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Page 3 Harold ‘Lefty’ Williams learned a few tricks of the trade while a member of the Harlem Globetrotters. Now as youth pastor at Jericho Road Church he’s helping others achieve their hoop dreams. WAWMEESH G. HAMILTON/ALBERNI VALLEY NEWS

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Skills, drills and thrills DARE 2 DREAM: | Youth pastor teaches life skills through basketball camps. WAWMEESH G. HAMILTON Alberni Valley News

A basketball camp at Jericho Road Church is all about giving back, says camp coordinator Harold “Lefty” Williams. More than 60 boys and girls from Grades 4-12 attended the DARE 2 Dream Basketball Camp last month in the former Klitsa School gym, which has been well kept since the school closed several years ago. Campers learned core basketball fundamentals such as ball handling, passing and shooting defense over the course of the week. Williams structured the camp around six elements: mind, body, soul, education, accountability and enthusiasm. “All of those things helped me become the

‘All of those things helped me become the player and the person that I am today.’ – Lefty Williams player and the person that I am today,” Williams said. “If you model those things then kids will buy in, especially if they know you care, and the more they care the more they want to know.” Williams played for the Harlem Globetrotters as well as their perennial opponents, the Washington Generals. He also saw action with several pro teams in England and Japan. Before that, he

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Students at the Dare 2 Dream hoops camp practice passing drills at the former Klitsa School gymnasium during spring break.

played for Jersey City University, where he was a standout player, and a graduate of the university’s business and communications programs. Williams played competitive basketball since elementary school. During the school year he played basketball six days a week. “And seven days a week in the summer,” he said.

Williams coached the Alberni District Secondary School junior boys team this past season. He took stock of the hoops scene in Port Alberni and has been percolating some ideas about how to up its game. One of those ideas is a basketball academy that would run year round. Continued / A29

The littlest members of the hoops camp are put through their paces in a ball handling drill.

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Coffee With How does a guy from Jersey City, New Jersey, who played basketball with the Harlem Globetrotters and travelled the world, end up living in Port Alberni working as a youth pastor? “The community has welcomed us and we love it here,” Harold “Lefty” Williams said. “And when you’re doing something you love then it doesn’t matter where you are.”

Williams has been the youth pastor at Jericho Road Church since November 2012. He also coached the Alberni District Secondary School junior boys basketball team last season. He and his wife Shyneefa live in Port Alberni with their children Kiara and Elisha. Williams was indeed born and raised in Jersey City, New Jersey and is one of eight children born to Rita Williams. A twin, he and his sister Tramaine are the second oldest in the family, most of whom now reside in California.

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math and Spanish among his favourite courses. “My Spanish teacher believed in me and encouraged me to think about life after basketball or if basketball didn’t turn out,” Williams said. After graduating, he attended Jersey City University, where he earned degrees in communications and business management. Basketball and faith are constant threads that weave their way through Williams’ life. “Basketball kept me out of a life of drugs, gangs and trouble,” he said. “It was my

exhale; it was my way out.” Faith has been a cornerstone in Williams’ life since childhood. His introduction to religion was waking up in the dead of night to find his mother praying and joining her. And his late grandfather Thomas, a once illiterate cotton farmer, learned how to read by reading the bible, he said. Williams came from a broken home, and he credits his grandfather with being a strong male role model in his life. Continued / A29

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Hupacasath re-elect Tatoosh as leader FIRST NATIONS: | Chief councillor sets his sights on waterfront study, financial health for the Hupacasath in his second term. WAWMEESH G. HAMILTON Alberni Valley News

Steven Tatoosh has been re-elected as chief councillor of the Hupacasath First Nation. Steven Tatoosh defeated former Hupacasath councillor Brenda Sayers 87-57 to win the top seat in the First Nation’s election, which was held on April 5. “It was close when the ballots were first being counted, neck and neck really so I was nervous,” Tatoosh said with a laugh. “But after 23 votes I pulled ahead. A few people gave me the head nod and I knew I had it.” New councillor Jim Tatoosh and

incumbent Warren Lauder won their seats by acclamation. There were 144 votes cast out of 216 eligible voters, 40 of whom mailed in ballots. Tribe elections can be edgy affairs, Tatoosh said. There was a bit of baiting at an all candidates’ meeting last week but neither Tatoosh or Sayers were having any of it, he said. “Brenda and I agreed to be civil with one another and we were,” Tatoosh said. “I know from working with her that whoever won, the people would get a good job out of the both of us.” Sayers didn’t return calls by deadline. The tribe will continue to participate in the

Waterfront North Development Study with the city and Port Alberni Port Authority. Joint council discussions with the Tseshaht First Nation will also continue. And the tribe continues to strengthen its financial affairs, Tatoosh said. New priorities this term include establishing a budget for youth and elder programs and kick-starting tribal committee participation. Officials are also examining beautifying tribal waterfront lands, Tatoosh said. Implementation of the elements received as compensation for TFL 44 logging activity impact will

also continue, as will plans for developing more micro hydro projects. Also in the works is a new community centre for elders and youth. “Our offices are a place of business and we want to develop something more community friendly,” Tatoosh said. “I’d like to leave that kind of legacy.” Officials will also be evaluating the Hupacasath’s involvement in the legal challenge to Canada’s investment treaty with China, which Sayers spearheaded in January. “I believe we need to finish what we started as long as it isn’t a financial burden to the tribe,” Tatoosh said. The Hupacasath are also dealing with the resignation of chief executive officer Robert Duncan, who left suddenly to pursue other opportunities. “We’re not going to replace him for now. We’re evaluating his workload and will

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Steven Tatoosh reflects on the next two years after winning a second term as chief councillor of the Hupacasath First Nation. Tatoosh beat challenger Brenda Sayers 87-57 to win the seat. Jim Tatoosh and Warren Lauder won councillor seats by acclimation.

distribute it to other staff,” Tatoosh said. This is the second term as chief councillor for Tatoosh. He said the secret to being more

comfortable with the role is tending to grassroots issues at home. “I don’t need to go to Ottawa to vote for national chief and

I don’t need to go to First Nations Summit meetings,” he said. “I did at first, but there’s nuts and bolts work to do at home.”

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The good folks at the Capitol Theatre are offering another great program. Creative Art Play Workshop teaches warmup exercises, character development and performance art. At the Capitol Theatre on Argyle Street, April 12. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost: $10 for members; $20 for non-members. With you in the fight for life Avec vous dans le combat pour la vie

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Italian Feast Hey, paisan, do you like good Italian food (like we have to ask). You know you do. Then check out the Italian food buffet on Saturday, April 12. The event is at the Italian Canadian Hall on Sixth Avenue. Dinner starts at 7 p.m. with dance to follow. Tix: $25, and available at Clip 21, Archie’s Hair Styling, and Capelli’s. Going somewhere else — fo’get’aboout’it.

Highlanders So, who doesn’t like Highlander? No, not the movie with Christopher Lambert. The West Coast Highlanders. The band will be skirling their pipes at Char’s Landing on Argyle Street on Saturday, April 13. Also performing are Mohr Masala and MacKenzie School of Dance. From 7-9 p.m. Tix: $10 Kids under 12 $5 at Rollin Art Centre.

There are a couple of neat activities happening at Echo Centre next week. On April 17, the Sunshine Club is hosting a volunteer tea. The event starts at 1:30 p.m. And on April 18, local weather aficionado Chris Alemany will be the guest speaker at an event hosted by the Alberni District Historical Society. Start time is 7 p.m.

Sweat Rock The Belushis from Vancouver are reputed to be sweat rock champs. Find out for yourself. Treat yourself to non-stop, earsplitting, sweatflying, no nonsense action. The Belushis are going to be at the Rainbow Room on Fourth Avenue on April 13-14. The show is from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Tix: $10.

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of The Coulson Group of Companies and discussed its vision for the uptown with him at length, Douglas said. “He saw something and got to work,” he said. Douglas wouldn’t disclose what Coulson’s plans for the building were. He did say however that they are consistent with the city’s vision of revitalizing the area with new residential units and commercial outlets. Building new infrastructure to attract more seniors was part of Douglas’ platform during the civic election, and uptown was one of several areas that could accommodate that, he said then.

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The showdown between city council and the owner of the burned out Tidebrook Hotel and restaurant has advanced. City councillors voted against a request by property owner Jack Purdy for an extension to tear down the burned out restaurant on Gertrude Street. An attorney involved with the issue sent the request to city officials via e-mail. Purdy wanted an extension until May 31 to evaluate how the property could be redeveloped. The city could grant the extension or proceed with the next step in cleaning the property up under terms of the community charter. That next step will be to send a registered letter about the matter to Purdy and invoke a show cause hearing. Coun. Cindy Solda supported moving to the next step. “I’ve heard empty promises about his other properties,” she said.

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Port Alberni Mayor John Douglas, left, and city staff members Guy Cicon, Theresa Kingston and Ken Watson receive Diamond Jubilee medals at Monday’s council meeting.

Ford gets bylaw exemption The new Van Isle Ford dealership on Beaver Creek Road is another step closer to becoming reality. Port Alberni city councillors voted Monday to allow a floodplain bylaw exemption to the dealership. The property is now

zoned C4 Highway Commercial District, and has been annexed from Stirling Field, a report noted. The exemption is required to better accommodate moving vehicles in and out of showroom and service bay spaces. The city took

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Tourism business operator Darren DeLuca will be the BC Liberal candidate in Alberni-Pacific Rim in the May 14 B.C. election. “Our community is ready for change, for a vision of prosperity and jobs, and that’s what I will commit to do,” said DeLuca. “NDP candidate Scott Fraser has not done the job, and it’s time for him to go.” DeLuca owns a big-game guiding company (Vancouver Island Guide Outfitters Inc.) that has worldwide clients. He is a director of the Port Alberni Junior Hockey Society (owners of the Alberni Valley Bulldogs) and helped spearhead the drive to make the team community owned. DeLuca is also a director of the Port Alberni Port Authority and co-chair of the Alberni Clayoquot Transportation Committee.

“At this crucial moment, when the forest industry is finally ready to invest in jobs and infrastructure, it is the height of irresponsibility for Scott Fraser to call for the banning of oldgrowth logging,” said DeLuca. “Our union millworkers and loggers would be laid off instantly.’ “What we should be doing now is encouraging those companies to invest, not driving them away.” Another priority, he said, is improved highways and road infrastructure. “For too long the local economy has been constrained by lack of access, and should any of these projects proceed to approval, a new highway will be essential. “Better roads and infrastructure in any area of AlberniPacific Rim would be good news for the tourist industry as well as for economic

development. A lot of constituents depend on tourism, and it needs all the help it can get.” Mining is another bright light on the horizon, he said: “With two major mine projects on the books, Eagle Rock and Raven Coal, and more exploration happening in the region, there is new opportunity to create many high-paying, skilled, union jobs.” “B.C.’s environmental approval process is one of the most rigorous and transparent processes in the world, it includes public

consultation, and major projects must pass this demanding process before being approved. We need to let the process continue and be completed.” DeLuca, also a realtor, says he supports the efforts of the PAPA to develop a transshipping centre near Coleman Creek in the Alberni Inlet. “The transshipping centre would create hundreds of union jobs and tens of millions of dollars in economic activity.” DeLuca will be officially nominated on April 12 at Hollies Executive Golf Course.

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If a tree falls in Ottawa... It’s still easy being Green Sometimes, it feels like the 1880s. That was a time when it could take months for messages or policy statements or even election results to get back and forth from B.C. to the federal seat of power in Ottawa. And when these messages arrived, most people in B.C. didn’t hear them or weren’t interested. Most likely, they were more concerned with basic survival in a tough time than they were the blatherings of the political and social elite in a land so far away it might as well be China. Today, with a provincial election creeping closer, the economy still challenging us all and local issues always front of mind, the messages coming from Ottawa reach here much faster, but they do not exactly resonate with most residents of Parksville Qualicum Beach. Our representative — and it doesn’t matter who it may be or which party he/she represents — does his level best to relay the messages. Often, it seems the MPs of B.C. show up locally when it’s time for a photo opp or to dole out federal funds for a park. To be fair, Nanaimo-Alberni Conservative MP James Lunney has always been available to us for comment. But, really, how much of what he does or what his government does captures the daily attention of anyone in Parksville Qualicum Beach who is not a political junkie? They have done much good in our estimation, these federal Conservatives. They have strengthened our presence in the North, the last Canadian frontier. They have forged ahead with relationships and made agreements with nations (Cuba, France, etc.) that don’t exactly thrill our American cousins. In the past few days, the federal government has also announced a unique skills training program, something better than anything any provincial party has come up with, despite the talk here of its importance by all three major political parties. Still, and back to our original point, if a tree (or policy) falls in an Ottawa forest, does anyone in B.C., hear it? - Parksville Qualicum Beach News

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ICTORIA –This is the first of a series of policy commentaries on the four main parties contesting the 2013 B.C. election. I’m starting with the B.C. Green Party, which has higher than usual hopes for the 2013 election. It was also the first to put out a substantial policy document, albeit one that is still being debated and altered. Green Book 2013 continues the Utopian positions that only a party with no chance of forming a government has the luxury to put forward. For example, they would double the area of parks in B.C., but take 100 years to do it. Immediately, they would almost double the carbon tax, taking it from seven to 12 cents on a litre of gasoline. Greens would extend this steeply increased

Tax increase aside, this carbon tax to industries is essentially the NDP such as natural gas and position too. cement production. The Greens emphasize Leader Jane Sterk told wind and geothermal me she expects cement power. producers and the like to Sterk faces the awkward adapt, rather than shut task of arguing against down as their competitive hydroelectric expansion. position erodes. A Green government And what about the would cancel the Site C extra billions in carbon dam project on the Peace tax revenues? River. Sterk says Sterk says most should it would continue to go only serve to income tax as a subsidy reductions, to liquefied as is now the natural gas case, because exports, the purpose – Jane Sterk which she is to change doesn’t consumption believe patterns, not materialize as to increase overall tax international competitors revenue. develop. The Greens’ star Most, but not all. candidate, University of “We think there is an Victoria climate scientist argument to be made Andrew Weaver, agrees. for putting, for a period Both point to vast of time, the increased reserves of Russian gas revenue from the carbon that may well get to Asia tax into creating the more quickly and cheaply. infrastructure that allows Sterk said the 35,000 people to benefit from a existing gas wells in carbon tax,” Sterk said. northern B.C. “are not That means transit, and going to be shut down.” potentially retrofits of Actually, in the absence homes and other buildings of LNG exports, that as well.

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is exactly what would happen to many of them. The U.S. has its own shale gas supplies, and is B.C.’s only current export customer. Converting transport trucks and BC Ferries to LNG fuel isn’t going to maintain the vast industry blooming in northern B.C. The official Green Party position is to place a moratorium on B.C. gas drilling while a comprehensive water use policy is developed. Current innovations such as reusing municipal wastewater are ignored. The Green platform also demands disclosure of chemicals used in hydraulic fracturing, which the B.C. Oil and Gas Commission has already done. If one were to design a self-fulfilling prophecy that B.C.’s LNG project is doomed to fail, the Green Party platform would be a good place to start. Reading through Green Book 2013, I’m left with the impression that much of it remains calculated as a soothing message. Continued/ A9

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Trawlers are a real drag To the Editor, Factory trawlers like the Norwegian trawler Raw Spirit should be shipped back to Norway. Greenpeace would be right there to shut them down. Why are we letting them in here? They drag nets on the bottom of the seabeds and everything in the nets’ way is gone. Who is willing to take the personal responsibility when our fishing is depleted? We are close enough to this problem without the trawler being established here yet. Sport fishing and trolling for salmon are far more sustainable, and provide more jobs, than dragging the bottom of the ocean floor. That will deplete most of what we have left. Stand up and voice your opinions. Peter and Pat Rueschmann, Port Alberni

Do you think the Alberni Valley’s air quality council is doing a good job as our air watchdog?

Yes – 11 No – 20 This week’s question: Does news that the Coulson group wants to purchase the old Zellers building give you hope for the uptown area?

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Lib woes mask reality From/ 09 A message for urban voters who have been convinced it’s courageous to drive their cars down to an anti-tanker protest. If Weaver, Sterk or any other Greens get elected, it will be surfing a wave of protest votes from people weary of the B.C. Liberals and the

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NDP. It will not be due to the practicality or even internal consistency of their polices. It’s still pretty easy being Green.

Dam money saves bacon

Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca

To the Editor, It’s important to realize that the

only way the city residential tax increase is below ten percent is because of a one-time $300,000 transfer from the McLean Mill dam repairs to the city coffers. Otherwise, the tax increase would be closer to eleven percent. My specific recommendations for cost cutting were ignored: a museum admission charge, an end to the moneylosing summer hockey school ($60,000 to $70,000 per year), and a big reduction in the travel budget for city councillors who all want to attend out-oftown conferences all the time. The specific reason for the unnecessary, costly boondoggle of a new high school at the new location was to poach on city facilities such as the track. As a condition of school relocation, the school district should have been required to pay for the maintenance of facilities such as the track and any ball fields, etc. that they may use. That didn’t happen, so were stuck with a $700,000 bill for the track alone. There has been no attempt to bring city

managers to heel, including the Parks and Recreation and museum directors. The museum budget and salaries,for example, are grossly inflated. And the McLean Mill and steam train operations have been a bad, expensive joke for over ten years. Again, my experience in the museum field has been ignored. Specifically, I’ve said that McLean Mill needs at least 25,000 visitors annually to come close to breaking even, not 12,000 to 15,000. Yet the very expensive farce goes on year after year. Well over $5 million dollars have been spent since 2000. Others have commented upon our Cadillac fire department, economic development office (which should be in the regional district), and very high wages, none of which are being brought under control. The simple truth is that nobody at city hall cares about the bloated city budgets and the severe financial difficulties they create for some homeowners (and renters as their rates

go up). Who cares if some people are having great trouble in making ends meet? We bureaucrats and councillors are alright. Let them eat cake. Richard Berg, Port Alberni

Trawlers are a real drag To the Editor, Re: ACRD budget: taxes to rise 1.26% (www. albernivalleynews. com, April 3). As Chair of the Vancouver Island Regional Library (VIRL) Board of Trustees, I would like to take this opportunity to address the reference made in this article to the VIRL levy. The article says that “the Vancouver Island Regional Library’s levy is going up by seven per cent this year.” In fact, the increase is 5.95%. The 5.95% includes a 1% dedicated increase to correct deferred maintenance issues in many of our 38 branches, as well as a 1.25% dedicated increase to the redevelopment of a number of branches. While the overall increase is 5.95%, the

effective increase for the Alberni Clayoquot Regional District is 5.22%. The per capita increase to the over 400,000 residents in our service area is $2.34. The trustees on our Board, who represent 28 municipalities and 10 regional districts, work together in a spirit of collaboration and cooperation to respond to the needs and expectations of the many varied communities we serve. Bruce Jolliffe, chair, Vancouver Island Regional Library Board of Trustees

Thanks for the memories

To the Editor,s Many thanks to all those who helped make the tier 3 Midget BC hockey Championship a great success. Thanks for allowing me to be a part of it. I would like to thank the following people who I was directly involved with. Thanks to all the team hosts. Many thanks to the frontend people who were very reliable when it came to showing up for their shift. Gerry Fagan, Port Alberni

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Pastor’s Pen

Racism = prejudice + power

Racism = race prejudice + systemic misuse of power

Racism is a system of advantage and privilege based on ‘race,’ in which one group of people exercise abusive power over others on the basis of skin colour and racial heritage. A set of implicit or explicit beliefs, erroneous assumptions, and actions based upon an ideology which accords inherent superiority of one racial or ethnic group over another or others. • Racism is measured not by intent, but by its impact on those oppressed. • Racism can be overt or covert, individual or systemic, intentional or unintentional. • Racism confers privilege on and sustains the dominant/powerful group. • Racism exists everywhere in our society, in all institutions, and in churches. We believe that God, the Creator, asks every person to recognize and challenge racism with respect and reverence for all people.

CEDAR GROVE CHURCH A Christian Community of the Reformed Church in Canada Sunday Worship Service -10:30 am Wed. 9:30am - 11am Bible Study Everyone welcome to worship with us at the 7th Day Adventist Church at

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Mayor China-bound Married life after rehab WAWMEESH G. HAMILTON Alberni Valley News

Helping recruit new students, flying the flag and demonstrating the city’s commitment to a School District 70 initiative are behind Mayor John Douglas’s pending trip to China. City council voted to allow Douglas to accompany SD 70 officials to Enshi, China this spring. The trip will be underwritten with economic development funds. The move was sparked by a presentation to councillors by SD 70 superintendent Cam Pinkerton on Monday. Pinkerton said the district started recruiting foreign students to SD 70 three years ago. The initiative would create revenue through fees that would help offset budget pressures caused by declining enrolment. SD 70 takes $17,000

in fees per year: $10,000 in tuition, $7,000 for home stay, plus other money for discretionary spending, Pinkerton said. Under the arrangement, students study BC school curriculum in China for two years then come here to study their final two years. Chinese families sending their children is actually an investment, Pinkerton said. The city benefits from the investment because most if not all of the money taken in is spent in the city, and families look to start a small business later for their children to slide into, he added. Unlike in Canada, Chinese municipalities have jurisdiction in education, said Eric Gibb, spokesperson for Advanced Global Education Strategies. Sending the mayor along on a recruiting trip is sending an implicit message to

Chinese education officials, Gibb said. “The mayor’s visit gives us stability,” he said. Diplomacy and visiting can be done cheaper via Skype for Facetime, Coun. Cindy Solda said. “You can build relationships with technology but that human-tohuman element is important,” Pinkerton said. The city is under pressure not to spend so how much is it going to cost, Coun. Jack McLeman asked. Douglas’ end can be cost-shared with SD70, Pinkerton said. Understanding the culture is important, Coun. Hira Chopra said. “Asian culture is different from the west, families are the biggest asset,” he said. “If we lose their trust you’ll never see them again.” Douglas said he “felt like a piece of meat” being offered up. He’’’ go if instructed by council. The vote passed.

It is no coincidence that many DR. NEILL marriages end after NEILL rehab. Below are three Living common postdrinking/post-rehab scenarios (without our husband relapse). has had a longScenario one term drinking All he changed was problem. The longer his drinking. If he it went on, the more smoked before, he still alone you felt. smokes. He may have been a If he was grouchy good provider, but you felt neglected, because before, he is still a grouch. most evenings he was If he wasn’t zoned out on alcohol. It came to a head two interested in sex in his drinking days, months ago when you nothing much has were ready to leave. changed. He quit drinking He hangs out with and went to rehab, the same friends, only returning last week. he doesn’t drink. He declares he quit He gets defensive if for good this time. He you try to talk about looks the same, and it, just like before. you wonder… Scenario two The two of you have He goes to a meeting just entered one the every night, leaving highest risk periods you alone. of your marriage. He explains that If living with a his sobriety depends functioning alcoholic on it. was difficult, living His behaviour is with a recovering a little better, and alcoholic may be he definitely smells temporarily even better, but you’re still more taxing.

lonely in the evenings. Addiction is compulsive seeking and consuming something. It was alcohol. Now it’s meetings. He has substituted one addiction for another. Just as he used to get agitated if he couldn’t drink, now he gets agitated if he can’t go to a meeting. After a few weeks or months of this some men will shift into scenario three. Scenario three He may or may not go to a few meetings, but he sees a therapist who is helping him deal with the old demons that underlay his drinking. He is becoming more personally insightful, happier, more energetic and more loving. In short he’s experiencing a burst of personal growth. He wants to talk about things including whether he should change

professions. His old friends are drifting away. All three scenarios can be scary for you as the spouse, because a lot of personal change is required of you too, starting with an abundance of patience. The problem was alcohol, you thought, but it turned out to be something much deeper. His dealing with his demons (scenario three) exposes your demons. Surprise! When something changes, everything changes, including you, if you’re still there. Making it through the first couple of years after alcohol will at the very least make heavy demands on your reservoir of patience ... and on his. Dr. Neill is a CentralIsland Registered Psychologist. You can reach him at 250752-8684 or through his website www. neillneill.com/contact

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TEAM NEIL COMPTON Neil moved to Port Alberni 30 years ago. He was doing a short-term job in town and fell in love with the Valley. He met and married his wife Debbie here and they purchased their home 25 years ago. At that time, Neil worked in the forest industry. Debbie worked at Cameron Division of M&B for 25 years. When things in the forestry sector started to take a down turn, Neil decided to make a career change, and spent two years upgrading at North Island College. Neil’s hobbies include golfing, gardening and fishing. To just say fishing is a bit of an understatement as Neil is an avid fly fisherman and you will find him and his dog Oban out exploring the rivers and creeks of the area at every opportunity. Neil says he “loves his job at Alberni Toyota and is honoured to work with his crew there.

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Argyle Street post office on chopping block WAWMEESH G. HAMILTON Alberni Valley News

ewer letters, fewer stamp sales and less revenue have prompted Canada Post to question keeping their Argyle Street outlet open, a Canada Post spokesperson said. City council voted to send a letter to Canada Post decrying the possible closure, and also to

ask a Canada Post spokesperson to appear before council to explain the move. Canada Post has initiated a 30-day public consultation period to hear out the impacts of closing the lower Argyle Street outlet, spokesperson Anick Losier said. The process started on March 26 and ends on April 26. Revenue has declined by up to 25 per cent nationally over the last five

years, Port Alberni included, Losier said. “We’re examining all post offices, not just Alberni’s,” she said. Canada Post delivered two million fewer letters per day last year, Losier said. People are communicating with each other and paying their bills online more, she added. “People are sending fewer letters, buying fewer stamps and using the outlet less. We have to

adapt to that new reality by making tough decisions around where mail is delivered.” A special committee is collecting feedback and will got though it before making a decision about operation of the Argyle Street outlet in mid-May. If the outlet is to close, it will do so within 30 days, Losier said. If it closes, its two staffers will be

‘...It sucks. It sucks big time.’

– Cindy Solda absorbed into other operations, and mail can still be delivered at the Valley’s two other outlets: at Fairway Market and Pacific Rim Shopping Centre, five kilometres away.

Canada Post has to be strategic about where it operates outlets, Losier said. “We can’t be open for the sake of being open.” The city isn’t alone in wanting the outlet to stay open, Coun. Cindy Solda said. “The ACRD sent them a letter too,” she said. There was an uproar when the corporation closed its main office on Argyle Street, Solda said. The motive behind

opening the small Argyle Street outlet has to be questioned, she added. “Was it to pacify us and keep us quiet? It sucks, it sucks big time.” Mayor Johnn Douglas said he would be touring the uptown with Canada Post officials on Wednesday, and said he would be discussing the city’s revitalization plans.

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Cafe decked Steampunk Cafe on Third Avenue can build a temporary deck outside its store for the summer. City council okayed the project on April 8.

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Alberni District Co-op Serving the Alberni Valley since 1928

Contest Runs Now Until July 13, 2013

THE GREAT

CAR

GIVEAWAY Alberni District CO-OP is giving away a

BRAND NEW CAR

to one of our members! Not a member? $ Join today for only

190 Keys

to be won!

With each purchase made at either Port Alberni Co-op locations, receive an entry for a chance to win a key for a Ford Fusion. One lucky keyholder will win the Car on July 13th!

Every Friday at 9 am, we will draw 10 winners who will each win a key. Winners will be contacted and names will be published in the Alberni Valley News. Throughout the promotion we will give away 190 keys, You may win more than one key. All entries are good for one week only. We will start fresh each week with a NEW DRAW, so enter often

Key holders must be present at THE GREAT CAR GIVEAWAY EVENT Location and time to be announced

ALBERNI CO-OP GREAT CAR GIVEAWAY ~ Car Draw July 13 • 2012 Ford Fusion ENTRY RULES

Co-op Must be a member membe Entry Ballot MUST include; Full Name, Member Number, Phone Number and Receipt Number rs received Tickets given away at 25 litre increments 1 ticket for each 25L increments 5¢/litre One ticket for each 10.00 in store purchase in 2012 Fuel Delivery - every 100 litres 1 ticket. Tickets will be stapled to invoice. Maximum of 10 tickets Card lock customer can bring in card lock receipt and receive 1 ticket per 25 L. Maximum of 10 tickets Furnace repair and protection plan purchases will receive one ticket. 190 keys Last draw will be July 12. Winners will be notified by phone as the draw is the next day. Spouses can use same number and well as kids under 16. Kids over 16 must get their own membership Each Friday at approximately 9am, 10 names will be drawn for keys which will be provided on the day of the draw. Names will be published in AV Times on Thursdays and letters will be sent to each winner. Each week will be a fresh start; you may win more than once so keep entering. Key winners must attend Key Day. In the event of not being able to attend the letter must contain the name of the proxy. New names are not drawn. ✔ Keys will be selected by key winners and must produce ID. ✔ Co-op employees and anyone living in their household are not eligible to win.

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Community Events

FRI. APRIL 12 ◆ New exhibit at Rollin “Cedar and Sawdust” is the title of the next art exhibit, which features the work of artist Charlotte Bell.

◆ home cooked italian meal at the Italian Canadian Society Hall on Sixth Avenue. Buffet and homemade lasagna dinner with dance to follow. Tix: $25, and are available at

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Enjoy entertainment, refreshments, goodies and a presentation of certificates and service pins. At Echo Centre, starts 1:30 p.m.

MARK’S FLYER HAS ARRIVED.

THUR. APRIL 18

Clip 21, Archie’s Hair Styling, and Capelli’s. Call: 250-724-1724 for info.

WED. APRIL 17 ◆ Sunshine Club Volunteer Tea

◆ A.D. Historical Society A presentation on local weather events. Featured speaker Chris Alemany. At the AV Museum. Starts: 7 p.m. Port Alberni’s Real Estate Experts

◆ Creative Art Play Workshop Learn warmup exercises, character development and performance art. At the Capitol Theatre on Argyle Street. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost: $10 for members; $20 for non-members.

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SAT. APRIL 13 ◆ West Coast Highlanders with Mohr Masala and MacKenzie School of Dance. At Char’s Landing on Argyle Street. From 7-9 p.m. Tix: $10 Kids under 12 $5 at Rollin Art Centre. At door add $3.

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Morgan and Leisa Hassall sign the marriage licence after their wedding ceremony on Saturday, April 6. The pair were married at the Italian Cultural Hall on Sixth Avenue.

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Hockey try-it for girls only Myra Westra and Sophie Vanderlee of the AV Midget Fusion invite girls to join them in a Female Hockey Fun Day April 21 at the Multiplex. The one-day event is for girls five and up who would like to give hockey a try. “It’s a try-it session,” says event organizer and Fusion coach Aaron Vissia.

“It’s an opportunity for those girls who have always wanted to try hockey.” The fun day is free and hockey equipment will be provided. The event takes place from 1-6 p.m. Sunday, April 21. Register at Echo Centre or the AV Multiplex until April 17.

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Miller’s Place

- Made by Juanita and Kelly

Frozen Home-Cooked Meals Senior, Single and Family Portions

We provide specialized catering for: • Luncheons • Dinners • Meetings • Weddings • Memorial Teas • Family Gatherings

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Scene & Heard

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onja Drinkwater’s

Call: 250.723-4306 or 250-723-6399

Ed Marshall with his Mason bees and also his bird houses at Arrowvale on Saturday. Arrowvale Campground and Cottages had Seedy Saturday this past weekend and seen here are Amyah Labreche talking to Stephen Fisher-Bradley about his seeds while Chris Hall and daughter Bella, 9, check out some of the seeds on display.

lla Burrows-Webster, 6, and her sister Sofie, 3, enjoyed their hotdog lunch at Arrowvale on Saturday.

MacDermott’s

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sale ends Jan 31st

Sally Hodgson stocked up on fresh produce at Arrowvale on Saturday.

Weekdays 10 - 5:30

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Annie’s

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Fresh Frozen & Grass Fed Beef Fresh Veggies Available

5344 Argyle Street, Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 1T8

Loving Hands Senior & Community Care

FAMOUS $ 5.00 LUNCH Sat. 10 am - 2 pm

4906 Bute Street Open: Mon.-Fri: 7:30 am 5 pm Tel 250-724-6591 Sat: 8:00 am 4 pm Fax 250-724-5799 Port Alberni, BC

Thank You for your support of our Fashion Show for Ty Watson House Tel: (250) 723-0966 • Fax: (250) 723-4114 • www.boutiquebellesamies.ca

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Games, Puzzles and a whole lot more!

Vivian Wilson enjoying the spin in at Arrowvale Campground and Cottages. If you would like to learn more about spinning or to drop by and bring your needlework they are having another “Spin In” this Sunday from 10 a.m. To 2 p.m. Lunch is available for $5. Bob Collins photo

collins farm/ arrowvale campground

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Lisa HSW, RCA email: lovinghands.seniorcare@gmail.com www.lovinghandsportalberni.weebly.com Phone: 250.735.7300

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Scene & Heard onja Drinkwater’s

Call: 250.723-4306 or 250-723-6399

Josh Dejong is at the wheel of this 2013 Toyota Highlander Hybrid, and with him are sales consultant Elliot Drew, in the back seat, and Connor VanVliet. The test drives that the public took netted Kidsport with funds.

Ty Watson House board members, Jan Cole, Marilyn Oldfield and Lynn Collins, standing left to right, present Linda Bowers of Boutique Belles Amies with a bowl from Pot Luck Ceramics in thanks for her constant fundraising for Ty Watson House.

Mark Norn

Owner/Operator

Sherry Anthony, left, and Patty Edwards continue to show their support of desperately needed affordable social housing. They will be at Harbour Quay on the first Saturday in May, come out and show your support.

Scotiabank manager of personal banking, Val Fjeld, left, and Anne Noel, far right, Scotiabank manager of customer service hold the giant cheque for $1,328. Recipients are the First Open Heart Society represented by Bev Lacey, treasurer, and Axel Tilsted, director of First Open Heart Society. The money was raised through a book and bake sale, with Scotiabank matching funds raised.

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Pat Schellenberg

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The THE Arts ARTS Bell’s paintings featured in new exhibit at Rollin MELISSA MARTIN Arts Around

“Cedar and Sawdust” is our current art exhibit starting Friday, April 12 at the Rollin Art Centre. Cedar and Sawdust features the soft acrylic paintings of artist Charlotte Bell. Her art opens the doors of memory and imagination to explore years of working in, and observing, the coastal forest of British Columbia.

Sing, dance and stomp Barkley Sounds Community Choir, conducted by Bonnie Wallbank presents Let’s Sing, Dance & Stomp on Sunday, April 28 at 2:30 p.m., at Alberni Valley United Church. Tickets are $10 available at Rollin Art Centre (cash only).

Banner project kicks off Children, adults and schools can partake in this great community event. Arrowsmith Rotary Club will be sponsoring the annual city street banner program. There is a $10 registration fee, to cover the cost of supplies. Forms can be picked up at the Rollin Art Centre from Tuesday through Saturday, 11a.m. to 4 p.m. Deadline is May 18. Event is planned for May 23-26 at the Kinsmen Community Centre.

Girls in the attic: really! Portal Players Dramatic Society presents The Attic, The Pearls and 3 Fine Girls at the Capitol Theatre on April 19, 20, 26, 27, May 3, 4, 10, 11.

Strawberry Shortcake See Strawberry Shortcake Live on Saturday, June 8 at 1 p.m., at Alberni District Secondary School auditorium. Tickets are $25 each, available at Rollin Art centre (cash only).

Paint workshop in Whistler The Federation of Canadian Artists presents a five-day painting workshop in Whistler from Sept. 16–21. Four internationally renowned artists— Brent Lynch, Camille

Melissa Martin is the arts administrator for the Community Arts Council.

FRINGE FEST / Are you ready?

Be part of the upcoming Alberni Valley Fringe Theatre Festival.Two local writers are looking for actors for June 21,22,23. There will be 19 shows in this inaugural Fringe Fest; including entries from Victoria, Chemainus, New Westminster, Chilliwack, Quadra Island and Gibsons. Being involved with Fringe as an actor gives you a Fringe Pass to all shows. Jenn Fisher-Bradley has written a play called Connections and needs male/female actors and hand drummers. Audition between 1-3 p.m. Sunday, April 14 at the Main Artery, 4969 Argyle St. Auditions will also be held Sunday, April 21 between 1-3 p.m. for Gwynne Hunt’s

new play ‘Capsules’ — it’s about time. Four women and one man are needed.

There will be eight to 10 rehearsals. For more info on the Fringe or the two

shows above, please call Gwynne at 250723-3331 (Main Artery) or 250-723-7883.

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Audition for Fringe Festival plays

Przewodek, Michael Reardon and Michael Workman—will teach this workshop. Register online at www.artsits.ca or pay a deposit only of $350. Please call 604-681-2744 or e-mail fcaadmin@ artists.ca.

This comedy is the story of the three Fine girls: Jojo Fine – the dowdy academic; Jayne Fine – the successful business shark; and Jelly Fine – the artist. They are reunited on the occasion of their father’s death. Tickets are $15 adults and $13 seniors, available at Rollin Art Centre.

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Cue-ing up the accolades BILLIARDS: | McConnell’s on a tear, collecting both provincial and national titles. SUSAN QUINN ALBERNI VALLEY NEWS

The click-click of the cue ball hitting an object ball and thunking into a pocket on a billiard table has always been satisfying for Maryann McConnell, owner of Alberni Valley Billiards and holder of numerous Canadian snooker and billiard titles. From the first time she spied a billiard table—in the games room at the University of Guelph in Ontario, when she was 24 years old—McConnell has been hooked. She has an honours degree in fine art, but McConnell was always a whiz at physics and math. Eight-ball and its associated games come easy to her. Last week it showed, as she won three

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‘...it’s like a chess game without any squares on the board.’ – Maryann McConnell national titles at the Canadian Two-Sports Association Canadian Championships in Toronto. McConnell won the women’s eight-ball event, placed second in the nine-ball event, third in Scotch Doubles eight-ball, and won two gold medals with her women’s eight- and nine-ball teams too. In February, McConnell won her seventh BC eight-ball championship, the Scotch Doubles title and her ladies’ team

won the women’s eight-ball team event, all in Penticton. She heads to the western Canadian championships, which is the qualifier for 2014, in Calgary in two weeks. Billiards is a skilled endeavour, she says. “It’s not easy to be really, really good. It takes a lot of practice. Skill to begin with is really helpful and having some eye-hand coordination. “I really feel like it’s the perfect pairing of the physical and mental,” she adds. “A lot of people don’t realize it, but it’s like a chess game without any squares on the board. It’s not about making your ball before the other person makes their ball, it’s about playing the eight ball and the cue ball around the

table.” Although she plays on a pub team, billiards “has never been a bar game for me,” McConnell said. “I didn’t even play in a bar for 20 years.” She started in that games room and drove every day to nearby Kitchener, where there was a good pool hall. She played snooker, practicing eight hours a day. She travelled to England to play and at one time was ranked second in the world. McConnell admits she doesn’t travel too much to play eightball anymore: just to the provincials, nationals and western Canadians, as well as a trip to Las Vegas for a big tournament. And even that one is a big “if ” for her this year.

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Shelby Clydesdale, Brittney Savard and Shay-Lee McConnell spent last weekend gaining a new perspective on rep hockey at the bantam level as they participated in the U-16 BC Cup in the Cowichan Valley. The Alberni Valley trio played for Vancouver Island in a pool against teams from the North and Kootenay. The other pool contained two Lower Mainland teams and Okanagan. The Island U-16 girls won their game against Kootenay, lost against the North, and ended up having to play the North again on Saturday

morning. They lost in a very close game, a team spokesperson said, which vaulted them into playing for fifth and sixth against Okanagan on Sunday. The Island girls came from behind to beat Okanagan 6-3 and finish in fifth place in B.C. It was an exciting weekend for both the girls and their families, the team spokesperson said. “It was nice to see so much support from Port Alberni for the three girls who attended. There were numerous family members and friends who made the trip to see the girls play against the finest female bantam players

in B.C. McConnell, Savard and Clydesdale should be very proud of this accomplishment, and now have a better idea of what is required to compete in a high-performance competition. Clydesdale and Savard have hopes of attending the U-18 camp next season and McConnell expects to be at the U-16 competition again. ICE CHIPS...The team forwards a special thank you to Port Alberni Fraternal Order of Eagles, Alberni Valley Rotary Club and Alberni Valley Minor Hockey for their support.

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Badovinac repeats as national wrestling champ Nolan Badovinac, a Grade 10 wrestler with Alberni Valley Wrestling Club, won two national titles at the 2013 Cadet/ Juvenile National Championships in Saskatoon last weekend. Badovinac was one of eight members of Alberni Wrestling at the nationals. Badovinac dominated the competition, winning his second consecutive Cadet (15/16 year old) national title on Saturday. He was undefeated in winning the gold medal in the Cadet Men’s 76-kilogram division. On Sunday, Badovinac followed up his gold medal performance by winning the FILA Cadet Tournament (16/17 year old). “Our national age groups in Canada are different than those internationally,” explained Alberni Coach James Messenger. “As a result they have a separate trials tournament on Sunday to select which wrestlers can

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represent Canada internationally. Nolan steam rolled his competition and won the FILA division too.” The win qualifies Badovinac to represent Canada at the Cadet World Championships in Serbia, Aug. 20–25. Grade 12 athlete Jonathan Spencer wrestled the tournament of his life to win the silver medal in the Juvenile (17/18 year old) Men’s 69 kg division. Spencer won four matches enroute to the finals, where he lost a tough match to Montreal’s Francis Carter (who was selected the tournament’s Most Outstanding Wrestler). “Jonathan wrestled

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national champions and several other medalists all competing at that weight, the Wagners showed why they belong in the top echelons of Canadian wrestling, Messenger said. Jordan took fourth and Jesse sixth at 54 kg. Jordan followed up his placing at uvenile with a bronze medal in the FILA Cadet Trials.

The finish makes him an alternate for the Canadian International team should he have the opportunity to compete. Grade 10 Cadet Michel Kurucz was one match away from placing in the 60 kg Cadet girls division. Kurucz had a solid tournament in her first trip to the nationals as did fellow Cadet wrestlers Remi Wells (58 kg), Eryk

Cardinal-Mckenzie (69 kg) and Dean Leyland (69 kg). “I am very proud with how we ended the season,” Messenger said. “Going into the tournament I had thought we had a good chance at some strong placings. Having four of our eight wrestlers place and to have everyone compete so well was an outstanding way to finish the season.”

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CARRIER OF THE WEEK AUSTIN AUSTIN LAMBERT LAMBERT Austin Austin has has been been delivering delivering to to 40 40 Port Port Alberni Alberni residents residents since since August August 2012. 2012. Austin Austin is is in in Grade Grade 66 and and his his favoufavourite rite subject subject is is P.E. P.E. In In his his spare spare time time he he likes likes riding riding his bike and scooter and his bike and scooter and doing Taekwondo. Austin doing Teakwondo. Austin likes likes to to save save his his route route earnearnings ings and and enjoys enjoys being being outoutside side in in the the nice nice weather. weather. Along with our thanks, Along with our thanks, Austin received some Black Press merchandise and received someWalmart! Black Press merchandise and aAustin $10 gift card from a $10 gift card from Walmart!

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CONCRETE FINISHERS and Form Setters. Edmonton based company seeks experienced concrete finishers and form setters for work in Edmonton and Northern Alberta. Subsistence and accommodations provided for out of town work; Fax 780-444-9165. Jobs@RaidersConcrete.com

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HEALTH DIRECTOR required by Kwakiutl Band Council in Pt. Hardy, VI. Enquire for job description /apply to Casey.Larochelle@kwakiutl.bc.ca or fax 250-949-6066 by midnight on April 30, 2013. P/t (0.7 FTE), salary commensurate with experience. HOME CARE NURSE required by Kwakiutl Band Council in Pt. Hardy, VI. Enquire for job description / apply to Casey.Larochelle@kwakiutl.bc.ca or fax 250-9496066 by April 30, 2013. F/T, salary commensurate with experience. Good benefits.

FULL TIME/PART TIME Class 1 or 3 driver with air, required immediately for Port Hardy. Bulk fuel/off road exp. an asset. Clean abstract. Competitive wage package w/benefits. Send resume by fax to 250-949-6381 or email jdwork@ketacable.net NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

HAIRSTYLIST WANTED. Full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters for their Port Alberni location. Guaranteed $11/hour, 25% profit sharing, paid overtime, benefits, paid birthday, vacation pay, annual advanced training and advancement opportunities. Call 1-866-472-4339 today for an interview.

FINANCE ADMINISTRATOR –including HR Admin, strategic planning, req’d at Kwakiutl Band Council in Port Hardy, VI. Enquire for job description / Apply to manager@kwakiutl.bc.ca or fax 250-9496066 by April 12, 2013. F/T, salary commensurate with experience.

THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: • Coastal Certiﬁed Hand Fallers-camp positions • Coastal Certiﬁed Bull Buckers • 980 Operator-Dryland sort • Grader Operator • Line Machine Operator • Heavy Duty Mechanics Fulltime camp with union rates/benefits. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to office@lemare.ca.

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NICE CUT, Spilt, delivered firewood, $150./cord. (250)724-1247 leave msg. SEALY QUEEN mattress & box spring, barely used, excellent condition, $650. obo. Sectional chesterfield, leather, exc. cond. $1200. obo. Call 250-724-4695 leave msg.

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GREAT LOCATION, great price! 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, desirable location. Quiet dead end street. Updated. $228,500 3945 McBride St., Port Alberni Call 250-724-0223 for more info: www.arrowsmithlistings.ca

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FIREWOOD DRY spilt w/fast delivery. Serving the Alberni Valley 1979. Woodlot Licence #1902. Call (250)720-6329. SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest firewood producer offers firewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.

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LAWN CUTTING, Rototilling, Yard Work and odd jobs. Call Kurt at 250-724-0309.

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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

RENTALS COTTAGES ROOMY, TIDY, nice kitchen, pets allowed, wood or electric heat. Close to Beaver Creek Store. $600. (250)999-0139.

HOMES FOR RENT 1-BDRM HOUSE. $700./mo + utilities, central location. No dogs. (250)723-7229. $226,900. 3-BDRM Rancher Completely updated. 2672 12th Ave, Port Alberni. Please call (250)731-4898.

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PORT ALBERNI: 2 bdrm, 1 bath. Avail. May 1st. 9km from town. Must have own transportation. Non partier, smoking outside. Ref’s req’d. $550/mo + utils. Call (250)724-7240.

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Members of the Alberni Valley Fusion celebrate after winning a silver medal at the Richmond Ice Classic girls’ hockey tournament in Richmond in March. The midget Fusion finished their regular season on a seven-game winning streak.

Academy would develop players From / A3 The academy, which Williams would like to start in the fall of 2013, would run after school during the week and would teach fundamental basketball skills to young players. Williams doesn’t foresee competing with other sports for players, observing that there are athletes who only want to play basketball. “The most important thing I want to pass on is for players to enjoy the game, but to enjoy it the way it is supposed to be played,” he said. Skills would only be part of the program he envisions. “Basketball is meant to be a family

out would think about it.” The ideas require more thought, planning and discussion, he admits. No stranger to camps, Williams went to several in the offseason while growing up in Jersey City. He credits former New York Knicks point guard Stephon Marbury with helping him get into basketball camps. “I’d be gone all summer long at camps. I worked hard night and day on offense and defense so that when I got to school I’d be ready,” Williams said. “Everything I learned I try to pass on now.” Port Alberni’s

environment. Players can be like your brothers and sisters,” he said. “Not every team is like that, but most teams I’ve been a part of have.” Another idea would see kids brought to the Alberni Valley from the United States to study and play basketball, the same way kids come to Port Alberni to play junior hockey and go to school. It would be an opportunity for kids to escape the innercity morass of drugs, crime and lack of opportunity. “Give them a positive environment, make them work hard and give them goals,” he said. “Those that want

hoops past is a beacon to work towards and maybe one day eclipse, Williams said. “Elmer Speidel is a member of our church and he often talks about how this used to be a big basketball town,” Williams said. “If we can find a good core of kids and teach them how to play the right way then we can take it to the next level.” reporter@albernivalleynews.com Twitter.com/AlberniNews

Competition No. Posted: Closing: Status:

13:00S1 April 3, 2013 April 26, 2013 Temporary Full-time (35 hours per week) This position will be dependent upon funding.

Position Summary:

The Summer Family Literacy Worker will work with the Literacy Alberni Society (LAS) to develop and implement a number of summer family and youth literacy projects in the Alberni Valley. As well, the positions will assist LAS to develop literacy curriculum materials and organize those materials for literacy learners. The position may also be responsible for working with volunteers.

Required Education & Experience:

➤ Minimum of two successful years of post-secondary education in a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree – Bachelors degree preferred; ➤ This position is targeted towards aspiring or current BC teachers who would enjoy undertaking some exciting community projects with literacy learners. ➤ As this position is funded through a Service Canada grant, applicants must satisfy the following requirements: 15-30 years old; Canadian citizen; have just completed a full year of post-secondary education; be planning to return to college/university in the fall

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

➤ Good knowledge and understanding of curriculum development as it relates to the unique needs of literacy and ESL learners (both adults and children); ➤ Strong oral presentation skills, with the ability to have fun and generate excitement around learning activities; ➤ Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills, with the demonstrated ability to exercise tact, good judgment and diplomacy; ➤ Self-starter with a strong sense of initiative and self-motivation; ➤ Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to plan and prioritize projects and efficiently meet deadlines; ➤ Ability to demonstrate effective team behaviours such as active listening, sharing, and contributing to shared team goals; ➤ Intermediate level of proficiency with MS Office software (particularly MS Word, MS Publisher, etc.) and advanced ability to use the Internet to find and resource appropriate learning materials; ➤ Excellent written communication skills with the ability to compose correspondence with a thorough knowledge of business English, spelling and punctuation; ➤ Ability/experience to serve as a liaison with community agencies and groups; ➤ Possession of a valid BC Drivers license. ➤ A criminal record check will be required for the successful candidates. Term of App’t: Monday, May 6, 2013 to Friday, August 23, 2013 (16 weeks) Salary Range: $13.50/hr. Location: Port Alberni Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 – 5:00 pm (flexibility will be a necessary part of this position – some evenings and weekends will be required). Interested applicants may receive a full job description by e-mailing charmead@literacyalberni.ca. Please submit a complete resume including names of three professional references and a copy of your transcript(s) to support related education and training by the closing date to: Tom Weegar, President, Literacy Alberni c/o North Island College 3699 Roger Street, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8E3 Fax 250-334-8700 We wish to thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Williams’ faith runs deep Coffee With from / A3 “He taught me to be a man and take care of my family; to be true to my word; and to treat women with respect,” Williams said. A tattoo on Williams’ left forearm cites Thomas’ last words to Harold before he died: “Just

other movies and think ‘Nah, that’s not real,’” he said. Williams reads his bible daily, and he is reading the book Googling God, by Mike Hayes. “Who can think of a title like that?” he asked.

keep pressing. Keep God first in your life and you will always make it. “I got it tattooed so I never forget it,” Williams said. Basketball movies are on Williams’ menu—the best of which he says is Love and Basketball. “I watch some of the

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• 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom • .43 of an acre • Minutes to shopping • Detached carport & shop

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• 2 storey spacious family home • 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths • Fireplace, heat pump • Decks for river front living

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Alberni Valley Chamber of Commerce

Community Excellence Awards 2013 APRIL 18, 2013 Best Western Barclay Hotel Thank You To All Our Sponsors

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Community Excellence Awards Program MASTER OF CEREMONIES ELLIOT DREW Welcome from Chamber of Commerce President Neil Malbon Greetings from Councillor Rob Cole on behalf of the City of Port Alberni Valley Greetings from Chair Cindy Solda on behalf of the Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District

DINNER Presentation in recognition of Mike Carter, retired executive director. Presentation of Excellence Awards: Small Business Excellence Large Business Excellence Enrepreneur of the Year Customer Service Excellence Volunteer of the Year Valley Environmental Award Children and Family Friendly Award Youth of the Year Renovation Award New Construction Award Special Recognition Award Citizen of the Year Award

A note from Pres. Neil Malbon The Alberni Valley Chamber of Commerce is proud to once again honour some of the people and businesses that make the Valley a great place to live. Two new categories: new construction and renovations, have been added to the awards this year to recognize those businesses that continue to invest in the future of our community. We appreciate those that took the time to send in nominations for the awards this year, there were many outstanding nominees to choose from in most categories and the committee had a tough time choosing the ultimate winners. The Community Excellence Awards are a time to celebrate good things in our community. Join in the celebration by congratulating the finalists when you meet them on the street or patronize their business. Congratulations to all.

Introducing Bill Collette If you haven’t met new executive director Bill Collette, you soon will. Bill introduced himself to business in Port Alberni by interviewing local businesses for the business retention survey being conducted by the city. He’ll continue those interviews throughout the year, until he visits nearly every business in town. In the meantime, he has moved into the executive director’s office at the Chamber of Commerce. Coming to Port Alberni from Parksville, Bill has an extensive background in business, including opening and operating a restaurant in Parksville. Now Port Alberni residents, Bill and his wife Jennifer are settling in. Bill enjoys fishing, so it won’t take long to feel at home. Drop by the Chamber office and introduce yourself, Bill looks forward to meeting you!

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Small Business Award Carmoor Cookery

Carmoor’s Cookery Ltd.

Carmoor’s opened in 2008 in the historical Carmoor Building and has been providing fresh meals to go ever since. A family-owned business, Carmoor’s creates fresh meals to go everything from scratch. Carmoor’s is setting the standard for prepared food service and quality. Nominator said: Have you had their cinnamon buns? ‘nuff said!

Vancouver Island Limousine

SteamPunk Café

By all accounts, Steam Punked Café has been a great addition to the Uptown Shopping District. Nominator said: In the short time since Kevin Wright opened his popular coffeehouse in the area, he has become a part of our community; he has already implemented many innovative ideas on how to promote our area and has really worked on a daily basis to achieve those ideas.

Your nomination is greatly appreciated

A regional company serving mid-Island communities, Vancouver Island Limousine calls Port Alberni home. Providing chauffering services to make every event a special occasion. Vancouver Island Limousine also gives back to the community with donations and transportation for fundraising events. Nominator said: Selena donated her limousine for a day for Heroes with Hearts Fundraising Dinner and Dance 2012 and for a day trip to the West Coast as a live auction prize. She even surprised Angel Magnussen by giving her and her friends a ride on her 16th birthday.

Thank You for nominating us

Carmoor’s Cookery Ltd.

3025 3rd Ave Ph. 778-421-3000

250-723-3302

5304 Argyle St. Port Alberni

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Large Business Award Best Western Barclay Plus

Home Hardware

Tseshaht Market Tseshaht Market Gateway to the Pacific Rim

Nominator said: Best Western Barclay Hotel donated their banquet room and helped to create Heroes With Hearts Dinner and Dance 2011 and again in 2012, benefitting Variety the children’s charity and BC Children’s Hospital. They helped Angel Magnussen raise over $10,000 for sick kids at these two events.

After five years at their 3rd Avenue location, Jan and Karen Lavertu at West Coast Home Hardware eased their growing pains in 2012 by moving their to the Alberni Mall on Johnston Road. The move nearly quadrupled their retail space and doubled their workforce. Winners of the 2009 Chamber of Commerce Customer Service Award, West Coast Home Hardware continues to serve the community with a new store and expanded product line.

Tseshaht Market opened in 1979 with just two gas pumps but after a fire that same year, they rebuilt and reopened in 1980. Since then the gas bar and store have both grown and this year a major renovation has recently been completed. Tseshaht market supports Alberni Valley and Aboriginal community events such as Thunder in the Valley, Raise the Reader, and the Bread of Life, Elders conference, Youth in Business conference, Aboriginal Business conferences and Jr Girls basketball team

Nominator said: Home Hardware’s faith in the future of Port Alberni has breathed new life into Alberni Mall and the local economy.

Nominator said: Tseshaht market is an asset to our community whose spirit expands beyond the aboriginal community. They demonstrate how the Aboriginal community can participate in the mainstream economy successfully.

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The Barclay is a full service hotel that welcomes visitors to the Alberni Valley with a comfortable and convenient place to stay. Besides offering accommodations, the Best Western also features the Stamp Café, Pastimes Sports Bar & Grill, conference rooms and a beer and wine store. The Barclay gives back to the community by hosting many events throughout the year.

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Entrepreneur Award Arrowvale Campground & Cottages

Charlene Patterson

Braker Electric ARROWVALE CAMPGROUND & COTTAGES

Commercial • Residential • Industrial

Cliff Braker

Owner for over 20 years

2012 BC Aboriginal Business award winner (2-10 employees)

Whether it’s a spring picnic to visit the goats, a pancake breakfast or learning how to take sap from local trees for syrup, a trip to Arrowvale is always interesting. Bob and Anne Collins their busy farm with others to educate and entertain. As well, they operate their own publishing company featuring three titles written by Bob.

The Company was founded in 1978 by Braker’s father Tinus. Cliff bought out his father in 1992, Ucluelet/Tofino: 250.726.7549 the company had diversifi ed into virtually all segPort Alberni: 250.723.7506 ments of the electrical market, from heavy Cell: 250.720.7988 industry to home construction wiring and repairs. Cliff once told reporters “Just the sight of a truck and a crew at work was often enough to attract new clients.”

Nominator said: Despite family tragedy this year, the Collins have remained opened and welcoming, they work hard and have found innovative ways to share their work and their passion.

Commercial • Residential Industrial Nominator said: This is a company•that has stood the test of time with excellent service and up-to-date expertise.

Cliff Braker

Way to go Arrowvale!

Owner for over 20 years

(2-10 employees) Commercial • Residential • Industrial

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Ucluelet/Tofino: 250.726.7549 Port Alberni: 250.723.7506 Cell: 250.720.7988

Customer Service Excellence Award The Mortgage Group Sharie Marie Franceour

Born and raised in Port Alberni, Sharie runs two very successful businesses; a children’s online clothing company and a mortgage business, and does it all cheerfully while raising her 18-month old daughter. Sharie has been recognized several times for her business excellence and community involvement, and recently was named one of Vancouver Island’s top 20 under 40. Nominator said: With her skills and dedication, Sharie could run her businesses and live and work anywhere she wanted, but she chooses Port Alberni, always thanking the Valley for her success.

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Turning a century-old church into a entertainment and events venue was a tall order, but Charlene Patterson has succeeded in not only creating a venue for arts and entertainment, she has attracted a variety of performers and artists both locally and from around the world. Nominator said: Char’s energy and determination has promoted her business, Uptown and the arts community of Port Alberni.

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We congratulate our client on this nomination Ken Wilkinson

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Tim Hortons

Smitty’s Restaurant / Dave’s Catering

Dani Hovind

Dave Timmins

Dani has worked at Tim Hortons since the store opened 16 years ago. She has extensive training and experience of customer service skills. She shares those skills with her staff at Tim Hortons to ensure quality service. Under her leadership they go above and beyond in helping with community events and involve themselves with all levels of ongoing sports, non-profit organizations, etc. Nominator said: Dani prides herself on serving the public and makes sure that she trains her staff to have the same values.

Congratulations Dani!

We are proud to have you as part of our team

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While running a successful restaurant, Dave and his staff from Smitty’s have done an incredible job catering for groups and organizations in Port Alberni and on the West Coast. No matter the size of the crowd, Dave is courteous and smiling with everyone whether a guest or a staff member. Nominator said: I have been at functions for Pulling Together Canoe Journey, Rotary and many more and have found great food, a dedicated staff of young people and a great mentor in food services in Dave Timmins.

Congratulations to all the finalists!

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Volunteer Award Melody Burton

Bob & Jan Cole

Ron Tramer

Melody was instrumental in starting the ADSS Breakfast Club five years ago that has been credited with improving student attendance rates. Melody has helped to raise funds and awareness to support the program that feeds more than 400 students five days a week. The program has expanded to include a discreet grocery cupboard, hygiene kits and used clothing.

Over the years both Bob & Jan have not only owned, operated and sold one the most successful businesses in town but instead of taking a back seat and retiring they have donated hours and hours to important issues to make this town a better place. Jan is chair of Ty Watson House spending countless hours ensuring that it runs smoothly. Bob is a member of the Chamber of Commerce, The Pacific Salmon Foundation and many other countless committees sharing his vast knowledge of Port Alberni. His latest project of fund raising for the Alberni Bulldogs has been extremely successful. Bob and Jan work as a team.

Nominator said: Melody also does volunteer work with several other groups in Port Alberni.

Nominator said: Bob and Jan volunteer for so many causes one can’t keep track of them however they always deliver on their promises.

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Nominator said: This is a really good organization in our community that has been successful in helping those with addictions and Ron has been a really big part of that success.

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Environmental Award Farmer Bill’s

Eden Tree Farm and Gardening is dedicated to sustainable, local, and organic agriculture. Heather and Peter and their family strive to help others to garden and live more sustainably, offering innovative products, consulting services and educational activities. Take a look around their farm to see how they have creatively recycled and upcycled everyday household items. Nominator said: This is a cool farm, run by people who know their stuff.

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Bill Thomson’s ancestors were among the first to come to the Alberni Valley back in 1890. Hardworking Scotsmen, they carved out a life and a dairy farm for their family. Although no longer a dairy farm, Farmer Bill continues that legacy of working the land with sustainable farming practices and direct to consumer products available at the Farmer’s Market. Nominator said: Farmer Bill’s is an important part of the Valley’s history that continues to support and encourage agriculture in the area in a positive way.

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For more than two decades, Ron has worked tirelessly at the Alano Club, which is a place to help recovering alcoholics and former drug addicts reintegrate into society. In recent years he has served as president of the club.

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Eden Tree Farm

Hetherington Industries provides recycle for automotive and industrial materials including disposal of waste oil, oil filters, used oil bottles, waste antifreeze, absorbent pads, contaminated fuels, waste solvent recovery, battery disposal, waste grease recovery, plastic containers and spill containment products. They also carry a large line of environment-friendly products. Nominator said: Hetherington’s provides a vital service to the valley that keeps industrial materials out of the landfill or water systems.

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Children & Family Award Madho Farms

Anyone who has ever lined up at the farmer’s market for Nash Dahliwal’s blueberries, knows just how big and juicy Madho blueberries are. Operating in South Port, Madho Farm offers u-pick and picked blueberries that they sell locally, out to the West Coast and to Vancouver. They use environmentally-friendly growing techniques and the whole family pitches in at Madho in season. Nominator said: Children and families are the blood of life for Madho Farms. They are encouraged to pick blueberries and the whole family can eat as many berries as they can hold. All get a warm welcome and a smile.

Portal Players

In 2009 Portal Players Dramatic Society began offering after-school classes in Drama and Theatre Studies through the STAGES Youth Theatre Program.Taught by Teresa Drew, with curriculum codeveloped by her sister, Wendy Karpuik, STAGES students learn the ins and outs of stage craft, culminating in two public performances each year. Nominator said: By helping their talent develop at an early age, students have an opportunity to develop a solid groundwork for future endeavours in the performing arts.

Kids in Port Alberni love to Get Slammed on Pro D days or at week-long summer camps operated by West Coast Slam. Using what he learned in the Royal Navy, Gary Spencer-Smith and his great crew have developed fun activities to teach kids skills, confidence and leadership. Slam is also inclusive, working with their sponsors to make sure every child has the opportunity to Get Slammed if they want to. Nominator said: Kids love the outrageous and fun games at the great SLAM summer camps.

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Youth Award Jordie Bodnar

Jordie is a dedicated athlete who has earned consecutive five-time girls wrestling champion for her weight class, a feat never accomplished by anyone else.

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Denaye Edgar

Denaye is involved is several sports and is a huge part of our school community. She also helps with coaching the Junior Girls Basketball team.

Ezra Tsai

Grade 12 student Ezra is an amazing role model, who is attending public school for the first time, while taking two courses at North Island College. Ezra is also a highly successful member of the senior Leadership Class, is involved in sports, maintains a straight A average and is a lifeguard and swimming instructor outside of class.

Congratulations to all our Youth ~ Ken McRae ~

Way To Go! Good Work!

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Renovation Award Tseshaht Market

Gayle’s Fashions

Valley Vision Tseshaht Market Gateway to the Pacific Rim

After almost 30 years on 4th Avenue, Gayle Stephen-Player moved down the hill to Argyle and Kingsway, renovating the location into a chic shop for women. Gayle and her daughter Rebecca expanded their space with style using local contractors and having their front counter custom built from a beautiful wood slab from McLean Mill. Nominator said: The style Gayle’s offers women on the racks is now reflected by the store itself.

Congratulations on your nomination

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The renovation at Tseshaht Market has created a showpiece of First nations art that is functional and welcoming. Built with local contractors, including the beautiful large etched windows, the new building has expanded the market’s space, adding a bright coffee-shop style seating area.

Valley Vision is as innovative on outside as it is on the inside. Using the latest technology, the staff at Valley Vision strive to provide individualized care that both educates and assures patients they are receiving the best eye care solutions. The renovation of the building on Redford has made a simple visit to the optometrist a visual treat.

Nominator said: Tseshaht Market is such a beautiful venue that both locals and visitors will not be able to resist dropping in to check it out.

Nominator said: The building adds to the look of community when coming into town via Redford Street; great look inside.

Alberni Glass, proud suppliers of the windows to Tseshaht Market would like to congratulate them on their nomination of New Construction.

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New Construction Award West Coast Medical Center

RABINDER DHILLON

Alberni Valley Seniors Citizens Homes Society

North Island College

Culinary

Nominator said: This beautiful building provides convenience while making patients feel welcome.

“Your project is our Business”

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North Island College invested in the future by expanding their Culinary Arts Program and building a facility to house it. Now students learn their craft in a state-of-the-art kitchen and serve lunch in a spacious dining room. The group also offers catering on request. Nominator said: Definitely worth stopping in for a tour and lunch.

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This one-stop health centre officially opened its doors in February. The centre, which includes a walk-in clinic, Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy and Life Labs, was the project of local doctors, Marc Puts and Damian White. The 7,800 square foot building includes local wood from Nagaard Sawmill and local labour was used by contractor West Beaufort Construction.

The Alberni Valley Seniors Citizens Homes Society has been working hard to replace their old, severely outdated, cottages. The man behind the project has been long-time society president Ernie Bigelow.The society now has 10 four-unit cottages with completely self-contained suites built to high standards via the lead of Bill Goorts Contracting. There is also a separate 1 unit rental cottage that was initially designed as a caretaker suite but that is currently rented. Currently there is a five to seven year wait list for these units. Nominator said: These units look great inside and out, a real asset to the seniors and the community.

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Special Recognition Award Ken Barlow

Nuu-chah-nulth Economic Develop Corporation Ken Barlow isn’t just a well-known businessman in Port Alberni. When he isn’t busy operating Barlow’s Home Entertainment Centre, he is busy with the Kinsmen. Ken has also been active in many community organizations including the West Coast Hospital Foundation and Gyro Club. He also served two terms on the Port Authority Board of Directors.

Murray Lawlor and his staff at Coombs Country Candy are the first welcome many arriving in the Valley receive. And what a sweet welcome with locally made ice cream, chocolate and popcorn. Often Murray himself is stirring the big copper candy kettle. But Murray takes his welcome outside the Valley too, sharing his sweets at events in other communities all over the island and on the Lower Mainland. At home he gives back to the community with yummy and fun Easter and Christmas events.

The NEDC Nuu-chah-nulth Economic Develop Corporation has earned national recognition for their work, more than tripling their original seed funding while helping people start or expand a business. The NEDC gives back to the community by contributing all administrative costs of community program. As well NEDC sponsors many events.

Nominator said: Ken really cares about the community where he does business.

Nominator said: Murray is indeed an ambassador for the Alberni Valley.

Nominator said: They have an excellent track record for delivering programs…

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Citizen of the Year Award Barbara Ann Kalugin

Jack James

Jack has been the driving force behind the spar tree and steam donkey at McLean’s Mill. He has put many hundreds of hours into building the donkey sled and heel boom and is one of very few people left who have the knowledge to do these things. He has been a resident of the valley for many years.

Whether in a cast or not, nothing stops Barb from helping people. Not only does she belong to the Kinette Club of Port Alberni, but if anyone or anything needs help of any kind, Barb will be there and if she can’t help, she will find folks who can and will.

Thank You for the nomination and Congratulations to all other nominees Sponsored by

Arrowsmith Rotary

Dan Washington

Dan epitomizes what community involvement and volunteerism means in a community. He has been a Kiwanis member for over 30 years taking the role of president four times. Through his involvement the Our Town Youth Program began in 1992. As well, Dan has been the president of Salmon Festival 16 of the past 41 years.

Congratulations to all the finalists!

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