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Doctors don’t like two hospitals, one staff concept KRISTEN DOUGLAS CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR

Doctors worry services at the Campbell River hospital will slowly disappear if the Vancouver Island H e a l t h Au t h o r i t y (VIHA) goes ahead with a plan for two new hospitals.

Doctors are particularly concerned with the wording in a letter penned by Dr. Grant Hollett, VIHA’s director of planning and community engagement. Hollett’s letter was sent to Campbell River doctors as a draft example of what VIHA was asking the doctors to sign, to show support for the hospital project.

“One problem with this letter was the one hospital model on two sites,” said Dr. Roy Minaar, who chaired a Campbell River hospital medical staff meeting Tuesday night. “I don’t really know what that means, it’s open to interpretation. But I believe acute care services will all go to one site and it won’t be Campbell River.”

Hollett’s letter revealed VIHA plans to have the physicians in Campbell River and the doctors in the Comox Valley working

together as one cohesive unit.

“This project provides us with an excellent opportunity to create a new medical staf f collaborative model between both communities that will maximize the quality and access of our services,” reads the letter.

The project, which still needs approval from the provincial government, calls for a new hospital in Campbell River, located on the current hospital site on 2nd Avenue, and a new hospital in the Comox Valley. The cost of the project is estimated at $550 million. Campbell River doctors, however, have become skeptical of VIHA’s plans because of what they say has been a lack of information.

“A major concern is that, as we all know, it seems the hospital that Campbell River will end up with will be smaller and will certainly not be able to offer all the services that the facility in Courtenay/Comox will,” said Dr. Duncan Douglas in a letter to local medical staff. “I doubt the average person in Campbell River is aware of this and the public outcry and backlash once this becomes

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a reality is something we do not want to be a part of and certainly never want to be seen as being in any way responsible for, which will be exactly what will happen if we sign off on this question.”

Dr. Aref Tabarsi, a pathologist at Campbell River hospital, said he disagrees with the two hospital, one staff model because it leaves physicians vulunerable.

“When we are the staff of both hospitals, we have no choice but to go where the employer (VIHA) deems we are needed,” Tabarsi wrote in a letter to the medical staff. “In addition, with the written North Island hospital project/plan that says very clearly all the specialty (re gional) services including 24/7 trauma level III would be located at Comox Valley hospital, where do you think the direction

of staff movement is going to be? It is quite obvious that is going to be south to Comox Valley.

“It seems after six years of hard work, VIHA has never deviated from its original agenda of taking all the specialty services out of Campbell River,” Tabarsi said. “I simply would like to know why VIHA is pushing for one medical staff, so hard, to a degree that if not realized the new two hospital plan for North Island would fall through.

“If that is the case, I personally prefer status quo. I simply do not wish to pay more taxes to replace our current functioning hospital with a brand new old age home care.”

VIHA’s concept paper for the new hospitals says Campbell River hospital can expect an increase of 30-35 beds, for a total of 90-95 and

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Coun. Claire Moglove, who sits on the Comox Strathcona Regional Hospital Board said she has been reassured that Campbell River will not lose any of its current services.

“I’ve seen diagrams of services at the two hospitals and I don’t have the same feeling that we’re being led down the garden path,” Moglove said.

Dr. John Penhall told the group of medical staff it should wait and see what VIHA’s plans are before hitting the panic button.

“We can’t be conspiracy theorists,” Penhall said. “I don’t think they’re out to get us.

This needs to be taken up at a political level.”

Mayor Walter Jakeway said city council will fight for a new hospital that fits the community’s needs and will take the battle to the provincial government.

“I think you should leave it up to us, it’s the only way to turn it

around and they’ll listen,” Jakeway told the medical staff. “We’ll go over (VIHA CEO) Howard’s (Waldner) head.

The doctors don’t need to fight the battle, we’ll pick it up. We’ll go after Victoria.”

In the end, Dr. Joe Krysl made a motion for Campbell River medical staff to write an open letter to the Minister of Health and Waldner asking for new infrastructure for the North Island, with two new hospitals appropriate to each community’s needs, and expressing that the model put forward

by VIHA is not appropriate and further that the planning process to date has been fraught with lack of communi-

cation, transparency and inclusiveness. The motion passed unanimously. Jakeway said council would also sign the letter.

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VIHA backs off signature demand KRISTEN DOUGLAS CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR

Campbell River doctors say the Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA) tried to coerce them into signing off on the new hospital project but now VIHA has changed its mind.

On Monday, North Island MLA Claire T reve n a i s s u e d a release saying the doctors were being pressured into supporting a new hospital without the full assurance it would meet the needs of the community.

Trevena went so far as to say VIHA CEO Howard Waldner demanded the physicians agree to the proposed hospital by the beginning of this week or the project would be “scuttled entirely.”

Waldner was scheduled to attend a meeting with the Campbell River hospital medical staff on Tuesday night but cancelled 24 hours before the meeting.

“There was a meeting called by VIHA executive to discuss an agreement to the two North Island hospitals project,” said Dr. Roy Minaar, who chaired Tuesday’s meeting.

“But we had a telephone conference with Mr. Waldner yesterday

and he felt it was no longer necessary.

Minaar said Waldner told him VIHA really only needed a letter of support from the Comox Valley physicians, as media reports in the Valley surfaced that some politicians wanted to revisit the single, regional hospital model, and that the Treasury Board would proceed without a letter from Campbell River.

Waldner told the Mirror early Monday afternoon that VIHA did receive a letter of support from doctors in the Comox Valley and that there was “absolutely no compulsion” on the Campbell River physicians to do the same.

However, Waldner did say the province may look more favourably on VIHA’s business case, a comprehensive document outlining the project, and grant VIHA the capital funding it requires to build the new facilities, if it had support from Campbell River.

“Personally if I was thinking of funding a capital project and the folks up there did not support it, I might think twice about it,” Waldner said.

Dr. Chuck Mahoney said he found it curious

how Waldner seemed to change his mind so quickly.

“I was quite surprised listening to Mr. Waldner’s telephone call last night,” said Mahoney, who noted that the group of local doctors who met with Waldner earlier in the month came back with the impression they would have to support the project or risk having things fall apart.

“And then last night, he says ‘it’s okay, we don’t need your support.’”

Mahoney said even if the doctors were still required to send a letter of support, he wouldn’t as he is concerned Campbell River will be left out if VIHA goes ahead with a one hospital on two sites plan which was outlined in the business case.

“I think I would vote against accepting a proposal with this gover nance model tied to it,” Mahoney said. “We’ll always be a minority group in a single medical staff.”

Dr. Jennifer Grace, a site chief at the hospital, said Campbell River would likely lose its trauma services under that type of model.

“I think Comox has a lot to gain because it’s getting a bigger and

better hospital,” Grace said. “I think Waldner’s tone changed because this is a political game.

They thought this was a joyous occasion but it’s turned into a media nightmare. We’ve been given an ultimatum to agree to one hospital on two sites. If we said no and the whole model collapsed it would be an unfortunate circumstance.”

Mayor Walter Jakeway said the very fact Waldner pulled out of the meeting with Campbell River medical staff says a lot.

“His very decision that he didn’t have to come here today shows he’s totally misread the situation,” Jakeway said. “My concern is that as soon as they get the funding they’ll (VIHA) stop listening because they’re not really even listening right now. I think we have to cut them off at the pass.”

Jakeway told the medical staff he’s confident the province will accept VIHA’s business case and provide funding for the hospitals.

“I can’t believe the Liberal government is just going to ignore it,” Jakeway said. “It would be political suicide for them to not do this. This is a swing riding – it’ll happen.”

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3X14 CITY CURRENTS COMMUNITY UPDATE DECEMBER 23, 2011

NOTICE OF REVITALIZATION TAX EXEMPTION Pursuant to secƟon 227 of the Community Charter, Council for the City of Campbell River gives noƟce that Council proposes to adopt Downtown RevitalizaƟon Tax ExempƟon Amendment Bylaw No 3472, 2012.

The reasons for and objecƟves of the bylaw are to promote the revitalizaƟon of the area of downtown shown on the plan below (the “Special Commercial Area”) through the development and redevelopment of commercial buildings.

The bylaw is intended to accomplish these objecƟves by providing developers or redevelopers of commercial buildings within the Special Commercial Area with an enhanced tax exempƟon that would not otherwise be applicable to development or redevelopment of commercial buildings in City Centre Downtown (as deĮned in Downtown RevitalizaƟon Tax ExempƟon Bylaw No. 3392, 2009).

The amount of the tax exempƟon that would be provided in respect of the development of new commercial buildings within the Special Commercial Area is 100% of the municipal property tax imposed on the improvement.

The amount of the tax exempƟon that would be provided in respect of the redevelopment of commercial buildings within the Special Commercial Area is 100% of that porƟon of municipal property tax imposed on the improvement which increases as a result of the BriƟsh Columbia Assessment Authority increasing the assessed value of the improvement more than the average increase in assessment within City Centre Downtown (as deĮned above) for that class of improvements.

The maximum term of a tax exempƟon that would be provided in respect of the development or redevelopment of commercial buildings within the Special Commercial Area is 5 years.

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Food bank shelves well stocked MIA HEITLAND

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There shouldn’t be anyone going hungry this Christmas season in Campbell River, thanks to the generosity of the community, says food bank manager Ann Minosky.

“I think I’ve got everyone. I don’t think anyone is going to go h u n g r y, ” M i n o k s y said Wednesday, with the final distributions

for the holiday season already out the door.

And with the holiday meals already in the hands of the needy, the shelves at the food bank are full to start the new year. While the food bank is reporting that demand has been up this season, and more and more families have been using the service, donations have kept up with demand. “ C a m p b e l l R ive r seems to be the best

t ow n fo r g iv i n g , ” Minosky said. “My shelves are full. The only problem is where to keep it all.”

A successful food drive headed by radio personality Dave Reynolds of 99.7 The River, brought in enough donations to fill two truck trailers of food for Campbell River and a third, smaller truck for Gold River. As well, Reynolds’ River Relief truck drive met its goal

of bringing in 700 turkeys for the food bank and Salvation Army.

Food drives held at local schools and business, and donations from grocery stores have also helped stock the shelves.

The local food bank provides food packages to between 1,500 and 1,900 people per month, with about 40 per cent of the clients being children.

“T here’s lots of

families because people have lost jobs,” Minosky said.

The local food bank was also dealt a blow when a break in was reported at the building on Dec. 13. Staff were unable to determine at the time if anything was taken, and a police investigation continues.

The next distribution at the Campbell River food bank takes place Jan. 4, 2012.

Your Christmas present from the city: an extra can of garbage The City of Campbell River will carry on its annual holiday garbage tradition this year.

The week following Christmas residents can put out extra garbage cans, free of cost.

“From Dec. 26 to 30, Emterra (the city’s garbage contractor) will accept extra trash for curbside collection to help people clear away after the holidays,” said Jennifer Peters, the city’s utilities manager. That means no tags will be required

for extra containers, but the weight limit of 20 kilograms or 44 pounds still applies.

Meanwhile, garbage and recycling collection days will remain the same in 2012.

“Once a Monday route, always a Monday route...or a Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and so on,” Peters said.

“And all waste collection remains weekly so there’s no worries about what’s picked up when. That’s one less thing for people to try to remember as they

adjust to changes that tend to come with the new year.”

Anyone with questions about waste collection is encouraged to contact Emterra at (250) 286-0211. Campbell River waste collection guidelines and map are posted on the city’s website, www. campbellriver.ca under Residents/Garba g e Recycling and Yard Waste. In the same location, people will also be able to see information to help them make the most of weekly unlim-

ited recycling, including pick-up of plastics #1-7. Residents are also reminded that an online directory (www.campbellriverrecycles.ca) provides current information about where people can return and repurpose more items than those picked up through curbside collection.

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| CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR | FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2011

WHO WE ARE: The Campbell River Mirror is published every Wednesday and Friday

by Black Press Ltd., 104-250 Dogwood St., Campbell River, B.C. V9W 2X9. Telephone: 250-287-9227; Fax: 250-287-3238.

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PUBLISHER: Zena Williams publisher@campbellrivermirror.com

EDITOR: Alistair Taylor editor@campbellrivermirror.com

Our View

Merry Christmas to our wonderful community The staff of the Campbell River Mirror would like to wish all our readers a Merry Christmas.

As a community, we’ve come through a tough economic stretch and instead of bringing us all down, all signs We say: We like indicate that we’re at least as appreciative of what we have to celebrate the living in this beautiful community season as much as we’ve ever been. as anybody We’ve also proven that economic difficulties make us no less generous than we’ve been in prosperous times. That’s a testament to the character of our community. We haven’t forgotten our less fortunate.

And of course, when we talk about community, that includes not only the city but the rural residents of this wonderful corner of the world. Christmas is a time of year when we take stock of what we value and who we want to be as individuals and as a community.

It’s the nature of the Christian-based traditions of the celebration to reflect on being the best we can be. It’s a characteristic of all religions and is a sentiment that people of all faiths – and people of no faith – can support. One of this community’s enduring characteristics is its willingness to strive for tolerance and appreciation of diversity. It’s a gift we can give ourselves.

As a predominantly Christian community, the majority of Campbell River area residents throw themselves into the seasonal celebration with as much gusto as anyone. And it must seem overwhelming to those who don’t subscribe to all of the traditions involved but this town likes to party so there’s no holding us back. The cynics come out at this time of the year as much as anybody but most of us are willing to give one part of the year over to celebrating higher human values. Who can argue with that?

So, Merry Christmas to all our readers and customers. Celebrate the great gift of life in a wonderful community.

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Our games are almost totally defined and shaped by their different rules.

Without rules, there wouldn’t be much difference between hockey, chess, or ping pong.

We would simply win all games by beating our opponents into submission.

Obviously, rules help us to learn and grow in many valuable ways. Most people easily understand this, because we’re taught from a very young age.

Many of my personal joys and values came to me from a different direction.

My dad first took me into Strathcona Park when I was seven years old, and I began to form many of the values and appreciations I still hold today.

The values of games and their necessary rules are second nature to most people.

We learn that our games are worth more to us as human beings if we voluntarily exclude unsuitable human behaviours.

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Dont forget to track Santa Claus on Christmas Eve

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For more than 50 years, NORAD and its predecessor, the Continental Air Defense Command (CONAD) have tracked Santa’s flight.

The tradition began in 1955 after a Colorado Springs-based Sears Roebuck & Co. advertisement for children to call Santa misprinted the telephone number. Instead of reaching Santa, the phone number put kids through to the CONAD Commanderin-Chief ’s operations “hotline.” The Director of Operations at the time, Colonel Harry Shoup, had his staff check the radar for indications of Santa making his way south from the North Pole. Children who called were given updates on his location, and a tradition was born.

In 1958, the governments of Canada and the United States created

a bi-national air defense command for North America called the North American Aerospace Defense Command, also known as NORAD, which then took on the tradition of tracking Santa. Since that time, NORAD men, women, family and friends have selflessly volunteered their time to personally respond to phone calls and emails from children all around the world. In addition, they now track Santa using the Internet. Millions of people who want to know Santa’s whereabouts now visit the NORAD Tracks Santa website: www.noradsanta.org. NORAD uses four hightech systems to track Santa – radar, satellites, Santa cams and fighter jets.

Tracking Santa starts with the NORAD radar system called the

North Warning System. This powerful radar system consists of 47 installations strung across the northern border of North America. On Dec. 24, NORAD monitors the radar systems continuously for indications that Santa Claus has left the North Pole. The moment that radar indicates Santa has lifted off, we use our second detection system. Satellites positioned in geo-synchronous orbit at 22,300 miles from the Earth’s surface are equipped with infrared sensors, which enable them to detect heat. Amazingly, Rudolph’s bright red nose gives off an infrared signature, which allows their satellites to detect Rudolph and Santa.

The third tracking system is the Santa cam network. We began using it in 1998, which is the year we put

our Santa Tracking program on the internet. Santa cams are ultra-cool, high-tech, high-speed digital cameras that are pre-positioned at many locations around the world. NORAD only uses these cameras once a year.

The cameras capture images and videos of Santa and his reindeer as they make their journey around the world. The fourth system is made up of fighter jets. Canadian NORAD fighter pilots flying the CF-18 intercept and welcome Santa to North America. In the United States, American NORAD fighter pilots in either the F-15, F-16 or the F-22 get the thrill of flying alongside Santa.

Once data is collected on Dec. 24, it is pushed into the Google Maps and Google Earth so that families all over the world can also follow Santa.

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City to adapt to aging population KRISTEN DOUGLAS CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR

The city is applying for funding to help the community adapt to an aging population.

City staff hope to use the money to do a “Walkability Inventory and Assessment” for seniors to identify and improve barriers to mobility for pedestrians, particularly seniors.

Ross Blackwell, the city’s land use manager, said in a report to council that it will reduce the “isolation and decline in physical activity” that some

seniors experience.

“It will also provide a more complete understanding of the gaps in the primary pedestrian system that service key locations in the community,” Blackwell said. “This permits an improved level of capital planning for related infrastructure upgrades.”

The grant monies have been made available by the province to local governments to assist in preparing for aging populations.

Council voted to apply for funding at its regular meeting last week.

Grants of up to

$20,000 are available to support community planning initiatives and community projects focused on age-friendly communities and the ability of seniors to age in their own community, Blackwell said.

“An age friendly community is a community where older people are supported to live active, socially engaged, and i n d e p e n d e n t l ive s through policies, services and structures designed to support them,” Blackwell said.

“The creation of agefriendly communities in B.C. builds on find-

ings from the World Health Organization’s Age-friendly Cities and the Canadian Agefriendly Rural and Remote Communities projects in 2007.”

A Walkability Inventory and Assessment in Campbell River will be used in the Master Transportation Plan which the city is in the process of updating.

“The grant will be applied to the creation of the primary formal and informal pedestrian routes and assess

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almost entirely from the exclusion of unsuitable human activities.

Although it seems hard to grasp that something can be made more valuable by excluding something else, it’s true.

It’s true for our games, and it’s true for our wilderness parks. The more unsuitable activities we allow

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them for actual and perceived barriers to mobility” such as broken pavement, missing sections of sidewalk, and overgrown vegetation, Blackwell said.

The results will be reported with an inventory tool that can be used in future efforts.

The grant program was launched by the B.C. government in 2004 but additional funding was contributed in 2007 and in 2011 to support a new round of grant funding.

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It’s official, 287 Taxi is the new face of airport shuttle service in Campbell River. “We’re excited,� said 287 Taxi office manager Deborah Helme. “It’s a new adventure for us.�

Helme said the company has been looking for expand for a while now, but wasn’t exactly sure how to do it. So when the Campbell

River Airporter was let go, 287 Taxi jumped on the chance to take over the airport shuttle service as it was already set up to do so. “One, it’s in our jurisdiction of coverage, number two, we have the vehicles to cover what is required and needed at the airport,� said Helme. “We have been working with the airport for probably a good year anyways now because we have the seating capacity in our

Police dog puts a bite on crime Two bungling thieves are licking their wounds after an RCMP dog handler let his four-legged partner make an early morning arrest last Wednesday.

buses that is required by the airlines for a lot of their trips back and forth to Comox, so that’s how that kind of fell into it.�

The name of the shuttle service will change to Campbell River Airport Shuttle, and customers can call 287TAXI, or a new number of 250-914-1010 to book a ride. And, Helme said a new toll free number is also in the works.

Besides the take over of the airport shuttle

Two males had stolen pornographic magazines from the 7-11 store on Dogwood Street and then went across the street and to break into the Fusilli Grill where they stole liquor. Police attended, a containment perimeter

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Drive Smart BC Peace on Earth, Good Will Toward Other Drivers I’ve “met” many interesting people in the past year in the course of writing my weekly road safety article. Whether you read it in your local newspaper, through your e-mail, by visiting the DriveSmartBC web site, tweeting with @DriveSmartBC or posting on DriveSmartBC’s wall on Facebook you have all taken the opportunity to state your views, ask for advice or make suggestions for future stories. I appreciate that you have taken the time to share with me.

Sharing is a big part of our lives during the Christmas season. There are presents for friends and family, charity for those less fortunate than we are and good wishes for everyone else. It’s a warm feeling and can often be created with very little effort though a gesture or a kind word.

My Christmas wish is that you all take this sharing feeling with you the next time you get behind the wheel and think about spreading that warm feeling on our highways. Lets all share the road together, follow the traffic rules not because we have to but because we want to, so that everyone can feel safer because of it. It is no small thing, and we can do it if we want to!

So, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you all! May 2012 be crash free for everyone. Remember, peace on earth and good will toward other drivers The author is a retired constable with many years of traffic enforcement experience. To comment or learn more, please visit www.drivesmartbc.ca.

Cst. Tim Schewe (Rtd.), DriveSmartBC

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The goal of the new provincial program is to provide increased access and less confusion for unemployed people seeking help, said Kent Larden, manager of employment services for NIEFS. “The beauty of this program is they’ve taken nine programs that were set up to serve nine clients groups and combined them into one,” Larden said. “Now there is one central point for unemployed clients to go to.”

With previous provincial programs, clients accessing services through one provider would not necessarily be able to access the services of another.

Now, NIEFS will subcontract with the other service providers and be able to refer clients to them.

According to a press release from the province, NIEFS will work with a number of other organizations including Community Futures Development Corporation of Strathcona; Campbell River Multicultural and Immigrant Services Association; Opportunities Career Services; and other regional com-

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munity and Aboriginal service organizations.

The new Employment Program of BC will serve all British Columbians who are eligible to work in Canada and seeking employment, and will be delivered through Work BC Employment Services Centres across the province starting in April. The contract is in place for five years.

The local centre, run

by NIEFS, will offer services including: job search and resume help; re-training and skills upgrading; and career planning services from offices at 870C 13th Ave., Campbell River, as well as through phone, internet and satellite locations. Job seekers won’t need to wait until April to seek help, as NIEFS continues to offer employment services under its present model. For more information visit NIEFS.net or call 250-286-3441.

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Salmon farmers know what they want for Christmas BC’s salmon farmers have a New Year’s wish…accelerated regulatory streamlining as they enter year two under federal jurisdiction.

BC Salmon Farmers Association (BCSFA) Executive Director M a r y E l l e n Wa l l ing says delays in the review of license amendments has created challenges for BC companies.

“The single-year fishing licenses granted now create uncertainty for the businesses,” she added. “I hope to see more streamlining of the regulatory process in 2012.”

In February 2009, the BC Supreme Court ruled that aquaculture should be under federal regulatory control rather than the previous provincially-led regulatory program.

Following an extension in early 2010, the official transfer date was Dec. 18, 2010.

While the regulated requirements for BC’s salmon farms stayed the same in many areas as they were under provincial control, there were alterations that needed to be worked through such as changes in staff con-

tacts, reporting procedures and inspection processes.

“The transition last year was a big one. It required a lot of work from many people,” Walling says. “We look forward to seeing these regulations settle more into place as we continue to move forward.”

One of the biggest changes from a public perspective has been has been quarterly reporting of information about egg imports, sea lice, marine mammal interactions, incidental catch and escapes. Walling says BCSFA feels this additional reporting is a good step, though it has been challenging to put in context since the industry is the only BC food production sector providing this level of data publicly.

“Salmon far mers are always looking for ways to improve our business. That means making sure our operations are sustainable but also enabling our businesses to continue to be successful,” Walling says. “We hope to continue working with DFO to find clear paths that ensure all parties’ expectations are met.”

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Vancouver Island musicians are urged to submit music they’ve released in 2010 or 2011 to be considered for nomination in the 2012 Vancouver Island Music Awards (VIMA). The nomination deadline is Dec. 31, 2011 for the 2012 awards, which will be held April 21 in Victoria.

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In addition to the physical awards, which are hand-crafted by a Vancouver Island artist, 2012 VIMA winners will also receive recording packages and weekend getaways, and the Artist of the Year Nominees will arrive in style in a white stretch-limo. The 2011 gala event was held at the Sid Williams Theatre in Courtenay.

Courtenay’s Helen Austin was named the

2011 Artist of the Year, and The Irish Rovers were honoured with the “Island Classic Award” to recognize their 46-year (and counting) run in the music industry - the past 20 as Vancouver Island-based artists.

According to the VIMA website “The goal of the Vancouver Island Music Awards is to: celebrate the Vancouver Island music scene; build awareness of this scene among the general public on the Island and across Canada; provide a networking

opportunity between artists and music industry representatives; acknowledge and reward excellence in the artistry and work ethic of Island artists; empower and encourage Island artists to pursue their musical dreams; set a positive and professional example for youth and the young at heart who are pursuing a career in music.”

The 2012 VIMAs are a presentation of Long & McQuade and Kasper Creative Media.

New Year’s at the Gardens Father Time and Baby New Year are scheduled to appear at Strathcona Gardens’ New Year’s Eve Family Celebration on Dec. 31.

“We are very lucky to have Father Time and Baby New Year make an appearance at this year’s event,” says event coordinator Leah Knutson. “They are very busy on New Year’s Eve, but this year they decided to visit our great city for a few hours.”

Other guests

include Cathey Corbitt, on hand to paint faces and Jim Chisholm, who will entertain with Shoo Shoo the Clown.

This free event includes swimming, skating, pond hockey, messy challenges, games and crafts from 5 to 9 p.m. on New Year’s Eve at Strathcona Gardens. This is an all ages community event to celebrate the arrival of 2012.

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Art Gallery receives precious gift A local family has presented the Campbell River Art Gallery with a wonderful gift – an original Sybil Andrews linocut.

The Caldwell Family, led by Jack Caldwell, presented the Gallery with the piece, called ‘Ploughing Pasture,’ which will form part of the Gallery’s permanent collection. Art Gallery curator Liz Larsen Stoneberger said the linocut, which depicts a farmer plowing his field with birds flying around him, is typical of Andrews’ style.

Andrews was originally from England but lived in Campbell River from 1947 until her death in 1992. In recent years interest in her work has soared internationally. Before moving to Canada, Andrews worked in England with a well-known group of artists known as the Grosvenor School who embraced a new medium - linocuts - which involved printmaking using newly available linoleum blocks – a truly modern idea at the time.

Andrews was a wellknown local resident for many years who taught music and art in the Willow Point cottage she shared with her husband Walter Morgan. Their historic cottage is now the home of the Campbell River Arts

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The donor, Caldwell, was one of Campbell River’s first lawyers.

He moved to the area in the 1950s to practice law and eventually became a provincial court judge.

He purchased ‘Ploughing Pasture’ directly from Andrews several years after he moved to the community.

“The gift brings a significant Andrews piece to the Gallery’s collection,” Larsen Stoneberger said.

‘Ploughing Pasture’ is not currently being ‘Ploughing Pasture’ is an original Sybil Andrews linocut that has been presented exhibited and is being to the Campbell River Art Gallery. kept at the Museum collection and we “We are thrilled said the Gallery of Campbell River’s are truly indebted to to have a piece by cannot thank the climate-controlled Jack Caldwell and such an important Caldwell Family storage area for his family for this artist included in enough for this safekeeping. stunning gift.” our permanent treasure.

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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2011 | CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR |

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Campbell River Living Celebrate Christmas naturally A cross the country, this will likely be a very green Christmas, for more reasons than the unusual balmy weather as with each passing year, more people strive to celebrate the season without harming our Earth.

Ever-mindful of Mother Nature, we took our wee granddaughter outside for a treasure hunt and filled a basket with fallen evergreen boughs, cones, and mountain-ash berries, now dried on the stem.

Little Miranda brimmed with excitement as she stuffed a clear ornament ball with natural

Miranda Scott-Roeke made her own ornament from evergreens, cones and berries.

CHRISTINE SCOTT/THE MIRROR

lights of old, replaced finds from our own with efficient LED backyard and happily lights, both indoors declared the finished and out. product – her first We flick on the extehand-made Christmas rior lights for only a decoration – to be the few hours each eve“most favourite thing ning and switch them of all.” off before Heart-meltwe turn in ing moments for the night, like that then reap don’t arise at the reward a shopping of a reduced mall, where electric bill all manner in January. of plastic Our Christwares are mas Eve fire displayed Christine Scott is no longer in tempting Island Wild a roaring pit array. of carbon-spewing After five years of firewood, replaced ‘going green’ for the now by sweet-smellfestive season, the ing, smokeless beesScott clan have surwax candles all in a vived, nay, thrived, row. by wrapping with Paraffin candles, a re-usable, hand-sewn petroleum product, fabric gift bags, and stringing the tree with are harmful to both health and the envipopcorn, cranberries, ronment. cinnamon sticks and Battery-operated gingerbread men.

Gone are the energy- and plastic toys are banned in favour thieving Christmas

of healthy wooden playthings finished in vegetable oil and hand-crafted gifts all around.

And finally, choosing a potted pyramidal cedar for a Christmas tree to plant outdoors after the festivities will result in a fine cedar hedge for wildlife to enjoy for years to come.

Holiday reading: Nature Campbell River and Nature Strathcona, and the Vancouver Island Backyard Bird Poster, are available at the Museum and Coho Books.

Nature Event: Campbell River Christmas Bird Count.

Monday, Jan. 2, 2012. Contact Luisa Richardson. Lu_rich@ shaw.ca.

E-mail Christine at: wildernesswest@shaw. ca

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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2011 | CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR |

Barry to shoot for a million It could be a New Year’s Eve to remember for Barry Kazimer of Campbell River as the retired military veteran has the opportunity to walk away $1 million richer in TSN’s sixth annual, international million-dollar giveaway, the Chevrolet Volt Million Dollar Shootout.

As part of the contest, Kazimer also has the chance to win up to three all-new 2012 Chevrolet Volts.

The big event airs live nationally on Dec. 31 during the first intermission of the 2012 IIHF World Junior Championship broadcast featuring a classic cross-border match-up with Canada vs. USA (game starts at 7:30 p.m. ET on TSN). Fans can also take in the event on TSN Mobile TV. Born in Comox and raised in Ottaw, 48-year old Kazimer is a retired master corporal with the Royal Canadian Air Force. Kazimer stays active by skiing and playing squash, baseball and tennis, but he considers hockey to be his favourite sport and Sidney Crosby his favourite athlete.

With just over a week to go until the Chevrolet Volt Million Dollar Shootout, Kazimer plans to put in ample time at the rink preparing for the event with the Campbell River Storm Junior B team.

He is looking forward to having his family and friends with him in Edmonton when he heads to the ice to shoot for a million.

“Growing up, I played road hockey and shot pucks on backyard rinks, so stepping on the ice in front of thousands of people at the World Juniors is a little different from what I’m used to,” said Kazimer.

As the selected participant, Kazimer receives a trip to Edmonton for himself and five friends.

On Dec. 31, Kazimer and his two shooters – cousin Stew Patterson and brother-inlaw Ken Bilski – head to centre ice during the first intermission, where they each have 15 seconds to shoot 10 pucks at an open net (30 pucks in total).

Depending on the number of total goals scored as a group, prizes are awarded as follows:

● 5-9 goals – Kazimer wins a new 2012 Chevrolet Volt ● 10 goals or more – Kazimer, Patterson and Bilski each win a new 2012 Chevrolet Volt Immediately following the group shots at centre ice, Kazimer moves back to the far blue line where he has 24 seconds to shoot 20 pucks into an open net.

If Kazimer scores 15 or more goals within the allotted time, he is eligible to win $1 million in a one-time payout.

Kazimer was randomly selected from more than 26 million total online entries – a new record for the contest.

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This course is held at 6:30 pm every Wednesday at St. Peter’s Anglican Church 228 South Dogwood St. (opposite Strathcona Gardens) Cost of course - $250. Additional family members $100.

Successful passing of the Boating Course exam at the end of this course will entitle the student to the Personal Craft Operators Certi¿cate and a one year free membership and all associated bene¿ts in CPS and Ripple Rock Squadron.

For further information and a registration form, please go to www.ripplerocksquadron.com Download an application form for the course and mail it with payment to the address shown.

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| CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR | FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2011

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he Black Creek Community Association (BCCA) has come up with a solution to eliminate the biggest challenge for fitness room users.

The challenge: limited open hours for the fitness room.

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users. The access system is used in other gyms and it seemed like the perfect fit to provide the opportunity for people to work out on their schedule, not the staff schedule,” notes Griffin.

The BCCA is a charitable, not for profit community centre that offers a wide array of programs and has a wonderful fitness room facility.

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Jerry Griffin on the Board of Directors came up with the access card idea in the summer.

With a background in the fitness industry, Griffin has brought a fresh new vision and many ideas for the fitness room.

“The biggest limitation of the fitness room was the restriction of the hours for

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With the passage of the Teachers’ Act, all teacher certification in BC will be handled by the new Teacher Regulation Branch of the Ministry of Education. If you have changed your contact information since the certificate renewal process in 2008, it is essential that you update your contact information before January 6, 2012 in order to ensure you’re included in the electoral process for the new BC Teachers Council as well as other important communications regarding your certification.

This transition for independent school certificate holders is being managed by the BC College of Teachers before its transition into the Teacher Regulation Branch. Your revised info can be emailed to membership@bcct.ca or at 1-800-555-3684 x11.

For more information visit our website at www.bcct.ca

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is always striving to meet the needs of the community and to be more accessible for members.

As a result of a strategic planning session in the winter, a subcommittee was formed to explore ways to increase usage and better promote the existing facility.

The Board of Directors was quick to support the idea and it just took a few months to have the system installed and get everything up and running.

The access card system was scheduled to launch in January but the excitement in the community has lead to an earlier start.

“We have had such enthusiastic response from our members and it was important for us to get everything ready before the holidays as our hours are even further reduced through the holidays,” says Executive Director, Kris Johnson.

New members are already joining because of the pass and existing passholders are already enjoying Friday evening and Sunday workouts for the first time.

The access card pass is available to any members of the BCCA with a fitness pass of at least three months in duration.

A membership to the Association is $15/ year and three-month passes are $75 and other passes lengths are available.

There is no additional charge for the access pass other than a $10 refundable card deposit.

The fitness room has several cardio machines, dumbbells and a variety of weight training equipment and users have access to the showers and change rooms.

Free orientations of the fitness room are available for members.

For more information about the fitness room and a chance to win two Mount Washington lift passes, give them a call at 250-3375190 or visit www. bccaonline.ca.

The BCCA’s office hours are from 9:00 am to 1 p.m., Monday to Saturday, as well as 4-8 p.m., Monday to Thursday.

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250.286.1131 www.anchorinn.ca DEATHS

Aurel was born on October 22, 1925 in Field Ontario to Arthur Rivet and Rosanna Larocque. He passed away peacefully at the Campbell River & District Hospital on Saturday December 17, 2011 at the age of 86 years. Frenchie is survived by his brother Arthur in Sturgeon Falls, Ontario. He is predeceased by his parents; his brothers Theodore, Will, Alphonse and Alzear all of Sudbury, Ontario and Leonal of Verner Ontario; and his sisters Alma, Margaret and Cordelia Quenneville all of Field Ontario. At Aurel’s request, there will be no service at this time.

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Dianne passed away peacefully in Gold River with her family by her side at the age of 66 years.

She is survived by her daughters: Terry (Joe), Connie (Darrell) and Tracy (John); she has six grandchildren: Amanda, Clayton, Tyler, Trevor, Courtney and Levi; and four great grandchildren: Damon, Kassidi, Rhiannon and Quinten; her sisters: Helen (Jack), Janette and Louise; a brother, George (Anne); as well as many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her mother, Florence “Dolly�; her brother, Jack; and her sister, Carol.

Mom/Gran will be deeply missed by her family and friends. “You are always in our hearts but never forgotten�

A Service of Remembrance will be held in Gold River on January 7, 2012 at 1:30pm at the Northgate Church.

Messages of condolence for the family may be left at www.suttonsfuneralhome.com

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NOTICE is hereby given that creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Joseph Townsend, Deceased, formerly of #104 - 860 Alder Street, Campbell River, British Columbia, who died on the 8th day of December, 2011, at Campbell River, British Columbia are hereby required to send them to the Executor of the Will, Edwina Weaver, before January 20th, 2012, after which date the Executor will distribute the said estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice.

Edwina Weaver, Executor

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LOST AND FOUND ROBERT (BOB) LOUIS STEVENSON May 5, 1941 - Dec. 24, 2007 Husband, Dad & Grandpa Your presence we miss and your memory we treasure.

Loving you always and forgetting you never.

Love Sally, Diane (Tyler & Jessica)

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS INFORMATION AL-ANON IS an anonymous 12-step program for friends and families of alcoholics. If someone’s drinking is troubling you, we can help you. There is a meeting at St. Patrick’s Church, 34 S Alder Street in room 221 on Wednesdays from 12:00 noon to 1:00pm.

Beginning October 13, 1 newcomer’s meeting will meet at 11:30am every Wednesday, in the library, on the 2nd oor.

On Thursdays at 1:00pm, 7:3-pm and on Sunday evenings at 8:00pm, the meetings are at the 7th Day Adventist Church at 300 Thulin St. Beginning October 17 at 7:30pm, a newcomer’s meeting will be held every Sunday. There is a meeting at the Children’s Center in Quadra on Tuesday evenings at 7:30pm. For more information call Lynne at 250287-3184 or Linda at 250-9231762. We Care!

LOST DENTURES between 9th & 1st Ave. $100 Reward. If found please call (250)9141232.

LOST: LADIES anniversary band, at Save-on-Foods parking lot, Campbell River. Sentimental, (250)923-8504.

LOST: RIGID table saw, fell out of my truck on Dogwood Ave., Campbell River. (Reward). Call 250-703-6765.

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LEGALS

LEGALS

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: The estate of SIMEON DRISCOLL, Deceased, formerly of #106 – 622 South Island Highway, Campbell River, British Columbia Creditors and others having claims against the estate of the late SIMEON DRISCOLL, are hereby notiďŹ ed under Section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executor, Ms. Sandra Stephens, c/o Sinnott & Company Law Corporation, 480 – 10th Avenue, Campbell River, British Columbia, V9W 4E3, on or before December 31, 2011, after which the Executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: The estate of ANNIE WIDEN, Deceased, formerly of #70 – 1160 Shellbourne Blvd., Campbell River, British Columbia

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Your grandchildren Chris, Julianna, Justin, Nathan and Sophia

LEGALS NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS

In Memory of our Poppa

Every year at Christmas time, A certain person comes to mind.

A special person held so dear, to all our hearts this time of year.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Support when you need it most Please support our work in the community with a donation to the Campbell River Hospice Society Call: 250-286-1121 www.crhospice.org Ad sponsored by Kinsmen Club

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Creditors and others having claims against the estate of the late ANNIE WIDEN, are hereby notiďŹ ed under Section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executor, Mr. John L. Widen, c/o Sinnott & Company Law Corporation, 480 – 10th Avenue, Campbell River, British Columbia, V9W 4E3, on or before December 31, 2011, after which the Executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice.

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Call 310-3535

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2011 | CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR |

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED BUSY AUTOBODY Shop looking for F/T Ticketed Painter! Competitive Wages, Extended Benefits & Bonuses!

Please fax resume and cover letter to 250-287-7516 or email crno1admin@telus.net

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS to Every Hunter in BC! Advertise in The BC Hunting Regulations Synopsis 2012-2014 publication.

Increased circulation 250,000 copies! Tremendous Reach, Two Year Edition!

Contact Annemarie at 1 800 661 6335 or hunt@blackpress.ca

LOT PERSON needed at CR Hyundai. Must be reliable, hardworking, good customer service. Duties include: washing vehicles, organizing lot, shuttling customers & more.

Email resume and drivers abstract to FRED. No phone calls.

CHILDCARE

falbrechp@campbellriverhyundai.ca

NANNY for 3 children. Live in, F/T. Ref’s and driver’s licence req’rd. 250-830-3289.

TRADES, TECHNICAL

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS Become a Psychiatric Nurse - train locally via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements and some regional classroom delivery.

Wages start at $30.79/hr to $40.42/hr. This 23 month program is recognized by the CRPNBC. Gov’t funding may be available.

Toll-free 1-87-STENBERG www.stenbergcollege.com

ORACLE TUTORING TUTORING

Grades K - 12 & College •All subjects

PRIVATE SCHOOL Grades 6 - 12

•Small class size •Academic focus

MATH GROUPS Grades 10-12

Call Diane

250-830-0295

CONNECTING JOB SEEKERS AND EMPLOYERS www.bcjobnetwork.com

PRO MAC MANUFACTURING WELDERS & MACHINISTS Pro Mac Manufacturing in Duncan BC is a manufacturer of machinery parts, custom fabrications and industrial Brushcutters. We are expanding our fabrication and machining departments and are looking for: • STEEL FABRICATORS • WELDERS We require qualified Journeyman Welders and Fabricators to layout, fit, fabricate and weld steel assemblies.

CWB ticket or qualifications an asset.

• MACHINIST We require qualified Journeyman Machinists for Manual and/or CNC machining.

Pro Mac offers a superior compensation package of wages, benefits and pension.

Please forward resumes to Pro Mac Manufacturing at phumber@promac.bc.ca

or fax 250-746-4799 Attn: Phil Humber.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

LEGALS

LEGALS

LEGALS

HOME STAY FAMILIES HOME STAY Host Family Wanted for International Students.

CARIHI & TIMBERLINE Family or Children at home most welcome Homestay fee $700.mo Feb.1-June 2012 More info: Miyuki 923-0554/ world 777@telus.net

PERSONAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

RENTALS

GARDENING

FUEL/FIREWOOD

APARTMENT/CONDO

WE OFFER Snow removal, Gutter Cleaning, Yard Clean up, Handy Man, Dump Runs, and More. Friendly affordable Services. Call Sherry or Shawn at 250-850-9116.

SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest firewood producer offers firewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.

1 BRIGHT bdrm apartment, close to downtown & Hospital, ground floor, 1/2 block off Island Hwy. Ocean view off patio. Newly renovated, cable incl. $650/month.

Call Jorn 250-204-9120. Available Jan 1.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS A FINISHING & RENOVATION company, Husband and wife team, Journeyman Contractor and Interior Designer for kitchen cabinets, drywall mudding & painting, Bathrooms, Fireplace Mantels. Free Estimates, call Design House 250-204-4417.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

PAINTING

$10 MILLION AVAILABLE for Land Purchase/Development and Joint Ventures.

Management Consulting and Business Plan services. Call 1-866-402-6464.

COLIN’S PAINTING. Winter Special 3 rooms $299. Ceilings & trim extra. 28 yrs exp.

Ref’s. Call (250)923-1954.

EVELYN M. Painting, Quality work, interior prep to complete. Low odor paint, no muss, no fuss, free estimates.

250-204-4417.

PETS EQUESTRIAN Shady-Stables Equestrian Centre offering Riding Lessons & Horse boarding Call (250) 287-4336

MEDICAL SUPPLIES SHOPRIDER ELECTRIC wheelchair. 2 yrs old. Like new. $1500. (250)926-0910

WE BUY OLD STUFF Cash for most items of Value.

Furniture, Tools, Free Housecalls

See Yellow Pages under Oddball Used Furn & Antiques C.R., Courtenay, Comox,etc.

Call Ron 250-204-1237

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS KUSTOM KPM8420T 8-Channel 400W Powered Mixer/amp PA system with 2 JBL JRX112m 500 watt speakers.

Excellent condition. Great for small bands. $750 takes all.

PH:250-287-0373

REAL ESTATE HOUSES FOR SALE

PETS

HELP WANTED

KENMORE PORTABLE dishwasher, like new, front panel goes from black to white, $80.

Call 250-923-1135.

NOTICE IS GIVEN, pursuant to section 6 of the First Nations Fiscal and Statistical Management Act (hereafter referred to as the “FSMA”), that We Wai Kai Nation proposes to enact the We Wai Kai Nation Property Assessment Law and the We Wai Kai Taxation Law (hereafter referred to as the “Proposed Laws”).

DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED LAWS: The Proposed Laws are a property taxation law and a property assessment law, both made under the authority of section 5(1)(a)(i) of the FSMA. The property assessment law provides for the assessment and valuation of interests in land on the reserve lands of We Wai Kai Nation, including appointing assessors, inspecting property, preparing assessment rolls, and mailing assessment notices. The property assessment law provides a process for reconsideration of assessments and for a right of appeal to an assessment review board. The property taxation law establishes a taxation regime that taxes interests in land in the reserve, and includes provisions for exemptions, grants, preparing tax rolls and tax notices, the levy of penalties and interest on unpaid taxes, and the collection and enforcement of unpaid taxes.

FUEL/FIREWOOD

A COPY OF THE PROPOSED LAWS may be obtained from the We Wai Kai Nation Administration Offices during office hours (8:00 am – 4:00 pm Monday to Friday) located at either: We Wai Kai Administration Offices 690 Headstart Crescent Quinsam Reserve Campbell River, BC

or

We Wai Kai Administration Offices #1 Weway Road Cape Mudge Village Quadra Island, BC

THE COUNCIL OF WE WAI KAI NATION INVITES WRITTEN REPRESENTATIONS regarding the Proposed Laws. Written representations may be made to the Council only within sixty (60) days after December 16th, 2011 being February 14th 2012. Persons wishing to make a written representation must deliver the representation addressed to the Council: We Wai Kai Nation 690 Headstart Crescent, Campbell River, BC V9H 1P8 Fax: (250) 914-1891 Representations must be received at this location on or before 4:00 pm February 14th 2012 in order to be considered by Council. Before making the Proposed Laws, Council will consider all written representations received in accordance with this Notice.

CONTACT INFORMATION: For further information or questions regarding the Proposed Laws, this Notice or the making of written representations to Council please contact Ms Lise Steele, Director of Lands and Natural Resources, at 690 Headstart Crescent, Campbell River, BC, V9H 1P8, by telephone at (250) 914-1890 extension 111 or by email at lise@wewaikai.com.

Dated: December 5th 2011

Thank you for applying. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

CAMPBELL RIVER- 2 bdrm Townhouse near Rotary Beach Park. No dogs, N/S. Jan 1. $700. (250)287-3990.

To view please call Christine at 250-286-3890 or 250-914-1049 fax 250-286-3803 Zero tolerance for any criminal activity & drugs

Kwakiutl Nation is seeking a creative and energetic Economic Development Manager (EDM). The successful candidate will possess a tightrope walker’s ability to balance Aboriginal Title & Rights interests with First Nations Economic Development aspirations.

Please apply by sending your cover letter w/salary expectations & resume to manager@kwakiutl. bc.ca

CAMPBELL RIVER- 2 bdrm, main floor, 5 appls, gas fireplace. $850 includes UG parking, storage, utilities, insuite laundry, 55+ facility. Available Dec 15. 250-830-7069.

Friendly onsite Managers 24 hr. One, two, and three bedroom Apts, 3 bdrm townhomes, 1 1/2 baths, set in a lovely quiet area next to the hospital & medical clinics. Schools two blocks away, close to all shopping & on the bus route. Ask about our bonus incentives and monthly draws.

Economic Development Manager

The closing date is January 12, 2012.

Mike (250)830-7012 visit our website www.dumacholdings.com

Campbell River

HELP WANTED

Reporting to the Band Manager, the EDM will have the requisite skills to protect Kwakiutl’s Land Base, research and/or develop a statement of declaration and promote Employment and Job Creation. Further, the successful candidate will have experience in First Nations community economic development, strategic planning, project management and writing: funding proposals, TORs, and business plans. The position requires 35 hours per week in an office environment with flex time (as needed), criminal records check and valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

Available now • Galley Kitchen with dishwasher • Hardwood floors • Child and Pet Friendly • References

DISCOVERY VILLAGE 104 283-1st. Ave

SPLIT FIR Firewood, true cords/seasoned, $185/cord.

Phone 250-650-4060.

Kwakiutl (pop. 755) is located in Tsakis, British Columbia, adjacent to the community of Port Hardy on the scenic north end of Vancouver Island.

2 Bdrm suite $800.

CAMPBELL RIVER- nice 1 bdrm, handy location near town, W/D, F/S, Jan. 1, $465 mo, call (250)923-3635.

LEGAL NOTICE WE WAI KAI NATION NOTICE OF PROPOSED LOCAL REVENUE LAWS AND INVITATION TO MAKE REPRESENTATIONS

•

CAMPBELL RIVER- lrg 2 bdrm, rec room, covered patio. $775. Jan 1. N/S. (250)2042797, (250)337-5960.

FRIENDLY FRANK

JRS ELECTRIC: Licns’d, bnded & insr’d. From new builds & renos to service calls.

John, C.R. 250-914-3532 or C.V. 250-650-5773 (cont:98365)

* AAA Pet Friendly * 534 Cedar St Campbell River

CAMPBELL RIVER, catering to mature people, newly reno’d 1 & 2 bdrm suites. Clean, quiet, secure bldg. Centrally located. Cable, phone, internet incl. Manager onsite, avail now. Call 250-203-8334.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

ELECTRICAL

2-Bdrm available immediately Orchard Park Apts. Secure building, oversize suites, large/ quiet private yard, indoor cat welcome, on-site laundry. Ref req’d. Ph. 250-914-0105 to view.

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED

5 SHIH-TZU puppies. Born Sept 11/2011, have 1st shots, deworming, ready mid Dec. To view/reserve (250)923-6854.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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Great Views!

Newly Renovated!

Large 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites.

Heat, Hot Water and Parking included.

Call our Resident Caretaker At 250-204-3342

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

Professionally Managed by Gateway Property Management

Great location across from Robert Ostler Park. 940 Island Hwy, great exposure to traffic, good traffic flow. 850sq. feet.

Contact 250-286-6322 or drmarklawrence@gmail.com

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES Damaged House?

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We will Buy your House Quick Cash & Private.

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RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO 1 Bdrm available immediately Cedarbrook Apts, Heat & Hot water incl, adult oriented. Call 250-914-0105 to view

1-877-808-7368 www.advancedpm.ca CONDOS FOR RENT CORTES VIEW – 1 & 2 BDRMS 1 & 2 bdrm condos are located in update, secured entrance building, with elevator access, near Hospital & all amenities; all suites feature balconies with varying views, 1 bath, & 4 appl; for immediate & Jan 15 possession; rents from $625/month QUADRA VIEW –1 BDRM 1 bdrm condo is located on 2nd floor of secured entrance building; ideally located near Hospital & all amenities; features 4 appl., 1 bath, & patio; avail Jan 1; $625/month Now offering Strata Management Services

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RENTALS

RENTALS

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

APARTMENTS FURNISHED

MOBILE HOMES & PADS

CRIME-FREE MULTI-HOUSING

Penthouse Style in this new 1 bed. on 3rd floor with view over ocean & Quadra, 6 appl, patio, a must see. Incl. cable & int. $1100/mth. Avail. Jan 1.

250-204-9120

OCEANFRONT BACHELOR cottage, fully furnished, Storries Beach area. W/D, TV, internet, avail Jan. 1. $650 mo + hydro (weekly rates also available). Call 250-923-9231.

CAMPBELL RIVER- 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 2 car garage, adult oriented patio home, all appls, built-in vac. $1100. Available Jan. 1. (250)949-8510.

SEAVIEW MANOR, 1 & 2 BDRM Apts. Quiet, secure, includes heat & hot water onsite Manager. Call 250-2866513 or 250-204-5799.

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

ST. ANDREWS Village. Large bright 1 & 2 Bedroom renovated apartments in quiet crime free building. Non smoking, near hospital. (250) 287-3556

Water and City views.

Newly updated 3 bdrms with large balcony and beautiful view.

Walk to shopping and all amenities. Heat, parking & storage incl with onsite laundry. Contact resident manager

250-287-7763 Turnkey Ocnfrt. 1 Bed. Avail. immed.N/S,N/P, $1,100/1,250 Mo. Call Carol 250-286-1187

APARTMENTS FURNISHED CAMPBELL RIVER- beautifully furn 3 bdrm. ocean views in quiet building, in suite laundry.

Cable/phone/internet incld, $1150. Dec 15. 250-337-5487.

WILLOW POINT: Space for lease. 2620 sq.ft on 2 floors avail. for office space or storage. Ground floor could be leased separately. Heated and air conditioned. 250-923-4292.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES CAMPBELL RIVER- 2 bdrm 4-plex, near ocean/schools, town. Hrdwd flrs, new exterior/paint, W/D. Available now. $695./mo. Call 250-889-9353. boarsnest@shaw.ca CAMPBELL RIVER 2bdrm apt in centrally located 4-plex.

Adult oriented. No Pets. N/S. Refs $650+util. 250-830-4686.

CAMPBELL RIVER- 3 Bdrm half-duplex, located at Rivers Edge on Doyle Rd, just off of Hwy 28. This is an open main floor plan with full in suite laundry & powder room, master bdrm has a walk in closet.

Starting at $975/mth. Phone 250-286-6133.

YOUR COMMUNITY, YOUR CLASSIFIEDS Call 310.3535

PAINTER BARCLAY area: 2 brdm 1/2 duplex, $650 + util’s ref’s. Recently reno’d. Avail.

Jan. 1st. Call 250-923-1748.

TOWNHOUSES

TOWNHOUSES

CERTIFIED BUILDING of the (C.R.) Crime Free Multi-Housing Program

HOMES FOR RENT

We offer: Bachelor, 1 & 2 Bedroom *Thorough and fair screening of all applicants. * Secure building * Adult oriented * Laundry facilities * On bus route * On-site managers * Close to hospital * No PETS * No Smoking * References required We are committed to our tenants to provide a quiet, clean atmosphere.

3 BDRM, 2 bath, Georgia Park rancher, w/garage. Avail Now. N/S, N/P, References req’d. $1200/mth. Phone 250-2020931 btwn 6-8 pm.

3 BDRM, 2 bath with garage.

By Dogwood & Merecroft.

Shared laundry. N/S $1100 plus utilities. 250-923-0463 AVAIL IMMED. 3-4 bed. double wide trailer with F/S,W/D. $975/mth. Call 250-286-3074 or 250-204-5005 CAMPBELL RIVER- 3 bdrm, 1 bath, 1200sq ft, F/S, W/D, NS/NP. $900 (negotiable). Call 250-287-7876.

Phone 250- 286-4838 250- 204-8118

CAMPBELL RIVER oceanfront fully furnished 3-Bdrm, 2bath home. $1800. neg.

Avail. now. Drive by: 1047 S.Island Hwy. 1-604-892-5134 renechambers@shaw.ca

TRANSPORTATION AUTO FINANCING

Half month free rent. 4 brm.

N/P, N/S. Ref’s required. $1200/mnth. Drop ref’s at 241 Carnegie St. or call (250)2863069 to view. Ask for Elizabeth Avail. immed.

MARYLAND, 3 bdrm 2 bath rancher. Dbl garage, wood stove, newer flooring, N/S, $1000. Jan. 1st. 250-923-4553

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No mysterious plots, but plenty of surprises!

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OCEAN VIEW. 3 bdrm, 2 bath, large rec room, fireplace.

Hospital/ Sequoia Park area.

N/S. (250)334-9629.

ROOMS FOR RENT Furnished room. $450/ea Cable/wireless, laundry included. Oceanview. 1/2 block to bus. NS, NP. 250-287-3616

NOW RENTING Large 3 Bedroom Townhomes Close to All Levels of Schools • Cats & Small Dogs Welcome Month-to-Month Rentals, 2 & 3 Storey Suites with Garage!

701 Hilchey Road, Campbell River 1-866-RENT-515 • www.broadstreet.ca

Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

ROOM IN private home. Right on a bus route. 250-923-2465.

DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING

www.PreApproval.cc

GOLDEN GROVE Care Facility has immediate openings in beautiful home like setting for seniors. For a tour and info please call Judy or Rhona at 250-923-7049.

1-800-910-6402 MOTORCYCLES

DIRT BIKES

2000 YAMAHA TTR-90 ............... $795 1989 SUZUKI RMX-250..............$1795 1990 YAMAHA YZ 250 ..............$1495 1984 YAMAHA TY 250 ..............$1200 2005 YAMAHA YZF 250 .............$2000 1983 YAMAHA IT 175 ...............$1300 1988 HONDA XR 200 ................$1200 1976 HONDA TL 125.................$1200 2004 KTM 300 EXC .................$4000 2000 YAMAHA XT 350 ..............$3000 1997 KAWASAKI KLR 250 ..........$1800 2008 SUZUKI RMZ 250 ..............$3000

SUITES, LOWER HOMES FOR RENT

HOMES FOR RENT

Total T Concept Property Management & Realty Inc.

250-286-0110

• 2 bdrm suites at 377 Dogwood for $735 heat and hot water included, pet allowed • Willow Point 3 bdrm home 2 bath. 3635 BrindAmour (Ocean Grove) for $1150 • 3 bdrm in a Duplex at 15th Avenue for $850 • Panoramic Ocean Views – 27 Island Hwy. (Hidden Harbour) 1 bdrm fully furnished beauty for $1250 • Waterfront condo – 2 bdrm 2bath Ocean Shores.

Fully furnished, utilities included at $1800 • Discovery Point – 2 bdrm condos at $750, 4 appliances and across from the seawalk • 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath townhouse for $800 at 400 Robron.

Pet allowed, 5 appliances

Call office for more rentals.

Serving the North Island from Courtenay to Port Hardy, contact us or visit www.totalconcept.biz

For Rent: ❖ Sunset Ridge at 826 7th Ave: has renovated 2 bdrm units available @ 730 pm. In unit laundry, one child welcome. Sign a 12 month contract and receive the 6th and 12th month at ½ price. Have a holiday on us. ❖ 2 bdrm older style ocean view home at 1978 S. Isl. Hwy. in Willow Point: rents for 900 pm. 2 sheds, loft room. Available now. Pets allowed. ❖ Westerley Close at 836 7th – Adult with small pet- 2 bdrm, 5 apl, avail in 8-plex: @ $850 pm. 3 yrs old. Only 1 upper unit available. ❖ Suites in Discovery Point at 872 S. Isl. Hwy: available from 850 pm. - 1000. w/d in units. Building has had a face lift. Many units are upgraded to different levels. ❖ 1 bdrm Basement suite on Discovery Drive- ready for single person all inclusive at 700 pm. pet ok. ❖ 2 bdrm unit in 8 plex: Upland Rd available now for 700 pm. Ideal for young child with parents. Small pet ok. ❖ 3 bdrm rancher with garage, Penfield area. 1250 pm. near all Schools. ❖ Private 1 bdrm large suite in home, all inclusive at 850 pm. near WP Park. ❖ Older duplex with ocean view in Willow Point 2 bdrm. at 700. ❖ 4 bdrm older home in Willow Point. Fenced yard, ideal for kids and pet.

1300 pm. ❖ Magnificent view of down town from Pacific Plaza 2 bdrm unit- 1000pm. Adults only, no pets. Call today to view.

ġ Inventory wanted for complete property management. ġ

744A BEAVERLODGE Rd, 2 bdrm, ground level suite, shared laundry, NP/NS, ref’s please. $750/mth. Avail. Jan. 1st. Call (250)286-4808.

CAMPBELL RIVER very nice 2bdrm bsmt suite, avail now. incl gas heat, 5appls, ns/np, refs req’d $750. 250-923-2484

Campbell River: Willow Pt. 3 bdrm, 3 bath, 5 appl, 2 car garage, pet neg, avail. Jan 1st, $1150/mo, ref’s, 250-792-2536

CRIME-FREE MULTI-HOUSING

BIRCH MANOR Certified complex of CR Crime Free Multi-Housing Program.

• Thorough & fair screening of all applicants.

• 2 bedroom Townhouse • Laundry facilities on site • Close to Hospital • References Required • NO PETS

•Phone: 250-204-8118 DALMATION TOWERS, 1 bedroom, close to town, elevator, no pets, manager on site.

Call 250-287-9817.

2116 B South Island Highway Sunrise Square » 250-923-1521

MOTORCYCLE Ironwood at 9th Avenue

250-286-3887

ikesmith Motorcycle 250-28

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL SCRAP BATTERIES Wanted We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 & up each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10.

Toll Free 1.877.334.2288.

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Willow Point Realty Tuesday–Saturday 10am–4pm

MERECROFT AREA: 1 bdrm above ground suite. 5 appl.

N/P, N/S, security system & private entrance. Refs. $700.

Avail Immed. 250-830-0653.

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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2011 | CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR |

Crimestoppers seeks info on metal theft

Crossword

ACROSS 1. Sound unit of loudness 5. Persistently annoying person 9. Picture surround 14. Methaqualone pill (slang) 15. South American Indian 16. Leaf gathering tools 17. Poem telling of a hero’s deeds 18. Make secure by lashing 19. Being of use or service 20. Where thoughts are stored 23. Calm interval in a storm 24. Military mailbox 25. Look at with admiration 28. A line of steep cliffs 33. A low mournful cry 34. Mariners 35. Swiss river 36. S. AM. mountains 38. Point midway between E and SE

Today’s

39. Singer Lena 41. A large body of water 42 Fencing swords 44. College army 45. Special courses 47. Small upright piano 49. 1/1000 of an inch 50. ____ vera: healing plant 51. Belief in equality 58. Fictional work: ___-comedy 59. Oil cartel 60. Unit of weight (Indian) 61. Shoelace sheath 62. Genus Leuciscus 63. British school 64. Helps bands on tour DOWN 65. W. Romanian city 1. Commoner 66. Aba ____ Honeymoon 2. One of the Athapaskan 3. Hypothetical life force 4. V, scoop or crew Answers 5. Trivial nonsense 6. Register formally 7. Read superficially 8. Cellophane or magic 9. Dowdy 10. Magnitude relations 11. Having essential likeness 12. To cause to merge 13. Economic search engine tool employed

by Google 21. Belong to us 22. 2010 Angelina Jolie film 25. Accumulate 26. Donation recipient 27. A woman of refinement 28. Bullfighting maneuvers (Span.)

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29. Brews 30. Moses’ elder brother 31. “The Divine Comedy” author 32. Used of posture 34. One with unusual powers of foresight 37. Mental infirmity in old age 40. Placed in a particular relation 43. Hawaiian cliff 46. Visualized 47. Cut through meat 48. Bluegrass genus 50. Butterfly palm 51. Consequently 52. Festive occasion 53. South Dravidian 54. Active Phased Array Radar (abbr.)

55. 9th Greek letter 56. Slovenly person 57. Supernatural force 58. Seaman

OCEAN GROVE -- Grade 2/3 See more Christmas is for Kids submissions in our Christmas supplement today!

Campbell River RCMP were dispatched to a complaint of theft over $5,000 from the 7000 block Island Highway in Campbell River on Monday at 10:44 a.m.

Complainant advised that over $5,500 in metal, metal wiring, a breaker and a breaker box had been stolen from the office as well as they, had destroyed an air conditioning unit by taking the wiring out of the unit.

Police would encourage anyone that has any information with respect to this crime to call CRIME STOPPERS at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or text in your information anonymously to 274637 (CRIMES). You can also report a tip through the Crime Stoppers website at: campbellriver. crimestoppersweb.com. Cash rewards are available to people who call the Crime Stoppers program and their information leads to an arrest.

Crime Stoppers is a civilian, non profit, charitable organization that brings together in a tripartite relationship between the police services, the media and the community in the fight against crime. Crime Stoppers provides citizens with the ability to supply the police anonymously with information about a crime or potential crime of which they have knowledge OUTSTANDING WARRANTS: Wernig, Kirby Stephen WANTED FOR: Assault & Theft under - File # 2011-7331, Assault & Threats - File # 2011-8031 SEX: Male: RACE: First Nations DOB: 1962-1031 MHT: 182 CM ( 5 FT 11.5 INS ) MASS: 082 KG (181 LB ) HAIR: Black EYE: Brown Chickite, Richard Adam WANTED: Breach of Probation File # 2011-11264, Breach of Probation - File # 2011-11994, SEX: Male: RACE: First Nations DOB: 1989-0519 MHT: 170 CM ( 5 FT 7 INS ) MASS: 057 KG (126 LB ) HAIR: Black EYE: Brown

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Gold for Christmas The Rich’s Auto Collision Midget A Tyees unwrapped a golden pre-Christmas gift at the Comox Valley Midget Tournament.

The Tyees captured the gold medal game in claiming the championship at the Comox Valley Midget Tournament defeating the Cloverdale Colts 3-2 in the title game.

The round-robin portion of the tournament saw the Tyees face off against Juan de Fuca winning 4-1 and a 6-0 shutout against the Peninsula Eagles.

The Tyees then moved on to the semi-final game against the Tri-Port Eagles, completing a comeback to win 5-4. Down 4-0 in the third, the Tyees would not accept defeat and scored five goals in the third period with the tying goal scored at just over two minutes left in regulation by Alexander Dragolov with assists from Jordan Rauser and James Severs. The Tyees secured their chance at gold with the winning overtime goal scored by Rauser Continued on A30

Bantams pay it forward Campbell River Minor Hockey Association Bantam Division players present Terilyn Morrison of the ScotiaBank with bags of new socks for distribution to their charity of choice. As a small gesture of appreciation to ScotiaBank for sponsoring their division, players of the Bantam division decided to pay the kindness forward. As players in the CRMHA are fortunate enought to receive a new pair of team socks at the start of each season, players decided it would be fitting to donate a new pair of socks back to the community. Hundreds of socks were collected.

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Judo Club excels on big stage The Campbell River Judo Club continued their Island tournament run in Victoria and eight competitors added to the clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s impressive medal collection this year.

For some of the older juniors, this was a selection event for the 2012 BC Winter Games, with Daniel Henry and Luke Lindenbach being chosen to represent the club in February.

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dominated her 48kg division for the second tournament, winning all of her matches and taking home the gold.

Jordann Warner had a good showing in a mixed division, winning silver.

Anthony Henry and Sabastian Lafleur, having to fight in the same division, put on a very entertaining match for second and third place, with the fight coming down to a judges split decision in favour of Lafleur.

Brothers James and Paul Smurthwaite had great fights in their second tournament this year

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by Austin StoverPearson with just 1:44 left in regulation.

An intense battle on ice in overtime saw Rauser, with assists from Severs and John Kretzschmar, scoring the game winner.

Severs led the team in points with two goals and five assists. Dragolov had three goals and three assists; Tyson Fair - one goal and four assists; Calvin Chomeczko â&#x20AC;&#x201C; three goals and two assists; Rauser â&#x20AC;&#x201C; four goals; Kretzschmar â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one goal and two assists; Colton Erickson â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one goal two assists; Walters â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one goal and one assist; Tyler Clark â&#x20AC;&#x201C; two goals, one assist; Domenic Kolbeins â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one goal, two assists; Beattie â&#x20AC;&#x201C; three assists; Hunter Fahey â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one goal; Chaz Wernig - one assist; Stover-Pearson â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one goal; Mike Weston â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one goal.

Ryan Howich played strong defensively throughout the tournament.

Goaltending was very strong with Nathan Hoff getting a shutout and game saving net minding from Colton Thompson. The Tyees will partake in the Richmond International Hockey Tournament next week.

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