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Heron-bearing trees no longer an issue Record Staff Great news for high fliers: Landing limits at the Comox Valley Airport have been brought down to 250 feet. “We are absolutely thrilled with this decision,” said Comox Valley Airport CEO Fred Bigelow, of the move announced by the Department of National Defence to adopt Transport Canada’s new standards on Monday. The announcement was made
after Tuesday’s edition of the Record went to print. “The Comox Valley Airport can once again offer the kind of allweather capability that travellers expect,” Bigelow said. “With a minimum instrument approach height of 250 feet, YQQ is now one of the most reliable and capable airports in B.C.” The minimum altitude was raised to 500 feet three years ago, which forced cancellation of numerous flights during adverse weather conditions. In the middle of the controversy were some tall trees near the airport, on private land, which the owners refused to cut.
The trees are a nesting habitat of the passengers that stood by for great blue herons, which have us and continued to use our serbeen identivices while fied as an we worked at-risk speto find a We would like to thank cies by the solution to BC Conser- all of the passengers that stood restore landvation Data by us and continued to use our ing limits at Centre. YQQ,” said W i t h services while we worked to Frank van the lower- find a solution to restore land- G i s b e r g e n , ing of the ing limits at YQQ. chair of the minimum Comox Valley CVAC chair Frank van Gisbergen Airport Comaltitude s t a n d a r d s, mission. “We the trees, would also and other obstacles, are no longer like to acknowledge our airline an issue. partners, who remained commit“We would like to thank all ted to doing business at our air-
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Topham top man on Cumberland pay scale Renee Andor Record Staff
Remuneration for Cumberland elected officials was less than $50,000 in 2013, according to year-end financial statements released Monday. Mayor Leslie Baird received $14,910, while other councillors received $7,935 each. Baird’s expenses totalled an additional $10,811, with councillors’ expenses ranging from $2,731 for Coun. Roger Kishi down to $989 for Coun.
Mayor cost taxpayers less than $25K, pay and expenses combined Gwyn Sproule. Total council remuneration was $46,651 and total expenses were $19,661. Five Village of Cumberland employees earned more than $75,000 last year. CAO Sundance Topham was the sole employee to earn a sixfigure salary; his remuneration was $109,273. Other employees who earned more
than $75,000 last year were manager of operations Rob Crisfield, ($94,425), financial officer Michelle Mason, ($89,682), public works foreman Kevin Fitzgerald ($81,589), and manager of protective services Mike Williamson, ($80,079). Expenses for the Village’s top five earners varied from $7,382 (Topham), to $204,
(Fitzgerald), for a total of $18,589. Remuneration totalled $1.2 million for employees with remuneration and expenses of $75,000 or less. Expenses for these employees were $39,026. Total employee remuneration was nearly $1.7 million and expenses were $57,615 in 2013. To view the year-end financial statements, check out the council meeting agenda package at www.cumberland.ca/. writer@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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As the summer temperature climbs, so does the number of recreational water users in the Comox Valley. Despite low water levels this season, Comox Valley Ground Search and Rescue manager is warning the public to remain diligent when using the local waterways. “While the flow isn’t necessarily a problem, the problems happen because the water is low,” explained Paul Berry, information officer/SAR manager. “The hazards become more of an issue … such as foot entrapments, rocks, undercuts, and in popular swimming and diving spots, spinal injuries.” Berry said for the past two weeks, CVGSAR has been training in swift water rescue in conjunction with the Courtenay Fire Department as part of
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Carley Cofield’s dream is to dance with a famous pop artist on stages around the globe — and she just soared over a big stepping stone on her way to make her dream reality. The 20-year-old woman from Courtenay recently shared the Much Music Video Awards (MMVAs) stage with Canadian band Hedley. “Since moving to Toronto last September, I began making a list of things I wanted to accomplish here and began trying to tick them off,” recalls Cofield. “The MMVAs are one of the only events in Canada that hires international talent, and books Canadian dancers. For us, this is the job we all have been fighting for — and for me was a dream come true.”
Handpicked for Hedley Cofield had caught the eye of MMVA co-ordinator and choreographer Ryan Scheel after he saw her perform in other shows and in numerous auditions. He handpicked her as one of the girls to perform with Hedley – who won three MMVA trophies – dur-
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were just sitting there watching her there again today, because of course we taped it, and it’s just unreal what she’s done. “I couldn’t be prouder.”
ing the nationally-televised MMVAs, which aired June 15. Cofield has been a fan of Hedley since she was a child, and she notes her sister bought her a Hedley CD for Christmas one year. “So to share the MMVA stage with this band meant a lot to me,” continues Cofield. “However, this is just a stepping stone. I wish to travel the world with one of these international pop artists … That is the real dream. I probably won’t sleep until it happens.”
George says Carley plans to return to the Valley in about a month to teach dance at Triple Heat Dance and Valley Dance Centre. She’s also taking steps to obtain a work visa so she can move to Los Angeles and continue her dance career there. Carley started dancing when she was two. She’s learnt various styles, like hip-hop, lyrical, ballet and jazz. “Although I’ve trained in almost every style of dance growing up, my heart this year has been with jazz funk,” says Carley. “Nothing lights my fire more than dancing to a good Beyoncé or Britney (Spears) track.” Carley has trained extensively, including spending 10 years at Valley Dance Centre and five years at CR Dance Xtreme in Campbell River, as well as taking advantage of numerous international training opportunities, such receiving a scholarship to train in Paris, France.
Parents watched on TV Cofield’s parents George and Shelley watched the awards show from their Courtenay home, and George admits seeing his daughter perform on national TV for the first time was an emotional experience. “I started crying,” George recalls with a laugh. “To see her on TV was just — I’m sort of speechless on it. We
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Courtenay youngster donates his hair for wigs Huband Elementary student gets teased, but says that won’t stop him Terry Farrell Record staff
Nine-year-old Taite Marcoux is quite the giver. His gift is his hair. Last week the Huband Park Elementary School student paid a visit to Cortney Donaldson at Scorpio’s 1983 Hair Design for a haircut – his first in more than 18 months. He has a good reason for avoiding the scissors. Taite’s hair doesn’t simply get swept up and tossed, like the majority of discarded locks at a hair salon. Taite’s is used to make wigs for cancer patients.
“I have to grow it for a long time so that it is long enough to be used,” he said. The required length is 10 inches. “This is the second time I did it.” Taite also did it when his family lived in Manitoba.
Cousin started trend He got the idea from his cousin, Zoe, who lives in Quebec. “She did it, and I liked the idea, so I wanted to do it, too,” he said. It’s one thing for a 10-yearold girl to grow her hair long.
For a nine-year-old boy it’s He said the first time he did it, he raised $500 and he’s hoping something quite different. Taite said it hasn’t been to raise more this time. “I think we without its share of already are at heckling from some $500, so it can of his schoolmates. I just like just keep grow“I have to get ing.” used to it some- helping. times, because He also said Taite Marcoux sometimes they that maybe by bug me about my letting people long hair and call me a girl, know his story, others will but some of them are support- donate their hair as well. ive,” he said. “They already “My mom had an idea to put know why I grow it long, but up signs at most of the hair they just like pestering me, places, for people who grow for fun.” their hair long, so that when He said that the teasing they go to get it cut off, maybe doesn’t bother him enough to next time they can donate it quit doing it. for the same thing,” he said. “It “I just like helping,” he said. all helps.” “I will do it again, but I am Anyone wishing to donate waiting one year.” on Taite’s behalf may do so at Taite has a website dedi- bit.ly/1szFhnp cated to the fundraising cause. editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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Cumberland council unanimously gave the thumbs up Atmosphere Gathering organizers had been hoping for, allowing the new August event to happen in Cumberland’s Village Park. Council approved Monday a request for exemptions from the Village’s noise bylaw from Friday, Aug. 15 to Monday, Aug. 18, and a request to close Sixth Street temporarily between Dunsmuir and Keswick Avenues — with the exception of local traffic — to ensure clear access to the park. “We are very excited that the Village staff, Cumberland council and the community at large are in full support of our Atmosphere Gathering,” Melissa Roeske, of Cumberland Village Works later told the Record. “The collaboration aspect of this event, with (Cumberland Village Works), Little Island Productions and the Gourmet Girls, promises to bring some real magic to our beautiful little village.” The all-ages event, (Aug. 15 to Aug. 17), will feature live and electronic music acts, community meals and a variety of activities such as spoken word, dance performances, yoga and nature walks. The festival will feature a main stage and
The regional district committee of the whole approved a staff recommendation to not initiate an amendment to the Regional Growth Strategy bylaw at a Tuesday morning meeting concerning an application from 3L Developments. The Nanaimo-based company has proposed to build homes and construct trails near Stotan Falls. The RGS guides growth and development in the Valley. Directors on the CVRD board have previously rejected an offer from 3L to purchase the property because they say the proposal is not in sync with the RGS. The issue was to be re-visited at a board meeting Tuesday evening, separate from the regular board meeting. two secondary stages, shuttles to and from the event and camping on-site with additional camping at Comox Lake. The dog park in Village Park will remain open throughout the event. Coun. Roger Kishi noted the detail of plans included in the application caught his attention. “I think that this is one of the most thor-
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Liquor: Farmers’ Market thrilled with changes She has received applications to sell alcohol from Nature’s Way Farm, Coastal Black Estate The Comox Legion plans to ask its members Winery and Hornby Island Estate Winery. The same vendor rules apply to wineries in about whether or not to allow children inside the that products must be doors. made in the Comox Val“We do a lot of different functions that involve We’ve been anxiously waiting ley or Strathcona Regional District. liquor,” bar manager Joanne for it (changes) to come into play “It adds to our memDenny said. bership, and it brings in “We really don’t have a because we have so many local people who are already place for kids to be in here. wineries. growing product in the There’s liquor here no matter which way the kids sit. Vickey Brown area,” Brown said. “We are all about proThe bar is centred right in moting local farmers, the middle.” Another change allows festivals and events to whether they are growing fruit for wine or fruit remove beer garden barriers, though Vancouver for eating.” To date, 14 of 73 recommendations from a B.C. Island MusicFest plans to keep its beer garden Liquor Policy Review have been implemented. as is. “We are very happy with the family-friendly The government’s goal is to implement 70 per vibe of MusicFest and don’t want to do anything cent of the recommendations by spring 2015. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com that will threaten that,” executive producer Doug Cox said. Additionally, vendors can now sell beer, wine and cider at farmers’ markets. “We’ve been anxiously waiting for it (changes) to come into play because we have so many local wineries,” said Vickey Brown, manager of the Comox Valley Farmers’ Market.
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Celebrate national birthday at Courtenay Museum On Canada Day, drop by the Courtenay and District Museum after the parade and help celebrate our country’s birthday. There will be free admission, balloons and door prize draws between noon and 4 p.m. Special activities will include cupcake walks for all ages and a
hands-on craft for kids. Musical entertainment will be provided by Alan Jossul. Canada Day is a great chance to explore history at the museum. The Courtenay and District Museum is located at 207 Fourth St. in downtown Courtenay. FMI: 250-334-0686.
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The consensus at the last council meeting of the K’ómoks First Nation was that June 17 was a sad day for British Columbians when the contentious Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline met with federal approval. “We are opposed to projects that can or will have negative effects on the environment of the traditional territories of First Nations throughout B.C.,” KFN councillor Melissa Quocksister said the next day. “We fully support the First Nations who are moving forward with court cases and opposition of Enbridge.” The company proposes to transport up to 525,000 barrels of oil per day through a twin pipeline system extending 1,177 kilometres from the Alberta tar sands to Kitimat for export to California and Asia. The company has said deliveries could start by late 2018, but Enbridge must first satisfy more than half of the 209 conditions of the National Energy Board before it can begin construction. The Liberals and NDP both oppose the project. The BC Liberals have laid out five conditions that have yet to be met before it will sanction the pipeline. For one, the Province insists on a bigger slice of financial ben-
This banner, erected at the Ryan Road/Old Island Highway intersection the morning after the announcement, expressed the opinion of many British Columbians. Photo by Terry Farrell efits in exchange for environmental risks. But before this happens, Enbridge needs to strike a deal with First Nations along the route. The Haisla and Coastal First Nations have opposed the pipeline to protect their land and natural resources. “I think after yesterday, First Nations will be holding on even tighter to their rights to their traditional lands,” Quocksister said. B.C. NDP leader John Horgan wants resource development that creates jobs in B.C., particularly for aboriginal communities. He says the B.C. Liberals gave up an opportunity to oppose the Enbridge pipe-
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On June 17 the Comox Valley RCMP received a report of a theft of a car hauler trailer while it was parked on Highway 19A near Rennison Road. The owner said he went to where his trailer was parked and the only thing left was the trailer’s B.C. plate.
Funny money floated The Comox Valley RCMP is investigating several occurrences where counterfeit money has been passed in the Comox Valley. The latest incident happened on June 19 at a business on Cliffe Avenue in Courtenay. The bills being passed are older and do not contain the holographic images. n The Comox Valley RCMP would like to make businesses aware of a recent influx of counterfeit bills being passed at local businesses as legal tender. Over the past two to three weeks there have been approximately five reported occurrences where businesses have found counterfeit bills during cash-outs. So far the currency being used is $5, $10 and $20 bills. These bills are older in print, around the 2001 issue, with no hologram bar on the side.
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Motorcycle fatality On June 21 police responded to a report of a motorcycle collision on Rachel Road in Courtenay. Upon arrival EHS was on scene performing CPR on the injured motorcycle rider. The 63-year-old man was transported to hospital and once there was pronounced dead as he had succumbed to his injuries. This investigation has been turned over to the North Island highway patrol analyst for further investigation.
Class trashing On June 22nd, in the early morning hours, police received a call of noise occurring in or around Mark Isfeld Senior Secondary school on Lerwick Road in Courtenay. It was discovered that someone had smashed several windows and gained entry to the school and trashed a classroom. Suspect youth have been charged in this incident.
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This submitted photo serves as a reminder that there is plenty of newborn wildlife on the Island these days. Drivers should pay extra caution to movement in culverts.
Courtenay council has given approval in principle to an option to maintain the RCMP’s established strength at 30.4 members for the 2015/16 contract year. The budget expenditure cap would be a little under $5.5 million. For Courtenay and other towns with populations exceeding 15,000, municipalities fund 90 per cent of a policing budget while the federal government kicks in 10 per cent of costs. The municipal/federal split is 70/30 for populations between 5,000 and 15,000 people. Approval in principle of a following year
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Young Chefs camp returns Special to The Record Young Chefs are getting active this summer while learning the importance of good nutrition, with the Young Chefs summer camps, sponsored by Thrifty Foods and co-ordinated by Active Comox Valley. This year’s camps are being offered in Black Creek from July 22 - 25 and in Cumberland from July 28 - Aug. 1, at no charge. Campers ages 10 to 12 years will learn hands-on educational, nutritional snack preparation and participate in fun games and activities. The week finishes at the Comox Valley Aquatic Centre for a day of swimming, snacks and a fun tour of the new Thrifty Foods store.
Subsidized program The Young Chefs camp is offered every year at various
locations throughout the Comox Valley. To ensure this program is accessible to all families, Thrifty Foods subsidizes this program, which makes it very popular. Campers will learn about foods they have never heard of before, like the dragon fruit, and discover new ways to enjoy their favourite ones. In the past, one of the favourite meals the participants prepared was the fruit pizza and sandwich on a stick.
Healthy, fun and active Young Chefs is about making healthy food choices and learning how to make cooking fun, but it is also about keeping the participants active – exactly what this camp is all about. If you have a child who is 10–12 years of age who loves to have fun, then this is the camp for them.
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“The provincial government was engaged early on in this process, in particular working with BC Hydro to eliminate any barriers to achieving full operational capability at the airport,” said Comox Valley MLA Don McRae. “I am delighted the situation has been resolved, and Comox Valley and area residents can once again have the pleasure of utilizing one of the most reliable airports in the province.” Following dialogue with the Comox Valley Airport and the MLA, BC Hydro expedited its plans to lower power
Join the CVMS parade team Comox Valley Multicultural Society will decorate a float for Canada Day Parade and have an open invitation to be part of parade team. The team will meet between Lake Trail School and Appletree Market on Fifth Street in Courtenay. You are welcome to dress in the traditional cloth of your country of origin, or the happy hippie stylish garments of 1960. Please show up around 9 a.m. We’ll walk down to Lewis Park. Comox Valley Multicultural Society also sets up a food booth to sell a variety of ethnic food. For more info, call Jin Lin at (250)338 9386, or email:cvmiss@ gmail.com.
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Disabled Consultation Report impresses a Comox Valley critic Renee Andor Record Staff
Courtenay’s John Higginbotham was skeptical provincial supports for people with disabilities would improve when community consultations were announced last year by government. But, now that he’s read the Disability Consultation Report and gone over the recently released Accessibility 2024 Action Plan, he says he’s less doubtful. “I have to say I was impressed that they are trying to determine whether or not they are successful in making some transformations by requiring numbers,” says Higginbotham, who suffers from muscular dystrophy and is a member of the Comox Valley Accessibility Committee. “It’s all positive, if it works out – I mean the proof of the pudding is always in the eating. It’s one thing saying, ‘we’re going to do this and that’ – some of the things that they say are very easy to do and would make life easier, wouldn’t cost much money – some of the other things that people are ... needing are more expensive.”
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Courtenay’s John Higginbotham, who is a member of the Comox Valley Accessibility Committee, reads over the Province’s Disability Consultation Report. building blocks for accessibility: inclusive government; accessible service delivery; accessible Internet; accessible built environment; accessible housing; accessible transportation; income support; employment; financial security; inclusive communities; emergency preparedness; and consumer experience. A goal is listed for each building block, plus how government
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doesn’t matter yet it’s interesting to see the large ads in the Record from a private school in Lantzville that lists “smaller class sizes” as their first priority. This school will probably receive B.C. taxpayers’ funding and that takes proper funding away from the basic public who can’t afford the extra fees, etc. that private schools charge. We are allowing our province to become even more elitist and putting way too much pressure on families who might enrol their children into a private school when they really can’t afford it.
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THE FAMILIES OF Nate Smith and Nate DaSilva send huge, heartfelt thanks to the Vanier Rotary Interact Club, their sponsor teachers and support staff who raised and donated $900 to Nates’ Place in Haiti, an orphanage/home created in memory of the two Nathans who were both former Vanier students who died tragically. This generous contribution will be used to purchase supplies for the home and for the adjoining school which now includes 150 plus students. Well done, Vanier Interact Club. Your efforts are so appreciated! I JOIN THE multitudes to congratulate Kevin East on winning a licence to operate a full taxi service. Finally! hopefully no more interminable wait times for a dilapidated car with stained back seats, poor service, and exorbitant rates. HOW ABOUT A class action lawsuit from the parents of school-aged children against the Government? After all, we have paid them our taxes, which are supposed to pay for our children’s education, and they are not delivering. Now parents are forced to pay out AGAIN, for childcare. How is that legally right? It is the Government’s responsibility to find a solution, with our money. Get on with it!
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COMOX VALLEY’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER Publisher: Zena Williams : publisher@comoxvalleyrecord.com Editor: Terry Farrell : editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com Sales Manager: Liz Royer : 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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new federal anti-spam law will restrict how businesses communicate electronically with current and prospective clients as of July 1. Businesses will then be required to obtain direct consent before sending out commercial electronic messages – e-mails, texts and those through social media accounts – to clients or prospective customers. The legislation also includes installation of computer programs, alteration of transmission data, and false, misleading electronic representations. Without consent, businesses could face penalties ranging from written warnings to fines as high as $10 million. Some think the rules are too strict, and unfair. The original intent was to stop the spread of the most dangerous electronic messages, such as fraudulent marketing and installation of computer viruses. Now specific information – a mailing address and name of the business sending the message – will have to be included, and a way to unsubscribe. But Canadian businesses, specifically smaller ones, are complaining that the legislation will take away a valuable and affordable marketing tool. They claim the legislation renders small businesses uncompetitive, while doing nothing to stop spam coming in from outside the country. Enforcement is an issue. The Canadian Radiotelevision and Telecommunication’s Commission has said it doesn’t have the resources to police all infractions and will focus on the most severe violations. Concern exists that some businesses might not even realize they are breaking the new rules, that they encourage less productive means of advertising. What’s more productive than free? Businesses can still use electronic means to spread their messages. They just have to ask permission first. – Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows News Record Question of the Week This week: 60.9 per cent of respondents said they are NOT happy with the federal government’s approval of the Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline proposal. Next week: Are you following the FIFA World Cup? visit www.comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote in the poll.
While traditional soccer powers like Italy, England and Spain fail to advance at the 2014 FIFA World Cup, Costa Rica, whose population is less than that of the Greater Toronto Area, has moved into the last 16 and has quickly become a fan favourite.
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few things have changed since the last all-out teacher strike in B.C. That was just two years ago, when the B.C. Teachers’ Federation was coming off its secondever voluntary agreement with a 16 per cent raise over five years and what POLITICS the union termed an “enhanced” signing bonus of $4,000. By 2012, outraged OM teachers were back on the legislature LETCHER lawn, howling for another 16 per cent, with backup vocals provided as usual by HEU, CUPE, BCGEU and other public sector unions that settled for less. Last week the protest venue switched to Vancouver, where both the crowd and the demands looked a bit thinner. The signing bonus target is up to $5,000, but the raise is a mere eight per cent over five years (compounded, for those who passed math), plus another huge basket of cash disguised as benefit improvements and so forth. Government negotiators put their total compensation demand at 14.5 per cent. One obvious dodge: they want the bottom two steps of the teacher salary grid dropped. That’s simply a raise for entrylevel teachers. Admittedly those are rare creatures these days with
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shrinking enrolment and ironclad seniority rules that allow retired teachers to monopolize substitute work. Something else that’s changed since 2012 is that the government has granted the BCTF’s wish to bargain directly with the province. The education ministry executed a takeover of the B.C. Public School Employers’ Association after last year’s election, and installed veteran industrial union negotiator Peter Cameron. He’s backed up by long-time labour specialist Lee Doney, whose task is to keep the teacher deal within Treasury Board limits that have defined all other public sector union settlements. Doney made it clear last week that no mediator is going to come in and “split the baby” as long as the BCTF position is so far beyond the current compensation framework. Despite constant union complaints of low wages and deteriorating working conditions in B.C. schools, education grads remain lined up around the block hoping to get in. Why is that? For those who have been exposed to life outside school for a while, it’s fairly simple. The job market out here in the real
world is tough. And here’s how the real world evaluates a teaching job. Start with 189 working days, each nine hours long as per the accepted definition, and the topheavy seniority list that places the average teacher salary at around $72,000 a year. That works out to $42.32 an hour, plus a suite of benefits that most private sector employees can only dream about, starting with three months of prime-time vacation. I am occasionally lectured by teachers that the job goes far beyond five hours in the classroom and an additional four hours a day preparing and marking. They throw out different estimates, variously defined. Alas, it’s a salaried job, and we salaried employees in the real world don’t waste a lot of time counting hours. Here’s the work, here’s the deadline, here’s the pay. Take it or leave it. Consider another union demand that seems to be just another thinly disguised raise. The BCTF wants a large increase in preparation time for elementary school. There are no duties being added here. For this one item, government negotiators calculate the cost to taxpayers at $86.2 million every year by the fifth year of the BCTF proposal.
Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. E-mail: tfletcher@blackpress.ca
Let the indigenous people decide the fate of Northern Gateway Dear editor, As many of you know, I am the person who stood up Enbridge’s new Incident Management System after the Michigan spill. I know a lot about incident management generally, and at Enbridge in particular. Also, I am a Metis of Algonquin descent from the Ottawa Valley. Environmental management, Enbridge, and indigenous communities profoundly matter to me. Accordingly, in light of Prime Minister Harper’s approval of the Northern Gateway project, I have a comment to make.
Rigorous construction standards and management of any pipeline is a must. The assumption that there will be failures is also a must. A standing capacity to address major issues is a must. The only way for the Northern Gateway to be a safe pipeline is for there to be transparency, trust, cooperation and investment among all stakeholders. Chief among the Gateway’s stakeholders are the indigenous people of B.C. If the indigenous people of B.C. can be shown that the Northern Gateway pipeline is safe, eco-
nomically valuable to them, and in their long-term interest, then there is sufficient evidence for me to believe the pipeline can be built and operated safely. Conversely, if the indigenous people say in the end, ‘no’ then there is likely not enough management transparency to build a safe pipeline. The bottom-line for the fate of the Northern Gateway currently is – and should be – the judgment of the indigenous people of B.C. I stand with their “nay” or their “yea”. Eugene Parks Victoria
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Curling rink approval process latest reason for governance review
Dear editor, It saddened me to learn how the Comox Valley Regional District recently “obtained approval” to borrow $1.9 million to renovate the curling rink. This was done through the “Alternate Approval Process” . This process means that if 10 per cent of the total electors in the CVRD don’t object to sinking funds into the curling rink project, it is approved. To me, that means “the deck is stacked” for getting approval for about any project. Why? Elector apathy. I venture to say if the Alter-
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nate Approval Process had been turned around and would have required 10 per cent of the voters to approve the project, the CVRD would not have received the 4,737 votes that they would have needed. My point is that the Alter-
native Approval Process is a sneaky way to get a multimillion dollar project into the “spend column.” Yes, it is legal in B.C., but it’s underhanded and unethical. Since we are having general municipal elections this fall, it
would have been very easy to have this expenditure included in a referendum question, with little cost to the taxpayer. This Alternate Approval Process is an insult to democracy and should not be used by elected and appointed people that are supposed to serve us, the public, and not small self-interest groups. On the subject of costs, we are wondering why the CVRD has to borrow money for the curling rink renovations. According to last year’s audit, the Regional District alone, had $67 million
sitting in reserves. If the majority of the public had approved the curling club expenditure, then and only then, money could have been taken from the vast reserves fund, without yet another increase to our taxes. If you are as unhappy as a lot of us are, about the way our local governments are being run, please sign the Governance Review petition at the Chamber of Commerce office on Cliff Avenue.
Len Paulovich, Comox
Morrison vs. Morrison: The great train debate Teachers lack freedoms of private sector Dear editor, Re. Bill Morrison’s letter Take a train? Better yet, save your money and ride a bike (June 3): I will grant you one correct item of your argument; it is inevitably cheaper to destroy, rather than rebuild. But you may have forgotten a few things. 1) For a bike-pedestrian trail, the several bridges are still going to have to be rebuilt – the timbers are rotten. We both know the estimated price tag for one small pedestrian bridge across
the Courtenay River, including donated labour was $2 million (Courtenay Council). That would mean a minimum of $2 million for every river crossing from here to Victoria. 2) Next, we have to consider the 240 (you say) level vehicle crossings. Fine, here in the Comox Valley, and most of the Island down to Nanaimo, but what do you do through Nanaimo and south, where traffic is much heavier? Stop traffic for every pedestrian and bike that comes along?
3) Consider freight. We all know about the thousands of freight and logging trucks pounding our highways to pieces. Our roads and highways are paid for by us, while rail largely pays for itself. 4) Consider climate change, if you will. I know walking and biking can be green, but it’s nothing compared to freight and passengers. A train carrying the same weight of cargo as tractor trailers going the same distance, burns 1/10
Dear editor, I’m writing in response to the column, Schools get an F in labour management (June 19). For the most part, I agree with Alistair Taylor’s comments, but I want to address the public sector/private sector comparison. As a private sector business owner, I look enviously at the many benefits enjoyed by teachers – however, I observe that private sector businesses and employees enjoy many more freedoms. If our work environment becomes intolerable, then we can make changes. If our employers treat us poorly, then we can change employers. Teachers have none of those freedoms. Teachers’ working conditions Wayne Morrison, are Cumberland at the mercy of the B.C. government, local school boards, and parent advisory committees. I think no other professionals receive so little respect from their employers and from the general letter was written public. anonymously as a conI have three children between dition of a settlement the ages of 16 and 22 years old, reached with the help of the Comox Valley Community Justice Centre. of the fuel. Why do you think that the oil companies (in lieu of a pipeline) are moving oil from Fort McMurray and the Bakken oil fields of North Dakota by rail? It’s much cheaper than truck. Less transport fuel burned equals less global warming. 5) If we lose rail, we will never get it back. Because of the rapidly increasing population of the Island, this must not happen. Thanks, Bill.
When it comes to theft, there are no winners Dear editor, Theft is one of those things that is all around us but for the most part goes unseen but do you ever stop to think about how badly it affects the community? Stealing affects the community due to the effect that the item that has been taken (stolen) has value and someone must pay that value or the money that has been lost, taking away from their profit, business, and community and or employees, which in the long run affects the growth of the com-
munity. Also when people steal and don’t pay for their items it means they do not pay for the tax which means the less money you pay the less you
receive back. So in the long run stealing does not benefit anyone and I have found it to be a horrible thing to do. Editor’s note: This
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North Island College Grad 2014
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The 2014 NIC graduation took place Thursday, June 19, as adults took the next step along their respective chosen career paths. Clockwise from right, Wally Lewis plays the bagpipes as graduates enter the Comox Valley Sports Centre; grad Karissa Everett receives a President’s Award for Academic Excellence; grads walk up the aisle as friends and family applaud; Kirstin Janzen is all smiles as she walks down the aisle an NIC grad; college president John Bowman and student speaker Sue Lessard Gaudreau address this year’s grads in heartfelt presentations.
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PICTURE OF THE WEEK Tea Dance on Canada Day
The Evergreen Club is pleased to present the July 1 Tea Dance on Tuesday, July 1 at 2 p.m. “It’s such a fun afternoon and it’s all free,” said Evergreen Club volunteer Bea Tomkinson. “Free cake, free lemonade, free tea, and free coffee! It’s all free.” It takes place upstairs in the Courtenay Recreation’s Native Sons Hall. The Georgia Strait Big Band will supply the live music which offers pure dancing and listening tunes. From the Count to the Duke, Miller and Gillespie, the Georgia Strait Big Band entertains with music from the most exciting composers of the 20th century. “This is an event that every age group can enjoy,” club volunteer Gail Flynn said. Gather your friends, neighbours and family, and swing by to check out this joyous community gathering. For more information call The Evergreen Club at 250-338-1000.
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FOOTBALL PLAYING SISTERS Jade Blouin-Comeau and Frederica Blouin-Comeau of Comox celebrate the World Cup in a colourful and unique way. Email your Picture of the Week submissions to editor@comoxvalleyrecord. com. It may get published in an upcoming issue. PHOTO SUBMITTED
Clive Quigley plans to celebrate Canada Day in a rather unique fashion. “On Canada Day I will be celebrating my 50th year in a country that has been so good to my family,” he said in an email to The Record. “To mark the occasion I will be singing O Canada 50 times. “Please come join me when you see me. I will be playing a red 50-year-old guitar or a ukulele bought on Fifth street in 1950. Time to throw our heads back and sing our song.” Quigley will also be entered into the Canada Day Parade. He is scheduled to be the final entry in the parade.
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MusicFest will be Kidjo’s intro to the Island Time magazine refers to her as Africa’s premier diva. Her name is Angelique Kidjo, a Benin-born, Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter who headlines Vancouver Island MusicFest Friday, July 11. Her latest album, Eve, debuted at number one on Billboard’s world chart. Her 2008 recording, Djin Djin, won a Grammy for Best Contemporary World Music Album. Angelique engaged in a question and answer with the Record: Q: Will this be your first visit to Vancouver Island? Yes! I have been to Vancouver many times, but never to Vancouver Island. Q: How is your tour going? Are you finishing a North American tour here, then departing to Europe? It is more crazy than that. I am in the middle of an American tour on the West Coast, then I’m going to the Lugano Jazz Festival in Switzerland to sing with a symphonic orchestra, then going back to Vancouver Island just for you before singing at the Istanbul Jazz Festival. Q: Looks like you have enjoyed many career highlights. No doubt winning a Grammy was one of them. What does Djin Djin mean? Djin Djin is the sound of the bell that announces a new day for Africa. The Bell has started to ring. It is not very loud yet but I can hear it: Africa is changing a lot. We still have many obstacles but we’re on the way. Q: I understand you collaborate with women’s choirs from Kenya and Benin, who sing in an array of native Beninese languages on Eve. How many languages do you speak? I speak Fon, Mina Yoruba and Goun from Benin, French as Benin is a francophone country, English then a bit of Portuguese. And German I learned at school. Q: I also understand a pair of trips inspired the album: 2007 in Chad and 2012 in Kenya, if I have this correct. Could you expand on these experiences and how they inspired the ‘expressions of female empowerment’ on Eve? I have travelled the whole continent of Africa with UNICEF and I found that women are the true backbone. They
Yvonne, after whom the album is named. Is your mother also a singer/ songwriter? No, she is not. She had a theatre company and she always
loved music and acting, and she can sing too, but she never made it into a career. She gave me the love of the stage when at age six I filled in for one of her young actors. Q:Where is home these days? Are you based out of New York? If I’m honest I should say that home is airports and hotel rooms! ••• Other performers on the Friday lineup include Roy Rogers & The Delta Rhythm Kings with Carlos Reyes, Sam Baker, Royal Southern Brotherhood and the sensational Korean drum group Dulsori. For the entire Friday schedule, go to www.islandmusicfest. com, where you can also buy your tickets, for $81, plus applicable taxes and fees. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord. com
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The Book of George: Sawchuk exhibit opens Friday at CVAG Paula Wild Record Arts
George Sawchuk was stocky and strong with large hands battered by years of physical labour. A philosopher at heart, Sawchuk’s art blends politics and whimsy, humour and truth. He primarily worked with wood, sometimes live trees. Sawchuk died of kidney failure in Feb. 2012 but memories of the Fanny Bay resident – and his art – live on. “The Book of George – The Life and Art of George Sawchuk” opens at the Comox Valley Art Gallery on Friday June 27 at 6 p.m. A make art project, water tasting and sampling of sugar cookies made from a Sawchuk recipe are scheduled for the first hour, with opening remarks at 7 p.m.
Purposeful title “The exhibit title is based on George’s propensity to put books in trees,” explains guest curator Grant Schilling. “Like a lot of people, I felt a special bond with George. As curator I feel I’m just the vessel for so many people’s love and affection for him.” For most of his life, Sawchuk worked large and it was no small effort for Schilling and friends to move pieces from Fanny Bay to the gallery in downtown Courtenay. But the show is also unique for the archival material that will be shown publicly for the first time. “None of George’s work, or this show, would have been possible without the assistance of his partner, Pat (Helps),” notes Schilling. “She was a huge part of the art he created and gave me access to virtually everything.” Archival highlights include photographs of Sawchuk’s earliest work in the 1960s, as well as sketches he drew on the back of Fanny Bay Fire Dept. cheques.
Go west, young man Born in Kenora, Ontario in 1927, Sawchuk was sent to Catholic school as a child and developed an interest in communism as he matured. He was in his teens when he rode the rails west, settling in B.C., where he found employment as a logger, fisherman and construction worker. In his spare time Sawchuk began experimenting with outdoor sculptures. In an earlier interview, Sawchuk said that he’d read about many Canadian artists but hadn’t come across anything he considered truly Canadian. He asked himself, “What is Canada known for? What would be distinctive Canadian art?” The answer was simple: trees.
Forced early retirement led to art When his leg was crushed in an industrial accident, early retirement meant more time for art. Then his next door neighbour, conceptual artist Ian Baxter, saw what Sawchuk was doing. Canada Council grants were applied for and received and Sawchuk’s work was shown in prestigious galleries in Vancouver, Montreal, Seattle, Portland, Saskatoon and other locations. At one show in Washington DC, every single piece sold. “George is an artist unencumbered by intellectual notions of what contemporary art is supposed to be,” former Comox Valley Art Gallery curator Tony Martin said in a previous interview. “He is exactly who he is, there is no pretentiousness, no artifice. So many artists, art writers and
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Fanny Bay days In the mid-1970s, Sawchuk and Helps bought property in Fanny Bay which they cleared by hand. As well as creating sculpture, Sawchuk built paths through the second-growth cedar and hemlock and combining windfall trees and found objects such as faucets, mirrors and glass balls to design a unique outdoor art gallery. Sawchuk’s sculptures eventually wandered over his property line onto Crown land. In 1997, government officials told him to remove his work. But a public outcry and impressive show of support from the arts community resulted in the demands being dropped.
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Reggae coming to the Wave The Waverley Hotel presents the funk and Latin-infused reggae band Providencia on Friday, July 5. The Medellin, California band, which has been together for 13 years, is on the tail end of their promotional tour for their debut album Radio Candela, and will soon hit the studio for their follow-up album. The band gained recognition in 2009 when it received the Subterrania award for Best Reggae Group. Providencia has toured throughout the U.S., as well as numerous locales in South and Central America. Providencia has been invited to the biggest music festivals in Colombia; Altavoz, Rock al Parque, Manizales Grita Rock, Ibague Ciudad Rock, Miche Rock Festival and next week, they will be in Cumberland.
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The Comox Valley Piano Society hosted its annual Year-End Piano Recital and Awards night recently, at the Stan Hagen Theatre, NI College. This recital has traditionally been a time for music students to gain experience in performing their exam repertoire and/or to showcase the results of their music study for the year. Several awards were presented. The Shirley Fletcher Book Awards went to Michael Robert, Morgan Cross, Noah Fretts, Kathryn Machin, Kaya Hund and Chelsea Woods. The Fletcher family donated this fund in memory of Shirley Fletcher, a founding and long standing member of the Piano
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Winners from the awards night, hosted by the Comox Valley Piano Society. From left, Michael Robert, Mahara Mtawali, Kaya Hund, Morgan Cross, Chelsea Woods, Kathryn Machin, Noah Fretts, Nicole Cho, Asia Crowther, Thomas Drew. PHOTO SUBMITTED Society. Each student received a piano book specially selected for them by their teacher. The CV Piano Society presents awards to any student who has completed both the practical and theory exams at a senior level. This year, there was only one recipient: Nicole Cho.
The Marie Josephine Richard Piano Scholarship is a competition (with a workshop component) and a prize of $500. This award has been donated by Helene McGall in memory of her mother. Ms. McGall was the director of Fine Arts for SD 71. This year’s winner is Thomas Drew.
Sawchuk: Gallery named in his honour
Continued from page B2 Helps would like to see a 1.8 acre parcel containing many of Sawchuk’s sculptures become a park. A potluck celebration of the Forest Gallery will take place on July 1 from 2 p.m. on at 372 Bates Drive, Fanny Bay. Authors Terry Glavin and Elizabeth Bachinsk will be reading from their work.
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In 2008, CVAG named one of its galleries after the artist and the Comox Valley Community Arts Council awarded Sawchuk the honorary title of “Valley Treasure.” “George Sawchuk has a national reputation and has shown his work internationally,” said CVCAC director Robert Moon at the ceremony.
“He has made a genuine contribution to the culture of the Comox Valley.” “George didn’t display his work much later in life so this is a rare opportunity to see some of the pieces and gain some insight into his life,” says Schilling. “The exhibit honours George and his work. I hope people will be able to share some stories as we all continue to read and write the book of George.” Also opening at the gallery the same evening is “Wildwood Stories,” paintings by Suzan Marczak and “If You go down to the Woods Today,” mixed media by students of Roseberry Preschool. The Comox Valley Art Gallery is located at 580 Duncan Ave. in Courtenay. For more information visit www.comoxvalleyartgallery.com.
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How to Train Your Dragon 2 3D G: Violence Nightly: 7:05 & 9:40 ; Mon, Wed & Thurs Mats: 3D 3:30; Fri - Sun & Tues Mats: 3D 12:25 & 2D 3:40 Tammy 14A: Coarse language
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HAPPENING To have your entertainment event included in our What’s Happening lineup, please send the details of your event to editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com. Event listing should be no more than 50 words and should include date, time, place and cost. Thursday, June 26 FLAMENCO SHOW - Zocalo Cafe hosts an evening of live music and dance performed by local troupe - Azucena Flamenco. The show starts at 7 p.m. and, to secure a seat, reservations are recommended. Tickets are $25 and include tapas.
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• Practical help in overcoming the impacts of abuse or violence • A welcoming safe place to develop confidence and practical skills • Workshops to prepare you for work • Assistance in exploring career options
Friday, June 27 EVERGREEN CLUB FRIDAY NIGHT DANCE Crosstown Express in the Rotary Hall at Courtenay Recreation’s Filberg Centre, from 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. Cost is $5 for Evergreen members and $7 for non-members. A flat rate of $4 after 9:30 p.m. Saturday June 28 OUTDOOR CONCERT The Comox Valley Concert Band presents an outdoor concert at Simm’s Park starting at 7 p.m. The MC will honour Canada Day, focusing on the history of immigrants. A wide variety of tunes will be enjoyable for everyone. Bring your comfy law chair. Monday June 30 NITE BEFORE CONCERT IN SIMMS PARK The kick off to Canada Day, offers the most awesome concert ever. 2 Big Bands THE REUNION and THE SUTCLIFFES will be on stage from 7pm till dark. This concert is free for the whole family. comoxvalleycanadaday.ca for info. Tuesday, July 1st DAY AT THE MUSEUM Courtenay Museum Open House noon to 4 pm. Free admission, balloons, door prize draws. FMI: 250-334-0686 THE SUTCLIFFES on stage on the new Lewis Park Stage from 1:30pm, followed by Todd Butler and his band. Music all day in the Park, Come and enjoy the free entertainment OLD FASHIONED TEA DANCE in the Native Son’s Hall at 2pm. The Georgia Strait Big Band plays all the great songs and Evergreen Group will give you tea and cake, and it is all free! CELEBRATE CANADA CONCERT in Sid Williams Theatre at 7pm will present over a dozen short performances over a 2-3 hour show. The show is free, come early for a good seat. check out list of performers at comoxvalleycanadaday. ca Saturday, July 5 LIVE AT THE WAVE Providencia; funk and Latin-infused reggae band from Medellin, Columbia. Tix $12 available at at Bop City, the Waverley Hotel, (250) 336-8322 or online at cumberlandvillageworks.com Friday, July 11 VANCOUVER ISLAND MUSICFEST at Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds. FMI: www.islandmusicfest.com. Saturday, July 12 VANCOUVER ISLAND MUSICFEST at Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds. FMI: www.islandmusicfest.com. Sunday, July 13 VANCOUVER ISLAND MUSICFEST at Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds. FMI: www.islandmusicfest.com. Thursday, July 17 FARMERS’ MARKET Comox by the Sea Night Markets! The third Thursday of the month throughout the summer, special guests the Comox Valley Farmers’ Market. Come on down to Comox Ave and enjoy the fun, starting at 4 p.m. Sunday, July 20 TEA A THE GARDENS Downton Abbey Tea at the Gardens on Anderton. Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Courtenay. Tickets $20 at Square 1 Travel or 897-3697. Fund raiser for Anderton Therapeutic Gardens. Friday, Aug. 1 FILBERG FESTIVAL at Filberg Park in Comox. For more information, visit www.filbergfestival.com. Saturday, Aug. 2 FILBERG FESTIVAL at Filberg Park in Comox. For more information, visit www.filbergfestival.com. Sunday, Aug. 3 FILBERG FESTIVAL at Filberg Park in Comox. For more information, visit www.filbergfestival.com.
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Saturday, Aug. 16 OUTDOOR CONCERT Atmosphere festival. For more information, visit atmosphere gathering.com. Sunday, Aug. 17 OUTDOOR CONCERT Atmosphere festival. For more information, visit atmosphere gathering.com.
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Managing distance caregiving I
t’s hard to believe our family is a week away from a mini-holiday getaway. That’s right, it’s summertime in the Comox Valley. For my business, it’s often a time when long-distance family members make the trek up to the Island to spend time with their aging loved ones. In fact, 22 per cent of family caregivers provide care to aging loved ones long-distance. It can be quite the ride – guilt for not doing enough or for not being there for our parents and intown family, sadness in accepting our aging loved one’s decline, anxiety and stress of frequent and unpredictable travel and fear of the unknown. Here are some tips to make distance caregiving more manageable: Stay connected: It’s hard to tackle tricky conversations if you’ve been out of touch. There are literally a hundred ways to stay connected. Talk first, act later: Before jumping in and getting too involved with researching what help is available, start with an evaluation of your aging loved one’s situation. Collect information during a visit or over the phone. Find out what’s been done by in-town family,
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neighbours, friends and community health professionals. Broach (carefully!) future care and housing options. Learn everything you can about your loved one’s disease or disability. This becomes the backbone of your care plan. It also helps you as a caregiver better understand what your aging family member is going through. Build a team that works: Find out who is in regular contact with the person being cared for and ask them to be part of the care team. Your team will include other family members and siblings, neighbours, close friends, community care providers, to name a few. Be clear in advance on what type of care and help is needed and be respectful of people’s limits, skills, availability and willingness. Find a quarterback: Designate one person as a primary contact person. A case manager or eldercare planner can also serve as the caregiver’s point person. Get to know the locals: Build in time to research what programs and supports
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are available in the community. Keep everyone in the loop: Longdistance caregivers often feel left out of decisions or get infor-
Wendy Johnstone is a gerontologist and is the founder of Keystone Eldercare Solutions. Her column runs in the Record every second Thursday.
Pearl Cove
Salon & Esthetics Studio
Pearl Cove Salon & Esthetics Studio welcomes back
Jenny Brown Jenny Brown After taking care of family and kids Jenny is back to offer her services once again. She welcomes all her previous and new clients with a 30% discount on all services including cuts, colours and hi-lites for the month of July. Jenny is a talented stylist with over 11 years of experience, offers genuine care to her clients, is passionate about her craft and us excited to be back. Book your appointment with Jenny by calling 250-871-1122 250-871-1122 • Good for bookings thru to the end of July
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VolUNTeeR CoNNeCToR
“Research has shown that people who volunteer often live longer.” -Allen Klein Habitat Piercy Build - Landscaping
Habitat for Humanity Vancouver Island North Tabitha Shaw (250-334-3777) We are looking for hard-working, dedicated, physically fit individuals who don’t mind shoveling and raking gravel for a good cause at 1580 Piercy Avenue. No experience in construction is necessary. The build is open from 8am - 3pm, Tuesday through Friday; flexible hours.
Re-Store Cashier
Habitat for Humanity Vancouver Island North Tabitha Shaw (250-334-3777) Comprehensive training is provided, and there are no requirements other than a friendly disposition. Morning, Afternoon and On-call shifts available. The Comox Valley Re-store is open from 9:30am – 5pm, Monday through Saturday. Volunteer shifts can be flexible, within those hours – to accommodate your schedule.
Filberg Festival Volunteer, August 1st – 4th Filberg Fest | Kirra Gullickson (250-339-2715) The 32nd annual Filberg Festival will take place August 1 to 4, 2014. the FHLPA is needing volunteers for a variety of dynamic crews: Volunteer Lounge, Music store, Gates, Site Access, Site, Kid’s Area, Raffle, Security, and Little Filbergers.
Driver/Dispatcher Meals on Wheels | Bill Thomas (250-703-2222) Drivers delivery of Meals throughout the Comox Valley Tuesdays and Thursdays of Each Week. Drivers normally deliver a set route of about 8 - 10 clients twice per Month.
Market Helper C. V. Farmers Market | Vickey Brown (250-218-0321) Volunteering at the farmers market includes: set up and tear down of our tent, musicians stage, info table and signage, operating our point of sale system, answering questions about the farmers market and receiving comments/input from customers, collecting product from the vendors and working in the kids area or counting attendees.
Gardeners 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.
Simon’s Cycle YANA Ride, August 17th You Are Not Alone | Wendy Mayers (250-218-9968) The Simon’s Cycles YANA Ride is a fun, challenging and unique bicycle ride through the beautiful Comox Valley. Routes include a 25km, 50km or 100km ride, a 5km family look ride and a special run bike race for little ones. Volunteer roles include set-up, registration, run-bike support and much more.
Join Us at the Comox Rotary Stage!
Thursday Evenings 7-9pm All Concert Ticket Holders are Eligible to enter a draw at the concerts for a chance to win an acoustic guitar courtesy of Long & McQuade The Draw will be held at the final concert of the series.
JULY 3 ...........BLACKBERRY WOOD
They play a high-energy cabaret spin on dreamy old musical styles adding big juicy modern ska, blues, bumpin’ hip-hop, gypsy punk ‘n many other irresistible body shakin’, foot stompin’ sounds. www.blackberrywood.ca
JULY 17 .........FISH & BIRD
A five-piece indie-folk powerhouse band who have cool vocal improv sections, rock out in 11/8, sometimes it seems like they’re playing bluegrass. www.fishandbird.ca
AUGUST 14 ...DES LARSON BAND
His unique style reflects West coast lifestyle with urban appeal. Des always captures the perfect moment with straight-to-theheart vocals, soulful falsetto and mesmerizing guitar work www.deslarson.com
AUGUST 21 ...CRIKEY MOR
Brought together by a shared love of Irish traditional music, Crikey Mor got together playing Irish tunes every week at a local pub. Some of the core members of the session decided to band together and bring this awesome music to the stage. www.facebook.com/crikeymor
TICKETS $15 PER CONCERT (
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12 & UNDER - FREE)
Available Online, at the Filberg Gift Shop (fri-sun 11-4), Blue Heron Books, Long & McQuade and Laughing Oyster Books
Fruit Tree Program Lush Valley Food Action Society Cynthia Fitton (250-331-0152) Have you ever picked a fruit tree? From August till November LUSH Valley helps to pick fruit trees in Comox Valley. The volunteers get to take home part of the harvest. Don’t worry about ladders there are some picks where the trees are short enough to pick from the ground.
Stepping Stones Volunteer Shift Worker
Stepping Stones House for Women Theresa McNicol (250-897-0360) Supervise and support women in early recovery from alcohol and drug addiction. No experience necessary.Compassion, a big heart and good listening skills important. Shifts range from 2 hour fitness shifts to 12 hour overnight shifts and can be scheduled on a “committed” or casual basis.
Toy Library Clerk Comox Valley Toy Library Society Rebecca Mohrs (250-871-1702) Great opportunity if you love little children and their families! Maintain the toy exchange log book, assist members in exchanging their toys & collect late fees, clean returned toys, explain our service to potential new members. Minimum age 16 years old, will provide training.
Special Events Fundraiser
Special Olympics BC – Comox Valley Alisa Hooper (250-218-9311) We are looking for an individual to plan and coordinate an annual special event fundraiser for our local chapter. Develop and coordinate an annual special event fundraiser prepare any media/advertising materials liaise with local business and/or events people and attend monthly executive meetings.
VolUNTeeR Comox Valley WWW.FILBERG.COM Dine at the THE FILBERG TEA HOUSE For reservations: 250-339-0747
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Puzzling… Fun by the Numbers: Here’s how it works: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!
SOLUTION TO LAST WEEK’S PUZZLES
ACROSS 1 Sag down 6 “Your Business” channel 11 Solo seen with Chewbacca 14 Snapshot 19 Meet with fellow grads 20 Classic name in arcades 21 Santa — Zoo 22 Biblical king in Matthew 23 Start of a riddle 26 “I come from — down under” (1981 hit song lyric) 27 English king called “the Conqueror” 28 Sunrise side 29 Concerning kidneys 30 Airline to Lod 31 Riddle, part 2 36 1987 NFL MVP John 38 Some tournament rounds, informally 39 “There — god!” 40 Comply with 43 Ore- — (maker of Crispers!) 44 Sticky stuff 47 Vainglory 50 Riddle, part 3 55 Down time 56 “Eh” grade 57 Very old Olds 58 Choir female 59 High-school grad, e.g. 60 Stick (to) 63 Catch sight of 67 State-of-mind missions, in military slang 70 Riddle, part 4 74 Diving result 75 Not casual 76 Lead role in “La Cage aux Folles” 77 End in — (finish evenly) 78 Océano filler 80 Thai language 82 Little peeve 83 Part of DOJ: Abbr. 84 Riddle, part 5 91 Certain poem 92 Check casher, say 93 Kicker Groza 94 Seeks some answers 95 Brand of brake fluid 96 “Greetings” 98 Calyx part 102 End of the riddle
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Firework part City near Giza Holy likeness Prehensile-tailed fish Fight Riddle’s answer Nobel winner Joliot-Curie Immense time span Subparts Penetrating Was nervy enough 007, for one Ballerina’s skill, in Paris Actress Witherspoon
DOWN 1 Bank in a check transaction 2 Replenish the stock of 3 Make illegal 4 “He’s a priest,” per Ogden Nash 5 Gilpin of “Frasier” 6 Molten rock 7 Giant step 8 No, in Ayr 9 Lingerie garment 10 Op. — (abbr. in a footnote) 11 Responses to jokes 12 “— of robins in her hair”: Joyce Kilmer 13 Three-nation pact of ’94 14 Old Jewish sectarian 15 Capital of Montana 16 Bornean ape, briefly 17 Relating to musical pitch 18 In an unusual way 24 Spa reaction 25 100-yr. stretches 32 Ballet bend 33 Verdi work 34 Apple option 35 — and kin 37 Kobe cash 41 Florida birds 42 Driver’s peg 44 Medusas’ counterparts 45 At a boat’s back 46 “It’s hard to — Trane” 47 GOP symbol 48 Fights noisily 49 Have title to 50 Bankbook ID 51 Put back on the roster 52 Certain organ part 53 Bygone bird
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Long-eared leapers Little city Qualified By means of Hang in there Prized violin, for short Fidel’s friend Guevara Pabst beer “— -haw!” (rodeo cry) Of ill repute Golfer Sandy Film terrier Big whoop “Shucks” Sly-fox linkup Bought the film rights to Performs like Snoop Lion Makeup of Hawaii Noodlehead Waikiki wiggling Accepts Send in troops, e.g. Holy place Innuendo Inceptions Chase Frozen or liquid things “Joan of Arc” star Sobieski Pungent Dr. of radio Winter coat feature Hill helpers Inside story Singer Bono Tantalize Snead of golf Frosty coat “Slung” stuff — steady basis Wine, in Paris
HOROSCOPES: Week of June 29 to July 5, 2014 ARIES: You’re most likely an ambitious person, but you need to build up your self-confidence before you can succeed. Look for healthy ways to boost your self-esteem. TAURUS: You are, typically, a person who requires stability. If you’re in the middle of moving, find some reassurance by asking your loved one for some affection. GEMINI: People under this sign are great communicators, and thus you spare no effort in expressing disagreement. You won’t hesitate to let the whole world know about any sort of injustice. CANCER: A precarious financial situation leads to some anxiety. If you look at things from a more dispassionate perspective, you will see that this is only a temporary situation.
LEO: You’re excited about some new challenges. You accomplish a brilliant exploit at work or at home, and it leads you further on the path of success. VIRGO: You may witness a situation that leaves you feeling puzzled. Perhaps someone tells you a secret that you don’t feel comfortable keeping for one reason or another. LIBRA: Don’t overdo it with coffee this week, even if you feel overwhelmed by stress. Some situations slip out of your control, requiring you to step back. SCORPIO: You take on new responsibilities at work that are going to be very profitable for you. The adjustment won’t be easy, but your perseverance will allow you to reach your goals.
SAGITTARIUS: People under this sign crave adventure and travel. You wish to reconnect with your true nature and take steps to live a unique experience. CAPRICORN: Perhaps it’s time to get some professional guidance if you can’t overcome certain emotions. Any sort of change can only be beneficial for you. AQUARIUS: The foundations of your relationship are shaken. You are a person who is always making compromises, and now your partner must do the same. PISCES: Remember that physical health is connected to mental health. If you have a chronic health problem, look for the causes in your emotions and in your past.
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Barn owls ‘fascinating’
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aby bird MARS MOMENT season is certainly in top gear this year; ANDY MARS has been inunAIRFIELD dated with a bumper crop of babies. Our intensive care nursery has few spaces left but thankfully baby wildlife tends to mature quickly, leaving space for new arrivals. Among the most fascinating and mysterious birds are owls, which are also one of my favourites, especially the barn owl. This species of owl is a unique family that has been dated from fossilized remains to be between 12 and 20 million years old. Barn owls are easily identified by a number of distinct features that are not seen in any other owls. White, heart-shaped faces are outlined in dark brown feathers highlighting their brown almond-shaped eyes. In the centre of the face is a large beak hidden amongst the facial feathers. Their backs
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are brown and buff coloured with dark brown speckles and their breasts are white; this allows them to change colour as they appear to ‘disappear’ when changing direction in flight. Habitat for barn owls is open farm lands with barns but they are also found in old out-buildings and will also shelter in caves, cliffs and even manmade boxes. A few years ago MARS rescued two baby owlets that were found in a chimney. Barn owls’ main food source is field mice and other rodents which they can consume in great numbers in one night; they will even store some extra mice for a late night snack. Farmers welcome barn owls as they control the rodent population in the barns. MARS received two baby barn owls in the last few weeks; both had been found on the ground having either fallen from the nest or orphaned from their mother. Please check our website www.wingtips.org to view a priceless video clip of a baby barn owl at feeding time; you will be treated to the amazing vocalization these owls possess, which
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MARS RECEIVED TWO baby barn owls in the past few weeks. is why they were often accused of being spooky and ghostlike. Please make sure you drive with care there a lots of fawns on the roads especially in the Comox area. Ditches have been cleared but the fawns still lay low jumping out when least expected. To check our calendar of upcoming events please go to our website. To report inured or orphaned wildlife please call 250-337-2021. Sandy Fairfield is the educational co-ordinator for the Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society (MARS). The MARS column appears every second Thursday.
Ensuring your vehicle is secure, another method
W
hile the law does require that you must lock your vehicle or make it secure in some manner to prevent its unauthorized use, locking the doors and rolling up the windows is not the only way to accomplish this. In most cases you can still leave the windows down to keep animals in the vehicle cool in warmer weather. Most vehicles today
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are built with antitheft devices built in. The most obvious one that comes to my mind is that when I remove my ignition key the steering and gear selector on my vehicle are automati-
cally locked. Should I choose to leave my doors unlocked and the windows down a potential thief cannot steer the vehicle or get the transmission out of park in order to roll it away. While the
contents of my vehicle may be open to theft, it is still secured against use by others that I have not given the key to. For more information about this topic, visit www.drivesmart-
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Hannah Watson The Record is pleased to recognize Hannah Watson for her excellent work in newspaper delivery to homes in the Courtenay area. Hannah is 11 years old and attends École Puntledge Park Elementary. Hannah enjoys her trampoline, absolutely loves swimming in Puntledge river, running while doing her paper route while taking in the pretty homes and gorgeous gardens. Congratulations Hannah and enjoy your gifts from these communityminded businesses.
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Saturday, July 26 Modeled after The Amazing Race
TEAM REGISTRATION NOW OPEN TEAMS OF 4 OR 5 $25 per person
All proceeds to benefit Cumberland Community Forest Society Teams wind their way through the Comox Valley using a series of clues, challenges and check stops, in vehicles OR self-propelled. Finish Line Celebration in the Village of Cumberland Prizes, Live Music & Food!
TOURNAMENT Thrifty Foods — Low Gross Signature Wines — Low Net HOLE-IN-ONE Westview Ford Visual Sound Quick & Easy Granite EXPEDIA CruiseShipCenters Comox Valley MEDIA Comox Valley Record THE GOAT 98.9 FM KP’s Vogue Optical Courtenay My Tech Guys CHAD’S West Coast Grill & Bar Affirmations Massage Therapy Anco Motel Anderton Nursery Atlas Café Scotia Bank Bernie Poole — RE/MAX Ocean Pacific Bob Scott Bobcat Services Boston Pizza Budget Blinds Central Mountain Air Coastal Community Credit Union Comox Recreation Centre Curves Comox Comox Physio First Insurance Flying Colors Francis’ Jewelers Glacier Greens Ladies’ Club Glacier Greens Saturday Morning Mens’ Club
KP’s continued EXPEDIA CruiseShipCenters Comox Valley Signature Oil & Vinegar WATER HOLES Glacier Greens Saturday Men’s Club KIA Motors SPECIAL THANK YOU Bill Kelly Golf — Pro Shop Staff Club Manager — Paul Dashkewytch Greens Supervisor — Wayne Wood and Staff Course Marking — Doug McArthur Tournament Draw — Kevin Hunt Ben Gill’s Catering To All Our GGGC Volunteers Global Destinations & Travel Holiday Inn Express & Suites I-HOS Gallery Imperial Welding Jamie Edwards — Royal Lepage Michaels’ Off Main Old House Resort & Suites Pietrzykowski Bay & Associates Portfolio Strategies Quality Foods Courtenay Riverway Dental Royston Roasting Co. SISIP Financial Slegg Lumber SOS Orthotics Stardust Aesthetics & Bodycare The Westerly Hotel & Convention Centre Van Isle Vet Woofy’s Pet Food
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Cruises available aboard the MV Uchuck II supply vessel the Pacific Ocean by Nootka Island. Heading out to the open ocean via Esperanza Inlet and Kendrick Arm the MV Uchuck III makes her way to Kyuquot Sound, the day’s final port of call. Guests aboard are now getting to know each other, hunkering down in the lounge, trading stories, sharing photos and enjoying a bowl of fresh made chili or soup. A few settle in for a nap or tuck into a good book or the ever-popular ‘Nootka Sounder’, the MV Uchuck III’s own onboard newspaper with information about the vessel, the communities, local history and the wildlife of the area.
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A trip aboard the MV Uchuck III gives visitors a glimpse into a unique maritime way of life. The coves and inlets of the rugged northwest coast of Vancouver Island are home to remote logging camps, fishing resorts, fish farms and coastal communities – all of which have no road access and rely on Nootka Sound Service and its MV Uchuck III to deliver everything from groceries to fuel on a weekly basis. The MV Uchuck III is, quite literally, a lifeline to these marine outposts and carries a variety of cargo on her voyages. The MV Uchuck III carries more than just freight. She also carries passengers who wish to experience a true “Wild West Coast” adventure. The very friendly and informative crew enjoys interacting with the guests and the ‘Kyuquot Adventure’ offers those onboard an opportunity to witness the day-to-day activities of a working marine vessel as well as see spectacular coastal scenery and marine wildlife.
Weekly sailings Departing every Thursday (year round) from Gold River, this popular two-day marine cruise takes you through Nootka Sound, Esperanza Inlet and offshore on the open Pacific to the quiet village of Kyuquot where you stay overnight. Heading out early in the morning from Gold River guests settle in
Whale watching The MV Uchuck III is a lifeline to the west coast of Vancouver island. Photo Submitted on the top deck to take in the scenery of the inlet and its rugged forested cliff faces that plunge into the sea. Pods of kayakers hug the shorelines, eagles cruise overhead, diving down to grab fish close to the surface. Cameras are working overtime and you’re only 20 minutes out from the dock as the aroma of fresh baked muffins and coffee wafts up from the galley below. Stopping at fish farms, supplies and food are dropped off for both the employees and the Atlantic salmon that are being raised in open net holding pens. Standing close to the action, guests watch the First Mate deftly man the controls of the cargo winch as it lifts supplies from the cargo hold and drops them onto the dock, taking
into consideration tide and wind effects on the vessel. Heading further down Tahsis Inlet stops are made at resorts and logging operations to drop off much needed supplies. These drop-offs are informative for those interested in resource industries as well as those who are more interested in the environment. It’s also an opportunity to engage in dialogue with the boat’s crew as well as workers on the dock as they work offloading supplies. Up to this point the vessel has been travelling in relatively calm waters, protected from
Nothing gets the guests back on their feet and back out on the decks faster than someone shouting: “There’s whales out here!” Fortunate guests get to see Humpback whales breaching as well as watching the antics of sea otters in kelp beds in the sheltered waters behind a multitude of small rugged islands along the route. This open ocean stretch is great for wildlife viewing, bird watching and offers opportunities for taking some great west coast landscape photos. Coming into the sheltered waters of Kyuquot Sound passengers witness what a truly remote maritime village looks like
on Vancouver Island. Small cabins and docks dot the landscape, boardwalks and trails hug the shoreline of small islands and rocky outcrops, all backed by towering Douglas fir and Cedar trees. The evening meal is served bunkhouse style in a one-room restaurant that once served as the community’s school in days gone by.
Accommodations Accommodations include beach side cabins, B&Bs and a local resort. Following the return trip, after arriving back in Gold River guests say their goodbyes to new found friends with whom they had shared a unique and rewarding experience. Undoubtedly, many photos will trade hands by email and the memories will last forever. For more information on Nootka Sound Service’s ‘Kyuquot Adventure’ and other scheduled cruises go to www.getwest.ca
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Ty Wishart enjoyed his first season of pro hockey in Germany -- SEE PAGE B18
Red 21 Grinders win A Division title at Comox Cup road hockey tourney -- SEE PAGE B18
COMOX VALLEY RECORD ♦ SPORTS EDITOR: EARLE COUPER ♦ THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 2014
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Harry Lavoie contributed greatly to local sports A celebration of his life goes this Sunday from 1-3 p.m. at Lewis Park Earle Couper
Harry coached a variety of sports teams throughout the Valley, which led to The Comox Valley lost him staying involved in his a well-respected member favourite sport of fastball or of the sporting community softball, which he umpired and much-beloved fam- in for many years before ily man with the death of hanging up the “Blue” for Harry Lavoie. good just a few years ago. The 78-year-old passed You could always find away unexpectedly in the Harry in his chair at the early morning of June 1 back of the Lewis Park confrom an abdominal optic cession stand coaching the aneurysm. umpires on calls Born Sept. and plays as 18, 1935, He was defi- they happened Harry was – when he was husband to nitely loved by the supposed to be Joan, and ladies’ league. It’s helping Joan they were just a big loss for Joan work the contwo months cession, as they and her family short of their have done for 50th wedding and the extended decades. anniversary. family at the ball Fellow umpire He was father park. Ron Carter got to three chilto know Harry Gord Parnham back in the dren – Stuart, Steve early 1970s. He and Jolinda umpired fastball – and their families, which games with Stuart when included nine adorable Steve was playing catcher. grandchildren and many “Harry and Joan spent others who called him Dad hours and hours in that or Grandpa over the past little shack, feeding everyyears. body hamburgers and hotThe Lavoies moved to dogs. They were always the Comox Valley in 1971 good to all the umpires and where Harry coached the ball players. You couldn’t sports his children played. have got two better people For the boys that included down there running that soccer, baseball, softball place,” Carter said. and men’s fastball and for Former umpire Gord Jolinda it was minor soft- Parnham, who knew Harry ball. He also refereed juve- for over 30 years, says he nile soccer when the boys was a kind-hearted soul played that sport. who would do anything for Harry and Joan were anybody. “He was always involved in youth bowling there, willing to help,” and participated in adult Parnham said. bowling leagues. They “He was definitely loved coached many youth bowl- by the ladies’ league. It’s a ing teams along the way. big loss for Joan and her
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THIS COLLAGE WAS put together to pay tribute to Harry Lavoie at this year’s Comox Valley Women’s Fastball League Charity Tournament at Lewis Park. Lavoie was very involved with ladies’ fastball. family and the extended family at the ball park.” Gord Kruger, a former District 3 umpire in chief with Softball BC, knew Harry for 40 years and said he played a huge role in helping him organize the ladies’ league back in the mid 70s. “We had a lot of ball going on in those days… fastpitch and ladies. It was
pretty loosey-goosey. I tried to stitch it together. It was a bit overwhelming at times. I assigned Harry to be the coordinator for ladies’ umps (and) he did an outstanding job for the girls.” Kruger said Harry was deeply involved in the women’s league charity tournament (which has been going strong for 32 years) and coordinated other fundrais-
ing tourneys for various causes, including BC Heart and Stroke and St. Joseph’s General Hospital. Stuart notes his dad will be forever deeply loved and sadly missed by his family and friends and all those he got to know and meet while involved with so many sports in the community for decades. A celebration of life for
this wonderful husband, father, grandfather and dear friend will be held Sunday, June 29 at Lewis Park diamond #1 right behind the concession stand from 1-3 p.m. Bring your lawn chair if you prefer not to stand. If the weather is not good, the celebration will move inside to the Lewis Centre.
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Miata drivers are Mazda lifers Despite the relatively early call time, go-time is just around the corner. a group of almost 100 Mazda Miata/ The meeting wraps up; we branch into MX-5 drivers/passengers gathers for our respective groups and fire up the the morning’s meeting. engines. The weather is looking As honorary members favourable even though for the event, my cothe a.m. envelops the pilot – aka my mother crowd with its chilliness. Zsuzsanna Straub – It’s not raining though. and I get behind the That’s a good sign. wheel of our MX-5. Tour organizer and Within moments, we’re former Trillium Miata topless. (The car. Not Regardless Club president, Gary us!) Svoboda, talks about the of background, Seven vehicles comday’s journey, addresses profession, or prise a group, including some basic housekeep- preference in exterior a leader and a sweeper. We’re comfortably ing rules, makes some colour, few vehicles nestled in the bosom of jokes and engages in in the world bring the pack. witty banter with a Our job is to enjoy ourgroup of excited Miata people together as selves, as well as give enthusiasts. strongly as Mazda’s the MX-5 a little bit of Everyone is ready to hit MX-5. room to romp free. the roads of Vermont It’s hard not to smile on in their tiny, drop-top, Alexandra Straub the undulating roads of two-doors. Everything Vermont, which are lined with trees, from first generations Miatas, to the houses, fields and topped off with a latest and greatest rear-wheel drive bovine scent! roadsters line the gravel parking lot Then there is what is called “The of our home base, also known as the Notch.” A mountain road where emaStowehof Inn. ciated limbs of indigenous trees look Stowe, Vermont’s usual claim to fame like they’re reaching out and trying to is as a ski destination. Currently, its touch the cars. claim to fame is the 46 Mazdas that Boulders are scattered and the path is drove in from Ontario and are congrepaved around it. gating for their annual tour. The intermittent obstacles would likely Each May long weekend, a group of be the outcome of two Greek gods club members looks forward to the having a rock fight. You would have event. It’s been going for more than to have superhuman strength to move 20 years and hasn’t disappointed. The them. crowd gets rowdier by the minute so
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The sinuous and slender road is a hoot to drive through especially with no one in front of you. The occasional crackling on the CB radios frequently is overpowered by instructions from the leader. Scenery aside, what was the most interesting to breathe in was the enthusiasm and energy of the Miata owners. Liz Burns has “Miatatude” stickered across her windshield. Miata earrings dangle from her ears as she professes her love of her emerald beauty. Another owner decided to turn his conventional doors into ones that open up not out. At breakfast, lunch and dinner, they regale each other with stories of other events they’ve been on. Outbursts of laughter perk up the ears of bystanders; making them wish they were at that table reliving the memories. The camaraderie of those young and young at heart is undisputable. Regardless of background, profession, or preference in exterior colour, few vehicles in the world bring people together as strongly as Mazda’s MX-5. Liz was one of the first members of the Trillium Miata Club. She expected to join a group of Miata owners and drive with them on weekends. Liz says she “didn’t expect to make friends for 25 years” but she did. And as the Miata/MX-5 turns 25 this year, here’s to another quarter century of promoting the best that life has to offer: the bond of mankind and machine, 167 horsepower at a time.
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Less Fuel. More Power. Great Value is a comparison between the 2014 and the 2013 Chrysler Canada product lineups. 40 MPG or greater claim (7.0 L/100 km) based on 2014 EnerGuide highway fuel consumption ratings. Government of Canada test methods used. Your actual fuel consumption may vary based on driving habits and other factors. Ask your dealer for the EnerGuide information. ¤2014 Dodge Dart 1.4 L I-4 16V Turbo – Hwy: 4.8 L/100 km (59 MPG) and City: 7.3 L/100 km (39 MPG). 2014 Dodge Journey 2.4 L with 4-speed automatic – Hwy: 7.7 L/100 km (37 MPG) and City: 11.2 L/100 km (25 MPG). 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.6 L VVT V6 6-speed automatic – Hwy: 7.9 L/100 km (36 MPG) and City: 12.2 L/100 km (23 MPG). Wise customers read the fine print: *, ♦, †, », €, §, Ω The Smart Choice Sales Event offers are limited time offers which apply to retail deliveries of selected new and unused models purchased from participating dealers on or after June 3, 2014. Offers subject to change and may be extended without notice. All pricing includes freight ($1,695) and excludes licence, insurance, registration, any dealer administration fees, other dealer charges and other applicable fees and taxes. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Dealer may sell for less. *Consumer Cash Discounts are offered on select new 2014 vehicles and are deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. ♦4.99% lease financing of up to 60 months available on approved credit through WS Leasing Ltd. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Westminster Savings Credit Union) to qualified customers on applicable new select models at participating dealers in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, Ontario, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Examples: 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan UFP/Dodge Journey UJP with a Purchase Price of $27,888/$27,888 leased at 4.99% over 60 months with $0 down payment, equals 130 bi-weekly payments of $147/$144. 2014 Dodge Dart with a Purchase Price of $16,888 leased at 4.99% over 60 months with $0 down payment, equals 260 weekly payments of $39. Down payment of $0 and applicable taxes, $475 WS registration fee and first bi-weekly/weekly payment are due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $20,071/$19,586/$10,738. Taxes, licence, registration, insurance, dealer charges and excess wear and tear not included. 18,000 kilometre allowance: charge of $.18 per excess kilometre. Some conditions apply. Security deposit may be required. See your dealer for complete details. †0.0% purchase financing for 36 months available through RBC, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance on 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan/Dodge Dart models. Examples: 2014 Dodge Dart SE (25A)/Dodge Journey CVP/Dodge Grand Caravan CVP with a Purchase Price of $16,880/$19,998/$19,998, with a $0 down payment, financed at 0.0% for 36 months equals 78 bi-weekly payments of $218/$256/$256; cost of borrowing of $0 and a total obligation of $16,880/$19,998/$19,998. »Ultimate Family Package Discounts available at participating dealers on the purchase of a new 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT with Ultimate Family Package (RTKH5329G). Discount consists of: (i) $2,500 in Bonus Cash that will be deducted from the negotiated price after taxes; and (ii) $850 in no-cost options that will be deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. Ultimate Journey Package Discounts available on the new 2014 Dodge Journey SXT Ultimate Journey Package (JCDP4928K) model based on the following MSRP options: $1,475 Flexible Seating Group, $1,200 Rear Seat DVD, $525 Convenience Group, $2,645 Navigation & Sound Group and $1,295 Sunroof with a customer cost of $2,145. 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Finance Pull-Ahead Bonus Cash will be deducted from the negotiated price after taxes. 1% Rate Reduction applies on approved credit to most qualifying subvented financing transactions through RBC, TD Auto Finance and Scotiabank. 1% Rate Reduction cannot be used to reduce the final interest rate below 0%. Eligible customers include all original and current owners of select Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram or Fiat models with an eligible standard/subvented finance or lease contract maturing between June 3, 2014 and June 30, 2017. Trade-in not required. See dealer for complete details and exclusions. ♦♦Based on IHS Automotive: Polk Canadian New Vehicle Registration data for 2013 Calendar Year for all Retail vehicles sold in the province of British Columbia. **Based on 2014 Ward’s upper small sedan costing under $25,000. ^Based on R. L. Polk Canada, Inc. May 2008 to September 2013 Canadian Total New Vehicle Registration data for Crossover Segments as defined by Chrysler Canada Inc. 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ON NOW AT YOUR BC CHEVROLET DEALERS. Chevrolet.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers Applies to new 2014 Chevrolet models, 2015 Chevrolet Silverado HD Pickups and 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban models, excluding Chevrolet Corvette, at participating dealers in Canada. Freight ($1,695) and PDI included. License, insurance, registration, administration fees, PPSA and taxes not included. Dealers may sell for less. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer trade may be required. See dealer for details. ‡Offer available to retail customers in Canada between June 3, 2014 and June 30, 2014. Applies to new 2014 Chevrolet models, 2015 Chevrolet Silverado HD Pickups and 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban models, excluding Chevrolet Corvette, at participating dealers in Canada. Employee price excludes license, insurance, registration, dealer administration fee, fees associated with filing at movable property registry/PPSA fees, duties, and taxes. Dealer may sell for less. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. *‡Offer valid from June 3, 2014 to June 30, 2014 (the “Program Period”) to retail customers resident in Canada who own or are currently leasing a 1999 or newer eligible vehicle that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six months, will receive a $1000 Truck Owner Bonus credit towards the lease or finance of an eligible 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Double Cab; or a $2000 Truck Owner Bonus credit towards the cash purchase of an eligible 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Double Cab. Only one (1) credit may be applied per eligible vehicle sale. Offer is transferable to a family member living in the same household (proof of address required). This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. The $1,000/$2000 credit includes HST/GST/ PST as applicable by province. As part of the transaction, dealer will request current vehicle registration and/or insurance to prove ownership for the previous consecutive six months. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Void where prohibited by law. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See your GM dealer for details. ¥¥$4,000 is a manufacturer to dealer delivery credit (tax exclusive) has been applied to the finance and lease offers for 2014 Silverado Double/Crew Cabs, and is applicable to retail customers only. An additional $400 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit has been applied to the cash purchase offer. Cash credits available on most models. Offers end June 30, 2014. †1.9% for 36 month lease available on all 2014 Silverado 1500 models. Sample lease payments based on approved credit by GM Financial. Annual kilometer limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometer. Monthly payments may vary depending on down payment/trade. Example: Silverado Double Cab 1500 4X4 (1WT/G80/B30/ H2R) lease price including Freight and Air Tax is $28,229 at 1.9% APR, $2,500 down payment, bi-weekly payment is $115 for 36 months. Total obligation is $11,529, plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $18,010. ‡‡2014 Silverado 1500 with the available 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission has a fuel-consumption rating of 13.0L/100 km city and 8.7L/100 km hwy 2WD and 13.3L/100 km city and 9.0L/100 km hwy 4WD. Ford F-150 with the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 engine has a fuel consumption rating of 12.9L/100 km city and 9.0L/100 km hwy 2WD and 14.1L/100 km city and 9.6L/100 km hwy 4WD. Fuel consumption based on GM testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. ††Based on Wardsauto.com 2013 Large Pickup segment and last available information at the time of posting. Excludes other GM vehicles. Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver. The weight of other optional equipment, passengers and cargo will reduce the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow. See your dealer for additional details. +Whichever comes first. See dealer/manufacturer for details. Based on Wardsauto.com 2013 Large Pickup segment and last available information at the time of posting. ^^Whichever comes first. Limit of four ACDelco Lube-Oilpp to the offer. See dealer for details. Filter services in total. Fluid top-offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc., are not covered. 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By Ian Harwood
The 2014 Honda Odyssey is ready to take you on your next big messy adventure with the kids and it can help you clean up too. The van features the world’s first in-car vacuum system called the HondaVac. It comes complete with a replaceable filter, canister bag, nozzle accessories, and a hose capable of reaching the front seats. It has a stylish hood that sweeps down towards the grille. The headlights are angled up and back giving the profile a sculpted look. Not only does it provide an exclusive appearance, but also adds increased visibility for third row passengers. There are so many bells and whistles you almost would want to run through a checklist before driving. Eight-passenger seating with a total passenger volume of 4,887 litres, whatever that means. And all those passengers get thirsty so Honda put in 15 cup holders. The third row is a one-motion 60/40 split ‘Magic’ seat that can accommodate three passengers and still leave 1,087 litres of cargo volume. The second row is a three-mode seating with fold-down centre console. Driver and front passenger seats are captain’s chairs. My tester included a leather wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, channel
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driveway Honda Odyssey has all the bells and whistles – and 15 cup holders selector, cruise control, and hands-free telephone button. The instrument panel is easier to read, thanks to a little tweak by the engineers. Satellite-linked navigation screen with trilingual voice recognition, 3D map and FM traffic is also available that uses GPS technology and a 60GB hard drive-based operating system that provides the driver with turn-by-turn voice guidance to their chosen destination. The screen also is used for the back-up camera that offers three different views, normal view, wide angle, and top down. Both side sliding doors open automatically via the key fob or a switch on the dash. A 270-watt AM/FM/CD audio system with MP3/Windows Media audio playback and seven speakers including a subwoofer is standard, with a 650-watt and 12-speaker version also available. The i-MID or intelligent Multi Information Display has the ability to display your incoming text messages while in park and read them out to you while driving. The Odyssey earned a 2013 IIHS top safety pick and is the only minivan with a five-star safety rating from the NHTSA. It comes standard with vehicle stability assist, side curtain airbags, and active front seat head restraints that are designed to help reduce neck injury in the event of a rear collision. There are
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also five lower anchors and tethers for children. Four-wheel anti-lock brakes and tire pressure monitoring system is standard. There’s also an available land departure warning system. It utilizes onboard cameras to determine if you’re drifting too far out of your lane without using your turn signal. The engine is a 3.5 litre, 24 valve, SOHC, i-VTEC V6 that produces 248 hp and 250 lb-ft of torque. The engine’s variable cylinder management system allows the engine to run on three, four or six cylinders depending on the requirements. All models receive a six-speed automatic transmission. ian.harwood@ drivewaybc.ca
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The 5 Star experience that will keep you returning
Courtenay Return-It Depot provides customers with a first-class recycling experience.
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What sets a 5 Star Return-It Depot apart?
supporting your local business and contributing to a cleaner neighbourhood assures the best possible recycling experience. Achieving 5 Star status is no easy feat. Only depots that meet strict criteria for facility enhancements, efficient operating procedures and exceptional customer service can display the 5 Star certification.
Not only do 5 Star Return-It Depots have a clean, bright interior and a welcoming ambience, they’re also equipped with the following:
Look for the 5 Star logo at a Return-It Depot in your neighbourhood, or find the 5 Star location nearest you at return-it.ca/locations.
5 STAR CERTIFIED Courtenay Return-It Depot
Experience the 5 Star Return-It Depot difference for yourself at the Courtenay Return-It Depot, the only 5 Star location in the Comox Valley Regional District. The depot offers friendly, courteous service in a clean, family-oriented environment. You’ll find an expanded parking lot alongside the building, and respectful staff who are always happy to help you.
In addition to the usual recyclable containers, the Courtenay Return-It Depot also accepts unwanted electronics, small appliances, e-Toys, paint, paper and cardboard, Styrofoam, household glass and plastic, aluminum and steel containers. Courtenay Return-It Depot assures customers the best possible recycling experience. Drop by for a visit soon during our new expanded hours of operation. Or visit our new website at courtenayreturnit.com.
Touchless tap & hand wash sink Sensor-activated wash stations allow customers to keep clean without having to touch any of the facilities.
Automatic doors Movement-sensitive doors offer customers an easy way to enter and leave the depot.
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Air dryer Convenient hand air-dry systems are activated by sensor.
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Red 21 rolls to Comox Cup win said Kolyn Carlson, who hoisted the coveted cup in his first year as team captain. Carlson noted the team has been in contention for top honours the last couple of years. He thanked Red 21 for their sponsorship. Aero Art Spartans defeated Road Kill (with ex-NHLer Ty Wishart in the lineup) 4-3 to win the B Division champion- LIAM HIGGINS
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You can bet the Red 21 Grinders enjoyed themselves at this year’s Comox Cup Road Hockey Tournament. The Courtenay crew defeated Comox Meat 6-5 Sunday afternoon at Marina Park in Comox to win the A Division championship, with Liam Higgins earning his fourth straight MVP Goalie award. “They had beat us twice during the weekend, but we beat them when it counted,”
EMOTIONS RAN HIGH every now and then during Sunday afternoon playoffs. PHOTO BY EARLE COUPER
ship in a lively game. Road Kill appeared to have netted a late equalizer but the goal was disallowed as it was ruled a slapshot. Bluewin Jets knocked off Classic Meats 9-2 in the C Division final. Sixteen teams took part in the 19th annual Comox Cup. The tourney ran Friday through
Wishart skating with Wild Wings Earle Couper Record Staff
This year’s Comox Cup Road Hockey Tournament featured a player whose hockey career has included some far-ranging road trips. Ty Wishart, drafted 16th overall in 2006 by the San Jose Sharks and who spent time with both the Tampa Bay Lightning and New York Islanders, is back in the Comox Valley for the summer and was happy to renew acquaintances with many friends at the Comox Cup. After being waived by the Islanders in January 2013, Wishart signed with the Schwenninger Wild Wings of the Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL) in Germany in August 2013. He said he had a great first season in the DEL. “I absolutely loved it,” the 26-yearold said while relaxing in the beer garden after his team had been eliminated in the Comox Cup semifinals. “I absolutely love the lifestyle. The team is great. They set you up with a house and a car. It’s awesome.” Wishart is certainly no stranger to the international game. He was with the 2005 Canadian team that won gold at the U18 Junior World Cup in the Czech Republic and captained the 2006 Canadian team that finished fourth at the IIHF World U18 Championships in Sweden. Before the 201415 DEL season gets underway Sept. 12, Wishart will be on the road again with Team Canada as he heads to Australia for the Doug-
TY WISHART (LEFT) enjoyed his first year of hockey in Germany. PHOTO BY EARLE COUPER las Webber Cup – an annual event that pits Canada against the United States. “(Australia has) a pro league they’re trying to promote,” Wishart said, noting it’s always an intense
rivalry when Canada takes on the U.S. in hockey. The July 11-26 tour includes two games in Perth and one each in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney. With many NHL and AHL players
taking part, Wishart says the competition is keen and the arenas are always full. Wishart is enjoying his two summer months in the Valley. “I love it here. I usually only get back for two weeks at a time.” He was clearly enjoying seeing old friends at the Comox Cup. “I grew up with all these guys. It’s pretty cool to see them again,” said Wishart, who was busy signing autographs between games. At six-foot, fourinches, Wishart is an imposing presence either on the street or on the ice. Which explains why he had to crouch down in the background when he photobombed the Red 21 team as they were having their team photo taken with the
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Sunday, with many spectators enjoying the action from the beer garden with cool beverages served up by the Rink Minx roller derby team. “We would like to thank our generous sponsors,” said Caleigh Ellis, recreation programmer for Comox Recreation, which puts on the event. “If it weren’t for them this event wouldn’t be possible: Slegg Lumber, Happy’s Source for Sports, Quality Goods, Water Pure and Simple, the Comox Valley Record and 98.9 Jet FM.” sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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Fishing a four-day weekend W
ith Canada Day falling on Tuesday I suggest more than a few outdoor people will make it a four-day weekend. With this happy thought in mind let’s do some adventurous fishing in home waters. One of the essentials prior to going fishing is to read and understand the fishing regulations for the areas you plan to fish. This suggestion applies to freshwater as well as saltwater fishing. Check the Tidal Waters website at www.pac.dfo-mpo. gc.ca/fm-gp/rec/indexeng.htm for time and area closures that may not be in the printed regulations. Starting Saturday, June 28 we have a super good shellfish tide at approximately 10:40 of 1.4 feet. These timely shellfish tides continue through to July 1 with a low tide of around three feet at about noon. Some of the tides are low enough to dig horse clams if they are on your exotic list of shellfish treats. This cool weather has kept oysters in good shape. The commercial prawning season closed last week and with the commercial fleet off the water you may luck out on a feed of spotted prawns. As in the past, when the tide was out local folks enjoyed special seafood banquets. Maybe this will be your weekend to enjoy the shellfish bounty of the sea. Salmon fishing in our local hot spots has been exceptionally productive for chinook in the past month. Kitty
THE CANADA DAY weekend is a great time to bring the bounty of the sea to your dinner table. Photo BY RALPH SHAW
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Ralph Shaw Coleman, Grants Reef, Century Shoals, Flora Rocks, Tribune Bay, Norris Rocks are some local hot spots. In adjacent waters of Campbell River hot spots have been producing limits of chinook. Coho are also spread throughout local waters with the southern area producing good numbers of marked fish. Freshwater fishing with the possibility of a four-day weekend suggests some camping as well as serious trout fishing. There are hundreds of lakes in the northern half of the Island that offer adventurous trout experiences along with many welldeveloped forestry camp sites. Locally, Comox Lake, Wolf Lake, Maple Lake and Spider Lake are good bets.
Community Futures Strathcona is seeking expressions of interest for Board of Directors. Community Futures Strathcona is a registered not for profit corporation governed by all regulations and by-laws pertaining to corporations in British Columbia and Canada. The organization is managed by a General Manager under the direction of a corporate Board of Directors that volunteer their time to promote the activities of the organization within the community and to set organizational policy. The Board consists of representatives from industry sectors, large and small businesses, and regional agencies. If you are a current or retired business owner, professional or entrepreneur and are interested in a position on the Board, please visit www.cfstrathcona.ca and click on “About Us”. Community Futures Strathcona, operates in the Vancouver Island region from Fanny Bay to Sayward and everything in between including Gold River and Tahsis. The major service centres are Campbell River and the Comox Valley. Since inception, Community Futures Strathcona has provided over 900 loans to businesses within our region that has either created or maintained over 3,000 jobs. Deadline for submission is July 15th, 2014.
July and August are traditionally hot weather months and the quality of low elevation fish goes off with the warm waters. With the cool spring and low rainfall your Canada Day weekend is a great opportunity for good local fishing. Ralph Shaw is a master fly fisherman who was awarded the Order of Canada in 1984 for his conservation efforts. In 20 years of writing a column in the Comox Valley Record it has won several awards.
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Ethel Marion (Biddy) Hitchcock Ethel Passed away peacefully at home on June 15th 2014. Born in Estavan, Saskatchewan to Edward and Agnes Venne, she was the youngest of eleven children. She met Bob, and married her husband of 45 years in 1947. Together, they settled in the Comox Valley in 1964. Throughout her active life Biddy was a newspaper columnist, a pottery teacher as well as a member of many organizations including the Canadian Daughters, Fallen Alders Community Hall and the Cumberland OAP. Biddy was predeceased by her husband Bob in 1992. She is survived by her loving children Wendy (Howard), Eddie Danielle), Bobby (Maria) and Daryl (Michelle) and grandchildren, Andrea, Max, Jessica, Danielle, Zachary, Vanessa and Nicola. Biddy was well known in Happy Valley by all the neighbourhood children, as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Go-To-Grandmaâ&#x20AC;?, for baking ideas, knitting, sewing, crafts and whatever else the kids could conjure up. Our family would like to thank the friends who took the time to stop and visit, and the home-care workers who were there everyday for our mom. Moreover, we are grateful to Karen, who gave Biddy nights of peace knowing there was a angel close by. An informal gathering of celebration and remembrance will be held at Biddyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home on Sunday, June 29th from 12:00pm until 2:00pm.
HOOPER, Kathleen (Kay) Rose Gladys Kathleen (Kay) Rose Gladys Hooper passed away in Comox, B.C., on June 17, 2014. Born in Cobham, Surrey, England, she was the daughter of William and Maud (Carter) Baker. She was married in Cobham in 1945 and came to Canada in 1946. After living in New Brunswick for 10 years, when husband Lewis rejoined the Military, she began the life of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;service nomadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and resided in many parts of Canada as well as Europe. Finally settling in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia. Kathleen was an active member of the Holy Trinity Anglican Church and the ACW. She was also a member of the NS War Brides Association. Kathleen moved to Comox in 2003 where she finally settled and came to love her view of the mountains and water. She is survived by daughter Doreen (Ken) Armit and grandson Jason Armit, Comox Valley and by sister Wanda (UK), many nieces and nephews, both in the UK and Canada. She was predeceased by husband Lewis and sisters Daphne and Ramona and brother Douglas. A private service will take place at Courtenay Civic Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Cancer Society of Canada would be appreciated.
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Macintyre, Beatrix Mary (Betty) Died peacefully on May 30, 2014. Betty was born on Bella Coola on May 9th, 1916 to Herbert and Kate Anderson later of Courtenay, B.C. She was predeceased by her husband John F. (Jack) Macintyre, her grandson Joe Skogan and by her siblings Dick Anderson and Joan McMonnies. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter Joan Skogan of Nanaimo and her son John (Jane) Macintyre, by her grandchildren Michael (Kelly) Macintyre and Stephanie (David) Henderson as well as her great-grandchildren Sebastian and Poppy Henderson and Jack Macintyre. The family thanks the staff at the Kin Village Care Home in Delta for their compassionate care and in lieu of flowers would appreciate donations to Kin Village Care Home, 5410 l0th Ave. Delta V4M 3X8 or to a favourite charity.
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Our loving husband, father and grandfather, Harry Lavoie, passed away unexpectedly on June 1st 2014 of an abdominal aortic aneurism. Harry is survived by his loving wife of almost 50 years, Joan, his children Steven (Tara), Stuart (Karen) and Jolinda (Brent) and his 9 precious grandchildren: Ryan, Tyler, Bethany, Stephanie, Victoria, Jeffrey, Nathan, Rachelle and Sean and sister Violet Jonat. Harry was born September 18th 1935 in Medicine Hat, AB, and married his best friend and beloved wife, Joan, in August of 1964. Harry and Joan moved their family to the Valley in 1971. A very sports-minded man, Harry quickly became involved in youth soccer and baseball, mens and ladies fastball, bowling, and in later years he remained active in the local ball leagues. He has coached, refereed and umpired in the Valley for 40 years. He will be greatly missed by us all. There will be a Celebration of Life on June 29th from 1pm-3pm at Lewis Park (if inclimate weather it will be held in Lewis Centre). Donations in Harryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s honour can be made to the Lung Association or Cops for Cancer. Condolences to the family can be left at www.tonefffunerals.com
Terry Bruce Ricketts Terry Bruce Ricketts, aged 61, died at home in his sleep in the wee hours of June 17, 2014, after battling late stage lung cancer in the loving care of his wife, Val Soper. Terry is pre-deceased by his older brothers, Robin and Sandy Ricketts. He is survived by his mother, Roslyn Ponton of Ontario; his father Bruce Ricketts of Campbell River; and five younger siblings - Kelly Ricketts, Penny Forth, Debbie Lynn Szkalej, Les Ricketts, and Lory Ricketts; as well as countless nieces and nephews. Terry is also survived by his five children - Trina Ricketts, Rickie Sugars, Jesse Thompson, Terry Junior Sugars, and Sarina Ricketts; and nine grandchildren. Family is not always blood, and Terry boasted an extended family of close friends whom he called brothers and sisters. He is best known for his kind heart, protective nature, and his willingness to jump in and help. He was the kind of person who lent you strength and courage when you needed it most and had your back till the end. Never one to back down from a challenge; Terry was resourceful, hard working, fiercely loyal and loving. Terryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s passing is mourned deeply by many. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 28, 2014 and will include the spreading of Terryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ashes at a favourite spot of his. Guests will meet in the parking lot of Driftwood Mall, Courtenay BC at 3:30 pm and travel by caravan to the memorial site. For more information, contact Terryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daughter, Trina at 604-351-6301.
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HATCH, ROBERT GEORGE Robert George Hatch, born November 10th, 1949, passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2014 at his home with his family at his side. Bob left us with the same integrity, tenacity and grit that he exhibited all of his life. A lifelong learner in every way, Bob had an opinion on everything and approached life head on. He loved his motorcycles, fishing and spending time at the shotgun range. He was an avid gardener and bird watcher. He always enjoyed a glass of wine with good friends. Bob owned and operated his own business in the Comox Valley for over 20 years. He was an active member of the community and was Past President and member of the Comox Rotary Club for many years. Bob is survived by his wife and best friend Ellen, his daughters Amber and Morgan and granddaughter Maya. He will be greatly missed by all. A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, June 28th, 2014 at 1:00 P.M. at Comox Valley Funeral Home, Courtenay. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations to the S.P.C.A or animal rescue centre of your choice would be appreciated in honour of Bobâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love of animals.
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WAREHOUSEMAN’S LIEN ACT Notice is hereby given by Hill Top Mini Storage, 1413 Kreger Rd, Merville, BC, that the contents of the locker will be sold at public auction on Saturday, June 30, 2014, if the monies owed are not paid and the contents not removed from premises: • # A35 • MICHAEL NUTTING
PERSONALS AL-ANON/ALATEEN - Concerned about someone’s drinking? Contact 1-8884ALANON (1-888-425-2666). www.al-anon.alateen.org ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS If you want to drink, it is your business, if you want to Stop it is ours. Ph: A.A 250-338-8042 Call Any Time 24/7 Nar-Anon are you affected by someone’s use of drugs, we can help. Wed. Group 7:30pm at 280-4th St. Eureka Support Society contact Jack 3343485. Fri. Group 7:30pm, Komok’s Health Centre, 3322 Comox Rd. Call Rene 334-2392.
to Robert and Margaret Martin as they celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on June 29.
Qualifications: • 5 yrs. exp. with accounting and office management • Advance knowledge of Microsoft Office & Outlook • Experience with Sage 50 accounting software • Degree or Diploma in Business Administration, Finance or Accounting An Excellent Compensation Package Is Offered For This Challenging Position! Qualified applicants email resumes: contact@ nelsonroofing.com or fax : (1)250-336-8089
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES LOOKING TO hire and train 3 new Realtors. Apply to Earl Costello or Gregg Hart - Royal LePage in the Comox Valley. 250-334-3124 HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS
STYLIST REQUIRED FT or PT. Call Kim at 250-703-1412 or drop off resume to 442A Duncan Ave., Courtenay.
HELP WANTED An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.
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HELP WANTED Career Opportunity Cosmetician - Part-time To be a successful candidate you will need the following credentials: • Self Motivated with a positive, professional attitude • Outstanding Customer Service and Sales Skills • Strong Team Player • Excellent Organizational Skills • Keen interest in the Fashion and Beauty Industry Deadline for applicants is Thursday, July 3rd, 2014. Please drop off your resume in confidence to: Comox Pharmasave at 2225 Guthrie Rd. (Attention Holly Francis) or email your resume to: mlagotte@shaw.ca COLLISION Repair shop requires reliable Autobody Tech. Must have good mechanical and collision repair knowledge. Apprenticeship available. Email kelly.richs@shaw.ca or call 250-287-8258.
Hiring: Assistant Operator, Lead Hand, Supervisor Oilfield = opportunity = job = income = career Recruiting rep. coming to these locations: Victoria – July 15, Nanaimo – July 16. Contact: recruitment.opsco@ensignenergy.com for details ICHIBAN SUSHI restaurant is looking for experienced fulltime/part-time Sushi Chef and a kitchen cook. Willing to train right person. Wage based on experience. Apply in person with resume to 932 Fitzgerald Ave, Courtenay. Local Port Hardy logging company looking for logging truck drivers, log loader operators, hoe chuckers, grapple yarder operators and grade hoe operators for local work. Fax resume to 250-949-8269
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RETAIL STORE MANAGER Duduza Bed & Bath requires a F/T store manager w/retail experience, computer know how, customer service is essential. Please apply with resume to 1761 Comox Ave, between 10am-2pm, Monday through Saturday.
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The John Howard Society of North Island has a half-time position (17.5 hours/week) available for a YOUTH & FAMILY SUBSTANCE USE COUNSELLOR (Please note this is an extension to an earlier posting. It is not necessary to re-submit your resume if you sent it in response to the earlier posting.) For more details, please refer to Opportunities and Employment at www.jhsni.bc.ca Closing: Friday, June 27th 4:30 p.m.
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LIVE-IN CAREGIVER for an 83 yr old lady with head trauma, dementia and borderline diabetes. Applicant should be eligible to work in Canada, be at least 19, in good health (no back, neck injuries), and a non-smoker. MUST speak Romanian & English, have a valid driver’s license, be outgoing, positive and a quick thinker, who can deal with severe mood swings, and sometimes aggression from the senior. Full-time 40 hrs/week, in a private home, $25,000./yearly Start date Aug, 29/14. Interested candidates, email: epCSIL4jmPOA4@outlook.com & leave contact phone #.
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Req. for Berwick Retirement Facility, Comox Valley. 8 pm - 8 am. Casual night shift opportunity. Painting skills required.
PURCHASER Orca Sand & Gravel, is located in Port McNeill and is one of the North Island’s leading industrial employers. We produce and ship high grade construction materials to west coast US markets. Qualifications: r Recognized technical training and certification or 3-5 years experience in a warehousing environment r Experience in sourcing and purchasing heavy industry materials and equipment, and inventory management r Experience working with an inventory control system (GuideTI or similar software) r Demonstrated strong communication and computer skills r Good understanding and experience working within budget constraints r Demonstrated familiarity and compliance with all relevant safety policies and regulations r Ability to work with minimal supervision r Grade 12 education or equivalent r Overhead crane and forklift experience is an asset r Ability to safely lift and carry up to 35 lbs. and to climb on and off mobile and stationary equipment The regular hours of work for this position will be Monday to Friday, eight hours per day, or as determined by production and shipping requirements. This position offers a full benefits package with a competitive wage based on experience and qualifications. If you meet these qualifications and want to work with a leading North Island employer, we invite you to deliver or forward your resume to: Orca Sand & Gravel 6505 Island Highway P.O. Box 699 Port McNeill, BC V0N 2R0 Fax: 604 628 3354 emailto: resumes@orcasand.ca
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CAREER OPPORTUNITY The Town of Comox Community Centre invites written applications for the position of a Manager of Recreation Services. For complete details, please go to our website at: www.comox.ca and click on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Employment Opportunitiesâ&#x20AC;?.
The Administrative Coordinator provides accurate word-processing support by composing and/or editing a variety of documents, including conďŹ dential contracts and proposals. A strong knowledge of computers is required, and a working knowledge of database software and email marketing software is preferred. He/She is required at times to attend Board meetings, and general membership meetings. StaďŹ&#x20AC; are required to assist with special events such as the Annual Community Awards, Top 40 over 40 and others. Minimum QualiďŹ cations: â&#x20AC;˘ Grade 12 completion â&#x20AC;˘ College diploma/certiďŹ cate in Business Administration would be an asset â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent keyboarding skills â&#x20AC;˘ Outstanding customer service and telephone skills â&#x20AC;˘ Highly skilled with technology including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint â&#x20AC;˘ Motivated team player who works well independently â&#x20AC;˘ Self-starter â&#x20AC;˘ Some experience in basic graphic design Applications being considered will be contacted. Applications must be received by July 4, 2014 by 4:00 pm at: oďŹ&#x192;ce@comoxvalleychamber.com or fax: (250) 334-4908 Closing Date: July 4, 2014 at 4pm at the Chamber oďŹ&#x192;ce
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The Chamber is looking for a dynamic individual to join our team in the position of Administrative Coordinator. (This is a maternity leave position starting immediately and continuing until October 2015)
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SEASONED FIREWOOD for sale Fir $160 mixed $150. 250-702-3959 / 250-898-8896.
HOBBIES & CRAFTS HANDYPERSONS 250-898-8887. HOME Repair, Renovation & Maintenance Service. Interior or Exterior. Call Les for Free Estimate. EXPERIENCED HANDYMAN new to the area. Pressure washing, hedge trimming, tree pruning. 1-604-353-8343
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REQUIREMENTS: The Administrative Coordinator provides administrative services to Chamber members and prospective members as pertains to membership fees and member beneďŹ ts. Administrative support is required for Chamber staďŹ&#x20AC; as well as the President & CEO. Duties also include answering telephone call inquiries, sorting & distributing mail, reviewing and redirecting Chamber emails, front oďŹ&#x192;ce reception and onsite customer service to Chamber members on a daily basis.
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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Call Today For A Free Info Kit 250-372-8211 www.ThompsonCC.ca Financial Aid Available. Also Offering Pharmacy Technician, Nursing Unit Clerk, and Medical Transcription Programs
RETIRED BUILDER selling 5yr old milled Fir. 2x10, 2x6, 2x4. Good discount. Offers 250-338-7339 lv msg.
#250-703-FIRE(3473)-Yellow cedar avail. Custom cut, split, delivered,clean.Well seasoned
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FREE KITTENS. So cute! Smart too! Merville. Ready to go. Call after 6pm. 702-4778 CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH
GLACIER VIEW Yarns & Botique. Brand name wholesale prices yarns. 35 brands, hundreds of colors, and adult knit & crochet clothing, ladies purses, shawls, tops jewellery & jewellery scarves. much more in botique. 1060 Farquharson Dr. E. Courtenay 250-8714008 scheba@shaw.ca open 10-4pm Mon-Fri.
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
HOT TUB family fun, 4 person softub. Plugs into 110. Completely overhauled for years of pleasure. Was $3500 new Now $899. Call 250-338-7854 or email jmtoogood@yahoo.ca
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?
WOODEN OBOE Cabart $650. Vito clarinet $100. Suzuki 3/4 size violin $125. Please call for more info 250-336-8423.
SPORTING GOODS
SURFBOARD- NSP 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122;6â&#x20AC;? epoxy longboard w/ Dakine bag. Excel. cond., seldom used. Tri fin, mid: 22 5/8â&#x20AC;?, thick: 3â&#x20AC;?, leash. Bag & board $525. Eves or msg. 250-850-4100 in Campbell River.
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SAYWARD VILLAGE 2 bdrm condo, 1 bath. Great buy. $45,000 obo 250-724-0383
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CAMPBELL RIVER 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath. Corner lot, private & fenced backyard. Backs onto greenbelt. Landscaped gardens. Strata living with no strata fees. $219,900.00 250-2048030 or cwallin@telus.net
Pay: Based on experience Positions Available: 1 Full Time/1 Part Time Location: Courtenay
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
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HOUSES FOR SALE
MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
RECREATIONAL PROPERTY
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
COURTENAY- 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath duplex for rent, Puntledge River area. Avail Aug 01/14. $1170/mth, NS. NP. New carpets & paint. Pls. call 250-7023597. BEAUTIFUL PATIO HOME. 2bdrms. 1200sqft. Garage. No through road. Pacific Maples strata. Immaculate. Furnishings can be left. No agents. 250-202-7890. CR
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
2900 SQFT Ocean View. Level Entry. Well kept home with in-law suite. 6 bdrms, 3 full bth. 2 laundry. 2x garage. Close to bus & shopping. $389,900. 250-287-4161. Campbell River.
FREE MOBILE Home - Brentwood.Age unknown, 55X11ft approx. Would suit refurbishment. Serious viewers only. Must collect. 250-813-0562
MOBILE HOME 2 bdrm, # 81 in Uplands, newly renovated woodstove, W/D, F/S, electric furnace, laminate flooring, 4 doors, nice decks. $55,000.00 O.B.O. Call 250-334-3074
REAL ESTATE SERVICES COURTENAY RANCHER for sale, 1800sqft, in floor heat, 3 bdrm, 2 living rooms, 2 full baths, hot tub & RV Parking. 250-338-5962 250-897-4465 REDUCED! 1369sqft. PATIO HOME. 2bdrm. In a location that canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be beat. Mntn. view Quiet neighborhood in a beautiful setting. Bareland strata. 2 minutes to Merecroft Village. $279,900. 250-287-8570 or 250-202-7717. CR GREAT PRIVATE LOCATION 5 bdrm, 3 bath 3200 sq.ft. home on 2.79 acres 2131 Schulz Road Black Creek Large country kitchen with custom oak cabinets, Hardwood floors kitchen/dining. Heat pump, air cond., wood stove, 7 skylights, central vac, Large wrap around deck. Dbl garage, excellent well system, large basement with suite potential. Great family home in private setting backing onto Saratoga Golf course, near schools and beaches. $559,000. 250-337-8450
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WHOLE DUPLEX for sale. 1280 sq ft per side, 3.5 bdrms, 1.5 bath. Pt. Hardy. $225,000. comoxvalley.en.craigslist.ca/ reo/4435662010.html (250)334-8474.
FREE MOBILE Home/Trailer, age unknown, 38X8ft approx. Scrap or animal storage. Serious viewers only. Must collect. 250-813-0562 CR-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. Kim: 250-923-6503
CUSTOM 3BDRM,2 bth, 1850 sq ft home in Cambridge Estates, well maintained, one owner, Asking $349,900. 250923-8452/250-203-3912
Are you currently a Licensed REALTORÂŽ or are you taking the UBC Real Estate Trading Services Course? If you are looking for a great brokerage, give us a call. Coast Realty Group Comox Valley offers you a dynamic management team and a friendly work atmosphere with Professional Realtors.
FREE MOBILE Home/Trailer two together, age unknown, 42X11ft 44X9ft approx. Scrap or animal storage. Serious viewers only. Must collect. 250-813-0562
For further details, call Mark Anderson at 250-897-3999 or email mbanderson@ coastrealty.com today to ďŹ nd out if Coast Realty Group is the right ďŹ t for you
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OPEN HOUSE- Private Sale, Saturday, June 28th and Sunday June 29th from 1 - 3pm. 916 Heritage Meadow Drive, Campbell River, House details available on Property Guys, Kijiji Ad# 574902522 and on Craigslist. Price reduced $434,000 Call 250-830-7162 for further info.
VACANCIES www.totalconcept.ca 250-871-4427 407A-5th Street
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VALLEY WIDE
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CONSTRUCTION
Bark Mulch â&#x20AC;˘ Top Soil Gravel â&#x20AC;˘ Sand Dump Runs â&#x20AC;˘ Yard Clean-Ups Firewood - Full Cords
LANDSCAPING ISLAND ENTERPRISES The only Organic Compost in the valley.
Compost/Bark Mulch Top Soil/Gravel Pick Up or Delivery Friendly Service
GLEN 250-218-3575
207-6352 Knight Rd.
WINDOWS & GUTTER CLEANING
Brasnoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Window Cleaning Residential & Commercial â&#x20AC;˘ Skylights (in/out) BOOK â&#x20AC;˘ Windows (in/out) â&#x20AC;˘ Railing Glass (in/out) NOW â&#x20AC;˘ Gutters (in/out) FOR YEARLY â&#x20AC;˘ Hand-Washed Siding CLEANING â&#x20AC;˘ Pressure Washing
PROGRAMS
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Call Jamie or Kiesha 250-331-1071 or 250-650-3226
(next to the Airport)
LANDSCAPING
CORRIGALL TRUCKING AND BACKHOE LTD. â&#x20AC;˘ TOPSOIL â&#x20AC;˘ FISH COMPOST â&#x20AC;˘ SKYROCKET â&#x20AC;˘ WHITE ROCK â&#x20AC;˘ SALT & PEPPER All Types Landscape Rocks OPEN MONDAY TO SATURDAY 9 AM TO 5 PM
Shop 250-338-7799 or Cell 250-334-7375 2431 COUSINS RD
www.advancedpm.ca 250-338-2472
CONDOS / SUITES / APARTMENTS
ULVERSTON MANOR: Spacious 1&2 bdrm suites in secured entrance bldg, located near Cumberland Hospital & downtown core; incl 2 appls, & on site coin-op laundry; starting at $600/mth, immed. poss. avail.
250-218-2817 or 250-338-4209
NEW CONSTRUCTION RENOS INTERIOR FINISHING DECKS â&#x20AC;˘ FENCES DRYWALL GTLCONTRACTING13@GMAIL.COM
RETIRE TO Mill Bay into a manufactured home in a strata title park. Over 1200 sq. feet on main floor, plus basement, underground watering system, and many extras. Call: 250743-5812.
Riverfront Home for Sale 2370 Campbell River Rd. Fully renovated $869,000 Open House Sunday 1-3pm more info: kjrisland@hotmail.com
WILLOW POINT- 2 bdrm patio home lots of upgrades, for more information call (250)923-0452.
LOTS CAMPBELL RIVER 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x200â&#x20AC;&#x2122; on Nicholls Road. Good area. Close to all amenities. Mature fruit tree. $125,0000. Call 250287-7386 PARKSVILLE 1473 Sunrise Dr. Lrg ocean view, storm, sanitary sewer, & water serv. installed w/permits on lot. $175,000. Ph 250-248-7578
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HOMES FOR RENT
RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO 1 BDRM COMOX: spacious, bright, ground-level suite w/laminate flooring throughout & private patio. W/D, N/S, N/P. $775, July 1st, 250-339-7672. 2 BR Apt near shopping and bus route in Courtenay. F/S, D/W, W/D combo. N/S, N/P $750/mth. Ph: 250-702-2750
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LARGE 2-BDRM. Free heat. Elevator. Great location! From $775./mo. 250-334-4646.
SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME, 4 bdrm, 3 bath, 5 appls, garage, gas F/P, fenced yard w/irrigation, N/S, No pets, Avail. Sept 1 - $1,500/mth
MOUNTAIN VIEW Manor- 125 Centennial Dr, Courtenay. 1 & 2 bdrms, secure entrance, ELEVATOR. 250-334-2800.
3 Bdrm, 2 bath, heat pump wood backup, in city limits but private. 250-334-3585
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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. 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.
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LOT ON Sproat Lake, Port Alberni. Incl 30 ft. 2009 travel trailer. New tent, new shed & new outside fridge. $159,900. obo. Call 250-586-9969.
KENDAL AVE SUITE: Beautiful suite in new Cumberland subdivision features 3 bdrms, 1 bath, 4 appliances & beautiful kitchen cabinetry; N/S pet permitted w/approval $800/month; immed. poss. avail. .
TOWNHOUSES / HOUSES PINE PLACE: Spacious 2 &3 bdrms, 1 bath townhomes offer great living space & excellent proximity to all amenities; incls shopping, NIC & rec. N/S pets permitted w/deposit, immed poss. avail. rents start at $775.00 KENDAL AVE HOME: Coal Valley Estates offers a beautiful 2 bdrm, 5 appl. home with ground level featuring tiled entrance, bonus room & laundry. 2nd level features carpeted bdrms, bath, ensuite to master, & open concept living, dining, & kitchen w/ walkin pantry in quality laminate. Regrettably pets will not be considered, immed. possession avail., $1300/month BEAR LODGE MT WASHINGTON: Amazing opportunity to live on Mount Washington. Fully furnished 2 bdrm, 2 bath condo w/ underground parking & features â&#x20AC;&#x153;ski in, ski outâ&#x20AC;?. Hot tub on site. This slope side condo has breathtaking views of the mountain & the valley. Located near the Alpine Lodge, Ted's Bar and Grill & the Eagle lift. N/S N/P, rent dependant on season, immed. possession avail.
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TRADEWINDS 1600 Comox Ave. TWO BEDROOM nicely renovated suite â&#x20AC;&#x201D; spacious and modern. Excellent location in central Comox â&#x20AC;&#x201D; walking distance to everything. In suite storage. New designer kitchen. Large dining room. Resident social room. Elevator and security entry. Well maintained and managed, mature adult building. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.
WESTWATER 60 Anderton Ave. TWO BEDROOM renovated suite. Ensuite, Jacuzzi tub, fireplace, in suite washer/dryer. New appliances. Walking distance to downtown. Well maintained and managed quiet, mature adult building. Resident social room. Indoor scooter parking. Elevator. Call John @ 250-703-2264.
VILLA MONTECITO 1331 England Ave. LUXURY TWO BEDROOM CONDO. Very spacious suite. Large, designer kitchen. Nicely appointed with in suite washer/dryer, full sized appliances. Very well maintained, mature adult building. Security entry. One of Courtenayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Coutenay. Security entry. ALSO TWO BEDROOM. Call David @ 250-338-0267.
SONOMA 1049 Stewart Ave. SPACIOUS TWO BEDROOM freshly renovated and redecorated. Unique end unit â&#x20AC;&#x201D; extra windows. Quiet, mature, adult building. Central Courtenay. Security entry. No pets. Very attractive suite. Call John @ 250-703-2264.
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AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS
CARS
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MOTORCYCLES
MOTORCYCLES
2007 KAWASAKI NINJA Zx14. Silver. Like New. 12,000km. Garage stored. Never raced or dropped. Hindle titanium mufflers. Power cammander. Rev limiter bypass. Exceptional perfomance & handling. No inexperienced riders please. $11,000. 250923-0769. Campbell River.
ELECTRIC SCOOTER/bike, near new. Euro by Da Vinci. 40 km per charge. Reliable transportation. Incldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s helmet and charger, $1199 or trade for kayak. (250)287-8198
3 BEDROOM central Comox quiet location, close to bus route. Non smoker $1100/mth. 250-218-6832 AVAIL NOW - 4 BDRM, 2.5 BTH FAMILY HOME, DBL GAR W/WKSHP, 6 APPL, PRVT YRD & DECK, $1425/MTH + UTIL. PETS OK, NO SMKG OR DRUGS. VIEW JUN26-JUL 3 @ 377 AITKEN-COMOX. CL/TXT 250-863-0763, stejowat@gmail.com
OFFICE/RETAIL LEASE SPACES from $500 per month. Monthly and yearly leases, excellent locations. Gregg Hart Royal LePage in the Comox Valley 250-334-7864.
SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING ABBEYFIELD HOUSE offers affordable, supportive seniors accommodation in a home-like setting. All meals provided. Call 250-338-7136 for tour.
SUITES, LOWER COURTENAY- 1 BDRM furn. N/S. Clean resp. $600 Refs. Incl util/cable 250-338-9241. COURTENAY- NEW 1bdrm + office. grnd lvl suite. Mountain view. Patio, D/W, W/D, NS/NP $800. July 1. 250-703-4524. LARGE, BRIGHT 3rm w/private entrance in quiet house for N/S, elec stove, fridge $600/mth includes hydro. Also pasture avail. To view call (250)871-7685 after 6 pm.
1966 FORD RANCHERO Good condition, good driver $5000 O.B.O. 250-287-3345
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LORELIE 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F&S, coin laundry, adult oriented, balcony, new carpet & paint, N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. - $675/mth CLOSE TO COLLEGE ground flr 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, patio, new paint, res. pkg, N/S, No pets Avail. Immed. - $825/mth GLACIER VIEW TOWNHOUSE 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, res. pkg, patios, N/S, No pets, Avail. July 1 $825/mth. ABOVE COMMERCIAL SPACE 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 6 appls, concrete flrs, gourmet kitchen, N/S, No pets, Avail. July 1 - $1,200/mth TRUMPETERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LANDING 2 bdrm & den, 2 bath, balcony, undergrd, pkg, storage locker, N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. - $1,150/mth NORTH COURTENAY TOWNHOUSE 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, 2nd flr, res. pkg, balcony, N/S, no pets, Avail. July 1 - $825/mth
TOYOTA AVALON 2008 (maroon), 65,530 km. Automatic. CD, AC. Perfect condition. $17,999. Call (778)346-2898.
HOMES FOR RENT
â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;77 FXE HD. Lots of spare parts. $5500. Phone Don at 250-287-3072
2005 PT Cruiser Convertible Touring Edition. $5,500. Red and black. 225,000 km but garage kept and in excellent condition. 250-335-0565.
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1983 BIG Red Trike $800. 250-334-3988
2005 POLARIS QUAD Silver Anniversary. New fuel pump, battery, bearings, front hub & shaft. Armour all around. $5500. 250-923-1372
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2004 BUICK Century, 180,000 km. Excellent cond.CD Player, cruise control, p/windows & locks. Everything works, luxury car. $2000.obo 250-871-1812
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GARAGE SALES Courtenay Flea Market EVERY SUNDAY Puntledge Road past bottle depot No booking required. Space $15 Vendors set up 8am-2pm Call Greg 250-334-1540
GARAGE SALES COURTENAY- MOVING. Sat. June 25, 9am-7pm. Walk-through garage sale come join in the fun and have a cup of tea, lemonade & biscuits and tour our open house garage sale. Queen beds, bdrm furniture, living room furniture, paintings, plants, decor, vases & bowls, kitchen ware & furniture, outdoor pots, exercise equipment & more! 1279B Martin Place.
COURTENAY - Pottery Sale, 50% off, 2437 Stirling Cres in Aberdeen Heights off Lerwick, Friday, Saturday, June 27 & 28, 9-5pm.
FANNY BAY - 520 Holiday Rd. Saturday, June 28th, 9am - 2pm. Moving Sale. Tools, Garden tools, household items, some furniture.
GARAGE SALES
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HUGE GROUP
COURTENAY - Crown Isle 779 Monarch Drive. Moving Sale. Saturday, June 28th, 8:30am - 1:30pm.
HOLLYRIDGE MANOR
1970 Fitzgerald Ave, Courtenay
200 Back Road, Courtenay
2 AND 3 BEDROOM available. Quiet complex with on-site management. Reasonable rates. Some completely renovated units with new appliances. Sorry no pets.
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.
Security deposit and 2 rental reference required. 250-334-3078
Call Sharon 250-338-7449
ARRAN HOUSE APARTMENTS
WILLOW ARMS APARTMENTS
1015 Cumberland Rd., Courtenay
1252-9th St., Courtenay
ONE AND 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. 250-334-9717
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 call Donna
250-334-9667
CONDOS BEECHER MANOR
PACIFIC COURT 1520/1540 Piercy Ave, Courtenay 2 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 required. To View, Call 250-218-2111
1045 Cumberland Road BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS 1 bdrm & 2 bdrm 1.5 bath condos available close to downtown. This quiet, well maintained building suits mature adults. Bus stop is conveniently located out front. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit.
Call 250-334-9717 to view
ST. BRELADES
COURTENAY- 255 Panorama Place, Sat, June 28, 9-12. Moving Sale! Visa accepted. COURTENAY - 5129 Willis Way Sat., 28th, 8am - 2pm. Misc. household items, some antiques including round oak pedestal table. Also construction materials, tools.
PARK PLACE
Sunday, June 29th 10am to 3pm
2400 Cliffe Ave, COURTENAY BEHIND WOOFYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S
INVITE THE WHOLE NEIGHBOURHOOD to your garage sale with a classiďŹ ed ad Call 1-855-310-3535
146 Back Road, Courtenay FEATURES: Fridge/stove, dishwasher, washer/dryer, Quiet, clean building. Pet friendly. 2 bedroom condos. Ideal location, walking distance to SuperStore and NIC.
Call 250-338-7449
TOWNHOUSES TORRY PINES 1560-13th Street, Courtenay Attractive 2 bedroom townhouses have been completely renovated â&#x20AC;&#x201C; enjoy new appliances, ďŹ&#x201A;ooring and bathroom ďŹ ttings in these spacious units. Friendly and quiet atmosphere make it ideal for family or working couple. Large, private patio area allows great access for your pet. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit. Call 250-334-9717
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RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
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1989 DODGE truck & 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Wilderness camper fully equipped in good running cond. 188,000km. 318 Engine Everything works. $3500.obo Call 250-336-8371
1993 MOTOR Home 34â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Deluxe Gulfstream Sun Voyagerwide body, totally re-furbished, auto 4 speed Cummins diesel, Alision transmission, power jacks, new fridge 2012, low miles. Flat screen TV, excellent stereo, awning w/privacy curtain and window covers. Stored under cover. $25,000. Call (250)335-1515.
MARINE BOATS 18.5â&#x20AC;&#x2122; MALIBU Hardtop twin Yamaha 60 hp. Four strokes, low hours, lots of extras. 1 250-334-3988
REDUCED! 2004 SUNSEEKER- FORD. 26 ft w/ slide. 126,000km. Queen size isl. bed. Transferable extended warranty. Great condition. $28,900. 250-287-4635. Campbell River
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1980 26â&#x20AC;&#x2122; COMMANDER: twin Volvo engines(512 hrs.) Dou. prop legs, stainless propellers, Walker Bay dinghy, 2.5 H.P. Yamaha 4 stroke kicker. Recent survey(April 2014.) Heavy duty 3 axle trailer included $40,000. 250-923-8959
COMOX UNITED An Affirming Ministry
Comox Avenue at 250 Beach Dr.
Sunday Worship and Sunday Worship and Children & Youth Program 10 am
Children & Youth Saturday Service at 5 pmProgram (Sept-May)
am Rev. Maggie10 Enwright
Hearing Full Wheelchair Email: cxunited@telus.net Saturday Service at 5 pm (Sept-May) Assistance Access
2003 28â&#x20AC;? Travelair, $23,900. Ford E450,cab & chassis,V10 Motor, 82K. Excel. Cond., Isl. bed. Consider Class B/camper/van trade 250-285-2030. cel 250-203-0750, Quadra Island.
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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;04 FORD ESCAPE 5 speed, front wheel drive, air conditioner, cruise control, radio/disc player, winter tires, trailer hitch, clean inside & out 298,000 km highway. $4900. 250-752-2249 for test drive or additional info.
Rev. Maggie Enwright Email: cxunited@telus.net
Full Wheelchair Access
Hearing Assistance
www.comoxunitedchurch.com | 250-339-3966 1995 ZODIAK 14.6ft - 65HP Suzuki. New steering & trailer bearings. $5500 OBO. 250-334-9337
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19â&#x20AC;&#x2122; FIBERGLASS boat with trailer. 200hp and 8hp Mercury outboards. $6,900. obo. Call 250-337-5565 after 7pm. 2001 4x4 Dodge Dakota P/U Crew cab. 243,000 kms. $7,900. obo. Call 250-3375565 after 7 pm.
â&#x20AC;&#x153;Caring for one another, our community, our environment and those in need or suffering injustice: We work to transform ourselves and our world through compassionate action.â&#x20AC;?
2008 LEXINGTON 283, loaded, only 20,000 miles, 3 slides. Mint condition, garage kept. $62,900. Phone:250-898-8718
2001 DODGE Caravan. Lots of new parts. 2nd owner. Non smoker. Very clean, reliable. 229,000km. $3000 obo. Must sell. 778-420-4043
www.centralchurchefc.com Pastor Dave Koleba Associate Pastor Jeremy Boehm
Val 250-338-7727 (office)
St. Peter SATURDAY
5:40 Express Contemporary Worship SUNDAY
250-890-9262 cvuf.ca
www.stpeterscomox.ca
PRESBYTERIAN COMOX VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN
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2004 CHEV Express Cargo/Camper Van. Cedar-lined inside w/ bed. Loaded. Roof racks and motorcycle carrier. $6000. 8dnwbry8@gmail.com Call 250-895-0205
Come, let Him show You the Way!
2946 Kilpatrick Ave. 250-338-1312
LUTHERAN 29FT MOTORHOME. Class A Very good cond. 2nd owner Must sell for health reasons. $15,000 obo. 250-287-3345
92 MOTOR HOME. Griffin Allegro Diesel. Only 90K, 3,000 watt generator, 32ft. $14,777 O.B.O. Drive by 3792 Piercy Road
Shepherd Of The Valley Lutheran Church (ELCIC) 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan 33,000 km $14,500 obo (Courtenay) Here is a van to take you to fun this summer! Plenty of storage for camping or cruising with your family and a roof rack that will carry your kayaks or canoe. ONLY 33,000 km. BONUS-this van still has a FULL GOLD WARRANTY to 2018! Excellent condition! Includes Yakima Roof Rack $350 value. New Goodyear UltraGrip Ice Tires $900 value. Ph. 250-8971931 Courtenay $14,500 obo.
Clean, maintained, sleeps 5, skirt inclâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. storage rm with access from both sides. Flow through vent helps eliminate moisture/mold. $7,000. obo 250-951-0775
CAMPER for sale; 2005 (Adventure), 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, like new condition, covered storage, sleeps 6, bathroom, $10,700. Call (250)337-5271.
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Minister: Rev. Jenn Geddes Tel/Fax 250-339-2882 e-mail:cvpc@shaw.ca comoxvalleypresbyterian.ca
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Mark Isfeld School 1551 Lerwick Road, Courtenay
250.334.9777 livinghope@shaw.ca
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Comox Pentecostal Church 1919 Guthrie Rd. Comox Ph: 339-4536 www.cpclife.com Pastoral Team: Dave & Barb Postal, John Sugrue, Jabin Postal
Comox Recreation 1855 Noel Ave
Join Us This Sunday
â&#x20AC;&#x153;A place for you: John 14:2
Including Nursery & Kids Zone
10 am Sunday Worship 250-334-0616
40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; LONG/RANGE Cruising Boat. The Silver Fox is Transport Canada Compliant for Chartering. Recent Survey $98,000. 250-339-7502.
WEDNESDAY SERVICE 10-10:45 am
10am Sundays
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UTILITY TRAILERS UTILITY TRAILER 4x7 box, great for gardening & landscaping - $500 obo. Also a 6.5L Diesel truck engine needs work - best offer. 250898-1143.
â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;99 21â&#x20AC;&#x2122; OKANAGAN 5TH WHEEL
33â&#x20AC;&#x2122; CONVERTED Trawler with 6 cylinder Isuzu diesel engine with 2100 hours. Ready to fish or cruise. Good electronics, Survey valued at $25,000. Sell for $7,500, obo. Call Jim at (778)421-1310 or Ted at (250)723-8089, Pt. Alberni. For more info or viewing.
8:00-9:15am,10:00-11:15 am and 4-5 pm
Worship Services
Full Wheelchair Access
29â&#x20AC;&#x2122; MARTIN Sloop, 9â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 2 beam, 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122; headroom, rebuilt 12 HP Yanmar diesel. Sleeps 6. Ready to sail. Tender incldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. $12,500. Call (250)287-8198
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Congregational Christian Churches of Canada
Faith Family Friends
SUNDAYS 10 AM Nursery - Kid Jam Youth Group 1105 Pritchard Rd., Comox www.baychurch.net 250-339-7527
Community Church
Rev. Anthony Divinagracia, Rector 579 - 5th Street, Courtenay
living hope
Bay Community Church
Comox Valley
St. John the Divine
Jim Lyster, Rector 218 Church St., Comox â&#x20AC;˘ 250-339-2925
There is Hope! 2009 Arctic Fox 32â&#x20AC;&#x2122;TT (Mod30U), $10,000 in extras/upgrades, Michelins, 330+ W Solar, for serious Boondocking Snowbirds, meticulously maintained, NS, NP, health forces sale- Serious Inquiries before 6:00pm pls $32,900. 778-427-2724
www.bahaisofcomox.org 250.702.3041Â&#x2026;Â&#x2020;250.702.0574 www.courtenaybahai.org
Comox Valley Parishes Welcome You!
8:00 am & 10:00 am Worship
Full Gospel Christian Fellowship
â&#x20AC;&#x153;Reflections on the Life of the Spiritâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ongoing study circle. All are welcome. ~~~ â&#x20AC;&#x153;The whole duty of man in this Day is to attain that share of the flood of grace which God poureth forth for him.â&#x20AC;? BahĂĄâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;uâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;llĂĄh
ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA
We meet 1st & 3rd Sundays at 4pm 250 Beach Drive, Comox (at Comox United Church)
2858 BAYLINER CIERA, very nice/shed kept, low hrs, loaded. Will consider smaller trade? or ? compare this offer at $35,000. 250-745-3700.
Meeting in the Stan Hagen Theatre of the North Island College at 10 am Sunday Morning
Comox Valley Unitarian Fellowship Our Mission Statement:
2005 33â&#x20AC;&#x2122; MONTANA 5th, designed for full-time live-in. Well cared for. Polarpack, large bright living space. W/D, lots of storage, generator. Asking $22,500. obo. Amazing, must see! (250)202-5820.
BAHĂ â&#x20AC;&#x2122;Ă? FAITH
THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA
10 am
You & Your Family Are Welcome Check Out Our Website: www.cpclife.com For Other Ministry Times & Opportunities
Join us Sunday @ 10:30 am (Childcare provided)
~A Place to Discover Your Life Purpose ~ Pastor Darryl & Kim Burry 1580 Fitzgerald Ave. Courtenay, BC 250-338-8221
RESONATE BAPTIST CHURCH
â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sounding forth the Supremacy of Christ in all thingsâ&#x20AC;? 10:00AM at
Brooklyn Elementary School 1290 Guthrie Rd., Comox
Everyone Welcome www.resonatechurch.ca
RIVER HEIGHTS CHURCH
Sunday Celebration 10:30 am
Hosts of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Comox Valley School of Supernatural Ministryâ&#x20AC;?
2201 Robert Lang Drive (Old Fish and Game Building)
250-334-8424
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Community Service What is your group up to?
The Comox Valley Record wants to recognize the many events that make our community a better place to live. E-mail your photos and submissions, titled “Community Service” to editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com.
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Quinna Laver presenting a cheque for $3,500 on behalf of the Mark R. Isfeld Interact Club to Wendy Stewart from the Comox Rotary Club. The money was raised by their annual gala dinner and auction. All the money will go to support the Market Kids Program in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. It will provide the funds for up to 40 students to attend school and give them access to tutoring, counselling, and health care for a year. The program is sponsored by four Rotary clubs in Tegucigalpa. Our Interact club contributes more to the program than any other Interact club in the world!
Order of the Royal Purple presented Glacier View Lodge with a cheque in the amount of $1,000, which will be used towards a new initiative at Glacier View Lodge called the “Way-finding Project” aimed to creating colour and themes to assist our residents who have memory loss to more easily navigate in the building. Photo (from left): Thelma Lund, Heather Blackburn, Doreen Anderson, Liz Friis, director of Resident Lifestyle & Community Programs at Glacier View Lodge, Dianne Loomis, Shiela Burgess, and Margaret Cameron.
Comox Valley Blazing Paddles Dragon Boat Team and the Comox Valley Head Injury Society, pictured left, wish to say thank you to: The Comox Legion Branch 160, Comox Quality Foods, and the Comox Valley Regional District for supporting the annual luncheon, held June 12, in celebration of the Head Injury Society’s participation in dragon boating. The Head Injury Society dragon boat trains weekly during the spring, summer and early fall months with Blazing Paddles.
The Kingfisher Oceanside Resort & Spa has a Starfish Awards program in place where each month managers nominate team members that are employed at the resort who go ‘above and beyond’ their required job requirements. The chosen winner of the Starfish Award gets to choose a non-profit organization that they would like to donate a Two Night Stay in a Romance Suite at the Resort to (a $600 value). Sophie Gilmore is the winner of the June Starfish Award. Sophie, a massage therapist at the Kingfisher Oceanside Resort & Spa together with a small team of family members and friends found Jamie Sproule, the Comox Valley resident who was missing for five days.
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What is your group up to?
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The Comox Valley Lions Club recently made a donation of $1,100 to the Comox Valley Lifeline Society. Garth Burnell, Executive Director, left, accepting the $1,100 cheque from Lions Club President Bob Scales. Established in 1988 Comox Valley Lifeline Society, with the use of specialized equipment connected through the telephone lines, allows users to seek assistance on a 24/7 basis, just by pushing a button on a pendant worn around the neck or as a wrist band. Immediately after pushing the “ help button” a trained Lifeline monitor will respond to the call for help dispatching family or emergency services as needed.
Right - Brian Mather, a member of the Rotary Club of Comox presents a cheque for $10,000 to Natalie Robinson, chair, and Jenny Deters, director of the Today ‘n’ Tomorrow Learning Society. The money is to help the TNTLS put a new roof on the main building of the daycare facility. The Comox Rotary contributes over $50,000 to support local initiatives with funds raised by its Ducky 500 and Whiskey Fest events.
Marine Harvest representative Ian Roberts presents Glacier View Lodge with a cheque in the amount of $500. The donation will be directed towards our planned expansion of the Adult Day Program. “The Adult Day Program expansion will be happening soon. We have a design concept completed by the architect and done some work with the engineers. We look forward to being able to build the space very soon,” said Michael Aikins, executive director for Glacier View Lodge. The donation of $500 was matched by board VP and fundraising chair, Roslyn Smith. Photo (from left) Roslyn Smith, Michael Aikins, Ian Roberts.
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The Comox Valley Lions Club was on hand during the “ Ride for Dad“ registration to present a cheque for $500 to rider Neal MacDonald. From left to right: Lion Terri Pierreroy, Neal MacDonald, future Lion Rielle Renard, Lion’s Club President Bob Scales and Lion Nancy Owen. The mission of the Ride For Dad is to raise funds to save men’s lives by supporting prostate cancer research and raising public awareness of the disease. This popular event took place on June 14 this year, with an estimated 400 motorcycles taking part.
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