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I’tustolagalis – Rising Up, Together: St. Michael's Residential School in Alert Bay, B.C. — one of five remaining residential schools in the province — is slated for demolition later this year. This is the third part of a three-part February series looking further into the stories of the students, challenges faced by local First Nations in the Comox Valley today, and a special midmonth ceremony at the school to acknowledge the past and ignite hope for the future. For this final instalment, Record reporter Erin Haluschak attended the reconciliation ceremony Feb. 18 at St. Michael's Residential School.
••• “I have seen my fair share of abuse. I have seen my fair share of addiction. And it is a direct effect of all of this.” With a small white piece of paper in her hand for reference, Carla Voyageur gestures towards St. Michael's Residential School, while her voice confidently addresses the hundreds of people in front of her, only wavering slightly to fight a handful of tears. “The time is now to reclaim our children, to reclaim ourselves,” she says. “As a mother, but also as a child, a by-product of this residential school, I plead to you we uphold our children and return to a child-centred way of raising our children.” Voyageur is the daughter of Comox Valley elder Evelyn Voyageur, one of many students from the area who attended the residential school and returned to the small community of Alert Bay on Cormorant Island Wednesday one final time to see the ominous schoolhouse prior to its destruction. The large crowd stood in the shadow of the imposing red brick building as part of a healing ceremony — I'tustolagalis: “Rising Up, Together“ — for students, family members and the community to help let go of some of the sexual, physical and emotional abuse and create means
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Ready for the next “big” Vancouver Island MusicFest announcement? This one is so big, it’s “large”! Lyle Lovett and his Large Band will grace the stage at the Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds on Friday night, July 10. Lyle Lovett and his Large Band is aptly named. A fourpiece horn/wind section, fivepiece string section, piano/ keyboard accompanists and drums will share the stage with the Americana roots/country/ blues legend. “It should be a great show,” said MusicFest artistic director Doug Cox, who said fans can expect a variety of sounds from the act.
“Describing his music as one genre is really tough. Some of it verges on swing, some of it verges on bluesy kind of stuff and some of it is definitely country,” said Cox. “He really is the heir to the Guy Clark, Townes Van Zandt school of Texas singer/ songwriters, but his career has gone way beyond that as well. His mass appeal has taken him even further than those guys, with his celebrity status and all that kind of stuff. Not just his singing, but everything else he does as well.” With 14 albums and 22 singles to his credit, Lovett’s musical repertoire is vast.
And if he’s not in your record collection, chances are his music is in your movie DVD collection. His songs are featured in movies ranging from The Firm to Toy Story. If I had a Boat, which Lovett originally released in 1987, on his Pontiac album, is slated to be part of the soundtrack for Still Alice, set to be released this year. If it isn’t his music appearing in movies and on TV, it’s the man himself. He most recently appeared in the recurring role of Monte P. Flagman in the television series The Bridge. But at the heart of his many successes is the music.
His four Grammy Awards are testament to his talent. His six gold records are proof of his popularity. The ability to sign an act of this magnitude adds to the legend that is the Vancouver Island MusicFest. “I’m a big fan of Lyle Lovett’s so I'm very happy about that,” said Cox. “But mainly I am just trying to continue to make sure that the artists that we do present are of very high quality musically, and that they fit with what MusicFest is all about, other than just booking someone because they are famous and we know they will sell a bunch of tickets.” Cox said it’s a fine line and one he
treads every year. “It’s a juggling act to try to find an act that is well known enough to draw media excitement but also matches the overall scope of what the festival is all about. And that’s tougher to do as the years go by because we try not to repeat (acts).” For a complete list of acts announced to date, visit the festival website at islandmusicfest. com, where tickets are also available.
From bluegrass to a guitar prodigy; other acts recently added to Island MusicFest lineup Doug Cox has been announcing of the acts announced to date: one act every day on the islandBassekou Kouyate & Ngoni musicfest.com website since the Ba - one of Mali’s most influential initial announcement of Buddy bands of the 21st century. Guy, Leftover Salmon, Maddy Maggie Bell & Dave Kelly Prior & Steeley Span, and Hot Two stalwarts of the British R&B Rize. scene, two great voices, two great There are now more than 20 reputations. acts announced for the weekend, The Bros. Landreth – Canawhich is shaping up to be another dian roots rockers from Winnipeg. worldly musical experience. Alpha Yaya Diallo & Boujou 15.JanineKevinBannerAd 15-02-18 PM PageCissoko 1 Here's a brief overview of some1:37Badialy - two West Afri-
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The public has a little more than a month to submit nominations for the Citizens of the Century Awards that are part of the Courtenay centennial celebrations. The awards will honour volunteers — past or present — for outstanding contributions to the city since it was incorporated as a municipality in 1915. "If I were judging, I would be looking at somebody who has committed their life to doing things for their community," Mayor Larry Jangula said. "Somebody who has been involved in more than one activity that's benefitted other people." There are no shortage of candidates. The late Skip Blain, for one, was "involved in absolutely everything that happened," Jangula said. "He just constantly did things in the community." Blaine volunteered as a tutor, a Canada Day parade marshal and as a greeter at the airport. He also served with the Knights of Columbus, among others, and was a freeman of the city. Other worthy candidates
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A public hearing last week at Courtenay council drew a few concerns about a zoning amendment for a commercial/multi-residential proposal in the 1900 block of Cliffe Avenue. Highstreet Ventures — which developed the neighbouring Tides condominiums on 20th Street and the Holiday Inn Express on Cliffe — is requesting a height variance to build a four-storey apartment complex, part of a proposed subdivision that includes a commercial building on Cliffe and a river walk trail to be donated to the City. Council had approved a development permit last year but rescinded third reading of a zoning bylaw early this month. Council first issued a permit for a four-storey residential building in 2008, granting one additional floor beyond what was allowed within a Multiple Use Two Zone. However, the company did not
proceed, due to "the economic conditions of the day," a staff report states. A zoning amendment would increase the allowable height from 10 to 14 metres. Betty Donaldson, president of the Tides strata, feels the development has added ambiance but is concerned a fourth storey might adversely affect property values at the Tides. Bob Lowey, who owns two units at the Tides, feels that a further "deviation" will devalue the site. "These are serious concerns," Lowey said. "How much do we have to get kicked? We're left with a nonconforming site." Highstreet plans to extend Riverside Lane from 20th to 19th streets. Riverside runs between the commercial site on Cliffe and residential buildings extending to the Courtenay River. Some residents worry that speeding cars might use Riverside as a short-cut to avoid the 17th Street intersection. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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Fire destroys three Mt. Washington homes Erin Haluschak Record Staff
A late night fire Thursday destroyed three private cabins on Mount Washington, which were left to burn as the area does not have fire protection services. One of the three units was occupied, but all occupants got out safely. The cabins were located on Foster's Place. Courtenay Fire Chief Don Bardonnex said fire protection services is not a provincial requirement and is set up by local municipalities or regional districts. "If so chosen to have fire suppression, (residents) have to buy it, train and pay for it," he added. In addition to the Mount Washington area, Bardonnex explained other less populated areas of the Valley do not have firefighting coverage, including the Forbidden Plateau area. As long as there is no threat to human life, the Courtenay fire department, which is at least a 40-minute drive away, will not be called, he added. In 2009, a fire destroyed a chalet on the mountain and Bardonnex said they received a page from the provincial emergency program under the task of a rescue. As soon as they arrived on scene and found there was no threat to human life, "we turned the trucks around," he noted. Prior to the 2009 fire, in 2002, a petition was created for a vote on fire protection services for the area, which was voted down by property owners, explained Koreen Gurak, manager of communications for the Comox Valley Regional District.
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Coal applications cover vast area of Comox Valley Scott Stanfield Record Staff
Coal licence applications and existing coal tenures in the Valley comprise about a third of the regional district's total land area, according to research conducted by CoalWatch Comox Valley. The proposed Raven Coal Mine covers 3,100 hectares, though the proponent — Compliance Coal Corporation — owns 32,494 hectares in total. Applications from Skyland Resources total 11,550 hectares, Golden River Resources 11,325 hectares and Hillsborough Resources 2,546 hectares. These applications and tenures stretch from the Oyster River area to Cook Creek south of Fanny Bay, totalling 57,915 hectares or 579 square kilometres. The total land area in the CVRD is 1,725 square kilometres. “While CoalWatch isn’t implying exploration and future coal mine development will extend to all of these areas of interest, we believe these areas of interest should be viewed within the context of the current debate on Raven Coal Mine proposal,” CoalWatch president John Snyder said in a news release. “I certainly think it’s fair to ask what the effect would be if the Raven project was approved, and would it be the first step on the slippery slope to further exploration and coal development in the other parts of the Comox Valley. I was stunned when I calculated the total area of coal interest in the Comox Valley. With predictions of the iconic Comox Glacier disappearing due to climate change within the next two decades, how ironic is it to see the increased interest in coal development in the Comox Valley?” Compliance re-submitted its mine application this month. In 2013, the provincial Environmental Assessment Office rejected its initial application. If the EAO gives approval, a 180-day review will be initiated, which includes a public comment period. Along with the Raven property in Baynes Sound, Compliance owns land near Anderson Lake above Forbidden Plateau. It also holds a 60 per cent interest in the Bear Coal Deposit south of Comox Lake. However, Chief Operations Officer Stephen Ellis has said the company has no intention of exploring either deposit, even if government approves the Raven project.
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spent about two hours sitI had no idea. ting in Evelyn Voyageur's I knew of white privilege — a light-filled warm kitchen, word tossed around by late-night, listening to stories American all-newsof her childhood, her channel pundits or in ERIN'S ETC. time at residential stories following the school, her family and 2014 death of Michael her determination Brown in Ferguson, to educate herself in Mo. RIN order to learn more We look at our about her people and neighbours to the ALUSCHAK culture. south and call them After exchanging out on their lack formalities, I felt so privileged of diversification, the constant as I scribbled notes listening to struggles of class clashes between her speak; there was a level of Caucasians and African-Americomfort and trust as she recalled cans. events nothing short of horrific I knew of white privilege and she and her family faced while racism as it related to the U.S. I attending St. Michael's Residennever knew exactly how promitial School in Alert Bay. nent it remains in Canada. I was honoured she was so I now know we have our own willing to share with me, and version of white privilege and I left her home with a feeling I racism in our country, and it had never quite experienced so relates directly to the treatment strongly before: a disdain for my of First Nations. white culture. We like to think of Canada as From high school history all-inclusive, equal, a place where classes, television documentaries we encourage diversification and and magazine articles, I thought multiculturalism — the very fabI had an understanding of what ric of what makes us Canadians. happened to the 150,000 First It's not. Nation, Inuit and Métis children As I sat surrounded by Highwho were removed from their land Secondary School's Aborigihomes and forced to attend the nal Student Council, I felt the abusive, immoral institutions same honour and privilege as across the country. I did listening to Evelyn. The
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students and instructors opened their doors to me and shared stories of racism they face every single day at school. The only way I could relate to them besides sharing stories of my awkward teenage years was how much I enjoy pizza for lunch, too. I hung my head leaving the school, and felt the same disdain as I did after talking to Evelyn. As a writer, I was at a loss for words. As a Caucasian reporter, I felt I was somehow capitalizing on inequalities of others. I attended the healing ceremony for St. Michael's students in Alert Bay last week. As a journalist, it was one of the most difficult events I've had to cover. As an observer, my heart was breaking. Words are never enough for what happened, and what continues to happen every single day, but it's one of the tools I have. Nothing I write and nothing I photograph could take the pain suffered at the hands of my culture away. There is only one thing to say: I'm sorry. Erin Haluschak is a reporter for the Comox Valley Record. Her three-part series on the struggles of Canadian First Nations concluded in today's Record.
For the love of BS, flush it somewhere else Dear editor, Many of us love Baynes Sound (BS) and we should, for it is vital for our local economy, recreation and the overall well being of our natural environment. The CVRD has identified it as the number-one favoured option for discharging sewage because it is easy and cheap. Not only will the sewage from Royston and Union Bay be discharged into Baynes Sound, but Cumberland as well, including any future mega-developments such as Kensington. Normally a sewage discharge location is picked because it has “open waters” and the current neces-
sary to quickly dissipate and transport the effluent away. Baynes Sound (according to the 2003 Carrying Capacity Study) takes three days for a complete exchange of water with the north end, (where the discharge will be located) taking up to three times longer for complete removal of the tracer. Combine this with the fact that there are no treatments available that will remove pharmaceuticals, personal care products and microplastics, all of which bio-accumulate and work their way up the food chain. Baynes Sound has recently been identified as a “hot spot” for microplastics, which, after three
days’ exposure, can be found in the flesh of shellfish. To add more contaminants to Baynes Sound could mean an end to the shellfish industry and who wants to swim and play in sewer soup? By the end of February, the CVRD will be tallying up the public comments and making a decision shortly after, so for the love of B.S. please ask the CVRD to remove Option A-discharge to Baynes Sound from its list. Email southsewer@comoxvalleyrd.ca or call 250 871-6100 or visit the website for more information and to fill out the comment sheet. Edina Johnston Denman Island
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Dear editor, Residents in Royston and Union Bay have been talking about wastewater management for many years – and this month plans for the service are in a critical stage. As project manager for the Comox Valley Regional District’s south sewer project and the south region liquid waste management plan, I encourage residents to learn more about the planning work that has been completed on a possible service, including the four shortlisted options that were presented to the public last month. We know this is a critical project for residents in the area. If the LWMP is approved by the CVRD board and provincial Ministry of Environment, those living in the core residential area of Royston, Union
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Bay and Kilmarnock could see a wastewater collection system constructed by September 2018. We know many people are eager to see this happen – but we also know that there are a lot of questions as this significant capital expense is considered. In early March, the public and technical advisory committees will take the next step of applying a triple-bottom line analysis to the four scenarios
to assess their financial, environmental and social impacts. Feedback from the community will be critical in that process, which is why we’re encouraging residents and homeowners in the area to provide comment now throughout February. The LWMP requires significant public consultation to move forward. It’s important that we hear from you now to be sure the best solution is selected for the long-term.
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Co-ordinator links businesses, employees North Island College has created a new position to make it easier for employers to find skilled employees, interns and co-op students. The new Co-ordinator of Work Integrated Education matches students to employers across the region and posts jobs free of charge for businesses on NIC's website. "I want to meet as many business owners as possible to help them with their specific HR needs and help students find jobs," said Anita Budisa-Bonneau, who has more than 30 students available for hire. “The more I know about an organization’s needs, goals and operations, the better equipped I am to match them with an ideal candidate.” The position is one of the ways the college supplies demand for a skilled and educated workforce in the Comox Valley and across the North Island. “NIC provides incredible opportunities for local businesses to access highly talented and dedicated
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dents from around the world who already have degrees in commerce, business, tourism or engineering,” adds Budisa-Bonneau. “They’re ready to apply their skills to the Canadian labour market.” In past years, Gamdoor Brar helped orgaI want to meet as many nize community business owners as possible to events such as help them with their specific the Immigrant Welcome CenHR needs and help students tre’s Global find jobs. Fusion Fest, and Anita Budisa-Bonneau accounting student MJ Sharma handled financial accounts for industry knowledge; was such a wonderful Canadian Industrial students provide fresh experience,” said Crui- Power and Control in perspective and inno- kshank. “It was great Merville. Both have vative ideas into local to apply the knowledge graduated and are business systems and I learned in the class- working in the comoperations. It’s defi- room.” munity. Interns also nitely mutually benefiCo-op students work work locally in banks, cial for both sides.” full time over four accounting firms and Co-op and intern- months while complet- insurance agencies, ship students generally ing undergraduate and manage sales for a come from the account- studies. Internship stu- local Telus affiliate. ing, marketing, busi- dents, however, have “NIC interns bring a ness, or tourism and already completed one lot of skills and knowlhospitality fields, often degree and are avail- edge to the communifilling vacant, seasonal able to work full- or ty,” said Jim Brennan, and project-based posi- part-time during the Human Resources tions. school year. Manager at Campbell In recent years, stu“Our post degree River’s Immigrant dents have worked for diplomas consistent- Welcome Centre. “They the City of Courtenay, ly attract top notch, look at problems difPainter’s Lodge and highly-qualified stu- ferently, bringing
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Gypsies spotted in the Valley Vancouver Island original blues-rockers, The Deep Sea Gypsies, bring their driving, psych-blues show to the Waverley, Saturday Feb. 28. Born in a modern era with vintage dreams, The Deep Sea Gypsies offer a sound that is all their own, playing an original innovative combination of ’60s psych blues rock, ’70s southern rock and hip hop. Strongly influenced by Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin (watch for the tattoos), Gallagher, Muddy R o r y Waters, and Lynyrd Skynyrd, the homage is fierce and true. Hailing from the
south end of the Island, the Gypsies have previously visited the Comox Valley as featured acts at Rock The Block, Rhythm on the Rock and Elevate Arts Festivals – rocking out the latter on the riverside at Cona Hostel was a particular highlight. Tickets for Saturday's show are $12 in advance, $15 at the door and are available at Bop City Records, The Waverley Hotel and online at gigtix.ca (some fees apply). Presented by Tinshack Creative and Cumberland Village Works. The Rascals
will open the evening, hitting the stage around 10 p.m.
Regimbal at the White Whale DSG’s lead guitar and vocalist, Johnny Regimbal, will also be performing a solo acoustic show at the White Whale on Friday Feb. 27 – if old school blues and slide guitar are your thing, you’ll want to check that out.
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Sunday afternoon classical music concert in downtown Courtenay St. John the Divine Anglican Church (579-5th St., Courtenay) is pleased to present “Music for a Sunday Afternoon” on March 1 at 2 p.m., featuring Dagmar Kilian, Tracy Canil and Peter Walker. This concert is light classical in nature with a few more
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robust pieces thrown into the mix. It is also an opportunity to showcase the church's newly acquired grand piano. Kilian is well known in the Comox Valley as a music teacher and accompanist for Rainbow Theatre and other endeavours.
Canil has been involved in many community productions in the Valley over the last 20 years. Walker's Alberta pedigree is outstanding, with regular CBC performances and a showcase evening with the Vancouver Symphony
Orchestra. Pieces for your enjoyment include Brahms, Bartok, Liszt, Rachmaninoff and Shostakovich, along with delightful pieces for flute and piano. Admission by donation. Proceeds to the church ministries.
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Georgia Jazz calls on a local favourite
Ralph Barrat is at The Av on Thursday.
The Georgia Strait Jazz Society is featuring a local favourite for their Thursday night show this week. Performing songs from the encyclopedic book of classic standards, Comox Valley vocalist Ralph Barrat will hit the stage at the Avalanche Bar & Grill. Barrat will be accompanied by keyboardist Marty Steele and his band, featuring the effervescent James McRae on the drums and the steady and reliable hand of Andrew Janusson on guitar. The trio comprises three-fourths of the Jimmy Smith Tribute Band that electrified the Avalanche audience last May. Steele is Nanaimo’s most versatile and busiest keyboardist. He’s played at almost every venue possible in the Hub City over the last three and a half years, as well as jazz festivals throughout the Island. Bandleader, soloist, accompanist, and the undisputed master of the left hand keyboard bass, his explosive energy on stage helps create magical musical moments. McRae is the most sought after drummer on Vancouver Island. Along with being Marty’s personal drummer, he appears with many groups, including
Triadically Hip, Boss Tenors, the Jennifer Scott Trio, the Gordon Lightfoot Tribute Band, and many more. When Steele and McRae perform together, it confirms the old saying that the sum is better than the parts. And the same adage holds true when Janusson joins in on guitar. He’s the perfect complement for the trio, bringing a rock-solid stability to the rhythm section, along with an easygoing style of playing. Janusson has played on many of Steele’s and McRae’s projects, and his emergence as a capable bandleader in his own right is a pleasant surprise. Barrat is the vocal icing to this musical creation. Barrat is well known at the jazz club as an accomplished self-accompanying pianist/vocalist in his own right, but on Thursday he’s free to swing at the mic a la Sinatra, Bobby Darrin, etc. knowing that he has a solid backing to add to his superb singing style. Admission is $10 for members, $12 for non-members. For more information about the Jazz Society, and its forthcoming events, visit georgiastaightjazz.com or find us on Facebook.
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Zandhunga bringing Latin dance to the Bridge PAWS & CLAWS Zandhunga is coming and the dance floor at the Bridge Lounge is going to get a workout. Expect nothing less than high-energy Latin dance party vibes from this Comox Valley-based ensemble that has toured internationally as far as Taiwan. Mexican-born director, percussionist and lead vocalist in the group is Oscar Robles Diaz who grew up to the sweet sounds of salsa as a boy. Accompanying Diaz will be ‘Britt de La Isla’ (Brittany Bowman) on bass tumbaos, keyboardist ‘La Tomasa’ (Kelly Thomas) and Jake Masri on trumpet and flugelhorn. The group invites all fans of Latin dance music to take full advantage of one of the best dance floors in the Comox Valley, moving to a fine selection of classic and cutting edge salsa, cumbia, cha-cha-cha, merengue and more. Tickers are $12 advance and $15 at the door (90 5th Street, Courtenay). Advance tickets available at Blue Heron Books in Comox, Bop City Records in Courtenay and Village Muse Books in Cumberland. For more information contact Buleria Productions at 250-339-2279.
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TOWN OF COMOX PUBLIC NOTICE OF PROPOSED LOCAL AREA SERVICE Take Notice That under Section 210 of the Community Charter, the Council of the Town of Comox intends to create a local area service for the purpose of funding the planning and implementation of a business promotion scheme. The boundary of the local area service is as described in the attached map. The business promotion scheme will be undertaken by the Comox Business in Action and Professionals by the Sea Association, and will include activities such as marketing, research and physical improvements to the area, as well as staffing and administration. Funding will be provided to the Comox Business in Action and Professionals by the Sea Association, and recovered through an annual levy on owners of all improved commercial land situated within the local area service boundary. The local area service will be in effect for a term of five years, commencing in 2015. The estimated annual cost of the service will be $72,900 per year. And Further, Take Notice That Council will proceed with the local area service in accordance with this notice unless a petition of at least 50% of the owners of parcels, representing at least 50% of the assessed value of land and improvements, that would be subject to the local service tax is received by the undersigned within 30 days of the second publication of this notice in a newspaper. And That this is the first of two publications of this notice in a newspaper. Shelly Russwurm, Deputy Corporate Administrator
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Darcy Sharpe wins gold in big air at World Cup in Quebec City -- SEE PAGE 25
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Empty arenas one way to end spectator abuse Earle Couper Record Staff
The Vancouver Island Amateur Hockey Association is prepared to take “drastic” steps to stop spectators from abusing on-ice officials and players during minor hockey games. VIAHA president Jim Humphrey, in a bulletin to VIAHA membership, says the issue is so serious the executive committee is considering banning spectators
from arenas. Calling it a Spectator Free Weekend, access to the “cold” area of all arenas on Vancouver Island District would be restricted to players, on- and off-ice officials, team officials, MHA presidents, game supervisor, VIAHA officers and staff during minor hockey games. On the Feb. 21-22 weekend, five Greater Victoria parents were banned from attending their kids’ hockey game after yelling at officials and members of the opposing
team the previous weekend. Humphrey said that VIAHA is investigating similar incidents across the Island in which parents have lost sight of the spirit of the game. “By the end of the week, there will probably be at least 12 parents sitting out, all from up and down the Island,” he added. Humphrey’s bulletin on spectator conduct is on the Comox Valley Minor Hockey Association website at cvmha.goalline.ca
Abusive fans causing referees to call it quits Earle Couper Record Staff
Abuse of referees by fans is an issue that hits home for Comox Valley Minor Hockey Association president Win Hunter. “I take this abuse issue very seriously because my two grandsons both withdrew as referees (both had been reffing for a couple of years) because of abuse from coaches and fans,” Hunter said. He notes there are 17 minor hockey associations on Vancouver Island, and all 17 support Vancouver Island Amateur Hockey Association president Jim Humphrey’s Spectator Free Weekend idea. “(Fan abuse of on-ice officials) has become a very serious problem up and down the Island. Not any one association, it’s many of them,” Hunter said. "The problem is the loss of referees. We’re losing a couple a hundred referees every year (across the Island) New ones are signing on, but it’s trending downwards. That’s
a serious threat.” Hunter cites a recent incident at a local arena as an example of the problem. “I heard a fan swearing at a young referee down on the ice. He was told to calm down. He swore and said ‘Shut up. This is hockey and this is what we do.’ “He was then told if he didn’t calm down we would stop the game until he left, which is what we do if it comes to that. We stopped the game and the people around him started saying, ‘Hey you’re ruining the game. Leave.’ So he left. He did the walk of shame and walked out because he acted like a fool,” Hunter said. “It does happen here. We do have a problem. It’s not every game. Competitive hockey is probably the worst, but we do have it in recre-
ational hockey too. I’ve seen it happen it Atom hockey where they’re eight and nine years old. It’s crazy. “If you can imagine a 50-, 60or 70-year-old man or woman sitting in the stands screaming obscenities at a 14or 15-year-old child, you’ve got the picture of what we’re dealing with. It is contemptible,” Hunter said. He added the CVMHA has zero tolerance for fan abuse of officials. “I’ve struck a subcommittee to bring recommendations forward to the board of directors to address the issue and do what we can to try and eliminate abuse of officials. I’m anticipating some recommendations to come forward at the next meeting in February. “We’ve already improved the sig-
nage, we have talked about perhaps having an announcement at the beginning of every game. We want our parents that go and simply enjoy the game to feel empowered to tell somebody to calm down and be quiet when they start abusing officials.” Hunter said it is a minority that ruins things for the majority who go to the rink to enjoy the game and watch their child play. “It’s maybe one per cent, but it only takes one or two people to be very disruptive in the stands and disrupt the game.” He added, “A fan-free weekend will certainly get people’s attention and make them think about it. A lot of people will be saying, ‘I go to the games and don’t say anything, why am I being punished?’ The point is to get your attention, and then perhaps you’ll help us (by being proactive and) feel empowered to stop the abusers.” Hunter’s statement on fan abuse of officials can be read on the minor hockey website cvmha.goalline.ca. sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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Sharpe wins big air gold Darcy Sharpe of Comox and Tyler Nicholson of North Bay posted a one-two Canadian finish under the lights in downtown Quebec City Friday night (Feb. 20) in the big air event at the Canadian stop on the snowboard World Cup circuit. Sharpe took the gold medal with 187.75 points, the combined score of his two best jumps in the threeround final. Last month’s world championship silver medallist earned his best scores on his switch backside double cork 1260 and frontside double cork 1080. Nicholson finished at 177.25 with his two best jumps in the second and third round for his first career big air World Cup medal. His best jumps were his switch backside 1260 and
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The Comox Valley Glacier Kings built a 4-0 lead then hung on for a 5-3 win Saturday night in Courtenay to defeat the Nanaimo Buccaneers 5-3 and take a 2-1 lead in their first-round Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League playoff series. The Icemen lost the first game of the bestof-seven series 5-2 in Courtenay on Feb. 17 then regained homeice advantage by beating the Bucs 4-3 in overtime on Feb. 19 in Nanaimo. Game 4 went Monday night in Nanaimo, with result unavailable at press time. Game 5 is Tuesday, Feb. 21 at 7:30 p.m. at Comox Valley Sports Centre Arena #1. On Feb. 21, the Yetis led 4-0 after the first period. Nanaimo chipped away at the lead and had it down to 4-3 by 12:26 of the third, but Derian Hamilton’s empty netter sealed the deal for the G-Kings. Ty Madden, Austin McNeil (second star), Grant Iles (first star) and Kyle Wade had the other Comox Valley goals. The Yetis outshot the Bucs 28-19 with Zachary Straza picking up the win in net. The two evenly matched teams tied on
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Darcy Sharpe of Comox stood tall on the podium after winning gold in the big air event at a World Cup event Friday in Quebec City. frontside 1080. Eric Beauchemin was third at 169.25. The Canadians are roommates. ‘’We had lunch today and we talked about trying to go 1-2,’’ said Nicholson, 19. ‘’I’m super stoked about the medal. I’ve
never been able to put together a strong event after a bad practice. I pulled this one out of nowhere and I’m super stoked about it.’’ In the women’s Big Air, Cheryl Maas of the Netherlands took the gold with Lia-Mara Boesch of Switzerland
second and Klaudia Medlova of Slovakia third. Breanna Stangeland of Calgary was fifth and Audrey McManiman of St-Ambroise de Kildare finished in sixth place. – Canada Snowboard
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points for second place Sampson’s unassisted in the North Division shorthanded goal only on the regular sea- to have Nanaimo pull son, and they played even at 14:17 on the another close one Feb. power play. Straza 19 at the Nanaimo Ice picked up the win as Centre where affili- the visitors outshot the ate player Grayden home team 26-20. McInnes’ OT goal early The series started in the extra frame lift- Feb. 17 in Courtenay ed the Icemen to a 4-3 with Nanaimo winning win. 5-2. The Bucs were up The Bucs led 2-1 4-0 through two periafter one and it was 2-2 ods. Wade and Colton after two. The G-Kings St. John cut the lead went ahead early in in half by 13:35 of the 15.CourtenayAAAd 15-01-21third, 2:45 PMbut Pagethe 1 Bucs the third on Dylan
clinched things with a power-play tally at 15:23. Liam Young started in goal and played 34 minutes before giving way to Straza after Nanaimo scored shorthanded to go up 4-0. ICE CHIPS If necessary, Game 6 is Thursday, Feb. 26 at 7:15 p.m. in Nanaimo and Game 7 Saturday, Feb. 28 at 7:30 p.m. in Courtenay …
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CRONSBERRY – Ivan Frederick Born Toronto, Ontario, November 9, 1927 Passed away February 13, 2015, Comox, B.C Ivan came to Victoria in 1986 after serving as Commissioner of Personnel and Public Relations for the former City of York (Toronto). He was past Clerk Treasurer, Village of Forest Hill (Toronto), past president of the Rotary Club of Forest Hill 19731974, and member of the Rotary Club of Victoria and Courtenay. Ivan had been an elder of the Presbyterian Church since 1953 and was an Elder in Wychwood, Presbyterian Church Toronto, St. Andrews Aurora, Ontario and Knox Presbyterian Church, Victoria where he served as Clerk of Session since 1989 and Representative Elder to the Vancouver Island Presbytery. He was elected the first Lay Moderator of Presbytery and served from Jan. 25, 1994. Ivan married Laura in 1974 and in 2000 they moved to Courtenay where they transferred their membership to Comox Valley Presbyterian Church. Ivan served on the finance committee where his background and experience, along with his knowledge and history with regard to The Presbyterian Church in Canada were welcomed. Throughout Ivan and Laura’s marriage of 40 years, they have travelled to many places – not only within Canada – but to 55 countries including Palestine, Israel and Taiwan. Theirs was a partnership that brought much joy to each. Ivan is survived by his wife of 40 years; cousin Richard Corner and his family in Lindsay, Ontario; cousin Bonnie Oxtoby Holt and her family of London, Ontario; dear friend of 60 years Don Wilson; along with many friends and Church family members both on the Island and across the country who have walked the walk of faith with both he and Laura. Ivan wished to die at home and that was made possible due to the collaboration and compassion of multiple healthcare professionals two of whom include Dr. Potter-Cogan and Heath Care Worker Marlene Louch. Thanks to all who provided assistance in such a variety of ways during Ivan’s illness. A Memorial Service will be held at Comox Valley Presbyterian Church, 725 Aspen Road, Comox on Saturday, February 28th at 2:00pm. Flowers gratefully declined. In consideration of donations to the Memorial Fund at Comox Valley Presbyterian Church which would be received with appreciation. Well done good and faithful servant!
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It has been 1 year since you have left us and we miss you more with each passing day. We miss your funny jokes, your infectious smile and your hugs. Forever loved and missed Dad/Poppa In Loving Memory of DAVE K. CAMERON May 13, 1943 ~ Mar. 7, 2014 Oh, what would I give to clasp his hand, His dear, kind face to see; To hear his voice, To see his smile, That meant so much to me. His spirit has failed, His sufferings o’er. At the fireside he will join us no more.
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BRONISLAVA RADIC December 12, 1930 – February 10, 2015
Bronia died at St. Joseph’s Hospital after a short illness. Bronia was a very private person. She was born in Jici, Czechoslovakia and became a dancer—on stage and TV. Bronia rose to be an assistant TV producer in Czechoslovakia. Eventually, she obtained permission from the government to vacation in Cuba. Bronia bravely planned her big trip and when her plane landed in Montreal, she defected to Canada. Bronia’s life in Canada was not easy but she always believed in dressing sharply, being brave and had a most beautiful smile! Even in her 80s, she loved to have pink or blue or mauve hair! When Bronia smiled the World smiled back! The curtain has dropped as Bronia exits‌dancing on‌. Private family arrangements.
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FREE to a “Forever Home� Cleo & Abby, sisters, Siamese 7yrs old, spayed & loving. Owner must move soon. Also 14yrs old spayed female Jack Russell X fox terrier black & white, active & loving also. (250)338-2467.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE FURNITURE DINNING TABLE with 4 chairs, solid Teak 1967 Scandinavian from Denmark, w/2 leaves sits 10 ppl. $500 O.B.O. 19th Century solid light oak mirrored vanity w/2 sm drawers & 2 lg drawers. English Tea set for 6. Stamp collection & some old coins. Call after 5pm 250-339-4449.
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 1-CHINA CABINET w/hutch. Old Country Rose China of 12 like new. 2 piece ladder. New sewing machine cabinet w/drawers. Brand new wheel chair. Like new wheelchair. Like new Samsung 39� T.V. with stand. Please call 250-331-9252 - Courtenay. Moving Sale.
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Physical Exercise Specialist Permanent Full-Time 19 Wing Comox 19 Wing Comox invites applications for a Physical Exercise Specialist to coordinate and deliver 19 Wing nationally standardized physical ďŹ tness programs for populations with medical conditions, functional limitations or disabilities. He/She develops, implements and delivers practical and theoretical physical ďŹ tness and wellness seminars, workshops and lessons, and coordinates and delivers physical ďŹ tness education modules in support of the Train-The-Trainer model for military personnel. The Physical Exercise Specialist assists 19 Wing Health Promotion sta to promote healthy practices and injury prevention through initiative such as educational programs, special events and other activities related to physical ďŹ tness. She/He also provides recommendations and advises on health and physical ďŹ tness policies and procedures. QualiďŹ cations: Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Human Kinetics, Exercise Physiology, Exercise Sciences or in a related ďŹ eld AND some years of experience in physical ďŹ tness evaluation and prescription or a related ďŹ eld AND Current CertiďŹ ed Exercise Physiologist (CEP) certiďŹ cation Current CPR and Basic First Aid qualiďŹ cations Current National Lifeguard Service CertiďŹ cate (NLS) qualiďŹ cation Salary: $44,170 - $51,970 per annum Application Deadline: 28 February 2015 Please submit resumes to the NPF HR OďŹƒce quoting competition #COM-15-17 by email: npfhrcomox@cfmws.com or online: www.cfmws.com.
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SALON EQUIPMENT 2 hair dryer chairs, 3 barber chairs, 1 shampoo basin, miscellaneous accessories. 250-923-5507
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GREAT CAMPBELL RIVER NEIGHBOURHOOD! $288,000 ..‌‌. 265 South McCarthy St. 3 Bedroom family home, full basement (suite potential). Private fenced level backyard, gas heat & fireplaces, Call 250.287.6635.
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REDUCED! 1369sqft 2 BDRM PATIO HOME. In a location that can’t be beat. Mntn. view. Quiet neighborhood. Beautiful setting. Bareland strata. 2 mins. to Merecroft Village. $279,900. 250-287-8570 or 250-202-7717. C.R.
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SANDPIPER VILLAGE 1650 Comox Ave. TWO BEDROOM recently renovated. New floor coverings, appliances, light fixtures and window coverings. Large private deck. Unique layout with through ventilation and extra windows. Overlooks large, attractive garden area. Quiet, well maintained adult building just two blocks from Comox Mall and one block from Filberg Park. A very special suite. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222 or John @ 250-703-2264.
HYCROFT 1835 Cliffe Ave. LARGE ONE BEDROOM bright and spacious. Recent renovation. Very attractive. Quiet, mature adult building. Central Courtenay. Security entry. Elevator. Call David @ 250-338-0267.
WESTWATER 60 Anderton Ave. TWO BEDROOM recently renovated. Full sized appliances including dishwasher and in suite washer/ dryer. Spacious and nicely decorated. In suite storage, fireplace and Jacuzzi tub. Convenient location just a few blocks from downtown and Filberg Seniors Centre. Fully equipped resident social room. Quiet, well maintained mature adult building. Security entry and elevator. No pets. Call John @ 250-703-2264.
TRADEWINDS 1600 Comox Ave. ONE BEDROOM Large kitchen. Private deck. Central Comox location. In suite storage. Quiet, well maintained mature adult building in central Comox. Resident social room. Security entry. Very attractive suite. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222 OR John @ 250703-2264.
VILLA MONTECITO 1331 England Ave. TWO BEDROOM over 1000 sq. ft. in a modern, well maintained and mature adult building just three blocks from downtown. Full-sized appliances with in-suite washer/dryer. Large, designer kitchen. Ensuite. In-suite storage. Very attractive suite freshly renovated. Security Entry. Call David @ 250-3380267.
GREENBRIER 750 Eighth St.
LUXURY TWO BEDROOM very spacious and recently renovated. In Courtenay’s finest apartment building — just two blocks from downtown. Corner suite. Five full-sized appliances. Ensuite. In-suite storage. Large private deck. Mature adult building. No pets. Call David @ 250-338-0267.
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BRAND NEW aluminum trailer. 10 ft x 4 ft with toolbox, spare tire, double loading ramp, tail lights, and licensed. Suitable for yard maintenance work and or transportation of bikes. $2500. Plus: Almost new electric scooter. New batteries, low miles, only 410km $800. Call: 250-338-9661
STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.
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WHOLE DUPLEX for sale1280sq ft per side, 3.5 bdrms, 1.5 bath. 9498 McDougall Rd, Port Hardy, BC. $225,000. Call (250)334-8474. tinyurl.com/duplex-ph
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SOUTHVIEW MANOR 1 SOUTHVIEW MANOR 1 bdrm, 1 bath, F&S, coin bdrm, 1 bath, F&S, coin laundry, balcony, parking, laundry, balcony, parking, N/S, no pets. Avail Mar 1 N/S, no pets. Avail Mar 1 $650/mth. $650/mth. THREE LEVEL DUPLEX 3 THREE LEVEL DUPLEX 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 3 appls, bdrm, 2 bath, 3 appls, fenced yard w/shed, N/S, No fenced yard w/shed, N/S, No pets, Avail. Mar. 15 pets, Avail. Mar. 15 $1,000/mth $1,000/mth CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN, 2 CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN, 2 bdrm, 1.5 bath, top flr unit, 5 bdrm, 1.5 bath, top flr unit, 5 appls, deck, res. pkg, N/S, appls, deck, res. pkg, N/S, cat neg. w/refs, Avail. Mar cat neg. w/refs, Avail. Mar 1 15 - $1,200/mth - $1,200/mth STEPS TO THE BEACH, 2 STEPS TO THE BEACH, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, B/I bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, B/I vac, gas F/P, wrap-around vac, gas F/P, wrap-around patio, storage shed, 2 res. patio, storage shed, 2 res. pkg. spots, N/S, sm pet neg. pkg. spots, N/S, sm pet neg. w/refs, Avail. March 1 w/refs, Avail. March 1 $1,200/m $1,200/m CLOSE TO THE COLLEGE, CLOSE TO THE COLLEGE, bright top floor, 2 bdrm, 1 bright top floor, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, gas F/P, lamibath, 5 appls, gas F/P, laminate & carpet, balcony, res. nate & carpet, balcony, res. pkg., N/S, inside cat neg. pkg., N/S, inside cat neg. w/refs, Avail. Mar 1 w/refs, Avail. Mar 1 $825/mth $825/mth
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OCEANVIEW HOME, 2 bdrm, 1 bath (shower only), 4 appls, woodstove, lrg deck, shared property, $50 hydro credit, N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. - $1,000/mth.
COMOX RANCHER 3 bdrm 2 bath, 4 appls., N/S, N/P. Avail. Mar. 1st $1200. 250-703-6567
TRANSPORTATION
2004 BMW 325i. 6 cyl. 5 spd. Manual. Central locking, power windows & sunroof. 6 way power & heated seats with lumbar support & position memory. Auto. climate control. Sound system. incl. Bluetooth. Cruise control + much more. Excel. Cond. $9150. Offers considered. 250-923-5950. Campbell River
SPORTS & IMPORTS
1990 HONDA grey, 2.2 litre 4 tires 70% tread AC, Sony CD door locks and ing rear seat. 250-218-9939.
Accord, dark cylinder, winter left, automatic, player, power windows, fold$900. Phone
CARS
2004 CHEVY Impala. 4 door. 3.8 litre. Great shape. Clean 171,000km. Asking $4000. 250-830-8351.
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2008 DODGE Charger, 82,000 km. $9,800 obo. Excellent condition. Call 250-334-4166.
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1990 JEEP CHEROKEE Red, good condition, 6 cylinder, 5 speed, 4WD, 194,000 km, nearly new tires. $1,300. Please call 250-335-1876.
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2 AND 3 BEDROOM available. Quiet complex with on-site management. Reasonable rates. Some completely renovated units with new appliances. Sorry no pets. Security deposit and 2 rental reference required.
1 and 2 Bedroom suites available. One of the best values in Courtenay. Unique oor plans. California kitchens. These bright, modern suites are available in quiet, secure building.
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2010 FORD F150 Crew Cab. New canopy. As new Nokian all weather tires. 47,000km. $26,500. Call 250-287-3790. In Campbell River
MAZDA 2007 Pick-up. 24,000 km. Silver, A/C, P/B, P/S, stereo, box liner, 4-cyl, RWD. $10,900. Like new. Call (250)203-6657 or (250)2861308, Campbell River.
UTILITY TRAILERS
Call Sharon 250-338-7449
CONDOS PACIFIC COURT
BEECHER MANOR
1520/1540 Piercy Ave, Courtenay
1045 Cumberland Road
2 bedroom available in clean, quiet building with onsite manager, close to town, schools, and bus. Stove, fridge, blinds and carpet. In-suite storage with washer and dryer. Small pets welcome. Rental references and security deposit required.
BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS 1 bedroom condo available close to downtown. This quiet, well maintained building suits mature adults. Bus stop is conveniently located out front. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit.
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TOWNHOUSES TORRY PINES 1560-13th Street, Courtenay ATTRACTIVE 2 bedroom townhouses have been completely renovated - enjoy new appliances, ooring and bathroom ďŹ ttings in these spacious units. Friendly and quiet atmosphere make it ideal for family or working couple. Large, private patio area allows great access for your pet. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit.
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2015 UTILITY Trailer, 5x8 closed. Includes new spare, jack & security locks. $2200. obo. Call (250)871-8334,(h) 778-960-3201 (c) Courtenay.
MARINE MARINE ACCESSORIES 1 VOLVO 270 Outboard leg with steering. For parts. $175. O.B.O. 250-923-3195. Campbell River 2 AQUA Power Heat Exchangers to fit inboard (289302-351) cu in. Ford Windsor motor. $175 for pair. O.B.O. 250-923-3195. In Campbell River.
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1977 SAILBOAT 25’ BayFieldsee at the Comox Marina. Estate Sale. $3500, obo. Call (250)339-2158.
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105 They counter nays 106 Ill-fated whaler 107 What it used to take to get word in prehistoric times? 111 8-pointer in Scrabble 115 They cross rds. 116 Fiery fits 117 Steer snarer 119 Nautilus VIP 121 Hot-rod rod 122 Lament from somebody who wants one of their sons to be named after director De Palma? 129 Mad, with “off” 130 Indian oven 131 Oil conduit 132 Water swirl 133 Novelist Sábato 134 Endeavoring anew DOWN 1 Suffix with hill 2 “Lenore” poet 3 Brit’s brew 4 Extended 5 Savor 6 Attack tactic 7 Noel 8 Wapiti 9 Govt. agents 10 Train track supporters 11 Well-timed 12 Orbitz listing 13 Old AT&T rival 14 “Twilight” rock gp. 15 Olympic ideal 16 Sky color 17 Expose 18 Wrinkle 19 Really wet 24 Corp. shuffle 28 Oat husk 29 Sign- — (approvals) 30 Mishmash 31 — beans 33 Helped out 35 Tolkien villain 36 Seek to win 37 Wildebeest 39 Energy-filled 41 “Ciao” 45 Yule tree 46 Outdoor gear retailer 47 Suffix with 20-Across 48 “— better be good!” 49 Yell at from a distance 50 Three: Prefix
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Eight-year-old Stella Swanson performed at Courtenay Library on Family Literacy Day. Family Literacy Day was extended to an entire week at locations throughout the Comox Valley, including all three libraries, where more than 400 books were handed out to children and families during the course of the week.
RD to look into mosquito issue Record Staff The regional district committee of the whole approved a recommendation to invest $5,000 to investigate the scope of a mosquito problem in and around Point Holmes and Cape Lazo, in partnership with the
Town of Comox. The CVRD has received complaints from Area B residents about mosquitoes — identified as Aedes dorsalis, a common North American mosquito typically found in salt marsh areas around the Georgia Basin. Island Health has confirmed
there is no presence of West Nile virus in the Valley. The mosquito population is therefore considered a nuisance issue, a staff report states. Staff will report on results, options and cost estimates for a mosquito population abatement service, if deemed necessary.
Re-branding for CV Camera Club The Comox Valley Camera Club Society has re-branded. The members agreed that although the camera was one of the many tools, the interests and activities of the members were so much greater and thus voted to choose Comox Valley Photographic Society as their new name. “We have a wonderfully diverse membership—members that are passionate about still photography, others that are equally passionate about videography, and yet others that are skilled at printing, framing and the display of photographic art,” said CVPS president Cecile Turnbull. “We believe that
the new name better describes who we are and what we do.” A competition for a new logo was held amongst the members and Courtenay resident Bruce Johnstone's design was selected. The first public display being promoted under the society’s new name is IMAGEFEST 2015—a delightful video showcase of members’ photographic art set to music, along with an exhibit of framed photographs. IMAGEFEST is presented on Saturday, March 21 at 7:30 p.m. at the Sid Williams Theatre. Tickets are $15 at the theatre box office. www.sidwilliamstheatre.com
Have a coffee for YANA at Twisted Dishes Café Come down and have a cup to support YANA, a charity which supports Comox Valley families that need to travel to access medical treatments for their
children. Devin Sexton, owner of Twisted Dishes Café, is raising money for Yana. From Feb. 24-28 all gourmet
Umbria coffee will be offered by donation with all proceeds going to YANA. Twisted Dishes Café is at 146 Port Augusta St. in Comox.
TAPS collecting coins throughout month of March The Alberni Project Society’s fundraiser Coins For Convoys takes place throughout the month of March. Which adds a bit more to TAPS regular visitor donations. Every dollar in loose change brought into the HMCS Alberni Museum and Memorial as well as any TAP Mobile exhibits around Vancouver Island, adds one mile to the virtual “Merchant Navy’s Convoy” from
Halifax to Londonderry. In some years past, the convoy has extended 100 miles “out of port.” The idea behind the fundraiser stemmed from the fundraisers of decades past where recycling, saving, buying war bonds and the like were advertised as accomplishing something tangible, such as an extra plane, or an extra ship to the war effort. By encouraging people to bring in their jars of
loose change that may be sitting around and emptying them into the donation bucket, TAPS has been able to offset some of the costs associated with keeping the museum open year-round. HAMM is located in the Comox Centre Mall at the Blue Arch Entrance. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. — 4 p.m. For more information contact HAMM at 250-339-4322.
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School: ‘(The apology) never will be enough. It never will be.’ Standing off to the side at Continued from Page A1 the front of the healing ceremo“This is a stepping stone ny, Bishop Logan McMenamie, for better things. This is our representing the Anglican Diomoment,” explains Chief Robcese of B.C., is flanked by two ert Joseph, who attended St. of his peers. He listens as PauMichael’s. “This is a historic line Alfred, a former residenmoment. The building is a tial school student, recites the blight against this land — a Lord’s Prayer in her blight against our native tongue, and consciousness.” again in English. He recalls standOn my last “Eight times we ing on the very steps day at the school, prayed in the school. that now rest at the foot of the building I packed my mea- And nothing good ever came out of it in a pile of rubble, gre belongings for us. We could pray remembering chiland it hit me — I all we want, but we dren’s hands being still starved, we still taken away from had no sense of died of loneliness,” families. she explains. More than 150,000 value or no sense McMenamie says First Nation, Inuit of purpose; I had he sees the courand Métis children nowhere to go. age and fortitude of were removed from their homes and Chief Robert Joseph those around him, adding he presents communities and forced to attend schools like St. his heart to the survivors, which is heavy and dark. Michael’s across Canada. The “I am so sorry we were part Indian Residential School Setof that system. We failed you. tlement Agreement identified We failed ourselves. We failed 139 residential schools across the Creator.” the country, with the last Inside the adjacent U’Mista school closing in 1996 — GorCultural Centre, former studon’s School in Punnichy, dent Betty Baker examines Sask. a display of photographs St. Michael’s Resiher friend took from dential School was a camera her father operated by the gave to her. She Anglican Church, points to an image from 1929 to of her teenage self 1975. It was the surrounded by largest school friends and smiles. under Anglican She suffered administration. Joseph says from tuberculosis it’s hard for for three-and-apeople to comhalf years while at prehend that St. Michael’s, and individuals recalls the princould treat cipal was “a very other people harsh man who the way they wanted to abuse treated chilme to get me out dren at the of there.” school. Her siblings “On my attended the last day at school too, but the school, she says she I packed doesn’t blame my meagre the church for belongings its role in the and it hit me residential school — I had no system. sense of value “I blame the or no sense of government. purpose; I had The government nowhere to wanted to intego.” grate us so they He notes segregated us, with the symthey segregated bolic gesture us from our famof survivors ily. They segretossing stones gated us from our at the school, community and our it’s time to move extended families.” forward and time to heal. Baker’s brother Bob adds it “We ought to learn from this was difficult for him to look at experience; all Canadians have McMenamie while he addressed to learn to love each other, hold the crowd. each other and care for each “(The apology) never will be other. I know we can do it.” enough. It never will be.” photos@comoxvalleyrecord.com •••
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Top right - Betty Baker looks through a photo album containing pictures of her time at the school; above, the banner holding the apology from the Anglican Church of Canada was recently mounted onto the side of the school; lower left, an excavator begins the demolition of the school during the reconciliation ceremony; upper left, eerie graffiti on the outer wall of the school.
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On Wednesday, February 25th, 2015 be sure to wear your Pink Shirt Day t-shirt and say ENOUGH to bullying! This special day takes place in schools, workplaces, and neighbourhoods across the nation, and features individuals like you bringing awareness to the cause. The goal of the Pink
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Challenge your friends and Cyberbullying co-workers to Cyberbullying involves the use of communication technologies such as the Internet, social networkcommit to a bully- ing sites, websites, email, text messaging and messaging to repeatedly intimidate or free lifestyle and instant harass others. wear pink on Cyberbullying includes: • Sending mean or threatening emails Wednesday, or text/instant messages. • Posting embarrassing photos of someone Feb 25
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Bullying happens when there is an imbalance of power; where someone purposely and repeatedly says or does hurtful things to someone else. Bullying can occur one on one or in a group(s) of people. There are many different forms of bullying: ◼ Physical bullying (using your body or objects to cause harm): includes hitting, punching, kicking, spitting or breaking someone else’s belongings. ◼ Verbal bullying (using words to hurt someone): includes name calling, put-downs, threats and teasing. ◼ Social bullying (using your friends and relationships to hurt someone): includes spreading rumours, gossiping, excluding others from a group or making others look foolish or unintelligent. This form of bullying is most common among girls (Canadian Children’s Rights Council).
online. • Creating a website to make fun of others. • Pretending to be someone by using their name. • Tricking someone into revealing personal or embarrassing information and sending it to others. Cyberbullying affects victims in different ways than traditional bullying. It can follow a victim everywhere 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, from school, to the mall and all the way into the comfort of their home - usually safe from traditional forms of bullying.
Impacts
Over time, youth who are bullied or bully others find their own ways of dealing with it. While some victims/bullies may become depressed and begin to withdraw socially, others react aggressively and turn to violence. Dangers for Children and Adolescents Who Are Bullied: • Depression • Social anxiety, loneliness, isolation • Stress related health problems (e.g., headaches, stomach aches) • Low self esteem • School absenteeism and academic problems • Aggressive behaviours • Contemplating, attempting, or committing suicide Dangers for Children and Adolescents Who Bully Others: • Not knowing the difference between right and wrong • Delinquency and substance use • Academic problems and increased school dropout rate • Aggression • Sexual harassment and dating aggression • Gang involvement and criminal adulthood • Difficulties in their relationships with others • Being bullied at the hands of others
Bullying and the Law Bullying can be a traumatic experience, and some forms of bullying can even be considered illegal. These include: • Threats - whether done face to face, online, over the phone or through text messaging. • Assaults - including pushing, tripping, slapping, hitting or spitting. • Theft of personal items - like a backpack, books, electronic devices, etc. • Harassment - repeated tormenting online, with texts, phone calls and/or emails. • Sexual Exploitation - sharing videos or photos with nudity of people under 18.
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• Hate crime - bullying based on ethnicity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, etc. For all of these criminal offences, it is important to notify your local police detachment or report it to CYBERTIP.CA. Based on the available information, police will decide if an investigation is warranted and whether charges may be laid.
What You Can Do Youth If you are a victim of bullying • Walk away or leave the online conversation. • Keep track of the bullying (write it down and/or save a screenshot of the online message). • Tell a trusted adult. If you don’t trust anyone or need to speak with someone urgently, contact the confidential and toll-free Kids Help Phone. • Report the bullying to school administrators. • Report criminal offences, such as threats, assaults and sexual exploitation to the local police detachment. • Report unwanted text messages to your telephone service provider. • Report online bullying to the social media site and block the person responsible. • Facebook • YouTube - Safety Centre • Twitter • Instagram – block a user or report something • Tumblr – how to “ignore” (block) someone If you know someone who is being bullied... Most types of bullying go on as long as someone is watching and laughing. As a bystander, know that you have the power to stop the bullying. 60% of the time, bullying stops in less than 10 seconds when someone steps in (Kids Help Phone). • If you feel it’s safe to do so, tell the bully to stop. • Find friends/students/youth or an adult who can help stop it. • Befriend the person being bullied and lead
them away from the situation. • Report it to a teacher or school staff. • Fill out an anonymous letter and drop it off to a teacher or any adult you trust. Adults If you know or think that a child is a victim of bullying... • Talk to them - Let them know that they can trust you and that they shouldn’t deal with bullying alone. • Help them: • document the bullying; • report unwanted text messages to their tele phone service provider, or cyberbullying to social media sites; • report the bullying to school administrators; and • report criminal offences, such as threats, as saults, harassment and sexual exploitation to the local police detachment.
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