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Bob Stevens is getting ready to hang up his hat for the last time. The Gibsons and District Volunteer Fire Department (GDVFD) Chief is retiring. His last day on the job will be July 24. Bob Stevens has been the Fire Chief with the GDVFD since October 1995. He oversees two

staff and 40 volunteer firefighters. Prior to becoming Chief, he worked as a mechanic and a maintenance technician. He began his firefighting career in 1979. “I have been extremely fortunate to have worked in the Gibsons fire service for over 20 years. It is an incredibly rewarding career,” says Chief Stevens. “I am also very proud to have worked with our excellent firefighters who are a force, I believe, which is second to none. I will miss them, and working with the Sunshine Coast Regional District staff and Board, but I am looking forward to starting the next chapter.” The GDVFD provides fire protection to the Town of Gib-

The Local - Thursday, July 16, 2015

Editorial Opinion Weather and climate change My hometown, Vancouver, is in a rainforest, so we celebrate sunny days. People I talk to are enjoying the recent warm, dry weather, but they invariably add, “This isn't normal” — especially with all the smoke from nearby forest fires. With no mountain snowpack and almost no spring rain, rivers, creeks and reservoirs are at levels typically not seen until fall. Parks are brown. Blueberries, strawberries and other crops have arrived weeks earlier than usual. Wildfires are burning here and throughout Western Canada. Meanwhile, normally dry Kamloops has had record flooding, as has Toronto. Manitoba has been hit with several tornadoes and golf-ball-sized hail. Unusual weather is everywhere. California is in its fourth year of severe drought. Temperatures in Spain, Portugal, India and Pakistan have reached record levels, sparking wildfires and causing thousands of deaths and heat-related ailments. Heavy rains, flooding and an unusually high number of tornadoes have caused extensive damage and loss of life in Texas, Oklahoma and Mexico. The likely causes are complex: a stuck jet stream, the Pacific El Niño, natural variation and climate change. Several recent studies indicate a clear connection between increasing extreme weather and climate change. One, by climatologists at the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Colorado, looked at rising global atmospheric and sea-surface temperatures, which have increased water vapour in the atmosphere by about five per cent since the 1950s. According to the paper, published in Nature Climate Change, “This has fuelled larger storms, and in the case of hurricanes and typhoons, ones that ride atop oceans that are 19 centimetres higher than they were in the early 1900s. That sea-level rise increases the height of waves and tidal surges as storms make landfall.” As Pope Francis pointed out, climate change and social justice are intricately connected: “The human environment and the natural environment deteriorate together; we cannot adequately combat environmental degradation unless we attend to causes related to human and social degradation.” That’s why so many people from Canada and around the world are calling for action as government leaders prepare for December’s UN climate summit in Paris: religious leaders including Pope Francis and the Dalai Lama; global organizations like the World Bank, International Monetary Fund, International Energy Agency and World Health Organization; businesses from Microsoft to Ikea to General Motors; and millions of people like those who marched for “Jobs, Justice and the Climate” in Toronto on July 5. All know the future of humanity depends on rapidly shifting the way we obtain and use energy. Even though many world leaders recognize the problem, the recent G-7 agreement to decarbonize our energy by the end of the century is a horrifying joke. None of today’s politicians making the commitment will be alive to bear the responsibility for achieving the target, and the time frame doesn’t address the urgent need to begin huge reductions in fossil fuel use immediately. Governments at the provincial, state and municipal levels have led the way in finding solutions. Now it’s time for national leaders to finally demonstrate real courage and foresight as they gear up for the Paris summit later this year. Submitted by David Suzuki

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(re “SCRD the culprit”, the Local, July 9) I commend John Marian for speaking out about our current water crisis and believe he is spot on in his assessment of our local governments’ ultimate responsibility for this region’s ongoing water woes. Our current approach appears to be almost entirely focused on reducing water consumption. While this is crucial, the truth is that we can’t conserve our way out of our recurring water shortfalls any more than we can recycle our way out of the larger environmental crisis. If the forecasters are right, it may already be too late to avoid dry taps later this summer, but going forward, we need to do three things as soon as possible to ensure an adequate year-round water supply. First, we need to start metering in ALL areas, especially Sechelt. Not only does metering help reduce household consumption, it’s the only way to identify systemic leaks that are literally bleeding us dry. Second, we need to develop a better water storage system to capture the abundant rainfall of our wet season. Cities like Portland, Oregon have been doing this for decades; a system scaled to our community’s size and needs is certainly achievable. Finally, when considering any form of new development, our FIRST question needs to be “Where will the water come from?” As it stands, this question often seems to be an afterthought, when it is considered at all. There is no excuse for a reLetters to the Editor should be sent by e-mail to editor@thelocalweekly. ca. The deadline is Monday at 10am for that week’s paper. Generally, letters should not exceed 300 words. And all letters must be signed, include the writer’s community of residence and (not for publication) telephone number. Letters may be edited for a variety of reasons.

gion that gets as much annual rainfall as the Sunshine Coast to ever have a water shortage. We can (and should) do everything we can to conserve water, but we need to be more proactive than that; we need investment in critical infrastructure, and we need our local governments to start making this issue a top priority. M.J. Lord, Sandy Hook

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(re “Silas White declares George conflict”, the Local, July 9) The decision by Gibsons town councillor Silas White to recuse himself from all future George deliberations is almost as startling a 'development' in its own right as the George ‘development’ proposal itself is. One can conceive of five reasonable explanations, and these are not necessarily mutually exclusive. 1. Councillor White always intended to recuse himself from the George matter, even prior to the election. 2. Councillor White was somehow pressured to recuse himself. 3. Councillor White obtained some significant 'new' information. 4. Councillor White perceives some personal, professional or political advantage in not being tied to any George related decisions. 5. Councillor White, whose property, by his own admission, would be directly affected by the George, 'ignored' his all too obvious conflict of interest in what was surely the single largest issue of the election, in order to further his own political ambitions. One notes that Councillor White, by his own words, ran as an 'independent', and not part of a slate. If Mr. White, had not run, then one pro-OCP candidate would necessarily have won a seat, and given the number of votes Mr. White obtained, it is possible that perhaps two of the proclaimed pro-OCP candidates may have won seats. Regardless of the reasons behind Councillor White's de-

cision, the people of Gibsons should take note of how their interests are simply not being sufficiently well served in this matter by his decision. If Councillor White cannot participate in the decision making process for what will certainly define the very future of Gibsons for decades to come, then Councillor White should resign. He must put Gibsons future before his personal interests. Unfortunately there is no other responsible course of action. Alan Donenfeld, Gibsons

to the intent to hold final consideration in the summer— when too many people will be away; we object to the fact that many of our letters asking that developers proposing buildings in excess of the OCP’s 35’ maximum height should erect a temporary structure to show the true height, has been ignored; and now that we are so very short of water we worry greatly about our aquifer and having to supply so much more water to so many new users. Graham Wray, Gibsons Landing

Readers should be aware that the Town of Gibsons is moving with undue haste to implement the George Hotel and Residences project which sets the stage for a complete high-rise waterfront. Mayor Rowe answered my letter, asking again for our long promised local neighbourhood meeting on this proposed high-rise project, with a long, wordy letter which seems to say we do not need a local neighbourhood meeting, ” but the whole community may be treated as one”. In fact, his letter says: “If the project is supported, an information meeting may be held, and a Public Hearing and final consideration of the project would take place later this summer.” (My emphasis added.) That reply is astonishing. Many of us who live in Gibsons Landing, around this hillside looking out over the water, will assuredly be affected by towering high-rises some 125’ or more above the water. Our traffic flow and parking will be considerably affected, especially during construction. We who overlook this lovely harbour and waterfront, who thought we were protected by a carefully developed Official Community Plan, will suffer from depreciated property values, traffic problems, and loss of the desirable community we built; those in other parts of Gibsons will not. Far too many have too many concerns about the whole process: we object strongly

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(re “Weston buying votes with your money”, the Local, July 9) For the record, Gozewijn Vlasblom, I feel the need to clarify your erroneous statement that "...John Weston gives $50,000 just like that, no strings attached..." Gibsons Community Building Society, which operates the Public Market, applied for a federal government Accessibility Grant to enable the Society to upgrade its facilities to address handicap accessibility in washrooms, and access to all three floors. Currently there is no elevator in the Public Market, which prevents physically challenged individuals to have access to each floor. The very comprehensive application which we completed for the funding is very much dependent upon numerous conditions in order to receive the funds. Any time you're interested in getting the facts don't hesitate to come to the market and we'll be happy to inform you the basics and conditions of the grant. We are very grateful to receive this support which once the full renovation and expansion is completed will provide easy access to all visitors to the market regardless of any physical challenge. Gerry Zipursky, Executive Director, Gibsons Community Building Society

The Local - Thursday, July 16, 2015

Sechelt fire evacuees allowed back home

SFU IdEA SUMMER CAMP A GREAT SUCCESS

These signs on the northbound side of the Sunshine Coast Highway approaching Davis Bay say it all. A celebration of life service for John Phare will be held July 18 at the Gibsons and Area Community Centre from 1 pm to 5 pm. RIK JESPERSEN PHOTO The eight residents who had to evacuate due to the threat from the Old Sechelt Mine wildfire were allowed to return home July 12, as the blaze—which had grown to the size of Stanley Park—was slowly being brought under control by firefighters. “The evacuation order for the Carlson Point area in Electoral Area B (Halfmoon Bay) in the Sunshine Coast Regional District has been rescinded,” the SCRD said in a release. But officials warned that those living in 21 water-access properties along Sechelt Inlet were still under evacua-

tion alert. “Residents may be asked to leave their residence on 10-minutes notice," the news release said. The fire has held at 400 hectares in size, the BC Ministry of Forests reported July 14. The ministry also said the fire was 75-per-cent contained. There were about 100 firefighters working on rotation, three helicopters and eight pieces of heavy equipment. The Halfmoon-Carlson Forest Service Road remained closed. “This fire is suspected to be human caused and is under

investigation,” the ministry said. A celebration of life service for tree faller John Phare, of Roberts Creek, was scheduled to be held at the Gibsons Community Centre Arena on Saturday July 18 at 1pm. Phare, 60, and the father of three, was helping crews fight the fire when he was hit by a falling tree about noon on July 5. He was the first member of a firefighting crew to be killed on the job this year. Crews across B.C. were fighting 115 fires larger than 10 hectares, as of July 14. Rik Jespersen

Sechelt field taken over by command post The B.C. Ministry of Forests has taken over part of the sports field at Sechelt’s Kinnikinnick Park as a base camp and command post in the fight against the Old Sechelt Mine Wildfire. District of Sechelt Chief Administration Officer Bill Beamish told the July 8 meeting of Sechelt District Council that the temporary facility would be accommodating “60 to 100 people.” The command post is also a camp to house and feed firefighters and support staff and a temporary storage fa-

cility for equipment and supplies. A “helispot/heliport” has also been set up for administrative flights. Kinnikinnick is Sechelt’s largest park and is almost entirely densely wooded. The eight-acre sports field that takes up the southwestern corner of the park contains two soccer pitches, four baseball diamonds, and a children’s playground. The camp takes up the western half of the field. Councillor Noel Muller asked Beamish if any provisions had been made for

some of other activities that have been planned at the field this summer. Beamish said a ball tournament was scheduled for the long weekend in August. “The Superintendent of Public Works has assured that accommodation can be made, that they can be put at another parks, or at Brothers Field in Gibsons,” Beamish said. Council unanimously approved a motion to grant the ministry temporary occupancy. Rik Jespersen

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Sechelt home invasion The RCMP's Emergency Response Team (ERT) was called out from the Lower Mainland on the night of Friday July 10 to assist Sunshine Coast RCMP with a high-risk arrest. Shortly after 4 pm on Friday, RCMP were called about a home invasion that had occurred in Sechelt. Police worked quickly to identify two suspects, and located them inside a residence on Truman Road in Halfmoon Bay. Police made contact with the suspects, however they refused to exit the home. Due to the violent history of one of the suspects, the ERT was called to assist.

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Two former Gibsons town councillors say they question Councillor Silas White’s decision to declare he has a conflict of interest on the proposed George Hotel. White said in his semimonthly councillor’s report July 7 that he had sought legal advice about the fact that the view of the harbour, Keats Island and North Shore mountains from his Gibsons Landing home would be blocked if the George Hotel and condominium residence was built. White said he had been advised, “to declare a conflict of interest and recuse myself from further deliberations on the project.” Former councillor Gerry Tretick said he was surprised by White’s decision. “I believe Councillors were elected to decide on what is best for the community over all other considerations including personal reasons and that means one needs to deal with the facts and think as a person representing the tax-

payers and use good judgement,” Tretick told the Local. “By not participating one is sidestepping this responsibility, unless of course there is truly a conflict of interest.” Lee Ann Johnson, who served three terms as a Gibsons councillor from 2005 to 2014, said if White has a conflict, others on council might, too. “I don't understand Councillor White's position when Mayor Rowe's view will also be impacted by the George as will that of Councillor Lumley if he still resides [on] South Fletcher,” Johnson said. “If Councillor White has a conflict, it would seem that the other two members would also have a conflict.” White said he regretted he had neglected to seek a legal opinion earlier, but now that he had, the “foremost contribution” he can make to the Town is, “to not compromise the integrity of the process in any way.” The George Hotel and Residences’ proposed build-

ing heights far exceed Official Community Plan provisions for the town’s waterfront and have been the subject of bitter controversy in the town. The hotel would be about 125 feet above average sea level and the separate condo building would be about 103 feet tall, blocking harbour views of many area residents. The project has passed first reading at Council and the next step in the process is a public hearing, which has yet to be scheduled. As White will now recuse himself, further decisions on the project will be up to the four other members of council. Despite the even number, there is no possibility of a deadlock due to tie votes. “The Community Charter prescribes that if the votes of the members present at a Council meeting are of equal for and against the motion (a tie vote), the motion is defeated,” said Selina Williams, the Town’s Corporate Officer. Rik Jespersen

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Coast farmers plan watering appeal Some concerned Sunshine Coast farmers are planning to appeal to the SCRD to grant them an exemption if the regional district imposes Stage 4 “severe” water restrictions. The group is also putting together a petition to help drum up public support in advance of a planned delegation to the SCRD Board meeting July 23. “We are hoping for public/government support to amend the Stage 4 restrictions so it allows very controlled watering for food production only,” said Brenda Thomas, writing in a Facebook announcement on behalf of the ad hoc farmers’ group. “It is a difficult pill to swallow that we as a community wouldn't make watering our food of vital importance this summer,” Thomas wrote. Stage 4 bans all outdoor watering using water directly from the regional system, and the SCRD has publicly

warned that without significant rainfall lasting two or three days, the tighter restrictions could be declared as soon as July 17. However, a dramatic drop in water use suggests Coast residents are getting the message and might delay the implementation of Stage 4. According to figures from the SCRD, consumption has dropped from over 21 million litres per day two weeks ago to 12.5 million litres on July 12. One member of the farmers’ group, Annette Clarke, has tried to get the jump on extended dry conditions and invested $2,000 in two massive potable water tanks to collect rainwater on her three-acre Roberts Creek farm. She plans to use the tanks to help keep her commercial fruit and vegetable crops watered. Clarke said she believes the SCRD should encourage rainwater storage, as some Vancouver Island communi-

ties like Nanaimo do. “I was hoping for an incentive program. Now I’m broke, but I have water,” she said. Clarke filled half of her 4,500-litre tank just before Stage 3 restrictions came into effect July 10. “We did it when we were still legally allowed,” she said. The second tank, which can hold 9,000 litres, is positioned to catch rainwater draining off the other side of the pitched roof of her house. “It’s not just about saving your business, it’s about food security on the Coast,” Clarke said. B.C. residents who have creeks or rivers adjacent to or running through their property cannot automatically use that water, but must apply to the provincial Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations for permission, according to the SCRD’s Manager of Utilities, Dave Crosby. Rik Jespersen

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Medical marijuana could be grown in the District of Sechelt on Agricultural Land Reserve lots of five hectares or more and on Light Industrial-zoned sites one acre or more, according to a proposed new bylaw. District Council passed first reading of the bylaw at its July 8 meeting, and the issue now goes to a public hearing, likely to be held in September. Lot size is only one of a long list of criteria in the bylaw, which also calls for

growing facilities to be federally licenced, to be more than one kilometre away from any school and at least 500 metres away from parks. The proposed bylaw comes in the wake of two public information meetings the District held April 21, during which various zoning options and possibilities were presented. Passage of first reading July 8 came after a delegation from Seashore Organic Medicine appealed to Council for a quick decision. The company

intends to build a medical marijuana growing operation on industrial property in East Porpoise Bay. The firm is anxious to get on with construction, spokesman Dave Greenway said, and asked, “to be grandfathered in,” as the firm invested heavily in the project under the previous District Council when zoning allowed marijuana cultivation. “We first applied in June 2014,” said spokesman Dave Greenway. “We’ve spent more than half a million dollars in the community. We’d like to see where we can go from here.” Mayor Bruce Milne said the best Council could do is to ask District staff to prepare a report on the implications of grandfathering the company in. “We’d like to begin building at this time,” Greenway said. “We’re fully funded. We’re going to be creating over 40 jobs for the community.” Milne told Greenway he was sympathetic, but that the staff report would likely not be delivered to Council for about six weeks. Rik Jespersen

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I want to begin this message with sincere thanks to all the personnel involved with keeping our community safe during this incredibly dry and fire prone summer. This includes the workers at the fire site and support staff working behind the scenes. I also want to thank the community volunteers, donors who have been very generous to those involved with fighting the Old Sechelt Mine fire and, in particular, all of those who were touched by the tragic loss of faller John Phare. On behalf of the District, condolences and our deep gratitude are extended to the family, friends and co-workers of Mr. Phare, who lost his life while working to protect our community. Residents of and visitors to our community all need to be vigilant with regard to fire prevention and water conservation. Any outdoor activity

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Garry Nohr Chair Sunshine Coast Regional District and Repesentative for Halfmoon Bay, Area B

To the firefighters who have been fighting the wildfire at the old mine site and the SCRD staff who manned phones and the website for the fire control centre—well done! Thank you to all the citizens who welcomed and helped the firefighters. It is sad that one of our own citizens lost his life fighting the fire and condolences go out to the family of Joe Phare. I hope many of you can attend the memorial on July 18. The SCRD strategic plan was passed by the board and will now be available for the public to peruse. This plan gives a direction for the next five years, listing priorities that the SCRD board will analyse to ensure that these goals are achieved. The SCRD board and staff met with the Squamish Nation at the Gibsons Farmers Market on June 30, 2015. Many topics were discussed and Chief Campbell and his councillors were very open in discussing their views on a Marine Plan for Howe Sound, incinerator proposal for Port Mellon, and environmental concerns about the LNG plant and tankers in the Sound. The SCRD board discussed concerns over certain logging cut blocks in Squamish traditional territory and asked for the Nation to give feedback on these in the near future. Further discussion was held on resource industry projects in Howe Sound and the Squamish Nation explained their referral process. I recently attended a workshop with recreational staff, put on by a consultant who is an expert on the process of community development. This was one of the areas for improvement requested

that can cause sparks or fire ignition should be avoided. This includes cutting of grass, using trimmers or chainsaws and any open flames (i.e. cigarettes, candles, chimeras, or fire crackers). There is a complete ban on all campfires and beach fires in the Coastal Forest zone. This is one of the driest summers on record. Along with being vigilant about fire protection, we need to conserve water to ensure we have supplies available for essential uses. Sechelt is now on Stage 3 water use restrictions. We need to do all that we can to conserve water use in and outside of our homes. Do not use sprinklers to water lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers or vegetables. Do not use hoses to wash sidewalks, driveways, vehicles, boats or equipment. Also, do not fill swimming pools, hot tubs, wading pools, garden ponds, or decorative fountains. Watering of outdoor plants and trees using watering cans or a hand held hose with a shut-off valve is permitted. Sechelt has received inqui-

ries about the District watering newly installed landscaping at the Water Resource Centre (WRC). Now that we are in stage 3 restrictions, we will be using groundwater from a well on the site for this purpose. This is not reclaimed water nor is it potable water from the municipal water system. We are watering this area at the minimum level needed to protect the health of the landscaping. In closing, I want to thank Katharine Trueman and the SDBA for organizing Canada Day in Sechelt, which was a resounding success. I also want to remind everyone that Sechelt is again hosting the Summer Music Series in our downtown through July and August between 12noon and 2pm. The public is welcomed to enjoy free performances by talented local musicians on the lawn of the District Office/ Library building on Saturdays. On Sundays in August there will be concerts at the ‘Downtown Stage’ at the site of the Old Catholic Church on Cowrie Street.

in the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The workshop gave SCRD recreation staff an opportunity to discuss ideas for building relationships with all Sunshine Coast communities and groups, in order to increase the use of our facilities. I am still getting queries about changes to SCRD recycling, because of signing a contract with MMBC (MultiMaterial British Columbia). SCRD staff and directors lobby on an ongoing basis for improvements in the recycling program. Staff have still not been given a contract proposal for curbside recycling for Areas B and D.

I am also asked why there are not sidewalks and street lights in rural areas. Street lights and sidewalks are not a requirement for development in rural areas. A neighbourhood that wishes a street light can request one. The neighbours then pay for it on a yearly basis through increased taxes, with each residence in the area of the street light paying a portion. Please contact me about any of these items or other concerns at 604-741-2427 or glnohr@dccnet.com. I am available for discussions at SCRD or the Halfmoon Bay store, Fridays, 10:00 a.m. to noon.

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Art Review Nancy Pincombe Freelance Creative Writer, Arts & Culture

Grab a friend and hurry to the Gibsons Public Art Gallery to see this exciting exhibition of painting by

Ramon Kubicek, opening July 23. Vibrant, saucy, complex, memorable, these large mixed-media and acrylic works require more than one set of eyes to appreciate. Vivid fields of abstraction are peppered with itty bitty figures, creatures, objects. You’ll notice more the longer

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you look. You will need to stand and argue about which is your favourite. I immediately took to “Ship of Fools,” its inky blues and deep turquoise. Are those little ships in trouble? Surfacing? I think of warriors, of Argonauts. The eye dances around this canvas, the glowing (yet somber) orb, presumably the sun, isn’t meant to reassure the viewer. There is a serious tone to this one. But that is perhaps the easiest to describe. I find I could spend a lot of time with “Voyage”, that blue, that swirl, those little figures, and with “Bee-seech,” “Bee-lines” and “Melissae”. These are assured, powerful paintings that, on your wall, would tell you a different story each day. “Ovid’s House Party” is wacky. “The Unnamed” suggests a multitude of figures in simple brushstrokes. There’s an interconnectivity and a timelessness here that no amount of zaniness upstages. “Bees of the Invisible” is strong, abstract and riveting. Clearly I have several favourites. The exhibition is called “Bees of the Invisible”, which comes from German poet Rainer Maria Rilke: “We are the bees of the invisible. We… gather the honey of the visible in order to store it in the great golden hive of the In-

visible.” And here Kubicek is doing something avoided by many contemporary artists. He’s not being clever, ironic, or inscrutable. He’s acknowledging a spiritual basis for art making. He’s suggesting a parallel, honey-making and art-making, art feeding the community, the alchemical role of the artist and a mystical “something.” Still, there is a lot of irreverence and silliness in these paintings. Sometimes you’ll even catch those little figures doing something lewd. This is just what an exhibition of painting should be. It is exuberant, generous, entertaining. Kubicek has taught Con-

temporary Issues in Art and Design at Emily Carr University for many years. I asked him “why painting?” when contemporary art has such a wide reach of outlets. Aren’t contemporary artists wearing meat, draping canyons in cloth, knitting, standing on street corners uttering expletives? I can ask him because of course he’s thought about it. “Painting is the most immediate connection between self and the material world. It’s mark-making, which is a thing that humans have always done…. And I love colour. And, I can be as weird as I need to be, right here.” The opening reception is

Sunshine Coast painter Ramon Kubicek has an exhibition opening July 23. NANCY PINCOMBE PHOTO

Saturday, July 25 4-6pm. http://ramonkubicekart. com/

51 “Shades of Grey” Sunshine Coast Artists were given the challenge: “Get out your grey scale and start creating”! And they did. The jury met and 51 local artists were selected for this multidisciplinary exhibition at the Doris Crowston Gallery in the Sunshine Coast Arts Centre. Works cover a kaleidoscope of artistic expression including: drawing, painting, photography, stone and metal sculpture, fabric work, and digital media. The exhibit – which runs July 22-August 23 will coincide with the Festival of the Written Arts, the Hackett Park Arts and Craft Fair and the Power of Paint exhibit at the Seaside Centre. The opening reception for “Shades of Grey” is on Wednesday, July 22nd from 7-9pm. For further information check out our website at www.scartscouncil.com or call 604.885-5412. Submitted

2015 SEA CAVALCADE ROAD CLOSURES for Vehicle traffic, Residents and Businesses Road closures and no parking areas will be in effect to vehicle traffic in both Upper & Lower Gibsons. EXPECT DELAYS, AND USE ALTERNATE DETOUR ROUTES.

SATURDAY, JULY 25th, 2015 PARADE EVENT CLOSURES (Morning to early afternoon) Roads will re-open as parade progresses. 8:00 - 10:30am

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Also on Saturday from 7:00am to 11:00pm there will be FULL ROAD CLOSURE and NO PARKING in Lower Gibsons from the intersection of School Road/Marine Drive on Gower Point Road to Winn Road. ALL PARKED VEHICLES MUST BE REMOVED due to the following events: Parade, Family Day Activities, Salmon BBQ and Booth Exhibitors SUNSHINE COAST TRANSIT SYSTEM (BC TRANSIT USERS): EXTRA BUSES SERVICES will be operating. Due to EVENING EVENTS in Lower Gibsons, there will be a temporary stop on Gibsons Way route behind the Visitor Info Centre.

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SUNDAY, JULY 26th 7:00am - 9:00pm FULL ROAD CLOSURE and NO PARKING from the intersection of School Road/ Marine Drive on Gower Point Road to Winn Road. ALL PARKED VEHICLES MUST BE REMOVED.

PLEASE NOTE: THERE WILL BE ZERO TOLERANCE OF ALCOHOL AT ALL TIMES!! The Sea Cavalcade Committee thanks all of you for your help and cooperation to maintain the safety of everybody. Come and join us for an exciting 2015 Sea Cavalcade. For more information, please check our website at www.seacavalcade.ca Keep tuned for our full program of events and remember to get your raffle tickets from our Golden Girls at Sunnycrest Mall and help us by volunteering if you can!

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Flamenco: from Seville to Gibsons Dancer Lia Grainger was once a collegiate level basketball player in her hometown of Vancouver, and then an award-winning journalist, but she threw it all away to become a professional flamenco dancer, a feat that once seemed impossible for the 6'2” blond-haired, greeneyed Canadian. No sooner had Dennis Duffin graduated with a PhD in Astrophysics from McMaster University, he left Ontario to pursue his love of flamenco and went to live in Seville to study guitar with the best in the world. The two artists are behind Fin de Fiesta Flamenco, which plays the Heritage Playhouse on August 5 at 8pm. The two turned their backs on “normal” lives in order to devote themselves entirely to their true passion, flamenco. Today, they spend as much time in Spain as they do in Canada. They aren't the only foreigners to make this move. Seville is populated by almost as many flamenco students as tourists. There are dancers and guitarists, young and old, from all around the world who have chosen to give up everything and move to Spain to commit themselves full-time to the study and performance of flamenco.

In 2012, Grainger decided to bring this Spanish inspiration to Canadian soil by forming Fin de Fiesta, an ensemble of esteemed Canadian and American flamenco artists who divide their time between North America and Seville, Spain. Fin de Fiesta has been presenting electric performances with a wide range of guest artists at festivals and theatres across the continent ever since. “I’m thrilled to be bringing the music and dance of Spain to BC,” says Lia Grainger. “We’ve worked so hard in Spain to create this work, and I feel lucky to be able to perform it my home city, and in the places I visited and loved as a child.” The name Fin de Fiesta translates as “End of the Party”, a reference to the open jam session that happens at the end of a traditional flamenco show in Spain. This is when the true improvisational and spirited nature of flamenco shows itself. It is this lively spirit – unpredictable and unrestrained – that inspires their work. The Gibsonbs show starts at 8pm. Tickets are $17 advance, $20 at the door. www. findefiestaflamenco.com Submitted

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Flamenco dancers Lia Grainger, originally from Vancouver, and Dennis Duﬃn, left, divide their time between Canada and Spain, and will be in Gibsons Aug. 5. PHOTO SUBMITTED

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Back in Time Nico Crudele

Museum Assistant, Sunshine Coast Museum & Archives

The Sunshine Coast is a true cultural mosaic of settlers, each providing their own contribution to the social environment of this land. In the early 20th century, Finnish settlers came to the region; many from a failed commune on Malcolm Island in Georgia Straight. Others came directly from Finland. The decision to live on the Sunshine Coast was largely influenced by their philosophy of living off the land as Finnish Settler Wiljo Wiren said in a 1994 interview: “Father was looking for land. He wanted to see if he could make a living off the land and that’s how he came to be here.” Many of the Finnish settlers moved to the settlement in upper Gibsons Landing shortly after the 1906 Madden fire. By 1914, there were approximately 14-18 Finnish families on the coast, about 100 people – a substantial portion of the total population of the Coast at the time! We can see the hard-working, communal lifestyle of the Finnish in ventures like the Howe Sound Cooperative Canning Association, and farming developments along Henry Rd. A particularly atheistic group, they built two community halls where

they would congregate for dramatic performances, songs, and more. The Finns welcomed members of other cultural groups into their halls, where inclusive community events would also take place. Notable differences that set the Finns apart as a cultural group on the Coast were their abstinence from alcohol, and their philosophy of living off the land. The Finnish word “Sisu” does not translate directly into English, but can be loosely correlated with stoic determinism, persevering against unfavourable odds. It is a good way to describe the Finnish settlers, given a life of much migration and movement. We can still see the influence of their culture alive at events like the Pender Harbour May Day celebration, or in cooperative endeavors, like the Roberts Creek Farmer’s Market, or the Coast Car Co-op. Fortuitously, a relative of Jake Hintsa, one of the original Finnish settlers, came by the Museum two weeks ago while I was working on this article. He shared a captivating tale of Vaino Maki, (also related to Jake Hintsa) who settled in Gibsons in the early 1920’s. If you would like to learn more, check out our revamped Finnish Settlers exhibit which will be launched at the end of the summer!

Saturday, July 18th, 2015 Sechelt Library “Garden Stage” 5797 Cowrie Street

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July 17 Charlotte Wrinch performs, Gibsons Friday Farmers Market, 2-4pm, free July 17 Family Trio, Gibsons Friday Farmers Market, 4-6pm, free July 17 Music in the Landing presents “the gongs” show, Gazebo on Gibsons Wharf, 7-8pm, free July 17 Pre-release party for Simon Paradis’ new cd, Roberts Creek Legion, 9:30pm, members $6, guests $12 July 18 Music in the Landing presents Dave Philley, Pioneer Square next to Gibsons Info Centre, 11am-1pm, free July 18 Sechelt Summer Music presents Steve Weave Trio and Definitely Diva, Sechelt Library lawn, noon-2pm, free July 18 Release party for Simon Paradis’ new cd, with a reading, BBQ and dance, Ruby Lake Resort Amphitheatre, 5:30pm, $30 includes dinner July 18 Music in the Landing presents Celso Machado, Winegarden Park, Gibsons, 7-8:45pm, free July 18 CD release concert by Dan Brubek Quartet, Heritage Playhouse, Gibsons, 8-10:30pm, $25 July 19 Music in the Landing presents Justus, Sun Dial stage next to Gibsons Sunday Market, 11am1pm, free July 20 Jazz lunch on the lawn with George Wishart and Locura Jazz Trio, Gambier Community Hall, 11am-4pm July 21 Mandala painting starts (weather permitting) and continues for several days, Roberts Creek Pier July 22 Reception for the opening of a juried group exhibition, “Shades of Grey”, Arts Centre, Sechelt, 7-9pm July 23 Brave Mike 5, each participant can read or speak for five minutes, Gibsons Public Library, 6-7:30pm July 24 Sarah Noni and Sara Fitzpatrick concert, StraitSound Studio, 1927 Grandview Rd., Roberts Creek, 8pm, $20 in advance marco@poptrip.net July 24 Blues and jazz artist Ron Campbell, Roberts Creek Legion, 8:30pm, members $6, guests $12

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Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20) A good deal of sifting and sorting close to home continues. Cleaning, clearing, renovating and/or decorating are possible settings for this focus. At deeper levels, circumstances have pushed you inward to do some soul searching. However, it may also manifest as something of an inner battle between what you know, think and feel. Acknowledge your own process yet be open to other opinions. Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21) Tending to a variety of fronts is all part of the game now. This includes creative activity close to home. Focusing to feel more confident about matters and to make important decisions to this end is central. This may require some review and revision of your usual perceptions and interpretations. Deepening commitments to longer term realities is featured. Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21) About three years ago you

entered a very pivotal cycle in your life. It has likely included significant and permanent changes in you and some of your closest relationships. Endings followed by new beginnings of a measurable sort have turned your world around and perhaps upside down and this process continues. The bad news is that it is not over yet but the good news is that it will be soon. Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22) A determined and assertive mood continues to guide your actions. You would like to make choices that meet with everyone’s approval but are rediscovering just how unlikely that is to achieve. Patience is a key word these days. While perseverance is required, it includes the attitude of playing the long game. Keep breathing and remind yourself, ‘it is not over until it is over’. Leo (Jul 22 – Aug 23) Clearing the way within in order to advance without continues as a central theme. Whether you are literally cleaning house or emotionally focused to overcome inner fears, resistance, inertia and consequent self-sabotage, you are probably busy. If you are avoiding these

altogether you could be irritable, short tempered, depressed…. Listen to yourself! Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22) Being your own friend includes living according to what you deem true and persevering. There is ever a danger that you could be too stubborn for your own good in this regard, but this is not one of those times. Now you must take a stand and proclaim your position on things. You can still acknowledge that they are yours and not everyone should necessarily comply, except you. Libra (Sep 22 – Oct 22) Your sense of authority and confidence is at a peak. Consequently, this is a good time to make important decisions and take deliberate action on them. There may be some outlays of energy or money required, but the time is right for such things so proceed with trust. Focus to increase your popularity and influence with associates and friends alike. Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21) Circumstances in your life are pushing you to see a bigger picture. They are spurring you on to a revolutionary momentum. If you have been waiting for your moment to make a break for it,

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this is probably the time. You may have to confront some very real fears to succeed. Acknowledge your sense of individuality and what you feel you need to have and do to satisfy it.

Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21) Clearing and purging the past has likely become an old and tired theme for you, yet the cycle is not yet complete. It is linked to important changes in your overall lifestyle and is likely connected to you health. So, muster up what reserves you have left to re-assert your resolve and push through to a new level and approach to your life, it may depend upon it.

Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19) Important interactions with significant others continues in the spotlight. These likely include family members and matters. Of course, this is where emotions can be expressed most openly, for better or worse. At best, positive returns for sincere efforts rendered over the years are flowing in. At deeper levels however, the flow is leading towards graduations of all kinds. Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19) Working to establish a healthy daily rhythm remains a top priority. Your efforts are linked to increasing the scope and quality of health, fun, prosperity and

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Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20) A creative cycle continues to summon the activation of your inspirations. It is rather important that you take initiative now if you have not already. By this time next week the resolve to do so will be harder to achieve. Draft your article, draw your plans, gain an overview to see your final result then decipher the steps required to succeed. Do it now!

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