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■ P23 Set in Vancouver Island’s temperate and scenic Cowichan Valley, the Vancouver Island Motorsport Resort (VIMR) is on schedule to become Canada’s premier, all-year motorsport facility. It is scheduled to open in the spring.

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■ P5 The regional district board has yet to decide about a fall referendum regarding a tax to address homelessness in the Comox Valley. Last week, directors voted to defer the matter to the Sept. 29 board meeting.

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A mother’s anguish ■ P3 The merging of two weather phenomenons - El Niño and the Pacific Decadal Oscillation (a.k.a. The Blob) has an Environment Canada expert calling for an even drier winter in 2016 than the one experienced this year.

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The 41-year-old man facing second-degree murder charges relating to the death of 23-yearold Courtenay resident Kevin Burns will make his next appearance by video Sept.10. Shane Stanford appeared by video in a Courtenay courtroom Thursday morning for the incident which occurred Aug. 11 around 10:30 p.m. in downtown Courtenay. Stanford made his first court appearance mid-August, and an agent working on behalf of his lawyer Jordan Watt asked for an adjournment of two weeks to examine additional files. Stanford, who is known to police with at least four other files from this year including assault of a peace officer and possession of stolen property, will appear by video.

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Green Party leader Elizabeth May spoke to a standing-room-only crowd at the Best Western Westerly Hotel Friday night. Courtenay-Alberni Green Party candidate Glenn Sollitt opened the evening, and acclaimed Denman Island author Des Kennedy introduced May. The room was abuzz all evening, after a poll released earlier in the week had the Greens solidly in second place on Vancouver Island, with 30 per cent support. According to the independent poll (conducted by Insights West), the NDP leads the Island, at 39 per cent, while the Conservatives and Liberals lag far behind, at 15 per cent each. Photo by Terry Farrell

Expect another dry West Coast winter ■ Erin Haluschak erin.haluschak @comoxvalleyrecord.com

The Blob is coming. And if it brings its meteorological sibling with it, the next few months - even year - could mean slightly warmer temperatures and less precipitation. Environment Canada meteorologist Lisa Coldwells said a combination of El Niño and the Pacific Decadal Oscillation - otherwise known as The Blob - may not bring good news for the local mountains. “It generally means temperatures on the whole tend to be slightly warmer; the mean temperatures may be up one or two degrees.”

She explained the El Niño effect could make an impact during the winter months in the Comox Valley and may influence local weather all the way into next fall. It could also mean slightly less around 10 per cent - precipitation for the region. The effect could also mean freezing levels are elevated, which, with less snowpack and a faster melting period, could affect future watersheds. For BC Hydro’s Stephen Watson, stakeholder engagement and communications officer, the predicted weather patterns may transpire into a flood risk management operation. “Warmer temperatures are forecasted this fall and winter and that may mean rain storms versus snow accumulations in the mountains basically what’s happened the last two winters. We could be in flood risk management operations come

November. It can change quickly.” He explained the Comox Lake reservoir has been dropping by about two to three centimetres per day throughout the summer. The water discharge from the Comox dam is about 7.5 m3/s, and the water is providing for fish habitat and the Comox Valley Regional District’s domestic water supply. BC Hydro shut down the generating station mid-June. “The reservoir is currently at about 132.85 metres, and just under two metres from where things can get more disconcerting in terms of how much water can be released downstream … because the dam is located about 300 metres downstream of the reservoir on the Puntledge River and a river channel forms from the reservoir to the dam.” See WEATHER, Page 9

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Customer appreciation at the Market The Comox Valley Farmers’ Market is having a Customer Appreciation Day on Saturday, Sept. 5, 9 a.m. to noon, Headquarters Road. “(This is) an opportunity for market organizers and individual vendors to show their gratitude to faithful customers,” said CVFM executive director Vickey Brown. She said growing conditions this year have forced a bit of a change in the day’s schedule. “Usually the market brings corn on the cob to share for this annual event, but this year they have to reinvent the celebrations because the corn is not available,” said Brown. “I know that farmers on wells struggled with water supply this year and now everything is early, and many crops are ripening simultaneously which makes it difficult to harvest and store all at once.” The corn crop along with others, was several weeks early. And at McClintocks farm — which has been providing the corn for this event for years — their crop just didn’t happen. So, instead of corn on the cob, the market will be finding new ways to celebrate local food shoppers this Saturday by giving customers more of what they want. Enter to win a local food basket, find yourself in a photo collage by market photographer Bill Jorgensen, and win a market token, plus fun activities for the kids and more.

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Mountain Centre gets help from CVRD The regional district board approved a $9,000 grant-in-aid to assist the Vancouver Island Mountain Sports Society (VIMSS) with operating expenses for the Vancouver Island Mountain Centre, as requested by Area C director Edwin Grieve. “I have always maintained that this is a Valley-wide initiative that benefits everyone,” Grieve said. “Much like the support the electoral directors give to community halls, I support base funding to sustain operations.” The society owns the centre at Mount Washington, where groups such as the Girl Guides and the Avalanche Society have rented space. The biggest user group has been quilters. In 2013, the CVRD board approved a $60,000 contribution to the VIMSS over a five-year period — $20,000 the first two years, $10,000 this year, and $5,000 each in 2016 and 2017. Earlier this year, society members asked directors to consider increasing this year’s grant. Grieve says the lack of snow in the last two ski seasons has impacted the entire resort community at Mount Washington, and as a result the economy of the Comox Valley. “Mount Washington and the spinoffs in tourist accommodation, retail, restaurant and entertainment industries account for what is the second biggest economic driver of the district in terms of private dol-

The Vancouver Island Mountain Sports Society Mountain Centre. lars and deserves all our support,” he said. “We’ve certainly been struggling with the weather the last couple of winters,” said Karen Bonell, chair of the VIMSS. “The regional district has been so incredibly supportive.” The society expects to eventually be self-sustaining.

The first challenge is to pay off the mortgage. “When you’re running a non-profit, your budget at the end of the year is zero,” Bonell said. “It’s (weather) challenged us to diversify the business. It’s actually forced us into doing additional things. Now we have adapted

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CVRD defers homelessness referendum matter to Sept. 29 ■ Scott Stanfield scott.stanfield @comoxvalleyrecord.com

The regional district board has yet to decide about a fall referendum regarding a tax to address homelessness in the

Comox Valley. Last week, directors voted to defer the matter to the Sept. 29 board meeting. Directors had unanimously approved a recommended referendum date of Nov. 28 at the last committee of the whole session. The board wants to wait until Comox council discusses refer-

endum details before adopting a bylaw that would enable the vote. The proposed question will ask voters if they favour a bylaw to establish a service to provide funds to one or more non-government organizations (NGOs), based on a plan to address homelessness.

Ribfest coming to Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds Rib lovers rejoice; the inaugural Comox Valley Ribfest is coming to the Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds, Sept. 18-20. The Ribfest will feature up to five of North America’s top professional cooks, better known as “Ribbers”, who will tempt your taste buds with delicious sizzling ribs and mouth-watering sauces. The lineup of Ribbers includes Boss Hogs, Misty Mountain, Smoke & Bones, Gator BBQ and Prairie Smoke & Spice BBQ. For detailed information on these Ribbers, please go to our website: comoxvalleyribfest.ca In addition to the Ribbers, other vendors, including several local producers, will offer a variety of fresh and flavourful food items. Admission is by donation. Food and drinks payment will be made directly to the vendors. Ribfests are not just about eating. There will be great live entertainment all three days on the Comox Valley Dodge - 97.3 The Eagle Main Stage featuring several of Comox

A non-binding question at the last civic election indicates 71 per cent of voters support at least a $5 annual property tax. Pending voter approval, homeowners would pay about $6 on a $300,000 home. The service would provide up to $150,000 a year for NGOs. Funding could be available by March.

Participating jurisdictions would be Courtenay, Cumberland, Area A (excluding Denman and Hornby Islands), and Areas B and C. Comox, which has established a $30,000/year fund for the function of addressing homelessness, would instead partner with service providers on its own.

Cumberland seniors and toddlers interact this fall Cumberland Recreation is collaborating with Cumberland Lodge to offer an intergenerational music program this fall. TreeFrog Music brings seniors, toddlers and parents together to sing, dance, shake shakers, and swing scarves. The weekly classes offer a chance to create special moments between the very young and the very old and allow for the sharing of pure musical

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urn on your TV and change it to a news channel, open a paper, or check the Internet. It’s a policy blizzard out there. In fact, we’d have trouble keeping up if we were covering nothing but announcements from the three major political parties. While the United States is suffering through a bizarre Republican primary that is light on issues and heavy on Trump, Canada is a policy wonk’s dream. Just in the past week or so, we’ve seen the national party leaders make promises on senate reform, old age security, northern defence, business taxes, even home renovation tax credits. You could criticize some of these announcements. Many of them are on the small scale side of things. We’ve called for a debate on big issues – things like global warming, but we could as easily have said health care or the role of Canada’s military, post-secondary education, veterans and the future of our economy. So far, we haven’t seen too much discussion of those big issues. But the party leaders have a long road ahead of them, and they have to save some ammunition for September and October, when everyone’s back from summer getaways and can really get down to paying attention to the news again. Right now, we’re actually pleased that, at the very least, there are issues on the table. Not all of these issues are minor, either – when Harper talks about expanding the Junior Canadian Rangers, or Mulcair wants to return Old Age Security to 65 from 67 years, those are both indications of significant priorities for their potential governments. Not to be outdone, Elizabeth May announced her Green Party strategy to end homelessness throughout the country - no small feat. We’re in the middle of a long, long campaign. The leaders could have been excused for stretching things out, going to rallies, and not saying much. Instead, we’ve actually seen a lot of talk about how things would go under Trudeau, Harper, Mulcair and May. It may be a little piecemeal right now, but it could be worse. We could be talking about Donald Trump. –Black Press

In March of 2014, the Chamber of Commerce established a Governance Review Task Force. The Task Force has a single and simple goal: have an independent governance review study conducted of the local government of the Comox Valley. The provincial government has funds available for such studies, and when Task Force members asked several provincial ministers about the issue, they indicated that all they need to make the study happen is for all four local governments to ask for it. So what is this “governance” thing you ask? In its essence, governance is the way in which we are governed. When discussing local government governance, it includes the structure (three municipalities and a regional district), the number of elected officials (22), how decisions are made, and how works and services are funded. So why does the Chamber of Commerce care so much about local

How will the study be conducted? If efforts on Saltspring Island are any indication, a local committee of citizens and select elected officials would be formed. Of note, the elected officials do not have voting capacity in the model being used on Saltspring Island. The committee would work with provincial staff to create a terms of reference for the study, and to hire a consultant to conduct the study. The terms of reference for the study would be a key document that would need input from all of the existing local governments so we know the correct questions to ask. The study would be funded by the province, and the report, guided by the committee, would be presented to the province and each of the local governments for action. It is important to note that any recommendations of the study would be non-binding. As we begin a fresh round of presentations to local councils, the petition is available for signature on the Chamber website or at the Chamber office. Have a say in how your community is governed – better yet, pick up a petition form and help us get even more signatures!

Andrew Gower is the Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce chair

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government governance? It’s really simple: businesses pay a large portion of local taxes directly through property taxes and indirectly through salaries that pay for employees’ property taxes. Local businesses also interact with, and can have their business success directly affected by local government. Therefore, it’s in the best interest of Comox Valley businesses to have the best local governance possible. Sign the petition! Since forming just over a year ago, the Task Force started a petition and has made presentations to each municipal council. The goal of the petition is to collect signatures from 10 per cent of the Comox Valley electorate (5,000 signatures) to show local governing bodies that the people of the Valley want this study. To date, more than 2,800 signatures have been collected. As we ask people about the governance review study, 99 per cent are willing to sign, so getting the signatures is just a matter of time. We also used a recent business leader’s survey to our advantage by asking if local businesses supported having a governance review study done — 88 per cent surveyed supported the call for a study.

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Comox presents -Trilogy of Art Form - a show and sale by Hans Petersen, Bev Petersen and Kay Butka opens Sept. 1-20. Open Tuesday – Saturday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Sunday 1 – 4 p.m., Closed Monday. Free admission. Located at 1729 Comox Ave. FMI and to see a virtual gallery of the current show go to pearlellisgallery.com FIRST NATIONS ART AT CVAG - The Comox Valley Art Gallery has three separate exhibits featuring First Nations Art, running until Sept. 5. The art gallery is at 580 Duncan Ave. in Courtenay. Denman Summer Gallery - “Sewn Together: Colour and Collaborations.” Stacey Armstrong and Barb Mortell are friends, neighbours and quilt collaborators who reside on Denman Island. They will be displaying between 10 and 20 diverse pieces - all works of art, both practical quilts and stunning wall hangings. Friday Aug. 21 to Tuesday Sept. 1 Gallery hours: Monday to Saturday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday: 1 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. Denman Arts Centre at 1016 Northwest Road, Denman Island. DRAC’S KASTLE - AVANH’s graffiti art show captures a small time frame spanning the years of 2011 to 2013 at Drac’s Kastle, where she recorded ephemeral artworks by herself and other unknown artists. Her show is now at Serious Coffee 2760 Cliffe Ave. #5, Courtenay. The exhibit runs until the end of September. Moon show- Comox Valley Arts Council is presenting an external gallery exhibit of paintings and prints in a Robert Moon mini-retrospective. Five decades of artwork representing a variety of mediums and genre. The show runs until Sept. 15 at the Red Tree Artisan Cafe 1062456 Rosewall Cr., Courtenay.

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Tuesday, September 1

EUCHRE at Comox Seniors Centre, 1801 Beaufort Ave. We play eight games of euchre for about two hours and 15 minutes. $1 of the $1.25 entry fee is returned in prizes. Those wishing to play on an ongoing basis after a week or two of playing will require a membership. This is only $30 per annum and as a

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member will cover many other activities as well. KARAOKE FOR CASH Karaoke with Rod & Suzy McNeil. Chances Casino, 361 Hunt Rd. Win $500 cash! RED21 Idol Season #3 Karaoke Contest. Free to enter. Sue Medley concert Juno Award -winning singer/ songwriter Sue Medley is the featured performer at this month’s 1st Tuesday Fundraiser at the Mex Pub (1003 Ryan Rd., Courtenay). Sue’s charity of choice is the SPCA. Admission by donation. Food bank donations also encouraged. Show starts at 7:30 with an opening set courtesy of Bruce and Judy Wing.

Wednesday, September 2 Resident folk - Sam Hurrie and Doug Cox have returned to the Cumberland Hotel for a couple of sets of roots/blues/ folk. And you never know who might join them on stage. Sam will be going solo tonight. Music starts at 7:30 p.m. Big Little Lions - Helen Austin and Paul Otten bring their show to the Zocalo in a tune-up performance prior to The Sunshine Music Festival in Powell River. Show starts at 7.

Thursday, September 3 Seed savers meeting - at 7 p.m. the Comox Valley Growers and Seed Savers will resume their monthly meeting. Our guess speaker “Lucie Desjarlais”, a partner in Stotan Falls Farm will present information on winter gardening. General seed saving techniques will also be discussed. The meeting is held at Creekside Commons, 2202 Lambert Street. Admission is by donation for nonmembers. Direct questions to Sylvain Alie at 250-336-8632. Big Little Lions, AGAIN - In case you miss them on Wednesday - or even if you don’t - Helen Austin and Paul Otten have another tune-up performance prior to The Sunshine Music Festival in Powell River. This one is at the Roy Pub in Royston. Show starts at 7.

Friday, September 4 Seniors dance -Come dance to the music of Double Play. Dancing is from 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. in the Rotary Hall at the Florence Filberg Centre. $7 for members and $9 for non-members. FMI call the Florence Filberg office 250-338-1000.

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Send your letter to editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com, or drop it off at the Record office, 765 McPhee Ave. Please keep letters to a maximum of 300 words and sign with your name and hometown. We reserve the right to publish and to edit for space/clarity. Opinions expressed in Letters to the Editor are the sole opinion of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the paper.

Reader underwhelmed by party leaders’ visits

Dear editor, Recently, the Comox Valley was graced with the appearance of the leaders of two of our major political parties. As one who is interested in the politics and the governance of our country, I was completely underwhelmed by both the advance publicity and the opportunities each party provided ordinary citizens to assess their leaders. First, Thomas Mulcair and the NDP. It was only by accident that I learned of his visit. With a little research I determined that he would speak at the Filberg and I along with a large and enthusiastic crowd anxiously awaited his arrival. Warmly introduced by his sister, he proceeded to read his speech from a teleprompter. His was a canned message likely given many times previously. He read flawlessly to polite applause and after an ovation, promptly left the floor. There was no question period. Eventually, the crowd quietly disbursed. Well at least we got to see him in the flesh. Next, Stephen Harper’s visit. On Thursday, passing by my television I heard the commentator say that Harper would be in Comox that evening. Researching the Conservative web page for details of his appearance, I came up completely empty-handed. A telephone call to our member John Duncan’s constituency office yielded little fruit. The woman who answered did volunteer that I could phone their campaign office and perhaps learn some details. “Butch” answered the phone there and advised me that the national office was handling the “invitations”. The message was plain and sim-

ple. This was not a meeting for the curious or for that matter, the general public. Wow... we are in the beginning stages of an election campaign and this party does not even allow constituents the opportunity to get within a mile of their leader, who just happens to have been our Prime Minister for the past four years. Earlier this afternoon, while discussing the leaders’ visits with several friends, a young fellow sitting close by entered the conversation with the comment “most of my friends don’t vote… they just don’t care.” Is it any wonder? Dave Wilson Courtenay

Letter of thanks from YANA to the community

Dear editor, WOW is the first word that comes to mind after the beautiful “ride” YANA has been on. We are so grateful for the support we have received from the community in connection with the Aug. 16 Simon’s Cycles YANA Ride. It’s true we raised a large sum of money, which will help to fund our apartments in Vancouver for seven months. This will provide homes away from home for many families, which is such an important part of our program. But the day also reminded us how deeply our organization is rooted in the Comox Valley and how much this community cares about children and families. YANA is honoured that our values are shared by so many people. With nearly 700 people in Marina Park and many more quiet cheerleaders pledging and rooting for cyclists, the community spirit was tangible. “The essence of community and family was felt everywhere we went,” said Perry Feltham, one of our many sponsors and a 100 km cyclist. “It was

so nice to see so many happy, smiling people.” In our daily work, we support families experiencing tremendous challenges and sometimes unimaginable heartache, it’s imperative that we also take time to appreciate the joy that families bring. When we get to do that with hundreds of like-minded people it is an amazing motivator to continue to do our work. Thank you. Marcie Dumais  YANA Executive Director

Why are firefighters not paid in the Comox Valley?

Dear editor, After reading the thank-you letter to the volunteer firefighters by Jackie Sandiford from Merville a question came to my mind. Why are there not paid firefighters in the Comox Valley? This area has grown to over twice the size it was when I moved here in the fall of 1993. I wonder if the cities of Comox, Cumberland, and Courtenay had amalgamated a few years ago, we might have paid firefighters. When we lived in Sointula 1970-1990, the possibility of a fire was always a concern to me. We had a volunteer fire department there, but it was understandable, because we only had a population of 900 people. My uncle was the chief fire warden of the city of Vancouver. When I shared my concerns with him, his reply to me was “a volunteer fire department is good for the house next door.” Is there anyone amongst your readership that is able to enlighten me and other readers as to why we do not have a full-time paid fire department in the three cities at least? I expect that the reply will be “it’s too expensive” but I believe that is not a responsible attitude. Marilyn Crosbie Courtenay

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Waiting for their safe return ■ Erin Haluschak erin.haluschak @comoxvalleyrecord.com

“There will be a time where all the kids are back.” Alison Azer sits quietly on the right side of a couch in her office, looking out the window, taking a deep breath while holding back tears. It’s Friday - one week exactly since she received confirmation of her suspicion that her ex-husband hasn’t returned to Canada from a court-approved trip to Europe with her four children - Meitan, 3, Dersim,7, Rojehan, 9, and Sharvahn,11. The week has been filled with what Azer calls “the power of the collective” - the way in which family, friends and the community have come together while she works through establishing supports and a plan to search for her children. “It’s just a fascinating insight into the capacity of human beings to connect to a story on a really primal level,” she explains. “I feel profoundly connected to the universe through this. I’m using my strength to drive it to my kids.”

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Cpl. Darren Lagan, RCMP Island District spokes- feared, as we’ve been preparing to help you with, the man, says after receiving initial details on Aug. 15, kids aren’t coming home today,” she notes. extensive work and communication with international “I sat on the stairs and I started rocking back and law enforcement partners and Interpol began for the forth and I held myself and there was just really search for Azer’s children. mournful sounds that came out of me. So I have had Dr. Salahaddin Mahmudi Azer (Saren), a Comox moments where I felt I had to allow myself to go deep Valley resident, failed to return the and dark because I’ve never lost children to Canada as scheduled. the confidence that I could always I sat on the stairs and I This led to an order by the Supreme find my way back out, that I will Court of British Columbia on Aug. started rocking back and forth not collapse through this. 21 requiring the children be imme- and I held myself and there was “I would know that I couldn’t diately returned to the custody of just really mournful sounds that let myself fall to the floor, because their mother, adds Lagan. if I fell, there was a chance that I came out of me. On Aug. 24, Comox Valley RCMP couldn’t get up. And I could have Alison Azer fallen if it was only on my account. sought and obtained a Canada Wide Warrant of Arrest for Azer But I couldn’t fall for Sharvahn, - who practised at St. Joseph’s Rojehan, or Dersim or Meitan,” she General Hospital in Comox - in relation to charges of adds, wiping a tear from her cheek. Abduction in Contravention of a Custody Order, conShe gives full credit to her family - who on a trary to Section 282 of the Criminal Code of Canada. moment’s notice came together and have been working While she’s allowed herself moments to face one of non-stop with support. her greatest fears - she credits the support of those “My support system is incredible. My sister is here around her for the ability to not give up hope. - she flew out from coast to coast. Calling my brother “That first happened Friday at 4:30 in the morning Charlie at work. Calling my brother Allan … and makwhen the staff sergeant knocked on the door … I have ing those calls and just needing people to be real with so much compassion for the people who had to bring me. Needing people to say ‘I can barely talk through me the news. (He said), “as you thought Alison, as you crying.’ I am so scared.”

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Within days, a crowdsourcing campaign began to help offset the expenses, and in six days, the campaign surpassed its goal of $35,000. It is currently sitting at more than $45,000. “You kind of lose your sense of being proper and saying ‘no no - I don’t want to impose.’ I’ve said to someone the other day that I’ve lost half of my manners. I’ve lost the half that says ‘please,’ but I haven’t lost the half that says ‘thank you,’” Azer notes. She believes the children may have been taken to the Middle East, perhaps northern Iraq - an area she visited in 2010 - and adds she does have confidence in the authorities aware of the situation. “We’ve been in touch with the government - Kurdistan Regional authorities - and they have assured me that they will do everything in their power. And I have multiple, very strong sources that my instincts in having confidence in what they say is well founded.” As the days without contact with her children grow, Azer does not give up on the promises she’s

made to her children. “Every night I make good on my promise to Rojehan, and I look at the moon, and I talk to her through the moon, and I tell her to be strong and be brave, and to talk with her sister … (telling her) to protect them. Meitan is three, and how much he understands, I’m not sure. But Dersim can take a Lego kit for a 15-year-old and it’s done within an hour. His heart is so soft.” To donate to the crowdsourcing campaign, search Alison Azer on Fundrazr.com, or visit the Bring Alison’s 4 Kids Home page on Facebook for more information on other campaigns being organized in the Valley. If you have any information on the location of Saren Mahmudi Azer or his four children, contact Comox Valley RCMP at 250-3381321.

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RCM Search and Rescue looking for volunteers Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue (RCMSAR) Station 60 Comox volunteers had a lot of fun providing a safety net for the dragon boat races, 442 SAR demo, and fireworks over the Nautical Days weekend. In addition to this type of community support, RCM-SAR Station 60’s dedicated volunteers provide marine search and rescue, first aid, vessel assistance and towing in Barclay Sound and Georgia Strait; from south of Campbell River, east to Powell River and south of Hornby and Denman Islands. We are looking for a few good volunteers to take our next training course beginning in September. Benefits of volunteering include: - improved boat handing skills (seamanship), - first aid training, - improved navigation work, including

Paul Giles providing a safety net for the dragon boat races. GPS and electronic pilotage, - self rescue skills, - search and rescue techniques, - satisfaction from helping others. We are looking for people 19 years or older with at least their PCOC and a

strong commitment to volunteering for their community. Other qualifications such as a marine radio operators certificate and boat handling skills are an asset. All training is based on a detailed training program developed by Royal

Record article prompts unplanned donation Shoreline Orthodontics was just the friend YANA was looking for when this year’s Simon’s Cycle YANA ride came up a little short on its fundraising target. After reading the Comox Valley Record’s report of the event and discovering that the group was $1,000 off their target the Shoreline team called Marcie Dumais, YANA executive director, and arranged to provide the much-needed funds. You Are Not Alone is an organization offering help to Comox Valley families who need to travel to access medical treatment for their children. The Shoreline Orthodontics team participates weekly in a Jeans Day where each member contributes to a fund. The

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Canadian Marine Search and Rescue, and requires a reasonable time commitment not only for training but rotational on-call, when qualified as crew. “Volunteering with RCM-SAR Station 60 provides me the opportunity to help out the community and learn more about boating, which I enjoy,” states Kathryn Clouston. “I enjoy being part of a great bunch of people who enjoy a common interest.” RCM-SAR Station 60 Comox Valley has two vessels in its fleet. Lazo, a brand new 33-foot enclosed cab jet boat, and Paul Giles, a 22-foot RHIB (Rigid Haul Inflatable boat). The boats are moored at the Comox Marina, where the unit has a floating base. For more information, email comoxmarinerescue@gmail.com or call Peter Bolton at 250-890-0554.

Public Hearing Notice

Bylaw No. 387 being the “Comox Valley Zoning Bylaw, 2005, Amendment No. 63”

Public hearing to be held: Wednesday, September 9, 2015 Location: CVRD boardroom, 550B Comox Road, Courtenay Starting at: 7:00 p.m. Bylaw No. 387 This bylaw, if adopted, would rezone a property described as Parcel A (DD 8173-N) of Lot 4, Block 29, Comox District, Plan 2270 (6567 Island Highway North) from public assembly one (PA-1) to rural eight (RU-8) in order to permit principal residential use as shown on the map below: A copy of the proposed bylaw and related information may be viewed at the regional district office, 600 Comox Road, Courtenay, BC between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays from Friday, August 28, 2015 until Monday, September 9, 2015 or at www.comoxvalleyrd.ca.

Shoreline Orthodontics presented YANA with a cheque for $1,000 after reading an article in The Record that stated the Simon’s Cycles YANA Ride came up $1,000 shy of its target. group then determines which local community programs it is going to sponsor. It has contribut-

ed to programs in the Valley as well as Campbell River and Powell River. Local beneficiaries have

been the CV Child Development Society, Therapeutic Riding and Cumberland Community Forest.

Seed Savers meetings resume Thursday (Sept. 3) at 7 p.m. the Comox Valley Growers and Seed Savers will resume their monthly meeting. Our guest speaker Lucie Desjarlais, a partner in Stotan Falls Farm, will present information on winter gardening. General seed saving techniques will also be discussed. The meeting is held at Creekside Commons, 2202 Lambert St. Admission is by donation for non-members. Direct questions to Sylvain Alie at 250-336-8632.

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ARTS Evelyn Lau: From the streets to the Sid Mark Allan Special to The Record

From a young age, Evelyn Lau knew she was going to be a writer, although she probably didn’t anticipate the dues she would have to pay. The former poet laureate of Vancouver, who kicks off the Sid Williams Theatre’s Blue Circle Series season Sept. 12, was first published at age 13. Her traditional Chinese parents were so opposed to Lau’s career intentions that she ran away from home a year later. Two years of street life included prostitution, drug use and two attempted suicides. So powerful was her desire to write that at 17, Lau’s first book, Runaway: Diary of a Street Kid, became a bestseller. It was later made into a CBC movie called The Diary of Evelyn Lau. “I was just one of those people who knew at an extremely young age what I wanted to do,” she reveals in an interview from Vancouver. “And I was absolutely focused, and frankly don’t have any other skills, not even Evelyn Lau appears at the Sid Williams Theatre Sept. 12 to kick off the that many other interests,” 2015-2016 Blue Circle Series. PHOTO submitted she says with a laugh. “Books were my life at a period is really lively because distracted walking. “A lot of the time I’m just really young age – reading, people do have lots to say and walking around going for language – words just abso- to ask.” How much inspiration is epic solo walks, madly thinklutely captivated me. Being shy like a lot of writers, it’s a there in her writing compared ing about some problem I’m having with something in a way to be able to communicate to perspiration? “There’s quite a divide poem – to the point where, if when you feel socially clumsy.” between poetry somebody stops me and asks After that debut and prose. When I for directions, it’s all I can do book, published was writing prose, not to bark at them because poetry, fiction and I was just it was practically you’re so completely immersed non-fiction followed. In 1992, one of those people chaining yourself in your head.” Lau says achieving the disto your seat, just Lau became the who knew at an pushing yourself cipline every writer needs is youngest poet extremely young to receive a Gov- age what I wanted through, a kind of not her biggest challenge. “For a lot of writers, myself a routine of writernor-General’s to do. included, that is not so much ing.” Award nominaEvelyn Lau Poetry is differ- the problem as balancing writtion. ing time and solitude with ent. A compelling “There’s much other pressures, whether it’s public speaker, Lau will face the Sid audi- less actual writing and edit- your day job or your family. “You need to disconnect to ence with her intelligence, wit, ing, and a lot of walking and thinking. I do a lot of my edit- get into that space. It’s realpoetry and life experience. ly hard to explain that to “It’s a different sort of atten- ing when I’m walking. “You’re dealing with far non-writers.” tion, to respond to that,” she Evelyn Lau appears Sept. says. “I think it’s a more medi- fewer words on the page (with tative thing … it’s really more poetry). You’re working in 12 at the Sid Williams Theabout taking you away to a miniatures, and every word atre in Courtenay as part of has to count, and every line the Blue Circle Series. For certain space.” Lau enjoys sharing the con- and stanza break is mean- details and tickets, visit sidwilliamstheatre.com, phone text of a poem she is about to ingful. “To just sit and stare at your 250-338-2430 or visit the Sid read. “I like talking about my computer screen or your pad box office at 442 Cliffe Ave. in poems. I talk a little bit about of paper, I don’t find it terribly Courtenay. Mark Allan is a freelance writer and a former each of the poems and usu- helpful.” editor of the Comox Valley Record. Lau might have invented ally the question-and-answer

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Friday night seniors’ dances resume at Filberg The Friday night Evergreen Club seniors’ dances resume for the 2015-2016 season this coming Friday, Sept. 4, with Double Play providing the tunes. The dance takes place in the Rotary Hall at the Florence Filberg Centre. Dancing is from 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. with an intermission at 9.

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Poet laureate Flesher invites all to inaugural Poetry Pleasure Cruise

On Thursday Sept. 3, the Comox Valley’s first Poet Laureate, Kevin Flesher, and company will take their words to the waves. Fellow poets and audience members are invited to take a Poetry Pleasure Cruise that winds from Hornby Island, through Denman Island, and landing at Roy’s Towne Pub in Royston. Flesher will be joined by Two Dope Boys in a Cadillac and other local guests for readings on the ferries and three open mic performances. Flesher appears courtesy of the Comox Valley Community Arts Council (comoxvalleyartscom). This unique and fascinating cruise itinerary is as follows: 3 p.m. – Cruise Buckley Bay to Denman Island 3:40 – Catch ferry from Denman to Hornby Island 4:30-5:30 – Performance at Hornby Old Ferry Terminal Ramp at the base of Central Road (Hornby poets invited to take part in Open Mic) 6 p.m. – Cruise Hornby to Denman 7-7:45 p.m. - Denman performance – Earth Club Factory 3806 Denman Rd. (Denman poets invited to take part in Open Mic)

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Poland; Leubeck, Germany; Waterford, Ireland; Cherbourg, France, and Prague, Czech Republic, and all over the United States, the Shifty Sailors are excited to add Comox to their list of swash buckling concerts. Admission is by donation and supports YANA’s work providing Comox families with sick children, or pregnant mothers with medical needs, with travel and accommodation assistance to reach crucial medical treatments outside the Comox community. Set your sails for music and singing of days gone by with the Shifty Sailors - Sept. 15 at 7 p.m. at the Comox United Church, 250 Beach Drive, in Comox. You’ll be happy you did matey. Find out more on the Community Led Events page at yanacomoxvalley.com or call YANA at 250-871-0343.

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Black Creek Community Fall Fair Sept 12th Volunteers are needed for the wonderful Black Creek Community Fair on Sept 12th. Positions include helping with and setting up the kids carnival, parking attendants, assistance with kitchen and pancake breakfast, clean-up crew, decorators, petting zoo set-up, beer gardens (serving it right required), and site crew. Have a few hours to spare? Come and join us!

Shifty Sailors singing for YANA

Ahoy mateys - You Are Not Alone (YANA) of Comox Valley is proud to present America’s infamous Shifty Sailors in concert for a night of song and folklore. The Shifty Sailors - the largest singing group of their kind in North America - are in their 22nd year bringing sea shanties and maritime music to the world. The “Shiftys” sing about lighthouses; shipwrecks; military; songs of fishes and whales, and last but not least, good ol’ sailors’ drinking songs. From serious to lighthearted with instrumental accompaniment by a squeeze box (accordion), guitar and banjo and 20 harmonizing voices, the Shiftys are coming to Comox to bring you a night of fun entertainment. Having performed at Tall Ship Festivals in Europe, singing festivals in Bergen, Norway; Tallinn, Estonia; Riga, Latvia; Gdynia,

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Trapping Volunteers safely trap feral cats & kittens, transport them to Kitty Cat P.A.L.S intake facility for vet check-ups, and return them to their colonies after the cats have been spayed or neutered. Volunteers must be 19 or older and have a valid driver’s license. Flexible schedule is a must. Hope you can join us to help prevent unwanted litters of kittens in the Comox Valley.

Bowling Activity Helper

Heather Crites - 250-338-5371 specialneedsrecreation@courtenay.ca

Volunteers needed for a bowling league for adults with intellectual disabilities. Bowling is Tuesdays or Wednesdays 3:00 - 4:00 pm at Codes Country Lanes, January through April. This is a fun, recreational league with great bowlers & super volunteers. Only an hour of your time a week helps others to enjoy this great sport!

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Attend special events to promote awareness of Brain Injury and the programs and services of Comox Valley Head Injury Society. Events happen several times a year and require support persons to set-up and tear down displays. Meet and greet people at the information booths. Provide information to community members on Brian Injury and the programs and services available to support survivors, their families and caregivers.

Blood Donor Advocate Kate Zealand - 250-418-5086 kate.zealand@blood.ca

Help Canadian Blood Services recruit new donors by volunteering at recruitment booths all around the Comox Valley. We are looking for passionate, friendly people who have no problem striking up a conversation.

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Annette Moore - 250-890-3030 annette.moore@viha.ca

St. Josephs General Hospital volunteers are matched up with residents who have fairly advance dementias, with whom they visit. Visits may include talking, singing, reading and gentle hand massage. This is a very rewarding position, providing human kindness and caring to the elderly in their final years. The visiting schedule can be set up to accommodate your schedule.

Gift Shop Assistants 8 p.m. – Cruise Denman to Buckley Bay 8:45-10 p.m. – Roy’s Towne Pub in Royston - Open Mic and Finale Performance To join the cruise, simply show up at Buckley Bay in time to catch the 3 p.m. ferry. There is no cost other than your own transportation. Walking on, biking or driving arrangements are in your hands. Denman and Hornby are spooning in the strait, Nuzzling and cuddling and whispering in the night. Crusty seaside salty jewels in our caramel cup. The ferries bend time and slow the onslaught of the noisy world. We will whisper back. Join us.

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The Gallery Shop is a juried consignment venue for local artisans to sell their products. Proceeds from the shop support the operations of the Comox Valley Art Gallery. Assist shop staff with daily activities, including customer service, processing sales, restocking inventory and answering telephone calls. At this time, we are looking for volunteers to cover shifts on Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 10AM and 5PM.

Terry Fox Run Volunteers Sept 20th Dawn Stevens - 250-890-9116 info@activecomoxvalley.ca

Active Comox Valley needs your help! Can you spare a few hours on Sunday, September 20th 2015 between 8 am and 12:30 pm? We are looking for volunteers to help out with this year’s Terry Fox Run. Areas to volunteer include: Set-up and tear-down handing out ribbons course marshalling registration and more... This is a fun, community event for all ages and abilities, and all for a great cause.

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New public washroom at Point Holmes The Point Holmes Recreation Association has opened a new public washroom at the boat ramp location on Lazo Road in Comox. The structure was built by PHRA volunteers and was mostly funded by donations from local businesses and individuals including Dr. Kevin Jackson of Comox Dental Care, Mike Emerson of Royal LePage, Richard and Lyn Glazier, Doug Taylor and Lori Elder’s music students. The Town of Comox provided the concrete for the building’s foundation, and will also be covering the maintenance costs of the Porta Potty.

This new facility is just one of the improvements planned for the Point Holmes waterfront in preparation for the upcoming 50th anniversary of the PHRA in 2017. Other planned improvements include a new picnic pavilion, better walking and sitting areas separated from the parking lots, and a boat ramp webcam broadcasting on our webpage. For more information on the PHRA or to download a membership form, please view our website, pointholmesrecreation.ca, or email us at info@pointholmesrecreation.ca

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Due to road reconstruction, Wacor Holdings Ltd. would like to advise the residents of the Comox Valley that Bevan Road, from Wellington Road to The Landfill, will be closed from September 8th through till the end of November. The Comox Valley Waste Management Centre can be accessed through Comox Lake Road. From the Comox Valley Parkway, follow the detour signs heading northwest on Cumberland Road, northwest on Marsden Road, west on Lake Trail Road, turning left onto Comox Lake Road, left onto Bevan Road and right onto Pigeon Lake Road to the landfill.

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Top motorsport facility coming to the Island Special to The Record

Set in Vancouver Island’s temperate and scenic Cowichan Valley, the Vancouver Island Motorsport Resort (VIMR) is on schedule to become Canada’s premier, all-year motorsport facility. Opening in spring, 2016, the resort will offer enthusiasts up to 350 driving days per year in which to enjoy the full potential of their performance cars. Designed by internationally renowned design firm Tilke GmbH & Co, the circuit at the VIMR will provide the novice an opportunity to gain proficiency, while challenging the accomplished driver. Phase One is comprised of 19 corners and elevation changes of over 25 metres. When Phase Two is completed, a total of 4.21 kilometres of track will be available. Speeds of up to 200 km/h will be reached on the high-speed sectors of the circuit in the first phase. Driver safety is a priority. State of the art run-off areas provide an opportunity to make a correction, with tire barriers and guard rails in reserve, enhancing the protection of both car and driver. Members travelling to Vancouver Island to enjoy their membership will be able to choose the convenience of leaving their car at the VIMR in a secure and temperature-controlled storage facility. With this add-on option, cars stored at the resort will be maintained to trackready condition by specialists, providing the member full use of their car when their schedule allows, with minimal personal effort for repair and maintenance. Factory trained technicians representing Alfa Romeo, Audi S-Line, BMW M, Mercedes-Benz AMG, MINI JCW, and Porsche will be available to provide the expertise in keeping modern track cars in perfect running condition.

Artist’s renderings of the Vancouver Island Motorsport Resort, set to open in 2016.

Repairs and maintenance will be completed in the time between member visits to maximize their time driving. Members who enjoy vintage sports and racing cars will have the opportunity of having their cars maintained and repaired by Rudi & Company, a world-renowned specialist in the restoration and repair of the world’s great cars. Assistance with the delivery of a member’s car to the resort may also be arranged with trusted transportation partners. An exclusive 14,500 square foot clubhouse will offer a complete range of

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After a 34-year absence, the Westerly Field Hockey Tournament is returning to the Comox Valley. The first Westerly Tournament was organized in 1981 by a core group of Comox Valley field hockey players looking to encourage friendly competition between teams throughout the Pacific Northwest. On Sept. 12-13, the tournament returns to its roots. On the list of teams confirmed to play in this year’s event are squads from Victoria, Cowichan Valley, Nanaimo, Courtenay, Vancouver and Seattle. Teams will comprise approximately 15 players (11 on the field with four substitutes) all over the age of 18 with a few younger exceptions. The Comox Valley Field Hockey League has had a very successful year playing both indoor and outdoor hockey through the 2014/2015 season. As well, the ladies have joined forces with other teams on the Island, doing well at the Vancouver Island Masters Tournament in April and winning gold at the Vancouver International Tournament in Burnaby in May. The team credits the new turf field at Vanier school as being largely responsible for their new-found competitive edge. With the sport being primarily played on turf fields, it was difficult for the team to remain competitive playing on grass – the only playing surface available to them up until a year ago. The Comox Valley Field Hockey League welcomes all Comox Valley residents to

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the coveted Club Champion parking spots as well as having their names engraved on the Sunnydale Club Champion trophies.

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In memory of Craig Biggs, who passed away with his loved ones by his side on August 14th 2015 in Comox, BC. Born in Vancouver in 1951 as the eldest of five children to Ronald and Madeline Biggs, Craig lived in Calgary, Nanaimo, Tahsis, Victoria and Saltspring Island before settling down in the Comox Valley where he happily called home for the past 24 years. Always appreciative of the wilderness at his doorstep, Craig was an avid outdoorsman, and enjoyed fishing, bush bashing and exploring the back roads of Northern Vancouver Island with his family and friends. He was always eager to jump in his truck and head up-island to try a few casts in one of his favourite fishing holes. He especially loved his annual family camping trip to his favourite spot on the Conuma River. An Engineer with BC Ferries for 35 years until his retirement in 2014, Craig made many lifelong friends throughout his career, and loved to share stories and memories of living and working along BCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coast. We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the outstanding staff at the Hospice at The Views at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital. Your incredible dedication in ensuring Craigâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comfort, dignity and morale were maintained for his final weeks while in your care was the greatest gift anyone could ever offer us as a family. It was times such as watching the BC Day fireworks in the Comox harbour together with our dad and hospice staff from his bedside that made us all forget why we were there. Craig will be dearly missed by all of his family, and the countless people he made meaningful connections with throughout his life. Please join us September 6th 2015 from 1:00pm - 4:00pm at Royâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Towne Pub for Craigâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s celebration of life. Contact Nadine at 250 331 2149 if you would like more information. Donations in Craigâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory to the Comox Valley Hospice Society would be appreciated.

Irene (71) passed in peace surrounded by family from a brief illness August 26, 2015 in Williams Lake, BC. She is survived by her loving husband of 51 years Bob Doyer, 4 children, Tammy (Bill), Rachel (John), Rick (Pauline), and Charlene (Darryl), 9 grand children, 3 great children, and 3 sisters, Gretha, Mary, and Margie, many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Pieter and Rose Groot, brother Andrew, and twin brother Phil. She was a dedicated wife and wonderful mom who will be deeply missed. No service by request.

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In In her her spare spare time, time, she she also also enjoyed enjoyed knitting, knitting, sewing sewing and and baking. baking. In In 1963 1963 they they moved moved to to Courtenay Courtenay where where Joyce Joyce became became an an active active memmember ber of of the the Courtenay Courtenay United United Church. Church. The The church church played played aa big big part part in in her her life. life. She She was was in in charge charge of of the the Sunday Sunday services services flower flower arrangements, arrangements, She She had had aa natural natural talent talent for for floral floral arrangements arrangements and and was was often often asked asked to to do do arrangements arrangements for for weddings, weddings, Christmas, Christmas, Easter Easter and and other other special special events. events. She She also also worked worked in in the the library library and and served served on on various various commitcommittees. tees. One One of of the the highlights highlights of of her her life life was was aa church church group group trip trip to to Israel Israel in in 1977. 1977. In In the the early early 1980â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 1980â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, their their children children now now having having left left the the nest, nest, Joyce Joyce and and her her husband husband sold sold their their home home in in Courtenay Courtenay and and moved moved to to acreage acreage in home. A A in Dove Dove Creek Creek where where they they designed designed and and built built their their retirement retirement home. large large vegetable vegetable garden garden was was planted planted as as well well as as many many flower flower gardens. gardens. Surrounded Surrounded by by the the tranquility tranquility of of nature nature and and aa beautiful beautiful man-made man-made pond, pond, both both enjoyed enjoyed country country living. living. Joyceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Joyceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s husband husband ,, who who had had been been diagnosed diagnosed with with congestive congestive heart heart failfailure, ure, passed passed away away on on September September 11th 11th 2006. 2006. After After 62 62 years years of of marriage, marriage, Joyce Joyce was was left left on on her her own. own. She She was was faced faced with with many many challenges challenges and and adjustments. It was hard, however she was determined not to leave their home. With the help and guidance of her family, Joyce managed to live for another four five years years in in Dove Creek. Sadly, Joyce was diagnosed with dementia in April 2010. She moved into Assisted Living at the Comox Valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Seniorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Village in November 2010 . There soon came a time when she required more help and care. In early October, 2011, she moved into the residential care ward where she lived out the rest of her life. Besides her husband Hugh, Joyce was predeceased by her granddaughter Kristin and her daughter-in-law Jennifer, brothers Bernie and Harry, and sister-in-laws, Nell, Margaret and Sylvia. Left to cherish her memory are her children Bob (Karen), Scott (Carol), Larry, Jeff and daughter Joyanne (Lyle Brown); grandchildren: Lisa, Bryan, April (Ed), Jason, Spencer, Nicolas and Alexandra; Great Grand children: Jeremy, Sarah, Mikaylah and Adaryn, her beloved brother Wes, plus nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the staff at Comox Valley Seniorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Village for taking such good care of their mother. They would also like to thank Dr. Desmond Konway, Reverend Ray Brandon for his many years of support and Joyceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dear friend Joyce Dargie, for always being there. A private service for the family has been arranged.

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Norman Ernest Hilton October 7, 1941 to August 24, 2015 It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Norm (Dad, Papa). Fishing, hiking, and spending times with friends & family was what made Norms life vibrant. Norman leaves behind his Wife Joy, Daughter Mary (Jim), Grandsons Jordan, Josh. Siblings Jack, Isabella, Marion, Jim, Karle, Sylvia, Betty and many other family members. At Norms request there will not be a service. We like to extend a special thank you to the staff at St Joes for making Norms transition to the next part of his journey go smoothly. Dads love of life has has shone through the many friends and family that loved him. Thank you all for your support. Please send your condolences to the following link www.yatesfuneral.ca

WARBRICK- Archie James October 31, 1934 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; August 27, 2015

Born in Callander, Ontario to John and Hilda Warbrick. Predeceased by brothers Carl, Roy and Russel, sisters Hilda, Fern, Olive and Doris. Archie is survived by his wife of 60 years Margaret (Magill) and daughters Charlene (Deni), Laurel (Kris), Sandra and Debra (Dean), 11 grandchildren and 8 greatgrandchildren. Archie passed away peacefully at home with his wife and son-in-law by his side.

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Born in Holdfast, Saskatchewan, Roy passed away peacefully in Comox, BC. Roy was predeceased by his son Bruce. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 51 years Midge, daughters Cheryl (Rick) Gawryluk and Kim Swedberg, son Eric Swedberg, granddaughters Reed Steele and Chloe Cowieson. Roy spent 26 years as a member of the RCAF in Cold Lake, Trenton, 2 Wing, 4 Wing and Comox. Flowers gratefully declined. Private family arrangements.

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EXP. LINE cook and Server wanted for busy pub. Medical & dental benefits. Please drop resumes off to Whistle Stop Pub attn: Barry or Tammy. FULL TIME Heavy Duty Parts Counter person required for a busy truck, trailer, engine repair facility in Campbell River, BC. Must have experience in heavy duty truck & trailer and/or Cummins & Detroit diesel engines. Competitive wage & benefit package available. Email resumes to: warren@carmacdiesel.com. TIRELAND is looking for 1 full time and 1 part time tire tech. Apply with resume to tirelandcourtenay@shaw.ca

On August 3, 2015, there was a multi-vehicle collision on Highway 1 just north of Duncan, British Columbia. A lawn-chair cushion flew out the back of a truck causing the accident. If you are the driver or know who the driver is, please immediately contact: Matthew R. Low, Swift Datoo Law Corporation, at 250-334-4461 who is counsel for one of the driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s involved in the accident.

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

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

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

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

HYCROFT 1835 Cliffe Ave. ONE BEDROOM nicely renovated and spacious suite. Quiet, adult buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; well maintained and managed. Security entry and elevator. Walking distance to downtown. Centrally located. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

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

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OCEANVIEW RANCHER 2 bdrm & den, 2 bath, 5 appls, wood F/P, fam. rm., workshop & studio, quiet dead-end street, landscaping incld., N/S, No pets, Avail. Sep 1 - $1,600/mth CHARMING RANCHER 2 bdrm, 1.5 bath, 5 appls, gas F/P, single car garage, partially fenced yard, N/S, No pets, Avail. Oct 1 or sooner $1,200/mth CENTRALLY LOCATED 3 bdrm, 1 bath, 6 appls, forced air furnace, single car garage, fenced yard, N/S, cat neg. w/refs, Avail. Oct 1 $1,300/mth

SUITES, LOWER COMOX, STUDIO. Downtown, TV. 3 appls., share laundry & freezer, furn/unfurn. n/s, n/p. Quiet. Neat & tidy. w/refs. $850/mth. 250-339-4980

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Reviewing Officer Don Doern, President of the Air Cadet League of Canada, presents Cadet Christina Matchett of Comox with her award as the top cadet in the second intake of the Basic Drill and Ceremonial (Air) Course at the Graduation Parade for cadets at Vernon Cadet Training Centre. Cadet Matchett was joined by her proud PHOTO submitted mother, Captain Matchett.

Comox air cadet soars in Vernon â&#x20AC;¨â&#x20AC;¨VERNON, B.C. - Cadet Christina Matchett of Comox, B.C. was the top cadet in the course during the second intake of the threeweek Basic Drill & Ceremonial Course (Air) at Vernon Cadet Training Centre (VCTC). Cadet Matchett is a member of 386, Comox Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron, Comox, B.C. The cadets parade each Tuesday evening from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at 1292 Military Road, Lazo, B.C. and recruits are always welcome. Cadet Matchett and 94 other air cadets attended the three-week Basic Drill & Ceremonial Course (Air) which provides cadets with an opportunity to build on drills learned at the home squadron, participate in advanced drill and ceremonial activities and to devel-

op leadership skills and knowledge while performing the role of a team leader. Activities include commanding a squad on parade, drill with arms, flag drill and marksmanship training.Â During the summer, more than 1,500 army, navy and air cadets from western Canada will have spent up to six weeks in the Okanagan Valley training centre, expanding the training they receive at their home corps, developing new skills and forming friendships. â&#x20AC;¨The Cadet Program is a national program for young Canadians aged 12 to 18 who are interested in participating in a variety of fun, challenging and rewarding activities while learning about the sea, army and air activities of the Canadian Armed Forces.

Pledge forms now available for Sept. 20 Terry Fox Run Get ready, get set to run for a great cause at this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Terry Fox Run, set to take place Sunday, Sept. 20, starting at the Comox Valley Sports Centre track and continuing through the Dove Creek area. Organized by Active Comox Valley, with the help of Valley-wide municipal recreation departments and volunteer citizens, the charity raises funds to support cancer research. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Terry Fox Run is a non-competitive, no-cost, family-fun event for all ages and abilities where we can continue to be inspired by Terryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s efforts and contribute to this great cause,â&#x20AC;? said Active Comox Valley co-ordinator Dawn Stevens. Registration will begin at 9 a.m. on race day with the run commencing at 10 a.m. following a brief warm-up. The route will consist of a one-, two-, five- and 10-kilometre course â&#x20AC;&#x201C;- you can run, walk, wheel or ride, so bring your kids, parents, grandparents, friends, co-workers,

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classmates and anyone who would like to be a part of Terryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s legacy. There is no entry fee, although participants are encouraged to collect pledges (no minimum). Pledge forms can be picked up at your local recreation centre, or downloaded at terryfox.org/Run Prior to the run we will have fun activities for the kids and live music. These fun added events will be another way for people to make a donation to the Terry Fox Foundation. Volunteers are also needed to help out at the event â&#x20AC;&#x201C; to discuss event day volunteer opportunities, contact Robyn Butler, Active Comox Valley co-ordinator, at 250890-9116 or info@activecomoxvalley.ca The Active Comox Valley initiative began in September 2005, and is aimed at promoting healthy lifestyles and invigorating community spirit through physical activity. For more information, visit www.activecomoxvalley.ca or call 250-890-9116.

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Bike Trail ______________________________ Bird Watching __________________________ Fishing Hole ___________________________ Gym _________________________________ Mountain to Climb ______________________ Person to Whip You into Shape _____________ Place to Build a Sandcastle ________________ Place to Walk Your Dog ___________________ Place to Hit a Baseball ____________________ Place to go Kayaking _____________________ Race _________________________________ Skinny Dipping _________________________ Local Sports Team _______________________ Swimming Hole_________________________ Walking Trail ___________________________

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Name _____________________________________ City_______________________________________ Email address _______________________________ Phone _____________________________________ Voting & Contest Entry Options: Mail: 765 McPhee Avenue, Courtenay, V9N 2Z7 Vote online at comoxvalleyrecord.com/contests Entries accepted until midnight on Sept 25. Fill out at least 10 or more categories. ‘Ballot’ must be completed for a chance to win the Hotel & Spa package. Look for the results in The Record’s Special edition on October 13.

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Burger ________________________________ Bakery________________________________ Breakfast/Brunch________________________ Local Brewery __________________________ Local Chef ____________________________ Chocoholic Experience ___________________ Cocktails ______________________________ Coffee Shop (Chain) ______________________ Coffee Shop (Independent) ________________ Local Distillery __________________________ Eatery to take a doggy bag home ___________ Farm Market Vendor _____________________ Fast Food _____________________________ Fine Dining ____________________________ Fish and Chips __________________________ Fresh Fish _____________________________ Fresh Oysters___________________________ Food Truck ____________________________ Hot Wings _____________________________ Ice Cream / Gelato Shop __________________ Kid Friendly Restaurant ___________________ Kid Free Restaurant ______________________ Patio for Dining _________________________ Pizza _________________________________ Place to Drink Alone _____________________ Place for a Late Night Snack ________________ Pub _________________________________ Restaurant with Best Vegetarian Fare _________ Restaurant to Celebrate an Anniversary _______ Restaurant Decor________________________ Restaurant with a View ___________________ Roast Beef Special _______________________ Sushi _________________________________ Sandwich _____________________________ Local Winery ___________________________

Alternative Health Provider ________________ Appliance Store _________________________ Auto Dealer New ________________________ Auto Dealer Used _______________________ Auto Service Shop _______________________ B&B for your friends to stay at ______________ Bookstore _____________________________ Bike Shop _____________________________ Chiropractor ___________________________ Children’s Clothes _______________________ Consignment/Thrift Store _________________ Customer Service _______________________ Daycare _______________________________ Dentist _______________________________ Dollar Store ____________________________ Electrician _____________________________ Farm Stand ____________________________ Fashion Store __________________________ Financial Institution______________________ Flower Shop ___________________________ Free Spot for Wifi ________________________ Gift Shop ______________________________ Graphic Designer________________________ Gardening Store ________________________ Gas Station ____________________________ Grocery Store __________________________ Golf Course ____________________________ Hair Salon _____________________________ Home Improvement Store _________________ Investment Advisor ______________________ Jeweller ______________________________ Lawyer _______________________________ Liquor/Cold Beer and Wine Selection _________ Place to get a Makeover___________________ Mortgage Broker ________________________ New Business (two years or less) ____________ Notary________________________________ Pet Boarding/Daycare ____________________ Pet Supply Store ________________________ Pharmacy _____________________________ Physiotherapist ________________________ Photographer __________________________ Piercing/Body Art Parlour _________________ Plumber ______________________________ Preschool _____________________________ Real Estate Agency ______________________ Realtor _______________________________ Registered Massage Therapist ______________ RV Dealer _____________________________ Screen Printer __________________________ Shoe Store ____________________________ Shop to find a Dress______________________ Sporting Goods Store ____________________ Sports Facility __________________________ Specialty Furniture Store __________________ Toy Shop ______________________________ Travel Agency __________________________ Veterinarian ___________________________ Web Designer __________________________ Local Website __________________________

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From facials to french fries, realtors and restaurants, to politicians and plumbers, The Comox Valley Record readers know best!

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