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On June 6, 1965, 50 ban-the-bomb activists attempted to enter the airbase at Comox, for the expressed purpose of dismantling the military apparatus and beginning a process of converting it to peaceful purposes. When stopped, they sat down and “blocked the road to war” for 24 hours. The sit-down in June 1965 was the culmination of a summer-long series of actions called Comox Project ’65. To mark the 50th anniversary of this historical anti-nuclear campaign, a reunion and weekend of activities and discussions is being planned for Aug. 28, 29 and 30, 2015, to be held in Roberts Creek, on the Sunshine Coast. Organizers of the gathering have so far contacted 20 former participants, and are searching for more. It is believed that hundreds, overall, played some role in the activities that summer. Anyone interested in attending this reunion should contact Peter Light at 604–886–8527, or write him at peter_light2001@yahoo.ca

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The City of Courtenay has appointed a new director of financial services. Brian Parschauer, BA, CPA, CMA, is currently the assistant director of finance for the City of Prince Albert, Sask. He will be joining the City of Courtenay on July 13. Parschauer has extensive management history within local government, the last 19 years at Prince Albert. He was selected based on his years of financial management experience along with his customer service and people-oriented management skills. Previous DFS, Tillie Manthey retired recently after over 22 years with the City of Courtenay. –City of Courtenay

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The Courtenay and District Fish & Game Protective Association’s Fishing Forever Program hosted more than 200 participants from care facilities, seniors groups and associations that support people with disabilities. They fish from a wheelchair-accessible float. A small pond was stocked with about 1,900 rainbow trout. Collectively, volunteers will have invested more than 480 hours by the time the program ends Thursday. Photo by Scott Stanfield

Local elder reflects on TRC report ■ Erin Haluschak erin.haluschak @comoxvalleyrecord.com

A tool for education is what Comox Valley elder and residential school survivor Evelyn Voyageur would like to see with the findings from the conclusion and report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. “I’m hoping yes, we can use (the report and findings) to educate people, especially the ones who haven’t heard about (residential schools), but it’s not complete. There needs to be more.” The former nurse and regional director who worked with residential school students says while racism continues to “be good and alive” for First Nations people across Canada, she hopes the recent closing events of the TRC and report will aid in teaching, but explains more needs to be done. Voyageur was nine years old and living on Gilford Island when she was taken away from her family and forced to attend St. Michael’s Resi-

dential School in Alert Bay. Last week, the TRC used the term ‘cultural genocide’ for what happened to the 150,000 First Nation, Inuit and Métis children and their families. The Indian Residential School Settlement Agreement identified 139 residential school across the country, with the last school closing in 1996 — Gordon’s School in Punnichy, SK. Justice Murray Sinclair - chair of the TRC - made 94 recommendations or calls to action for change. “Some people are very interested and very hopeful to be a part of the healing,” says Voyageur. “I’ve heard some non-natives say we need some healing too, we need to walk with you.” Some of the recommendations include calling upon the government to adopt a United Nations declaration that would lead to aboriginal self-government and self-determination and a Royal Proclamation which would make Aboriginal Peoples full partners in Confederation; a statutory holiday be established and a call on the Pope to issue an apology to residential school survivors for the Catholic Church’s role in the abuse.

Although she hopes the report will help in healing, she questions how the commission went about collecting stories and interviewing individuals. “There are so many, many stories that are untold. How did they go about selecting people?” Voyageur acknowledges the recommendations, but notes the only way to fully understand the pain from the trauma experienced is to listen and teach both former students and the next generation. “We need to bring (their stories) into schools and teach (aboriginal students) how to cope with anger. Then there will be less violent people. God made us and God made me we’re made in His image. He’s a good person. People become bad; those who become the murderers and the thieves are all from what happened to them - their trauma and experiences.” She hopes schools, educators and other institutions offer constructive skills of relationship building and learning how to care for one another. “I saw it in our culture before we got so westernized. It’s missing now we don’t care enough. I hope we can T:8.5" bring back our culture. We have to.”

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Michael McLellan wore his heart on his sleeve as he spoke about his late friend Brad at the recent Inclusion BC conference in Vancouver. The 36-year-old Courtenay resident was part of a panel presentation dubbed: A roadmap for when you lose someone you love. McLellan and fellow members of a co-operative non-profit called ESATTA (Empowering Self Advocates To Take Action) had each lost a loved one, mostly within the past year. The five panelists discussed grief as well as coping strategies that helped them through the most trying times. “Grief is really a tough discussion. It’s taken me a lot to say what I need to say in grief,” said McLellan, a visually impaired individual with a “diversability.” Last year, his best friend Brad died unexpectedly at age 44. He too was visually impaired. “The situation with me was sudden. I wasn’t ready for it. It wasn’t something I could deal with,”

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A devastating fire ravaged a 200foot barn at the Evansdale Dairy Farm Sunday off Headquarters Road, collapsing the building within minutes with livestock inside. Around 4 p.m., a large black plume of smoke could be seen throughout the Comox Valley just north of Courtenay. Courtenay Fire Department Deputy Fire Chief Kurt MacDonald said both Courtenay and Oyster River fire departments responded to the blaze at the farm - which did not have access

caught fire. Witnesses said they saw cows running in a nearby field. “There’s a group of them running in the back field, and there was one of them that was burnt,” Lynnae Paisley told CTV Vancouver Island. “(The barn) went super fast. We were down at the beginning of Headquarters and it was smoking a little bit and then we pulled over and we were about to call 9-1-1 and it was full flames - not even within two minutes. And by the time (firefighters) got here, it was gone.” Comox Valley RCMP confirm several head of livestock were destroyed. They add the preliminary investigation found the fire is not suspicious in nature.

Concert Series a big part of Homecoming Week The Courtenay Centennial celebrations kick into high gear next week, with the Homecoming Week Concert Series at Simms Millennium Park - featuring the best there was, the best there is, and possibly even the best there ever will be in the Comox Valley. It all starts Friday, June 26, with a triple-bill of Valley up-and-comers, as Keisja Cox, the Joey Clarkson Band and Des Larson Band take the stage. That concert runs from 7-9:30 p.m. The concert series takes a break on Saturday, to make room for the Tailgate Party at the Comox Valley Sports Centre, then resumes Sunday, June 28 with the Battle of the Bands. This annual competition, now in its 11th year, is an opportunity for local musicians 19 years and younger to compete for a recording contract. The competition runs from 5-10 p.m. on Sunday. For more info, email bmorissette@shaw.ca or call Fuzz at 250-792-2063. The concert series switches to jazz for its Monday bill, as Ralph Barrat and the Sharp Seven along with special guests take to the

RCMP REPORT Come one come all to the first Seniors Boot Camp being held at the Berwick seniors centre from Oct. 6-8. This will not be a physical course but more information sessions on a variety of subjects wanted and needed by seniors. There will be a requirement for signing up for this camp and there will be limited space so keep your eyes peeled for future information advertisements.

Missing hiker found

On June 14 police were called about a missing hiker in the Mount Ginger area while on a hike with other hikers. The Comox Valley ground search and rescue was called. The

stage for Jazz Under the Stars, from 7-9:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 30 has been dubbed The Originals, featuring nothing but homegrown original music from four sources: • Gord Carter; • Comox and Friends – one of the hottest Island bands of the 1970s, featuring none other than Edwin Grieve; • The Todd Butler Band, and; • Sue Medley’s Back Road Band. Showtime for The Originals is 7-9:30 p.m. The concert series will take another one-day break, for all the usual festivities surrounding Canada Day, before resuming July 2 with an all-star cast for The Champagne Jam. Doug Cox, Sam Hurry, Barry Polichek and Rob Flannery host a jam session with some of the greatest musicians in the Valley. It’s no secret that the Comox Valley has some of the best musicians in the country. Many of them are coming together throughout Homecoming Week to make the Courtenay Centennial celebrations that much more special. Bring a blanket and a picnic and make an evening out of it. Pick your evening and enjoy. missing hiker was located two hours after the initial call and was reported to have a broken wrist.

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Blanket Exercise a step towards reconciliation Carol Sheehan

tribute to major issues such as the 1,200 missing and murdered Aboriginal women and girls in Canada.” The Blanket Exercise is sponsored by the Outreach Team of the Walking With Our Sisters K’ómoks Organizing Committee and hosted by the Aborig-

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Harley and Sue Eagle, a husband and wife team who have worked together for the last 18 years to address issues that face Indigenous Peoples, are facilitating “The Blanket Exercise” on Monday, June 22 from 6–9 p.m. in the Lodge Room of the Lower Native Sons Hall, 360 Cliffe Ave., Courtenay. Refreshments will be served at 5 p.m. The public is invited to attend this free event. The Eagles’ long careers have been centered around advocacy, social justice issues, and restorative and transformative justice. They have worked tirelessly toward inter-cultural relationship-building between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. The Eagles have focused on education as a means to establishing and maintaining mutually respectful, authentic relationships through awareness of the past. They believe education about issues impacting historical interactions between Indigenous Peoples

inal Child and Youth Mental Health Outreach Team. There is no fee for The Blanket Exercise and all are welcome. Register online at K a r l y. O l i v e r @ g o v. bc.ca or for more information contact meredith.martin@gov. bc.ca or call 250-8981059.

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and those of the dominant culture serves as a catalyst for changing behaviours that have become generational. “Education is the first step,” acknowledged Justice Murray Sinclair, chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. It is the response he gives to all people who have asked, “How can I help—what can I do?” Using a simple symbolic gesture of stepping onto a blanket, Harley and Sue Eagle’s interactive workshop engages the

heart and the mind as it begins an educational exercise to transform attitudes that have become generationally embedded. In the Blanket Exercise, participants step onto blankets that represent what many First Nations peoples called “Turtle Island” — North America — and take on the roles of First Peoples and Euro-American colonizers. They experience a deeper understanding of the history of colonization of the lands now called Canada and the impact of that

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ustice Minister Peter MacKay introduced a bill in the House of Commons this week that would, among other things, command tougher penalties for drunk drivers who kill people, including a mandatory minimum sentence of six years in prison. The current minimum sentence is a $1,000 fine. Almost immediately, the cynics were calling out the timing of MacKay’s Dangerous and Impaired Driving Act, insisting that this is nothing more than an election PR move by the Progressive Conservatives. That’s hard to argue, considering the government’s summer break is scheduled to begin next week, and by the time it reconvenes, in September, the election will be less than four weeks away. There is zero chance of this bill being passed prior to the election, and the Tories will promise to prioritize this bill - this bill that THEY introduced - should they be re-elected. That said, in this instance, timing doesn’t matter. All that matters is that it is time for Canada to get tough on drunk driving. Not “tougher.” Just tough. A $1,000 minimum fine and no jail time for killing someone while committing a crime is ludicrous. And while the sentences for drunk driving causing death need to be increased, so too do the sentences for basic impaired driving. Sadly, our justice system is so lean on drunk drivers, the consequences for their actions do not outweigh their actions. Far too many people still refuse alternate transportation after an evening of drinking, because heaven forbid they should have to leave their car somewhere overnight. And as long as they don’t kill anyone on their way home, what’s the worst that can happen? Our government’s laws have no teeth when it comes to drunk driving. The bill introduced by MacKay goes a long way to changing that - not only for drunk driving causing death, but also for the basic act of impaired driving, as well as mandatory jail time (minimum 30 days) for drunk driving causing bodily harm (but not death). Yes, the timing is poor, and no, it won’t become law soon enough to prevent the next killing of an innocent victim at the hands of a drunk driver. But it is progress.

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When you grow up on the ocean, your favourite local beaches tend to change as your life does. As a kid, you likely prefer the sandy beaches, where you can build sky-high sand castles with deep moats, sand dollar windows, and wooden-stick soldiers. You can run into the water not having to worry about cutting open your feet on barnacled rock, and you can try to dig up and catch a geoduck – if you’re lucky. As a teenager, you might tend to gravitate to beaches where you’re away from the prying eyes of curious adults; where you can meet up with your friends from school, listen to music and hang out with a fire (and hopefully mingle responsibly). As an adult, I’m discovering that your favourite local beach can depend on a lot of things, like whether or not you have kids, want a fire or just want some peace and quiet. In the Comox Valley (and even just beyond), there are enough options for everyone. There’s the rocky Goose Spit and Seal Bay for dog walkers and beach strollers; there’s Airforce Beach and Kye Bay for the sand lovers and

It was nestled between cheerful campers on one end and picnic tables on the other. It was quiet, save for maybe the laughter of kids playing on the nearby playground. Across a stretch of green grass, cut neatly by a winding worn path, was the ocean, hugged by large rocks smattered with seaweed and aged driftwood. It wasn’t groomed with neatly lined log walls and feature rocks, nor was it graced with a kilometre of soft sand, but it was still beautiful in its own right. More importantly, it was peaceful. It was a place where we could just sit on a log and chat quietly, staring out towards Powell River watching boats go by. We didn’t have to avoid piles of dog feces or pay money to park there, and we didn’t have to dodge traffic to get back to our Jeep. It was a nice change, and one I realized that I needed at this stage in my life. We all have our go-to beaches here in the Comox Valley, and I know my current love affair with Kin Beach could change when my next stage of life comes along (likely with children), and that’s okay. The bottom line is we’re lucky to live here and have so many favourite beaches – and swimming holes, plenty enough to carry us through all of the stages of our lives.

Katie Maximick is a freelance writer for the Comox Valley Record. Her Born and Raised column appears regularly.

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■ Katie Maximick

wakeboarders; there’s Point Holmes for parkers and seal watchers, and Comox Lake for boaters and dock jumpers; and that’s only naming some of our local beaches. For me, I’ve loved all of those places at one point as I’ve grown up in the Valley these past 30-something years, but lately I’ve even surprised myself with what’s become my go-to beach in the area. Normally I would gravitate to the Goose Spit because it’s the closest to my home and a great place to grab a coffee and a catch-up with a friend. Lately, however, it’s been a little too busy for me, buzzing with people with their own coffees and catch-ups, as well as the influx of stair climbers eager for a good workout (good for them though). So I started to make the drive out to Airforce Beach, excited by the idea of sandy stretches and a cold beer afterwards on the Griffin Pub’s patio – then I remembered they now charge admission for that sandiest stretch of beach in the Valley. Sorry, Airforce Beach, you shouldn’t be able to charge us to enjoy the sand. It’s business savvy, yes, but also cruel to those who maybe can’t afford your “parking pass.” One day, after refusing to pay at Airforce, my husband and I went for a drive looking for more options nearby, and that’s when I rediscovered Kin Beach, a place I hadn’t seen since my childhood.

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Art: Pearl Ellis Gallery in Comox presents:“WEST COAST RENDITIONS” a SHOW & SALE by CHARLOTTE DEPTFORD” June 2-21. Open Tuesday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 1- 4 p.m., Closed Monday. Free admission. Located at 1729 Comox Ave. FMI and to see a virtual gallery of the current show go to pearlellisgallery.com ALEX WALTON: The World According to Alex Walton at Studio B Gallery in Cumberland (2704 Dunsmuir Ave.). Presencing the Past: Comox Valley Arts and Red Tree Specialty Coffee in Tin Town are pleased to present Medwyn McConachy’s “Presencing the Past” from June 15 – July 14. Presencing the Past is a photo-image installation and storytelling from McConachy’s trip to the Yukon in 2014.

Theatre: GINGER GOODWIN - As part of the 30th annual Miners’ Memorial Weekend, Nanaimo’s professional theatre company TheatreOne will present a special staged reading of The Ginger Goodwin Story - a new play by Michael Stephen on Thursday, June 18 at 7 p.m. at the Cumberland United Church. $5 to $10 sliding scale admission. WEST SIDE STORY - July CYMC Musical Theatre presents “West Side Story” at Sid Williams Theatre Tuesday, July 14 to Saturday, July 18. 7:30 p.m. nightly and 2 p.m. matinée July 18. Tickets: $26 evenings, $24 matinée Sid Williams Ticket Centre, sidwilliamstheatre.com 250338-2430 ext. 1. Recommended for ages 7+. The iconic Jerome Robbins Broadway musical based on “Romeo and Juliet,” with some of the greatest music ever written for the stage, breathtaking dancing and a riveting story. This is one show you will NOT want to miss.

Calendar: Thursday, June 18 LUNCH AT THE LEGION - The Comox Legion Ladies Auxiliary is hosting a Homemade Soup and Sandwich Lunch from 11:30

a.m. to 1 p.m. Full lunch is $8; individual entrees are $3 each. Endless tea and coffee. Come and enjoy a homemade lunch and dessert with family and friends.

Friday, June 19 Annie Becker & Twin Peaks - The Waverley Hotel presents 2013 Vancouver Island Music Awards Vocalist of the year Annie Becker. $12 advance tickets available at Bop City, the Waverley Hotel, by phone 250-336-8322 or online at CumberlandVillageWorks.com JUNKTIQUE - The Summer Kiwanis Junktique runs from 6-8 p.m. in the Church Hall at St. Georges United Church on Fitzgerald in Courtenay. There will be lots of fresh stuff to look at and buy. Some fixed price collectibles. All the proceeds go straight back into the community so you help yourself and others by coming. SENIORS DANCE - Evergreen Friday Night Dance featuring the live music of the band Amigos. This band is always a fan favourite playing the songs you love at Courtenay Recreation’s Florence Filberg Centre downstairs in the Rotary Hall. This dance has bar service for its guests. Dancing is from 7:30-10:30 p.m. with our usual coffee and cookie break at 9 p.m. Evergreen members are $7 at the door and non-members are $9. FMI call the Filberg Office at 250-338-1000. SERENDIPITY AT THE ZO Serendipity Jazz are together again tonight at Zocalo’s. Come down and enjoy great food and refreshments while being entertained by an eclectic mix of music from 1920’s Ragtime (Scott Joplin), to 60’s hit “Whiter Shade of Pale” (made famous by Procol Harum). Look forward to seeing you!

Saturday, June 20 JUNKTIQUE - The Summer Kiwanis Junktique continues from 8-11 a.m. in the Church Hall at St. Georges United Church on Fitzgerald in Courtenay. ASCENT FOR ALZHEIMERS - Join Debbi Craid, Delores Broten and Don Malcolm for a fundriaisng evening at the Mex Pub. $20 gets you a burger and bevy. There will be silent auction items available, as well as a 50/50 draw and one of Don’s favourite bands, Flying Debris, will provide the entertainment.

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You’ve heard about birdhouses. How about squirrel condos? Traci Epps sent us this photo of a custom-built “home” for a regular visitor to their backyard. “Winston is a daily visitor in our backyard and he insisted that we build him a house (or condo) with two balconies,” said Traci. Looks like Winston has a new safe haven. Email “Your View” photo submissions – colour or B&W - to editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com. It may get published in an upcoming issue.

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More complaints regarding CVRD’s stance on Zuks

Dear editor, Response to Leigh Carter’s letter (CVRD responds to letter defending Zuks, June 11) Leigh Carter: You have some big holes in your fact or fiction. I don’t need to point them out. You already know what they are. You were very creative in your letter. The Zuks have admitted to doing things without a permit and at the end of the day it is not what they did that was wrong, it was how they did it. There is rip rap all along that foreshore, installed past and present. There are numerous staircases, including the huge ones installed by the CVRD at Goose Spit. Again, something you already know. The issue in the Zuks’ case is that it was done as you term unlawfully! They have since then tried to comply and reached lawful agreement in writing with the CVRD in December 2014. They have also met all the terms of their agreement. Costs by either party were never part of that agreement and now the CVRD is knowingly in breach of that agreement. This is unlawful! The CVRD is not above the law and should honour the terms. You can compose another letter full of holes at great cost to the taxpayer, painting the CVRD as victims, but fiction.

They are conducting themselves outside the law and that is wrong. The CVRD has a team of high-priced, out-of-town lawyers who know this and who are dragging out the process at the expense of all taxpayers. Having expensive lawyers at your disposal does not make you right, but it does make you a bully when you are working outside the law. Annalise Gill Courtenay

Anderson over-simplifies addictions assessment

I have read both Geri Bemister’s Addiction issues affect us all (June 2 column) and John Anderson, PhD’s response to that article in his letter to the editor published on June 9 (Addictions column fails to explain cause of condition). I take strong exception to Mr. Anderson’s simplistic assessment of what causes addiction in an individual. Two of my four sons have had issues with addiction. One has been clean for eight years and the other is still struggling with alcoholism. The other two sons have had no serious issues with addictions. All four boys were raised in the same home with the same parents, and for the most part, in the same community. If anything, I would say that we perhaps were too strict with our sons, although they deny this themselves. I asked all my sons if they felt our parenting style had affected their relationships with alcohol and drugs.

They all have assured me that their problems came from their own choices and that they felt they had a good upbringing. Mr. Anderson suggests that the root of the problem of addiction lies with poor parenting and that parents need to be trained to assist their children to have “self-control.” I say this in reply to that statement, most addicts that I have known during my 65 years of life (and I have known a few intimately) suffered from low self-esteem for various reasons, were very high achievers, functioned extremely well in every area of their lives, except the area of substance abuse. One man stated that his job was so high pressure (physician/surgeon) that a stiff drink of scotch in the evening was the only thing that helped him to relax. Another man told me that his insecurity having been raised in a catholic orphanage and not having ever known either mother or father caused him to “run away” from social hurts by going out to get drunk. His addiction crept up on him slowly. It started as social drinking, but when he realized he could feel euphoric from alcohol, whenever he got upset, he would seek comfort in the bottle. This man had achieved far above average in his lifetime and was very disciplined through the army and university education etc. In summary, Mr. Anderson’s argument just doesn’t wash with me. Marilyn Crosbie Courtenay

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Prep program is progress at work ■ Scott Stanfield scott.stanfield @comoxvalleyrecord.com

Monday afternoon is a boisterous time at Codes Country Lanes in Courtenay. A trio of teens — Jordan, Annaka and Sandra — collectively cheer nearly every time a bowling ball strikes the pins. To their left, Kevin, Kyle and Jacob are more subdued in their celebrations. But their smiles indicate they’re having just as much fun. The teenagers are participants in a community-based fitness program at Vanier Secondary for students with special needs, where they engage in a daily activity beyond the confines of the school. Bowling is their Monday activity. On Tuesdays, they hit the water at the Aquatic Centre. Wednesday is either pickleball or rock climbing at the wall in Cumberland. The group also enjoys squash, mini golf and walks at destinations such as Seal Bay Park. They also use the riverside fitness equipment by the Filberg Centre. “We have something different every day,” said Nancy Walowina, one of three educational assistants (EAs)

who run the program. “The kids absolutely love it. — an adapted life skills program for high-functioning They’re champing at the bit to go out every day.” students with special needs. Prep is designed to preAnnaka Code is among the eight participating stu- pare students for independent living when they reach dents. adulthood. “This is awesome,” said Annaka, 16. “I was going to “The kids that were in our PE classes, we noticed stay home today, and then I they often didn’t do what the realized, ‘Wait, it’s bowling’.” other kids were doing, especialThe kids that were in our PE Which happens to be her ly in team sports,” Walowina classes, we noticed they often didn’t favourite activity. said. “This way they participate Though only in Grade 11, do what the other kids were doing, in everything we do.” Annaka is already pondering especially in team sports. This way The program is in its first life after high school. Once she year. graduates, she hopes to take they participate in everything we “We thought if we had this the Early Childhood Educa- do. PLC that they would enjoy it a tion program at North Island Nancy Walowina lot more than going to the reguCollege. lar PE classes, and also perform “I really like kids,” she said. better in the classes afterwards. Sandra Zehner, 15, has been And they have. We’ve documentwalking about an hour to school since the program ed it.” began. Professional Learning Community is an SD71 pro“I used to always take the bus,” she said. “It gets us gram that affords colleagues a chance to collaborate out of the school. It’s a lot better than doing work.” to foster student growth and learning. The fitness proWalowina, Beth Bradley and Beth Perry developed gram developed because many Prep students struggled the program during PLC (Professional Learning Com- to meet the requirements of a regular PE program. munity) time. Perry says the small class size parlays into camaraParticipating students are in Vanier’s Prep Program derie, confidence and fitness.

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Comox Valley teams excel again in global critical thinking tournament Three teams from local high schools represented the Comox Valley at a world class tournament of critical and creative thinking. A team from Highland Secondary School featuring Delaney Dunne, Claire Fullerton, Willem Roelants and Paul Wernicke had to build the lightest structure possible that continued to support a heavy pressure board while removing parts of the structure. Their creative solution was one of the best and most creative in the international tournament, amazing appraisers and participants alike. When this solution was combined with their ability to solve a challenge they could not prepare for, this team finished fourth in the world at the secondary level, the highest result of any Canadian secondary school.

“I’m really proud of these students - they embody what we want from all our students,” said Dean Patterson, Highland Secondary’s principal. “They’re creative, quick thinking problem solvers who have represented our school, our province and our country with distinction this year.” Two other local teams joined the Highland team at the tournament. Both teams, from Isfeld Secondary, finished in the top 20, which is an impressive accomplishment in its own right, given the hundreds of teams they were competing against, worldwide. The team of Matthew Black, Nicole Cho, Amelia Helpard, Brendan Russell and Steven Yik had to present a team-created fairy tale about a character that faces

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versity of Tennessee. This year 1,468 teams participated representing 17 countries. In each of the past five years teams from the Comox Valley have earned the right to represent British Columbia at this tournament and have achieved enviable results that have gotten international attention. “To consistently achieve such positive results, demonstrates the quality of education and opportunity our students have,” said School District Superintendent Sherry Elwood. “Our students and their teachers should be very proud of themselves for their hard work and success.” Teams have already started planning and working towards solving next year’s challenges.

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Water Bash at Native Sons Hall to benefit Uganda

For 47 days last winter Comox Valley residents were under a boil water advisory. For those who bore the burden of the two minute rolling boil think of this: in rural Uganda, women and children walk several kilometres daily to fetch water that is often contaminated with waterborne diseases. There the boil water advisory is never lifted.

Over the past 20 years the Comox Valley has played a key role in improving the lives of Ugandans through the clean water charity, ACTS - Africa Community Technical Service. Dozens of volunteers have travelled to Uganda and or undertaken community fundraising projects. Because of this, thousands of Ugandans now have access to clean water.

On Friday, June 19 ACTS will be hosting a “Water Bash” at the Native Sons Hall to celebrate the work of Comox Valley supporters. This fundraising event will feature a live auction, appetizers from Kathryn Guenette and drinks from Roy’s Towne Pub, and a “Jerry Can Challenge” - a chance to experience what water collection is like for nine million Ugan-

dans. All of the proceeds from the event will support the cause of bringing clean water to more Ugandans. The auction will include such items as a one-day sailing trip on the Salish Sea, a weekend retreat at a waterfront cottage on Sproat Lake, and several paintings and pieces from local artists. Attendees will be able to hear firsthand

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Why shop locally? Why not? ■ Steve Roscoe YOUR HOME

It can be hard to shop locally. I get it. Morally, we all want to do the right thing; economically, we don’t want to spend more than we have to. Unfortunately, if there’s a stalemate between those two options, it’s usually the almighty dollar that wins. So if it’s not cheaper, then why do

some people still choose to shop locally? Well, according to our customers, there are a few good reasons. Recently a couple in their late eighties commented to me that they shop locally to support companies who contribute to Canada Pension — as pensioners, it just makes sense. Not to mention that the taxes from employment go directly back to our community in many ways. Buying “off shore” only supports someone else’s economy. Job creation is another big one; it creates cash flow in the local economy. Upstream and downstream jobs of any business multiply the cash generated

from every local sale. Next time you go out looking for new cabinets or lighting fixtures ask yourself, “How many people work here?” Shopping locally also comes with the benefit of a local presence for after-sales support. Being able to walk in the door and ask questions at any time about a product or service is a significant benefit for many. Because local providers live with you in the community, they have an additional incentive to treat you fairly and ensure you’re completely satisfied. Finally, you get to be hometown proud! Simply put, it’s cool to be

able to say “this was just made down the road.” Pride in your community is something we should all try to foster – support the people around you so that they can support you! So in answer to the question “Why pay more?” I say: “Because we’re worth it.” Price is what you pay, but value is what you get. What’s your community worth? Steve Roscoe is the owner of Woodland Flooring: handcrafted flooring sustainably harvested from B.C. woods. He can be reached at 250-890-0402 or www.woodlandflooring.com.

COMOX VALLEY

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Home and Garden Tour supports the Cumberland Forest

Have you ever wanted to peek into the homes and gardens of some of Cumberland’s classic homes? Curious about what lies beyond the hedges and the fences? Well on Saturday June 27th you get to find out first hand! The Cumberland Community Forest Society is hosting the 2015 Cumberland Home and Garden Tour and it is filled with delightful surprises. Featuring 12 homes, gardens and built spaces, the upcoming Tour is a real reflection of the eclectic and creative spirit of the Village. From classic heritage homes to unique new designs and from cool stone work to back yard fire pits and beautiful waterworks, the tour offers the opportunity see the inspiration and innovation that goes into the homes and gardens of our community. Diverse architecture from across Cumberland’s 130 years as well as food gardens, heritage trees, ponds, paths, studios, trellises, fruit and berries, patios and decks are all featured in this diverse and engaging self guided tour. The Cumberland Home and Garden Tour will also include some cool extras! Many of the host properties are featuring guests artists and you can discover the paintings, sculptures, designs and creations of many talented Comox Valley residents. Refreshments and other treats will also appear along the way, presented by volunteer forest fairies who will

The 8O’s called and they want their baseboard heaters back!

keep the whole event flowing smoothly. The Tour is a direct fundraiser for the Cumberland Forest Project and is generously sponsored by First Credit Union and Insurance. Advance tickets for the tour are on sale now through Delphine Flowers and Garden in Cumberland, Rattan Plus Home and Patio in Courtenay or at First Credit Union locations across the Valley. Or you can find them quick and easy and online through www.cumberlandforest. com. Tickets are $25 and are redeemed for a souvenir passport at Village Square in Cumberland on June 27th! M a r k the date and make plans with friends and family for a day long exploration of homes and gardens in the Village. Expect the unexpected. Maybe it will inspire you to join in for 2016! To find out more about the Cumberland Forest or the Home and Garden Tour or to get involved as a donor or volunteer visit www.cumberlandforest. com or email info@cumberlandforest. com.

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Upcycling: turning trash into treasure ■ Kerry Vital

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3 bdm, 3 bath home on peaceful acreage. Sitting room has a custom-built library with bay window that is the perfect place to curl up with a good book. Basement has In-law potential, with a private entrance, 1 bdm, 3-pc bath, and living space with water and drain readily available. Open dining concept with gas fireplace. Hardwood floor on main level. New modern Energy Star rated windows throughout house installed in 2014. Great walking trails from home. Great privacy on large lot. Fully fenced yard with custom cedar fence. 16’x20’ custom stamped concrete patio. Sprinkler system in front and back yard. Outdoor fire pit, garden, green house, trees and fruit trees. A spacious powered 25x33ft workshop with 9ft ceilings. RV Parking.

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turned into garden swings, into bed frames and into beautiful coffee tables!” Other creative projects include turning old clothing into pillows (or a dog bed for man or woman’s best friends perhaps?), making jars into lanterns or candleholders or updating an old mirror with a new frame or paint. “That bulky old television cabinet turns into a kid’s play kitchen,” suggests Bosma. “The inherited grandfather clock you don’t like but want to keep becomes a stylish shelf.” If craft projects fill your heart with dread or conjure up some bad memories of school projects, you don’t need to worry. Upcyling doesn’t need to be complicated and it doesn’t have to require unlimited creativity. “Use the Internet

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series that shows you items that can be found inexpensively or even for free on our websites and then offers several upcycling options for that item.” Pintrest and Facebook are also a great source for upcycling ideas. “Choose good quality items to upcycle,” says Bosma. “The item itself may be ugly, but what’s important is the quality of the material. An upcycle can be as simple as a lick of paint and new handles or as complicated as your imagination allows.” Upcycled items are more than just unique; they’re also much kinder to the environment. “Why throw it away when it can be reused and given a new lease on life?” says Bosma. “If you love unique pieces of furniture then upcycling is the way to go, plus you get to add your own flair if it’s a do-it-yourself project. And best of all, if you’re like me and you love to bag a bargain, upcycling your own items is much cheaper than buying new.” Suddenly spending weekends scouring garage sales sounds much more appealing! You never know what treasures you’ll find or what will inspire your next project.

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331-3666 Royal Vista Way | Luxury Condo

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David Vest, king of boogie-woogie

Robert Moyes Special to The Record

One of the most valuable attributes a musician can have is authenticity, and boogie-woogie pianist David Vest has that in spades. He grew up in Birmingham, Alabama where he absorbed all the juicy Southern-fried music that any boy with thirsty ears could desire. A keyboard natural, Vest had his first paying gig in 1957 – at age 14 – and never looked back. Soon a regular on the honky-tonk and roadhouse circuits, he saw icons like Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis and John Lee Hooker in their prime, and played nightly with some guys who later became core members of the house band at the legendary Muscle Shoals Sound Studio. By the time he was 21, he had opened for Roy Orbison and toured for a bit with renowned blues shouter Big Joe Turner, whose Shake, Rattle and Roll is a cornerstone of early rock. In short, the man embodies a big slice of American musical history. And when Vest makes his debut at the Vancouver Island MusicFest in a few weeks, he’ll bring over a half-century of road-tested boogie-woogie blues and old-school rock to the stage. Vest is a superlative entertainer: aside from his phenomenal piano skills and handsome growl of a voice, he is an effortlessly funny raconteur with an endless supply of stories about playing with Bo Diddley or writing songs for Tammy Wynette. Offstage, sitting for an interview, he is the same gracious and well-spoken storyteller, his anecdotes warmed up by a Southern accent and ready laugh. “I decided to move to Canada the day George Bush won his second presidency,” declares Vest, who has been contentedly ensconced in Victoria for the last decade. “Coming up here has opened my eyes, especially the number of great players that are around. And there’s more open-mindedness – there’s not as much commentary from the ‘genre police.’”

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Fans will have four chances to see David Vest at MusicFest. festival I know of,” says Vest, who’s pretty eclectic himself. Notwithstanding his standard redneck repertoire, Vest is a versatile and inquisitive musician who sometimes does entire shows dedicated to the music of bebop founder Thelonious Monk. That made him a natural to be slotted into the From Memphis to Monk afternoon session, which also features bluegrass superstars like John Jorgenson and Herb Pedersen, versatile guitar ace Amos Garrett, and funky R&B sax star Pee Wee Ellis (most famous for his several years with Van Morrison). “The idea is to show the connection between roots music like blues and gospel and the tunes of Monk,” he says. “Most people don’t know that Monk left home as a teenager and went on the road for two years with a gospel group. He performed classic gospel songs that a lot of blues and country musicians learn to play.”

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and is also a prolific composer. The full breadth of his talents will be demonstrated during the four separate performances he’ll give during the run of MusicFest, ranging from an In Concert show on the big Concert Bowl stage to participation in the deliciously grim Oh Death workshop in The Barn. Although it’s always a blast to hear Vest play solo, he’ll be letting rip with a great band for MusicFest. His killer frontline includes guitarists Tim Williams and Chicago-born Peter Dammann, while the rhythm section comprises two of Victoria’s best musicians: bassist Joey Smith and drummer Damian Graham. “These are all great players,” says Vest proudly. And when he’s not wowing the crowds himself, who is Vest going to be checking out? “Maddy Prior for sure, and I love Mary Flower,” he says. “David Essig is a brilliant guitarist, and I want to hear the Mali blues of Bassekou Kouyate and Ngoni Ba.” But the musician he’s keenest about above all is Ostwelve, a young aboriginal multimedia artist from Vancouver who is most famous for performing hip-hop. “The guy is doing incredible things!” Robert Moyes is a Victoria-based arts journalist with a particular interest in music

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People’s Choice opens at Pearl Ellis The Pearl Ellis Gallery will kick off its 37th summer show season with its 10th Members’ People’s Choice show and sale. This four-week exhibition will run from Tuesday June 23, to Sunday, July 19. There will be a reception held Tuesday, June 23 from 7 – 9 p.m., which will be a great opportunity to meet the artists in the show, view the fabulous art and cast your vote. At this show the public, as well as the members, will be encouraged to fill out a ballot selecting their favourite piece of artwork in the exhibit. The voting will go on throughout the first part of

the show and the ballots will be tabulated on Saturday, July 4 at 4 p.m. The winners will be posted at the gallery and on our website. The winning artist will receive a $100 gift certificate from Whyte’s Framing and a plaque. There will also be a draw made from all the ballots. The winner receives a gift certificate for 20 per cent off on a piece of art that they purchase at the gallery during 2015. Visitors can expect to see quality pieces of work by over 50 local artists, both new and established. Members receive a 10 per cent discount on purchases of art during the “opening reception” or “meet and greet” of each new show. New memberships are always available for $20. The gallery will be open to the public every day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sundays 1 – 4 p.m. but will be closed Mondays. The gallery will be closed Wednesday, July 1 to celebrate Canada Day.

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Threads of Change recognized at recent drama festival T h e a t r e Wo r k s ’ latest production, Threads of Change, travelled to Port Alberni for the North Island Zone Drama Festival last month. Much to the delight of the 27 cast members and five crew, Threads of Change walked away with the honour of Best Production runner-up, placing after Nanaimo’s Bus Stop which swept most of the main categories. There were a total of seven plays entered from all over the North Island. Kymme Patrick, the artistic director of TheatreWorks and author of the script, was also honoured with receiving the Donna Lamb award, recognizing significant contributions to

community theatre. Patrick wrote the play to challenge and showcase some of the young women who have been working with her and taking classes for years. Set in 1911 New York, the story revolves around

immigrant female workers who fought and struck for better working conditions in the garment industry. TheatreWorks also received various Certificates of Merit. Sharon Pridham was recognized for her musical direction,

Patrick for best original script and the whole crew and cast for backstage organization. And to top off the awards gala evening, two young performers, Madalyn Rissling and Justin Robertson, were recognized

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out her life. Jake’s active participation has inspired a group of Glacier Grannies who have been meeting weekly for two years to create an array of felted products and art work that will appeal to all ages and budgets. The public is invited to view an exhibition of felted wall hangings and whimsical animals until the end of June at Blue Moon Winery. The winery at 4905 Darcy Road, Courtenay is open from noon to 5 p.m. every Friday, Saturday and Sunday in June. Meet the artists, enjoy wine tasting, appetizers, and felting demonstration on Sunday, June 21 from 1-4 p.m. All proceeds from the sale of the art support the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign of the Stephen Lewis Foundation.

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Isfeld student wins national essay contest for piece on Franklin Expedition Haley Richardson, a Grade 12 student at Mark R. Isfeld Secondary School, has won the grand Prize in the Grade 9-12 category of the A&E Lives That Make a Difference Essay Contest. Richardson’s essay on the Franklin Expedition was chosen from thousands of submissions received this year for the nationwide contest. As a grand prize winner, Richardson will receive $3,000 and her teacher, Shawn Holland, will receive $1,000 for use in his classroom. Richardson’s essay focuses on the excitement and significance of find-

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ing a lost piece of Canada’s history. She described the role Inuit legends played in its success, describing how “it showed that the aboriginal mythology was more than just stories, but as much a part of our history as anything else. “Franklin’s Expedition has made all Canadians, aboriginal and non-aboriginal alike, realize that we are more than just explorers. We are storytellers and fable-makers, and that our history—and by extension our culture—is a mosaic, rather than a photograph.” “The Franklin Expedition was a

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huge international success story for Canada,” said Dr. Libby O’Connell, senior vice-president, A&E. “Haley’s essay captures both the excitement of the nation, and the significance of the discovery. Her eloquent writing and unique perspective made her essay stand out amongst her peers.” ••• Editor’s note: Due to space constraints, we could not publish the essay, but we have posted it online. To read Haley’s essay, go to bit.ly/1KBjiEB

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Sam Blaser Trio in Cumberland Jazz fans are in for a treat at Studio Live in Cumberland on Wednesday, June 24 when The Samuel Blaser Trio with guest Francois Houle hits the stage. Hailing from Switzerland, Samuel Blaser is a rapidly rising star on the European and international jazz scene. He is an accomplished trombonist/composer who surrounds himself with great players and whose music is engaging, passionate and accessible. Accompanying Blaser for this performance is the iconic French pianist Benoit Delbecq. The New York Times’

Nate Chinen calls him “a brilliant and unconventional French pianist”. New York drummer/composer Gerry Hemingway is well known in jazz circles for his work with Anthony Braxton, reeds and later as drummer with the group Bass/Drum/ Bone with trombonist Ray Anderson and bassist Mark Helias among a host of the who’s who in jazz. Joining them for the gig is Vancouver’s Francois Houle, clarinetist/composer par excellence. Houle leads his own group and collaborates with top musicians world wide. This Swiss/French/Ameri-

can/Canadian quartet of composer/improvisers, appearing under the moniker Fourth Landscape, dig deeply into extended technique, engaged and uncompromising free jazz, and ambient abstraction with the poise and intensity of forward thinking masters. Advance tickets for the Wednesday, June 24 show at Studio Live in Cumberland are $20 at Bop City Records, Courtenay, Blue Heron Books, Comox and Rider’s Pizza Cumberland. Tickets at the door are $25. Studio Live is located at 2679 Beaufort Ave. and First Ave., Cumberland. Showtime is 8 p.m.

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Foodshed. There’s a reason one of her stories in What Can’t Be Undone is set in Miracle Beach: Hobsbawn-Smith is intimately familiar with the Comox Valley. She grew up here. “While my Air Force dad was stationed at Comox, and I attended Lake Trail Junior

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Radiant sunshine and eager runners welcomed the return of the Country Roads Marathon on June 14. The rural romp was held from 2000 to 2004 before going on hiatus. “It was the first one in 11 years,” confirmed race director Steven Royer, who was pleased with the way things went on Sunday. The event featured outand-back courses from the Vanier Track for marathon, half marathon and four-person team relay. The marathon, which was a Boston qualifier, was won by Mike Bridges of Merville in 3:06.43. Derek Vinge of Courtenay took top spot in the half marathon in 1:24.10. The Lazo Road Crew of Comox won the relay in 3:35.39. Complete results are at countryroadsmarathon.com Royer and his wife Liz decided to revive the race after a running acquaintance took his life one week before they were married. “That kind of woke us up a little bit,” Royer recalls. “After we were married (on the Comox Glacier) I

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What really matters to you? Runners set their watches at the start of the marathon on Sunday. Mike Bridges of Merville was first PHOTO BY EARLE COUPER across the finish line in a time of 3:06.43. said, ‘Hey, Liz, who not bring the Country Roads Marathon back and raise money for suicide awareness?’ And that’s how it started. That was the whole purpose of the race (Sunday).” Royer said funds were still coming in several days after the race, with a final figure expected to be available next week. All funds raised will support the Vancouver Island Crisis Society suicide prevention programs. Quality Field There was a respectable turnout of participants for the race’s return. But what the field lacked in quantity it made up for in quality – “Dr. Janet Green ran her 322nd marathon,” Royer noted. “She won a pair of shoes for first female in the marathon. Mike also won a

pair of shoes from Extreme Runners as first male in the marathon, so he was happy. And he won free entry for next year.” With three relay teams, 47 half marathoners, 13 marathoners and four walkers this year, Royer said the good news is they have vowed to be back next year. “The people were all really, really happy and said they’d be telling their friends about it. So now we have a good base.” Royer says he is committed to being race director for at least five years, and adds the event will definitely be held again in 2016. Gary Egli organized the Country Roads Marathon for its first five years, and he was on hand Sunday to blast the starting horn when the mar-

athoners took off at 7 a.m. precisely. Why the early start? Royer said safety is the main reason, as it is cooler at that time of day and there is less traffic on the roads. The walkers enjoyed a 6 a.m. start. But beating all the participants out of bed were the organizers and volunteers, some of whom were at the track at 2:45 a.m. “It was our first year and we wanted to make sure everything went smoothly for everybody,” Royer said. “Overall, I was very, very happy and ecstatic … I saw a lot of happy faces at the end. And that’s what it’s all about it,” said Royer, adding he was also glad to see families and well-wishers turn out to cheer the runners on.

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Cam Levins was a runaway winner of the men’s 5,000m high performance run Sunday, June 14 at the Portland Track Festival. The Nike Oregon Project athlete, from Merville, won in 13:20.68, almost 10 full seconds ahead of runner-up David Torrence (13:30.35). The race was held at Lewis

and Clark College. Levins was one of the Nike Oregon Project athletes to face reporters’ questions about allegations of doping and unethical training leveled against the Oregon Project and coach Alberto Salazar and runner Galen Rupp by former team members. None of the allegations have referenced Levins. “It’s hard for me to address them specifically just because I’ve only been

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“I’ve never been pushed in anything considered a grey area that a lot of people have sort of implied. I trust them,” Levins said. “They have never given me any reason not to. I know Alberto and Galen are doing whatever they can to dispute these allegations and prove them wrong. I trust them to do that,” Levins told reporters. Levins is preparing for the Pan-Am Games which run July 10-26 in Toronto.

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Big award for fish and game club individual, however the 2015 award goes to the CDFGPA in recognition of their sustained and broadly based conservation work in restoring fish and wildlife populations in the Comox Valley, Vancouver Island and on the Coastal Mainland. The conservation committee of the club has been especially active implementing and creatively carrying out challenging conservation projects that have made a difference. For several decades the club played a leadership role in transplanting herds of Roosevelt Elk on Vancouver Island and the Mainland. Another challenging conservation project they did for many years was to capture

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On Friday, June 12 I was invited, along with other members of the Courtenay and District Fish and Game Protective Association (CDFGPA), to be a part of the celebration of the awarding of the Ducks Unlimited Canada and Premier of BC Conservation Award to the CDFGPA for its outstanding record of conservation projects and causes over the years. The awarding of this beautiful symbol of conservation is normally given to an

brood stocks of coho salmon in the Trent River canyon and physically lift them to waiting trucks near the highway. The fish were spawned and released back into the Trent System. Each year smolts from coho and steelhead become trapped in side ditches running into the Trent and the conservation committee of the club organizes rescue missions to save hundreds of smolts from ditches that dry up. For the past few years through the

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The MX-5 fully embraces the Kodo or “Soul of Motion” design language that inspires clean and crisp lines on new and future Mazda products. You won’t find hard edges on this car, but you will find a flowing form that is highly attractive at a standstill. While the looks of a car are essential, it’s not what the MX-5 relies on for its cult-like following. It’s the drive. The MX-5 is a car that can make you feel like a hero, or a champion without breaking too many road rules. It’s a car whose steering, suspension and transmission work so seamlessly together with the driver that it requires effort not to enjoy yourself. If the Laws of Attraction are yet again on my side, the 2016 Mazda MX-5 and I will cross paths again. Hopefully sooner rather than later. The 2016 Mazda MX-5 (the GX trim) has a starting MSRP of $31,900. The GS has an MSRP of $35,300 and the GT of $39,200. All three trims can be outfitted with the six-speed manual or the six-speed automatic for the same price.

Safety Tip: With school out for the summer, more children will be playing outside. As drivers, use extra caution and watch your speed, especially near playgrounds, parks and in residential areas. Playground speed limits remain in effect year-round.

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importance of safety of all passengers including our four-legged friends.” Research results can be viewed at www.CenterforPetSafety.org; to view video of the crash-testing visit youtube.com and search Centre for Pet Safety. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

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Manoja Gangodage is a food entrepreneur with a mission: to introduce Vancouver Island to the flavours of Sri Lanka, one of the original ’spice islands.’ That mission was the result of arriving in a place with no knowledge of Sri Lanka’s culinary riches. “I couldn’t find any Sri Lankan restaurants, in the Comox Valley or on Vancouver Island,” she says. The result: Ceylon Cuisine and Spice, selling frozen dinners and a special blend of 14 spices. It’s not about overwhelmingly strong flavours, what is often associated with the word ’curry.’ The Ceylon Cuisine approach is about subtlety. It’s about applying the culinary tradition of Manoja’s birthplace to the fresh produce of her new Island home. This allows the local flavours to shine in a new way. Inspired by the reception of their take-home frozen dinners, Manoja and Sudeera decided to step things up. At the beginning of June they launched Ceylon Express, the first Sri Lankan food truck in Canada – at the Comox Valley Farmers’ Market.

“Now we can serve Express in other locayou frozen curries to tions this summer. go, we can sell you our They’re anticipating unique curry blend, that, with Comox and we approvcan serve al, they’ll I couldn’t find be at the you hot food as any Sri Lankan Marina well,” she restaurants, in t h r e e said. “Our days a first day the Comox Valley week. at the or on Vancouver F o r m a r k e t Island. Manowas very ja, the manoja gangodage e x c i t i n g. market It seemed “was the that the whole of the greatest thing that Comox Valley was happened to us. We also excited for us. We were so inspired.” had great response.” She says other venWatch for Ceylon dors were very wel-

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SMITH, Owen Edward (Ted)

April 28, 1943 - June 9, 2015 It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Ted, after a short illness. Much loved husband of June for 50 years and Dad to Scott. Ted was born in Langford B. C. he resided there until 1976 when he moved his family to Courtenay, B. C. During his working life he was involved in many major construction projects all over Vancouver Island such as Saanich Municipal Hall, Langford Fire Hall, Mt Washington Ski Resort, Gold River Pulp Mill and Inland Island Highway to name a few. He enjoyed fishing Harris Creek pool 11 and building computers. Ted was an avid Vancouver Canucks and BC Lions fan. Early in our life together he taught himself to play guitar, earning him the affectionate nickname â&#x20AC;&#x153;Twangâ&#x20AC;? from his brothers in law. He is survived by his siblings Carole (Bill), Rick (Helen), In-laws Judy, Johnny, Karen, Randy, Debbie (Chris), Rick (Ev) and Terry, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Predeceased by his infant daughters Mona Marie and Lee Anne, parents Otto and Myrtle, In-laws Len and Marg Bowers, Len Jr., Dorothy, Barb and Michelle. No service by Tedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s request. You were the wind beneath our wings-Love June and Scott

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Wright, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Budâ&#x20AC;? Graeme

July 2, 1948- June 7, 2015

November 8th, 1935 - June 8th, 2015

Sadly, we are announcing the passing of Randy, our beloved father and husband. Predeceased by his father Jimmy, mother Marion and brother Gary. Randy is survived by his wife Marg of 45 years; daughters Nicki (Jesse) Bailey and Tina (Shawn) Vincent; grandchildren Adam and Kayla Bailey and Robyn, Hannah and Jordon Vincent; brothers Dale (Pat) Walker of Vernon and Gord (Deb) Walker of Surrey. Papa loved his time with his grandkids and was their biggest fan for everything they did. Randy was a sheet metal journeyman by trade and became a roofing estimator for Russ Nelson Roofing for about 25 years until he retired. He enjoyed his time golfing with his buddies and being out on the water searching for that â&#x20AC;&#x153;big fishâ&#x20AC;?. Randy was a loving father, husband and friend to all. We would like to thank our many friends and family for their continued support and positive encouragement during Randyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s courageous battle with Mesothelioma, an asbestos lung cancer. Please bring your favorite story and join us in celebrating Randyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life on Monday, June 22 from 4:00-6:00pm at the Comox Golf Course. In lieu of flowers donation may be made to St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Chemotherapy Unit, Comox, B.C.

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Rose E Knight (nee Plowman)

Charles â&#x20AC;&#x153;Chuckâ&#x20AC;? Moore

March 17th, 1922 -Â June 8th, 2015

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It was with great sadness that the family of Rose Knight had to bid her farewell on June 8th. Mom was born on the family farm north of Douglas, Manitoba on March 17 1922.Â She was predeceased by her first husband, and our dad, George Steele and later by her second husband, Don Knight. Of her 11 siblings she is survived by her sister Mary Hlady and brother Albert Plowman of Brandon Manitoba. Left to celebrate her life are her sons Gordon Steele, Gary Steele (Laurie) and David Steele (Tiena), daughter Lisa Rice (Jim), 8 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren as well as numerous nieces, nephews and some very good friends.Â Our Mum was there with Dad when he worked on the construction of the roads in the NWT, where they lived in a travel trailer during some very cold winters. They then moved to Swift Current, Saskatchewan where they spent many happy years raising their family. In 1960 because of Dadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s poor health they moved us all to the Comox Valley. Despite the move Dad passed away in 1960, leaving Mum to take on the big job of raising four young children. She worked for many years as a mail carrier. During this time she met and married Don and moved to the farm. Mum had the best vegetable garden, and we certainly enjoyed the fruits of her labours. She also enjoyed her flower gardens. Mum was handy at many crafts including painting, sewing, and quilting, and her gifts grace the homes family and friends. Mum spent many happy years at her home in Berwick where she met and enjoyed the company of some very interesting people. Mum had a keen intellect and was a life long learner, so it was no surprise that at the age of 90 she learned to use an iPad. She became an avid googler and enjoyed receiving emails, and jokes which she shared with the residents and staff of Berwick.Â Mum also enjoyed good conversation and loved discussing everything from politics to quantum mechanics. Mum was a proud and active long time member of the BC Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Institute.Â Please join us in saying goodbye to a very talented, loving mother, grandmother and friend atÂ 11:00 amÂ July 11 2015Â atÂ Comox United Church, 250 Beach Drive, Comox. Memorial donations can be made in Mumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name, to theÂ Canadian Wheelchair Foundation, P.O. Box 75038 RBO White Rock, BC, Canada, V4A 0B1.

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Randy Avery Walker

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Our beloved Chuck has been tragically taken from us on the 10th day of June, 2015. Son of the late Dysart & the late Jeanne Moore, brother to the late Dale Cullen. Very much loved Dad to Carly & Brian (Trisha), loving husband and soul mate for too short a time, his wife Barbara Jeanne, step dad to Martin (Jessika), Carolyn (Simon) and Jordan. Granddad to Ekel and Zoik. Loving step-son of Lise Lariviere of Pincourt, QC. Uncle to Jeffrey, Angela and Laura Cullen, and many more family, friends, work partners, ESTEVEN RUHL AND PAT FRASER, and many other associates in the Comox Valley, too many to mention. Chuck loved his life and his job. Those of you who had the pleasure to know him, will agree he had a strong passion for whatever he did, and always tried to please his customers. If you asked him how his day was going, he would reply, â&#x20AC;&#x153;EVERYDAY IS A GOOD DAY â&#x20AC;&#x153;, with that â&#x20AC;&#x153;thumbs - upâ&#x20AC;? gesture. His dreams have been cut short, but his love, memories and sense of humor will stay alive in our hearts and minds. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rest easy My Darling and eternally loved â&#x20AC;&#x153;Chuckieâ&#x20AC;?. My heart is broken...until we can hold each other again, watch over me, guide me to make the â&#x20AC;&#x153;rightâ&#x20AC;? decisions...I will love you until I, in turn, breathe my last breath .â&#x20AC;? A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the Florence Filberg Centre, on Saturday, June 20 from 2-4pm. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Toneff Funeral Services.

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Bud passed away peacefully on June 8th, 2015. He was predeceased by his wife Joyce. He will be lovingly remembered by his sister Shirley Lord (David) and his children Marvin (Gina), Louisa Horler (Danny) and Lorraine Wightman (Chris). He will also be missed by his grandchildren, Darren, Rebecca, Kristie, Kevin, Jaqueline, Rachel and six great grandchildren whom he greatly cherished. He will be sadly missed by family and friends alike. In memory of Bud, donations can be made to The Canadian Lung Foundation.

Gerry Hunter

January 21, 1943 - June 7, 2015

Gerry passed away peacefully at his home on June 7, 2015 after being diagnosed with cancer ďŹ ve weeks earlier. Born in Port Alice on January 21, 1943 he was primarily raised in the Comox Valley. He spent his working career in various logging camps along the coast; Comox Logging; Vernon Camp and Gold River. Gerry was a hard working man all his life in the logging industry; pulp mill; sport ďŹ shing and co-owning a ďŹ shing lodge in the Nootka Sound. In his retirement years he volunteered in the shop at Lake Trail School where he spent hours of enjoyment helping the students with various projects. Gerry will remembered most for his awesome garden, his generous spirit, and love he had for his wife and family. Predeceased by his father Glen (Slim) Hunter and his wifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parents, Jack and Phyllis Shilton, who loved him as their own. He is lovingly survived by his wife Lesley, his children, 14 grandchildren and one great grandson. He is also survived by his mother Margaret Hunter, two brothers and eight sisters, and many nieces, nephews and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday June 27th at the Cumberland Cultural Centre starting at 1:00 pm. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers donations to YANA or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. The family would like to thank Dr Marc Woldnik for his excellent care and compassion during this difďŹ cult time. Also to Kimberley (you were a star) and the home care nurses. Lesley and Tracey would also like to thank all family and friends who have been so supportive with their gifts of love and time.

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James and Betty McGinnis There will be a Celebration of Life for Jim and Betty on Saturday, June 27th from 2pm until 4pm at the Fanny Bay OAP#127 Hall, 418 Ships Point Road, Fanny Bay BC. All are welcome.

WAREHOUSEMANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LIEN ACT Notice is hereby given that McPhee Mini Storage, 907 McPhee Ave that the contents of the following lockers will be sold at public auction on Saturday, June 27, 2015, 11am if the monies owed are not paid and the contents will be removed from premises: â&#x20AC;˘ Unit 2 - Jeff Clairmont â&#x20AC;˘ Unit 23 - Blake Mainprize â&#x20AC;˘ Unit 31 - Nick Long

COMOX VALLEY HEAD INJURY SOCIETY Will be holding their Annual General Meeting On Tuesday, July 7th 2015 12.30 pm Courtenay Legion 367 Cliffe Ave, Courtenay RSVP or FMI 250-334-9225

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Joan Duncan (nee Sambrook) February 23, 1925 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; June 11, 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our mom, Joan. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother. Predeceased by her beloved husband Eric in 1983. Survived by son David (Deb), daughter Beth; grandchildren Jennifer (Rob), Andrew (Jessica), Michael (Tammy), Jessica (Frank), Sarah, Matthew (Katherine), Erica and 12 great-grandchildren. Joan was a lady with a great sense of style right to the end. She was greatly loved and will be missed. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 11 at 1:00 PM at St. Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Anglican Church, Comox, B.C. Flowers are gratefully declined and donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

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THE DENTAL office of Dr. Bruce Burgess and Dr. Terry Blasco and Dr. Justin Patterson is looking for an experienced CDA 4 days a week, staring immediately. Please submit a resume in person to 1710-D Comox Ave., Comox.

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2014 Annual Report Courtenay City Council will be considering the 2014 City of Courtenay Annual Municipal Report at the Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday, June 29, 2015 at 4 pm in the City Hall Council Chambers. At the meeting, Council will consider submissions from the public on the Annual Report. View the report at City Hall, 830 CliÎ?e Avenue, from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm weekdays. You may also view the report online at www.courtenay.ca

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Carolyn Mary Valdal Ang October 24, 1981 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; June 4, 2015

HERRING, Lawrence Walter March 29, 1937- June 10, 2015 Today, I, Lynda Jones, June 10, 2015 said goodbye to my best friend and husband. He was my rock through lows and highs. He kept me focused on the good and helped me though the bads. But most of all he was my soulmate. He cherished his extended family, Daughter - Deborah (Mike) Zimmerman, pride and joy Granddaughters- Danielle (Graham) Moorman and Candice Zimmerman. He will be missed by his dog Rusty who keeps waiting for him to come home and sleeps in his bed just in case. Large contingency of family members and friends which he held dear, didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the opportunity to tell everyone how much he cared but know that he did. His Cumberland Dialysis patients and nurses had been a large part of his life for the past 11 years, of course there was special ones who he let into his heart and I am sure they know who he choose as the special group. He was grateful for the Handidart service and yes their special drivers. He served with the Canadian Armed Forces enlisting as a Boy Soldier July 9, 1953, often referred to his Military family with fond memories and experiences. He was their basketball legend and held many individually accomplished sports records which he retained for years. Civilian life his trades were Electrican, Gas & Oil and successfully completing many of his wifes Bucket to do Lists. THE ENGINEERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PRAYER â&#x20AC;&#x153;Almighty God, we pray thee to bless the Canadian Military Engineers. May our bridges always stand, and our charges never fail, our men be ever loyal, and our ofďŹ cers worthy of their loyalty. May we work diligently in all our purposes and be skilled in our trades; good soldiers for Queen and Country everywhere. Amen.â&#x20AC;? UBIQUE In Lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers please donate to the Vancouver Island Kidney Association or to a Charity of your choice. Barring that go have a lunch together with your loved one, in memory of Lorne.

For those who love, time is not. Missing you today and always.

Our dearest Carolyn died four months after being diagnosed with Stage IV stomach cancer. With her passing, there is a hole in many lives that will never be filled. However, we know that she lives on in her three children, and in the hearts and minds of those who loved her. Carolyn was born in Comox at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital. She was a beloved sibling and daughter, enjoying many years of Pat Pantuso dance lessons, soccer, Shawnigan Lake summers, Beryl Regierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Youth Theatre productions, skiing, and fun with her many friends. She attended Tsolum Elementary, Courtenay Junior, and finally Georges P. Vanier Secondary, with a year-long stay in Stryn, Norway in Grade 11 to train for biathlon. She was successful in winning a silver and gold medal in biathlon at the BC Winter Games in 1995 and 1997. Carolyn worked in many capacities including jobs in aquaculture, farming, at a wilderness resort, and finally in construction flagging. She valued her co-workersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; humour and collegiality, and possessed an adventurous spirit that made her so much fun to be around. Soon, however, Carolyn found her true passion and calling with the birth of her children. Being a mother was first and foremost in her heart. Some may have seen her mountain-top wedding to husband Vishnu Ang on an exciting episode of Shaw TVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Proposalâ&#x20AC;?. At home with her three children, George, Charlotte, and baby Theodore, Carolyn worked very hard to keep everyone happy and healthy. She was masterful at creating useful homemade and naturallysourced products. She spread these gifts around to her friends and family and hoped one day to develop a small business with some of her ideas. Carolyn was one of the first of a generation to chronicle much of her life on-line, using Facebook to create a rich network of friends and contacts with whom she shared life events, thoughts, and emotions. She was not afraid to speak her mind, and was often poignant and wise in her posts. Photos from many different times are a true reminder of her life-long ability to â&#x20AC;&#x153;beâ&#x20AC;? in the moment and of her great love for Vishnu and her children, friends, and family. In her time facing illness, she was unbelievably brave, funny and raw. She continued to plan family gatherings and make decisions for the future. The aggressiveness of her particular cancer shocked many, and though she didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the luxury of time, she stayed in control of her destiny to the end. She was thankful to Dr. Reggler, Dr. Austin, and Dr. Xing, London Drugs Pharmacy, Comox Valley Hospice, as well as the nurses who provided care. She was deeply touched by the community support she felt here in the Comox Valley. Although Carolyn was forced to accept the outcome of her disease, she said her good-byes and was at peace when she passed away with family beside her on June 4th at 3:33 pm, in St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital. She was 33 years old. Carolyn is survived by her husband, Vishnu Ang, children George (Colin Partridge), Charlotte, and Theodore, parents Susan Price and Oskar Valdal (Barb), grandmother Margaret Price, sister Shannon (Remi), brothers Peter (Jen) and David (Stephanie), nieces and nephews Annika, Jesse, Jade, Conner, Angelina and Fiona, mother and father-in-law Dolores and Ernesto Ang, sisters-in-law Brenda (Dave), Chi (Duff ), Liz (Ghian), Mai (Dale), niece Sheeana, and many dear friends and extended family. We will honour and celebrate this amazing woman from 1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2:30 pm on Sunday, June 28th at the former Tsolum Elementary School (now NIDES), located at 2505 Smith Rd. Donations to her family and/or to Comox Valley Hospice can be made at this event. After this celebration, adults are welcome to attend The White Whale Public House to relax and enjoy reminiscing about times spent with Carolyn.

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The Comox Valley Child Development Association (CVCDA) is looking for a Therapy Assistant to support children and their parents in small Family Therapy groups. This permanent 30 hour per week position has a start date of July 2, 2015. This position requires Grade 12, plus a certificate in a related field and a minimum of two years recent related experience in a family-centred service delivery model, or an equivalent of training and experience. Experience with young children with special needs, computer familiarity, and ease with dataentry are also requirements. Wage is per HSA community sector grid. SEND RESUMES TO: Michelle Erikson, Human Resources Manager, Comox Valley Child Development Association, michelle@cvcda.ca Closing date is June 24, 2015.

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Tenders are scheduled to close at: Tender Closing Time: 2:00 pm local time Tender Closing Date: July 06, 2015 Address: WEDLER ENGINEERING LLP 2459 COUSINS AVENUE COURTENAY, BC V9N 3N6 The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. The Owner reserves the right to waive informalities in, or reject any or all tenders, or accept the tender deemed most favorable in the interests of the Village. Tenders not conforming to the specified requirements may be returned to the Tenderer without consideration.

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FREE TO Good Home 3 yr old brother sister team of cats, both spayed and neutered. Must have some access to the outdoors and they must stay together. Includes all accessories. (250)871-5501.

AIRLESS PAINT Sprayer Graco Ultramax II 495, never used $775. Sofa Bed - cream colour in new condition $525. Please call 250-339-3250

TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CARPENTRY

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE APPLIANCES GE S/C. Conv. ov, cer GL top; GE low dec D/W; Kenmore sxs fdg; Magic Chief m/w; P/C conv T.oven - exc cond. $1500. 923-3915 after 4pm WHITE G.E. Self-cleaning gas range ($380). White Maytag Plus Refrigerator, 33â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;w, 29â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, 66â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; tall. Spill catcher shelves + deep door basins ($290). Maytag washer + dryer ($300 for set). All in good working cond. 250-895-1028

TORO 42â&#x20AC;? 20HP Ride-on lawn mower & grass catcher & trailer. $1300. Ph.250-338-2180

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

CONDO located across from ocean, seawalk + Rotary Beach. Priced to sell, spacious, 2 BR, 2 BA, 5 app., 1132 sq.ft. 250-923-8772

ALUMINUM HEADACHE rack shortbox - $450. Boat loading rack - $250. 250-338-2650

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Garage Sales

250-898-8887. HOME Repair, Renovation & Maintenance Service. Interior or Exterior. Call Les for Free Estimate.

CHUCKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HOME RENOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S & Repairs. No job too small!

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462 CHURCH ST- Sat, June 20, 8:30-11am. TV, rocking chair, computer chair, electric fans, DVDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, misc household items. No Early Birds!

HOME REPAIRS

5887 BATES Road, Courtenay- Sat & Sun June 20 & 21, 8-12noon. Tools, Tools... & air tools, etc...

RONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S RENOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ground to roof, new & repairs. Call Ron at 250-218-2558.

MASONRY & BRICKWORK Stoneage Masonry Brick and Stone. Chimney Repairs. 250-702-2474

PAINTING

REAL ESTATE

HANDYPERSONS

THINKING OF A NEW IKEA KITCHEN? â&#x20AC;˘ DESIGN â&#x20AC;˘ DELIVERY â&#x20AC;˘ INSTALLATION Since 1990. 250-338-3148

toll free 1-855-310-3535

WHEELCHAIR like new asking $375.00 all in good condition. Phone 250-334-9804

GARDEN EQUIPMENT DIESEL TRACTOR- Massey Ferguson 135 Tractor, Loader, Power Steering 2952hrs, Allied Loader, 3 cyl. Perkins. Both clutches have been replaced. New tires/rims. New rear fenders. New Power steering cylinders and hydraulic hoses. $7,500 plus GST. Glen @ 250-792-3929.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

UP QMBDF ZPVS BE

FURNITURE

VOYAGEUR EASY Track Lift, Complete with new battery + charger, ceiling track, controls and hammock - $1900. Please Call 250-339-5843.

USED DISABILITY Electric reclining liftchairs for sale. 778348-0020.

GARDENING

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

COMOX VALLEY FIREWOOD - We have bin w/ 2 - 3 cords unsplit, uncut, delivered to your house $200. Call 250703-3473.

APARTMENT/CONDOS

AMBROSIAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HEAVENLY Healing Massage. Avail June 24-27. Mature masseuse. NO full service. 250-884-2172. missambrosiamassage.com

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COMOX VALLEY FIREWOOD- Custom cut, split, delivered. Well seasoned. Also bin rental. Call (250)703-3473.

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

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

AVOID HOME Foreclosure there are people who can help Get options now at (250)5883360. https://bitly.com/1AT2S1Z

FUEL/FIREWOOD

FARM EQUIPMENT

ESCORTS

Please go to http://careers.nic.bc.ca for further criteria, required qualifications and information on how to apply to the above postings.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

PETS

1-604-836-7401 Chuck. 250-339-0879 Estimates

Comox Valley & Campbell River Campuses

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

OWEN- IS a lovely Sheppard Lab X, house trained, up to date on all shots, needs training. Email: Dogwood Rescue: Adoption contribution. dogwoodrescue@shaw.ca

PERSONAL SERVICES

Posting #100899

MADE MONEY WITH THE CLASSIFIEDS ďŹ l here please

PETS AND LIVESTOCK

FINANCIAL SERVICES

OFFICE SUPPORT CLERK SR ACCOUNTING CLERK Safety Net Security Ltd., a Canada wide growing Company, has an immediate need at their CamRiv Head office for a FT person that is well versed with full cycle accounting and processes. The right candidate will be a team player, with good communication skills and work ethic that is very organized to meet daily, weekly and monthly deadlines. A competitive remuneration package will be provided based on experience. Please submit your resume by 5PM Tues June 30th to hr@safetynetsecurity.ca Only successful candidates will be contacted.

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GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

Please send us your resume or drop one off at 278 N Island Hwy Courtenay

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SENIORS INTERIOR PAINTING 30 Years Experience Reliable, meticulous workmanship Seniors pricing Gord 250-650-8065

PETS PETS JACK- BLOTTHOUND and Blue Tick Coonhound mix, 5 year old neutered male, very affectionate, good with cats and other dogs, needs lots of exercise. Email: Dogwood Rescue: Adoption contribution. dogwoodrescue@shaw.ca WANTED GERMAN Wirehaired Pointer, young adult preferred. Call (250)339-6068.

GARAGE SALES

1618 BALSAM Ave & BirchSat, June 20, 8-2pm. Furniture, tools, household items etc...

COMOX - Tigger Too 1800 Noel Ave, Sat. June 20 , 8 am till 12 pm. Charity Garage and Bake Sale. Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s items and household stuff! COURTENAY - 1140 Cumberland Rd. Sat. 9am-? Major Downsizing 2 families, sm appliances, clothing, pet accessories...Way too much to list. COURTENAY - 1241-14th St (at Urquhart) 9-2 Sat Jun 20 Caste iron tub, stove, antique doors, trundle bed, mower. COURTENAY - 2143 Valley View, Sat 8-3pm. Camping gear, golf clubs, wicker items, prawn/crab traps, household COURTENAY- 2845 Bryden, Saturday June 20, 8am-1pm. Household & kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stuff. COURTENAY - 2900 Suffield Rd. Sat. & Sun., June 20 & 21, 8am-4pm. Leather chair, recliners, kitchen tools, appliances, fancy plates & dishes, silver tray, decorative plates, statues, vases, 5-pc U-shaped desk, 3-drawer lateral file cabinet, briefcases, bathrm cabinet, Native art, valuable art, Q-bed, 2 old Apple computers, bedding, art kits, 350 music CDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 120 books on art, 45 on birds, writing, (70 signed books), lamps, French art easels, bow no string, â&#x20AC;&#x153;guy stuffâ&#x20AC;?. COURTENAY - 3041 Kensington Cres.(Crown Isle) Sat 8-12 Oriental Bakers Rack, 4 Parson dining rm chairs, small appliances, pictures, baskets, books, dishes, linen & more. COURTENAY - 5011 Childs Rd. (off Huban) Sat. 9-2. Craft book & supplies, baby-lock, serger, Fire King gold trimmed dishes, garden tools, tools, tool cabinet & chest & lots more. CVRD - 4040 Forbidden Plateau Rd. just off the connector Sat 20 9-4 Multi family. Priced to sell!

2161 ROBB AVE- Sat, June 20, 8am-1pm.

COMOX- 1412 Quarry Place Sat., June 20, 8am-1pm. Office chairs, steam floor cleaner (new), B&D leaf blower (new), kitchen sink, menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s casual/dress pants 36/30, 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; wooden folding table, clothing, household, much more, priced to sell. COMOX - 1782 Yew Court Sat., Jun 20 8:30 - 12:30. Moving Sale. Portable air conditioner, brand new 2 1/4 ton floor jack w/2 stands, nearly new double bed, vanity with mirror/sink/2 lights, roll top desk, brand new in pkg 1/2 louver bifold doors, brand new stainless steel chimney range hood, new floor mount wine corker, electric rototiller. COMOX - 251 Torrence Rd. Sat. Jun. 20, 9-1pm. This sale is held over and many more items added. Western books are 5 for $1, Chevy marine intake manifold & carb hydraulic pump for mercruiser leg, 6.5 ft paddles 2 for $30. Gas weed eater. COMOX - 500 block Church St. Annual Neighborhood Sale. Sat., June 20 8am - 12. Dog crate, iPad, antique side tables, silver, Depression Glass, Cruiser pedal bike, outboard motor, brand new quality tool set & more.

GARAGE SALES Courtenay Flea Market EVERY SUNDAY Puntledge Road past bottle depot No booking required. Space $15 Vendors set up 8am-2pm Call Greg 250-334-1540 CROWN ISLE- 3437 Royal Vista Way, Sat, June 20, 8-12noon. Multi-family! Christmas in June, decorations & villages, garden and shop tools, lawn mower, hedge trimmer,etc, limited edition wild life prints. KIWANIS CLUB of COURTENAY â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gigantic Junktique Saleâ&#x20AC;? Fri. June 19th 6pm-8pm Sat. June 20th 8am-11am at St. Georgeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s United Church Hall corner of 6th Street & Fitzgerald, Courtenay

PLANT SALE LOCALLY GROWN SHRUBS & PERENNIALS. â&#x153;ąGarden open for viewing 5122 Frederick Place, Courtenay, BC Saturday, June 20 10am-4pm. ROYSTON - 3590 Eagleview Dr. Sat 9am-4pm moving sale, toys, household items & more SATURDAY JUNE 20 8am @ 364 King Road (off Torrence). Woodworking tools & equipment, garden tools (hand & gas), lumber (finish & construction), dining, living & bdrm. furniture, plus much more. Please park on King and walk up driveway.

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REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

ACREAGE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING

AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

CARS

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

ABBEYFIELD HOUSE offers affordable, supportive seniors accommodation in a home-like setting. All meals provided. Call 250-338-7136 for tour.

NEW 3-WAY flip top tonneau cover; fits 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;6â&#x20AC;? box of 2008 Ford F150 (asking $200). 2 Side steps for 2011 Ford F350 (asking $100). Dee-Zee workbox for standard or short box, Ford, Chev or Dodge (asking $80). 923-8746

DENMAN ISLAND 10 acres treed, assessed $330,000 asking $320,000. 250-477-1805.

FOR SALE BY OWNER

NANAIMO HOUSE FOR SALE BY OWNER with option for rent to own. Million dollar ocean city view. Call for information 250-753-0160, Nanaimo

WHOLE DUPLEX for sale1280sq ft per side, 3.5 bdrms, 1.5 bath. 9498 McDougall Rd, Port Hardy, BC. $215,000. Call (250)334-8474. h t t p : / / c o m o x v a l l e y. c r a i g slist.ca/reo/5019806389.html

HOUSES FOR SALE

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PORT HARDY: Well maintained 6-plex. Great investment $385,000. Call Noreen 250-949-6319 or email to: imagine.it@cablerocket.com

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HOUSES FOR SALE

1760 HOLMSTROM Rd. 2 storey, 2300 sq ft, 4 BR, 3 Bth home w/ 500 sq ft 200 amp shop. All of this on a fully fenced, dog-friendly 1/2 acre. Situated on a dead-end st. off Peterson Rd. $384,500. Call Teresa at 250-830-0875 973 ISLAND Hwy. (Sayward) 3 bdrm, 2 bth, 2400sq.ft., 12.9 acres, drilled well. $439,000. 282-3785

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS 12x60 2 BDRM mobile in Sayward Trailer Park. 55+. Low pad rent. Elec. base board & wood heat. 8x20 covered deck. $20,000. 250-282-3656

RECREATIONAL PROPERTY WELL priced oceanfront acreages in Quatsino Sound. Beautiful Acreages. www.quatsinosoundland.com or email sitkaforests@shaw.ca

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO

2230 Cliffe Ave., Courtenay, BC V9N 2L4

APARTMENT/CONDO

1994 CADILLAC Sedan DeVille, 210,000 km, very good condition, garage kept, cold A/C, regularly maintained, Senior owned, blue leather interior, $2000 obo. Call 250871-1444. 2000 MUSTANG Convertible, mint cond. $5300. Call (250)339-7699, Comox.

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals PATIO HOME for sale in seniors complex. 2bdrm 2 full baths, garage attached. $188,600. 250-897-0004

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CARS

HOUSES FOR SALE

.95 ACRE UNIQUE 4 bd 2300 sq ft split level home. Peaceful and private. 35 fruit trees and grapevines. Walking distance to town, school, golf and trails. Ocean, mountain and city view. (250)286-0634. www.991petersen.com

COMOX: 2114 Robb Rd. Desirable area, large lot, 3 bdrm 2 bath w/ potential for in-law suite or 4th bdrm. Sep. lrg. work shop. Owner skilled carpenter, so many upgrades in kitchen, oak H/W floors, etc. Walk in jetted hydrotherapy tub. Wood stove. N/S. Asking $389,500. No Agents. Call: 250-702-3309.

TOWNHOUSES

APARTMENT/CONDO

Do you care about where you live? Do high standards of maintenance, service and cleanliness matter to you? Do you prefer quiet, mature neighbours? If yes, please give us a call and discover how the quality of ownership and management makes all the difference. We have the best managed, finest apartments in the most convenient locations in the Comox Valley. Locally owned, we own and manage our own buildings. THERE IS A DIFFERENCE! Please refer to available apartments listed below. TELEPHONE 250-703-2264 | 250-338-0267 | 250-339-1222

TRADEWINDS 1600 Comox Ave. ONE BEDROOM Spacious suite with private deck. Central Comox location. Recent renovation. Quiet, well maintained mature adult building in central Comox. Resident social room. Security entry. Very attractive suite. No pets. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.

VILLA MONTECITO 1331 England Ave. TWO BEDROOM over 1,000 sq. ft. Attractive, well maintained building with mature, adult tenants. Large designer kitchen. Three blocks from downtown. In suite storage. No pets. Ensuite. Five full sized appliances. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

SANDPIPER VILLAGE 1650A Comox Ave. TWO BEDROOM a very bright, spacious and unique suite (windows on three sides). Rarely available. Quiet, mature adult building in the centre of Comox. Very private location. Recently renovated and very attractive. Security entry. No pets. Call Greg @ 250339-1222.

HYCROFT 1835 Cliffe Ave. LARGE ONE BEDROOM recently renovated. Quiet, adult building in central Courtenay. Attractive suite. Elevator and security entry. No pets. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

UNIQUE DUPLEX IN EAST CTNY 2 bdrm & den, 1.5 baths, 5 appls, 2 decks, N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed $1,050/mth JOSHUA COURT 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, top flr, balcony w/glacier views, res. pkg., N/S, No pets, Avail. July 1 $800/mth ASPEN COURT 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, balcony, res. pkg., N/S, No pets, Avail. July 1 - $900/mth ROSEWOOD TOWNHOUSES 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, basic cable incld., nice family oriented development, N/S, Cat ok w/refs, Avail. July 1 $750/mth. Contact Res. Mger 334-8602 CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN CTNY, 1bdrm 1bath, 5 appls, res. parking, N/S, cat neg w/ref. Avail Aug 1 $875./mth ARGO COURT 1 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, balcony, res. pkg., hot water & basic cable incld., N/S, cat neg. w/refs, Avail. July 1 $650/mth. Contact Res. Mger 334-8602

COURTENAYAVAILABLE July 1st, 2 bdrm suite, 6 yrs old, quiet area, above commercial space, all appls included, minutes from downtown. $875+ utils. Refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a must. Call 250-897-4476.

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2008 BUICK Enclave. Automatice w/ 66,000Kms. New tires. Good condition. Campell River. 250-287-9987 2012 MAZDA-3. Only 26,000km, clean, one owner, trans. warranty, lots of extras. Asking $16,000. 250-923-8809

2011 Yamaha XT 250. Street legal, dual purpose, mint cond. Under 500km. $4200. 250286-1263

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

BOATS

2008 5TH Wheel- 28â&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Machoâ&#x20AC;? made by Gulfstream. Living dining slide. $16,000. 250730-0089 or (250)723-3781. 2004 VIBE, 103,000 km., well maintained, good rubber. Asking $5,500. Call 250-2866472 after 7 pm. Daily

2004 VW TOUAREG. Loaded w/options. 198,000kms. A quality crossover w/many features. Needs nothing. Fresh synthetic oil change. c/w factory roof rack & hatch cover. $8500. Glen @ 250-792-3929.

APARTMENT/CONDO

1978 FIBERFORM 22.5â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 302 Ford engine with Merc leg, 2005 Merc kicker, new batteries. Trailer in good cond. Great ocean boat, sleeps 2. Fresh water sink. $6,500 obo. Call (250)738-0299, Qualicum

2013 26.5FT Prowler 5th wheel. Dining slide, 140w solar panel. LED lighting. Outside ent. centre. 9900lbs. $23,000 obo. (250)337-5026. TRILLIUM TRAILER - Easy tow. Good condition. $4,000 O.B.O. 250-339-6784

APARTMENT/CONDO

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PARK PLACE

CYPRESS ARMS Deluxe 2 bedroom suite in a quiet well maintained building. Rent includes full size fridge, stove, washer, dryer, carpets and blinds. Nice feature - large open concept kitchen. No pets. 2 Rental references and security deposit required.

2006 JEEP Commander 4.7L / 4X4 / V8 / Mechanically in excellent cond. 7 seats. No accidents. Smooth, quiet, & fast, 235hp. Regular maintenance, new roters, wheels, brakes, battery & , transmission, tires 75%, transfer-no issues. Everything automatic, bluetooth, rear and tire sensors, alarm, trailer hitch, no leaks, clean interior. Everything works inside. 158,000. $10,500. 778-348-0020

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TRUCKS & VANS

MOTORCYCLES

KAWASAKI 1700 Voyager (2013), abs/cruise control. 6 speed trans. Like new. 9,000km. 3 yr. bumper to bumper warranty, asking $14,500 obo. 250-203-2719 2001 NEON R/T 160000 KM brand new front end good winter tires new Kenwood sound system recent diagnostic preformed 5 speed $3100 obo rickles@shaw.ca

MOTORHOME - WINNEBAGO 1996 116,000 KM, diesel, 6 speed, Vetra 35ft. Excellent condition. $28,500. 250-3387631

1970 Fitzgerald Ave, Courtenay 2 AND 3 BEDROOM available. Quiet complex with on-site management. Reasonable rates. Some completely renovated units with new appliances. Sorry no pets. Security deposit and 2 rental reference required. 250-334-3078

Call Donna 250-334-9667

WILLOW ARMS APARTMENTS 1252-9th St., Courtenay Spacious 2 & 3 bedroom suite in a quiet family oriented building with secure entry and manager on site. Walking distance to schools, bus stops, and downtown. Reasonable rent includes heat, hot water, stove, fridge, carpet and drapes. No pets, two rental references and security deposit required.

For viewing call Donna

250-334-9667

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

To View, Call 250-218-2111

TITAN INFLATABLE boat 9â&#x20AC;&#x2122;9â&#x20AC;? rated to Carry (1200lb) 5 adults. Maximum outboard 15H.P. $1,600. 250-898-8859

ZODIAC 10 ft w 2/2 mercury,Oars, seats, under carriage, & pump. $1500. 250-339-1284

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Thoughtful Coal Miner to speak at Miners’ Memorial supper Nick Mullins grew up a proud fourth-generation miner in the Appalachian coalfields, but the impact that industry is having on the land and communities of southwest Virginia and east Kentucky has caused him to reconsider his family trade. “I went to work in the mines hoping to give my children a better future. I quit for the same reason” wrote Mullins in his blog The Thoughtful Coal Miner. Mullins quit mining and went back to school. Now he and his wife Rustina, along with their two children age 10 and 13, are travelling across the continent sharing their story, their observations, and their hopes for a sustainable

future on what they’ve called the Breaking Clean Tour. The Mullins family will be in Cumberland on Saturday June 20 for the 30th annual Miners’ Memorial Weekend and will deliver the keynote address at the community supper held that evening at the Cultural Centre. “Coal was never my friend. It was a well laid economic trap that I, and many other Appalachian youths, fell into.” Tickets to the supper and Nick Mullins’ presentation are $20 and $17 and are available at cumberlandmuseum.ca/events All proceeds from the events support exhibits and programs at the Cumberland Museum & Archives.

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WORSHIP COMOX VALLEY THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

LUTHERAN

WELCOMES YOU TO SERVICES AT:

Shepherd Of The Valley Lutheran Church (ELCIC)

COMOX UNITED

Comox Recreation 1855 Noel Ave

Comox Avenue at 250 Beach Dr.

“A place for you: John 14:2

An Affirming Ministry

Sunday Worship Worship and Sunday and Children & Youth Program 10 am Children & Youth Program Saturday Service at 5am pm (Sept-May) 10:00

Rev. Maggie Enwright

Saturday Worship 5:00 pm

Email: cxunited@telus.net

Hearing Assistance

Full Wheelchair Access

October to May www.comoxunitedchurch.com | 250-339-3966

Rev. Maggie Enwright Email: cxunited@telus.net

Full Wheelchair Access

Hearing Assistance

www.comoxunitedchurch.com | 250-339-3966

PRESBYTERIAN COMOX VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN 725 Aspen Rd., Comox

10 am Sunday Worship 250-334-0616

SATURDAY

250-339-2882 e-mail:cvpc@shaw.ca comoxvalleypresbyterian.ca

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“Knowledge is one of the wondrous gifts of God. It is incumbent upon everyone to acquire it.” Bahá’u’lláh www.bahaisofcomox.org 250.702.3041 250.702.0574 www.courtenaybahai.org

St. John the Divine

St. Peter

Sunday 10:30am

Full Wheelchair Access

Study circles – small groups meet for collaborative study of spiritual subjects.

Comox Valley Parishes Welcome You!

SERVICES Minister: Rev. Jenn Geddes

BAHÁ’Í FAITH

ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA

Jim Lyster, Rector 218 Church St., Comox • 250-339-2925

LIVING A VISION FOR CHRIST AND COMMUNITY

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5:40 Express Contemporary Worship SUNDAY

8:00 am & 10:00 am Worship www.stpeterscomox.ca

Rev. Anthony Divinagracia, Rector 579 - 5th Street, Courtenay

100 Years of Ministry in the Comox Valley

SUNDAY SERVICE

8:30 am and 10:00 am WEDNESDAY SERVICE 10:00 am

250-334-4331

email: patmos@shaw.ca http://stjohnthedivinecourtenay.bc.anglican.ca

Comox Valley Unitarian Fellowship

Flower Communion with Kazimea Sokil

We Meet Every Sunday at 4:00 (September to June)

250 Beach Drive, Comox (at Comox United Church)

250-890-9262 cvuf.ca

Comox Valley Community Church

Join us Sunday @ 10:30 am (Childcare provided)

~A Place to Discover Your Life Purpose ~ 1580 Fitzgerald Ave. Courtenay, BC 250-338-8221

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• Strengthens Nails By now you know. Adding body collagen directly reduces wrinkles, increases skin elasticity, and adds vital moisture to your skin. Indirectly, collagen thickens and strengthens your hair. You may also know that collagen production slows by 1% per year after the age of 21. Can you gain it back? Yes. But not by eating collagen. You see, collagen is a protein. When you ingest it, your body breaks it down, like any other protein, and uses it as food. When you want the real beauty benefits of collagen, you have to generate it.

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2201 Robert Lang Drive (Old Fish and Game Building)

250-334-8424

living hope

real people living real life experiencing real change

BAPTIST CHURCH

Worship Services

“Resonate... Living the Story of God”

10am Sundays

10:00AM

Mark R. Isfeld School 1551 Lerwick Road, Courtenay

250.334.9777

1290 Guthrie Rd., Comox

livinghope@shaw.ca

Everyone Welcome www.resonatechurch.ca

www.livinghopeonline.ca

Full Gospel Christian Fellowship

Sunday

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