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Ronna-Rae Leonard says goodbye to council chambers BY MICHAEL BRIONES Echo Staff Courtenay councillors paid tribute to Ronna-Rae Leonard, who attended her final regular council meeting on Monday. Leonard is not running for council this coming election, as she opted to venture into federal politics. Councillor Starr Winchester said that Leonard was a special lady, one who hasd serve on Courtenay council for the past nine years. “Tonight is councillor Leonard’s last meeting, and although she and I did

not always agree on issues, I want to say how much I admire her strength and her dignity,” said Winchester. “Ronna-Rae, you are a woman with a vision, who will tackle any project or issue that you believe is for the betterment of our community. We as a community have profited from your knowledge and your skills on many levels. I want to tell you, your time on Courtenay council was well worthwhile.” Winchester and the rest of council thanked Leonard for the work she has done and wished her all the best in the future.

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Win one for the Nipper ... and vote Plucky little downtown dog ran for Mayor of Courtenay and had everyone laughing BY DEBRA MARTIN Echo Staff

Armani suit for Nipper. The brains behind Nipper’s campaign even had him photoshopped into an Armani suit - in the days when Photoshop wasn’t common.

e was ‘down to earth’ and didn’t have a grudge against anybody. Well, except for maybe cats.He mostly spent his days snoozing in the window of his ‘dad’s’ store, The Benjamnin Moore House of Colour on Fifth St. where he became a somewhat famed local landmark. But there was more to Nipper, the Jack Russell Terrier, than you would think, given his mostly prone state. Local creative-business types Neil Havers and Andy MacDougall were out having dinner with their wives one night, bemoaning the lack of great candidates in the upcoming 1993 municipal elections. Somebody, nobody can remember exactly who, came up with the idea of running Nipper for mayor. Why not? He was well known and well liked, had great name recognition and would give mayoralty candidates Ron Webber and Bob Melnuk a run for their money. The pair approached George LeMasurier, the publisher of the “Green Sheet” newspaper, and the campaign got a generous advertising sponsor. Al Evans, the owner of the House of Colour, and Nipper’s ‘dad’ said

he really had nothing to do with the campaign, but went along with it - heck, his store window was Nipper’s campaign headquarters. Neil Havers remembers having fun on the computer with Nipper - putting him in an Armani suit, for instance, to try out Photoshop, which was still mostly uncharted territory in those days. He and MacDougall organized “town howl” meetings at the Loft Cabaret, where candidates were invited to perform for the crowd - but no politics. If they started politicing, the crowd was instructed to howl, and they did. There were Nipper t-shirts and lawn signs. In short, Nipper for Mayor went (pre) viral. Nipper didn’t win the mayoralty - but he got 30 write-in ballot votes in those pre-computer voting days. And considering Ron Webber only defeated Bob Melnuk by 128 votes, he didn’t do badly. Nipper died at the age of 14 about four years or so after that election. Al Evans retired from the House of Colour 13 years ago. He says people don’t remember him, but they sure remember Nipper. “He got votes. Had he been on the ballot, he might have won.” Nipper’s gone, but you can still vote. Please do so.

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Update on Maple Pool from a group of concerned citizens and the Friends of Maple Pool This issue has been going on since 2009 when the city over reacted to a flooding issue at the campground and threatened to evict the tenants. We got involved with this process two and a half years ago after continuously reading about it in the paper and thinking it was a good community project that appealed to most of the valley residents. I hope that is still the case. We asked at the beginning that legal proceedings be dropped, not put aside, but dropped entirely. For the city doing that we agreed to raise the floodplain up to the current standards and make the site safe for the residents. We agreed to get permission from the provincial and federal government as needed to complete the work. After two and a half years of back and forth with the city, they came back to us and have put the court case on hold but insist that the property has to be rezoned, and with that comes more permits etc., which the city says they will look after as far as the rezoning goes. The city has given us a list of their requirements and it appears we are making progress at the eleventh hour with an election looming. Even though the city feels it is clear, we are still struggling with some of the vague requirements and interpretation of EXACTLY what permits ,studies, etc. are required. If this issue was solved tomorrow it still has taken far too long and shows how something that is well intentioned can become so difficult. This is a total waste of human resources, taxpayers money, and we believe it is a symptom of a much larger problem. The court case revolves around whether the site is legally non-conforming. The site was taken into the city in 2002 and in 2007 the city confirmed in writing that the property is legally nonconforming and there is no problem with the present usage. The court case is an impediment to solving this issue. Western Economic Diversification Canada had monies available for flood mitigation with two thirds being paid by them and one third by the recipient. According to the news release , Jan 24 2012, the city of Courtenay had applied for $471,442.00 from the fund with the city putting in $235,721.00 allowing for a total eligible cost was $707,163.00. This was for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tsolum River Flood Protectionâ&#x20AC;?. We are not sure if those monies were received or what they were spent on if they were? It would appear to us that this may have been a way of helping the flooding issue at Maple Pool? We would ask again that the court case be dropped and we will raise the site. If the city wants to rezone it that is ok by us but we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to have to deal with any more of the bureaucratic nonsense or costs it may bring. We feel if it is just left as legally non-conforming that may eliminate some of the stumbling blocks. We are still standing by and willing to help but are becoming extremely frustrated in trying to solve a problem the city initiated. Mike Hamilton

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Hospital project prescribed for provincial training programs North Island hospital work to be used as dry run for future worker training on major infrastructure BY DREW A. PENNER Echo Staff The BC government faces stiff opposition and uncertainty around mega-projects like the Site C dam, the Northern Gateway pipeline and the liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminals it’s counting on to bankroll the future of Canada’s west side. So when the province wanted to test out a new approach to getting the work force ready to handle such large initiatives, it

turned to a project already underway on Vancouver Island to enroll in some “training” of its own. The North Island Hospitals Project is an ideal practice space for the province to get a handle on linking employment agencies, apprenticeship programs and educational institutions, for the blockbuster builds that currently form the contours of BC’s economic agenda, according to NIHP chief project officer, Tom Sparrow.

Cranes rise. Huge construction crane over the Comox Valley hospital site. “They’re actually using our project as an incubator to exemplify the importance of working with these various organizations,” he told the ComoxStrathcona Regional Hospital District Board Nov. 6. “This is the first time in the province that a project of this scope and size has ever connected the dots to that level.” The province has big dreams for developing the LNG, mining and forestry industries, hopes to add a million new positions

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They’re actually using our project as an incubator to exemplify the importance of working with these various organizations.” TOM SPARROW NIHP Chief Project Oficer

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Hospital project a dry run (Continued from page 7) and Skills Training in June 2013 asking for a review of the Industry Training Authority, which was started by the following September. The government welcomed a shift to an “industry-led” system for training, but they found there was significant ground to cover. Deregulations of trades and modular training had left openings for strife to develop, since these moves were seen as benefiting one group over another and weren’t enacted inclusively, the report noted, adding this introduced conflicts between a solid policy approach and funding priorities. “Because different concepts benefit different interests, these approaches have become associated with ideological positioning,” it reads, “and the sys-

Community information meetings introduce Tandem Health Partners The eighth round of NIHP quarterly community information meetings took place in Campbell River and the Comox Valley in mid-September. For the first time, the meetings included representatives from the Tandem Health Partners team. Bret Miche, Comox Valley senior project manager for Graham, shown at right in the photo, discusses the project with people in the Stan Hagen Theatre. The next round of the NIHP’s quarterly community information meetings is planned for both Campbell River and Comox Valley in early December. Watch for times and venues at www.nihp.viha.ca

tem is somewhat resistant to open discussion.” The government kicked in $6.6 million to reduce waitlists for people trying to become heavy equipment operators, mechanics and electricians, and is trying to improve employment outcomes for aboriginal youth. The head of the Industry Training Authority visited Campbell River a few weeks ago to meet with local trades people, study up on apprentice programs in the region and connect with employment agencies. The idea was to get local people slotted into jobs on the hospital sites. “They’ve been doing a lot of hypothetical work on the LNG projects and the Site C and the Northern Gateway pipeline project,” Sparrow said. “Those are all very large projects, but they’re also hypothetical at this stage of the game. They haven’t been implemented.” The North Island Hospitals Project gave the government a chance to get

its hands dirty. But it also allows officials in the region to make sure the benefits of pouring money into state-of-the-art health care assets creates a snowball effect for the local community. “You’ve got some wonderful organizations in these communities for us to work with and we’re essentially connecting those dots with the folks that are actively involved in this project,” Sparrow said. “When you look at a capital investment of $600 million you want to make sure it’s not just bricks and mortar. “You’re trying to effectively maximize those opportunities with every other area that we might potentially touch on.” Officials from the Industry Training Authority, Partnerships BC and the NIHP are already scheduled to meet again to develop the implementation of the new training model. “The North Island Hospitals Project is an important development for our region, and one which many local people will ben-

efit from,” said Gary Herman, ITA’s CEO. “The Industry Training Authority is using this opportunity to work in close collaboration with industry, post-secondary training providers, community groups and school districts to ensure that local people are the first in line for these construction jobs. “Each of us has a role in supporting contractors in recruiting local trades’ certified individuals and apprentices.” While the hospitals project might not be as huge an endeavour as a serpentine pipeline to the coast or a $7.9 billion dam up north, officials point out they’re still dealing with millions of dollars worth of equipment and hundreds of workers in Courtenay and Campbell River. It’s this environment the province hopes will serve as a solid dry run for the giant infrastructure builds of the future. “Together, we will be accountable for ensuring the province has the right skills, in the right place, at the right time.”

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Remembrance Day ceremonies under watcful eyes By Drew A. Penner Echo Staff The men on the rooftops watching over the laying of wreaths during solemn Remembrance Day activities left an eerie feeling among many who attended the ceremony in Comox, though authorities say the increased security presence was warranted. These protective measures sprung out of the killings of two military members over the past month in Ontario and Quebec, including Warrant Officer Patrice Vincent, a man Comox assistant fire chief Jim Lariviere remembers fondly. “When I knew Pat we were new firefighters at the 19 Wing Comox Fire Department,” he said. “Pat, he was a Francophone

Comox assistant fire chief Jim Lariviere has fond memories of Patrice Vincent.

kid, and of course English wasn’t his first language. But he certainly caught on pretty fast.” Vincent died after he and another soldier were hit by a car in St-Jean-sur-

Richelieu, Que., in an October attack RCMP say was motivated by radical Muslim ideology. Lariviere said Vincent quite liked the Valley, once he got used to the unfamiliar cultural environment. “He was a quiet kid and I think he carried that on throughout his life,” he said. “And he was always willing to try new things in the fire service.” There are plenty of fond memories of Vincent being “an overall good guy” he is now left to reflect on. “He liked it here,” he said. “The Valley was a different place. It wasn’t as busy as it is now.” Lariviere was shocked to learn of his former colleague’s death. He knew the Warrant Officer had faced health challenges recently, but never expected

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John Duncan honoured World War II vets Muriel Nadeau and George Anderson, below he would die in these kind of circumstances. Knowing Vincent, he believes the man would want to see “everyone get on with their lives.” The changes to Canada’s own security protocols were omnipresent during the November 11 events. “There certainly is a presence around, which we haven’t had before,” Lariviere noted, glancing around the crowd. (Cont. on page 9)

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Watchful eyes at Remembrance Day MAKE SURE TO VOTE SATURDAY (Contiued from page 8) “It’s sad that we have to do that.” The previous day Vancouver Island North MP John Duncan, made his ca s e fo r w hy C a n a d a must maintain heightened awareness, speaking to a small group of veterans and family members at the Cumberland Legion. He was there to honour World War II vets George Anderson and Muriel Nadeau for their service. But he also took time to relate a story many have asked him about – the events surrounding the shooting of the second Canadian Forces member, Cpl. Nathan Cirillo, Oct. 22. Duncan, chief government whip, was listening to Prime Minister Stephen Harper speak during a caucus meeting when Cirillo was gunned down at the cenotaph. The meetings are so private MPs are not even allowed to have mobile phones, so they were completely in the dark about what was happening when he ran towards them inside the Parliament building. “There was in the vicinity of 60 shots taken in rap-

id succession in two volleys in a hallway with marble floors, marble walls and an arched ceiling. So you can imagine the noise. We were in a room right beside that with two wooden doors,” he told the wide-eyed audience. “We felt pretty vulnerable. We knew if anybody was targeted it was probably us, being government.” Duncan believes both killingS should be considered terrorist acts and necessitates a new approach to security here at home. “I wanted to tell that story but the point is not about us, it’s about the two soldiers. This is unheard of. We’ve never had people in uniform targeted in our own country in this way before,” he said. “We can’t have the world operating in this radicalized way. What we are contributing to with our CF-18s in the Middle East, I think is absolutely appropriate. I understand we do have some personnel from CFB 19 that are in the Middle East as part of that mission. I don’t know any details and I don’t care to know the details.” In addition to the 20 people from the local base who have been deployed overseas to assist in the

war to battle the ISIS terrorists, Duncan said it’s important to recognize all the others who are helping to provide logistical support. He said the government’s “major changes” to security procedures are crucial, given the two recent killings in Canada. “Once you have somebody do things like this with that degree of notoriety, you will get somebody else trying to do the same thing,” he said. “We’re making some long-term changes.” After laying a wreath in Comox the next day, RCMP Inspector Tim Walton said he was glad there was no adverse activity during the day’s events. “When nothing happens it’s good,” he said. “It’s just nice to see all the young kids out supporting the vets and the people we still have in the military.” But Walton wasn’t prepared to call this a onetime security beef-up. “Everything ’s based on a risk assessment,” he said, when asked about the men on the rooftops and the armed officers in the crowd. “So it depends on what that risk assessment is.”

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AT THE PLACE WHERE YOU LIVE Local government elections are taking place tomorrow, Saturday, Nov. 15 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. For those who want to know where to go and cast their votes, here are the locations for the City of Courtenay, Town of Comox, Village of Cumberland and the Comox Valley Regional District. You need two pieces of identification to vote.

City of Courtenay • Florence Filberg Centre, 411 Anderton Avenue (Election Headquarters) • Queneesh Elementary School, 2345 Mission Road. (Note: Electors may choose to cast their ballot at either voting place.)

Town of Comox • Comox Recreation Centre, 1855 Noel Ave, Comox

• Denman Island Senior Centre at 1111 Northwest Road, Denman Island, B.C. • Hornby Island Elementary School at 2100 Sollan Road, Hornby Island, B.C. (Note: Islands Trust ballots will only be available at the Denman and Hornby Islands and CVRD boardroom voting locations)

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Electoral Area ‘C’ (Puntledge – Black Creek):

• CVRD boardroom at 550B Comox Road, Courtenay, B.C. • Royston Elementary School at 3830 Warren Avenue, Royston, B.C. • Union Bay Community Hall at 5401 South Island Highway, Union Bay, B.C. • Fanny Bay OAP Hall at 418 Ships Point Road, Fanny Bay, B.C.

• CVRD boardroom at 550B Comox Road, Courtenay, B.C. • NIDES (formerly Tsolum Elementary School) at 2505 Smith Road, Courtenay, B.C. • Living Waters Fellowship Church, Black Creek, B.C. at 2222 Regent Road, Black Creek, B.C.

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Cumberland gets go-ahead for highway welcome sign Now they just need money BY DREW A. PENNER Echo Staff The province has given Cumberland the thumbs up to proceed with a Welcome sign they want to build along the highway near the proposed site for the Comox Valley Economic Development Society’s community welcome message. The Village has been granted approval in principle to develop a proposal for an entrance sign along the Inland Island Highway,

despite previously hearing the province was going to shut down the project and only allow construction of the EDS sign. “We’re moving, slowly, down the road with this idea,” said Coun. Gwyn Sproule. “This is very promising.” Cumberland has been considering how to capture highway traffic since 2012, but hit a roadblock earlier this year when authorities from the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure highlighted the rules

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about freeway signage that seemed to preclude Cumberland’s bid. Over the past couple months Village officials ramped up their lobbying efforts and discussions with the ministry bore fruit. “It looks like now we just have to figure out how to pay for it,” said Sproule. “It looks to me like it’s approved in principle.” In order for the Village to develop its plan into a workable project it will have to provide location, size, wording and materials data to the province. Ken Grant, chair of the EDS sign project, said their Welcome Sign bid, launched in 2013 alongside a $95,000 fundraising campaign, will play an important role in promoting the Comox Valley as a whole. “We’re hoping to get on with that in the spring,” Grant said. “I think it’s going to help put us on the map.” Cumberland mayor Leslie Baird had participated in the 6th Annual Mayor’s Charity Golf Classic Sept. 12, which raised $10,000 to help fund the EDS’s Comox Valley sign, but also spoke out against the sudden halt to Cumberland’s own signage dream.

The EDS sign is slated to be placed along the northbound side of the Inland Island Highway right after the Trent River bridge. Cumberland staff suggested deferring the Welcome sign project to 2015, which Coun. Gwyn Sproule initially supported. However, Coun. Conner Copeman searched for support among those at the table to find a way to keep the project rolling, aiming to allocate money “sooner than later.” Coun. Kate Greening noted there is still money in the General Developer Amenity Fund. “The mayor has indicated enthusiasm to get a sign on the highway, council did in the past and the general public would really like it – including the downtown commercial core,” she said. “If it’s deferred, it’s deferred until May of next year, so the sign won’t be going very far. And who knows if the ministry of highways will change their mind.” Council voted unanimously to use General Developer Amenity Fund money to proceed with initial designs after Coun. Roger Kishi made a friendly amendment to cap the preliminary budget at $2,500.

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The St. John Ambulance Training Centre in Courtenay, will be holding FREE CPR-A classes for the public. This will include a certificate, a St. John Ambulance CPR book and a grab bag containing a CPR poster and other goodies. This Community CPR Day will be held on November 18th, to recognize CPR month and create public awareness for the importance of Bystander CPR. Carol Pilon, Regional Operations Manager for St. John Ambulance says: “The statistics indicate that 80% of all Cardiac Arrests occur in the home, so our objective is to have 1 person in every household trained in CPR.” Cardiac arrest is a treatable condition and everyone needs to work to be aware of and improve their response in the community. Saving lives requires quick response by bystanders, to perform CPR until Emergency Medical Responders arrive. But in far too many cases, CPR is not performed and by the time Paramed-

A Baby Massage Works h o p w i t h I n s t r u c to r Kirsten Werner RMT is presented by Cumberland Community School Society Programs on Nov. 17th 5:45-6:45pm at Cumberland School. Cost $3. Please register; call Kirsten 250-897-6258. Massage can begin in ones life as early as a newborn. Baby Massage is a wonderful way to introduce healthy and loving touch to your baby. There are many benefits to baby massage from bonding to improved sleep to relief from gas and colic. Massage works on all systems in their bodies which means it can help with circulation, boosting the immune system,digestion and the nervous system. While giving your baby a massage you are stimulating the central nervous system. Baby Massage is great for the whole family, it can be a bonding activity for moms, dads, siblings and grandparents. Kirsten Werner RMT is a registered massage therapist and a certified international association of infant massage instructor.

ics are on site with defibrillators in order to shock the heart and restore breathing, it is too late. St . John Ambulance is also involved in the 72 hour Disaster Preparedness Campaign. “We want everyone to remember the term YOYO 72. This is the Federal Government’s message indicating that You’re On Your Own for 72 hours in the event of a disaster.” There are three ways that St. John Ambulance can help you to prepare for YOYO 72; learning First Aid/CPR, having a first aid kit and having an emergency preparedness kit and plan. All first aid kitsand emergency preparedness kits are available for sale at our new retail store located at #84 – 1742 Cliffe Ave, Courtenay. You must register to participate. For Registration please call (250) 897-1098 or drop by the St. John Ambulance Training Centreat #84 – 1742 Cliffe Ave, Courtenay, Monday to Friday between 8::30 & 4:30pm Email: cvalley@bc.sja.ca Web: www.sja.ca

‘Stolen Church’ and manse backfilled, on new foundations, await renovation Finally, the Merville Community Association is plowing ahead with backfilling around the historic Stolen Church and Manse. These are the two heritage buildings that had been moved up the highway to the hall grounds, back in April. Though it has been an uphill struggle, and after a four and a half month delay, the managers of the Big Yellow Merville Hall have managed to get an engineer’s approval to have the piles of dirt flattened out. Now the two new buildings, on their newly poured

foundations, can sit safely, and patiently, awaiting renovations and landscaping. A number of trees that were in the way of the buildings have been removed so now the Church and the Big Yellow hall are clearly visible as landmarks to view as one drives up the highway from the Merville Store. The church presently sits upon a slight rise and, in future, deciduous trees, like oak, maple, etc., will be planted so that the leaves provide shade in the summer and allow the buildings be bathed in (liquid)

sunlight in winter. The hall has just completed a new post and beam main entrance with an easy access concrete ramp and all the internal electrical and plumbing works have been upgraded. The hall is ready for all comers. The first big event at the hall, where patrons will have a chance to view the new grounds, is the 5th Annual Christmas Crafts Faire, happening on Saturday, November 22nd. Close to fifty tables have been booked and crafters will be out in force to show you their delightful wares.

Marcus Felgenhauer Councillor City of Courtenay TEAM PLAYER • LEADER

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Resolving ‘Maple Pool’ in a fair and equitable way, without further legal action. Keeping Courtenay a vibrant community for all to enjoy, from youth to seniors. Maintaining the quality of life and the natural beauty of the City of Courtenay. the taxpayer.

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The truth about Baybrook As the future of Baybrook is an important enough issue to have been included in the questions put forward to the 2014 Town of Comox Candidates, I feel I must respond to Fred Newhouse’s Nov 7th submission to the C V Echo. Our family owned and resided at Baybrook (as named by Ethel Laing) for 57 years (1949-2006). I am surprised that, as a Director of the Mack Laing Heritage Society (MLHS), Mr Newhouse continues to express incorrect information - confusing the issue and the public. In an earlier letter dated Sept 2014, to a local newspaper Mr. Newhouse wrote: “When he (Mack Laing) passed away he left the town of Comox his property and a couple of houses. There is one house left now . . . . “ FALSE . When Mack passed away in February 1982, he resided at Shakesides (on the property now known as Mack Laing Park - between the Newson and the Stubbs properties), where he had lived for 33 years (1949-1982). Why Newhouse includes the Baybrook House in his “couple of houses” comment is beyond me - and this is an insult to my parents, James and Elisabeth Stubbs, who purchased Baybrook in 1949 from Mr Laing.

We owned and resided at Baybrook for an additional 24 years AFTER Mack’s death (until 2006). In Newhouse’s most recent letter, he states: “go take a look at the house yourself . . . . take a look at the Will, the intentions of Mack Laing. . . .”; he suggests that Mack was referring to Baybrook, when in fact, Mack was referring to Shakesides. These comments were initiated (incorrectly) back in April 2014, in a letter to a newspaper, signed by a Loys Maingon, on behalf of MLHS : “Baybrook is to be restored, in keeping with Mack Laing’s will, as a Nature Interpretive Centre . . .”. Why would Mack have possibly directed his Will towards a property he hadn’t owned in over 30 years ? Mr Newhouse’s further comment stating that “there is one house left now” is also FALSE. Both SHAKESIDES and BAYBROOK remain on the Comox waterfront, pending decisions from the Town. The MLHS continues to misrepresent Baybrook House - the Stubbs home, referring to it as the Mack Laing House - and for those not familiar with the layout of the Parks, this is very confusing. I have been approached on numerous occasions to clarify. The misinformation

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR continues by the relentless insistence that our home is heritage and must be preserved. In fact, during the 50+ years that we lived there, the only remaining bits of “heritage” are some siding, a few wall studs and sagging roof rafters, and the deteriorating foundation. The original house was completely renovated with three extensions added to the footprint. I agree with Mr Newhouse that “the setting is spectacular, right at the mouth of Brooklyn Creek”, but there is a practical reality . . . It makes little sense to pour an inordinate amount of money into an old structure, such as Baybrook, that is nearing its life’s end. I understood that the purpose of this property acquisition was to preserve its environmental significance by adding it (Baybrook) to the Town’s natural park inventory. The MLHS Proposal is thus contrary to the intent of the Town of Comox.

Jane Adamson (nee Stubbs) Mr. Clancy: I’m not sure if you’re writing to me on behalf of all the members of

“Friends of Maple Pool” or as just a member. You also claim that the members are Courtenay voters; I thought you lived in Merville, near my sister. I would like to say to you, Mr. Clancy, that I am not a persecutor, I am not perverse, I am not morally reprehensible, nor have I ever harassed or defamed anyone, including “two of Courtenay’s most civicminded and selfless citizens”. On the contrary, I have served my community for the past 21 years with a combination of compassion and strong resolution. I have sworn an oath of office prior to each of the seven terms I have served on Council, and I take this oath very seriously. It states that “I will faithfully perform the duties of my office for the betterment of my community and my conduct in public affairs would be lawful and of the highest integrity”. I take exception to your nasty insults and accusations Mr. Clancy. You have questioned my integrity, and whether I win or lose the upcoming election, I am proud of my contributions to the City of Courtenay and the Comox Valley.

Starr Winchester Councillor City of Courtenay P.S.. From your website it looks like you have more than enough candidates voting “your way” to form the next Council.

To the Comox Valley Community: My name is Molly Burton, and as I’m sure many of you know, I was the victim of a hit and run on Dyke Rd. last September. I suffered extensive injuries and am still in the process of healing. I am writing this letter because there is no way I could ever thank each of you personally for all you have done for me and my family through this whole ordeal. The care and love this community has given me and my family has been incredible. The strength this community has shared with me has made an enormous difference in my healing. Feeling so supported by a community that I love has helped me bear a weight that I could never have handled alone. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, thank you. Hopefully someday I will be able to put all these injuries behind me, but I

will never put the kindness of the members of this community behind me. You gave me strength when I was healing, and that strength has grown into my bones. This awful thing happened to me and the Comox Valley rallied behind me and made it bearable. I feel so deeply supported, and I will never be able to express the level of gratitude I hold for everyone who lent me their strength when I didn’t have enough of my own. You are all so very special to me, and I will forever hold your goodness and kindness in my heart.

Molly Burton Check the web for more letters Dear letter writers, especially those writing about Saturday’s municipal elections: We are sorry that there isn’t enough room for all your great comments in the print edition. We could have filled the entire paper with your letters, comments, and beefs and bouquets. However, for the majority of you who have internet service, we have posted your letters, comments, etc. on our website at www. comoxvalleyecho.com

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BEEFS & BOUQUETS THE COMOX VALLEY’S FIRST AND BEST READER’S FORUM Email to: echo@comoxvalleyecho.com SPECIALTHANKS to Mrs. Maund and her Primary class and parents from Miracle Beach Elementary School who prepared, cooked and served turkey dinner to staff and parents with donations accepted for Y.A.N.A. (You Are Not Alone). Keeping families together when medical attention is required out of the Comox Valley is what Y.A.N.A. is all about and to have these young children recognize this and do a project in support is amazing. Thanks again to Miracle Beach Elementary and their community for your continued support of Y.A.N.A.!

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LAST WEEKEND I purchased a 911 Reflective House number sign from the Comox Valley Monarch Lions Club at their display in the Driftwood Mall. A great service and a great product. I installed the sign securely on a post at the foot of my driveway. Last night someone stole the sign by cutting the straps and wire holding it in place. My question to the lowlife who did this .... did you steal the sign just for fun or do you have the same house number as I do? Either way, I hope you get great satisfaction from stealing and every time you see “your” sign you remember what sad example of humanity you are. LOADS OF SPOILED BALLOTS to many of those new school board candidates who claim this new found “active” interest in education and our school board. Be wary of those who are behind the scenes of their campaigns, individuals and groups. If they are married to teachers how effective can they be if they are in a conflict of interest. Ask the candidates to show their attendance record at meetings they claim to be involved in. Have they been attending PAC meetings, board meetings, education meetings to know what the issues are and what might be expected of them. What they think and

what is reality might not be the same. Educate yourself and please vote. KUDOS to Andrew Gower for your clarity on the resolution of the Maple Pool issue based on the City’s August 6th letter: http://citizenclass.ca/entries/politics/maple-pool Appreciate your courage in taking a stand Andrew, and your work for a solution that protects the residents and City liability. A BEEF to the person speaking at the Cumberland Remembrance Day Service for your fear and warmongering comments near the end of what had been a message of hope. Much as I decry the deaths of the two servicemen on Canadian soil last month, it’s not a call to arms, unless we mean to shoot people who are mentally ill. The message has shifted from years past where we remembered so that others would not have to fight again, to support our troops now and into the future. Our current troops stand on guard for freedom, yes, but not at the cost of our own future freedom. A LARGE, COLD, BEEF to the girl who always manages to be ahead of me in line for the microwave. If you’re going to re-fry your chicken in the microwave for five minutes, please let

the rest of us go ahead of you. Not everyone has the time to spend at lunch hour standing behind you while stir your vegetables five time over. Sincerely, Heated with Cold Soup. A BEEF that is driving me crazy is texting and driving - really any kind of distracted driving is dangerous. We all know this, yet a lot of people still don’t listen. We are all are all aware of this, so why do people still do it? It really frustrates me that people do it while being well aware that it can kill you, or other people. It’s honestly so wrong to just ignore the risk. Is it really that worth it to send that text or make that call when it could easily send people to the hospital of worse, the morgue? I think no. So please, think about that next time you’re about to drive distracted. Signed, Both Hands on the Wheel.

THERE ARE MANY UNWRITTEN RULES to be discovered once you enter the chaos of high school. One of these crucial guidelines that seems to be constantly disregarded by younger students if that if you’re walking in the hallways, and a head on collision with another body is imminent, the individual with a lesser body mass is to ALWAYS make way for the other. Since the dawn of time this etiquette has been effective, before textbooks were engraved slabs of granite and pencils were lumps of charred wood. Also, the hallways are made for walking, not for standing around and blocking traffic. A permit should be required for roaming the halls.

MY BEEF: To the people who insist that when they are on a bike they want to be considered a vehicle. If you must be biking on the road please don’t bike in the middle of the road and then decide that you would not like to move out of the way. But then when you approach a cross walk you decide that you don’t want to be considered a vehicle any more and would like to use the cross walk and not get of your bike and walk like

WHOEVER INVENTED change rooms for stores is a genius. Change rooms are there so that you can make sure that the clothes that you are wanting to buy actually fit properly. When you go to a store to buy a new pair of jeans, make sure that they are the right length, and if you buy the wrong length then wear some shoes that cover your ankles or roll up your jeans. It looks off when your jeans are just under or over an

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inch too short. Yours truly, Everybody. DEAR RUDY, I am sending you two beautiful Bouquets because you have been successful in curing my chronic bronchitis. I have had it since last Christmas. I had to wear a mask because I am living in the Views. I am sending you another bouquet for curing my arthritis in my knees. I no longer use Voltarine. I appreciated your sale of probiotics. I saved 10 dollars. THANKS TO THE ENTHUSIASM & generosity of our community the (Continued on page 14)

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BEEFS & BOUQUETS THE COMOX VALLEY’S FIRST AND BEST READER’S FORUM Email to: echo@comoxvalleyecho.com (Continued from page 14) Comox Valley Sock It To ‘Em Project’s SOCK SALE was a huge success. I have just 2 pair of (large) adult socks left -- along with one pair of kid’s socks. Before I could even get myself settled at Zocalo Café today (day #3 of our 3-day event), I had sold 5 pair of socks. Thanks so much to the knitters for their beautiful

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work, to Carol keeping me company today and watching her socks go like hotcakes, to Jen for teaching me how to knit socks and for popping by, to Catherine and the helpful staff at Zocalo for their hospitality and to the newspapers for printing the photos and the press releases for us. The Comox Valley Sock It To ‘Em Project will be able to help keep the feet of those dealing with homelessness warm & dry over the coming season. And this year we will by supplying gloves as well as socks to the Care-A-Van. So expect to be hearing from us pretty soon - Helen & Lou and the Nursing Centre. BEEF to BC Ferries for all the construction that’s currently being done at the Buckley Bay ferry terminal, AND for the inflation of our ticket prices over the past year. The ferry company told us that the effects of the construction would be minimal. Liars. It’s noisy, it’s disgusting, and it makes the commute to school in the morning even less enjoyable. NOBODY WANTS A CABLE FERRY! How much clearer can we be? A BRIGHT AND SUNNY BOUQUET to the Joy of Song singers from Union Bay, who frequently visit the Cumberland seniors residence to entertain us. You are a fantastic group and it is such a pleasure to all here, to have you sing for us. Your very laughable skits, costumes and songs are so enjoyable to listen to, and you all seem to enjoy doing it, as well as we enjoy listening to you. Thank you from the adult day away group, the staff and all who are being cared for there. I S L A N D H E A LT H ’ S Health Protection Environmental Services and the Medical Health Officer would like to thank the Comox Valley Regional District for its diligent water system management and efforts to keep the community informed throughout the recent Boil Water Advisory. We would also like to thank all the restaurants, care facilities, public services, schools, residents and all users who diligently followed the Boil Water

Advisory directives. Big thanks to everyone who contributed to helping us protect public health and for your patience in maintaining these directives until the advisory was lifted. A BOUQUET for the STOP AT STOP SIGNS. I know exactly the intersection in Crown Isle. I have almost been hit there myself. The drivers do not stop at all when approachi n g C row n I s l e D r i ve from Royal Vista. There have been a couple accidents, nothing serious. One of these days there will be a whopper. Crown Isle should put in speed bumps as the cars use the main road as a short cut to Costco. And yes, the cars in Costco and Thrifty’s don’t stop at signs either! Where did you people learn to drive? A BEAUTIFUL BOUQUET of flowers to our trusted contractor, Toulmin Construction. Mike and his crew have done several home renovation projects for us over the past five years and most recently built us the shop of our dreams. Mike builds all of his projects with the same care and attention he would his own home. It’s so nice to have a contractor you can trust to get the job done right. Thanks Mike! I AM A LITTLE MORE than perplexed. It is a well known fact that most if not all the leaders of the major countries of the world shortly after being elected begin a process of surrounding themselves with trusted advisors. Those people are usually not directly connected with politics, judged to be nonpartisan, generally from academia, the professions or are prominent business figures and are regarded to be leaders and experts in their fields. The puzzle is that in a place like Courtenay we seem to have an aspiring mayor who feels that he has no use or anything to gain from such an arrangement. We may not have that many world class academics in our valley but I am sure that we do have qualified people who would volunteer to fill the positions and prove to be assets to the process. With an election at hand I think

voters should be considering if possibly we need to be electing a mayor who believes that governance should be a process that affords the inclusion of taxpayers input and recognizes the value of insight and a sounding board from outside the established political/bureaucrat sphere. IT’S UNFORTUNATE that Governance review is not on the November 15th Ballot. Rural residents want to remain rural, but they want different services than offered by CVRD. Rural residents need little administration and few services while municipal residents have many services, including good roads, snow removal, bridges, water, sewer, garbage and recycling, sidewalks, storm water drainage, street lighting, bike lanes. Many Rural residents need few services, but want roads and ditches maintained. Vote for change on November 15th. SHINY NEW TINFOIL HATS to the inhabitants of MLHS Fantasyland who insist that Mack Laing’s will applies to the Baybrook house and grounds. I’m sure we’d all love to be able to leave every piece of property we’ve ever owned to our heirs but in the real world your will can only make provisions for the property you own at the time of your death. Laing sold the Baybrook property in 1949, 33 years before he died, so his will has nothing to do with what happens to it. That’s up to Comox taxpayers who are the current owners. The MLHS “droids” will apparently go to any lengths to divert attention from the legitimate concerns of the residents opposed to this development, such as lack of parking, increased vehicle traffic, winter storms and flooding, taxpayer liabilities, and a development proposal riddled with errors and faulty assumptions. I suppose publicly attacking your opponents is easier than dealing with their objections but it makes me wonder what else is on the intergalactic agenda of the MLHS. Are the directors anticipating paid employment in the environmental centre? Will Mack Laing’s ghost be a

featured tourist attraction in the derelict old house? Please enlighten us before the mother ship returns for you! A SMELLY BEEF to the lady driving the blue and white scooter accompanied by a golden-coloured dog at Point Holmes who dumped her garbage on the beach in front of the picnic table hut and then headed up Southwind Road. You demonstrate a complete disrespect for the environment and for everyone in the community. The beach at Point Holmes is a recreational area that belongs to us all. You think you have the right to dump your rotting compost, plastic bags, paper towels, plastic cup lids, etc., there because you don’t want rats coming around your home? SHAME ON YOU. IT WILL BE MANY BOUQUETS to CVRD directors, who elected on November 15th, will cut through red tape that frustrates builders and homeowners and only adds costs - not value to building permits. Builders need to follow the BC building codes and worksafe regulations and be responsible. We can’t afford four planning standards in the Comox Valley. Vote for sensible, cost effective services on November 15th. Vote for a clean sweep of incumbent CVRD directors. MY BOUQUET is for Gaetane of ISLAND GOURMET TRAILS. We took one of her tours, thanks to my winning the prize at the HAVE a HEART THEATRE AND DINNER in February of this year. The tour was fantastic. We visited Royston coffee, Dark Chocolates, Harmonic Arts Botanical Dispensary, lunched at Locals, then off to 40 Knots Winery and finally Shelter Point Distillery. At each business we were warmly greeted, given great tours and generous samples. Of course a Locals lunch can’t be beat! All of this was smoothly put together by Gaetane. While driving, she enlightened us with her knowledge of the people, the food, businesses and history of the Comox Valley. This lady is a treasure! Thank you Gaetane.

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CV Food Bank extending open hours for the Christmas, holiday season The Comox Valley Food Bank is extending its open hours, starting on Monday November 17th, until the end of December. We will be stay open until 2 p.m. daily, Monday to Friday for donations. This is the time of the year when the majority of our donations and funding are received; which enables us to continue our ongoing programs to help people in need, With over 30 years year of continuous operation we have been able to make a difference in the lives of those we assist. We have been noticing an increase of children requiring our assistance; last Thursday November 7, we gave out 280 bags of food to assist 242 adults and 119 children. Please help us to make the hampers more nutritionally balanced by donating fresh fruit and vegetables, quality children’s snack items, eggs, cheese, canned foods and protein products. Christmas Day and New Years Day are both celebrated on Thursdays this season. As a result the last

hamper day in December will be held on TUESDAY December 23rd from 9:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. The first hamper day for the New Year will be Thursday January 8, 2015. Daily drop-in days for fresh vegetables and bakery items will resume on

Monday December 29th until 31st., and again on Monday January 5, 2015. The street address for the Comox Valley Food Bank is #1 -1491 McPhee Ave. in Courtenay, Our mailing address is P.O. Box 3028 Courtenay B.C. V9N 5N3, Our phone number is

250-338-0615. We are a registered nonprofit society and able to issue tax receipts for cash and cheque donations. Our website is www.comoxvalleyfoodbank.com and our email is info@comoxvfb@shaw.ca. We are also now on FaceBook.

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Santa’s helpers need your donations of gently used toys so they can get to work “gently used” toys down to the workshop. We will gladly fix what needs fixing and clean them to get them into almost new condition. The sooner we get used toys, the more time there is to clean and do any needed repairs. As well, new toys and cash donations are most appreciated! There are drop boxes located around the Comox Valley. This year, they will be at the following locations: Co u r te n ay - B M O,

Santa’s Workshop 2014 is located at 311 4th Street in Courtenay, at the old Salvation Army building, beside the Butcher’s Block. Hours are Monday-Friday from 10am until 3pm. Call 250-897-1994 to make appointments. Our shelves are looking a little bare, and we are really needing used toy donations. So please clean out your cupboards, and bring your

Curves, Courtenay Museum, Driftwood Mall, Dairy Queen, Fabricland, Habitat for Humanity, London Drugs, Mountain Ridge Tree Farm, Sunwest Auto Centre and Island Honda. Comox - Coastal Community Credit Union, Comox Mall, Slegg Lumber, Scotia Bank, Dr. Terry Blasco Dentist Office Cumberland - Cumberland Health Centre 2596 Windermere. S a n t a ’s Wo r k s h o p thanks you in advance for your kindness this Christmas Season.

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Sunny but solemn day for Courtenay Remembrance ceremonies BY MICHAEL BRIONES Echo Staff

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Blessed with clear blue skies, a huge crowd turned out for the Courtenay Remembrance Day ceremony. The community gathered near the cenotaph by Sid Williams Theatre to honour and pay respect to the many soldiers who gave up their lives, as well to the many veterans, who fought for peace and the freedom that we enjoy today. They honoured the memories of those who were involved during the First World War from 1914-1918, the Second World War (1939-1945), the Korean War (1950-53), the various Peacekeeping Missions, the Afghanistan conflict and the recent terrorist attacks on Canadian soil. This year’s Remembrance Day was further enhanced because of the deaths last month of Cpl. Nathan Cirillo and Warrant Officer Patrice Vincent in targeted attacks. The Comox Valley RCMP provided a sense of security throughout the sombre cer-

emony as they kept a close watch on the event with two officers keeping tabs from up the roof of the Courtenay Museum. The Royal Canadian Legion Courtenay Branch No.17 organized the event. They started the day with breakfast for the veterans. This year being the 100th anniversary of the First World War, the legion served cold hard-boiled eggs on a bun, just like it was in 1914. Of course, there were some additions to it like cheese, pickles, butter, sausages, even salt and pepper. The Comox Valley Salvation Army also served doughnuts made from a WWI recipe and also hot chocolate. This was followed by a parade attended by many veterans, 19 Wing, Comox Valley RCMP, Courtenay Firefighters and cadets. Prior to laying the wreath, the choir consisting of students in the Comox Valley, sang a touching and moving melody entitled “A Song for Peace.” More photos at: www.comoxvalleyecho.com

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Filmmaker to attend World Community Film screening at NIC on Wednesday Remember the Enbridge Corporation’s $350 million animated TV ads that deleted islands, flattened the Rockies and widened the passages in order to convince us that pipelines and tanker traffic would pose very little risk? After seeing those ads, filmmaker Richard Boyce (Rainforest) was motivated to check it out for himself. His film, Coastal Tarsands, takes us on a cinematic kayak journey to the “deleted islands” on the BC North Coast. Richard will attend World Community’s film screening on Wednesday, Nov. 19 at 7 pm in the NIC theatre, Courtenay campus and will be available for discussion after the screening. Boyce kayaked to the maze of islands and narrow passages where hundreds of supertankers loaded with millions of barrels of diluted bitumen would have to navigate through treacherous waters to reach Asian markets if the project proceeds. Coastal Tarsands takes a look at the coast’s natural features, weather, currents, wildlife, and the people who live there. As film reviewer Natalie Dunsmuir noted in Island Tides “I was taken away by the breathtaking beauty, peace, and importance of the coast... Watch this movie. It is the most solid collection of data and evidence about tankers that I have come across yet.” Admission is by donation. Everyone is welcome. FMI: 250 337-5412

Laughing Oyster’s 40th anniversary ﬁnale features grand prize book draw Local artist’s latest work available for signing Throughout 2014, Laughing Oyster Bookshop in Downtown Courtenay celebrated its 40th year in business with a unique twist: every month, patrons voted for their favourite book titles on ballots that featured bestsellers from 1974 to now. At last the time has arrived for the

grand prize draw, when one very lucky reader will win all 40 of the past 40 years’ top favourite books, as voted by local shoppers. Laughing Oyster owner Evelyn Gillespie will draw the grand prize winner in store on Sunday, Nov.16 at 2:00 pm.

During the much-anticipated event, local artist and illustrator Joe Ziner will also be in store to sign copies of the new children’s book, I Know A Crow, written by Vancouver Island author Margo McLoughlin. Ziner used a combination of brushes, blades and pix-

els to illustrate the book and has also been the artist behind Laughing Oyster’s one-of-a-kind collection of locally produced bookmark designs for more than 15 years. Ziner created a special bookmark series, The Readers’ Circle, to celebrate the store’s 40th anniversary. Now, in honour of the upcoming holiday season, he’s created The Choir Circle bookmark to bring seasons greetings from Laughing Oyster. Ziner will discuss his artwork and sign personalized bookmarks for guests to take home or give as a gift. “In the 40th anniversary bookmark series for Laughing Oyster, I’ve used a lithographic process that allows me to work directly with my drawings using a range of both colour and tone,” says Ziner. “The result is a brightly multicolored scene that divides into a series of unique bookmarks. Each design is a creative print. The concept, artwork and printing have all been done by me. However modest, they are one-of-akind originals made to evoke the community spirit of the carolers, singing from the book of the coming year.” Laughing Oyster invites you to meet local artist Ziner on Sunday, Nov. 16 from 12-4 pm. Door prizes will be drawn through out the day and the winner of the 40 Years Of 40 Books contest will be announced at 2:00pm. A complimentary sparkling drink of Magick Mead from Hornby Island’s Middle Mountain Mead and seasonal sweets will toast the occasion.

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Art and auction to beneﬁt CV Hospice Society The Art Group of the Comox Valley (AGCV) is featuring their newest White Exhibit and Benefit Auction on Saturday, November 15th at The Berwick Comox Valley, 1700 Comox Ave., Comox. You’re invited to meet the artists, enjoy live music and refreshments from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.in the 4th floor Atrium. Comprised of 40 artists who meet weekly to share ideas, skills, and friendship, the AGCV’s mandate is to enjoy and develop artistic skills

passion has been offered through counselling, caregiver respite, delivery of hospital beds and Advance Care Planning. A new residential hospice will be located at The Views on the campus of St.

Joseph’s General Hospital. What better way to take a break after voting than with refreshments, art, music and supporting a great cause. We look forward to seeing you there.

Hosital Aux. meets Nov. 18 Check out the art in Saturday’s ‘White Exhibit and Benefit Auction’ and give back to the community. The artists are all donating items to the

silent auction and funds raised will be donated to the Comox Valley Hospice

Society. For more than 30 years care, comfort and com-

St Joseph’s Hospital Auxiliary Society’s regular meeting will be on Tuesday November 18th at 1:30 PM in the upper hall of Comox

Legion. This will be the last meeting of 2014. Everyone welcome. FMI 250-339-1407

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Al West Forbidden Jazz Trio returns to Zocalo Café for an evening performance on Fri, Nov. 14. Featuring Jake Masri on trumpet, flugelhorn, & vocals, Mike Eddy on keyboards, & Al West on bass, they appeal to audiences of all ages by performing a wide variety of timeless jazz standards & original compositions. Making a special appearance with the trio is Al West. Al is a self-taught bassist who played all the folk, rock, and country rock of the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s. We invite you to join us for a casual, entertaining evening of jazz. Music commences at 7:00 pm and admission is by donation. The spacious café displays local artwork while the licensed kitchen offers up a supper menu of chef inspired sweet & savory cuisine plus assorted beverages. FMI: Zocalo Café & Gallery at 250 331 0933. www.zocalocafe.ca.

Mindil Beach performs November 15 at The Waverley Hotel. $15 advance/$20 door. Tickets available at Bop City, the Waverley, by phone (250) 336-8322 or online at cumberlandvillageworks.com Doors at 9:30pm. The Waverley is planning a special Tapas style menu pairing Hoyne’s excellent craft beers with select specialties from their popular cuisine. This special beer tasting with menu samples starts at 8.

White Cowbell Oklahoma + Big John Bates perform Friday, November 14, at The Waverley Hotel. A night of legendary rock, with some twists. $15 Advance. Tickets available at Bop City, The Waverley Hotel, by phone (250)336-8322 or online at cumberlandvillageworks.com. Doors at 9:30pm

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Art at North Island College reveals passion and process On November 15, from 7-11 pm the students enrolled in the North Island College Fine Art Diploma and the Emily Carr External Fine Art Degree programs are hosting an ART EVENT in Raven Hall and Shabolt Studio at the Courtenay campus. During the event there will be an opportunity to discover the passion and process of students like Tesla Mayenburg and Ter-

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NIC Art Event (Continued from page 23) Once she has completed her diploma she plans on continuing her journey towards a Bachelor of Fine Arts at Emily Carr. Her drawing, Buddha, reflects her passion for gardening, the outdoors, and her appreciation for naturopathy and alternative medicines. Fourth year Emily Carr External Art Degree student, Terri Stelfox, entered her art studies after becoming a biochemistry technologist. While working at the University of Alberta, she

Leaves and Shadows by Terri Stelfox took a drawing course. She loved the process and flow she experienced while creating a drawing. Terri says

that she discovered that a “bad day of art making was still a good day!” Her husband’s decision to train as an air force pilot brought Terri to Comox. Once settled in the valley, she continued her art studies at North Island College. She fondly remembers her first courses were with accomplished artists John Hooley and Brian Scott. After completing her diploma in 2006,Terri began her fine art degree . Half way through her third year, her husband was transferred to Cold Lake, Alberta. Terri took all the online courses she

could, but she also needed studio courses to acquire her degree. Even though art courses were no longer available, Terri began to show work in small galleries and enter art shows. Selling work and placing in juried categories spurred her to continue to expand her skills in printmaking, pastel work and oil painting independently. This past summer the Stelfox family returned to Comox. Terri is now completing the studio credits she needed and will graduate the spring of 2015. She plans to make artwork that can “hang in peo-

ple’s homes and be a part of their lives”. Her love of luscious colours and unique references to the real world can be seen in her paintings, pastels and prints. Plan to attend the NIC/ ECAUD ART EVENT! Enjoy live music, great food and beverages while viewing a wide variety of paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, and ceramics. Be sure to put the November 15, NIC/Emily Carr Student Art Event at the Raven and Shadbolt Studios, North Island College on your calendar. We look forward to meeting you there!

The Cumberland Christmas Truck Light Parade is set for Saturday, Nov. 29th on Dunsmuir Ave. Trucks should arrive at approximately 5:30pm. Santa will arrive by fire truck at 5:15pm at Spirit Square (next to the Moose). There will be free hot chocolate and cookies for the kids served up by Santa’s elves.Bring the whole family out and enjoy the bright lights on the truck, and cast a vote for your favourite.

National Philanthropy Day in Canada is Saturday, November 15, 2014 To all volunteers in the Comox Valley: Whether you contribute time, talent, money or other resources, the collective impact of your efforts to better our Comox Valley community are immense and greatly appreciated.

Thank you! The Comox Valley Community Foundation is proud to participate in the philanthropic process and to support many organizations in the Comox Valley. Please visit our website at www.cvcfoundation.org

I am Proud to Serve as Your Mayor and would be Honoured to continue Serving. Now the City`s Future is rightly in Your Hands. PLEASE VOTE ON NOVEMBER 15TH.

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Don’t miss out on Choral Society’s ‘The Messiah’ Two performances planned with orchestra and soloists in Courtenay Dec. 5 and 6 The North Island Choral Society, led by Artistic Director Paul Colthorpe, again brings to the Christmas Season their two performances of Handel’s “Messiah.” They will perform together with wellknown Vancouver Island soloists and accompanied by the NICS Orchestra. Handel’s “Messiah” will be performed on Friday December 5th. at 7.30p.m. and on Saturday December 6th. at 2.00p.m. Both performances are at St. George’s United Church, 505 Sixth Street, Courtenay. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at Laughing Oyster Books in Courtenay, Blue Heron Books in Comox and from choir members. Tickets for children under age 12 are $5 and available at the door. Handel’s famous work was first sung in Dublin, Ireland at Easter in 1742. It is an oratorio, loose-

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ly depicting the life of Christ, with a profound libretto of scriptures selected by Charles Jennens, a wealthy Anglican parson. It was reported the audience swelled to a record 700, as ladies had heeded pleas by the management to wear dresses “without Hoops” in order to make “Room for more company.” Handel’s superstar (as a composer of opera) status was not the only draw; many came to glimpse the contralto, Susannah Cibber, who was embroiled in a scandalous divorce. It was said the audience sat mesmerized from the moment the tenor followed the string overture with his piercing opening line: “Comfort ye, comfort ye my people, saith your God.” Now, the “Messiah” is a fixture of the Christmas season. In most of Handel’s oratorios, the

soloists dominate and the choir sings only brief choruses. But in “Messiah,” the chorus propels the work forward with great emotional and uplifting messages. The upcoming performances are likely very close in size of choir and orchestra to Handel’s original score. North Island Choral Society has been singing to the Comox Valley community for over 30 years. “Messiah” has been in their repertoire from almost the beginning and they bring it to local audiences about once every four years. Artistic Director, Paul Colthorpe is a music teacher in School District 71 (Comox Valley). His students and the Choir know him to be full of enthusiasm for music and he brings that consummate love to the performances of the “Messiah.” Elvera Penner is a local piano teacher and is the Choir’s accompanist. She brings a high level of experience and professionalism that guides the Choir through both rehearsals and performances.

The Choir is joined by four well-known soloists: Jacqueline Lambeth - soprano, Lisa Deith contralto, David Brown - tenor and Christopher Bellamy - bass. The NICS Orchestra (Corinne Innes - Concert Master) is made up of local musicians and many are members of the Strathcona Symphony Orchestra, our regional community orchestra. The Choir will be at full strength with over 60 singers for the “Messiah.” When required, the singers can produce an awe inspiring volume of sound, yet they have a constant awareness of the sensitivities that have to be brought to the many subtle passages of Handel’s greatest work. These two performances are not to be missed. These are concerts that from past experiences will be sold out quickly. Tickets go on sale on Saturday 8th, November 2014. For more information: northislandchoral.ca - Submitted by North Island Choral Society

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Jeannine and Chris Taylor perform in Norm Foster’s one act comedy, “The Christmas Tree,” directed by Sharon Pridham. Coming up at the Stan Hagen Theatre on the North Island College Courtenay campus on Fri. Nov. 21st

at 7:30 PM with all proceeds to the CV Foodbank, this is a wonderful kick off to the Christmas season. Suggested donation at the door of $10 or more. Photo credit: Terry Penney

CLT brings early laughter to Christmas for the Food Bank It is Christmas Eve. In the deserted tree lot there is still one, lonely tree waiting to be taken home. Enter two people, both in search for a last minute acquisition to brighten up their holidays. Or is it to brighten up someone else’s holidays? Or does she really need it? Or can he possibly have a more reasonable claim? In The Christmas Tree, the hilarious one act comedy by Norm Foster, laughs come by the minute.

Story after story pour out as these desperate shoppers try to persuade each other that their need is greater. They simply must have that tree! Who is bluffing? Who has a really pathetic tale to persuade the other to give up? Exaggeration, imagination and prefabrication all play a part in this classic Canadian comedy and the humour just keeps coming. Directed by Sharon Pridham and performed by talented husband and wife team, Chris and Jeannine Taylor. The Christmas Tree is family enter-

tainment at its best. In an evening not to be missed, Courtenay Little Theatre will present this wonderful one act play in the Stan Hagen Theatre, North Island College, on Friday November 21 at 7.30 p.m. Entry is by donation to the Comox Valley Food Bank (suggested donation $10.00 or more). Festival seating. To reserve your tickets contact Shari Jakubiec at info@courtenaylittletheatre.com or pick up your tickets at the door. Submitted By: Alana Gowdy

SESAME STREET-ESQUE MUSICAL FOR ADULTS AT THE SID Avenue Q lands at the Sid Williams Theatre on November 15 as part of the theatre society’s 2014 2015 Blue Circle Series. The show is a production by Vancouver’s critically acclaimed Arts Club Theatre Company . This production also has a local connection to the North Island with Campbell River native Nick Fontaine in a starring role as Trekkie Monster and Bad Idea Bear. Irreverently witty and outright uproarious, Avenue Q is the musical story of Princeton, a brighteyed college graduate who arrives in New York City

looking for love, a job, and his purpose in life. The only neighbourhood he can afford is the multicultural Avenue Q, where Sesame Street-esque puppets rub shoulders with humans. Winner of the Tony Award “Triple Crown” in 2004 (Best Musical, Best Book, and Best Score), and the 2013 Jessie Richardson Theatre Award for Outstanding Musical, Avenue Q is part felt, part flesh, and packed with songs that are surprisingly poignant and only occasionally PC. Warning: Full puppet nudity and other vulgarities will induce laughter.

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‘Songs of Heaven and Earth’ from Island Voices Choral Valley founder Wendy Nixon Stothert. “I’m thrilled to welcome choirs from near and far ...”

Choral Valley’s ﬁrst festival on Sunday Do you love to listen to many voices joined together in harmony? On Sunday Nov. 16th, Choral Valley is hosting its inaugural adult community choir festival followed by a workshop, all at the Comox Pentecostal Church. Choirs will be singing from 1-5pm and the public is welcome to come and listen. Dr. Adam Con, associate professor of Music Education at UVic is coming to facilitate the learning and sharing for 300 singers. The evening workshop with Dr. Con, open to singers and directors, will be from 6:30-8pm. The topic is vocal technique and the cost is $20. To register, contact c h o ra l va l l e y @ g m a i l . com. Four local choirs, including “Just in Time Jazz Choirs”, “Celebration Singers”, “Island Voices”, and the “North Island Choral Society”, will be joined by “Timbre! Choir” from Port Alberni and “Village Voices” from

Parksville for the noncompetitive choral event. The Comox Valley is an incredibly musically active community for a relatively small population, boasting more than 10 community and church choirs. Choral Valley is a new local initiative offering Choral Retreats, Festivals, and Workshops. “Our community is so rich in culture and c o m p e l l i n g s c e n e r y. I’m thrilled to welcome choirs from near and far to join us here for choral development opportunities,” says Wendy Nixon Stothert, Choral Valley’s founder. “There are hundreds of choirs in Alberta that can come here easily on short, direct, affordable flights.” Retreat activities can include a workshop, rehearsing in beautiful locations like the Filberg Lodge or Coastal Trek Lodge, a choral sharing session with a local choir, a performance, and teambuilding in nature. For more information about Choral Valley, please visit www.choralvalley.ca.

Performances offered here and at Campbell R. churches Island Voices Chamber Choir and conductor Jenn Forsland present “Songs of Heaven and Earth”. Concerts will take place at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Campbell River, at 7 pm, Saturday, November 29 and at Comox United Church at 7 pm on Sunday November 30th. Island Voices is primarily an a cappella choir, however this concert will also feature Joyce Baker on cello and Janet Bouey on clarinet, as well as the piano accompaniment of Joyce Baker, Helen Moats and Jenn Forsland. As usual, Island Voices will perform works of a wide variety of genres including classical, pop, jazz, spirituals, folk song and liturgical. Although much of the program includes works that are not necessarily drawn from the Christmas or holiday genre, the audience will be treated to a whimsical version of Tchaikovsky’s “Sugar Plum Fairy” and the uplifting Nigerian Christmas song “Betelehemu”. Other works include lyrics by some of the worlds greatest writers spanning over centuries, including John Donne and R. M. Rilke. Britain’s Christina Rossetti penned the words

Island Voices Chamber Choir. Enjoy an evening of warm harmonies with them. to “Earth Grown Old”. The music for this haunting piece was composed by Graeme Langager, a talented, and local B.C. Choral director. The choir is excited to perform this work, as they were able to gain direct insight from the composer himself this last September at the choir’s annual retreat. Works by Gabriel Faure, and the Beatles, and the Canadian folk songs

“Frere Jacques” and “Frobisher Bay” will round out the evening. So come and enjoy an evening of warm harmonies, expressive emotion, and beautiful lyrics. Tickets for the Campbell River concert are $18 and $15 for seniors and students. There will be a reception following the concert. Trinity Presbyterian is located at 145 Simms Road. For more information call

250-285-3560. The Comox concert is $15 and $12 for seniors. Comox United is located at 250 Beach Street. For further information call 250338-1439 Tickets are available at CR Visitor Centre, Laughing Oyster and Blue Heron Book Stores. Please visit www.islandvoiceschamberchoir.bc.ca for more information about the choir.

Enjoy dancing tonight to the music of Reiss Vink and his accordion Tonight is “Dance Night” at the Filberg Centre as the Evergreen Club presents another great evening of dancing to the music of Reiss Vink and his ac-

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Global potluck feeds spirit of multiculturalism Here’s your chance to get out and get a taste of global culture both literally and figuratively. The Immigrant Welcome Centre is hosting its popular International Potluck Celebration for the first time in the Comox Valley on Wednesday, Nov. 19 to mark BC Multiculturalism Week. Along with tasty fare from around the globe, potluck goers will also be treated to cultural entertainment and musical performances. The annual event, which has drawn hundreds of participants in past years when hosted in Campbell River, is a community favourite, said Rachel Blaney, executive director of the Immigrant Welcome Centre. The event is free and open to the public, and the Immigrant Welcome Centre hopes people from every cultural background and sector of the community will attend, she noted. “It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with new people or cultures. It’s also a good way for those that don’t know much about the Immigrant Welcome Cen-

The Window Project, a light installation by artist Robert Moon (with Carrie Tenant), will be on display in the CVAG windows during this year’s Christmas Craft Fair

Celebrate 40 years of CVAG at Christmas Craft Fair starting today, then a celebration Major milestone for local arts organization tre to learn about the range of services we provide to the community,” she added. In the first six months of this year, the Immigrant Welcome Centre had provided a variety of services to 465 clients, English speaking and otherwise, from as many as 46 countries of origin. The International Potluck is Wednesday, Nov. 19 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Florence Filberg Centre in the Evergreen Lounge, at 411 Anderton Ave., Courtenay. For more information call 250-338-6359.

This year the Comox Valley Art Gallery’s annual Christmas Craft Fair is also a chance to celebrate the gallery’s 40 year birthday. The fair, which runs from Nov. 14 to Dec. 27, will include a special 40 year birthday celebration on the afternoon of Friday, Nov. 21. CVAG, initially named the Central Island Arts Alliance, was formed in 1974. That same year the first Christmas Craft Fair took place, and it has been an institution in the Comox Valley ever since. “The craft fair has become a very important part

of our community,” says Rhonda Burden, CVAG’s gift shop manager. “The fair provides people in the Comox Valley with the opportunity to buy locally-made gifts at a reasonable price. Of equal importance, the fair supports dozens of artists throughout our region.” The craft fair will be open from Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., starting Friday, Nov. 14. On the first day (Nov. 14) customers will also receive a 10 per cent discount and CVAG members will receive a 15 per cent discount on most items.

The opening day, and every Saturday afterward, will also feature free warm beverages and cookies. On Friday Nov. 21 CVAG will throw a special celebration to mark its 40 years of operation. Starting at 4 p.m. there will be snacks, warm beverages, a cash bar and a birthday cake. At 5 p.m. there will be remarks to honour the occasion. The craft fair will stay open until 9 p.m. that day, in conjunction with the Moonlight and Magic celebration that will see stores throughout downtown Courtenay open late.

The event will also celebrate two exhibits. “Window Project”, a light installation by Robert Moon with Carrie Tannant, will be on display in the gallery windows. “Layered Democracy”, an exhibition by The Print4 Group (Emily Carr University external degree students Tonja Bjermeland, Karissa Comer, Lukas Roy and Mariya Vancheva), will be on display in the George Sawchuk Gallery from Nov. 7 to Nov. 27. For more information, call 250.338.6211 or visit www.comoxvalleyartgallery.com

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etc. PEWS INVADE ST PETER’S PULPIT What happens when a bunch of people in a church are given permission by their pastor to design and run a Sunday service on their own and make their kids a central part of it? Does everything they normally do on a Sunday morning get tossed out the window? Do they create something that no one else in the congregation can recognize? Or do they take the beloved traditions, songs and prayers, add creative enhancements and weave them into a new tapestry that helps everyone see them afresh in a new light? That’s what will happen at St Peter’s Anglican Church on Church Avenue in Comox on Sunday, November 16 at 10 in the morning. And regardless of what you think they will do, we guarantee you will be in the presence of energy, joy and insights that will make you think differently about your world and your life in it long after you have left the pews. So come and see what is happening. You may be surprised to see that church is alive, vigourous and relevant.

YOUNG NATURALISTS COUNTING BIRDS On Sunday, Nov. 16th at 9;30am the Comox Valley Young Naturalist Club (YNC) will be having our annual Christmas Bird Count. This event is free and open to children ages 5-14 and their families. Space is limited. If you are interested or would like to know more about the YNC please email ynccomox@gmail.com for more information. RSVP by Sat Nov 15th.

VEGAN DINEOUT AT SEHMI This coming Tuesday Nov. 18th at 5:30 and 7:00 Sehmi Restaurant at 1320 Cliffe Ave. in Courtenay will host this month’s Earthsave vegan dine out. Owner Mia and her crew have put together the following full service 3 course dinner: Miso Soup followed by Sunomono Salad. The main course will be a Bento Platter with Seaweed Salad, Edamame, Vegetable Tempura, Yam Roll, Vegetable Roll, Avocado Roll, Tofu Teriyaki and Rice. The cost for the evening including coffee, tea taxes and tip is $15 for adults and $10 for kids to age 12. The evening is by reservation

Looking to make some extra holiday spending money? Are you crafty and between the ages of 10-19 years? Then The Gnarly Little Christmas Craft Fair sounds perfect for you! Each year Courtenay Recreation hosts this unique, youth craft fair, especially designed for local youth to sell their wares and show off their crafting talent just in time for Christmas. “I continue to be blown away by the quality of crafts and baking I see each year,” explains Kristine Klupsas, Youth Services Coordinator, “I usually end up buying my stocking stuffers at this craft fair, and it feels good to support local youth” she continues. The 6th Annual Gnarly Little Christmas Craft Fair will be taking place at The Lewis Centre December 6th, 11-3pm, and it is only $10 to register a table. To book a table please call The Lewis Center at 250-338-5371. For more information please call Kristine Klupsas at 250-334-8138 ext. 223.

MYELOMA GROUP MEETING NOV. 18 The North Island Myeloma Support Group is having its monthly meeting on Nov 18, in the dining room at the Best Western Westerly Hotel, 1590 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay. Come for lunch at 12:15 (optional, buy your own lunch), meeting starts at 1:30. Keep up to date on the latest info on myeloma and enjoy socializing with others affected by the disease. Please contact Sandy at: bowsersandy@shaw.ca or 250757-9248 if you plan to attend or for more info.

EXHIBITION SOC. NEEDS DIRECTORS Comox Valley Exhibition is seeking expressions of interest for Board of Directors. The Board consists of representatives from many industry sectors, businesses and agencies. Whether retired, a business owner or currently selfemployed in our community and are interested in a positon on the Board, please email info@cvex.ca. The Comox Valley Exhibition AGM is scheduled for November 17th, 6:30 at 580 Duncan Avenue, Courtenay. For more information please email info@cvex.ca or call 250.338.8177.

It is often said that the idea of ‘North’ is embedded in the Canadian psyche. While most Canadians are certainly familiar with snow, ice, cold and darkness, most have not had the opportunity to venture north of the 60th parallel. Three of the largest islands of the Canadian Arctic: Ellesmere Island, Devon Island and Baffin Island, form the eastern boundary of Canada’s Arctic, and extend from Greenland in the north to the Labrador Coast in the south. They are islands of majestic mountains, rugged fiords, vast icefields, wild animals, and stunning scenery that very few get to see intimately. Strathcona Wilderness

Institute is pleased to present local Arctic adventurer and mountaineer Sandy Briggs who will give a talk and a slide show that covers nearly 40 years of expeditions to Canada’s Arctic and titled “Baffin Island: Exploring Canada’s Arctic”. Sandy Briggs is a native of Woodstock, New Brunswick, but has lived in Victoria for most of the last 37 years, where he teaches Chemistry at the University of Victoria. His interest in the Arctic begin in 1977 when he spent two months on a mountaineering and socio-cultural expedition to Greenland with the University of St Andrews (Scotland) where he was completing his post graduate studies. He has been involved with 12 expeditions to Canada’s Arctic since then. In 1992 he teamed up with fellow Arctic adventurer John Dunn and spent 6 weeks skiing from Res-

Iceberg at Devon Island olute Bay (Cornwallis Island) to Grise Fiord (Ellesmere Island). Two years later he participated in a 4 month end-to-end ski/sled traverse of Baffin Island. This was followed in 1998 with a 7 week ski expedition to Devon Island. Over

the next 9 years he participated in a further 6 ski/sled/ trekking trips to Ellesmere Island, Baffin Island, Coburg Island and Devon island, and visited Auyuittuq and Tuktut Nogait National Parks. Over the last few years Sandy has taken to kayaking trips in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut, and in 2013 he did a month long 650 kilometre kayak/portage journey on Voyageur routes - Lake of the Woods to Thunder Bay. When not exploring in the Arctic, Sandy can be found climbing/hiking/skiing in the mountains of Vancouver Island. The presentation is at the Stan Hagen Theatre at North Island College on Ryan Road on Saturday November 15. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. with the show running from 7 - 9. There is a cover charge of $10 per person at the door. Contact strathconawilderness@gmail. com for more information.

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Throughout the world conservation tourism has been a driver in rural economic re-vitalization. The State of Oregon recently made it a central part of its tourism strategy. Unconventional and a sign of changing times and changing view of the new economy that takes into account the value of “natural capital” , conservation tourism is the fastest growing sector of the tourism industry. As part of its educational mandate, Comox Valley Nature is hosting an illustrated lecture by tourism industry specialist, Sandra Borton entitled “Conservation through Tourism: Essentials, Opportunities and Considerations”. This is a unique chance to understand the potential links between sound environmental conservation practice and potential sustainable economic development. Sandra Borton is a graduate student at the University of Northern British Columbia, in Natural Resource and Environmental Studies. She holds a Bachelor of Tourism Management in Adventure Studies from

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Modified version of curling makes it safer for seniors BY MICHAEL BRIONES Echo Staff Gordon Aikman wants to curl. But at 67-years old, the Comox man is scared of getting hurt. He said at his tender age, injuries take longer to heal. And he doesn’t want that. However, Aikman’s interest was rejuvenated when he learned about stick curling. A newcomer to the Comox Valley, Jackie Jackson is introducing this modified version of curling to the Comox Valley with the goal of establishing a league. I t ’s a l r e a d y b e i n g played in a lot of curling rinks across the country, she said, but it has yet to pick up popularity not only here in the valley but also on Vancouver Island. “It’s a safe way of curling,” said Jackson, who played stick curling when they were still residing in the Okanagan. “A lot of the senior curlers I see here wear helmets and other protective gear. And as you age, you can easily slip. It’s too dangerous.” Stick curling, Jackson said, has found a niche with those traditional curlers who can no longer get down into the hack because of knee, back, heart,

shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, and ankle or foot problems. People are curling now that haven’t for years and they are having a good time. It is a lot of fun. It keeps people in the game. Aikman has never played curling before. Aside from wanting to learn how to play it, he also desires to enjoy the social aspects of the sport. “I want to have fun without having to worry about getting injured,” said Aikman. “A broken hip, or a knee injury at my age, it takes a year or two to heal. I am too old for that.” The stick was invented and refined by curlers who loved the game and wanted to continue to play without using a traditional slide delivery. The stick is a term used to identify a device that enables a curler to deliver a rock from a standing position. The stick extends from a curler’s hand and attaches to the rock handle. In stick curling each team is comprised of two curlers. One member of each team stays at each end of the rink. Sweeping or brushing is allowed from the hog line to the back line. Each stone must be delivered with a curling stick,

from a standing or (in a wheelchair) position. The two delivering curlers alternately deliver six stones each per end, while their teammates skip that end. Then roles are reversed. All games are six ends and usually take an hour to complete. T h e e q u i p m e n t re quired is simple and inexpensive. There are several different sticks available at varying costs. Curling or regular shoes with no heels, fitted with double grippers, are a must. This is a great way to meet new people and see if you like this way of curling, said Jackson. It’s also advantageous for newcomers, since the complex technique of the slide delivery doesn’t exist. But the substantial mental aspects of the game are retained. With no sweeping or brushing allowed between the hog lines this provides fairness to those unable to sweep or brush. It also increases the challenge, not having the advantage of sweeping/ brushing to affect either line or weight in the initial travel of the stone. Anyone wishing to try stick curling can call Mel and Jackie Jackson 250871-6334.

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Riptide U14 Girls unable to secure home pitch advantage in Campbell R. The Riptide U14 Girls soccer team played in Campbell River Saturday, hoping to turn the tides from their last matchup against the Saanich/Prospect team in September, when they lost 2-1. Anticipating another close game against this strong opponent, Riptide came to win. Riptide started well, showing balanced control of the play and also putting solid pressure on their opponent’s offense. Within the first five minutes, Riptide’s keeper, Freyja Reed, made a diving save, colliding with the Saanich player and resulting in a cut on her knee that ultimately required six stitches. The emotion of the situation and concern for their teammate rattled Riptide momentarily, but the players were able to quickly settle back into the rhythm and focus of the game. “Our back line did a fantastic job in

the first half holding off Saanich’s most dangerous player”, stated Riptide coach, Lisa Wigard. But despite the best efforts of Riptide’s back line, including Sarah Bard, Charlie Borrie, Reilly Douglas, and Lauren Wigard, about twenty minutes in, Saanich gained the momentum of the first goal. The first half ended with Saanich up by one. After some strategy and a pep talk from the coaches at half time, Riptide came back full force in the second half. Three strong scoring opportunities were created from two Riptide corner kicks and a run where Riptide dribbled through several Saanich players to take a direct shot on net, but Saanich’s strong defense and keeper shut them all down. Capitalizing on a couple unfortunate mistakes, Saanich scored two

more goals. Despite the team’s efforts, Riptide was unable to come up with a goal, leaving the final score a 3-0 win for Saanich. Fans observing knew that the final score was not indicative of Riptide’s effort or quality of play. Coach Wigard explained, “This part of the season is about learning and growth. We have seen a significant improvement in a few short months with these girls, so there is no doubt in my mind that this team will be well prepared for the playoffs in the New Year.” The Riptide U14 Girls, sponsored by Lacasse Construction, play their upcoming away game against the Gorge/ Lakehill team in Victoria on November 15. Game times and locations are updated Wednesdays on the team’s Facebook page which you can find at https://www. facebook.com/riptide2001girls

Courtenay Mazda Peewee Chiefs host successful tourney The Courtenay Mazda Peewee Chiefs were busy this past weekend hosting an 8-team tournament made up of competitors from Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland. The Chiefs started round-robin play in Pool A on Friday evening, with a tight 2-1 win over Burnaby. The Chiefs got out to an early 2-1 lead and played very well defensively for the remainder of the game to hold off the Burnaby squad. Goaltender Avery Kampen posted the victory, with goals coming from Kayden Richards and Boone Trickett. A 6:30 a.m. game against Oceanside on Saturday morning saw the boys get off to a slower start however. Falling behind 2-0 by the mid-game

ice-clean, the Chiefs roared back in the third to get a 2-2 tie, with the game-tying goal coming off a post-and-in slap shot from defenseman Matt Garrett. The Chiefs returned to the ice at 1:15 for their final round-robin match against Saanich. The Chiefs were very much in the game through the first two periods, trailing 2-1 against a strong Saanich squad. However, a brief period of “slow legs” in third period allowed Saanich to increase its lead and hold on for a 4-1 victory. With a win, loss and tie in round-robin play, the Chiefs had the same number of points as Oceanside, however, the Chiefs were relegated to 3rd place in the pool by the slimmest of margins due to

a tie-breaker based on goals/ for and against. While eliminated from the playoffs, the Chiefs had a final game against the 3rd place team from the other pool on Sunday morning, the Cowichan Capitals. The Chiefs had a difficult first period against the fast-skating Capitals, and trailed 4-1 at the mid-game ice clean. However, in the 2nd half, the boys rallied and had numerous scoring chances from all three lines due to good puck movement and a hard forecheck that created Cowichan turnovers. The Chiefs closed the gap but were unable to complete the comeback, falling 5-3. The Vancouver Thunderbirds went undefeated and

took first place in the tournament, with a 4-3 win over a scrappy Powell River squad Sunday afternoon. Overall the Chiefs had a successful tournament on and off the ice, thanks in large part to the parent volunteers and individuals and companies that helped sponsor the event. The team raised enough money to cover entry costs for other out-of-town tournaments they will be playing in as well as helping to cover some travel costs and ice rental for additional practice time. Thanks to everyone for their support. The Chiefs next home game is a league game against Oceanside on November 16 at 3:15 p.m. at Sportscentre 1.

BRIDGE NEWS Comox Valley Duplicate Bridge Club News Thursday, November 20 at 10:00am our monthly lesson. This month the topic is “Special Doubles”. Results: Monday, November 3, 2014 l. Tim Kennelly - Charles Hodson 2. Allister Gavel - Barrie Turnham 3. Pete Marinus - Linda Marinus Thursday, November 6, 2014 1. Pete Marinus - Jill McLaren 2. Patricia Lowe - Roy Lowe 3. Linda Marinus - Tom Dugdale Our club is located on Nordin Street across from the Comox Mall under the newly renovated Museum and Art Gallery. We offer guaranteed partnerships, so if you’re visiting or your regular partner is away, make sure you come out to play anyway. If you don’t have a regular partner, I’m sure you’ll meet one. We play Monday evenings at 7:00 pm and Thursday afternoons at 1:00 pm. Our Website is www.cvdbc.com and our email is playbridge@shaw.ca For more information, please contact Linda Marinus at (250)338-2544.

d’Esterre Bridge Results for Tuesday 4th Nov. (8 tables): N/S - 1. Art Morgan and George Law; 2. John and Lynne Godfrey; 3. Diane McKinnon and Joan Erickson. E/W - 1. Jack and Carole Bradshaw; 2. Doug Poole and Irene Smith; 3. Dave and Sharon Hysert. Results for Saturday 8th November ( 8 1/2 tables): N/S - 1. Tom and Betty Thomsen; 2. Dorothy Branch and Corrine Montgomery; 3. Diane McKinnon and Ruby Paulson. E/W - 1. Harvey Piercy and Ann Cook; 2. Irene Smith and Betty Fountain; 3. Dick and Lynn Sangster. Results for Friday 7th November (12 1/2 tables): N/S - 1. Phil Sandford and Maureen Olafson; 2. Denise Holst and Betty Fountain; 3. Jean Tait and Evelyn Ware; 4. Jim and Joan Boase. E/W - 1. Keith Ware and Cynthia Tree; 2. Pattie Wheeldon and Lorraine Ramesbottom; 3. Dick and Lynn Sangster; 4. Peter Harding and Pat Cutt.

Mountain View Cemetery in Vancouver is searching for information about the following interred who may also be Rights Holders of unused plots . Anyone with knowledge of the following please contact myra.mvc@gmail.com Bernstein, David Louis Born in Victoria, Nov 19, 1921 to George and Laura ( nee Copland). Died July 26,1922. Forcimer, Benjamin Nathan Born in Austria Jan 2,1869. Settled in Nanaimo. Died in Nanaimo Feb 26,1914. Occupation: Watchmaker. Franklin, Violet Born March 27,1898 in Wellington ( North Nanaimo) to Barney & Sara Weinrobe ( nee Zarbesky) Husband: Sigmond. Siblings: Birdie, Gertrude, Nathan & Saul. Died Nov 7,1979.

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Lacrosse AGM on Nov. 20 The Comox Valley Lacrosse Association will be holding their Annual General Meeting on Thursday, November

CODES COUNTRY LANES Bowling highlights from Codes Country Lanes: Monday Golden Age AM - June Berry 210, Pat King 203, Arnie Morrison 230, Evelyn Foot 196, Tricia Turnbull 182, Dave Stacey 199, Joyce Slater 191, Barb Lane 225, Micki MacDonald 197, John Kendall 215, Lynne Davidson 198, Marie Israel 199, Gloria Frederick 195. Monday Golden Age PM - Lyle Torrie 219, Erma Wilson 215, Val Johnson 212, Ben Braun 272, Ivan Ally 265, Rick Rodriguez 202, Rick Kroeker 198, Bill Tower 176. Youth Bowling - William Derksen 129, Andrew Barna 163, Jordan Barna 193, Brycen Burgess 217, Lucas Rye 83, Morgan Grout 102. Tuesday Ladies - Jane Wedge 186, Shirley Webb 199, Laurie McWillis 221, Barb Randall 216, Marilyn Shetterly 195, Agnes Barker 185, Paulette Z 192. Tuesday Club 55 - Garry Pearson 177, Allison Bennett 135, Ed Schievink 94, Judith Munro 89. Tuesday Adult - Bruno Bagdan 232, Brian Booth 179, SCOTT McLELLAN 306, Cindy Ekstein 187, Jill Comeau 160, Duwanee Granneman 193, Lynda Brundige 171, Cynthia Taylor 215, Brenda Frizzell 220. Wednesday Golden Age - Dave Stacey 193, Andre Melancon 209, Laurie Aucoin 213, Paul Riley 210, Audrey Haughn 182, Bert Brown 200, Nick Tjart 202. Tuesday/Wednesday CRA - Leona Wagner 155, Linda Christie 140, Lisa Bruce 119, Cori Pagnoni 155, Brian Mitchell 164, Dave Roberts 129, Daniel Erb 136, Richard Major 124, Allison Bennett 127, Debbie Downer 143, Clayton Heid 160, Russell Enright 130, Robert Burns 109, Michael Campbell 208, Jessica Anderson 125, Jim Battram 143, Tiffinee Nicol 175. Wednesday Adult - Al Gavel 205, Vicki Major 190, Rick Aker 217, Travis Webber 283, Ken Bird 241, Rick Granneman 218, John West 228, Bruno Bagdan 214, Sontina Esey 204, Barb Potruff 223, Gord Potruff 207, Wayne Wilson 202. Thursday Club 55 - Linda Meers 219, Rosemary Montreuel 204, Grace Rodriguez 244, Rick Rodriguez 217, Ivan Ally 198, Kelvin Davis 188, Bob Van Nes 189, Bob Sharp 219. Thursday Adult - Lorne King 237, Duwanee Granneman 235, Candace McClellan 231, Roy Brekke 219, Jessica Giroux 244, George Wedge 237, Andrew Stubbing 237, Anne Bodnar 221, STEVE ROBSON 306, Rick Granneman 201, Rick Kroeker 220, Aggie Aucoin 206, Rose Stenabaugh 227, Chris Roberge 236, Laurie Aucoin 284. Friday Golden Age - George Railian 196, Bert Brown 210, Roy Brekke 231, Jim Lucas 171, Jim Bennett 193, George Sand 198, Arni Auerbach 201, Georg Andrews 181, Marj Arnold 184. Special O - Bobby Bolen 166, Mathew Strachin 183, Terry Daniels 167, Colin Wells 187, Jacob White 150, Zack Z 169, Jamie Bennett 156, Mary Wells 175, Penny Savin 225, Matt Caldwell 156, Millie Johnson 145, Paul Riley 208.

20, 2014 from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM in the mezzanine at the Comox Valley Sports Centre.

Election of officers will take place. Please come out and support local lacrosse.

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