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The Sunshine Coast Regional District issued an evacuation order late on Monday, July 6 for some residents of Carlson Point on Sechelt Inlet in face of the threat posed by the wildfire that had been burning and expanding rapidly in the area for five days. “This Evacuation Order affects eight residents from 21 water front properties,” the SCRD announced. “The Order ensures protection of human life while firefighters work to control the Old Sechelt Mine forest wildfire.” Residents were advised to go to the reception centre established at the Sunshine Coast Regional District’s headquarters on Field Road in Sechelt. The order came as the community was still reeling from the news that 60-yearold tree-faller John Phare, of Roberts Creek, had been killed while helping fight the blaze. The father of three, born in Davis Bay, was hit by a falling tree about noon on July 5. Phare was the first fatality among the hundreds of men and women fighting more than 180 wildfires in B.C. so far this year. “This is a tragic example of how truly dangerous it is for those battling these wildfires,” said Const. Harrison Mohr with Sunshine Coast RCMP. The District of Sechelt and the SCRD also expressed condolences to Phare's family. "When someone dies while protecting the lives of others, the tragedy is mixed with gratitude for their service," the Sechelt statement said. "When it is a community member who has died in service, the burden of sorrow is compounded." Worksafe BC and the BC Coroner's Service joined the investigation into the fatal incident. A memorial fund for Phare’s family was started by Christine Turner, owner of
the Embellish Emporium at Gibsons Park Plaza. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, but is believed to have been sparked by people using the remote area recreationally. The estimated size of the fire early Tuesday was 250 hectares, more than half the area of Stanley Park, and had more than been doubling every day since it was first reported. Officials said it was 40-per-cent contained. More than 50 firefighters, three helicopters and seven pieces heavy equipment were working on the blaze as of July 7, with more reinforcements joining. Onlookers were being warned to stay out of the fire operations area. Anyone interfering with fire operations
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Editorial Opinion Docks vs eelgrass Out of sight, out of mind. A very simple saying, but, oh so appropriate when it comes to what lies just below the low tide level at the ocean’s edge – the very place we chose to build our docks and floating structures. We are blessed with many hectares of beautiful, abundant shorelines – places to swim, to play, to picnic, to enjoy our magnificent scenery, and something we tend to take for granted. Just below that line of sight, under the water, grows a very important and sensitive true plant, eelgrass. Eelgrass is the long ribbon-like plant, which used to grow prolifically along many of our shorelines. This plant has true roots, unlike the other “seaweeds” that grow at the ocean’s edge, and due to it’s dependence on photosynthesis to survive, is sensitive to shading and disturbance from human activities.
Letters to the Editor – Opinions SCRD ‘the culprit’ An example of eelgrass, at Amours Beach in Gibsons. DIANNE SANFORD PHOTO
Why is this plant important? Not only does it provide oxygen for all of us, it is extremely efficient at sequestering carbon. Eelgrass helps to stabilize and protect the ocean floor and upland shore from the movement of storms and vessel traffic. It serves as a migration route, shelter, and feeding place for a myriad of ocean species. It is the first ocean stop for juvenile salmon in their adjustment to feeding and living at sea. When we contemplate building docks and other structures, a very important factor to be considered is what is below the surface of that shoreline. It is easy to establish whether there is eelgrass present by waiting for the low spring tides and taking a look, or grabbing a mask and snorkel. Choose areas where you do not see the plant growing, and know that shading will not affect it. We think of waterfront in terms of dollars and not in terms of sustenance for life on our planet – including ourselves. When considering building that dock, or placing that float for your boat, take an extra look to make sure you are not impacting what is under the water. Dianne Sanford, Sunshine Coast Friends of Forage Fish
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(re “Severe water restrictions possible soon”, the Local, July 2) Let's get something straight out of the gate, residents are not 'the culprit' for the predicted stage three and four water restrictions pending, as SCRD staffer Dave Crosby is credited with saying in the Local; Regional Board delinquency is. The need to expand water reserves was on the table when I was elected SCRD Director for Area B/Halfmoon Bay in 1999... Why didn't the two Boards on which I served until 2005 stay focused on the issue of supply? We got sidetracked… Gibsons and Sechelt are full members of the SCRD and have continued and still continue to approve new building which, of course, requires water… What is deliberately misleading, is the SCRD's continuing to use census figures to estimate per capita water usage, ignoring completely the miles and miles of waterfront that is as often as not tenanted during summer with non-resident property owners who are not counted by the census... not to mention the tourists. The latter may be uncountable, but the former are not... provincial property tax roles can be mined for it, and while summer population-per-nonresident-household would be a guess, it is a necessary one. Instead we have had longtime SCRD engineering firm Dayton and Night blathering on about the horrendous water-gluttony of full-time Sunshine Coast residents and the need for them to become far more conscientious about water use. It is far more consistent with what we know of the environmental awareness of Sunshine Coasters to believe that taken overall we are already doing a good job of limiting summer water usage. The casual way in which the SCRD seems to accept the likely loss of this year's supply
of produce from home gardens and commercial growers is unfathomable in light of its posturing over food self-sufficiency. Add to that the huge investments and work over many years that have gone into developing those gardens, by owners and a whole cadre of landscapers and summer garden workers and plant nurseries and supply enterprises. So let's put the onus for the current straits in which we find ourselves right where it belongs: On the SCRD, one of whose primary obligations is providing the people whose taxes fund it with adequate reserves of water for the food self sufficiency which is indeed a worthwhile goal, not to mention water for fighting fires, rather necessary, as we are currently well aware, in a region much of which is located in and adjacent to our magnificent forest. John Marian, Halfmoon Bay
Weston ‘buying votes’ with your money
Three months to go to a general election with the current party in power locally in a less than rosy position. And there comes a golden opportunity: the Gibsons Public Market Project. The benevolent and generous John Weston gives $50,000 just like that, no strings attached. May 28, 2015 I was reading in the in Globe and Mail an interview with a senior strategic advisor of the Conservative Party. He explained how it works: In ridings where the Conservative Party is not in a solid position and where winning is possible through vote splitting, a strategic donation can do wonders. The nice part of it that it does not come out of the party's campaign budget, but out of general revenue. After all, you cannot balance the budget every day of the year. It is way more effective at the local level than expensive attack adds. Far out the least expensive way to buy yourself another
seat in the House of Commons. The voters love you for it. They are not smart enough to realize that they are taken in with their own tax money, according to the strategist. The merchants love it too. Of course and I do not blame them. They are in business and should not say no to a freebee. This does not mean that we should say "thank you" and we certainly should not feel obliged to reward the "donor" with our vote in October. Such is the insidious effect of "First Past the Post". It is only the incumbent that has access to these pre-election goodies. Gozewijn Vlasblom, Sechelt
Woodfibre ‘not acceptable’
(re "LNG right fit," the Local, May 14) Woodfibre LNG’s Community Relations Manager, John French, is ill-informed in attempting to refute my letter stating Woodfibre is not an acceptable location for an LNG terminal. On behalf of Woodfibre LNG French writes that SIGTTO – Society of International Gas Tanker and Terminal Operators – the global experts on the safe handling of LNG, has no Hazard Zones in its standards. I invite Mr. French and the public to visit http://www. quoddyloop.com/lngtss/standards.html. The LNG Terminal Siting Standards Organization claims “Leadership in advocating for government adoption of SIGTTO standards”. Point #2 of those standards states “LNG ports must be located where LNG vapours from a spill or release cannot affect civilians” with the footnote: “Sandia National Laboratories defines for the US Department of Energy three Hazard Zones (also called, "Zones of Concern") surrounding LNG carriers. The largest Zone is 2.2 miles/3,500 meters around the vessel, indicating that LNG ports must be
located at least that distance from civilians. Some worldrecognized LNG hazard experts, such as Dr. Jerry Havens (University of Arkansas; former Coast Guard LNG vapor hazard researcher), indicate that three miles (4.8 km) or more is a more realistic Hazard Zone distance.” Sandia is a world renowned research body. French’s letter sidesteps the fact that Woodfibre LNG deceptively misstates Howe Sound’s navigational width to imply a greater measure of safety than actually exists. He also sidesteps the fact that the real danger inherent in handling LNG stems from gas cloud or pool fires, not explosions. The vast majority of the world’s approximately 140 LNG terminals are located at substantial distance from human habitation for good reason. SIGTTO’s Siting Standards point #1 says it all: “There is no acceptable probability for a catastrophic LNG release” with the footnote “While risk of small LNG spills is acceptable, any risk of catastrophic LNG release is unacceptable.” Jef Keighley, Halfmoon Bay
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Silas White declares George conflict Gibsons Councillor Silas White has declared a potential conflict of interest in connection to the proposed George Hotel project. White made the surprise announcement during a special in-camera Council meeting June 30. “White declared a conflict of interest [and] left the meeting at 3:45 p.m. as his private home is near enough to the site of the proposed George Hotel and Residences that his view corridor of the harbour will be blocked if the project is constructed,” min-
utes from the meeting said. Mayor Wayne Rowe immediately moved, seconded by Councillor Jeremy Valeriote, that Town staff, “review all items in relation to the George Hotel and Residences on which a vote was taken with Councillor White present and report back to Council on next steps.” It is presumed White will have to recuse himself from all future official discussions of the project, leaving decisions up to the three remaining councillors and Rowe. The development’s pro-
posed building heights far exceed Official Community Plan provisions for the town’s waterfront and have been the subject of bitter controversy in the community. 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 area residents. The project has passed first reading at Council and the next step in the development proposal would be a public hearing, which has yet to be scheduled. Rik Jespersen
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ping container in the 12800 block of Madeira Park Road. The suspects, who left in two separate vehicles, do not appear to have stolen anything. The file is still under investigation. Anyone who heard or saw anything suspicious is asked to contact Sunshine Coast RCMP. On June 28 at 22:00 hrs, a thief stole luggage that had been put on the Langdalebound ferry bin in error. The luggage, which consisted of two black "Haze" suitcases containing an inflatable Bestway Cooler Z party island, electric pump and bag and assorted women's clothing, sat unattended at the Langdale terminal, until a female suspect was caught on security
video stealing it. Anyone with any information about this theft is asked to contact RCMP, reference file 15-4303. On July 2, a witness reported a possible impaired driver on Highway 101 near Norwest Bay Road, Sechelt, who kept driving well over the fog line. The driver also failed to signal when making a turn onto Norwest Bay Road and continued driving over the fog line. Police located the vehicle and spoke with the driver who was not impaired but advised that she drives over the fog line in order to avoid man holes. The driver was advised she must keep her vehicle in the designated lane and cautioned about proper use of her turn signal.
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INCIDENTS REPORT Week of July 7 On July 2, police received a mischief report after vandals caused extensive damage to a property in the 6600 block of Highway 101, Sechelt. The vandals poured stain over carpets, fixtures and appliances, broke windows with a pellet gun, and wrote graffiti on the walls. Police are investigating. On July 2 between 01:30 and 02:20 hours, two masked suspects were caught on surveillance video using a grinder to cut through locks on a deep freezer and a ship-
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New restrictions: water by hand Effective July 10, and until further notice, the Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) has declared Stage 3 outdoor water use restrictions for all regional water customers south of Pender Harbour. (Customers on SCRD water from Pender Harbour to Earl’s Cove/ Egmont remain at Stage 1 until further notice.) “This decision is made due to prolonged hot weather, peaking outdoor water consumption, and the dry weather that is projected to continue” says Dave Crosby, SCRD Manager of Utility Services. The SCRD is planning for drought conditions through the summer and fall. “We are doing everything we can to prolong our drinking water supply,” says Crosby. “If we can reduce our total daily consumption and meet our community water consumption target, we will postpone the need to move
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watering trees, shrubs, flowers or vegetables. • Conserve water with every opportunity inside your home. The Town of Gibsons has matched the SCRD restrictions because part of the town is on Regional District water and the Chapman system also provides backup supply to the rest of the Town. All of Sechelt’s municipal water is on the SCRD system. Water Conservation education and enforcement have increased patrols. Avoid fines and protect your drinking water supply by following the restrictions above. For more information, contact the SCRD at 604-885-6806 or the Town of Gibsons 604886-2274. Visit www.scrd. ca/Sprinkling-Regulations for details on water use restrictions. Submitted
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Twelve animals—including eight llamas—have been seized from a property in Pender Harbour because the owner could not assure officials the animals would soon receive veterinary care, the B.C. SPCA says. The SPCA, accompanied by RCMP officers, stepped in July 6 after an initial inspection June 26, during which the SPCA gave Bruce Williams seven days to get a vet to look at the llamas. SPCA officials, accompanied by the RCMP, returned July 3, but were not satisfied. “He said he couldn’t comply for another month or so,” Senior Animal Protection Officer Eileen Drever told The Local. “We couldn’t let [the animals] continue to be in distress, so as a result we had to take action,” Williams, who owns the 24-acre property in Garden Bay, said in addition to the llamas, officials also seized three cats and a goat. Williams also claimed that he and his associate Alan Deller, who owns four of the llamas, have been persecuted by the SPCA ever since an area resident with a grudge against the men alleged that
the animals were not being properly cared for. Williams had since placed a sign on Garden Bay Rd. saying in large red letters, “The SPCA wants to murder our llamas. Need help.” He said that among the SPCA’s recommendations on June 26 were concerns about mouth abscesses in some of the llamas, a lack of accessible water, and dirty fur. Williams said that, in fact, water was plentiful on the property and that mouth abscesses come and go in llamas, which chew constantly through their waking hours. He added that dirty fur is the animals’ preference. “We have a dust pile for them that we maintain year round. We always make sure they have a dry one to roll in and they’ll roll in that up to six times a day,” said Williams. Drever said the SPCA’s bottom-line concern was that none of the animals were under the care of a veterinarian and therefore are not examined at least once a year. She said the animals would be kept in the Lower Mainland for the time being, but could be returned to the
owners eventually. “When we seize an animal, the owner has every right to dispute the seizure,” said Drever. “He can send a letter to the Chief Prevention and Enforcement Officer of the B.C. SPCA, indicating why he was unable to relieve the distress and why he should be able to get his animals back. She will then make a decision whether or not they will be returned to him.” Williams said he would like take the SPCA to court, but has been told he’d need $45,000 to launch a lawsuit, so he would “go public” in hope of raising the funds. Rik Jespersen
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On July 2, police received a report of a lone deer running around the 5500 block of Periwinkle Lane, Sechelt. The complainant told the call taker that the deer was not being aggressive and was just doing "deer things." As it did not sound like the deer was in any distress or injured, police let the deer carry on its way. Submitted by RCMP
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John Weston MP, West Vancouver Sunshine Coast, Sea to Sky Country
This is a plight on our beautiful coast: people have, without any sense of accountability, been increasingly abandoning their vessels. Happily, stakeholders from around the riding have provided insights on a suitable response. My move to support the preceding NDP bill, which was defeated, may have been out of step with my fellow Conservative Members of Parliament, all of whom voted against it. However, my decision to support it certainly reflected the significance that constituents place on this issue. I’ve received valuable input from Mayors, Councillors, voters and others from our coastal communities, and in June tabled for first reading a bill that would – for the first time, impose jail time
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Volunteers across our community provide the dynamism that energizes and enriches our lives. This is nowhere more evident than in the activities of Ground and Marine Search and Rescue units. Skilled, highly trained and well-equipped, they provide assistance to emergency services and are often first responders to those who find themselves in difficulty on land and on the water. The Sunshine Coast Ground SAR operates throughout the Coast and have recently added certified search dogs and a UTV (Side x Side) to their equipment.
up to one year and fines up to $100,000 for any persons who intentionally abandons a vessel. I’ll be hosting forums around the riding in the next few months to get further input on the bill, C-695 An Act to amend the Canada Shipping Act, 2001 (prohibition against abandonment of vessel). For more information about the bill or the forums, please contact our office or visit our website: www. JohnWeston.ca. I was very honoured to bring about two other Private Member’s Bills into law, both in the realm of health. The first, Bill C-475 An Act to amend the Control Drugs and Substances Act, made it illegal to gather ingredients in crystal meth or ecstasy with the intention of creating those drugs. The second creates a National Health and Fitness Day to promote more healthy physical activity around Canada. I’m pleased that the Sunshine Coast Re-
gional District, the District of Sechelt and the town of Gibsons have proclaimed National Health and Fitness Day in their communities. Two bills I recently tabled support people who are in recovery from substance abuse. The first, Bill C-692, would create a national framework for responding to escalating misuse of prescription drug. It would also formalize the National Prescription Drug Drop-Off Day, which I quarterbacked into reality three years ago with active support from the Canadian Association of Police Chiefs, our local police, and the Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse. I worked closely with MP David Wilks on the second bill I tabled in June, Bill C-674, which would designate the fourth week in September as “Addiction Recovery Week”. I look forward to discussing your views on these things in coffee gatherings and other forums around the riding this summer.
Marine Search Assistance is provided by the Royal Canadian Marine Search & Rescue (RCMSAR) with stations and fast response crafts located in Gibsons (Stn 14), Secret Cove and Porpoise Bay (Stn 12) and Pender Harbour (Stn 61). SAR volunteers are able to respond on short notice, 24/7, and in all conditions, to bring someone in safely from the backcountry and off the water. They often train together to enhance their ability for effective combined emergency response. Both are integral elements of local emergency systems. With warm, dry weather upon us, Ground SAR reminds everyone to stay hydrated, take plenty of water with you, let others know where you are going and when you'll be back, and of
course keep wild fire prevention at the forefront of your mind. RCMSAR focuses on water and boating safety through its volunteer Vessel Safety Survey program and Bobby the Safety Boat events for children. Their most recent endeavour is Station 12's Emergency Life Ring project which, thanks to the help of other community groups and local businesses, is seeing installations going ahead at a dozen public docks and wharves on the Sunshine Coast. The message is clear: have fun but be safe in and on the water. Both Ground SAR and RCMSAR have been busy this year with a variety of incidents from lengthy searches in the backcountry to lifesaving mayday responses on the water. Currently the groups are initiating and undertaking efforts to contact and alert residents in potential danger from an active forest fire burning near the Sechelt Inlet. There will be more in later columns dealing with ongoing SAR activities; anyone seeking further general information is referred to:
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Station 12 members Wayne Jackson and Jane Macdonald pose with a life ring at the government dock in Madeira Park. The group is organizing and helping prepare life rings to be installed at all government docks on the Coast. ALAN SKELLEY PHOTO
Talk of The Town Wayne Rowe Mayor, Town of Gibsons
‘Stepping up’ can take many forms, from risk-filled to fun-filled. Here in Gibsons, we are fortunate to have a wide array of more pleasant opportunities for people to step up, and equally fortunate that so many of our residents avail themselves of those opportunities. In mid-June, volunteers once again sought out and warmly welcomed the fine array of musicians who performed in the Gibsons Landing Jazz Festival. Like all such events, this year’s festival drew good crowds not only to enjoy the music, but also to linger nearby over a meal, check out local shops, and stroll along the water’s edge. At the end of June, volunteers at Dougall Park en-
sured that kiddies enjoyed a fine time at Sunshine Coast Community Services’ annual Children’s Festival and Duck Pluck. Along with Sechelt Mayor Bruce Milne, I rolled up my pant legs for the cause as we plucked the winning ducks from the temporary ‘duck pond’ created for the day. This year’s event was one of the most successful to date, raising $6,400 to support SCCSS child development programs and services. Also on June 27, a dedicated team of volunteers welcomed a capacity crowd to the Gibsons Market Gala. Saddened though attendees were to learn that one of the driving forces behind the Market, Nicholas Sonntag had passed away suddenly the night before, they were equally inspired to make the evening, and the ongoing campaign, a great success in Nick’s honour. Volunteers supporting the Sea Cavalcade, one of our
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This weekend is the First Annual Pender Harbour Days, with activities and events in Madeira Park, Garden Bay, and Irvines Landing. At least Mike Ryan, one of the coordinators of the event, hopes to see it become an annual event. “We want to celebrate the heritage of Pender Harbour,” Ryan says. “Not just the history of logging and fishing, but the landscape and seascape.” To that end, the festival kicks off on Friday, July 10 at 6pm at the government dock in Madeira Park where the Pender Harbour Pipe and Drum Band will lead a parade of classic and wooden boats. Those boats will be on display throughout the weekend, in addition to sail boat races, harbour history tours on the Slocat, and hiking in the Lake McNeil area.
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A sample of some of the classic and wooden boats that will be on display during Pender Harbour Days, July 10-12. For more info visit penderharbourdays.ca PHOTO SUBMITTED Organizers saw an opportunity to bring activities already happening under one umbrella in order to promote the area to visitors and locals alike. There are activities happening throughout the area, including heritage displays, concerts, craft fairs, and more. “There’s no one place to go and see Pender Harbour,” states Ryan. “The idea of having these different venues located around the harbour area is to encourage people to move about and see the harbour from different perspectives.” An outdoor art classroom is being set up at Sarah Wray Hall in Irvines Landing with participants being encouraged to create on the theme of “what Pender Harbour means to me” with awards for various age groups. A craft fair will be located on the school grounds in Madeira Park. A stand up paddle board yoga demonstration is taking place at the Garden Bay Pub docks. The Pender Harbour Golf Course, the Legion, and the Sundowner, to name a few, are all
participating in the festival in various ways. “There are so many activities that we already do. We’re engaging with as many groups and individuals as want to participate without creating more demand for volunteers,” notes Ryan. The Pender Harbour Music Society’s monthly Coffee House falls perfectly into Pender Harbour Days with professional musicians Katrina Bishop, Mark Brezer, Kenneth Johnson and Mark Vance playing at the School of Music for a suggested donation of $10 on Friday evening. Festivities wrap up Sunday at the Pender Harbour Community Hall with a potluck and open mic, with folks invited to bring an instrument and play or sing along. “This festival is for anyone that lives locally and anyone that’s visiting and anyone that wants to visit,” enthuses Ryan. “It should be a lot of fun.” Pender Harbour Days run July 10-12. Full details available at penderharbourdays.ca
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Ice cream is a popular dessert that's enjoyed across the globe. Blending the cold and the creamy, ice cream is an ideal treat on a hot day. According to IceCream.com, 87 percent of Americans (and lots of Canadians) have ice cream in their freezer at any given time. While Americans may enjoy their ice cream, New Zealand consumes more ice cream than any country in the world. Historians and foodies believe Ancient Greeks enjoyed a dessert similar to ice cream as early as the 5th century B.C. Considering ice cream has been around so long, and that many cultures have created their own take on frozen treats, from gelato to sorbet to frozen yogurts, one may think there aren't many new ways to indulge in this beloved dessert. But with a little creativity, anyone can come up with innovative ways to serve ice cream or any of its frozen cousins. The following are just a few different recipe inspirations. 1. Lightly butter flour tortillas and sprinkle them with cinnamon and sugar. Drape the tortillas over the rungs of the shelves in an oven, placing a cookie sheet underneath to catch any drips. Bake at 300 F until just crisp. Fill with your favorite ice cream for some frozen des-
Sunshine Coast VegFest is a new and vibrant festival celebrating all aspects of plant powered living. Taking place at the Roberts Creek Hall Aug 8, 10 – 6, this free event will introduce participants to planet-friendly ideas and a host of delicious, healthy foods. Keynote speaker Gene Baur—hailed by TIME magazine as “the conscience of the food movement”—will be signing copies of his newly released book, ‘Living the Farm Sanctuary Life’. Other speakers, live music and a variety of cooking demonstrations featuring delicious entrees, drinks and desserts will be showcased throughout the day. There will be twenty plus exhibitors displaying new products and giving away free samples, and local farmers will have fresh produce for sale. The event will also feature a children’s play area.
sert tacos. 2. Create your own ice cream sandwiches from any firm cookies or dessert bars you have on hand. For example, cut two thin slices of fudge brownies. Spread softened ice cream in a complementary flavour, such as peanut butter or black cherry vanilla, in between the brownie sandwich pieces. Freeze to firm everything up and make it easier to eat. 3. Fried ice cream pairs the seemingly incompatible frozen dessert with heat. Freeze scoops of ice cream until they are solid, dip them in an egg wash and coat with crushed cookie crumbs. You can then refreeze the finished ice cream balls and have them set to fry in time for dessert. 4. Ice cream and frozen waffles make a quick dessert in a pinch. Raid the freezer for the ingredients, toast the waffles and then sandwich with ice cream. Top
with fresh fruit and whipped cream, if desired. 5. Spoon your favourite cookie dough into a muffin tin and mould the dough so it lines the individual cups of the tin. Bake until firm and let cool. Use the cookie cups to make little ice cream sundae holders for parties. Their diminutive size makes them ideal for kids. 6. Whip up your own ice cream cake. Place a thin layer of any flavour cake on the bottom of a dish or pan that can be placed into the freezer. Scoop softened ice cream on top, then continue to layer as desired, finishing with ice cream as the final layer. Let freeze several hours until firmed up, then enjoy. Ice cream can be enjoyed in cones, cups, a la mode or as part of soda floats. There is really no limit to what can be created with this popular dessert treat. Metro
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FIELDS is very pleased to announce that the new store in Gibsons is now open, and is offering a great line up of home, domestics and fashion merchandise with the Gibsons community in mind. The new store features a refreshed look of the FIELDS brand, in a great location at Gibsons Park Plaza mall. “We are very excited with the new store in Gibsons with a refreshed look to our historical brand; we want to offer people great options
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Lama. Then it’s for the earthquake victims in Nepal. And also, for this community here,” said Tsundu, who escaped Chinese-occupied Tibet as a baby, in the arms of his mother. Sand mandalas are physical representations of visualizations practiced by meditators in some Buddhist traditions, notably those of northern India and Tibet. The practice is intended to help meditators experience the enlightened qualities of the visualized figure. The eventual dissolution of the mandala also has a profound message. “When a mandala is completed there is a ceremony in which the sand is swept up into a pile to celebrate the impermanence of physical creations,” according to an explanation on the lama’s website, SpiritDance.net. “Some of the sand is given to the people present at the ceremony and the rest is ceremonially taken to a nearby ocean or river where its blessings are dispersed to all the world.” The dissolution ceremony at St. Hilda’s was scheduled to start at 3pm on July 9. Rik Jespersen
A local Tibetan Lama is putting more than 50 hours of meticulous work into creating a stunning one-metrewide “painting” out of loose, coloured sand—only to ceremoniously sweep it all into the ocean after he’s done. Lama Tenzin Tsundu, who came to the Coast two years ago after spending 20 years on Vancouver Island, was creating the “sand mandala” depicting Green Tara, the female Buddha of Compassion, in the main hall of St. Hilda’s Anglican Church in Sechelt. The hall has been echoing with the grating sound of the artist’s tools since he
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Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21) An extra busy cycle continues. It is the sort that challenges you to dig deeper into yourself than usual. Call it a soul searching process or simply a shift of perspective, either way you have a lot on your mind. The good news is that your confidence levels should be on the rise. If they are not, brainstorm about how you can creatively render a better service, something to feel proud about.
levels has begun. You main goal now includes increasing your overall sense of security and state of health. There may well remain some key areas where you need to make some improvements in this regard. Yet it is largely a matter of follow through on initiatives taken last year.
Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22) You feel bold and brash about certain matters but circumstances are also directing you to take a diplomatic approach. While making key investments of late feels like the right thing to do you may also have to endure the dent in your account. Over the coming weeks your focus will be upon returns on your efforts. Even though money talks, expand you focus to include emotional and spiritual rewards too. Leo (Jul 22 – Aug 23) Balancing a mix of doing work behind the scenes yet also reaching out to get more attention continues. The risk factor supported by a blend of wit and charm will help your cause. At deeper levels the urge to break through old fears is in full force. Direct your imagination to work for you and not against for best results. Take deliberate action to initiate a momentum of power.
Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22) Mixing and mingling with friends new and old has been a central focus lately. Blending in has been important and so too has expressing your sense of individuality, even asserting it at times. At deeper levels you feel the need to dig deeper to access your truth. Having faith in your resourcefulness and resolve is featured and is linked to making a special mark on the world.
Libra (Sep 22 – Oct 22) You remain in an important go-ahead phase. This may involve receiving specific training or you could be the one exercising your authority by giving it. In any case, this is an expansive time for you and it is important that you make the most of it. Focus to build a promising momentum; you will be really happy you did in the months to come. Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21) Taking a philosophical
perspective and approach on matters continues. As much as you would like to take some calculated risks to advance your position, you want to know better what you are getting into and/or leaving behind. Yet, the future beckons and whether by inspiration or circumstance it is important that you proceed steadily in that direction.
Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21) You have entered what may be described as a regenerative cycle. Complex feelings, thoughts and circumstances demand your attention. In many respects, however, it is more about patient cooperation than anything else. Still, there is inner work to do and it includes surrender and letting go. Make extra efforts to take care of yourself, drinking more water and getting more rest than usual. Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19) Engaging with significant others, family and friends continues in the spotlight. Some interactions may involve various levels of conflict, or at least inner resistance, yet you are keen to be involved. There is too much to gain, exchange and share. People want to give to you now and your main challenge is to be open to receive, with respect, grace and gratitude. Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19) A mix of working harder and increasing the quality and scope of your involvements with others is in focus now. This trend will continue for a few weeks anyway. Rewards for past efforts will really begin to flow in towards summer’s end, so persevere. Your social scene will pickup soon as well. Do what you feel you must now to clear the way to do more of what you want soon. Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20) A creative and animated cycle is underway. This is a good time to initiate and/or follow through on projects. This may require some added measures of faith and confidence. Associate pleasure to the process and be willing to give more than you might think you have to. Let your feelings flow and allow your expressions to come from the heart for best results.
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Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20) Deep changes that have been underway in you over the past few years have entered a phase of completion. Matters close to home likely came to a head at the time of the Full Moon and the aftermath continues. In some respects all is well and could hardly be better. Yet, a challenge to see a bigger picture to make key choices, especially regarding family, linger.
Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21) A determined push to increase your confidence
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With Metro Vancouver and the Sunshine Coast covered with the haze of forest fire smoke, the BC SPCA is encouraging animal guardians to refresh their emergency pet preparedness. Several new wildfires as well as old ones have caused evacuation orders and states of emergency in several B.C. communities, prompting people to leave their homes as quickly as possible. “When you’re ordered to evacuate, you need to do it as soon as possible, and people don’t necessarily think about their pet in an emergency situation until it’s too late,” says BC SPCA general manager of community relations Lorie Chortyk. “You don’t have time
to gather up everything you need if you have to get out of your home right away.” Evacuations are usually a busy time for staff and volunteers at the province’s BC SPCA branches, as they provide extra shelter, pet food and pet-related equipment such as crates and leashes for pet guardians and animals. Having an emergency pet kit handy is key, as well as ensuring your pet is already wearing a collar with up-todate contact information, Chortyk notes. Keeping your pets inside the house so you don’t need to search for them is also a good idea, as is having emergency pet boarding plans in place. Items to include in an
emergency kit for your pet(s) include: • A seven-day supply of food and water • Identification tag and collar • Sturdy crate and/or carrier • Pet first aid kit • Blanket/plastic bags • Leash, harness • Food and water bowls (collapsible are great) • Litter box and litter for cats • Manual can opener • Copy of your pet’s current vaccination history • Any special medications and instructions Visit spca.bc.ca for more information. Submitted
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Welcome Beach Community Association Proudly Presents the
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49th Annual Halfmoon Bay Country Fair July 11th and 12th, 2015
Saturday, July 11th 10:00-11:30 am 11:45 am
Kids’ Fishing Derby Ages 12 and under - HMB Government Wharf Hot Dogs & Prizes Sponsored by Halfmoon Bay General Store, Halfmoon Bay Cafe & Sechelt Signs
12:00 pm
Firefighters Challenge - HMB Fire Hall - Redrooffs Road
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Family Dinner and Dance: - $15, under 16 - $8, under 2 - free Salmon BBQ & Bar Service - Coopers Green Hall
** Music by Larrie Cook & the Bluesmasters
Sunday, July 12th Pancake Breakfast Coopers Green – Sunshine Coast Healthcare Auxiliary 3.5 Mile Trophy Race Connor Park - Registration 9:00 AM Official Opening Garry Nohr Craft/Vendor Booths/Food Sales HMB Volunteer Firefighters Children’s Games & Bouncy Castle Halfmoon Bay PAC Bingo Welcome Beach Association Cake Walk - Pony Rides and Petting Zoo Tug of War - Sack Race - Three-legged Race 12:00 - 5:00 pm Beer Garden - Featuring Local Craft Beer
9:00 -11:30 am 9:30 am 11:00 am 11:00 - 4:00 pm 11:00 - 3:00 pm
* NEW EVENTS for 2015 * Dunk Tank – Kids Dunk Tank - Raffle 11:00 - 5:00 pm Featuring:
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Family Dinner and Dance: Tickets available at the door Adults $15.00, Children 16 and under $8.00, 2 and under FREE **Available at HMB General Store, Welcome Woods Market & Pastimes For further information contact Terry Knight 604-885-5034
“Park and Ride on the Fun Bus” All Day - Shuttle From HMB Community School along Redrooffs Road Sechelt 604-741-1877 pathobbs@sunshine.net
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