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An election, a flood, a teachers’ strike and the miraculous story of Jamie Sproule were just a few of the news items that made headlines in 2014. The Comox Valley Record will look back on the year that was with the two editions this week. Today, we review some of the top local stories of the first six months. We will follow up with the final six months of 2014 in our next edition.

Pictured, clockwise from left Jamie Sproule was found alive by searchers five days after going missing from his Cumberland home (inset, celebrations at the Sproule residence, the evening Jamie was found - inset photo courtesy CTV Vancouver Island); Despite school closures, Sharks were in full swim following a snow dump in February — until coach Kris loosened the training reins. The senior squads hopped out of the pool and went for a quick break in the snow (photo courtesy Tara Ryan); a Record year in review publication would not be complete without a fantastic photo courtesy Tanja Kerr. This sunrise photo was taken in March; Hit-and-run victim Molly Burton leaves the provincial courthouse in Courtenay following the guilty plea from the 17-year-old who struck her on Dyke Road.

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The new year didn’t begin with new snow, rather, with Mount Washington Alpine Resort amongst other local businesses suffering from mild winter conditions. The Island Corridor Foundation had hoped for railway track repairs to begin in the fall of 2013, but an agreement had yet to be finalized with VIA Rail. A memorial service for 16-year-old Comox Valley longboarder Ciaran Martin, a Grade 11 student at G.P. Vanier School, had friends and family members come together at the Comox Community Centre. Martin was hit by a vehicle Jan. 2 when he and a friend were travelling northbound on Macaulay Road in Black Creek. Comox Valley resident and community animateur Gayle Bates was diagnosed with breast cancer. Bates is heavily involved with a variety of groups including the Child Development Centre, the arts community and the Sid Williams Theatre board. Community members came together to raise funds to help the single, self-employed mother of two. The owners of Mount Washington Alpine Resort have put the resort on the market for sale, although the potential change of ownership had nothing to do with ski conditions, explained Don protect save enjoy share Sharpe, director of business operations. Much-loved Comox Valley activist Gwyn Hosted by: Frayne, 79, noted she was diagnosed with termithe plan by investors group grow protect save enjoyJ. Thompson share nal lung cancer late last year. She was given six to Daryl Consultant 18 months tobylive, andgroup passed awaygrow Oct. 16. protect Hosted by: the plan investors save enjoy

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TOWN OF COMOX 2015 COUNCIL MEETINGS Left- thanks to Bobby (centre) this family escaped from a fire at their Oyster River home; middle - Ecole Au Coeur De L’ile opened its climbing wall to the public; upper right - SPCA put out a public warning to dog owners after pill-laced hot dogs were found on Headquarters Road.; lower right - residents from throughout the Island rallied on the steps of the legislature to protest the announced BC Ferry cuts.

March Comox Valley shellfish growers said they were monitoring their product closely following recent news of high acid levels in the waters around Qualicum Beach that has killed 10 million scallops. Brody Fullerton, the rescuer who found 25-year-old Molly Burton injured and bleeding last year near Comox Road after she was hit by a car was honoured on a national scale. Fullerton received an honourable mention by the Royal Canadian Humane Association Bravery Awards after he heard Burton’s screams for help about fours hours after she was struck. He searched the bushes for Burton’s voice and found her about 45 minutes later. Comox Valley teachers showed strong support for their union during a vote, with

more than 29,000 of the BC Teachers’ Federation’s 41,000 members voting in a three-day province-wide vote. The body of a 70-year-old Denman Island man was found along a rocky shoreline following an extensive search by Comox Valley Ground Search and

Rescue and Comox Valley RCMP. The man was heading to collect oysters, and officials said he had a pretty set routine. Friends became worried when he didn’t show up for breakfast. Police confirm it appeared the man had a health issue.

Escaping with just the clothes on their back, Lyle Johnson, Kelly Bouzanne and their sons Bobby and Dylan lost everything in their Oyster River home as fire ravaged their two-story house at 2259 Fearon Rd. An online fundraising page was created as

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The 2015 Comox Council meeting schedule is posted on the notice board and available to the public at Town Hall, 1809 Beaufort Avenue, Comox, from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, excluding holidays. The schedule is also available on the Town’s website at www.comox.ca Richard Kanigan Chief Administrative Officer This notice is pursuant to the Community Charter Section 127

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The Comox Valley’s vibrant arts and entertainment scene enjoyed many memorable moments in 2014. Among the highlights from January through June were (clockwise from top left): Struttin’ at the Speakeasy was one of the local hit play productions; in April, Helen Austin won a Juno Award for Children’s Album of the Year for Colour It; violinist Trent Freeman (far left) launched a new CD with The Fretless at the Little Red Church; and five-time Grammy-winning Blind Boys of Alabama were announced as one of the acts for MusicFest 2014.

WEECARE

EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTRES INC. PROVIDING QUALITY CARE SINCE 1999

Arden Elementary Valley View Elementary Ecole Robb Road 250-331-2311 250-331-2388 250-331-2241 Royston Elementary Ecole Puntledge Park 250-898-3333 250-331-3001

for more info please call 250-338-5869

operations manager Lori Pierreroy 250-465-2771

KINDERGARTEN PREPARATION PROGRAM

Offered now at Arden Elementary•Children ages 3 ½ years to 5 years•9:00 am to 2:00 pm ~ Monday to Friday ~ Sept-June (Now taking registration for Kinder Prep next year at Ecole Robb Road) Open during the school year from 7:00am to 6:00pm (Closed Holidays) • On-site for your convenience • Pro D day care. Drop-ins welcome if space is available • Field Trips • Kinder pickup • Qualified and caring staff • ChildSafe 1STAid. Discount for multi-child families • Subsidy friendly. Open Door Policy.

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COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Tuesday, December 30, 2014

WINTER REGISTRATION Swim with the SHARKS

Cindy Fort

is now sharing her inward, meditative style of yoga at

Shark School

Exercise Studio

January to April

A 14 week program, one hour every Monday & Wednesday, OR Tuesday & Thursday, designed to teach swimmers the FUNdamentals of competitive swimming in a progressive and fun environment. Swimmers need to be Level 5 Red Cross or higher.

in Comox.

Winter session starts Jan. 5th. To register, please email cindyfortyoga@gmail.com or call 250 897 8365 for more info.

REGISTRATION DATE

HATHA YogA in Royston with BRyan hill, RMt

(at the AquaZone Room in the CV Aquatic Centre)

• Sunday 9:30-11:00 AM beginner • Tuesday 6:30-8:00 PM int/adv • Thursday 6:30-8:00 PM int/adv

Please bring swimsuit and goggles and be ready to jump in the pool for a quick swim assessment.

Friday, January 5 & 7, 2014 • 4-6 PM

11 session $110 Jan 4 - Mar 19 www.bryanhill.ca | 250-702-7048

Fung Loy Kok

For more information please contact the Shark’s Registrar by email at sharksregistrar@shaw.ca

Taoist TaiChi

New Beginner Classes

Comox Valley

Little Red Church 2182 Comox Avenue, Comox Monday, February 2nd, 6:15pm to 7:45pm Wed/Fri, February 25th, 9:00am to 10:00am

Fanny Bay

OAP Hall, Ship’s Point Road, Fanny Bay Wednesday, February 4th, 10:30am to 12:00pm

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COMOX VALLEY UNITED SOCCER CLUB YOUTH SOCCER REGISTRATION SPRING 2015 SEASON APRIL 18 – JUNE 20 CVUSC is accepting registrations for the SPRING (not fall) season for players born 1997-2010

LAST DAY

Sunday, February 22, 2015 to register to guarantee your child a spot on a team

After February 22 fees increase $25/player and your child will be placed on a team only if space allows.

NEW

Registration is now online. Link via the club website www.cvusc.org

For more info, please visit our website at www.cvusc.org or contact us at cvuscsoccer@gmail.com Ph: 250-334-0422

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WINTER REGISTRATION BALLROOM DANCING

Blade Runners Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30 Ages 16-30

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WINTER REGISTRATION REGISTER NOW!

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COMOX VALLEY RECORD ♦ SPORTS EDITOR: EARLE COUPER ♦ TUESDAY DECEMBER 30, 2014

YEAR IN REVIEW

Comox Valley athletes enjoyed another highly successful year in 2014, with many individual and team accomplishments on the local, provincial, national and international stages. Highlights from January to June included (clockwise from top left): Mathieu Leduc’s busy season with the national ski cross team; Brad Gunter winning CanWest MVP and CIS men’s volleyball player of the year awards; Spencer O’Brien competing at the 2014 Winter Olympic Games in Sochi; Ty Wishart having fun at the Comox Cup Road Hockey Tournament while on a break from his Deutsche Eishockey Liga team in Germany; Riley Wheeldon enjoying success on the pro golf circuit; Chris Anderson pounding his way to MMA victories; Brenda Dean helping the Comox Valley earn Tennis Canada’s 2013 Tennis Friendly Community of the Year; Larry Street’s induction into the BC Basketball Hall of Fame; and on a sad note the passing of popular softball organizer, coach and umpire Harry Lavoie.

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To explore this opportunity, please send your resume and cover letter today to: cellison@ presleyandpartners.com

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES THE DISABILITY Tax Credit. $1,500 yearly tax credit.$15,000 lump sum refund (on avg). covers: Hip/knee replacements, arthritic joints, COPD. For help applying 1844-453-5372.

REPORTER

The journalist must be a self-starter comfortable reporting news, features and some sports. We require a team player who can work in a cooperative environment and adheres to the highest journalistic standards. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package based on experience. You must also have a valid driver's licence and a dependable vehicle. The North Island Gazette is a member of Black Press, Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest independent print media company with more than 170 community, daily and urban newspapers across Canada and the United States.

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COURTENAY RTE # 391 Upland Trailer Park RTE # 400 Arrowsmith, Malahat, Eltchorn, Marble, & McBride Pl. RTE # 403 Evergreen, Malahat & Zeballos RTE # 410 Valleyview, Trumpeter & Swan Cres.

The Village of Cumberland invites applications for a casual recreation worker position. A detailed job description is available at cumberland.ca. Applications will be received until 4:30 p.m. on Monday January 5, 2015.

HAIRSTYLISTS/MANAGER $1000 Hiring Bonus $12.50/ hour, paid overtime, 25% profit sharing on sales, paid vacation, equipment supplied and maintained. Advanced annual up grading training. Benefits include dental, drug, eye care. Phone 250-668-5885 or send resume to: careers@fchsk.ca

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HAVE YOU thought about a career in Real Estate? Royal LePage in the Comox Valley is actively recruiting and training the right individuals. For more info call Earl Costello or Rob Nygren, 250-334-3124.

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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!

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CARPENTRY

250-650-1333 SKILLED carpenter. Licensed & certified. Free estimates, Call Doug www.suncrestholdings.ca

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ADULTS & SENIORS WELCOME

Village of Cumberland Casual Recreation Worker

The North Island Gazette newspaper on northern Vancouver Island, is looking for a reporter to help us produce dynamic and creative content for our print, web and social media platforms.

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Interested in Self Employment? If you have been unsuccessful in finding work, have a business idea and meet program eligibility, self employment services may be available. 250-334-3119

www.thejobshop.ca The Employment Program of British Columbia is funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia.

Non Restricted & restricted. C.O.R.E. Course starts: Fri. Jan. 16 6pm-10pm Sat. Jan. 17 8am-noon C.O.R.E. continues Jan. 19, 20, 21 6pm-10pm Two pieces of ID required. For info contact: Granlund Fire Arms 250-286-9996 2nd Hand Military Store 250-337-1750 Tyee Marine 250-334-2942

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REAL ESTATE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

FIREARMS

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

APARTMENT/CONDOS

FULL SERVICE plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928

FIREARMS: ALL types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed dealer 1-866-9600045. www.dollars4guns.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.

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

COMOX: FOR sale 2 bdrm apt. at Stevenson Plc -Adult independent living, 1683 Balmoral Ave, Comox. Avail. Feb. 1. Please call 250-658-1123.

STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

1 BDRM & den condo. Across from seawalk in Big Rock area. Top floor unobstructed view. Laminate flooring, undercover parking. Strata fees $125/mnth. $117,000. 250286-1864 or 1-778-960-0911. Campbell River

MISC SERVICES 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

REGISTERED BROWNING semi-automatic 12 gage shot gun, 75 yrs old. Asking $800 obo. Call (250)941-4533.

MEDICAL SUPPLIES CPAP UNIT for therapy, with 2 masks & headgear hoses, good cond. $400. obo. Call (250)890-0017.

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ART INCLUDING Batemen prints; two twin beds, ecofoam mattresses, frames, bedding included - $150 each. One double bed, frame, bedding included - $200. Area rugs, assorted lamps, Christmas decor. 250-703-3161

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HOLLYRIDGE MANOR

1970 Fitzgerald Ave, Courtenay

200 Back Road, Courtenay

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.

1 and 2 Bedroom suites available. One of the best values in Courtenay. Unique ďŹ&#x201A;oor plans. California kitchens. These bright, modern suites are available in quiet, secure building.

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WILLOW ARMS APARTMENTS

BLUE JAY APARTMENTS

1252-9th St., Courtenay

For viewing call Donna

Interested in owning your own small business? Now is a great time to leverage the brand strength of Jiffy Lube. Our Courtenay, BC location is currently for sale so if you live in the Courtenay area and would like more information on owning this store please email to: inquiry@jiffylubeservice.ca

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

APARTMENT/CONDO

450-19th Street, Courtenay 1 bedroom plus den. Newly renovated with balcony in secure quiet building. Heat and hot water included.

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CONDOS BEECHER MANOR

VANRIDGE MANOR

1045 Cumberland Road

123 Back Road, Courtenay

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

2 BDRM Condo. Newly Renovated! Features 5 appliances and gas ďŹ replace - gas included in rent. Low hydro. Ideal location, walking distance to Superstore and North Island College. Pets o.k. Call 250-334-9717

PACIFIC COURT 1520/1540 Piercy Ave, Courtenay 2 bedroom available in clean, quiet building with on-site manager, close to town, schools, and bus. Stove, fridge, blinds and carpet. In-suite storage with washer and dryer. Small pets welcome. Rental references and security deposit required. To View, Call 250-218-2111

TOWNHOUSES TORRY PINES 1560-13th Street, Courtenay

Attractive 2 bedroom townhouses have been completely renovated â&#x20AC;&#x201C; enjoy new appliances, ďŹ&#x201A;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

WILLOW POINT 3bdrm 2bath, Backing onto cul-de-sac with ample access. Room for RV/workshop! Recent updates: flooring, roof, siding, windows, garage, gutters, ceiling paint, attic insulated, perim drain, etc. $244,900. 250-8308544 sa_petite@yahoo.com quick possession!

HOMES WANTED

WANTING TO buy a home in Courtenay or Comox; take over payments and or cash. Reply to Drawer #4573 c/o Comox Valley Record 765 McPhee Ave., Courtenay, BC, V9N 2Z7.

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO

COMOX: 2 bdrm apt at Stevenson Plc - Adult independent living, 1683 Balmoral Ave, Comox. Avail. Feb. 1. Please call 250-658-1123.

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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.

BUSINESSES FOR SALE

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REDUCED! 1369sqft 2 BDRM PATIO HOME. In a location that canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.

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

COURTENAY 2-bdrm $760. Bay window, 5 appls, quiet & secure. NP/NS (250)702-4857

TOWNHOUSES

SANDPIPER VILLAGE 1650 Comox Ave. TWO BEDROOM recently renovated. 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.

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.

TRADEWINDS 1600 Comox Ave. UNIQUE AND SPECIAL ONE BEDROOM AND DEN corner suite with two large, private patios. Hardwood Floors. Freshly painted. A very attractive suite. Quiet, well maintained mature adult building in central Comox close to all amenities. Resident social room. Security entry. ALSO TWO BEDROOM. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.

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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BRAIDWOOD MANOR, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, storage locker, res. pkg., N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. - $695/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 3 appls, balcony, res. pkg., storage, coin laundry, N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. - $710/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR, top flr, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, balcony, res. pkg., N/S, cat neg. w/ref, Avail. Immed - $695/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 DIAMOND PARK TOWNHOUSES, 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, 5 appls, patio, fenced yard, 2 res. pkg. spots, centrally located, N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. - $1,250/mth FUNKY DOWNTOWN LIVING 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, above commercial space, res. pkg, N/S, No pets, Avail. Jan 1 - $1,200/mth ROSEWOOD TOWNHOUSES 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, basic cable incld., res. pkg, nice family oriented development, N/S, cat ok w/refs, Avail. Jan 15 $725/mth MAPLEWOOD MANOR 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls, balcony, â&#x20AC;&#x153;adult orientedâ&#x20AC;?, res. pkg., N/S, No pets, 6 month lease, Avail. Jan 1 $700/mth ALDERWOOD TOWNHOUSE top flr, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, balcony, res. pkg., N/S, No pets, Avail. Feb 1 - $825/mth PUNTLEDGE DUPLEX, 3 bdrm, 2.5 baths, 5 appls, garage, fenced yard w/shed, N/S, No pets, Avail. Jan 15 $1,050/mth

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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.

TRANSPORTATION AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

TWO WINTERCLAW snowtires: 215/65R/15 on 6 bolt Nissan Frontier rims $225 firm 250-871-3772

CARS

2000 TOYOTA ECHO 5 speed Standard. 128,000 km. Very economical. Low maintenance car. $3000. Call Chris @ 250203-4886. In Campbell River.

SPORTS & IMPORTS 1998 Toyota Corolla CE, 4 cyl. standard, runs well, good tires. $1100. 1993 GMC Sierra 1/2 ton, long box with canopy, hitch. Re-built engine and transmission. Never snow tires. $850. Call 250-871-8832

2002 MAZDA Protege 117000km $1800 in extras excellent condition auto air $7000 obo. 250-871-1870 or cell 250-897-0701 ask for Glen RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

TRAVELAIRE 1989 Chev Gas. Sleeps 4 adults & 2 children. $5000 or best offer. Ph: 250-339-3258

TRUCKS & VANS FORD RANGER 2000 2wd Matching canopy. Good condition. 120kms. $3500. 250-3387676 MAZDA 2007 Pick-up. 24,000 km. Silver, A/C, P/B, P/S, stereo, box liner, 4-cyl, RWD. $11,395. Like new. Call (250)203-6657 or (250)2861308, Campbell River.

MARINE BOATS 24’ REINELL pleasure boat w/marine berth, very clean. Asking, $15,000 obo. Call (250)334-0656. WANTED: TRAILER suitable for 26ft boat. Min. weight capacity of 7500lbs. FMI 250334-4463

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Comox Valley businesses gain recognition with awards Four Comox Valley companies topped their categories at the 14th annual Vancouver Island Business Excellence Awards in January. Coastal Black Estate Winery and Meadery in Black Creek was named Agricultural Business of the Year; Courtenay notary public Daryl Robins CGA won the Entrepreneur of the Year; Excel Career College — which has a campus in Courtenay — was selected Professional Company of the Year; and Ambassador Shuttle Service of Comox topped all other nominees in the Business of the Year category, which recognizes businesses with fewer than 50 employees. •Natural Pastures Cheese Company was again honoured — this time at the long-running British Empire Cheese Competition — for its artisan cheeses made on Vancouver Island. The Courtenay-based company was awarded top standing in the following categories: second place for Boerenkaas, a semi-hard, flavourful cheese that’s also called 'farmer’s cheese'; first place for Pacific Pepper verdelait, a vibrant cheese flavoured with Comox-Valley grown habanero peppers and black pepper; second place for Cracked Pepper verdelait, a semi-firm but creamy cheese spiked with cracked black pepper; and third place for Mozzarella di Bufala, the rich, hand-stretched and formed mozzarella made with water buffalo milk from the Island.

North Vancouver Island MP John Duncan (left) inspects cheeses with Natural Pastures’ operations manager Doug Smith.

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END OF AN ERA

“These awards are a great testimony to the hard work of Paul (Swiss cheesemaker Paul Sutter) and all the team,” said Natural Pastures’ operations manager Doug Smith.

Excel cracks top 10 In February, Excel was named a contender for the Premier’s People’s Choice award in a province-wide competition presented by Small Business BC. •For the fifth year in a row, Island Health was selected one of the province's top employers by Mediacorp Canada.

March For the first time, Vancouver Island Community Connections was accredited by CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation) for a three-year period for its employment, housing and community integration programs.

B&Bs recognized In May, Two Eagles Lodge received the TripAdvisor certificate of excellence award that honours hospitality excellence. Carolyn and Steve Touhey, owners of the Union Bay B&B, were also named Ambassadors of the Year by the Comox Valley Small Business Association (SBA). Other SBA winners were: •Angela Zumbo, The Mortgage Centre, business of the year •Nancy, The Mustard Lady, new business of the year •Donna Clairmont, Clairmont Custom Draperies & Décor, members’ choice award •Janet Martyn, PartyLite, Lawrence Belfrage memorial award •Russell Ball, AudioXcellence DJ Systems, merit award •Nina Andersen, Orca Marketing Group, inspiration award •Sarah Brune, Inner Harmony Healing, innovation award

CA$H REWARDS

Peggy Bond retired in April. Bond’s Fish & Chips Seafood Restaurant was a favourite of Comox Valley residents for a quarter of a century.

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• 12 North Valley Connector: direct service to NIC from north of Courtenay on weekdays

Market Report TSX Composite DJIA Gold Cdn$ EFTs & Global Investments Claymore BRIC (CBQ) BHP Billiton ADR (BHP) Power Shrs. QQQ (Nasdaq 100) Aberdeen Asia Pacific (FAP) S&P TSX 60 (XIU) Government Bonds 5 year (CDN) 10 year (CDN) 30 year (CDN) 30 year Treasury bonds (US) Fixed Income GICs KOREA EXCHANGE BANK B2B BANK HOMEQUITY BANK

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Stock Watch Royal Bank TD Bank Bank of Nova Scotia BCE Potash Corp. of Sask. Suncor Energy Inc. Crescent Point Energy Cdn. Oil Sands Husky Energy Pembina Pipe Line Transcanada Corp. Teck Resources Ltd. Cameco

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Fare Change Effective January 1, 2015 Cash Fare Tickets (10) Monthly Pass Day Pass

Adult $ 2.00 18.00 52.00 4.50

Senior $ 1.75 15.75 42.00 4.00

Youth $ 1.75 15.75 30.00 4.00

Post-Secondary $ 2.00 18.00 44.00 4.50

Child 4 or under, free.

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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 1-888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org. All original content in this publication is copyright material belonging to Black Press. Any re-use or reproduction without the expressed, written consent of the copyright owner is strictly prohibited.

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April The Comox Valley Record finished third in general excellence in the Canadian Community Newspaper Association Awards. Former Record publisher Grant Lawrence received the prestigious BC Housing Eric Dunning Award for Dedication and Service to the Community Newspaper Industry. City Hall in Courtenay and Comox, along with numerous Valley businesses, Lit It Up Blue to support World Autism Awareness Day April 2. Comox Valley songstress Helen Austin’s album, Colour It, won a Juno Award in the Children’s Album of the Year category. Last year, Austin was

nominated for Always Be A Unicorn in the same category. L’Arche Comox Valley launched its public fundraising campaign at the Prime Chophouse in Courtenay. The campaign target of $800,000 will be used to construct a second home in the city for developmentally delayed adults. The project will cost about $1.4 million. The Comox Valley Project Watershed Society received a letter of federal recognition for its Blue Carbon Pilot Project from federal Environment Minister Leona Aglukkaq. In March, the project had received $240,000 in grants. The Record’s business development manager Joanna Ross and editor Mark Allan announced their impending retirements. Ross — who started as a sales rep 24 years ago

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at the Comox District Free Press — had been a publisher at the Record. Allan — a newspaper journalist for nearly 35 years — spent about nine years at the paper. The City of Courtenay entered into an agreement with Multi Material BC for the collection of packaging and printed paper. Curbside collection — which is purported to save taxpayer dollars — was set to begin May 19. An alliance of business groups, including the Canadian Newspaper Association, opposed to the new recycling system demanded government halt the planned launch. The annual Islands Agriculture Show announced it will come to the Comox Valley for the first time in February. For the past three years, the show has been held in Duncan.

A long-awaited skateboard park was slated to be constructed at Village Park in Cumberland. The project was estimated to cost roughly $480,000. School District No. 71 donated a 5.53-hectare parcel behind Vanier Secondary to the City of Courtenay. The property contains a rare Garry oak woodland. The Comox Valley Commu-

nity Justice Centre received three awards within a week in late-April: the 2013 Provincial Nesika Award for Excellence in Cultural Diversity, and two awards from Volunteer Comox Valley. April finished on a rough note when Vancouver Island shook from the effects of a 6.6-magnitude earthquake.

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May May 10 was a sad day at the Safeway on Cliffe Avenue when staff and management said goodbye to each other and to the community. The grocery store closed its doors for good, marking an end to more than 80 years of business in Courtenay. At the end of the business day, the store gave back to the community one last time as the Comox Valley Food Bank was the benefactor of all the remaining produce. Jamie Sproule was found alive May 27, five days after disappearing in Cumberland. The 65-year-old was discovered, unconscious, at a cairn, about 500 metres above Comox Lake Road, within a half kilometre of his home. Sproule, who is married to Cumberland Coun. Gwyn Sproule, had gone for an afternoon walk and did not return. Concerns for his health were heightened as he suffers from Parkinson’s and dementia. Residents of the village and surrounding Valley communities joined forces in a massive manhunt. The official Search and Rescue operation was suspended after a few days, but friends and family continued to look. Jamie’s nephew, Joseph Turner, was among a group of eight searchers who found him. “He was found where the cairn is, just in the woods,” said Turner. “I think he must have just fallen backwards, over a log, and landed on his back. We found him laying on his back, in a little bit of a clearing but with bushes on both sides. Pretty much completely enveloped.” Jamie was unresponsive at the time of the discovery. “It was an incredibly enormous relief,” said an emotional Turner. “I mean, it was like he disappeared off the face of the earth. To see him and get a visual on him was amazing.” That same day, teachers in the Comox Valley and other parts of B.C. walked off the job. A province-wide strike began in June and continued through the summer and into the 2014/15 school year. In April, after rejecting an offer from the school district bargaining agency for a long-term contract, the B.C. Teachers’ Federation served notice that it would begin work-to-rule action. Union members had voted 89 per cent in March to endorse a three-stage strike plan. In late-May, the regional district board considered adding a non-binding referendum question about affordable housing to the Nov. 15 election ballot. The question would determine the public’s willingness to fund an affordable housing service. Earlier in the month, directors had voted against a fall referendum concerning the proposed service.

At a St. John Ambulance AGM, Brody Fullerton – the man who saved 24-year-old Molly Burton in September after she was struck by vehicle on Comox Road – was recognized with an award of merit. He also received recognition by the Royal Humane Society in Victoria.

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