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White tents lined Ladysmith’s First Avenue Sunday, Aug. 24 for the 16th annual Arts on the Avenue, featuring more than 50 artists, live music, children’s art stations, food artisans and community tents. Ladysmith Arts Council president Kathy Holmes says about 6,000 people came to see the art, and it was a very positive day. “I think it went amazingly well,” she said. “The community of Ladysmith pulled through, and we had such amazing community participation.” Here, five-and-a-half-year-old Rashid Hugaig has fun painting in the Kids’ Hands-On Art Area, sponsored by Ladysmith and District Credit Union, while Abigail Hicks, 6, has her face painted. LINDSAY CHUNG

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In brief Expect closure on upper section of the Arts on the Holland Creek Trail as bridge is replaced Avenue

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Lindsay Chung THE CHRONICLE

The 16th annual Arts Construction of a new bridge on the Avenue is being on the upper part of the Holland hailed as a huge sucCreek Trail will begin next week. cess. Community volunThe Holland Creek Trail Bridge, teers were a big part of the main pedestrian bridge on that success, and the the upper part of the trail where Ladysmith Arts Council it crosses Holland Creek, needs (LAC) is already looking to be replaced, and a new steel for volunteers for next bridge will be built in its place. year’s event. “It’s an exciting project to have LAC president Kathy a new bridge,” said Clayton PostHolmes says they had a lot ings, the Town of Ladysmith’s diof community participation for this year’s event rector of Parks, Recreation and Culture. “The new bridge will be on Aug. 24. “The people who live a larger bridge that will span Holdowntown were very gra- land Creek. It’s a better crossing. cious because we had It’s going to be a really nice addiblocked off the road Satur- tion to the trail.” Ladysmith council voted Aug. day night,” she said. “The 18 to increase the project budget fire department, police, Town of Ladysmith, all the from $100,000 to $175,000 and volunteers, and on the award the tender to Heavy Metal day, all the vendors who Marine Ltd., enabling the work to brought their beautiful move ahead. Council had previously provided art, musicians and dancers, direction that the Holland Creek it all came together very Trail Bridge be built to support well.” small equipment such as ATVs Holmes says the LAC is looking for volunteers for and Parks equipment, and this next year’s Arts on the Av- direction, as well as the cost to enue, particularly to help build the bridge at a Q200 rating out with the Kids’ Hands- to withstand 200-year discharge On Art Area and help set levels, has resulted in additional up and tear down. As well, costs to the project, Postings exthe LAC is looking for new plained in his report to council. The project cost includes the ideas and suggestions. Organizers’ next meet- removal of the existing Holland ing will be in September, and anyone interested in volunteering can call 250245-1252. Staff Writer

Creek Trail bridge and construcDuring the design process, there tion of the new bridge. was concern over the fact that According to Postings, the Hol- flow levels on the creek could land Creek Trail Bridge is nearing result in the bridge being washed the end of its useful life, and a re- out, and surveys and civil work of placement plan for the bridge is the area confirmed that the bridge included in the 2014 Parks capital required additional Rip Rap to plan. protect it from 200-year flood pro“During the planning phase of jections, explained Postings. this project, it was identified by “This change in the original plan council and various stakeholder has resulted in additional costs, groups, as well as the Town of due to the addition of a large Ladysmith operations staff, that amount of fill and Rip Rap to the bridge should be built to raise the bridge; as well, the conaccommodate certain types of tractors have indicated transportsmaller equipment, such as ATVs ing the additional material to the and Parks equipment required to location, due to access challengaccess the south side of the trail, es, has added to the project costs,” as well as eliminate motorized ve- he wrote in his report. hicles crossing through the creek Heavy Metal Marine Ltd. was the bed,” Postings wrote in his report. low bidder out of five, with a subIt was recommended that the mission that would cost $151,611, Town use the design of the nearby tax not included. Other bidders Bush Creek Bridge recently built were Pacific Industrial and Main the Cowichan Valley Regional rine Ltd. ($199,400, with no referDistrict as a model for consider- ence to tax), Surespan Construcation. tion Ltd. ($202, 835, quoted as “Bush Creek Bridge is a great total tender price), Seismic 2000 piece of work,” noted Coun. Glen- Construction Ltd. ($218,340, tax da Patterson. not included) and Copcan ConPostings says the original bud- tracting Ltd. ($342,900, tax not get for the project was $100,000, a included). figure established from estimated This project was originally incosts relating to the Bush Creek cluded in the 2014-18 Financial Bridge construction. The Bush Plan for $100,000 and was funded Creek Bridge was designed by by $13,000 of appropriated eqHarold Engineering Ltd., who also uity, $80,000 from taxation and provided the Town of Ladysmith an additional $7,000 to come of the tender drawings for the pro- community donations. For the adposed Holland Creek Trail Bridge. ditional $75,000, this project is eli-

gible to use Gas Tax funding, and funding could also come from diverting funds from another capital project, according to Postings. With this project, the Town must meet the conditions outlined in the fisheries permit, and construction around the creek is limited to periods within this permitted window. The fisheries permit requires the Town to begin construction by Sept. 15 and complete the work by Sept. 30. Construction will begin Tuesday, Sept. 2 and go through until approximately Sept. 30, according to Postings. During that time, there will be a trail closure on the upper section of the Holland Creek Trail. Signs and fences will be put up to inform hikers and runners that there is no access to certain areas, and there will also be signs at the trailheads letting people know about the construction. The first step in the construction will be to build the foundation for the new bridge, followed by removing the old bridge, and then constructing the new bridge. Prior to that, Postings says trail users will probably see the Parks department preparing the area by cutting back bushes and removing small trees to allow access to the site. For more information about the work, contact the Parks department at 250-245-6445.

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Children could learn through art

If there is no school in early September, Ladysmith Parks, Recreation & Culture (LPRC) and the Ladysmith Arts Council will offer “Learning Through Art: An Enrichment Experience” at the Ladysmith Waterfront Art Gallery with instructor Natasha Sharpe, for children aged seven to 10. Explore storytelling, nature, science, history and culture through visual and performing arts in a small group setting, which incorporates physical activity, play, and quiet time. Register for the week or a day at a time in person at the Frank Jameson Community Centre or by calling 250-245-6424. “We continue to hope for a resolution that would see schools in session on Sept. 3, in which case full refunds will be given,” LPRC states in a press release.

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Whether school starts on time in September or not, one thing is certain — students need to start the school year off with the right supplies, and we can help. “A new school year is a real challenge for many local families,” Erin van Steen, executive director of the Nanaimo-Ladysmith Schools Foundation (NLSF), says in a press release. To ensure all students are able to come to school prepared with the right school supplies, NLSF is looking to the community for support with its fifth annual Stock the Lockers fundraising campaign, which kicked off Aug. 14 at Staples’ North Nanaimo store. The campaign aims to raise $50,000 to provide school supplies and other necessities for students of Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools (SD68). Over the past four years, community members, businesses and service clubs have helped raise more than $175,000 for the Stock the Lockers campaign, and their generosity is fundamental in making the campaign successful, according to van Steen. “Starting the school year off with the right supplies can mean the difference between success or

smallest voice in our society,” says van Steen. The NLSF supports programs that respond to urgent needs in local schools, such as meal programs to give students a good start to their day, adequate shoes for gym classes, instruments to introduce youngsters to music, fees for field trips or graduation ceremonies, and scholarships/ bursaries for Grade 12 graduates to encourage them to pursue postsecondary education. The needs are great, and van Steen works closely with principals, teachers and counsellors who know which children require help. “We try to give students a helping hand when they need it, in hopes that it will encourage them to stay The Fraternal Order of Eagles (FOE) Aerie 2101 Ladysmith came bearing gifts in school and to succeed because for the Nanaimo-Ladysmith Schools Foundation (NLSF)’s Stock the Lockers it’s so important for young people campaign. Pictured from left are Angie Fletcher from the Eagles, NLSF execu- to finish high school,” she says. Sponsors for the Stock the Locktive director Erin van Steen and Lu Watson from the Eagles. PHOTO SUBMITTED ers campaign include the two Stafailure for many disadvantaged the highest child poverty rates in ples stores in Nanaimo, Coastal students,” says van Steen. “Our B.C. According to a recent report Community Credit Union branchStock the Lockers campaign helps by Dr. Paul Hasselback, the medi- es, and the Ladysmith and District ensure that all students are able to cal health officer for the central Credit Union. Donations can be come to school with the tools to Island region, almost one in five made locally at LDCU, by phoning learn.” children in the school district are 250-753-4074, or online through www.NLSF.ca. Tax receipts will She says that poverty is very living in poverty. real among many students in the “Through our generous donors, be issued for donations over $20. For more information, contact Nanaimo-Ladysmith School Dis- we’re able to make a difference trict, which historically has one of and help those who have the van Steen at 250-753-4074.

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NOTICES & NEWS September 2014

COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE No Council Meeting on Monday, September 1st due to the Labour Day Statutory Holiday. Council Meeting Monday, September 15th, 7:00 p.m. Municipal Services Committee Meeting* Monday, September 15th Mayor’s Open Door* – City Hall Thursdays, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. City Hall (410 Esplanade) Business Hours Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Corner of Trans Canada Hwy. and Roberts St. except statutory holidays *Please check the website (www.ladysmith.ca) or call City Hall at 250.245.6400 to confirm times.

HOLIDAY CLOSURES City Hall, Frank Jameson Community Centre, Development Services and Public Works will be closed on Monday, September 1st, 2014 for the Labour Day Holiday.

SECOND QUARTER UTILITY BILLS – DUE AUGUST 27 Utility bills for April to June are due Wednesday, August 27. If you have not received your bill, please call 250.245.6414 ext. 6206 or email billing@ladysmith.ca.

WATER RESTRICTIONS – STAGE 2 - IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE Due to a snow pack shortage and a limited spring run-off, as well as unseasonably dry weather, Town of Ladysmith residents are advised that their sprinkling period has been REDUCED – UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE – TO A MAXIMUM OF: ONE HOUR TOTAL SPRINKLING TIME (either between 7 a.m. & 8 a.m. OR 7 p.m. & 8 p.m.) • Odd numbered premises may sprinkle on ODD NUMBERED DAYS. • Even numbered premises may sprinkle on EVEN NUMBERED DAYS. You can use a hose with a shut off spray nozzle to water trees, shrubs, flowers or vegetables on any day during the week. Other restrictions, until further notice: • Residents with automated sprinkler systems must set their timers to no more than 3.5 hours of lawn watering each week during the above times • No vehicle washing (commercial outlets are still available) • No re-filling of swimming pools Check the website at www.ladysmith.ca for Water Restriction Updates. If you have a question, please contact 250.245.6445.

GARBAGE / RECYCLING COLLECTION YOUR GARBAGE COLLECTION DAY IS CHANGING! Following the Labour Day statutory holiday on September 1st, your garbage/recycling pickup day will move forward by 1 (ONE) day.

BOULEVARDS Reminder to property owners that it is your responsibility to maintain the boulevards adjacent to your properties. This includes mowing and keeping them tidy. For more information please call City Hall at 250.245.6400 or Public Works at 250.245.6445.

REMEMBER – ATVs and other motorized vehicles are NOT permitted on ANY TOWN trail MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS – SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2014 • Candidate nomination packages are now available at City Hall • Candidate nomination documents must be submitted to City Hall between Tuesday, September 30 and Friday, October 10 at 4:00 p.m. • Contact City Hall at 250.245.6400 to make sure you are on the voters’ list • Advance voting will be held at City Hall on Wednesday, November 5 and Wednesday, November 12, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. • Election Day voting will take place at Frank Jameson Community Centre on Saturday, November 15, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. • If you are going to be out of town during advance polls and on election day, you can mail in your ballot. Please call City Hall for information about mail-in ballots. For more election details, please contact City Hall or visit our website at www.ladysmith.ca, or contact Chief Election Officer: Joanna Winter 250.245.6417 jwinter@ladysmith.ca Deputy Chief Election officer: Sandy Bowden 250.245.6404 sbowden@ladysmith.ca

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TOWN OF LADYSMITH ADVANCE ELECTOR REGISTRATION for Local Government Elections to be held Saturday, November 15, 2014 Are you eligible to vote in the November elections for the Town of Ladysmith? Is your name on the current list of electors? If you are not sure you can find out by visiting the Town of Ladysmith City Hall at 410 Esplanade, or by calling 250.245.6400. The office is open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday (excluding holidays). Advance elector registrations will be accepted at Ladysmith City Hall until Wednesday, September 24, 2014. With the exception of registrations on voting days, elector registrations will not be accepted during the period September 25 to November 14, 2014.

TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: RESIDENT ELECTORS (who live in the Town of Ladysmith): • 18 years of age or older on general voting day for the election or assent voting; and • a Canadian citizen; and • a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration; and • a resident of the Town of Ladysmith for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration; and • not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or assent voting and not otherwise disqualified by law. NON-RESIDENT PROPERTY ELECTORS (who own property in the Town of Ladysmith but do not live here): • 18 years of age or older on general voting day for the election or assent voting; and • a Canadian citizen; and • a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration; and • a registered owner of real property in the Town of Ladysmith for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration; and • not entitled to register as a resident elector; and • not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or assent voting and not otherwise disqualified by law; and • if there is more than one registered owner of the property, only one of those individuals may, with the written consent of the majority of the owners, register as a non-resident property elector.

LIST OF REGISTERED ELECTORS Beginning Tuesday, September 30, until the close of general voting for the election on Saturday, November 15, 2014, a copy of the list of registered electors will be available for public inspection at Ladysmith City Hall during regular office hours -- 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Before inspecting the list, a person must sign a statement that they will not inspect the list or use the information included in the list except for the purposes of Part 3 – Electors and Elections of the Local Government Act. An elector may request that their address or other information about them be omitted from or obscured on the list of electors.

OBJECTION TO REGISTRATION OF AN ELECTOR An objection to the registration of a person whose name appears on the list of registered electors may be made in accordance with the Local Government Act until 4:00 pm on Friday, October 10, 2014. An objection must be in writing and may only be made by a person entitled to be registered as an elector of the Town of Ladysmith and can only be made on the basis that a person whose name appears on the list of electors has died or that a person whose name appears on the list of electors is not qualified to be registered as an elector of the Town of Ladysmith. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION please contact: Joanna Winter, Chief Election Officer at 250.245.6417 jwinter@ladysmith.ca Sandy Bowden, Deputy Chief Election Officer at 250.245.6404 sbowden@ladysmith.ca

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With school start still uncertain, SD68 offers parent information Staff Writer

Tuesday, Sept. 2 for all schools in the district. the chronicle This may change deWith no news of a res- pending on progress in olution to the dispute reaching an agreement between the BC Teach- with the BC Teachers’ Federation (BCTF) ers’ Federation, and and B.C. public school parents are advised to employers and just a check www.sd79.bc.ca week until the sched- for updates. Bargaining between uled start of school, School District 68 has the government and provided some infor- the union continues, and, as of Aug. 21, the mation for parents. “Because of the cur- parties had completed rent BCTF strike, there 71 bargaining sessions, is uncertainty about as well as several earwhen schools will be lier exploratory disable to open for the cussions with third 2014-15 school year,” parties, according to School District 68 the BC Parent Info (SD68) states on its website. Professional mediawebsite. “We all hope that there will be a tor Vince Ready has resolution that will al- agreed to monitor low schools to open as the situation, and to scheduled (Sept. 3 in resume exploratory talks or commence SD68).” All updates will be full mediation when posted on the school he believes it will be district’s website at productive. During the BCTF’s www.sd68.bc.ca. leadership In the Cowichan Val- summer union ley (School District conference, 79), the first day of president Jim Iker school is scheduled for stated on Aug. 24 that

teachers are ready to enter into mediation right away, if only the government is ready. According to the CBC, the BCTF has said a rotating picket schedule will be in effect again at schools across the province this week, with picket lines going up in Vancouver, Langley, and Kamloops Monday, Aug. 25. In SD68, school offices were scheduled to be open starting Monday (Aug. 25), although it is possible schools will be behind picket lines during the week of Aug. 25-29. If schools are behind picket lines, there will not be any office staff, but principals and viceprincipals will be in the schools. For new registrations, SD68 asks that parents not visit the school, but instead, call the school, as of Aug. 25. If parents want to know about new French Immersion kin-

Oceanview Community Church had a very successful summer kids’ camp this year, with 109 children registered. Here, four-year-old Cameron Wray and his father, Scott, celebrate following the wrap-up show. Lindsay Chung

dergarten and Grade 1 registrations, they are asked to call 250-7415335. If you plan on moving your child to another school or school district, you are asked to phone your current school, as of Aug. 25. In SD68, report cards for Grade 10 and Grade 11 will be issued to students when they return to school, while final report cards from 2013-14 for kindergarten to Grade 9 are not available at this time. Unless parents have been notified otherwise, students have automatically been assigned to the next grade level for the 2014-15 school year.

CALLING ALL PIRATES AND MAIDENS ! to the open audition for

The Pirates of Penzance Sunday, September 7, 2014 1:00 to 6:00 pm

at the Duncan United Church, 246 Ingram Street, Duncan. Audition packages are now available for pickup at the Island Savings Centre Box Office (2687 James Street, Duncan). If you’ve never seen this Gilbert and Sullivan show, you’re in for a treat: it’s full of swashbuckling action and romance -all with tongue firmly placed in cheek. Get ready to dance and sing and ham it up - this is going to be fun! In addition to auditioning all leading roles, on this date we will also be accepting applications from anyone wanting to participate in the show as a member of the men’s/ladies’ chorus or as part of our stage crew. We are looking for assistants in all departments, so there are plenty of opportunities to be involved on and off stage. The chorus of daughters, pirates and police will be selected at the first rehearsal in the fall. SIMTS is a non-profit society dedicated to the preservation of live musical theatre and the introduction of stage/choral work to a whole new generation of performers, and as such we welcome new members of all experience levels. For more information on our upcoming show, go to www.cowichanmusicalsociety.bc.ca.

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Citizen of the Year Nita Grant thanks the community

YOUR WORDS

“The challenge with the blues is a lot of the messages are downers.” John Bones, Page 12

Editor: I want to thank everyone for appreciating me and honouring me as the Citizen of the Year. The award means a lot to me. It was a total surprise to me. Every day when I walk through town, people stop me and say congratulations, which is so nice. I’ve always really enjoyed Ladysmith, and the people are so community-minded. I’ve always loved working with and for the people of Ladysmith, and they’ve always supported us. It’s such a warm community, and I look forward to continuing to participate in the community on an ongoing basis. Thank you. Nita Grant Ladysmith

GORD BARNEY

Gord Barney recently sent us this cartoon about the “Holland Creek Trail Wildlife Run with the Critters.”

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September’s art show celebrates Art Deco Community art showcase

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rt Deco is the theme for the September 2014 Art Show at the Ladysmith Waterfront Gallery. Art Deco was the predominant decorative art style of the 1920s and 1930s, characterized by precise and boldly delineated geometric shapes and strong colours, and it was used most notably in household objects and in architecture. It is an eclectic style that is often characterized by rich colours, bold geometric shapes, and lavish ornamentation. Deco shapes were often sunbursts and zigzags and broad curves. One of its major attributes is an embrace of technology. During its heyday, Art Deco represented luxury, glamour, exuberance and

Results from last week’s question Do you like special events that close First Avenue to traffic? Yes 63.6% No 36.4% The Ladysmith-Chemainus Chronicle is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, PO Box 1356, Ladysmith, B.C. V9G 1A9. For information phone 1-888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org.

faith in social and technological progress. Art Deco was a globally popular style and affected many areas of design. It was used widely in consumer products such as automobiles, furniture, cookware, china, textiles, jewelry, clocks, and electronic items such as ra-

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dios, telephones, and jukeboxes. Local artists are encouraged to have any Art Deco work into the gallery by Aug. 26 and 27. The hanging for the show will begin at noon on Thursday, Sept. 4; volunteers are always welcome. If you feel inspired, translate these shapes and images into a wearable piece of art to wear to opening night on Saturday, Sept. 6. You never know, expressing your inner “Art Deco” could bring a new level of meaning to your life. This month’s sponsor of the gallery show is Art of Brewing. The doors open at 7 p.m. on Sept. 6, and the guest speaker is photographer Eiko Jones. Jones’s work has been shown in National Geographic, and on opening night, he will be speaking about his art and career. Join the Ladysmith Arts Council and artists for opening night and enjoy good company, delicious appetizers and local infused waters and tea.

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Society helps educate Afghan sisters Lindsay Chung the chronicle

Tying together education and hope, the Wiltshire Education Society is working hard to raise money to help two young Afghan women complete university studies at Vancouver Island University in Nanaimo. The Wiltshire Education Society (WES) is a small group of Nanaimo, Ladysmith and Saltair residents who have banded together to bring two Afghan refugees who were living in Pakistan to Canada and have committed to providing for their education. “Our mission is really giving hope through education, and we believe that by changing one life, you can change many,” explained WES member Lynda McCullough of Ladysmith. WES members chose toSubscribe help these to two young Afghan women after meeting their older sister, who re250-245-2277 Includes cently graduated from $ online Vancouver Island Uniaccess versity (VIU). From her,

The Wiltshire Education Society is hosting a fundraising Picnic in the Park Celebration Sept. 6 in Nanaimo, featuring Masimba Marimba Band. Photo Submitted they learned about the We speak Persian, and plus in management. worsening security sit- our parents are of difWES has raised uation facing her par- ferent ethnicities. Our $40,0000 to fund the ents, and particularly Dad is Tajik and a prac- sisters’ expenses until her two sisters, who ticing Sunni, whilst our the end of 2014, and have been living in Pak- Mum is Hazara and a now, the society is istan as refugees. They Shia Muslim, as are we. turning to the commuhave lost many rights This makes our whole nity for help. and are under pressure family a target for ex- “We think we need to repatriate, accord- tremists and vulner- to raise another ing to a brochure from able to persecution. $100,000 to support WES. WES says prosWith help from WES, these girls,” said Mcpects for the family in the young women ar- Cullough. “They have Afghanistan are even rived in Nanaimo on three years to finish worse. Christmas Day 2013. their degree, and in“Since 1995, our famAfter arriving, the sis- ternational education ily has made our home ters entered a full se- is very expensive. We in Pakistan, but in 2012, mester of ESL (English want to support them. the government began as a Second Language). They’re really lovely to pressure Afghan They both graduated girls. They’re really fun refugees to return to with B-pluses from the to be with, and they’re Afghanistan,” the sis- program in April. They so appreciative.” ters write in a WES bro- have now completed WES held a very succhure. “We lost many their first courses in cessful garage sale in basic human rights ... the VIU business pro- May, and the society Also, in our family, we gram with a B-plus in is gearing up for more are particularly at risk. marketing and an A- fundraisers in the fall.

In co-operation with the Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society, WES is holding a Picnic in the Park Celebration Saturday, Sept. 6 at 3:30 p.m. at Maffeo Sutton Park in Nanaimo. The event will feature music by Masima Marimba Band and from Mbira Spirit. People are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and a picnic. Admission is by donation. As well, WES is holding a silent auction, dinner and live music Oct. 24 at the Grand Hotel in Nanaimo and a benefit concert featuring the Nanaimo Tidesmen Nov. 9 at Trinity Ecumenical Center. For more information about these fundraisers, visit www. WESociety.org. McCullough says there are many ways to help WES and help the Afghan sisters. People can become a member of the society for $25 a year, volunteer, help spread the word, and make a donation. SHOP LOCALLY

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noir. The play is directed by Charles L. Harman, and it runs from Sept. 25 to Oct. 12. Next comes Always a Bridesmaid, a “rollicking comedy” written by Jamie Wooten, Jessie Jones and Nicholas Hope. The show runs from Nov. 6-23 and is directed by Bill Johnston. This year’s Christmas pantomime will be Ali Baba and the 40 Thieves, which will run Dec. 19-31 and will be directed by Alan Watt. An improbable farce is next, with Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit running from March 5-22. This play is directed by Lesley Croghan. The final show of the season is Ravenscroft, a psychological thriller written by Don Nigro. This will run April 23-May 10 and will be directed by Gordon McInnis. “I’m really excited about the season,” said Johnston. “They’re all really good scripts, and we’ve got really good directors. We’re nicknaming it ‘the season of fun.’” For more information, call LLT at 250924-0658 or visit www. ladysmiththeatre.com.

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Members of the 2014 Gulf Island Brigade arrived in Ladysmith with big canoes and big smiles. As part of a six-day voyageur canoe trip late last month, a large group of paddlers camped at Transfer Beach, on their way from Nanaimo to Victoria. Fifty-four paddlers came from across Canada and the U.S. to participate, including members of the Rocky Mountain Voyageurs from Alberta. “The purpose of brigades is, first, to bring awareness of our waterways and the importance of our waterways. Secondly, it is to educate people on the use of our waterways, and thirdly, it is to bring an interest back into paddling,” said Rita McCreary, who lives outside of Calgary. The Rocky Mountain Voyageurs spend a lot of time on education, working with young children in schools, she explained. “It’s a marvelous thing to participate in,” said McCreary. “It’s awesome, really fun. It’s a team effort.” McCreary says they usually have a support vehicle with them, but for this brigade, they carried all their equipment. “This is our first ocean voyage, so we’re very

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used to engage citizens and assess candidates. “Politics is too important to be left just to politicians,” Lake Cowichan team member Evelyn Hunter said in a press release. “Citizens have a lot of ideas and opinions that candidates need to be made aware of.” One Cowichan supporters will also be on doorsteps this fall, encouraging people to vote. Like the rest of B.C., the Cowichan Valley historically has

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The Doctor Bones Blues Project is on a mission to make sure no one feels blue after listening to the blues. The Victoria-based gospel-inspired blues band will bring its message of encouragement to Ladysmith this weekend to perform the final Concerts in the The Doctor Bones Blues Project brings its gospel-inspired blues to Park Sunday at Transfer Beach. PHOTO SUBMITTED The Doctor Bones Blues Proj- Ladysmith Sunday, Aug. 31 at 6 p.m. Doctor Bones, as the band we don’t talk about the crummy ect formed in 2007 and has is also known, soon found its things in life, but we try to spin evolved over the years. “It’s something that keeps niche playing encouraging, it so it’s encouraging. We do a building and goes in different blues-based music to Victoria’s really cool mix [of songs], so from that perspective, we think directions,” said John Bones, homeless and marginalized. “We just feel like we sort of we’re pretty unique.” who founded the band with his started out playing the blues John says the band is excited wife, Gail. John says that when he and not just for people who like to play at Transfer Beach. “Wherever we play, whether Gail started the band, she was blues music, but for people playing some music at home, who live the blues,” said John. it’s fairs or festivals or markets, and he had a lifelong dream “The challenge with the blues is we just kind of do it because we to play blues harmonica. The a lot of the messages are down- like to inspire people with our couple went to a gospel blues ers. In our repertoire of songs, music, and we just love playing,” festival in Chilliwack, and they we always try to shift that so it said John. Doctor Bones is John and Gail had “this crazy idea that maybe is positive and uplifting.” The band features musicians Bones, Anthony Reynolds, Jack we could be here next year as a who have played with jazz, Funk, Dale Manason and Tony band,” recalled John. It wasn’t such a crazy idea af- blues, funk and rock bands, and Rodrigues. They play Sunday, 6-8 p.m. at the ter all, and a year after visiting Doctor Bones fuses all those Aug. 31 from Subscribe to SubscribeTransfer to Beach Amphitheatre, the festival as spectators, John genres together. “The project is more a fusion, weather permitting. Admission and Gail Bones had formed a is still the is by donation, and all money 250-245-2277 band, and they were performing but our message 250-245-2277 Includes raised helps the$Ladysmith Reon that very stage. They played same — music should be$uplift- Includes online online sources Centre Association proaccess that festival every year for five ing and positive and make us access feel good,” said John. “Not that vide programs in the community. years until the festival ended.

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The 16th annual Arts on the Avenue Sunday, Aug. 24 featured more than 50 artists. Pictured here in the top row, from left, are: potter Lee Stead of Nanaimo with her whimsical work; and silk scarves from Karen Nelson blowing in the wind. In the second row, from left, Eunmi Conacher of Nanaimo poses with one of her paintings, while Vivian Lochridge works on a painting. In the third row, from left, Robin Millan of Goatwillow Studio in Yellow Point shares one of her humourous signs; people browse the art; glass ornaments from Nanaimoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Strange Bird Studio make an attractive display; and Martha Harris shares one of her dolls. In bottom row, from left, Pamela K. Jamieson of Duncan stands with some of her bold paintings; and guest artist Michael Dean of Ladysmith stands with some of his coastal scenes. LINDSAY CHUNG

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Julianne Eagle shows no fear The recent Cowichan Valley Youth Athlete of the Week gets right back on the horse — literally Don Bodger THE CHRONICLE

Julianne Eagle has fallen off a horse, but it didn’t prevent her from getting right back on again. “She had a bad fall a couple of years ago and had to go in the ambulance and people were really good here and then we got Rumpole,’’ said Mom Carrie. “He looks after her really well.’’ The change in horses was good to keep Julianne, now 12, going at the Vimy Western Riding Club. “I was pretty scared,’’ she recalled. “I got back on and moved on.’’ The club provides a great family atmosphere for the Eagles

up. “It was scary to do the games part, but it was fun overall,’’ she said. Julianne doesn’t show fear any longer and said the scurry event is her favourite. “It’s like jumping,’’ she said. Looking after horse Rumpole requires dedication from Julianne, but the two have formed a special bond. “It takes a lot of work, but I love doing it,’’ she said. Julianne’s dedication recently earned Julianne Eagle of Ladysmith, seen here with her horse Rumpole, was the her the honours of Cowichan Valley Youth Athlete of the Week for Aug. 20. DON BODGER being chosen the News of Ladysmith and oth- coming up here with have met lots of peo- Cowichan Leader Pictorial’s ers. a whole bunch of ple. It’s a lot of fun.’’ Valley “We all get together,’’ us trailering up. We Julianne started in Cowichan said Carrie. “It’s al- all hang out outside the Lead Line class Youth Athlete of the most like a convoy of Vimy as well and and worked her way Week for Aug. 20.

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Thicke, Irene May (nee Sproule) Irene May Thicke passed away in Nanaimo, B.C., August 1, 2014. She was born May 4, 1923, in Edmonton, Alberta. She is predeceased by her parents, Samuel and Emma Sproule, her sister, Gladys (Sproule) Burton, her husband Arthur Harbo, partner Donald McIntosh, and her husband of 16 years, H. A. (Al) C. Thicke, a retired Ladysmith industrial arts teacher, who died in 1983. Irene resided in Edmonton, Vancouver, Nanaimo, Saltair, Ladysmith and Nanaimo, B.C. Irene was a long time member, over 25 years, and past president of the Ladysmith Health Care Auxiliary. She was an active member at the Chemainus Seniors Center, participating in the dances, choir and other activities. In the past, Irene worked at the Nanaimo Shack Cafe, Ladysmith Wigwam Cafe, Nanaimo Rockgas, and as a homemaker. She is survived by her sons, Wayne Harbo (Powell River) and Rick Harbo (Nanaimo), 6 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren. She will be missed by her friends and the family appreciates the long time support of Cindy Burrows and the care and friendship of Razel Rusjan. No service by request.

Mary Emily Bennie October 24, 1920 - August 14, 2014

Mary passed away peacefully at West Coast General Hospital after a brief illness. She was predeceased by her loving husband of almost 67 years, Robert Dobinson Bennie Mary is survived by her son John (Karen) Bennie; daughter Susan (Lyle) Boffy; Grandchildren Kyle (Robyn); Alan (Eden); Charlie (Norma); Jamie; Andrew; Dale (Lisa); and great grand daughter Kyra. Born in Nanaimo to John and Jean Dean, Mary graduated as a Registered Nurse from the St. Joseph’s School of Nursing, Victoria in 1942. Mary was promptly swept off her feet by the love of her life, Bob and the couple moved to Chemainus where they spent many happy years raising their children and summering at their cabin on Comox Lake. She was a devoted wife and mother, impeccable homemaker, and community supporter. Mary had been an avid golf and bridge player, and she and Bob enjoyed numerous travel adventures together. After Bob’s passing in 2012, Mary moved to the Gardens at Qualicum Beach where she spent the past 2 years being closer to her children and their families. She very much enjoyed the delightful residents at the Gardens and appreciated the kindness of the helpful staff. Mary will be sadly missed by all who knew her. No service at Mary’s request. Internment to follow at Cedar Valley Memorial Gardens. In Lieu of ﬂowers, donations may be made to: The Parkinson’s Society of British Columbia 890 W Pender St #600, Vancouver, BC V6C 1J9

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BROADHURST (Bob) J.R. Passed away in Nanaimo Hospital, August 14th, 2014 at the age of 76. Bob was raised in Victoria and moved to Ladysmith 40 years ago. Survived by his loving family, wife Janet and children Brian (Leah), Rod (Marnie), Terri, Christine (Jamie), Laurie (Doug), Colin (Tre) and 13 grandchildren. He also leaves two sisters Joan Travers and Margaret Curtis, his special nephew and niece Dave McNeill and Val Albas (Charlie), two brothers-in-law John (Lynn) Tyler and Sid (Pat) Tyler. Bob lived his life on his own terms; in his own way. He loved to build and have a good argument. He will be remembered for his hammer in one hand, a “Lucky” in the other and his old station wagon. There will be a celebration of Bob’s life held on August 30th at his daughter Laurie’s house at 461 Thetis Drive, Ladysmith from 1- 4 p.m. Condolences may be offered at telfordn@shaw.ca Telford’s of Ladysmith 250-245-5553

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• It’s Tour de Rock Movie Night tonight (Aug. 26) in Ladysmith! The movie Frozen will be playing outside by the Ladysmith Resources Centre Association at 630 Second Ave. tonight, with the movie starting at dusk. Admission is by donation, and there will be hot dogs, drinks and popcorn available by donation. There will also be a chance to meet the Ladysmith Fire/ Rescue crew.

• The Ladysmith Kinsmen Club is hoping to raise a lot of food and money this weekend. This Saturday and Sunday (Aug. 30 and 31) at Aggie Field, 10 local teams will square off in the Ladysmith Kinsmen Charity Ball Tournament. Kinsmen Club member Jim Delcourt expects the tournament will run from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day, and he encourages people to come down to the ballpark and bring donations for

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the Ladysmith Food Bank. Besides the ball games, there will also be a dunk tank. The tournament is raising money for the Kinsmen to rebuild the playground at Transfer Beach and also collecting food for the Ladysmith Food Bank. There will be competition both on and off the field, as the team that brings in the most food donations wins a prize. • It’s the second last stop on the Mighty Speck Records B.C. summer tour, and it features five great artists in one night. It’s the Mighty Speck showcase, and it’s taking place Friday, Aug. 29 at In

the Beantime Café in Ladysmith. The show features Ladysmith’s own Skellig (fiddle-driven, Celtic-infused, dynamic rock), Victoria’s James Kasper & The True Vine (roots rock noir feat cellist/multi-instrumentalist Larry Burke), Pender Island’s Jonny Miller (West Coast country-folk), Qualicum Beach’s Chris Andres Authentic Outlaw Country, and Victoria’s PeaK (dynamic pop rock). Doors open at 6 p.m., and the all-ages show starts at 7 p.m. Tickets, which are available now at the café, are $10 for the show only or $25 for dinner and the show.

Ladysmith Rotary Club member Richard Johnstone (left) presents a cheque for $1,500 to Gerry Beltgens, chair of the club’s Rotary Foundation Committee. Johnstone’s company, Vancouver Island Pest Doctor, donated a share of all sales for the month of June to Rotary. When combined with the three-forone commitment from the Gates Foundation, the actual amount is increased to $4,500. This will inoculate 22,500 children in polio hotspots around the world. Combined with the more than $5,000 that the club has already raised during past-president Dan Spence’s year, the Ladysmith Rotary Club has been responsible for the inoculation of almost 100,000 children in the past 12 months. Polio eradication is one of the main goals of Rotary International. PHOTO SUBMITTED

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