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Kaatza Station Museum curator/manager Barb Simkins shows off one of the displays to be presented to the community at this year’s Heritage Days, May 16 to 18.

Museum to mark Lake Cowichan’s 70th anniversary Kaatza Station Museum to set up displays at Heritage Days outlining history and early days of Lake Cowichan Ross Armour

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Lake Cowichan is celebrating 70 years of becoming a municipality this year and the Kaatza Station Museum is going all out to mark the historic time frame. This year’s Heritage Days, May 16, 17 and 18, will see the museum set up a variety of displays illustrating and outlining what Lake Cowichan was like in 1944. It was in August of that year that the district first turned into a village, becoming a town

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only recently in 1996. “The main display that we are doing this year that’s new is the 1944 display,” said museum curator/manager Barb Simkins. “It’s been 70 years since the town was incorporated as a village. We’re very excited to do a display on 1944 and strictly on Lake Cowichan. “It’s been really interesting. We have a class picture from 1944 to go in the display as well as different community pictures with all the pictures going on the wall of the display case.”

Further to that, there will also be display cases specific to Honeymoon Bay and Mesachie Lake. “There will be one display case strictly on how Lake Cowichan became a village and the process it had to go through, although there’s not many photos available on that. Nowadays you would have politicians shaking hands and cutting the ribbon,” said Simkins. “I’ve also found different local articles on 1944 like what movies were playing and the war was obviously going on so that played a part.

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“There was different community organizations in 1944 that were geared towards the war effort like knitting socks and that sort of thing. A lot was going on in the lumber industry as well. There was also the bomber plane crash that killed six airmen which happened nearby. It had a major impact on the community at that time.”

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Community theatre is something that people get involved in because they love it. It is evident that the dedicated volunteers who make up the Kaatza Lakeside Players Society overflow with the love of their craft. In this production, just like one well-known lion, they also show that they have an abundance of courage. How else could a small-town troupe, on a limited budget, running strictly on volunteer labour and

talent create such an amazing production of Frank L. Baum’s immortal classic; The Wizard of Oz. The sell-out crowd that filled Centennial Hall Friday night willingly left their daily worries behind and joyfully journeyed down the yellow brick road with Dorothy and her little band of misfit friends. 17 year old Lynnea Bruce shone as Dorothy Gale, the little girl whose journey over the rainbow took her home again with a new appreciation of life and family. Her strong voice,

expressive acting skills and stellar stage presence are clear indicators that we’ll be seeing lots more of this bright star in the future. Brandon DePol and Dale Winters (the Tinman and Cowardly Lion respectively) were warm and endearing and managed the many songs and dance moves handily. Lake Cowichan’s native son, Colin Wylie was impressive as the Scarecrow and is an absolute natural onstage with his strong presence and vocals. Annette Jamieson in a dual role as Auntie Em and Glinda, (…and Toto too!) the Good Witch of the North surprised many with her voice and talents. Graham Fielding, as Professor Marvel (aka: the Wizard) was suitably dottery and fearsome as required. Andrew Paterson showed again in this his fourth stage appearance with Kaatza that he can master any role with ease. Daughter, McKenzie Paterson was a delight as the Emerald Palace Guard and in future will hopefully spend more time onstage with Kaatza. …and the Witch! Lillian Laird in her first foray in front of the footlights was wonderfully terrifying in a dual role as the Gale’s fearsome neighbour and Dorothy’s evil nemesis, the Wicked Witch of

the West. (…and yes, as with the appearance of every great villain, small children in the audience were made to cry!) Her sinister, yet witty barbs were acid dipped as should be the case with all great dastardly characters. But it is not only the stars that make or break a show; their talents need a backdrop of clever and talented secondary players, strong direction, wonderful costumes, imaginative sets, great sound and awesome lighting and special effects. Oz had all of this in spades, thanks to the countless crew who behind the scenes make the magic onstage appear seamless and effortless. The chorus players, especially the kids were amazing and took their turns as flowers, Munchkins, Winkies, flying monkeys, talking trees and flowers like seasoned professionals. Co-directors, Dena McPhee and Lindsay Anderson spent nearly six months working tirelessly to bind this talented group of dedicated players and crew into a well-oiled creative machine. This may be Kaatza’s most successful offering to date, with full houses at almost every performance. Kaatza knocked it out of the park with this one and if you missed it, shame on you.

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Council split when passing 2014 financial plan as Hornbrook votes against Hornbrook unhappy with predicted increase of parcel tax

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The Town of Lake Cowichan has voted to pass its latest financial plan for the next five years but only after some split views at the council table last Tuesday. At a special meeting held at the town hall, Coun. Frank Hornbrook voted against passing the financial plan, with Mayor Ross Forrest, Coun. Bob Day and Coun. Jayne Ingram voting to do so. Coun. Tim McGonigle was absent from the meeting. “Before the tax rates can be established, we must adopt the financial plan,” said chief administrative officer Joe Fernandez to kick off the meeting. Forrest confirmed that nothing had changed since second and third reading of the plan, but Hornbrook still wasn’t convinced by some aspects of it. “I’ll be voting against the

financial plan because the parcel tax is going up in 2016, 2017 and 2018,” said Hornbrook at the meeting. “I also do not feel council had enough involvement with the purchase of the new pick-up truck for the fire department. It was brought to council and then we were asked for a quick vote before the price went up.” Ingram asked the table what the parcel tax increase was for with finance director Ronnie Gill confirming it was “to cover the debt.” “The parcel tax will go from $100 to $175, but that can be changed. 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018 are just estimates. For 16, 17 and 18 that doesn’t change in the sewer, it’s just the water services,” said Gill at the meeting. “It’s just because we have to have a five-year financial plan in place,” said Forrest stating that those numbers could come down when the time comes around. The town had to take a

significant amount of money out of its savings this year in order to balance the budget, with major capital projects such as the new Renfrew Town Square being costly. “I understand Councillor Hornbrook’s concerns,” said Day. “But it would be irresponsible of us to undertake a project and not have a method to re-pay it. We have to have a plan to pay that off.” Forrest believes there “could be a big bill coming down the pipeline for water.” “We have to have money set aside and we don’t vote on next year’s budget today. The parcel tax will reduce what we have to borrow,” said tha mayor. Ingram has her fears about the parcel tax increase. “I know that $175 and then another $100 for sewer is going to be a burden for some people. It’s hard for the seniors,” she said. A copy of the financial plan can be found on the town’s website.

Town votes to buy pick-up trucks for public works use

Two new 2014 GM pick-up trucks to be bought from Peter Baljet dealership in Duncan for use in public works department a special council meeting last Tuesday. “We’ve already budgeted for it and this money will come out of the The Town of Lake reserve funds.” Cowichan has voted to buy Baljet’s price was $40,308 two new pick-up trucks to before taxes and the other be used in the public works quote the town received came department. from Flagship Ford at a cost The trucks will be bought from Peter Baljet’s dealership of $43,598 before taxes and a nine to 12 week delivery out of Duncan at a cost of time. $45,140.30 with taxes. Coun. Jayne Ingram asked The town did seek quotes the council table if the new from other dealerships, with trucks were “green” vehicles and if they had “eco-boost” engines. “They do have 2014 engines on them and I believe they are (eco-boost),” said superintendent Nagi Rizk. “Eco-boost is actually Ford but I believe these GM ones are just called something different.” On the same night, council voted to spend another $134,793.68 on 1500 carts Mayor Ross Forrest and 1550 kitchen catchers and spare parts for organic curb side collection, which again had been budgeted for. “We did budget for the Baljet’s coming back as the toters so that we could cheapest and guaranteeing proceed with organic pick “immediate delivery.” up next year,” said chief “There is a value to it (the administrator Joe Fernandez. purchase of the trucks),” It was confirmed that the said Mayor Ross Forrest at

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The Cowichan Lake Library hosted a writing workshop on Saturday, May 10 with participants having the rare opportunity to learn from award winning Canadian author Richard Scarsbrook. Mr. Scarsbrook writes teen and adult fiction as well as poetry and teaches creative writing at George Brown College and Humber School for Writers. The free workshop was open to youth and adult writers and aspiring writers. For more upcoming events at the Cowichan Lake Library pick up a calendar of events at the library or check out their website at www.virl.bc.ca

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Child advocate says protection system is failing VICTORIA – B.C. government officials say the latest problems in their new computer BC Bureau system for child By Tom Fletcher protection files are being fixed after a week of disruptions, but the province’s independent child advocate says she’s heard that before. Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond told a committee of MLAs Wednesday that the Integrated Case Management (ICM) computer system hasn’t worked consistently since it was put in place two years ago. The system records information for social workers on threats to children, court protection orders and general information on social assistance and children in government care. The latest failure may have left safety warnings unrecorded, and social workers could be entering a home without knowing if there are weapons or other threats, Turpel-Lafond said. She called for an independent review of the $180 million computer system to see if it is adequate. “They launched this, and it didn’t work,” Turpel-Lafond said. “It couldn’t print a report for court for six months. Furthermore, it has been launched in other jurisdictions and failed. The same product was used in Australia and didn’t work.” Citizens’ Services Minister Andrew Wilkinson assured reporters Wednesday that the ICM system had been restored to full operation. That changed by the afternoon question

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May long weekend begins community events season with Heritage Days on the horizon at the Lake Come the May long weekend every year, that feeling of summer community events is instigated yet again. Summertime events around the Cowichan Lake area as always will be kicked off by the ever popular Heritage Days which an incredible amount of time and planning has gone into once again. The Kaatza Station Museum will attempt to get everyone into celebratory mood as it displays and presents history of the town’s past. That is all to do with the fact that this year, 2014, is the 70th anniversary of the Town of Lake Cowichan. It was 1944 that the town first began to govern

itself with a set of historic commissioners at the helm. Further to those displays, the Lady of the Lake candidates will also be speaking, Communities in Bloom will be selling hanging baskets and various plants, there will be a logging truck parade, an arts show, and much more. This Heritage Days will also be my first and it is something I am particularly looking forward to. Recently, upon discovery of the town’s 70th anniversary, I have been tasked with researching more of Cowichan Lake’s past and it has been extremeley fascinating. I look forward to learning more come Heritage Days. What a perfect time to get out and enjoy the many activities happening on the weekend and learn a little more about the local history. Ross Armour Lake Cowichan Gazette Reporter

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Deni Whitbeck “Yes. I like the style, and the colours. It’s beautiful inside, well organized, and I can get my walker in there with no problem.”

Melissa Black “Yes, I do. It is quite a nice library, and it depends what they are going to do around it. We definitely needed a new library for some time now.”

Our youth will be the ones most affected by climate change

Agricultural production in California will be reduced due to lack of water, which will increase food prices here. The warming Arctic region has had the effect of slowing down the jet stream and causing it to meander like a river in a low gradient valley. This slowing jet stream stalls weather systems, allowing them to dump rain for I must confess to being a bit of a weather geek. I have always been interested in weather longer periods of time in specific areas, as demonstrated in the Calgary floods last patterns and have actually read several books summer. on weather forecasting and climatology. Superstorm Sandy demonstrated the kind My wife, sensing this, gave me a very cool of things that will happen on the coastlines weather station for my birthday this year. This of the world. For the device automatically reads next 20 to 25 years temperature, humidity, agricultural production rainfall, wind and many will initially be resilient other factors. in areas with ample water I am now streaming resources due to the continuous weather data longer growing seasons to a group of other proud and increased CO2 levels weather geeks called The in the atmosphere. As Weather Underground temperatures increase and from my base station patterns continue to on the Cowichan River ne OwiChan rainfall change, agriculture will be in Lower Sahtlam. challenged in the last part There are four other of this century. “Wunderground” stations in the Cowichan This report underlines the importance of Valley and several thousands across North preparing our community to deal with the America and all around the globe. continuing effects of our changing weather. All this data is available on the Weather Local food security and increasing water Underground site and historical data is always storage in our lake are two of the major available for every station on the grid. I am concerns of our community leaders, First not alone in my interest in the weather and Nations and conservation groups. One climate. In a recent statement, U.S. President Obama showed that his administration shares Cowichan is tackling the bigger picture with its current organizational campaign my interest and concern about our weather highlighting oil pipelines and not only the and changing climate. ecological concerns but also the whole idea of The U.S. government has just released rapid exploitation of fossil fuel resources. the third National Climate Assessment, a We all know that oil is a precious report developed over several years by over commodity, needed for all facets of life as we 200 climate scientists. The report states know it, and it makes sense to use it sparingly that climate change is not some theoretical as we transition to alternative energy systems. concept of what our future has in store but it Our climate and our economy are going to is here now and is affecting our world every change in the near future and it is time to start day. preparing our society for these changes. For the first time, President Obama drew Resilience is the title of local film maker direct links from recent extreme weather Nick Versteeg’s film documenting what our events to climate change. A warming community is doing today to build resilience atmosphere carries much more water and the to climate change into our watershed. principles of thermodynamics dictate that It was very encouraging that Lake more water in the air delivers much more Cowichan School showed it to their students energy to weather events. recently, and I was present to witness the Four of the major conclusions in the report students’ reactions to the film, and answer are that the U.S. Southwest will continue some of their excellent questions. to suffer drought and high temperatures, Our youth will be most affected by climate Alaska will melt, coastlines will be threatened change and it is critical to get them engaged by large storms and rising sea levels and in the solutions. agriculture will be put under stress in many areas.

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Kent Skinner “I do. Just the fact it is a library is the biggest improvement.”

Bill Elliot “I don’t know if it improves it but it is far better than the old one. It is nice inside, and it is more people frendly.”

Herb Menzel “It’s a nice building but it is kind’a out of context with downtown. It looks more modern than Lakeish if you know what I mean.”

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The Cowichan Lake District Chamber of Commerce put on its annual Spring Fling on Saturday May 3, 2014. This year’s theme was a play on the Oscars called the Oswalds with a Red Carpet Gala. The event is used to showcase the Lady of the Lake candidates Chamber news for the first time and a social evening for business. I am very happy to say that a large number of people were in attendance and it appeared that all enjoyed themselves immensely. The Cowichan Lake arena kitchen put out a meal with roast beef and chicken breasts as the entrees. Arlene and her staff constantly turn out an excellent meal with plenty left over for seconds. The Master of Ceremonies for the evening, Wendy Klyne, did a wonderful job keeping the participants entertained. The Lady of the Lake candidates introduced themselves and their sponsors and showed the courage it takes at that age to speak in front of a crowd of adults. Well done ladies. I do not envy the judges this year. This year’s candidates, again, will provide a tough competition. The candidates assisted in setting up the evening before the event and performed odd jobs, such as coat check, ticket check, escorting guests to their tables as well as conducting a 50/50 draw and time capsule draw. Thank you to the Lady of the Lake organization and the candidates for the assistance. The highlight of the evening was the “Oswald Awards” The audience did the voting through the evening for Best dressed Woman, Best dressed Man, Ms. Congeniality, and Mr. Fabulous. The winners were: Best dressed Woman - Katherine Worsley -, Best Dressed Man – Dick Orman, Miss Congeniality – Kimberley Harvey with the award being accepted by Mayor Ross Forrest, and Mr. Fabulous – Steve Nahirnick. The Board of Directors of the Chamber of Commerce had another award that only they voted on. That award was the Directors’ Choice Award. This year’s winner is Carol Blatchford, from Community Services. Unfortunately, Carol was ill but the President of the Board for Community Services, Scott Paro, accepted the award for her. Thank you to the staff at Community Services for providing me with a biography that I could read out to the audience. The success of the evening was due to several things that fell into place. They include the number of guests attending, the businesses that sponsored the event along with donating items for both the live and silent auctions. Another large contributor to its success was the dedication of the Board of Directors Spring Fling Committee to putting on a great enjoyable function. They are Kit Cuthbert, Catherine Sherred, Maureen Coulter, Bruce Ingram, Dick Orman, Katherine Worsley, Wendy Klyne, Brenda Brompton and Jayne Ingram. Well done everyone. I also want to thank the businesses in the Cowichan Lake who attended the Spring Fling or who provided donations for the auctions or sponsored the event. This year’s gala was a combination of member and non-member donations and this proved that by pulling together anything wonderful can happen. Thank you to all who attended, participated, donated and wished us luck for this year’s very successful Spring Fling. We will be now looking forward to our October event of a Small Business Expo and, start work on next year’s Spring Fling where we will look to host all awards such as the Citizen of the Year, Nichole Community Service, Directors Choice, and the evening dinner awards.

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Hometown: Lake Cowichan Occupation: Seamstree at dianna’s Sewing Best thing about living here: is the scenery Fave activity: sewing Fave food: Chinese I’ve always wanted: visit Alaska My guilty pleasure is: eating too much Most people don’t know that: I came from Saskatchewan My proudest moment: was the birth of my kids Fave moment of the day: is the evening when I can sit down and relax I define down time as: knitting In my car I listen to:Country and western music If I was stuck on a desert island I: would definitely need water My go-to wardrobe staple is: slacks If I had a $1 million: I’d share it with my family I wish I was better at: crochet

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A 1955 class photo Lake Cowichan Elementary School (later called Stanley Gordon Elementary). Teacher Miss Doris Dien (later married Lake Cowichan resident Henry Nash) with her class of 29 Grade 5 students. Just three students in the photo remain in the Cowichan Lake area including Al Haslam and Gordie Parlee (second and third in the back row from the left) and Rolli Elves (Gunderson) front row, fourth from left.

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The 1993-1994 staff of Stanley Gordon Elementary School, front row (l-r): Linda Clegg (Popovitch), Jacquie Lee, Chris Clark, Updesh Cheema, Kim Hollingdrake; middle row: Cliff McCullough, Anne Ross, Cindy Jansen, Alison Rowe, Connie Maskery, Barbara Nielson, and Daryle Proulx; back: Joan Eichenlaub, Lil Marwood, Dot Dalman, Kandy Miles, Betty Morphet, and principal Elvin Hedden.

A good place to teach and live Things were in full swing at Stan- Lake Cowichan Junior-Senior ley Gordon Elementary (SGE) in High School which was to the mid 1990s. include the addition of Grades 7 School staff numbered 18, and 8. there was a full complement of The change could not take programs and extracurricular place until a new elementary activities being ofschool was built fered to the students which required and life at SGE was that local taxpayers thriving. vote on the issue. The school, set With a favouron the hill above able vote of 208 Rolli Lake Cowichan for and 14 against, Gunderson School, had an authe project was ditorium and a large PAGES OF HISTORY a go and Stanley library along with a Gordon Elementanice playing field. ry School was built All this ended in 2003 when SGS with the official opening taking was closed forever. place Sept 1948. Just a few years prior to the By 1967 SGE had a recently closing, the school underwent added activity room, and still renovations and improvements in- operated the popular cafeteria that cluding heating system improvehad served students and staff of ments using Honeywell to design both SGE and LCHS for many the new system, and School Disyears. trict 66 staff for installation. The During that year, a full profile school had come a long way since on Lake Cowichan and its schools its opening in September 1949. appeared in the April issue of In 1947, the Cowichan Lake the British Columbia Teachers High School was given a new Federation Newsletter. The article status when it changed from was titled Come To Lake CoCowichan Lake High School to wichan - A Good Place To Teach

(And Live), and told of the many favourable aspects of living in the community and teaching in the local schools. It explained that the area was noted for its scenery and opportunities for outdoor recreation. It also praised the citizens of this community, stating: “the community is noted for its spirit of cooperation,” and added “. . . the people (town residents) are alert and progressive and have a deep pride in their area.” Educationally, the article expounded the modern high school with its “new full stage, and large gymnasium-auditorium that can accommodate up to 1,000 people.” It also had high praise for the elementary school. SGE carried on as usual for many more years up until 2003. That was the year that the life blood of Stanley Gordon Elementary school ended when it was closed by the local school district’s Board of Trustees. The once vibrant school instantly became a mere ghost of what it once was.

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SUNNY WATERFRONT Sunny Youbou waterfront on .29 acre. Live in a waterfront home with 3 bedrooms & 2 baths, beautiful birch floors and open concept living/dining area. There is a large deck shared dock. The 2nd residence is a 2 bedroom & 1 bath home which is currently being rented. Why not own a piece of paradise!

20 Renfrew Ave. $79,900 Commercial Corner Lot that is currently located in town. Great opportunity to build your commercial venture.

MOUNTAIN VIEWS

170,000 174,000

Two bedroom condo with easy access. Nice carpets, oak cabinets in the kitchen, walk in closet in master bedroom & includes in suite laundry. Would make a great rental.

$79,900

STUNNING LAKE VIEWS Stunning lake views are some features of this .62 acre Youbou property. This home has been extensively renovated including the huge living room, bath and kitchen; garden area, greenhouse, shed w/ carport & dbl car garage. Great price for this updated home!

$245,000

10093 Youbou Road

#84 - 90 Lakeview

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$199,000

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This post & beam home with vaulted ceilings will give you that warm and cozy feeling. The rustic design makes it great for year round living or a get away from the city, great for summer or winter. There is a huge 2 level shop with an over sized roll up door, great a car, boat or RV. Fully fenced with a nice garden area - a minute walk to beach..

The owner paid $52,000 in 2012 & is now listed over $20,000 less. This solid mobile home has a nice addition with a huge laundry room and family room. Rural setting in Evergreen Park & amongst farm land, with only a few minute’s drive to all the conveniences.

$29,900

$389,900

8662 Trans Canada Hwy. Chemainus

Privacy, garden, walking distance from Cowichan Lake; Open concept bungalow, remodeled kitchen & bath. Third bedroom could be a perfect studio. 2 large decks, raised gardening beds.

6755 5th St. Honeymoon Bay

#55-3497 Gibbons Road

This 3.8 acre property on riverfront has an updated kitchen & bathroom with new thermal windows. Unfinished basement - open to your ideas. Zoning provides for various business’s such as greenhouse, kennel and agriculture. At the top of the property an area has been cleared to build a 2nd home with wonderful views of the river. Definitely worth a trip to see!

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$163,000 7755 Sunset Dr. RURAL SETTING

Great Investment property in the heart of Lake Cowichan. This property has been used as a residential rental but lends itself to redevelopment for commercial because of the prime location.

250 South Shore Rd.

$287,000

330 Carnell Drive

TWO C - 1 COMMERCIAL LOTS Offered for sale as a package: the pre-fabs are not included but are negotiable; a wide range of options with C-1 zoning includes: Retail, office, clubs/theatre, auto supply, weldingmachine shop or a child care facility. These lots are the best Lake Cowichan has to offer!

3.8 ACRE PROPERTY ON RIVERFRONT

Immaculate 3 bedroom/4 bathroom home on three levels with several patios and 2 balconies to enjoy the sunsets. Loads of added features including an alarm system, built in vacuum, heated storage area and potential wine storage room. What more could you need?

NEW LISTING

$99,900 $79,900 $69,900

Minutes from the Duck Pond & trestle foot bridge. for sale – purchase both, live in one & rent out 3 bdrms & 1.5 baths with lots of room for the family. Big the other. New roof included in price. living room, great balcony, views & fenced back yard. $ Both sides currently rented out. Centrally located with 233 North Shore Road lake views. Nicely laid out with 3 bdrms, 2 baths, fenced $ back yard great for children & pets. Both sides of duplex 231 North Shore Road

3 BEDROOM / 4 BATH

#39-211 Madill Rd.

Marble Bay is now zoned for full time living and all owners have use of the private lakefront park with water slides and picnicking areas.

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$369,000

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$150,000

Lot 33 Kestrel Drive – Panoramic views on .43 Acre. Perfect location to build a cottage or residence. Lot 40 Kestrel Drive – Beautiful lake views from this affordably priced lot which is nearly ½ acre. Build your dream home! Lot 45 Blackwood Heights – Private ½ acre lot surrounded by trees. Own a piece of land on the sunny side of the lake.

Wonderful 4 year old home with separate metered 2 bd suite. Upstairs is open concept with 9 ft ceilings, crown molding, skylight and mountain views. The two bd suite also has 9 ft ceilings & concrete sound-proofing between floors. Wonderful opportunity to own your own home with plenty of room for your family and benefit from the additional income.

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LAKE & MOUNTAIN VIEW LOTS

$629,900

237 Natara Place

A great South-East facing lot just waiting for your house plans. Only a 30 second walk to beautiful Cowichan Lake for fishing, Boating & swimming.

92 Cowichan Ave. E.

Unique 4 bedroom and den home in sought after Fairbridge. At just over 72 acres, the prestigious homes in this unique area offer privacy and security. There is a formal dining room area, large living room and wonderfully cozy family room with wood fireplace. Master bedroom has walk in closet. Newly installed Lennox heat pump and built-in-vacuum. Behind the main house is a lovely 600 sq ft cottage. Historical information is available. With Warmth, Charm & Character this home is a must see!

4775 Fairbridge Dr. Duncan

267 Castley Heights $69,000

A great way to get into the market with this well priced 3 bedroom home located on a corner lot. Upgrades include a remodelled bathroom and some new laminate floors. Large covered deck, great for BBQ’ing and a good sized back yard. New roof. Currently rented which makes it an affordable investment.

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Fabulous lake views & only minutes from the boat launch. Build your home up high, enjoy the views this lot has to offer. Geo Technical report on file. A great investment, bring us your offer!

470 Point Ideal $69,900

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$575,000

10552 Coon Creek

268 Castley Heights $59,900

$289,000

Appearances are deceiving. This home is entry level but has a fully finished basement. Many updates including flooring, Low Energy Windows, vinyl decking and more. This is a great family home with 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and a big family room.

$239,000

340 Carnell Drive NEW LISTING

OLD STYLE HOME If you like peace and quiet in an old style setting, this is what you’re looking for. Original Douglas Fir floors, updated bathroom, kitchen, master bedroom, roof and thermal windows. As a summer / winter getaway or full time living, you can’t beat this value!

$198,000

6789 2nd St.

NEAR BEACH, BOAT DOCK

FIRST TIME LISTING Great family home with 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Large living room with big windows to enjoy the lake views & two skylights to add natural light. En-suite bathroom recently upgraded to an enclosure with pole and seat for those with mobility challenges. Upgraded laminate flooring in both den and family room, ceramic tiles in the bathroom and built-in vacuum. Large double garage and level yard. Close to town and minutes from the boat launch.

Recreational property at its finest in Honeymoon Bay. Do you want that easy-care weekend lifestyle? Perfectly finished with trussed roof over RV & a big covered deck. There is a huge beach, boat dock and picnic area on pristine Cowichan Lake. It just doesn’t get any better than this. Make this your dream holiday getaway. NEW LISTING

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$153,750

207 North Shore Rd.

$299,500

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70 YEARS

Town of Lake Cowichan FRIDAY– May 16, 2014 • Kaatza Station Museum • Senior Luncheon

• Town Self-Guided Heritage Walking Tour • Kaatza Art Show & Sale • Gently Read Book Sale • Family Bowling/ Heritage Display

10am-4pm Displays - CN Railway 70 years Town of Lake Cowichan IWA Wilmer Gold Historical Photos $6.00 for cold plate 11:00am-1:00pm Seniors Centre, South Shore Road, Lady of the Lake Candidates will speak Maps at Tourist Booth & Museum 125 South Shore Road 6:00-9:00 Upper Community Hall 311 South Shore Road May 11-21 Royal Bank 75 Cowichan Lake Rd. Youbou Heritage Lanes 6:00-9:00 8550 Hemlock, Youbou, BC

SATURDAY– May 17, 2014 10am-4pm Displays - CN Railway 70 years Town of Lake Cowichan IWA Wilmer Gold Historical Photo • Hanging Basket Sale 10am-1pm Saywell Park Gazebo • Late Bloomers Plant Sale 10am-1pm Saywell Park Gazebo • Kaatza Art Show & Sale 10am-4pm Upper Community Hall 311 South Shore Road • Logging Truck Parade 11:00 Start at Darling Tire end at Saywell Park • Dog Parade $2.00 donation 12:00 Animal Rescue Society, Saywell Park • Stin-Qua the Legend Colouring in the Park & Fish Pond, Saywell Park 11:00-2:00 - hosted by grads • Hotdogs by Donation • Dedication of Saywell Park Improvements • Awards/Business/Visitor Information Centre 11:00 Coffee & Cookies, 125 South Shore • Heritage Sports Wall Ceremony 2:00 Cowichan Lake Sports Arena 311 South Shore Rd.

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Honouring and celebrating the History of our Area - Everyone Welcome Hot dogs served, corn on the cob - Tea, Coffee & Juice, cake provided Visit the museum’s pioneering display, railway display and check out the Wilmer Gold Photos

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Family Heritage Days 2014 70th Anniversary of the Town

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Kaatza Museum set to present Heritage Days displays Simkins said that one of the main reasons behind Lake Cowichan becoming first of all a village and then a town was population increase back in the day. “In 1938 there was a group called the Ratepayers’ Association and they wanted to form something, they weren’t too sure what, in the interest of property owners. In early 1944, it was recommended that a petition be drawn up requesting the provincial government to incorporate the district into a village. And through notices and voting, it all went through in the August.” After becoming a village in the August, the first local government was elected in December 1944. “The B.C. government gave the village $1,000 which was half of the tax revenue for 1944. The village received power to borrow up to $750 to get underway. Other powers included the right to assess and tax property, to pass bylaws to set and collect licences and to carry on business in connection with the village. Then they had an election in December 1944.” A group of commissioners were elected by acclamation. “ A Mr Grosskleg, Mr Scott and Mr Weaver were elected as the first official commissioners, they were not councillors. There was no mayor but they would’ve had a chair,” said Simkins. The museum is also in the midst of setting up a display specific to the Canadian National Railway which rolled through Lake Cowichan in the olden days. “It’s been 90 years since that railway appeared here. I will be putting photos and general information behind that display as well.”

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$469,000

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$224,000

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$153,400

$225,000

$399,000

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143 MacDonald

147 Sahtlam Ave

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Cozy home with country kitchen, bonus partially finished basement. Central location.

$280,000

$189,000

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$259,000

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$175,000

$179,000

204 -138 South Shore

11595 Cowan Road

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$650,000 $349,000 $131,900 10652 Youbou OFF THE GRID WATERFRONTS 13 acres.........$399,000 SOLD Fabulous Water Views, this charming home has 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, original fir floors, new roof, heat pump and could be your new getaway cottage, retirement, or your very first home, close to Arbutus Park.

$279,000 24 Hemlock St.

$299,000 385 Lake Park, $229,000 O.B.O. NEW LISTING

3 bedroom Rancher with wood stove

49 acres.........$625,000 49 acres.........$725,000 49 acres.........$765,000

Trees, full sun, great beaches

NEW LISTINGS 9596 Creekside Charming waterfront cottage on .38 acre. Meticulously designed and cared for

$179,000 1/2 acre sunny waterfront lot, BIG views, March Rd. Honeymoon Bay

$349,000

10484 Youbou Rd.

Lake view from kitchen, landscaped, .52 acre

$265,000 10409 Youbou Road

9889 Youbou Road Marvellous home on .98 acre overlooking Lake Cowichan

$449,900 45 Arbutus

Steel roof, 3 levels, nice yard, new windows, cute, cute, cute.

Awesome renovations, nothing to do but move in

$189,900

$216,500

Super Cute 2 bdr Rancher

10330 Youbou Road Waterfront

Fenced 26 Coronation

Completely renovated

$214,000

$379,000

10670 Youbou

266 Hillside Road

2 bedroom & den, newer roof, heat pump, close to Arbutus Park

3 bedroom A-frame with separate shop.

$229,900

$239,000

RIVERFRONT

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10351 Youbou

127 Darnell Rd.

23 Stevens Crescent 3 Bdrm. cedar sided, wood floors, 2 shops, awesome fenced yard.

67 South Shore Rd.

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$589,000

$449,900

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$149,000

10408 Arbutus St. Two homes

$130,000

446 Mountain View Drive at the Slopes New 3 bedroom, 2 bath, rancher

$349,000

$639,900 195 Johnson Character home, big private lot, creek

$239,000 LOTS 389 Point Ideal Waterfront $319,000 Lot 30 Cypress Private $69,000 466 Point Ideal 1/4 Acre $105,900 1734 Meagan St. Crofton Ocean View $133,900 173 River Road Turnkey $69,900

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481 Mountain View Rd.

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ATTENTION DEVELOPERS & Investors – here is a great opportunity to purchase a multifamily site within city limits with full community servicing. “The Slopes”, a new Lake Cowichan subdivision showcasing a variety of beautiful new homes. Close to town & minutes to the Lake with easy hwy. access.

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Ball park improvements evident for Youbou Malcolm Chalmers

Lake CowiChan Gazette

Slo-pitch ball season starts on a sandy field of dreams. The reported $5000 field repairs on “Joe’s field” in Youbou are completed and now we are just waiting for the grass to grow greener on that side of the fence. Ryan Dias, Parks Operations superintendent at the CVRD, says the park has received it’s annual top dressing which means the field and it’s many holes have been filled in with sand and grass seed. According to Dias the biggest problem with Youbou’s ball field seems to be the number of elk , and their pointy feet, (my words), making big holes in the grass. “My main concern is the large areas behind first base that had very large ruts now filled with sand.” Dias is confident once the warm weather allows the seed to crack and the grass to grow it will firm up to allow it to be walked on. Dias also says “work has also just been completed on the rise of grass between the infield and outfield, a problem common to most ball fields.” The CVRD will keep an eye on it to check on it’s progress although “It has got limited use for a ball field and we want to make sure it is safe and accessible.” After playing their first game April 28 (when the photo was taken) the kindest thing Slo-pitch league president Al Capling would say was “It is a bit better than it was before.” He is also hoping the sand will firm up to make a safe playable field soon. Only time will tell if the grass will grow as the ball season has already started. Games are played Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings. So come out to Joe’s Field in Youbou and watch some of the games, it’s worth the trip.

Malcolm Chalmers photo

A scene from a recent game at Joe’s field in Youbou shows that the grass still needs to grow in.

Lingren excels in latest Honeymoon Bay golf outing April 29: Lingren just beat at the post for KP on Number One by Cochrane, May 6: Annual Texas Scramble APRIL 29: Lance Lingren maxed out in the ball prizes during our Senior Men’s Golf last week. Lance scored a birdie and two chip in pars. He also held the KP on Number One for most of the day until Don Cochrane took it away at the last minute with a beautiful shot that settled just inches from the pin. Oz Nelson shot the KP on Number Seven. Dave Huggins, Cochrane and Nelson also scored birdies. John White had a chip in par. Jug Kalar scored the lowest gross round, while Lingren picked up the low net prize. Next week we will play a Texas Scramble and the following week will see players from Gabriola playing here at March Meadows. Duffer O’Doul offers this helpful tip, “When you look up, causing an awful shot, you will always look down again at exactly the moment you ought to start watching the ball, if you ever want to see it again!”

Crosson. Third place was picked up by Everitt Sanville, Roy Perry, Oz Nelson and Rick Nott. Fourth in the prizes were John McCormick, Lance Lingren and Mike Tuck. McCormick and Lingren picked up the Closest to the Pin prizes for the day. Several of our members were involved in the Tri-club Tourney, where games are played at Cowichan, Mt. Brenton, and March Meadows Golf courses. Duffer O’Doul wants to remind players that “Nonchalant putts count the same as chalant putts.” Submitted by Rick Knott. (MJHP TZY \JJPQ^ Ć^JWX

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Campers and outdoor enthusiasts are encouraged to go on an adventure — travel to a new park, explore a different trail, or try a new outdoor activity. The long weekend this month marks the unofficial start of camping season, and is a great opportunity to explore B.C.’s provincial parks. Through Discover Camping, the province’s camping reservation system, visitors are able to reserve individual campsites up to three months before their arrival date. First-come, first-served campsites are still offered in many campgrounds for visitors without reservations, while group sites are available up to 12 months in advance. Reservations can also be made through the call centre at 1-800-689-9025. Bookings are up almost 14 per cent in 2014. One of the most popular parks is right here in Cowichan Lake — Gordon Bay Provincial Park in Honeymoon Bay. You can check availability in B.C. parks by visiting the Discover Camping website at: discovercamping.ca.

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“RBC Lake Cowichan recently made a donation of $1,000 to the Cowichan Lake Food Bank Society,” said Meghan Major, branch manager. “Not only were funds donated, local staff donated three hours of their personal time to help pack the April supply of food hampers.” If you would like to help support the food bank you can donate at the checkout at Country Grocer with a $2 Share-A-Bit or email them at cowichanlakefoodbank@gmail.com

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■ Monday to Friday at the Kaatza Heath Unit on Cowichan Avenue in Lake Cowichan there are free excercise classes! Primary health care nurse Julie Reid said the classes are for “all fitness levels, if you are in a wheelchair, using a walker or more advanced.” The 50-minute class starts at noon. Don’t forget your water bottle! ■ A wine and cheese tasting fundaraiser for Kaatza Station Museum will be held at the Lake Cowichan Seniors Centre on June 3 at 7p.m.. The fun-filled event is sponsored by the Lake Days Society and suported by the Cowichan Lake and District Chamber of Commerce, and the Heritage Commission. Local wines from Deol Winery, and Canadian and international artisan cheeses will be featured. Tickets are $20 each and are available at the visitor centre in Lake

Cowichan (250-749-3244) or at the Kaatza museum (250-749-6142). ■ Lynne Bowen — author of Those Lake People and her new book, Those Island People — will be speaking at the Kaatza Station Museum’s monthly meeting on May 20 at the Bell Tower school (next to the museum). Lynne will read from her new book, and sign copies which will be available for sale. The meeting starts at 7p.m. Refreshments will be available, and everyone is welcome. Phone 250-749-6142 for more information. ■ Cowichan Lake and District Chamber of Commerce has postponed its scrap metal drive for the time being. Visitor centre coordinator Katherine Worsley confirmed that the metal drive will continue again in the fall. A reminder that fridges, coolers, or freezers must have the Freon professionally removed first. For more information, call 250-7493244.

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Get iPhone 5c on Canada’s most reliable* 4G network. Plus, pair it with a TELUS SharePlus Plan and get:

Unlimited nationwide talk & text†

Ability to add a line for as low as $35/mo. Shareable data‡

*Based on testing of voice-call success rates, data-session completion rates and industry-standard call-quality measures against other national wireless service providers in metropolitan areas across Canada. †Premium and subscription messages are not included. Customers with devices not able to display picture or video messages will receive a text message that includes a web address for viewing. ‡Only one SharePlus Plan subscriber on the account requires a data option. That data can be shared with up to four additional devices. The first device on each TELUS SharePlus Plan must be a smartphone, Smartphone Lite or other mobile phone. Compatible phone required for BYOD option. TELUS, the TELUS logo, the future is friendly and telusmobility.com are trademarks of TELUS Corporation, used under licence. Apple, the Apple logo and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2013 TELUS.

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