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The Wild Romantics are in for a wild ride after being named to the Top 12 in the province-wide Peak Performance Project. And Evan Miller and Aleisha Kalina are ready to take that ride together, armed with chemistry, passion, determination and a soon-to-be-released EP of new music. Miller and Kalina graduated from Ladysmith Secondary School four years apart. They may have missed each other in high school, but in 2012, they were both part of an improv alumni event, and they ended up performing on the same night. “I just found it really easy to sing with him,” said Kalina. They started sharing songs together — something they had never done with anyone else — and did a show together. Miller says that one of the things that really worked from the beginning is they both had very open attitudes. They went through some transformations as a band for a while and then ended up taking a four-month hiatus when they got away from that original spark that people really liked, which was just the two of them, singing together. “And then we were like, ‘wait, this is what’s important. You and me are important,’” said Miller. “We just started back with that sort of mentality of knowing what was important.” As their bio states, “Their voices harmonize just as well as they do and tell a story of two young lovers finding comfort and solace from the cold in each other and in the gift of creating music. The Wild Romantics put immense value on being able to share their stories of love, life, loss

and learning by taking their own experiences and creating stories that audiences relate to personally and can take home with them.” They opened for The Lion The Bear The Fox, a 2013 Peak Performance Project finalist band featuring Ladysmith’s Ryan McMahon, and things took off from there. “It was our first show after that break; we kind of just didn’t know what was going to happen,” said Miller. “We did it, and everyone was really excited about it, and that made us excited. Basically, that event was the step off.” Through that show, The Wild Romantics connected with Cory Woodward from The Lion The Bear The Fox, and he is currently producing their debut EP. “I think we knew from the beginning, but what validated what we were feeling was them going ‘you have something special here’ and we’re like OK,” said Kalina. “They’re incredible to work with; it’s nice to have that support sometimes,” said Miller, adding it means a lot because the band is building a career in a way they admire, and they make similar honest music that they enjoy. The Peak Performance Project, launched by 102.7 The Peak and administered by Music BC Industry Association, is designed to educate, promote, develop and launch the careers of some of B.C.’s and Alberta’s up and coming artists. Hundreds of artists apply each year. The Wild Romantics found out they’d made the Top 12 in B.C. in mid-June. This year, 12 artists from B.C. will receive an intensive, one-week training program in music business, live performance, songwriting, See Duo Page 8

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Where are the 1964 scholarship winners now? Ed Nicholson THE CHRONICLE

The photograph accompanying this article features seven local students who all received scholarships for academic achievement at their graduation in June 1964. Fifty years have now passed, and I was curious as to how their lives and careers had progressed since that significant rite of passage. With the help of both the “print and people” resources of the Ladysmith Historical Archives, I was fortunate to locate all seven of the graduates and interview them by telephone or email. Here are their stories. The tallest girl in the picture is Marie Scott, who received the International Longshore and Warehouse Union Ladies Auxiliary Scholarship. Marie was a popular student at LSS and thrived on the close but respectful relationship that existed between students and staff. In the 1964 edition of the Spion Kop, Ladysmith Secondary School’s annual yearbook, the caption accompanying her school graduation picture stated that Marie “could usually be found in the center of a group of chattering girls.” When asked, Marie did not challenge this description, but reminded the writer that she also attended class regularly and completed all her homework. Following high school graduation, Marie attended St. Anne’s Secretarial College in Nanaimo. After receiving her business certificate, she went to work for Ladysmith Town Hall under the management of Jim Runciman. A short time later, she met a young RCMP Constable, Ken Rehman, who was “fresh from the depot in Regina.” After they married in 1967, Marie followed Ken’s career postings from Kelowna to Prince Rupert and finally Victoria, where he retired in 1989. They presently reside in Langford. Marie raised three children and now has four grandchildren. She considers her “bucket list” to be “pretty full — at least for the moment!” The closing comment in the Spion Kop yearbook proclaimed, “Marie’s main ambition after graduation is to work for a while and then become an ideal housewife.” When I asked her to comment on this prediction, Marie laughed and said, “That’s pretty accurate!” Standing next to Marie in the 1964 photo is Vivian Battie, one of the well-known Ladysmith “Battie girls,” who lived with their parents at 209 White St. Like most children growing up in B.C. during the 1950s,

Vivian had an active but safe childhood, attending school in town surrounded by a close set of friends. Viv’s teen years were filled with school and local dances, picnics on Kuper Island, Teen Town, Friday night roller skating and hanging out at the Hub Café or the Wigwam. Shortly after graduation, Vivian met Colin Cameron from Nanaimo while working at De Clark’s Dairy. After a year at the dairy, they married and Viv began work with Nanaimo’s Social Welfare department. After five years, Viv left the work force to be with her two young children. One day, she received a surprise gift from Colin. It was a new organ from Florence Ferguson’s music store in Nanaimo and included a free lesson. That gift resulted in a 25-year career in the music business. Viv gave lessons at Ferguson’s Harbour Park store in addition to selling pianos, organs and other musical instruments. Music had always been an important part of Vivian’s life, which she credits to her mother, Margaret’s influence. “My mother,” she told me, “was a natural musician and could play the melody of any song on the piano by ear. She was the original inventor of ‘Name that Tune.’ We would all sit on the chesterfield while she played a mystery piece note by note. The first one to guess the name of the song would get points. First prize was 25 cents, down to 10 cents for fourth. I won most of the time!” Vivian studied piano at St

Mary’s Convent and completed Grade Five in the Royal Conservatory of Music. However, she learned to play popular music by herself. Vivian and Colin live in Cedar in one of the transplanted homes from the Diamond, which they purchased in 1965. The location is a good family compromise between Ladysmith and Nanaimo. Next year, the couple will celebrate their Golden Wedding Anniversary, but Vivian still has “things to try. Actually, I’ve never flown in an airplane, and coming up soon is a family trip to California with my daughter Laura and granddaughter Mackenzie, who is dancing in the Disneyland Parade. After that, who knows?” Lynne (Doherty) Hutton’s yearbook prediction was “to become a stewardess on an ocean liner.” Instead, she became the first member of her family to attend university. Although she did not complete her degree, Lynne did discover “an affinity for numbers.” After an early start as an operator with BC Telephone, she became an administrator in their payroll department. She retired from the same company in 1996 after 32 years of service. Her husband, Wes, whom she had met while he was in the military, asked her to marry him in 1967. Wes completed a 35-year career with BC Transit, and they retired to Nanaimo in 2001. Although Lynne never experienced the role of air or cruise line hostess in her career, trav-

el remains one of her favourite pastimes. Another big part of their life is fishing — together, with friends or with family. Looking back over her school and home life in Ladysmith, Lynne felt it was an ideal place to grow up. She has remained friends with schoolmates like Sandra (Simila) Virtanen and Joan (Gust) McKinley for more than 60 years, and “I like them now for the same reasons I liked then when we were growing up. You can always count on them.” The fourth graduating student in the back row of the photo is Joan Gust. Joan was from the Diamond, beginning school there as a student in Taimi Hindmarch’s kindergarten class. After graduating from Ladysmith Secondary, Joan discovered that she was too young to enter nurses training, so she enrolled in Grade 13 in Nanaimo. Finally, in January 1966, she started her training at Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria. After obtaining her degree, Joan worked at Nanaimo General Hospital for 20 years. In 1983, she married a young man from the Diamond, Joe McKinley, whose grandfather James first moved to the area in the late 1890s after seeking his fortune in the Klondike gold rush. Joe, who was Ladysmith first Queen’s Scout, first worked at the Ladysmith sawmill followed by a busy and productive career of 40 years as a longshoreman. Both are still actively involved in the com-

munity life of Diamond. I asked Joan about her favourite memories from school. She mentioned being editor of the Spion Kop yearbook in Grade 11 and president of the Student’s Council in her graduating year. She then concluded, “Those were good times … happy days. We really got along so well. Even in Grade 12 when we were divided into three classes, we were still all friends. I used to cut the girls’ hair in high school, setting and styling it for dances and other special occasions. [Laughing] I will probably be remembered most for that — cutting hair.” Sitting in the middle of the front row in the picture is Margaret (Jackson) Green. Like Vivian, Margaret grew up in a home filled with music. She was one of six children born to Stephen and Olive Jackson. Her parents were both music teachers, and an appreciation of literature and the fine arts was a key component of their upbringing. Margaret thrived in school, and her yearbook confidently predicted that “someday Margaret will return home as the great teacher we know she’ll be.” A school highlight for Margaret was being selected as an alternate for the combined Ladysmith-Chemainus team for the quiz show Reach for the Top, which reached the Canadian finals in 1963. She also played a Chopin piano solo (”or was it Schubert?”) at her graduation ceremony. Margaret then left Ladysmith to begin her studies at UBC. Frank Green, one of the Chemainus Reach for the Top team members was a student in mathematics at the same university. The relationship that had begun in preparatory sessions for the quiz show ended up in marriage. Then came two children, followed by a move to Alberta. By this time, however, Margaret had decided that she wanted to do something more in life than teach Canadian schoolchildren. Consequently, they packed up their children and accepted a CUSO position in Nigeria. As Margaret explained in the interview, “Frank and I had become very interested in issues of social justice. While raising our four sons, we became very aware of global issues regarding poverty, refugees, and basic human rights. I had always wanted to travel, and working for an NG0 provided the opportunity to become directly involved with these concerns.” After a number of years working in Third World countries, they returned to Canada and became involved with many of See Six Page 4

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Six of the seven students are living on Vancouver Island

From Page 3 ing the interview, he prethe same issues in Vancou- ferred to talk about his lovely and talented wife Leona (Rever’s East End community. Frank and Margaret Green ist), who is well known as a are now retired and living on teacher and artist in our comVancouver Island at Fanny munity. He is equally proud of Bay. I asked Margaret if she his two children, Aisha and felt that she had lived up to Lucas. In his life, he has tried to the expectations expressed in her high school annual. live up to his father’s expecHer reply: “I think I took my tations as a parent, a husdesire to teach out of the band and a productive memclassroom and into the world. ber of his community. “I was The experiences in Africa very proud of my dad, and I gave me the community skills worked hard to make him to work successfully with the proud of me.” Finally, we come to Dennis marginalized in Vancouver. I learned to be flexible and to listen closely to what memShirley Naylor (foreground) and Morna Rockingham peruse the plant collec- bers of the community were tion during the Ladysmith Resources Centre Association (LRCA)’s Fancy Plants trying to say. It was not really teaching but rather a sharing and Bake Sale June 14. The co-ordinators say the sale was “very successful,” of solutions based upon real and they would like to thank all the Ladysmith residents who came to support life experience.” the LRCA and help ensure its programs continue to run. “A big thanks to all We now come to the first of the staff, board members and volunteers that came together to make it a huge the young men in the scholsuccess,” they stated in an e-mail. “LRCA is looking forward to having more arship group. Michael Petrak fundraising events in the near future.” Lindsay Chung was valedictorian for the 1964 graduating class. He has fond memories of his school years. Town of Ladysmith “I received an excellent education, and more importantly, Michael Petrak I received the education I needed. All of my teachers in high school were both diligent and dedicated. If you The 2013 Annual Municipal Report for the Town of needed help, it was there for you.” Ladysmith is available for viewing at City Hall as of Michael was the son of the Friday, June 27, and online at www.ladysmith.ca high school principal, John Matson. Dennis is presently Petrak, a highly respected in Helsinki, Finland, on holiThe report will be considered at the man both at work and in the days but he was kind enough Regular Council Meeting on Monday, Ladysmith community. Con- to respond to my questions July 21, 2014, 7:00 p.m., in Council sequently, everyone expected by e-mail. Chambers, City Hall, 410 Esplanade, After graduation, Dennis that Mike would follow in his completed a degree in Apbrother’s footsteps and enter Ladysmith. university. But Michael had plied Science in Chemical other plans. Beginning as a Engineering at UBC. He log sorter in the Chemainus worked in the pulp and pamill, he worked his way up per industry in Dryden, Ont., the McMillan Bloedel ladder and Prince George, B.C. This and ended his long and suc- included working as a design cessful career with this same engineer to help create the company as an office man- largest mill of its kind in the world at that time. ager in 1993. As an operating manager Although his career took him to a number of coastal and research engineer, much lumber towns Michael, now of his long and varied career lives in Ladysmith in a home focused on reducing his inhe had previously bought and dustry’s impact on the environment. sold. In 1969, he married Helen, a As many of my readers are no doubt aware, Mike is a Registered Nurse. Together, quiet and modest man. Dur- they have raised two daughth

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vehicle that was in The man was wearthe passing lane next ing a black T-shirt and to the second vehicle black shorts and was as it swerved into the Caucasian and apJune 1 to middle lane to avoid a proximately 30 years June 28 collision. old. Police conducted June 1 to No injuries were in- patrols in the area but June 28 volved. A tow truck were unable to locate was called to remove the male. the third vehicle in- • Saturday, volved. June 28 — At 2:40 It was noted that p.m., police received the driver of the first a report of an assault vehicle departed the on Penelakut Island Alderwood Drive. Ap- scene without leav- between two females, proximately $100 ing any details behind. one using a rock to worth of meat was No charges were laid. cause injuries to the taken. • Monday, June other. A possible suspect 23 — At 10:28 a.m., Police and ambuwas identified, and a male reported his lance staff attended the investigation is 2008 Blue Diamond the scene and transongoing. Back Grind bicycle ported the victim to • Thursday, was stolen from his the Chemainus Health June 19 — At 2:50 backyard, located Care Centre. The susp.m., two vehicles near Methuen Street pect fled the scene collided on the Trans- and First Avenue. before police arrived Canada Highway near The bike is de- and was not locatRoberts Street. scribed as having a ed. Criminal assault The first vehicle in rusty chain and foot charges are pending. the northbound lane pegs on the front If you have any instruck a deer, and forks and rear hub. formation relating to the second vehicle • Thursday, these crimes or any following behind June 26 — At 9:30 other ones, please swerved to avoid a.m., the RCMP re- contact the Ladysmith the first vehicle. No ceived a report of a RCMP Detachment contact was made; male carrying a gun at 250-245-2215 or however, the second along Timberlands CrimeStoppers at vehicle struck a third Road. 1-800-222-8477.

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Online art classes an accessible way to spark your creative energy new technique that you’ve Community been considering. There are ample temptaart showcase tions: multi-media, drawSherry Bezanson Ladysmith Arts Council

hen we consider art classes, most people would think of a cluttered room full of colour-splattered tables, cans of paint brushes, and a paint-speckled floor. One doesn’t initially think of art classes as an online possibility. But this learning method is gaining acceptability and offers an immense variety and is easily accessible. With a few words on YouTube, you can gain access to almost any kind of art tutorial you can imagine. Think of it and it is likely to be there. The lessons are free, and you can add them into your schedule at any time you want. You can even multi-task: grab your morning tea or coffee, start work on whatever project you expected to do (whether at work, working at home, or simply checking your e-mails). You can run the lesson in the background and gain knowledge on a

ing, altered books, sewing or knitting classes, art journaling, photography and so many more that it’s impossible to mention. Do you want to learn to make a knitted owl? It’s there. Paint a rock or shell; it’s there too. Online art classes are such an accessible way to spark your creative energy and begin a process of exploration. Consider this as a challenge anyone out there to do one lesson a day for a month — this would increase your fun factor and knowledge immediately. You could jump start your creative endeavours. Many people deny their creativity, but we are all creative in some way. There is research out there that suggests if one is denying their creativity, that it can result in weight gain and obesity, addiction, depression, and other health issues. For well-being, it is important to unleash your creative potential. Take advantage of all that you can be and do in this go at life.

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Pet owners warned of recent attacks on cats Editor: In the past few months, there have been three separate attacks on cats in the area of the cul-de-sac at the south end of Fourth Avenue Extension. Two of the cats have died, including ours, which was killed on July 1. Witnesses report that in two cases, the attacker has been a medium to

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“Shoot to Kill” a poor choice of name Editor: I was dismayed when I read about the Ladysmith Secondary School grad class’s “Shoot to Kill” event. The very name is offensive and insensitive in light of the numerous deadly assaults which have taken the lives of schoolchildren and teachers over the past years in Canada and other countries. Granted, this event invokes “water guns;” however, language is powerful and needs to be respected for its ability to emote responses both positive and negative. As a past teacher and administrator in Saskatchewan for 30 years, I always believed it was the responsibility of teachers and administrators to monitor and at times temper the innocent and enthusiastic ideas of our youth, who do not have the maturity to think through the ramifications of school-related activities. Elaine Davidson Ladysmith

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Canada Day brush fire a reminder to be cautious A small brush fire northwest of Ladysmith on July 1 is a reminder to be cautious when it’s so dry out. Ladysmith Fire/ Rescue crews were called out about 3 p.m. Tuesday, July 1 when smoke was seen behind Ladysmith. It turned out the brush fire was north west of town and outside of Ladysmith Fire/ Rescue’s jurisdiction and was on TimberWest lands, but the fire department has a mutual aid agreement with BC Forest Service where the Ladysmith firefighters can go in when needed, explained Ladysmith Fire/Rescue Chief Ray Delcourt. “We found a fairly large fire in the timberline,” he said. “We moved our crews in with our hose lines and started extinguishing the fire.” Resources were

also brought in from ever that if they’re the North Oyster not careful, these Fire Department, BC things can happen.” Forest Service and Ladysmith firefightTimberWest. ers spent about five BC Forest Service hours at the scene, also brought in a he- and then BC Forest licopter to dump wa- Service and Timberter on the areas the West crews did the firefighters couldn’t reach, explained Delcourt, noting the helicopter dropped about 20 loads of water. When the fire was controlled enough, BC Forest Service relieved the Ladysmith firefighters and made sure there were no hot spots. Delcourt says this fire serves as a reminder to be careful outside during these hot days. “I don’t think people realize how dry it is out there,” he said. “We’re not getting much rain, so definitely watch out what you’re doing in forested areas and with campfires and smoking in these areas. There’s so much access to these areas by quads and what-

mop up work. to get to it quickly. “It was at the hot- When these kinds of test part of the day, fires are that close to and there was defi- our town, that really nitely the potential makes us aware. to get a lot bigger “Luckily when we quicker,” said Del- had the fire, the court. “We were wind was moving lucky we were able away from town.”

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CVCAS about using Waterwheel Park, explained CVCAS president Bob Johns. The society said it would see what it could do about organizing the festival, and now, the event is just days away. “It’s brand-new this year,” said Johns. “The rockabilly community is promoting it quite well, and we’re expecting quite a good turnout for it. It will be kind of a Happy Days, 1950s thing, and I’m sure a lot of people will be in the mood Hank Angel is one of the featured performers at this Saturday’s Rockabilly and will dress 1950s style. The music was Rumble festival at Waterwheel Park in Chemainus. PHOTO SUBMITTED the very first rock ‘n’ of Edmonton. and he was the origi- ental music and covers roll that came out, and Slim Sandy, who nal drummer for Ray in the alt-country vein. I think people will relives in Victoria, plays Condo from 1985 to Hell Katz is a Duncan- ally enjoy it.” Admission is by doa combination of his 1994. He has been the based rockabilly band, own compositions and lead singer and rhythm and Tropic Mayhem is nation, with $15 being rockabilly or country guitars with the Crazy a surf and beach band. suggested. For more informablues songs from the Rhythm Daddies since The festival was born late 1940s and early 1988. when members of Hell tion, visit www.che1960s. He has played Sweet Potato Brown Katz wanted to have mainusrockabilly.com. “It’s supposed to be a drums for Sun Records is Shelley Brown’s lat- a rockabilly festival legend Billy Lee Riley, est band, playing ori- and approached the fun day,” said Johns.

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The Wild Romantics are Top 12 finalists in the B.C. Peak Performance Project. PHOTO BY KGOODPHOTO think we know how to be lazy with the things we’re passionate about,” said Kalina. “If you give us the tools, we will build something with it, whatever that may be.” The Wild Romantics are currently working on an EP with Woodward, and they expect to release the album by the end of August. “We couldn’t ask for anything better for our first time recording,” said Miller. Both Kalina and Miller feel like the timing is right for The Wild Romantics. “We don’t ever want to do something halfass, ever,” said Kalina. “I’ve been a singersongwriter since I was 16, Evan since he was 17 or something. I’m 25; that’s almost 10

years, and my whole life, someone’s been like ‘why don’t you have an EP, why don’t you have this.’ It wasn’t time, I didn’t have the right money to do it, and I don’t even think I had the right personality to stand up for what I wanted. That’s why this has been just such an organic experience.” “Yeah, nothing has been forced,” agreed Miller. Miller describes this moment in time as they get busy with the Peak Performance Project and as they get set to release their EP as exciting and overwhelming. “You get picked for something like this and you basically want to prove that you deserve to be there,”

he said. Meanwhile, Kalina doesn’t feel overwhelmed; she is more than ready to face the next step. “You know how you blow out a candle or you get an eyelash or you see the first star and make a wish? I’ve never changed my wish since I was 14, and every single wish I have made on any thing has been this,” she said. “All my energy is fired up and focused, and I’m like ‘bring it on.’ I’m super competitive, and I love teamwork and I love creating things, so for me, this is just like the best. This is the stuff I live for.” The Wild Romantics will be playing the Khatsahlano Festival with the Peak Performance Project Saturday, July 12 in Vancouver. Locally, they will be playing a house concert Friday, July 25 at 7:30 p.m. at 11221 Chemainus Rd. with Kerry Ryan and The Hooper Brothers. Tickets are $15 for adults or $10 for youth and seniors, and they can be reserved by calling or texting 250619-2620.

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Singer-songwriter Russ Rosen of Vancouver has played music everywhere from African stadiums to Canadian East Coast pubs and from Olympic stages to Parisian cafés. Over the last 27 years, he has played in nations as far-flung as Greece, France, Rwanda, southeast Asia, Israel and Germany, and in every corner of Canada. Rosen describes himself as someone who plays “music with mission, whether it is to bring hope to the survivors of the Rwandan genocide or to inspire a crowd of young people or to sing peace over the warring landscape of the Middle East or to erupt celebration on the streets of his own city for hundreds of thousands of onlookers.” Rosen’s musical mission will bring him to Ladysmith this Sunday night (July 13) to perform in the Concerts in the Park series at Transfer Beach. Rosen performs original music, sometimes mixing in some Canadiana or folk covers. He says he sings a lot of songs about Canadian history, and he describes his music as Canadiana/folk/rock/ gospel, which is still kind of bluesy and a bit funky. He can draw an audience to a compelling story of history or faith one minute and stir a crowd in to a par-

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NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING Bylaws No. 1858, 1859, 1860 and 1861 July 14, 2014

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Pursuant to Section 892 of the Local Government Act, we advise you that a Public Hearing has been scheduled for Monday, July 14, 2014 at 7:00pm in the meeting room of the Ladysmith Seniors’ Centre, 630 Second Avenue, Ladysmith, BC to consider adopting a new and updated Zoning Bylaw for the Town of Ladysmith and related consequential amending Bylaws, as follows: • Bylaw 1858 cited as “Town of Ladysmith Area G and Area H Land Use Regulations Repeal Bylaw 2014, No. 1858” • Bylaw 1859 cited as “Official Community Plan Bylaw 2003, No. 1488, Amendment Bylaw (No. 43), 2014, No. 1859” • Bylaw 1860 cited as ”Town of Ladysmith Zoning Bylaw 2014, No. 1860” • Bylaw 1861 cited as “Official Community Plan Bylaw 2003, No. 1488, Amendment Bylaw (No. 44), 2014, No. 1861” Anyone who considers their interest in property to be affected by proposed Bylaws No. 1858, 1859, 1860 and 1861 will be given reasonable opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing in person or by written submission respecting matters contained in the Bylaws. What is the Public Hearing about? A new and updated ZONING BYLAW is proposed for the Town. The four Bylaws described below are related to the implementation of this new and updated Zoning Bylaw. The purpose of Bylaw No. 1858 is to repeal land use regulations for areas formerly within Electoral Area “G” and Electoral Area “H” of the CVRD that will now be covered by the Town’s Zoning Bylaw. The purpose of Bylaw No. 1859 is to amend the Official Community Plan (OCP) Bylaw by updating the land use designation maps in the OCP and the South Ladysmith Area Plan (refer to Maps 1 to 10 at the end of this Notice); amending the “Parks & Open Space, Land Use & Circulation” map in the Holland Creek Area Plan by removing areas covered by the OCP Land Use map; and adding to the OCP new and updated policies about school planning, commercial land use, and detached secondary suites to support the community’s vision. The purpose of Bylaw No. 1860 is to adopt a new and updated Zoning Bylaw for all properties located within the Town of Ladysmith. If approved Bylaw No. 1860 will replace the current Town of Ladysmith Zoning Bylaw 1995, No. 1160, as amended, with a new and updated Zoning Bylaw. This Bylaw affects all properties in the Town by establishing zones and regulations for the use and the density of use of land, building and structures; regulating the siting, size and dimensions of uses, building and structures; and regulating parcel sizes, off-street parking and loading and screening and landscaping. The Zoning Bylaw contains text and a map. In general terms, the Zoning Bylaw introduces new regulations affecting accessory buildings, coach house use, perimeter wall height, home-based business use, flexible live-work options in the downtown, urban agriculture, food trucks, shipping containers, large format retail, drive-through service access, bicycle parking, and landscaping and screening. New zones are introduced for residential use, natural parks, marine harvesting, marine conservation, agriculture and forestry uses. The purpose of Bylaw No. 1861 is to amend the Official Community Plan (OCP) Bylaw by adding new and updated Development Permit Areas (DPA) and guidelines and a DPA map to support the community’s vision. Where can I get more information? A copy of the proposed Bylaws and related information may be viewed at the Town of Ladysmith City Hall located at 410 Esplanade, Ladysmith, BC until July 14, 2014. Office hours are Monday to Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm, excluding statutory holidays. The Zoning Bylaw Text and Zoning Bylaw Map and the Development Permit Areas (DPA) and DPA Map are also available for review on the Town’s website (www.ladysmith.ca) and a display has been set up in the lobby of the Development Services Office and the Frank Jameson Community Centre. The project website (www.ladysmithzoningbylaw.ca) provides background reports and information about the development of the new and updated Zoning Bylaw. Drop-In Display Locations and Hours: From June 30 to July 14 (closed July 1st) Frank Jameson Community Centre Lobby Development Services Office Lobby 810 Sixth Avenue, Ladysmith 132C Roberts Street, Ladysmith Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 9:00pm Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm (Closed 12 to 1) Saturday & Sunday, 8:00am to 6:00pm How do I make a written submission? If you are unable to attend the Public Hearing, written submissions can also be provided. If they are received by 12 Noon, Wednesday, July 9, 2014, they can be included in the public hearing agenda package. Written submissions should be sent to the Town of Ladysmith, PO Box 220, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A2, or by Fax to 250-245-6411, or by Email to info@ladysmith.ca. After Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at 12 Noon, written submission can still be provided by the above means or submitted at the Public Hearing. Following the close of the Public Hearing, no further submissions or comments from the public or interested persons can be accepted by members of Council. Questions? Questions can be directed to staff in the Town of Ladysmith Development Services Department by calling 250-245-6415 and asking to speak to Lisa Brinkman, Planner, or Felicity Adams, Director of Development Services. Notice given by Sandy Bowden, Corporate Officer. OCP Amendment Bylaw 1859 – Land Use Designation Amendment Maps 1 to 10

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Sun shines on 30th Shuffle Don Bodger THE CHRONICLE

A burst of sunlight hit the assembled racers just as the 30th anniversary running of the Chemainus Twilight Shuffle was about to start Tuesday, June 24 at 7 p.m. It was almost like a shining tribute to an event that’s graced the streets of downtown Chemainus for so many years, going from a four-mile event to a more conventional three-mile race in recent years. The Shuffle’s had its ups and downs This year’s 30th annual Twilight Shuffle attracted 235 registered runners and and times when or- walkers, and 213 people finished the race. LINDSAY CHUNG ganizer Phil Nicholls wondered whether it mism that it’s on the end in the spring and Lloyd just discovering summer that might it. might continue, espe- rebound. “It really had dropped not conflict with oth- “A lot of people had cially after last year’s horrendous condi- off,’’ he said. “That er events and bring a heard of it and a lot hadn’t,’’ conceded tions when the turn- part (the increase) is better turnout. The evening as- Nicholls. out dipped to barely great to see.’’ The relatively short Nicholls has toyed pect remains its 150. But the anniver- with the idea of mak- unique attribute and distance of the race could generate re- lends itself to some sary helped the race ing many changes. rebound to 235 reg- “I did do it a little lat- newed interest with fast times, and Bruce was the younger athletes like Deacon istered runners and er this year,’’ he said. Otherwise, it’s dif- Ladysmith track-and- quickest of the 213 walkers and provided Nicholls some opti- ficult to find a week- field phenom Haleigh finishers in a sizzling

16:13. Jill Ramstead was the first female finisher in 19:10. We even had a friendly family race going, as I returned to run the event for the first time in many years. Five of my other family members left me in the dust — sister Linda Bevan finishing in 23:32, and the rest of the Bodger clan, brother Dave clocked in 24:46, sister-in-law Tracey in 24:58, and brother Doug and niece Rachel coming in together in 26:37. It took me 33:23 to finish, but wait ‘till next year. Full results are at Nicholls’ website at www. islandrunner.ca. He hopes this will fuel a comeback for the Shuffle as it moves into the next 30 years, with support from the Chemainus Legion membership and other volunteers playing a huge role.

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LOST: Nikon D40 camera w/lenses and accessories in grey backpack camera bag. Ladysmith Marina June 22 weekend. Call 250-613-6164.

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An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.

THE SALMON Arm Curling Centre in British Columbia, is accepting applications for Head Ice Technician. Successful applicant starts mid August for 2014/2015 season. Preference Level 2 certification or better, with ice making experience. Position includes ice installation, care/maintenance throughout season and year-end removal, along with some facility care duties. Season normally runs from first week of September to March. A competitive wage based on experience is being offered. Send resumes/questions directly to President, Salmon Arm Curling Centre, Darcy Seghers dsrenos@telus.net.

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EXPERIENCED PARTS person required for a progressive auto/industrial supplier. Hired applicant will receive top wages, full benefits and RRSP bonuses working 5 day work week, plus moving allowances. Our 26,000ft2 store is located 2.5 hours N.E. of Edmonton, Alberta. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send resume to: Sapphire Auto, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Email: hr@sapphireinc.net.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS LEGALS â&#x153;ąTO: Registered Owner of Home Registered Security Holder under the PPSA RE: 30 day Notice of Intent to sell the following property Manufactured Home (MHR#068707) located on home site #70 at Seabird Manufactured Home Community, 3449 Hallberg Road Cassidy, BC, V0R 1H0. This is notice that Parkbridge Lifestyle Communities Inc., landlord, has taken possession of the above manufactured home pursuant to Manufactured Home Park Tenancy Regulation 60/2008, Part 6 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Abandonment of Personal Property, Sections 34-41. Parkbridge Lifestyle Communities Inc. intends to sell the above manufactured home unless you take possession of the property, establish a right of possession of it or make application to the court to establish the right within 30 days from the date this notice is deemed served. â&#x153;ąName of Registered Owners and previous tenant: Bryon Rivington Description of Property to be sold: One 1973, Lamplighter â&#x20AC;&#x201C;12X60 Serial Number: N/A. Manufactured Home Registration: 068707. â&#x153;ąAddress of the Residential Home Site and where the property is being stored: Seabird Manufactured Home Community, #70 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3440 Hallberg Rd, Cassidy, BC V0R 1H0. â&#x153;ąName & address of the Landlord: P a r k b r i d g e Lifestyle Communities Inc. c/o Lorelei Guthrie, Regional Manager, BC Regional Office, 8220 King George Boulevard,Surrey, BC V3W 6E1. Ph: 604-593-5630 Fax: 604-599-4294. E-mail: lguthrie@parkbridge.com Please be advised that unless you establish a right to possession or make application to the court to establish the right within 30 days, we will proceed with our right to dispose of the manufactured home in accordance with the Manufactured Home Park Tenancy Act and the Manufactured Home Park Tenancy Regulations.

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DEATHS

Stu Taylor March 26, 1937 - May 22, 2014 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Good people are remembered long after they are gone.â&#x20AC;? Proverbs 10:7 Awesome loving husband, dad, grandpa, brother, father-in-law and our best friend. Our hearts are aching, we are so sad, but down deep in our hearts you are still with us. So loved, respected and cherished. Always and forever. Stu was a great dad to his sons. He had a special love and great bond as dad and friend to Butch, Steve, Mike, Corey and Ken. He sure loved and respected them and loved being with them. They bonded as men in a real special loving way. He had a tender heart for his family, and friends too. He really cared about people and was a really good listener and was so helpful to us and others. Such a wonderful trait to have and he had it. That was Stu. We planted a wonderful Garry Oak in loving remembrance of our dad and grandpa. We shall all watch it grow strong and sturdy just like Stu was right to the end. Bye for now dear Stu. Love you forever. Miss you so much. Just want to hug you and pat your hand once again. Someday Stu, you and I will be together again just as God promised. Faithful, caring, loving God. See you on the mountain top, in the sunshine. Love forever from your sons, grand kids, daughters-in-law, sister Sandra, and me, Margaret and also from your friends who loved you in a special way. Thanks for all the wonderful, good years and the love and care and respect and such good memories that will always last forever. You were such a wonderful blessing to me as my husband and my best friend. Love you dearly forever. Remembering your love and trust in The Lord that we both share. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lord, if it is you, bid me come to you over the water.â&#x20AC;? And he said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;comeâ&#x20AC;?. Matthew 14:28-29 We shall love you forever, deep in our heart.

Ladysmith Marina has openings for the following positions:

Marina Attendant:

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Journeyman Carpenter / Carpenterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Helper / Apprentice: Required for our boathouse building program / dock building / renovations. These are full time positions.

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DEATHS

Parks, Charles Athol June 23, 1919 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; June 24, 2014

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our father Charlie. Born in Craik Saskatchewan in 1919 he was predeceased by his parents Charles and Florence Parks, sister Lucy and son Bobby. Survived by his sons Russell (Valarie) and Scott, stepsons Jackson (Anne), and Raymond (Kelly), daughter Grace, stepdaughters Susan and Margo, and daughter-in-law Maria, 12 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. As a young man Charlie was a bugler in the Regina RiďŹ&#x201A;e Regiment 2nd Battalion. He was employed in the parts warehouse at General Motors in Regina until 1951 when he was transferred to Vancouver, in December of 1956 he and the children were moved to Kitimat to open the new dealership there. In the spring of 1958 he was transferred to Port Alberni to set up their Parts Department at the GM Dealership. Rather than be transferred again he took employment with MacMillan Bloedel Pulp and Paper in their parts/ďŹ rst aid department where he remained until his retirement. Port Alberni was good to him and his family, he spent many happy hours golďŹ ng at the Alberni Valley Golf Club and curling at the rink. Charlie particularly enjoyed his time living on Taylor Arm Sproat Lake, ďŹ shing with the boys, the occasional hunting trip on the Beaufort Range and the famous ďŹ shing trips at Prince Rupert. He enjoyed people and had many good friends, he loved going out to dinner at his favourite haunts he will be missed by many. The family wishes to thank La Rosa Gardens for treating Charlie like a loved family member and the special kindness given him by Home Support which allowed him to remain in his apartment as long as possible. He celebrated his 95 birthday at the Cowichan District Hospital in Duncan and we would like thank them also for their excellent care. Charlie had requested no service. Donations in memory of Charlie may be made to the Cancer Society.

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DEATHS

250-245-5553 DEATHS

Mary Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Shea

100 Years of Faith, Hope & Charity Muriel Edith (Mary) Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Shea slipped away peacefully at noon on June 29, 2014 at the Chemainus Health Care Centre, surrounded by family. She would have turned 100 on November 13. Mary was born in Raynes Park, England and married Cyril (Cy) Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Shea in 1938. They brought the family to Canada in 1957. She and Cy raised their 6 children in Chemainus and became members of St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Catholic Church. Mary was a member of the Catholic Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s League and believed in â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;practising what she preachedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; by doing volunteer work in the community that involved visiting the sick and elderly, teaching children to read, and doing Hospice work. One of her great loves was singing, and she was a member of the Chemainus Seniors Centre Choir for many years. She decided to branch out in her sixties and learned to drive, swim, type and play the guitar. She made her debut at the Dancing Bean in Chemainus when she was 92. When the house band said â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;one more timeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; she played her whole repertoire again. Mary and Cy moved to New Denver, BC after the children were grown and Mary continued her charity work and singing there. Cy passed away in 1989. They were always good friends with Grace and Lou Shelling, and Betty and Paul Viala. She is survived by her children: Jeanne, Mike, Terry, Phil, Kathleen and Marie and their spouses. Mary was enormously proud of her numerous grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. She even lived long enough to have 2 greatgreat-grandchildren. She leaves her friends Grace Shelling, Paul Viala, Alice Bazoin and Gladys Steven. The family would like to thank Dr. Manhas, her friends and the staff at The Steeples Assisted Living, the staff at Cowichan District Hospital, Cairnsmore Place and the Chemainus Health Care Centre for allowing Mary to live her ďŹ nal years with dignity. There was a funeral mass at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Catholic Church in Chemainus at 1 pm on Saturday July 5, a reception followed at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s School Hall. It was Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wish that there be no ďŹ&#x201A;owers. If you wish, please make a donation to the church or to Amnesty International. Telfordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of Ladysmith 250-245-5553

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

TRANSPORTATION

DEATHS

FINANCIAL SERVICES

APPLIANCES

HOUSES FOR SALE

ANTIQUE/CLASSICS

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

23 CU.FT. deep-freeze, $125. ALMOND 15 cu ft fridge, $150. White sxs fridge, $150. White 30â&#x20AC;? range, $150. 30â&#x20AC;? almond range, $125. White 30â&#x20AC;? propane stove, $150. Black 30â&#x20AC;? range, $200. Kenmore Washer dryer sets, $200-$350. Washers, $150-$250. Dryers, $100$150. Built-in dishwashers, $100-$150. White portable dishwasher, $100. Black Kenmore built-in dishwasher, $150. 6 month warranty on all appliances. Please call Greg at (250)246-9859.

BEAUTIFUL ENGLISH Bungalow, four years old, Sunshine Coast. Low yard maintenance, low running costs, four bedrooms, two bathrooms, ocean & mountain views. Information and pictures, 604.485.8321. 1929 GAZELLE Mercedes kit car, Mustang running gear. $2,200 or best offer. 250-7434392

1992 WINNEBAGO Chieftan. Reduced price, now $9,000. Excel condition, new flooring prof. installed, new tires, new brake pads, rotors & calipers, stall shower, walk around QN sized bed in rear, pullout double bed, Onan generator, 454 motor, new canopy 8x20 add a room 250-732-1839.

Van Der Meer, Johannes (John) Hendricus On June 29th, 2014 Johannes (John) Hendricus Van Der Meer passed away surrounded by loving family at Wexford Creek. Born July 16th, 1930 in Wilnis, the Netherlands. He immigrated to Canada as a young man and has made the Yellowpoint area his home for the last 35 years. John leaves behind his loving and devoted wife Elsie Vandermeer and daughters Yolanda Vandermeer (Ken Ball), Yvonne Dervalics (Ernie), Yvonne Porter (Van) and Annette Koch. John had a great appreciation of nature in all her glory that reďŹ&#x201A;ected throughout his life and in his home. He will be greatly missed by all of his family and all the people he touched. His was a spirit that brought a smile and happiness to all, with his thoughtful kindness and his antics and jokes. A welder fabricator by trade, he was also a self taught man, capable of so much. It wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t unusual to hear someone say â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ask John, he can ďŹ x itâ&#x20AC;?. And so he would...just because. So let us raise a glass & come join us for Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Celebration of Lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, to be held at the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Crow & Gate Pubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, on his birthday~July 16, 2014, from 3~5 pm, in the tented Garden Court Yard area.

FURNITURE

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Be part of a landmark project, recognized throughout Vancouver, then Come back to grow with us at LMS Reinforcing Steel Group! Our City infrastructure could not be built without experienced professionals like YOU! Project Duration: Monday, July 21st - Monday, July 28th, 2014 Number of Vacancies: 50 Requirements: Looking for DEPENDABLE and HARD working professionals who can commit to: seven (7) to eight (8) straight days (Monday to Monday) of twelve (12) hour shifts (see below for either Days OR Nights). Shifts: 1) Day = 7am to 7pm; OR 2) Night = 7pm to 7am (premium rate paid) BeneĹľts: â&#x20AC;˘ Accommodation (if you reside out of North Vancouver area) â&#x20AC;˘ Meals provided (During shifts) â&#x20AC;˘ Completion Bonus (if all 7 days of 12 hour shift is completed). Application requirements: Send your Letter of intent/interest and point form Resume (outlining your previous experience & transferable skills) and preferred shift (Day or Night) via: careers@lmsgroup.ca OR Fax: 604.572.6139 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Quote: â&#x20AC;&#x153;SILO-July2014â&#x20AC;? in the subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those who clearly outline the application requirements above will be contacted toward future screening.

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ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

QUEEN MATTRESS P/T SET: Brand new! in sealed plastic Bags. $200. 778.441.1807

GARAGE SALES HUGE MULTI-FAMILY Garage Sale- 753 Malone Rd, Friday, July 11 & Sat, July 12, 7-3pm. All must go!

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? KILL BED Bugs & Their Eggs! Buy Harris Bed Bug Killer Complete Treatment Program or Kit. Available: Hardware Stores, Buy Online: homedepot.com KILL ROACHES! Buy Harris Roach Tablets. Eliminate bugs- guaranteed. No mess, odorless, long lasting. Available at Ace Hardware & The Home Depot. KITCHENAID FRIDGE white, lower freezer, $400. KitchenAid stove, white, 4-burner ceramic top, convection $350. Kenmore xtra-capacity heavyduty washer $150. All in good working order 250-245-5165.

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STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca. STEEL BUILDINGS. Summer meltdown sale! 20x20 $5,419. 25x26 $6,485. 30x30 $8,297. 32x34 $9,860. 40x48 $15,359. 47x68 $20,558. Front & back wall included. Pioneer Steel 1800-668-5422 or visit online: www.pioneersteel.ca

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LOTS 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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8â&#x20AC;&#x2122;10â&#x20AC;? PIONEER Truck/ Camper. Propane stove & oven, Hydraulic jacks. $3100. Please call (250)743-5827.

LADYSMITH: 14 x 70, 3 bdrm mobile home in Timberland Park. Asking $25,000 as is. See management at #43. Phone 250-245-3647.

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO LARGE 1 bdrm apt. plus den. Covered deck. Incls washer/dryer. Close to 1st Ave and Transfer Beach. $685 plus utilities. Call 250-741-0353.

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Meicor Properties Ladysmith: 1 bdrm $700/mo. 2 bdrm grnd flr $800/mo Includes heat & hot water, small pets OK. Available July 1st. 250-924-6966. www.meicorproperties.com

2004 Volkswagen TouaregBeige, V8, All-wheel drive Volkswagen Touareg, leather interior, auto transmission, VW trailer package for towing, newer brakes & tire sensors, extremely well maintained clean vehicle, amazing safe ride in all conditions, heated seats, censored wipers, air, amazing sound system, plus many more extras. Locally purchased and serviced. Reduced to $11,500. Call John 250-816-7368.

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL SPACE avail. at Timberlands Mobile Home Park, 3581 Hallberg Rd. Suitable for restaurant or small grocery. Call 250-245-3647.

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1975 26.6â&#x20AC;&#x2122; BAYLINER, Command bridge, 2 stations. 1985 260 Mercruiser and leg. Stand-up head & shower, 4burner propane stove & oven, 2-way refrigerator, bus heater. Full canvas on bridge and back deck. VHF radio, depth sounder. Great shape. $5500. Please call (250)746-4423. 25â&#x20AC;&#x2122; CATALINA Quality Fixed keel sailboat. $10,200. Also, available 2 small out board, $380 each. Call (250)7435827.

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PET CARE SERVICES CAT SITTING in my home. Safe, loving environment. No cages. 7 day to long term stay. Limited space. 250-740-5554

1997 AMERICAN EAGLE 40VS Fleetwood, 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Diesel Cummins, Allison trans., Onan gen. set, spartan chassis, heated basement. Beautiful, garage kept. Luxury interior. Too many extras to list. Blue ox hitch & Saturn tow car optional. Discount Special $55,000. 250-743-4392

1995 Luxury Aurora Oldsmobile (98000kms). Garage kept, mint condition, recent receipts for over $3,000 in updated repairs and service. $3,500 obo. 250-743-4392.

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Radically new Cherokee returns after 20 years Jeep has been one of the that the Dodge Dart strongest brands for the uses, the styling is edgy Chrysler Group, thanks and modern. to the fantastic Grand The sharp nose and Cherokee mid-sized SUV small headlamps, along and the always-popular with the curved Jeep Wrangler. grille make a statement. Building off that success Some Jeep aficionados is the introduction of an might not be intrigued The 2014 all-new Cherokee. It has by this new design but been almost twenty years Cherokee is a newcomers to the brand since we had a Cherokee thoroughly modern might. The starting price in the market and this is $23,495, which is less SUV with goone is radically different than it’s major comfrom anything one might anywhere capability petitors. For this price, remember. Since the you get standard air and around town Chrysler group didn’t have refinement that needs conditioning, Bluetooth a small SUV in its portfolio connectivity, two USB to be experienced. to take on established ports, a 5-inch Uconnect players like the Toyota screen and power winZack Spencer RAV4, Honda CR-V and dows/doors. The AWD Ford Escape, this 2014 Cherokee has a model starts at $25,695, which is also lot riding on its success the lowest price model in this class. The closest competitor, on price, image and Looks capability might be the Subaru Forester Unlike the last 1990s Cherokee, this for $25,995. radically different Jeep is based on a car platform instead of a rugged truck Inside chassis. This approach is lighter, to The interior of the all-new Cherokee is save fuel, and rewards the driver with more upscale than most of the competgood on-road manners. Built off the itors. The doors, armrest and dash are same Alfa Romeo-derived platform covered in soft touch materials. The front

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seats are supportive and comfortable. The rear seats too are comfy and slide for and aft for more cargo storage. When placed in the normal position, the legroom isn’t ample but on par with others in this class. Connecting to the Cherokee is a snap with the optional 8.4-inch Uconnect system that pairs with smartphone in seconds, is very quick between commands, and has nice looking graphics. The base screen is five inches but has many of the same functionality. Behind the steering wheel, inside the instrument cluster, is another programmable screen for all the information the driver needs frequently. Drive The base 2.4L 4-cylinder with 184hp is the base engine on all trim levels. For just $1,300 any Cherokee can be equipped with the optional 3.2L V6 engine – making the walk up to this 271hp engine within reach for many buyers. In addition, this is the very first application of a 9-speed automatic anywhere in the auto industry, providing improved fuel economy and drivability. Having a chance to drive both the 4-cylinder and V6 models with the all-new 9-speed automatic, I’m torn. The V6 is the engine of choice for towing, steep mountain

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A good off-roader, comfortable and an easy street performer, the Cherokee does both equally well.

runs and longer distance driving. The flip side is that the 4-cylinder is a very good in-city commuter and the lighter engine helps this Cherokee to corner, brake and manouevre better. The 9-speed automatic shifts quickly and smoothly, in fact I forgot it had so many cogs but it does improve fuel economy with a highway rating of 6.4L/100km with the 4-cylinder and 7.0L with the V6. Most Canadians will opt for the AWD versions thanks to our winter conditions, but here too there are more choices. Jeep has included three AWD systems. The first is a called Active Drive 1 with a selectable drive mode called Select-Terrain, for automatic, snow, mud and sand settings. The second is called Active Drive 2 and offers a two-speed mode for low speed crawling. The most aggressive system is Active Drive Lock, which comes in the off-road purpose-built Cherokee called Trailhawk. The Trailhawk is a ‘real’ Jeep; this is thanks to a locking rear differential and a host of electronic aids. The most impressive feature is the low speed crawling mode for both up and down hill tasks. Therefore, Jeep purists, yes there is a Cherokee for you. Verdict This new Cherokee is off to a fantastic start. Sales are strong and the sharp design is bringing in buyers, not shoving them away. The 2014 Cherokee could not be further away from the last model; this is a thoroughly modern SUV with go-anywhere capability and aroundtown refinement that needs to be experienced. The Lowdown Power: 184hp 2.4L 4-cylinder, and 271hp 3.2L V6. Fill-up: 9.9L/7.0L/100km (city/highway AWD) Sticker price: $23,695-$32,195

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