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Sunshine Coast, British Columbia • www.thelocalweekly.ca • Thursday, July 12, 2018 Myths For Our Times Page 10

SC Community Forest Page 3

Sightseeing Tragedy

Bruce Milne Runs Page 5

Silas White Runs Page 5

Short-Term Rental Debate Page 8

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The scene of a tragic plane crash July 5 in a ravine about one and half kilometres west of the Sechelt airport. The pilot and three others on board were members of a family on an afternoon sightseeing flight. The single-engine Cherokee Piper 140 went down when it lost power just after takeoff. The pilot was killed.

The three others – an adult male, a teenage girl and a young boy – were able to get out of the plane on their own, and were picked up by ambulances on Reservoir Road in Selma Park and taken to hospital with minor injuries. The cause of the crash is under investigation by the Transportation Safety Board. RCMP PHOTO

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At At Horseshoe Horseshoe BayBay only, only, ticket ticket sales sales forfor vehicles vehicles andand walk-on walk-on passengers passengers endend tenten minutes minutes before before thethe scheduled scheduled sailing sailing time. time.

The Local - Thursday, July 12, 2018 3 Langdale/Vancouver Langdale/Vancouver andand Powell Powell River/Sechelt River/Sechelt Peninsula Peninsula areare notnot guaranteed guaranteed to to connect. connect.

Please Please plan plan your your travels travels accordingly. accordingly.

Sechelt hotel project proceeds �ive years later A resort hotel proposal that dates back to 2013 is moving forward after Sechelt council gave third reading and adoption on July 4 to a zoning amendment bylaw for the Vanta Pacific development, slated for a Porpoise Bay waterfront property east of the Blue Ocean Golf Club.

The property is proposed to be developed in two phases. The first is a 20-suite boutique hotel with restaurant, bar, spa, and swimming

pool. In the second phase, the owner will add six two-bedroom guest rental cottages and a meeting centre for small conferences and weddings.

The project first came to Sechelt council in August 2013, and was approved subject to a number of conditions which have only recently been fulfilled. In August 2015, council agreed to enter into a development agreement with the property

owner, but the project went on hold in mid-2015 while the owner purchased and developed residential property on Ripple Way. According to a staff report to council, now that the owner has finished building out the first 15 lots of their single-family subdivision, she is proceeding with the resort hotel.

Council gave the bylaw unanimous approval after very little discussion.

Crossing Crossing Time: Time: 4040 Minutes Minutes

Mayor Bruce Milne stated: see that they’re moving for- Ripple Way east from Fairway “That’s really good to see. ward.”

Avenue to the property, carry September September 55 - October - October 9, 2017 2017 It started in 2012-2013.

It’s A9, servicing agreement out infrastructure and utilibeen sitting at the develop- with the District of Sechelt, ty works, and put in a beach LEAVE LEAVE HORSESHOE HORSESHOE BAY BAY LEAVE LEAVE LANGDALE LANGDALE er’s since we looked at it in signed in May 2018, requires access trail.

7:25 7:25 amamI’m glad to the developer to6:20 amam Donna McMahon 6:20 2015 very early. extend

Sunshine Coast & 9:40 9:40 amam 8:30 amam 8:30 Powell River Schedules 12:00 12:00 pmpm 10:50 amam 10:50

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Schedule in Effect: July 2018 July October October 10, 10, 2017 2017 - January - January 1,sales 1, 2018 2018 and walk-on passengers.

At Horseshoe Bay only, ticket for6, vehicles and walk-on to passengers will

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end ten minutes before the scheduled sailing time.

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A roomful of intense conversations about the SC Community Forest (SCCF) July 9 at the Seaside Centre in Sechelt. This was the first of two “world cafe” sessions hosted by the District of Sechelt, which is evaluating the SCCF logging operations to ensure they “meet the community’s values”. On the left is Hans Penner from Elphinstone Logging Focus, one of the SCCF’s fiercest critics. DONNA MCMAHON PHOTO

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Tuesday & Wednesday Schedule

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Crossing Time: 50 minutes

Distance: 9.5 nautical miles 5:50 pm 6:50 pm 7:50 pm Langdale to Earls Cove terminal is 84 km (52mi), plan on9:45 approximately 90 minutes driving time.

8:45 pm pm October October 10,2017 2017 -(22mi), January 1,2018 2018 Powell River to10, Saltery Bay is 34 -kmJanuary plan on 1, approximately 40 minutes driving time.

Langdale/Vancouver and Powell River/Sechelt Peninsula are not guaranteed to connect, please plan LEAVE EARLSCOVE COVE LEAVESALTERY SALTERYBAY BAY LEAVE LEAVE your travelsEARLS accordingly.

Ticket sales end three minutes for vehicles and five 6:30 6:30 amand am Except Except Sun,Sun, & Dec &Schedule Dec 25,25, Janbefore Jan 1 1the scheduled sailing time 5:35 5:35 amamExcept Except Sun,Sun, & Dec & Dec 25, 25, JanJan 11 Thursday toloading Monday Thursday to Monday Schedule minutes for walk-on passengers.

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Schedule in Effect: June 23 to September 3, 2018

7:25 7:25amamDaily except Sun 8:25 8:25 6:30 amamam Daily except Sun 5:35 Please Note: Fares collected at Saltery Bay only.

9:25 9:25amamDaily 10:25 10:25 8:20 amamam 7:25 Daily Crossing Time: 50 Minutes 10:35 ampm 9:25 amamDaily Thu-Mon only 11:20 11:20 12:20 12:20 pm 12:55 pmpm 11:45 am Daily September 6 - October 10, 2016 3:50 3:50pm pmThu-Mon only 4:55 4:55 pm 2:30 pm 3:40 pm Thu-Mon only LEAVE SALTERY BAY LEAVE EARLS COVE 5:55 5:55pm pmThu-Mon only 6:55 6:55pm pm 4:55 pm 6:00 pm Thu-Mon only 5:35 am Except Sun 6:30 am Except Sun 9:25 9:25pm pmThu-Mon only 10:30 10:30pm pm 7:25 8:25 am 7:05 pm Thu-Mon only 8:05 pmam Thu-Mon only 9:25 am 10:25 am 9:00 pm Thu-Mon only 10:00 pm Thu-Mon only 11:20 am 3:50 pm

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Robert William Weichler, 29, turned himself in to police in Sechelt July 7, after they issued a warrant for his arrest on charges of robbery, theft of a motor vehicle, possession of a dangerous weapon and breach of probation.

This followed a robbery, by a man with a knife, at Fong’s Market in Gibsons on July 6.

Weichler was held in custody pending a court appearance.

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Editorial Opinion

Boating and your brain According to the National Marine Manufacturers Association Canada, an estimated 12.4 million Canadians enjoy our vast landscape of rivers, lakes and oceans each year — and for good reason. Recent research shows people experience emotional, behavioural and psychological benefits of being near, in, on or under water, and while participating in activities such as boating.

One of the leading researchers on the health benefits of the water is Wallace J. Nichols, a marine biologist and author of “Blue Mind”, on the scientific connection between water and happiness.

“The effect of boating on our lives, and its fundamental connection to our planet’s waters, are well documented from an economic, ecological and educational perspective,” said Nichols. “But, the relationship of boating to our health has been largely overlooked. We now know, thanks to science, that the mere sight and sound of water promotes wellness by lowering cortisol, increasing serotonin and inducing relaxation. It only makes sense that being on a boat is one of the best ways to access the wellness benefits of the water.”

For the first time, Nichols is exploring how boating benefits overall health: • Boating resets our brain: With Canadians taking less vacation, more than ever people need to restore their minds. Being on the water offers relaxation, restoration and happiness, along with the added benefits of exercise, socializing, and connecting with nature.

• Boating is meditative: Doing absolutely nothing is a lost art, but is more important than ever as time spent in nature, especially when it involves water, is a valuable way to offset the stresses of living and working in modern contexts.

• Boating is awe-inspiring: Awe is an important emotion that helps us get outside ourselves and is uniquely tied to meaning, purpose, compassion and self-worth. Water is one of the best sources of wonder, and boats allow us to experience this awe.

• Boating promotes play and induces creativity: Stress can inhibit creativity. One of the best remedies is play, which triggers the release of endorphins.

• Boating appeals to our senses: The mere sight of water can induce a flood of neurochemicals that promote wellness.

A lifelong relationship to water, facilitated through boating, brings cognitive, emotional, psychological, social and spiritual benefits for people of all ages and abilities. Fun fact: the brain is drawn to the colour blue above all colours.

“I have done a tremendous amount of research on the benefits of being near, in, on, or under water,” said Nichols. “The best place to begin is by first considering the negative stressors that go away when we step aboard a boat – the traffic noise, televisions, the office, computers – they all fade away.”

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Please be aware when signing forms to ‘oppose the installation of water meters’, there is no vote to oppose meters.

Your signature on this form does not mean you oppose water meters; you are opposing the long-term loan, in favor of a short-term loan, or taking the money from reserves.

Make no mistake, water meters WILL be installed.

All that is being determined now is how to fund the installations.

If the Alternate Approval Process fails, the SCRD can just continue to pay for the meters via a loan, or have a referendum on the different funding options.

While I can understand people voting for different loans, make sure you are not signing for the wrong reason.

There is no vote to oppose meters, despite what some will tell you.

Graham Moore, Sechelt

Makers vs meters

What am I missing here?

When I contacted the SCRD in regards to putting Rainman portable watermakers/ desalinators on a water conservation rebate program, I was told they weren’t cost-effective vs the energy they drew.

I contacted BC Hydro and inquired as to how much it would cost for a 1300-watt unit to run 24/7 for a full month. I was told that this would be a cost of $101.15.

These units can make up to 3,360 litres per day, which means over 100,000L per month for one hundred dollars. Or 10 cents per hundred litres.

Yes, there would be the added cost of some very inexpensive filters that would vary on the type of water being filtered. But doesn’t it still make more sense to invest in something that makes water

from a sustainable source, like the ocean that we’re so close to, than spend millions of dollars on water meters merely helping to conserve water that we’re not getting any more of? Especially in the case of businesses like the Splash ‘n Shine Car Wash, or the breweries and distilleries, that should be financially encouraged by the SCRD to be making water from an alternate source if possible. I don’t get it.

In addition, that six million dollars that they’re borrowing for water meters would buy 750 water makers which would make up to two and a half million litres of clean drinking water per day from the ocean. But, oh no. Water meters make way more sense than water makers. Not. Erik Popivich, Gambier Island

Huddled in the house (Re “Mind your smoke”, letters, the Local, June 28) I’d like to add my voice to that of Nara Brenchley. I live near the Roberts Creek Campground and most of the more than 20 campsites are host to a fire each and every night of the season.

As Brenchley points out, those who enjoy the campfire often shuffle themselves around throughout the experience in order to avoid getting smoke in their eyes and lungs. However, I am unable to shuffle my house out of the way. It is in direct line of the off-shore breeze as it heads toward the water taking the smoke with it every evening.

Each year we are grateful when the weather is cool and damp enough to encourage us to shut our widows at night but, again, as Brenchley points out, the particles still seep into the house and my eyes begin to itch and burn.

The heat waves that we

have experienced over the past few years though are much worse and we must stay huddled in our house in front of fans every night, unable to take advantage of even the slightest natural breeze.

Our house often doesn’t get the chance to cool down overnight because the smoke can linger until well into the wee hours.

I was impressed when the neighbourhood near the Porpoise Bay campground was able to have the rules changed so that group fire pits were created instead of individual ones and as a result, much less smoke spewed into the surrounding houses. It is a solution that is possible in Roberts Creek but to date there has been no will to make the change.

I love my community but I do wish that my health and well-being took priority over the romance of the campfire at every site.

Helen Halet, Roberts Creek

Extreme apartments The Eagleview Heights bylaw amendment was adopted at the June 19 Gibsons Council meeting despite opposition from over twothirds of the residents of Gibsons who either spoke or wrote to Council on this matter.

Our community steadfastly maintained support for a responsible multi-family development that integrated with the neighbourhood. Unfortunately, that’s not what Council approved.

Councillors ignored a critical portion of the Town’s Official Community Plan (“OCP”) bylaw that limits density and instead voted to adopt the most aggressive interpretation possible to maximize the density of the development, approving 87 dwellings instead of the maximum 48 permitted in

the OCP. The OCP bylaw (9.2.7) clearly states that the Town shall cooperate with nearby residents in planning or zoning approvals. This law was ignored despite repeated requests for meaningful consultation from our community.

At the public hearing regarding the zoning bylaw amendment over 70 per cent of Gibsons residents present beseeched Council to deny the application in favour of a more modest multi-family proposal.

Council chose to put the developer first and then justified their decision by suggesting they did so as an alternative to a single-family home development. Other reasonable options were available. There is a vast difference in impact between the density of a single-family development and the extreme apartment building densification that Council authorized.

Our OCP (9.2) directs that “development within and adjacent to existing neighbourhoods should be sensitive to the scale, density, and form and character of existing dwelling units”. Council approved a development that fails to meet that standard.

William Baker, O’Shea/Oceanmount Community Association

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Milne tries for fourth term as mayor a professional civil service and, most important, publicly and openly demonstrate how a diverse and independent group of community members can work together on Council, making tough decisions in a civil and professional way.”

“Along the way, we dealt with the report from the Auditor General for Local Government, established a financial sustainability plan, brought development cost charges into the current century so growth was no longer subsidized by taxpayers and still approved more development applications and building than at any time in Sechelt’s history. In 2017, $43 million worth of building permits were issued, and every year since 2014 the number of business licences issued for local businesses has increased.”

Milne believes that the healthy economy provides a unique opportunity to channel growth in ways that fit community values. “Developers are lining up to do

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wood Editions. He has a master’s degree in public administration from the University of Victoria.

White announced it is “an incredible joy and honour” to represent and live in Gibsons. He’s particularly proud of what Gibsons Council has managed to accomplish in the past year, deciding to supply all of Gibsons with aquifer water to relieve the Chapman system, implementing the organics collection program to reduce garbage by 46 per cent, supporting a cold weather shelter and working with BC Housing to start a supportive housing facility on School Road, launching long-awaited Armours Beach improvements, and finally getting a multi-use walking/ cycling path up Gibsons Way. As for the next four years, White says “Affordability is the number one issue for our

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business in Sechelt. The community is in the driver’s seat on how that development takes place. Voters will elect a Council that protects the values of Sechelt and Councillors who have proven they have the courage and skill to manage – and to lead –under pressure.”

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White runs for Gibsons mayor On Tuesday July 10, the day after his 41st birthday, Silas White announced his candidacy for Mayor of Gibsons in the October 20 municipal election. Currently acting as the deputy mayor, White is completing his first four-year term on council, including two years as the Town’s representative at the Sunshine Coast Regional District. Prior to that, he was a Sunshine Coast school trustee for nine years, including six as the board chair.

White was born in Sechelt, grew up in Pender Harbour and settled in Gibsons 13 years ago to raise his children Simone (10) and Eloise (7) with his wife Amanda Amaral, a social worker. Silas’s parents Howard and Mary started Harbour Publishing in the late 1970s and Silas runs his own award-winning publishing company, Night-

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next Council. We shouldn’t need to be millionaires to enjoy living in our small town.”

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Council and Committee Meetings (all meetings

7pm, May 6 & 20 held in theRoom, Community Meeting (1stSt. Floor, Council meetings are held in the Community Meeting 1st Floor, 5797Room, Cowrie 5797 Cowrie ) unless otherwise stated) and livestreamedPlanning to the District & You Tube channel. Agendas and minutes, as well as links to the District You Tube page, are posted to the District website Sechelt.ca. community

Visit www.Sechelt.ca for more information on District news, programs and services, including: Regular Council1pm, Meeting: July 18, 2018 at 7:00pm April 22,

Development committee

• • Public Works, Parks & Environment Committee: July 25, 2018 at 1:00pm Public Works, Parks • NEW - Committee of the Whole Meeting, May 8, 1pm • Planning & Community Development Committee: July 25, 2018 at 2:00pm Council will meet in a less formal and structured manner to & environment committee,

SUMMERTIME IN SECHELT! 2:30pm, April 22 (or later, depending on

hear and consider presentations that foster the economic, social and environmental well-being of our community. This will be an incubator for new ideas, governance, and policy that is in line with Council’s strategic goals. Committee meetings will be outside wildlife.of every other month, starting scheduledto onattract the first Wednesday in May, 2015. To apply to present, email info@sechlet.ca.

New Sechelt chief librarian

the length of the Bear Aware! previous meeting) Please don’t leave garbage or compost

After a nationwide search, Sechelt Library Board Chair, Ann Hopkins, is pleased to announce the appointment of Shelley Archibald to the position of chief librarian, effective July 18. Formerly community and programming librarian at the Burlington Public Library, Ontario, Archibald’s experience is community-centred and her customer service-driven philosophy combines with strong leadership skills.

Archibald holds a Master of Information from the University of Toronto, a Master of Religion and Culture from Wilfrid Laurier University and a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) from the University of New Brunswick. She is a frequent speaker at library con-

Finance, culture Shhhh economic Between 11pm and &7am please keep the •noise down. (Noise Bylaw 519, 2012) All are encouraged to participate in the Public Engagement/ Development information Meetings on Municipal Regulation of Medical Hot Dogs Marihuana Production and Distribution in Sechelt Tuesday, Remember a pet in acommittee, hot car can be in danger after only 10 minutes.

ferences and is a co-founder of the Librarians as Thought Leaders conference. She is also the former host of a New Brunswick provincial interview television show.

Archibald is interested in the changing nature of privacy in a technological age as well as researching how libraries can help people achieve their personal potential. “The continued growth of Sechelt Library and the development of new community and technology programming over the past few years is exciting,” says Archibald.

“I am delighted to be given the opportunity to move forward with the Library’s continuing commitment to providing stellar services and programs.” Submitted

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on the direction of municipal regulation on these issues Beaches District of sechelt office: Input is welcomed.

Proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 25Sechelt has 55 beach access trails. The new map is available on the website or at 266 regarding medical marihuana production facilities will the Visitor Information 5797Centre. cowrie street, be reviewed. Plan to attend one or both meetings. For more

sechelt, Bc Rentals information or to submit written comments, visit Sechelt.ca If you have a short term property you must have a business license.

Phonerental 604 885-1986

Free Culture Days Worshop April 30, 4:30pm Sunshine Coast

Arts Centre Campfires Fax 604 885-7591 Small, contained campfires (1 m high x 1m diameter) are currently permitted but email info@sechelt.ca watch for restrictions through the summer. Be respectful of neighbours, ensure the fire is clear of any overhanging branches, have a hose nearby and make sure a responsible adult is in charge.

Shelley Archibald is coming from the library in Burlington, Ont. to be chief librarian in Sechelt. PHOTO SUBMITTED

Fun Sechelt Summer Scene guide in this newspaper contains listings of all the festivals, events and cultural activities taking place in Sechelt in July & August.

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After much consideration and wide consultation, Mayor Bruce Milne confirmed that he will be on the ballot for the October 20 municipal election. “This was not an easy decision, for a number of reasons,” said Milne, “and, over the past six months I’ve talked to a lot of people about the pros and cons of another term.”

“What I heard was widespread support for this council and clear recognition of the important work that has been accomplished in rebuilding local government in Sechelt. Everyone I spoke with wants to avoid going backwards – they want us to move forward on the foundation put in place since 2014.”

Milne has been elected three times as Mayor of Sechelt – first in 1996, then in 1999 – and again in 2014.

“The last four years have been very, very challenging – but this council has accomplished everything they were elected to do: stabilize local government and put an end to reckless spending; rebuild

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Pull of the Tide Pam GoldsmithJones MP, West Vancouver Sunshine Coast, Sea to Sky Country

“The salmon runs are in truth the wealth of the Pacific Ocean brought readily back to the land and use of man. For his part man has used them and abused them, injured and restored them.

He knows enough to multiply them even beyond their original abundance and he is threatening them with total destruction.” Roderick HaigBrown, 1969.

The late Haig-Brown is a source of inspiration, a guide and a mentor to many. Last summer in Campbell River he was named as a person of national significance to Canada.

I take his words seriously.

As British Columbians, there is nothing more perfect or more respected than wild salmon, and this is why I believe the time has come to transition British Columbia’s open net salmon aquaculture industry to closed containment.

Momentum is gathering globally – and close to home – for very good reasons.

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tive, the global industry is operating in an increasingly unpredictable environment.

Public support for the status quo is attenuating. Globally, capital is being invested in closed containment facilities, and British Columbia and Canada should not miss this important shift.

From an environmental perspective, there is mounting evidence that sea lice and virus transfer threaten wild salmon stocks. Last summer’s complete net pen collapse in Washington State resulted in an outright ban within two months of the disaster. All Washington State licenses will have expired by 2025.

From a science perspective, the Strategic Salmon Health Initiative study led by Kristi Miller in partnership with Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Genome BC and the Pacific Salmon Foundation, found that the PRV virus known to cause disease in farmed Atlantic salmon causes disease in Chinook salmon in British Columbia. The non-partisan Pacific Salmon Foundation has stated that open net salmon farming poses biological risks to the abundance and diversity of already depleted wild Pacific salmon and

is calling for a transition to closed containment.

From an Indigenous perspective, most – not all – Indigenous communities are opposed to open net farms in their territories. Innovation presents the potential for industry and First Nations to be enterprise partners.

From a trade perspective, Canada is a trusted global leader in high-value, safe, secure sustainable food. The potential to develop our agrifood sector, particularly in light of recent trade agreements, is exceptional.

Now is the time to take a regional approach to aquaculture in Canada and to explain how we plan to transition to closed containment on the west coast of British Columbia.

(Excerpted from my op-ed article published in the Vancouver Sun, June 18, 2018.)

Please visit: www.pgoldsmithjones.liberal.ca for more information. I welcome your thoughts - Email me: pam. goldsmith-jones@parl.gc.ca, connect with us on Facebook: Pamela Goldsmith-Jones, or drop by our office in Horseshoe Bay, 6367 Bruce Street 604-913-2660.

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This event could not take place without the enthusiasm, energy and hard work of more than 150 volunteers, who work year-round to plan and organize the festival’s events, manage its finances, obtain the requisite paperwork, and then oversee set up, clean up, parade marshalling, traffic control, ticket sales and event coordination on the weekend itself.

It’s a sprawling, multi-faceted undertaking, which all comes together under the indefatigable leadership of Conchita Harding, the longtime Chair of the Sunshine Coast Sea Cavalcade Society.

Our local business community also contributes generously, providing expertise, financial support and supplies so that Sea Cavalcade can remain a truly affordable family event.

This year, I encourage you to soak up the comradery and playful spirit that always accompanies this wonderful local event. I also ask that you take a moment to give thanks for the many volunteers who dedicate countless hours to ensure that Sea Cavalcade is one of the most memorable parts of your summer – and, perhaps, to consider joining them in some capacity next year.

From open-air farmers’ and artisans’ markets, to music and arts festivals, to the renowned Festival of the Written Arts, the Sunshine Coast truly comes alive with a full range of fun, family-friendly events each summer.

Of all of these vibrant happenings though, the highlight for me has always been Gibsons’ own Sea Cavalcade, a diverse and lively seaside carnival, which this year is marking its golden anniversary from July 27 to 29.

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STAGE 2 MODERATE Even addresses Thursday and Sunday from 7:00-9:00am Odd addresses Wednesday and Saturday from 7:00-9:00am STAGE 3 ACUTE Ban on all outdoor sprinkling and lawn watering STAGE 4 SEVERE Ban on all outdoor water use These restrictions apply to all regional water customers. All those on the Pender Harbour systems remain at Stage 1 until further notice.

Rain sensors Rain sensors are required on all automatic sprinkling systems. This prevents systems from running when it’s raining.

Permits for Watering New Lawns Permits for watering beyond the allowable times in order to establish new lawns (seed or sod) will not be issued at Stage 2. New lawns should not be established during the summer season.

Conserve water every day. www.scrd.ca/Sprinkling-Regulations 604-885-6806

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We’re looking at ways the Sunshine Coast Community Forest can better represent the community’s needs and values over the coming years.

• Learn how the Community Forest balances forestry operations and environmental protection in the District of Sechelt.

• Discover how revenues are shared to enhance and better the lives of residents and community groups.

• Share your thoughts on how you might change or improve operations and grant opportunities.

During July, August and September, local residents and stakeholders will have opportunities to have their say. Watch for the survey, stop by our booth at community events, or visit us online for more information.

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What to do about short-term rentals?

A staff report on short term rentals, received at the July 4 regular meeting of Sechelt council, generated extensive discussion but resulted in no definitive action other than a referral back to staff.

The report by Tracy Corbett, director of planning and development services, outlined current regulations in Sechelt covering short-term rentals and then looked at measures that have been taken in other jurisdictions.

Corbett described Sechelt’s current approach as “permissive”, noting that short-term rentals are allowed in a number of residential zones, there is no restriction on rentals in secondary suites, and the owner is not required to be resident at the property.

“It puts a fair bit of onus on the enforcement on our bylaw officers through the business licensing as opposed to a lot of strictness in the zoning bylaw itself,” said Corbett.

Councillor Noel Muller stated that he has heard from many people who want council to do something, but the evidence of actual problems is mostly anecdotal.

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but they’re not making official complaints,” said Muller.

“We need to know in your neighbourhood if there is an issue with this stuff.”

Councillor Doug Wright expressed dissatisfaction with the bylaw enforcement approach. “The complaint driven bylaw is an issue for me because I know that after 4:30 on a Friday afternoon there is nobody to complain to and a lot of these rentals are taking place on weekends.”

And Councillor Darnelda Siegers pointed to statistics in the report stating that although there are 153 active short term rentals in the District of Sechelt, only 60 per cent have business licences.

“There are, as we know, many out there that aren’t following our bylaws or guidelines and those typically then would be the ones that are creating the issues. And because we are complaint driven, unless somebody complains about them we don’t actually do anything.”

Siegers also raised the question of whether removing short-term rentals would translate to more long-term rentals, pointing to a recent SCRD survey of property owners. “Many people who

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Mayor Bruce Milne agreed, noting: “I would say at least 50 per cent of the short-term rentals are one- to two- to three- million-dollar waterfront homes that are not going to be converted to residential rental market anyway.”

Corbett suggested that the District consider regulating short-term rentals through zoning, similar to bed and breakfasts. “Bed and breakfasts…[are] restricted a lot more than the shortterm rentals,” said Corbett. “ There’s requirements for the owner/operator so you don’t have the absentee landlord, there’s restrictions on the number of sleeping units and the total number of guests.”

“It’s much easier to enforce through zoning than it is through business licences.”

Several councillors expressed interest in holding a public workshop or consultation on the issue, but Corbett said that staff capacity was stretched. She suggested that she consult with the management team and report back to council on options for next steps.

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Frequently Asked Questions Universal Water Meters

Q. What are water meters?

Q. Shouldn’t water be free?

A. Water meters measure the amount of water entering each property. They allow the Sunshine Coast Regional District to identify leaks. Water meters also help all of us better understand and learn about our water use. This helps the SCRD manage drinking water more efficiently in a way that lowers costs and environmental impact.

A. The treatment and distribution of safe, clean, potable water involves various costs, such as:

Q. What are the benefits of water metering?

A. Metering will play a key role in ensuring safe and reliable water for the community in the long term as the needs for conserving water, maintaining current water systems, and accessing additional supply increases.

The SCRD will be utilizing meters because they will: • Allow the SCRD to measure water use and better plan for the future.

• Promote responsible water use to all members of the community.

• Improve the ability of the SCRD and property owners to detect leaks.

• Demonstrate responsible management practices that strengthens the SCRD’s ability to receive senior government grant funding.

• Allow for the installation of backflow prevention devices that improve the safety and quality of our drinking water.

Q. How will my water bill change?

A. Water bills will remain the same for the time being.

Once meters are installed, the SCRD’s priority is to identify leaks. Water meters will have to be installed on all properties using SCRD water before a public consultation process begins on rate structures. The consultation will likely occur in 2019 or 2020. The new rate structure will replace the existing rate structure.

Q. How much water conservation is realized as a result of installing water meters?

A. It is common for communities to realize a reduction in water consumption of 20% to 30% after the installation of water meters. The reduction is attributed to the detection and repair of leaks in the water system as well as customers’ change in water consumption behaviour.

The SCRD has a goal of reducing per capita water consumption by 33% by the year 2020 from 2010 levels.

As of 2017, the Sunshine Coast has reduced consumption 4%. Water metering will help us achieve our target.

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• Infrastructure construction • Infrastructure maintenance, repairs and replacements (pipes, pumps, reservoirs, etc); • Operational costs (eg. Staffing and energy) • Treatment costs

Q. Isn’t metering just a tax grab?

No. All revenue collected for water stays within the water service and cannot be used for any other purposes.

Metering is about providing information about how much water is being used. Once initial leaks have been fixed and a baseline consumption for the community has been established, a public consultation will be held to determine a rate structure.

Q. Shouldn’t we be spending money on increasing supply instead?

A. The SCRD’s Comprehensive Regional Water Plan outlines steps for increasing water supply in combination with metering to decrease demand. The SCRD is proceeding with the Chapman Lake Supply Expansion project, groundwater exploration, as well as a raw water reservoir to capture more precipitation during the winter months.

Q. Is the SCRD privatizing our water?

A. No. Meters will be supplied and installed by a contractor. The SCRD will own the water meters once installed. Our water system will continue to be owned and operated by the SCRD.

Q. Are new developments and population growth the reason we need water meters?

A. No. Water meters are widely recognized as a best practice. They are being installed to responsibly manage our water resources and reliably provide water to all SCRD water users for the long-term.

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Events on the Sunshine Coast July 12 Powell River author/artist Liliana Kleiner reads from her book “The Song of Inanna” exploring the sacred feminine, Sechelt Library, 7-8pm July 13 Music in the Landing presents Deanna Knight Trio, gazebo on the wharf, Gibsons, 7-8pm, free July 13 Pender Harbour coffee house with Ashley Hautala, Robin Atchison & Nelson Giles, David J Taylor and Tamara Goble, School of Music, Madeira Park, 7:30-9:30pm, suggested $10 donation July 13 Grrl, Roberts Creek Legion, 8pm, members $8, guests $15 July 14 Historical walking tour of lower Gibsons with Dale Peterson, leaves Pioneer Park 10am, by donation July 14 Davis Bay sandcastle competition, presented by SC Lions Club, 10:30am-2:30pm, $10 per group, free to watch July 14 Music in the Landing presents Bonar and Ted, Pioneer Square, Gibsons, 11am-1pm, free July 14 Sechelt Summer Music presents VonReason (noon) and Early Spirit (1pm), library lawn, free July 14 Powell River writer Liliana Kleiner reads from her book “The Song of Inanna” exploring the sacred feminine, Gibsons Public Library, 1:30-3pm, free July 14 Opening reception for exhibition by Erwin Diener and Ines Tancré, Gibsons Public Art Gallery, 2-4pm July 14 Simon Paradis, Gibsons Public Market, 2:30-4:30pm July 14 Simon Paradis, Backeddy Pub, Egmont, 6:30pm July 14 Music in the Landing presents the Burying Ground and Champagne Cowboys, Winegarden Park, Gibsons, 6:30-8:45pm, free July 14 Summer Selection, Roberts Creek Legion, 9pm, members $5, guests $10 July 15 Historical walking tour of lower Gibsons with Dale Peterson, leaves Pioneer Park 10am, by donation July 15 Music in the Landing presents Pop Wisdom with David King, Sundial stage, Gibsons, 11am1pm, free July 15 Slow Sundays in the Creek presents singer songwriter Jalayna Murdock (1:15pm) and “Whiskey Business” ukulele duo (2pm), behind the library, Roberts Creek, noon-4pm July 15 Jim Foster, Lighthouse Pub, Sechelt, 5pm July 16-18 Children’s summer art and conservation workshop for ages 9-12, Arts Centre, Sechelt, $75, register at 604-885-5412

July 18 White gala garden party with dinner and auction, SC Botanical Garden, West Sechelt, 6pm, $130 ($50 tax receipt available) July 18 Wellness Wednesdays presents yoga for ages 12-22 with Siobhan Smith, Gibsons Public Library, 6-7:30pm, free July 19 Dice & Dragons drop-in, for grades 5-12 interested in fantasy games, Gibsons Public Library, 1-4pm July 19 The Brothers, 101 Brewhouse, Gibsons, 8:30pm July 20 Music in the Landing presents Keely Halward, gazebo on government wharf, Gibsons, 7-8pm, free July 20 Zonolite, Lighthouse Pub, Sechelt, 9pm July 21 Historical walking tour of lower Gibsons with Dale Peterson, leaves Pioneer Park 10am, by donation July 21 Repair cafe, Trail Bay Mall, Sechelt, 10am-4pm July 21 Music in the Landing presents Chris Kelly and Nicole Gibson, Pioneer Square, Gibsons 11am-1pm, free July 21 Sechelt Summer Music presents Shine with Ken Johnson and Nancy Pincombe (noon) and The Van Aldens (1pm), library lawn, free July 21 Peanut Butter Jam with Slightly Twisted and guests, fundraiser for the food bank, Henderson Beach, Roberts Creek, 1pm, cash and peanut butter donations accepted June 21 Music with Susan Ssun, Taryn Laronge, Bre McDaniel and Katherine Penfold, Ruby Lake Resort a mphitheatre, 1-5pm, $25, under 11 free July 21 Meet the artist Erwin Diener (and the SC Astronomy Club), Gibsons Public Art Gallery, 1-4pm July 21 Blue Line Duo, The Old Boot Eatery, Sechelt, 6:30-9pm July 21 Nearly Neil and the Solitary Band, presented by Sea Cavalcade, Winegarden Park, Gibsons, 6:30pm, $15, couple $25, under 13 free July 21 Greg Willy, Backeddy Pub, Egmont, 6:30pm July 21 A series of short theatrical pieces written by John McGie, Gibsons Public Art Gallery, 7pm, $15 July 21 Lorne Jones Band, Gibsons Legion, 8pm, members $5, guests $10 July 22 Historical walking tour of lower Gibsons with Dale Peterson, leaves Pioneer Park 10am, by donation

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da in 1982 when she settled in Montreal after earning a doctorate in clinical psychology at Queen’s University as well as attending film school at Concordia. Kleiner’s father was a part-time painter and it’s from him that she got her love of oil painting. After moving to Galiano Island in 1995, she fell in love with wood and started experimenting with woodcuts and creating her own handmade papers out of organic materials such as cedar bark, garlic stems, onion skins, stinging nettle and hemp. She also earned a Master of Fine Art from Haifa University in Israel and her artworks are in private collections around the world. Kleiner is a tireless researcher and spent 10 years putting together The Song of Inanna, even travelling to Crete in Greece to visit ruins.

She is also passionate about her subject believing that the stories of Inanna hold great relevance for us today. The myths were first discovered in what is now Iraq and pre-date the Bible

Anna Nobile Freelance Creative Writer, Arts & Culture

Scholar, teacher, artist, filmmaker, therapist and dream worker Liliana Kleiner will be giving two presentations on The Song of Inanna, her latest work exploring the sacred feminine. Kleiner’s book is a collection of the 6,000-yearold stories of the Sumerian goddess Inanna. “She is not just a spiritual goddess, but a queen and a ruler,” says Kleiner. “She is good, she is bad, she is a warrior, a lover.

She is the totality of the feminine.” The book also contains original artworks created by Kleiner inspired by the stories of Inanna along with a Jungian feminist analysis of the myths.

Kleiner was born in Argentina, raised in Israel and now lives in Powell River.

Throughout her well-travelled life, she has walked two parallel paths: one as a therapist and one as an artist. She first moved to Cana-

Linda Kleiner shows off one of her original artworks of the goddess Inanna. She will give presentations on her latest book The Song of Inanna July 12 at the Sechelt library and July 14 at the Gibsons library. PHOTO SUBMITTED and the Koran. “It is the oldest recorded myth in western civilization,” says Kleiner. “The stories are full of wisdom and messages very relevant to today, to ecology, to our interest in what’s happening to the rape of mother earth.” In her presentation, Kleiner will focus on the original stories and on “passing on this amazing knowledge.

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story we buy into nowadays is capitalism and consumerism. We are desperately in need of more exciting stories that will free us and bring us back to inner freedom and innocence and belief in peace and love.”

Liliana Kleiner will be giving two presentations: Thursday, July 12 at the Sechelt Public Library at 7pm and Saturday, July 14 at the Gibsons Public Library at 1:30pm. Both events are free and all are welcome.

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The child as author The Gibsons Public Library is offering a new story-writing program this year for kids entering kindergarten, grade 1 or grade 2.

In it, “little buddies” will be matched with “big buddies” (grades 6 & up) to compose and illustrate their own picture book. Little buddies will have the option of having their stories read in the summer reading club, taking their story home, or possibly having their story submitted to the library collection.

The program runs on Wednesdays, July 11 through Aug. 8, 10-10:45am.

Pre-registration at 604886-2130 is required for this program as spaces will be limited. Drop-ins are welcome only if there is space available. Participants will have the option of staying through to 12:30 pm so they can join the summer reading club after their Story Buddies session.

And for fantasy game-loving kids who have finished grades 5 & up, the library is offering Dice & Dragons drop-in on alternate Thursdays (July 19, Aug. 2, 16 and 30) 1-4pm.

Gather some friends to play Dungeons & Dragons, Magic-The Gathering or other fantasy games in the library’s air-conditioned community room. Bring your own games if you have them, or come learn from other players.

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Fri. Aug. 17, 9am–9:30pm Fri. Aug. 24, 5pm–11pm Free admission Daily 9am–5pm Sat. Aug. 18, 9am–9:30pm Sat. Aug. 25, 10am–11pm Seaside Centre, 5790 Teredo St. Sun. Aug. 19, 9am–8:30pm Sun. Aug. 26, 10am–5pm 11. DAVIS BAY SANDCASTLE Free admission Rockwood Pavilion, Clarke Farm, Tyson Rd. COMPETITION 5511 Shorncliffe Ave. Advance Weekend Passes $30–$90 sclionsclub.com 7. SECHELT SCULPTURE GARDEN $16 per/presentation. Tickets available The Sunshine Coast Lions Club pressechelt.ca 18. HARVEST FESTIVAL at Festival office, by phone at ents this family-friendly event. Enjoy Experience large-scale sculptures coastbotanicalgarden.org 604-885-9631 or online at creative sand creations, live music, that reflect the people, environment, This is a great family-friendly day. www.share-there.com/writersfestival great food & more! history, and spirit of Sechelt.

Enjoy live music, check out the plant Sat. Jul. 14, 10:30am–2:30pm Daily during daylight hours 15. POWER OF PAINT ART EXHIBITION sale, bake sale, and garlic sale, visit Davis Bay Beach 5797 Cowrie St. facebook.com/ElevenEqualArtists the demonstration veggie garden and $10 to enter competition Free admission This captivating event showcases the learn new tricks for your own crops. paintings of 11 local artists, and offers Sun., Sept. 2, 11am–4pm 12. FESTIVAL OF THE ROLLING ARTS 8. SUNSHINE COAST ARTS CENTRE a glimpse into their artistic world. coasterscarclub.com/sleepy-hollow/ SC Botanical Garden, 5941 Mason Rd. sunshinecoastartscouncil.com Fri. Aug. 17, 5pm–9pm (opening It’s the 23nd anniversary of the Sleepy Admission by donation Home of the Sunshine Coast Arts reception) Hollow Rod Run and the Show ‘n’ Council, the Arts Centre features a Sat. Aug. 18, 10am–6pm Shine collectible car events! Friday is gallery, a public music studio, and a Sun. Aug. 19, 10am–5pm the Rod Run parade, and Saturday the public art studio. The Arts Council hosts Seaside Centre, 5790 Teredo St. street will be filled with classic cars, a variety of cultural events including Free admission hot rods, and specialty vehicles. concerts, literary readings, lectures, Fri. Aug. 10, Register your car and children’s activities.

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As members of the Search and Rescue Community, our hearts go out to the families of the young adults who tragically lost their lives at Shannon Falls near Squamish this past week. The volunteer teams from Squamish Search and Rescue, fire departments and the RCMP who attempted the rescue, and ultimately performed the recovery, are equally in our thoughts.

Closer to home, our own Sunshine Coast Search and Rescue team worked alongside first responders to assist at the tragic plane crash in Selma Park. Our deeply felt sympathy and support goes out to the family and loved ones of those involved. As we learn at Search and Rescue on a regular basis, accidents are by nature unpredictable.

With the excitement that the outset of summer brings, may we remember as well to make every preparation, and take every precaution possi-

ble. As we are forced to learn, each year it seems, accidents happen so very quickly. It is for this reason that we prepare, plan and inform friends of our intended path before we take to the ocean, lakes and mountains of our beautiful coast. As survivors, we owe it to the fallen to maintain a vigilant and compassionate watch over one another.

It will surprise few that the vast majority of water related fatalities occur during the summer months; incidents of drowning occur most commonly when British Columbians are swimming, fishing or power-boating. The Community Against Preventable Injuries is partnering on a safe boating campaign with Transport Canada, the BC Injury Research and Prevention Unit and the Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue (RCMSAR), in an effort to significantly reduce the number of serious preventable injuries – including drowning – by challenging the notion that injuries just “happen” but they “won’t happen to me”.

Count the live bats, report the dead The Sunshine Coast Wildlife Project is asking community members to help with bat conservation efforts by reporting dead bats and by participating in the annual BC bat count.

Bats are among the most threatened mammal groups, with half of BC bat species

officially listed as species at risk. The arrival of White Nose Syndrome in Washington State has increased the threat level. This devastating fungal disease affects bats during winter hibernation, causing near 100 per cent mortality in some affected colonies.

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Here are a few tips worth following: • Wear a Personal Flotation Device/Lifejacket: No one “expects” to fall overboard – hence the vast majority of boaters who drowned in 2016 were not wearing a lifejacket or were wearing it incorrectly.

• Alcohol consumption: Drinking and boating don’t mix – over 40 per cent of victims had consumed alcohol prior to the incident.

• Have the right equipment: Make sure it is in good working condition and accessible, and know how to use it.

“No one expects to fall overboard when enjoying a day out on the water,” says Pat Quealey, CEO of RCMSAR. “Too often we rescue people who have fallen into the water without wearing a lifejacket. Having the right equipment and wearing a lifejacket can save lives.”

The safe boating campaign is part of a three-year project.

To learn more about preventable injuries, visit www.preventable.ca. To learn more about RCMSAR, visit www. rcmsar.com.

This is called a Townsend’s big-eared bat, for obvious reasons. The SC Wildlife Project is asking the community to help with the annual bat count between now and Aug.5.

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In early July, biologists noted several tragic mass mortality events of bats in southern BC. The cause is currently unknown. Residents who discover a dead bat are asked to use gloves to put the bat in a ziplock and to please contact the Wildlife Project at coastwildlife@gmail.com or 604-989-1007.

Community members are encouraged to join in the annual BC bat count. This province-wide citizen science effort is a fun activity suitable for all ages. Participants simply sit outside known roosts and count bats as they fly out at sunset. This year’s second counting period is from July 11 to August 5.

Residents who have bats occupying a roof, attic, barn, shed, or bat house, along with those wishing to volunteer with the counts, are asked to please contact the Wildlife Project at the above number.

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Wood-lover’s nightmare

Between June 30 and July 3, a suspect stole a large piece of high quality fir from outside the woodworking shop at Chatelech Secondary School in the 5900 block of Cowrie Street, Sechelt. The wood, which measured approximately 21 inches wide, 2.5 inches thick, and 9 feet long, had no knot or flaws, and weighed about 150 pounds. Anyone with any information about this theft is asked to contact RCMP, reference file 2018-4314.

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Heavenly wonders

iTunes strikes again

From July 12 to August 12 the Gibsons Public Art Gallery will be presenting a collection of photos, Heavenly Wonders- Astrophotography

by Erwin Diener, a member of the Sunshine Coast Centre of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. We invite you to be moved and challenged by the profound beauty and vastness of cos-

On July 6, a Coast resident reported falling for a common scam after answering an unsolicited computer repair ad on his computer.

The resident then received a call from someone purporting to be associated with Apple computer repairs, requesting the resident pay the repair fee in iTunes cards.

The scammer then went further, telling the resident that $2,000 had been deposited in his bank account in error and that they’d accept repayment of those funds with gift cards.

The resident paid back

mic space while reflecting on the human experience.

The opening reception is scheduled for Saturday July 14, 2-4pm. Members of the Sunshine Coast Centre will be present on Saturday, July 21, 1-4pm to interpret the photos and show the public views of the sky with telescopes.

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half that amount in gift cards before realizing he’d been scammed. No legitimate business will request payment in gift cards or Bitcoin.

To learn more about this and other popular scams, and how to protect yourself from them, please visit sites such as the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre website at http://www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca or the Better Business Bureau at www.bbb.org. Please share this information with your friends and family.

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Mailbox break-ins

One of the sky photos on display at the Gibsons Public Art Gallery. On July 21, members of the astronomy club will be in attendance to offer interpretations – and a live look at the heavens through telescopes. ERWIN DIENER PHOTO

Between June 31 and July 2, and then again between July 6 and 9, a suspect or suspects broke into community mailboxes in the 5600 block of Kwatamus Avenue, Sechelt, using some kind of narrow tool to pry the locked

doors open. Anyone missing mail is asked to contact Canada Post. Anyone with any information about this break and enter is asked to contact RCMP, reference file 2018-4313 or 20184520.

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The Burying Ground in concert, back on May 19, at the Gumboot Cafe in Roberts Creek, with a “lively and gritty sound and a driving rhythm section reminiscent of the music of the juke joints and jazz halls of the 1920’s and ‘30s.” The band is playing a free Music in the Landing concert – on a double bill with the Champagne Cowboys – on Saturday, July 14, 6:30-8:45pm in Winegarden Park in lower Gibsons. DONNA MCMAHON PHOTO

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REDECOR CONSIGNMENT Always stylish, always affordable. Come & see why our summer visitors get off the ferry & ZOOM up to our store (before going to the liquor store apparently) We take this as a compliment! Now there are more new stores & restaurants to tempt us, let’s all enjoy our downtown community as our visitors do. NEW this week… cotton scarves & wraps, bamboo trays, marble rolling pin, teak salad bowls, mid-century tables & dressers, wind chimes, palest aqua shabby chic bench by Mike (LOCAL!), berry bowls by James also LOCAL, round & live edge cutting boards, vintage abalone shells, stainless wine glasses & teapots for camping & LOTS of vintage cabin décor. Love to see you soon. Thanks for supporting our downtown community! 5660 Cowrie Street, Sechelt. 604-885-5884

FOR SALE – Wonderful business opportunity. 50 seat restaurant. Best high traffic location in Gibsons, in front of Gibsons mall. Asking $89,000 all equipment included. 604886-3421.

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SUMMER VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Minimum 2 hrs/week.

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Sunshine Coast Association for Community Living

NOW HIRING! FIND YOUR COMMUNITY AT WORK

We are a group of like-minded people who are passionate about what we do. We seek to empower the individuals we work with by providing a person-centered approach to support. We apply that same approach to our staff. At SCACL, we are looking for forward-thinking, creative, motivated people who strive to be leaders in their community. And we’re here to support you along the way!

We Offer: • Extensive, Hands-On Training • Numerous Locations • Opportunities for Advancement • Variety of Shift Options

• Employee and Family Assistance Program • MSP • Dental and Extended Health

• Municipal Pension Plan • Supportive Work Environment • Unionized work environment

About Us: The Sunshine Coast Association For Community Living is an innovative, non-profit organization dedicated to serving people with developmental disabilities. We have been assisting individuals to live full, productive, and meaningful lives since 1958. We are leaders in providing quality Individualized Supports services, which allow people to reach their greatest potential. We have over 50 employees and serve over 70 individuals throughout the Sunshine Coast.

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RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM COORDINATOR 2 JOB POSTING# 09072018

RESIDENTIAL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKERS

Location: Sechelt Wage: Starting at $23.83

Location: Sechelt Wage: TBD

About the Opportunity:

About the Opportunity:

Implementation of peer based training is a key feature of the Program Coordinators duties.

Assist clients to enhance quality of life with activities of daily living and the development of life skills. Provide Personal care to indivdiuals.

Job Summary: The principle focus of this position is on the co-ordination of programming and client care for the delivery of services provided by SCACL. Site supervisory duties are a fundamental component of this position

The position constitutes 1 FTE. Hours of work may vary according to client need. Although the position is largely administrative, direct support to clients is expected in addition to administrative duties when required.

About You:

Your experience in providing sound, consistent and caring support to adults with developmental disabilities coupled with your leadership and management skills will enable you to flourish in this role. You are motivated by enabling individuals in achieving greater success in certain areas of their lives by providing skills and opportunities to develop, participate in their community, take part in community activities, and learn tasks of daily living. You will also meet other unique support needs including personal care.

Additionally, you have the following requirements: • Diploma in the • Clear criminal record Human Social • Clean driver’s abstract Services or • TB clearance equivalent education • Letter form a Physician and experience. stating an ability to • Class 5 driver’s license work as a caregiver. (permanent staff must • Reference check and be willing to obtain credentials check.

Class 4) • Annual Flu vaccines or • First Aid and CPR adhere to the wearing Certificate of a mask.

Job Summary: Assist clients to live successfully in the community and in SCACL residential settings.

Ensures that client’s physical, emotional, social, educational, and medical needs are met.

About You:

Your experience in providing sound, consistent and caring support to adults with developmental disabilities. You are motivated by enabling individuals in achieving greater success in certain areas of their lives by providing skills and opportunities to develop, participate in their community, take part in community activities, and learn tasks of daily living. You will also meet other unique support needs including personal care.

Additionally, you have the following requirements: Required: Assets: • Class 5 driver’s license (permanent staff must be willing to obtain Class 4) • Access to a vehicle • First Aid and CPR Certificate • Clear criminal record • Clean driver’s abstract

• Community care worker certificate, HCA certificate or related certificate or a diploma in the a related human social services • Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training • Knowledge of Person Centered Active Supports

Sunshine Coast Association for Community Living

Our Commitment to You: We make significant investments in our people, which is why we take great care to hire those who we believe will thrive at SCACL. Our progressive and unique culture sets us apart and provides: • Various internal leadership and development opportunities • Interesting and relevant training opportunities • Meaningful rewards and recognition • Hours: Various shifts (weekdays, weekends, overnights, days and nights)

PLEASE SEND RESUME TO: Human Resource Manager: Laurie White - lwhit@scacl.ca or in person to Suite #105 5711 Mermaid St. Sechelt, BC

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SignaTip of the Week: The Solar Eclipse (partial) that occurs on July 12 at 20 Cancer 41 is in the spotlight. The true meaning in terms of the actual impact of a ‘super’ Moon is an eclipse. When the Moon is closer to the earth and therefore appears larger, its impact can certainly be visceral and emotional but only last for the duration of the event. The impact may be understood as in the category of physics. Yet, a Solar Eclipse has a metaphysical effect, as is true of all genuine astrological ‘events’.

How and why astrology works, includes yet largely transcends physics and is anchored in a metaphysical understanding of reality.

The main difference is that physics is about ‘objects or physical/material effects such as vibrational waves of some sort, for example, acting upon others of the same essential principle whereas metaphysics transcends time and space and reveals a conscious and intentional universe.

The main point is that the effects of a Solar Eclipse can last up to six months and the effects can prove life-changing. If you have planets or angles between 18 and 22 degrees of the Cardinal Signs: Cancer, Libra, Capricorn, and Aries, especially, get ready for a major activation. This week’s Horoscope will shed additional light (to last week’s Horoscope) on the

must give a lot. This will manifest as a new sense of maturity supported by conscientious and empathetic acknowledgment of others.

Doing so will be recognized as beautiful.

Leo (Jul 23 – Aug 23) This eclipse will activate a rather deep process.

It might be connected to money, or at least ways and methods of making money.

This is an important time to clear all emotional disturbances, blocks and fragmentations associate with your ability to receive and your self-worth regarding abundance and prosperity.

Affirm your right, will, and choice to be powerful in the material.

Virgo (Aug 24 – Sep 22) Relationships, friendships and contacts, connections, and expressions of beauty will all be activated by this eclipse, for you. In the high end, these will manifest as spiritual connections. In the middle reaches, the emphasis will be on social and business opportunities. Negatively, you may experience some measure of disillusionment linked to ego-anchored attitudes.

Libra (Sep 23 – Oct 22) This eclipse cycle could reveal areas where you need to pay attention regarding your health and/ or lifestyle habits. Circumstances will push you to be aware of what is good and not and what you can afford to do and not. It could feel like a sacrifice to surrender certain ‘favorites’. Yet, it will prove necessary to exercise the full measure of your emerging power.

Scorpio (Oct 23 – Nov 21) If you are a creative vi-

• Make sure your vehicle is up for the drive by checking engine oil, washer fluid, the lights and the tires, including the spare.

• Carry extra water and food in case you’re stopped or delayed unexpectedly, and ensure you have an emergency/first-aid kit in case you have an accident and need provisions.

• Check DriveBC for the latest road conditions, weather, incidents and special events, such as road construction.

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that. Expect extra attention and, when you get it, give it right back for greater success yet.

Aquarius (Jan 20–Feb 19) For best results, respond to this eclipse by making changes in your usual rhythm and engage in some social and cultural activities. The more you can establish new norms, energetically and effectively replacing old habits, the better. The adjustment period may take about a month to anchor, but if han-

dled well, you will activate a newfound sense of freedom.

Pisces (Feb 20 – Mar 20) If you have been waiting for a break then you will be pleased to know that this eclipse stands to activate an auspicious and perhaps prosperous cycle for you.

One of the keys to your success is to think less and feel more. More precisely, be aware of balancing emotional feeling with sensory.

A simple way to do so is to dance, laugh and be merry.

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With summer officially here, the BC Coroners Service is urging residents and visitors to take extra care and plan ahead for road trips.

According to the latest available data captured by the BC Coroners Service, there were 298 motor vehicle incident (MVI) deaths in BC in 2017. Between 2008 and 2017, MVI deaths in BC decreased by an average of 3.2 per cent per year, representing an overall decrease of 29.6 per cent during that 10-year period.

With increased road-use during the summer, the BC Coroners Service is encouraging motorists to “know before you go” and plan ahead before heading out. General planning tips for a safe trip include: • Plan ahead and be realistic about travel times, allowing extra time for possible delays that may occur due to increased traffic volume.

• Stay safe by wearing seatbelts, obey all posted speed limits and, if the weather is bad, slow down according to road conditions, and maintain a safe following distance.

sionary or feel you have the potential but it has not yet been activated, this could be the destined time. Completing a ‘Grand Trine by Sign’, this eclipse will invariably bring a new measure of inspiration into your awareness. Making new friends and/or the healing of existing friendships are likely.

Sagittarius (Nov 22–Dec 21) What is deemed good is ever determined by how well we are aligned and in harmony with what is happening. This eclipse cycle implies processes of purging or what can generally be described as death and rebirth. The word ‘ death’ need not refer to mortality so much as to ending, completion or the removal of what or who have served their time and purpose.

Capricorn (Dec 22–Jan 19) This eclipse will invariably have a positive effect, especially socially and or/ professionally for you, if with some edgy elements.

The edge point refers to the quality of your ability to be gracious and give. The good news is that you are in a good position to do just

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themes and areas of life affected for each sign.

Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 19) In the deeper reaches, this eclipse will activate a deep longing for home, which may not be where you live. It could be a spiritual home, a place where you can feel truly aligned or as a longing to be with a true love. Either way, it has mystical overtones that may actually require a meditative approach to access.

Most basically, quiet quality time near a body of water might suffice.

Taurus (Apr 20 – May 20) Deep reaches of imagination are likely to be activated by this eclipse. These may well include memories as you reflect on the past.

Negatively, you could conjure false assumptions, as is common of the imagination left to its own. Positively, you will be inspired by intuitions of possibility regarding creative aspirations as you reach for a new star.

Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21) The theme of security mentioned last week is largely linked to health. Of course, this includes your physical body. In the literal, physical sense, the time has come to purge and cleanse. This could amount to simply eliminating certain foods. Fasts and organ cleanses may also be a wise option. Start new diet strategies and lifestyle habits... now.

Cancer (Jun 22 – Jul 22) Making the beautiful dream a reality will be activated by this eclipse. To this end, you can expect to be attending to an array of fronts with a full To-Do list.

It will activate a lot of initiative of the sort that you

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