call John @ 250-703-2264 or David @ 250338-0267.

APARTMENT/CONDOS Comox

MANAGEMENT SERVICES INC.

TRADEWINDS 1600 Comox Ave.

WESTWATER 60 Anderton Ave.

576 England Avenue Courtenay, B.C. 250-338-6900

MEICOR REALTY

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.

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. Finest in Courtenay. Three blocks from downtown. Security Entry. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

EDGEWATER 355 Anderton Ave. TWO BEDROOM top floor — river view. Fully renovated and very attractive suite. Excellent location just two blocks from downtown. Quiet, adult building. Well maintained. Security entry. Reasonable rent. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

1255 9th Street, Courtenay

For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667

TOWNHOUSES TORRY PINES 1560-13th Street, Courtenay Attractive 2 & 3 bedroom townhouses have been completely renovated – enjoy new appliances, flooring and bathroom fittings in these spacious units. Friendly and quiet atmosphere make it ideal for family or working couple. Large, private patio area allows great access for your pet. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit. Call 250-334-9717

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AUTO FINANCING

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR RENT

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. Call 250-897-0950 (days) 250703-0400 (eve)

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.

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CARS 2007 23â&#x20AC;&#x2122; WILDWOOD LE travel trailer. Northwest package, like new, sleeps 6, lots of storage. $15,000. obo. Call (250)339-9825, (250)702-6883

Houses & Suites 3347 Royston Rd 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, 5 appls., $975/mth Avail. Apr 1 1471 Krebs Cres. 3 bed, 1 bath, N/S, 5 appls., $1200/mth Avail. May 1 7749 Tozer Rd 4 bed, 2 bath, N/S, 5 appls, $1300/mth Avail. May 1st

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca COMOX RANCHER 3 bdrm & den, 1 bath, F & S, carport, partially fenced, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed.$1,100/mth FAMILY HOME! North East Ctny 5 bdrm, 3 1/2 bath, 7 appls, gas F/P, double garage, fenced yrd, N/S, pet neg. w/ref., landscaping incl. Avail. Mar. 15 - $1,800/mth RURAL ACREAGE 2 bdrm, 1 bath home, 4 appls, woodstove, N/S, N/P. Avail. May 1 - $975/mth COMOX- SPLIT level 3 bdrm house, includes F/S, D/W, W/D. No pets, N/S. Available April. 1st. $1100 mo. Call 250339-9805, 9am-6pm. COURTENAY: 2 bdrm mobile home on Braidwood Road. Clean, NP/NS. Refs req. $700. Call (250)339-7566. NORTH COURTENAY glois Rd. house for Small(700 sqft), W/D, utilities sperate, NP/NS. req. D.D. $850 mth. Immed.250-334-2953

Lanrent. F/S, Refs. Avail.

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

SUITES, LOWER 1 BDRM, April 1 or sooner. W/d. $725 util inc. N/S. Minto Road. 250-702-0690.

TOWNHOUSES COURTENAY, SPACIOUS, centrally located 2 bdrm ($650) & 3 bdrm ($775) Townhome, 1835 Piercy Ave., coin laundry, new roof, N/P. Family oriented. Call (250)702-1096.

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CONDOS / SUITES / APARTMENTS ARBOUR GLEN

2 bdrm ground level suite;4 appl. & ideally located in walking distance to schools, shopping & amenities; perfect for quiet individual or couple! N/S & N/P; $750/mo; avail.Apr. 1

KENDAL AVE. SUITE

Beautiful suite in new Cumberland subdivision features 1 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appl., beautiful kitchen cabinetry ; like new; ideal for single person or couple; $650/mo;N/S; N/P; avail. Apr. 1

DRIFTWOOD CONDOS

No car? No prob! 1 & 2 bdrm condos ideally located within walking distance to amenities & Airpark, & on bus route for longer distances. 2 appl w/on-site laundry. Storage available. Pet may be considered w/deposit. N/S. Rent from $600/month. Immediate & Apr 1 possession

CHERRYWOOD MANOR

Spacious, beautifully renovated, 1 & 2 bdrm, 1 bath apts located in secured entrance building, near schools & on bus routes. Master bdrms incl. walk-in closets. Incl. large deck & windows. 2 appl w/on-site laundry. N/P. N/S. Immed. possession. Rents from $625/month. FREE heat & hot water!!

CUMBERLAND RD. SUITE

Newly updated 2 bdrm, 1 bath suite located near downtown core is in excellent proximity to parks, schools & shopping, & located on bus route. Suite incl. 4 appl & exclusive use of main driveway & carport. $750/month, plus utilities. N/S. Small pet MAY BE considered w/deposit.

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 & Apr. 1 rents from $900/mth. SUNRIDGE TOWNHOUSES 2 bdrm, & den, 2 bath, 5 appls, elect. F/P, carport, balcony, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed - $1,000/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. Immed $1,100/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR 1 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, storage, res. pkg, N/S, No pets. $150 move-in incentrive. Avail. Apr. 1 $650/mth FULLY FURNISHED condo at Trumpeterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Landing, 1 bdrm & den, 1 bath, 5 appls, balcony, underground pkg, storage, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. - $1100/mth CLOSE TO SUPERSTORE 3 bdrm, 2 bath duplex, 5appls, newly renovated, fenced yrd, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. - $899/mth DRESSAGE COURT 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, gas F/P, patio, N/S, cat ok. Avail. Immed. - $875/mth ARGO COURT 1 bdrm, 1 bath apt., F & S, coin laundry, basic cable & hot water incl, N/S, cat neg. w/ref. Avail. Apr. 1. - $650/mth. Call Res Mgr. 334-8602 CLOSE TO COLLEGE two level townhouse, 2 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appls, carport, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. - $850/mth TRUMPETER RIDGE 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appls, gas F/P, garage, N/S, No pets. Avail. Apr. 1 $900/mth MAPLEWOOD MANOR 1 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, updated unit, N/S, No pets. Avail. Apr. 1 $650/mth ROSEWOOD TOWNHOUSES 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, basic cable incl., N/S, no pets. Avail. Apr.1 - $725/mth. Call Res. Mgr. 334-8602 LORELEI APTS Bachelor suite, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, N/S, No pets. Avail. May 1 - $500/mth FIVE OAKS VILLA 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, newly renovated, N/S, No pets. Avail. Apr. 1 - $800/mth PUNTLEDGE DUPLEX 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 3 appls, fenced yrd, w/shed, N/S, No pets. Avail. May 1 $925/mth RYAN COURT 1 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls, patio, reserved pkg, N/S, cat ok. Avail. Apr. 1 - $625/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR 1 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, patio, storage, res. pkg, N/S, Cat ok. Avail. Apr. 1 - $650/mth

SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 1997 SILVER Honda Civic Hatchback, 80,000 KMS, brand new Nokian tires, very clean, $4500 obo. Call (250)202-1124 2000 FORD MUSTANG GT. Special Edition. 11,000km. Fully loaded. Immaculate. Never driven in rain. $17,000. 250-923-3431 or 250-2021340

Renovated, bright, 1 & 2 bdrm apts in secured entrance building is ideally located near Cumberland Hospital & charming downtown Cumberland core. Incl. 2 appl, pantry/ storage, patio, & on site coin-op laundry. N/P. N/S. For immediate possession. Rents from $600/month.

AUTO FINANCING

TOWNHOUSES / DUPLEXES

98,000 KMS. Ford Explorer XLS. 4 Doors + Extras. $7100. Call 250-287-2009.

TRUCKS & VANS

2002 MERCEDES Benz C230. Very low kms. New tires, silver/black interior. Excellent condition. Parked in winter. Manual, 6 speed. Leather seats. $7900. 250-287-2645 2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 ďŹ rm. 250-755-5191.

1998 MAZDA V6 B4000, RWD Automatic. 165000km. Good cond. Reliable vehicle. $3800 OBO. Call or text: 250202-6365

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MOTORCYCLES

2003 WIND STAR VAN. Automatic remote starter, Bruno lift. Comes with or without scooter. 147,400 km. Fully inspected. $6500. (250)338-1961. 2002 HARLEY Davidson Road Glide, 95ci, loaded, many extras, set up for touring custom paint, must be seen, $11,900 OBO. 250-871-3126.

MARINE ACCESSORIES

2003 GOLDKEY HARLEY DAVIDSON FATBOY. Black and silver. 14,000km. $85,000 in receipts. $25,000. 250-9233431 or 250-202-1340

2012 NISSAN motor 9.8 electric start, long shaft with prop guard. Brand new never used. Paid $3100, offers obo. (250)339-0692

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2007 900 KAWASAKI Vulcan Classic LT Low mileage like new $6800.00 250-941-3697

1969, 32 ft Monk Cruiser. Engine rebuilt and new canvass in 2010. Valued in 2011 survey at $33400. Priced to sell at $16,900. (250)898-4886

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RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

1996-22â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Kodiak 5th Wheel. Like new $8000 or nearest offer. 250-923-6496.

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1997 31ft Embassy Motor Home Ford 460. Good condition no smoking, no pets, under 80,000 km. $17,000. 250-338-6837

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