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Merville activist fighting Faroe Islands whale hunt Scott Stanfield Record Staff

Merville resident Tarah Millen is halfway through a threemonth stint in the Faroe Islands where she has been leading a Sea Shepherd Conservation Society campaign to expose a ritualistic slaughter of pilot whales and dolphins. The slaughter occurs mainly during summer months in communal drive hunts that locals call grindadráp — otherwise known as the grind. The society calls it mass slaughter. “We’ve been able to effectively stop the killing since June 1st,” said Millen, 24, who returns to the Faroes next month for another six-week tour of duty. “They don’t want that kind of PR while we’re there. They don’t want the world to see them as barbarians.” There are four Sea Shepherd teams stationed in the Danish-

TARAH MILLEN (third from left) and her Sea Shepherd mates, at work. owned islands, located in the North Atlantic between Iceland and Norway. Millen is leading a campaign in the capital city of Tórshavn. “In the Faroe Islands, it’s illegal to kill a whale, except for the grind,” she said. “At one point it

was necessary for survival. They needed to eat whale, but that was some time ago and it’s not necessary anymore. It’s absolutely brutal. It’s holding onto an old tradition that needs to be put in the past.” Doctors advise women and

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children not to eat pilot whale because it is high in mercury, she added. The Operation GrindStop campaign has generated 600 applications from volunteers in 20-plus countries. Sea Shepherd volunteers are used on land and at sea

from June to September. They monitor grind bays, deter dolphins from shore and, if necessary, intervene against a grind. Though no one has been hurt since Sea Shepherd founder Captain Paul Watson led the first campaign in 1985, volunteers put themselves in harm’s way if they need to position themselves between whale killers and whales. “A lot of it is pride,” said Millen, noting locals don’t appreciate Sea Shepherd telling them what to do. At the same time, the younger generation is speaking out against the grind. “They recognize that there are so many other food sources in the Faroe Islands that you don’t need to rely on pilot whale. It’s frowned upon to speak out against the grind, unfortunately. Locals who do speak out are often ostracized, they’re shunned and they have to move.”

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Resumed search for missing hiker Apps produced no new leads

TEACHERS AT THE North Island Distance Education School (NIDES) took to the picket line Monday. The year-round school was the only one in School District 71 which was still operating during the summer while teachers are on strike, but that changed July 28. About a dozen teachers work out of the school.

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Spending around 12 hours in the field Saturday, Comox Valley Ground Search and Rescue along with RCMP conducted specific area searches for missing hiker Sylvia Apps, but did not find any further clues. Last week, the search for Apps, 69, was officially stood down following a decision between her family and CVGSAR.

Late last week, the decision to continue the search was made, although the team was not acting on new information. The case remains open as a missing person with the RCMP, noted Paul Berry, information officer/SAR manager for the organization. Apps, an experienced hiker who was last seen July 11 south on Castlecrag Mountain, began her multi-day trek July 8 at 11 a.m. from Paradise Meadows on Mount Washington. According to Comox Valley RCMP, she was equipped with navigation and safety equipment and has previously made long treks.

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Comox Valley farmers are opening their back gates for an in-depth, behind-the-scenes tour where cyclists can explore, taste and experience the best of farm life and product during the fourth annual Comox Valley Farm Cycle Tour, Aug. 9 - 10. “Each year, the Comox Valley Farm Cycle Tour continues to grow and, regardless of the route chosen, each has an amazing variety of farm product to see, explore, taste and possibly buy,” says Tyler Johns, chair of the Comox Valley Farm Cycle Tour Organizing Committee. “In 2014, I think cyclists will also enjoy the upgraded self-guided user-friendly maps, the addition of Beaufort Winery and CV Beekeepers Association, and more musical entertainment along the way.” This year, Comox Valley Farm Cycle Tours include three options:

Bayviews – Ranging in length from 15 to 45 km, the Bayviews route lives up to its name, featuring views of the Salish Sea. The Bayviews Farm Cycle Tour is designed to be customized, allowing cyclists to visit as many farms as they wish, along with a number of stops to rest and recharge. Stops can include dairy, cinnamon buns, seasonal produce, ice cream, coffee, baked goods, berries and a ‘food oasis’. Allot three hours between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. The cost to participate is $15 per person, per tour (limit one tour per day). Two-day registration is $25 while kids under 15 ride free. The tours will happen rain or shine.

Rural Ramble – Saturday, Aug. 9 The shortest loop (21 kilometres) – the perfect option for families and casual cyclists. The tour includes a dairy, berry farm, winery, and meat producer. Allot two hours leisurely riding between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Back Roads Bliss – Saturday, Aug. 9 This route can be done in loops ranging from 29 to 55 km, and features the largest number of farms. Farms along the Back Roads Bliss tour include dairy, berries, perennial plants, sprouts, garlic, and wine. Allot three hours moderate riding between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.

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Those who register by Thursday, July 31 will be entered into the Early Bird Contest and have a chance to win an interactive cooking and pasta-making experience with Sarah Walsh of Prontissima Pasta Studio located in TinTown. Early Bird Registration Contest details, and accommodation options can be booked online or through the Vancouver Island Visitor Centre by calling 1-855-400-2882, or visiting www.cvfarmcycletour.com.

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On Thursday and Friday (July 31 and Aug. 1) local Tour de Rock riders Chris Kippel, Matt Pidgeon and Colleen Henry will be caged up in front of Walmart. They will be camping there until they reach their fundraising goal of $5,000. There will also be a Jail and Bail at the same time where local dignitaries and citizens of the community will be locked up one by one in front of Walmart trying to gather money by phoning friends and family to bail them out. There will be a barbecue, raffle tickets for sale to win two ticketsfor anywhere Westjet flies and other surprises. Come down to Walmart to support the Tour de Rock and have fun doing it!

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Dogs trained as compassionate companions Vancouver Island charity to manage Filberg Park & Ride Scott Stanfield Record Staff

A Qualicum-based non-profit organization is matching rescue dogs with military veterans and others struggling with ‘invisible injuries’ such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. By leveraging the power of canine-human relationships, Vancouver Island Compassion Dogs can help a person soldier on and reintegrate into community life. Courtenay resident Luke Levesque and his four-year-old British labrador, Angel, are the first graduates of the program. Levesque is a retired member of the Canadian Armed Forces who was a Search and Rescue Technician (SAR Tech) with the air force. He has trained Angel in various urban environments, including pubs, hotels and ferry terminals. “It’s getting the dog to perform in a proper manner in public places and listen to its master,” he said, noting a year’s worth of obedience and life skills training helps “fine-tune the dog to the owner.” Levesque is an outdoorsman who is relatively new to the Valley, where he has a 23-year-old son. He and Angel participated on an individual basis in the recent search for missing hiker Sylvia

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Luke Levesque and Angel are the first graduates of the Vancouver Island Compassion Dogs program. Apps, who was last seen July 11 south on Castlecrag Mountain. While Levesque has owned Angel since she was a puppy,

most others in the program are matched with a dog. “It works well if you like dogs,” he said of the program.

Activist: Millen estimates 1,000 whales killed each year Continued from Page A1 If locals interacted with whales beyond killing them, Millen said they would realize there’s more to the mammal than meets the eye. “It’s not just a fish,” she said. “It’s so much more than that, and it’s so much more intelligent.” Without Sea Shepherd’s presence, Millen figures the usual number of whales are killed. The society estimates about 1,000 long-finned pilot whales are killed

each year in the Faroes. The campaign, however, has reached a point where it has people on the ground for four months straight. Millen developed an environmental interest in high school after hearing a presentation about Watson. On three occasions, Millen has been to Taiji, Japan to document the drive hunt of dolphins and the slaughter of porpoises. She and partner Ryan Hughes have

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also ventured to the Galapagos Islands where they dismantled illegal fishing equipment and monitored an illegal marlin fishing tournament. They also helped prepare the Bob Barker for the Antarctic campaign in 2011 and 2012. All of these were Sea Shepherd campaigns. “It’s kind of a dream come true,” she said. “It’s worth the sacrifice.” reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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“It’s rewarding.” The 52-week program allows veterans and dogs to work and learn at their own pace. At the

completion of each step, clients receive a badge for the dog to wear on a vest. “There’s a lot of obedience to learn, a lot of training,” said VICD president Barb Ashmeade, noting labs are easy to train and “extremely loyal.” The program — just in its second year — also uses a Maltese and a Doberman pinscher. Along with companionship, trained dogs can help veterans cope with nightmares or pull them back from flashbacks. “Not many people know about this kind of stress,” Levesque said. The program provides leashes, dog food and fuel for driving to the twice-weekly classes. The organization, however, needs to raise money to cover training costs for vets and dogs, estimated at a minimum of $10,000 per year per person. BC Guide Dog Services is as a mentor to the program, which does not receive funding from Veterans Affairs. Its charity status is pending. The long-term goal is to become a member of Assistance Dogs International, estimated to be a five-year process. This year, Vancouver Island Compassion Dogs will manage the Park & Ride at 1475 Noel Ave. in Comox during the Filberg Festival on the B.C. Day weekend. The volunteers will be accepting donations on behalf of the charity at the Park & Ride. For more information about Vancouver Island Compassion Dogs, vicompassiondogs.ca/.

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Search: Personal items retrieved Continued from Page A1 She was set to return July 13 at 4 p.m. at her starting point. Despite the efforts over the weekend and of family and friends over the past few weeks, Apps’ location remains unknown. Early last week, CVSAR found her blue backpack which contained everything except her walking poles and her camera.

Berry said the items were found in a different area from where the backpack was located. Berry explained the route Apps took is a very well-travelled area of Strathcona Park and added anyone with information or who may find any clues should contact Comox Valley RCMP at 250-338-1321.

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CVRD: Trains, planes and dropped 911 calls discussed Courtenay director Jon Ambler recognizes the potential of restored Island rail service but said the CVRD is taking the risk. “We’re the end of the line,” he said. “I have great concern about this.” Courtenay director Starr Winchester suggested local ICF board member Larry Jangula attend the July 29 board meeting. “I think it’s important we have that discussion,” she said. Winchester would also like to see a staff report about sequestering funds until train service is guaranteed to reach the Valley. The board approved her motions.

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The regional district board has conditionally agreed to kick in its share to help restore passenger rail service to the Island — though some directors question if and when the train will reach the Comox Valley. Last month, the board agreed to contribute $392,000 to a bridge and trestle project on the E&N line, subject to four other districts bucking up. It is also contingent on the commitment of rail service to the Courtenay train station. Three of five districts have signed an agreement with rail owner Island Corridor Foundation. Nanaimo and the CVRD are Revised CVAC policy set to sign this month. The committee approved a “What guarantee do we have?” Comox director Tom Grant said staff recommendation to adopt Tuesday at committee of the a revised policy concerning the whole. He notes ICF has limited nomination or reappointment of funds. “What if they spend all directors to the Comox Valley Airtheir money? What if it stops at port Commission board. Grant, who opposed the recParksville?” Funding from senior govern- ommendation, questions why ments and the five districts would the district is bothering with the total $20.9 million, which is issue, considering CVAC has “sole expected to cover the first phase authority.” He recalls the CVRD of an incremental plan to rebuild board opposed the commission’s idea for compensation, but CVAC the rail line. The ICF and Southern Rail directors paid themselves regardhave reached an agreement with less. “We can make 10 recommendaVia Rail, but the deal needs to be tions but they don’t have to take ratified by each of its boards. Grant questioned if the CVRD one,” said Grant, who does not will be refunded if rail service like the way Valley politicians doesn’t reach the Valley, which is have relinquished power over the (MJHP TZY \JJPQ^ Ć^JWX airport. “We gave up control of expected by the fall of 2015.

CVAC three or four years ago.” Ambler said a “ludicrous comparison” in a study that considered the pros and cons of a compensated model has undermined his confidence in CVAC. The study considered other nonprofit transportation boards in Canada. Some operate aerodromes and deal with runway issues, as does CFB Comox, while CVAC operates a terminal. The aim of a revised policy is to efficiently fill director vacancies and reappointments on the CVAC board. District CAO Deb Oakman recognized the commission’s nominating process has been a “little inefficient in recent years.”

Ag awareness centre The committee approved a motion from Courtenay director Bill Anglin to have staff look into the scale and scope of a Comox Valley Exhibition proposal to construct an agricultural awareness centre at the exhibition grounds. The idea is to have a yearround centre that the community could use for anything to do with agriculture. 4H, for instance, needs a home to host clubs and meetings. Other potential user groups include MusicFest and the Therapeutic Riding Society. The CVEx board is not asking for money, but is seeking district approval to pursue grant funding. It proposes to construct the centre in phases. CVEx board president Andy Quinn acknowl-

edged the Valley contains similar buildings such as the Native Sons Hall in Courtenay. Courtenay director Manno Theos, questioning the purpose of another building, asked if CVEx could hold meetings at the curling rink. “Far be it for me to stand in the way if they can raise the money,” Anglin said. •The committee supported a resolution request from Ambler to address an increase in abandoned 911 calls caused by the accidental use of pre-programmed buttons on cell phones. The resolution will be forwarded to the Union of B.C. Municipalities for consideration at the next convention.

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he provincial government temporarily lifting its campfire ban on the Island, and elsewhere in the Coastal Fire Centre, after recent light rains, represents a lack of forethought. Campfires and all other burning, regardless of size, should be banned for every season of the year, save winter, in provincial parks to prevent accidents from claiming more of our precious woodlands and wildlife. As proven by our sadly annual forest-fire season, humans simply can’t be trusted to handle fires, or cigarettes, properly. Even well-tended campfires can see sparks rise, then smolder before erupting into an inferno. By then, it may be too late for our dedicated fire crews and aircraft to snuff the blaze before it toasts timber, threatens towns, and kills irreplaceable ecology — not to mention loss of human life. Just ask folks in Kelowna who were recently evacuated due to yet another round of bush blazes. Firefighters have their hands full with lightning strikes and other natural fire causes without the folly of Victoria’s gamble that marshmallow toasting and wienie roasting won’t start a forest fire. Tons of polluting smoke and ash billowing from just one of those awful blazes is toxic to everything and everyone, especially folks with respiratory issues. And those provincial bans don’t cover fires started on farms and other private properties outside park boundaries. The time has come for British Columbians to evolve past the frontier mentality that says campfires are necessary for a rustic ambiance. Most cooking these days is done with propane or other flammables. Barring emergencies, campfires have no place in our parks. The risk is just too great. –Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

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recent column on the B.C. government’s decision to raise speed limits on portions of rural highways excited numerous comments from readers. Some questioned my suggestion that today’s new drivers are worse because they spend their formaPOLITICS tive years staring at screens in the back seat instead of looking out the window OM and grasping the LETCHER grim physics of the real world. There is no doubt that B.C.’s graduated licensing system for new drivers is more difficult than what my generation faced. Those vehicle stickers with the “L” (for learner, or as teens prefer “loser”) and “N” (for novice, or in teen-speak “nerd”) have been around since 1998. The two steps make getting a full driver’s licence a longer, more difficult and expensive process. Statistics provided by ICBC show what new drivers are up against. First there is the written “knowledge test” to obtain a learner’s permit. From 2004 to 2008, more than half of applicants failed in their first attempt. Things improved in subsequent years, with a 46-per-cent failure rate in 2009 declining to 42 per cent by 2013. The first road test is required

to go from “L” to “N” and it seems sufficiently harsh. The failure rate has been consistently around 47 per cent in the past six years. More practise and another $35 are required to try again. Students fare better on the second road test, where the failure rate has consistently been 21-22 per cent for the past decade. ICBC reports that in the first three years of the graduated licence program, the new driver crash rate dropped by 16 per cent. In 2003 the required learner and novice period were extended, and restrictions on the novice stage were increased. New driver crashes fell by another 28 per cent. Those restrictions include the number of passengers and a “zero tolerance” for alcohol. Impaired crash and injury statistics aren’t available for drivers in the graduated licence program, only fatalities. They grew as more new drivers were enrolled in the new system, to a high of 24 in 2007, but that declined to 14 by 2012. A couple of readers were concerned about the effect of higher rural speed limits on older drivers. One suggested that higher limits on rural highways are a poor mix with vacationing seniors hauling around oversized

motorhomes, trailers and boats. Another cited the coming wave of retired baby boomers and added a likely increase in marijuana-impaired drivers, all emboldened by the invitation to drive faster. B.C.’s medical health officers issued a letter denouncing the decision by Transportation Minister Todd Stone to raise speed limits. Provincial Health Officer Dr. Perry Kendall said the research is clear that higher speeds increase the risk and severity of incidents. Then there is the government’s own position, articulated in a road safety strategy released last year by Attorney General Suzanne Anton. “Research is conclusive that at higher speeds, more people are killed and injured in the traffic system,” it states. “At lower speeds, fewer are killed and injured as a direct result of the safety buffer that lowered speeds create.” The strategy notes that new technologies such as adaptive cruise control are becoming available. B.C. is also testing electronic highway speed limit signs that change with weather and traffic conditions. Next comes self-driving vehicle systems, so drivers will be able to check their phones again. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca

Comox council maintains focus on its mandate Record Question of the Week This week: Apparently there are a lot of speed demons in the Valley. So far 59.6 per cent of respondents are happy with the new higher speed limit on Hwy. 19. Visit www.comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote in the Poll. The inaugural Great Valley Rally was an overwhelming success. More than 30 teams took part in the event, in support of the Cumberland Forest.

The fire ban was lifted last week, but with a return to hot, dry weather this week, expect it to be reinstated for the long weekend.

Dear editor, I would like to thank and commend the Comox Council for refraining from voting on the petition about LNG. When I cast my ballot for municipal council I vote for those individuals whose general views on the management of our Town are similar to mine. I feel I have been wellserved in the past three years. I did not hear any candidate put forward views on issues outside of their responsibility.

When it comes to the feelings and beliefs of citizens on any issue beyond our boundaries the council cannot reflect those views (for or against an issue),They were not given this mandate. Well-meaning groups with a legitimate cause to promote should be aware of this and not keep asking Municipal politicians to deal with issues outside their responsibility. Perhaps they could look for a better way to get the feelings of the public, i.e.

petitions. There are serious issues in the world worthy of our support and I admire those who take the time to address them. But please don’t ask a council to deal with these issues given the fact that they were elected to deal with their own local area and reflect the concerns of their citizens, on local issues. Wisely handled, Comox council. Shirley McLoughlin Comox

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Contrary to letter, Israel does want peace with Palestine Dear editor, Record correspondent David Netterville recently advised Israel “to treat the Palestinians as people and to stop maintaining Gaza as a huge prison cell” if it wanted peace (Tough time believing Israeli missiles could go astray, Letter to the Editor, July 24). Israel does want peace and has treated the Palestinians as people. Even as Palestinian rockets were landing in Israel humanitarian aid was still being sent into Gaza and when Israeli rock-

Letters to the Editor Send your letter to editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com, or drop it off at the Record office, 765 McPhee Ave. Please keep letters to a maximum of 300 words and sign with your name and hometown. We reserve the right to publish and to edit for space/clarity.

ets disrupted Gaza’s electrical supply Israel made electricity available. If Palestinian hospitals and schools are subjected to Israeli missile attacks it is because Israeli intelligence has revealed that Hamas had hidden its weapons in these facilities. If

Israeli missiles have killed civilians it is not because they were the targets but because Hamas has used civilian neighbourhoods as launching sites for its rockets. Those rockets have been smuggled into the Gaza Strip and are supplied by the Ira-

nian regime which has publicly avowed its intentions of wiping the Jewish state from the map. The blockade of Gaza and the controlled land access from both Israel and Egypt is necessary to stop this smuggling. If Gaza is a “huge prison cell” it is because Hamas has made it one. Even as the recent conflict began people were allowed to freely enter and leave Gaza, hardly the nature of a prison cell. In the 1990s The Oslo Agreement approved a two-state solution: Israel would recognize a Palestinian State (and even

began an elevated highway to connect the two sections across Israeli territory). The Palestinians would have to recognized the existence of the State of Israel. The Oslo Agreement was accepted by Israel but rejected by the Palestinians. Hamas, which failed to get elected in the whole of Palestine, then seized power in the Gaza Strip. Hamas has stated that its sole purpose for existing is the destruction of the State of Israel. Delbert Doll Courtenay

Harper’s allegiance to Israel confusing Dear editor, Most people were deeply shocked hearing of the 298 civilians killed in the Malaysian airline disaster. Even though we don’t yet know who fired the missile, we condemn them because it’s always wrong to kill innocent people. It doesn’t matter the nationality of the dead civilians, Dutch or Malaysian or Canadian, it is an outrage that any military would so indiscriminately kill civilians. About the same time as the bodies were falling in flames through the Ukrainian skies, the number of Palestinians killed in the recent conflict in Gaza reached 298. That number continues to climb. According to the UN, most of the dead in Gaza are inno-

cent civilians. Just like those on the plane, they were men and women and children with no desire for war. They were very much like you and me. Middle East politics are complex and confusing. Hamas and Israel are old enemies with conflicting stories to tell, and it’s understandable that many turn away in frustration. Hamas is listed as a terrorist organization, but it won a democratically elected majority in 2006. There are 21 UN resolutions condemning Israel as “an Occupying Power.” This is all pretty confusing. What we need is leadership in Canada to help us find the best way to help both Israel and Palestine. How does Stephen Harper

guide us through the mess? “We condemn this terrorist group’s attacks against Israel. We recognize and support Israel’s right to defend itself against such terrorist attacks.” Okay...but in the ongoing battles in Gaza, the math is always the same – two Israeli civilians killed by Hamas, 400 Palestinian civilians killed by Israel (by the time you read this it will be more). As Israel exercises its right to defend itself, the bodies pile higher and higher, most as innocent as those who were blasted from the Ukrainian sky. You can find a clue to Stephen Harper’s strategy with Israel by watching this YouTube link bit.ly/1ucsuIl

Letter to Comox council re. delegation denial Dear Mayor and Council, I am writing as a dismayed, disappointed citizen at your decision to not hear the resolution request, asking you to join with other communities and First Nations in opposition to proposals by Enbridge and Kinder Morgan. I feel your decision was totally anti-democratic. Vote on the resolution as you must but to not even allow it to be presented is amazing. Your stand is completely dis-

respectful to the K’omoks First Nation who are opposed to the Northern Gateway project. Do you remember what you say on the Town of Comox banner on your website; “We respectfully acknowledge that we live work and play on the traditional lands of the K’omoks First Nation”. I write in the hope that you will revisit this issue and at least hear the resolution. Wendy Prothero Comox

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A common trend among business start-ups these days is their commitment to running more ethical businesses. Whether they have a strong environment-friendly focus, a charitable component or diverse hiring practices, today’s new entrepreneurs all seem to be striving for a business culture that is one part profit and one part heart. Newly launched Green Goat Lawn Care, based in Comox, is a shining example of this shift. In an effort to lower his business’s environmental footprint, family man Sean Barner has opted to use battery powered mowers, blowers and trimmers, and he transports his equipment in a fuel-efficient Ford Transit Connect Van. As a result, Green Goat’s operations are cleaner, quieter and less energy intensive than using traditional gas-powered tools. “Electric mowers emit 3,000 times less hydrocarbons and 5,000 times less CO2 than gas mowers,” says Barner, noting a US EPA report that shows a standard two-stroke gas mower actually emits more pollution in one hour than a car.

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Service run by Vancouver Island Community Connections. He had entered an employment skills program at BladeRunners, which gave him the skills we needed in an employee. We’re very happy with the program and the work Thomas is doing for us.” Vancouver Island Community Connections (VICC) is an organization committed to helping people with disabilities find employment in the Comox Valley. Its Community Employment Service customizes jobs to match the needs of both employee and employer, then assigns an employment specialist to provide on-the-job training at no cost to the employer. “I couldn’t be happier with the VICC program, or with my employee,” says Barner proudly. Green Goat, which launched this spring, offers all facets of lawn care, including core aeration (improving root development), top dressing (a sort of all-natural fertilizer), over-seeding (an environmentally friendly way to prevent weeds). Green Goat uses natural sprays, flaming, manual weeding and natural organic treatments such as corn gluten to eliminate weeds and restore lawns to their verdant beauty. To learn more, visit www. greengoatlawncare.ca. For more information about VICC’s employment services, call 250338-7201 or email viccemeployment@gmail.com

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Birdie) in the face. Sullivan remembers her voice once cracking, but the audience of young actors “had been there before.” Ledingham needs to make his voice crack, noting wistfully that “the last time my voice will crack will be very sad.” All recall the pain of the closing night of any show. Sullivan says you realize, “I’m never going to be this person again,” and feel sad to perform that last time.

Lisa Grant Special to the Record

Rainbow Youth Theatre presents the classic musical Bye Bye Birdie this week. With producer Teresa Coates at the helm; director and choreographer Brian Kruse and music director Joey Clarkson weaving their creative magic, and the support of a great production team, the young teenaged cast of 24 and crew have a lot to say. Deirdre Cameron-McKenna and Jayden White arrived straight from CYMC’s Thoroughly Modern Millie to help stage manager Matt Ehrler and the others backstage. Cameron-McKenna likes “to help out,” and “likes being involved as much as possible,” and, since she can’t be in the show, this is “the next best thing...Theatre gives you the opportunity for escaping into another world, and allows you to be anyone. It is also a great way of learning music, a good way to make friends, and is fun to do!” Sienna Orbelle (Rosie Alvarez, Cast A), Michaela Demeo (Rosie Alvarez, Cast B), Chai Sullivan (Helen), and Hayden Ledingham (Harvey Johnson), describe their passion for theatre. Orbelle likes making friends; Demeo says people “are not judged and are accepted as they are;” Sullivan “likes to be around people who like doing the same thing;” and Ledingham adds “the people involved never feel ashamed about being who they are, “which might be weird or crazy at times.”

New friends made Other RYT veterans Evelyn McIntosh (the Mayor’s wife), MacKye White (Randolph MacAfee), and Monique Collins (Alice) all speak fondly of theatre. McIntosh says this show has

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HALF THE CAST of Bye Bye Birdie ham it up for the camera. been a great experience, because “I’ve met a lot of new people and we have been learning so much, moving forward together as fun and happy people making other people laugh.” White likes meeting new friends, and Collins likes theatre “because you can be someone else.” New to the Valley in late June, Matt (Freddie) and Rebecca Curtis (Penelope Ann Henkel) explain

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how theatre has helped them to adjust. Rebecca enjoys the challenging dancing in the show, and Matt, renowned for his supply of “fishy crackers,” likes that theatre always provides a “wacky bunch” of friends. White specifies that “it’s the good kind of wacky.” New to theatre is Kennedy Daniels (Mrs. Mae Peterson) who says she had been “a bit of

a loner;” now, she has “made a whole bunch of friends and I am not alone anymore.” Orbelle laughs that her skirt once fell down on stage after a quick-change. Ledingham once tripped on his feet, another time recited “random syllables,” and during a fight scene in Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, accidently punched fellow actor Kyle Fukui (Conrad

As if to push aside all thoughts of the sadness of closing nights, the conversation turns to the appeal of Bye Bye Birdie, which was inspired by Elvis Presley’s draft. Sullivan thinks it is “neat to go back in time,” and Demeo likes how it takes place in “a different time, in the 1950s.” Cast members enthuse that the show “will be great,” “it is funny,” “there are big dance numbers,” that “Joey is doing a great job as Music Director” and that “Brian knows how to put together a great show!” Come to remember or to imagine a different time, to support local theatre and local youth, but mostly come to escape and to be thoroughly entertained. Tickets and Performances are at Mark R. Isfeld Secondary School on Lerwick in Courtenay. The show runs at 7 p.m. from Thursday, July 31 to Sunday, Aug. 3 and at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 2. Tickets are $15, and are for sale from 12-4 daily, and one hour prior to show times. Advance tickets are available at Laughing Oyster Bookstore in Courtenay (on 5th Street) and at Red Carpet Consignment Boutique in Comox (at the corner of Comox Ave. and Anderton).

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Cofield continues to dance toward her dream Special to the Record Over the past year there is no doubt that local talent Carley Cofield has leaped mountains in her dance career. Most recently she was seen on national television dancing for pop-rock group Hedley at the 2014 Much Music Video Awards. Since then, Carley was cast to dance for Deborah Cox for World Pride 2014 held in Toronto this summer. Cox, who has 12 number-one hits on the Billboards charts, was

asked to headline this event. She gave a remarkable show with only 10 dancers who performed a 55-minute set for the artist. “I was honoured to share the stage with such talent, Deborah’s voice gave me goose bumps on stage,” said Cofield. Cox will be the voice in Lifetime’s upcoming Whitney Houston movie set to premiere next year. Cofield continued to keep the ball rolling after World Pride, and went on to book the

official performance for the one-year (countdown) launch of the 2015 Pan American Games. Cofield was grateful for the opportunity, and performed a 10-minute set for Toronto’s most elite choreographer Scott Fordham at the event. After a busy year in the city, Carley is excited to be back in the Valley and giving back to her community this summer. She will be teaching all across the Island, and can’t wait to see some west coast talent!

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Kids’ camp at the Comox Valley Art Gallery in August Submitted The Comox Valley Art Gallery is offering two sessions of “Art for the Everyday” art camps for young people aged 5 to 11 this August. The multi-age camps will take place Aug. 11-14 and Aug. 25-28 at the Comox Valley Art Gallery studio, 580 Duncan Ave., from 9 a.m. to noon. Led by local artist Jennifer Margetish, participants will explore and experiment with mixed-media process art. Each day will begin with conversations about art to inspire the art-making activities that

There is still time to register for CVAG’s August camps. Photo Submitted follow. Each participant will have an opportunity to learn about materials, processes

and ideas while working on art projects independently and collaboratively. The cost is $90 for the full four-day course, or $30 for drop-in. Materials are provided. Margetish has a BFA from Emily Carr University, and lives and works in the Comox Valley. She is a mixed media artist, ceramicist and a painter. For more information or to register, please send an email to jenjenjam@live. com or call the gallery at 250-338-6211. For more details about the art camp, or other activities and exhibitions, visit www.comoxvalleyartgallery.com.

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Local BMX talent races well at Nationals

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Vancouver Island BMX riders held their own against top competitors from across Canada and the United States at the Vancouver Island Nationals. The fourth of seven Nationals to be held this year in Canada, the Island event ran July 18-20 at the Coal Hills track in Cumberland. The action was virtually non-stop each day as the starting gate slammed down on a continuous slate of motos in numerous agegroup and skill-level divisions. The future of BMX was also on display as the Striders (as young as two, with no-pedal bikes) and Half Trackers (five and up) earned cheers from the spectators for their determined efforts on the track on all three days. Comox Valley competitors posted impressive results, led by Aidan Webber of Comox who is currently the top Boys Cruiser rider in the Canadian National Points standings. Adicus Bird of Royston, 16th in the Canadian National Points standings for Girls, also had a strong weekend of racing. Missing from the competition was Aleasha Wiebe of Cumberland. Sitting fifth in the Canadian National Points standings for Girls Cruiser, Wiebe is

RIDERS OF ALL ages and skill levels took part in the Vancouver Island Nationals, held July 18-20 at the Coal Hills track in Cumberland. Local riders posted solid results against other top riders from Canada and the U.S. PHOTO BY EARLE COUPER in Holland competing in the July 23-27 UCI BMX World Championships. The Vancouver Island National #1 race was held on Saturday, with local riders doing well: Justin Yaretz (Cumberland) 3rd in 7-8 Open,

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Quinn Webber (Comox) 2nd in 11-12 Open, Evan Yaretz (Cumberland) 2nd in 9 Cruiser, Aidan Webber (Comox) 1st in 13 Cruiser, Andrew “The Diceman” Templer (Cumberland) 6th in 41-45 Cruiser, Maxim Lefebvre (Comox) 7th in 5

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(Fanny Bay) 2nd in 6 Girls, Adicus Bird (Royston) 3rd in 11 Girls, Isaac “Junior Diceman” Templer (Cumberland) 7th in 7 Expert, Justin Yaretz (Cumberland) 5th in 8 Expert, Evan Yaretz (Cumberland) 4th in 9 Expert, Aidan Webber (Comox) 1st in 13 Expert, Hayden Fieret (Courtenay) 6th in 13 Expert, Yuriah Kaska (Courtenay) 4th in 16 Expert. Local results from Vancouver Island National #2 on Sunday: Justin Yaretz (Cumberland) 3rd in 7-8 Open, Evan Yaretz (Cumberland) 6th in 9 Cruiser, Aidan Webber (Comox) 1st in 13 Cruiser, Andrew “The Diceman” Templer (Cumberland) 5th in 41-45 Cruiser, Elliot Purich (Royston) 5th in 5 & Under Novice, Jeremy Purich (Royston) 2nd in 5 & Under Intermediate, Desmond Debellefeuille (Comox) 2nd in 13 Intermediate, Brailyn “Miss B” Webster (Fanny Bay) 2nd in 6 Girls, Adicus Bird (Royston) 4th in 11 Girls, Isaac “Junior Diceman” Templer (Cumberland) 7th in 7 Expert, Justin Yaretz (Cumberland) 4th in 8 Expert, Sean “The Machine” Queenan (Comox) 6th in 8 Expert, Evan Yaretz (Cumberland) 6th in 9 Expert, Aidan Webber (Comox) 1st 13 Expert, Hayden Fieret (Courtenay) 5th in 13 Expert, Yuriah Kaska (Courtenay) 5th in 16 Expert. sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Levins to run one race

Earle Couper Record Staff

Black Creek’s Cameron Levins has decided to just run in one event at the XX Commonwealth Games, which opened July 23 in Glasgow, Scotland. Levins was scheduled to run in two events, the 5000m on Sunday, July 27 and the 10000m on Friday, Aug. 1. However, his coach talked him out of doing both, thinking his chances are better in the 10000m. Had the 5000m been held after the 10000m, Levins probably would have done both. Supporters of the 2012 Olympian can catch his 10000m race on YouTube at http://news.stv. tv/west-central/282759glasgow-2014-games-to-bestreamed-live-on-youtubefor-first-time/ on Aug. 1 at 12:05 p.m. B.C. time. Levins is looking forward to the Games. “I’ve been training in France and I should be ready to go. I’m feeling good and have been running well recently,” he said. Canada plans to send a team of 267 athletes, with several Olympic and world championship medallists among the group.

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The 2014 Comox Valley Volleyball Camp was a smash. “It was a great week with an awesome group of athletes who pushed themselves, improved their skills and team play, and had a lot of fun,” said camp co-ordinator and coach Brian Stevens. The athletes in the Youth session of the camp, ages 11-14, always show the quickest and most gains in the week long camp – and this time was no different. “These athletes were all keen, coachable, and ready to try new techniques. Smiling and working hard were definitely themes of this group for the week,” Stevens said. “By the end of the camp these athletes were playing solid volleyball and understanding the game at a higher level. “It was nice to see

a solid turnout of athletes for the Elite/ Older (15-17) camp this summer,” Stevens added. “With this group we were able to really break down the game play and skills, and have the athletes ‘tweak’ parts of their game to help them excel. “The athletes were also able to work on specific positional play. A strong focus on core, strength, and flexibility training were additional elements of this group with a mini workout starting each session,” said Stevens. “Due to our amazing weather, both the Youth and Elite/ Older sessions had the opportunity to practise their outdoor volleyball game on our two grass courts. The outdoor game is a great way to work on an athlete’s all round skill set.” “My two coaches

truly did an amazing job at the camp. Michaela Roelants, going into her second year at VIU and earning rookie of the year honours, is a passionate, energetic young lady and a great coach in training. “Angus Ireland, going into his third year at Douglas College and placing fifth at Nationals this past year, is a very talented volleyball player with a lot of knowledge and experience.

“The water balloon toss on the last day for each session was quite the hit. On such a hot day and after working hard at the camp, the athletes, parents, and of course the coaches, all had huge smiles on their faces. A special thanks to Old Victoria Water Company for donating water to the camp and keeping the campers and coaches hydrated during such a great week.” – Comox Valley Volleyball Camp

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December 19, 1941 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; June 21, 2014 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brenda Mae Mee. She will be missed by those who knew her. A graveside service will be held on Friday, August 1 at 11:00am at the Courtenay Civic Cemetery, 4768 Old Island Hwy, Courtenay, B.C.

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Matthias Schoenewald Mattâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s charmed life came to a peaceful end on Sunday morning July 20th 2014 with his wife Anne by his side. Matt was born near Cologne Germany in 1924 and was brought up by his grandparents who made him the centre of their universe. War interfered and he was drafted at the age of 17 to serve under Rommel on the African Front. He had the good fortune to be captured by the Allies who sent him to Colorado and Trinidad USA to wait in comfort and safety until the war was over. Many good stories survive from this period. Life back home in Germany was good but he could not forget the North American way of life so he decided to immigrate to Canada in 1954. He found work the week he arrived in Edmonton and soon after that he had an opportunity to work in Kitimat BC., the new town being built in the wildernes of northern BC, fast moving and exciting and he loved it there. Anne arrived in 1956 and besides the usual immigrant struggles at that time all was good. From Kitimat they moved to Prince Rupert where Matt became the premier Fire-Place Builder & Stone Mason in town. 0U OL M\SĂ&#x201E; SSLK OPZ KYLHT [V TV]L [V [OL *VTV_ Valley. He built a lovely home on the Back Road where the Glacier was in his view every day. Life indeed was ]LY` NVVK MVY [OL UL_[ [^LU[` Ă&#x201E; ]L `LHYZ ^P[O ZVTL travel but mostly just enjoying the tranquil life at home and the companyof his many friends and neighbours. He had a wonderful sense of humor and was generous and supportive to his family and was Uncle Matt to many nieces and nephews, especially to Stefan, Conny, Anita and Erin. Anne would like to express a huge Thank You to Peter and Antje and Lesley and Gary for all their Devotion, Help and Support these last weeks - to Doctors Gee and Kisman so understanding and patient and a real comfort - and the VIHA and Palliative Support Group -they were unsurpassed. Matt wanted family and friends to gather soon to share memories of good times past and to recall some of his better stories, have a glass or two and ONE HUMPEN for him.

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Rachel â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tonyâ&#x20AC;? Antoinette Courtenay Luton Mumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s story... It is with great sadness at the passing of Rachel Luton known as Tony Luton. She had an amazing life of 94 healthy years, with her vibrant and loving personality she was a joy to all who knew her. Lovingly remembered by her family, those here in Canada, her son Kevin from Prince Rupert, her daughter Delia and son-in-law Ernie von Schilling, three grandchildren, Colin Wilson, Annalusie Shields (John) & Laura (Sky) Hellyer (Jason), and her amazing eight great grandchildren. Her family in England, nieces and their husbands, Tessa and Richard Buckley, Sue and Richard Thomas, nephews and their wives, Charlie and Eve Bircham, Robin and Jane Bricham, David and Julia Clayton and many great nieces and nephews and their children. Mum was a great traveler starting early on with trips to Europe as a girl, during WWII she served as a driver for the British Army Medical Core where she met and then married her beloved husband Kenneth and came to Canada to start a new life. Living first near White Rock and then on Salt Spring Island for 45 years. After the passing of Kenneth at age 55, Mum found healing in friendships formed with her bridge playing and travelling. Tony visited places such as China, Australia, biblical journey to Israel, Ireland and many trips back to England to see her family. She was just back in June for a three week visit and had a grand time. Her favourite pastimes were yoga, walking, hiking, playing bridge, reading and volunteering. Many organizations benefitted from the giving of her time and energies, the following clubs on Salt Spring Island, Garden, Historical, Hiking, Weavers Guild, the Legion, and Hospice vigilance healing touch sittings. She moved to be close to her family in Courtenay and she volunteered at the Sid Williams Theatre, Evergreens Seniors Centre. Her biggest love was for her family which she spent lots of time with both here and in England. Mum will be missed. The family wishes to thank all the compassionate staff at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital for their care, and Joanne Paulson from Hospice for her support. In lieu of flowers a donation to the Comox Valley Hospice Society in her name would be appreciated. A Celebration of Tonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Life will be held at Piercyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Funeral Home at 2:00pm Wednesday, July 30th.

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It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Christopher, after a life long struggle with mental health. He was born in Whitecourt, Alberta and moved to the Comox Valley in 1990. He had a love for cooking, baking, self taught piano playing and strumming his guitar with his angelic singing voice. He will be loved and missed by all of those who knew him. Christopher is predeceased by his step father Raymond Edward Jonsson. He is survived by his partner Melissa Thompson, their unborn son in Drayton Valley, Alberta, his daughter Emma Lee Montgomery of Lethbridge, Alberta, his father Gregory John Montgomery (Laura), his mother Kim Louise Jonsson, sister Crystal Lee Carson, step brother Travis (Annie), step sister Shannon (Pat), his Aunt Marcia Murphy (John), his Uncle Garry Montgomery (Shannon), cousin Julia House (Brian), grandmothers Diane Montgomery and Idina Williams. Unable are the loved to die, for love is immortality. - Emily Dickinson Memorial service, Celebration of Christopherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Life will be held at 1:00 pm on August 5th at Bay Community Church, 1105 Pritchard Road, Comox.

Demerise Lafleur Our beloved Mother and Grandmother passed into eternity so peacefully on Tuesday, July 22, 2014 at People Care A.R. Goudie Eventide Home, Kitchener at the age of 90. Loving and beloved wife of the late Edward (1983) and cherished mother of Edward of Courtenay, BC, Demerise (Philip) of Toronto, Gerard of Brantford, and Jo Ann Schmalz (Kevin) of Kitchener. Most beloved grandmother of Lauren, Madison, Curtis, Mary Patrice, Demerise, Zeke, Zenon, Genevieve and Marcus. Predeceased by her sisters Leila Patenaude and Bernice Tobiason. The family of Demerise Lafleur will receive relatives and friends on Thursday, July 24, 2014 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick St., Kitchener 519-749-8467. Parish prayers 8:30 pm on Thursday. Prayers will be offered at 1 pm on Friday, July 25, 2014 at the funeral home followed by procession to St. Anneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s R.C. Church, 268 East Avenue, Kitchener for a funeral mass at 1:30 pm. Interment at Woodland Cemetery followed by a reception in the church hall. As expressions of sympathy, donations to St. Vincent de Paul of St. Anneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church or People Care A.R. Goudie Eventide Home would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home). Visit www.henrywalser.com for the Demerise Lafleur memorial. We are very grateful to the fantastic staff of Eventide Home who made Momâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s last 11 years so wonderful. Thank you to Henry Walser, Dr. Ivan Jagas, Fr. Terry McGuire and Fr. Peter Meyer for their professionalism and kindness. Demerise brought Love and smiles and hilarity into the lives of all she touched. We are truly blessed.

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SHOPRIDER MEDICAL large Scooter; Large 4-wheel walker. 18x18 Roho cushion. Older Medi-lift chair. (250)338-1689.

2 AND 3 BEDROOM available. Quiet complex with on-site management. Reasonable rates. Some completely renovated units with new appliances. Sorry no pets. Security deposit and 2 rental reference required. 250-334-3078

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.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

ARRAN HOUSE APARTMENTS

WILLOW ARMS APARTMENTS

1015 Cumberland Rd., Courtenay

1252-9th St., Courtenay

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.

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DUPLEX/4-PLEX

RETIRED BUILDER selling 5yr old milled Fir. 2x10, 2x6, 2x4. Good discount. Offers 250-338-7339 lv msg.

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.

TRADES, TECHNICAL

Flatiron Constructors has an immediate need for:

REAL ESTATE

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

PETS

5YR-OLD DOBERMAN up for adoption. A devoted companion, with no health issues. She greets you with a big toothy smile, lots of love and is really a puppy at heart. She is an excellent swimmer and loves hiking in the mountains in the winter snow or in the summer with all the new smells. Must be in a home with no other dogs. She needs someone who has Doberman experience.(250)752-1157 Qualicum

RTE # 376 Hawk, Hobson, Valleyview, Brant Drake, Teal & Browning Pl.

COMOX

FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928.

PETS

RTE # 410 Valleyview, Trumpeter, Swan Cres.

RTE #350 Glen Urquhart, Back Rd, View Pl. & 10th St. E.

HOME REPAIRS

12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; SHUFFLEBOARD nice clean condition open to serious offers. 3-bar stools $30 for all 3. 250-339-5708 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. POOL TABLE & accessories, $1500. Ricoh Aficio CL 4000 DN commercial Lazer printer, $300. Automatic AL - 90 PAM encapsulating machine, $3500. Call (250)338-0245. 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 at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca. STEEL BUILDINGS. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Steel overstock sale!â&#x20AC;? 20x20 $4,055. 25x24 $4,650. 30x32 $6,586. 32x34 $7,677. 40x48 $12,851. 47x70 $17,899. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422 or visit us online at: www.pioneersteel.ca

Call Sharon 250-338-7449

For viewing call Donna

250-334-9667

CONDOS PACIFIC COURT

CYPRESS ARMS

1520/1540 Piercy Ave, Courtenay

1255 9th Street, Courtenay

1 and 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

Available deluxe 2 bedroom suite in a quiet well maintained building. Rent includes full size stove, fridge, washer/dryer, carpet and blinds. Nice feature: large open concept. No pets. 2 Rental references and Security Deposit required.

ST. BRELADES

BEECHER MANOR

For viewing call Donna

250-334-9667

146 Back Road, Courtenay

1045 Cumberland Road

FEATURES: Fridge/stove, dishwasher, washer/dryer, Quiet, clean building. Pet friendly. 2 bedroom condos. Ideal location, walking distance to SuperStore and NIC.

BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS 1 bedroom condo 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 250-338-7449

Call 250-334-9717 to view

TOWNHOUSES TORRY PINES

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED

1560-13th Street, Courtenay

FIREARMS. ALL types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1-866-9600045 www.dollars4guns.com.

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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REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

FOR SALE BY OWNER

HOUSES FOR SALE

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

TOWNHOUSES

CARS

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

2007 CHEV Cobaltls 4 door sedan, grey, A/C, 4 new tires, brakes replaced 2013. 189.000kmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. $ 3500. 250338-6970

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.

COURTENAY 3-BDRM. 2.5 baths, 3 appliances, close to all amentities. Avail Aug. 1st. NS/NP. $1200./mo. (604)4890095 or (604)414-5465. 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

HOUSES FOR SALE

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.

PRIVATE SALE, 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.

APARTMENT/CONDO

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.

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.

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca

WILLOW POINT- 2 bdrm patio home lots of upgrades, for more information call (250)923-0452. Prime Riverfront Home 2370 Campbell River Rd. 2244 Sq ft Fully Renovated Functions as one home or two suites $838,900 250-286-8017

HOMES FOR RENT

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.

LOTS PARKSVILLE 1473 Sunrise Dr. Lrg ocean view, storm, sanitary sewer, & water serv. installed w/permits on lot. $159,000. Ph 250-248-7578

RECREATIONAL PROPERTY

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca

WEST CTNY HOME 5 bdrm, 1.5 bath, 5 appls, partially fenced yard, RV parking, N/S, cat or sm. dog neg. w/ref, Avail. Aug 1 $1,200/mth

ROOMS FOR RENT ROOM AT Salmon River Inn, (Sayward) from $375./mo. Includes daily toast & coffee. Call (250)282-0078.

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LUXURY TWO BEDROOM CONDO almost 1000 sq. ft. This is a unique bright and spacious corner unit with five appliances; ensuite and in suite storage. Very attractive. Quiet mature neighbours. Security entry. Just three blocks from downtown. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

OAKCREST 1155 Stewart Ave.

TWO BEDROOM recently renovated. Over 900 sq.ft. Quiet, mature adult building in central Courtenay. Well managed and maintained. Full sized appliances. Security entry. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

TRANSPORTATION

TOYOTA AVALON 2008 (maroon), 65,530 km. Automatic. CD, AC. Perfect condition. $17,999. Call (778)346-2898.

SPORTS & IMPORTS 1999 TOYOTA Corrola LE. 216km, Auto, 4DR, A/C, fully loaded, one owner. Excellent condâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. Run like new. $2700 obo. 250-204-1617

2006 MERCEDES SLK350 hardtop convertible, silver. Immaculate 49000 km. $28,500. Call (250)923-4768.

COURTENAY- 1 bdrm condo, hrdwd flrs,newly painted, close to all amenities. Avail now. NS/NP. $750. 250-338-4710. COURTENAY- nice, bright, quiet 2 bdrm corner condo, new paint, 5 new appls, bay window, nice area, N/P, $780 Call (250)334-8876.

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.

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HOUSES FOR SALE

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CARS

2007 KAWASKI ZZR- new rubber, 50,344 km. $4800. Call (250)941-1564. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;77 FXE HD. Lots of spare parts. $5500. Phone Don at 250-287-3072 ELECRIC SCOOTER 2 wheeler. Candy burgundy,pretty little scooter. No licence & no insurance required. $900 (as new).Range 40 miles 4-6hrs, recharge only 200 miles. Call 250-871-0175.

OFF-ROAD VEHICLES

Each Office Independently Owned and Operated

APARTMENT/CONDO

1983 BIG Red Trike $800. 250-334-3988

APARTMENT/CONDO

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

1966 FORD RANCHERO Good condition, good driver $5000 O.B.O. 250-287-3345

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.

TOWNHOUSES / HOUSES

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.

5TH WHEEL 21.5ft, queen size bed, dinette fold down to make double bed, bunk for small child, new hot water tank, hitch, 45 watt solar panels $4500. 250-338-1506

92 MOTOR HOME. Griffin Allegro Diesel. Only 90K, 3,000 watt generator, 32ft. $14,777 O.B.O. Drive by 3792 Piercy Road

SELLING REAL ESTATE WITH STYLE

RE/MAX ocean pacific realty

29FT MOTORHOME. Class A Very good cond. 2nd owner Must sell for health reasons. $15,000 obo. 250-287-3345

AUTO FINANCING

LARGE 2-BDRM. Free heat. Elevator. Great location! From $775./mo. 250-334-4646.

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

MOTORCYCLES

APARTMENT/CONDO

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

CLOSE TO COLLEGE ground flr 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, patio, new paint, res. pkg, N/S, No pets Avail. Immed. - $825/mth TRUMPETERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LANDING 2 bdrm & 1 bdrm & den, 1.5 baths, balconies, undergrd. pkg, storage locker, N/S, No pets, Avail. Aug 1 & Aug 15 $900-$1000/mth WILLOW WOOD 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appl, patio, 2 res. pkg. spots, N/S, No pets, Avail. Aug 1 - $750/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, res. pkg, balcony, N/S, cat ok. Avail. Aug. 1 $725/mth CTNY DUPLEX 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 4 appls, fenced yrd, N/S, small pet neg. w/ref. Avail. Aug. 1 $1,050/mth ARRAN HOUSE, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, hot water incld., res. pkg, lg balcony, N/S, No pets, Avail. Sept 1 - $675/mth

1999 MALIBOU, excellent condition, 34 M.P.G., new tires 30 days warranty. Ideal for elderly person. Asking $1800 O.B.O. Phone 250-702-5699

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 2004 FRONTIER 5th Wheel trailer. 24.5 ft. Rear kitchen for safety! Only 1000 miles on chassis. Lots of extras $15,000. Phone 250-334-4758

2003 T-BIRD, low miles, mint, 2 tops. $21,500. obo. Call 250 335 1343.

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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

CAMPER for sale; 2005 (Adventure), 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, like new condition, covered storage, sleeps 6, bathroom, $10,700. Call (250)337-5271.

SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

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.

1999 Jeep Cherokee Sport excellent condition, well maintained and serviced. One nonsmoking owner, very good tires. Located in Courtenay 250-897-1334. Asking $4,000 or best offer

TRUCKS & VANS

2003 DODGE CARAVAN 133,000km. Loaded! Power windows/doorlocks, CD player, air cond. Great mileage, good cond. inside/out. Runs excellent. $3,995 OBO. 250-4650421

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MARINE

TRUCKS & VANS

BOATS

2012 DODGE Grand caravan, Seats 7, only 17,600 KMS, Like new $18,000. Phone (250) 890 3354, Courtenay. abayly@shaw.ca

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.

33’ 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.

MARINE BOATS 12’ SPRINGBOK BOAT on Highliner Trailer $800. 2 older O/B’s: 7.5 Merc S/S $400, Suzuki 9.9 oil injection $450. 250-334-9502. 18.5’ MALIBU Hardtop twin Yamaha 60 hp. Four strokes, low hours, lots of extras. 1 250-334-3988

40’ LONG/RANGE Cruising Boat. The Silver Fox is Transport Canada Compliant for Chartering. Recent Survey $98,000. 250-339-7502.

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Halibut Quota Wanted

Unfished at $76.00 lb. Or Fished at $72.00 lb.

Michelle (604) 736-3600 1980 VANGUARD Banshee MK ll 14.5’, Rebuilt 100 HP Johnson, inboard fuel tank, new battery, full instrumentation, Good upholstery. Very fast, fun & fuel efficient boat. $3200.00 obo. 250-203-7801 1982 24’ Campion Hiada Command Bridge 350 Volvo Penta, 280 dual prop drive, 9.9 HP kicker, sleeps 4, good condition. $8000 obo. Call (250)926-0314.

1995 ZODIAK 14.6ft - 65HP Suzuki. New steering & trailer bearings. $5500 OBO. 250-334-9337

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COVER-TO-COVER ON-LINE 29’ FIBREGLASS SLOOP 10’-4” beam. 17H.P. Volvo Diesel. Sleeps 6. 10ft. inflatable dingy incl. Moorage paid to mid April 2015. $11 500 o.b.o. 250-337-5747

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COMOX - 264 Anderton Rd. July 28 - Aug 2 at Red Carpet Huge Filberg Festival Week/Nautical Days Antique & Collectables Sale - (Corner Anderton and Comox Ave) Find everything from Soup to Nuts up to 60% off, including furniture, toys, glass, vintage, retro plus much more. Tons of items marked down to $5 that were up to $50 retail. Don’t miss it!

COURTENAY - 1955 Fitzgerald Ave. Thursday, 7 Aug. 11-5pm; Friday, 8 Aug. 10-5pm; Saturday, 9 Aug. 9-2pm. Portable Hotpoint dishwasher, household items, tools, many miscellaneous items. INDOOR GARAGE SALE: Saturday, August 2nd 8am 4pm. 580 Chemainus Cres

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4-Miler set

Comox Valley Road Runners invite you to join in the fun at the Comox Nautical Days 4 Mile Road Race. The race starrts at 9 a.m.

COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Tuesday, July 29, 2014

on Monday, Aug. 4 at the Comox Town Hall on Beaufort Avenue. Registration ($10) is on the day (also at Comox Town Hall) which

includes male and female winner prizes. The event welcomes both serious runners and all members of the family.

For more information contact race director Graham Garner at graham53@telus. net. – Comox Valley Road Runners

ENTER TO WIN A SEPTEMBER 2014

ABOARD

OVERNIGHT

DESOLATION SOUND YACHT CHARTER’S 42 FOOT DS YACHT.

skippered sailing charter for

TWO

From Comox by the Sea and Desolation Sound Yacht Charters

LOW GROSS WINNER Gene Renaud (left), Glacier Greens head pro Bill Kelly and Ladies Club captain Janet Edwards.

Ladies play it close Suspenseful finishes in both the low gross and low net divisions highlighted play at the 2014 Glacier Greens Ladies Club Championship was held July 19-20. The overall low gross score was a tie at 166 between defending champion Tobi Norris and Gene Renaud. After a playoff hole, Renaud emerging as the winner and her mile-wide smile could not be missed as she strode off to collect her beautiful vase and pro shop prize. The overall low net score was also a tie at 134 between Bernice Henderson and Rosslyn O`Rourke. A countback in this case took much more figuring and O’Rourke was declared the winner and she happily accepted her beautiful vase and pro shop prize. Following are the rest of the results: A Flight Low gross: Tobi Norris 166, Angie Krahn 176, Ellie Nicholas 183. Low net: Liz Van Boeschoten 140, Judy Brown 144 on a countback, Marie Israel 144 on a countback. B Flight Low gross: Bernice Henderson 182, Janet Edwards 188, Lynn Pringle 197. Low net: Rikki Farrell 136, Carmel Horochuk 142, Irene Perry 144. Saturday KPs: #4 Liz Stirrett, #7 Marie Israel, #12 Judy Brown, #15 Jean Tonks, #17 Tobi Norris. Sunday KPs: #4 Joanne Braun, #7 Angie Krahn, #12 Janet Edwards, #15 Bernice Henderson, #17 Gene Renaud. Many thanks starting from the groundskeepers all the way up to 10.375" X 2.857

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with lunch, 3 course dinner, champagne and dessert.

OVERNIGHT in Tribune Bay aboard the yacht and breakfast included. No sailing experience needed as the skipper looks after everything! Go online for more info at

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$1000

2ND & 3RD PRIZE COMPASS ADVENTURES

IN COMOX BY THE SEA BUCKS to be spent at participating

COMOX BY THE SEA MEMBERS

WEEK LONG SUMMER CAMP VALUED AT $300

TH PRIZE 4 9 HOLES OF GOLF

AT COMOX GOLF COURSE WITH $100 GIFT CARD FOR DINNER AT THE TEE BOX RESTAURANT

5TH & 6TH PRIZE

$50 GIFT CARDS FROM JOHN’S YOUR INDEPENDENT GROCER

7TH to 10TH PRIZE

$25 IN COMOX BY THE SEA BUCKS

ENTER at any of these participating businesses IN DOWNTOWN COMOX:

Low net champion Rosslyn O’Rourke (left) is presented her plaque by Ladies Club captain Janet Edwards. Bill Kelly and his team at the pro shop for making the tournament a great success. Mother Nature gets a nod as well. Janet Edwards, Ellie Nicholas, Glenda Kinney and Sue Guitard also worked tirelessly. A great thanks to club captain Kevin Hunt and men’s tournament director Richard Martin for their help and support. Thank you for donations from Chances Casino & Bingo, and Bob Scott Bob Cat Services for their continued support and to our Ben Gill for providing barbecue chicken breasts, salads and the like at the completion of the tournament. Much appreciated was the ice cold bottled water donated by Canadian Western Bank and handed out by Rick Verbeek. Lastly, greatest thanks to all the ladies who entered the tournament. – Glacier Greens Ladies Golf

• Smitty’s Restaurant • Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy • Pearl Ellis Gallery • Desolation Sound Yacht Charters • Blinds & Bubbles Boutique • Simon’s Cycles • Wills Marine Supply • Woofy’s Pet Store • The Cottage • Coast Surf Shop • Beninos Gelato • Roxanne’s Fashions • Floss Dental Hygiene Services

fall sale Catalogue 2014

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