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Transgender girl seeking legislative support Renee Andor Record Staff

Ten-year-old Harriette Cunningham has known she is a girl since she could “actually process things,” but her identification says she is a boy. With her grandmother Cathie Dickens’ help, the Comox Valley transgender girl has launched a campaign to push for changes to B.C. laws so that her identification can reflect her gender, rather than her sex. “I believe Harriette has a civil right and a human right to have her gender that she expresses herself in marked on her only identification,” says Dickens of Cunningham’s birth certificate. Cunningham says she is questioned about how her appearance differs from what’s listed on her passport, which is based off what’s listed on her birth certificate, whenever she crosses the border to visit Dickens in her Palm Springs home. “I feel really quite insecure when people are glaring at me and staring at me, and they’re questioning me,” says Cunningham. “And I want to explain myself, but then again I think I shouldn’t really have to because everybody else doesn’t have to.” Border crossings are not the only situation that makes Cunningham anxious because of her identification. “Whenever my mom signs me up for something, like an activity for school

or gymnastics or sports, or dance, they just show the birth certificate and then they have to do a big explanation,” continues Cunningham. According to B.C. law, people must have sexual reassignment surgery before they can change their sex designation on their birth certificate. Dickens notes Ontario laws now allow a person’s sex designation to be changed without surgery, after a Human Rights Tribunal ruling last year, which found the need for surgery discriminatory. “Australia has an ‘indeterminate’ on their passport, and now Germany has ‘indeterminate’ on their birth certificates,” said Dickens as she questions why a person must choose male or female on their identification at all, and points out hermaphrodites are born without a clear male or female sex. She and Harriette sent letters to more than 40 MPs and MLAs pushing for changes to the law. They have a tentative date to meet with Comox Valley MLA Don McRae later this month. Dickens notes an argument some will make is that Cunningham may want to change her gender back at a later point, like when she hits puberty. Harriette was born as Declan Cunningham, but has now officially changed her name to Harriette. The Grade 5 student says she first started telling people she was a girl in Grade 2, and she started school last

HARRIETTE CUNNINGHAM, 10, and her grandmother Cathie Dickens hope to meet with Comox Valley MLA FIND YOU Don McRae later this month to push for legislated changes to the Province’s identification laws.

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UP IN SMOKE Although this barn was destroyed late Saturday night, Oyster River Fire Rescue was able to save an adjacent building. Officials said the cause of the blaze in the 8300 block of the South Island Highway is being investigated, although there’s a report indicating wet hay spontaneously combusted. PHOTO COURTESY OYSTER RIVER FIRE RESCUE

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areas A, B and C. Royston residents already receive garbage collection. According to the latest CVRD survey conducted in June, rural residents strongly support a roadside collection program that covers garbage and recycling. A program for yard waste and food scraps yielded a lower level of interest.

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More than two million Syrian refugees have fled their country, and over one million of those are children, according to United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. A further four million people are displaced in Syria. Of the fled refugees, about 80,000 are squished into Domiz Syrian Refugee Camp, which is in Iraq near the Syrian border. Comox doctor Saren Azer volunteered at the camp last October, and understands the need for medical supplies. “It is very dire. The camp was originally built for 8,000 to 12,000 people,” says Azer, noting about 40,000 were living at the camp when he was there. “Now, I’ve heard that that number has grown to about 80,000. “So, 80,000 people are packed into two square kilometres — literally extremely crowded, really poor sanitation, pretty much no hygiene and a lack access to clean water. “There is only one medical clinic that has one physician that works from 9 (a.m.) to 5 (p.m.) so literally there’s barely any medical care, so dire, dire situation, and a large number of unnecessary deaths — malnutrition, infectious diseases, pneumonia, meningitis, gastroenteritis, illnesses are widely spread.” Azer’s non-profit International Society for Peace and Human Rights (ISPHR) launched a Medical Hope for Syria campaign, which aims to raise

$39,000 by the end of this month in the Comox Valley. This money would purchase, and pay for the shipping of, 50 Physician Travel Packs, which are suitcase-sized boxes that can treat up to 600 children and adults. “That’s enough to help 30,000 patients, so that’s a huge amount of assistance,” adds Comox Valley campaign volunteer Julie Angus, who is part Syrian and has family living in Syria. Angus notes a philanthropist has offered to match any funds raised by ISPHR so if $39,000 were raised in the Valley, 100 Physician Travel Packs could be sent. “And because we’re working with the charity Health Partners International, every dollar (raised) gets $10 worth of medical supplies, so it really is going a long way,” she continues, noting the entire campaign is volunteer driven so every cent raised goes towards the cause. “What we’re trying to do is make positive change for the people who have been most affected by this war, which is the civilians,” she says, noting her father moved from Syria to Canada when he was 20 and she has cousins, aunts and uncles living in Aleppo, Syria. “They’re in the middle of the war zone so they’ve witnessed horrible things,” she explains, as she admits she worries about them. “The windows in their home have been shot out, there’s major food shortages, there’s no fresh water, there’s no electricity, the kids

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haven’t been in school for pretty much two years — it’s the middle of a war zone. The terror that people in Syria are facing is, you know, beyond words in some cases.” Last February, ISPHR sent 50 Physician Travel Packs to the Domiz Camp, and the medicine in those packs saved hundreds, maybe thousands of lives, according to ISPHR’s website. Azer recently heard

the camp has run out of medical supplies, and “the graveyard at the camp is getting larger and larger.” Each pack costs $575 and contains nearly $6,000 of medicine and supplies. After purchasing the packs, ISPHR co-ordinates the delivery, ensuring the packs reach the camp’s health centre. ISPHR calls on community groups and individuals to join their

fundraising efforts. Organizations can contact Lynn Foster, ISPHR executive secretary, at fosterlf@shaw.ca or 250650-7763 to receive a fundraiser package or make a donation. Donations can be sent to 162 Manor Pl., Comox, B.C. V9M 1C6. More information is available at www.peaceandhumanrights.org. writer@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Former Comox councillor Gary Richardson was seriously injured in a Sept. 9 highway collision south of Nanaimo but is recovering at a Vancouver burn treatment unit. Richardson was the lead driver of an RV convoy on its way to a campsite near Duncan. It appears his southbound motorhome collided head on with a car that had crossed the centre line on the Island Highway near the turnoff to the Duke Point Highway shortly after 11:15 a.m. The driver of the car — Ryan James Jackson, 20, of Nanaimo — died at the scene. It was not clear why he was driving on the wrong side of the highway. “Gary was actually trapped in the vehicle for a bit of time,” Comox fire chief Gord Schreiner said this week. Richardson’s travel companions used an extinguisher to put out a fire that had started in the engine compartment. They also pulled Richardson from the wreckage. He suffered burns to his legs and feet. He is undergoing skin grafting in hospital. To his understanding, Schreiner said Richardson will recover but with “some long-term issues.” Richardson is a longtime Valley resident who served a couple of terms on Comox council. He also chaired the Comox Fire Protection District, an elected group that looks after Area B. “He’s a super nice man and a good part of the community for many years,” Schreiner said.

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facility on Headquarters Road. However, the committee of the whole chose to meet in camera before further considering the matter, which has twice come before the board in recent months. An engineering report shows that parts of the facility and its equipment are failing. The building is plagued by a leaky roof, a failing ice plant and concrete slab in need of replacement. The club spends thousands of dollars each year on repairs and maintenance. The rink was built in the late-1950s with additions constructed around 1972 and 1988. The club had entered a mortgage but is now under a lease agreement with the Comox Valley Regional District. The report suggests minimum repairs would cost about $683,000, while constructing a new building would exceed $10 million. While the former is a ‘Band-Aid’ solution, building a

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new facility “may be hard to justify for 500 athletes using a facility for six months of the year,” acting CAO Ian Smith states in a report. “Somewhere in between lays a solution. It is inevitable that without the renovation to the rink, curling will cease to exist in the Comox Valley.” Along with an AAP, Smith recommends the club contributes $100,000 — which is to be maintained in a reserve fund. Club president Jack Holden and manager George Goodwin had first approached the board about borrowing $6.5 million. “We have to be a bit realistic and realize money’s pretty tight,” Holden said. “It’s not as much as we wanted, but basically it will keep curling going in the Valley if we get the ice bed in and a new ice plant.” Besides curlers, Holden notes other

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Comox Valley registered midwife Katie McNiven Gladman will again work as a locum midwife at St. Joseph’s General Hospital after a recent decision by the hospital board. “This decision comes after 7.5 months of discussions between myself and SJGH, and after an astounding and heart-warming display of community support,” says Plum Midwifery’s McNiven Gladman on her website, www.katiethemidwife.com. “I am truly grateful for all the words of support and encouragement that kept me motivated, and demonstrated a strong support for access to midwifery care in the Comox Valley.” St. Joseph’s board of directors made the decision late last week to grant McNiven Gladman’s application for locum privileges at the hospital. This decision comes

after the midwife’s application was denied earlier this year based on a “lack of collegiality,” which hospital president and CEO Jane Murphy at the time said points to the inter-relationships staff have with each other at the hospital. She would not comment on McNiven Gladman’s application in particular. In response to the rejection, supporters of midwifery services in the Valley rallied around McNiven Gladman. A petition to St. Joseph’s was signed by 1,200 people, and there was a well-attended rally in front of the hospital in June. Murphy says midwifery “is an active and integral part” of the hospital, which is “completely supported” by the hospital, in a written statement. “We are pleased to announce that Ms. Kathryn McNiven Gladman has fulfilled the board requirements for locum midwifery privileges with our hospital,” she continues. According to her website, McNiven Gladman previously held long-term locum privileges at St.

the patient is transferred. Though McNiven Gladman chose not to be interviewed about the matter, she thanked her supporters on her website, www.katiethemidwife. com, and notes she will be taking some time off from work in the future. “I am expecting my first baby later this fall, and as I settle into preparations and ‘nesting’ for the new and exciting journey of parenting, it means so much to have this issue resolved, and to look forward to continuing to live and work in this wonderful community

REGISTERED MIDWIFE KATIE McNiven Gladman’s application for locum privileges at St. Joseph’s General Hospital was approved by the hospital board last week. The board reconsidered her application after denying it in January. FILE PHOTO Joseph’s but gave them up voluntarily when she left the Valley to work in Vancouver for four months. McNiven Gladman is a midwife in good standing with the College of Midwives of B.C. Locum privileges are designed to provide relief to medical professionals like physicians, dentists

or midwives who have active privileges at a hospital. When those with active privileges are away locums can step in. Particularly, in the case of midwives, it means a midwife delivering a patient’s baby in their home can attend that patient at the hospital if something goes wrong during the home-birth and

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Secondary students these days have flexibility Comox Valley parents and students who are considering distributed learning options may want to consider cross-enrolment, an option that allows students to attend high school classes and take one or more of their academic courses online through Navigate (NIDES). This flexibility allows students and school counsellors to put together a schedule that balances the curriculum and makes room for electives. When students taking an online course do require the support of a qualified B.C. teacher, a classroom or computer lab referred to as an Independent Learning Centre (ILC), is made available within local high schools where students can ask questions to get the direction they need, work on projects, or take an exam. The ILC time is scheduled just as any other course block, but allows students the flexibility to learn independently. Comox Valley students can access an ILC at any of the local high schools: GP Vanier Secondary, Mark R. Isfeld Secondary, or Highland Secondary. Comox Valley teacher Heather Corman, who will support learners in the Mark Isfeld ILC this year, has seen the benefit of encouraging students to learn independently even in a regular classroom setting. Several years ago, she implemented her own classroom blog titled Corman’s Corner, where students could access study notes, homework assignments, and course information at any time. Her students could also submit assignments online through Google docs and e-mail her to ask questions. Corman’s experience supporting this type of independent learning style will be of great benefit to students who cross-enrol with Navigate and access the ILC. “This is a very flexible learning style that encourages personal responsibility, and balances structure with independence,” explains Corman. “When students know that they can access information at a time when they are ready to focus on it, their stress level is reduced, which results in a more positive and rewarding

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Bad golf, tears, fundraising More than 60 golfers do their part to battle cancer

Longlands Golf Course held its second annual Golf Fore The Cure event last week, raising more than $800. The warm weather and great cause — the fight against breast cancer — brought out more than 60 golfers ranging in age from eight to 80 to the local par-three course. “The event was a great success, what a wonderful way to end the ladies nights for the season,” said Donna Smith, event coordinator. It was an evening of some good and bad golf, a great dinner, a few tears, and lots of fun prizes. Course regular Heather Gaines won the contest for Most Creative Pink Outfit and Anna Robitaille won the huge gift basket by donation. Many others took home draw and auction prizes donated by local business sponsors Pepsi, Sysco Foods, B&C Foods, Investors Group, and Vancouver Island Brewery. The hole-in-one prize of a 2014 Longlands season pass went unclaimed. Golf Fore The Cure is a national program to raise funds and awareness in the fight against breast cancer

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the oldest player was close to 80 years — how awesome is that! We ended up having to close the entire course due to the number of participants who came from as far away as Campbell River and Parksville,” recalled Marty. After a few weeks to wind down, preparations will begin to start co-ordinating next year’s event. — Longlands Golf Course

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The FORCE Society for Kids’ Mental Health is collaborating with Lake Trail Neighbourhood Connections to provide parents and caregivers an opportunity to meet monthly for In the Know networking sessions. These sessions are provided at no cost and are designed to assist parents with the mental health challenges they often face with their children. Information at each In The Know session is presented live and/or through a webinar by a topic expert, followed by a networking time for parents. The first In The Know session this school year will take place Sept. 24 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Lake Trail School with guest speaker Debbie Bowman. Bowman is a mother, wife and registered holistic nutritionist. This session, Promoting Mental Health Through Nutrition, will provide participants with information about the link between mental health and nutrition and tips for parents on how to promote our children’s mental health through their food choices. After September’s session, Colleen Clark, Parent in Residence for the FORCE, will facilitate each In the Know session at Lake Trail School on the third Tuesday of the month from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. October to June. Colleen is excited to collaborate with Lake Trail Neighbourhood Connections, and hopes that the In the Know sessions will bring together more families from all over the Comox Valley. And that these sessions will be another means for engaging our community in conversations about mental health and mental illness. The FORCE Society for Kids’ Mental Health is a provincial, non-profit organization that provides families and professionals with information, tools and tips on how to support and assist children with mental health challenges. For more information about In The Know sessions or the FORCE, e-mail colleen@forcesociety.com. . — FORCE Society for Kids’ Mental Health

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RANDY KENNETT FACILITATED a training session in 2012 at the Diversity Lives Here Conference.

Racism resisted here Residents in the Comox Valley and Campbell River are invited to become part of the MythBusters Action Team, working to eliminate racism in their communities. An initiative of the Immigrant Welcome Centre to reduce discrimination, the MythBusters Action Team training sessions have already started in Campbell River, and are about to begin in the Comox Valley. The first Comox Valley training session is scheduled for Sept. 27 at 9 a.m. The training session runs 2.5 hours and registration is required, as seating is limited. The sessions are free, open to the public, and participants will receive a lapel pin in recognition of their participation in the program. “One of the greatest paths to success with reducing discrimination is through understanding each other, not interpretation,” said Randy Kennett, facilitator of both workshops and the director of Hone Consulting in Victoria. “Our training is one of the foundational courses offered by the MythBusters Action Team established by the Immigrant Welcome Centre. Participants will have the opportunity to understand how

they filter, evaluate and associate what they perceive. “When people are aware of the impact of points of view and beliefs, and take an intentional approach to being open-minded, they are more respectful of other people and their differences.” The Action Team is part of the Welcoming Communities Program, which is funded by the Province of B.C. It was created to ensure that all residents have equal access to services in those communities. It was also created to connect people from diverse backgrounds. Anyone with suggestions for future training sessions can contact Vienna Yeung with their ideas. To register for sessions, visit www.immigrantwelcome.ca/ mythbusters-training-campbellriver-and-comox-valley. The Immigrant Welcome Centre serves the Comox Valley, Campbell River and the North Island, providing services to immigrants to help them integrate and settle into Canada. Over 600 clients have been served in the past year, as immigration continues to bring innovative and skilled newcomers to the community. — Immigrant Welcome Centre

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DENMAN ISLAND VOLUNTEERS found more than two tons of shellfish industry debris during the 2012 Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup. 136,000-plus kilograms of shoreline litter, reflecting the high level of need for more help this year. As with every year, site co-ordinators will catalogue which litter items will be collected in the highest numbers on Canada’s shorelines.

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and DJ Skian are volunteering their services to play a show at the Waverley Hotel with all proceeds going to livingoceans.org.” Trent Falls, Nymph Falls, Barber’s Hole, the Medicine Bowls, Goose Spit and Lil Mexico are among the Comox Valley recreation sites that Brown hopes people will tidy this Saturday starting at 10 a.m. “Let’s all get together and help to preserve her (Comox Valley’s) beauty by cleaning up some of the rubbish left after another great summer. We will be out for a day of cleanup with a focus on the shorelines and rivers. “From the Plateau to Trent Falls, Gartley Point to Goose Spit, pick your favourite swimming hole and let’s get together and have a time polishing our paradise.” Brown praises local businesses for supporting the project. “We’ve got a ton of spon-

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HEATING VENTILATION AND air-conditioning specialist Lance Petty has added to his expertise at Torry and Sons Plumbing and Heating in the Comox Valley.

Torry and Sons Plumbing and Heating is one of the first plumbing and heating contractors in the Comox/ Strathcona region to have a certificate of achievement in the Built Green Builder Training. Lance Petty — a heating, ventilation and air-conditioning specialist — has added a new dimension to his list of certifications. Becoming a Built Green member in B.C. requires an intensive training course through the Canadian Home Builders Association with a passing grade of 80 per cent or higher. Petty achieved a whopping 90 per cent on this program. Built Green homes have less of an environmental impact than traditionally built homes because, by design, they conserve water, energy and other natural resources. They are energyefficient and use recycled or renewable products and materials. It creates opportunities for buildings to be healthier for the occupants and the environment. The emphasis is to look at the entire house as a cohesive system as opposed to individual working components of the house.

Simple energy saving tips Reducing energy usage is a good way to help the environment and save money along the way. Saving energy can be done in a variety of ways, many of which do not require significant effort can lead to significant savings. • Stop using the dishwasher to dry the dishes. A dishwasher is a modern convenience few people feel they can live without. While you don’t need to give up the dishwasher entirely to save money, it’s important to note that many dishwashers use more energy to dry the

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• Don’t go to extreme temperatures. Arriving home to a house that’s especially cold or warm inspires many people to turn their thermostats way up or down in an effort to heat or a cool the home more quickly. This forces the unit to work harder and use more energy. Instead of taking such an extreme approach, invest in a heating or cooling system that allows you to set the temperature in advance so the temperature inside your home is pleasant when you walk through the door.

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Living in a Built Green home ensures environmentally effective use of building materials, enhances health and productivity, long-term economic returns, lower electric and water utility costs, and reduced environmental impact. Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. provides a 10-per-cent refund on mortgage premiums and longer mortgage amortization for homes that reach an EnerGuide rating of 80 or higher.

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The Torry and Sons Built Green certification provides additional competency to assist a home builder with mechanical design to ensure the homeowner gets exactly the type of Built Green house they are seeking while taking into account budget and the level of achievement desired. For more information on Built Green call 250-7034889. — Torry and Sons Plumbing and Heating

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the seeds and then you’ll be stuck with weeds in the compost — and wherever you place that compost. Moisture is essential to the compost. Each time you add new material to the compost bin, dampen it. It should be moist but not dripping. Adding a balance between greens and browns should help regulate the moisture level as well. Remember, during warmer months, the compost may dry out more, so you will need to be on top of the moisture levels. The composting process works best at temperatures between 120 and 150 F. The compost will generate its own heat as matter is broken down. However, the heat of warm months can speed up the process. Novice composters may want to begin their composting in the summer as a first attempt. Hot composting piles can be turned into soil fertilizer in as little as 8 to 10 weeks. Therefore, plan your composting start date accordingly. Soon after you may have a naturally sustainable garden that produces material enough to continually feed your existing compost pile.

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The Comox Valley Transition Society is again offering an Oasis Group for women who have experienced abuse and are currently challenged by addiction. Women who use alcohol or drugs often have

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Come to Victory Day event with success stories What would the Comox Valley look like today if people had not fought so hard to protect it? What would the Tsolum River, once officially declared “dead” and today teeming with thousands upon thousands of salmon, look like if hundreds of volunteers had not worked for the past 20 years to bring it back to life? What would our watersheds look like today without local streamkeeper groups? What type of urban sprawl would we be facing without the efforts of hundreds of citizens participating in community planning? “A heck of a lot uglier and dirtier, more chaotic and disorganized, less peaceful and more frantic,”

says Kel Kelly, a spokesperson for the Peaceful Direct Action Coalition (PDAC). “The beauty of this community is built upon the efforts of thousands of ordinary people achieving extraordinary things. “Everyone who arrives here remarks on how unspoiled the Valley is,” says Kelly, “but not everyone knows about the tremendous efforts that have been made to keep it that way.” To celebrate these small and large accomplishments, the coalition is hosting Victory Day, a celebration of community successes, this Saturday at the K’ómoks Band Hall on the Dyke Road. The event kicks off at 9 a.m.

The goal of the gathering is to create a time map of all of the successes that have been achieved in the community over the past six decades. After hearing inspiring stories of victory from a broad range of ordinary Valley folk, people will be asked to share their stories of battles waged and won, whether for their family, on their street or in the bigger world. “People don’t get and give enough credit to the accomplishments of ordinary people,” says Kelly, “but when you add up all that we do as a community, the results are staggering. “Whether it’s creating a lunch program at your local school, pro-

tecting a stream in your backyard, saving a local forest, or pulling invasive plants, many, many of us are involved in making our community stronger, safer and more beautiful. We have a lot of victories to celebrate.” The community map of successes will be a first for the Comox Valley. To date no efforts have been made to put all of this information together into one place. Victory Day is open to everyone in the community, regardless of age. “Some amazing things are being accomplished by our young people, some of them very young,” says Kelly. “We have lots of seniors that continue to make

our community better every day, and lots of people in between. We invite everyone in the community to join us for this celebration.” The Peaceful Direct Action Coalition was founded three years ago to educate and inform on civil rights and to build stronger relationships between active community groups. To date, the membership is comprised of 19 organizations. There is no charge for the Victory Day event. Food will be provided. Activities begin this Saturday at 9 a.m. at the K’ómoks Band Hall. — Peaceful Direct Action Coalition

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Some medical residents staying close to home Higher number of doctors in training where they are needed

Keeping things local, two recent graduates of the Island Medical Program who are Vancouver Island born and raised are undertaking their residencies in Comox at the Strathcona Family Practice. “I grew up in Black Creek and my family still lives there so it’s great to be back,” says Tyler Falk. “I am also excited to work in family practice, which gives me the opportunity to be more of a generalist and work in a variety of areas. I definitely hope to live and practise medicine in the Comox Valley.” The UBC Faculty of Medicine has spent the past decade transforming medical education in B.C. by increasing the number of doctors in training, and placing these trainees in communities where doctors are needed most. Three new postgraduate residency programs on Vancouver Island, including the new Strathcona Family Practice site in Comox, as well as

the residencies in Internal Medicine and Emergency Medicine (located at Island Health facilities) are the latest examples of how this vision is being fulfilled. These new programs follow a number of other postgraduate medical residency programs established on Vancouver Island in just over a decade. Glenn Keyes is also a medical resident at the Strathcona Family Practice site. Growing up in Victoria, the Island Medical Program was a good fit and he liked the idea of staying on the Island for his residency and working in a smaller community. “I liked the way this program was designed, it allows me to get handson with patients across a number of different disciplines,” says Keyes. “The community has been so supportive as well — they have really opened their arms to us.” Both Falk and Keyes noted that a family practice in a smaller community gives them the opportunity to get to know their patients better and to follow them through their care needs.

“Every day is diffe- these Island-trained phyrent,” says Keyes. “In one sicians will settle in our day last week I saw a region to provide much patient in psychiatric care, needed primary and speciassisted in surgery, helped alist care.” deliver a baby and worked Postgraduate medical with the pediatrician; you residency programs estamight not get blished on this breadth of Va n c o u experience in a ver Island I grew up in busy urban cen- Black Creek and include tre.” the NanaiThere are my family still mo Family over 100 post- lives there so it’s Practice graduate medi- great to be back. postgraducal residents ate traitraining on the I am also excited ning site, Island, more to work in famthe Vanthan double ily practice, which couver the number in sland gives me the oppor- IPsychiatry 2004 when the UBC Faculty of tunity to be more postgraduMedicine began of a generalist and ate traiexpansion of work in a variety of ning site, medical educatithe Interareas. on in B.C. national “These postTyler Falk M e d i c a l graduate traiGraduaning programs te Family not only offer an oppor- Practice site, the Aborigitunity for graduates of nal Family Practice site the Island Medical Pro- and the Royal College gram to continue their first-year specialist traimedical training on Van- ning program. The long-established couver Island, they also attract recent graduates Victoria Family Practifrom other programs,” ce site has been training says Dr. Oscar Casiro, medical residents as famiregional associate dean, ly doctors for a number of Vancouver Island, UBC years. — Vancouver Island Faculty of Medicine. “I am Health Authority confident that many of

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Tour food production in suburbs FEEL KALE POWER by coming to a community potluck this Sunday at Lake Trail Middle School.

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Harvest is a time to gather together to party and feast, renew old connections and make new friends, savour the abundance of fresh, homegrown food, and delight in the beauty of the changing seasons. You are welcome at Lake Trail Middle School for a community potluck this Sunday from 4:30 to 7 p.m. to help celebrate the harvest and the start of the new school year. Bring the family, bring your friends, bring your neighbours for an evening of food, fun, storytelling, music and song. Local favourite Kazimea Sokil will be on hand to lead a participatory singalong. Look for signage in the hall. Bring a dish to share, your own plate and cutlery, and enjoy fresh foods harvested from our community school garden. Feel the kale power! For more information, or to volunteer to help with food harvesting and preparation, you can like Lake Trail Neighbourhood Connections on FaceBook or e-mail Elaine at elaine.codling@gmail.com. — Lake Trail Neighbourhood Connections

Comox Valley Growers and Seed Savers (CVGSS) are hosting their 2013 Garden Tour this Saturday, starting at 10 a.m. Meeting at Maple Park in Courtenay (18th and Grieve), the tour will visit one garden in Courtenay then four in Comox. Each of these unique, inspiring gardens demonstrates the beauty of highly productive food gardening in the suburbs. Two of

these gardens were on the tour several years ago, and it is exciting to see their progress in such a short time. “For this year’s tour, we are focusing on suburban food gardens,” says Susan Holvenstot, a CVGSS board member. “Across North America, more and more suburbanites are converting their front lawns to food gardens; growing healthy organic fruit and veggies for themselves and their neighbours.

The monthly tea party is back. The popular group is a great way to meet people from around the globe, including Britain, Australia and South Africa. Enjoy complimentary delights. The event provides the Immigrant Welcome Centre with an opportunity to gain better understanding of how to effectively tailor its services to English-speaking immigrants. The next tea party

will be co-hosted at the Zocalo Café. The café is the perfect place with a mission to “provide Courtenay with a comfortable environment for people to come together, eat, share, and be social.” The Tea party will take place at 208 Fifth St. on Sept. 19 at 3 p.m. For more information, contact 250-3386359 or Nina.Poljak@ ImmigrantWelcome.ca. Registration is recommended and appreciated. — Immigrant Welcome Centre

“Why water, weed and fertilize a lawn when you could be growing fresh strawberries, blueberries and salad greens for your friends and fam-

ily?” On this tour attendees will learn that they do not need acreage to produce your own food. This event is free for

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New pregnancy program from ‘satisfying model’ An innovative new drop-in postpartum pre-natal program, group to share the next funded by the Chil- leg of the journey into dren’s Health Foun- parenthood. dation of Vancouver The pilot program Island, was recently for this model of care launched at the Birth was offered at the Birth Tides Clinic in down- Tides Clinic last year town Courtenay. and is based on CenterThe program offers ing Pregnancy, which is seven group sessions now being heralded as to women during their one of the most satisfypregnancy and a group ing models of care for reunion after the baby pregnant women. is born. All participants The midwives have are due in the same expanded this model month, giving fami- and added many extras lies an opportunity to to make it a unique socialize, connect in an program that received informal and relaxing an overwhelming posisetting, and develop tive response from pilot long-term friendships project participants. that often extend into According to registhe school years. tered midwife, Deborah Other appointments Kozlick, “The program during the pregnancy offers a high level of are private one-on-one professional and peer sessions with a mid- support in a format wife and offer a range that is both delightfulof options for delivery. ly fun and very highThere is quality no charge preparaThe program tion for to participants for offers a high level birth and the proparenting. of professional gram. The midT h e and peer support wives are g r o u p in a format that is e n j o y i n g sessions the proe x p l o r e both delightfully gram as some of fun and very high- much as today’s the famil e a d i n g - quality preparalies!” e d g e tion for birth and Groups approach- parenting. are open es to to firstDeborah Kozlick time mothchildbirth preparaers and tion, such as Birthing women who already From Within and hyp- have children. There is nobirthing. The popu- some childcare availlar groups offer a fun able if needed. and fascinating sesGroup sessions are sion on birth art and offered in the lovely another labour session Birth Tides Clinic in geared to prepare the the Old Orchard area birth partners and of Courtenay. Anyone dads. interested in becoming There are spe- part of this program cial presentations may contact the Birth by experts in their Tides Clinic at 343 fields, such as lacta- Third St. in Courtenay tion consultants, mas- by phoning 250-338sage therapists, and 4810 or register online naturopaths. These at www.comoxvalleyconnections provide midwifery.com. interesting insights If you would like and up-to date informa- more information or tion that help women would like to meet with have optimal pregnan- one of our midwives to cies and breastfeeding discuss if this program experiences. is right for you, phone The group reunion the clinic and make an is a festive celebra- appointment. tion with a house full On behalf of the of new babies, photo- families utilizing this graphs, footprinting, program, the midwives and an informal flurry would like to thank the of birth stories. Most United Way for sponof all, the groups are a soring the program great time for women and the Children’s to relax, have a cup of Health Foundation for tea and a snack, and their generous funding, focus on themselves as well as all the supand their pregnancies. porters and partners Every participant of the program, includreceives, free of charge, ing the Perinatal Advia beautiful binder sory, Success by Six, with current pregnan- and the Comox Valley cy information, birth Social Planning Comart, and inspirational mittee and our many materials that comple- community contribument the group. After tors, including Public the birth women are Health and our prewelcome to bring their senters. — Birth Tides Clinic babies to our ongoing,

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pace, you might stop in Ossining where the visitors’ centre shows off the old electric chair from the nearby Sing Sing prison. On the second leg of the drive you’ll marvel at Louisa Vanderbilt’s bedroom in the Vanderbilt Mansion: It’s a replica of Marie Antoinette’s boudoir in Versailles.

In picture-perfect Rhinebeck you might want to drop by for a snack or a drink at the Beekman Arms, where Roosevelt used to wind up every campaign with an address from the porch. He wasn’t the first president to grace the Beekman: George Washington really did sleep there. And Bill and Hillary Clinton hosted the rehearsal dinner in the Beekman for daughter Chelsea’s wedding at nearby Astor Courts in 2010. Access For more information, visit the Historic Hudson River Towns website at hudsonriver. com/node/49. For information on travel in New York State, visit the New York State Tourism website at www.iloveny.com.

Applications for community grants now being accepted The Comox Valley Community Foundation supports a wide range of projects that are beneficial to the community. These funded projects provide a direct service or take an innovative approach or response to dealing with community issues, concerns or needs.

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IT IS SEPTEMBER again with fabulous weather and I note many families from all over the Comox Valley enjoying the beach at Goose Spit Park. But “no beach fires now,” say the CVRD directors. Since 2010 they have banned beach fires in Goose Spit Park (Item 10 of Bylaw 103) after Labour Day (first Monday in September). The park attendant we hire to make sure no one does anything naughty in the park is still there and happy to get paid for doing very little in September. But families are not permitted to have beach fires except in Joe Walker Park (25 km from Comox) in September and October. Fires are OK there every month actually. But no beach fires now in Goose Spit Park. Can the chair of the CVRD board please tell the people what is wrong with beach fires at Goose Spit after Labour Day?

INTERESTING THAT THE conservation officer says the two-week garbage pickup in Cumberland bear country is not in the best interests of discouraging bears from foraging for ripe food, in garbage cans. Also interesting the the the Village administration says it is not a problem, because complaints have dropped off. Hopefully the complaints will be be the only thing that drop off. Perhaps a weekly pickup in bear season would resolve the issue. It would not fill the landfill any faster than the two-week pickup.

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Looking at pot differently? How you feel about one key aspect of 2012 B.C. crime stats depends on your value system. While marijuana possession cases declined by 10 per cent last year from 2011 numbers, they still accounted for 60 per cent of drug violation reports to B.C. New figures released by Statistics Canada reveal 25,432 police-reported incidents of drug offences in B.C. last year, a 7.4-per-cent drop. Marijuana trafficking cases slid more than 20 per cent, while importation and exportation of it declined 40 per cent. Marijuana-growing cases declined 4.6 per cent, following a 28.6-per-cent drop in 2011. One interpretation is that marijuana remains a serious societal and policing problem. An alternate view is that our national and provincial laws do not reflect the reality that many British Columbians and Canadians indulge and are willing to break the law to do so. That latter perspective seems to be emerging from the shadows and becoming more respectable. Licensed medical marijuana production is increasing across North America. Just last year, Colorado and Washington state joined other U.S. states in voting to legalize pot sales to adults. Yet our federal and provincial lawmakers cling to the outmoded war-on-drugs mindset from Washington, D.C., that lumps pot in with more serious drugs such as heroin and methamphetamine. While enormous policing and court resources are tied up with marijuana, B.C. heroin possession cases spiked more than 30 per cent in 2012 and reported possession of crystal meth leaped 20 per cent, 110 per cent more than 2009. A group called Sensible B.C. is gathering canvassers to get enough signatures to trigger a referendum on a proposed law that would disallow police resources from being used against simple possession of weed. Considering its health benefits and the lack of proof that pot causes the kind of harm that alcohol causes, maybe it’s time we started treating marijuana differently. editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Record Question of the Week This week: Eighty-nine per cent of respondents said they are concerned about eating genetically modified food. Next week: Should it be legal for grocery stores in B.C. to sell alcoholic beverages? Visit www.comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote in the Poll on the mainpage. Courtenay Recreation hosts a grand opening of the expanded Lewis Centre Tuesday at 10 a.m. It includes refreshments, tours, activities and door prizes.

Former Comox councillor Gary Richardson was seriously injured in a Sept. 9 highway collision south of Nanaimo that was not his fault.

Water discrimination looming Dear editor, In the mail from the regional district is an invitation to attend an open house regarding the results of the mock billing scheduled for Sept. 17. On the second page was our mock bill with a date for this same meeting to be held Sept. 23. If I was a betting man I would bet that they really don’t want to face the number of people who are ticked off about having their democratic rights bypassed from Square One on this issue. Please bear in mind that the intent of this meeting is to make

you feel good and how wonderful we all are, saving water. What they are not saying is that they are going to activate these meters no matter what, at the rates they want. This will result in total discrimination between Courtenay and Comox and rural residents. Courtenay and Comox residents will still pay $100 fewer than we pay now and will be able to use as much water as they wish, while rural residents will pay for every single litre used. This is nothing more than barefaced discrimination by our elected officials and could possi-

bly result in a lawsuit under Section 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights. Be careful folks, these people have their own agenda and they do not have your best interests at heart. Please remember that all our water comes from the same pipe and therefore we must be treated the same as every one else. Please show up at the meeting Sept. 23 and don’t let these robber barons carry on as they are doing. R. McCulloch, Area B

Dear editor, So, the regional district has been approached by the Comox Valley Curling Club to pay for upgrades to the curling rink. What is even more shocking, is that the regional district is seriously considering borrowing a minimum of $1.9 million to fund such upgrades. The president and manager of the curling club are OK with this and they will even kick in $100,000 of the curling club’s reserves if the regional district

taxpayers will pick up the rest of the tab. That means homeowners and taxpayers will be paying for this over the next 20 years. It is time that all elected officials for the regional district, City of Courtenay, Town of Comox and Village of Cumberland rethink their priorities. We cannot afford this. Especially when the funds benefit 550 curlers, who represent less than two per cent of the population of the entire Comox

Valley. Taxpayers should be outraged. According to their website, the curling club did a feasibility study in 2008. What has happened since then? Has there been any fundraising? Is there a plan to seek access to other funding and grants? Municipal taxpayers should not be on the hook for this type of expense. Gary Bocking, Comox Valley

Dear editor, I read with interest Brent Cunliffe’s letter to the editor Sept. 12. The retention of hatchery coho only, in the Strait of Georgia, seems a little bizarre. We normally fish in the Winter Harbour area, where it is not necessary to distinguish between hatchery and wild coho salmon. Recently I enjoyed two days fishing between Comox and Campbell River. First day we had over 20 coho, four of them hatchery. Second occasion eight coho;

all of them wild. Despite our best efforts, using spoons with single, barbless hook, some of these fish were bleeding as we brought them to the boat, or as we released them.

We had one in particular, floating on the surface, after we had released it, with the gulls picking at it. All done legally; what a waste. David Badock, Courtenay

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Costly Hydro chickens coming home to roost POLITICS

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pushed off expensive problems. BC Hydro’s engineers soon convinced him that if the creaky old Ruskin and Campbell River dams were to bust in a quake, it wouldn’t be good for families downstream. Coleman scraped up some internal savings in the vast utility and met Clark’s predetermined target of keeping rate increases below four per cent in the pre-election period. Mission accomplished,

as George W. Bush might have said. Then last week, an August working paper on the need for BC Hydro rate hikes was leaked. It showed BC Hydro making a case for new increases totalling 26 per cent over two years. The leak came via the Canadian Office and Professional Employees local 378, the BC Hydro inside staff union that has a history of mostly juvenile attacks on the B.C. Liberal government. Bill Bennett, the current energy minister, spent the next couple of days repeating to anyone who would listen that this initial

proposal had already been rejected, and that work was well along to make the rate increase more palatable. Perhaps it’s back to where it was in 2011. COPE 378 and the NDP played their rehearsed roles. Both tried to blame the situation on private power contracts. The union and its political front are less concerned about rising power bills than they are about holding onto the state monopoly on electricity generation. Energy industry lawyer David Austin calculates that of the proposed 26.4-percent increase, about 3.5 per cent can be attributed to BC

Not submitting to ‘farce’ Dear editor, Like some other Hydro customers I received a form letter from our state-owned monopoly offering so-called “choices” with regard to power meters. These “choices,” the deadline, and the fees suggested are really not choices at all but a thinly veiled coercion tactic to get people to consent to having a not-so-smart meter installed on their home. If you read the letter closely the default option is to retain the existing meter but be charged a monthly fee if you don’t respond, the last time I checked negative option billing was illegal in

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These ‘choices,’ the deadline, and the fees suggested are really not choices at all but a thinly veiled coercion tactic to get people to consent to having a not-sosmart meter installed on their home.

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A. Foster this province, it has been since the cable companies in the ‘90s attempted to charge customers for extra channels that they did not opt out of. Even the option for a not-so-smart meter with the transmitter turned off isn’t really an option. How would you know in fact that the transmitter was in fact turned off? They’ve been lying to us all along!

No GM expertise

Dear editor, The question of potentially harmful effects of genetically modified food is for scientists to answer and Health Canada to act upon. The Town of Comox council does not have the expertise, mandate or power to rule on this Dr. J.J. Simice, issue. Comox

What’s more, Fortis B.C already has meter readers, employed by Accenture, going around and reading the gas meters manually. Are they insinuating that the same readers can’t also read electric meters while on their route? From the wording in the letter, BC Hydro would like you to believe that you have no choice but to accept the smart meter or pay a significant amount to do otherwise. They are saying they will even be charging for a non-functioning smart meter with the transmitter turned off. This is their intention, but NOT the reality. BC Hydro must apply to BCUC (BC

Utilities Commission) for approval of their fee structure to justify it. If BCUC approves, these fees could go in immediately, but until that decision is made by the BCUC, Hydro cannot, within the law, go forward with what is stated in the letter. This they haven’t yet done. This form letter has all the banality as the junk mail that some mail-order companies send out stating that you have “won” a contest of some sort if you respond by date X, and has about the same legal standing. I would not and am not submitting to this farce, you can’t agree to anything made on the fly. If you have not done so already I would encourage you to look into the class action lawsuit against smart meters submitted by the Citizens For Safe Technology group at citizensforsafetechnology.org. A. Foster, Courtenay

Hydro buying power from private sources, at prices competitive with new public power sources such as the Site C dam. Most of it comes from the overdue

This was also seized upon to portray private power as the root of all evil, both financially and environmentally. In fact the attrition rate on these projects

Gordon Campbell’s climate change strategy. Then came the gas boom. Clark seized upon liquefied natural gas exports as the key to future prosperity, and the government soon declared burning gas “clean” as long as it facilitates LNG production. Bennett now acknowledges that gas-fired power plants are an option for the future. They are cheaper than hydro, small or large. Bennett’s two tasks are to supply industry with cheap power and get consumer rates under control. It looks as if the gas is being turned up, and Site C is moving to the back burner. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalNews.com. Twitter:@ tomfletcherbc.

Coleman scraped up some inter❝ nal savings in the vast utility and

met Clark’s pre-determined target of keeping rate increases below four per cent in the pre-election period. Mission accomplished, as George W. Bush might have said. Tom Fletcher

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repairs to those old dams, other costly projects including the addition of turbines to two Columbia River dams, and deferred debt from previous political meddling. In August I reported that as many as 20 of BC Hydro’s existing private power purchase contracts will be cancelled or deferred.

has always been about one out of three. This is what happens when the risks of expanding the provincial electrical grid are shared with private investors. These run-of-river and wind projects were promoted to maximize clean energy sources, as well as to spread the grid to remote areas. This was

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PHOTOGRAPHER STARTING YOUNG Kids know so much more about technology these days than baby boomers did at the same age. The lad who captured this cool image at the Comox Marina recently is just 12 years old. E-mail your Picture of the Week submissions to editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com. PHOTO BY LIAM PETA

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‘Nice family gathering’ really more complicated Courtenay Little Theatre season begins in early October with gala evening Oct. 4 Paula Wild Record Arts

We’ve all had them. Those nice family gatherings where the event ends up being radically different than what we anticipated. Maybe Aunt Sally has an extra glass of sherry and gets out of hand or grandpa loses his dentures in the mashed potatoes. Or even worse, the new daughterin-law burns the Thanksgiving turkey. But what if it’s the oneyear anniversary of dad’s death and mom shows up with a date? That’s a taste of what

happens in Phil Olsen’s A Nice Family Gathering. Courtenay Little Theatre is presenting the comedy/ drama at the Sid Williams Theatre between Oct. 4 and 12. To celebrate the launch of their 2013/2014 season, CLT is holding a pre-show gala reception in the theatre lobby from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. before opening night on Oct. 4. “People will be shocked at how close to home this play is,” says director Ronda Sproule. “There’s something in it that relates to most family situations. I think people will be pointing at each other and laughing.” “It’s a well-rounded play with lots of emotional peaks and valleys,” she adds. “And perfect timing that we’re putting it on right before Thanksgiving.” A Nice Family Gathering is an award-winning com-

edy about family dynamics. Mom’s having trouble with her memory. The three adult children span the gamut from successful doctor, struggling writer and a daughter who’s emotionally on the periphery.

poignant at times.” Initially Sproule had some concerns about casting as rehearsals started in August and finding men the right age is often a challenge. “In the end, it just all fell

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into place,” she says. “People contacted me or were suggested by others. And the whole cast has an incredible sense of connection and are terrific at creating those special moments. It’s not unusual for everyone to get the giggles or tear up during a rehearsal.” As well as being the oneyear anniversary of dad’s

death, the play also leads up to Sproule’s 20 year anniversary with Courtenay Little Theatre in November. “I was new to the community and went to see CLT’s One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest and was so impressed I joined the drama club,” she explains. “Then I took a directing workshop with Tony Arnold and discovered my passion. “I love making a play come alive and visualizing all the parts that need to come together,” she explains. “I enjoy the process from first concept to final product and finding creative ways to deal with challenges. “But most of all, I like the way people come together to create something for other people to enjoy — that’s what community theatre is all about.” Even Sproule’s day job is related to the arts, as

she’s been lounge manager of the Sid Williams Theatre for eight years. A Nice Family Gathering starts at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 4, 5, 10, 11 and 12 with a 2 p.m. matinee on Oct. 6. Tickets are available at the Sid. CLT also offers a discount ticket package of $5 off each performance for patrons attending their fall (A Nice Family Gathering), Christmas (The Drowsy Chaperone) and spring (On Golden Pond) productions. The discount package must be purchased by Oct. 12 and is available at the Sid Williams Theatre. For more information visit www.sidwillimamstheatre.com or www.courtenaylittletheatre.com. Paula Wild is a published author and regular contributor to the Comox Valley Record’s arts and entertainment section.

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ARTIST MARK LAVER will discuss Saturday why he makes paintings of rural disasters.

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The Comox Valley Art Gallery invites everyone to an artist’s talk on the closing day of the exhibition titled Re: Moved. The talk takes place this Saturday from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the gallery. Admission is free or by donation. Re: Moved is an exhibition of oil paintings by Victoria painter Mark Laver and industrial sculpture by Brent Bukowski of Kaslo. Laver’s Rural Disasters series and Bukowski’s by products series together examine the visceral beauty of detritus, the artistic tradition of utilizing found objects

and photographs, and the emotive and intellectual results of creating objects and images that evoke stillness out of that which once moved. Laver says: “It is my goal to continue seeking the intuitive, mysterious starting point to each painting, allowing the work to evolve over time as I do.” Laver’s work can be found in the collections of the University of Victoria, Comox Valley Regional District, as well as private and public collections in Canada, the United States, Australia and Europe. — Comox Valley Art Gallery

The Comox Valley Art Gallery and TIFFFilm Circuit present a mesmerizing glimpse into the lives of background singers as part of their Fall Film Series. Screening this Sunday at 5 p.m. at the Rialto Theatre, 20 Feet From Stardom is a fascinating documentary for pop, soul, R&B and rock fans. Award-winning filmmaker Morgan Neville (Beauty is Embarrassing, Pearl Jam Twenty) returns with his compelling new documentary, 20 Feet from Stardom, an official selection of the 2013 Sundance Film Festival. In his latest foray into the subject of rock ’n’ roll history, Neville shines a spotlight on the backup singers behind some of the greatest musical legends of the late 20th century, taking an unprecedented look at the moving personal journeys of these normally uncelebrated artists and paying tribute to their indelible role in popular music. Although few, if any,

BACKGROUND SINGERS JO Lawry, Judith Hill and Lisa Fischer gather at a mic for a stirring rendition of Lean on Me. of these singers become household names, their work has defined countless songs and records that remain hallowed in rock’s collective memory. Helping to set the record straight, Neville juxtaposes interviews with industry legends (Bruce Springsteen, Mick Jagger, Sting, and Bette Midler) with the relative unknowns who support them. That list includes such talents as Merry Clayton (who sang on The Rolling Stones’ Gimme Shelter), Táta Vega (notable for her duets with Micha-

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Saving dying Mexican music one song at a time Regarding the arts, the saying is often shown to be true that wisdom comes with years of experience. “But in many cases that I see,” says Mexican-born musician Oscar Robles Diaz, “the youth who dedicate themselves to music today are doing so against great odds and with a pure drive and energy that illuminates every concert, every song. “There is an ageless wisdom in that and the simple statement it makes: Music has value. Music is worth fighting for and should never be lost.” Not long ago, Son Jarocho, a very important traditional form of music that developed in the Veracruz region of Mexico almost went extinct. No steps were being taken to preserve it in its traditional form or declare its cultural significance. It had come to the point that the elders who lived the tradition — handcrafting traditional instruments and playing them, accompanied by singing and dance — all appeared to be dying off. The tradition was not being passed on as it long had been, through families to their next generations, because mainstream commercially produced

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ART ALCHEMY open Thursdays to Saturdays from noon to 4 upstairs at 362C 10th St. in Courtenay. FMI: www. artalchemy.ca. AVALANCHE BAR & GRILL presents Georgia Jazz Straight Jazz society concerts on most Thursday nights, resuming Sept. 12. Comedy night on the third Thursday of the month. House Ten85 DJs live music starting every Saturday at 9 p.m. FMI: 250331-0334 or www.georgiastraightjazz.com. BILLY D’S PUB offers music by Jilli Martini every Friday night from 8 to 11. COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY open Mondays to Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fall Film Series Sept. 8 to Nov. 3. Canada-wide Culture Days from Sept. 26 to 28. New art exhibits Sept. 28 to Nov. 20. FMI: www. comoxvalleyartgallery.com or 250-338-6211. CORRE ALICE GALLERY presents a celebration of bees at 2781 Dunsmuir Ave. in Cumberland. Exhibit runs until Sept. 19. COURTENAY LITTLE THEATRE presents A Nice Family Gathering at Sid Williams Theatre, Oct. 4, 5, 10, 11 and 12, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 6 matinee at 2 p.m. FMI: www.sidwillimamstheatre.com or www. courtenaylittletheatre.com. 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 open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. FMI: www.comoxvalleyarts.com. PEARL ELLIS GALLERY presents Art Group of the Comox Valley Show and Sale to Sept. 15. The Pearl Ellis Gallery members’ anniversary show — A Salute to Comox runs from Sept 17. to Oct 6. Open Tuesdays to Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays 1 to 4 p.m. at 1729 Comox Ave. FMI: www.pearlellisgallery.com or Facebook. POTTERS PLACE in downtown Courtenay, corner of Fifth and Cliffe at the Potters Courtyard, open Mondays to Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. FMI: 250-334-4613 or www.thepottersplace.ca. STUDIO B shows Human Animal exhibit, beginning Sept. 20 with artists’ reception, 7 to 11 p.m. at 2704 Dunsmuir Ave. in Cumberland. WAVERLEY HOTEL jam night with Brodie Dawson and friends every Thursday. Visit www.waverleyhotel.ca. WHISTLE STOP PUB house band Big Fun on stage each weekend.

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RALPH BARRAT AND THE SHARP SEVEN at Little Red Church, 7:30 p.m. FMI: www. littleredchurchcomox.com. JOHN SHIELDS, author of The Priest Who Left His Religion: In Pursuit of Cosmic Spirituality, comes to the Courtenay Library Branch, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 20 RED GREEN at Sid Williams Theatre, 7 p.m. FMI: www. sidwilliamstheatre.com, 250338-2430 or visit the box office at 442 Cliffe Avenue in Courtenay. ICE BLUE, TWO OF US, 5PLAY at Cumberland United Church, 7:30 p.m. FMI: 250336-8429. BONNIE KILROY presents Divas Dinner Show at Comox Legion Branch 160. Doors open at 5:50, dinner at 6:30. Tickets on sale at the bar or call 250-339-2112 until Sept. 18 at 6 pm.

Saturday, Sept. 21 THE MATINÉE at Sid Williams Theatre. FMI: 250-338-2430 or sidwilliamstheatre.com. COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY presents Art Talk Re: Moved with Mark Laver, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., free admission. FMI: 250-338-6211. CURL at Mex Pub. OSCAR ROBLES DIAZ at Zocalo Café, 7 to 9 p.m. CLYDE WOOLMAN signing his books at Laughing Oyster, 2 p.m.

Sunday, Sept. 22 COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY presents film 20 Feet From Stardom, Rialto Theatre, 5 p.m. Tickets at CVAG gift shop at 580 Duncan Ave. in Courtenay. FMI: www. comoxvalleyartgallery.com or 250-338-6211.

Monday, Sept. 23 SARAH HAGEN and ARIEL BARNES perform in first Mattina Musica concert of the season at Sid Williams Theatre. Coffee and tea at 9:45 a.m., music at 10:30. FMI: www.sidwilliamstheatre.com or 250-338-2430.

Tuesday, Sept. 24 SWEET ALIBI at house concert in Cumberland. FMI: 250-650-6569 or homeroutesvi@gmail.com.

Sunday, Oct. 6 COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY presents film Blue Jasmine, Rialto Theatre, 5 p.m. Tickets at CVAG gift shop at 580 Duncan Ave. in Courtenay. FMI: www. comoxvalleyartgallery.com or 250-338-6211.

Thursday, Oct. 17 GEORGIA STRAIT BIG BAND at Little Red Church, 7:30 p.m. FMI: www.littleredchurchcomox.com.

Sunday, Oct. 20 COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY presents to-beannounced film, Rialto Theatre, 5 p.m. Tickets at CVAG gift shop at 580 Duncan Ave. in Courtenay. FMI: www. comoxvalleyartgallery.com or 250-338-6211.

Saturday, Nov. 2 JOHN MCDERMOTT at Sid Williams Theatre. FMI: www. sidwilliamstheatre.com or 250-338-2430.

Sunday, Nov. 3 COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY presents film Watermark, Rialto Theatre, 5 p.m. Tickets at CVAG gift shop at 580 Duncan Ave. in Courtenay. FMI: www. comoxvalleyartgallery.com or 250-338-6211.

Thursday, Nov. 14 STEVE PATTERSON at Sid Williams Theatre, 7:30 p.m. FMI: www.sidwilliamstheatre.com or 250-338-2430.

Thursday, Nov. 21 VANCOUVER ISLAND UNIVERSITY SENIOR BIG BAND at Little Red Church, 7:30 p.m. FMI: www.littleredchurchcomox.com.

Tuesday, Dec. 10 YELLOWPOINT CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR at Sid Williams Theatre, 7 p.m. FMI: 250-338-2430 or visit www. sidwilliamstheatre.com.

Wednesday, Dec. 11 YELLOWPOINT CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR at Sid Williams Theatre, 7 p.m. FMI: 250-338-2430 or visit www. sidwilliamstheatre.com.

Thursday, Dec. 19 JUST IN TIME CHOIR at Little Red Church, 7:30 p.m. FMI: www.littleredchurchcomox. com.

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Woolman writes another book

Well-known retired principal Clyde Woolman has authored a second pre-teen novel for ages nine to 12, and a teenage sasquatch is the star of the show. Yurek: Edge of Extinction, follows the 2010 release of Smugglers at the Lighthouse, both published by Ontario’s Moosehide Books. The novels can be read in any order and the recent work features the same main characters from the Smugglers tale, Ben, Booting and Ally, with Yurek, a sasquatch leader (Tenzig), and a sinister human professor as new characters. “With three main personalities and another wilderness setting (the mountains around Harrison Lake in the upper Fraser Valley as opposed to the West Coast Trail in the first novel), I wanted AN INTIMATE HOUSE concert in Cumberland on Sept. 24 features to maintain the same music by Sweet Alibi. sense of adventure, humour and magic found in Smugglers at the Lighthouse,” said Woolman. Having a runaway Canadian Folk formed everywhere Cities), Sweet Alibi is teenage sasquatch as Music Award nomi- from intimate coffee touring across Canada. one of the main charnees Sweet Alibi have houses and mainstay For details about acters was a challenge been captivating audi- clubs to outdoor con- the band, visit http:// as so much information ences with their allur- cert series and festi- sweetalibi.com. is available, much of it ing blend of soulful vals. Having finished All proceeds from contradictory. melody and folk/roots their highly antici- the Sept. 24 CumberIt at least seems tradition. pated debut album land house concert go reasonably clear that A playful sense of with Juno Award win- directly to the per- the origin of the Englyricism set to powerful ner Mitch Dorge, along formers. For tickets lish word came from vocal harmony set the with the coming or more information, an Agassiz teacher in stage for a performance release of their sopho- phone 250-650-6569 the 1920s who heard which is upfront and more album We’ve Got or e-mail homeroutes- the term sasq’ets from personal and instinc- To (produced by Rusty vi@gmail.com. the Sts’ailes (Chehalis) tively compelling. Matyas of Imaginary — Sweet Alibi people) who live in the Drawing influence from a vast array of musical references, Sweet Alibi applies a quirky pop sensibility to an eclectic set. Songs range in mood from hauntingly provocative ballads to left of centre takes on everything from country and soul to old time jazz. Backing their vocals with electric guitars, banjos, hand percussion, ukuleles, upright bass, and whatever else they can get their hands on, Sweet Alibi complements a diverse set with equally eclectic instrumentation. Core members Jessica Rae Ayre, Amber Nielsen and Michelle Anderson are sometimes backed by an array of Winnipeg’s finest musicians. The group performs steadily both as a strippeddown trio and with a fully fleshed out rhythm section. The band has per-

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area, which described a sollicum, a being of the natural and supernatural world. “There are many terms from other aboriginal groups describing similar large ape-like creatures, with one being Thumquas by the Cowichan people,” added Woolman. The contact between the sasquatch and humans is the major thrust of the novel, and “was intended to highlight the opposing desires of such contact — one of greed and a lust for dominant power, and the other a focus on tolerance and trust. “To help draw the distinction and to provide humour I took a considerable amount of literary licence with the origin, appearance, mannerism and abilities of Yurek and members of his clan,” explains Woolman. Copies of both books are available at an author signing at Laughing Oyster this Saturday at 2 p.m. — Clyde Woolman

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Seal pup rescues way down this year Seals are one of the most common marine mammals found in our local waters; they are also a controversial issue to many people. Seals are a wildlife species that are loved by many naturalists but fishermen are not so enamoured. However, these animals are a very important part of the food chain providing food for the orca whales and many other marine mammals. Seals also provide important information on the health of the ocean and shores. It is hard not to find these creatures enchanting, especially when they are just pups, They often appear helpless and vulnerable and it is often hard to know if the seal is in distress or in need of our help. Vancouver Island waters are home to a variety of seals. The Pacific harbour seal is the best known and is classified as a “true or walking” seal; as elegant as they are in water, they are very clumsy on land. Harbour seals are unable to support their bodies on their front flippers, which means they have to wriggle themselves along the ground using their back flippers flopping forward on to their bellies. These seals have silver grey fur complete with dark spots and splotches. Their fur becomes quite light when they are hauled up out of the water. Occasionally we see northern fur seals, stellar sea lions and on southern Vancouver Island elephant seals. Stellar sea lions are classified as “walking” seals; lifting up their bodies on their long front flippers they can move their lower bodies along like a caterpillar. There is a perma-

CUTE HARBOUR SEALS compete with anglers for the fish they both prize so highly. The Pacific harbour seal, the best-known kind in this region, is elegant in water, yet very clumsy on land.

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nent summer gathering of stellar seal lions in Fanny Bay, where they loudly communicate to each other. Others can be seen around Point Holmes, Campbell River and Quadra Island. All seals are streamlined water machines with torpedo-shaped bodies that are perfectly designed for speed and agility when swimming, diving or fishing. Harbour seals are mainly found in coastal waters that provide rocks, beaches, estuaries, and especially harbours, where food is often plentiful. Spending equal time in and out of the water, they have favourite haul-out places and can often be seen atop rocks looking like

perched bananas. They will bask in the sun on low tide and return to the water at high tide. A unique feature of seals is the ability to lower their heart rate, which allows the seal to sleep subconsciously in the water and also allows them to rise to the surface to breathe. Seals can dive to a depth of 450 metres and stay under water for up to 40 minutes. Long whiskers are equipped with sensitive nerves that help the seal sense pressure changes, which alert them to potential prey. Although salmon is their favourite meal, they do eat a variety of other local fish as well as octopus and squid. Large appetites require between two and three kilograms of seafood per day. This year, MARS has rescued only two seal pups. Other years we have reached 30, which would indicate they are not in our area this

year. We may also be able to attribute this decline in numbers to better public awareness. Two years ago, MARS successfully received funding from Shell Environmental Fund to launch a public awareness program on what to do if you find seal pups on the beach or shoreline. Signs were put up on local beaches and informational pamphlets were also available. Females will often leave their pups above the high tide mark to go hunting; on her return she will nurse the pup until it is strong enough to follow her in the water. Pups need the antibodies that are stored in the mother’s milk to fight off infection and boost the immune system. If the pups are relocated or removed from the beach, often the mother will not return to take care of them. A healthy seal pup

should be plump, no wrinkles; these would denote dehydration. ••• Please call MARS to report the pups and wait, if possible to keep pets and people away. The pups are sent to the Vancouver Aquarium, where there are seal specialists to care for them. To report injured or orphaned seal pups please call 1-800-304-9968. For more information visit our website at www.wingtips.org. Although we do not rescue adult seals, please report any marine mammals that have been caught in fishing nets or entangled in lines. Seals are also vulnerable to lacerations from boat propellers. Sandy Fairfield is the educational coordinator for the Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society (MARS). The MARS column appears every second Thursday.

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Seniors have much to think about Questions abound as the elderly must consider leaving home

Most of us, regardless of age, want to stay in our own homes for as long as possible. Did you know, according to Statistics Canada, that only five per cent of seniors over 65 years old live in residential care facilities? Simple math points out that 95 per cent of people over 65 are living in their homes or move to a supportive housing environment designed for seniors. Last column, readers were asked to mull over the question, “When would you consider moving from your home? If the answer is, “The only way I’ll leave my home is feet first” or in other words, “to age in place,” the next questions to ask would focus on the “how.” What type of support are you willing to receive to keep yourself and/or your spouse as independent as possible? What type of

help do you currently receive? Is your family able/willing to help? The reality is that over 70 per cent of people 65 years and older require some type of long-term care services during their lifetime. It may also mean asking yourself if your home needs modifying to meet age-related changes. Do you have stairs? Can you install a

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emotional and physical costs to those caring for you. Staying put is more challenging with limited mobility. Not being able to leave your home can lead to isolation,

The reality is that over 70 per ❝ cent of people 65 years and older require some type of long-term care services during their lifetime. It may also mean asking yourself if your home needs modifying to meet age-related changes.

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Wendy Johnstone ramp? Are hallways and doorways wide enough for mobility devices? Are bath/ shower facilities amenable to changes in mobility? Aging in place requires examining your support network and finances to better understand the costs of long-term care, not just monetary but the

depression and loneliness. If your answer includes responses such as, “When I’m no longer able to cook for myself,” “when I’m no longer able to do personal care,” “if my husband dies before me,” then considering a more supportive housing option may be a good fit.

If some of following statements ring true, this may validate a move with more supports in place: • I sometimes feel lonely or I live too far from town and no longer drive or feel comfortable driving under certain conditions. • I worry about falling and not being found. • I am not eating as well as I should be due to an inability to shop and prepare meals. • I have trouble remembering to take my pills, or worry I have taken too many. • Things like housekeeping, laundry, gardening are challenging and I have little energy left to enjoy life. • My house is too big and I want to downsize. • My home is difficult to move around in due to stairs, bathroom set-up, etc. • I need regular assistance for activities such as bathing or dressing. • I don’t have family nearby to help with my future care. A variety of seniors housing choices exist and there is no simple answer as to which one is right for you.

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Ticket them, prohibit them, require taking driver training or reexamine them before they are able to renew their driver’s licence? Instances of thoughtless behaviour are becoming far too commonplace on our highways and we need to foster an attitude of cooperation and respect. Those that don’t or won’t should be invited

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Now and again you hear about something so stupid that you shake your head and wonder what the heck was that driver thinking? Yesterday’s case in point was an older female who stopped in the fast lane on the opposite side of a divided highway to take a picture of a fatal collision. All the traffic behind had to screech to a halt to avoid colliding with her. I’m sorry, but this is really a selfish, totally thoughtless act committed by someone who is old enough to know better. It is not an inadvertent mistake that any one of us might make. This is the type of driver who comes to mind when I hear arguments for raising speed limits, backing off on the Immediate Roadside Prohibition and the impoundment of vehicles for driving at excessive speeds. They deserve to get “spanked” and in some cases spanked hard. They are thinking only of themselves, or not thinking at all. There is no concern shown for anyone else on the highway and

The next column expands on how to better assess your housing needs followed by a review of seniors housing options in B.C. Wendy Johnstone is a gerontologist and is the founder of Keystone Eldercare Solutions. Her column runs in the Comox Valley Record every second Thursday.

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COMOX VALLEY RECORD ♦ SPORTS EDITOR: EARLE COUPER ♦ THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2013

Wheeldon nets Web.com card Record Staff

Riley Wheeldon of Comox was one of five PGA Tour Canada players to earn a Web.com Tour card for 2014 on Sunday, Sept. 15. Mackenzie Hughes, Mark Hubbard, Hugo Leon and Wil Collins were the others. The top five finishers on the PGA Tour Canada’s Order of Merit after last week’s tour championship at Sunningdale in London, Ont.earned We b . c o m Tour status next WHEELDON year — first place fully exempt, the rest in varying degrees of conditional status. Hughes, a native of Dundas, Ont. finished atop the Order of Merit with $52,114.29 and earned fully exempt status while Wheeldon, Hubbard, Leon and Collins will have highly placed status on the path to the PGA Tour next season. “I’m delighted to see Mackenzie Hughes and the rest of The Five get rewarded for their excellent play this inaugural season,” said PGA Tour Canada president Jeff Monday. “We look forward to seeing these players follow the footsteps of the many PGA Tour Canada alumni who have made their way to the Web.com Tour and PGA Tour.” Hughes was the leading money winner in PGA Tour Canada’s inaugural season and was named PGA Tour Canada Player of the Year thanks to a win at the Cape Breton Celtic Classic presented by PC Financial as well as two other top three finishes. Hughes finished with a $6,791.79 lead over

Wheeldon. Wheeldon finished second on the Order of Merit to earn his Web.com Tour card. The 22-year-old, who plays out of Crown Isle in Courtenay, won the Syncrude Boreal Open (his first PGA Tour Canada win) and finished third at the Times Colonist Island Savings Open to earn the bulk of his earnings on the season. Wheeldon earned Freedom 55 Financial Canadian Player of the Week honours in both Fort McMurray and Victoria. “I got off to a good start this season and that put me in a good position, but I had a bit of a lull in the middle and that made things a little more difficult for me. But I’m not so much shutting it (being No. 2) out as embracing it. I have to keep it in perspective and realize I have one foot in the door. I’ve got some time off after this, so now’s the time to give it all I’ve got and get that second foot in the door.” Wheeldon also looks to the success of Graham DeLaet and David Hearn on the PGA Tour. “For a while, there was a vacancy at the top of Canadian golf,” he said. “Graham is playing some all-world golf right now and what he and David are doing is motivating everyone, even on this level. It’s a good shock of competitiveness to Canadian golf.” Wheeldon has spent the last two winters in Orlando “and being able to dedicate myself to golf 12 months a year has helped. And being able to play in the (Canadian Open) this year was an eye-opener; you realize how competitive golf really is and that the quality of golf is quite similar to this tour.”

Selects capture league opener Earle Couper Record Staff

ABBY SEXTON OF the Comox Valley Millennium shields the ball from MidIsle Highlanders’ opponent during Sunday afternoon match at Valley View.

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As youth soccer games go, this was one for the Millennium. Playing their first ever league game, the Comox Valley Millennium blanked the Mid-Isle Highlanders from Ladysmith 1-0 in U13 Girls Select soccer Sunday at Valley View. Sofia Cecic netted the game’s only goal while Nicolette Vinnedge and Jessie Coppick shared the shutout. “The girls played amazing and set the tone in the first 15 minutes by not letting the play leave the offensive end,” said Millennium coach Lisa Wigard. “We formed this Select team last year but did not have a league to play in. We spent all of last year training and playing exhibition games,” Wigard explained. “This year there are actual teams to play in the Upper Island Soccer Association.” The players voted for their own team captain and assistant captain, with Aisha Hunter-Bellavia chosen as captain and Lauren Wigard as assistant. “We are so lucky as coaches to have such an amazing group of kids and parents,” Wigard said. The Millennium are away to Powell River U13 this Sunday then host Comox Valley U14 on Sept. 29, with time and venue TBA. sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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SARATOGA SPEEDWAY DRIVERS closed out the 2013 racing season on a foggy Saturday night at the Black Creek oval. PHOTO BY FERNANDO PEREIRA

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Six champions were crowned Saturday at Saratoga Speedway after an action-packed night of racing which saw 74 cars fill the pits on an extremely foggy evening – all capped off by an amazing, season-ending fireworks show. The Roadrunner championship was already decided going into Saturday as #17 Dan Kemp held an insurmountable 387point lead over #66 Nick Leavitt. In a sixlap heat #99 Dennis Leavitt took the win, with the 15-lap main going to #8 Ryan Guest, who finally got his car running on all cylinders after weeks of hard luck. In the Bomber class, #72 Stewart Lee was looking to win his second straight championship and held a 239-point lead over #97 Mike Dionne. #5 Darren Larson won the 10-lap heat, but Lee’s lead would turn into an insurmountable one. With the title tucked away, Lee still drove hard for an exciting 25-lap main that saw Larson drive his best race of the year, taking the lead on lap one and holding off Lee to win his first Bomber main of the year. #44 Tim Openshaw was looking to win his first I.M.C.A Modified championship at Saratoga, holding a 152-point lead over #89 Gregg Sagmoen. Unfortunately after two laps of practise, Openshaw’s motor blew, opening the door for Sagmoen and #88 Troy Tarbuck to take the championship. Sagmoen won the only heat race, closing the gap on Openshaw to 42 points going into

the decisive 15-lap main. #91 Chris Beaulieu once again dominated the event, taking the lead early en route to winning his second straight main event. After all the points were added up, Sagmoen edged Tarbuck by four points to take the championship. #01 “The General” Jeff May was looking to win his third straight Crash to Pass championship, holding a 142point lead over #73 Sheldon Hopp. Hopp won the 12-lap heat to close the gap on May to 88 points going into the main. Th 20-lap main saw Hopp jump out to an early lead and dominate from there, taking home the win. May’s fifth-place finish was enough to secure him his third straight Crash to Pass title,

holding off Hopp by only 28 points. The closest point races were in the Hornet divisions; #01 Kevin Lawrenuk held a 43-point lead over #14 Kyle Fallowfield in the A class, and #81 Jeremy Stormo held a slim 27-point lead over #12 Raymond Fortier in the B class. Three B class heats saw #76 Blaire Mark take the C, #53 Chris Klassen take the B, and #14 Kyle Fallowfield take the A. In the 25-lap B main, points leader Stormo battled his way to the front on lap 15 and captured his fifth main event of the year, taking the championship by 83 points over Fortier. Twenty-five laps were also given to the A main that saw points leader #01 Kevin Lawrenuk jump out to the

lead early before fast time setter #02 Daryl Cahill caught him on lap 14 and won the last A main of the year. Lawrenuk won the A championship, holding off Fallowfield by 65 points. The Dwarf cars were added to the racing card for a “play date” which saw Bomber champion Lee win the heat race and the 12-lap main event. #17 Brad Dimitrov had his best night of the year in the Figure 8 class, winning the six-lap heat and the 10-lap main. EXTRA LAPS Saratoga Speedway thanks the many sponsors, fans, and race car drivers who have supported the speedway over this and many years … – Saratoga Speedway

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Great start for Ice field hockey team Mark Isfeld girls go undefeated to win tournament

The Mark Isfeld Ice girls field hockey team got their season off to a great start by winning their first ever tournament. The Ice travelled south this past Friday and Saturday to compete in the Friendship Cup Tournament hosted by Brentwood College School. The games were played at the John Ferreira Field at the Cowichan Sportsplex. Isfeld was in a draw which included St. Michael’s University, Glenlyon Norfolk, Mt. Douglas and Brentwood College. Isfeld’s first match on Friday was against SMU. SMU opened the scoring with a powerful penalty corner shot that struck just inside the right post. Isfeld goalie Maggie Bird had no chance on making the save. Minutes later, Isfeld had a terrific offensive drive that started with Paula Wever in the back field. She carried the ball through most of the SMU team and dished it to Danielle Poirier on the right, who then crossed it in for Avery Snider. Snider stick handled by a defender and neatly placed the ball past the SMU goalie. The game remained tied until the last 30 seconds when Snider scored again to give Isfeld the win. Next, Isfeld faced Glenlyon Norfolk from Victoria. Isfeld dominated this game 7-1. Danielle Vanbergen scored the hat trick while Snider finished with four. On Saturday, Isfeld’s first contest was against Mt. Doug. The teams were evenly matched with many scoring chances by both teams. Isfeld opened the scoring but held the lead for only a short time before the Rams evened things up. In the opening minutes of the second half, Aleah Ashlee took a shot at the Rams’ keeper and Kia van der Vliet tipped it into the back of the net. Just when the game seemed to be going in the Ice’s favour, the Rams’ centre forward made a great move to get open for a clear shot at goal and evened up the score once again. The action intensified and near the dying moments of the second

THE ISFELD ICE (from left to right): Back - coach Sandi Poirier, Kia van der Vliet, Danielle Poirier, Jenna Haaf, Marisa von Fritschen, coach Moira Ashlee. Front - Sabine Rankin, Sophie Reimer, Avery Snider, Aleah Ashlee, Darien Zowtuck, Bryn McMahon. half, Snider got hold of the ball at about the 75-yard line, dodged a couple of defenders and

with the goalie coming out to pressure, Snider slid the ball past the diving keeper to clinch

a 3-2 win for the Ice. The final game for the Ice was against Brentwood College.

The game started with both sides getting equal chances, however, once Isfeld scored their first goal, Brentwood seemed to struggle to get any offence going. Isfeld took over the game and finished with a convincing 5-0 win. Goals were scored by Ashlee (2), Snider (2) and Paula Wever. This victory clinched first place for the Ice. The Isfeld girls were extremely happy winning their first ever tournament. Special honours go to Paula Wever and Marisa von Fritschen, two German international students who play field hockey with their clubs in Berlin. “Having them play for us has really improved everyone. They are very skilled and experienced and give everyone more confidence,” says coach Moira Ashlee. “I am very excited about our future competitions.” – Isfeld Ice

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Home opener for United men Earle Couper Record Staff

The new kids on the block have wasted no time making themselves right at home. After winning the Vancouver Island Soccer League Div. 3B title last year, Comox Valley United men’s soccer team earned promotion to Div. 2 for the 2013-14 campaign. The step up was made even more challenging when the league scheduler decreed United had to play their first two Div. 2 games on the road. But the local side was more than equal to the challenge. They defeated Cowichan United 3-0 in their Sept. 8 opener then blanked Lakehill United 2-0 on Sept. 14. First-place United will be looking to keep their hot start going this Sunday (Sept. 22) when they host third-place Westcastle SSFC (1-0) in their home opener. Kickoff is set for 2 p.m. at Valley View, and the team invites the public to come out and watch some of the top men’s soccer on the Island. On Sept. 8, Tom Butcher, Gokhan Avcil and Brandon Bergh bulged the ol’ onion bag for United while Mack Zirkl posted the clean sheet against Cowichan. On Sept. 14, Darren Bergh and Phil Ludwig were the goal scorers against Lakehill, with Zirkl once again unbeatable between the posts. sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com

New Homes Registry Keeps Homebuyers Informed This helpful, easy-to-use, online resource is available from the Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) website at www.hpo.bc.ca. Savvy homebuyers are using it to make more informed purchasing decisions. The New Homes Registry provides free access to find out if a home has a policy of home warranty insurance and is built by a Licensed Residential Builder, or whether it’s built without home warranty insurance. Homebuyers can obtain valuable information such as the name and contact number of the warranty provider, the builder’s warranty number and whether an owner-built home can be legally offered for sale. Every new home built for sale by a Licensed Residential Builder in British Columbia is protected by mandatory third-party home warranty insurance. Better known as 2-5-10 home warranty insurance, this coverage includes: two years on labour and materials, five years on the building envelope (including water penetration), and 10 years on the structure. It’s the strongest system of construction defect insurance in Canada. For free access to the New Homes Registry visit the Homebuyers section of the HPO website.

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THE BLUE DEVILS Swim Club gathered for their annual awards night recently, capping another busy and successful season.

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The Blue Devils Swim Club ended another successful summer swim season of fun, friendship and swimming with families coming together to celebrate all the swimmers’ accomplishments. Although not everyone can win an award, the club encourages all swimmers to strive for best times throughout the season and that in itself is their reward. The Aggregate award is given to swim-

mers who accumulate the most points at swim meets: Div. 1 Ava Webb. Div. 2 Abby McDowell, Matthew Strilets. Div. 3 Evan Barker. Div. 4 Zoe McDougall, runner -up Myia Dunn. Div. 4 Sam Helpard, Div. 5 Amelia Helpard, runner-up Sydney Kuhnert. Div. 5 Caleb Clarke. Div. 6 Megan Rousseau. Most Improved Swimmer in each group: Developmental Stephen Henly. Junior Cole Barker. Senior Caleb Clarke.

SWIM CLUB Junior Rookie of the Year given to swimmers in their first year of competitive swimming: Matthew Strilets and Henry Holland. True Blue Award: Given to two outstanding swimmers in each group. Sydney Kuhnert, Zoe McDougall, Jaida Blasco, Morgan Jackson, Ava Webb, Spencer Webb. The Herb Bradley

Award, dedicated to the first coach and founder of the club in 1948, is given to a swimmer who is dedicated to the sport, shows good team spirit and sportsmanship, contributes to club activities and is a good role model and team leader. Congratulations to Megan Rousseau, who also broke three club records this year. “Many thanks to all the parents, swimmers, coaches and past executive for another won-

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prior to start date, and we’ll pay the $35 membership fee. Register for 20 sessions and we’ll take another $20 off the price,” the CVSC notes. Free Try It Days are scheduled for Sept. 23 and Sept. 25 from 5:15 to 6 p.m. at SC#1. “All you need is a helmet and pair of skates. (Skate rentals are available). All ages and abilities are welcome.” The CVSC offers Canada’s premier Learn to Skate program. For more information, e-mail the club at comoxvalleyskatingclub@ gmail.com, visit www.comoxvalleyskatingclub.ca or call 250-339-9872.

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The Comox Valley Skating Club is preparing for another busy season. Their fall/winer registration is being held Saturday, Sept. 21 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in the Sports Centre Arena #1 lobby and also Sept. 23 and Sept. 25 from 5 to 6 p.m. in the SC#1 lobby. Sessions (10 for $100, 20 for $200 plus $35 membership fee) include: Preschool Canskate (3 to 4 years), PrePowerSkate (five years and over) as well as Canskate (five and over). The club notes discounts are available. “Register and pay in full

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UVic Vikes returning to Courtenay The University of Victoria Vikes men’s basketball team will travel to Courtenay on Sept. 28-29, for a pre-season retreat, as well as to engage the basketball community at Mark Isfeld Secondary School. This is the fourth straight year that the Vikes men have travelled to the Comox Valley to camp out for a night and invite the community to watch their intersquad match. Ross McDonald, former Vike and current Mark Isfeld Secondary basketball coach and teacher, has organized the trip for the past three seasons. The trip offers a great opportunity for the Upper Island basketball community

The Comox Valley Glacier Kings split a pair of home games on the weekend, edging the Oceanside Generals 7-6 on Feb. 13 and falling 4-1 to the Nanaimo Buccaneers on Feb. 14. The Generals jumped to an early 2-0 lead on Friday, but the Yetis got one back late in the first then fired five in a row to grab a 6-2 lead midway through the second. Oceanside then went on their own scoring binge, banging in four straight to pull even midway through the third on Jonah Pearson’s power-play goal. But just 10 seconds later Jonas Harvath tallied shorthanded to give the Icemen the win. Comox Valley enjoyed a 45-24 shotson-goal advantage, with Bryce Di Rocco picking up the win. Liam Giroux and Alex Olson split the netminding duties for the Generals, with Olson taking the loss. Grant Iles led the Yetis with two goals and three assists and was the game’s first star. Second-star Kelyn Orpen had a goal and an assist for the visitors while Cody Eliason had a goal and two helpers for the home team to earn third-star accolades. On Saturday night,

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like dragon boating or paintball to keep it fun.” The Comox Valley will be in for a treat as the freshfaced Vikes men boast true cross-Canada flavour in their 2013 recruiting class. In addition to senior veterans Chris McLaughlin, Terrell Evans and Reiner Theil, the UVic squad now boasts internationals Marcus Tibbs from Seattle and Derek Porter, a third-year transfer from Pierce College, in Kennewick, Wash. In addition, guards Pat Pilato, from St. Catherines, Ont., and Junior Sesay, of Winnipeg, Man., will be key additions to the Vikes’ lineup. “All of our new additions were all stars on their local

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the North Division leading Buccaneers remained undefeated with a 4-1 win over the Glacier Kings. Nanaimo did all the damage in the first period, beating goalie Matt BoWell for four goals on 13 shots. Di Rocco played the rest of the game between the pipes. The Yetis ruined Ryan Waldhaus’ shutout bid midway through the third when Duncan Pernal (game second star) lit the lamp. Lee Orpen (first star) and Daniel Foglietta (third star) led Nanaimo with two points each. Comox Valley outshot Nanaimo 31-25. The Glacier Kings are now 1-2-0-1 and in third place in the North. They have a busy schedule this week, with three games in three days. They hit the road tonight for a game in Nanaimo then visit Saanich on Friday. The Yetis return home Saturday to take on Peninsula, with game time 7:30 p.m. at Comox Valley Sports Centre Arena #1. ICE CHIPS The Westshore Stingers have beefed up their offence this season; they lead the league in scoring with 28 goals in six games and boast the league’s top two pointgetters in Brett Lervold (5g, 11a) and Spencer Preece (4g, 9a) …

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Sunny end to tennis season The Comox Valley Tennis Club completed its season-end club tournament under Saturday afternoon’s bright sunny skies. Members competed in singles, doubles and mixed doubles events, all of which were played on Courtenay’s Lewis Park courts over the last two weekends. Tournament director Don Axtell was pleased that the final event, a hard-fought mixed doubles match, concluded late Saturday afternoon. “We packed a lot in on the last day. Lead-up matches were played in the morning and then, after a hot lunch served on site in conjunction with the club’s annual meeting, the finals were played. With the change in the weather, finishing on Sunday would not have been an option,” said

Axtell. The mixed doubles final was a tough threeset match (7-6, 6-7, 6-3) pitting Rael and Katherine L’Abbe against the eventual winners Jane Beard and Dennis Kostyk. Katherine L’Abbe’s steady ground strokes and sharp angles coupled with Rael’s aggressive lefthanded top spin forehand allowed them to tie the match at a set apiece. However, the hard-hitting service returns of Jane Beard and aggressive net play of Dennis Kostyk prevailed in the third and final set. Glayne Axtell/ Rob Calder defeated Marjorie Milliken/Mike Gould 7-6, 6-3 for third. In mixed B Doubles it was Fiona Wilson/Vernon Dean over Susan Bosveld-Bowyer/ Mike Bourassa 7-6, 6-4. In the men’s A sin-

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gles final an inspired Rob Calder turned the tables on Berend Henckel 6-2, 6-1, who had won their previous encounter during regular season league play. Mike Bourassa defeated Wayne Gornall 7-5, 6-2 for third place. Ron Clough won men’s B singles 6-2, 6-1 over Tom Lagerman. Marjorie Milliken won the women’s singles event by defeating Susan Bosveld-Bowyer 6-3, 6-2 with consistent serving and steady forehand and backhand

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Del Edward DeWolfe

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Del DeWolfe on September 14, 2013. He is survived by his common-law partner Trudy, his sons Stu (Kathy) and Kent (Vivia) and his brother David, grandchildren; Paxton, Harrison, Emerson and Adria. He also leaves to mourn his motherin-law Katie, sisters-in-laws; Ivy (Gord), Betty and Tracey (John) and brother-in-law Rodney (Diane) and Kurt (Trudy), nephews; Michael (Meghan), TJ (Katie), Cole (Meredith), Mark (Joni) and Neil (Michelle), nieces; Katlyn (Chris), Katie, Michaela, Kristen (Matt) and Amy (Kyle) and his uncles Lindsay (Esther) and Carl (Jean) and many cousins, many great nephews and nieces. Del spent his working years â&#x20AC;&#x153;playing in the dirtâ&#x20AC;? (as he would say) for Geotechnical Engineering firms in northern BC, lower mainland and Vancouver Island. In his retirement years Del spent his time fishing and Geocaching. An informal gathering to celebrate the life of Del will be held on September 21, 2013 at 420 Upland Avenue between 1 and 4PM, Courtenay, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, P.O. Box 1225, Comox, BC, V9N 7Z8, in memory of Del.

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The Welsh language was spoken at home, so Eddie learned to speak English in a rural schoolhouse along with Hungarian and Swedish children from surrounding immigrant communities. In 1929 the family moved to Regina where Ed attended high school at Scott Collegiate Institute and was very active in team sports. In 1939 -1945, Sergeant Davies was in Europe with Reginaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 18th Anti-Tank Battery of the Royal Canadian Artillery for the duration of WW2. He saw action in France and Germany and took part in the liberation of Holland. After the war he moved to BC and worked at the mill in Powell River where he met his future wife, Betty, a nurse at the hospital there. He worked as a steam engineer with CP Ferries sailing from Vancouver to Alaska on the Princess Kathleen and later on the Princess Elizabeth on the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Triangle Runâ&#x20AC;? between Vancouver, Victoria and Seattle. In 1967, he moved his growing family to Victoria and worked as a stationary engineer, looking after the heating and general maintenance in the Federal Building for 24 years, before retiring. He was a member of the Arion Male Voice Choir, Belmont United Church and then First United Church. In 1992, Ed and Betty moved permanently to their beach house in Comox, to be closer to their family, then eventually to Berwick. They made many friends and enjoyed singing with the Clef Hangers barbershop group as well as going to the Evergreens Seniors Friday night dances. Ed was also one of the 5 original members of the 3pm, Friday â&#x20AC;&#x153;Coffee Boysâ&#x20AC;?, (Ed, Tryg, Earl, Frank & Bill) at Bobbyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Deli in the Comox Mall. At the age of 93, in 2011, Ed returned to his birthplace of Bangor and thoroughly enjoyed taking part in the 100th year celebrations of the village where his family had been among the original Welsh settlers. Ed was predeceased in 2010 by Betty, his wife of almost 58 years, and his granddaughter, Laura Hubscher in 1998. He is survived by his 3 daughters: Diane Davies, Lorraine (Malcolm) Ledgard, Sue (Marv) Neufeld, 5 grandchildren: Jon (Letitia), Heather (Jeff), Cathy, Cassie, Caitlyn and 4 great-grandchildren: Emily, Aleyna, Dylan and Lily. An enormous thank you to Dr. Musgrave, Dr. Gee, the staff at Berwick, the Home and Community Care nurses and Care Aides who supported him while living at home, and all the nurses and staff at Glacier View Lodge who treated him with humour and kindness. He loved it! Also a big thank you to the staff at his favourite restaurant, Smittyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, in Comox. Particularly Sherry, who always made his visit to Smittyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really special.

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WILLIAMS, Joyce (nee Owen) Nov. 4th, 1926 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Aug. 24th, 2013 Joyce was born in Conway, North Wales, in 1926. She was the dear wife of 62 years to John Henry Williams, the precious and beloved mother to Vanessa (Glen) and Clive (Wendy), grandmother to Johnathan, Stephanie, Christopher (Stephanie) and Lewis, and great-grandmother to Charlie and Ruby Grace of Anglesey, North Wales. Joyce was immensely proud of her family and loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren unconditionally. In Wales Joyce worked in the accounting department of Woolworthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Llandudno and, later owned and operated the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Central Storesâ&#x20AC;? village grocery in Llansantfraid, Glan Conway, with her husband John. John and Joyce loved participating in village life in Glan Conway, including â&#x20AC;&#x153;Old Timeâ&#x20AC;? dancing, whist drives in the village hall, sewing, and participating in the annual Christmas pantomimes. During this time family visits and outings were always a focal point. Highlights included the sharing of family oral history in front of huge open coal fires, endless games of cards, helping with chores on relativesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; farms, and picking blackberries along the country lanes; fond and priceless memories. Joyceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s many personal interests included a great passion for gardening and all things related to nature, embroidery, knitting, and sewing. She was an ardent church goer, attending the Anglican Church of Wales, before continuing church related activities for many years here in Canada. Joyce, along with her husband John, was also an active member of the Comox Valley Celtic Club for several decades. John and Joyce emigrated to Canada in 1988. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Loved ones live on in the words they say, in the lives they touched, and in the happiness we feel every time we remember them -till we meet again.â&#x20AC;? Mum passed away surrounded by caring and love â&#x20AC;&#x201C; her family. May the guardian angels watch over our dearest Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ar Hyd yr Nosâ&#x20AC;?.

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December 20th, 1955 -August 1, 2013 Will be held at the Comox Valley Curling Club September 21st at 1 pm

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Goodless, Gerald Goodless, Gerald (Jerry) of Union Bay, BC passed away on September 10, 2013 after a short illness. Jerry was predeceased by his wife Lillian (Lily) in 1996, father Morris in 1953; brother Max in 1967; and mother Lillie in 1980. He is survived by his son, Robert White (Kathy) of Oceanside, California and their children, Heidi and Alex. Jerry is also survived by his daughter, Tara Mason (Murray) of Royston, BC and brotherin-law, Donald Frederick (Gloria) of Comox, BC. Also surviving him are nephews Mark and Dean Goodless and Ken and Derrick Frederick. Dad was born in Toronto Ontario on August 25, 1933. Dad and Mom met in 1951 when they both worked at Woolworthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Toronto. From that point on, they shared the next 45 years of their lives together, living in Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver, before moving to the Comox Valley in 1985. Before coming to Courtenay and fulfilling their dream of running a business together â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Essential Vitamins which they ran until they retired in 1995. Dad worked as a warehouse manager for Corningware, Alberta Distillers, ProLinear Acoustics and Rain Bird Sprinklers. Independent to the end, Dad was well read and was interested in a variety of topics. He was as interested in reading non-fiction as fiction, and was an avid comic book collector too. Dad also liked listening to CBC radio, and enjoyed fine dining and live theatre. He played snooker, poker, ping pong, crib, scrabble and dominos and he was particularly fond of beating everyone. Dad had a great sense of humour and liked to laugh. He used the back of Far Side cartoons to write grocery lists, notes to himself and messages re: things that needed to be done after he passed (``Tara, make sure to oil the furnace``.) Even through the tears, he`s still able to make us smile. But most of all, Dad was a true romantic. After losing his wife, Lily, after 45 years together, Dad wanted to find the next love of his life. And although it didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stand the same test of time, Mary brought love and laughter back to his life again. Dad was fortunate to have had Mary in his life for 8 years, before she moved back to Ontario in 2008. Dad will be interred at the Comox Valley Crematorium on Sept. 28, 2013 at 11 am, joining Mom, which was his final wish. A private memorial gathering at Dad`s house will be held afterwards to toast a well lived life.

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PERSONALS AL-ANON/ALATEEN - Concerned about someone’s drinking? Contact 1-8884ALANON (1-888-425-2666). www.al-anon.alateen.org

In loving memory of our Father and Grandfather, KENNETH CRAIG MACLEOD Passed on Sept 23, 2011. We love and miss him so much, thinking of him daily. Love always, Tanya, Alisha, Rochelle, Michael, Rhoshi, Faith, Simeon, and Josiah. Though absent you are always near, still loved, still missed, still very dear.

IN LOVING MEMORY GILKIN, AUDREY JUNE January 5, 1932 – September 18, 1990 MOM, If we had a single flower for each thought of you... We would walk in our garden forever. Miss you Love, Margaret Ann & Family xoxoxoxox

Nar-Anon are you affected by someone’s use of drugs, we can help. Wed. Group 7:30pm at 280-4th St. Eureka Support Society contact Jack 3343485. Fri. Group 8:00pm, Komok’s Health Centre, 3322 Comox Rd. Call Rene 334-2392.

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LOST AND FOUND

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE BC Help Tomorrow’s Families Today– leave a gift in your will. legacy@rmhbc.ca

FOUND in Simms Park: Pencil case/ wallet with 2 apt. keys. Call to identify (250)338-6120.

PLACES OF WORSHIP LOOKING for a church? What is Church? Elim Gospel Chapel and The Sword Ministries invite you to come and join us as we discover the biblical truths of what the Church is all about. Sundays at 11 am from Sept 22 - Oct. 6th. 566 Fifth St Courtenay. 250-334-2823

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS COMING EVENTS Q U I LT E R / C R A F T E R / A R T Supply Sale. Halbe Hall, September 21. 10 am till closing. Lots of fabric, thread, books, patterns. fibresoul@shaw.ca

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In Loving Memory of OLIVIA JOHNSON November 20, 1991 - September 20, 2007 Olivia’s favorite quote “A bad day of playing bass is better than a good day playing cello”

Christmas at Filberg Lodge: Nov.30th Dec 1st We are seeking crafters & artisans who produce Christmas items for sale (decorations, housewares, hostess gifts etc). If you are interested in more info about participating in our event please call Val 250 339 7659.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS If you want to drink, it is your business, if you want to Stop it is ours. Ph: A.A 250-338-8042 Call Any Time 24/7

LOST: Central Courtenay, Willemar & Cumberland Rd. traffic circle - Small Dog since Sept 13/13 - Charlie is a chihuahua mix with red-brown short hair, a small white blotch at his chest and sparse black hairs mixed in along his back, neutered male, no ID tattoo. He may be making his way back to his foster home beside Puntledge Park. Charlie is nervous. Please call 250-2180201 if you have seen him. LOST: KEYS week of Aug 21 possibly in parking lot 6th & Cliffe behind Delicados. Call 250-218-6852. LOST: Oyster River Nature Park - Small Dog since Sept 2/13 - ChaCha is a PekineseShihTzu mix with white & black/brown, straight long hair, an unspayed female, possibly injured, possibly pregnant. New to the area and fearful of being picked up. Please call 250-218-0201 if seen her, or if you have her - she is a rescued dog and needs a home, so we can negotiate if you are in love with her. But, she needs spayed and vaccinated, dewormed and vet checked.

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I’m sure you’re having many good days playing bass kiddo. Miss you every day Love you, Mommy.

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In loving Memory of my “Sweet Girl” OLIVIA ERICA JOHNSON Nov 20, 1991 ~ Sept 20, 2007

Pray, Smile, Think of me, All is well. Love always Grandma

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DEATHS

Death is nothing at all I have only slipped away into the next room. I am I, and you are you. Whatever we were to each other, That we still are.

Ernie Turner Ernie Turner died August 20, 2013. He was a long time resident of Vancouver. Dearly remembered by Joan, wife of 45 years, Patty (Ron), Pam (Randy), Wayne (Kathy), children, Sandy, Bob, dear friends and many grandchildren. Our dear pup “Lola” is also missing Ernie. Ernie served in the Army, and Merchant Navy. Sailing was his passion. He was a dispatcher for Deeks – McBride and Lafarge. Eventually Joan and Ernie owned their own trucks. He was a member of the Curling and Celtic Clubs, a COPS volunteer and also a volunteer at Comox Airport. Ernie had a beautiful heart. He was very caring and kind. His wish, no service. There will be a wake at Royal Canadian Legion 1pm – 4pm September 28, 2013.

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BOOKKEEPER required for the Boston Pizza Courtenay restaurant. Daily cash balancing, Payroll for 50 employees (experience with Payworks software an asset). Maintain General Ledger and Financial Statements, reconcile accounts, prepare accounting reports. Some marketing administration. Requirements: 3 yrs minimum Bookkeeping experience. Must have experience with Excel and Simply Accounting. Please drop resume off in person at the restaurant (2633 Cliffe Ave.) between the hours 11am–12pm or 2pm–4pm or email to:

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES SUPPORT WORKERS Required to support adults who have developmental disabilities and are living in community residential settings in Campbell River & Courtenay. Casual and FT hours available. Shifts include days, evenings, nights and weekends. Apply today at: www.CommunitasCare.com In addition, send resumes to: Lindsay at Fx: 250.286.1489 or email: lmorris@Communitas Care.com As a Christian organization that supports those who have disabilities and seniors in the community, Communitas hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring dozer and excavator operators, Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call (780)723-5051 Edson,Alta. BURGER KING Courtenay is currently hiring FT & PT Food Counter Attendants. Mature candidates & students welcome to apply. Must be flexible and able to work various shifts incl. days, evenings, weekends and statutory holidays. Wages $10.25 per hour. 2751 Cliffe Ave. DELIVERY PERSON needed P/T for the delivery of appliances & furniture. Experience is an asset, minimum 3 days/wk. Driver’s Licence req’d with Driver’s abstract. Apply to Drawer 4546 c/o The Comox Valley Record, 765 McPhee Ave, Courtenay, BC, V9N 2Z7. HAIRSTYLIST WANTED $1000 HIRING BONUS full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Courtenay location. Guaranteed $12/hour, 25% profit sharing,paid overtime, benefits, paid birthday, vacation pay, annual advanced training and advancement opportunities. Phone 1-866-4724339 today for an interview. LOCAL CRANBERRY FARM requires fall harvest crews. Applicants must be capable of successfully carrying out active physical labour in outdoor weather during month of October, 8-10 hrs per day. Successful candidates only will be contacted. Bonus earning conditions apply. Please apply by fax to 250-339-4057. YOUTH OUTREACH WORKER The John Howard Society of North Island is hiring for a full-time position. For more details, please refer to Opportunities and Employment at www.jhsni.bc.ca Closing: Friday, September 27th, 2013 at 4:30 p.m. THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: •Camp Cooks •Camp Bull Cooks Fulltime camp with union rate/benefits. Please send resume by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to office@lemare.ca.

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EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE All of us at Level 10 Eurospa are very excited to announce that BRENDA MURRAY has joined our team! Many of you will recognize Brenda as she is a long time resident of the Comox Valley and has been involved in the beauty and cosmetic industry for the past 35 years. With makeup being her true passion, she spent the last 24 years as manager of a cosmetics department and honing her skills as a makeup and skincare specialist. An extremely busy lady, Brenda is very dedicated in supporting community events, fund raising for many local charities as well as teaching and empowering women through seminars and workshops. Brenda has fallen in love with our L10 haute face mineral cosmetics and our L10 haute skin naturals skincare and wants to help us share it with you! She is performing her magic in the salon on Thursdays and Fridays. Book an appointment with Brenda and find out how to receive your Makeover for FREE! 204 - 1025 Cliffe Ave. Courtenay 250-334-0209 www.level10eurospa.com

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

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SHAR KARE FEEDS & PET SUPPLIES IS CURRENTLY HIRING The position is for CUSTOMER SERVICE/ WAREHOUSE work and will include weekends. Heavy lifting required. Forklift and animal experience an asset.

Journeyman Mechanic

The City of Courtenay invites written applications for the position of “Journeyman Mechanic” 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.

BladeRunners Project Leader Nanaimo Youth Services Association seeks a dynamic individual to coordinate an innovative program, which assists employment disadvantaged youth to find employment in the Customer Service, Tourism, Marine Host, Construction industry. The successful candidate will blend strong job development and marketing skills with sound knowledge of the customer service industry, excellent communication and conflict resolution skills, and a well-developed capacity to support and assist at-risk youth.

For complete details on required qualifications and application process, please go to our website at www. courtenay.ca and click on “Employment Opportunities”.

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This is a 35 hour a week term certain position; starting immediately or as soon as possible; which will require the incumbent to complete a successful criminal record check. Qualifications needed are a minimum of an under- graduate degree in Social Work (BSW), Counselling, Child and Youth Care, Education or related fields. As well strong computer skills in word-processing, data base entry, publisher and Excel spreadsheets is required, possess a valid BC Driver’s License. Competitive wage and benefits. The program is delivered out of Courtenay.

Solicitor’s Assistant Opportunity for a skilled, experienced legal assistant who enjoys challenging work in a highly professional, progressive and positive environment. We are a thriving, well-established and respected ﬁrm offering competitive salary and excellent beneﬁts. Apply by résumé, including salary expectations and three references, to pallan@tesseractconsulting.ca.

Resumes and cover letters must be received by 4:00 p.m. Monday September 23, 2013 by email at reception@nysa.bc.ca, or Fax 250-754-8661 Attention: Steve Arnett CEO.

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Mount Washington Alpine Resort is looking to fill the full-time winter position of Retail Supervisor for Mtn Tek, our busy repair, service, sales and demo center. For details on this position and to apply, please visit our HR website at hr.mountwashington.ca

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MEET OUR RECRUITERS – WED. OCT. 2nd, 2:00 to 8:00 pm Bring your resume and a current drivers’ abstract to Best Western Plus – Westerly Hotel & Convention Centre 1590 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay Can’t attend? Speak to a recruiter at 1.800.9SANJEL, or e-mail careers@sanjel.com today.

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WE BUY GREENS 27â&#x20AC;? long CEDAR .30 per lb. OTHER GREENS .32 per lb. Phone 250-757-9661 Email: robbinswreaths@yahoo.com Address: 1060 Spiderlake Road Qualicum BC.

FRASER SHINGLES AND EXTERIORS. Sloped Roofing / Siding Crews needed at our Edmonton branch. Great wages. Own equipment is a MUST. For info contact Giselle @ 780 962 1320 or at email: giselle@fraserexteriors.com

VOLUNTEER horse handlers and side walkers needed for the Comox Valley Therapeutic Riding Society. Prev. exp. an asset but not required, training provided. Pls call 250-338-1968 or see www.cvtrs.com FMI.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

ILSCORP.COM is a leader in the development of online learning and career development in Canada. We are looking for a part-time Office Administrator / Customer Service Representative. Duties include: processing daily sales, maintaining Accounts Receivable, performing basic accounting functions, performing general administration tasks, responding to internal and external inquiries via email, phone and face-to-face, managing and updating client accounts, contacting existing clients to offer value added services and group programs, updating client databases, and supporting other departments. Knowledge of the insurance industry is an asset. Please email your resume to nicole@ilscorp.com by Sept 23nd.

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

ANTIQUES/VINTAGE

FLOORING SALE Over 300 Choices

Lowest Prices Guaranteed! Laminates - $0.59/sq ft Engineered - $1.99 sq ft Hardwood - $2.79 sq ft

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

ELECTRICAL ELECTRICIAN Small jobs to new construction. B Connected Electrical. 250-204-2168. www.bzzzt.ca

GARDENING ADAMS TREE SERVICE. Hedge trimming,tree pruning. Log splitting, stump grinding and removal. 250-203-5324

AUCTIONS

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AUCTION - Houseboats, Boats, PWC, Trucks, Trailers and more. September 21st, Kelowna www.westernstarauctions.com

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

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZERS GIRL WITH A TRUCK, strong back and a sense of humor to help with sorting household items, organizing living space and taking away unwanted belongings. Moving, downsizing or just tired of the clutter. Call Shelly at 250-897-8748.

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HELP WANTED

Environmentally Conscious Fast Reliable Service Scott 250-792-1668

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. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

PETS HELP WANTED

COMOX VALLEY RECORD Advertising Sales Position Available

We are growing our advertising sales department at the COMOX VALLEY RECORD and are seeking applicants who are eager to join an award winning team. The applicants must have the ability to build relationships with clients and deliver superior customer service. The winning applicant will be team player and will be called upon to aggressively grow an existing account list. The ability to work in an extremely fast-paced environment with a positive attitude is a must. The successful applicant will have sales experience preferably in the advertising or retail industry. The position offers a great work environment and strong benefits package. The Comox Valley Record is a division of Black Press community news media, an independent and international media group with more than 190 community, daily and urban publications, 14 press facilities and over 160 websites in B.C., Alberta, Washington, Hawaii and Ohio. Please submit your resume with cover letter by Sept. 20th, 2013. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Zena Williams, Publisher

The Filberg Gift Shop in The Filberg Lodge, Comox would be pleased to accept donations of collectableâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, china, crystal, linens and antiques. All proceeds from the Filberg Gift Shop assist towards the renovations and restoration of all the buildings in The Park. fmi 250-339-7659

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

HELP WANTED

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HANDYPERSONS

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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

Shoppers Drug MartÂŽ/PharmaprixÂŽ boasts over 1,200 stores from coast to coast and is growing. With our commitment to customer and community service and our drive to excel, we are one of Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most prominent retailers.

HELP WANTED

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

UNDER $200

DINNING ROOM Table & 4 chairs $150 O.B.O. Oak China Cabinet $150. 250-702-5345

UNDER $300

MIDI LATHE for sale, a new Steel City Variable Speed Granite Midi Lathe $300. 250-890-0395

FRIENDLY FRANK

KITCHEN CART with wheels, $60. obo. Microwave (like new) $20. obo. 250-338-9500.

FUEL/FIREWOOD

*250-336-8731* FULL Cords cut/split & delivered, rounds also available. Discounts on 2 or more cords. Order yours today! #250-703-FIRE(3473) Est. in 2004. Custom cut, split, delivered, clean. Well seasoned.

SEASONED FIREWOOD legally obtained. Cut to desired size and length. Mixed $150, fir $160. Call (250)702-3959

FURNITURE

FEED & HAY GOOD HORSE hay for sale. 1st cut $6/bale, 2nd cut $8.50/bale. Free delivery for 50 or more. 250-338-5503.

PETS

Comox Valley BladeRunners:

Customer Service & Tourism Information Sessions September 26 at 10 am & September 27 at 10 am [must attend one of the sessions to sign up for an interview] 300 Old Island Hwy, Courtenay BC [beside the Linc Youth Centre]

7 STANDARD poodle puppies, 2 apricot, 4 brown, 1 white, healthy, hand raised, both Mom & Dad are from Island Super Dog. Vet checked and first shots. Ready by Oct 27 or earlier. Call (250)9496104 or 250-949-1152. SHITSU PUPPIES, 3 Males $550: grey & white, dark grey/ silver tip & white w/ brown patches. 250-923-4761

HELP WANTED

SOFA & Loveseat, blue fabric $250. lawnmower gas 3yrs 200. Gas Toro trimmer, 3yrs $75, Black microwave 3yrs $75. Nest 3 tables $30. Corner computer desk & chair $50, White rattan bedside tables two chairs, $30, Small fridge 3yrs $50. bed in bag $30. coffee table $20. Carpet, green 11â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x8â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, chest of drawers $25. call 250-338-0806.

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*This program runs Oct. 15, 2013 - March 21, 2014. BladeRunners is a Youth Skills Link program that builds community partnerships and connects motivated, job ready youth with valuable employment opportunities in the agriculture, food service and landscaping industries. BladeRunners is for: -- Out of school youth ages 16-30 -- Youth facing barriers to employment -- Youth not attached to employment insurance Participants will: â&#x20AC;˘ Participate in 4 weeks of paid skill enhancement â&#x20AC;˘ Be eligible for a work clothing allowance â&#x20AC;˘ Obtain First Aid Level 1, WHMIS, Cashier training, Food Safe, World Host & other related tickets â&#x20AC;˘ Receive individual support and guidance â&#x20AC;˘ Earn a wage while participating in training & work Employers will: â&#x20AC;˘ Receive 60 hours of work exposure by a participant [wage paid & WBC by BladeRunners] â&#x20AC;˘ Receive a $3.00/hr wage contribution based on a minimum $10/50/hr wage (wage subsidy option) â&#x20AC;˘ Connect with job ready and motivated youth For more information please email lakustac@nysa.bc.ca

Vancouver Island InsuranceCentres is a dynamic and expanding General and Life insurance brokerage with 14 locations throughout Vancouver Island. We have been tailoring the insurance needs of our customers for over 100 years on Vancouver Island. VIIC is prepared to offer an excellent team-focused working environment coupled with a competitive salary and benefit package. Positions Available: -Full time Auto Insurance Sales & Service Representative -Full time Personal Lines/Auto Insurance Sales and Service Location: Courtenay Qualifications: Ideal candidate must possess excellent customer service and communication skills with preferably a minimum of 1 year experience in the insurance industry. Please send your current resume along with a covering letter detailing why you would like to join our team to: Tracey Strain tstrain@viic.ca

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

HOBBIES & CRAFTS

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

GRINSHEEP FIBRE Productions. 1265 Leffler Rd. (across from the Wildlife Centre in Errington) Offering felting, spinning, knitting & weaving supplies at reasonable rates. Open Tues - Sat., 1 - 5 or by appt. Call 250-248-6306 or email: grinsheep@gmail.com

MAGNIFICENT EAGLE “Early Riser”, Norman Marshall signed & numbered print. Also personally signed by artist. Conservation framing spec. glass, $500 firm. 250-3396054. Duncan “Teacher” Lazy-Boy Rocker Recliner brand new, still in box - model 10-403, $400. Call 250-9412067.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE ASSORTED ROOKIE baseball cards. Dual cassette tape recorder and player (component - needs amplifier). Assorted VCR movies, assorted cassette tapes. Call for details (250)339-4038 or email: p.horgen@utoronto.ca

REGENCY WOOD burning insert. Classic model with gold plated door, fan. Good condition with certification. Medium size firebox 24” wide - 21” high - 17” deep. $700. Call 250650-3000.

BEIGE SOFA hide-a-bed, $250. Beige futon with wooden sides, $250. 3” memory foam for king size bed with cover, $125. All in good condition, Comox. Call (250)339-2624. BOOKCASE $20. BBQ with tank and cover, $30. All in good cond. Call (250)3395397. ELECTRIC OXYGEN concentrator - $500. 250-338-7585. ESTHETIC BED, manicure table, facial machine, mag lamp,hot stone roaster & stones. Reasonable price. 250-830-4973/250-830-3314. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? KILN - Hardly used, electric & programmable, asking $2500. Call 250-897-3142

REAL ESTATE

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REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

FOR SALE BY OWNER

APARTMENT/CONDO

3 BDRM Townhouse, corner unit, 772 Robron Rd, Campbell River. 1300 sq ft. Remote control garage. Patio. Mountain view. Close to shopping and recreation. $189,000. Please call (778)475-0902.

SUNNY COOMBS field/treed acreage. Room for revenue development. Comfortable 2 floors of 1400 sq ft. Wood, hot water heat $745,000. Phone/Fax 250-248-4495.

HOUSES FOR SALE

TSOLUM AREA Store w/2 bdrm 1 bath, living area attached. 1/4 acre yard - garden area, newly renovated. $265,000. 250-703-2195.

Barkley Square

DUPLEX/4-PLEX

FULL DUPLEX $255,000. new roof, new shed, small but cute on 0.3 oceanview acre. In Painter Barclay area. $255.000. 250-850-0998

BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED duplex in Courtenay, quiet culde-sac. 3-bdrm + den, 2.5 baths, bright, spacious kitchen, 5 appl’s, garage, private large fenced backyard with shed. Roof 2009. Close to NIC. Details & pics on Craigslist. $229,500. Call (250)3388208 or cell (250)792-0024.

2896 APPLE DR. Located in the heart of Willow Point, this 1478 sqft rancher offers 4bdrms, 2bths, newer kitchen, roof & flooring. Private fncd yard, RV parking. $259,000. http://sites.google.com/site/ 2896appledrive Kim: 250-923-6503.

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

FOR SALE BY OWNER

WEDDING DRESS, beaded halter, white, with shoulder tip veil,sz 14-16. $800.obo. Brass Daybed with trundle & mattresses. $100. (250)339-2755.

PIANO FOR sale. Kawai polished red mahogany with matching bench. Excellent condition. $1,900 OBO. Port Alberni. Call 250-723-3301.

SPORTING GOODS

KING INDUSTRIAL 10” table saw $300. Sawdust collector $50. 6’ Industrial rated step ladder w/railing $100. 20’ aluminum ladder $20. 250-3391993

NATIONAL POOL Table two sets of balls rack, six ques. $1000 o.b.o. 250-334-8606

LASER PRINTER, Xerox Phaser 5550 2 trays, 1 toner cartridge, manuals. $200 obo. 250-338-5811

ARC WELDER Lincoln 225 Never been used Asking $200 call 1250-898-8598

TOOLS

14 X 52 MOBILE - thoroughly reconditioned, wheel chair accessible, vacant. Located at Arden Mobile Home Park. $26,900 - for viewing phone 250-890-9182

CAMPBELL RIVER: Avail. Sept. 15 - Oct. 1. Lovely private custom home, 3 beds, 2 baths. 7 yrs. old. 2500 sq. ft. full front french doors and windows facing south. Heat pump/air-exchanger/air-conditioner. Huge front garden, room for 2 extra driveways. Concrete deck back garden approx 60 ft x 16 ft. deep. Old growth fir stairs, 2 beds up and huge walk in custom shower. Also antique furniture & carpenters’ tools for sale. 916 Heritage Meadow Drive. Visit Kijiji for more pics. Price $442,000. 250-286-3602.

CAMPBELL RIVER: $92,000 now asking $88,000, 1992 modular home. 3 bdrm, 2 full baths, 1600sq ft, livingroom, recroom w/wood stove, open concept, wood shed, lrg kitchen recently reno’d w/ laminate, linoleum, new paint and blinds, lrg deck, skylights, 5 appls, lrg pad rental on dead end St. not in a mobile park, well kept. Quiet area. Call Mary at 250203-3840 or 250-914-2222.

COURTENAY-E RANCHER for sale 1800sqft, custom built, 3 bdrm & den, nice yard. R.V parking. F.M.I 250-338-5962

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO 2 BED, 2 BATH, top floor condo across from Airpark. 5 appls., F/P, secure parking. Avail Oct 1 N/S, N/P 338-4280

Garage Sales

COMOX RENOVATED 1 bdrm $650/mo. Avail Now. 250-702-5339 COURTENAY1000sq ft 2 bdrm, spacious, secure, quiet, walking distance to all amentities, en-suite laundry/storage, priv entry, prking, patio. Avail Oct 1. Call (250)334-8468.

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GARAGE SALES

COMOX - 1240 Wilkinson Rd. #39. Moving Sale. Oak china cab., lots of stuff. Very reasonable Sat. 9am - 12. Rain or shine.

COURTENAY. MULTI-FAMILY garage sale. Furniture, kids furniture, lots of odds and ends. 2662-B Tater Place off south Willemar. Sat, 8am. COURTENAY. SAT. Sept. 21, 8:30am-? Golf clubs, some furniture, top quality clothes and general household & other misc. 2492 Kinross Pl.

FALL IS the best time to plant perennials, shrubs and trees. Great selection ON SALE this Saturday and Sunday, 10am to 2pm. 55 Rod & Gun Rd., Courtenay.

COMOX: 1491 Bryant Plc. (off Pritchard), Saturday, September 21st, 8am to 12 noon. Men’s hockey gear, women’s golf clubs, many other items. Rain or shine! COMOX - 1779 Spruce Way Sat. Sept 21, 9-? Large sale, heavy duty power washer, bush wacker, hunting & fishing gear. Plus lots more. COMOX: #2-2030 Robb Ave., Saturday, September 21st and Sunday, September 22nd, 9am to 1pm. Moving sale; household and furniture. COURTENAY: 4947 Topland Rd. (off Vanier Dr). Saturday, September 21st, 8am to 12 noon. 2 antique wooden mirrors, Hoosier kitchen, children’s toys and books, 5 drawer filing cabinet, craft table, 2 new round mirrors and much more. Rain or shine! No early birds please! Courtenay Flea Market EVERY SUNDAY Puntledge Road past bottle depot No booking required. Space $15 Vendors set up 7am-2pm Call Greg 250-334-1540

ESTATE SALE

4871 OCEAN TRAIL, BOWSER, BC. Thurs, Sept. 19, 12-4pm. Fri, Sept. 20, 10am-2pm, Sat, Sept. 21, 9am-2pm. Antiques, household, garden, tools, furniture, train, curio cabinets, day bed, motorized wheel chair, scooter, lift, and more! Hosted by Karen’s Transitions Made Simple www.transitionsmade simple.com EVERGREEN CLUB ANNUAL FALL GARAGE SALE Sat., September 28, 2013 9 am to 12 noon Rotary Hall Florence Filberg Centre 411 Anderton Avenue, Courtenay. Everyone Welcome. RECYCLED BIKES & tools. Large selection. Cheap and serviceable. 250-339-3734

LAST CHANCE! Saturday September 21st from 8amnoon. 2117 Murrelet Dr., Comox (near Quality Foods). Pictures and frames, Ikea table and chairs, household items, Singer sewing machine and cabinet, clothing rack. Inquire about household furniture. Rain or shine! MOVING SALE. Saturday Sept. 21, 9am-2pm. Early birds pay double! Rain or shine! 2951 Back Road, Comox Valley. ROYSTON - 4316 Briardale Road, Sat. 9-4pm. Multi Family Sale. Phaff Serger, air conditioner, Panasonic surround sound system, household items, garden items. SAT. SEPT. 21, 9-1. 80 Wilemar Ave. Household and kitchen items, linens, antique collectibles and tools, double bed foam, mini-trampoline and much more! UNION BAY - 4668 Kilmarnock Drive. 8am - 4pm. Sat. Moving sale. Furniture, household, antiques, pottery, tools, golf clubs.

WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassiﬁed.com

Two bedroom, very clean condo walking distance to town. Two units available. No Pets. $750 per month

Maplewood Manor

One bedroom condo with an incredible view. Close to shopping and town. Adult building. No pets. $620 per month

www.totalconcept.ca 250-871-4427 407A-5th Street

SIDE RAIL Protectors for a pickup with a 6 ft box. Like new $200 obo 250-339-5708

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

VACANCIES

FRENCH CREEK CHARMER 3 bdrm/2 ba on .23 acre. Many updates. Warm, welcoming & move in ready. $335,000. By appt. gardendelight@shaw.ca. 250-752-4741. Photos upon request. SARATOGA AREA- on 1/2 acre 1991 double modular home, 1800sq ft, 3 bdrms, 2 bath, 12x12 boot room, vinyl windows, new glass top stove & built-in oven, large open dining rm & kitchen, spacious living room, 12x16 legal home business addition. 28’ RV shelter. 2 sm decks on either side, air tight wood stove, forced electric furnace (natural gas hook-up) 28’x30’ detached double garage. Minutes to grocery, medical clinic, Marina, nature trails, 1/2 way to Campbell River/Courtenay. $279,000. Sunday Open House 1-4pm at 2181 Regent Rd, Saratoga. See photos on Craig’s List & Kijiji.

WILLOW POINT updated 1 level patio home. 2 bdrm, 2 bath+ den, 1300sq ft, bright & sunny end unit. Walk to shops, medical, Sea Walk. $224,900. Call 250-923-7792.

COURTENAY- 2-BDRM, 5 appls.NS/NP, new paint. $750. Refs a must. (250)334-8876. COURTENAY- TOP floor condo, Mountain view, 2 bdrm, 2 bath. $795. Call (250)7521693 or 250-228-9891. SUITE in Comox $750/M full bath,4 appliances Internet Parking No smoking, no pets. PRIVATE & CLEAN Security deposit & References October 1st. 2013 tel: 250-792-1683 email: zu2@hotmail.com

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES COMOX: 4 bdrm duplex, incld’s F/S, D/W, lawn maint. $925/mo. Avail now. Also avail, 3 bdrm, incld’s F/S, D/W, lawn maint. Avail Sept. 1st, $875/mo. Call 250-339-9805.

OFFICE/RETAIL 910 Fitzgerald Avenue Corner Fitzgerald & Eighth Prime office space available 1,825 sq. ft. available now. Street level. Excellent downtown location near Court House. On a highly visible site. Modern, well maintained professional building. Security elevator. Air conditioned. Ample parking. Suitable for retail or office. One of the finest professional buildings in the Comox Valley. For details phone 339-1222 or 339-0490

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

SANDPIPER VILLAGE 1650 Comox Ave. TWO BEDROOM Bright and spacious south facing unit. Unique floor plan with cross ventilation. Huge, private deck overlooking garden. Recently renovated. Very attractive. Quiet, mature, adult building just two blocks from Comox Mall and all services. ALSO ONE BEDROOM. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.

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

WESTWATER 60 Anderton Ave. TWO BEDROOM nicely renovated suite. Ensuite, Jacuzzi tub, fireplace, in suite washer/dryer. New appliances. Within walking distance to downtown. Well maintained and well managed building with quiet, mature neighbours. Resident social room. Indoor scooter parking. Elevator. Security entry. No pets. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

CAPRI 1081 Stewart Ave. LARGE TWO BEDROOM - Bright and spacious. Unique floor plan end unit — windows on three sides. Recent renovation. Very attractive suite. Quiet, mature adult building in central Courtenay. Security entry. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

VILLA MONTECITO 1331 England Ave. TWO BEDROOM CONDO 1,100 sq. ft. Very spacious and nicely renovated. Five full sized appliances. Very large, designer kitchen. In suite storage. Security entry. Ensuite. Quiet, well maintained mature adult building midway between downtown and Safeway complex. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

CEDAR MAOR 463-12th Street A VERY SPECIAL TWO BEDROOM in mature adult building just three blocks from downtown. Fresh, recent renovation. All new appliances. Unique, bright layout. Security entry. Large private patio overlooking garden. This is a very attractive and unique suite. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

HYCROFT 1835 Cliffe Ave. ONE BEDROOM under renovation — ready for October 1st. All new appliances and laminate flooring. Attractive suite in a quiet, adult building close to all services. Security entry. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

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RENTALS

OFFICE/RETAIL

HOMES FOR RENT

1000 SQ.FT. Office/retail. Avail immed. Downtown Comox, frontage on Comox Ave. $1100/mo. Call (250)339-3937 days or (250)339-2007 eves, ask for Ray.

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.

TOWNHOUSES

Houses & Suites 339A NimNim Pl 3 Bed 2 Bath N/S 4 Appliances $875/mth Avail. Immed.

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca

KYOTO FRIENDLY BUILDING â&#x20AC;&#x201C; DOWNTOWN COURTENAY 2 bdrm, 1 bath apt. All appliances + washer & dryer. Heated floor, low utility bills. Avail. Immed & Oct. 1. - $1,000/mth BRAND NEW 1 bdrm/1 bath townhouses within walking distance of downtown Ctny, 5 appls, beautifully finished interiors, res. pkg, N/S, cat ok w/ref. Avail. Immed $875 WILLOW WOOD 2 bdrm, 1 bath patio home, 4 appls, patio, 2 res. pkg spaces, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed - $750/mth CLOSE TO COLLEGE 2 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath townhouses, 5 appls, patio, carport, N/S, No pets. Avail. Sept. 15 - $825/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, balcony, res. pkg., N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed - $750/mth ARGO COURT 1 bdrm units, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, hot water & basic cable incl, N/S, cat neg. w/ref. Avail. Immed & Oct. 1 - $650. Call Res. Mgr: 3348602 HARBOUR QUAY waterfront townhouse, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, gas F/P, 2 balconies, carport, N/S, No pets, Adult oriented. Avail. Oct. 1 - $1,350/mth MAPLEWOOD MANOR 1 bdrm, 1 bath condo, F & S, W/D hookups, patio, N/S, No pets. Avail. Oct. 1-$650/mth PIERCY COURT 2 bdrm, 1 bath townhouse, 5 appls, laminate flrs, res. pkg., N/S, No pets. Avail. Oct. 1 $750/mth JOSHUA COURT 2 bdrm, 1 bath townhouse, 5 appls, balcony , N/S, No pets. Avail Oct. 1 - $775/mth PARK PLACE MANOR 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, gas F/P (gas incl), patio, N/S, No pets. Avail. Oct. 1 $850/mth SPACIOUS NEWER DUPLEX 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, fam rm, garage, fenced yrd, N/S, No pets. Avail. Oct. 1 - $1,300/mth TRUMPETERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LANDING Modern newer condos bordering the airpark. 2 bdrm, 2 bath units avail. 5 appls, custom finishings, balconies/patios, underground pkg, storage units, some with ocean views. N/S, No pets. Avail. Oct. 15. Rents from $1,100/mth SUNRIDGE TOWNHOUSES 2 bdrm & den, 2 bath, 5 appls, elect. F/P, carport, balcony, N/S, No pets. Avail. Nov. 1 - $1,100/mth. ROSEWOOD TOWNHOUSES 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, basic cable incl, N/S, No pets. Avail. Oct. 1 - $725/mth. Call Res. Mgr. 250-334-8602 CRYSTAL SHORES 2 bdrm, 2 bath townhome, 6 appls, B/I Vac, Elect F/P, garage, Adult oriented, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed $1,300/mth. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; listed for sale

CLOSE TO GOOSE SPIT 3 bdrm, 2 bath, F&S, family rm, carport, fenced yrd, N/S, No pets. Avail. Sept. 1 $1,100/mth RURAL HOME 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, on no thru street, 5 appls, carport, beautifully landscaped fenced yrd, deck, wired workshop, N/S, No pets. Avail. Aug. 1 $1,350/mth COMOX FAMILY HOME 4 bdrm, 3 bath, 5 appls, fam rm, garage, fenced yrd, N/S, No pets. Avail. Oct. 1 $1,250/mth COMOX RANCHER 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, gas F/P, new paint & flooring, garage, partially fenced, N/S, No pets. Avail. Oct. 15 $1,100/mth COMOX RANCHER 3 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls, gas F/P, carport, fenced yrd, N/S, small pet neg. w/ref. Avail. Oct. 1 - $1,000/mth COURTENAY RANCHER 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, fam. rm., partially fenced, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. $950/mth

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HOMES FOR RENT

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2-BEDROOM 800 sq.ft. house on Forbidden Plateau Road. Electric plus wood heat, 4 appliances. Recently renovated. $800/month. Available Oct. 1st. Call (250)334-2658 before 8 pm 8 RMS - 3 b/r, hw flrs, gas fp, fncd yrd, sgl gar, 4 car prk pad - N/S - pet neg., refs reqd $1350/mth - Avail Oct 1st gfmd55@gmail.com YORK AREA: (Campbell River), 3 bdrm, computer room (or 4th bdrm), 2 bath, no steps Rancher. Large 24â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 24â&#x20AC;&#x2122; shop with loft. Very clean home. Lotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of prkg, refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, N/P, N/S, $1400. Avail Oct 1st. Call 250-337-8669.

RV RESORT ON THE LAKE

Spots available at Great Rates. Daily, weekly, monthly. Pool, Hot tub, exercise room, laundry, putting green, hiking, fishing, Pickle Ball Court. Free coffee in one of the best clubhouses on the island. Nanaimo area. www.resortonthelake.com 250-754-1975 or admin@resortonthelake.com

620 Nootka 4 Bed 2 Bath N/S 5 Appliances $1375/mth Avail. Immed.

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

1160 Willemar Ave 4 Bed 1Bath N/S N/P 4 Appliances $1400/mth Avail. Immed.

HOMES FOR RENT

1066 4th St 2 Bed 1 Bath N/S 6 Appliances $1000/mth Avail. Immed. 4701 Kilmarnock Dr 3 Bed 3 Bath N/S 5 Appliances $2000/mth Avail Oct 1st COTTAGES

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Enjoy this charming rancher w/amazing ocean & mountain views! Situated on full sized lot, & features deck designed for entertaining, 3 bdrms, 2 baths, wood f/p, 5 appl, & large yard. Pet neg. w/deposit. N/S. $1190/mo. immediate poss. avail.

KWAKIUTL FAMILY HOME

Large family home with spacious yard backing on to Salish Park ideally located near schools & shopping. 4 bdrms & plenty of room! 2 baths, 5 appl, deck, & single car garage. Gas forced air furnace & wood stove. N/S. N/P. Available Aug 15. $1300/mo.

TOWNHOUSES / DUPLEXES

WEST COURTENAY DUPLEX

Extra large duplex with 4 bdrms up & 1.5 baths in West Courtenay. Wonderful family home was recently renovated w/ high end laminate on main floor & all new carpet up. Eat in kitchen & formal dining area. 5 appl. Fully fenced back yard & a single garage. N/S. N/P. $1200/month. immed. poss. avail.

BRAIDWOOD MEWS

Spacious townhome in quiet complex features 3 bdrms, 1.5 baths, 5 appl, carport, & large living area. Excellent proximity to schools, recreation, shopping & other amenities. Immed. ossession Non-smoking only. Small pet considered w/ deposit. $1025/mo.

GUTWALD DUPLEX

Rural living only moments to town, this 3 bedroom upper duplex features 4 appli., garage space, new deck, & large shared lot, N/S, N/P avail. Oct 1/13 $800/mon.

MOBILES FOR RENT

KENTWOOD MOBILE

Recently updated mobile is rural living, w/ comforts & amenities of town only minutes away. Includes 4 appl., & small yard with shed. Small pet may be permitted w/ref & dep. N/S . $800/mon. Immed. poss. avail.

CONDOS / SUITES / APARTMENTS

CHERRYWOOD MANOR

900sqft+ 2 bedroom corner suite located in secured entry building incl. large deck, new windows, 2 appl. & on site coin-op laundry; conveniently located near schools & on bus routes; N/S; N/P; $750/mo. incl. FREE heat & hot water. Downtown 1 & 2 bdrm condos feature fridge & stove, w/ on site coin-op laundry. Excellent proximity to shopping & Airpark, & on regular bus routes. N/S. N/P. Rent from $650/ month. Immediate & Oct. 1 possession.

CARS

MID 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122;S couple seeking quiet private long term site for 38â&#x20AC;&#x2122; RV. Royston to South Campbell River. (250)650-4552.

2005 SUNFIRE$3900 obo, very low mileage at 89,500km, 1 owner, excellent condition, very clean, auto, air, cruise, comes with spare winter tires on rims. 250-890-2042.

TRANSPORTATION CARS 1996 FORD Crown Victoria LX- 128,000 km, lady driven, excellent condition. $2200. (250)897-3997. 2002 DODGE Caravan Sport, 190,000 km, Silver, auto, fully loaded, good condition. $2000 obo. Call (250)331-1320.

2007 COBALT SS - $7,900 OBO. 1 owner, 2.4 Litre, 5 speed - pretty much loaded, fun to drive, great gas mileage. Spent $3000 recently new brakes, struts, windshield and more. Call (250)890-0071.

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

respected, adult-oriented building. Close to downtown, and ideal for seniors with bus stop out front. Arran House is well managed and maintained, and offers a friendly and secure atmosphere. House cat is accepted with pet deposit. Non-smoking building.

250-334-9717

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

For viewing please call Donna 250-334-9667

CONDOS

COAL VALLEY ESTATES HOME

Beautiful 2 bedroom, 5 appliance Cumberland home with ground level featuring tiled entrance, bonus room & laundry. 2nd level features carpeted bdrms, bath, ensuite to master, & open concept living, dining, & kitchen with walk-in pantry in quality laminate. Available Oct. 1. $1300/mo.

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RV STORAGE, 5th Wheel or boat, dry covered area. $85/month or $800/year. Fenced outside storage $50/mth. 250-338-5503.

SHARED ACCOMMODATION NORTH NANAIMO: Attention Students/Working Professionals: fully furnished room, nice, quiet area. Own bathroom, cable, FREE WiFi, shared kitchen and laundry. N/S, N/P, no partiers. $550/mo. Avail. immediately. 250-756-9746

7330 Artela Rd 2 Bed 1 Bath N/S 2 Appliances $900/mth Avail. Immed.

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1045 Cumberland Road

Available immediately 1 & 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom, in clean, quiet building with on-site manager, close to town, schools, and bus. Stove, fridge, blinds and carpet.

BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS 1 bedroom condo available close to downtown. This quiet, well maintained building suits mature adults. Bus stop is conveniently located out front. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit.

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

Call 250-334-9717 to view.

rity deposit required. To View, Call 250-338-7533

RYAN COURT 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

RUTHERFORD MANOR 1075 Edgett Road, Courtenay 1 & 2 bdrm suite available. Reasonable rent includes stove, fridge, dishwasher, carpet, blinds and storage room in suite. N/P, security deposit and 2 rental references reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d.

For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667

TOWNHOUSES TORRY PINES 1560-13th Street, Courtenay Attractive 2 bedroom townhouses have been completely renovated â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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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Comox Valley Record Thu, Sept 19, 2013 TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

MARINE

CARS

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

TRUCKS & VANS

BOATS

The Insider’s Guide to 2007 HONDA Civic Hybrid. 94,000 miles. One owner, A/C winter tires and rims. $9,500. OBO. tel 250-338-0806.

2008 LEXINGTON 283, loaded, only 18,000 miles, 3 slides. Mint condition, garage kept. $64,900. Phone:250-898-8718 or 250-702-2681

2001 4x4 DODGE DAKOTA P/U Crew cab. 243,000 kms. New price $5,900. obo. Call 250-337-5565 after 7 pm

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SPORTS & IMPORTS

2000 BMW-M, Roadster (rare) 60k-miles. Red, leather interior, new rubber. $17,900. Call (250)338-0708.

2009 WINNEBAGO ERA Limited. Diesel CRD170XL, 24’, 15,500 miles. Original owner. Bath w/sink & shower, patio awning, A/C, furnace, propane gen., micro, TV. $71,900.00 250-752-4736 / 403-691-5639

25’ ALPENLITE 5th wheel. Complete with hitch. Great floor plan, fully equipped. Aluminum frame, tandem axle. Walk-in shower, solar panels, good cond., Must be seen! Always stored in winter. $5500. obo. (250)335-1796.

Local Real Estate

2006 BOM BARD Max 3 8’ inflatable boat complete w/ keel & launching wheels. All in exc. cond., seldom used. $2350. new. Sell $750.(250)926-9119.

AUTO FINANCING DreamTeam Auto Financing “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

1995 ZODIAK 14.6ft - 65HP Suzuki. New steering & trailer bearings. $6000 OBO. 250-334-9337

2004 GMC Sierra 2500 Truck, with electric hookup & trailer hitch, V8-364, auto, canopy, 3 seat belts, AM/FM CD player, 95,800 km - excellent cond: $8000. 250-703-2525. 2011 FORD ESCAPE. Under 20,000km. Leather interior. $26,000 OBO. Ask for Dale: 250-286-9957 after 6pm. DODGE RAM 1500 4x4 black, short box canopy. $89,000km’s. $7800 O.B.O 250-334-8606

25’ PERMANENT moorage slip in Comox Bay Marina with 26’ Ranger sail boat, $2500. Call 250-218-1969.

UTILITY TRAILERS

MOTORCYCLES

1986 HONDA APSENCADE GL1200. Runs great! $2600. OBO 250-286-6363 RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

10’11” BIGFOOT Camper. 3000 Series. Top cond. Satelite TV reciever, side/rear awnings on 2008 FORD F350 Crew Cab. Lariat-Diesel, dually, 4xdrive, sliding moon roof, tailgate step, heated seats, leather, trailer tow, dual air cond, keyless entry. Two tone. 103K Km, Mint cond. $60,000. 250-286-3308

1992 AWARD 727, 27’ all fiberglass travel trailer. A/C, New gas/Elect. refrigerator, twin beds, 2 Lazy Boy chairs, flat screen TV, DVD player. $4950. 250-204-2590 or 250923-6777. terloral@telus.net 1992 TRAILER Master Coach. plastic surround bathroom. 1988 Cadillac Gold Eagle. As is. Best offers. 7745 Old Island Hwy (bright coloured pillars on drive way). 250-334-6463

1998 SAFARI 35ft. Diesel Motor Home. Showroom condition. Very low mileage. Lots of extras. 250-287-4575

2000 ARCTIC FOX - 5th wheel, 29.5 ft, large LR & BR slide, lots of extras - excellent condition, winter pkg. $20,000. 250-339-6156 23 FOOT Mallard trailer. Excellent condition. Walk around queen sized bed. Sleeps 6. Lots of storage. Good tires. Large awning. $7200. 250890-7594 rmill@telus.net

ARCTIC FOX 25R Travel Trailer- $19,800.Kept in heated storage, this 2006 unit is in excellent condition, new tires, deep cycle 6 volt batteries just a year old, thermal windows, R18 & R15 insulation, heated water and storage tanks, solar panel installed, 600 watt inverter new one year ago, extra large fridge, 22 inch oven, queen bed, jack knife sofa, dinette slide, awning, TV & satellite ready. Available. Call 250-334-7864. PERFECT FOR heading south, $19,900, obo. Easy tow, easy live. 2004 Westwind 5th Wheel, 24’6”, mint condition, slide, rear kitchen, great layout, 2nd marine battery, ‘04 F150 truck, HD, 103,000 km super cab, bed liner, tow pkg, tire upgrade. 250-586-4716.

TANDEN AXEL trailer w/brakes Heavy 16ft deck 8ft wide $1500 o.b.o. 250650-8065

MARINE BOATS 40’ LONG RANGE Charter Boat. T/C Compliant. $89,000. 250-339-7502.

16’ K&C, Yamaha, kicker, good trailer. New elect downriggers (2), Lowrance sounder, canvas, battery, etc. Great deal. $5,500. 250-650-0395

Every Thursday our Comox Valley Homes section delivers the latest property listings to your door. Find everything from open house listings to new homes.

175 BAYLINER as new, 55hrs(used)135 h/p mercruiser-in-out board hydraulic leg, full canvas on stainless steel frame (detachable)Fresh water cooling, fish finder on h.d galvanized trailer $17900. 250286-3308

TRUCKS & VANS 185 CAMPION EXPLORER. Ready to go fishing. Elec. down rigger, GPS, Fish finder Engine 135 Merc., 9.9 and more. $15,000. 250-9230528/250-287-0211

1991 FORD F250 XLT Lariat 4X4 with canopy, boat racks. $2800.00. Please call 250-336-8600

HOMES C O M O X

ALOHA 34, 1979, $52,500. In Comox with slip, good condition, well equipped, Yanmar 27 HP 3GM30S. Inflatable dingy. Suzuki 2.5 HP outboard. Call (250)334-2450.

2002 CHEVY TRACKER. 4x4, automatic, P/S, 4 door. Burgundy. Extra set of tires & wheels. $2950 firm. 250-8300988 or 250-923-5355.

1990 4x4 Sierra Ford pick-up $800. Big Bear Quad w/ 2 sets tires, snow blade & cover, $3500.obo. Whitewall Hunting tent, new, w/frame & 5’ porch, 12’x14’ $1800. (250)339-2755

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103,000km. FORD Explorer XLS. New parts, excellent condition. 2002. $8500 obo. Call 250-287-2009.

29 FT Fiberglass Sailboat, volvo diesel,moorage paid until mid Apr,2014.Reduced to 12,900 obo. 250-337-5747

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1993 BAYLINER Ciera 2556. Avail with slip at Comox Bay Marina. Radar, depth sounder, radio, dinghy & more. $21,000. For info call (250)336-8339. 1996 PONTIAC Transport van in reasonable running order. The van is equipped with a electric lift passenger seat which rotates and slides out and down so a person can transfer from Wheel chair to seat and then the motor lifts them into the van and swivels into normal position. $1,800. Call (250)890-0369.

every Thursday. SAIL BOAT: Flying Junior, fiberglass, 13ft, sails good condition, custom trailer. $1,490. Call (250)338-0708.

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Comox Thursday Night Ladies wrap up season tration at 4:30 p.m. for 5 tee off, followed by our banquet. – Glacier Greens Golf

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- #2 (eagle) and #17 Mike Pollock, #4 Richard Wand, #6, #7 and #16 Dave Brooker, #9 Ferg Webster, #11 Mike Gibbs. – Glacier Greens Golf *$1,000 Nissan Cash Bonus is stackable and is available for qualifying retail customers on the lease or finance of any new 2013 Rogue // Altima Sedan // Titan models and is deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. Offer available for qualified customers only, on approved credit through Nissan Canada Finance. Offer available from September 19, 2013 to September 23, 2013. Conditions apply. Qualifying customers must be approved to lease or finance through Nissan Canada Finance. Some conditions apply. See your retailer for complete details. Offers valid between September 19, 2013 to September 23, 2013. ^$5,000 // $4,000 // $13,000 cash discount is based on non-stackable trading dollars and is applicable on any new 2013 Rogue model except 2013 Rogue S FWD (W6RG13 AA00), CVT transmission // Altima Sedan 2.5 (T4LG13 AA00), CVT transmission, and Altima Sedan 2.5 S (T4RG13 AA00), CVT transmission // 2013 Titan models except Titan 4x2 King Cab S SWB (1KAG73 AA00) when registered and delivered between September 19, 2013 to September 23, 2013. The cash discount is only available on the cash purchase, and will be deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes and cannot be combined with special lease or finance rates. This offer cannot be combined with any other offer. Conditions apply. ◆$21,128 // $20,393// $26,178 Selling price for a new 2013 Rogue S FWD Special Edition (W6RG13 BK00) // 2013 Altima Sedan 2.5 (T4LG13 AA00), CVT transmission // 2013 Titan 4x2 King Cab SV SWB (1KCG73 AA00). $1,000 //$1,000 // $1,000 NCI Bonus Cash included in advertised price. This offer cannot be combined with any other offer. Conditions apply. ▲Models shown $30,148 // $31,293 // $39,378 Selling Price for a new 2013 Rogue SL AWD (Y6TG13 AA00), CVT transmission // 2013 Altima Sedan 3.5 SL (T4SG13 AA00), CVT transmission // 2013 Titan Crew Cab SL 4X4 (3CFG73 AA00), automatic transmission. Selling prices includes $1,000 // $1,000 // $1,000 NCI Bonus Cash and $5,000 // $2,000 // $13,000 non-stackable trading dollars. License, registration, insurance and applicable taxes are extra. Finance and lease offers are available on approved credit through Nissan Canada Finance for a limited time, may change without notice and cannot be combined with any other offers except stackable trading dollars. Retailers are free to set individual prices. Offers valid between September 19, 2013 to September 23, 2013. ∞Fuel economy from competitive intermediate/compact 2013 internal combustion engine models sourced from Autodata on 13-12-2012. Hybrids and diesels excluded. 2013 Altima fuel economy tested by Nissan Motor Company Limited. Altima: 2.5L engine (7.4L/100 KM CITY/5.0L/100 KM HWY), 3.5L (9.3L/100 KM CITY/6.4L/100 KM HWY). 3.5L shown. Actual mileage will vary with driving conditions. Use for comparison purposes only. Offers subject to change, continuation or cancellation without notice. Offers have no cash alternative value. See your participating Nissan retailer for complete details. ©1998-2013 Nissan Canada Inc. and Nissan Canada Financial Services Inc. a division of Nissan Canada Inc.

The Comox Thursday Night Ladies held their wind-up tournament Sept. 12 on a beautiful, warm evening. Winning the Low Gross Trophy on a countback was Phyllis Taylor. Phyllis also won the Willa Lamb Memorial Trophy for Low Putts. Sue Leakey won the Low Net Trophy. Other winners: Low gross - Nancy Newton, Judith McMartin, Jan Dafoe, Janice Nicklin and Lorelei Banford. Low net - Carmen DeWinter, Jean Kirby, Yvonne Baker, Mary Buchanan and Nancy Riva. Chip-ins: Judith McMartin had three. Hole prizes: Longest Putt - Laurie Appleyard - Arizona Gifts; Longest Drive - low handicap - Jan Dafoe - Tee Box Restaurant; Longest Drive - high handicap - Mary Buchanan - Shipwrecked; KP #4 - Phyllis Taylor Thrifty Foods; KP #5 - low handicap - Janice Nicklin - Chinook Forest Products; KP #9 high handicap - Mary Buchanan - Kathy Branch. As the season comes to a close, we would like to thank all our sponsors for their continued support and we look forward to their support again next year. We would also like to thank the Tee Box Restaurant for the delicious food that was presented to us all year. – Comox Ladies Golf

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*2014 Silverado 1500 with the available 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission has a fuel-consumption rating of 13.0L/100 km city and 8.7L/100 km hwy 2WD and 13.3L/100 km city and 9.0L/100 km hwy 4WD. Ford F-150 with the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 engine has a fuel-consumption rating of 12.9L/100 km city and 9.0L/100 km hwy 2WD and 14.1L/100 km city and 9.6L/100 km hwy 4WD. Fuel consumption based on GM testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. Comparison based on wardsauto.com 2013 Large Pickup segment and latest competitive data available. Excludes other GM vehicles. †Requires 2WD Double or Crew Cab with the available 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine and Max Trailering Package. Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver. The weight of other optional equipment, passengers and cargo will reduce the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow. Comparison based on wardsauto.com 2013 Light-Duty Large Pickup segment and latest competitive data available. Excludes other GM vehicles. Class is light-duty full-size pickups. †† The 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab and 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab received the Highest Possible Overall Vehicle Score for Safety - 5 Stars - from NHTSA. U.S. government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA ’s) New Car Assessment Program (safercar.gov). +Comparison based on wardsauto.com 2013 Large Pickup segment and latest competitive data available. Excludes other GM vehicles. ¥Requires Sierra Crew Cab (2WD) with 6.2L EcoTec3 engine and Max Trailering Package. Late availability. Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver. The weight of other optional equipment, passengers and cargo will reduce the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow. Comparison based on wardsauto.com 2013 Large Light-Duty Pickup segment and latest competitive data available. Excludes other GM vehicles. ©2013 General Motors of Canada Limited. All rights reserved. GM® GMC® Sierra® We Are Professional Grade ®

The Jiffy Lube Bantam T1 Chiefs were in action this past weekend for their first exhibition games of the minor hockey season and followed up a loss in Alberni with a win at home against Oceanside. According to head coach Sean Toal, the weekend was a useful exercise in evaluating the talent on this year’s squad. “Our goal was to see how our players would perform in game situations. While you get a sense of a player’s ability in tryouts, there’s nothing like throwing on your Chiefs jersey, buckling up your helmet, and competing against neighbouring communities,” said Toal. On Saturday, the Chiefs travelled to Alberni for a

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Jiffy Lube Chiefs split exhibition tilts game against the Bulldogs. The Bulldogs already had played Oceanside and Nanaimo and, as expected, this early season experience allowed them to control the play early. The Chiefs struggled to find the pace in the first 10 minutes and as a result gave up a number of turnovers. Solid goaltending by Blayre Paddock kept the Bulldogs at bay and allowed the Chiefs to settle down and play a more physical brand of hockey that allowed them to control the play. After the Bulldogs scored

on a two-man advantage, newcomer Mack Christenson replied for the Chiefs on a gritty effort. Penalties continued to plague the Chiefs and Alberni capitalized on their third 5-on-3 advantage to take a 2-1 lead. They added another power-play marker in the third to make the final 3-1. Chiefs’ assistant coach Jordan Butcher was pleased with how the game progressed. “After a slow start, we really began to control the play. Despite having to kill a number of penalties, our kids really rallied and tried to mount a

comeback. At this stage of the year, that is an encouraging sign,” said Butcher. On Sunday, it was the Chiefs who came out to a strong start and showed the coaching staff that when their effort is present, and they take care of the little things in the game, they will be rewarded. Riding a first-period hat trick by Caleb Doleman, the Chiefs jumped out to a 5-1 first period lead against the Oceanside Generals. The Generals added one in the second and another in the final minute to make the final 5-3 for the Chiefs.

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“The score did not indicate the type of game it was,” said Butcher. “We were the better team from start to finish, and the score probably makes it seem closer than it really was.” Assistant coach Steve Brown liked the play of the defence where newcomer, Kolby Antonelli along with Beckham Willis and Logan Cursley made things difficult for the Generals forwards with their physical presence in the defensive zone. “We are starting to forge our identity as a team, and with hard work, we will

be tough to play against. Oceanside probably had more skill than us overall, but our effort allowed us to keep control of the game.” Toal was pleased with what he saw this weekend and commented: “This is a great first step for us, and if we continue to improve each game the way we did this weekend, we will have some good results. “We still have a lot of work to do, but our staff believes that we have a solid foundation to build upon,” Toal added. The Bantam T1 Chiefs begin their placement round games this weekend wtih a game Saturday in Peninsula. – Jiffy Lube Bantam T1 Chiefs

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The Hyundai names, logos, product names, feature names, images and slogans are trademarks owned by Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. †Finance offers available O.A.C. from Hyundai Financial Services based on a new 2013 Accent 5 Door L 6-Speed Manual/Elantra L 6-Speed Manual/Sonata GL Auto/Santa Fe Sport 2.4L Premium FWD Auto with an annual finance rate of 0%/0%/0%/1.79% for 96/96/24/96. Bi-weekly payments are $69/$78/$436/$150. No down payment required. Cost of Borrowing is $0/$0/$0/$2,152. Finance offers include Delivery and Destination of $1,550/$1,550/$1,650/$1,760. Registration, insurance, PPSA, fees, levies, charges, license fees and all applicable taxes are excluded. Delivery and Destination charge includes freight, P.D.E., dealer admin fees and a full tank of gas. Financing example: 2013 Elantra L 6-Speed Manual for $16,249 (includes $1,250 in price adjustments) at 0% per annum equals $78 bi-weekly for 96 months for a total obligation of $16,249. Cash price is $16,249. Cost of Borrowing is $0. Example price includes Delivery and Destination of $1,550. Registration, insurance, PPSA, fees, levies, charges, license fees and all applicable taxes are excluded. Delivery and Destination charge includes freight, P.D.E., dealer admin fees and a full tank of gas. ♦Price of models shown: 2013 Accent 5 Door GLS 6-Speed Manual/Elantra Limited/Sonata Limited/Santa Fe Sport 2.0T Limited AWD are $18,499/$24,099/$27,649/$39,259. Prices include $750/$750/$3,000/$1,000 in price adjustments, delivery and destination charges of $1,550/$1,550/$1,650/$1,760. Registration, insurance, PPSA, fees, levies, charges, license fees and all applicable taxes are excluded. Delivery and Destination charge includes freight, P.D.E., dealer admin fees and a full tank of gas. ΩPrice adjustments are calculated against the vehicle’s starting price. Price adjustments of up to $950/$1,250/$3,000/$1,000 available on in-stock 2013 Accent 5 Door L 6-Speed Manual/Elantra L 6-Speed Manual/Sonata GL Auto/Santa Fe Sport 2.4L Premium FWD Auto. Price adjustments applied before taxes. Offer cannot be combined or used in conjunction with any other available offers. Offer is non-transferable and cannot be assigned. No vehicle trade-in required. †Ω♦Offers available for a limited time, and subject to change or cancellation without notice. See dealer for complete details. Dealer may sell for less. Inventory is limited, dealer order for advertised models may be required. ††Hyundai’s Comprehensive Limited Warranty coverage covers most vehicle components against defects in workmanship under normal use and maintenance conditions. TM

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