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IN BRIEF Stabbing at house party

During the early morning hours of July 19, the Comox Valley RCMP were called to a report of a stabbing at a residence on the 2800 block of Lanyon Road in Courtenay. The incident occurred in the residence after a verbal altercation took place while a large house party was underway. The victim was taken to hospital for treatment of an abdominal wound. One man was arrested for aggravated assault and has been held in custody pending an appearance in Provincial court. Police are requesting anyone who was at the house party and may have witnessed the altercation to contact the Comox Valley detachment at 250-338-1321.

Classic cars go cruising

The Comox Valley Classic Cruisers 29th annual Graffiti Bash goes this weekend in Courtenay. The event starts Saturday, July 25 with a 5-7 p.m. cruise-in and dine at the A&W on Cliffe Avenue in Courtenay. There will be golden oldies music in the parking lot with overflow parking directly across the street at the Driftwood Mall. The vintage vehicles will leave A&W at 7 p.m. for a cruise of the Comox Valley. On Sunday, July 26 the cars and motorcycles will be on display in downtown Courtenay at the Show and Shine, with the official opening at 10 a.m.. There will be prize draws all day with trophy presentations at approximately 2:30 p.m. This is a great chance for car enthusiasts to check out some extremely classy chassis that their owners put so much love and work into and are justifiably proud to display.

Thanks to members of the Comox Valley Roping Club, many cattle were saved from a fire late Tuesday afternoon at the Casawood Farms on PHOTO BY CTV VANCOUVER ISLAND Headquarters Road.

Ropers ride to rescue of cattle ■ Erin Haluschak erin.haluschak @comoxvalleyrecord.com

Thanks to skilled passersby, many cattle were saved when a fire ripped through a dairy farm on Headquarters Road late Tuesday afternoon - across the road from a similar barn fire just one month ago. The black smoke at Casawood Farms caught the attention of members of the Comox Valley Rop-

ing Club who were on their way to the Norwood Equestrian Center for practice. “(We had) trailers on horses on our way to do a local roping and practice. We do it every Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Sundays out at the farm, and we came by to this,” Orvall Harris of the club told CTV Vancouver Island. “These people are people we know and neighbours and everyone is willing to lend a hand and help the cows out … and if it wasn’t for all these horse-mounted people here we wouldn’t have gotten the cows in.” Thanks to their THE efforts, club members were able to round up many of the

scared cattle and help them into a nearby field. “The cows were a little bit scattered at first but we were able to calm them down in the field and then a neighbour has cattle over here so we were able to settle them down. “It appears initially these cattle are all fine, so they don’t look like they’re injured or startled too bad.” T:8.5" He added while the fire had the cattle spooked, it was lucky there were many UP TOexperienced riders and ropers nearby to help round up the livestock. Bob Hunter, who helped lend a hand with the cows, said the riders did very

well in rescuing the animals. “They did pretty good … you see these cattle are not used to horses.” Robert Casanave of Casawood Farms credited the help from the community in saving many of the animals. “That’s always UP kind TO of nice to see that people are still willing to help every E nowTHand then. Normally when you see black smoke you go running out in these parts.” ROUTon June 14 at CLAEAfire L 2015s the Evansdale Dairy Farm ON AL ravaged a 200-foot barn and collapsed the building within minutes TOP QUALITY, LASTINGwith VALUElivestock inside.

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The Comox Valley Child Development Association hopes you can help it celebrate the 40th anniversary of its telethon. The annual event, scheduled for Nov. 1 at the Sid Williams Theatre, is the biggest fundraiser of the year to help operate the Comox Valley Child Development Centre. The people who offer services to assist developmentally challenged children and their families are asking you to add some new pre-telethon fundraisers. “We have a lot of long-standing groups that are going to do the same fundraisers they have done for a long time,” says CVCDC executive director Joanne Schroeder. The Baynes Sound Lions, who trundle a wheelbarrow full of donations up Highway 19A and present the money during the telethon, run the bestknown existing fundraiser.

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The Baynes Sound Lions roll a wheelbarrow full of donations up Highway 19A every PHOTO submitted year to contribute to the CVCDA telethon. CVCDA president Pam Crowe thanks people who have supported the cause in the past, citing the Tin Grin Cup golf tournament run for a decade by dentist Paul Helpard at Shoreline Orthodontics. Other Shoreline fundraisers have been the Great Brace and Dentistry in Denim. The Triple Trouble Comedy Showcase is a fundraiser that began last year that will be repeated this year, Schroeder says. It happens Sept. 19 at the Filberg Centre in Courtenay. An eve-

ning of comedy and music from Kenny Shaw, Todd Butler and John Reynolds includes a meal. The event is organized by the Royston-Cumberland Lions. Tickets cost $30 and are available at the CVCDC at 237 Third St. in Courtenay. Comox Rotarians annually donate $5,000 from their annual Ducky 500 event on Canada Day and service clubs hold other events. “Artist Judi Wild is going to donate a print of a very lovely piece she has called

the Spirit Bear for everyone who donates at least $540,” Schroeder adds. The association hopes it can crack the  $100,000 mark this year, which would be a substantial increase from the $85,000 collected in 2014. If you have questions or an idea for a fundraiser, contact Schroeder at 250338-4288 ext. 233, or e-mail her at joanne@ cvcda.ca Mark Allan is a freelance writer and a former editor of the Comox Valley Record.

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Amethyst House helps healing happen ■ Scott Stanfield scott.stanfield @comoxvalleyrecord.com

Amethyst House, a 12-bed residential facility for women operated by the Comox Valley Transition Society, officially opened Monday at 280 Second St. in Courtenay. The facility will offer expanded supportive recovery services for women needing treatment for substance use and addiction. Clients will benefit from access to triple the number of publicly-funded, non-acute withdrawal management and supportive recovery beds than previously available. “I pour my blessing on this because it hits my heart,” K’ómoks First Nation Elder Mary Everson said at a ceremony. “I’ve had relatives going through treatment, and through detox, and it’s been very important for our people to have a safe place to open themselves up and not be

vulnerable to a lot of the things that would hinder them.” The motto for Amethyst House is He Tlo Qwe La As ~ A Place to Recover. The goal is to help clients integrate back into the community, and to secure longer-term housing. It will be staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Clinical services will be provided by Island Health staff. So far, CVTS has hired 14 staff members, a blend of fulltime, part-time and casual positions. Together, staff and clinicians will help clients develop individualized service plans. “We have found some exceptional people to work here,” CVTS executive director Heather Ney said. She hopes the facility will start serving clients no later than Aug. 24. “We’re so grateful to those groups and individuals who stepped forward to make this day a reality,” CVTS board chair Jan Adams said. She credited building owner Peter Croonen for going “above and beyond on so many fronts,” Rota-

RCMP briefs On July 15, police attended to a report of a pedestrian being struck by a pickup truck while crossing in a crosswalk on Lerwick Road near Home Depot. The man was treated by ambulance on scene. The driver of the pickup was charged for failing to yield to a pedestrian.

Stabbing threats

Police responded to a report of a man brandishing a knife and threatening to stab a female on Sixth Street near the library in downtown Courtenay. The man was located and found in possession of the knife and was arrested. The man was held in custody and will appear in provincial court.

Drug charges

On July 16, the Comox Valley Drug section entered into an investigation of drug trafficking after stopping a vehicle in Courtenay. The

Donalda Regehr was among the attendees at a Monday opening of Amethyst House. She and her husband Cliff and son Dave were former owners of the building when it housed the Laurel Lodge seniors PHOTO BY scott stanfield facility. ry Club members for painting rooms, and business people for cleaning, installing and assembling items. “The vision of the Comox Valley Transition Society is a community of people who are safe, supported and respected,” Adams said. “Ultimately, all of this is about the

women who will come to Amethyst House — a place to be safe, supported and respected. A place of recovery,” she added. Comox Valley MLA Don McRae commended Ney for her leadership in the years leading up to Monday’s opening. “This is truly a Comox Valley endeav-

male driver, who is known to police through recent drug charges, was searched and found to have in his possession cocaine, heroin, crystal meth and prescription drugs for which he did not have a prescription. The vehicle was also searched and numerous items used in the packaging, sale of illicit drugs and use of the drugs were also located. The man and female passenger were arrested and held in custody. On July 17, the woman was released and the man appeared in court and was remanded into custody pending further court proceedings.

Damage to fire training centre

On July 20, police received a report of mischief to property on the 200 block of Waters Place in Courtenay. There have been several complaints in the past months of damage to the new fire training centre. The damage ranges from spray painting to damage to the fire equipment in the centre. If you know who is responsible for these acts of mischief you are asked to contact the Comox Valley RCMP at 250-338-1321. To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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Patience indeed a virtue when behind the wheel

ith the crashes seen lately on the region’s highways and arterial roads, and even the fender benders on the commute and in parking lots, it’s clear something is happening. We wonder if drivers’ attention spans are diminished this time of year or if some more scientific reason exists for what seems to be an increased number of traffic incidents. For certain, at this time of year many of us are anxious to get to our destinations, whether it be work or shopping, heading out for holidays or travelling to the homes of friends or relatives for an evening or weekend barbecue or gathering. Regardless of the journey’s end, it’s worth taking a little extra time to plan ahead for the travel, whether it be the route you’re taking, the time you depart or a combination of the two. Both can pose challenges with more people on the roads, and create unnecessary stress that often leads to aggressive and unsafe driving actions. We’ve all seen people passing when it’s unsafe, driving at overly high speeds or tailgating, to name a few indiscretions. If no crash or mishap occurs as a result of such behaviours, the people victimized by such aggressive driving can count themselves lucky. But that’s not always the case. As the popular bumper sticker states, “Failure to plan on your part does not dictate an emergency on my part.” How true. Demonstrating patience is not necessarily taught by driving schools or listed in any handbook, but it’s a critically important aspect of defensive driving. Preventing all examples of dangerous driving on the highway or lower-speed roads is impossible, so we have to ensure we’re prepared for the possibility of encountering bad drivers. Keep an eye on the road ahead, including the traffic directly in front of you, and scan side to side, in case you’re going to miss the traffic light. Anticipating what other drivers are going to do, or could do, will go a long ways toward ensuring the safety of yourself and any passengers you might have in the vehicle. At the very least, remember to breathe when behind the wheel. You’ll get there eventually, even without driving like a knucklehead. – Black Press

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VICTORIA – Have you noticed the latest degradation of standards on TV news? In addition to sensational depictions of crime, accidents and celebrities, the lineup now incorporates any nonsense that is momentarily “viral” on the Internet. So it was with an online petition singling out Swiss food corporation Nestlé, which operates a water bottling plant near Hope. It’s the largest in B.C., one of many that bottle the province’s water and sell it back to a gullible public. This petition is courtesy of SumOfUs, one of those self-appointed environmental watchdogs that seem to pop up like mushrooms overnight. “Fighting for people over profits,” they claim, pitching for donations. The story has what U.S. comedian Stephen Colbert calls “truthiness.” That’s when something is false, but it “feels” true. “Nestlé is about to suck B.C. dry – for $2.25 per million litres to be exact,” says the SumOfUs headline. Using her keen sense of what’s superficially popular, Premier Christy Clark instantly called for a review of these low rates for selling the people’s water.

of which contradict so-called environmentalists.) King notes that the bottling plant uses less than one per cent of the flow through Kawkawa Lake: “If Nestlé stopped operating (and put its 75 employees out of work and stopped paying municipal taxes) would there be more water for the rest of us?” he writes. “Absolutely not. Kawkawa Lake drains its excess water into the Fraser River, which drains into the Strait of Georgia. Neither the Fraser River at Hope nor the Strait of Georgia is particularly short of water, even in the driest of years.” Clark made one useful contribution, when asked about this urgent non-issue by those seeking to further sensationalize the current drought and forest fires. She correctly noted that most B.C. residents have access to the best tap water in the world, and have no need for bottled water. Nestlé, Perrier, Coke, Pepsi and other companies have done a fantastic job of convincing people that their drinking water has to be delivered in bottles from some mythical pure source. Here’s a tip, Nestlé critics: Fill a jug with water and stick it in the fridge. Fight the corporations.

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It then fell to Environment Minister Mary Polak to explain what’s really going on. “People keep saying there’s a deal with Nestlé,” Polak told reporters. “There isn’t. They pay the same as any other industrial user, in fact the highest industrial rate, and it goes for anything from hydraulic fracturing to bottled water, those involved in mining for example, any of those heavy industrial uses.” And why is that rate so low? It’s because the province takes great pains not to “sell” water, which would make it a commodity under trade agreements, like oil or minerals. That would surrender provincial control, and allow the U.S. to press for equal access to Canadian water. “You’re buying the right to use the water,” Polak said. “I know it sounds crazy to the public, but we call it a rental – a water rental. There’s a reason we use that language, because we are very careful to avoid any suggestion that by paying this amount, you therefore own that water. “That reserves for us the right at any time, for a compelling public need, to say stop. It doesn’t matter if you have a licence.” As for the brazenly false claim that Nestlé is sucking B.C. dry, I’m indebted to a real environmental professional named Blair King for explaining this. (His blog, achemistinlangley.blogspot.ca, offers useful technical explanations of issues in the news, many

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Art:

Pearl Ellis Gallery in Comox presents - “Kindred Spirits - A Show & Sale by Judi Pedder and Sheryl Fremlin” from July 21 – Aug. 9. 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.). FIRST NATIONS ART AT CVAG - The Comox Valley Art Gallery has three separate exhibits featuring First Nations Art, running until Sept. 5. The art gallery is at 580 Duncan Ave. in Courtenay. AIR ART - Preceding the 2015 Comox Valley Airshow, photographer Bryan Walwork will show an exhibition of aircraft images at Whyte’s Framing and Gallery in Comox. The display will run from Saturday, July 18 to Friday, July 31. The gallery is located at 1225 Lazo Road in Comox (phone 250-339-3366). NATURAL IMPRESSIONS Rosemarie Schafer, watercolour artist from Calgary and Denman Island, presents “Natural Impressions”. Rosemarie will have on display approximately 20 framed paintings, most with an ocean theme featuring Denman Island, Hornby Island, Quatsino Sound and Bamfield. Denman Arts Centre Gallery at 1016 Northwest Road, Denman Island. Opening night, July 23. Show runs July 24-Aug. 4. DRAC’S KASTLE - AVANH’s graffiti art show captures a small time frame spanning the years of 2011 to 2013 at Drac’s Kastle, where she recorded ephemeral artworks by herself and other unknown artists. Her show is the current feature at the Gate House and Gallery, 3273 3rd St., Cumberland. Gas, food and lodging - is a collection by Jablonski-Jones that examines precisely those three things, in her trademark style. Red Tree Specialty Coffee 2456 Rosewall Cres. (TinTown) Courtenay

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take on 101 Dalmations, where dalmatian pups are waiting for their humans to come and claim them for their own. The play, featuring a cast aged 5-12 years old runs July 24 at 7 p.m. and July 25 at 1 p.m. at Gagliardi Academy at 1475 Noel Ave. Tickets at the door. For more information contact theatreworks@shaw.ca or 250 792-2031 WIZARD OF OZ (jr.) - Rainbow Youth Theatre presentation, “The Wizard of Oz (Jr.)” runs July 23-26 with three evening performances (7 p.m.) and two 2 p.m. matinees (July 25 and 26). Tickets are $10 per person and are available from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at Mark R. Isfeld Secondary School, the Laughing Oyster Bookstore and Red Carpet Consignment.

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NOT QUITE AC/DC - One of the most unique tribute bands out there, BC/DC gives you everything you want in a tribute band; the great music, but a little comedy as well. Tickets $17 advance at Bop City, the Waverley Hotel, by phone 250-336-8322 or online at CumberlandVillageWorks.com MAD HATTERS BALL Inaugural event at Mex Pub features cold drinks, great company and dance music with the Valley’s very own rock ‘n’ rolling Rangers. Starts 9:30 p.m. with prizes for best hats.

Sunday, July 26 GEORGIA STRAIGHT JAZZ Society and the Anderton Therapeutic Gardens Society presenting a Summer Jazz Concert Series at the Gardens on Anderton. The first show, starting at 2:30 p.m., features bilingual jazz vocalist Heather Keizur and pianist Steve Christofferson.

Monday July 27 WHIST FOR SENIORS Whist night at Courtenay Recreation’s Florence Filberg Centre. Whist starts at 7:30 p.m. 20 hands of play, door prizes, snacks and good fun! New players welcome. $2 per person, members only.

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Busy intersection unsafe for pedestrians

Dear editor, You almost read about me in the paper or heard about me on the radio yesterday. But not for an achievement of mine, but because I was almost a statistic. And it wasn’t the first time at this particular intersection. Every day I walk from North Island College to Tim Hortons at the corner of Lerwick and Ryan. You would think people leaving the Home Depot parking lot across the street would notice someone in a crosswalk, but drivers aren’t noticing pedestrians in this area for whatever reason. Lerwick has four lanes of traffic. I had already walked past one lane on my way to Tim Horton’s when I see a car coming from Home Depot. He was turning left and he wasn’t slowing down. I ran. Fast. I barely got out of the way in time. Not once did I see him look my way. This wasn’t the first time I was almost hit in this intersection, however this was the first time I physically had to run for my safety. I have even had near misses when there were flag people working in the intersection. I’m sure you hear their horror stories. Yesterday’s incident made me realize that I needed to make a formal complaint as this intersection is getting worse. And now, as I’m writing this I get word that someone was hit in this intersection today. A construction worker from the hospital, who was wearing his safety gear. If drivers aren’t noticing a man wearing a fluorescent vest with a giant X on it, then you know that they truly aren’t expecting, or even looking out for, pedestrians in the area. As this entire area is known to be dangerous for pedestrians, cyclists,

and even other cars, I hope that the City of Courtenay will look at ways to improve the safety of the Lerwick corridor. No one wants to become, or wants their loved one to be, a statistic. Teresa Edgar Courtenay

More needs to be done to put an end to homelessness

Dear editor, I see three types of homeless, and the associations who work with them are obviously not working out. 1. Those who want to work - need a job, bedroom and a key. A motel might work until they are established. 2. Those addicted to drugs or alcohol - need confinement, therapy, and some training. 3. Those who suffer mentally, can and do, commit serious crimes - need a locked institution. Some can be dangerous, and capable of killing, but refuse help. They want freedom without rules, or run away. Smarter ones have committed a small crime to allow them to be held and force-treated ... in a locked institution, where they are happy and kept busy working. Where have our mental institutions gone? Why are we not able to force therapy? Do we need new bylaws? Why are they in the larger cities like Vancouver and Toronto where none of us can afford to live? Are criminals given rights and freedoms while our sweet parents (seniors) are forced, often neglected and abused? Who needs to sign for a “drugged criminal” to be committed? Give the associations power or replace them. This is a large enough province to find space to house our homeless. Help those in need of a locked institution, in any city. Those in need of work should be easier to place. Please do something now, and

stop the “talking” and looking for magic. Set down a system with rules. Once this is solved, you may consider following with a system all across Canada. Some people keep moving from city to city. One type of system with the same protocol and rules: Always a place to stay, with food and therapy; bylaws stating that loitering is prohibited here (in Canada); a home for everyone, and everyone in their place. Mary Dicerni Courtenay

Sept. 3 is ideal time to pay tribute to Merchant Navy

Dear editor, Recently we celebrated the 70th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. I believe this to be the perfect opportunity to remind us all of the sacrifices made by the men of the Merchant Navy. The Canadian Merchant Navy lost over 1,700 seamen during the Second World War. The British Merchant Navy lost in excess of 32,000, the highest per capita rate of the other forces. During the conflict, the Merchant Navy saw continuous action in the longest battle of the war, the Battle of the Atlantic. Part of Churchill’s speech, at the end of the war, included the following comment: “If blood was the price we had to pay for our freedom, the men of the Merchant Navies, have paid in full.’ Sept. 3 is designated in Canada and and the rest of the Commonwealth as Merchant Navy Day. In honour of our war dead I respectfully request the Red Ensign is flown from City Hall and our Royal Canadian Legions. Dennis McGuckin (MN retired) Comox Valley

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FEED provides fresh idea and fresh food ■ Scott Stanfield scott.stanfield @comoxvalleyrecord.com

Patients at St. Joseph’s General Hospital, residents at Glacier View Lodge and students at North Island College are enjoying freshly picked vegetables, thanks to a project geared at increasing the supply of local food in public institutions. The project — dubbed FEED (Food, Environment and Economic Development) Comox Valley — is establishing a new food model for institutions that is not dependent on imported vegetables from the U.S. “It is time to re-localize our food system and revitalize our economy,” said project lead Sandra Hamilton, who would like to see the creation of a regional food hub in the Valley. But is there enough local demand within 100 kilometres to instal warehousing, cold storage and other necessary infrastructure? “The next step is a peel and chop facility,” Hamilton said. “All of that is jobs. It’s an exciting conversation.” By going direct from the farm to the hospital, she

says the farmer gets the highest price possible, at the same price the hospital is already paying, “We in British Columbia have the highest percentage of old farmers — I think it’s 60 per cent over 60 — but more worryingly, we have the lowest percentage in Canada of young farmers, which is 0.6 per cent under 40. “What are we going to do to make it viable for the next generation? That’s why the hospitals and the seniors homes are such an important market because they provide stability of demand.” She notes the predictability of institutions in terms of patients/residents, number of beds and diet, which is usually on a two or four-week rotation. “You can define it a year in advance,” Hamilton said. St Joe’s and Glacier View purchases tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce and potatoes from Sieffert’s Farm, as well as carrots, onions and peppers. “Sieffert’s grows lovely lettuce, and the baby potatoes taste like butter,” said Wanda McMillan, director of nutritional services. “We’re thrilled to be supporting our local farmers. We’re getting the products at a much quicker rate…We’re somewhat limited on what’s available. They pick it one day and they deliver it to us the next day.” Island Health is awaiting the outcomes of the pilot FEED project.

“We’re very supportive of getting local food into hospitals, and using more local foods,” said Lynn Nabata, director of food services for Island Health. “We’re looking forward to working with Sandra more in the future.” Hamilton notes the need for more volume to supply further institutions, such as the new regional hospital under construction by the college. “We have one more growing season before the new hospital opens,” she said. Come fall, Hamilton hopes to determine the number of carrots and potatoes needed, and to have farmers buy the seeds and grow to order next year for local institutions. “Then the farmers can plant higher volumes.” There was a time — 1950 to be exact — when farmers produced 85 per cent of the Island’s food. These days, however, an estimated 96 per cent of food is coming by fridge and ferry. The remaining four per cent is milk. “Basically, we have no capacity to feed ourselves right now,” Hamilton said. A report, Wake-Up Call: California Drought & B.C.’s Food Security, found that B.C. produce prices increased between 5.7 and 9.6 per cent last year. If these trends continue for the next five years, price increases of 25 to 50 per cent are predicted for many fruits and vegetables.

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PHOTOS: Cover - St. Joe’s kitchen staff happy to be receiving fresh food direct from local farms; opposite page - FEED Comox Valley (clockwise from left) Custom Gourmet chef Dawn McRae, NIC instructor Jen Wrye, Jaymie Collins of Vancouver Island Farm Products, FEED Comox Valley project lead Sandra Hamilton, CARTI (Centre for Applied Research, Technology and Innovation) manager Naomi Tabata and North Island College president John Bowman; above - Sieffert’s and Custom Gourmet with Jaymie Collins, left, Sandra Hamilton and Dawn McRae preparing a delivery from Sieffert’s Farm to NIC. “One of the things that sad- — which would enable farm- idea she’s pushing — signing dens me is there’s still a lot ers to bid on them, without contracts to give flexibility to of under-utilized or non-uti- numerous multi-national com- bring more local agricultural lized good quality farm land panies coming between them. product into institutions. on the east coast of Vancou“Why do we need three to “I think it’s the going-forver Island,” said Comox Valley seven multi-national food ward contracts that are the MLA Don McRae, who notes companies to get a potato into real strength that we need to the Valley’s roughly 500 farms a hospital?” she said. “What encourage farmers to advocate grow an estimated 180 of we do now is we lump these for,” he said. B.C.’s 220 agriculturHamilton said conal products. versations are start“We have the ing about how to I think it’s the going-forward conability to provide a tracts that are the real strength that we replicate the FEED huge range of prodmodel across Vanuct, let alone seafood need to encourage farmers to advocate couver Island. as well,” he said. “I for. “FEED Comox Valthink she’s (Hamley has successfully don mcrae ilton) got a great demonstrated that idea. The challenge trade agreements, she has is, too many farmers, massive contracts together. price and food safe are not even a big Comox Valley farm, The companies have to bid on the insurmountable barriers might not have the capacity to the whole thing. Fresh, local we once believed them to be,” consider this on its own…Can food needs to be pulled out of she said. they work with a handful of these contracts, so that our Hamilton has been invited other farmers to create these farmers can bid on it fair- to present proposals at the processing facilities that are ly. They don’t have access to Union of B.C. Municipalities necessary?” those contracts right now.” (UBCM) and at the AssociHamilton says health McRae said politicians ation of Vancouver Island authorities could easily aren’t the ones who sign the and Coastal Communities re-structure food contracts contracts. But he loves the (AVICC) in the fall.

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Cancer Care Expansion at St. Joseph’s is Now Complete

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■ Justin Looy - Enex Communities representative is presenting a cheque for $500.00 to support the Cardio Pulmonary services at St. Joseph’s. Pictured in the photo from left to right is Sara Ferchuk Respiratory Therapist – St. Joseph’s Hospital Beth Cosgrove Cardiology Technologist, Wanda McMillan – Department manager and Meghan Liddle - St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation. This donation will support the purchase of new stress test machines . The new machines will help shorten wait times and allows data to be stored on-line for access throughout Island Health e-Health data base system. All new equipment purchased will transfer to the new Comox Valley Hospital in 2017.

■ Left: Emterra’s VP of Operations, Ed Walsh, and Emterra Operations Manager, Dave Ross celebrated the new space with a big teddy bear and a big cheque donation of $6130.00 presented to St. Joseph’s Hospital President and CEO Jane Murphy and Maxine Bowerman - Clinical Coordinator Cancer Care. ■ Right: Every week the residents in the Courtenay, Comox and Cumberland areas put out their recycling bins for collection. The proceeds have been donated to help support the expansion of the cancer care unit at St. Joseph’s. The renovation and new equipment was needed to address the growing need for services. In 2007 when the cancer care unit was built St. Joseph’s had 1408 cancer care patient visits . Last year this number grew to over 4600. The new equipment will transfer to the new hospital in 2017. Through a one-of-a-kind, Emterra Community Care TM Program called the “Make Your Contribution at the Curb” , Emterra has committed donating to the St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation $1 per tonne of recyclables collected and presented in the region. Cumberland Mayor Leslie Baird, Courtenay Mayor Larry Jangula and Cumberland Council Roger Kishi, Emterra’s Ed Walsh and Dave Ross below are presenting the cheque for $6,130 to Lynn Dashkewytch – Executive Director St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation and St. Joseph’s Hospital President and CEO Jane Murphy.

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■ New Pulse Oximeters were donated to help upgrade the technology in the new Cardio Pulmonary Services at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Michael Seib from Island CPAP is presenting the new Oximeters to Sara Ferchuk – Respiratory Therapist and Craig Dickson – Clinical Chief Respiratory Therapy at St. Joseph’s. This new technology will enhance the level of care for patients.

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■ Janet and Duane Gee and Keith Gibson present a cheque for 1500.00 through the Investors Group Matching Gift program to Lynn Dashkewytch Executive Director St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation to help support the purchase of new Stress Test Machines. The new equipment will transfer to the new hospital in 2017. This new equipment will provide many patient benefits that include: • Decreased wait times for treatment • Highly accurate readings • Faster and more efficient testing • Allows data to be stored on-line for access throughout Island health e-health data base system

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“If you want to maintain your service and your efficiency, you have to enter a team environment, so I started with an office manager years ago to help deal with extra paperwork, booking showings, feedback, some client care and communication,” he said, “Then we brought in an associate realtor to look after buyer leads.” With office manager Terri Welsh and licensed associate Ken Osborne by his side, Williams is able to help more buyers and sellers in the Comox Valley (including Mount Washington) with his team’s hardworking and honest attitude. He is also planning to have both a home division and strata division within the Ryan Williams Real Estate Team, with Osborne specializing in the

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Oh, Yikes! Tomatoes in Jeopardy ...leave their droppings in the cavity they make and there are none in any of our damaged tomatoes. So…I need to continue with the research. Will keep you posted. But… if anyone has an idea what this critter could be, please contact me at duchessofdirt(at)

telus.net. PLEASE! Now on to our second tomato disaster…blossom end rot, or BER as it is often shortened to. We have had to cull eight young roma tomatoes. Grrr. Blossom end rot is caused by lack of calcium in the developing fruit so either there is not enough calcium in the

soil or the plant is not able to absorb it. Calcium is necessary for developing strong cell structure. A deficiency results in weakened cellular walls that will collapse as the fruit grows. This allows for rot to set in, beginning at the blossom end…the starting point for

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When the Cowboy Junkies perform July 31 at the Filberg Festival, it will be one of their first performances as members of the Canadian Music Industry Hall of Fame. The veteran Canadian band was inducted May 7. Guitarist-songwriter Michael Timmins believes it will be the first time the Junkies have played in the Comox Valley. The quartet has kept busy entering its fourth decade – amazingly with the original lineup of Timmins and siblings Margo (vocals) and Peter (drums) with friend Alan Anton (bass). “We enjoy playing together,” Michael Timmins says from Ontario in a phone interview. “We keep ourselves challenged … and that keeps us going. The main thing is, it’s still fun.” In an effort to keep their creative juices flowing, they have become uncommonly creative and innovative. “In this day and age, you’re trying to do something that’s different,” Timmins comments. “We’re always trying to keep ourselves … inspired.” The Nomad Series was four themed albums recorded in 18 months and released two years ago in a boxed set with a fifth CD of outtakes and a coffee table book. “It was really just a matter of keeping us focused on a project, a pretty massive project.” Released in 2013, the Kennedy Suite was a song cycle by Toronto poet Scott Garbe and co-produced by Timmins to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the assassination of John F. Kennedy. Currently, the Junkies are participating in Under Cover, an ongoing online project involving them and fellow Latent Recording artists.

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and popular opera-trained singer Ken Lavigne. Juno Award winners Norman Foote and siblings Matthew and Jill Barber are also on the bill. Led by acclaimed Denman Island potter Gordon Hutchens, the festival again features more than 125 of the best artisans in Canada in one of Western Canada’s largest juried outdoor arts shows. Besides the music, the talented artisans, the food, and the awesome setting on the Comox waterfront, the festival also includes a Kids’ Enchanted Forest. Gate admission is charged because the festival is the primary fundraiser for the not-for-profit organization that repairs and maintains the heritage property and buildings. For more information, visit http://filbergfestival. com, e-mail info@filbergfestival.com or phone 250941-0727. Mark Allan is a freelance writer and a former editor of the Comox Valley Record.

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Georgia Straight Jazz Society and the Anderton Therapeutic Gardens Society are once again jointly presenting a Summer Jazz Concert Series at the Gardens on Anderton. The first show is this Sunday, July 26, starting at 2:30 p.m., featuring bilingual jazz vocalist Heather Keizur and pianist Steve Christofferson in concert, direct from Portland, Ore. There’s great excitement about this event on account of Heather’s absolutely stunning performance in Courtenay last April, when she wowed the Jazz Society audience with a whole new level of sultry, expressive, soothing, and romantic classic ballads, jazz standards and authentic French chansons. She combined these with her expressive stage presentation, and interplay with pianist and vocal accompanist Christofferson. For many, it was the jazz highlight of the 2014-15 season. Don’t let the fear of sunburn and heat stroke in the open air garden setting deter you from this concert; there’s heaps of shade under large marquees, and loads of adjacent lawn areas for dancing and creating your own family and friends picnic grouping. This year, the marquees have been moved closer to the stage to create a more intimate, live atmosphere; a perfect setting to hear Heather perform her signature song Avec le Temps. For a broad range of Heather’s music, visit YouTube.

Keizur’s performances showcase a mature talent that is equally at ease with jazz standards and French chansons. Christofferson’s piano, melodica, and vocals add a powerful depth to the duo’s music. One observer said he had never seen a vocalist and pianist more in tune with one another. Christofferson is a renowned pianist, composer, and arranger. In a career spanning more than

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Saturday evening, July 25, will mark the opening of a unique opportunity for those living and visiting Hornby Island in the Comox Valley in late July/early August. “Dispossessed but Defiant: Indigenous Struggles from Around the World” is a travelling photo exhibition, made up of over 100 photos depicting different aspects of indigenous peoples’ experiences of dispossession, and their inspiring struggles to resist these processes. Spanning almost 150 years, the compelling photos of the exhibition capture the experiences of three indigenous groups: Canada’s indigenous peoples, the Palestinians and black South Africans. The struggles of indigenous peoples for human rights, equality and recognition can last generations. Although each indigenous people is unique, indigenous peoples in many parts of the world have faced similar challenges in the wake of their respective encounters with settlers of European origin and their governments, amongst others. This powerful exhibit was developed by the Canadians for Justice & Peace in the Middle East (CJPME) Foundation out of Montreal, with contributions from numerous current and archival collections in South Africa, Israel-Palestine and Canada. It’s sponsored locally by Mid-Islanders for Justice & Peace in the Middle East (MIJPME), in the belief that art can awaken awareness of our common humanity, and cause us to envision a brighter future despite the bleakness of past practices. The event will be launched with a reception at Joe King Ballpark Clubhouse, Saturday, July 25, 7-9 p.m., with live music by jazz musicians Tony Wilson and Friends, cash bar and refreshments. The exhibit will be open to the public from 10 a.m. - noon and 4 – 6 p.m. each day until Aug. 8. For more information on the exhibit, phone 250-335-2272. For more information on Mid-Islanders for Justice & Peace in the Middle East, phone 250-331-9391.

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SPORTS Wilroc Lite Sprints set pace at Saratoga Speedway Perfect track conditions Saturday made for some amazing racing at Saratoga Speedway as 16 Wilroc Lite Sprint cars highlighted a full night of action. Early dash race wins went to #5 Darren Larson, #18 Austen Hack, #60 Evan McLuckie, #45 Darren Monk, #32 Ryan Orchard and #44 Tim Openshaw, who took home the Wilroc Lite “Dash for cash”, winning himself $100. Heat race action saw #87 Boston Larson take home the 10-lap Bomber heat, with the 10-lap Roadrunner heat going to #66 Nick Leavitt. There was a season-high 36 Hornet cars, with heat wins going to #14 Jacob Ferrier, #11 Dana Vogel, #53 Rowland Westra and #12 Raymond Fortier. Two fast 10-lap Wilroc Lite heats saw #22s Dave Emmerson take home the first with the other #22 Mike Haslam winning the second. The 20-lap Bomber main featured a tight battle between Boston, #9 Darrel Larson and #98 Rob Gaudreault, with Boston grabbing the lead on lap seven en route to his second main event win of the year. Second went to uncle Darrel and third to father Darren. The 20-lap Roadrunner main was a tight battle between #66

Duane Zeinstra (08) gets nudged by Stewart Lee (48) during Wilroc Lite Sprint racing Saturday night at Saratoga PHOTO BY fernando pereira Speedway. Nick Leavitt and #88 Ryan Guest, with Leavitt holding off Guest to take his first main event win of the year, snapping Guest’s six main event winning streak. Due to unsportsmanlike conduct on and off the track, Saratoga promoter Paul Hargrave has banned the #99 Roadrunner and driver Dennis Leavitt per-

manently from the speedway. Twenty-five cars entered the 25-lap Hornet B main event. Points leader Westra led the first 15 laps until #81 Andy Inglis made his move and won his second main event win of the year. Westra was second and #08 Trey Woolcock third. The 25-lap Hornet A main event saw #12 Raymond Fortier

jump to an early lead and pull away for the win. The real battle ensued for second, third and fourth between #51 Nate Bonn, #98 Nigel Neufeld and #05 Luke Dixon, with Bonn holding off Dixon for second. All 16 cars took to the track for the Wilroc Lite 30-lap main event which saw over 13 passes

throughout the pack over the course of the race. Cautions forced some of the main contenders out of the race early, opening the door for #15s Mark Stuart, who had the race in the bag until yet another caution put points leader #33 Jeff Montgomery on his back bumper. Montgomery passed Stuart on lap 20 and held off a hardcharging field to take home the win, with second going to #22h Mike Haslam and third to Stuart. EXTRA LAPS This weekend the Old Time Modified Stock cars will be back at the Speedway for the second time this season … these beautiful oneof-a-kind cars range in years from the 1920s to the 1930s … accompanying them will be the I.M.C.A Modifieds, Dwarf cars and the Bomber cars … only two more weekends until the highly regarded Monster Truck Weekend returns, and 17-year-old Rosalee Rosner is set to make her B.C. debut in Wild Flower … her father, Kelvin Rosner, will be making his return to the Speedway; Kelvin tore up the local track in 2009 in Time Flys, rolling it over in his first run of the evening … Blown Income and Tow Monster will round out the show … – Saratoga Speedway

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Comox Valley’s Chris Winkelaar (left) in action at a recent running of the 4 Mile Road Race.

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On BC Day, as part of Comox Nautical Days celebrations, the Comox Valley Road Runners are holding a 4 Mile Road Race through the streets of Comox. This is the longest continuously held race in British Columbia and this year will be the 46th annual running of the event. The race starts at 9 a.m. Monday, Aug. 3 at Comox Town Hall, 1809 Beaufort Ave., Comox. Registration is on the day at the Town Hall between 8-8:45 a.m., with a fee of $10 for all, making this one of the best value-for-money races on the Island. Age category awards for all ages, as well as a

prize for the first male and fort Avenue, Comox Avenue, female runner, are included Balmoral Avenue, Torrence in the entry fee, together Road, Noel Avenue, Linwith tasty post-race refresh- shart Road, Anderton Road ments and exciting draw and finishes on Comox Aveprizes. nue. For T h e safety event is reasons Join us in a fun race as f a m i l y part of a great holiday event strollorientand and support your local commu- ers ed, with pets are t h e nity in the process. not perm a j o rmitted. ity of participants taking For those not wishing to part to enjoy the fun aspect race, you can take in the finof the event. However, for ish then watch the parade those wishing to take the as both occur on Comox Aveevent seriously it is a fast nue. The remainder of the course over an unusual dis- day is full of fun, family tance (4 miles = approxi- oriented activities. mately 6.5 kilometres). Proceeds from the race The route is along Beau- are used by CVRR to sup-

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If you are taking children fishing I recommend some simple flounder fishing in the 30- to 100-foot depths over sandy bottoms such as off the Oyster River all along our coastline to the Qualicum Rivers. Added to the fun aspect, the larger ones around 12 inches produce two delicious fillets that are simply among

Ralph Shaw is a master fly fisherman who was awarded the Order of Canada in 1984 for his conservation efforts. In 20 years of writing a column in the Comox Valley Record it has won several awards.

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Thomas â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cliveâ&#x20AC;? Rye Born April 2, 1964 in Cumberland, BC. Died suddenly on July 12, 2015 at age 51 in his home in Royston. Clive was predeceased by his father Glen Rye, his grandparents Lenore & Clive Banks, grandparents Joe and Dorothy Rye, as well as his Aunt Carol, Uncle Bob, cousins Lance and Lawrence. Clive is survived by his beloved soulmate Anita, his children Skyler and Jeremy (Kelsey), his mother Pat (Joe), brother Joe (Terry), sister Laurie, aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews, and many many dear ďŹ ends. Clive was a charismatic, jovial, colourful man who befriended almost everyone he met. He was a no-holds-barred, pull no punches type of personality, and that is what drew people to him, along with his neverending hilarious stories and experiences of his short, but interesting life. The mold was broken when Clive was created. He will be truly missed by many, many people. He left his mark in this life Clive was a hard worker and a hard player. He loved hunting and ďŹ shing, but mostly he loved puttering in his back yard with a cold Budweiser in hand. He was a homebody & loved to tend to his house and his yard, and dote on his two beloved cats â&#x20AC;&#x201C; he loved them dearly (imagine that!). There will be no service or gathering as per Cliveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wishes. He would only wish that everyone have a beer in his honour. Wherever Clive has gone, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure he is surrounded by loved ones and friends. You will be dearly missed. Happy trails, Clive. xo

Herman Eugen Harms August 1, 1928 - July 15, 2015

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Herman Eugen Harms (Menne) born in Holle, Germany in 1928, passed away peacefully in his home in Courtenay, BC with his loving wife and family by his side. Herman was just short of his 87th year. Herman is survived by his wife of 62 years, Gina, children Doris (John), Patsy (Rimka), Judy (Bob), Ron (Noreen), Brent and Christine (Russell). Herman is also survived by siblings Geherd (Leoni), Otto (Marlene), Hanna (Gunter), and Hilda (Rick). He was predeceased by siblings Karl, Helga, Ursula. Herman took pride in his numerous grandchildren: Karissa, Reuben, Shiloh, Evangeline, Elisha, Mandy, Melanie, Alois, Perry, Chad, Colin, Dilon, Jeremy, Tyrone, Reese, Jenna, his great grandchildren: Layne, Isabelle, Shylee, Miika, Aaiden, Kieran, Noah, Tyvannah, Tiahna. He was also loved dearly by his many nieces and nephews. Hermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greatest joy was his large, extended family with whom he always showed a genuine interest and a loving heart. Herman and Gina emigrated to Canada in 1953 working originally in Bralorne, BC, at Pioneer Gold Mine. Three years later they moved to beautiful Vancouver Island and bought a farm in Black Creek. After working for Elk River Timber and Crown Zellerbach Pulp and Paper Mill, Hermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entrepreneurial spirit took him on a path of several business endeavours. After many years of work, Herman and his devoted wife Gina eventually retired in Courtenay. Herman had an active mind and a full life. He enjoyed ďŹ shing and to his ďŹ nal days still dreamed of catching â&#x20AC;&#x153;a big oneâ&#x20AC;?. Large family gatherings brought him joy as well as camping, gardening, tinkering in the back yard, and watching German soccer and Canadian hockey. Herman enjoyed chess until late in life. Herman and Gina enjoyed many music concerts together and would travel many miles to attend a good Jazz festival. In later years Herman also travelled extensively by driving, ďŹ&#x201A;ying or cruising exploring the world always with his best friend and devoted wife Gina by his side. Herman lived a full and long life and cherished each day until the very end with an indomitable spirit. His ďŹ nal words were â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am still hereâ&#x20AC;? and we know you still are. A special thanks to Dr. Nancy McFadden, Dr. A. Croome, The Living Room Pharmacy, the staff at the Cumberland Dialysis Centre for their kind and exemplary care over many years. Hermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family and friends will be gathering for a Celebration of Hermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Life at the Black Creek Hall on August 2nd from 1:00pm - 4:00 pm. Family and friends are welcome to attend. Memorial donations may be made in Hermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s honour to the BC Kidney Foundation or to the Comox Valley Hospice Society.

Alma â&#x20AC;&#x153;Murielâ&#x20AC;? Mezovari After a long and full life our mother passed away at the age of 90. A wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother, and friend. She was always loved and will be dearly missed. A special thank you to the staff in Transitional Care at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital in Comox. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, a donation to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated. Memorial service will be held July 23, 2015 at 1:30 PM at the Faith Lutheran Church 1688 McPhee Ave, Courtenay.

Margaret Isabel Williamson 1930 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2015 It is with great sadness and much love that we say goodbye to Margaret our loving mother, sibling, grandmother, aunt, and friend. Survived by: son Alan Williamson (Joann), daughter Janet Wynn (Todd), sister Betty Butchart (Clint), brother Peter Reid (Heather), sister-in-law Joy Carwithen, & beloved grandchildren Janelle, Jennifer, Amanda, Lyndea, Colton, Carlea. Seven beloved nieces/nephews and several great nieces/nephews. Pre-deceased in 2005 by much-loved niece Christine Reid. Margaret passed on in Courtenay B.C. on Sunday, July 12, 2015. Born in Comox, B.C., she was the eldest daughter of Miriam & James Reid of Merville B.C. She worked at the T. Eaton store in Courtenay prior to entering nurses training at the Vancouver General Hospital where she graduated in 1953. Margaret dedicated her life to helping others and will be dearly missed by all of those whose hearts she touched. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers donations may be made to the local Cancer Society.

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Margaret Winnifred Trotter (nee Cearley) Feb. 15, 1922 -July 17, 2015 Mother passed on peacefully at the Comox Valley Seniors Center where she was quick to point out, â&#x20AC;&#x153;there are an awful lot of old people here do you think I will ďŹ t inâ&#x20AC;?. She wasÂˇan Island girl for sure, born in Duncan and spent her entire life living and working in the logging industry as cook, timekeeper, ďŹ rst aid, and whatever else was needed. She was predeceased in 2009 by husband Harry, a great marriage of 70 yrs, daughters Harlene (Lloyd Hooper) 1999 and Sadie in 1941, Sister Betty (Lou Buchanan). Survived by son Floyd (Sarah) and 8 grandchildren Douglas & A-J Trotter, Deborah (James Donohue), Laura, Sarah, John (Diane) Hooper, Brenda (Joseph SchaeďŹ&#x201A;i) and Linda Thompson. 9 great grandchildren Craig, Cory, Jackson, Nicholas, Chase, Carter, Ty, Ethan, Gavin, and nephew Greg (Sheila) Buchanan and many more nephews and nieces in Washington State. Mother outlived most of her friends but did have some very special support of dear friends Doris and Harry Squire, and Anne and Larry Neil to ease her passing. Family and friends enjoyed many a day over the 20 years at the folks ďŹ sh camp in Telegraph Cove and the support they received from Gord, Leo and the Kennedyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fish on, Harry get the net!â&#x20AC;? The family wishes to extend our gratitude to the care-givers at Berwick, The Views and these last 3 years at CVSC especially Vanessa, Dawn, Molly, AI, Kasey, Trudy, Lorna, George and the other super staff who provide care that is exemplary. Also thanks to Dr. Musgrave and Dr. Gee for their many years of keeping this pioneer above the ground and in our hearts. No service by request.

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Louise Currey June 12, 1932 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; July 16, 2015

We are sad to announce the passing of Louise Currey on July 16, 2015 at The Views extended care in St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital, Comox, BC. Louise was born in Roblin, Manitoba and grew up in the small town of Makoroff, Manitoba. She enjoyed the companionship of her younger sister Edna and loving parents Stan and Violet Boyce. Louise fell in love with the boy next door, Merle Currey, and they were married on February 22, 1951. At the time she was pursuing her teacherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s diploma, where she taught young children in a rural setting close to the Boggy Creek in Manitoba.Â She and Merle soon moved to Winnipeg and had three sons: Garry, Robert and Randy. Merle worked for the CNR and was stationed to Dauphin with Louise and the three boys. Soon after, their daughter Deanna was born. The young familyÂ enjoyed many return trips to visit her sister Edna and family on their farm near Roblin, Manitoba. They eventually moved back to Winnipeg where they enjoyed friends and family for many years. Louise enjoyed winter cross country skiing, golfing, tobogganing, curling, dancing, music and socializing with family and friends. Louise and Merle retired and built a home on Lake of the Woods with their son Randy and enjoyed years together on the lake.Â Mom enjoyed bird watching, canoeing, wildlife viewing, walks with Merle and her close ties to the neighbours on the lake.Â She was especially dedicated to her Sunday church services on a tiny island close by and could not wait to have family and friends show up for weekends and summer holidays. Louise and Merle traveled each winter from Lake of the Woods to spend winters in Comox close to their daughter Deanna and her two boys Graham and Daniel. Louise and Merle eventually moved to Comox, BC full time where Louise made close friends through her neighbours and the Comox United.Â Louise suffered the last several years with Rheumatoid Arthritis. Therefore she dropped many of the activities she enjoyed but found comfort in her faith, walks to the ocean, birds, music and always the love of close friends and family.Â Louise and Merle enjoyed the birth of their great-grandchildren Ilan and Oslo. Mom carried herself with grace and treated everyone with respect. Sadly, she was taken home to her family that left this world before her.Â Louise so often prayed for her family and friends to be watched over. She was happiest bringing her family together during her favourite years at her home on Rush Bay, Lake of the Woods. Long live her memory. She was a beautiful person and will be missed.

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LARRY PASALUKO Larry Pasaluko passed from this world about seven pm. on Wednesday July 15, 2015 in the Comox St Joseph's hospital. Many thanks to wonderful caregivers there. Larry is survived by his wife of 62 years Alice, and daughters Pat, Gail, Joan and Chris, and sons Tony, Craig, and Larry Junior. Predeceased by his parents Peter and Ann, and infant daughter Sally. Survived by sisters Marjorie, Dorothy, Patricia, and Chris. Larry was born in Pine Falls, Manitoba in 1928. He served in the merchant marine during the war, and after the war in the Royal Canadian Navy. Larry used to send home souvenirs to family members from around the world. After the war he returned home to work in Pine Falls as a paper maker with Abatibi paper where his father worked as a millwright. He worked in the paper industry very successfully, quitting 13 times to travel, and always being rehired for his quality of service. Larry was an outdoorsman - a hunter, a fisherman, and BS'er. Larry's main passions included hunting, fishing, golf, and his family (including his dogs). Larry will be remembered for his sense of humour, such things as the Dayglo fishing lure earrings; his Duck Dynasty ball cap; and driving to the golf course with a long wig and sunglasses to see his golf buddies. Larry never hesitated to share his strong political views with anyone through shared emails or letters to the editor via his L.H. Pas handle. Donations in Larry's memory may be addressed to the Heart and Stroke Association. The family was blessed to be with Larry during his last hours and he will be long remembered. Dai Bozhe! A funeral mass was held at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Chapel on July 22nd. Father George Helou. Arrangements by Toneff Funeral Services

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Happy Birthday, Dad! What a special day for a very special man. Rupert Fox is 91 years young on July 23, 2015! All our love and best wishes, Cass and Gordie (Brown)

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It is with great sadness that the family of Katherine Voth announces her passing quietly and peacefully on May 17, 2015 at the Abbotsford Regional Hospital. Katherine was pre-deceased by her husband, Pete, in 1992, her parents, her sisters Susan and Rosalind and her brother John. Katherine lived her 93 years surrounded by an amazing family and group of friends. Born in Nikoliapol, Ukraine, Katherine came to Canada at the age of 4. Her family settled in Saskatchewan where she lived until entering Normal School. She is survived by one sister, Annie, two daughters, Diane (Glen) Cleveland and Lee (Gary) Blandino, grandchildren Darin (Nola) and Janice Muir, Brent (Diane) and Byron (Christine) Blandino, great grandchildren Hannah and Olivia Muir, Xander and Eden Blandino and many nieces and nephews. Katherine retired from her teaching career in 1983 at the age of 61. She was a professional in a time when many women did not work outside the home. Katherine was known to have taught many students to read, write and do arithmetic in the Black Creek schools. Teaching was her calling and her passion. She taught her students to be persistent in learning and to “never give up”. Her personal love of learning, her patience, and a desire to share what she learned with others made her an exceptional teacher. She would identify with the words of Mother Teresa: I’ve always said that I feel like a pencil in God’s hand, that it is He who has done everything. It has all been His work. In her retirement years she enjoyed traveling to many different countries first with her husband, Pete and when he passed away her traveling companion became her sister Annie. Until recently Hawaii continued to be a favorite annual travel location. She loved revisiting photos, cards and letters that she had gathered over the years. She cherished the memories of her full and busy life. The last entry in her daily journal was written on the morning of the day she died. She was very special to her grandchildren and great grandchildren. It gave her great pleasure to chat with them, play SkipBo, do puzzles and have tea parties with them. Katherine will be remembered for her deeply grounded faith in Jesus Christ, her acceptance of all people, giving of her talents and time to others doing community and church work, and her extraordinary love and care for her family. She is dearly missed by her family and friends and has left us with a legacy of wonderful memories and love. Katherine’s Celebration of Life was held in Abbotsford, BC on May 21, 2015 and the interment occurred in the Chilliwack Cemetaries. Memorial donations can be made to Bible Study Fellowship BSFInternational.org. Tributes and condolences can be left at www.hendersonssabbotsfordfunerals.com.

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Nelia passed away peacefully with family by her side at Cumberland Lodge on Thursday July 16th. Nelia is survived by her 5 children Geoff (Anne, Halifax), Barbara (Courtenay), John (Brenda, Edmonton), Alan (Brenda, Harrison), and Veronica (Penticton). She has 16 grandchildren: Tracey (Peter), Tara (Chris), Mark (Shanda), Michael (Kim), Silvie (Kevin), Davon (Adam), Nolan, Keith (Jen), Zach, Nicole, Devon, Quin, Andre, Renee, Rachel, Jonathan; 13 great grandchildren: Mark, Michael, Amanda, Aaron, Caitlyn, Kimberly, Aydrian, Breyann, Justyn, Tyanna, Austin, Isaac, Daxtyn; and 1 great-great grandchild: Nolan. Additionally, there are many nieces and nephews in Canada and Switzerland, and the many friends who were thought of as family. She was well-loved and will be dearly missed by her extended circle of family and friends. Nelia was born and grew up part of a large family in Wohlen, Switzerland. In her early 20s, during the Second World War, she was a nurse in Britain. After the war she came to Canada as a widow with her infant son Geoff. In BC, she met and married Bob Callander, had 4 more children and lived in the Fraser Valley for many years before coming to the Comox Valley in 1980. In the Comox Valley, Nelia has touched the lives of many people over the years, sharing her knowledge of cooking, sewing and gardening with others. Her creativity and welcoming personality were a focal point for the many family and friends who congregated at her home for Sunday dinners, holidays, and other celebrations until well into her 90s. Her elegant poise and manners belied her wit and the underlying prankster that she was! She spent many years participating in the community. She gave many hours of volunteer time to various organisations, including the early days of the Anderton Therapeutic Gardens. These gardens are where we will have a celebration of her life. Please join us at the Gardens from 1-3:30 pm on Saturday July 25th, 2015. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Anderton Therapeutic Gardens Society (www.gardensonanderton.org).

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Jayson Blair Wenzoski It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jayson Blair Wenzoski on July 6, 2015 at the age of 32. He was an amazing son to Irene Robertson (Rod), and Robbin Wenzoski (Laura), who was a talented artist and an avid reader. Grandson to Tony & Ethel Wenzoski, Gizella & Les Markus. Brother to Diona Davies, Tony Wenzoski. Cousins Shawn Snider, Tashina Wenzoski, Gordon Wenzoski, Charity Gray, Jayna Tatton, Alan Gray, Shawn Markus, (Chelcy) Brooklyn, Melanie (Steve), Lisa (Savannah), Katherine Markus & Jessica Markus. Uncles Rick Wenzoski, Les Markus, Steven Markus, Alex Markus. Aunts Rhoda Markus, Missy Markus, Shawna Gray, Cheryl Snider, Chrissy Wenzoski, and countless other family in Canada and Hungary. He never gave up, his courage to have fought for so long and who gave hope to so many that suffer from GP(gastroparisis).Thank you to all who supported him through the GP sites. He is no longer in pain and in the arms of his grandmas Ethel & Gizella in Heaven.

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OPEN HOUSE

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

UNDER $100

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WE WOULD LIKE TO INVITE FAMILY & FRIENDS TO AN:

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

Details are: COURTENAY LEGION UPSTAIRS,

You are an inspiration to us all as we watch you

Your family loves & cherishes you.

HOME REPAIRS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

July 17, 1965-2015

Trudy & Evert Holm July 28th, 1945

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

You are invited to

Potluck, cash bar, entertainment. No gifts please.

70 Anniversary

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

GARYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S 80TH BIRTHDAY PARTY.

Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re older today than yesterday, but younger than tormorrow!

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

CARPENTRY

Keep smiling SANDRA

60th

No job too small!

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We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

.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

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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REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

FOR SALE BY OWNER

HOMES FOR RENT

TOWNHOUSES

APARTMENT/CONDO

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

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LOTS COURTENAY LOT level, 2883 Gatehouse Place, for sale by owner. 250-203-0099

REAL ESTATE SERVICES Are you currently a Licensed REALTORÂŽ or are you taking the UBC Real Estate Trading Services Course? If you are looking for a great brokerage, give us a call. Coast Realty Group Comox Valley offers you a dynamic management team and a friendly work atmosphere with Professional Realtors. For further details, call Mark Anderson at 250-897-3999 or email mbanderson@ coastrealty.com today to ďŹ nd out if Coast Realty Group is the right ďŹ t for you

RENTALS MOBILE HOMES & PADS 2BDRM MOBILE, Dove Creek area, 4 appls. Lge yard & garage. Suit quiet single or couple. N/S. Pets neg $600/mth Avail Sept 1st. 250334-4977

www.pennylane.bc.ca

LARGE FAMILY HOME 6 bdrm, 2 bath, 8 appls, in-law suite, large wired workshop, fenced yard, carport, N/S, sm pet neg. w/refs, Avail. Aug 1 - $1,500/mth CLOSE TO QUALITY FOODS 2 bdrm, 1 bath rancher, 5 appls, gas F/P, garage, partially fenced yard, N/S, No pets, Avail. Sep 1- $1,200/mth OCEANVIEW RANCHER 2 bdrm & den, 2 bath, 5 appls, wood F/P, fam. rm., workshop & studio, quiet deadend street, landscaping & water incld., N/S, No pets, Avail. Sep 1 - $1,700/mth CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN COMOX 1 bdrm & den, 1 bath (shower only), 4 appls, B/I Vac & microwave, gas F/P, loft area, lrg laundry/storage, landscaping incld., N/S, No pets, Avail. Sep 1 - $1,300/mth

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

HOMES FOR RENT COMOX HOUSE - Freshly painted 4 bdrm with full basement & lg yard. N/S, N/P, ref. req. $1400/mo. 250-897-5261 COURTENAY 3 Bdrm, 2 bath, heat pump wood backup. NP, NS, ND, No dogs Avail. now. $1200/mo. 250-334-3585

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APARTMENTS

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ASPEN COURT 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, balcony, res. pkg., N/S, No pets, Avail Immed. - $900/mth BRAND NEW SUITE ABOVE DOUBLE GARAGE 2 bdrm, 1 bath (shower only), 5 appls, parking, very cute & bright w/vaulted ceilings, would suit a single person, N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. - $850/mth TRUMPETERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LANDING 2 bdrm & den, 2 bath, 6 appls, patio/balcony, undergr. secured pkg., storage locker, N/S, No pets, Avail. Aug 1 & Sep 1 - $1,200$1,250/mth RIDGE VIEW 3 bdrm, 3.5 bath, 4 appls, lg fam. rm., single garage, deck & fenced in patio, N/S, one sm pet neg. w/refs, Avail. Aug 1 - $1,350/mth CLOSE TO COLLEGE 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, top flr., balcony, res. pkg., N/S, No pets, Avail. Aug 1 $825/mth

TRANSPORTATION ANTIQUE/CLASSICS 1939 CHRYSLER ROYAL 4 door, 6 cyl, black with brown interior. Lovingly restored. $16,500, may trade for older Ford. Call 250-334-9502 MUSTANG CONVERTIBLE 1985, just serviced recently, 140,000kmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 50HO automatic, AC. $7500 O.B.O. Collectors plates on vehicle. 250-3388328.

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

PARK PLACE 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

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BLUE JAY APARTMENTS 450-19th Street, Courtenay 2 Bdrm, 1-1/2 bath, newly renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, private balcony. Quiet secured adult orientated building, heat & hot water included. N/P, 2 Refs. Call 250-703-6965

CONDOS HOLLYRIDE MANOR 200 Back Road, Courtenay

1 AND 2 BEDROOM suites available. One of the best values in Courtenay. Unique floor plans. California kitchens. These bright, modern suites are available in quiet, secure building.

Call Sharon 250-338-7449

PACIFIC COURT 1520/1540 Piercy Ave, Courtenay 1 and 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

RYAN COURT 1450 Tunner Drive, Courtenay Clean and modern 1 bedroom available now. Cat okay with pet deposit. Lease required.

Call 250-338-7449

ST. BRELADES 146 Back Road, Courtenay FEATURES: Fridge/stove, dishwasher, washer/ dryer, Quiet, clean building. Pet friendly. 2 bedroom condos. Ideal location, walking distance to SuperStore and NIC.

Call 250-338-7449

Garage Sales

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GARAGE SALES

2325 Yorkshire Pl (Crown Isle, off Idiens Way) Sat. July 25 8am-12pm. Antiques, books, DVDs, furniture, household items & more

COMOX. ESTATE Sale of compulsive shopper. Sat. & Sun. July 25 & 26, 8am-2pm. 1730 Anderton Rd., (corner of Anderton & Ryan). Unit 24. Most items new in original box, many unused items from Lee Valley catalogue. Kitchen & gardening items, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Total gymâ&#x20AC;?, oak dining table, designer chairs, etc. COURTENAY- 1354 Malahat Dr- Sat, July 25, 8-? Multifamily! Household items, toys, books, teaching and craft supplies and more. COURTENAY EAST- 1110 Glen Urquhart Drive. Sat. July 25, 8-11:30am. Rain or shine. No early birds. Downsizing: Tools, Husqvarna/ Honda lawnmower, cement mixer, furniture, other household items.

COURTENAY. SATURDAY 8:00 am - 1 pm. 109 Malcolm Place. No early birds please.

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

UNION BAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY at Post Office parking lot on Hwy 19A, Sat, July 25, 9-1pm. Plants, books, collectibles and more. Cancelled if raining.

BLACK CREEK: MULTIFAMILY- 2026 Lalum Rd., (turn at Black Creek Store). Sat. July 25th, 9am-2pm. Downsizing: Household, tools, toys, books, kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clothing & plus size clothing; full-size hockey net, brand new, still in box; and much, much more. No early birds! COMOX - 1969 Cougar Cres. Sat. 25th, 8-1pm. Household plus much more. COMOX - #28-1220 Guthrie Rd. Sat July 25, 8-1pm. Estate Sale, household, garage items, cheap prices must clear out everything, Parkwood, strata please park on road. COMOX - 345 Church St. Sat. Jul. 25, 8-12 noon. Delicious homemade jams, baked goodies, gourmet dog biscuits, misc. items (quality). COMOX: LARGE MOVING sale. Sat. July 25, 9am-noon. 709 Woodland Drive.

DEEP BAY 189 Crome Point Rd. July 24 & 25 (9-6) & Jul 26 (9-2). Good selection of hiquality near new contemporary solid wood & leather furniture, Flat screen LG TV, CD stereo unit, silver plated tea set, cookware, books, art, household items & more. View at www.estateliquidators.ca Garage Sale, East Courtenay. Saturday July 25. 8am - noon. 1866 Hawk Drive (Valley View) ROYSTON - 4284 Briardale Rd. Sat Jul 25. 9-1pm Handmade glass lawn towers, multicolors, 2-antique chairs household items.

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