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A Campbell River man convicted of impaired driving causing death has lost his appeal. Christopher Healey, 35, was convicted in October 2010, for the tragic accident which killed Weston Smith of Port Alberni on June 4, 2009. In a decision handed down Wednesday in Vancouver, the B.C. Court of Appeal upheld the reasons for judgement issued by Campbell River provincial court Judge Brian Saunderson. “In my view, the judge’s reasons for judgement properly connect the evidence at trial and explain the basis for the verdict,” said Justice Mary Saunders, in a written decision. Healey’s lawyer, Doug Marion of Campbell River, had argued that Judge Saunderson’s verdict was unreasonable in regard to impaired driving. Healey had suffered a minor head injury in the accident and that might have explained his “slurred speech, mumbling and confusion, glassy eyes and a red, flushed face.” Marion also contended the judge misconstrued or ignored other relevant testimony provided by witnesses who arrived at the Island Highway accident scene. But the appellant court said Judge Saunderson considered all the evidence “taken as a whole” and provided a sound basis for Healey’s conviction. “…the only rational conclusion
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was that Mr. Healey was impaired by alcohol when the truck he was driving collided with the truck driven by Mr. Smith,” wrote Justice Saunders. On that fateful day, Healey had consumed at least a couple of drinks in the morning, likely vodka, before heading north on the Island Highway. Driving a Toyota pickup on a clear and dry afternoon, Healey was approximately 14 kilometres south of the Sayward Junction when he drifted right onto the gravel shoulder. Healey tried to correct the drift, turned back onto the paved highway, spun out, crossed the centre line and collided with Smith’s southbound Mazda pickup. Smith was wearing a seatbelt, but died instantly from head and chest injuries. He was on his way home to Port Alberni after Continued on A3
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Council meetings a mouse click away Council meetings will be available for live viewing on the City of Campbell River website in 2012. During Council’s first meeting of the year, Jan. 10, city staff tested new equipment that broadcasts council meetings live over the Internet.
Future council meetings will be available live and will be archived for on-demand viewing. To see meeting webcasts as of Jan. 24, go to the city’s website www. campbellriver.ca and click on the link from the homepage. A link will also be available from the Council Meetings page. “Webcasting of council meetings offers an
inexpensive, easy-toimplement way for the city to share information, potentially around the globe,” says Mayor Walter Jakeway. The archived video and audio recordings of meetings will be indexed (and searchable) by agenda item so people can view the entire meeting or meeting segments by clicking on agenda items.
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Continued from A1 finishing his shift at the Port Alice mill. No one else saw the accident, but other motorists stopped within minutes of the collision. The first woman on the scene found Healey lying in the southbound lane, near his pickup. He was momentarily unconscious and had a lump on the right side of his head. The witness told police she could smell alcohol on Healey and he was slurring his words.
Within 20 minutes of the accident, Const. Christopher Dove of the Sayward RCMP arrived at the scene and also noted Healey’s slurred speech, flushed face, glassy eyes and a strong odour of fresh alcohol. In the cab of Healey’s truck, the officer found two empty bottles of vodka and a partly consumed bottle which had Healey’s fingerprints on it. Const. Dove rode in the ambulance with Healey who was taken to Campbell River
Hospital. During the 45-minute trip, the officer informed Healey he was under investigation for impaired driving causing death. But Healey gave the officer vague responses and refused to provide a breath or blood sample. Nevertheless, Judge Saunderson was convinced that Healey was the driver and that he was under the influence of alcohol. Healey was handed a fouryear jail sentence and banned from driving for 15 years.
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City councillors had to weigh community values over community growth at a special council meeting Tuesday afternoon. Councillors aired their concerns with the city’s new community plan, in particular the rural Quinsam Heights neighbourhood, near Evergreen and Petersen roads. The area is mostly z o n e d Re s i d e n t i a l Estate – which permits single family homes on large lots, but some lots on the north side of Pinecrest Road are zoned RM-1, a low density infill that permits single family homes on smaller lots. The city’s new Sustainable Official Community Plan (SOCP) calls for Quinsam Heights to have similar zoning throughout and be maintained as a rural neighbourhood. The plan acknowledges that the large rural lots have recently been targeted for small and medium lot subdivisions but notes those are not consistent with the established character of the neighbourhood, which includes h o bby f a r m s a n d equestrian uses. The plan goes on to say the neighbourhood
is “destined for little to no major development changes and not intended as a primary growth area for the city.” The plan was created out of an intensive, 18-month process with public involvement through workshops, meetings and open houses. Ross Blackwell, the city’s land use manager, said the Sustainable Community Plan committee heard loud and clear that residents of Quinsam Heights want to maintain the integrity of their neighbourhoood. “What we heard from the broader community is that the values of a rural neighbourhood for Quinsam Heights over ruled development,” Blackwell said. Coun. Claire Moglove affirmed the consensus was to keep the integrity of the rural area. “At the committee meeting they said this is the only area in Campbell River that has a rural flavour and if we change that, we’ve lost it forever,” Moglove said. But Coun. Andy Adams said the city has already moved towards development. “I think we made that shift when we let Legacy Heights (subdivision) go in there in the first place,” Adams
said. He also said the two blocks along Pinecrest Road that are zoned estate don’t make sense because they’re not connected, and are squeezed in with residential lots. “Why not a continuous strip that would fit into the plan’s goals of walkability, cycling routes, and compact g rowth?” Adams said.“Those two blocks (on Pinecrest) were included in infill for potential growth.” Adams made a motion to change the zoning of the two Pinecrest blocks to make it more “linear” but the motion was defeated by councillors Moglove, Ron Kerr, Mary Storry and Mayor Walter Jakeway. Other minor tweaks council wants to make to the community plan will be made after the plan goes to public hearing on Feb. 8 at 6:30 p.m. and before third reading. The Sustainable Community Plan took 18 months to draft and the process included consultations with youth, community stakeholders, the general public, school district and First Nations. The document sets out policy guides for city council and sets the vision and direction of the city for the next 50 years.
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was not an isolated incident. Last Sunday, a passenger was hurt when a transit bus rolled near Duncan after it collided with a station wagon. In June 2011, several students aboard a Penticton area school bus were injured when it was involved in a fatal crash with a small car that crossed into its path. The bus was equipped with belts, but the students were not wearing them. N D P M L A M i ke Farnworth, when he was the Opposition’s
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Tragedy prompts U.S. seatbelt action Unlike Canada, the U.S. is at least trying to implement a requirement that new buses be equipped with lap-shoulder belts. The debate over bus passenger safety south of the border has been reignited following a series of fatal accidents that focused attention on whether seatbelts should be required in commercial buses. Federal safety experts first pro-
posed that seatbelts be mandatory on all interstate buses 43 years ago. In all that time Congress had not acted despite the statistics show ing that most fatalities result from passengers being ejected in roll overs. However, Congress finally vowed to tackle the issue after a horrific accident last March in New York in which 15 passengers were killed and 18 injured.
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Arena in dire need of repair KRISTEN DOUGLAS
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City councillors want to see improvements made to the arena and threw their support behind the Strathcona Re g i o n a l D i s t r i c t , which is seeking funding for renovations. The regional district has applied for $400,000 from the $30 million B.C. Community Recreation Fund. Josie Rohne, facilities manager of Strathcona Gardens, said if the grant application is successful, planning would take place this year and the $968,000
arena project would be scheduled to begin at the end of March 2013. The regional district would also be expected to fund a portion of the project, likely through capital funds. Coun. Andy Adams brought forward the re gional district’s grant funding application to the mayor and fellow councillors at last Tuesday’s council meeting. “Arena one (Rod Brind’Amour Arena) has some significant infrastructure problems,” Adams said. “I think it’s in the best interest of the city to
support this application from the Strathcona Regional District.” Council agreed and voted to send a letter of support to the Community Recreation Fund in support of the grant application. Rod Brind’Amour Arena, the larger of the two rinks at Strathcona Gardens and home of the Campbell River Storm, is in poor condition and needs immediate attention to the floor, boards and the brine lines Rohne said. Brian Reardon, the re gional district’s
chief administrative officer, stressed the importance of upgrading the arena sooner rather than later, in the grant application. “If this project is not completed soon, it is expected that there will be catastrophic failure of the concrete slab which will render the arena inoperable,” he said. “If that were to happen it would have a devastating effect on the local arena user groups and public ice programming. “Currently this ice surface is used 1,930 hours per year for
youth activities and 423 hours per year for adult groups. If arena number one failed there would be nowhere else for these displaced groups to go as the other full-sized ice space at Strathcona Gardens is also booked to capacity.” If the regional district manages to secure funding, construction on the area would likely take place between April and September 2013. Rohne predicts the five-month closure would result in a revenue loss of approximately $22,000.
City’s blooms to compete world-wide KRISTEN DOUGLAS
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Council has given the green light for the city to compete in Communities in Bloom at the international level, in spite of concerns over the budget. After winning at the national level and receiving a perfect five “blooms,” the city was invited to compete on the world stage. Members of the Communities in Bloom Committee attended the Jan. 17 council meeting, asking councillors to support registration in the international competition. In order to participate, the city must be registered by the end
of the month and must pay a $950 registration fee. The committee was also asking for $27,000 to come out the parks and recreation budget. Coun. Mary Storry was wary of approving the registration when there is no certainty that the city will be able to afford the committee’s budget. “I’m concerned because of the timing,” Storry said. “I love this project, but because it’s coming out of the parks budget, and we’re about to go into some serious budget discussions (I’m concerned). What happens if we register and then the budget is not there?”
Parks manager Lynn Wark said it would depend on how the budget is impacted and, if need be, the committee could look at reducing the scope of work. Last year, the city showed off initiatives such as the Adopt-AHighway program, the annual garden contest, and community workshops to the Communities in Bloom judges. The city also unveiled some new programs: Awards for great curb appeal; a Willow Point beautification survey; and entry in the Christmas parade. Campbell River won the 20,001-50,000 population category at the national level. The city also received spe-
cial mention for the Baikie Island Restoration project, the Sustainable Development Award and an award for the best community exhibit at November’s Communities in Bloom symposium and awards ceremony in Quebec. Judg es Nor mand Rose and Betty Lamont visited the city last July and evaluated the community based on tidiness, environmental action, heritage conservation, urban forestry, and floral displays, with community involvement a big factor in each area. Coun. Ryan Mennie asked the committee if it would be interested in competing again at
the national level. “ I ap p re c i at e. . . t h at C o m m u n i t i e s in Bloom is not just about flowers, which I used to think it was, but about civic pride,” Mennie said. “Are you still interested in the national level?” Wark said the committee was not invited to compete at the national level again, and if it wants to take part, the city must register in the international competition. Wark also said it gives the city the chance to get better. “The committee has chosen to compete at the international level because we want to keep improving,” said Wark.
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Bad tires + bad weather = accident With the recent snow flurries and freezing conditions, it’s a good plan to make sure you’re driving with decent
tires. A local motorist found this out the hard way on Saturday after losing control of their vehicle on the Dogwood Road hill around 9:30 a.m. According to
Anonymous donation A week after the Campbell River Salvation Army fell $23,000 short of its Christmas Kettle fundraising goal, an anonymous donation from a local business brought the total up to $150,000. “After adding everything up at the end of the campaign we determined we had raised a total of $127,000,” said Community Ministries Director Kevin Mack. “I announced this final total just over a week ago and the very next day we received a cheque for $23,000.” The generous donation was made by a
local business owner who wishes to remain anonymous. The $150,000 fundraising total is a new record for the Campbell River Salvation Army. “We’d like to thank the entire community,” said Mack. “The record total will not only go towards funding our community programs, but will allow us to reach out into the community and meet even more needs.” All funds stay in the city to fund projects such as the Lighthouse meal program, emergency family services and case work.
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Also Friday, at 7 p.m., police were called to a break, enter and theft from a residence in the 500 block of Island Highway. The suspect gained entry to the residence through a small window and stole a laptop computer. Anyone with information is asked to contact Campbell River RCMP or Crime Stoppers.
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Tools and fishing gear valued at $10,000 were stolen from a trailer parked on Albea Road after the thief cut off the padlocks. The theft was reported to Mounties on Saturday at 10:15 a.m. The trailer was parked in the 2100 block of Albea. On Friday, at 10:55 a.m., police were
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Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing regarding the following will be held in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 St. Ann’s Road in Campbell River, B.C. at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 31, 2012. Property owners are required to provide all tenants, leaseholders and occupants with a copy of this Public Hearing Notice. A copy of this proposal may be inspected at the City Hall, Land Use Services Department on any regular business day between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday inclusive except Statutory Holidays. All persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw will be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the Bylaw that is the subject of this hearing. Please note that legal considerations prevent Council from receiving any representations or submissions after the close of the Public Hearing. A speakers list will be available for persons wishing to speak at the Public Hearing. You may register in advance by calling 250Ͳ286Ͳ5700 or at the Public Hearing.
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First ecstacy, then oblivion Ecstasy can kill you. Can that message be driven home any more acutely than it has in communities in B.C. and Alberta? In the past We say: Popular five weeks, the popular man-made drug has taken several lives and is drug has taken responsible for another that hangs in the balance. The drugs were laced several lives in with paramethoxy-metamphetamine. recent weeks On Nov. 27, Tyler Miller, 20, took ecstasy. He was a gifted Abbotsford musician and student, with great career plans. It’s all over. He was dead in eight hours. On Dec. 19, 17-year-old Cheryl McCormack of Abbotsford ingested ecstasy with some friends
— ostensibly as a weight-loss aid. She became unresponsive and, three days later, she died. She was a bright, fun and athletic teen. On New Year’s Eve, a 24-year-old Abbotsford woman engaged in “recreational” use of ecstasy with three friends. By 6 a.m., she was in critical condition in hospital, where she remains. The grief and suffering of the family and friends of these victims is excruciating. In that context, it is such cruel irony, considering ecstasy is known for inducing euphoria and a sense of well-being. It’s chemical Russian roulette. You can feel good and survive‚ perhaps many times. Or, you can end up dead or on life support. It doesn’t take prolonged
use or abuse of ecstasy to court disaster. Ecstasy, or MDMA, is notorious for being laced with other drugs, including ketamine, methamphetamine and cocaine. Depending on the circumstances, the physiology of the user and other factors, the mix can be lethal. It seems an insane risk, yet ecstasy is popular among a segment of young people who have so much to lose. Please — parents, teachers, police — speak with your children, your students, your young contacts. Teens, counsel your peers who may be tempted to use ecstasy or are already using it. Give them the cold facts. Implore them to think, to make good decisions. — Black Press
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Hospital misinformation I wish to challenge several statements made in a recent letter in the Campbell River Mirror by B. Funk from Cumberland. That writer promotes a return to the one regional hospital plan to replace existing Campbell River and Comox hospitals (proposed by VIHA in 2006) that was soundly rejected by most North Islanders. As most readers know, that rejection is evidenced by 19,000 people who signed petitions in 2007 supporting public health care and hospitals in Campbell River and in the Comox Valley. In 2008, the locally elected Comox Strathcona Regional District Hospital Board voted against their former support for one regional hospital and the next year, in response, VIHA introduced a proposal for building new hospitals in both communities which maintained services in our current hospitals and added some regional beds and services. For a start, it is untrue as B. Funk states that “each area (Campbell River and the Comox Valley) forming action groups” when in fact, there was one action group Citizens for Quality Health Care. CFQHC consisted of members from both communities and all actions, petitioning and communication were done collaboratively. Continued on A9
Capt. Schettino bucks maritime tradition
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He was the Captain of the Nightingale; Twenty-one days from Clyde in coal; He could smell the flowers of Bermuda in the gale; As he died on the North Rock Shoal. I first heard The Flowers of Bermuda and its story about its brave but hapless captain from a Stan Rogers album. The story is told from the point of view of a crewman on a British collier, the Nightingale. On its way to Bermuda it hits rocks and the captain’s first thought was for his crew. They eyed the captain’s “gig” as their only escape after discovering the lifeboats were smashed. But when the crew was all assembled there;
And the gig was prepared for sea; ‘Twas seen there but 18 places to be manned; And 19 mortal souls were we. “But,” cries the captain, “now do not delay, nor do you spare a thought for me. My duty is to save you all now. Save ye all now if I can. See ye return quick as can be.” So they pile into the boat, leaving the captain behind, promising to return with a rescue “quick as can be.” Now there be flowers in Bermuda. Beauty lies on every hand, continues the narrator. And there be laughter ease and drink there for every man; But there is no joy for me. For when they reach the “wretched Nightingale” they’re greeted by an
awful sight: “The captain, drowned, was tangled in the mizzen chains, smiling bravely beneath the sea.” Smiling bravely beneath the sea. Of course, you know what turned my thought to this song was the disgraceful behaviour of the captain of the Italian cruise ship Costa Concordia, Francesco Schettino. Now, we shouldn’t condemn this man until we get the whole story but the evidence so far does not make him look good. In particular, there’s the remarkable transcript of the Coast Guard captain doing everything he can – including swearing at the cowardly captain – to get him to get back on his ship until everyone is off. It’s a long-established maritime tradition that the captain stays to see everybody off a sinking ship, going
down with it if need be. You know the old saying, “Women and children first.” Sexist perhaps, but certainly children have to get off first. According to the BBC, current maritime law does not say specifically that the captain has to be last off (a previous version did) but implication is still that he’s responsible for seeing all passengers off safely. The principle involved is that the captain has to direct the safe evacuation of passengers and crew. Apparently, the BBC says, Italian law requires the captain to stay on board. It would take a stout heart to stay on a sinking ship but who could abandon it while others still remain? The captain isn’t expected to actually go down with the ship. He just needs to be the last one alive getting off.
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Hospital: Two facilities offer best quality health care Continued from A8 B. Funk then states “And the result was VIHA caved to these special interest group’s demands.” In fact, VIHA’s 2009 two new hospital plan was announced in response to the wishes of 19,000 North Islanders who signed the CFQHC petition and to reflect the Comox Strathcona Regional District Hospital Board’s desire for a hospital in each community. If “special interest group” can be defined as the vast majority of people and politicians from the North Island, then we stand guilty as
charged. Next, B. Funk states that the one regional hospital model originally proposed by VIHA is supported by local medical personnel. I don’t know which medical personnel the writer is speaking of but the majority of Campbell River and Comox Valley doctors and specialists have been vocal about supporting the two hospital plan, preserving and expanding on current services offered. B. Funk says that building two hospitals will result in “ re d u c e d s e r v i c e s
and at a greater cost.” There are certainly arguments to be made whether services are adequate to meet current or future needs and whether there are a sufficient number of beds in the VIHA plans for each new hospital. However, the truth is that the services offered in the two new hospitals are not “reduced” but are exactly the same as what was offered in VIHA’s one regional hospital proposal. The most pertinent fact related to cost is that VIHA and the Health Ministry are touting a Public-Private Part-
nership (P3) model to funding new hospitals. If examples of P3 hospitals built and operated in England and Abbotsford, B.C. are examined, they exist to make the health corporations running them a profit from taxpayers’ dollars, are over budget and less accountable than publicly funded and run hospitals. If B. Funk is concerned about the cost of the two new hospitals, he or she should join with others from the North Island in campaigning against the P3 model of funding the two hospitals should VIHA and the Provincial Govern-
ment decide to go down that road. Finally, B. Funk asks “where do we go from here?...bickering amongst a loud but vocal minority…I hope not.” Well, the reality is that there exists a loud vocal majority of citizens from two communities not arguing against each other but united in expecting that two publicly funded hospitals, one in each community, is the model that will offer the best quality health care now and for future generations. Richard Hagensen Campbell River
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Loons are habringers of bad weather There are five species of loon in the order known as Gaviiformes. These include the common, yellow billed, pacific, arctic and the less common red throated. The red throated loon is a migratory, aquatic diving bird found in the northern hemisphere and is circumpolar in distribution. Breeding range for these loons usually extends from Northern British Columbia to Alaska, and they winter from northern British Columbia down to Mexico, there is a known breeding colony in Haida Gwaii. The red throated loon is the smallest and lightest of the loon family measuring only 24-27 inches in length and is not often seen along the east coast of Vancouver Island. Adult summer plumage for these loons is dark grey seen from above the water. On closer examination the back is speckled with fine light grey markings; below the water the undersides of both winter and summer plumage is white.
The head is grey with throated loons are a maroon coloured easy to distinguish in throat patch and the flight, they drop their back of the neck is head and neck below finely striped with their horizontal bodies which gives them white. Juvenile colouration the profile of a hunchincludes black and back. During white speckthe winter led backs and loons tend wings with to be more a light grey aloof foragneck. ing in small Like all groups along loons the red the coastal throated loon areas. has a sturdy In sumflat body with mer they a thick neck Sandy Fairfield mig rate to and promiMARS Moment their breednent head, the legs are set way ing grounds where back on the body and they frequent smaller three of their toes are ponds lakes and even webbed. This species rivers. They are able of loon has a slender, to use smaller bodies sharp straight bill of water as they are which is often carried the only loon that does at an up tilted angle. not need a “runway” of In summer the bill is water to get airborne. black and changes to They can manage to pale grey in the win- launch from land by pushing off from their ter. All loons have dense breast and legs. The menu for these bones that help them submerge in the water. loons includes fish Large feet and power- especially her ring, ful legs propel their molluscs, crabs, frogs, streamlined bodies insects, fish spawn down into the water and sometimes plant and they are known material. Fish will be to dive to depths of 30 speared usually after an underwater chase feet. Powerful fliers, red when they will dive
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Local Rotarians are one step closer to building a water park in Willow Point this spring, after receiving a $5,000 grant from Tire Stewardship BC, to be used towards rubber surfaces in the park. Conceptual drawings for the park were submitted to the city in November, and contractor Rectec Indus-
tries is due to submit detailed drawings for approval this month. Once approval from the city and the Vancouver Island Health Authority are in place, construction will begin, with the hope of having the park ready for the summer. The project is a joint effort between the Daybreak and Noon Hour Rotary Clubs, and the Campbell River Fire Fighter’s Association.
The partnership is still seeking about $50,000 in sponsorship towards the project, said Noon Hour Rotary Club president Patricia Gagnon. “We are looking for cor porate sponsorship,” Gagnon said. “We’ve applied for a number of little pots of money, but we’re looking for around $50,000.” Letters have been drafted and will be
going out to the business community soon, she said. A fundraising campaign by Telus will bring in about $100,000, Gagnon said. Last March, Telus launched a fundraising campaign to support the Campbell River Rotary Waterpark. Telus committed to donate $100 towards the water park for every new television customer it signed up.
The Tire Stewardship BC grant will go towards providing crumb rubber, which is made of recycled tires, for surfaces in the park. The material is water permeable and soft, and is used in water parks, playgrounds, running tracks, synthetic turf fields and more. The associaton’s current round of grants will benefit 29 projects and keep more than
half a million pounds of tires out of landfills. “This amounts to nearly 38,000 tires that were kept out of landfills and instead were recycled for use in playgrounds, water parks and indoor and outdoor athletic facilities,” says Executive Director Mike Hennessy. “In total, the Community Grant Program recycled more than 680,000 pounds of
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A number of city residents are receiving phone calls from what has been identified as the largest scam currently being perpetrated in Canada. Anf one local woman admits to falling for the computer virus scam. “If it can happen to me, it can happy to anybody,” said the woman, who asked not to be publicly identified. “I know better than that. That’s the scary part. There are probably people out there who don’t know as much about computers.” The woman fell victim to the scam this week, when a caller pretending to be a Microsoft employee offered to help rid her computer of malicious software. By the end of the long conversation, she had granted access to her computer and handed over her credit card number for a $160 service warranty. “They were in my computer for an hourand-a-half. I allowed it,” she said. “I hung up and thought ‘what did I just do?’” Immediately after h a n g i n g u p, t h e woman realized she had been scammed. She has since taken her computer in for legitimate servicing, moved all of her bank accounts and cancelled her credit cards. She has also reported the case to RCMP and the Canadian Anti Fraud Centre. Even then, the callers didn’t give up. The woman received 21 calls from the scammers the following day. According to the fraud centre, this and similar scams now account for 70-80 per cent of all scam complaints in Canada. “As embarrassed as I am that this happened, I am telling everyone I know and asking them to tell everyone,” the woman said. “People have to be warned.”
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The 11th annual Words on the Water Campbell River Writer’s Festival returns to the city this March, and with new young members of the organizing committee bringing a renewed energy to the event, long time organizers are excited for the 2012 festival. “Words on the Water strives to bring the very best coastal writers to the region,” said founding committee member Ruth McMonagle, and with new committee members now into their third year, “they’re really into the heart and soul of it.” “The younger people are committed to continuing on,” she said. “Trevor (McMonagle)’s been the chair for 11 years, and we’re just really happy to see it continue with their help.” The festival presents the writers’ works as “the written word, as spoken by the author,” McMonagle explained, which adds a differ-
ent tone to the works being presented. The festival events take place March 23 and 24, 2012, with a unique series of events. “The writers are a mix of male/female, urban/rural, and eastern/western,” McMonagle said. “You get a real dynamism of things.” Friday night brings together all of the writers to present in pairs or groups. The Writers in Conversation session is preceded by the reading of the 2012 commissioned poem. Friday’s pairings will include the contrasting experiences of Daphne Marlatt, a writer in her 70’s who has published more than 20 books on a variety of topics with Garry Thomas Morse, an up-and-coming poet who has been a finalist for the Governor General’s Award for poetry. Terry Fallis and Robert Wiersema, “who are hugely dynamic individuals,” will provide an interesting session,
McMonagle said. Fallis is the author of Canadian best sellers The Best Laid Plans and The High Road, and Wiersema has written three books and is a noted literary reviewer. Local MC John Elson will interview Trevor Herriot, the current Haig-Brown writer in residence and award winning author, naturalist and speaker. And finally Gurjinder Basran, Susan Juby and Zsu Zsi Gartner will bring together their unique perspectives as Canadian female authors writing about the immigrant, rural, and urban experience. Basran is the author of Everything Was Good-bye, the winner of the 2011 Ethel Wilson Fiction Award for most outstanding fiction by a BC Author. Juby sets much of her work in a rural setting, and has written both young adult novels, and now, fiction aimed at adults. Gartner’s latest short fiction collection, Better Living through
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Words on the Water writers’ festival committee member Ruth McMonagle shows off some featured works by this year’s festival authors.
Plastic Explosives, was a Globe & Mail Best Book and on the Vancouver Sun’s top ten Canadian titles of 2011, as well as a finalist for the prestigious 2011 Scotiabank Giller Prize. “They come from different places but fit very dynamically together,” McMonagle said. Saturday features longer sessions with the writers, with two writers per session, speaking for 45 minutes each. The festival wraps up Saturday eveContinued on A16
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WoW returns... Continued from A15 ning with a Literary Cabaret, where every writer will read or talk for about 10 minutes. “The participants are encouraged to step out of their genres,” McMonagle said about the “very light and delightful” event. “This portion of the festival is unique in that authors tend to branch out from the usual format and get creative with their presentation. After spending the weekend together, there is a real rapport between writers and audience and this is a particularly enjoyable ses-
sion.” The festival is held at the Maritime Heritage Discovery Centre, and receives support from federal grants, local Rotary clubs, community donations, local businesses and more. In addition, the event brings money into the community during a traditionally slow season. Early bird tickets to this year’s festival will be available as of Feb. 1 at the Tidemark Theatre box office. Tickets are $65 for the weekend (until Feb. 29, $85 after), or $20 for individual sessions. Visit WordsOnTheWater.ca
Super Saturdays return to art gallery The Campbell River Art Gallery is gearing up for another year of fun Super Saturdays! Bring your imagination for allages art-making at the Gallery from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.on a bi-weekly basis. Super Saturdays get going Saturday, Jan. 21 with ‘Pin Cushion Creatures.’ This isn’t just any pin cushion. These prickly creatures will have you squealing as you turn them into mice and other fun animals! The fun doesn’t stop there. On Feb. 4, come to the Gallery from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. for ‘Stamp It’, where you can build an imaginary scene using an array of fun stamps, ink and felts.
On Feb. 18, the theme is ‘Flatlands in 3D’, where participants will create a flat world that pops out, vdwith the use of cardboard and some 3D sculptural surprises. Other fun Super Saturday events include ‘Paper Mosaics’ on March 3, ‘Pastel Pet Portraits’ on March 24 and ‘Where the Fairies and Elves Live’ on April 14. Super Saturdays are available by donation, materials included, with thanks to program sponsor Marna Disbrow. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Check the Super Saturday schedule at www.crartgallery.ca
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Todd Butler brings his wit to Quadra A contributor to CBC Radio and Television and a veteran of over twenty years of live performing as a guitarist/vocalist and comedian, Todd Butler’s skills are honed to an exquisite point. He swings easily from lambasting politicians in hilarious political parodies to interpreting the latest news stories with a twist guaranteed to entertain you with a stunning combination of musical parody, whimsical wit, and outstanding musicianship. “There are a whole lot of musicians who try to be funny, but not many comedians who can play guitar like Todd Butler” (Penguin Eggs). Combine this with edgy political satire, and you have an evening guaranteed to redefine your idea of what a comedy concert should be. The Todd Butler musical comedic experience is coming to the Heriot Bay Inn Friday Jan. 27 when Todd serves up a great evening of entertainment and Herons serves a three course meal to satisfy. Tickets for this show are $40. Reserve your seat and a room soon to be sure you get one! Call 250.285.3322. Todd Butler has been guest host of CBC Radio’s Madly Off in All Directions, and has performed at the Montreal International Jazz Festival, Winnipeg Comedy Festival on CBC TV, Vancouver Comedy Festival and the Calgary Folk Festival, to name a few. In concert Todd gets musical too, showing audiences why his 2003 instrumental CD, Dobro and Guitar (with Doug Cox) was picked as one of the year’s Top Ten by Acoustic Guitar Magazine. Your Community
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LOST AND FOUND FOUND: GOLD earring with diamonds, at Salvation Army Church parking lot. Call to identify (250)923-8729. LOST SONY E-Reader, Jan 11, North Campbellton. If found please call (250)2823853.
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THE family of the late Maurice (Moe) Duffy would like to thank all our extended families and friends for all the beautiful flowers, cards and donations after the loss of our dear husband and father. Your love, your support and your hugs are the things that keep us going through this trying time.
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Ed passed away suddenly on Dec 23. He leaves behind 3 of his children, Teresa (Mike), Dana (Rob), Todd (Tami) his sisters Margaret and Doris, 8 Grandchildren, 2 great Grandchildren and many extended family members. Ed arrived in Campbell River as a young boy. He attended high school but like many young men his age left school early to work in the woods. Even though he left school early he took great pride in advancing his education, completing his high school credits as an adult while working full time and with a family well on it’s way. Ed and Frances took in many foster children as well. It was during this time that he became concerned about how things were being handled at the high school. Ed began a campaign to change this and thus began a battle that would last several years and would eventually cost the principal his job. Ed worked most of his life at the pulp mill and always worked hard to educate himself for the betterment of his job. He was an avid, and often read, writer to the Mills union paper and shared his many opinions in the local papers. Following his retirement he began to write more and eventually sold one of his stories to the Yukoner magazine. Ed was proud of his many accomplishments, especially his children and family. He was often heard bragging about them and their achievements. The family would like to invite you to share your memories of Ed. Please jot them down and send them to T.Charlton, Box 583, Port McNeill, V0N 2R0. We would like to compile a memory book that can be shared with his Grandchildren for years to come. “Here’s to the boys from the yellowstone flats”
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WOMEN SOCCER players needed for C.R. team. The Bandits Soccer Team is looking for 5+ exp. players for various positions. We practice Thurs. nights & games are on Sun. Please call Steve 250287-4925, sc9735@telus.net
TRAVEL GETAWAYS LONG BEACH - Ucluelet Deluxe waterfront cabin, sleeps 6, BBQ.Storm watchers 2 nights $239 / 3 nights $299. Pets Okay. Rick 604-306-0891
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Notice to Creditors and Others Re: The estate of Patrick Melvin Thompson, deceased, formerly of 9308 Martin Park Drive, Black Creek, B.C., V9J-1C4 Creditors and others having claims against the estate of Patrick Melvin Thompson, are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the executors, Shirley Prissick and Irma Scott, c/o Bruce G. Preston, Barrister & Solicitor at 201-901 Island Highway, Campbell River, B.C., V9W-2C2, on or before April 30, 2012, after which date the executors will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard only to the claims of which the executors then have notice.
Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land
Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land
Take notice that London Enterprises Ltd. (doing business as Sonora Resort) of Richmond, British Columbia, intends to make application to Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), West Coast Service Centre for a License of Occupation – Dock situated on Provincial Crown land located at Florence Lake on Sonora Island. The Lands File Number that has been established for this application is File #1413708. Written comments concerning this application should be directed to the Section Head, Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations at 142 - 2080 Labieux Rd, Nanaimo, BC, V9T 6J9, or emailed to: AuthorizingAgency.Nanaimo@gov.bc.ca. Comments will be received by MFLNRO until Monday, February 20, 2012. MFLNRO may not be able to consider comments received after this date. Please visit our website: http://arfd.gov.bc.ca/ ApplicationPosting/index.jsp for more information. Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor.
Take notice that London Enterprises Ltd. (doing business as Sonora Resort) of Richmond, British Columbia, intends to make application to Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), West Coast Service Centre for a License of Occupation – Roadway situated on Provincial Crown land located at Sonora Island. The Lands File Number that has been established for this application is File #1413707. Written comments concerning this application should be directed to the Section Head, Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations at 142 - 2080 Labieux Rd, Nanaimo, BC, V9T 6J9, or emailed to: AuthorizingAgency.Nanaimo@gov.bc.ca. Comments will be received by MFLNRO until Monday, February 20, 2012. MFLNRO may not be able to consider comments received after this date. Please visit our website: http://arfd.gov.bc.ca/ ApplicationPosting/index.jsp for more information. Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 20, 2012 | CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR | TENDERS
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Tree Farm Licence 47, Management Plan #4 available for Review and Comment
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TFL 47, held by TimberWest Forest Corp (TimberWest), covers roughly 125,000 hectares of land on northern Vancouver Island in the vicinity of Johnstone Strait and Bonanza Lake. The Management Plan (MP) provides a general description of the TFL, a brief history of the TFL, a list of publicly available planning documents that guide TimberWest’s operations on the TFL and a timber supply analysis for the TFL. The timber supply analysis provides information to assist the Chief Forester of BC in determining the allowable annual cut for TFL 47.
TimberWest Forest Corp, 4475 North Island Highway, Campbell River, Ph: (250) 286-7300 Strategic Forest Management Inc., 5G, 1705 Campbell Way, Port McNeil, Ph. (250) 956-2260 Ministry of Forest and Range, 370 South Dogwood Street, Campbell River, Ph (250) 286-9300 Ministry of Forest and Range, 2217 Mine Road, Port McNeill, Ph (250) 956-5000 You can also find the Management Plan at http://www.timberwest.com/timberland-operations/ PublicReview.aspx A set of reference maps are included in the review materials. Please write, fax or email comments by March 22, 2012 to: TFL 47 Management Plan TimberWest Forest Corp. P.O. Box 2800 Campbell River, BC V9W 5C5 Fax: (250) 286-7315 Email: publicreview@timberwest.com
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Financial Analyst Reporting to the Finance Manager, the successful candidate will provide financial analysis and interpretation to support business decision making processes. This position assists in the production of monthly reporting and balance sheet reconciliations, provides financial modeling and analysis, provides full analysis as required for audit purposes, and supports budget, forecast and strategy processes. The successful candidate will possess a CMA designation and have a minimum of three years’ experience in a similar position. Solid experience with Excel including complex formulas, pivot tables, etc., and good knowledge of IFRS is required. Experience with Great Plains / SAP is desirable.
Environmental Technician Reporting to the Environmental Manager, the successful candidate will undertake environmental sampling and monitoring programs including acquiring, preparing and analyzing water, soil and biological samples. Candidate will support the operation in refining and improving environmental programs and working with the department on governmental regulation reporting. Applicants should be familiar with ABA methodology, Atomic Absorption spectrometer use, and Leco S200 sulfur analysis. Knowledge of Word, Excel and database programs, along with prior industrial experience will be assets. As a minimum, the successful candidate will possess an Environmental Technology Diploma.
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The MP for TFL 47 is available for public review from January 20 until March 21, 2012 during normal business hours at the following locations; please call ahead to arrange an appointment to view:
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Reporting to the Mining Manager and working with all operational departments, the successful candidate will be responsible for tracking information and producing reports for the Mine Operations department utilizing Word, Excel, Autocad and Access. A degree in Business Administration or Office Administration, and knowledge of the mining industry is an asset. Nyrstar Myra Falls is a complex and challenging underground hard rock mine which produces zinc, copper, lead and gold concentrates. The Company offers an industry competitive wage and a comprehensive benefits package. Please submit your resume, stating the position you are applying for, with a minimum of three work related references to: Human Resources Department Nyrstar Myra Falls P.O. Box 8000 Campbell River, BC V9W 5E2 Fax: 250-287-2093 email: natalie.clark@nyrstar.com We thank all those who apply, however only those under consideration will be contacted.
CLASSIFIED 2 Administrative Assistant Reporting to the Finance Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing administrative support to the General Manager including information collection and report generation. In addition, the position will provide administrative back-up services in the areas of payroll, accounts payable, safety, training and human resources. Proficient knowledge of Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Access will be assets. Nyrstar Myra Falls is a complex and challenging underground hard rock mine which produces zinc, copper, lead and gold concentrates. The Company offers an industry competitive wage and a comprehensive benefits package. Please submit your resume, stating the position you are applying for, with a minimum of three work related references to: Human Resources Department Nyrstar Myra Falls P.O. Box 8000 Campbell River, BC V9W 5E2 Fax: 250-287-2093 email: natalie.clark@nyrstar.com We thank all those who apply, however only those under consideration will be contacted.
Executive Director Museum at Campbell River
COOK (CASUAL, ON COOK (CASUAL, ONCALL) CALL)
(3 months: January-March 31, 2012) Part Time position 10 hours per week $9.79/hour
FACILITY: The Salvation Army Evergreen House, 690 Evergreen FACILITY: The Salvation Army Evergreen Road, Campbell River, B.C. V9W 3R7 House, 690 Evergreen Road, Campbell River, B.C. V9W 3R7 JOB PURPOSE: The Lighthouse Centre Janitor provides janitorial services JOB PURPOSE: The Lighthouse Centresafety Janitorstandards provides janitorial services to maintain the cleanliness and health of the Lighthouse to maintain the cleanliness and health safety standards of the Lighthouse Centre. Centre. RESPONSIBILITIES: RESPONSIBILITIES: • Prepares meals; may prepare for special dietary needs of the residents • Prepares meals; may prepare for special dietary needs of the residents • Adapts work practices within specific parameters to ensure the efficient • Adapts work practices within specific parameters to ensure the efficient delivery of food services delivery of food services • Makes use of and decides on best use of resources, including donations • Makes use of and decides on best use of resources, including donations to to minimize minimize waste waste •• Follows for the the safety safety and andsecurity securityofoffood foodand andequipment equipmentand Follows guidelines guidelines for and monitors practices to ensure adherence monitors practices to ensure adherence •• May and/or volunteers volunteers May supervise supervise students students and/or •• May supplies May order order food food supplies •• Performs duties as as assigned assigned Performs other other duties QUALIFICATIONS: Food Safe Safe Level Level 1.1. QUALIFICATIONS: Food TERMS: needed TERMS: On On call call as as needed SALARY: (hire rate) rate) SALARY: $10.97 per hour (hire Interested with resume resumeand andcovering covering Interestedapplicants applicants must must respond respond in writing with letter 2012 to: to: letter By By January 25, 2011 Captain Campbell River, River,B.C. B.C.V9W V9W3R7 3R7 CaptainGord GordTaylor, Taylor, 291 291 McLean McLean Street, Campbell Wethank thankall all applicants, applicants, however, only those We those candidates candidates to be be interviewed interviewed will be contacted. to contacted. PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE CALLS
Project Superintendent Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for planning and completion of a range of surface projects including, but not limited to, civil works on a tailings dam, modifications to a hydro dam, deconstruction/movement of surface buildings, etc. The ideal candidate will have a strong civil engineering background with experience in planning, managing construction projects and knowledge of environmental requirements.
TSM/ISO 14001/Communications Reporting to the General Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for establishing and maintaining effective communications and public relations both internally and externally with a range of stakeholders including government and community agencies. In addition, the candidate will oversee implementation of initiatives that further the Company’s compliance with the Mining Association of Canada’s Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM) program, and advancing the Company’s progress in implementing an ISO 14001 environmental standard. Nyrstar Myra Falls is a complex and challenging underground hard rock mine which produces zinc, copper, lead and gold concentrates. The Company offers an industry competitive wage and a comprehensive benefits package. Please submit your resume, stating the position you are applying for, with a minimum of three work related references to: Human Resources Department Nyrstar Myra Falls P.O. Box 8000 Campbell River, BC V9W 5E2 Fax: 250-287-2093 email: Natalie.Clark@nyrstar.com We thank all those who apply, however only those under consideration will be contacted.
The Campbell River and District Museum and Archives Society is seeking a dynamic, forward thinking Executive Director. Operated by a non-profit society, the Museum at Campbell River, the largest regional museum on Vancouver Island, is designated as an International Class ‘A’ museum. The Executive Director reports to a Board of Trustees and is responsible for the development and execution of a comprehensive strategic vision and day-today management for the Museum. The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree in a related field, or equivalent experience. This senior management position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Please apply by e-mail to: selection.committee@crmuseum.ca by 4:00 p.m. on February 15, 2012 with a resume and covering letter. Detailed position profile available at: http://www.crmuseum.ca/ ExecutiveDirectorJobDescription.htm.
KNIGHT INLET LODGE Upscale, wilderness eco-tourism lodge has 1 fulltime seasonal (8 month) position available for this season – March to October. The opportunity to join the highly professional, dynamic team at our beautiful fly-in resort will be offered to the candidate with skills that meet job requirements and is prepared to commit to a full season. Employees fly in and out of Campbell River, experience excellent working conditions and are provided with complementary full room and board.
HANDYMAN / DOCK HAND / FISHING GUIDE Shifts are 14 days in & 7 days out – March and April Shifts are 10 days in & 4 days out – May to October
Required skills: • positive guest relations • ability to work either independently or as part of a team • general construction, plumbing, and electrical proficiency • mechanical aptitude • must have boating skills and either have or be willing to get SVOP certification • fishing experience an asset Resume to: Fax: 250-337-1914 email: info@grizzlytours.com (No phone calls please)
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| CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR | FRIDAY, JANUARY 20, 2012 PERSONAL SERVICES HELP WANTED
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ARE YOU AN EXPERIENCED HAIR STYLIST WANTING MORE OPPORTUNITY? Headquarters Hair Studio, enjoying 25 years of business in Campbell River; is looking for a talented, creative, individual to join our team. Ongoing education and retail bonuses are just part of our employment package. Apply in person or call for a private interview at
Headquarters Hair Studio 870B-13th Avenue 250-286-1213 Bookkeeper/Accounting Technician Chan Nowosad Boates, Chartered Accountants is expanding and seeking an energetic and conscientious team player to join our firm. The successful candidate will have strong organization and communication skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize. Knowledge of basic bookkeeping as well as Microsoft Office programs is essential. Preference will be given to those with bookkeeping and/or Simply Accounting experience. Please deliver your résumé with cover letter by January 27, 2012. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. 980 Alder St. Campbell River, BC V9W 2P9 (250) 286-0744 www.channowosadboates.ca
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HOSPITALITY BAR STAFF, F/T is required. Min. 2 yrs exp., must be a team player and hard worker. Year round work. Resumes to: File M158 C/O Campbell River Mirror, 104-250 Dogwood St., Campbell River, BC, V9W 2X9
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250-830-0295 HELP WANTED Alberta earthmoving company requires a Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. You will work in a modern shop and also have mechanics truck for field work. The job is at Edson, Alberta. We require that you have experience on Cat crawlers and or Deere excavators. Call Lloyd at (780)723-5051.
This is a year round position, good pay for the right skill set, and tip pool. The successful applicant will have several years experience, preferably Red Seal, and have a passion for making good food using quality ingredients. We use local produce and strive for quality to serve our customers.
WORK WORLD in the Tyee Plaza is looking to fill customer service positions. Applicants must be willing to work weekends and be able to provide excellent customer service. These positions also include receiving and stocking freight, product knowledge of the variety of products we carry, light cleaning, and using the cash register. Applicants must bring in their resume in person to the store (References must be provided). No phone calls please.
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SALES OPPORTUNITY! We are looking for a self motivated person that understands customer service and dedication are key to being successful in the automotive industry. We are the newest and most progressive dealership in the valley offering a great pay and benefit package. We care about our community and are looking for the best to carry out our mandate. Apply in confidence to Neil van Ierland at 4901 N Island Hwy, Courtenay
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES ELECTRICAL 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)
HOME IMPROVEMENTS Design Ideas Carpentry, Re-Facing Fireplaces & Ceramic Tile, Windows & Doors, Bathrooms General Renovations, 30 Years Experience. For FREE ESTIMATE call
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PETS CAMPBELL RIVER DOG FANCIERS SOCIETY Dog Training Classes Registration night Wednesday Jan. 25 7:00pm - approx. 8:00 pm
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LOOKING TO Expand Your Horizons? Gulf Islands Film School Camps SPRING BREAK Learn from a pro! 1 and 2 week March 11, 18 & 25 Save$$ Earlybird Special til Jan 31 www.giftsfilms.com 1800.813.9993.
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EDUCATION/TUTORING FRANCOPHONE TEACHER offering tutoring in French and math. Call (250)287-8949 or (250)202-5666. THEATRE AWARD WINNING RUTH NICHOL COACHES; Speech Arts, Acting/Songs, Public Speaking. (250) 9230792 / ruthnichl@gmail.com
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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE APPLIANCES ONLY @ the Nanaimo Costco January 18 - 29, 2011. Bring a friend & come watch a demo. Lowest price in Canada.
UNDER $200 WASHER & DRYER, $200 for both. Good condition, Worth much more! (250)830-0121
FUEL/FIREWOOD DRY FIR. $175/cord. Half cords $90. Call Adam 250203-5324. Lrg order Discounts DRY FIR firewood. $150/cord. 2 cords available at once if needed. Kevin. 604-223-0623 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.
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COLON HYDROTHERAPY, Pauline Wolf, CHHP, I-ACT Certified. TOXIC COLON? Fatique? Constipation? Bloating? Gas? Heartburn? Indigestion? Headaches? 250-287-8583 Campbell River pauline01.wordpress.com
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If interested and possess the listed qualifications please forward resume or apply in person at: 2158 Salmon Point Road, Campbell River, (Black Creek, Oyster Bay), V9H 1E5 or email: salmonpt@shaw.ca
DANCE INSTRUCTOR NEEDED. Permanent, 40/hrs/wk, $35/hr. 3 years proven professional stage performance experience is required. Must be able to teach all ages and levels. Send resume or bio to crdancextreme@yahoo.ca
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SPLIT FIR Firewood, true cords/seasoned, $185/cord. Phone 250-650-4060. Winter Special BIG CORDS of dry fir firewood.Split & del’d. $165./load. 250-202-7883
FURNITURE GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com
BRAND New LUXURY Queen Size Pillow Top Mattress Set (in original Package) left over from LARGE hotel order.800 coils. MSRP$1299.00 Liquida- tion Price $460.00 (11 available) Kings $705.00. Includes both boxspring/ mattress.. Delivery available. Text or call 1 250 334 7527 to reserve a set.
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REAL ESTATE
MISCELLANEOUS WANTED WE BUY OLD AND USED Sterling, Coins, Military, Tools, Musical Inst., China, Clocks, Furn., Jewelry, Art, Cameras, Records, Fishing CR, Courtenay, Comox Free House calls 204-1237
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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 RIVERnicely kept 3 bdrm townhouse, avail Feb. 1, $785. (250)923-3635. CAMPBELL RIVERspacious, 2 bdrm condo, close to downtown, quiet bldg, N/S. $750/mo. 250-923-7043.
Damaged House? Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale? We will Buy your House Quick Cash & Private. Mortgage Too High and House won’t sell? Can’t make payments? We will Lease Your House, Make your Payments and Buy it Later!
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MOBILE HOMES & PARKS 3 BEDROOM in family park on Shelbourne. New Low-E windows, newer appl. Fresh paint, patio and shed. Price reduced to $32,000. 250-923-9281
REAL ESTATE SERVICES FOR LEASE (C.R.). Ground Floor (993 sq/ft), turn key office space. Downtown with parking. Avail Apr. 1/12 (or sooner). Call 250-287-2200.
RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO 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.
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CAMPBELL RIVERAvailable Feb 1. 3 bdrms, 1 bath, 3rd flr, panoramic ocean view, in suite laundry, no elevator, 1 sm dog ok. N/S. Refs req’d. $900. (250)287-4459.
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3 bdrm, 2 bath house with large view of the habour, 5 appliances and close to downtown
1 bdrm apartment close to hospital, newly laminate flooring and in-suite laundry $680/mo
3 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse, modern with 5 appliances, close to dog park, pet allowed, starting $1000/mo.
3 bdrm duplex newly renovated, ½ duplex, front and back yards, pet allowed, $850/mo.
2 bdrm, 1 bath apartment across from the seawalk, in newly renovated building, elevator access, in-suite laundry, one small pet allowed, starting $700/mo. 4 bdrm, 2 bath house, small older home with ocean views, great neighbourhood, $850/mo.
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Shades of Green Large patio home located in Gated Community on Sequoia Springs Golf course features 2 bdrms + den, 6 appl, hot water on demand, & garage; N/S; N/P; immediate possession available; $1150/month; pet MAY be considered w/deposit
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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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534 Cedar St Campbell River 2 Bdrm suite $800. Available now • Galley Kitchen with dishwasher • Balcony • Hardwood floors • Child and Pet Friendly • References
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HOUSES FOR RENT 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. Duplex with ocean view in Willow Point 2 bdrm. at 700 with garage. 3 bdrm rancher with family room and garage, Penfield area. 1200 pm, near all Schools. 3 bdrm townhouse on Galerno. 900 pm. Adults only. 4 bdrm older home in Willow Point, fenced yard, ideal for pets and kids at 1300 pm. 3 bdrm older basement home with 1 acre on Twillingate available Feb. for 1000 pm. SUITES FOR RENT Sunset Ridge at 826 7th Ave: has renovated 2 bdrm units available @ 690 pm. In unit laundry, one child welcome. Magnificent view of down town from Pacific Plaza 2 bdrm unit- 1000pm. Adults only, no pets. Call today to view. Westerley Close at 836 7th – Adult with small pet- 2 bdrm, 5 apl, avail in 8-plex: @ $850 pm. 3 yrs old. 1 upper and 1 lower unit available. Suites in Discovery Point at 872 S. Isl. Hwy: available from 800 pm. - 1000. w/d in units. Building has had a face lift. Many units are upgraded to different levels. 2 bdrm unit in 8 plex: Upland Rd available now for 675 pm. Ideal for young child with parents. Small pet ok. Private suite in home, all inclusive at 850 pm. near WP Park.
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RENOVATED CONDO, 2 Bdrm, 5 new appl, close to buses & NIC/Timberline. $750/mth. 1 sm pet allowed. 250-287-3556 SEAVIEW MANOR, 1 & 2 BDRM Apts. Quiet, secure, includes heat & hot water onsite Manager. Call 250-2866513 or 250-204-5799.
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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES 2 BDRM Apartment in triplex, Ground floor. Handy Downtown. Laundry in bldg. N/S, N/P. Ph 250-286-6454 BRIGHT, SPACIOUS 1640 sq.ft. oceanfront. 2 bdrm + den, 5 appl’s, covered parking. N/S,1 cat ok. Looking for quiet, responsible tenants. Avail Feb. 15th. $950./mo. 250-286-3309 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 $625+util. 250-830-4686. CAMPBELL RIVER- 2 bdrm duplex, F/S, W/D, wood stove, close to hospital & town. NS/NP. $750. (250)286-4238. 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.
HOMES FOR RENT 3 BDRM, 2 bath, Georgia Park rancher, w/garage. Avail Now. N/S, N/P, Ref. req’d. $1200/mth. 250-202-0931 or 250-923-1684 btwn 6-8 pm. 3 BDRMS. Ocean view. 4 appl. Gas furnace. Close to shopping & fishing pier. Lge yard. Pet friendly. $900/mnth. 250-203-7873. Leave mssg. NEAR SEQUOIA Springs golf course (Campbell River), beautiful 2 bdrm patio home, den, lrg kitchen, quality appls, hot water on demand, fireplace, dbl garage, avail immed, $1150, 250-338-2472. WILLOW POINT rancher, quiet family neighbourhood, close to Sportsplex, schools, bus. 3bdr, 1.5bath, dbl garage, 5 appl., wood stove, fenced yard, N/S, $1150/mth, call 778-420-0036
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Hockey hall of famers and legendary hockey heroes set to take on local law enforcement
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High flying action The action was intense during the latest chapter in the crosstown rivalry between Carihi and Timberline at the Timberline gym. The home team came out on top of this one 62-42.
Hockey Hall of Fame Members Bryan Trottier and Glenn Anderson will join Bob Bourne, Larry Melnyk, Ron Flockhart, and Warren Skorodenski as they take on the Vancouver Island law Enforcement Hockey Team 7 p.m. on Monday at Strathcona Gardens. Recently retired NHL Referee Kerry Fraser will add to the competitive spirit, fun and antics of the game. The Oldtimersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Hockey Challenge is designed to give fans and players alike an opportunity to celebrate a common joy of the game while at the same time giving much needed funds to worthy organizations. A portion of the proceeds from each ticket will go to Cops for Cancer. Add the the Call to Recycle Tykes, the local Campbell River Figure Skaters and singing cameo from Bryan Trottier on guitar, the Oldtimersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Hockey Challenge is sure to be a very exciting and entertaining day for the entire family. The Oldtimersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; H o cke y C h a l l e n g e
Catch Hall of Famer Bryan Trottier at the Oldtimers Hockey Challenge at Strathcona Gardens Monday.
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Planning for Life Changes 2X14 2X14 HARNESS THE POWER OF DIVIDENDS
Dividends are quarterly payouts from a company to its shareholders. And today’s healthy dividend yields are eclipsing those of money market funds and the bond market. Their advantages are numerous and they carry great potential. But how powerful is the power of dividends? Income-focused investors often look to dividend-paying stocks – typically largecap companies that are less volatile – as Scott Cessford a source of stability and income and as a way to diversify their portfolios. Although companies are not obligated to pay dividends to investors, most continue to do so. In fact, all of the largest Canadian banks are known to maintain their dividend payouts to investors instead of reinvesting them, and today the Big Five average yield is about 4.4% (Globe Investor). Some investors see dividend payments as a signal of the company’s con¿dence in its future earning power, particularly in tenuous markets. They also help to mitigate stock market downturns, particularly in the wake of the ¿nancial crisis.
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According to Standard and Poor’s, dividends have contributed to approximately one third of S&P 500 total return since 1926, while capital appreciations have contributed two thirds. Therefore, both sustainable dividend income and capital appreciation potential are important to total return expectations. Closer to home, and more recently, dividends have contributed 2.5% of the average 7.5% total return of the S&P/TSX Composite Index (Jan. 31, 2009, Morningstar; annual compound total return for S&P/TSX Composite Index from 1988-2008). Today, because stock valuations are lower, the dividend yield (the dividend paid per share divided by the share price) on the S&P/TSX Composite Index is higher.
The DRIP strategy Many stocks make automatic Dividend Reinvestment Plans (DRIPs) available, through which investors can reinvest their dividends for future growth (and more dividends) instead of spending them. Suppose you invest $100 initially, and an additional $75 per quarter, at an anticipated stock price appreciation of 7% and an anticipated dividend yield of 2%. In 20 years, you would have invested a total of $6,025 and reinvested dividends of $2,324.88 for a total cost basis of $8,349.88. Your capital gain would be $8,166.42 – and your total value would be $16,516.29!
Dividend tax advantages Dividends received from Canadian corporations are effectively taxed at a lower rate than interest income, due to the dividend tax credit that is applied to the federal and provincial tax payable. This tax credit is meant to recognize that the Canadian corporation paying the dividends has already paid tax on its earnings, which are now being distributed to its investors. Dividends from foreign corporations do not receive the same dividend tax credit, and are taxed at a higher rate than those of Canadian corporations. For example, if you earn more than $126,000 in annual taxable income, and receive $1,000 in dividend income from a Canadian company, you keep approximately $775 after federal and provincial taxes – less the dividend tax credit. By comparison, $1,000 in interest income will net about $555 after taxes – the same for $1,000 in foreign dividend income, because it is not subject to the tax credit for Canadian corporations, and is taxed at a higher rate. This article is supplied by W. Scott Cessford, Vice President and Investment Advisor with RBC Dominion Securities Inc., Member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. Scott also volunteer’s this time and expertise educating and informing the public through the non-pro¿t group, “Planning for Life Changes”. “Planning for Life Changes” will be conducting a free seminar on February 24, 2012 from 1:00 – 3:00 pm at the Seniors Centre in the Campbell River Common. To RSVP, call Dylan Miles at (250) 287-2393. This article is for information purposes only. Please consult with a professional advisor before taking any action based on information in this article. Scott Cessford can be reached at (250) 287-2393.
“Planning for life changes” is a not-for-profit group made of local professionals who will be providing free seminars that will cover various aspects of life including retirement planning, income taxes, Wills and Power of Attorney, real estate matters, and funeral planning. Scott Cessford is one of the presenters of this seminar that will be held on: February 24, 2012 from 1:00pm – 3:00pm at the Senior Centre, Campbell River Common. To RSVP please call Dylan Miles at (250)287-2393.
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Riverite to race the field in Poland C a m p b e l l R ive r native Stephanie Trenholm will compete in the Canadian Interuniversity Sport national team in Poland this spring. The University of Victory student joins two other cross country runners and two coaches, all from UVic, on the roster. The competition is set for Sat., April 14 in Lodz, Poland’s third largest city situated approximately 135 kilometres southwest of Warsaw. Vikes associate coach Keith Butler will be joined by Ingrid Ruys, a Vikes coach based in Alberta, at the event along with runners Trenholm, Cliff Childs and Dylan Haight. For Trenholm, it’s her first international racing experience. “Any time you make your first national team, it’s a pretty exciting moment,” Fougner said. “Stephanie is pretty excited about this. Her strength is
probably on the track but to get international experience in any level of racing is pretty important for development. “She’s looking forward to it,” Fougner added. “She’s got a lot of upside to her in the future, she’s really come into her own this year. I think we’re going to really see her take off this year.” Fougner said the FISU cross country is an achievable race. “It’s not dominated by the African nations like you experience in world cross,” Foughner said. “We’re racing against a lot of European countries and the races are close, it’s a great culturual experience for them, too. So it’s a very good introduction to international competition for our athletes.” Canada is coming off its best-ever performance at the biennial event, which was held on Canadian soil for the first time in his-
Stephanie Trenholm will compete in the Canadian Interuniversity Sport team in Poland this spring.
tory in 2010. Trenholm was also named an all-Canadian this past
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South prevail in chippy VIJHL All-Star game TRAVIS PATERSON
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Campbell River Storm player Brett Willsie, playing for the North, gets by the South’s Rhys Williams (Victoria Cougars) during the VIJHL All Star game at Pearkes Recreation Centre on Sunday (Jan. 14). The South won in a shootout, 7-6.
was the South’s MVP of the prospect game, though the North prevailed 6-4. Oceanside’s Taylor Grabowski was
MVP for the North. Sproule’s fight was applauded by the blood thirsty guest coach of the South Team, Robin
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A week prior to Sunday’s All-Star Classic at Pearkes arena, rookie Liam Sproule of the Saanich Braves wasn’t even scheduled to play. Sproule sparked a chippy afternoon when the 17-year-old defenceman fought Dixon Wing of Campbell River in the four-on-four prospects game. Stick work, body checks and various other pleasantries were shared in both games, particularly in the day’s main event, the All-Star Classic. “These guys play each other four, five, six times a year, and they don’t like to lose,” said Cougars coach Mark Van Helvoirt, who coached the South to a 7-6 shootout victory. “I thought it was well played, fairly clean and competitive. Some guys g aren’t there because r they score goals. They bring other intangibles and they’re trying to showcase their skills.” As for Sproule, he added an assist and
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A Campbell River mom, who took on a group of ruthless “dragons”, will appear next Wednesday on the hit Canadian TV show, Dragons’ Den. The episode, which airs at 8 p.m. on CBC, will feature Elaine Popove, president and founder of Miss Fix Fashion Products, a Campbell River-based fashion solutions company. Popove, along with business advisor Shannon Baikie, presented her business proposal to the panel of five dragons in May and found out last week that her presentation will be aired on national television. More than 3,000 businesses auditioned for the show. “It’s exciting to learn
that we were chosen to appear on television,” Baikie said. “Not all businesses that have their pitch filmed actually go to air so we are very excited and honoured to be one of them.” Popove and Baikie pitched the company’s premiere product, Fashion-Aid, a roll-on adhesive, on Dragons’ Den in the hopes that one of the business moguls would invest in the product. The show gives aspiring businesspeople an opportunity to pitch their business concepts and products to a panel of Canadian business gurus. The dragons will put their own personal money on the line if they feel a product will be successful, and in return ear n shares in the business. “We were confident
where the product will be available as of Feb. 1. Popove’s invention was born on her wedding day, while struggling with her strapless gown. Her motivation for appearing on Dragons’ Den was to expand her business. Now, she’s excited to see what will appear on television. “With over 45 minutes of footage and only three to five minutes shown, we can guarantee there will be some entertaining and nail-biting moments,” Popove said. “Although Business advisor Shannon Baikie and Elaine Popove, business owner, presented Popove’s fashion product on we know the final outcome, the actual pitch the CBC television show Dragons’ Den. Their pitch will be aired on Wednesday’s episode. has been kept secret, with our answers and the opportunity comes ping bra straps, low shelves in the spring even from us. We’re in the end we’re so knocking, you’ve got to necklines or strapless of 2010 and since then, not very good at keepglad we did it,” Popove take it. I would recom- dresses. The product has retailed in more ing secrets but we’ve said after filming her mend this to any entre- is also hypoallergenic, than 400 Canadian succeeded at keeping water-washable and stores. Recently, the our lips sealed this pitch. “It was quite the preneur.” Popove’s product is a approved by Health company struck a deal time and promise the experience and you’re with London Drugs community we won’t definitely out of your liquid, roll-on adhesive Canada. The product first hit and Save-On Foods, disappoint.” comfort zone, but when designed to secure slip-
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