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Campaign launched to revitalize historic Travellers Hotel Staff Writer

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Canada’s Historic Places states that “the large and highly detailed Travellers Hotel building speaks to the prosperity and optimism that existed in pre-war Ladysmith,” and now, there’s a new optimism growing around the Edwardian building. The Travellers Hotel Co-operative has launched a campaign called “The Heart of Ladysmith Beats Here,” referring to the 100-year-old building that stands vacant and decaying on Ladysmith’s First Avenue. Currently owned by Mainland residents, the building is in dire need of revitalization, according to a press release. A proposal by Ladysmith resident Cathleen McMahon that the community come together and develop a co-operative has received growing support, and the process is continuing throughout the holiday season. Why a co-operative? “The opportunity to have the community own the building and be active in deciding what they want and need for entertainment, evening socialization and accommodations is vital,” McMahon said in the release. “Over the years, I have heard many stories about the Travellers Hotel and the joy it brought to the community. It seems that the place to start on revitalizing the downtown core would be to start at the beginning.” The official name of the co-op-

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erative is the Ladysmith Hotel Cooperative. This allows it to continue to revitalize other buildings and keep the growth of the tourist and accommodations going. Ladysmith is known for its “Heritage by the Sea,” but with a large portion of the heritage buildings boarded up and standing empty, it is hard to actually see what makes up the town’s namesake, McMahon notes in the press release. McMahon moved to Ladysmith in 2008 and married a local resident just over a year and a half ago. She has become an active part of the community in a very short time. “My husband Ryan and I decided when we moved here that this was it. This is the place where we are going to live our life, retire and hopefully be laid to rest, just like the generations before us,” she said. “And if this is the place I’m going to live in for the rest of my life, then it better have everything I need to live a fulfilling adventure of music, art, theatre and culture.” The plan for the hotel in its inception is to host live entertainment in a lounge setting with set fine dining food offerings. The restaurant design team has developed a number of seasonal events, from CrabFest and OysterFest to SalmonFest and PrawnFest to showcase local seafood, and the bar would be stocked with the makings of local wineries St. Joseph’s School student Fil was part of the live nativity during the second annual Old Tyme Christmas and craft breweries. “There are so many reasons for and Candlelight Walk Friday, Dec. 6 in downtown Ladysmith. For more photos from Old Tyme Christmas, STACEY CROSSLEY See New Page 3 please turn to page 15.

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In brief New report coming from Ladysmith Working Group

Ladysmith Extended Consultation Working Group will publish its new report tomorrow afternoon (Dec. 11). The report, to be submitted to the School District 68 board, will outline a new option for the future of Ladysmith and North Oyster schools that has been created from a recent round of public feedback. Shauna De Bodt from SD68 confirmed the report will be up on the school district’s website (www.sd68.bc.ca) Wednesday afternoon. The working group is looking at school reconfiguration specific to Ladysmith, with SD68 expected to make a decision during a Dec. 18 board meeting in Ladysmith. Parents from École Davis Road Elementary School have been making particular noise in recent times, as both of the working group’s previous options would have seen Davis Road close at some point in the next couple of years.

Organizers of Friday event hope to help food bank

Organizers of this weekend’s Darian Harris Fundraiser are seeking donations from local businesses to use as incentive for collecting food bank items. A fundraiser for Stz’uminus hockey player Darian Harris to help pay for his Pacific Hockey Academy fees is being held Friday (Dec. 13) at the Stz’uminus Community Centre at 5:30 p.m. There will be a performance by the Cowichan Tzinquaw Dance Group and entertainment by Don Burnstock. Stephanie Harris hopes to entice people to bring non-perishable items for the Ladysmith Food Bank by offering draw prizes, and she asks any businesses willing to donate prizes to contact her at 250-327-9674 or harriss19@hotmail.com.

No jail time for former Duncan cop in 2009 Chemainus shooting Don Bodger

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Const. David Pompeo is not going to jail. He’s also going to retain his firearm and remain a member of the RCMP following an exemption granted by Judge Josiah Wood that would have otherwise resulted in his dismissal from the force. Pompeo’s sentencing otherwise amounts to a two-year term of probation consisting of 240 hours of community work service to be completed during the first 18 months of the probationary period. More than four years after the incident, and nearly 10 months since his conviction for aggravated assault in the shooting of Bill Gillespie near Chemainus, Pompeo learned his fate Thursday, Dec. 5 before Judge Wood in Duncan Provincial Court. Before Judge Wood read a decision that took one hour and 20 minutes to deliver, he informed the packed courtroom about the answer to the question that was on everyone’s mind. “Constable, so you’re not sitting on pins and needles, you will not be going to jail,’’ Wood said. “Thank you, your honour,’’ responded Pompeo, who was supported in court by a huge presence of police officers and personnel. The circumstances of the case were reviewed in great detail by Wood, with particular attention paid to past decisions for some precedence. Pertaining to police officers, “cases of aggravated assault are difficult to find,’’ conceded Wood. In many ways, this case could be considered precedent-setting. Aggravated assault normally carries serious sentences of up to 14 years in jail. “The circumstances were quite different from other aggravated assaults,’’ said provincial Crown spokesman Neil MacKenzie. “It’s difficult to assess the impact of

Pompeo’s fine character, not only from the RCMP but the community. “Constable Pompeo’s experienced considerable remorse for having shot Mr. Gillespie. I have no doubt Mr. Pompeo’s remorse is genuine.’’ Wood felt there was no need to impose restorative justice on Pompeo with jail time, considering him unlikely to re-offend, with his impeccable previous record and a young family to support. Wood did express some consternation pertaining to the RCMP’s use-of-force training Pompeo said he followed by the book before firing a shot. “It was only by chance and good luck the shot fired by Mr. Pompeo did not result in Mr. Gillespie’s death,’’ Wood said. He questioned how the use-offorce training authorizes lethal force against a suspect. Wood suggested that “puts officers’ safety ahead of public safety.” “Constable Pompeo did what he was trained to do,” he said. “His moral blameworthiness was reduced by those circumstances. He was not motivated by anything other than self-preservation.’’ Shooting victim Bill Gillespie speaks to media following Const. David Pompeo’s There was no suggestion of any sentencing Dec. 5 in Duncan Provincial Court. ANDREW LEONG ulterior motive, Wood indicated. comes out more. What happened the case going forward.’’ He acknowledged the hardship As for the long period from con- that night was ridiculous. You Gillespie has been through, with viction to sentencing, “cases take can’t go around doing that to peo- the bullet still lodged in him and varying amounts of time,’’ MacK- ple.’’ how that will affect him from gainGillespie’s mother, Catherine ful employment in the future, even enzie said. “This was obviously a case with complicated issues that Pastula, said the contrary side to after completing a heavy duty had to be taken into account along all the glowing comments made machinery operators course from about Pompeo’s character has yet Vancouver Island University. the way.’’ The victim was clearly incensed to be properly addressed. Post-traumatic stress disorder “They are obviously going to and chronic pain, and an inability with the decision. “I was hoping he would get some come out in the civil case that can’t to engage in regular physical activsort of jail time and never, ever come out in the criminal case.’’ ity, are just some of the things that Pompeo and co-defence counsel will leave Gillespie unable to live a get his gun back,’’ Gillespie told a scrum of local, regional and na- Sarah Conroy avoided the media normal life, Wood acknowledged. after the decision and did not com- “I’m deeply disappointed with tional reporters. When asked if he would be pro- ment. Lead counsel Ravi Hira was Judge Wood’s sentencing — all the ceeding with a civil case against not there. time, money taxpayers had to pay In his reasons for judgement, for this,’’ Gillespie summed up. “I Pompeo, Gillespie responded: Wood took into account the many think it’s a sad day for justice and “You bet. “I hope what happened that night references received attesting to it’s open season on our citizens.’’

New Ladysmith Hotel Co-operative forms From Page 1 The hotel above the this to happen, too many lounge would be home to to mention, but one of 12 to 15 boutique rooms the best ones is to pro- offering overnight visitors vide a place for singles to a place to lay their heads meet, business minds to right on the main thorconverse, and our youth oughfare. The thought of people to have an alternative to what is available in our waking up on First Avtown for nightlife,” stated enue to discover what Ladysmith has to offer is McMahon. “When my oldest daugh- an exciting addition to an ter is approaching the le- already growing downgal drinking age, I would town core, McMahon notlove to have a place to ed in the release. Ladysmith has a multishow her where people go to enjoy a glass of wine, tude of personal service good music and even bet- providers, massage therapists and estheticians that ter conversation.”

could be called upon to 10,000 people through an- which would give other provide “In-room” servic- nually to stay, enjoy and local business opportunies. McMahon believes the spend. It is not the com- ties a chance to plan their opportunity to showcase plete answer, but it cer- venture to coincide with everything the town has to tainly is a great start.” the jump in tourist activity, offer is unending. Tours of Vancouver Is- noted McMahon. “Many residents feel land would start at the Why the Travellers? that the downtown of hotel and pick up tour- “Because I get the sense Ladysmith cannot survive ists from all other accom- that the heart of Ladysmith as it stands, and they are modation sites to take in beats there,” said McMaright.” she said. the wineries and artisans hon. “And without a heart, “In order for us to have throughout the Cowichan nothing survives.” a thriving community, we Valley, according to the Want to learn how you cannot just rely on our- press release. can help? selves. An 8,700-person The restoration of the Visit the website www. town cannot support 75- building is going to take thetravellershotel.ca for plus businesses. The Trav- a year or more to com- more details or contact ellers Hotel alone would plete, and the opening day Cathleen McMahon at potentially bring over would not be until 2015, info@mmgrp.ca.

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Celebrate Christmas in Chemainus this Saturday Volunteers from Little Town Christmas and the Christmas Walking Tour are working together this year to produce a one-day Christmas event Dec. 14 in Chemainus Staff Writer THE CHRONICLE

Sun, Dec 22, 2013 ROUTE: South from Firehall on 6th Avenue to Methuen Street to 5th Avenue, North to Symonds, Dunsmuir, Malone, Colonia to Brown Drive Park. We will be stopping with Santa so come out and give him your Christmas wish! STOP NUMBER 1 - 4:00 pm - Brown Drive Park Route: down Walkem, south on 4th Avenue STOP NUMBER 2 - 5:00 pm - 4th Avenue & French St. Route: south on 4th Avenue to Methuen Street STOP NUMBER 3 - 6:00 pm - 4th Avenue & Methuen St. Route: down Methuen to 3rd Ave., Christie Rd., left on Grouhel Rd. to the Diamond Hall STOP NUMBER 4 - 7:00 pm - Diamond Hall Route: South on Island Highway, along First Avenue to the Wigwam Restaurant STOP NUMBER 5 8:00 pm Wigwam (Downtown) Route: South on First Avenue, Dogwood Drive, Davis Road, Parkhill Terrace to Davis Road School FINAL STOP 9:00 pm Davis Road School Santa will have a little treat for you

This Saturday, it will be pretty hard not to get into the Christmas spirit if you live in or visit Chemainus. Volunteers from Little Town Christmas and the Christmas Walking Tour are working together to produce a oneday Christmas event Saturday, Dec. 14. For the seventh year, a dedicated corps of volunteers is putting on Little Town Christmas, an old-fashioned, family celebration with all the fellowship, fun and excitement of the season. “It’s all about old-fashioned values and making sure the whole family can enjoy themselves without breaking the bank,” Little Town Christmas chair Shelley Rouse said in a press release. “All our events are by donation, thanks to the generosity of local organizations like the Rotary, Legion, Eagles, BIA. and many, many businesses. “As well, we’ve got a tremendous group of volunteers who run the games, crafts, events and other activities as well as sell raffle tickets and help us raise funds to put on Little Town Christmas.” Rouse says the fun begins at 2:30 p.m. in Waterwheel Park and will run until about 5:30 p.m. The Christmas Walking Tour also takes place this Saturday, and it runs from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. “Santa arrives at 4:20 and that will certainly be a highlight, but there’s entertainment, games, a fish pond, hockey shoot-out, a cake walk, live nativity scene and so much more going on,” said Rouse. There will be hot dogs and hot chocolate, music, and a chance for children to have their photo taken with Santa. As is the case every year, Little Town Christmas will feature special musical performances. “We’ll have performances by the Chemainus Secondary School Band, the Calvary Baptist Church Choir, St. Joseph’s Choir and the Chemainus Community Band and Swing Band,” said Rouse. As well as Little Town Christmas and the Christmas Walking Tour, the Eagles’ annual Christmas Carol Ship Cruise will take place on Saturday evening. The cruise leaves from the Chemainus ferry dock, and tickets are available at the 49th General Store. “We’re really pleased to see everyone working together to make the Christmas season so special in our commu-

Musical performances will be a big part of Little Town Christmas once again this year. The event takes place this Saturday (Dec. 14) from 2:30-5:30 p.m., coinciding with the Christmas Walking Tour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. PHOTOS SUBMITTED nity,” said Rouse. “There’s a real spirit of Christmas, goodwill and joy building in Chemainus again this year.” The Cowichan Neighbourhood House is also hosting its annual Community Christmas Dinner Saturday, Dec. 14. Doors open at 5 p.m., and dinner is at 6 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring a side dish of salad or veggies, or a dessert, if they are able, and help would also be gratefully appreciated in the kitchen, setting up and cleaning up,

and providing music. At the same time, the Chemainus Festival of Trees at Chemainus Gardens, which began Dec. 7, will be in full swing. Explore a magical forest of decorated trees and enjoy a poetry competition, puppetry, music and more every day until Dec. 21 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 3042 River Rd. Don’t forget to bring a donation for Harvest House Food Bank.

New Chemainus River Bridge now open Peter W. Rusland

a bigger, “low-maintenance, long- and a metre higher (above the river). life bridge” that replaced the former The new two-lane span is wider too, THE CHRONICLE wooden structure. allowing bike/pedestrian lanes on both “It’s completely different than the old sides. Chemainus River Bridge reopened The feds fully funded the new bridge Monday, Dec. 2 at noon, after several bridge,” he said of the former span, delays and detoured traffic since June. whose timbers and trusses had deteri- — boasting a 50-year lifespan — with North Cowichan Mayor Jon Lefebure orated from weathering and vibration. infrastructure grants, leaving North drove across the $5-million span Mon- “Two cars could barely pass on the old Cowichan municipal taxpayers with day. He was happy with what he called bridge. This one’s concrete and steel, no cost, Lefebure noted.

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LSS students taking a stand on violence against women

Principal Cathal Walsh addresses an excited group of students during the official opening of Ladysmith Intermediate School’s new playground on Friday, Dec. 6.

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raise the required funds. “We’ve been doing all kinds of fundraising in the past three years,” said Orchard. “[That included] Friday concessions with hot dog sales, we’ve done discount card sales, Purdy’s chocolates, magazine sales and all kinds of other things.” Drysdale and company at Ladysmith town council also provided the school with funding aid along the way. Orchard confirmed all the money raised in that process has “gone to support other school activities as well as the playground.” LIS principal Cathal Walsh began proceedings at 11:15 a.m. by thanking the PAC for all its efforts over a megaphone.

Despite subzero temperatures on a bitterly cold day in town, hundreds of students flocked outdoors to get first use of the new set. Orchard believes the new playground was a definite necessity. “I think it’s very important for the children to have really constructive activities during their lunch breaks. This will provide physical opportunities for the students when they’re outside in our playground.” Orchard wished to thank local businesses Stalker Excavating, Island Aggregates, Coastal Trucking, Home Hardware, Mayco Mix and Coast Environmental for their “generous donations and discounts,” towards the playground.

It’s been three years in the making, and Ladysmith Intermediate School (LIS) officially opened its new playground this Students and staff at Ladysmith Secondary School have embarked upon a past Friday (Dec. 6). White Ribbon Campaign and are signing a pledge against violence toward The new play area is raised women. Ross Armour slightly from the rest of the school grounds and contains a some students here who were Ross Armour brand-new swing set and climbalso very passionate about endthe chronicle ing equipment. ing violence against women,” Various dignitaries were there Ladysmith Secondary School said Dolan. “So we decided to for the opening, including (LSS) is taking a proactive role step up and do something.” School District 68 representaThe Haven Society has been in the White Ribbon Campaign. tives and the Town’s deputy The campaign, led by men promoting the safety of women mayor, Bill Drysdale. worldwide, is more than 20 and children in our community Carolynn Orchard from the years old and was set up to end for 35 years. school’s Parent Advisory CounThe school has set up a pledge violence against women. cil (PAC) says a lot of hard work It is dedicated to 14 women board that reads “I pledge to was put in by her colleagues to who were murdered by an never commit, condone or armed gunman during the Mon- remain silent about violence treal Massacre of 1989, at the against women,” and it has huncity’s École Polytechnique en- dreds of signatures on it. Taylor and his fellow male gineering school. “This has always been some- teachers, as well as male stuthing I feel very strongly about,” dents, have been reading the to 49th to get extra class, and everyone Grovum’s dance said Moira Dolen, a teacher at pledge out regularly during an- Lindsay Chung money.” got excited. They or- class is hoping to raise LSS who works within Aborigi- nouncements at the school in the chronicle Grovum believes ganized it all them- half a ton of food. the past 10 days. nal education. “We want to chalThis past Friday (Dec. 6) Right now at this is the first time selves, from talking marked the anniversary of the Ladysmith Second- a class from LSS has to the store and talk- lenge other people in Montreal Massacre, and Dolen ary School (LSS), stu- gone out into the ing to the principal to town to raise money says “it’s the national day of ac- dents are working to community like this make sure it was OK and food for the food bank in any way they tion and remembrance to end help the community during the food drive to organizing shifts.” The dancers raised can,” said Grovum. violence.” through a food drive competition. “It was Mikayla Gres- $302.28 and a large The competition Keauna Miller, who is in Grade for the food bank. 12, is one of the students who “It’s a competition mak’s idea,” she said. amount of food in five at LSS is a Student Council initiative. has taken a leading role. between all our B “She mentioned it in hours on Sunday. “This year, the campaign has Block classes,” exgotten bigger at the school,” plained Karen Battie, said Miller, who was one of a student in Chelsea many showcasing the white Grovum’s B Block ribbon. “We live in a culture dance class. “We are of violence, and if we don’t making competition acknowledge it, nothing’s go- get the best of us.” ing to change. So bringing this Battie and her fellow campaign to the forefront is so dancers were outside important”. 49th Parallel Grocery “It’s not something that’s usu- in Ladysmith Sunday, ally talked about in our com- Dec. 8, collecting food munity so if we can bring this and cash donations to our students, it’s a conver- for the Ladysmith sation they can take home and Food Bank. Keauna Miller take out to the community. Every class is trying Student Then it’ll spread everywhere.” to beat the record set Expanding the campaign out by Mr. Heese, who into the community and be- raised around 504 yond is certainly something pounds of food one Miller has high ambitions for. year but isn’t at LSS “For sure it can be expanded this year, explained Dolen, alongside drama teach- throughout the community but Battie. er Bill Taylor, were the main also throughout the school dis- “We want to see instigators to get the campaign trict as well. I think that start- who’s the next Heese,” ing in schools and working with she said. “Usually, From left, Ladysmith Secondary School B Block dancers Kira Shiell, Chantal Lofstarted at LSS. the students bring in strom, Julia Forte, Karen Battie (sitting), Mikayla Gresmak and teacher Chelsea “I’ve worked with the Haven the young is so vital,” she said. money, but we came Grovum collect food and cash donations outside 49th Parallel. Lindsay Chung Society for a long time and I had

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picting the town’s history, Emily Carr-theme works, sculpture and Mr. Community got more. Schutz credited his his most precious Christmas present last long-time wife, Betty, for sharing his enthusiWednesday. The father of asm for the mural moveChemainus’ mural proj- ment that’s gone global. ect was named honou- “Karl’s an inspiration,” rary member emeritus said Andrews. “He’s a of the town’s Festival of tough act to follow.” Schutz’s ideas bubbled Murals (FOM). The kudos occurred Dec. 4 in even as he received his North Cowichan cham- honour. He advised Andrews bers as Karl Schutz, 83, received a unique art to continue adding plaque, created by Art more outdoor artworks, Carlyle and Brad Grigor, as small as four feet by and proudly presented eight feet — saluting by Mayor Jon Lefebure renowned B.C. painter and FOM president Carr. Schutz’s vision of resTom Andrews. “After 30 years — urrecting the dying mill Wow!” Schutz said of town into The Little recognition of his help- Town That Did saw its ing lead ongoing efforts heyday between 1981 to establish Chemainus and 1982. He cheered Graham as a world mural capital. then-mayor Bruce realizing that viIt boasts artworks MoTI Ad 1010S deBCF Community Engagement

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BC Coastal Ferries Community Engagement November 18 to December 20, 2013

The BC Coastal Ferry Service has been wrestling with cost pressures for more than 20 years which, if not addressed, could threaten the sustainability of the entire system.

Accordingly, the Province has engaged coastal communities and ferry users from across the province on strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of the coastal ferry network. The Province will undertake a further round of community engagement in 2013 following a province-wide consultation in 2012.

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sion. Schutz hinted at his frustration with artistic action that’s flagged since then. “It’s disappointing its taken so long. Let’s get an expediter; let’s get moving. “I didn’t take ‘No’ for an answer 30 years ago,” he said of pushing Mural Town’s artistic ambiance to complement the Chemainus Theatre Festival and other attractions to enliven dead frontage. Meanwhile, Schutz was like a little kid opening his presents Christmas morning. “This is the most unique Christmas present I’ve ever had in 83 years; I’m quite confident no one else has had one like this. “I’ll put this under the tree.”

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Dog owners who have pets spayed or neutered face less of an increase change that to only $22, but he wants a greater increase to the fee for those who haven’t had their dog spayed or neutered.

Ladysmith council has decided to impose an increase on licence fees for dogs in the town. Last Monday (Dec. 2) during a regular meeting at city hall, council discussed the upcoming increases for dog owners who pay both before or on and after Jan. 31 next year. But Coun. Gord Horth instigated a change to the current bylaw that will now see less of an increase to dog owners who have had their pets spayed or neutered, and a greater increase to those ownCoun. Gord Horth ers who haven’t had that done. “I’m not opposed to increases but I don’t think we’re sending the right message,” Horth said during the meeting. “Responsible pet owners should be Dogs without that procedure rewarded for good behaviour.” Under council’s Dog Licenc- would’ve had a fee of $35 on or ing Control Bylaw No. 1841, before Jan. 31, up $5 from $30, initially, spayed or neutered but Horth had that changed to dogs would’ve had a fee of $20 $40. After Jan. 31, initially, spayed prior to or on Jan. 31, and the proposed increase was to $25. or neutered dogs had a fee of Horth made a motion to $30, and the proposed change

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was to $35. Horth’s motion saw that remain at $30. Also, after Jan. 31, those dogs not spayed or neutered would’ve seen a fee of $40 increase to $45 but Horth had that increased further to $50. “There’s an incentive there to be a responsible dog owner. This proposal would give us more revenue,” he said. Mayor Rob Hutchins estimated a total of 1,000 dog licences for the town and said “hopefully there’s far more spayed or neutered.” Horth’s motion was seconded by Coun. Jillian Dashwood, and all components of it passed unanimously with minimal discussion. A segment of the Town’s official bylaw reads, “with an increase in the Animal Control Services fees that the town will be paying for this service, staff are recommending that the dog licence fee should be increased to offset any further subsidy from taxation.” Council will add the finishing touches to the changes in further meetings later in the month.

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“I think it’s a sad day for justice and it’s open season on our citizens.” Bill Gillespie, Page 3

t has been interesting to follow the politics of education in our neighbouring school district to the north in Nanaimo. There, like here, a cash-strapped district has been wrestling with issues caused by shortterm decision-making and plummeting enrollment. There, like here, the board of education has decided to address the issues with a massive restructuring plan revolving around multiple school closures. But according to at least one speaker at a recent school closure meeting in Ladysmith, that is where the similarities end. She pointed to rallies outside the Nanaimo school board office and threats of lawsuits that continue six months after their restructure was announced. And she compared that to Cowichan, where people are not necessarily happy with our restructure, but seem to have been able to move on with the business of educating our kids. And she said that has to show Nanaimo was doing something wrong, while Cowichan was doing something right. And she’s probably correct. People here get that school populations are dwindling. They are aware school programs have already been squeezed dry. They know the provincial government is not prepared to loosen the purse strings. And they can understand how, in this environment, it doesn’t make sense to continue operating several schools at levels dramatically below capacity. But they want to be active participants in finding solutions. And the process set out by Cowichan trustee Mike McKay and district staff seems to have allowed them to do that. Now if only the province would start injecting some new money into the system, maybe we could finally start moving forward again. —Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

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Ottawa puts on pipeline push BC Views

by Tom Fletcher

he federal government stepped up its sales pitch for new pipelines to the B.C. coast last week, as it prepares for the imminent release of the federal review panel’s report on the feasibility of the Enbridge Northern Gateway project. Transport Minister Lisa Raitt and Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver arrived in Vancouver to release an expert panel’s report on the state of tanker safety on the West Coast. It was the first of two reports that tell the Harper government in blunt terms how steep a hill it must climb to enable energy exports to Asia. Oliver gave a speech to the Vancouver Board of Trade the following morning, where he vowed to implement one of the panel’s key recommendations. Legislation is coming to ensure that polluters, not taxpayers, must pay for any environmental damage from resource development and

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transport. The panel was chaired by Gordon Houston, a former Prince Rupert harbourmaster and CEO of Port Metro Vancouver. Its report details the little-noticed fact that coastal waters around Victoria and Vancouver are already congested with shipping traffic, including Alaska oil tankers, and are at “very high risk” of an incident. Of course that “very high risk” should be seen in the B.C. context, where there has never been a serious oil spill at sea in a century of continuous petroleum shipping. The report calls for potential polluters to show they are prepared for a “worst case” discharge like the 1989 Exxon Valdez grounding in Alaska. It tells Ottawa the Canadian Coast Guard must be properly funded to serve as incident command. Oliver recounted efforts made so far, including annual tanker inspections, increased aerial surveillance and marine markers. And he reminded his audience that Canada’s only energy

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Politics and protesters aside, these are the facts for B.C. The prosperous provinces in Canada today are Alberta, Saskatchewan and Newfoundland, based mainly on energy development. The rest are struggling. B.C. continues to lose skilled workers to Alberta, where oil sands development continues to expand despite the continuing chorus of U.S.-financed misrepresentation of its environmental impact. It’s a key moment in Canadian history. This is where we see if we can go beyond our status as a client state of the U.S. This year’s B.C. election, where pandering to urban protest backfired on the NDP, suggests a new seriousness in the public mood. More people understand today that our comfortable modern society with freeaccess health care is a fragile thing. We have it better than most of the world, for now. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press.

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export customer, the U.S., is about to surpass Saudi Arabia as the world’s largest petroleum producer. The second federal report was from Doug Eyford, a lawyer who has been meeting for months with aboriginal communities in northern B.C. and Alberta. He found, as Enbridge has reported, that many aboriginal communities are working with energy producers to get the economic activity they so desperately need. Eyford’s report is no whitewash either. It reminds Ottawa that B.C.’s unresolved aboriginal title and a general lack of trust of both the energy industry and the federal government are key obstacles to the largest economic opportunity in the world today, the rise of Asia. Eyford was dealing with the profusion of gas pipeline projects that are set to cross northern B.C., as well as the Enbridge and Kinder Morgan Canada oil proposals. The entrenched opposition is against oil, particularly heavy oil in tankers.

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Editor: United Way Central and Northern Vancouver Island is a proud funder of two effective programs in Ladysmith: the Family Resource Program at LaFF (the “community living room” program for children and adults with nutritious meals, and parenting support) and the Dad’s Group at the Ladysmith Resources Centre Association (where dads and their children from marginalized families experience enriching and fun times together). Every fall, United Way runs a fundraising campaign to raise dollars for these much-needed programs. This year, our goal is to raise $750,000 for 33 programs in the Central Island area. Donations are invested back into the communities like Ladysmith where the money is raised. To ensure that the LaFF and LRCA programs are funded in 2014, please make a donation to United Way Central and Northern Vancouver Island today at www.uwcnvi.ca or at 250-7297400. Or call us if you would like to volunteer with the United Way. Thank you for your support! By giving, you will ensure that programs and services will continue to move people out of poverty, support kids to learn, grow and thrive and connect people in need with supports and services to make positive changes in their lives. These programs are essential to a healthy and strong community. Our board and staff would also like to thank the following workplaces who are running campaigns this fall for United Way. They care and act on that caring by contributing to a healthy community in Ladysmith: • BMO Bank of Montreal • RBC • CIBC • Town of Ladysmith

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Stacey Crossley sent us this great photo of shoppers perusing the delicious delights at the Old Town Bakery during Light Up. If you have taken any photos that you’d like to share with us, please send them to editor@ ladysmithchronicle.com. • Island Health Signy Madden Executive director United Way Central and Northern Vancouver Island

Cinnamon Bun Fun Run organizers thank Starbucks Editor: The Cinnamon Bun Fun Run organizers acknowledge the generous and “hands-on” support of Starbucks Coffee Canada during our recent charity fun run for the Ladysmith Food Bank. Vancouver Island District Manager Gillian Sharpe and her crew of friendly and engaging baristas from Victoria, Duncan and Nanaimo nurtured body, mind and the human spirit by serving up premium hot chocolate and their much loved coffee (valued at over $1,000). In addition, Starbucks has kindly con-

tributed $1,500 each of the past two years to our Food Bank. Kudos to Starbucks and all of the supporters of the Cinnamon Bun Fun Run.

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Ladysmith Light Up was perfect Editor: Wow, {Nov. 28]’s Light Up was just great — actually it was PERFECT. I know this because during the fireworks, from behind where we stood, we all heard a young boy exclaim very loudly: “This is just PERFECT.” We all laughed and agreed, yep, and he was right. From the time we wandered in from the Diamond to the fireworks, all was perfect. People were many, and all seemed happy. Spaghetti dinner was good, lights were bright, parade was

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Thank you for installing speed bump at Transfer Beach Editor: Thank you, thank you City Hall and Parks and Recreation for installing a speed bump at Transfer Beach at the dog and kid crossing. Another one at the playground area downhill and perhaps planting two “slow crossing” signs would ensure no more accidents ever occurring here! Bob Devine Ladysmith

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Ladysmith residents who need to mail Christmas cards and presents have a new option, as of this week. With the postal service’s busiest time of the year just one week away, Canada Post is welcoming Steve Robinson and Steve Wilkinson, the pharmacists/owners of the Pharmasave at 441 First Ave. in Ladysmith, to its retail network. The new postal outlet will open for service Thursday, Dec. 12, offering all standard Canada

Post products and services, in addition to extended business hours. “The needs of our customers are everchanging and that is all the more apparent as we head into this very busy holiday season,” Doug Jones, senior vice-president of delivery and customer experience at Canada Post, said in a press release. “As the country’s home delivery company, Canada Post is being proactive in responding to the noticeable shift toward online shopping and use of our parcel delivery system. “Partnering with lo-

cal entrepreneurs, boxes, money orders, Pharmasave is happy such as Mr. Robinson government forms — to be providing postal Revenue services to the town and Mr. Wilkinson, including enables us to continu- Canada and Passport of Ladysmith and the ally improve upon the Canada — and debit/ surrounding commuservices we offer and credit card payments. nity,” said Robinson. to meet or exceed our Services will be avail- “With our knowlcustomers’ expecta- able seven days a edgeable staff, extions in delivering the week — Monday to panded hours and online world to all Ca- Friday from 9 a.m. to beautiful store, we 8 p.m., Saturday from are committed to nadians.” The new postal 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. providing you the outlet will offer par- and Sunday from best service expericel pickup, shipping, noon to 5 p.m. ence possible,” added stamps, post office “ L a d y s m i t h Wilkinson.

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The Ladysmith Archives celebrated its fifth anniversary Nov. 19 with an open house celebration at the Archives, below Tim Hortons on First Avenue. During the open house, a table was set out with a display of various artifacts, including this record book from the Canadian Collieries (Dunsmuir) Ltd. showing employee lists from about 1918. Here, Ladysmith and District Historical Society volunteers Brian Williams (the society’s vice-president) and Alistair Couwenberg look through the book. The Ladysmith Archives is a small group of volunteers dedicated to preserving, organizing and making available to all Ladysmith’s archival records, including photographs, sound recordings, maps, paintings, building plans, ledgers, newspapers and directories. Public access to the archival material is free. LINDSAY CHUNG

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If you need a little stress relief during the busy holiday season, look no further than the Yellowpoint Christmas Spectacular, playing until Dec. 20 in Courtenay, Cedar and Nanaimo. This annual dancing and singing extravaganza, now in its seventh season, is full of colour, beauty and joy, and it’s no surprise why this has become a Christmas tradition for local families. This year’s production features a cast of 14 talented singers, dancers and musicians performing everything from traditional Christmas carols and holiday readings to Queen songs and a James Bond theme medley. It’s a terrific mix of Christmas-themed pieces and non-holiday pieces. The minute you walk into the Cedar Community Hall, you are transported into a winter wonderland. The hall is transformed with colourful sparkling Christmas lights, wreaths and garlands. You’re already in the Christmas spirit, long before the show even starts.

Live theatre can be a great escape, and as Felix Leblanc, who is singing in his third Yellowpoint Christmas Spectacular this year, says in one of the readings: “The audience knows this is the last place they can be heard … the audience, singers, dancers, musicians, we’re all a little more real together than we were apart. That’s the ticket, and that’s what the ticket’s for.” It’s a chance to clap along, sing along to your favourite Christmas carols and get lost in the magic of live theatre. The two-act Yellowpoint Christmas Spectacular moves through a variety of different numbers, broken up by readings, a Christmas quiz for the audience and jokes. The song and dance numbers are all performed in front of a fantastic live band, and the costumes are incredible in each scene. A couple of my favourite moments were a beautiful, moving dance to the theme from Schindler’s List in the first act and a Charlie Chaplinthemed dance/comedy to start the second act. The Queen medley that

closed the first act was a ton of fun and seemed to be a big hit with the audience Sunday night, and the James Bond medley in the second act was very well done, with great dancing, fog and a powerful performance of “Skyfall” by soprano Jaclyn Nestman. Including an audience singalong in the program was a fun touch, and the Michael Bublé medley was full of energy and seemed to also be a crowd favourite. Producer/director Katy Bowen-Roberts, who grew up in Ladysmith, came out to sing “I’ll Be Home For Christmas” and “Over the Rainbow” near the end of the show. She has a beautiful voice, and it was great to see someone who works so hard behind the scenes out on stage. The finale lived up to the production’s “spectacular” name. I left with a smile on my face and a feeling that I can’t wait until next year’s show. And I know I wasn’t the only one. Visit www.yellow pointchristmasspecta cular.ca for show times and more details.

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Ladysmith doctor joins Yellow Point Singers for Dec. 15 Christmas concert Yellow Point Singers are again preparing for along with their director, Doug Roszmann, and their annual Christmas concert, “Songs of Win- their accompanist, Sharyn Andruski-Collins. ter and the Holidays.” This year, the director’s podium will be shared This year’s concert will be held this Sunday with Ainslee Young, who has been working on (Dec. 15) at 2:30 p.m. at Oceanview Commu- several of the selected pieces. nity Church at 381 Davis Rd. in Ladysmith. The repertoire includes music to suit all Practices began back in September at Cedar tastes — some traditional, some in a jazzy Secondary School, where the Yellow Point style, a calypso and a song from Brazil, accomSingers rehearse every Wednesday evening, panied, as always, by some audience participation with the Christmas Carol Sing-Along. The guest performer this season is Graham Brockley, who is probably more widely known as a doctor with a general practice in Ladysmith. Last spring, Brockley played the lead role in the local production of Oklahoma, a first for LaFFwould would like to publically say LaFF like to publicly say him as a performer in a major musical producTHANK YOU

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tion. His mellow tenor voice proved a hit with audiences, and he was persuaded to join forces with Yellow Point Singers for both performances this Christmas. Brockley’s selection includes some classical works, as well as seasonal favourites, and he will join with the choir for an arrangement of David Foster’s “Grown Up Christmas List.” As always, the performance will be followed by an informal reception with light refreshments, providing an opportunity for choir members and their guests to share seasonal goodwill. Tickets for Sunday’s Christmas concert are $10 each or $20 for a family and are available from choir members or at the door. — Submitted by Joan Roszmann

Graham Brockley is the guest performer at this year’s Yellow Point Singers Christmas concert, Dec. 15 at Oceanview Community Church. Here, he is pictured with Ainslee Young, who is sharing directing duties with Doug Roszmann for the concert. Photo Submitted

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Ladysmith celebrated the second annual Old Tyme Christmas and Candelight Walk Friday, Dec. 6. The night, presented by the Ladysmith Downtown Business Association, featured horse and carriage rides, lantern making workshops, a candlelight walk, carolers, late-night shopping, Christmas crafts, visits with Santa, family portraits and much more in festive downtown Ladysmith.

Clockwise from top left, Carol Van Acker gets into the spirit of Old Tyme Christmas during the candlelight walk; a happy group is ready for the candlelight walk after making their candle lanterns during one of the lantern making workshops; carolers fill the air with the sweet sounds of Christmas; the horses from the horse-drawn carriage rides were a big draw; and St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s School principal Bern Muller and a handful of students who participated in the live nativity scene. Stacey Crossley/Teresa McKinley

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Burns says she is a big fan of all Christmas carols with “cool changes.” “Right now, I am in love with an arrangement of ‘The Christmas Song’ by Mel Torme,” she said. “I grew up with eastern European ‘Kolade;’ they are beautiful but very dark sounding.” Burns says jazz music appeals to her for many reasons. “The word ‘jazz’ is a very broad term, but it’s more accessible and ‘listener-friendly’ than people think,” she said. “There are elements of the blues, homage to the greats (Billy, Ella, Sara, Anita, Peggy) and little bits of every record I ever fell in love with that come out in each tune. I suppose that’s why I accept the label. With standards, I get to take the most risk. That is until I write my own material.” For more information, visit www. zandraburns.com.

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Two goals against was like a huge collapse for Cowichan LMG Pringle Nov. 24. Cowichan went into its Div. 1 Island Soccer League game with just one goal allowed in 10 games, but the total went through the roof in a 2-0 loss to Bays United Liquor Plus. Actually, the two goals didn’t exactly signify some sudden problem with the team. One came on a penalty shot and the other late in the game when Cowichan was pressing forward to take a shot at the equalizer. The result tightened up the standings

considerably behind Cowichan, with Bays United, Saanich, Vic West and Nanaimo all just seven points apart. “We just made the league very interesting,’’ said Cowichan coach Glen Martin. “Five teams realistically have a chance to win the league.’’ Bays scored at the 30-minute mark when Dan Cummings went down in the box and Kellen Holden scored on the ensuing penalty. Cowichan got things going toward the end of the first half and the momentum carried over into the second. “We really outplayed them in the second half,’’ said Martin. He was amazed Cowichan didn’t tie the

score on a flurry of activity around the Bays net, guarded by highly-regarded Elliot Mitrou. Steve Scott hit the post, Connor Crichton’s rebound shot was stopped by Mitrou and then another attempt went off Bays for a corner kick. “That summed our night up,’’ said Martin. “It was not meant to be.’’ Crichton had another great chance later, but couldn’t convert that one, either. The inevitable push for the equalizer led to a goal the other way in the 85th minute by Bays’ Matt Northrup. Cowichan is feeling a bit of a pinch with only 11 regular guys and some callups for the game, while Bays loaded up with 19 guys available.

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Brown, Beverly Dorothy Aug 26, 1941 - Dec 3, 2013 Born in Welland Ontario, and taught at Niagara College (Welland) for 28 years. After she retired to Nanaimo, she volunteered for the Nanaimo Museum and served on the board of the Central Vancouver Island Boys & Girls Clubs. Beverly is survived by her husband of 50 years (William), a daughter (Tammy) in Nanaimo and son Sean (Salome) in Ontario. She is also survived by ďŹ ve grand children and nieces and nephews in three provinces. No service by her request. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, donations may be made to the Cancer Society or Hospice Society or a charity of your choice. Many thanks to Dr. N. Janssen and the nurses in area 6 at Caledonian Clinic. Also to Dr. W. Redpath and the staff of the Palliative Care Unit at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. REMEMBERING Jessie Henrietta ECHEVARRIA (1921â&#x20AC;&#x201D;2013)

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Jessie and Nick together became BahĂĄâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Ăs in 1958 attracted initially by the teaching: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The World is One Country and Mankind its Citizensâ&#x20AC;?. Jessie served on BahĂĄâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Ă Spiritual Assemblies and was secretary for many local as well as regional institutions. The Echevarriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also assisted with the development of the BahĂĄâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Ă communities in Iceland, Spain, and their home town Liverpool. Jessieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Nickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love for each other was not anchored in time or space, but in service to humanity. They were married for 71 years. Jessie is survived by daughter Lynn Echevarria, and five grandchildren who Jessie loved dearly: Michael Echevarria, Jennifer L. Lightbody and her son Drew, Julia R. Howe and her daughters Melanie and Jessica, Geoffrey W. Howe and his sons Shea and Aylen, Gwen J. Wright and son Alexander. Jessieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s son Paul predeceased her in 2005, and husband Nicolas in August, 2013. The family wish to thank all nursing staff, care aids, and administrative staff at Sunridge Place, for their excellent care and kindness to the Echevarria family. Memorial service was held at Sands Funeral Chapel, 187 Trunk Road in Duncan on Saturday, December 7, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. Interment followed at Shawnigan Lake Cemetery then a celebration of her life at the Arbor Reception Centre at Sands Funeral Chapel. Condolences may be offered online at www.sandsduncan.ca

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Jessie Echevarria passed away in Duncan at Sunridge Place on November 30, 2013. Jessie, nĂŠe Davison, was born on 2 January 1921 in Liverpool, U.K. Jessie had a gentle, quiet, disposition and a love of flowers, children, and animals. She met Nick her future husband when she was 15, he 17, and they later married in 1942. They had two children Paul and Lynn. After the war, the shortage of housing in badly-bombed Liverpool, and the opportunities elsewhere for their children, precipitated the familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s move to Canada in 1956. Jessieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most fulfilling work, beside child rearing and homemaking, was her work for eight years as a teacher of special needs children; it was the kind of work for which she was well suited and that drew on her creative, empathetic, and loving nature.

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RUTTI, Sharon Wanda 1944 - 2013

Sharon Wanda Rutti (Eves) passed away suddenly on Friday, November 29, 2013 in the Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria BC. Sharon was born to the late Robert Willard and Jane Frances Eves in Brantford, Ontario on February 14, 1944. Sharon moved to Victoria, BC to start her career as a Registered Nurse and worked out of the Royal Jubilee Hospital. In 1967 she met her future husband, Douglas Oiva Rutti. They married in 1969 and lived in Cedar, BC. Sharon worked as a RN in the palliative care unit at the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital until she retired in 2004. She was passionate in working with this specialized unit as was evident in her mentoring and training many colleagues. Sharon enjoyed camping, ďŹ shing and hunting with her family and many friends. She was known for her love of baking and ladybugs and going to bingo. Sharon is survived by her husband Douglas Oiva Rutti of 45 years, her son Steven Douglas Rutti (wife Cathy) and grandchildren, Hailey and Coleton. She is also survived by her sisters Janis and Carole Ditomaso (Frank) and their children. As well as mother-in-law Ethel Rutti, brotherin-law Harold Rutti (wife Debbie) and their children. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, the family is requesting donations be made out to the BC Cancer Society. A celebration of life will be announced at a future date.

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Help Wanted LADYSMITH PRESS needs physically fit individuals for their continually expanding collating department. Part time positions available 8 - 16 hrs/wk, $10.34/hr. Afternoon and graveyard shifts - must be available Tuesdays or Wednesdays or both. Benefits, profit sharing and advancement opportunities. Please submit your resume between 9 am and 5 pm in person to: Ladysmith Press, 940 Oyster Bay Drive, Ladysmith, BC or mail to: Ladysmith Press, PO Box 400, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A3. No phone calls please.

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE APPLIANCES APT. SIZE deep freeze $125. Medium size up right deep freeze $150. White 17cu ft fridge, $200. White 30â&#x20AC;? range $175. 30â&#x20AC;? almond range $125. White 30â&#x20AC;? propane stove $150. Apt size front load washer, dryer, $300. Kenmore Washer dryer sets $200-$350. Washers $150-$250. Dryers $100-$150. Built-in dishwashers $100-$150. White portable dishwasher $100. 6 month warranty on all appliances. Please call Greg at (250)2469859.

FURNITURE ESTATE FURNISHINGS: Free standing Rifle cabinet, approx 25â&#x20AC;?x55.5â&#x20AC;? $50. Round oak table, pedestal base w/ 2 leaves & 4 matching chairs $300. Computer desk, approx 50â&#x20AC;?x23â&#x20AC;? $10. TV stand, corner unit, approx 22â&#x20AC;?x36â&#x20AC;?, $45. 27â&#x20AC;? TV, Sanyo, corner unit $25. with Panosonic VCR $15. Portable mini bar $30. Reclining armchair, taupe $25. Wingback parlour chair, pink/blue multi fabric $25. Sofa, black leather, full size $250. Sunburst Canada #3 crock $55. Chest freezer $15. Call (250)245-7767, 12-8pm. Ladysmith. NEW QUEEN MATTRESS SET. Brand new. In original plastic. $200. (250)713-9680

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COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL SPACE for rent in Ladysmith. 276 sq ft. Suitable for hair salon or office, storefront parking, popular 1st Avenue building. Available now 250-245-4525.

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Up Coming PLEASE SUPPORT LSS GRAD CLASS OF 2014 - The LSS grad class of 2014 has an account set up at Junction Bottle Depot. Please drop off your bottles and request the funds be deposited into the LSS Grad 2014 account or call a grad and they will be happy to come pick them up. CELTIC CHRISTMAS CONCERT WITH ANNA ATKINSON - Sun, Dec 22, 7 pm at Cedar United Church. Everyone welcome. Tickets $10. Contact Paula 1-250- 650-6413. CO-ED BADMINTON - for adults and youth held Tuesdays at North Cedar Intermediate gym. Fun for all levels Equipment supplied. 7:00 - 8:30. $2 drop in fee. Phone Karen 250 722 2414 ext 249 LADYSMITH LEGION DRUM & BELL CORPS - is in desperate need of new members - especially drummers. We have the equipment and will teach you how to use it. Practice on Sat, 10-11 am upstairs in the Legion Hall. For info call Dorothy Reith 250-722-2945 or Eileen Chandler 250-2452077. Come out and give it a try!

On Going BORN HEALTHY - a program for pregnant women and new moms. Check out “Born Healthy Ladysmith” on Facebook or call Kate at 250-245-3079 (the LRCA). Wednesdays from 10-1:30 with drop-in office hours for one-on-one on Mon and Tues from 10-1:30.

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CHEMAINUS SKETCH GROUP - Painting and sketching group meet on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. New members welcome. 250 245 5810 LADYSMITH MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP - Meets on the 1st & 3rd Friday of the month 1:30 pm basement of Ladysmith Resource Centre. LADYSMITH CELEBRATIONS SOCIETY Ladysmith Days. Ladysmith city hall, on 3rd Tuesday of every month, 7 pm 250-2452263. www.ladysmithdays.com DAD'S GROUP - Drop In Breakfast - Program of the Ladysmith Resources Centre Association. 630 - 2nd Ave., Upper Floor, Saturdays, 10 noon. 250-245-3079. ALZHEIMER/DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUP Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesdays. Call Jane Hope, Alzheimer Society of BC at 250-7344170. COWICHAN VALLEY HOSPICE Emotional support for those facing a life threatening illness, family and friends and for those grieving the death of a loved one. 1-888-7014242. Group, telephone & individual support available. NORTH OYSTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY Engraved bricks fundraiser. Info call Bob Handel at 250245-0919. LADYSMITH AND DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY - urgently requires volunteers as Museum hosts, also, the archives need interested people to assist with research etc. 250-245-0100. LADYSMITH SALTAIR GARDEN CLUB Every third Thur at 7:30 pm, First United Church Hall, (corner of High St & 3rd Ave) with in-garden meetings June, July, August. Come& grow with us! New members always welcome. $10 membership, $2 drop-in. LINE DANCING Chemainus Seniors Drop In Centre. Tuesdays, 10 - 11 a.m. Jo Kelly: 250-245-1185. AL-ANON - Meets 7:30 pm Tuesdays, downstairs at Ladysmith Resource Centre Association. NARCOTICS

Beyond Your Expectations

ANONYOMOUS - Meets Sundays, 7-8 pm Downstairs at Ladysmith Resource Centre Association. DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB - Meets Tuesdays weekly, 1 pm. Beginners welcome. Town and Country Mobile Home Park. 250-245-4522.

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LADYSMITH LEGION LADIES AUXILIARY Meets 2nd Wednesdays monthly, 7 pm.

5,000 $

NANAIMO-CEDAR FARMER’S INSTITUTE Cedar United Church Hall. 2nd Thursdays Oct. to June. Visitors welcome. Info: 250722-3397. PROBUS CLUB OF LADYSMITH (for information see www.probus.org), meets every third Wed morning of the month at the new Seniors' Centre Hall, 2nd Ave. and Buller St. Doors 9.30. No mtg. in August. Call Rlob Johnson 250-245-5001 or Grant Bridgeman 250246-1496. LADYSMITH MEDITATION Drop in Wednesday nights, 7 pm., 281 Dogwood Dr. Meditation lessons, discussion & goodies.  Free. 250-245-4102. bjhiggs@ shaw.ca LADYSMITH HEALTHCARE AUXILIARY GIFT SHOP is in need of volunteer clerks for our shop at the Healthcare Centre. We are also looking for knitters to contribute to our shops. For more information please call Cathy @ 250-245-2240. DO YOU WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY? - Kiwi Cove Community Garden is looking for volunteers to grow organic produce for the Ladysmith Food Bank. Please contact Bill Tilland 250-924-5269. KINSMEN/BROWN DR. PLAYGROUND PROJECT HAS SET UP A FUNDRAISING ACCOUNT at the Junction Bottle Depot, on Ludlow Rd. in Ladysmith. Take your empties to the bottle depot, funds credited to the Kin. Park Playground account. NANAIMO/LADYSMITH COMMUNITY BAND Wednesdays, 6:30 pm, NDSS Band Room. New members welcome in concert and/or dance band. Ted: 250-722-3088.

4,000

Pennies for Presents has been ‘re-coined’ as

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Please bring your donations to The Chamber of Commerce at 2,000 411B First Ave. or The Chronicle office at 940 Oyster Bay Dr.

All coins collected go to the Ladysmith Christmas Cheer Fund

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The Last Word

Smile of the Week What’s your name? “Colin Pickell.” What’s your hometown? “Ladysmith.” What do you do? “I am the manager of 49th Café.” What do you like most about your community? “All of the young families here.” What was your proudest or happiest moment? “The birth of my two boys.” What scares you more than anything else in the world? “Running out of coffee.” If you were Emperor of Vancouver Island, what would your first imperial proclamation be? “I would make it illegal to drive in the left lane unless passing.”

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• Students living in Ladysmith who are thinking about becoming elementary school teachers will soon have access to another full university degree program close to home. Vancouver Island University (VIU)’s Cowichan Campus will offer a five-year Bachelor of Education degree program, starting in September 2014. VIU’s Bachelor of Education program to train elementary school teachers has only been offered at VIU’s Nanaimo campus, but come September, students have the option of completing their entire degree at VIU’S Cowichan campus in Duncan. Eligible students selected to enter Year 3 of the program must have completed two years of post-secondary credits, including pre-requisites including six credits of English, and three credits each of math, science and Canadian studies. All pre-requisite courses are offered at VIU’s Nanaimo and Cowichan campuses. Education advisor David Sufrin says Bachelor of Education students will have opportunities to complete practi-

cum assignments in Club is hosting a High on-field sessions, and various schools on Performance Soccer childcare is available. Vancouver Island, Camp Dec. 20-22 with There will be sessions elsewhere in B.C. and head coaches Riley for players aged nine internationally. O’Neil and James to 12 and for players For more informa- Merriman. aged 13 to 17 par day, tion, visit www.viu.ca/ The camp is called and sessions take education. “Setting your goals, place at Oliver Woods • Don’t forget to drop going after your Community Centre off your spare change dreams” and is based in Nanaimo or Arbuat the Chronicle or on goal setting, devel- tus Meadows in Nathe Ladysmith Cham- oping good training noose Bay. Visit www. ber of Commerce of- habits and achieving midislesoccer.com fice for the Coins for your soccer dreams. for more information Kids campaign. All The camp features and to find a registramoney raised goes both classroom and tion form. to the Ladysmith Resource Centre for Christmas Hampers. • The Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) and BC Transit are getting into the spirit of the season with free local transit service, including handyDART, on Dec. sponsored by by 13, 14, and 15. sponsored The free service sponsored by is available on local routes in the Cowichan Valley Regional Transit System, but excludes the Cowichan Valley Commuter to Victoria. For more information, call 250-746-9899 or consult www.bctransit.com/regions/cow. Honeymoon Bay and Youbou Connector information can be found by calling 250749-3311 and handyDART inquiries should be directed to 250We have all of your gift ideas wrapped up! 748-1230. We have all of your gift ideas wrapped up! Visit save.ca and check it out! We have all save.ca of your and giftcheck ideas it wrapped up! Visit out! • The Mid-Isle Soccer

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SUNDAY SERVICE

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The 100-click limit is commonly referred to as unrealistic on today’s welldesigned highways. Keith Morgan

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Hike those highway speed limits, say a third of BC residents suburban highways and A significant number of 120 on the Coquihalla British Columbians clearly is reasonable. In my don’t buy the safety manexperience, it is not tra that speed kills. speed alone but excesIn fact, according to a sive speed combined new Insights West poll, with over-driving the conducted in partnership weather/road condiwith Black Press, 37 tions that kills. It is also percent of residents (and 39 percent of drivers) More than half of true to say that that dramatic speed differbelieve a higher speed those polled believe entials of traffic is also limit should be posted a major contributor to on our major highways. the province should Currently, 100 km/h is the not bring back photo road carnage. However, while that may be true maximum on most freeradar. on congested urban ways, while 110 km/h is roads it is less so on posted on the Coquihalla Keith Morgan the highway where few Highway and parts of the people are travelling Okanagan connector. below the posted limit and I don’t “The fascinating issue on this question see another 10 km/h hike making for is the gender gap,” said Mario Canseco, major mishaps. Vice President, Public Affairs at Insights Not surprisingly, the online survey of a West. “While half of men in BC would representative provincial sample also like to see a higher speed limit, just shows that a majority of residents one-in-four women concur with this believe that photo radar should not view.” be brought back. More than half of However, it was surprising to see that those polled (53 more than half (55 percent) believe percent) believe the speed limits should be left alone. the province should Another five percent want to see not bring back limits lowered. photo radar, which It’s surprising if you read the newswas introduced in paper letters pages and listen to the the 1990s as a province’s radio talk shows, where the measure to curb 100-click limit is commonly referred to speeding, but as unrealistic on today’s well-designed was abandoned highways. in 2001. As a frequent driver of the network, While almost I have to agree that a 110 limit on the

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half of residents aged 55 (48 percent) would like to see photo radar coming back, support is decidedly lower among residents aged 18-to-34 (36 percent) and 35-to-54 (31 percent). I supported photo radar initially because when used in high-collision locations, elsewhere in the world, it has a remarkable record for reducing death and injuries. It never operated that way in BC and soon became public enemy number one where it was perceived as merely a cash cow for greedy provincial government. Residents were also asked about the quality of British Columbia’s roads and infrastructure. More than seven-in-

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ten (74 percent) rate it as “good” (68 percent) or “very good” (6 percent), while only 22 per cent deem it “bad” (19 percent) or “very bad” (3 percent). Overall, only 16 percent of British Columbians believe that the province’s roads are “not too safe” or “not safe at all” for motorists, while four-in-five (82 percent) consider them “very safe” or “moderately safe.” This is the first of four surveys Insights West will conduct during the next year in partnership with Black Press. We hope these poll findings will find their way in the current speed limit and traffic safety review by the provincial government. This week in Driveway, our “Question of the Week” and “Drives-U-Crazy” spots focus on speed-related issues please participate online. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca About the survey: Results are based on an online study conducted from October 23 to October 27, 2013, among 838 British Columbians who are aged 18+ and are Your Insights panel members. YourInsights.ca is Insights West’s in-house access panel offering on-demand samples for both clients and research suppliers looking for Western Canadian populations. The data has been statistically weighted according to Canadian census figures for age and gender. While statistical margins of error are arguably not applicable to online panels/online studies of this nature, we have assumed that the same margins of error apply as if it were a true unweighted random probability sample with a margin of error of +/- 3.4 percentage points, nineteen times out of twenty. To view the detailed data tabulations go to www.insightswest.com

SAUNDERS Bob Saunders and Dave Saunders with his brown lab Timber.

Question Should the maximum speed limit on the highways be raised to 110 km/h and 120 km/h on the Coquihalla network?

QUESTION OF THE WEEK!

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Safety Tip: During the months of November and December there is an 86 per cent increase in crashes where a pedestrian is injured compared to July and August. Always be on the lookout for pedestrians – especially in dark, wet weather when visibility is limited, at intersections and near transit stops.

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ISLAND FARMS

CREAMY BUTTER

1 lb. print. Limit 3 total

ONE DAY ONLY WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 18

CHINESE

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348 ml tin. Limit 4 total

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4/$5

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375 g Olymel bacon 1 doz. 49th large eggs 295 ml Minute Maid O.J. 1 kg Hashbrowns

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