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About 160 people were presented with a shortlist of wastewater management options in the southern reaches of the Comox Valley at a second open house hosted by the regional district Wednesday at the Union Bay community hall. The CVRD launched a liquid waste management planning (LWMP) process last May. Along with water resource recovery, the process will identify the best solution to provide effective sewer service in and around Royston and Union Bay. “All residences within the Royston/Union Bay area, similar to the rest of the

A house fire Sunday afternoon with two occupants could have had a much different outcome if it wasn’t for the assistance of a 72-year-old woman, said Courtenay Fire Chief Don Bardonnex. Around 5 p.m. Jan. 25, heavy smoke engulfed the home on Rachel Road, off Powerhouse Road. By the time firefighters arrived, about one third of the house in flames, he explained. “I could hear voices in the backyard and I went to the backyard

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and saw two victims coming out of the driveway with very, very limited mobility. As it turned out, the victim, a 89-year-old female, was burnt and collapsed inside the building, and the other female — 72-year-old Helen Anne Goulet — entered the building and pulled the person to safety, receiving burns to herself and severe smoke inhalation.

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Hoping a new council will bring a fresh look at marina rates, Comox Marina users packed council chambers Wednesday in hopes of keeping fees in check for the coming years. Speaking on behalf of users, Bruce Morrison asked council to consider keeping rates the same for users for the foreseeable future, as he noted increases over the past

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The BC Coroners Service has confirmed the identity of a man who died as a result of a motor vehicle incident which occurred near Courtenay on Monday, Jan. 19. The man was David William Vanderhorst, aged 30, from Qualicum Beach. Vanderhorst was driving northbound on Highway 19 between Fanny Bay and Courtenay when the vehicle he was travelling in was involved in a collision with an oncoming tractor trailer. Vanderhorst was confirmed deceased at the scene. The BC Coroners Service and RCMP Traffic Services continue to investigate this death.

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North Island College is in line to receive $140,000 from the Ministry of Advanced Education to spend on trades training equipment. The school will be able to purchase wire feeder welders for steamfitter/pipefitter students, and a pizza oven for professional cook students, among other such items. “This new equipment will assist those students who are studying in-demand occupations that are critical to the economy,” Advanced Education Minister Andrew Wilkinson announced Friday at the college. “We need to make sure they’ve got the tools they need to get the work done.” PHOTO BY SCOTT STANFIELD He notes a “diverse economy” Advanced Education Minister Andrew Wilkinson and Comox in B.C. with skilled and trained workers helps to absorb eco- Valley MLA Don McRae dropped by North Island College nomic shocks such as changing Friday for a funding announcement. oil prices. “We intend to continue to colleges and universities. invest in that skilled, trained, pects.” The college is one of three Last year, government educated population so that every British Columbian can Island schools benefitting from announced an additional 238 have the skills they need to the B.C. Skills for Jobs Blue- critical trades seats for postadapt to a changing world econ- print. Camosun College in Vic- secondary institutions on Vantoria will receive $400,000 and couver Island. omy.” “When North Island College The ministry is working on Vancouver Island University has the opportunity to have adding 16 critical trades train- $399,000. Consultations with institu- young men and women — and ing seats at NIC. “We believe in investing in tions, the Industry Training sometimes not so young men our people,” said Wilkinson, who Authority, and labour-market and women — taking postfunding alloca- secondary classes, it helps advises studentssave to invest enjoy in data informed protect share make the community stronger,” themselves to find the work tion decisions. The Blueprint initiative com- Comox Valley MLA Don McRae they desire. Hosted overby: three said. “What we’re finding with stu- mits $185 million the plan by investors group grow protect save enjoy share J. Thompson reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com training infradents these days is they’re very years for trades Daryl Consultant structure and equipment at B.C. pragmatic about their prosHosted by: share the plan by investors group grow protect save enjoy

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Sean Russell has always loved the water. That love — combined with his passion for history — is apparent in the Comox bestselling novelist’s series about a British naval officer, set during the French Revolution. Under Enemy Colors; A Battle Won; Take, Burn or Destroy; and Until the Sea Shall Give Up Her Dead follow the journeys of Charles Saunders Hayden, who starts out as a young lieutenant and moves up the ranks of the British Navy, as war is waged between the British and French. Russell says his interest in writing, adventure and water started when he was a child growing up on the shores of Lake Ontario. Born in 1952, he and his family moved to a small cottage on the lake when he was three. “I had a bedroom — it was a tiny little bedroom, really it was like a walk-in closet now — but it had windows that looked out on the water, and I grew up with that, grew up playing on the beach and making boats,” he says. “I always tell people I had a Tom Sawyer childhood because it was just like that.” His interest in writing took hold when he was 10, and he says he ‘blames it all on Mark Twain.’ “I read (The Adventures of) Tom Sawyer and (The Adventures of) Huckleberry Finn over and over and over again when I was a kid, and I just thought, ‘Wouldn’t

Sean Russell’s books about a British naval officer have been translated in numerous languages. Photo Submitted this be the greatest life in the world to be able to write books and make a living, and not have a real job,’” he recalls with a laugh, adding he had a hyperactive imagination and was constantly imagining stories. Russell’s writing career didn’t start right away, however. He took philosophy at the University of Waterloo as a young man before he decided to drop it. He did some travelling, moved

out west and became heavily interested in outdoor activities like rock climbing, spelunking, downhill and backcountry skiing and hiking in the mountains. Fittingly, during this time Russell worked in managerial roles at Mountain Equipment Co-op, in Vancouver and Toronto locations. He wrote during this time but not with the idea of being published in mind. “I got to my late-20s and I

thought, ‘I guess if I’m going to do this I actually have to write things and submit them,’” he chuckles. “No one’s going to come to my door and sign me up.” His first novel, a historical fantasy called The Initiate Brother, went to many publishers before it was sold in 1989 to Penguin. “We had a lot of publishers say, ‘Oh, we just love this book but it’s not a historical novel and it’s not a fantasy novel, and we don’t

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New toys every week without the clutter or cost — that was the inspiration behind the Comox Valley Toy Library, which is now celebrating its first year in operation. The idea to offer members up to five toys every two weeks for their children to play, and then exchange for new ones, originally came about from founder Rebecca Mohrs. Volunteer co-ordinator Andrea Woodrow said she and Mohrs got seven members together to create a board and began accepting donations from the public. Their original facility was a space inside the LINC, with memberships costing $20. Woodrow said the fee is waived for families with low income, adding they also offer one-time memberships of $10 for families, friends or grandparents who want toys when children come to visit. In September, the office next to the Courtenay outdoor pool became available and the library moved in, offering more space to display their more than 200 available toys. “It’s great for parents because they don’t have to go out and buy things, and it cuts down on the amount of clutter they have at home,” explained Woodrow. “Part of the idea is to encourage sharing and help the environment by not having to buy so many plastic things, and save money too.” From games to trucks, puzzles and blocks, the library

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Comox Valley Toy Library volunteer co-ordinator Andrea Woodrow holds her daughter Mabel inside the library which offers a variety of toys for parents and caregivers for a minimal membership. offers a variety of items suit- space for groups to meet, for able primarily for younger moms to come together and children, but there’s toys for catch up over coffee while the older children too. kids can play.” Woodrow said donations While continuing to spread are always welcome, with a the word about the library, particular Woodrow request for said one of We would love to Lego, which her goals in they currently offer a space for groups the upcomdo not carry. ing year is to Toys must be to meet, for moms to break down easily wiped come together and catch any concerns clean, as they up over coffee while the parents may are sanitized have, includbetween loan- kids can play. ing breaking ings; stuffed Andrea Woodrow or damaging animals are toys. not accepted. “We hope The organization is cur- to change some of the reasons rently looking for a new why parents may not want to space once the swimming come. There are so many toys season begins and they have and we understand that if one to vacate their current loca- is old and it breaks, we don’t tion — Woodrow hopes they charge for that,” she noted. will be able to find a central, We understand when piecroomy, easily accessible spot es go missing and we hope for little-to-minimal rent. it doesn’t deter people from “We would love to offer a coming in.”

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Cancer Care Unit expansion underway Record Staff Following the outpouring of support from the community, St. Joseph’s General Hospital is now moving forward with an expansion to their Cancer Care Unit. The expansion will involve securing a small area from the rehabilitation services department to allow more space to comfortably accommodate five treatment areas, a patient centre and room for additional equipment necessary to care for patients efficiently. “We continue to be amazed and extremely grateful for the generosity shown by the community to our local hospital,” said Jane Murphy, president/ CEO of the hospital. Last week, RBC Foundation donated $20,000 to purchase new equipment for the unit. It has contributed more than $595,000 since 1996 to the hospital. “Cancer affects everyone, our families, friends and co-workers,” explained Colleen Sawyer, Courtenay Royal Bank branch manager. “Expanding the Cancer Care Unit will ensure the exceptional level of care can continue at St.

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Marina: Group asking for a freeze on fees Continued from Page A1 “I always thought that in the 1970s when the marina was developed it was supposed to be selfsupporting rather than a revenue stream for the town.” He noted the area is “not a luxury yacht marina,” with many boats holding a value between $15,000 to $20,000. “These aren’t rich guy’s boats.” Morrison added the group isn’t seeking subsidies or tax fees from the town, rather asking for a freeze on marina fees. He is also asking the town to create a dialogue between users, as Morrison explained there are opportunities to create transient moorage with users who may not use their slip for extended periods of time, especially during the summer. “Comox I think is a great place to bring a boat, but there’s a lot of missed opportunities because of facilities,” he added. Comox council will consider the request during upcoming budget discussions. photos@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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Islfeld senior band hosting fundraising garage sale Mark R. Isfeld senior band will be holding a huge garage sale Jan. 31 in an effort to raise funds for a trip to New York City in the spring. The sale will take place in

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Fire: Victims released from hospital Sunday night Continued from Page A1 Goulet, a friend of the family, was helping in the garage when she heard the occupant scream. She walked out and saw the house on fire, entering through the back door to find the occupant on the floor of her kitchen, added Bardonnex. “She actually had to pull her out. Once she got her out it was extremely limited mobility on both the occupants’ parts to move them to safety.” A male occupant who was in the garage at the time escaped

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Bardonnex noted he has only come across a situation similar to this about one other time in his career. “I’m completely amazed that she did get this woman out given the limited mobility. They were both black from the heavy smoke … and they both had burns. It’s truly an amazing feat. But it’s not something we recommend, but having said that, if she didn’t, the outcome would have been quite a bit different.” photos@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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The Union Bay Fire Department’s nearly 60-year-old firehall continues to show its age and actually does not meet present day fire codes, building codes and seismic regulations. A Fire Services Review completed in 2013 by the Union Bay Improvement District UBID), the local authority responsible for the oversight and financial management of what is now Union Bay Fire Rescue, laid out plans to build a new facility to house the fire rescue service along with a permanent UBID administration office. UBID is now in the process of establishing a new firehall project working group, comprising volunteer firefighters, UBID staff, a UBID Trustee, and community representatives to guide the design and construction of a new firehall building. As such, UBID is presently seeking up to two

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positive development of kids ages six to 18 who could benefit from having stable, committed, and caring adults in their lives. There are currently 50 children and youth waiting for a KidStart mentor in the Comox Valley. For more information please contact KidStart Coordinator Wendy Thurlborn at 250-338-7341 ext. 335 or wendyt@jhsni.bc.ca. Visit JHSNI on the web at www.jhsni. bc.ca/kidstartchampion.html.

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Highlights A Public Hearing is being held to consider the Comox Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 1794 and the following items: • Change the zoning of the three properties shown shaded on Map 1 from Light Industrial to a new Commercial‐Industrial zone • Prohibit industrial fueling installations use from properties zoned Light Industrial and shown shaded on Map 2 • Change the zoning of the property shown shaded on Map 3 from Light Industrial to a new Public Utility Buildings zone In the Official Community Plan, the properties shown shaded on Maps 1 and 2 have been designated for transition to Commercial: Neighbourhood land use; and property on Map 3: for Residential: Townhouses and Ground Oriented Infill. Details In general terms, the purpose of Comox Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 1794 is to amend the Town of Comox, Zoning Bylaw 1377, by rezoning the properties shown shaded on Map 1 f from I1.1 Light Industrial to a new C3.2 Commercial‐Industrial 1 1 Li h I d i l C3 2 C i lI d i l zone; removing industrial MAP 3 fueling installation as a permitted use from properties zoned I1.1 and shown shaded on Map 2; and rezoning the property shown shaded on Map 3 from I1.1 Light Industrial to a new Industrial to a new Comprehensive Development Zone CD21: Public Utility Buildings. More Information Copy of the proposed by‐law, as well as existing relevant reports and documents, will be available for i inspection at Town Hall, 1809 Beaufort Avenue, ti tT H ll 1809 B f tA Comox between the hours of 8:30am – 4:30pm Monday through Friday (except Statutory Holidays) commencing on January 27th 2015. The proposed by‐ law will be available for inspection until 4:00pm on the Public Hearing date.

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Union Bay residents to serve on this working group who have a combination of education, skills and/or experience including building and construction, project management or architecture/engineering. Previous experience with a firehall construction project would most definitely be an asset. This is anticipated to be a five-year project and therefore UBID will be seeking a minimum twoyear commitment from each community representative on this working group. Interested individuals should contact Kevin Douville, UBID administrator either by phone at 250-335-2511 or via email at admin@unionbay.ca. For more detailed information about this working group, a copy of its terms of reference is available on UBID’s website at: www.unionbay.ca.

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Dustin Parker and Lisa Kennelly put up a Tree of Wishes in their Sears store for the third year in a row.

“Children in our community are living in poverty and in families that need assistance, and we want to make sure they don’t get forgotten,” said Dustin Parker, who coowns Sears Courtenay with his wife Lisa Kennelly. That’s why the family-owned Sears store put up a Tree of Wishes for the third year in a row during the holiday season. The Tree of Wishes campaign offered generous community members the opportunity to purchase a gift or donate towards a gift for a child whose family is struggling financially. Sears ran the campaign in partnership with The John Howard Society of North Island (JHSNI), and 22 children in the KidStart Mentoring Program and other JHSNI programs saw their wishes come true. The gifts went to babies, children, and youth up to 19 years old. Requests included clothing, baby toys, children’s toys, and toiletries. “There are lots of very generous people

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Campsite fees are going up between $2 and $5 at provincial parks around B.C. this spring. After March 15, a night under the stars at Golden Ears or Gordon Bay or Goldstream Provincial Park goes from $30 to $35 per night, while many more remote campsites will see a smaller increase in fees. Fees at 40 provincial campgrounds in the Kootenay-Okanagan, Northern, South Coast and West Coast regions are increasing at least $3 a night, and 141 of B.C.’s 204 provincial campgrounds will see a $2 increase. The Ministry of Environment says this is the first province-wide increase in fees since 2010. Rates for backcountry camping and use of sani-stations remain at $5, and fees for mooring buoys, picnic shelters and group camping are unchanged.

Parking fees for day-use lots, a failed experiment from 10 years ago, are not being reintroduced. The ministry says the varied rate increases take into account local demand and economic conditions as well as private camping availability. Sought-after locations such as Cultus Lake and Shuswap Lake charge $35 a night for a site with up to four adults, while nearby private campgrounds charge higher rates. The province collected about $17 million from its park and recreation fees last year, while spending $22 million on direct park operating costs. Campsite use is on the rise in B.C. since the introduction of an online reservation service called Discover Camping, which opens for the season at 9 a.m. on March 15. The system handled 133,000 reservations last year, nearly a 10 per cent increase over 2013.

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Federal money doled out for accessibility improvements in North Island On Friday, Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament Vancouver Island North MP John Duncan, announced a total of $270,289 in funding to improve access for Canadians with disabilities to programs and services in their community. Eleven organizations in Vancouver Island North are receiving for projects through the Enabling Accessibility Fund, including the following Comox Valley organiza-

tions – Merville Community Association: Main entrance ramp with railings and eaves - The proposed project will receive $5,000 to retrofit ramp with railings as well as bring to code and add eaves. Hornby Island New Horizon’s Society: An accessible entrance for New Horizons - The proposed project will receive $36,810 to install automated door

openers, a hand railing, levelling the entrance floor, and increase the lighting. Comox Valley Regional District: Royston Seaside Trail (Marine Drive) - The proposed project will receive $16,348 to render a picnic facility accessible through retrofitting of two tables, constructing an accessible surface and an accessible trail from the parking area. Denman Health Centre

Society: Denman Health Centre disabled parking project - The proposed project will receive $3,080 to allow the paving of a parking lot and a pathway. Strathcona Wilderness Institute: Strathcona Park, accessibility enhancement project - The proposed project will receive $27,500 for the construction of a new boardwalk and dock, accessible picnic tables, retrofitting a stepped boardwalk

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Attitudes must change as the climate does In October 2014, in an article published in the local news media, P. Horgen, retired University biologist and Board Chair of Project Watershed stated, “Coastal zones such as estuaries, are particularly vulnerable to sea-level rise and extreme storms, facing serious impacts including: (1) inundation and displacement of wetlands and lowlands; (2) increased coastal erosion; (3) increased coastal storm flooding; and (4) salination. In an announcement released earlier this month, both NASA and NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) reported that 2014 was the warmest year since global temperatures were first recorded in 1880. This year was also the 38th consecutive year that global temperatures were above average. Greenhouse gas trends are responsible for a majority of the

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Promoter turns performer for GCJS show The interview with Bill Street last week was a bit of a riot. He joked about being famous in popular British comics and national scandal newspapers in his Monty Python-type deadpan style, then abruptly interrupted himself with heartfelt reflections about the growth in the popularity of jazz music in Comox Valley. “We are blessed with some great jazz musicians. Most small communities, even bigger towns and cities rarely often lack such a wealth of talent to call upon as we find in this corner of the world. To our added luck we find new players choosing to live here almost every year.” Bill should know, since he’s the guy who handles regular bookings for Georgia Straight Jazz Society. “At times it’s like herding cats,” he commented. But this time, the boot was on the other foot because the pressure was on him to provide some serious material about his appearance at The Avalanche this coming Thursday at 7:30. “Swing Street is a new band, and I expect it to be around for a long time. It is my delight to play with these fine players. Even rehearsals are a knockout! “I have always been a devotee of West Coast jazz. As a teenager, living in London, England, I was engulfed in that wonderful cool sound with which players like Stan Getz, Chet Baker and Gerry Mulligan regularly presented us.

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ship,” he said. “For example, when the amiable Mike Eddy (keyboards) first graced my ears he was a customer at a local venue where I was playing. He sat in on that session and we were all knocked out. Since then we have performed many times together. Mike is a fantastic player of many genres of music and an accomplished arranger. He is an excellent organizer and a nicer chap you could not meet. His time and effort with Swing Street has been exceptional, and his swinging style is perfect in this setting. “I first heard Carrie Fowler (tenor saxophone) when she played a gig in Courtenay with the Little Big band. I later joined that band myself and one good reason was to play with Carrie. In recent years she has been very busy attaining her nursing qualifications and I was overjoyed when finally she found some precious time to come and join us. Carrie possesses a true west coast tone and her playing has a superb relaxed swing that is pure perfection. Her ballad playing is outstanding. “The ever resourceful Jay Havelaar is with us on trumpet. He is very well schooled in music and this shows through in his ideas, coupled with a west coast tone that is second to none. He is a true swinger. Jay is to me a new Chet Baker.” See SWING, Page A14

1st Tuesday Fundraiser features another of the Valley’s ‘best kept secrets’ The next 1st Tuesday Fundraiser will be held on Feb. 3 at the Mex Pub, and will feature the talents of Pete Pringle in support of the Comox Valley Food Bank Society. Pringle summarizes his early musical background in the same off-handed way he approaches his talent. “I got plunked down at my mother’s piano over a half century ago, and learned all the accompanying scales, chords, and sight reading and after a

while progressed pretty much as one usually does with Toronto Conservatory teachers,” he says. “Nothing special, but it really taught me technique, which I’m eternally grateful for.” Pringle moved to Vancouver where he began playing in bands and going to the Vancouver jams. “Sharing the stage with the monster musicians who hosted or frequented them, helped me to become a fairly accomplished keyboard guy thanks to their instruction and frustration.

“In 1996, I went into the studio with a bunch of those monsters, and cut an album of my own tunes on which I played piano and B3 and sang.” Some of his tunes can be heard on the website Reverb Nation. The monthly 1st Tuesday Fundraiser concert series is sponsored by the Mex Pub. The event proceeds have supported many of the Comox Valley’s non-profit groups with performances by local musicians in genres from folk and jazz

ensembles to R&B and comedians. The events are organized by the husband/wife duo Judy and Bruce Wing. “Even after many years of organizing these 1st Tuesday events, we are still meeting folks coming out to a show for the first time,” says Judy Wing. The Wings recently met Pete Pringle at one of the open mics they host, and were impressed by his accomplished piano skills and the versatility of his song choices. “For us it was another example

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CVAG to present inaugural Milne Award The Comox Valley Art Gallery will be bustling Saturday afternoon, Jan. 31, with a “Voices of Fire” dialogue on public art at 2 p.m. followed by a volunteer appreciation party at 4 p.m. The 2 p.m. dialogue will explore the issue of developing a robust policy on public art in the Comox Valley. “This will be a chance for people to learn more and talk about the role of public art and how it could benefit our community,” says Catherine Quinn, a member of CVAG’s board of directors. “We will look at why public art is important, we’ll learn more about public art practice in other communities, and we’ll talk about the elements that are necessary for building a strong and successful public art policy.” Three guest speakers will introduce the topic, and then there will be open discussion. The guests are Karen Henry, public art program director for the City of Vancouver, Bill Porteous, a Victoria-based artist who helped

Jeff Hartbower and Jo Swallow will be presented with the Milne Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Arts at Saturday’s volunteer appreciation party. develop that city’s public art policy, and Ed Varney, a local

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tive and lasting ways to heal and make positive personal change. She’ll also be available to sign copies of her new book “It Ain’t Easy But It’s Worth It: Ten Keys to Positive Changes That Last”. Her powerful and easy to read book brings together 10 keys that will lead you to positive change as smoothly as pos-

Swing: New face on bass Continued from page A13 Bill went on to applaud the work being done at VIU in the jazz program, and reflected on our good fortune to have such an array of emerging talent just one hour down the road. This triggered his decision to introduce a lesser known face to the lineup. “On double bass we have a new face in Danny Montgomery. Danny is a VIU graduate, presently living and working in Nanaimo. He is a solid swinging player and he provides the very foundation we all seek, and his style blends perfectly into Swing Street.” Having built the band, Bill cast around for a vocalist who could round out the cool swing style he sought. “We are very lucky to have a wonderful vocalist in Jacki Zbirun. I first heard Jacki with the Georgia Straight Big Band. She sounded fantastic and I was determined to seek her involvement in a small group setting. She was delighted to join us. Her pitch and delivery are superb. She brings to the stage a wonderful energy, and sings a song which would make the composer smile. The audience will just love what she does.” This is Swing Street’s first outing at the Avalanche Bar and Grill, and you’re invited to come and join jazz club regulars for an evening of melody, taste, relentless swing and good musicianship. Admission for this, and all regular Thursday jazz at the Av is $10 for members, and$12 for non-members. Annual membership is $15 for individuals, and $25 for families. Memberships can be purchased online by PayPal. For information about the Jazz Society and its forthcoming acts, please visit georgiastraightjazz.com or visit us on Facebook.

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Sharpes score silver at FIS world championships Earle Couper Record Staff

Comox Valley talent was very much on display at the 2015 FIS World Freestyle Ski & Snowboard Championships in Kreischberg, Austria last week. Leading the way were the Sharpe siblings, Cassie and Darcy of Comox. Cassie hit the podium first, winning silver Thursday, Jan. 22 in the ski halfpipe event. Despite having to delay her third and final run due to an injury to French skier Anais Caradeux, Sharpe impressed the judges enough to jump into second place. She finished with a score of 81.00 while gold medallist Virginie Faivre of Switzerland had 83.80. Bronze went to Mirjam Jaeger of Switzerland with 79.80. “This is crazy,” an ecstatic Sharpe said after the event. “I landed my first two runs, but the judges wanted me to grab my flares. So you give the judges what they want. “I grabbed my flares (on the last run) and they rewarded me. I went big for the last run and brought all the pieces together that I’ve worked so hard for.

“We had a crazy training camp in Calgary before coming here and my coaches were amazing. They made me a better skier in a week and I owe my consistency to them.” In the women’s qualifications on Jan. 21, Sharpe earned the second highest point total with a 75.40. It was a gratifying day for Sharpe, who was one of the six women to qualify for the finals. “I finally got my flares back-to-back again. I feel comfortable and confident. It’s probably some of the best riding I’ve ever done,” said the 22-year-old Sharpe. “I feel so amazing. I’m coming back from a broken collarbone. It’s only been three-and-a-half months. It’s a relief coming back to the pipe.” “My sister did amazing,” Darcy said in a Canadian Freestyle Ski Association press release. “She put down several good runs and seemed like she was having fun out there.” Meanwhile, Darcy earned silver on Saturday, Jan. 24 in the Big Air snowboard competition, which concluded the world championships. Darcy earned solid

Snowboarder Darcy Sharpe won silver in Big Air and finished fourth in slopestyle while freestyle skier Cassie Sharpe won silver in the halfpipe. PHOTO SUBMITTED scores on both his jumps to finish with 169.50 points while Roope Tonteri

of Finland was the winner at 173.75. Kyle Mack of the U.S. was third at

163.50. Sharpe stomped a switch backside 1260 and a frontside double 1280 nose-

grab. ‘’It feels pretty good,’’ said Sharpe,19. ‘’I was happy to land my runs. Those were the best I can do right now after coming off some big injuries. It’s a big confidence boost.’’ Darcy just missed the podium on Wednesday, Jan. 21 finishing fourth in an exciting snowboard slopestyle race. He was top three all the way up to the last rider, and it was the last rider Tonteri that bumped him to fourth. Darcy finished with a score of 90.75 while Mack got bronze with 92.75. Darcy now heads to the Burton European Open in Laax, Switzerland this week. In the FIS snowboardcross competition on Jan. 16, Carle Brenneman of Comox placed 16th. Brenneman then flew to Aspen for the 2015 Winter X Games, where she qualified 11th, placed sixth in her semifinal and finished second in the SBX consolation event. Also at the X Games was 2014 Olympian Spencer O’Brien of Courtenay, who finished fourth in women’s snowboard slopestyle. sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Gunter a finalist in Sport BC awards Earle Couper Record Staff

Brad Gunter (#5) has been nominated for Sport BC’s University Athlete of the Year. PHOTO SUBMITTED

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Brad Gunter of Courtenay is a finalist for University Athlete of the Year for Sport BC’s 49th annual Athlete of the Year Awards. The fourth-year outside hitter with the Thompson Rivers University WolfPack men’s volleyball team in Kamloops is up against Coleman Allen (Vancouver-swimming) and Lisa Barclay (Vancouver-volleyball). Sport BC announced on Jan. 20 the outstanding amateur athletes, coaches and officials named as finalists for 13 of the 18 award categories to be

presented at a March 12 ceremony in Vancouver. The additional five awards to be presented at the ceremony include College Athlete, Best of B.C., Community Champion, Harry Jerome Comeback and the Daryl Thompson Lifetime Achievement Award. Each finalist was nominated by their provincial or multi‐sport organization, high school, college or university. The 2014 Selection Committee, chaired by Bernie Pascall, included 15 highly regarded sportswriters, broadcasters, and amateur sport leaders in British Columbia. Gunter, a G.P. Vanier grad, is the

2014 CIS Player of Year and Canada West MVP. He was with Canada’s national B team that finished seventh in the world championships this past summer and helped the WolfPack capture the Canada West bronze medal last season. The Athlete of the Year Awards, founded by Sport BC, is the longest standing amateur sport recognition event in the country. The awards play a valuable role in nurturing athletic success while recognizing extraordinary accomplishments in B.C., a Sports BC spokesperson noted.

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Glacier Greens pro on PGABC Top 100 list

Earle Couper Record Staff

Bill Kelly, head professional at Glacier Greens Golf Course, has been named one of the PGA of BC Top 100 golf professionals for 2014. The list is determined by the Professional Development Program, an annual Order of Merit designed to recognize members of the PGA of BC

who have shown PDP provides an equal tremendous conavenue to showcase tributions to the strengths of the diverse association, the membership.” industry, and themThe Professional selves, the group Golfers’ Association of said in a press British Columbia is an release. association comprised “Through particiof more than 650 golf pation in education, BILL KELLY professionals who tournaments, buywork at and operate ing shows, awards and vari- golf courses, driving ranges ous forms of volunteerism the and other facilities across the

province. Their mandate is to promote and advance the game of golf, serving the needs of both its membership and the golf public through professional and junior golf development programs and high-calibre competitive events. For more information about the association, visit www.pgabc.org.

Ladies darts tourney The Comox Legion is hosting a Ladies Open Darts Tournament on Saturday, Feb. 21. Check-in is 9:30 a.m., toe line doubles 10 a.m., with singles to follow. Entry fee is $10 per player per event, with total payout in both events. There will be prizes for high score and high out. A light lunch will be available. Deadline to enter is Feb. 20. Pre-register at the bar. If you can’t make it in to register, call 250-339-2112 or contact dcwillington@gmail. com. – Comox Legion

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Towhees keep it close against Totems The Semiahmoo Totems of White Rock defeated the Vanier Towhees 87-80 in senior boys high school basketball action Saturday night in Courtenay. Semiahmoo is a Fraser Valley South power who play in one of the toughest leagues in B.C., and the last two times they visited they beat the Towhees by over 20 points each time. This game started with Vanier grabbing a 17-7 lead, but that was lost quickly in the last four minutes of the quarter where Semi led 21-19 at the end of the first. The second quarter was even more disastrous for the Towhees where they were not hitting any shots, and the team defence was weak, giving Semi a 49-31 halftime lead. “After some soul searching at half time, the boys came out fired up and played a very good third quarter, catching up to within eight points,” said Vanier head coach Larry Street. In the fourth the game was tied 76-78 with one minute left, but missing key free throws and a couple

Street said. “The best part about all this is that we are good, and have lots of room to get much better still.” Hobenshield shot an outstanding 65 per cent, scoring 28 points, while adding four rebounds and being a big menace inside on defence. Storgaard added 23, hitting

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of defensive mistakes cost Vanier the game. Semiahmoo had three players with over 20 points. Vanier was led by Anders Storgaard with 26 points, eight rebounds and three assists while Chase Hobenshield and Tyler Knopp added 18 and 17 points, respectively. The Towhees hit the road for two league games this week. They play Dover Bay on Tuesday and Port Alberni on Thursday. Towhees Top T-Birds Last Tuesday at Vanier, a strong second half powered the Towhees to a 74-55

league victory over the Cowichan Thunderbirds. Street said the first half was a tester for both teams, with Cowichan being the more finesse team and Vanier being feisty enough to hold them to a 31-30 half-time lead. In the second half Vanier showed great composure and played very well together, moving the ball for some quality open shots, and being tougher inside the paint. “All the Towhees put in a grand effort, and are showing signs during this mid-season that they just might be a very good team,”

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Comox Valley’s Community Newspaper Publisher: Chrissie Bowker : publisher@comoxvalleyrecord.com Editor: Terry Farrell : editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com Sales Manager: Liz Royer : sales@comoxvalleyrecord.com Ph: 250-338-5811 / Fax: 250-338-5568 / Classified: 1-855-310-3535 A division of Black Press Ltd. 765 McPhee Avenue, Courtenay, B.C. V9N 2Z7 www.comoxvalleyrecord.com editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com The Comox Valley Record is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, PO Box 1356, Ladysmith,B.C. V9G 1A9. For information, phone 1-888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org. All original content in this publication is copyright material belonging to Black Press. Any re-use or reproduction without the expressed, written consent of the copyright owner is strictly prohibited.

Target employees suffer

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hen do you suppose everything will go on sale?” people gleefully asked when they heard of the imminent closure of one of Canada’s big-box retailers, wringing their collective hands at the sound of words like “liquidation.” When retail giant Target announced its plan to expand into the Comox Valley, many thought it would provide much-needed competition for stores like Walmart and Superstore. We thought they would offer a range of affordable products and add options to our consumerism. We thought the American behemoth would bring with it the buying power – and therefore discounts on goods – they enjoy across the border in the U.S. But it was not to be. The general feeling out there is that Target took on too much, too fast. And now they have announced their departure, and the first thing the public thinks is, “When does the blowout start?” We don’t blame people for thinking this way. We understand that everyone’s budgets are tight in these tough economic times. But we also wish the public’s thoughts would turn more quickly to those who will soon find themselves out of work, and the impact of Target’s departure on others who, through no fault of their own, will take a financial hit due to the retailer’s failure here. More than 17,000 Canadians are employed by Target, including an estimated 150 Comox Valley residents. The company has formed a trust to help those who will lose their jobs, but as anyone who has ever lived with employment uncertainty will point out, that’s little consolation right now. An anonymous letter received recently by Black Press publication The Goldstream Gazette from a Target employee said, “Many of us don’t know where we will go after Target closes. We don’t know how we’ll make ends meet. So in light of all the sales that will happen, please remember that the employees are people, too. We don’t want to be asked when the store officially closes or when the crazy sales will start. A kind wish of ‘good luck’ will do.” So maybe next time you see a “Going Out Of Business” sign, try to think about someone else’s plight and have some empathy instead of rushing in to find out what’s on sale, elbowing your way down the aisles. –Black Press Record Question of the Week

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Wolf kill last hope for South Selkirk caribou

hen the B.C. government There are seven caribou herds last resorted to shooting in the South Peace, with the Graham herd the largest at about wolves from helicopters in the 1980s, an emotional public 700. It’s the control group, left to fend for itself as a measure outcry forced a retreat. of wolf removal for the rest. In the B.C. tradition, sensation-seeking urban media and The Burnt Pine herd is down to protesters led the one bull, effectively way. An outraged extinct. The province Politics reporter named and Treaty 8 First Pamela Martin Nations are working marched a BCTV on a plan to kill 120crew off the road 160 wolves in that om near Fort St. John to region. expose this presumed It’s long been letcher crime against nature. accepted that With a metre of snow resource roads, logand temperatures dipping to -40, ging and recreational trail use have increased herd disruption they didn’t get far, but public and predator access through sentiment was aroused enough for politicians to overrule wildlife what would otherwise be seamless bush and deep snow. biologists. Snowmobiles and even backThis winter, while snow country skiers can shift the reveals the wolves’ location from balance. Smithers-area outdoor the air, the choppers and rifles are out again. And my heart goes enthusiasts are currently being urged to stay away from the out to the biologists and First Telkwa Mountains, where the Nations hunters who face this caribou herd is down to fewer grim task. than 20 animals. Local huntThe South Selkirk mountain ing and snowmobile clubs have caribou herd, which ranges observed a ban on motorized between B.C., Idaho and Washington, has been the target of travel since 2003, but of course intensive conservation efforts by there will always be yahoos who governments on both sides of the chase animals for fun. border. Six of the remaining 18 A mountain caribou recovery animals now wear radio collars. plan was implemented in 2007, There were 46 in 2009, only 27 protecting 2.2 million hectares by 2012, and wolves have killed from logging and road-building, two more since last spring. including most of the core habitat of the South Selkirk herd. Targeted hunting and trapping haven’t been sufficient, so The Nature Conservancy of up to 24 grey wolves are to be Canada bought 550 square kiloshot from the air before the snow metres in that region to protect habitat. melts.

Strategies include transplanting animals from healthier to weaker herds to increase genetic diversity, and capturing and penning females with young calves to keep them from being picked off by wolves. The B.C. grey wolf population averages around 8,500, with managed hunting and trapping to protect livestock while preserving the wolf as apex predator in most of its wide range. This context is seldom reported by Vancouver media, which mostly sees its role not as explaining issues but rather embarrassing whatever political party is in power, and providing an uncritical platform for the stop-logging-mining-energy crowd, which is seen as popular with urban viewers. Remember the spotted owl, with the fringe of its range extending into southern B.C.? Our branch-plant enviros marketed that one for years. Its core habitat is Washington and Oregon, where many sawmills were shuttered to “save” them. Now they’re shooting invasive barred owls, which have emerged as a greater threat to spotted owls than logging. Context is important. I suppose we’ll never know what difference the 1980s’ wolf kill would have made if it hadn’t been shouted down for TV ratings and urban enviro-donations. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca

School trustees refuse to address bullying and morale Dear editor, I am writing to express my surprise and disappointment with the response received from the four local school trustees that I contacted, regarding a request to meet for the purpose of sharing information on teacher morale and workplace bullying. Individuals affected by workplace bullying react in a number of ways which can include: shock, fear, anger, frustration,

loss of self-confidence, loss of self-esteem, work-related panic or anxiety, and, low morale and productivity. Witnesses, coworkers, and in the case of the school district, their primary clients the children, are also affected. Bullying can lead to workplace stress, poor morale, more people taking time off work, and a less productive workplace. The Canada Safety Council

reports that one in six employees has been bullied and that one in five employees has seen a coworker bullied. Within our local school system then, and in particular with the trustees that influence policy direction, I feel the topics of teacher morale and workplace bullying should be discussed. Am I the only one that feels this way? Scott Montgomery Comox Valley

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Food bank sends out thanks to all the support in 2014 Dear editor, The Comox Valley Food Bank Society gratefully acknowledges the ongoing support of our funders, donors and volunteers for their heartfelt contributions during the past year. As we progress through this winter season the numbers of recipients continue to rise. Children make up 30 per cent of the total. We had over 160 food drives and fundraising events last year that filled over 8,000 emergency food hampers. Our daily drop-in service for fresh fruit, vegetables, bakery items and sometimes dairy products has increased and we would like to see more of these items donated this year. We thank the farmers, the grocery stores, the local citizens who donate produce along with fruit and nuts contributed by volunteer pickers. The food bank feeds anyone requesting assistance. These are people from all walks of life that run into financial, medical or physical crises and need help. This could be anyone, including you or your next door neighbour.

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My wish for the new year is that we lose the social stigma that the food bank only feeds opportunists and those not willing to help themselves. Less than 50 per cent of our clients are on social assistance. Many are the so-called working poor; some have jobs, either part-time or full-time, working at minimum wage, some are even self-employed. However, with steep rent, the expensive price of food and heating costs, many of our clients run out of money long before the end of the month. I would like to see an end to food banks someday, however, food banks have changed the way people conduct business. There is a much greater awareness now of food waste and

food discarded because it might have a bruise on it or in some way be less than perfect. We are saddened to hear that Target will be leaving Courtenay as they have been an important donor to the food bank. We are grateful to Target for their support as we know that they have made a difference in our communities. Again we thank everyone that has made contributions. All donations are very much appreciated and all have or will be utilized to help fellow community members in their time of need. Sincerely, Jeff Hampton president, Comox Valley Food Bank Society

From left, Comox Valley Food Bank president Jeff Hampton accepts a pallet of Campbell’s Soup from Quality Foods general manager Cyriel DeBruyne and grocery manager Kyle Hudson - just one of the hundreds of donations from the community to the food bank in 2014.

Fletcher column prompts responses from across the province Dear editor, Re: U.S. ripping us off on water (Jan. 13) I am a scholar of Columbia River Treaty history and live in the region where all the losses occurred. My own upcoming book about the treaty, A River Captured, represents a decade of research and travel across the Columbia Basin on both sides of the boundary. This is a big, complex story that deserves lots of attention. One thing I’ve learned over the years is that the U.S. was not necessarily the Big Bad Wolf we would like to make them out to be. In fact, the U.S. formally asked Canada in the 1930s if this country had an interest in those salmon that would be blocked and it was Canada that said no. Had Canada’s response been different, we might have gotten that fish ladder and saved our unique Interior salmon runs. There was considerable controversy over the treaty between its signing in 1961 and its ratifica-

tion by Canada in 1964. During that time, the agreement was on the edge of being tossed out, with then-prime minister Lester Pearson actively promoting the negotiation of a new treaty during his 1963 election campaign. The U.S., as a result of their own shifting water policies, would have very likely cooperated with changing or scrapping that treaty. It was Canada’s federal bureaucrats who went into high gear to justify what had been signed and made sure it went through. There is no question in my mind that Canada and B.C.’s government agencies played a very significant role in making the mess we got in 1964. Eileen Delehanty Pearkes Nelson

B.C. should fire warning shot Dear editor, Re: U.S. ripping us off on water (Jan. 13) This is an issue all of B.C. should have the same view on

and an extremely important one at that. Energy Minister Bill Bennett should have given the 10-year notice to exit the agreement. I don’t think we could ever actually deny the U.S. access to our water, as it would ultimately lead to an invasion. We should however fire the warning shot that we want a fair dollar for the resource. Having just flown back from Puerto Vallarta, I saw nothing but desert out my window for almost the entire trip until we got into Washington state. Lake Mead, created by the Hoover Dam, is so low on water that the dam is almost useless and California is screaming for more to feed the crops. We pay top dollar for the produce from there and yet give them the water for pretty much free. It’s totally crazy and will only get worse. The time to act is now. Thanks for highlighting this ridiculous situation that I’ve ranted on about for decades to

mostly deaf ears.

Matt Taylor Saanich

Radiation part of Columbia legacy Dear editor, Re: U.S. ripping us off on water (Jan. 13) Not mentioned in Tom Fletcher’s article is the ongoing leaching of radioactive waste from the Hanford nuclear weapons site into the Columbia River, which can drift north into B.C. fishbearing waters. This is public knowledge in the U.S., but not well known to the B.C. public. Hanford is the most contaminated site in the U.S. and the most expensive toxic site to clean up, even more so than Love Canal. It was the Second World War’s largest secret site for concentrating radioactive material for the Hiroshima bomb. PBS had a recent program on how sick the workers are still

getting due to exposure while cleaning up this site. In 1995, some of the 45,000 scientists and engineers Ottawa laid off were relocated to Canadian universities as adjunct and associate professors. However, the directorates, such as Inland Waters from 1970 to 1990, which oversaw national standards for water quality and hydrology, were closed. So the fragmented remains of Canadian research survive at our universities and the ‘national’ health and safety standards for humans, fish, animals, etc. downloaded or extinguished since 1995, especially since 2001. Hanford is the worst case for our salmon, animals and humans. After 70 years, Hanford is still affecting Pacific Northwest fish regardless of Columbia’s hydrology. The Columbia River Treaty is not just about the lost economic opportunity costs. Susan Rowntree Victoria

Iconic Beatles tune used as analogy for Harper’s involvement in Iraq Dear editor, As Leader of the Opposition in 2003, Stephen Harper wrote a most venomous op-ed piece in the Wall Street Journal. He stated how ashamed he felt that the Canadian government of former prime minister Jean Chretien failed to join as comrades-inarms with cousins from the U.S., Australia and U.K. in George W. Bush’s Coalition Of The Willing.

Like-minded scribblers across Canada bombarded editors of local and national newspapers urging Mr. Chretien to help get rid of those very menacing and lethal weapons of mass destruction (WMDs). Although the elusive WMDs have never been found, the ill-fated invasion created a Middle Eastern morass of sectarian and civil violence that has spread across several coun-

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tries of that region. Even Canadians so quick to condemn Mr. Chretien’s reluctance in 2003 are now justifiably leery of the current Canadian invasion of Iraq, where our fighter jets are bombing and special commando forces are reportedly in ground combat with ISIS rebels. At long last, the Canadian military publicly admits what

the rest of us have known for a long time, that any operation to overcome ISIS will take several years. Yet our PM seems to figure that he’s living out the lyrics of one of those Beatles songs he enjoys singing from time to time. Not that too many enjoy hearing his renditions, but they are far too polite, or far too cowed, to complain. In the iconic Norwegian Wood, John Lennon sang

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about “I sat on a rug, biding my time, drinking her wine…So I lit a fire…”. I have no idea if PM Harper sits on a rug drinking wine, but it sure sounds like he has bided his time, and is now lighting his fire in Iraq. The one he yearned to ignite a dozen years ago.

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matix. This is an aerial survey tech firm that provides services for pipeline safety. You can imagine the growth potential in this province in the next 10 years.” The tech sector, he noted, is bigger in employment and revenue than forestry, mining and petroleum combined. “That tells you how diverse our economy has become.”

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Dr. Deidre Macdonald, ND You have no doubt noticed two major trends in nutrition these days which seem to be at odds with each other. If you walk down the book aisle at the shopping stores, you’ll see ten books on low carb diets. You’ll also see ten books on the Vegan diet. Each convincingly states its case that it is the superior diet for preventing disease, yet they employ vastly different methods. Both the vegan and lowcarb diets have their strengths and weaknesses. The vegan diet is intended to be high in nutrient-dense whole foods, like vegetables, fruits, grains, seeds, nuts and beans. Studies show that a vegan diet can reverse atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), reduce the risk of colon cancer, and lower blood sugar. In addition, there is no doubt that a vegan diet is kinder to animals and the environment. However, the real world challenge of a vegan diet is that people often fill up on refined carbohydrates like bread, pasta, and sweets, while not eating enough protein. This causes weight gain and impaired blood sugar. Vegans can lack sufficient omega 3 fats, and many other vitamins and minerals. Low-carb diets on the other hand, focus more on vegetables, meat and fats. That’s good news for blood sugar and diabetes prevention. Low carb diets are the most

effective diets for weight loss. However, they are no better than the standard American diet (S.A.D.) in terms of preventing cardiovascular disease likely due to the high levels of animal fat. These diets tend to be low in fiber, which can cause constipation. Also, studies show that if people are prone to depression, restricting carbohydrate intake can make it worse. So who wins the diet war? The ideal nutritional plan combines the best of the vegan diet and the best of the low carb diets. The DASH diet does just that. The Dietary Approach to Stop Hypertension diet is based on extensive research and is a healthy, balanced diet that is high in vegetables, fruits, nuts, and seeds, while also being low in sugar and refined flour. All the meat is low in saturated fat, such as turkey, chicken breasts, and fish. Grains are ideally whole, as in brown rice and quinoa. Salt and sugar are very limited. This is a practical, whole-food diet, rich in flavour and nutrition. More than that, it is a sustainable way of life, promising the results we all want – long lasting, vibrant health. The diet wars have a winner! Dr. Deidre Macdonald is a licensed naturopathic physician with a natural family practice in downtown Courtenay. Her office can be reached at 250 897-0235 or via www.getwellhere.com.

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LIFELONG LEARNING FOR SENIORS (55+)

The Comox Valley ElderCollege is committed to meeting the learning needs and educational interests of older adults in the Comox Valley. Membership is open to anyone 55 and o l d e r. A wide variety of courses of different lengths are offered each semester. To find out more about the types of courses offered and how to become a member, visit our website at www.nic.bc.ca/ec or pick up a copy of the latest newsletter at the Registration Office at North Island College.

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I laughed so hard, the tears ran down my legs! That’s a joke a friend of mine saw posted in a hospital elevator last fall. Obviously, it struck a note with many of its viewers. Incontinence is often joked about, but most of us find it rather embarrassing to discuss. That’s changing though. The Canadian Continence Foundation (TCCF) recently released two reports with stunning statistics that won’t surprise many readers. Depending on our age, gender, activity levels, and most importantly, the way the questions are worded, research estimates “for the prevalence of incontinence in Canada range from 2% to 50% of the population” surveyed. There are five different types of urinary incontinence, and not enough room in this article to discuss them all, but the far most common is Stress Incontinence, which affects about 20% of women of all ages. If coughing, laughing, sneezing or physical movements cause you a bit of urine leakage, you may have Stress Incontinence. It’s not an uncommon condition in women whose pelvic floor muscles have been weakened by pregnancies, hormonal changes, or high-impact sports such

as gymnastics or running. Often, daily Kegel exercises can prevent or control Stress Incontinence. The trick is knowing exactly where your pelvic floor muscles are, and how to practise contracting them. Sometimes these muscles become so weakened that a woman can no longer feel them, making it an extra challenge to get them working again. Your doctor can refer you to a nurse continence advisor or other specialist who can help you learn to identify and exercise pelvic floor muscles. Other types and combinations of incontinence are experienced by millions more Canadian men and women. What to do? First, realize that you’re not alone. Second, take a look at some excellent websites that provide useful information: www.canadiancontinence.ca” www.canadiancontinence.ca is a good start. Finally, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or a physiotherapist who specializes in continence control. This is not a rare problem in the Comox Valley, and there are people who want to help! Submitted by Jane Wareing, co-founder Living Room Pharmacy Ltd.

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Optimal Digestion: THE FOUNTAIN OF WELLNESS

The festive season can create digestive challenges. Many others, who face disease, still feel unwell after “trying everything”. According to Ayurveda – ‘the science of self-healing’ of the yogis – disease starts with compromised digestion. Only treating symptoms, including congestion, swelling, inflammation, rashes, allergies, headaches, emotional challenges and infections, seldom brings complete wellness. Here are some complementary Ayurvedic self-help tools towards rebalancing digestion (assimilation/elimination). Constantly, old cells die and new cells are born. Birthing healthy cells creates wellness. What builds healthy cells? Healthy food, preferably organic, with plenty of fruit and vegetables? Absolutely – and how we eat. Eat what is in season - our digestive enzymes change seasonally. Eat what balances your Ayurvedic constitutional type. Just breakfast, lunch and dinner allows the digestive system the rest it needs to burn stored fat (where toxins are lodged). No distractions. Chew well. ♥ Digestion is further assisted by: ♥ Plenty of water between meals (not iced);

♥ Daily hot oil massages; ♥ Energy medicine; ♥ Moderate exercise; ♥ Yoga (asanas, breathwork, meditation); ♥ Good quality sleep, preferably on the left side; ♥ Dry exfoliation and sweating. The abdominal area is the seat of emotions (second chakra) and of self-esteem (third chakra). Recognising and processing our stress triggers/patterns relaxes the need to clench the abdomen in “protection”, and allows peristalsis. With these tools some Ayurvedic reminders: baby steps! Changing too much too fast stresses the system; and too many concurrent changes won’t last. Find a health-care professional you resonate with and who supports you in gaining tools to ultimately become self-reliant. Christina Nienaber-Roberts, MSc, NHPC, Certified Kripalu Yoga Teacher and Reiki Master and Sacred Movement originator with Healing Touch and Holistic Massage, is a Hospice Volunteer and Birth Doula Candidate. www.relaxandfeelradiant.com, (250) 890-9008.

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The Ingham Method of Reflexology Reflexology is a science that deals with the principle that there are reflex areas on the feet and hands which correspond to all of the glands, organs, and parts of the body. Stimulating the reflexes properly can help with many health issues in a non invasive and natural way. Reflexology is a beneficial modality for preventative maintenance. A few benefits of reflexology are; reduced stress and tension, increased nerve and blood supply, and aids the body in achieving balance. Reflexology was practiced as early as 2330 BC by the ancient Egyptian culture. It is here that the origins of reflexology were developed. This is evidenced by the famous pictograph found on a physician’s tomb in Sarrara, Egypt. From Egypt it is believe that reflexology spread into India and from there in 100 AD, reflexology had spread to China via Buddhist monks. China developed its own techniques in reflexology and out of this comes the modern day acupuncture. As trade between regions and continents grew, reflexology spread. It finally made its way to Europe and in 1582 the first book of reflexology was produced by two doctors. It was believed at this time many middle Europeans were using some form of reflexology. The actual word “Reflexology” comes from a Russian psychiatrist. He discovered in the 1800s that reflexology had psychological benefits. In the early 1900s reflexology came to the USA from Vienna, Austria. Dr. William Fitzgerald is acknowledged for his contributions to the zone therapy. He discovered that the application of pressure on

“zones” not only relieved pain but in the majority of cases relieved the underlying cause. A pioneering woman in the field of reflexology, Eunice Ingham, worked with a colleague of Dr. Fitzgerald. Eunice developed the modern mapping of the foot and hands for specific organs, glands and other body parts making the Ingham Method of Reflexology so successful. The Ingham Method of Reflexology is the combined work and study of the late Eunice Ingham and her nephew, Dwight Byers. The Ingham Method of Reflexology is used primarily for relaxing tension that has been stored within muscles thereby affecting organs, glands and other body parts. Since 1942 reflexology training and practice has become more recognized in the health care community, benefiting all ages and all stages of health and well-being. Submitted by ComoxValley Reflexology Centre 250-218-2130 www.comoxvalleyreflexology.com

STAY ACTIVE, GET OUT AND ENJOY THE OUTDOORS.

Here are some useful tips for healthy living: • Adopt healthy eating habits. • Accept your body. Focus on measures of success other than weight. These measures can include having more energy, feeling more confident, having a lower stress level, and sleeping better. • Make gradual changes, not drastic ones. • Start your day with a nutritious breakfast. People who skip breakfast actually eat more during the day than those who eat a good breakfast. • Try to eat something every 3 to 6 hours. If you leave it too long, it could lead to overeating. • Take your time eating. It takes about 15 to 20 minutes for a “full” signal to reach your brain. • Do not do other activities while you are eating. This can distract you from your internal

“full” cues and may result in overeating. • Try to understand how emotions and feelings affect what you eat and when you eat. • Eat more fruits, vegetables, and fibre. • Don’t be fooled by low-fat foods. Although they contain less fat, manufacturers usually add more sugar to make up for taste lost when fat is removed. At Pharmasave we offer all natural, gluten free, non-gmo weight management products. We carry products such as Garcinia Cambogia and Green Coffee Bean. These products help by accelerating fat and carbohydrate metabolism, stabilizing healthy blood sugar levels and by helping to suppress appetite. Consult our pharmacists if you have question about weight management.

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Balance is the key

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TO MAINTAINING A HEALTHY BODY & MIND

day you will certainly get stronger, but Think of your body like a car. When it’s brand new everything runs smoothly; but you’ll also create tight muscles. Excesafter a while the gas needs to be topped sive tension starts to pull on the skelup, the oil filter needs changing and all etal structure and over time can cause the other fluids required to keep it runmisalignment, a greater chance of injury ning need to be replaced. We call this (as the muscles have less give) inflammamaintenance, your car needs it, and so do tion, and pain. If we balance this activity you! with a good Good amount of fuel is a stretching great start. we reduce Eating a tension, heathy diet maintain will set you strength off in the and right direcdecrease the tion. Hydrapotential for tion is also injury. important, Yoga is a most people great tool don’t drink for balancenough ing the water; but many activithese two ties that crealone are ate muscle not enough. tension, it As we will also age our joints sharpen your focus and leave you Yoga is a great tool for feeling lighter both physically become stiffer our muscles and mentally. balancing the many activiweaker and Focus on creating balance ties that create muscle tenour blood between your strength and flexsion circulation ibility, fuel and hydration and poorer. This just like a well maintained car can lead to injury and illness. Our bodies you’ll be going strong for years! were made to move, so to stay healthy Submitted by we need to keep moving. There are many Natasha Milanovich ways of keeping the body active but not Co-Director of all of them create balance in the body. Bikram Yoga Comox Valley For example, if you pump iron everywww.bikramyogacomoxvalley.com

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NOMINEES FOR THE ANNUAL COMMUNITY AWARDS!

Dianne Hawkins, Comox Valley Chambe of Commerce This is a very special year for us. We’re delighted to be celebrating the 40th Annual Community Awards in the Comox Valley with another outstanding lineup of nominees. Since 1974, the Comox Valley Chamber of commerce has supported the community in recognizing its very best. While the award categories have changed over the years, the one thing that has remained constant is the high calibre of nominees and award recipients. Without a doubt, the Comox Valley is home to some pretty amazing citizens and businesses! This year's 40th Annual Community Awards: Midnight in Gotham is planned for Saturday, January 31 at the Florence Filberg Centre. More than 50 nominations were submitted in support of local businesses and individuals that are setting the standard of excellence in the Comox Valley. The judges underwent a challenging selection process due to the high number of quality and exceptional submissions. This is a terrific sign of all the outstanding individuals and businesses we have in our community! Being nominated is among one of the highest forms of recognition and appreciation. We would like to thank this year's nominees for all that they do to make our community one of the best places to live, work and play. In this community, we rejoice in celebrating our own. Tickets for this year’s 40th Annual Community Awards: Midnight in Gotham are available for purchase at comoxvalley.com.

HOLY AWARDS COMOX VALLEY! A grand celebration will be held on January 31st, 2014! What an inspiration to see the many businesses and organizations that have been nominated for CHAMBER awards this year. In 2014, as nominees, you made a OF COMMERCE difference, whether it was in the lives of others or the CHAIR day to day lives of your business community and staff. You said – you matter Comox Valley – I’m dedicated to contributing to ensuring the Comox Valley remains a vibrant place to live work and play. As Bane, the Dark Knight said: “Comox Valley take control….take control of your city. Behold, the instrument of your liberation! Identify yourself to the world!” After all, the World needs to know the height, breadth and depth of the spirit and generosity which exists in our fair Valley.

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Ryan Parton, Executive Editor, Before I arrived in the Comox Valley 13 years ago, I had my doubts about making the move. Growing up in small town Manitoba, my primary goal had always been to move to the fabled “big city.” So when I headed to the Island after three years in Montreal, I worried that I was taking a step backward. Boy, was I wrong. The great thing about beautiful places like the Comox Valley is that they attract people from all backgrounds.

Professionals with diverse talents, worldwide experience and degrees from leading schools come to the Valley for its myriad lifestyle benefits. As a result, the Comox Valley’s business community is home to a wealth of talent and expertise that can be surprising to recent arrivals from “the big city.” These skilled professionals have started their own local companies, deepened the talent pool among existing businesses and even continued to work for other companies across Canada or across the globe thanks to modern communications technologies. Though the Valley imports plenty of highly experienced, highly skilled individuals – which is to say nothing of the plethora of homegrown talent – our business community has retained many positive attributes of “small town” communities. When I went into business for myself seven years ago, for example, I was surprised by just how friendly and helpful the Valley’s

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business community is. Far from the cutthroat, ultra-competitive attitude I’d expected from so-called competitors, I discovered that local businesspeople are often quick to offer sincere advice, discuss ideas and collaborate to whatever extent possible. What I discovered, as have countless other local entrepreneurs before and after me, is that the Comox Valley is an amazing place to do business. So when the Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce honours the top local businesspeople, as nominated by their peers, there are now eight business categories (and still two individual merit ones), it truly is the best of the best being recognized. To be nominated in a community that’s virtually overflowing with honest, generous and talented individuals is indeed an honour. Congratulations to all the nominees. I, along with my colleagues at the Business Gazette, wish you continued success – in business and in life.

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24-year-old Alex Lochmatter, of Sweet Surprise Gluten-Free Bakery, proves that gluten-free doesn't have to be flavourfree. Alex is dedicated to providing delectable gluten-free goodies, and she enriches her customers’ lives by freely sharing her amazing recipes.

Starting an orchestra is no simple task, but Michele’s dedication helped make the Strathcona Orchestra a reality. Now in its 10th year, much of the organization's success can be attributed to Michele's stellar administrative and “people” skills.

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250-339-5525 The Highland School Aboriginal Student Council works hard to raise awareness of issues affecting young people, both at Highland Secondary and throughout the Comox Valley. Its members provide a strong voice for young people and the many challenges they face.

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Family-owned Axis Heating + Cooling provides energy solutions tailored to each client and is the top Trane dealer in the area. Co-owner Kristen Pronick is one of the Comox Valley’s “Top 40 under 40” and was nominated for Vancouver Islands “Top 20 under 40.”

Pantuso Dance is committed to providing the highest quality dance training in a respectful, supportive, fun and non-competitive environment. Its students gain an appreciation for dance and are given every opportunity to reach their own greatest potential.

Two Eagles Lodge

For that special toy memory, Whale’s Tale Toys is the Comox Valley's original toy store, offering a unique shopping experience, great value and joy to "kids" of all ages. Whale’s Tale has been bringing wonder and laughter to the young and young at heart for 30 years.

www.twoeagleslodge.com

Mar. 30 - Apr. 3

HORSE SHOW KICK OFF BOOTCAMP 8:00 am to 2:00 pm 7:00 am to 1 pm

for more info visit: ww.SproutMeadows.com

250-338-1758

www.alwaysinvited.org Always Invited has quickly become one of the Valley’s favourite suppliers of party supplies. Its 1,000-square foot showroom offers ample room to browse, and every rental includes a “rest” day so you don’t have to worry about rushing items back. They’ll even do your dishes! All of us at Slegg Building Materials would like to congratulate Murray Shackel on his nomination for Citizen of the Year at the 2015 Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards.

Congratulations Trish & Chris Cowland NEW BUSINESS OF THE YEAR Award Nominee

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250-338-1233 www.whalestaletoys.com

A waterfront B&B with vacation rental, this 12-acre hobby farm offers five-star service and view. Named Hospitality Business of the Year (VI Business Excellence) and recipient of awards from TripAdvisor and the BBB, Two Eagles also hosts weddings, celebrations and business events.

• Riding lessons on safe, reliable horse & ponies, Ages 4 yrs +, & all skill levels welcome

www.polkadotpants.ca

Whale’s Tale Toys

250-335-2342

250-337-5207

250-336-0303

We would like to thank Murray and acknowledge his many years of volunteer service in the Comox Valley.

April 7 - 9

THREE-DAY CAMP (Spring Break)

11:00 am to 3:00 pm WE ACCEPT E-TRANSFERS

Murray Shackel

599 Anderton Road, Comox • 250-339-2207

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BUSINESS of the YEAR

NEW BUSINESS of the YEAR

Purely Flower

Sprout Meadows

250-702-5813 www.purelyflower.com

Prime Chophouse and Wine Bar

250-337-5207

Purely Flower Boutique opened February 2014, offering artistic floral design and a retail section that hosts 25 local craftspeople showcasing their wares. Whether creating floral arrangements for weddings or any other occasion, owner Tamara Penna and her team of three employees keep things fresh and creative.

250-871-7292

sprout-meadows@hotmail.com

www.primechphouse.ca

Operators of this full-service horse boarding and training facility, Trish & Chris Cowland provide expert guidance to riders of all levels. Drawing upon years of experience riding, handling and training horses, the Cowlands are committed to providing a safe and fun environment for both horses and riders.

CanWest Mechanical Inc.

Rainforest Outdoor Living

250-871-2204

250-871-7887

www.canwestmechanical.com Since opening in November 2013, CanWest Mechanical has amassed a team of 28 employees, offering services in industrial and commercial plumbing, heating and sheet metal construction. Canwest shows its dedication to the Comox Valley through its involvement with non-profit organizations , construction associations and apprenticeship programs.

www.rainforestoutdoor.ca

Prime Chophouse and Wine Bar has quickly become a social hub of the Comox Valley. Together with local groups they have raised over $180,000 since Feb 2013. Owner Kory Wagstaff has earned both a Young Entrepreneur Award and “Top 40 Under 40” recognition.

ILS Learning Corporation - Ken 250-897-0046 www.ilscorp.com

A family business dedicated to the Comox Valley, Rainforest Outdoor Living is involved with many community groups. Of course, it also provides outstanding service and products. The store received the Classic Award from La-Z-Boy Spas for excellence in marketing, sales and customer service.

Building on more than two decades, ILS Learning Corporation went online in 2000 and became the first independent organization to offer online continuing education and insurance licensing preparation. It continues to innovate and be an industry leader, training over 21,000 Canadian insurance professionals each year.

Halftone Pixel Website Design and Consulting

Level 10 Eurospa

250-338-1758 www.halftonepixel.com Kris Trudeau, owner of Halftone Pixel Website Design and Consulting, goes far beyond simple website and graphic design. She recognizes that good design is more effective when paired with a compelling, meaningful message, and she brings it all together in creative solutions her clients love.

250-334-0209

Always Invited Event Rentals

A local icon for 25 years, Level 10 Eurospa supports 20 employees, has always provided service above the expected and promises every visit “A Beautiful Experience”. This full service Day Spa boasts their own natural product lines and ensure 100% of all salon waste is recycled or re purposed.

250-338-1758 www.alwaysinvited.org Vancouver Island’s first online party supply rental shop, Always Invited Event Rentals is a family-owned and operated business that has something for every budget. In addition to traditional, modern and unique items for rent, Always Invited also offers professional design services.

www.level10eurospa.com

Blackfin Pub

White Whale Restaurant 250 338 1468

250-339-5030

Hairpins Boutique

www.hairpins.ca

250-338-7467

whitewhalecourtenay.ca The White Whale is a community gathering place where people can enjoy local food and drink in a casual, warm environment. It boasts Courtenay's best waterfront patio and recently renovated, adding a welcoming and social bar. The staff takes pride in offering great service, fantastic local food and an ever-changing list of local craft beers!

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Vintage-inspired Hairpins Boutique is a trendy, upbeat salon that’s high-end in everything but price. The combined expertise of Megan Griffiths and Staysea Brown, along with their knowledgeable staff, eco-friendly practices and warm, inviting ambiance, makes for a truly unforgettable experience.

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www.blackfinpub.com The Blackfin Pub and its team of 55 employees treat their customers as fond family members. It’s been recognized several times for exemplary service and dining experience, and it’s even been named Best Pub and Best Patio on Vancouver Island.

the incredible team of 55 employees

treat their customers as fond family members. The Blackfin has been recognized several times for exemplary service and dining experience, and it’s been awarded... best pub and best patio o n Va n c o u V e r i s l a n d

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Merville Hall Association 250-339-4249 www.mervillehall.org

.The Merville Community Association’s Big Yellow Merville Hall, built in the heart of the community with local lumber and labour, has been in operation for an impressive 69 years. The Association recently moved two heritage buildings, the 100-year-old Stolen Church and the Manse, to the hall grounds.

Comox Valley Child Development Association 250-338-4288 x233 www.cvcda.ca The Child Development Association has been supporting Comox Valley children with special needs and their families for over 40 years. Working in partnership with business, service clubs and citizens, we are proud to be part of a community that welcomes all, no matter their challenges.

Rattan Plus Home and Patio

Laughing Oyster Bookshop 250-334-2511

250-338-0211

Laughing Oyster Bookshop has been a landmark in Courtenay’s downtown for readers, enquirers and book lovers for over 40 years. The Bookshop is a proud supporter of local authors as well as community arts, literacy and charitable organizations.

Family-owned and operated, Rattan Plus Home & Patio is a 30-year-old business situated in Downtown Courtenay’s oldest building. Owners Todd and Jenny Deters are huge supporters of Downtown Courtenay and their community, and they provide a wonderful alternative to “big box” shopping.

www.rattanplus.ca

www.laughingoysterbooks.com

Anderton Nursery

Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park

250-339-4726 www.andertonnursery.ca A wholesale and retail nursery locally owned since 1996, Anderton Nursery is one of the largest growers on Vancouver Island, offering everything from perennials and annuals to custom baskets and pond plants. Anderton Nursery generously donates a portion of its property to the Anderton Therapeutic Garden Society.

250-339-2715 www.filberg.com The Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park has been one of the Valley’s most beloved locations for 35 years. More than 300 volunteers and a small staff work tirelessly to maintain the grounds, home to the annual Filberg Festival and many other community events.

LEADERS STAND APART As a proud sponsor of the Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce Annual Community Awards, MNP congratulates all of this year’s award winners and nominees! Success in business requires strong leadership and a healthy, vibrant community. Your vision for the future of the Comox Valley and your hard work are transforming our community. We look forward to working alongside local business owners to help you stand apart and achieve greater success. Contact Wendy Lewis, CPA, CA and James Byrne CPA, CA at 250.338.5464 or visit MNP.ca

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BUSINESS LEADERSHIP

AGRICULTURAL BUSINESS of the YEAR

Robert Mulrooney

Linda Oprica

250-338-5222

250-336-2636

Robert, continually inspires others with his generous community service to organizations like L' Arche Comox Valley the I Belong Campaign, St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation and the Comox Valley Baseball Association. He believes that volunteering and community service are important investments in our community.

An active Rotarian and former CVWBN “Woman of the Year,” Linda has held many community leadership positions. She’s Director and past Chair of the Comox Valley Airport Commission and was previously nominated for the Prime Minister's Volunteer Award and the Chamber’s Professional Merit Award.

Ascent Coaching Business & Executive Coach

Mindset Wealth

www.mindsetwealth.com

www.ascentcoaching.com

Insight Facilitation David Stapley, is project manager for Comox Valley Conservation Strategy, has made a strong case for economic development that addresses climate and water issues and balances growth with conservation. He’s helped clients build healthy organizations, workplaces and communities for 20 years.

250-218-0520 meaghancursons@gmail.com A tireless animator of businesses, initiatives and community-building organizations, Meaghan consults with myriad organizations, including the Cumberland Community Forest Society, DCBIA and Elevate the Arts. For over 20 years she has dedicated herself to sustainable, community-based economic development in the Comox Valley.

Poala Broadsgaard

For more than seven years, Rusty Rooster owner Poala Broadsgaard has demonstrated a strong commitment to the people and businesses of Cumberland. An inspiration and a leader to many local shopkeepers, she’s continually advocating for a stronger, more vibrant Cumberland.

www.currentlycumberland.ca

2450 Back Road, Courtenay, B.C. V9N 8B5

250-338-1451 or visit us online at www.glacierviewlodge.ca Call us

www.macsoysters.com There is a huge demand for seafood around the world, and Mac’s Oysters in Fanny Bay is helping to fill that need. Mac’s oysters and clams are farmed in Baynes Sound and shipped all over North America and parts of Asia.

Black Creek Farm & Feed Supply

Currently Cumberland, is the “little paper” that has brought Cumberland together as a community. In six years Kathryn West’s publication has made a huge impact, boasting a circulation of over 2000 copies, and over 2800 Facebook followers in a community of just 3500.

250-337-8922 www.BlackCreekFarmAndFeed.com Filling a void in the Valley in 1982, Steve Nixon opened this full-service farm/ hardware/building supply store. BCFF offers a huge selection of products; competitive, buying-group prices on a huge selection of products; and lots of free advice to customers. They also support many non-profits.

Morro

Construction & Roofing

and winners

-Adult Day Program -Bathing Program

250-335-2233

250-336-8996

tions a l u t a r g n o C to all the nominees Accredited Complex Care Facility

Mac’s Oysters

Currently Cumberland

250-336-8116

ESTABLISHED 1982

Hollie and Greg Wood are passionate about oysters, and their small, family-owned business serves clients as far away as California and Eastern Canada. They attribute their success to their commitment to educating clients about their product and to the industry’s environmental sustainability.

Kathryn West

Rusty Rooster Home Furnishings and Fashion

-Residential Care -Respite Stay

250-335-3004 www.holliewoodoysters.com

Cumberland Forest Society, Courtenay DCBIA, Elevate the Arts

250-897-1271

Our programs include:

Hollie Wood Oysters

Meaghan Cursons

David Stapley

www.insightfacilitation.com

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NOMINATED FOR AGRICULTURE BUSINESS OF THE YEAR POTATOES AVAILABLE ALL WINTER BY CALLING 250-339-2988 Watch for our opening in late May, see our ad in the Comox Valley Record. 720 KNIGHT ROAD, COMOX (1KM PAST THE AIRPORT)

PETER MORRO Owner 250-338-9861

689-17th Street, Courtenay CELL: 250-792-1634 email: pdmorro@telus.net

Sieffert’s Farm Market (Lazo Tyee Farm) 250-339-2988 Siefferts Farm started as a dream. Fifty-six years later, the farm provides residents with fresh produce daily from May to November. The farm grows over 30 varieties of vegetables on 150 acres while also providing a natural habitat for fish and wildlife.

Congratulations to all the nominees

Promoting the creation of a healthy community through positive contributionsCVTS to the lives of Planning women, Strategic children and 19, families. Approved by CVTS Board of Directors February 2014 www.CVTS.ca

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Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park Association

Bob Wells

Peter Morro

250-338-4411

250 338-9861

250-339-2715

Bob Wells excels at customer service. A recipient of the BC Top 40 Under 40, the Vancouver Island Top 20 Under 40 and the Comox Valley Top 40 Under 40, Wells volunteers for numerous organizations such as Rotary, CYMC, YANA and Child Development.

Morro Construction & Roofing goes the extra mile to make sure its clients are happy. After 25 years in business, customers choose Morro because of Peter’s dependability, experience and – perhaps above all – fantastic service. Most of Peter’s work comes through referrals, and his workmanship is guaranteed.

My Tech Guys

www.filberg.com For 35 years, the Filberg Association has worked to preserve and maintain the historic Filberg Lodge. The Lodge is an important public space for residents and visitors alike, and the annual Filberg Festival contributes hugely to the local economy.

www.mytechguys.ca

www.uptownyarns.net

Lisa Kavanagh Apples and Pears Group Daycare

AGS Computer Solutions built its business over 20 years with customer service and sales support as its keynote deliverable. With Thom’s smiling face on the front line, ACS thrives on customer referrals, proving that great customer service is also great for business.

Lisa Kavanagh goes the extra mile to provide excellent customer service for her clients. She’s known for her amazing positive attitude and provides loving care, respect and thoughtful consideration of her little patrons and their families.

250-941-8814

www.applespearsgroupdaycare.com

Pieter Vorster

Darilyn Keene

250-792-2874

250-336-8224 3270 2nd St, Cumberland

Pieter Vorster, of Continual Palingenesis, is a consummate web developer and social media professional. Running a small but creative studio with more than a decade of marketing, publishing and communications experience, Pieter is passionate about helping his clients establish an effective online presence.

Celebrating 30 years! Alley Cuts hair salon is Cumberland’s longest-run business by the original proprietor. Owner/operator Darilyn Keene has a proven passion for her community and her clientele and attributes her success to ingenuity and a willingness to diversify. One of the Valley’s best-kept little secrets is now out!

Alley Cuts

Continual Palingenesis

www.glacierviewlodge.ca www.cp-sms.ca

Comox Valley Transition Society

Always Invited Event Rentals

Congratulations to all the nominees

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Tami Jensen

250-897-0511

director@cvts.ca

www.viic.ca

Commercial Insurance Specialist Elizabeth Hazard holds an impeccably high standard for customer service. She takes the time to understand each client, earning respect and loyalty from clients and colleagues alike. Elizabeth’s motto: “You’ve worked hard to grow your business; let me work hard to protect it.”

250-334-2000

www.acscomputersolutions.com

250-338-1421 Ext.:225

When community need outstripped available funding, the CVTS got creative and opened Too Good To Be Threw. This successful thrift shop has allowed the society to expand its services for women, children and families, many of whom are dealing with the effects of domestic violence.

Since 2000, Uptown Yarns owner Jennifer Emslie has exemplified excellence in customer service. Continually exceeding expectations, she’s quick with helpful advice and always remembers her customers. Her main goal, though, is to inspire others with her love of knitting.

250-338-1401

ACS Computer Solutions

Glacier View Lodge Society

Glacier View Lodge is a pioneer in the provision of complex care to seniors. Staff and volunteers deliver innovative programming to meet the many social, physical and medical needs of the elderly in our community and their families providing care.

Vancouver Island InsuranceCentres

Thom Partridge

250-336-8521

www.cumberlandcommunityschools.com

Elizabeth Hazard

250-338-1940

Cumberland Community Schools Society For the CCSS, learning is a lifelong community process. The organization provides educational, cultural, social and recreational opportunities for people of all ages, including free after school and hot lunch programs, employment skills workshops and Cumberland's first Youth Centre.

www.morroroofing.ca

Uptown Yarns

www.cumberlandforest.com info@cumberlandforest.com The CCFS has been purchasing and protecting forest lands around the Village of Cumberland since 2000. The group is a leader in forest conservation in the Comox Valley and is creating an ecological heritage that will benefit our communities for decades.

Morro Construction & Roofing

Jennifer Emslie

Cumberland Community Forest Society

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www.alwaysinvited.org Tami Jensen, owner of Always Invited Event Rentals, regularly goes above and beyond to ensure her clients are satisfied. She continually goes out of her way and employ innovative problem-solving to make their events and special occasions as stress-free as possible.

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