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Ladysmith council has accepted the boundary extension proposal submitted by Couverdon Real Estate, triggering an Alternative Approval Process and taking a step closer to bringing about 700 acres of TimberWest land into the town. At a special council meeting Jan. 28 at the Ladysmith Seniors Centre, council heard a presentation from Bob Smits of the North Oyster Diamond Ratepayers raising concerns about Couverdon’s boundary expansion proposal, and a presentation from Couverdon, the real estate company of TimberWest. Couverdon and the Town of Ladysmith are brokering a deal whereby Ladysmith would expand city limits to include a 700-acre parcel of land west of the Diamond — stretching from north of Grouhel Road to Malone road — in exchange for Ladysmith gaining title to about 500 acres of TimberWest land adjacent to Stocking and Holland lakes. If everything goes ahead, Couverdon would foot the bill to build roads, install services and subdivide lots in preparation for the sale of parcels beginning in early 2017. TimberWest’s proposal calls for a phased development that includes 1,500 housing units. Couverdon first introduced the notion of a boundary expansion in 2009, and the company held an open house in July 2011 to gauge public sentiment. Last summer, Couverdon effectively entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Town of Ladysmith, which outlines the expectations and process, explained Frank Limshue, Couverdon’s director of

planning and zoning. Limshue told council that if the boundary expansion is approved and the lands are re-zoned, TimberWest would be looking to develop in phases, and the timetable for all four passes is 30 to 40 years. In terms of the land use concept, James Miner, a managing principal with Sasaki Associates Inc., which has been assisting with the project, says Couverdon is looking to set a new standard for development on the Island, as they are looking creatively at housing density, offering trails for walking and biking, and green infrastructure, with higher density closer to town and less density farther away. In his presentation, Smits urged council to slow down the process to provide more information and include more people in the process. “Keep in mind every decision you make will have an impact on every jurisdiction around Ladysmith,” he said. “We’d prefer they were done on a regional basis with everyone having some input and not just the Town of Ladysmith; perhaps a Cowichan Valley Regional District committee with representative from Ladysmith, Area G and Area H would be a good start. Given that Couverdon has said this is a long-term development plan, couldn’t we delay this matter to find out exactly what the financial impact, the sustainability cost of this development will be?” Protecting the watershed is a big piece of this process, as around 700 acres of forest land in the Holland Lake and Stocking Lake watershed would be turned over the community. Ladysmith Mayor Rob Hutchins says the Town has coveted the See Town Page 5

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Jeneece Place is ‘like being home’

Free employer Janice Boley and Roy Johnson say the Victoria residence helps take some stress out of frequent hospital visits forum “They’ve been a godsend,” said Lindsay Chung Boley. “We would be completely focuses on THE CHRONICLE lost without Jeneece Place. It’s conducting sad when we leave. We’re happy Janice Boley and Roy Johnson to be going home, but we are sad figure they’ve probably spent more hiring to leave because they make us time at Jeneece Place in Victoria interviews so comfortable. I definitely think than any other family.

Jeneece Place is about family.” Boley’s three-year-old daughter, The Ladysmith Jeneece Place celebrated its Eve-Lynne Linden, was born with Downtown Business second anniversary Jan. 20, on an omphalocele — a defect that Association (LDBA), the same day that Jeneece Edroff, means her abdominal organs in co-operation the visionary behind the house, (stomach, intestines and liver) are with Dynamic HR celebrated her 20th birthday. located in a sac outside her body. Solutions and Global Since Jeneece Place opened its Eve-Lynne was born by c-section Vocational Services, doors Jan. 23, 2012, 749 families in November 2011, and after 402 will be offering a have stayed at the house. Ninetydays in BC Children’s Hospital in free employer forum six per cent of those families are Vancouver, she was discharged and on conducting hiring from Vancouver Island and the Gulf brought home to Ladysmith. The interviews later this Islands, and 190 families are from curly-haired girl has had to spend a month. the Central Island, which includes lot of time in the hospital since then. “Interviews can be the Ladysmith. The omphalocele, or “O” as Boley most important part of Linda Hughes, president and CEO calls it, causes Eve-Lynne’s lungs to the hiring process and of the Children’s Health Foundation grow long and thin, and her heart are often ineffectual,” is not in the right place. She also Janice Boley, Eve-Lynne Linden and Roy Johnson spend a lot of time at Jeneece of Vancouver Island, feels Jeneece LINDSAY CHUNG states a press release. Place has become “a real blessing to has a tracheostomy and ventilator, Place in Victoria when Eve-Lynne is at the hospital. “This interactive Jeneece Place as very welcoming, and she continues to have health incredibly accommodating. They the entire Island.” two-hour session and they say staying there helps often don’t know when they’ll have Hughes feels there are a lot of challenges. will review proven All these issues mean Eve-Lynne alleviate a lot of stress around to go to the hospital next, and things that contribute to the “home successful techniques has to spend a lot of time at Victoria hospital visits because it only takes Jeneece Place can always find a away from home” feeling families and processes when have when they stay at Jeneece General Hospital. And when she’s about five minutes to get from the way to get them in. looking at future there, Boley and Johnson stay at house into the hospital, and they’re “They’re very good about if we’re Place, including the building itself. employees. able to save money by being so close booked in for a week and something “There are all these spaces for Jeneece Place. The upcoming Owned and operated by the and being in a residence where they happens with Eve-Lynne, they don’t families to be together,” said Hughes. employer forum is Children’s Health Foundation of can cook their own meals. have to boot you out; they figure “It’s this perfect combination of structured around the Boley and Johnson say there’s a out how to keep you,” added Boley. private space and shared space Vancouver Island, the 10,500-squarejob posting, cover letter, foot home is located on the grounds real family feel at Jeneece Place. Johnson says they even try to put that’s so welcoming.” resumé review and the Boley, Johnson and Eve-Lynne you in the same room each time so Another major contributing factor of Victoria General Hospital, and actual interview.” it contains 10 bedrooms, a large were at Jeneece Place at Christmas it feels consistent and feels more is the staff members and volunteers Ginger Brunner and communal kitchen, dining room and time, and they received Christmas like home, and they get to know the who work so hard to make everyone Jack Tieleman will feel welcome and comfortable, games, media, activity and laundry gifts from the staff and volunteers, staff really well. facilitate the forum. rooms, as well as outdoor play and and there was a Christmas dinner “It’s hard to leave sometimes noted Hughes. Brunner is the for everyone in the house. They’ve because it’s just like home,” said “As soon as a family comes in, they recreation areas. president of Dynamic make it their job to get to know “It’s a pretty awesome place,” said also had Thanksgiving dinners at Johnson. HR Solutions and has Johnson. “There is not one thing I Jeneece Place, and at Easter last Eve-Lynne has been connected that family and ask them what they more than a decade would say that needs improvement.” year, the staff organized a special with Jeneece Place basically since need,” she said. “We have great of experience in the “We’d be lost without it,” added Easter egg hunt for Eve-Lynne, who it opened. To give back to Jeneece volunteers.” human resources Hughes wants to emphasize that Boley. “Jeneece Place makes it a lot needs a buggy to get around. Place, Johnson will often do sector. Tieleman is the Boley and Johnson expect to handyman chores around the home Jeneece Place may be located in less stressful because when you go chief operations officer there, it’s like being home. You walk spend even more time in Victoria and fix things for them, and he and Victoria, but it really is a resource of Global Vocational in, and they know your name. My in the coming years, as Eve-Lynne Boley contribute to fundraisers. for the whole Island. Services and has spent For more information about first time at Jeneece Place, I thought will need surgeries to fix her Also, Boley’s mother makes hats the last 10 years omphalocele. Place, visit http:// ‘wow, I could be home.’” and slippers for the families staying Jeneece working in a variety Boley says Jeneece Place is there. jeneeceplace.org. Boley and Johnson describe of government-funded programs and services. They will share their knowledge and “The due diligence is in Seaward is Canada’s Dragons Jim Treliving to them,” he said of Peter Rusland experience with area place, and we look forward largest manufacturer of (Boston Pizza, Mr. Lube competitors’ kayaks. “The THE CHRONICLE employers Wednesday, to a follow-up,” Jacquie told Fiberglas kayaks, handmagnate), and internet nickel-and-dime stuff makes Feb. 19. The forum Bruce Croxon all the difference.” The Wealthy Barber has the Cowichan News Leader made in Mural Town, noted tycoon will take place from partnered to offer $300,000 Croxon was sold. tentatively taken a cut of Pictorial Jan. 30. “The pitch Godkin. 7-9 p.m. at the Royal was to expand our product And with Seaward’s 25 for 45 per cent of Seaward. “This fits my lifestyle Canada’s swelling paddling Canadian Legion line of lower-end kayaks.” years in the biz, posting Venture capitalist Arlene perfectly,” he said, noting market by sinking $300,000 at 621 First Ave. in Those unnamed, $1.57 million in annual sales, Dickinson made the third his offer was unusual for a into Chemainus’ Seaward Ladysmith. rotomolded models — the pitch proved a perfect offer: $300,000 for a 10-per- non-digital business. Kayaks. This is the first in measuring eight to 16 feet fit for all Dragons — except cent royalty forever. The low-end models would As shown Wednesday, Jan. a series of employer — could fetch $300 to $1,200 black sheep Kevin O’Leary. Those potential deals join Seaward’s premier line 29 on CBC’s Dragons’ Den, forums that are “You have (three) very surfaced after the Dragons of glass and Kevlar crafts Dragon and Wealthy Barber from rental businesses, and scheduled to run author David Chilton sell through department viable offers; I’m out,” he checked Seaward’s shiny (costing up to $5,000), and through the first half stated. line of recreational boats — its mid-range thermoform grabbed Seaward’s ask for stores, she noted. of 2014. “The low-end line gets Chilton’s offer was Dickinson even sat in the fleet. cash and 15 per cent of the This forum is free to “This is a fantastic Canadian company — plus a five per you opportunities in big- among three made by firm’s glass-bottom, 10-foot LDBA members or $10 story,” Dickinson said. cent royalty until his stake is box stores,” she said of the Dragons impressed by Intrigue model. for non-members. “bomb-proof” Seaward’s factually simple While O’Leary noted Godkin agreed. paid off — so Seaward can affordable For more information boats. presentation by Godkin “$1.5 million isn’t a lot of “This (investment) is great tap the lower-price, plastic or to register for Seaward’s Den debut also during March taping of the sales,” Godkin explained for our economy, our work kayak market. the session, contact Den dollars can launch force — and our paddlers.” Owners Jacquie and Steve floated her firm’s name wildly popular Den. Jassica at Dynamic nationwide, a gleeful Ree Godkin and the Rees lower-priced crafts carrying Seaward’s final decision Ree are mulling details of HR Solutions at 250added. Besides, the night retired to the Den’s Rat “attention to detail” galore, about Chilton’s offer was Chilton’s offer on the pitch 597-1901 or Jassica@ from then-sales manager marked pitches by proudly Room to debate the three such as comfortable seating. expected in a few weeks, dynamichrsolutions. Canadian firms. offers. “There’s just no style Ree said last Thursday. Doug Godkin. com.

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Students read 38,000 minutes in 14 days Ross Armour the chronicle

North Oyster Elementary School has just completed a 14-day read-a-thon fundraiser. The event, organized by the school’s Parent Advisory Council (PAC), started back on Jan. 15 and the students were

able to read for a combined total of more than 38,000 minutes, both at home and at school. Melanie Williams from the PAC was the instigator for the event that looks to improve literacy skills at the school. “All the money raised will go towards the kids and help fund things the

school can’t pay for,” said Williams. “For example, field trips and extracurricular materials, as well as reading materials that aren’t paid for by the school, the PAC will help to pay for that. “Also, with the things parents can’t afford but that everyone needs each year, the PAC

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will help with that. So, if a child at the school has a special hot lunch but can’t afford to pay for it.” More than 17,000 of the reading minutes have been accumulated while the students have been in school, with various classes choosing to read books on their snack times. The school also has a “read-o-meter” set up so students and staff can view the exact reading of minutes involved with heads and eyes engrossed in literature. “The kids have put a lot of hard work into this and deserve a lot of credit. It’s about getting the kids reading and enjoying reading,” said Williams, who took up the reigns initially with regards to bringing the event to North Oyster. Williams and SHOP LOCALLY

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Town moves ahead with proposal From Page 1 TimberWest lands around Stocking Lake for some time, and this would mean 95 per cent of the Stocking Lake watershed would be owned by the Town and the CVRD. Greg Roberts reminded council that not so many years ago, residents volunteered their time to help the Town come up with a vision for Ladysmith, which included keeping a village feel. “I think expanding to the north is inconsistent with the values that were expressed in those workshops,” he said. “I think the Town would be better served by establishing its vision and ideals and working with TimberWest to manage in a different way in that watershed. Council, I encourage you to not go full speed ahead. There are bigger questions here that need to be looked at before we

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“This (investment) is great for our economy, our work force — and our paddlers.” Doug Godkin, Page 3

he wheels on the bus go ’round and ’round as Cedar Secondary School is steered toward closure. The Save Cedar Schools group has focused its energies lately on school buses, but it hasn’t put aside its mandate, and it won’t, at least not until the bitter end. In recent weeks, the school board has been examining the problem of transporting Cedar kids to their high school of choice — Ladysmith Secondary School or John Barsby Secondary School. Though Barsby is the catchment school, more than half of Cedar parents would rather their children attend Ladysmith, so the district is thinking about expanding bus service. With this busing issue at the forefront, it might seem that Cedar’s closure is being considered a foregone conclusion, but it’s not. Save Cedar Schools still seeks salvation — haggling over bus routes is just a backup plan. The group has exhausted most of its ideas on how to save its school, going with tried and tested methods — protesting, writing letters to the editor, layman budgeting and heckling at board meetings. Now it’s placing one last bet, that the judicial review being sought by the Snuneymuxw First Nation will give Cedar Secondary a second chance. The school district has filed its response, and a hearing is expected in early March, ensuring there are at least a few more weeks before any hint of resolution. The problem with these sorts of schoolyard scraps is that kids could come out the worse for wear. Teenagers already undergo a ton of stress ... moving to a new school is another stressor. So should parents be trying to make their kids excited about a new school and willing to embrace change? If parents are resisting this change, does that make it harder? Conversely, if parents didn’t stand up for their beliefs, what message would that send? If Cedar closes, at least we can be certain there are school communities at Ladysmith and John Barsby that are going to be welcoming their new classmates and peers. —Greg Sakaki (Nanaimo News Bulletin)

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outh African sign language interpreter Thamsanqa Jantjie literally put words in the mouths of global delegates during the internationallytelevised memorial service for the late Nelson Mandela. Sign language experts assert Jantjie wrongly quoted delegates as citing “rocking horses” and “prawns.” Following this debacle, Jantjie admitted to having a schizophrenic break during the memorial service. Later, he was admitted to a psychiatric hospital for treatment. Many spectators jeered at this act as being

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disrespectful, while others sneered at it as being utterly moronic. Regardless of how one may interpret this unfortunate event, the incident underscores the prevalence of mental illness affecting multitudes worldwide. According to the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), one in five Canadians will battle some form of mental illness throughout their lifetime. CMHA reported that mental illness strikes its victims regardless of age, education or socio-economic status. Backing up their startling claims, the CMHA cites 24 per cent of deaths among Canadians aged 15-24 and 16 per cent of those aged 25-44 are suicides. Furthermore, the CMHA posits men are four times more likely

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to commit suicide than their female counterparts. Sadly, only 51 per cent of Canadians battling depression or anxiety will ever talk about it with a doctor. The sheer relevance and wisdom of the Holy Bible is stunning. Twenty-nine hundred years ago, when the Jewish prophet Elijah prayed to die, God showed him how to live again. After Elijah became physically and emotionally depleted, God prescribed five things to battle and overcome his blues (see 1 Kings 9:3-18). Firstly, rest up. It was Herbert Lockyer who wisely stated, “How the shadows disappear with a good sleep!” Secondly, eat up. Remember, the healthier the foods we

eat, the healthier the thoughts we think. Thirdly, get up. Getting out of bed is especially hard when we are battling the blues; however, exercise and activity are good for the body and mind. Fourthly, look up. To see above the pit he was trapped in, Elijah was instructed to look up and see God. Only then was he poised to move up. Fifthly, link up. Elijah sought out others to help him carry his burdens and overcome life’s obstacles. Pastors, counsellors and medical doctors desire nothing less than to link up with you. If you are battling those lingering January blues, maybe it’s time to follow God’s prescription on how to battle the blues.

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Celebrate community, connection on Family Day Lindsay Chung THE CHRONICLE

Next week, we’ll celebrate the second annual Family Day, and in Ladysmith, that means celebrating community, connection and collaboration. Ladysmith Family and Friends (LaFF) has been celebrating family and community by creating a family tree that demonstrates that family is more than the people to whom you are related. “Right now, we have a seasonal tree, and with it being Family Day, we decided to create a LaFF family tree,” explained LaFF executive director Jacquie Neligan. “Participants have been decorating hearts and putting them on the tree. It shows they are part of our family and part of the larger community. Aggie Hall is often referred to as the community’s living room, and it’s a way of showing that children aren’t individual and families aren’t individual. It certainly takes a whole

community to raise a child these days, and this is a visual.” Children and families who take part in LaFF programming have been decorating hearts for the tree, along with LaFF board members and other supporters in the community, such as groups who donate to the programs. “It’s showing that it’s a larger family tree than just under the roof of Aggie Hall and the people who come here,” said Neligan. “There’s a lot that goes into running the organization, and we get a lot of support from the program.” Support and community are also a big part of Neligan’s newest job as a Make Children First co-ordinator. It’s a provincial initiative to add extra support to the Ladysmith Early Years Partnership to make sure there is co-ordination and discussion taking place between all the stakeholders, explained Neligan, who started this role in December. “It’s creating a voice

and opportunity for discussion,” she said. “It’s really exciting.” With her involvement with LaFF and with the Ladysmith Early Years Partnership, Neligan knows how important it is for community groups to work together to provide the most support for families at

all stages. “By working together as a community, we’re really creating a strong foundation for children and families as they move into their middle years and teen years and into adulthood and then become seniors,” she said. “It’s not just about children and

families; it’s about strengthening the whole community.” LaFF is just one of many places in the community that works to strengthen families and community connections. The Frank Jameson Community Centre is one facility in

At Ladysmith Family and Friends, participants, board members and community supporters have been adding their names to the Family Tree in celebration of Family Day. in inset photo, Grace Riordan adds hers. LINDSAY CHUNG

Ladysmith that is utilized by a lot of families. “We’re one of the locations that probably has the most volume of people coming here and being active as a family,” said Clayton Postings, the Town’s director of Parks, Recreation and Culture. “It’s pretty exciting for us to be that place in the community where entire families can come to use our facilities.” Postings says that when they are looking at their programs and services, they look hard at the needs of families in the community so they can offer what people want at the times that work for them, and they seek feedback from families. As Ladysmith Parks, Recreation and Culture works with its partners in the community to collaborate on various events, programs and activities, they all work to ensure the events are designed for entire families to enjoy, explained Postings. “When we meet about our events, it’s about

making sure everyone is able to be involved in them,” he said. “We try to make sure it’s a balance of all activities for everyone.” Postings says when it comes to offering activities and opportunities for Ladysmith families, the groups in town work together often and are in constant communication. “We really work on partnership opportunities and work as a group so we know what everyone is doing, we’re working together and supporting each other,” he said. To mark Family Day, there will be a free family swim from noon to 3:30 p.m. at the Frank Jameson Community Centre Monday, Feb. 10. The free swim is being offered through sponsorship from community agencies and a B.C. Family Day grant from the provincial government. Postings says they will be able to offer additional family activities for all ages during the swim, which is open to anyone.

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Body found was that of missing Nanaimo man Sunday, Dec. 29 • At 9 p.m., police received a call from a concerned citizen about a break and enter in progress on Battie Drive. One male was seen loading a TV from a vacant home into a pickup truck. Police were able to pull over the suspect vehicle and arrest the male while he was attempting to leave the area. During a search of the vehicle, more items were located that linked the male to other recent break and enters in the area. Michael Alexander Duhamel currently faces one count of break and enter, with more charges being pursued. • At 10:40 p.m., a female reported being assaulted by her boyfriend while parked at Coronation Mall. The male left the scene,

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School District 68 has rejected Ladysmith council’s plea for a further meeting to discuss the future of schools in the town. This Thursday (Feb. 6), SD68 will decide and the future of Ladysmith’s elementary schools and determine which will close in the near future. Mayor Rob Hutchins wrote a letter to the school board on Jan. 10 asking SD68 to “take part in a facilitated joint meeting with council and members of town staff at the earliest convenience and prior to the board’s final decision.” “The purpose of the meeting would be to review the issue

of proposed school closures in Ladysmith with the desired outcome of identifying and discussing challenges, concerns, opportunities and goals, and at the very least, arriving at a mutual understanding and acceptance of the similarities and differences in our respective positions,” wrote Hutchins. “Ladysmith council firmly believes that such a meeting would benefit both parties and support the board of trustees’ stated goal of ‘developing and implementing meaningful public consultation processes, and effective partnerships and government to government relationships.’”

Despite council’s bid for further talks before Thursday’s decision day, SD68 turned them down. Dot Neary, SD68 chair, wrote the response letter to Hutchins and council. “It is the intention of the Board of Education to make a decision on the proposed school closures in the Ladysmith area at its meetings on Feb. 6. The Board of Education considers that it has not only satisfied all legal responsibilities for consultations with the public on the proposed school closures, it has also provided extensive opportunities for consultation including the extension of the consultation period,” wrote Neary. “On behalf of the Board of Education, I am able to confirm that the board has received significant public input, including input from the Town of Ladysmith, to assist it in the difficult decisions that it has to make with respect to the proposed school closures. As board chair, I am able to confirm that the board will seriously consider all public input including that received from and on behalf of the Town of Ladysmith when it makes its decisions on Feb. 6. “The board’s decision

to not agree to your most recent invitation for a facilitated joint meeting was informed by the past involvement and past representations made by the Town of Ladysmith for board consideration on the proposed school closures.” Neary’s argument is that there has already been enough talk and views presented by council and the community alike. “During the AprilJune consultation process, the Town of Ladysmith met with trustees and district staff on June 10, 2013, to review the proposed school closures. In addition, during the consultation process representatives of the Town Council attended and spoke at the public forum on June 17 in Ladysmith. As well, the Town Council sent a letter about configuration of the Ladysmith schools to the board on June 18,” she wrote. Neary also pointed out the Ladysmith Working Group held seven three-hourlong meetings and two public forums in November, with the mayor and town planner being members of that group. Hutchins and Neary were not available at press time.

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Find out what’s Hidden at Waterfront Gallery Lindsay Chung THE CHRONICLE

There’s a cloud of mystery surrounding the Ladysmith Waterfront Art Gallery newest art show. The gallery’s February show, which opened this past weekend, is called The Hidden. The poster for the show refers specifically to fog, whether it’s “the excitement of grey mist wrapping itself around trees, languishing on water, kissing the sky” or “moody, sullen, sad, morose fog, hiding the earth in its clutches, causing anxiety and fear.” Artists are challenged to incorporate their interoperation of The Hidden. Gallery curator Leona Petrak says this theme was one of the Ladysmith Arts Council board’s most popular choices. A work of art that is part of The Hidden doesn’t necessarily have to be about fog — that was just an idea to stimulate the artists, according to Petrak. And it seems it worked. The gallery received a wide range of work for this show. “There are a lot of paintings

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The show opened Saturday, Feb. 1 with a gala featuring guest speaker Joan Larsen, an artist from Parksville who is known for her horse portraits. The evening also featured live music from two Ladysmith Secondary School students. The show runs until Feb. 23, and the Ladysmith Waterfront Art Gallery is open Tuesday to Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. For more information, call 250-245-1252 or visit www. ladysmithwaterfrontgallery. com.

he Heart & Stroke Foundation has declared February Heart Month, and this month, the Ladysmith Seniors Office is hosting a presentation that goes hand-in-hand with the theme of heart health awareness. On Thursday, Feb. 20, heart disease survivor Colin Knecht will offer a presentation from 1:30-3:30 p.m. at the Ladysmith Eagles Hall at 921 First Ave. There will be refreshments and door prizes during the afternoon. Although these information sessions are called “Senior Showcases,” anyone from the community can come and learn from them, according to a press release from the Seniors Office. Anyone who is interested in attending the presentation is asked to please contact Barb at 250-245-3079. If you have not registered, you are encouraged to feel free to drop in. Right now, the Seniors Office at the Ladysmith Resources Centre is also looking for volunteers to sit on the Ladysmith Seniors Advisory Council. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the centre at 250-245-3079, and someone from the advisory council will contact you. The Seniors Office is available for people aged 55 and older and provides information, peer counselling or help with tasks such as filling out forms, and much more. The Seniors Office is open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 630 Second Ave., and you can call, drop in or make an appointment. The mission of the Seniors Office is to co-ordinate, facilitate and provide community services and information to enhance the physical, mental and emotional health and well-being of seniors in Ladysmith and the surrounding area.

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One bad Durango in a good way The 2014 Dodge Durango test truck was the perfect Christmas treat. This is the perfect kind of vehicle to have when you need to cart around extra kids and family from events like skating parties to Christmas dinners to anything else that needs getting done over the festive season. With three rows of seats and seating for six or seven passengers, the Durango is a large comfortable vehicle for any large family or a family of four that needs to take extra people to soccer or hockey practice. The Durango tester was the top of line Citadel model with a beautiful two-tine interior, large polished wheels and classy looking grille. It was not fitted with winter tires but we had no skiing plans, plus all Durango models come with AWD as standard equipment. Looks I can’t remember the last time a large SUV turned heads but this model had passersby, friends, and family all taking notice. Several neighbours commented on the stylish “racetrack” rear light bar that has migrated from the Dodge Dart and Charger sedans to this big SUV for 2014. Because of standard AWD and other packaging changes, the starting price is higher than direct competitors, the Ford Explorer or Nissan Pathfinder. Both those vehicles have a base model that starts around $30,000, the Durango, in contrast, starts at $39,995 and tops out at $51,995. This Citadel model, with options, is over $60,000. The base model comes nicely equipped with 18-inch wheels, keyless entry and

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Drive The big update for 2014 is the introduction of an I can’t remember 8-speed automatic transmission to help limit the Inside the last time a large amount of fuel this big Updates to the interior SUV turned heads rig uses. When matched for 2014 include a new to the base 290hp 3.6L steering wheel that conbut this model had V6 the official fuel rating trols two new screens on passersby, friends is 12.4L/100km in the the dash. The first is the and family all taking city and 8.3L on the intuitive and very quick highway. The optional uConnect screen in the notice 5.7L V8 with 360hp uses centre of the console. All Zack Spencer much more fuel and is Durango models, except rated at 15.6L/100km in this top Citadel, get a the city and 9.1L on the 5-inch unit; this trim gets highway. Over two weeks, in almost the 8.3-inch version, which is too bad. 100 per cent city driving and short trips, The second screen is embedded in the I used a whopping 20L/100 in the city. instrument cluster and can be customIf the Durango were allowed to stretch ized. I tried my hand at this but never its legs on the open road that number really mastered it. The biggest selling would have been much better. Handling point for the Durango is the amount of space it offers over three rows for 6 or 7 passengers. My youngest son loved climbing into the third row and could actually stretch out. I even tried it out and can report that adults have plenty of room in any seat. The Citadel model came equipped with a stunning two-tone interior featuring black carpets and tan seats. This contrast won over my wife who wouldn’t have looked twice at a Durango but after the first week she admitted how much she enjoyed the experience. If you

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It only took 18 feverish months for Buddy Holly and his rock ‘n’ roll band The Crickets to revolutionize country music. Today, it only takes one inspiring show to relive the icon’s meteoric rise to fame, final legendary performance, and tragic end in 1959. The Chemainus Theatre Festival is bringing Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story back by popular demand from Feb. 11 to March 8. Deemed “the world’s most successful rock ‘n’ roll musical,” the show was written by Alan Janes, and it stars veteran Buddy actor Zachary Stevenson, a Parskvilleraised actor and musician who starred in last year’s production of Buddy at the Chemainus Theatre. “It’s all rollicking emotion,” show director and choreographer

Sara-Jeanne Hosie says in a press release, describing the pace at which audiences relive the musician’s biggest highs and lows. The story touches on Holly’s exciting burst onto the music scene with his “devil’s music,” first taste of fame with No. 1 hit “That’ll Be the Day,” struggle for artistic control, whirlwind romance and marriage, and famous final performance. A jukebox musical calls for plenty of rousing hits, and Buddy delivers with such popular songs as “Peggy Sue,” “Oh Boy,” “Maybe Baby,” “Not Fade Away,” and the famous music (and faces) of Ritchie Valens’s “La Bamba” and the “Big Bopper” J.P. Richardson’s “Chantilly Lace,” all backed by a live band. Tickets are available by calling 1-800-565-7738 or visiting www. chemainustheatre.ca.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT BYLAW No. 3783 ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW No. 3784 Applicable to Electoral Area G – Saltair/Gulf Islands NOTICE is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held as follows to consider the above noted Amendment Bylaws: DATE: Wednesday, February 19, 2014 PLACE: Mount Brenton Centre 3850 South Oyster School Road Saltair, BC TIME: 7:00 p.m. Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 3783 proposes to amend Electoral Area G – Saltair/Gulf Islands Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2500 in order to establish development guidelines for small lot local commercial uses and to add a new policy to the Official Community Plan to allow parcel sizes of less than 0.4 hectares for small lot local commercial zones that exclude residential uses, if connected to a community water system and “Type 3” or “Class A” sewer system. Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3784 proposes to amend Electoral Area G – Saltair/ Gulf Islands Zoning Bylaw No. 2524 by creating a new Small Lot Local Commercial (C-2A) Zone and rezoning part of Lot 2, District Lot 31, Oyster District, Plan VIP88492 (shaded below) from Local Commercial (C-2) to Small Lot Local Commercial (C-2A).

The purpose of Amendment Bylaws No. 3783 and 3784 is to permit a part of the subject property to be developed and subdivided for a small lot commercial development. At the public hearing, all persons who deem their interests affected by the proposed amendments will be afforded an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions on matters contained therein, before representatives of the Regional Board. Prior to the public hearing, written comments on the Bylaws may be faxed to 250-746-2621, e-mailed to ds@cvrd.bc.ca, or mailed and/or deposited at the Regional District offices up to 4:30 p.m. on the day of hearing. For further information, please call Rob Conway, Manager, Planning & Development Department at 250-746-2620. The public hearing is to be held by Director M. Dorey, Director M. Marcotte and Director I. Morrison as delegates of the Board. A copy of the proposed Bylaws, the resolution delegating the holding of the public hearing, and other documents that may be considered by the Board in determining whether to adopt the Bylaws are available for public inspection at the Regional District Planning & Development Department office, 175 Ingram Street, Duncan, BC, from Tuesday, February 4, 2014, to Wednesday, February 19, 2014, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Monday, February 10, 2014, being the Family Day statutory holiday. A copy of the bylaws and supporting material may also be viewed on the CVRD website at the following address: http://www.cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1282

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NOTICE TO ELECTORS OF THE TOWN OF LADYSMITH

Of an Alternative Approval Process for a Proposed Extension of Town Boundaries Notice is hereby given that under section 86 (Alternative Approval Process) of the Community Charter and section 20 of the Local Government Act, the Council of the Town of Ladysmith intends to petition the Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development requesting an extension of the area of the municipality to include the following described lands:

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The rationale for the proposed boundary extension is to achieve three criteria: 1. Acquisition of watershed lands (both Stocking Lake and Holland Lake) to protect the drinking water that supplies the Town, the Diamond and Saltair and the proposed service to Stz’uminus First Nation. 2. Viewscape protection of the forested hills behind Ladysmith. 3. Any development of the boundary extension lands (283 hectares) must employ Smart Growth Practices and support the Town’s Sustainability Vision. ALTERNATIVE APPROVAL PROCESS AND ELIGIBILITY The municipality may proceed with the boundary extension request unless at least ten percent of municipal electors indicate that a referendum must be held by submitting a signed Elector Response Form to the Ladysmith City Hall no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, March 14, 2014. Elector Response Forms must be in the form established by the Town of Ladysmith, and only those persons who qualify as electors of the municipality are entitled to sign Elector Response Forms. Forms may be submitted in person at City Hall, through the mail, by fax to 250-245-6411 or via email to info@ladysmith.ca. Resident Elector – You are entitled to submit an Elector Response Form as a resident elector if you are age 18 or older on the day of submission, are a Canadian citizen, have lived in B.C. for at least six months, and have been a resident of the Town of Ladysmith for the past 30 days or more. Non-Resident Elector – You are entitled to submit an Elector Response Form as a nonresident property elector if you are age 18 or older on the day of submission, are a Canadian citizen, have lived in B.C. for at least six months, have owned and held registered title to a property in the Town of Ladysmith for the past 30 days or more, and do not qualify as a resident elector. NOTE: Only one non-resident property elector may submit an Elector Response Form per property, regardless of how many owners there may be. If less than ten percent (623) of municipal electors submit an Elector Response Form, the boundary extension request will be deemed to have the approval of the electors, and the proposal may proceed to the Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development for consideration. For the purpose of conducting the alternative approval opportunity, the number of electors is calculated as 6,226. Elector Response Forms are available at the following locations: • Ladysmith City Hall, 410 Esplanade, Ladysmith, BC • Town of Ladysmith Development Services Office, 132 Roberts St., Ladysmith, BC • Frank Jameson Community Centre, 810 Sixth Ave., Ladysmith, BC • Vancouver Island Regional Library – Ladysmith Branch, #3 - 740 First Ave., Ladysmith, BC between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. weekdays. Additional information and the elector response form is available on the Town’s website at www.ladysmith.ca. Please call City Hall at 250-245-6400 if you have any questions about the proposed boundary extension or Alternative Approval Process. This is the first of two publications of this notice in a newspaper. Sandy Bowden Director of Corporate Services/Corporate Officer Town of Ladysmith

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The Modern Café in Nanaimo is hosting a beer and burger to raise money for Cedar athlete Erin Burrett this Wednesday (Feb. 3) from 6-9 p.m. Burrett is preparing to head to Tobago to represent Canada at the NACAC XC Championships on Feb 22. For $20, you can enjoy a burger (a vegetarian option is available) and a pint of Blue Buck from Phillips Brewing Company. There will be some Phillips swag to give away throughout the evening as well. A few weeks ago, Burrett kicked off the Frontrunners Island Race Series by winning the Harriers Pioneer 8K at the Saanich Fairgrounds, out-sprinting Canadian 8K record-holder and B.C. Athletics Road Runner of the Year Natasha Wodak to claim the victory.

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Nanaimo Curling Club’s Kesa Van Osch, a familiar face to many in Ladysmith, is currently representing B.C. at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts national championship, which began Feb. 1 in Montreal. As of Monday, Team B.C. was 1-3 in the round robin. The tournament continues until Feb. 9, and you to canSubscribe follow all the action online at www.curling. 250-245-2277 Includes ca/2014scotties-en/. $ online

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70th Anniversary Congratulations Patrick and Jean Graham on your 70th Wedding Anniversary With love from family & friends. Patrick Graham and Jean Porter were married on February 10th, 1944 in St. Michaelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Anglican Church in Chemainus. They met at a dance at Aggie Hall in Ladysmith. Patrick was in the army and stationed in Nanaimo (he almost missed the bus to the dance) and Jean lived in Saltair. After they were married they lived in Vancouver for approximately 35 years and then retired back to Saltair to live in Jeanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s original family home where they have been living ever since.

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BLANDIN, August Leo March 26, 1946 ~ Jan 25, 2014 1 John 2:25 And this is the promise that he has promised us, even eternal life. Augie was a man of many talents who was loved and loving. After a short bout with cancer, Augie went to be with his mom and dad; brothers Paul and Andrew, and sister Marie. His wife and children will always miss his quiet strength and gentle caring. Wife Laurel; children Dennise (Tim), Charlene (Damian), Mike (Keona), Barb (Scott), Michelle (Phil) and David will forever remember his big laugh and bigger warm hugs. Condolences may be offered online at www.sandsduncan.ca Rest in Peace Beloved SANDS of DUNCAN 250-746-5212

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An opportunity for a parttime Accountant Level 1 position is available in our Support Services department. This is a part-time position and will commence as soon as possible. The salary grade is that of Group 3 on the union salary scale. If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume outlining your qualifications by 4:00 pm February 14, 2014 to: Kimberley Judson, CHRP Manager, HR & Communication Ladysmith & District Credit Union kjudson@ldcu.ca For a full description of the job posting, please see our website www.ldcu.ca and click “Careers”. THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: •Heavy Duty Mechanics •Feller Buncher •Coastal Log Scalers •Grapple Yarder Operators •Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers •Processor Operators •Hand Buckers •Coastal Certiﬁed Hand Fallers •Machinist Fulltime camp with union rates/benefits. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to office@lemare.ca THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: • Camp Cooks (Red Seal Chef an asset) • Camp Bull Cooks Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to office@lemare.ca

HELP WANTED Chemainus Thrift Shop Permanent P/T Position The Chemainus Health Care Auxiliary Thrift Shop is looking for an engaging person to fill a permanent part time position as Assistant Operations Manager. This person must be capable of performing a variety of physical jobs, and able to adjust to change as well as be comfortable communicating with volunteers and staff of all ages in a respectful inclusive manner. The position will be 5 days in a two week period, the hours 9-4:30. Must be able to work Thursday Friday and Saturday one week and Monday Tuesday the following week. The successful applicant will cover when the manager is unavailable such as holidays and sick time. Retail experience is an asset. Interested applicants please respond in writing to: The Personal Committee Chemainus Thrift Shop 9867 Maple Street, Chmainus V0R 1k1

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THE Nuchatlaht First Nation is seeking a Band Administrator. Duties required will be to oversee all aspects of the organization from finances, to budgeting, to working with service providers. This list of duties is not all inclusive. The incumbent will be aware of fund accounting, possess a minimum of 5 years’ experience, or a 2 year diploma in business management. Requirements: Class 5 driver’s license and a current and up-to-date criminal record check. The Nuchatlaht First Nation is a semi-isolated first nation’s community near Zeballos, B.C, and/or on the North Coast of Vancouver Island, approximately 196 kilometres out of Campbell River, B.C. Deadline: February 7, 2014. Please: Fax your resumes to 250-332-5907, or lydia.nuchatlaht@hotmail.com and tyeestrikes@hotmail.com. Mailing Address: Nuchatlaht First Nation, P.O. Box 40, Zeballos, B.C. Telephone Number: 250-332-5908.

HOME STAY FAMILIES HOST FAMILIES needed. Northern Youth Abroad is looking for families to host 2 youth from Nunavut/NWT. Volunteering in your community. July/August. www.nya.ca. 1866-212-2307.

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RAMONA LEAH RICHARDSON DR. T. FARNSWORTH INC. NOTICE

To: The Respondent, RAMONA LEAH RICHARDSON TAKE NOTICE that on Monday, the 2nd day of December, 2013, an Order was made for service on you of a Petition to the Court and Affidavit #01 of Monique Tirschman issued from the Nanaimo Registry of the Supreme Court of British Columbia in proceeding number 69956 by way of this advertisement. In the proceeding, the Petitioner claims that the Mortgage CA2647863 entered into by the Petitioner and the Respondent Ramona Leah Richardson is in default and has commenced foreclosure proceedings with respect to the property located at 11053 Valdon Road, in the City of Ladysmith, in the Province of British Columbia more particularly known as PID: 002710-102, Lot 8, District Lot 34, Oyster District Plan 26018. You must file a responding pleading/Response to Petition within the period required under the Supreme Court Civil Rules failing which further proceedings, including judgment, may be taken against you without notice to you. You may obtain form the Nanaimo Registry at 35 Front Street, Nanaimo BC, a copy of the Petition to the Court and Affidavit #01 of Monique Tirschman and the Order providing for service by this advertisement. This advertisement is placed by TREVOR S. FOWLER, Solicitor for the Petitioner, LINDSAY KENNEY LLP, Barristers & Solicitors, #400 - 8621 - 201 Street, Langley, BC V2Y 0G9. Telephone: 604-888-5811.

LOGGING FUNDAMENTALS TRAINING Western Forest Products Inc. is seeking applications from individuals who would like to be considered for positions in one of three 7-week programs in 2014. This unique training opportunity is targeting individuals interested in a career in the logging industry. For More Information visit us at: www.westernforest.com/business-value/our-people/employment/careers

Thank you for your interest, however only short listed candidates will be contacted. Western Forest Products Inc. is an integrated Canadian forest products company located on Vancouver Island that is committed to the safety of our employees, the culture of performance and the discipline to achieve results.

CLUES ACROSS 1. Take by theft 7. Cash machine 10. Removed from attendance 12. Old World buffalo 13. Spread by dividing 14. Herd of unsheared sheep 15. Main arterial vessel 16. Carbamide 17. In the style of 18. Leafstalk angle 19. Physiques 21. Command right 22. Gratuitous 27. Printed display 28. Dexter inspector 33. “Hammer Time’s” initials 34. Making one ashamed 36. Hill (Celtic) 37. Expletive 38. Surface 39. Atomic weight 40. Swiss river 41. Publicists 44. Hollow cylinders 45. Most hirsute 48. Wading bird 49. Not in residence 50. According to 51. Property injury CLUES DOWN 1. Russian Emperor (var. sp.) 2. Take hold of 3. South American Indian

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MEDICAL/DENTAL MEDPRO Respiratory Care is a Home oxygen and Sleep apnea therapy provider. We are accepting resumes for a Client Service Technician responsible for the introduction, setup, and ongoing maintenance of home oxygen equipment for our clients living North of Duncan. The suitable candidate must be a self-starter, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be technically minded. Applicants should be physically fit and able to move medical equipment weighing up to 70lbs. Must have a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license with clean abstract and criminal record check. Experience in healthcare is an asset. Please forward your resume to: smcculloch@medprorespiratory.com

TRADES, TECHNICAL JOURNEYMAN HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS Fort McMurray & Leduc Alberta Gladiator Equipment Ltd. has immediate positions for Journeyman Heavy Duty, off road Certified Mechanics for work in Fort McMurray and Leduc, Alberta. Excellent wages and benefits. www.gladiatorequipment.com fax 1-780-986-7051. hr@gladiatorequipment.com

WORK WANTED Year Round or one-time yard maintenance. Splitting/stacking firewood. Reasonable rates. Call Gordon 250-709-8207.

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE APPLIANCES APT. SIZE deep freeze $125. Medium size up right deep freeze $150. White 17cu ft fridge, $200. White 30â&#x20AC;? range $175. 30â&#x20AC;? almond range $125. White 30â&#x20AC;? propane stove $150. Kenmore Washer dryer sets $200-$350. Washers $150-$250. Dryers $100-$150. Built-in dishwashers $100$150. White portable dishwasher $100. 6 month warranty on all appliances. Please call Greg at (250)246-9859.

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REAL ESTATE

LADYSMITH HANDYMAN Special. 3bdrms up, lrg LR, double garage, lrg storage. Ocean & city view. 1bdrm suite down. Owner will carry mortgage. $1200 month; or rent for $1,800 month. (250)753-0160.

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO

Rentals Available Ladysmith: #41-100 Gifford Rd. 2 bdrm, 2 bath level entry ocean view condo. $1100/mo. Avail now. Ladysmith: 4920 Harbour View. 4 bdrm, 2 bath oceanview 1400 sq ft home on 1/2 acre. Pet friendly, $1200/mo. Saltair: 11145 Chemainus Rd. 3 bdrm, 2 bath ocean front home. $1500/mo. Avail now. Chemainus: 3101 Robertson St. 3 bdrm, 2 bath 1/2 duplex. $950/mo.

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COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL Commercial space available at Timberlands Mobile Home Park, 3581 Hallberg Rd. Suitable for restaurant or small grocery. Call 250-245-3647. COMMERCIAL SPACE for rent in Ladysmith. 276 sq ft. Suitable for hair salon or office, storefront parking, popular 740 1st Ave building. Available now 250-245-4525.

COTTAGES WATERFRONT COTTAGE on acreage (shared with owner). 2-bdrm, 600 sq.ft. wood stove F/S, D/W. NS/NP. $850/mo. Feb 14th. 250-245-5496

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES LADYSMITH: SUNNY 2-bdrm suite. 1200 sq.ft. with spectacular ocean views in restored heritage house. Huge living room, dining rm, kitchen w/4 applâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 2 baths, own laundry, H/W floors, 2 gas fireplaces, 2 big decks. Quiet neighbourhood, walking distance to schools & downtown. $985. + hydro & gas. Avail Feb. 15th. 2 refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, NP/NS. 604-812-4606.

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CHURCH DIRECTORY Welcome to

St. Mary’s Catholic Church 1135 - 4th Avenue Ladysmith, BC

Mass Times: Sat. 5:00 pm Sun. 9:00 am 250-245-3414

Attend regularly the church of your choice

Hall Rentals Available 250-245-2077 Inclusive - Diverse - Vibrant

Ladysmith First United Church Sunday Service including Sunday school at 10:30 am

Healing Pathway

1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 6-8 pm

Rev. Min-Goo Kang 232 High Street 250-245-2183 www.ladysmithunited.org

ST. JOHN’S

1149 Fourth Ave, Ladysmith, 250-245-8221 Family Worship Service every Sunday at 10:30 am Life Lesson Series: Close Encounters Of The Divine Kind (Nursery & Children’s classes available) Mid-week programs for kids, preteens and teens www.oceanviewchurch.ca

ANGLICAN CHURCH

314 Buller St., Ladysmith Jesus Said: “Come and Journey with the Saviour”

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Sunday Morning Worship

8 am - Holy Communion 10 am - Holy Eucharist Rev. Susan Hermanson

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Calling McKenzie took great photos of the Ladysmith Secondary School Dance Showcase on Jan. 17. Here are just two scenes from the annual showcase, which featured students from every grade performing in 32 different numbers. CALLING MCKENZIE

Heard around town..... • Social Planning Cowichan is seeking volunteers who are interested and available to help carry out a Cowichan regional homelessness count on Monday, Feb. 17 and Tuesday, Feb. 18. The results of the homelessness count will be used by service providers, advocates, citizens and governments to tackle issues related to homelessness. Count results will provide an estimate of the size of the homeless population and a current profile of homelessness in the Cowichan. The volunteer commitment required for the count will be for attendance at a 2.5hour training event in the weeks prior to the count, and a fourhour shift on the evening of Feb. 17 or during the day on Feb. 18. Social Planning Cowichan is looking for volunteers who have good people skills, an interest in social issues, a re-

spectful demeanor, the ability to read non-verbal cues, some familiarity with the geographic layout of the area, and a sense of humour. If you think this sounds like you, contact Greg Awai at 250510-3574 or greg@ blacktomato.ca for more information and a volunteer form. • Mark your calendars for the Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce Home, Garden and Business Show, which is set for Friday, March 28 and Saturday, March 29. If you have any questions, please contact Cheryl Leukefeld at 250-245-2024 or the Chamber of Commerce office at 250245-2112. •The Town of Ladysmith announced yesterday that Forrest Field is closed until further notice due to snow covering the field. For more information, contact Ladysmith Parks, Recreation

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“Obeying God Actually Works” Pastor Darin Phillips

Blue Light and Your Ocular Health Have you ever wondered what triggers us to get tired every night and what wakes us up in the morning (Besides that pesky alarm clock)? It’s our circadian rhythm and it is regulated, in large part, by our eyes. Certain retinal cells, called intrinsically Dr. Anita Voisin regulated ganglion photoreceptor cells, become inactivated when they absorb blue light. When these cells are inactivated, they send a signal to the pineal gland to start producing melatonin. Melatonin makes us feel sleepy. So we start to feel tired when it gets dark outside because our retinal cells stop absorbing blue light which triggers a release of melatonin from the pineal gland. Blue light can be divided into two types, blue-violet and blue-turquoise. Blue turquoise light is between 460-500 nanometers, while blue violet light is at the far end of the visible light spectrum at 380-455 nanometers. This means that blue-violet light is very close to the non visible and hazardous ultraviolet light at 10-380 nm. Blue light, especially blue-turquoise light, during the day is good for us, because the absence of melatonin helps us feel alert and energized. When we are exposed to too much blue light, especially blue-violet light as opposed to blue-turquoise light, it can cause problems with our circadian rhythm and our ocular health. Exposure to blue-violet light for as little as 30 minutes has been shown to disrupt our melatonin production, which affects our sleep cycle. Experts, therefore, say that people should avoid exposure to blue light for at least 1 hour before bedtime to help trigger our melatonin production and get our full 8 hours. Some new studies have even shown that shorter wavelengths of blue light, or blue-violet light, can have harmful effects on our ocular health. Blue-violet light has been shown to cause retinal cell death, cataracts, and acceleration of macular degeneration. The shorter blue wavelengths are also more easily scattered in our eye, which can decrease contrast sensitivity and make our eyes feel strained or fatigued. Exposure to blue light is becoming more of a concern because we are now more exposed to blue light than we have ever been. Artificial sources of blue light include smartphones, tablets, TVs, computers, fluorescent light bulbs, and LED lights. These are becoming more and more prevalent and so our exposure to blue light is drastically increasing. Luckily, lens technology is keeping up with gadget technology and there are innovative new lenses that will shield eyes from the flood of blue-violet light. These lenses selectively filter only blue-violet light, while still letting in blue-turquoise light. This allows the wearer to maintain normal color vision and circadian rhythm while protecting the wearer from the blue-violet rays that can contribute to cataracts and macular degeneration. Another way to help decrease your exposure to blue-violet light is to keep devices further from your eyes - less light will enter the eye when the device is held further away.

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