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CREATIVE INNOVATIONS IN EXPERIENCING ART KEALY DONALDSON It’s a different time and our use of public space has
Their jury had the difficult task of selecting 25 pieces
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access bodies of work. As we look into community to
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see how Artists are progressing, many projects are sur-
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facing for the public to enjoy.
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The monument to the last logging railroad in North
deep ravines, crossing nine enormous wooden trestles
America is getting bigger and better, with more logging
through some of the Island’s most rugged terrain.
memorabilia and train cars on the way by March to accompany ‘Loci 113,’ the beloved mascot of the community of Woss on North Vancouver Island.
The railroad was first built when demand for BC wood boomed during the First World War. Lumber barons built Beaver Cove Lumber & Pulp Limited at Beaver
In December, the Regional District of Mount Wadding-
Cove in 1917, along with a small community for the pulp
ton purchased a logging rail car from Westcan Rail to
mill, sawmill and shingle mill workers and their fami-
add to the Nimpkish Heritage Park. The decommis-
lies. Logging companies used rail lines to get high-val-
sioned car is currently at Beaver Cove and will be the
ue logs out of the remote and rugged woods beyond
latest addition to the park after a caboose and a locomo-
‘Camp 8’ at the head of Nimpkish Lake. The logs were
tive promised by Western Forest Products after com-
taken to the lake by one isolated logging railway and
munity consultations in 2018. The new cars are getting
dumped into the lake, then towed down the lake to a
cleaned up and painted and are planned for installation
dry land site, where they were reloaded on to another
at the park in March this year.
logging railway and taken to the mills at Beaver Cove.
The classic 2-8-2 steam locomotive ‘Loci 113’ stood
In 1953, logging company Canfor acquired Loci 113 and
alone in Woss until last year, when new signs and a me-
used the engine for active logging until 1966 when it
morial gazebo were installed at the park. The regional
was replaced by diesel-electric engines. The steam loco-
district’s plan is to add to the park in an ongoing process
motive remained in use for popular forestry tours until
and one of the most popular suggestions from the 2018
1994, pulling the Grey Ghost passenger car and touring
community consultations is to turn the old rail bed into
visitors from around the world through BC’s forests,
a trail for biking and hiking, and connect it to the Van-
letting people see and experience coastal logging op-
couver Island Spine trail.
erations for themselves. When the train was retired, it
The steam locomotive hauled logs until the 1960s out of the coastal rainforest, delivering Douglas fir, hemlock, balsam, Western red cedar and cypress logs to Beaver
was put on display in Woss where it has been a sign of identity and home for the community since. The mills shut down decades ago, but the community remains.
Cove. Loci 113 was part of a 215-kilometre-long railway
Logging operations continue in Woss to this day, but
network that wound through dense forests and over
the railroad was shut down after a tragic accident on
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April 20, 2017, when three workers were killed after a train being re-loaded rolled down the track and crashed into a train maintenance car, causing a derailment. Operations were immediately put on hold after the incident and on November 7, 2017, Western Forest Products announced the permanent closure of the railway. Logs are now being transported by truck. In 2018, From June 4 to July 20, Western Forest Products held public consultations, an open house, and discussions with the ‘Namgis First Nation to find out how best to honour the tragedy by positively recognizing the legacy and contribution the last logging railroad on the continent made to the North Island. The company also received 138 responses from community members, and 96% wanted something built to honour the history of the Englewood train system, which was in operation for more than 100 years. The legacy of the Englewood train system is now more publicly accessible for tourists and locals alike, and as the park grows, it will help the North Island grow as a destination for people curious about history and who love the rugged coastal environment. The Heritage Park is located approximately 140 km north of Campbell River on the west side of Highway 19, on Englewood Drive near the Western Forest Products offices. The trip will take one and a half hours from the Campbell River Airport. Travelers should be aware that cellular and fuel services are limited north of Campbell River. There is a public electric vehicle charging station in Woss.
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Transient (Bigg's) killer whales foraging in Race Rocks Š Josh McInnes
There is nowhere along the British Columbia coast
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that is as spectacular for viewing marine wildlife than
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Race Rocks, a tide swept archipelago off Southern Van-
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part in a drift diving. Riding the currents, divers can
islands, with one predominant island that is home to
explore and view dense bull kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana)
a spectacular lighthouse. The Race Rocks light station
forests swaying in the current. Divers may also view
was established on December 26, 1860 and is the sec-
several species of rockfish, which include the common-
ond oldest in British Columbia. It was constructed to aid
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mariners who were traveling to busy ports like Esquim-
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the lighthouse was constructed from stones quarried in
lourful nudibranchs, sea stars, sea urchins, mussels, and
Scotland, while the top is composed of Sandstone from
if lucky you might view a giant Pacific octopus (Enteroc-
Gabriola Island, BC. In comparison to most Canadian
topus dofleini) hiding in a rock crevice.
lighthouses that are red and white in colouration, Race Rocks was pained with black and white bands in 1864,
Race Rocks is one of the only locations in British
and stands 24.4 metres high.
Columbia to view four out of the five commonly encountered species of pinniped (seals and sea lions).
The island chain is influenced by strong tidal surface
Steller sea lions (Eumetopias jubatus) are the largest spe-
currents that flow through the intricate passages and
cies of eared seal reaching lengths of up to 3.1 m and
inlets from the narrow entrance of the Strait of Juan de
can weigh up to 1100 kg. During the late summer and
Fuca. Deep nutrient rich water is upwelled to the sur-
fall, male Steller sea lions travel south from breeding
face providing the necessary resources for phytoplank-
rookeries to haulout sites like Race Rocks to rest and
ton, which oxygenate the water and act as the basis of
feed. They are often sighted swimming and frolicking
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in the rapids or bellowing and competing for space on reefs and small sections of rocks. California sea lions (Zalophus californianus) can also be encountered hauled
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Underwater view of a Dall's porpoise © Josh McInnes
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It’s one of those places… you know the ones, that draw you in with their beauty and resilience. Canyon View Trail is a popular trail, in Campbell River North, that runs parallel to the mighty Campbell itself. I fell in love with it the first time I trotted through the trail 20 years ago. It’s the type of trail that anyone can do, perhaps not in its completion but for those who are wanting to go for a short walk, a kilometre in one direction return is a great start to get your fitness up and get you connected to the beautiful forest and powerful river that encompasses this trail. Canyon View is 5 kilometers (3 miles) in total and looped starting at the Logging Bridge off Highway 28 (on route to Gold River). If you can’t find parking at this junction, you can drive a minute further to the Quinsam Campground entrance and park on the river side or a little further up is the first access to BC Hydro’s John Hart project. The giant cedars and firs are like a warm blanket with the river running beside you – pretty fiercely this time of year. Ferns, moss, fresh earth surround you as well as you immerse yourself on this trail. Parts of the trail are stairs and there are some good inclines along the way; it’s best to wear a solid pair of runners or hikers when visiting Canyon View as the ground is soft and occasionally worn away or saturated with rain water. At the trail top, you cross through the first rock canyon via foot bridge, single file is recommended and you will be rewarded. The view is truly spectacular in itself. It’s a long drop down so if you don’t care for heights, it’s best to keep your eye on the prize across the bridge and make your way across. BC Hydro has made some changes with access points over the years and once you are on the south side of the
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bridge, you can continue along Canyon View or push a little harder to head up to the Suspension Bridge along the Millennium Trail which will take you to the grand Elk Falls itself. Plan for an hour to walk the entire trail and be prepared for the weather; there are a myriad of user groups there, from walkers, runners, dog walkers, locals and visitors. So be sure to let people pass you by if you are meandering along enjoying all that this gorgeous trail has to offer and pack out any garbage you might have with you or see along the way. Enjoy your
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ARTIST FEATURE KEALY DONALDSON
Phil Vaillancourt
All My Relations
With paternal relations to the Mik’maq Nation and hailing from Maniwaki, Quebec, Phil Vaillancourt started creating images at four years old; he loved to draw and it showed. As his passion grew for Art, he struggled in structured classes and decided to focus on it through his own eyes, on his own time.
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As a Tattoo Artist, Vaillancourt embraced and studied Polynesian styles and art forms. Art and culture from Hawaii to New Zealand heavily influenced his own personal style and are great examples of Polynesian styles. 2015 emerged and Vaillancourt decided to spend a month in Hawaii to truly study and understand their culture and tattooing. At this time, he was selling his drawings for tattoos and decided to learn how and entered into an apprenticeship in 2016. He poured years of drawing and studying Polynesian styles and finally got a green light from Polynesian tattoo experts. As fate would have it, his first tattoo client
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was a Hawaiian woman. Vaillancourt takes pride that he can professionally do multiple cultural styles. As Vaillancourt developed his style and became known for this unique Indigenous art form in tattoo circles, requests started coming in for traditional First Nations tattoo artwork. From Haidaberg Alaska down to Vancouver Island Kwakawaka, Vaillancourt started going to the museum weekly, reading as much as he could and watching documentaries on West Coast First Nations Art. So he added focus on two art forms – form line and Coast Salish art. He instantly started practicing these styles and found a mentor to work with, who could lead and train his growing interest. He was inspired at a Potlatch in Bella Bella a couple years ago and understood that learning the root of the art form would be to learn to carve. Vaillancourt was honoured at this potlatch for representing his nation. “It’s an inspiring time to be transitioning and learning a new medium,” Vaillancourt smiles as he glances back down at the yellow cedar panel he’s working on. For the past 13 months Vaillancourt has been studying under Tom Lafortune, Coast Salish Carver from the Tsawout First Nation, as well as other mentors from other nations. Shortly after, another unique opportunity arrived to Vaillancourt. A friend from Prince Rupert, Lyle Campbell, Haida Nation, asked for Vaillancourt’s assistance on a memorial totem pole for Campbell’s mother. There was a big push to finish the project so he flew up to assist, alongside other artists; he felt very thankful for the opportunity. “As a Native Artist, carving and working with cedar, drawing or designing in general is an ancient and at times hypnotic, powerful process. I’m a conduit for my ancestors’ voices, as well as healing energy to be infused into whatever piece I’m working on. Sometimes you feel it go right through you” he adds to explain his lived experiences. A year later, Vaillancourt has begun producing masks and is still learning through each piece. He is focused on learning how to shape and create 3-dimensional
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images such as Bukwus and Dznunukwa (Wild Man and Wild Woman of the Woods). He continues to be open to learning and staying on this journey “I like to go with my gut,” Vaillancourt says. Focusing on his roots, Phil connected himself to the land for grounding and guidance. “My work is definitely channelled by and through love and I cherish and value this relationship," he says. Vaillancourt has completed a powerful image of a juvenile Sasquatch, as protector of the land. “This planet has a beautiful voice and we need to live in harmony with it” Vaillancourt shares. This image is now available on hoodies and can be ordered directly through Vaillancourt’s Facebook or Instagram accounts. His tattoo work is done out of Urge Studios in Victoria, which he currently calls home.
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BEING HUMAN
JAMES L. ANDERSON
OUTRAGEOUS IDEAS TO RESTART OUR WORLD All of us have to restart our lives, and our world
be accommodated in a different way to think in another
today. We have to discard all the terror and hate, and
web of conscious awareness that is foreign and presently
rise above the fear that threatens to overpower our lives.
beyond imagination for us today.
Somehow, find the way to come together to build a civilization around humanity, community, love and hope; dreaming our way through to a better world as a united life force hand in hand… again. Against all odds.
And finally there is another outrageous concept I have spent a lifetime trying to put into words. For perhaps ten to a hundred thousand years our Human life force, and our species after discovering a primitive ”awareness” that
We are living in an age of catastrophic threat to our col-
allowed us to survive, leaving all other primates behind
lective Human consciousness where living our lives “Be-
us… were then finally liberated to develop the primitive,
ing Human” may cease to exist on earth. Only a Giant
metamorphic insight into the Symbolic, Rational, Log-
Leap and a colossal, evolutionary transformation in the
ical, Cognitive and ”Critical” thought that ages and ages
way we think and how we make “sense” of everything will
later has given us the secure platform to stand upon, al-
allow us to change beyond imagination to survive. This
lowing us to Create the astoundingly complex intercom-
metamorphosis of our Human mindscape will have to
municative modern technological, scientific, space-age,
involve outrageous new and staggeringly profound ideas
computerized wonder civilization we live today.
that have never before reached critical mass in our world.
But perhaps, in the last couple hundred years ago or so,
One such outrageous idea I have stumbled upon is an
strategic cracks have appeared in our “old school” previ-
extraordinary, obscure idea that is now totally beyond
ously safe and stable modeled platform of symbolic, log-
our elemental systemic foundation of Human, Symbolic,
ical consciousness, and our modern world has had to be
Rational, logical, cognitive and “critical” thought, and the
reworked, patched and reprogrammed with coefficients
platform of Mass, Space, Time and Energy which now
and “fudge factors” to continue to give us protection and
defines the truth and meaning of everything for us all.
once again be the safe sanctuary against the raw chaos
This new alternative concept is a conceptualization — beyond what we now perceive and consider to be Re-
and terror of the monstrous unknown, as it has been for thousands and thousands of years, until now.
ality and Universe — that contests that there is actually
And with our present seemingly disintegrating world of
an all-pervasive, sublime, Cosmic Consciousness that is
rage, war, hatred and mindless, ruthless and savage in-
presently beyond the domain of “Being Human”. It as-
humanity haunting us today it is now becoming reason-
serts that it is this imperceptibly hidden source (the Cos-
able to suspect that something preciously critical must be
mic Consciousness) which expresses/vitiates/originates
missing. That we are not yet fully evolved.
all the matter and physical reality we are living through in our peripheral, sublime and childlike ignorance.
In studying carefully the process and essence of what we call Symbolic, Rational, Logical, Cognitive and “Critical”
Such an outrageous idea simply does not fit anywhere in
thought to perhaps discover what might be missing, I
our present symbolic, logical mindscape, and could only
have discovered something outrageous.
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We break everything into totally isolated and discrete,
simply MIRROR our own private Human isolated, dis-
disconnected Parts to find TRUTH in all Universe and
connected lives? When we look out and see Symbols,
Reality. Logically we define the Whole as being equal to
Laws, Facts, Formulas, Numbers, Words and Names out
the sum of its Parts.
in our world art large and throughout all Universe… ARE
And our Symbolic, Logical consciousness that is rooted on perfectly delineating and differentiating the parts beneath everything to establish Truth culminates in the modern rage to isolate the primary elementary particle (or,“God” particle) that must lie beneath, centering all Creation for everything to make sense. (Leagues of
WE REALLY SEEING OURSELVES? Instead of speaking in the “language that the world was written in” (mathematics) or approaching the “Mind of God”, are we simply witnessing only our private lives themselves, symbolized and mirrored everywhere in a web that is entrained only to our own systemic, visceral “solitary one” existences?
physicists and huge Colliders now validate and main-
This is truly an OUTRAGEOUS idea that changes our
tain the part proven to exist to center all Creation.)
world. And if it is true (it would appear it is) then nothing
And so, continuing on further, the more perfectly and
can now remain the same and we are opening the door
totally we can absolutely center, define, and rigorously,
to what must become A New Way to be Human on Earth.
invariantly quantify and delineate identities, events and phenomena in universe into isolated, separate, particulate (parts) that cannot be further broken down in mathematically proven nano-quantum solitary definition, the more truth there is.
There are therefore now questions that must be asked. What now do we truly Know that is not an illusion? Can we any longer believe that Human Conscious thought elevates us to the supreme pulpit of exceptional, almost divine omnipotence in universe? Can we really expect to
We isolate singular centers, nuclei, attractors and foci
obtain any truth and answers for future Human survival
that direct and control phenomena. Nothing can go in
on earth from science and technology now, understand-
two different directions at once. Nothing can exist in two
ing that both are chained to a logical, rational order that
different places and dimensions at once… and everything
is now fatally flawed? How do you and I now carry the
must have a unique symbolic, discrete name. The totally
Human Dream ahead into the future.
isolated part must be configured at the base and center of everything otherwise nothing can be true and make everything to be real and make SENSE.
Can we set sail and together believe in ourselves and each other enough to create a new higher consciousness where we can come together in peace and hand in hand to CRE-
Does all this remind you of something? Does it not per-
ATE A New Human World where we truly care for one
fectly and precisely depict the separate, private and total-
another….for the first time on Earth?
ly disconnected “Solitary one” lives every one of us lives on this Earth today. Is our Symbolic, Rational, Logical, Cognitive and “Critical” matrix of Human Consciousness that is built upon the perfectly, disconnected, eternally Discrete PART… not a reflected representation of the Self, “I”, ME particulate, eternally, totally Discrete existence we know as our lives themselves that center all that matters to us and there is no meaning or existence except in the “Solitary One” self that we live? In other words, does our magnificent web of Symbolic, Rational, Logical, Cognitive and “Critical” Consciousness
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FLORA + FAUNA OF THE NORTHWEST COAST LUNA LOISEAU-TREMBLAY
THE
RED BREASTED SAPSUCKER Birding is a popular pastime in the Vancouver
are attracted to the sap wells. In addition to this, they
Island area but certainly during the pandemic, with
also catch insects in the air or any that are near the base
most of us home more than usual, many more people
of the tree trunk such as ants, and are also known to eat
are putting up bird feeders and observing the avian
fruits from apple trees and berries.
visitors to their yard. One of my own favourite species to watch is the Red-Breasted Sapsucker (Sphyrapicus ruber), a medium sized bird in the woodpecker family.
Interestingly, several species of hummingbirds, but most notably the Rufous Hummingbird, are closely associated with this species of sapsucker. Rufous Hum-
This species is very noticeable, with its striking plum-
mingbirds may nest close to a sap well, feeding on the
age combination of a red breast and head, white lower
sap and insects and are known to follow Red-breasted
belly and rump and a black back, white wing bars and a
sapsuckers on their daily rounds of sap wells.
large white wing patch. They are permanent residents of our coastal areas, as opposed to being migratory for the winter.
This species of sapsucker is a dead tree cavity nester and may have a clutch of 5-7 eggs, with both sexes incubating the eggs from 11-15 days. They have one clutch
This is a common species seen year round in many peo-
per year with both parents feeding the young, bring-
ple's yards, in our damp Pacific coast mixed deciduous/
ing them fruit, sap or insects for about 3-4 weeks after
coniferous forests and regularly seen hammering on
hatching. Once the chicks leave the nest, the parents will
trees that are in public spaces, such as parks and busi-
show them how to forage for food for another 10 days
ness fronts. However, identification can be complicated
and then the juveniles are on their own. Red-breasted
in certain areas of the province, as this species is known
sapsuckers can use the same tree for nest purposes but
to hybridize with other species of sapsuckers in BC,
do not use the same nest cavity.
such as the Yellow-Bellied and Red-Naped Sapsuckers.
Unfortunately, this species has historically been thought
The Red-Breasted Sapsucker drills holes in tree bark,
of as an orchard pest and are regularly targeted and
usually in rows that are regularly spaced and then
killed by gardeners for their woodpecking and fruit for-
returns to them to feed on the sap that wells up in the
aging characteristics. However, as is apparent of the ani-
holes. Its tongue has stiff hairs on it to allow for more
mals and plant species that are native to any area, every
efficient sap collection. They also feed on small bits of
species has its place in the delicate balance of nature.
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GROWING UP COASTAL
HEALTH & WELLNESS JOSEPH MCLEAN
From the beginning, the most troubling thing about COVID-19 was how much we didn’t know. To me it felt like the worst kind of fire season, when we can smell the smoke but we can’t tell where the fires are. Rumours and misinformation swirl. Anxiety runs high.
So, I started a Facebook group called Powell River COVID-19 Awareness. My idea was to exchange credible information from residents and authorities, cutting through the smoke to help each other learn. With a background in data analysis and writing, I felt like I had something useful to offer our community. Every day we’re exposed to a huge amount of information. All too often, there is little separating fact from fiction. This group forced me to read carefully and consciously. It has to be credible, it has to be relevant, it has to be grounded in reality. Early on, our provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry reminded us that “all tragedy is a failure of communication.� I took that to heart, along with her challenge to us all: Be kind, be calm, and be safe. Sometimes Facebook is like a video game everyone loves to hate. But social media can also bring us together, at a time when social distance holds us apart.
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To me, the real heroes are the medical workers, the front line staff, the parents holding their homes together, the officials making hard choices every day. We’ve all given something in this fight. If I can help bring these voices together, I feel that I have done my part. Adapted from an article published in Powell River Weekly, July 2020
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WELLNESS ARTIST FLURER SMOKERY KEA LY DON A LDSON
...Love in Every Bite With a background in Aquaculture and Seafood
upgrades. ICE-T was also involved with this project,”
Processing, Kelly and Brian Flurer launched Flurer
says Brian Flurer.
Smokery in Duncan Bay, north of Campbell River, in 2009. Their first day of production was ten years ago,
Strathcona Community Futures was a key partner in
on February 16th, 2010. Flurer Smokery specializes in
the Flurer’s move to Port Alberni. Economic Develop-
Seafood Processing and hosts a fantastic product line
ment Manager Patrick Deacon and Port Alberni May-
of in-house smoked fish. The Campbell River site was
or Sharie Minions welcomed the Flurer’s when they
a fair sized seafood processing facility to start out in;
arrived and opened their doors. They are anticipating
while they worked hard, growing their business, they
the DOCK-PLUS Grand Opening as early as February
knew their business needs were changing. So the Flur-
2021.
ers made an executive decision and moved Flurer Smokery to Port Alberni.
The DOCK-PLUS currently hosts 5 companies and a commercial kitchen. The Flurers are managing the
The Port Alberni Port Authority (PAPA) CEO extended
day-to-day operations for the Ice House (100 totes
a very enticing invitation to relocate the business to a
per day), Blast Freezer and Freezer Storage. The Flur-
more central Island location, and so far it’s proving to
ers noted that 300 4x4’ ice totes fit into this upgraded
be very rewarding. The new Flurer Smokery location,
freezer storage.
known as DOCK-PLUS, has had $1.5 million in recent upgrades by the City of Port Alberni, Province of BC and PAPA. The Flurers noted a very special thanks to Zoran with the Port Authority for the relationship they have created for this marine-based project.
“At our old facility, we didn’t have a full freezer available to us. Now with this amazing facility, the massive freezer space has allowed us to expand our services and product lines,” says Kelly Flurer. The Dock-Plus Ice House will have a federally certified ice plant al-
“Staff from PAPA have been amazing and supportive;
lowing them to sell product to other Federally certified
they pushed to work with local contractors for the
processing facilities.
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Flurer Smokery is still doing custom orders includ-
The Flurer's product focus is salmon, ling cod and tuna
ing food fish for First Nation communities, commer-
as well. The Flurers are featuring a new product called
cial fisheries, sport fishers and local restaurants. In
‘Zorans’; it’s a salmon wrapped ling cod – inspired by
Port Alberni, All-Mex’d Up is featuring smoked fish
a bacon wrapped scallop. It is a thin slice of the Flurer’s
tacos highlighting Flurer products and Double R Meats
specialty in-house smoked salmon wrapped around
Meat Shop have added Flurer Smokery products.
ling cod, approximately appetizer size 2-3 bites. “Ab-
For the last three years, Commercial Fishing openings
solutely delicious,” says Kelly.
for sockeye salmon have been in the Alberni Inlet - the
Flurer products are still available in Crabby Bob’s and
only place on the coast. “We are excited to have the
Dave’s Bakery in Campbell River and Flurer's products
opportunity to use the freezer facility to build a ware-
will make the return to Pier Street Farmers Market,
house inventory for our new products. It is a huge ad-
in Campbell River, during the summer season. Kelly
vantage for us,” says Kelly Flurer. She also added how
Flurer adds, “Our customers have been extremely loy-
great its been finding the right talent for their growing
al and we are so appreciative to have their support and
business.
continued buying power.”
“Sandra Watts has joined our team and has amazing
Exciting things keep popping up for Flurer Smokery;
talent within industry.” As the inside of the plant has
the Seaport Alliance is working with Flurer taking on
been completely redone, “it’s all about location, loca-
Sales on the Lower Mainland and the couple is plan-
tion, location for us,” says Brian Flurer, “and now we
ning expansion throughout BC and Alberta.
are centralized for Commercial and Private Fishers.”
“There’s lots happening in the Alberni Valley for eco-
Flurer Smokery continues to sell direct to the public
nomic development and we’re thrilled to be a part of
via local Farmers Markets. Currently they are attend-
it,” says Brian enthusiastically. It appears that a $200
ing two per week - the Island Roots Farmers Market on
million dollar lumber mill is in the works and the Port
Wednesdays from 2-6pm at Beban Park (Centennial
Alberni pulp mill is pushing a new product line includ-
Building), and the Qualicum Beach Farmers Market
ing food grade paper wrap as part of this community
on Saturdays from 8.30 am-12 noon at the Qualicum
economic growth.
Community Hall (outside). Both markets are featuring food vendors only.
You can connect with Flurer Smokery on Facebook. They are launching a new website in Spring 2021.
Photos L-R: Kelly and Brian outside the Campbell River smokery; Outside of Dock-Plus in Port Alberni; the new facility; Flurer smoked products.
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NATUROPATHIC INSPIRATIONS
INGRID PINCOTT ND
Nutrients to Sustain Your Health Photo © Adobestock / Praewpan
We are learning a lot of the lessons of living right
Vitamin D: 1000-5000IU’s. Vitamin D is fat soluble,
now. In this article I want to explain more the value of
promotes immune function and reduces excessive in-
certain nutrients that are specific for improving the im-
flammatory reactions. Deficiency is common and is also
munity of the body.
shown in many autoimmune diseases and asthma.
“Immunity is everything and it’s also unique to every
Zinc 15-30mg: Zinc is critical for the thymus gland, a crit-
individual," writes Dr Jeffery Bland, PhD. "When a per-
ical organ of the immune system. It is very anti-viral
son’s immune system is optimized, so is their resilience.
and a loss of taste and or smell is a common deficiency
And when resilience is strong, so too is your ability to
symptom.
fight viruses, even if you are exposed and infected.”
Quercitin 250-1000mg: An important bioflavonoid
for
What these nutrients do is support the proper balance
zinc transport into the cell. It also has anti-viral proper-
and control of the immune system in what Dr. Bland
ties. The phyotosomal form is better absorbed.
refers to as “immune-rejuvenation”. They do not cause an “activation” of an already overreactive immune system. Other important “immune-rejuvenation” habits include: lifestyle modifications: no smoking, limit alcohol intake, limit use of over the counter drugs and reduce exposure to toxins, low sugar diet, adequate sleep, exercise, stress management, oral health and gut health. Vitamin A: 1500-3000IUs. Vitamin A is fat soluble and is critical for the health of all mucous membranes in the body including the gut and lungs. It helps the overall immune status and may prevent asthma, allergies and infectious diseases. Vitamin C: 2000-6000mg. Vitamin C is an essential nutrient for many aspects of the immune system contributing to decreased susceptibility to infections and protects
Melatonin 1-3mg: Not only is it a sleep aid, it reduces inflammation in the body including the lungs. NAC (N-acetylcysteine) 500-1000mg: This anti-oxidant is the precursor for glutathione, both important in the immune and anti-inflammatory response. NAC breaks up mucous in the lungs and it also helps to prevent thickening of the blood, which is a common side effect of inflammation. It also supports the normal detoxification function of the liver. Probiotics acidophilus and bifidus: several billion CFU. Imbalance of the gut bacteria contributes to systemic inflammation in the body including the lungs. Dietary fiber improves the health of the immune system in the gut, the microbiota. Over use of antibiotics depletes the mi-
against oxidative stress generated during an infection.
crobiota and taking probiotics improves it.
Requirements increase with the level of sickness. Bowel
Stay tuned for Part Two: Herbal Support for Immune Rejuvenation in Compass Issue 32!
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SHIFT HAPPENS
ANDREA WAGEMAKER
FIND YOUR LIGHT
Many of us have to stay at home these days, or
collected in the midst of whatever changes may come.
are restricted in where we can go. So we ask ourselves the questions: How can we best use these times of iso-
Being present becomes ever more important. We have
lation? How can I prepare myself inwardly for a future
the opportunity to step back from our conditioned
that is becoming increasingly uncertain?
sense of self and return to our true nature—to the inner home we never really left. Nothing to do. Nowhere
Now, more than ever, we are programed to tap into
to go. No one to be.
negative news reports, political stories that are based on half-truths that cause us emotional turmoil, anger
I have long been dedicated to the expansion of con-
and dismay. We are bombarded with numbers of how
sciousness and being of service, but my life changed
many people are infected today and how many more
when I activated my third eye for the first time near-
are going to die, all negative thoughts that roll around
ly five years ago. I didn’t fast for weeks. I didn’t use
and start forming negative beliefs systems and a toxic
plant medicine. I didn’t have a near-death experience.
vibrational pull to our spirt, body and mind.
I looked towards a light.
Our spiritual practice becomes essential now more
Of course, not just any light. My path unfolded after
then ever. We can use this time to step back from our
my first encounter with the Lucia N°03, a conscious-
worries and concerns, and draw on the clarity and wis-
ness-expanding technology that has quickly become
dom that lie in the stillness of our being. By being flex-
one of my favorite things in the entire world. I first
ible and letting go of outdated thinking, habitual reac-
saw the Light with a dear friend on Vancouver Island.
tions, and assumptions as to how to respond, we will
I knew this was the beginning of my life journey like
find the inner freedom to see things with fresh eyes.
no other. I found purpose and the most profound and blissful psychedelic experiences of my life that for me
At the same time, we need to remain rooted in the
can only be described as supernatural– and it is com-
ground of our being, so that we can stay cool, calm, and
pletely drug-free.
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HEALTH & WELLNESS Pacific Cinquefoil Photo Š Luna Loiseau-Tremblay
EAT LOCAL
The traditional uses of Silverweed, our local coastal Cinquefoil LUNA L OIS E AU - TR E M B L AY Silverweed or Pacific Cinquefoil (Potentilla
areas of Vancouver Island, I usually encounter it on the
anserina) is a relatively common perennial belong-
edges of brackish estuaries and muddy flats but also
ing to the Cinquefoil genus, in the Rose family. It is
frequently on the edges of rocky beaches where fresh-
a coastal cinquefoil that is native to BC, Vancouver
water creeks enter the beach edge. This is a beautiful
Island and the surrounding coastal areas. Silverweed
plant with its woolly silvery soft leaves, usually growing
is easily identified from other cinquefoils we have in
in large patches and it is a major attractant to pollina-
the area, as it has spreading runners, leafless flower-
tors, including small butterflies, bees, wasps and flies.
ing stalks that contain just one yellow flower and thick roots. The leaves have a mix of small and large leaflets that are green above and are covered beneath in fine velvety hairs with a silvery sheen, making it easy to identify and remember its common name.
Silverweed was used as a reliable food source as a root vegetable for nearly all Indigenous coastal groups. In the book Food Plants of the Coastal First Peoples, research of notable ethnobiologist Nancy J. Turner describes how Silverweed was associated in habitat with Spring-
This species inhabits wet areas, such as marsh or stream
bank Clover (Trifolium wormskioldii), and they were of-
edges, sandy zones and is usually but not restricted
ten collected together and prepared in the same man-
to, areas that are by the ocean. In the north-eastern
ner. The patches of both plants were owned by certain
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HEALTH & WELLNESS chiefs especially from the Nuu-chah-nulth, Haida and
said the roots were done. After the roots were cooked,
Kwakwaka’wakw groups and permission had to be
they were allowed to cool and served on dishes, with
granted in order to dig and gather from these patches.
chiefs and high-class individuals of the group eating
The rhizomes of Bracken fern were also a staple root
the long roots while others ate the short curly roots.
vegetable, which the Nuu-chah-nulth preferred over
In the book Plants of Coastal BC by Jim Pojar and Andy
the roots of Pacific Cinquefoil, which is said to be
Mackinnon, its is further noted that tea from roots of
comparable to parsnip. The roots were traditionally
Pacific Cinquefoil was made by the Haida and used as a
dug by women in the late fall or early spring and not
purgative, while the Kwakwaka’wakw boiled the roots,
eaten raw but instead steam-cooked to take out the bit-
adding fish oil to be used as a poultice for different ail-
terness that was present in the raw root. The Kwakwa-
ments. Silverweed and Springbank clover are just two
ka’wakw preferred Silverweed roots from Knight and
of the many native plants that have historically been
Kingcome inlet, as those from other areas such as the
used by the diverse Indigenous groups that have called
flats of Nimpkish River were thought to be too tough
our coast home for thousands of years.
and gnarled. The short roots were gathered in baskets while the longer roots were coiled up and tied into
Any foraging attempts in the present day should be at-
bundles.
tempted with good plant ID guides or accompanied by
Nancy Turner describes further that in the traditions
tion to carefully researching how and when to forage
of the Kwakwaka’wakw, the roots of the Cinquefoil
certain species, aside from the obvious edible berries.
were cooked by men at feasts by steaming in alternat-
The book Plants of Coastal BC by Pojar and Mackin-
ing layers with red hot rocks and fern fronds and cov-
non, is an excellent and very accessible guide for those
ered with a mat. When the mat slumped inward, it was
seeking resources to be better at plant identification.
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STAY WELL
KEALY DONALDSON
Low Impact Cardio Exercises Part Two Photo © Adobestock / sofiko14
Here are the exercises for the second half of our
arms comfortably in front of you. 2. Shift your weight
20 minute workout! If you are looking for a low-impact
toward your right, pick up your right foot, and push off
exercise routine to do at home, look no further. We’ve
from your left foot to move your body to the right. Go
taken the guesswork out of things by creating a 20-min-
as quickly as you can during this movement while main-
ute low-impact cardio circuit that all shapes and sizes
taining your form. 3. Bring your feet back together, and
should be able to do. Check out Issue 30 if you missed
repeat, continuing to “shuffle” to the right, propelling
the first three in the series.
yourself with your left foot as you go.
Below are three exercises you should do for one minute each, jumping right into the next when the minute is up. After you complete all three exercises back-to-back, rest for one minute, and then start the circuit again. Repeat three times for a maximized low-impact cardio workout.
Standing oblique crunch HB Fit loves to throw in some core work for good measure. Ensure that your core is engaged and the movement is controlled for maximum effect. 1. Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms bent, hands on the back of your head and elbows flared out to the side. 2. To begin the movement, bend to your right side, bringing your elbow down as you simultaneously bring your right knee up to touch. 3. Return to your starting position. Repeat the same steps on the left side.
Lateral shuffle Working in both the frontal and side-to-side planes will create a well-rounded routine. To ensure you’re working both legs equally, shuffle right for a set amount of space or time, then shuffle left for the same, filling up your 1 minute of working time. 1. Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, hips slightly bent so you’re maintaining a forward posture, and your 3 0 | C O M PA S S M A G A Z I N E | I s s u e 3 1
Reverse-lunge front kick You’ll feel the burn with this combo move. We recommend splitting the minute in half, lunging with your right leg for the first 30 seconds, then your left leg for the second 30 seconds. 1. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and your arms bent and held up to your sides at chest level. 2. Kick your right leg out straight in front of you, and on the way down, step back into a reverse lunge.
3. Stand up and proceed right into another kick, then another reverse lunge.
Things to consider It’s a good idea to warm up before you start — walking in place or pop outside for a few minutes to get the blood flowing. As the routine is low impact, you may be able to complete it several times a week without adverse effects. Adjust this workout based on your fitness level and we recommend that if you have any health issues, consult your doctor to ensure you are cleared and healthy to engage in this physical activity. If you can’t complete one minute of each move without stopping, drop down and start with 30 second increments and take breaks as you need them. Stay well and keep going!
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KEALY KIKI DONALDSON FOR COUNCIL COMMUNITY • COLLABORATION • CONSULTATION Good Day! I’m pleased to be putting my name forward as a candidate for City of Campbell River Councillor in the 2021 By-Election. I look forward to the opportunity of representing our community fairly. I will continue to bring accountability, transparency and integrity to my community involvement and to serve our community at a higher level. I will keep an open door for community dialogue and welcome discussion regarding the governance of Campbell River and decisions being made for and by this community. It will be my honour and privilege to serve our community as City Councillor. I will focus on Economic Recovery in Business, Arts-Culture-Recreation Expansions and Social Issues such as Affordable Housing, Public Safety and Urban Density. As we recover together as a community from the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic, unity and strength are needed to move forward. We must project and progress to our desired outlooks for the next generations here in Campbell River. The time is now to build the best future this city and its citizens can have! I am asking for your support and your vote in this By-Election. Election Day has been set as Saturday, February 27, 2021. I am standing as a candidate to be your voice at the City Council table and at City Hall. With your direct support, we can accomplish a better tomorrow for our community! But I cannot do this alone ― it takes you to raise this support. Please consider making a donation to my campaign or offering your volunteer support to help position me onto Council. Your vote counts and it matters! If you require assistance getting to the polls, please contact my campaign for a complimentary ride or register for your mail-in ballot. You can connect directly with me to discuss your concerns on community issues. I look forward to the opportunity of serving all Campbell Riverites! Gilakas’la, Emote, Marsii Sincerely, in good health, Kealy KIKI Donaldson
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