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Dierks Bentley performs at Sunfest in 2012. [CITIZEN FILE]

A diver searches for underwater garbage in the Cowichan River near the car bridge during the annual river cleanup in Lake Cowichan Saturday, Aug. 15. A big group of volunteers turned out to help with the job, walking the shore and working the water but found less debris than last year. [LEXI BAINAS/CITIZEN]

Malahat council to be re-elected SARAH SIMPSON CITIZEN

Malahat Nation interim chief Tommy Harry and two other band councillors have resigned from their posts, triggering the call for a full general election. “In light of Chief David Michael Harry’s recent resignation, we feel it is important to provide the community with the opportunity to vote for a chief and council this fall that is fully endorsed by the community,” Tommy Harry wrote in his Notice of Election. Elections were originally slated for January but will now take place Nov. 2. Nominations will be made on Sept. 28 at a meeting starting at 4 p.m. at the \Kwunew Kwasun Cultural Centre.

Dissolving council is a way to distance the band from the allegations against the former chief. “The allegations that have been made are serious and regrettably reflect on the Malahat Nation,” wrote Tommy Harry, noting the band has accomplished a lot in a relatively short time. “It is important that we have a government that demonstrates first and foremost its commitment and responsibilities to its members, and at the same time assures everyone we do business with and have a relationship with that we are strong and united and focused on building a Big, Bold and Beautiful Malahat Nation.” An information sheet attached to the election notice confirmed

former chief David Michael Harry is in support of the election but will not run. The former chief is alleged to have been receiving payments from the owners of the controversial contaminated soil treatment facility in Shawnigan Lake. Shawnigan Residents’ Association president Calvin Cook believes Harry’s resignation came as a result of his group’s most recent court filing, another Notice of Application in B.C. Supreme Court. The information, not proven in court, suggests Harry was paid “a consulting fee per tonne of soil.” Malahat band administrator Lawrence Lewis said it’s business as usual for the band.

“We will continue our governance and the day-to-day delivery of services — all the stuff that we do continues uninterrupted,” he said. “The Nation is very active in terms of its Nation building and its business activities and we need to be able to focus on that and not be distracted by other folks’ agendas.” Meanwhile, the band has broken its silence about rumors over a potential LNG deal, but hasn’t given a clear indication of what deals may be in the making. “We are looking at a number of opportunities for the Bamberton lands to support the economic and sustainable grown for the Malahat Nation, however there is nothing for us to report at this time,” said the information sheet.

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Island favourite Dierks Bentley is joining Carrie Underwood for a star-studded Sunfest 2016. He last played the event in 2012. “He is hugely popular and I think it was a conscious choice that our talent buyers made, to bring him back,” Sunfest spokesperson Emmalee Brunt said. “He’s definitely a fan favourite. Our talent buying process typically lasts about a year, carefully choosing the talent to fit the bill. And with Carrie Underwood, he would be a great match. We will have other headliners announced; we’re still working on them.” Tickets for Sunfest 2016 go on sale Monday, Aug. 24 a.m. for previous customers.

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“There would be an access point [spreading into] six lanes once you’re on the property. The idea here is to get the cars off the road very quickly and onto the site.”

about the site this Thursday LEXI BAINAS CITIZEN

Thursday, Aug. 20 is the first chance Cowichan Lake residents will get to talk to the developers of Laketown Ranch, the proposed new home for the Sunfest country music festival. An open house has been planned at the site, located at 8811 Youbou Road in the Meade Creek area, starting at 6:30 p.m. Developers have applied to the Cowichan Valley Regional District to amend the Official Community Plan and rezone the property. Jennifer Kay, a consultant working with the developers, spoke to the Citizen last week, to outline some of the plans behind the proposed move. Cowichan Valley Citizen: When and why did Sunfest decide to move? Jennifer Kay: It’s-two fold. They’ve been accommodated, very graciously, at the [Cowichan] Exhibition but they’ve outgrown that facility. The owners have really been focused on a search for a new site that would accommodate a purpose-built amphitheatre for events like Sunfest. CVC: Why that particular area? Kay: They looked extensively for a number of criteria, most importantly, for a site within the Cowichan Valley, one that ideally was in a more industrial context. And they were looking for one that was still on a major road but not on the Island Highway. CVC: Even with the best-laid traffic plans the Cowichan Exhibition land is still on the Trans Canada Highway. Kay: Yes and it makes a difference on how a traffic management plan is handled. CVC: So the topography of the Meade Creek site allows for shaping the ground into a natural amphitheatre that would be large enough to accommodate festivals and yet have natural buffers to contain the sound. How large is the new site? Kay: The total property is about 69 hectares or 172 acres, of which the proposed amphitheatre component and the outdoor seating is only about 10 acres. There is a portion (about 80 acres of the property) for event parking and festival camping. When not in use, those portions of the site are intended to be open space. CVC: Are there going to be permanent structures on the site? Kay: Only the event stage… more the

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What will Sunfest (2015 event pictured above) look like at its proposed new location (below) between Lake Cowichan and Youbou? [CITIZEN FILE PHOTOS]

footprint of that infrastructure. Phase Two is a medium- to longer-range plan to develop a [20-acre] destination campground as well. CVC: With just one main road going in and out, won’t traffic be unbelievable? Kay: What’s different compared to other festival sites or even on the Cowichan Exhibition grounds for Sunfest is there would be an access point [spreading into] six lanes once you’re on the property. It would be built to accommodate that. The idea here is to get the cars off the road very quickly and onto the site. Traffic won’t be stacking up onto Youbou Road.

CVC: What about fire protection and police? Kay: A consulting firm has completed a wildfire management strategy. The most notable recommendation and included in the proposal is an on-site water storage pond that would serve as an on-site fire suppression source. They will have fire service on site. In addition to the on-site private security, they also engage for additional patrols and police force services for the duration of big events. Sunfest events have included a very integrated approach to police, fire and ambulance...they actually have an on-site command centre.

CVC: How many people are you hoping to accommodate at Laketown Ranch for a big event? Kay: Bigger events, on one evening, like Sunfest, could have maybe upwards of 18,000 people in the amphitheatre. CVC: Are the developers planning other events there? Kay: Sunfest is one event in need of a home but they do anticipate the potential to create a venue that’s all about the Cowichan Valley and tourism and showcasing the Valley. There’s talk that there might be symphony events or other events like a marathon or antique car shows, a mountain biking exhibition event like what happens up in Whistler. Something like that could easily be accommodated on the property. CVC: Finally, where would people stay who can’t get camping space or who don’t want to camp? Kay: I think this will bring new economic development to Lake Cowichan and opportunities in Youbou itself and the rest of the corridor, right down to Duncan. CVC: Is the meeting, scheduled 6:30 p.m. on Aug. 20 at 8811 Youbou Rd. being held at the site itself? Kay: Yes. The plan is to invite people to the actual site. We are going to be having a number of tents on-site. The various consultants who have been part of the proposal will be there. CVC: So, on Aug. 20, people who are interested will go to various tents to learn these various things rather than hear it all at a public meeting? Kay: That’s the idea. There’s a lot of information to absorb in that sort of setting. We’ll have a handout of information and people can share their comments and ask questions they would like more information on. We think it is quite exciting: an interesting opportunity for the Cowichan valley and the Cowichan Lake region to have a well-thought-out destination venue.

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Downtown Conservative Party’s Residents’ Association claims small victory hair salon security-for-costs request targeted by thieves

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gates/Cobble Hill Holdings to collect and pursuit of justice and I think that’s what really treat five million tonnes of dirty dirt he’s after as well as the citizens of Shawnigan over the next 50 years at its Stebbings Lake and the rest of the province is just to know Road facility which sits justSIMPSON above the SARAH CITIZENthat justice does prevail here,” Cook said. The security-for-costs application being disShawnigan community’s water supply. SARAH SIMPSON CITIZEN missed John was the Residents’ Association’s first vicThe deal was the company could trucknominee Conservative toryfrom on Friday. in 100,000 tonnes a year. Koury has withdrawn the It was a small victory but one that’s got The second Despite vocal opposition the comracefrom to become the party’s Cow- came when the judge accepted more the Shawnigan Residents’ Association additional documents as evidence. munity, spearheaded by the Shawnigan than 70candiichan-Malahat-Langford hopeful for more. “Judge Bracken did agree to accept that eviResidents’ Association, datethe forEnvironthis October’s federal B.C. SIMPSON Supreme Court Justice Keith SARAH CITIZEN mental Appeal Boardelection. upheld the deci- dence although he hasn’t made a ruling on it, he Bracken dismissed an application by agree to sion to grant the permitKoury this March. announceddid Monday heaccept it,” Cook confirmed. Cobble Holdings (South Studio Hill One owner Jenny JonasIsland The Residents’ Association hasn’t was stepping aside. He said it was believed that all of the relevant Aggregates) Friday arrived at her hair that salonwould last have documents stopped fighting and on Friday they feelings “It is with mixed that I had been presented during the seen the Residents’ Tuesday morning Association to find herpay, up Environmental Appeal Board hearings but that finally saw progress. make this decision today to withglass before front door smashed to any front, moving ahead with wasn’t the case. “Judge Bracken, in draw his decision, from thedid nomination prosmithereens. more legal action against the companies. “When we got the state that there was cess,” an opportunity Koury said. “Many people That have been Johnso-called Koury secret agreements in “The money salon’swould been here for 15used to early July... additional documents were presented that perhaps if we were forced to raise have in the community expressed pay theI’ve business’s legal fees of should years, had it for five years and that new facts to us and that’s additional money, that their it mayhope impact theI will that run in introduced the andAssociation it’s never been brokenlose into,” the ultimately the case. “I believe strongly thatso Martin whysorry we made application introduce nomination and I am to that Jonas said. “This is the first time. Barker has thetobest chancenew of evidence,” he explained. have to let them know that I will “They targeted our product, the remaining nominees to win The Residents’ Association believes not contest the nomination.” our hot tools like curling irons, this seat,” Koury said.the “Hedocuhas ments allege South Islandhis Aggregates/CobKoury cited two reasons that that flat irons, that sort of thing that demonstrated ability to garHoldings made a pactsupport with the led to his decision ble notHill to move they can sell, I’m presuming, easy ner the right inengineers Langford hired to do environmental risk forward in that process. Studio One hair salon in Duncan City Square was targeted by thieves on on the street,” she said. to compliment hisassessment knowledge on of themy project, profits over life“It is clear to me that familyto share Aug. 11. Product, tools and cash were among the items stolen. [SUBMITTED] Cash was also taken. Cowichan and hethe has50-year the ability spanjuncture of the operation through numbered needs me at this critical It turns out the salon wasn’t the to articulate the two virtues of Stecompanies. to advocate for our son with spe- phen Harper’s conservative ecohard to catch these people. It’s ing,” she said. “That would have only place hit that night. “It does raisenomic some serious questions our cial needs who is transitioning A vehicle around the corner was likely that these people are off been more devastating to have agenda and that isin what to whatmakes went on and actually what went into adulthood,” hemind said.as “Also, the Island by the time we found had vandalism. I think they also targeted. him the best choice.” on even during the Environmental Appeal Board I have had several opportunities “I’ve felt like it was pretty safe that we were broken into. You were just really after things Barker said his emotions were hearings when mixed there was testimony made in the private and public service down here, not too much hap- just don’t know. It’s one of those they could sell on the street.” to see Koury drop out.that absolutely nothing on,” Cook said. that, in order to pursue, I must Jonas hopes other business pens, but then when something random smash and grabs for “I was havegoing known John for many South Island Aggregates/Cobble Hillhim Holdings do so unencumbered by partisan owners will rethink their own like this happens you realize it’s cash,” she said. years and have known to be owner Mike Kelly has maintained political work.” The bright side is once the security measures so they, too, not that safe,” she said. a tireless advocatethe foragreement the comwasConservnever actedmunity upon. and the Conservative The vote to decide the The RCMP have been to the glass was cleaned up and the don’t become victims of theft. “ItAug. is simply copy ofBarker a two-and-a-half-year-old ative candidate occurs 29. a party,” “We’ll move forward,” she shop to investigate but Jonas isn’t door’s window replaced, stylists said. “I know John abandoned between directors of Now that he’s moved away fromagreement said. “We’ll just be a bit smarter holding out much hope the perpe- could get back to work. has many family the obligations and and our engineers that was never followed the spotlight, KouryCHH is endorsing “At least they didn’t vandalize about things now. That’s all that trators will be caught. many new exciting opportunities through with, even to this day,” Kelly said. Martin Barker. “I think they realize it’s pretty the place and we can keep work- you can do.” ahead. I wish him the best.” New documents have emerged, however, suggesting the companies were still working together as recently as 2014. Those documents have been accepted as evidence by the judge. Cook said council for Cobble Hill Holdings/ South Island Aggregates has said the companies can explain. “Maybe there is a perfectly good explanation, a plausible explanation,” he said. “If there is, we’re looking forward to it.” “It’s a small step but it’s in the right direction but it definitely helps build on the momentum that we’ve been getting lately,” Shawnigan Residents’ Association president Calvin Cook said Monday. 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After all the feet, pee, it’s time to change water T

he bottom line is that a proper cleaning once a year isn’t out of line. There’s been some splashing going on in the past week about the Cowichan Aquatic Centre’s plans to drain the pools starting Aug. 15. The idea is to take advantage of a time when the facility isn’t as busy, since many people choose to swim outdoors in the summer months, and conduct maintenance and cleaning on the pools. They have to be empty to do that. So far, not that controversial. But what has raised some ire

in some people is the fact that after the maintenance is completed the pools will have to be refilled — and we’re in the middle of a drought. So yes, on one hand the timing is good to conduct this work. On the other, it’s a bit unfortunate, seeing as residents are under Stage 3 water restrictions and thus not allowed to fill up their own pools etc. It’s a good idea to re-examine the timing of the planned work, so that maybe they choose a different window in the future, if indeed these summer droughts become the new normal for us

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here in Cowichan. But as for this year, the work needs to be done, and that’s really the bottom line. Some have questioned the necessity of draining the pools. But consider that the lap pool hasn’t been drained in two years. The other pool, often filled with kiddies who, as we all know, do occasionally pee and even poop while in the water, hasn’t been drained in a year. And that’s to say nothing of all the feet and bodies in various states of cleanliness that go in and out of there all the time.

The water is constantly filtered and treated, of course, to maintain health standards for those who use the pools, but at some point the water just has to be replaced with fresh. We doubt anyone would be happy if the showers weren’t cleaned at least once a year, so changing the pool water once a year, or once every two years, certainly isn’t out of line. It’s a lot of water, when we’re trying to be careful with our use, but considering how long they make that water last, we’re on the side of getting the pools cleaned.

Duceppe has returned to the political arena as leader of the Bloc party in Quebec. Presently Thomas Mulcair has 54 seats in Quebec, but this will change on election night, as the Bloc once again will be capturing a portion of those seats. People who think that it is time for Thomas Mulcair to become the prime minister of Canada are living and dreaming in a fantasy world. The facts listed above, prove once again on Oct. 19, federal election voting day, that the NDP cannot win the election as the federal government of Canada.

I can understand if individuals want to do their own personal installations of solar panels at their own cost — have at it but there’s no way local government should be using our property taxes to finance this money losing proposition, as advocated by Mayor Lefebure and councillors Kate Marsh, Rob Douglas and Maeve Maguire who all support the Climate Action Energy Plan. Why does Mayor Lefebure insist he makes money with his home installations when the facts indicate otherwise? I attended a solar panel presentation last fall put on by the carbon busters. The mayor was there too. One of the contractors at the presentation told me that the average cost to install an average home’s 4.4 kilowatt capacity was about $17,600 and about $22,400 if financing was required. He also stated that North Cowichan had about 1,100 hours of sunlight for operation. The contractor said that a 20 year amortization (years of operation) was a reasonable life expectancy for the system. Given those facts, the cost to produce a kilowatt is $0.23 for solar power. Why would anyone produce solar power when you can buy clean, green, and unlike wind and solar power, on demand, BC Hydro power for $.08 kw? If you sell your solar generated power back to BC Hydro, the solar provider gets a credit of $0.10 per kw. How does Mayor Lefebure figure he is making a profit when the solar producer is losing anywhere from $0.13 to $0.15 per kw? Sounds like misguided special interests taking over North Cowichan council to me.

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The NDP can’t win a federal election As of today, the federal NDP holds 95 seats, in the federal legislature. One in the Northwest Territories, two in Newfoundland, three in Nova Scotia, one in New Brunswick, 54 in Quebec, 19 in Ontario, two in Manitoba, one in Alberta, and 12 in B.C. Saskatchewan has zero federal NDP seats. What’s ironic here is that Saskatchewan was once home to the famous Tommy Douglas. One hundred seventy seats are required to form a majority federal government. This is impossible for federal NDP to achieve. One reason for this is that the

federal Conservatives hold 54 per cent of the federal vote in Alberta. There is no federal Wild Rose party, therefore Wild Rose voters will vote Conservative. The recent NDP provincial government in Alberta has no effect whatsoever on the upcoming federal election. Note that the NDP won this election only because of vote splitting between the Conservatives and the Wild Rose. The NDP had 40.57 per cent of the majority vote compared to 52.03 per cent of the majority vote for the combination of the Conservatives and Wild Rose. Note that if there was no Wild Rose party, these votes would have gone to the Conservatives. A second reason is that Gilles

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A piper plays by the cenotaph in Charles Hoey Park during the Burma Star memorial ceremony in Duncan on Friday, Aug. 14. [SARAH SIMPSON/CITIZEN]

The Burma Star has not been forgotten by everyone There are those of us who will always honour the men who were awarded the Burma Star for their service in a far-off land. They will never be forgotten… though perhaps it is wiser to remember privately. The mention in the Citizen and a local magazine did catch my attention, but maybe it’s a forgotten war because the information on the service at the cenotaph in Charles Hoey Park was first given as Friday, Aug. 14, then noted that it would be on on Saturday, Aug. 15. I

Cigarette tax the way to prevent many wild fires Perhaps it is time to make those responsible for starting so many of the fires in our forests responsible for part of the cost of controlling those fires. Let’s slap a $5 per pack firefighting tax on cigarettes and $1,000 per vehicle new or used where the vehicle is not

was there both times and was pleased to see two small commemorative wreaths. I was alone. If you gentlemen could not attend due to age and infirmity, I was there for you. My father earned that medal and it stays with my nephew in California for safe keeping. I am now 70, I was born in India, as my mother managed to get out of Burma with the help of the American Volunteer airplanes. I visited Burma in 2005 when I turned 60. I think very little has changed. So sad, but not forgotten.

Thank you everyone for your passion about downtown parking! Rest assured that the customer is king in downtown Duncan! While Suzanne Anderson’s particular situation was an unfortunate combination of circumstances that resulted in her slipping through the system to the point of getting a ticket; please let me explain how the City’s parking enforcement functions. • The new bylaw is simply a re-write of the old parking bylaw. These same re-parking rules have been functioning very well for over eight years. • Although the re-parking clause of the bylaw reads that it apply to everyone, the City has never applied this to customers, and has no intention of doing so. • The bylaw focus is to ensure parking is available for customers. The City collects far less parking ticket fines now than it did 10 years ago, because the enforcement is focused. • The bylaw disallows re-parking so that employee and merchants cannot “shuffle” their cars to different areas of downtown throughout the day. • To avoid getting customers caught within this rule, the City created a system of tracking and warning, prior to issuing tickets for vehicles that break the bylaw. The commissionaires use a license plate scanner to track license plates each rotation of downtown. • The first time a vehicle goes over time, or re-parks downtown, it creates

a notation in the system of that license number. No ticket is issued. • The second time a vehicle goes over time, or re-parks downtown, it creates a notation in the system of that license number. No ticket is issued. • The third time a vehicle goes over time, or re-parks downtown, it creates a notation in the system of that license number, and the commissionaire issues a warning (not a ticket). • The warning notice states that if a customer is mistakenly issued a ticket while shopping or using downtown service, if they contact City Hall it will be cancelled. • The fourth and additional time a vehicle goes over time, or re-parks downtown, a ticket is issued. • The City periodically purges the older notations so that customers do not get caught up in the tracking. In the extremely rare instance a customer is ever issued a warning notice or a ticket because they are a frequent shopper, just give us a call at the office. The City’s parking enforcement is, without exception, the most customer focused and friendly of any jurisdiction that I am aware of. If anyone has follow up questions, or would like to discuss their ideas for parking in the City, please give me a call any time. Peter de Verteuil Chief Administrative Officer City of Duncan

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Frances Oldham Kelsey — the Cobble Hill woman who saved thousnds of American families from the horror of infant deaths and deformities when she refused to back a push to allow the drug thalidomide into the U.S. in the 1960s — died Aug. 7 at her home in London, Ontario. She was 101. Widely recognized worldwide for her efforts, Kelsey had flown under the radar in her home country for a long time. However, she was finally included in the Order of Canada announcement in July 2015 “for her efforts to protect public health, notably by helping to end the use of thalidomide, and for her contributions to clinical drug trial regulations.” Kelsey actually received her Order of Canada from Elizabeth Dowdeswell, the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, at her London home a day before she died, according to her daughter, Christine Kelsey. In the Cowichan Valley, she had already been recognized in the naming of Frances Kelsey Secondary School, but earlier this year, Kelsey graduate Kelly Black had pushed for wider official notice of her achievement. He organized a petition because he wanted to see greater recognition in Canada for the renowned scientist. He said last month that he was thrilled to see

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“It’s very, very difficult to fight a fire in that kind of terrain because everything takes so much longer and it’s very exhausting,” she said, noting firefighters are only permitted to work 12 days in a row before having to leave the area for a break. The fire is located on steep slopes with slash and loose debris and has travelled through areas of standing trees, cut blocks, newer growth, older growth and beyond. “It’s so much wood and there’s piles of it,” Dupont explained. “There’s not just trees standing, there’s piles of deep wood and humus under that that will continue to burn and that’s been an issue with the smoke. It just doesn’t want to go out.” Helicopters are the best air attack option, she said. “We need to be very specific about where we drop the water. Planes wouldn’t even be considered on this type of topography.” The fire was reported around midnight Aug. 11. The following day it was estimated to be about five hectares in size but within 24 hours it had grown to 150 hectares. It grew another 100 hectares over the weekend. Believed to be human caused, a BC Wildfire investigation specialist has been working to identify the origin and cause of the fire. Visit www.drivebc.ca for road closure information and www.sitesandtrails.ca for recreation site closures. The BC Wildfire Service relies on citizens to alert them to any column of smoke they witness. Calls can be made on mobile phones to *5555 or by calling 1-800-663-5555 on any phone.

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On behalf of the Town of Lake Cowichan, Ross Forrest receives a stunning samurai helmet in blown glass from Lorna Vomacka. [LEXI BAINAS/CITIZEN]

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Lake Cowichan Coun. Lorna Vomacka, recently returned from Japan, presented Mayor Ross Forrest with a beautiful blown-glass model of a samurai helmet: a gift from the people of the community of Ohtaki, Lake Cowichan’s sister city. The twinning of the two communities dates back to September 1989 and is probably one of the longest-running of this kind of program still in existence in North America. During the years since, many Cowichan Lake residents have visited Japan and many families have hosted Japanese students for a school year. In fact, Coun. Tim McGonigle, who also visited Ohtaki this summer, reconnected there with his first homestay student again and will now be hosting the next generation in that family, ensuring the tradition continues.

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Chronicles: Chinese cemetery has a new lease on life I

t’s one of Cowichan’s unsung ‘landmarks,’ tucked away as it is in rural Sahtlam on what was the historic Hillcrest Lumber Co. mill property. Situated immediately beside the Cowichan Valley Trail, the former E&N Lake Cowichan Subdivision, it consists of just over nine acres (3.8 hectares) of open, sloping ground. Thanks to the direction of and financial support CHRONICLES from the Chinese Community AssociT.W. Paterson ation, the hard work of the DCC’s Tommy Moo and community volunteers Neil Dirom, Tim Spenser and Leigh Hirst, it has recently undergone a thorough clean-up and documentation of its occupants. I’m referring to the Old Hillcrest Chinese Cemetery, and for background information I’m obliged to Neil Dirom and to Wai Dai (Willie) Chow of the DCCA. They reminded me that, “Before 1947 Canadian citizens or immigrants of Chinese origin living in Canada faced many restrictions — men were unable to marry; when they died there was no family nearby to care for their burial or care for their grave...” Thus it was that, in 1945, Wah Sing Chow and Sue Lem Bing (aka Sue Lem Bing Jung, Chung Mui Jung, Jung Jong Moy) approached sawmill owner Carlton Stone seeking land for use as a cemetery for the Chinese employees. Stone graciously obliged and, for legal purposes, ownership of the property was made over

The Old Hillcrest Chinese Cemetery is one of the Cowichan Valley’s unsung landmarks. [NEIL DIROM PHOTO] to Sue Lem Bing “for the local Chinese community for a final resting place for the Chinese men”. The provincial government approved the site for use as a cemetery in September and Fong, Kai Wing became its first interment nine months later after he was fatally crushed between two logs on the mill’s log deck. His would be the first of 127 recorded burials here, the last being that of Yong, Quon Lain, on Oct. 10, 1968. That said, it’s known that 124 graves are occupied, the remains of three persons having been removed to other cemeteries. It’s noteworthy that all of Hillcrest’s

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in the Hillcrest mill from its opening in 1942 until its closure in 1968. In February 1992 his estate transferred the land in trust to the Chinese Community Association for $1. But not without the DCCA having had to go to the Supreme Court, at considerable expense, to argue that “the charitable trust created for the cemetery purposes with respect to the said lands shall be deemed to have continued and not failed and that the title to the said lands [be] declared to be in trust by the Duncan Chinese Community Association in their capacity as Executors for charitable purposes for use as a cemetery including a guarantee given for care and maintenance under the provisions of the Cemetery and Funeral Services Act, S.B.C.”. See DCCA, Page 13

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Further expenses included having the deed registered and the land surveyed. As it happened, all costs were handily recovered by logging some of the mature trees on the unused acreage of the cemetery. Besides cleaning up the cemetery, which has been quite a task, the DCCA has documented all of the interments (an invaluable undertaking in itself) and has committed to “formally [pay] respect to the pioneers annually and [to continue] to maintain the cemetery”. Another project in the works is to repair and upgrade the iconic wooden archway at the entrance to the cemetery. In April 2014 Dr. Pamela Shaw, Van-

couver Island University, prepared a land use report for the cemetery for Dr. Imogene Lim of the university’s Anthropology Dept. After this was submitted to the DCCA it was decided to continue to maintain the cemetery. This past February, the Duncan CCA submitted nomination forms to B.C. Heritage for the Old Hillcrest Chinese Cemetery as a ‘B.C. Heritage Place’. P.S. Those who visit Old Hillcrest Chinese Cemetery will find that the headstones are all inscribed in Chinese. The DCCA has a complete register of those interred here and it’s to be noted that Chinese write their last name first (as in a directory), i.e. Jang, Chong Wing. www.cowichanchronicles.com

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Alberta NDP MLA Shaye Anderson (LeducBeaumont) graduated from Cowichan Secondary with the class of ’93. One of two former Cow High products to be elected in Alberta’s most recent provincial election (Calgary-East MLA Robyn Luff graduated in the class of ’98), Anderson was home for the weekend and took the opportunity to swing by Cowichan Valley MLA Bill Routley’s constituency headquarters on Aug. 14 for a chat about the state of politics in Canada’s western provinces and the upcoming federal election. [SARAH SIMPSON/CITIZEN]

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Canadian poet Shane Koyczan will visit the Cowichan Theatre on Oct. 15. [SUBMITTED]

Olympics’ star poet returns to Duncan stage LEXI BAINAS CITIZEN

Shane Koyczan, influential and award-winning poet and performer, is returning to Duncan, this time to the Cowichan Theatre on Thursday, Oct. 15 at 7:30 p.m. Many became aware of Koyczan when he performed his epic work

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Simon Leung guides the Victoria Summer Choir, which will perform at the Christian Reformed Church in Duncan this Friday. [SUBMITTED]

Hear the sounds of summer this Friday LEXI BAINAS CITIZEN

The Victoria Summer Choir, which includes many Cowichan Valley singers, is holding its 10th anniversary concert in Duncan Friday, Aug. 21 starting at 7 p.m. at the Christian Reformed Church. Conducted by Simon Leung, this group’s concerts are always

a highlight for choral music fans. The show includes pop, rock, folk, classical, sacred and opera and this time that means music from ABBA, Arai, Balfe, Beethoven, Malotte, Purcell, Schubert, Tyson, Vaughan Williams and Weiss. Tickets are $20 each. Get them at Volume One and Ten Old Books in Duncan.

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Sunfest tix go on sale Monday LEXI BAINAS CITIZEN

Tickets for Sunfest 2016 go on sale Monday, Aug. 24 at 12:01 a.m. for previous customers. The Sunfest team say they have needed a little extra time to smooth out all of the details around 2016 seats, camping and festival passes because of all the excitement about the announcement of the second big headliner. That big headliner’s name dropped Monday as Sunfest revealed that Dierks Bentley will be joining the previously announced Carrie Underwood to give Sunfest 2016 an impres-

Singer Maureen Haworth will play two shows in Youbou. [SUBMITTED]

Bringing the gospel to Youbou LEXI BAINAS CITIZEN

Gospel singer Maureen Haworth will bring her special kind of entertainment to the Cowichan Lake area in two shows at Youbou this month. She’s at Cassey’s Coffee House at 10375 Youbou Rd. on Saturday, Aug. 29, starting at 3 p.m. and again on Sunday, Aug. 30 at the Youbou

community church at 10648 Youbou Rd. starting at 2 p.m. She’s from the West Kootenay community of Grand Forks and has been getting plenty of notice lately because of her unique styling of southern/country gospel music. There is no cover charge for either of Haworth’s performances so if you’re in the area, drop in for the show.

Whippletree becomes a gallery The saffron yellow building at Whippletree Junction has once again become an art gallery for the whole month of August as a group of Visions Artists have moved in with paintings, pottery, turned wood, rustic furniture, painted glass, tiles and clothing

and jewelry. The gallery show is open six days a week, Tuesday to Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Working artists are on hand each day to greet guests. For more information, call 250-743-3862.

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sive one-two punch. But now they can say that purchasing tickets will be easier than ever this year because they are offering loyal customers a one-stop-shop experience. These are the important dates for ticket renewals: reserved seating and stage pit renewals go on sale Aug. 24 and are available through to Sept. 6 at 11:59 p.m. Customer upgrades run from Sept. 7 to 13. General admission renewals and upgrades are on sale Sept. 14 through to Sunday, Sept. 20, at 11:59 p m. Then, on Monday, Sept. 21, at 12:01 a.m., tickets go on sale to the public.

And Sunfest added a reassurance to those worried about what will happen if and when the festival relocates to its proposed new site near Lake Cowichan. “We also want to remind everyone that whether we move to our new property with the blessing of the CVRD or stay at the Cowichan Exhibition Grounds for another year, your tickets will be honoured and treated exactly the same at either location,” a statement said. For more information, visit sunfestconcerts.com/tickets/ to learn all about 2016 ticketing policies.

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Printmakers at Portals The 24th Printmakers Only Group annual sale is back at Portals, the Cowichan Valley Arts Council’s gallery in the Island Savings Centre. Until Aug. 29 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day visitors to the show can see etchings, linecuts, woodcuts, serigraphs, embossings, calligraphs, monoprints and more. There are also printmaking demonstrations on Wednesdays and Saturdays during the month-long show so check them out if you’ve ever had a yen to try this fascinating craft yourself.

Dixieland Express and friends pull into Chemainus The Dixieland Express, Marc Atkinson Trio, Gabriel Palatchi, Holly Burke and the Naturals and Susannah Adams will be at Waterwheel Park in Chemainus Aug. 22 as the Chemainus Valley Cultural Arts Society presents the Chemainus Jazz Festival 2015. Entry is a suggested donation of $15 so get on down to Mural Town and enjoy some great hot jazz.

Members of the Nanaimo Accordion Band entertain a large and enthusiastic crown at the annual two-day Chemainus Accordion Festival at Waterwheel Park Saturday, Aug. 8. [LEXI BAINAS/CITIZEN]

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OF AN ALTERNATIVE APPROVAL PROCESS OPPORTUNITY FOR CVRD SERVICE AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 3923 [Annual Contribution Service (Area E) – Cowichan Aquatic Centre] NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of the Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD), proposes to adopt "CVRD Bylaw No. 3923 – Cowichan Aquatic Centre Annual Contribution Service (Area E) Amendment Bylaw, 2015 ". Bylaw Summary If adopted, Bylaw No. 3923 will allow the CVRD to increase the maximum annual financial contribution to the Cowichan Aquatic Centre from $23,000 up to $61,500 per year. The purpose of the increase is to assist the Cowichan Aquatic Centre with costs associated with the operation and maintenance of the facility. The maximum cost to residential property owners within Electoral Area E – Cowichan Station / Sahtlam / Glenora with a residential property assessed at $100,000 would be approximately $8.43 per year, as set out in the table below. The complete bylaw is available for review at the CVRD office, located at 175 Ingram Street in Duncan, during regular office hours, Monday to Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, excluding statutory holidays. A copy of the bylaw is also available on the CVRD website at www.cvrd.bc.ca. Calculation Table

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Making September plans? The annual Savour Cowichan Festival is back again this year, bigger and tastier than ever before. This celebration of the Valley’s vast cornucopia of locally grown and produced food and drink grew out of earlier wine festivals and is now a chance to experience Cowichan’s best. Festival Chair Janet Docherty is particularly excited about this year’s lineup for the 10-day festival. “We have a record number of participants this year and some big surprises in store too— like a gin launch and balsamic vinegar release, a new brewery participant and two new wineries,” she said last week. It all runs from Sept. 25 to Oct. 4 so mark your calendars. Savour Cowichan 2014 was a smash success and tickets for this year’s events are expected to sell out quickly so order your tickets online at savourcowichan.com Lexi Bainas, Citizen

Alternative Approval Process and Eligibility The CVRD may adopt this bylaw unless at least 10% of electors within Electoral Area E – Cowichan Station/ Sahtlam/Glenora indicate that a referendum must be held by submitting a signed Elector Response Form to the CVRD ofﬁce no later than 4:30 pm, Monday, October 5, 2015. The Elector Response Form must be in the form established by the CVRD, and only those persons who qualify as electors of Electoral Area E – Cowichan Station/Sahtlam/Glenora are entitled to sign. Electors may qualify as either resident electors or as non-resident property electors, as follows:

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Resident Elector – You are entitled to submit an Elector Response Form as a resident elector if you are age 18 or older on the day of submission, are a Canadian citizen, have lived in BC for at least six months, and have been a resident of Electoral Area E – Cowichan Station/Sahtlam/Glenora for the past 30 days or more. Non-Resident Property Elector – You are entitled to submit an Elector Response Form as a non-resident property elector if you are age 18 or older on the day of submission, are a Canadian citizen, have lived in BC for at least six months, have owned and held registered title to a property in Electoral Area E – Cowichan Station/Sahtlam/Glenora for the past 30 days or more, and do not qualify as a resident elector. NOTE: Only one non-resident property elector may submit a response form per property, regardless of how many owners there may be.

Elector Response Forms are available from the CVRD, 175 Ingram Street, Duncan, BC V9L 1N8, Phone 250.746.2500 / 1.800.665.3955, e-mail jbarry@cvrd.bc.ca OR on the CVRD website at www.cvrd.bc.ca

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Sue Elo may be 62 but she says she’s stronger and fitter than ever before and urges seniors not to turn their back on the idea of strength training. [SUBMITTED]

Sue Elo, 62, started running in her 40s and has been getting faster ever since. After falling off a horse in 2008, she realized that her improved fitness helped save her from getting injured. A personal trainer since her late 50s, her company is LTY Fitness and she works with Fitness on the Go (an in-home personal training franchise). Elo is keenly interested in helping seniors discover the improved overall vitality that comes from increased activity. She’s a member of Duncan’s Intelligent Aging Advisory Panel, which provides a comprehensive range of resources to local seniors. Her approach to exercise is straightforward. “I work out so that I can continue to enjoy the activities I love, eat lots of healthy food, and savour good wines. And now that I know how to do it properly, I enjoy exercise for its own sake,” she said. “Several of my clients have started out by emphasizing how much they hate exercise so I start out by showing them just a few exercises; within two weeks they’re asking for more.” Her own experience has shown her this is the way to go. “Being fit has helped me to continue to participate in a range of activities: musical theatre, riding horses, running, gardening on one and a half acres. I don’t have time for sore knees, back, hips, but I used to suffer from all of those things.” Fitness is really vital for seniors, she said. “They usually don’t really know what to do. Seniors know they need to move around but they also need to know that strength training is absolutely critical

to everybody and how to do that safely. It’s essential to have strength training in addition to cardio work. It’s great to show people how to do that. It’s not rocket science and it works.” Lots of older folks equate strength training with mental pictures of strong men with barbells and Elo chuckled at that image. “Well, that’s what it is. It’s lifting weights. I don’t use barbells, of course, but it is lifting weights. You have to keep challenging your muscles. The coolest thing: muscles don’t age. You can build muscle until you die. So, you can keep building. I am stronger now than I was when I was 20 by miles. You can do it, and you can keep doing it into your 90s and beyond,” she said. Strength training is a foundation stone of a healthy life as we age. “This is what keeps people standing. This is what prevents falls, which is the major problem for seniors: they end up falling and end up in an institution. If we can prevent falls by strengthening the body, strengthening the bones and muscles, you don’t have to fail as you get older.” And Elo has the background information to prove it. “Everything I do is based on solid research, especially from Tufts University, who are a leader in that field. My work is all research based. This is about my fourth career and it’s very exciting.” Inactivity in seniors is a real problem, Elo said.“Your bone density starts to go. You’re going to lose that. We are all on the road to osteoporosis unless we do something about it. That’s where you have build bone by doing exercise. See GETTING FIT, Page 19

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More learning about the individual’s interview many, many people. I love values. it! I am energized by meeting great Also may provide some insight into new people. where the individual experiences strugAnd since I need to be meeting many gles, and what matters to them the most. new caregivers to keep up with the What are five things you want to do demand for in-home senior care in our community — I get to do it a lot! It’s real- before you die? This question digs at their values a bit ly imperative to find the RIGHT people more, and it also can be just a fun questo send in to a senior’s home. tion to ask someone when And for the family to have learning more about them. peace of mind that their loved Travel and excitement one is being looked after by are often at the base of this the RIGHT person it’s so cruanswer…but sometimes an cial to get to know a potential emotional response comes, employee as much as possible. like reconciling with a parent, When one only has a limited sibling or child. amount of time to get to know If you could have any job, someone, like over a couple of what would it be and why? interviews, it’s really importValues, interests, and perant to ask questions that get FROM NEXT sonality come out in the right to the point. Right to the DOOR heart of the person. Here are a Chris Wilkinson answer to this question. Sometimes the depth of their few of my favourites! personality is revealed as well. If there’s What five words best describe the pera common theme through these quesson you are? tions — and why they are some of my This is the Reader’s Digest version of getting to know someone’s key personal- favourites — it’s the individual’s values. A person’s behaviours may change ity traits in under a minute. Interesting over time…but values never do. They is what 5 words they choose when they are the foundation of a person. So when have to be selective and quick. I need to get to know someone at their What are your three biggest character core, and fast, their values speak to me. flaws? There are many other questions that are It’s a tough one to answer…and it’s fun to ask too…people are fascinating! surprising how honest people are when Have some fun with these questions they are nervous…like in an interview! What’s the hardest thing you’ve done? with people in your own circle…Hopefully they ‘interview’ well. The answer will indicate life experience, mental toughness, strength — and Chris Wilkinson is the owner/GM of it will hint at their values as well. It Nurse Next Door Home Care Services for may also tell how well they respond to Cowichan and central Vancouver Island. challenges as well. For questions or a free in-home caring What are five things you want more of right now? (Could be physical things, consult call 250-748-4357, or email Cowichan@NurseNextDoor.com characteristics, ideas, etc.)

Getting fit doesn’t require a gym STRENGTH, From Page 18 “It’s walking across the ground, moving those bones. Not necessarily swimming, but actually hitting the ground with some kind of impact. To strengthen the bones, you have to strengthen the muscles around them, too. Getting fit with Elo doesn’t involve heading to a gym. She’ll come to you as part of a program called Fitness on the Go.

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Island Health is collaborating with the The tablet also has the ability to play University of Victoria’s CanAssist pro- a video of the client’s family member gram and Centre on Aging on a project providing the client re-direction such as aimed at improving safety and supporting “Hi, Dad. It’s 11 o’clock at night. All your independence for Home and Community family and friends are asleep. Please go Care clients. back to bed.” Innovative technology has already The video system has not been implehelped an Islander in his 80s remain living mented yet, but Island Health is looking at home despite his occasional inclination for new clients to trial this with. to wander at night due to dementia. The If the client did leave the home, there effectiveness of the Wandering Deterrent was the additional safeguard of an alert System is being evaluated for possible use sent to his son who lived nearby. by other clients with similar needs. The Wandering Deterrent System “This is an innovative use of technol- hopess to provide a cost-effective option ogy to support independence and safety to having a care worker stay overnight in for people living with dementia,” said the home or having the client move to a Health Minister Terry Lake. “It supports care facility. our mandate to provide accessible and One of the adaptations available on the responsive care focused on the needs of tablet is to use a 24-hour or 12-hour clock patients.” whichever is most relevant to the client. “We have a lot of people with dementia Beach said the system proved to be on the Island and wandering is a problem effective both for the Central Island client for a lot of them. Wandering is a behav- and his family members who were uncomior that puts the client at risk of harm fortable with the risk of him being alone and causes caregiver stress,” said Cheryl at night. Beach, project director of community “It’s really exciting. We’re using care initiatives at Island Health. multi-faceted technology including innovApproximately 40 per cent of Island ation and off-the-shelf products to supHealth’s Home and Community Care port our clients to stay at home,” Beach clients have a diagnosis of dementia. said. “The goal is to provide our clients The proportion is among the highest in with the choice to remain in their homes Canada. as safe as possible for as long as possible.” “We are looking for ways to better support families and caregivers,” Beach said. The Wandering Deterrent System The Happy Denturist is designed so that if someone is confused about the time and preBrian Harris pares to go out in the middle of the 30 YEARS OF OUTSTANDING SERVICE night, a motion detector is triggered as the client approaches the front • FREE CONSULTATION door. This signals a computer tab- • COMPLETE DENTURE SERVICES • SAME DAY RELINES/REPAIRS let mounted by the door to flash the • PARTIAL DENTURES message: “Stop. It’s night time. Go • DENTURES OVER IMPLANTS • FERRY PICKUP back to bed!” Messages can be customized to make the communication 250-246-4674 more effective. #7-8377 CHEMAINUS ROAD

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An avid skier, hiker and traveller, Ian also enjoyed a fine wine or a smooth, well-aged tequila and asked that friends raise a glass in his memory. Special thanks to Dr. Jackson, Drs. Duta and Nielsen, the community home care nurses and respite care staff for your compassionate and incomparable support. Flowers gratefully declined. No service by request.

Soar with the eagles, Ian, and safe travels. Condolences may be left online at www.mem.com First Memorial Funeral Services

Rose Marie White (nee Turko) May 1, 1941 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; August 16, 2015

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother Rose White on August 16, 2015 at the Cowichan District Hospital surrounded by her family. She fought a courageous battle with cancer. Rose is survived by her loving husband John of 54 years; her children Debbie (Willi) Konn, Rick (Lori) White; grandchildren William (Vanessa), Amanda, Breanne (Tyler), Ashlee (Alex); special great grandson Jaeden; her mother Mary Turko and her siblings John (Betty), Bill (Lynn), Bob (Judy), Ann (Ed), Doug (Rosa), Maryann (Steve) and their families. Rose was born in Golden, BC May 1, 1941 and her family moved to the Lake Cowichan area in 1943. Rose met John and married in 1961 and moved to Duncan and started her family. Rose was a stay at home mom that dedicated all of her time to her family. It was important that she was always in the kitchen cooking special meals, never a dinner went by without a fancy dessert. Mom always opened her home to welcome family and friends to a good meal or visits on the sun deck. One of her joys in life was hosting regular lunch time meals with her grandson William and his high school friends. A special tradition she held on to each year was Christmas baking with Debbie and Amanda. The family would like to thank Dr. Postuk and the staff of Cowichan District Hospital for all of their care and compassion through this difficult time. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, August 23, 2015 at Glenora Community Hall, 3660 Glenora Road, Duncan, BC from 1:00 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3:00 PM â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mom we love you and will miss you so much, forever in our heartsâ&#x20AC;? Online condolences may be made at www.hwwallacecbc

David Ian Pite

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A memorial service to be held at The Anglican Parish of St. Peter, Quamichan, 5800 Church Rd in Duncan on Thursday August 20, 2015 at 1 pm. Reception to follow in the church hall to share stories and memories in Celebration of Dave's life.

White, Rose Marie (nee Turko) May 1, 1941 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; August 16, 2015 the sudden passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother Rose White on August 16, 2015 at the Cowichan District Hospital surrounded by her family. She fought a courageous battle with cancer. R Rose is survived by her loving husband John of 54 years; her children Debbie (Willi) Konn, Rick (Lori) White; grandchildren William (Vanessa), Amanda, Breanne (Tyler), Ashlee (Alex); special great grandson Jaeden; her mother Mary Turko and her siblings John (Betty), Bill (Lynn), Bob (Judy), Ann (Ed), Doug (Rosa), Maryann (Steve) and their families. Rose was born in Golden, BC May 1, 1941 and her family moved to the Lake Cowichan area in 1943. Rose met John and married in 1961 and moved to Duncan and started her family. Rose was a stay at home mom that dedicated all of her time to her family. It was important that she was always in the kitchen cooking special meals, never a dinner went by without a fancy dessert. Mom always opened her home to welcome family and friends to a good meal or visits on the sun deck. One of her joys in life was hosting regular lunch time meals with her grandson William and his high school friends. A special tradition she held on to each year was Christmas baking with Debbie and Amanda. The family would like to thank Dr. Postuk and the staff of Cowichan District Hospital for all of their care and compassion through this difficult time. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, August 23, 2015 at Glenora Community Hall, 3660 Glenora Road, Duncan, BC from 1:00 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3:00 pm. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mom we love you and will miss you so much, forever in our heartsâ&#x20AC;? Online condolences may be made at www.hwwallacecbc.com

DEATHS

Forcier, Barry Lyn September 3, 1947 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; August 12, 2015

arry passed away peacefully on August 12 surrounded by family and friends in Crofton, BC. Barry was born in New Westminster, BC on September 3, 1947. He was predeceased by his mother Lorrene and his father Albert. Survived by his wife Kathy, siblings Terry (Bonnie). Janet and Delbert (Roberta), children, Troy (Ingrid), Trina (Terry), Clayten (Sarah), grandchildren, Devon, Casey and Skye as well as coworkers TJ and Liz. Barry grew up in the Quesnel area and moved to Williams Lake in 1972 to start a floor business. While in the Cariboo, Barry served as one of the youngest Rotary Club presidents and managed the Williams Lake Stampeders hockey club for several years. The family spent many weekends traveling around the beloved province hunting, fishing and motorbiking with a homemade motor home complete with a corvette engine. Barry was passionate about driving and designed a truck rodeo course that was replicated for a World Exhibition in New Orleans. Barryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love of boating drew him to Vancouver Island in the mid 80â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s where he spent most of the remainder of his life. Barry, throughout his career, also owned and operated a seafood business and a trucking firm. In recent years he was proud of Tidal Blinds, the business he started with his sweetheart Kathy, Barry always had the latest technological gadgets and had many passions including playing the guitar, seafood, dogs, golf, fine wines and a good cigar; he lived life to the fullometer! His family will always enjoy Barryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s humor and gift of knowing what really matters in life: friends, family, love and fun. Barry succumbed to a lengthy battle with cancer, staying positive to the end, and the family would like to thank all the VIHA staff, the many wonderful and caring care staff and nurses also Doctors: V. Masuda, P. Manhas and P. Blood for their first-class support and compassion. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the SPCA, Duncan, B.C. Condolences may be offered at telfordn@shaw.ca Telfordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of Ladysmith 250-245-5553

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM GIFTS

Celebration of Life for BRIAN ROBISON Aug 21/46 to Feb 8/14 This event will be held at TRANSFER BEACH PARK at the KIN HUT LADYSMITH, BC from 4:30 to 8:00 PM on August 21, 2015

Thank you for considering donations to: COWICHAN DISTRICT HOSPITAL FOUNDATION #4-466 Trans Canada Hwy Duncan, BC V9L 3R6 Phone: 250-701-0399 Website: www.cdhfoundation.ca Donations may be made via mail, over the phone or on our website. Donations are tax deductible & finance hospital equipment & patient care. Memorial donations are acknowledged with a letter to the family and loved ones are commemorated on our Memorial Board or Book in the hospital lobby.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

PERSONAL SERVICES

INFORMATION

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

CANADA BENEFIT Group Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1-888511-2250 or www.canada benefit.ca/free-assessment.

PERSONALS ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS When you are sick and tired of being sick and tired. Call us. Cowichan Valley AA. Toll free 1-866-233-5255 (24-hours)

LOST AND FOUND FOUND: GM vehicle key on the dyke close to Beverly Corners on Aug 11th. Call 250746-1594 Lydell Group Inc.

COMING EVENTS

LOST: SUNDAY, between Chemainus and Crofton; Yamaha outboard engine cover. $100 reward for return. Call (250)715-5089.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

TRAVEL Rehearses Monday nights - Duncan. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re 18+, read music & enjoy singing challenging repertoire, contact Christine Dandy 250-715-1568.

INFORMATION

In loving memory

CALL FOR ENTRIES 13TH ANNUAL Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens Artisan Festival. Fine Art and Quality Crafts Juried Show. Presented in a spectacular outdoor setting Sept. 5,6 and 7 Applications for Artisans are available at woodlandgardens.ca 250-338-6901

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES HIP OR knee replacement? Arthritic Conditions/COPD? Restrictions in Walking/Dressing? Disability Tax Credit $2,000 Tax Credit $20,000 Refund. Apply Today For Assistance: 1-844-453-5372.

Has immediate opening in Cumberland BC for: â&#x20AC;˘Shingle & Flat Roofers â&#x20AC;˘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

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DEATHS

Rene Charles LeGuyder 1936 ~ 2015

Entered into eternal rest August 17th 2015. He quietly passed away at Astoria Suites Assisted Living in Nanaimo, BC following a lengthy illness. He is predeceased by his parents John (1964); Marie (1998); his brother Henry (2006) and his daughter Wendy (2010). Rene was a member of the Calgary Home Builders Association, owner of Alca Electric and in his earlier years enjoyed his time with the Active 20-30 Service Club (Calgary, AB). He took pleasure in travelling, camping and tinkering with the stock markets. He is survived by his loving and supportive wife of 58 years; Bernadine (Bernie) LeGuyder (nee Cook), his daughter Catherine (Trent) and son Richard (Adrienne). He also leaves behind his grandchildren; Ashley (Brian); Cody; Kelsey (Steve); Caylee (Matt); Eric and Edward, his great grandchildren; Layne, Messer and Declan, his sister in law Anne LeGuyder, his nieces Shari (Greg); Nancy (Reg) and nephew Glen (Ritha) and family in France. A Celebration of life will be determined at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in the memory of Rene may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Sands ~ Nanaimo

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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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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MARINE ENGINEERING and Deck Officers required for civilian positions with the Department of National Defence Canadian Forces Auxiliary Fleet in Victoria and Nanoose Bay BC. Online applications only through the Government of Canada website jobs.gc.ca. Applicants must meet all essential qualifications. Engineer Reference# DND15J-009781000048, Selection Process# 15-DND-EA-ESQ-394701, Link https://emploisfp-psjobs. cfp-psc.gc.ca/psrs-srfp/ applicant/page1800?poster= 820743. Deck Officer Reference# DND15J-013566000006, Selection Process# 15-DND-EA-ESQ-394258, Link https://emploisfp-psjobs.cfp -psc.gc.ca/psrs-srfp/applicant/ page1800?poster=817589&to ggleLan guage=en. PossibilitĂŠs dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;emploi MĂŠcaniciens de marine et officiers de pont requis pour des postes civils Ă la flotte auxiliaire des Forces canadiennes du ministĂ¨re de la DĂŠfense nationale Ă Victoria et Ă Nanoose Bay en Colombie-Britannique. Postuler en ligne seulement par le site emplois.gc.ca du gouvernement du Canada. Les candidats doivent possĂŠder toutes les qualifications essentielles. MĂŠcanicien

MEDICAL Transcriptionists are in huge demand! Train with Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top Medical Transcription school. Learn from home and work from home. Call today! 1-800-4661535 www.canscribe.com or info@canscribe.com.

SUMMER SPECIAL. Reiki. Shiatsu Massage. Infrared Sauna. $40/hr. 250-510-1209

PROFESSIONAL/ MANAGEMENT

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR; Cowichan Station Area Assn. Please see job description at: cowichanstation.org/home

WORK WANTED HUSBAND FOR Hire. Nothing but the best. Carpenter, Plumber, Painter, Electrician, Pressure Washing. Just ask my wife. Call 250-746-4493 or 250-709-1111

PERSONAL SERVICES ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CLEANING SERVICES For all your cleaning, cooking and laundry needs. Island Domestic has experienced housekeepers. We also do apartments, offices and onetime cleans. Serving Mill Bay to Ladysmith. Bonded, Insured, WCB, registered with DVA. 250-710-0864. www.islanddomestic services.ca

HAULING AND SALVAGE

COWICHAN Hauling & Moving

(250) 597-8335 HAULING/JUNK REMOVAL MOVING & DELIVERIES SMALL DEMOLITION JOBS

HOME IMPROVEMENTS CUSTOM TILE WORKS Professional installation of ceramic, mosaic & quarry tiles, slate, glass blocks, etc. Repairs. 30 yrs experience. FOR ESTIMATE CALL 250-710-5712.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS FOODSAFE COURSES Level 1. Aug. 22nd & Sept. 19th $75/person. Location: Island Savings Centre. Register online: www.saferfood.ca or 250-746-4154

FINANCIAL SERVICES

START A new career in Graphic Arts, Healthcare, Business, Education or Information Tech. If you have a GED, call: 855-670-9765

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

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HELP WANTED

Expanding or Renovating your home/bathroom/ kitchen/basement? Painting, Roofing & Finish Carpentry also available. No job too small. Free estimates. Insured

Clements Centre Society, Duncan

... is accepting resumes/ applications for casual work. CSW certificate preferred. Wage starting at $16.33/hour. Application available at

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PLUMBING

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-or- contact Wendy Zeer 250-746-4135, ext. 240

HOUSE PARENTS for childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s residence. Looking to contract a couple to support children in a live-in home setting. Go to www.inclusionpr.ca - careers for more information.

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

HOME CARE/SUPPORT

HEALTH PRODUCTS

IN-HOME CARE giver in Mill Bay area to provide companionship, housekeeping, cleaning duties, cooking and some gardening. Apply by email to leisurecrafts@shaw.ca or by fax: 1-780-406-5001.

RESTLESS LEG Syndrome & Leg Cramps? Fast relief in one hour. Sleep at night. Proven for over 32 years. Online: www.allcalm.com Mon-Fri 8-4 EST 1-800-765-8660

HELP WANTED

RESPONSIBLE CARRIERS WANTED CALL

250-715-7783 MESACHIE LAKE

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LAKE COWICHAN DC519828 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 40 papers Hammond St Hemlock St Steven Cres DC519822 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 94 papers Chappel Rd Johel Rd & Cres Kwassin Cres Scholey Cres DC519818 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 64 papers Boundary Rd. Cottonwood St Kingfisher Pl Quamichan Ave Cowichan Ave 140-212 DC519814 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 64 papers Eldred Rd 55-116 Grantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lake Rd 182-340 Natara Pl 243-247 DC519836 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 65 papers Park Rd 50-111 North Shore Rd 3-37 & 7-134 Wilson Rd 124-135 DC519846 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 56 papers Berar Rd Fern Rd Sall Rd South Shore Rd 232-350

A SERVICE PLUMBER. Licence, Insured. Drains, HWT, Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Repairs. Senior Discounts. After Hour Service. Call Coval Plumbing, 250709-5103.

STUCCO/SIDING

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Free estimates or advice on any size job

Guaranteed work Call 250-715-5883 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE FRIENDLY FRANK Miscellaneous for sale: Antique Canadian rocker, needs reupholstery $20; bamboo folding lounge chair $25; wrought iron floor lamp $30; framed original watercolours $20 to $40. Call 250-246-4030

FUEL/FIREWOOD DRY HEMLOCK firewood cut & split. Approx. 1 cord. $180. You pick up. 250-246-9545.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE Wine supplies including an electric filter machine. Call 250-746-4915

REAL ESTATE HOUSES FOR SALE DONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T OVERPAY! Website: www.rtmihomes.com â&#x20AC;&#x153;Your Smart Housing Solutionâ&#x20AC;? Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest provider of manufactured housing. Text or call (844-334-2960). In stock 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122;/20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;/22â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Homes on sale now!

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CHEMAINUS LOCKWOOD Villa- 1 bdrm, small pet welcome, $700 Includes heat/hot water. Available now. Call 250-709-2765. CHEMAINUS LOCKWOOD Villa- Bachelor top floor, $625. New paint, new carpet, heat/hot water included, small pet welcome. Available now. Call 250-709-2765. LOVELY 1 & 2 bdrm suites in seniors oriented building, Central Duncan. Heat included. NS/NP, $625 & $825. Please call Res. Man. 250-732-0342. MUST VIEW Mountain View Terrace Estates 3420 Auchinachie Road ---------------------------1 bdrm & 2 bdrm freshly renovated bright & spacious, no pets please! Avail Now! Free heat & hot water. ---------------------------Resident managers on site CALL NOW 250-748-3321

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL 1800 SQ.FT. Commercial / Light industrial unit in modern strata complex with Highway Exposure in Duncan area. Call 1(250)658-4336.

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Wednesday, August 19, 2015

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO HOMES FOR RENT KEEPING IT DIRTY

BACH. SUITE - DUNCAN 1&2-br; balcony; F/S; heat & hot water; 1 bldg only; parking; pets considered. $550 - $760 per month AVAILABLE NOW CALL 250.748.7764

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1648 GRANT Rd., Duncan. 4Bdrm, 2Bath. Small pet ok. $1415/mo. txt. 250-937-1487.

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Island meet host Breakers qualify 17 for provincials KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

A total of 17 Cowichan Valley Breakers swimmers — including the members of the record-setting Div. 2 girls freestyle relay team — qualified for the BC Summer Swimming Association Provincial Championships as the club hosted the Vancouver Island regional meet at the Cowichan Aquatic Centre on Aug. 7-9. The remarkable total makes the meet one of the Breakers’ most successful regional meets yet. “Our swimmers have been training all season for this specific swim meet,” head coach Nick Welychko said. “The amount of ribbons, medals and best times the swimmers achieved really goes to show the hard work and dedication that has been put in this season. I couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out.” The 26 Breakers who competed were among more than 400 swimmers from across the Island region, which includes Powell River and Saltspring Island, at the three-day meet. The top three finishers in each event and the top two from each relay in turn qualified for the provincial championships at Commonwealth Place in Saanich this weekend. As a team, the Breakers placed fourth of 11 in the girls standings and fifth of 12 in the boys standings. “Although all of the Breakers had spectacular swims throughout the meet, the Div. 2 girls freestyle relay had everyone in the pool on the edge of their seats,” coach Rachel Wood said. “Brynna Coogan, Aniela Hagen, Kaitlyn Atleo and Hannah Doman each swam two lengths of the pool for the relay, ultimately coming in first place and crushing the previously standing meet record by three seconds.” The Breakers foursome completed the relay in two minutes and 37.7 seconds, and will get another chance to compete at provincials. The same team also placed first in the medley relay. Also going to provincials is the Div. 4 boys relay team of Madoc Trafford, Lukas Bloss, Wyatt Rorick and Ryan Smith, who finished second in their event. From the Div. 2 girls relay team, Coogan also qualified for provincials by placing first in the 50m backstroke, and second in the individual medley and both the 50m and 100m free. Hagen finished second in the 50m butterfly and 50m breaststroke, and third in the 100m free, and locked up an alternate spot in the

Medals all around for locals at WCSG KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

Cowichan’s Haeley Lowe competes in the Div. 7 girls 100m breaststroke during the Island regionals at the Cowichan Aquatic Centre on Aug. 9. [KEVIN ROTHBAUER/CITIZEN] IM. Atleo is an alternate in the IM, 50m fly and 50m breaststroke. In the Div. 1 girls events, Anna Fairweather is an alternate in the 50m fly, and Sadie MacDonald is an alternate in the 50m backstroke. In the Div. 2 boys class, Lock Kapucinski qualified third in the 50m breaststroke, and is an alternate in the IM. In the Div. 3 boys class, Ryan Smith qualified third in the 50m fly and is an alternate in the 50m and 100m free and in the 50m breaststroke, while Madoc Trafford is an alternate in the 50m and 100m free and in the 50 backstroke. Maya Doman is an alternate in the Div. 3 girls 50m breaststroke. Lukas Bloss is an alternate in the Div. 4 boys 100m breaststroke, while Gabby Pask is an alternate in the Div. 4 girls IM and 100m backstroke. Kenzie Pask qualified first in the Div. 5 girls 100m backstroke and Sydnae Lowe qualified third in the 100m breaststroke, while Rhys Trafford is an alternate in the Div. 5 boys 100m backstroke and breaststroke. In Div. 6, Tyler LeBlanc qualified second in the boys 100m backstroke and is an alternate in the 100m breaststroke, while James Urquhart qualified third in the boys, 100m backstroke and is an alternate in the 100m

A tent city of sorts popped up in the fields behind the pool during the massive regional meet. [KEVIN ROTHBAUER/CITIZEN] butterfly, and Sydnae Lowe is an alternate in the girls IM. Reid Urquhart placed sixth with a provincial qualifying time in the Div. 7 boys 100m backstroke, and Haeley Lowe is an alternate in the Div. 7 girls IM, 50m and 100m free, and 100m backstroke. In the ‘O’ Cat 2 girls races, Sofie Bloss qualified third in the 100m butterfly and is an alternate in the 50m fly. The coaches also got into the qualifying. Welychko qualified third in the Div. 8 boys IM, placed fourth with a PQT in the 100m breaststroke, and is an alternate in the 100m free. Wood placed sixth with a PQT in the Div. 8 girls 100m backstroke and is an alternate in the 50m free.

Coogan and Hagen also qualified as members of the Div. 2 girls regional relay team, and Kenzie Pask qualified to swim backstroke on the Div. 5 girls regional relay team. Atleo, Kapuscinski, Smith, Gabby Pask, Haeley Lowe and Welychko qualified as alternates on their respective regional relay teams. The Breakers coaches and swimmers also acknowledged the hard work of the parent volunteers who made the event run smoothly by helping with setup, electronics, officiating and general management. “We greatly appreciate the effort that has been put in by the parents during the season, and this meet was no exception,” Welychko said.

Every Cowichan Valley athlete that competed in the Western Canada Summer Games last week came home with at least medal. Eight athletes from the Cowichan Valley represented Team BC at the Summer Games in Fort McMurray, helping collect 12 of the province’s games-leading 280 medals. Triathlete Desirae Ridenour earned three medals, one of each colour. Ridenour placed third in the individual competition last Thursday, just 29 seconds off of first place and 13 seconds back of second as she was the lone athlete from outside Manitoba to place in the top four. On Saturday, she was part of the B.C. team that finished second — behind Manitoba — in the three-person girls team relay. Finally, on Sunday, she snagged a gold medal in the mixed relay as part of B.C.’s two-girl, two-boy team. Maple Bay Rowing Club teammates Emily Whitaker and Rachel Bond won a pair of gold medals last Saturday as B.C. beat teams from Alberta and Saskatchewan to claim top prize in the girls four and eight events. Anna Slang and B.C.’s girls soccer team took gold after beating Manitoba 3-1 in the final last Saturday. The B.C. girls dominated the soccer tournament, going undefeated in round-robin play and outscoring their opponents 19-0 as they qualified straight to the finals. Mill Bay’s Tristan Mandur won silver in the boys golf competition, finishing just six shots back of his provincial teammate, A.J. Ewart. Mandur shot 76 at the Fort McMurray Golf Course to tie for fourth last Friday, then led the way on Saturday by shooting 72. He wrapped it all up by shooting 75, tied for fifth on the day, on Sunday. Last Tuesday, gymnast Darby McIntyre of the Duncan Dynamics won individual gold on the floor and placed sixth on vault. The previous day, she helped Team BC to silver in the team competition. Last Monday, Hannah Tuplin and Stephanie Mould were part of B.C.’s gold-medal win in the wrestling team competition. On Tuesday, Tuplin claimed silver in the 54kg class, and Mould took bronze in the 47kg division.

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Ceevacs Colleen Vanderheide and Mylisa Evans at the Sri Chinmoy SelfTranscendent Triathlon at Elk Lake. [WENDY WILLIAMS PHOTO] Sara Goodman, left, and Robin Fleming helped BC Blue win the silver medal at the national U18 field hockey championships in Surrey, which wrapped on on Aug. 9. [HEATHER GOODMAN PHOTOS]

Valley players at core of B.C.’s national wins KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

B.C.’s provincial field hockey teams continue to rely on the Cowichan Valley for top talent. Each of the four provincial field hockey teams that won medals at the national championships in late July and early August included at least two representatives from the Cowichan Valley. Jenna Berard and Jillian Wallace helped the U15 BC Blue team to silver at the U16 nationals in Brampton, Ontario, on July 28 to Aug. 1. BC Blue fell to Ontario Red by a 3-1 score in the gold medal game. At the same tournament, Shon Lumb, Hanna Murray and Angela Ramwell took

bronze with the U15 BC White team, beating Ontario White in a shootout. Berard finished the tournament tied for third in scoring with four goals. At the U18 nationals in Surrey on Aug. 5-9, Sara Goodman, Sara Lowes, Casey Crowley and goalie Robin Fleming helped BC Blue to silver, losing a tight final game to Ontario in a shootout. BC White, which included Emma Dame and Brittany Smith, took the bronze medal, beating Alberta 3-0 in the third-place game. Dame scored six goals to tie for second in tournament scoring, while Smith tied for eighth with three goals.

Transcendent triathlon for Ceevacs KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

Colleen Vanderheide led the way as three members of the Ceevacs Roadrunners took part in the 36th Sri Chinmoy Self-Transcendence Triathlon and Duathlon at Elk Lake on Aug. 2. Vanderheide placed first in her age group, while Mylisa Evans was third in her age group, and Danna Hadden finished sixth in her category, taking nine minutes off her previous best time. Less than a month before, Vanderheide and her husband Jake com-

peted in the fifth annual Prospera Granfondo Axel Merckx Okanagan in Penticton on July 12. Colleen finished first in her age group, 61st among women, and 610th overall, while Jake was 707th overall. The Granfondo is a gruelling 160-kilometre race that begins in Penticton and winds its way through Summerland, Okanagan Falls, Oliver and Kaleden. Later this month, Hadden and Colleen Vanderheide will head back to the South Okanagan for the Challenge Penticton half-iron triathlon.

PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Cowichan Valley Regional District intends to renew the lease agreement for the following building: a. Description of Building: A 990 square foot building located at 3900 Drinkwater Rd., Duncan, BC, on part of Lot 1, Sections 2 and 3, Range 2, Somenos District, Plan VIP63727 (PID 023-492-724). b. Nature of Disposition: Lease of land. The above referenced building will be leased to the Cowichan Energy Alternatives Society, a not-for-profit entity, for the purpose of operating a waste vegetable oil collection depot and biodiesel production facility at Bings Creek Recycling Centre. The lease agreement will be for a three year term, with an option to renew for a two year term. The Cowichan Valley Regional District will receive $325.00 a month, plus GST, in compensation effective on the 15th day of September 2015.

Bow-Mel has donated this Ford Escape to be raffled off at the fastball tournament this weekend. [SUBMITTED]

Escape on the block at Gord Closson Fall Classic A field of 10 teams will battle for the title at the 2015 Gord Closson Old Timers Fall Classic fastpitch tournament this weekend, while 200 lucky ticket holders will have a chance to win a 2006 Ford Escape. The tournament will run from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon at Waldon Park in Glenora, with entries from Duncan, Nanaimo and Victoria. The Gord Closson Forest Products team that finished second in the Nanaimo Senior Men’s Fastball League this summer will be represented in the tournament by Dogpatch, although players from the GCFP will be present

on several of the rosters. The Ford Escape, donated by Bow-Mel Chrysler, will be raffled off at $50 a ticket, with just 200 tickets available. Tickets will be available from each of the 10 teams, or at the tournament. Proceeds will go to a local family in need. This is the second year that Bow-Mel has donated a vehicle, and tickets were snapped up quickly last year. The tournament will also include a 50/50 draw, beer gardens, and a concession run by the Shriners. Round-robin games take place Friday at 6 p.m., and Saturday at 8 a.m, 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. The playoffs will go on Sunday, wrapping up around 5 p.m.

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Cowichan Capitals open training camp this Saturday KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

Capitals head coach Bob Beatty will be evaluating talent for the 2015/16 season as the team holds its training camp at the Island Savings Centre this weekend. [CITIZEN FILE]

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The Cowichan Valley Capitals will break the ice on the 2015/16 B.C. Hockey League season this Saturday when they open their main training camp at the Island Savings Centre. More than 40 players are expected to attend the camp, including veterans from the 2014/15 squad, off-season acquisitions, and new recruits. Fans will get their first glimpses of new Capitals Mackenzie Bauer, Nicolas Carrier, Chris Harpur, Ayden MacDonald and Mitch Meek at the camp. The first on-ice session is scheduled to run from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, followed by a second session from 7-9 p.m. Players will be back on the ice on Sunday from 10 to noon, and camp wraps up with an inter-

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squad game at 6 p.m. Head coach Bob Beatty and his coaching staff will make the first cuts following the intersquad game and the remaining players will stay in camp for the rest of the week leading up to the preseason exhibition opener against the Powell River Kings at the Cowichan Lake Arena on Thursday, Aug. 27 at 7:30 p.m. The Caps will continue the preseason schedule on Aug. 29 when they host the Victoria Grizzlies at the Island Savings Centre at 7 p.m. They will visit the Grizzlies at the Q Centre on Aug. 30, then host the Alberni Valley Bulldogs on Sept. 2 before closing out the exhibition slate with a home-andhome series against the Nanaimo Clippers on Sept. 4 and 5. The regular season will begin on Sept. 11 when the Caps again host the Grizzlies.

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DISCOUNTS

INCLUDES:

2.4L LX MT FWD

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BLUETOOTH HANDS-FREE CONNECTIVITY

HEATED FRONT SEATS

Sportage SX Luxury shown ‡ HWY / CITY 100KM: 8.3L/11.4L

2015

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5,000

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Optima SX Turbo shown ‡ HWY / CITY 100KM: 5.7L/8.9L

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Offer(s) available on select new 2015/2016 models through participating dealers to qualified retail customers who take delivery from August 1 to 31, 2015. Dealers may sell or lease for less. Some conditions apply. See dealer for complete details. Vehicles shown may include optional accessories and upgrades available at extra cost. All offers are subject to change without notice. All pricing includes delivery and destination fees up to $1,715, $22 AMVIC, $100 A/C charge (where applicable). Excludes taxes, licensing, PPSA, registration, insurance, variable dealer administration fees, fuel-fill charges up to $100, and down payment (if applicable and unless otherwise specified). Other lease and financing options also available. Φ0% financing and up to $6,000 discount are available on select 2015 models and are deducted from the negotiated purchase/lease price before taxes. Certain conditions apply. See your dealer for complete details. Representative Financing Example: Financing offer available on approved credit (OAC), on a new 2015 Rondo LX AT Winter SE (RN75SF) with a selling price of $27,232 is based on monthly payments of $442 for 48 months at 0% with a $0 down payment, $0 security deposit and first monthly payment due at finance inception. Offer also includes a $6,000 financing discount. *Cash Purchase Price for the new 2015 Forte LX MT (FO541F)/2015 Optima LX AT (OP742F)/2015 Sportage 2.4L LX MT FWD (SP551F)/2015 Rondo LX AT Winter SE (RN75SF) is $12,982/$21,452/$19,982/$21,232 and includes a cash discount of $4,570/$5,000/$4,850/$6,000. Dealer may sell for less. Other taxes, registration, insurance and licensing fees are excluded. Cash discounts vary by model and trim and are deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes. ≠Representative Leasing Example: Lease offer available on approved credit (OAC), on new 2016 Sorento 2.4L LX FWD (SR75AG) with a selling price of $29,332 is based on monthly payments of $325 for 36 months at 0.9%, $0 security deposit, $1,800 down payment and first monthly payment due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $11,708 with the option to purchase at the end of the term for $16,414. Lease has 16,000 km/yr allowance (other packages available and $0.12/km for excess kilometres). Lease discounts vary by model and trim and are deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes. Ω Lease payments must be made on a monthly or bi-weekly basis but cannot be made on a weekly basis. Weekly lease payments are for advertising purposes only. ‡Model shown Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price for 2015 Forte SX (FO748F)/2015 Sportage SX Luxury (SP759F)/2015 Optima SX Turbo AT (OP748F)/2016 Sorento SX Turbo AWD (SR75IG) is $26,695/$38,495/$34,895/$42,095.  Highway/city fuel consumption is based on the 2015 Sportage 2.4L 4-cyl AT/2015 Forte 1.8L MPI 4-cyl AT/2015 Optima 2.4L GDI AT/2016 Sorento SX 2.0L Turbo AWD. These updated estimates are based on the Government of Canada’s approved criteria and testing methods. Refer to the EnerGuide Fuel Consumption Guide. Your actual fuel consumption will vary based on driving habits and other factors. The Kia Sorento received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among midsize SUVs in the proprietary J.D. Power 2015 U.S. Initial Quality StudySM. Study based on responses from 84,367 U.S. new-vehicle owners, measuring 244 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of U.S. owners surveyed from February to May 2015. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). The All-new 2016 Sorento/2015 Optima were awarded the 2015 Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) for model year 2016/2015. U.S. models tested. Visit www.iihs.org for full details. The Bluetooth® wordmark and logo are registered trademarks and are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Information in this advertisement is believed to be accurate at the time of printing. For more information on our 5-year warranty coverage, visit kia.ca or call us at 1-877-542-2886. Kia is a trademark of Kia Motors Corporation.

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Offer(s) available on select new 2015/2016 models through participating dealers to qualified retail customers who take delivery from August 1 to 31, 2015. Dealers may sell or lease for less. Some conditions apply. See dealer for complete details. Vehicles shown may include optional accessories and upgrades available at extra cost. All offers are subject to change without notice. All pricing includes delivery and destination fees up to $1,715, $22 AMVIC, $100 A/C charge (where applicable). Excludes taxes, licensing, PPSA, registration, insurance, variable dealer administration fees, fuel-fill charges up to $100, and down payment (if applicable and unless otherwise specified). Other lease and financing options also available. Φ0% financing and up to $6,000 discount are available on select 2015 models and are deducted from the negotiated purchase/lease price before taxes. Certain conditions apply. See your dealer for complete details. Representative Financing Example: Financing offer available on approved credit (OAC), on a new 2015 Rondo LX AT Winter SE (RN75SF) with a selling price of $27,232 is based on monthly payments of $442 for 48 months at 0% with a $0 down payment, $0 security deposit and first monthly payment due at finance inception. Offer also includes a $6,000 financing discount. *Cash Purchase Price for the new 2015 Forte LX MT (FO541F)/2015 Optima LX AT (OP742F)/2015 Sportage 2.4L LX MT FWD (SP551F)/2015 Rondo LX AT Winter SE (RN75SF) is $12,982/$21,452/$19,982/$21,232 and includes a cash discount of $4,570/$5,000/$4,850/$6,000. Dealer may sell for less. Other taxes, registration, insurance and licensing fees are excluded. Cash discounts vary by model and trim and are deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes. ≠Representative Leasing Example: Lease offer available on approved credit (OAC), on new 2016 Sorento 2.4L LX FWD (SR75AG) with a selling price of $29,332 is based on monthly payments of $325 for 36 months at 0.9%, $0 security deposit, $1,800 down payment and first monthly payment due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $11,708 with the option to purchase at the end of the term for $16,414. Lease has 16,000 km/yr allowance (other packages available and $0.12/km for excess kilometres). Lease discounts vary by model and trim and are deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes. Ω Lease payments must be made on a monthly or bi-weekly basis but cannot be made on a weekly basis. Weekly lease payments are for advertising purposes only. ‡Model shown Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price for 2015 Forte SX (FO748F)/2015 Sportage SX Luxury (SP759F)/2015 Optima SX Turbo AT (OP748F)/2016 Sorento SX Turbo AWD (SR75IG) is $26,695/$38,495/$34,895/$42,095.  Highway/city fuel consumption is based on the 2015 Sportage 2.4L 4-cyl AT/2015 Forte 1.8L MPI 4-cyl AT/2015 Optima 2.4L GDI AT/2016 Sorento SX 2.0L Turbo AWD. These updated estimates are based on the Government of Canada’s approved criteria and testing methods. Refer to the EnerGuide Fuel Consumption Guide. Your actual fuel consumption will vary based on driving habits and other factors. The Kia Sorento received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among midsize SUVs in the proprietary J.D. Power 2015 U.S. Initial Quality StudySM. Study based on responses from 84,367 U.S. new-vehicle owners, measuring 244 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of U.S. owners surveyed from February to May 2015. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). The All-new 2016 Sorento/2015 Optima were awarded the 2015 Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) for model year Sales Sales Sales General Sales Sales Financial Services Financial Services Sales Sales Sales General are registered trademarks and areManager owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Information in this advertisement is believed to be accurate at the time of printing. For more information on our 5-year warranty coverage, visit kia.ca or call us at 1-877-542-2886. Kia is a trademark of Kia Motors Corporation. 2016/2015. U.S. models tested. Visit www.iihs.org for full details.Manager The Bluetooth® wordmark and logoManager

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