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The Comox Valley Record typically receives a blue ribbon each year from the Canadian Community Newspaper Association. Not this year. Instead of a blue ribbon, essentially an honourable mention, the Record finished third in general excellence. The CCNA announced last week that the St. Albert Gazette in Alberta finished first in our national circulation category. The Observer in Elmira-Woolrich in Ontario placed second. Of 120 total points that can be awarded by a judge, as many as 85 points can be given for a range of news coverage and editorial design, quality of writing, photography, front page and editorial page. Newspapers are also judged on typography and design, print quality, ad design and copy editing, and ad layout and effective use of colour. Awards will be presented May 29 in Charlottetown, PEI.

••• Former Record publisher Grant Lawrence will receive the prestigious BC Housing Eric Dunning Award for Dedication and Service to the Community Newspaper Industry on April 26. The Comox Valley Record is also a finalist in three other Ma Murray provincial newspaper award categories. • Erin Haluschak is one of three people in the running for the TD Feature Photo Award in our circulation class for an aerial picture publicizing the 2013 Comox Air Show. • The Record has a chance to receive a Special Publications Award for the winter issue of Trio magazine. • The Record is a finalist for the Safeway Ma Murray Community Service Award for work to publicize the Boys and Girls Clubs’ Christmas Village. Ma Murray Awards are presented annually at the River Rock Casino in Richmond by the B.C. and Yukon Community Newspaper Association.

Autism day on April 2 Scott Stanfield Record Staff

City Hall in Courtenay and Comox, along with numerous Valley business-

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WILL THIS 1988 blockade at Strathcona Provincial Park be repeated in 2014?

Reaction swift to parks changes Renee Andor Record Staff

Changes to B.C.’s Park Act remind Marlene Smith of the months spent defending Strathcona Provincial Park from exploratory mine drilling during the Strathcona Blockade of 1988. Smith is a founding member of Friends of Strathcona Park, (FOSP), which was developed in response to changes the government-of-the-day made — paving the way for industrial activity to occur in the park — about a year before the blockade started. According to the FOSP website, government created an industrial corridor through the centre of Strathcona Park, and adjusted boundaries to remove certain areas from the park. The public expressed concern via letters, telephone calls and meetings, but when Cream Silver Mines started moving drilling equipment into the

Cream Lake area of the park, the blockade began. The 63-year-old Smith clearly remembers the three-month blockade, which was in the midst of winter and included 64 arrests — and which pressured government to develop safeguards to ensure the park was protected. “Strathcona Park was safe for 25 years but now it is no longer,” says Smith. “The protection that we had before Monday (Feb. 24) that would safeguard Strathcona Park, and our other provincial parks, from industrial development within the boundaries of the park, that safeguard has dropped. “It is now wide open again to potential mining, logging, run-of-the-river projects, road building, you name it.” Bill 4, the Park Amendment Act, was passed last week. It allows ‘research’ to include feasibility stud-

ies for a range of industrial activities, such as pipelines, transmission lines, roads or highways, or “a prescribed project or a project in a prescribed class of projects.” The bill also allows the minister to grant a park use permit if the research is “necessary to inform decision making around changing the boundaries,” according to a news release from FOSP. Smith continues: “The primary concern is parks on the Lower Mainland and on the mainland that might be dissected and be destroyed, or parts of them destroyed, to allow pipeline building, road-building, logging roads or other roads, and the long-term concern is that it would open areas like Strathcona Park again for future claim staking and mine development.” Comox Valley Naturalists Society president Loys Maingon, who is also ... see PARKS ■ 2

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Parks ‘protected areas’ APRIL STATZ (RIGHT) is the Comox Valley Child Development Association’s autism program manager. CVCDA receptionist Charlene Wallace-Dille holds a World Autism Awareness Day T-shirt.

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City Hall in Courtenay and Comox, along with numerous Valley businesses, will Light It Up Blue this Wednesday to support World Autism Awareness Day. Each April 2, Autism Speaks kicks off a month-long, global campaign to raise awareness of the mysterious condition. To honour the day, many iconic landmarks and businesses participate in Light It Up Blue. In 2012, an estimated 3,000 structures — the Eiffel Tower and Great Pyramids, among them — were lit blue. More than 4,000 buildings and landmarks are expected to light up Wednesday. According to the latest data from the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, one in 68 children were identified with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). As opposed to a disease, autism is a pervasive developmental disorder. Autistics generally have social and communicative challenges, and tend to engage in repetitive behaviours. The children’s therapy department at the Comox Valley Childhood Development Association is the first responder for children locally. Most youngsters are on a waiting list about a year before receiving funding. “Early intervention is critical,” said Cour-

tenay resident Karen Briere, whose fouryear-old son Oisín is autistic. More funding and resources need to be in place for adults with autism, added Briere. The association relies largely on fundraising. For more information or to donate, visit CVCDA.ca. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

B.C. director of Canadian Society of Environmental Biologists, also points to oil and gas infrastructure in the Interior and Lower Mainland area as a driver behind the changes to the Park Act. “If one believes that the future is in the development of oil and gas, high transmission lines, there’s no doubt that given the distribution of parks throughout B.C. it is extremely difficult to build the infrastructure for that without encountering a park,” he says, adding there are now about 1,300 parks in the province, up from 205 in the early 1970s. “Where it becomes highly problematic is that the parks are really our protected areas, they’re our green spaces; we have every other place in B.C. accessible

for development.” Maingon notes that while parkland has increased, park staff has decreased, down to about 100 in the province, which means the parks system has little or no staff to do feasibility studies. “This (work) will be contracted out to agents of industry, which will be self-regulated and self-assessed,” he continues. “It is disturbing and unnerving to consider what is really implied by this research. There’s a failure to protect and to regulate and, as usual, in this bill everything is left at the discretion of the ministry. “This is really political interference without adequate scientific guidance. There has to be a more stringent approach to the parks, independent of government.”

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Meanwhile, Smith says organizations, such as the Wilderness Society, Canadian Parks and Wilderness and Federation of Mountain Clubs of BC have joined to fight the changes to the Park Act. West Coast Environmental Law is looking into the legality of the changes, according to Smith. For more information, visit http://friendsofstrathcona.org or the websites of any of the groups listed.

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Educator developed unique community model Couple established Comox Valley L’Arche residence Wendy Dyck Contributor

This is the second in a series of articles that will explore the nature on developmental disability, its impact on the lives of many in our community and the resources available to help them reach their fullest potential. Developmental disabilities cause difficulties in language, mobility and learning that begin at birth. Some of our biggest steps forward as a community have been in finding ways to accommodate children with developmental disabilities in our school system. Special-needs education has developed with individually tailored learning strategies, accessible settings and educators who have trained specifically to help these learn-

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Clarity sought Scott Stanfield Record Staff

The regional district board has asked for clarity from the Comox Valley Housing Task Force before considering a ‘bridge funding’ request of $15,000. The money would be used to ensure progress of initiatives concerning homelessness and housing, and help the organization transition to the next governance entity. The group has hosted an event dubbed Building Housing Solutions Together and an affordable housing forum. The task force recommends establishing a regional service to collect funds. Within the service, it hopes a local government nonprofit corporation can be established to fulfill the mandate. The idea is to have one voice to resolve a homelessness/affordable housing crisis in the Valley. At the last CVRD board meeting, chair Edwin Grieve commended the idea as a “ray of hope against the burnout of volunteers,” whom he notes are the experts on the subject. “We’re very blessed in this Valley to have so many quality volun-

service clubs and any included them in their tally disabled people as group that would listen lives. Many more peo- “a sacred gift meant for and, over the course of ple — with and with- the Comox Valley.” In 2010, Mawhinney several years, raised out developmental the money to buy a disabilities — were began work on a book modest house. drawn into the vibrant about the L’Arche comWith 3,000 hours community life and to munity in the Comox of volunteer help, further accommodate Valley and it was nearing that house completion was transformed into Mawhinney worked tirelessly for when he was diaga welcoming home and in the integration of the developmentally nosed with cancer. 2000 first disabled. He was resident able to Cory Pagnoni arrived from Tahsis. their gathering, an arts see his book published Within a few months, outreach facility was before his death in February 2012. He is three more “core peo- established. Mawhinney did not missed to this day. ple” — as those with a Wendy Dyck is a disability are called — see his efforts as “a good had joined, along with thing to do” but rather musician and freelance three assistants to live as a “deep and some- writer working in the in a family-like setting. times troubling urging Comox Valley since The Mawhinneys to respond to an invita- 2001. She is also an editor created a community tion” to be authentic of friends and neigh- human beings. He saw with seven books, both bours who embraced the community that fiction and non-fiction, the “core people” and included developmen- to her credit.

teers,” he said. Staff needs defined parameters from the task force by mid-April to prepare a report that could lead to a November referendum. The task force has until April 15 to “provide clear and specific parameters to define the purpose, participants, cost allocation and maximum requisition required,” CAO Debra Oakman states in a report to the board.

abled into the broader schooling community. While the successes of his efforts were apparent, Mawhinney realized that once disabled students left school, they were back on the sidelines, lacking meaningful relationships with the community outside their own homes. S o m e w h e r e , Mawhinney stumbled upon the work of Jean Vanier, a Canadian living in France who developed a model of unique communities he called L’Arche — French for The Ark. These communities were comprised of both the developmentally disabled and the able, the young and the old; rejecting institutional values and replacing

them with authentic human relationships. At the heart of L’Arche was the idea of “mutuality” — that being in a relationship with a person with a disability could be mutually enriching. Mawhinney was inspired by what he saw and with his wife, Joanne, determined to establish a L’Arche residence and program in the Comox Valley. This was easier said than done — Mawhinney had a full-time job, a 10-acre farm, and he and his wife had eight children — four with developmental disabilities whom they had welcomed into their family. The Mawhinneys rallied their friends, talked to churches,

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The 191 Construction Engineering Flight sub-unit of 19 Wing Comox is volunteering some sweat equity to construct a new mainstage in time for the next Filberg Festival. Like the Habitat for Humanity house in Courtenay, the project provides an avenue for the base to give back to the community over the long-term. “These are the kinds of projects that are certainly something that they do,” Capt. Trevor Reid said Friday. “Basically these are members who will deploy overseas and set up shop for the air force.” The stage will be replaced by a timberframe structure on a concrete pad at Filberg Park in Comox,

containing better capabilities for acoustics and lighting. It will be named the Comox Rotary Stage, used for the annual festival and for the Summer Sound Series. “The contribution from the 19 Wing construction and engineers means that we can do this; otherwise, we couldn’t do it,” said Mo MacKendrick, president of the Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park Association. “And then we have our volunteers.” She notes two maintenance committee volunteers — Kevin Moore and Allan Morrison — who are managing and co-ordinating the project. The association hopes the stage will be constructed by June 12. Along with the donated labour from 19 Wing, the project has come into fruition

through fundraising and grants. Comox Rotary gave $15,000 while the Comox Valley Community Foundation and Coastal Community Credit Union have each kicked in $5,000. Rotarians will do the rock facade work. The association continues to supplement the project with raffle money, which exceeds $22,000. “What it’s creating, what we hope, is a legacy for the future of this community, and that there will be a quality performing venue here in the park,” MacKendrick said. “It will really open up opportunities for us as an association and for the community.” The annual Filberg Festival — a celebration of art, crafts and music — is scheduled for Aug. 1 to 4.

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Dawn to Dawn Action on Homelessness will host a Community Garden Visioning Event on Tuesday, April 1 from 6 until 8 p.m. at the Courtenay Library. This event marks the third anniversary of Dawn to Dawn’s Community Garden Pilot Project. The Garden is located in the heart of Courtenay, at Sixth and Harmston, surrounded by many community resources, all within walking distance. “April 1 marks the second anniversary of the Community Garden,” notes garden co-ordinator Dianne MacLean. “I still remember my first day on the project two years ago, showing up and seeing all the Home Depot staff and trucks dropping off materials and getting

the beds underway. years the garden has “I wondered if it was been run solely by volan April Fools joke; it unteers for the benefit was too good to be true. of the whole community. PartWe’ve had nerships positive We’ve had h a v e feedback allowed on the gar- positive feedback den ever on the garden the garden to since, and the part- ever since, and the o p e r a t e n e r s h i p s partnerships have with a have liter- literally grown out very low ally grown budget of the garden. out of the and next garden!” Dianne MacLean to no purchases One of the unique features including seeds, soil of the Dawn to Dawn and tools. The garden has Community Garden is the role that home- even become a source less and marginalized for other gardeners people are encouraged through its own seed to play in growing food, saving techniques. community and life Partners include skills. The purpose of the City of Courtethe garden is to sup- nay, LUSH Valley ply food for those in Food Action Society, need and bring peo- CV Aboriginal Head ple together to work Start Program, Food towards a common not Bombs, Council of goal. Canadians, the FriendOver the past two ship Project, Pidcock

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Canadian Red Cross June Hruby (250-995-3509) The Health Equipment Loan Program (HELP) is a volunteeroperated, community-based program that lends health equipment such as wheelchairs and bathing aids to people of all ages who are recovering from surgery, illness or injury. We are seeking people who are able to provided clients service, loan out health equipment either by phone, fax or in person, process donations, maintain accurate records by using a computer system, as well as clean and disinfect equipment.

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The Gardens on Anderton Joan Gage (250-334-3089) Anyone who can take part in planting, weeding, and maintaining a floral garden space on a regular basis from April through September. No experience needed as we will provide advice and direction as needed. You should be available approx. 2 hours a week during the day in order to care for the area to which you are assigned

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Habitat for Humanity Vancouver Island North Karen Bezaire (250-334-3777) “Swampers” accompany our Delivery/Pick up Drivers and help them plan delivery routes, deliver purchased items to customers, and retrieve donations from customers to bring them back to the Habitat For Humanity ReStore.

Multicultural Week – Event Coordinator

Immigrant Welcome Centre of the Comox Valley Nina Poljak (250-338-6359) The Multicultural Week Event Coordinator is a hands-on position with strong interaction, communications, and organizational skills, including attention to detail. The Coordinator will be able to demonstrate these skills when under pressure to ensure a smooth and efficient event. Approximately 2-3 weeks part-time hours.

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Courtenay Recreation Louise Grutzmacher (250-338-5371) Assisting the staff with childminding (newborns to 5 years old) on Wednesday and Friday mornings 9:00 to 11:00 am. Must enjoy interacting with children.

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St. John Ambulance Volunteer Coordinator (250-897-1098) St. John Ambulance is holding their annual First Aid Competition at 9:00 a.m. on May 3rd at Mark Isfeld School. These are young Cadets and Brigade members who practice their First Aid skills through competitions. They are in need of volunteers to act as casualties for this event. These people need no special skills only to be still while being attended to in the casualty simulation. It will be lots of fun for all the participants.

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Comox Valley Art Gallery Glen Sanford (250-338-6211) The gallery needs volunteers to help with painting, cleaning, moving furniture, running errands and setting up our new exhibit. Any amount of time Monday to Friday will be a great help to prepare for our coming exhibitions. Please call or e-mail in advance to book your time.

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Maureen Curtis (604-268-3885) Variety - The Children’s Charity Volunteers needed to take donations over the phone at the Eagle Radio Station. Be friendly and approachable. Fill in a pledge form, legibly. Courtenay/Campbell River: April 30-May 1 on The Eagle 97.3FM. Together, raising funds and distributing grants throughout British Columbia to inspire hope, enrich lives, and build a better future for children who have special needs.

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Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada Cherie Kamenz (250-339-0819) The Comox Valley Scotiabank MS Walk takes place at the Courtenay Airpark which offers a safe, scenic, wheelchair and scooter accessible route for our participants. Encourage participants as they start the walk, pass through the start area as they do their second or third lap and finish the walk. Volunteers must have ability to relate well with participants and have a fun, cheerful personality.

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Jazz singer takes to stage with Big Band Excitement mounts as the Nanaimo Musicians’ Association Big Band takes the stage at the Avalanche Bar stage at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday for the first time this season. It would be easy to say the excitement is all about a terrific 17-piece jazz band (which it is, of course), but it is equally about the return of Sydney Needham, who many consider to be Vancouver Island’s most talented female jazz singer. During her last appear-

ance almost a year ago, when she was pressured into one more encore from a wild audience she said, “Well, you asked for it!” and delivered what currently stands as the wildest vocal performed on our stage. The song title doesn’t look decent in print, so you will simply have to be there to hear it in person. Sydney is the most powerful vocalist in this part of the world; her vocals are full of expression and passion.

Shhhhhhhh! Andrea Graham is known as the Librarian, but don’t be fooled by her deceptively quiet composure. The Bass Coast Music Festival’s cofounder and music curator has been making some very loud noises up and down the Pacific Northwest for the better part of a decade. Her knack for blending total dance floor destruction with sly subtleties and hot new exclusives makes for a consistently accessible, yet undeniably future sound. Indeed, her festival’s carefully crafted music lineup is a perfect mirror of her style. Serving up a veritable who’s who of the West Coast bass scene and reaching deep both backwards and forwards, The Librarian offers up unabashedly hard-hitting low-end bliss paired with thoughtful, sophisticated chops. She and Mat the Alien will play April 5 at the

Waverley Hotel. In addition to curating and co-producing Bass Coast since its 2009 inauguration, Andrea has toured the Pacific Northwest club and festival circuit extensively (Shambhala, Symbiosis Gathering, Rifflandia, Burning Man, Envision Festival, Diversity, MEME, World Ski & Snowboarding Festival, Crankworks, and more), and has performed as far as Costa Rica and midwest from SF to Winnipeg & Wyoming. She has played alongside Pinch, J Kenzo, dBridge, UZ, Bauer, Dub FX, Silkie, Distance, Addison Groove, Machinedrum, Om Unit, JETS, Grenier, Kastle, TRUTH, Deadbeat, Marty Party, Excision, Zed’s Dead, Mimosa, Vibesquad, Ana Sia, Danny Corn, Reso, Rusko, Caspa, Appleblim, 2562, Stagga, Djunya, BSE, Kutz, and many more. In summer 2013, The Librarian was officially

This young woman is bound for greatness, and this is your chance to see her before she becomes another great alumnus. Overall, the excitement is due to the calibre of the act; NMA’s previous appearances at the Avalanche on the extended stage have been stunning. Quite a lot of folk have asked, “How’s it possible to accommodate a big band on that stage?” Well, you’ll just have to see (and feel) the difference.

With the stage thrusting into lower floor area, the sound is amazing, and the atmosphere electric. The last NMA concert in April drew an audience of 130 jazz fans who needed a fix, listening to some of the most talented band instrumentalists on Vancouver Island. The group has served the mid-Island for more than 40 years. Famous alumni include Diana Krall, Ingrid and Christine Jensen, and Phil Dwyer.

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In addition to some of the established big band players from the Mid-Island region, its sound is rounded out with some of VIU’s top students from the music program. New members include Hans Verhoeven, who is now the drum instructor at VIU, trumpeter Dave Stewart, and tenor Theo Hughes-Ridgeway (originally from Courtenay). For Thursday’s concert, the band’s repertoire ranges from old standards from

the Buddy Rich and Count Basie bands, to modern compositions by alumnus, Christine Jensen, whose Montreal big band won a Juno Award in 2011. For more information about the Georgia Straight Jazz Society and its forthcoming events, as well as an anthology of past concerts, you are invited to visit www.georgiastraightjazz.com or see us on Facebook. — Georgia Straight Jazz Society

being played in the warehouse parties around the northwest of England in ’88. In 1995 Mat moved to Whistler to pursue his new addiction of snowboarding. Described by Knowledge Magazine as awe-inspiring, Mat has toured across the globe and performed in 14 countries from Miami to Moscow at sports events such as the US Supercross, Olympic Games (Torino and Whistler), X-Games and many of Canada’s largest festivals of up to 15,000 people. He also pioneered club nights in Whistler, Vancouver and held down a bi-weekly clubnight in Las Vegas at Eye Candy (Mandalay Bay). And he got to perform a couple of times at the legendary Fabric Nightclub in London, England. Mat’s original music and remixes are coming fast and furious — they have been featured on many T.V. shows, DVDs and

webisodes. His remixes for Nick Thayer, South Rakkas (featured on Diplo’s Mad Decent blog), and his original music has Really Good feedback and plays from some of the industry’s biggest names. His skratches can be heard on tracks by Fort Knox Five, Eprom & Ill Gates, Sweatshop Union, and EA Sports NBA HomeCourt 3. Now also touring with his video / DJ set, he is taking the solo DJ act to new heights, hitting all of the senses with custom remix and video edits. For more about the players, visit www.thelibrarian. ca and www.matthealien. ca. Tickets for the April 5 gig are available at Bop City Records, Waverley, by phoning 250-336-8322 and at cumberlandvillageworks. com. — Cumberland Village Works

West Coast beats provided by The Librarian and The Alien

MAT THE ALIEN is on an April 5 bill at the Waverley Hotel with The Librarian, guaranteed to provide truly fine West Coast dance floor sounds. made a member of West Coast’s notorious Lighta! Sound crew, joining deep bass pioneers Michael Red, Daega Sound, Max Ulis, Self Evident, Taal Mala, Mandai, Tank Gyal, Cure, and Calamalka. ••• Since the age of 14

(1988), Mat the Alien has been mixing, skratching and making mixes — playing beats spanning many genres, tempos and styles but always having one thing in common — heavy drum breaks and basslines. It all started after hearing the electronic sounds

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Musical mix on Denman Gadji-Gadjo gypsy klezmer music was created by Melanie Bergeron in 2002. The musicians learned traditional pieces of the Klezmer/ Tzigane repertoire and founded Gadji-Gadjo. Coming from various regions of Québec, each musician adds her/his experience making a mix of jazz, classical, South American and Québec traditional influences. Soon their passion for the musics of Eastern Europe inspired them to compose for the group. In 2004 they had several originals added to their repertoire. With violin, mandolin, clarinet and bass clarinet, accordion, guitar, double bass and

percussion, the group was ready to make a splash on the world music scene from Québec. After numerous successful concerts and an increasingly large fan base, Gadji-Gadjo decided to produce their first album. Launched in 2005, it took many listeners on a magnificent musical voyage. Soon they were making waves across Québec as they performed throughout the province, including appearances at the famous Montréal International Jazz Festival (2004, ‘05, ‘06). Gadji-Gadjo launched their second album, Sur le Toit des Voisins (On the Neighbours’ Roof) in 2007.

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Studio B Gallery is proud to present a new exhibit entitled Maiden Voyage of works by Jennifer Brant and Violet Rosehart. The exhibit, curated by Studio B’s resident curator Sonia Stastny, opens on Friday, April 4, with both artists present at the reception from 7 to 11 p.m. Although working in different media, Brant’s and Rosehart’s work shares certain qualities and themes. Ottawa native Rosehart, merely 24 years of age, presents her most recent series of ink drawings on paper. They depict various configurations of braided hair and are studies of patience, strength and the feminine bond. Interestingly, these drawings have originated from Rosehart’s sculptural works created out of cloth, human and animal

hair and starch. The artist describes them as “womblike, nestlike or moonlike” and sees them as explorations of memory and experience. Brant, born and raised on the West Coast, obtained her BA at Emily Carr University and BEd at UBC, and has taught art and art history for several years. Brant’s new series encompass two bodies of work, which appear very different at first glance. However, Brant masterfully uses both media to explore connectivity and colour, and describes her mysterious undulating shapes as explorations of “topography, [… ] biochemistry, neurology, migration, vastness of spirit, swarms, cycles, flocks.” Both artists live off-grid on Lasqueti Island and have

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Sharpe named Locals excel at hockey academy to Games’ staff The BC Games Society is pleased to announce that Diane St-Denis has been appointed as the Chef de Mission and Don Sharpe as the Assistant Chef de Mission for Team BC for the Wood Buffalo 2015 Western Canada Summer Games. “Diane St-Denis and Don Sharpe are both highly qualified for their newly appointed roles in Team BC, and we are fortunate to have their leadership,” said Coralee Oakes, B.C. Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development. “I am fully confident that they will help Team BC athletes to achieve their best and realize their potential at the upcoming Western Canada Summer Games.” Sharpe is the Director of Operations and Marketing for Mount Washington Alpine Resort in Courtenay and he brings his extensive experience managing a large staff and multiple operations. Sharpe had a lead role directing the activities for hosting over 200 Olympic athletes prior to the 2010 Olympics and Paralympics. As a co-founder of the Vancouver Island Mountain Sports Society he has spearheaded initiatives to support emerging high-performance athletes. “I am very excited to join Team BC on its journey to the Western Canada Summer Games,” said Sharpe. “I have a passion for sport and its impact on youth and our communities. “I am looking forward to assisting in getting outstanding results and in putting together a great team.” About Team BC Every four years a team of athletes, coaches, managers, and mission staff are assembled to represent British Columbia at Canada’s premiere multi-sport events - the Canada Winter Games,

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Last September, four Comox Valley Midget hockey players packed their bags and headed down to Victoria for a year to attend the Pacific Coast Hockey Academy (PCHA). Both the boys and their families were taking a chance that this was the right move for them. It has proven to be one of the best decisions they ever made. Matt Henwood, Dayton Keith, Matteo Giomo and Noah G a u t h i e r- G r e g o r y embarked on what has become a journey in the development of themselves; athletically, academically and personally, and they are thriving in their new environment. The boys attend school in the mornings, are on the ice and in dryland training every day of the week. Academics are a big part of this program and they must keep their marks up to be able to play. They are competing with other U16 elite teams in western North America, AA and AAA Midget teams and have played in Idaho, Colorado, B.C. and Alberta. They have come in first place in

PUBLIC NOTICE WATER MAIN FLUSHING and FIRE HYDRANT MAINTENANCE (March 31 – May 2) The Town of Comox Public Works Department wishes to notify residents and businesses that we will be undertaking the annual flushing of water mains and maintenance of all fire hydrants within the Town of Comox. This program is necessary to ensure good water quality through the removal of natural sediment accumulations. This program will commence on Monday, March 31, 2014 and should be completed by Friday, May 2, 2014. All work will take place from Monday to Friday between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm. This program may result in temporary but harmless discoloration of the water and although it does not present a hazard to your health, it is advised that you reserve some drinking water for that time. Should discoloration occur, running a cold water tap for a short period will help to restore water quality to normal. Where practical, residents should avoid washing laundry during operational hours as to do so could result in discoloration of clothes. The Town of Comox would like to thank users for their patience and cooperation during this program. Should you have any questions or concerns please call 250.339.5410.

THE PACIFIC COAST Hockey Academy won gold at a tournament in Banff. Comox Valley players include: goalie #1 Matt Henwood (in the front row); forward #10 Matteo Giomo (right behind Matt’s arm in the next row); defence #7 Noah Gauthier-Gregory (right behind Matteo) and defence #27 Dayton Keith (right behind Noah). hard-fought games and tournaments against good teams that are made up primarily of older players. On March 21-23 the PCHA was in Banff where they played with 12 Midget AA teams from Alberta and Saskatchewan. The long trip from Victoria was worth it. The team, that is made up of all Vancouver Island and Pow-

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Snow to Surf set to roll Organizers have been busy making improvements to the 32nd annual Royal LePage Snow to Surf Race. The snowshoe leg and race package pick-up will be in a different location, and the parade is back. This nine- or 10-person team relay race will take place on April 26-27 and brings tons of excitement to the Comox Valley. The parade will be on Fifth Street in downtown Courtenay on Saturday, April 26 at 5 p.m. Everyone is welcome to participate. “The fun will never stop,” said parade organizer Sandy Staples. “And it is not just for the teams. If you always wanted to be in a parade this is the one to go in,” says Staples. There will be cash prizes and more. Following the parade will be the Pre-Race Party/Briefing at the Native Sons Hall located near the parade finish, starting at 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 26. Race packages must be picked up

by 8 p.m. The race will start Sunday, April 27 at 9:15 with the alpine ski leg followed by the snowshoe leg at the loading area of the Hawk chairlift. The course will be a 3.5 km scenic route with a sloping up and downhill grade. The snowshoer will pass the armband onto the cross-country skier who will start near the Raven Loge Stadium. The race will then commence with the downhill runs, mountain bike, kayak, road bike and canoe where the race will finish with fun times at Marina Park. “Whether you are on a team, a volunteer or a cheerleader, you are guaranteed a great time at this weekend event,” an event spokesperson said. To enter in the race or parade, volunteer or for more information go to www.snowtosurf.com. – Royal LePage Comox Valley Snow to Surf Adventure Relay Race

Squash tourney raising funds Time to If you walk into the Courtenay Recreation Centre on a Wednesday night, the first thing you’ll often hear is the sound of something being “smacked around.” Upon closer inspection, the prevailing sound is accompanied by two extremely sweaty and typically out-of-breath players moving in small quarters hitting a little squishy black ball, using chess-like strategies to make a winning shot. The game of squash heralds all the qualities of healthy living – the continuous nature of the game requires a lot of stop and start requiring both speed and endurance. Not unlike chess, squash requires players to be patient in their attack coupled with quickly thinking on their feet. Camaraderie and laughter is

always at its best at the courts; many of us moan and groan about missed shots, while our opponents raise their glasses and gloat about their winning drop shot. The Comox Valley Squash Club is home to over 200 players; a mixture of beginner and seasoned players. April typically marks the end of the season for most local players and the Comox Valley Squash Club is gearing up to host its traditional Easter Bunny Squash Tournament from April 3-6. It’s known in the squash community as “the best Island tournament” and many players travel to enjoy the competition, great food and entertainment and the welcoming community of the Comox Valley. The squash club has partnered with St. Joseph’s Hospital

Ladies North Is. The Masters Golf Tournament is approaching and so is the annual Ladies’ North Island Tournament at Comox on May 11. “This is the Island’s first tournament of the season, so come on out and start your competitive juices flowing,” a tourney spokesperson said. “As usual our women from ReMax – Marie McCooey, Glenda Mosher and Lisa Jorgensen – are our tournament sponsors. “Our hole in one sponsors are Visual Sound Store and Canadian Western Bank. The entry fee of $60 includes a banquet

catered by our chef Adrian of the Tee Box Restaurant. The restaurant will also be open for a full breakfast,” the spokesperson said. Low gross and low net trophies and great prizes are awarded. “Our Horse Race and Chipping Contest on Saturday afternoon are always popular entertainment. Come out and join this magnificent group of women,” the spokesperson added. Send entries to Sharon Crowe 1792 Astra Rd. Comox, B.C. V9M 4B6 or call 250-3397450. – Comox Ladies Golf

Foundation to raise funds to support the purchase of sleep-over chairs for the Birthing Rooms at St. Joseph’s Hospital. “St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation is very grateful to the Comox Valley Squash Club to have the opportunity to partner with this event,” says Lynn Dashkewytch, executive director of the St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation. “It takes support from the community to keep the hospital on the cutting edge of equipment and patient comfort items.” There are many ways to get involved: • Support a local squash player and the hospital foundation by purchasing a raffle ticket to win great prizes – two tickets anywhere WestJet flies, a Whistler Golf package worth $1,300 and an original painting by

Vancouver Island artist Maureen Maryka worth $600. Raffle tickets can be purchased at the hospital foundation or by e-mailing cvsquash@gmail.com. • Sign up for the tournament. We welcome and enjoy new members. For more information, go to http://www.squashbc. com/calendar/index. cfm. (Entry deadline was March 28). • Not sure you want to play yet? Come on out and enjoy this fantastic spectator sport. Squash is highly entertaining. It’s fast, fun and furious. You won’t be disappointed. – Comox Valley Squash Club

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It’s golfing time! The Sunnydale Ladies Club and the Ladies 9-hole Club is inviting all to our opening day on Tuesday, April 8 at 9 a.m. It will be a shotgun start. If you can’t sign up the week before, just come on the Tuesday morning by 8:30 and we will sign you in (or bring your own foursome). Non-members are welcome: you only have to pay the green fee at a guest rate. For more information call captain Rona at 250-339-5391. – Sunnydale Ladies Golf

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March 3, 1942-March 2, 2014 Daniel Tipton was born on March 3rd, 1942 in Vancouver, British Columbia and passed away suddenly in his home of Black Creek on March 2, 2014. Daniel was a man of strong convictions, a gentle heart and imparted the ability to find laughter in all of lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ebb and flow. Dan is survived by his loving wife Kathy, sons Daniel and John, daughter Susanne, and grandchildren Cain, Loki and Jove. Daniel will be forever and lovingly remembered by his family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada or the Canadian Lung Association.

In Loving Memory of AARON JOEL CURRY October 2, 1978 April 1, 2010 Sadly missed along lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s way Quietly remembered every day No longer in my life to share But in my heart youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re always there

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It is with great sadness,

the family announces the passing of James (Jim) Evans on March 22, 2014. Jim was born on October 28, 1918 in St. Davids, Wales. He moved to Canada, with his parents, Ben & Sophia Evans, brothers Bert & Eric and sister Glenys in 1928. His parents established a dairy in Wilkie Saskatchewan. The Evans family moved to Courtenay in 1946. Jim and his brothers helped their father Ben dismantle a creamery on the site where Thrifty Foods now sits. They used the lumber to build houses on England Ave.. Jim moved to Port Alberni and bought a sawmill near Sproat Lake. He sold the mill in 1952. Jim moved to various locations in BC until he returned to Vancouver Island in 1954. Jim worked in the logging industry as a faller until he retired. Throughout his life, Jim enjoyed playing horseshoes. He spent a lot of his years gardening and took a lot of pride in showing off his results. Jim was a member of the RCL Branch #17, Courtenay. He was also an avid golfer and long-time member of Sunnydale Golf Club. His golfing friends have a story or two about â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sandyâ&#x20AC;? Evans. Jim loved Vancouver Island and lived in Courtenay at the time of his death. Predeceased by his brother Bert (1961), wife Katherine (1985), second wife Clara (Maudie) (2006), grandson Ron Waterfield (2008) and son-in-law Gary Waterfield (2013) Jim leaves to mourn: son; James Benjamen (Arlene), Bowser daughters; Janet Waterfield, Cumberland, Rosemarie Jewell, Cumberland, Glenys Thebeau, Calgary Alta., Patricia Akerlund (Al), Gold River, 11 Grandchildren, 10 Great Grandchildren, and 2 Great-Great Grandchildren, sister Glenys Young (Douglas), Beaverlodge, Alta, and a brother Eric, Salmon Arm, B.C., as well as several nieces and nephews. Many thanks to home care support, and the nurses, doctors and support staff at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital, for their care, during Dadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s final year. A gathering in celebration of Jimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life will be held at a later date. Flowers gratefully declined, in Jimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory, please consider a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society or charity of your choice.

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Brian Samuel November 19, 1950 ~ March 27, 2014 Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother and Best Friend; Sadly missed and lovingly remembered. Born November 19, 1950 in Comox, BC, Brian passed away peacefully after a short battle with pneumonia, surrounded by his family at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. Predeceased by his mother, Josephine Kleven (Vandale); father, Samuel Gonyer; brother, Glen Gonyer; and good friend, Larry Knudson. He is survived by his wife, Terry Gonyer; children, Theresa (Paul) Furlonge, Phil (Suzie) Gonyer; step-daughter, Alicia Atwood; grandchildren: Grace, Max, Izabella, Eli, Austin, Nikalous, and Brendan; step-father, Ronald Kleven; brothers: Wayne (Pat), Gary, Kevin, Ricky; and good friend, Scrubby (Cathy) Rossiter. Brian also leaves behind in-laws: Elsie Kells (Ken), Rose (Dick) Gillies, Billie (Kerry) Kneen, Georgina Murray (Melvin) and Art Still (Giz) as well as countless nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Brianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bright smile, gentle, loving manner and warmth will forever be felt even though he is no longer with us. He has left us with a light that will be lit forever in our souls. Husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend, we will love you forever. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Those we love donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t go away, They walk beside us everyday, Unseen, unheard but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Unknown

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Elaine Marie Fatt December 10, 1937 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; March 13, 2014 It is with great sadness that the family announces the sudden passing of Elaine Fatt (nee Gardiner). She will be reunited with her husband of 51 years, Sam Fatt. Lovingly remembered by her son, Glen (Karen), daughter, Judy (Peter), daughter-inlaw, Laurie (Wendal), six grandchildren Amanda (Jon), Nichole (Brian), Corey (Cindy), Christopher, Daniel and Timothy, three greatgrandchildren and her companion Misty. She will be fondly remembered as a loving, intelligent, feisty, talented and very giving person who has touched so many hearts and minds on her journey through life. She was a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and will be missed dearly. No service by request. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation.

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CARRIERS NEEDED IMMEDIATELY

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CARPENTRY

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250-650-1333 SKILLED carpenter. Licensed & certified. Free estimates, Call Doug www.suncrestholdings.ca

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WANTED: FORESTRY Technician for sawmill complex in Alberta. Experienced in planning and harvesting operations. Full time permanent. E-mail resume: njb_ins@telusplanet.net.

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Hours: MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8:30AM-5:00PM 765 MCPHEE AVE. COURTENAY

JANITORIAL CV DENTAL office requires mature individual to perform sterilizing and janitorial duties four days per week, 3 hours per day starting at 3:30 pm. Reply to Box # 4559

MEDICAL/DENTAL BUSY MEDICAL CLINIC Looking for

MOA or LPN or RN

to work 1 day/ week, as well as sick & holiday relief. Must be flexible and have medical office experience. Please reply to email: jackresumes@gmail.com

TRADES, TECHNICAL JOURNEYMAN HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC is required for coastal logging operations near Woss, BC. Year round employment with full benefits. Further details can be found at www.hdlogging.com Please fax resume to 250-287-9259.

LONG BEACH - Ucluelet Deluxe waterfront cabin, sleeps 6, BBQ. Spring Special. 2 nights $239 or 3 nights $299 Pets Okay. Rick 604-306-0891

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PCL ENERGY. Now hiring Journeyperson Pipefitters ($40+/hr) and Scaffolders ($38+/hr) for an industrial project in Vanscoy, SK. LOA of $145/day worked and bonuses! We offer competitive wages and benefits. Send resume to: pclenergyjobs@pcl.com.

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Interested in Self Employment? If you have been unsuccessful in finding work, have a business idea and meet program eligibility, self employment services may be available. 250-334-3119

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

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MANAGER FINANCE AND TRANSITION SERVICES Island Health and St Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s General Hospital are recruiting for the Manager position of Finance and Transition Services. This position is established by the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) for multiple roles. This position functions as a management position in a multi-agency and multi-site environment, responsible for financial accounting, operating budget preparation and performance monitoring, management information; financial software systems implementation and upgrades, external and internal reporting, and internal and external audit. Initially, this position will function primarily as financial manager for St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s General Hospital, Comox (SJGH) in its current role, as a secondment arrangement with Island Health. This role will lead the financial processes for transition of health services and other functions to the new North Island (NI) Hospitals, located in the following British Columbian cities: Campbell River and Courtenay, and those remaining at the SJGH site in Comox. The successful candidate will hold a recognized accounting designation (CA, CGA or CMA) and demonstrate excellence in leadership, interpersonal and communication skills and a commitment to client focused services and teamwork with proven financial leadership in a large, complex, geographically dispersed organization. For more information regarding position please visit our websites at www.sjghcomox.ca or www.viha.ca The closing date for this position will be April 14, 2014. Please forward a resume to: Human Resource Services St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s General Hospital 2137 Comox Avenue, Comox, B.C. V9M 1P2 Phone: (250) 339-1447 Fax: (250) 339-1515 email:jobs@sjghcomox.ca

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

HOMES FOR RENT

LARGE BASEBALL hat collection for sale - best offer. Briggs & Stratton Log splitter, 38 ton capacity $1500 O.B.O. Please call 250-338-1242 RESTLESS LEG Syndrome and leg cramps? Fast relief in one hour. Sleep at night. Proven for over 32 years. www.allcalm.com Mon-Fri 8-4 EST 1-800-765-8660. SAWMILLS FROM only $4,897. Make money and save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

HANDYPERSONS 250-898-8887. HOME Repair, Renovation & Maintenance Service. Interior or Exterior. Call Les for Free Estimate. HANDYMAN- SENIOR, Retired. No job too small. Call Dennis (250)899-2942.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE ANTIQUES/VINTAGE MILITARIA, Medals, Badges & Coin Collections Wanted. Major collector/dealer will pay cash for your collection. Call CEF 604-727-0137

FRIENDLY FRANK MENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LH golf clubs, 3 pings, 2 bags, Bag Boy golf cart, $99. Call (250)339-3314.

FUEL/FIREWOOD SEASONED FIREWOOD full dry 4X4X8 legally obtained cords. Fir or mixed 250-7023959 or 250-898-8896.

OPEN HOUSE every Sunday 1pm-5pm Courtenay-#26-20 Anderton Ave. Patio Home, Adult Complex, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 1274 sq ft - $249,900. FMI & Pics see KIJIJI or call 250-703-0097

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STEEL BUILDINGS, metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206; www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED

ROYSTON - 4347 Briardale Rd. 1816 sqft (main floor: 1066 spft). 3 bdrm/1 bath up, 1 bdrm/1 bath down. Ph: 250871-5222 Earl or Jeanette

HOUSES FOR SALE

FIREARMS. ALL types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1-866-9600045. www.dollars4guns.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. View anytime. $339,900 Reduced to $329,000. (250)7539123

FURNITURE

REDUCED! 2896 Apple Dr. Located in the heart of Willow Point. This 1478 sqft rancher offers 4bdrms, 2bths, newer kitchen, roof & flooring. Private fenced yard, RV parking. $249,900. Call Kim at 250923-6503. mls#370079. http://sites.google.com/site/ 2896appledrive

RENTALS KING BED 100% natural latex foam 3 1/2 yrs old. Smoke free home, no stains, very clean. Also have the bed frame $550.00, call 250-898-0403 ROXTON MAPLE dinning room set; round table with 2 leaves, 4 chairs with glass door hutch on buffet. Excellent condition. Asking $900. Call (250)722-3204. WILLIS & COMPANY piano, beautiful condition, $1000. Lazy-boy chair, good condition. $300. Glass-top coffee table $150. No reasonable offer refused. (250)338-1970 after 6pm

HOBBIES & CRAFTS

FIRST OFFER over $300,000 buys this 4bd, 2bth oceanview duplex in Painter-Barclay area of Campbell River. Renting for $1800/mnth. 250-850-0998

FOR SALE BY OWNER

APARTMENT/CONDO $600 STUDIO. Avail. close to college. Bright spacious, freshly painted, pets on approval. FMI please call 250-702-5339 COURTENAY- 2 bdrm, 5 appls, secure, priv central location,patio, storage, NP/NS. $760. Apr 1. (250)334-8876.

1478 SQ.FT. RANCHER 6 years young. 3-bdrm, 2.5 bath. Double + attached garage, heat pump, 14x40 deck. Bowser/ Deep Bay area. $365,000. Call 250-757-8757.

HOMES FOR RENT

ELECTRIC HANDICAP lift chair with massage feature, light beige, like new hardly used. Asking $1300. Call (250)339-3766.

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17â&#x20AC;&#x2122; COSCO Aluminum multi purpose ladder - $75. Minikota Electric outboard motor, 28lL thrust, 5 speed - $100. SnowBear 4x8/12â&#x20AC;? wheels Utility trailer, side & top covered $900. Phone 250-339-5530

AUCTIONS

1970 Fitzgerald Ave, Courtenay

1015 Cumberland Rd., Courtenay

2 AND 3 BEDROOM available. Quiet complex with on-site management. Reasonable rates. Some completely renovated units with new appliances. Sorry no pets.

TWO BEDROOM SUITE available in well-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.

Security deposit and 2 rental reference required. 250-334-3078

250-334-9717

WILLOW ARMS APARTMENTS

200 Back Road, Courtenay

1252-9th St., Courtenay

1 and 2 Bedroom suites available. One of the best values in Courtenay. Unique ďŹ&#x201A;oor plans. California kitchens. These bright, modern suites are available in quiet, secure building.

Spacious 2 & 3 bedroom suite in a quiet family oriented building with secure entry and manager on site. Walking distance to schools, bus stops, and downtown. Reasonable rent includes heat, hot water, stove, fridge, carpet and drapes. No pets, two rental references and security deposit required. For viewing please call Donna

Call Sharon 250-338-7449

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CONDOS VANRIDGE MANOR

BEECHER MANOR

123 Back Road, Courtenay

1045 Cumberland Road

Features 5 appliances, wall-to-wall carpet, blinds, gas ďŹ replaces - 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.

BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS 1 & 2 bedroom condos available close to downtown. 2 bedroom unit features 1.5 baths. This quiet, well maintained building suits mature adults. Bus stop is conveniently located out front. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit.

Call 250-703-2570

Call 250-334-9717 to view

RUTHERFORD MANOR

RYAN COURT

1075 Edgett Road, Courtenay

1450 Tunner Drive, Courtenay

1 & 2 bdrm suites 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.

Clean and modern 1 bedroom available now. Cat okay with pet deposit. Lease required.

Call 250-338-7449

1520/1540 Piercy Ave, Courtenay Available immediately 1 bedrooms available in clean, quiet building with on-site manager, close to town, schools, and bus. Stove, fridge, blinds and carpet. In-suite storage with washer and dryer. Small pets welcome. Rental references and security deposit requir ed. To View, Call 250-871-3431 250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca

CENTRAL CTNY 3 bdrm & den, 2 bath, 4 appls, fam rm, 2 gas F/Pâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, carport, partially fenced, N/S, pet neg. w/ref. Avail. Immed. - $1,200/mth

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HITACHI 2-TON electric hoist $1500.obo. Inglis programmable stove $350.obo. Frigidaire 16.5 cu.ft. fridge w/freezer $200.obo Kenwood over/under w/d $250.obo. All white. Wood stove + two pipes $450. 250-890-1071

PRIDE MOBILITY electric scooter. Large, with canopy and baskets. Used very little, $2000. Call (250)331-0976, Courtenay.

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BRIGHT COZY 2bed 2bath home on sunny 2+acres $284,000. England Rd. Courtenay. See more craigslist or contact shrugun@yahoo.com for details. Country living w/city convenience

HOSPITAL BED w/linens, $750. 2 chrome cloths rack, spiral, $40, 4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, $30. Print, black grey and purple Irises, 40x28. $40. (250)751-2142.

PARK PLACE

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GLASS FUSING Kiln, Evenheat model, 120 volt, manual control, 14.5â&#x20AC;? x 6.5â&#x20AC;?. $450, please call for more information, 250-890-9233.

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MOBILE HOMES & PADS

TOWNHOUSES

COMOXRENOVATED 2 bdrm mobile, W/D. NS/NP. $750. 55+. 250-339-1772.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

910 Fitzgerald Avenue Corner Fitzgerald & Eighth

CONDOS / SUITES / APARTMENTS CHERRYWOOD MANOR Spacious 1 bdrm apts in secured entrance bldg include master bdrms w/walk-in closets, 2 appl, & large patio areas; on site laundry; rents starting from $625 with FREE HEAT & HOT WATER; N/S; N/P; available now ULVERSTON MANOR Established, secured entrance bldg in Cumberland located near Hospital & downtown core features 2 bdrms w/ 2 appl & on site laundry; $675/month; available now

TOWNHOUSES / DUPLEXES

PINE PLACE Fresh & bright 2 bdrm, 1 bath townhome offers great living space & excellent proximity to College, recreation & shopping; inc. 4 appl & storage; small pet may be considered w/deposit; $775/month; available now

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.

1993 CLASS A WINNEBAGO 23’ Excellent condition. Must be sold. Call 250-752-6484.

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

SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca

BRAIDWOOD MANOR ground flr 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 3 appls, patio, res. pkg., N/S, cat ok. Avail. Immed. $725/mth BRAND NEW 1 & 2 bdrm suites above commercial, 1 bath, F/S/W/D/micro, res. pkg., N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. - $700 & $850/mth PARKSIDE 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, undergrd pkg, balcony overlooking the river, hardwood floors, N/S, No pets, Avail Immed. $1,200/mth WALK TO COLLEGE 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, patio, res. pkg. N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. - $850/mth ROSEWOOD TOWNHOUSES 2 bdrm, 1 bath townhouse, F & S, coin laundry, basic cable incl., N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. & Apr. 1 - $725/mth. Call Res. Mgr. 250-334-8602. CAMELOT COURT 2 bdrm, 1 bath townhouse, 5 appls, gas F/P, res. pkg, storage, N/S, no pets. w/ref. Avail. Mar.17. - $800/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR ground level 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, patio, res. pkg., N/S, No pets. Avail. Apr. 1 - $700/mth MAPLEWOOD MANOR 1 bdrm, bath, F & S, coin laundry, balcony, new flooring & paint. Avail. Apr. 1 $650/mth CENTRAL CTNY 3 bdrm & den, 2 bath, 4 appls, fam rm, 2 gas F/P’s, carport, partially fenced, N/S, pet neg. w/ref. Avail. Apr. 1 - $1,200/mth PARK PLACE MANOR 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, gas F/P (gas incl), patio, N/S, No pets. Avail. May 1 $775/mth SUNRIDGE MANOR 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, elect. F/P, 2 patios, N/S, small pet neg. w/ref. Avail. May 1 $1,100/mth

RESTAURANT FOR LEASE 492 Fitzgerald Ave. For more info - contact Michael at 250-792-1158

RECREATION

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

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

STORAGE STOWAWAY STORAGE 5’x7’ Locker, $60/mo 2nd month free. 250-334-2626 Mon- Fri.

TOWNHOUSES

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. ALSO ONE BEDROOM & DEN. 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. Also One Bedroom. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

BRANDYWINE 675 Cumberland Rd. LUXURY TWO BEDROOM CONDO. Very spacious corner suite. Unique floor plan. Nicely appointed with in suite washer/dryer, full sized appliances. Very well maintained, mature adult building. Security entry. One of Courtenay’s finest. Three blocks from downtown. No pets. Call David @ 250-338-0267 or John @ 250-703-2264.

HYCROFT 1835 Cliffe Ave. LARGE ONE BEDROOM bright and spacious. Recent renovation. Very attractive. Quiet, mature adult building. Central Courtenay. Security entry. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

BERKSHIRE MANOR 825 Harmston Ave. CORNER TWO BEDROOM spacious and recently renovated. Unique floor plan. Full sized appliances. Private deck. In suite storage. Security entry. Quiet, well maintained mature adult building. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

FAIRMONT 432-11th Street A VERY SPECIAL TWO BEDROOM in mature adult building three blocks from downtown. Fresh, recent renovation. All new appliances. Unique, bright corner layout. Security entry. Large private deck. This is a very attractive and unique suite. Call David @ 250338-0267 or John @ 250-703-2264.

1986 BRONCO II XLT 2 dr, runs well, body good, 272km, sunroof, cruise, 4 wheel dr, sets 4 w/s rims, metal and wood roof racks. $1950. 250338-7190

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YOUR SUBMISSION COULD BE CHOSEN! 1997 MAZDA, 7 passenger 4wd automatic. 298,000 km. 4 snow tires on rims, well maintained, runs well, back up camera. Good work horse. Asking $1900. Phone 250-752-2249

TRUCKS & VANS 2003 GMC Sierra 4x4 Pick-up - blue. Good mechanical cond. 240,000 KM. $3500.00 Firm. Please call 250-338-1242.

2008 TOYOTA TACOMA. Like new. 4x2 Access Cab. 4sp. auto. Short bed, impulse red/diamond coat, lined canopy, air cond. Garage kept. 27,800k’s. 1 owner/non smoker. $19,500 obo. Campbell River. 250-286-4609

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TRANSPORTATION

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BRAIDWOOD MANOR ground flr 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 3 appls, patio, res. pkg., N/S, cat ok. Avail. Immed. $725/mth BRAND NEW 1 & 2 bdrm suites above commercial, 1 bath, F/S/W/D/micro, res. pkg., N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. - $675 & $825/mth PARKSIDE 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, undergrd pkg, balcony overlooking the river, hardwood floors, N/S, No pets, Avail Immed. $1,200/mth ROSEWOOD TOWNHOUSES 2 bdrm, 1 bath townhouse, F & S, coin laundry, basic cable incl., N/S, Cat ok. Avail. Immed. & May. 1 $725/mth. $250 move-in incentive. Call Res. Mgr. 250334-8602. BRAIDWOOD MANOR ground level 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, patio, res. pkg., N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed - $700/mth MAPLEWOOD MANOR 1 bdrm, bath, F & S, coin laundry, balcony, new flooring & paint. Avail. Immed $650/mth PARK PLACE MANOR 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, gas F/P (gas incl), patio, N/S, No pets. Avail. May 1 $775/mth SUNRIDGE MANOR 2 bdrm & den, 2 bath, 5 appls, elect. F/P, 2 patios, N/S, small pet neg. w/ref. Avail. May 1 $1,100/mth

SPORTS & IMPORTS 2008 VOLKSWAGON Passat Loaded, 78,000 km - $14,700 Please phone after 6:00 pm 250-335-0663

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COMOX VALLEY’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER Publisher: Zena Williams : publisher@comoxvalleyrecord.com Editor: Mark Allan : editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com Business Development: Joanna Ross : sales@comoxvalleyrecord.com Ph: 250-338-5811 / Fax: 250-338-5568 / Classified: 1-855-310-3535 A division of Black Press Ltd. 765 McPhee Avenue, Courtenay, B.C. V9N 2Z7 www.comoxvalleyrecord.com editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com The Comox Valley Record is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org

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B.C.’s auditor general Russ Jones released his report on how prepared — or unprepared — the province is in the event of a catastrophic earthquake. Not surprisingly, and echoing a 1997 report from the same office, Jones finds neither the province or Emergency Management B.C. is adequately ready for such a disaster. The province and agencies may not be prepared and must take immediate steps to correct this situation, but so do we as individuals and private companies. All of us must recognize that a disaster, and not just an earthquake, could affect us at any time. A major snowstorm or windstorm, such as we’ve seen in recent years, could shut down the region for days. A hazardous waste spill is always a concern and the recent landslide in Washington state is simply one more example of an emergency that could befall us. Common sense and local emergency preparedness programs tells us we need to be ready for seven days without support during an emergency. This means having adequate food, water and shelter as a bare minimum for a week. We need to ask ourselves what else we need for survival. Do we have cash on hand if banking services are disrupted? Do we have extra, charged batteries for cellphones and other mobile devices that we depend on so much these days? We must also ensure that our supplies are easily accessible during any emergency scenario. This could include being somewhere other than at home during such a situation. Do you have an emergency kit in your car or at your office? If you are a business owner, what do you have in place to support your staff if they are unable to leave the premises for several days? While it is our responsibility as individuals, families and businesses to ensure that we are adequately prepared for a difficult and unexpected situation, it is also mandatory that the provincial government and the appropriate departments be prepared as well. All of our lives could depend on it. — Victoria News Record Question of the Week This week: One hundred per cent of respondents so far believe that spending irregularities by Jenny Kwan and Linda Reid are evidence of a wider problem. Are these examples exceptions or the norm for our elected officials? Visit www.comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote in the Poll. OK, Comox Valley singersongwriter Helen Austin will have to build a trophy room now that she has a Juno Award to add to her accomplishments.

Opening provincial parks to commercial or industrial “research” is a betrayal of the B.C. government’s responsibility as a steward of parks.

CAPP’s Magical Mystery Tour Dear editor, Prime Minister Harper will likely make his decision on the Enbridge Pipeline in June. To prepare for the big day, the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP) is spending big bucks visiting communities through B.C. to generate support. We’ve had two visits here in the Comox Valley. I attended one of them in Comox along with eight others, including one of our elected officials. My purpose for attending was to do my due diligence as a taxpayer. Every savvy investor knows that before buying into a project he or she should investigate the project thoroughly. This is called “doing your due diligence.” It compares the costs with the benefits and is particularly concerned with the money. As Deep Throat said to Robert Redford (playing a reporter investigating the Watergate break-in in the movie All The President’s Men), “Follow the money.” The meeting with CAPP was

all about money — particularly money in the form of jobs for the Comox Valley. I was trying to follow the money, but it was impossible. When CAPP said, “jobs,” the magic happened. Most of the participants started talking about how they could use the money in the form of taxes — for schools, health-care services, and municipal services. But there was nothing about the specific number of jobs, the kinds of jobs and salary levels, the length of jobs, the credentials needed to get the jobs, the use of temporary foreign workers, the actual spinoff effects for local businesses, and so forth. CAPP just said “Jobs.” Then they sat back and let the participants do their work for them convincing one another that this was a “good deal.” In terms of money, there was no weighing of the net benefits and costs to the Comox Valley compared to what CAPP, Enbridge and their multinational investors would get in terms of profits. There was no discussion about

what Comox Valley residents would get for their portion of the whopping 1.4 billion taxpayer dollars the feds were giving to the fossil fuel industry annually in terms tax cuts and subsidies. Nor was there a discussion about the millions of more taxpayer dollars Mr. Harper and his cabinet were spending as they traipsed around the world promoting the Enbridge Pipeline. Finally, the CAPP representatives didn’t let the conversation be soiled by discussions about taxpayer costs for spills, public health consequences, increased pollution climate change and its effect upon our economy. As I left the meeting, I was sad. I couldn’t help thinking of that 1.4 billions of taxpayer dollars Mr. Harper and company are sending to the fossil fuel industry each year. It is coming back at us to pay for CAPP’s Magical Mystery Tour. They want us to dream in Technicolor and buy a pig in a Mike Bell, poke. Comox

Dear editor, I see we hear from Summer Joy again (Record, March 25) — this time supporting junk science. The theory that genetically modified food is harmful was put out in a study by French scientist Giles Eric Seralini in the Food and Chemical Toxicology Journal. At the same time he also published a book on the same subject. The Seralini papers caused an immediate backlash, legions of scientists denounced the studies as critically flawed and some even accused Seralini of fraud. The Seralini paper was withdrawn from the Food and Chemical Toxicology Journal in 2013.

Researchers from the World Health Organization, the National Academy of Sciences and the Royal Society of Medicine have all found no ill effects from the use of GMO foods. In 2012, the American Medical Association determined that bioengineered food had been consumed for 20 years and in that time no overt consequences to human health have been reported. The false GMO campaign has had real-world ramifications. In the Philippines, (for example), a potentially life-saving strain of golden rice has been trapped in regulatory limbo for years. The rice, engineered to produce beta carotene, would fight vitamin deficiencies.

During the 12-year delay, an estimate of three million children have died from Vitamin A deficiencies and many more have gone blind, this according to the World Health Organization statistics. It is more than likely that we are all safely consuming GMO foods. In the United States, 88 per cent of corn and 94% of soy are grown genetically modified and much of the food we buy uses these products. Anyone wishing to read more about this subject and junk science should read the April 2014 copy of Popular Mechanics magazine under the heading Junk SciJohn Butler, ence. Comox Valley

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Absurd that we can’t grow medical marijuana Dear editor, Seriously, Mayor Jangula? Grow-ops have been “nothing but an unmitigated disaster” due to smell? I have a problem with the smell of mown grass every weekend, not to mention the infernal noise, should we ban lawns? How about the smell, noise, and pollution from the vehicles that clog our streets, perhaps we

should ban those as well. Skunk cabbage is coming up all over the Valley and it smells “skunky.” Let’s eradicate it. You may have been a cop once, but you are now the mayor, so instead of making unfounded accusations about medicinal gardens, you should talk to some growers, most of whom grow 10 to 25 plants not the 200 you used to inflate the figures.

You might want to talk to some people who use cannabis medicinally to better understand how vital it is for their health and well-being. If it wasn’t for prohibition, there wouldn’t be a problem, cannabis would be grown outside, on farms, in greenhouses, and in our backyards. I await that day with great anticipation. How absurd that we

can’t legally grow these plants without a dispensation from a remote and cruel government back east. There’s much more to learn about this ancient plant that co-evolved with humans, so much so that plant cannabinoids (THC, CBD, CBG, CBC etc.) mimic our endogenous cannabinoids (look it up) and attach to the same receptors found throughout our

bodies, which is why cannabis works for so many different ailments. The North Island Compassion Club has been providing cannabis marijuana to sick people in the Valley for over 12 years. They come to us because they can’t get doctors to help them get legal marijuana through the Health Canada system. Many of our members are able to wean them-

selves off debilitating pharmaceutical drugs with the help of cannabis (that’s one of the main reasons cannabis is illegal, huge loss of market share). There’s a lot of useful information on the ‘Net and if you want to talk seriously about helping people in this community who need this medicine, let’s have a coffee. Ernie Yacub, Courtenay

‘Every-man-for-himself philosophy’ is dangerous

Dear editor, Huge thanks must be given to Gary Hein for his recent letter concerning our alleged culture of entitlement. It is refreshing to see the neo-conservative world view expressed so openly and frankly. The

resentment he feels at having to pay taxes for things he personally will never use is a core grievance of the libertarian right. It is a grievance which, on the surface, resonates with most of us in a “common sense” kind of way. The

problem is the ridiculous simplicity and even naivety of this point of view. Both our society and our economy are incredibly complex systems in which most things have an inexorable (if not always obvious) interconnect-

edness. Within these systems the notion of the rugged individual existing as an utterly independent, self-made island is as absurd as the notion of a hermit running a trap-line from his hand-hewn log hut in downtown

Apology for earlier insinuation Dear editor, I wish to apologize to Mr. George Finlay for insinuating in a letter to the editor, published in the Record of Jan. 23, that he was a member of the Common Sense group. Park Drive 115 Thorncliffe Toronto Ontario I do not know Mr. Finlay perM4H 1M1 sonally nor do I know who the Tel 416•696•2853 members of the Common Sense group are. Mr. Finlay has stated my “allegations have adversely affected his reputation and lowered the esteem in which

he is held in the community” by associating his name with this “shadowy group which has been seriously tarnished in the Comox Valley because of its lack of accountability and Docket: 23302 refusal to identify its memberClient: 247 - JWT ship or leadership.” Participation Job Name: I sincerely apologize for Ads Laraassociation. Vanderheide Productionthat Contact: drawing faulty The pairing of Mr. Finlay’s name with the Common Sense group, whichB:5.8125” “has been substantially discredited in the T:5.8125” local media,” was neither accuS:5.8125”

rate nor fair. However, I stand by the other contents of my letter. The singling out of Couns. Ronna-Rae Leonard and Doug Hillian — two people who have worked to resolve the housing crisis for all homeless citizens of the Comox Valley, not just those at Maple Pool — was unfair and unproductive toward finding a solution to a very real problem. Brian Charlton, Courtenay

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