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Gusting winds of up to 72 kilometres per hour hindered the Lake Cowichan Volunteer Fire Department’s efforts against the fire at 318 South Shore Rd. The fire started at the back of the Pilkington residence, known to many as the ‘Christmas House’ for their seasonal display every Christmas. The fire eventually destroyed house. The Pilkingtons and neighbours were offered shelter at the Cowichan Lake Arena lounge while fire crews fought the blaze.

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Rain and high winds tore through the Cowichan Lake area on Nov. 6, toppling trees and killing power for lake residents. Power returned to Lake Cowichan in the wee hours of

Friday morning, to Youbou in time for the work day, but lines remained down in Mesachie Lake and Honeymoon Bay as of midday Friday. “The wind storm caused a lot of issues for emergency services. With downed trees, came down power and/or phone lines requiring roads to be closed until the mess could be cleaned up. Police were busy with traffic control primarily during the storm and it’s aftermath,” reported Sgt. Wes Olsen, Detachment Commander of Lake Cowichan RCMP. The Lake Cowichan Fire Department was busy on Thursday due to the power outage. They dealt with a houseboat adrift, and were called simultaneously to deal

with downed power lines near Skutz Falls. Soon after they were called to two house fires, the one on South Shore Road at the Pilkington residence, which was assisted by Mesachie Lake Fire Department. The other fire was on Cowichan Lake Road. In the midst of Thursday’s chaos, the Field’s store was robbed and thieves stole cigarettes, lighters, chips and pop, taking advantage of the downed alarm system. A tree in the field of Lake Cowichan School fell, too, crushing the fence around the outdoor basketball court and distorting the fence along the road. The Hydro lines on South Shore Road between Lake

Cowichan and Mesachie Lake were still down midday Friday, stretched and broken by fallen trees. BC Hydro eventually restored power to residents Saturday. The community quickly rallied in support of those who lost their homes in the fire. Country Grocer hosted a hot dog sale to raise money that will go towards the homeowners of the home known as the “Christmas House.” By 4 p.m., though the fire was still burning, the fundraiser had collected over $200. If you would like to donate money to help the Pilkingtons, visit their fundraiser at http:// www.gofundme.com/gx8bg4.

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New waste bins for residents Aspen Gainer

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Starting in January, Lake Cowichan residents will be separating organic waste into a different receptacle for pick up. This separation of organic material from other household garbage is part of an initiative by the town to decrease tipping fees, which are charged by weight. According to the analyzed data, much of the weight of household garbage comes from organic waste, so the idea is to divert the organics from landfill and manage them a different way. The organics collection is a pilot program for Lake Cowichan, during which the amount of organics will be measured. Town staff will also analyze how well the pick-up system works and monitor the program as a whole for problems that need to be addressed.

Each single-family household will receive three bins: one 80-litre for non-organic household garbage, one 80-litre for organic waste, and one small bin for your kitchen. The organic waste will be collected weekly. The non-organics waste will be collected biweekly, because information from other municipalities with organic pick-up indicates that much of weekly household waste is organic, so you won’t produce much in the way of non-organic waste. Nagi Rizk, Superintendent, Public Works and Engineering, says that Lake Cowichan is one of the few towns that will also have multi-family bins for organic waste in areas like stratas. Despite the fact that Rizk thinks it will be a process of trial and error because they don’t have data from other municipalities to study, he is confident that residents and

staff of Lake Cowichan are ready to tackle this multifamily aspect at the same time. “We do things better in Lake Cowichan,” said Rizk. And indeed, this part of the program will put the town ahead of neighbouring municipalities like Duncan and North Cowichan who do not currently use multifamily organic waste bins. “We’re not sure how that’s going to work out but we’re going to try it,” said Rizk. In response to a query from one council member about pests getting into single- and multi-family bins, Rizk agreed that this was a concern that would need monitoring. Another part of the program is the new delivery truck, which has been in use for training already so that drivers are practiced and can perform pick-up starting in January with no problems. The town has decided to

approach the schools around town and get children to submit artwork which will be used to decorate the truck with a unique Lake Cowichan brand. An educational campaign complete with a package of information will be delivered to each home sometime near the end of this month. “The process will begin soon. We’re currently looking at the logistics of delivering the containers to each household,” said Joe Fernandez, Chief Administrative Officer of Lake Cowichan. The anticipated first pickup of organics and garbage is currently set for Jan.17, 2015. More information can be found by reading up on the North Cowichan organic waste disposal program here: http://www.northcowichan. ca/EN/main/departments/ utilities/curbside-collectionservice/organics.html.

Town eyes up Area F’s film plastic pilot project Aspen Gainer

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Area F’s film plastics pilot project is a topic of interest to council, who recently approached Area Director Ian Morrison to talk more about it. One questions asked was the final destination of the film plastics, grocery bags and other plastic waste that is how deposited at locations in Honeymoon Bay and Mesachie Lake. Council heard that the plastics that are picked up from the two locations are then baled and sent to Victoria for processing. Beyond that, the final destination is unknown. There is interest in the pilot program and how well it works. Council members mentioned complaints from residents that the lack of waste pick up is unacceptable. Residents are upset that they are responsible for dropping plastics at Bings Creek when they currently pay for waste management. In light of these concerns, the Public Works Committee expressed interest in creating their own film plastics program modelled after

the one in Area F, with the Sports Arena being brought up as a possible drop-off location. One councillor suggested the possibility of working in conjunction with surrounding communities as well. While the idea is still in infancy, the committee agreed that it is an important topic. “It’s not right that plastic and grocery bags make it into landfill,” said Joe Fernandez, Chief Adminstrative Officer for the Town of Lake Cowichan. One councillor made the final point that people can take plastic and glass to Bings Creek, but it is an inconvenience and puts the onus on the individual. There was discussion about possibly levying a bag deposit to dissuade use of plastic bags and encourage reuse, but the committee wasn’t satisfied. The councillor finished by saying that he thinks “curb side (pickup) is the answer, but how we get there, I don’t know.” The committee agreed to continue to research the possibility of a film plastics collection program and discuss it at the next meeting.

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Resident voices opinion after all candidates forum Dear Editor,

It was with dismay and perplexion that I heard comments about wasting money, lack of communication and transparency at the recent Municipal All Candidates meeting. Many believe that the projects completed so far with the assistance of grant money has been a waste. In the end it is still taxpayer money but is coming from another level of government. That statement may be true but that grant money is in an account to be used by cities/towns/ municipalities. Wouldn’t it be better to be used by our town as opposed to another? Comparing our town’s taxes with another and saying we pay more isn’t fair either when that town has an industrial base that we don’t. Whenever I have seen a council member I have always been able to ask questions and they have been forthwith. I have only attended a couple of council meetings but have also gone on their website and obtained previous minutes when I have wanted to see what has been going on. When I read the Gazette (and I admit I don’t always) I read the Mayor’s Report as well. If you really want some answers they are there it just sometimes takes a bit of time and patience. I showed up with my pad of paper, pen and a couple of questions. I didn’t ask them though as I just wanted some clariﬁcation from a couple of candidates in regards to their position. The meeting format didn’t allow that which was too bad. It also seemed to be entirely business based and although I recognize that the Chamber of Commerce put it on there seemed to be people wanting to talk about other issues besides what can be done to help promote businesses. I actually thought that this is something that the Chamber would be working with the council on. I walked away from that meeting

with no clear answers to my questions but I did walk away with a sense of pride. I’m not a negative nelly so it was with disheartening that I heard so much negativity from hopeful councillors. I do believe that this town is better than it was 5 years ago. I’m impressed that our current council was able to do so much without raising taxes too much. Taxes and levies are different. When you apply for a new job shouldn’t you research what that job entails? I heard answers that told me that some hadn’t done their homework. There are rights, responsibilities and powers at municipal levels that are different from provincial and federal levels. For some that kept saying they would like to look at the books and then learn the rules if elected; why not educate yourself now? The books are at the town ofﬁce. One candidate made a great point stating they would hit the ground running. I want someone ready to jump in and do the work, not wait for a year or so while they “learn the job”. Why would I bother to vote for them when there are members that know the job now? I found only one new councillor candidate that was honest with their opinions and answers. When they didn’t have enough information to provide an answer they admitted to that instead of spinning it against current councillors. This candidate actually stood up for them when others were trying to put a spin on situations. Now there’s a fresh positive perspective on politics and one that was sorely missing. One thing I do know is that this current mayor and council have done a great job so far and they should be proud of their accomplishments. I know I am. –Paula MacGregor Lake Cowichan

Former mayor shares his opinion

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After attending the recent Municipal All Candidates meeting I feel there were comments made by some candidates that require clarification. First of all with respect to the report claiming Lake Cowichan is in the best financial shape of any Municipality. The report actually covers the years 2000-2012. That period is primarily the years in office of the former council. In fact 9 of the 12 years covered have nothing to do with the current council. On the matter of a Town Hall. The Council of the day had looked at a number of options that included the feasibility of a building that would have had council chambers in the form of a small theatre along with the Kaatza Health unit and the Library. The template for this is the City Hall in Port Moody but on a much smaller scale. After rejecting the costs we felt there was still an

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opportunity to build a facility that would have included the Library, Kaatza Health unit as well as the basic Town Hall with a very simple council chambers. (Not the Theatre component). This would have provided two secure tenants to ﬁnance the facility. The reserve fund was created with this in mind. Seemed to make far more sense than the current Library building. It also would have begun the process of opening up the land along the river for more green space by getting rid of the old Town Hall/ Fire Hall. Also the talk about schools never included the fact that the Town had the chance previously to purchase the Boyd School and property at a fantastic price of approximately $750,000 which could have been the basis for the much talked about Seniors multi faceted care facility. Unfortunately there was a backlash from folks who thought that the town would still need 5 schools. The sad fact is the opportunity was lost and

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may never show up again. The idea of selling off the Ranger Station is the most despicable thing I have heard. This building was relocated, renovated and slated for use for people walking the trail and was to be a shared facility with the log building that the Chamber occupies. It can still be a viable and useful building with some very limited imagination. With its ties to the history of the community and it’s renovated condition it would be a travesty to see it sold off for no good reason. On a ﬁnal note I was very, very disappointed with the format of the meeting which did not allow near enough time for good questions from the ﬂoor. Chamber questions were poorly thought out. I would also suggest that all candidates, new and old need, to be better informed and NOT make comments taking information out of context. –Jack Peake Lake Cowichan

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Street Beat

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SAYS We asked:

Are you prepared for winter power outages and how do you get through them?

Marie Buyens “Oh yea. Start my wood stove like most of us, get some candles, pick up a book. We have tins of food and I make soups, stews to cook on the wood stove. I love a good storm because we are prepared. We’re going to have a nice time playing Monopoly and sipping on some beers.”

Jeff Martin “Depends on how long the outage is. We don’t have a generator, most people don’t. It would be nice to keep the refrigerator going, the most we will lose is some ice-cream. I might go for a run, work on the computer until the battery runs out.

Kim Ring “No not at all, when they happen we get the candles out immediately. We do a lot of reading or play games that don’t require energy, get the fire going, and that’s about it.”

Brian Greive “Yes, we have a generator but we will generally come in to Lake Cowichan or drive to Duncan for something to do.”

‘Taking credit for the sunshine means accepting blame for the rain,’ says Lake Cowichan resident Dear Editor, Much has been made of the Town’s ranking in the recent CFIB report on fiscal management. What hasn’t been highlighted is that because the reporting period ended in 2012 full implementation of current parcel taxes, recent labour settlements, and additional maintenance costs from grant projects were not included or that previous sewer spending obligations were paid off during this time making spending look artificially low. A major factor in the current favourable ranking is the deferral of needed spending on long-term infrastructure, namely water, sewer, and yes, some type of Town Hall upgrade. In short, the report shows only what was spent, not what it was (or should have been) spent on, nor how efficiently it was spent. As with a

household, spending is about choices. Councillor Hornbrook noted that addressing aging infrastructure and deferred maintenance will require significant expenditures requiring hard choices between services and increased taxes in the not too distant future. How will we address this coming rainstorm? We have heard we have no debt, but there is debt on the Fire hall and related equipment? Debt isn’t bad in itself but we should acknowledge it before spending more. Grants can provide an excellent opportunity to provide amenities at lower cost if utilized prudently, but like any sale flyer the lure of free money can be tempting until the credit card bill comes and you can’t afford the basics. Lots of things are nice to have but they all cost money and we need to ask if we really need them. Giving in to the temptation to buy more than is needed

because of a discount defeats the initial advantage. Such “partnerships” as they have been described are not as free as they seem or as we have been told when all the bills and increased operating costs are considered. While the initial costs may look small per household, they add up, are often ongoing, and increase over time. Amenities are nice but painting the front door shouldn’t be the top priority when the roof and pipes are leaking. Pushing things off into the future just creates the inevitable cash crunch (just ask BC Ferries). As we have seen, cost sharing based on initial estimates does us no good when costs come in higher and the Town has to absorb all the increase and finish the project under future years’ budgets to maintain the appearance of staying on budget, squeezing out other needed spending. Budgets are only

Thanks for your donations This community is amazing. We recently rented a table at the 50 Plus Activity Centre Bazaar, to raise money in the memory of Sue Brown. We sold some of

her belongings and raised over $300 for Hospice due to the generosity of area residents. How great is that?! –Penny Repesse and Ann Parr

meaningful if you keep within them. I believe we need some form of Town Hall upgrade and applaud various councils for setting money aside; however, this is not the same as approval to proceed. What confidence can we have in a $1.2 or $1 million estimate if it is not certain if such a major renovation can be done on the site? As seen with the town square and other projects, estimates are often wrong and not in a good way. Would it not have been prudent to bring an expenditure of this size forward on the ballot for approval in combination with water and sewer upgrades to provide a more complete picture of our situation? This would have been a good demonstration of the communication and collaboration we hear about. In addition to trying to attract tourists and new businesses we should market our

Thanks for the laughs Kudos to Bill at the Building Centre, who has made us laugh for years with his slogans and mottos which

he shares on his billboard. You have made a lot of hazy mornings bright! –Penny Repesse

Tracy Grubb “Maybe, kinda. We have a camping stove and food in the house. What I like to do (during the outage) is just sleep or cuddle.

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community’s relative affordability to attract new residents to broaden the tax base and generate customers for our local merchants. Keeping taxes low by keeping spending in check is a part of this and while not as glamorous as cutting ribbons, this is really what a Town Council can control and should focus on. The Mayor and some members of Council have become all too comfortable spending on the “nice to haves” and it is time for a change so we can put the credit card away until we need an umbrella. –Dave Allen, Lake Cowichan

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Working together is the key. Be sure to VOTE on November 12or 12 or 15 Thank you for your support. Ted Gamble

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Named ‘The Last Spike,’ it was located next to Saywell Park. The project planner was Victoria businessman Ron Girard. The restaurant was built then later named The Rail’s End, which was changed some years later to The Trail’s End after the nearby Trans-Canada Trail. Today the restaurant is known as Jakes at the Lake. Joe Mrvic and Art Howe, Lake Cowichan’s two oldest citizens in 1990 both turned 90 that year. Mrvic was quick to point out to anyone who would listen that it was he who was the oldest, not Howe. A spokesman for the Logger Hut Restaurant announced they were considering building a second story onto their building to accommodate a neighbourhood pub in addition to the restaurant. (Anyone remember if this ever happened?) In March of 1990 the house of long-time local 100 Houses resident Dorothy Clode burned down. Not long afterward the Lake Cowichan United Church went up in flames. (Note: The church and the residence were both rebuilt on their previous sites.) It was also the year that the Lake Cowichan Credit Union celebrated its 40th anniversary. The Village office announced that more houses would be built in the village that year than for many years past. In April “a group of six people in the Skutz Falls area announced that they have formed an organization known as HARVEST, which will recycle garbage.” It was the first in the Cowichan Valley. The Toronto Dominion bank (as it was then called) announced the

upcoming installation of a bank machine at the local branch. (NOTE: The bank later moved from Lake Cowichan to Duncan with several long-time staff members either moving with the bank or retiring). During the month of May, local RCMP reported seizing “135 immature marijuana plants from the nearby woods (forest) after a tip from a citizen.” The local ambulance unit acquired a 4-wheel drive ambulance which made access easier when reaching people in difficult places. Mayor Don Gordon unveiled a plaque, set in a local park, honouring pioneers of the area. Local businessmen complained to Council that their business taxes had increased by up to 600% since 1985. The police laid 20 charges, ranging from liquor offences, impaired driving, the Narcotics Act, assault, theft and creating a disturbance during the Victoria Day holiday weekend in May. Sod was turned on the property in which the new Cowichan Lake Seniors Centre would be built. (The centre opened May 15, 1991.) Described as “Lake Cowichan teenage swimming sensation,” Leanne Wilkinson was then swimming in women’s events rather than juvenile events and had placed second in the consolidations in the Canadian Summer Nationals held in Toronto. Swimming with a Victoria swim team, she hoped to compete in the 1992 Olympics and the 1994 Commonwealth Games. (Source: Lake News, January 12, 1992 issue.)

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New speed board for town Aspen Gainer

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The town showed off a new speed board at the recent Public Works meeting. The board, which will read and display drivers’ speed on a digital sign, is mobile and solar powered. The

high tech gadget can collect and provide all sorts of information, like vehicle speed, direction, time of day, and more. The board has a sensor to collect information located in the number display area. The reader will not, however,

collect license plate numbers; it is not a photo radar unit. However, even when the board is black and not displaying speed, it is still collecting car data. The intention is to collect and compile data that will allow town staff to know how many vehicles

passed the sign at what speed at a given time of day. One suggestion is that this data could be used to compare vehicle numbers in the summer versus the winter. The sign will be moved to various locations around town.

Residential water consumption down in the past three years Photo Aspen Gainer

The new speed board is solar powered and has a sensor on the display board that can read the speed of cars travelling within range. The board can also detect date and time. This traffic data can be compiled by software that came with the board to illustrate how many cars passed by at what time of day on what date. Town staff say the board will not collect personal data such as license plate numbers.

Joanne deLure, Candidate for School Trustee District #79 I am part of ‘Students First’ We are a team– not clones. WE ARE NOT A VOTING BLOCK!!! We will be voting independently on all the issues. The primary objective of our shared values and beliefs is that students should come first. This means we want success for every student and the focus is for students - to attain the best education possible for all. We have to focus on the future. I have committed to my friends and family in the Lake Cowichan Area - to be YOUR voice on the School District #79 Board of Trustees. I WANT TO FOCUS ON THE FUTURE AND PUT STUDENTS FIRST Please support me on November 15 and support our team with your vote. Authorized by Dorothy Alexander Financial Agent -alexanderco@shaw.ca

Aspen Gainer

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At the last Public Works Committee meeting on Nov. 4, water consumption was first on the agenda for discussion. With the newly installed Smart Metres, water consumption can be more accurately measured. According to Nagi Rizk, Superintendent of Public Works and Engineering, water consumption in Lake Cowichan is declining. “Over the past three years, we’ve been dropping consistently,” said Rizk.

Normal water consumption for October runs at an average of about 1700 cubic metres per day for the town. Current town water consumption is at about 1500 cubic metres, below average. As the town hits winter, this average is expected to drop even more, to about 750 cubic metres per day. There was follow up discussion about the fact that “not all of the commercial hookups are metred yet.” Council questioned this detail, asking why they aren’t metred, and Rizk explained that it has to do with complications

with some of the buildings and their water hookups. “Those are the ones we’ll target next year,” said Rizk. But he made it clear that it was an issue that is wellknown and is currently being monitored, and will remain on the radar of the Public Works Committee in 2015. The Nov. 4 session was the last Public Works meeting held with the current council. The next meeting happens Dec. 9. Council meetings take place every Tuesday evening at Town Hall and are open to the public.

Overgrown shrubs are blocking sidewalks Aspen Gainer

Lake CowiChan Gazette

Town staff have recently heard complaints about overgrown shrubbery around town. At the recent Public Works Committee meeting on Nov. 4, there was some discussion of a photo posted on Facebook that shows a woman sitting on a mobility aid, trimming overgrown shrubs because she could not

pass. The committee discussed the issue and the point was raised that while they are aware of the problem, there seems to be a lack of response from property owners who have received notice that their shrubs are overgrown. One committee member mentioned that “it’s a slow process. People have all kinds of reasons for not wanting to do it, so they don’t do it,” referring to proper

care of greenery. Shrubs block sidewalks and make it difficult for townspeople to manoeuvre on quiet and busy roadways. Committee members cited examples where they’ve had the same kind of problems getting by bushes. The committee discussed the fact that the soft approach isn’t working, meaning that the letters asking shrubs to be trimmed get no reply. Joe Fernandez, Chief

Administrative Officer for Lake Cowichan mentioned that the next step in due process is to begin issuing warning letters to erring properties, and the idea to put out quarterly reminders on social media was brought up as well. If you have overgrown shrubs that impede public walks and roadways, please address the issue and help out your fellow townspeople.

How to Improve Life for Rural Canadians Canada Post became a Crown Corporation to improve network services. The Canadian Postmasters and Assistants Association (CPAA) wants to ensure this multi-billion dollar public network remains viable and able to serve the public. We have found a way to make this sustainable. A recent study shows that nearly half of post offices outside of Canada’s big cities are in communities with no bank or credit union. In those communities that still have a bank or a credit union, many residents have to contend with limited, part-time banking hours. Our survey of Canada’s 3,300 rural post offices: “Why Post Offices should offer banking services” is available for free download at: http://bit.ly/1r8U3fj. Offering financial services in post offices would create a new revenue stream for Canada Post. Equally important, it would benefit numerous communities in Canada whose residents, in order to get to a bank or credit union, are forced to travel long distances. That costs time and money and stifles economic development. Many other countries similar to Canada, such as the United Kingdom, France, Switzerland, Japan, Italy and New Zealand, have very successful banking services right in their post offices. We, at CPAA, believe that our study is significant because of the value of this public asset. Canada Post is uniquely positioned to offer financial services throughout rural Canada. When Canada Post can make more money and offer more services to Canadians who need them, we have a perfect opportunity. Let’s not lose it. Please Support Rural Canada. Write to Lisa Raitt, the Minister in charge of Canada Post, and ask her to make this happen. Her letter of suggestion can be found at: http://bit.ly/1pxhMVZ. CPAA represents over 8,700 employees of Canada Post who work in over 3,300 rural post offices across Canada. These offices make up over 50% of all postal outlets. Our membership, consisting of 95% women, serves communities in every province.

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Photo Aspen Gainer

More damage from last week’s storm that included heavy winds. These trees came down on the field of LCS, crushing the fence around the basketball court and distorting the fence between the school field and South Shore Road. Crews worked all through the weekend to restore phone lines and power to residents around the lake. Luckily no one was hurt when these large trees blew down on the school field.

‘A Dickens Christmas Carol: A Traveling Travesty in Two Tumultuous Acts’ Kaatza Lakeside Players Society is thrilled to announce our Fall production of ‘A Dickens Christmas Carol: A Traveling Travesty in Two Tumultuous Acts’ by Mark Landon Smith and directed by Barbara Simkins.

‘From the bonny shores of England comes the Styckes-Upon-Thump Repertory Theatre Company, a stuffy old traveling troupe embarking on their fifteenth annual farewell tour of the Dickens’ tale. As with all

theatre companies, the drama backstage often exceeds that which the audience sees. When the fading diva throws a hissy fit and locks herself in her dressing room, mayhem ensues as this professional company scrambles to

keep the show going and everything that could possibly go wrong does, to hilarious, ridiculous results!’ The play runs at the Centennial Hall in Lake Cowichan from November 18th through November

23, with five evening performances and two matinées on the weekend. Tickets are available at Footwear Centre, 42 South Shore Road, and are priced at $18 for adults, $15 for seniors/members/youth, and $5 for under 12. Doors open

at 12:45 and the curtain goes up at 1:30 pm for the matinées and 6:15 and 7 pm for the evening shows. –submitted by andrew Paterson Kaatza Lakeside Players society

Share photos of your creative talent with Kaatza Art group If there is one statement which I have been hearing since I arrived on the shores of Lake Cowichan it is , “I would love to be able to paint but I don’t have the talent.” To me this is the same as saying, “I can’t breathe because nobody told me how.” Chances are you won’t become a world famous painter (but that is not out of the line of possibility) but there is no reason that you can’t learn to enjoy creating and receive great satisfaction from the process. There is a strong belief that the element which makes us

human is also the element which allows us to create – whether it be music, song, dance, writing, acting, painting, pottery, jewelry, calligraphy, printmaking, woodwork, sculpture, carving….. you name it. All these endeavours are forms of creation as soon as you make a change and produce something that is one of a kind. If this is a part of being human it only stands to reason that painting is an innate part of each of us and it only takes some dedication to make it a reality instead of a wish. Another reason I find this an

unacceptable statement is that the Cowichan Valley probably has more creative people as a percentage of population than any other community to which I have been exposed. The difference is that most of these creative types are quietly working in their own homes and not actively showing their work. That is a shame. But it is a reality that can be changed. Start that change today. Pick the favourite of your creations and send me a picture. There is no judgement, there are no limits.

If you want to show me how you transformed your yard , your first painting that was kept, a special box you made which you lovingly touch as you walk past or a special gift for a new grandchild – all are acceptable. The only criteria is that you made it and it wasn’t an exact replica of a commercial pattern. I know there are people in town who make large pieces of furniture as well as those who use a lathe and turn delicious decorative pieces. There are likely more artists then we can imagine – but it

would be nice to know. So regardless of your idea of creation or when you did your ‘masterpiece’, let us have a look at it. I’d like to see how many of my neighbours support some type of creative spirit. The email address is loretta@ puckrin.com. Please put the word “Creative” in the subject line so your submission doesn’t get lost. Looking forward to hearing from each of you. –submitted by Loretta Puckrin, President Kaatza art Group

The ‘Broadway musical for adults’ is irreverently witty and not for kids

Peter Rusland

CowiChan news Leader

Avenue Q sits across the tracks from Sesame Street in Arts Club Theatre Company’s city of puppet reality visiting the Cowichan Theatre Wednesday. Subtitled The Broadway Musical For Adults, its seven-member cast uses puppet characters to probe the purpose of life. “We see that not everyone’s dreams come true, how life is tough, and how no one has all the answers,” said actorpuppeteer Nick Fontaine. Grit from the daily grind is hinted at in Q’s warning about ‘Full puppet nudity

and other vulgarities.’ That note is tempered by the promise Q ‘will induce laughter.’ “But this ain’t a kids’ show,” Fontaine bluntly explained. “It’s about real people and issues real people face. It’s totally off the wall — you’ll laugh until you cry, but it has some beautiful moments too. “It’s about what it is to be human, and finding yourself in a big, ugly, scary world that doesn’t always tell you the answers.” Still, use of seemingly comical puppets softens reality’s glare. “Puppets are a kind of proxy allowing us to go

places we couldn’t usually go: talking about sex, racism, the class divide, gender equality — these puppets lend a magic to tackle these issues in a way that’s more palatable.” Q’s dozen characters are “essentially muppets, but aren’t called that because our show’s not authorized in any way by the Jim Henson company,” stressed Fontaine.” The plot pivots on folks living on Avenue Q “a play on New York City’s Alphabet City.” “Avenue Q would be a funky ghetto where people are trying to find their purpose in life.” Residents include college-grad Priceton

(Jeremy Crittenden); his love interest, Kate Monster (Kyla Dunbar) “who wants to open a school for monsters”; wannbecomic Brian (Andy Toth); his highly educated wife, Christmas Eve (Selina Wong-Parrotta); investment banker Rod (Crittenden); and Nicki (Fontaine). Fontaine also portrays Trekkie Monster, “a shutin who stays on the net all day looking at porn.” The trick for Q’s actors is juggling near-life size puppet characters. “Instead of changing costumes we change puppets; you change your whole body, voice and character,” he said. “It’s

amazing and really cool.” Tony Award judges agreed, giving the Broadway production by Robert Lopez, Jeff Marx, and Jeff Whitty its 2004 Best Musical honours. Q is a dream gig for Cortez Island product Fontane, 30. He studied portions of the dramaticcomedy in college before working with the Arts Club troupe. “Some actors have done it many times before. I jumped in and learned the show brand new. Together, we’ll do about 80 performances,” he said of Q’s Cowichan debut. “There’s just not a lot of musicals like it. The lyrics and book make it one

of the stronger pieces of musical theatre you’ll find, period,” he stated of the moral-laced plot. “At the end of the day, the most important thing is you have your friends and loved ones — and nothing that’s going bad is permanent. “Avenue Q’s a statement on modern life; maybe you make it, maybe you don’t.” What: Avenue Q: A Broadway Musical For Adults When: Nov. 12, 7:30 p.m. Where: Cowichan Theatre Tickets: $38. Parental guidance. Call 250-7487529.

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Cowichan school board candidate Amrik Prihar would have turned 68 on election day, this Saturday. Instead, his family will hold services Nov. 15 at New Life Baptist Church for the energetic Duncan educator who died suddenly Thursday of unspecified causes. “It’s really tragic; my father was a healthy guy and couldn’t stand retirement,” son Malik, a chiropractor, said of his dad who become a Cowichan trustee in 2011 after teaching some 30 years

in B.C. Prihar lost his trustee post when School Board 79 was dissolved by Victoria for submitting a deficit budget he did not support. But Prihar was looking forward to being re-elected and guiding valley students to a bright future, Malik said. “He’s an educator who wanted to see some changes. “He really wanted to get back in there. The only thing he cared about was community service; he was all about young people educating themselves as much as possible.”

India-born Prihar, who had a masters degree in English and once worked at the Doman mill, was also involved with the Cowichan Intercultural Society, and other local groups. He helped draft B.C.’s provincial English exam, and helped design B.C.’s English curriculum, Malik explained. “His goal was that every kid go to post-secondary school and prepare themselves for a bright future; that was his legacy.” Prihar taught at elementary and secondary levels for 30 years in B.C.’s public schools in Sooke, Victoria, Duncan,

Lake Cowichan, and Nanaimo. He earned Teaching Excellence awards at the provincial and national levels, and consulted for the Ministry of Education, and the British Columbia Teachers’ Federation. Prihar served on the board of directors for the Literacy Now Cowichan Society, and worked with UVic’s Faculty of Education in its teacher training program. Saturday’s service begins at 11 a.m. The Prihar family requests donations to the Literacy Now campaign in lieu of flowers.

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Potential debate topics smouldered but were left on the backburner during a recent public meeting of Cowichan School District 79 board of trustee candidates at Cowichan Secondary School’s Quamichan Campus. The format did not allow for questions to be taken from the public or any debate between candidates. Each of the 17 candidates provided what amounted to a verbal resume of their backgrounds, answered a predetermined question and summarized why people should vote for them. All were kept on a short leash to comply with tight time limits. Despite some hot-button issues surrounding the school district such as the firing of the previous board that led to the appointment of Mike McKay as official trustee for the last two years, a crowd of less than 100 people attended the forum — many of them family members of the candidates. Ellen Oxman was part of that fired board

for not complying with the provincial government’s budget stipulations. She states on her website she will support a balanced budget, but wanted to stir the pot about her reasons for voting for an unbalanced budget previously but obviously realized it wasn’t the time or the place. She did say, however, that “we went everywhere we could to meet with the community’’ and “we committed to putting forward a needs budget.’’ Oxman is aligned with Deb Foster, Kayla Barrett and Connie Buckner in their campaigns under the banner “Your Voice For Cowichan Public Schools.” There’s also a group of seven, running under a “Students First” banner, that consists of Keith Chicquen, Rob Hutchins, Barb de Groot, Candace Spilsbury, Joe Thorne, Cathy Schmidt and Joanne de Lure. The other candidates running as independents are: Dana Arthurs, Amy Matamba, Roger Chin, Randy Doman and Elizabeth Croft. “I’m looking forward to working on solutions

with whatever team the public votes for,’’ said Matamba. The 10 candidates outside the Students First campaigners all vowed to put kids first in their decisionmaking as well. Even though there was no opportunity for candidates to challenge statements made by the others, some sneers were visible around the table and a few potshots exchanged. “I would not like to see a board of seven people who think exactly the same way,’’ said Oxman. “We selected a group of people with a diverse skill set but are also independent thinkers,’’ Chicquen pointed out. “We are a group of individuals from different backgrounds and beliefs, who have come together because we have the same values and objectives for School District 79,’’ explained de Lure. “I joined the Students First team to respect the B.C. Schools Act and pass a balanced budget,’’ said Hutchins. To balance or not to balance the budget was a question that still resonated with other candidates.

“I do not support submitting a deficit budget for all sorts of reasons,’’ said Spilsbury. “We, as a board, cannot be effective if we are fired.’’ “As a trustee, I will work hard to focus all the available dollars we can to go into the classroom,’’ said Doman. “I’m not content to balance budgets at the expense of students,’’ said Buckner. “We need to be fiscally responsible, working hard to balance the budget,’’ said de Lure. “It is poor management to budget for more money going out than you have coming in.’’ Another idea raised around the table dealt with amalgamating school districts, with Foster voicing her opinion. “I say ‘no’ to amalgamation with Nanaimo School District,’’ she said, citing the amalgamation with the Lake Cowichan district many years go as an example where some areas were left out of important decisionmaking. The idea of Ladysmith leaving the Nanaimo district to join Cowichan is

one of Hutchins’ pet projects. Ladysmith residents are angry over recent school closures there and a perception they are neglected by Nanaimo. Hutchins states the shift will also better align the school district with the regional district. All the candidates bring a wealth of experience in education — be it teaching backgrounds or administration, special needs, arts, previous trustee service, work with parent advisory committees and more — but did not provide much in the way of specifics, if elected, although a few ideas were presented. Oxman suggested moving open board meetings back to 6:30 p.m. to give more working parents the chance to attend. None of the candidates downplayed the difficult task that lies ahead for the district to get back on track after the last two years and all vowed to work hard. “Being a member of a board is not easy and there are a lot of challenges in this district,’’ said Schmidt. “With problems, come solutions.’’

Museum announces International Woodworkers archive acquisition A memorandum of agreement was signed with the United Steel Workers, who protected the International Woodworkers of America (IWA) documents and photographs since the amalgamation of IWA Canada and the USW. The archive arrived by truck at the Museum in Lake Cowichan last week. The award winning Kaatza Station Museum is a natural fit for this incredibly important trade union

archive. The museum contains displays, photographs, murals and archives pertaining to logging, lumbering, railways, mining, as well as pioneer life. The first organized logging operation in B.C. was Lake Logging in 1934 under the banner of the Lumber Workers Industrial Union, the precursor of the IWA. This developed connections between the

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Keith White, of Eldred Road, lost his Honda Accord when one of his neighbour’s fir trees toppled in the strong wind gusts of last Thursday’s storm. White said the car is totaled, but the single father of two remained upbeat, saying it could have been worse. No one was hurt when the tree fell, and he has another vehicle.

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Another unlucky resident of Lake Cowichan, Keith White, lost his Honda Accord when the wind blew his neighbour’s tree down on

his car. “I was standing at the window watching the wind blow when I heard the tree fall,” said White. The fir tree clipped the edge of his house but only damaged the flashing, and then smashed the front of his Honda Accord.

“It was scary. I came out to look at the tree but then I heard the wind again and went back inside.” The single father of two children was upbeat, though, and said it could have been worse, and the Honda wasn’t his only car. “I have a minivan, too. Luckily it

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Zoning issues came up in a recent town hall meeting. A public forum was held on Oct. 28 to discuss the re-zoning of two properties from R-1 to C-1. The first property is Reindeer’s Natural Plant Foods, a business that runs out of Stuart Schuitema’s home at #7 North Shore Road. Schuitema applied for rezoning of his property from residential to commercial so that he could expand the activities on his property as well as possibly open up a storefront. “Right now we don’t sell to the public and we’d like to open it up. We don’t provide any harm to the public; they’re all organic plants foods,” said Schuitema. Schuitema’s neighbours aren’t too happy about the prospect. Scott Lockner and Bruce Smith live adjacent to Schuitema’s property. Relations between the neighbours have apparently deteriorated over the years due to the business performing activities that Lockner and Smith have

complaint with. Smith believes that activities performed by Schuitema’s business fall under industrial zoning. “Approximately three years ago when Mr. Schuitema erected his warehouse, we were friends and we were fine with it just as long as it was confined to the building,” said Smith. According to the two, since then the noise and road blockage from the plant food business has increased and they also believe that the plant food has increased the rat population. “We find dead rat carcasses in our backyard, apparently poisoned, putting our own dog and cat at risk,” said Smith. Schuitema had little to say to the accusations raised by his neighbours, simply stating his case of application to Council for rezoning, and mentioning that he had been in business for 14 years at the same property. Smith also stated that they submitted the complaint in 2013 to Joe Fernandez, Chief Administrative Officer of Lake Cowichan.

“Since our initial complaint unfolded on March 7, 2013, sent to Mr. Fernandez, we were told to retain counsel to interpret the bylaws and then denied access to the bylaw officer.” Smith and Lockner then submitted their report to the ombudsman’s office in March 2014. “After their investigation, the Town conceded it had not done a full investigation. Finally the bylaw officer was permitted to approach us and our neighbours to look into the matter about two months ago.” Both parties stated their case to Council as part of the normal process of applying for re-zoning. The council will now review the notes from the public hearing, do any personal research they would like on the topic, and then make a decision for or against the application on Nov. 25. The other property applying for re-zoning was an individual who hopes to get permission to perform mechanics work from his shop. There were no complaints with his application.

was out of the way.” White said he called the insurance company and would wait and see what they said about the car. “It’ll make good firewood,” White said of the tree. He and his neighbour had already talked about

the problem and planned to chop it up. Keith White and his children visited Country Grocer and bought hot dogs to help out the Pilkingtons. Country Grocer also accepted clothing donations for the Pilkingtons.

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At a council meeting last month Dalton Smith, manager of Lakeview Park, brought the Lakeview washrooms to the attention of the council. Another councillor had questioned a budget item allotted for new washrooms which hadn’t been built yet, and Smith addressed this topic. The washrooms couldn’t be addressed until the budget item was approved, and then it was the beginning of camping season, which would have been a bad time to do construction on the washrooms. “Now we can do that, says Smith, “starting Nov. 1, perhaps with somebody inhouse.” “It has been brought to our attention that one way to improve that washroom would be to create a gender-neutral washroom,” says Smith. The idea is that the facility could

be used by those with special needs who or families with small children who need assistance in the washroom. The proposed plan would put the new, more private washroom at the back of the building with a walkway to it. “I think what we’d like to do is tackle the women’s washroom this year, create that new gender-neutral one, and then we look at making bigger improvements to that washroom next year for the campsite,” says Smith. This immediate upgrade could be a good thing for the park. “It may improve our accessibility to other users who want to come to the park but can’t because they’re embarrassed to go to the washrooms,” says Smith. More on the issue, such as exact dates of renovation and who will do it, has not yet been discussed at Council meetings.

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The fire that burned down the Pilkington family home known as the Christmas House in Lake Cowichan last week also lit a bonfire of community spirit. Facebook, especially the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s page â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Cowichan Lake Communities Grapevine,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; was busy late last week and on the weekend with donation requests and people sending their condolences. Facebook discussions on how to help the family began the afternoon of Nov. 6, with people posting how much they wanted to help the family who has brought so much joy to the community. Danielle Sirup posted â&#x20AC;&#x153;What we should do when the time comes, they were HUGE on Xmas decorating... This year their home should be decked out by the good people of Lake Cowichan!! They put smiles on everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s faces this time of year, PAY IT

FORWARD!!!â&#x20AC;? the Christmas House for so Jenifer Cadieux, many generations,â&#x20AC;? posted whose mother, father and Cathy Wagner on Friday. grandmother owned the As well, Tamara house, started an online MacDonald described fundraiser for financial through Facebook how donations at http://www. people could help with gofundme.com/gx8bg4 physical donations. where â&#x20AC;&#x153;Clothing people can donations (and donate household money to items) can help the be brought family in to Country need. Grocer who Donationhas graciously related posts set up a began early bin. Bigger Nov. 7. furniture â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hey donations everyone, will accepted I am going at Neisers to try to mini-storage organize a after Monday,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Jenifer Cadieux fundraiser read one of for Eileen MacDonaldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and her Facebook family, posts. if you would like to help An account for monetary please msg meâ&#x20AC;Śletâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s show donations has also been her how much love the set up at Island Savings people of Lake Cowichan and those who wish to has for the woman behind donate can do so to account

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The inside back: A little of this and that • Listen to some local swing: The first Music in the Lake Winter Nights with the Cowichan Swing

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Open fOr business–The new Co-op was up and running this weekend and residents

were already at the store gassing up despite minor finishing touches that still need to be done. The Co-op replaces the Esso on South Shore Road.

Band will be held on Saturday, Nov. 22 at The 50 Plus Activity Centre at 55 Coronation Street. Entry fee at the door is $5 each (no pre-sale); doors open at 6:30 p.m. All ages welcome; snacks on sale and possibly a 50/50 draw. The music starts at 7 p.m. and finishes around 8:30 p.m. Listen or boogy to this great local band. • Theft of firewood: Lake Cowichan RCMP are investigating the theft of firewood from in front of a residence in Honeymoon Bay. Sometime during the night of Oct. 31, 2014, unknown person(s) took approximately 3/4 of a cord of firewood which had been piled in front of a residence. • Stolen Vehicle: Sometime during the night of Oct. 31, 2014, a Honda Civic was taken from Honeymoon Bay. The vehicle was located by police a short time later parked on a nearby logging road. There was no apparent damage to the vehicle however various personal items were taken from the car. It is unknown if these two incidents are related. Anyone with information regarding these thefts is asked to contact Lake Cowichan RCMP at 250-749-6668 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. • Nov. 12: Advance voting–Centennial Hall from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. • Nov. 15: Election Day–Vote for mayoral and councillor candidates. Your ballot will also ask if you are for or against the Sportsplex. The voting will be held at Centennial Hall from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Register to vote before or on Election Day. • Nov. 15: The Grand Seduction screens at Honeymoon Bay Hall. The Honeymoon Bay Community society is pleased to present the movie. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., movie starts at 7 p.m. Free admission, concession is ‘everything for $1.’ • Nov. 20: Creating Healthy Soil for Organic Gardening runs on a Thursday at Cowichan Lake Sports Arena. Workshop 10 to 11 a.m.,work party 11:30 to 1:30 p.m. behind the ball field. Workshop will focus on ‘lasagna mulching.’ Put on by Cowichan Green Community and Cowichan Lake Recreation. • Nov. 22: Honeymoon Bay Christmas Craft Fair–10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Honeymoon Bay Hall. Concession available. Turkey shoots. Vendors wanted. Call Guy at 250-749-4700. • Nov. 29: Christmas Craft Fair–runs Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Youbou Community Hall. Rent a table for $15 and display your crafty Christmas wares.

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