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Four running for Gibsons Mayor There are now four candidates for mayor in Gibsons following the withdrawal of Councillor Silas White, who was on track to be acclaimed mayor.

White withdrew from the race Sept. 18, citing personal and health reasons. He said his doctor recommended “a complete break” after a July 1st cycling accident that left him with a concussion.

“My first mistake was in not heeding this advice and trying to carry on which

only caused my condition to worsen and has led to a compounding series of problems and poor judgement,” White said in a statement. “I now know that for the good of myself, my family and the Town, I must turn this course around by following the medical advice to concentrate on healing – and as privately as possible, not as your mayor.”

Two Gibsons residents filed nominations – Bill Beamish, who had been going to run for councillor, and

Blake MacLeod – and were interviewed by the Local.

Then, before the Sept. 24 deadline, two West Howe Sound residents were nominated for Gibsons mayor: William Moysey and Leslie Thomson. (You have to live in Gibsons to vote for council, but you do not have to live in the town to run for council.)

These mayoral nominations will not be official until Sept. 28.

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Beamish would improve communication Bill Beamish wants to be Gibsons mayor after a working life that included advising mayors.

Beamish was the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for the Town of Gibsons from 2002-2007 and – on two occasions – worked as an interim CAO for Sechelt.

“Change is happening, particularly around the size and magnitude of development, and with change, we need excellent communication, meaningful consultation and I don’t think this has always been done,” Beamish said in an interview. “I’d like to work with council and communities to look at how we can remove barriers to communication around important issues, especially around growth and development.” As an example, Beamish highlighted the O’Shea/ Oceanmount Community Association that he believes, “was being left out of the conversations.” As a remedy and to improve communication, Beamish said he would like to see a designated “council-

lor to liaise with local community associations, similar to what Sechelt does.”

With respect to The George Hotel, Beamish said, “my understanding is the permit has been issued” and that it will not come back to council. He added: “We will need to ensure oversight on the project, make sure it is being developed in accordance with the regulations; it’s in a sensitive area, and we need to make sure it’s being built as designed and doesn’t have ‘scope-creep’ as it gets developed.”

With this election period, Beamish believes there is “potential for significant change, and with that change, I think we will need to retain as much experience as possible to help support the new people. There are not many incumbents, and as mayor I would take the role of director (at the SCRD), at least for the first year.”

Beamish said all of the council members will likely have pet projects, and some of the projects that he is par-

a group that helped retain the Little Mountain low-income housing project. “Collectively we succeeded in negotiating with the developers and keeping the affordable housing units for low-income families.” MacLeod also sat on the advisory council for the Cambie Corridor Development initiative, a group established by the City of Vancouver in conjunction with the Canada Line.

“The most critical issue on the Coast is the shortage of housing, and this doesn’t encourage people to come here to work and support the local economy,” MacLeod said. He would look more closely at the affordable housing issue in Gibsons and see if changes to zoning, “without compromising community plans,” could help with supply. “If we can change zoning and help encourage developers to build rental units and increase existing housing stock through ideas like ‘victory suites’, I believe we can accomplish having more affordable housing on the Coast.”

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Bill Beamish was campaigning for a position as councillor, but switched to running for mayor when Silas White withdrew. PHOTO SUBMITTED ticularly interested in include having student representation on council, a fenced offleash dog park, and to work with council to update some of the zoning by-laws, bringing them in line with the Official Community Plan. Beamish added that he would also like to look at the Town’s relationship with the Squamish nation, perhaps selecting one person or councillor to liaise with the Squamish nation on an ongoing basis. Cari Miller

MacLeod would bring “dynamism” to job Blake MacLeod, a semi-retired builder, has lived in Gibsons for only two years, but feels he is ready to be mayor.

MacLeod said in an interview that he sees Gibsons as a unique coastal community undergoing a “demographic change and slowly switching from a resource-based economy to a more rural-urban economy with an influx of younger people bringing their dreams and aspirations.

I see a dynamism and enthusiasm happening here, and that’s what I would bring to the mayor’s job.”

MacLeod said he has built ties in the community through volunteering with Sunshine Coast Association for Community Living (SCACL), the Gibsons Public Market, and for many local events, including the Tough Kegger and the Sunshine Coast Roller Girls.

When asked about his previous experience with local government, MacLeod cited his “volunteer work with the City of Vancouver as a member of the Riley Park, South Cambie Community Visions,”

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Blake McLeod, who describes himself as a social activist, jumped into the race for Gibsons mayor after Silas White withdrew. PHOTO SUBMITTED George Hotel, MacLeod said, “community pushback on the George is a good example of the importance of citizen engagement…There is going to be anger for years to come, it will be a process in the community to heal the wounds, but I believe after this last legal challenge, the community will look towards the future and recognize that it is a reality, that it’s coming, and we will move forward together, more positively.” Cari Miller

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Editorial Opinion

Candidates need focus As we approach municipal elections, it’s essential that electoral candidates, as well as voters, build a better understanding of both service delivery and responsibilities within the context of the broader government system.

Last week we established a collective understanding of the purpose of local government to deliver services that provide a foundation for the health, well-being, and economic prosperity of our communities. Dependable services such as water, sewer, transportation networks, attractive public spaces, fire halls, recycling and garbage pickup, and recreation amenities exist to provide basic necessities of life, which we rely on every day. Even though it may seldom enter our stream of consciousness, I am sure you are as much an unbeknownst fan of water and sewer as I am. So, as we approach the election, why does it matter that candidates and voters focus on these fundamental services, therefore, allowing local government to do what it does best?

Imagine asking your doctor to cut your hair. Or your accountant to clean your teeth. Surely, they would refuse since that is not where their skill, training, and responsibility lies – and we would not assume it. Why is it that during elections, local governments are asked to tackle a broad range of problems far beyond their scope and expertise? Pipelines, poverty reduction, housing, food security, childcare, and school closures are all critical social issues and important community concerns but tend to highly distract from the real work of local government.

If resources were unlimited, there would be no problem.

However, with ageing water and sewer pipes, deteriorating roads, and depreciating buildings, it begs the question: What is the risk of local government squandering its limited resources outside its mandate? What will the future look like if we continue along this trajectory?

Leadership is about knowing what you are responsible for. Now is the time to elect leaders who are willing to accept their stewardship responsibility as custodians of the future. It is always easier to forget about the invisible pipes under the ground and to focus on the visible challenges plaguing our communities, because water and sewer ain’t sexy ‘til it ain’t working. The late Steve Jobs said: “What you say no to is just as important as what you say yes to.” The province does not fix potholes on municipal roads, but they are responsible for housing, healthcare, and education. The federal government does not operate pools, but they are responsible for industry regulations and national defence. The community is wellserved when their elected officials focus on what they’re elected to do, not distracted by what other levels of government are doing.

With this in mind, join me next week as we dive into what your elected officials are actually elected to do, and explore their roles versus the roles of staff.

Christina Benty

Christina Benty, is a retired politician and the owner of Strategic Leadership Solutions, a consulting firm designed to assist teams in building a culture of excellence in leadership

and governance. As former Mayor for the Town of Golden with 12 years experience in local government, she is passionate about sound governance, leadership development, organizational culture, community engagement and asset management.

Benty will be providing the Local with a series of six editorials designed to assist voters in deciding which candidates to support in the local elections Oct. 20.

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Letters to the Editor – Opinions Pettiness & criticism Thanks to Mayor Milne and Councillor Siegers for putting forward detailed platforms regarding their campaigns for mayor of Sechelt.

In her Sept. 20 advertisement Ms. Siegers contrasts herself from those “bogged down in pettiness and fighting and criticism” saying “that’s not how I operate”. I was glad to read that until I noted at the bottom “Authorized by Geoff White-Financial Agent”. Talk about pettiness, fighting and criticism.

I do not know Mr. White but I have endured his constant letters to the editor critical of the current council since the last election. This is the council that had to restore financial regularity and procedural fairness after the Henderson debacle. Where were Ms. Siegers’ principles in that previous tumultuous era?

Sheila Page, Sechelt

Thanks, George

It is amazing that two of Sechelt’s candidates for mayor have suddenly put water at the top of their agenda.

One who relates to a heron and did nothing during his term on the SCRD, and one who spent seven years on council and did nothing on the water situation, have suddenly seen the light.

I think the residents of Sechelt and surrounding areas have George Goudie to thank if the next mayor

Susan Attiana

actually does something regarding our water supply.

It would be refreshing to see a new mayor. However, it is worth noting that some of our dead wood have finally seen the light. Thank you, George.

Brian Hulme, Sechelt.

George’s pick

At the eleventh hour, Bruce has seen the light. He states that water is the number one issue. DUH! It has always been the number one issue. Milne has had three kicks at the can and what has he done?

He has wasted his time and the taxpayers’ money doing study after study, because he was either unwilling or unable to promote a discussion on water. He has tried to shove water meters down our throats and given us too many Stage 4s.

Bruce, we the voters gave you the Trudeau salute on your water meters and only now you say that you will fix our water problems. It is a shame that you cannot run on your own record.

But, there is a new kid in town: Allan Holt. He will bring water from Clowhom Lake. His signs say, “Vote Water, Vote Allan Holt Mayor”.

It is my belief that if you do not vote for Allan Holt, then you do not have the right to complain about Stage 4 restrictions and water meters.

George Goudie, Sechelt

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Public inquiry needed (Addressed to Sechelt council and copied to the Local) The District of Sechelt has been playing the “victim card” long enough and has been misleading the public regarding their role in the problems and issues associated with the Seawatch development. In addition, the mayor has tried to come across as a “generous” leader and suggest that we launch a class-action lawsuit when he knew this was not a viable option for the residents of Seawatch. Did you know that the District’s insurers met with us and proclaimed that they typically settle cases such as these for 10 cents on the dollar? Is this how publicly elected officials should represent their citizens, whose lives and property they were elected to protect? Who are the real victims here?

We should not have to endure this financial and emotional burden. We, and hopefully the community expect the District to do the right thing – start telling the truth about what has happened in Seawatch and protect us from their mistakes.

What were the Council discussions that took place about Seawatch during the “in-camera” sessions. We ask the community to rise up and ask questions, demand justice and seek the truth through a formal public inquiry into the conduct of

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this municipality. Only such public inquiry can provide answers to the review and approval of this development on known hazardous lands and the way in which the district has conducted itself since.

Rod Goy, Sechelt

Better is possible

For people concerned that changing our voting system will give fringe parties too much influence, look at what our current winner-take-allsystem gave Ontario: Doug Ford.

Had Ontario had a proportional system, he would have to consult; instead his false majority allows him to rashly invoke the notwithstanding clause to get his way on gerrymandering Toronto council size in the midst of a municipal election.

Our voting system delivers fairness only by chance.

Should we think democracy is a lottery?

No voting system is perfect, but better is possible.

Linda Hoechstetter, Roberts Creek

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Milne is “good for the economy” More than 100 people turned out for Bruce Milne’s Sept. 18 launch of his bid for re-election as Sechelt mayor, and heard that he has “been good for the economy.”

Milne said his leadership resulted in a steady increase in business and development permits, which he says, “proves that I’m not a do-nothing mayor” as his critics have charged. “Business thrives when government is managed well,” Milne said, adding “the economy is hot, and so am I.” The event at the Seaside Centre also featured musician Janet Panic; she provided music at the opening and through the evening, between bouts of politicking.

“Water is the central issue of the 2018 election,” Milne said, adding that council, under his leadership, had been “pushing storage and supply” and the “rural directors connected to the Chapman water system voted consistently against moving forward” on motions involving water storage and supply. Milne said the

rationale for a water reservoir was clear adding, “as soon as we have viable water storage, we won’t get to Stage 4.”

Councillor Doug Wright was at the launch supporting Milne’s campaign and water reservoir goals saying, “we

know what the solution is, we just need to implement it.”

Councillor Alice Lutes, also there supporting Milne, added, “there’s water out there, we just need to collect it; it’s time for a reservoir.”

Cari Miller

October 1 Environmental issues all-candidates forum for Sechelt and SCRD areas A and B, shíshálh Band Hall, 6-8pm

October 2 Sechelt all-candidates meeting on housing, sponsored by SC Community Services, Sechelt Indian

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All-candidates meetings September 27 Sechelt all-candidates meeting in which young voters talk to them, Chatelech Secondary, Sechelt, 7:30pm

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October 4 Gibsons all-candidates meeting on housing, sponsored by SC Community Services, Gibsons Public Market, 6-8pm October 5 Coffee and candidates, informal meeting with Sechelt council candidates, Sechelt Library, 6-8pm

October 9 All-candidates meeting, presented by Gibsons Chamber of Commerce, Elphinstone Secondary, 6-8:30pm

October 10 Environmental issues all-candidates meeting for Gibsons and SCRD areas D, E and F, Gibsons Public Market, 6-8pm October 11 All-candidates forum, presented by Sechelt Chamber of Commerce, Chatelech Secondary, 6-9pm

October 11 All-candidates forum, presented by Roberts Creek Community Association, Roberts Creek Hall, 7pm

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There are ‘graffiti walls’ posted in coffee shops and public spaces all over the community that will remain up until the end of October.

Citizens are encouraged to write down a few words on the wall about what they love about Sechelt or even Sechelt has amazing

beaches, views and trails, outstanding arts and culture community, a huge variety of land and water recreational opportunities and warm friendly people.

The District would like to know what else citizens love about the community. Goal number five in the 2015-2018 Strategic Plan is “Building Sechelt’s identity: To articulate what Sechelt’s identity is based on the community’s people, history, culture and environment.” Artic-

ulating Sechelt’s identity can increase pride in our community and we can highlight that in promoting the community to tourists, new residents and investors.

Julie Rogers, communications manager stated, “This will be a fun project to encourage citizens to talk about the things we love about our community. We will use their opinions to create a tag line and brand to use in tourism and economic development marketing materials.” Submitted

The Sunshine Coast Healthcare Auxiliary Thrift Store, staffed by volunteers, generates about $450,000 a year which is donated to support the Sechelt Hospital and other healthcare services on the Coast.

We rely on the generosity of the coast community to donate gently used clothing and small household items

for us to sell at great prices.

However, we are overwhelmed by the volume of donations.

Unfortunately, some of the donated items are unsaleable but still have to be sorted. Too often over this summer, we have had to put out the “No Donations” sign as we have limited space.

This is frustrating to our community and stressful for

our volunteers when people arrive with donations only to be turned away.

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According to a press release the list “highlights the achievements of BC’s young entrepreneurs, executives and professionals who have demonstrated excellence in business, judgement, leadership and community contribution.” DesRosiers, who is 37, said the honour came after years of hard work, risk-taking and long hours, which he says isn’t “really work when you love what

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Although DesRosiers divides his time between the Coast and Vancouver, Gibsons is home and Beachcomber is a family business with his wife, and sometimes kids, helping out. He adds that “success in my home town was really important to me.”

Adding, “I took a risk and it worked out.” DesRosiers attributes the smooth running of Beachcomber Coffee to the awesome manager and staff that he works with saying, “finding and retaining good people isn’t hard, you just have to treat them well, build a culture, keep it fun and pay them fairly.”

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DesRosiers is about as local as they come having attended Gibsons Elementary and graduating from Elphinstone Secondary in 1998, with Coastal ties going back a couple of generations. Following high school, DesRosiers went to BCIT for its “network specialist” program.

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Aligning personal values with �inances Community Futures Sunshine Coast is pleased to host author and impact investor Joel Solomon Oct. 4 at Chatelech Secondary in Sechelt at 7pm.

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On Sept. 18, a Coast resident reported a fraud after discovering a large sum of money had been transferred from this bank account via e-transfers.

The resident advised he also received a strange call from a male purporting to be a pharmacist in the Lower Mainland advising that his prescription was ready. When the resident told the “pharmacist” that he had no such prescription, the “pharmacist” asked the resident to clarify his date of birth and middle initial. The file is still under investigation.

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

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Clean Money Revolution: Reinventing Power, Purpose and Capitalism”, challenges us to step beyond shopping locally, and embrace the power of investing locally into our business start-ups, social enterprises and systems that will ensure a prosperous future on the Sunshine Coast.

During the evening, Joel will share highlights from his life, including how he made the decision not to follow in the footsteps of his family’s shopping mall business, and to instead explore how his good fortune might be used to align with his own personal values.

Joel will offer inspiration during the evening to attendees – challenging us to think about personal wealth,

philanthropy and business leadership from a multitude of perspectives that aim to achieve a cleaner, greener and more just society for generations to come.

Four years ago, Community Futures Sunshine Coast, Sunshine Coast Credit Union and Powell River Investment Corporation created an impact investing joint venture called Rhiza Capital. During the evening, attendees will also hear from Rhiza Capital’s CEO Brian Smith, who will share how this local start-up is getting returns to its investors and community.

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An Update on BC Ferries’ Langdale Terminal Redevelopment Plan Hello Sunshine Coast Residents, I’d like to thank the more than 240 community members that came out to our engagement sessions earlier this month. These sessions provide us with an opportunity to update the community on project progress and answer any questions community members have. We will be issuing a report on these events in the next few weeks. You can view the materials we showed at our engagement sessions on the Langdale project webpage at bcferries.com/about/terminal-development-planning.

For those who were unable to attend, I provide a brief update on the project below. In addition, I am pleased to highlight a joint project our Langdale Terminal Operations staff has been working on with Transportation Choices – Sunshine Coast (TraC). The terminal development engagement process helped advance conversations and bring the project over the finish line. We are proud to support this community initiative.

Overhead Walkway Project We presented the overhead walkway design to the community at our recent engagement sessions. The walkway design is nearly complete; however, we have pushed the schedule for construction out to give us time to explore the most cost-effective way to implement this important piece of terminal infrastructure. We remain committed to getting the walkway in use as quickly, and cost-effectively, as possible. I will provide you with an update on the time line in the coming months.

We know that accessibility of the walkway is a key concern for residents, so we are working with a Universal Design Consultant to ensure the walkway achieves the highest Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification.

Upland Redevelopment Project Progress continues on the uplands development portion of the project, with the ongoing development of terminal building concepts. These concepts range from complete terminal building construction, to upgrading existing terminal assets, and phasing new building construction to achieve cost savings. You can expect to see more engagement on the upland redevelopment project in 2019.

Working Together to Improve Active Transportation on the Sunshine Coast Our Langdale Terminal Operations team has been working with Transportation Choices – Sunshine Coast (TraC) to support the new Sunshine Coast Bike Route (SCBR) with the installation of important signage at our Langdale terminal. The SCBR will be a provinciallydesignated bike route connecting Langdale to Earls Cove. Together, TraC and BC Ferries are planning to install a SCBR map in the terminal to help visiting cyclists understand the route options and possible destinations along the Route. BC Ferries assisted by providing space for the sign, funding for the sign’s foundations, and labour for installation.

TraC has been working hard with local governments, the Province, and community groups to advance the Route, and recently launched their SCBR app to provide easy access to Route information. We applaud TraC for their continued efforts at advancing active transportation in the community and are proud to support the SCBR initiative.

As always, if you have any specific questions about the Langdale terminal project, please email me directly at michael.pearson@bcferries.com. You can also visit the Langdale project page for updates any time at bcferries.com/about/terminal-development-planning.

Thank you, Mike Senior Project Manager BC Ferries

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Sellers can also expect to see lowball offers in current market conditions.

If you are selling your home and receive an insultingly low offer, what strategy can be used for dealing with low-ballers?

Your first instinct may be to dismiss the offer but my advice is to work every offer you receive, especially in a balanced or down market.

When the market slows, buyers can evaporate so try hard to negotiate that offer up to where you want it to be.

In the past, I’ve suggested that my client counter with a price that’s slightly lower than list. If the buyer comes back with a new offer that’s substantially higher than the original, you may be able to make a deal. However, if you get another low-ball offer, it’s likely the buyer is wasting your time.

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My preferred strategy flips this concept on its head. I recommend that my sellers price their property so it’s a slightly better value than other properties in that same range. It’s counterintuitive but by pricing your home lower, you can end up with more demand, more competition, and the best price possible for your property.

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Jane Bowers Professional Trainer

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Several studies now show that dogs learn faster, and that training is much more effective when dogs are taught with rewards rather than with aversive training.

Aversive training methods use punishment of some sort in training (hitting, alpha rolls, forced down-stays, spray bottles).

A group led by Simon Prins, is training police and military dogs in the Netherlands by rewarding desired behaviors and removing rewards for unwanted behavior. They report that they have cut their training time down to one-eighth of the time it originally took and that dogs trained this way handle new situations confidently as they are not afraid to try things.

A one-year study based on detailed surveys with owners of dogs was done by Meghan Heron and colleagues at the University of Pennsylvania.

Researchers found that the use of punishing techniques when training dogs tended to increase aggression in the animals substantially.

Rewarding behaviours we want from a dog make the dog more likely to repeat

WHEN: Tuesday, October 2, 2018 at 5:30 p.m.

WHERE: Council Chambers, 474 S. Fletcher Road, Gibsons B.C. WHAT: Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1065-46, 2018

The Town proposes to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 1065, 2007 to prohibit cannabis stores and cannabis consumption lounges in all zones.

A tasty pile of dog treats. Training dogs with treats, rather than punishment, has been found to be more effective. JANE BOWERS PHOTO

those behaviours. Food is an obvious choice as a reward for dogs, but play is also a great reward for dogs. Dogs whose owners play with them have been found to score higher in obedience tests than those whose owners do not play with them.

Play is associated with a reduction in the stress hormone “cortisol”. Playtime with a favourite dog friend is also rewarding. Some dogs find petting and praise very rewarding.

Food rewards should be something the dog really likes (generally dehydrated meats) and should be about the size of a pea. To get the most out of play, keep things

positive. Train for just a few minutes at a time and give the dog plenty of breaks. Use humane equipment like flat collars and well-fitting harnesses that do not hurt the dog and long lines to keep the dog safe if you have to train or play in an unfenced area. Avoid using pet-sitters or facilities where aversive methods are used on the dogs.

Dogs who are trained with rewards tend to have more confidence when learning new things and offer behaviors more willingly than those who have been punished. This results in faster learning and a happy dog who is trained more quickly.

Gibsons United Church held its annual blessing of the pets at Gibsons Public Market Sept. 23. Here, Rev. Terri Scallon cradles a small dog.

Some cats were said to be upset about being outnumbered by the dogs. But the humans had fun, particularly some seniors who are no longer allowed pets in their living accommodation. And for the first time, the blessings were extended to the sea creatures on the marine education centre in the public market. JOYCE GWILLIAM PHOTO

Education Matters Pammila Ruth Trustee, School District #46 School Board

September marks the beginning of the school year and with it the hustle and bustle throughout the district. We are now full-on into fall, and school routines have become the norm.

Our graduating class of 2019 is chomping at the bit to stretch their wings with their new-found freedoms and responsibilities. They are learning about the world outside of the classrooms and hallways. In their journey over the years they have learned much more than the “3Rs”.

It’s wonderful to see how our students are not only taking their future world into

their own hands, working on energy saving techniques such as solar panels, reducing heat in the classrooms and things as simple as shutting off appliances not being used, they are also leading by example. Many of our students are taking the reins and we are listening.

The new curriculum is encouraging experiential-based learning, hands-on learning and our students are embracing this with vigor. Mind you, this could easily be a case of which came first, the chicken or the egg. Some of these activities have been carried on into the core of our schools.

Hands-on, teachable projects that show a sustainable future, a better world.

One of the most recent student-initiated projects showed this first-hand. See our Facebook page (School

District No. 46 (Sunshine Coast)) for the story about the rainbow crosswalk painted at Chatelech Senior Secondary. This was a student led, staff supported initiative of the SAGA (Sexual and Gender Acceptance) Group, showing all students, staff and our community that inclusiveness and equality are a part of that vision for a better world.

Our kindergarteners, coming in fresh, are also discovering new found freedom and responsibilities. By now any home sickness has waned, and they are getting comfortable with the daily ins and outs of the school system.

New friends are being made, barriers are being broken and confidences are being built. Their insatiable curiosity has no bounds...and they too are listening.

Pursuant to Sections 464 and 466 of the Local Government Act, R.S.B.C. 2015: Please take notice that a Public Hearing will be held to consider the amendment to Zoning Bylaw No. 1065, 2007.

More information on this bylaw and associated documents may be viewed at Town Hall between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday except statutory holidays.

Have your say: You can present your comments before the Public Hearing or in person at the Public Hearing.

Before the Public Hearing written comments may be submitted to the Director of Planning prior to noon on the day of the Public Hearing in one of the following ways: Email: Regular Mail: In Person: Fax:

Planning@gibsons.ca PO Box 340, Gibsons, BC V0N 1V0 Town Hall, 474 South Fletcher Road, Gibsons 604-886-9735

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Students chose four workshops to attend throughout the day in the areas of sports hall of fame, track & field, high intensity interval training, healthy snacks, pilates, self-defence, volleyball, dance, and counselling hosted by professional facilitators.

The afternoon continued with a moving speech from Betty Baxter, SD46 Trustee and Volleyball Olympian, who shared her experiences and how a love of one’s own body and its possibilities can make all the difference in a

On Sept. 20, more than 70 Sunshine Coast residents participated in a community dialogue on housing at Roberts Creek Hall as part of the local government and housing series to ensure housing on the Coast is addressed in this year’s municipal elections.

The event hosted by Sunshine Coast Community Services, Sunshine Coast Community Foundation, Sunshine Coast Affordable Housing Society, One Straw Society and Gibsons Public Market, in partnership with Vancouver Coastal Health, brought members of the community together to discuss housing issues in their neighborhood

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The day ended with a leadership activity and working with quotes from the book “Strong is the New Pretty,” by Katy T. Parker. A copy of the book will be given to each of the girls’ school libraries.

Organizer, Elementary Sports Committee member and teacher, Lisa Allen stated, “This event was an opportunity for the students to be able to work alongside some exceptional athletes and leaders and not only learn from them, but gain inspiration as well, so they can continue on their own paths as athletes and leaders.”

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and develop questions to be asked at upcoming all candidates meetings.

The main theme that emerged from the community discussions centered on zoning, education about housing and how to encourage developers to create diverse and affordable housing. Some key questions developed for candidates during the election process included: what role does innovation play in solving the housing crisis?; whose job is it to provide affordable housing?; are you willing to work together with the other local governments?; does the Dis-

trict of Sechelt have a land acquisition plan?; and would you pursue provincial crown land contributions?

Next week, the local government and housing series will hold two all-candidates meetings with a focus on housing in Sechelt and Gibsons. The District of Sechelt all-candidates meeting will be at the Sechelt Indian Band Hall on Tuesday, Oct. 2 from 6pm to 8pm. The Town of Gibsons all-candidates meeting will be held on Thursday, Oct. 4 from 6pm to 8pm at the Gibsons Public Market.

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Participants take part in a meeting at Roberts Creek Hall Sept.

20 to make sure housing is addressed in the local elections.

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Older women poor, lonely According to a survey of older women living on the Sunshine Coast, half of the 230 female participants aged 50 years and older, said they did not have enough money to live on and 40 per cent said they either had mobility and/or chronic health issues.

And 40 per cent said their housing was not safe, either because of an unsafe partner or due to infrastructure in the house.

Considering that women over 50 years of age make up 30 per cent of all Sunshine Coast residents according to the 2016 census data, this survey sheds light on a significant issue facing the Coast.

The report called “Sharing the Findings: Hidden Homelessness”, produced by Sunshine Coast Community Services, said older women on the Coast may face ageism, where they can be overlooked for jobs because

of their age. Ageism may compound already precarious living situations for older women wanting to leave an abusive relationship, or those who have lost their spouse, by making employment more difficult.

And almost 40 per cent of the women surveyed said they faced isolation in our community. One participant said, “It is desperate out there. At age 51, I feel stranded, isolated and on the brink of having no shelter.

I’ve worked my entire life but qualify for no assistance. It’s frightening.”

The report encourages Coast residents to reach out to our elder women and challenge ageism when they can. The report also asks us to consider services that target this age group and that support affordable and transition housing for this demographic. Cari Miller

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Celebrating diversity in the workplace Every September, the Province of BC calls on its communities to come together and celebrate people with disabilities in the workforce and the inclusive employers who support them. To help the community on the Sunshine Coast celebrate, Open Door Group WorkBC has organized an employer recognition event.

BC has a wonderfully diverse population, and employers are beginning to realize that hiring people with disabilities doesn’t add to

the workload like they once thought. There are many supportive organizations to help with adaptive technologies and inclusive employers strongly believe that diversity makes their organizations stronger and the work environment more enjoyable.

Open Door Group WorkBC wants to recognize these local employers. On Friday Sept. 28 at 1pm, the Gibsons WorkBC Centre is hosting an event to recognize inclusive employers on the Sunshine

Coast for their work in helping those with diverse abilities find their fit in the work-

force. This is a free event, all are welcome to attend at #89900 Gibsons Way. Submitted

On Sunday Sept. 16, at 10:55 pm, Sunshine Coast RCMP responded to a report of a single vehicle collision in the 1200 block of Gower Point Road, in Gibsons. Sunshine Coast RCMP, BC Ambulance Service and Gibsons Volunteer Fire Department responded to the call. The

vehicle had gone off road and down an embankment. Three occupants in the vehicle were transported to Sechelt Hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries. Alcohol is suspected as a contributing factor and the matter is still under investigation.

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Off the road

Hiking in 2019?

Backcountry enthusiasts soon can make reservations for two popular adventures in BC parks – the world-renowned Berg Lake Trail and Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit.

Beginning at 7am (Pacific time) on Oct. 1, 2018, hikers wanting to explore the scenic trail in Mount Robson Provincial Park or paddle the canoe circuit in Bowron Lake Provincial Park can reserve a spot for the 2019 season through

Discover Camping.

The Berg Lake Trail is open year-round and can be reserved from June 12 to Sept. 30.

The Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit can be reserved from May 15 to Sept. 23.

Reservations for long weekends fill up fast for both adventures. Visitors need to be well prepared and self-sufficient due to the limited facilities in wilderness areas.

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DISTRICT OF SECHELT NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the District of Sechelt that an election by voting is necessary to elect one (1) Mayor, and six (6) Councillors, and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:

MAYOR – One (1) to be elected Surname

Usual Names

Residential Address

HOLT MILNE SIEGERS

Allan Bruce Darnelda

9341 Truman Road, Halfmoon Bay, BC 5135 Davis Bay Road, Sechelt, BC 5183 Sunshine Coast Highway, Sechelt, BC

COUNCILLOR – Six (6) to be elected Surname

Usual Names

Residential Address

GILLIS INKSTER KUESTER LAMB LOBB LUTES McLEAN PERPET ROWE SCOTT SHANKS TOTH WRIGHT

Jacqueline Darren Janice Thomas Tony (Tomorrow’s Sechelt) Alice Matt Lennea Brenda Eric Mike Alton (Tomorrow’s Sechelt) Doug

6751 Seaview Lane, Sechelt, BC 6326 Picadilly Place, BC 7110 Dale Road, Sechelt, BC 5917 Sunshine Coast Highway, Sechelt, BC 5930 Shoal Way, Sechelt, BC #6 – 5740 Marine Way, Sechelt, BC 4874 Bluegrouse Drive, Sechelt, BC 4512 Hupit Street, Sechelt, BC 6479 Norvan Road, Sechelt, BC 5336 Stamford Place, Sechelt, BC #9 – 4116 Browning Road, Sechelt, BC 6146 Stockwell Road, Sechelt, BC 4951 Laurel Avenue, Sechelt, BC

VOTING DATES AND LOCATIONS GENERAL VOTING will be open to qualified electors of the District of Sechelt on: Saturday, October 20, 2018 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the following locations: Voting Location

Address

1. Sechelt Royal Canadian Legion 2. Davis Bay Elementary School 3. West Sechelt Elementary School

5591 Wharf Avenue 5078 Davis Bay Road 5609 Mason Road

ADVANCE VOTING will be available to qualified electors as follows: Wednesday, October 10, 2018 or Tuesday, October 16, 2018 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Library/Municipal Hall Building, First Floor, 5797 Cowrie Street A SPECIAL VOTING OPPORTUNITY will be available to qualified electors who are residents, patients or staff of the following facilities at the time of voting: • Totem Lodge 5544 Sunshine Coast Highway, • Shorncliffe Residential Care Facility 5847 Medusa Street • Sechelt / shíshálh Hospital 5544 Sunshine Coast Highway Information about dates and times for each location will be advertised separately.

ELECTOR REGISTRATION There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of all electors for this election will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements: • • • •

18 years of age or older on general voting day Canadian citizen resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration resident of OR registered owner of real property in the District of Sechelt for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration, and • not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law.

Resident electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity.

Non-resident property electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if there is more than one owner of the property, written consent from the majority of the property owners.

MAIL BALLOT VOTING Qualified electors may vote by mail if they: • have a physical disability, illness or injury that affects their ability to vote at another voting opportunity, OR • expect to be absent from the District of Sechelt on general voting day and at the times of all advance voting opportunities.

REQUESTING A MAIL BALLOT PACKAGE: Before 4:00 pm on Thursday, October 18, 2018 you must submit the following information to the District of Sechelt office by mail (PO Box 129, Second Floor, 5797 Cowrie Street, Sechelt, BC V0N 3A0), telephone (604-885-1986), fax (604-885-7591) or email (elections@sechelt.ca): (1) Full name, (2) Residential address, (3) Address of the property in relation to which you are voting (for non-resident property electors), (4) Method of delivery of your mail ballot package: • pick up at District office, OR • regular letter mail through Canada Post to residential address, OR • regular letter mail through Canada Post to an alternate address that you provide when requesting the ballot package, and (5) If you are not on the list of electors, to ensure you receive the correct registration application form in your package, you must indicate whether you are going to be registering as a resident or non-resident property elector.

The District will send out mail ballot packages commencing on or about October 1st, 2018. To be counted, your mail ballot must be received by the Chief Election Officer no later than 8:00 pm on Saturday, October 20, 2018.

For more information about Sechelt 2018 Elections, please visit www.sechelt.ca or contact: Jo-Anne Frank, Chief Election Officer 604-885-1986 jfrank@sechelt.ca Breanne Ostrosky, Deputy Chief Election Office 604-885-1986 – bostrosky@sechelt.ca

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Events on the Sunshine Coast September 27 Supportive cancer care workshop, for patients and loved ones, Gibsons Public Library, 10:30am-3:30pm, pre-registration required 604-734-7125 September 27 Death Cafe, a safe space to talk about any aspect of death, Sechelt Library, 10:30am-noon September 27 Orange shirt day ceremony, shíshálh residential school monument, Sechelt, 11am September 27 Sechelt all-candidates meeting in which young voters talk to them, Chatelech Secondary, Sechelt, 7:30pm September 27 Community clothing swap, The Kube, Gibsons, 6-9pm, 604-9899677 September 28 Digital arts lab for kids on a pro-d day, Kinsmen Hall, Dougall Park, Gibsons, grades 4-7 9amnoon, Grades 5-8 1-4pm, $30, share-there.com September 28 Culture Days 90-minute guided public and murals tours of Sechelt, meet at Sechelt Library 11am and 1:30pm, free September 28 Open Door Group employer recognition event, #89-900 Gibsons Way, Gibsons, 1pm September 28 Talk and slideshow by Elizabeth Sebesta on the needs of Tanzanian grandmothers, Gibsons Public Library, 2:30pm September 28 Seven writers reading from their first chapters, Sechelt Library, 7pm, free, rsvp 604-885-3260 September 28 Zonolite, Lighthouse Pub, Sechelt, 9pm September 29 Clothing swap, hosted by Bellies & Babies and Parent Tot Drop-in, Seaside Centre, Sechelt, 10am-1pm September 29 Info session cohousing, Roberts Creek Cohousing, 10:15am12:30pm, free, preregistration required, share-there.com or 778-840-1529 September 29 Oktoberfest craft beer festival, presented by Sechelt Downtown Business Association, Cowrie Street, noon-6pm September 29 SC Quilters’ Guild meeting with “trunk show” by Martha Todd from Vancouver, Holy Family Parish Hall, West Sechelt, 9amnoon, guests $7 September 29 Curatorial tour of exhibit by glass artists, Gibsons Public Art Gallery, 1-2pm, free September 29 Repair Cafe, Sunnycrest Mall, Gibsons, 1-5pm, free September 29 Opening reception for exhibit by members of the SC Surface Design Assoc., Fibreworks, Madeira Park, 2-4pm September 29 Gala fundraiser and tribute to Wayne Rowe, Gibsons Public Market, 5:30pm reception, 6:30 dinner, $175 September 29 Pender Harbour Oktoberfest with beer, food and music, PH Community Hall, 6pm, $35

September 29 5th annual “Pesce” seafood tasting four-course dinner, Ruby Lake Resort, 6pm, $50, 604-8832269 September 29 Simon Paradis and friends, Backeddy Pub, Egmont, 6:30pm September 29 Rick Scott concert to celebrate 60th anniversary of SC Association for Community Living, Sechelt Legion, 7-10pm, $20 September 29 Dinner and dance, fundraiser for SC Tennis Club and foodbank, SC Golf & Country Club, Roberts Creek, 7-11pm, $75 and non-perishable food item September 29 Lost Avenue from Ireland, with Sinmobile and Skraeling, Roberts Creek Legion, 9pm, members $8, guests $15 September 29-30 Culture Days chance to watch rehearsal process for “The Nutcracker”, 5645 Wharf St., Sechelt, 10am-5pm September 30 7th annual 10K run to raise money for Halfmoon Bay Fire Department, meet at Firehall #2 on Fawn Rd., 10am September 30 Culture Days 90-minute guided public and murals tour of Sechelt, meet at Sechelt Library 1pm September 30 Meet the artists, Jennifer Goodwin and Eugenia Stephenson, Arts Centre, Sechelt, 1:302:30pm September 30 Katrina Bishop presents “odd songs”, Heritage Playhouse, 2pm, $20 September 30 Etienne Siew, Lighthouse Pub, Sechelt, 5-8pm October 1 Ayuko Inoue addresses the Pender Harbour Garden Club on elements of garden design, School of Music, Madeira Park, 1pm, $5 drop-in October 1 Environmental issues all-candidates forum for Sechelt and SCRD areas A and B, shíshálh Band Hall, 6-8pm October 1 SC Film Society presents “The Death of Stalin”, an irreverent satire about Russian politics, Heritage Playhouse, Gibsons, 7:30pm, members $5, non-members $9 October 2 Sechelt all-candidates meeting on housing, sponsored by SC Community Services, Sechelt Indian band hall, 6-8pm October 3 Matinee movie and conversation, “The Wind Rises” in Japanese with English subtitles, Gibsons Public Library, 4pm, free October 3 SC Credit Union community connection event, Raven’s Cry Theatre, Sechelt, 1-4:45pm October 4 Gibsons all-candidates meeting on housing, sponsored by SC Community Services, Gibsons Public Market, 6-8pm October 4 Fall fashion show, fundraiser for the food bank, St. Bart’s Church, Gibsons, 6pm, $25 and a non-perishable food item

ARTS & CULTURE

Art Review Anna Nobile Freelance Creative Writer, Arts & Culture

The Sechelt Arts Festival runs from October 5 to 21, celebrating its 15th anniversary with 15 days of performances, art exhibits, and workshops. This year’s theme is Home Grown, highlighting the people and talent of the Sunshine Coast. The Festival opens with SATIO, a “nouveau cirque” featuring acrobats, fools, puppeteers, dancers and musicians. Satio means sowing or planting in Latin, another tie-in with the homegrown theme. Accomplished local performer Gerardo Avila is the show’s writer and director. He is also a professional clown, mime and magician, and was a founding performer with Cirque du Soleil. He has a wealth of experience performing, writing, and directing circus-based shows in schools and in professional settings. His passion for clowning led him to earn a Masters in Literature degree from UBC where he studied commedia dell’arte and its influence in theatre.

So when Festival co-producers Diana Robertson and Ross Powell approached Avila to write and direct a circus show on the home-grown theme, he immediately recog-

Two members of the Kokoro Dance troupe, which will be part of the SATIO “nouveau cirque” performances Oct. 5 and 7 at the shíshálh Nation Longhouse. PAUL GIBBONS PHOTO nized the uniqueness of the project. “The idea is to involve as many performers from the Coast as we can: clowns, stilt walkers, musicians, dancers, kids,” he says, noting the performance itself will be held at the shíshálh Nation Longhouse. “Being able to use it is a great opportunity,” he says. “We have Taiko drummers from Roberts Creek and drummers from shíshálh Nation, and dancers.

We can work together and build new relationships.” The show’s theme is related to na-

ture and growing, but is also about ideas and the exchange of ideas. “Satio is about ideas that keep growing, like plants,” says Avila. “Spreading seeds, spreading ideas. You pass an idea to someone else, it grows.”

In addition, the arrangement of seats at the Longhouse – with seating on both sides of the building approximates that of a circus tent which has “seating in the round. We are building the show around that idea,” says Avila, noting that while that

may be more challenging, it also means everyone in the audience will have a slightly different perspective of the show. “It’s going to be an incredible experience of something totally new, once in a lifetime” says Avila. “It’s going to be magic.”

SATIO, with live music by the Rakish Angles and special guests Kokoro Dance, opens the Sechelt Arts Festival October 5 at 8pm, with a matinee Sunday, October 7 at 2pm.

Tickets are $30 at the door or $25 in advance at the Sechelt Visitor Centre or on the Festival website. The Festival also includes: Earth Art, a visual art exhibition, at the Seaside Centre October 12-21; Coasters Covering Coasters, on October 12, is a special concert featuring local musicians covering the music of local musicians; a series of “home grown” workshops include wine making, beer brewing, beeswax mask making, taiko drumming and butoh dancing; and much, much, more.

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In it, she will share the motivation that fuels her passion for storytelling.

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SCRD directors at the UBCM The Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) came together with other local governments at the Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) Convention in Whistler earlier this month to discuss a number of important local initiatives and community needs.

On Sept. 10, a meeting was held with Claire Trevena, the minister of transportation

and infrastructure (MoTI) and elected representatives from the SCRD, Regional District of Nanaimo, Cowichan Valley Regional District, Comox Valley Regional District, and qathet (Powell River) Regional District. The meeting was to discuss active transportation (infrastructure or corridors), specifically the current challenges with urban pressures in rural set-

tings such as amenities and infrastructure for pedestrians including paths, sidewalks, bikeways and trails within MoTI road allowances.

The meeting confirmed that the regional districts remain committed to continue to work collaboratively with the ministry staff to develop protocols for constructing and maintaining enhanced

More than 200 people turned out Sept. 22 to the third annual “All About Flight” event held by the Royal Canadian Air Cadets, 858 Skookumchuk Squadron (Sunshine Coast) at Sechelt airport. And five lucky young people aged 10-15 – seen here – won a raffle for a helicopter flight around the Coast. The air cadets meet every Wednesday at Davis Bay Elementary at 6:15, and is open to young men and women aged 12-18. PHOTO SUBMITTED

future active transportation infrastructure.

Working through the Association of Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities (AVICC) Special Committee on Solid Waste Management, the SCRD also met with the minister of environment and climate change strategy.

On Sept. 11, the Sunshine Coast Regional Hospital Board met with the minister of health to advocate for an increase in the number of residential long-term care (LTC) beds essential for the Sunshine Coast community.

“It is essential that the ministry plan for and support the needs of the aging population on the Sunshine Coast,” says Director Frank Mauro, chair of the Regional Hospital District Board. “Filling acute care beds with long term care patients is an ongoing concern.”

Elphinstone Director Lorne Lewis met with the minister of transportation and infrastructure to review highway safety issues.

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A stretch of newly-paved Wakefield Rd. in West Sechelt has been undermined by excessive runoff. This picture was taken Sept. 20, after heavy rains overwhelmed the culverts and ditches. The paving followed the installation of a new sewer line. AL JENKINS PHOTO

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Aquarius (Jan 20–Feb 19) A process of learning to see a bigger picture has begun, on time, of course. That is how destiny works. The question is: are you ready and willing to consciously participate.

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Pisces (Feb 20 – Mar 20) You have entered a mini cycle of change and transformation. Featured in it is a balance between long-cherished dreams coming true and work to be done. What is changing that you have longed for? Answering this question is important now so that you can acknowledge it and work consciously to cultivate new rhythms and patterns to adjust to its requirements.

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retreat, rest and reflect is a likely urge now. This may be understood as the early summons from your higher mind.

In other words, you will soon enter a longer cycle of some 18-months when learning to listen within will become a higher priority. It has been calling you to engage in some kind of healing process and this will deepen.

Sagittarius (Nov 22–Dec 21) It seems that you more than others have endured quite a lot of changes over the past several years, at least, both inner and outer.

You have perhaps been able to enjoy some reprieve more recently, but you will be challenged again before the year is out to ‘let go and let God’, again. In fact, this process has already begun. The good news is that as you do you will feel liberated.

Capricorn (Dec 22–Jan 19) A new round of exercising a deepened sense of responsibility has begun. This is a natural feature of your destiny. The challenge has been to let go of the past and determine a new and more realistic direction. This could be understood as a spiritual process including your

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and needs. These may be as much in question with significant others in your life as with you. The solution includes deciphering what constitutes a fair and balanced assessment of duties and responsibilities.

Taurus (Apr 20 – May 20) The challenge of determining the difference between the voice of our heart and that of our mind is as old as is the human soul itself. This is the dilemma of reason and free will versus instinct. Free will is that chaos factor that can support us to beat the odds or to misjudge situations or lean on frailty and fail. Making the effort to listen to your heart at all is already in the direction of success.

Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21) Balancing work with play is emphasized now. As is usually true, the scales are not static, they are shifting to and fro, to work, then to play, and then to work again… The work may especially include significant men in your life.

Themes of letting go are indicated. As the scales swing your turn to do so will come and go over the coming weeks and will progressively lean towards work.

Cancer (Jun 22 – Jul 22) Creating beauty close to home includes both your environment and you personally. After all, home is where your heart is, literally. Health is implied here as it is the essence of beauty. Consider when nature if vibrant and full of life, the notion of further adornment does not arise. Creating a realistic and inspiring dwelling in such an environment is another matter and both are important.

Leo (Jul 23 – Aug 23) A busy cycle is underway.

Attending to a variety of fronts is likely. Clearing and cleaning is featured among the array. This process may well include your living space, but it can also imply overcoming old and limiting perceptions, beliefs and/or attitudes. In any case, you are destined to take a creative lead now, but one that is fair and democratic as well.

Virgo (Aug 24 – Sep 22) A process of deciphering your priorities continues.

While this is an ongoing process due to the steady flow of change, it is emphasized now. Striking the balance between divergent fronts may include some apparent contradictions. For example, circumstances are directing you to assert your power and authority, on one hand, but surrender and let go of control, on the other.

Libra (Sep 23 – Oct 22) A process of taking pioneering initiatives continues.

With your ruling planet, Venus, in Scorpio, finding the balance between yours and other people’s money and power, in general, is indicated. This may be the source of some measure of fear and stress. Overcoming these requires that you have a sense of direction and purpose.

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