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Quamichan Campus principal James Doyle expresses his frustration after a container full of emergency supplies was ransacked by thieves last month. The school hopes the community will help restock it. [KEVIN ROTHBAUER/CITIZEN]

Thieves decimate students’ emergency supply depot KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

With a recent earthquake fresh in the minds of Cowichan Valley residents, one local school is

hoping the community will help replace thousands of dollars worth of emergency supplies that were stolen last month. In early December, thieves

broke into a shipping container behind the Quamichan Campus of Cowichan Secondary School. See SOME SUPPLIES, Page 4

Sunfest is coming to Cowichan Lake. At Wednesday’s meeting of the Cowichan Valley Regional District, directors voted in support of two bylaws that will allow Sunfest Concerts to host its annual country music festival, and other events, on recently purchased land near Youbou. Electoral area directors voted overwhelmingly to approve the bylaws, with only Alison Nicholson, Area E (Cowichan Station/ Sahtlam/Glenora) director, opposing the motions. “All of us who are involved with Laketown Ranch and with Sunfest are all very excited that we can move forward with our plans,” said Sunfest owner Greg Adams, who added he was not surprised by the CVRD’s decision, given all the technical reports and information his company provided during the application process. “I think the directors did an excellent job of going through all the information and it was a

positive outcome.” The approved bylaws amend the Youbou/Meade Creek Official Community Plan and zoning, and enable Sunfest to begin development of the land, which will include a stage, an outdoor amphitheatre, event parking and festival camping. Sunfest County Music Festival has operated for 14 years and attracts thousands of music lovers each year. Area I director Klaus Kuhn said he feels good about the decision reached by the board because of the potential Sunfest has to revitalize the community. “The economy hasn’t been very kind to us here,” he said, citing the closure of Youbou’s school and several businesses. “You need young people in a community. And our hope is that if the Sunfest and related festivities take place here, it will show the visitors that this is a beautiful area and we hope that some of the younger people will move here again.” See FESTIVAL, Page 11

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Lifetime of work brings honour to Dias College School. Lifetime Achievement Award recipients are selected by the chamber president in consultation with the board, and the previous year’s recipient, in this case Bill Keserich, who will introduce the winner this year. Dias moved with his family to the Valley in 1961 and he graduated from Cowichan Secondary School in 1967, marrying his wife, Maureen in 1971. The Diases have two sons: Ryan, who lives in Mill Bay and is the parks operations superintendent with the Cowichan Valley Regional District and Shawn, who lives in Morden, Manitoba where he is the parks manager for the City of Morden . Dias’s own career at North Cowichan began in 1974 when he became purchasing clerk. His advancement was steady and in 1991 he became CAO, retiring in 2010 after 31 years with the municipality. In 2011, North Cowichan council made him a Freeman of the Municipality for “playing a role in the shaping of North Cowichan”.

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“The school was unaware of when this took place but suspects sometime in the month preceding, noticing the breach on Dec. 8,” Cpl. Krista Hobday said. “Some items could be seen in three or four feet of water in Somenos Marsh. Police would welcome any information regarding this theft and destruction of property.” Doyle noted that, even though the supplies were specifically intended for the school, they probably would have been used to help the community as well, and the thieves may have prevented the school from assisting them. “It’s there to help kids in case of an emergency, and we would also be there to help them,” Doyle said. The importance of having the emergency supplies on hand was made more apparent by the magnitude-4.8 earthquake felt throughout the region on Jan. 29. The school is making a plea to the community to help restock the emergency kiosk. Andrew Poland of Poland Crane & Hauling has offered to move the container into the fenced-off bus compound behind the school district headquarters, and Doyle is hoping it will have enough supplies inside to cover not only the Quamichan campus, but also neighbouring Alexander Elementary and the offices. To donate supplies or money to help restock the kiosk, call the Quamichan Campus at 250-746-6168 or email quamsecretary@sd79.bc.ca. Tax receipts can be issued for donations of more than $10.

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Dias himself says that for community projects to be successful, collaboration is required. “You have to drill down and understand [everyone’s] interests. I believe I see the big picture and the consequences of actions. I strive to be more than a good listener, and actually hear what they are saying, and then integrate those things into the decision.” Thinking back, he remembers the blizzard of 1996 as a major event. “We had so much snow, we were phoning farmers — we knew they had tractors — and asking them to clear the snow. And that was how it worked.” Dias himself spent much of the night transporting staff from home to work — few could get out of their driveways. During the 2009 flood, Dias was one of the directors of the CVRD’s Emergency Operating Centre that ran 24 hours a day, coordinating all efforts to handle the emergency. Along with his work for many local groups, Dias also consults for the Island Corridor Foundation and has helped them in a variety of ways. When asked about his greatest passion, Dias says it’s simple. “I have so many things that I really, really enjoy. I’ve got a beautiful family. My grandchildren are very, very special. I’m passionate about community — we live in a wonderful community of really

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Piece by piece the old firehall in Chemainus is being torn down. It’s expected to take about eight weeks. [SARAH SIMPSON/CITIZEN] was completed before eight weeks. And when one project is done, the next will begin. “As soon as that building is gone and we can offer clear title to the lot, with the lot cleared, to the VIRL then we can request that the planning process start,” Lefebure said.

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“We have to complete the clearing of that lot first.” He said that while he wasn’t sure what the VIRL board has on its plate for 2016, he’s hoping there will be time to complete the design process this year so that construction could start as early as next year.

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evin O’Leary’s silly salvo into Alberta politics, while not quite as buffoonish as most of what comes out of American presidential hopeful Donald Trump’s mouth, made headlines recently. Our interest in his supremely unserious offer to invest $1 million in the Alberta energy (oil) sector if NDP Premier Rachel Notley resigns from office lies in the fact that he and his insinuations of blame represent a particular big-business, right-wing outlook subscribed to by a fairsized contingent of Canadians. Our concern is that someone

like him (a former Dragon from CBC’s popular reality show Dragon’s Den) can be influential, and it’s troubling when such an individual perpetuates a cloud of misinformation. So let’s address the issue head on. Notley has been premier for only a matter of months, the province was facing a dire economic outlook before the election, and the international price of oil has continued to drop precipitously to almost historic lows. Is Alberta hurting? Yes. Can the blame be laid at Notley’s feet? Decidedly no.

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The price of oil is not something over which Notley and the Alberta NDP have any control. This price freefall is the principle author of the layoffs and tough times in Alberta’s oil fields. Anyone with half a brain can figure that out. A move to raise corporate taxes a smidge (which would bring Alberta’s rate in line with the median among Canada’s provinces — oh, those poor, starving multi-nationals) along with talking about trying to get a bigger piece of the pie for Albertans via royalties can’t even touch the real causes of

the industry’s pain. Further, if one really wants to point fingers, there is the very serious question about why Alberta doesn’t have a contingency fund big enough to help them sail without worry through this tough time, after many sunny economic days. But the right wingers who are conducting the campaign to undermine the current government don’t seem interested in holding the former ruling Conservatives to task, under whose 40 years of leadership all the seeds for the current situation were planted.

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They seem uninterested in the truth, either. O’Leary’s offer to invest obviously wasn’t in earnest, and $1 million would have almost zero impact on the industries involved. But the clear and intentional message was a disparagement of Notley and her leadership. It remains to be seen how good Notley and the NDP will be for Alberta’s economy. The reality is that to date, she just hasn’t had enough time to make much of an impact. In the meantime, it’s troubling to see the myths being maliciously generated.

We don’t need that kind of protection Re: letter to the editor, Friday, Jan. 8 “Province should protect us from regional district” Not sure we need that type of protection. Consider: CVRD had a bylaw in place for many years to protect the Shawnigan watershed from toxic soil being imported. Our provincial government threw aside that bylaw and issued a 50-year permit to haul in toxic soil. If the MOE can not protect one of the essentials of life I don’t feel safe having them barge into CVRD’s affairs. To stop salaries doubling again and again some of the “wasted” money could be used to set up

yet another committee to govern salaries and bring them in line with the world outside CVRD. All in favour, raise your hands. Evelyn Dupuis Duncan

Shawnigan residents the real victims I was at the peaceful protest yesterday in Shawnigan against the contaminated “soil” dump. The news reported the company had to shut down operations because we were blocking them and that they were the “victims”. In my opinion, I feel like we, the residents of Shawnigan Lake are the true victims, as we are the people who drink and use the water from the lake

which is slowing being poisoned by their contaminated muck that is not being contained or treated properly. Police officers attended but did not make us move aside. We would have if the trucks were running. Our government that should be protecting our health and community has ignored or dismissed non-compliance issues with the permit. We are the victims who will have to live with this mess long after this company and the owners sell off or retire. This permit is for 50 years. I won’t be around but my children will be, and Shawnigan Lake will be a ghost town. Cathy Bhandar Shawnigan Lake

Are owners of 20-pound-plus dogs trying to get dogs banned from public footpaths? I walk these daily and always there is a new pile of feces left for me to step on or near the edge of the trail for my dog to stuff her nose in. If I were a member of the non-dog-loving public, I would rally to have all dogs banned from these paths so that I could enjoy looking at the scenery rather than worrying about what might get stuck to my shoe. As for the couch-potato owners of the elderly local dog, please let it roam in your backyard. It has a habit of leaving its piles of feces where children walk to catch school buses. People, if you don’t like clearing up feces from a large dog, you should have adopted a little dog or none at all. You are giving the 95 per cent of us responsible dog owners a terrible reputation. And don’t think they can’t ban us from footpaths. Look how the cigarette smoke situation is being handled. As for the dog owner who left its pooches feces where I park my garbage can, this week I have had to put it well to the left of its usual placement. Oh, and your dog needs worming. Gillian Sanders Cowichan Bay

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World in transition to people’s government The world is transitioning political power from the one per cent-ers and corporate interests to the 99 per centers. This will take a generation or two to achieve and could be temporarily reversed by our one per cent-ers retaking power. However, with the growing self-awareness of the 99 per cent-ers and the democratic principle of each citizen having a vote means that governance by the 99 per cent-ers will prevail. The thinkers and doers within the 99 per cent-ers will have to develop the

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It seems that BC Hydro has become a modern-day Marie Antoinette. Sadly, the complacent silence of the many indicates complicity with BC Hydro’s manic irrational socialist behaviour. Unless a high percentage of the population demands that BC Hydro be controlled, BC Hydro will continue to do to us whatever pleases it.

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conceptual framework of how a people’s government would be organized to govern of, by, and for we, the 99 per cent-ers. The whole concept of how to achieve this could be developed in public forums held throughout our nation rather than developed centrally. The process of achieving this through grassroots groups throughout our nation would help to educate We the People. The distribution of a concept framework (a road map) will accelerate the transition to governance of by and for the 99 per cent-ers.

envision yourself revoking the permit? • If so, what is that? • If not, why is that? Thanks so much, Brian Costello Shawnigan Lake

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Dirty dirt dumping long entrenched Could there possibly be a silver lining to the dark cloud of the SIA dirty-dirt dump that is operating under sanction of the provincial government on the hillside above Shawnigan Lake? Well, early in the last decade the provincial department known colloquially as the Ministry of Environment gave a licence to a firm which both treats and dumps contaminated soils, again colloquially known as dirty dirt, and operating out of the gravel pits on Koksilah Road known historically as Evans Redi Mix. This licence covers many hundreds of thousands of cubic metres of soils that are classified as contaminated, over a 50 year business plan going forward. Sound familiar? Exactly. The province has given and institutionalized permission by licence to use this contaminated material as fill at the Evans site...craftily calling it mine remediation of the initial gravel pit. This licence, these permits, makes the business, and business plan completely legal, legitimate, not at all like the dozens of other illegitimate dirty dirt dump sites the province allowed to proliferate across the Cowichan Valley, particularly in south Cowichan over the last few decades. The “underground”, or “unregulated” sites were a blight and abomination, upon

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the landscape north of the Malahat and a stain upon the provincial record. But are the provincial licensed sites of SIA and Evans measurably any better? Does a mask of a regulatory regime make them less of a risk than the other unregulated sites? Most citizens think not, or not that much better. I coined the colloquialism of dirty dirt at the end of the last century. I fought with the province until a long line of ministers and bureaucrats got a clouded look on their face like they just found dog poop on their shoe when they saw me coming, most of this battle being well before SIA times, and about the Evans site permits and licences for the most part. Throughout the battle the local citizens who deemed themselves potentially affected directly or in principle by the Evans site licensing process caucused, and asked in a bewildered voice,”How did the Ministry of Environment become the enemy of the people?”. All were perplexed, none knew how this had become so. I still don’t, but do have to agree that it appears so, on the evidence, and that the ministry is quite comfortable, and accepting, being known as “an enemy of the people” by much of the Cowichan citizenry. Second, some citizens in their wisdom asked, that if the ministry was so confident in issuing the Evans site licence,

renewable for 50 years of dirty dirt dumping, then the province, respectfully, should/could as well give the citizens a written promise to make good on any damage done to the underlying aquifer. Repetitively ministers and assistant deputy ministers laughed that off — they certainly were not stupid and gullible enough to guarantee its harmlessness, in writing. The look on their faces was incredulous that we would even ask. But ask we did, many times. The risk factors of the Evans site are said to likely be orders of magnitude higher than the SIA site and the province knows this. The Evans site hovers above the aquifer headwaters at the confluence of the Koksilah River and Kelvin Creek. There is no bedrock debate here — any discharges go straight into the surface waters or ground waters flowing above or below ground towards Cowichan Bay. And there are already hundreds of thousands of cubic meters of dirty dirt buried on the Evans site. But any truck load that diverts to the SIA site is a silver lining to that dark cloud. That is without prejudice to the SIA battle or debate, just a qualifier, and recognition of previous and ongoing struggles, risks now embedded and as so many of the citizens say, with the peoples enemy, on the dirty dirt issues, our own provincial government. Loren Duncan Glenora

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The co-owner of the Campbell River Storm is facing charges in connection with an assault involving his coach. According to Campbell River RCMP, police officers responded to a report of an assault at a 16th Avenue residence on Dec. 12. After an investigation, a Crown report was submitted supporting charges against Kevin Ronald Spooner, the co-owner of the team. Spooner is facing one charge of assault causing bodily harm and two charges of uttering threats. The alleged assault involves current Storm coach and general manager Lee Stone and the threats involve Stone and Linda Spooner. A statement from the Campbell River Storm was issued in connection with this situation. It says: “The Campbell River Storm are aware of the criminal allegations towards Kevin Spooner and while we cannot comment on an impending legal matter we would like to assure everyone that we hold the highest standard of conduct within our organization and have taken positive measures moving forward. We are looking forward to the end of the regular season and another successful playoff run and will not have any further comment regarding such matter.

It’s been a record year for Parksville’s extreme weather shelter. The facility providing solace for those less fortunate was open 25 nights in December alone operating at close to full capacity, according to Salvation Army manager Lisa Clason. She said the shelter was also open 14 nights in November and seven nights in January so far. “The weather has been wet, windy and stormy,” said Clason. “It’s been storm after storm. Even though it was mild and raining there was no way someone could stay dry.” The shelter, which now operates out of the old B.C. Ambulance Station in Parksville, is open from 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. providing clients with two hot meals (dinner and breakfast), a bed with blankets and pillows, showers, dry clothes and most importantly — a safe place to sleep. The protocol for Parksville’s extreme weather shelter is standard for extreme weather shelters on Vancouver Island, according to the Oceanside Task Force on Homelessness. Implementation of the extreme weather response plan is called when weather conditions are deemed severe enough to present a substantial threat to the life or health of homeless people.

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Lake’s council expects Motorsport Resort to be boon to area LEXI BAINAS CITIZEN

It may be located outside the town’s boundaries but the community of Cowichan Lake could still benefit from the Vancouver Island Motosport Resort, Lake Cowichan town councillors said at a recent council meeting. They first heard a brief report from town CAO Joe Fernandez, who said that the development, [on Highway 18, just past the Tansor intersection], has gone ahead quite smoothly because the land had the right zoning in place when the owners bought it. He explained he had recently attended a meeting of municipal administrators where the subject of the resort came up and told councillors he learned a few more details about the private club being constructed. “A German auto dealer consortium was looking for a home and more by accident than anything else found themselves approaching Nor th Cowichan. They bought that property that sits off Highway 18. “It [the resort] is set to open for business on May 20, 2016. They apparently have spent $20 million for Phase One. That’s how

There has been significant interest at Cowichan Lake about the Vancouver Island Motor Sport Resort, now under construction in North Cowichan on Highway 18, not far from the Tansor Road intersection. [LEXI BAINAS/CITIZEN] much they have pumped into the local economy and there’s more to come,” he said. “They have also bought the

Aerie Resort on the Malahat and there’s talk of a golf course to go up there, too. They are also going to build a helicopter pad at the

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site so people can just come in to the Island from Vancouver and elsewhere. “It is occurring outside the

Town of Lake Cowichan but we stand to benefit. I think we should support what’s happening outside of the town, too. If it happens inside the town, it’s better, but if it’s outside, it’s not so bad. Even if it happens in the regional district, it’s great. We’ll all benefit from it.” Coun. Carolyne Austin said she had heard a bit about the club. “This is a really elite place with memberships sold, possibly time shares. I don’t know if we’d be able to just walk in the gate and go there,” she said. However, she also asked about tours of the facility. “It might be good to say: ‘Hey, we’re from the Town of Lake Cowichan.’ I don’t know how many of them would come down the road to see what we have here but that’s what we used to do before: make our presence known,” she said. Coun. Tim McGonigle was optimistic. He said, “I anticipate a spinoff not only for North Cowichan and Duncan, Chemainus and the wine country, but also for our area with what we have to offer. See INVESTMENT, Page 16

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“I think that as an economic driver, this is a start for, again, looking at what the benefits might be, even if it is from outside our community,” McGonigle said. “A $20 million investment so far is huge. I can only imagine what Phase Two will bring. Unfortunately, I won’t be able to drive on it but I’m sure there are virtual tours I could do. As for a tour, I’d definitely like one, but I’m also happy that this concept has found a place.” Various aspects of it have been talked about for many years, dating back to the earliest calls for a “noise park,” McGonigle added. “If you haven’t been on their website yet, you should check it out,” Coun. Bob Day said. “It’s amazing. There are games, music videos and virtual laps, too. It’s amazing that people are investing $20 million on this. I know a handful of people that are working there and it’s non-stop.” Mayor Ross Forrest said, “the noise studies have shown that the noise level there will be less than the traffic going by on the highway. And think of how much Duncan Paving is probably making out of this, or anybody. And if you drive by, it’s a pretty big building they’re constructing. That’s costing money. Someone’s building it; the people doing that are either from the Valley or are staying in the Valley, so there is a huge economic impact from that.”

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The hard-working volunteers from the Chemainus Health Care Auxiliary spent 2015 doing what they do best: raising enormous amounts of cash to help the Valley’s hospitals. The group has quite a history. In 2012 they donated $37,718.00, in 2014, more than $80,000 and then they really rolled up their sleeves. The Chemainus Health Care Centre received more than $50,000 from the group in 2015, which covered the costs of fall mats, overhead lights, an overhead lift for urgent care, an air conditioner, an ECG machine, warming cupboards and gift bags for new residents. The Auxiliary also donated $120,000 to the Cowichan Valley District Hospital, Cowichan Valley Hospice Society, BC Children’s Hospital and the Victoria Hospital Foundation in 2015. It’s a lot of work running the busy thrift shop at the corner of Willow and Oak Streets in Chemainus but the more than 180 passionate volunteers also earned enough money to donate to Cops for Cancer, Providence Farm, the Chemainus Valley Museum, the Variety Club, the Royal Canadian Legion, Cowichan Food Connection, student bursaries and Harvest House Food Bank. Are you downsizing or cleaning house? Why not donate items for sale. You can drop them off Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. It’s also possible to make “in memoriam” cash donations. Contact the group at 250-246-2476 or on their Facebook page or through chemainushealthcareauxiliary.com for more information.

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nine year period, “15 workers died and another 224 were injured and missed time from work because of roadside vehicle incidents.” TCPs have authority to report violations of the Motor Vehicle Act, including the following: • 140 Disobey construction signs $196$253 and 3 points on your licence • 141 Disobey flagman $196 and 3 points on your licence While working along Shawingan Lake Road, we appreciated friendly smiles and waves acknowledging that you saw us. Thank you to all drivers for slowing down and leaving a comfortable distance between their vehicle and the TCP. Safety means we all go home at the end of the day. We live and work in this community and we wish you a happy and safe new year! PS: Thank you to Lynn, a generous local resident who dropped off coffee and donuts to the hard working crew. Cora Lange is a member of JSK Traffic Control Personnel

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ast December, BC Hydro contracted tree services to ensure trees and branches remain clear of electrical lines along Shawnigan Lake Road. We traffic control personnel were there, too. Due to its winding nature, blind spots, hidden driveways, narrow and soft shoulders, open ditches, and poor visibility, Shawnigan Lake Road is dreaded by many TCPs. While its posted speed limit of 50 kmph and double-solid line are there for safety, it is a hazardous place to work. The tree service crews focused on their difficult and dangerous job, TCPs ensured traffic flow was clear of moving machinery, falling branches, and rolling logs. They navigated the safety of pedestrians and cyclists, residents and commuters as well as the safety of the crew. Electronic signs on either end of the work zone warned of the work to be done. Our three bright orange roadway signs warned commuters: Construction Ahead, Prepare to Stop, and TCP Ahead. When you are between our two sets of orange diamond signs, please slow down because we are on the road; otherwise we remove these signs when we leave the road at the end of our shift. TCPs can’t ensure safety without the cooperation of drivers. Unfortunately, Worksafe BC statistics (www.worksafebc. com/news_room.news_releases/2014/ new_14_07_07.asp) tell a sad story. In a

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Earthquake and tidal wave: the terrible twins of destruction (Part 2) pawned by the devastating earthquake that ravaged much of Alaska and claimed more than 100 lives in the early hours of March 27, 1964 — Good Friday — the tidal wave that struck the twin CHRONICLES communities of Alberni and Port Alberni resulted T.W. Paterson in considerably less damage and no loss of life. But, by any measure, it was a disaster of major proportions, one that has never been forgotten by those directly impacted by the tsunami, and by those who worked around the clock to bring relief and order to the stricken community. What follows are some of the highlights of a formal report of that never-to-be-forgotten experience. It begins just after the first tidal wave struck shortly after midnight of the 27th with a frantic telephone call of a flooded home. This report, more of an overview, is of particular relevance

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Squad have several escape routes from the threatened area. The result is a dispersal of evacuees to all parts of the twin cities not affected by flooding. There’s little opportunity to evacuees to go to a central reception depot. The self-reliance of evacuees, their obvious ability to make their own emergency arrangements and the immediate response of citizens not affected by the flooding result in their quietly finding temporary shelter. 07:30 – 09:00 hours — “Provincial Civil Defence Welfare Supervisor is notified of situation and proceeds to get report. Then contacts Director of Welfare and Regional Administrator who immediately arranges for dispatch of additional staff, the Welfare Disaster Unit and the District Supervisor to the Alberni District Office. See REPORT, Page 21

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08:00 hours — “Welfare office in Alberni opens for business as Welfare Services Headquarters. A division of responsibility is agreed to. The Welfare Department to assume responsibility for coordinating all emergency welfare services using the district office as a welfare headquarters. “The department to also act as a central point for co-ordinating lodging needs, supervis[ing] the mobile feeding vehicle and provid[ing] vouchers for food, clothing and lodging where required. The Salvation Army agrees to be responsible for the collection, processing and issuing of used clothing and furniture and the Red Cross agrees to assist the welfare department in finding and arranging accommodations and in the emergency feeding programme. “Volunteers, clerical staff and Public Health nurses working at welfare headquarters begin finding accommodations for persons who have been temporarily accommodated in church halls, hotel lobbies and with neighbours, etc. “A congregate facility is opened in the Sergeants Mess of the local militia camp for three large families. Feeding is provided via Dept. of Social Welfare vouchers and the Canadian Red Cross Society in [restaurants] and via the mobile disaster unit to volunteers working in the flooded area. Those staying with friends eat in the residences. A used clothing and furniture collection is begun by the Salvation Army in Alberni, Port Alberni, Nanaimo and several other communities. Donations are issued on request by the SA at

two depots, one for clothing and one for furniture. In addition, a local department store donates $5,000 credit for merchandise to be administered by the welfare department. This is used mostly for clothing and bedding which is distributed by the issuing of regular Departmental vouchers. “Inquiries are answered as fully and quickly as possible but since a great number of evacuees have made their own arrangements and the local radio station is off the air, it is exceedingly difficult to learn the whereabouts of a great number of people. Requests for help and directions are made over a New Westminster radio station, CKNW, which is well received in the area. 22:00 hours — Welfare office closes for the night. During the day accommodations have been found for 133 people and an additional 40 are in congregate facilities at the army camp. Meals have been arranged for those requiring them and clothing is being issued as required. Volunteers recruited during the day have been most helpful, with government employees from all departments, and particularly the Public Health nurses, assisting...” Although the above report is quite straightforward, is in fact, almost a casebook of how this major emergency was handled by the various agencies involved, the firsthand report made by district social worker Mrs. Pat Adang is quite the opposite. (To be continued)

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The world is not just a source of resources to exploit. We are a part of it and it keeps us alive. [ANDREA RONDEAU/CITIZEN]

priorities and actions. The world has been overwhelmed by the belief that our species stands at the pinnacle of evolution, endowed with impressive intelligence and able to exploit our surroundings as we see fit. We feel fundamentally disconnected from nature and therefore not responsible for the ecological consequences of our actions. Even at the 2015 Paris climate conference, the sense of urgency about climate change was dampened by the perceived equal need to protect jobs and to consider the economic costs of aiding vulnerable nations and even ways to continue exploiting fossil fuels, the very agents of the crisis. We can’t just look at the world as a source of resources to exploit with little or no regard for the consequences. When many indigenous people refer to the planet as “Mother Earth”, they are not speaking romantically, poetically or metaphorically. They mean it literally. See IN PERUVIAN, Page 23

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In Peruvian village, kids taught mountain a god WE ARE, From Page 22 We are of the Earth, every cell in our bodies formed by molecules derived from plants and animals, inflated by water, energized by sunlight captured through photosynthesis and ignited by atmospheric oxygen. Years ago, I visited a village perched on the side of an Andean mountain in Peru. People there are taught from childhood that the mountain is an apu, a god, and that as long as that apu casts its shadow on the village, it will determine the destiny of its inhabitants. Compare the way those people will treat that mountain with the way someone in Trail, B.C., will after

being told for years the surrounding mountains are rich in gold and silver. Is a forest a sacred grove or merely lumber and pulp? Are rivers the veins of the land or sources of power and irrigation? Is soil a community of organisms or simply dirt? Is another species our biological relative or a resource? Is our house a home or just real estate? Once we learn that our very being, essence, health and happiness depend on Mother Earth, we have no choice but to radically shift the way we treat her. When we spew our toxic wastes and pesticides into the air, water and soil, we poison our mother and ourselves.

When we frack our wells, we contaminate the air and water on which we depend. When we clear-cut forests, dump mine tailings into rivers and lakes and convert wilderness into farms or suburbs, we undermine the ability of the biosphere to provide the necessities of life. Is this how we treat our source of survival? Until all of society understands this and then acts on that understanding, we will not be able to act fully to protect a future for ourselves. David Suzuki is a scientist, broadcaster, author and co-founder of the David Suzuki Foundation. Learn more at www.davidsuzuki.org

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• HardiPlank Window and • Asphalt Materials accepted include: Container Glass • Gravel & rocks • Porcelain • Mirror Glass • Bricks Tipping Fee: $15.00 per tonne - Min. Fee $5.00 • ConcreteAPRIL 8, • Non-Laminated • Ceramics STARTING • FORUMS HardiPlank Window and • Asphalt BUILDING & LAND DEVELOPMENT Drop off aggregate materials for recycling at: Container Glass • Gravel & rocks Bings Creek Solid Waste Management Complex The Cowichan Valley Regional District is hosting a series of “Lunch Tipping Fee: $15.00 per tonne - Min. Fee $5.00 n’ Learn” forums on the third Wednesday of every month at the 3900 Drinkwater Road, Duncan CVRD office, 175 Ingram Street. These forums provide an opportunity Materials accepted include: for local building and development industry and CVRD Planning & for the more information Development staff tomaterials share information and at: discuss and topics of Drop offCVRD aggregate foratrecycling Porcelain • M irror Glass • Bricks Call the Recycling Hotline 250-746-2540 or• ideas mutual interest. The forums include presentations on relevant topics and Bings Creek Solid Waste Management Complex • Ceramics • visit Non-Laminated • Concrete toll-free 1-800-665-3955 www.CVRDrecycles.bc.ca provide opportunities for or questions and discussion. 3900 Drinkwater Road, Duncan • HardiPlank Window and • Asphalt APRIL 8, The next session and topicSTARTING is noted as follows. Bring a lunch. Please Container Glass • Gravel & rocks RSVP as seating is limited. Accepting Aggregate

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• Chemainus Seniors Drop-in Centre soup and sandwich, Feb. 17, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. • Chemainus Seniors Drop-in Centre blood pressure clinic, Feb. 17, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. • Chemainus Seniors Drop-in Centre birthday party pot luck dinner, Feb. 20, 5-8 p.m.

Recreation • Legion Bonspiel, Duncan Curling Club, Feb. 20, one day only, 3-4 end games, Brandon Draw, contact Betty James 746-5998. • Mill Bay Carpet Bowling Group meets every Wednesday, 1 p.m., Mill Bay Community League Hall, beside Kerry Park Arena. Info: Jim 250-743-5189 or Pauline 250-733-9886. • Cowichan Kayak and Canoe Club meetings second Tuesday each month except July and August, 7:30 p.m., socializing time 7-7:30 p.m., Seniors Activity Centre, Duncan. Refreshments provided. Info: cowichankayakandcanoe. wordpress.com • Cowichan Intercultural Society presents Art Healing Series, Wednesdays, 2-3:30 p.m., Mill Bay Library. Meet to paint, draw, sketch and create art pieces. Info: Francoise francoise@cis-iwc.org or 250-748-3112. • Duncan Badminton Club, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8-10 p.m., October through March Multi-purpose Hall, Island Savings Centre. Recreational and competitive. All welcome. Info: 250-746-4380.

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• Youth rowing program, Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre, for ages 10-14. Get some rowing experience with summer staff Thursdays 4-6 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m.noon. $10 drop-in fee, call ahead to reserve a place: 250-746-4955. • All-ages chess club: all skill levels and ages welcome to play and learn chess in supportive, fun environment. Mondays 6-8 p.m., Duncan library gathering place or available tables. • Cowichan Fly Fishers meets 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month at the Air Cadet Hall, Gibbins Road. Doors open 7 p.m. Open to all ages and skill levels. Info: www. cowichanflyfishers.com

Meetings • Royal Canadian Legion Branch 53 general meeting, Jan. 17, 1 p.m., Henderson Hall, Gibbins Rd., Duncan. • Cowichan Valley Naturalists meeting Jan. 19, 7:30 p.m., Freshwater Ecocentre, 1080 Wharncliffe Rd., Duncan. Presentation by T. Rand Collins of Duncan: “Somenos Under the Surface: Green Slime Needs Loving Too”. • Cowichan Historical Society meeting, Jan. 21, 7:30 p.m., St. Peter’s Church Hall, 5800 Church Rd., Duncan. Show and Tell: bring an object and briefly tell its story. • Adult Child of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families (ACOA) meetings 107 Evans St., Duncan, Fridays, 7 p.m.

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REGISTRATION

Please tour our school and see our school community in action during our

OPEN HOUSE

301 Brae Road, Duncan 250 748 0709

& Kindergarten Information Session

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17th Open House 1:00pm - 5:00pm KG Info. Session 4:00pm For information call 250-746-5919

LEARNING CENTRE Our Program is designed to provide a Stimulating and Educational Environment to promote each child’s uniqueness.

Cowichan Valley Thunder Lacrosse 2016 Spring Registration BOYS AND GIRLS WELCOMEǦ COME PLAY THE FASTEST GAME ON TWO FEET!! Register ONLINE after January 1, 2016! http://cvtl.goalline.ca/index.php Monday, January 18th, 2016 Fuller Lake Arena 5:30Ǧ7:30pm (Upper Meeting Room) Wednesday, January 20th, 2016 Island Savings Center 5:30Ǧ7:30pm (Koksilah Room)

D A Y C A R E A N D

P R E S C H O O L

NOW ACCEPTING ENROLLMENT Please feel free to drop in or call to register

Call Al or Wanda... 250-746-4020 2731& 2739 James Street, Duncan Right in Downtown Duncan

Saturday, January 23rd, 2016 Kerry Park Arena 3:00Ǧ5:00pm (Dennis McLean Room) Registration Fees: Before After

March 1st, 2016 March 1st, 2016

2015 Drop-In Lacrosse Schedule – Island Savings Centre DATE

TIME

DURATION

DIVISION

Fri. Jan. 15th 2016

6:00pm – 7:10pm 7:15pm – 8:30pm 8:35pm – 9:45pm

1h 10 min 1h 15 min 1h 10 min

NOVICE – Drop-In PEEWEE – Drop-In BANTAM/MIDGET – Drop-In

Sat. Jan. 16th 2016

10:00am – 11:00am 11:15am– 12:30pm

1h 1h 15 min

MINI-TYKE – Drop-In TYKE – Drop-In

Sat. Jan. 23rd 2016

10:00am – 11:00am 11:15am– 12:30pm

1h 1h 15 min

MINI-TYKE – Drop-In TYKE – Drop-In

Fri. Jan. 29th 2016

6:00pm – 7:10pm 7:15pm – 8:30pm 8:35pm – 9:45pm

1h 10 min 1h 15 min 1h 10 min

NOVICE – Drop-In PEEWEE – Drop-In BANTAM/MIDGET – Drop-In

Fri. Feb. 5th 2016

6:00pm – 7:15pm

1h 15 min

NOVICE – Drop-In

7:25pm – 8:35pm 1h 10 min PEEWEE – Drop-In MiniǦTyke (2010/2011) $170 $190 8:45pm – 10:00pm 1h 15 min BANTAM/MIDGET – Drop-In Tyke (2008/2009) $205 $220 Novice (2006/2007) $225 $240 Sat. Feb. 6th 2016 10:00am – 11:30am 1h 30 min MINI-TYKE/TYKE – FUN DAY/GAMES (mixed) 11:30am – 1:00pm 1h 30 min ALL AGES GIRLS –Drop-In Peewee (2004/2005) $260 $275 Bantam (2002/2003) $270 $285 2015 Evaluation/Tryout Schedule – Island Savings Centre Midget (2000/2001) $280 $295 Fri. Feb. 12th 16 6:00pm – 7:15pm 1h 15 min PEEWEE – Evaluation #1 Intermediate B (1998/1999) $290 7:25pm – 8:35pm 1h 10 min BANTAM – Tryout #1 Junior B (1995/1996/1997) $310 8:45pm – 10:00pm 1h 15 min MIDGET – Tryout #1

All new players please bring a photocopy of your care card and birth certificate to leave with your registration. Please bring a posted dated cheque for $100.00 dated August 1st, 2016 for jersey deposit. “A” Team Evaluations for Bantam and Midget: $25.00 nonǦrefundable fee due at registration. ** NSF Cheques subject to $25.00 charge** Intermediate B and Jr B can not register online. Players interested must contact Lorne Winship 250Ǧ252Ǧ0155 gumbymel@shaw.ca

For more information Contact: Jeanine CreamerǦRegistrar 250Ǧ380Ǧ8579 sandjcreamer@shaw.ca Chris ClaxtonǦ President 250Ǧ360Ǧ7613 claxlax_2@hotmail.com

Sat. Feb. 13th 2016

10:00am – 11:30am

1h 30 min

NOVICE – Evaluation #1

Sat. Feb. 20th

2016

10:00am – 11:00am

MINI-TYKE/TYKE – Drop-In (two ends)

Fri. Feb. 26th 2016

6:00pm – 7:15pm 7:25pm – 8:35pm 8:45pm – 10:00pm

1h 15 min 1h 10 min 1h 15 min

PEEWEE – Evaluation #2 BANTAM – Tryout #2 MIDGET – Tryout #2

Sat. Feb. 27th 2016

10:00am – 11:30am 11:45am – 1:00pm 1:15pm – 2:30pm 2:30pm – 4:00pm

1h 30 min 1h 15 min 1h 15 min 1h 30 min

NOVICE – Evaluation #2 PEEWEE – Evaluation #3 BANTAM – Tryout #3 MIDGET – Tryout #3

Sat. Mar. 5th 2016

10:00am – 11:30am

1h 30 min

NOVICE – Evaluation #3

Sat. Mar. 12th 2016

10:00am – 11:30am

1h 30 min

MINI-TYKE/TYKE –Drop-In (two ends)

Friday, January 15, 2016

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REGISTRATION Help kids learn the game of golf Adults who play golf know just how fun and frustrating the game can be. Whether you’re a veteran golfer or someone just learning the links, golf can be challenging. But as exacting as the game can be, it also can be just as rewarding, even for kids. Children who embrace the game of golf will learn a host of lessons they can apply in all facets of life. A humbling game even for professional golfers, golf can teach kids lessons in humility and the value of persistence even when things aren’t going your way. Golf is also a great way for parents to get kids off the couch and outdoors for some fun in the sun. Instead of spending summer afternoons in front of the television, kids who play golf are out patrolling pristine golf courses while getting some cardiovascular exercise along the way. Golf can also strengthen a child’s hand-eye coordination, which can help them in other activities, including many different sports. Though many people do not begin playing golf until they’ve reached adulthood, it’s never too early for boys and girls to start learning the game of golf. Parents of preschoolers can start their kids off with a toddler play set. Though it’s just a toy, a play set can help lay a solid foundation for future golfers. Kids who have watched Mom and Dad play golf or practice their swing can develop their own swings on their play set. As kids approach school age, don’t overlook the nearby putt-putt or miniature golf

2016 PLAYER REGISTRATION T-BALL – TADPOLE MOSQUITO – PEE WEE BANTAM – MIDGET BOYS & GIRLS AGES 4-18

FRIDAY, JANUARY 29 • 4pm to 8pm SATURDAY & SUNDAY, JANUARY 30 & 31 • 10am to 3pm

FitWalk, Learn to Run, 5k, 10k, 21k

CEEVACS

Roadrunners

Run/Walk Clinics - FEB 1 – APRIL 25 Monday nights @ 6 pm All profits go to the Cowichan Sportsplex

www.ceevacs.com

range as a valuable teaching tool. Miniature golf clubs are small enough for many children to use comfortably, and kids can use miniature golf courses as a place to put any lessons or advice on putting to good use. What’s more, a miniature golf course is more than just golf, with creative courses and other fun activities, so kids won’t feel overwhelmed with golf. When kids move on from preschool to elementary school, some might want to tag along with Mom or Dad to the driving range. You should try to avoid overwhelming kids with too much instruction or information. Instead, keep things as simple as possible, teaching them the basic swing and encouraging them no matter how quickly they adapt. As kids enter middle school and approach high school, those who are enjoying the game of golf can take advantage of the driving range if they haven’t already begun to. A driving range typically has markers that indicate the distance of a regular hole, regardless of which tee you will play from on an actual golf course. Kids can aim for holes at shorter distances to learn how far their drives are going. You can then adjust the lessons you teach your children based on how far youngsters can drive the ball. As a child gets closer to high school, you might want to buy the child his or her own set of clubs. Look for inexpensive clubs (oftentimes, thrift stores or other secondhand retailers have clubs for sale) because growing children will eventually grow out of their first set of clubs. When your child finds a set of clubs that suits him or her, teach the proper way to swing and consider signing up your son or daughter for lessons. Those first few lessons can prove invaluable, turning a pastime into a passion kids will carry with them throughout their lives.

The importance of music education for youth Music can have a profound impact on the development of today’s youth. Beyond being a recreational activity, it creates opportunities for leadership, engagement, and creativity. Here are three ways music programs enhance education for children and teens. • Music builds leadership: Many music programs involve bands, choirs and orchestras, all of which involve working and communicating with others to achieve a common goal. This develops leadership and teamwork skills that can be applied to other areas of life. • Music drives engagement: When students learn in a fun and exciting environment, they are more likely to stay interested and engaged in their overall studies. Not only that, but music provides a means of self-expression, giving young people a venue to take risks, conquer fears and build self-esteem. • Music generates creativity: Music stimulates imagination that helps children think outside the box. This creative thinking builds the ability to problem solve and imagine various solutions to come up with the best option. An Instrument for Every Child (AIFEC), a MusiCounts TD Community Music Program beneficiary, builds on this momentum by instilling a love of music in the next generation by giving instruments to kids in inner city schools. “AIFEC helps the children develop important leadership and teamwork skills,” says Paul Lloyd, founding sponsor of the program. “It gives students from all backgrounds the opportunity to participate in an ensemble, which is an integral part of the program.” A music education can provide the values for students to thrive in all areas of life from academics, to relationships, to careers. Having the understanding that practice makes perfect and sustained effort will achieve positive results is sure to take any music student far. www.newscanada.com

ST.JOSEPH’S

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - CHEMAINUS

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Preschool, K-7, Before/After School Care -Traditional Values - Faith-Centered Learning

250-246-3191

- Music and Band Program - Affordable & Extraordinary 9735 Elm Street, Chemainus sjc@cisdv.bc.ca www.stjosephselem.ca

ON NOW AT YOUR BC CHEVROLET DEALERS. Chevrolet.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the lease of a 2016 Cruze Limited LS (1SA) and to the purchase or finance of a 2015 Trax and 2015 Silverado 2500HD/3500HD WT 2WD with gas engines. License, insurance, registration, administration fees, dealer fees, PPSA and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. * Offer valid to eligible retail lessees in Canada who have entered into a lease agreement with GM Financial and accept delivery between January 5 and February 1, 2016 of a new or demonstrator 2016 model year Chevrolet model excluding Chevrolet Colorado 2SA. General Motors of Canada will pay two biweekly lease payments as defined on the lease agreement (inclusive of taxes and any applicable pro-rata amount normally due at lease delivery as defined on the lease agreement). After the first two biweekly payments, lessee will be required to make all remaining scheduled payments over the remaining term of the lease agreement. PPSA/RDPRM is not due. Consumer may be required to pay Dealer Fees. Insurance, license, and applicable taxes not included. Additional conditions and limitations apply. GM reserves the right to modify or terminate this offer at any time without prior notice. See dealer for details. ¥ Lease based on a purchase price of $13,564, including $446 Owner Cash (tax exclusive) and $3,500 lease cash for a new eligible 2016 Cruze Limited LS (1SA). Bi-weekly payment is $66 for 24 months at 0% APR, on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. Annual kilometre limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometre. $0 down payment and a $0 security deposit is required. Payment may vary depending on down payment or trade. Total obligation is $3,432, plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $10,132. Price and total obligation exclude license, insurance, registration, taxes and optional equipment. Other lease options are available. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited-time offer, which may not be combined with other offers. See your dealer for conditions and details. General Motors of Canada Company reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. ^ Offer available to qualified retail customers in Canada for vehicles delivered between January 5 and February 1, 2016. 0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by TD Auto Finance Services, Scotiabank® or RBC Royal Bank for 84 months on all new or demonstrator 2015 Sonic, Trax and Silverado 1500 Double Cab 2WD WT / Crew Cab 2WD WT and Silverado HD’s WT 2WD with gas engine. Participating lenders are subject to change. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $40,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $476.19 for 84 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $40,000. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. Freight and air tax ($100, if applicable) included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA, applicable taxes and dealer fees not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. GM Canada may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ®Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. 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As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Company to verify eligibility. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited. See your GM Canada dealer for details. GM Canada reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice. ¥¥ Based on GM Testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. ~ Visit onstar.ca for coverage maps, details and system limitations. Services and connectivity may vary by model and conditions. OnStar with 4G LTE connectivity is available on select vehicle models and in select markets. Customers will be able to access OnStar services only if they accept the OnStar User Terms and Privacy Statement (including software terms). OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. After the trial period (if applicable), an active OnStar service plan is required. ‡‡ Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). ** The 2-Year Scheduled Lube-Oil-Filter Maintenance Program provides eligible customers in Canada, who have purchased or leased a new eligible 2015 MY Chevrolet (excluding Spark EV), with an ACDelco® oil and filter change, in accordance with the oil life monitoring system and the Owner’s Manual, for 2 years or 40,000 km, whichever occurs first, with a limit of four (4) Lube-Oil-Filter services in total, performed at participating GM dealers. Fluid top offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc. are not covered. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. General Motors of Canada Company reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ^^ Whichever comes first. See dealer for details.

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Call Island Chevrolet Buick GMC at 250-746-7131, or visit us at 6300 Trans Canada Highway, Duncan. [License #8347]

| Friday, January 15, 2016

DISCOVER CHEVROLET

& DRIVE AWAY WITHOUT PAYING

SECURITY DEPOSIT

ON 2016 LEASE PURCHASES*

2016 CRUZE LIMITED LS 1SA

DOWN

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Zoya Kozak â&#x20AC;Ś age 69 has earned her wings and is on her way to heaven. Peacefully passed away at home on December 21, 2015. Survived by her husband Allen Harmon, daughter Shannon and son-in-law Michael Horan. A very good friend and neighbour. Always willing to give a helping hand.

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Craig Sandvik It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Craig Sandvik on Thursday December 31, 2015. Pre-deceased by his mother, Jean Sandvik, he is survived by his estranged wife Darlene Sandvik, his son, Dallas Sandvik of Nanaimo, his father Stan Sandvik of Victoria, his sister Mary McLeod of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan and his sister Leanne Deslaurier of Crofton. Craig was a machinist by trade whose passion was custom building Street Rodsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in his spare time. He was also well known for growing gigantic pumpkins for which he won many awards. Craig enjoyed taking long walks with his dog, Cody; and he also enjoyed fishing, camping and spending time with his family. Craig requested that no funeral be held so there will simply be a small private gathering to celebrate his life. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Palliative Care unit of the Nanaimo Regional Hospital. First Memorial Funeral Services 250-754-8333

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If life is meant to challenge, and living is to challenge life, then Helen had a very full time on this earth. She came from a large, proud French family in the Kettle Valley. Born at the end of the Depression Helen left the Valley to attend secondary school in Vancouver followed by nursing training and working at St Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital. She returned to meet and marry Frank before leaving again for Victoria, Cobble Hill, Maple Bay and Esquimalt.Â Family, friends, nursing, art, community involvement were the major themes in her life. She was married to Frank for 40 years until his passing in 1996. In his latter years she attentively provided the care he required. Her children were loved and supported to follow their academic, community and sporting interests - all with some challenging questions and observations from Mum. HelenÂšs wide circle of friends experienced her generosity, big dinner parties, boating and other adventures - sometimes with a unique twist to liven events. As a devotee of the phone, all of her friends and family enjoyed regular calls from Helen. Well respected as a public health nurse in the Cowichan Valley, Helen loved her work in the Cowichan Valley. She challenged herself to reveal the inner artist with impressive results - and even more friends in the arts community. Later in life her community commitments were exemplified by the campaign for the crosswalk on Esquimalt Road and her support of work with children experiencing Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. Her dress hat collection of 200 at last count is legendary. We will greatly miss a woman with a sharp intellect, huge compassion as well as a talent for the unexpected and sometimes challenging. May she rest in the peace of mind that she so richly deserves.Â Our fulsome thanks to all who cared for and loved her, especially Dr. Derek Carroll for his incredible skill, compassion, and patience for these many years of care. At Helenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s request there will be no service. Should you wish, in HelenÂšs memory and in lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Canadian Mental Health Association.Â Messages to the family can be sent to wfeek@comminit.com.

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It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden loss of Willi, 62, who passed at home with his loving wife, Debbie, by his side. Born to the late Gus (2008) and Frieda (2012) Konn in Duncan, British Columbia, Willi joins his parents and mother-in-law, Rose White (2015), in heaven. He leaves behind his wife, Debbie; children, William (Vanessa) and Amanda; sister, Doris (Bob) Bieberdorf; father-in-law, John White; brother-in-law, Rick (Lori) White; nieces and nephews, Breanne (Tyler), Ashlee (Alex), Stanley, Rene, Tenneh, Valendy, Valencia, and Jaeden; his best furry friend, Cooper; and a loving extended family in both Canada and Germany. Willi graduated from Cowichan Secondary School in 1971 and began a rewarding life-long career at Crofton Pulp and Paper Mill in 1974. He purchased his first home in 1978 where he met his future wife, the girl next door. Willi and Debbie married in 1986 and spent their marriage together on unforgettable adventures with their children; William and Amanda and each other. Willi was a long time member of the Canadian Classic Chevelles and Beaumonts where he showed off his 1969 Beaumont Deluxe, which he restored with his son and friend. He and Debbie frequented many car and racing events throughout British Columbia. Among his favourites were drag racing at Western Speedway, Port Alberni Thunder in the Valley, Penticton Peach Cruise and Grand Forks Park in the Park. Locally, Willi enjoyed cheering on the Cowichan Valley Capitals as a dedicated seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ticket holder. Willi was a very spiritual man who attended Trinity Lutheran Church and Mill Bay Baptist Fellowship. With a strong foundation in faith, he left our world with a great comfort in knowing this is not his end. He will be missed for his immense love for his family, sense of humour, willingness to help anyone in need, incredible memory and storytelling, and his endless support for his childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ambitions. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. A service will be held at 11 oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;clock on Monday, January 18th, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 2704 James Street, Duncan, and interment at Mountain View Cemetery, followed by a celebration of life at Duncan Eagles Hall, 2965 Boys Road, Duncan. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You left us far too soon, but what we have once enjoyed we can never lose; all that we love deeply becomes a part of us.â&#x20AC;?

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CASTING CALL Auditions are now being held for the supporting role of part time Front of House Co-ordinator. The Chemainus Theatre Festival is a not for profit organization producing the best of live professional theatre since 1993. Our talent scouts are currently on the look out for a charismatic individual who is passionate about the arts, live theatre and building relationships with the public. If you have experience in tourism, hospitality, guest or audience services and possess a proven track record which includes: supervisory, public speaking and working with volunteers we would love to invite you in for a read. Any additional training in the area of events, entertainment or performing arts would be an asset. Must have your current First Aid /CPR, Serving It Right Certification and be physically fit. Please drop off your resume to : The Box Office (Attention: FOH Manager Johnny Lee) 9737 Chemainus Road, Bag 1000, Chemainus, BC, V0R 1K0. Closing date: Friday, February 22, 2016 at 3:00pm

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MARTIN, Helen E. Helen Elizabeth Martin (nĂŠe Lautard). Born July 8th, 1935 in Rhone, BC. Died December 28th, 2015 in Sidney, BC. Loving wife of Frank and mother to Stephen (Drew Thomson) and Victoria Linda (Warren Feek). Grandmother to Benjamin, Jocelyn, Kaitlin, Braden and Logan. She is also survived by 3 of her 10 siblings, Paul, Eddy and Jeanette, and many nieces and nephews.

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Overwaitea Food Group, a Canadian-owned company and one of Western Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading food and consumer goods retailers, operates more than 115 pharmacies in BC and Alberta under the banners of Save on Foods, PriceSmart Foods, Coopers Foods, Urban Fare and Overwaitea Pharmacy. We are currently seeking a part-time Pharmacy Assistant for our Save on Foods Pharmacy located in Duncan. You must have completed an accredited Pharmacy Assistant Program or have 2 years' dispensary experience. Qualified candidates should possess excellent communication and customer service skills. Kroll computer experience is an asset. We provide a very professional pharmacy practice environment and are committed to: O challenging and growing our staff O caring for people O supporting healthy living for our shoppers and patients O innovation O investing in our future. Join the Overwaitea Food Group and make your career prescription complete! Please contact us for more info or submit your rĂŠsumĂŠ, in confidence, to: Manjit Dale, Pharmacy Manager, Save on Foods Pharmacy #933 Duncan at 181 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan, BC V9L 3P8 Fax: 250.746.3696. Email: pharmacyemployment@owfg.com.

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Martin leads VISL to all-star game victory Junior A draft picks Colton Lidstone, Thomas Vaesen and Brayden Zunti. Not pictured is Parker Teufel. [CITIZEN FILE PHOTOS] Islander all-star Lynden Eddy celebrates a goal with his teammates. [KEVIN ROTHBAUER/CITIZEN]

Isles sending five to VIJHL all-star game KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

Five players — including two goalies — will represent the Kerry Park Islanders in the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League all-star game at Bear Mountain Arena this Sunday. Forwards Ryan Paisley and Zack Smith and defenceman Lynden Eddy will be joined by netminders Chase Anderson and Ty Rennie. The skaters are all 20-year-olds in their final year of junior eligibility. Paisley is having a career season, leading the Isles in goals with 16 through 37 games and sharing the points lead (29) with Keenan Eddy. Smith tied for the team lead in goals last year and is second to Paisley this year with 14 so far. Lynden Eddy leads all Kerry Park defenceman with 25 points, tied with Smith’s total, in addition to providing consistency and leadership on the blueline. “Lynden has been steady Eddy back there all year,” Islanders owner Mark Osmond said. Both Kerry Park goalies will appear in the game as well, as the all-stars at that position were determined based on the save-percentage rankings as of Dec. 1, and both Anderson and Rennie were among the South Division’s best three goalies in that stat at the time. As of Jan. 14, Anderson had a .904 save percentage, and Rennie’s was at .886. “They’ve faced a lot of shots,” Islanders owner Mark Osmond said. “I’m glad it was decided on save percentage and not goals-against average.” The Isles will try to retain second place in the South Division as they visit the Campbell River Storm this Friday and host the Oceanside Generals at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday.

Ladies bonspiel hits big 5-0 this weekend The Duncan Curling Club is hosting its 50th annual ladies bonspiel this weekend, with matches running from Thursday evening to Sunday afternoon. Following two draws on Thursday, the teams will be back on the ice Friday for draws at 6 p.m., 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. Draws run all day Saturday at 8 a.m., 10:15 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:45 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Finally, the bonspiel will wrap up Sunday with draws at 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Quartet of Cowichan Thunder players drafted by junior A teams KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

Four graduating midget players from the Cowichan Valley Thunder box lacrosse program were selected in the B.C. Junior A Lacrosse League draft, held in Langley last Saturday. Colton Lidstone was the first Cowichan player picked, going eighth overall in the first round to the Nanaimo Timbermen. Thomas Vaesen went in the second round, 15th overall to the Victoria Shamrocks. Brayden Zunti went in the fifth round 40th overall to the Port Coquitlam Saints, and Parker Teufel was claimed by Nanaimo with the 44th pick in the sixth round.

In addition to playing for the Cowichan Thunder, Lidstone was also part of the B.C. provincial team that competed in the national box lacrosse championships in Ontario last summer. Zunti was named Vancouver Island’s top midget player for the 2016 box lacrosse season. Lidstone, Vaesen and Teufel all attend the field lacrosse academy at Claremont Secondary School. The Cowichan Valley Lacrosse Association regularly has multiple players drafted into the BCJALL, including a record seven players in 2014. Four players were picked last year, with Mathieu Jung, James Taylor and Marc Gagnon going to Nanaimo and Brian Robb to Victoria.

CVLA makes registration push KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

For kids who want to try a new sport, or those who have played lacrosse in the past and are considering coming back, now is the time to sign up for box lacrosse this summer. Online registration opened on Jan. 1, and there are three upcoming in-person registration sessions: at Fuller Lake Arena on Jan. 18 from 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the Island Savings Centre on Jan. 20 from 5:30-7:30 p.m., and at Kerry Park Arena on Jan. 23 from 3-5 p.m. Fees are reduced for players who sign up before March 1. Minor lacrosse begins at minityke for players born in 2010 and 2011, and goes up to midget for players born in 2000 and 2001. According to Cowichan Valley

Lacrosse Association president Chris Claxton, lacrosse offers many benefits to athletes from other sports, particularly winter sports like hockey and soccer, with which there is only limited overlap. “It’s a great cross-training sport, and the seasons work out,” Claxton said. “A lot of skills you learn from lacrosse transfer over to hockey.” Several CVLA graduates have gone on to play at higher levels, including Tyson Roe, who was picked in the 2014 National Lacrosse League draft and played for England at the 2015 World Indoor Lacrosse championships For more information, visit the CVLA website at cvtl.goalline.ca or call Chris Claxton at 250-360-7613.

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Cowichan LMG head coach Glen Martin guided the Vancouver Island Soccer League Div. 1 all-stars to a decisive 3-0 victory over the Fraser Valley at Layritz Park in Victoria last weekend. Martin wisely loaded his all-star team with Cowichan players, and while none of them factored into the scoring, several played key roles in the victory. VISL scoring leader Paddy Nelson was joined on the roster by Kevan Brown, Josh Cuthbert, Cooper Barry, Jordan De Graf, Tyler Hughes, Brad Archibald, Steve Scott and Sam Hutchison. “The game plan worked well,” Martin said. “I took a small squad, knowing they were bringing 22, and they’d have to play them all, coming over from the Fraser Valley. It paid off.” The games was scoreless at halftime, and Martin made three changes, bringing in Scott, Westcastle’s John Shaw and Jordie Hughes of Bays United — brother of Tyler Hughes — and taking out starters Barry and De Graf, and Gorge’s Cam Stokes. The switches worked out. Jordie Hughes scored twice — once when he deflected a shot by Scott and again when he headed in a corner kick from his brother — and Stokes scored the third goal after he got back in the game along with Barry and De Graf. “It was good to win,” Martin said. “We played well. We had more chances. Three-nothing is probably a fair score.” LMG’s next league game will be on the road against Nanaimo this Saturday, kicking off a stretch where every game — league, Jackson Cup and BC Cup — is basically do-or-die. The Jackson Cup draw was also made last week. LMG will open on the weekend of Feb. 19-21 at home against Powell River’s Div. 2 team. Div. 2 Cowichan United will also start the tournament that weekend against Div. 1 Lakehill.

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Caps fall short of potential in 7-1 loss KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

The DCS senior boys basketball team, now ranked fourth in B.C. [SUBMITTED]

DCS boys climb B.C. rankings KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

After a strong showing at the B.C. Christian Schools senior boys basketball championship in Surrey last weekend, the Duncan Christian School Chargers have climbed to fourth place in the provincial single-A rankings. The Chargers finished fourth at the Christian tournament, falling to host Pacific Academy in a close 83-73 bronze-medal game. Jesse Van Wingerden was named to the tournament allstar team. “I am extremely proud of the way the boys played,” coach Jim Brandsma said. “There is a lot to take away from the tournament. Many good things to build on and also a number of things to work on as we move on into the season.” Michael Brandsma had 22 points and nine rebounds as DCS downed Carver Christian

in the opener, and Van Wingerden led the way with 23 points, seven assists and seven steals in a 70-48 win over White Rock Christian. Van Wingerden again set the pace with 19 points as the Chargers lost the semifinal 87-53 to Langley Christian, and Adam Kapteyn had a team-high 28 points and 11 rebounds in the bronze-medal loss. The DCS senior girls, meanwhile, lost their first two games at a cross-zone tournament in North Vancouver before going out with a 58-39 win over Lakes District Secondary. Juliet King had 17 points and 22 rebounds in the first game, a 60-38 loss to Cambie, and Danielle Groenendijk had 19 points and 17 rebounds in a 58-37 loss to Barriere. King put up 26 points and 14 rebounds in the win over Lakes District, while tournament all-star Groenendijk had 14 points and 21 boards.

The Cowichan Valley Capitals were crushed 7-1 by the Victoria Grizzlies on Tuesday night. “We weren’t there,” head coach Bob Beatty said. “We were mishandling pucks. We weren’t winning races. We weren’t organizing in the defensive zone very well.” The Caps made it through a scoreless first period and trailed just 2-0 after the second, but completely fell apart in the third period. “We totally let our goaltender hang,” Beatty said. “I’m not very pleased about it, at all. It was a real slap in the face.” Goalie Storm Phaneuf made 36 saves in the defeat, while Kade Kehoe scored the Capitals’ lone goal, unassisted, on the powerplay. By and large, Beatty was disappointed with the entire team. “I can’t say there were too many players that played to their potential,” he said. The loss was made even more frustrating by the fact that the Caps were coming off two strong performances last weekend. “I was really happy with the way we played on the weekend, but we just can’t seem to keep our feet on the gas,” Beatty said. “I’m not sure if they think that if they play good for a couple of games it’s going to main-

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A scoring attempt by Cowichan centre Jared Domin is stopped just short of the line by Victoria defenceman Drayson Pears during the Capitals crushing 7-1 loss at the Island Savings Centre. [KEVIN ROTHBAUER/CITIZEN] tain itself automatically, but it appears so. I don’t think they realize they have to sacrifice every night to have success. And that’s on game days and nongame days.” Beatty acknowledged his team will have to do some soul-searching before this weekend’s homeand-home series with the Alberni

Valley Bulldogs. The teams will hit the ice in Duncan on Friday at 7 p.m. and Port Alberni on Saturday. “It’s always a tough game against Alberni,” Beatty said. “It’s always a battle. They seem to bring their best against us. We’ve had some pretty good games against them.”

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