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In Remembrance . . . . . . . . . . . . Pages 8 & 9

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BCTS protects Roberts Creek headwaters forest BC Timber Sales (BCTS) recently confirmed that Cutblock DK045 has been canceled from future BCTS logging plans. The 17.6 hectare (43.4 acre) cutblock on Mt. Elphinstone’s north slope, contains yellow cedar and hemlock trees ranging in age from 800-1,800 years old. The area is part of a corridor between two wildlife habitat areas.

An October 22 email from Norm Kempe, Senior Forest Planner for BCTS’ Georgia Strait Division, states that Elphinstone Logging Focus (ELF), which lobbied for the area’s protection, brought forward enough “compelling reasons for preserving this stand of timber that we considered and concluded had reasonable merit.”

In August of 2013, Friends of Ecological Reserves (Victoria) conducted an exhaustive flora inventory of the area and then made a recommendation to have this forest become a new Ecological Reserve to highlight its bio-diversity.

“It’s very rewarding to know that this magnificent stand will remain for its own sake, and for future generations to appreciate,” said ELF’s Ross Muirhead. “We’d like to thank all those that supported this campaign, including BCTS staff who considered new information we brought forward about this block.” photo. Ross Muirhead

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ticipants can run, walk or dance-walk, then enjoy music and goodies afterwards, with a chance to win one of many great draw prizes!

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tries at Chatelech. Entry fees are set to rise on November 11, so participants are encouraged to save by signing up before midnight Sunday, November 10. All ages welcome; family rate available.

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Multi Material BC update: new criteria Multi Material BC (MMBC) is implementing a stewardship program for paper and packing that will come into force in BC in May 2014. Fees will be imposed on businesses that produce packaging, flyers, or any other printed materials that end up in residential recycling bins. As originally written, this regulation would have affected almost every business and nonprofit in the province.

The Gibsons Chamber of Commerce has been working with the BC Chamber (BCC) to bring in minimum thresholds. Earlier this fall, MMBC stopped registering businesses with less than $750,000 in gross revenues.

As of October, MMBC is now proposing that businesses meeting any one of these three criteria would have no reporting requirements: • Less than $1 million in gross revenue;

• Produce less than one ton of packaging, flyers, or any other printed materials material/year; • Single point of retail, not part of franchise or chain.

Businesses meeting at least one of the above criteria that have not received any correspondence from MMBC do not need to do anything at this time.

Businesses which have received a letter from MMBC asking if they are a ‘producer,’ and have not yet responded, are advised to write MMBC to advise them that the program does not apply to them.

Businesses which have signed a letter of intent, but have not registered as a producer, can provide MMBC with a signed declaration that will remove them from the MMBC contact list.

For any business already registered as a producer, there does not appear to be

an escape route at this time.

Even ‘producers’ with no reporting requirements will be charged a $150 annual administration fee. The BC Chamber is working with the government to have this changed.

TELUS drops long distance charges As of October 31, calls from Gibsons, Sechelt, Pender Harbour and Port Mellon to anywhere in Metro Vancouver will no longer be charged long distance fees and will be considered part of the local calling network. Calls from Metro Vancouver to the Sunshine Coast will still be charged long distance fees, and will become part of their local calling network during 2014.

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Sechelt Mayor John Henderson and Sechelt Innovations Ltd. (SIL) Board member Mark Sager (former Mayor of West Vancouver now practicing law on the Sunshine Coast) at the recent SIL launch. Photo Sheryl Hanula

Over 200 representatives from local businesses and government attended the launch of the District of Sechelt’s business development subsidiary on Wednesday, October 30, where Mayor John Henderson formally introduced the SIL’s Director of Business Development, Dave Jephcott, and the newly-appointed Board of Directors.

“Through SIL, Sechelt Council is taking action on our commitment to support the expansion and growth in Sechelt’s

business community,” Henderson noted.

The Board will meet November 23 to review the SIL strategic plan, Jephcott said, indicating the initial focus will be to “identify short-term projects where SIL can quickly get some traction using our collective experience.”

Jephcott notes that SIL expects to draw on the extensive community input received during June and July and create working committees to follow up on various opportunities.

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Gibsons Public Market Team raises $178,000 towards property purchase The Gibsons Public Market Team recently announced that, as of October 31, they have raised over $178,000 in donations from more than 60 families in the Gibsons and surrounding communities.

These funds are to be donated to the Town of Gibsons and go towards the Town owning an equity interest in the Gibsons Public Market building – i.e. the old Yacht Club building in Gibsons Landing. At a meeting on September 10, the Gibsons Town Council agreed that a target of $250,000 was required to support the Town’s objective of becoming the largest equity owner of the property. This outpouring of community financial support now makes that requirement likely attainable before mid-December when the proponents need to remove final subjects on the real estate.

“I am very pleased with the response we have seen to the idea of establishing a public market in Gibsons,” said Gibsons Mayor Wayne Rowe.

“While we have not yet met our target, having achieved $175,000 at the end of October, we have proven the viability of the

concept. To have amassed that level of contribution from the large number of families behind those commitments, in just over six weeks, the community has clearly told us they want a Public Market in Gibsons that serves the Sunshine Coast.”

To learn more about the Gibsons Public Market and/or donating please contact Gerry at 604-8866664 (email gzipursky@ gmail.com) or Nick at 604886-2199 (email nicholas. sonntag@gmail.com )

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Editorial Opinion Back and forth with Daylight Saving With the end of Daylight Saving Time (DST) last weekend, Canadians in the lower latitudes received a rude shock as darkness descended with crushing abruptness shortly after 5 p.m.

It’s enough to give the cheeriest commuter a bad case of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

The concept of setting the clocks ahead, proposed by New Zealand entomologist George Vernon Hudson in 1895 and English outdoorsman William Willlett in 1905, has waxed and waned in popularity over the years.

Germany and Austro-Hungary adopted DST in 1916 as a way to conserve coal during wartime; the allies followed suit with Russia joining the wave in 1917 and the US in 1918. It was abandoned after the war in most countries except Canada, the United Kingdom and France and rediscovered during World War II. In peacetime DST once again lost popularity and did not leap back into near-universal acceptance until the energy crisis of the 1970s. Pockets of resistance against the tyranny of time-savers range from whole states and provinces (like Arizona and Saskatchewan) to standalone communities and districts in BC and Quebec.

Because modern energy usage – particularly for heating and cooling - has changed since DST came into more common usage across North America in the 1970s, research about its energy-conservation benefits is contradictory.

Shifting the clock forward and back throughout the year, with some areas opting in and others standing pat on Standard Time, can complicate travel schedules, attendance at online webinars and meetings, and sleep patterns. Some studies indicate its impact on human biorhythms can increase incidence of heart problems.

So why do we bother?

Supposedly, that extra hour of daylight in the summer months saves lives, providing extra visibility for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians. When DST ends, that ‘lost’ hour hurtles everyone into the dark an hour earlier and the result can be an increase in accidents.

Perhaps it is not the darkness at fault, but the abruptness of the change for folks accustomed to commuting home during daylight.

By putting the clocks forward, communities ‘add’ an hour of daylight to evenings, supposedly benefiting afterwork sports and retail activities while reducing the demand for electric lighting. However, with most outdoor sports venues now featuring blinding banks of artificial lights for night games, and retail outlets located within brightly-lit weatherproof malls, one wonders if DST has passed its ‘best before’ date.

In modern times, an hour ‘saved’ at the end of the day may have been useful at the beginning of the last century, but it at the beginning of this one its value is nonexistent. Let’s set the clocks once and for all, and then leave them alone.

Heather Jeal, Editor

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Letters to the Editor – Opinions BC Hydro Meter Choices Program not set in stone I would like to let the public know that BC Hydro’s operating fees set out in their Meter “Choices” Program have not been set in stone by the BC Utility Commission (BCUC). I received a letter from BCUC on October 29, 2013, with the following information: “On September 25, 2013, the Commission received Order in Council No. 391, Direction No. 4 from the BC Government regarding BC Hydro’s options for customers to opt out of the Smart Meter Program. The Order in Council is available at: http://www.bcuc.com/ Documents/SpecialDirections/2013/OIC391-SD4-BCHSMI-Options.pdf. This Direction requires that the Commission review BC Hydro’s proposed charges associated with opting out of its Smart Meter program. Accordingly, on October 7, 2013, our office received an application from BC Hydro. Following this, the Commission approved the proposed charges on an interim and refundable basis

and established a regulatory timetable to provide for a full review of the application and fees. Information related to this proceeding is available on our website at: http://www.bcuc. com/ApplicationView. aspx?ApplicationId=417.

BC Hydro’s application is being reviewed through a public proceeding with a limited scope. . .”

I and many other British Columbia citizens have registered as Interveners or Interested Parties to BC Hydro’s application to BCUC to ensure that each person who opts out of the Smart Meter Program is offered more economical and reasonable choices.

There is also a Class Action lawsuit which has been commenced by numerous BC Citizens against BC Hydro for various injustices regarding the Smart Meter Program. Anyone who has been negatively affected by BC Hydro’s Smart Meter Program can join the Class Action lawsuit at no cost. The Class Action Participation Form can be found on the website: http://www.citizensforsafetechnology.org Kim Darwin, Sechelt, BC

Any actual science would be nice

Jack Stein says (October 31) that in 23 years in Canada, he can’t remember being forced before “to do something against my will.” He’s very fortunate.

In my ten years in Canada, I’ve been forced to do many things. In order to drive, I’ve been forced to get a driver’s license and insurance, too. Every year, I am forced to pay property taxes and income taxes.

In addition, I am forced to pay for water. (What’s up with that? Isn’t water free?)

As far as the hysteria around wireless meters, just around my neighborhood in Pender Harbour, there are half a dozen wireless networks that my computer can “see” - which means even here I am in constant contact with wireless signals.

Many people have a wireless network at home. Not to mention the ever-present cell phones that I see every day. Gibsons must be a veritable symphony of competing wireless signals and yet.....it’s smart meters – only on for a second or two a day – that people are upset about!

I am more than willing to accept any actual scientific evidence about potential harm. However, all the ‘evidence’ that I’ve been able to find is anecdotal or comes from a crackpot source. Actual science would be nice.

Sharon Crawford Pender Harbour Letters to the Editor and Submissions are welcome on any topic of local or general interest.

Opinions expressed are those of the writers and do not reflect opinions of The Local publication. Generally letters should not exceed more than 300 words. Letters will be edited in the interests of style, clarity, legality, brevity and taste, as necessary. The Local reserves the right to refuse publication of any submission. All letters must be signed and include place of residence and telephone number; names may be withheld from publication for valid reason by approval of the editor.

E-mail letters to: editor@thelocalweekly.ca Deadline for letters and submissions is Monday at 3pm.

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Getting results as Parliamentary session resumes The Positive Story John Weston MP, West Vancouver, Sunshine Coast , Sea to Sky Country

The return of the Parliamentary session has heralded an acceleration of activity that included a blockbuster announcement for the building of ships in our riding; new funding for the arts; a focus on fisheries; and some breakthroughs in the interest of health and fitness. People throughout our riding will benefit from the announcement earlier this month by our Government that the Seaspan Shipyard will in our riding receive a $3.3 billion contract for the construction of 10 more non-combat Canadian Coastguard vessels.

On a recent visit to the Coast, I had the honour to announce funding for two important festivals that highlight the caliber of our performers in the visual and written arts: the Sechelt Arts Festival and the Sechelt Written Arts.

On matters of fisheries and oceans, thanks in part to the

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active participation of riding citizens in policy-making, we have seen good progress.

These efforts contributed to two major wins for Coast residents in Budget 2013: the creation of the Recreational Fisheries Conservation Partnerships Program and a large increase in support for the Pacific Salmon Foundation. In September, we saw the Federal Government fund two projects for which riding residents sought support, and which I supported, under the Recreation Partnership Program.

Coast residents who seek a better health care system may join me in welcoming sections of the recent Throne Speech which promoted initiatives in which I have been squarely involved, at the behest of our constituents. Firstly, the Speech anticipated increased support for the involvement of young people in healthy physical activity.

Secondly, the Speech indicated support for taking steps against the misuse of prescription drugs. I have been dedicated to these two key issues for our riding and look forward to up-

coming collaboration with stakeholders in our riding. I firmly believe that if we can pursue the goal of becoming the healthiest nation in the world; we can drastically lower the rate of obesity in a drug-free Canada. As we move towards the Third Annual National Health and Fitness Day June 7, 2014, I am pleased that Minister of Health Rona Ambrose and renowned BC Senator Nancy Greene-Raine are taking strong, specific steps to increase participation among local governments across Canada, from the current number of 68.

Among other things, the return of the Parliamentary session increases my ability to obtain results as I work directly with the Prime Minister and Ministers of the Government on matters of priority to our constituents, in areas of job creation, economic growth, fisheries and environmental stewardship, health, and other things.

If you would like to stay informed on these and other initiatives, the best way to do so is to sign up for our Enews, by registering on website: www.johnweston.ca.

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Sharpen knife-making skills at Roberts Creek Hall Local knife-maker Corey Smith, in partnership with One Straw Society’s Live and Learn program (and funded by a grant through the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors) will film an upcoming workshop on the fundamentals of knife making as the final step in acquiring his diploma in education from Vancouver Community College.

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of the Journeyman Knife will be filmed Wednesday, November 13 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Roberts Creek Hall.

Participants should bring along a knife (either heirloom or an everyday implement) and a story, as Smith introduces the components of a knife and discusses how to make and sharpen blades.

Class fee is $10; preregister by emailing justin@onestraw.ca

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One Straw Society’s Live and Learn program offers an introduction to Late Fall Oyster Mushrooms on Thursday, November 14, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1517 Park Avenue, Roberts Creek with a mushroom walk to seek and gather the fall treats, followed by a return to Justin’s kitchen where he will show the class how to prepare Garlic Mushroom Chips.

Participants will6,enjoy small lunch starring the gathered mushrooms. Gumboots, rain gear, a basket and small knife June 2013, a2013 for gathering are suggested. Class fee is $15; pre-register by emailing justin@onestraw.ca photo David Piasta

SCRD and SD46 to increase Coast’s longest-running community room access craft fair set to stun The Sunshine Coast Re- (Area D) Director. “The gional District (SCRD) has Community Use Room partnered with School Dis- and gymnasium are great trict 46 (SD46) to increase community assets. Making affordable weekend access to the rentals more affordable the Roberts Creek Elemen- increases community actary School Community Use cess and will strengthen ties meditation Yoga

By The Sea 1145 between local residents and Room and Gymnasium. power yoga yogabythesea.ca hatha flow yoga In 1979, through the use the school district.” yoga for beginners An Area D Grant in Aid is of local property tax dolteacher training & immersions lars, the SCRD helped to funding the additional cost for fund the construction of the staff in order to ensure that the Community Use Room and facility is available to the public tai chi for Saturday use without the gymnasium in the school. qi gong “This project is a leading customary custodial costs. yin yoga yoga nidra 604.740.2382 “In the past, booking example of what can happrivate & group pen when a community the community room and workshops & retreats comes together,” says Don- gymnasium on Saturdays Nov. 7, 2013 na Shugar, Roberts Creek resulted in the application of a four hour custodian charge, in addition to the booking fee,” says Carleen McDowell, SCRD Parks Services Manager. and In support of growth in community spirit, learning and health, School District 604-885-3134 • sales@thelocalweekly.ca 46 welcomes and encourages the use of school facilities by responsible community organizations and groups when not required for school purposes.

“We’re very happy to help The coasts newest old restaurant NEW HOURS increase access to the facilMon-Thurs: • Open 7 days a week ( even Monday) ity, and to partner with the 10am-8:30pm SCRD on this initiative,” • Breakfast til 2:30 pm Book your Fri-Sat: says Nicholas Weswick, • New fall menu is in place Christmas 9am-9:00pm SD46 Secretary-Treasurer. fresh and local Gathering Now! Sun: 9am-8:30pm To book a facility for rental, please call 604-886-4480.

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Linda White France with her creative ceramics, at a previous Roberts Creek Christmas Craft Fair. Photo Allan Forest

Now in its 44th year, the Roberts Creek Christmas Craft Fair is the Coast’s largest and longest-running. Opening Friday evening, November 22 from 5 to 9 p.m. and continuing Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the event boasts more than 50 vendors housed in the Roberts Creek Community Hall and the adjacent Masonic Hall at the corner of Roberts Creek Road and Highway 101.

The Craft Fair is the year’s final fundraiser for the Roberts Creek Community Association’s community projects – including support for the library,

community garden, Creek Daze and children’s holiday entertainments. The $2 admission (children 12 and under admitted free) purchases a chance to win one of several coveted gift baskets full of goods and goodies donated by the local or ‘formerly local’ participating artisans and crafters.

A hot lunch, coffee or tea and baked treats will be available in the Community Hall for those needing a break from holiday shopping. Remember to take the holiday gift list when attending this event – expect to find something for everyone!

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Friday, November 15 at 7 p.m. in the Sunshine Coast Arts Centre’s Doris Crowston Gallery, the Quintessential Writers Group will host an evening of readings by some of the Coast’s outstanding authors including Gwen Southin, Rosella Leslie, Joe Denham, Eric Paetkau, Jancis Andrews,

Rebecca Hendry, Susan Telfer, Maureen Foss and Peter Robson.

The evening – a fundraiser for the Sunshine Coast Arts Council – will be punctuated by fun, games and book prizes masterminded by the inimitable Andreas Schroeder. Admission is $5.

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Thursday, Nov. 14 • 6:30-8pm or 8:30-10pm Tickets $15 • Call 604-741-0702

Back by popular demand, Delhi 2 Dublin (with hometown fiddle player Sara Fitzpatrick, upfront and centre stage) returns to the Creek with an energetic mashup of Bhangra, Celtic, Dub, Reggae, and electronica with non-stop global rhythms at Roberts Creek Hall, Saturday, November 16 at 9 p.m.

Uptown Mag notes “It’s been a banner year for Vancouver’s Delhi 2 Dublin. Famed for its incendiary live show, the multi-culti, genre-bending fivesome has been playing white-hot gigs the world over, including a headlining show at Dublin’s legendary Whelan’s Pub, sets at Birmingham’s Shambala Festival and a Canada Day

showcase for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge – as well as 300,000 other guests – at Parliament Hill in Ottawa.”

Where else are you going to see a kick-ass fiddle player rocking out with a kiltwearing Korean flanked by two bouncing Bhangra percussionists and a vocalist who looks like he would be at home in a Bollywood music video?

DJ YumYum will get the party started for a non-stop night of dancing. Tickets, $25, are now available at Strait Music (Sechelt), Gaia’s Fair Trade (Gibsons) and MELOmania in Roberts Creek. More info: www. coastjazz.com or www. delhi2bublin.com.

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Tickets $20 available at Gaia Fair Trade & Laedeli Gifts, Gibsons, Sechelt Visitor Centre and online at www.driftwoodplayers.ca

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finance maintenance and firewood supplies for the warming cabins along the backcountry trails. Pick up tickets ($15 for members, youth and seniors; $17 for non-members) at Alpha Adventures, Source for Sports, Spin Cycles and the Roberts Creek General Store. For more info, visit www.tetout door.ca

Nov. 7 - 9 Nov. 9 Live Theatre: Heroes, at Gibsons Heritage Artesia Coffeehouse, Sunshine Coast Arts Playhouse, 8pm. Matinee Nov. 9 at 2pm Centre, Sechelt, 8pm, doors 7pm. Tickets $10 Nov. 7 at the door Nov. 9 Sechelt Indian Band and Cap U. tuition free, Artists Reception: Two Dimensional Art, education and career preparatory program Gibsons Public Art Gallery 10th Anniversary for Aboriginal students, starting Jan 2014.

Exhibition, noon - 2pm Call 604-741-3906 for more info. or come to the Nov. 9 info session Thurs. Nov. 7 at 5pm at the Sechelt Shop For A Cause, Esprit Daycare Holiday Indian Band Education Dep’t Offices Fundraiser & Silent Auction, Kinsmen Hall, Nov. 8 Dougall Park, Gibsons, noon - 4pm The Discovery Of Galaxies: How We Came To Nov. 10 Know Our Place In The Universe, Sunshine Coast Arts Centre, Sechelt, 8pm. Presented by Royal Don Quixote, Royal London Ballet via HD Astronomical Society of Canada – Sunshine Coast satellite, 2pm Nov. 8 Nov. 10 Annual Holly Tea, Book/Bake Sale, Attic Co-Creative Musical Journey presented by Sacred Treasures, Silent Auction, Gibsons United Church, Sound at Gibsons United Church, 6:30-8:30 pm.

724 Trueman Rd. 1-3pm For more info on event please contact Mark Trevis Nov. 8 604-808-0034, Jill Conway 604-885-7177 Nov. 10 Grant Olsen, live music at Diner219er - no cover Acoustic guitar and harmonica. 6-7:30pm Shakuhachi Flute in Concert, Talk and concert Nov. 8 Craft Fairs header 1144

by Grand Master Bobo Sumimoto, Gibsons Public Coffeehouse, Madeira Park School of Music, Art Gallery, 2:30pm Nov. 11 7:30pm Nov. 9 Remembrance Day at Roberts Creek Legion.

Puccini’s Tosca, Met Opera Live via HD satellite, Service at 10:45am. Lunch will be served Raven’s Cry Theatre, 10am afterward. All are welcome Nov. 14 - 16 Nov 9 Live Theatre: Heroes, Gibsons Heritage Puppet Show: Tinselinda in the Winda, 2pm Playhouse, 8pm, matinee Nov. 17, 2 pm at GumbootHome Cafe, Robertsfor Creek Xmas Nov. 15 Nov. 9 Coulthard 1145 Brain Freeze Trivia Night, Roberts Creek Funkin’ Scorpio Party featuring “Queer as Legion, 7pm Funk”, an 8-piece funk band from Vancouver.

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Give pause on Remembrance Day Throughout history, the tolling of the Carilmillions of soldiers have lon in the Peace Tower, marched into wars to pro- during which members of tect the freedoms of Nov their7, 2013 the Canadian Forces parcountries. Remembrance ticipate and congregate at Day is a solemn time to Confederation Square. commemorate those solOne of the unifying diers’ achievements and symbols of Rememsacrifices and to pay re- brance Day is the poppy spects to soldiers who that is worn to honor died in battle. lost soldiers.

In Canada, RememThe poppy became a brance Day is a statutory symbol for a specific reaholiday in many prov- son. Some of the most inces and territories. Of- concentrated and bloody ficial national ceremonies fighting of World War I are held at the National took place in Flanders, War Memorial in Ot- a region in western Beltawa. Events begin with gium. As a result of the

fighting, most signs of natural life had been obliterated from the region, leaving behind mud and not much else. The only living thing to survive was the poppy flower, which bloomed with the coming of the warm weather the year after fighting in the region had ceased. Poppies grow in disturbed soil and can lie dormant in the ground without germinating. Without the war, they may have never come to the surface.

John McCrae, a doctor serving with the Canadian

Armed Forces, was moved by the vision of poppies flowering in Flanders and wrote the iconic poem “In Flanders Fields.” Published to international acclaim, it led to the poppy becoming a popular symbol of those lost in battle.

Men traditionally wear the poppy on the left side of the chest, where a military medal would be placed. Women wear it on the right side because that is where a widow would wear her husband’s medals.

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The annual Poppy ans and vets’ families in Campaign raises over need, says Gibsons Le$14 million across Can- gion Zone Commander ada for support of veterBill Perlstrom.

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Perlstrom pointed out that the Poppy Fund supports bursaries, is used to purchase specialized medical equipment and Our military helps fund UBC’s VeterHOnOuring Our military Roberts Creek Legion HOnOuring MilitaryProgram Class Sutcliff Military ans’1145 Transition lt. ColonelClass Ennis Captain remembrance 1145 or BCIT’s Military Skills BruCe SutCliffe Dan Ennis Converstion Program.

D.S.O.,e.D. “When soldiers come out of service,” Perlstrom says, “they need to convert their skills to a civilian equivalent. These programs are working exceptionally well.”

Nov. 7, 2013 Nov. 7, 2013 Canadian Legions also Nov. 7, 2013 help support Commonwealth veterans in counCommanding officer of the Hastings Canadian Tire remembrance 1145 We are happy to welcome our tries without Canada’s and Prince Edward Regiment.

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Remembered these many years “particularly in the CaLove Charlotte and Sophia by his son, Bob. ribbean countries, where veterans are living in squalor, in shacks,” Perlstrom said. Nicholas Simons “These funds raised through the Poppy Campaign go entirely to veteran supports, with Nov. 7, 2013 no overhead – it’s all volunteer-run. I hate to think what would happen should the Legions nicholas.simons.mla@leg.bc.ca fail and the government Toll-Free: 1-866-373-0792 be asked to step in Nov and7, 2013 provide that level of supSechelT OFFice: port – it just wouldn’t 5- 4720 Sunshine Coast Hwy. happen.”

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On Monday, November 11, at 11:00 a.m., Canadians will celebrate the heroes of foreign wars and peacekeeping missions – the fallen, and those who returned to build our nation – with the traditional two minutes of silence.

Many Coast residents will observe this solemn occasion at a branch of their local Royal Canadian Legion.

Now in its 83rd year, Gibsons Branch 109 is the Coast’s oldest Legion and one of the oldest in BC. In common with the Coast’s other Legion branches, it numbers veterans of World War II, the Korean conflict, Viet Nam, various UN peacekeeping missions, and the Afghan war among its members.

At Gibsons, Roberts Creek, Sechelt, and Madeira Park, Legion members, veterans, community leaders, families and friends will gather at the cenotaph memorial located on the Legion property starting at 10:30. (In Sechelt, participants then march to the Cenotaph at Cowrie Street and Highway 101, where services commence with prayers at 10:55). Following the traditional moment of silence, the sound of The Last Post, laying of wreaths in memory of the fallen, participants move indoors where each Legion welcomes the public to enjoy refreshments and discover the many activities available at their local Branch.

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Embrace shorter, colder days while saving energy The arrival of autumn bient and task lighting in Nov 7, 2013 ushers in cooler days and an attempt to concentrate less hours of sunshine. lighting usage rather than As much of the country spreading it out all over the turns its clocks back an house. hour, night descends that Employing timers or much earlier, prompting more complex app-synced a greater reliance on artifi- house management systems cial light and electricity. To can turn lights or even aplower that monthly bill, pliances on and off at key it’s time to bring forward times. Using a smartphone a few standard energy-sav- or tablet, residents can log ing strategies. in and manage their homes Compact fluorescent from a remote location, lamps, or CFLs, use about turning lights on or off or one-fourth the energy and adjusting their thermostats last ten times longer than at their convenience. a comparable incandescent Turn down the thermobulb that puts out the same stat. Set the thermostat low amount of light. Light- at night when residents are emitting diode, or LED, under warm blankets and bulbs are an even more quilts, and when the house energy-efficient option, and is empty. Turning down the LEDs last 25 times longer thermostat on water heaters than incandescent bulbs. and dishwashers can save It can be tempting to turn as much as 11 per cent on on all of the lights in a home heating costs. when darkness arrives. But Look to alternative heat this wastes both energy and and lighting sources. A money. Turn lights off when warm, inviting fire can light exiting rooms. Try to gather up a room and also provide the family in a centralized supplementary heat. Pellet location that is full of am- stoves, or those that burn

When the time comes to turn clocks back, ecoconscious residents can employ various strategies to conserve energy. a highly concentrated fuel source that is energy efficient and environmentally friendly, may prove a worthwhile investment.

Many heating stoves continue to give off ambient heat long after their flames have been extinguished.

And centrally located stoves can heat most of a home at a fraction of the cost of traditional forced-air systems.

Make the most of sunlight when it’s available by allowing the sun’s rays to reach the interior of the home. Prune dormant trees and shrubs that shade windows so the home will get plenty of sunlight.

There are many ways to conserve energy and become less reliant on artificial light as daylight hours gradually dwindle.

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Potluck’s back, now let’s eat!

Potluck gatherings are back and one of this year’s hottest trends in entertaining.

Although these communal “luck of the pot” meals (where everyone brings their favorite dish) hearken back to the late 19th century, they found their footing in the mid-1950’s when it seemed like every mom in the neighborhood was filling casserole dishes for church socials and family get-togethers.

“There are three primary reasons driving the return of potluck – our schedules, the economy and childhood memories,” says Chef Jeff Gillis, writing for www.CelebratingHome.com. “We live such fast-paced lives that divvying up the cooking makes home entertaining more realistic than putting all of the burden on the hostess. Making one dish instead of several also helps stretch the budget – something we’re all looking to do these days. And, let’s face it – after years of dashing through the drivethru, wouldn’t you like to sit down to some homecooked food, even if it’s only once a week?”

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not a clue what to do? Here are four tips that’ll make your next gathering both tasty and stylish, plus, a family-fave recipe that’ll put your home on the map as potluck heaven.

Organize participants Divide the meal by categories so guests will have a balance of appetizers, entrees, sides and desserts from which to choose.

Cooks needn’t commit to a specific recipe but it’s helpful to know up-front that a well-rounded meal is in the making.

Agree on advance prep All dishes should be cooked prior to arrival so only a quick re-heating is required. Everything should also hit your doorstep ready for presentation to avoid last minute searches for serving bowls and platters.

Choose easy-fix, crowd-pleasing recipes To appeal to guests varying tastes, save the exotic for later and dust off mom’s (or grandma’s) cookbook.

Traditional potluck dishes like casseroles, chili, soup, bread, and cakes are always popular and easy to make.

Dress up the table Remember the special tablecloth mom used for

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Cocktails for a Crowd: Chilled Cider Punch A sparkling mulled cider for a bubbly autumn feel is a great addition to any potluck.

Serves 15 to 20.

Combine in a large punch bowl or pitcher: 8 cups apple cider 1 750 ml. bottle of dry hard cider 1 750 ml. bottle of ginger beer 1 1/2 cups Irish whiskey Juice of one lemon Several dashes orange bitters Garnish with sliced oranges and cinnamon sticks

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Sunday dinner? Create some memories for your own family with a pretty fabric tablecloth, cloth napkins (pretty and ecofriendly!) and some can-

dles. A few minutes is all it takes to create a festive look that’ll make guests feel honored to have gathered around your table.

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Potlucks more fun with a theme Rather than the traditional hodge-podge of dishes, choose a theme and add a different dimension to this fall’s potluck.

Pick a movie, then invite guests to provide a dish suggested by the film.

For example, The Godfather would have an Italian theme; Priscilla, Queen of the Desert would be Australian (and how challenging is that?)

Hold a Heritage Potluck, with each guest providing a dish reflecting their background (or a favourite childhood comfort food ‘kicked up a notch’ for adult tastes).

Finger Food potlucks provide a selection of appetizers, ideal for an evening of grazing or an afternoon watching ‘the game.’

Chopped Challenge is a twist on the Food Network program in which chefs are provided ingredients to work into an original recipe. For this potluck, a less ambitious approach would be to require each dish to include a particular item – apples, for example.

Hosts may wish to work with guests to ensure that dishes won’t be duplicated, or to help spark imaginations for some truly inspired – and fun – eating. Enjoy!

Hot tHe Pot! Make tHe kettle Boil!

The Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Kick-Off 2013!

Come join us for tea and cookies and be first to donate or sign up to volunteer this year.

This twist on an American favorite yields a hearty, flavorful entree that takes less prep time because it slow cooks in the oven in a bean pot.

Ingredients: 1 pound round steak, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 large yellow onion, roughly chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 cloves garlic, chopped fine 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes 6 cups beef broth (or stock) 11/2 teaspoons dried thyme 3 bay leaves 2 cups potatoes, cubed 1 cup celery, diced 1 cup carrots, diced Salt and pepper to taste Directions:

Rub steak with olive oil and coat with salt and pepper.

Let steak sit at room temperature in bean pot while preparing all other vegetables. Chop and dice everything, then add to bean pot. Add beef broth (or stock), thyme, bay leaves, diced tomatoes and salt and pepper. Cover and bake in 375 F oven for 3 to 4 hours until meat is tender.

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Coasters warm up to Sweaters for Syria

Lions, KidSport boost sports participation

Volunteers Renate Greenwood and Thomas Samuelson delivered 32 boxes of sweaters, scarves, hats, and mitts collected for Syrian refugees to Bob Brown at Gibsons’ Home Hardware. The boxes will be shipped to the Home Hardware warehouse in Winnipeg, loaded into a container and transported to Jordan for distribution. Volunteers at Living Faith Lutheran Church collected, sorted and packed more than 1,200 items during Canadian Lutheran World Relief’s Emergency Sweater Drive for Syrian Refugees and state that “if other groups in Canada have done the same, there is no doubt that the national goal of 10,000 sweaters will be reached many times over.” Photo submitted

The KidSport Sunshine Coast Chapter recently honoured the Sunshine Coast Lions Club with a Community Championship certificate, commending the club for its ongoing sponsorship of area youth participation in sports. Over the four years since the Lions first partnered with KidSport, they have donated $19,600 – enabling 143 children to participate in their chosen sport! All of these children would not have been able to participate without financial support.

All sport organizations and schools on the Sunshine Coast have application forms to apply for KidSport funding. For more information about KidSport and becoming a Community Champion, contact Diane Wagner at 604-886-8510 or Carol Duff at 604-886-9766. Submitted

Burma orphans benefit from Coasters

Blues have it in the bag

Children at Yangon’s Garden Home in Burma now travel safely to school during the monsoon rains, thanks to generous support from Sunshine Coast residents and the Bethel Baptist Church congregation.

Funds raised through their annual silent auction and other events throughout the year purchased a truck and canopy that now hauls rice to the Garden Home and other orphanages, and provides safe transport to school for Garden Home residents during the monsoon season.

This year, organizers invite the public to the annual Silent Auction for the Burmese Orphans at Garden Home on Friday, November 22 and Saturday, November 23 at Sunnycrest Mall, Gibsons. The auction is open for bids

Members of Peewee Rep hockey team, The Sunshine Coast Blues, bag clean bark mulch (donated by GroundFX Bark Blowing) to be sold during at just $5 per two cubic foot bag, with all proceeds from the sale to benefit the team. Please contact rashmisingh@telus.net to purchase mulch for your garden. Organizers will even deliver it to your doorstep. Go Blues Go! Photo submitted

Conservation volunteers recognized More than just a truck, this vehicle is a lifeline for Burmese children - transporting children to school during torrential monsoon rains and hauling rice to Burmese orphanages. Photo submitted

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On Friday, October 18, the Sunshine Coast Conservation Association (SCCA) held its annual volunteer thank you event to recognize those who contributed notable time and effort in helping to preserve our natural heritage. Through the financial support of Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS), Dr. Manfred Krautter PSI fromProperty the Services 1145 University of Stuttgart attended and spoke about the ancient and extremely rare Glass Sponge Reefs which Mr. Phillip Spour of Langley, first prize winner in the SCare located just off the CA’s annual raffle, is the proud new owner of a 13-foot shores of Trail Bay. Seaward Halo Kayak. Photo submitted Thought to have died out an Inlets Tour for Four do40 million years ago, and from further destruction.

The event concluded nated by West Coast Wilonly recently rediscovered in BC waters, Glass Sponge with the prize draw for the derness Lodge was won by Nov 7, 2013 third annual raf- Irene McDermott of VanSCCA’s Reefs are unique living strucCongratulations tures found nowhere else in fle. First prize of a 13-foot couver. the world. As yet they have Seaward Halo Kayak was to our winners and thanks no protection from vari- won by Mr. Phillip Spour to everyone that purchased ous impacts and the SCCA of Langley, second prize of tickets in support of the along with CPAWS, Marine his-and-her Helley Han- SCCA. Visit our website at www.

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MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE Moving sale: Living, dining, bedroom, and outdoor furniture; s/s fridge; small freezer; antiques; tools; and more. All in excellent condition. Call 604-886-8386. p45 Four solid maple colonial style chairs, $25 each. Call 604-8867256. p45 LATTICE: New 4x8 sheets, hvy duty, $45 ea. Various other sizes avail. 604-885-7014. p5/14 QUALITY COLLECTIBLE FURNITURE: Duncan Phyfe Dining table + 2 chairs, seats 12, 3 leaves $250. China Cabinet/Hutch $175. Mid-century buffet, custom made by local student of James Krenov (Eastern cherry, maple and quilted maple, beautifully crafted w.dovetailing) $900. Tea wagon with scalloped edges $175.

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(Tom) Ono, January 4, 1924 – October 30, 2013 It is with Jan. great5, sadness 2012 we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Predeceased by all his siblings, and daughter Rita (Trevor) Johnston. He leaves behind his wife, Ruby, of 64 years.

His children, Dianne Allen, Gayle (Bill) Montgomery, Robert (Peggy) Maikawa. Grandchildren, Glenn (Tina) Allen, Kiomi (Matthew) Davis, Erik (Sara) Johnston, Kiel Johnston, Robbie Montgomery, Michael Montgomery. Great grandchildren, Myles, Shelly, Gage, Tessa, and Serena.

Tom was a wonderful husband who brought his wife and family to the Coast in 1956. He worked at and later purchased the Chevron Station at the corner of Wharf and Hwy 101, in a partnership with his brother Butch and 2 others. He spent until 1984 monkey wrenching for all the Coast. Then tinkered for his family and friends.

Tom was a proud fireman and was awarded honorary status from the Sechelt Fire Dept. He loved “The Boys”. His love of fishing was incredible. It was so contagious back in the day.

All the men rushed home from work, loaded their prams and headed for the waters off Davis Bay, Porpoise Bay, or Sargeant Bay, to try for their limit.

Tom was a great joker and prankster all his life. He was a great fisherman, but really..putting your pram in the huge puddle at the corner of Wharf and Hwy 101 during the heavy rains, and bringing out the fishing rod, was not really a smart fisherman. Good for a photo op though!

The Celebration of Life for Tom will be on Saturday November 9th at 3:00pm at St. Hilda’s Anglican Church. The Rev. Clarence Li and Rev. T. Aoki officiating.

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1145 and Skills Jobs, Tourism Designed with small We want young people to Training and Responbusiness owners in mind, think about it sible for Labour Shirley MentorshipBC provides a – and prepare for it – Bond and Minister of central database of businessAdvanced Education before they graduate mentoring programs and alAmrik Virk recently lows entrepreneurs to easily high school.” noted that more than find and access programs ~ Amrik Virk ~ one million job openthat meet their specific BC Minister of ings will occur in BC needs. In addition to proAdvanced Education with over 40 per cent of viding small businesses with these in trades or technia search tool to find an apNov 7, 2013cal occupations. “Skilled skills training programs propriate mentor program, Trades and Technology throughout the province, the site promotes the benWeek is a great remind- and over $100 million efits of working with mener that all of us - govern- annually for trades traintors and using other small ment, employers, educa- ing through the Industry business resources. tors and parents - need Training Authority. “BritMentorshipBC provides to work together to en- ish Columbians have a an attractive, and free, marsure our youth have the once-in-a-generation keting opportunity for orskills required to be first opportunity right now,” ganizations. in line for these jobs,” said Virk. “Our goal is to Government is commitmake sure this opportusaid Bond. ted to implementing proThe BC Jobs Plan nity translates into good grams and initiatives that and Skills and Training jobs that strengthen famisupport the BC Small BusiPlan currently allocate lies, communities and our ness Accord, which aims to more than $500 mil- economy. A career in the make B.C. the most busilion annually to sup- trades is a smart choice ness-friendly jurisdiction in port employment and that provides British CoCanada.

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Michael O’Connor Astrologer

Tip of the Week: Between last week’s Solar Eclipse and the immanent prospect of a rare comet illuminating the skies, we are in the midst of a potent cosmic time.

The proximity of these two events may be waved aside by some as coincidence, but maybe there is more to consider than boiled down facts. The Solar Eclipse was in Scorpio and it shared a close connection to Pisces.

Interestingly both these signs share a prominence in the Chinese Sign of the Snake. Many will attest that 2013 has been one of measurable change. To metaphorically refer to it as a year in which many have shed skins will prove quite apt indeed. And this cycle of the watery serpent is not over until late January. In sync, Comet Ison that is now rapidly approaching the deep inner reaches of the Solar System where our own planet is situated is predicted to complete its approach in late January as well.

Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20) Although the pace has likely slowed down it has also deepened. This is prompting you to search for key information, answers and insight. Confidence levels remain surprisingly steady and you will feel inspired to decipher the possibilities linked to accessing the talents and resources of others.

Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21) A whole series of significant changes on relationship fronts continue to roll in. These may be described as complicated and probably difficult. Your challenge includes letting go of some habitual modes and hon-

ouring the beliefs and feelings of significant others.

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Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21) Everybody is experiencing a challenge to change.

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Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22) A new quality of creative self-expression is rising in you. Though it is on the slow burner it is getting hotter by the day. To integrate this hidden reserve of talent you may have to change, perhaps take risks.

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Leo (Jul 22 – Aug 23) Some major new beginnings close to home have begun. They will push you to draw from inner reserves of faith. The time has come to confront some very real fears. This theme has been brewing for about a year and now it is actually here.

Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22) A fresh change of perspective has been activated. At best it is producing some deep insights. These are meant to be shared and/ or acted upon. The time has come to break through some conventional patterns. This inner renovation process may require up to another week to be completed. Then a new round of learning and expression will begin.

Libra (Sep 22 – Oct 22) Sometimes, progress occurs as three steps forward and two steps back.

The positive take on this is that at least this implies one step forward. The back and forth process is one of life’s most basic challenges.

Coming through the other side is the goal and you usually score, eventually.

Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21) The next phase of advancement toward your brave new world has begun. Basically it implies a whole new lifestyle. This began about a year ago.

Improvement and refinement are key words. These are meant to be directed at the quality of your lifestyle affecting your health: body, mind, heart and soul.

Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21) You have truly entered a darker time. Yet this dimming of the lights does not mean that your spark has faded. In fact, it may be that your light is the main source illuminating everything around you. This is a call to be quieter than usual, to meditate and to commune with your spirit. Yes, you are allowed to invite an angel to keep you company.

Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19) Connect with friends and other allies in high places. You are meant to share dreams and visions of possibility. Even if these simply remain ideas, it can be fun and even empowering to let the imagination run. Expect to push the boundaries. Take your hypothesis to an experimental level.

Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19) Something new has begun. Although your ambitions are running deep, you may have to contend with some lingering concerns.

As long as your focus is anchored with the prospect of practical application you have reason to feel confident. The words nurture and heal are feature themes.

Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20) On your ascent you may have run into a low lying cloud which is obscuring your vision. It may linger for a while so persevere but at a slower pace. By next week you should see through to the blue again.

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