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While facing a seemingly overwhelming diagnosis, Sunday Dennis and her family have reached part one of their goal. Dennis, a volunteer, musician and owner of Sock Soiree in downtown Courtenay, was diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumour requiring immediate medical attention and surgery. With limited resources in Canada, a treatment option is available as part of a funded cancer treatment trial at UCLA which offers the best hope for a positive outcome. Needing to pay for the surgery, hospital fees and more, her husband Jason set up a crowdsourcing site in order to raise $300,000 as soon as possible. Less than 48 hours into the fundraiser, their initial goal of raising $100,000 was met, and a second fundraiser for the mother of three is set for Saturday night at the Waverley Hotel in Cumberland.
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Sunday Dennis and her husband Jason of Sock Soiree in downtown Courtenay are currently in the process of raising $300,000 to pay for surgery and other associated costs after Sunday was diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumour.
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Residents of the Croteau Beach-Hawkins Greenway neighbourhood have expressed concern about an impending sewer pump station in Area B of the Comox Valley Regional District. A study recommends construction of the Comox No. 2 Pump Station on Beech Street, and a new inland forcemain alignment from the station to the water
pollution control centre. It would bypass Willemar Bluff near Goose Spit. The district purchased the property last year. The budget for the project is estimated at $10,700,500. The design is expected to be completed this year and construction next year. In an online post, residents say they were “blindsided” by the proposal. “Our intent wasn’t to blindside the community, it was to involve
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Jodie Lewis’ wedding dress saw more countries in a year than many people visit in a lifetime. Rather than people, her wedding guests were penguins. To cap off the ceremony, she and her new husband Paul Catharine jumped in the Antarctic Ocean. And the Cumberland bride said she wouldn’t have had her wedding any other way. “We travel for work and pleasure. We’ve travelled the world over and over,” she explained at her mother’s home this week while she and Catharine spend a bit of time in Canada prior to their next adventure, this time in Asia. The pair, who work as travel guides, bought an off-the-rack dress which travelled through the U.S. and South America, en route to Antarctica in the off chance they were able to get married abroad. “It’s been on flights, on a ferry, in cars, in taxis, in a truck, it’s been everywhere. It was quite inexpensive so it folded up quite okay; we did that on purpose. We felt if the dress didn’t come back, it was full of dirt or anything, it didn’t really matter,” Lewis added. The couple left Canada in October and admitted they didn’t know if they were going to make the trip to Antarctica until October. Even at that point, they were unsure if a wedding could happen. Once they met their expedition team, they assured the couple it could proceed, despite a snow squall which appeared on the morning of their wedding. “We were quite lucky the weather was good for starters. It was still cold but I think because of the adrenaline when you get married, everyone else was in their parka coats and Jodie was in a wedding dress and I was just in a shirt and we
Jodie Lewis and Paul Catharine plunge into the Antarctic Ocean immediately following their nuptials. Inset, surrounded by penguins, bride and groom exchange vows; below, while Paul did not have a tuxedo for the event, many of the “guests” were in “penguin suits.” Photos Submitted didn’t really notice the cold,” said Catha“Some of them looked at us a bit bewilrine. dered and the rest of them kind of ignored And as for their guests? The couple us and carried on with their business but knew family couldn’t be present to wit- it was pretty funny.” ness the ceremony, but Lewis admitted they didn’t mind some being from Canada, We had to trump through she didn’t feel the cold. feathered friends who crashed the wedding. “A lot of people the snow to get to the spot “We had to trump where they picked out for us, thought I was crazy through the snow to not having any type of get to the spot where which was behind the penguin jacket but I was more they picked out for colony. than happy to have us, which was behind fresh air and enjoy the Paul Catharine experience.” the penguin colony. The penguins were all Following the nuptials, the newlyweds squeaking away during the ceremony and you get that in back- spent their first night camping on the ice. ground which was quite funny,” explained While Lewis said she changed out of her Catharine, who added there were about wedding dress, she did keep it on while 5,000 penguins on the island. jumping off a zodiac and plunged along
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with Catharine into the icy ocean. Following their refreshing dip, they joined other guests in a hot tub on their main boat to warm up. Despite the world trek and water treatment, she brought the dress back with her to Canada. “It’s been in the shower and it looks absolutely perfect. It air dried outside in the Antarctic air and it looks absolutely brand new,” she added with a laugh. “The great thing about this wedding is that there was no stress, it was easy, we had no expectations. We didn’t have to think about food or anything. We were able to just go … and have drinks and cake afterwards. And we didn’t have to think about anything.”
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Council briefs: Healthy water resources, social housing discussed Courtenay council referred to staff the second edition of the Nature Without Borders report by the Comox Valley Conservation Strategy. The CVCS steering committee has made nine recommendations — conserving healthy water resources among them — as to how local government can implement the report. “The number one challenge locally is dealing with private land owners,” said Jack Minard, who presented on behalf of the committee. He noted the difficulty of restoring a property that spans eight properties. View the document at www.cvconservationstrategy.org. •Roger Kishi of the Wachiay Friendship Centre and Kevin Albers, CEO of M’akola Development Services, introduced the organizations’ partnership and discussed social housing with council.
Sunday: Account set up at credit union Con’t from A1 “Bright Light for Sunday” kicks off at 7 p.m. and admission is by donation. There is a significant silent auction as part of this event and folks are also welcome to drop off cash donations at the event as well. Performers include Corwin Fox, Pamela Tessmann, Marc Atkinson, Kevin Jay Flesher, Casey Ryder, The Cumberland Brothers, Willowicious, The Moon Band, Helen Austin and other surprise guests. Visit “Bright Light for Sunday” on Facebook for more information about this weekend’s event. Visit “Love and Bright Light for Sunday Dennis” on Facebook to stay up to date on Sunday’s progress. For more information, or do donate to the fundraiser, visit www.youcaring.com and search for Sunday Dennis, or to donate in person, visit the downtown Coastal Community Credit Union location for the account in Dennis’ name. photos@comoxvalleyrecord.com –With submitted files
Kishi notes an “extreme need for supportive housing,” which is notably absent for single individuals in the Valley. “The need for housing is a broad spec-
trum,” he said. M’akola houses upwards of 4,500 people in affordable units around B.C. Jangula noted that 12 families have been housed in Courtenay
because the city donated land to Habitat for Humanity. A draft Request for Proposal for the Braidwood supportive housing project in East Courtenay is expected
to appear before council at its next meeting Jan. 12. •Council adopted a bylaw to establish a 15-year parcel tax payment option for
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How hard can stopping be? It doesn’t take much to amuse a retired traffic cop. I was parked waiting for my wife and had about 15 minutes to watch traffic at a T intersection marked with a stop line, crosswalk and stop sign. Traffic on the city side street was steady as it was dusk and near the end of another business day. During the time I watched, not one driver came to a proper stop. Most stopped with the front tires on the crosswalk line nearest to the intersection. The rest rolled slowly through without stopping at all. I can understand wanting to stop in a position where you can
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On the evening of Dec. 30 the Comox Valley RCMP entered into a complaint of a disturbance at the Rialto Theatre in Courtenay. Staff at the theatre reported a young man causing a disturbance inside the theatre. As a result of the investigation an Ontario resident was arrested and is now facing charges of obstruction, for giving a false name, and causing a disturbance.
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ATM assault On Jan. 2 police entered into an investigation of a man who had been assaulted outside RBC located on the 1000 block of Ryan Road in Courtenay. The man stated that he had just taken funds out of his account and a woman approached him asking for a light for her cigarette. The woman launched a vicious attack, knocking the victim to the ground and taking the
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Pull tab machine pulled On Jan. 2 RCMP received a report of a break, enter and theft from the Avalanche Bar and Grill in Courtenay. Culprits entered the locked area of the restaurant and once inside pried the pull tab machine from the wall.
Tool theft On Jan. 3 police were called to the Black Creek Tool Rentals for a report of a break, enter and theft. Sometime overnight thieves had broken into a shed and stole approximately $10,000 worth of tools. If you have information on this theft you are asked to contact Const. C. Voller of the Comox Valley RCMP at 250-338-1321 or if you wish to remain anonymous you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
Party gone bad On Jan. 4 police entered into an investigation of a large party that turned into a theft complaint. A party was hosted by a young person on the 2500 block of Tamarack Drive in Courtenay and a large number of attendees were present. In the aftermath of the party the parent, who was unaware of the party until they arrived home, found that almost $10,000 in food, jewelry and electronics had been taken from their home during the party. If anyone has any information on this crime they are asked to contact Const. C. Curtis of the Comox Valley RCMP at 250-3381321 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
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Highland’s International Baccalaureate Program info session upcoming Are you an academically focused student with a strong desire to succeed? Are you willing to work hard now to ensure future success? Do you want to share your courses with likeminded classmates? Are you planning to attend college or university? If you can answer yes to all of these questions, then Highland Secondary School’s International Baccalaureate (IB) Program is for you. As an IB student, you will receive an internationally recognized and academically rigorous program designed to prepare you for the challenges of post-secondary education. You will work with classmates equally determined to succeed and you will be taught by experienced teachers with specialized IB training. You will learn how to prepare university level research papers and design and carry out scientific experiments of your own devising. You will contribute
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“ I just slide into the shower now,” said Walter. “I feel safer and no longer dread trying to wash myself. What was previously a dangerous chore for me is now a welcome treat.” Walter and Lorie hope to spend the rest of their lives in their home. The HAFI program provides financial assistance to help eligible low-income seniors and people with disabilities adapt their homes so they can continue to live independently.
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New equipment for CVGSR Comox firefighters have donated a brand new thermal imaging camera to Comox Valley Ground Search and Rescue. TI cameras have many uses including assisting with searches. CVGSR has borrowed TICs from the Comox Fire Rescue in the past as they have recognized their value when searching for a lost person. “Our firefighters work hard all year helping people in so many ways,” said Comox Firefighters Association chair Terry Dean. “This is just another example of us trying to make a difference in people lives.” “I am so proud of our firefighters, they are making a positive difference every day in the lives of many citizens,” Comox Fire Chief Gord Schreiner said. “These monies come from operating our Fire Training Centre whereas all surplus funds are put back into the community. It is a win/win for everyone.” “This camera will be a great asset in the work we do,” said CVGSR president Scott Short. “We are very pleased and
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tips. The seed catalogue discussion to be led by Sylvain Alie (chair) will pertain to varieties and quality of service and product. Input on how those suppliers have served you is important to us. Bring us your stories as well as new and old catalogues to share with others. The meeting will also have an overview of the Seedy Saturday volunteer requirements led by our Seedy Saturday co-ordinator Sue Moen. Seedy Saturday is March 7. Our theme this year is Preparing for Climate Change. As this is the first meeting of the year annual membership
dues will be collected. The cost is $20 for singles and $30 for families. Following the meeting there will be free delicious refreshments and opportunities to speak to experienced growers. The meeting is free for members and by donation for nonmembers. Creekside Commons is at 2202 Lambert St. There is limited parking at Creekside, so please park on Lambert. Please bring slippers as shoes are not permitted inside to protect the floors. For more information contact Alie at 250-336-8632.
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editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com Coast Realty Group (CV) Ltd. would like to express our thanks to all the individuals and corporations, sponsors and volunteers that help make our Sharing the Christmas Spirit Hamper Program a success. A special mention to Neil Woodrow at Royal Lepage for securing hamper space for us, 506498 NB LTD for space and hydro donation, Saputo for milk donation, Budget Rent a Truck for Hamper pick-up from schools, Courtenay Country Market for small hampers turkeys & vegetables, Brad from B&D Containers for bin donation, Comox Valley Regional District for waiving tipping fees, Quinsam Radio Communications for the use of radios on hamper delivery day and A&W. We would also like to thank all the Cadets for all their hard work, Ladies Auxiliary Comox Legion, Comox Valley Lions, Valley Charitable Bingo Society, School District 71 Board office and participating schools that are a vital part of our hamper program. Quality Foods for helping us out with last minute hamper filling and a special thank you for Unity Church, Comox Pentecostal Church, The GOAT 98.9 Radio and The Eagle 97.3 Radio stations. A thanks to our Corporate Sponsors, Kate Greening, Allen and Co., Ives Burger, Mike Krugel, Bruce Rutherford, Margot Rutherford, Dennis Schaffrick, Grahams Jewellers, Richard & Maureen Swift, Extreme Runners, EcoDynamic, M. Muir, Jason’s Glass & Speedy Glass, E Thomsen, Comox Air Cargo & Gary for his dedication and hard work. Crown Isle Men’s Golf Club, The Griffin Pub, North Island College Faculty Assoc., Coast Realty Group Nanaimo and VIREB. A special thank you to Ken & Fay Jones for their endless time and effort in the warehouse along with our returning dedicated volunteers that help to keep our program running smoothly. A Big Thank you to everyone who turned out to help deliver in the torrential rains and winds that blustery Saturday. Finally, a heartfelt thank you to all of you not mentioned for the many donations of money, time, food and presents.
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First seed savers meeting of new year tonight The Comox Valley Growers and Seed Savers will host their first meeting of the new year, this Thursday evening at 7 p.m. In our ongoing quest to find varieties that can be considered to be ‘All Comox Valley Winners’ — or outstanding performers year after year despite climate change and our multiple habitats — we will discuss all possible squash winners and how to find possible winners in the seed catalogues. The search for the All Comox Valley squash will be led by Royann Petrell (director). She will point out the differences between the different species and describe basic seed saving
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Start making plans for garden season ahead N
ow that all the fes- Wow! This one details on any of tivities of the merry caught my eye these plants at season are seriously early last year. It time of writing this behind me, I cannot help is a fairly recent article but the website promised inforbut start my new year by new hybrid cross mation “soon.” making between Duchess of Dirt However, they plans for Digitalis did give some info my orna(foxglove) mental on a new Deutzia and a garden offering called ‘Yuki smaller eslie and the Cherry Blossom’ foxglove vegetawhich caught my relative, ox ble gareye. I really, really Isoplexis, Baptisia Australis is one of the author’s favourite plant families. den. love the Deutzia which Photo Submitted scabra ‘Pink Pom Seed catalogues started is native to the arriving in the mailbox in Pom’ I have with Canary Islands. Award of Excellence on this one to my landscape. In the December and stolen cofits reams of pink blooms The plant is reminiscent of meantime, I snuck a peek plant in 2013 and it graced fee breaks have been spent along its arching branches its Digitalis parentage with the close-to-centrefold pages at Proven Winner’s website looking at others online. I in late spring. But at six bright green foliage and to see what they would be in a couple of glossy garden have even received my first feet (1.8 m) in height and height. However, the tubuoffering up for the garden magazines in 2014. lar flowers - a tad different seed order. I will be sowwidth, plus its need for sun, in 2015. Because of its Canary ing some seeds shortly - a shape than regular foxglove Island parent, ‘Illuminait really takes up a lot of Some colourful new Califew varieties like lavender, flowers - are vibrant flames valuable real estate in my tion Flame’ is only hardy brachoas in the Superbells rosemary and parsley that of orange with yellow largely shade garden. At a to Zone 8. Lucky for garseries; these would look take three or four weeks to throats liberally speckled maximum height and width deners in Comox but a big smashing in container and germinate. with orange droplets. of only two feet (60 cm), the pout for me. I would have hanging basket arrangeBut oh boy, do those ‘Illumination Flame’ is new deutzia introduction ments. I love this annual to find room to overwinter online plant catalogues get such a stunner, it caught would be more manageable species for their length of it indoors. I cannot save me into trouble! I cannot the judges’ eye at England’s seeds as the flowers are for me, although I would bloom time and self-deadhelp drooling over some of annual Chelsea Flower be sacrificing some blooms heading. sterile, as well as being the new annuals and peren- Show in 2012 where it was as this one is not as florific. There will be some protected by a Breeder’s nials. awarded Plant of the Year Hmm, will have to think on new hydrangeas offered Patent. Have you seen Digiplexis status. The Greenhouse this one. this year, including a new I will have to seriously ‘Illumination Flame’ yet? Growers bestowed their There are also some oakleaf cultivar. No more think about adding this
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Establish boundaries with family One of my intentions is to establish more boundaries in my relationships, specifically with my family members. My mom can be very overbearing and often shows up unannounced to visit us. My wife is too polite to say anything, yet feels pushed around in her own home. How can we start to set up boundaries without offending or alienating our family members? First off, it sounds like you are doing a great job identifying the areas in which you need to provide some structure and protection around your family. One of the greatest challenges young families face is learning to navigate the waters between
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Vaudeville visits the Valley at the Sid Williams Mark Allan Special to the Record
In the very near future, you will be able to travel into the past. You don’t need a time machine to go back 100 years. Just buy a reasonably priced ticket from the Sid Williams Theatre and show up Jan. 10 for the Sid’s salute to the City of Courtenay’s centennial. In the spirit of Skattered Skits and Barkerville’s Theatre Royal, the Sid Williams Theatre Society will present 130 minutes of Sid’s Vaudeville Follies starting at 7 p.m. “I actually started talking about the centennial with Deborah Griffiths from the (Courtenay and District) Museum, probably more than a year ago,” says Sid general manager Deb Renz. After learning Theatre Royal no longer tours, the Sid sought a special person who could organize a vaudeville reincarnation. Local funnyman Kenny Shaw expressed keen interest, and was awarded the task, which he is busy working on. “Kenny Shaw has the full artistic direction for the show,” explains Renz. “He’s written the script, he’s selected the music and he’s selecting the performers.” Besides Shaw as the MC, the lineup will include Go Dog Go, Steve Rossner, Black Swan Fiddlers, saxophonist Rachel Fuller,
Papa G and Scruffy will keep the audience laughing. violinist Blaine Dunaway, Valley Dance, Rob Petrie, 7 Story Circus, vocal quartet Swing Set, Papa G, Cody Rodgers and “Sid Williamson” (rumoured to be local musician, volunteer and regional
district chair Edwin Grieve). Entertainers, Shaw explains, will include singers, dancers, a circus act and a ventriloquist. The spirit of the theatre’s namesake, a legendary Comox
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Valley stage performer, permeates every aspect of the presentation, Renz states. “I feel we are bound and obligated to make Sid proud, so we’re going to try and do as good a job
as he would do,” she says. After extensive research into the various phases of vaudeville, Shaw is doing all he can to replicate an authentic days-gone-by theatrical experience. “We’ve got honky-tonk piano, double bass, several fiddles, a saxophone and clarinet,” he reveals. “We’re making this as true to form as possible, all acoustic instruments … there will be one broadcast mic … in the centre of the stage. All the singing acts will have to group around it.” Most of the lighting will be supplied by vaudeville-like footlights. True to the unruly nature of vaudeville audiences, Shaw encourages the crowd to be rowdy, but not in a negative way – “lots of cheering, standing and yelling your approval, that sort of thing,” even dressing in the style of the day, which the Sid staff will do. In addition, the theatre society will screen what it’s calling Bickle Theatre Originals – three films from the 1930s, ‘40s and ‘50s – to reflect the theatre’s heyday as a movie theatre. Sid’s Vaudeville Follies happen Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. at the Sid Williams Theatre in Courtenay. For details and tickets, visit www. sidwilliamstheatere.com, phone 250-338-2430 or visit the Sid box office at 442 Cliffe Ave.
Mark Allan is a freelance writer and a former editor of the Comox Valley Record.
WinterJam ramblings: The artistic director’s insight into the live music In the second of a two-part series, WinterJam 100 artistic director Doug Cox - the man behind the music - gives his insight regarding the acts he has booked for WinterJam 2015. Here are his previews of the final five acts.
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anuary’s WinterJam 100 has a diverse mash-up of musical masters for you to witness. Beginning Jan. 14 with the Tom Paxton/Valdy Folk Legends Show, the Comox Valley is about to come alive with music unique to our relatively small
community here on the Island. This is the only place in B.C. this kind of stuff happens on such a scale and our MusicFest team is thrilled to be part of it! From folk legends to jazz icons, from world beat to gospel, from acoustic and electric guitar extravaganzas to country music divas, from modern blues masters to Canadian rock ‘n’ roll stars, we have it all. People always ask me which show I am most looking forward to. That’s impossible to answer and I’ll be at all of them. For me personally, that is the big-
gest reward for all the work we do; getting to see the shows and watch the delightful exchange that happens between our performers and audience. *** An Intimate Evening with 54-40’s Neil Osborne – Thursday Jan. 22 at Crown Isle Neil Osborne has penned and sang such fabulous signature 54-40 songs as I Go Blind, One Gun, Since When and Ocean Pearl which have crossed from the realm of rock to a broader base. Even if you think you don’t know these songs, you do. It’s fair
to say, there are few Canadian rock bands that have achieved the immediate level of recognition as Neil Osborne’s 54-40. With that kind of success in the rock and roll world, you could expect a fair amount of attitude and ego from the band’s front man. That just isn’t true in Osborne’s case. He’s a man who doesn’t take his success for granted and continues to follow his heart rather than his wallet in his musical pursuits as a writer, singer and producer. He’s the real deal as a per-
son and a gem in the Canadian music scene. So what can you expect at a solo Neil Osborne concert? Expect to hear some of the stories behind your favourite 54-40 songs. Expect a rare glimpse inside the life of a Canadian rock star. Expect to be surprised at the depth of Neil’s country (!) and rock ‘n’ roll roots and his commitment to his music. But mostly, expect to be surprised, moved and entertained as you should be at any great concert!
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WinterJam ramblings: Canadian icons in blues and country Continued from Page A13 Tom Lavin and the Legendary Powder Blues Band – Friday, Jan. 23 at the Filberg Centre Expect your ‘Thirsty Ears’ to ‘Hear That Guitar Ring’ as Tom Lavin and the Legendary Powder Blues Band are ‘Doin It Right’ at the WinterJam Boogie Night! Get ready to dance. For the baby boomers among us, get ready to revisit the music from a band you fell in love to, partied to, cruised to and, if you are a fan of guitar, air-guitared to! Powder Blues needs no introduction, it’s that simple. Our fastest selling show is almost full so if you expect to get into this one don’t wait. Real Country : Michelle Wright – Saturday, Jan. 24 at the Sid Williams Theatre Michelle Wright is the first Canadian female country music star to have achieved international recognition but her music goes way beyond that. Since 1988, when her album titled Do Right By Me landed her seven chart singles and sales well over 40,000 in Canada alone, Michelle’s name has become synonymous with Canadian country, new or old. In 1990 her first American released single, New Kind of Love, hit the Top 30 on the U.S. charts! The Academy of Country Music named Michelle its Top New Female Vocalist in May, 1993. Michelle catapulted to superstardom in Canada the same year, receiving a total of 12 music industry awards, including the Canadian Country Music Association’s Fans’ Choice Entertainer Of The Year award and double platinum honours for Now & Then. We don’t have room to print her entire bio here, but let’s just say, she hasn’t stopped wowing the country music world with her wonderful music and accomplishments! When we asked Michelle to make a special trip out West just for WinterJam, she not only agreed to come join us, but also to bring her fabulous trio with her, allowing a
show that will cover the gamut of her musical muses throughout the years of her career. Great Guitars – Laurence Juber, Martin Taylor and Peppino D’Agostino – Thursday, Jan. 29 at the Filberg Centre Another show that is exclusive to WinterJam; the ‘Great Guitars’ features three international players who just happened to all be headed to a music convention in California when we found out they were all interested in coming and sharing the stage together here. This will be a once-in-a-lifetime gathering of these guitar trendsetters in the Valley! In a nutshell, Laurence Juber (who you may have seen at MusicFest a few years back) was Paul McCartney’s guitarist (in Wings) for many years but that’s just the tip of the iceberg for his accomplishments. Google him! U.K. guitarist Martin Taylor is considered by most musical folks to be the world’s finest living fingerstyle jazz guitarist. Google, him, too! And Italian Peppino D’Agostino is a stunning acoustic guitarist/ composer whose music falls somewhere between classical, tango, folk and new age modern acoustic music. What the heck, Google him as well! Jazz Icon – The Marcus Roberts Trio – Saturday, Jan. 31 – at the Sid Williams Theatre Marcus Roberts grew up in Jacksonville, Florida where his mother’s gospel singing and the music of the local church left a lasting impact on his musical style. He lost his sight at age five, and a few years later began to teach himself to play piano. He had his first formal lessons at age 12 and ultimately went on to study classical piano at Florida State University with Leonidus Lipovetsky. Most jazz enthusiasts consider Marcus to be among the very few current generation musicians who are keeping the tradition of Southern jazz alive while at the same
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time, adding to the deep well of jazz history with his own take on jazz standards and music in general. It’s a rare thing for one of the jazz icons to visit the Comox Valley and we are very proud to be partnering with the Sid Williams Theatre for this historic evening of jazz to close off WinterJam 100! *** Tickets and further information on all the shows is available at www.islandmusicfest.com.
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Pearl Ellis Gallery in Comox presents: “ALL OVER THE PLACE” – A SHOW & SALE by “RUTH RAE” from Jan. 13-25. Open Tuesday – Saturday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Sunday 1 – 4 p.m., closed Monday. Free admission. Located at 1729 Comox Avenue. FMI and to see a virtual gallery of the current show go to www.pearlellisgallery.com
CALENDAR Friday, January 9 FIDDLE SHOW - Scottish fiddler, Alasdair Fraser and American cellist Natalie Haas in concert at the Big Yellow Hall in Merville. Doors at 7 p.m., show at 7:30. Tickets $18/adults, $10/youth; At the door, $20 adult/$12 youth. Call 250-3394249 FMI. FRIDAY NIGHT DANCING - The Evergreen Club presents a seniors dance. Come dance to the music of Crosstown Express in the Rotary Hall in the Florence Filberg Centre. Dancing starts at 7:30 until 10:30. Members $7.00 and Non-members $9.00 JAZZ AT THE ZO - Forbidden Jazz returns to the Zo. Music starts at 7. Admission by donation. Saturday, January 10 GRAVEL AT THE ZO - Loose Gravel will make an appearance at the Zocalo Cafe, 7 p.m. CLASSIC ROCK AT THE MEX - The Rangers will play a great selection of classic rock at The Mex Pub (1003 Ryan Rd). Show starts at 9ish. STELLAR LINEUP AT THE CHURCH - Anela & Friends” perform at The Little Red Church in Comox. Anela will be joined by Sue Medley, Luke Blu Guthrie, Jim Papp and Oscar Robles Diaz. Doors open at 6:30 and performance begins at 7. Tickets at the door $18 Advance tickets $15 available at Bop City in Courtenay and the Red Carpet Boutique in Comox. Youth tickets (under 19) $8. Sunday, January 11 SENIORS TEA - Comox Seniors Tea Dance, 2-4 p.m. at 180 Beaufort Ave. in Comox. Live music. 55+ welcome. $5 at the door. Monday, January 12 KARAOKE KOMMOTION - Karaoke at Chances Casino from 8:30-11 p.m. with hosts Rod & Suzy McNeil. Free admission. Wednesday, January 14 LEARN TO MEDITATE - Free Sahaja Yoga Meditation class from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Courtenay Library. FOLK RESIDENCY - Todd Butler and Doug Cox have reunited, and they’ve made the Cumberland Hotel their new Wednesday night home. The music starts at 8. FOLK LEGENDS – Tom Paxton and Valdy, two of North America’s most prolific folk artists, join forces for this once-in-a-lifetime concert here in the Comox Valley. 8 p.m. Native Sons Hall. $30 tickets available online at www. islandmusicfest.com. Thursday, January 15 LUNCH AT THE LEGION - The Comox Legion Ladies Auxiliary is hosting a Homemade Soup and Sandwich Lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Full lunch is $8; individual entrees are $3 each. Endless tee and coffee. Come and enjoy a homemade lunch and dessert with family and friends. Friday, January 16 COUNTRY AT THE BRIDGE - Aaron Pritchett and special guest Cory Marquardt at The Bridge Lounge, #90 5th St. Courtenay. $35. Tickets at Bop City Records and The Bridge Lounge. Show starts at 9 p.m. DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY - World Beat Dance with Locarno. Latin project of Juno award winning musician and Paperboys frontman, Tom Landa. The music, like him, is part Mexican but with strong doses of Cuban Son, folk, pop and funk. $25 tickets available online at www.islandmusicfest.com. All ages.
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Stellar lineup as Anela & Friends meet There is a stellar musician lineup as “Anela & Friends” perform at The Little Red Church in Comox on Saturday. Anela will be joined by Sue Medley, Luke Blu Guthrie, Jim Papp and Oscar Robles Diaz. Performance organizer Rob Peterson comments: “All locals of the Comox Valley, these are some of British Columbia’s finest musicians, all of whom have dedicated their lives to music,” he says. Headlining the performance is Anela Kahaimoe. Since arriving in the Comox Valley from Hawaii, Anela has established himself as one of Vancouver Island’s premium entertainers. Anela will be joined by Sue Medley, whose musical career has taken her to the highest levels of performance in the music industry. Luke “Blu” Guthrie is another sensational hometown musician who will join Anela with his soulful style, poignant melodies and masterful guitar picking. This 2012 VIMA nominated “Songwriter of the Year” will bring his distinctive stage presence and alternative roots beat to the stage. On percussion will be Latin specialist, Oscar Robles Diaz. Born in Mexico City and a graduate of classical and contemporary guitar studies at Mexico’s National University. Oscar has studied extensively with master percussionists and guitar instruc-
tors and was the first place winner in Mexico City’s “Battle of Guitarists” . Oscar’s percussion mastery will provide an excellent foundation to this stellar lineup of musicians. Another hometown boy taking the stage with Anela is Jim Papp. Jim’s musical roots date back to the early 1970s, when he formed a band “Comox” with Edwin Grieve and Paul Stephens. The band produced a Top 10 Canadian hit “Country Hooka”. Yet another amazing local musician, he is still performing and producing from his home studio, having recently produced Anela’s album “Through the Years” The performance is family friendly with a concession offering tea, coffee, soft beverages and goodies. Net profit from the concession is directed to the Vancouver Island Compassion Dog program. Net profits from the concession is matched by Sunwest RV. Doors open at 6:30 and performance begins at 7. Tickets at the door $18 Advance tickets $15 available at Bop City in Courtenay and the Red Carpet Boutique in Comox. Youth tickets (under 19) are $8.
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Kitty Cat PALS
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As another year is upon us, on behalf of Kitty Cat Prevent a Litter Society, we would like to take a moment to reflect on our history and our year in 2014. It’s been quite a year for Kitty Cat PALS. This fully not-for-profit registered charity, like any other business, has had some growing pains; lumps and bumps, ups and downs, shed some tears, laughed with joy, won some and lost some, but kept their spirit just the same, all for the sake of cats - big cats, small cats, loving cats, scardey cats, indoor cats, outdoor cats, cats with disabilities baby kittens to senior cats and everything in between, all in search of one common goal - to find them their life-long loving home. What was once a dream of the heart is now a reality for Kitty Cat PALS, which is well on its way
to becoming a household name in our community. With perseverance for their vision and their devotion for all cats, founders Larissa Whitby and Claudia Naaykens can finally breathe a sigh of relief; they saw a need and together paved a way through trial and error and created Kitty Cat Prevent a Litter Society (2007). Now, their vision has been realized and Kitty Cat PALS is receiving the community support this cause deserves. The founders, along with Kitty Cat PALS volunteers and board members, have
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been tremendously hard at work locating feral cat colonies, 21 in all to date, this work includes trapping, spaying or neutering and releasing adult cats back to their lair, removing any kittens and socializing them for adoption via foster homes and educating the public on the plight of feral cats and how the community benefits from this program. This is just the tip of all the work necessary in keeping the feral cat population safe and at bay. The growth has been slow and steady, but last
year, the opening of our Intake Centre (a location where we can temporarily house cats for health examination prior to release or adoption), was a huge step forward. With a growing abundance of community support, 2015 can see exponential growth in awareness. Of course none of this would be possible without the support of the community, which includes the assistance of the many volunteers, the veterinarians, and the generosity of the local pet food stores and the tireless effort of the 9 board members. Volunteers have spent numerous hours supporting the cause in many ways: from scooping cats to scooping cat boxes, feeding, weaning, brushing and cleaning, trimming of claws, supporting the
cause, newspaper tags, website brags, adoption clinics, talking to cynics, doctor bills, administer pills, pick-ups, hick ups, money, money, money, all in a day’s work, all in keeping the cats of our community safe. For this support we are humbled and grateful. In closing, Kitty Cat PALS has a few wishes and goals for 2015 - Community awareness is high on the agenda and with that comes more volunteers, more events and more lives enriched (whether feline or human) Reaching a wider audience through social media, local media and fundraising is also on the list. If you would like more information visit our website at www.kittycatpals. com Submitted by: Lynn Hempinski-Baker Kitty Cat PALS
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Zeggy, the Whippet, was born September 9, 2014, and immediately became an integral part of the 40 Knots team. Named after the Siegerebbe grape, she was bred for these roles. With a potential speed of up to 56 km, she patrols the vineyard to distract nuisances, and protect the grapes. Very social and intelligent, Zeggy is keen to meet and greet all visitors to 40 Knots. She is inspired by chasing things, receiving attention, and earning treats. We invite you to stop by the winery, and welcome Zeggy to the Comox Valley.
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ular intervals, and of course vaccines for diseases like distemper and parvovirus. This is what we do at our veterinary hospital. You’ll want to make sure your little one social-
Deciding to get a dog can be a life-altering moment. While the decision carries with it a wealth of responsibility, a dog can change a person’s life for the better, providing loyalty and companionship for years to come. Once the decision to get a dog has been made, prospective pet owners must choose a breed. Various factors play into this decision, including how much space the dog will have at home, the grooming responsibilities that come with a particular breed and the typical demeanor of a given breed. Because no two breeds or owners are the same, some dog-owner combinations may make for a better pairing than others. Descriptions of breed temperament can provide a window into the general personality of certain dogs. But such descriptions are not set in stone, as each dog is unique and may exhibit behaviors extraordinary to its breed. Factors such as
socialization and training play key roles in how dogs will react in situations, and the following are some dog breeds that have a propensity to be easy-going and relatively easy to train. Golden retriever: Golden retrievers tend to be gregarious, docile and a good fit for families. They are people-oriented, affectionate and loyal. Golden retrievers are moderatelysized dogs that need exercise to prevent boredom (which can compel them to cause damage around the home). But golden retrievers are generally a good fit for firsttime dog owners. Labrador retriever: A close cousin to the golden retriever, labradors are another breed known for their good nature and willingness to be trained. Labs shed and can grow large, so that is something apartment-dwellers must consider before bringing home a lab. Standard poodle: Poodles are an intelligent breed that are easily trained. Poodles can be high strung if not given ample exercise, so this is something prospec-
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Nordics haul in medals at Haywood NorAm race Fourteen local crosscountry ski racers represented Vancouver Island and the Strathcona Nordic Ski Club at the prestigious Haywood NorAm race in Vernon before Christmas— and they all enjoyed fantastic results. The sprint race on Dec. 19 challenged both racers and wax technicians with changing conditions and a good amount of fresh snow throughout the morning, but the athletes were prepared and rose to the challenge. Notable results included two medals for the Nordics: Tallon Noble -gold in Juvenile Boys; Madeleine Guimond – bronze in Juvenile Girls. Saturday’s conditions were excellent with another accumulation of snow on the Sovereign Lake trails. Local racers performed well once again with Noble continuing his winning streak, taking gold in the Juvenile event. Ross Lamon, Connor McGrady, and Matthew Salmon also put in solid performances, with four racers finishing top nine in the Juvenile event. On the girls’ side, Guimond also continued her
Madeleine Guimond (in Strathcona Nordics’ black and red) and Tallon Noble brought medals back to the Island from the prestigious Haywood NorAm crosscountry race in Vernon. PHOTO BY D. CHAMBERLAIN solid weekend performance with a credible seventh place, and young Emmy Stapff, racing up in the Juvenile category, had an
excellent race, finishing top nine in the Juvenile event. Regional Camp In other news, a preChristmas dump of snow,
excellent Island) mostly made for Regional
cold (for the conditions and bluebird skies a fantastic Teck On-Snow camp
Dec. 27-30 at Mount Washington. Fifty-five athletes participated in a variety of activities including the annual classic team relay, ski-athlon and the new and very popular hill climb/slalom team relay race. The Strathcona Nordic Ski Club and Cross Country BC were fortunate to have the assistance of Callaghan Valley Training Centre head coach Chris Manhard for a portion of the camp. In addition to working with the various race team groups, Chris led the whole group in a series of fun and challenging dynamic drills, agility activities and a super series of sprints. The words, “Can we do that again?” was a constant refrain for the rest of the camp. In addition to on-snow training and activities, athletes also gained considerably from a series of visualization and mental skills training sessions and are looking forward to applying those skills to upcoming races including the Teck BC Midget Championships which are being hosted Feb. 7-8 by SNSC and Mount Washington.
Spots Open Meanwhile, the Nordics still have some spots available in their 10-week crosscountry programs, which focus on fun, technique, and social skiing. The adult recreational program is for those who wish to improve their technique (classic and skate) and fitness through a season of coached sessions. Participants meet on a weekend morning and are coached by qualified club coaches. You can register for Saturday or for Sunday sessions and choose the beginner, intermediate, or advanced group. The Youth Rec, SNAP, and Rabbit programs also have a few spots available. These programs focus on the “FUNdamentals” of skiing and help youth and children develop confidence, build overall motor skills, and get the kids out skiing on a weekend morning with a group of peers. Here, you can also register for Saturday or for Sunday sessions. Programs begin Jan. 10. Visit StrathconaNordics. com to register. – Strathcona Nordic Ski Club
Blue Cheese grabs gold in sudden death shootout Blue Cheese – the CVMHA Atom team sponsored by Natural Pastures Cheese – won gold at the Fuller Lake Winter Classic Hockey Tournament, held Dec. 27-28. The Comox team had superb performances by all players throughout the tournament. Blue Cheese had two hardworking and balanced forward lines consisting of Jeremy Berrigan, Braxton Barr and Nolan Sutter, along with Rio Peaker, Ryan Scott and Ty Fisher. The steady and solid defencemen were Liam MacNamee, Andrew Bremer, Nathan Berrigan and Zak Miller. Daniel Gilfil-
lan was the team’s goalie for all exciting periods of hockey again sure and tied it up just over a the games and recorded his first with each goalie making some minute later, with a goal from shutout during the tournament. great saves. Scott assisted by linemates PeakThe round robin results were Kerry Park tied the game with er and Fisher. 8-0, 12-5, 2-1 and 7-4 to It was off to a threeget the man shootout to decide Comox team into the the outcome. Jeremy BerHockey moms and dads were on final game late Sunday rigan scored for Comox night with a team from the edge of their seats as the cheering and Kerry Park tallied to Kerry Park. and noise mounted with each opportu- tie it up after the first The gold medal game three shooters. nity for a goal or crucial save. saw each goalie tested It was now off to sudden early during the first death. Hockey moms and period as the teams got their legs 15:10 left in the third then took dads were on the edge of their going. Peaker opened the scoring the lead on a breakaway goal seats as the cheering and noise with 4:27 left in the first on assist with 5:15 left. The Blue Cheese mounted with each opportunity from Scott. The Comox team held players did not get down, they for a goal or crucial save. on to a one-goal lead through two dug deep and kept up the presGilfillan made another two
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outstanding stops to give his team the opportunity to win. In the fifth round, Nathan Berrigan skated down, faked right, deked left and put a shot in just over the pads of the excellent Kerry Park goaltender to seal the victory for the gold medal. Thanks go to the enthusiastic, positive, dedicated coaches – Ken Berrigan, Paul Sutter, Bruce Peaker and Mike MacNamee for their leadership – as well as team managers Cheryl Scott and Joelle Barr. – Blue Cheese Atoms (For a team photo of the Blue Cheese, view this story online at www.comoxvalleyrecord.com).
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Generation changes in our fishing and hunting A
s we enter the new year I thought it would be interesting to look at some of the changes in our outdoor hunting and fishing pursuits that can take place during the space of time covered in one father-son transition period. The case I will use is the time span from when my father was born in 1885 up to 2015. This is a space of 130 years of outdoor activities covered by father and son. When we observe the staggering changes that have evolved in our sports it is sobering to look at what the future holds for modern day father-and-son time periods. Initially my father passed on to me and my brothers his primary skills of recreational fishing. My father was born in Walden, Vermont, USA, made famous by the great American naturalist Henry David Thoreau. We started our fly fishing careers with a three-piece metal fly rod, that was heavy and cumbersome. Our fly lines were kept afloat with the application of deer fat. The leaders were made of gut and had to be soaked before use. Our flies were traditional British patterns. As teenagers we quickly graduated to split cane rods, popular American-made fly reels, tapered lines and nylon leaders and tying our own
flies. This technology was soon followed by fibreglass rods and Hardy Reels loaded with floating or sinking lines. The next change was graphite rods, and a large choice of new fly reels, along with the specialization of fly lines to meet virtually all fly fishing situations. Our lake fishing careers started on a large northern lake with a simple clinker built boat and oars. It graduated to outboard motors and compasses. To begin with we used hand-lines, that were followed by simple single action trolling reels. These simple beginning tackles graduated to all the modern lines, reels, rods and lures. At first we fished from wharves, shorelines and rafts; from these we progressed to boats made of fibreglass and aluminum that are part of modern fishing. We started on easy-to-catch species such as perch and pike. As time passed we graduated to challenging species such as trout, steelhead, salmon, lingcod and halibut. Compasses are now back-up tools for Gravitational Position Systems (GPS). To protect us from the weather we have sunscreen and waterproof clothing. Our flotation devices vary from collar-like devices to full-fledged survival suits.
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to home, the huge runs of salmon on our coast have been greatly reduced. We are 15 years into the 21st century. I suggest the single generation transfer of knowledge in fishing and hunting from parent to child will cover a century. Applying this concept to our current century means that changes in the next 100 years may be witnessed and adapted by simple transfers of knowledge from one generation to the next.
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Ralph Shaw I also suggest that rapid changes in climates and uses of renewable energy will be profound. These changes will dictate the species we harvest from a rapidly changing natural world. When viewed as a single generation transfer of knowledge
A welcome to 2015 from Comox Lake. Photo by ralph shaw Hunting has not seen the major changes in rifles and shotguns that we experienced in fishing tackle, primarily because modern powder and centre fire rifles and shotguns had been invented. Modern
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and skills, a century is not a very long time. It is the life span of two humans – parent and child. Rapid climate change in our century will challenge how they adapt. A happy and prosperous new year! Ralph Shaw is a master fly fisherman who was awarded the Order of Canada in 1984 for his conservation efforts. In 20 years of writing a column in the Comox Valley Record it has won several awards.
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archery has followed a pattern of new materials and inventions. There have however been some tragic changes in the wildlife species we hunt. As an example, the last passenger pigeon died in a zoo in 1929. Closer
An ostrich’s eye is the largest of any land animal. Now that’s something to smile about!
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Learn to Run Clinic begins soon injury prevention. After the presentation participants break into pace groups based on current fitness levels and personal goals, and will go for a 30-minute run, walk, or walk/run. In his second year as the clinic co-ordinator, Fred Bigelow is looking forward to supporting the participants with the hugely positive transformations that result from a relatively modest commitment to personal health and fitness. “Like the runners and walk/runners I trained with over the years, it is amazing to watch folks punch though goals that only a few weeks before they never would have
thought possible!” The clinic culminates in a 5K Fun Run on March 21, which gives participants a chance to “go the distance” and also serves as a graduation ceremony to wrap up the clinic. To register, contact Courtenay Recreation or drop by the Lewis Centre. Registration forms are also available at Extreme Runners. The cost is $50, increasing to $55 on Jan. 10. The registration fee includes the clinic manual and running log, a technical T-shirt, coaching and support, and the camaraderie of others challenging themselves in a similar way.
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Belle divided her time between California and the Comox Valley for 7 years before making her final decision to move back to California in 2009. All of the family journeyed to visit her over the last few months after her sudden diagnosis with cancer. After a short struggle, Belle passed away peacefully December 23rd surrounded by the loving children that could be there, while the rest were there in spirit. A Celebration of Life will be held in the Spring.
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She also met and married Don Olsen in California and in 1987 the two would move to Peachland, B.C., where they would live for 13 years before Don’s passing in 2001. It was then that Belle came to live with her son Bernie and his wife in the Comox Valley. Here she discovered all kinds of new things about herself - including a love for golf, computers and her iPhone! She also joined the D’Esterre seniors in Comox where she met many dear friends.
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The family of ROBERT BELVEAL would like to express our sincere thanks to Dr. Bullock, Homecare Nurses, care aides, The Red Cross & The Hospice Society for their kindness & caring for Robert during his illness. Our sincere thanks to everyone for your visits and phone calls. Ingrid Belveal and families
And her 13 Great Grandchildren: Audrey, Brixton, Jackson, Sophia, Fiona. Harrison, Weston, Jenova, Ezra, Selina, Celeste, Champ, Katherine.
LOST: Silver Eagle Pendant, between Courtenay & Fanny Bay Dec. 31st. I’ve had the pendant for 30yrs, it’s of great sentimental value, unique, and by a local artist, my most valued possession. REWARD OFFERED. Call 250-334-7120.
WEEKEND COURSE
Love, Heather
Her 19 Grandchildren: Shannon, Lorne, Natasha (Neil), Jordon (Sabrina), Jarret, Jeffery, Claire (Michael), Stephanie (Dave), Gregory, Matthew (Natasha), Sarah (Masaki), Jynelle (Andy), Jason (Olivia), Joshua, Joshua, Nicklaus, Sabrina, Larissa (Nigel), Christine.
LOST MEN’S watch downtown Courtenay, Sat, Jan 3. If found please call (250)8715225.
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LEGALS
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS & OTHERS Notice is hereby given that Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Betty Lenore King deceased formerly of #5-50 Anderton Ave Courtenay, BC V9N 2G8, are hereby required to send full particulars of such claims to the undersigned Executrix c/o Michael Imrie 640-19th St,. Courtenay, BC V9N 2B1, before January 30, 2015. After which date the Estate assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims of which it has notice. Michael Imrie Executor
Weed Man is Canada’s largest Lawn Care Company. We are celebrating our 35th year as the largest lawn care company on Vancouver Island and we are still growing! Working pre-arranged appointments, you will meet with clients in their homes & discuss their options for lawn care this coming season. You will have an opportunity to sell at a very high level! No cold calls! Booking on new clients for the 2015 season! If you are outgoing, energetic and are great with people, this is the job for you. We provide full paid training, a company uniform, a company vehicle for appointments. • Mon-Fri 4-9pm, 8:30am2pm Saturdays • You must have a valid drivers license (abstract required) • Positions are available immediately! • Previous sales or lawn care/landscaping experience an asset. CALL 871-8884 wmcourtenay@shaw.ca
PERSONALS ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS If you want to drink, it is your business, if you want to Stop it is ours. Ph: A.A 250-338-8042 Call Any Time 24/7
LOST AND FOUND FOUND: Remote Control Dec. 27 Highland School & Prechard area. Call 250-890-0543 to identify. FOUND SET of keys on the hiking trail parallel to Royston Road. Call to identify, (250)336-2606.
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Harold John ("Harry") Pruden passed away peacefully with family at his side on Sunday, January 4th, 2015 at St. Joseph's General Hospital in Comox, at the age of 82 years, beloved husband of Shirley Eamer Pruden of Comox Seniors Village. Harry was born and raised in Winnipeg, MB, the youngest child of Joseph Henry Pruden and Annie Palmer Pruden. He was a member of a large MĂŠtis family with roots deep in the Hudson's Bay Company fur trade. Harry had lifelong interests in sports, youth development, the performing arts, and church and community service. As a teenager in WWII, he proudly served in the Canadian Forces as a cadet and continued on in the military Reserves for 22 years, reaching the rank of Major. As a young adult, he was a member of Winnipeg's "Flying M" track club. He was a middle distance runner, and competed at the Canadian Olympic Trials. In later years, he played in a men's senior baseball league. He attended the University of Winnipeg and although he held many and varied positions of employment during his lifetime, he was a Mediation and Conciliation Officer in the Manitoba Department of Labour at the date of his retirement in the late 1980s. At that time, Harry and Shirl moved to Comox. Harry is a past member of the Order of deMolay, Rotary International, Toastmasters, Shrine Circus Daddies, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #160, and the Comox Valley Clown Club. He had a beautiful singing voice, was a member of a number of different choirs over the years and was instrumental in the organizing of Comox Valley's Evergreen Choristers. Harry had his serious, careful side but, by natural inclination, he was an impresario, a storyteller, entertainer, actor, singer, dancer, musician, clown, magician and prankster. Harry was also a romantic. That is one reason why he and Shirl were married on Valentine's Day. They recently celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary. He loved flowers and never failed to bring her flowers. There will never be another like him. Harry was a dedicated member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormons") and he had a strong love of God and a vibrant testimony of Jesus Christ and His gospel. In these last few years, Harry read his scriptures and the songs in his hymnbook many times daily. Harry is predeceased by his parents and all four of his sisters and their husbands: Dorothy (Ed Boittiaux) of Winnipeg; Edythe (Alf Eburne) of Winnipeg and Calgary; Marjorie (Jim Berthman) of Winnipeg; and Mildred (Trevor Hamon) of southern Alberta. He is survived by his daughter Karen Shirley (Leo) of Langley BC; son Hal Pruden of Ottawa; son Glenn Pruden (Laurie) of Ottawa; and step-son Michael Clarke (Tracey) of Courtenay. Harry had 12 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and 17 nephews and nieces, all scattered across North America. Friends may meet the family and pay their respects at Comox Valley Funeral Home, 1101 Ryan Road, Courtenay, BC on Friday, January 9th, 2015, at 7:00pm-9:00pm. The Funeral Service will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Courtenay Chapel, 1901 20th Street, Courtenay, BC, on Saturday, January 10th, 2015, at 11:00am. Interment in the Courtenay Civic Cemetery on Mission Hill will be followed by a reception in the Courtenay Chapel's cultural hall. The family would like to give special thanks to all the nurses and doctors in the Emergency Room and ICU at St. Joseph's, especially Chris, Trevor, and Sandy, for their kindness during this difficult time period.
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250-650-1333 SKILLED carpenter. Licensed & certified. Free estimates, Call Doug www.suncrestholdings.ca
WHITE ADMIRAL stove. Good working condition. $99. Call (250)334-0242.
Vancouver Island, BC (see our community online at www.porthardy.ca) busy GM dealership looking for two full time positions to be filled immediately. Very competitive pay scales, benefits, and flexible schedules.
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NEED A GUY? Handyman Service. Journeyman Carpenter & Jack of all trades. Reno’s, decks, tiling, bath/kitchens, doors, windows, fix-ups & maintenance. 30yrs exp. Reasonable rates. Seniors Discount. Jamie 250-650-6304
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DOWNTOWN COURTENAY: 1100sq ft 2 bed apt. appls. + W/D. $1000/mth.
GARAGE SALES ANGEL ESTATE SALES:
Liquidation Warehouse Now Open 10am - 4 pm daily. 1824 Alberni Hwy, Coombs
250-334-6714
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/duplex-ph
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 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.
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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
Competitive Wage & Good BeneďŹ t Package Offered! Please forward your resume: Fax:(1)604-581-4104 Email: careers@tealjones.com Visit: www.tealjones.com
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250-898-8887. HOME Repair, Renovation & Maintenance Service. Interior or Exterior. Call Les for Free Estimate.
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
PETS PETS LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars 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
GORGEOUS CKC black lab puppies, immunized, ready now. $1200. (250)338-1562.
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HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? SALON EQUIPMENT 2 hair dryer chairs, 3 barber chairs, 1 shampoo basin, miscellaneous accessories. 250-923-5507
REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/CONDOS 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 COMOX: FOR sale 2 bdrm apt. at Stevenson Plc -Adult independent living, 1683 Balmoral Ave, Comox. Avail. Feb. 1. Please call 250-658-1123.
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!
Are you currently a Licensed REALTORÂŽ or are you taking the UBC Real Estate Trading Services Course? If you are looking for a great brokerage, give us a call. Coast Realty Group Comox Valley offers you a dynamic management team and a friendly work atmosphere with Professional Realtors. For further details, call Mark Anderson at 250-897-3999 or email mbanderson@ coastrealty.com today to ďŹ nd out if Coast Realty Group is the right ďŹ t for you
RENTALS HOMES FOR RENT
The only Organic Compost in the valley.
Compost/Bark Mulch Top Soil/Gravel Pick Up or Delivery Friendly Service 207-6352 Knight Rd. (next to the Airport)
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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. WALK-ON WATER FRONT, 2 bdrm & den, 2 baths, F & S (W & D provided “as is�) fireplace, new deck, carport, irrigation system, RV parking, N/S, pet neg. w/refs, 6 month lease, Avail. Feb 1 $1,150/mth
APARTMENT/CONDO MOVABLE COTTAGE. Brand new, built to code. 160 sq.ft. Open & bright. Enclosed deck. $7000. (778)585-2287. traceykehler@hotmail.com
1 BDRM, living room, kitchen, stove + fridge. Spectacular Mt & Sea view. Suitable for 1 per. N/P N/S $575/mo. 339-2119 2 bedroom apt available, located at 1365 Alberni Hwy, Parksville. $650 per month. 250-954-9547 BRAIDWOOD MANOR: 3bdrm, 2bath, 3 appls.,storage locker, 1 sm pet ok. Avail. immed $750mth 250-650-5106
CARS
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1996 Ford Escort for sale $700. Automatic, runs well. 250-897-0051
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ABBEYFIELD HOUSE offers affordable, supportive seniors accommodation in a home-like setting. All meals provided. Call 250-338-7136 for tour.
ROYSTON: 1 bdrm, fully furnished, electric, water and garbage incld. $750/mo. Avail. Feb. 1st. Call (250)336-2339.
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VACANCIES 407A-5th Street 250-871-4427 APARTMENT/CONDO
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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 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. - $1,150/mth FUNKY DOWNTOWN LIVING 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, above commercial space, res. pkg, N/S, No pets, Avail. Jan 1 - $1,000/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 ALDERWOOD TOWNHOUSE top flr, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, balcony, res. pkg., N/S, No pets, Avail. Feb 1 - $825/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 3 appls, laminate flrs, patio, coin laundry, storage locker, res. pkg, N/S, cat ok w/refs, Avail. Feb 1 - $695/mth CTNY WEST DUPLEX 3 bdrms, 1.5 bath, 4 appls, fenced yard w/shed, N/S, sm pet neg. w/refs, month to month lease, Avail. Feb 1 $1,050/mth ABOVE COMMERICAL SPACE 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, two storey suite, in floor heating, N/S, No pets, Avail. Feb 1 - $1,000/mth CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN 2 bdrm, 1.5 bath, 5 appls, deck, res. pkg, N/S, cat neg. w/refs, Avail. Feb 1 $1,200/mth MAPLEWOOD MANOR 1 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, laminate flrs, “adult oriented�, balcony, res. pkg, N/S, No pets, Avail. Feb 1 $650/mth
REDUCED! 1369sqft 2 BDRM PATIO HOME. 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.
COMOX: 2 bdrm apt at Stevenson Plc - Adult independent living, 1683 Balmoral Ave, Comox. Avail. Feb. 1. Please call 250-658-1123. COURTENAY 2-bdrm $760. Bay window, 5 appls, quiet & secure. NP/NS (250)702-4857
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MOUNTAIN VIEW Manor- 125 Centennial Dr, Courtenay. 1 & 2 bdrms, secure entrance, ELEVATOR. 250-334-2800.
TWO WINTERCLAW snowtires: 215/65R/15 on 6 bolt Nissan Frontier rims $225 firm 250-871-3772
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31 suites offer $96,000. net income/yr. or, $280k Dn. To Yield 15% Return-OAC Local manager wants to stay on to make your ownership easy Call Bill (604) 230-9392
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FIREARMS REGISTERED BROWNING semi-automatic 12 gauge shot gun, 75 yrs old. Asking $800 obo. Call (250)941-4533.
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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
SANDPIPER VILLAGE 1650 Comox Ave. ONE BEDROOM fresh renovation. New floor coverings, appliances, light fixtures and window coverings. Large private patio. Quiet, well maintained adult building just two blocks from Comox Mall and one block from Filberg Park. A very special suite. 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.
CEDAR MANOR 463-12th Street. TWO BEDROOM bright and spacious in a quiet, well maintained adult building in central Courtenay, just three blocks from downtown. Recent renovation with new cabinets, flooring, blinds and light fixtures. Security entry. Dining room window. A unique suite. Call Dave @ 250-338-0267 or John @ 250-703-2264.
WESTWATER 60 Anderton Ave. TWO BEDROOM fresh renovations underway. 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 @ 250-7032264.
TRADEWINDS 1600 Comox Ave. TWO BEDROOM recent renovation. Large kitchen. Private patio garden area. In suite storage. Quiet, well maintained mature adult building in central Comox. Resident social room. Security entry. Very attractive suite. 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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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
2000 TOYOTA ECHO 5 speed Standard. 128,000 km. Very economical. Low maintenance car. $3000. Call Chris @ 250203-4886. In Campbell River.
2002 MAZDA Protege 117000km $1800 in extras excellent condition auto air $7000 obo. 250-871-1870 or cell 250-897-0701 ask for Glen
TRAVELAIRE 1989 Chev Gas. Sleeps 4 adults & 2 children. $5000 or best offer. Ph: 250-339-3258
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FORD RANGER 2000 2wd Matching canopy. Good condition. 120kms. $3500. 250-3387676
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
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2008 DODGE Charger, 82,000 km. $10,500 obo. Excellent condition. Call 250-334-4166.
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.
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1 and 2 Bedroom suites available. One of the best values in Courtenay. Unique floor plans. California kitchens. These bright, modern suites are available in quiet, secure building.
250-334-3078
Call Sharon 250-338-7449
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Registration for Kindergarten & Other Programs for 2015/16 School Year *** Important information for School District No. 71 (Comox Valley) Families ***
School District No. 71 (Comox Valley) will be enrolling kindergarten students (Neighbourhood, French Immersion, Montessori, Aboriginal and eClasses) in district schools for attendance in September 2015. To be eligible for enrolment in September 2015, a student must turn five (5) years of age by December 31, 2015. Each child’s birth certificate must be presented at time of registration. CareCards will not be accepted as proof of birth but need to be presented at time of registration. A Passport or Landed Immigrant authorization are suitable forms of documentation in lieu of birth certificates.
Kindergarten Registration:
All of our kindergarten classes are full-day programs. Parents are asked to register their children at their current neighbourhood school on February 18, 19, 20, 2015 between the hours of 8:30 am and 12:00 pm. While most, if not all, students living in a school’s local catchment will be accommodated at that school, they cannot be guaranteed placement in the catchment area school and may be required to go to the nearest school having space available. To determine your English program catchment school, please visit our district website at www.sd71.bc.ca, click on “Schools” and go to “School Locator”. If you live in an area where busing is provided, and if you haven’t already done so, you need to go to SD 71’s website and complete a Bus Transportation Registration Form for your child. All students travelling on School District No. 71 school buses must have a bus pass. Orientation Session for Kindergarten Programs: Parents are invited to a special evening for kindergarten. Come and join us on February 5, 2015 from 6:30 pm to 7:45pm at Queneesh Elementary (2345 Mission Road, Courtenay) where you will have an opportunity to hear about the many different kindergarten programs in our district. An educator from each of the programs will be in attendance to talk about them: • Neighbourhood (the kindergarten program in your neighbourhood school); • Aboriginal; • Early French Immersion; • Montessori; • navigate (NIDES) Interaction Class (iClass); and • navigate (NIDES) Fine Arts eCademy (FAE)
Other Programs:
French Immersion-held at École Puntledge Park (401 Willemar Avenue. Courtenay) and École Robb Road (1909 Robb Avenue. Comox) Registration only for siblings of students currently enrolled in Early or Late French Immersion is at École Puntledge Park Elementary and École Robb Road Elementary on February 11, 2015 from 7:30 am to 12:00 pm. Registration for all other students for French Immersion is at École Puntledge Park Elementary and École Robb Road Elementary on February 12 and 13, 2015 from 7:30 am to 12:00 pm. Inquiries about this program may be made to the Principals at École Puntledge Park Elementary (250) 334-4495 or École Robb Road Elementary (250) 339-6864. navigate (NIDES) Interaction Class (iClass) Kindergarten: held at navigate’s Tsolum Campus (2505 Smith Road, Courtenay) Registration only for siblings of students currently enrolled navigate (NIDES) Interaction Class is at navigate’s Tsolum Campus from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm on February 11, 2015. Registration for all other students for the iClass Kindergarten at navigate (NIDES) will take place at navigate’s Tsolum Campus from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm on February 12 and 13, 2015. navigate (NIDES) Fine Arts eCademy (FAE) Kindergarten: held at navigate’s Tsolum Campus Registration only for siblings of students currently enrolled in Fine Arts eCademy Kindergarten at navigate (NIDES) is at navigate’s Tsolum Campus from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm on February 11, 2015. For registration for all other Fine Arts eCademy Kindergarten registration, please contact navigate (NIDES) administration at (250) 337-5300, Principal Jeff Stewart at jeff.stewart@sd71.bc.ca. Aboriginal Kindergarten/Grade 1 - held at Ecole Puntledge Park Elementary If your child Is First Nation, Metis or Inuit, we offer a program based on cultural teachings and ministry learning outcomes. Although preference will be given to Aboriginal children, non-Aboriginal children may apply. Registration only for siblings of students currently enrolled in the Aboriginal Kindergarten/ Grade 1 program is at École Puntledge Park Elementary School on February 11, 2015 from 7:30 am to 12:00 pm. Registration for all other students for Aboriginal Kindergarten is at École Puntledge Park on February 12 and 13, 2015 from 7:30 am to 12:00 pm. For further information, please call Bruce Carlos, District Principal of Aboriginal Education at (250) 331-4040. Montessori Kindergarten -registration and program held at Queneesh Elementary School (2345 Mission Road, Courtenay) Registration only for siblings of students currently enrolled In Montessori is on February 11, 2015 from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm. Registration for all other students for Montessori is on February 12 and 13, 2015 from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm. For information, please contact Queneesh Elementary at (250) 334-4089. Late French Immersion (Grade 6 entry) - registration and program held at École Puntledge Park Elementary An orientation session will be held at École Puntledge Park on January 22, 2015 from 6:30 to 7:15pm. Secondarv French Immersion - registration and program held at Mark R. lsfeld Secondarv (1551 Lerwick Road. Courtenay) Students from School District 93 (École Au coeur de l’île) who want to enrol in School District No. 71 must apply for a cross boundary transfer by February 28, 2015. Cross Boundary Transfer Requests: Requests for cross boundary transfers for the 2015/16 year must be completed online no later than February 28, 2015 for consideration. The link titled “Cross Boundary Requests” will be on our homepage at www.sd71.bc.ca early January 2015. If you do not have access to a computer, you may use the computer in the foyer of the School Board Office at 607 Cumberland Road, Courtenay, BC.
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For further information about any of the programs, please contact the individual school or the School Board Office at (250) 334-5500 Allan Douglas, Director of Instruction for elementary questions or Tom Demeo, Assistant Superintendent for secondary school questions.
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COMOX VALLEY WORSHIP DIRECTORY BAHÁ’Í FAITH
THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA WELCOMES YOU TO SERVICES AT:
COMOX UNITED An Affirming Ministry
Comox Avenue at 250 Beach Dr.
Sunday Worship Worship and Sunday and Children & Youth Program 10 am Children & Youth Program Saturday Service at 5 pm (Sept-May)
10:00 am Saturday Worship 5:00 pm Email: cxunited@telus.net Rev. Maggie Enwright October to May
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Meeting in the Stan Hagen Theatre of the North Island College at 10 am Sunday Morning www.centralchurchefc.com Pastor Dave Koleba Associate Pastor Jeremy Boehm
Val 250-338-7727 (office)
St. Peter
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RIVER HEIGHTS CHURCH
Sunday Celebration 10:30 am
Hosts of “Comox Valley School of Supernatural Ministry”
Religion of the Light & Sound of God
Lewis Centre
2nd Sunday 11:00 am
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ECK Worship Service
Eckankar: See Yourself from the Perspective of Soul, A Divine Spark of God. 2nd Sunday 11:00 am Community HU Song Contact: 250-331-9338 www.eckankar.org
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St. George’s “The church with a heart in the heart of the city”
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SUNDAY
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5:40 - No Service Join Us January 3rd
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Shepherd Of The Valley Lutheran Church (ELCIC)
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St. John the Divine
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Spirit in Practice
“The essence of wealth is love for Me … he that loveth Me not is indeed of the poor and needy.” Bahá’u’lláh
Comox Valley Parishes Welcome You!
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ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA
Full Gospel Christian Fellowship
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Devotional gathering – with the theme “True Wealth,” January 12 at 7:15 pm. All are welcome.
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THEY DID IT again, even though
the choir and the venue were smaller than the rendition earlier on this year. Friday night’s performance (Dec. 19) was in every sense equivalent, reaching again an ascending artistic level. As a patron sitting in the audience you wonder if this choir would be as excellent without musical director Jenn Forsland and accompanist Sean Mooney. It’s not a question, it’s a forgone conclusion that the beating of the heart of these “Fantastic Singers” would stop for a seasonal time. The swooning performance of Jenn, the choir and the excellent musical accompanist opened this night with Christmas is Coming. My favoured renditions were, We Sing, Sesere eeye, Jingle Bells and the inspirational closing song, Soon and Very Soon, which repeatedly was emphasized with the words, “Changed the World” and “Take the World.” With the dark rainy days surrounding the church location and the avalanche of negative news articles in the world these days, it reminded me of Christmas 1914, a heroic cry for peace. “A still hush fell over the battle field when out of the cold night air the English heard a most beautiful voice coming from the German lines singing ‘Silent Night, Holy Night.’ When the German soldier had finished the first verse, one brave English soldier stood and began singing the second. One by one, men rose up from their frozen entrenchments and began to join in until almost every soldier, German and English were singing.”
BEST WISHES FOR a wonderful
new year to all the generous citizens, businesses and organizations of the Comox Valley who responded to Dawn to Dawn’s annual appeal for funds. We could not do what we do to help those members of our community who find themselves homeless or at risk of becoming homeless without your support. So a sincere thank you to each and everyone of you. Please do have a great 2015!
TO ALL MY Record customers on
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the job fun. I am looking forward to another year delivering to all of you. A very happy new year to all. And a special thank you to Terry, our circulation manager for all he does to keep us organized. Thanks Terry! Sincerely, Bev Smit.
ANOTHER EARLY, DARK, rainy
night with very poor visibility, once again leaving me wondering why we have such pathetic road markings on all our roads. White lines on the sides show up just slightly better than the yellow lines down the centre. No reflective paint, and very few cats eyes, if any, down the middle, none at all on the outer edge. Why is this? I recently read that water-based paint is used, which wears off in a very short time, instead of spirit-based paint. Ridiculous! Is this some sort of environmentalism gone mad? Many parts of the world use paint containing reflective materials – surely in the 21st century we can take the leap to join them, for safety’s sake? And in England, where we came from, cats eyes are used, close together, on virtually all centre lines and road edge lines. If it’s a matter of finances, I for one would like MY tax dollars to go for highly visible road markings, which would make mobility at night, and especially in winter, so, so much easier, and no doubt would save lives too!
REGARDING THE LETTER saying
the recent flooding of the roads beside Farquarson farm fields means we need a third river crossing: I completely disagree. We live in a town with a river running through it, and very, very occasionally we have to put up with very temporary flooding as a fact of life. Otherwise our two bridges adequately handle the volume of traffic we have here. But what we definitely DO need is for the road between Superstore and the 17th St. bridge to be made four lanes all the way along. It is ridiculous to have four lanes at both ends of this piece of road, with everyone having to funnel into two lanes in the middle of it. Traffic would be able to move much faster if it didn’t have to form single lines in each direction for that small stretch of road. And surely there is room on the side to widen it. Why hasn’t this been done before now?
THE COMOX VALLEY Lions Club wish to acknowledge: Sandy of Dulux Paints in Courtenay for the generous donation of paint for the ceiling and walls in our Lions Den, and Midland Tools for the painting tarp. We also thank Chad Rochon (C.H.A.D. Painting) and his friends Rachelle, Andrew, Judy, Ed, Karin and James for assisting with prepping and painting. The Den looks so much better thanks to your efforts. Special thanks to Mrs. Rachon for the
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fabulous cookies. Having the community come out in our time of need, truly was the best Christmas present we could ever have received.
THREE WEEKS PLUS of boiling
water in 2014? What is going on in our watershed? The very well-informed, very professional CVRD general manger of water services is lost to explain this phenomenon which is unprecedented in the history of the Comox Lake water supply. Will the Province, who are implementing more expensive water standards, investigate the cause of this? Surely it is not solely climate change or heavy rainfall. This is not a Mount Polley disaster, but a rolling, boiling issue which will boil over into big bucks for solutions to a problem that has not surfaced until this year, 2014. Let’s have an independent investigation and find the causes of this and assign the liabilities for the cost of fixing the water quality. Writer and long-term resident, Frank Carter, outlines the issue well in his letter to the editor. Ask your elected or appointed CVRD rep what they are doing to address this problem! Why should Comox Valley customers pay $25-$50 million for water quality problems created most likely by the Province, who have not protected our watershed?
FOR THOSE OF you hoping for a Swiss Chalet to come to town, remember, it takes big bucks to buy a franchise. I have been in touch with their head office several times over the past decade and I am sorry to say there was no interest. Now that they have closed locations in Nanaimo and Victoria, I wonder if they’ve lost all interest in our Island. What we need is a Tim Hortons at the old Chad’s location. There is no place for store employees and shoppers at the Anfield Plaza to take a break. If it’s restaurants you want, what about an Olive Garden, or The Keg, or Milestone’s, Montana’s or Kelsey’s, but located out near the new hospital. A BIG BOUQUET of sunshine and
roses to Devon of Ace’s Roofing. My relaxing stormy Sunday afternoon became an emergency with a water leak from the bathroom vent in my roof. With one quick call to Ace’s Roofing, Devon put his Sunday on hold to come assess and fix the problem immediately. The job was completed with top-notch, efficient service, which was above and beyond expectations, despite the horrible weather. I would highly recommend Ace’s Roofing for any repairs or emergencies like mine. Thank you so much, Devon of Ace’s Roofing, for turning my dreary day into a comforting and stress-free one.
Crimestoppers will pay cash rewards for information leading to the arrest of persons involved in criminal activities in the Comox Valley.
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Thread: Comox Valley’s New Year’s baby Hunter Dean Donald Somers born 8:04 a.m. Jan. 1 Responses: SANDRA TUFNAIL – Congratulations you guys! Love the name
HUGH MACKINNON - Congrats!!! CHERYL EGAN MUNRO - Congratulations and welcome to the Comox Valley little Hunter.
BRENDA CLAUSEN – Congratulations you two. What a beautiful family.
SUNRISE VETERINARY CLINIC Love this, congrats!
LORRAINE HODSON - Congratulations to you two and to Hunter.
BARB LEVINS - Congrats to all the family!
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hugs and blessings to you and baby Hunter.
CAROL RICE - No way!!! Only you
could pull this off Lauren!! Congratulations to you and your families!!
SARAH BOETTCHER - Pft 8:04
a.m.! You guys totally could have made it for new year’s steak feast!;) Congrats you guys!!!
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guys. Health and lots of happiness in 2015.
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Highlight features, but don’t forget benefits T he majority of people are looking for a solution when they are on the hunt for a product or service. If they do not see that in the messages you are communicating, then it is you who has the problem and the one who needs to find a solution. With not too much effort here’s how you can turn things around. Time after time we are taught, in the world of marketing, the importance of not just highlighting the features but emphasizing the benefits. If prospects can’t readily identify with the benefits you provide, they are likely to move on stopping with the first company that relates to what their needs may be. Your first objective or goal then is to do or say something that will attract attention. The best way to do this is to first identify what their problems are and then clearly articulate how you
can provide a solution. Remember anyone and everyone who purchases a product or service does so because it will satisfy a need or solve a problem. Sounds pretty basic but so many companies and entrepreneurs highlight product or service features and then forget to tell the customer how these features translate into benefits. Often these two words — features and benefits — are confused and loosely used in sales pitches. Understanding the difference is the key to successful selling. Features quite simply are the characteristics that establish just what your product or service is. In the case of products they are often listed in bullet form on the side of the box. Services are usually itemized on a page in a pamphlet. Benefits on the other hand show exactly what your product or service can do to satisfy a need.
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SMITH They show how your product or service can be used to save time, reduce stress or make the prospect’s job easier and in some cases more profitable. I’ve said this before: for the most part, customers don’t care about you, they care more about what you can do for them. If you don’t know what is important to your customers then it does not matter how many features you list. Listing features assumes that your customers can translate them into benefits. You are asking them to do all the work when the reality is that customers want you to do the work. They want you to show them exactly how they will benefit. They want you to show them how purchasing your product or service will
Real estate facts in the Valley Last year, there were 1,442 sales of all property types, an eight per cent increase over 2013. The highest number of annual sales was 2,256 in 2007. The lowest was 879 in 1998. The 20-year average is 1,508. Last year is the seventh consecutive year of below average numbers of sales. The 12-month average sale price of a Comox Valley home is $359,437, up six per cent from 2013 and the highest ever. The average lot price is $150,134, up eight per cent. If you purchased an ‘average’ home in 2004, you paid $211,308. If you bought an average lot in the same year, you paid $75,246.
solve their problem or fill their needs. Here’s a simple exercise to help focus on using the benefits to make a sale. • Make a list of every feature your product or service has to offer. • Now ask yourself why each feature is included in terms of offering a benefit. • In looking at the benefits, ask yourself how they will connect with the needs of your target prospects. •Develop a number of benefit statements that you can use when speaking to different customers. Remember not all of your customers have the same needs. Take a lesson from the car manufacturers. When selling family SUVs, dad may be interested in power and a sporty road handling feel, while mom may be more interested in safety and convenience, so they build their sales messages accordingly. And last but not least, try to include
some emotional appeal in order to motivate them to reach for their wallets or the order form which of course will be a benefit to you. Joe Smith is a communications consultant and an accomplished fine artist. He can be reached via email at joesmith@ shaw.ca.
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ax and fee increases have become as sure a sign that a new year has arrived as champagne and fireworks. According to the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, B.C. residents can expect to see hikes in the rates they pay for MSP, EI, CPP, BC Hydro, ICBC and BC Ferries. Among the increases for 2015, the Medical Services Premium Tax goes up $33 a year for individuals and $66 for families; EI and CPP taxes will go up $23 in 2015; BC Hydro announced a six per cent hike in electricity rates for April 1, which amounts to an estimated $72 for the average home; BC Ferries will boost fares 3.9 per cent; and ICBC is expected to raise basic auto insurance, estimated to be $36 for the average car. “Every government and agency seems to get their pound of flesh, and one wonders when enough will be enough,” said Jordan Bateman, B.C. director for the Canadian Taxpayers Federation. The simple answer to that question seems to be never. BC Ferries shows that even the threat of decreasing revenues and a damaged economy can’t restrain the Crown corporation’s temptation to gouge its customers. A Union of B.C. Municipalities report shows that fare increases have driven down ridership on BC Ferries at a cost of $2.3 billion to the provincial GDP. But the potential of an economic downturn isn’t enough to deter BC Ferries from bringing in the increase that will more than offset the gains from its much-heralded elimination of the fuel surcharge. But perhaps the most troubling increase is the one to basic auto insurance premiums. The increase comes despite the government funnelling more than $150 million from the Crown corporation into provincial coffers, and it will be targeted at safe drivers along with those actually responsible for any increase in claims. It’s clear that when it comes to fee hikes, fairness and financial returns play no part in the equation. It’s just a new year’s plunge into the taxpayers’ wallet. -Black Press
Record Question of the Week This week: A lot of us are complaining about it, but most of us are adhering by the boil water advisory. Not by a lot though. Only 56 per cent of those responding said they are abiding by the boil water advisory. Next week: Are you heading to warmer climates for a holiday this winter? Visit www.comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote in the Poll.
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t’s time to look beyond the boundaries to stop “mega-fires” protests and political battles by creating landscape-level fuel around climate change that breaks, with targeted harvesting, prescribed burning dominated 2014, and Politics and new silviculture look at the year and practices. the decade ahead. It notes that bark From the California drought to shiftbeetle infestations and ing forest patterns bigger, hotter fires om across B.C., there is are being seen across letcher evidence that our North America, with climate is changing costs rising along with more rapidly. Public urban development. debate consists mainly of squabFor example, the 2011 Slave bling about the significance of Lake fire in northern Alberta human-caused greenhouse gas generated the second largest emissions, rather than what can insurance charge in Canadian be done to prepare. history. A draft discussion paper from The costs of preparing are the B.C. forests ministry on huge. The costs of not preparing wildfire control was released could be catastrophic. in December after an access to Also in 2014, the B.C. government appointed an advisory cominformation request. “Climate mittee to prepare for the renewal Change Adaptation and Action of the Columbia River Treaty Plan For Wildfire Management, with the United States. 2014-2024” describes the progress made in the province’s comWhile this 1964 the treaty munity forest fire prevention has no end date, its flood conplan, and its goal to create “wild- trol mandate expires in 2024. fire resilient ecosystems and I spoke with Deborah Harford wildfire adapted communities” and Jon O’Riordan, members over the next 10 years. of the Simon Fraser University The final discussion paper is Adaptation to Climate Change to be released early in 2015, but Team (ACT), who, along with the key research is in. It estiACT senior policy author Robert mates that by 2017 there will Sandford, have written a provocative book on the treaty. be 788 million cubic metres of “If you’re looking ahead 60 dead pine in B.C. forests. Fires years from 2024, there’s a lot in these areas spread 2.6 times of climate change projected in faster than in healthy green that period, for British Columstands, up to 66 metres per minute. bia and the U.S.,” Harford said. The report calls for fuel man“For the B.C. side, we’re lookagement beyond community ing at heavy precipitation and
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potential increase in snowmelt runoff, while in the States, you’re getting the opposite, much less snow. “There will probably be no snowpack left down there, and they’re looking at the prospect of quite drastically lower flows in the summer.” The treaty, sparked by devastating floods in 1948, led to construction of three dams on the B.C. side and one at Libby, Washington that backed up Kookanusa Lake into B.C. Between that reservoir and the Arrow Lakes, 110,000 hectares of B.C. land was flooded, including orchards, dairy farms and the homes of 2,000 people. Those dams hold back spring flood water and provide for irrigation that has allowed Washington to expand its agriculture to a $5 billion-a-year industry. The treaty shares the value of hydroelectric power generated by the many downstream U.S. dams such as the Grand Coulee, but it pays B.C. nothing for agricultural benefits that were achieved at the cost of B.C. farms and aboriginal territories. O’Riordan notes that climate shifts create a strategic benefit for B.C. The U.S. has no more dam capacity to exploit, and needs us more than ever, for flood protection and water supply. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca
Government contradictory in its stance on veterans Dear editor, MP John Duncan where are you? Your latest mail out is waxing on quite nicely about veterans and honouring them. I’m sure you think the “information” sheet appeals to voters. Like, who can’t get behind supporting veterans, especially WW II veterans? But John I gotta say, I was doing some reading and I don’t know what to believe. You see, your colleague and the Minister of “not so responsible for Veterans Affairs”, James Fantino, has been saying some not so
nice things about the veterans. “The Veterans Affairs Dept. says some veterans are exaggerating their injuries to continue receiving financial benefits from the government and to avoid joining the work force.” So what is it? Is your political party “honouring” veterans or suggesting they are “malingerers”? Now your “mail out” did seem to speak exclusively about WW II vets, so I think it reasonable to conclude the “malingerers” are those who are still trying
to receive the benefits they are entitled to. MP Duncan, I would suggest your Conservative Party is the problem. Your Conservative Party took a BILLION dollars out of the Veteran Affairs budget. That resulted in a reduction of services for veterans. Now you want to blame the victims for their wounds and their inability to recover. John, that isn’t a nice thing to do.
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Homelessness will always exist Dear editor, There will never be a solution to homelessness! There is no way to modify the human spirit of wanderlust or defying conformity; be it intended or altered by drugs and alcohol. There will always be people, mostly the young and disaffected, who do not want to resign themselves to a responsible life. By the same token, there will always be older people who defy logic and or societal kinship and will find whatever lifestyle suits their lack of work ethic or ability to slough off their lives. Now before all you naysayers state that there are
loaders in society. There will always be abuse of available social assistance. As long as these two conditions exist, so-called “homelessness” will exist. Don’t let the politicians or deceived charitable people tell you otherwise, it’s pure fallacy! So let’s quit the rhetoric, deceit and waste and provide resources where they are needed and get those members of society who continue to abuse the rights of deserving citizens back to being contributing members of our world.
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people who through no fault of their own, end up needing assistance and guidance, I say that is why we have a benevolent social welfare system, to provide for those folks who deserve and need help. If you believe that most of these people would
accept gainful or meaningful employment, then all you have to do is look at the disaster of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program, that has totally abused the concept, in order to fulfill all kinds of so-called service jobs. There will always be free-
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Is this really the legacy we want to leave? Dear editor, 2014 was a busy year for the Harper Conservatives who were quietly dismantling Canada’s environmental protections to serve international oil, gas, mining and aquaculture interests. Weakened laws include granting broad power to the Ministers of Fisheries and Oceans and Environment to authorize destruction of Canada’s native fish in
favour of foreign industrial development, along with lifting restrictions on large-scale dumping of aquatic drugs, pesticides and farm-fish waste into the ocean. At the end of the year the Harper Conservatives handed federal ports the license to operate without environmental reviews and the power to destroy terrestrial species at risk of extinction. And if you want to peacefully protest
the projects these actions will allow, they have just proposed new provisions to the Criminal Code that would result in 10 years in jail and big fines. Once it’s gone - it’s gone. Instead of Canada’s iconic natural areas, we will have poor air quality and industrial landscapes with coal, oil barges and pipelines replacing our fisheries, tourism and hospitality jobs.
In 2015 do we want to continue this authorized, corporate control to destroy Canada’s natural areas, climate, and democracy? Let’s leave a different legacy, and choose to conserve habitat, stop the fossil fuel expansion, and further the solar, wind and water energy businesses with viable, clean jobs. Sheila Harrington Lasqueti Island
Time is now for the government to end parental support clawbacks Dear editor, Now that we are done with the season of charitable giving, it’s time to sit back and ...do something! Food banks fill a gap, charitable giving is good in and of itself but these things are only Bandaids - as we all know. But here’s one action that we can take to ensure that the pressure is eased a little on food banks and other charities. We can ramp up the pressure on the provincial government to end the evil clawback of parental support
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to reach a degree of comfort where they can actually see a future. There are many things that we can do as citizens to make this a more equitable society. I don’t do nearly enough to try to change things but I am making this my own feeble effort to rouse people to pressure Don McRae and Christy Clark and all the rest of the Liberals, to immediately end this despicable clawback. Oh I know, the Liberal caucus is “studying” this issue, but the next budget will have come and gone
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Partnering Pays Off Last month the Comox Valley Community Foundation distributed almost $50,000 to local charities which maintain “agency endowment funds” with the CVCF including Abbeyfield House Society, Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park Association, Hornby Island Educational Society, Sid Williams Theatre Society and several others. An endowment fund is an investment set aside for the long-term support of a charity. The Comox Valley Community Foundation works with several organizations to manage their endowment funds which are held in perpetuity. The income earned is paid out to the charity annually and can be used for that year’s priorities. An “agency endowment fund” is a great option for charities that wish to create a steady flow of income. “This can be a really useful method for creating long term stability,” says CVCF President Norm Carruthers. “Charities can encourage their donors to consider this as a lasting gift – a gift that will keep giving for generations to come.” Sometimes endowments are created because “matching” funds are available from large arts or heritage groups. “These larger organizations have an interest in ensuring the long term viability of smaller, local groups and see an endowment fund as a way of helping,” continues Carruthers. For example, the Sid Williams Theatre Society created an endowment fund with the CVCF in 2008 and received matching grants from the BC Arts Renaissance Program and the City of Courtenay. “Some people want to help us with current needs and so they make donations directly to the SWTS,” says SWTS President Wayne Anderson. “Others want to make a longer lasting contribution and in those cases, it’s great to have our CVC Foundation endowment.” Many charities with small endowments find that it makes good financial sense to create an endowment with the CVCF. “There are economies of scale to be enjoyed when you are part of a much larger fund,” says Carruthers. “Pooling all of our investments into one large fund gives us greater leverage and often means paying much lower fees as a result.” To learn more about the Comox Valley Community Foundation and agency endowment funds, please visit the CVCF website at
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Isfeld student presented with prestigious award A Mark R. Isfeld Secondary graduate has been recognized by the province for her extraordinary scholastic achievements. The Governor General’s Academic Medal is the highest award offered to a high school student, and is based on all Grade 11 and 12 courses. The calculation is done only after all provincial exams have been marked, so schools will not know the final result until late August. By this time, the recipient is often off to university, and the presentation of the award must wait until a break from studies. This year, Kristen Bystrom placed first in Mark R. Isfeld Secondary based on her academic average of 95.84 per cent!
The Governor-General Award is always a close competition, and a gap of half a percentage point is considered a decisive margin. In this year, there was a tie for second place to the hundredth decimal, with many others close behind. However, Kristen’s average was 1.5 per cent higher than second place, which is an almost unprecedented lead over what has always been a tight field. Remarkably, the bulk of Kristen’s studies were in sciences and mathematics, where marks are not always easy to earn. Add to this the fact that Kristen was active in the fine arts, including a lead role in The Wizard of Oz, and in leadership activities, managing her own Destination Imagination
Team as a Grade 12 student. Considering all that Kristen was able to jam into her grad year, for her to maintain this academic average is a stellar achievement and a testament to her organizational skills and personal drive. Kristen is presently studying Actuarial Science at Simon Fraser University, and is looking into co-op education opportunities. She has continued her academic excellence at SFU, earning a high enough grade point average to qualify for continued scholarship funding. The staff of Mark R. Isfeld Secondary congratulate Kristen Bystrom on winning this distinguished award and applaud her Kristen Bystrom was presented with her medal and a plaque, and continued academic success at had her name in lights, on the Mark Isfeld marquee. Photo Submitted the post-secondary level.
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WolfPack wins tourney Kamloops, B.C.—For the second time in its history, the McDonalds International Men’s Volleyball Tournament has been won by the host Thompson Rivers University WolfPack. The WolfPack downed the Trinity Western University Spartans 3-0 to capture the 2015 title at the Tournament Capital Centre on Sunday (Jan. 4). The scores were 28-26, 25-23, 25-17. The last time Thompson Rivers won
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Ryan Beauchamp was recently presented the President’s Award by Comox Valley Lacrosse Association’s outgoing president Colleen Houlihan. The award is presented to the graduating Midget player who best exemplifies sportsmanship and dedication. Beauchamp is a multi-sport athlete in Grade 11 at Mark Isfeld and hopes to further his lacrosse career at the collegiate level.
year, outside hitter, Salt Spring Island) and Brad (Gunter, fourth year, outside hitter, Courtenay) are both in the lineup. That was the case today. Having Brandon (Hewwing, fourth year, outside hitter, Calgary) who was out with a stress fracture back in there gives us some stability. He is an older guy.” “We were outplayed straight up,” stated Trinity Western head man Ben Josephson. “Casey Knight was the difference. You know Brad can do what he does. When you can add secondary scoring from Casey it makes a team dangerous.” Knight had 18 kills in 25 chances with five digs and a block assist. Gunter finished with 16 kills in 27 swings with a service ace, nine digs, two solo blocks and a block assist. Hewwing, who was named player of the game for TRU, had five kills in 10 chances with three digs and a block assist. “Casey was great,’ Hennelly stated. “He takes the pressure off Brad. Between injuries and not having a full lineup, we have been waiting for Casey to get back on track. “If he and Brad are playing like that, we are a great team.” – TRU WolfPack
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