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The August speakers at the Comox Valley Horticultural Society will be Mervillites Jim Webb and Summer Joy. Last September these avid gardeners went back for a visit to England, where they’d been living until moving here in 2010, and amongst the various garden adventures they indulged in, they attended the Royal Horticultural Society’s Malvern Autumn Show. There are a number of huge RHS show events, all with long histories, held throughout the year in England, with the best known probably being the Chelsea Flower Show. One part of the slideshow presentation will feature the amazing giant vegetables competition. If you have an interest in knowing more about what goes on in the gardening world in England, come join us for A Day at the RHS Malvern Autumn Show, on Aug. 17 at the Florence Filberg Centre, at 7 p.m. Hort Club members are free, guests $5 admission. For more information about the Hort Society, visit our website at www.comoxvalleyhortsociety.ca

Federal election officially announced Jeff Nagel Black Press

Federal election lawn signs have begun to sprout now that Prime Minister Stephen Harper has fired the starting pistol on what will be a 78-day campaign, the longest in modern history. The prime minister visited Governor General David Johnston at Rideau Hall Sunday morning to dissolve Parliament and begin the election set for Oct. 19. The voting day had been fixed in legislation and party leaders had been in campaign mode for weeks, but dropping the writ this far ahead means spending limits will be in force for much longer than the typical 36 days. That will give a financial advantage to Harper and the Conservatives, according to SFU political scientist Patrick Smith.

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“They certainly have the largest war chest,” Smith said. “Money matters in politics.” He predicts the Tories will far outspend their rivals and might be in a position to blitz advertising channels late in the campaign when NDP and Liberal coffers may be nearly exhausted. A campaign more than twice the usual length means a spending limit twice as high – more than $50 million per party – that only the Tories have a realistic shot at fully exploiting. “They have more money than the other parties so they can withstand a longer race.” A long, financial war of attrition on the hustings could have ramifications beyond who actually wins the election. Smith currently predicts a Conservative minority. In that scenario, he says, a

cash-depleted or possibly Conservatives in this provindebted opposition will be ince. But he said the slowless inclined to topple a ing economy will be the minority Tory government dominant issue on voters’ and force a new election. minds in deciding which “They’re not likely to try party to support. to trigger an election in the Another month of ecofirst six months, so that nomic contraction could helps stabilize a Conserva- make a suspected recession tive minority,” Smith said. official by September. “So people who think about For the Conservatives the longer game will be to win even a minority, thinking about those kinds the Tories may need the of things.” anti-Harper vote split as The longest campaign in evenly as possible between more than a century will the Liberals and NDP, also mean higher costs to Smith said, and many votes taxpayers. bled off by the Greens as Elections Canada’s costs well. will be higher to mobilize He thinks the Conservastaff earlier. tives will struggle to hold And more spending than onto their seats in B.C. usual by the parties would and the Greens may take translate into a higher gov- another seat or two from ernment subsidy back to the NDP on the TO UPIsland. them for use in future cam“These things could paigns. become more significant if TH T:8.5" issues, As for significant weE end up in a minority Smith expects the federal government with different push for new oil pipelines permutations and combiacross B.C. will hurt the nations.”

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A major house fire broke out Thursday, July 30 around 7:40 p.m. near Cumberland at 3704 Minto, on the Royston side of the road. Firefighters were confronted with a couple of concerns: the proximity of about 20 acres of forest behind the house, and a lack of fire hydrants in the area.

“We had a bit of a forest exposure to deal with,” Cumberland Fire Chief Mike Williamson said. “The other issue we had was it’s 1,600 feet from our hydrant. Our trucks only pack 1,000 feet of hose, so we had to do what we call a ‘relay pump.’ One truck drops its line, and then other trucks next to the hydrant lays lines. It’s much better than working off a tanker.” The residents of the house were not home at the time of the blaze, which was spotted by a passing motorist. Earlier in the day, neighbours had smelled smoke but

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White Spot’s Pirate Pak Day returns August 12 Fundraiser provides summer camp experience for kids in need Ahoy! On Wednesday, Aug. 12, buccaneers both young and young-at-heart can re-live childhood memories by ordering an Adult Pirate Pak at White Spot restaurants throughout B.C. and four locations in Alberta. For the sixth consecutive year, a toonie from the sale of every Pirate Pak will be donated to Zajac Ranch for Children, a local charity that provides kids and young

adults with life-threatening illnesses and chronic disabilities a unique summer camp experience. Pirate Pak Day has become an anticipated annual tradition that has raised a total of $347,172 since its inception, and sent more than 100 hearties to camp. White Spot Week at Zajac Ranch runs from Aug. 17-21 and includes activities ranging from kayaking and climbing to swimming and horseback riding. “Pirate Pak Day is a big event for us, one that both our staff and guests look forward to every year,” said White Spot president

Warren Erhart. “Money raised on this special day helps young mateys facing difficult challenges, and wouldn’t be possible without the participation of our valued guests. “We’ll be dressed up in our best swashbuckling outfits, so come join the merriment.” “White Spot has become integral in our ability to enrich the lives of kids who need support,” said Mel Zajac, founder of Zajac Ranch for Children. “Community initiatives like Pirate Pak Day help us offer illness-specific camps that put smiles on the faces of these kids. For instance,

many of our campers get to ride a horse for the first time in their life.” On Aug. 12 only, Adult Pirate Paks are available for both dine-in and take-out, in four options: • Legendary Burger – a classic! • BC Chicken Burger • Bacon Cheddar Bigger Burger • Portobello Provolone Veggie Burger Each option comes in the nostalgic Pirate Pak boat, with a bounty of fresh-cut ‘endless’ fries, creamy coleslaw, soft drink, premium rich ice cream and of course, the treasured chocolate ‘gold’ coin.

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Unpaid caregivers: More common than you’d think ■ Wendy Johnstone SANDWICH GENERATION

Unpaid caregivers, which are typically family but also include friends and neighbours, remain an invisible pillar in the B.C. healthcare system and yet make up over 25 per cent of our population. Canadian statistics on caregiving paint a very clear picture —it’s not a matter of if, it’s a matter of when you will become a caregiver. If you are 45 years and older and a woman, it is almost a complete guarantee that you are caring for an aging parent or spouse. Don’t worry men, we won’t let you feel left out; 77 per cent of male caregivers aged 45-64 are employed with almost 93 per cent working more than 30 hours per week. Caregiving can be very rewarding; however it can also be exhausting and emotionally and physically demanding. Over 60 per cent of caregivers have been caring for over three years, especially if it is a chronic disease. When I ask caregivers what helps them most with their role, many listed three items:

Speech reading course coming in September Speech reading (also known as lip reading) is understanding a spoken message utilizing your skills of observation to interpret facial expressions, gestures and body language. If you find it increasingly hard to understand what others are saying, this is the chance to ‘hone in on’ and ‘upgrade’ those skills that will assist you most in communicating effectively with others. The Comox Valley Hard of Hearing Support Group is offering a speech reading class in September, with instruction from Linda Scarlett-Hauck of Salt Spring Island. Scarlett-Hauck is an adult educator, experienced in working with those who are deaf or hard of hearing of all ages. She structures and paces her classes to accommodate the needs of the individuals in the group. Classes will be held on the two consecutive weekends: Sept. 11-13 and Sept. 18-20 at the Nursing Centre in Courtenay. As classes are kept small to ensure that each person can benefit most from the opportunities offered, you need to register quickly to avoid disappointment. Don’t be discouraged if you learn your name has had to go on a wait list. Cancellations can occur - with names possibly moving up on the list until the registration period ends on Aug. 15. Application forms and more information available from Glenda Gentleman by e- mail: sheltiewink@shaw.ca or contact Mary McLennan by phone: 250-339 4706.

Good information: The more you can find out about the person’s illness or disease, the better you can care. The more you can find out about what to expect over time, the more informed decisions your family can make for future planning. The more you understand what your role is as a caregiver, the better you can provide the right type of support at the right time. Good support: Whether it’s a run with a good friend to vent or a caregiver support session, caregivers who feel supported are able to better carers. Don’t expect others to know what type of support or help you need; it’s up to you to take the initiative and ask for the support you need. Good team players: Your team will include other family members

and sibling, neighbours, close friends, community care providers, to name a few. Be clear in advance on what type of care and help is needed and assign everyone tasks best suited to their skills, availability and wiliness. I am currently working with the Family Caregivers of British Columbia and I encourage family caregivers to take advantage of available programs and support offered through the Provincial Caregiver Program including: • A resource centre for family caregivers: A family caregiver anywhere in B.C. can find one-on-one support for a variety of issues including emotional support, help navigating the system and referrals via a toll-free line, Skype or email. Simply call the Caregiver Support Line at 1-877-520-

3267 and chances are you’ll be forwarded to me to take your call. • Education for family caregivers: Education is an important part of the program, focusing on both family caregivers and health professionals. Webinar (or phone-only) sessions focus on practical solutions to the many issues that caregivers face. Health professionals will be able to learn more about these issues and gain ideas for including and supporting family caregivers in their work. You can find a wealth of information and information as well as upcoming dates for webinars at familycaregiversbc.ca

Wendy Johnstone is a gerontologist and is the founder of Keystone Eldercare Solutions. Her column runs regularly in the Comox Valley Record.

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f people were paying even the slightest bit of attention to the news over the last week or so the early election call on Sunday wasn’t a surprise. In our last edition of the Record we had a story about numerous federal funding announcements, including a $30 million infrastructure boost to CFB Comox. We’d hazard a guess that most community papers had similar stories. We certainly got ample emails with times and places for such campaign stops. Because let’s face it, that’s what they were. It was a veritable flood of attempts to buy your vote. MP John Duncan was the busiest guy on the Island last week. (And we’ve never loved that particular political manoeuvre: the ruling party always has someone from their own party announce when a community gets money from the Government of Canada or the Province of B.C., even when that representative is from well outside of the constituency. The current federal and provincial governments certainly didn’t invent the practice, but it’s one we’ve never liked. But we digress). Stephen Harper said he called the official campaign early because campaigning was already underway. He’s right. We’ve had a number of campaign-style stops in recent months from the NDP’s Tom Mulcair, for instance and from the Green Party’s Elizabeth May, in support to their parties’ local candidates. The Conservatives themselves have indisputably been campaigning with things like their child tax benefit cheques along with last week’s largesse. It’s a problem in Canada, and we see it even more pronounced in the U.S., that more and more of our government representatives’ time and money is spent on running for office rather than serving in office. That’s why we hope that the long campaign we are now embarking on will turn out to be an anomaly and not the new normal. It’s an exhausting marathon that makes it even harder than it already is for the average person to consider running for office. And none of us want to have to sit through the inevitable attack ads — which have already been running for months — any longer than we have to. At least on the local level we hope they keep respectful and informative.

Above, many of the moccasin tops are personalized. Below; a paper bag for tissues. The tissues collected will be burned in a cultural ceremony.

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WWOS: A moving experience ■ Terry Farrell COMMEN-TERRY

When I first entered the Walking With Our Sisters exhibit, my thoughts were on the assignment. I was there as a photojournalist. My job was to get one or two meaningful shots. I had my mind on the lighting, the composition, the shutter speed and the depth of field. I had walked approximately 12 feet when I saw the first pair of moccasin tops that were dedicated to a specific person. Then it struck me: reality. This is not a simple art show. This is a commemorative display. This is history. Two more steps, two more pairs of dedicated moccasin tops. Two more faces: two more North American females whose lives were cut short. In all, 1,800 pairs of moccasin tops, each pair representing a missing or murdered Canadian or American indigenous woman. As a Caucasian male, I entered the exhibit with full belief that my six degrees of separation would keep emotions at bay. I was wrong. By the time I reached the first paper bag with the words “for tears” written on the outside of it, I understood why there were boxes of tissues at the entrance - and was dismayed

for not having taken advantage of the offering. The tissues deposited into the bags will be collected throughout the exhibit, to be burned in a cultural cleansing ceremony at the Tsow Tun Le Lum healing centre in Nanoose. A volunteer walks by. She is beating a drum rhythmically, singing what must be a spiritual song – some sort of prayer - weeping gently as she looks down. She is walking with her sisters. Upon my completion of the tour, I found myself looking for the guest book I signed on the way in. Like many guest books, there is a comment space after your name and hometown.

I could only think of one thing to say. When I approached one of the organizers to discuss protocol surrounding the photos I had taken, she asked if I wanted to be “brushed down.” Another volunteer standing there said “you don’t know what to say do you?” I didn’t understand the meaning of the brushing down. But I did know what I wanted to say. I wanted to say “I’m sorry.” Walking With Our Sisters is much more than an art installation. For some it is closure. For some it is recognition. For most, it is about honouring women, girls, even babies, who have been taken from their families far too soon. Not everyone will get the same sensations I experienced. But it is an exhibit that must be seen; must be experienced. It is part of our history – a shameful part of our history. And when we talk about reconciliation, opening the books on the murdered and missing First Nations women in Canada must be a part of that reconciliation. The Walking With Our Sisters commemorative art installation for the missing and murdered indigenous women of Canada and the USA will be at the K’omoks Band Hall until Aug. 15. It has been touring Canada and the United States for more than two years already and is booked until 2018. The local stop is the only B.C. stop to date, and the only one scheduled for our province. Admission is by donation.

Terry Farrell is the editor of the Comox Valley Record

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DATEBOOK Denman Summer Gallery - “The Circle of Life”, an exhibition by Monica Gildersleeve, a visual artist from Denman Island. She is a weaver, water colourist and acrylic painter. Monica takes her inspiration from life on Denman in the summer and sailing in Mexico in the winter. She will be exhibiting seven woven tapestries, 12 or more acrylic paintings and a few watercolour paintings. Aug. 7-18, Denman Arts Centre at 1016 Northwest Rd., Denman Island. Gallery hours: Monday to Saturday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday: 1 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. 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 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. 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. Courtenay. Motorcycle art show: Vancouver Island’s motorcycle-themed art show, Freewheelin’, runs August 7-23 at the Gatehouse Gallery & Coffeeclairs in Cumberland. Original works of art featuring photos by community photographer Ron Pogue, metalwork from armourer Vince Matthews, paintings by impressionist artist DF Gray, and abstract artist Mitchell Villa, plus graphic art, stain glass and more.

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Saturday, August 8 Originals only - Outdoor fine art show featuring original paintings and sculpture by Vancouver Island & Outer Island artists. Marina Park in Comox. Runs Saturday and Sunday. Revolution at the Wave - KC Roberts & the Live Revolution at the Waverley Hotel in Cumberland. $12 advance tickets available at Bop City, the Waverley Hotel, by phone (250) 336-8322 or online at CumberlandVillageWorks.com

Sunday, August 9 Sax in the garden Georgia Straight Jazz Society presents Summer Jazz in The Gardens with Andrew Homzy performing. Bring a blanket, chairs, and a picnic. Proceeds support Anderton Therapeutic Gardens Society. The Gardens on Anderton 2012 Anderton Rd Comox. 2 p.m. $10 admission.

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The $30 million given to the base is a facade

Dear editor, In spite of the government’s handing out $30 million for repairs to 19 Wing Comox, this election could be fought solely on how we treat vets. Two issues stand out for me - they are the rewriting of government’s relationship to veterans and the slashing of funding for Veterans Affairs. By the end of January of this year, the Harper government had spent $700,000 fighting a group of B.C. veterans in court. They had all been wounded in Afghanistan and they wanted the government to restore a program of lifelong disability payments for the injured. The government was arguing that Ottawa has no special obligation to those who’ve fought wars on behalf of Canada, a principle in place here since the First World War. That principle, the veterans argued, is a social contract between the country and its military personnel, who are called upon to lay down their lives without question. Then there’s the funding cuts. The Harper government has closed eight Veterans Affairs across the country. They cost one-seventh of one per cent of the department’s budget. Then a six-year $200 million program for mental health services was announced. That turned out to be a bare-faced lie: the program was over 50 years and the government knew it. If cuts to Veterans Affairs continue as the Conservative government has planned, by 2016, staffing will have been cut by 25 per cent. Over their nine years in power, they have failed to spend $1.3 billion allocated for veterans’ benefits. Happily, though, they did have $9 million to spend on ads boasting about how well vets

are being treated. That’s almost a third of the amount being spent on 19 Wing. It’s pretty easy to conclude that the $30 million is coming from veterans themselves. No, this $30 million is the Conservative Party of Canada spending our money on their campaign instead of on vets. Terry Robinson Courtenay

Don’t spend my hard-earned money on a train

Dear editor, Re: July 30 editorial Trains no closer to reality. The old E & N right-of-way runs close to my backyard down by Mud Bay. It is a great trail to hike along. Occasionally I’ll meet up with other hikers and if a conversation starts it will invariably lead to the question: will trains ever run on this track again? The answers are “maybe yes, maybe no, but I don’t want my taxes to pay for it.” If the suspended passenger rail service was so vital, why wasn’t intra-regional bus service established for the benefit of all those people stranded between Victoria and Courtenay? Judging by the truck traffic on Highway 19 and even the Island Highway, it appears truckers are filling the void left by the suspension of rail freight service. I conclude from the editorial that the money for the right-of-way upgrade is there but it’s not burning a hole in anyone’s pocket, which implies there is a lack of enthusiasm among government officials for making a $20.4 million expenditure on a project the region is managing to do well enough without. Right-of-ways are valuable pieces of

property. They should never be abandoned, but they don’t have to exist for their original intended purpose dating back to the 19th century. Peter Whyte, Fanny Bay

Reader takes issue with Filberg article inaccuracies

Dear editor, In your article, published in the Comox Valley Record, 28 July 2015, the headline read Filberg festival now a four-day event. In its 33-year run (of which I have attended 25 previous festivals), it has always been a four-day festival, beginning Friday morning, and ending Monday late afternoon. Despite the current producers’ assertion, the music we have enjoyed here has covered many genres. Often we have been delighted with award-winning international jazz, blues, and classicist musicians. The folk musicians have been of awesome calibre, and drawn terrific crowds. This was not the case last year, and we were always able to find a chair, due to repeat performances, and gaps in musical programming. Change is not necessarily bad: we have continued our attendance and enjoyment of the Filberg Festival, even as it has broadened its artist base (it started as a celebration of the incredible wealth of artistic talent in the Valley). As the current producers are neither local, nor familiar with the long history of the Filberg, they perhaps can be forgiven for making their false claims, but please do not publish this in the local Valley paper.

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Hannah’s journey anything but normal ■ Scott Stanfield scott.stanfield @comoxvalleyrecord.com

Hannah Harris spent the first 507 days of her life in hospital. The Comox Valley toddler weighed one pound, seven ounces when she was born on April 16, 2011. Her twin sister, Hailey, weighed two pounds, 14 ounces. Unlike a typical twin pregnancy where the egg splits in half, theirs had a 30/70 split. This resulted in Hannah being significantly smaller than average. Eventually, she was not able to get enough nutrients to her body, which necessitated an immediate delivery. Their mother, Bonnie Harris, gave birth via emergency C-section at 29 weeks. “I didn’t even know I was having twins until 20 weeks,” said Harris, a single mother who was living in northern B.C. at the time. She now lives in Courtenay. “You only have nine weeks to prepare for it.” She recalls one of her fingers was bigger than Hannah’s ankles. Following their births, Hailey spent 2 1/2 months

in the neonatal intensive-care unit before being dis- intubated. The sisters celebrated their first birthday charged. She was born with white matter brain disease in hospital. Shortly thereafter, doctors decided that and has a mild form of cerebral palsy in one of her legs, Hannah needed a tracheotomy and was put on a venbut the condition is not readily apparent. tilator full-time. Four days after her first birthday, she Hannah, on the other hand, was had a tracheotomy inserted into her too fragile to leave Vancouver Chilwindpipe. It’s hard to remember dren’s Hospital, where she spent Harris and her girls have been most of her first 507 days, except ... normal. The last couple home about three years. With the the last 2 1/2 months when she was months have seemed normal, help of family and some at-home switched to Victoria General Hosnurses, she could slowly ween Hanand she’s going to get better pital. nah off the ventilator. When she just was a few days now that I don’t have all that “My mom’s a huge support, that’s old, Hannah contracted necrotizing equipment. And we have home pretty much all I have,” Harris said. enterocolitis, which meant removing nursing in our house. I’m She and the girls were also suppart of her bowel. ported by Easter Seals House VanShe had two heart surgeries, one looking forward to not using couver — where they stayed for six at three months for PDA ligation them at night and having my months — as well as You Are Not (patent ductus arteriosus) and a house back. Alone (YANA) and Jeneece Place in second at seven months for a venVictoria. The latter offers a comfortBONNIE HARRIS tricular septal defect repair. She able space near the hospital with 10 was intubated during her first 2 1/2 bedrooms. months, on C-PAP (continuous positive airway pres“After Hailey came home, YANA gave us an apartsure) for two months, high-flow oxygen for a month, and ment (in Vancouver), so we stayed there for a year, low-flow oxygen for six months. which is amazing.” Shortly before her first birthday, Hannah was close On Monday, July 27 — after three years, three to coming home but took a step back and needed to be months and eight days — Hannah’s tracheotomy was put on Bi-PAP (bilevel positive airway pressure) and removed.


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Photos: front - Bonnie Harries with her twin daughters Hailey and Hannah; opposite page, Hailey and Hannah as toddlers; to left, Hannah smiles for the camera last week, after the removal of her trach, three years, three months and eight days after its insertion.

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“It still feels surreal,” Harris said last week. Hannah is not yet out of the woods because she could again need the trach or Bi-PAP. She is still expected to be sick, especially during the flu season, and to need oxygen more nights than not. “Because every case of BPD (bronchopulmonary dysplasia) is so different, they don’t know how she will do. There aren’t very many cases like Hannah’s.” But their life has become more normalized after a journey of four-plus years of home-nursing, hospital admissions and 911 calls. “It’s hard to remember ... normal,” Harris said. “The last couple months have seemed normal, and she’s going to get better now that I don’t have all that equipment. And we have home nursing in our house. I’m looking forward to not using them at night and having my house back. “I’m expecting this year to be rocky, especially the flu season, but I’m sure we’ll do great,” Harris added. The sisters are excited to hopefully start engaging in normal activities like going to the swimming pool, and attending day care and pre-school. Hannah and Hailey also like to dance. “A couple of years ago I couldn’t imagine doing that,” said Harris, who has documented their journey on Facebook and YouTube. She has included tips for families experiencing similar circumstances, hoping in a small way to help people through hard times. The YouTube link to the Harris Family Journey is bit.ly/1Ua1fHZ. The Facebook link, H&H Harris Family Journey, is on.fb.me/1JKF4Fb.

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One would not expect to hear a rendition of Abbott and Costello’s classic comedy routine Who’s on first as the opening for a church service. Then again, members of the congregation have come to expect the unexpected, when Jennifer Geddes takes to the pulpit. “I always try to open with a hook,” said the 34-year-old ordained minister, who just recently celebrated her first anniversary at the Comox Valley Presbyterian Church. “I like to grab people with something that is interesting, or funny, or something that appeals to their modern day experience.” Sometimes she opens by breaking down the lyrics to a contemporary piece of music. Just after Easter, she used Cher’s hit single Do you believe in life after love to deliver the doubting Thomas message. At Christmas, she described the entire nativity story using chocolate bars. “It’s just a way to connect biblically with things that are relevant to us today.” Geddes knew at a young age she was meant to be a minister - not surprising, considering her father is also a (now retired) minister. She was born and raised in Ontario, and her first ordained call was at St. Andrew’s, in Victoria. She said that while starting her career on Vancouver Island is a blessing of its own, the move west was by design. “My dad was really well loved and had a really great reputation throughout southern Ontario, so I knew, the only way I was going to grow my own reputation was by leaving southern Ontario.”

Her move to Courtenay brought her back to when she and her husband, Mike, were first married. They honeymooned in the Comox Valley. “So we knew we liked it here,” she said. “We love that we can go for a walk and pass a horse farm, a goat farm, a blueberry farm … the green spaces here are sensational.” Geddes said that had she not chosen the ministry, she might have pursued a career relating to artifacts. “I do have a degree in archeology, but I took that degree in archeology knowing I was going to do my masters in divinity afterwards,” she said. “But it is an area I love. “I also think working in the hospitality industry would be rewarding. But history is a big love of mine.” So… a coffee shop in a museum? “That would be ideal. I did think about being a curator at one time.” She is a museum regular, and particularly loves the Cumberland Museum. “It has got to be one of the best museums on the Island,” she said. “It is so well done, lots of fun, and so interactive. And we just like spending time in Cumberland. It’s like ‘the little town that could.’ “Culturally, there is just so much to do in this valley.” She’s also a regular at the Comox Valley Farmers’ Market. “It’s the best farmers’ market that we have ever been to.” And, on her one day off per week, she likes to pack up the minivan and head camping. “I only get Mondays off, but Sundays after church, we can head off to one of the easily accessible campgrounds and just camp overnight. That break, that solitude, that serenity, is just fantastic.”

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How to save water and have green grass By Katie Maximick A lot of people in the Comox Valley have been mourning the loss of their beautiful green grass during this lengthy drought, but thankfully Jim’s Mowing in Courtenay has a solution: non-toxic lawn paint. The lawn paint product called Lawnlift has been popular for many years south of the border in drought-ridden states like California, Nevada and Arizona. They

use it on homes, businesses, golf courses and amusement park, and it’s finally available in the Comox Valley through Jim’s Mowing. “People take pride in their properties and their lawns, and when the weather’s like this and we’re in Stage 3 water restrictions and you can’t water your lawns, this is an alternative,” explained Mark Kelman, a Courtenay franchisee for Jim’s Mowing.

“It’s the driest summer on record and people’s lawns are looking pretty sad,” he added. “This really improves the appearance of lawns within a few minutes. If someone wants to improve curb appeal, like if you have a house for sale, what better way to bump up your curb appeal than having the greenest lawn on the street?” Lawn painting has already jumped in popularity in places like Van-

couver and Victoria this summer, and one of the main reasons for that (besides the obvious appeal of green grass) is that Lawnlift isn’t harmful for children, pets or the environment. “It’s totally environmentally friendly and non-toxic, and it contains all natural pigments,” Kelman said. “They put in a UV binding agent to help it dry, but it’s totally non-toxic. It’s safe for children and pets, it dries within about an hour after application and once it’s dry, you can walk on it, water it and it won’t affect it.” “It’s not the kind of paint you buy at the paint store. That’s a

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big concern for a lot of people out there, as it should be.” Lawnlift can only be used on already dormant (brown) grass, and once applied, will last around three months, or until the rains come and grass begins growing again. Jim’s Mowing charges 25 cents per square foot and can prepare and paint an average lawn in about an hour. It’s safe, fast and, best of all, green. The only downside could be what your neighbours think. “There might be some neighbours giving you a hard time saying you’re watering your lawn, but that’s not the case,” Kelman said, laughing. Jim’s Mowing has been operating in B.C. since 1997. If you are interested in Lawnlift for your home or business, call 310-JIMS (5467). For more information on Jim’s Mowing, visit their website at www.jimsmowing.ca.

A BEFORE-AND-AFTER SHOT of Jim’s Mowing’s new Lawnlift non-toxic lawn paint application at a business in downtown Courtenay (submitted photo).

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putting the customer first, being efficient and being fair. Their slogan is, “Premium Quality at Discounted Prices,” which Mann explains means focusing on delivering topnotch product while trying to keep overhead as low as possible. “We carry over a dozen manufacturers, and we don’t mark up our materials,” he said. “We’re mostly interested in what’s going to save our customers money. We present all options to our customers and let them make their decision. Our interest is in what’s best for our customers.” A special service offered by Quick & Easy is a personal tour of Lower Mainland solid surface wholesalers to find the perfect piece of stone. Owner Dave Wacowich’s father, Con Wacowich, will pick a customer up at the Tsawwassen ferry terminal and show them a variety of wholesaler options. “Being a small company, we can do that,” Mann said. “If you’re picking a more interesting piece of stone, like a character stone, that’s a service we can provide that sets us apart.” And that special customer service is what keeps Quick & Easy in demand, and on people’s minds, when it comes to solid surfaces in the Comox Valley. “If you treat people well, they come back to you.” Quick & Easy Granite & Quartz has been operating in the Comox Valley since 2009. Their store is located at 1874 Cliffe Ave in Courtenay. For more information, visit their website: www.qegranite.com

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Yup. Tomato Fruitworm. ■ Leslie Cox DUCHESS OF DIRT Following up on my last column, I have positively identified our tomato pest as the tomato fruitworm… or Helicoverpa zea, to give it its proper name. (For those who missed my last column: “Oh, Yikes! Tomatoes in Jeopardy”, you can find it online in the Comox Valley Record E-edition dated July 23, 2015. It is also posted on my blog at duchessofdirt.ca.) Turns out tomatoes are not the only vegetable on this pest’s menu. Corn, peppers, squash, cucumbers, eggplant, cabbage, watermelon, and a host of others are also munched on. Tomato fruitworms are found throughout the Western Hemisphere,

with the exception of the extreme colder regions. They can have as many as four generations per year in temperate regions but carry on a continuous life cycle in warmer tropical areas. Here is what to you should look for. The eggs….but you may not see them. One reference states they are “about half the diameter of a pinhead”. A magnifying glass may come in handy. Search both top and bottom of the leaves for any individual white or cream-colored spheres with a flat base. (The eggs are not laid in clusters as are many other insect eggs.) I have looked for eggs on some of our tomato plants, without a magnifying glass, but no luck so far. Depending on the daily temperature, eggs hatch anywhere from the second to tenth day. The emerging larvae are whitish in colour with a dark head,

but their colour may finish up at yellow, green, pink, brown or almost black by the time they are ready to pupate. All will have a tan head and alternating dark and light stripes running laterally down their length, however. As I have already mentioned in my previous column, the larvae feed on developing fruits, usually in the vicinity of the stem. Now here is where things start getting really good for the gardener. These guys turn cannibalistic on one another, thereby effectively reducing their numbers. Pretty cool that they cut down their own pest numbers! Cannibalism aside, a few do survive…each to merrily continue eating away right inside of their own tomato. And boy, do they ever have voracious appetites as they develop through their four to six instar stages. Once again…depending on environmental conditions…the larval period lasts between fourteen and twenty-one days. When the larvae are fully mature, they drop to the ground and bury themselves down two to four inches (5-10 cm) to pupate. The pupae are fairly hard-shelled, shiny brown cylinders. During the growing season, the pupating stage takes ten to fourteen days before the mature

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New kitchen for Fallen Alders The Fallen Alders Community Hall was built in 1953 and has been a part of the social goings on around Royston ever since. This heritage building sits on seven acres and is available for all community events. Our project, funded by the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program, was called “Upgrading our Vintage 1953 kitchen” and was a huge undertaking. A large counter sat in the mid-

dle of the floor taking up most of the space making it hard to work around. Everything had to come out and the kitchen had to be stripped down to the bare bones. All new doors, flooring, electrical wiring, cupboards, island, and all new appliances were installed along with a fresh coat of paint. The small storage room, which doubles as the bar, also received a facelift. The board of directors hired

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There are music festivals and there’s the Atmosphere Gathering. The second annual event Aug. 14-16 at Village Park in Cumberland is a “gathering” by virtue of its overall experience that transcends music, promoter Vig Schulman of Cumberland Village Works indicates in an interview. “It’s an example of how festival culture has changed in the last 30 years,” Schulman begins, citing the Burning Man and Woodford festivals as examples of events where people can meet and share multi-sensory experiences. “People will travel to these events because these events give them a sense that, ‘I can dress in costumes, I can

dance, I can do yoga’ … it opens up people’s other sensibilities, which our culture generally doesn’t have a lot of room for. “The freedom to be who you are at these kinds of eventsº is important.” Atmosphere, Schulman summarizes, is “the love child of The Big Time Out (a previous Cumberland Village Works event).” Attracting about 1,500 people to Village Park, Atmosphere is half the size of TBTO. Music, which is still a major component, will feature Nahko and Medicine for the People, Kaminanda, Plantrae, Rising Appalachia, Fort Knox Five and David Starfire” as well as North Island favourites Five Alarm Funk and Nickodemus. The roster also includes The Librarian, Erica Dee

and Mat The Alien, among others. Atmosphere will again offer three stages this year, which help to expand the experience beyond music. Besides the main stage, the grounds will include an authentic Italian circus tent, which will present most of the weekend’s electronic music. An elixir temple operated by Cumberland company Harmonic Arts and a workshop teepee add to the Atmosphere experience. It will be a family-friendly weekend, Schulman stresses. “There will be children there, babies, and all the way up to my age, which is older than dirt,” he jokes. A secondary but important aspect of the event is the Village of Cumberland itself, he notes.

“We’re making sure that people are aware that’s part of the ambience of our event while it’s in this village.” Dunsmuir Avenue with its pubs, restaurants and shops is a short walk away. With Cumberland Village Works partner Melissa Roeske, Schulman has booked talent for innumerable performances in the village. That includes festivals almost every year that have been known as The Big Time Out, Big Day Up and other names. Cumberland Village Works and Little Island Productions are producing this year’s event. Little Island, Schulman says, booked the electronic talent. Schulman estimates 25 to 30 people are part of the team and the partners that bring Atmosphere to life. See ATMOSPHERE, Page 24

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Originals Only puts focus on Island artists One of Vancouver Island’s most unique cultural events will be taking place on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 8-9 at Marina Park in Comox. Now in its 13th year, the Originals Only Art Show has become one of the many events that helps make the Comox Valley a cultural hotspot. What differs from other outdoor shows and festivals is the fact that Originals Only focuses entirely on the traditional forms of fine art: painting and sculpture. All of the artists participating in the show have made a commitment to display only original works of art in order to highlight the importance fine art plays in defining communities. These artists cover a broad spectrum of styles, genres and experience. One of the features the show organizers promote is the fact that visitors can find artists who have gained international recognition set up next to an artist who is just embarking on their artistic journey. Do you know the difference between abstract and impressionism, contemporary and realistic? Here’s your opportunity to find out as art education plays a key role in the show. Visitors will have the opportunity to compare and learn more about the different styles that artists employ to express themselves or to help people focus on the beauty that surrounds them. For many of the artists themselves it is also a learning experience as it provides those who are just emerging onto the art scene with the opportunity to get some much valued tips and tricks from the more mature and established artists. There’s an old axiom that states there may be more to it than meets the eye. In the case of the Originals Only Show this is close to the truth as each work of art is a reflection of the artists vision of the subject matter. Visiting the show provides a terrific opportunity to meet the artists in person, find out why they have chosen a particular subject or style, and learn more about their chosen medium. With the number of artists participating this year, with each of them having their own display space there will be literally thousands of original works on display. From watercolours to acrylics, oils to pastels, stone to wood, the works cover a broad spectrum of all the materials that go into making a piece of art. The show itself has been supported by the Town of Comox through the recreation department for the past 13 years. “This has been very important to us as a group of artists,” said Joe Smith, one of the

Atmosphere: A legacy for Cumberland continued from, Page 23 He describes the first festival 10 years ago as “a bit of a watershed for this community to actually move out of this somewhat depressed” state. “There are many people who have rented and bought houses in this town because there was a festival

down there called The Big Time Out. I feel there’s a legacy we have brought to this community.” For details, visit www.atmospheregathering.com, or Atmosphere’s Facebook page.

Mark Allan is a freelance writer and a former editor of the Comox Valley Record.

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Kaimerata Music Festival 2015 expanding to Courtenay For several years, classical music lovers from Courtenay and Comox have been travelling by ferry to Denman Island to enjoy the performances of Canadian violinist Kai Gleusteen and his wife, French pianist Catherine Ordronneau. The pair, who are based in Barcelona Spain, have just come off a successful 17-city tour of China and are now gearing up to take us on a five-day, five-concert journey through the musical world of the German composer Felix Mendelssohn. Until this year all their Comox Valley concerts have been on Denman Island, where Gleusteen’s parents live. But this year, for the first time, one of the concerts will be presented in Courtenay at the Stan Hagen Theatre. Kai and Catherine will once again be joined by Canadian musicians Ariel Barnes on cello, Hiroko Kagawa on violin and David Visentin on viola. A bonus this year will be the addition of a quartet of gifted young student musicians from Victoria, Vancouver and Cal-

Motorcycle art show Friday Join us this Friday, Aug. 7, 6-9:30 p.m., at the Gatehouse Gallery & Coffeeclairs in Cumberland for the opening night of Vancouver Island’s motorcycle-themed art show, Freewheelin’, running Aug. 7-23. Original works of art featuring photos by community photographer Ron Pogue, metalwork from armourer Vince Matthews, paintings by impressionist artist DF Gray, and abstract artist Mitchell Villa, plus graphic art, stain glass and more. There will also be a silent auction to raise funds for Cops for Cancer, Tour de Rock. The Gatehouse Gallery is located at 3273 Third St. Cumberland and is air-conditioned. The Freewheelin’ Motorcycle Art Show is presented by the Cumberland Motorcycle Roundup. FMI: cumberlandmotorcycleroundup.com

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“I can’t be more proud of the way the boys played,” MacNamee added. “Every single person contributed… from our starting pitchers right down to the guy who batted in our #12 spot, we could not have got into that semifinal without all of them contributing the way they did. “They were fantastic. They were enthusiastic. They were happy. They were just playing good fundamental baseball the whole

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The first-ever father-daughter team of Rosalee and Kevin Ramer headlined an amazing show at Saratoga Speedway as four new monster trucks ripped it up over the long weekend. Wild Flower, Time Flys, Blown Income and Tow Monster made their debuts, with the Hornet cars, Crash to Pass cars and the Roadrunners joining the over 1,500-horse powered machines. After a weekend of rain, Mother Nature returned the hot temperatures to the Island for the long weekend, making for awesome track conditions. In Saturday’s Crash to Pass main event, #73 Sheldon Hopp plowed through the field for his fourth main event win of the year. The Roadrunner main event saw Guest get his #88 machine back in the winner’s circle. He grabbed the lead on lap three in the 15-lap feature and never looked back. #12 Raymond Fortier found himself in winners square in the Hornet A main event; he grabbed the lead on lap eight and held off a tight field of nine cars for his second straight main win. Sunday night action saw an even bigger field of Hornets, going from 31 on Saturday to a season high of 37. Our first two roll overs of the year took place: first #05 Trevor Cannon in an actionpacked Crash to Pass heat race, then Kevin Ramer in the Time Flys machine, putting it on its roof in front

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This little angler lands her fish at the 29th annual PHOTO BY RALPH SHAW Bullhead Derby. Our early season summer chinook are facing serious warm water problems in the Puntledge River. For beach anglers who practise catch and release on pink salmon, I urge serious restraint because when you play and release a pink salmon in warm water you have added another challenge to its ability to survive in life-threatening warm water situations. I have had some

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celebrations was its usual success. When I checked at about 9 a.m. they had over 300 entries and there were lineups to register. Pictured with the column is a little girl just landing her bullhead. It is also the possible beginning of a life-long hobby of recreational fishing. One of the great outcomes of this childhood derby is the interconnected activities that take place between grandparents and small children. In a society that is changing by the new social media it is one of the remaining recreational adventures that bridge the generation gap. By my calculation, if you take a reasonable guess of about 500 children that annually participate in the Bullhead Derby over the past 29 years that gives you roughly 14,000 participants. Certainly many of the children that fish the derby do so on an

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Catching the wave in a Fiat 500 When was the last time and rear of the hatchback. another motorist waved Normally, I’d consider at you because you were this overkill and highly driving a similar make and unnecessary. But it somemodel as theirs? how worked really well A couple of weeks ago? with this model. Months? Never? It’s not for everyone but Most wouldn’t even conDespite having that’s the beauty of the sider acknowledging the Fiats. There are so many presence of other cars in a mini-compact the same category with a designation, you can ways in which you can friendly hand gesture. spot these adorable personalize them (there are 15 exterior colours I mean, if you drive a Italian creations from to choose from, not Toyota Corolla, your hands miles away. to mention countless would rarely be on the ways in which you can steering wheel! Alexandra Straub dress them up), and Then again, there are unless you’re getting a few breeds of cars that foster such black-on-black vehicle, chances are, you responses. might not see another like it in your One is the Fiat 500. area. Not once, not twice, but thrice did I Another beauty of this vehicle is its have random 500 owners wave at me versatility. Sure, it’s small but it actually in commuting situations. At first I was can do a lot with what it has been confused, and awkwardly waved back. given. For example, there’s room for Then it became commonplace so I just four inside, as well as 269 litres of rode the wave, so to speak. trunk space. Despite having a mini-compact desKick out your rear passengers, fold ignation, you can spot these adorable down the seats, and you have even Italian creations from miles away. It more space with which to work. So did help that the 2015 Fiat 500 Turbo much so that I was able to fit my road I was captaining came clad in a very bicycle inside. Okay, I had to take off nationalistic robe. Red, white and green the front wheel, but I have been in racing stripes adorned the hood, roof

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Michael will be cremated, and on August 29th at 1:00PM, when all family and close friends have had sufficient time to grieve, a “Celebration of Life� in his name will be held at the Royston Hall, following which his ashes will be spread over Baynes Sound, joining with those of his Mother Chrystal, and his Uncle David. In honour of his memory, and the memory of his Mother Chrystal and Uncle David, a Memorial Viewing Bench will be erected in Royston, overlooking the site of the final resting place of the three. This will allow his children, other family members, and friends, to come to sit and reflect on the wonderful memories his Huge Smile and even Bigger Heart have left behind, and we wish to thank all who have contributed to make this memorial a reality. Out of Respect for Michael’s struggle, no alcohol will be served, and in lieu of flowers please give to a Charity of your choice in his name. Seating is limited so we request only family and close friends attend.

It is with deep mourning that we announce the passing of Peter Christopher Wilson. Peter passed away peacefully on July 21 at the age of 59. Survived by his partner, Jean Priest; children: Rebecca, Andrew and Katrina Wilson, step daughter: Nicole Abbot; grandchildren: Grace and Megan Abbot and Gabriel Herman; and siblings: Neil Wilson and Pam (Russ) Watters. Peter was born Ross Francis Whiteduck in Kirkland Lake ON and was adopted at birth by Alex and Betty Wilson. He grew up in Haileybury, ON and at age 16 he hitchhiked across the country to Nanaimo BC to ‘go logging’. After suffering a devastating knee injury he changed professions slightly and for the last 35 years Peter was a blaster in both urban and residential settings. Peter identified himself as an alcoholic; and through strong character and resolve was sober for the last 34 years of his life. He was an active AA member and contributed to the sobriety of many people. Peter will always be remembered for his keen intellect and his piercing blue eyes. He possessed a profound intolerance for ‘stupidity’ and had an ability to bring laughter to friends and family and anyone he met with his quirky way of seeing life. Peter had an endless supply of stories, jokes and anecdotes collected over the many years he worked in numerous bush camps and job sites.

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A Celebration of Life will be held on August 8th at 2:00pm at the Westside Bible Church at 3307 Wishart Road in Victoria.

In loving memory

Condolences can be made at www.carefuneral.com

Another year has passed since you left this world as we know it, to go to a better place where there is no more pain. Remembering keeps you close. Diana, Lee & ,David Roth Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren

DEATHS

DEATHS

GAUDRY, Jeannette Simone 1928-2015

Our hearts are broken as we announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother, Jeannette. She was born in St. Boniface, Manitoba, the second youngest of nine children, to Marie Louise and Alphonse Marcoux. Soon after moving to Vancouver she met and married the love of her life, Gilbert. They lived in Prince Rupert, Vancouver and the Comox Valley, and raised five children. Jeannette was a very caring person who loved life and impressed everyone with her kindness and compassion. She was an avid gardener, had a beautiful singing voice and had a great joie de vivre. She and Gil spent many happy hours on their various boats, exploring much of the B.C. coast. They were lucky enough to live many years right on the seashore in Comox and on Denman Island. Jeannette was happiest when she was surrounded by her family and friends. She was predeceased by her parents and siblings, as well as her daughter Julie and Gil, her husband of more than fifty years. She is survived by her daughter Patricia, and sons Ron, Robert and Dean. She had many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who were her pride and joy. As well, she is also survived by her good friend, Linda Ball. By Jeannette’s request, private family arrangements. Remember When I come to the end of my journey and I travel my last weary mile Forget if you can that I ever frowned and remember only my smile. Forget unkind words I have spoken Remember some good I have done. Forget that I ever had heartache and remember I’ve had lots of fun. Forget that I’ve stumbled and blundered and sometimes fell by the way Remember I’ve fought some hard battles and won ere the close of the day. Then forget to grieve for my going, I would not have you sad for a day. But in summer just gather some flowers and remember the place where I lay. And come in the shade of the evening When the sun paints the sky in the West and stand for a few moments beside me.

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FUNERAL HOME CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE 1101 Ryan Road, Courtenay

250-334-0707

LEGALS

A-1 Mini Storage. Notice is hereby given, to the following persons, under the Warehouse Lien Act, that their contract has fallen into arrears, and that they have failed to respond to collection attempts: Laurie Annand, Vera Cranmer and Michelle Bridge. The contents of these units will be sold on or after September 5, 2015 to recoup funds owing, unless full payment is made prior to this date.

PERSONALS

AL-ANON/ALATEEN - Concerned about someone’s drinking? Contact 1-8884ALANON (1-888-425-2666). www.al-anon.alateen.org ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS If you want to drink, it is your business, if you want to Stop it is ours. Ph: A.A 250-338-8042 Call Any Time 24/7

Nar-Anon are you affected by someone’s use of drugs, we can help. Wed. Group 7:30pm at 280-4th St. Eureka Support Society contact Jack 3343485. Fri. Group 7:30pm, Komok’s Health Centre, 3322 Comox Rd. Call Rene 334-2392.

LOST AND FOUND

FOUND Binoculars Denman Island Ferry Terminal. Call to identify, 250-338-4223

FOUND July 30th, Aspen Road, Comox, one large steel wrench. Call and identify to claim. 250 339-5086.

LOST one ring of keys with fabric belt strap attached and look for two distinctive keys. One will have numbers 2.1 etched and the other will have 4.1. Also lost one brass padlock with letters “CASA� imprinted. Search area starts at intersection of Emerton Rd., Buckley Bay and may go as far as Crown Isle Golf Couse, Courtney via Old Island Highway. Contact Eric at 250-7149334 or eric.korpan@telus.net Reward is offered.

LOST: Pandora bracelet about end of June beginning of July. It has great sentimental value. Please call (250)702-1940


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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

“MISSING� - New Devinci XS Ladies Road Bike. Black, some orange stripes on frame. Complete with lights, pannier, rack, fenders, mirror, custom saddle, water bottle holder, Mountain City Cycles I.D # HUGE sentimental value. Please phone 250-338-0388 with any info. Reward for safe return.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Has immediate opening in Cumberland BC for: •Shingle & Flat Roofers •Sheet Metal Workers Nelson Roofing & Sheet Metal Ltd is a unionized firm, affiliated with Sheet Metal Workers International Assoc. Local 276, and Sheet Metal Workers, Local 280. WE OFFER EXCELLENT WAGES AND BENEFITS. Apply in person at: 3132 Grant Road, Cumberland BC, Or apply online at: www.nelsonrooďŹ ng.com

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. SignUp online! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853 HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS

HAIRSTYLIST/MANAGER $1000 Hiring Bonus! $12.50/Hr., 25% ProďŹ t Sharing On Sales! • Annual upgrading training • Dental, Drug, Eye Care Benefits • Equip. Supplied No Clientele Required! Call:1-866-472-4339 or e-mail:careers@fchsk.ca

HELP WANTED

BARTENDER/ SERVER

CV THERAPEUTIC RIDING SOCIETY

P/T experienced, for Griffin Pub, flexible schedule; Require Squirrel, Serving it Right & Lotto certificate. Please apply with resume to 1185 Kilmorley Road, Comox or email resume to griffinpub@shaw.ca

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We are looking for a new Stable-Hand to work in our exciting, fast-paced barn environment. Applicants must be horse savvy; have riding experience & horse sense; and be able to work independently with excellent time management skills. The job will be part time from Monday to Friday. On the job training provided, advancement opportunities available. Please forward resume to cvtrs@telus.net, fax 250338-4137 or drop off in person to 4839 Headquarters Rd.

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PART TIME, Saturday and vacation relief. Must have computer skills and work well with public. Send resume to valleyselfstorage@shaw.ca

Peter Walter Trevor Joyce September 13, 1931 – July 31, 2015

Born in Vancouver General Hospital – died in the Royal Jubilee, Victoria. Predeceased by his brother Paul, loved and missed by his wife of 60 years Pat, sons Stephen (Lindsay) and David (Cindy); grandchildren Sean, Jessica, Ashley and Breanna; nieces drisha, SuÇŒeĆŠe and CathyͲ Ann and his many friends. Peter’s early years were spent on the beach and in boats in the Powell River area unĆ&#x;l the family moved to Vancouver when he was in his teens. His long career in Marine Insurance culminated with his reĆ&#x;rement in 1996 as Marine Manager and ViceͲPresident in the Vancouver oĸce of Marsh and MacLennan tillis &aber. He was a longͲĆ&#x;me member of the West Vancouver Yacht Club and pistol shooter with the Coast MarĹŹsmen team. Peter and Pat reĆ&#x;red to Comodž in 199Ďł and he enĹŠoyed meeĆ&#x;ng new friends at the Comodž Valley Yacht Club, Comodž Sailing Club, &ish and Game Club and the CV Amateur Radio Club. dhe family would liĹŹe to thanĹŹ Dr. PoĆŠer Cogan and the VIHA doctors, nurses and social worĹŹers in the both the Comodž Valley and Victoria for their support over the years. Thanks also to the R.C.M.P. and C.V. Ground Search and Rescue for their ability to locate Peter and return him safely home when he went walkͲabout. If desired donaĆ&#x;ons in Peter’s name can be made to the AlÇŒheimer Society of Canada in the hope that someday a cure will be found for this dreadful debilitaĆ&#x;ng disease.

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CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH

CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH

jobshop

Need training to get back to work? If you have been unsuccessful in finding work with your current skills and meet program eligibility, training services may be available. 250-334-3119

www.thejobshop.ca The Employment Program of British Columbia is funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia.

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RN, LPN and HCA position in Prince George, Kelowna, Fort St. John, Terrace. On-call, casual position with full-time hours currently avail. in Pr. George for HCAs. Send resume to hsellors@bayshore.ca, F: 250-717-7538.

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

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD KINAREE THAI Restaurant requires PT prep cook and serving/dining room assistant. Some hospitality experience required, apply in person.

SALES SLEEP COUNTRY CANADA Hiring a SALES ASSOCIATE Courtenay, BC. Apply now: www.sleepcountry.ca or send your resume: maud.fremont@sleepcountry.ca

PERSONAL SERVICES

LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

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DR Hoe Landscapes & Excavation LTD. Owner/Operator .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

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

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

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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THINKING OF A NEW IKEA KITCHEN? • DESIGN • DELIVERY • INSTALLATION Since 1990. 250-338-3148

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED WANTED. USED Boardroom table and chairs, seats 12. (604)723-6417, (250)703-3753

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

RON’S RENO’S ground to roof, new & repairs. Call Ron at 250-218-2558.

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HELP WANTED UNDER $200 Bar & 3 bar stools clean condition. $150 OBO. Please call 250-339-5708

Ucluelet Harbour Seafoods Ltd. is now accepting applications for all positions including QC, Forklift Drivers, Fish Filleters, Shift Cleaners, Labourers and Computer Savvy Digital Gurus. On the job training is available for all positions. We are looking for reliable employees with a good work ethic. Transportation available for shift workers that live in Port Alberni. Part time, full time, seasonal and year round employment opportunities. Please fax resume to 1-250-726-3434 or email uhsjobs@pacseafoods.com

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

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ASH BERRY FARM- grade A picking cukes, grown with organic fish fertilizer, $2.25/lb. Order now. (250)465-2310.

WHOLE DUPLEX for sale1280sq ft per side, 3.5 bdrms, 1.5 bath. 9498 McDougall Rd, Port Hardy, BC. $199,000. 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/5142212729.html

2 BDRM- 5 appls, patio, new paint, clean, quiet. NP/NS, no drugs, level entry. $800. Avail Sept 4. Call (250)702-4857.

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Life Insurance Administrator Alitis Insurance Services has an immediate opening for an experienced Life Insurance %HQMRMWXVEXSV MR SYV 'EQTFIPP 6MZIV SJ½GI 8LI MHIEP GERHMHEXI JSV XLMW JYPP XMQI TSWMXMSR [MPP LEZI I\TIVMIRGI TVSGIWWMRK FSXL 0MJI ERH 0MZMRK &IRI½XW MRWYVERGI TSPMGMIW )\TIVMIRGI [MXL XLI WEPIW ERH WYTTSVX SJ FSXL MRHMZMHYEP ERH GSVTSVEXIP] S[RIH MRWYVERGI WSPYXMSRW MW E QYWX

Multi-media Journalist The Campbell River Mirror, an award-winning newspaper on central Vancouver Island, is looking for a journalist to help us produce dynamic and creative content for our print, web and social media platforms. We are looking for a combination of education and experience in writing, reporting, photography and video skills. Experience with InDesign is also an asset. The journalist must be a self-starter comfortable reporting news, features and some sports. We require a team player who can work in a cooperative environment and adheres to the highest journalistic standards. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package based on experience. You must also have a valid driver's licence and a dependable vehicle. Campbell River is a picturesque seaside city of 33,000 people located on Vancouver Island. It has access to a full range of cultural and recreational facilities and is home to the classic West Coast lifestyle of Vancouver Island and the northern Gulf Islands. Black Press community news media is an independent and international media group with more than 190 community, daily and urban publications, 14 press facilities and over 160 websites in B.C., Alberta, Washington, Yukon, Hawaii and Ohio. Send your resume and references by August 21, 2015 to: Alistair Taylor Editor, Campbell River Mirror, 104 - 250 Dogwood St. Campbell River, B.C. V9W 2X9 Or e-mail: editor@campbellrivermirror.com

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HOUSES FOR SALE

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RANCH STYLE home 2070 Stewart Ave. Cty. 1500sq ft bungalow, 3 bdrm & computer room, 2 baths, gas fireplace, stove & furnace. Vaulted ceilings, 2 sheds plus tools, beautiful treed lot great curb appeal. $340,000. 250-338-8443

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1180 Cumberland Rd. Courtenay, B.C.

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

SONOMA 1049 Stewart Ave. ONE BEDROOM a very bright, spacious and unique suite. Quiet, mature adult building in central Courtenay. Recently renovated and very attractive. Security entry. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

BRANDYWINE 675 Cumberland Rd. UNIQUE TWO BEDROOM corner suite. Spacious and private. Full sized appliances. In suite washer/ dryer. Large, private patio. Quiet, mature adult building just three blocks from downtown. Security entry. Very nice. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

WESTWATER 60 Anderton Ave. Independent Living for Seniors The Affordable Alternative TWO BEDROOM recently renovated. Very attractive. In suite washer/dryer Jacuzzi tub and fireplace. Spacious and attractive. Quiet, mature adult building just three blocks from downtown. Resident social room and scooter parking. Security entry and elevator. No pets. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

HYCROFT 1835 Cliffe Ave. ONE BEDROOM nicely renovated and spacious suite. Quiet, adult building— well maintained and managed. Security entry and elevator. Walking distance to downtown. Centrally located. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

OAKCREST 1155 Stewart Ave. TWO BEDROOM PLUS DEN unique corner suite with over 1,000 sq.ft. Large Den opening off living room. A very spacious and attractive suite. Quiet, well maintained mature adult building. Security entry. No pets. Call John @ 250-703-2264.


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ABBEYFIELD HOUSE offers affordable, supportive seniors accommodation in a home-like setting. All meals provided. Call 250-650-2101 for tour.

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TRANSPORTATION ANTIQUE/CLASSICS

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca

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 CHARMING RANCHER 2 bdrm, 1.5 bath, 5 appls, gas F/P, single car garage, partially fenced yard, N/S, No pets, Avail. Sep 1 $1,200/mth SPACIOUS EAST CTNY FAMILY HOME 4 bdrm, 3 bath, 5 appls, lr fam. rm., gas F/P, double garage, fenced yard w/irrigation & a shed, N/S, No pets, Avail. Sep 1 - $1,500/mth CENTRALLY LOCATED 3 bdrm, 1 bath, 6 appls, forced air furnace, single car garage, fenced yard, N/S, cat neg. w/refs, Avail. Oct 1 $1,400/mth FAMILY HOME ON A QUIET CUL-DE-SAC 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, 5 appls, B/I vac system (“as is�), woodstove, double car garage, fenced yard, N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed - $1,500/mth

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca

TRUMPETER’S LANDING 1 bdrm & den and 2 bdrm & den, 1.5 & 2 baths, 6 appls, patios/balconies, undergr. secured pkg., storage locker, N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed & Sep 1, $925 - $1,250/mth SUNRIDGE MANOR 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, 2 patio’s, res. pkg, N/S, sm pet neg. w/refs, Avail. Sep 1 $1,150/mth LORELIE APTS 1 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, parking, storage locker, balcony, “Adult Oriented�, N/S, No pets, Avail. Aug 15 $600/mth FIVE OAKS VILLA 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, patio, laminate flrs, res. pkg., in suite storage, N/S, No pets, Avail. Sep 6 - $775/mth CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN CTNY 1 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, res, pkg., ground flr, N/S, cat neg. w/refs, Avail. Sep 1 - $875/mth

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1939 CHRYSLER ROYAL 4 door, 6 cyl, black with brown interior. Lovingly restored. $16,500, may trade for older Ford. Call 250-334-9502

CARS

CB900 HONDA 1983 original mileage 63000 km C/W 4 pieces of leather luggage, sheepskin, 3 helmets (1 full face with double shield & b/i blue tooth, 1 helmet with face shield, 1 summer helmet) asking $1000 obo. Call 250-897-6810 RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

1997 OLDS Cutlass Supreme (loaded) Asking $3000. 149+km. Immaculate interior. Babied by mechanic. All repair paperwork kept. 2 owner family car. Tan color, new all season radials. Welcome an inspection by a mechanic. Contact Mary at 250-702-0688

MOTORCYCLES 1994 HONDA Shadow green. Low miles, barely driven, kept in doors, new battery. $3500 O.B.O. Please call 250-338-9254 after 6pm.

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COURTEANY - 420 Johnston Ave. Sat., Aug. 8 back garden 8am 12noon. Vintage clothes, collectibles, patio items, china, jewelery, 1932 Underwood typewriter, other must haves. See you there!

COURTENAY76 Powerhouse Rd. Sat. Aug. 8, 8am -12pm. Kids jeans, sm appliances, books, puzzles, jewelry, table & chairs, exercise bike, sewing machine, keyboard. Lots more. All proceeds to Kitty Cat Pals.

COMOX - 1270 Guthrie Rd Brookside Est. Sat. Aug. 8th 8am-2pm. Multi Family Sale.

2013 26.5FT Prowler 5th wheel. Dining slide, 140w solar panel. LED lighting. Outside ent. centre. 9900lbs. $23,000 obo. (250)337-5026. 2001 PT CRUISER Limited Edition low mileage, new water pump and timing belt. $3900. 250-339-0831

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COURTENAY - 1073 Evergreen Ave. August 8th 9-1pm. Order of Eastern Star Charity Garage Sale, all monies raised stay in the Comox Valley. Please come out and support us. Thank You! COURTENAY - 2195 Hawk Dr Sat Aug 8th,8-12. Multi Family. Household items - child’s bike, kids & men’s clothes. COURTENAY - 580 23rd St. Sat/Sun Aug. 8/9 9am-3pm. Free stuff & extra goods. Rain or Shine. No Early birds. ROYSTON - 3859 Royston Rd. Sat Aug 8, 9am - Noon. Multi-family neighbourhood. Something for everyone.

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 ROYSTON - Epic Garage Sale 275 Inverness Rd. Sat Aug 8 9am-4pm (turn on Spindrift south of Kingfisher and follow signs) Tools, new Cricut cake machine, new wall cupboard, tent, jewellery, much more

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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

250-334-9667

CYPRESS ARMS 1255 9th Street, Courtenay Deluxe 2 bedroom suite in a quiet well maintained building. Rent includes full size fridge, stove, washer, dryer, carpets and blinds. Nice feature - large open concept kitchen. No pets. 2 Rental references and security deposit required. Call Donna 250-334-9667

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

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.

Call Sharon 250-338-7449

To View, Call 250-218-2111

■Your View photo submissions are published every Tuesday and Thursday. Submit your local photography to the Comox Valley Record ‌ please include your name and a short description any your submission could be chosen. SEND YOUR SUBMISSIONS TO:

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MARS seeking designs for commemorative structure

The Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society (MARS) is asking for design ideas for a permanent structure in order to honour donors involved in the construction of the new wildlife hospital and surrounding facilities. MARS was bequeathed a significant sum of money by the Michelle Woodrow estate, enabling it to purchase nearly 11 acres in Merville. The society is now involved in ongoing fundraising to develop the necessary facilities to move on to the land. The goal is to have a functioning animal hospital by 2017. The community feedback for the facility has been positive and MARS personnel say it is important that the contributors, who make it happen, never be forgotten. It is the reason for the design idea contest. “We envision that this permanent structure will be something like a donor wall that could be placed inside the entry to our new

facility,” said MARS founder Maj Birch. “The donor wall would capture the names of individuals and corporations who have donated funds, materials and labour to construction of the new MARS rehabilitation centre. Within these constraints of the wall being a permanent structure with historical value, we remain open to the use of materials.” MARS has been committed to the care and rehabilitation of injured and orphaned wildlife for the past 20 years. “Our greatest wish is that our Valley join us in getting involved in the development of what will certainly be an increasingly important and continuing connection to wildlife and our environment,” said Birch. “We invite all designers, artists and those who have a vision of an idea, to submit it to MARS. All entries will be carefully considered and we anticipate an enterprising and winning design will be chosen and so recognized.”

LUSH seeking farmers and volunteers for Fruit Tree Program

Food waste in Canada has hit a critical level with over $31 billion worth of food entering landfills in 2014 and 47 per cent of that waste coming from individual households. The Comox Valley is blessed with one of the most desirable food growing climates in Canada and has many backyard fruit trees that grow in abundance. Unfortunately, much of that fruit falls to the ground uneaten and is left to rot. Since 2002, LUSH (Let us Share the Harvest) Valley has run a Fruit Tree Program that aims to reduce local food waste by picking and redistributing fruit and produce to those who need it most. Over the past 13 years LUSH Valley has picked well over 35,000 pounds of naturally grown food which is shared equally between homeowners, pickers and LUSH Valley who re-distributes their share to local community organizations such as the Comox Valley Food Bank and community schools. This year, LUSH is gearing up for another abundant season and is currently looking for homeowners and farms who have surplus

fruit trees, berry bushes or other produce available to harvest. Home and farm owners benefit not only by being able to keep onethird of the food and having a cleaner yard or field, but by the satisfaction of knowing they are helping to reduce local food waste and help those in need. LUSH is also looking for more volunteers to help with the picks. Harvesting is an excellent chance to get some fresh air, a little exercise, to get to know other members of the community and take home fresh food. If you want to dedicate your trees or some time to being involved in an important food security tradition in the Comox Valley, or have an organization that is in need of fresh produce, please contact fruit@lushvalley.org or call 250331-0152 for more information. We are also looking for donated supplies such as fruit and produce boxes, picking bibs, poles, pails and other relevant tools. This summer come help LUSH Valley do our part in reducing Canada’s food waste while having some fun and making a positive difference in the community.

WORSHIP COMOX VALLEY THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA WELCOMES YOU TO SERVICES AT:

LUTHERAN Shepherd Of The Valley Lutheran Church (ELCIC)

COMOX UNITED

Comox Recreation 1855 Noel Ave

Comox Avenue at 250 Beach Dr.

“A place for you: John 14:2

An Affirming Ministry

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

Rev. Maggie Enwright

Saturday Worship 5:00 pm

Email: cxunited@telus.net

Hearing Assistance

Full Wheelchair Access

October to May www.comoxunitedchurch.com | 250-339-3966 Email: cxunited@telus.net

Full Wheelchair Access

Hearing Assistance

www.comoxunitedchurch.com | 250-339-3966

10 am Sunday Worship 250-334-0616

St. John the Divine

St. Peter

SERVICES

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

Sunday 10:30am

SATURDAY

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

Full Wheelchair Access

LIVING A VISION FOR CHRIST AND COMMUNITY

RIVER HEIGHTS CHURCH

Sunday Celebration 10:30 am

Hosts of “Comox Valley School of Supernatural Ministry”

2201 Robert Lang Drive (Old Fish and Game Building)

250-334-8424

No services in August SUNDAY

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

living hope

Rev. Anthony Divinagracia, Rector 579 - 5th Street, Courtenay 100 Years of Ministry in the Comox Valley

SUNDAY SERVICE

8:00 am at St. Andrews Church

real people living real life experiencing real change

Worship Services 10am Sundays Queneesh Elementary School 2345 Mission Rd., Courtenay

634 N Island Hwy (June thru Sept)

and 10:00 am WEDNESDAY SERVICE 10:00 am

250-334-4331

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

250.334.9777 livinghope@shaw.ca

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Confession: Saturday 4:30 pm & before all Sunday masses Children’s Liturgy of the Word & Youth Group, Sept-May Pastor: Father Marek Paczka, SDS Full Wheelchair Access

www.ctkparish.ca email: ctkparish@shaw.ca

Hearing Assistance

250 Beach Drive, Comox (at Comox United Church)

250-890-9262 cvuf.ca

Comox Valley Community Church

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

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

2nd Sunday 11:00 am July 12

10:00AM at Brooklyn Elementary School

Lewis Centre ECK Worship Service

“Chant “Hu” A Love Song to God”

www.resonatechurch.ca

4th Sunday 11:00 am Community Hu Song Contact: 250-331-9338 www.eckankar.org

Full Gospel Christian Fellowship

St. George’s United Church

Everyone Welcome

2946 Kilpatrick Ave. 250-338-1312 aaronhcf@shawbiz.ca

Saturday 5 pm Mass Sunday 8:30 am & 10:30 am Mass

“Caring for one another, our community, our environment and those in need or suffering injustice: We work to transform ourselves and our world through compassionate action.”

“Resonate with all our Hearts, Soul and Might.”

Where Jesus is Glorified

WEEKEND LITURGIES

SUNDAY SERVICES

will resume on Sept. 6 4:00 pm with our Annual Water Communion

Religion of the Light & Sound of God

Sunday

1599 Tunner Drive, COURTENAY • 250-334-4716

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11:00 am & 7:00 pm

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structed to make natural stepped pools while stream banks will be stabilized with rooted logs. Streambank planting in the fall and watershed walks are other important components of the work. For more information about the projects, or to volunteer, the public is encouraged to contact the group at morrisoncreek@yahoo.ca, or visit the website at morrisoncreek.org Morrison Creek Streamkeepers are happy to have new members, whatever their level of involvement.

Comox Valley Unitarian Fellowship

RESONATE

1290 Guthrie Rd., Comox

More projects upcoming for Morrison Streamkeepers

Morrison Creek Streamkeepers will soon be busy with two restoration projects designed to improve fish passage and increase available fish habitat. In partnership with Current Environmental, Morrison Creek Streamkeepers has been awarded grants from three agencies for in-stream rehabilitation this August. The projects will improve fish and lamprey passage at the culvert on the Comox Logging Road and the old wooden weir at the foot of Second Street in Courtenay. Rock riffles will be con-

www.bahaisofcomox.org 250.702.3041 250.702.0574 www.courtenaybahai.org

Comox Valley Parishes Welcome You!

COMOX VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN

Minister: Rev. Jenn Geddes

“Reflections on the Life of the Spirit” – ongoing study circle. All are welcome. ~~~ “The whole duty of man in this Day is to attain that share of the flood of grace which God poureth forth for him.” Bahá’u’lláh

ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA

PRESBYTERIAN 725 Aspen Rd., Comox

BAHÁ’Í FAITH

6th & Fitzgerald Ave. Courtenay Phone: 250-334-4961 Sunday Service: 10:30am Minister: Rev. Ryan Slifka “The Church with a heart in the heart of the city.”

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