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Sunshine Coast, British Columbia • www.thelocalweekly.ca • Thursday, June 7, 2018 The Normality Of Queer Lives Page 12

Housing For Women Page 2

The Price Of Protest

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An early-morning fire in Gibsons harbour June 4 destroyed an historic boat house containing 30 kayaks belonging to Sunshine Kayaking, destroyed three sailing boats moored at the same dock and damaged several other boats. The fire started just after 4am on a private dock between the government dock and the marina, and took two dozen Gibsons firefighters four hours to bring under control. There were explosions inside the boathouse; Gibsons Fire Captain George Williams said that was not unusual because it contained explosive and flammable materials. RCMP Sgt. Mike Hacker said investigators determined “with a fair degree of confidence” that it was an electrical fire since it appeared to start at the electrical box on the dock. (Because the fire was off shore, it is under federal jurisdiction and investigation is up to the RCMP.) The wooden boat house that was destroyed had appeared in The Beachcombers TV series, filmed in Gibsons in the ‘70s and ‘80s. The morning after the fire, Sunshine Kayaking posted on Facebook that, “after a very devastating day”, the company is “up and running again with 18 single kayaks and 10 double kayaks…with more rental fleet kayaks arriving shortly…bring on our summer season.” After 28 years in business, owner Loretta said that, for her and her husband, “it’s like starting all over, but we’re go-getters, we’re doers.” DONNA MCMAHON PHOTO

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Affordable housing for women, children the SCCSS website.

An FAQ provided by the organization notes that the organization has been consulting broadly on affordable housing for the last two years, and has identified it as a key issue they should play a role in addressing.

"We are focusing on the provision of safe affordable and dignified housing for single women and women and children because we have the experience, relationships and expertise required to provide the best possible housing experience for this population. We understand the unique challenges faced by women and we feel we are best positioned to address these challenges," says the document.

"Priority will be given to women who currently live on the Sunshine Coast and who are homeless... or precariously housed... and to wom-

The Sunshine Coast Community Services Society (SCCSS) is considering the redevelopment of its Sechelt property at 5638 Inlet Avenue, adding three floors and 30-35 units of affordable women's housing.

The organization held an open house on May 29 at which they presented preliminary plans for a 3,000-square-metre, fourstorey building. The plans show program and office space on the ground floor, with three floors of housing above for women with children and single women who face struggles with issues such as homelessness, poverty and violence or abuse.

"Our vision will bring the majority of SCCSS programs located in Sechelt to one main location, reducing barriers to service and increasing opportunities for individuals and families," says

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en who were forced to leave the Sunshine Coast in search of safe, affordable housing, but who may still have family and support networks on the Coast."

Interviewed after the open house, SCCSS Executive Director Catherine Leach said that she was very pleased with the feedback. With one exception, all the comments received were positive.

SCCSS's next step will be to hold focus groups with staff to get a sense of their space needs and which programs can be realistically incorporated into the new building.

The organization is also applying for funding, and will know by this fall whether they have been successful.

"Of course the first big challenge is getting funding,” said Leach. "I think the next challenge will be process— making sure we're really engaging the community and

taking the opportunity to be as responsive as we possibly can."

Community members are invited to assist by writing letters of support to all levels of government.

The Sunshine Coast Community Services Society is the largest community service agency on the Coast, employing 95 professional staff and hundreds of volunteers to deliver 35 programs, including community mental health services, programs for children, youth and families, victim services, and the Yew Transition House for women and children fleeing abuse.

Donna McMahon

Campaigning for electoral reform Fair Vote Sunshine Coast organizer Bet Cecil has a simple answer for people who

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2018 Jazz Week: June 9-14 No cover charge • Donations gratefully accepted • Reservations recommended for restaurants Sat June 9 11-noon Simon Paradis & Boyd Norman at Gibsons Library, 604.886.2130 Sat June 9 12-2:00pm Wanda Nowiki & Budge Schachte at Sunnycrest Mall, 604.886.8323 Sat June 9 2:30-4:30pm Jazz Group of Seven at Gibsons Public Market, 604.886.8814 Sun June 10 1-2:30pm Double Treble at One Flower One Leaf, 436 Gower Pt, 604.886.2909 Tue June 12 6:30pm Graves & Schachte at Uptown Eatery (formerly Sita’s), 604.886.7721 Wed June 13 7:00pm Anagram & Friends at Blackfish Pub, 604.886.6682 Thur June 14 7:00pm Funktete at Leo’s Tapas & Grill, 604.886.9414

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wonder which proportional voting system would be the best for BC: "Any proportional system is better than what we've got."

"When you go to buy a car you don't get into gear ratios, you get into what it will do," says Cecil. "Look at the results."

Cecil, a Gibsons resident, is a member of Fair Vote Sunshine Coast, a group who have been campaigning on this issue for several years.

Since the last federal election in 2015, they have set up tables at events and in shopping malls to educate the public and push for change.

Cecil says that a lot of local residents have not been aware of the upcoming referendum, but once they know about it "there's a lot of appetite for conversation."

On May 30 the province announced that voters will be asked whether they favour keeping the current first-past-the-post system, or want to change to proportional representation. Voters will also be asked which of three proportional representation systems they favour: Dual Member Proportional, Mixed Member Proportional, or Rural-Urban Proportional.

While Cecil admits that proportional representation is not a fix for every problem with our political systems, she says it's a step in the right direction.

"It requires a different mindset," said Cecil. "Proportional representation encourages collaboration instead of the 'my way or the highway'

kind of mindset."

Cecil said that evidence from academic studies around the world demonstrates that jurisdictions using proportional representation have higher voter turnout, more women elected to government, and fewer voters feel that their vote has been "wasted" because none of the people elected represent their viewpoint.

"The research is very, very clear that you get less policy swing (you don't get a government coming in and undoing everything that happened before), you get good economic results, you get good stability," said Cecil.

Fair Vote Sunshine Coast is organizing volunteers to staff booths at as many upcoming local events as they can manage between now and November. And Cecil says that her organization and others that support proportional representation are "grassroots."

"The people who are against this change are the people who have relied on big parties and big money."

Voting on the referendum will be by mail-in ballot from Oct. 22 to Nov. 30. Two votes on electoral reform were previously held in B.C. in 2005 and 2009. Both failed.

More information about the upcoming BC referendum can be found on the Government of BC and Elections BC websites. Fair Vote Canada (fairvote.ca) has information on various proportional voting systems.

Donna McMahon

Oceans Day fun Join us this Saturday, June 9 to celebrate World Oceans Day at our very own Sechelt Oceans Day Festival on the waterfront.

Stop by our SC Conservation Association info booth to pick up your Oceans Day passport, and complete over a dozen fun activities for your chance to win prizes like: four passes to Vancouver Aquarium’s Vortex exhibit, Halfmoon Sea Kayaks

tandem kayak rentals, fishing rods, t-shirts, and so many more.

Beach volleyball, live music, stand-up paddle board demos, interactive art installations, and a community shoreline cleanup – just some of what we have in store for you this Saturday afternoon at Friendship Park from noon-4pm. Find out more at: www.secheltoceansday.ca.

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Community Forest court cost complaint The Sunshine Coast Community Forest (SCCF) will deliver a record dividend of $750,000 to the Community Legacy Fund from its 2017 profits, but Chair and President Glen Bonderud says that the amount should have been higher.

In a Q1 2018 financial report to the District of Sechelt included in the agenda for the June 6 regular council meeting, Bonderud wrote: "One point of note is the legal and audit costs which are a direct result of the legal challenges brought on

by ELF [Elphinstone Logging Focus]. This was a totally unnecessary cost and impacted directly the extraordinary dividend we will be presenting to the SCCF Legacy Fund."

"This is a cost that the

citizens of the lower Coast should not have had to endure. As you know from the judicial review we were awarded costs of the review and we will be pursuing recovery."

In December 2017, ELF filed an injunction to halt the logging of cutblock EW28 in Roberts Creek (also known as the Chanterelle Forest), but they eventually lost their case. In May, the BC Supreme Court ruled that public consultation is not required before logging in the Community Forest can take place.

The report did not say how much SCCF spent on the ELF case. However, In 2016 (the last year for which financial statements are available) SCCF spent a total of $20,031 on legal and accounting costs

for the whole year, while in Q1 of 2018, legal and accounting expenditures were $79,962.

The latest dividend brings the total amount paid into the Legacy Fund by the Community Forest to over $2 million.

The fund, which is administered by the District of Sechelt, has awarded $791,378 in grants to community groups and projects since its inception. The balance in the fund at the end of last year was $538,643.

Bonderud wrote that 2018 is off to a good start with almost 9,000 cubic metres of wood sold at an average price of $126.06 per m3, above the budgeted value of $122.99.

Gross logging revenues for the first quarter were $1.1 million. Donna McMahon

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LEAVE HORSESHOE BAY LEAVE LANGDALE 7:25 am 6:20 am 9:40 am w w w . t h e l o c8:30 a l am w e e k l y. c a 12:00 pm 10:50 am 1:30 pm Sun except Oct 8 1:05 pm September 6, 2016 - January 2, 2017 Sechelt - Powell River 2:40 pm 2:15 pm Peninsula Sun except Oct 8 3:55 pm Oct 9 - (Saltery Bay) 3:25 pm (Earls Cove) 5:00 pm Oct 9 4:30 pm FALL/WINTER Please Ticket sales before 5:50 Note: pm Mon-Fri, except and Oct 9loading end five minutes5:30 pmthe scheduled sailing time for vehicles and walk-on 7:00 pm Mon-Fri, except Oct 9 6:35 pm passengers.

8:40 pm pm Langdale to EarlstoCove terminal is 84notice. km (52mi), plan 7:35 on approximately time.

Schedules are subject change without For schedules, fare info or90 to minutes reserve:driving 1-888-223-3779 bcferries.com 10:35 pm 9:40 pm 40 minutes driving time.

Powell River to Saltery Bay is 34 km (22mi), plan on approximately Crossing Time: 40 minutes Langdale - Vancouver Langdale/Vancouver and Powell River/Sechelt Peninsula are not guaranteed to connect, please plan Distance: 10.5 nautical miles October 10, 2017 January 1, 2018 (Gibsons) (Horseshoe Bay) your travels accordingly.

LEAVE HORSESHOE BAY LEAVE LANGDALE Please Note: At Langdale, ticketing end fiveBay minutes the scheduled sailing time for vehicles Please Note: Fares collected atwillSaltery only.before and7:30 walk-on passengers.

At25Horseshoe Bay only, ticket sales for6:20 vehicles andExcept walk-on 7:20 Except Dec & Jan 1 Decpassengers 25 & Jan 1 will am am Crossing Time: 50 Minutes end ten minutes before the scheduled sailing time.

9:25 am am May 18, 19 & 21 only 8:25 am 9:05 8:40 Langdale/Vancouver Powell River/Sechelt Peninsula are not guaranteed connect.

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1:35 12:35 10:55 pm am 12:05 LEAVE EARLS COVE LEAVE SALTERY BAY 3:50 pm pm 2:45 Crossing Time: May40 27,Minutes Jun 3, 10 & 17 only 12:40 1:10 pm pm 5:50 pm 4:50 pm May 27, 2:20 1:50 6:30 pm am Except Sun 5:35 pm am Except Sun Jun 3, 10 & 17 only September - October 7:50 pm 6:50 18 only 10, 2016 4:00 3:30 pm 7:25 pm am 8:25 pm am 6May LEAVE LEAVE HORSESHOE BAY 9:45 pm 8:45 pm 18 only 4:40LANGDALE pm 5:05 9:25 pm am May 10:25 am Sailing times 7:20 am 6:20 am 5:45 pm 5:30 pm am 12:55 pm except Sat-Sun & May 18 & 21 11:45 are daily unless 9:25 am 8:25 8:00 pm pm 6:55am pm 2:05 3:15 pm otherwise indicated.

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It’s everyone at attention at the annual ceremonial review of the 858 Skookumchuk Squadron of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets. The review took place in Elphinstone Secondary in Gibsons. DONNA MCMAHON PHOTO

Beware the “gifting circle” This pyramid scheme targets law-abiding citizens who have no idea they are breaking the law.

The Gifting Pyramid Scheme usually targets groups of law-abiding citizens who are convinced to recruit their friends or acquaintances. New members have to pay their recruiter a $5,000 ‘gift’ to join. In turn, each member is expected to recruit new people so everyone can end up with $40,000.

Recruiters try to legitimize the buy-in payment by calling it a ‘birthday gift,’ a ‘transaction,’ or ‘a gifting circle’ and

insisting that the payment is not taxable or illegal because it’s only a gift. Participants are advised to use false names and to keep the gifted money in cash form, to avoid drawing suspicion from financial institutions.

The sad truth is that pyramid schemes always fall apart and the people at the bottom – your friends and family – lose their money.

You might be reluctant to talk to police because your friends are involved or you feel ashamed, but the RCMP need your help to spread the word and prevent more peo-

ple from being victimized.

People should understand that, not only could they suffer a personal financial loss for their involvement in gifting circle or similar pyramid schemes, but they could face tax implications through the Canada Revenue Agency, and/or criminal charges.

Additional information about pyramid schemes and how to avoid them, can be found at Canadian AntiFraud Centre, toll free at 1-888-495-8501 or the federal Competition Bureau toll free at 1-800-348-5358.

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Welcome the BC Cancer Foundation BC Cancer Foundation door-to-door canvassers are in Gibsons and Sechelt.

Canvassers will introduce local residents to the BC Cancer Foundation, the largest funder of cancer research in the province, and our monthly donor program.

Monthly donations support the life-saving research taking place at BC Cancer

– helping improve cancer care for those in the community. For security and safety purposes, canvassers wear ID badges and BC Cancer Foundation teal vests. BC Cancer Foundation canvassers will invite you to take part in the Foundation’s monthly giving program only and WILL NOT accept cash or one-time gifts at the door. Once you have

signed up for monthly gifts, you will receive an email confirmation immediately.

If you have any questions relating to our door-to-door program, monthly giving program, or a fundraiser in your neighbourhood, please call Colleen Malli at 1-888-9062873 or visit bccancerfoundation.com.

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Schedules in Effect: May 17 to June 22, 2018

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4:20 pm Sep 11, 18, 25

Powell 5:25 pm SepRiver 11, 18, 25 - Sechelt Peninsula 5:50 pm October 10, 2017 - January (Saltery - (Earls Cove) 1, 2018 7:50 pm 6:50 pm Bay)

Crossing Time: 50 minutes Distance: 9.5 nautical miles

8:30 pm Oct 10 8:45 pm LEAVE LEAVE SALTERY BAYtime.

Langdale toEARLS Earls terminal is 84 km (52mi), plan on9:45 approximately 90 minutes driving 9:35 pm Oct 10CoveCOVE pm Powell River to Saltery Bay is 34 km (22mi), plan on approximately 40 minutes driving time.

6:30 5:35 except 6:30 am am except Except Sun,Sun & Dec 25, Jan 1 5:35 am am Except Sun,Sun & Dec 25, Jan 1 Langdale/Vancouver and Powell River/Sechelt guaranteed October 11 - December 21, 2016Peninsula are not7:25 8:20 am 7:25 am to connect, please plan 8:25 am am your travels accordingly.

10:35 am 9:25 9:25 am am BAY 10:25 am LEAVE LANGDALE LEAVE HORSESHOE Sailing times Ticket sales and loading end three minutes before the scheduled sailingam time for vehicles and five 12:55 11:45 12:20 pm 6:20 am 7:2011:20 am am minutes for walk-on passengers. are daily unless 3:40am pm 2:30 pm pm 3:50 4:55 pm 8:20 9:20 am otherwise indicated.

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Editorial Opinion

Pay to drive downtown By 2002, drivers in London, England, were spending as much as half their commuting time stalled in traffic, contributing to much of the city centre’s dangerous particulate pollution. To deal with a growing population, increasing gridlock and air quality concerns, the city implemented a congestion charge, using a photo-based licence-recognition system.

Between 7am and 6pm on weekdays, drivers entering a 21-square-kilometre zone in Central London are charged a fee, which has risen from about C$8.50 in 2003 to $20 now. The city offers discounts or exemptions for zone residents, people with disabilities, emergency vehicles, motorcycles and taxis.

Congestion pricing is a solution that works. But politically, it’s a difficult sell. Drivers don’t like to pay tolls on top of what they already pay to buy, maintain, fuel and park their vehicles.

They often forget, though, the less visible costs of congestion: arriving late, having to leave early and burning fuel while stalled or moving at a crawl. Most people end up better off with a well-designed congestion pricing plan.

Within just three years, traffic went down by 15 per cent, and congestion — the extra time to make a trip because of impeded traffic flow — was reduced by 30 per cent.

As cities grow, challenges around pollution, traffic congestion and automobile infrastructure increase. Studies show you can’t build your way out of congestion. More roads and bridges bring more cars.

Cities worldwide have implemented or are considering congestion pricing, including Singapore, New York and my hometown of Vancouver. Metro Vancouver’s Mobility Pricing Independent Commission recently released a recommending point- or distance-based charges.

The commission acknowledged that more study is needed to ensure the system is fair and effective. For example, London already had a good public transportation system and added 300 buses to the Central London fleet on the day the congestion fee came into effect. Because the charge is designed to encourage people to use other forms of transportation, viable alternatives must be available.

The report says congestion pricing could cost an average household that doesn’t alter commuting behaviour anywhere from $5 to $8 a day, not accounting for savings from reduced congestion. Charges would reduce congestion by 20 to 25 per cent — an hour or more a week for the average city commuter.

Costs can be offset by reducing or eliminating gas or other taxes, and revenues can be invested in transit improvements to make getting around without a car easier.

Reducing congestion and pollution and tackling the climate crisis require getting people out of their cars. Congestion pricing is a fair, effective way to reduce reliance on private automobiles, improve traffic flow and help fund public transportation.

Let’s do it. David Suzuki

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Letters to the Editor – Opinions Always reserve I appreciate that upgrades at the Langdale and Horseshoe Bay terminals are necessary to maintain and improve traffic management and safety. However, I want to encourage BC Ferries and all stakeholders to challenge whether we need to build larger “parking lots” for vehicles waiting in line for their ferry.

Instead, my recommendation is that BC Ferries adopt a 100-per-cent reservation system. With a 100-percent reservation system in place, the vehicle space at terminals could be reduced to the equivalent of slightly more than one ferry load of vehicles, thereby freeing up space for other uses (including, perhaps, for additional parking to encourage more people to walk on and use public transit.)

One more recommendation: when making a reservation, a customer would need to pay a $20 fee that would be applied to the cost of sailing. In other words, making a reservation would be free, as long as you show up for your sailing. If you don’t show up, you pay a penalty.

All major transportation systems (airlines, trains, inter-city buses and even taxis) use this approach to give customers certainty that they will be able to travel at their preferred time.

I acknowledge that some customers will find booking in advance a bit challenging, but effective use of technology (a simple app on your phone and an automated phone call-in system) will make it easy. And, yes, there are likely complications for some (medical emergencies, etc.) that I’m sure the BC Ferries team will be able to develop a plan to accommodate.

I think most people would welcome the certainty of being able to board at their selected sailing time. There

would be many other benefits, including improved safety (no need to rush to get ahead of other cars enroute to the ferry terminal) and comfort (no sitting in a hot car waiting for the next ferry).

John Henderson, Sechelt

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Chapman Lake, a 0.3square-km lake tucked up in the mountains at 970 metres, remains our principle water supply. Simply, there is too little water to meet growing demands.

Temporary fixes such as metering, a backup reservoir, and wells will only work to postpone the inevitable. We may be lucky for a couple years, but without a doubt, all those new building permits, tourists, and visitors will soon find a severe water shortage.

Dipping into Chapman Lake another five metres will not solve the problem.

The solution is a new, second, major source. Take your pick but the price will be high.

Don’t re-designate Tetrahedron Park or a portion therein. Let’s get on exploring new options.

Al Jenkins, Sechelt

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(Addressed to the federal fisheries minister and copied to the Local) As a member of the Sechelt Inlet Crabbing Group (50 members) I have concerns about the lack of accountability by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans on the issue of depleted crab stocks in the south Sechelt Inlet area.

Our group has observed that intensive commercial crabbing combined with extensive population growth on south Sechelt Inlet has put unprecedented pressure on crab stocks. With limited Sechelt Inlet tidal inflow from other distant and

productive crab regions, this crab population could continue to decline to the point of relative extinction if action is not taken. There is currently almost an absence of crab in this southern Sechelt Inlet region.

We believe that the existing seasonal commercial crab closure in this region, although well intentioned, provides limited benefit to crab stocks. The commercial closure period does not allow crab stocks to be sustained or rebound.

For the past four years our group has worked within the Sports Fishery Advisory Board (SFAB) at the local and regional level. In each of these years our crab conservation motion calling for an end to commercial crabbing has been passed, as follows: “Commercial crab closure of the area between the south end of Sechelt Inlet (Poise Island), north to a line between Carlson Point and Gray Creek, effectively becoming a First Nations and recreational crab harvest reserve.”

I am requesting a formal response that reflects active investigation and accountability by DFO. Mike McCarthy, South Sechelt Inlet Crabbing Group

Vote often My son Hudson is in grade 4 at Halfmoon Bay Elementary School and was “bummed out” as he likes to put it that he and his friends in grade 4-7 could no longer play on the playground as it was for primary students only. So, he thought of a solution: build an obstacle course in the upper field so the intermediate students could have something to play on.

So recently, the Halfmoon Bay PAC entered the BCAA Play Here contest in hopes that we could win one of the three $100,000 grand priz-

es. The obstacle course we are interested in is around $75,000 and they will install it, so we would use the additional money for the ground cover. You can see our video entry at https://youtu.be/ RF5vM_u1fYo. The only way to win this contest is through votes so we are asking everyone to vote for our entry at bcaaplayhere.com. You can vote every day until June 17, and you can vote four different ways each day: on Facebook, Twitter, Google and by email.

Vote every day, for Halfmoon Bay. Linsey Hulls, Halfmoon Bay

Breakfast reward I have been a volunteer with the breakfast program at Kinnikinnick school for the past three years. Of course, I couldn't help but compare it with the volunteer work I had done at other schools, first in Ontario and then in Alberta. While all schools operate differently, Kinnikinnick was a much more pleasant experience for me.

A big part of that experience is the atmosphere at the school. The staff are friendly and helpful. Students are generally well behaved, have a great sense of humour and just a pleasure to interact with. I will always treasure this truly rewarding experience.

Beatrice Janke, Davis Bay

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What tokers should not say at the border BC Senator Mobina Jaffer is warning Canadians that although cannabis will soon be legalized in this country, Canadians travelling into the United States may face heavy penalties if they admit to their legal marijuana usage when crossing the border.

In a letter to Canadian municipalities which was included in the Town of Gibsons May 5 agenda and the District of Sechelt's May 6 agenda, Jaffer wrote that the federal government isn't taking the issue seriously enough.

"Unfortunately, there is little that is currently being done to ensure that Canadians are being informed of these issues, despite the fact that many people could be banned from the United States for life."

Jaffer's letter outlines the answers to six questions posed by the Senate standing committee on national security and defence. For example, should Canadians tell the truth or lie if asked about their previous cannabis use?

"Disclosing your past cannabis usage could be enough to have you barred from the U.S. for life. However, lying to border officials almost always ends with a person's permanent ineligibility if it is discovered, and sometimes even leads to fraud charges!

Therefore, the best option for Canadians who have consumed cannabis is to simply withdraw from questioning.

While this will likely have them turned away from the border, this is far better than the possible alternative of permanent ineligibility."

However, Canadians using the pre-clearance system at Canadian airports should be aware that under Canadian policy enacted last year, they are not allowed to refuse to answer questions from a preclearance officer.

"If they disclose their past use, they put themselves at risk of being barred from the United States for life. However, lying during preclearance can be considered 'resisting or willfully obstructing a preclearance officer'" which can

result in up to two years of imprisonment."

Jaffer also warned Canadians to be careful about what they state publicly, especially on social media. She cites the example of Olympic gold medalist Ross Rebagliati, who admitted to marijuana use on The Tonight Show and now requires a special waiver to gain entry to the United States.

And Jaffer noted that while some U.S. states, including Washington State, have legalized recreational cannabis, it is still a Schedule 1 illegal drug federally, so it is not legal to carry marijuana across the border between BC and Washington.

The issues are particularly complex around entrepreneurs investing and working in the Canadian cannabis in-

dustry who want to do business with their American counterparts because legal cannabis dispensaries are still considered drug traffickers under American federal law. Jaffer notes that even the sale of accessories or pipes could be considered "association with drug trafficking" which would put employees at risk of permanent barring from the United States.

Bill C-45, the Cannabis Act, has passed third reading in the House of Commons and is at third reading in the Senate.

Senator Jaffer was the first South Asian woman to practice law in Canada. She was appointed to the Senate in 2001, and is deputy-chair of the standing senate committee on national security and defence.

Donna McMahon

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FUSE Community Work Hub is under new management and looking to expand.

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The new government’s key promise to British Columbians in the campaign last year was to make life more affordable, and we’ve spent these many months living up to that pledge.

We reduced MSP fees by 50 percent this year, and will eliminate them completely by 2020.

We froze BC ferry fares on major routes, reduced fares on non-major routes – including all those to and from and the Sunshine Coast and Powell River – and fully restored the seniors' passenger fare discount.

We made the most significant investment in childcare in BC's history, a $1-billiondollar investment, starting with an immediate fee re-

Regional Review Ian Winn

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As the Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) Director for Area F (West Howe Sound) since 2014, my priorities have included the environment, establishing and enhancing protocol agreements with First Nations, zero waste initiatives, engaging diverse populations, enhancing food sustainability, fiscal responsibility, and water conservation.

West Howe Sound is located within a dramatic coastal setting on the south and east end of the Sunshine Coast, north of Gibsons. It boasts diverse and stunning physical landscapes which enhances its rural residential image. The West Howe Sound area includes Langdale, Port Mellon, Williamson’s Landing, Granthams Landing, Soames Point, Hopkins Landing, Gambier and Keats Islands and other smaller islands. Although this is the most lightly populated area in the SCRD, it has the highest growth rate in the Regional District. This area has seen a 1.4-per-cent growth rate per year between the 2011 and 2016

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One of the most difficult matters we have to work on is affordable housing. This and other problems facing BC families didn't appear overnight, and they won't be fixed overnight. But, we have a bold plan to tackle the housing crisis, including a $6-billion investment in housing supply, actions to cool speculation driving up costs for ordinary families, new laws protecting renters, and closing loopholes that lead to fraud and abuse. It’s a start, and this government is committed to staying on the task.

We increased funding for education and hired 3,700 new teachers to support students. We’re working on better health care for seniors, shorter wait times for surgeries and have developed a new primary healthcare strategy with a focus on team-based care.

Our new Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions has been hard at work responding to the overdose crisis.

Also, we improved access to justice and increased funding for women fleeing abuse, and for kids looking for an alternate path away from gangs.

There are many more initiatives we’ve launched.

There’s not the space to talk about them all here.

But on one other important issue, everyone interested in the possibility of changing the way we elect members to the legislature might want to check out the new information brochure, “How We Vote.” It explains the questions that will be on the mail-in referendum this fall on whether we keep the current first-past-thepost electoral system or try a form of proportional representation. You can find a link to that information on our Facebook page, Sunshine Coast Constituency.

The legislature will continue work on these and other challenges when it resumes in October. I hope to see you at the many events and gatherings I’ll be attending around the Coast this summer.

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Unique to Area F, is the industrial corridor from Twin Creeks to Port Mellon.

The highest concentration of industrial land on the Sunshine Coast is in West Howe Sound with more than 120 hectares already developed and about 160 hectares awaiting future development. The industrial activities at Twin Creeks, the Howe Sound Pulp and Paper Corporation and Hillside Industrial Park are major economic drivers for all of the Sunshine Coast. It is estimated that companies operating in these industrial areas provide well-paid employment for approximately 1,000 people.

Since the Hillside Industrial Park land was purchased from the provincial government in 1992, the concept for a bulk storage facility grew into a plan for a modern, environmentallysound industrial park.

It is almost summer, which means more time at the beach, boating and kayaking or going for walks through the many trails available on the Sunshine Coast. There is no doubt that we live in an incredible area that has so much to offer and so much more to see.

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offer, do not forget about our drinking water.

Naturally, water in our creeks, lakes, ponds and wetlands sustains the habitat for numerous aquatic species and is essential for all other wildlife. Our local demand for water is everexpanding as our summers are becoming hotter and drier and the amount of winter snowpack in the mountains is becoming less consistent.

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Timely rainfall, combined with water-wise habits will improve our ability to maintain water service levels during the dry summer season. For this reason, it is necessary to begin conserving water today to help prolong our available water supply.

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Hello readers. Final column before the spring/summer season winds up. However, nationals training will continue for those athletes travelling to Nova Scotia.

On May 12, the Ravens hosted a softball tourney at Hackett Park. Coquitlam Tigers and Vancouver Thunder each played a game against the Ravens. There were great plays, homeruns and fun. Thanks to coach Randy for stepping up as umpire, Leenea from the Lions Club, Kathy for being First Aid Attendant and Tina for managing the players bench.

At the game, I interviewed athlete coach, Derick Pye who recently returned from a leadership conference on peer mentoring with fellow athlete coach Michael Brooks and coach Mike Gojevic. When asked what he took away from the experience Derick replied that he “learned different techniques” to encourage participation in warm-ups.

Coach Mike reported that Michael and Derick both started with Special O as athletes but as they have grown, they discovered an ability and desire to give back. Both bring very positive attitudes to their sports and both are positive influences on our athletes. They were excellent ambassadors for the Sunshine Coast as they learned about the importance of mentorship.

Recently at a fundraiser, Hike For Hospice, I was impressed by the important work that so many volunteers undertake with this organization. It was heartwarming to see so much support from everyone, the Lions Club, musicians and even some zany clowns.

This is a perfect example of the power of volunteerism. Whether it is the SPCA, Hospice or my particular forté, Special Olympics, none of them would be possible without these fantastic souls. To give freely of one’s time in order to enrich the lives of others is by far the greatest choice a fellow human can make. So, take time to thank a volunteer.

Special Olympics honoured our own volunteers on Sunday May 27 at Shirley Macey Park, with an appreciation BBQ, bocce and terrific weather. Tina Beckman, Mike Gojevic, Daryl Lowey, Sheena McDonald, Dave Sandness, Debbie Schoenberger and Catherine Duncombe were acknowledged for five years of contribution, and Sheri Archer, Marylin

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Sunshine Coast Pride Calendar of Events Wednesday, May 30 This Is Who I Am: The Politics of the Queer Body.

The annual Queer Art Show features the large scale works of visual artists Sheryl McDougald and Noel Silver.

Using the human body as a point of departure, their bold paintings explore themes of sexuality and identity. When being ‘other’ remains, in and of itself a political act, what does it mean to be queer in 2018? Free. From May 30 - June 24. Sunshine Coast Arts Centre Friday, June 1, Noon The District of Sechelt Raises the Rainbow Flag.

Bring your rainbow best for this auspicious LGBTQ2 community acknowledgement. Free. All ages. In front of the Sechelt Municipal Hall (Library Building) Saturday, June 2, 2-7pm Pride Kickoff Fundraiser at Persephone. For all LGBTQ2 people and friends.

Photo Booth, Kissing Booth, children and pets welcome.

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Free. Sunshine Coast Arts Centre Wednesday, June 6, 7pm District of Sechelt Proclamation for Sunshine Coast Pride Month. Another opportunity to wear your rainbow best. Free. All ages. Sechelt Municipal Hall Community Room (Across the lobby from library) Saturday, June 9, 7:309pm Read Out Loud with Hiromi Goto and Nicole Breit. A queer literary salon featuring readings from both emerging and critically acclaimed LGBTQ2 writers. Come celebrate—and discover— the past, present and future of queer literature in Canada.

Free. All ages. Sunshine Coast Arts Centre Sun, June 10, 1:30-2:30pm Artist Talk for This Is Who I Am: The Politics of the Queer Body. Come meet Sheryl McDougald and Noel Silver as they discuss the methods, techniques and inspiration for their bold and vibrant works. Free. All ages. Sunshine Coast Arts Centre Friday, June 15, 7-9pm SC Pride Reception for This is Who I Am: The Politics of the Queer Body.

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Free. All ages. Sunshine Coast Arts Centre Saturday, June 16, 12-3pm Pride Outfit Bedazzling and Whatnot. What doesn’t look better with glitter? Going to My Big Gay Prom? Or Sunday in the Park with Pride?

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All ages. Gibsons Public Library Saturday, June 16, 2-9pm Pride Golf: Nine-Hole Scramble and Buffet. Put on your best Pride garb and tee up for a breezy nine holes on a great course!

Followed by a burger buffet (meat/vegetarian) and a fabulous social après golf evening at the Blue Ocean Grill.

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Monday, June 18, Noon The Town of Gibsons Raises the Rainbow Flag.

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Free. All ages. In front of Gibsons City Hall

with food, games, DJ, Hula dancing, pet parade (with prizes for Best-Dressed Pet and Best-Behaved Owner), We’re Here for You(th) tent, and more. Presenting the Field of Allies for the first time. Parade starts at noon from Davis Bay Pier. Come early to make your sign.

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Friday, June 22, 7:30pm Queer Projections: Rebels on Pointe. Exploring universal themes of identity, dreams, family, loss and love, Rebels on Pointe is the first-ever feature documentary celebrating Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo, the world famous all-male comic ballet corps. A ballerina is not only a woman dancing - but an act of rebellion in a tutu. Admission by donation. (Suggested $10) All ages. Heritage Playhouse, Gibsons

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Gemini concert, fundraiser for St. Music jam, bring your instru“Clearly a dysfunctional relaFreelance Creative Hilda’s restoration, Living Faith ments, Euspiria Cafe, Madeira tionship,” laughs Goto.

Writer, Arts & Culture Lutheran Church, Davis Bay, Park, 3-6pm It’s not such a stretch then 2:30pm, $20 June 7 from those earlier, someJune 9 An evening with writer Eve JoHiromi Goto reads at the what more realist works seph on the end of life, presented Jazz Group of Seven entertains, Sunshine Coast Arts Centre to Goto’s full-on foray into Gibsons Public Market, 2:30by SC Hospice Society, Arts on June 9 at 7:30pm. Goto’s fantasy. An avid reader of all 4:30pm Centre, Sechelt, 7:30-9:30pm, first book, Chorus of Mush- kinds of genres, fantasy and suggested $10 donation June 9 rooms, received the Com- science fiction are among her June 7 Roller derby, Coast vs Squamish, monwealth Writers’ Prize favourites. She recalls going Sechelt Arena, 5pm, $10, seWriters with library connections for Best First Book and was a to the library with her chilniors/children $5 read their work, Sechelt Library, co-winner of the Canada-Ja- dren looking for books “that 7-8:30pm, free June 9 pan Book Award. Her second had children like them as the June 8 Annual Hawaiian-themed novel, The Kappa Child, won central character, to have potluck, presented by Gibsons Help for homeless looking for the James Tiptree Jr. Memo- kids of colour doing stuff, Seniors Society, Harmony Hall, housing, Gibsons Public Library, rial Award. Both these works getting in trouble and hav6pm, $5 plus a dish to share, 6041:30-3pm deal with issues of race and ing adventures,” says Goto.

886-7172 June 8 cultural identity and are “I couldn’t see that so when June 9 Opening reception for exhibistrongly influenced by ele- [publisher] Coteau [Books] Award-winning writer Hiromi Goto will read from her work Festival of Ocean Films, plus tions by Digi Majou and Deer ments in Japanese folk tales. asked me if I was interested at the Read Out Loud event June 9 at the Arts Centre. DANA Q&A with filmmakers, School of Crossing the Art Farm, Gibsons “Folk lore has been a very in writing a children’s book, Music, Madeira Park, 7-9:30pm, Public Art Gallery, 6-8 pm (perPUTNAM PHOTO $15, members of Georgia Strait big influence,” says Goto of it gave me a wonderful opformance at 7pm) Alliance or Ruby Lake Lagoon the effect folk tales have had portunity to write a fantasy June 8 Society $13 on her writing. “Folk legends novel.” The Water of Possibil- sort out who they are while way to illustrate the normalWine & taste gala, with food, June 9 have all these remarkable ity was her first young adult on a dangerous quest. “I get ity of our lives. We’re people music and drink, fundraiser for Annual wine tasting event, happenings, but I think of novel, followed by the YA caught up in an idea or con- going about living our 'norSechelt Chamber of Commerce and food bank, Botanical Garden, presented by Pender Harbour horror too. If you make liter- crossover novels, Half World cept and monstrosity is an mal' queer lives until Mr. Rotary Club, Madeira Park ComWest Sechelt, 7-10pm, chamber al the magical or fantastical, and Darkest Light. These last area of interest and fascinaGlueskin comes and steals munity Hall, 7pm, $75 members $60, non-members I think it becomes horror. It two works have been criti- tion,” says Goto. “Somehow your mamma. Then what?”

June 9 $75 plus a non-perishable food makes things grotesque.” As cally well-received and are society can scapegoat a monitem Read Out Loud, queer literary an example, she cites a story filled with fantastical crea- ster. Are they created or are says Goto, referencing the salon including writers Hiromi June 8

by Rebecca Brown wherein tures and monsters while they born? That’s part of the start of her novel Half World.

Goto and Nicole Breit, Arts CenSuncoast Phoenix Community one lover uses the saying “I’d the young protagonists try to human struggle.” Goto’s sto- “Of course, there are risks tre, Sechelt, 7:30pm, $5+ Choir spring concert, Sechelt brought into their world by ries are populated with charJune 9 Indian Band Hall, 7-8:30pm, by those who are homophobic. acters of all colours, shapes, donation Salsa lesson and dance, Sechelt We’re very privileged in besizes and orientations.

Legion, 8:30pm, $20 advance, June 8 ing able to live in communiThere’s Karu who sports $22 at the door Pender Harbour coffee house feathers and beak, Ilana with ties where there’s no sense June 9 with Cajun band Back Porch eels for arms (named Rilla of heightened anxiety beReunion, guitar and vocals with DJ night, Roberts Creek Legion, and Lilla), Cracker, a young cause we’re queer.”

Roger Maidens, and singer9pm, members $8, guests $15 Hiromi Goto reads as part songwriter Matt Richards, School June 9-10 Neo Goth lesbian, and Ms ASSORTED - 220G of Read Out Loud, also feaof Music, Madeira Park, 7:30pm, $ Wei, also a lesbian and archiDORITOS������������������������������������ Year-end senior class recital by suggested $10 donation turing Nicole Breit. Saturvist.

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REDECOR CONSIGNMENT Summer is here & I’m still spring cleaning! I suspected I might have too many bowls at home… counted 87! Surely not. I managed to part with eleven… must try harder!

Also have a large number of vases, I promise to bring some in soon (we already have over 100 in the store) Hopefully you will be more successful with your uncluttering & you will bring me lots of your treasures. Call me.

We need marine & summer stuff & more. NEW… bottle collection, Mikes benches & trays, vintage rolling pins, mirrors, Eija’s driftwood bird houses & sunburst mirrors. Love to see you soon.

Thanks for supporting our downtown community & WELCOME to all our new stores & restaurants! 5660 Cowrie Street, Sechelt. 604885-5884

FOR RENT - Outdoor storage available for rent in Gibsons boat or trailer parking.

Very close to the ferry terminal. Call 604-328-9846.

FOR SALE FOR SALE – 2008 25 foot Wildwood Trailer. Sleeps 6, rear kitchen & out door, Front bedroom & out door, has a push-out. List of new items: 21 foot electric awnings, electric jack, 4 new 10-ply tires, 2 new 30lb propane tanks, new shower door (pleated). Propane system has recertification. Brakes checked, bearings repacked. Very good condition. $16,000. 604-7401064 FOR SALE – 2002 Ford Focus SE. Good running condition. Fully loaded. $2,200.

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EMPLOYMENT PERMANENT P/T LIGHT COMMERCIAL CLEANER. 2h/day, 5 days/week. Gibsons. $15/hr. Call 604-8863178

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NOW HIRING: AGRICULTURAL ASSISTANT

This is a seasonal position designed to offer part time farm employment to students.

Preference will be shown to students interested in pursuing education in the areas of sustainable farming, and value added farming and food production.

The successful applicants will work for a social enterprise, but report directly to the Farm Manager.

Duties will include but not be limited to: • Composting and soil • Non-evasive pest control enhancement • Harvesting and storage • Planting, fertilizing and • Feed and caring for weeding chickens TWO POSITIONS AVAILABLE: POSITION TWO: POSITION ONE: DATES OF EMPLOYMENT: DATES OF EMPLOYMENT: May 22 - August 31, 2018 June 25 - August 31, 2018 WAGE: $13.50 per hour WAGE: $13.50 per hour HOURS OF WORK: 30 HOURS OF WORK: 30 hours per week as required hours per week as required Eligibility criteria: (all criteria must be met) a. is between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment; b. was registered as a full-time student during the preceding academic year; c. intends to return to school on a full-time basis during the next academic year; d. is a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act* and; is legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial / territorial legislation and regulations.

PLEASE SEND RESUME to lwhit@scacl.ca at SCACL

EMPLOYMENT North Shore Accounting Pender Harbour Automotive & Tire is currently accepting application for either a Licensed Tech or a 3rd year apprentice.

Strengths in communication, working well with others, honesty and integrity are needed. Good tire knowledge in sales and repairs is an asset. Apply to: phat.wayne@eastlink.ca 604-883-3646

Accounting firm recruiting administrative assistant. Bookkeeping would be an asset.

Call: 604-840-7279.

OBITUARIES URQUHART, Cameron Jesse Donald March 23, 1989 - April 6, 2018

It is with very deep sorrow that the family of Cameron Urquhart announces Cameron’s unexpected death, at 29 years of age.

Cameron is survived by his: Mom, Lynne Urquhart (née Greig), and Step-Dad, Graham Macfarlane, of Madeira Park, BC; Brother, Dorian Urquhart, and Sister-in-Law, Keara Urquhart (née Hooi), of New Westminster, BC; Love of his Life, Kelly (Kuan-yu) Lai, of Richmond, BC; Uncle, Michael Greig, of Winnipeg, MB; Uncle, John Greig, of Winnipeg, MB (formerly, of Roberts Creek, BC); Uncle, James (Hamish) Greig, Auntie, Song Jee Hye, and Cousin, Brian Greig (Song Hyun Jae), of Daejeon City, South Korea; Step-Sister, Sarah Pichette-Macfarlane, of Vancouver, BC; Step-Sister, Jaclyn Macfarlane, of Vancouver, BC; Step-Brother, Robert Macfarlane, of Vancouver, BC; Great Great Auntie Florence (Peggy) Quick, of New Westminster, BC; Great Uncle Johnny Rinas, of Orleans, ON; and many second and third cousins from his Mom’s side of the family.

Cameron is also survived by his: Father, Jordie Urquhart, of Dildo, NL; Uncle, Chris Urquhart, and Cousin, Stephen Urquhart, of St. Thomas, ON; Auntie, Janet Daniel (née Urquhart), Uncle, Bob Daniel, and Cousins, Alison and Joey Daniel, of Orillia, ON; and second and third cousins from the Urquhart family.

Cameron was raised in Gibsons, where he and Dorian were very close to their beloved Grandparents, the late Brian and Natalie Greig, before moving with their Mom to Vancouver. Ultimately, Cameron resided in Richmond with Kelly, whom Cameron had intended to marry.

Over the years, Cameron was blessed to have developed very strong relationships with his beloved Uncle Michael, Uncle John and Uncle Hamish, as well as with Kanjo Rinas-Hall, Arthur Hall, and Lisa, Lauren and Doug Hall, all of whom Cameron loved dearly.

Those who knew Cameron will certainly remember his loving nature and his kindness, compassion, sensitivity, respectfulness, generosity, thoughtfulness, strength of character, zest for life, fierce loyalty, strong work ethic, jocundity, keen wit, big hugs, beautiful smile, and one-of-a-kind laughter. Cameron is very deeply loved and missed by all of his family and friends, and by his and Kelly’s sweet little puppy, Blueberry (Blue).

At this time, Cameron’s family would like to acknowledge, with heartfelt appreciation, the love and support provided by numerous friends and relatives, as we mourn our devastating loss.

We also sincerely thank Cameron’s friends, coworkers and management at Crown Packaging, with special thanks to Cameron’s Union Brotherhood, Unifor Local 433.

Finally, on behalf of Cameron’s immediate family, Cameron’s Mom wishes to express immense gratitude to: Kanjo Rinas-Hall and Arthur Hall; Josephine Hooi; Michael, John and James (Hamish) Greig; Dr. Ron Mundy; Grant and Sylvia Macfarlane; Sarah Pichette-Macfarlane; Jaclyn and Robert Macfarlane; Robin, Emma and Hillary Macfarlane; Leslie Kueber (née Greig); Joanne Bak; Janet Hobson; Andrea Brandle; Diane Giroux; Isis van Loon; Howard and Jolyne Ball; Murray and Pat Drope; Wolfgang, Yvonne and Keanu Kaessler; Sacha Fassaert; Michael, Fulya and Lili Munro; Gordie Birtch and Nancy Heard; Tim Howard; Joe, Tammy, Brandon and Dylan Hanna; Luke Brotherston; and Brian Kuchera, for being ‘on the front lines’ during these heart-shattering days.

A Celebration of Life will be held in Cameron’s honour on Saturday, August 11 @ 2pm at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 112: 12829 Lillies Lake Road, Madeira Park, BC. And Cameron’s family strongly believes that one component of Cameron’s legacy has already proven to be uniting family and friends, in whose hearts Cameron will forever remain.

In lieu of flowers, our family requests donations to the Sechelt (Shíshálh) Hospital Foundation, “In Memory of Cameron Urquhart”.

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Tip of the Week: Here at the mid-point of the last official month of spring 2018, we have reason to reflect. Gemini is ever the curious one… archetype, I mean.

No person is actually their sign.

Rather, they were born during the time of that archetypal influence. Because astrology is planet focused, it is tempting to assume that the influences come from the planets, strictly speaking. This is not the case.

The planets can best be understood as features of a larger process, call it the solar system machine. In simple terms, one has to think holistically to really understand astrology and how it works.

It is common to encounter confusion when comparing astronomy with astrology. To some, because of the paradigm that guides the perceptions and interpretations of astrono-

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of the same whole. The adjoining aspect of this riddle is that it manifests in our life here on earth. Yes, that is impossible… when your paradigm is linear and materialistic. The solution to this riddle: we live in a conscious universe.

Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 19) Your charisma continues to rise steadily. At least this is true in as much as you have come realize that taking a ‘my way or my way’ rebellious and headstrong approach usually backfires…. Besides, focusing more attention on home and family where you are in the mood to nurture harmony and beauty might keep you out of trouble. Get creative!

Taurus (Apr 20 – May 20) Although you are charging ahead externally, an inner healing process is also underway. This healing process will last a while, several years in fact. It appears that it is linked to your nervous system… so perhaps take a deeper look.

This is also an invitation to look beyond traditional approaches. Embrace the emerging global village and investigate other philosophies.

Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21) Inspirations to investigate new territory are yours to enjoy. These may come in the way of creative ideas to make money. Yet, there is the possibility that a new love interest has caught your fancy. Not that your love is directed at a person, per se’… In fact, the love could be based on what more than who. Then again, it is spring, so a crossover is a distinct possibility.

Cancer (Jun 22 – Jul 22) A busy time behind the scenes continues. Then again, you could be busy catching up on sleep. That still counts for doing something, actually. Yet, you also yearn to express yourself somehow. The downside is that you have to

LAND ACT: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land Take notice that Stefan Johnston from St. Albert, Alberta has applied to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), Surrey for an application of a residential private moorage situated on Provincial Crown land located at Baker Bay, DL 3557, Group 1, New Westminister District, BC. The Lands File Number for this application is 2412001. Comments on this application may be submitted in two ways: 1) Online via the Applications and Reasons for Decision Database website: www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp 2) By mail: Senior Land Officer, 200 - 10428 153 Street, Surrey, BC V3R 1E1. Comments will be received by the Ministry of Forests Lands and Natural Resource Operations until July 1, 2018. Comments received after this date may not be considered.

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inner authority above all. So, what is it saying? It is true that it can sometimes be a bully. Like a military sergeant, it wants you to acknowledge and confront your fears. If you are wondering how, start with acknowledgment.

Scorpio (Oct 23 – Nov 21) For the past… oh… decade or so… destiny has been guiding you to open your mind. We are all subject to subconscious beliefs ingrained in our formative years. As tenacious as these often are, they are not invincible.

This is where that notion of annihilating the ego comes to the fore. What this means is learn to become soul-centered as opposed to ego-centered. This is the key to intuition.

Sagittarius (Nov 22–Dec 21) A process of building upon new foundations continues. A process of renovation is implied. It is the sort where the deadwood is replaced with the new. It will take time, upwards to a couple of years anyway. This time period can be described as one of ‘paying your dues’. The focus now is to nurture your connections and make friends.

Capricorn (Dec 22 – Jan 19) Whether by choice or circumstance, or both, you have

entered new territory. If ever there was a time to take a powerful lead, this is one of them. Yet, you might not feel entirely sure of your direction.

You might even describe it as something of an identity crisis. However, it could better be described as a forging a new identity.

Aquarius (Jan 20 – Feb 19) The past that is steadily dissolving can be understood as a liberation process. It is not over yet, not at all actually, but it does not mean that you are not in a progressive mode. In fact, it may be just the opposite. For most, it would usually manifest as a time of disintegration. That is the advantage of having your Sun in Aquarius: everything is reversed.

Pisces (Feb 20 – Mar 20) A steady flow of returns for past efforts has begun to flow in. It still remains important that you act on them. In fact, there are indications that the time is right to invest in them fully. This is your chance to advance to the next level. So, think risk and advancement and be willing to do the necessary groundwork. PS, when you think or say the word ‘should’ take a good look in the mirror.

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Leo (Jul 23 – Aug 23) One way or another you have entered an apprenticeship phase in your life. It includes the processes of developing more confidence. This is as much a spiritual process as anything else. In other words, you are meant to exercise surrender and faith in your destiny. Of course, you are the cocreator of your life. For now, keep focusing on the details.

Virgo (Aug 24 – Sep 22) Your career is getting a boost. That you are the one boosting it is the fine print.

A slow but sure pace is ideal these days. The main thing is that you recognize that you are supposed to step more fully into your power. This is the visionary foundational phase.

So, trust those intuitive ideas and act on them. As the saying goes, if you think you might fail, focus to fail big!

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To be fair, astronomy is based on linear observations and facts, so those who adhere to it should not be expected to think holistically.

The synchronistic ‘effects’ of Pluto in astrology defy linear interpretations. Based on its size and distance, its position and the aspects it makes should not have an effect. Yet it does and a powerful one at that. It is a bit like thinking that your little toe does not have an effect on you because it is way down there. That is the riddle to solve. Here’s a hint: the solar system when understood holistically can be understood in that way as a ‘cosmic whole’. Everything that happens within it is part

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