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The Christmas season officially began in Courtenay over the weekend, with the annual Moonlight and Magic event, culminating in the Christmas parade and, ultimately, Santa’s arrival in the Comox Valley.
Comox Valley Métis community continues to grow Record Staff
From learning how to carve a paddle to creating miniature button blankets, Catherine Turner and Bryce Mercredi hope resources in the Comox Valley community will strengthen the growing Métis community in the region. The duo are part of the Miki’siw Métis Association,
an organization created in 2004 which focuses on building resources for individuals and families of Métis descent on northern Vancouver Island. Mercredi, who is the president of the association, said there are 36 self-governing communities within the province, with citizenship processed by the Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC). The local association now has
A legal dispute between the regional district and an Area B resident who lives in a trailer on property zoned Rural ALR has been adjourned for four months. The zoning prohibits John Reiter from occupying the trailer longer than 60 days in a 12-month period, but the 63-year-old claims the time limit is only enforced when there is a complaint. Last year, the CVRD board voted to proceed with legal action against Reiter in an effort to obtain compliance. There have so far been two hearings in Supreme Court. Reiter, who lives on Farmview Road off Dyke Road, had his day in court Nov. 7. “He (Justice Kent) told the regional district openly that he’s not happy with this,” said Reiter, noting the district had no reply when asked what harm he is doing. Kent asked if Reiter felt a change in governance would make a difference. “And I said, ‘Yes.’ I said, ‘These
320 members, and with more than 67,000 self-identified Métis in B.C., Mercredi added the organization serves a variety of roles in the Valley. They are part of the Aboriginal Education Council ceremony in conjunction with School District 71 and there are resources for those who have recently discovered their Métis heritage.
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decisions made in back rooms on limited information without fair representation, they’re very easy to make’.” Rod Nichol — the new Area B director who defeated Jim Gillis in the Nov. 15 election — has said he sides with Reiter. According to Reiter, Kent said he would put the matter in “his personal court” when the case comes back before him. “In four months he will be the sitting judge, there will not be a change in judge,” Reiter said. “If he looks at local policy, that will send ramifications through every court, every town in B.C.” Reiter feels the CVRD has lacked oversight and acted with impunity. Derald Lewis, manager of bylaw compliance and special investigations, feels the district has exercised leniency by allowing residents to live 60 days in a trailer. “My argument was that they’re not following their own policies,” Reiter said, noting Kent did not say in whose favour he would rule. “It’s very plain he didn’t want to go inside the doors of local government. He’s giving us an opportunity with new governance to let this go away, and drop it.”
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John Reiter has been in an ongoing legal battle with the regional district regarding his living accommodations on his own land. The CVRD says he is not allowed to live in a trailer. PHOTO BY SCOTT STANFIELD
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Youth shift emerging at grassroots level of politics The Next Generation of Political Leaders: Following the results of the recent municipal election, reporter Erin Haluschak examines the shift of youth in local politics and the perspectives, challenges and ideas they will bring to their respective council tables. Erin Haluschak Record Staff
Joe Clark did it at age 33. Justin Trudeau did it at 36. Courtenay councillor-elect Bob Wells first did it at 19. All three made their entrance into politics at a young age, and based upon the results from this month’s municipal election, they aren’t the only ones. With a hashtag #HeyThereNextGeneration, young politicians across Vancouver Island — including those in the Comox Valley — are coming together with social media and in person, to rise to the challenge of becoming the next generation of political leaders. Following the Nov.15 election, two out of four elected officials in Cumberland and three out of six councillors in Courtenay are under the age of 45 — a really exciting shift in representation, says Jennifer Millbank, a councillor for the district of Lantzville and one of the members behind the Young Elected Officials Network. The network is a
group of self-identified youth on Vancouver Island who are elected to local government, or allies of the network. “(In election time) the focus sometimes is on good ideas that someone should do it. For those people under 40, you can do it, and there’s people to help with that task,” explains Millbank. “When there is bullying and derogation (for youth) at the council table, and we’re acting as a support network.” She adds the idea to create the group began in 2012, when she attended the Union of BC Municipalities Convention in Victoria and quickly realized there were no youth-oriented sessions scheduled. At the 2013 Association of Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities’ convention, Millbank says a group of young local
government representatives gathered informally, after noticing many elected officials were of retirement age. “(The intention) was not to be constructed as us against them, but the representation of our demographic is not great. There are issues that younger people have which are not brought to the council table,” she explains. “For many (older elected officials), they are at a different place in life with different life experiences. When planning for a community, you need to have all voices heard.”
Lennox attended workshop This past January, Millbank helped organize a workshop in Lantzville for any youth interested in entering the fall’s municipal election,
which caught the attention of Courtenay councillor-elect Rebecca Lennox. “I had been talking about entering local politics for one time, and my friend sent a link (to the network) on Facebook. There was some hesitation because the general design in politics is quite disengaging with specific language and formalities that a lot of working class people aren’t used to,” Lennox says. Lennox added that attending the workshop took away a lot of the fear and mystery surrounding politics, and established a support network. “The connections you make takes away the prestige and elevated view of politics. The people were all very supportive and you work as a team. It makes it not feel as
isolating.” The workshop brought people from across the Island, and focused on topics such as how to win a political race, communication in difficult circumstances and community representation. Millbank says it’s hard to find the resources on how to run a successful campaign, particularly for young candidates. “Every community is different, but it’s a challenge, especially if you’re all alone... It’s really nice to have a support network.” For more information on the Young Elected Officials Network, visit www. youngelected.ca, or follow them on Facebook and Twitter.
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Cliffe Ave. building project gets council approval Scott Stanfield Record Staff
Courtenay council has approved a development permit, with variances, for a commercial/multiresidential project proposed for the 1900 block of Cliffe Avenue. Three separate lots need to be consolidated before the permit is registered on title. The plan is to extend Riverside Lane from 20th to 19th streets. The road runs between the commercial site, which would front Cliffe Avenue, and residential buildings extending to the Courtenay River. Some residents worry that speeding cars might use Riverside as a short-cut to avoid the 17th Street intersection. Mayor Larry Jangula, however, notes the road is a connecting route inside the property. The applicant — Highstreet Ventures of Kelowna — has provided a study that indicates the development would have minimal impact on
traffic capacity for Cliffe. About 13 people attended an October public meeting hosted by the applicant. Besides traffic, concerns were also raised about nuisance during construction. Jangula said noise is a “matter of life” for those living near construction sites. “We need the building, we need this to move forward,” he said at the Nov. 17 council meeting. “I think it’s time that we, as much as possible, get this rolling. Staff have put a lot of energy and time into this. This has gone on five or six years, I think.” Since last December, staff has spent about 140 hours on the application and related subdivision, says CAO David Allen. “That far exceeds the revenue that we generate from the fees and the permitting process,” Allen said. The project proposal also includes a land dedication to the city for the Courtenay Riverway. The exact boundary has yet to be determined.
Some residents have expressed concern about potential habitat loss or changes to the Riverway, but a staff report says it will not be impacted by the project.
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Métis: School programs created Con’t from Page A1 “We have some people who come to us and they say they didn’t know I was Métis. There may also have been a certain shame for being Métis,” noted Mercredi. “Now they say ‘I have a culture I didn’t know existed’.” He said in order to join, people can use genealogy records to show their Métis heritage. Churches and the Hudson’s Bay Company kept good records of family history, he said. With the advent of the fur trade in west central North America during the 18th century, mixed children from European fur traders and aboriginal women grew with populations establishing distinct communities from those two cultures, and married among themselves. From that, a new demographic of Aboriginal Peoples emerged — Métis — with their own culture, traditions, language and culture. Member of Parliament and founder of Manitoba Louis Riel was a prominent Métis who led two resistance movements against the Canadian government, with Nov. 15 dedicated as Louis Riel Day, added Mercredi. Turner, with the help of funding, has created what she calls an opportunity for holistic health for Métis and all urban aboriginals. Through creating partnerships with other organizations, elders and aboriginal health care providers, she developed a program for families to reconnect with their heritage. Creating 10, threemonth programs, a facilitator teaches for six weeks at various schools in SD 71 on a variety of topics. “This community is rich with resources,” noted Turner, a founding member of the Wachiay Friendship Centre. “The program is the first of its kind (on the Island).” The first season, which happens once a week, was taught by
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Who is Courtenay’s Citizen of the Century? Submitted As we approach the celebration of our Centennial year, Courtenay residents are encouraged to reflect on what has truly made our city a unique place to live. As part of the upcoming celebrations, the City of Courtenay would like to recognize those who have helped to shape our community in meaningful ways with the “Citizen of the Century” awards. Since the city was founded in 1915, there have been countless volunteers who have donated their time, energy and passion to building the parks, community facilities, traditions and programs that have become the foundation
of the lifestyle we all enjoy. Viewing our community through the lens of history, there are those whose efforts and influence have helped the residents of Courtenay to stay active and healthy, supported the disadvantaged, and offered guidance to the youth. Sponsored by the Canadian Western Bank, the Citizen of the Century awards event is a way to recognize their commitment to community, thank them for the contributions they’ve made, and inspire new visions that will continue to build on this
strong foundation of caring. Individuals and organizations can nominate someone they know who has made a truly outstanding contribution to life in the city of Courtenay by filling out an online nomination form. Honorees will be announced during Homecoming Week to be held between June 26 - July 5. To nominate someone for the Citizen of the Century Awards, call 250-334-4441, or go to bit. ly/1y0dblJ for the online form. Nominations must be in by March 31, 2015.
Comox family festival upcoming Comox Community Centre hosts the annual Festival for Families Nov. 29 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring $5 and a food bank donation to get your whole family through the door and be ready to play! “Festival for Families brings our community and families together with play. In recreation, play is important in growing relationships and making memories,” says Town of Comox recreation director Mandy Johns. “Your food bank donation contributes to your community and supports the Comox Valley.” Stage entertainment starts at 10:30 a.m. next to Comox Recreation’s own inflatable obstacle course. The activities include retail
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Members of the Comox Strathcona Waste Management board approved Thursday a bylaw to borrow $45 millionplus for three major landfill projects. The cost to close the Comox Valley landfill in Cumberland is estimated at $10,620,000 while closing the Campbell River facility is expected to exceed $13 million. Cost estimate for the third project — a new landfill expansion at the same site in Cumberland — is $21,550,000. Officials anticipate to excavate eight metres below ground, which will provide all the soil needs for the operation.
“It will be totally lined, so it won’t allow any gases or liquids to pass down below the liner as we build the new landfill,” said Tom Boatman, manager of solid waste services. “The closure of the Comox Valley existing landfill will be a shared facility for the gas. “Those three landfills and that entire borrowing bylaw that’s been approved over the next five years will supply the needed funds for about 84 per cent of our Solid Waste Management Plan,” he added. Expanding the Cumberland dump and closing the Campbell River landfill was deemed the most suitable — and cheapest — of three long-term waste disposal options for the Comox Valley and Strathcona regional
districts. Both regional landfills are nearing capacity. “We only have enough space to take our waste into those landfills until the end of 2017,” Boatman said. “And that is the exact time we’re anticipating that we will be completing the new landfill.” The district has built a retaining wall to provide an extra two years of disposal life at the Campbell River site. An agreement was reached with Cumberland and Campbell River for the two facilities. Boatman said most compensation will go to Cumberland to upgrade roadways leading to the site. Besides landfills, officials also considered a number of options for Waste to Energy systems
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Cumberland Youth Drop-in Centre to open in 2015
Cumberland Community Schools Society (CCSS), in partnership with the Cumberland Community School (CCS) and School District 71, are excited to announce that a Cumberland Youth Drop-in Centre will be opening in the new year. The Cumberland Youth Centre aims to provide a safe place for youth to hang out; offering programming, work experience, life skills, support services and opportunities for leadership. The CCSS Youth Council, consisting of local youth, is hard at work fundraising and searching for donations of used furniture, appliances, and games. The Youth Centre’s wish list includes: an electric kettle,
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A pancake breakfast, crafts, books, bake and garage sale; it’s all happening on Saturday, Nov. 29 from 9 a.m. to noon at d’Esterre House, 1801, Beaufort Ave. in Comox. Bring the whole family and treat yourself to a wonderful breakfast for $5 prepared by our kitchen whizzes while you soak in the beautiful vistas of ocean and mountains. After breakfast, have fun shopping for our bargain-priced books and baked goodies. You will also be amazed at the variety of lightly-used items on our garage sale table and the quality of Christmas crafts handmade by our centre’s seniors. Did you know that you don’t have to reside in Comox to become a member of the Comox Seniors’ Centre and enjoy the over 50 different activities we offer to the young at heart? To become a member you have to be at least 55 years old or have a partner who is 55. For more information call 250-339-5133 during office hours, 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. weekdays or visit our web site at www.comoxseniors.ca.
mini fridge, microwave, popcorn maker, portable speakers, Xbox, ping-pong table, board games, and yoga mats. Youth are also looking for second-hand couches, chairs, tables and rugs to furnish the space. Community members are also encouraged to volunteer during Youth Centre hours as well as to instruct or assist with youth programming. There has been overwhelming support for this initiative. In a recent survey, 94 per cent of 120 youth said they would like to see a youth centre and “more services for youth” in Cumberland. In fact, there is a long history of Cumberland youth ‘hanging out’ on the
streets, for lack of a safe place to go. In the survey, many youth mentioned that “more kids are starting to make bad choices because there is nothing to do.” A youth centre, where youth can hang out, get involved in their community and feel a sense of belonging is an important investment in youth and key to reducing high risk behaviours. CCSS’s vision for a youth centre became a reality after School District 71 provided initial funding for CCSS to hire a youth co-ordinator and Cumberland Community School donated a space for the youth centre on their campus. The Cumberland Youth Centre will
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Black Umfolosi brings Zimbabwe culture to the Sid A cappella group performs Friday, Nov. 28 in Courtenay Mark Allan Special to the Record
On a coast-to-coast Canadian tour that includes Courtenay, Black Umfolosi gets great responses in this country, says Thomeki Dube. “The reaction is amazing,” the founding member said in a telephone interview from Ontario. “Everybody loves this because it is very different from the other a cappella groups that come by. “The reaction is really quite amazing,” added Dube, current tour manager for the African singing and dancing group. “One very special thing about Canadians is that Zimbabwe was once part of the (British) Commonwealth, the same as Canada. So there are quite a lot of similarities; people understand each other very fast.” Zimbabwe was known as Rhodesia, named for Cecil Rhodes, a famed English explorer of Africa. Dube’s English is excellent, and it’s spoken widely in Zimbabwe. “We do two songs in English,” Dube said. However, Zimbabwe has 16 official languages. “Obviously Canadians expect to see us do it in the Zimbabwean way. So we like to do it in a native language, but explain every item and explain what we are singing about.” The five performers on tour
Black Umfolosi will perform at the Sid Theatre Friday, Nov. 28. have graduated from Black Umfolosi’s junior program, Dube explained. The current 29-stop Canadian tour began in Nova Scotia. More than a singing group, Black Umfolosi has a mission that includes spreading Zimbabwean culture, providing jobs for performers, and fostering social
harmony among people of different backgrounds and beliefs. Climate change is the theme of this tour, Dube revealed. “Everybody (singers) talks about climate change and there is a special song that we start with when we open the show. This is the only Mother Earth that we have, so every one of us as
Cold Cut Combo brings ‘gypsy jazz’ to Courtenay Victoria-based group Cold Cut Combo is set to perform at The Downtown Social Club on Saturday, Nov. 29 at 8 p.m. Cold Cut Combo is an acoustic group specializing in gypsy jazz, Parisian Musette waltzes and swing & Latin standards featuring virtuosic jazz Manouche guitars, soulful accordion, and sweet vocals. At the Combo’s core are Christopher Sartisohn (lead guitar)
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someone addresses them. When they are absorbed into a performance, then it stays for a long time in their memories.” Concern about the deadly Ebola virus that originated in Africa results in Black Umfolosi receiving extra scrutiny during its travels. It has not seriously inconvenienced them so far, Dube reported. The self-taught a cappella singing and traditional dance group was formed in 1982 by schoolmates who wanted to develop themselves and contribute to their community. They named themselves after the Umfolozi Omnyama River in South Africa. The Black Umfolosi Performing Arts Projects subsequently acquired land and built an arts centre. Specializing in imbube music, gumboot dance and Zulu dance, Black Umfolosi has toured extensively nationally and internationally. According to the Black Umfolosi website, audiences should expect “intricate rhythms, clicking and clapping … highlighted during their brilliantly choreographed shows with a full range of movements from subtle to vibrant stomping and leaping!” Part of the Sid Williams Theatre Society’s Blue Circle Series, Black Umfolosi performs Nov. 28 at 7:30 p.m. For details and tickets, visit www.sidwilliamstheatere.com, phone 250-338-2430 or visit the Sid box office at 442 Cliffe Ave. in Courtenay.
Mark Allan is a freelance writer and a former editor of the Comox Valley Record.
Final Fat Oyster production of 2014 on Wednesday The Fat Oyster Reading Series has hosted an impressive list of Canadian authors at the Fanny Bay Hall. This year’s series is culminating on Wednesday, Nov. 26 featuring nationally-recognized author and humorist Des Kennedy. Don’t miss the last Fat Oyster event of 2014! Kennedy, from Denman Island, is an award-winning author, and former gardening columnist for the Globe and Mail. Included in Wednesday’s line-
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Valley quartet boosts Mariners to silver medal at CCAA soccer championship -- SEE PAGE 22
Lockout AllStars meet No Regretzkis in CVSSC floor hockey final -- SEE PAGE 30
COMOX VALLEY RECORD ♦ SPORTS EDITOR: EARLE COUPER ♦ TUESDAY NOVEMBER 25, 2014
Raiders ready for next season The Comox Valley Raiders Midget football team ended their season on a three-game winning streak that has created momentum and excitement for next season. The local Raiders ended their season with a win over the Richmond Raiders. In what was supposed to be the clash of the Raiders on Nov. 9 in Richmond, the winless Richmond Raiders forfeited the game, giving the Comox Valley Raiders their third straight win to end the season with a 3-7 record. There was thought that the Raiders might sneak into the playoffs, as the North Delta Longhorns were having trouble fielding a team for their firstround playoff game. But unfortunately for the Raiders the Longhorns will be playing in the first round of the playoffs. The Raiders showed a lot of improvement throughout the season and their three-game winning streak is proof of this. The Raiders’ coaching staff is excited for next season as this is a young Raiders team that has a lot of potential and will be looking to improve on this season and compete against the top teams in the Vancouver Mainland Football League next sea-
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by Winston Brown, Greg Eng and Jenifer Eng. The Falcons earned The PacWest women’s their first wins of the seabasketball season is son this past weekend. On Nov. 14 they faced underway and the Kwantlen the Langara ColEagles for the lege Falcons begin first time and their 41st season got off to a fast in conference play start, going ahead with two Comox 19-8 at the end Valley players in of the first quartheir lineup. ter. The Eagles Among the fought back in returning play- ROWLANDSON the second, and ers is third the teams traded year Emily Rowlandson of Comox (Mark R. baskets in the third ending up tied 42-42 Isfeld Secondary going into the School). “Emily fourth. has worked very In the fourth hard and we are the Falcons went looking for her to on two runs and contribute in a big finished with a way,” said coach 68-49 win. Mike Evans. High scorers for Included in the Falcons were the rookies is ASHLEE Rowlandson and Michalea Ashlee Miranda Cuthof Comox, a skilled guard and also from Mark R. bert, both with 16 points. On Saturday the FalIsfeld Secondary School. For the third straight cons hosted the CBC season, Langara finished Bearcats. Both teams the 2013-14 campaign out tried to push the pace and of the playoffs in seventh it created some sloppy place with a 6-15 record play from both sides. The in 21 games. Evans, in his Falcons hung on down the 13th year at the helm, is stretch to win 72-68. sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com joined behind the bench
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Arron Slack (#9) of the Raiders makes a huge catch against the Meadow Ridge Knights. PHOTO SUBMITTED son. Head coach Ryan Pederson stated that he “Can’t wait to see what these players will be capable of next year!” The coaching staff is already making plans for offseason training for their Bantam and Midget teams (ages 14 to 18) to begin in February 2015. The Comox Valley Raiders are always looking for new players. If you are interested in playing football and joining
the Raiders organization please check out our website, comoxvalleyraiders. com, or contact us through our Facebook page and we can answer any questions you may have. The Comox Valley Raiders also have Peewee football for players aged eight to 10 and Junior Bantam football for players aged 11 to 13. To play football for the Raiders all you need is a pair of cleats, as all other equipment is provided by
the organization. This spring the Raiders will have spring Peewee football as well as their annual football camp. Dates for each will be announced in the new year. The Raiders will be having their annual awards banquet on Dec. 7 to officially conclude their season. The Raiders thank all their sponsors for contributing to a successful season. – Comox Valley Raiders
Glacier Kings beat the Bucs in VIJHL shootout Earle Couper Record Staff
Much to the surprise of on one, neither goalie was included in the game’s three stars on Saturday night when the Comox Valley Glacier Kings eclipsed the Nanaimo Buccaneers 9-8 in a Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League shootout at the Comox Valley Sports Centre. The Icemen needed overtime to dispatch the Bucs, and it was Grant Iles’ third goal
of the game at 4:08 of the extra session that finally decided the wide-open affair. Iles earned the game’s first star for his troika of tallies while teammate and second star Sheldon Brett had a sterling fivepoint (2g, 3a) night. Dylan Sampson (1g, 3a) and Derian Hamilon (3a) also had big nights for the Icemen. Zachary Straza picked up the win in net while Greg Maggio took the loss. Nanaimo out-shot Comox Valley 43-38 and went 2-for-9 on the power play. The Yetis were 3-for-8 with the man advantage.
The teams were tied 2-2 after one period and 5-5 after two. The Bucs grabbed a 7-5 lead by the 6:28 mark of third, only to have the G-Kings crank a pair of power-play goals by Iles and Sampson knot things up by the 13:44 mark. After Nanaimo regained the lead at 14:20, Brett brought the hometown crowd to its feet with the equalizer with just 12 ticks left on the clock. Brett finished off an impressive performance by helping to set up Iles with the game-winner in OT. It was a big win for the Yetis in that
it keeps them tied for second place with Nanaimo in the North Division. The Bucs are 14-8-0-2 while the G-Kings are 13-71-3. The Yetis close out the November portion of their regular season with a flurry of games. This weekend, they are away to Peninsula Panthers on Nov. 28, host North Division leaders Campbell River Storm on Nov. 29 (game time 7:30 p.m. at Sports Centre #1) then repay the visit to Campbell River on Nov. 30.
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Mariners net silver at CCAA soccer championships Earle Couper Record Staff
With four Comox Valley players in their lineup, the Vancouver Island University Mariners won the silver medal at the 2014 CCAA men’s soccer championships, held Nov. 5-8 at Sheridan College in Oakville, Ont. The host Sheridan Bruins narrowly surpassed the Mariners in the final, a nail-biter that had the Bruins clinching the victory 5-4, winning 6-5 on penalties. Playing for the Nanaimo VIU team were Black Creek’s Jordan de Graff (forward G.P. Vanier), Comox’s Jeff Travis (defender Highland), Courtenay’s Luke Phye (midfielder - G.P. Vanier) and Cour-
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tenay’s Nathan Ruston (defender - Highland). In a constant backand-forth battle that could have seen either side come ahead, the Bruins fought back from giving up late goals in the fourth minute of second half stoppage time and the 115th minute, maintaining composure through penalties and not missing a single marker from the spot. Hundreds of people – including Canadian men’s national soc-
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ruston minute when Chris Di Vizio-Mendez scored off a one-touch from a beautiful ball threaded through the VIU defence by Raheem Edwards. Edwards continued his production with a goal of his own in the 42nd minute with a header off a cross from Bruins’ captain David Velastegui. Two consecutive goals in the 41st and 42nd minutes concluded the entertaining half, and the two teams
found themselves even at two goals apiece. The second half saw a revitalized and energetic Sheridan unit, led by Edwards who sent a ball across the area in the 73rd minute and found the foot of Khody Ellis who buried the team’s third goal. The outlook was positive for Sheridan, but a penalty awarded to VIU in the 90th+4 minute gave the Mariners a breath of life after they converted from the spot to send the game into extra time. A Sheridan goal in the 91st minute almost took them to the promised land, until a late VIU conversion in the 115th minute stunned the crowd and sentenced the game to be won on penalty kicks. Each of the teams’
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December 28, 1947 ~ November 11, 2014 Rob passed away peacefully on Remembrance day at Saanich Peninsula Palliative Care unit surrounded by his family. Rob leaves behind his loving wife Pam of 43 years, son Mike (Alia), grandchildren Noah and Kaiya, daughter Donna (Rino), grandson Aidan and his beloved dog Pepper. He also leaves behind his brothers Jack (Janet) and Rick (Janice). Rob served in the Royal Canadian Navy in Victoria for twenty-five years, retiring to the Comox Valley in 1990. He had a real passion for camping, fishing, and the outdoors. He could always be found splitting wood as weather permitted at Herbie’s, or helping friends with odd jobs, being the handyman who knew a little about almost everything. He also showed his helpful side at home making chocolates, at his family’s home-based cake and chocolate-making business, with Pam. No service by request at this time. Celebration of Life will take place at “The Pond� in the Spring. Donation can be made in Rob’s honour to St. Joseph’s Hospital Cancer Clinic, Comox, BC.
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“Our tears will fall for a little while Until memories of you replace them with a smile� LOVE YOU ALWAYS Please watch over us. Rob has gone campin’
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It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Darrell Gustafson on November 16, 2014 in Courtenay, B.C., at the age of 45. Darrell is survived by his wife, Ursula Gustafson, children; Anthony (22yrs), Nicole (15yrs) and Kaitlyn (8yrs),  mother Dorene Gustafson, sister Loretta Carlson (married to Roger Carlson and their daughter Trinna), Gustafson (married (married to to Kim and their 4 children brother Keven Kevin Gustafson Jonny, Aliza, Trevor, Donna plus spouses/grandkids), aunt Verna plus spouses/grandkids), aunt Warren (married to Gerry boys3 Bradley, Devin Verna Warren (married to and Gerrytheir and3their boys Bradley, (Danielle), and David).David). DarrellDarrell was predeceased by his by father Devin (Danielle), and was predeceased his Reginald Gustafson "Reg". "Reg". father Reginald Gustafson Darrell was employed at Hyland Precast as a Crane (Hiab) truck driver/operator. He loved driving trucks! His previous careers included working for another precast company in Langley, B.C. on the Mainland and also as a fuel truck operator, fuelling airplanes at YVR. He received an award for putting out a fuel fire on a commercial plane while fuelling. In Darrell’s leisure time he enjoyed playing softball in his previous years and as a kid he loved to play basketball. He also enjoyed football, Super Bowl parties, NASCAR, drag racing, fishing, road trips and exploring, travelling, good food, family time with his wife and kids, and being around good friends. Darrel Darrell was was kind kind man man with with aa witty personality and liked to joke around.  He was a good friend to many. Darrell was loyal and family was most important to him. We are forever thankful for the time we had. There will be a Celebration of Darrell’s life at the Best Western ("Courtenay Room") in Courtenay, BC on Sunday, November 30, 2014 from 2-4pm. Flowers gratefully accepted.
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Ron passed away at Nanaimo General Hospital after a long battle with kidney disease. He is survived by his loving wife Edith, brother Alfred (Brenda),niece Ashley (Andrew), great niece and nephew Isabella and Will, stepson Dwayne, grandchildren Tyler and Kylie and stepdaughter Pat (Rick). Ron served in the Naval Reserve prior to joining Canada Customs for 33 years. He retired to Deep Bay on Vancouver Island in 1993. He was involved with various Fish and Wildlife Organizations in the Kootenays and Vancouver Island. He was an avid outdoorsman with an abundance of hunting and fishing stories. He will be greatly missed by family and friends and remembered as a man “who did it his way�.
Jean Clare Stacey Passed away on November 20, 2014 at the Comox Valley Seniors Village Village was andand was born bornJuly on July 16, 1913 on 16, 1913. SheShe is is predeceasedbybyher her loving predeceased husband, Charles Randall Stacey. and Jean is Elizabeth survived Stacey sister by her niece, Breton, Robinson. JeanJanis is survived nephew Randall Robinson, by her niece, Janis Breton, great nephews and nephew Randall Paul Robinson, Michaelnephews Maher (Lydia), great Paul great and nieces Carmen and Taylor Michael Maher (Lydia), great Robinson, great-great niece nieces Carmen and Taylor Jordyn Maher, cousins Bob and Margaret in England. Thank Robinson, great-great niece Jordyn Maher, cousins Bob and you to her amazing whomany surrounded with Margaret in many England. Thankfriends you to her amazingher friends love surrounded and support.her Special thanks Allen McWilliam and the who with love andto support. Special thanks to wonderful staff atand CVthe Seniors Village andatBerwick House. Allen McWilliam wonderful staff CV Seniors Village and Berwick House.
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Frances Ann Hunt Frances Ann Hunt, 69, of Cumberland B.C., passed away October 25th after complications due to cancer. She was born Frances Ann George in Worchester, England on November 30th, 1944. She immigrated to Canada at the age of 11. Fran, as she liked to be called, was predeceased by her high school sweetheart, Wally, in 2001. She is survived by her sons Keith (MaryAnn) and Randy (Brandi); Grandkids, Jackie (Allen), Jennifer and Kyle; and great grandkids, Brooklyn, Chloe and Lucas. Even though “Nana� lost her battle with cancer, she never complained and always stayed positive. You will truly be missed! As per Fran’s wishes, there will be no funeral or memorial service. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to the BC Cancer Agency (Vancouver Island Centre) or The Canadian Cancer Society.
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LICENSED EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR required for an infant & toddler program. Minimum six months term position 30 – 40 hours per week Previous experience required Starting January 5th, 2015.
Please submit your resume by December 5th to the 19 Wing Family Centre, P.O.Box 310, Lazo, BC, V0R 2K0, Fax # 250-339-8171. CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH
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For FREE job search help call 250-334-3119. Visit 103–555 4th St. in Courtenay. www.thejobshop.ca The Employment Program of British Columbia is funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia.
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250-650-1333 SKILLED carpenter. Licensed & certified. Free estimates, Call Doug www.suncrestholdings.ca
SLEEP COUNTRY 2011 Adjustable Bed, mint condition. Adjustable supreme twin XL base with adjustable comfort twin XL mattress. Always covered with XL Protect-A-Bed Mattress pad (also included). Asking $1200 O.B.O. Call 250339-1268
MEDICAL/DENTAL Medical OfďŹ ce Assistant Full time position as a medical office assistant in a busy and friendly surgical specialist office.
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Duties include but are not limited to a wide variety of clerical and administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, word processing, answering phone calls and patient correspondence in a clinic setting.
GARAGE SALES KIWANIS CLUB of COURTENAY “Gigantic Junktique Sale� Fri. Nov. 28th 6pm-8pm Sat. Nov. 29th 8am-11am at St. George’s United Church Hall corner of 6th Street & Fitzgerald, Courtenay
Respond with resume and cover letter to: Drawer #4572, c/o Comox Valley Record, 765 McPhee Ave., Courtenay or email: resumeMOA@gmail.com by December 5, 2014.
SALTWATER Waldorf School is seeking On-Call Teachers and On-Call Education Assistants. For further information about posting visit www.saltwaterschool.com. Please submit your resume and cover letter to Saltwater Waldorf School, 2311 Rosewall Crescent, Courtenay, BC. or by email to info@saltwaterschool.com.
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GPRC, FAIRVIEW Campus requires a Heavy Equipment Instructor to teach in our Heavy Equipment Program! Please contact Gavin Winter at 780-835-6695 or visit www.gprc.ab.ca/careers for more information. JOURNEYMAN Mechanic required to perform all aspects of automotive repairs and servicing. Must have Automotive Mechanical Repair Certificate of Qualification. Start full time immediately, Reliable Auto Body, Courtenay, BC. email: reliableautobody@telus.net or fax 250-334-3668
PERSONAL SERVICES FINANCIAL SERVICES
HANDYPERSONS 250-898-8887. HOME Repair, Renovation & Maintenance Service. Interior or Exterior. Call Les for Free Estimate.
HOME IMPROVEMENTS EVER-HUE Home Maintenance. Small jobs...Big jobs! FREE estimate! (250)2180710. Handyman, Carpenter, Property Management, Reno’s, Demo’s, Hedge trimming, Tree removal, Gutter cleaning, Junk removal, Heavy hauling, Christmas lights, etc. FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. Call 1-800-573-2928.
MISC SERVICES
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STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.
MISCELLANEOUS WANTED
PETS
GREETING CARD BusinessVan. Isle. Territory. Large client base. Est. for 18 years. Good revenue. $27,500. Call (250)474-1984.
PETS
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
WANTED: FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. Call 1-866-960-0045 or visit: www.dollars4guns.com
TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
BiPAP Auto Bi-Flex/System One Heated Humidifier with carrying case made by Philips Respironics used one week. Asking $3,000. Used for Sleep Apnea. Call 250-336-2424
BUSINESSES FOR SALE
FIREARMS
IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161.
3FT HIGH vase/plant table $25. Stepping table w/marble top $30. Sofa contemporary style $100. Garden equip. 250-703-4595
REAL ESTATE
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
1-CHINA CABINET w/hutch. Old Country Rose China. Lavender Rose China like new. 2-ladders. New sewing machine cabinet w/drawers. Like new wheel chair for tall person. Please call 250-3319252 - Courtenay.
WANTED: Royal Albert Memory Lane china. Made in England, good condition. 250334-9767
GOLDSMITH Custom Designed & Handcrafted Jewellery. Full repair service. Ring sizing while you wait. Engraving Classes available. SIMPLY TIMELESS. 379 4th Street, Courtenay. 250-871-0606
CKC CHOC/BLK lab pups, gorgeous, top quality, gentle nature, $1200. 250-897-6275.
ARE YOU $10K Or More In Debt? DebtGo can help reduce a significant portion of your debt load. Call now & see if you qualify. 1-800-351-1783.
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COMOX 2-BDRM, 2 bath. ocean view condo. $1100. 5 appl’s, F/P, parking. NS/NP Ref’s. Jan.1st. (250)335-3154.
SHARED ACCOMMODATION REDUCED! 1369sqft 2 BDRM PATIO HOME. 2bdrm. In a location that can’t be beat. Mntn. view. Quiet neighborhood. Beautiful setting. Bareland strata. 2 mins. to Merecroft Village. $279,900. 250-287-8570 or 250-202-7717. C.R.
N.Courtenay Shared-House: 2 lg. bdrms ea. with own bathrm, unfurnished, downstairs. 60+ ladies, must be mobile & independent. NS, NP, ref. req. $500/mo. Reply to SistersInn@shaw.ca
TOWNHOUSES
FOR SALE BY OWNER
FUEL/FIREWOOD SEASONED FIREWOOD, full dry 4x4x8 permitted cords. 250-702-3959 / 250-898-8896.
FURNITURE OAK FURNITURE - Bookcase, china hutch, telephone table. Asking $500 for the set. Will sell individual pieces. Phone: 250-334-9373
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PORT HARDY Well maintained 6-plex Great investment $385,000 Call Noreen 250-949-6319 imagine.it@cablerocket.com
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WHOLE DUPLEX for sale1280sq ft per side, 3.5 bdrms, 1.5 bath. 9498 McDougall Rd, Port Hardy, BC. $225,000. Call (250)334-8474. tinyurl.com/porthduplex
HOUSES FOR SALE 3 Bedroom home in Valley Vista Estates, 2 baths, new carpets, 2 sheds, sprinkler system, carport. $150,000, this is a must see home. Call 250334-0942 for more info.
LOTS NEW DOWNTOWN SUBDIVISION 3 building Lots @ $155,000 each Lot # 1 & 2 & 4 (lot # 3 is SOLD & New Home under construction) Call 604 837 0812 or gerlarson@gmail.com also 1 commercial Lot in Cumberland for Sale
RENTALS HOMES FOR RENT COURTENAY EAST 3 bdrm, 11/2 bath, modular home, near schools, new reno. $1,000/mo 778-420-5070
ORCHARD GATE #108-501 4th St. Courtenay 1000 SQ.FT. FOR LEASE Premier downtown office/retail space. Excellent location. Ground floor, ample parking, competitive lease rates. Phone:250-334-3425 ext 316
“Serving Campbell River & Vancouver Island since 1967�
Do you care about where you live? Do high standards of maintenance, service and cleanliness matter to you? Do you prefer quiet, mature neighbours? If yes, please give us a call and discover how the quality of ownership and management makes all the difference. We have the best managed, finest apartments in the most convenient locations in the Comox Valley. Locally owned, we own and manage our own buildings. THERE IS A DIFFERENCE! Please refer to available apartments listed below. TELEPHONE 250-703-2264 | 250-338-0267 | 250-339-1222
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OCEANVIEW HOME, 2 bdrm, 1 bath (shower only), 4 appls, woodstove, lrg deck, shared property, $50 hydro credit, N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. - $1,000/mth. EAST CTNY HOME, 4 bdrm & den, 3 baths, 6 appls, fam. rm., 3 sided gas F/P, double car garage, fenced yard w/sprinkler system, N/S, No pets, month to month lease, Avail. Immed. - $1,375/mth COURTENAY RANCHER, 2 bdrm, 1 bath (brand new), 4 appls, laminate flrs, gas furnace, carport, fenced yard w/shed, landscaping incld., N/S, No pets, Avail. Dec 1 $1,050/mth
HOUSES FOR SALE
TWO BEDROOM recently renovated and available now. Quiet, well maintained adult building just two blocks from Comox Mall and one block from Filberg Park. Nicely decorated and attractive. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222 or John @ 250-703-2264. 250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca
BARCLAY SQUARE, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls, patio, res.pkg, ground flr, N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. $700/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, storage locker, res. pkg., N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. - $695/mth JOSHUA COURT 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, balcony, res. pkg., N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. - $800/mth MAPLEWOOD MANOR, 1 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, patio, res. pkg, “Adult Oriented�, N/S, No pets Avail. Immed. $625/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 3 appls, balcony, res. pkg., storage, coin laundry, N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. - $750/mth CRAIGMARK PLACE, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls, balcony, res. pkg., storage, N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. $800/mth CLOSE TO COLLEGE 3 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, 2 balconies, res. pkg., N/S, No pets, Avail. Dec 1 - $875/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR, top flr, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, balcony, res. pkg., N/S, cat neg. w/ref, Avail. Dec 1 - $695/mth CLOSE TO DRIFTWOOD MALL 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls, partially fenced yard, deck, garden shed, N/S, cat or sm dog neg. w/refs, Avail. Jan 1 - $950/mth STEPS TO THE BEACH, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, B/I Vac, gas F/P, wrap-around patio, storage shed, 2 res. pkg. spots, N/S, sm pet neg. w/refs. Avail. Immed. -$1,200/mth PARK PLACE MANOR, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, gas F/P (gas incld.), patio, res. pkg., N/S, No pets, Avail. Dec 1 - $825/mth
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HOUSES FOR SALE
HYCROFT 1835 Cliffe Ave.
LARGE ONE BEDROOM bright and spacious. Recent renovation. Very attractive. Quiet, mature adult building. Central Courtenay. Security entry. Elevator. Call David @ 250-338-0267.
CAPRI 1081 Stewart Ave. TWO BEDROOM bright and spacious in a quiet, well maintained adult building in central Courtenay. Large rooms and nicely renovated. Security entry. Dining room window. A unique suite. Call John @ 250-703-2264.
WESTWATER 60 Anderton Ave. TWO BEDROOM recently renovated. Top floor. Full sized appliances including dishwasher and in-suite washer/dryer. Spacious and nicely decorated. In-suite storage, fireplace and Jacuzzi tub. Convenient location just a few blocks from downtown and Filberg Seniors Centre. Fully equipped resident social room. Quiet, well maintained mature adult building. Security entry and elevator. No pets. Call John @ 250-703-2264.
BELLE AIRE 575-14th Street UNIQUE TWO BEDROOM in Courtenay’s finest character building. Very spacious (over 1000 sq. ft.) with private, adjoining carport and fireplace. Full sized appliances in huge country kitchen. Private entry. Central Courtenay. A quiet, well maintained mature adult building. Recently renovated with many features. This is a very special and unique suite. Call David @ 250-338-0267.
VILLA MONTECITO 1331 England Ave. TWO BEDROOM over 1000 sq. ft. in a modern, well maintained and mature adult building just three blocks from downtown. Full-sized appliances with in-suite washer/dryer. Large, designer kitchen. Ensuite. In-suite storage. Very attractive suite freshly renovated. Security Entry. Call David @ 250-3380267.
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6-MICHELIN Steel Radial Tires LT 235/85 R 16. Off a 3500 1 ton. $350. Good shape. 250-914-3900 TWO WINTERCLAW snowtires: 215/65R/15 on 6 bolt Nissan Frontier rims $225 firm 250-871-3772
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FORD RANGER 2000 2wd Matching canopy. Good condition. 120kms. $3500. 250-3387676
UTILITY TRAILERS 1991 GRAND PRIX, good engine and tranmission. Needs work. $800 O.B.O. Call 250-334-6335 1996 SUNFIRE, 5 spd,4 cyl, 2 door, good tires, good starter car. $1700 obo.250-287-2969
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2008 DODGE Charger, 82,000 km. $10,900 obo. Excellent condition. Call 250-334-4166. RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
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2008 CORSAIR Excella 31 CKDS. Mfg. General Coach. Polar Pak. All season living. lots of storage. Too many features and options to list. Excellent condition. $ 40,900.obo. 250 334-1825 Possibly avail 2005 Dodge 1 ton diesel.
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2 AND 3 BEDROOM available. Quiet complex with on-site management. Reasonable rates. Some completely renovated units with new appliances. Sorry no pets. Security deposit and 2 rental reference required. 250-334-3078
1 and 2 Bedroom suites available. One of the best values in Courtenay. Unique oor plans. California kitchens. These bright, modern suites are available in quiet, secure building.
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1252-9th St., Courtenay
450-19th Street, Courtenay
Spacious 2 & 3 bedroom suite in a quiet family oriented building with secure entry and manager on site. Walking distance to schools, bus stops, and downtown. Reasonable rent includes heat, hot water, stove, fridge, carpet and drapes. No pets, two rental references and security deposit required.
1 bedroom plus den. Newly renovated with balcony in secure quiet building. Heat and hot water included.
For viewing call Donna
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24’ REINELL pleasure boat w/marine berth, very clean. Asking, $15,000 obo. Call (250)334-0656.
1993 GMC Sierra 1/2 ton, long box with canopy, hitch. Rebuilt engine and transmission. Never snow tires. $850. Phone 250-871-8832
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1998 Toyota Corolla CE, 4 cyl. standard, runs well, good tires. $1100.
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BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath condo available close to downtown. This quiet, well maintained building suits mature adults. Bus stop is conveniently located out front. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit. Call 250-334-9717
Deluxe 2 bedroom suite in a quiet well maintained building. Rent includes full size fridge, stove, washer, dryer, carpets and blinds. Nice feature - large open concept kitchen. No pets. 2 Rental references and security deposit required. Call Donna 250-334-9667
ST. BRELADES 146 Back Road, Courtenay FEATURES: Fridge/stove, dishwasher, washer/dryer, Quiet, clean 2 bedroom condos. Ideal location, walking distance to SuperStore and NIC.
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TOWNHOUSES TORRY PINES 1560-13th Street, Courtenay Attractive 2 bedroom townhouses have been completely renovated – enjoy new appliances, ooring and bathroom ďŹ ttings in these spacious units. Friendly and quiet atmosphere make it ideal for family or working couple. Large, private patio area allows great access for your pet. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit. Call 250-334-9717
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Grocery has a bigger, brighter vitamin department to give away from the store's natural suppliers. She encourages patrons to drop by for a chat. "It's been well received," Berkowitz
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Thrifty Foods is hosting a grand re-opening of its renovated vitamins department Friday, Nov. 28 to celebrate the bigger and brighter space at the downtown Courtenay grocery. "The customers seem to appreciate it," said Vitamins & More department manager Lindy Berkowitz, who has been in the retail/ natural foods health industry for about 22 years in the North Island. The department had been located in a cramped and congested space in the centre of the store that was difficult to navigate. "All people did was go through it all day long, getting to another aisle way. Now we're over by the beautiful, big windows. We have three nice, big aisles. It's open and roomy. It's totally different." Customers old and new are invited to visit the new location next to the deli.
said of the new-look department. "That's what I'm trying to do is just get people's awareness up and have them come down and visit and see what it's all about. And
then know they can come here anytime to talk to me and I can help them." Friday's re-opening celebration runs from noon to 4 p.m.
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Lindy Berkowitz is the department manager at Vitamins & More, which is located in a new spot at Thrifty Foods in downtown Courtenay. Photo by scott stanfield Friday's event will include product demos, free samples and a chance to win gifts donated by natural health suppliers. At 1 p.m., guest speaker Mary Anne Meredith of Circles Wellness Centre will
offer insights on how to help one's deep immune for the cold and flu season. Attendees will learn how to stay healthy using natural remedies. Meredith — a lifelong herbalist and
health-care consultant — is donating a gift certificate worth about $150 to celebrate the new vitamin centre. "She's very popular and well known," said Berkowitz, who has about $1,500 worth of gift baskets and prizes
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Philip Shute Investment Advisor 250-334-5609 There’s Wealth in Our Approach.™ Commissions, trailing commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with mutual fund investments. Please read the prospectus before investing. Mutual funds are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated. Rates and prices as of November 21st/14. Rates and prices subject to change and availability. RBC Dominion Securities Inc.* and Royal Bank of Canada are separate corporate entities which are affiliated. *Member–Canadian Investor Protection Fund. RBC Dominion Securities Inc. is a member company of RBC Wealth Management, a business segment of Royal Bank of Canada. ®Registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. Used under licence. © 2014 Royal Bank of Canada. All rights reserved.
Medical organizer can save lives According to authorities at Johns Hopkins Medicine: “Up to 80 per cent of the medical information patients receive is forgotten immediately, and nearly half of the information retained is incorrect.” When this statistic is combined with the fact that most seniors take more than four prescriptions, plus over-the-counter supplements and medicines, the opportunity for life-threatening drug interactions and providing incorrect information to health professionals is huge. To reduce this risk, Heather Cooper, a former nurse and Courtenay resident, created the Medical Information Organizer, introduced in the Comox Valley earlier this year. She created it as a gift for her aging inlaws. Cooper is offering free shipping for those who purchase two or more organizers in November or December. She is also giving a percentage of all holiday-season sales to Glacier View Lodge. The lodge is in active fundraising
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mode to move forward with the expansion of its adult day program for seniors. It breaks ground later this fall. The MIO is an easyto-carry, six-ring binder that contains various fill-in-the-blank forms to complete and update as needed. Medical information for up to
six family members can be included in each MIO. Sections include personal information, health conditions, medications, healthcare team, past surgeries/ procedures, chronic health conditions and appointments. www.MedicalInfoOrganizer.com.
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COMOX VALLEY’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER Publisher: Zena Williams : publisher@comoxvalleyrecord.com Editor: Terry Farrell : editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com Sales Manager: Liz Royer : sales@comoxvalleyrecord.com Ph: 250-338-5811 / Fax: 250-338-5568 / Classified: 1-855-310-3535 A division of Black Press Ltd. 765 McPhee Avenue, Courtenay, B.C. V9N 2Z7 www.comoxvalleyrecord.com editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com The Comox Valley Record 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 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org
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ooze will flow more freely and conveniently beginning April 1, 2015. That’s when the province will be loosening its liquor rules, allowing government liquor stores to provide chilled beer and wine and more of them to be on open Sundays. In addition, grocery stores will be allowed to sell liquor, albeit in a store-within-a-store system, while private liquor stores will be allowed to purchase cheaper alcohol from the BC Liquor Distribution Branch, making them more competitive. Where is all this going to lead? While the province sees these changes as a way of liberating market forces, others may fear that people will over-consume if they can get wine, beer and distilled spirits too easily. According to a Centre for Addictions Research of BC study, after years of consistently increasing, alcohol consumption in the province appears to have topped off, and has been in decline in the past seven years (see bit.ly/15fRNi9). Easy accessibility could lead to that trend reversing. It could also put British Columbians at greater risk for alcohol abuse, a problem with potentially high costs to the provincial health care system. Along with more alcohol options, the government should also ramp up its education to make people aware of what constitutes healthy alcohol consumption and consider promoting alternatives with lower alcohol content. A responsible approach would be balanced. A responsible government would look at the dangers associated with such legislation and address those potential hazards in a pro-active manner. For the vast majority of the population, these new rules provide a convenience, and balance the competitive playing field, which, in a capitalist society, is a good thing. But the government of the day also has a responsibility to protect the more vulnerable members of our society. The vulnerable have been ignored with these new rules. –Adapted from a Tri-City News editorial Record Question of the Week
This week: Have you started your Christmas shopping yet? Go to www. comoxvalleyrecord.com to vote. Visit our Facebook page for more discussion on the topic. Go outside and breathe deeply! The air quality advisory has ended.
Former Vancouver Canucks player, coach, general manager and president of the Vancouver Canucks, Pat Quinn, died on Sunday.
The spirit of the season is among us T
he “spirit of the season” is their way under a tree is enough an amazing phenomenon. to cause anxiety issues. Oh yes, it does exist. But there are numerous ways Regardless of our religious we can help, and Comox Valbeliefs, one thing is clear: at ley residents always do. Santa’s this time of year, our Workshop is in concern for those less full swing, collectCOMMEN-TERRY fortunate increases, ing, repairing, and dramatically. preparing new and People become gently-used toys ERRY more charitable for children of all around the Christmas ages. The workshop ARRELL season. is located at 331 Some will say it’s Fourth St., Courtethe work of a greater nay this year, and power. Others will say it’s been there are drop boxes in busiinstilled in us by our parents, nesses throughout the area (see peers or guardians. Others, still, bit.ly/1xL6DJf for a location near will claim that the charities just you). make themselves more visible at There is also the Secret Santa this time of year. program, now in its 14th year. For whatever reason, we, as Secret Santa “wish tags”, with a society, pick November and the Christmas wishes of children December to explore our philanin our community, are available thropic selves — and we all feel at numerous businesses around better for it. the community, including the Many organizations that run Comox Valley Record office (call on skeleton crews throughout 250-703-0858 for other tag locathe year find themselves with an tions). Each tag has an ID numoverabundance of volunteers at ber and a couple of gift ideas. Christmas-time. You simply pick up a tag, buy the In Canada, we are fortunate gift, then drop both the tag and that the biggest concern for the the gift off at First Insurance. majority of us at this time of The ID number is then matched year is making sure we don’t to the child that requested the over-spend on Christmas giftgift, and the present is delivered buying. prior to Christmas. That said, for those without, If you aren’t in a position to the thought of how any presents purchase something, perhaps you whatsoever are going to find can donate something that would
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be of use to another family. Many families will be relying on thrift stores, such as Salvation Army and Too Good To Be Threw for their Christmas shopping. Donating to stores such as those will not only help the shopping needs of the less fortunate, but will also supply an infusion of cash into programs for the community’s disadvantaged. The Everyone Deserves a Smile project, which supplies basic hygienic and outdoor living needs for the homeless and needy, also requires our help with supplies, and there’s an easy way to contribute there. Just bring your bottles and cans to the Courtenay and Comox Return-It, and request that the money go to EDAS. And there are also the dayto-day needs of the likes of the Comox Valley Food Bank. As is always the case, residents of the Comox Valley, and every other community in this great country, will come to the aid of those less fortunate this Christmas season. The only shame is that, for many of us, that spirit only comes around at this time of the year. Imagine the good we could do if we treated each other this way every day. Terry Farrell is the editor of the Comox Valley Record
Unsuccessful Comox candidate expresses his gratitude Dear editor, Please allow me the courtesy of your column to express my gratitude to everyone who supported me in the recent election. Thank you to those who donated, allowed me to place DON DAVIS signs, gave me encouragement and congratula-
tions for running. Thanks as well to my nominators. It is humbling to even be thought of as worthy to run. It is the support of the great people that I meet during the process, and on a day-to-day basis, that motivates me to continue to stand for office. Thanks also to the other candidates, as it is their involvement that make the process interesting and worthwhile. Congratulations to
the successful candidates, the Town is in good hands. The big question now is will I run again? We have learned to never say never, so we will wait and see if I feel mentally and physically capable to give it another try. It is an honour to have served as a councillor in the past and continues to be so as a candidate. Sincerely DW (Don) Davis
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Editorial on civic election voter apathy spot on Dear editor, Your recent editorial on voter apathy in our recent civic election was right on the mark. Send your letter to editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com, or drop it off at the In spite of the many efforts of Record office, 765 McPhee Ave. Please keep letters to a maximum of 300 the Record (as well as others in words and sign with your name and hometown. We reserve the right to the community) to publicize and publish and to edit for space/clarity. inform voters on issues, candidates and voting information, the Another irony is that our elecpersonnel from our own comoverall turnout was abysmal. tion occurred only days after munity are serving in the Middle It is ironic that just a few Remembrance Day when we East to help protect the cause of weeks ago, one of the top news honoured the many veterans who freedom and peace. The least we stories around the world told of lost their lives for democracy and could do is vote. how protesting citizens in Hong a free vote. We are fortunate that we still Kong were prepared to face Our complacency borders on have a free press and both our incarceration or even death just insult to their bravery and their local papers did an admirable job for the right to have a say in sacrifice. Even today, military of encouraging, cajoling, informtheir government.
Letters to the Editor
Poor voter turnout an insult to campaigners Dear editor, Kudos to all who campaigned during this last election with ideas and ideals that they consider important enough to take time from their personal and business lives to campaign for their belief in a better Comox. It’s a lot of work, time and money and the poor voter turnout is an insult to the efforts of all campaigners. Voting in an election is our right — a right that in some countries is hard fought and sometimes not even possible. We are free to choose within a democratic process — although not perfect it seems to be the best and most desired political process on this planet. I’m appalled that in this beautiful little town of Comox, the voter turnout is an abysmal 41.4 per cent — this
figure is shameful. It’s particularly shameful with our election day close on the heels of Remembrance Day and the average Comox resident being ‘long in the tooth’ — whose families and friends would have been directly affected by the sacrifices made during past wars. What happened to making an effort, casting your ballot and the pride attached to standing up and being counted? Our freedom to do so was hard fought and should never be forgotten or diminished with passivity. Next election I will make it my priority to actively campaign for voters in support of all campaigners — to encourage all people of voting age (young and old) to cast their ballot. Lois North Comox
Thanks, Record, for ongoing support Dear editor, I attended a live performance at the Little Red Church in Comox last night. Rob Peterson is the co-ordinator for these events, and in his introduction of the band, he alluded to the continuing support extended by the Record in publicizing live music events in the Comox Valley. He stated that the paper is always available to provide much needed “ink” on behalf of groups seeking to attract an audience. This wonderful service is vital to the health of local entertainment. As a musician who has also enjoyed the Record’s ongoing support, I can corroborate Rob’s observations. Thank you sincerely for your unstinting support. Ian Parsons Silk Pajamas
need to build in a mandatory course designed appropriately for various age levels from K-12 and first-year college programs on civic responsibilities and democratic rights. At the end of the day, these are just tools because our free society ultimately will depend on the commitment of each individual citizen to help uphold the preservation of our rights and freedoms. Hopefully we don’t have to lose them before we understand.
Danielle Fortosky Area B
Shame on us all for not remembering the Merchant Navy Dear editor, Re Lack of recognition for the merchant navy. After the service at the Cenotaph last Nov. 11, 2013, I wrote to both the Courtenay and Comox legions. In my letter, I requested that they include the merchant navy in their remembrance. I also offered any help that I could give. I quoted that the Canadian merchant navy lost over 1,700 seamen. In the Second World War, the British merchant navy lost in excess of 30,000. The merchant navy has served in all conflict, going far back in time.
In the Second World War, they saw continuous action in the longest battle of the war; the Battle of the Atlantic. Without them there would have been no Battle of Britain, or indeed other fronts around the world. They risked life in tankers filled with high-octane fuel, ammunition, tanks and troop ships; not just for a day, but sometimes for months at sea - always aware of the U-boat, surface raiders, mines and enemy planes. They also served on what Winston Churchill called ‘the worst highway in the world,’ the run to the Arctic and Russia.
In the words of that famous man: “If blood was the price we had to pay for our freedom, then the men and women of the merchant navies, have paid in full.” At one time, we were known as the Fourth Service. Somewhere along the way, it has changed to ‘The Forgotten Service.’ Once again, this was proven at this year’s Remembrance. Shame on us all. Apologies to the Comox Legion, if indeed they did pay tribute to the merchant navy.
Dennis McGuckin British merchant navy veteran
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Thank you Paula Wild Dear editor, Last week, my friend, Paula Wild, informed me that she would be retiring from the Record as the arts and entertainment columnist. She has covered the arts and entertainment world in the Comox Valley for over 25 years. Her articles were meticulously researched and written, based on personal interviews in artists’ studios and first-hand analysis of visual and performance arts. I always looked forward to reading one of Paula’s reviews as I would learn so much about the art and the artist. I wish her continued success with her career as a writer, following upon the publication in 2013 of her award-winning book, The Cougar. I am sure that I join many others who will miss her significant contributions to the arts community and cultural vibrancy in the Comox Valley. Darrell Joan Tomkins Comox
ing, educating and providing a forum for debate in an attempt to increase the voter turnout. Obviously something more needs to be done. Perhaps in order to save ourselves from ourselves Canada may need to legislate the “right to vote” into a “duty to vote” upheld by law. Also, maybe now is the time we need to seriously look at online voting to make it easier for people in unusual circumstances to cast a ballot. Or, at the risk of expanding an already overloaded curriculum in schools and colleges, we may
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Cam Wigmore Trio at the Av Submitted Thursday (Nov. 27) is your opportunity to listen to cool jazz, in the newly converted Avalanche lounge, from three VIU graduates who are currently deeply etching their musical careers across Canada and international boundaries, when The Cam Wigmore Trio takes the stage at Avalanche Bar and Grill at 7:30. One of the great fortunes in Comox Valley is to be so closely situated near one of Canada’s leading jazz music education programs, at VIU in Nanaimo. This project (a.k.a. The Devoin/Shipley/Wigmore Trio) was the brainchild of saxophonist Wigmore, and it includes bassist/ vocalist Marisha Devoin and guitarist Brad Shipley in a highly innovative jazz trio setting. Their music is a combination of swing, bossa nova, and jazz standards, together with unique versions of standards that simply have to be heard to be believed. As Cam said in a recent interview, “The trio has a great deal of fun with the music, aiming for spirited interplay that makes our shows a treat to witness.”
Wigmore is a tenor saxophonist, band leader and freelance musician with 20 years of performing and teaching experience. He has performed and recorded across Canada with bands in the genres of jazz, classical, funk, swing, R&B, ska, rock and surf music. He has performed with Ken Lister, Pat Coleman, at the Port Theatre with David Gogo, at the TD International Victoria Jazz Festival in 2009 and 2010, and gigs regularly around the island with a number of different bands. Cameron has studied with Phil Dwyer, Pat LaBarbera, Don Thompson, Pat Coleman and Kirk MacDonald, among others. Marisha Devoin is an all-around musician, recording artist and educator. “Currently,” she explained, “I’m establishing roots back in my hometown of Nanaimo after years of performing worldwide on cruise ships and in the Vancouver theatre scene.” She was one of the first VIU Jazz Degree grads, and has since spent the majority of her time abroad performing on cruise ships, and in Vancouver musical theatre productions. But, “I’m an island girl at heart,
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B3 Kings Our amazing fall season slides toward winter, and the much anticipated B3 Kings Christmas concert on Dec. 20. Tickets are still available at Bop City and Red Carpet, but sales are brisk, so don’t delay if you want to avoid disappointment.
Ian Kennedy and Margaret Horsfield present their book Tofino and Clayoquot Sound: A History, tonight at the museum. Photos Submitted
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