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The four main candidates, one of whom will be the member of parliament from West Vancouver-Sunshine Coast-Sea to Sky Country, posed together at an Oct. 8 all candidates meeting. From the left: Ken Melamed, Green Party; Pam Goldsmith-Jones, Liberal; John Weston, Conservative; and Larry Koopman, NDP. The election on Oct. 19 will decide which one will be the MP. The polls are open 7am to 7pm. RIK JESPERSEN PHOTO

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The four major party candidates fielded questions about the “fixed link,” liquid natural gas development, First Nations’ rights and a range of other issues during two campaign forums in Sechelt last week, heading into the Oct. 19 federal election. Liberal Pam GoldsmithJones, New Democrat Larry Koopman, the Green Party’s Ken Melamed and Conservative John Weston found some common ground but also pounced on opportunities to differentiate themselves during the noon and supper-hour meetings on Oct. 8, sponsored by the Sechelt and District Chamber of Commerce. When asked about the upcoming feasibility study on a fixed link to the Coast from the Lower Mainland, Goldsmith-Jones, Koopman and Melamed all spoke in support of BC Ferries, suggesting the service would improve if it was better funded, and that it should be part of the highway system. “The fixed link is an interesting proposal,” said Goldmsith-Jones, but added that she believes the study will also show that BC Ferries is “an integral part of the system.” Weston said he didn’t think many people believed BC Ferries was sustainable or acceptable. “The bridge idea at least has promise,” Weston said. “It holds out the hope for a reliable and cheaper way to access this part of the world.” A question about the provincial government’s plans for liquid natural gas (LNG) in B.C., which includes hopes for a plant at Woodfibre in Howe Sound, brought a categorical rejection from the Green Party. “It absolutely absurd to be investing in industries that will increase our dependence on fossil fuels,” Melamed said. “I will fight Woodfibre LNG. I will stop it in its tracks.” Continued on Page 6...

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A proposed new medical marijuana bylaw was suddenly stubbed out during debate at the Oct. 7 meeting of Sechelt Council. The proposed bylaw, crafted over several months of staff work, information meetings and a public hearing, was in the midst of second reading when Councillor Doug Wright asked why there would be a discrepancy between the distance of schools and parks from medical marijuana grow operations. The bylaw called for a 1,000-metre buffer from schools, but 500 metres from developed parks. “It would seem to me that we should probably have 1,000 metres from the parks as well,” Wright said. That prompted Mayor Bruce Milne to ask District Development Planner Angela Letman about the effect of in-

creasing the buffer distance. Letman replied that due to the presence of a park on Bay Road, the increased distance would likely disqualify “almost all of the Field Road industrial properties,” except for an area nearer the airport. Some West Sechelt properties also could be disqualified, Letman said. Councillor Darren Inkster asked if a compromised increase of the park buffer to 750 metres would disqualify as many lots, but Letman said that could not be immediately determined. Other councillors then came to the defence of the bylaw, with Noel Muller saying, “it isn’t going to make everyone happy, but it does deal with issues around medical marijuana.” Darnelda Siegers urged council to move forward with the bylaw, as there were a number of permit applica14A 107min

tions for medical marijuana operations pending in the District. “If we do not pass something tonight, we have no teeth to say ‘No,’” Siegers said. “They’re allowed in every zone.” But a vote on second reading was defeated 4-3, with Muller, Siegers and Councillor Alice Lutes voting in favour of the bylaw while Inkster, Wright, Councillor Mike Shanks and Milne were against. Milne said he voted it down because council was obviously divided and he didn’t think the bylaw had the support to go forward. But he added later that he will be recommending the issue, “be revisited very quickly.” Milne added that he hoped another public hearing could be avoided, “but that may not be possible.” Rik Jespersen

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Editorial Opinion Retro-reflect the kids This National School Safety Week, Oct. 17 to 23, the Canada Safety Council encourages young pedestrians and cyclists to dress brightly to be seen. “As light levels drop, drivers have more difficulty seeing pedestrians and cyclists on the road,” says Jack Smith, president of the Canada Safety Council. “Wearing bright colours and retro-reflective material can help you stay safe while walking and cycling.” September to November tend to be the worst months of the year for young pedestrians getting hit by motor vehicles. The riskiest time of the day for pedestrians and cyclists to be on the road is in late afternoon, at night, and in dim light conditions when they are less visible to drivers. Any time a car needs its headlights, visibility can be improved by wearing clothing with retro-reflective markings. Retro-reflective materials bounce light back towards the light source, so they will appear very bright and stand out from the background when headlights shine on them. Research shows that pedestrians and cyclists wearing retroreflective materials are more likely to be seen and recognized by drivers. The best place to sport retro-reflective markings is on the arms and legs. To help kids be bright and be seen, the Canada Safety Council is offering a limited number of retro-reflective crafting kits to interested teachers and children’s group leaders. A retroreflective craft activity can help launch a wider discussion with youth around pedestrian and cycling safety. Email csc@safetycouncil.org or call 613-739-1535 to order your kit. Teachers and children's group leaders' names will be entered into a contest to win a 3M product gift basket compliments of 3M Canada. Also, kids can challenge the adults in their lives to a friendly road safety quiz posted on our Elmer the Safety Elephant website at www.elmer.ca.

Pedestrian Safety Tips for Kids • Be bright: Wear clothing with retro-reflective patches and make sure your bicycle has reflectors and a light. • Ensure drivers have seen you before you step off the curb by making eye contact. • Leave the phone alone and turn down the tunes when crossing the street. • If there is no sidewalk, use the left side of the road facing traffic. • And of course, look ALL ways before crossing a street, driveway or alley. Submitted

Eight a day

A total of 10,764 children aged 5-16 were hit and injured by motor vehicles while they were on foot or bike in the five years between 2008-2012 (most recent data available). This works out to average of 2,767 children per year or

approximately eight children per day. The statistics include 79 young pedestrians who were killed and 37 young cyclists who were killed in crashes with motor vehicles during the same five-year period. (Transport Canada stats)

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Letters to the Editor – Opinions Pompous

I was amused by John Weston's letter to the editor (“Fed up”, the Local Oct. 8). One evening last week, I answered a telephone call from a volunteer with Mr. Weston's campaign. I was asked," Can we count on your vote?" I gave a negative reply and added the name of the candidate for whom I would be voting. The response I got was, "Are you sure you know what you're doing ?!" How pompous! Mr. Weston, you may be fed up, but I'm disgusted! Colleen Elson, Gibsons

Wondering why

I wonder why John Weston backed out at the last minute from the Oct. 2 All Candidates Forum in Sechelt? He said that he had a scheduling conflict, yet he had confirmed weeks earlier that he would participate in the Forum, and the time was arranged to accommodate his travel plans. I find the rudeness of his last minute cancellation without adequate explanation to be quite unacceptable and insulting to those who showed up expecting to hear his views. He stood up both his supporters and his challengers. Other than that, the Forum was a rousing success with hundreds attending in a packed hall. The format included questions from the audience and moved along quickly. The candidates were all well prepared, civil and candid. It was a useful exchange of information and views that received a standing ovation at the end. It was a delight to see respectful, democratic debate in action. Too bad John, our elected Member of Parliament, didn't see fit to contribute. Bet Cecill, Gibsons

Just vote

This is it. Your last chance to be part of democracy in action in Canada. Oct. 19 is D-Day. In 2011 the percentage of those of voting age in Canada who voted was 54.16 per cent. All you have to do is VOTE! to change our statistics. Encourage your friends, your neighbours, strangers on the

street and even your enemies. Just vote! Fred and Bozena Whibbs, Sechelt

Read the back

People in Halfmoon Bay who for decades have voted at Coopers Green need to make sure they read the back of the voters card they received from the Federal Government in the mail. For some the polling station this time around is Halfmoon Bay Elementary. John Marian, Halfmoon Bay

History lesson

Voter turnout fell to 59 per cent in 2008. The median voter turnout for a Canadian general election since 1867 was 70.3 per cent, while the highest voter turnout was in 1958, 1962, 1963 and was up to 79 per cent. What prompted these high numbers? Voting out of pride 1857 was the first election for the new nation of Canada which included Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Ontario and Quebec. Voting for proper representation In 1958 John Diefenbaker got the largest majority government in the history of Canada and the second largest percentage of the popular vote. Why? Because the Liberals had a new and untried leader in Lester B. Pearson and with the loss of (Liberal Prime Minister Louis) St. Laurent, Quebec, under Duplessis, gave their support to the Tories and the Social Credit collapsed. Voting for change In 1962 there was high unemployment, a slumping Canadian dollar as well as unpopular decisions e.g. the Avro Arrow cancellation. Though the Conservatives won a minority, this resulted in -44.2 per cent change for the Conservatives and +106.3 per cent change for the Liberals, the Social Credit returned with +30 per cent and the NDP came on the scene with +19 per cent. This was also when the Northwest Territories, First Nations and Inuit voted for the first time. Voting due to lack of trust In 1963 Diefenbaker's cabinet wished to remove him as

leader. The party was split on the matter of having American nuclear missiles on Canadian soil. This resulted in the Conservatives receiving two nonconfidence votes and the Liberals won 128 to 95. Whether voting for change or voting for proper representation, we need to get out and vote. Whatever happened in 2008? Let's not let it happen again. Michele Beaudry, Sechelt

No road, please

Here are some reasons we SHOULDN'T have a fixed road to the Sunshine Coast: • Our water supply needs protecting. Our water supply couldn't support our present population this summer and global warming will only worsen this problem. More housing and industrial development means more deforestation and basically the amount of trees and forests are what produce rain which gives us our water. • Tourism. Tourists are attracted to our small, quaint towns and our pristine forests, not wall-to-wall housing or congestion. • Increased cost of Infrastructure. We would need to build a larger water system, sewage system, garbage collection and disposal system, bigger roads and road maintenance and an increased police force and policing. • Increase in crime. The Ferry system offers more protection this way. • No gain in time or safety. Driving to Squamish and adding to an already congested, narrow and dangerous Sea to Sky Hwy is not a bonus alternative. Growth for the sake of growth and jobs only is an outdated and self-destructive concept. Self-sustainability is the future, practical and necessary. I would like to see the Ferry Corp. de-privatized, returned to Gov't. control and management and subsidized as part of the Trans-Canada Hwys. system like the rest of Canada enjoys. Put the $1B estimated for a road into our Ferry system to improve and maintain it properly as well as lowering user cost. Andrea Smith, Halfmoon Bay

Save nirvana

Why do costly feasibility studies for a road link when we have a "potentially great" ferry system already in place? Our ferries could be a much bigger tourist draw as well as necessary transportation. They are comfortable and attractive and our ferry route is second to none in the world for its breathtaking beauty. The problem is that the present ferry system is poorly managed, underfunded and too user costly. This can be remedied by de-privatizing it and making it part of the Trans-Canada Hwy. system. Thousands have petitioned and protested for this yet they are ignored by the Government for a smaller minority lobbying for a road. This doesn't make sense. The road would bring jobs some say. Maybe, but what about the hundreds of good ferry jobs that would be lost? These are real, now jobs with many families already established in the community. Truly the tourist draw to the Sunshine Coast is the charm of our small seaside towns and our pristine natural environment which is slowly being eroded even so. Mindless growth is not the answer and a road would bring more problems, i.e. higher taxes, possibly a toll, a longer more congested route, more crime and more water shortage, garbage, litter, etc . Build a road to nirvana and you destroy nirvana. Let's debate this thoroughly and have a referendum. I vote no. Richard McGowan Halfmoon Bay

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George Hotel gets green light

Gibsons council gave the George Hotel the go-ahead on Oct. 6, but the timeline released by the company means it would be 2018 before the hotel is in operation. RIK JESPERSEN PHOTO Gibsons Town Council has approved the pivotal zoning change and OCP bylaw amendment required for the controversial George Hotel and Residences to proceed. The vote was unanimous, with Councillors Stafford Lumley, Charlene Sanjenko and Jeremy Valeriote, along with Mayor Wayne Rowe all signalling their intention approved in speeches made before the vote at the Oct. 6 council meeting. “To me leadership boils down to making the tough decisions,” Sanjenko said. “To those of you who do not agree with my position, I truly understand and I respect your position and I hope you will respect mine.” Valeriote also acknowledged the input from opponents to the project. “I really value the role that dissent played in shaping the discussion,” he said. “However, on balance and all things considered, I must in good conscience vote in favour of the bylaws before us. I think it’s in the best interests of the town and I think the majority of resiJohn Weston does. dents agree.

“Will our seaside village character necessarily be degraded by this development? I think our charm is more resilient than that.” Lumley agreed repeatedly with opponents in his speech that the height of the development’s two buildings was more than anyone would have preferred, but said he saw too many positives to turn it down. “I’m sorry, but for the sake of a couple of storeys and [a few] extra feet, we have too much to gain,” Lumley said adding that the estimated $345,000 the project will pay in municipal taxes was a boon to the town, and “would equate to existing taxpayers getting an increase of 13.8 per cent in their taxes, every year.” Rowe also spoke to the economic benefits, saying the town faced infrastructure challenges that it could not presently pay for. He also said he felt most people in the town wanted to see the George go ahead. “I would hope that all residents would accept what is clearly the will of the majority,” he said. “It’s time to embrace the future possibilities, and in

the words of Reverend Jesse Jackson, ‘We must go forward with hope and not backward by fear and division.’” The town hall gallery was packed with supporters who greeted the votes with applause and opponents who reacted to the decisions with silence, except for an eventual question from Suzanne Senger, one of the project’s most outspoken opponents for the past two and a-half years. Senger asked if all members of council had read a legal opinion forwarded to them last month regarding their statutory responsibilities surrounding possible toxic contaminants in the harbour. All acknowledged they had read it. Senger later said she was not surprised by the votes in favour of the development. “I’m an incurable optimist, so I came here with high hopes,” she said. “But we all expected that they would do what they did.” Councillor Silas White, a resident of the neighbourhood where the hotel complex will be built, has recused himself from any Town business to do with project application due to a potential conflict of interest. Many more permit approval hurdles remain, which will take several months to clear, according to Art Phillips, spokesman for developer KFE Inc. “The earliest that I foresee a ground-breaking ceremony would be September of 2016, and [the project] will take 20 months to complete,” Phillips told The Local. Rik Jespersen

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selecting an organization or society to run the program. The committee will also be proposing potential directors who will be appointed by local governments. Pre-budget meetings are now being organized at SCRD, and the board will be studying all budget proposals and their appropriateness for the strategic plan. Following the strategic plan will be the board’s main focus at budget time. In Halfmoon Bay, citizens have been contacting the RCMP and SCRD about the strong smell of marijuana in the area. Medical marijuana establishments, each with a federal health licence, are legal in residential areas; local governments and the RCMP therefore have no means to control the smell. In one UBCM workshop, the topic was governments in British

New Democrat Koopman agreed that Woodfibre was a non-starter, while GoldsmithJones declined an opinion, saying the Conservatives had so “shattered Canadians’ faith” in the environmental review process that it wasn’t yet possible to adequately assess the Woodfibre proposal. Weston argued in favour of developing the resource, saying LNG, “promises 100,000 jobs in the province.” Weston also had a contrary take on relations with First Nations. Clearly critical of the Supreme Court of Canada’s Tsilhqot'in decision last year regarding aboriginal land title, Weston said it could mean “a very unequal Canada,” where the input of gov-

ernments could be “trumped by a veto in the hands of First Nations.” Goldsmith-Jones promised the Liberals would seek to improve relations with indigenous groups, while Melamed said the Green Party would create a Council of Canadian Governments, which would include First Nations on a “nation to nation basis.” Koopman said an NDP government would quickly commission an inquiry into missing and murdered indigenous women, would act on the recommendations from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, and pour $4.8 billion into First Nations’ education over eight years. Rik Jespersen

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Columbia that are trying to pass bylaws to control the selling, smell, and location of marijuana-growing establishments. I have had an opportunity to visit RCMP headquarters in Surrey and ask what can be done to ease the smell problem. At the UBCM conference, I spoke with the provincial Justice Minister to find out what the government was going to do. Each agency spokesperson referred me to the federal government for a solution. Please contact me at 604741-2427 or e-mail me at garry.nohr@scrd.ca if you wish to discuss SCRD programs or plans. I am available for discussions at the SCRD office or in Halfmoon Bay at Welcome Beach Market, Tuesdays from 9:30 to 10:00 a.m., and the Halfmoon Bay store, Fridays from 10:00 a.m. to noon

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Mayor’s Message Bruce Milne Mayor, District of Sechelt

Sechelt is a community that benefits from tremendous cultural depth and diversity. As a local government, the District of Sechelt supports programs that enhance cultural activities and make the benefits of cultural life more accessible to all. The Sechelt Arts Festival is a successful example of government supported cultural activities. In just over a decade the SAF has become the premier event for collaborative, multi-disciplinary contemporary art on the Sunshine Coast. The Festival blends artistic and cultural works in exhibits, events and performances for passive viewing, active participation or engaged learning. It also provides opportunities for artists across disciplines and generations to collaborate and create new works together. This year, the Festival brings internationally renowned Canadian dancer and choreographer Margie Gillis to perform in our community.

True to the Festival’s goal of encouraging artistic growth for both emerging and established artists, local dancer Katherine Denham and other dancers from Canada’s west coast have trained with and will perform alongside of Ms. Gillis. Another inspiring aspect of the SAF is the connections it creates among artists and audiences from different cultures. Sechelt residents are fortunate to share the home territory of a culturally vibrant First Nation. The art, music, and traditions of the shíshálh are an integral part of the 2015 Sechelt Arts Festival and reflected in the theme “The Story of Cedar”. The SAF follows an historic cultural event for the shíshálh that Sechelt Council was honoured to be a part of. Our Council and members of our community recently participated in a ceremony, and the unveiling of a monument, to recognize the residential school experience. The Sechelt Council members called as witnesses by the shíshálh at this event felt honoured and humbled. The experience has furthered Council’s support for the cause of reconciliation with our neighbours and all

Waste reduction movie The Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) is inviting residents to celebrate Waste Reduction Week from October 19 to 25. To recognize this national event, the SCRD is hosting a free screening of the film Just Eat It: A Food Waste Story on Tuesday, October 20 at 6pm at the Raven’s Cry Theatre in Sechelt. This event is being held to raise awareness regarding food waste and to provide

the community with information on ways to reduce their own household food waste, save money and help the environment. For residents of the SCRD, two options exist for composting food: you can take food scraps to a local composting facility – Gibsons Recycling Depot or Salish Soils – or you can compost at home. In the SCRD, about 12,000 tonnes of waste are sent

other Canadian First Nations. By sharing experiences, events and celebrations, the communities of the District of Sechelt and the shishalh are moving forward together. Our Council wants to ensure this continues. With mutual respect, ongoing efforts to create understanding and a desire to work cooperatively, the opportunity to enrich our lives on the creative foundation of shared cultural activities will be open to all. Culture has played a huge role in the development of the Sunshine Coast. It informs our identity and shapes how we relate to the world around us. Many gifted artists, with talents in a multitude of creative disciplines, choose to live here. Culture has a major influence on our tourism sector, be that First Nations culture or the wide variety of other Coast events and festivals that draw visitors to our communities. The arts frame the way that others see us and help integrate residents and visitors in an inclusive social fabric. The result is a rich cultural and community life for Sechelt; something to give thanks for regardless of the season.

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October 15 Opening reception for Six Senses of Cedar with a dozen artists, presented by Sechelt Arts Festival, Seaside Centre, Sechelt, 7-9pm, free October 16 Mushroom specialist Langdon Cook speaks, part of the SC Mushroom Festival, Davis Bay Hall, 6pm, $10 October 16-18 SC Art Crawl, galleries from Langdale to Earls Cove, 10am-5pm, sunshinecoastartcrawl. com October 17 Mushroom festival with displays and vendors, community hall, Madeira Park, 10am-3pm, $3 (SHROOM members free), schshroom.org/festival October 17 Knitting for the homeless, Sew Easy in Trail Bay Mall, Sechelt, 11am-5pm October 17 Opening reception for exhibition by artists Colin Righton and Ruth Rodgers, Gibsons Public Art Gallery, 2-4 pm, free October 17 Pianist Jeremy Denk, Raven’s Cry Theatre, Sechelt, 2:30pm, adults $25, students $10 October 17 Eighth annual Zombie Walk, with prizes for costumes and makeup, 2:30pm, Gibsons Community Centre, $2 October 17 Whiskey tasting with fivecourse dinner, fundraiser for Rotary, SC Golf Club, Roberts Creek, 5:45pm, $125 October 17 Boogie Night with Playback, Coopers Green Hall, Halfmoon Bay, by Halfmoon Bay Community Assoc., 7pm, $15 October 17 Kristian Braathen Trio, Heritage Playhouse, Gibsons, 8pm, $25 at the door, advance tickets $20, students and seniors $15 October 18 Vipassana meditation with Karen Lawrie, Chaster House, Gibsons, 9am-3pm, $12 plus donation October 18 Halfmoon Bay apple festival, Coopers Green Park, Halfmoon Bay, 9am4pm October 18 “Love and Mercy”, a film about Beachboy and songwriter Brian Wilson, Activity Centre, Sechelt, 2pm, members $5, others $9. Also Oct.20 at Heritage Playhouse, Gibsons, 7:30pm October 20 Movie presented by the SCRD, “Just Eat It: A Food Waste Story”, Raven’s Cry Theatre, Sechelt, 6pm, free October 23 Artesia coffee house with various musicians, Arts Centre, Sechelt, 8pm, $10

Art Review Anna Nobile Freelance Creative Writer, Arts & Culture

The sixth annual Sunshine Coast Art Crawl runs this weekend, October 1618 featuring 125 venues, 34 of them brand new. The Art Crawl committee, led by Linda Williams, has been working to make the Art Crawl one of the premier cultural events on the Coast. With so many artists’ studios to visit, venues will be open from 10am to 5pm over the three days, with some also hosting Friday evening receptions. Janice Rafael, a Sechelt painter and origami book sculptor, is jumping into her first Crawl with both feet. She is hosting a Friday reception, is giving demonstrations throughout the weekend, as well as a mini class. “I’m definitely excited to be filling my house with art,” she says. Jeff Barringer, an abstract painter in Roberts Creek, is looking forward to his Crawl debut. “I had a month long show at the Gibsons Public Art Gallery,” says Barringer. “We had a lot of people come through, a lot of great reviews, so I took it as sign to come out, as it were, and be a little more accessible.” Lori Morris, a landscape painter in Halfmoon Bay, is

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looking forward to meeting her public after years of being a Crawler. “The desire to paint increases the more art that you look at,” says Morris. “Going to artists’ studios and seeing their work has ignited the passion even more. I decided it was time for my paintings to go and have a life of their own.” Roy Peters of Gibsons is also excited about his first Crawl. He’ll be giving demonstrations throughout the weekend while his wife, renowned pianist Valerie Rutter, provides the musical backdrop. “We want to share our work and our art,” says Peters. “I take my hat off to the people who organize the Crawl.” Kim Hadley is one of five members of the Pink Pony Collective, an eclectic mix of artists working in natural materials and with technology, all participating in their first Crawl. Diane Mueller and Laurie McConnell work in 3D portraiture, while Tricia Joel creates eco-printed scarves, and Sandra Corbett, a custom woodworker (and my partner) uses reclaimed and recycled wood in her pieces. Hadley herself creates baskets and sculptural birdhouses out of coiled pine needles, incorporating elements she finds on beach or forest walks. “Showing with a group of artists whose work I really like, and all

working in different media, seemed like a good way for us to show our art and support each other,” says Hadley. In fact, there are several groups of artists exhibiting together, working on the premise that each individual artist will draw a different

audience. The artists of the Gibsons Landing Gallery will be showing at Persephone Brewing, while Edges features 11 painters sharing the space at the Gibsons Public Market, and artists from Powell River, working in a variety of media, will be taking

over the Roberts Creek Hall. For Crawlers, the hard part will be deciding who not to miss. But don’t worry, there’s an app for that. Visit sunshinecoastartcrawl.ca to download the app, maps, and get complete information on all the artists and venues.

they need.” Standfield said much of the problem lies in the ministry’s inept privatization of responsibilities that used to be provided by the civil service. “The Canadian government has outsourced the processing of visas to a private South African firm,” she said. “But the woman who processed all my paperwork, took my money, doesn’t know the law enough to know I was actually applying for the wrong thing.” Standfield’s daughter Meg is still in South Africa with her four-year-old brother and their father, all of whom had planned six months ago to come for a long visit with Standfield in her native Canada. Standfield said the mistakes made in what should have been a straightforward process demonstrate, “the broken-ness of how our public service is delivering services to Canadians abroad.” She also suspects that the federal government’s dated attitudes toward certain countries has been a factor. “We have a discriminatory relationship with South Africa. We don’t let them come in without visas. It’s a leftover from apartheid, I think.” Standfield said she had sought help from MP John Weston but there appeared to be little his staff could do. “It took me two weeks to get somebody on the phone,” she said. “Three weeks later, I had a conversation with his office.” Standfield said another week later Weston’s office sent her a link to a Citizenship and Immigration web

page that was helpful, but only proved how difficult it’s been to get the required information. “It was a link to a totally new visa called a ‘facilitation visa.’ Nobody ever told me it existed. And it’s the only way Meg is allowed to enter the country, because she’s technically a foreign national. I should have been told that five months ago.” Standfield has found a valuable ally in Gibsons resident Don Chapman, an expert on citizenship and the author of “The Lost Canadians,” which details the historical and ongoing confusion around Canada’s citizenship laws. Chapman said the Standfields’ situation is only partly an immigration snafu. It’s also tied up in a widespread misunderstanding of citizenship that is still mired in the civil service. He said toddler Meg, as the daughter of a Canadian, should never have been subject to all the bureaucratic bungling in the first place. “She is what’s called ‘first generation born abroad’ and therefore has the right of citizenship,” Chapman said. Standfield is still trying to figure out what to do next and is hoping that publicizing her family’s plight will help move the government to act. She said it might seem practical to simply go back to the South African company handling Canada’s paperwork and get a facilitation visa, but $900 in fees later, she has lost faith in the process, and doubts that the staff has been sufficiently trained to even know that such a visa exists. Rik Jespersen

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Horoscope Michael O’Connor Astrologer

Tip of the Week: The New Moon in Libra on October 12 is now fast approaching its 1st quarter turn, a.k.a. waxing halfmoon. Woven into the New Moon portrait was Venus, Mars and Jupiter in Virgo. Mars will conjunct Jupiter first on October 17 then Venus will follow suit on the 25th. While Mars is well placed in Virgo, Venus and Jupiter are both more challenged there. However, the fact that they are closely aligned serves to uplift their respective energies like quality time shared among good friends during challenging times simply chalked-up to bad weather. Aries (Mar 21–Apr 20) Your workload is probably quite heavy right now. Important meeting and negotiations with significant others is featured. You may feel you have to give more than usual of late. At best your humility rating is high allowing you to listen more deeply than usual. At worst, you confidence levels are running low. You are in a learning cycle, take note. Taurus (Apr 20–May 21) You are learning to more clearly and precisely identify what makes you special. Beyond your intrinsic value,

your inherent adorability, reference here is to your skills and talents. Circumstances are inviting you out to reveal your offerings. The tricky part is that you are in the midst of some rather deep changes. What you once believed is no longer so certain. Gemini (May 21–Jun 21) Although it is not spring, it might feel like it in light of your determination to clean, clear and get super organized. The focus could range from renovations to creating a more beautiful and efficient flow in your home. If this is not apparent yet, the invitation is waiting for your response. Commit to emphasizing what is beautiful and valuable by clearing away what is not. Cancer (Jun 21–Jul 22) An extra busy cycle is underway. Your to-do list is packed. Hardly a superficial cycle, circumstances are pushing you to get to the bottom of things. Fortunately, you are in the mood to do just that. The focus may be directed to your closest relationships. There is a need for more balance, fairness and harmony. You are in a diplomatic mood, put it to work. Leo (Jul 22–Aug 23) Needed shifts and changes regarding your financial situation are gaining your attention now. You may have to work harder than usual, to give more. You may benefit from new tools, strategies and work

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patterns. Focusing to implement long-term changes towards healthier and more productive choices and actions is extra important. Begin it now. Virgo (Aug 23–Sep 22) The time has come to enter new territory. You have entered an exploratory and pioneering cycle. This impulse is especially active now and will remain active through to mid-November. In the bigger picture, this requirement will continue well into summer 2016. You need an action plan and a resolve to follow through to back it up. Libra (Sep 22–Oct 22) A busy time behind the scenes continues. Whether literally or figuratively you are also in retreat mode now. Combining both could prove very produce; otherwise they could cancel each other out. Yet, you are in the mood to express your thoughts. This could be a great time to write. Meanwhile, a learning curve is inviting your full participation. Scorpio (Oct 22–Nov 21) Breaking through and moving-on might best describe some of the current energy patterns active now. You are in a take charge mood so if circumstances require it you could get a lot done. Yet you are also challenged to pay your dues. This could literally mean financial layouts. At best, these constitute investments for the sake of future prosperity.

Sagittarius (Nov 21–Dec 21) You are in a rather serious mood. It includes obtaining new knowledge, skills and tools. Although you feel the weight, you also feel extra determined. You may not exactly be in a party mood but you may be able to be extra disciplined and productive. Key communications with people whose opinion you trust is featured. Forward, march! Capricorn (Dec 21–Jan 19) You are determined to see the bigger picture and you want to know the facts and details as well. You are ready to negotiate terms as necessary. Key meetings are likely. As much as you are willing to listen you also want to be heard. Gaining recognition for your efforts feels extra strong. You feel extra determined and will not be easily turned away. Aquarius (Jan 19–Feb 19) A good deal of shifting and shuffling is underway. What was a steady pattern just a couple of weeks ago is now undergoing steady change. With your ambitions running extra high you are ready to meet whatever challenge come along. You feel strong but are also aware that you need to give more than usual. You can and will especially if you can earn more. Pisces (Feb 19–Mar 20) Your relationship life is getting some extra attention

and stimulation right now. This is an expansive time and opportunity is knocking. Business activity is likely but so too is romance. Swinging deals and com-

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JOHN WESTON:

A PROUD RECORD OF ACCOMPLISHMENT ON YOUR BEHALF

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Promoted the benefits of Seaspan’s shipyard for a $3.3 billion contract with the Federal Government; supported a proposal for investment in the Catalyst pulp mill; worked tirelessly to push for the inclusion of BC Tourism recommendations in the Federal Budget; developed a plan with initial funding to create a Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Pacific Salmon at the West Vancouver Fisheries and Oceans laboratory.

Combating Crystal Meth & Ecstasy; combating obesity and rising healthcare costs. Three more bills are in process: dealing with abandoned vessels; combating misuse of prescription drugs; and supporting addiction recovery.

Flies Economy regularly and carefully manages office resources.

Supported Conservative MP Michael Chong’s efforts to reform Canada’s democracy; stood with 11 other Conservative MP’s in favour of an individual MP’s right to speak in Parliament. The Conservative Party has more free votes than any other political party.

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2 PROMOTING OUR FISHERIES & ENVIRONMENT

Successfully advocated for over $4 million of federal investment in the Fisheries and Oceans laboratory in West Vancouver and the Pacific Salmon Foundation.

3 INTEGRITY

Refused to support the Sliammon Treaty as it placed Sliammon law above Canadian law; supported an Opposition Bill on abandoned vessels.

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Working with representatives of over 50 unique community sectors in our riding.

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Passed the Crystal Meth and Ecstasy Bill; key supporter of the Recovery Movement.

6 WELCOMING FEDERAL 9 FIGHTING FOR HUMAN 12 TAKING LEADERSHIP IN INVESTMENT

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“Pamela GoldsmithJones has always made a genuine relationship with the local First Nations since being Mayor of West Vancouver and has gone further to enhance her education with a Masters in Business Administration for Aboriginal Business & Leadership. Relationship building and inclusion of Aboriginal people in projects and policies are priority for her. Aboriginal Peoples Commission for BC have always been involved in events, meetings and consideration prior to becoming a candidate. I whole heartedly endorse Pamela as a candidate for the Federal Liberal Party and wish her success on October 19, 2015.” Sheryl Fisher - EMBA-ABL, BC President for Aboriginal Peoples Commission

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“I am voting for Pam GoldsmithJones because she was a terrific Mayor. I got to see how much she cares about the community of where she lives. I love her commitment to whatever she puts her mind to. I think we would be very, very lucky to have her be my MP or your MP. Doug Coupland - Artist, Recipient of Order of Canada

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