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New bylaw raises infrastructure standards, lowers costs Talk of The Town Wayne Rowe Mayor, Town of Gibsons
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fter several months of review and fine tuning, Council enacted a new Subdivision and Development Servicing and Stormwater Management Bylaw, which comprises a complete rewrite of servicing standards in the Town. Throughout the process, Director of Engineering, Dave Newman provided clear and careful explanations about past, present and proposed legislation and policies. This very comprehensive bylaw reflects the Town’s goals of sustainable infrastructure, low impact design, streamlined process and reduced development costs. From the initial planning stages to the end phases of infrastructure design development, this bylaw focuses on our goal of a healthy, safe and accessible community. We see more and more people leaving their cars at home and walking or cycling to shops and services. This legislation encourages
and accommodates this very healthy trend, with a clear emphasis on pedestrian safety and accessibility for all modes of transportation: walking, cycling, strollers, and motorized scooters. With the adoption of this bylaw the Town expands its use of the Platinum Edition of the Master Municipal Construction Document Specifications and Standards Manual (MMCD). These standards are regularly updated and revised to incorporate new information and techniques. As over 90 communities in BC rely on the benchmarks set out in these documents, their use will be familiar to companies considering new projects in Gibsons. The new bylaw introduces narrower road requirements and a revised standard of construction, anticipated to reduce initial construction costs as well as long-term operation and maintenance costs. A number of areas open to development are now exempted from providing the standard full services along the property frontage. This will result in cost savings for developers, harmonious frontage, and minimal dis-
ruption for neighbouring property owners. Effective stormwater management is a prime consideration in Gibsons. The bylaw ensures that new projects are engineered so that runoff matches predevelopment conditions, is effective and will not cause negative effects for nearby properties. As Council gave this legislation final reading on February 5, 2013, we were confident that the internationally-recognized construction and servicing standards embedded in the Subdivision and Development Servicing and Stormwater Management Bylaw ensures our codes and development provisions require a rigorous level of professional conduct from developers – while also making it easier and more economical to do business in the Town of Gibsons. For furter information contact Emanuel Machado, Chief Administrative Officer: emachado@gibsons.ca or Dave Newman. Director of Engineering dnewman@gibsons.ca or Town of Gibsons 604-886-2274
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Time to break away from the pack
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n Canada and the rest of the northern hemisphere, the official first day spring is when the sun crosses the celestial equator, moving northward. This day is known as the Vernal Equinox and lands on March 20 this year. As the rain continues to fall and the last moments of winter try to rear it’s ugly side (still good for the gardens), it’s a time when many Coast families sneak away for a little vacation. More importantly to kids, it’s spring break, which runs from Monday, March 18 to Friday, March 22. This has many families making all the necessary arrangements for their time away. Whether travellers are off on a three-day excursion to go skiing in Manning Park, or a two-week sunny vacation in the South Pacific, the Coast will see a mass exodus of local residents to all points beyond. The Canadian Safety Council recommends that if you are going to head out of town over the break, it’s smart to make safety a top consideration by checking travel advisories and warnings at www.travel.gc.ca. Don’t be afraid to adjust your travel plans if there are warnings. Also, try and go to your family doctor and tell him/her what countries you will be visiting, especially if you are heading somewhere exotic, in case you need vaccinations. Different destinations will have better or worse qualities of water and knowing that ahead of time is very important – especially when travelling with young children. Don’t be caught off guard with an expired passport. It is the sure way to end a trip before it starts. Go and check all expiry dates on your passports and if one of them is past due, don’t panic, you’ll be happily surprised at how fast you can get a passport from the Sinclair Centre on Granville in downtown Vancouver. You will have to pay an extra fee, but it’s worth it. The passport office is not open on weekends, only from 7:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday. It’s also a good idea to copy your travel documents and leave the copied set with a trusted friend in case you need to retrieve lost information while you’re away. For all of you hitting the roads this spring break, traffic will be heavy and conditions are always changing at this time of year. Be sure to expect the unexpected. Check your fluid levels, tire pressure and head lights. Also, check that your emergency kit is stocked with essentials such as water, food, first-aid supplies and booster cables. The Government of BC has recently issued a warning that avalanches are common place in many areas across BC right now, so stay on the marked trails and always ski with a friend. Of course while you are away, your first instinct (or at least your teenaged child’s) is to post lots of cool pictures on Facebook telling the world how awesome it is to be away. Let your family know that it is best to wait until you are back home to post pictures from your trip so that you don’t draw attention to the fact that your home is unoccupied. For all those staying on the Coast over the break this year, your kids will be treated to some great opportunities to enjoy themselves and be active. The YMCA is sporting some excellent camps for kids. Check their website at: http://www.vanymca.org/camps/campelphinstone.html for more details. There are also several skating and swimming activities being provided by the SCRD. Some of these will be all day programs while others will be one hour long. Check the SCRD website for more information at www. scrd.ca and simply sign up online. Finally, it must be noted that Saint Patrick’s Day is on Sunday March 17. History tells us that Saint Patrick said that he was called by God to go to Ireland in the year 432AD, to Christianise the Irish. His teaching methods included using the shamrock to explain the Holy Trinity. He died on March 17, 461. Although this isn’t a public holiday, there will be some good times to be had here on the Coast at Trail Bay Mall as they offer prizes, activities and entertainment for all to enjoy on Saturday, March 16. Have a fun and safe spring break everyone! Jim Dorey, Editor
Letters to the Editor – Opinions Become empowered to deal with mental illness Mental illnesses are chronic disorders whose onset and acute phases are stressful and traumatic for everyone involved. Those who are ill struggle with mood, anxiety and delusions; family members struggle with guilt, grief, fear and isolation. The health system offers some help to those who are ill, but the family is usually left to cope alone as best they can. The BC Schizophrenia Society – Sunshine Coast
Branch can help. We are so pleased to be offering Family to Family, a free, intensive, 12-session program, presented by family members for family members. Family to Family gives participants the tools to understand the symptoms of mood, anxiety and psychotic disorders, and to empathize with those experiencing them. Treatment, communication, advocacy and selfcare are among the topics that are covered. Participants learn from and give support to each other within the structure of this well- tested program,
and become empowered to deal more confidently with their own particular situation. Classes will be held Tuesday evenings, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm, starting March 26 and ending June 11, at Arrowhead Centre in Sechelt. The course is free, but class size is limited, so early registration is advised. To register please call Rebecca at 604-740-0406. Rebecca Pavitt, Sechelt
New Sechelt logo created and approved I attended the Wednes-
day council meeting, on March 6 and was elated to see our new logo for Sechelt. Kudos to Doug Hockley for all his work in getting us there and to everyone involved in its design, a job more than well done. The logo is very progressive and innovative. I can hardly wait to see it appear on our work vehicles and signs. The cost of procuring it was less than 10 percent of what that dreadful yellow ball cost. A great job everybody. Anita Paulin, Sechelt
Provincial funding sparks green upgrades in school districts
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chool districts throughout BC are getting a boost from the BC government to help reduce their carbon footprint and save money. A total of $5 million is being provided through the Carbon Neutral Capital Program (CNCP) so 25 districts can undertake electrical and mechanical improvements to their schools. For example, air source heat pumps will be installed at Palmer Secondary school in Richmond and a sewage heat exchange system will
be set up at Hammond Bay Elementary in NanaimoLadysmith. The Cowichan Valley school district is also replacing the boilers at Lake Cowichan Secondary with a new, more efficient biomass boiler. In total, districts will reduce their emissions by approximately 1,500 tonnes and save $36,000 in carbon offsets as well as $416,000 in operating costs every year. Districts will embark on their projects this year with completion by March 2014. Not only will these proj-
ects provide cleaner air to local communities, they will also help districts lower their energy consumption. As well, as part of the $5 million provincial funding, 43 districts will receive about $10,000 each to identify possible carbon neutral projects in the future. The Ministry of Education launched the Carbon Neutral Capital Program in 2012 to compensate school districts for the amount they pay to purchase carbon offsets from Pacific Carbon Trust each
year. The program was developed in consultations with education stakeholders including the British Columbia School Trustees Association. Last year, the ministry provided $5 million in CNCP funding to 41 eligible districts. This funding has sparked projects such as a ground source heat pump system at Princess Margaret Secondary in the Okanagan-Skaha school district and an electric car in Nanaimo-Ladysmith, in collaboration with the City of Nanaimo.
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Sechelt wastewater treatment facility public release of documents S
echelt Council has released documentation related to negotiations and contracting for the construction of Sechelt’s new Wastewater Treatment Facility. These include: • Request for Proposal (RFP) – Design Build Services RFP (issued September 4, 2012) • Council Resolution, regarding the companies selected to receive the RFP • In Camera Council Meeting Minutes of December 18, 2012 • Council Resolution from December 19, 2012, endorsing Maple Reinders / Urban Systems / Veolia as the preferred proponent • Limited Notice to Proceed agreement with Maple Reinders, dated January 29, 2013 • Consulting Services agreement with Mr. Paul Nash • Owners Technical Consultant Services Contract with Tetra-Tech. These documents have remained confidential to protect the proprietary interests of the firms involved in the tendering and to ensure negotiation of contracts proceeded in good faith. Sechelt is now finalizing the design-build contract with Maple Reinders Inc., the proponent of record, representing the consortium that includes Urban Systems and Veolia Water Solutions and Technologies Canada. The planned wastewater facility will be the first of its kind in North America, with a design that uses, among other processes, a greenhouse filtering and nutrient removal system already employed in Europe and Asia. The released documents can be viewed on Sechelt.ca and copies can be requested from the District Office. Submitted
Removal of changes to the Forest Act a win for BC’s forests The act would have given the minister incredible discretionary powers to sign new tree farm licence agreements and give corporations strong private property rights over vast areas of publicly owned lands.
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he decision to pull potentially damaging changes to the Forest Act off the table is a win for British Columbia. “I’m pleased that the forest minister heard the calls from environmentalists, forest professionals and the opposition and has removed these sections from Bill 8,” said forest critic Norm Macdonald. “I had a long conversation with the minister about these proposals and raised my concerns,” said Macdonald. “The proposed changes were deeply problematic, and went in exactly the wrong direction. They threatened public control over BC’s land base and risked hard-won environmental standards. “I’m glad to see that the minister listened, not only
to what I had to say, but to the concerns of thousands of British Columbians who let the Liberal government know that this was simply unacceptable.” Bill 8, Miscellaneous Statutes Amendment Act, amends a variety of other legislation. The act would have given the minister incredible discretionary powers to sign new tree farm licence agreements and give corporations strong private property rights over vast areas of publicly owned lands. “This is a time of tremendous challenge for the forest industry. It is also a time where we could find real opportunities,” continued Macdonald. “But we will only maximize these opportunities if we all work together to make the best decisions.
BC Forests are breathing a bit lighter as the provincial government amends changes to Bill 8.
“We heard from industry that it suited no one’s interests to make decisions in the highly politicized environment we are currently experiencing. These
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backcountry users are carrying essential avalanche safety equipment-transceivers, shovels and probes. Avalanche airbag packs are highly effective when worn/deployed properly (including the leg-strap). However, many still have not taken enough training to use that equipment with maximum effectiveness. A person buried in an avalanche can suffocate in minutes - long before help can arrive - so the ability to
perform quick and effective self-rescue and companion rescue is vital. Information about training courses is provided through the CAC. On the CAC website at www.ava lanche.ca – you will find a basic online course, as well as information on introductory and advanced Avalanche Skills Training courses. This training is essential for anyone planning to venture into the backcountry in winter. Submitted
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Another great year of U15 girls soccer comes to an end All five teams had great moments to celebrate during the end of year tournament.
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unshine, competitive games, penalty shootouts and a hard-fought final game capped a great weekend of U15 girls’ soccer at Kinnikinnick, March 9-10. Although staged as a round robin, the house tournament culminated in a fitting finale, as both unbeaten teams happened to meet last. Gibsons’ Navy Blue team prevailed as tournament winners, beatCarpet ing Custom the Red Hot Chili1105 Peppers of Roberts Creek/Gibsons 3-1 in the final game of the weekend. Coach Ian Armstrong’s Navy Blues had already won the league and started like champions, blitzing the Chili Peppers’ net with three early goals from Charli Jan. 31, 2013 Johnston, Emma Rayner and Asha Wareham. Determined to make a fight
of it, the Reds clawed their way back. A fine solo run by Reds’ winger, Taylor ‘Boots’ Whittall, created havoc in the Blues’ penalty area, ending with the ball scrambling over the line to make it 3-1 at the half. Fed a diet of Skittles, oranges and Katy Perry lyrics by Reds’ coach Neville Judd at half time, the Chili Peppers returned to the pitch energized but unable to score. Goalie Charlotte Buhr had made Navy Blues’ net a fortress all weekend, conceding only two goals in four games. Attack proved to be the Reds’ best form of defence, and the score remained 3-1 at the final whistle. All five teams had moments to celebrate during the tournament. Shelbi McDonell’s Orange team from
Sechelt/Halfmoon Bay can count themselves as the only other team besides Team Red to actually score on Team Navy. They also won the tournament sportsmanship award. Pender’s Teal team coached by Josh Young shook off a disappointing Saturday to win both games on Sunday to finish third. Sam Angus’s battling Yellow team from Sechelt/Roberts Creek was a match for any opponent, and won a gripping penalty shootout versus Team Orange. For players, coaches and parents, it was a weekend to remember. Thanks to the referees and thanks especially to coaches for all their volunteered time. Enjoy the break! Submitted
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This first phase of the project will see a drive-on concrete float and a commercial grade drive-on ramp installed. Completion is expected within 3 weeks (first week of April). This expansion will support the fishing industry and increase the ability of the harbour for a variety of uses and significantly enhance the economic revitalization of Gibsons Landing. Work will involve driving piles (6) and noise is expected to be a factor, albeit minimal. The Gibsons Landing Harbour Authority will be operating within the regulations set out in the Town of Gibsons’ Anti-Noise Bylaw No. 364. If you have questions or would like more information on the project, please contact the Harbour Authority at 604-886-8017 or glha@telus.net.
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ount Robson Provincial Park, which was designated a UNESCO world heritage site in 1990, turns 100, announced Environment Minister Terry Lake. Events are planned for the upcoming summer season to mark Mount Robson Provincial Park’s centennial and honour its great history as one of BC’s best known and frequented parks. Established by the British Columbia legislature in 1913, Mount Robson Provincial Park is BC’s second oldest provincial park, after Strathcona Provincial Park. Mount Robson Provin-
cial Park offers scenic yearround activities to enjoy. Hikers, horseback riders, snowshoers and skiers can explore over 200 kilometres of trails. Climbing, spelunking, canoeing, boating and swimming are a few of the other activities available in the park. Those looking to stay overnight can set up camp in one of the park’s campgrounds from May to October. Spanning 224,866 hectares, Mount Robson Provincial Park is known for its various wildlife viewing opportunities. Over 182 species of birds, 42 species of mammals and four spe-
cies of amphibians have been documented in the park throughout the years. Whitetail deer, mouse, elk and black bear can be found in the lower elevations of the park, while mountain goat and sheep inhabit the higher elevations. Mount Robson Provincial Park also protects the headwaters of the Fraser River. A national highway, railway, fiber-optics system and pipeline help keep people and goods moving through the park. Parking fees were eliminated at provincial parks in 2011, making them more accessible to BC families.
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St. Mary’s Hospital New Building Opens March 25, 2013! Sunshine Coast residents are invited to see the new hospital building before it opens
On March 25, 2013, the new St. Mary’s Hospital expansion building will officially open to patients.
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Light refreshments will be served. Wednesday, March 20 Parking available in the overflow details to come in areaMore beside Raven Cry Theatre. March 15 Coast Reporter!
Key changes at St Mary’s BEFORE March 25
March 11 – March 25: CT Scanner will be out of service while it is moved into the new building. Sunshine Coast residents requiring a CT Scan during this time will be directed to either Powell River Hospital or Lions Gate Hospital.
Key changes at St Mary’s ON March 25
Emergency department and all inpatient units will move from the current building into the new building on that day. On-site traffic flow and parking will change. R001466613
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ect that let the MBO program give back to the locals who have them let them live and ride our trails for eight months at a time. The entire process was filled with volunteer help from community members. Without their support this facility would not have been developed. Officially the park will be open on Wednesday afternoon on March 20. This will provide the track enough time to harden and get the last details completed by the builders. Until then, the public has been asked to stay off of the facility.
ers to buy locally.” Building the local market for British Columbia foods is a key commitment of government’s Agrifoods Strategy, a component of the BC Jobs Plan, to lead the agrifoods sector growth into a $14-billion-a-year
industry by 2017. The provincial government’s Buy Local program is administered by the Investment Agriculture Foundation of BC, an industry-led organization fostering growth and innovation for BC agrifoods.
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Today, pump tracks can be found worldwide and enjoyed by riders of all levels. The new facility will be open for use on Wednesday March 20 at 2 pm. This pump track will expand the resources that cyclists have access to on the Sunshine Coast. The location of the track is on the east side of Trail Avenue at Neptune Street under the power lines. Prior to the development, the area was dormant and unused, but it was a BMX track in the 1970s and 1980s. This is a community proj-
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he BC government’s ‘Buy Local’ program will encourage diners and shoppers to connect the BC seafood they are about to enjoy with the place and people who harvested it, through $69,794 in funding to promote Ecotrust Canada’s ‘ThisFish’ program. ThisFish is a web-based seafood traceability system that was developed in collaboration with the BC fishing industry to connect consumers to fish harvesters. The funding will be used towards expanding the market potential of traceable BC seafood by engaging local small retail and restaurant markets. The system also is used to market and
share information along the seafood supply chain. It will assure consumers that the products they buy are indeed local BC seafood. The ‘Buy Local’ program offers successful applicants matching funds up to $100,000 to launch or expand local food marketing campaigns. Minister of Agriculture Norm Letnick said “British Columbia’s seafood industry has a wholesale value of $1.4 billion and provides thousands of jobs in the commercial fishing and seafood processing sectors. Programs like ThisFish will encourage local retailers and restaurants to use BC seafood products and consum-
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atrick Muncaster, BC Liberal Candidate for the riding of Powell River- Sunshine Coast, issued the following statement in response to the BC Ferries reminder about fare increases, “Ferry fares on the routes serving Powell River Sunshine Coast are already too high.” The Commissioner announced some time ago fare cap increases of 4.1 percent effective April 1 of this year followed by four percent and 3.9 percent on April 1 in the next two years. Muncaster praised the government noting: “The government has responded in a timely way to the BC Ferry Commissioner’s report launching a ferry consultation to gather public views and providing $79.5 million in funding increases. The Ferry Consultation report has now been made public. “It remains however that we have an untenable situation. We are proverbially between a rock and a hard place where long term cost pressures are concerned. Status quo operations are not an option.” Costs are rising faster than provincial or regional economic growth. BC Ferries needs to find ways to be more ef-
ficient in their operations. I think the consultation process was a good first step in finding ways to be more efficient. He went on to state: “I am committed to a sustainable and efficient ferry service for ferry dependent communities and to bringing that message home clearly to the MLA’s across this province and the government.” Muncaster said: “I do not believe the solution lays in just throwing money at the problem. Rather I believe that the solution is to be found in a number of adjustments in different parts of the ferry and transportation system that would see ferry dependent communities economic fabric maintained. There are alternatives to current ferry operations. The creation of those alternatives will take time. Muncaster concluded by saying: “Properly managed, BC can enter an energy golden age and we will have funds for necessary infrastructure upgrades. The broader ferry solution lies in creating conditions which strengthen the BC’s economy. This is how we will enhance the economic prospects of Powell RiverSunshine Coast. Submitted
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Guitar w/case, $40. Doll collection; 10 various types, gd cond, $30. Recliner, rose colour, gd cond, $20. Little Tikes workbench w/tools, $15. 604-885-9643. p12
100 – Announcements 200 – Community Notices 300 – Marketplace - General 400 – Automotive 500 – Marine 600 – Construction 700 – Real Estate 800 – Rentals 900 – Travel 1000 – Employment 1100 – Professional Services 1200 – Pets 1300 – Business Opportunities 1400 – Legal and Public Notices 1500 – Too late to Classify
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New cable tire chains, Z-Chain, $100. Large jade, ficus, rubber plants, $15 to $100. Interior doors: qty 5, 80” X 30, plus 4 other sizes - all for $50. Victorian jelly molds, $25/ea. Signed Karen Magnussen sweat shirt, $40. Framed Greta Guzek poster, $50. All OBO. Proceeds to Happy Cat Haven. 604.886.0776. ptfn
GARAGE SALES BIG Garage Sale. Holy Family Church Hall, 5700 Nickerson Road, West Sechelt. Sat. March 16, 10am – 2pm. Great bargins. p11 ESTATE BUYER. 604-740-6474. b11
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RC Legion #219 Roberts Creek. Tuesdays are Cheaper Chewsdaze and Beer Specialz, kitchen open Monday - Friday. 604-886-9813 btfn
Split & delivered. $175/cord, dry seasoned. 604-993-0094 tfn
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Seasoned firewood and dump runs. 604-989-9663 ptfn
Need help to lose weight? Join TOPS (Take off pounds sensibly) at a new location. Sechelt Activity Centre, 5604 Trail Ave. at 6:30pm on Wednesdays (phone 604-747-4755). Also in Gibsons, Frank West Hall on Chaster Rd. at 6:30pm on Thursdays (phone 604-886-8578). p13 If your drinking is causing you problems but you don’t know how to stop, maybe we can help. Alcoholics Anonymous. Toll Free 1-877-373-8255. www.sunshinecoastaa.ca btfn
200 COMMUNITY NOTICES GRIPS (Garbage Recycling in Pender Society) Annual General Meeting, March 18, 7:30pm at the Pender Harbour School of Music (across from Elementary School) SCRD staff will be present to inform about the proposed Resource Recovery Park coming to PH Landfill. For more info 604883-1165. p11
CLASSES Feldenkrais® Classes for healthy, organized movements. Enjoy these gentle, no-sweat classes and eliminate pain, inhibited movement and restricted range of motion. Great for rehab as well as general maintenance. Tuesdays, 5-6pm, Davis Bay Community Hall or customized, hands-on sessions by appt. 604-885-9064 or silk-bri@ dccnet.com btfn
300 MARKETPLACE RE Décor Consignment. Everything in the store is recycled or repurposed, real and reasonably priced. Everything is carefully selected and displayed for you with an eye for style & value. Still Good ReFurniture, 5520 Inlet Ave., same same but with a more woodsy, masculine vibe. Always stylish, always affordable. www.redecor.ca www.facebook.com/redecorsechelt. 5699 Cowrie St., Sechelt. 604-8855884. b11
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES Gold & Silver buyer. Top dollar paid. Jewelry, coins, etc. 604-7406474. b11
WANTED ROLEX & other quality watches wanted in any cond, call 604-7406474. b11 Buying vintage weapons, badges, medals, etc. 604-740-6474. b11
FREE Restoration project: 1920s solid, softwood expandable dining table (functional) & six chairs (need work). 604-885-6094. f11 8 wooden pallets. Call 604-7403800. f11 FREE APPRAISAL of your gold & silver items. 604-740-6474. b11 Zenith colour console TV. Only 2 yrs service, like new. Call 604-8852653. f12
LOST / FOUND Lost: Small gold hummingbird pendant (Haida design) on a chain. Reward offered. 604-8852981. f12 Lost: Prescrp glasses, dark blue frames, lost in Roberts Creek or Gibsons. Please call 604-8856464. f12 Found: Small personal items left inside returned medical slippers, Feb. 21. Call or stop by The Slipper Factory to identify. 604-8857413. f11 Did you know that Lost and Found ads are FREE in the Local? Restrictions apply.
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400 AUTOMOTIVE 2002 Buick Century, gd cond. Leaving Coast, must sell, $2500 obo. Leave mssg. 604-885-0965. p12 CASH for your unwanted motorhomes, trailers, boats, cars, trucks, etc. 604-886-7341. b11
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Donations gratefully accepted Save $10 on Fool’s Fees 36th BMO Sunshine Coast April Fool’s Run presented by Coast Cable on Sunday, April 7
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n December, 2012, the Sunshine Coast Labour Council and KIN Canada – Sunshine Coast, celebrated their 20th year of offering the Breakfast with Santa event. Donations totaling $650 were gratefully accepted for the purpose of donating to
Sunshine Coast Elves Club. On March 6, Sunshine Coast Labour Council president Robert Hood, and KIN Canada – Sunshine Coast president Shawn Boyd presented the check to Elves Club Representatives Jacquie Braun, and Kay Belanger.
ttention all procrastinators! Save $10 if you register online by midnight this Friday March 15. The very popular ‘Fool’s Run’ is open to anyone who can walk or run, from 5k (relay) to 21.1k (half marathon). All ages, all paces welcome – there’s even a free kids run. All race entrants have a chance to win the Grand Prize Draw package of a weekend getaway to Painted Boat Resort Spa & Marina! If you don’t plan to run or walk on April 7, please consider volunteering – it’s fun, and you’ll get a long-sleeved T-shirt, entry in the prize draw, and invited to the volunteer wrap party! Enjoy a first-hand view of all the action and warm appreciation from the participants and organizers. The Fool’s Run supports the Sunshine Coast Food Bank and the Ruby Slipper Fund. Visit www.foolsrun.com for all details and sign-up forms. Submitted
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Students will always look to make their grad special. One way is by renting a limosine and driver for the night.
C Liquor Stores customers can now help support alcohol-free events for graduating high school students by making a donation at the cash register to support the Dry Grad campaign. Contributions by BC Liquor Store customers and staff top up funds raised by parents, students and teachers who work throughout the year raising money for alcohol-free graduation celebrations. Last year, BC Liquor Store customers and staff throughout the province donated over $540,000 that helped graduating classes celebrate at events such as carnival nights, overnight
All ‘Support Dry Grad’ donations from each store go to the local school district, which, in turn, provides the funding to the local grad committees. camping trips and boat cruises. Rich Coleman, Minister of Energy, Mines and Natural Gas states, “Dry Grad is a terrific program that will help the Class of 2013 celebrate in a fun and safe manner and it is something I support every year. I encourage British Columbians to make a donation to support students in celebrating their hard work and success.” For over a decade, the Support Dry Grad campaign in BC Liquor Stores has helped prevent underage drinking and has raised more than $4.4 million.
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he annual Canadian Cancer Society fundraiser will come to Pender Harbour on Friday March 22 from 10 am to noon at John Henry’s Store. Daffodils will also be
available at the Petro Canada Station in Garden Bay and the Madeira Park Mall on Friday, March 22 and Saturday, March 23 between 10 am and 4 pm. Submitted
ritish Columbia recently launched a strategy outlining short- and long-term measures to prevent, recognize and respond to elder abuse in British Columbia. “Protecting seniors from all forms of abuse is a priority for myself and for our government,” said Minister of State for Seniors Ralph Sultan, “With this collaborative strategy, we hope to bring about a positive change where all British Columbians are involved in protecting seniors from abuse and creating a culture where older adults are respected in every way.” Elder abuse may be physical or sexual, psychological or emotional, or financial. It can be at the hands of a spouse, an adult child or other family member, a caregiver, a service provider, or other person in a position of trust or situation of dependency. Abuse can take place in a senior’s home, a care facility and in the community. Actions outlined in the strategy
entitled Together to Reduce Elder Abuse - BC’s Strategy include: • Expanding the Seniors Abuse and Information Line. Longer hours will make it easier for people to get information, advice, emotional support and assistance with respect to elder abuse by calling 604 437-1940 or toll free 1 866-437-1940. • Providing information kits to help community groups, front-line service providers and individuals recognize elder abuse and encourage individuals to have the confidence to speak out or to ask for assistance. • Establishing a multi-sector Council to Reduce Elder Abuse, responsible for galvanizing society to commit to taking action to prevent elder abuse. • The council will be supported by an office, located within the Seniors’ Directorate in the Ministry of Health that will also be responsible for co-ordinating implementation of the strategy across government. • Reviewing processes and staff
training for informed consent to care, including moving into a residential care facility and use of restraints, to ensure that the rights of vulnerable adults are protected. • Supporting training and awareness-building initiatives for health professionals and others to improve their ability to recognize abuse and to take appropriate action. Areas for work on longer-term actions are identified in the strategy and will be prioritized as the initial phases of the strategy are evaluated and renewed. “Elder abuse is, unfortunately, happening all across Canada,” said Martha Jane Lewis, executive director, BC Centre for Elder Advocacy and Support. “Together to Reduce Elder Abuse - B.C.’s Strategy will provide extra supports for those who need help and create a culture change to help make elder abuse a thing of the past.” Submitted
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Pacific Blades covered 83km on ice
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Help us celebrate another great year at the Chapman Creek Hatchery. Join us for a delicious catered salmon dinner prepared by Greg’s Catering, the opportunity to bid on terrific auction items and a chance to win great prizes.
Sunshine Coast Blade members are pictured just after the Skate-a-thon. They are: Justin Fodchuk, Jaden Fodchuk, Liam Shannon, Maverick Shannon, Oliver Tulk, Kai Gerler, Madhava Bosold, Judith Mathieu, Shaun Thorold, Grayson Bush, assistant coach Sean Gerler and coach Peter Maseja. PHOTO SUBMITTED
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he Sunshine Coast Pacific Blades speed skating club held a Skate-a-thon fundraising event at the Gibsons Arena. Ten members aged 10 to 50 years old skated for 30 minutes each, covering a total distance of 83 km. That’s about the same distance as it is from Langdale to Egmont. Each skater covered about 8km in distance. Some great sponsors helped make this event possible and a very success-
ful fundraiser for the club. The Pacific Blades has been steadily growing in interest here on the coast as more people learn just how fun it can be to move so fast without any gears let alone a motor. The Blades had a successful year this past season and look forward to next year. They would like to invite anybody interested in trying speed skating to come out next September as they will be skating at both the
Gibsons Arena and the newly renovated Sechelt Arena. It almost feels like flying said a new speed skater in the group. The club owns skates, so if you are interested in trying it out, you don’t need to invest in a pair of skates. Just bring a helmet, knee pads, shin guards (soccer style) and some gloves and feel the speed. For more info: http://www. pacificblades.com or contact Peter at 604-885- 9097.
Host: Sunshine Coast Salmonid Enhancement Society Where: Sechelt Seniors Centre When: Saturday, April 13, 2013 Cost: $100 per ticket Cocktails at 6pm, Dinner at 7pm Tickets include:
Tickets are available right now through Chapman Creek Hatchery. Please call 604-885-4136 or email us at info@scsalmon.org
• A catered salmon dinner, generously supported by Grieg Seafood. (Alternate meals available by prior order only). • $50 tax receipt issued following the event • Entry into a Reverse Draw where up to $3000.00 will be awarded, with a top prize of $2000 • The opportunity to bid on silent and live auction items ranging from original artworks to landscaping services,from fishing tackle to gift certificates from your favourite Coast merchants.
4381 Parkway Drive, Sechelt BC V0N 3A1 Phone: 604-885-4136 • Email: info@salmon.org • Website: www.scsalmon.org 2013-Feb-7-The Local-Retrofitting a home - Advertisement.ai 1 22/01/2013 10:09:14 AM
St. Mary’s Hospital innovative approach to child-care Continued from page 1 ach area from emergency and labour delivery, through to isolation and the expansive, single bed patient rooms, as well as the bright family waiting rooms, has been researched to reflect the latest approach in patient care. Each auxiliary member agreed that the final result was well worth the wait. The new technology alone (administrative/medical) will make St. Mary’s Hospital a leader among regional hospitals. As a to-
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tal package, inside and out, the community should be justly proud of everyone who has contributed their expertise, from the beginning planning stages to completion. Please take the time on Wednesday, March 20 to drop by for the official Open House between 1:30pm and 4:00pm. There will be organized guided tours of the expansion areas. Monday, March 25 marks the day patients will move to the new building. St. Mary’s asks the public to refrain from visiting the hos-
pital until after 6 pm that day unless absolutely necessary. It’s also suggested that local residents seek medical attention from a clinic on opening day instead of the emergency department, unless they are experiencing an urgent medical issue. Please note that the CT Scanner will be out of service between March 11 and March 25 while it is being moved to the new area. During that time, patients will be asked to go to Lion’s Gate Hospital or Powell River Hospital.
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