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Vacant house suffers fiery end SARAH SIMPSON CITIZEN

A passerby alerted authorities after seeing what appeared to be an outbuilding next to an abandoned house on Indian Road engulfed in flames Wednesday morning. Duncan’s volunteer fire department got the call about 8:40 a.m. and members were at the scene within minutes, followed soon thereafter by paramedics and RCMP. Neighbours stood at the edges

of their driveways as their typically quiet street became crowded with fire trucks, police cars and an ambulance. Chris Alphonse said nothing looked amiss about 8 a.m. when he took his garbage and recycling to the curb. “I wasn’t looking too closely but I didn’t see any smoke,” he said. “When I saw the ambulance though I was kind of worried,” Alphonse added. “I wondered if somebody was squatting in there.”

The house had been empty for a number of years, and had become a bit of a dump site, according to neighbours. “The person moved the house over there and intended to finish it but ran out of money,” he explained. “It’s too bad.” Volunteer firefighters quickly set to work dousing the house and surrounding area before more arrived to tackle the main burning structure and mop up. About 15 firefighters attended and used a couple of pumpers and

one water tender, said Duncan Fire Chief Mike McKinlay. McKinlay said the shed-like structure was actually a piece of the back of the house that had to be cut away in order to transport the home to the property. It, and the roof, which never made it to the site, were never reattached. The fire marks the fourth vacant house since January to burn down. Two abandoned homes went up in flames on Duncan’s Jubilee and Second streets on back-to-

back nights in mid-June. In late July a little blue house burned to the ground on Cowichan Lake Road at the foot of Avondale. In January a long-abandoned house on Cowichan Lake Road close to Kimberly Road went up in a spectacular blaze. “I don’t think it’s suspicious,” McKinlay said of Wednesday’s fire. “Possibly somebody was just getting out of the weather and had a little fire. That’s the possibility that we’re looking at.”

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Duncan’s Benjamin Jordan Boren, who turns 22 in less than two weeks, hasn’t been seen since July. His family and the North Cowichan/ Duncan RCMP are looking for him. “He may have travelled to Alberta but there is no information regarding his current whereabouts,” said North Cowichan/ Duncan RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Krista Hobday in a media release issued Thursday. “His family is concerned that they haven’t heard from him since late July 2015.” Boren stands about 5-foot-10 and weighs around 165 pounds. He’s got short brown hair, brown eyes and often sports stubble on his face.

Jason Sandquist is taking over as secretary-treasurer of the Cowichan Valley school district on Nov. 1. He replaces Bob Harper who is retiring from that position. Board chair Candace Spilsbury took time at the Sept. 1 board meeting to praise Harper’s leadership. “You have been one of our rocks,” she told him on behalf of trustees. “We appreciate all of your help and advice. We kind of wish you were still staying with us but we know we have to let you go,” she said. A round of applause greeted Spilsbury’s announcement of Sandquist. “I think that reaction will be sustained throughout the district,” she said. Sandquist spoke briefly, thanking the board for the opportunity and then thanked Harper for “an incredible period of mentorship.” Harper joined the district in March 2009, after a long career in the local government field. After a steep learning curve in “eduspeak” he established himself in the district but is now, he says, “looking forward

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RCMP keeps eagle eye on distracted driving “Distracted driving used to be French fries and cassette tapes that you dropped on the floor and were reaching down for,” Insp. Ray Carfantan, officer in charge of the North Cowichan/ Duncan detachment, told North Cowichan council Wednesday afternoon. “As a person who commuted to Victoria for seven years, I’ve watched people apply makeup and I’ve watched people read books and all kinds of things in heavy traffic,” Carfantan said. “With the change in technology we have many, many more distractions now.” Mobile phones and navigation systems have changed what keeps drivers’ eyes from the road. But police are keeping pace. Carfantan said local Mounties have explored some technology options, such as spotting scopes, which allow them to not only get a visual, but a technological piece of evidence to support distracted driving charges. “It is something we work with ICBC on when they have their distracted driving campaigns,” he said noting his detachment has also put plain-clothes officers on boulevards and

medians, “and have had tremendous numbers in terms of enforcement.” “Not always tickets depending on the circumstance,” he said. “The beauty of being a police officer is you have some discretion depending on the circumstance. A warning rather than a ticket still generates some education and some good will.” Councillor Tom Walker said he drives a “fairly high” pickup truck and has followed some drivers wondering if they were having a heart attack or ill. “Then you pull up alongside them, they’re texting,” he said. Walker said it’s his understanding some provincial initiatives are coming down the pipe and Carfantan said he’s heard the same. The Inspector noted when the provincial mandate for immediate roadside prohibition came down for impaired drivers, it was unpopular and the subject of tremendous scrutiny. “At the one year mark it showed a 50 per cent decrease in impaired driver-related deaths so I think that they looked at that as a success and are looking toward distracted driving similarly.” Carfantan was appearing

before council for his quarterly report. In it he outlined the detachment’s annual priorities and this year, much like the last few, police are focused on traffic safety (impaired drivers and distracted driving), their prolific offender management program, police visibility and community relations, domestic violence and substance abuse-related enforcement. Perennially short staffed due to member transfers, maternity leaves and other unspecified reasons, Carfantan said he’s proud of his staff. “As the detachment commander, I strive for excellence in all aspects of policing, raising the profile of our local detachment as we provide the highest possible quality of service to the members of our communities. Our success as the front line response to emergent situations is reflected in the strong support we feel within the community,” he said. “I am extremely proud of the dedication of our members. They have been working very hard this year, impacted by resource challenges and an increased number of calls for service, our members have responded to these challenges admirably.”

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A private surgical clinic in Victoria will help reduce wait times for day surgeries and colonoscopies. Surgical Centres Inc. and Island Health hope to have a deal in place by the fall and a new facility open in Victoria by mid-2016 or sooner. But the clinic won’t help Cowichan residents waiting for operations according to Norm Peters, Island Health’s executive director for surgical services. “At this time the primary focus of this surgical clinic is going to be on the wait list challenges we have in Victoria,” Peters said. “We do have some future planning that we are undertaking in the fall with the local leadership around the Cowichan District Hospital.”

The good news for Cowichan, he said, is wait times are relatively short compared to other Island hospitals. “They are our best performing site right now across the Island,” Peters said. “It could be better. I think we always want to improve and make sure that we’re doing the best that we can but across the Island right now Cowichan is performing quite well in terms of its getting surgeries completed within the clinical benchmarks.” According to the health authority, the contracted surgical facility will function as an extension of the operating rooms of Island Health’s hospitals, using the health authority’s wait lists and physicians. Island Health will manage the surgical/colonoscopy bookings and all procedures are publicly-funded.

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Plenty of serious issues for election campaign

owichan has candidates now from all of the major political parties. The Conservatives took their sweet time in choosing someone to represent the riding, putting candidate Martin Barker several months behind on the campaign trail, but we expect he will now be making his presence felt alongside Alistair MacGregor of the NDP, Fran Hunt-Jinnouchi of the Green Party and Maria Manna of the Liberals. Campaign signs have started to appear on lawns and at intersections. Candidates have been walk-

ing in parades and attending community fall fairs, trying to shake hands with as many of their potential constituents as possible. Our sense is that many in the general public seem to be waiting until at least after Labour Day to dive in and decide who to back, and there’s been plenty of grumbling about the long election run-up. But as for big issues, we think those are still being defined as the days go forward. Fortunately, here in Canada they debate and dialogue hasn’t veered into the ridiculous the

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way it has in the United States. To the south we hear news of Donald Trump being, well, Donald Trump. Then there’s his rival Scott Walker who thinks building a wall between Canada and the U.S. actually deserves serious consideration. We guess he didn’t want to feel left out after Trump suggested a wall between the U.S. and Mexico. But back home we have plenty of issues of real import to talk about. There’s the economy, which is now officially in recession,

though we’d argue that is has never been as good as advertised since 2008. We’d rather talk about jobs than the “economy” monolith anyway. Then there’s the environment, which is inextricably linked to the economy, whether some like to acknowledge that or not. Between pipelines, gutting of government departments and enforcement, conservation and new technologies there’s plenty to get the blood pumping. There’s also national security versus privacy and civil rights and the controversial legislation that’s put a pointy end on those

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discussions of late. There’s health care and the federal government’s role in it. Childcare programs are concerning Canadians and First Nations issues including missing and murdered aboriginal women remain topics of great interest. Then there’s the continuing ire over the totally unsuccessful scrapping of the long-form census and the ever popular discussions on “balancing the budget”, which usually doesn’t mean what most people think it does. What are your key issues? Write us a letter.

N. America looks away as migrant crisis deepens in Europe Say no to the pool tax hike for Area E The CVRD board of directors proposes to increase our pool contribution from $23,000 to $61,500 per year — that is an increase of $38,500 or $8.43 per $100,000 while other areas such as Area A, Area B, and Area C pay $2.76 per $100,000; Area F pays $1.27 per $100,000; Area I pays $1.29 per $100,000. The directors’ excuse is that Area E residents are not using the pool as much as other areas. The CVRD directors decided to raise our pool contribution to get their pound of flesh. It seems like our director is in agreement with this, at least I have not heard any objections. It is my opinion that users pay,

not the other way around. I have heard and seen stupidity in my life but this one takes the cake. We can stop this nonsense — every home owner in Area E, go to the CVRD office, pick up an Elector Response Form, fill it out and return before Oct. 5, 2015. Let’s do this. Leo Kasbergen Electoral Area E

Skeptical of official car track story Re: exclusive car track Why has there not been controversy surrounding the facility being built at 4063 Cowichan

Valley Highway? What are the ramifications from this facility? Information is too scant, vague, to make a determination. There are many unanswered questions. Shouldn’t this be front page news? It’s due to open in the spring of 2016, a state of the art facility for billionaire car enthusiasts. Or is it for the workaday enthusiasts, or both? I’ve been wisely advised that if I want the truth, ask unofficial sources. Sometimes, that’s true; in this case, because of the relatively quiet way it has come to fruition, I’m skeptical of the official story. Daniel Ferreira North Cowichan

I am getting interested in the federal election campaign. Now that the Duffy scandal has been put aside, all I hear is the economy. The PM says that the “other guys”, Liberals and NDP, will wreck the economy. He emphasizes a balanced budget and lower taxes. Sounds good, but if we lower taxes and balance the budget we will obviously get less service, yet the PM promises more services every day. I looked up the record. Harper inherited a huge surplus from the Liberals and spent it within a year. Since then we have had eight deficits in a row and it seems probable we will have another this year. Question: if deficits are so bad how come Harper has given us so many? The NDP promises to balance the budget next year and still give us more. The Liberals promise a balanced budget but not until after they clean up the Harper mess. Now, to a simple taxpaying citizen, which party makes sense? How do I vote? I need help in this constant state of political confusion. Who is telling the truth? I need advice on which party will build a better Canada. Earl Belcourt Cobble Hill

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Why take away all the kids’ special toys? Where is my rabbit? My granddaughter wants to know. Enclosed is a picture of a little tree house in Princess Diana Park, Saltair (notice the little door that someone made in it). For a few years now my grandchildren and other children have been decorating it at Easter and Christmas with their little treasures and the park has become a magical place for them. But three months ago when we went we found the tree house bare and all the toys stolen by the powers that be. This is bureaucracy gone

Canada Post must hate birthdays I can sympathize with Ian Sumpter (Aug. 25 letters) when it took three weeks for mail to travel from Victoria to Mill Bay. I’ve come to the conclusion that Canada Post must hate birthdays. In late May, I sent a birthday card to a family member in Calgary. The envelope was completely and correctly addressed including the postal code. Six weeks later it arrived back in my community mail box with a note stating that there was no such address. I went to our local postal outlet and sent the same card and envelope

mad; isn’t there enough destruction in the world without things like this being done? And how do I explain to my grandchildren that people they are supposed to trust did it? What would Princess Diana and the ladies who donated the land in her honour think of what has been done to their park in the name of political correctness? I wrote to the board members of the CVRD and to the chairman of the Parks Department asking who authorized this and where the toys are, but to date have not received a reply. Brenda Kinder Chemainus

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six per cent increase each year from 2009-2014 when the present accord ran out. After the election campaign the government has said that it will sit down with the provinces and renew it for a further five years for at least the six per cent amount. Interesting that the Engage Canada campaign is financed by union workers’ dollars. I wonder if they all know that and agree with the spending of their hard earned dollars that way. The “extraordinary uproar of negativity” that Steven talks about is fueled by hysterical accusations from the left of centre parties. They call Stephen Harper an ideological conservative who is leading Canada into the dark ages. Let me tell you that ideological conservatives in the midst of a crippling recession in 2008 would not have put our country into debt to pay for massive public works programs and community needs like soccer fields and arenas. That was quite distasteful to many conservatives including myself. But the fact of the matter is that that is exactly what the Conservative government did. Then they worked hard to give us good fiscal management and have cleared that massive debt they accumulated in seven years and balanced the budget. Their actions have made us the envy of the world and time and time again we are touted internationally as the best country in the world to do business in (Forbes magazine report), that has the most affluent middle class in the G20 group of richest nations and who came out on top in surviving the huge recession of 2008. Yet the screeching masses of the left will tell you that Conservative economics policies have plunged us into debt, raised taxes and is leading us into another recession. Nothing could be farther from the truth. I would hope that somewhere in this election campaign we would all hear the truth and not just someone’s perception of it. And that we start to become more civil in our speech and action, looking for the positive things that are happening in our nation making it the best country in the world.

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I am writing in reply to John Steven’s letter of Aug. 26 where he talks about the opposition to our Prime Minister Stephen Harper. This is part of a distasteful development in this election campaign of name calling and fear mongering. It is my observation that the liberal/socialist left has certainly become united to spread all kinds of lies and fears in the general public about the Conservative Party and our PM. Let me give you an example. Recently a group calling themselves Engage Canada has been running TV ads against the Conservatives. In it they make the claim that the government is gutting $36 billion out of health care to the provinces. That is an unsubstantiated lie! In fact the opposite is true. The Finance Department figures show that transfer payments for health actually increased from $29 billion in 2006 to $47 billion in 2015. They guaranteed a

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Jean Crowder. MP. It’s hard to think of her any other way but Nanaimo-Cowichan’s hard-working and personable member of parliament has retired. “It’s bittersweet, that’s what it is. This last 11 years have been amazing,” she said. “It’s a special place to live. Most people say this about their community but we have people here who are so committed, who advocate so hard on behalf of their community and care about it. So I have always felt that we worked together,” she said as she sat in her familiar office at The Green Door building in Duncan. While admitting that there are loose ends she’ll never tie up, Crowder also said she knows it’s time to let someone else step up. “I always want to be able to put in 110 per cent and when I start finding my energy starting to wane it’s time for me to go.” She’s covered hundreds of thousands of kilometres as part of her job, not just travelling to and from Ottawa but in her specific duties, mainly as Aboriginal Affairs Critic for the New Democrats, which has seen her in communities large and small all over Canada. That’s a big, big beat with a big footprint, stretching right to the Arctic. “It’s been such a privilege. I’ve always said to people that I have three jobs: the Ottawa job, where you deal with policy and legislation, my national critic role,

Jean Crowder has spent more than a decade in Ottawa as the area’s MP. [LEXI BAINAS/CITIZEN] and then I have my constituency job, which is really about dealing with people here.” During her time as MP, Crowder has attended a huge number of local events, making her a wellknown face everywhere in the riding. “It gives you a chance to meet people where you don’t usually see them. And if you’re in their community, they are more comfortable talking to you. The other thing is, because politicians are not held in high esteem, the more you are out there, the more

approachable you seem. It’s not uncommon, when in the grocery store or doing my personal chores, that someone will come up to me and talk to me. I think that needs to be a cornerstone of politics.” When she started, Crowder didn’t really know what to expect from her new job. “One of my very first acts as a member of parliament was on the day after the election in June 2004. I went to the funeral of a young man who’d committed suicide. My very first official act. It

was a reminder of the fragility of life for some people. I didn’t know anything at that point but when I was at the cemetery I realized it was part of the process, that it was what I would be doing,” she said. Crowder’s been part of many big Cowichan events over the years: the re-opening of the Kinsol Trestle, the Seniors Games, the North American Indigenous Games. “I’ll never forget NAIG. I was part of the Spirit Drummers. Ron George (Tousilm) had that

vision of having the indigenous and non-indigenous communities come together. It was beautiful. “NAIG was magical. I also paddled one day on Tribal Journeys to Penelakut from Ladysmith. I was with all these young people and it was their first day out in the canoe. We were all learning together about pulling it. And none of us would let each other quit. “There were also a variety of fundraisers I attended, like the one for the Kidney Foundation where they put you in jail and you had to phone around to find money to get out. And Community Kitchens: I went and found they were preparing meals. These are the things you get involved in. Doing this job involves you in things you would never expect to do,” she said. Like many others, Crowder said that the Valley’s cadre of enthusiastic volunteers has always been a source of inspiration to her. Her work in Ottawa, however, reached a high point with the passing of Jordan’s Principle. This huge milestone is all about putting First Nations kids first where levels of government or government departments are in dispute. Crowder explains. “It was all about this little boy whose story just tugged at my heartstrings. He never really knew a family home. He could have been in a specialized foster care home for the last two years of his life but governments were See JORDAN’S, Page 12

Welcome to the 2015-2016 School year! OPENING DAY – TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2015 REGISTRATION INFORMATION NEW TO THE DISTRICT? If you are new to the Cowichan Valley School District, please find your neighborhood school by using the school locator on our website – www.sd79.bc.ca (under Quick Links). Please register at the school or contact the principal. (Note – registration for new students attending Thetis Island School is at Chemainus Elementary Community School.) Ministry of Education requirements include e evidence of the student’s birth certificate or passport as well as the parent’s identification n and proof of residency; a BC Care Card is not acceptable. Parents should accompany the he student. Please bring the student’s most recent report showing final marks to help facilitate proper placement. KINDERGARTEN All schools in our district offer full-day Kindergarten. Please register by contacting the school. Children entering Kindergarten in September must be five years old by December 31, 2015. We require the student’s birth certificate or passport as well as the parent’s identification and proof of residency; a BC Care Card is not acceptable. To better support the transition into school, Kindergarten students have a gradual entry. STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS Students with special needs who register during the year will start school after a transition meeting has been held at the school. New students who register during the year will start attending on the following day.

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‘Jordan’s Principle’ is MP’s legacy CROWDER, From Page 10 fighting over who should pay for that. He died in hospital before he ever got to be in a home. It seemed ludicrous in this day and age that we would be fighting about who would pay for that special bed in order to allow him to sleep.” Crowder said that although Jordan’s Principle hasn’t been implemented widely yet across the country, it’s having an impact. “It’s being cited in court cases, it’s being cited at the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal and, in the recent Truth and Reconciliation Report, out of the 94 recommendations it was No. 3,” she said. “This is something that is going to eventually make a significant difference in kids’ lives across this country. It’s being built into the fabric of Canada.” Her own experience in formulating the bill was lifted by the bravery and generosity of Jordan’s family. “I was invited to his isolated community — Norway House — for his cremation. Again it was a humbling experience. You’re thanked and you’re blanketed but it isn’t really about you, it’s all the other people who have worked to make this happen. The family gifted me with Jordan’s blanket and I am looking for a place for it to reside because I don’t believe it should stay with me personally. After all, it’s a national story. The First Nations Family Child Caring Society is going to hold the blanket until a permanent home is found for it,” she said, admitting that just having received this memento was special. “When I made my final speech in the House on Jordan’s Principle, I had the blanket over my arm. The family was in the gallery. It was very emotional. And there were other families that had come with their own children who had complex medical needs. There were severely disabled children in the gallery with their families bearing witness to something that could affect their futures.” A final accolade to celebrate Jordan’s Principle is that “apparently there is somebody right now who is trying to make a documentary film through the National Film Board on Jordan’s Principle featuring the family and the community that helped make this come about.” Another signature Crowder campaign was against the pernicious problem of dumping derelict vessels on Canadian shores. Her actual bill was defeated in the House but it’s had an impact, too. “What I now know is that when I started working on this hardly anybody was talking about derelict vessels. It’s being talked about nationally now and for the first time in years the Ministry of Transport has actually struck a working group to look at it. They’re examining the Washington State model, they commissioned that survey in B.C. that took a look at the number of derelict vessels. It would never have happened without the work that our team did on that. I’m confident that with the increased public pressure the

federal government will need to step up and take leadership on this.” In her role as Aboriginal Affairs Critic, Crowder has been involved in celebrating successes as well as trying to right past wrongs. “Aboriginal children are the poorest of the poor in this country. There’s no question about it. It’s shocking. And in British Columbia, in particular, we have no strategy on poverty. And federally, there is no strategy around it, either. But there is a roadmap forward and it’s tied to education, to training, to economic development. However, having said that, there are large numbers of young, indigenous people who have got an education who are now making headway. “We need to look at both parts. We need a plan. We need to look at housing and water and education but we also need to celebrate the successes. If we just talk about the one, it feeds into a stereotype and those are so dangerous,” she said. Crowder has spent a lot of time in Ottawa working as an MP and leaving those friends and connections is going to be a wrench. “There are folks I won’t easily see again. Libby Davies from Vancouver East is a good example. She has been a mentor and a close friend and even though Vancouver’s only across the water, it’s not likely that we’re going to see that much of each other. And there are many, many others. It’s sad. It will leave a hole. I’m ready to leave but I’m surprised at how wrenching it is. Someone told me I’m going to become a P.I.P.” she laughed. “That’s a Previously Important Person.” For Crowder and her NDP colleagues the death of their national party leader Jack Layton right at the climax of his and his party’s career was devastating. “It happened so fast. We’d just become Official Opposition. But the outpouring at the funeral across the country was incredible. It was a rare place of coming together.” That final campaign with Layton will have a place in Canada’s history. “It was amazing. You’re always optimistic when you go into a campaign but then as each week went by, we started to see it was sneaking up on us. In my 11 years, we saw three minority governments and then became the Official Opposition. I was very fortunate to be in this time and place,” she said. Now that she’s back in the Valley, what is Crowder going to do now? First up: spend some time with her three grandkids and then do some serious thinking. “People have given me very good advice: make sure you take the time, figure out what you want to do, don’t jump into anything too quickly. I’m kind of a driven person who likes to be busy but some very successful people have cautioned me. I kind of think at my age that whatever I do next is going to be my last big thing in life, my big project. I want to make sure it’s something that really fits, something that really contributes to the life of the community.”

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New group moving on to the Next Step A push is now on to secure funding for a support program for young special needs adults in the Cowichan Valley. Both SandiLea Gibson and Adam Clutchey are excited about building on the success of the recent rally held to raise awareness about the problems facing young adults with special needs. “We were trying to think of something to gather the troops together and it was great,” Clutchey said. From the size of the turnout, the issue is striking a chord with Valley residents. “It’s huge. It has been for years,” Gibson said. “Recently, we finally realized there’s no way we can allow this to slip onto the back burner,” she continued. They and others have formed a group called the Next Step Outreach Day Program Society and are in the process of registering it as an official non-profit society, with its own board of directors. The aim is simple: start running programs for special needs young adults in the Cowichan Valley between the ages of 19 -30. They are looking for a few volunteers who have experience applying for grants and the Society already has an email so contact them at nextstepsociety@shaw.ca if you want more information or to help out. Clutchey, a special needs teaching assistant, and Gibson, who runs the cafeteria at Cowichan Secondary School, are sharing the job of president of the society. “I put together the proposal for the actual

program,” Gibson said. “Sandy Anderson [interviewed recently in the Citizen about her son, Kody] came to me in May, knowing I have past social work experiences. She said: ‘I have no place for Kody, I don’t know what I’m going to do’.’’ Gibson, who has worked with special needs youth in her cafeteria before, saw an opportunity, a way to provide some useful activity for young people like Kody. The idea got some support from the school district and Gibson then talked to another friend, who wanted to start a thrift store that gives back to the community. From there, she said, one idea led to another. “Let’s get a thrift store where all these guys could work, let’s have some time at Gibby’s where they can learn some kitchen skills, let’s have some outings — we have places like the Aquatic Centre. Let’s get a program. We put together this proposal. Then this magical man, Adam Clutchey, came into the picture. We were talking the talk. Adam walks the walk. He came in and in two days we had a rally going,” Gibson said. Clutchey is modest about his contribution. “I caught wind of this story just going through Facebook and I contacted them.” Gibson laughed. “He has been absolutely crucial. Of course, we are a team, but Adam got our butts on fire.” Thinking up ideas for programs was pretty simple. But, now, getting the money together is tough. See FUNDING CUTS, Page 17

Adam Clutchey and SandiLea Gibson are co-leaders of a new initiative to find ways to help special needs youth who are aging out of their existing support programs. [LEXI BAINAS/CITIZEN]

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close to covering the cost. We have to pay support workers and they deserve to be paid properly. Also, we are right now looking at different spaces in town but, boy, the cheapest one we are finding is $3,500 a month. And just actually getting start up money happening takes work, too. We’re going to have a dance and a really great fundraiser. We just have to try to bring the money up,” Gibson said. Clutchey agreed. “We need to keep people talking about it so it doesn’t die down,” he said.

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Funding cuts made ‘draw blood’ NEW GROUP, From Page 15 That’s where Cowichan Valley MLA Bill Routley comes into play, Gibson said. He knows about the problems of caregivers first hand because he has a grandchild with autism. He came out and spoke passionately at the rally in Duncan, offering his support. “He won’t stop until he gets somewhere with this,” Clutchey said. “I’d love to take a day off work to see him when he brings it up in the Legislature.” Gibson said the Society’s proposal has gone to B.C. Social Development Minister Moira Stillwell but more pressure is

now needed. “I’m not saying it falls on deaf ears but while she’s got all this other stuff going on in B.C., she’s not thinking about starting anything.” The provincial budget is tight and many programs simply don’t get funding anymore. “The cuts they’ve made hit and they draw blood,” Gibson said. “But when we start the thrift store, it will sustain itself. No one else out there is even remotely offering a program such as this, let alone to the age group we want to specify. We want to make this work so we can pay back the money to the

people who helped us get started and secondly pay the wages and thirdly go right back into the community.” Gibson has seen it where she works. Cuts hitting students who are just coming out of a school where they’ve had a vibrant life is brutal to watch, Clutchey said. “The transition is huge for those kids,” Clutchey said. “Sandra told us that Kody started to ask a month ago: when does school start? He doesn’t realize it’s over.” Gibson said she is worried about caregiving parents who can’t have a life at all and who

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Samson turns 105 at FDC It’s Samson’s 105th birthday and the BC Forest Discovery Centre and on Sept. 5, 6 and 7, the Centre is celebrating. Who’s Samson? The world’s friendliest steam engine and a real crowd favourite with visitors to the big site at the corner of Drinkwater Road and the Trans Canada Highway. There are three fun-filled days of activities under the trees from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. The steam train runs every half hour from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Samson’s birthday

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Ovarian cancer often sneaks under the publicity radar and an active group is trying to raise awareness of this disease by holding an Ovarian Cancer Walk on Sunday, Sept. 13, at 10 a.m. at the Cowichan Sportsplex. Registration starts at 9 a.m., then there will be a zumba warm up and then off they go, according to Emily Clements, of Adagé Studio, organizer of the event. “Mr. Mikes is coming to barbecue mini Mikeburgers by donation, and we’ve had donations from many other businesses in the Valley so there will be prizes

for the team that raises the most money,” she said. The event has become very personal for Clements and her family. T h e wa l k wa s o r i g i n a l ly brought to Duncan because of Jean Jordan, who is still battling the disease, but in 2011 Clements and her family saw it draw close to them, too. “Our mother was diagnosed with ovarian cancer that year and so we joined the walk. Jean had organized it that year but going through chemo at the same time meant that job was a lot for her. Organizing it is a big undertaking. So, because Adagé Studio

had large numbers on our team, she approached us and asked would Adagé like to take this over. My sister and I took it over last year,” she said. They were able to share that walk with their mother before she died Nov. 21, 2014. So, in one way, this year’s event has become almost a memorial walk for their mother. “It’s really important to my sister and I, this event, because ovarian cancer is not well known in our world at least until you’re diagnosed,” said Clements. “Breast cancer is well known and there’s screening for it. But there isn’t any screening for ovar-

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a result of my writing dozens of grant applications every year. The bottom line is the Bamberton Historical Society needs a location for our artifacts and archives. Combining the BHS with the MBMHS is not an option because the MBMHS, as you know, is located in a building that is for sale and we will be expected to vacate when it is sold.

The collection chronicling the history of Bamberton deserves more than to be relegated to permanent storage, says the Bamberton Historical Society’s Maureen Alexander. [SUBMITTED]

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The Bamberton Historical Society, a registered society and charity, would like to thank all the wonderful people who have supported our many activities over the last 10 years. Unfortunately we have been forced to close our museum and site tours forever, as the new owners of the Bamberton land want the premises vacat-

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1973 ‘progress report’ on N. Cowichan, conclusion can claim real progress. “Lists of dates and The same sort of events can give some advancement could be idea of the happenings measured in hospitals. of 100 years but cannot In 1910 the municipal give any idea of the council gave the King’s hardship and heartDaughters $50 to help break and the spirit and them build a convalesromance involved in cent home. creating the first century CHRONICLES The next year this of a community.”—D.C. determined band of Morton T.W. Paterson ladies opened an eightn 1973 Donald C. Morbed hospital on the site of the ton, seven-time reeve of North Cowichan (1961-68), looked back present million-dollar [Cairnsmore] Extended Care Hospital. upon the municipality’s first century by going through the minutes Today there is also the $5 million hospital on Gibbins Road, both of council meetings. Some of his findings on the road to change and excellent institutions whose worth to “progress” are illuminating: is not measurable in money. “...One of the greatest changes Perhaps, to show that politicians had come in the field of welfare and publishers have always had and assistance to the aged, sick, to cope with differences of opinneedy and unemployed. Back in ion, we should quote a resolution 1899 public concerts were held to passed by the council in December raise money for the ‘district’s des1909 stating that we ‘disapprove of titute’ and resolutions were passed the incorrect and misleading statein open council meetings giving ments in the last two issues of the the names of persons who should Cowichan Leader’. Is it fair to say require help ‘as they are desperthat some progress has been made ate and it should not exceed $10 a in this direction? month’. People sometimes say that Let us try a few items on working we have gone too far in social serconditions and wages. vices but any comparison with 75 years ago makes one feel that we See NORTH COWICHAN, Page 23

The 1973 report mentions the $5 million hospital as a step up from the old Cairnsmore location. Now, a new hospital is in the works. No doubt they wish the bill was only going to be $5 million. [CITIZEN FILE]

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ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 3924, and ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 3936 (APPLICABLE TO ELECTORAL AREA B – SHAWNIGAN LAKE)

Notice is hereby given that the CVRD Board will consider reading a third time and adopting the above noted Amendment Bylaws at the regular Board meeting of September 9, 2015.

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As per Section 890(4) of the Local Government Act, the Cowichan Valley Regional District Board of Directors, having reviewed the above noted Bylaws and finding them to be consistent with the policies of the South Cowichan Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 3510, has waived the Public Hearing and directed that this Public Notice occur in its place. Bylaws No. 3924 and 3936 received first and second reading at the August 12, 2015, CVRD Board meeting.

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North Cowichan municipal staffer hired by councillors writing names on ballots 1973 ‘PROGRESS REPORT’, From Page 22 In July 1912, Norman Butt was hired at $4 per day to run the municipal roller and crusher. The method of hiring was for each councillor to cast a ballot with the name of the applicant he thought should get the job. This is a far cry from today’s union-supervised filling of new positions on the work crew. In 1945 we find for the first time a notation that ‘the men shall have one week’s holiday with pay’. In 1917, when the basic municipal wage was $2.75 a day, a resolution went from this district to the Dominion Government asking for an inquiry into the high cost of living. Today the basic wage is about $35 a day and the inquiry is still going on. Progress? Some history, in chronological form, has been written in a booklet produced by North Cowichan in connection with its centenary. Most of the above comments are not in that booklet. They are used here just to show contrasts. No mention has been made of the development of parks and recreation facilities; no comment on the unrivalled record of Cowichan Fall Fair, well over a century old; no details of the growth of the various branches of the lumber industry over the century; and no estimate of the increase in business and trade of the district measured either in dollars or quantities. These are each worthy of separate treatment by someone with special interest, knowledge or background. Lists of dates and events can give some idea of the happenings of 100 years but cannot give any idea of the hardship and heartbreak and the spirit and romance involved in creating the first century of a community. Possibly two quotations from the centenary booklet could be included here: ‘The courage and independence of the early settlers who took on themselves the governing of this tract of nearly 80 square miles, widely spread and sparsely populated, continued to be in evidence as they and their successors developed the area during the next century.’ Then, after 1956 and the advent of the pulp and paper industry, we read: ‘The northern half of the district was no longer a one-indusPUBLIC NOTICE PROPOSED ROGERS TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITY 65-METER SELF-SUPPORT STRUCTURE PROPOSED STRUCTURE: As part of the public consultation process required by Industry Canada, Rogers Communications is inviting the public to comment on a proposed telecommunications facility consisting of a 65meter self-support tower and ancillary radio equipment situated at the Bings Creek Waste Management Complex in the Municipality of North Cowichan to the northwest of Duncan, BC. LOCATION: LOCATION: 3900 Drinkwater Road, Duncan, BC V9L 6P2 LOT 1 SECTIONS 2 AND 3 RANGE 2 SOMENOS DISTRICT PLAN VIP63727 COORDINATES: 48.800028° N, -123.765415° W ANY PERSON may comment by close of business day on October 9th, 2015 with respect to this matter. SBA CONTACT: Further information can be obtained by contacting: Brian Gregg, SitePath Consulting Ltd. 1903 – 838 W Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 0A6 Email: briangregg@sitepathconsulting.com

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Editor’s note: As has become a tradition here at the Citizen, we’ve asked notable community members to tell us why they believe Labour Day is an important celebration. This year, with the federal election on the horizon, we asked all of the candidates for the Cowichan-MalahatLangford riding for their thoughts.

Last September the biggest headlines around the province were about the delay in the start of school because of the teachers strike. [CITIZEN FILE]

Labour Day a time to remember

or many Canadian families, the Labour Day long weekend marks the end of summer and is a time for family gatherings, special events and barbecues. In the midst of our celebrations it is, unfortunately, too easy to forget why there is a Labour Day, and why we should acknowledge it as a special day. The statutory holiday we now enjoy was created in 1894 only because workers demanded recognition of their right to be recognized as legitimate partners in the economy and in society. In 1872 when Toronto printers went on strike for a nine-hour day, they learned that their organization was illegal — a union by whatever name was regarded as a criminal conspiracy. The prime minister, John A. MacDonald, for reasons not entirely noble, introduced legislation to make unions legal. There were enough ongoing disputes in the years following that the government established a Royal Commission that recommended the unions’ right to exist, to organize and to withdraw their labour. As the commission reported, the person who sells his

Alistair MacGregor, NDP candidate or her labour, should, in selling, be “on an equality with the one who buys it.” On Labour Day this September we should be celebrating that right, and all those who fought and continue to fight for the hardearned advantages that have resulted from the introduction of MacDonald’s legislation. I am the NDP candidate for Cowichan-Malahat-Langford, and my party was created in 1961 in

partnership with the Canadian Labour Congress, to ensure that the legitimate rights of working people would be recognized. I have worked in both union and non-union environments, and am mindful of the huge contributions the labour movement has made to Canadian society. They were in the forefront of all the battles: minimum wages, overtime pay, workplace safety standards, maternity and paternity leave, and protection from discrimination and harassment. As constituency assistant to our MP, Jean Crowder, I became acutely aware that we need to continue to work hard today to protect the rights we have already won, and to win new rights for all workers. Not only is the gap between rich and poor widening, but incomes are stagnant, our social safety net is weakening, and families must work harder every day just to get by. Thank goodness the labour movement is still fighting for gains we can make for society as a whole. Alistair MacGregor Cowichan-Malahat-Langford

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◆ FEDERAL ELECTION CANDIDATES SPEAK ABOUT LABOUR DAY

Conservatives made unions possible T

he 1872 beginnings of the labour movement in Canada began with the Toronto Printer’s Union in an effort to reduce the workday to nine hours. A long forgotten historical note was that the lobbying of then Conservative Prime Minister John A. MacDonald led to the legaliz-

ation of unions, undermining the efforts of noted Liberal capitalist George Brown. As a one-time union worker (the PPWC) and safety chairman I appreciated the union efforts to keep our work place safe and our jobs protected. Those that came before us sacrificed much for us to have

reached this point and their sacrifices have led to improvements for all Canadians. A re-elected Conservative government will ensure that our highly trained and educated workforce will continue to be Canada’s key to success in a global economy. A Conservative government will continue to invest in skills and training that will keep our workforce adaptable and our long term economy sustainable and growing. Programs like the Economic Action Plan created over one

million net new jobs since the deepest part of the recession, among the best in the G7. Many of those jobs were union jobs. I would like to salute those who came before us that helped give Canada the tremendous labour environment we now enjoy and I would like to share my appreciation for those many hardworking Canadians that keep our country going. Happy Labour Day everyone! Martin Barker Conservative candidate

Labour Day was a big deal in Toronto in 1900. This photo of a Labour Day parade shows the streets packed with people celebrating the holiday. The labour movement in Canada began in Toronto with the Printer’s Union. Many of these folks, or at least their parents, would have lived through the days when unions were illegal and business and industrial owners had virtual carte blanche to demand what they would of workers, including long hours, low pay and sometimes dangerous and squalid working conditions.

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New government will restore worker gains

was raised in a middle class family. My parents are immigrants from Italy and have worked hard their whole lives. My father was a boilermaker welder and my mother, a stay-at-home mom, raised four girls. They have always been grateful to Canada for the opportunities to build a rewarding life. My parents raised me to believe that we have a responsibility to care for and help our neighbours. That’s what I strive to do and it’s a big reason behind my decision to run as a Liberal candidate. Right now, we live in stressful times. Unemployment is increasing, wages are stagnant, and poverty and homelessness are prevalent. Many people have lost confidence in our country because they see so many of their rights and hard-earned gains being whittled away by heavy-handed legislation, more and higher taxes, funding cuts and the elimination of essential services. I love my country and won’t stand to see its reputation as a kinder and gentler nation further diminished. We need to trust that a new government will implement much-needed change that restores our trust in democracy,

Maria Manna, Liberal candidate creates jobs, and lifts the poor out of poverty. That is what the Liberal party and Justin Trudeau will deliver. This Labour Day, I will pause and give thanks for the opportunity my parents gave me to live in this country and the ability to work to make it a better place. Maria Manna Liberal candidate

We still need better for workers

short labour history brings a perspective on why we even have a Labour Day holiday. The B.C. economic and social conditions throughout most of the early years in B.C. (18401914) have very few similarities to British Columbia working conditions today. Working conditions included 12-hour work days, wages at subsistence levels, no healthcare, no unemployment insurance, no workers’ compensation, no workers’ rights, including no workplace safety rights and even child labour. They were all the realities of life in B.C. at that time. Political change was very difficult throughout that whole period. Not only did the vast majority of people not have the right to vote, but the cost of running for political office and property requirements for voting and running for office (as well as there being no legislative or responsible government until B.C. joined Confederation in 1871) all made it very difficult for workers to seek political solutions or rights. The early workers in British Columbia made many sacrifices, many died and were maimed and severely injured on the job and those sacrifices led to our living and working conditions in British Columbia today. The union movement in B.C.

Bill Routley, MLA and Canada has helped to build a very large part of society, both in terms of the way people are paid, but also in terms of people’s rights in the workplace. This includes the right to safe working conditions, fair wages and compensation for injury, and equitable labour relations providing some fairness in the workplace. Workers have lost their lives in order to establish the “right to refuse unsafe work” and the right to be treated fairly and without discrimination on the job. Even now in B.C. workers have a hard time invoking these rights; one only needs to look at the recent situation regard-

ing B.C. mill explosions where employees had raised concerns about the high levels of dust in the mills prior to explosions fueled by the high levels of pine beetle wood dust. Many of the current workers safety regulations came about as a result of workplace accidents that resulted in death or injury to workers. That is why it is so unacceptable to me that this current government acted to de-regulate so many former BC Workers Compensation regulations! Literally hundreds of safety regulations have been deleted or changed by government without the support of workers. I think it’s insulting this government even changed the name from Workers Compensation to “WorkSafe” which is a kind of management directive to workers! You would think in this day and age we would be more enlightened on safety than having a recent coroner’s report on mill explosions suggest we need more safety training! Really! I believe it is still important that we remember the significant struggle of workers in Canada and B.C. So, this Labour Day, to all workers: here’s to you! Bill Routley MLA Cowichan Valley

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IN MEMORIAM

Patricia Rosemary Sayce

Albert George Dykstra

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After a diagnosis of esophageal cancer in October of 2014, Albert died in his home in Cobble Hill, BC. Albert is survived by his children Michael and Laurel, daughter-in-law Julie and granddaughters Harriet and Myriam; by his sister Jeannine of Toronto, mother Hanna of Claresholm, AB and extended family. He is predeceased by his father Douwe (John) of Stavely, AB and brother Gary of Sherwood Park, AB. Born in Ft. Macleod, Albert grew up on a farm near Willow Creek, and attended school in Stavely. He was a Boy Scout in his youth and a Scout leader as an adult. Albert served 35 years in the Canadian Navy, mostly as a sonarman. He was married to Joy Phillips for 30 years and lived in the Fernwood/Hillside neighbourhood of Victoria, BC for most of the 70s and 80s. He moved to Cobble Hill where he spent countless hours gardening and working his small farm. Albert was active in the Cobble Hill AA meeting at â&#x20AC;&#x153;the Shack.â&#x20AC;? He was a well-loved member of his community and had a wide circle of friends from many walks of life. Albert valued hard work, self-reliance, good food, a good bargain, and good neighbours. Three weeks ago he painted his house, in the last weeks of his life he worked in his garden and when he couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do that, he would walk in his yard and supervise and instruct the friends and neighbours who came by to help feed the chickens and move irrigation lines. In lieu flowers, donations can be made in Albertâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name to Cowichan Valley Hospice Society 3122 Gibbins Rd, Duncan, BC V9L 1G2, Canada. https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/cowichan-valley-hospice/ A Time of Remembrance and Open House will be held at Farmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Institute Hall in 3550 Watson Ave., Cobble Hill, BC on Saturday, September 12, 2-4 PM Online condolences can be offered at www.sandsduncan.ca

Please join Pattyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family for a Celebration of Life on September 16, 2015. It will be held at the Eagles Hall on Boys Road from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

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Patty was a proud member of the Ladies Auxiliary to the Eagles and the ladies will be hosting the tea.

IN MEMORY OF KIANA TAYLOR KROFFAT Sept 2/01 - Sept 2/01 We know you are with your brother Caleb flying high amongst the other angels watching over us.

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Mary leaves behind her pride and joy, her loving husband of 60 years, Andy, her daughters Valerie (Brent), Linda (Dave) and Sandra (Rob), four wonderful grandchildren Torey (Syd), Kevin, Steven (Katie) and Amy, brothers Peter (Eileen), Donald (Ann), many nieces, nephews and good friends. She was predeceased by her parents, Corneillus and Annie along with siblings Edward, Frank, Eva, Polly, Laura and son-in-law Dave. Mary was born in Nipawin, Saskatchewan on August 4, 1935. Her family eventually made the moved to the coast following the older siblings. They settled in Nanaimo on Vancouver Island then moved to Mill Bay where her parents owned and operated the Bayview CafĂŠ. It was there that she met Andy, the love of her life. They were married May 14, 1955 in Cobble Hill. Mill Bay was home for a few more years before they moved on to Sechelt. The familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s final move was to Powell River in 1969. Her home was her castle and family and friends were key to her life. Throughout her life Mary was a five star cook and hostess, a green thumb gardener and was often referred to as Dr. Mary. She became an avid hockey fan, won the number one nana award on multiple occasions, helping with track and field, school cupcakes days, hot-lunch and carnival days and baking for hockey trips. In her later years Mary developed Dementia; this did not hinder her willingness to assist anyone in needâ&#x20AC;Ś.she could still whip up a bucket full of chocolate chip cookies. Mary will be greatly missed and forever in our hearts. A celebration of life will take place on Saturday, September 12, 2015 at 1 pm at the Beach Gardens Resort in Powell River. Donations may be made to the Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Society, Suite 300 828 W 8th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1E2, or to the Powell River Hospice Society in her memory if so desired.

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of a dear wife, mother, nana and sister. Mary passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2015, in the Powell River General Hospital just after her 80th birthday.

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MOSS, Charles Robert July 20, 1922 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; August 11, 2015

Following a full life, our Dad passed away peacefully in Nanaimo at the age of 93. He was predeceased by his wife of 63 years, our Mom Joan, in 2012. Bob was born in Cairo, Egypt, the only son of David and Mathilde Moss. The family returned to England shortly after his birth. Bobâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s adventuresome spirit led him to join the RCAF where he served as a meteorologist including time stationed on a remote atoll in the Indian Ocean. Following his military service, he returned to college in England, pursued an education degree and met Joan as a student teacher. Married in 1949, Bob and Joan emigrated to Canada four years later with their two young children, first settling in Prince George. Bob made public education in British Columbia his lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work as he willing took on new challenges eventually serving as Superintendent of Schools in three districts in the Province. During these years, the family expanded to 5 children and moved throughout the Province including time in Kamloops, Cowichan Bay, Vanderhoof and Port Alberni. Bob will be mourned by his five children, their spouses, 14 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. He was very proud of his extended family and imbued each of them with his spirit of adventure. R.M Pattersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s book The Dangerous River kindled Bobâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interest in western Canada and particularly the water. He kayaked the Peace River before construction of the W.A.C. Bennett Dam, riverboated on many rivers and lakes in northern BC and explored many areas of the Pacific Northwest coast as a sailor and then a powerboater. Bob had a lifelong interest in science and technology which he believed was a key component of education. This interest carried on into retirement as he became a very active Ham radio operator, making friends locally and around the world. In addition to boating, Bob and Joan spent winters exploring western North America in their RV and travelled widely around the world visiting relatives and fellow Hams. Our family would like to thank all of the caring staff at Dover House for helping to make Dadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s last years as comfortable and fulfilling as possible. A memorial service will take place on Tuesday at 3:00 pm, September 8, at Sands Funeral Chapel, 187 Trunk Road, Duncan. A reception to follow. Should you wish, a donation to the Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Society of Canada would be appreciated. Sands ~ Nanaimo (250)753-2032

EDNA RUBY FORESMAN October 4, 1933 August 29, 2015 It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we announce the passing of Edna Ruby Foresman (nee Ruttan). Edna Ruby passed peacefully from this life on Saturday, August 29, 2015. There will be a private family gathering in nature, where her heart resided, reuniting Edna with her beloved Herb hand in hand in Union Bay. Left to remember her for battles fought fair and won, a warrior. For those whose voices at times escaped them, are her children; Greg, Marjorie, Rodney, Fraser, Joy, Sean and Rob. There will be a gathering for those who loved Edna at a later date. To send a condolence to the family please visit: www.yatesfuneral.ca Yates Funeral Service & Crematorium (1-877-264-3848) in care of arrangements.

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Skene, Helen Eileen May 7, 1952 – August 29, 2015 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Helen Skene on August 29, 2015 at the Cowichan District Hospital, surrounded by her family. Helen is survived by her children Debbie (Gary) Vaux, Greg Skene; her grandson Kayden Skene; siblings Don Burnside, Betty (John) Francisty; her sister in law Evelyn (Paul) Johnson and many nieces and nephews. Helen was predeceased by her husband Les Skene; her parents Louis and Frances Burnside and her sisters Joannie and Diane Burnside. Helen was born in Kinistino, SK on May 7, 1952 and moved to Duncan with her parents at a young age. Helen met and married her soulmate Les Skene on July 11, 1970 and soon after started her family. Helens passion was hairdressing and that showed by her dedication of 35 years in the business. Helen loved gardening, family dinners and spending time with her lifelong friends. A special thank you to Dr. Lisinski and to all the staff on the 2nd Floor of the Cowichan District Hospital. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2015 at the United Church, 9814 Willow Street, Chemainus, BC at 11:00 am with a tea to follow. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be made at www.hwwallacecbc.om “You will always be in our hearts”

CARLSON, CARL ALBIN June 24, 1925 - August 31, 2015 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Carl Albin Carlson, a long time resident of Duncan B.C. Carl is survived by his wife Lorna, daughters, Sandra Barton, Carole Carlson, Debra (Vern/Jim) Dillabough & Carla Carlson, sons, Wayne (Wendy) Carlson, and Warner. Carl/Dad will be fondly remembered by grandchildren, great grand children and great, great grand children, nieces and nephews. He gained many lifetime friends in his 50 years or more in the logging industry and could perform any of the necessary jobs needed doing as he began logging at age 14. His career led him and family to many isolated, bays, inlets and sheltered areas up and down the West Coast of B.C. Carl was a R.C.N World War 2 Veteran and lifelong member and volunteer of the Duncan Elks Lodge # 69. He will be forever remembered by all who knew him as a man with a wonderful sense of humor and his great love of nature. He was an avid reader and never stopped learning about life and the world. The family is very grateful for the care provided by the doctors and nurses of the second floor Cowichan District General Hospital, home care provided by Helen, and more recently to the staff of the Lodge on 4th Ladysmith. BC. Thank you. Dad always said he had a great life with few regrets, and not long ago he commented that he didn’t buy green bananas anymore! No service by request. A gathering of family will be held to celebrate his life. You may consider a donation to a Charity of your choice, or a donation may be made to the Cowichan and District Hospital women’s auxiliary.

Rae will be sadly missed by her husband of 53 years, Dave Thomson; her daughters Tracy Bedard and Susie Gee; sons Jim Thomson and Joe Thomson (Kaleigh); brothers Joseph Reilly (Rene) and Terry Reilly (Fran); her 8 grandchildren and her extended family “Lots of love and kisses.” Your Hubby Memorial Service will be held at The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 1071 Canada Ave., Duncan on September 12, 2015 at 2:00PM. IVY AMELIA MCCAHON (Sampson) ~ 1929-2015 Ivy passed away peacefully at Arbour Cottage in Ladysmith BC at the age of 86. She was born to Chester and Elizabeth Sampson on Saltspring Island. She spent her early life helping out on the farm and raising the younger children until she moved to Victoria and started housekeeping. In 1950 she met Sid McCahon and married. She raised her seven children while working at various jobs and worked full time as a cook in the Duncan hospital for many years. She is survived by her two brothers Charlie and Ken from a family of 13, as well as her seven children Richard (Cathy), Charles (Debbie), Bill (Cathie), Carol (Fred), Jim (Ellen), Sylvia (Jerry), Alex (Lorna), her 18 grandchildren and their families, 18 great grandchildren, and many loving extended family and many long time friends. The family extends their sincere thanks to Margie and the staff at Arbour Cottage, and Dr. Robertson for their loving care over the years. A Funeral Service will be held at Christian Reformed Church, 980 Trunk Road Duncan B.C. on Saturday, September 5, 2015 at 12:30 pm. Interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery. A reception tea will be held at the Church following Internment. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. FIRST MEMORIAL FUNERAL SERVICES (250) 748-2134, Duncan, B.C. Condolences may be shared online at www.dignity.memorial.com

O’Driscoll, Edith Ann Marie“Ginger” September 18, 1943 – August 20, 2015

It is with great sorrow but much love that t we say good-bye to Ginger who passed away peacefully after a year-long battle with cancer with her loving daughter Bonnie holding her hand. Predeceased by her husband Rod O’Driscoll in 1994 and her son Al O’Driscoll in 2002. She will be lovingly remembered by her three children, Don, Kelly and Bonnie, grandchildren and great B grandchildren, Bradley, Brian, Cari (Ryder, Olivia), Dezi, Corryn (Nevaeh) and Nikki (Lisa Marie). She will also be deeply missed by her three siblings Doug (Peggy), Nancie (Terry) and Michael (Sylvie), her nieces that she adores Erica and Katelyn (Brian) and many good friends and neighbors. Her little dogs Maggie and Mimi were her companions on her many trips to Arizona. She traveled south on her own for 14 years after Rod’s death, meeting up with friends from all across Canada. Ginger loved to go to the Casino and play cards with her family. She was always busy knitting or crocheting and made hundreds of hats for babies at Duncan and Victoria hospitals. A special thank you to Sandra who has taken over loving her little dogs and to her neighbors Joan and Keith. We had peace of mind knowing you were there. A celebration of Life will be held on Friday, September 18th at 2 p.m. at Mount Brenton Golf Course, 2816 Henry Road, Chemainus, B.C. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be offered at telfordn@shaw.ca Co .ca Telford’s of Ladysmith 250-245-5553

James Henry Lloyd passed away suddenly on Monday August 31, 2015 at the age of 79. James (Jim or Jimmy) was born on July 28 1936 in Berwyn, Alberta. He was predeceased by his Mother Grace Whitby and his stepfather Edward (Ted) Whitby. Jim leaves behind his best friend of over 40 years , Duncan Griffiths and his loving surrogate family of 27 years, the Nicols: Linda Nicol (Brett Peters), Lisa Nicol (Dennis Como), Deborah Hyatt (Shane), Michelle Nicol (Steven Moss), David Nicol (Marcy McClusky) and Matthew Nicol (Tammy Haughton). Jim was ”Grampa” to 13 – Brianna, Taylor, Annabella, Aleczander, Matthew, Alyssa, Grace, Rosealee, Emma, McKenzie, Parker, Preston and Jaxson. Jim will be missed by his family, and the many friends and coworkers he made throughout his life at his Programs and Community Inclusion. There will be a celebration of Life at Sands Arbor Reception Centre, 187 Trunk Road in Duncan on Saturday, September 19th, 2015 from 1pm - 3pm. Online condolences may be offered at www.sandsduncan.ca SANDS of DUNCAN 250-746-5212

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R.J. “Neil” Pack October 20, 1924 to August 22, 2015 R.J. “Neil” Pack, born in Carnduff, SK, died after a brief illness in Courtenay, BC. He grew up near Carnduff on the family farm, volunteered for service in the Navy in 1943 and was discharged in 1945. He returned briefly to the farm then enrolled in a mechanics course in Winnipeg, after which he moved to BC, where he worked in Duncan Garage from 1947 to 1965. In 1965 he took a course in real estate, then worked in this field until his retirement in 1989. He is survived by his wife Rose, daughter Marilyn (Mike), son Robin (Elizabeth), four grandchildren, three great grandchildren, also two sisters and a brother. His care, love, advice and humour will be greatly missed. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BC Cancer Foundation.

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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 driver’s involved in the accident.

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Happy 50th Anniversay Jean and Richard Addison of Duncan, B.C. Jean and Richard will celebrate their 50th Wedding Anniversary this September. Married in Belfast, erstwhile residents of Halifax, N.S. and now happily retired in BC.

Jean and Richard marked this milestone with friends and family, including their sons Michael and David and their wives and grandson Stuart, in Maple Bay in August.

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A Letter to Linda Hi there girl, how are things up there? Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re all getting along down here, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been a tough year without you. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very hard for us not to feel sad,but â&#x20AC;Ś thenâ&#x20AC;Ś we hear your voice, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Smarten up you guys! Remember all the good times!!â&#x20AC;? Drinking beer on Friday nights after work; Having untold adventures and a million laughs at the Oak. The Fuzzy Ring Club. Our annual treks to theâ&#x20AC;&#x153;Cottagesâ&#x20AC;? Partying with Martin! Celebrating all our momentus milestones â&#x20AC;Ś together 40 â&#x20AC;Ś.. 50 â&#x20AC;Ś.. 60 So many memories, with so much laughter, And now, when we go to the Oak and set your bottle of Coors Light In the middle of the table and clink our drinks with yours We hear your voice, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Smarten up guys! Remember all the good times!â&#x20AC;? And we do. In Loving Memory of our friend Linda Devlin. Born August 5, 1950; flew to heaven September 3, 2014 We miss you so much, and we will never forget you. All our Love, The Fossils HELP WANTED

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CUSTOMER SERVICE

1995 CHEVROLET CAMARO VIN#2G1FP22SBS2200732

Amount due as of Sept 4, 2015 is $1,612.60 to Tiger Towing Ltd. The above mentioned vehicle will be auctioned at 4860 Trans Canada Hwy Sept 19, 2015 at 8:00 AM

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. Ladies watch. Sun., Aug. 30 at Glenora Trails Head Park. 1-604-897-9259.

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EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS FOODSAFE COURSES Level 1. Sept. 19th & Oct. 17th $75/person. Location: Island Savings Centre. Register online: www.saferfood.ca or 250-746-4154

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JOIN OUR TEAM! We are currently looking to build the Food & Beverage team at our Mill Bay McDonaldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s location. If you are looking for part-time or full-time, mornings or afternoons, shorter or longer shifts â&#x20AC;&#x201C; we have the schedule to fit any need. Apply today! Visit us at www.McDonalds.ca/Careers OR drop off an application in person. VERY PART-TIME PERSONAL ASSISTANCE WORKER for woman with physical disability. Wed. to Fri. 9-11 PM. Minimum one year direct experience required. Closing 05 Sept noon; resume and references to persons@islandnet.com or Box 1066, Duncan, BC V9L 3Y2

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WANTED Carpenter/Labourer in the Chemainus/Ladysmith area. Construction experience required. Call: 250-246-4024 evenings after 6pm.

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Applications are now being accepted for the position of

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Techniques include:

Applicants must have a minimum Grade 12 or a combination of Grade 11 and at least one relevant vocational program, and be in possession of a current St. John Ambulance Emergency First Aid for Industry (CFA Level 1) certificate or equivalent.

VANESSA A. LYSNE, Human Resources Officer School District No. 79 (Cowichan Valley) 2557 Beverly Street Duncan, BC, V9L 2X3 RE: ON CALL NOON HOUR SUPERVISORS Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those selected for interview will be contacted. NO TELEPHONE OR PERSONAL SOLICITATIONS ACCEPTED

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550-2950 Douglas St., Victoria (Upper level Mall)

250-893-3793 free parking

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD

CROFTON HOTEL Requires Servers, Bartender and Liquor Store Staff.

Our fall and winter show season is starting. Must have â&#x20AC;&#x153;Serving It Rightâ&#x20AC;?. Join a great, fun team. Part time positions available. Fax your resume with availability and references to 250-748-1850. HELP WANTED

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Casual/Temporary Education Assistants Applicants must have a minimum Grade 12 education supplemented by successful completion of a college or university recognized program of studies (such as School & Community Support Worker certificate or a degree in Child & Youth Care from Vancouver Island University or equivalent). Personal Care, First Aid level 1 & CPR, Sign Language Interpreter certification would be assets. A complete resume including: a cover letter, official course transcripts, certificates, etc., and three work reference email addresses will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on Friday, September 11, 2015. Please forward to:

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VANESSA A. LYSNE, Human Resources Officer School District No. 79 (Cowichan Valley) 2557 Beverly Street Duncan, BC, V9L 2X3 RE: ON CALL EDUCATION ASSISTANTS Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those selected for interview will be contacted. NO TELEPHONE OR PERSONAL SOLICITATIONS ACCEPTED

Pacific Energy, a leader in the hearth manufacturing industry, seeks a motivated individual to join the Customer Service Team. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll need some or all of the following attributes to be successful in the role:

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

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A complete job description is available at the School Board Office. A complete resume including: a cover letter, proof of education, copy of current First Aid certificate and three work reference email addresses will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on Friday, September 11, 2015. Please forward to:

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

TRAVEL

Insurance Opportunities New Downtown Victoria Branch

Coordinator for School Based Youth Wellness Centre CMHA Cowichan Valley Branch is accepting applications for this part time position, which involves the day to day running of a school based wellness centre.Â Duties include supporting youth in developing programming, supporting professionals in the use of the facility & providing additional programming.Â The successful applicant will have a diploma or degree in Child & Youth Care, or a related field, a solid knowledge of the Cowichan community, and two yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience working with at-risk youth.Â Demonstrated organization and communication skills are assets.Â Please submit resumes byÂ September 11 to: dave.ehle@cmha.bc.ca.

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Excellent customer relations skills Good computer proficiency Multi-skilling abilities A can-do attitude Accounting / Bookkeeping skills would be an asset This role will initially be a mat leave coverage that could develop into a fulltime position. The position offers an attractive compensation package including a fully company paid benefits program. Please send your resume to the attention of Chuck Richardson at chuck.richardson @pefp.net Or deliver in person to 2975 Allenby Rd., Duncan, BC

RUMOURS BOUTIQUE, Cowichan Bay Summer Blowout Sale! 50% off Summer Clothing: - Designers Purses & Shoes. - Tanning Pkg $60/10 sess. - Total Family Hair Care. - Piercing specials. Sat.,Sun. & Mon., Sept. 5-7 - 10am-7pm. 1721 Cowichan Bay Rd. 250-709-2313. WANTED: SECURITY Staff Cowichan Valley. PT/FT Flexible hours. Contact: admin@footprintssecurity.com

HOME CARE/SUPPORT IN-HOME CAREGIVER in Cowichan Bay for lady with MS. Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is NOT a condition of employment. 40 hrs. per week $10.95 per hour. Duties: bathing, dressing, using hoist, housework, meal prep. HS graduate. Start Nov 2015, 3 yr contract. Please send resume to: davidg82@shaw.ca.

VERY PART-TIME PERSONAL ASSISTANCE WORKER for woman with physical disability. Wed. to Fri. 9-11 PM. Minimum one year direct experience required. Closing 05 Sept noon; resume and references to persons@islandnet.com or Box 1066, Duncan, BC V9L 3Y2

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD COOKS AND SERVERS

Local Pub seeks quality oriented Cooks and Servers. Cook staff must have food safe and Servers must have serving it right. Will train the right people. Apply in person to: 10519 Knight Rd., Chemainus, BC or email: saltairpub@shaw.ca P/T BAKER Wanted- Faced paced self-starter is needed. Will train. Available to work any days. Apply with resume: Masonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Store, 1855 Renfrew Road, Shawnigan Lake.

MEDICAL/DENTAL MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your work-at-home career today! PROFESSIONAL/ MANAGEMENT

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

Friday, September 4, 2015

TRADES, TECHNICAL

| Cowichan Valley Citizen PERSONAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

RENTALS

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HANDYMAN SERVICES 30+ years experience in house repairs: indoor & outdoor, carpentry, drywall, painting, odd jobs, clean-up, general help, etc. FOR AN ESTIMATE CALL ROLF 250-710-5712

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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

ROWAN

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SKILLED CARPENTER REQUIRED Duncan based construction company requires a full-time skilled carpenter. Applicants must have valid BC drivers license and own hand tools. Hourly rate will be based on experience and qualifications. Please reply with resume and references to: Email: chrisclement@shaw.ca or canada281@shaw.ca Fax: (250)746-3653 Cell: (250)709-0576

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Sarah & Co. Property Maintenance Free Estimates Seniors Discount Lawn Care Packages, Gardening,Landscaping & Design, Carpentry, Deck Work, Eavestrough Cleaning, Moss Removal,Power Washing,Rubbish Removal, Painting RECYCLING Sarah: 250-732-3591

CLEANING SERVICES

HAULING AND SALVAGE

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

COWICHAN Hauling & Moving

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 FINANCIAL SERVICES 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

COMPUTER SERVICES

AUTO FINANCING-Same Day Approval. Dream Catcher Auto Financing 1-800-910-6402 or www.PreApproval.cc

ABLE COMPUTER REPAIR In-home service. Senior’s discount. Nico 250-746-6167

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PETS HIMALAYAN RAG DOLL Siamese kittens. Born June 3. White flame points. Call or text 250-510-4825.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE APPLIANCES

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

REAL ESTATE

CUSTOM HARDWOOD FLOORING Professional installations of solid, engineered hardwood floors, laminated, viny plank, etc. Over 20 yrs. experience. FOR ESTIMATE CALL 250-710-5712

HOUSES FOR SALE

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

PLUMBING

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A SERVICE PLUMBER. Licence, Insured. Drains, HWT, Reno’s, Repairs. Senior Discounts. After Hour Service. Call Coval Plumbing, 250709-5103.

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1 bedroom - $650 2 bedroom - $750 FREE hear & hot water Close to schools and town • BAI - Please call Bonnie 250-746-4155. • BAII - Please call Ron 250-746-4424. ✱All our apartments are clean quiet & secure. Sorry, no pets! • •

HAULING/JUNK REMOVAL MOVING & DELIVERIES SMALL DEMOLITION JOBS

(250) 597-8335

BEVERLY ARMS APARTMENTS 2562 - 44 BEVERLY ST

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12 CU.FT deep freeze, $125. GE washer and dryer, $300. Kenmore stacking FL washer/dryer, $350. Maytag washer, $150. Kenmore W/D, $300. Inglis dryer, $100. Built-in dishwashers, $100-$150. 6 month warranty on all appliances. Please call Greg at (250)246-9859.

HOME RENOVATIONS. Deck work, carpentry, flooring, plumbing, eaves trough-cleaning & rubbish removal. Small moving jobs. Sr. Discount. Ian 250-743-6776.

AUTO Financing

Free estimates or advice on any size job

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RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO AVAILABLE OCT 1st - 2 bdrm, 2 bath corner suite- 3rd flr. 3215 Cowichan Lake Road, Duncan- 5 appls, in-suite storage, elevator, parking, on-site building caretaker. 5 mins from town, near buses. Close to hospital, parks, schools and trails. NS/NP. Refs req’d. $800./mo+utils. Email: 718@gmx.ca or call 778-8171066.

Rowan Property Management Ltd (250)748-9090. CHEMAINUS LOCKWOOD Villa- 1 bdrm, small pet welcome, $700 Includes heat/hot water. Available now. Call 250-709-2765.

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.

Industry-licensed technicians • Modern Equipment • Coast to Coast Warranty Premium products you know & the Brands you can trust!

Richard Gravelle Service Manager

WE SERVICE ALL MAKES AND MODELS! Appointments are recommended, but not necessary

• Up to 5L of Quaker State ONLY Conventional oil $ 99‡ • MotoMaster oil filter • Vehicle inspection • Top up selected fluid levels

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• Road-ready inspection • Tire rotation • Battery test • Visual brake inspection

WE SERVICE ALL MAKES AND MODELS!

Appointments are recommended, but not necessary

**Up to 5L Quaker State conventional oil (assorted grades). Some vehicles may require more. MotoMaster filter (up to $5 value) may not fit some vehicles. Additional fees and charges may apply for vehicles that require more oil or different filter. Eco fees, where applicable, are extra. ‡Most vehicles.

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We offer FREE Shuttle Service! See Auto Service for details

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LOVELY 2 bdrm suites in seniors oriented building, Central Duncan. Heat incld. NS/NP. $825. Please call Resident Manager at 250-732-0342.

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CHEMAINUS LOCKWOOD Villa- Bachelor top floor, $625. New paint, new carpet, heat/hot water included, small pet welcome. Available now. Call 250-709-2765.

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SUITES & CONDOS $625 #1513 Regent Pl, Cobble Hill, BC. $675 #8-2516 Alexander St, Duncan, BC. $800 3118 Sunset Drive, Chemainus, BC. $920 #103-360 Bundock Ave, Duncan, BC. TOWNHOUSES & DUPLEXES $895 #2-660 Jubilee St, Duncan, BC. $1200 #47-941 Malone Rd, Ladysmith, BC. $1100 5202 Francis St, Duncan, BC. $1395 5202 Francis, St, Duncan, BC. $1395 #23-3242 Cowichan Lake Rd, Duncan, BC. DETACHED HOUSES $1100 4340 Currie Rd, Duncan, BC. $1500 570 Cedar Ave, Duncan, BC. $1595 6-1759 Cowichan Bay Rd, Cowichan Bay, BC. $1595 7361 Bell McKinnon Rd, Duncan, BC. $1650 1727 Shaw-Mill Bay Rd, Shawnigan Lake, BC.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES CHEAMINUS: 3/4 bdrm, 3 bath, wood F/P, fenced back yard onto Askew Forest. Rent incld’s self contained ground level bach suite. Walking distance to everything. $1850+ utils. Call 250-246-1546.

HOMES FOR RENT RANCHER 2-BDRM + office/den, 1bath. nonsmoker. 1 small pet ok. Ref. 1 yr lease. Fully renovated 1250sq.ft. Plus garage & enclosed breezeway. Fenced easy care yard. $1350/mo. +util. 250-597-7692

$1,700 - 413 Winter Drive, Lake Cowichan 4 bed/3 bath two story home. Custom 3100 sq ft home in the Slopes. Vaulted ceilings & beautiful fireplace, heat pump & built-in-vacuum. Double garage with room for an RV. Too many features to name them all. No smoking & no pets. $875 - 8604 North Shore Road, Lake Cowichan Seasonal fully furnished 3 bed/1 bath house right on the lake. No smoking, pet upon approval. Available September 15.

ROOM & BOARD FURNISHED. 3Bdrms avail. in Duncan house. Close to hospital/VIU. Shared Bathroom. 3 meals daily. Includes weekly laundry. Owner, son and 3 cats on premises. Internet access. 250-748-6811 7:30am-10:00pm.

SHARED ACCOMMODATION DUNCAN- ROOM for rent on bus route. Heat, light, cable, incld. W/D available. $425/mo. Available now. Call Mike, 250748-8132 or (250)245-5374.

SUITES, UPPER Beautiful large 1-bdrm. Available now. NS, NP, 4-appl. $750 includes everything except hydro, phone & internet. Call 250-715-0666 days

TRANSPORTATION CARS 2010 CHEVY Cobalt LT, 4 door, black, power everything, auto, A/C, less then 73,000km, $9000 with full tank of gas! Call 250-634-8586.

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GARAGE SALES 3 FAMILY YARD SALE ALLENBY & KOKSILAH Sat., Sept 4th Tools, Tires, Household Items & More!

6340 WOODLAND Dr., off Lakes. Saturday, Sept 5. 8:30 to 2:00pm. Pocket books, household, ladies clothes, purses, shoes. And NEW perfume, body, bath gift sets. Some tools. 1999 Buick P.Avenue. All options. 117,000 km. Excellent cond. $29,000.

KIWANIS FLEA MARKET RE-OPENS SAT., SEPT. 12TH AT 9AM

Girl Guide Hall: 321 Cairnsmore St. For info phone Gloria at 250-746-9678 or Dave at 250-746-3616 Lake Cowichan. Huge moving/downsizing sale! Great prices! Huge variety: books, toys, furniture, treasures, clothing, Avon, pet supplies and much more. Sat Sep 5 & Sun Sep 6 12 noon - 6 PM 7921 Cowichan Lake Rd., Lake Cowichan SHAWNIGAN. MOVING sale. 1900 Malta Rd. Sat. & Sun. Sept. 5 & 6, 10am-2pm.

GARAGE SALES MILL BAY Rain or shine. Sat.,Sept. 5. 10am - 2pm. 2695 Wade Pl. Turn on Bourban Rd., Kerry Village. Lots of great stuff & collectible. No early birds. RICK STARKE’S GARAGE SALE 6114 Alington Rd. Sat., Sept. 5 @ 8am Free Stuff, Old Stuff, Few Antiques. Cancelled if Raining. SAT., SEPT. 5. 9am-2pm. 1187, 1175 & 1180 Rolmar Cres, off Braithwaite. 6 families, lots of goodies. Everything must go. Park on road. SILVER PARK Yard Sale; 2885 Boys Rd, Sat., Sept 5, 9-2pm. Unit #’s 234, 249, 304, 414, 448 and 710. Baked goods, plants, over 100 DVD’s and much much more!

SNAP SELF STORAGE 2840 Roberts Rd Sat., Sept. 5 9:00 - 2:00 New items weekly. SWAP MEET at Cedar Community Hall, Sundays 8am1:30pm. 2388 Cedar Rd. Household items, books, tools, baking & more! For table info call 250-245-3460.

Sports

250-748-2666 ext. 236 kevin.rothbauer@cowichanvalleycitizen.com

Cowichan Valley Citizen | Friday, September 4, 2015

KidSport Cowichan hopes to boost awareness in Valley ‘SO ALL KIDS CAN PLAY’:

Cowichan chapter has handed out $100,000 since its inception in 2011 KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

Sept. 6-13 is KidSport Week in British Columbia, and for KidSport Cowichan chair Deb Savory Wright, there is no better time to remind the community that the organization is out there. The purpose of KidSport Cowichan is to provide financial assistance for children from throughout the Cowichan Valley Regional District who might not otherwise have an opportunity to play sports. “We’re trying to increase awareness,” Savory Wright said. “I honestly believe there’s a whole community out there that doesn’t know about us.” KidSport Cowichan has provided more than $100,000 in assistance to more than 650 kids since they began providing grants in early 2011. “It was kind of a shock to me when we did our numbers,” Savory Wright said. “It just amazes me. We don’t often go, ‘hey, look at us.’ We just do the work. We’re really excited about the number of kids we’ve been able to help.” Eight dedicated board members determine where KidSport Cowichan’s money goes. “They all have a 100 per cent commitment and no agenda, except to raise dollars to kids can play sports,” Savory Wright said. KidSport’s money is generated entirely through fundraising efforts, and the group doesn’t ask for money from local governments. One of the major fundraisers is a silent auction at the North Cowichan/Duncan Sports Wall of Fame induction ceremony. Although they don’t ask for it, KidSport is often the “charity of choice” for fundraising events in the Valley. “We’ve been very fortunate that when people do hear about us, it resonates with them,” Savory Wright said. For KidsSport Week — which has been officially declared by Lt. Gov. Judith Guichon — KidSport Cowichan will be looking to raise awareness on Facebook by increasing likes and shares on their page

New head coach Mike Williams puts the bantam Cowichan Bulldogs through the paces during a practice at McAdam Park on Wednesday evening. [KEVIN ROTHBAUER/CITIZEN]

Bantam Cowichan Bulldogs kick off season this Sunday KidSport Cowichan chair Deb Savory Wright speaks to North Cowichan council about KidSport Week in B.C. on Wednesday. [KEVIN ROTHBAUER/CITIZEN]

“We don’t often go, ‘hey, look at us.’ We just do the work. We’re really excited about the number of kids we’ve been able to help.” DEB SAVORY WRIGHT, KidSport Cowichan chair

with new success stories throughout the week. It’s not part of KidSport Week, but KidSport Cowichan is also preparing for a fundraising golf tournament later this month. On Sept. 25, they will host “Swing Fore the Kids,” a fun nine-hole scramble-format event. In the spirit of sports bringing the community together, they are hoping to get people who got to know each other when their kids played together to reconnect and play together in the tournament. The $80 entry fee includes dinner and a cart rental, as well as a chance to win a new vehicle from Saunders Subaru with a hole in one. For more information about the golf tournament or about KidSport’s work in the community, visit kidsportcanada.ca/ british-columbia/cowichan or email kidsport.cowichan@gmail.com

KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

The fall football season will get under way this Sunday when the bantam Cowichan Bulldogs kick off against Vancouver’s Westside Warriors at McAdam Park at 2:30 p.m. This will be a unique season for the Bulldogs, who are playing nine-man football for the first time after years of 12-man gridiron. As the only Island entry in the Vancouver Mainland Football League’s

bantam nine-man circuit, all their away games will require a ferry trip. Leading the team this year is head coach Mike Williams, who grew up in the Cowichan Valley and has just moved back to the area after 20 years away. Mike’s brother, Doug (Opie) Williams, has guided the Cowichan midget team for several years, and will be back as head coach of the midgets this year when their season gets going with a road game against White Rock on Sept. 13.

Vancouver Island Building & Construction Trades Council

Representing unionized construction workers on Vancouver Island • • • • • • • • • • •

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 230 International Association of Heat & Frost Insulators, Local 118 United Association of Plumbers and Pipefi tters, Local 324 United Association of Plumbers and Pipefi tters, Local 170 Sheet Metal Workers International Association, Local 276 International Association of Iron Workers, Local 97 International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Local 359 International Union of Operating Engineers, local 115 International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Local 213 Labourers International Union of North America, Local 1611 International Union of Painters & Allied Trades, DC 38

President Phil Venoit Treasurer Mark Curtis

#103-2823 Jacklin Road, Victoria • 250.388.7374

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Name: _________________________ __ _ __ Phone: _________________________ Draw made 10 am September 11, 2015. Bring entries to 251 Jubilee St., Duncan

2 ALL DAY RIDE PASSES AT THE COWICHAN EXHIBITION

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Sports

| Cowichan Valley Citizen

FEMALE HOCKEY DAY COWICHAN-KOKSILAH OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN

COMMUNITY SURVEYS NOW AVAILABLE The following community surveys are now available for the new Cowichan-Koskilah Official Community Plan, applicable to Area E (Cowichan Station, Sahtlam, Glenora), a portion of Electoral Area F (Sahtlam), and a portion of Area B (north of the Koksilah River): • SURVEY #1 – Natural Environment • SURVEY #2 – Local Economy • SURVEY #3 – Social Sustainability To complete the surveys on-line visit: www.cvrd.bc.ca/areaEocp Paper copies of the surveys may be obtained and submitted at: • CVRD office (front counter) – 175 Ingram Street, Duncan • The Hub at Cowichan Station – 2375 Koksilah Rd, Cowichan Station • Glenora Store – 3630 Glenora Road, Glenora

From complete newcomers to players with several years of experience, 14 young hockey players turned out for Female Hockey Day at the Island Savings Centre last Saturday. Female Hockey Day is a free annual event created to give girls in the Cowichan Valley more exposure to the sport. In addition to skills and drills and a full-ice scrimmage to end the day, the athletes had the chance to win several prizes. [KEVIN ROTHBAUER/CITIZEN]

• Sahtlam Fire Hall – 4384 Cowichan Lake Road, Sahtlam

*** PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR SURVEYS BY OCTOBER 30, 2015 *** FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Katy Tompkins, Senior Planner, Planning & Development Department, at 250-746-2620 or ctompkins@cvrd.bc.ca

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Cowichan bowler rolls to silver at national championships KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

Cowichan Lawn Bowling Club member Gord Fall and his partner, Hiren Bhartu of Nanaimo, claimed the silver medal in the men’s pairs division at the Canadian Lawn Bowling Championships at the Willowdale LBC in Toronto last month. Fall and Bhartu earned the right to represent B.C. by winning the gold medal at the B.C. Pairs Championship held at the Juan de Fuca Lawn Bowling Club in July. They dominated round-robin play at the national championships, winning eight of nine games and out-scoring their opponents a combined 188125. Their lone defeat came at the hands of Nova Scotia. Although Fall and Bhartu had soundly beaten Alberta 23-7 in the round robin, they couldn’t repeat that result when the teams met in the gold-medal game, in which Alberta prevailed 24-14.

COWICHAN LAKE RECREATION BOWLING FALL 2015 Cowichan Lake Recreation invites you to sign up for the following bowling leagues: Monday Youth League | Sept 21 - Dec 14 Ages 10 - 16 | 12 sessions $84

Wednesday Cosmic Bowling League | Sept 9 - Dec 16 | 14 sessions Adults $126 Youth $98

Tuesday Mens Night 19+ | Nov 3 - Dec 15 7 sessions $63

Thursday Ladies Night | Sept 17 - Dec 10 13 sessions $117

Wednesday Afternoon 5-Pin | Sept 16 - Dec 16 14 sessions $98

Sunday Mixed League | Sept 27 - Dec 13 10 sessions $90

To register for bowling leagues call Cowichan Lake Recreation at 250.749.6742 Family Bowling Fridays | Sept 4 - Dec 18 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Adult Bowling | Ages 19+ Saturdays | Sept 5 - Dec 19 7:30 pm - close

Loonie Night Fridays | Sept 4, Oct 2, Nov 6, Dec 4 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm $1 Games $1 Shoes

Toonie Night | Ages 19+ Saturdays | Sept 19, Oct 17, Nov 21, Dec 19 7:30 pm - close $2 Games $1 Shoes

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Bowling & Curling Spiel | Saturday | Oct 24 | 1 Day $65 Enjoy a morning of curling at Cowichan Rocks Curling Club followed by lunch, an afternoon bowling at Historic Youbou Lanes, and finish off the evening with dinner and prizes. Transportation, prizes, lunch and dinner included in the cost.

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Free Recreation Day Friday | Sept 25 | 6:30 pm - close Enjoy a free evening of bowling with family and friends. Bowling Halloween Costume Party Friday | Oct 30 | 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm | $5 each or $15 / family Bring the whole family to our Halloween Costume Party! Enjoy pumpkin carving, Halloween games, snacks, and beverages.

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Pizza and Beer Nights | Ages 19+ Saturdays | Sept 5, Oct 3, Nov 7, Dec 5 | 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm Enjoy bowling, pizza, and beer! Special price: $6 for a beer and slice of pizza. Regular bowling rates apply.

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Learn to skate or improve your skating at the Island Savings Centre The Island Savings Centre is offering programs for children and adults who want to learn how to skate this fall. The Active Communityes Learn to Skate Program is for children and youths who want to improve their skating. Participants can have their accomplishments transferred to other active community programs. Skate rentals are included, and helmets are mandatory. Participants must be at least four years of age. Classes run on Friday afternoons from from Sept. 11 to Oct. 9, and are for ages 4-5 or 6-15. All classes are $38. Contact the Island Savings Centre at 250-748-7529 for registration. Adult Learn to Skate programs are open to anyone 16 and over of any skill level. The programs are ideal for anyone who wants to take a beginner-level hockey program or just wants to skate recreationally. Sessions run Wednesday mornings from Oct. 7 to Nov. 4 or Nov. 18 to Dec. 16. Call 250-748-7529 for more information.

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