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The Stz’uminus First Nation and a group of private partners have submitted a rezoning application to the Town of Ladysmith for a 55.5 hectare, $244 million project south of Holland Creek and east of Dogwood Drive. Over the next 20 to 30 years the partners hope to build a 610 unit development in the quadrilateral Stz’uminus Chief John Elliott and Ladysmith & District Credit Union Director Brian Childs turn the first sod at a ceremony area intersected by Heart marking the LDCU’s signing on as the first tenant of the Oyster Bay mall project. Craig Spence Creek and including the Arbutus Hump – both of which will be protected – says the application, submitted by Glencar Consultants Inc on behalf of the partners. The overall intent of the plan is to create pods of since their historic signing onto the way will make it even easier for all of residential development Craig Spence First Nation’s Land Management our members to access our banking the chronicle Framework (FNLM). services,” he said. “I am just thrilled to be here,” said Elliott said the ground-breaking cerLadysmith & District Credit Union is the first tenant to sign a lease with LDCU Director, Brian Childs just be- emony showed appreciation for the Coast Salish Development at it’s Oys- fore the signing. “We have been in this “many politicians, businesses and orter Bay project on the Trans Canada community for 70 years.” Later he add- ganizations that have supported the ed, “This is not a gamble for us, this is Stz’uminus First Nation in their efforts Highway at Oyster Sto’Lo Road. “Today is an opportunity to bring part- a stake in the community, and we’re to begin development at Oyster Bay,” as well as the new relationship with ners together,” Stz’uminus Chief John going to be here for a long time.” The credit union is looking to open a Ladysmith & District Credit Union. Elliott said at an on-site ceremony He reserved his final thank you to June 24. “It just shows how much we 1,200 square foot location, which will have changed our mindset. I thank anchor the first phase of the planned the Stz’uminus people. “Most of all I you for joining us and being part of 70,000 square foot shopping centre. need to thank my community,” Elliott In a release the day before the cer- said. “I think without the community Stz’uminus.” The site, which is on Stz’uminus First emony, LDCU CEO John de Leeuw and without people giving us the direcNation lands, will be the first develop- said the location makes sense. “The tion we need to go – it’s so very imporment undertaken by the Stz’uminus access from the Trans Canada High- tant to us.”

Ladysmith Credit Union signs on as first Oyster Bay project tenant

while protecting riparian areas; steep slopes; and the top of Arbutus Hump. says the development application. Glenn Carey said final details are being worked out between the province and the Stz’uminus for the sale of the land, which is presently zoned Forestry (F-1). The Stz’uminus will contribute the land to the project; the other partners financing and project management. “It’s a means of economic development for the band,” Carey said. The project will be unique in many ways, he added, noting that the properties will be sold, not leased, as is common with First Nations developments on band lands, which cannot be sold. See Holland Creek Page 3

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News Ladysmith approves ‘spot zoning’, limiting 606 Farrell to 15 units

NDP hosts forums on E&N Future Doug Routley, MLA for Nanaimo - North Cowichan, will host public forums in Ladysmith and Nanaimo to consider future options for the E&N Railroad line. Residents of the Ladysmith and Cowichan Valley will be able to attend a session July 8 from 7 - 9 p.m. at the Ladysmith Eagles Hall, 921 First Ave. There will also be a session July 7 from 7 - 9 p.m., with Leonard Krog, MLA for Nanaimo present, at the Bowen Park Recreation Centre in Nanaimo. “The future of transportation on Vancouver Island needs to be sustainable and involve strong community consultation to make it a success,” said Routley in a media release. “These community forums are meant to inform people about the potential of the E&N Railway - how we got to where we are now, what the financial circumstances are, and how we move forward with the railway as a base for island transportation.”

Camp fires banned midIsland and south The Ministry of Forests has announced a campfire ban, which took effect noon, Saturday. From now until the ban is lifted, campfires are only permitted on northern Vancouver Island, Haida Gwaii, and the mid-coast portion of the Mainland. “The Coastal Fire Centre is implementing this partial campfire ban due to dry forest fuel conditions and rising temperatures,” says a Wildfire Management Branch release out of Parksville. “It is intended to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect public safety.” On Vancouver Island the prohibition covers BC Parks, crown lands and private lands south of Robson Bight, the Nimpkish Valley and Nordstrom Creek. It will remain in effect until further notice.

Natura Developments files BC Supreme Court application against restrictive covenant Craig Spence the chronicle

A crew installs curbing on Gatacre Street in preparation for paving, which is scheduled to take place next week Craig Spence

Gatacre work nearly done Paving is scheduled for July 6 on Now that has been completed, the Gatacre public works project, plans are to have a paving crew said Ladysmith’s Director of Mu- resurfacing the road by Monday, nicipal Services Kevin Goldfuss. July 6. The project, which included re- “We really appreciate the public’s placement of a water main and patience,” Goldfuss said of the new curb and gutters, is about delay. three weeks behind schedule due Work on the upgrade began May to delays getting test results on 11 and was slated to be completed the water quality in the new main. by June 12

Holland Creek to house 2,500 From Page 1 The application itself is to amend Ladysmith’s Official Community Plan and the zoning bylaw to allow for a mixed-use development comprising 310 multi-family and 300 single-family units in the Holland Creek area. The actual number of units that will be built will be market driven with the estimated time frame of the development being 20 - 30 years.

Over its lifetime the project could generate 1,422 constructions jobs and 258 ongoing, annual jobs, the application says. Development cost charges at existing rates are estimated at $5.8 million dollars. Yearly taxes to the town at build-out would be approximately $1.5 million using 2014 tax rates. At ‘build-out’ the project could have a population of 2,500.

Over the objections of developer Gary Schofield – who has submitted a petition to the Supreme Court of British Columbia – Ladysmith Council went ahead with ‘spot zoning’ at 606 Farrell Road after a public hearing June 22. Speaker after speaker at the hearing urged council not to allow more density on the property than was permitted under an existing covenant EX060486, and to amend Ladysmith’s zoning bylaw in accordance with the covenant’s limitations. A bylaw to that effect had already been passed in April, but had to be repealed after it was learned proper notice had not been served. The replacement Bylaw 1881 earned unanimous support from council. Schofield, owner of Natura Developments Ltd., had filed a petition with BC Supreme Court asking that the first bylaw (1875) be quashed because he had not been properly notified of the required public hearing. In his appeal to the BC Supreme Court he also asks that the restrictive covenant on 606 Farrell Road be removed, which would allow another 25 units to be built on the undeveloped portion of the site in addition to the three units completed when the property belonged to a previous owner, who had agreed to the covenant in 2005. Removing the covenant without rezoning would almost double the total number of units permit-

ted at the 606 Farrell Road strata, from 15 to 28. Surrounding property owners and residents of the 606 Farrell Strata voiced their opposition again, at the latest public hearing. “The development plan which was submitted to the Town of Ladysmith by Natura Developments for an additional 25 units on this property is totally not what we think of as reasonable,” said residents of the completed portion of the Farrell strata Cleve Carleton, Murray and Sandra Hannah, and Adrian and Angie Salahub in a joint letter to council. “No considerations were given for the character of the land, just putting up as many units as would fit. Sight lines and views from our units would be severely compromised with 20 foot walls and roofs in front of us; parking for existing units is severely limited, with no visitor parking indicated; and this letter is not even addressing the style of the units, emergency access and a whole host of other concerns.” Natura Developments argues in its BC Supreme Court application that the provisions of covenant EX060486 are ‘obsolete’, that they impede reasonable use of the land “without practical benefit to others”, and that the covenant should be cancelled. Alternatively it suggests the covenant should be seen as only applying to the already developed portion of the lands, and that the total number of units should not be limited to 15.

A gift of reading given to Ladysmith Primary A GIFT – as in a Growing Island gram “and instantly knew it would Families Together Program con- be a good fit.” tribution from the Island Savings “With the GIFT grant Ladysmith Credit Union – will help Ladysmith Primary gets an amazing infusion Primary School acquire early of literacy,” Brand said. “Together reading materials called ‘Good with school funding of $3,000 the Fit Books,’ says Principal Kevin partnership provides $5,000 worth Brand. of early reading materials for our At a presentation at the school students to use.” Brad Lesiuk of Islands Savings preSaid Lesiuk, “The partnership is sented the school with a cheque, a natural fit with our vision to imcapping a funding drive by the prove the quality of life for Island School’s Parent Advisory Council, families and build strong commuwhich heard about the GIFT pro- nities for long term success.” Karen Barr, of Ladysmith Primary School’s Literacy Team; Brad Lesiuk, of Island Savings; and Scott Kilmer, Nanaimo-Ladysmith School Trustee; join George, Zephyr and Kaylie for a little literacy time during the presentation of a $2,000 GIFT to the school. Craig Spence

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YOUR GARBAGE / RECYCLING DAY IS CHANGING!

City Hall, Development Services, Public Works and the Frank Jameson Community Centre will be closed Wednesday, July 1st for the Canada Day Statutory Holiday.

Following the Canada Day statutory holiday on July 1, 2015, your collection day will be moving forward by 1 (ONE) day. If you need a new schedule you can pick one up at City Hall or the Frank Jameson Community Centre. You can also find your schedule on the Town’s website at: http://www.ladysmith.ca/our-services/ garbage-recycling

2015 PROPERTY TAXES – DUE THURSDAY, JULY 2, 2015 by 4:00 p.m. IMPORTANT REMINDERS

2015 Property Tax Notices are due July 2, 2015 by 4:00 p.m. To avoid a 10 per cent penalty, your property HOME OWNER GRANT tax payment and completed Home Owner • Apply online at www.ladysmith.ca or fill out the form on Grant application must be received at City the bottom of your tax notice and return it to City Hall Hall, your financial institution or online by 4:00 • If your taxes are paid through your mortgage, you still p.m. on Thursday, July 2, 2015. A postmark need to complete and return your Home Owner Grant is not an acceptable proof of payment. Application. You can complete the form on the Tax Notice, or you can do it online at If you have not received your Tax Notice, need www.ladysmith.ca assistance or have questions, please contact Remember, if you don’t apply for the Home Owner the Property Tax Department at 250.245.6414 Grant by the July 2 deadline you will be subject to ext. 6206 or email bkirkland@ladysmith.ca. a penalty of 10 per cent of the grant even if your mortgage company or bank pays your property taxes.

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Progressive Conservative MP John Weston (West Vancouver-Sunshine CoastSea to Sky Country) tabled a bill in the House of Commons June 17 to deal with the issue of abandoned vessels. His plan calls for stiff fines and an expedited process for authorizing salvage companies to get rid of abandoned vessels. “All levels of government share overlapping interest in the problem,” he said in a media release. “A comprehensive solution requires cooperation and communication among leaders committed to stem the tide of abandoned vessels. Imposing personal responsibility on vessel owners is a good start, he added, referring to his call for fines of up to $100,000

and jail terms of up to a year for owners who abandon vessels in BC harbours. “I look forward to more public input, now that people can see this formal proposal.” Weston’s Bill C-695 also recommends changes to the Canada Shipping Act that would allow a vessel to be ‘deemed abandoned’ if it has been left anchored or moored in the same area more than 30 days ‘without authorization or without any surveillance or monitoring.’ Vessels could also be declared abandoned if: they are in danger of sinking or breaking up; are obstructing a waterway; or pose a ‘serious and imminent danger to human health or safety, the environment or property.’ Once declared abandoned a vessel would be subject to sale for salvage by the Minis-

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STAGE TWO WATER RESTRICTIONS NOW IN EFFECT

For details, please see our Water Restrictions Notice on our website at www.ladysmith.ca or call Public Works at 250.245.6445.

FIRE BAN EFFECTIVE JUNE 25

Be advised that as of noon Friday June 26 there is a complete ban on campfires and cooking fires in the Town of Ladysmith. This is due to the extreme fire hazard in and around Ladysmith. Please check our website at www. ladysmith.ca or call 250.245.6400 for more information and updates.

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PEERLESS ROAD RECYCLING CENTRE

The Peerless Road Recycling Centre - summer hours from April 1 to October 31 are: Wednesday to Sunday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. excluding statutory holidays. To view a list of items accepted, please go to cvrd.bc.ca/ documentcenter/view/62889.

If anyone is still trying to sell tickets please do not buy them. Tickets were stolen from the Art Gallery. The theft is under police investigation. Tickets can be refunded when you present your ticket stubs at the Ladysmith Waterfront Gallery between 12 noon and 4 pm, before July 11th, 2015. The Raffle was a fund raiser for the Waterfront Gallery. Thank you for your understanding.

ter of Transport. “The Minister may sell a vessel that is deemed abandoned and may, by bill of sale, give the purchaser a valid title to it free from any mortgage or other claim on the vessel that exists at the time of sale.” Would Weston’s bill give government agencies the power they need to remove and dispose of vessels like the Viki Lynn II, a known hazard, in danger of sinking in Ladysmith Harbour, damaging the region’s shellfish industry, tourism and maritime lifestyle? Nanaimo Cowichan MP Jean Crowder, whose recently rejected private members bill on the issue took a different tack, says no, for two reasons. Relying on private salvagers to dispose of hulks like the Viki Lynn II won’t work, because there isn’t enough salvageable materials on the vessels to offset the tremendous environmental costs and risks their new owners would become liable for as soon as they took possession of the boats. “There are already salvage provisions in international law. If Continued on Page 5

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NOTICE of 2014 ANNUAL MUNICIPAL REPORT AND MEETING The draft 2014 Annual Municipal Report for the Town of Ladysmith is now available for viewing at City Hall and online at www.ladysmith.ca The report will be considered for adoption at the Regular Council Meeting on Monday, July 6, 2015, 7:00 p.m., in Council Chambers, City Hall, 410 Esplanade, Ladysmith.

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Abandoned vessels From Page 4 this were a great business proposition, you wouldn’t have these abandoned vessels, you would have people stepping up to salvage them,” Crowder said. As for fines, many of the boat owners are not easily identifiable or live outside the country, and can’t be brought to account. And a fine doesn’t do anything to prevent a boat from sinking and

fouling a harbour, she said. If we’re looking for a solution, Crowder suggests we turn our telescopes south to Washington State. “What really needs to happen – which neither my bill nor John Weston’s does – is the Washington State model, where they have an annual licensing fee and part of that licensing fee goes toward a derelict vessel fund,” she said “In ten years they have taken over 500 derelict vessels off the water.”

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The pain drivers feel at the pump from high gas prices may soon also come with a jolt of shame for helping destroy the planet. A proposal gaining momentum with civic leaders in B.C. would see guiltinducing climate change warning labels slapped on all gas pump handles. The non-profit group Our Horizon has been advancing the concept on the basis that warnings that graphically show the damage from climate change could nudge motorists to cut their emissions. It’s inspired by cigarette package warnings that are credited in the decline of smoking and the example warning labels circulated by the group are similar in design. “Warning: Use of this fuel product contributes to ocean acidification which puts much marine life at risk of extinction,” states one label that comes with images of thriving and dead coral. West Vancouver council will bring a resolution before the Union of B.C. Municipalities in September asking the province to make the pump labels a requirement province-wide. SFU marketing professor Lindsay Meredith said the idea could influence fuel consumption, particularly among people already considering buying an electric car or choosing other transportation options to reduce their carbon footprint. “It’s a way of turning up the heat, no doubt about it,” Meredith said.

“Today is an opportunity to bring partners together. It just shows how much we have changed our mindset ” Stz’uminus Chief John Elliott, Page 1 /

Variance vote varied. What happened? Writer wants to know what the rules are governing transparency when a decision made at a public meeting is reconsidered, changed Editor: At the June 15, 2015, council meeting Mayor Stone took the highly unusual step of bringing back to council a variance request which had been voted down at the June 1 council meeting. He used special powers under the Community Charter to bring the issue back to council for reconsideration and a second vote. The mayor said he brought the issue back because he had received a “high level of supportive feedback” (Nanaimo Daily News, June 17, 2015) for the variance. Councillors Arnett, Hutchins and Paterson also reported receiving feedback supporting the variance. No new information regarding the variance was brought forward at the June 15 meeting.

The vote was virtually the same as June 1. Voting against the variance were Councillors Henderson, Friesenhan and Fradin. Voting in favour were Mayor Stone, Councillors Hutchins and Arnett. The only change was by Councillor Paterson who changed his vote from a no on June 1 to a yes on June 15. As a result the variance passed on the second vote. At the meeting on June 1 all members of the public who spoke or made submissions about the variance were identified by name and their views recorded in the agenda or minutes. On June 15 no information was given about who provided the presumably new feedback supporting the variance after the first vote. We were

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LRC’s Dennis Laite retires

Last original member steps down after 23 years with the centre For twenty-three years Dennis Laite and the Ladysmith Resources Centre have celebrated anniversaries together. He signed on as volunteer Treasurer of the newly formed LRC when it first opened its doors; then in 1995 – when he retired from the RCMP – he was hired as ED, saying it would only be a short time until the board found someone else for the job. Now, as the last original member of LRC’s board and staff still reporting for duty, Laite is saying goodbye. “Here we are today, 23 years later, seeing Dennis retiring from his second career, one very dear to his heart,” said Sharon Hamilton in a retirement tribute. The Ladysmith Resources Centre started out in a space at 225 High Street, where Dr. Marshall Butcher’s practice is located now. Laite built partitions, installed phones and moved in furniture. Then the centre moved to 112 French Street, where Telford’s Burial & Cremation Centre is located. “That space we hugely renovated as well, and it housed us for several years until we were bursting at the seams,” Hamilton recollected. Back then the Centre provided office space for probation services, the Canadian Cancer Society, its first youth worker, a home support worker and the Chamber of Commerce. “It’s where Dennis began his career as Executive Director,” Hamilton said. From there the Centre moved to the First Avenue location currently housing the Museum. Then in 2011, it moved to its brand new Second Avenue site at Spirit Square. In 1997 the Town approached the LRC to take over the Christmas Cheer program. “It was certainly a good thing Dennis had a truck, because he was kept very busy that first year picking up food supplies and gifts for the hampers,” Hamilton said. “On Christmas Eve, he was called from a family dinner to deliver a hamper to a family who had not received theirs. He made it happen, delivering a box with food and gifts to the family.” Wednesday nights have usually found Laite volunteering to help run a community bingo that was turned over to the LRC in 1995 – he routinely puts in six hour stints for an event that raises funds to keep the LRC going. Said Hamilton, “Looking back over the years, a portrait of Dennis would show a diligent, very caring, optimistic, hard working and honest man, always willing to volunteer his time in whichever way was needed to help someone else.” “He never complained, just got on with it,” she said. “His values and hard work have brought the Centre to the place it is today. Dennis could look at a problem and come up with a solution to make it happen or make it right.”

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coming from, Misiurka and another neighbour ran to the scene. Initially they believed a tree was on fire, but they soon figured out that it was actually a house, which was quickly succumbing to the flames. The first person they encountered was a woman who lived in the house. “It looked like she had a little bit of singed hair,” Misiurka said. “We thought she was the only one there, but then she said her husband was still inside.” Misiurka used to have friends living in the house, he explained, so he was familiar with the layout. He ran to a door that went into an enclosed space below the deck and was able to break

through that one. how the fire started. While he could see the Misiurka said adrenaman inside through line took over and he another door, stagger- didn’t hesitate to do ing around, he couldn’t what he could to get manage to get through the man out. it, so he kicked out the “I just ran up and went window and pulled the into the building,” he man, who he believes said. “It was just go, go, was suffering from go. I didn’t even hesismoke inhalation, to tate to go in the back safety. door.” “The deck above me This wasn’t the first was burning,” Misiur- time Misiurka has ka said. “But I got him helped rescue someout.” one. A year ago, a Once the couple was friend was involved in out, Misiurka left the a car accident on Henyard to make room for ry Road, and he was the Chemainus Volun- one of three or four teer Fire Department. guys who helped pull He said he has no idea him from the wreckage.

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Calls to Action BC SPCA looking for cat lovers The BC SPCA is looking for homes for adult cats. From June 26 to 28 they knocked 50 percent off the normal adoption rate, hoping to create demand. “The goal is to find loving homes for as many adult felines as possible,” they said in a release – which, unfortunately, didn’t get to the Chronicle until it was too late for last week’s edition. Each year the SPCA rescues more than 15,000 cats, so help them help our feline friends. BC SPCA Nanaimo can be contacted at 250-758-8444; Duncan 250-746-4646

• Music in the Park, at Waterwheel Park in the 100m and 200m. Catherine also finished third Chemainus, will feature The Victoria Children’s in high jump. Ladysmith’s Kamryn Grooms took Choir June 30 at 7 p.m. A string ensemble, these second in the softball throw event. 15 young musicians are an award-winning group • A folk/Celtic/bluegrass blend will kick of the that has been selected to represent Canada at the Concerts in the Park series at Ladysmith’s TransAberdeen International Youth Festival. “Prepare fer Beach, with Saskia & Darrel, who together are to tap your toes and clap your hands,” says the The Great Plains, taking to the stage between 6-8 Chemainus Valley Arts Cultural Society. p.m. Put on by the Ladysmith Resource Centre • The Ladysmith Secondary School band pro- Association, these concerts – which run through gram is planning a trip to Paris next March for July and August – are offered by donation. So two weeks over spring break and are hoping to enjoy an evening in the bowl, with great music include 48 people, a combination of students and and a great feeling of supporting your community. Ladysmith’s Royal chaperones. They will be fundraising over the See the summer lineup at lrca.bc.ca/concerts.asp. coming months including silent auctions, bever- • Help defeat cancer by participating in the Tour Canadian Search and age and burger nights, car washes and bake sales. de Rock Raffle: Draw date is Sept. 10, 2015. Tick- Rescue is looking for • The Third Annual Stz’uminus Soccer Tourna- ets $10. 1st Prize is a Bear Mountain Golf Get- crew and supporting ment will take to the field – or fields – over the away Package for four, $1,250 value. 2nd Prize members, and will be July 3 to 5 weekend, says Tournament Director is a Canucks Hockey Getaway Package for two, holding an ‘open boatTim Harris. There will be teams in men’s, wom- $1,000 value. 3rd Prize is a Mayne Island Getaway house’ July 11 from 10 en’s and youth brackets. Games start on Friday Package for two, $400 value. For more informa- a.m. to 1 p.m. at the evening and will be at Ladysmith Secondary, tion and to purchase your tickets contact Tour de Ladysmith Marina. You Frank Jameson Community Centre, and Forrest Rock riders Alison Wood at 250-380-6132 or Ali- can also email recruitTurf Field. Youth starts on Saturday at Ladysmith son.wood@rcmp-grc.gc.ca or Rob Webb at 250- ing@rcmsar29.com for more information. Primary and Ladysmith Intermediate fields. Orga- 732-0312 or atrlwebb@telus.net. nizers expect the tournament to be well attended, and are reminding people that it’s an alcohol and drug free event. Finals for men and women will be on Sunday at the turf field. Come watch and enjoy the action. at Vancouver Island Physiotherapy Clinic • Kids are being invited to visit their local library is retiring June 26. to read, build, craft and create some fun at this Thank you Ladysmith year’s Summer Reading Club! The theme for 2015, “Build It”, encourages children ages 0-12 to visit for your support for last 11 years. their local library branch this summer to help build their reading skills. Registration is free at I would like to welcome local library branches or online at virl.bc.ca/kids! Summer Reading Club officially kicks off July 2nd and runs to Aug. 22. Registered Physical Therapist • Ladysmith students were among the top perto the clinic. Erika brings friendly, positive energy and formers at the Nanaimo District Elementary expertise. She has exceptional knowledge and skills School Track and Field Championships held at with post grad specialities in Acupuncture, Vestiblular Rotary Bowl stadium. Finishing among the top Disorders, Post Mastectomy Training, TMJ and Manual/ three in the 800m race was Ladysmith IntermediManipulative Therapy. I know that Erika will provide ate’s Alex Fernau. Competition on the track for excellent Physiotherapy treatment to all. peewee (born 2003-04) girls saw Ladysmith Intermediate’s Catherine Sampson finish third in both

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MacFARLANE, BRIAN GEORGE June 26, 1943 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; June 22, 2015 It is with sad and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brian. He passed away at home with his loving wife and soulmate, Pat, by his side. He is survived by his brothers, Stuart (Shirley) MacFarlane, Jim (Barbara) Clare, sister Eileen Dubinsky, nieces and nephews and Patâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 4 brothers & 5 sisters and their spouses. He was predeceased by his parents, Ken & Katherine MacFarlane, brothers Ken & Donald MacFarlane and sisters, Audrey Eftoda & Colleen Balez. No service by request. Brianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wish would be that everyone raise a glass of Bacardi & Pepsi (no coke!) and think of him. Very special thanks to our good friends, Nancy Hunter & Phil Drab for all their support & also special thanks to Dr. Fergus Kennedy and the caring staff of Ladysmith Home Care. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cheerio, Brian, till we meet again!!â&#x20AC;? Stuart Condolences may be offered at telfordn@shaw.ca Telfordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of Ladysmith 250-245-5553

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KATHARINE (KAL) THOMPSON (nee Lapsansky) February 18, 1932 to June 20, 2015 It is with a great deal of sadness that we announce the passing of Katharine (Kal) Thompson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bubbyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, after a brief but courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She is survived by her loving husband Bill whom she married on September 13, 1952, daughter Corrine Thompson (Tim Costin), son David (Chris), and daughter Chris Carter (Steve). She also leaves her grandchildren Jim Segee (Ahamida), Brad Segee, Jonathan Thompson (Amanda), Kate Khan (Ahmed), Elyse Thompson, Liane Schenke, and Alex Schenke, and her four great grandchildren, Mariah Segee, David Thompson, Zella Khan and Emirah Khan. Kal also wishes to acknowledge her first born daughter Meridith Colman and her her two children Craig and Emilia. Kal was always active. She was on the basketball team at the Ladysmith High School and excelled in a number of track and field events. After she was married, it was badminton during the winter months, water skiing and golf in the summer. She was the ladies Club Champion at the Cowichan Golf and Country Club in the year 1980. And oh how she loved to dance. She was also an active and accomplished duplicate bridge player and acquired more than 1500 master points, holding the title of Silver Life Master. In 1986 she was the Worthy Matron of Cypress Chapter #92 Order of the Eastern Star. Kal was also a wonderful cook and passionate about eating, with always a tasty meal at her table. She enjoyed sharing recipes and trying new things when it came to food. She was fortunate in having lived a healthy active life for almost all of her 83 years, and although Kal is no longer with us, we may rest assured that the lives that she has touched will be left with many fond memories. The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the Doctors and Nurses of Cowichan District Hospital, and the amazing Home Care Nurses for the wonderful care she received and Hospice for their support. Also to Dr. Pai and Dr. Meadows at the Cancer Clinic in Victoria and the nurses in the Royal Jubilee Hospital, who also gave exceptional care while she was there.. Kalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wishes are to have a celebration of life gathering, which will be held at the H.W.Wallace, Cremation & Burial Center, 5285 Polkey Rd., Duncan from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. on June 27, 2015. In lieu of flowers please make any donations to the Canadian Cancer Society. Online Condolences may be offered at www.hwwallacecbc.com

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1824 Cedar Road

550 Cairnsmore Street

250-245-3221

250-246-3551

250-722-7010

250-748-2412

Open Daily from 7:30 am - 9:00 pm 100% Locally Owned & Operated • We deliver! (See store for details) We reserve the right to limit quantities • Pictures for illustrative purposes only

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