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Ladysmith, here are your mayoral candidates Ladysmith’s three mayoral candidates answer our questions, in alphabetical order, continued on pages 4, 7, 10 and 12. An expanded Q&A is available online at www.ladysmithchronicle.com/municipalelection, and we will feature council candidate Q&As in next week’s paper.

Gord Horth

Occupation: Public Safety Telecommunications Why are you running for public office? Manager I believe in public service, and I have a desire Background: 27 years as a senior manager in lo- to improve on the qualities we hold dear in our cal government on Vancouver Island, community community. builder (councillor, soccer coach). I have a prov- What are your top three issues and how do en track record of either leading organizations or you plan to tackle these issues, if elected? being part of the senior management team, not 1. Waterfront redevelopment and cleanup has only here in Ladysmith but other communities I the ability to positively affect the community on have worked in. Those broad experiences give so many levels. New jobs during build out and me a depth of understanding that I bring to the long-term, the possibility of a spectacular settable and enable me to fulfill the requirements of ting for visitors arriving by water, as well as an mayor immediately — not needing a year or two enticing attraction for vehicle traffic travelling to to learn the ropes. and through our community on the Trans-Canada

Highway. Any communities would love to have this asset, one that has been sadly underutilized as a job source, tax base, recreation area and overall community gem. Actions: Building on the extensive community consultation that has gone on previously, quickly confirm/reaffirm the types of land uses and enhancements desired by the community. Start to market Town-owned land based on the preferred land uses, using the proceeds to pay for the amenities identified by the community (waterfront walkway, trails along the E&N corridor, additional parkland, more community programming

Occupation: Stay At Home Parent of three chil- After a lot of moving around for school, jobs, traindren, ages six, nine and 11. I also homeschool my ing, etc., we finally made that happen. eldest. Education: I was trained by my father, as a cabiBackground: I am a well-preserved 47 years old, netmaker. I hold a Bachelor of Arts from Trent and I live at the corner of Third and Baden Pow- University, a Master of Arts from the University of ell with my wife, Yvanne, and our three children Guelph, both in Philosophy. I also earned a Certifiaged six, nine and 11 — in the house I built for us. cate in Community Based Development through St. Yvanne grew up in the Cowichan Valley, and I grew Francis Xavier University and a Diploma in Comup in a little place called Waupoos in southern On- puter Assisted Drafting and Design from the Intertario. I met Yvanne while she was at university in national Academy of Design and Technology. Most Ontario, and I always joke that her first words to recently, I have studied martial arts, and if my testme were “My name is Yvanne, and I want to move ing goes well, I will receive my Conditional Black back to Vancouver Island” That was 19 years ago. Belt in Kung Fu in the week after the election, and

full Black Belt mid-next year. Work Experience: Arranged it in an order of relevance to the job of mayor, but in a way, it is all relevant. I have done a lot of different things, have developed a lot of skills and am not afraid to use them. • Four years of Health Services Planning experience in the Ontario District Health Council system (now known as Local Health Integration Networks) • Policy Analyst for the Aboriginal Affairs Branch of Canadian Heritage in Ottawa • Attaché to the Editor/CEO of www.nowtoronto. com

Occupation: President/GM — Uforik Computers Inc., President — Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce, Director — Ladysmith and District Credit Union Background: I am a husband and father, foster parent, entrepreneur, and community advocate. I have a keen sense of the issues we face and the actions we can take to address them. I am working to enable economic growth throughout our community and to improve the welfare of all of our citizens. Open, hard working and accountable, I believe that connecting with people on a meaningful level is the top priority in developing a shared vision for our future. In my career, I have been a 16-year-old gas sta-

throughout the U.S., I ‘retired’ to Ladysmith, to be close to my family (in particular my grandparents). Just turning 29, I quickly got bored. In the fall of 2003, I founded Uforik Computers and embarked on the journey you find me on today. After investing several years in my young family and growing our business, I started to become heavily involved in our community development. From School PAC Co-Chair and key member of the Ladysmith Working Group on schools, to Director and later President of the Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce, and becoming a Director with the Ladysmith and District Credit Union, I

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Meet your SD68 school trustee candidates 23 candidates are running for 9 school trustee seats in the Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District. Candidate Q&As, from the Nanaimo News Bulletin, continue on pages 5 & 17, and you can find expanded versions online at www. ladysmithchronicle.com/municipalelection. Nancy Curley, Lucy Oxman and Steve Rae have not yet answered.

Nelson Allen

Occupation/background: Property management. Career in teaching, 22 years, and in financial planning, 14 years. Community volunteer. Why are you running for trustee? I have served in the past on the board of education and worked for over a decade to improve education outcomes in this district and to see the construction of a new school on the NDSS site along with the improvements to property adjoining NDSS in cooperation with VIU and the City of Nanaimo. The plan calls for an expenditure of some $100 million that will improve education outcomes, will bring jobs to the community and provide facilities for VIU and city recreation needs. I wish to see these projects to completion. What three priorities are important to you and how do you plan to tackle these issues, if elected? Students first. By this I mean that all of our focus must be on our students. Provide them with the very best instructional supports and house them in new or renovated classrooms to improve learning outcomes. Promote higher graduation rates. We have seen some improvements with our graduation rates in the last few years. However, with the highest number of our students living in poverty in B.C., we must do more to ensure that each student has the opportunity to graduate from secondary school. Skills and trades training. In this rapidly changing world we have to provide the opportunities for our interested youth to learn skills in traditional and new trades. We have 500,000 jobs in Canada available and very few Canadians to fill the jobs because of limited opportunities for trades training.

Bill Bard

Occupation/background: Business and human services. Advocate for public education and LGBTQQ rights. Why are you running for school trustee? Many of the changes required as a result of lack of insight or action previously, have been addressed these past three years. I am running again to ensure a passionate voice for safer schools and good fiscal budgeting decisions. A strong voice must be heard, and a strong board can defend further eroding of public education. What three priorities are important to you and how do you plan to tackle these issues, if elected? Bullying and discrimination are still big issues in our district. Continuing to develop toward 21st-century learning initiatives like RTI and self-regulation. Instructional co-ordinators should have come from within our own schools, and any new hires ought to as well. We must have a better working relationship with our staff. The teacher is not the only person able to make a difference in a child’s education. Bus Drivers, EAs, secretaries, custodians and every other employee that has interaction with your child should have a role in planning a better learning environment to better serve each students unique needs. One team.

Natasha Bob

Occupation/background: Cultural enhancement worker, permanency planning. Why are you running for school trustee? I am dedicated to emphasizing the importance of lifelong learning in and outside of our school system. Most importantly we need to prepare our children and youth to lead and be active participants in our community. What three priorities are important to you and how do you plan to tackle these issues, if elected? I want to support and strengthen SD68 relations with the Aboriginal education community. My plan is to seek guidance and wisdom from education advocates and work with all aboriginal education stakeholders. Advocating for capital and classroom funding and improved class size and composition is important to me. Where possible, I plan to emphasize the fiduciary duty of governments to support a strong public education system. Ensuring that teachers have ready access to learning resources is also very important. Teachers need access to learning tools, and should not have to pay for this out of pocket. There should be resources available and I want to support plans and initiatives that support learning.

Jamie Brennan

Occupation/background: Legal advocate, Mental Health Law Program, Community Legal Assistance Program (six years). I represent clients at mental health review panel hearings. These persons have been certified under the Mental Health Act and can be detained in hospital or on extended leave. They can challenge this status through a hearing. Educational counsellor, Disability Services, Malaspina University College (19 years). I worked with students with disabilities to assist them with accommodations, sign-language interpreters and paid student assistants. Why are you running for school trustee? I believe strongly in an accessible and effective public education system for every family’s child. Public education can ensure that young people can grow into self-aware and productive citizens. Our society needs to value public education and the role it plays in shaping students’ lives. What three priorities are important to you and how do you plan to tackle these issues, if elected? The School District needs to collaborate with other agencies and organizations to address the issue of family poverty in NanaimoLadysmith. Currently, 34 per cent of our children begin their schooling unprepared in several social and personal dimensions. In other words, they start from behind. This is unacceptable. We continually talk about this matter; now it is time for real action to improve it. Lobby and advocate for a more realistic funding formula for public education. Every year, Boards of Education find themselves having to cut programs and services because the ministry does not recognize the fact of increased costs for the provision of educational services. For example, Nanaimo-Ladysmith spends $5 million more on special needs education than it receives from the ministry. This puts great strain on all other areas of our program. Continue to upgrade our schools, both in terms of the buildings and equipment. We have had to slow our technology improvements due to financial problems. Also, many of our buildings [show] structural aging and decline. Our students deserve to be taught in the safest and best-equipped schools.

Alana Cameron

Occupation/background: office assistant and volunteer. For the past six years I have been volunteering my time to make my kids schools the places they are today. Most recently I have served as president of the Nanaimo District Parents’ Advisory Council. Why are you running for school trustee? I am running in order to continue to strengthen the education system in Nanaimo. I believe in public education and want to continue to see some of the great initiatives introduced recently within the district continue and I want to make Nanaimo the place to educate your child. What three priorities are important to you and how do you intend to tackle these if elected? Continue working with all stakeholder groups on initiatives that strengthen our system. When we collaborate and work with each other instead of against each other we make things happen. We are creating a stronger foundation by working together. Continue listening to parents. In my role as DPAC president I have become aware of many issues that affect parents across this district. Parents have a voice in the education of their child that needs to be respected. Childhood poverty is another issue that affects students across this district. It affects the child’s ability to learn, it affects their social interactions within the school itself as well as their self-esteem.

Patricia Grand

Occupation/background: interior designer Why are you running for school trustee? I have 13 years of valuable experience to bring to the position, I have proven I can do the job and have many ideas for involving advocates. I have also spent the last 22 years actively involved in my community. What three priorities are important to you and how do you plan to tackle these issues, if elected? Improved communication and consultation with stakeholders. Aligning student capabilities with attainable educational goals through curriculum. Resource sharing to end purchase duplication of applicable studies.

Stephanie Higginson

Occupation/background: Former secondary school teacher with MA in Educational Studies, community advocate, stay at home parent, small farm owner. Why are you running for trustee? There are a lot of things that our school district is doing right. However, my experience interacting with our board as a parent and community advocate has identified areas in our district where we have opportunities to make positive change for our students. With my background in education, my analytical skills as a researcher and my experience as a community advocate, I want to create exciting learning opportunities for our students. What three priorities are important to you and how do you plan to tackle these issues, if elected? Alter the current budget planning process to include stakeholders in the process. We simply cannot keep cutting support workers and teachers. We need fresh eyes on the budget so we can keep students at the centre of every decision made. Work to build collaborative and meaningful relationships with the various stakeholders in district by developing a strategic approach to stakeholder engagement. Complete a review of the facilities renewal plan. The plan is flawed and it is costing our district millions of dollars. Over 50 per cent of elementary aged students in Ladysmith are now bused out of their community. Ladysmith Secondary is overcrowded with Grade 7s in the high school while there are three empty classrooms at Ladysmith Intermediate. École North Oyster is still waiting for necessary renovations related to student safety. Cedar Elementary renovations are costing more than double the estimate and the school will house half as many students as forecast. That is twice as much money for half as many students. Every school that has been touched by this plan has been negatively impacted. The next round of closures under this plan are in the north end. We need to make sure that does not become a district-wide problem.

Kim Howland

Occupation/background: Administration at the Child Development Centre. I have an extensive background in early childhood education, accounting, parent leadership, advocacy, and governance boards. Why are you running for school trustee? I have had the honour of serving the district as trustee for the past three years which allowed me to see firsthand: The advancements we have made in our district through enhanced community collaboration and engagement, which has resulted in the development of the district strategic plan and vision ‘Success for All.’ That shared leadership and collaboration facilitates the establishment and maintenance of positive relationships with stakeholders through tough political times and economic restraint, effectively supporting a better learning and working environment for all in our system. I am proud of the work we have achieved over a relatively short period of time and I am uniquely prepared and committed to the vision, we as a community have created, that supports students being successful in the 21st century. What three priorities are important to you and how do you intend to tackle these if elected? Ensuring decisions are dedicated to the best interest of students, first and foremost. I will continually ask “Is this good for our students across the district?” and “Does this support our vision ‘Success for All’?” Continuing to support a collaborative environment and maintaining positive relationships with all stakeholders (parents, students, staff, and our community members) in a leadership manner that supports safe and respectful opportunities for all individuals and organizations to share their expertise, diverse ideas, knowledge and experiences. Discovering innovative ways to enhance community and parent engagement in our schools. I will achieve this through advocating for better communication to parents and the public, opportunities for more collaborations, and strong community partnerships.

Rosmy Jean Louis

Occupation/background: I believe that I have a unique set of skills that prepares me to make a valuable contribution to our community through the school district. I am fluent in English, French, and Spanish and hold a Master’s and a PhD in Economics and a business degree with specialization in accounting. I have been a professor for 18 years, of which 10 are with Vancouver Island University where I am currently the chairman of the Economics department and instructor for the MBA/MScIB Program. I have made a wide range of contribution to the existing literature in accounting, finance, economics, economics of education, and tourism. As part of my service to the Cedar community where I reside with my family, I have been a trustee and the chairman of finance for the North Cedar Improvement District over the last seven years where I oversee a budget of more than $2 million. Why are you running for school trustee? I am standing for trustee because I am a concerned parent who would like to see that parents, staff, and teachers get all the resources they need to provide quality education to all kids irrespective of where they Tania Brzovic live or their socio-economic conditions. Occupation/background: I have two bachelor’s degrees, one in psychology and one in child and What three priorities are important to you and how do you plan to tackle these issues, if elected? I believe there youth care. I have served on multiple non-profit agency boards, where I learned about budgeting and must be a vigorous social cost-benefit analysis with extensive consultation with the public before a decision is to be made about good governance. Though I am currently unemployed, I am an active volunteer; I co-ordinate a youth school closures. And, most importantly, stakeholders’ views must be heard. My stance on school closure has been consistent floor hockey program and I’ve helped in many area schools. I have worked as an advocate, with a spe- because besides its negative effects on communities and the school district’s budget, we must still consider the benefits of neighborhood schools. Closing schools without a good understanding of its present and future social cost to society has far more reachcialization in dealing with the school system. Why are you running for school trustee? I’m running because I believe the public education ing consequences than what has been documented. Kids end up spending more time on buses, putting them at disadvantages to system is in crisis. We need a strong board that will advocate for improved funding. I also believe we can other kids with school in their catchment area who can go to after-school programs, and other activities that can further enhance their development. If you elect me as trustee, I will make sure that your vote is a vote for fairness in the allocation of the school use current funding more effectively. We need strong voices and fresh ideas. What three priorities are important to you and how do you intend to tackle these if elected? My top three priori- district resources. I also intend to revisit all school closures within the last three years to determine if the proper due diligence ties are to look at streamlining administration so we can get more resources into the classroom so as to address class size/ was conducted in their closing because I believe some schools could have been saved. If elected, I will ensure the improvement composition concerns; improve relationships within the district stemming from changes brought on by the current governance of the quality of education by providing teachers with the most needed resources, finding optimal class sizes and easy access to technology, and reducing the layers of bureaucracy. model; speak up for the community and support teachers/public education.

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NOTICE OF ELECTION PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the voters of the Town of Ladysmith that an election by voting is necessary to elect a Mayor and six Councillors for four-year terms commencing December 2014 and terminating December 2018. The people nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:

MAYOR – One (1) to be elected Surname HORTH STEVENS STONE

Usual Names Gord Marsh Aaron

Jurisdiction of Residence Ladysmith Ladysmith Cowichan Valley Regional District, Area H

COUNCILLOR – Six (6) to be elected Surname ARNETT CROSS DASHWOOD DRYSDALE FRADIN FRIESENHAN HENDERSON HUTCHINS McMAHON MELVIN PATERSON

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NON-BINDING (OPINION) REFERENDUM The following question will appear on the ballot: Are you in favour of the Town of Ladysmith contributing an amount no greater than $16,700 or an amount equal to the amount that could be raised by a property tax value of 0.01583 per $1,000 of net taxable value of land and improvements to assist the Chesterfield Sports Society with costs associated with the operation and maintenance of the Cowichan Sportsplex?

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ELECTOR REGISTRATION If you are not on the list of electors, you may register at the time of voting by completing the required application form available at the voting place. To register you must meet the following qualifications: • 18 years of age or older • Canadian citizen • resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day • resident of or a registered owner of real property in the Town of Ladysmith for at least 30 days immediately preceding voting day, and • not otherwise disqualiﬁed by law from voting. Resident electors will also be required to produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity. Non-resident property electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if applicable, written consent from the other property owners.

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From Page 1 space, upgraded public washrooms, etc.). 2. A strong vibrant downtown will create local shopping opportunities and help our local businesses thrive. Actions: Better signage directing highway traffic into downtown would increase exposure and harness more out of town visitors/shoppers. Increase parking opportunities to make downtown shopping easier. Improve downtown infrastructure (Buller Street revamp, clean up of alleys and parking areas to make it more inviting, better lighting for safety and attraction), Market the tax holiday that exists for businesses and industry for building or renovating, 3. Transportation infrastructure improvements will enhance our roads, sidewalks and trails. Actions: Using Development Cost Charge reserves and Gas Tax funds, start to rebuild some of our roads, connect sidewalks where there are blocks without, and extend the trail network that so many citizens enjoy.

Aaron Stone Q&A

From Page 1 have fostered rapid and positive growth in every venture of my professional life. I intend to bring this culture of progress and success to our municipal government. Why are you running for public office? Ladysmith is my passion, and I am the right person to help us find and achieve a shared vision for our community. I believe that we can become a worldclass example of what a small town should be. My experience in business development at home and abroad has given me the unique perspective, skillset and insight that will allow us to overcome obstacles and realize the amazing potential our town offers. We are entering an exciting time for Ladysmith. I will work hard to maximize the return on the many exciting opportunities that are in front of us. We are uniquely blessed with not only one great opportunity, but several. We have our amazing setting, nestled in a hub of access to the best that Vancouver Island has to offer. Residents and visitors alike will enjoy our historic downtown, waterfront area and best-inclass business, recreation and culture opportunities. I will facilitate the process as an advocate for our community at home and a spokesman for investment in Ladysmith abroad. We will become known as a most desirable place to grow up, work, live, start a business and retire. What are your top three issues and how do you plan to tackle these issues, if elected? Economic Development: First Avenue and beyond First Avenue and our downtown core is of special interest to me. See Aaron Page 12

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Occupation/background: Retired scientist (MS Geophysics); self-taught part-time web developer; eight years as a volunteer firefighter. I’ve worked in the jungles of Sumatra managing two seismic crews (2,000 crew total), was project manager on a 3-D seismic survey and member of an evaluation team that convinced an oil company to submit a (winning, sealed) bid for an oil field worth $3.65 billion. I retired from the petroleum industry and met my wife while bicycling across the U.S. on a charity ride for the American Lung Association. We honeymooned by backpacking 2,560 miles from Mexico to Canada along the Pacific Crest Trail. Why are you running for trustee? I want to provide an equitable, constantly improving learning environment for district students. I want to make a positive impact and set a good example for my 11-year-old daughter. I will strive to fix the deficiencies I’ve observed over the past year and a half, while advocating for better public education. What three priorities are important to you and how to you plan to tackle these issues, if elected? Governance – The current board defers to the administrative staff and represents administration, instead of – as the BCSTA guidelines mandate – representing communities and their values. When elected, I will embrace and encourage stakeholder engagement and proper community representation. I will challenge administrators to present alternatives and I will ask tough questions. Budget – Over the past decade or so, enrolment has declined by 10 per cent, staff and school admin has been cut by 20 per cent, but district administration has grown by a whopping 35 per cent. As trustee, I will champion moves to lower district administrative costs. I will also include stakeholders in the decision-making process, striving to change the ink from red to black, while working to increase services offered in district schools. Culture shift – The teachers’ job action revealed that public education is under duress, from many directions (enrolment decline, aging facilities, increasing costs and limited provincial funding). Also, the reputation of SD68 among school districts isn’t good. Once elected, I will focus on working with stakeholders to come up with creative and unique solution to help bolster morale, student outcomes and make SD68 the envy of the province. Public education belongs to everyone. We’re in this together and by working together we’ll make it better.

Catherine Morley

Occupation: certified dental assistant Why are you running for school trustee? It is difficult to criticize a board’s decisions when I do not understand the choices and debates that led them there. So I want to make myself part of the decision-making process so I can influence the decisions made in our district to reflect those of the public and parents. What three priorities are important to you and how do you plan to tackle these issues, if elected? My No. 1 priority is child poverty and how this affects the learning of children; if elected I would donate my paycheck every six months to a different school with a high percent of low-income families to subsidize the breakfast and lunch programs. Space in French immersion. I would look at the policies around the lottery and how to make more spaces available for the high demand. Setting a more professional atmosphere in the schools while meeting the minimum instructional minutes set out by the province by ensuring the teachers are getting adequate professional training that doesn’t infringe on the children’s time with the teacher.

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Why are you running for school trustee? Driven by a strong sense of personal and social responsibility, I get great satisfaction from my work as a trustee, despite the difficult challenges. I am passionate about improving the learning and life chances of students. Important foundational work has been done this term, including the development of a strategic policy governance model and, through extensive consultation across all school communities, the development of a strategic plan and a plan for facilities, both in the early stages of implementation. I am committed to advancing this vitally important work. What three priorities are important to you and how do you plan to tackle these issues, if elected? The continuous improvement of student learning is always a top priority; it is the focus of the board’s vision, plans and goals. The district’s Achievement Contract, a comprehensive document, lays out student achievement results, district goals for improvement and what is being done towards reaching those goals. The board monitors and assesses progress towards achieving those goals, adjusting district goals and plans, as needed. See response to the next question.* In common with many other organizations the district is experiencing the impact of the demographic shift, as more senior employees are opting to retire, so the implementation of a succession plan for the replacement of key personnel leaving the district is a priority. * How do you plan to work toward a balanced school district budget? A $3.5 million budget shortfall is forecast for 2015-16, which means reducing costs and/or increasing revenues. Adding to rising cost pressures beyond the board’s control, 2015-16 is the last year the district will receive funding protection. Applying surplus monies towards balancing the budget mitigates the extent of required cuts, however, it’s a one-time device that cannot be sustained long term. The best strategies create permanent budget changes and, while progress has been made towards this objective, the board needs to continue to find enduring efficiencies at every level of the organization that are realistic and sustainable.

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Second Chance Food Co-op will be open one day per month Editor: Do you know when “Welfare Wednesday” is? This is the day when welfare recipients receive their cheques. There is some variation of the day each month, so they use “Welfare Wednesday” instead of a date. “Welfare Wednesday” is the day that the Second Chance Food Co-op will be open for persons living below the poverty line in our town. Persons receiving welfare payments and others living on low income may sign up to shop at the Co-op from 10 a.m. to noon at St. John’s Anglican Church on Buller Street on that day. The Co-op is for single people who have less than $20,000 income per year and couples who have less than $25,000 per year. They may register before it opens or on that day. The organizers of this Co-op will purchase nonperishable foods and sundries at wholesale prices. Volunteers will mark up the items to cover expenses and shelve them for buyers one day per month. Organizers hope that buyers will be able to save enough money on these purchases to allow them to buy meat or produce from the other stores. There are posters about this Co-op around town. For more information, contact Yasmin at shepherdlab@shaw.ca. Caroline H. Davidson Ladysmith

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Results from last week’s question Do you feel adequately prepared for an earthquake? Yes 50% No 50% 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.

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t has been a very difficult week in Ottawa. I started the week by attending the closing arguments in the long-running case on discrimination in child welfare funding for onreserve children. That’s where I was again on Wednesday (Oct. 22) when an attacker killed a young soldier at the War Memorial and then entered the House of Commons. The building where the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal was hearing the child welfare case was locked down, like many other buildings in downtown Ottawa. But the work of the Tribunal continued while outside the building, police closed the surrounding streets, re-routed traffic, and looked for any evidence. You know much of what followed — the media has covered the details. In the hours and days afterward, I was buoyed

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From Page 1 • Exhibition Preparator at the Design Exchange • Sculpture Facilitator at The Banff Centre • Short stints (six months to a year) as a PT Tutorial Leader and/ or Marker at Trent University, The University of Guelph and the Ontario College of Art and Design Why are you running for political office? Despite all of the cynicism surrounding politics, I still believe that nothing is more important when it comes to improving the lives of people. Especially at the municipal level, which affects our day to day lives more than any other level of government. I live a charmed life, I have a beautiful wife whom I love dearly, I have awesome, healthy kids, and I live in a house that is just how we want it because I built it that way. I have worked hard in my life and as a result have been fortunate to gain a lot of skills and experience. In short, I owe the world, and the best way for me to pay that debt is to use my skills and strengths to be part of the solution to issues that Ladysmith faces. What are your top three issues and how do you plan to tackle these issues, if elected? My top three issues are:

1. A Cultural Change at City Hall 2. The Downtown and The Waterfront 3. Responsible Development RE No. 1: Transparency it is a word I am hearing over and over from people. Some folks are angry, others just shake their head, but among all of them, there is a perception that something is “going on” at City Hall and they do not like it. This perception will remain the reality unless something is done to address it. Regarding the perception of too many in-camera meetings, obviously I do not know what is discussed in these meetings, but I do know how they would be under me as mayor. I will have zero tolerance for any discussion other than legitimate in-camera items. Communication is lacking. I will open everything up to the public. I will ask council to consider everything from live streaming/ archiving of meetings via the Town’s website, to amending the rules around question periods at meetings and any other measure that lets citizens know what their government is up to. RE No. 2: I am including these two topics together because they are inseparably linked to each other. There can be no revitalization See Marsh Page 10

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ADVANCE VOTING DAY OPPORTUNITIES City of Nanaimo – Bowen Park Complex Auditorium, 500 Bowen Road Wednesday, November 5, 2014: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, November 12, 2014: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Regional District of Nanaimo – 6300 Hammond Bay Road, Nanaimo Wednesday, November 5, 2014: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, November 12, 2014: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Gabriola Elementary School Library – 680 North Road, Gabriola Island Wednesday, November, 5, 2014: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Cranberry Fire Department Hall - 1555 Morden Road, Nanaimo Wednesday, November 5, 2014: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Town of Ladysmith – Ladysmith City Hall, 410 Esplanade, Ladysmith Wednesday, November 5, 2014: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, November 12, 2014: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. District of Lantzville – 2nd Floor, 7192 Lantzville Road, Lantzville Wednesday, November 5, 2014: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, November 12, 2014: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Cowichan Valley Regional District – Island Savings Centre, 2687 James Street, Duncan Wednesday, November 5, 2014: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, November 12, 2014: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

MAIL BALLOT VOTING will be permitted for this Election, but only for those electors: a) who have a physical disability, illness or injury that affects your ability to vote; b) who expect to be away from the municipality on general voting day (November 15, 2014) and at the times of all the advance voting opportunities. To request a mail ballot package contact: Nanaimo – Chief Election Officer, Chris Jackson, or the Deputy Chief Election Officer, Donna Smith at 250 755-4405 or vote@nanaimo.ca Ladysmith – Joanna Winter, Chief Election Officer 250 245-6417; jwinter@ ladysmith.ca; or Sandy Bowden, Deputy Chief Election Officer 250 245-6404 sbowden@ladysmith.ca Cowichan Valley Regional District – Joe Berry, Chief Election Officer or the Legislative Services Office at 250 746-2503; 1-800-665-3955; or kharrison@ cvrd.bc.ca Regional District of Nanaimo – Jacquie Hill, Chief Election Officer or Matt O’Halloran, Deputy Chief Election Officer at 250 390-4111; 1-877-607-4111; or vote@rdn.bc.ca A mail ballot package will be mailed to you as soon as possible after October 27, 2014. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on the 2014 School District Election contact Phil Turin, Chief Election Officer at 250 741-5240 or Cathy Kelt, Deputy Chief Election Officer at 250 741-5238 or visit our website at www. sd68.bc.ca. For information on Areas G and H of the CVRD contact Dennis Brown, Deputy Chief Election Officer at 250 245-9918.

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COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE Council Meetings ......................................................................................................................................... Monday, November 3rd, and ........................................................................................................ Monday, November 17th, at 7:00 p.m. Municipal Services Committee Meeting*..........................................................Monday, November 17th 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, Development Services and Public Works will be closed on Tuesday, November 11th, 2014 for the Remembrance Day Holiday. Please call 250.245.6424 for the hours of the Frank Jameson Community Centre.

HIGHWAY CLOSURE FOR REMEMBRANCE DAY CEREMONY Please note that on Tuesday, November 11th, 2014, at approximately 10:55 a.m. the southbound lane of the Trans Canada Highway will be closed from 1st Avenue to Buller Street until 11:20 a.m. Southbound traffic will be re-routed during this time. This diversion is to assist with the Remembrance Day Ceremony at the Cenotaph.

THIRD QUARTER UTILITY BILLS DUE NOVEMBER 19, 2014, at 4:00 p.m. Utility bills for July to September have been mailed. If you have not received your bill, please call 250.245.6414 ext. 6206 or email billing@ladysmith.ca.

FIREWORKS FOR HALLOWEEN The Town of Ladysmith will be following the Cowichan Valley Regional District Fireworks Bylaw No. 39. Those wanting to discharge fireworks on Halloween night must have the following: • A ﬁre safety plan

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As voting day nears, council, school board and electoral area director hopefuls in our area are getting a chance to speak at several public meetings leading up to the Nov. 15 municipal election. The Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce is hosting an all candidates meeting for Town of Ladysmith mayoral and councillor candidates Wednesday, Oct. 29. The meeting will be held from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Aggie Hall at 1110 First Ave. North Cowichan voters will hear from their mayoral and councillor candidates Tuesday, Nov. 4. North Cowichan’s three mayoral candidates will take part in one-on-one debates Nov. 4 at Chemainus Secondary School, while the 20 councillor candidates present a “marketplace” of views at a Chemainus all-candidate forum, according to a press release.

The event, which is Sherry — will be speakopen to all, will take ing from 7-8:30 p.m. at place at the Chemainus the Mount Brenton Secondary School at Centre on South Oyster 9947 Daniel St. from School Road. 6:30-9 p.m. For more information, The mayoral segment call 250-245-3502 or will feature one-on- 250-245-4552. one debates where School District 68 each candidate faces trustee candidates will the other two twice. Af- get four chances to ter the mayoral debate, speak in Nanaimo. councillor candidates The Greater Nanaimo will each have a table Chamber of Comat which they will dis- merce is hosting an play written answers all candidates meeting to three questions. The for school trustee and public can circulate, civic hopefuls Tuesday, reading the answers Nov. 4 from 5-9:30 p.m. candidates have post- at the Vancouver Island ed and conversing with Conference Centre. them. Then, the Nanaimo The Chemainus Resi- District Teachers’ Asdents Association and sociation is hosting an the Chemainus and all candidates meeting District Chamber of for trustee hopefuls Commerce are co- Thursday, Nov. 6 from sponsoring the forum. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at John The Saltair District Barsby Community Ratepayers Associa- Secondary School. tion is sponsoring an The Parent Advisory all director candidates Council from John meeting Tuesday, Nov. Barsby Community 4. The three candidates Secondary is hosting vying for the position all candidates meetof Cowichan Valley ings for trustee candiArea G (Saltair-Gulf dates Thursday, Nov. Islands) Director — 13 and Friday, Nov. 14 incumbent Mel Dorey, from 6:30-9 p.m. at the Tom Hockin and John school.

• A valid Fireworks Operator Certiﬁcate, or equivalent, for the level appropriate to the nature of the fireworks being possessed and discharged. • Fireworks Discharge Permit approved by the CVRD. This can be applied for at Ladysmith City Hall, 410 Esplanade. (Permits will be issued for October 31st only.) For more information, please call City Hall at 250.245.6400.

BURNING REGULATIONS Please be reminded that no outdoor burning is permitted within the Town of Ladysmith, with the exception of small cooking ﬁres (no bigger than 0.5m sq.) such as a barbecue, ﬁre pit or chiminea.

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HOME OWNER GRANT If you have not already done so, December 31st is the deadline to claim your homeowner grants for 2013 (retroactive) and 2014. Please contact the Tax Department at 250.245.6414, ext. 6206 for more information.

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.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS – SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2014 • 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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• SALE OF FIREWORKSDISCHARGE PROHIBITED OF FIREWORKS PROHIBITED Note: No person shall discharge fireworks unless in possession of an approved CVRD Fireworks Discharge Permit and must meet all • DISCHARGE OF FIREWORKS PROHIBITED requirements of CVRD Bylaw No. 39 and Federal/Provincial regulations. Note: No person shall discharge fireworks unless in possession of an approved CVRD Fireworks Discharge Permit and must **Fines up to $500 will be in effect** meet all requirements of CVRD Bylaw No. 39 and Federal/ Provincial regulations. For more information please contact: Cowichan Valley Regional District Enforcement at 250-746-2620 $500Bylaw will be in effect**

**Fines up to For more information contact: “CVRDplease Bylaw No. 39 (consolidated) Fireworks Sale and Discharge Regulation Bylaw” Cowichan Valley Regional District Bylaw Enforcement at 250-746-2620

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Marsh Stevens Q&A continued From Page 7 of the downtown without doing something (anything) on the other side of the highway. I am not naive to the larger challenges on the waterside. What I want to grab in the next four years is the low-hanging fruit — things that can be done quickest and with the greatest chance of success: modest development for the two distinct populations that will breathe life back into the downtown; people who stay (new residents) AND people from away (tourists, visitors). These two populations will create demand for goods and services. Existing business might have to adapt a bit, but they will really benefit from a larger consumer base that is close by. Smart entrepreneurs will fill the demands (and empty storefronts) not met by current businesses — complimenting, not necessarily competing with them. It is also a good bet that many stores would see an increase in their regional customer base. Waterside development does not have to be on a massive scale. In fact, it should be done incrementally — conservatively — build something of human scale enough

for 2-500 to start and see what happens. I know from my past experience in health services planning and from my experience in design — you can only plan so much — you can only design to a certain point. Sooner or later, you have to do something and amend it as necessary — sooner or later, you have to build a prototype that you can see and touch. I also believe that once something starts to happen on the waterside of the highway, momentum will be created and the larger problems will not seem so daunting. From this momentum, we will see improvements year after year as the waterfront becomes simply too attractive for other issues to hold it back. RE No.3: Please see below [the response to a question about Stevens’ thoughts on growth and development in Ladysmith} A town that is socially, economically and environmentally sustainable will be created by responsible growth of all types of services, businesses, and housing options for its citizens. New development needs to be kept within the Urban Containment Boundary on land that is already zoned and easily serviced.

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It’s that time of year again, when you get to vote on businesses and individuals who have made a difference in your community. The Chemainus and District Chamber of Commerce is calling for your nomination for the Golden Brush Awards by Nov. 1. You can find nomination forms at the Chamber of Commerce office or online at www. chemainus.bc.ca. You could also win a prize for nominating someone. The Golden Brush Awards happen once per year, and they recognize businesses, individuals and volunteers who make a difference in their business community. “The awards are really to recognize people who’ve done something special, particularly in the business community, people who’ve contributed to the community and made things better,” said Jeanne Ross, co-ordinator of the Chemainus and District Chamber of Commerce. “It could be for an achievement, or a business that has really increased or prospered.” There are 10 awards in all, nine of which are voted on by the community. The Presi-

dent’s Award is award- nominate, your name Brush Awards Cered by the Chamber to is entered in a draw to emony, which will be a business or individ- win a prize. Last year’s held at the Chemainus ual of the Chamber’s prize was a weekend Seniors Drop In Centre choosing. getaway in Victoria. on Willow Street SaturThere is also a Good In past years, the day, Nov. 29. The cerNeighbour Award, ex- Chamber has received emony is open to the plains Ross. up to 300 nominations public, and tickets will “The Good Neighbour per year for the awards. be on sale at the ChamAward is for businesses Winners are an- ber once nominations who especially cater to nounced at the Golden have closed on Nov. 1. www.swelch4trustee.weebly.com local shoppers and residents of Chemainus,” she said. Re-elect This is a way to recognize businesses that keep their focus local, since Chemainus and area are tourist destinations and the focus is often on tourists for that season. “Once we get all (nine) nominations in, www.swelch4trustee.weebly.com www.swelch4trustee.weebly.com they get sorted out and Authorized by Sharon Welch, financial agent, 250-668-8612. sent to a panel of judges that varies from year to year, people who aren’t nominated, but are in Chemainus and District. (The judges) go through and decide the top three to four in each category. These are sent to Chamber members, and then the members select which one of the three or four they want to win,” said Ross. According to Ross, past award winners have been really happy. “It really makes you feel good that people recognize you for doing a good job,” she said. You are allowed to nominate as many businesses and individuals as you want, and each time you

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Peewee Steelers still undefeated

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With one game left in the season, the undefeated Ladysmith Steelers peewee football team brought its record up to 8-0 Saturday by beating SouthSide Minor Football 3019 at Forrest Field. “We’ve had a very strong season,” said coach Jeff Pinckney. In the Steelers’ final home game, quarterback Ryker Pearson ran for two touchdowns and threw a touchdown pass to Marcus Copp. Philli Toscano also scored a touchdown in the win. “That was a pretty exciting game considering we started a little flat, and [South-Side] scored right away,” said Pinckney. The Steelers junior bantam team is in a building year and is 0-7 so far after losing to Cowichan on Saturday. Football in Ladysmith has grown, and as the fall season ends, Pinckney is hopeful that growth will continue. “We’ve got great com-

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Philli Toscano scored one touchdown in the Ladysmith Steelers’ 30-19 win over South-Side in Saturday morning peewee football action. Lindsay Chung munity support,” he Steelers can build on said. the success they’ve There are no play- been having this fall. offs in the peewee fall “The spring league league, but once the is pretty exciting beseason is over, players cause we get to keep can look forward to the core of our team spring football. Regis- together and add to it,” tration for spring foot- he said. ball for players aged 11 Pinckney is excited and 12 will take place about the state of footat the end of January, ball in Ladysmith. and practices will beAt this time last fall, gin in February. the Steelers only had “We’ll take 10, 11 and 16 players on their pee12,” noted Pinckney. wee team, made up of “We don’t turn anyone players aged nine to 11. away if they want to Forty players regislearn football.” tered this fall, and the There are playoffs Steelers were able to and championships in expand and build a juthe spring league, and nior bantam team for Pinckney hopes the players aged 12 and 13.

“Normally, when a child turns 12, that’s kind of the end of football in Ladysmith,” explained Pinckney. “We were able to expand to junior bantam, and we had 13 registered … and we’re down to 11. We hope to continue to grow that age group. My long-term goal is to see if we can get Ladysmith Secondary School to accept a football team.” For more information about spring football, contact Pinckney through the Ladysmith Minor Football Association Facebook page or at 250-758-9193.

Saturday, November 15 Frank Jameson Community Centre, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. 810 - 6th Avenue VOTING BY MAIL-IN BALLOT: If you are unable to vote on general voting day or at the advance polls, you may vote by mail-in ballot. You must request your mail-in ballot from City Hall before October 31, 2014. Completed mail-in ballots must be returned to City Hall by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, November 14, or delivered to the Frank Jameson Community Centre on Saturday, November 15 between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. For more information regarding the election please contact: Joanna Winter, Chief Election Officer at 250.245.6417 or email jwinter@ladysmith.ca Sandy Bowden, Deputy Chief Election Officer at 250.245.6404 or email sbowden@ladysmith.ca www.ladysmith.ca

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Mid-Isle Soccer Club players advancing to premier leagues in record numbers Dan Ebenal THE CHRONICLE

The Mid-Isle Soccer Club has kicked off a new season in style, with close to 400 kids registered and more players than ever advancing to premier league competition. Mid-Isle Soccer Club vice-president Mike Rankin said the 23 players that have gone on to play with the

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Upper Island Storm in the Vancouver Island Premier League (VIPL) is the most ever from the Mid-Isle club, with probably another 20 from Nanaimo who previously played for the Mid-Isle Highlanders in the Upper Island Soccer Association (UISA). “When Willow Hartig became president of the club that was one of her priorities, to establish a competitive track. We’d never had it before,” said Rankin, adding that in his nine years of coaching with the club, he was never aware there was a venue for youth soccer beyond house league.

The VIPL features both boys and girls teams in divisions from U14 to U18, with the Upper Island storm drawing players from clubs in Mid-Isle, Oceanside, Harbour City, Gabriola and Alberni Valley. He said the executive sees the responsibility of the club as making the game accessible to everybody who wants to play as well as provide opportunity for skill development. “Two things that we did to help develop players was to bring Bill Merriman in as our technical director to run our Monday night club development ses-

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sions. We’ve seen in the last three years that has accounted for rapid development in the quality of the soccer players from this club. We’ve sort of caught up to everybody else now,” said Rankin, adding the other developmental tool was starting the UISA Tier-3 teams. The club currently boasts close to 400 members and one of the major projects for the coming year is to establish a field house to store equipment at Forrest Field. “It’s like a shipping container from the High Street ballpark community garden.

talking about. There creations. is a transcendence elIf you are not a memement to music when ber, then still bring its rhythms are rock- your work in and take ing us. out a one-year memMusical metaphors bership for $24 to are rife in the language show your work. of art. It is popular in It’s worth it, and mixed media art in you’ll be inspired each the last several years month to get to your to use music sheets studio or easel. in one’s work. Most The Ladysmith Wapeople have an affini- terfront Gallery welty to music; it enlivens, comes new and emergpacifies and uplifts. ing artists. Music is the moveOpening night for ment of the soul, a Play That Melody is definitive language Saturday, Nov. 1 at 7 and expression that p.m. Everyone is welis a cousin of fine art. come to come hear Both express thoughts, one of the Ladysmith stories, emotions, Arts Council (LAC)’s views, ideas and opin- favourite and dynamic ions of human life. On guest speakers, Paul a cultural level, art and Fudge. Fudge is a seamusic change over soned artist and intime and influence structor who paints in fashion and dance. oil and acrylic. This month, intake Please join the LAC for Play That Melody members and studio at the Ladysmith Wa- artists for a night of terfront Gallery is reflecting on how melTuesday, Oct. 28 and ody and art intertwine. Wednesday, Oct. 29. The Play That MeloGet your mojo swing- dy show will continue ing and grooving and until the end of Nobring in one of your vember. New PatieNts welcome ALL DenTAL PLAnS ACCePTeD. COMPLeTe DenTAL CARe FOR eVeRyOne.

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Readman brings stories, songs and laughs to Ladysmith Nov. 7 Lindsay Chung

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Tim Readman grew up with traditional English and Scottish folk songs. He now makes his living performing those songs and his own originals, and he’ll share them with local music fans Nov. 7 at In The Beantime Café. “I think for me, I grew up in a part of England that has a very, very, very strong tradition of music and history, up in the northeastern part of England, very close to the Scottish border,” said Readman, who now lives in Vancouver. Readman grew up near World Heritage Sites like Durham Cathedral and the Roman Wall. “It’s very rich in history, so there’s a tradition of a lot of ballads celebrating battles, kings and queens,” he noted. Readman says that region was very heavily industrialized in the late 1800s, and it was the birthplace of the steam engine. It had a lot of coal deposits that were very rich, explained Readman. “As a result, there’s another tradition of very many working songs, especially about coal,” he said. “I guess I grew up not really thinking about it as folk music but being aware of it around me. I grew up in a family of music. You would sing songs that you just grew up knowing because you always sang them.” Readman recalls that in the late 1960s in England, there was a group of musicians who started to get really interested in combining traditional folk

Folk singer Tim Readman performs with fiddler Jennie Bice. The two musicians return to In The Beantime Café in Ladysmith Friday, Nov. 7. Photo Submitted music with rock music. sic, the melody and has a really good ear “That really turned tunes are great tunes, and can hear somemy crank because as very well-known tunes thing and play it right a teenager, I was re- that you can sing along away, which makes for ally into rock music,” with. The stories reso- a really fun live show. he said. “Folk music nate because they have “One of my favourite had quite a big revival universal themes. Peo- things to do live is play in the 1950s and 1960s, ple are interested in something she doesn’t and as a result, a lot stories about everyday know,” he said, noting of folk music clubs life and trying to make Bice can always pick it opened in England. a living, horror stories up really quickly. “It’s One of my oldest sis- about murders and fun. She’s really into ters started going to war, princesses and it and really flexible. I folk music clubs in a princes … No matter play a lot of different nearby town and per- where you are in the styles of music … it suaded the landlord of world, people connect doesn’t matter what I a pub in our village to to them, sometimes to play, she can do it. She start a folk club there. the music, sometimes sings as well and has a It meant a lot to me. to the words.” great sense of humour.” “I could walk two minWhen Readman Readman says the auutes and be in that envi- comes to Ladysmith, dience is always a big ronment. If you got up he will be performing part of his show. to do two songs, you with fiddle player Jen- “I think one of the could get in for free nie Bice, who played things is playing to an and see the main act. I with him when he was audience who actugot to see a lot of the last here in April. ally want to come and people who were in They’ve been per- listen to the music is the English folk scene. forming together for 15 really fun,” he said. That got me playing, years. ‘There are a lot of jokes and it grew from there.” “We’ve done tons and that are part of that. Readman moved to tons of gigs and re- Sometimes, the songs Canada in 1987, and cordings since then. are in dialect and can he started feeling nos- Jennie has played on talgic when he came to my projects and I’ve a new country and got played on hers,” said back into playing folk Readman. “We have music in his 20s. played together for so He finds that people long now that we have in Canada enjoy the a very large repertoire; traditional music. we can play for hours “I think the songs have on end without runlasted for hundreds of ning out of songs.” years because they are Bice is a classicallygreat songs,” he said. trained musician, and “Part of that is the mu- Readman says she also

be hard to follow. You can explain things, tell the stories, and people are really interested in it. You have the opportunity to share a lot of laughs with them; it’s more interactive.” Readman’s Ladysmith show is one of several dates he’s playing on Vancouver Island, including Port Alberni, Ucluelet and Mill Bay. “What we’re finding as we play on the Island is each time we play, we get offered another opportunity to play somewhere else,” he said. “We’ve been back and forth several times in the last couple of months. I did play quite a lot on the Island in the 1990s; I played in various folk festivals and at various folk clubs in Nanaimo, Victoria and Duncan. Recently, there’s been the opportunity to come back and play more often, and I joke with people that I have more shows on Vancouver Island than I do in Vancouver now.” Readman and Bice perform Friday, Nov. 7 at 7 p.m. at In The Beantime Café at 18 High St. in Ladysmith. Doors open at 6 p.m., and tickets are $10 for the show or $25 for dinner and the show. For more information, call 250-245-2305. To learn more about Readman, visit http:// timreadman.com.

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SD68 trustee candidate Q&As continued, from page 3 & 5 Bill Robinson

Occupation/background: Our Hidden Heroes columnist and creator of the Our Hidden Heroes Social Responsibility School Program (Grades 1 to 8), community volunteer (Rotarian and member of more than a dozen not-for-profit boards and city committees over the years), speaker, writer, former Toronto broadcaster (CBC, CKFM, CKEY). Why are you running for school trustee? Our school district is in an important time of transition where decisions made in the recent past and the next few years will be pivotal to improving the quality of education for our children. I am passionately committed to seeing these decisions bear fruit for our students. What three priorities are important to you? I will support efforts to improve our classroom size and composition challenges; I will focus on promoting the ongoing positive growth in SD68; I will continue my work to improve the graduation rate of our Aboriginal students. How do you plan to tackle these issues, if elected? I will continue my practice of meeting frequently with teachers, staff and parents to gather and digest ideas and represent them at the board table. As a full-time trustee, I have both the time and energy required to make a difference for our students and teachers. I will find new ways to publicly celebrate the many exciting successes achieved day after day by our students, teachers and other staff. In an effort to help aboriginal students feel more welcome in our system and therefore be more successful, I will continue, as I did last term, to work toward integrating more Hul’qumi’num language and culture into our schools. The current aboriginal grad rate of 56 per cent is simply not acceptable and it does not paint a true picture of aboriginal ability and potential. This must be improved both for the benefit of these students and for the long-term social and economic health of our province.

Mark Robinson

Occupation/background: Single working dad and sales language specialist Why are you running for school trustee? As a parent who has kept a keen eye on the school board for years, I find that our district has several favourable circumstances to protect public education without needing to rely on program cuts. Through experience and hard work I have identified several of these unique opportunities and together with the new board I will work diligently to ensure that these opportunities are not lost before it is too late. What three priorities are important for you and how do you plan to tackle these issues if elected? Protecting students, staff, parents and visitors by implementing a solid plan that encompasses readiness for natural disasters, disease epidemics, traffic safety, and student security concerns utilizing ideas and contributions developed from our community. Protecting public interest by balancing funding across the entire district and not any one particular school. Protecting public education by ensuring that cuts to libraries, sports, and music programs are a thing of history by considering different funding formulas and that school trustees directly share the pain from cuts and closures that they themselves voted for.

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Occupation/background: I have 20 years’ experience as a professional advocate, educator, addictions counsellor, program co-ordinator and group home manager. I’ve worked with people of all ages from all walks of life, living with barriers and diverse abilities. Presently I’m an employment consultant specializing in customized employment and job development at Vancouver Island Vocational Rehabilitation Services. Why are you running for school trustee? I believe strong advocacy is needed for all community stakeholders including students, teachers, support staff and community groups. As a single dad of a teenage daughter in the district with professional experience speaking for those who don’t always have a voice, I feel it’s my responsibility to be that advocate. What three priorities are important to you and how do you plan to tackle these issues, if elected? I will increase overall stakeholder and community advocacy if elected. My mandate is to be available and accessible to constituents, bringing public concerns to the board. Now more than ever in our school district we need advocates with a heart and a powerful voice. Budget accountability and tough financial decisions need to be made with consultation from the people affected by our choices. I will not shy away from making decisions that better serve our children. I plan to increase transparency between the superintendent, board and the public on how decisions are being made that affect the entire district with the present governance model. As a board member, I will push for accountability within district management.

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Occupation/background: I have been a Vancouver Island University homestay mom for the last 14 years and am currently the caregiver for my terminally ill mother. Elected to the school board in 1993, I served five consecutive three-year terms and after taking a voluntary break in 2008, I ran again in 2011 and was returned to the board. With my 18 years’ experience, I have a lot of corporate knowledge and memory. Why are you running for school trustee? I am running for school trustee because I believe that educating our children is the most important job a person can have outside of the parent/caregiver role. Children are the future and they will be making decisions for us so we had better take good care of them now. We have a good strategic plan that will need tweaking from time to time because when circumstances change we must adapt. I would like to see the board spend more time consulting in depth with our partners and the community on issues that affect schools. We will have four years, so no excuse to rush any consultations. What three priorities are important to you and how do you plan to tackle these issues, if elected? Governance is a big issue for me. The public expects their elected officials to have some semblance of control, and our new governance model abrogated some of our responsibilities to senior administration, which I believe we need to revise to better reflect our publicly elected role. Dealing with poverty issues is a major priority for me considering Nanaimo is one of the top five cities with the highest family-poverty rates in B.C. and these children attend our schools. A child who comes to school unprepared, hungry and not properly clothed is a child who has difficulty learning. We need to expand our working relationship with other agencies and government that focus on children and family issues.

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Occupation/Background: Retired in 2013. Child protection social worker. Degree in Social Work and Child and Youth Care. Have resided in Nanaimo for past 31 years. Parent of three adult children, one of who is mentally handicapped. All three attended school in Nanaimo at Georgia Avenue, John Barsby, NDSS, and Woodlands. History of involvement in community. Founder and lead for 12 years of the Nanaimo Youth Ball Hockey League. Lead spokesperson for the Colliery Dam Park Preservation Society. Presently volunteer with Special Olympics. Why are you running for school trustee? I have had concerns about the lack of engagement between the board and the community. Some decisions seem to be made in an arbitrary fashion that is not inclusive. The current facilities plan is a strong indicator of the disconnect between the board and the community. It may be time for new ideas and collaboration with the families who may be impacted. What three priorities are important to you and how do you intend to tackle these if elected? Decisions should be made with a full understanding of the impact that they may have on the individual school and community. Trustees should liaise with their community and invite feedback from parents and school personnel and bring this information to the board. The local school is one of the main pillars of the community. I would like to make the board meetings accessible and welcoming to parents and include them in the process for making decisions that will impact their family. Collaboration should be the norm. Promote and enhance opportunities for extra-curricular activities. These activities are also important in children’s education and can be the highlight of a child’s day.

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Occupation/background: I hold an MA (Leadership) Degree and CHRP (human resources) and GCDF (career development) certifications, with undergraduate studies in Business Administration/Commerce. I won the Governor General’s medal at university for the highest GPA in the institution. As a registered music teacher, I enjoyed teaching music and being the education director of a music school with more than 20 teachers and 800 students for approximately 20 years. Since moving to Nanaimo, I have worked at the Community Policing office, in the Work B.C. employment program, and currently as the executive director of Forward House, an organization that offers day programs for clients with mental health and addictions issues. I have served on two non-profit boards, been Toastmasters’ area governor, chaired community committees and participated in the chamber of commerce and Rotary. My six years as a school trustee has included the roles of chairwoman, vice-chairwoman, DPAC liaison, Nanaimo-Ladysmith Schools Foundation liaison, Anti-Vandalism Committee chairwoman, and active participant in other committees. The Anti-Vandalism Committee’s initiatives have been responsible for helping the district reduce annual vandalism costs from $150,000 to $37,000 in four years. These initiatives promote positive student engagement that is based on school pride and social responsibility. Why are you running for school trustee? I believe in our students, and I want to continue the work I have started in this school district. I am committed to the work we have done with our strategic plan and want to see it continue moving forward, with adjustments as necessary. What three priorities are important to you and how do you plan to tackle these issues, if elected? First, I believe that collaboration is of fundamental importance within SD68 and with external stakeholders. We can achieve so much more together than we can by operating in silos. I hope to continue chairing the Anti-Vandalism Committee, working closely with the District Parent Advisory Committee in a community-wide anti-bullying campaign, and supporting the work of the Nanaimo-Ladysmith Schools Foundation. Second, we always need to be looking for potential administrative efficiencies, while providing an adequate level of support for our front-line staff. Third, I will continue to strongly support arts-based programs, sports and trades programs, as these programs can lead to greater student engagement and graduation rates.

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Occupation/background: Radio announcer DJ, CHUB Nanaimo. I produced an oldies program for GTO. Manager Stewart Hudson/Revelstoke Building Supply Ladysmith. Produced budgets, worked with staff and public. B.C. Corrections (28 years, retired) I took many life skill programs e.g. conflict resolution, violence prevention, suicide prevention, honed my listening skills. I was coordinator of the Critical Incident Response Team. To this date I have the pleasure of working with great people, part time, at the Home Depot in Nanaimo. Why are you running for school trustee? I am a strong supporter of the public school system and will work with the school trustee team to find ways to make the Nanaimo school district as effective as it can be. I work well with others in a team situation where my conflict resolution skills are an asset in bringing this about. What three priorities are important to you and how do you plan to tackle these issues, if elected? To work effectively as a team member. The largest part of the budget is fixed so my priority would be to work co-operatively with the school board members to bring a focus to those programs I feel would deliver the best value in quality versus cost. To explore ways to effectively support/educate high-risk students so they are less likely to end up in our prison system. I would tackle this by teaming up with like-minded volunteer groups that have a proven success rate in this field. To bring back some of the optimism and commitment that the public school system used to have. I would tackle this by listening to the concerns of parents/studentsteachers-counsellors and deal with them to the best of my ability.

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Investment Specialist Wealth Management An opportunity for a full-time Investment Specialist is available within our Wealth Management subsidiary. To meet the requirements of the position, you will have a passion for ďŹ nancial planning and helping customers with proven sales success in the ďŹ nancial services industry. For a full job description and educational requirements, please see Careers at www.ldcu.ca This position will commence as soon as possible. Salary is commensurate with experience. If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume outlining your qualiďŹ cations by 4:00 pm November 7, 2014 to: Kimberley Judson, CHRP Manager, HR & Communications Ladysmith & District Credit Union kjudson@ldcu.ca

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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE GARAGE SALES Ladysmith: Fall Sale - TOPS #2510. Sat Nov. 8, 10 - 2. Diamond Hall - 4968 Christie Rd. No admission, crafts, baking, white elephant, coffee & hotdogs.

APPLIANCES Maytag Washer/dryer, 2.5 yrs old, HE side by side (white), top load. Excellent cond. $500 obo. 250-924-3399 or 250210-0997.

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5 SPD drill press, $40. Professional 12â&#x20AC;? compound mitre saw, $150, all like new. 2 bike car rack, $50. 66gal ďŹ sh tank, w/all accessories, $150. 7.5â&#x20AC;&#x2122; ArtiďŹ cial Christmas tree, $40. Womens Ariat leather riding boots, sz 8.5, tall, slim calf, brand new, $200. Womens Alpine Star leather motorcycle boots, sz 8.5, leather Icon gloves, small leather jacket, all for $400. (778)269-2252. ARTIST DAVID WICK NEEDS STUDIO SPACE- I need to kick-start the sell of all remaining prints and noncurrent original artwork at my studio for greatly reduced prices to make wall space for my new fall series. All non-current original artwork & prints must go by October 15th. â&#x153;ąHereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your chance to say yes to a beautiful piece of art... it can transform your home and uplift your soul. Call 250-714-0932 for appointment & address. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT or call 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT. 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.

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DUNCAN: 5887 Stonehaven Drive. Perfect location, exceptional design, quality finishing, 2 bdrms+ den, 2.5 bath, open concept, oak floors, custom kitchen, s/s applâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, super-sized rec room, woodstove, covered deck, large RV space. Beautiful, new custom home with king-size value for only $364,500. (250)710-1947.

HARMONY ESTATES- 1851 Sandra Place, 4 bdrm, 2.5 baths Rancher. Lovingly updated with heated floors, new windows, new carpet, 6 fairly new appliances. Fenced yard boasts a workshop, storage unit, separate office/playhouse, RV parking. Wheelchair accessible. To View call Roz 250-701-5751.

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO Meicor Properties Chemainus: Lockwood Villa. Well kept bldg, 1 bdrm $650 incl heat & hot water, available now. N/S, 1 small pet welcome. 250-246-1033. www.meicorproperties.com Meicor Properties Ladysmith: 1 bdrm top floor ocean view $740/mo avail Nov 1st, 1 bdrm 3rd floor ocean view $720/mo avail Dec. 1st, 2 bdrm 4th flr $860/mo avail now. Includes heat & hot water, small pets OK. 250-9246966. www.meicorproperties.com

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

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CARS 1996 PONTIAC Grand Am, low mileage, excellent condition. 250-597-3089. 2004 PONTIAC Sunfire, silver. 4-door, automatic, power windows & locks, air cond., 103,000 km. $3000. Call (250)701-9111.

MOTORCYCLES 2008 HONDA Jazz Scooter with 900 Kmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Just like new. One owner. $2,400 OBO 250748-0927 RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

1990 CLASS B Motorhome 27 ft Ford 460 engine. Low mileage, 6 new tires, awning, microwave, 3 burner stove & oven, 3-way fridge, hot water tank, shower, trailer hitch, $12,000 OBO. 250-746-7419.

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MISCELLANEOUS FOR RENT Ladysmith: Two bedroom suite in private setting and convenient location. Hydro incl. N/S, N/P. #250-245-4638.

2000 GMC Savana Van. Automatic, 150,585 Km, A/C. Seats 15! $5,500.00 Call 250-2464684

MOBILE HOMES & PADS TIMBERLAND MOBILE Home Park; Seniorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pad site avail. $450/mo. (250)245-3647

HOMES FOR RENT 2008 FORD Ranger. 87,000 kmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, canopy, roof rack, tow pkg. $8000. US Skype No. 1760-660-4683. Or View at #409-2885 Boys Rd (2nd gate)

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MARINE BOATS 25â&#x20AC;&#x2122; CATALINA Quality Fixed keel sailboat. $10,200. Also, available 2 small out board, $320 each. Call (250)7435827.

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CHEMAINUS GARDEN CLUB MEETING - Tues, Nov 4 at 1 pm, Calvary Baptist Church, 3319 River Rd, Chemainus. Guest speaker Ward Yeager of Chemainus topiary fame discussing his art. Guests welcome. $2 drop-in fee or take a yearly membership. Come see what we are all about! For more info 250246-1207. CROFTON ART GROUP Annual Fall Show and Sale of unframed and matted art, art cards, jewelry and pottery, Sat, Nov. 8 from 10 am to 5 pm Crofton Senior's Centre, Joan Ave. next to ferry dock, refreshments LADYSMITH CAMERA CLUB - Explore and expand your photography with us. Tues, Oct 28, at 7 pm, in Hardwick Hall, High St at 3rd Ave in Ladysmith. Everyone welcome. Nonmembers $5 drop-in fee. LCC invites new members, novice to pro. www. LadysmithCameraClub. com LADYSMITH CAMERA CLUB - presents â&#x20AC;&#x153;Macro Masteryâ&#x20AC;?, a how-to, mustsee presentation on macro photography by Jurgen Schwerdt, well-known Nanaimo-based macro photographer. Tues, Oct 28 at 7 pm, in Hardwick Hall, High St at 3rd Ave in Ladysmith. Everyone welcome. Non-members $5 drop-in fee. LCC invites new members, novice to pro. www. LadysmithCameraClub.com LADYSMITH CAMERA CLUB - presents â&#x20AC;&#x153;Street Photographyâ&#x20AC;? with Vancouver-based street photographer and educator Evan Kreider, who will share his methods and techniques for obtaining stylish and evocative images of people, places and things. Tues, Nov 25, 7 pm, in Hardwick Hall, High St at 3rd Ave, Ladysmith. Everyone welcome. Nonmembers $5 drop-in fee. LCC invites new members, novice to pro. www. LadysmithCameraClub.com

On Going WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY SUPPORT GROUP - 3rd. Wed. of the month, 6:30 - 7:30 pm, Inn on Long Lake, 4700 North Island Hwy. Nanaimo. All welcome CHEMAINUS SKETCH GROUP - Painting and sketching group meet on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. New members welcome. 250 245 5810 BORN HEALTHY - a program for pregnant women and new moms. Check out â&#x20AC;&#x153;Born Healthy Ladysmithâ&#x20AC;? on Facebook or call Kate at 250245-3079 (the LRCA). Wednesdays from 10-1:30 with drop-in office hours for one-on-one on Mon and Tues from 10-1:30. LADYSMITH MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP Meets on the 1st & 3rd Friday of the month 1:30 pm basement of Ladysmith Resource Centre. LADYSMITH CELEÂBRAâ&#x20AC;&#x2039;TIONS SOCIETY Ladysmith Days. Ladysmith city hall, on 3rd Tuesday of every month, 7 pm 250-245-2263. www. ladysmithdays.com DAD'S GROUP - Drop In Breakfast - Program of the Ladysmith Resources Centre Association. 630 - 2nd Ave., Upper Floor, Saturdays, 10 - noon. 250-245-3079. ALZHEIMER/DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUP Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesdays. Call Jane Hope, Alzheimer Society of BC at 250-734-4170. COWICHAN VALLEY HOSPICE Emotional support for those facing a life threatening illness, family and friends and for those grieving the death of a loved one. 1-888-7014242. Group, telephone & individual support available. NORTH OYSTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY Engraved bricks fundraiser. Info call Bob Handel at 250-245-0919. LADYSMITH AND DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY - urgently requires volunteers as Museum hosts, also, the archives need interested people to assist with research etc. 250-2450100.

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LADYSMITH SALTAIR GARDEN CLUB - Every third Thursday 7 pm, St Johns Anglican Church, 314 Buller St. Garden meetings June, July, August. New members welcome. $15 membership. Join the "growing" group.

LINE DANCING Chemainus Seniors Drop In Centre. Tuesdays, 10 - 11 a.m. Jo Kelly: 250245-1185. AL-ANON Meets Tuesdays, 7:30 pm downstairs at Ladysmith Resource Centre Association. NARCOTICS ANONYOMOUS Meets Sundays, 7-8 pm Downstairs at Ladysmith Resource Centre Association. DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB Meets Tuesdays weekly, 1 pm. Beginners welcome. Town and Country Mobile Home Park. 250-245-4522. LADYSMITH LEGION LADIES AUXILIARY Meets 2nd Wednesdays monthly, 7 pm. NANAIMO-CEDAR FARMERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S INSTITUTE Cedar United Church Hall. 2nd Thursdays Oct. to June. Visitors welcome. Info: 250-722-3397. PROBUS CLUB OF LADYSMITH (for information see www. probus.org), meets every third Wed morning of the month at the new Seniors' Centre Hall, 2nd Ave. and Buller St. Doors 9.30. No mtg. in August. Call Rlob Johnson 250-245-5001 or Grant Bridgeman 250246-1496. LADYSMITH MEDITATION Drop in Wednesday nights, 7 pm., 281 Dogwood Drive. Meditation lessons, discussion & goodies.â&#x20AC;Ż Free. 250-245-4102. bjhiggs@shaw.ca LADYSMITH HEALTHCARE AUXILIARY GIFT SHOP is in need of volunteer clerks for our shop at the Healthcare Centre. We are also looking for knitters to contribute to our shops. For more information please call Cathy @ 250245-2240. LADYSMITH HEALTH CARE AUXILIARY New volunteers are welcome. Please pick up application form at the Thrift Store or phone 250245-5225.

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