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Twelve workers on their way home from the Myra Falls mine were injured when their bus rolled onto its side 20 kilometres west of Campbell River Wednesday evening.
A bus carrying workers from Myra Falls Mine rolled onto its side Wednesday evening, injuring 12 people. According to North Island Traffic Services’ Cpl. Scott Rennie, the accident happened around 6:45 p.m. on Highway 28 near Elk River Main Line. David Keiver, human resources superintendent for NVI Mining, said that 14 people were on the bus, including the driver, and while 12 people were taken to hospital, the injured mine workers seemed to be in “good shape.” “Two of them were kept overnight for further observation, but everybody else was released after being checked out,” said Keiver. “Certainly they got some bumps and bruises – everybody seemed to be in very good shape so we’re quite pleased about that.” However, the Mirror has learned that one man has more serious injuries – four broken ribs and a punctured lung – and will remain in hospital under observation. Rennie said the accident is still under investigation, but winter driving conditions definitely played a part. Road conditions were described as “extremely slippery, fresh wet snow, on top of an already wet roadway,” Rennie said. “Given what the weather conditions were at the time it would definitely have played a factor, as to what degree, well that’s still to be determined.” NVI Mining employee Ed Judd told CTV News Vancouver Island
he was in a second bus that turned around when the bus behind them flipped on its side and slid down a short embankment of about three feet. “It went on it’s side and all the windows on the side got busted out so some guys got cut, some guys have neck injuries, lacerations,” Judd told CTV. He said many of the people on board his bus had their first aid certificates, as the course is paid for by NVI Mining, so employees from his bus helped until paramedics arrived. “They went into action right way, got everybody off the bus, secured the injured parties until the ambulances got there,” Judd said. Rennie said five or six ambulances attended as well as the fire department. Keiver said he is waiting on an RCMP accident report, but the bus is owned and operated by Wilson’s Transportation, and NVI Mining will work with the company to investigate the accident as well.
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Fire department doesn’t respond to construction site blaze RENÉE ANDOR CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR
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People watched as a home-to-be in an area of Strathcona Regional District (SRD) not serviced by firefighters burned to the ground. The residence, located in the 5000 block of Race Point Road, was under construction but had a roof, and what doors and windows weren’t installed were covered up with plywood, according to RCMP Sgt. Craig Massey. Police responded to the fire at 2 a.m. and the blaze was already raging. “ O n re s p o n d i n g , they (officers) could see the flames actually licking well above the tree tops and so it was fully engulfed,” said Massey. Because this area is not in the Campbell River Fire Department’s service area firefighters did not attend, according to fire chief Dean Spry. “Our jurisdiction only allows us to go within the city limits, unless we have an authorized agreement for outside our city boundaries,” said Spry. Police and neighbours were on scene, but could essentially do nothing to put the fire out, according to Massey. “Other than some neighbours trying to protect adjoining properties, there wasn’t fire protection in the area,” Massey said, adding that the building burned “well into the next morning” before it was completely destroyed by the fire. Campbell River city manager Andy Laidlaw said the city has no agreement with SRD to provide fire protection for this area, and does not fight fires in areas with no agreement because of legal and liability issues. He said the responsibility for fire protection does
to be reactive,” Yates explained. “We tend to wait for people to say ‘we would like a certain service to be looked at in our area.’” Yates said he has not seen a request for fire protection service come from this area since he has been with the regional district – about two years – and as far as he knows none has ever been requested. Meanwhile, Massey said police have no leads on what started the fire as the total destruction of the building makes the cause of the fire hard to determine. “With the total elimination of the structure itself causal is very difficult,” said Massey. “Because of the mass destruction – the total inability to glean any type of evidentiary aspects as to the causal nature of it.” Police ask anyone who may have seen someone or something unusual in the area, or anything relevant to the case to contact Campbell River RCMP.
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Draft budget works with tax increase KRISTEN DOUGLAS CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR
City staff will prepare the preliminary 2012 budget with a residential tax increase. City Manager Andy Laidlaw made a presentation to city council at Tuesday’s meeting to discuss next year’s budget. His budget presentation assumed a zero per cent tax increase to the business sector but a 3.75 per cent increase in residential taxes, a $45 increase to the average homeowner. That percentage increase reflects what taxes would need to be at in order to continue with the level of service the city currently provides. However, that figure is not set in stone and council will make an official decision on the tax rate early next year. If council chooses not to increase taxes, then it will have to make significant cuts to services, according to Laidlaw. “Residential taxes have been going up for some time on an incremental basis,” Laidlaw said. “This is a shift
away from industrial taxation revenue – to residential. The sta- unknown at this time,” tus quo is you’ve been Laidlaw said. “Council relying on industrial has been informed they taxation for some time (Catalyst) are seekand there is a need to ing a reclassification make the shift to reduc- (of the mill site property) to busiing services or ness class from a shift on to the the BC Assessresidential secment Authortor, which are ity. Any reducthe major contion in Catalyst sumers of serassessment will vices. directly affect “Your role is to assess the Andy Laidlaw the 2012 budget by the same competing valamount.” ues,” Laidlaw L a i d l aw s a i d h e told council. As of Dec. 13, 2011 expects to have a prethe city is facing a liminary draft budget structural deficit of before council by late $550,000 for 2012, that’s January, but in order an improvement from to do so he told counthe original forecast of cil Tuesday night that he needed direction on a $1.85 million deficit. L a i d l aw s a i d a taxation levels. Coun. Claire Moglove $130,000 reduction in the new RCMP said that was too difficontract; $150,000 in cult without knowing cost reinstatements; what to expect from $615,000 in inflationary Catalyst. “I know staff are and wage increases; and $400,000 in Catalyst looking for some kind taxation has improved of direction tonight the city’s financial but there’s so much picture. However, he unknown, it’s really warned the estimated hard,” Moglove said. deficit of $550,000 could “If BC Assessment still rise, depending on comes back and concurs with Catalyst it Catalyst. “There will be a could change things decrease in Catalyst so drastically. It’s such
a big piece of the puzzle.” Coun. Ryan Mennie agreed it was too soon to ask a new council to make any financial decisions. “ T h e re ’s c e r t a i n infor mation you’re looking for but that certain direction we need to find as a group and it’s not coming from tonight,” Mennie said. “This is a new group and this is our first meeting other than last week’s inaugural meeting.” Laidlaw said “unfortunately the uncertainty is something (he has) to factor into the budget so (he) can starting building the budget to at least have a building block for council.” Mayor Walter Jakeway suggested city staff proceed with the numbers Laidlaw presented to allow staff to carry on with the budget, even though tax percentages are not yet official. “If it helps, I would suggest you carry on with the 3.7 per cent,” Jakeway said, which was suppor ted by council.
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Drive Smart BC I’ll Drive if I Want to I watched a recent television news story about a traffic collision that interviewed family members exiting the courthouse. One of the people lamented that if the known bad driver had been prohibited from driving the whole incident that brought them there never would have happened. If only it were that simple, because a driver will only stop driving after being prohibited if they want to comply with the law. My contact with a driver like this began when I stopped a business vehicle for Canadian Tire general manager Darrell Anderson (left) and employe Jacky Joyal present Marie Hutchins (centre) with a kayak she won speeding. The driver was the sole proprietor during their Customer Appreciation Day. of the business and had been prohibited from driving for, you guessed it, too many speeding tickets. He explained to me that if he couldn’t drive, he couldn’t carry on his business and his family would be in trouble. I did feel sorry RENÉE ANDOR Wednesday. Mr. Enns as a ‘junior old to 18 months to theft of a motor for his plight but dealt with him as the law CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR Enns is the second partner,’” Judge Brian in jail, two years vehicle, two counts required. man responsible for a Saunderson told probation and a break and enter to Fast forward a few weeks and I saw the Calling Jonathan series of vehicle and court just before he DNA order, the same commit an indictable boat thefts, business sentenced Enns. “That sentence as William offence and theft over same business vehicle in traffic again. Knowing Enns the “junior partner” in a crime break and enters and does not diminish his Reedel, 26, received $5,000. He received a the owner’s prohibited status I stopped it and spree didn’t reduce thefts, and a stolen responsibility.They from Judge Peter stay of proceedings for found the same man behind the wheel. He jail time for defence boat chase on and near were involved in the Doherty on Monday dangerous operation Quadra and Cortes same crimes.” in relation to the of a vessel or towed was taking his son to the boy’s Little League attorney Tim Summers’ client Islands on Nov. 16.The Saunderson incident. object and mischief to baseball game. This was obviously a drive for during sentencing on defence “characterized sentenced the 21-yearEnns pleaded guilty property. pleasure and had nothing to do with earning money to support his family. To make a long story short, this man is one of many drivers who will follow the traffic rules when they suit him and won’t when they do not. This sense of entitlement is visible on our highways every day. Unfortunately, the only way to stop some prohibited drivers from driving is to lock them up. The author is a retired constable with many years of traffic enforcement experience. To comment or learn more, please visit www. drivesmartbc.ca.
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Women’s shelter plans altered KRISTEN DOUGLAS CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR
Plans for a women’s transition shelter have been revised for the third time in two years. City council approved Tuesday night an amendment to a major development permit to authorize the construction of a 27-unit transition house for women that would include ground floor counselling offices and support services. The new proposal sees a small reduction in the amount of units compared with the original blueprints, however, council was pleased to lend its support. “I think this has been a long time coming so I’m delighted to make the motion (to
approve the permit amendment),” Coun. Andy Adams said. Council also directed city staff to transfer two Dogwood Street lots and a closed laneway in between the two properties to the Campbell River and North Island Transition Society. Prior to acquiring a building permit, the three properties involved had to be consolidated into one development site, the problem was the three lands were not under single ownership until Tuesday when council transferred its property. The shelter, expected to include 15 bachelor units, six one-bedroom units, three twobedroom units and three three-bedroom units, is slated for construction on three
Dogwood lots located near 11th Avenue – two are owned by the city while the third is an existing chiropractic office that will be torn down. The shelter will aid in getting at-risk women and singleparent women and their children off the street. The proposed shelter is a fourstorey building, 1,937 square metres in floor area with a main floor containing offices, amenities and common spaces for tenants, as well as the upstairs units. Since the proposal came forward to council last year, BC Housing has required several revisions to the project. Initially the transition shelter was
to have 30 units but following approval of a development permit in February 2010, BC Housing expressed concerns with the lot configuration, including using two Dogwood lots and a Fir street property for a parking lot. BC Housing was concerned the lot would be too steep for a parking area, and requested revisions to the plan. The transition society altered its plans and purchased a third, adjacent property on Dogwood Street, and was then issued an amended development permit in February 2011 for a 33-unit building. “Since this date, a detailed soil analysis of the new building footprint revealed a substantial depth
to solid bearing ground resulting in increased foundation costs,” said Ian Buck, city planner, in a report. “BC Housing subsequently requested a revised site design to keep cost within budget. The cost increase resulting from these site conditions was estimated to be $500,000.” The city is expecting to pay $75,000 in development permit application and building permit fees as well as for development cost charges, site servicing and off site works and services as part of a Memorandum of Understanding with BC Housing. Further costs to the city will be determined at the building permit stage.
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Downsizing and moving from the family home Downsizing and leaving a long time family home is a special passage in life and deserves time to look back, caring attention and practical support. As individuals live longer and families are often geographically dispersed, more elderly adults are faced with the trauma of relocating, often from a Anne Delaney place they have called home for decades. Every nook and cranny hold special memories. The thought of leaving them behind can be overwhelming. The good news is that memories don’t have to be left behind. But choices will have to be made about the what you can take and what you have to let go. It is much easier to start downsizing your home while you are still able to make your own decisions. Downsizing doesn’t get better, or easier, with age. Consider starting the process now rather then during a crisis when others will have to make choices for you. The benefits of downsizing: • You make the decision about where to relocate and what type of housing is best suited to your needs. • Your family won’t have to act on your behalf in a crisis. • There is time to really think about what you would like family members to have. • Instead of uncertainty, there is peace of mind knowing you were able to make your own decisions. • Take a photo of the item instead of keeping it • Take the appropriate action, organize the items you want to keep and let go of the rest. • There is time to communicate with your family, let them know that you are ready to start the process. Tips on starting the process: Remove everything form the desk drawer, identify special “treasures” you want to take with you. Think about everything, does it make sense to keep it or store it, think of the cost. What is the worst thing that could happen if you let it go.
Remember whether you call in a professional or you take on the task yourself, it will be a lot easier and a whole lot less stressful on you and your family if it is done before a crisis.
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City writes off thousands of dollars in unpaid taxes KRISTEN DOUGLAS CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR
The city has written off thousands of dollars in property taxes, that are deemed uncollectible by the city. On Tuesday night city council approved the write off of 13 tax accounts and directed city staff to apply to the Ministry of Community, Spor t and Cultural Development for an order to remove the accounts from the city’s records. “There are 13 properties with outstanding property taxes receivable which the city has deemed uncollectible,” said Natalie Aalderink,
the city’s financial services manager, in a report to council. “All of these properties are demolished mobile homes and are therefore not subject to the normal tax sale remedy of tax sale.” In 2008, the city forwarded all of the properties to a collections agency in the hope of recovering the taxes. “Unfortunately, the collection agency was unable to recover any funds,” Aalderink said. “As these mobile homes have subsequently been demolished we do not have an asset to put a lien on or to sell at a distress sale.” The city has lost a
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Heroes walk among us Professional athletes are idolized by millions. That makes them idols, not necessarily good role models or heroes. A hockey player who scores We say: Search 50 goals can still be arrogant, inconsiderate and selfish without and rescue truly heroic. personnel are one being Perhaps a better definition of such group heroism should include courage, determination and selflessness, even self-sacrifice. By those standards, search and rescue personnel easily qualify as heroes.
Exhibit A — 442 Squadron, based at CFB Comox. For the second time in three years, a 442 crew has won the Cormorant Trophy for Helicopter Rescue. Presented annually by the company that manufactures the Cormorant that is so important to 442’s missions, the latest award went to a five-man crew for a rescue that pushed the quintet and its copter to their limits. On the night of Dec. 23, 2010, they risked their lives to pluck a stranded hiker in frightful conditions high on a mountain in Cypress Provincial Park. With a nasty winter storm bearing down, the crew braved dense cloud and 85 km/h gusts that
threatened to dash the Cormorant onto a cliffside at any moment. Ignoring constant alarms that warned they were exceeding the normal tolerance for the copter’s three engines, they dangled a search and rescue technician, who managed to extricate the hiker. Only the well-built helicopter, skill and training of the crew and possibly a miracle saved them all from being dashed into the mountain. We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again — people who risk their lives to save others are true heroes who deserve our gratitude and respect. – Black Press
Sally Ann appreciates Extreme Weather Shelter support In response to the recent media reports about the extreme weather shelter receiving an additional $6,780 in funding from the Campbell River Homelessness Coalition, The Salvation Army would like to clarify the following: The funds received from the coalition will be used to open the shelter from 7 p.m. - 7 a.m., not 6 p.m .as was previously reported. The remaining funds will be used to open the shelter on nights where weather conditions are questionable and only a degree or so off from official activation. The additional funding will also ensure we are able to open the Extreme Weather Shelter on holidays such as Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day regardless of the weather conditions. At the end of the season any remaining funds from Homeless Coalition grant, they will be reimbursed to the coalition. The Salvation Army would also like to thank the Homeless Coalition for this funding. Kevin Mack, Community Ministries Director, Salvation Army Campbell River
Pottery family a poignant reminder of what’s important
Sian Thomson Just Cause
Every once in a while, I need a reminder about the good things in life. I had been poised to write my Just Cause column about Christmas morning for people who have no money, no home, no family, or worse, who have children and cannot give them what the holiday seasons of the 21st century dictates now that commercialism, materialism and gift indulgence have taken the upper hand in what used to be a non commercial holiday prior to the 1950’s. Christmas morning is the darkest hour for many in B.C. where the child poverty rate, again, is the worst in Canada for the eighth year in a row. Half of those children have at least one parent working fulltime, year-round. Added to them are those
children with parents employed part time. Christmas morning reinforces the hopelessness and indignity parents feel when they paid their hydro bill instead of buying new toys for the kids. If they have family, they have asked for food, not I-pods. If they receive charity, the hamper and angel tree donations will help, a lot, but there is just cause to ask what will people in the community do for the families and individuals struggling January through October. My favourite Christmas movie is Christmas Carol because of the lessons about Christmas, social injustice, poverty and kindness. The author, Charles Dickens, wrote: “I have always thought of Christmas time, when it has come round, as a good time; a kind, forgiving, charita-
ble time; the only time I know of, in the long calendar of the year, when men and women seem by one consent to open their shut-up hearts freely, and to think of people below them as if they really were fellow passengers to the grave, and not another race of creatures bound on other journeys.” But this is where my column goes in a direction I had not anticipated. This morning when I came into work, there was a Christmas parcel and a card sitting on my desk. It was from a grandmother who had taken a pottery class with her granddaughter. She wrote inside the card that she had been thinking about the homeless and thought about “pottery with a purpose.” Inside the Christmas parcel was a little family she had created, mother, father, two children,
and logs on a fire, their fire, keeping them warm. This was a decoration and a reminder to me that in spite of my frustrations that I often write about – there are many who do care and have empathy and just need positive ways they can be encouraged to help the cause. The pottery family – elegant, poignant, who will sit on top of my desk year-round as a symbol of hope and reassurance, must remind us all that while the Thanksgiving-to-Christmas season brings out the best in people, find a way to give not just of your finances, but of your talents, skills, knowledge and ideas, all the time! Let the holidays be a starting point to year-round giving so that those who have been left out in the cold will always feel the warmth.
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City’s violent crime rate rises RENÉE ANDOR CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR
The City of Campbell River ranks 23rd in Canada for violent crimes. In a quarterly report to city council Tuesday, RCMP inspector Lyle Gelinas presented the latest crime statistics, (from 2010), and while Campbell River ranked 55th out of 238 detachments for non-violent crime, and 42nd for overall crime, the city’s violent crimes is up compared to the rest of the country. “Overall, across Canada crime is down, and our calls for service are down a couple hun-
dred by the numbers, but we also deal with a fair number of violent crimes,” said Gelinas, adding that different types of violent crimes each have ratings, and the more severe, the more they bump up a city’s rank. “We’ve had a number of homicides in the past – we’ve had three this quarter – so those are things that you look at.” The data is collected from all 238 detachments across the country with populations over 10,000 so Campbell River is rated against large urban centres like Vancouver and Toronto. However, Geli-
nas said the statistics are adjusted to show a fair reading based on population. “They’ve got Calgary in here at 1.138 million people and us at almost 38,000,” said Gelinas. “We’re not on the same playing scale, but it’s worked so that the rating is relative.” He said Campbell River’s subculture is “active” which greatly contributes to the violent crime rating. “We have a subculture that’s active, and in that subculture violent crimes are being committed,” said Gelinas. “When I talk about subculture I mean the persons who are, you
know, they’re around at night, they’re dealing drugs, they’re doing break and enters, they’re trying to collect money for organized crime, all those kinds of things, that’s the subculture that I’m talking about, so if you’re not involved in that you won’t be affected by that.” While the city’s rank is higher on the violent crime severity index now than the past few years, it is similar to the 2006 ranking. The ranking continually got better since 2006, reaching 72nd in 2009, before plummeting to 23rd for 2010. Gelinas said Campbell River
RCMP will continue working hard to implement crime reduction strategies, including focusing on prolific offenders and crime hot spots. And he stressed that Campbell Riverites should not be too alarmed about the ranking. “There’s no need for a panic button,” said Gelinas. “Just because of where that rating is doesn’t mean that we’re a bad community. “The nor mal person in Campbell River that goes to and from work and has a normal lifestyle and is not involved in crime will never be affected by this stuff.”
City gives 90-year-olds a break on recreation fees Recreational activities will be free for older seniors in the community next year. Anyone 90-yearsold and older will be granted free lifetime membership to the city’s 50+ Active Living Program, effective in
2012. The recommendation was put forward by the city’s Seniors’ Advisory Commission and supported and adopted by city council at its regular meeting Tuesday night. “We felt it was a way to recognize our active
seniors,” said Coun. Mary Storry, who is the council liaison to the seniors’ commission. The 50+ Active Living Program is offered to adults 50-years-old and older and promotes an active lifestyle by offering healthy activities.
The program holds several special events year-round such as birthday celebrations, Lunch Bunch, potluck dinners, dances, workshops and promotional events. Membership in the program currently costs $17 per year for
all seniors. Lee Rumley, the vicechair of the seniors committee, noted several communities on the Lower Mainland provide older seniors with free use of their parks, recreation and culture activities.
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Parent Advisory Councils (PACs) at four local schools will be reimbursed for dollars they raised and spent on new playgrounds this year. PACs, which are tasked with providing school playgrounds, will be reimbursed this year by the province which committed $8 million towards new playgrounds and reimbursements for recently purchased equipment. “We’re very glad and I think it’s good recognition for the amount of work parents go through to fundraise for playgrounds,� said
Peter Neale, secretary treasurer for school district 72. “It’s a good opportunity to give dollars back to the parent groups to build or improve playgrounds for our students.� Discovery Passage will be reimbursed $10, 254, Ecole des Deux Mondes $25,631, Sandowne $26,686 and Oyster River $19,318, the full amount PACs put forward to purchase playground equipment. For Discovery Passage, it means much-needed support for a playground that can accommodate all students. In February 2011, the school district tore down the school’s large, aging wooden
climber due to safety concerns, with no replacement unless the school’s small PAC could come up with $15-to-$30,000. Unfortunately at the time the PAC was fresh off a major fundraising campaign for a playground addition. The addition, which was purchased in Nov. 2010, cost the PAC $10,000, and took seven years to fundraise. The small structure is aimed at older kids, and with the old playground torn down, there is nothing for the younger students to play on. Jessica Taylor, chair of the Discovery Passage PAC, said the reimbursement will help replace the old
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fully installed until this year. Oyster River also had its school’s playground demolished by the school district, in June 2011. Bernadette LaFleur, PAC president last school year, said the group started fundraising for a new playground immediately after it was notified the playground would be taken down. The school put in a new playground in Sept. 2011 and was pleased to discover the money it put in will be coming back. “We’re thrilled about it because we’re a little school, we’re all happy about it,� said LaFleur.
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playground. “With this reimbursement we can start looking at adding an additional playground in the new year – hopefully,� Taylor said. “We have not heard yet when we will receive this money but it will definitely go back into a playground for the students at Discovery.� The province announced on Dec. 7 that it would reimburse PACs for playgrounds purchased between Jan. 1, 2011 and Sept. 2, 2011. Neale said Discovery Passage qualified because although its addition was purchased in 2010, the playground wasn’t
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in B.C.’, has been showing documentary style films about international topics that you may never hear about on the evening news. The festival gets off to a start Friday night with the film, JustDo It. With unprecedented access, director Emily James spent over a year embedded in activist groups such as ClimateCamp and Plane Stupid, documenting their clandestine activities. JustDo It introduces you to a powerful cast of mischievous and inspiring characters who put their bodies in the way. They super-glue themselves to bank trading floors,blockade factories and attack coal power stations enmasse, all despite the very real threat of arrest. JustDo
The World Community Film Festival returns to Courtenay’s Sid Williams Theatre in February.
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social and women’s issues, native rights and international solidarity are explored with passion, hope and creativity. When not viewing films, visit the Bazaar in the Upper Florence Filberg Centre where community groups will be on hand to give out information or to sell merchandise related to the various issues raised during the festival. It’s also a great place to relax and have a snack. Make sure to reserve your seat for the popular banquet on Saturday evening. A festival pass for Friday and Saturday is $32, Fri. evening -$14, Sat. – $22 or $3 for youth on Sat. Tickets are available at the Sid Williams Theatre Box Office (250) 338-2430 or order online www. sidwilliamstheatre. com Check out the schedule online www. worldcommunity.ca/ or look for it in The Word newspaper.
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The Comox Strathcona waste management service supports reducing holiday waste as you shop, entertain and clean up after the holiday celebrations. Recycling is one way to “reduce holiday waste” but the real key to making a dent on the amount of holiday waste is to move beyond recycling to reuse and reduce. When everyone does their part to “reduce holiday waste” our region can rejoice knowing that all our efforts made a big difference at our local landfills. For holiday waste reduction tips and resources visit www.cswm.ca/greenholidays.html
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amaris Oakley’s unique artglass jewelry and sculptural pieces have a huge following in the local area, so fans will be delighted to see her demonstrate her skill. She will be at the Campbell River Art Gallery Saturday from 1-3 p.m. Oakley, who works from her Redroom Artglass Studio in Nanaimo, said she is “addicted” to creating with glass. “Glass has it all,” she said. “Colour, dimension, clarity, and reflection.” Oakley’s medium is
melting glass, and she describes each glass bead she creates as a new adventure. She’s inspired by the West Coast landscape, especially the ocean at low tide, spring flowers and fall colours. “These inspirations present endless stimulation to explore colour, shape and movement,” she said. Her work has evolved to include torching her own glass beads as well as fabricating sterling silver, copper and brass components, which she then transforms into one-of-a-
kind jewelry pieces. As well as jewelry, she creates functional kilnformed art glass at her studio. The Campbell River Art Gallery’s Christmas Arts and Crafts Market, sponsored by Chan, Nowosad and Boates, Chartered Accountants, is open from Mon. to Sat. from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. until Christmas Eve. The market features the work of dozens of artisans from Campbell River, Quadra Island, Cortes Island and regional communities.
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Also, new artisans have been joining the market weekly, so be sure to stop in to see the latest offerings. And, be sure to visit the Gallery Saturday from 1-3 p.m. to see the talented Damaris Oakley at work. For more information, stop by the Gallery, call 250-287-2261 or email contact@crartgallery.ca
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Christmas is for the birds T
he good weather has been ordered and all that remains is to form the teams for the Campbell River Christmas Bird Count (CBC) on Monday, Jan. 2 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Participation costs $5. Twelve teams will be assigned each to an area that includes some oceanfront, some residential and some forest. The teams then count the different species and how many individuals. Each team combines expert and novice birders so that all enjoy the day’s count and contribute to this feat of citizen science. The teams then compare notes at a wrap-up get-together, usually in a local pub or restaurant. If you don’t trust the request for perfect weather and prefer to stay warm indoors, you can also contrib-
Local birder Ed Silkens is counting the days to the annual Christmas Bird Count in Campbell River. Names are being compiled of people who want to be on a counting team.
ute bird count data by taking part in the
backyard feeder count on the same day.
This involves checking the feeder periodi-
cally during the day and recording the
species and number of each species at differ-
ent times. You then report the greatest number of each species that you saw at one time. Everyone can also be “on the alert” during the count week, Dec. 30 to Jan. 5. Note any unusual sighting which might be missed on Jan. 2. These are also reported. The Christmas Bird Count takes place throughout Canada, the United States, the Caribbean and the Pacific Islands, between Dec. 14 and Jan. 5. Results go to Bird Studies Canada which in turn contributes to the Audubon database and helps shape conservation strategies. If you enjoy birdwatching and would you like to participate in this activity and to meet fellow bird-lovers, contact Luisa at 250-923-9918 or e-mail Lu_rich@shaw.ca for more info or instructions.
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he longest running Citizen Science survey in the world, Audubon’s annual Christmas Bird Count (CBC) will take place from Dec. 14 to Jan. 5. Tens of thousands of volunteers throughout North America will brave winter weather to add a new layer to over a century of data. “Audubon was a social network before
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bon’s Chief Scientist, who took his young daughter and wife on last year’s CBC. “Audubon’s Christmas Bird Count is also a tradition that does good things for families, communities, and the conservation movement.” Scientists rely on the remarkable trend data of Audubon’s CBC to better understand how birds are faring in North America and
beyond our borders. “Data from Audubon’s Christmas Bird Count are at the heart of hundreds peerreviewed scientific studies,” adds Dr. Langham; “CBC data have informed the U. S. State of the Birds Report, issued by the Department of the Interior, and modeled after Audubon’s annual reports begun in 2004. For example, in 2009, CBC analyses
revealed the dramatic impact Climate Change is already having on birds across the continent.” “Everyone who takes part in the Christmas Bird Count plays a critical role in helping us focus attention and conservation where it is most needed.” said Audubon’s Christmas Bird Count Director, Geoff LeBaron. “In addition to Audubon’s Continued on A23
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reports on the impacts of Climate Change on birds and our analysis of Common Birds in Decline, it is the foundation for Audubon’s WatchList, which most identified species in dire need of conservation help.” The Audubon Christmas Bird Count began in 1900 when Frank Chapman, founder of Bird-Lore (which evolved into Audubon magazine) suggested an alternative to the “side hunt,” in which teams competed to see who could shoot the most game, including birds. Chapman proposed that people “hunt” birds only to count them. Last year’s count shattered records. A total of 2,215 counts and 62,624 people tallied over 60 million birds. Counts took place in all 50 states, all Canadian provinces, plus 107 count circles in Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Pacific Islands. The first ever CBC tally was submitted from Haiti, where the count circle is located at Les Cayes, the birthplace of John James Audubon. In Colombia, the Audubon count is a crucially important monitoring system of biodiversity in the country. More about last year’s results here. Audubon CBC data not only helps identify birds in most urgent need of conservation action; it reveals success stories. The Christmas Bird
Count helped document the comeback of the previously endangered Bald Eagle, and significant increases in waterfowl populations, both the result of conservation efforts. Counts are often family or community traditions that make for fascinating stories. Accuracy is assured by having new par-
nated compiler. All individual Christmas Bird Counts are conducted between Dec. 14 and Jan. 5 (inclusive) each season, with each individual count occupying a single calendar day. The journal Nature issued an editorial citing CBC as a “model” for Citizen Science. A New York Times
ticipants join an established group that includes at least one experienced birdwatcher. Count volunteers follow specified routes through a designated 15-mile (24-km) diameter circle or can arrange in advance to count the birds at home feeders inside the circle and submit the results to a desig-
opinion piece captured the pleasure and precision of counting: “The personal joy they experience from patiently spotting and jotting down each flitting fellow creature, exotic or not, is balanced by a strong pragmatic factor in the management of the census by the National Audubon Society.”
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Hospital facilities. In the past, the Children’s Hospital in the Lower Mainland was the recipient of all the funds raised in Campbell River through until 1993 which represented about $165,000. Then in 1994, the funds were redirected to our local Campbell River Hospital. In the past, the proceeds from this annual one day event have been over $15,000. In the last 16 years our local hospital pediatric unit has received over $200,000 from our Campbell River Rotary Clubs “March for Children “event.
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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
DEATHS
DEATHS
Thor Tibbitt Peterson
April 28, 1936 - December 6, 2011 Thor Tibbitt Peterson, a man of great integrity, heart and conviction, left this world peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Dec. 6, 2011 in Campbell River. Born on April 28th, 1936, Thor was the third child of Phillip and Phyllis Peterson. The Petersons moved to Quadra Island from Vancouver when Thor was ten years old. There the family built and operated the ďŹ shing resort, April Point Lodge. Thor left â&#x20AC;&#x153;the Pointâ&#x20AC;? at an early age to join the Royal Canadian Air Force. On his return to Campbell River, Thor guided at April Point, and then ran a successful water taxi service where he became known as â&#x20AC;&#x153;All-Weather Thor.â&#x20AC;? A career in real estate followed, specializing in coastal island properties and various land developments, which spanned many years. A true entrepreneur and visionary, Thor embarked on many innovative projects, his latest being a tidal energy development near Seymour Narrows, between Maude and Quadra Island. A passionate protector of our environment and, in particular, a thoughtful conservator of our wild salmon, Thor had a deep appreciation for life and beauty in its many forms. He loved his home by the sea and created a beautiful garden for many to enjoy. He truly treasured his family and the many deeply satisfying friendships he enjoyed over the years. Thor is survived by his three children; daughter Dawn Bencze (Steve), son Leif Peterson (Cath) and daughter Anne PetersonAngus, ďŹ ve grandchildren; Shawn Bencze, Amy Angus, April Bencze, Megan Angus and Bryan Angus; sister-in-law Sherry Peterson; brother Eric Peterson, sister Joy Donaldson, uncle Donald (Morag) Stevens, nieces and nephews; Karen Peterson, Heidi Peterson (Henry), Mark Peterson (Brenda), Carl Peterson, Phil Donaldson and Troy Donaldson and extended families. Thor was predeceased by his father, Phillip Peterson, mother Phyllis Peterson, brother Carl Peterson and brother Warren Peterson. The loss of this generous man reminds us all that life is to be cherished and that living it to its fullest and giving back in any way we can is a priceless gift to both the receiver and the one who gives. Although we will dearly miss his presence, Thorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s spirit and our wonderful memories of him will remain with us forever. A celebration of his life will be held on December 29th at his home from 1-5pm with a eulogy at 2:pm. Kindly RSVP to thorscelebration@shaw.ca. The family would also like to express such deep appreciation for the doctors and the staff at the Campbell River hospital. He spoke highly of your dedication and professionalism while he was alive and we appreciate the wonderful care you gave him. Donations to the Campbell River Hospital Foundation in Thorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory would be most appreciated.
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Please include the name & address of the person you wish to remember and next of kin and your name and address for tax receipt purposes. Thank you for your support. The Salvation Army, 291 McLean Street, Campbell River, BC V9W 2M4
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IN MEMORIAM
Remembering Hayden Blair Kozeletskiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beautiful Life Sept. 15, 1994 Dec. 19, 2010 s s s s s s s No one knew the torment that you were going though; We only kept on seeing what we really wanted to. We saw the outward smile but not your inner pain; We never really dreamt that you would never smile again. Forgive us if we failed to see what we could do to aid; Or if we failed to comprehend how much you were afraid. We pray your mental anguish will now forever cease; And that your deep anxieties will be replaced by peace. We know your pain invaded every single thought you had; It made you cry internally and deeply, deeply sad. But we in turn remember the good times, not the bad; We remember when you smiled at us and not when you were sad. So when we think about your life, we wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t dwell upon its close; Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll remember all the good times and forget about lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s blows. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll remember all the happiness, the joy and not the tears; The assurance and the conďŹ dence and not irrational fears.
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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
Our lives have all been better because you have been there; So now we leave your memory in Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all-loving care.
Condolences may be left for the family at: www.campbellriverfunerals.com
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ANYONE THAT put a dog named Keto or Kedo (Akita/Chow X) for adoption at SPCA years ago, please phone 250-337-8225. .
FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS, MISSING YOUR EVERY BREATH. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Let your light shine Lucy, you are so loved.â&#x20AC;? LOVE MOM, DAD, and COLE
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LEGALS
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: The estate of SIMEON DRISCOLL, Deceased, formerly of #106 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1160 Shellbourne Blvd., Campbell River, British Columbia 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 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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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| CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR | FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2011
HELP WANTED
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
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We require 1) operators and owners operators for processors, 2) owner operators and truck drivers. Work in the Vanderhoof, Fort St. James & Prince George areas. Call or send your resume. Gulbranson Logging Ltd. 250-567-4505 Fax: 250-567-9232 email: jgulbranson@gulbranson.ca
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The ideal candidate will have the following experience and qualifications: • Previous experience in a hydroelectric generating station and/or performing operations and maintenance in a large industrial plant, specifically: ◊ Operating experience of High Voltage Transmission systems ◊ Operating experience of Process Control systems • First Aid Level 1 or higher (or willingness to obtain); • A valid B.C. Driver’s License; • Physically fit with full colour vision; • Trades qualification as an Electrician is required; • Proven ability to lead others in challenging environments. In addition, strong interpersonal and communications skills are essential. The successful incumbents will be self-motivated, flexible and able to work independently. An appreciation for working in a remote environment is essential. We offer a competitive compensation package which includes full medical and extended health benefits. Camp accommodation (room and board) as well as travel to and from site is provided by TMGP. The successful incumbents will work a shift roster of 7 days on site, 7 days off. Applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae with full details of qualifications and experience by email to resumes@alterrapower.ca noting ‘Operations Technician’ in the subject line. Applications will be accepted until December 23, 2011. Further information about Alterra may be found on our website: www.alterrapower.ca.
FUEL/FIREWOOD
APARTMENT/CONDO
SPLIT FIR Firewood, true cords/seasoned, $185/cord. Phone 250-650-4060.
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. 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.
MEDICAL SUPPLIES SHOPRIDER ELECTRIC wheelchair. 2 yrs old. Like new. $1500. (250)926-0910
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE POOL TABLE. 4x8, slate. Cues and balls incl. Excellent condition. $600 (250)287-2814
HOME STAY FAMILIES
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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
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SUSHI MONG needs F/T cook 3+yr exp./completion of secondary/Korean is asset (Will handle fish/develop menu/make sushi and rolls)$17/hr, 40 hr/wk Resume: sushimong@yahoo.ca or 988 Shoppers Row Campbell River, BC V9W 2C5
TRADES, TECHNICAL
LEGAL SERVICES
WE WAI KAI NATION NOTICE OF PROPOSED LOCAL REVENUE LAWS AND INVITATION TO MAKE REPRESENTATIONS 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. 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 #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.
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WE BUY OLD STUFF Cash for most items of Value.
WFP is currently seeking a fully qualified Hooktender to join our Holberg Forest Operation. This is a perm. USW hourly union position required on a full time basis. If you believe that you have the skills and qualifications that we are looking for, please reply in confidence: Marty Gage - General Foreman Facsimile: 250.288.2764 Email: mgage@ westernforest.com For more info. Visit: www.western forest.com
534 Cedar St Campbell River
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2 Bdrm suite $800. Available now
• Galley Kitchen with dishwasher • Hardwood floors • Child and Pet Friendly • References Mike (250)830-7012 visit our website www.dumacholdings.com
Furniture, Tools, Free Housecalls
See Yellow Pages under Oddball Used Furn & Antiques C.R., Courtenay, Comox,etc. Call Ron 250-204-1237
REAL ESTATE COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
HOUSECLEANER looking for regular clientele, Willow Point. $20/hr. Experienced, energetic & efficient. 250-923-9428.
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
COUNTERTOPS
HOUSES FOR SALE
CUSTOM BUILT Cabinetry and Countertops, affordable rates. 250-850-9915 W W W . C O A S T C A B I N E TRY.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. 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. CAMPBELL RIVER- lrg 2 bdrm, rec room, covered patio. $775. Jan 1. N/S. (250)2042797, (250)337-5960. CAMPBELL RIVER- nice 1 bdrm, handy location near town, W/D, F/S, Jan. 1, $465 mo, call (250)923-3635.
DISCOVERY VILLAGE 104 283-1st. Ave Campbell River
ELECTRICAL
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.
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Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Confidential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET
OLDER GAS heater w/ 3” exhaust pipe. Fan thermostat would be great. 250-204-9120
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)
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
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TMGP is seeking two qualified individuals to join our current team of Operations Technicians who are responsible for the operation of the East Toba and Montrose facilities. An emphasis will be placed on hiring a qualified local resident and/or a First Nations partner.
We Wai Kai Administration Offices 690 Headstart Crescent Quinsam Reserve Campbell River, BC
RENTALS
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.
Alterra’s 40% owned Toba Montrose General Partnership (TMGP) is operating the East Toba River and Montrose Creek run of river hydroelectric plants north of Powell River.
LEGALS
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
LEMARE GROUP is seeking a certified heavy duty mechanic and an experienced off-highway logging truck driver for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time union wages. Send resume by fax to 250-9564888 or by email to office@lemare.ca.
Operations Technicians
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PERSONAL SERVICES
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.
To view please call Christine at 250-286-3890 or 250-914-1049 fax 250-286-3803 Zero tolerance for any criminal activity & drugs
PAINTING
Great Views! Newly Renovated!
COLIN’S PAINTING. Winter Special 3 rooms $299. Ceilings & trim extra. 28 yrs exp. Ref’s. Call (250)923-1954.
Large 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites. Heat, Hot Water and Parking included. Call our Resident Caretaker At 250-204-3342 Professionally Managed by Gateway Property Management
EVELYN M. Painting, Quality work, interior prep to complete. Low odor paint, no muss, no fuss, free estimates. 250-204-4417.
STEEL FABRICATORS Ramsay Machine Works requires steel fabricators immediately. CWB tickets an asset. This is a union position with comparable wages and benefits. Please forward resumes to Ramsay Machine Works Ltd. 2066 Henry Ave. West, Sidney, BC V8L 5Y1, Fax: 250-656-1262, or email to: rmwltd@ramsaygroup.com
PETS EQUESTRIAN
PETS
PERSONAL SERVICES
5 SHIH-TZU puppies. Born Sept 11/2011, have 1st shots, deworming, ready mid Dec. To view/reserve (250)923-6854.
ART/MUSIC/DANCING
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
THE GIFT of Music Singing/Music with Susie McGregor Jan-March Private instruction & coaching 10 weeks/$500 more info or register at www.highlandmusicmultimedia.com/susie
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Shady-Stables Equestrian Centre offering Riding Lessons & Horse boarding Call (250) 287-4336
UNDER $200 GAS FIREPLACE, black w/brass trim around glass door, 4” reg. chimney pipe. Jorn, 250-204-9120
FUEL/FIREWOOD 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.
CONDOS FOR RENT
HOMES WANTED
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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
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 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
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2011 | CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR | RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
APARTMENT/CONDO
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
HOMES FOR RENT
CRIME-FREE MULTI-HOUSING
SEAVIEW MANOR, 1 & 2 BDRM Apts. Quiet, secure, includes heat & hot water onsite Manager. Call 250-2866513 or 250-204-5799.
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.
3 Bdrm, 2 bath with garage. By Dogwood & Merecroft. Shared laundry. N/S $1100 plus utilities. 250923-0463
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. OCEANFRONT BACHELOR cottage, fully furn’d, Storries beach area. W/D, TV, internet, avail Jan. 1, $650 mo + hydro (weekly rates also available). Call 250-923-9231.
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES CAMPBELL RIVER- 2 bdrm 4-plex, near ocean/schools, town. Hrdwd flrs, new exterior/paint, W/D. Available Jan 1. $725./mo. Call 250-889-9353. boarsnest@shaw.ca CAMPBELL RIVER 2bdrm apt in centrally located 4-plex. Adult oriented. No Pets. N/S. Refs $700+util. 250-830-4686. CAMPBELL RIVER- 3 bdrm duplex, recently reno’d, F/S, W/D hookup, fenced yrd. $800. Jan 1. (250)203-2084. 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. PAINTER BARCLAY area: 2 brdm 1/2 duplex, $650 + util’s ref’s. Recently reno’d. Avail. Jan. 1st. Call 250-923-1748.
HOMES FOR RENT
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4 BDRM House. Close to Timberline, Willow Point Park, Penfield Elementary. No pets. Ref’s required. $1200. Phone (250)202-9010
TOWNHOUSES
TOWNHOUSES
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
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 House for rent in Peterson Rd area. No pet & N/S. $850. Call between 5 & 7 pm. 1-250-203-6628
•Phone: 250-204-8118
AVAIL IMMED. 3-4 bed. double wide trailer with F/S,W/D. $975/mth. Call 250-286-3074 or 250-204-5005
TRANSPORTATION AUTO FINANCING
CAMPBELL RIVER- 3 bdrm, 1 bath, 1200sq ft, F/S, W/D, NS/NP. $900 (negotiable). Call 250-287-7876. 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 WILLOW Point rancher in quiet family neighbourhood, close to Sportsplex, schools and bus. 3bdr, 1.5bath, dbl garage, 5 appl., wood stove, fenced yard, N/S,1yr lease and references required. $1250/mth, avail Jan 1, call 250-204-1562 Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402
ROOMS FOR RENT
DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals
Furnished room. $450/ea Cable/wireless, laundry included. Oceanview. 1/2 block to bus. NS, NP. 250-287-3616
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 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
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Serving the North Island from Courtenay to Port Hardy, contact us or visit www.totalconcept.biz
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.
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‘92 ACURA Integra. 5 spd, sunroof. Good running condition. $1500 OBO. 250-9963789
MOTORCYCLES
SUITES, LOWER MERECROFT AREA: 1 bdrm above ground suite. 5 appl. N/P, N/S, security system & private entrance. Refs. $700. Avail Immed. 250-830-0653. 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 WILLOW POINT, level entry 670 sq ft, 1 bdrm, 6 appls incl’d, storage, hrdwd and tile floors, new private rear unit, avail immed. 250-923-4344.
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GEORGIA PARK -- Grade 4 See more Christmas is for Kids submissions in our Christmas supplement next Friday
Atoms remain undefeated The Browns Bay Packing Atom A Tyees kept their winning streak alive in a romp over the Kerry Park Islanders at home Saturday afternoon. The Tyees dominated the Islanders and came away with a lopsided 14-1 victory in front of their home crowd at Rod Brind’Amour Arena. The Tyees played an outstanding game, extending their winning streak, which now sits at seven wins, no losses. River Fahey lead the Tyees in scoring with five goals, while Davis Frank received a hat trick. Other goal scorers were Owen Parker and Cole Devlin who each knocked in two goals, while Noah Fladager and Brendan Almer scored one goal each. Game Stars for Saturday go to Devlin
KRISTEN DOUGLAS/THE MIRROR
Owen Parker of the Atom A Tyees celebrates his goal against the Kerry Park Islanders Saturday at Rod Brind’Amour Arena.
and Dakota Sinclair. The Tyees will
face off at home against Parksville
this Saturday before heading down Island
to play in Victoria on Sunday.
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Local gymnastics prove best on Island Last weekend, the Men’s and Women’s teams were picked for representing Zone 6 at the 2012 BC Winter Games. On the men’s side, Nathan Chow took the Gold All around on Saturday winning pommel horse, rings, parallel bars and high bar (tie). Quinn Kuschel-Ross missed finishing second all around by .1 accepting the Bronze. Kuschel-Ross tied for first on high bar and finished second on the floor and parallel bars. Liam Deagle finished in the alternate position and is hoping for a Wild Card berth to the
games. Deagle tied for second on Rings and took the silver on high bar. Carson Ogg and Riley Michael competed in the Level 1 division on Saturday. Ogg finished with 80.8 points and Riley with 78.6 points, both achieving gold. The boys look strong as they get ready to go to Surrey in March for their first competition on the mainland. The final competition was held in Nanaimo to pick the girls team. The field of competitors was strong with 22 girls from six clubs.
Campbell River’s Kyra Boulding came away with first place in the allaround to guarantee her a spot on the winter games team. Boulding proved her potential in giving a solid performance on all four women’s apparatus, capturing the gold on the beam and the silver on the vault. Rebecca Tazumi, one of the youngest competitors, had a great experience with her best finishes being ninth on the floor and eleventh on the vault. She showed much improved confidence in herself towards competition.
ALISTAIR TAYLOR/THE MIRROR
Driving down court Carihi’s Johnathan Paisley breaks down court past Timberline’s Fergus Arnold during a senior boys’ basketball game Tuesday at Carihi. Timberline fended off a desperate late game push by Carihi to win 52-43.
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Killer Whales swimmers smash several club records at Victoria Christmas meet The Campbell River Killer Whales set five club records at
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This just added to the excitement and the Killer Whales thrived. Mackenzie Padington,12, delivered an outstanding performance. She raced her way to a silver medal in the 100 breaststroke setting a new club record of 1:20.88. Padington also achieved a bronze medal in the 100 Free and 200 free also setting a new club record. Rounding out her outstanding performances she received a bronze medal in the 200 breaststroke and fourth in the 50 and 100 freestlye. “Mackenzie was really a force to be reckoned with in the pool this weekend,” said Head Coach Chris Koopmans. “She has been training very well over the past five weeks.” Jena Beaudin also set a club record in the 200 IM in the premlinaries and then came back to the finals and won the Bronze medal and broke the club record again with a time of 2:36.50 Conner Skuse,12, achieved a silver medal in the 200 butterfly and 200 IM. Skuse raced his way to silver medal in the 50 backstroke beating the club record by .05. Another highlight for the Killer Whales was winning the Team Cheer award that will be on display in the Strathcona Gardens pool complex. “Our 10 & unders did an outstanding job competing against 12 & unders at this swim meet. Its not easy racing swimmers who are not only faster but tower over you as well,” Koopmans said. “For our club to come fourteenth out of 38 clubs is definitely a step in the right direction.” Those interested in joining the Killer Whales can go to www.crkw.ca or call (250) 914-1214.
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