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“We have a very well-established set of emergency procedures, which protect the safety of our members and I’m really proud of our employees,” said Joe Cristiano, chief community and marketing officer at Coastal Community Credit Union. “The employees did follow Erin Haluschak those procedures very well,” he added. Record Staff “We are thankful that no one Both Comox Valley and was harmed during this inciCampbell River RCMP are seek- dent. Our members, clients, ing information from the pub- employees and communities’ lic to aid in locating a suspect safety is a top priority for our believed to have robbed banks in organization. We will continue to work with authorities and each community Monday. Const. Nicole Hall of the support our employees and their Comox Valley RCMP said it families,” noted Adrian Legin, president would appear and CEO of to be the same the credit suspect with It doesn’t change the union in a similar details flavour of the area. It’s release. who entered Cristiano the Coastal one person and when (the C o m m u n i t y police) catch him, the truth noted he isn’t aware of the Credit Union Comox locaon Comox Ave- will come out. It seems like tion of the nue shortly an isolated incident. credit union before 10 a.m. Dan Kyle ever dealing Around 2:15 p.m., police in with a simiCampbell River responded to a lar robbery in the past. bank robbery at the Bank of He added while the estabMontreal on Shoppers Row. lished emergency procedures Officers searched the down- cover a range of potential incitown area with their dog unit. dents, including robbery, part of “While rare, (robberies) do the process following a robbery happen,” noted Staff Sgt. Troy is to review the situation and Beauregard of the Campbell regulations, and see if anything River RCMP, who said the needs to be adjusted. detachment will work together Dan Kyle of Nearly New with Comox Valley RCMP. Books a few doors down from the The suspect is described as credit union, explained despite Caucasian, about 5’10”, slim and the neighbouring incident, he wearing jeans, a black coat with does not feel uncomfortable in the hood up, a dark grey scarf the area and will return to the around his face and aviator sun- bank. glasses in both incidents. “It doesn’t change the flavour The man demanded money of the area. It’s one person and and told staff he had a gun. He when (the police) catch him, the then took off with an undis- truth will come out. It seems like closed amount of money. an isolated incident,” he said,
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THE SECURITY IMAGE on the left shows a suspect entering the Comox location of Coastal Community Credit Union on Monday morning. On the right, about four hours later, a man enters the Bank of Montreal in Campbell River. and added he practises security measures in his store such as using an alarm and not keeping cash on the premises. Barbara Craig Waite, who has been a member of the credit union for years, said while she is cautious about using the bank, particularly at night, she will not stop frequenting the location. “I just feel downright annoyed,” she explained. “It’s taken away the innocence in my town.” Waite said she feels particularly bad for the tellers who had to face the robber. “I’m just glad no one was injured; money is not worth a life.” RCMP are asking anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or text anonymously cvcstips to CRIME. photos@comoxvalleyrecord.com
Two TV shoots inValley Erin Haluschak Record Staff
It’s a catchphrase that has been spoken across the country, and this week, a Courtenay restaurant will have the honour bestowed on it by You Gotta Eat Here! The Food Network Canada Show, hosted by comedian John Catucci, is filming part of an episode at the Mad Chef Cafe in downtown Courtenay on Wednesday and Thursday. The show features Catucci on a quest to discover the best of Canada’s comfort food. Although the show has frequented restaurants in Victoria, Nanaimo and Tofino, it has
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CVRD chair back after tie One Courtenay director loses bid for chair, another is vice-chair Scott Stanfield Record Staff
Edwin Grieve was re-elected chair of the Comox Valley Regional District by the narrowest of margins at Tuesday’s inaugural meeting of a new board. He and Courtenay director Bill Anglin were the only nominees. Each garnered five votes, even after a revote. Grieve got the nod by way of a drawing of lots. This will be his fourth one-year term as chair. “We’ve (board) done a pretty good job,” Grieve said in a campaign presentation that touched upon a $600 million-plus investment in health care, a solid waste management plan and the establishment of a service area at Saratoga Beach. Grieve also noted the board has “deliv-
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will serve in these positions for the next year. Courtenay director Jon Ambler was acclaimed to the posi-
tion of vice-chair. Directors serve for a three-year term, although directors elect the chair and vice-chair each December. Municipal mayors and councillors appoint directors from their areas to sit on the CVRD board, and the elected representatives from the electoral areas make up the other CVRD board members. Grieve represents PuntledgeBlack Creek (Area C) as a director. The Comox Valley Regional District is a federation of three electoral areas and three municipalities providing services for residents and visitors to the area.
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ONE WINTER NIGHT The Cumberland Ready Mix truck (top) demonstrates Christmas spirit on a cold winter night on Fifth Street in downtown Courtenay. Nearby, the Care-A-Van provides medical attention to the homeless people who need it most. PHOTOS BY SCOTT STANFIELD
Robert Galligan is a recovered alcoholic who has done time in jail and who has spent many years living on the street. He is 55, diabetic and arthritic. He packs a cane on the back of a threewheel electric bike. Galligan is known around the Comox Valley as Bob the Bum — and he is a Dawn to Dawn Action on Homelessness Society success story. The non-profit group has arranged housing for him in a one-bedroom suite in Comox, where Bob has resided for several months. His previous residence had been at St. Joseph’s General Hospital, where he wound up after suffering a stroke. He had fallen off the wagon at a birthday party the night of the stroke. A friend found him unconscious at the bottom of a staircase and called 911. There were no vital signs when Bob arrived at hospital. Doctors restarted his heart but, fearing brain damage, induced a coma. Ten days later, he regained consciousness. “You can’t get more of a wakeup call than that,” Bob said from a leather recliner in his living room. Many years ago, Bob had been a paramedic in Edmonton. It was a promising career, but it came to an abrupt halt following a tragic accident in which most of his family died in a highway crash. He turned to drinking, and was reduced to dumpster-diving in East Vancouver. Since coming to the Valley 14 years ago, he has slept under a walkway, at an abandoned house and in a tent behind Safeway. Bob has tried living at the Maple Pool Campsite which offers affordable living in RV units. But the
BOB THE BUM is living an alcohol-free life at his new home in Comox. PHOTO BY SCOTT STANFIELD arrangement did not work, due in part to the proximity to downtown Courtenay. He is surrounded by clean-living people at his new digs. “Nobody here drinks.” Bob ventures into town once or twice a month. Otherwise, he hangs out at his pad, beach combs and collects bottles. And drinks coffee. “Now I’m addicted to coffee instead of beer,” he quipped. “I have a cup an hour.” Bob has a 24-year-old daughter named Markea, who lives in Edmonton. He has not seen her in 22 years. He also has three grand-daughters, and a foster brother in London, Ont. His dream is to find his daughter. “Since I quit drinking, I’ve been able to save a lot of money. I’m hoping to raise money to go to Edmonton to visit my daughter. If I have to, I’m hitchhiking. Whatever it’s going to take to meet her.” Bob recently found out he is to be a recipient of a Secret Santa, an anonymous program that distributes gifts to those in need.
“All the nurses got to know me the time I was in there (hospital).” Along with medical staff at St. Joe’s, Bob credits Dawn to Dawn for saving his life. “This is the second time they found me a place. If it wasn’t for them, the homeless situation in the Valley would be pretty nasty.” Dawn to Dawn rents apartments at market rates and subsidizes the difference between the rent and the amount a client can pay. Subsidies typically average about $200 a month. The society operates on donations and grants. It is assisting 23 clients but there are possibly a further 50 people in the Valley who need a home. Those wishing to donate can send cheques to: Dawn to Dawn Action on Homelessness Society, Unit 6C, 821 Shamrock Pl., Comox, B.C. V9M 4G4. Donations can also be made online at CanadaHelps.org, or at any branch of the Coastal Community Credit Union. For more information, visit Dawn to Dawn.org.
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Auto shop assisting women Donations will assist Stepping Stones with gifts, dinner Erin Haluschak Record Staff
With the hope of providing women a Christmas dinner and more, employees at Kean Auto Services are striving to serve the needs of the community. The business at 180 North Island Highway is collecting donations for the Stepping Stones Women’s Recovery
House. “I’m new to the area and I said to my boss who is very community-oriented, we should help in any way we can,” explained employee Heather Phalen. “I found out Stepping Stones doesn’t have a lot of help and they’re lacking furniture and saving for a TV. “The ladies could also use toiletries,” she added. “We are currently accepting gifts, wrapped or unwrapped, gift certificates and money.” The donation drive
began last week, and donations, the business Phalen, along with will donate 10 per cent owner Phil Peterson, of any repairs they have a special Christ- perform in December mas-themed twist for when mentioning the cash donations. initiative. “For a minimum Phalen added while donation of $5, a they have not estabChristmas ball with lished a goal for the your name will be put campaign, they would on their tree. It would like to see the first be wonderful to give year of the drive as a them all of the balls challenge to the comand show them how munity, and will aim here are the people in to surpass this year’s the community who donations next year. care,” Phalen noted. For more informaPeterson said the tion or to donate to the house does not have initiative, call 250-897the finances for a 3643 or drop off dona- STAFF MEMBER HEATHER Phalen and owner Phil Peterson of Kean Auto Christmas dinner, and tions at Kean. 9/6/13 4:14:09 BCHD-September-AllLine-4CPD-8x11.786.pdf PM Services are collecting donations for the Stepping Stones Women’s Recovery House. PHOTO BY ERIN HALUSCHAK photos@comoxvalleyrecord.com along with financial
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his grandfather, who worked for Canada Steamship Lines. Magee joined the Canadian military in the air traffic control field in his late teens. He spent 13 years on Vancouver Island and fell in love with the harbour tugs that worked log booms up the Courtenay River to lumber mills. Through a chance meeting with Roger Litwiller, he arranged to do a painting of HMCS Trentonian for Litwiller’s coming book. After the book’s release, the painting will be donated and displayed permanently in the Trenton Public Library. Magee resides in Trenton, Ont. Last year, he was elected to the Canadian Society of Marine Artists.
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Church important in community for 100 years Editor Pat Brandon’s husband was the church’s minister
as well. “We’re still very, very active in the community and that’s the part I was surprised at.” The Sonshine Club serves hot lunches to between 150 and 200 Comox Valley homeless citizens five days a week — at least 30,000 meals per year are served, according to the book. From the United Church Women’s fundraising efforts, to various youth groups and programs, to community outreach initiatives, St. George’s has always strived to improve the community, says Pat. “We were the genesis for the daycare centres in the Valley, which I think is a really significant thing because they met (at St. George’s) for a number of years, and then they bought their own facility and began to branch out,” continues Pat. “Now, there are 17 daycare centres in the Valley.” The church has been holding monthly celebrations throughout its centennial year. The final celebration happens Dec. 22 at the church. Our Story: A His-
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Our Story: A History looks at St. George’s United Church’s long history in Courtenay, but it also highlights the church’s current work in the Comox Valley. “The church has been a very important part of the community throughout its history … and it has played a significant role in the life of the Valley in many, many ways,” says 100th anniversary book committee member and book editor Pat Brandon. St. George’s was built after Joseph McPhee donated three lots of land on Fifth Street in 1912 for the church site; by Dec. 28, 1913 the church was opened. Needing more space, the current land at Sixth Street and Fitzgerald Avenue was purchased in 1941 with the plan in mind to move the existing building over to the new site. A basement was dug out, but because of the Second World War, the project was put on hold until 1946. According to the book, the building move was completed with so much care that there was “neither a crack in the plaster
OUR STORY: A HISTORY features the history of St. George’s United Church in celebration of its 100th anniversary. nor a sound from the bell tower.” Brandon’s husband Ray was the church’s minister from 1970 to 1992, and Pat herself has been an integral part of the church ever since the Brandon family moved here in 1970. Still, Pat says
she was surprised at how much St. George’s has contributed to the community after she researched for the centennial book. “When I delved into the history and the present activity, I had no idea — and I’ve been going to that church
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Disabled will be consulted Renee Andor Record Staff
Don McRae says he wants to make B.C. the most progressive province for persons with disabilities in Canada. The Social Development and Social Innovation Minister and Comox Valley MLA says his ministry will start working toward that goal by first finding out what issues British Columbians say persons with disabilities face in the province. “We’re actually going to go out and have consultation with the public — the persons with disabilities community, their families, advocacy organizations, employers, general society — and see what they believe we can do to become the most progressive jurisdiction,” says McRae, adding community input will be used to create a Disability White Paper. Consultation was launched Dec. 3, International Day of Persons with Disabilities, and there are plenty of ways to provide input until the deadline March 11. Nineteen in-person community meetings around the province are scheduled in the early New Year, with the first set for Jan. 20 in Courtenay. Alternately, comments can be made by mail, (Disability White Paper, PO Box 9936, Stn Prov Gov, Victoria B.C., V8W 9R2), e-mail (disabilitywhitepaper@gov.bc.ca), phone (1-800-661-8773), Twitter (#disabilitybc), online at http://engage. gov.bc.ca/disabilitywhitepaper, or by hosting a discussion using a toolkit located on the website. There are six topic areas listed for the consultation: • Innovation in disability services and more accessibility for
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persons living with disabilities; • Personal supports, aids and devices; • Work and contribution; • Housing and accessibility in the broaderbuilt environment; • Social networks to support people in community; • Asset accumulation through the Registered Disability Savings Plan in particular. The Comox Valley Child Development Association (CVCDA) serves more than 800 Comox Valley children with disabilities and their families each
year. Association executive director Lorraine Aitken says consulting directly with persons with disabilities is “critically important” to improving supports and reducing barriers. “But the biggest challenge is getting from talk to action,” she continues. “Provincial groups such as the BC Association for Child Development and Intervention (BCACDI) and Inclusion BC keep government well informed about gaps in services and funding, wait list numbers and wait times, and regularly provide concrete suggestions for reducing barriers and improving supports. “But at the same time, we are all experiencing the ‘do more
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Police were called to a break, enter and theft from a residence on the 1800 block of Piercy Avenue in Courtenay. The owner of the residence stated that some time over night, on December 2nd, someone entered via a sliding glass door and stole a stereo, a leather jacket and prescription medicine. The thief also stole a bicycle from outside. (201314622) On December 3rd police were called to a report of two people a bicycles smashing windows in vehicles on Centennial Drive at Back Road in Courtenay. Immediate attendance was made and the two persons responsible were located and arrested. Both were found in possession of property stolen from vehicles that had been entered. Both will be attending court on a later date. (2013-14654) On December 3rd the Comox Valley RCMP received a report of a break, enter and theft at the Union Bay firehall. The investigation reveals that someone has damaged a door and gained entry and once inside stole property belonging to the Fire department. (2013-14685) Police received a report of a theft of a utility trailer from the Home Depot parking lot located at 388 Lerwick Road in Courtenay on December 3rd.
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New commercial developments in Cumberland will no longer get a free ride in terms of development cost charges (DCCs). Cumberland council finally adopted an amended DCC bylaw Monday, which now includes commercial DCCs. Coun. Kate Greening was opposed. DCCs help the Village cover the cost of infrastructure services needed to accommodate growth due to new development, including water, sanitary sewer, roads, storm sewer and parks. DCCs were already in place for industrial, institutional and low, Development medium and high density residential developments, but not commercial. Now, commercial developers will pay the Village $71.60 per square metre of gross floor area in DCCs. Industrial DCCs have decreased under the amended bylaw, from $137,269 per hectare, down to $116,790. Institutional DCCs decreased from $69.72 per square metre of gross floor area to $60.87. Medium- and high-density residential DCCs have increased: medium density increased from $13,995 per dwelling unit to $15,661, and high density increased from $11,062 to $12,429. Low-density residential DCCs decreased from $19,915 per dwelling unit to $19,743. ••• Cumberland water, sewage and garbage collection and disposal rates for 2014 were set Monday. Bills for the three services will be sent out quarterly in 2014, rather than yearly as previously. The residential sewer rate increased by $4 for 2014, making each quarterly payment $71.25 for a total flat rate of $285 for 2014, up from $281 this year. The residential water rate increased by $15 for 2014; each quarterly payment will be $50.50 for a total flat rate of $202 for 2014, up from $187 this year. However, council is expected to review consumption-based water rates in January, with an aim to implement consumptionbased water billing in the second quarter of 2014. If this process moves forward as previously discussed, a new consumptionbased water bylaw would need to be adopted by March 31, 2014. ••• Cumberland council finally adopted an inter-community business licence bylaw. The new bylaw allows mobile Cumberland businesses to obtain one inter-community business licence for $150 and be able to operate their mobile business in participating communities.
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— specifically noting increased expenses to Cumberland taxpayCumberland coun- ers, such as paying for cil sees no benefit for policing costs. But, she Cumberland to amal- put the matter on Mongamate with the rest of day’s agenda to hear the Valley, as proposed what other members by four former Comox of council had to say about it. Valley mayors. All councillors loudly Two former Cumechoed her berland opinion. mayors, Unlike Coun. Fred Bates G w y n and Bronco them, I think Sproule, M o n c r i e f, who repreand former that we’re a sents CumCourtenay council that m a y o r s does studies and berland on the CVRD Greg Phelps we actually do b o a r d , and Ron a g r e e d W e b b e r something with it would r e c e n t l y them, rather be too c a l l e d than just gathexpensive for Cumfor Cumb e r l a n d , ering dust and berland Courtenay, using them as a residents, Comox and doorstop. adding the a large Kate Greening CVRD is swath of already in the Comox Valley Regional Dis- place and provides an avenue for cost sharing trict to amalgamate. More weight when on regional projects. “I can’t see any reaasking for provincial and federal funding, son whatsoever for and a desire for less Cumberland to amallocal government were gamate,” she said, a couple reasons for pointing out Cumbertheir proposal. Their land council was not aim was to push the approached for input Province to lead an before the former amalgamation and mayors made their have it complete in announcement. Coun. Roger Kishi time for next year’s agreed. municipal elections. “What concerns me Mayor Leslie Baird of Cumberland has the most about this already said she’s press release that personally against these four former maythe idea of Cumber- ors have put out is that land amalgamating they didn’t talk to any Record Staff
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sponsible.” Coun. Conner Copeman added he believes local government is working well as is, and the idea that amalgamation would save taxpayers’ dollars was “ludicrous.” Coun. Kate Greening said the former mayors weren’t so vocal about amalgamation when they were in office. “All I can recall is that when these guys were mayors that they didn’t talk about amalgamation,” she continued. “Unlike them, I think that we’re a
council that does studies and we actually do something with them, rather than just gathering dust and using them as a doorstop.” Baird added she’s received numerous phones calls and comments from residents, and none of those people saw any benefit to Cumberland. Amalgamation was voted down in 1999, with Courtenay in favour and Comox against. Cumberland was not included in that vote.
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Sensible B.C. director Dana Larsen rallied his troops, but fell short of forcing a referendum about decriminalizing marijuana.
Pot campaign falters Scott Stanfield Record Staff
The Sensible B.C. campaign did not generate enough signatures to trigger a referendum calling for the decriminalization of marijuana. However, the pot activist group plans to launch another signature-gathering effort, according to its website. Campaign director Dana Larsen had hoped to trigger a referendum on a draft bill dubbed the Sensible Policing Act, which would amend the Police Act to prohibit the use of police resources to enforce simple possession-anduse laws for adults. It would also demand the federal government to repeal marijuana prohibition, and the Province to determine rules needed for a legal marijuana system in B.C. Between Sept. 9 and Dec. 9, canvassers collected 210,000 of a minimum 312,000 signatures required from 10 per cent of registered voters in each of B.C.’s 85 ridings. “It’s a matter of money and time,” said local activist and canvasser Ernie Yacub. “The money just wasn’t there to put together a good enough organization to
make it in every riding.” Canvassers in the Comox Vally gathered 5,892 signatures, just shy of a target of 6,000. The minimum was 5,000. “We made the cut,” Yacub said. “We were shooting for 6,000 because we wanted to make a point. That would have been double the number of people who actually voted. “We proved it was doable in a number of ridings,” Yacub added. Besides the Comox Valley, Alberni-Pacific Rim, Powell River-Sunshine Coast and two Nanaimo ridings were among 20 districts that exceeded the 10 per cent threshold. ParksvilleQualicum and four other ridings were close with more than eight per cent of the electorate signing. Locally, there were more than 200 canvassers registered, 79 of whom turned in petition sheets. Yacub credits volunteers for standing on street corners. “It was a matter of overcoming the fear factor,” he said. “People were afraid to put their names and addresses. There’s a lot of fear around this issue. I know people who can’t talk to their doctors about cannabis.” reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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Hundreds expected to witness aboriginal deal Signing Dec. 16 at Sid Williams Theatre Renee Andor Record Staff
After extensive community consultation, the Comox Valley’s third Aboriginal Education Enhancement Agreement is set to be signed Dec. 16. Bruce Carlos, Comox Valley district principal of aboriginal education, announced recently the Ministry of Education has approved the new agreement, which it did just in time for his presentation at a Comox Valley Board of Education meeting. An Aboriginal Education Enhancement Agreement is a working agreement between the school district, local aboriginal communities and the Ministry of Education that is designed to enhance the educational achievement of aboriginal students. The Comox Valley’s second agreement expired in June. This new agreement will be effective in September, and carry through until 2019. Retired district principal of aboriginal education Lynn Joseph noted the community
consultation that went into the new agreement was significant. “There was over 2,000 responses from the survey which was focused on community members and staff and aboriginal people, parents, students particularly, as well as having gatherings and community events to solicit those responses,” she told the board, noting the district’s level of engagement was something the ministry pointed to being “far beyond” other districts. Although the document is not public until it’s signed, trustees got to take a look, and Carlos announced the four goals, which he said are very similar to the previous agreement: Goal 1 – To increase
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The Rule of 72 is an easy way to estimate the number of years a sum of time they will learn about longer term goals and how to make good purchase decimoney sions. will take to double, if it is invested at a specified compound interest rate. The Rule of 72 is used by dividing 72 by the rate of interest earned. Including your children in family financial conversations, such as sharing with them For an investment a compound of interest of 10 will per also cent howexample, much it costs to heat yourwith house or replace arate worn-out appliance, will years to double (72/10) andresponsibilities. an investment earning eight per cent helptake them7.2 understand household financial compound interest will double in nine yearstoo(72/8) so on. Of course, these discussions should not start soon and because we still want our children to enjoy their childhood without worrying about the bills. Setting our chil-
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Do you feel blue? Others do, too Contributor
Sometimes the thing we least feel like doing is the very one that can help us the most. If we have suffered a loss and are in the depths of grieving, or if we are depressed and tend to isolate ourselves, family and friends might encourage us to “get out and be with people.” But, especially when we are feeling really “down,” it can be incredibly difficult to get ourselves out the door, even if we know there could be support and companionship available in the community. This Saturday at 1 p.m., a free nondenominational event called Blue Christmas & Celebrate a Life will be held at Comox United Church. If you are among the many for whom Christmas this year is not necessarily expected to be a “Ho-Ho-Ho, Jolly” time, then this beautifully gentle event, co-created by the Comox Valley Hospice Society and Comox United Church, is custom-designed for you. Even if there is only one community gathering that you can muster the energy and courage to attend as this holiday season begins, making it this one is a decision you will not regret. Like a warm blanket being held out to wrap you up, this opportunity to join with oth-
THESE BAGS CREATED by Everybody Deserves A Smile volunteers are ready to be distributed.
Smiles created by volunteers
The Everybody Deserves a Smile (EDAS) 2013 campaign is nearing its deadline. EDAS volunteers, guided by founder Chantal Stephan, will fill bags this Thursday and Friday at École Puntledge Park. Joanna Finch, Brodie Dawson and Helen Austin will play music for the volunteers. Everybody Deserves a Smile creates care packages with warm socks, hats, mitts, scarves, cookies, and love inside handpainted bags with cards that have been decorated by the community at large. Bags are distributed to those without homes throughout the Comox Valley, Victoria and Vancouver. The kids of École Puntledge Park Elementary will make 600 care packages that will go to 11 soup kitchens, shelters and support groups. “Because it’s our 10th year, I am running a team of teachers and this same project is running in six different school districts across Vancouver Island and Kamloops. “Thank you for being so strong, supportive and inspiring,” Stefan tells supporters. For details, visit a Facebook page called Everybody Deserves A Smile. — Everybody Deserves A Smile
ers in the community who are also feeling less than chipper — for whatever their own reasons might be — is a special gift that you can give yourself. And it is free. All you have to do is show up, and the kind, understanding, welltrained staff and volunteers will take care of you.
Before or after the formal program, you may want to meet and talk with them about whatever makes the Christmas season especially sad or challenging for you this year. Or, you are perfectly free to remain silent and just be with your own private thoughts and feelings. Every-
one and everything will be welcomed in an atmosphere of utmost respect and compassion. A softly orchestrated program of music, speakers, silence and ceremony will be followed by the option of staying for fellowship while sharing homemade food and beverages, compliments of
Comox United Church. Blue Christmas & Celebrate a Life offers a few precious hours of being with others in whatever way feels best for you. For more information, call the Comox Valley Hospice Society at 250-3395533. Susan Jane Griffin writes for the Comox Valley Hospice Society.
Comox Valley Transit
Rider Appreciation Day Thursday, December 12, 2013
Thank you for choosing sustainable transportation! Coffee, treats and prizes available for transit riders at: } Downtown Courtenay (4th and Cliffe)
7:45-8:45 am
} Buckley Bay (Ferry Terminal)
9:30-10:15 am
} Cumberland (3rd and Dunsmuir)
11:00-11:30 am
} Oyster River (outside Discovery Foods) 12:00-12:30 pm } Comox Avenue (outside Comox Mall)
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Susan Jane Griffin
2:30-3:00 pm
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DANCE • ART • PRESCHOOL • YOGA • EXERCISE • GYMNASTICS • SEWING • MARTIAL ARTS AND MORE
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AND PILATES Physiotherapy - Massage Therapy - Acupuncture Kinesio Taping - Pilates Training - Health Meditation Shock Wave Therapy - Craniosacral
Educating The Whole Child
At the Saltwater School we integrate arts, music, nature and academics to create a passion for learning.
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DANCE • ART • PRESCHOOL • YOGA • EXERCISE • GYMNASTICS • SEWING • MARTIAL ARTS AND MORE
Lake Trail School • 805 Willemar Avenue • (250) 334-3168
WINTER PROGRAMS REGISTRATION • Latin Zumba • Gentle Yoga • Kids Yoga • Woolly Mammoth Knitting Club • Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction • The Art of Making Raw Chocolates • Cake Decorating (All Levels) • Urban Organic Veggie Gardening • International Foods Class - Indian Cooking • Cooking from the Garden - Winning Winter Soups
Take a look at the Comox Valley Recreation Reporter at www.comox.ca/recreation
For full details of these courses -- including dates, times, costs and methods of registration -please visit us at:
laketrailconnect.ca/community-programs OR www.facebook.com/LakeTrailNeighbourhoodConnections If you are interested in teaching classes, please contact the Coordinator, Kim Dawn at
laketrailvision@gmail.com
REGISTRATION ON NOW! Comox Community Centre info@comoxrecreation.com
CLASSES
at all levels begin January 20th at Native Sons Hall REGISTER ONLINE FOR:
Ballroom & Latin Beginners West Coast Swing East Coast Swing Swing Hustle Cha Cha
Salsa Mambo Argentine Tango Viennese Waltz And much more …
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Drop-in workshops for Beginners! A different dance taught each Friday at 7 pm beginning January 24th Dance follows from 8 - 10 pm Cost: $10
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4 Pairs of Snowshoes now available
4FREE LENDING LIBRARY With ACTIVE COMOX VALLEY’s Borrow 2 adult and 2 child pairs of snowshoes and fit some activity into your day!
The lending library also includes: a WiiSport Bin, Nordic Walking Bin, Family Picnic Bin, Workout Bin, and an Older Adult Bin.
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With thanks to the generous support of Alberni Outpost and a grant from ParticipAction in celebration of Sports Day in Canada...
To Book Call Comox Valley Sports Centre at 250-334-9622 ext 233
a $25 credit card deposit is required in case of lost or damaged items ($200 deposit for Wii Sports).
WEECARE
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTRES INC. PROVIDING QUALITY CARE SINCE 1999
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for more info please call 250-338-5869
operations manager Lori Pierreroy 250-465-2771
KINDERGARTEN PREPARATION PROGRAM
Offered now at Arden Elementary•Children ages 3 ½ years to 5 years•9:00 am to 2:00 pm ~ Monday to Friday ~ Sept-June (Now taking registration for Kinder Prep next year at Ecole Robb Road) Open during the school year from 7:00am to 6:00pm (Closed Holidays) • On-site for your convenience • Pro D day care. Drop-ins welcome if space is available • Field Trips • Kinder pickup • Qualified and caring staff • ChildSafe 1STAid. Discount for multi-child families • Subsidy friendly. Open Door Policy.
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PIANO LESSONS Beginner to Advanced All Ages
Sports Leagues
Register for Winter Leagues by January 6th
orte Music Studio
Dodgeball • Indoor Volleyball • Floor Hockey • Indoor Soccer • Badminton
Jocie Ingram BMus, ARCT,
scott@comoxvalleysports.ca or 250.898.7286
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Fund started to help homeless
ABBEYFIELD HOUSE RESIDENTS, their families and friends will enjoy the annual Christmas tea this Saturday.
Tea at Abbeyfield
Each year in December, the board of the Abbeyfield House Society hosts a Christmas tea for residents, their friends and their families. It is an opportunity for friends and families to meet the other residents, the board and other friends and families in a cheerful and festive environment. This year, the Christmas tea is taking place this Saturday. Board members will ply residents and their guests with a delicious array of baking. Linda Safford, a well-known local musician and retired School District 71 elementary music teacher, will perform during the tea. While the tea is not open to the public, the board of Abbeyfield welcomes all enquiries about the residence. Call 250-338-6311. — Abbeyfield House
As the cold winter months begin to settle in to the Comox Valley, the plight of people who are homeless becomes critical. While there is no one factor that causes homelessness, a prominent local couple have established a special fund with the Comox Valley Community Foundation to help raise money to be held in perpetuity, where the annual income will provide some relief. They felt that although there are numerous organizations trying to support the homeless, these organizations need support in order to fulfil their missions. They understand that the problem cannot be solved overnight or in the near future, but they believe we can move towards ending it, especially here in the Comox Valley where our very name means Land of Plenty. While the fund was established some months ago, without fanfare, it has grown substantially since it was established. “People have found out about it by word of mouth,” said Andrea Rowe, president of the Community Foundation. “The whole idea of creating a fund that focuses on supporting and work-
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As anyone can contribute to these special funds they continue to grow, providing greater opportunities to increase the amount of dollars available each year.
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ing towards a solution to the homelessness issue has certainly struck the right chord in the community to the point where it has almost tripled the dollars that are currently available for investment. We expect it to continue to grow as more and more people become aware of its existence,” said Rowe. These funds will be held in perpetuity by the Foundation. By investing the capital, the CVCF can generate revenue on an annual
basis to provide financial support for, as in the case of the Help the Homeless Fund, those who are seeking solutions. As anyone can contribute to these special funds they continue to grow, providing greater opportunities to increase the amount of dollars available each year. With the cold weather upon us, it becomes increasingly important to provide support for people in our community who are struggling with this issue. A
study published jointly by the Canadian Homelessness Research Network and the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness recommended that it was essential for communities to develop plans to end homelessness. The founders of this fund hope that the Help the Homeless Fund can help now and in the future through grants to those with a passion and a plan to address both the effects and causes of homelessness. For further information on how you can support the Help the Homeless Fund, visit the Foundation’s website at cvcfoundation.org. — Comox Valley Community Foundation
St. Peter’s carolling at church Have you had an opportunity to sing carols yet this year? Whether your answer is yes, or no, you will want to come to St. Peter’s Comox for an informal afternoon of carol singing. Christmas carols are special songs that tell the Good News of the story of the birth of Jesus. They come from many sources. Many were origi-
nally written as poems and later set to music. The word carol originally referred to a dance performed in a circle. Perhaps that is why singing carols often brings us so much joy. A wonderful story set to beautiful music! A series of Christmas devotional readings will be interspersed among the carols. In addition, the stories behind many of the
carols will be shared. Candles will be lit — it will be a lovely afternoon. Christmas readings and carols will begin at 2 p.m. this Sunday. A festive reception will follow in the church hall. St. Peter’s Church is located at 218 Church St. in Comox. For more information, call 250-339-6416. — St. Peter’s Church
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7:00 pm • Fox & Bee perform (multi-media) at the Elevate Grotto Concert Series – by donation 8 :00 – 11:00 pm • Friday Night Lounge with the Jilli Martini House band at Billy D’s Swing Set (2 shows) at Zocalos Warren Miller’s Ticket to Ride Legendary film series takes ski/snowboard fans on an action packed journey to some of the most exotic destinations in the world – Sid Williams Theatre
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9:00 - Noon • Comox Valley Farmers’ Market with special guest Luke Blu Guthrie 9:00 am – 5:00 pm • Elevate Winter Bazaar at the Lower Native Sons Hall, Music, Extreme Crafts, Art, Food, Workshops 11::00 am - 2:00 pm • Craft Action at the WinterFest Hub 11-2 with Gayle Bates and the CVRD All Day • Wild Side Art at the CVAG Christmas Craft Fair featuring Chicken Icons by Elaine Savoie, “Home Protective Charms” by Barbara Plichtova and sculptures by Hans Pedersen of Courtenay. 1:00 pm • Wildside Heritage Walking Tour of Downtown Courtenay. Leaves Sid Plaza with Alana Gowdy by Donation 2:00 pm • Free Family Show at the WinterFest Hub Captain Thunderpants Yuletide Singalong 7:00 pm • Loose Gravel at Zocalos 8:00 pm • Jon and Roy Holiday Special with guests Buck 65, Ryan Guldemond (Mother Mother), Horse Feathers, and Scott Stanton & David Lang (Current Swell) perform this year’s Holiday Special at the Sid Williams Theatre
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Unusual, exciting and enticing gifts and activities are the theme for this weekend at downtown Courtenay WinterFest. Unlock your romantic side, follow a fantasy or fulfil a long-held dream. There are surprising and delightful options for adventure seekers of all stripes throughout downtown. Whether you’re looking for some cutting-edge music, romantic gifts and toys, new reads, decadent sweets, silky undergarments, art supplies, cool new knee socks, retro decorations, tarot cards or crystals, a pair of heels or a great new outfit for holiday parties, you can find it all in the heart of Courtenay. This weekend is also a great opportunity to discover unique art and crafts and upcycled goods at local shops, galleries, the Comox Valley Art Gallery or the Elevate Winter Bazaar at the Lower Native Sons Hall. Be sure to check out the detailed workshop schedule for the Elevate Bazaar
SCREEN PRINTING BY Andy MacDougall will be only one of many attractions at the Walk on the Wild Side segment of Courtenay’s WinterFest. on their website at www.elevatethearts. com. The wild side of life includes the wild outdoors! Pursue longheld dreams about conquering peaks, surfing, diving or snowboarding. Brave the elements with special gear that will keep you warm and dry and ready for the next extreme adventure. The WinterFest Hub has all kinds of fun activities on Saturday as well. Gayle Bates from the CVRD will lead free recycled and upcycled arts and
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crafts from 11 to 2 and all are welcome to come and create. Then at 2, join Captain Thunderpants for a free community concert and Yuletide singalong extravaganza! Kick off your boots, drop your shopping in the corner, pull up a chair or a pillow and get into the spirit of the season — Captain Thunderpants style. Or take a Wild Side walking tour of downtown Courtenay and explore some undiscovered secrets. The walking tour leaves at 1 p.m. from the Sid plaza. Friday night, you can discover the cinematic antics of local filmmakers Fox and Bee Productions at the Union Street Grill, check out some pretty wild ski and snowboard adventures at the Sid Theatre or take in some sweet tunes with the Jilli Martini Band at Billy D’s. Saturday night, be
sure to check out the Jon and Roy Holiday Special with guests Buck 65, Ryan Guldemond (Mother Mother), Horse Feathers, and Scott Stanton & David Lang from Current Swell at the Sid Williams Theatre. Be sure to take pictures this weekend, post and tag them #DowntownCourtenay for a chance to win a $50 gift certificate from Union Street Grill. Thursday, Dec. 12 7 p.m. PK Tessmann plays Zocalo Cafe – an Elevate/Zocalo co-presentation. 7:30 Winter Harp Sid Williams Theatre; 7:30 Niall Harvey Band - Courtenay’s heartthrob wows us with his Bublé style vocals. At the Avalanche; Friday, Dec. 13 7 p.m. Fox & Bee perform (multi-media) at the Elevate Grotto. Concert series – by donation; 8 – 11 Friday Night Lounge with the Jilli Martini House band at Billy D’s; Swing Set at Zocalo Café; Warren Miller’s Ticket to Ride — Legendary film series takes ski/snowboard fans on an action-packed journey to some of the most exotic destinations in the world — at the Sid Williams Theatre; Saturday, Dec. 14 9 a.m. - noon Comox Valley Farmers’ Market with special guest Luke Blu Guthrie; 9-5 Elevate Winter Bazaar at the Lower Native Sons Hall; 11-2 Craft Action at the WinterFest Hub with Gayle Bates and the CVRD; All Day - Wild Side Art at the CVAG Christmas Craft Fair featuring Chicken Icons by Elaine Savoie, Home Protective Charms by Barbara Plichtova and sculptures by Hans Pedersen of Courtenay; 1 p.m. Wildside heritage walking tour of Downtown Courtenay – leaves Sid plaza with Alana Gowdy; 2 p.m. Free Community Show at the WinterFest Hub - Captain Thunderpants Yuletide Singalong; 7 p.m. Loose Gravel at Zocalo Cafe; 8 p.m. Jon and Roy Holiday Special with guests Buck 65, Ryan Guldemond (Mother Mother), Horse Feathers, and Scott Stanton & David Lang (Current Swell) perform Holiday Special at the Sid Williams Theatre. — Downtown Courtenay WinterFest
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Winter bazaar with a twist Native Sons Hall this Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
method that increases focus and creativity. Usually done in black and white, we will expand this practice and add colour as well. Paper-cutting is an elegant art form that creates beautiful “drawings” made with only an X-Acto knife. Mixing both of these disciplines together allows for whimsical and elaborate art-making. Details about workshops and facilitator info is all available at www.elevatethearts. com. If you’re looking for a way to fuel your creative passions and discover unique creations from local artists, the Elevate Winter Bazaar is the perfect destination this weekend. Make a day of it and take in workshops, delicious food and great music and visit with inspiring folks from across our community. Admission is by donation and all donations collected are dedicated to the Elevate Arts Festival. — Elevate Winter Bazaar
The dark belly of the Native Sons Hall in Courtenay is host to a ‘craft fair with a twist’ this Saturday from 9 a.m. till 5 p.m. Over 50 creators of beautiful, breathtaking and bizarre art and craft will descend on the Lower Native Sons Hall for the second annual Elevate Winter Bazaar. This highly anticipated craft fair offers attendees the opportunity to discover enticing, intriguing and unusual works from sublimely inspired local artisans. The Elevate Winter TRIA FINE CATERING owner Kathy Jerritt will Bazaar is the sister fair elevate palettes at the Elevate Winter Bazaar to the Underground with savoury delicacies and sweet treats with Craft Fair held during the Elevate Arts Festi- a Tria twist. val. The concept behind Attendees are also made Zentangles or Elevate is to create an invited to be part of tried paper-cutting? inclusive and exciting a series of workshops Learn about paper-cutplatform for cutting- throughout the day ting and create unique, edge Comox Valley that offer the oppor- handmade cards. art and craft and to tunity to engage the Zentangle is a simple, celebrate the diversity elevation. easy to learn, repetiof the grassroots arts Always wanted to tive pattern drawing scene. spin fire but The Eledidn’t know The convate Winter where to Bazaar is a cept behind start? Take showcase part in a 2843 Kilpatrick Ave. of talented Elevate is to fun workValley art- create an inclu- shop that Courtenay, BC ists — many sive and excitwill intro250-338-6941 of whom cre- ing platform duce you to ate works the basic that don’t for cutting-edge moves and FIND US ON fit in the Comox Valley safety preFACEBOOK usual ‘craft art and craft cautions. fair box.’ Or check www.windsorplywoodcourtenay.com From vet- and to celebrate out two the diversity of eran jewelupcycling lers, screen the grassroots workshops. printers and Fabric knitpainters to arts scene. ting is all up-and-comabout turning multi-media art- ing your favourite beatists, herbalists, leather up T-shirt into a scarf artists and designers, or a torn set of cotton Elevate delivers the sheets into a bath mat. goods! Bring an old shirt or Add to that tarot sheet (or any fabric – readings and truffles cotton is best) and a and you’ll be left feel- pair of knitting needles ing — elevated. for this workshop. sponsored by by sponsored In keeping with the Or how about upcysponsored by Elevate Arts Festival cled wine sleeves for model — interactivity, gift wrapping wine music and food are also bottles? Come craft a big part of the event. your own and make it Music from em.ash, a gift they won’t forDJ Eliazar and Annie get. Bring an empty Becker will create an wine bottle, and any enticing backing track natural material that to the day. you’d like to use. Ever
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Comox. But for me, there is always something about missing “home and family” around the holidays. For many seniors, the “most wonderful time of the year” can be a very lonely one. According to research done at Ithaca College Gerontology Institute, being 65 and older doubles your chances of spending holidays alone. Add declining health, mobility challenges, inclement weather and changes in sensory (think hard of hearing, failing eyesight) and getting out the door gets that much harder. The good news
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is with more seniors using technology or having access to technology, feeling connected can be just a keyboard away. While it isn’t as good as the real deal, here are a few things to embrace technology and connect with your distant loved ones this holiday season. Please note: I am not overly tech savvy and listed below are some easy strategies for “us” reluctant tech users. 1. Skype is almost as easy as the phone: If my mother can use Skype, you can, too! It is just like talking on the phone but even better. PLEASE READ THE FINE PRINT: Offers valid until January 2, 2014. See toyota.ca for complete details on all cash back offers. In the event of any discrepancy or inconsistency between Toyota prices, rates and/or other information contained on toyotabc.ca and that contained on toyota.ca, the latter shall prevail. Errors and omissions excepted. 2014 Corolla CE Automatic BURCEP-A MSRP is 19,945 and includes $1,645 freight and pre-delivery inspection, tire levy, battery levy and air conditioning federal excise tax. *Lease example: 2.9% Lease APR for 64 months on approved credit. Semi-Monthly payment is $89 with $2,350 down payment. Total Lease obligation is $13,742. Lease 64 mos. based on 120,000 km, excess km charge is $.07. Applicable taxes are extra. Down payment, first semi-monthly payment and security deposit plus GST and PST on first payment and full down payment are due at lease inception. A security deposit is not required on approval of credit. **Finance example: 1.9% finance for 60 months, upon credit approval, available on 2014 Corolla CE. Applicable taxes are extra. 2014 Tacoma Double Cab V6 4x4 Automatic MU4FNA-A MSRP is $32,965 and includes $1,815 freight and pre-delivery inspection, tire levy, battery levy and air conditioning federal excise tax. †Lease example: 4.9% Lease APR for 64 months on approved credit. Semi-Monthly payment is $165 with $3,400 down payment. Total Lease obligation is $23,906. Lease 64 mos. based on 120,000 km, excess km charge is $.10. Applicable taxes are extra. Down payment, first semi-monthly payment and security deposit plus GST and PST on first payment and full down payment are due at lease inception. A security deposit is not required on approval of credit. ††Finance example: 0.9% finance for 36 months, upon credit approval, available on 2014 Tacoma. Applicable taxes are extra. 2014 RAV4 Base FWD LE Automatic ZFREVT-A MSRP is $25,605 and includes $1,815 freight and pre-delivery inspection, tire levy, battery levy and air conditioning federal excise tax. ‡Lease example: 3.6% Lease APR for 64 months on approved credit. Semi-Monthly payment is $139 with $950 down payment. Total Lease obligation is $18,742. Lease 64 mos. based on 120,000 km, excess km charge is $.10. Applicable taxes are extra. Down payment, first semi-monthly payment and security deposit plus GST and PST on first payment and full down payment are due at lease inception. A security deposit is not required on approval of credit. ‡‡Finance example: 0.9% finance for 48 months, upon credit approval, available on 2013 RAV4. Applicable taxes are extra. Semi-monthly lease offer available through Toyota Financial Services on approved credit to qualified retail customers on most 48 and 60 month leases (including Stretch leases) of new and demonstrator Toyota vehicles. First semi-monthly payment due at lease inception and next monthly payment due approximately 15 days later and semi-monthly thereafter throughout the term. Toyota Financial Services will waive the final payment. Semi-monthly lease offer can be combined with most other offers excluding the First Payment Free and Encore offers. First Payment Free offer is valid for eligible TFS Lease Renewal customers only. Not open to employees of Toyota Canada, Toyota Financial Services or TMMC/TMMC Vehicle Purchase Plan. Some conditions apply. See your Toyota dealer for complete details. Visit your Toyota BC Dealer or www.toyotabc.ca for more details. Some conditions apply; offers are time limited and may change without notice. Dealer may lease/sell for less.
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s I write this column, I am getting ready to accompany my daughter’s Grade 2/3 class to Stevenson Place. The children are conducting mini-interviews with some of the seniors and we’ll be bringing a little extra good cheer in the form of singing. With the magical sprinkling of snow out there, there is no doubt that it’s time to dust off the holiday columns. Holidays are always bittersweet for me. Being the youngest of four and living many miles away from my fellow Torontonian family members, I openly admit to feeling a bit blue during the festive season. Don’t get me wrong; I have a loving family here and there are many positive elements to traditions in
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I love seeing all my family show up on my screen. My daughter can move around, show off her artistic creations and even play the recorder for my Mom. The hardest part was getting the program set up on my Mom’s computer. The second hardest part was walking her through the process over the phone, several times in a row. I am proud to say
she is self-sufficient, one year later. If you don’t own a computer, consider asking your neighbours if they do and if they could help out. I have many clients who use this method and it works like a charm. 2. Send a movie. We’ve created a DVD to send to our entire family this year. Nowadays, there are endless, user-friendly programs that make great slide-
shows and movies, all to music. This option takes some time up front (roughly 10 hours for our eight-minute video) and some skill and patience in editing pictures. This will easily become a new holiday tradition in our home. I can’t wait for my Mom to open it up and play it on Christmas Day. 3. Set a remote setting. This may seem a little crazy or farfetched and yet, when we held our friend’s memorial service and a longtime friend wasn’t able to travel, we simply set up the laptop and camera and Skype
did the rest. It was surprisingly a lovely and personal way to connect and share in a special moment. Sharing a virtual meal may not be such a bad idea although make sure you keep your elbows off the table! For more great ideas, check out www. tricitypsychology.com/ tips-for-connectingwith-elders-duringthe-holidays. 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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‘Feathered fireballs’ fierce for size I
n nature, size does not seem to matter when it comes to ferocity and fearlessness. One species of owl that is the smallest owl in Canada, has been nicknamed the “feathered fireball.” The northern pygmy owl stands only seven inches tall and has a wingspan of 14 to 16 inches. In comparison, the largest Canadian species the great grey owl (not found on Vancouver Island) is almost four times as tall and has a five-foot wingspan. Bold, ferocious and fearless hunters, pygmy owls are not afraid to take on prey that is twice their size; they have even been known to tackle blue grouse that outweigh them 20 times. They dine on a variety of prey, favouring a different menu at different times of the year. The main diet includes small rodents, large insects, reptiles and amphibians. When they are feeding their young they become avid bird hunters; catching any bird they can overpower, they often resort to ambushing the bird into a shrub. Most owls are nocturnal, especially the larger owls, but the pygmy owl spends the night holed up in a tree cavity or hides in the dense cover of the trees. By becoming a daytime hunter, it avoids large owls and nocturnal mammals that prey upon small owls. Like many species, the pygmy owls are patient hunters waiting on a branch for their prey to appear. Pygmy owls are easy to identify when they
NORTHERN PYGMY OWLS are the smallest kind of owl found in Canada.
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are perched; they have plump little bodies with long tails and rounded heads that closely resemble the saw whet owls. However, their coloration and distinct facial features set them apart. Overall their heads, back and wings are dark brown, grey or rust coloured; their white bellies are adorned with black streaks. Small white dots pepper their faces and larger dots can be seen on their wings and tail feathers. Probably one of the most interesting features are the “eyes in the back of their heads.” Like many fish and butterflies, pygmy owls have oval “false eyes” that are actually black feathers outlined with white. This camouflage is
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used when the owls are perched during the day to ward off attacks from birds or to deter birds flying overhead from giving away the owls’ location with their raucous alarm signals. Pygmy owl’s actual eyes are bright yellow and appear to be frowning as they peer ferociously from under their white eyebrows. Habitat for these diminutive owls includes open coniferous areas and treeedged alpine meadows or deciduous forest edges; they can also be found at 10,000 feet in the summer months. Nest sites for the pygmy and other small owls are often in “wildlife trees”; these are decaying trees that have been excavated by woodpeckers, leaving perfect cavities in which the owls can lay their eggs and raise their young whilst being hidden from predators. Three years ago, MARS was part of a study conducted to find out more about these
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secretive little pygmy owls. Little is known about their habits, lifespan, territorial range, feeding habits and reproduction. The study was conducted along the Trent River area of Royston. The pygmy owls were fitted with a “backpack” containing a transmitter that enabled us to track the owls’ movement. One of the findings showed the area the owls used as their habitat was a very small territory. MARS received a pygmy owl a few weeks ago that had hit a window in Port Hardy; the owl was brought to our centre, where it spent a
week recovering from bumps and bruises. It was very obvious that the owl had not sustained any major injuries and was extremely feisty and escaped from its cage when any opportunity arose. Keeping highly strung species such as small owls, hawks and falcons in captivity can often result in feather damage or superficial cuts and bruises. MARS posted a plea on Facebook for a “ride” home to Port Hardy for the little owl, it is important that we release our wildlife back to their territory whenever possible and we are often looking for volunteers that frequently travel up and down the Island to help us transport wildlife back to their territory. To report injured wildlife please call 250337-2021; follow us on Facebook to check on a patient’s progress and coming events. Sandy Fairfield is the educational coordinator for the Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society (MARS). The MARS column appears every second Thursday.
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National association honours Kingfisher Resort The Kingfisher Oceanside Resort & Spa has been recognized as an industry leader by the Tourism Industry Association of Canada. The Business of the Year Award recognizes the overall strength and long-term viability of strategies, commitment to visitor satisfaction, growth and innovation, contribution to the tourism industry, and commitment to human resource development. The Kingfisher is an historical landmark in the Comox Valley, renowned for its stunning location and the Pacific Mist Hydropath. Teamwork may not seem like a new and exciting innovation for success in a hospitality business, but based on the past year’s performance at the Kingfisher, it is impossible to ignore that teamwork is the innovation behind their phenom-
new customers surveyed, 96 per cent said they would return for a future visit with their number one reason being the friendly staff. Over the past year, the Kingfisher has realized an annual revenue growth of $3 million, an annual increased occupancy from 50 to 85 per cent. Due to increased
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pledge to ensure that each visitor with whom they come into contact will receive a warm B.C. welcome, friendly service, and an invitation to return. This extends beyond the doors of the Kingfisher and into each employee’s community as they are ambassadors for hospitality on Vancouver Island.
CRISTINA BALDINI OF the Kingfisher is pictured with Derek Vanstone of Air Canada. enal success. It is the mission of the Kingfisher to deliver an unparalleled guest experience. The leadership team and employees take a collaborative approach to everything from budget planning and goal-setting to guest satisfaction and strategic marketing plans.
They can accomplish what might have looked impossible on paper because together they are dedicated to the result. The Kingfisher has done this by eliminating the politics and confusion that plague most organizations. As a result, they have accomplished a lot in less time for less
cost. The Kingfisher has seen an increase of 59 per cent in new customers between July 2012 and June 2013. Of these, 25 per cent are from the Lower Mainland, a demographic many hospitality properties struggle to reach due to high travel costs. Of the
Technology companies merge Richard Boyle of Integrated Technologies and Andre Tewinkel of ACS Computer Solutions are joining teams. Over the next few months they will be blending the two companies into one. “This is an exciting opportunity to combine the best offerings and procedures from both companies — creating a stronger team which will offer the best of both worlds,” says Tewinkel. Integrated Technologies started as Sneakers Computers in 2000, switching names in 2011 to better suit what the company provided. ACS Computer Solutions was a home-based computer business that started in 1994. Its first store opened on Fifth Street in 2001, shortly before Future Shop came to town. ACS moved into a bigger location on Kilpatrick Avenue in 2006. Integrated and ACS
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Not serious this time In the grand scheme of things, perhaps a $5-billion deal for the rights to broadcast National Hockey League games is not a big talking point, not important or serious enough to take up space on the editorial pages of a newspaper. But hey, who said we had to be serious all the time? Numbers show millions of Canadians watch hockey, every week. More people in this province watch the Canucks than anything else on TV — period. So, what does this new deal giving Rogers the bulk of the broadcasting rights mean to hockey fans in this province? At first glance, it’s disappointing. Or at least it’s a little annoying from a viewer standpoint. Perhaps B.C. fans who live in a vacuum and watch nothing but the Canucks don’t notice, but the Rogers Sportsnet Pacific broadcasts are, well, kind of bush league in comparison to games shown by TSN or CBC. In-game graphics are woeful, including the seemingly simple task of displaying the penaltytime clock in a reliable fashion, or, goodness forbid, a semi-frequent out-of-town scoreboard or stats/information about players and their minor/ junior hockey origins. John Shorthouse is a good game-caller, but he’s no Jim Hughson, Chris Cuthbert or even Gord Miller. Is it too much to ask for some actual analysis that goes beyond the predictable goalie-had-nochance-on-that-one schtick from a former goaltender? One bright spot that may come of this RogersNHL deal is choice. Real hockey fans want to see Montreal-Toronto or Pittsburgh-Washington or Chicago-Los Angeles games that are loaded with B.C. and Canadian-born stars. TSN and CBC have provided many opportunities for that in the past, and we’re hearing that won’t go away, might even be bolstered, by Rogers. At this point, all we can do is observe with — Black Press interest. Record Question of the Week This week: Fifty-five per cent of respondents said speed limits should be changed on long stretches of highway between communities. Next week: Will Ottawa succeed in clearing the way for a pipeline to the B.C. coast? Visit www.comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote. Chantal Stefan’s Everybody Deserves A Smile is a notable effort, one of many in the Comox Valley, to improve the lives of the less-fortunate.
Bank robberies Monday in Comox and Campbell River, perhaps committed by the same man, have unsettled residents of both communities.
Ferry system dysfunctional Dear editor, When considering the state of BC Ferries, one is moved to question whether the right hand knows what the left is doing and vice versa. Have they even been introduced? BCFC’s right and left hands are a corporate structure comprising two principal sections, operations and engineering. The operations side, responsible for the crushing fare increases of the past decade, is now the author of the draconian service cuts that will be implemented in spring 2014 along with yet another round of fare increases. Regular ferry users know what this course will mean: Ridership inevitably goes down when schedules are reduced and fares go up. Even keeping ridership static at present levels would have to be regarded as a major win for BCFC. Meanwhile, the engineering side beavers away, industriously developing plans for infrastructure work as if there was not a cloud in the financial sky and ridership was steadily increasing. To cite but one small example of this disconnect, consider the matter of a new Denman West terminal that is to be part and parcel of the reckless scheme to build the world’s longest cable ferry run as a “cost-saving” measure (FYI—projected cost for the project has already doubled, obviating any putative savings, before the real work has even started). Perhaps because there are so many penetrating but unanswered questions about the operational and financial viability of this scheme, little attention is being paid to the mindlessly open-handed ways of BCFC’s engineering division. BCFC is proposing to build a seawall and then backfill behind it to create an area large enough for a 50-car parking lot as part of the new terminal.
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industriously developing plans for infrastructure work as if there was not a cloud in the financial sky and ridership was steadily increasing.
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Ferry traffic on Denman has always parked on the long hill leading down to the landing. Decades of that practice has never produced any problems other than on the handful of days a year, usually long weekends, when there is some minor confusion if the lineup sometimes extends past the intersection at the top of the hill. In fact, significant money was spent recently by Highways to add a proper third lane to the ferry hill to better accommodate this manner of waiting for the ferry. But, the prospect of a ridership rate that will be somewhere between static and dwindling notwithstanding, BCFC’s engineering boffins propose to spend
what will no doubt be several millions expanding a terminal to accommodate illusory higher traffic volumes. Meanwhile, the operations side is preparing to cut sailings by 15 per cent — that’s one in seven — to complement the huge increase in fares we have endured in the past decade. So here we are, with operations pursuing a cheese-paring austerity while engineering proposes to spray money around the way racecar drivers spray champagne after a victory. Where is coherent and accountable management? How can BCFC executives even pretend they have a viable plan for the future of the service when it is clear that the two major branches of the corporation are not on the same page? Is this yet another example of the sort of mess that arises when bureaucratic empire-builders are not restrained by a coherent and consistent management plan? Are the top BCFC executives too preoccupied with cashing those munificent paycheques to deal with the absurd, out-of-sync plans of their subordinates? Robert French, Denman Island
More power to people Dear editor, On Dec. 3, Michael Chong, a backbench Conservative MP, introduced a private member’s bill in Parliament to strengthen Canada’s democratic institutions by restoring the role of elected members of Parliament in the House of Commons. The reform bill proposes to restore local control over party nominations, strengthen caucus as a decision-making body and reinforce the accountability of party leaders to caucuses.
These vital democratic reforms are being supported by a wide range of principled Conservative, NDP, Liberal, and Green MPs. As one of Vancouver Island North John Duncan’s constituents, I urge him to work with other MPs to support this important bill that would put more power back into the hands of ordinary Canadians and the MPs who represent us. Kathie Woodley, Courtenay
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Dear editor, I wrote letters of concern during the construction of the Comox Harbour Centre. It has since been completed and now blocks a beautiful attribute of Comox. The more I learned how such a structure came to be, the less comfortable I became with the development process for our town. My discomfort is validated by seeing this dark structure sitting virtually empty. This corridor view was to be protected by our Official Community Plan. All we have is more “for lease” signs to add to those on Comox Avenue and in the mall. We now have a massive condo/hotel/ retail/marina comThe Comox plex for our waterplanning front before council. department, I certainly appreciate the desire to rep- mayor and licate the ambience councillors need of the old Edgewater to get out into Pub and the desire the community to have some hotel space in town. and listen to the However, the wishes of the proposed project people. is predominantly water-view condoDon Andersen miniums. These will do little to revitalize downtown and certainly won’t add to available affordable housing. Once projects such as Comox Harbour Centre and the proposed condo/hotel/retail/ marina are built, they alter the landscape for several generations. It seems developers, motivated by maximizing financial profit, are being encouraged to determine the landscape of our town. Our leaders allow us to participate in forming a community plan, and then they allow developers to make dramatic changes. Council members will tell us that increasing density is in keeping with our community plan. They suggest that adding density near the downtown core will increase our population and will improve business for merchants. The only significant change to Comox Avenue may be increased traffic for people heading to Courtenay to shop and work. The Comox planning department, mayor and councillors need to get out into the community and listen to the wishes of the people. Look for business models that appeal to the residents rather than looking for residents to fit their business model. The population of Comox has steadily, and significantly, increased over the years because it is a beautiful and safe place to live. Attempting to force growth by selling our natural assets reflects a limited perspective on town planning. Don Andersen, Comox
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She’s disgusted Dear editor, I am disgusted by the environment minister’s callous indifference to the environment in handing the pristine Jack Pine wetland area over to tar sands degradation. Wetlands are vital to the life of all creatures — thousands of birds and animals will be threatened to say nothing of the future of the Canadian citizens that live in the
area. We are expected to believe the propaganda being thrown at us regarding the Enbridge Pipeline and how careful they are going to be! Do they think we are fools? How much longer are we going to put up with this government and its arrogant disregard for the welfare of our country and its people? Ann Andrews, Black Creek
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Geoduck proposal concerns diver Dear editor, Comox council knows about as much about sub-tidal geoduck aquaculture as I do about what’s beyond the event horizon of a black hole. While I appreciate and admire those people willing to work in Town council, a little due diligence is in order. The fantastic prognostications of the promoters were swallowed hook, line and sinker. I’ve been involved with the first geoduck aquaculture company, Fan Seafoods, for 18 years as a diver, a major investor and as a member of the board. I planted the first geoduck seed in B.C., which was grown by Island Scallops for Fan Seafoods, into a protected site near
Marina Island. I have yet to get back more than a small proportion of my investment. A litany of the many problems and trials we’ve encountered would take more time and space than your readers would be willing to plow through. In short there are two major problems for any shellfish company. The production of seed to plant: Try to keep your optimism when you spend several hundreds of thousands of dollars in a hatchery and have a total loss. This has happened to us more than a few times. There are many ways to lose seed and more are being discovered. When you do get viable seed and you try to plant them in suitable ground,
you provide a concentrated source of food to attract the many predators. This necessitates the placement of various predator exclusion devices, most commonly nets and lengths of piping. Despite the cost, this has only varying degrees of success. As a commercial seafood diver, I have found that after a storm and diving on the Comox bar, the bottom is disturbed and the sand shifted down to 60 feet. Nets are usually put down from about 25 to 40 feet. Need I say more? The commercial geoduck dive fishery is one of the bestmanaged and conservative in Canada and perhaps the world. They harvest only a
Thanks for prompt action Dear editor, I would like to extend a deep and heartfelt thank you to Price’s Alarms and the Courtenay Volunteer Fire Department. Recently I experienced firsthand how much both parties care about this Valley and each person in it. To begin let me just say that I was having a very bad week, I found out that I need a biopsy, as a cancer I have may have come back, and an old simmering family dispute came up as it does every time around this season. So, it was my own forgetfulness that left a pot on my stove and I went out to do some shopping. Thanks to the prompt action from
Price’s Alarms that alerted the Courtenay Fire Department, all we suffered was some smoke damage. Washing walls to get rid of the odour is easy, realizing that one has a wall to wash is much more of a humbling experience, knowing it could have been so much worse. Either way, the emotional toll it takes is incredible, just the strain of knowing what could have happened, and knowing it was caused by simply forgetting to check. It is frightening.
If I could, I would personally thank everyone at Price’s Alarms and every volunteer at the Courtenay Fire Department. As I cannot, this will have to do. Thank you all for helping not just in averting a far more devastating event but helping me realize that I need to take care of my emotional stress with some outside help as clearly I am not on top of that as much as I believed. Kevin Broughton, Comox
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parks behind the Courtenay AIDS Vancouver Island (AVI) Regardless of thenight wordand used, at the c office. It is Tuesday thecompassion AVI outreachisworker religions’ moral teaching a key value insleepmost s and volunteer driver load upand the istruck with tents, phies. It refers to “the sympathetic awareness of the s ing bags, tarps, harm reduction supplies, coffee and ers and a wish to relieve thatout suffering.” sandwiches before heading for another night of TheWeather Community Justice Centre and it’s partner grou Cold Outreach. work on aWeather new project to enhance andbrings encourage the The Cold Outreach program supplies and of living compassion the Comox and expression food to folks on the instreets of the Valley. Comox work Karen Valley.ofFrom theArmstrong’s beginning of “Charter NovemberoftoCompassion” the end of hopes to support the Comox Valley in becoming a mo March, the outreach team is out on Tuesday and Thursate Community. Working with a faith and multi-cultu day evenings and Sunday afternoons, starting at the as wellwhere as themany business community, this p library folksand whoservice are homeless find some spreading thethe word about and its schedpositive shelter from cold, and compassion then follow several munity life.throughout We will be joining and the emerging movem uled stops Courtenay Comox. The goal compassion as a community thatand informs our de is to help someone get throughvalue the night connected haviours. to services Similar the nextprojects day. are at work in Parksville, Q Nanaimo, Powell River, and in communities across th Our volunteers and staff are passionate about connectAlready, our partner groups have begun to explore ing with homeless and at risk people in the Comox Valthis idea: Quatrale Comox Valley Unity Charter ley. Peter has been the included volunteer the driver since o their World Day of Prayer September, Cham the program started and hasindeep concernSherab for people (Tibetan BöninBuddhists) held aweather. teachingDel in October, living outside the harsh winter and Jes- l YongDong on Cultivating Compassion with Meditati se from AVI hand out sandwiches and coffee along with United a book studyprograms of Karenand Armstrong making Church referralsheld to social service health Compassionate Life”. care workers in the community. Many individuals who Overthe thetruck coming year, The our media partn access are housed butRecord, in very marginal conditions and update at high of risktheforproject’s homelessness. Othersand arethe liv-pr monthly work done ing around the community in cars, boats and campers. Ongoing funding is always a challenge. Each year there is uncertainty about the funding to keep the program going but it is a major priority to the staff and the organization. Last season, the Cold Weather Outreach had 1407 interactions with people in need. Peter Quatrale states that “once you go out and provide supplies to someone in the rain and cold, how can you not continue to do it?” Building community and connections happens through the weekly visits. At the start of the season the service users are usually singles or in pairs and they approach for coffee and food and HR equipment and then drift off on their way. But Del Grimstad has observed that by the end of the season there are usually groups of up to ten and more people socializing as they leave to the next site. It is a real opportunity to connect with folks in need. At times the contact has been a matter of life and death. Several times the outreach workers have connected folks up with emergency medical services for vital medical care. As well, many people who lived on the streets for years were visited each night at their sites and connected up with homeless outreach workers who over many years built a trusting relationship. They are now housed in the community. As the weather gets colder in the Comox Valley this winter take a moment to think about those in our community without access to shelter. If you’d like to get involved, donations of new or gently used tents, tarps, and sleeping bags can be made to AIDS Vancouver Island at 355 6th Street Courtenay or call (250) 338-7400 for further information.
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Basket awaiting in village ‘Tight-knit business community’ loves coming together
Sense of community is one of the things that make the small, charming group of businesses in Cumberland stand out. This has become even more evident this season, as they once again create Christmas in the Village. Along with the usual annual community-organized events like Santa’s Breakfast, Winterfaire and the truck Light-Up Parade, downtown businesses have
come together to create a grand prize as the big finale. There is a gift basket with items from more than 20 Cumberland businesses up for grabs — worth over $500. “This could have potentially been a challenge for us to pull together this year because of the Visitor Centre and Chamber closing in Cumberland,” says spokesperson Tina Willard-Stepan. “But it’s been seamless — proof that we are a tightknit business community who love coming together to let people know what Cumberland has to offer. “Gift certificates, clothing, home wares, coupons,
books, preserves, you name it — the lucky winner will walk away with an abundant sampling of Cumberland goodness.” To enter to win the grand prize, visit three participating merchants in Cumberland. The grand prize is on display at Seeds Food Market. The contest closes Dec. 20. Seeds Natural Food Market is at 2733A Dunsmuir Ave. on the corner of Third and Dunsmuir. For more information, phone 250-3360129 or visit www.seedfoodmarket.ca or www.facebook. com/seedsfoodmarket. — Seeds Natural Food Market
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Winter Harp concert ‘gives people Christmas’ Medieval sounds will fill Sid on Dec. 12 courtesy of skilled musicians and their special instruments
Celebrate Christmas and the holiday season with Winter Harp. Magnificent music and song, festive carols and enchanting stories will warm your heart and wrap you in the Christmas spirit. One of Canada’s most beloved holiday concert traditions, the magic that is Winter Harp celebrates its 20th anniversary with a return to Courtenay on Dec. 12 as part of the Sid Williams Theatre Society’s Blue Circle Series. More than a concert, Winter Harp is a sensory experience renowned for awe-inspiring performances, sold-out houses, standing ovations and rave reviews. On stage, Winter Harp’s extraordinary musicians, clad in glorious medieval attire, perform a collection of music, songs and stories in celebration of winter and Christmas. The musical repertoire ranges from heartwarming carols and songs to Celtic, medieval, and world tunes. Dozens of candles light the stage, with breathtaking backdrops of cathedral and snow. Add the beautifully carved instruments, and the entire show takes on the look of a luminous pre-Raphaelite painting, with golden Celtic and classical harps, drums, tambourines, temple bells, flutes and an assortment of beautiful ancient and rare instruments. Concert-goers thrill to the ethereal-sounding bass psaltery (the only one like it in the world), the organistrum (an early form of the hurdy-gurdy), and the Swedish nyckelharpa. Winter Harp was founded in 1993 by Lori Pappajohn and poet/ narrator Alan Woodland in a small chapel in Vancouver. Since then it has grown to include up to a dozen cities in its annual December tours of Western Canada. Over the years, tens of thousands of people have made attending Winter Harp their annual
tradition. With concerts on radio and TV, and with 10 CDs to its name, this world-class ensemble continues in its tradition of excellence. “One of the reasons Winter Harp has been a 20-year success is that it gives people Christmas,” says director Lori Pappajohn. “The familiar carols and the touching stories take people home — home to Christmas, with its rich and cherished memories.” For the 2013 tour, Winter Harp is delighted to announce that legendary harpist Kim Robertson will join the ensemble for a second year. A virtuoso musician, Kim is among the world’s leading Celtic harpists, credited with bringing about the renaissance of the Celtic harp in North America. Her ground-breaking arrangements and passionate performances helped launch the Celtic harp into the modern world. Kim’s work encompasses more than 40 recording projects and an international itinerary of workshops, concerts and retreats. Also back is acclaimed singer/ harpist Roger Helfrick. Helfrick is a vocalist and multi-instrumentalist who is classically trained as a baritone and accompanies himself on nylon-strung lever harp, gut-strung medieval harp, guitar, and psaltery. He makes his home in Courtenay and is a widely sought after harp teacher. The full roster of 2013 Winter Harp is Kim Robertson (Celtic harp, voice), Janelle Nadeau (pedal harp, voice), Roger Helfrick (voice, harp, medieval guitar), Lauri Lyster (percussion, voice), Jeff Pelletier (flute, bass flute), Joaquin Ayala (nyckelharpas, bass psaltery, organistrum), Adam Henderson (narrator), and Lori Pappajohn (Celtic harp, voice, Winter Harp director). Winter Harp is at the Sid Williams Theatre on Dec. 12 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for this Blue Circle Series performance can be purchased in person at the ticket centre from Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., by phoning 250-338-2430 or online at sidwilliamstheatre.com. —Sid Williams Theatre Society
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which will benefit not only those affected with EM but other conditions such as neuropathies associated with diabetes and shingles. Proceeds from the sale of Michelle’s recording will go towards supporting the work of the TEA. Michelle’s hope is that you will join her, through the purchase of her CD, in advancing the research of the TEA and by so doing make a difference in peoples’ lives. Sharing the gift of music with loved ones can bring much joy and comfort
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Singing opens emotional connection to others Paula Wild
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“There’s something special about sharing your voice that’s very different than playing an instrument,” says Wendy Nixon Stothert. “When people let down their guard and allow their voice to be heard in song, it opens an emotional connection to others.” That’s just what Stothert expects to happen when 25 Just in Time choir members tour Cuba next March on a cultural musical exchange. In preparation for the tour, 85 choir members will give an intimate, fundraising concert at the Little Red Church in Comox at 7:30 pm on Dec. 19. “It’s a sweet space,” says Stothert who created the three Just in Time choirs nine years ago. “We’re delighted to be performing there.” As well as Christmas material, the concert includes selections from the choir’s Canadiana set featuring Canadian composers, arrangers and recording artists. Soloists will perform with the band, which includes Sean Mooney on piano, Grahame Edwards on bass and Vanier student Jonathon Fairbank on percussion. In Cuba, the choir will spend a week with a Havana tour company that specializes in cultural exchanges. “We’ll meet adult community choirs to do some musical shares and participate in workshops with an a capella salsa jazz group. That will be really fun as
JUST IN TIME Vocal Choirs are guided by founder and director Wendy Nixon Stothert (foreground). the a capella singers use the human voice to replicate the sound of piano, trumpet and bass,” explains Stothert, “Cuban music is so complex and beautiful, melodic and rhythmic.” The choir will also visit a Grade 8 middle school that focuses on the arts. But Just in Time’s trip to Cuba is about more than just singing. Their goal is to take musical equipment such as strings, reeds and
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a Grade 12 music student at Mark R. Isfeld Secondary. After a visit to an underprivileged elementary school, Rutledge raised money to help them start a music program. When a government grant filled the need and she heard about the Cuba expedition from a choir member, she was thrilled that the money could be used by other students. In addition to the con-
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Last year they, along with other community musicians, staged an eight-hour singathon at St. Joseph’s hospital cafeteria. Altogether they raised $6,500, which was donated to the Views to purchase iPods and headphones for residents to use. “I was thrilled to hear how listening to music has affected residents of the Views,” says Stothert. “People can bring their favourite music with them from home, the hard of hearing can turn up the music as loud as they like and people who speak English as a second language can listen to podcasts in their native tongue.” “It’s just wonderful to know that as a community we raised that money and made that difference,” she adds. “And it’s great to know that a choir can affect positive change in the community. “What we share in that room is so special – we’re all connected by a common purpose — it’s very powerful. And we’re so happy to be able to spread that feeling around in the community and even take it to Cuba.” Tickets for the Just in Time Cuba fundraising concert are available at Bop City Records in Courtenay and the Red Carpet Boutique in Comox. A more formal concert will be held at the Sid Williams Theatre on Feb. 8. Paula Wild is a published author and regular contributor to the Comox Valley Record’s arts and entertainment section. www.paulawild.ca.
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Gravel on the loose on Saturday Look for Loose Gravel back at the Zocalo Café this Saturday. This time, trumpet, sax, bass and drums make Loose Gravel. The original idea of Loose Gravel is to see what happens in a band with no guitar or piano. We tried, got excited about the experience, and started working on some new tunes.
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For the Love of Life by Marianne Enhörning is from the Connections art show opening this Sunday at Martine’s Bistro.
Artist connects things Connections is the title and essence of a new art exhibition by Marianne Enhörning, which opens this Sunday at Martine’s Bistro in Comox. Enhörning, who was born in Sweden and moved to Canada when she was 11, grew up surrounded by art. She is deeply influenced by her grandmother, a passionate and committed painter whose life was devoted to art. Enhörning explored fine arts at university, then trained in architecture, and is currently a resident artist at Art Alchemy in Courtenay. Marianne’s evocative, dreamlike works are often figurative and nature-based, qualities that immediately engage the viewer. Her architectural esthetic is seen in the depth and perception she transfers onto canvas and board utilizing oils. Richly coloured and flowing, her pieces speak to the emotions that lie at the heart of people’s connection to each other and to nature. “My paintings have become my emotional outlet, my place of pure expression and freedom. Most of the time, I start a painting without any knowledge of what it will become. I start by filling my palette with colours I am attracted to at that
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This month, the Avalanche Bar & Grill doubles up with two Saturday afternoon jams. Dec. 14 and 28 will find Banjo Bob and friends playing folk, blues and bluegrass music. Guests and jammers are welcome. One never knows who might show up. These jams have occurred monthly since July and the crowds are growing. The kitchen is open. Come on in after shopping for some music and good times. Music runs from 4 to 7 p.m. — Avalanche Bar & Grill
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meals are consistently first-rate at the Zocalo while we musicians have a wonderful time playing. Admission is by donation. — Loose Gravel
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Falstaff singing in Rialto opera Comic bass Ambrogo Maestri sings title role on Saturday
The Metropolitan Opera presents Verdi’s Falstaff at the Rialto this Saturday at 10 a.m. This new Met production is imported from the Royal Opera House at Covent Garden. Comic bass Ambrogo Maestri, who opened the Met last year as Dr. Dulcamara in L’Elisir
Two great bands set to play on Dec. 31
Two great bands equals a fabulous New Year’s Eve 2013. It’s a come-as-youare New Year’s Eve extravaganza with XLR8 and Reunion at the Filberg Centre Hall. Tickets for this great evening of music and dancing are available at Long and McQuade, Money Maxx Pawnbrokers, Bop City Records — all in Courtenay — Johnny B. at 250-335-0169 or Fuzz at 250-792-2063. You must be 19 or older to attend. — XLR8
HONKYFEST BY DOUGLAS Walker of Black Creek won the People’s Choice prize at the recent Castlegar Sculpturewalk.
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The Rangers are comin’ around again to rock the rafters at the Mex Pub. Come out this Saturday night and bring your friends to dance the night away. Come early and have some of the Mex’s fine food and drinks for dinner, then stay for the show. The Mex is at 1001 Ryan Rd. in Courtenay. For more information, visit www.mexpub.ca, phone 250-703-9573 or e-mail roy@shawcable. — Rangers com.
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Piano duel looming in Courtenay Only one piano player will be left standing, say organizers of the first WinterBites Festival, which presents a blues piano showdown Jan. 18. “We’ve got two of North America’s true piano masters of blues and boogie woogie teaming up exclusively for a show at WinterBites,” brags Doug Cox, talent booker for the new WinterBites Festival. “My favourite thing about curating shows is putting together oncein-a-lifetime collaborations of talent for what makes a truly unique event,” Cox adds. “Both the players and the audience are treated to an extraordinary night of music and sharing beyond a usual concert experience!” Such will be the experience for those who choose to attend the Pianorama with music veterans Kenny (Blues Boss) Wayne and Louisiana’s David Vest.
Kenny grew up in the midst of a sharp musical dichotomy, thanks to parents whose tastes were wildly divergent. His preacher father told him to stay on the straight and narrow path, and at all times to avoid “the Devil’s music,” a classification that included boogiewoogie. His mom, however, was thoroughly taken with everything about boogie-woogie. As a self-taught musician, it was all she could play. Wayne has been a travelling musician almost all his life, playing in show bands and cover bands in his youth, seeing the world from Texas to Hawaii and from Peoria to Paris. Deeply influenced by Fats Domino and Johnnie Johnson, Kenny Wayne’s other heroes include keyboard rockers whose names are beginning to fade into history — men such as Amos Milburn and Bill Doggett. Although he now
calls Canada home, Maple Blues Award winner David Vest is an authentic, Southern-bred boogie-woogie piano player and blues shouter. Born in Alabama in 1943, David grew up in Birmingham, not far from Tuxedo Junction. About the time he turned 21 he found himself onstage backing Big Joe Turner, who said that David Vest’s playing made him feel like he was back home in Kansas City. He had also worked the southern gospel circuit and David wrote the first songs ever recorded by Tammy Wynette. He also dated a sister of the Louvin Brothers, toured with Faron Young (who threatened to kill him), backed Red Foley in a show where all the stars got robbed, worked in a theatre with Fannie Flagg and became the first American artist to record an album in Romania, after his appearance at the Sibiu Jazz Festival.
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HAPPENING AVALANCHE BAR & GRILL presents House Ten85 DJs live music starting every Saturday at 9 p.m. FMI: 250-331-0334 or www.georgiastraightjazz.com. BILLY D’S PUB offers music by Jilli Martini every Friday night from 8 to 11. COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY presenting Jeanne MacGrotty exhibit called Residual. Season of Light displayed until Dec. 28. CVAG Christmas Art Gallery Christmas Craft Fair runs through Dec. 28. FMI: www.comoxvalleyartgallery.com or 250338-6211. COURTENAY LITTLE THEATRE presents The Drowsy Chaperone at the Sid Williams Theatre from Dec. 28 to Jan. 4. Tickets at Sid Williams ticket centre, at www. sidwilliamstheatre.com or by phoning 250-338-2430, ext. 1. FLYING CANOE WEST COAST PUB has jam nights every Thursday this fall, a DJ and dance every Friday night and karaoke every Sunday, 9 p.m. GRIFFIN PUB north of CFB Comox hosts Jazztet every Sunday from 5 to 9 p.m. JOE’S GARAGE features Comox Valley Uke Jam every second Tuesday. Ukulele instruction at 7 p.m., jam at 8 p.m. KITTY COLEMAN WOODLAND GARDENS features Cantiamo Chamber ensemble singing carols Dec. 14, 15, 21, 22 and 23 at 7 p.m., weather permitting. FMI: woodlandgardens.ca. MARTINE’S BISTRO in Comox displays art by Marianne Enhörning from Dec. 15 to mid-March. Opening reception Dec. 15 from 3 to 5 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. PEARL ELLIS GALLERY presents members’ Christmas fundraiser show and sale from Dec. 10 to Jan. 26. Free admission at 1729 Comox Ave. FMI: www.pearlellisgallery.com or Facebook. POTTERS PLACE showing work by Anne Cubitt in December. FMI: 250-3344613 or www.thepottersplace.ca. STUDIO B in Cumberland presenting 10 Under 100 art show at 2704 Dunsmuir Ave. WAVERLEY HOTEL jam night with Brodie Dawson and friends every Thursday. Fundraising for Filipino disaster victims Dec. 12, 7 to 11 p.m. Bluegrass Brunch on Sundays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. FMI: www.waverleyhotel.ca. ZOCALO CAFÉ displays art by Sophie Skapski until Jan. 12. Opening night Dec. 14, 7 to 9 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 12 JOHN LEE TRIO art Avalanche Bar and Grill. FMI: www.georgiastaightjazz. com. DAVID ESSIG at Applewood Cottage. FMI, tickets: 250334-8687 or applewood_ cottage@yahoo.ca.
Friday, Dec. 13 SKIITOUR at Waverley Hotel. Tickets at Bop City, Waverley or 250-336-8322. SWINGSET at Zocalo Café, 5:30 and 8 p.m. FMI: 250331-0933. CANTIAMO CHAMBER ENSEMBLE with QUINTESSENCE BRASS present Sounds of Christmas, 7:30 p.m. FMI: Jen at 250-7920323.
Shop, Triple Heat Dance and Assante Capital. JON & ROY present Holiday Special with guests Buck 65, Horse Feathers, Ryan Guldemond, Scott Stanson and David Lang at Sid Williams Theatre, 7:30 p.m. FMI: www.sidwilliamstheatre. com. LOOSE GRAVEL at Zocalo Café, 7 p.m. DES LARSON TRIO and WHIPPING GOAT at Little Red Church in Comox, 8 to 11 p.m. Tickets at Bop City Records and at the door. METROPOLITAN OPERA on screen at Rialto Theatre, 10 a.m. FMI: 250-338-5502. BANJO BOB leads jam at Avalanche Bar & Grill, 4 to 7 p.m. RANGERS at Mex Pub.
Sunday, Dec. 15 CELEBRATION SINGERS present Christmas concert at St. George’s United Church in Courtenay, 7:30 p.m. Tickets at Colour Your World, Blue Heron Books or from any choir member. FMI: Michelle Pagdin at 250-334-4597.
Monday, Dec. 16 CELEBRATION SINGERS present Christmas concert at St. George’s United Church in Courtenay, 7:30 p.m. Tickets at Colour Your World, Blue Heron Books or from any choir member. FMI: Michelle Pagdin at 250-334-4597.
Thursday, Dec. 19 JUST IN TIME CHOIR at Little Red Church, 7:30 p.m. FMI: www.littleredchurchcomox. com.
Friday, Dec. 20 ANNIE BECKER and KEELAN GAMBLE, PARLOUR ROLLER at Denman Island Back Hall, 7:30 p.m. FMI: tinshackcreative.com or call 250-4658867.
Saturday, Dec. 28 BANJO BOB leads jam at Avalanche Bar & Grill, 4 to 7 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 31 XLR8 and REUNION at Filberg Centre in Courtenay. Tickets at Long and McQuade, Money Maxx Pawnbrokers and Bop City Records.
Thursday, Jan. 16 CHILLIWACK at Filberg Centre in Vancouver Island WinterBites Festival concert. FMI: www.winterbitesfestival.com or 1-855-400-2882.
Friday, Jan. 17 ALPHA YA YA DIALLO at Westerly Hotel in Vancouver Island WinterBites Festival concert. FMI: www.winterbitesfestival.com or 1-855400-2882.
Saturday, Jan. 18 KENNY WAYNE and DAVID VEST at Westerly Hotel in Vancouver Island WinterBites Festival concert. FMI: www.winterbitesfestival. com or 1-855-400-2882. KIWANIS CLUB OF COURTENAY sponsoring fifth annual singalong at the Sid Williams Theatre, 7 p.m. Tickets for Wizard of Oz at Sid Williams box office or at info@sidwilliamstheatre.com.
Wednesday, Jan. 22 BARNEY BENTALL at Crown Isle Resort & Golf Community in Vancouver Island WinterBites Festival concert. FMI: www.winterbitesfestival.com or 1-855-400-2882.
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49TH PARALLEL DANCE COMPANY presents Watering Hole, 2 p.m. at Old Church Theatre in Courtenay. Tickets at www.49thparalleldanceco. com, Silhouette Dance
JIM BYRNES and SOJOURNERS at Westerly Hotel in Vancouver Island WinterBites Festival concert at Filberg Centre. FMI: www. winterbitesfestival.com or 1-855-400-2882.
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Becker and friends will entertain on Denman Intimate Denman Island Back Hall Music Night planned
Annie Becker and Parlour Roller will present an intimate Denman Island Back Hall Music Night on Dec. 20. Recently named Vancouver Island Vocalist of the Year, it’s hard to believe Annie Becker is from the West Coast and not from the basement of a late-’30s New York jazz club. Whether you see Becker in a packed club, intimate coffeehouse, animated music festival, or bustling street corner, those who come across this jazz queen wrapped in a folk dress wearing soled shoes will no doubt walk away with a smile on their face and a melody in their head. She goes back in the studio to record her next album in February. Annie will be joined on Denman by Keelan Gamble. Keelan has been playing percussion and drums all his life. He has a dual diploma in Latin percussion and Jazz drumming. He also spent a month in Africa learning African percussion. Keelan is based on Denman Island. “The lyrics are straightforward, they are intelligent, and Annie’s a very compelling performer. She has a powerful voice and a very theatrical delivery in the way she sings. When she sings, you listen.” — Radio-Canada International The Parlour Roller is a breed of domesticated pigeon, known for its unique performance of turning somersaults on the ground. Parlour Roller is a musical duo with a unique breed of collaborative and intimate folk-roots sound, brand new to the West Coast music scene. Both with roots in Ontario (and both possessing the propensity to roam), Ben Doerksen and Skye Wallace are a pair drawn together by a like-minded musicality. Though the two have their own solo projects in Vancouver and Toronto, Parlour Roller is a special opportunity to blend their distinct styles and vocal timbres in a way that evokes train tracks, woodsmoke, and the
rustic cabins of rural Canada. Wallace works to compile all of the stark elements of the Canadian landscape into a sort of musical archive. Inspired by historical non-fiction and field recordings, particularly the esteemed National Parks Project, Skye’s songs are made out of stories that are hidden in plain sight. The resulting sound is experimental, gritty, and orchestral. She has shared the stage with The Rural Alberta Advantage, Ladyhawk, Bocephus King, Jordan Klassen, Facts, Allison Crowe and even Fred Penner. With over a decade of playing, writing, and performing under his belt, Ben Doerksen’s music is aimed at maneuvering the collision of an urban life obsessed with nostalgic, idyllic nature.
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new folk sound of Benjamin Doerksen is an ever-adaptive creative venture. This will be a truly unique musical experience. Walk on over to Denman for the evening … enjoy the show and some mulled cider and cookies … take the last ferry home. A lovely way to spend the last Friday before Christmas! Doors at 7 p.m., showtime 7:30. For more information, visit tinshackcreative.com or call 250-465-8867 — Tinshack Creative
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Larson trio performing The Des Larson Trio and Whipping Goat play at the Little Red Church Theatre this Saturday for a night of brand new original music. First up is Whipping Goat, fresh out of the gate with a full set of originals. This smokin’ new trio has been creating a real buzz.
BENEDICT CUMBERBATCH ATTENDS the TIFF premiere of 12 Years A Slave, one of the films requested for the CVAG Winter Film Series. PHOTO BY TODD WILLIAMSON
Film series coming in 2014 The Comox Valley Art Gallery’s Winter 2014 Film Series is set to start this January. Film Series Passes are now available in the CVAG Gift Shop, just in time to make an awesome gift for someone (or yourself) this holiday season. The Film Series, an ongoing fundraiser for CVAG, screens films fresh from the Toronto International Film Festival through TIFF - Film Circuit. The film dates are: Jan. 12,
Jan. 26, Feb. 9, Feb. 23, March 9 and March 23. All films are on Sundays at 5 p.m. at the Rialto Theatre in Courtenay. What is TIFF - Film Circuit? Founded in 1989, Film Circuit is TIFF’s successful film outreach program, bringing the best of international and Canadian films to communities across the country. Film Circuit encompasses over 180 groups in over 160 com-
munities across Canada and provides filmgoers an opportunity to see films that may not otherwise be available in their region. For more information, visit www.comoxvalleyartgallery. com, follow CVAG on Twitter at twitter.com/CVAGFilm or call 250-338-6211. The CVAG gift shop is at 580 Duncan Ave. in downtown Courtenay. — Comox Valley Art Gallery
Art gallery announces winners Season of Light is an art exhibit on display until Dec. 28 in the Comox Valley Art Gallery windows and sponsored by Berwick Comox Valley. Artists were invited to create a 3D miniature scene or diorama, incorporating or expressing human interaction and/or celebration of the Season of Light. The submitted works included art made of fabric, stone, bone, flowers, recycled packaging, felt, paper, wood, and many of them incorporating electronics and lighting elements. At the opening reception at Berwick on Nov. 19, outstanding works of art were recognized, with awards presented by Berwick general manager Jackie Holt and the CV Art Gallery appointee, local artist Robert Moon.
The jury made their selections and for each presentation, shared the artists’ rationale and inspiration for each work. • Jori Phillips was presented with the award for Most Creative Use of Materials. Her work is titled The Watcher and the Village; this piece is a 3D diorama depicting a miniature inukshuk and an igloo, created out of stone. Phillips said, “All stone used in this piece has been collected from the beaches of Denman Island. It has in no way been modified or altered save for gluing it to hold the shape.” • Rhonda Burden received the award for Outstanding Message of Community for her diorama We Know These Songs by Heart, which depicts her family singing around the piano.
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“Christmas carolling has been a family tradition since our children were very young,” she said. The Award for Artistic Merit & Creative Response to Season of Light went to artist Cindy Dilts for her piece Return to the Earth & the Promise of Spring. Created inside Victorianstyle jewelry boxes, Dilts layered bones, flowers, wood, butterflies and tiny electronic lights to embody the following: “Along with the darkest day comes the beginning of the return of the light. As we return to the Earth we nourish new life.” If you are downtown, come inside to vote for your favourite piece. The People’s Choice Award, is open for voting until Dec. 28 at 5 p.m. — Comox Valley Art Gallery
Concert, carolling
The Cantiamo Chamber Ensemble, with guests Quintessence Brass, present the Sounds of Christmas this Friday. The evening’s concert will feature traditional Christmas carols as well as some with a more contemporary twist at the Little Red Church in Comox. The performance will begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the door or by contacting a choir member. For more information, call Jen at 250-792-0323. Meanwhile, Christmas would not be complete without a stroll through the beautiful Woodlands Gardens while enjoying your favourite Christmas carols. Join Cantiamo at Woodland Gardens this Christmas season. Carol walks will take place Dec. 14, 15, 21, 22 and 23 at 7 p.m., weather permitting. For more information, go to woodlandgardens.ca. — Cantiamo Chamber Ensemble
SATURDAY They open for the Des Larson Trio, who have just finished recording their latest EP at the Cave Recording Studio, and continue to impress everywhere they play. The EP was produced by former 54-40 guitarist Phil Comparelli, who spoke very
highly of the band and their new material. Check out their latest video, Beautiful, on YouTube. This will be a licensed event, 19 + only, from 8 to 11 p.m. Tickets are on sale at Bop City Records, in advance, or at the door, presented by Martian Sound and the Cave Recording Studio. — Des Larson Trio
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Puzzling… Fun by the Numbers: Here’s how it works: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle! SOLUTION TO LAST WEEK’S PUZZLES
CITY FOLDS ACROSS 1 “So sad” 5 Baby ovines 10 Talmud experts 16 CD followers 19 Sean of film 20 Rankled 21 Colored ring of the iris 22 Shar- — 23 Naturalist from southern Louisiana? 26 “— Fool to Care” (1961 hit) 27 Discard knowledge of 28 Sign of the zodiac 29 Ready for use, as a roll of film 31 Not at all lax 32 Actress from southern California? 35 Dispenser taking a PIN 37 Airport guess, briefly 38 H.S. science class 39 Pulitzer winner Alison 40 Hockey player from northern Indiana? 47 Häagen- — 48 — de France 49 Prefix with tour 50 Bad grade 51 Yahoo! rival 53 The, to Henri 54 Arm, for one 56 Alias abbr. 58 Running-andcycling event 63 Like a villain 64 Singer from northern Utah? 70 Fey and Brown 72 Soul’s car make 73 “j” finisher 74 Lark 75 Painter from southern Minnesota? 81 Crux 82 Least fine 83 Roman 2,001 84 River to the North Sea 85 Rural tract 88 Jesting type 89 Old space station 92 World Series mo. 94 Ditty syllable 95 13-digit ID in publishing 97 Actor from central Arkansas? 103 Golden Arches pork sandwich
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WHETHER PERFORMING A burn-out (left) or popping the ‘chute to bring the ‘55 Belair to a halt at the end of the quarter mile, the car is a thing of beauty.
Schulte captures 10th drag racing championship Black Creek drag racer Otto Schulte won the 2013 Canada West Doorslammers Association (CWDA) Championship – his 10th career championship. The big difference this year was that Schulte was racing someone else’s car. For the prior nine titles, Schulte and his wife Leslie ran their own cars under the Schulte Racing Team. This year he ran Brad Lance’s ‘55 Belair, one of two cars campaigned by Lance under the Vancouver Island-based Lance Racing Team. Lance had asked Schulte to join the team to make a bid for the CWDA championship because of his strong track record. Schulte ran the car a few times in 2012 to get use to the faster class, which includes cars that must run at least 8.70 seconds in the quarter mile in order to qualify. Lance’s choice paid off. Both team drivers were in contention for the championship right through the 2013 race season. However,
following an engine failure setback in race three, Schulte went on to win in Ashcroft and moved up and held the points lead right through to the eighth and final race of the year. Seven of the eight points races were held in Mission. Asked how it feels to step up to a faster class of cars, Schulte laughs and says, “Well, these rockets sure get your attention. I have watched these quick hot rods run for years, but there is no way to prepare or explain what it feels like to launch one of these off the starting line. “Frankly it’s like getting rear-ended by a speeding and accelerating locomotive. It drives you back into the seat and never lets up. However, like anything else in life, once you do it a few dozen times you just get used to it.” Schulte’s ride is a beautiful ‘55 Belair, running eight-second passes at 160 mph (260 kph) in the quarter mile. The power plant is a 565 cubic inch Reher Mor-
OTTO SCHULTE OF Black Creek displays the hardware he collected for winning the 2013 CWDA championship.
rison big block Chevy pushing out 1,020 horsepower. It is equipped with a parachute to handle stopping. The team and support includes Kevin Lance, Cathy Ianson, Emile Hickford, Leslie Schulte, LouAnne and crew chief Mark Simpson. The Lance Racing Team thanks its many sponsors, and Schulte especially thanks his wife Leslie. “She and I have been drag racing together since the ‘80s. She handles the data collection during and between runs, which is critical for predicting times for the next pass. Without her I wouldn’t have won a single championship, including this one.” Asked about 2014, Schulte remarks, “Defending a championship is as big as winning one, but I’ve been in this game long enough to know you start off a new season from square one. Actually, you have to try even harder, having a target on your back! Hopefully I’ll get the chance to double up.” – Otto Schulte
Crown Isle to host PGA Tour Canada Q school event Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community will host one of three PGA Tour Canada qualifying schools to determine who will have playing status in 2014. The Courtenay golf course will host the final event from May 5-9. The other two events will be held at Oak Valley Golf Club in Beaumont, Calif.
(April 7-11) and Reunion Resort and Club in Kissimmee, Fla. (April 14-18). The top 18 players at each site will earn exempt status for the 2014 season while players finishing 19th through 40th plus ties will earn conditional status. “With these three qualifying sites, the access and opportunity for players to
earn status on PGA Tour Canada has greatly increased,” said PGA Tour Canada president Jeff Monday. “These qualifying tournaments should be extremely com-
petitive and will enhance the level of competition in our second season. We look forward to seeing the next generation of players to make an impact on this Tour.” British Columbia will play host to PGA Tour Canada qualifying school for the next two years with Morningstar Golf Club in
Parksville taking over from Crown Isle in 2015. Oak Valley, a 7,003-yard layout designed by Lee Schmidt, has hosted qualifying school for the PGA Tour while the Jack Nicklaus Signature Course at Reunion Resort and Club, a 6,916-yard Jack Nicklaus design, will host qualifying the following week in
Kissimmee, just outside Orlando. The spring’s final qualifying tournament will take place at Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community in Courtenay, a 7,025-yard Graham Cooke designed course located just minutes from Comox Valley Airport. – PGA Tour Canada
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There were smiles all around the rink when Courage Canada Hockey for the Blind visited the Comox Valley on Dec. 5. With the assistance of the Vanier Secondary Hockey Academy, Courage executive director Matt Morrow and founder Mark DeMontis led nine locally blind or partially sighted students on a fun skate at the Comox Valley Sports Centre. “It was great,” Morrow said. “With the weather we were worried some students might not show up. But almost everybody who signed up showed up. We had nine students and 10 helpers from the Vanier Hockey Academy.” “We had a full hour skate with the kids. Most lasted the entire hour. I actually had to shoo some of them off, which isn’t always the case…sometimes they get tired. So it was great.” This season, 400 youth who are blind or partially sighted in more than 25 communities from coast to coast are participating in learn to skate and Blind Hockey programs thanks to Courage and their national non-profit presenting partner, Accessible Media Inc.
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Axé Capoeira North Island will host its Winter 2013 event at Pentacostal Church in Comox on Saturday, Dec. 14. Special guests Prof. Barraozinho and Prof. Testa will join us for a day of workshops, competition and show. All members are invited to the potluck party afterwards. Registration is $25 before the 14th or $30 on the day of. Classes continue through December and the entire holidays at the Courtenay academy at 133 Fifth Street. The full schedule and details are at www. capoeiracomox.com. – Axé Capoeira North Island
IT WAS A fun hour for local blind and visually impaired students Dec. 5 at the Comox Valley Sports Centre. PHOTO BY EARLE COUPER A couple of programs were held here last year, and Morrow said they will be back next year. Designed for students from K-12, Morrow notes that for kids who are interested in continuing to improve their skating Courage tries to assist them with local
programs. “We’ve had pretty good success with kids signing up for traditional skating lessons. If the coach wants to give me a call and ask for some pointers on working with a child who is blind or visually impaired, we’re happy to do that.”
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Morrow said it is not unusual to see one or two students in wheelchairs at the sessions (there was one at the Courtenay stop last week). “Often with vision impairment it is accompanied by other disabilities, so a child has multi disabilities,” Morrow said. “Just because they can’t skate standing up doesn’t mean they shouldn’t have fun going around the ice,” he added. Along with AMI, Courage partners with CNIB and the BC Blind Sports & Recreation Association. Courage Canada Hockey for the Blind is a national registered charity. Established in 2008, Courage Canada has already successfully established an annual National Blind Hockey Tournament that is entering its third year. They have run more than 50 skating field trips for over 200 boys and girls in communities spanning the country from Halifax to Victoria. Courage Canada relies 100 per cent on corporate sponsorships and donations to run their programs. To learn more, contact Morrow at mattmorrow@couragecanada. ca or 604-812-6786, and visit couragecanada.ca. sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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open on the website at www.comoxvalleysports.ca until Jan. 6 for the winter league of sports like volleyball, indoor soccer, badminton, floor hockey and dodgeball. Interested players and teams can visit the website for more info or contact Scott at 250-898-7286 or scott@comoxvalleysports.ca. The A* Team finished in third place in the A Tier with a 3-2 win over Planet Volleywood, while I Like Big Bumps rode a 3-2 win over Attack From Above for fifth place. Sticky Fingerz finished in seventh spot, ahead of Balls Deep.
The B Tier finals featured Show Us Your Tips rebounding from a loss in last winter’s final to take the championship this time around, on the back of a 3-1 win over Strike Farce. Too School For Cool took third place with a 3-0 win over NIC Students, Floorplay finished fifth with a 3-1 win over Ancient Mariners and Getting Tipsy won 3-1 over Served on Ice for seventh spot. Bump ‘N Grind wrapped up ninth spot with a 3-1 win over Social Notwork. – Comox Valley Sports & Social Club
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Offer(s) available on select new 2014 models through participating dealers to qualified customers who take delivery by January 2, 2014. Dealers may sell or lease for less. Some conditions apply. See dealer for complete details. All offers are subject to change without notice. Vehicles shown may include optional accessories and upgrades available at extra cost. All pricing includes delivery and destination fees up to $1,665, other fees and certain levies (including tire levies) and $100 A/C charge (where applicable) and excludes licensing, registration, insurance, other taxes and variable dealer administration fees (up to $699). Other dealer charges may be required at the time of purchase. Other lease and financing options also available. **0% purchase financing is available on select new 2013/2014 Kia models O.A.C. Terms vary by model and trim, see dealer for complete details. ¤ “Don’t Pay Until Spring” offer (150-day payment deferral) applies to purchase financing on select new 2014 models. No interest will accrue during the first 120 days of the finance contract. After this period, interest accrues and the purchaser will repay both the principal and interest monthly over the contract’s term. Cannot be combined with “up to $750 customer bonus”. §Up to $750 customer bonus is available on 2014 Cadenza ($750), 2013/2014 WE’VE Rio4&5 door ($200), 2013/2014 Soul ($250), 2014GOT Forte ($250), 2013/2014 Optima/Optima Hybrid ($300), Proud 2013/2014 Sportage ($300), 2014 of Sorento ($375), 2014 Rondo ($300), 2014 Sedona ($400). Savings cannot be combined with Don’t Pay Until Spring offer, customer has the option of additional cash savings or payment deferral. Offer only available on finance terms, not cash or lease offers. ≠Bi-weekly finance payment O.A.C. for new 2014 Partner Sorento 2.4L LX AT FWD (SR75BE) YOU based on aCOVERED selling price of $28,482 is $156 with an APR of 0% for 60 months, amortized over an 84-month period. Estimated remaining principal balance of $8,138 plus applicable taxes due at end of 60-month period. Retailer may sell for less. See dealer for full details. Cash purchase price for the new 2014 Forte LX MT (FO541E)/2014 Rondo LX MT (RN551E) is $13,502/$19,482 and includes a cash savings of $4,000 *5-year/100,000 kmand cannot be combined with special lease and finance offers). 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“Don’t Pay Until Spring” offer (150-day payment deferral) applies to purchase financing on select new 2014 models. No interest will accrue during the first 120 days of the finance contract. After this period, interest accrues and the purchaser will repay both the principal and interest monthly over the contract’s term. Cannot be combined with “up to $750 customer bonus”. §Up to $750 customer bonus is available on 2014 Cadenza ($750), 2013/2014 Rio4&5 door ($200), 2013/2014 Soul ($250), 2014 Forte ($250), 2013/2014 Optima/Optima Hybrid ($300), 2013/2014 Sportage ($300), 2014 Sorento ($375), 2014 Rondo ($300), 2014 Sedona ($400). Savings cannot be combined with Don’t Pay Until Spring offer, customer has the option of additional cash savings or payment deferral. Offer only available on finance terms, not cash or lease offers. ≠Bi-weekly finance payment O.A.C. for new 2014 Sorento K200_PALR_DEC_AP_W1.indd 2.4L LX AT FWD (SR75BE) based on a selling price of $28,482 is $1561 with an APR of 0% for 60 months, amortized over an 84-month period. Estimated remaining principal balance of $8,138 plus applicable taxes due at end of 60-month period. Retailer may sell for less. See dealer for full details. Cash purchase price for the new 2014 Forte LX MT (FO541E)/2014 Rondo LX MT (RN551E) is $13,502/$19,4822013-12-02 and includes a cash savings of $4,000 3:40 PM (which is deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes and cannot be combined with special lease and finance offers). Retailer may sell for less. ‡$4,000 cash savings on the cash purchase of an eligible new 2014 Forte LX MT (FO541E)/2014 Rondo LX MT (RN551E) from a participating dealer between December 3, 2013-January 2, 2014, is deducted from the selling price before taxes and cannot be combined with special lease and finance offers including the Don’t Pay Until Spring offer. Some conditions apply. ∞NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Phase 1: the mail-in entry period for phase I begins on October 29, 2013, at 12:00:01 a.m. Eastern Time and ends on November 27, 2013, at 11:59:59 p.m. ET. The vehicle purchase entry period for phase I begins on November 1, 2013, at the start of regular business hours at participating Kia dealerships in Canada and ends at the close of regular business hours at participating dealerships on November 30, 2013. Phase 2: the mail-in entry period for phase 2 begins on November 26, 2013, at 12:00:01 a.m. Eastern Time and ends on December 26, 2013, at 11:59:59 p.m. ET. The vehicle purchase entry period for phase 2 begins on December 1, 2013, at the start of regular business hours at participating dealerships and ends at the close of regular business hours at participating dealerships on December 31, 2013. Open to age-of-majority residents of Canada. 60 Prizes (30 attributed to Phase 1 and 30 attributed to Phase 2), each consisting of a cheque that may range in value from $15,350 to $46,859. Odds of winning a Phase 1 Prize depend on the number of eligible Phase 1 Entries received before the applicable Phase 1 Draw Date. Odds of winning a Phase 2 Prize depend on the number of eligible Phase 2 Entries received before the applicable Phase 2 Draw Date. Skill-testing question required. For full contest rules and no-purchase entry details, visit www.kia.ca. ΔModel shown Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price for 2014 Sorento 3.3L EX AT AWD (SR75HE)/2014 Forte SX (FO748E)/2014 Rondo EX Luxury (RN756E) is $34,195/$26,195/$32,195. Highway/city fuel consumption is based on the 2014 Sorento LX 2.4L GDI 4-cyl (A/T)/2014 Forte 1.8L MPI 4-cyl (M/T)/2014 Rondo 2.0L GDI 4-cyl (M/T). These updated estimates are based on the Government of Canada’s approved criteria and testing methods. Refer to the EnerGuide Fuel Consumption Guide. Your actual fuel consumption will vary based on driving habits and other factors. Information in this advertisement is believed to be accurate at the time of printing. For more information on our 5-year warranty coverage, visit kia.ca or call us at 1-877-542-2886. Kia is a trademark of Kia Motors Corporation.
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ON NOW AT YOUR BC GMC DEALERS. BCGMCDEALERS.CA 1-800-GM-DRIVE. GMC is a brand of General Motors of Canada. ‡/†/^/ Offers apply to the lease of a new or demonstrator 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab 4x4 (1SA/G80/B30/I04), 2014 Terrain FWD (3SA), 2014 Acadia FWD (3SA). Freight ($1,600/$1,650), PPSA and PDI included. License, insurance, registration, administration fees and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC GMC Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. ‡1.5%/0%/1.9% lease APR available for 36/48/48 months on a new or demonstrator 2014 GMC Sierra 4X4 Crew Cab 1SA/2014 Terrain FWD 3SA and 2014 Acadia FWD 3SA O.A.C by GM Financial. Annual kilometre limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometre. Down payment or trade and/or security deposit may be required. Bi-weekly payments may vary depending on down payment/trade. Offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. $3,500 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit has been applied to the purchase, financing and lease offers of 2014 Sierra Crew Cab, and is applicable to retail customers only. † Offer valid only to eligible retail lessees in Canada who have obtained credit approval by GM Financial, have entered into a lease agreement with GM Financial, and who accept delivery from October 11, 2013 through January 2, 2014 of a new eligible 2014 model. General Motors of Canada will pay the first month’s lease payment (inclusive of taxes and any applicable prorate amount normally due at lease delivery as defined on the lease agreement). $0 first month lease payment means no bi-weekly payments will be due in the first month of your lease agreement. After the first month, lessee will be required to make all remaining scheduled payments over the remaining term of the lease agreement. PPSA/RDPRM is not due. Insurance, license, dealer fees and applicable taxes not included. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Void where prohibited by law. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ^Offer only valid from December 10, 2013 to January 2, 2014 (the “Program Period”) to retail customers resident in Canada who own or are currently leasing a Chevrolet HHR, Equinox, Tracker, Uplander, Venture, Astro, Lumina APV, Blazer, Traverse, Trailblazer; Saturn Vue, Relay, Outlook; Pontiac Montana/SV6, Transport, Torrent, Aztek, Sunrunner; Buick Rendezvous, Terraza, Enclave, Rainier; Oldsmobile Silhouette, Bravada; GMC Safari, Jimmy, Terrain, Acadia or Envoy, that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six months, will receive a $1,000 Holiday Owner Bonus credit towards the lease, purchase or finance of an eligible new 2014 GMC Terrain or Acadia delivered during the program period. Only one (1) credit may be applied per eligible vehicle sale. Offer is transferable to a family member living in the same household (proof of address required). This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. The $1,000 credit includes HST/GST/QST/PST as applicable by province. As part of the transaction, dealer will request current vehicle registration and/or insurance to prove ownership for the previous consecutive six months. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Void where prohibited by law. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See your GM dealer for details. ^Offer only valid from December 10, 2013 – January 2, 2014 (the “Program Period”) to retail customers resident in Canada who own or are currently leasing (during the Program Period) a GM or competitor pickup truck to receive a $1,000 credit towards the purchase, finance or lease of an eligible new 2014 Model Year Chevrolet Silverado Light Duty, Silverado Heavy Duty, Sierra Light Duty, Sierra Heavy Duty, or Avalanche. Only one (1) credit may be applied per eligible vehicle sale. Offer is transferable to a family member living in the same household (proof of address required). This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. The $1,000 credit includes HST/GST/QST/PST as applicable by province. As part of the transaction, dealer will request current vehicle registration and/or insurance to prove ownership. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Void where prohibited by law. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See your GM dealer for details. †*Comparison based on 2012 Wards segmentation: Middle/Cross Utility Vehicle and latest competitive data available, and based on the maximum legroom available. Excludes other GM brands. ‡*Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution. Comparison based on 2013 Wards segmentation: Large/Cross Utility Vehicles and latest competitive data available. Excludes other GM vehicles. **The 2-Year Scheduled Lube-Oil-Filter LOF Maintenance Program provides eligible customers in Canada, who have purchased, leased or financed a new eligible 2014 MY Chevrolet, Buick, or GMC vehicle (excluding Spark EV), with an ACDelco oil and filter change, in accordance with the oil life monitoring system and the Owner’s Manual, for 2 years or 40,000 KMs, whichever occurs first, with a limit of four (4) Lube-Oil-Filter services in total, performed at participating GM Dealers. Fluid top offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc. are not covered. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Void where prohibited by law. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. +The Best Buy Seal is a registered trademark of Consumers Digest Communications, LLC, used under license. ∞For more information visit iihs.org/ratings.
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Kia sets standard with all the bells and whistles handle very nicely around town. The multi-link rear suspension kept the vehicle from rolling side to side in higher speed cornering. Power was impressive and for a smaller, lighter vehicle, the motor was well matched. I was very surprised to see this many features offered as their standard package, great value for your money. Sticker price: LX AWD $28,695 LX V6 $29,495 EX V6 $35,395 SX $40,595 ian.harwood@drivewaybc.ca
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1956 Thunderbirds like this one (left), along with other “Baby Bird” two-seaters, are thought to be more collectable. 1958 Thunderbirds (right) like this one may have out sold its predecessor but they are not as collectable today.
Tough automotive acts to follow Most of the time, the automotive world doesn’t serve up a “Godfather II,” the rare sequel that is the equal or better of the original. Sometimes, you get “Godfather III.” Here are cars that today are regarded as classics in their own right, but initially had a hard time living up to the legacy of their predecessors: 1. 1958 Thunderbird: The original two-seater 1955-57 Thunderbirds — or “Baby Birds” — were recognized as classics almost as soon as they went out of production. They were replaced by a larger four-seater that came to be known as “The Square Bird.” While the Square Bird was an immensely popular
car that handily outsold its predecessor, the original two-seater remains the one that most people think of when the topic of T-Birds comes up. 2. 1979 Datsun 280ZX: The 280ZX had the misfortune of following one of the all-time greatest classic sports cars, the Datsun 240/260/280Z. And it also committed the cardinal sin in the eyes of sports car enthusiasts (although not necessarily in the eyes of the buying public) of being heavier and more luxurious. It was derided by the magazines of the time as being a flashy “discomobile,” and collectors are only now starting to realize the merits of the comfy and
Rob Sass more grownup ZX. 3. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado: The first generation Toronado that appeared in 1966 was a stylistic and engineering tour de force. Reminiscent of the great classic Cord 810 of 1936, it was
a milestone car for GM. Hardly anyone remembers its successor, the second generation Toronado. Where the ’66 broke the mold, the ’71 was the mold for generic American luxury cars of the 1970s. 4. 1976 Jaguar XJS: This one had the extreme misfortune of replacing one of the most beautiful cars of all time, the Jaguar E-Type. So naturally, people were predisposed to hate it when it came out. Other than initial quality control issues, which have become legendary, the XJS was neither a bad nor ugly car — quite the contrary. But for Jaguar, lightning just couldn’t strike twice: There was simply no way that the
XJS could be as lovely as the E-Type. 5. 1974 Ford Mustang II: The early 1970s were dark times for the automobile. The Arab Oil Embargo of 1973 put the brakes on large displacement high performance engines. What was Ford to do about cars like the Mustang, whose reputation was built on V-8 performance? Replace it with a four-cylinder version based on the Pinto, of course. Although V-6s and V-8s were offered, it was the sting of the anemic four-banger that stuck with the II until Ford replaced it in 1979 with what would become the very good and very popular Fox body Mustang.
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Towhees third at Chilliwack basketball tourney The Vanier Towhees senior boys basketball team travelled to Chilliwack for their first tournament of the year and overall the results were good as they went 2-1 to finish third at the 12-team Storm Classic. In their first game against 3A No. 1-ranked Fleetwood Park of Surrey the 4A Towhees experienced -10 degree windchill outside in ever-blowing Chilliwack but heated up the gym. “The boys played tremendously aggressive team defence, and
baffled the long-range shooting Surrey team, leading by 22 points at halftime,” said Towhees’ head coach Larry Street. Fleetwood Park put on a 1-3-1 half court zone for much of the last quarter and slowly picked away at the lead. But the Towhees prevailed 57-50 over a good, athletic team who shot 4-for-29 from three-point land. Joss Biggins led the way with 19 points and 12 rebounds while Bryce Olsen had 15 points and eight rebounds.
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Larry Street Harry Li popped in nine points. Game two was against 4A No. 6-ranked Sardis, who finished sixth last year primarily as Grade 11s and proved they are bona fide contenders this year for the 4A title, winning easily over Vanier 82-44. Sar-
dis went on to win the tourney. The Towhees just couldn’t score, or stop the big three of the Falcons who had a good 6’7” centre, two athletic scoring forwards and sharp-shooting guards. Li led the way with 11 points and 11 rebounds, while Big-
Raiders 1st on Island, 6th at B.C.s The Highland Raiders senior boys volleyball team ended their highly successful season placing first on the Island and sixth in the province. At the Island championships on Salt Spring Island, Highland came out on top of all AA schools. It was a whole team effort and Grade 11 setter Jared Collin came away with first all-star honours and Highland’s captain and power hitter Chris Dodd was named MVP of the tournament. In the weeks between winning the Vanier tournament and the provincial championships in Kelowna, the Raiders had won 23 straight games. In the opening round of pool play at the B.C.s in Kelowna, Highland defeated NDSS, Princess Margaret and College Heights to place first in their pool. The following morning they won their crossover game to advance to the quarter-finals. This game was against Langley Christian, the team ranked second in the province. This was the game of the boys’ lives. Every single player played their heart out. The skill and intensity the
Tournament, which is co-hosted with the senior girls team. It starts Friday and continues all day Saturday with two games for all eight teams. Games on Friday: 2:30 p.m. (Girls) Woodlands vs. Cedar 4:14 p.m. (Boys) Maple Ridge vs. Notre Dame 6 p.m. (Boys) G.P. Vanier vs. Killarney 7:45 p.m. (Girls) G.P. Vanier vs. Killarney Games on Saturday: 8:15 a.m. (Boys) Killarney vs. Maple
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CELEBRATING THEIR ISLANDS win and Movember, the Highland Raiders from left to right are: Back row - coaches Pieter and Thomas de la Rey, Spencer McDougall, Jared Collin, Mac Gold, Sam Lewis, Will Matous. Front row - Trenton Cameron,Tristan MacLean, Chris Dodd, Willem Roelants. Highland boys showed on the court was inspirational to see. The Raiders won the first and third sets and in the four4th they had Langley Christian 23-21 but unfortunately the win was not to be. Langley came back and followed up with a fifth set tiebreaker win. This loss was a tough one for the team – it was the one they wanted most of all, although fans and parents in the gym felt lucky to be there to see the heart,
determination and camaraderie this group of close knit boys displayed. The support the players gave each other in winning and in losing was something they will remember for years to come. The tournament ended with a loss to arch rivals NDSS and a sixth-place finish. Highland’s two power hitters, Tristan MacLean and Chris Dodd, were recognized with honourable mentions from the all-star
Ice hosting tourney The Isfeld Ice senior boys basketball team opened their season on the road with two exhibition games at Shawnigan Lake School this past weekend. On Friday they defeated Brentwood 57-40, only giving up 16 points in the second half. Cole Hutchings led the team in scoring with 26 and Morgan Proctor contributed 15. “In the first half
gins had eight points. Game three was against 1A No. 1 ranked Unity Christian of Chilliwack. “Unity played a scrappy, unorthodox game that stymied us early, but they just couldn’t score against our pressure defence in the full court,” Street said. All the Towhees contributed to a solid win and all but two scored. Leading scorer was Biggins with 16 points and Jakob Jungwirth chipped in 11 on good shooting. Foster Dewitt led the team with a good +/- of 7, eight rebounds and eight points. Up next for the Towhees are their first home games of the year in the Gus Vesterback
we were 7-for-10 from the three-point line. We were very good defensively,” said Tom Elwood. On Saturday the Ice defeated Shawnigan 68-28. Double-digit scoring came from Richard Girard 15, Proctor 11 and Hutchings with 25. “Again we were terrific defensively, holding them to 14 points in the first half,” said Elwood. “Owen Kaefer did
a great job defending both post players for Brentwood and Shawnigan, holding both teams leading scorers to a combined five points total.” The Ice, ranked No. 1 in this week’s Vancouver Island 3A top 10 poll, are hosting their own tournament this weekend starting on Friday. Isfeld plays Parklands at 4:15 p.m. on Friday. – Isfeld Ice
committee. Coach Pieter de la Rey did such a fabulous job, taking the team to another level of play this season. The players and their families will always be thankful for Pieter’s dedication to this team over the last two seasons. – Highland Raiders
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ear the end of November I took a break from deer hunting to spend a day fishing winter chinook off Quadra Island with Charley Vaughan and Bruce Bell. It was one of those clear, cold days we have been experiencing for the past several weeks. There were at least six similar-minded boats occupied in our common purpose of trying to land a legal winter chinook. We launched at the ramp at the Big Rock and enjoyed the short run to the fishing grounds. Fishing winter chinook takes place from two types of boats – large boats with heated cabins or open boats and wearing suitable cloth-
ing such as survival suits and insulated, layered clothing for warmth. Warm mitts or gloves are essential when dealing with reels, lines etc. We were fishing from Charley’s open boat so you know how we were dressed. Hot beverages such as tea and coffee are also essential ingredients to a pleasant day on the water. In the selective minds of winter fishers a prime winter chinook is the best of the species when it comes to dining on fresh salmon. Charley is the mastermind behind what we offer by way of lures. On this day we started with small plugs fished at depths varying from 80 to 200
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Bell with his fish shows the size of his catch. The fish gave each family a couple of meals of fresh halibut – not bad. Landing the halibut brought up a couple of reminders. The first is that halibut season will close 18 days after the publication of this column. Chinook season doesn’t change until the new licenses in April 2014. Added to time limits is the growing evidence of a better than usual number of halibut caught in local waters during the past few months. I suggest that winter chinook fishing has an added bonus this year in the strong possibility of taking a halibut while targeting winter chi-
nook. A prudent angler might be wise to fish one line with tackle that may attract a halibut as well as a salmon. I have a rigged green hoochie on a Golden Betsy flasher that has hooked five halibut between here and Port Hardy. Some of those fish took the hoochie in depths of less than 100 feet. We find trolling lures or hoochies just off the bottom at chinook fishing speed works well on halibut. We caught our fish at the Lighthouse drift below Quadra. If you are in prospecting mind I would suggest the shoal waters from 80 feet down to 200 off the mouth of the Oys-
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Patrick â&#x20AC;&#x153;Paddyâ&#x20AC;? HatďŹ eld Master Warrant Officer (Retâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d) A resident of Glacier View Lodge passed away on Monday, December 9th, 2013. He is survived and will be missed by his wife Rose; sons George and Robert; grandson Christopher, daughter-in-law Karen; brother Leonard and sister Florence. A Celebration of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Paddyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sâ&#x20AC;? Life will be held on Monday, December 16th, 2013 at 10AM at Courtenay Legion Branch 17, 367 Cliffe Avenue. Should friends wish, donations in his memory to Glacier View Lodge would be appreciated.
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Jennifer Elizabeth Craster (nee Turner) November 11, 1929 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; December 1, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jennifer Craster. Jennifer leaves behind her daughter Carol Walters, son-in-law Darcy, and grandchildren Jenna and Myles along with many friends and relatives. She is predeceased by husband Charlie, daughters Anne and Janie, and siblings John-Martyn and Prue. Born in Hildenborough, Kent (south east of London), Jennifer immigrated to Canada in 1953 and made her way by train from Halifax to Victoria. Shortly after coming to Canada she met Charlie on the tennis courts and was married just four months later. Together they lived in Vancouver for over 30 years where her tennis playing continued. Over the years many guests were welcomed into their home, or were greeted at their cottage in Point Roberts with the words, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lovely to see you. I hope you can stay for dinner.â&#x20AC;? Charlie and Jennifer surprised us when they purchased property in Qualicum Beach on their way home to Vancouver after meeting their second grandchild for the first time in Courtenay. Their move to the Island allowed for visits and dinners with both grandchildren and family. A few years after Charlie passed away, Jennifer moved to the Comox Valley. For a short time she lived among wonderful neighbours on Orchard Park Drive, and then moved to Stevenson Place where LeeAnn of Lammâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Homecare was her angel of care. Most recently Jennifer was at The Seniorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Village where once again she was surrounded by caring individuals. A service will be held at 1pm Saturday, December 14 at the Comox Pentecostal Church, 1919 Guthrie Road, Comox, B.C. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the Cystic Fibrosis foundation, the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of your choice.
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Sandi Leonard Vera (Sandi) Gladys Mabel Leonard (nee Sandford) passed away following a stroke on November 20, 2013 at Fraser Hope Lodge. Sandi, as she was affectionately known to her family and friends, was born February 27, 1920 in Chelmsford, Essex, England to Charlotte and William Sandford. Sandi met her husband of 46 years, John Reid Leonard, in England while he was on vacation. They married and moved to Canada where they raised their three children. Sandi and John moved to Hope in 1988. Sandi loved entertaining, baking, needlework and spoiled her grandchildren with many hand knits. Active in her community, Sandi was a member of TOPS for over 10 years, and was involved in Christ Church Anglican and Church of the Resurrection. Sandi was predeceased by her husband John in 1994 and her son Christopher John Leonard in 2008. Sandi leaves behind, with loving memories, her daughter Jacqueline Nicholson (Mark), Royston, BC, her son Warrant Officer Patrick Leonard (Carolyn), North Bay, Ontario and her seven grandchildren, Robyn, Lance (Marie), Corporal Dylan Nicholson, Brook, Kelly, Nicole and Danica, The family would like to express their appreciation to the staff at Fraser Hope Lodge for their compassionate care, with special thanks to Heather and Ligia. A family service will be held at a later date.
Violet Pearl Paisley, born April 28, 1922 in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. Died December 2, 2013 in The View, Comox B.C. Predeceased by parents William (Bill) Garnet Koch, Husband Lorne Paisley, stepson Wayne Paisley. Brothers and sisters Margaret, Ruby, Alan, Kenneth and Jean. Survived by stepson Bill Paisley, brother Roy Koch (Lumby, B.C.); Wallace and family (Saskatoon Sask). Long-time friend Bev Steer (Osooyos, B.C.) Violet was a long-time member of the Courtenay Legion, a life member of the Pythian Sisters and a life member of Canadian Daughters Assembly #6, Courtenay. The family would like to acknowledge and thank Mr John Williams and his branch #17 Hospital Committee for his visits and Branch benevolence provided on a weekly basis this past year. John was so very kind to Violet and she in turn, treated John like the son she never had. Additionally, we would like to thank a great friend of Violets, Eleanor Shaw, for her sensitivity, kindness and compassion during Violets stay at St Joseph Hospital and The View. Finally, we would like to recognize and thank St Joseph Hospital Staff, Dr Peter Gee her Physician and also the staff at The View.
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In Loving Memory of KEVIN RICHARD BAKER July 24,1990 Till we meet again. Love Mom, Dad, Jodie and Pam In Loving Remembrance of HAROLD CRESSWELL December 13, 2003 Ten years have come and gone Since the day we had to say good bye A silent thought, a secret tear Keeps your memory ever near Time takes away the edge of grief But memory turns back every leaf Forever in our hearts Charlyene, Jardy, and Amara
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BUSY CONSTRUCTION Co. in Trail, B.C. is searching for an experienced Accounting clerk/ bookkeeper. Candidate is expected to be a self-starter and to be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of Conac Pivot System is an asset and the ability to take on multiple roles is looked at positively. Main responsibilities include: Accounts Payable - invoice transactions for goods received and prepare cheques when due; Payroll - collect payroll data daily and convert into daily tracking sheets, submittals and weekly payroll run. Please send resume to: johnwkm@shawcable.com or call (250)364-1541 for further details.
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Business opportunity for a contractor to operate the kitchen and bar facilities at our clubhouse. Successful applicants will be responsible for hiring their own employees, providing their own inventories and have credit references.
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son of Ron and Gertie Wesley of Courtenay, and former student of Highland Secondary (Class of 1984), has been awarded the degree of Doctor of Philosophy from Northeastern University for his research on diversity in social movements. The graduation ceremony will take place on May 1, 2014 in Boston. Dr. Wesley currently resides in Harvard, Massachusetts with his wife and three children. He will continue in his role as research manager for the Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Amore-McKim School of Business in Boston. Quality Foods Cake Winner of
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PAINTING COLINâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PAINTING. Winter Special 3 rooms $299. Ceilings & trim extra. 30 yrs exp. Refs. Call (250)923-1954. 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
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CARPENTRY 250-650-1333 SKILLED carpenter. Licensed & certified. Free estimates, Call Doug www.suncrestholdings.ca
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZERS HANDYPERSONS 250-898-8887 HOME Repair & Maintenance Service. Interior or Exterior. Call Les for Free Estimate. HANDYMAN for all your home repair and maintenance needs. Please call Bob at 250871-5400.
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GARDENING A.C.L. YARD WORKS. Offering Fall Clean-up specials. Hedges, fruit trees+ gutters. Pat , 250-218-4597.
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. Holidays are coming! Time to get organized. Call Shelly at 250-897-8748.
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#250-703-FIRE(3473) Est. in 2004. Custom cut, split, delivered, clean. Well seasoned. SEASONED FIR, delivered in 1 cord loads. Larry Mitchell, Since 1996. 250-702-2174
2 YR. Old wing brocade swoop back couch - $325. Ultnamatic medical bed 4 yrs. old with 25yr. warranty, lifts head, massages-auto. - paid $5,200, selling for $2,200 obo (must sell). Smoke free home, all like new. 250-338-2166.
FURNITURE ANTIQUE FURNITURE Sale Many pieces. 916 Heritage Meadow Drive, Campbell River Nov. 29, 30 & 31st from 2pm to 4pm. Phone 250-2863602 for details
GARAGE SALES BUILDING HAS been leased Flea market is closing. Entire inventory, furniture, fixtures, must go. Make an offer on anything! Sat & Sun, 10-2pm. 2790 Cliffe Ave.
HOBBIES & CRAFTS 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
MODEL TRAINS H.O. and O.O. A/F-S, New & Used. Buildings & Vehicles. You must see this amazing collection. 250-335-0060
JEWELS, FURS FUR COATS, sz 14: Beautiful white Beaver $350. Hudsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Seal $200. and Russian Mink $200. Call Lee (250)337-8857 or (250)282-3274.
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KITCHEN WOODEN Cart, $70. obo. Beige/black area rug 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x8â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, $29. 250-338-9500.
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4X8 BEARE Trailer w/extras, $1000. 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; professional sized shuffle board w/extras, $800. Oak table w/padded arm chairs w/leaf, $500. Electrical heater, $125. (778)420-4281. BEDROOM SUITE mahogany - dresser, drawers mirror side table, $450. King size headboard (split frame). 2 mahogany living room chairs $50 each. 2 bedroom chairs - blue, cream frames & cane backs, $30 each. 2 bar chairs - black frame, green suede, $20 each. 250-898-8850. COLLECTOR BARBIES FOR SALE! Still in original boxes. Prices range from $10-$50 each. Lots to choose from. Call Melissa at
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to set up a time to view. HEINTZMAN PIANO - Upright for sale. Great condition. $1700. Please call to view this lovely piano. 250-338-6757 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? LIFT CHAIR and recliner, moss green, good condition, $550. Call (250)334-9700. PELLET STOVE Whitfield Advantage 11-T. Excellent condition includes 18 bags pinnacle fir pellets 40 pounds each, stored indoors. Total price $750 firm. Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & Ladies Golf Club sets. Call for more info. 250-339-5913 POTTERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S WHEEL for sale. Excellent condition. Asking $500.00. Please call to view 250-897-3142. SHOT SHELL RE-LOADER 12 Gauge. Size-O-Matic. (1-stroke, 1-shell). 20K primers + powder. $595. 250-2863308.
VICTORIA 2 BDRM CONDO 1380 sq ft. Quiet 55+ bldg near Hillside Mall & Jubilee Hospital. No-step entry. $203,000. Call Claire 1-250858-6775.
FOR SALE BY OWNER MODULAR HOME 14x66 & prop. Brand new. Privt. In Campbell River. All appl & window coverings. $219,900. 250-287-2769, ask for Tim
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. Houses & Suites APARTMENTS 303-4686 Alderwood 3 Bed 2 Bath N/S 5 Appliances $975/mth Avail. Nov.15 DUPLEX/TOWNHOUSE 14-1335 13th St 2 Bed 1Bath N/S N/P 5 Appliances $800/mth Avail Nov 1st
STEVENSON PLACE, Comox- 1 bdrm unit, supportive living, 24hr responder on site, close to shopping, doctorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, golf course. For more information, please phone, (250)339-0358 or email: pcalcutt@shaw.ca
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4C 851 5th St 2 Bed 1Bath N/S N/P 5 Appliances $800/mth Avail immed 1130A 2nd St 3 Bed 1 Bath N/S N/P 4 Appliances $1100/mth Avail Nov 15th HOUSES 1227 Kye Bay 3 Bed 3Bath N/S 7 Appliances $1400/mth Avail Jan 1st
#26-1120 Evergreen Road. 3 bdrms /2 bthrms. Dead end street. Backs onto forest land. 1312 sq ft. $236,900. 250-2869816
7735 Tozer Rd 4 Bed 2 Bath N/S 4 Appliances $900/mth Avail Dec 1st 2397 Cooper Pl 3 Bed 2 Bath N/S N/P 5 Appliances $1350/mth Avail Dec 1st
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.
1905 Coleman Rd 3 Bed 2 Bath N/S 5 Appliances $1500/mth Avail Nov 15th 2705 Urquhart Ave 3 Bed 3 Bath 5 Appliances $1400/mth Avail Jan 1st
SNOW TIRES (2) 15â&#x20AC;? X 205â&#x20AC;?, less than 500KM. Mounted on GM Rims. Call 250-338-0890
7682 Armstrong Rd 4 Bed 2 Bath N/S 5 Appliances $1500/mth Avail Nov 1st
VIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HOT-TUB Covers, made in BC. Professional in home service. 250-897-8037.
MISCELLANEOUS WANTED COLT ANACONDA, Diamond Back, Python or King Cobra. Call (250)334-3604. Looking for any of the above.
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS YAMAHA G231 6 string classical Guitar with hard case $200. Getzen B flat trumpet $100. Shmidit Autoharp with owners manual - $100. Mozart Apartment sized piano - $900. All in good condition. Please call 250-792-3929.
REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/CONDOS
For Sale or Trade ocean/mountain view home. 676 Pacific Heights Lane. Main level entry walkout basement 3 bdrm, 2.5 bthm, 2400 sq.ft, 4 yrs old. $449,000. Will trade for home with good parking for 35â&#x20AC;&#x2122; RV. 250-923-5065.
OTHER AREAS PARK MODEL- Yuma, Arizon RV park. $17,000. Fully furnished, many extras. Call (250)923-5848 or 1-928-2571456.
RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO COURTENAY- Sunny 2 bdrm Condo, corner unit, close to College, NS/NP. $750. 250331-1767.
COMOX INDEPENDENT/ supportive living. 2 bdrm, 1.5 bath, full kitchen, downtown Stevenson Place. Immediate possession. 250-338-5563. misk5563@gmail.com NANAIMO WATERFRONT 2nd floor condo. 1500 sq.ft. LR/DR/2bdrms with view, den, gas FP, secure bldg. 2 underground parking spaces. Maintenance fee includes hot water/gas/landscaping. 1 pet OK. $339,900 (250)753-9123
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COTTAGES ROYSTON COTTAGE available Dec. 15/Jan. 1. 1 bdrm. Close to beach. W/D, F/S. NP/NS. $750/mth plus utilities. Call 250-334-8491
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES COURTENAYBEAUTIFUL, quiet, 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath duplex, 5 appls, F/P, garage. NS/NP. $1175. Email: grups@telus.net or call 250897-1467.
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CLOSE TO GOOSE SPIT 3 bdrm, 2 bath, F&S, family rm, carport, fenced yrd, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. Pay 1/2 mth rent in 12th mth w/one yr lease. - $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. Immed. $1,350/mth BEAUTIFUL WATERFRONT HOME 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, gas F/P, hot tub, sauna, 2 decks, N/S, pet neg. w/ref. Avail. Immed. $2,000/mth COMOX RANCHER 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appls, F/P, fenced yrd. w/shed, carport, N/S, pet neg. w/ref. Avail. Dec. 1 - $1,150/mth COURTENAY COTTAGE small 1 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls, would suit single person, yrd area w/garden shed. N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. - $595/mth.
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COURTENAY 2110 Piercy Ave. Lg 2bdrm, 1 1/2 bath in clean quiet building, F/S, W/D, blinds & in unit storage. Newly renovated. Refs and security deposit. $900/mth. (250)3385082 Lv message.
CENTRAL COURTENAY2 storey 2 bdrm townhouse, small cat ok, no dogs. $695. Available Now. 250-702-7037.
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ARRAN HOUSE 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, large balcony, hot water incl., N/S, No pets. Avail. Jan. 1 - $725/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR top floor 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, balcony, res. pkg, N/S, cat ok. Avail. Immed. - $695/mth WILLOW WOOD 2 bdrm, 1 bath patio home, 4 appls, patio, 2 res. pkg spaces, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. & Jan. 1 - $750/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, balcony, new carpeting, res. pkg., N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed $725/mth ARGO COURT 2 bdrm units, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, hot water & basic cable incl., N/S, cat neg. w/ref. Avail.Immed.$700/mth SPACIOUS NEWER DUPLEX 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, fam rm, garage, fenced yrd, N/S, small pet neg.w/ref. Avail. Immed. 1 $1,200/mth SUNRIDGE TOWNHOUSES 2 bdrm & den, 2 bath, 5 appls, elect. F/P, carport, balcony, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. - $1,000/mth. CLOSE TO SUPERSTORE 2 bdrm, 1 bath, ground floor, 5 appls, patio, res. pkg, N/S, No pets Avail. Immed. $750/mth #250 rent incentive w/1yr lease. NEWER DUPLEX 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 6 appls, gas F/P, garage N/S, No pets. Avail. Dec. 1 - $1,200/mth CENTRAL CTNY rancher style duplex, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, garden shed, N/S, small dog w/ref. Avail. Immed. - $900/mth CRAIGMARK PLACE 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls, balcony, res. pkg, storage, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. $800/mth CLOSE TO QUALITY FOODS 2 bdrm, 1 bath patio home, 4 appls, patio, storage, N/S, No pets. Avail. Dec. 1 - $850/mth CLOSE TO COLLEGE 2 bdrm, 1 bath, townhouse, 5 appls, patio, res. pkg, N/S, No pets. Avail. Dec. 1 $800/mth. COMOX TOWNHOUSE 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appls, patio, res. pkg., walk to downtown, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. - $925/mth TRUMPETERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LANDING 2 bdrm & den, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appls, F/P, patio, underground pkg, storage, N/S, No pets. Avail. Jan. 1 $1,000/mth FIVE OAKS 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, laminate flrs, patio, N/S, No pets. Avail. Jan. 1 $725/mth CRAIGMARK PLACE 1 & 2 bdrm units, 4 appls, balcony/patio, storage, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. & Jan. 1 - $650 & $750/mth COMOX TOWNHOUSE 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appls, garage, baloncy/patio, N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. $1,150/mth
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COURTENAY- PRIVATE Selfcatering Vacation Rentals By Owner. (250)338-0438. www.vrbo.com/414113 www.vrbo.com/377459 IMMEDIATE! Charming, fully furn 2 bdrm farmhouse, new appliances, hot tub, Sat TV, quiet acreage, 7 min Courtenay. NS, adults, Refs. Winter rate: $1,350 incls + DD. 250830-8181. dovecott@telus.net
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1970 Fitzgerald Ave, Courtenay
1015 Cumberland Rd., Courtenay TWO BEDROOM SUITE available in well-
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.
250-334-3078
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
HOLLYRIDGE MANOR 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 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. New designer kitchen. Large dining room. Resident social room. Elevator and security entry. Well maintained and managed, mature adult building. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.
WESTWATER 60 Anderton Ave. TWO BEDROOM renovated suite. Ensuite, Jacuzzi tub, fireplace, in suite washer/dryer. New appliances. Walking distance to downtown. Well maintained and managed quiet, mature adult building. Resident social room. Indoor scooter parking. Elevator. No pets. Call John @ 250-703-2264.
GREENBRIAR 750 Eighth Street LUXURY TWO BEDROOM CONDO. Very spacious corner suite â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 1064 sq. ft. Nicely appointed with two full baths, in suite washer/dryer, full sized appliances. Very well maintained, mature adult building. Security entry. Courtenayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest. Three blocks from downtown. No pets. Call David @ 250338-0267.
CAPRI 1081 Stewart Ave. LARGE TWO BEDROOM bright and spacious. Unique floor plan â&#x20AC;&#x201D; window in dining area. Recent renovation. Very attractive. Quiet, mature adult building central Courtenay. Security entry. Call John @ 250-703-2264.
BERKSHIRE MANOR 825 Harmston Ave. CORNER TWO BEDROOM spacious and recently renovated. Unique floor plan. Full sized appliances. Private patio. In suite storage. Security entry. Quiet, well maintained mature adult building. Small pet okay. Call David @ 250-338-0267.
CEDAR MANOR 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 deck. This is a very attractive and unique suite. Call David @ 250338-0267.
200 Back Road, Courtenay 1 and 2 Bedroom suites available. One of the best values in Courtenay. Unique floor plans. California kitchens. These bright, modern suites are available in quiet, secure building.
Call Sharon 250-338-7449
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PACIFIC COURT
1520/1540 Piercy Ave, Courtenay
123 Back Road, Courtenay
Available immediately 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom, in clean, quiet building with on-site manager, close to town, schools, and bus. Stove, fridge, blinds and carpet.
Features 5 appliances, wall-to-wall carpet, blinds, gas fireplaces - gas included in rent. Low hydro. Children welcome. Quiet, well-maintained 2 bedroom condos. Ideal location, walking distance to Superstore and North Island College. No pets.
In-suite storage with washer and dryer. Small pets welcome. Rental references and se-
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1075 Edgett Road, Courtenay
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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.
FEATURES: Fridge/stove, dishwasher, washer/ dryer, Quiet, clean building. Pet friendly. 2 bedroom condos. Ideal location, walking distance to SuperStore and NIC.
For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667
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TOWNHOUSES TORRY PINES 1560-13th Street, Courtenay Attractive 2 and 3 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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ABBEYFIELD HOUSE offers affordable, supportive seniors accommodation in a home-like setting. All meals provided. Call 250-338-7136 for tour.
MAZDA 3- set of 4 used winter tires-mounted on Mazda rims. Good Year Ultra Grip Ice, size P205/55R16. Asking, $400. 250-850-9002.
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SNOW TIRES - four used Toyota Venza tires, 245/55/19, used one season - $300 250-334-0391
ESTATE SALE. 1993 Gulfstream Sun Voyager 34â&#x20AC;&#x2122; widebody deluxe model, Cummins diesel auto. 4-speed. Allison transmission. Power jacks. Refurbished in & out. New fridge 2012 Low miles. Flat-screen TV. Excellent stereo. Awning with privacy curtain & window covers. $25,000. 250-335-1515.
910 Fitzgerald Avenue Corner Fitzgerald & Eighth Prime 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. 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 TRENDY TIN Town location, 1500 sq ft, 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; ceilings, bay door, plenty of natural light. Suitable for retail, studio, offices etc. Reasonable rent, NO triple net. Ph 250-897-0950 days, 250-703-0400 eves.
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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
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SUITES, LOWER BACHELOR SUITE- Back Rd. Avail Jan 1. All utilities incld. Clean, responsible, N/S person. $475/mo. 250-334-4505.
2000 FORD Explorer AWDX4 PW. window, locks, mirrors, AC. AM/FM, CD, radio. Good shape inside & out runs good. $7000 OBO 250-338-9929
COMOX DWNTWN- 1 yr old 1 bdrm, close to parks, quiet, 6 appls, F/P. $850 inclds basic cable/internet. Jan 1. Refs. NS/NP. 250-890-2042. NORTH NANAIMO: Attention Students/Working Professionals: semi-furn private suite. New floors & paint. Shared lndry. FREE hydro & cable. N/S, No Partiers. $800/mo. Dec. 15th. 250-756-9746
2001 DODGE Durango. Great shape. V8. 300,000 kms. Asking $3400. Call: 250-830-7219 or email: grahamam@telus.net
WATERFRONT suite 1bdrm. N/S, utils, laundry, cable internet incld, $685. 250-335-1566.
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1993 FORD Ranger XL 2WD 5 speed, new tires and rims. No rust, super MPG 137,000 KM. $3200.00 O.B.O. Please call 250-338-4184.
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LOOKING FOR a solid place to live? Share my lg 4 bdrm home in Cumberland. Suitable for mature responsible male or female. Avail. neg. Reff. $490 inclusive. 250-400-5503
FOUR TIRES & rims, Hankook RW11 I Pike. 2756518. Mounted on Ford Lincoln rims, less than 10K, ice & snow. $800. Call (250)923-5027.
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CARS
2001 RAM 1500- recent battery, re-built motor & trans, new tires. $4750. Call (250)703-0171. 2004 F150- 5.4 L, Heavy Duty, tow pkg, 103 , box liner, super cab, truck tires, Island truck, well maintained. $7200. Call 250-586-4716.
2008 MAZDA 3 GT Sport 87,000 km, black, 5 speed, sunroof, leather interior, new tires, excellent condition $12,000. 250-339-6547
2005 EXT. Venture Van, garaged, 96,000 kmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Original Owner. Excellent condition. $8,900. 1 (250)758-2078
Rural living only moments to town! 3 bdrm upper duplex features 4 appl, garage space, deck, & large shared lot. N/S. N/P. $800/mo. Oct 1.
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Two bdrm, 1 bath townhome offers great living space & excellent proximity to all amenities, including shopping, NIC and rec. Main floor features kitchen w/ good cupboard space, laundry, dining, and patio. Upper floor includes 2 bdm, 1 bath, plus storage. Small pet considered w/ dep. $775/mth. Avail imm.
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ROBB AVE HOUSE
Neat & tidy split level home is located near schools, incl. E'cole Robb Road, Comox Rec Centre, airport, CFB Comox, & on bus routes. This wonderful family home features 3+ bdrms, 2 baths, 4 appl. & has patio doors leading to raised deck overlooking large, well treed, fully fenced yard providing plenty of privacy. Yard is fully fenced. Pets are welcome BY APPROVAL ONLY, w/ deposit. $1300/mth Imm. poss. available.
CONDOS / SUITES / APARTMENTS CHERRYWOOD MANOR
Spacious 1 & 2 bdrm suites located in secured entrance building. Recent renovations & includes mstr bdm w/ walk-in closet, 2 app, lrg patio & on site laundry. Conveniently located near schools & on bus routes. N/S, N/P building. Starting at $650/mth inc FREE heat and hot water. Avail imm. Spacious, 1 & 2 bdrm suites in secured entrance bldg, located near Cumberland Hospital and downtown core; incl 2 appls, and on site coin-op laundry; $625-675/month. Avail starting 1 Jan.
1- WE CREATE A MORE DYNAMIC BUSINESS CLIMATE Success leads to success. The more prosperous businesses we have, the more the local climate will encourage other entrepreneurs to set up businesses and create still more jobs.
2009 SUZUKI SX4, blue sedan, great condition, 1 owner, 57,000 km. $9,500. Call (250)338-2238.
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2011 SILVERADO LT, 4x4 Dually, 3500 HD, 6L Gas, Reg Cab Long Box, 25,650 km, 20k Reese Hitch, like New, $27,900. 250-941-1863.
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6- WE MAINTAIN THE UNIQUE CHARACTER OF OUR TOWN AND REGION The charm of a municipality is in its dynamism and character. Those go hand in hand with its economic health. A municipality that can count on its population to buy locally is a muncipality to be envied.
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2- WE GAIN MORE PROPERTY TAX INCOME TO INVEST IN OUR INFRASTRUCTURE The more thriving businesses we have, the more they will be able to expand. The more they expand, the more property and business tax they will pay, generating money that can be used for the good of our town and our citizens.
3- WE IMPROVE SERVICES A prosperous local economy is conducive to improvements in social, medical, and sports and leisure services, as well as in tourism, the arts, and entertainment.
4- WE HAVE MORE CHOICE AND A WIDER VARIETY OF PRODUCTS The sales figures of a business reflect its financial health, and when business is good, expansion projects multiply. Expansion brings new products and new services to our community.
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5- WE BENEFIT LOCAL COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS Non-profit organizations receive many donations from local business people. Donations are essential to their survival, so it follows that the healthier the economy, the healthier our organizations.
7- WE CREATE MORE JOBS IN OUR TOWN AND REGION A thriving job market depends on the economic health of our region. 8- WE HAVE A POSITIVE IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENT Local enterprises purchase a lot more local products, greatly reducing the transportation of products from outside the region. 9- WE SUPPORT OUR REGION IN THE SEARCH FOR INVESTORS If our region has a dynamic economy, it is bound to attract investors. If our municipality receives revenues from business and property taxes, it can work to attract investors as well. Investors are like consumers: they are attracted to regions that are attractive! 10- WE INVEST IN OUR REGION For all the reasons listed above, buying local is logical, beneficial, and highly efficient. Buying local creates the economic leverage that is vital to the dynamism of a region. By working together we can support our local economy.
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2005 MAZDA 6, Red, excellent condition, 164,700 km, 4 cylinder 2.3 litre engine, 4 door, fully loaded, $7000 obo. 250-334-1676. RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
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Winter fishing excellent shoals north of the ferry route in the 200foot range. The sandy shoals from south of the ferry route down to Cape Lazo have always produced halibut in small numbers and just possibly they will produce surprises this month. I suggest you do not need to fish in extreme depths for halibut in local waters. My understanding is that they like shoals with sandy bottoms and fairly strong currents. Many halibut are taken over shoal waters in depths varying from 50 to 100 feet. If it works in plac-
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ter River would have possibilities because of the salmon carcasses coming out of the river. Launching at Kitty Coleman ramp and fishing the hump is an established practice for winter chinook fishing. Fish the waters of the hump; but also do not overlook the long stretch of shoal water on the inside of the hump all the way down to Seal Bay. Historically, when the ramp at King Coho was in operation a few anglers in the know used to regularly take halibut on the large
es like Port Hardy, why not give it a try off Cape Lazo? Historically, there were halibut in Baynes Sound. Have you ever thought about the attraction of huge numbers of salmon carcasses flushed out of the Puntledge River and settling in Area 14-11 waters? Ralph Shaw is a master fly fisherman who was awarded the Order of Canada in 1984 for his conservation efforts. In 20 years of writing a column in the Comox Valley Record it has won several awards.
THE COMOX VALLEY Lacrosse Association held their AGM recently and acknowledged these players for fair play and sportsmanship. Head coach Dan Wilson presented awards to Levi Pederson, Brad Crisp, Presley Monroe, Levi Hoffman, Connor Robertson-Heller, Andre Sutter, Kaay Gladstone and Owen Wilson.
COMOX VALLEY WORSHIP DIRECTORY Church of Our Lord
BAHÁ’Í FAITH
Holy Communion 10:00 am each Sunday
Junior Youth Program – activities to enhance spiritual and intellectual capacities for youth 12 to 14 years.
at Berwick, 1700 Comox Ave. Comox, BC All Welcome Tel: 250-941-0332
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~~~ “O Thou kind Lord! Graciously bestow a pair of heavenly wings unto each of these fledglings, and give them spiritual power…” ‘Abdu’l-Bahá www.bahaisofcomox.org 250.702.3041 250.702.0574 www.courtenaybahai.org
Comox Valley Unitarian Fellowship Multi-Generational
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Yule Celebration 1st & 3rd Sundays at 4:00 pm 250 Beach Drive, Comox (at Comox United Church)
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THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA Meeting in the Stan Hagen Theatre
COMOX UNITED An Affirming Ministry
Comox Avenue at 250 Beach Dr.
Sunday Worship and Children & Youth Program 10 am Saturday Service 5 pm Rev. Maggie Enwright Email: cxunited@telus.net
Full Wheelchair Access
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Courtenay
“The church with a heart in the heart of the city” CELEBRATING 100 YEARS SUNDAY SERVICE 10:30 am SUNDAY SCHOOL Nursery-Grade 7 Minister: Peggy Jensen 250-334-4961
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stgeorgeuc@shaw.ca www.stgeorgesunitedchurch.com
RESONATE BAPTIST CHURCH
RIVER HEIGHTS CHURCH
LUTHERAN
“Sounding forth the Supremacy of Christ in all things”
Sunday Celebration
10:00AM at Brooklyn Elementary School
Hosts of “Comox Valley School of Supernatural Ministry”
Everyone Welcome www.resonatechurch.ca
1290 Guthrie Rd., Comox
of the North Island College at 10 am Sunday Morning
www.centralchurchefc.com Pastor Dave Koleba
Val 250-338-7727 (office)
Calvary
Fellowship Sunday 10 am Worship Bible Teaching Sunday School
Join us this Sunday
@ 10:30 am
Congregational Christian Churches of Canada
Faith Family Friends
Sundays 10 am
~ A Place to Discover Your Life Purpose ~ Pastors Darryl & Kim Burry
CHRISTMAS EVE 6 PM Children Performing : Christmas Around the World
1580 Fitzgerald Ave. Courtenay 250-338-8221 www.cvsalarmy.ca church@cvsalarmy.ca
Nursery - Kid Jam - Youth Group 1105 Pritchard Rd., Comox www.baychurch.net 250-339-7527
living hope
real people living
PRESBYTERIAN
real life
COMOX VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN
experiencing real change
Worship Services 10am Sundays Mark Isfeld School 1551 Lerwick Road, Courtenay
LEWIS CENTRE - Craft Room
250.334.9777
489 Old Island Hwy www.cccomoxvalley.com
livinghope@shaw.ca
www.livinghopeonline.ca
725 Aspen Rd., Comox
Service 10:30am Sunday, Dec. 15
Guest Speaker: Rev. Charlie Scott - Communion Tel/Fax 250-339-2882 e-mail:cvpc@shaw.ca comoxvalleypresbyterian.ca
Full Wheelchair Access
Hearing Assistance
LIVING A VISION FOR CHRIST AND COMMUNITY
Full Gospel Christian Fellowship
Shepherd Of The Valley Lutheran Church (ELCIC)
Sunday
11:00 am & 7:00 pm
Comox Recreation 1855 Noel Ave
There is Hope!
“A place for you: John 14:2
2201 Robert Lang Drive
10 am Sunday Worship
Jesus has a plan and a purpose for your life. Come, let Him show You the Way!
250-334-8424
250-334-0616
2946 Kilpatrick Ave. 250-338-1312
(Old Fish and Game Building)
Courtenay Courtenay
Fellowship Fellowship BaptistBaptist Church
PASTORS: Peter Rabey PASTORS: Peter & Randy Dyck
Church
Rabey & Randy Dyck
Sunday, Dec. 15 Christmas Eve Service: Sunday, December 15: Christmas Eve Service: 9:15am Contemporary Service 9:15am Contemporary Service Tuesday, December 24 11am Traditional Service Tuesday, December 24: 11am Traditional Service 2pm Casa Loma service 4:30 and 7pm 2pm Casa Loma Service 4:30 and 7pm. Sunday, December 22: Sunday, December 29: 9:15am Contemporary Service Sunday, Dec. 22 10:00am Combined Service 11am Traditional Service Sunday, Dec. 29 9:15am Contemporary Service 10am Combined Service 2963 Lake TrailService Rd., Courtenay • 250-334-3432 11am Traditional www.courtenaybaptist.com
Bay Community Church
Community Church
WELCOMES YOU TO SERVICES AT:
250-890-9262 cvuf.ca
10:30 am
Comox Valley
2963 Lake Trail Rd., Courtenay • 250-334-3432 • www.courtenaybaptist.com
ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA Comox Valley Parishes Welcome You!
St. Peter
Jim Lyster, Rector 218 Church St., Comox • 250-339-2925 SATURDAY 5:40 Express Contemporary Worship SUNDAY 8:00 am & 10:00 am Worship www.stpeterscomox.ca
St. John the Divine
Rev. Anthony Divinagracia, Rector 579 - 5th Street, Courtenay
SUNDAY SERVICE 8:30-9:15am,10:00-11:15 am and 4-5 pm WEDNESDAY SERVICE 10-10:45 am
250-334-4331
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BASKETBALL ISLAND BOYS 4A Poll #3 - Dec. 8 1. Claremont, Victoria 2. Cowichan, Duncan 3. Oak Bay, Victoria 4. Dover Bay, Nanaimo 5. G.P. Vanier, Courtenay 6. Mt. Douglas, Victoria 7. Alberni, Port Alberni 9. Belmont, Victoria 9. Spectrum, Victoria
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ISLAND BOYS 3A Poll #3 - Dec. 8 1. Mark Isfeld, Courtenay (1) 2. Wellington, Nanaimo (2) 3. Nanaimo District (3) 4. Carihi, Campbell River (4) 5. Stelly’s, Saanichton (7) 6. Ballenas, Parksville (6) 7. Edward Milne, Victoria (5) 8. Timberline, Camp. R. (10) 9. Reynolds, Victoria (9) 10. Pacific Christian, Vic. (8) ISLAND BOYS 2A Poll #3 - Dec. 8 1. Lambrick Park, Vic. 2. SMU, Victoria 3. Gulf Islands, Ganges 4. Brentwood, Mill Bay 5. Ladysmith 6. Cedar, Nanaimo 7. Woodlands, Nanaimo 8. Shawnigan Lake 9. Highland, Comox 10. Kwalikum, Qualicum
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Comox 0 4 0 1 -1 Dec. 7 Castaway Wanderers @ Comox Valley Kickers 1 p.m. Cumberland Village Park n/a (The Times Cup is a six-game league. The winner will be the highest ranked team after six games)
8-BALL C.V. POOL LEAGUE Team Misspent Youth Drive By
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Chalk-N-Awe 27 1426 99 Balls In Hand 27 1432 95 Cue Tease 25 1365 80 The Breakers 24 1336 81 Chalk One Up! 22 1333 76 Mex Hookers 18 1273 65 Darn Winians 10 1178 61 RW-rounds won; PT-points; GWgames won
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SOCCER VANCOUVER ISLAND MEN Div. 2 Team W L T PT Saanich Fusion 11 0 2 35 Comox Valley 7 2 3 24 Westcastle 6 3 3 21 Cowichan 5 5 3 17 Nanaimo 3 5 5 14 Lakehill 4 7 2 14 Gordon Head 3 6 4 13 Prospect Lake 4 7 1 13 Vic West 3 6 3 12
Gorge United 2 7 4 10 Dec. 7 Comox Valley United @ Saanich Fusion n/p Dec. 14 Comox Valley United @ Nanaimo United MID-ISLAND WOMEN Team W L T PT Mainstream 8 1 2 26 Oceanside 7 1 2 23 Revolution 7 2 2 23 Kickers 7 3 1 22 Nanaimo 6 4 0 18 Shooters 5 6 0 15 Port Alberni 3 6 1 10
Bandits 2 7 1 7 Wheatys 2 8 1 7 River City 1 10 0 3 Dec. 8 Nanaimo vs. Revolution n/a, Bandits vs. River City cancelled, Kickers vs. Wheatys field closed, Outlaws vs. Oceanside cancelled, Shooters vs. Port Alberni field closed Dec. 15 Bandits vs. Nanaimo 12 p.m. Willow Point #4, Port Alberni vs. Oceanside United 12 p.m. Bob Dailey Stadium Goals Jamie Tillapaugh (Outlaws) 12, Emma Greene (Revolution) 10 TELUS STORE OR AUTHORIZED DEALER
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Doubles Team W T L Pt Elks 6 1 2 13 Comox Golf 4 3 2 11 CR Eagles 4 1 4 9 Comox Legion 1 1 7 3 Singles Team W T L Pt Comox Legion 7 2 0 16 CR Eagles 3 4 2 10 Comox Golf 2 1 6 5 Elks 2 1 6 5
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Team Standings Team Pts Courtenay Legion A 157 Courtenay Legion B 137 Courtenay Legion C 117 Comox Legion C 108 Griffin Pub Flyers 104 Comox Legion B 96 Griffin Pub A 76 Top Ten Player Avg. Bill Durant 63.84 Joe McNeil 60.00 Daniel Leaman 57.16 Ernie Linden 56.44 Glen Litchfield 55.58 Jack Ethier 53.62 John Chequis 53.39 Mark Wyatt 53.06 Nick Doubinin 52.39 Bill McPherson 52.23 Games Won This Week Team W Comox Legion B 8 Comox Legion C bye Courtenay Legion A 14 Courtenay Legion B 17 Courtenay Legion C 16 Griffin Pub 7 Griffin Pub Flyers 10 High Chekout Ernie Linden 116 High Score Ernie Linden 171 180s Terry Hills 2, Chuck Smith, Jamie Deith, Jack Ethier
RUGBY VIRU DIV. 1 Cowichan Cup Team W L T BP PT Valhallians 4 1 0 4 20 Port Alberni 4 1 0 3 19 Nanaimo 3 2 0 3 15 Cowichan 3 2 0 3 15 Velox Acd. 0 4 0 1 1 Comox Valley 0 4 0 0 0 (The Cowichan Cup is a triple round-robin running September through May) Times Cup Team W L T BP PT Cowichan 5 0 0 3 23 UVic 3 2 0 5 17 James Bay 2 2 1 3 13 Velox Acd. 2 2 1 3 13 Castaways 2 2 0 2 10 Port Alberni 2 2 0 1 9 Nanaimo 2 3 0 4 12
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