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A rash of robberies kept police in the Cowichan Valley busy on Wednesday afternoon. The Island Savings Credit Union branch at the Cowichan Commons mall, the 49th Parallel grocery store in Chemainus and the Royal Bank in Ladysmith were all hit within a few hours, although police are unsure if the incidents are related. A lone man robbed the Cowichan Commons Island Savings around 4:10 p.m. None of the employees or customers were harmed. A short time later, the Royal Bank on First Street in Ladysmith was robbed. Both the North Cowichan/ Duncan and Ladysmith detachments are investigating. “It is unknown at this time if the two robberies are linked as the investigation is still very fluid,” Cpl. Krista Hobday of the North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP said on Thursday morning.

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The Duncan-Cowichan Chamber of Commerce Black Tie Awards has announced their finalists for this year. Winners will be announced at an awards banquet on April 9. [CITIZEN FILE] make Cowichan a fabulous place to do business.” Tickets are going fast for the black tie dinner and people are encouraged to contact the chamber office ASAP to secure a seat. The finalists are: Art in Business: • Masika Allen - Masika May Photography • Andreas Kunert & Naomi

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David Pennington of Duncan helps clean up plastic waste on the beaches of Waisai, Indonesia. [SUBMITTED PHOTO] the same kind of concerns I had, one person in particular is a local guide called Ranny,” Pennington explained of his Friendly Drifter co-founder Ranny Tumundo. “When you go to any beach at high tide it brings all this plastic in on the beach and it just sits there. And every tide it gets washed away and new stuff comes up,” he added. The town of Waisai, where Pennington plans to build the facility, has a population of approximately 20,000 and further land and population lies in Raja Ampat’s extended archipelago area. The town is a two-and-a-half-hour boat ride from the nearest major city of Sorong. Pennington said Raja Ampat residents dispose of waste through streams and rivers that then find their way into the ocean, and with his run he hopes to fundraise enough to build a waste facility to run garbage collection services, recycle all the plastic and run on energy from incineration of non-plastics. “We want to do pickups weekly or on a regular basis throughout the islands on a barge that we want to buy as well,” Pennington said. “The waste management facility will recycle all plastic and then the non-plastic we will incinerate

and then we’ll use that incineration process to power the facility itself.” The facility is still in the pre-approval stage and being costed out, but Pennington said he hopes his run will provide more awareness and momentum. Pennington said he’s already been contacted by other municipalities in Indonesia interested in exploring similar options and he hopes a successful model can be replicated around the world in communities struggling with waste and plastic pollution in their oceans. “Our goal is to do the same thing that we’re doing in Raja Ampat throughout Indonesia,” Pennington said, adding that he hopes to eventually have large traffic and revenue generated by his site decrease fundraising needs. “We’ve spoken to other tourism department heads and they’ve requested us to their area of Indonesia and do the same thing already, so this thing could be huge. If we could kind of streamline this process that we’re doing in Raja Ampat and replicate it all over Indonesia it would be amazing.” For more information on Friendly Drifter and supporting Pennington’s cause visit www.friendlydrifter.com.

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Do you know if you missed the school zone?

any people think they’re really good at multi-tasking — even behind the

wheel. So people distract themselves as they are driving. All too often this involves a cell phone in some way, whether they are holding it up to their ear as they steer with one hand, or they’re texting — look! No hands! Some drivers have even been known to watch videos on their phones while they manoeuvre through traffic. The best course of action is to just put the cell phone away when in the driver’s seat.

We bet some people tried using it once while driving, for what they thought was a good reason, and, when nothing bad happened, attributed their good fortune to their own skills rather than the dumb luck it was. Because every time you get away with it that’s what it is, blind luck. All it takes is a second of inattention for something irreversible to happen. Just ask the Citizen’s own Robert Barron who last week took the challenge of the Distracted Driving Course set up at the Island Savings Centre by the

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North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP and community policing, along with other partner agencies. The course doesn’t require you to do anything so complicated as drive while you use your phone. All you have to do is walk. That should be automatic, right? Our reporter found that he ended up inadvertently breaking three traffic laws (on top of the prohibition against using cell phones while driving). Among the things he missed while looking at his phone screen were a dog and a playground zone. Yikes. We’d bet that many

of the motorists who believe they’ve perfectly safely used their cell phones while driving don’t even know what they’ve missed. They are blissfully ignorant of the hazard they are creating on the road. Because distracted driving isn’t just a danger to the driver who’s not paying attention. The distracted driver is putting everyone else in their vicinity in danger along with them. That includes the kids in the playground zone, the beloved pets that come in front of their wheels, and the senior trying to use the crosswalk.

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Then there are the people in the other vehicles, also going at speed. The truth of the matter is that one in four of all vehicle fatalities in this province are caused by distracted driving. Will that text really seem important to you or the person you’re sending it to after you die? If not, you should put the phone down. It’s also a good idea to put aside the other distractions too, from the make-up brush to your lunch. There’s a better time to do it and that’s when you’re not behind the wheel.

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way and a sinkhole into which we pour nothing but money.

Re: North Cowichan council asks: When will trains run again? When pigs fly! Or, perhaps, when the mid-Island population reaches a couple of million and the E&N corridor might be used for LRT. Until then, any attempt to operate E&N train services is merely using our tax dollars to fund Dennis Washington, 21st wealthiest billionaire in the world and sole owner of Washington Enterprises, which, in turn, solely owns South Island Rail — plus those persons still on the E&N payroll. Does BC Rail ring a bell? The E&N is a moribund rail-

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Many questions surround rail line Your page 9 article about train service beginning “soon” is truly pie in the sky daydreaming. Item one, who has produced an estimated, cost and time duration of repairing the track from Victoria to Courtenay? What plans are in place for modern units to run on this future system? This system has all its life been run with second hand museum-category equip-

ment; to say it was shoddy is giving it value. Further to the future track arrangement, it does need to be twinned for a certain distance, in order for two units to work at the same time. Has this ever been mentioned as a possibility to enable it to run as often as possible? The mumbling about not having enough customers to give it credence is a red herring. One other question, who, if anyone, is drawing a stipend out of what funds there are at this time and why? Well editor, it becomes more curious and more curiouser the longer it is dead... George Manners Cowichan Bay

Too often we see a lot of criticism of the two governing groups in our region; it can be easy to criticize the decisions made, the salaries paid, the policies and to be negative about our local government. However I think we also need to reflect on what has been done. I have a special place in my heart for the parks, trails and other things that are provided to us for all to enjoy, at no additional cost. Whether they are pocket parks located in a neighbourhood or bike/hiking trails on Maple Mountain or the recent acquisition of Baldy Mountain in Shawnigan Lake, it is wonderful to see that kind of effort to protect this area for us. These parks provide an opportunity for people to get out and enjoy our area, with minimal risk while walking in the woods. This is providing for the future. These lands are set aside for all of us to enjoy. So a big thank you to the politicians, managers and employees, for the foresight and hard work to make these opportunities available for us to enjoy. Glenn White Shawnigan Lake

So is that what fate would befall schools? Re: sale of B.C. NDP head office. B.C. NDP president Craig Keating said that he pushed for the sale of the building because it was old and decrepit. Is this also admitting what kind of shape B.C. schools and hospitals would look like under an NDP provincial government? Joe Sawchuk Duncan

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Aircraft practising over neighbourhoods a big problem I can assure Mr. Erickson that Ms. Ramsdin’s reports of low-flying aircraft are accurate, and the volume of flight training conducted over our homes is obnoxious. We in Saltair and Chemainus are subject to a high volume of forced landing approach and stall recovery training on a daily basis, often several times per day with aircraft tag-teaming the airspace. This type of training is inherently dangerous as it simulates crash scenarios. The forced landing approaches involve aircraft cutting power at low altitudes and gliding as far as they deem “safe” before recovering power again, often accompanied by back-firing engines. Imagine the consequences if the engines didn’t power up! I first contacted Jean Crowder and Transport Canada in 2007 regarding these activities. I had documented several incidents of aircraft passing extremely low overhead with engines cut, and felt like my family was physically and immediately at risk. Requests to the flying schools were ignored. I was told by Transport Canada that Saltair is not defined as a built-up area and is not subject to regulations requiring aircraft to not fly within 1,000 feet vertically and 2,000 feet horizontally. When asked for the official definition of built-up area I was told, “It is very complicated as there is no single definition of a built-up area.” “The best course of action is to call the flying schools, ask for the Chief Flight Instructor and request that they avoid flight training near your home.” I have phoned these flight schools numerous times over the years and amicably requested that they reduce the volume of flight training in our area. I always receive the same answer: they will try to

avoid over-using the area. Then the flight training resumes as usual. This type of aviation over residential areas, schools businesses and parks is a hazard and a nuisance. It is unethical to endanger lives other than a willing pilot and instructor in order to conduct flight training, yet Transport Canada allows these dangerous activities to continue unabated over our families and homes. Why is it acceptable for Victoria and Nanaimo pilots to fly all the way to Saltair and Chemainus to conduct their dangerous activities over our families and properties, schools and parks? The flying schools are externalizing the costs of their profit-making ventures for Chemainus and Saltair residents to bear. I was told by the flying schools that they designate our neighbourhood as an official training area. They said they even have their own specific radio frequency for training in the area. Consulting Transport Canada’s official Vancouver VTA charts, Saltair is not defined as a flight training area. There are two Class F training air spaces set aside for flight training in this part of the Island. These are, namely: CYA 113(A) (T)(H) and CYA 118 (A)(T)(H). I am especially curious why Nanaimo and Victoria flight schools insist on training here when there are two designated training areas as per Transport Canada? We are told by Transport Canada to document these activities and record airplane registration numbers and altitudes. This is next to impossible given the new Transport Canada regulations that no longer require aircraft to clearly mark registration numbers on the bottoms of their wings. As for determining specific altitudes of aircraft, that is an impossible request of a citizen. Jason Wilson Saltair

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Amanda Poch is alive thanks to an organ donor. The 36-year-old is still thankful for the moment 10 years ago when a liver transplant saved her life, and is volunteering with the Live Then Give Tour across Vancouver Island and the province to encourage people to become organ donors. The tour made several stops in Duncan last Friday and Saturday. “Ten years ago I received a liver transplant. I was diagnosed with autoimmune hepatitis when I was 20 years old. So at the age of 26 [her liver] failed and it came down to six hours that I almost passed away. It’s less than a business day, you don’t realize how quick it can happen,” Poch said. “Fortunately for the two minutes it took for that organ donor to sign their registration form I was able to live.” Poch has been touring the Island with Live Then Give, handing out information and speaking to passersby about the benefits of becoming an organ donor and signing an organ donation card. Her tour began Wednesday, March 9 at the provincial legislature in Victoria, with stops in Duncan Friday, March 11 at the Cowichan Aquatic Centre and Saturday, March 12 at the Duncan Farmers’ Market. “This is my 10-year anniversary so I’m traveling the province to raise organ donor awareness and to raise 10,000 organ donor registrations,” she said. “The Kidney Foundation of Canada’s B.C. branch has a mandate to raise organ donor awareness as well, that’s why I’ve partnered with them.” In Duncan, volunteers Stu Keeping, Tina Andersen and Tracey Bodger helped out Poch at her information table. Keeping is the recipient of a kidney from his son Craig, while Andersen received a life-saving heart transplant eight years ago and Bodger received a kidney transplant in 2012. Poch said Duncan has been very responsive to her message.

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The Quw’utsun’ Cultural and Conference Centre is not closing, according to a press release from Cowichan Tribes. Previously the centre’s conference and event coordinator Lori Kinnaird said she was informed by Cowichan Tribes, which owns the facility and six-acre property, that it would close permanently at the end of May, but a March 11 release from Cowichan Tribes Chief William Seymour said the facility “remains open and operational and there are no plans at present to close its doors.”

mour said that an assessment is currently ongoing to determine the “continued financial viability” of the centre but that plans to close it have not been finalized. Previously, Kinnaird told the Citizen that the facility, which opened in 1990, is now in need of some major repairs to some of its structures, but “doesn’t make much money.” The property, located next to the Cowichan River, consists of a number of facilities, including Comeakin Hall, the RiverWalk Café Patio and a courtyard. It sits adjacent to the Tribes-

Ask In-Stor owned Chances Casino and the former Vancouver Island University property. In 1986, Cowichan Tribes outbid 20 other organizations for the property and bought it from Expo ’86. In his release Seymour said that as the financial viability of the centre is assessed it “will continue to operate as a place to showcase the heritage of the Quw’utsun’ People and to raise the profile of Quw’utsun’ knitters, carvers and jewelry-makers as it has for the last 20 years.”

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“It really has been a wonderful experience,” Terry said, reading over an email he received from a community member offering lamps. “I get emails like this all the time.” For the past five weeks, the couple and their neighbours, all retired, have been working full days almost every day to get the house ready. Walls have been repaired and painted, carpets replaced, baseboard heaters replaced, a new kitchen and stove put in, new bathroom fixtures, showers and toilets installed. A repair of the broken septic system is currently underway by Save-On-Septic and a neighbour has also offered a car for the incoming refugees. See REFUGEES, Page 16

Andrew Harvath of End of the Roll (left) and volunteer Terry Black stand in front of a Cobble Hill house being fixed up to soon house a family of Syrian refugees. [PAUL BRIAN/CITIZEN]

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he federal government under Trudeau has taken in over 26,000 Syrian refugees thus far, with an additional smaller number of around 1,500 Syrian refugees who’d already been taken in under the Harper government. In total 55,800 refugees from Syria and other parts of the world are expected to arrive by the end of 2016 through both government and private sponsorship as well as family reunification programs. There are currently approximately 200 government-sponsored refugees on the Island, primarily in Victoria. The Cowichan Valley has welcomed two Syrian refugee families so far, with many more expected over the course of the year. The area, in terms of settlement resources, is well supported by the Cowichan Intercultural Society who is organizing English Language courses, job training, school arrangements and the list goes on,” Terry said, adding that CIS expects between five and 12 families to arrive by mid-March. As for those who oppose Canada accepting Syrian refugees or believe they pose a security risk, Terry said

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that he takes it in stride. “This one lady I talked to, her son is in Iraq, and she says ‘I’m sorry but I can’t really help you ‘cause my son has been living with those people and he doesn’t have really good stories about what they do, how they live.’ So I just don’t say anything. I say thanks for taking the time to hear our story,” Terry said, adding that he has confidence in the federal government’s refugee screening process.

“All of these people coming to the country have been vetted. We have very little risk of any immigrating here that could cause us any sort of a terrorist risk,” he said. Refugees, in fact, are often victims themselves of terrorism and dictatorial governments. “They’ve been living in an environment where they’ve been losing family members on a regular basis and having the hell beat out of their homes to the point where they can’t stay,” Terry said, adding that the Syrian civil war is “an abysmal situation for humans to inflict upon humans.” ore than half of Syria’s population has fled the country as refugees or have become internally displaced due to the ongoing civil war. Approximately half of these 12 million refugees are children according to the Immigrant Services Society of BC. According to the Guardian newspaper in the U.K., in the five years since the Syrian civil war began over 400,000 Syrians have been killed and more than 70,000 have died from lack of

Andrew Harvath of End of the Roll (left) works on the floor of a Cobble Hill house being fixed up to soon house a Syrian refugee family. [PAUL BRIAN/CITIZEN]

necessities such as clean water and health care. ltimately Terry said he hopes the government can bring in even more Syrian refugees than its stated goal and that people hearing what Satellite Park residents have done will be inspired to follow suit. “Maybe people will look at what we’re doing and maybe

know of a house and say ‘that’s a good idea, why can’t we do that for Syrian refugees?” he said. “We’re just champing at the bit to find out who we’re getting, what’s the family going to be like?” Those interested in helping with a donation or items for the house may email Terry and Beth at terry-beth@shaw.ca or call 778-356-0470.

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his connections with Vancouver Island, visiting three or four times per year. The number of choirs performing Baker’s songs continues to grow steadily, even as he remembers his life in the early ‘60s in Duncan, when he was in a rock ‘n roll band called the Phantoms. “I’ve come a long, long way from singing Louie Louie at a Cowichan High School dance,” Baker says.

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Author, activist Nellie McClung: is she banknote worthy? T.W. Paterson

Chronicles “Refugees have enriched many countries. They would enrich us.”— Nellie McClung.

ravo, Merna Foster! The Victoria author and historian’s online crusade to have great Canadian women honoured on Canadian banknotes has finally paid off after she collected 73,000 signatures over three years. Last week, Prime Minister Trudeau announced that a Canadian woman as yet unannounced (perhaps as yet unselected) “will be featured on the first of the new series of bills expected in 2018”. The battle isn’t over, however. There have been many great Canadian women in our history and we have just seven banknotes to work with. To date, they’ve carried the images of Queen Elizabeth, former prime ministers (all of them male, of course), and various stereotypical Canadian scenes such as a fishboat, an icebreaker, and the like. For a time, 2004-2012, the $50 bill bore the profiles of the Famous Five — Irene Parlby, Emily Murphy, Henrietta Muir Edwards, Louise McKinney and Nellie McClung — and the head-and-shoulders portrait of Quebec female rights activist Therese Casgrain who was the only one that was recognizable. Ms. Forster also thinks that it’s important that women be recognized on the front, not the back, of bills. As for possible women candidates for our currency, scores of names have been

NELLIE MCCLUNG submitted via www.womenonbanknotes. ca, Foster’s website. Among them, as I told you several weeks ago, is Canada’s first aircraft designer Elsie MacGill and, my own hope, Dr. Frances Oldham Kelsey, born in Cobble Hill. Three other names with strong B.C. connections are the province’s foremost artist, Emily Carr, First Nations poet E. Pauline Johnson and (also Ontario-born) author and activist Nellie McClung. I’ve admired Nellie’s voluminous writings since reading Clearing In the West, one of 16 books that she wrote. And, many years ago on CBC, I heard a reading of her description of a single woman applying for a bank loan in the 1940s; it’s funny, it’s priceless and things probably haven’t changed much all these years later. Her name is being championed by the leader of the Manitoba Conservative Party, Brian Pallister, who has written to the governor of the Bank of Canada, 100 years after Manitoba became the first Canadian province (on Jan. 28, 1916)

to grant women the right to vote. (Not until April 5, 1917 did B.C. pass similar legislation.) Pallister is quoted as saying that McClung should be on Canadian currency in recognition of her role in the enfranchisement of women, as a female pioneer and as a “democratic icon” whose image would remind Canadians that everyone has a place in democracy. The Times-Colonist concurs, rating McClung “an ideal candidate to be the first woman other than the Queen to be on a Canadian banknote...” I probably should explain here that McClung was one of the Famous Five, named previously, who won a landmark court ruling that finally and legally recognized women as “persons.” The fact that she spent the latter years of her life living in Saanich gives us a proprietary interest in her nomination. For some time now the T-C has been republishing a series of columns McClung wrote for the Victoria Daily Times in 1939 and into the 1940s. They’re insightful, articulate and her humanism shows through, as in her recent column, originally published in March 1939, on Canada’s attitude towards emigrants and refugees. At a time when Germany’s anti-Semitic policies were becoming world-known and the Canadian govern-

ment had turned back a shipload of Jewish refugees to imprisonment and ultimate murder, McClung presented a case for acceptance of refugees. She did so not just on humanistic grounds, but because Canada, which had been largely settled and forged by immigrants from Europe and elsewhere, would gain valuable citizens: “Refugees have enriched many countries. They would enrich us.” But there was more to this than just the tangible, she wrote: “Whether they enrich us or not materially, one thing is certain: If we refuse them, we will be impoverished in our hearts.” But, alas, Nellie McClung’s sympathy had its limits and this character trait could well disqualify her from consideration for individual status on a Canadian banknote. We do, after all, live in a politically correct age and Nellie’s belief in eugenics, a doctrine that has become infamous for its promotion, among other things, of the sterilization of those deemed to be “mental defectives,” has earned for her deserved criticism and censure. In short, Nellie McClung was less than perfect. And we can’t have that now, can we? www.twpaterson.com

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The Cowichan Valley Capitals season ended in the blink of an eye last Saturday. Seventy-two seconds into overtime in game six of the Caps’ first-round B.C. Hockey League series with Powell River, Kings forward Kyle Betts took a swipe at the puck and knocked it past goaltender Storm Phaneuf, giving the Kings a 3-2 win that night and a 4-2 win in the series. It wasn’t how head coach Bob Beatty pictured the season ending. “It seemed a bit surreal at the time,” Beatty recalled earlier this week. “It was a bitter pill to take. The season ends every year, but you’re never prepared for it to end that way. “It’s tough to swallow because I thought we probably deserved a little bit better. In game six we didn’t bury pucks, but I thought we were carrying the play. It’s just my opinion, but I think we did have some opportunities to win the game and just didn’t hit the back of the net.” The Caps lost the first two games of the series in Powell River, then split the two games in Duncan. After stealing a victory in Powell River in game five, Beatty believed his team was building momentum. “I felt that if we could take it back to Powell River, we had more gas left in the tank than they did,” he said. Playoff success is the ultimate goal, but could the coach take some solace in the fact that the Caps made the playoffs for the first time in four years? “I guess so,” he said. “You’ve got to look at it in terms of progression. We put a pretty good product on the ice this year. There were times during the season that we didn’t have consistency, but I don’t think we disappointed in the playoffs. There was a strong effort from

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Bob Beatty congratulates Powell River forward Carter Turnbull in the handshake line after the Kings eliminated the Caps from the BCHL playoffs last Saturday. [KEVIN ROTHBAUER/CITIZEN] all the guys in those six games.” The Caps went all-in this season, with five 20-year-olds on the roster — Phaneuf, captain Adam Osczevski, forwards Josh Adkins and Pat Geary, and swingman Jacob Switzer — as well as three 19-year-olds who are committed to colleges for 2016/17: forwards Ryan Burton, Corey Hoffman and blueliner Mitch Meek. Of the 10 other 19-year-olds — forwards Kade Kehoe, Matt Hudie, Ayden MacDonald and Luke Santerno, defencemen Chris Harpur, Connor Russell, Josh Owings, Carter Cochrane and Ben Verrall, and goalie Lane Michasiw — at least four will have to go in order to get the team under the limit of six 20-year-olds next year. “We were definitely an older team,” Beatty agreed. “We needed to put as good a product on the ice as we could, to be honest.

We had missed the playoffs three years in a row, and we needed to regenerate some enthusiasm. If we get past Powell River and into the semis against Nanaimo, we gain some momentum as a team and as an entity in the community.” Although the roster will look different in 2016/17 Beatty feels the club will carry some momentum into next season regardless. “People who have called me and talked to me about the team think we have a real good nucleus,” Beatty said. “To be honest, we have a much better resource base than we had before. There are certainly some good players who should translate into some younger players with trades.” The Capitals brass don’t have long to wait before they can start building next year’s team. The team’s spring identification camp is set for April 15-17.

Cowichan Secondary School field hockey goaltender Robin Fleming, who backstopped the Thunderbirds to the provincial championship last fall, has been named to the U21 women’s national team, and will represent Canada at the Junior Women’s Pan American Championships in Trinidad and Tobago in late March and early April, which will serve as a qualifier for the Junior Women’s World Cup. Fleming was summoned from the national Junior Development Squad when one of the other U21 goalies was called up to the senior national team, and will join Cowichan Secondary teammate Sara Goodman on the U21 team. “It’s pretty amazing. I didn’t believe it at first,” Fleming said. One of the younger players on the team, Fleming expects to serve as a backup in Trinidad, but sees this as a good opportunity for her growth as a player. “I’ll probably be watching most of the games, but I’ll probably get some playing time,” she said. “For me, it’s more of an experience trip because I’ve never done anything like that before.”

This will be Fleming’s first time with a national team, although she has played on provincial teams the last two years in addition to her success at the high school level. She has trained with a few of the players on the U21 team, but she admitted she will be more comfortable travelling with Goodman, a relative veteran of the U21 program with a tournament in the U.S. and a tour of Chile on her resume. “I’m happy Sara’s going as well,” Fleming said. “It will be nice to have someone else from the Cowichan Valley there.” The trip to the Caribbean nation is almost as exciting for Fleming as representing her country on the field hockey pitch. “I haven’t really travelled very much,” she said. “So it will be neat to go somewhere that has a completely different climate from here.” Fleming admitted she is dealing with some nerves as she prepares for the trip, but is still looking forward to it. “I’m definitely really nervous for it,” she said. “I’m just happy to go out and learn a lot and play the best I can. I think it will be a good experience.”

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Five athletes from the Cowichan Valley helped B.C. teams win the inaugural girls and boys Canadian rugby sevens U18 championships at BC Place last Saturday. The girls team included McKenna Haz and Denise Roy, both students at Brentwood College School, while the boys team included Kyle Joe of Cowichan Secondary School, William McDougall-Percillier of Brentwood College, and Evan Norris of Shawnigan Lake School. Joe and McDougall-Percillier are also members of the Cowichan Rugby Football Club. The B.C. girls allowed only one try in the tournament, and won the championship game over Alberta by a score of 17-0. The boys beat Ontario 17-5 in their championship match. While the players warmed up for their games, the Canadian senior men’s sevens side was taking on Wales, and the B.C. athletes got to see Pat Kay, a Duncan native and product of both the CRFC and Cowichan Secondary School, and a graduate of the BC Rugby Elite Youth 7s program, score Canada’s first sevens try on Canadian soil. All the Valley players who represented B.C. at the national championships in Vancouver were also at the Las Vegas Sevens — the largest rugby tournament in North America — a week earlier, where B.C. captured four cup championships. Haz and Roy helped B.C. to the title in the U18 Girls Varsity Division in the first year that B.C has fielded a girls sevens team. Roy scored one of her team’s three tries in a 19-7 win over the Atavus All-Stars, a team of athletes from across the U.S., in the final match. “It’s an incredible accomplishment for a provincial program to beat a team drawn from an entire country,” Haz said. Joe and Norris were part of the B.C. team that won the U18 Elite Boys Division for the second consecutive year, and former CRFC junior player Kara Galbraith helped B.C.’s U23 team to a first-ever title in the Women’s Open Division. Avi Sharabi of Brentwood and Maggie Banks of Shawnigan went to Vegas as part of the B.C. team that competed in the U18 Girls Open Division. McDougall-Percillier and his Brentwood teammate Lucas Portillo and Shawnigan’s Conor Sinclair played for B.C. in the U17 Boys High School Open Division. Shawnigan’s Reece Tudor-Jones, James MacDonald and Carter Miller, and Brentwood’s Ciaran Breen played for B.C. in the U16 Boys Junior Varsity Division. Brentwood grad Aaron Hersant played for the U23 provincial team in the Men’s Aces Division.

Joined by Level 4 gymnasts, the Dynamics Level 3 team displays the fourth place trophy from the Lady Luck Invitational. [SUBMITTED]

Lady Luck smiles on Dynamics in Las Vegas KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

The Duncan Dynamics Gymnastics Club proved it can contend on the world stage when it sent 16 athletes to their first international competition in Las Vegas in January. Leading the way were Level 9 gymnasts Darby McIntyre and Micaylla Broadway, who finished second and third all-around in their division at the Lady Luck Invitational, which attracts 2,300 gymnasts from the U.S., Canada, Australia and New Zealand. McIntyre placed first in vault, seventh on uneven bars, third on beam and eighth on floor, while Broadway was 10th on vault, second on bars, seventh on beam and fourth on floor. Another Level 9 competitor, Hayley Baker, finished third on vault. In Level 8, Keerstin Arden placed 10th on vault, fourth on floor and 19th all-around. In Level 7, Brooklyn Stobbe finished fourth on beam, sixth on floor and seventh all-around, while Tahara Brown was 10th on vault and ninth on bars. Trystinna Bailey placed seventh on beam, third on floor and 10th all around in Level 6. Rebeca Bail-

ey was sixth on beam and 10th on floor, Cheyenne Mackeil finished eighth on bars and 10th on beam, Anna Akhurst placed seventh on both beam and floor, Sadie Manley was ninth on floor, and Jenna Laughland finished eighth on beam. In Level 4, Kaia Cools was 10th on vault and Avaling David was 12th on floor. The Level 3 team won the fourth place trophy, thanks to Amelia Cannon’s eighth on bars, Mia Fahey’s 10th on beam, and Weilee David’s 12th on bars. “This trip was a huge learning experience for all of the athletes and the latest step in the development of the local club which plans to implement an annual trip to a meet in the U.S.,” club spokesperson Karyne Bailey said. “Exposure to the newly adopted U.S. Junior Olympic program at a U.S. meet was a valuable experience for the girls and the coaches.” The gymnasts and their parents did extensive fundraising in order to attend the Vegas meet, and are planning to do the same again for next year. A generous donation from James Street Billiards went a long way in helping the club go to Vegas.

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Cowichan Secondary School’s girls rugby teams compiled some impressive results in the short time between the beginning of the season and spring break. “With a young squad of over 40 players, the coaches are very pleased to come out of the first week of competition with five wins out of seven games while playing against very strong programs,” coach Brad Skene said. “A number of players are stepping up to play at the senior level while 23 players put on the T-Bird Jersey for the first time.” The juniors started with back-to-back wins on Feb. 26. Melanie Robertson, Jezlyn Cardinal and Mia Eager scored tries in a 15-0 win over Port Alberni. Cardinal, Maxine O’Leary and Madi Jumeau scored in a 19-5 win over G.P. Vanier, with Lucy Boon adding two conversions. The seniors split their two games that same day, beating Alberni 20-5 before losing 32-10 to Vanier. Brigitte Reid scored twice against Alberni, while Emily Nickerson and Karly Longridge had one try apiece. Emily Lindsay and Sophia Murray had tries against Vanier. On March 2, the juniors lost 22-7 to Vanier, while the seniors beat Mark Isfeld 22-10, both games played in cold, wet conditions. Brianna Margerison scored the Thunderbirds’ lone try against Vanier, and Boon slotted a conversion. The team got two tries from Syan Johnson, one each from Marlee Wright and Jamie Needham, and a conversion from Maddie Pirie. The juniors were in action again on March 4, getting past Port Alberni 34-31. Jenna Batty and Lauren Rivera each scored two tries, Sophie Saunders and Danielle Hill had one each, and Needham kicked two conversions. On March 9, the juniors beat Carihi 60-5. Cardinal, Needham, Lindsay Winship and Mia Eagar each scored twice, Zoe Sharp and Deanna Cvitanovich had one try apiece, and Needham kicked five conversions.

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LMG set for semifinal showdown with Saanich KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

Cowichan LMG will make a bid to reach the Jackson Cup final for the sixth time in seven years when the team faces Saanich Fusion in the semifinal this weekend. The rematch of last year’s final, which Cowichan won, will take place this Saturday at Tyndall Park, beginning at 7 p.m. Cowichan coach Glen Martin feels his team is as ready as it can be for

the showdown with Saanich. “We’ll be prepared,” he said. “We’ve had really good training sessions. It’s going to come down to the team that works the hardest.” Cowichan has held the edge over Saanich in league games this season. Martin’s team defeated Saanich 5-0 in Ladysmith last November, and the teams played to a 1-1 draw at Tyndall in the season finale. Martin expects another tight one this Saturday, although this time it won’t end in a tie. “Night games at Tyndall Park are really close games,” he said.

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T-Birds go out on a winning note KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

The Cowichan Secondary School Thunderbirds won their last two games of the season last week to finish on a high note at the provincial AAAA boys basketball championships in Langley. After losses in their first two games, the T-Birds regrouped to beat North Peace 75-69 in the third round, then top Terry Fox 67-50 in the game for 13th place. “On the whole, we played some of our best ball of the year over the course of the provincial tournament,” head coach Lucky Walia said. “Different opponents played different styles, and our guys rolled with it. We had different players playing more in some situations, and they responded well in a challenging environment.” The T-Birds led North Peace essentially for the entire game, and were up by as much as 18 points. Noah Charles scored 26 points, Humza Khan added 13, and Eston Unrau had 12 to go with 10 assists. Travis McDonald grabbed 10 rebounds. Again against Terry Fox, the T-Birds were on top from start to finish, and went up by as much as 27 in the second half. “Terry Fox had been a top10 team for most of the year,” Walia noted. “It was a nice way to wrap up our season.” Charles led the team with 27 points, while Nirmal Hayer hit five three-pointers on his way to 17 points. Hayer was so electrifying that the Terry Fox fans started to cheer him on. Other players had strong outings that didn’t necessarily translate to statistics. “Andy Derocher, as he always does, worked really hard switching between guarding

Terry Fox fans cheer on Nirmal Hayer’s Steph Curry-style three-pointer spree at provincials last week. [SARB HAYER PHOTO] bigger players and then flying around chasing guards off screens,” Walia said. “Humza Khan played one of his best games of the season, controlling the pace and getting the ball to people in good positions to score.” The T-Birds opened the tournament with a 90-83 loss to W.J. Mouat, although they had been within four points with a minute and a half left to play. Charles led the way with 28 points and 21 rebounds, Unrau had 22 points, seven assists and six rebounds, and Zach Waddington was all over the scoresheet with five points, eight boards, three assists, two blocks and two steals. “We played well,” Walia said. “W.J. Mouat was one point basket away from being in the tournament final.” The T-Birds again made things interesting in their second game of the tourna-

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ment, holding the lead for nearly 17 minutes and getting within five points in the fourth quarter before settling for an 81-65 loss to Sir Winston Churchill, the second-ranked team in B.C. all season. Unrau finished with 21 points, seven rebounds and seven assists, and Charles had 19 points and nine boards. Walia was impressed with the two players who led his team in scoring for most of the season. “Noah averaged 25 points for the tournament, on top of multiple 30-plus-point games in league play and playoffs,” the coach noted. “He really stepped his game up as we hit the most crucial part of our season. Eston demonstrated he could compete and impact a game with the best in the province, going for basically 20, seven and seven in our first two games against two of the five best teams in B.C.”

BRIGHT ANGEL PARK RECREATION REJUVENATION PROJECT & PARK MANAGEMENT PLAN Public Open House #2 BRIGHT ANGEL PARK RECREATION REJUVENATION PROJECT & PARK MANAGEMENT PLAN

The South Cowichan Parks Commission and CVRD Parks & Trails Division are hosting the Public Open House #2 to invite public input on the Bright Angel Park Recreation Rejuvenation Project. The CVRD has received Public Open House #2 BRIGHT ANGELFOR PARKLETTERS RECREATION REJUVENATION INVITATION OF INTEREST grant funding Use of the & Mill Bay Historic Church PLAN Buildingfrom - Mill Bay the Province of BC to rejuvenate PROJECT PARK MANAGEMENT WE’RE The South Cowichan Parks Commission and CVRD specific park facilities Public Open #2 The Valley House District invites at Bright Angel Park which must ALL ParksCowichan & Trails Division areRegional hosting the Public (CVRD) Open Public Open House #2 Letters Interest PARK from community groups and organizations for BRIGHTofANGEL RECREATION REJUVENATION CVRD Water Systems Flushing Notice House #2 to invite inputMill onBay the Church Bright Angel Park BRIGHT ANGEL PARK RECREATION REJUVENATION Public Open House #2 Open House #2 occupancy use ofpublic the former located at EARS PROJECT and & PARK MANAGEMENT PLAN building be completed by March 31, 2015. BRIGHT ANGEL PARK RECREATION REJUVENATION PROJECT & PARK MANAGEMENT Recreation Thehistoric CVRDbuilding has received BRIGHT ANGEL PARK RECREATION REJUVENATION 2851 ChurchRejuvenation Road in Mill Project. Bay. This provides The Cowichan Valley Regional DistrictPLAN (CVRD) will be carrying The South Cowichan Parks Commission and CVRD Parks & Trails Division are hosting the Public Open House #2 to invite public input on the Bright Angel Park Recreation Rejuvenation Project. The CVRD has received grant funding from the Province of BC to rejuvenate specific park facilities at Bright Angel Park which must be completed by March 31, 2015. Join us for discussion and input at Open House #2: date Saturday, June 8, 2013 time 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. place Bright Angel Park Lower Parking Area for more information, please contact:

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SOUTH COWICHAN OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 3666 AND ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 3667 of Public Hearing NOTICE OF HEARING Notice Public Hearing (APPLICABLE TO ELECTORAL AREA B -PUBLIC SHAWNIGAN LAKE)

SOUTH COWICHAN OFFICIAL OFFICIALCOMMUNITY COMMUNITYPLAN PLANAMENDMENT AMENDMENT 3666 AND ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 3667 BYLAW NO. AND ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 3667 NOTICE is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held to consider a proposed amendment to a restrictive TO ELECTORAL AREA B SHAWNIGAN LAKE) (APPLICABLE ELECTORAL AREA B SHAWNIGAN LAKE) Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held as follows to consider the above described Amendment Bylaws: covenant associated with Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3338 (Inwood Creek Estates). date

Monday, January 31, 2013

Notice is hereby hereby given that Hearing be as the Amendment Bylaws: Notice is given that aa Public PublicMarch Hearingwill will beheld held asfollows followstotoconsider consider theabove abovedescribed described Amendment Bylaws: DATE Tuesday, 22, 2016 TIME 7:00 pm time PLACE 7:00 p.m. place Shawnigan Lake Community Centre 2804 Shawnigan Lake Road, Sahtlam Fire Hall, 4384 Cowichan Lake Road, Duncan, BC Shawnigan date Monday, Monday, January January 31, date 31, 2013 2013

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Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3338 rezoned Blocks A and B, Section 1, Range 6, Seymour District and South Cowichan Official Community Plan Amendement Bylaw No.District, 3666Bylaw proposes to amend South Cowichan Official Community Plan“Subject Bylaw No. 3510 South Cowichan Official Community Plan 3666 totoamend Cowichan Official Community Plan Bylaw No.No. 3510 Section 10, Range 8, Sahtlam asNo. shown outlined withSouth a black line and identified as South Cowichan Official Community PlanAmendement Amendement Bylaw No. 3666proposes proposes amend South Cowichan Official Community Plan Bylaw 3510 by replacing the current Community Land Stewardship Designation Policies with new policies that apply to development within the Designation. by replacing the current Community Land Stewardship Designation Policies with new policies that apply to development within the Designation. the map below, from Primary Forestry (F-1) to Rural Conservation byArea” replacingon the current Community Land Stewardship Designation Policies with new policies that applyResidential/Forestry to development within the Designation. Zoning AmendmentThe Bylawzoning No. 3667change proposes to amend Electoral Area B - Shawnigan Lakedeveloped Zoning Bylaw for No. 985 by rezoning Lotslots. A and B, Blocks (RF-50/50). allowed the subject area to be 41 residential Covenant Amendment Bylaw No. 3667Electoral proposes toArea amendBElectoral Area B - Shawnigan Lake Zoning 985by by rezoning rezoning Lots A and Blocks Zoning Amendment Bylaw No.Zoning 3667 proposes to amend - Shawnigan Lake Zoning BylawBylaw No.No. 985 Lots AB, and B, Blocks 201, 270 and 281, Malahat District, Plan EPP9371 andNo. Lot 26, District 201,itMalahat District, Plan VIP78459,for frompark Ecological Eco-land FB389713 was associated with Bylaw 3338 inLot that secured commitments and Conservation, conservation 201, 270 and 281, Malahat District, Plan EPP9371 and Lot 26, District Lot 201, Malahat District, Plan VIP78459, from Ecological Conservation, Eco201, 270 and 281, Malahat District, Plan EPP9371 and Lot 26, District Lot 201, Malahat District, Plan VIP78459, from Ecological Conservation, EcoForestry, Agro-Forestry, Low Density and Hamlet sub zones to Conservation/Eco-Forestry CD-1A, Rural Residential CD-1B, Rural Residential CD-1C, Forestry, Agro-Forestry, Low Density andto Hamlet sublands. zones toAmong Conservation/Eco-Forestry CD-1A, RuralFB389713 Residential CD-1B, Ruralthat Residential CD-1C, dedication and improvements those other things, Covenant required fencing be and Mixed Use CD-1D subzones, as shown on Map 2. In addition to creating new sub zones, the amendment bylaw also rezones lake surfaces to Forestry, Agro-Forestry, Low Density sub zones to Conservation/Eco-Forestry Residential Rural Residential CD-1C, and Mixedand Use Hamlet CD-1D subzones, as shown on Map In addition to creating newCD-1A, sub zones,Rural the amendment bylaw CD-1B, also rezones lake surfaces to constructed along boundaries asfora2.“Agro-forestry”, condition of“Conservation subdivision. Water Conservancy (W-1)park and includes definitions covenant”, “Eco-forestry” and “Eco-forestry covenant”. Water and2.includes definitions “Agro-forestry”, “Conservation covenant”, “Eco-forestry” and also “Eco-forestry covenant”. and Mixed Use CD-1D subzones, asConservancy shown on(W-1) Map In addition to for creating new sub zones, the amendment bylaw rezones lake surfaces to Water Conservancy (W-1) and MAP includes definitions for “Agro-forestry”, covenant”, “Eco-forestry” and has “Eco-forestry Fencing was constructed with the first “Conservation phase but the developer requestedcovenant”. that fencing 1 MAP 2of the subdivision, MAP 1 MAP 2 not be required for the second phase, and that the park boundary be marked with signage instead. The CVRD Board has directed that a public MAP 1 MAP 2hearing be held so that the public can be informed of the request and given an opportunity to comment before it is considered.

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SOUTH COWICHAN OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 3666 AND ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 3667 (APPLICABLE TO ELECTORAL AREA B - SHAWNIGAN LAKE) Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held as follows to consider the above described Amendment Bylaws:

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PriorShawnigan to the public hearing, written comments on the bylaws by: The Monday, proposed Amendment theShawnigan “Elkington Lands”, subject date January 31, 2013 Bylaws time 7:00apply p.m. to place Lake Community Centre - 2804 Lake Road, submit Shawnigan Lake Prior to the public hearing, submit written comments on the bylaws by: property shown outlined in black and shaded on the above Maps 1 & 2. The proposed Amendment Bylaws apply to the “Elkington Lands”, subject Two Cowichan Valley football players are Fax: 250-746-2621 The purposes ofoutlined the Amendment Bylaws are to: property shown in black and shaded on the above Maps 1 & 2. Email: ds@cvrd.bc.ca, or attending Senior Bowl events this week, culminFax: 250-746-2621 South Cowichan Official Community Plan Amendement Bylaw No. 3666 proposes to amend South Cowichan Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 3510 The purposes of the Amendment Bylaws are to: Mail and/or Deposited at the Regional District offices by 4:30 p.m. • adjust, on the site, where residential uses were permitted; Email: ds@cvrd.bc.ca, or development ating on Saturday with the big game featuring by replacing the current Community Land Stewardship Designation Policies with new policies that apply to within the Designation. At the public hearing, all persons who deem their interests affected byhearing. the proposed covenant amendment will onMail the and/or day of the • harmonize zoning with Official Community Plan policy; Deposited at the Regional District offices by 4:30 p.m. • adjust, on the site, where residential uses were permitted; the best graduating players in the province. be afforded an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions, on matters contained therein, before Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3667 proposes to amend Electoral Area B Shawnigan Lake Zoning Bylaw No. 985 by rezoning Lots A and B, Blocks • allow “equestrian facility” as a permitted use in the on public the day of the on hearing. • harmonize zoning with Official Community Plan policy; Justin Young, who played on Cowichan’s offenThe hearing January 31, 2013 is to be help by Directors B. Fraser, 201, 270 and 281, Malahat District, Plan EPP9371 and Lot 26, District Lot 201, Malahat District, Plan VIP78459, from Ecological Conservation, Ecorepresentatives of the Regional Board. Prior to the public hearing, submit written comments on the Bylaws by:Board Mixed Use CD-1 Sub-Zone; and • allow “equestrian facility” as a permitted use in the sive and defensive lines in the 2015 season, and M.The Walker, M. Marcotte as delegates ofisthe Board. Abycopy of the B. publicand hearing on January 31, 2013 to be help Directors Forestry, Agro-Forestry, Low Density and Hamlet sub zones to Conservation/Eco-Forestry CD-1A, Rural Residential CD-1B, Rural Residential CD-1C, Fraser, • adjust zoning so that it can be more easily administered. Mixed Use CD-1 Sub-Zone; and Fax: 250-746-2621 quarterback Bremen Conville are both taking resolution makingM. theMarcotte delegation is availableof forthe public inspection Walker, as delegates Board. A copytoalong of thewith Board and Mixed Use CD-1D subzones, as shown on Map 2. In addition to creating newM. sub zones,and the amendment bylaw also rezones lake surfaces • adjust zoning so that it can be more easily administered. The proposed amendment does not increase the permitted number of part in the week-long camp. copies of themaking amendment bylaws asisset out in this notice. Email: ds@cvrd.bc.ca resolution the delegation available forcovenant”. public inspection along with Water Conservancy (W-1) and includes definitions for “Agro-forestry”, “Conservation covenant”, “Eco-forestry” and “Eco-forestry residential units, or decrease thethe area for conservation and eco-forestry, “Justin was solid for us on D-line and had to The proposed amendment does not increase the permitted number of175 Ingram Mail and/or deposit at Regional District office, Duncan, BC, comments V9L 1N8, until 4:30 copies of the amendment bylaws as set out insupport this notice. copy of Street, the proposed amendment bylaws and relevant material maypm be on Prior to theAexamined public hearing, submit written on the bylaws by: The proposed apply to the “Elkington Lands”, subject as those have been established by restrictive covenant. play double duty at O-line,” said OpieAmendment Williams, Bylaws residential units, or decrease the area for conservation and eco-forestry, at the Regional District Planning and Development Department office: Tuesday, March 22, 2016. MAP 1 MAP 2 A copy of the proposed amendment bylaws and relevant support material may be property shown outlined and shaded above Maps 1 interests & 2. affected by as those have been on established by restrictive covenant. who coached the midget Timbermen last fall.in black At the public hearing, all the persons who deem their examined the Regional District 175 IngramatStreet, Duncan, BCPlanning and Development Department office: Fax: 250-746-2621 “Braemon was great The and stepped upoftothe theAmendment QB thethe proposed amendments will bewho afforded opportunity toaffected be heard purposes Bylaws areshould to:all persons At public hearing, deemantheir interests by The public not assume that correspondence submitted on the proposed covenant area 175 Ingram Street, Duncan, BCto Thursday, From Monday, January January 31, 2013,prior to Email: ds@cvrd.bc.ca, or 21, 2013 or toproposed present written submission onafforded matters contained therein, before position [from receiver] for us this year.” the amendments will be an opportunity to be heard between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday commencement of the statutory notification period on, Friday, March 11, 2016, will be made available to the representatives of thesubmission Regional Board. Monday, January 2013 to Thursday, 31,by 2013, Young and Conville• will also be representing Mail and/orFrom Deposited at the21, Regional DistrictJanuary offices 4:30 p.m. adjust, on the site, where residential uses were permitted; or to present written on matters contained therein, before Regional Board. Please be advised that the CVRD Board cannot receive correspondence or comments following between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday the Timbermen at Star Bowl next month, along representatives of the Regional Board. on the day of the hearing. • harmonize zoning with Official Community Plan policy;

the close of the public hearing. For further information, please call the Planning & Development Department at with seven of their Cowichan teammates. for more information, please contact allow “equestrian facility” as a permitted use in the Joining them at Star• Bowl will be: 250-746-2620. public hearing on January 31, 2013 is to be help by Directors B. Fra Rob Conway, Manager, Development Services Division, Planning & DevelopmentThe Department Mixed Use CD-1 Sub-Zone; and for more information, please contact Tyler Hudson — “This is Tyler’s second year 250-746-2620 M. Walker, and M. Marcotte as delegates of the Board. A copy of the Bo Rob Conway, Manager, Development Services Division, Planning & Development Department at Star Bowl team,” • adjust zoning so that it can be more easily administered. Williams noted. “Having Please note that all correspondence submitted toresolution the CVRDmaking in response to this Notice will formfor part of the public along 250-746-2620 the delegation is available public inspection Tyler out for five games hurt and having him record and will be published in a meeting agenda that is posted online when this matter is before the Board or a Theagainst proposed amendment back for the final game Victoria was does not increase the permitted number of copies of the amendment bylaws as set out in this notice. Committee of the Board. The CVRD considers the author’s address relevant to the Board’s consideration of this huge.” residential units, or decrease the area for conservation and eco-forestry, A copy of the proposed amendment bylaws and relevant support material may be matter and will disclose this personal information. The author’s phone number and email address is not relevant Kain Melchior — “This is also Kain’s second as those have been establishedand by restrictive at the Regional District and Development should notcovenant. be included in the correspondenceexamined IF the author does not wish Planning this personal informationDepartment disclosed.office: year to be going to Star Bowl. Kain played running back and receiver for us andhearing, made a key Please contact theinterests Planningaffected & Development Department at 250-746-2620 or 1-800-665-3955, or the Recording At the public all persons who deem their by 175 Ingram Street, Duncan, BC impact in games.” Secretary at the time of submission. For more information on disclosure, contact the CVRD FOI Coordinator at afforded an opportunity to be heard Garion Ferguson —the “It proposed is great toamendments have Gari- will be 250-746-2507 or 1-800-665-3955. From Monday, January 21, 2013 to Thursday, January 31, 2013, to our present on matters contained therein, before on going this year. Heor was otherwritten lock onsubmission the between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday defensive back position this year.” representatives of the Regional The Board. PublicAmendment Hearing Bylaws is to be held by“Elkington the Electoral forpublic Electoral Areas E,comments F and on D the asbylaws delegates of the Prior to the hearing, submit written by: The proposed apply to the Lands”, Area subjectDirectors James Dennis-Orr — “James really stepped up property shown outlined inregarding black and shaded on the aboveamendment Maps 1 & 2. Board. A decision the covenant request will not be made until the record of Public Hearing as a leader on the offensive line this year.” Fax: 250-746-2621 The purposes of the Bylaws are to: is presented toAmendment the Board. Email: ds@cvrd.bc.ca, or Jake Borserio — “Jake made a big difference to for games more information , please contact• adjust, on the site, where residential uses were permitted; Mail and/or Deposited at the Regional District offices by 4:30 p.m. our running game to the he was in.” the day ofresolution the hearing. Rob Conway, Manager, Development • harmonize zoning with Official Community Plan policy; Services Planning &FB389713, Development Bylaw Department Wyatt Faickney — “Wyatt struggled at receiver A copyDivision, of Covenant No. 3338, theon Board delegating the holding of the • allow “equestrian facility” as a permitted use in the but we moved him to D-line where he excelled.” 250-746-2620 The public hearing onrequest, January 31,and 2013 isother to be help by Directors B. that Fraser, public hearing, staff reports regarding the covenant amendment documents Mixed Use CD-1 Sub-Zone; and Derion Hughes — “Derion was a great addition M. Walker, and M. Marcotte as delegates of the Board. A copy of the Board may be considered by the Board, are available for public inspection at the Regional District Planning & • adjust zoning so that it can be more easily administered. to our DB core this year, making some big plays.” resolution making the delegation is available for public inspection along with Development Department office: The proposed amendment does not increase the permitted number of copies of the amendment bylaws as set out in this notice. An honourable mention is Mitch Hinton, who residential units, or decrease the area for conservation and eco-forestry, was named to the Star Bowl team, but will miss it A copy of the proposed amendment bylaws and relevant support material may be as those have been established by restrictive 175 Ingram Street, Duncan, BC covenant. examined at the Regional District Planning and Development Department office: due to a shoulder injury suffered last fall. Many of the Star Bowl and Senior Bowl playAt the public hearing, all persons who deem their interests affected by 175 Ingram Street, Duncan, BC ers were also award-winners for the Timbermen the proposed amendments affordedtoanTuesday, opportunity March to be heard From Friday, Marchwill 11,be2016, 22, 2016, between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm, Monday From Monday, January 21, 2013 to Thursday, January 31, 2013, orthrough to present Friday. written submission matters last fall, including Melchior (MVP), Hudson (Best A copyon of the contained materialtherein, maybefore also be viewed on the CVRD website at the following address: between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday representatives of the Regional Board. Offensive Lineman), Borserio (Best Offensive http://www.cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1282 Back), Young (Best Defensive Lineman), Hinton (Best Linebacker), Ferguson (Best Defensive for more information please contact FOR MORE , INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT Back), and Dennis-Orr (Most Inspirational). Rob Conway, Manager, Development Services Division, Planning & Development Department Rob Conway, Manager, Development Services Division, Planning & Development Department, at 250-746-2620 Other award winners for the fall season were 250-746-2620 7509771 Mitchell Gudgeon (Best Receiver), Amish Dobson (Special Teams), Lucas Grosse (Rookie) and Brad Staedel (Most Sportsmanlike).

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

IN MEMORIAM

DEATHS

Kevin William Sparks

Tammy Hermary

Christina Elise McLeod November 24, 1983 ~ March 20, 2000 “If there ever comes a day when we can’t be together, keep me in your heart, I’ll stay there forever.” -Winnie the Pooh

Loved and missed by all of your family.

DEATHS

September 22, 1960 ~ March 19, 2015

October 2, 1948 ~ March 13, 2016

Love ~ our love for you will never die. Light ~ we know that’s where you are. Laughter ~ we miss this the most, and hugs, and your wisdom, your beautiful soul and beautiful you. Love you, Denise, Holly and Sandy

DEATHS

Roberta Lynn Ketch

Betty Mae Crabbe

April 26, 1929 to March 8, 2016 Betty passed away peacefully at Victoria Hospice after a lengthy (and determined!) battle with cancer. Betty was born in Spalding, Sask, the third daughter to Gwen and Arthur Masters. Though born into depression years, they enjoyed a happy family life and all the activities of a small prairie town. In 1944, having endured enough prairie winters, her family moved to the coast and settled in Duncan, where Betty completed her last two years of high school. After training in Victoria, Betty and sister Joan went back to Duncan to teach at Duncan Elementary in 1947. In 1954, Betty, then married, moved to Victoria and began teaching at Frank Hobbs Elementary in Cadboro Bay. And thus began an over sixty year relationship with the Cadboro Bay community. Ten years later, then divorced, she married Hector Alexander, a widower with two children, Lesley and Mark, both of whom had been her students at Frank Hobbs. Betty was grateful for her ready made family. Later came grandson Alex, a happy addition! Following Hector’s death in 1999, Betty kept busy with her life at St Georges, where she had joined the choir in 1954. She was also a long time member of Uplands Golf Club, having joined in 1954 (this was obviously a pivotal year in Betty’s life!) and was Ladies Captain in 1975. She loved the game and the special friends she made at Uplands. In 2007, Betty married David Crabbe, a long time friend who was widowed. This added to her family with Deborah, Pat, their spouses and children Ruby and Daniel. Betty was predeceased by David in 2011 and her sister Joan Guthrie in 2014. She is remembered by family Mark Alexander (Deb), Lesley Anderson (Dave), Deborah Carriere (Gilles), Pat Crabbe (Lil), and their children Alex, Daniel, Ruby, Allison, Erik, Tristin and Baylie, her sister Mary Owens and nephew and niece Ross & Janine Guthrie. Betty will also be remembered by her family at St George’s and many, many friends. Betty was such a wonderful person…we are all the poorer for her passing, but so much richer for having had her in our lives. Betty’s family is grateful for the excellent care and compassion she received over these past 10 years. Dr Irvin Pathak and his receptionist Dawn, always available and supportive, Dr Jamie Kaukinen and staff, the BC Cancer Clinic, the whole medical team at RJH 7 South and the VIHA Royal Oak Health Care Unit – Home & Community Care…with special thanks to nurses Stephanie and Shelley who made her home health care such a treat. In addition, we cannot adequately express our appreciation to Victoria Hospice. Every member of this amazing team provided compassionate, loving care. We especially thank Dr Gail, nurses Susan, Madeleine, Shirley and counsellor Michelle for their empathy and guidance through Betty’s final journey. A celebration of her life will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, March 19th, 2016 at St. George’s Anglican Church, 3909 St. George’s Lane, Victoria, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Victoria Hospice or Canada Cancer Society – Cancer Research.

(nee Robson) 1962 ~ 2016

With great sadness we announce the passing of Berta Ketch, surrounded by her family, on March 13, 2016 at Cowichan District Hospital in Duncan. She is lovingly remembered by her husband Steve; daughters Sarah and Whitney; father David Robson; siblings Bonnie, Heather and Dave; numerous family and friends. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, bingo and animals but most of all spending time with family and friends. Berta lived life to the fullest. You always knew when Berta was in the room because of her laughter. She would energize the room! At Berta’s request there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Berta’s memory to the Canadian Liver Foundation or the Cowichan Valley SPCA. Special thanks to the doctors and nursing staff of CDH for their love and care, your kindness will not be forgotten. Condolences may be shared online at www.sandsduncan.ca God saw you getting tired And a cure was not to be So He put His arms around you And whispered ‘Come with Me.’ With tearful eyes We watched you suffer And saw you fade away Although we loved you dearly We could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating Hard working hands at rest God broke our hearts to prove He only takes the best. It’s lonesome here without you We miss you more each day Life doesn’t seem the same Since you’ve gone away. When days are sad and lonely And everything goes wrong We seem to hear you whisper ‘Cheer up and carry on.’ Each time we see your picture You seem to smile and say ‘Don’t cry, I’m in God’s keeping We’ll meet again someday.’ SANDS of DUNCAN 250-746-5212

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With sadness we announce the sudden but peaceful passing of Kevin Sparks (Sparky). Kevin’s gone fishin to the big river in the sky. Kevin leaves behind his wife Carol, daughters Lisa (Matt) and Panagiota (Andy), grandchildren Kaitlyn, Juliane, Alexander and Priya. His brother Steve and his dog Buddy. He also had many friends and relatives. We invite all who knew Kevin to join us in a celebration of life on Thursday March 24, at the Comox Legion from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served. In lieu of flowers a donation to his favorite charity - Wheels for Wellness would be appreciated. “Tight lines and straight shootin” “How big? How many?” DEATHS

GEORGE A. RODGER 1924 - 2016 Captain George Rodger was a veteran of WW II and will be truly missed by family and friends. FIRST MEMORIAL FUNERAL SERVICES 250-748-2134

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Joan Mary Adams January 6, 1920 – February 23, 2016 Our dear mother and grandmother died very peacefully at Chemainus Health Care Centre holding her daughters’ hands. Mom was predeceased by Dad, Donald Richard Adams (Feb 16, 1990) and their granddaughter, Charmon Garbett (Oct 22, 1974). Mom’s only surviving sibling is Allan (Naty) Garbett of Mississauga, ON; five siblings predeceased her. Mom is survived by her children: John (Marie) Garbett, Clearwater, BC; Sheila (Buck) Mason, Duncan, BC; Dennis (Cheryl) Adams, Alliston, ON; Mel (Bev) Adams, Everett, ON; Murray, Edmonton, AB; Patrick, Surrey, BC; Rosemary Adams, Duncan, BC; Sue McLeod, Duncan, BC. Mom nursed for many years at Simcoe Manor Home for Aged, Beeton ON. Dad and Mom farmed in Essa and Adjala Township growing potatoes, raspberries and having many cattle on both farms. They moved to Vancouver Island in 1972 where Mom renewed her nursing career at Cowichan District Hospital, nursing on surgical and paediatrics. They were always busy with the many grandchildren in their lives, enjoying all of the new babies arriving. Mom was in her own home until she was 94 with help from Cowichan Home Support and family. She loved to travel to parts of BC and to ON to visit family. She loved country music and was thrilled to meet Merle Haggard and Johnny Reid and have her picture taken with them. Mom loved her flowers and thrift store shopping and made many friends. Left to have many memories of Mom are 28 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. Two more grandchildren are arriving in August and October. Thanks Mom and Granny for a beautiful legacy. The family would like to thank Dr. Grimes and Dr. Ibrahim for their kindness toward Mom; also the wonderful staff at Chemainus Health Care. We thank you so much. No service by request. Cremation and a private family gathering will be held at a later date. Donations may be made in Mom’s name to SPCA; Mom loved her animals.

Forever in our hearts. We love you Mom. Thanks for being a wonderful Mom and Grandmother.

A thought of sweet remembrance from one who thinks of you.

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Eleanor Ruth Miller (nĂŠe Taylor) We are sad to announce the passing of Eleanor Ruth Miller (nĂŠe Taylor), at the age of 92 years, on February 22, 2016 in Nanaimo, BC. Eleanor was predeceased by her husband of 55 years, Steve, in 1999 and brothers, Cliff in 1978, Bert in 1989, and Roger in 1994. Eleanor is survived by her brother, Norval Taylor of Kamloops, BC, and sister, Mayme Henning of Edson, Alberta, as well as many nieces and nephews and their families. Eleanor was born January 13, 1924 at home in the Lochinvar District in Alberta. She married Steve N. Miller August 14, 1943 in Edson, Alberta. They moved to Burmis, Alberta where Steve worked as a sawyer. From there they moved to Vancouver Island and spent many of their years in the Cowichan Valley area. They lived on the lake in Caycuse until Steve retired from the logging industry and then they moved to Ladysmith. After Steve passed away, Eleanor stayed in their house in Ladysmith until 2008 when she moved to Wexford Creek in Nanaimo. Over the years, Eleanor met many people and made many long lasting friendships. Although Steve and Eleanor did not have children of their own, they had many nephews, nieces, and friends that were like part of the family and they loved to spend time with them. Many they taught to waterski at Caycuse or took them berry picking, boating, or fishing. They always had time for anyone who stopped in for a visit, and Eleanor was quick to offer a meal. Eleanor loved horses, as she grew up on a farm in Alberta, and had many a story to tell. Through the years, Eleanor had many hobbies. She was an avid rock hound, making jewellery from many different types of rocks. She also enjoyed berry picking to make pies, jams, or jellies, as well as fishing, camping, and boating. Eleanor always loved to dress up in costume and have a good laugh. She also enjoyed researching the family history and loved to tell stories of her life. Eleanor will be greatly missed by all of her family and friends. A memorial service for Eleanor will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, April 2, 2016 at Sands Funeral Chapel, 1 Newcastle Ave, Nanaimo, BC. She has been laid to rest beside Steve at Cedar Valley Memorial Gardens. Sands Nanaimo

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CLEANING SERVICES AWESOME Housekeeper with 31 yrs Exp. Tons of excellent refs. call 250-715-1185 mclemente@shaw.ca FOR ALL your cleaning, cooking and laundry needs. Island Domestic has experienced housekeepers. We also do apartments, offices and one-time cleans. Serving Mill Bay to Ladysmith. Bonded, Insured, WCB, registered with DVA. 250-710-0864. www.islanddomestic services.ca

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PRODUCE MANAGER NANAIMO Country Grocer is currently recruiting for a Produce Manager in one of our Nanaimo stores. Must have minimum 3 years produce management experience. For full details visit us at: www.countrygrocer.com/about-us/careers/ Offering competitive wages, an extensive benefits plan and p pension p plan. Please apply by email to: kmaestrello@countrygrocer.com

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MEDICAL/DENTAL

LOOKING FOR TEMPORARY / ON CALL REGISTERED DENTAL HYGIENIST

Wood Supply Manager

Wage commensurate with skills and experience. Please send resumes with references to john@liveedgedesign.com www.liveedgedesign.com

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FINANCIAL SERVICES GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

Dana Joâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gardening â&#x153;ą CERTIFIED GARDENER Specializing in: â&#x20AC;˘ Winter Pruning â&#x20AC;˘ General Maintenance â&#x20AC;˘ Yard clean-up â&#x20AC;˘ Design & installations

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HANDYPERSONS HANDYMAN SERVICES

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

HAULING AND SALVAGE

COWICHAN Hauling & Moving

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

HOME IMPROVEMENTS CUSTOM TILE WORKS Professional installation of ceramic, mosaic & quarry tiles, slate, glass blocks, etc. Repairs. 30 yrs experience. FOR ESTIMATE CALL 250-710-5712 FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928.

Cowichan Valley Citizen

TEMPORARY/PT/SEASONAL

SUMMER STUDENT OPPORTUNITY Catalyst Paper, Crofton Division is hiring summer students to perform general clean-up, labouring work and computer work. To be eligible you must be a full time student, registered in a post-secondary educational institute. If you meet the requirements and are interested in summer employment please submit your resume, cover letter and required documentation proving that you are attending full-time school in the fall of 2016 by March 28, 2016 to our Career Centre at www.catalystpaper.com. HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

RESPONSIBLE CARRIERS WANTED & P/T OR ON-CALL CARRIERS

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

PETS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

LANDSCAPING

LESSONS/TRAINING

GARAGE SALES

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

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SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT.

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

TOTAL RENOVATIONS

Carpenter will do additions, Carports, Decks, Siding, Flooring, Painting, Finishing, Plumbing, Fences Pres-washing, plus more. All work guaranteed.

JC PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Providing reliable, friendly service and quality workmanship. For your lawn, hedge and yard maintenance. Call Joel today for a free quote. 250-710-6730

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HELP WANTED

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FUNDRAISER SALE

4 PAWS 4 AGILITY Come have fun with your dog!

Classes start Mar. 30/16 Registration 6:00 p.m. For more info phone: Cheryl: 250-748-9729 Judy: 250-748-9437 Del: 250-748-6071

PLUMBING

RESPONSIBLE PART TIME & ON-CALL CARRIERS WANTED IN ALL AREAS FOR VACATION OR SHORT NOTICE COVERAGE

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE APPLIANCES 15 CU.FT. freezer, $100. White apt. size fridge, $100. White 22 cuft fridge, $300. White 30â&#x20AC;? range, $150. Kenmore washer, $200. GE washer, $200. Maytag dryer, $100. GE Dryer, $150. Built-in dishwashers, $100-$150. 6 month warranty on all appliances. Please call Greg at (250)2469859.

GARAGE SALES DONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T MISS THIS! Cowichan Family Life Thrift Store

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Advertising Consultant

OUR MARCH SALE IS EARLY!

Thursday, Friday, Saturday March 17, 18, 19th. 10am-5pm. Stocked up & replenishing throughout Sale! ESTATE GARAGE SALE. Sat. & Sun., Mar.19 & 20, 9am-4pm. 1327 Duffield Dr., Cobble Hill. ESTATE SALE 1243 Margaret Pl., Duncan Sat., March 19, 9:00 to 1:00

The Comox Valley Record, a twice-weekly award winning community newspaper, has an immediate opening for a full-time Advertising Consultant. This is a career opportunity for a motivated self-starter that can thrive in a competitive sales environment. Candidates will be required to meet sales targets while deepening relationships with existing clients through superior customer service and strong sales skills. They will be expected to develop new business, employing extensive prospecting and cold-calling techniques.

GARAGE SALE

1476 Shawnigan Lake Rd. E.

We offer a great working environment with a competitive remuneration and a strong benefits package. Black Press is Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading private independent newspaper company with more than 170 community, daily and urban newspapers in Canada and the U.S. and has extensive digital and printing operations. Please email your resume with cover letter by Thursday, March 31, 2016, to: Chrissie Bowker, Publisher publisher@comoxvalleyrecord.com Thank you to all who apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

7305 Bell McKinnon Rd Early birds donate $10 to MS!!

*KIWANIS FLEA MARKET* EVERY SAT. FROM 9AM TIL 2PM. Girl Guide Hall: 321 Cairnsmore St. For info phone Pat at 250-748-1200 or Dave at 250-746-3616

MOVING, 3335 Renita Ridge Sat. & Sun., Mar. 19th & 20th, 9:00AM - 3:00PM. Furniture, sofa bed, ladies clothes & shoes, tire chains; too much to mention. NO EARLY BIRDS!! MOVING - LOTS OF STUFF. Sat & Sun. March 19 & 20, 9am-3pm. 1735 Wilmot Rd, Cowichan Bay. Furniture, books, tools, gardening supplies, antiques, dishes, clothes, treasures... and much, much more! Items are good quality and are in good or better condition. Looking for something specific? Just ask we probably have it! MOVING SALE. Sat & Sun, Mar. 19 & 20. 9am - 2pm. 6363 Milson Pl. Corner of Donnay & Milson just passed Maple Bay School. Patio Furn., Plant Pots, BBQ, Coolers, Tent, Ladders, Kitchen Stuff, Motorcycle Jackets.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE POLE BARNS, Shops, steel buildings metal clad or fabric clad. Complete supply and installation. Call John at 403998-7907; jcameron@advancebuildings.com. REFORESTATION NURSERY seedlings of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterbelts or landscaping. Spruce & Pine from $0.99/tree. Free Shipping. Replacement guarantee. Call 1-866-873-3846 or visit www.treetime.ca

Sat., March 19 9am - 1 pm No Early Birds Please.

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MISCELLANEOUS WANTED FIREARM BUYER

looking for any type, any condition of firearms, whole estates to single, fair market value paid, have all licences to purchase. Call (250)667-4862.

REAL ESTATE HOUSES FOR SALE

Custom 5-year old 1515 sq. ft. rancher with remaining warranty. Level entry with over-width doors for walker. Drive by at 3020 Keystone Dr. and make an appointment to view at 250.746.7599 RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO 1-bdrm near Chemainus Village Square; $700. Available April 1st. Call 250.246.1399

BIG RENTAL SALECrofton Motel 1Bdrm: $69./night, $385./wk, $799./mo. 2Bdrm: $89/night, $999./mo. with kitchen, inclds everything! 250-246-9222 or 250-510-8000 1568 Chaplin St., www.croftinn.com

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STEEL BUILDING sale. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Big blow out sale-clear out pricing in effect now!â&#x20AC;? 20x20 $5,444 25x26 $6,275 28x28 $7,454 30x30 $8,489 32x34 $10,328 42x50 $15,866. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422 or visit us online: www.pioneersteel.ca

Brand new 900 sq.ft. apt 2-bdrm/1-bath; N/S; no pets. Appliances & in-house laundry. $1050 /mos. Available April 1, 2016. Email:

Barbara Leigh

The ability to work independently in a fastpaced environment while adhering to regular deadlines will be important for success. Candidates considered for the position will be results oriented, strong communicators and be willing to learn and adapt in an everchanging business environment. Previous sales experience is preferred. A car and valid drivers license are required.

Proceeds to MS

Sat. March 26, 2016 9:00AM to 2:00PM

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

FOR LEASE

chrisclement@shaw.ca -or- Cell: 250-709-0576

CARS 2012 Honda Civic 55,500 km. - second owner. Manufacturer 100,000 km. extended warranty included with vehicle. Price $15,500.00. Phone Bob at 250-743-6686 SPORTS & IMPORTS FOR Sale - 2006 Honda Civic Sedan 63,000 km. Asking $3500. Phone 250-746-1747.

11,402 sq. ft. steel frame warehouse in industrial park area of Cobble Hill, BC. Clear span, ample power and plenty of yard space. Net rent is only $7.50 psf and op and tax costs are $3.00 psf. The yard is paved and secure with fencing around the perimeter. Great opportunity for industrial user who wants affordable space with only a short commute to Victoria, Duncan or Nanaimo.

Contact Peter Tanner at Firm Management: 250-544-2300

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Friday, March 18, 2016

VALLEY CALENDAR

| Cowichan Valley Citizen

VALLEY Calendar

• Men’s Open Darts Shoot, Comox Legion, 1825 Comox Ave., Saturday, March 19, Toe Line Doubles 10 a.m., singles to follow, $20 per player per event. Pre-register by March 18: 250-339-9592 or 250-339-2112 or email dcwillington@ gmail.com • South Cowichan Healthcare Auxiliary annual Lemon and Lavender Tea, March 20, 2-4 p.m., Mill Bay Community Hall (1001 Shawnigan-Mill Bay Road, next to the arena). Admission free. Baking, crafts, raffles, and fun. Tea with dainty sandwiches and sweets $7 per ticket. Tickets pre-sold from Sandy 270-743-3158 or Nadine 250-709-8997, or can be bought at the door. • Free Family Caregiver Workshop, Alzheimer Society of B.C., April 2, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., St. Ann’s Garden Club at Providence Farm, 1843 Tzouhalem Rd. Pre-registration required: Jane Hope 1-800-462-2833 or jhope@alzheimerbc. org • Somenos Women’s Institute Celebration of 80 Years Tea Saturday, April 2, 204 p.m., Duncan United Church. Entertainment: Fashion Show by Heritage Costume group from Victoria modeling costumes from the 1930s and 40s; Dutch Auction of crafts, gift baskets. Doors open 1:30 p.m. Tea tickets $15 each, Duncan United Church office or Somenos Women’s Institute members. Info: 250-748-5820. • Cowichan Valley Garden Club annual spring perennial plant sale Saturday, April 9, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 486 Jubilee St., St. John’s Anglican Church Hall. • Island Oak High School info sessions

TELUS STEPS UP FOR PIER RESTORATION

Plus Activity Centre in Lake Cowichan presents Sky Valley Salt Spring Jazz on Saturday, March 19, 6-8 p.m., with the Four Cowichan Lake Tenors from 8-9 p.m. Admission $5, snacks on sale. Doors open 5:30 p.m. Info: 250-749-6121. • Chemainus Seniors Drop-in Centre pot luck birthday party, March 19, 5-8 p.m. • Chemainus Seniors Drop-in Centre April 2 Centre spring clean-up day. Volunteer sign up sheet at Centre.

Meetings • 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.

Theatre Telus presents the Cowichan Wooden Boat Society with a $5,000 cheque on Saturday, Feb. 20, to help with a major restoration of the Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre’s pier. From left: Lori Iannidinardo, CVRD director for Cowichan Bay, Greg Fotos, Telus field support manager for Cowichan Valley, Lauren Barnard, Telus senior regional market manager, Ion Barnes, president of Cowichan Wooden Boat Society board of directors, and Yvan Harvey, Cowichan Wooden Boat Society member and Telus employee. [SUBMITTED PHOTO]

for patents and students interested in grades 8-12 Waldorf educational program. Wednesday, April 20, 6:30-8 p.m., Shawnigan Lake Community Centre, 2804 Shawnigan Lake Road; Monday, April 25, 6:30-8 p.m., Island Oak High School, 5814 Banks Rd., Duncan; Wed-

nesday, April 27, 6-7:30 p.m., Vancouver Island Regional Library Ladysmith branch, #3-740 First Ave. • Register for Garden Pals, free community garden program for children and parents, Jubilee Community Garden in Centennial Park. Learn to garden

SPECIAL FEATURE EDITION!

Seniors • Winter Nights Coffee House at the 50

Arts • Come celebrate 47 years of art with the Chemainus Sketch Club April 7. Gallery show and tea 12-1:30 p.m., Coastal Community Credit Union, Willow St., Chemainus. Free admission. • “The Joy of Drawing” with Alison Watt, guest artist at the Chemainus Sketch Club, April 13, 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m., Fuller Lake Arena. Free to new members.

2016 COWICHAN LAKE

VISITOR’S GUIDE

nal o i t ra i p s In

Points of interest • Content about Lake Cowichan area • 10,000 + Circulation • Island Visitor Centres • Full colour guide • In Time for Sunfest which attracts over, 22,000 visitors • Limited space • Handy book size

Women in business or businesses wanting to honor their female employee or employees in our special feature in March. A sales associate can help you with all the details.

To advertise in this visitors guide, please call one of our reps. GUIDE WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR SUNFEST VISITORS TO LAKE COWICHAN.

Heather Boehmer Heather.boehmer@cowichanvalleycitizen.com Vi Moffatt Violet.moffatt@cowichanvalleycitizen.com

Call 250-748-2666

Darin Lashman Darin.lashman@cowichanvalleycitizen.com Lauri Meanley Lauri.meanley@cowichanvalleycitizen.com

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Shirley Skolos Publisher/Sales Director Shirley.skolos@cowichanvalleycitizen.com

Call 250-748-2666

and take something home each time. Info: www.duncangarden.com. Phone: 250-748-0580.

• Island Oak High School senior play Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Comedy of Errors March 17, 6 p.m.; March 18, 2 and 6 p.m., Mercury Theatre, Duncan. Suggested donation $10 per ticket.

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Miscellaneous

Heather Boehmer Heather.boehmer@cowichanvalleycitizen.com Vi Moffatt Violet.moffatt@cowichanvalleycitizen.com Darin Lashman Darin.lashman@cowichanvalleycitizen.com Lauri Meanley Lauri.meanley@cowichanvalleycitizen.com Shirley Skolos Publisher/Sales Director Shirley.skolos@cowichanvalleycitizen.com

Friday, March 18, 2016

Business at a

GLANCE

Concrete Finishing

FULL DIMENSION ROUGH SAWN LUMBER/TIMBER

Form Work • Prep • & More

FREE ESTIMATES

For Professional Financial Advice Call Roger Bruce 250-715-3051

• Siding • Decking • Flooring

roger.bruce@nbc.ca

• Fencing

RRSPs, stocks/bonds, insurance, income ideas 25 years experience as a ﬁnancial advisor lifetime valley resident

• Post & Beams • T&G Soffit • Custom Cutting

Phone:

National Bank Financial 206-2763 Beverly Street, Duncan, BC

250-715-1678

733-0884

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Call to place your ad: 250-748-2666 Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm Email: shirley.skolos@cowichanvalleycitizen.com

• RED CEDAR • DOUGLAS FIR • YELLOW CEDAR

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National Bank Financial is an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of National Bank of Canada which is a public company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (NA:TSX).

Ask For Murray Logan yeolddogwood@hotmail.com

D.B.G. PAINTING Interior/Exterior

Barber School NOW

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OPEN

Get your diploma in barbering in just 6 months!

Seniors Discount

Program will be all day Sunday & Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Evenings

Dan Gardner 250-510-0289

PROGRAM STARTS IN SPRING 2016 Email gibsonsbarberschool@gmail.com for more info or call #105 – 2355 Millstream Rd.

INSURED | FREE ESTIMATES

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CHRISTY CABINETS

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COASTAL OUTBOARDS

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INDEPENDENT CRAFTSMAN Finishing Carpenter with 25 years experience Highest Quality Work Guaranteed!

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Walk Behind mower.

DOES YOUR OWN RV NEEDAN REPAIRS? DO YOU RV?

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Friday, March 18, 2016

| Cowichan Valley Citizen

CUT THE BULL!! AT DUNCAN HYUNDAI

WE’VE GOT: y t i n u TRUE MARKET TRADE VALUES Great Opport er Challenge

2013 Honda Civic STK #16-29aa

LOW PRESSURE BUYING MASSIVE SELECTION

ALL FINANCE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED

NO BULL

2012 Veloster STK #16-20A

2006 Tiburon STK #17-21a

NO BULL

2008 Santa Fe Ltd STK #16-109AA

2003 Nissan Murano STK #16-62a

NO BULL

2011 Hyundai Accent GL Sport STK #16-63A

NO BULL

2012 Kia Forte STK #16-03a

NO BULL

2012 Genesis Tech STK #15-156A

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$16,998 $7,880

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$10,487

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$13,900 NO BULL

$12,980 $7,500

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2013 Ford F150 Super Crew Cab 4X4 STK #16-160A

NO BULL

2014 Hyundai Veloster Turbo STK #15U23

2007 Chevy Malibu LS STK #15-204A

NO BULL

2009 Honda Civic DX-G STK #15-134A

NO BULL

2005 VW Jetta STK # 15-206AA

NO BULL

2009 Santa Fe Ltd STK #16-81A

NO BULL

2010 Corolla S STK #15-180A

2013 Fiat 500 Sport STK #16-47A 2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS STK #16-27A

2012 Hyundai Sonata Limited STK #16-49A

2801 Roberts Rd.

Mon - Thurs 8:30-6:00 Fri - Sat 8:30-5:30 Sun - 11:00-5:00

$11,400 $14,200 $5,300

$10,200 $17,000

866 224 9498

www.duncanhyundai.ca

DUNCAN HYUNDAI

NO BULL

$33,980 NO BULL

$19,999 $9,100

$11,700 NO BULL

$12,300 Locally Owned and Operated

DLR# 9988

PLUS APPLICABLE FEES AND TAXES

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