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been done by this community, but we’ve had somebody at the helm of the ship leading it, coming up with The first meeting for Ladysmith’s ideas. Rob really does care.” Arnett read a poem he’d written newly-elected council was full of sharing the positive changes that ceremony and emotion. Mayor Aaron Stone received the have occurred in Ladysmith under chains of office and recited an Hutchins’ leadership in the last Oath of Office, along with Couns. 21 years and also listed highlights Duck Paterson, Steve Arnett, Carol from each term that Hutchins was Henderson, Rob Hutchins, Joe Fri- mayor. “He has been my son’s teacher, esenhan and Cal Fradin Dec. 1 at he has been my son’s coach, he’s the Ladysmith Seniors Centre. Presentations were made to out- been the guy at the bakery handing going councillors Glenda Patterson, out cinnamon buns at the close of Bill Drysdale and Jill Dashwood, day to kids going by, he’s been my thanking them for their years of friend, my mentor, somebody that we’ve occasionally butted heads on service to the community. And although Hutchins isn’t leav- in terms of ideas, and most of all, ing the council table, he is leaving he has been an example of how a the mayor’s seat after 21 years in good person should be,” he said. Arnett also acknowledged that position, and Paterson and Arnett both offered moving tributes Hutchins’ wife Susan for sharing him with the community for the to him. Paterson spoke about the many past 21 years. Arnett told Hutchins that he is changes that have occurred in Ladysmith since Hutchins has been grateful for his generosity, helpful mayor and how he has brought hands and his caring. together the Town, private busi- “You’ve been the face and the beatness and volunteers to build many ing heart of Ladysmith for the last community amenities, such as the 21 years, and we’re forever indebtTransfer Beach amphitheatre, For- ed to you,” he said. Hutchins said it has been an rest Field and many more. “We have a lot in this community, honour and a privilege to serve and it’s all because we have good as mayor of Ladysmith over these staff and we have an amazing pop- past 21 years, and he spoke about ulation, we have people who care the many reasons he is proud to be and are continuing to come,” he part of this community. Hutchins thanked every members said. “They’re coming because this is the type of community it is. We of council who have served with have a leader that had these visions, him over the last 21 years. “Through your collective efforts, and I’m not one for buzzwords, but Rob told me back in 1993 that he’s much has been accomplished,” he got a vision for this community, said. “I want to give thanks to the and it’s going to be a community small army of volunteers in our that cares, that’s going to grow and community’s commissions who look after people. And there has have provided so much support been oodles of things that have See Former Page 3

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Ladysmith Rotary Club’s latest international project will bring piped water to a relocation village in Guatemala. Mary and John Mulrooney will leave for Guatemala City on Jan. 12 and will travel to Antigua and then on to the mountains around Lake Atitlan. A local Mayan women’s group in San Lucas Toliman is committed to improving their own situation and that of other area communities. This year, John and Mary return to support them in their work with a group of displaced plantation workers and their families. These recent arrivals now have small brick houses without services. Sometime in late February, there will be a water tap beside each of the houses, which will improve life for the families in 17 homes. A Rotary Community Services Grant of local, Island and District funds will purchase the materials and some skilled labour. Mary, together with a Rotarian from Nanaimo, will also support the women’s group in making it possible for children to attend school with school supplies. Ladysmith Rotary will have a booth about the project Saturday, Dec. 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. outside Save-OnFoods. There will be free hot dogs compliments of Save-On-Foods, and it will be a chance to hear about this project and the other work of Rotary.

Campaign helps animals

Mike Wavrecan, who was raised in Ladysmith and now lives in Victoria, is currently producing a documentary entitled Vets Without Borders and crowdfunding the final stage of it. “We are trying to get the word out about spay and neuter clinics through this film and associated marketing,” he explained. Learn more at www. vetswithoutborders. com. A portion of each contribution will fund spays, neuters and vaccinations at future clinics in Guatemala and Mexico.

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Thanks and celebration were a theme when the councils from the Stz’uminus First Nation and the Town of Ladysmith came together Nov. 25 at the Ladysmith Maritime Society Welcome Centre. Following a celebration dinner, the two councils signed a Water and Sewer Services Agreement for the Town of Ladysmith to provide water and sanitary services to Stz’uminus Reserve Lands in the Oyster Bay and Kulleet Bay and Shell Beach areas, and outgoing mayor Rob Hutchins was honoured with a traditional blanketing ceremony. “It is a celebration for our communities, and I think it’s something we can move forward,” said Stz’uminus First Nation Chief John Elliott. Council members of the Stz’uminus First Nation and the Town of Ladysmith first signed a Community Accord in 2007, pledging to strengthen their relationship and work together on matters

of common interest. In 2012, the two councils renewed these commitments under the Naut’sa mawt Community Accord (which means “working together” in the Hul’qumi’num language). The Water and Sewer Services Agreement stems from the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed between the two communities in October 2012. It states that the Town of Ladysmith will provide water and sanitary services for 1,000 connections to the Stz’uminus First Nation’s IR12 Reserve Lands (Oyster Bay) and for 500 connections to the Stz’uminus IR13 Reserve Lands (Kulleet Bay and Shell Beach), plus potential capacity for additional units in the future. Servicing of the first 100 units on IR12 began in 2012 and continued into 2013. In a Joint Community Report presented during the community dinner, the Stz’uminus First Nation and Ladysmith councils say that next on the priority list are a Water and Sewer Services Agreement for the remain-

In one of his last acts as Ladysmith’s mayor, Rob Hutchins signs a Water and Sewer Services Agreement with Stz’uminus First Nation Chief John Elliott Nov. 25. LINDSAY CHUNG ing 900 units at IR12 and 500 units at IR13; a joint planning initiative for the waterfront and Ladysmith Harbour; inclusion of Stz’uminus First Nation’s history and place names in the Hul’qumi’num language as part of the Town’s new interpretive signage program; and co-ordination of water system rights of way on Crown Land. Hutchins says 2012 was a “watershed” year, when the Stz’uminus and Ladysmith councils signed the Naut’sa mawt Community Accord. “What followed that accord in May 2012

was a progress report in terms of how we do business together and an MOU, which all led to the Services Agreement,” he said. “We had to figure a way to manage the expectations in the MOU and the expectations in this, and I’m glad we had the tenacity and the vision that we were going to continue to work together.” “The Services Agreement, it’s a powerful document because it is the foundation of going forward,” he added. Hutchins spoke about the importance of bridging the gap between the two com-

Former council honoured at meeting From Page 1 over the years. I want to give thanks to our Town’s staff, whose dedication and passion for community is second to none. I want to recognize my family and my wife Susan, who gave so much support and sacrificed so much for many years. In leaving the role as mayor, I hope I have helped leave our community that much of a better place.” In his inaugural address, Stone recognized the departing councillors from the last term. “To Gord Horth, who isn’t here, he has done an amazing service to Ladysmith and his years of dedication have made our community a better place,” he said. “He’s made an investment in our town that surpasses most. I hold Gord in the highest regard. To Jill, Bill and Glenda, I know the work you’ve put in over this last term. It’s a challenging job serving such a broad and diverse group of citizens, and you did this service so very well.” He shared his excitement about the next four years with new and returning councillors.

munities, noting that when the two councils first got together in 2006, there was a lot of silence, and they had very little relationship and no friendship. “We have stumbled along the way, but I am so proud that we’re able to celebrate because we are passing on to others that follow a very different world for our two communities, and I’m optimistic that the foundation that’s been laid is going to take us to a place where all our children can enjoy and flourish and thrive in this beautiful land of the Stz’uminus First Nation,” said Hutchins. Hutchins also recognized Town staff and the Ladysmith Maritime Society for building bridges. Elliott also spoke about building, and about the importance of moving forward. “We just keep building for the next leaders, so 10 years down the road, they don’t battle the same issues we had to,” he said. “I want to thank everyone on behalf of the Stz’uminus. It’s important that we do this. It’s important that we move forward. … It’s about wanting to

make a difference, and we’ve all done it. All we’re going to do is continue to build.” During the evening, Hutchins and his wife Susan were honoured with a traditional blanketing ceremony, which acknowledges a new path in life and represents the protecting embrace of the entire Stz’uminus First Nation. “We want to honour Rob for his dedication to our communities and his hard work and his inspiration of always trying to make things work for all of us as a community and making sure we’re always coming together and finding common ground to move forward,” said Elliott. “We just want to, on behalf of Stz’uminus, do a ceremony that Rob can look back and say we do care, we do appreciate the hard work you’ve done on behalf of the town. We want to do a blanketing ceremony so he can someday say ‘I need something to lean on or something to hold me,’ and this is what we do to make sure we help guide the next steps you’re going to take in your career.”

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Police investigations are continuing after police raided homes in Nanaimo and Ladysmith. The search warrants were carried out during the morning of Dec. 4 at a house at Ladysmith’s new council was sworn in Dec. 1 at the Ladysmith Seniors 610 Harewood Rd. Centre. Here, from left, are: Coun. Duck Paterson, Coun. Steve Arnett, in Nanaimo and at a Coun. Carol Henderson, Mayor Aaron Stone, Coun. Rob Hutchins, Coun. house on Prospect Joe Friesenhan and Coun. Cal Fradin. LINDSAY CHUNG Drive in Ladysmith’s “There are some great chal- for the future of our little town. North Oyster district lenges but so many more great Ask hard questions. Make solid near Yellow Point. Mounties brought in opportunities in front of us,” plans. Working together to he said. “I believe we have a build a foundation for our fu- the Vancouver Island strong group with the experi- ture. Those aren’t just slogans Emergency Response ence, passion and perspective or buzzwords. It’s the new or- Team for both searchthat will be required to make der of business. Thank you all; es due to “activities the most of what lies ahead.” this has been an amazing ex- associated with the In his address, Stone thanked perience. The real work starts individuals at each loand applauded the citizens of now. So with that, let’s do this.” cation,” according to a Ladysmith who got involved in Paterson was appointed police press release. “Information obthis election, spoke up, shared deputy mayor until May, and their visions and voted. Hutchins was chosen as the tained through the “For a kid who grew up here, Town’s Cowichan Valley Re- course of the investithis is a big deal,” he said. “ I gional District director until gation lead officers to have never been so excited for June 2015, with Stone as the believe there may be firearms in the homes; the future of our community, alternate director.

also, the individuals associated to the houses, were known to be violent,” Nanaimo RCMP spokesman Const. Gary O’Brien said in an e-mail to the Nanaimo News Bulletin. Two women and two men were arrested at the Harewood Road residence and one woman was arrested on Prospect Drive. The searches and arrests were made without incident. RCMP clandestine lab specialists were at both scenes, conducting investigations, seizing chemicals and gathering other evidence. O’Brien said more information will be available when the searches are completed. — With files from the Nanaimo News Bulletin

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Sandy Jasper of Elf Song performs at last year’s Ladysmith Celebration of Light. Elf Song will be back at the Eagles Hall for this year’s event, which takes place Friday, Dec. 19, along with many more local musicians. File Photo ficial event, but we’ve ence. I think at Christdon’t it for three years mas time, people are in a row at the Eagles feeling generous and Hall,” said Marny Bea- thinking of others, and ton, one of the orga- so this is the best time nizers. “ “The Eagles to hold something like have been so amazing, this. This year, we dedonating the hall to us, cided we’re going to and they’ve been very try to expand our givgenerous as well.” ing and give something The Celebration of to the soup kitchen as Light is a Christmas well.” fundraiser for the Proceeds from ticket Ladysmith Food Bank sales and the food and the soup kitchen donations will go to run by local townsfolk, the food bank, while chaired by The Rock there will be donation Christian Fellowship jars on each table, and sponsored by local the money from those businesses, service jars will go to the soup clubs, individuals and kitchen. churches. This year’s musical Beaton says last lineup features Skellig, year’s Celebration of Dead Byrds, Ryan McLight raised more than Mahon, Elf Song, Ken$4,000 and a truck- dall Patrick and the load of food for the Headless Bettys, Chris Ladysmith Food Bank. Andres and Little Nec“The community re- tar, and there will be ally supports it, and carols by The Celebrathat’s why we keep do- tion Brass Band. ing it,” she said. “We There are many fesfeel it makes a differ- tive goodies for those

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who attend, as the price of admission includes homemade baked treats, cookies donated by In The Beantime Cafe and hot drinks donated by Starbucks. “It’s just a great night,” said Beaton. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the music goes from 7-10 p.m. at the Ladysmith Eagles Hall. Admission is $7.50 per person, plus a cash or food donation for the Ladysmith Food Bank, and tickets are available at the Ladysmith Resources Centre Association at 630 Second Ave. Celebration of Lights organizers say the preferred items for the Food Bank are peanut butter; canned meat and fish; canned chili, stew and baked beans; canned pasta sauce; and canned vegetables.

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Many people have donated to Christmas Cheer Fund so far Editor: The Ladysmith Resources Centre Association would like to acknowledge the following people for providing donations to the Christmas Cheer Fund, up to Dec. 2: Audrey & Peder Jensen Donalda Smith Schulson Family Allan &Louise Epp Heather Owsanski Bob &Lois Robertson Bethel Tabernacle Brian & Patricia MacFarlane Barry & Jacqueline Dashwood Doug Quance William W Brown Frank & Ev Crucil Wilma Wickham Lis & Rex Farrell Blair Jette Wendy Sayers Ted & Tricia Blightt Bill & Sharon Crossen Brian & Carroll McLaurin Barbara Lorimer Linda & Alvin Isaac Van Horne Family Ladysmith Auxiliary, Ladysmith District 171 Royal Canadian Legion Fraternal Order of Eagles Anonymous (4) Total: $3,770 Barb Champagne Ladysmith Resources Centre Association

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Ladysmith shows its big heart Editor: Ladysmith, a small community with a big heart. A fitting description for our community. On Sunday, Nov. 16, a family event was held at Holland Creek Trail to fundraise for my granddaughter and her family. Thank you to my colleagues at Ladysmith Primary School for organizing a fun, educational, family event. Thank you to Allison Hyatt (and baby Blythe), who was on hand taking professional photos of families along the trail. Thank you to Cole Battie, a biologist, for volunteering his time and knowledge. Thank you to Glenn Popenko, Ken Dodd and Chantal Dodd, who volunteered to be forest educators. Also to Ladysmith Secondary School students who volunteered to guide families to spy for nature items along the trail. We wish to thank SaveOn-Foods and 49th Parallel Grocery stores for putting together gift baskets with short notice for our raffle draw. Thank you to Old Town Bakery for providing cookies and to Tim Hortons for providing Timbits.

The Ladysmith Sportsmen Club’s Glenn Popenko explains about salmon fry to Dayle Johnsen, Teagan Lamport and Sabrina Lamport during a fundraising family nature walk Nov. 16 at the Holland Creek Trail in Ladysmith. TERESA MCKINLEY Thank you to Nanaimo Costco for providing hot chocolate and cups. On Sept. 16, I read an article on the front page of the Chronicle written [about] Misty Dmytar. I share her mission to bring awareness to neuroblastoma, the incredible care and support at Children’s Hospital and her participation in the Tour de Rock. At the time, my three-year-old granddaughter was undergoing tests, which revealed a malignant neuroblastoma tu-

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Giving is so ingrained in the Chemainus Health Care Auxiliary that when the auxiliary received a major philanthropy award last month, auxiliary members took the time during the awards ceremony to present a $60,000 donation to the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation. The Chemainus Health Care Auxiliary (CHCA) won the Outstanding Philanthropic Service Club Award during the National Philanthropy Day event Nov. 18 in Victoria. The award recognizes a civic or service club that has demonstrated exceptional commitment and leadership in the community through service and financial support and through encouragement and motivation of others to take leadership roles toward philanthropy and community involvement. CHCA members Helen Williamson, Susan Beaubier, Donna McCasky, Marie Hinchsliff, Grace Reay and Curl Twentyman attended the awards ceremony, and they presented a cheque for $60,000 to Jessica Bell of the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation during the ceremony. “When our auxiliary was announced as the winner of our category, both Helen and Susan spoke to the attendees,” reports CHAC member Mimi Zuyderduyn. “Our cheque presentation for $60,000 to Jessica received a standing ovation. During the reception, many people spoke to our delegates, offering congratulations. Judith Guichon, the Lieutenant Gover-

Chemainus Health Care Auxiliary members (front from left) Helen Williamson, Susan Beaubier, Curl Twentyman, Grace Reay and (back from left) Donna McCasky and Marie Hinchsliff were in Victoria last month to accept the Outstanding Philanthropic Service Club Award. PHOTO COURTESY OF ORANGEFROGSTUDIO.COM nor of British Colum- BC Children’s Hospi- dren’s Hospital, the bia, offered her per- tal Foundation, and CHCA also supports sonal congratulations the $60,000 donation the Chemainus Health brings their contribu- Care Centre, Cowichan to Helen and Grace.” CHCA past president tion so far to $335,000. District Hospital, Royal Susan Beaubier says “We feel very fortu- Jubilee Hospital and auxiliary members nate to have been the Vancouver General were delighted to win recipient of their gen- Hospital, among others. this award. erosity over the past The CHCA has about “It was thrilling, to many years,” said Bell. 176 volunteers, and say the least,” she said. “They are a wonderful Beaubier says they “We had a very, very and very committed put in 48,000 volunteer warm response from and dedicated group, hours last year. They the audience. We’re so and it’s been our plea- have a staff of three very proud and pleased sure having the oppor- who work diligently to to be the recipients tunity to work with keep the Thrift Shop this year.” them on helping to flowing well, and they Jessica Bell, the phi- support the kids in are able to employ lanthropy officer for B.C. The money they three students in partBC Children’s Hospital have pledged will help time roles, she exFoundation — Vancou- to build a brand-new plained. ver Island, nominated BC Children’s HospiBeaubier says people the Chemainus Health tal, which will be an come from all over Care Auxiliary for the incredible resource for the Island to donate Outstanding Philan- children all across B.C., their items to the thropic Service Club including those living Chemainus Health Award and was at the on Vancouver Island.” Care Auxiliary Thrift ceremony when the Beaubier says aux- Store and to shop, and auxiliary won. iliary members are they even have people “It was an incred- working very hard, pri- from Alberta who stop ibly special night, I marily through their by during their annual think, for both our Thrift Shop, to raise visits to shop and bring organization and the the funds to meet their in their donations. Chemainus Health goal. “Thanks to the work Care Auxiliary,” said “We can’t do it with- of our earlier auxiliary Bell. “We were thrilled out the tremendous members and all the they were celebrated support we get from ones who have served for the work they do in the community, in in the past, we have a the community, and we terms of donating their very good reputation,” also were very touched used goods to us and she said. “We feel we to be the recipient of those who come to have a good reputation, such a generous gift.” shop,” she said. “It’s and we work hard to The CHCA has made definitely a community maintain that. We set a commitment to do- initiative.” high standards for ournate $500,000 to the Besides BC Chil- selves.”

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The Ladysmith Camera Club’s Photo of the Month for November was “Photographer’s Dream,” taken by Nanaimo-based photographer Brian Clemens early one morning on the famous Charles Bridge in Prague, Czech Republic. The theme for the month was “Mist & Fog.” The Ladysmith Camera Club’s next meeting is its annual social potluck and AGM Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 7 p.m. in Hardwick Hall at the corner of High Street and Third Avenue in Ladysmith. Everyone is welcome. There is no dropin fee. BRIAN CLEMENS

Christmas Spectacular lives up to its name Lindsay Chung THE CHRONICLE

If you love music and dance, you’ll love the Yellowpoint Christmas Spectacular. The Yellowpoint Christmas Spectacular (YPCS) lives up to its name in this, its eighth year. The 2014 edition of the music and dance extravaganza features Christmas music and montages celebrating the music of Dolly Parton, Elton John, West Side Story, the BeeGees, CCR, and from the movie, The Grinch, along with charming readings, a fun audience sing-along and a Christmas quiz. It’s a formula for a wonderful afternoon or evening of live entertainment, and during a sold-out matinee show on Dec. 6, it had the very-appreciative audience clapping and singing along for the entire two-hour show. Each year when the production comes to the Cedar Community Hall, the hall be-

comes a magical winter won- All four have incredible voicderland, filled with wreaths, es and great stage presence. Christmas trees and sparkling Dancers Claire Wardle, Sierlights and decorations. From ra Brewerton, Chelsea Presthe moment you walk in, ton, Jaimie Ashworth and you’re transported to a land Emma Stewart are all great of sparkles, smiles, laughter performers who can not only and magic. There’s even a dance, but also really convey Christmas sale, and you can the feel of the song they are purchase hot apple cider and dancing to. The music is promincemeat tarts to complete vided by a live band, which stays on stage the entire the Christmas experience. The singers, dancers and time to tie the whole show musicians featured in the Yel- together. The band features lowpoint Christmas Spectac- violinist James Mark (who ular are all fantastic. There is also the musical director is so much talent up on that and arranger), bassist David stage. This year’s cast fea- Baird, saxophone and guitar tures Eva Tavares, a soprano player Steve Jones, keyboard singer who recently com- player Barry Miller and drumpleted her Bachelor of Music mer Michael Wright. at UBC Opera; Cate RichThe YPCS follows a similar ardson, an alto singer from formula each year, but the Nanaimo who is performing tributes change each time, in the YPCS for the second and there are always new year; Evan Gow, a tenor who things to appreciate. For me, recently graduated from highlights this year were Studio 58 in Vancouver; and the Dolly Parton and Elton Alexander Nicoll, a baritone John montages and the cute who grew up in Courtenay. “Twelve Days to Christmas”

snippets. But it’s pretty hard to choose favorurites when everything really is so great. The YPCS is produced and directed by Katy BowenRoberts, who grew up in Ladysmith and now lives in Comox. It’s always a nice moment when she comes out to address the crowd, thank the sponsors and sing, and this year, her rendition of Etta James’ “At Last” is just beautiful. If you haven’t yet made the YPCS part of your holiday tradition, this would be great year to do it. The show runs until Dec. 21, with performances at the Cedar Community Hall until Dec. 14. There are also shows at the Sid Williams Theatre in Courtenay and the Port Theatre in Nanaimo. Tickets are on sale through the Port Theatre Box Office at 250-754-8550. For more information, visit www.yellowpointchristmasspectacular.ca.

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Dance students at Chemainus Secondary School are set to share their skills during two big nights this week. The Chemainus Secondary School dance class is hosting its annual Dance Showcase Wednesday, Dec. 10 and Thursday, Dec. 11 at the school. Chemainus Secondary School dance teacher Ashley Bell says there is no theme to this year’s Dance Showcase, and the performances will feature a wide variety of styles of dance, including hip hop, Bollywood, African, dancehall, musical theatre, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, country and tap. Fifty students from grades 9-12 will be performing. “The students have been learning new choreography for the

various dance styles Showcase. every 10-15 days,” Bell “How often do you said in an e-mail inter- have the opportunity view. “Some students to see a live dance are in both [dance] show on the Island?” classes and have any- she asked. “The stuwhere between eight dents need a lively and 10 dances to re- audience, and the exmember. The opening perience for them is number is a mash-up unforgettable. Come of the students’ cho- out and support the reography. They have dance students at all been working col- Chemainus Secondary. laboratively to put it We promise, we will together. It is wonder- have you rocking in ful to see how creative your seat!” they can be.” The Dance Showcase Bell says that as a starts at 7 p.m. both teacher, she most nights, with doors looks forward to the opening at 6:30 p.m. excitement and the enTickets are on sale ergy on the day of the at the Chemainus Secshowcase. ondary School front “Some students sur- office, as well as the prise me and totally door, and are $7 for steal the show,” she adults, $5 for students said. “I look forward and seniors and $20 to those moments.” for a family of four Bell says that if (two adults and two people like television students/seniors). shows like So You All audience memThink You Can Dance bers will have a or Dancing With The chance to win a door Stars, they must come prize each night, and to the Chemainus Sec- there will be a raffle ondary School Dance and a bake sale.

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Basketball up and running at LSS

The high school basketball season has begun at Ladysmith Secondary School, with teams taking to the court a number of times this month. The LSS senior girls’ basketball team, coached by Daryl Rodgers, opened its season Dec. 2 with a loss to Wellington. The girls play at Ballenas today (Dec. 9) and then take part in a Dec. 12-13 tournament in Surrey before playing their first home game Tuesday, Dec. 6 at 6 p.m. against Isfeld. LSS’s senior boys play an away game today at Kwalikum and will be competing at the Mark Isfeld Tournament Dec. 12-13. They make their home debut Thursday, Dec. 18 against Woodlands. The Grade 9 girls play their first home game this week, as they host Nanaimo Christian School Wednesday, Dec. 10 at 3:30 p.m.

Early birds can register for Island Race Series

Early Bird Registration for the 2015 Frontrunners Island Race Series is now open The 34th running of the series will go from January until April 2015, with eight races ranging from 5Ks to a half marathon. The early registration fee is $120. After that, late registration until Jan. 11 will be $150. The races include the Harriers Pioneer 8K on Jan. 11, Cobble Hill 10K on Jan. 25, Cedar 12K on Feb. 8, Hatley Castle 8K on Feb. 22, Synergy Health Management Bazan Bay 5K on March 8, Comox Valley RV Half Marathon on March 22, Merville 15K on April 12, and Sooke River 10K on April 19. New this year is Charity Partner, the Victoria Hospitals Foundation. Register online for the series at www.vira.bc.ca.

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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 7:00 pm The 10th annual CinLadysmith Resources Centre namon Bun Fun Run 630 Second Avenue Upper Floor hit a new high, raising a We cordially invite any and all interested persons to attend. record 6,340 pounds of Refreshments provided. food for the Ladysmith For further please call Ave, 250-245-3079Upper Floor 630information Second Food Bank. Memberships will be available at the door and will be requiredBC for Ladysmith, voting on Association Business. Cinnamon Bun Fun Run race director John Topic: Feeding the Hungry Mountain, a member of Speaker: Steve Sharpe the Ladysmith Striders Running Group that organizes this annual fun run, says it looks Runners and walkers leave the Frank Jameson Community Centre to start the like the 465 runners 10th annual Cinnamon Bun Fun Run Nov. 30. LINDSAY CHUNG “Peace and walkers came to on Earth... the Nov. 30 event at the Chronicle. “There for the local business as the final two draw Goodwill prizes.” the Frank Jameson was even someone community. “We had plenty of The Ladysmith StridCommunity Centre in visiting from Telkwa to All!” Ladysmith with eight in northern B.C. who support from local ers Running Group has to 10 food items each, ended up being one businesses, and, like been organizing this which is far more than of the last ones to fin- last year, LCU In- event since the beginLorne wishes you the five-item entry fee ish the 10K distance surance, Town of ning. a Merry Christmas Parks “They are a real dediand helped them sur- and became the event Ladysmith and a pass last year’s record winner with a time and Rec, Old Town cated bunch of runners Happy New Year! that almost matched Bakery, Ladysmith that feel very strongly of 5,000 pounds. The fun run also her predicted time to and District Credit of giving back to the raised more than the exact second. It Union, Starbucks Cof- community in a way $2,849 for the just goes to show that fee, and PAR4 DJ Ser- that provides support Ladysmith Food Bank. it doesn’t matter what vices pitched in with to those less fortunate “This year, partici- the level your running resources to make it among us — it’s the Lorne Gait pants again traveled or walking happens all happen,” he said. main reason why we 250-245-0545 Frontrun- created this charity to Ladysmith from all to be — anyone with “Nanaimo Coast Realty, Ladysmith. over the Island, with a a sharp sense of time ners — also a huge event to collect food 410A First Avenue supporter — donated for the Ladysmith Food very large contingent can win!” This year, the Cinna- a pair of both women’s Bank,” said Mountain. coming from Nanaimo Full results can be followed by Ladysmith mon Bun Fun Run sold and men’s New Balance running shoes found online at http:// and Duncan,” Moun- out in six days. Mountain is grateful that were given away racedaytiming.ca. tain said in an e-mail to

High school basketball begins at LSS Greg Sakaki FOR THE CHRONICLE

It was the first game of the season and at times, it looked that way, but there were some hoops highlights out there, too. The Ladysmith 49ers senior girls started the basketball season with a 66-17 home loss against the Wellington Wildcats last Tuesday (Dec. 2). “When you’re just practising and watching them over and over, it’s harder to tell, because you’re just playing against each other, but it’s good to see they moved the ball around, a lot of talking, everybody took their roles,” said Bill Fraser, co-coach of the Wildcats. Olivia Mjaaland had 31 points for Welling-

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ton and Shania Shabbas added eight. Marika Grubac led Ladysmith with nine points. Coach Daryl Rodgers said the 49ers had only had one practice before the season started. “Obviously it showed out there,” he said. “The first couple games are definitely going to be a struggle.” Some of the team’s key players were transitioning from one court sport to another, coming off the volleyball provincial tournament just days earlier. “Once they get into shape and start learning to use the basketball again instead of the volleyball, it will Ladysmith 49ers player Shelby Dorman-Banks be a lot better,” Rodg- looks to pass the ball during the season opener ers said. against the Wellington Wildcats. GREG SAKAKI

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ORDANO, Rudolph Robert Fred Who left this world to be with his Lord, December 9th, 2004. This loneliness without you, Tells of special moments shared, And says across the miles, Just how much weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve always cared. The emptiness that comes with just the memory of your touch, That shares a feeling from within that says â&#x20AC;&#x153;I miss you so very muchâ&#x20AC;?.

March 6, 1927 (Keystown, Sask.) ~ December 5, 2013 (North Nanaimo) In Gods blessing for life, not to depart our love of togetherness. For one to stand alone, loving remembers, Arvo Vaino

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ROCHON, Lana September 23, 1946 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; November 19th 2014 With Faith, Dignity and a heart still so full of love our dear wife, mom, Gramma, and GG passed away at home with her lifetime love Jack holding her hand. Predeceased by her father Allen, Mother Carmel and Sister Diane. Survived by her devoted husband Jack of 49 years, her son Mike (Diana) Rochon of Ladysmith, daughter Jackie Boutilier of Lantzville, six grandchildren Trevor, Tyler, and Russell Rochon, Carson Mullin, Dayton and Kiera Boutilier and two great grandchildren Dax and Harlo Rochon. Cousin Terry Haugen Kaal & Karen Haugen (Dylan and Samantha) Khristen Haugen of Port Alberni. Nieces Laura Thompson (Mandy) Karen Porter, Katie (Jim) Stark, (Alana and Spencer) of USA. Jeter her faithful dog. Lana was an amazing person and a friend to all. She was a woman that regardless of what was going on in her own life would always ask about your life first. People gravitated to her as her smile was huge, laughter contagious and words sincere. She worked a few different jobs throughout her life, Pharmacy Assistant, BC Tel Operator, matte cutter in an art gallery, store clerk and even waitressed in her younger years. Her biggest job and claim to fame was supporting and loving her husband and family. Lana could be seen cheering at hockey games, ballgames, track meets, dance recitals, and fashion shows. If there was an event or game that her grandchildren were involved in she was there encouraging, loving and supporting. A very unselfish soul who volunteered 15â&#x20AC;&#x2122; years with the Chemainus Hospital Auxiliary. Lana also had many great years curling at the Duncan curling Club. Jack and Lana started out together playing in a Friday night mixed league. Eventually Lana would branch out to join a Wednesday night Ladies League. What started out as a sport for her ended up giving her more than she ever imagined. Her â&#x20AC;&#x153;teamâ&#x20AC;? of ladies became â&#x20AC;&#x153;extended familyâ&#x20AC;? the love and friendship of these girls is eternal. A sincere thank you goes out to Dr. Manhas, Pastor Edgar Unrau, Ladysmith Home Support, and Daina Allenby for your continual support, guidance and love not only for Lana, but our entire family. Please join us December 20th, 2014 at 1:00 pm at The Chemainus Calvary Baptist Church, 3318 River Road, Chemainus, BC. Bring your stories, your memories, and your happy faces, wear your biggest smile, and something bright and cheery. Lana would like it this way. â&#x20AC;&#x153;IF YOU ARE THINKING OF ME, I AM WALKING BESIDE YOUâ&#x20AC;? -Gâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;NITE KIND MOONFIRST MEMORIAL FUNERAL SERVICES Condolences may be shared online at www.dignitymemorial.com

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HOLLAND, Erika Cathleen March 22, 1985 - November 28, 2014 Erika leaves her loving parents Cathy & Michael Holland; her only sister Your LOCAL NEWS Michelle Source Pearson, 250-245-2277 brother-in-law Chris Pearson and nephew Gavin Pearson. Her family meant everything Book yours to her. by Phone

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

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PRODUCTION WORKERS Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Largest Independently owned newspaper group is currently looking for Part Time Production Workers for its Ladysmith location. This is an entry level general labour position that involves physical handling of newspapers and advertising supplements. REQUIREMENTS: â&#x20AC;˘ Prior bindery and/or machine operator experience would be an asset â&#x20AC;˘ Motivated self-starter willing to work in a fast paced environment performing repetitive tasks â&#x20AC;˘ Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for long periods of time â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to work cooperatively in a diverse, team based environment â&#x20AC;˘ Must be reliable, dependable, have excellent communication skills and good attention to detail. â&#x153;ąAfternoon and evening shifts 8-16 hours per week. $11.25 an hour Interested parties may drop off their resumes between 9am and 5pm at:

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in Port Hardy. Email: health-director@kwakiutl.bc.ca for job description or to apply by Dec. 14th, or fax (250) 949-6066. MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

TRADES, TECHNICAL CEDA is Hiring! Labourers & Operators â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Turnaround Projects QualiďŹ cations include: Physically demanding Clean driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abstract Travel within Alberta Class 1/3 driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license an asset To submit resume please visit online: www.cedagroup.com SKILLED TRADES! Experienced welders and completions team members needed in Grande Prairie, AB. Welders, B-Pressure, Sand Blasters, Painters, Insulators. Fly in - Fly out with 1 week at home a month. Accommodation provided. Alberta wages without the expenses! send resume to: hr@westernmanufacturing.ca www.westernmanufacturing.ca

WORK WANTED RESIDENT FARM Supervisor available spring-fall. Start-ups. DiversiďŹ cation. Succession. Sales, purchasing and shop experience. Ranch. Nursery. Vegetable. Greenhouse builder. Fair Spanish. Bob Crocker 604-842-2378.

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES HOME IMPROVEMENTS 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.

STEEL BUILDINGS. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Really big sale!â&#x20AC;? All steel building models and sizes. Plus extra savings. Buy now and we will store until spring. Call Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 or visit online: www.pioneersteel.ca WINTER TIRES: set of 4, good tread 225/55R17 $300. Two running boards good cond(best offer) 250-416-0346

REAL ESTATE COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL RESORT VILLAGE of Candle Lake, SK. Newly renovated restaurant on a .47 acre lot 2nd ďŹ&#x201A;oor residential, 3 bedrooms. Sale incl: land, building, equipment, business. Call 306-929-4999.

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PLUMBING A SERVICE PLUMBER. Licence, Insured. Drains, HWT, Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Repairs. Senior Discounts. After Hour Service. Call Coval Plumbing, 250709-5103.

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TIMBERLAND MOBILE Home Park; 2 mobile home lots for rent at $450/mo; 1 on Family side and 1 Seniors. Call (250)245-3647.

HOMES FOR RENT

ALL PROPERTIES RENTED WANTED Quality Rentals to add to our Property Management Portfolio JOHN BOOTH 250-245-2252 Royal LePage Property Management www.royallepagenanaimo.ca

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SUITES, LOWER Ladysmith: 2 bedroom. Includes hydro and parking. N/S, N/P. #250-245-4638. LADYSMITH- NEW 2 brdm ocean view suite, 7appls, builtin vac, gas F/P, 2 car carport. $1100+ utils. (250)924-6649.

TRANSPORTATION HARMONY ESTATES- 1851 Sandra Place, 4 bdrm, 2.5 baths Rancher. Lovingly updated with heated ďŹ&#x201A;oors, new windows, new carpet, 6 fairly new appliances. Fenced yard boasts a workshop, storage unit, separate ofďŹ ce/playhouse, RV parking. Wheelchair accessible. To View call Roz 250-701-5751.

WINTER tires on steel rims. 4 units. P225/55R18 Federal Himalaya SUV Used on a Trebeca 2012 unit. Est. Km 3,000. At Integra in storage. 250-739-0338 or ďŹ&#x201A;euchats@gmail.com

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APARTMENT/CONDO LADYSMITH: $1350/mo. 55+ Building, 385 Davis Rd, Ocean & Harbour Views, 2 Bdrm suite avail Dec. 1st. 250-246-5688.

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NORTH LADYSMITH- 2 bdrm, 1100 sqft, walkout, CV, W/D, F/S, N/S, pets ok. $750/mo Call 250-245-4809.

* Gutters * Windows * Siding * Moss Removal * Pressure washing Mill Bay/Duncan 250-743-3306 Chemainus/Ladysmith 250-324-3343

RETAIL STORE for lease, prime location, downtown Ladysmith, Call 250-245-7292.

Meicor Properties Chemainus: Lockwood Villa. Well kept bldg, 1 bdrm $650 incl heat & hot water, available now. N/S, 1 small pet welcome. 250-709-2765. www.meicorproperties.com Meicor Properties Ladysmith: 2 bdrm 4th ďŹ&#x201A;r $860/mo. Includes heat & hot water, small pets OK. 250-924-6966. www.meicorproperties.com

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2010 SUBARU LEGACY Reduced to $14,800. 35,000 km, Automatic transmission with paddles on steering wheel, Air conditioning, Heated seats & mirrors, AWD. Dark blue. Keyless entry plus many extras including iPod jack, CD player, block heater, â&#x20AC;&#x153;hill holderâ&#x20AC;?, spare tire, etc. Michelle 250-710-7905 (Duncan) RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE APPLIANCES 15 CU.FT. upright deep freeze, $125. 8 cu ft deep freeze, $150. Almond 15 cu ft fridge, $175. White apt. size fridge, $200. White 30â&#x20AC;? range, $150. 30â&#x20AC;? almond range, $125. White 30â&#x20AC;? propane stove, $150. Black 30â&#x20AC;? range, $200. Kenmore Washer dryer sets, $300-$350. Washers, $150$250. Dryers, $100-$150. Apt size staking washer/dryer, $250. Built-in dishwashers, $100-$150. White portable dishwasher, $150. Black Kenmore built-in dishwasher, $150. 6 month warranty on all appliances. Please call Greg at (250)246-9859.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE RENFREW SLATE: Patio Stones 2.5 tons, 1 inch thickness, large pieces. To view phone 250-246-4909.

Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Happening Email items for publication to production@ladysmithchronicle.com with the subject line containing "What's Happening". This is a free service for non-profit groups that runs as space allows. Please keep length to 25 words or less.

On Going LADYSMITH FOOD BANK - Open Tues

mornings 9 - 12. 630 Second Ave, Ladysmith. LADYSMITH DOWNTOWN BUSINESS ASSOCIATION - meets on the third Thursday of each month, 7:30 am upstairs at the Legion. This dedicated group of business owners discuss everything businessrelated in Ladysmith from partnerships with organizations, upcoming events, business strategies and tips, website performance and sometimes, a guest

speaker. CHRONIC PAIN SUPPORT GROUP meets 3rd Mon of each month 5:15-6:45 Ladysmith Community Health Centre - 1111-4th Ave, Room 101 www.chronicpainsupport. ca 250-667-5587 SING FOR PURE JOY! - meets on Saturdays, 7-8:30 pm in the 2nd floor lounge of The Lodge on 4th singforpurejoy@gmail. com or (250) 285-3764 STROKE RECOVERY GROUP: Survivors and caregivers meet every Thursday at 11 am in the basement Activity Room of Bethel Tabernacle, 1149 Fourth Ave. Programs include exercises and tips for managing activities. Call Ken or Flo 250-245-8199. BINGO - LADYSMITH Every Wed - 6:30 pm, Doors 5 pm, St. Mary's Church Hall. Info call 250-245-3079. Sponsored by Ladysmith Resources Centre Association HARÂVEST HOUSE FOOD BANK Chemainus. Friday, Info call 250-246-3455. BINGO Chemainus Senior Dropin Centre. Mondays, 6:40 pm. Info: Murray 250-2469968. NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH Volunteers needed. 250-245-1118. MEALS ON WHEELS Ladysmith meals delivered Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays. Volunteer drivers needed. Call Pearl: 250-245-3844. LADYSMITH LEGION Mondays, crib, 7 p.m. Meat draws: Saturdays 2 5:15 pm, Fridays 4-6 pm, Sundays 3-5 pm, Darts: Wednesdays, 7 pm, Line dancing: Thursdays 9-11 am, Fridays: pool, 8 pm, 250-245-2273. CANADIAN FEDERATION of UNIVERSITY WOMEN Nanaimo branch. Meets 4th Monday of each month. St. Andrews Presbyterian. 7 pm. Karen: 250-756-9508. BINGO Every Fri, 6:45 p.m., Chemainus Legion branch #191. Doors open 5 p.m. WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY SUPPORT GROUP - 3rd. Wed. of the month, 6:30 7:30 pm, Inn on Long Lake, 4700 North Island Hwy. Nanaimo. All welcome

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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas...

Families in Ladysmith celebrated the third annual Old Tyme Christmas and Candlelight Walk Dec. 5 in downtown Ladysmith. Here, eight-year-old Autumn Langdon shares a laugh with Santa in left photo, while nine-and-a-half-year-old Chloe Jones and her mother Shauna show off the candle lanterns they just made in the candle lantern making workshop inside Antique Addict; and Kristin Kuhn helps two-year-old Seth colour upstairs at the Legion during the childminding provided by volunteers from Oceanview Community Church. The event, presented by the Ladysmith Downtown Business Association, featured a candlelight walk, horse and carriage rides, open fires, an Elf on the Shelf scavenger hunt and treats and activities inside many businesses. Some downtown businesses are continuing the late-night shopping farther into December and will stay open until 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 12 and Friday, Dec. 19. LINDSAY CHUNG

At left, four-year-old Annabell meets a snowman on the street during the ninth annual Chemainus Christmas Walking Tour Dec. 6, while at right, Leena Cameron of Top Hat Antiques helps a young customer enter a draw inside the store. The Chemainus Christmas Walking Tour featured music and entertainment, tastings and treats and door prizes in various businesses in downtown Chemainus. ALLISON CROSSLEY

It was a very festive weekend in Ladysmith this past weekend. At left, the choir from St. Joseph’s Elementary School in Chemainus performs during the 36th annual Ladysmith Festival of Choirs Dec. 7 at Bethel Tabernacle, while, in right photos, youngsters enjoy Ladysmith Family and Friends’ Breakfast With Santa Dec. 6 at Aggie Hall. In middle photo, three-year-old Naomi dances to the Christmas music, while at right, three-month-old Grace shows up dressed for the occasion. ALLISON CROSSLEY

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