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Pink shirts have come to symbolize Anti-Bullying Day, celebrated this year in the schools on Wed., Feb. 24. Trying out their shirts, and practicing the “heart hand sign” are students from Kinnikinnick Elementary School in Sechelt. From the left are (front) Ashley Ueland and Adam Kusiner, (middle) Gabriel Friesen, Clara Dyson and Niamh Persson, and (rear) Community School Coordinator Ted Chisholm. The message for this year: “Kindness is one size fits all”. RIK JESPERSEN PHOTO

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Watershed logging activity prompts road block of Chapman Drinking Watershed not far from the water intake. The company owns 910 Ha (2,251 acres) of private lands on Dakota Ridge and in the Chapman Creek

Drinking Watershed.

A roadblock erected by Elphinstone Logging Focus (ELF) on Feb. 12 has stopped this industrial activity, with no logging taking place up to

A roadblock on a forest service road north of the airport is aimed at preventing further logging activity on privately-owned land in the Chapman Creek watershed. PHOTO SUBMITTED

Passenger discounts on ferries BC Ferries has announced that a fleetwide pricing promotion of 30 per cent off regular passenger fares will be in effect from March 10 – 29. Passengers travelling on select sailings will receive the discount off the regular passenger fare.

The promotional discount is applicable on adult, child, BC Senior, student and persons with disabilities regular passenger fares. On South Coast Routes, the 30 per cent discount will be in effect Monday through

Thursday and Saturdays on select sailings from March 10 - 29.

On the Horseshoe BayLangdale route, the discounted fare will be $11.05, down from the regular adult fare of $15.85. On the Saltry Bay-Earl’s Cove run the discount adult fare will be $10.85, down from $15.55.

“We’re pleased to offer this discount for families to take advantage of as they plan their spring break getaways,” said Janet Carson, BC Ferries’ Vice President

of Marketing and Travel Services. “At the same time, it allows us to gather information about how customers respond to variable pricing options as we prepare strategies for the launch of our Fare Flexibility and Digital Experience Initiative next year.”

This off-peak pricing promotion will not apply on Thursday, March 24 and Easter Monday, March 28 as these are already traditionally busy days for ferry travel.

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This is the winner in the “random acts of reading photo contest” run by the Sunshine Coast Literacy Coalition. It was submitted by Audra O’Loughlin and shows her daughters Ava, age 12, and Sophia , 10, reading on the carpet with their French poodle Maggie, age nine. The picture received the most “likes” on the coalition’s Facebook page. AUDRA O’LOUGHLIN PHOTO

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In late 2014, a Surespan logging operation was subject to a complaint by the Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) to the ‘Managed Forest Council’, (Victoria) who then contracted Madrone Environmental Services to investigate a Surespan logging block on the west side of the Chapman Drinking Watershed. The SCRD had recorded a spike in sediment levels at its downstream filtration plant during heavy rains and while active logging was taking place. SCRD water technicians also recorded high sediment readings from water leaving the logging site.

The author of the January, 2015 Madrone Assessment report of Surespan’s

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to take emergency action to stop the damage to our watershed, by contacting Surespan requesting an immediate halt to the logging and road building in the watershed with a commitment on behalf of Sunshine Coast Residents, to enter negotiations to resolve the private property issue in the Chapman Creek Watershed Reserve once and for all,” says Hans Penner, also of ELF. To read the full Madrone Environmental Services report on Surepan’s logging record in the Chapman, go to: http://mfcouncil.ca/wpcontent/uploads/2015/05/ Chapman-Creek-Assessment_web.pdf Submitted

average residential tax "decrease" of 1.04 per cent compared to 2015. The residential impact in each electoral area varies depending on the services provided and changes in assessment (market) values relative to

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The tax figures will likely change, however, with the second round of budget deliberations March 8.

For more information, visit www.scrd.ca/Budget.

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The Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) has wrapped up round one of budget meetings with a preliminary overall tax increase over the 2015 budget year of 0.81 per cent.

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A banner year Make sure to drop by Sechelt’s Civic Square (home of the Sechelt Public Library and Recreation Centre) and check out the 20 selects for the Sunshine Coast Arts Council 2016 Banner Project, now hanging in their “outdoor gallery”.

Since 1994 the Sunshine Coast Arts Council has been inviting Sunshine Coast Elementary Schools to submit drawings based on a chosen theme. This year’s theme was “The Sunshine Coast, The Way it Was” and encouraged elementary students’ perspective of a historical interpretation of the Sunshine Coast.

Over 300 banner entries were received from the following elementary schools: Langdale, Gibsons, Roberts Creek, Davis Bay, West Sechelt, Kinnikinnick, Madeira Park and L’Ecole du Pacifique.

A jury chose 20 designs and these in turn were transferred onto large banners that were painted by a combination of professional painters and volunteers. They were joined this year by a number of the banner selects and their families.

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Block CH1 concluded that, “Although there has been no clear contravention of the regulations it is clear to me that industry standards for protecting water quality have not been met in CH1. The short-comings are substantially more serious given the fact that this logging has been carried out in a highly sensitive watershed supplying a large population.”

“The author also states that logging should have been stopped before the onset of heavy fall rains which led to a lot of sediment coming off the site,” says Ross Muirhead of ELF. “Surespan needs to stick to its core business, and get out of logging people’s drinking watersheds.”

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Gibsons residents asked for advice It’s not often that an open invitation is made for residents to sit down with local politicians for an extended discussion on the future and the goals of their community, but just such an exercise has proved modestly successful in Gibsons.

An evidently pleased Mayor Wayne Rowe and councillors met with about 25 people who came out the evening of Feb. 9 to exchange ideas about the Town’s strategic objectives, and to air a few gripes while they were at it.

Rowe admitted he was concerned that few people would show up.

“I said to [the councillors], ‘don’t bother doing this, nobody’s going to come.’ I’m wrong. Thank you so much for taking the time,” Rowe told the gathering.

The town has established three strategic objectives: excellence in community engagement and leadership; sustainable asset management; and local environmental stewardship. (More details on those objectives can be found online at www.gibsons.ca/strategic-plan) But the evening was designed to draw out more specific ideas and projects stemming from those objectives.

The gathering then broke into small working groups of four or five for more than an hour. Councillors said later

that they heard many good ideas, and Rowe said those would be shared with the public.

“We will, as a council, get together and talk about what councillors heard tonight,” Rowe said. “We will collate that and get it up on the website.”

Not all suggestions were directly related to the strategic objectives. One resident called for better road signage for tourists, especially in Lower Gibsons. Another asked for improved streetlighting. A third suggested that Town Hall - situated on prime harbour-view real estate - should be sold at a useful profit and re-established on cheaper property in Upper Gibsons.

A few of the resident participants said they were

happy with the consultation process.

“I like the idea of using people to leverage out some of these initiatives so it doesn’t all fall to staff, or doesn’t all fall to council,” said Joanna Piros. “I think that’s great.”

Bev Burgoyne, who’s lived in Gibsons for 30 years, also approved.

“Asking the community what they think beforehand is better than presenting the town with a fait accompli,” Burgoyne said.

Andre Sobolewski, who frequently attends council meetings, agreed.

“It’s good to have a twoway street,” he said. “In fact, some things came out that the councillors hadn’t thought of and vice versa, so we both end up benefitting.”

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Each of Gibsons’ four councillors met with a small group from among the 25 people who attended the public consultation session at Town Hall Feb. 9. RIK JESPERSEN PHOTO

Pender dock plan delayed further

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The B.C. government says it could take another year to finalize the Pender Harbour Dock Management Plan and that in the interim, officials will consider extending existing dock tenures in the area for up to two years while further studies are conducted.

The Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations announced the extensions in a Feb. 12 information bulletin, while releasing a review of the highly contentious dock management plan by former B.C. Attorney General Barry Penner.

The bulletin included the ministry’s initial responses to Penner’s recommendations.

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The draft dock management plan was met with outspoken criticism from many Pender Harbour residents after it was released in April 2015. It called for the establishment of five types of areas in the Pender Harbour area, ranging from “red zones” in which no new docks could be built or old docks rebuilt, to “green zones” where dock construction would require minimal pre-approval from authorities, including the shíshálh First Nation.

The Feb. 12 news release said the ministry would, “undertake further environmental and archaeological studies related to Pender Harbour before finalizing the draft dock management plan.

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It is anticipated that these studies may take up to a year to complete. The ministry will also consider extending, right away, existing Pender Harbour dock tenures for up to two years, while the further environmental and archaeological studies are undertaken.”

The release added that, “the ministry will also engage further with the public and shíshálh Nation before finalizing the dock management plan.”

Links to Penner’s review and the government response to his recommendations can be found on the ministry website and on the Local’s website at thelocalweekly.ca. Rik Jespersen

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Editorial Opinion Save the rainforest & the bear The agreement between government, industry, First Nations and environmental groups to protect much of the Great Bear Rainforest should be celebrated. The deal makes almost 85 per cent of the forested land base in this massive region on B.C.’s coast off limits to logging. Forestry in the remaining 15 per cent will follow “lighter-touch” practices, called “ecosystem-based management”. Most importantly, First Nations will have greater decision-making authority over industrial development on their lands.

However, while the agreement helps protect grizzly bear and other wildlife habitat, it doesn’t protect the bears themselves, contrary to B.C. Premier Christy Clark’s claims at a news conference. Hunting grizzly and black bears in the Great Bear remains legal.

The agreement actually contains no reference to grizzly hunting. To slow the hunt, First Nations and others must pony up millions of dollars to buy out existing guide outfitting territories open to foreign big-game hunters. Trophy hunting by B.C. residents — governed under a different process — will proceed regardless of whether First Nations and their allies purchase and retire foreign hunting quotas.

Had the government been serious about ending the barbaric hunt, it could have banned it outright under the province’s Wildlife Act, or simply ended the open season on grizzlies in the Great Bear, as was done by earlier governments to protect the area’s Kermode “spirit bears”. (Only bears with white fur are protected, even though bears with black coats can carry the spirit bear gene.) Despite the spin, the B.C. government has never recognized the Coastal First Nations ban on trophy hunting in the Great Bear Rainforest.

The grizzly bear trophy hunt is a sport like dogfighting, cockfighting and bullfighting are sports — maybe worse. Bears that people come to see and photograph can be legally shot by trophy hunters, armed with high-powered rifles and scopes. That the B.C. government allows it to continue in the face of opposition from First Nations and a huge majority of British Columbians for the sake of profit is disgusting.

Grizzlies reproduce slowly, generally having one or two cubs every three or more years. They also face threats from habitat loss, damage and fragmentation; cascading effects of salmon collapse and climate change; and death from poaching, vehicle and train collisions and the inevitable adverse impacts of careless human behaviour. Grizzlies have already been eliminated or are currently threatened in 18 per cent of the province, including the Lower Mainland and most of the Interior.

It’s time to stop killing bears for trophies.

David Suzuki

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Recently I flew to the Maritimes, Air Canada both ways.

On the flight to Nova Scotia, there was a three-hour layover in Toronto. I should mention that I have an artificial ankle and other handicaps that prevent me from walking long distances or dealing with stairs and some escalators.

The woman assigned to assist me was obviously flustered because they were busy. She took me to a gate that was in a separate room, not visible at all. I informed her that I didn't think that this was the proper gate but she was insistent and said that if there was a change in gate number that she would come back and get me. I sat there

A new tradition

As Valentine’s Day approached, the staff at École due Pacifique looked for new ideas to express love and gratitude.

We felt that the typical way of sending out Valentine messages needed to change.

Aside from the fact that, as teachers, we have to deal with the inequality of the distribution of cards, there is also the question of meaning in the process. It is no longer about expressing your love or friendship for a specific person but is more a futile exchange of paper, which inevi-

for two hours at which point I was starting to become concerned since my flight was to start boarding in 45 minutes.

A female agent walked in and asked me why I was sitting there. I explained what had happened. She looked at my boarding pass and said that I was at the wrong gate and took me immediately to the correct one just in time.

On the return flight, there was another three-hour layover in Montreal. There were a number of passengers that needed assistance. Since all of the other passengers were travelling on to the U.S., they took them first and left me in a wheelchair. This time it was to the side in the main concourse with an Air Canada desk directly across from me with two agents. They

tably ends up in the recycling.

So, with that in mind, we decided to focus on our little community of Sechelt and to reach out to those who my not receive much in the way of recognition or reminders that they are important and loved. We decided to visit the Shorncliffe Senior’s Residence. We prepared a concert and each child made a flower out of paper to give to his/her new friend.

On Friday, Feb. 12, the entire school (76 students) made its way to the residence and sang seven songs of love in French. Residents were

said they would be coming back for me. After sitting for over half an hour, a female agent walking down the concourse came over and asked me why I was parked there.

I explained what had happened. She went over to the Air Canada desk I mentioned and after arguing with the agents there, she came back and kindly took me to the correct gate.

I attempted to reach a supervisor by telephone when I returned home since I felt they should be informed of this. Over 20 minutes passed where I was shuffled around, only to be told I had to go on a web-site, lodge my complaint, and would have to wait until up to a week for a reply. I feel this is beyond bad customer service. smiling, applauding, singing along and even shedding a few tears. The kids walked around and handed out their flowers. Little conversations sparked up between residents and students. Everyone was smiling. Finally, we were treated to a snack they had made for us: cupcakes and juice. We said our goodbyes but not before promising that we will visit again soon and for sure next year for Valentine’s day.

A new tradition has begun.

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Students from École du Pacifique serenade seniors at Shorncliffe in French, a new Valentine’s “tradition”. RIK JESPERSEN PHOTO

However, I decided that writing your newspaper would probably prove more fruitful than getting more of the run around from Air Canada.

Marsha Andrews, West Sechelt

No trophy

(re: “Horrible news”, the Local, Feb. 11) Cornelia van Berkel writes, “yes, trophy hunting is happening right here on the Coast". She uses the word “trophy” but what she really means is “guided hunting”.

The only trophy hunting allowed in BC is for grizzly bears, and there are no grizzly bears on the Sunshine Coast.

All other hunting, like the black bear and the cougar she mentions, requires the hunter, or guide, to bring out the meat, which can be consumed by the hunter, the guide or friends. Which means its not trophy hunting.

I assume she is against all hunting, and that is fine. But it has nothing to do with the word “trophy”.

David King, Sechelt

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Syrian refugees to arrive on Coast soon A Syrian refugee family of four is expected on the Sunshine Coast virtually any day now, according to one of the local churches helping to sponsor them.

“They’re in Jordan, awaiting transportation,” Christian Life Assembly Administrator Maria McMullen told the Local. “They’ve done their immigration requirements and their medicals, and have their documentation.”

Christian Life Assembly in Gibsons is involved in The Refugee Sponsorship Project, along with Crossroads Community Church in Sechelt and Sunshine Coast Welcoming Communities.

“The family is a mother and father and two daughters, a seven-year-old and a nine-year-old,” McMullen said.

The federal government is providing transportation to the West Coast as part of the effort to bring to Canada some 25,000 refugees fleeing the once prosperous Middle Eastern country, which has been torn apart by a five-year civil war. More than 250,000 people have been killed in the conflict and 11 million have been forced from their homes.

“One of our church members has a cottage where the family will be able to stay until we have permanent residence for them,” McMullen said. She added that a com-

mittee of the churches and Welcoming Communities are helping prepare for the family’s arrival.

Christian Life Assembly held a Valentines Dance Fundraiser for the refugees at the church Feb. 13.

The Refugee Sponsorship Project is hosting an art auction fundraiser at the Gibsons Public Art Gallery on Mar. 5 and 6. Auctioneer Ed Hill will

conduct a live auction at the Gallery at 4pm on March 5.

Bids on silent auction items will close at 4 pm Mar. 6.

If you would like to donate to the project, you can do so directly through either of the churches’ websites at clagibsons.com or crossroadssechelt.com. Those who want to volunteer can contact any of the organizations involved.

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A public engagement proto read the report. It is hoped that present volunteers will cess is now in place to look continue to lend their expe- at the needs of the Gibsons rience and expertise to this swimming pool. SCRD is looking at replacing the hot new program.

After an unprecedented tub at that pool. There will short meeting of only a day also soon be public engageand a half, the first round ment to discuss water meof budget is now complete, ters, which should help memwith the second round com- bers of the public understand ing in a few weeks. Finance the installation process and staff and other departments long-term rationale.

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It is this last item – maintaining existing community infrastructure – that presents the greatest challenge.

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Help with staying at home Do you wonder how to prepare yourself and equip your residence; enabling you to safely stay in your home, maintaining your independence and familiar lifestyle?

The Seniors Planning Table’s Safety at Home Action Group is addressing this issue by sharing information about programs in our community, and by identifying safety concerns that are currently not being addressed.

Here are some of the available programs: • “Steadyfeet”. This is one of a variety of programs offered by the Sunshine Coast Regional District. The Steadyfeet Program will help to improve functional mobility, increase lower body strength, improve balance and reduce risk of falls. Sponsored by Vancouver Coastal Health, this program is recommended by doctors and physiotherapists.

The next Steadyfeet Program in Gibsons starts Feb. 29 (10 sessions). Register at the SCRD. • “Remembering When”. Offered through the fire departments of the Sunshine Coast, in cooperation with Vancouver Coastal Health, the Remembering When Program is a fun and interactive fire and fall prevention program for older adults, with a nostalgic theme that has safety

messages presented through 604-790-0778. discussion, trivia games, and • “Home Alone”. The District handouts. The SCRD has of Sechelt funds the Home joined in support by offering Alone Program. This prothis program at the Gibsons gram is coordinated by the & Area Community Centre. Community Resource Centre, The next session is Monday, offering older adults living Feb. 22, 11:30am-12:15pm. alone practical tips, skills and Pre-registration is required. information to increase their Interested groups wishing safety and enhance their into participate can contact dependence at home and in Greig Soohen, Safety Officer, their community. Members 1/4 vertical 4” x 4.875” Gibsons and District Vol- from local fire, police, ambuunteer Fire Department at lance and SCRD Emergency

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The Tetrahedron Outdoor Club invites you to the 1st Annual Sunshine Coast Loppet on Sat., March 5 at Dakota Ridge Winter Recreation Area.

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This year’s event includes a 30km long course and a 10km short course. This is a family friendly event, so there will also be 2.5km, 1km, and 100m fun ski events that are perfect for the kids. More experienced N.D., F.C.A.H., C.C.H. kids are welcome to join the Naturopathic Doctor longer N.D., F.C.A.H., C.C.H.races as they are able.

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Free income tax help The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program is sponsored by the Canada Revenue Agency and by the Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH).

The program operates from March 1 to April 30.

Volunteers will complete simple tax returns, free of charge, for low-income clients. Income limits: Individual $30,000; Couple $40,000; Individual with a dependant $35,000, plus $2,500 for each additional dependant.

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There are three options for eligible clients: 1. Meet with a volunteer by appointment to E-file a tax return. This can happen at one of three locations: Gibsons Public Library (Friday afternoons, 604-886-2130); VCH Home Care Office in Sechelt (Mondays, 604-7410726); or Sechelt Seniors Centre (Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 604-885-3513, or 604-885-8910).

2. Drop off all your tax information, including T-slips, and fill out the Client Intake and TIS60 Authorization Forms at the following locations. Volunteers then carefully complete and e-file each

The Imagination Network is inviting everyone to contribute to a community art installation that involves mural paintings, improv screen writing, collage and photography.

These creative activities will be inspired by stories developed by older adults

with dementia, utilizing a method called Time Slips (www.timeslips.org).

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The Gibsons-based HealthyQigong.com has launched a new on-demand service which promises to overcome some of the biggest barriers to being healthy – time, convenience and cost. HealthyQigong. com provides affordable qigong instruction using a 'Netflix-style' subscription,

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Two friends, two guitars Valdy and Gary Fjellgaard: as individual artists, these men are amazing; together, they are phenomenal.

The pair play the Heritage Playhouse in Gibsons Sat. Feb. 20 at 8pm. Advance tickets at Laedeli Gifts and the Sechelt Visitor Centre are $20; at the door, $25.

Gary and Valdy are two experienced entertainers who know how to earn the respect of their audiences and deliver shows night after night that send people home with smiles and the knowledge that they’ve experienced something special and heartwarming.

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team. Their songs touch a common ground with the affection and warmth only old friends can share. Two memorable and endearing guys, two guitars, and two dozen songs or more to tell you where they’ve been, where they’re at, and where they’re heading.

They call it “Western roots� music that draws on all the aspects of life in the west. Music that echoes the mountains and the sea, the cowboys and the fishermen, the oil-well roustabouts and the loggers, the sunsets and the rain, the streak of rugged independence and contrariness, generosity and warmth.

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John Vaillant, Governor General Award-winning author for Non-Fiction for his book, The Golden Spruce, and author of The Tiger, and The Jaguar’s Children is coming to the Roberts Creek Community Hall, on Sun., Feb. 28, 2-4pm.

John will do a reading from each of his three books.

Publishers Weekly offered

the following praise for The Golden Spruce: “In a vigorous, evocative style, Vaillant portrays the Pacific Northwest as a region of conflict and violence‌ It is also, in his telling, a land of virtually infinite natural resources overmatched by an even greater human rapaciousness‌ A haunting portrait of man’s vexed relationship with

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Annie Proulx commented that, “The Tiger is the sort of book I very much like and rarely find‌ a book not only for adventure buffs, but for all of us interested in wildlife habitat preservation.â€?

John’s book tour is sponsored by Island Link Library Federation and the Canadian Council for the Arts, in con-

Poet Philip Kevin Paul will read from his work at the Arts Centre in Sechelt on Sat., Feb. 27 at 8 pm. Paul is a member of the WSĂ ,NEC Nation from the Saanich Peninsula on Vancouver Island.

His work has been published in BC Studies, Literary Review of Canada, Breathing Fire: Canada’s New Poets and An Anthology of Canadian Native Literature in English. He has worked with the University of Victoria's linguistics de-

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Paul’s first book Taking the Names Down from the Hill, won the Dorothy Livesay Poetry Prize (BC Book Award).

His second, Little Hunger, was shortlisted for a Governor General’s Literary Award in 2009.

Marilyn Dumont, author of A Really Good Brown Girl, notes that Paul “is a writer who knows that he belongs

to the territory on which he resides (not the other way around), knows that he is a member of a people who hold and sustain a particular worldview and language and knows that his ancestral legacy, larger than himself, clarifies his vision and grounds his creative gift."

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The internationally renowned Vogler Quartet plays at Raven's Cry Theatre on Sun., Feb. 21 at 2:30pm. Joining them will be Vancouver based pianist Ian Parker.

Frances Wainwright, Artistic Director for The Coast Recital Society, looks forward to welcoming these accomplished musicians to the Sunshine Coast. "We have a reputation as a high quality presenter and we treat our people well," says Wainwright. "These artists really like coming to small communities. I do pre-concerts chats with the audience before the performance which gives the audience more information and establishes a nice rapport between the audience and musicians."

The Coast Recital Society, founded in 1994, is dedicated to presenting the finest recitals and chamber music to local audiences. The Society also operates an Artists in the Community program presenting concerts in elder care facilities and schools, as well as offering an extensive scholarship program to bring opportunities to budding local classical musicians. Like

many arts organizations, one of the Society's biggest challenges is funding. They appreciate the local sponsors who allow them to "Keep ticket prices affordable for members of the community," says Wainwright. "But also raise sufficient funds for the running of the Society and to bring outstanding artists to the Coast."

With the Vogler Quartet and Ian Parker, the Society is keeping its promise to bring those outstanding artists to the Coast. Founded in 1985, the Quartet is celebrating its 30th Anniversary with all four of its original founding members. The LA Times said

of them: “They are widely recognized for their uncommon musical intelligence, homogenous sound, insightful interpretations, and unconventional programming.” Ian Parker comes from a family of pianists and is a graduate of the Juillard School of Music. He has played with orchestras around the world and is known for his easy going style and dynamic playing. The program of music includes selections from Ravel, Stravinsky, Schulhoff and Shostakovich's Piano Quintet. Be prepared for "A wonderful communication between the musicians and the audience," says Wainwright.

Mazacote, a hard hitting horn driven New York Salsa Dura band will be headlining the Gibsons Landing Jazz Festival annual fundraiser on Sat., Feb. 20, 9pm, at the Roberts Creek Hall. Get ready for a hot night of dance with powerhouse beats from Columbia, Puerto Rico and Cuba.

Based in Vancouver, the

band features Nicaraguan singer-songwriter David Lopez, with Grammy Awardwinning percussionist Toto Berriel on congas, Latin jazz trumpeter Malcolm Aiken, and a groove-heavy rhythm section featuring Chris Couto on timbales, Aaron McKinney on bass, and from Osaka Japan, pianist Niho Takase.

Mazacote performs across

the West Coast in dance clubs and festivals, including last year's Pender Harbour's Jazz Fest, bringing the exciting Latin dance party vibe to audiences of all ages. And to get the party started DJ Yum Yum will heat up the dance floor with his irresistible global mixes.

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"And a wonderful, high quality concert."

The Vogler Quartet with Ian Parker play Raven's Cry Theatre Sunday, Feb. 21 at 2:30pm. Tickets $25, $10 for students, available by calling 604-885-0991 or at the door.

Entertainment Society and tickets are $25 from Strait Music, Sechelt, MELOmania, Roberts Creek, Gaia Fair Trade, Gibsons and online at www.coastjazz.com. Time to get out and party salsa style and support the 21st annual Gibsons Landing Jazz Festival June 17-19.

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February 18 Chatelech Interact Club Valentine dance for grades 6 & 7, Seaside Centre, Sechelt, 6-8pm, $8 February 19 Friday Night Live with Matt Diamond, Michael Lacoste and Jack&G, Roberts Creek Legion, 8pm, members $6, guests $12 February 20 Alternatives in computer systems workshop with Robin Chauhan, Gibsons Library, 1:30-3:30pm, free February 20 Artist talk by artist Jeff Wilson, Gibsons Public Art Gallery, 2-3pm, free February 20 Vegas style casino night, fundraiser for the Nutcracker, Seaside Centre, Sechelt, 7pm, $25 February 20 Valdy and Gary Fjellgaard in concert, Heritage Playhouse, Gibsons, 8pm, $25 at the door February 20 Poppa Greg & the Chillin’ Dylans, Gibsons Legion, 8pm, members $5, guests $10 February 20 Dance with Mazacote, horndriven salsa dura band, fundraiser for Gibsons Landing Jazz Festival, Roberts Creek Hall, 9pm, $25 February 20 Funk rock dance band Ripple Illusion, Roberts Creek Legion, 9pm, members $6, guests $12

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Sechelt Downtown Business Association ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND DINNER Mazacote, a Vancouver-based salsa dura band will play the Roberts Creek Hall Feb. 20.

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Piano-driven rock and roll On Sat., Feb. 20, Vancouver’s Ripple Illusion will be returning to Roberts Creek, bringing a night of rock, funk, and soul to The Roberts Creek Legion. The band played a rigorous show for a packed house during their last visit in November, and is planning to bring new songs

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and higher energy for their next one. Tickets for the 9pm show can be purchased at the door, $6 for members and $12 for non-members.

Ripple Illusion is a fresh take on a retro sound, mixing together musical influences from a variety of different eras. Blending inspirations

ranging from Motown to R&B and modern rock, the band has created a truly unique brand of piano-driven rock and roll. The band was created in fall 2014 by Mike Turner, also of the accomplished Canadian Rock and Roll outfit Damn Fools.

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This is the time period that leads up to Spring Equinox.

Although time is ultimately an illusion, a play of perception intrinsically woven into the cycles of the cosmos, it is this very reality that so significantly contributes to making the dream come to life.

Dreams and realities, perceptions and truths, facts and fallacies, who is to say which is actually which? To date, there is no consensus agreement. Certainly there are bullying forces and arrogant voices who assert conclusions to satisfy their own convictions, attachments and ambitions, yet the jury remains perpetually out.

What we can agree upon is that with each new day the distribution of the sun’s light on the planet is ever changing, even if within a repetitive cycle. This light may not be that of which mystics speak reflecting upon their enlightenment peak, such sublime vistas of light refer to dimensions hidden from empirical senses. Yet it is the light of the life-giving sun that does more than simply bathe our world in solar radiation and it is hardly a mere object in the sky.

The light of our Sun and the life-giving heat it produces are the outer reflections of an intimate relationship which we each individually and collectively share. While not limited by our cyclic movements manifesting as time, our experience of it is deeply embedded in our body, mind, heart and soul. Astrology measures this relationship and vividly reveals that life is riddled with consciousness and within its intelligent intent exists creative purpose for one and all. Pisces time reminds us to meditate and remember this living spirit that dances in the solar light.

Aries (Mar 21–Apr 20) A time of retreat is upon you. While sometimes such periods can prove busy behind the scenes, you may, this time, feel inclined to be quieter so you can reflect deeply. That old saying, ‘Be still and know that I am God’, applies here. Specifically, it is the voice of your soul that you want to hear. The next step will be to heed what you heard but that time is a few weeks away.

Taurus (Apr 20–May 21) Dreams can be sweet but they are known to turn bitter when left to tumble endlessly in our mind. It is said that some dreams are just that and the inspiration they produce is enough. But some dreams are louder and are more specific to the actualization of our destiny. Such dreams require clarification and ac-

above. Traffic rumbling by disrupts your reverie reminding you of realities in the now that simply will not wait. Like the needle on the album, the only sound that is real is that which you can hear and which is moving you to engage.

Libra (Sep 22–Oct 22) Life is but a dream, but when we feel like hell it has a way of breaking the spell.

An invitation has been sent to do a review of your embodied state. Over the next couple of weeks, you will receive a gentle reminder to stay in shape and keep your immune system high. If all is well it will pass you by without any notice. Otherwise, take note and address the messages with deliberate punctuation.

Scorpio (Oct 22–Nov 21) Sometimes our imagination soars like an eagle in the sky. The vantage of perspective to see from on high brings rare realization and inventiveness. Innovation that may be deemed genius is irrupting in your mind. To share this blessing serving the collective good will provide the inspiration to prevail and reward you with countless returns. ‘Fly like an eagle to the sea; fly like an eagle let your spirit carry thee.’

Sagittarius (Nov 21–Dec 21) Although life can sometimes feel like we are caught between a stone and a hard place, you also know that the ground is not as solid as it seems. So, the question is: how can you best slip away?

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Gemini (May 21–Jun 21) Long distances are not necessarily required for you to travel far. You more than others are able to notice all the details that even journeys to the far reaches of your own neighborhood can reveal. This is a time of bringing it home and the reference of this common phrase is linked directly to creative inventiveness. All you have to do is enter the zone.

Cancer (Jun 21–Jul 22) A mystical mood has descended upon you, or perhaps it is you that is ascending to lofty heights to hear gods whisper amidst heavens thunder. There is magic in the air as well, the sort that keywords uttered opens doors previously locked shut. That these doors are in your own mind and conceal unique perceptions of self and others is the inner riddle embedded in the verse.

Leo (Jul 22–Aug 23) Birth, life, death, and rebirth – the natural and eternal message encoded in a simple spiral is yours to behold now. This process is certainly literal, yet at others refers more to our sense of identity and subsequent orientations than to the concerns of mortality.

A process of awakening is underway. Messengers from without and messages from within are collaborating on your behalf.

Virgo (Aug 23–Sep 22) Relationships and memorable moments shared linger like a dream in your mind. How quickly the flow moves beneath from the vantage from the bridge up

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