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The Valley Medical Clinic in Duncan has been temporarily closed due to the reported discovery of vermiculite insulation containing asbestos fibres in the clinic, other workspaces of the building and the air circulation system. A verbal stop-work order was issued Monday morning by WorkSafeBC for the clinic at 335 Jubilee St. and the other building tenants, two dental practices and a pharmacy. A written notice was issued Wednesday and the building will remain closed as it is assessed and decontaminated. A makeshift clinic has been set up on nearby Evans Street. “It remains closed pending a risk assessment and decontamination work,” said WorkSafeBC director of media relations Scott McCloy, noting those steps are up to the owner. Doyle Childs, who owns the holding company that owns the building, said in a best-case-scenario he will also potentially reopen several areas of the building by today (Friday), specifically the pharmacy and dental clinics.

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ravis Rankin is having a wrought-en good time. The Duncan metal artist runs Wroughtenart, a business that specializes in creatively crafting steel into everything from gates to home decor — all part of Rankin’s mission to bring out the beauty of metal. “I’ve been doing it off and on for years,” said Rankin, who is from the Cowichan Valley originally and moved back here from the mainland three years ago. “This is my home, this is where I grew up, so people know me here,” Rankin explained. In Vancouver, Rankin was more focused on other metal work including custom-building a $600,000 hot rod. “Over there I was building more hot rods and trucks and a little bit of wrought-iron stuff, just doing every kind of fabrication there was,” Rankin said. “Now I’m just focusing on the artistic side.” Rankin specializes in craft-

Travis Rankin stands beside a gate he made in Youbou that depicts an elk on a mountain. Rankin’s business Wroughtenart makes unique metal creations, often of outdoor scenes and creatures. [PAUL BRIAN/CITIZEN] ing upscale gates, railings and home decor pieces, and particularly enjoys making scenes

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Iron Works on Allenby Road and works from one-eighthinch steel all the way up to three-quarter-inch. He recently began using a computerized system in his shop, which has made intricate design work easier, but before that cut by hand with a blow torch. Rankin said while there are many fabrication shops in the area, what sets him apart is his focus solely on art. His most requested work are gates, interior railings and art pieces to hang on the wall. He also makes unique pieces such as the coat hanger he created shaped in the symbol of the Indic letters for Om, the sacred universal sound in Hinduism, and a steel design of the genesis pattern, an ancient symbol of life depicted with concentric circles. Pieces are sanded with a grinder once they are cut out, then finished with powdercoating or spraypaint. From gates to metal scenes for inside the home, it’s all work Rankin loves doing, starting

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Quarry work won’t be disruptive: Pastula ROBERT BARRON DAILY NEWS

Catherine Pastula can’t understand what all the fuss is about. Pastula is an owner of Duncan’s Pastula Farms, one of the largest vegetable farms on Vancouver Island. It has recently been granted a permit to operate an open-pit rock quarry from the Ministry of Mines and Energy. The issue of the quarry operating in a mainly rural area has been controversial in the region, and neighbours have expressed concerns around noise, safety, impacts on recreation and the ability of Richards Trail, the main road in the area, to accommodate heavy dump trucks. But Pastula said her operation is not a large quarry, and its impacts on the area are minimal. She said the purpose of the pro-

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ject is to build a cistern that will collect water for use on the more than 50-year-old farm, which covers approximately 140 acres. Pastula said both the ministries of environment and mines and energy suggested that a water holding pen be built on the property. The sale of the rock from the project is being used to help cover the costs of building the holding tank. Jim Dunkley, a regional director for the Ministry of Energy and Mines, held a meeting in North Cowichan last week to outline the operating terms of the quarry prior to its operating permit being issued. “Almost all the water on the farm dries up in the summer, so we want to save some of the water built up during the wet

months to help us get through the summer,” Pastula said. “I’m pleased that the ministry has granted us the operating permit. It’s just a small rock quarry after all.” Pastula said she hopes her neighbours with concerns around the project are more comfortable with it after the meeting with Dunkley. She said Dunkley’s suggestion that there will be no more than 10 dump truck runs from the site each operating day may be excessive, and she expects the number will actually be much smaller. Pastula said the fact the permit limits the quarry’s operations to Monday to Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., is also the absolute limit of its operating times. “We have lots of other work to do on the farm, including farm-

ing, so we won’t have much time to work on the quarry during the summer months,” she said. Pastula said concerns around blasting at the site are also overblown. She said she expects there will be relatively few blast times, and noted that there have been no more than three blasts a year at the site so far. Pastula said she hopes the report that the Municipality of North Cowichan is currently preparing on truck traffic to the quarry site, which is expected to be tabled in March, points out that most truck traffic in the area is from the municipality itself. “Richards Trail once formed part of the main highway from Duncan to Chemainus, so it was never a place for people to walk with their kids,” she said.

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The Municipality of North Cowichan hopes to cover most of its financial contribution towards a major sewer project through government grants. The municipality is applying for $12 million from two federal sources for the approximately $24.5-million project to move the Joint Utilities Board treated effluent outfall from the Cowichan River to Satellite Channel. The funding requests are split evenly between the UCBM/Federal Gas Tax Priorities Fund and the Build Canada Fund. Mayor Jon Lefebure said the municipality is responsible for paying 53.7 per cent of the entire cost of the project, while the Cowichan Valley Regional District, City of Duncan and Cowichan Tribes are required to provide the rest.

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Letting people grow a little pot right decision

federal court judge ruled this week that medical marijuana users can grow a few plants for their own use. It was the right decision. Most of the people who were fighting for this grow it as a medication for themselves. Most of our medications cannot be grown or made at home. They require ingredients and expertise that the average person does not possess. So we have to buy them. The cost of medications can also mount up really, really quickly. Just ask anyone with a health condition who’s taking

conventional drugs. So for those who rely on medical marijuana, to be able to plant a few seeds and eliminate the lion’s share of the cost of their drug, this is huge. It can cost hundreds of dollars every month to buy it processed, and for some, that’s just not a viable long-term option. Now that we as a country are moving towards legalization, we cannot see any good reason for people not to be able to grow a few plants for their own use, as they can already make their own beer or wine at home for personal consumption — and

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the fun of it. It will be key, of course, to make sure that people are only growing a small amount for themselves. A few plants pose no more danger than growing any other herb or vegetable. But when people start turning their properties into big grow ops, that’s when the real problems start with ventilation and mould and such. Just like with anything else, a commercial operation must live by different rules, because it’s a different beast. Just as a winery or brewery selling a commercial

product is not the same as creating a few bottles to share with friends over dinner. And as with beer and wine, we doubt that allowing people to grow a few plants is going to put commercial marijuana operations out of business. There will always be plenty of people who don’t want to go to the trouble of growing their own and are perfectly happy to have somebody else deal with that part, along with the processing. People have the ability to grow a lot of their own food, after all, yet supermarkets and produce stands are still doing a booming

A proposed solution to the EDF quandry

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business anyway. And we certainly agree that legalization is the right move for a number of reasons. It can finally help us put a big dent in the illegal drug trade, which is often paired with organized crime. Marijuana is already big business, just not the kind that benefits the mainstream economy. The City of Duncan is intelligently already making their case to get in on the potentially significant profits that taxing a legal industry can bring. We really don’t see a downside here.

What were the myths and misconceptions? Dear Mr. Kuzemko, Steelhead, LNG: In response to your letter published in the Citizen [Wednesday, Feb. 24] we would like to point out that the purpose of the presentation held in Mill Bay on Feb. 16, is I think best summed up by a call we received from a lady who had attended Steelhead’s presentation held by the Duncan Chamber of Commerce. She said, ‘Thank you for holding a meeting that will inform people about the risks of LNG, and not just spin the hypothetical or perceived benefits that we’ve heard from Steelhead.’ As several of us had also attended your luncheons and

had many questions, most of which we were told would be considered and someone would get back to us but never did, we decided to host a presentation by Dr. Finn. Dr. Finn holds a BSc (chemistry), PhD (physical chemistry) and MBA (international business) degrees. He has spent the past two years researching the safety, climate, environmental and economic aspects of B.C.’s proposed LNG industry. So our question, in light of Dr. Finn’s qualifications, is just what myths and misconceptions that you mention in your letter do you feel were part of his presentation? You state that community engagement and consultation

is as important to you as it is to the community so I think it is important to point out that the Feb. 16 LNG presentation was only one of many LNG meetings held in various locations So my next question is, if community engagement is important to you why did you or your staff not attend one of these meetings and question what was said if you feel it was based on myths and misconceptions? Or better yet, hold a meeting of your own, where experts on both sides of the issue could speak and the public could ask questions and form their own opinion. Maureen Alexander Pauline Hyde Mill Bay

Here is a process of questions for the CVRD to ask and answers to develop. 1. What has been the cost of the function? Easy to determine from CVRD budget records. Recently $800,000 per year. 2. What has it produced? This is more difficult. How to determine what new jobs/property tax revenue has resulted in the CVRD? Ask the new business why they are here. What have they contributed to the tax base/ employment? Most new employment has been in government services, health care, residential construction and the new malls. The Economic Development function had nothing to do with those increases. 3. Compare the benefits — new jobs/new tax revenue — with the cost of the function: $800,000. 4. If the decision is to continue the function, then set performance markers for the function — X number of jobs, X amount of increased property taxes. (Number of meetings attended or plans prepared are not performance markers.) 5. Then put out a request for proposals to the private sector — include the performance markers, other necessary criteria and seek a fixed price. 6. Select your service provider, enter a fixed term contract. 7. At end of term if they meet the performance markers renew, if not terminate. 8. Or, terminate the function now and reduce taxes by $800,000. Glen Ridgway Duncan Want to read more from the Cowichan Valley Citizen? Check us out online at www.cowichanvalleycitizen.com

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Sports, Kevin Rothbauer

Local News, Robert Barron

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This week’s question: Do you feel safe as a pedestrian in downtown Duncan? A) Yes B) No Tell us what you think! To be part of our poll visit: www.cowichanvalleycitizen.com Look for the results of this week’s poll question in next Friday’s edition of the Cowichan Valley Citizen.

Pot tax revenue could be even more than guesstimates Re: City wants slice of future pot tax windfall I was amused by the comment of Coun. Jackson that “If Colorado is any indication, taxes from these operations in Canada could be in the tens of millions of dollars.” Actually, a new report from CIBC World Markets says “Canada’s federal and provincial governments could reap as much as $5 billion annually in tax revenues from the sale of legal marijuana.” That seems a reasonable estimate based on the fact that the government collects in excess of $10 billion per year from revenue on liquor sales and $8 billion from cigarettes. Gale Ludvigsen Duncan

Battle on to get scraps of pot revenue; don’t hold breath Last week’s question: On February 19 we asked you: Is post-secondary education too expensive for students? A) Yes 82.1% B) No 17.9%

You have brought a smile to my face with that front page article authored by Robert Barron. Now the battle is on for what “orts” that the governments are likely to have left over, after they have found a way to squeeze as much as they can from good old pot. After years of squandering million upon millions of taxpayers’ money — narc squads with all the paraphernalia, police forces doing mass burnings of the weed

when found, etc. — we now see a government concocting ways to reap money off the growers and retailers. What a bunch of hypocrites, protecting the public from itself in case we do harm to ourselves? More likely did we leave any loopholes? As for the cities getting even a nickel, do not hold you breath. What have you lot done to expect such largesse? Will any clothing manufactured from the stems be taxed? Editor, you have not seen anything like this. Think of that movie entitled Greed; this subject is like a re-run on the television. George Manners Cowichan Bay

LNG project out of the question for Saanich Inlet After reading the letter from Nigel Kuzemko, Steelhead LNG, I decided that a reply was essential. I’m so glad that he is interested in discussions based on facts and science. Yes, the Bamberton area has had contentious proposals before: ferrochromium plant, residential and commercial subdivisions, etc. Looking back at the proposals, they all had some merits but the residents rejected them and a major study of Saanich Inlet was done, which concluded that the Inlet was very fragile and great care and caution should be

taken before anything major takes place on its shores, never mind on the Inlet itself. This whole area could be a tourist Mecca which would draw many people, thus providing us with jobs and investments. Can you imagine huge tankers coming and going crossing the Mill Bay ferry route? No, The Malahat LNG project is out of the question for this location. Lena Lee Mill Bay

Will Shawnigan turn into Flint, Mich. with water woes? So, can we expect the same thing here in Shawnigan Lake as has happened in Flint, Mich.? After the Christy Clark government allows Shawnigan Lake water to be contaminated by a private company, will it be “sorry” all around and Christy delivering bottled water? Is that what all these families who depend on Shawnigan Lake as their only water source have to look forward to? It is disgusting what Christy Clark has allowed to happen and what’s even worse is she is to proud to admit her terrible mistake. A better premier would find it in themselves to undo this wrong. D’Arcy Rattray Mill Bay

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Farm (in Duncan) so there should be lots of local fruits and vegetables in the market, particularly in the summer growing months from May to December,” Bournazel said. Bournazel said the last month was spent thoroughly cleaning the market and doing renovations where they were needed in preparation for its reopening. She said she is pleased with how many calls they have received asking when the market will reopen and if any help was needed to prepare for opening day. “Russell has been here feeding the valley for a long time from his farm and is well known and well liked,” Bournazel said. “He’s feeling pretty good about taking over the market again and wants to see it the way it was before.”

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The Cowichan Valley Regional District has installed a bike maintenance station at the Island Savings Centre. The station offers cyclists basic tools for easy fixes. This includes a pump, wrenches, hex keys and other bike tools that can be used for simple adjustments. The station is available for public use and is located on the west side of the building next to the electric vehicle charge stations. “Ultimately, the station supports healthy living and environmental stewardship as we work towards active transportation in our communities,” said CVRD chairperson Jon Lefebure. This station is a pilot project. If it is successful, additional stations will be installed at priority cycling locations within the CVRD.

The City of Duncan will budget up to $15,000 to purchase a new sewer-inspection camera. The City currently owns an inspection camera that was purchased in 2008. That camera has reached the end of its useful life, requiring numerous repairs over the last few years and is no longer functioning. An inspection camera is essential in determining where a blockage in a pipe might be and in determining the condition of the pipes themselves, which is especially important as city infrastructure ages, according to a City of Duncan staff report. Performing a camera inspection of a blocked pipe ensures that staff know exactly where to dig, reducing excavation costs and time necessary to fix problems.

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ASBESTOS, From Page 1 “All I can say is that nobody will get into the building until it’s safe,” said Childs, who purchased the building in October. McCloy said the presence of asbestos in B.C. buildings built prior to 1990 is common but must be properly contained. Island Health urges the hundreds of patients who visit Valley Medical to go to nearby walk-in clinics and avoid the emergency department at Cowichan District Hospital, except for urgent medical needs. “By doing so, you are helping our dedicated emergency staff provide high-quality emergency care as quickly as possible to all emergency patients,” said Dr. David Robertson, executive medical director of Island Health. WorkSafeBC attended a standard cleanout of the air plenum system (part of the air circulation and heating system) on Monday along with Northwest Environmental Consulting Inc. and subsequently issued a stop-work order after asbestos was found in the air vent system and workspaces in the building, according to McCloy. Vermiculite contamination began in damaged areas of the cinder block-constructed interior walls and subsequently entered the venting system and workspaces. “Some workspaces are more contaminated than others, particularly in the Valley

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Music lovers will once again be able to enjoy Rock of the Woods this summer. [CITIZEN FILE] festivals. Bain wants to make it clear, however, that he doesn’t want to be in the same category with those festivals. “I feel that the big festivals are going to do their own thing, and that’s not an arena I want to compete in,” he said. Bain wants to cap attendance at certain levels, well below those that the CVRD permit will allow, in order to keep Rock of the Woods as a “boutique” or “experiential” festival. The venue adjacent to the Cowichan River off Irvine Drive remains the focal point of the event, Bain emphasized. “I would argue that it’s the best venue on Vancouver Island,” he said.

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“If the average man in France had been asked why he was there, the reason why there was war. his answer would have been vague and indistinct. Yet, deep in his mind, he felt it his duty to defend the liberty and security of his country. Deep down, too, he felt that he was safeguarding his own kith and kin.” KENNETH DUNCAN, MLA

intended the Duncan memorial and the lighthouse on Mount Prevost to honour all of Cowichan’s war dead, they were vocally disappointed when Cobble Hill residents chose to build their own memorial. Nevertheless, on a grey, cold day in February 1920, there was a formal unveiling before an audience 300-strong which

included Premier John Oliver, standing in for an ailing Lieutenant-Governor Col. the Hon. E.G. Pior. Also on hand were MP J.C. McIntosh, MLAs R.H. Pooley and Kenneth F. Duncan, Duncan Mayor Thomas Pitt and various local dignitaries. Thirty cadets from Shawnigan Lake Preparatory School served as honour guard and paraded

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‘War had leavened them as never before’: Cheeke COBBLE HILL’S, From Page 16 Future generations, Duncan said, had a responsibility of that great record, to remember those who’d made the supreme sacrifice. The memorial about to be unveiled would help to achieve that noble end. He assured the returned servicemen and the families of the fallen that their services and their sacrifices hadn’t been in vain: “Long after this monument has crumbled into dust and for ages to come, the memory of their deeds and of the sacrifices you have made will go down in the history of the world to the remotest generations.” After Premier Oliver removed the Union Jack that veiled the stone, Cobble Hill resident George Cheeke recited the 25 names (including that of nurse Dorothy P. Twist) inscribed. He said he looked out on faces changed and altered by war’s efforts, “but war had leavened them as never before,” they were a more united brotherhood and community. “This stone is a mean enough tribute, but it is the best we can do to perpetuate the memory of those gallant souls who have done so much for us.” He believed that everyone who “passed this stone should do so with raised hat and bowed head”. After the dedication by Rev. Holman a oneminute silence was followed by prayers for the bereaved, for progress and for Canada. Finally, the benediction and the Last Post played by an army trumpeter from Victoria’s Work Point Barracks and A. Jenkins of Shawnigan Lake. The square granite obelisk standing on three

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2016 Bridal Feature How newlyweds can successfully blend finances Planning a wedding is a collaborative effort for couples. But the decisions do not end when the wedding reception wraps up for the night. Although couples spend months choosing everything from wedding bands to registry china patterns, even more decisions are on the horizon. These include decisions on housing, when to start a family and how to merge bank accounts, bills and investments that comprise their financial portfolios.

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2016 Bridal Feature Easy ways to trim wedding costs Wedding good luck charms couples even more money. If a nighttime reception is a must-have, choose a limited cash bar instead of an open bar. Limited cash bars often provide guests with free beer and house wine while guests who prefer liquor or mixed drinks must pay for their own libations. If you are planning an outdoor wedding reception, you may even be able to provide your own alcohol, which can save considerable amounts of money. Couples also can trim reception costs by choosing the least expensive meal package. Packages often differ greatly in price but are not always so different with regard to their menus. If you find the packages offered by your venue are similar, choose the least expensive option.

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Couples planning their weddings realize pretty quickly just how expensive weddings can be. Depending on where couples tie the knot, the costs can stretch into the tens of thousands of dollars, leaving many young men and women to scramble to find ways to trim costs without trimming quality. Many couples look for ways to cut wedding costs, and couples facing that very dilemma should know that there are several ways to save money but still host the wedding of their dreams.

Guest list Guest lists can consume a significant portion of couples’ wedding budgets. When compiling the guest list, couples should keep in mind that guests will need save-the-date cards, invitations, catered meals (including cocktail hour, dinner and dessert), drinks, and gifts (including hotel gift bags and wedding favors). So the cost per guest will be more than just the per person cost of the meal couples negotiate with their caterer. Couples who can pare their guests lists down to just family and close friends can save a substantial amount of money without affecting their ceremonies.

Floral arrangements are a big and potentially expensive part of many couples’ weddings. The bride needs her bouquet, as do her bridesmaids. In addition, many couples decorate their ceremony space with flowers, and of course reception table centerpieces typically include flowers as well. When working with your florist, request in-season flowers, which will cost considerably less than exotic flowers that are out of season. In addition, let your florist know your budget and ask that he or she recommend flowers that won’t break the bank.

Gifts While it’s become customary to prepare gift bags for guests staying in hotels, couples should not go overboard with such gifts. Gift bags need not include more than a snack, a bottle of water and a homemade thank-you card. Couples also should not break the bank with regard to reception gifts, which have also become a standard offering. Keep such gifts simple and inexpensive, even opting for homemade gifts if you and your future spouse are skilled with crafts. Wedding costs can be eye-opening for couples preparing to walk down the aisle. Fortunately, there are many ways to cut costs without cutting quality.

Couples’ wedding days are special moments, ones they hope pave the way to a life filled with happiness and good fortune. That’s why the bride and groom surround themselves with close friends and family who want to celebrate and support their new life joined together. Perhaps due to superstition or tradition, many couples employ some wedding day strategies to increase their good luck. The following are some of the symbols that couples may want to keep an eye out for on the day they walk down the aisle. • It’s good luck for the bride to see a dove on the way to the wedding because doves symbolize peace and prosperity. Because doves mate for life, this symbol is doubly beneficial on a couple’s wedding day, as it can be a harbinger of a long, happy marriage and home. • Some brides believe sugar cubes tucked into their wedding gloves leads to a sweet union. • Hindu tradition states that rain on a wedding day is good luck. Rain is believed to be a symbol of fortune and abundance, especially after times of drought. What’s more, rain can foretell a strong marriage. That’s because a wet knot is more difficult to untie. • Ancient Romans were so concerned with ensuring good luck that they actually studied pig entrails to determine the luckiest time to marry. If they consulted with the English, they might determine that a wedding shouldn’t take place on a Saturday, which is unlucky. English tradition states Wednesday is the best day to get married. • In Holland, well-wishers would plant pine trees outside of newlyweds’ homes as a symbol of fertility and luck.

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People invited to join in action for One Billion Rising movement On March 4, the Cowichan Valley will join together in social action for the annual One Billion Rising and International Women’s Day events. Starting at noon, people are invited to gather in Duncan City Square for an afternoon of dance and special speakers in solidarity with hundreds of other communities around the world that are participating in the One Billion Rising movement. OBR is a call to action based on staggering statistics that one in three women will be beaten or raped in her lifetime. With the world population at seven billion, this adds up to more than one billion women and girls. Across the world, communities use dance to “express rage against injustices, and the power of global solidarity and collective action. “They dance to express joy and community and celebrate the fact that together, violence can be defeated,” says the OBR website. This year’s OBR theme is the continued call for revolution. “Systems have not changed yet, therefore the call for revolution remains urgent and necessary, to deepen what it can mean, and escalate actions around it. Major changes are still needed, particularly in ways of thinking and consciousness about violence against women issues,” the OBR website says.

ical and social achievements. The them for this year is Pledge for Parity. For more information or to volunteer contact 748-2133 or 748-8722. This event is hosted in partnership by Cowichan Intercultural Society, Cowichan Women Against Violence, Matraea Centre, and Cowichan Spirit of Women.

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Cowichan Valley residents are asked to join together on March 4 for the annual One Billion Rising and International Women’s Day events. [CITIZEN FILE] In the evening, the community is invited to celebrate International Women’s Day at the Eagles Hall in Duncan. The event will feature family friendly entertainment, a potluck dinner (bring a dish to share and your own plate, cup and utensils), and music by The Hardware Girls. Doors open at 5 p.m., with dinner and entertainment running from

5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Then on March 8, International Women’s Day is a global day of recognition and celebration of women’s economic, polit-

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Cowichan Valley is presenting Bowl for Kids Sake 2016 on Sunday, March 6. The event supports mentoring programs and features a Hawaiian theme, door prizes. Make up a team from your family, friends or work colleagues. The first session takes place from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. with a second session from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Registration packages are now available by emailing eringenerous@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca so contact her and make sure your team is part of this worthwhile event. » We want to hear from you. Send your comments and questions to: editor@cowichanvalleycitizen.com.

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• Burnam Water (Electoral Area B – Shawnigan Lake) South Commission and CVRD •The Carlton WaterCowichan (Electoral AreaParks B – Shawnigan Lake) • Cowichan Bay Sewer (Electoral Area D – Cowichan Bay) & Trails are hosting Public •Parks Lambourn EstatesDivision Sewer (Electoral Area D – the Cowichan Bay)Open •House Lambourn Estates Water (Electoral Area D – Cowichan Bay) #2 to invite public input on the Bright Angel Park • Mill Springs Sewer (Electoral Area A – Mill Bay/Malahat) Rejuvenation Project. Islands) The CVRD has received •Recreation Saltair Water (Electoral Area G – Saltair/Gulf • Satellite Park Water (Electoral Area C – Cobble Hill) grant funding from the Province of BC to rejuvenate • Shawnigan Lake North Water (Electoral Area B – Shawnigan Lake) •specific Thetis Island Boat Launch BRIGHT (Electoral Area G – Saltair/Gulf Islands) ANGEL PARK RECREATION REJUVENATION park facilities at Bright Angel Park which must • Thetis Island Solid Waste &PROJECT Recycling (Electoral Area G – Saltair/Gulf Islands) & PARK MANAGEMENT PLAN completed by(Electoral March Area 31, G2015. •be Thetis Island Wharf – Saltair/Gulf Islands) The Cowichan Parks Commission and CVRD • Youbou Water (Electoral Area I –South Youbou/Meade Creek) Parks & Trails Division hosting the Public Open • Any specific properties being assessed parcelare taxes in 2016 for the first time

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The Cowichan Valley Arthritis Society will disband after its June meeting, ending almost 30 years of helping residents deal with various aspects of the disease. “Our last meeting is June 6, and after that date we will shut down,” said Jan Norwood, CVAS community liaison. “We don’t have an office. We operate out of our homes and our monthly meetings are held at St. John’s Anglican Church hall, which is located at First and Jubilee in Duncan.” They don’t have an office to maintain, but feel it’s time to close up shop nonetheless. “There are a number of reasons. One of them is changing times and changing technologies. I think a lot of people today get their information from other places, they go on the Internet at home or at the library. A lot of our members are older and are not computer literate but as time goes on that will not be the case. More and more people will get their information online.” There is no doubt that time is catching up with the CVAS. “We’re an aging group,” Norwood said. “We did a study of our membership quite a few years ago and the median age then was 73.

“I’m the new kid on the block and I’ve been on the executive for 10 years. There are some people who have been on the executive for 20 years. Our treasurer has been there forever and it’s a big job. It’s just not fair to have the same people doing the work over and over and over.” JAN NORWOOD, CVAS community liaison

Our members are mostly women, mostly elderly. “We usually have 30-40 people at a meeting,” she said. “We also have a speaker but it’s not always about arthritis or even disease. It’s often something that’s of interest to seniors, like the Safe Seniors Program that Community Policy has been running.” Another reason for the dropping CVAS membership is that the group meets during the day, so people who work may not be able to attend. Changing to an evening time slot would be difficult, however, because many seniors don’t like to go out at night.

“But that’s not the only reason,” Norwood said. “It’s also getting more and more difficult to find volunteers to do the work. Our executive has been around a long time. I’m the new kid on the block and I’ve been on the executive for 10 years. There are some people who have been on the executive for 20 years. Our treasurer has been there forever and it’s a big job. It’s just not fair to have the same people doing the work over and over and over. “But, I think that’s the same problem with a lot of volunteer groups. It’s hard to get people; it often turns out to be the same people across organizations doing the work. So, that’s another reason we’re closing down.” On top of that, costs are up, as they are everywhere. “We meet 10 times a year; we take two months off in the summer. St. John ‘s gives us a fantastic rate but we rent the church 10 times a year. It’s a good deal, but it’s still $100 a month, especially when your membership is $15 a year, and we’ve put that up from $10. We’re just not bringing in enough money to be able to pay the rent.” The Arthritis Society has been operating for a number of years on money that was raised a long time ago and invested.

“There were years some time ago when we were quite flush. We used to get support from the United Way but, because we had money and others didn’t, we were cut from the United Way. We’ve been drawing down on our resources and at some point in the near future we will run out of money.” And because of that, the group has decided “we would prefer to exit on our own timeline rather than finding out we can’t pay the rent next month and having to tell the church we won’t be there. We thought it was better to close down while we still could and still have some money left in the bank, which we will donate to the Arthritis Society.” Norwood does not expect to see fresh volunteers step up to continue the group. It started in the 1980s. “There were some very committed women who made this happen and who grew the organization, taking it from a small group of people meeting in a room at the hospital to actually renting the hall and arranging for speakers.” That aspect is a big job, she said. “Getting the speakers to come is getting harder to do...it’s a difficult job to make all those arrangements, especially when it’s all volunteers.”

The final June meeting should be great, she said. “That one will be for members and invited guests only, as the June Social always is. It’s a potluck lunch. At first our lunches were open but then all kinds of people started coming for the lunch and not bringing anything.” She said that the fellowship after the meetings, the chance to sit and talk over a cup of coffee, is an important part of life for the group’s elderly members. “This is an outing for them. They get dressed up, they wear their hats, they come to the church. This is a safe place to go during the day and enjoy the company. People with mobility issues tend to become very isolated.” CVAS will not be charging membership fees this year, and will not be fundraising as the group winds down, Norwood said. The loss of the Cowichan Valley Seniors Resource Centre and the Valley’s Multiple Sclerosis office have been significant and this will be one more closure, but times are indeed changing for CVAS, she said. CVAS still holds meetings on the first Monday of every month until June. The next session is on March 7 at 1 p.m. at St. John’s Anglican Church.

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VIREB past president Jason Finlayson, right, presents a cheque to Cowichan Intercultural Society executive director Lynn Weaver for the group’s Syrian Refugee Fund. [SUBMITTED]

COFFEE Time • The Vancouver Island Real Estate Board has donated $1,177.02 to the Cowichan Intercultural Society’s Syrian Refugee Fund. VIREB’s donation will be used to help support refugees resettling in the Cowichan Valley. VIREB past president Jason Finlayson presented the cheque to CIS executive director Lynn Weaver on Jan. 5. “Our board and members believe that everyone deserves to live in a safe and healthy community,” said Finlayson. “Being in a position to offer sanctuary to families who are fleeing Syria is an incredible feeling. We hope that our donation will help make life a little easier for the refugees.” CIS offers a variety of services for refugees, including translation, interpretation, trauma support, employment support, settlement assistance, free Eng-

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Therapeutic Riding celebrating 30 years What started as a modest local organization for therapeutic riding has become one of the most successful in the country, helping hundreds of people per year. This year the Cowichan Therapeutic Riding Association celebrates its 30th anniversary, marking decades of providing nationally-accredited therapeutic riding for those with mental and physical challenges. “We’re celebrating the whole year, so there’s a number of different events planned,” explained CTRA development officer Jennifer Barnes van Elk. These include CTRA’s upcoming annual general meeting, a volunteer appreciation week, the CTRA Ride-A-Thon in early June and a big 30th anniversary celebration on Saturday, June 18 at CTRA grounds on Providence Farm. “It will be a big open-to-thepublic celebration featuring demonstrations, entertainment, presentations; just a bunch of families and everyone’s welcome to join us,” Barnes van Elk said of

the free event. CTRA is a registered charity and is a tenant and community partner of Providence Farm located at 1843 Tzouhalem Rd. in Duncan. “Providence was gifted to the community via the Vancouver Island Providence Community Association via the Sisters of Saint Ann in 2003. But the farm is for the community, and the sisters have really wanted to communicate that. And CTRA is a part of that, we’re a major presence on the farm,” Barnes van Elk said. CTRA keeps a herd of around 12 to 14 horses, selected for their medium build, good health and steady temperament and gait. Last year over 900 visitors came by CTRA and more are always welcome to look around and check out CTRA’s free equestrian store and used tack shop, open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. There are five six-week sessions per year at CTRA, each welcoming over 100 participants for riding lessons or training in horsemanship and stable management. Ages four and up are accepted.

Rides take place at CTRA’s indoor and outdoor riding arenas and around the farm property. This year will also feature a fiveweek summer camp with around a dozen participants expected for each week of the camp. Many participants repeat programming, while others come for only one session. “ T h i s ye a r we w i l l h ave approximately 150 unique participants,” Barnes van Elk said. Users of CTRA programming are referred by a medical professional for everything from developmental or physical disability to recovery from an injury such as a car accident. “For some riders it might just be the ability to sit up independently on the carpet at home as a result of their therapeutic riding, but for a family of a child with a disability this can be a monumental achievement,” Barnes van Elk said, adding that participants may receive grants of their own as well through things like autism funding, school funding and other options. See TIME, Page 32

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The Auxiliary to Cowichan District Hospital wishes to thank the Cowichan Valley Regional District community for your ongoing support in 2015. Once again your support and material donations have allowed us to donate and pledge over $220,000 to many initiatives including hospital equipment, Cairnsmore Place projects, community health equipment, partnering with the Hospital Foundation purchasing an echocardio machine, financial pledges for the new hospital and hospice as well as providing bursaries for post-secondary school health care program students seeking financial assistance. We have approximately 180 members who work tirelessly to provide volunteer hours at our thrift shop, hospital gift shop and hospital services. Meeting staffing requirements is always a challenge so we welcome new people to join and participate for your community. We would especially appreciate having more male volunteers as only a small percentage of our membership is male. At this time we are looking for new volunteers to volunteer for a 2.5 to 2.75 hour shift once or twice a month. We are about to reduce our hours of service at the Gift Shop due to a shortage of volunteers, but could resume better service if we had just a few more volunteers join the Auxiliary. Since our Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Store (HATS) opened at 79 Station Street in May 2009, we have raised a total of $500,000 to support our mission. We are very proud of this achievement - dedicating a banner to this amazing milestone. The Thrift Store continues to thrive with donations from the public - except for our kitchen area which is almost bare. Kitchen ware items, in gently used condition, would be much appreciated at this time! We have fun but we work hard! Visit our shops and consider joining a busy and productive volunteer group. To find out more information on volunteer opportunities please visit our website at cowichanhospitalauxiliary.com.

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Time on a horse can help some regain the ability to walk THERAPEUTIC, From Page 31 “Other times it’s as dramatic as somebody who has had an accident regaining the ability to walk because of the therapeutic intervention. When a rider is on a horse and utilizing the therapy there’s what’s called the three-dimensional movement of the horse, so it mimics the human gait... The body rebuilds its neural connections and muscle memories of walking,” Barnes van Elk said, adding “It’s also

instrumental in things like bodily processes like circulation and digestion.” CTRA has three full-time employees, around 15 part-time employees, and around 125 active volunteers. It is funded approximately 30 per cent through user fees and 70 per cent through community contributions and volunteer support, with several small municipal grants, according to van Elk. It receives no direct government funding. “We’re funded for the most part through

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the support of the community,” Barnes van Elk said. CTRA’s 2016 operating budget is $366,400. Barnes van Elk’s said volunteer donation of services and goods last year including 6,466 hours of labour equalled $194,000 value, and this year’s budget is kept down to $366,400 partly because of this hefty volunteer contribution.

CTRA’s AGM takes place Thursday, March 3 at Providence Farm. The AGM will include guest speakers on the topic of My Next 30 Years: Planned Giving for Every Budget. Remarks start at 6:30 p.m., with the meeting set to begin at 7 p.m. To find out more about CTRA visit www.ctra.com or call 250-746-1028.

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Darrell â&#x20AC;&#x153;Duffâ&#x20AC;? Bowcott

With great sadness we announce the sudden, unexpected passing of our dad, Darrell â&#x20AC;&#x153;Duffâ&#x20AC;? Bowcott on February 3, 2016 at the age of 56. Darrell leaves behind completely heartbroken, his three children, son Jesse, daughters Jenna and Keshia (Garrett), and grandson Ryan. Also left to mourn his loss is his mother, Peggy, and siblings Bill (Tauni), Kathy, and Corrine, many nieces and nephews, and countless other family and friends. We love you and miss you so much Dad. Thank you for all the long days at the river, nights spent watching the stars and for always telling us you loved us and you were proud. A celebration of Darrellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life will be held in Crofton at his childhood home on Saturday February 27th from 1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4.

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Your smile lit the darkest room; Your laugh brightened our spirits; Your voice comforted generations; Your actions healed many wounds. May all your goodness be returned to you now. Thinking of you on the birthday you so desperately wanted to celebrate. Missing you terribly and sending all the love I have to give you. Hoping you are surrounded now by your loved ones whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve gone before. Wishing that your spirit can now read those books you so missed reading. Hoping you can run like the wind and never feel out of breath. Knowing you will find joy and the kindness that should have always been yours.

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Happy 15th Birthday Randy â&#x20AC;&#x153;Macho Manâ&#x20AC;? Goldsmith!!! Love, from your Family and Friends

Shirley May Lamb

Bruce George Frederick

September 4, 1959 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; February 3, 2016

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DEATHS

Joyce Dorothy Dulmage March 6th, 1922 ~November 12th, 2015 Joyce was born and raised in Star City Sask. and during her life lived in the Niagara Falls and Buffalo NY area, Superior WI, finally retiring to Cobble Hill in the early 80's with her husband Emery. Her parents were Ivy and Walter Brady of Star City, and she had 3 brothers, Walter, Chester, and Edward, and 3 sisters, Joan, Maureen, and Florence who is deceased. She was proceeded in death by her loving husband Emery B. Dulmage, originally from Winnipeg, and her daughter Debra of Cobble Hill. She is survived by her son Douglas, and two grand children, Alex of Cobble Hill and Dr. Keely Dulmage of North Carolina. There will be a Celebration of her life tea service on Wed. March 2nd at Duncan United Church at 1pm. All friends and family are invited to attend.

Boat stolen in Cowichan Bay, on January 11, 2016. Information leading to the return of this boat will be confidential.

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS PERSONALS

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

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)

UNIQUE HOME HEALTH CARE

is currently hiring HCA/RCAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ($18-$20 per hr.). All shifts available. We are also looking for permanent live-in companions to cover 15 shifts per month for two clients in the Cobble Hill area. All meals, entertainment and transportation are included. Call 250-715-1094 for an interview.

DUNCAN AREA

I WOULD LIKE TO MEET A SINGLE WOMAN in the Duncan Area. She must be 5 feet tall, of medium build, and like to listen to country music. I am looking for a person that is quiet just like myself to meet for coffee and talk. I would like to hear from you soon. I can be reached at this address: Walter Cain, GD LCD Main Duncan, BC V9L 3W9

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TRAVEL HOUSESITTING EXPERIENCED HOUSE/ Dog sitter avail spring/summer â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;16. Refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s avail, long term preferred Kathleen 1-250-619-0786.

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EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS FOODSAFE COURSES Level 1. March 19th & April 26, 2016. $75/person. Location: Island Savings Centre. Register online: www.saferfood.ca or 250-746-4154

HOME CARE/SUPPORT

FT & PT Workers wanted Island Return It Duncan seeks dynamic team player, able to work weekends and excel in a fast paced environment. Apply in person: 6476 Norcross Rd, Duncan

MEDICAL/DENTAL LOOKING FOR TEMPORARY / ON CALL REGISTERED DENTAL HYGIENIST

Position available at Island Dental Health Centre; may extend to a maternity leave. Apply in person, or by email to: drkoniuk@shaw.ca or by fax: 250.748.5739 Attâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;n Amanda

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DEATHS

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Beth Ann (Zylstra) Donohoe

We are saddened by the passing away of our dear Beth Ann Zylstra Donohoe on Saturday, February 20, 2016. Beth was diagnosed very recently with having an aggressive cancer. Beth was born in North Vancouver, BC on December 15, 1980. As a Pastorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daughter she moved from province to province making new friends with each move until settling in Duncan BC. When she moved to Victoria she met Eamonn Donohoe and married on April 23, 2011. After a couple of years they were blessed to receive two beautiful daughters who became the joy of Bethâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Kathleen and Laurie. Beth will be forever loved by her husband Eamonn Donohoe and daughters Kathleen and Laurie. She will be forever missed and loved by her parents William and Laurie Zylstra of Duncan, her brothers Martin (Lindsay) and Caleb (Andrea) and their families. Beth had a special relationship with her nephew, Noah Morgan, whom she loved as her own. She also leaves behind her grandfather â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Pakeâ&#x20AC;?â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Martin Zylstra who only weeks before had celebrated his 100th birthday. Eamonnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parents, Patrick and Kathleen Donohoe and their daughter Ciara had become a huge part of her life helping in the new role of being a mom. There are many Aunts and Uncles and cousins and so many friends and coworkers that had been a part of her life and we are so thankful for everyone who had touched her life. Beth had a very special love for her family and friends and was always there to share with them. She loved reading, crocheting, weaving, photography, sewing and listening to music. In the last years she had been working on switchboard for VIHA in Victoria gaining new friends and making crafts for everyone! In this past year Beth came to visit with her Mom every day off to help with her illness. Little did we know that Beth was gravely ill but her commitment was to her Mom whom she loved so much. We wish to express our gratitude to the many physicians and nursing staff at Victoria General and Cowichan District Hospital who cared for her, helped to diagnose and fight the horrendous disease that ravaged her body till the early hours of Saturday, February 20. Life will not be the same without Beth! She leaves a very large hole in all our lives. We know that she is with the Lord through her faith in Christ as Savior and our great hope is that we will be together again. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, February 27 at 1:00 pm at New Life Baptist Church, 1839 Tzouhalem Rd., Duncan BC.

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Vancouver Island Counselling Has an opening for a full time Counsellor in their Duncan/Nanaimo Offices. Our clinical team provides short term EFAP counselling to employees and families emphasizing our core values of compassion, respect and integrity. We have been a well-respected and valued â&#x20AC;&#x153;not for profitâ&#x20AC;? community counselling service since 1980. Some of our key selection criteria include: r Strong counselling skills working with individuals, couples and groups r Expertise in addictions and mental health issues r Facilitation of onsite workplace Critical incident Stress Debriefing r Experience providing short term counselling in an EFAP environment r Available to work some evenings r Eligibility for Professional Certification r Minimum 7 years related experience r Masters in Counselling Please forward your resume by 11th of March, 2016. Please respond to: Bruce Youngren Executive Director Vancouver Island Counselling Fax# 250-746-8994 or Email: admin@vancouverislandcounselling.com We thank all who apply.

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DUNCAN - First & Jubilee. Brand new 900sq.ft. apt. 2Bdrm,1Bath. $950/mo. Avail. Apr. 1, 2016. N/S, No pets. Appliances & in house laundry. Cell: 250-709-0576. Email: chrisclement@shaw.ca

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55 Canada Ave. Wheelchair accessible Motivated Landlord offering incentives. Contact Jayson Deleskie 250-755-7257 oceansidejay.com

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Seniors â&#x20AC;˘ Starting March 7, Income Tax Returns completed and filed at no cost for qualifying seniors. Sign up at the Chemainus Seniors Drop-in Centre. â&#x20AC;˘ Chemainus Seniors Drop-in Centre pancake breakfast, Mary 12, 9-11 a.m. â&#x20AC;˘ Chemainus Seniors Drop-in Centre soup and sandwich, March 16, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. â&#x20AC;˘ Chemainus Seniors Drop-in Centre blood pressure clinic, March 16, 9:30-11 a.m. â&#x20AC;˘ Chemainus Seniors Drop-in Centre pot luck birthday party, March 19, 5-8 p.m.

Recreation â&#x20AC;˘ 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. â&#x20AC;˘ 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 â&#x20AC;˘ 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.

Meetings â&#x20AC;˘ Cowichan Therapeutic Riding Association Annual General Meeting, Thursday, March 3, CTRA lounge at Providence Farm, Duncan. Guest speakers: â&#x20AC;&#x153;My next 30 years: planned giving for every budgetâ&#x20AC;?, 6:30 p.m., AGM at 7 p.m., reception to follow. Info: www.ctra.ca â&#x20AC;˘ Cowichan Valley Arthritis Support Group meeting March 7, 1 p.m., St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church hall, 486 Jubilee St., Duncan. Guest speakers: Susan Paul, new arthritis rep from HQ in Vancouver; Joe Deslippe, who will guide attendees through therapeutic yoga exercises. â&#x20AC;˘ Cowichan Family Caregivers Support Society support groups for all caregivers: fourth Thursday of the month, 1-2:30 p.m., Chemainus United Church; second Tuesday of the month, Ladysmith Resource Centre. Info: lisa@ familycaregiverssupport.org or 250-882-4411. â&#x20AC;˘ Cowichan Young Carers Program support for youths who are caregivers, one to one support group meetings, info: lisa@familycaregiverssupport.org or call or text 250-882-4411. â&#x20AC;˘ Adult Child of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families (ACOA) meetings 107 Evans St., Duncan, Fridays, 7 p.m.

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he peewee A Cowichan Valley Capitals are off to the Tier 2 provincials championships, after sweeping the best-of-three Island final against Oceanside. The Capitals opened the series with an 11-2 win at Fuller Lake Arena last Saturday and closed it out with a 5-3 victory at Howie Meeker Arena the next day. “We weren’t expecting that one to go that way, but we’ll take it,” head coach Rick Brant said of the 11-2 score. “In the regular season, we had two close games with them; we won one and tied the other. They finished ahead of us in the regular-season standings, so it was to our advantage that we had home ice for the first game.” Dawson Elzinga, Ben Brant and Cullen Plester each scored two goals, and Matty Schure, James Joyce, Braden Blace, Nolan Wilkinson and Parker Klippenstein had singles. Oceanside was ready the next day, as the Cowichan coaches expected. “Game two was a different story,” Brant said. “We went in just preparing the kids, telling them this would be the

The peewee A Cowichan Valley Capitals are headed to the Tier 2 provincial championships after beating Oceanside to win the Vancouver Island title. [PHOTO SUBMITTED] most difficult game of the season. We were in their rink, full of their family and friends, and we were sure they didn’t go home happy after the first game.” Oceanside came out flying, and the teams were in a 2-2 deadlock going into the third period. That’s when the Capitals took control. “They got into penalty trouble and

our power play took over,” Brant said. “It was phenomenal hockey; everything you would expect from an Island championship.” Elzinga led the team with a hat trick in game two, and Klippenstein and Anthony Wilson each scored once. Needless to say, the Capitals were relieved to end the series when they did.

“We certainly didn’t want to go to a third game,” Brant stated. The team will head to the provincial championships in Fort St. John on March 13-17. “Our goal was winning the Island championship,” Brant said. “It hasn’t been an easy road. The players were extremely focused. They put in a ton of work on and off the ice. Now we have to recalibrate our goals and focus on provincials.” Brant acknowledged the tremendous support the team has had this season from the parents, and from sponsor Quality Box. The Capitals haven’t seen all the teams they will face in Fort St. John, but earlier this season they won a Tier 2 tournament in Langley that featured some of the top squads from the Lower Mainland, giving them a good idea about where they stand. “We should be focused on getting ourselves to the championship game,” Brant said. “The way this team is playing right now, I don’t think that’s unrealistic.”

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More than a dozen local athletes will be heading to Nevada with BC Rugby’s elite youth teams for the Las Vegas Invitational Sevens tournament on March 3-5. Seven rugby players from Shawnigan Lake School and another seven from Brentwood College have been named to the provincial teams that will compete with some of the best youth sevens teams in the world at the massive Las Vegas tournament. Mostyn Findlay and Evan Norris of

Shawnigan will play with the B.C. U18 boys team. William McDougall Percillier and Lucas Portillo of Brentwood and Shawnigan’s Conor Sinclair will play with the U17 boys McDOUGALL team. PERCILLIER The U16 boys team will include Ciaran Breen of Brentwood, and James MacDonald, Carter Miller and Reece Tudor-Jones of

Shawnigan. This will be the first year of participation in the Las Vegas Sevens for the BC Rugby elite girls teams. The U18 team will include Brentwood players Mckenna Haz, Denise Roy and Avi Sharabi, while the U16 team will include Shawnigan’s Maggie Banks. McDougall Percillier, Portillo, Breen and Tudor-Jones are also Cowichan Valley-raised athletes and products of the Cowichan Rugby Football Club youth programs. Haz, Roy and Sharabi also grew up in the Cowichan Valley.

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After doling out $5,500 to sports organizations in the Cowichan Valley last December, the Saunders Foundation made it an even $6,000 with a $500 donation to the music program at Quw’utsun Smuneem Elementary School.

“We had two teachers in tears,” Saunders Foundation spokesperson Jim Ten Hove said. “It was very touching.” The December donations went to six different organizations: Kidsport Cowichan, the South Cowichan Lawn Tennis Club, Duncan Christian School, the

Cowichan Valley Lacrosse Association and the Cowichan Valley Minor Hockey Association each received $1,000, and Cowichan Secondary Thunderbirds basketball got $500. Much of the money is raised at the foundation’s annual golf tournament, which has been held at the Cowichan

Golf & Country Club for the last 12 years. This year’s tournament is set for May 6, but it is sold out already. Only one team from last year’s tournament opted not to return for 2016. “We always sell out,” Ten Hove said. “Within a week, week and a half, we’re done.”

The foundation had started a tournament specifically for Kidsport, but that has since been taken over by Kidsport Cowichan. In addition to their donations in the Cowichan Valley, the foundation recently donated $7,000 toward a new sledge hockey program at the Westhills Arena.

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Forfeit win Above, Cowichan standoff Owen Wood is tackled by a Westshore 2 player during action Saturday in Duncan. Cowichan’s Island First Division team picked up a 20-0 forfeit win, with Westshore not fielding a full squad. Instead, the teams played a combined first-third contest. At left, several Westshore players try to haul down Cowichan’s Ty Jones. With the win, Cowichan upped its record to 2-2 for the second half of the season. The Piggies visit UVic Saxons Saturday in Victoria.

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Lyon earns All-Canadian accolades Cobble Hill’s Andrea Lyon was recently honoured by Dalhousie University in Nova Scotia as a two-time Academic All Canadian. A defender on the Dalhousie Tigers women’s hockey team, Lyon finished the 201314 and 2014-15 academic years on the Canadian Interuniversity Sport Honour Roll, which requires student athletes to maintain a grade point average of at least A-minus. Lyon also devotes time to volunteering with organizations and charitable events, including Special Tigers Day events, Courage Canada Hockey for the Blind, Bedford Female Minor Hockey, FedEx Skate to Great and Hockey Players 4 Kids, a reading program offered in local schools. “I have been inspired by my teammates, coaches, classmates and professors at Dal,” she said. “All of these people have been strong role models for me and I have been inspired by their commitment to community service and academic success.” Lyon said she developed a desire to succeed as an athlete and scholar during her time at Frances Kelsey Secondary School, where she was encouraged to develop her own class schedule and independent study programs to explore her potential inside and outside the classroom. A third-year student in Dalhousie’s Psychology and Neuroscience program, following graduation Lyon plans to explore careers paths that will allow her to combine her passions: behavioural neuroscience and caring for others.

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