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The tallest Douglas Fir in the forest is shown here.

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touch and become interconnected with its neighbouring tree. When a veteran tree is left behind on its own in a clearcut, that kind of canopy support is lost. This will lead to the trees becoming at higher risk to blow down.

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Two retired couples who have recently moved the Sunshine Coast (one from Toronto, then other from Saskatoon) said they moved to Coast because they assumed that there was a lot of easily accessible natural forests left on the Coast. When shown the MOF Age Class Maps they were shocked to

see so little left, and that this forest is the largest piece left.

The Special Management Zone (just above the creek ravine) where the trees are marked ‘C’ for cutting caused a lot of discussion.

One tall hemlock marked for logging can only be a few meters away from the top of a bank.

Wilson Creek Forest is an island amongst old clearcuts and must be protected to ensure hydrological integrity of the watershed, leading to the maintenance of the historic salmon spawning beds in the downstream reaches.

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Guest opinion column Why we should support Bill C-38

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’d like to address some misinformation that has been circulating about Bill C-38, the Budget Implementation Act, and explain why conservationists, along with conservatives, should support this Bill.

Our government has made clear the advantages the passage of Bill C-38 will provide to the Canadian economy. By streamlining regulatory reviews for major projects, we can, and will, maintain the same rigorous environmental protection that Canadians rightly expect. As Prime Minister Harper has stated, “When it comes to evaluating development plans, one should not confuse the length of the process with the rigour of the science.” In other words, more assessments do not equate to better assessments.

The proposed changes streamline regulatory process, eliminating duplication and overlap, and setting a specified, generous period – two years – for completing the necessary assessments. These changes will stimulate the economy and create jobs, two things the Conservative government has consistently done while other countries fail around us.

The current Fisheries Act is indiscriminate and goes well beyond its conservation goals. It is time for an update and for us to focus our government’s efforts on what really matters to Canadians.

The new legislation will protect Canada’s fisheries and the habitat that supports them. This focus will make better use of departmental resources by aligning them to commercial, recreational and aboriginal fisheries. In terms of BC fisheries, especially coastal salmon fisheries and the spawning and nursery streams that support these fisheries, there will be no reduction in terms of DFO’s mandate to preserve and protect these important resources.

Second, the current Act also treats all activities – from the largest industrial development to the smallest personal project on private land – in the same way. The new legislation will make a distinction between the size and scale of projects. We will create guidelines and standards in regulation to clarify for Canadians what can and can’t be done when working in and around water for smaller projects and maintain the full review process for larger projects.

Instead of focusing on the carp living in ditches, the new law will protect migratory streams and lakes that are home to Canada’s fisheries and the areas that support those fisheries. We will also be able to provide enhanced protection to ecologically sensitive areas and enforce conditions associated with Fisheries Act authorizations which, at present, is not being done. We’re cracking down on those that break the rules by aligning penalties with that of the tougher Environmental Enforcement Act. Existing rules will continue to protect waterways from pollution, as they have in the past. Bill C-38 will enhance fish habitat protection by managing real threats to Canada’s fisheries, including habitat destruction and aquatic invasive species.

We will now be able to partner with conservation groups to better protect fisheries by leveraging their areas of expertise and interest. What this means is that for the first time DFO can partner with fisheries conservation groups across Canada to implement joint projects to improve and enhance fish populations.

Now that we have set the direction, we will consult with our stakeholders as we develop the regulatory and policy framework that will support and better define the changes. We will continue to build partnerships with those committed to building, preserving and protecting fisheries with the hope that they can play an even larger role in the future. I am sure that other British Columbians will join me in looking forward to the upcoming consultation process, involving the Minister of Fisheries, who will consider such input in fleshing out regulations needed to complete the framework established by Bill C-38.

Please refer to my website for an expanded version of this statement: www.johnweston.ca John Weston, M.P. (West Vancouver – Sunshine Coast – Sea to Sky Country)

Letters to the Editor – Opinions Decision maintains colonial status quo It cannot go unnoticed that the decision to move Kerry Mahlman from Aboriginal Education principal to principal of Madeira Park maintains and reinforces colonial attitudes and actions within our public education system. This decision has upset not only the shíshálh nation but also the growing community on the Sunshine Coast who are dedicated to relationship building between the shíshálh nation and non-aboriginal residents.

SD46 Chair Silas White stated in the May 24 The Local that a meeting between SD46 and the shíshálh nation could not be held on the matter due to scheduling. White recognized that this is due to the reality of a dysfunctional relationship between SD46 and the shíshálh nation. However, this relationship will only further be damaged with top-down decision making like the one to move Mahlman. SD46 should have withheld any decision-making regarding the future of Aboriginal Education programming for our youth until they adequately consulted with the shíshálh nation.

Furthermore Superintendent Patrick Bocking was quoted as saying, “When you consider the math of it, we’re actually increasing the net number of staff.” In our opinion there is no bet-

ter person on the Coast to fulfill the important role of principal for the program than Mahlman. Her dedication to relationship building is demonstrated by the success of the Aboriginal Education program that she has nurtured for years.

We have recently been interviewing individuals regarding the impacts of the residential school system in our community as part of a community based truthtelling initiative. Through this process we have heard testimony regarding the effectiveness and the appropriateness of the Aboriginal Education program lead by Mahlman. The program is essential for not only supporting aboriginal youth in a foreign educational system, but also raising a generation of aboriginal and non-aboriginal youth who are capable of critical thinking in order to address historic and current colonial atrocities. In an era of reconciliation, the recent actions taken by SD46 are a huge step in the wrong direction.

The leaders of our education system have demonstrated that instead of being willing to accommodate Aboriginal Educational needs, the mainstream education system is still acting in its own interest and on its own terms to the detriment of aboriginal and non-aboriginal youth alike. SD46 please reconsider your decision.

Wesley Jeffries and Rosalind Patrick, Sechelt

Please vote to divide Bill C-38

Plan with seniors, not for seniors

This letter was forwarded to The Local for publication Dear Mr. Weston: In your town hall meeting (Sechelt) a few weeks back you referred to yourself as the conscience of the Conservative party. Here is your opportunity to prove yourself. Please stand up for your constituents and insist that Bill C-38 be broken up and debated in a manner worthy of a democracy. This bill contains an overabundance of important items that effect disparate and critical areas. There is no way that they can be thought about, debated and acted upon in an informed and intelligent manner in their present form as one omnibus bill.

You know that what is being done is wrong. Even Stephen Harper knows this is wrong. In 2005, in response to the then 120page budget brought down under Prime Minister Paul Martin, then Opposition Leader Stephen Harper said, “How can members represent their constituents on these various areas when they are forced to vote on a block of such legislation?”

Please prove that you do have a conscience and that you are not just Mr. Harper’s yes-man. Be brave, Mr. Weston and do what is right!

Suzy Naylor Roberts Creek

It’s nice to be remembered.

And it’s for a whole week, not just 15 minutes.

The provincial government has proclaimed June 3 – 9 as Seniors’ Week. Political leaders will issue statements about the contributions seniors have made to our province’s economy and society as a whole.

It’s always welcome when people say nice things about you – especially when they do so before you’re dead. But we also came to the conclusion that something is missing in the discussion of seniors’ issues. The key point is that we’re still alive, still as active as we can be, still anxious to help build a better province.

There’s a large demographic shift underway.

The people of BC and Canada are getting older. It creates both opportunities and challenges. It also creates a real need for political leadership.

We have a hodgepodge of approaches to aging.

Responsibility is divided among a host of federal and provincial government ministries. Local governments also have a role in creating age-friendly communities.

There’s no doubt it’s easier said than done, but what we really need is a comprehensive, coordinated approach to this demographic change.

The driving force should be (Letters continued on page 5)

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Letters to the Editor – Opinions (Continued from page 4) to help seniors stay active, healthy and independent.

Too often, government programs treat symptoms rather than reach for the real goal.

They put a cast on the broken leg, rather than working to prevent the fall. They provide inadequate home care and home support services, forcing many seniors into residential care homes, or even acute care beds.

It doesn’t make sense economically or socially. Other countries have faced demographic shifts. We’re not the first. Their solutions are quite different from what we see here today. They focus on independence, home care home support, independent living arrangements, opportunities for social contact and public pensions sufficient to lift seniors out of poverty.

We don’t claim that age gives you wisdom but it does give you experience.

Seniors are an asset, not a liability to society. We have no desire to be put into expensive facilities where we can vegetate and wait to die.

We want to fully participate, advocate on public issues, fulfill our responsibilities as citizens, and help to create a more civil society for our children and grandchildren.

And we must be involved in planning our own future.

Art Kube President Council of Senior Citizens’ Organizations of BC

You’re invited to celebrate 25 years Twenty-five years ago they, the then Tetrahedron Ski Club, marshaled the citizens, businesses and governments of the Sunshine Coast to build four log cabins and about 25 kilometres of trails in what is now Tetrahedron Provincial Park. Back in 1987, at least 240 local volunteers joined with 45 businesses, schools, associations, the SCRD, District of Sechelt, Town of Gibsons and Governments of Canada and BC in a year-long project to create our backcountry skiing and hiking system.

Over the years, coast volunteers and businesses, the Ministry of Forests and BC Parks have helped the Tetrahedron Club maintain and improve this resource which is at least as good today as when it was first built.

So, come and help cel-

ebrate the cabins, the mountains, successful volunteerism and 25 years of community cooperation.

On September 15, a rocking dance will follow a family event and slide show honoring the community at the Roberts Creek Hall. Then the Club will host hikes and pancake breakfasts over following weekends at three of the four cabins. Come out for some fun and see what our community can do when we put our minds to it. Stay tuned as details unfold over the summer.

George Smith Tetrahedron Outdoor Club Gibsons

On Weston’s National Health & Fitness Day The National Health and Fitness article (published in the May 31 The Local) is a submission, and the ‘advertisement’ does not reflect the important issues on health that Canadians face.

For example, it doesn’t mention the fact that that the Prime Minister has said, “It’s past time the feds scrapped the Canada Health Act.” and “Our health care will continue to deteriorate unless Ottawa overhauls the Canada Health Act to allow the provinces to experiment with market reforms and private health care delivery options.”

Readers might also be reminded the United States has a market-driven private health care system. This is where we are headed now.

Good luck everyone!

Al Hudson Sechelt

Please keep democracy alive The Local received a copy of this letter to MP John Weston for publication I want to add my voice as one of your constituents objecting to the hasty passage of the Omnibus Bill. The Bill, as you know, introduces sweeping changes to many laws governing our lives. It is important these changes be subject to individual and committee examination to preserve our democracy.

Plus, it must be remembered, majority or not, 60 per cent of the Canadian voting public did not support the Conservative Party.

The government must govern for all Canadians.

It is time to object to how

this Bill is being handled and lobby for measured piece-by-piece debate.

Thank you.

Eleanor Mae, Sechelt

What are the priorities?

When home in the Constituency, Weston is silent on the closure of the Kits Coast Guard base. In Ottawa, he proves to be Harper’s man, speaking loudly in favour, “There were four things missing when my colleague opposite, the member for New Westminster—Coquitlam, related what he said was happening. We did not hear about any dedication to reducing the deficit. We did not hear about inshore vessels, which the parliamentary secretary just mentioned were going to be added.

We did not hear about the close proximity between the Kitsilano branch that is going to be closed and the nearest branch, which are closer than any other two in Canada. We did not hear about the engagement of local partners. I would like the parliamentary secretary to reiterate all of the steps being taken to make sure there is no prejudice to safety while we deal with this deficit.”

No one with any knowledge of the situation accepts that there is “no prejudice to safety”. Mr. Weston, budgets are about priorities. Almost concurrent with your statement, Embassy Magazine and the Toronto Star reported that the Harper Government is seeking to set up seven forward military bases in places from Asia to Africa to the Caribbean. Tell me, is the priority of this Government: saving the lives of Canadian mariners or being on time for America’s next foreign war?

Paul Johnston Roberts Creek

Why change a good thing?

My wife and I have been Gibsons residents since 1994 and now live on Gambier Island. During that time there have been two passenger-only ferries to Vancouver operate briefly and a third that failed to get operational.

Kenan MacKenzie is a successful realtor and once a councillor of Gibsons. He

is an experienced equestrian but I doubt he has much boating experience on our local waters. I can only assume that his obsession with a passenger-only ferry direct to Vancouver Harbour may temporarily raise local real estate prices if a service is going to be offered.

We already have an excellent passenger ferry. It sails from Langdale to Horseshoe Bay every two hours in every kind of weather, a 40-minute trip, 365 days a year. The vessel carries up to 1200 passengers and never has left foot passengers behind because of an overload. No passenger reservations or advance ticketing are required. It has a good restaurant, comfortable seating, wireless Internet, very clean washrooms and always a comfortable ride in Howe Sound waters. The return fare is very reasonable and actually free for BC seniors Monday through Thursday. Most of the operating expense of this vessel is derived from fares for passenger vehicles, RVs and commercial trucks on lower decks far from the clean passenger accommodation. Public transit buses that meet the ferries service both the Langdale and Horseshoe Bay ferry terminals.

A passenger only ferry is pie in the sky. It just won’t fly as well as it looks. The vessel has to be a custommade high-speed boat that can carry 100 to 200 passengers. It will travel at 20 knots (40K) and take 1.5 hours to get to Vancouver Harbour. The actual fuel cost per mile per passenger will be many times higher than a standard BC Ferry.

There are presently no facilities at Langdale, Gibsons or downtown Vancouver to accommodate this vessel.

The trip goes around Point Atkinson, which is exposed to Georgia Strait and often experiences extreme sea conditions during storms.

No standing up to go to the airline-size washroom, but I assume barf bags are supplied.

Anyway, you get the idea.

Let’s appreciate and enjoy what we have, which is the best, most comfortable and safest public ferry system in the world. Thank you, BC Ferries and keep up the good work.

Ken Mackenzie, Gibsons

Letters to the Editor are welcome on any topic of local or general interest. Opinions expressed are those of the writers; publication does not imply endorsement by the newspaper. Letters are preferred by e-mail, however type-written or legibly handwritten are acceptable. Generally letters should not exceed more than 300 words. Letters will be edited in the interests of style, clarity, legality, brevity and taste, as necessary. The Local reserves the right to refuse publication of any submission. All letters must be signed and include place of residence and telephone number; names may be withheld from publication for valid reasons by approval of the Editor. E-mail letters to editor@thelocalsunshinecoast.com or drop off at 5758 Cowrie Street, Sechelt, or mail to PO Box 494, Sechelt, BC V0N 3A0. Deadline is Friday at 5:00pm.

Canada’s sodium reduction strategy H

ealth Minister Michael de Jong today welcomed a provincial/territorial sodium action report, which highlights health prevention work underway in BC and supports a Canadawide strategy to reduce sodium intakes and improve the health of Canadians.

Excess sodium can cause a variety of health problems.

It is linked to high blood pressure, the major cause of cardiovascular disease and a risk factor for stroke and kidney disease. There is also evidence that a diet high in sodium is a risk factor for osteoporosis, stomach cancer and asthma.

Canada’s provincial and territorial ministers of health have released ‘Reducing the Sodium Intake of Canadians: A Provincial and Territorial Report on Progress and Recommendations for Future Action’.

The report stems from a September 2010 commitment by the federal, provincial and territorial ministers, with the exception of Quebec, to work together to lower the sodium intake of Canadians.

The report raises awareness of the need to reduce sodium consumption, highlights sodium reduction activities underway across the country and encourages discussion and participation among key partners, such as the federal government and non-gov-

ernment organizations.

Provinces and territories have committed to reduce sodium intake to a population average of 2,300 mg per person, per day by 2016. The recommended daily sodium intake for an adult is 1,500 mg, but the majority of Canadians consume more than twice the recommended amount.

The sodium report focuses on action in four key areas: lowering sodium in the food supply, awareness and education, research, and monitoring and evaluation.

Specific future actions under consideration by the provinces and territories include: developing consistent healthy food guidelines for the sale, serving and marketing of foods in publicly funded places; focusing on schools as a place to start and the creation of ‘best-fit’ nutrition criteria

by March 2013; continuing to collaborate with the restaurant and food services sector and other partners to reduce sodium in foods and beverages and exploring the use of BC’s Informed Dining program as a model, developing a framework for providing nutrition information by March 2013; asking the food industry to join governments in publicly committing to the 2016 reduction goal; identifying options for monitoring sodium reduction in the food supply by 2013.

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Government ignores ferry Sinkhole danger closes fare increase issue Seawatch Lane Notes from the Upper Mainland Nicholas Simons MLA, Powell River and Sunshine Coast

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busy Spring Legislative Session recently came to an end. Starting in February, 40 Government Bills were tabled, 19 were passed into law, eight on the final day alone. Because so many bills were introduced late in the Session, our debates were limited and rushed, our scrutiny of the various Ministries’ budgets was incomplete, and many questions went unanswered. However, the Opposition was able to convince government to abandon some legislation, and change some they had already tabled.

Among the most relevant pieces of legislation to Powell River – Sunshine Coast residents was the Coastal Ferry Amendment Act. Since 2003 we have seen unprecedented increase in fares under a system of quasi-privatization where a company, owned by the taxpayers, was unaccountable to the taxpayer. Because of the advo-

cacy of residents of Powell River – Sunshine Coast from Langdale to Lund, the government instructed the new Commissioner to review the Coastal Ferries Act to see if it was meeting “public policy objectives.”

The Commissioner made a number of recommendations, some of which were accepted.

But the key recommendation that called on government to tie ferry fare increases to the rate of inflation was ignored completely. In fact, while waiting for the government to take action on the Commissioner’s recommendations, ferry-reliant British Columbians saw another four per cent increase.

The Commissioner, under the new Act, is allowed to permanently cancel sailings. My hope and expectation is that any discussion about sailings will be made in consultation with the Ferry Advisory Committees and the communities impacted. The last time a cancellation was announced without consultation, a town-hall meeting in Gibsons attracted hundreds of people, causing a reversal of the decision.

Other issues addressed during the Spring Session included the cost of federal government policies on our communities, including cuts to our environmental protections, the downloading of criminal justice costs, and cuts to our Employment Insurance and Old Age Security.

The indefensible policy on senior driver testing received minimal action from government. I participated in nine community meetings from Cranbrook to Campbell River, and included Powell River, Texada Island, Pender Harbour, Sechelt and Gibsons. Seniors from our communities have successfully appealed their license revocation after considerable headache and stress. Many questions remain on why the DriveAble program was implemented in BC in the first place.

The Sunshine Coast will join the families, friends and colleagues of Beatrice Sorensen and Angie Nemeth on June 17 to share the sorrow of their loss.

These two dynamic residents lost their lives training to better help others.

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eawatch Lane is now closed to vehicle traffic as Sechelt investigates area road base and slope stability concerns.

In response to the appearance of a sinkhole on Seawatch Lane, at the northerly end of Gale Avenue North, the District of Sechelt has closed the lane to vehicle traffic. The area has been cordoned off.

In conjunction with expert geotechnical engineers who have dealt with these problems in other communities, the District is conducting a

detailed assessment of the affected area in regard to the geotechnical issues that have arisen and that may be at risk of arising in the future. The situation is being monitored

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oung workers are being left outside the job market, while governments are boosting the temporary worker program, said BC Federation of Labour President, Jim Sinclair.

Sinclair said that he wasn’t surprised young people were having a hard time finding work. “The BC Liberal government pretty much dismantled every youth

employment program this province had,” said Sinclair.

“Today, young people are paying the price.”

Labour force data released today showed the number of unemployed increased by 30,000, an almost 20 per cent increase. Workers aged 15-24 now account for 30 percent of BC’s unemployed.

“Far from the government’s claim of jobs look-

ing for workers, it’s clear we have workers looking for jobs,” Sinclair stated.

“Instead of spending more on a regime to import vulnerable temporary workers with no rights, we should be investing in job training and placement programs for young people.”

The federation reiterated its call to end the temporary foreign worker program.

Sinclair said that the temRoberts Creek Sign 1002 porary foreign worker program allows companies to keep wages low by creating an over supply of labour in specific sectors. “Today’s job numbers show that not only is this program unnecessary, but it is creating two classes PHOTO COURTESY OF GIBSONS & DISTRICT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE of workers that will only Builders, designers, painters and purveyors of household essentials exhibited their crafts and serve to drive down wages.”

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Committee, I feel better informed and slightly optimistic. He commented on the January BC Ferry Commissioners’ Report and the recent BC Government’s news release. It seems the provincial government has recognized that change needs to happen and the public needs to be consulted. Barry indicated that: “Following up on the 24 January 2012 BC Ferry Commissioner’s report Review of the Coastal Ferry Act, the 9 May 2012 news release from the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure stated that the government will be seeking public input to support their vision for connecting

coastal communities and that there will be discussions with communities about trade-offs among service adjustments, fare increases and potential community contributions.

“The government recognizes that travel patterns, demographics, and coastal communities are changing, affecting how the ferry system is used. Like ferry systems around the world, it faces challenges of maintaining ridership amid rising operating costs, and changing customer preferences. Future investments will look at providing greater interoperability of ferries between routes, reducing operating costs by implementing new technologies such as liquefied natural gas (LNG) fuelled and cable ferries, and allowing for alternative methods to connect coastal communities, such as passenger-only ferries and other service improvements.

“It is my understanding that the government

is taking the community consultation process very seriously and Ministry personnel are currently developing a plan for public consultations and community meetings likely to begin in early fall. Residents and local governments will have an opportunity to provide our perspective on what the Sunshine Coast reasonably requires in terms of affordable, efficient and sustainable ferry service.

Details on the upcoming consultation process will likely be made available during the summer.

In addition, government will seek public input to develop strategies to support a vision for connecting coastal communities.”

See this column next week for Part Two. In next week’s column, we will hear from Rob Clarke, CFO for BC Ferries who explains the challenges and the tradeoffs that will be necessary in order to make a passengeronly ferry service a reality.

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“The Foundation has received an extraordinary gift in excess of $1 million dollars from the estate of the late Donald E. Webster,” announced St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation Chair, Maureen Clayton. On hand to make the announcement were also Wendy Griffin, Secretary,

Ron Nelson, Treasurer and the Board of Directors.

Webster served Canadian Pacific Airline for 33 years, and then chose to retire on the Sunshine Coast. He was a resident of Sechelt for 24 years, often seen checking the Globe and Mail at the Sechelt Library, working in his garden and enjoying travels around the world with CP Air. Both Donald and his wife, Mary, were art lovers, accumulating paintings by Canadian artists as well as Inuit carvings.

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We’re so fortunate …

gentleman who had had a wonderful and full life, a middle-aged woman who was the victim of an accident ast weekend was one of and a young mother who the most emotional two leaves behind a 15 monthdays I can ever recall. I at- old son.

On the other hand, the tended three funerals/celebrations of life, the CCBA Home & Cottage Show was Home & Cottage Show and uplifting – a show of the my goddaughter’s dance creativity and energy by so performance. And, the sun many people on the Coast was shining (well, some of – businesses, of course, but also numerous volunteers. the time!).

What I’m left with as I And, the dance performance write this on Sunday eve- – well, watching the results ning is how easy it is to get of so many long hours of hooked into the “little stuff” practice and working toand forget how fortunate we gether by our children was 14, 2012 wonderful! all are for what June we have.

Despite the obvious sadThe funerals were emotionally draining – an elderly ness and grief of the occasion, I was struck by the comments family1018 and Randy of Wollen friends of the deceased - each Call on our experience were tireless volunteers and passionate about the wellbeing of our community. This Mayor, District of Sechelt

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2012 Property Taxation Notices have been mailed. 2012 property taxes payments are due Tuesday, July 3rd. Amounts outstanding as of July 4, 2012 will be subject to late fees.

If you have not received a 2012 notice for property that you own within the District of Sechelt by June 4th, contact the District Office. Property owners are reminded to check their eligibility for the Home Owner Grant. If eligible, residents may wish to consider applying for the grant before July 3rd to reduce the amount owing, even if not making additional tax payments.

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UPCOMING MEETINGS: WED., JUNE 20 & JULY 4 • 7:00 PM Regular Council Meeting FRI. JUNE 15 • 9:00 AM Special Council Meeting

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WED. JUNE 27 & JULY 11• 1:00 PM Committee of the Whole Meeting JULY 25 • 1:00 PM Annual General Meeting

The District’s 2011 Annual Report will be presented for consideration

by Council at this meeting. This meeting is open to the public and residents are welcome to attend and ask questions. In compliance with Sections 97, 98 and 99 of the Community Charter, the District’s 2011 Annual Report will be available in draft form at the District Office and on www.sechelt.ca as of June 30, 2012. The Annual General Meeting will be followed by a Committee of the Whole meeting.

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All this has me, admittedly, in a rather philosophical frame of mind.

I think some in our community do themselves, and all of us, a disservice by focusing on being negative – using their energy to complain and to criticize others.

We have so much to be grateful for – and so much potential to make Sechelt even better.

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echelt’s Shanti Thurber raced to a gold medal finish June 8, with the Shawnigan Lake School Junior Lightweight 4+ team at the 2012 Canadian Secondary School Rowing Championships (CSSRA) in St Catharines, Ontario.

An early contender for gold, Thurber and her teammates were still unsure going into the final, “Going into the final race we were all very nervous about if we would be able to medal even though we’d finished well in the semis,” said the grade 10 athlete.

In a neck-to-neck final, the team edged out their competition with a 7:47.99 finish, a full twosecond lead on their main competition from Ontario to capture the gold medal.

“When we won and rowed up to the grandstands, we were all near tears of joy.

Winning a race is an incredible feeling, especially when you aren’t expecting it!”

Having grown up in Sechelt but attending boarding school since last year, Thurber first learned to row when friends influenced her sport choice,

“I joined rowing because my roommates all enjoyed it so much and I thought that it would be a relaxing sport. However, going into my second term I knew I was wrong about the relaxing part but the fitness aspect made me enjoy it even more than I expected.”

As the ‘stroke’ seat for her boat, Thurber has the added responsibility of pacing her crew throughout the race. “My job is to keep the rhythm for the whole boat which can be pretty stressful. I have to be in tune with the starting gun to put the boat in motion for a good start but also find the surge at the end of the race to finish hard despite the exhaustion setting in.”

When at home in Sechelt, Thurber enjoys the small town feeling and the variety of outdoor activities at her doorstep such as kayaking and biking.

The CSSRA is held annually the first weekend of June at the Royal Canadian Henley Regatta in St. Catharines and is the largest high school regatta in Canada, and possibly North America.

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Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon and Premier Christy Clark celebrated the groundbreaking of a new larger $28.8-million house on the campus of BC Children’s and BC Women’s Hospitals. This new LEED Gold facility will be completed by late fall 2013 to serve a greater number of families across the province whose children are undergoing medical treatment.

“Our government is proud to support the invaluable work of Ronald McDonald House. This new facility will help an estimated 2,100 BC families every year during the most difficult circumstances a parent could ever imagine,” said Premier Clark. “The house allows families that are travelling from across the province for treatment at BC Children’s Hospital or Sunny Hill Health Centre to stay together, easing the emotional and financial strain for parents so they can focus on supporting and caring for their child.”

“The new house will be a

long-term investment in the community, and help more than 20,000 BC families in the first 10 years alone,” said Richard Pass, CEO of Ronald McDonald House BC and Yukon. “Thank you to our major donors including the Province of British Columbia. Without your support, this dream wouldn’t be possible. We will be able to serve so many more families and continue to never turn away a family in need.”

Ronald McDonald House BC and Yukon in Vancouver serves families from BC, Yukon and Western Canada. More than 700 of the 2,147 families that have stayed at the existing house in the last five years have been from Vancouver Island.

“When my daughter Katie climbed onto the bed in Room 13 and promptly fell asleep, we knew we were home,” said Eric, a father from Victoria. “Katie was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and RMH BC and Yukon understood that it was the little things that would help us find our footing while Katie underwent her treatment.”

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Gemini ( events are already sprouting May 21 – Jun 21) and will continue to reveal Th e time has come to take their influence over the next a leap of faith.

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Cancer ally synchronize with increased (Jun 21 – Jul 22) amounts of communications, Changes in your world have information exchanges and debates that will challenge our been rolling in steadily. These June 7, 2012 cherished convictions. Gemini have perhaps been opening is considered one of the more new doors and horizons. Yet difficult placements of Jupiter. they may have also left you It tends to coincide with the feeling less secure than you scattering of one’s focus and would like. Jupiter in Gemini to excess gossip and superficial will synchronize with the need June 14, 2012 thinking where more broad to exercise a deeper faith in the minded and philosophical rhyme and reason of your life thinking is warranted. This is and life in general. Aim to gain already a common issue in the mastery over your emotions world but it stands to increase and imagination. noticeably over the course of Leo the next year. Coming to a (Jul 22 – Aug 23) greater appreciation of the relaYour sights are set on the futivity of perceptions, facts and ture with added emphasis, as truths is one of the higher goals if all of a sudden. Stimulating to be achieved. your network for both practical and simply social reasons Aries is likely. Deciphering who are (Mar 21 – Apr 20) A major focus on home and/ your friends and who are the Legion friends of your friends will beor family is Gibsons likely keeping you 1024 busy. This trend will continue come increasingly important. for several weeks. This may not Make this a top priority over be the best time to venture too the next few months to activate far. The pace is about to quick- opportunities. en and extra efforts may be reVirgo quired to stay focused. At best, (Aug 23 – Sep 22) you will be able to tackle several Your career and public life projects at once and get some are experiencing a boost now. socializing in as well. June 14, 2012 The time has come to direct your focus more deliberately.

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ing all that you have done and achieved so far. This increased awareness will bring confidence to broaden your base.

Libra (Sep 22 – Oct 22) Stimulations of your intellect are inspiring you to reach higher somehow. Whether you are broadening your horizons, activating a brighter vision for the future, activating your higherminded awareness and/or feeling the call to learn and study, you feel enthusiastic about the possibilities. Tune-in now so you can invest wisely later.

Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21) Prior dreams, visions, beliefs and perceptions continue to fade away. This is a natural process and is healthy, even if confusing and challenging. If this is not happening somehow, there may actually be a problem.

Your main challenge now is to decide whether to answer the ‘higher call’ or to assert your will over current circumstances.

Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21) New doors are opening and this could prove to be a very exciting time. Yet you must also be flexible and be ready and willing to let go of old habits and life style rhythms and patterns that have served their time. This will prove to be an ongoing theme for a while, but if you begin now you will be a step or two ahead.

Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19) The focus upon health continues. Since this is simply the most valuable thing any person has, you are wise to pay extra attention now and over the course of the next 12 months or so. If you lack awareness or exercise wishful thinking regarding your health, the time has come to take a closer look.

A healthy diet, at least moderate regular exercise and supplementation will probably do it.

Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19) A creative wave is washing in.

It will inspire you to take a varietyAJ of key initiatives now and Pumps Sudoku 1024 over the course of the next year.

Doing so is more than simply ideal; it will give you momentum that you will be very glad for about this time next year. It is time to listen and learn more than speak and teach. Exercise a beginner’s mind and attitude.

Pisces ( Feb 19June – Mar 20) 14, 2012 The time has come to nurture a deepened state of confidence. The main focus surrounds your earning potential and/or array of talents and skills. Ideally you have made an inner commitment to slowly and surely achieve more knowledge and higher realizations. Feeding your soul this way is the other pole to raising your confidence levels regarding your abilities.

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Coast supports Maddie’s Monsters

Great summer programs at Gibsons library The Gibsons & District Library Foundation is sponsoring a children’s education program at the Gibsons Library this summer. The foundation has donated $2,000 to the library for the purchase of two IPads, which will be used for child education

in the areas of English language arts, science as well as art, music and creativity.

The program also includes bringing Science World to the library. This will be a gala Summer Reading Club event held on July 25. It is called “Science Surprises”, a collection of

Science World’s most popular, interactive demonstrations. Foundation chair John McNevin received a demonstration of the educational features of the IPad from chief librarian Michelle Southam at the cheque presentation.

Host families needed in Gibsons Host families are urgently needed to host students from Japan’s Kyoritsu High School, who will be visiting Gibsons from July 27 to Aug. 11, 2012.

Japanese exchange students hope several families will open their homes to a cultural sharing experience for 16/17 year-old Japanese girls visiting Elphinstone Secondary School.

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hoping that Gibsons’ families will open their doors to these international students. Jennefer LeBarge, MLI Homestay Coordinator for the Sunshine Coast explains, “The host families are like Canadian Ambassadors, showing the students the Canadian way of life.”

An honorarium of $30 per student per day is paid to the host family although LeBarge hopes that potential hosts look see it as an op-

portunity to meet and share friendships that last beyond the end of the visit. “The students just enjoy being in a Canadian family and experiencing how we live. It is all about getting the feeling of our culture. They go away from it with a better understanding of Canadian life,” she said. Anyone interested in hosting students can contact LeBarge at jennefer@dccnet.com or call her at 604 886-7891.

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Top prizes are Canucks tickets plus a night’s accommodation at Sutton Place Hotel, Whitecaps tickets

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44th Annual SEA CAVALCADE July 28 & July 29, 2012 Mark your calendars for FAMILY FUN and come help us make a great weekend for our community!!

PRE-FESTIVAL EVENTS:

VOLUNTEER & PARTICIPANT OPPORTUNITIES:

ON SATURDAY, JULY 28th:

Help make wonderful memories for everyone this year! We very much need people to help stage this wonderful family weekend! We require many helpers to make our events run smoothly and successfully. Can YOU help us??

• HOT DOG SALE at London Drugs • Sea Cavalcade RAFFLE TICKET SALES • PLANNING MEETINGS Monday’s at Cedars Inn, 7 pm • • • • • • • • •

Our Sea Cavalcade MILE RUN Our wonderful COMMUNITY PARADE Our fun-filled FAMILY DAY at Brothers’ Park Our special GOLDEN GIRLS Our luscious SALMON BARBECUE Our annual TREASURE HUNT Our FAMILY DANCE in Lower Gibsons Our fabulous FIREWORKS And many other FAMILY ACTIVITIES

ON SUNDAY, JULY 29th: • • • • • • •

Our ANNUAL PANCAKE BREAKFAST in Lower Gibsons Our KEATS ISLAND SWIM The COAST WOODEN BOAT SHOW at Holland Park Great FOOD and LIVE entertainment all day Open the TREASURE CHEST in Winegarten Park Our PARTY IN THE PARK at Dougall Park And other new activities for your family

Sea Cavalcade is a NON-ALCOHOL & DRUGS celebration for our town and the whole Sunshine Coast. Come and enjoy!

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• We need parade marshals, Sea Cavalcade merchandise sellers, auction helpers, equipment set-up helpers, activity helpers, food servers and numerous other helpers.

• We offer many benefits to you including fun, fellowship and friendship.

• Please select an activity and join us as a volunteer. You can call our volunteer coordinators, Caroline and Wayne Kline at 604-886-3377 or email to carolinekline12@gmail.com for more information.

• We hope you will come and join our happy group.

• Arts & Crafts-vendors/Educational Booths • Local entertainers • Parade participants • Raffle contributors and ticket sellers • Business window decorator entries • Family activity providers • And other ideas FROM YOU for our consideration

For more information please visit our website at www.seacavalcade.ca Email: seacavalcade@gmail.com or call Conchita at 604-886-9648 This is your ad proof in the next issue of

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“Skookumchuck, Sechelt, you learn tends to go right into rites along with some new Sasquatch, Sicamous” after a long-term memory that is songs she’ll be performing a walk through Skookum- pleasant. Music sets us up for at the Festival, comprise her chuck Provincial Park, and an easier adulthood – we have new ‘24 Carrot Diamond’ notes that summers spent on music to help us through the CD - a compilation of greatthe Coast “definitely influ- tough times.” est hits (available at Woods ence my music in so many ways, and also my approach to the environment.”

A featured performer at the Sunshine Coast Children’s Festival on Saturday, Oak Tree Market1024 June 23 at Dougall Park in Gibsons, Diamond’s appeal reaches across generations.

Many of her earliest fans plan to attend with grandchildren in tow, recapturing the joy of dancing to ‘I Am a Pizza.’

“I’m just tickled when PHOTO SUBMITTED June 14, 2012 these big grown-up kids come up and say ‘you had Diamond’s combination Gallery in Sunnycrest Mall me on stage so-and-so many of music and teaching skills and at the Festival). years ago.’ I’m delighted (honed through 15 years in This year, her third as they remember. A lot of kids front of the classroom before headliner for the Sunshine will stop me and start sing- she launched her career as a Coast Children’s Festival, ing, particularly the songs in performer) takes her around Diamond’s son Matt (elecFrench or Spanish – it’s part the world, performing and tric guitar and vocals) and of their long-term memory.” delivering keynote addresses keyboardist Bob Wishinski Diamond is intrigued by for conventions and confer- will join her onstage, delivthe link between language and ences of educators and those ering three-part harmony music, noting that learning a who work with children. treatments of Diamondsong in another tongue is an She recently delighted audi- studded favourites and inexcellent long-term memory ences in Belgium, switching troducing several new clastool. “It can help kids learn vo- effortlessly from French to sics. cabulary so easily. I think with English, and in Costa Rica Admission to the Sunmusic there is an emotional where she addressed an as- shine Coast Children’s Fesattachment, and when you sembly in Spanish. Dia- tival is free. Tax receipts for are emotionally involved what mond even sang the Octo- donations to the sponsorpus (Slippery Fish) song in ing agency, Sunshine Coast Norwegian at the Canadian Community Services SociBROUGHT TO YOU BY Embassy in Oslo on Canada ety, for1024 children’s programs Claytons crossword Day. She notes that a facility are appreciated. The event with music aids in the learn- includes non-stop entertain5. Lunatic ing of languages. ment from 10:30 to 3:30, 6. Iridescent gem Diamond loves revisiting activities for all ages, food 7. Choose her favourite songs with her concessions and of course 8. Association own grandchildren. “I love the famous Duck Pluck 9. German for “Mister” writing songs with them, Raffle prize draw wraps up 10. Light wood 11. Friendliness and just playing with music the afternoon.

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“Anything had to be better than last year’s race where we carried an extra 40 pounds of water in our back hatch during the kayak portion and dealt with a broken chain while biking,” recalls Allen. “This year was smooth sailing.

Riding up ‘Cardiac Hill’ for the second time during a thunderstorm was especially exciting!”

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Photo: Thrilled with a great ride - team ‘Go Mama Go’, just after crossing the finish line: Lisa Allen of Sechelt (left) Maude Leduc of Halfmoon Bay (right).

The Enduro Course included 10 km of kayaking, June 2012 six km of trekking, 18 7,km of mountain biking, a seven km orienteering stage through the SFU campus, followed by another six km of biking, then a three km Learnrun. to Cruise orienteering The 301021 km Sport CourseThis included is your a all the same elements, just in the next is 20 km shorter. The exact course route was only known to racers on race day, about an hour before the race began.

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UPCOMING EVENTS Halfmoon Bay Country Fair July 15th. Some Vendor spots available @ $20.00. Great Family Event. Entertainment, food, kids games. Fun for all. Over 1000 visitors. Terry 604-885-5035. teknight@telus.net p26 ‘My Heart’s in the Highlands’ Vivaldi Chamber Choir, Vancouver, performs traditional songs from the lands of the Celts, with Celtic harp and uilleann pipes.

Special appearance by soprano Sara Douglas. Sunday, June 17, 2:00pm, St. Hilda’s Anglican Church, Sechelt. Advance tix now at St.Hilda’s office (604-885-5019, M-F. 10-2), Sechelt Visitors’ Centre & Gaia’s Fair Trade, Gibsons. $15. www.vivaldichoir.org p24 RC Legion #219 Roberts Creek.

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P P February 5, 1949 - May 30, 2012 Dr. Alex Yen will forever be remembered and missed as a great teacher and a man of many honourable talents. Born in the Canton region of China, he celebrated his life in many ways and touched the hearts of others with his mastery in Traditional Chinese Medicine, martial arts and beautiful, artistic talents in oil painting.

Following his brave service in the Vietnam war as a Green Beret, he studied medicine and acupuncture in China for seven years. In 1979 he immigrated to Canada to join his family and became an accomplished Dental Technician. He dedicated himself to learning the martial arts once taught to him at a young age by his father with Grand Master Tae Ja Nim obtaining his 7th degree in Tae Kwon Do and Grand Master Park Jang Tae receiving his 4th degree in Hap Ki Do. The majority of his life was spent practicing TCM as an Acupuncturist and devoted most of his time to his students of the Yen-Style Martial Arts and Qi Gong. He loved to fish and was recognized as a revered artist. Several of his oil paintings hang in prestigious homes around the world.

Dr. Alex Yen is survived by his beloved children Christian and Alexander Yen, Saraya (Ryan) Cavill, and their mother Carol, his sister Ann (Pong Ku) Pak, his father Chan Fa and many extended family members and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held in his honour on Sunday, June 17, 2012 from 2-5pm at the Chaster House in Sechelt Farmer's Market 1024Gibsons, BC).

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LOCAL EVENTS FRIDAY, JUNE 15

•5:30pm. Egmont Movie Night. Kid movie 6:00pm, adult movie 8:00pm.

Free. Egmont Community Hall.

SATURDAY, JUNE 16

•9:00am. Egmont Day! Parade, fishing derby and dinner, A full day of fun at the Egmont Community Hall.

•9:00am-2:30pm. Sechelt Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market, end of Cowrie St. 604-885-8483 •10:00am. Grandmothers & GrandOthers are having a Father’s Day Pie Sale, Sunnycrest Mall in Gibsons.

Proceeds to the Stephen Lewis Foundation.

•10:00am. SC Pro Life Second Annual Walk & Celebration of Life. Registration 10:00am, 4km walk at 10:30am.

Meet at Hackett Park, Sechelt.

•2:00pm. Artists’ Reception for Carol Whittaker and Robert Mauel at Gibsons Public Art Gallery, Gower Point Rd, Gibsons. For more info 604-886-0531.

SUNDAY, JUNE 17

•10:00am. Gibsons and Area Kinsmen Club presents a Fathers Day Picnic & Car Show. Dougall Park, Gibsons. Food, music, trophies. Free event, All Welcome!

•10:00am-3:00pm. Gibsons Sunday Market. Holland Park, Gower Point Rd. 604-886-3762 •2:00pm. ‘My Heart’s in the Highlands’ performed by the Vivaldi

Chamber Choir, Vancouver at St. Hilda’s, Sechelt. Call 604-885-5019 for tickets. www.vivaldichoir.org MONDAY, JUNE 18

•1:00pm. Gibsons Seniors Society monthly birthday lunch at Harmony Hall. No charge, open to all.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 20

•3:00pm-6:00pm. Farm Gate Market.

Roberts Creek Community Hall. onestraw.ca or 604-741-9859.

THURSDAY, JUNE 21

•5:00pm-8:00pm. Summer Carnival at West Sechelt Elementary School, 5609 Mason Rd. •5:00pm-9:00pm. Opening of Sechelt Night Market. Cowrie Street, downtown Sechelt. For further info call 604-885-9611. secheltdowntown.com FRIDAY, JUNE 22

•1:00pm-7:00pm. St. John’s United Artists are holding their Summer Art Show. St. John’s United Church, 5085 Davis Bay Rd. ‘Meet the Artists’ Reception from 4:00pm-7:00pm.

•5:30pm. Egmont Movie Night. Kid movie 6:00pm, adult movie 8:00pm.

Free. Egmont Community Hall.

Art Show. St. John’s United Church, 5085 Davis Bay Rd. •10:30am-3:30pm. 11th Annual Children’s Festival & Duck Pluck. Entry by donation. Dougall Park, The Landing, Gibsons. 604-885-5881.

•1:30pm-3:30pm. Strawberry Tea Plus! at St. Hilda’s Church, Sechelt.

•7:00pm. Talk on Egypt with Roberta Mauel. Limited seating - by donation. Gibsons Public Art Gallery.

•9:00pm. The REUNION Concert with 3 of House Music Masters at Roberts Creek Hall. Fundraiser for Up in the Air Theatre. For more info join Facebook: Westcoast Multimedia Services Group.

SUNDAY, JUNE 24

•10:00am-3:00pm. Gibsons Sunday Market. Holland Park, Gower Point Rd. 604-886-3762 •7:30pm. Sunshine Coast Guitar Society. Rockwood Centre, Sechelt.

604-740-5938 or 604-886-0031.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27

•3:00pm-6:00pm. Farm Gate Market.

Roberts Creek Community Hall. onestraw.ca or 604-741-9859.

•9:00am-2:30pm. Sechelt Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market, end of Cowrie St. 604-885-8483 •10:00am-5:00pm. St. John’s United Artists are holding their Summer

•5:00pm-9:00pm. Sechelt Night Market (rain or shine). Cowrie Street, downtown Sechelt. For further info call 604-885-9611. secheltdowntown.com

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Jazz artist Ali Milner

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Ruthie Boehm presented a beautiful big basket last week from the Sunshine Coast Avalon Women’s Centre to lucky winner Amanda West from Pender Harbour. West was one of many who entered the draw for the gift basket in support of the Centre at a membership drive held on Saturday, May 26 at the Trail Bay Centre in Sechelt. Centre volunteer staff extend their gratitude to those who generously donated items for the draw.

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Personal alcohol tax exempt British Columbians can now bring liquor back into BC from other Canadian provinces and territories without paying additional taxes, announced Minister Rich Coleman June 7.

Currently, BC does not allow personal interprovincial alcohol importations without the requirement to pay BC taxes. This change means BC residents can now bring back up to one case of wine, four bottles of spirits, and a combined total of six dozen beer, cider and coolers from other provinces for personal consumption.

this talented Jazz singer.

Ali Milner, who hails from Whistler, has performed with such renowned artists as Alana Miles, Ron Sexsmith, Michael Buble, and has opened for the Bare Naked Ladies. And it was easy to see why she is now one of Canada’s hottest rising stars. Her rendition of ‘At 17’ earned her a standing ovation in the restaurant. This young redhead, now only 22 years old, has been singing professionally since she was 15.

Milner was only one of the great artists who came to the Sunshine Coast for the Gibsons Jazz Festival. One of the organizers, Linda Williams, told The Local that Jazz Festival organizers always try to feature both seasoned off-

Coast performers and local talent because, “Our local musicians are so talented that we need to showcase them as often as we can.”

Following Milner’s performance at Leo’s, the Creek Big Band tuned up at Winegarden Park in Gibsons Landing for another excellent performance. They played for the 100 plus audience members who gathered to sit on the grass and enjoy both music and sunshine. Celso Machado, Anagram Quartet with Howard Anderson finished off the Winegarden Park performances but the Jazz Vespers, who performed at St. Bart’s Church at 4 pm, was a moving end to a memorable Jazz weekend.

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he Kinsmen Hall in Gibsons was the first venue that opened the weekend-long Gibsons Jazz Festival on Friday June 8 with Martini Madness; a Jazz history clinic with Alan Matheson was also held at the Kinsmen Hall but on June 9 and the weekend just took off from there. Saturday saw no less than five daytime performances in Dougall Park, featuring Rakish Angles, Martella/Matheson Quartet, Gord Grdina Trio, Tunnel Six and Deanna Knight and the Hot Club of Mars. The evening audience at Benjamin’s Restaurant in Sunnycrest Mall was treated to an always-excellent performance by the Jazz Group of Seven, with Shuffle Demons from Toronto featured at Roberts Creek Hall that evening as well.

Sunday started off with a young off-Coast performer.

When she sat down at the keyboard in Leo’s Tapas and Grill Restaurant on Sunday, June 10 and began to play ‘Georgia on My Mind’, the audience stopped eating just to hear

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OPEN HOUSES Multi-days: Watermark Sechelt 7 days a week, 10 am- 4 pm Saturday June 16 7963 Wildwood Road Halfmoon Bay, Sat June 16, 11:00- 1:00 Corinne Stones/Marc Goodwin 5671 Rutherford Rd Halfmoon Bay Sat June 16, 1:30-3:30 Corinne Stones/Marc Goodwin 6210 Sitka Road Sechelt Sat. June 16 10:30-12 noon Bob Michor

5415 Thimbleberry Rd Sechelt Sat June 16, 10:30-12 noon Bob Michor

5422 Derby Rd. Sechelt Sat June 16, 1:30-3:30 Julie Hegyi

5833 Trail Ave. Sechelt Sat June 16, 11:00- 1 pm Julie Hegyi

5817 Deerhorn Dr, Sandy Hook Sat. June 16 2:30-4 pm Bob Michor

2028 Porter Road Roberts Creek Sat. June 16, 12 noon – 2 pm Bob Michor

Sunday June 17 229 7th Street Gibsons Sun June 17, 1:00 – 3 pm Allen D. Stevenson

5733 Genni’s Way Sechelt Sat June 16, 12:30-2 pm Bob Michor

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269 Arbutus Reach Road Gibsons, Sun. June 17, 1:00- 3:00 Rob Jardine, Fran Miller In Attendance

$469,000 OPEN SAT. 11:00 - 1:00 PM 7963 Wildwood Road, Halfmoon Bay Great energy efficient family home in Welcome Woods. New Roof, Pre-Sale Bdg Inspection Report avail., One Owner, First Time on Market!

Call Corinne Stones/Marc Goodwin at 604.740.2726

$629,000 OPEN SAT. 1:30 - 3:30 PM 5671 Rutherford Road, Halfmoon Bay Well cared for home close to Historic General Store.New Roof, Professionally Painted, Floor Plans avail., Incl. 22’ boat slip at community dock.

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Leslee Cooper • 604-741-7800 • leslee@pacificlifestyles.ca $399,000

$579,000 incl. HST 1444 Gem Place, Roberts Creek NEW home on ½ Acre culdesac lot in lower Creek. Hardwood floors, granite countertops, open plan. Easy access from double garage to level living, 2 extra beds and den up.

Reduced: $629,000 3716 David Dr. Roberts Creek Fabulous architecturally designed home steps to Henderson Beach. 3 levels, lots of windows and light, open plan. 3 bedrooms & den, PLUS 1 bedroom suite.

Perfect family home!

$599,000 2931 Grauman, Roberts Creek Magical private 4.6 forested acres, minutes from Golf Course & Heart of Creek, surrounds Craftsman’s own 3 bedroom home with exquisite finishings and south-facing deck.

Sunday June 17th, 2012 1pm-3pm 229 7th Street Pristine Rancher situated on a 3/4 acre property located 1 block from Gibsons nicest beach. Georgeous gardens surround the house that overlooks the Chaster Creek green belt. Open and bright living area with Napeoleon wood burning insert. Soaked in sunlight all day long this property is a great opportunity for someone looking for a home or cottage they can move right into.

Allen D. Stevenson, Sutton West Coast, Direct: 604-740-1923, Toll Free & Fax: 1-888-744-1923

$199,000 $649,000 430 South Fletcher, Gibsons NEW Vernon-Summerhill Custom-designed home in Bay area is super Energy Efficient and has stunning finishing.

Contemporary quality with 3 bedroom up & 3 bd garden suite.

$749,000 481 Central Granthams Lding Spectacular VIEW home on double lot with putting Green, 2500 sq ft 3 bed 3 bath. Vaulted ceilings, hardwood and heated tile flooring, gas & wood fireplaces, top quality.

REDUCED $424,900 684-686 Truman Road, Gibsons Investment opportunity: Legal Duplex Rancher in Harbour area on large lot. Walk to Lower Gibsons.

Updated and easy to rent with 2 bedrooms on each half.

Open by appointment Gambier Island Getaway Calling all Vacationers. Sun Soaked half acre lot situated a short walk from the New Brighton Ferry terminal. 2 bedroom cottage with some beautiful updates including a new bathroom and stainless steel appliances. Large detached garage/workshop has great potential to be converted to a sleeping cabin or artist’s studio. Septic, electricity and a drilled well give you all the services that you need to be able to enjoy this retreat year round. Call today for a private tour and leave the cares of the mainland behind you.

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5481 Eureka Road, Halfmoon Bay Incredible Value!

Beautiful Gated Entry Waterfront Home

$799,000 Sophisticated Rancher

World Class Waterfront 3 bedroom Mediterranean style Rancher echoes the sea and the sky.Everything the most discerning buyer expects and is met with top quality construction,radiant infloor heat,brand new deluxe kitchen,all new custom wood cabinetry,granite,mosaic tile backsplash,& new stainless steel appliances.Exterior features lifetime metal & tile roof, spacious sundeck & hottub. .85 of an acre of fenced southwest exposure.Solid steps lead to stunning picture perfect beach from your waterfront paradise great for crabbing, swimming and boating.Zoning allows a guest cottage great for visiting friends and family.

397 Vernon Place, Gibsons

$899,900

This distinctive home is named Harvest House and it was a sucessful B&B. The entire main level is a sophisticated rancher style with separate entry designed for the B&B. Thoughtfully designed so the upstairs bedrooms can be enjoyed as luxury suites for guests or family. This is a stunning home with high vaulted ceilings, granite countertops,lots of floor to ceiling windows,kingsized master bedroom with grand ensuite & deluxe walkin closet.Most rooms impressively feature lovely gas fireplaces. Custom features throughout to take in south & west exposure.Gorgeous grounds & gardens plus wonderful views. Beautiful Bonniebrook Beach very close by.

629 Glen Road, Gibsons

Heritage Hills Prime Location and Views!

Great Location, Great Views,Great Buy in Heritage Hills!2 bedroom, 1 bath cottage with sundeck features lovely yard with lane access. Very private & low maintenance loads of charm & character with lots of potential. Invest in this sought after neighbourhood which features lots of restored beautiful heritage homes & great neighbours.Perfect for Weekend Getaway to enjoy now with so much potential in the future.This is a Great holding property

$399,000 #14 838 North Rd Gibsons

Lovely Corner unit with fenced yard move in ready!

Wonderful level entry updated rancher/ style corner unit in central level walking location. Open and airy feel,2 bedrooms, 1 bath featuring high quality updates, real hardwood floors, lovely paint and gas fireplace.Very Private and quiet settling.Level walking neighbourhood close to ferry and shops features new fencing in the southfacing spacious backyard with paved patio

$259,900 Unit 4 450 Marine Drive Lower Gibsons

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WATERFRONT GIBSONS LANDING Remarkable location Sunny 2 bedroom, 2 bath Condo overlooking the beach with upfront sensational Harbour, Island and Mountain Views. Rare opportunity in prime Lower Gibsons Landing with shops, beaches, seawalk at your doorstep.Large sundeck, dreamy layout w rooms designed for relaxation and boat watching. Tastefully updated w hardwood floors. Building totally rainscreened and features 10 year Warranty.

Incredible price for Waterfront come and see! Includes separate storage unit and covered parking.

$399,000

www.BobMichor.com 604-740-4735 • bmichor@gmail.com Open House — Sat, Jun 16 • 10:30am-12:00pm

Open House — Sat, Jun 16 • 10:30am-12:00pm

5733 Genni’s Way, Sechelt

5415 Thimbleberry Place, Sechelt

6210 Sitka Road, Sechelt

$329,900

Open House — Sat, Jun 16 • 12:30pm-2:00pm

15 year old 1366 sq/ft rancher in new bare land strata subdivision at Porpoise Bay Trails with boat and RV storage. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and only 1 block to Sechelt Inlet beaches. MLS V920190 Off Yew Road, Sechelt

$489,000

This new 1946 sq/ft rancher has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with in floor heating, granite counter tops, heat pump system and covered patio area. This home is in the new Porpoise Bay Trail subdivision. Easy walking distance to Sechelt Inlet Beaches. MLS V920193.

Off Yew Road, Sechelt

$459,000

5 year old well maintained custom home in a great location within blocks of down town Sechelt. Home offers large open floor plan with amazing kitchen, large island, granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances. The stunning master suite has a huge walk in closet. The home is move in ready and has upgraded landscaping and patio in a private yard. MLS V938121

Open House — Sat, Jun 16 • 2:30pm-4:00pm 5817 Deerhorn Drive, Sechelt

$425,000

Sechelt Inlet and mountain views go through this open plan home with floor to ceiling windows. 1000 sq/ft contemporary low maintenance living. This is Sandy Hook living at its best, being close to Inlet beaches, trails and marina. Large deck allows you to take it all in. MLS V935131

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Off Yew Road, Sechelt

Open House — Sat, Jun 16 • 12:00pm-2:00pm

5926 Harbour Way, Sechelt

2028 Porter Road, Roberts Creek

$429,000

Amazing ocean view treed 4.82 acres zoned for 2 homes on spring fed well.

The existing 1997, 924 sq/ft, 2 bedroom mobile is well kept and maintained. The private setting and gentle slope has existing trails. New private deck facing the woods. MLS V927010

LOTS FOR SALE Lot 41 Mountainview Road, Pender Harbour

$549,900

.6 acres of spectacular Sechelt Inlet view waterfront, close to Sechelt, golf course, arena and schools. If you like gardening this is the property for you. Cottage features high vaulted pine ceiling, maple cabinets and flooring. Property is large enough for a second home and a shop, on city sewer plus private community marina at your doorstep. MLS V929104

BUSINESSES FOR SALE Gibsons Auto Body

This lot in Cove Cay Estates has easy building site, privacy and recreation at your door step. This very quiet neighbourhood had municipal water, hydro and phone available. Located close to Ruby Lake, Pender Harbour Golf Course and Marina. MLS V 915906 $89,900

Gibsons Auto Body in business for over 25 years with the same owners.

Excellent family business in Gibsons, price includes all equipment, supplies and long term lease.

7488 Sechelt Inlet Road, Sechelt

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Treed lot in Tuwanek across the road from the Waterfront! Close to beach access, scuba sites, cross country skiing and hiking trails. Property will suit small cottage or manufactured home. Approved 16 x 12 building site.

Beach and boat launch near by. MLS V937854 $76,900

Lots 11 or 12 Whitaker Road, Davis Bay

Two Davis Bay view lots right around the corner from Pier 17 and Davis Bay beach. The lots are located on lower side of road adjacent to each other, great family of investment buy. Build your Sechelt view home just around the corner from the beach! from $224,000 MLS V920466 & V920467

$1,299,000 4590 Pinehaven Place, Pender Harbour

Top quality well built Waterfront home in Whittakers at Pender Harbour. Home offers high vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, and granite counter tops with top end appliances in an open gourmet kitchen, pella wood windows, heat pump, air-conditioning, emergency generator. Large custom wood deck off the master bedroom. wood burning fireplace with stunning rack facing, 5 pc master bath, hot tub and much more. Steps away from year round secure moorage. MLS V955554

Featured Listing

$129,000

Locally owned destination based dive centre that has been in operation for 14 years. Full service facility offering retail sales, training, gear rentals, dive charters and travel.

$999,900

$129,900

$999,900

Sechelt Ice

Sechelt Ice business and new building. 3200 sq/ft building on sib lands close to downtown Sechelt. Price includes building, equipment and cube van.

$517,000

7687 Tuwanek Trail, Sechelt

West facing Sechelt Inlet Waterfront at it’s best! Beautiful pebble beach, year round secure moorage. Private and quiet property with 4 bedroom home with a suite at www.awaterfrontsuite.com The owners have lived in the home for more than thirty years. Truly a magical spot! MLS V931920

OPEN HOUSE LISTINGS 5833 TRAIL AVE, SECHELT 11 AM UNTIL 1 PM SAT., JUNE 16 Wonderful family home with lg 1 bdrm REV suite. Very private, level and sunny garden + xlg detached dbl garage.

NEW LISTINGS 6067 South Gale

Offered at $415,000

Offered at $415,000

Offered at $335,000

3 bdrm/ 3 bath on a 3 level split. Fantastic neighbourhood, close to schools, bus, tennis club, golf course, boat launch and Marina. This home shows beautifully!

Lovely private back patio & gardens.

By appointment only.

5796 Medusa Street 5422 DERBY RD, SECHELT 1:30 until 3:30 SAT., JUNE 16TH Excellent family home 11/2 blocks to beach, walking distance to schools, bus & shopping. Many new updates, windows, flooring, doors, decks, lighting, kitchen and bathrooms, Excellent value here and in move in condition.

Offered at $369,000

Julie Hegyi at 604-740-2164 • Sutton

Great investment opportunity here, 2 homes in one! 2 completely separate homes both with separate entrance and private gardens. Back house is a 1bdrm +loft/ office. Front home is a 2 bdrm, 1 bath + lvg & family room. Located in the Village and walking distance to town. By app’t. only, need 24hrs. notice for showings.

269 Arbutus Reach Rd. Gibsons

OPEN SUNDAY 1-3PM. Beautiful contemporary 3 bedroom, 3 bath home on Gibsons Bluff with great views. Stunning main level with lots of light. One of Gibsons finest neighbourhoods.

Call Rob Jardine 604-886-2670. MLS# V940349 Fran Miller in Attendance

KEATS ISLAND OCEAN VIEW COTTAGES & BLDG LOTS

468 Gavin Rd- $299,000-VIEW!!

453 Collingwood - $245,000-VIEW!!

409 Gavin Rd- $125,000-Filtered view Lot 18 Collingwood- $159,000- VIEW!!

Lot 1 Forin Rd - $115,000-Potential view!!

Lot 22 St Andrews St. $344,900

One of the finest half acre lots on the Sunshine Coast. Prestigious Morningstar Estates, boasts “The View” over Howe Sound & the North Shore. This serviced lot offers privacy & stunning exposure, only a short distance to Gibsons, and Langdale ferry terminal.

GaryLittle 4 units

Call Neil Sandy for details: 604-989-6345 MLS# V940349

GIBSONS 4PLEX $599,000

Investors take note! Gross $49,000, 7% Cap rate!

Excellent multifamily Income producer well located in upper Gibsons area close to ferry, shops, schools and rec center. Full details available from listing salesperson. Dont miss out on this rare opportunity.

Call Neil Sandy at 604-989-6345