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ob Hutchins is trading in one form of public service for another. The long-time educator will retire from his career as a school counsellor after being selected as chairman of the Cowichan Valley Regional District board on Wednesday night. The Ladysmith mayor was nominated for the CVRD’s top spot — held for the past three years by Cobble Hill Director Gerry Giles — by Lake Cowichan Director Tim McGonigle. Hutchins, who was last chair in 1998 and 99, was unsuccessfully challenged by Duncan Director Phil Kent, who was nominated by Sahtlam Director Loren Duncan. Kent, meanwhile, nominated m second-term Cowichan Bay Director Lori Iannidinardo for vice-chair n of the board. She was unopposed. In a speech before selection of the new chair took t place, Hutchins Rob Hutchins: spoke about the work engage to t come at the board table. t “We needd tto complete “W l t our two-way communication plan. When this organization has stumbled — and we have stumbled — it is largely due to our failure to adequately engage the citizens we serve,” he said. “We need to improve our practices at this board table. No decision of this board should be made without every one of us having a full understanding of the matter at hand, and we weigh the consequences of our decisions. “Knowledge held by one of us should be knowledge shared by all.” Meanwhile, North Cowichan’s representatives on the CVRD board were also selected on Wednesday during North Cowichan’s inaugural council meeting. In addition to North Cowichan Mayor Jon Lefebure, councillors Ruth Hartmann and Barb Lines will serve at the regional table.

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FireÄghters battle a Äre on Alderlea Street in Duncan Wednesday afternoon.

olice suspect arson is behind the ¿re that claimed a home in the 400 block of Alderlea Street on Wednesday. A 29-year-old Duncan man is being held in custody as a suspect. Fire¿ghters from Duncan as well as North Cowichan’s South End ¿re hall attended the scene shortly after 3 p.m. on Dec. 7, along with B.C. Ambulance paramedics and Mounties from the North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP Detachment. “The house is still standing but it was pretty well gutted by the ¿re,” Cpl. Kevin Day said on Thursday. “Thankfully the family was able to exit the house and get to safety.” Police, meanwhile, continue to investigate. “It appears at this time that we are looking at an arson investigation,” Day said. “There have been no formal charges forwarded yet. We are in the early stages of this investigation, which has been going on through the night and into the day today. Our general investigation section — our plainclothes unit — is actively investigating the matter.” more on A4

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CVRD looking at private-sector green building strategy The Cowichan Valley Regional District is in the early stages of developing a green building strategy for the private sector. The strategy could provide ﬁnancial incentives and recognition to builders and developers who build environmentally friendly buildings, or even establish a disincentive for constructing non-green buildings. For example, CVRD planner Rachelle Rondeau

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Wednesday’s article ‘Cowichan youth raising AIDS awareness’ erroneously reported that 33.3 per cent of new HIV diagnoses in B.C. are Aboriginal women. According to a 2010 report by the B.C. Centre for Disease Control, Aboriginal women comprised 33.3 per cent of all new HIV tests among females that year. The News Leader Pictorial apologies for the error.

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ozens of teachers took to the streets before the new school board’s inaugural meeting to both welcome trustees, and gain their support, during the Cowichan District Teachers’ Association’s Rally in the Valley. “We just want to send a message to our new board that we’re excited to have them, that we’re excited to support them — and that we want them to support us in return,” said Shellie Trimble, president of the CDTA, on Wednesday evening at the rally. Teachers are three months into job action that sees them boycotting administrative duties in protest of struggling contract talks. It’s a move that’s earned censure from some parents and other “We want to be community members, treated with respect, but many of the passersby seemed supportive we want to be during Wednesday’s treated reasonably.” rally. “We want to be treated with respect, we want Krista Siefken to be treated reasonably, Cowichan teachers rally in front of the Cowichan Valley School District ofÄces Wednesday night, looking for support in their ongoing contract dispute with the B.C. governand I don’t feel that’s ment. happening,” Trimble Employers’ Association) information. Look teachers are attempting to be Àexible at the willingness on the other side of the table to do said as passing drivers honked their car horns. at everything with a critical and questioning negotiation table. that,” she said. “I think it’s really important for people to mind, and realize the truth lies somewhere in “Yes, we’re far apart, but we still want to “Teachers are standing strong. We’re standing look at both sides of the issue. Don’t just take negotiate. We still want to be there. We’re will- together, and we really believe in what we’re BCTF (B.C. Teachers’ Federation) information; the middle.” Trimble said despite reports to the contrary, ing to adjust our demands, but we’ve seen no doing. We believe it’s for the kids.” don’t just take BCPSEA (B.C. Public School

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After years of serving in a role analogous to leader of the ofÄcial opposition on the Cowichan Valley School baord, Eden Haythornthwaite moves into the position of power.

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ednesday’s selection of School District 79’s new chairwoman has cemented the board’s dramatically shifted dynamic. Eden Haythornthwaite was named chairwoman of the school board, which marks a signi¿cant change in the third-term trustee’s role on the board. Haythornthwaite could have been considered leader of the of¿cial opposition, if the board

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there were quite a few people standing there, and no one had phoned it in,” he said. Dozens of onlookers watched ¿re¿ghters battle the blaze on Wednesday afternoon, as large Àames and heavy smoke engulfed the home, and a downed power line Àashed sparks. BC Hydro crews were soon on scene to deal with the hazardous lines. Passerby Doug Allan, watching the ¿re from across the street, said he had been driving by the home

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Only Åuoride here to be in the toothpaste Soon:: Lake Cowichan poised to be island’s last community to drop ﬂuoridization Soon Dorian Geiger

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ince 1958 Lake Cowichan has had Àuoride added to its drinking water. That will stop as soon as January. A Nov. 19 referendum means Lake Cowichan will become the ¿nal Vancouver Island community to step away from Àuoridation. A resounding 335-147 vote made it clear a majority of town residents were opposed to Àuoridation. Mayor Ross Forrest voted to discontinue the practice which costs the town roughly $11,000 annually. He said that money will now be at the disposal of public works, which will likely use it to improve water quality in other ways. “We are wasting roughly 97 per cent of (the Àouride),” said Forrest. “Only one per cent or two per cent is actually drinking water or for brushing your teeth. The rest of it is watering our lawns, Àushing our

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Lake Cowichan resident, Laurie Johnson takes a swig of Åuoride water. toilets — it just doesn’t make sense.” Dr. Paul Hasselback’s pre-vote lobbying on the various bene¿ts Àuoridation can have did not sway the vote. Hasselback focused on dental hygiene as the primary reasons to keep it. “Fluoridation of a community’s drinking water is a proven and effective measure to prevent tooth decay for all children and adults in the community,” said Hasselback. Councillor Tim McGonigle was on the Àip-side of the argument and supported the movement to rid Lake Cowichan of Àuoride. “I’ve been adamant of this right from the start,” he said.

“Prior to Àuoride being implemented into the water system, Àuoride was a good product because there were no other options. Now there’s Àuoride in toothpaste and there’s Àuoride within your diet,” McGonigle added. Lake Cowichan resident Laurie Johnson was one of the 147 individuals that voted to keep the Àuoridation of water. “I can’t believe they let a cashier, a truck driver, a homemaker or a baker decide what is best for us. It should be professionals,” she said. “I understand it has to happen because it got voted in by referendum but I can’t believe we as normal people get to decide something that the medical profession should decide.” According to the Health Action Network Society there are now just six communities left in B.C. that continue to use Àuoridation, including Prince George, Fort St. John, Prince Rupert, Terrace, Sparwood and Cranbrook. It is still used by 40 per cent of Canada.

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Don’t be this year’s automatic Christmas Äre Prevention attention: A holiday blaze seems inevitable, don’t let it happen to you

e have no of¿cial statistics to back this up. But years of reporting on the community have led us to make an inescapable observation: it seems inevitable that along with the Christmas rush comes a rash of local house ¿res. Notwithstanding Wednesday’s Duncan blaze, which appears to have been deliberately set, the holiday season seems to bring about a fair amount of accidental blazes that arrive just when people would least want to deal with them. The reasons are varied, but it’s reasonThis is a seaable to assume it has much to do with the season. sonal tradiCold weather leads to fresh logs in tion to avoid unused ¿replaces and electric blankets and block heaters being pulled out of dusty closets and getting plugged in for the ¿rst time. Candles are lit, lights are strung, decorations hung and dried-out ¿r and pine trees are propped up in living room corners. Too-busy people are placing pans on stovetops and popping pots pots into ovens. All of sudden, the raw materials are there for combustion to take its course. Nobody wants to be dealing with a house ¿re under any circumstances. But a house ¿re at Christmastime is worse. And unless you take steps to protect yourself you could ¿nd the best time of the year turning into the worst. Get your chimney cleaned. Check your electrical cords for frayed connections. Take care with candles and with cooking. And most of all take a deep breath, avoid getting caught in the rush of the moment, and pay attention to what you are doing. This year we don’t want to be writing about you. Make sure your holiday is a safe one.

We say:

Seeing both sides of: eliminating Lake Cow Åuoride The case against

The case for The benefits of fluoride to dental health are well-established. But the benefits can be supplied through other means, such as toothpaste. Pouring $11,000 a year into a project that results in a huge portion of the flouride being wasted on lawns and toilets is silly. Besides, who knows what kind of side effects the chemical may cause?

Fluoride is available in toothpaste.

Life becomes scary without email access Patrick Hrushowy

News Leader Pictorial

that access.

ccess to the internet has changed my business and personal life in so many ways that I can’t even begin to count them — except when I suddenly lose all or part of

This week I lost use of email for a little more than 48 hours when a “How in heck technical glitch occurred in my account after I was I going to accepted an offer from function?” Shaw to upgrade to its Webmail 2.0 email portal. I don’t use Shaw’s webmail portal often — I’d rather use Microsoft’s Outlook. But, I’m a sucker for anything new on the internet, especially if it’s free, and I

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eagerly agreed to try Shaw’s offering just to see what it was all about. By early Monday morning the transition of my account to Webmail 2.0 was complete. When I opened the new web portal I was puzzled to ¿nd I had no recent e-mails — just a collection from the middle of October. When I tried accessing my emails through Outlook I found I was blocked from the Shaw email server. I did manage to send one email that morning before the system denied me access. What followed was a little more than two days of Shaw technicians and management working feverishly to sort out the problem — and me confronting how dependent I was on my email service. My contact with Shaw began with an eager young technical support fellow who struggled unsuccessfully for more than an hour to set things straight before he threw in the towel and kicked my problem upstairs to more senior technicians.

Fluoride has been building good teeth in Lake Cowichan for generations with no demonstrable side effects. The chemical is recognized worldwide as being beneﬁcial to community health and its cost is a drop in the city budget bucket. Why mess with something that works? Why let unfounded fear-mongering open the community up to risk?

AN EXPERIMENT OF ONE

How long was that going to take, I asked. Something between 24 and 48 hours, he said. “Forty-eight hours!” I screamed silently to myself. How in heck was I going to function? What about contact with my family? How was I going to tell my clients I was cut off from them? Never one to leave things to their own devices, I called Shaw’s head of¿ce in Calgary to make sure due effort would be applied to resolving my email problem. I’m happy to report I was in almost continuous contact with Shaw staff during the following two days, being kept up-to-date on progress as they worked on what turned out to be a puzzling problem for them. Of the thousands of Shaw customers who accepted the offer to go to Webmail 2.0, about 50 of us encountered some kind of problem. As comforting as that attention was, I continually faced email withdrawal symptoms. How was I going to ful¿ll a commitment to get

a ¿rst draft of written materials to a client? I did discover that for a little while I could send emails via the malfunctioning portal but that closed off. As I drove to Nanaimo to catch a Àoat plane to Vancouver I kept wondering if the client I was meeting was trying to email me on my smart phone. But, as the saying goes, all’s well that ends well. And, that it did. I got a call mid-morning Wednesday telling me to go try my email because it had been ¿xed. Mark one up for Shaw for the way it responded but I’m also much more aware of how the internet has become integrated into my life. Patrick Hrushowy writes every Friday in the News Leader Pictorial. Email him at phrushowy@shaw.ca

Friday, December 9, 2011

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Is the bad economy affecting your Christmas spending? “Of course. I just moved here from Victoria and I’ve been looking for work ever since, but I’ve found nothing yet.”

“Absolutely. There’s too many bills.”

Simon Pettifer, Duncan

Bob Gamble, North Cowichan

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CAs want a single business licence for the entire province

Results conÄrm what Duncan’s race was really about

Dear editor Paul Fletcher’s ungracious, sour-grapes comments after losing the mayoralty race really served to con¿rm Duncan voters made the right choice on Nov. 19. Mr. Fletcher was quoted as saying “it’ll be same-old, same-old now,” and “it’s not about the quality of the job you’re doing, but who you know.” What an insult not only to his opponent, Phil Kent, but also to every other candidate who was successful that night. I felt that you were taking a little too much journalistic license when you characterized the race as being a choice between the “visionary” and the “caretaker,” applied to Fletcher and Kent respectively, I think the Duncan voters’ choice was for either the “negative,” or the “positive.” I have never seen any indication of Mr. Fletcher putting forward a new idea about Duncan, let alone anything visionary. Every time he has something to say in the local newspapers, he is attacking and criticizing others. Although I am not a Duncan voter, I love our little town, and I am so grateful that those who did turn out saw the truth. Keith A. Williams

In my opinion: Multiple authorities hurt the economy

he Chartered Accountants of B.C. recently made recommendations to the provincial government that focused on reducing the regulatory burden on business and modernizing B.C.’s tax system. If implemented, these initiatives will help businesses manage costs and stay competitive, two things that are vitally important at this economically unstable time. Creating a regulatory system that is clear and predictable helps businesses better manage capital and stimulates economic growth. It attracts new industries and institutions, skilled workers, and increased investment. Inconsistencies in our province’s regulaDuncan tory framework undermine economic growth. To that end, we recommended establishing a proLook inside the system and you’ll Peter W. Rusland vincial single business licence Duncan Mayor Phil Kent remains seated as his new council is sworn in Monday. One of today’s writers says Kent program. Given the municipal see our transit makes sense won last month’s election because he had a positive perspective, while his opponent did not. Dear editor density that exists in regions Perception of Cowichan’s transit system across B.C, cutting red tape for of it as a waste of resources. You could send a commener must a) never travel outside his/ can be deceiving, and I would like to explain bus back to Lake Cowichan right away, well her immediate surroundings; b) have unlimited business licences makes sense. why. Buses in Cowichan are not assigned to B.C. Chartered Accountants ridership at this stage of the developing Cowfunds for gasoline; c) never travel abroad; d) be just one route. Ask one of the drivers what his support regional collaboraichan transit system doesn’t warrant that. entirely insensitive to other humans’ needs or Woody Hayes: route is and he will tell you Chemainus, Lake In the above scenario we will be paying the lifestyle choices; e) using irony for effect, and I tion for administration and cut red tape Cowichan., “down south” (Shawnigan Lake services. Our communities “bill” on two buses, two drivers, two insurance missed the joke. area). The bus you see in Maple Bay may just share economic issues that policies and fuel etc. doing something transit S. Cummins have ¿nished its Chemainus/Crofton route require not only effective and informed leadership, was accomplishing with one bus before. Our Cowichan where it can be standing room only at times! but increased inter-regional partnerships. transit system is not big enough yet to assign But, while this big bus is waiting for its next As Vancouver Island transitions from a mainly one bus to one route, that is why you will see a Can we now pay attention to the scheduled high-volume run, it’s ¿lling in time resource-based extraction economy, to more of an larger bus doing the Maple Bay run. Transit is by going to Maple Bay. That is ef¿cient use of information- and service-based regional economy, maximizing the use of this vehicle. Take a day, south end’s other recycling issue? resources — buses, drivers and all that goes focusing on collective community will help ease this ride all the routes. See what transit really does, Dear editor with operating a bus. A 35-foot bus can do any then make a judgement. Wouldn’t that be fair? switch. Resource sharing will also increase access The CVRD’s post-ECO Depot referendum run in the Cowichan Valley, whereas a small to our region’s investment community and attract Harry Veuger news release states that in part, “In the New bus can only do about 25 per cent of the routes Duncan skilled workers. Year the new CVRD Board will need to disin the valley. Taking work away from buses A Single Business Licence Program for the cuss how it may wish to proceed with recycling that can, by adding more buses that can’t, is province would work off of these guiding principles, services in South Cowichan.” Transit hardly sole province of the ¿scally irresponsible. do more to streamline and simplify B.C.’s regulatory We ask the new board, and in particular If you had the smaller bus do continual loops physically and Änancially challenged Bruce Fraser and Mike Walker newly elected framework and increase the vibrancy of the Island’s to Maple Bay all day, you will see a small bus area directors, to consider carefully the history business community. 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by Ann Andersen

Art Bellis, Sylvia Dixon and Ken Ridenour represented Cowichan Senior Secondary at a one-day counsellors’ conference at Malaspina College in Nanaimo where they were given the latest information on changes in admission procedures and programs.

In a Duncan Duplicate Bridge Club session, triple tie winning teams included Iris Denny, Jay Powley, George and Kay Horwood, Buddy Peck, Cec Peet, Cliff Anslow, Jane Fall, Jo Hutchinson and Corrie Van Viegen.

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1976: windstorms

In a freak 100 mph gale that whipped through the area south of Cowichan Station, a 26 ft. x 40 ft. machine shop being built by Ben Hawkins on his Hill bank Road property was lifted from its concrete foundation and ﬂung 20 feet.

Community Centre cut to meet budget Dateline 1976: 1976: Facility overruns of $1 million Ann Andersen

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rowsing old newspapers never fails to elicit a few forgotten memories. Take the panic mode that beset the Cowichan Valley Regional District board in December 1976 as it struggled to trim costs for the Cowichan community centre on James Street that would be completed within the next three years. The previous year’s referendum had approved $6.3 million in capital costs. Projected costs on the original plan were now $7.3 million. Then provincial secretary of state Grace McCarthy had expressed great concern about the project cost difference, warned regional district chairman Pat Clements. Consequently he and architect Vladimir Plavsic recommended cuts that left North Cowichan director Margaret Robertson concerned the proposed reductions would affect the function of the building. In the end, items sliced by the CVRD included a day care facility, theatre equipment worth $300,000, paved parking for 269 cars and a kitchen, storage area and classrooms on the east side of the multi-purpose hall. Also on the chopping block were the orchestra pit lift, $20,000 worth of landscaping and half the arena seating. And just think, without those cuts, the main staircase would have been round, not square. Tenders on the building would be awarded the following spring, Clements said.

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The unveiling and rededication of the cairn to commemorate pioneer lumbermen and the site of the ﬁrst public building in the Cowichan district was celebrated in 1977. —We want your historical photos of Cowichan people and places. Email a high resolution jpeg along with your phone number and a brief explanation to editor@cowichannewsleader.com. Or drop by during regular ofﬁce hours and we’ll scan it in. More heritage photos are available for viewing online at www. cowichanvalleymuseum.bc.ca.

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o matter how glum sevenyear-old Alex Meikle could be, Cowichan’s Christmas Express always cracks a smile across his face. The former Cowichanian and his family have been attending the B.C. Forest Discovery Centre’s holiday train event since Alex was three. Although the troupe recently moved to Langford, they still plan to take the drive to Duncan this weekend, mom Tina Meikle said. “Alex still gets just as excited to be going to the train,” Meikle said. “This morning we had to go and drop off daddy at the airport. Alex was extremely upset about daddy leaving again so I told him I had a surprise in store for us this weekend.” Meikle’s husband is in the Navy and has been working overseas since the end of September and will be away until the end of February. He recently Àew home for a quick, four-day visit. “Alex paused being upset long enough for me to tell him that the train started this weekend and

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Seven-year-old Alex Meikle and his mom Tina and aunt Tracey (left) from Calgary at the Christmas Express event in 2009. I thought we should go,” Meikle said. “The biggest smile broke out on his face and through the tears he said, ‘I think so too.’” Alex’s ¿rst trip to the festive family event was in 2007 thanks to advice from Meikle’s dad and stepmother it was the happening holiday event. “They had a season pass so when Christmas rolled around they told us about the event and unfortunately that year my dad was very sick so they could not attend with us,” Meikle said. “After that it was a must-do for the holiday season.” Alex was hooked. “He was in awe of the lights and displays and that

Sampson could be decorated too for Christmas.” Meikle gives huge kudos to staff at FDC, as the experience has gotten “better and better” every year. “The staff really put a lot of thought and effort into all events there and Christmas is no different,” she said. The clan, which includes Alex’s grandmother Gail, say their favourite part is the Christmas cruise in the 1910 steam locomotive through the festively lit and decorated grounds of the discovery centre. Alex shared his excitement with his sister, twoyear-old Samantha, last Christmas. She loves the “choo choos” just as much as

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eter Baljet’s 21st-annual community gift that keeps giving happens next week. His busy GM dealership hosts its Antifreeze Warm-Clothing Drive Dec. 14 to 16 when Cowichanians are urged to donate clean coats, boots, gloves, hats, blankets, sleeping bags and more to the valley’s homeless and needy. “After 21 years of doing our Antifreeze drive, I don’t have much more to say about the growing need,” a benevolent Baljet said of Antifreeze that iced some 4,000 pieces last year. Donors are handed a gift certi¿cate for service at his dealership. Warm goods are distributed through the local Salvation Army, a seasonal event at Cowichan Tribes Si’em Lelum Gym, Duncan food bank’s Noel dinner at Christian Reformed Church, Chemainus’ Harvest House, and Duncan’s Warmland House shelter, said Antifreeze volunteer Charles Lukas. “We really try and limit the number of items people take,” Lukas noted. Baljet realized the need for warm stuff while driving to work one day, and seeing two vagrants freezing in the cold. His campaign took off, with Baljet and his staff happily running Antifreeze annually. “The need’s there, unfortunately, and it’s probably more than ever,” he lamented of Cowichan’s unknown number of needy.

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Angela Ketch and Erika Webb sort for last year’s Antifreeze warm clothing drive. Still, Baljet said there’s a self satisfaction from knowing you’ve helped someone. “We see people who are customers, and people who aren’t customers — this valley is great. “I do this drive as much for myself as others — it makes me feel good seeing people do something for those they don’t know,” he said, rejecting negative press. “This world’s full of good people.” Besides, it’s a chance for folks to clean their closets of chuck-it list items. “Antifreeze offers a vehicle to get stuff to people who really need it.” Donated items are sorted by his staff into types, and men’s, women’s and children’s sizes. “It’s human beings helping human beings — it’s what we need to do.” For more, call 250-746-7131.

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On Sale

599 Each

These offers valid December 10th, 11th & 12th, 2011 only.

Coke, Pepsi,

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2 $5 for

499 Per lb

As Chile’s fruit growing season is the opposite to ours here in British Columbia, our Produce Departments are proud to offer you the opportunity to enjoy the tasty fruits of our Chilean Cherry grower’s labour.

and a Special Thank You to

Taz Excavating and Jon Coleman for stepping up at the very last moment to

drive the hayride!

Friday, December 9, 2011

Cowichan News Leader Pictorial B3

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Friday, December 9, 2011

Your Furniture Girls Are Giving Away

11th Annual

free furniture one day only!

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Thursday, Dec. 1st to Monday, Dec. 12th, 2011 12 DAYS to qualify for free furniture!

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Let your Furniture Girls bring out the Designer in You!

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Friday, December 9, 2011

Cowichan News Leader Pictorial B5

Christmas Air is in the

by Linda Wilkinson

rightly decorated Christmas trees. Festive wreaths adorning the street lamps. Glowing trees wrapped in lights. Festive Christmas window displays. Everywhere you look, Christmas is in the air in downtown Duncan.

Whether you have a long list of people to shop for, or you just want a change of pace from the busy shopping malls, downtown Duncan has everything you need. With a variety of stores specializing in men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, shoes, toys, sweets and much more, you can ¿nd something for everyone on your list. And you’ll have no trouble getting into the festive mood when you see the creative and inviting window displays.

Fabrications, for example, has a dazzling window display called “Christmas Tweet” with birds, bulbs and crystals dangling in front of frosty trees. Owner Cynthia Rome has been decorating the store window with a different theme every holiday season for the past 27 years and is an expert in coordinating not just the window displays but the women’s clothing inside the shop. Shoppers from all over the Island and the mainland come to explore the handpicked clothing lines – including several from Europe – and get personalized service from Fabrications’ “retail therapists.” continued page B7

photos by Kurt Knock

Christmas Wonder and Magic

146 CRAIG ST., DUNCAN BC V9L 1V8 250-597-1415

Holiday Treasures & Gift Certiﬁcates Available

Stocking Stuffers

Unique Affordable Fashions

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• Christmas Gift Certiﬁcates • • De-Stress Packages • A New Community Yoga Studio Offering a Variety of Classes

HARMONY YOGA CENTER www.harmonyyogaduncan.com 250-597-1919 DOWNTOWN DUNCAN • 201-111 STATION STREET above Leaf & Petal

Open weeknights until 9 pm Sat. 10-5 Sun. 12-4

Where Spirits Soar!

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NO COVER- Come as you are Craig Street Brew Pub

25 Craig. St. 250-737-BEER(2337)

B6 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

Friday, December 9, 2011

HEART OF COWICHAN

Experience Downtown Duncan Celebrate

A CELTIC CHRISTMAS “YOUR FAVOURITE BRITISH AND IRISH TREATS AND GIFTWARE SHOP”

Wonderful Selection Of Chocolates

Coronation Street and so much more

THE CELTIC CONNECTION 43 Station St, Duncan

250-597-0091 Applied Somatics welcomes Bev Mitchell, BPE, CSEP Certiﬁed Fitness Consultant, Personal Trainer; Medical Exercise Specialist of Take a Healthy Step as a practitioner offering ﬁtness & exercise services in our Movement Room 303B-80 Station St, Duncan (Cowichan Merchants Building)

Give the Planet a Gift this Christmas!

MAKE EARTH FRIENDLY CHOICES FOR CHRISTMAS! Thank You for Choosing Organic!

Duncan Garage

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• Organic Whole Food Grocery • Organic Bakery • Organic Coffee Bar & All Vegetarian Cafe

• CPAFLA - Canadian Physical Activity, Fitness and Lifestyle Appraisal (a health risk/beneﬁt assessment for general population, paramedic applicants, and workplace wellness programs) • Senior Fitness Test – Relates to Function and Mobility • Fitness & Lifestyle Consulting/Personal Training • Medical Exercise (for people with post-rehab or stable medical conditions) • One-on-one, small group and in-home sessions • Introductory offer – mention this announcement and receive $25 off initial visit To book an appointment or for information 250-816-STEP or 250-748-6600

Empowermentt tto A Achieve hi Lif Lifestyle t l G Goals…one l step at a time www.TakeaHealthyStep.com

New from Leaf & Petal – Gift baskets in our distinctive affordable luxurious style – featuring hand picked artisan products from our Island and BC. Can be shipped anywhere in Canada – just in time for holiday giving! Shop online at www.leaf-petal.ca or come see us in downtownDuncan

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Friday, December 9, 2011

Cowichan News Leader Pictorial B7

Experience Downtown Duncan

HEART OF COWICHAN

from page B5 Two doors down, Khaya is home to eclectic and décor gifts. The shop window gives you an idea of what you will ¿nd inside – deco lamps, clocks of various shapes and sizes, and unique decorations for home or of¿ce – all tied together with a Christmas theme. If you are looking for something unusual for that hard-to-buyfor person on your list, check out Khaya’s interesting collection of gift ideas. Not far away is Cardino Shoes. The windows will draw you in with a wide variety of shoes and boots suitable for your special Christmas or New Years’ event. You’ll also notice this year’s mascot – a little black Portuguese water dog – as well as previous years’ mascots, dressed in custom-made out¿ts. Remember to look in all the windows to see if you can ¿nd the dog, which has been named appropriately according to the type of business. In addition this year, several of the shops in Downtown Duncan are selling the plush mascots for $10 with proceeds of sales going to the Duncan SPCA.

photos by Kurt Knock

Trendy Tots’ window display has children pressing their noses up against the glass to see the Polar Express train makes its way around the miniature village complete with ¿gurines skating on a rink. Inside, children and adults alike will be enthralled with the wide range of children’s clothing, footwear, toys and miscellaneous items. Children’s art by local artists provides a colourful backdrop to the many specialty items. If you’re feeling adventuresome, take a stroll down Lois Lane (yes, it’s really called that!) to the Dayley Planet. The window display, with a red and gold Christmas theme, has a sampling of the amusing and interesting novelty items you will ¿nd inside – a Marilyn Monroe pillow, mugs and wine glasses, a wide assortment of humorous cards. You’ll want lots of time to check out all the fun gift ideas. continued page B9

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B8 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

Friday, December 9, 2011

HEART OF COWICHAN

Experience Downtown Duncan

Give Your Family and Friends the Gift of Health and Relaxation

For all your

Gift Certiﬁcates are available at Chandler Family Massage Therapy in the Matraea Centre

Warm, Cozy, Comfy & Naughty Needs!

Holiday Greetings to All From Penny and Rachel Chandler!

Men and Women of All Ages! Old or young, athletic or puzzle master, busy parents, grandparents and toddlers, all are welcome.

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Friday, December 9, 2011

Cowichan News Leader Pictorial B9

Experience Downtown Duncan

HEART OF COWICHAN

NEW FACES, NEW PLACES:

photos by Kurt Knock

from page B7 Just a few blocks over, on Jubilee Street (called Candy Cane Lane for the holiday season) you’ll ¿nd another intriguing shop called Magnolia. The elegant window display gives an indication of gift ideas available inside: a basket brimming with stuffed animals, jewellery and candles attractively placed on a eye-catching red satinee tablecloth. It’s a perfect place to ¿nd your Silk Road teas and bath salts as well as baskets, clothes, purses, scarves and home décor items. One window you won’t want to miss is

the stunning display at the Station Street Gallery and Frame Shop. It has been uniquely designed to highlight the one-of-akind handcrafted earthen and ceramic bowls and vases as well as the hand-painted glasses you’ll ¿nd inside. With a silver and blue theme on the left side, a gold theme on the right side and a background of beautifully framed mirrors, this carefully arranged exhibit is awe-inspiring. And if your sweet-tooth is looking for something special, check out Sugar Connections in the Cowichan Merchant Building. The window display, which

literally is candy to the eye, will have you longing for a sample of their assorted sweets. Remember to ask about their custom baskets which can be as small as a Coke glass ¿lled with candies of your choice or as big as a theme-based box or basket. These are just a few of the many shops that await you in Duncan’s downtown core. You’ll be enchanted by the festive ambience, delighted with the Christmas window displays, and thrilled with the friendly, personalized service and free parking. Come and experience Christmas in the air – and the windows – in downtown Duncan.

Duncan’s FIRST Laser Centre

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Friday, December 9 to Thursday, December 15

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Name all 19 stores for your chance to win $50 Downtown Dollars! 1. CHIPOLTE on Canada Ave. ____________________________________ 2. MAX on Canada Ave. __________________________________________ 3. NITRO on Craig St.____________________________________________

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Dolce is the new amazing, European bakery featuring exquisite cakes, pastries and bread and the very best local specialty food items Vancouver Island has to offer. We celebrate Chef Fatima Da Silva’s new venture!

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9. MITCH on Craig St. ___________________________________________ 10. SNOOP DAWG on Station St. __________________________________ 11. HOT DOG on Station St. ______________________________________ 12. B4 on Station St. ____________________________________________ 13. LACEY LUCY on Jubilee St. ___________________________________ 14. BATTOUSAI on Kenneth St ____________________________________ 15. ZEN on Craig St _____________________________________________ 16. COPICUS on Craig St. ________________________________________ 17. ROVING on Craig St__________________________________________ 18. SANTA’S LITTLE HELPER on Craig St. __________________________ 19. LOLLIPOP on Station St. ______________________________________

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B10 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

Friday, December 9, 2011

HEART OF COWICHAN

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FARMERS MARKET Every Saturday 10 am til 2 pm In City Square

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Duncan Farmer’s Market goes inside, starts January 14th, 10-2 pm at the Island Savings Centre, James Street, next to the library

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WALL STREET Christmas Hours Monday - Friday until 9 pm Sundays 12-5 pm

FREE Customer Parking in all our City Car Parks Rain or Shine!

Visit the market this winter for all of your local handcrafted gifts, homemade baking, jams, jellies, produce, art, jewelry, pottery, Christmas baking, wreaths and much more.

SPECIAL CHRISTMAS EVE MARKET December 24th 10 am - 1 pm

with a very special visitor SANTA will be here to take your last minute letters. Moms and Dads don’t forget to bring your cameras. Hot chestnuts for all our customers

Friday, December 9, 2011

Cowichan News Leader Pictorial B11

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Nanaimo bluesman Gogo gone to Chemainus

e is billed as one of Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hardest working blues-rock guitarists. And David Gogo has a string of remarkable accomplishments to show for it. The Nanaimo bluesman has garnered three Juno Nominations, the Saturday Night Bluesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Great Canadian Blues Award for a lifetime contribution to the blues in Canada, WCMA Musician of the Year, and has twice been named Maple Blues Guitarist of the Year. And heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Chemainus Saturday. Over the years, Gogo has performed with blues and rock legends B.B. King, Bo Diddley, George Thorogood, ZZ Top, and numerous others â&#x20AC;&#x201D; most recently touring with Johnny Winter on Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s west coast. His cutthroat wit and virtuosic blues guitar playing come to the Dancing Bean CafĂŠ, 9752 Willow St., Chemainus, starting at 8 p.m.. Tickets are $20. Call 250-246-5050.

Art Napoleon ready to add Duncan to his list of musical conquests

eâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s armed with a cheap guitar, a moose hide drum and a pocket full of harmonicas. And with that unassuming arsenal, Art Napoleon has forged a career based on genuinely connecting with audiences of all ages. Napoleonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s songs blend contemporary alt roots with tribal chants and tap into something ancient and powerful, as he combines forces with veteran local bassist Martyn Jones for a Duncan show Sunday. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Since none of Napoleonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shows are ever the same, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be surprised Art Napoleon: troubadour to hear some new songs, a couple of covers, Christmas songs in Cree; maybe even a spoof or two,â&#x20AC;? the publicity reads. city material reads The Peace River troubadour arrives at 8 p.m., Dec. 11 to the Duncan Garage Showroom, 330 Duncan Street. Tickets are $15 advance, $20 at the door. Call 250-7487246.

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Large crowds left Pageant laughing Dorian Geiger

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he Kaatza Lakeside Players holiday production, The Best Pageant Ever, enjoyed a successful week under the lights Nov. 23 to 27 at Centennial Hall. The roughly 30-member cast skillfully sang, danced and pranced around stage, reminding Lake Cowichan of the thrill only live theatre can produce. With the cast ranging in age from ¿ve to 45, the diversity of age made for an interesting on-stage chemistry that produced a myriad of laughs from the audience. The Best Pageant Ever’s director, local theatre enthusiast Dena McPhee, commended the audience, as well as her cast and crew, for excelling throughout the week and the play’s grueling performance schedule. “The turnouts have been great and really supportive. The kids love it and guarantee an audience. There were so many family members there,” said McPhee. McPhee was pleased to wrap the hectic week of performances up but was sad it came to end so quickly. She said working with children is a passion of hers but sometimes it can be dif¿cult to maintain control over

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Impressionist’s impressions colour Falling Into Winter show in Glenora Peter W. Rusland

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ne of Cowichan’s largest one-person art shows happens Saturday in Glenora. Duncan’s Soleil Mannion is exhibiting more than 100 oil works at organic Alderlea Farm during a timely show called Falling Into Winter. The sweeping display, by the painter who also loves to dance, will be backed by the Latin Groove band. But before the music, Mannion will brieÀy describe her work (“Some whys and hows”) involving subjects spanning boats and nudes to abstracts, trees and sand dunes. “I’m probably an impressionist, really. “I’m often trying to catch when light refracts with movement, so what you’re seeing isn’t still and the light’s in movement.” Not surprisingly, Mannion’s a fan of Cezanne, “especially his later stuff with a palette knife.” “I’m inspired by the technical side and how he moves paint around.” Mannion also marvelled at uniquely detailed portraits painted by Lucian Freud. Mannion’s distinctive style will also be seen in her pieces based on vineyards, and a new series of poppies. “Poppies are a never-ending subject for me,” she said of her copious

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Soleil Mannion’s oils highlight the Falling Into Winter display this weekend at Alderlea Farm. canvases representing some three years work since graduating from Malaspina College in 2009. “I had two shows in England and sold some there, and I still show at Sooke Harbour House.” Her family home was art-inspired. “My mother, Linda, is an art therapist; one of my sisters, Genevieve, is a photographer; another sister, Freja, is a jeweler, a sculptor, and professional belly dancer,” said Netherlands native Mannion, 39. Her pieces often reÀect sketches onto canvas, or images from photos.

“Some images are taken from my imagination too,” said the former British drama teacher and Brentwood College art teacher. Prices of Mannion’s work range from under $100 to around $1,300. Your ticket: What: Falling Into Winter art show and sale When: Dec. 10, 8 p.m. Where: Alderlea Farm and Cafe, 3390 Glenora Rd. Tickets: free. Call 250-597-3029 for information

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Top storyteller leads encore performance of Winter Harp On the Ball: Ethereal seasonal medieval music ensemble happy to be coming back to the Cowichan Theatre Ashley Degraaf

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atrick Ball has made a name for himself mesmerizing crowds all over the world with magical Celtic tunes chimed off his harp. The California-born musician and storyteller will be checking in with Cowichanians this Sunday as narrator and performer in the popular Christmas act Winter Harp. “He’s one of the world’s top storytellers and he’s going to be our narrator,” a pumped Winter Harp director and founder Lori Pappajohn said Monday. “People are already saying he’s astonishing and he’s the top of his game.” The 18th season of Winter Harp sweeps through Duncan for the second time at the Cowichan Theatre Dec. 11. Every year, the Vancouver-based ensemble

puts on a different set with new costumes, instruments, backgrounds and tunes, Pappajohn promised, noting a great response from Cowichan last holiday season lured them back to the Warm Land. “And we loved the Cowichan Theatre. There’s just something fabulous about it,” she said. Ball will take care of the between-acts-banter, as well as delight folks with the sounds of a wire-strung Irish harp. “It’s different and you very rarely hear these harps and they’re very magical sounds,” Pappajohn said. Ball came on board after she and Pappajohn crossed paths this summer at the World Harp Congress in Vancouver. “We asked him to come up and perform because he’s so amazing and I said to him, ‘Would you like to tour with Winter Harp this year?’ and our schedules pretty well meshed and there it happened,” she explained.

stage because they want to touch it to tell their brain it’s Àat and not 3D. “In fact, we had one woman in Winnipeg say, ‘When do you start taking down the pillars?’” Winter Harp’s seven members will perform Christmas carols on classical harp and Celtic harps, Àute and rare medieval instruments. Percussion, poetry and singing are meshed to create magical, multi-dimensional sounds. Pappajohn only discloses a couple pieces on this year’s set, including Christ’s Child Lullaby, an Irish song Christmas Comes but Once a Year and a “¿ery” Spanish piece called The BullAndrew Leong/¿le ¿ghter’s Daughter. “It’s one of the most unique Christmas shows Winter Harp made its Cowichan debut before an appreciayou’ll see. And it’s a show, not a concert, betive audience just prior to Christmas last year. cause you’ve got the visuals too. “So many people tell us that when they’ve This year’s show includes a number of been to Winter Harp, that’s when Christmas magical, medieval costumes, which Pappajohn begins.” designs and has helpers sew, as well as rare instruments going back 4,000 years, and two Your ticket enchanting, ethereal backdrops. What: Winter Harp “One is a winter forest and the other is a When: Sunday, Dec. 11, 2 p.m. cathedral,” Pappajohn explained. “The cathedral Where: Cowichan Theatre one is so real that afterwards people come up on Tickets: $35 250-748-7529

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f you like choral music — Christmas coral music — you are not likely to ever get a better seat than this. The Civic Orchestra of Victoria is pushing its production of the Sing-Along Messiah over the Malahat Sunday. And as part of the show’s audience participation mandate, the audience Matthew Leighton: will be treble seated with the choir. “Rather than standing at the front, the choristers will sit in the church benches and sing along with the audience,” Victoria Philharmonic Choir publicist Sherry Lepage said in a press release. Guest conductor Peter Butter¿eld will lead the orchestra and the 50-voice Victoria Philharmonic. Vancouver 13-year-old Matthew Leighton will be the featured treble soloist in an ensemble that also will spotlight the talents of alto Erin Ronningen, bass Alex Granat, and tenor Josh Lovell. Bring a score if you have one, though some scores are available to borrow. Nonsingers are also welcome to just come and listen. Your ticket What: The Civic Orchestra of Victoria’s Sing-Along Messiah Where: Shawnigan Lake School Chapel, 1975 Renfrew Road, Shawnigan Lake When: Sunday, Dec. 11, 3 p.m. Tickets: $20, free for children 12 & under., at Valley Vines to Wines (Mill Bay), Island Pharmacy (Shawnigan), Bucknucks Books (Cobble Hill) and Volume One Books (Duncan) and at the door.

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Friday Mark Crissinger & Jerome Godboo: Crissinger’s guitar and his promise that you’ve never seen a guy play harmonica like Godboo before, 6:30 p.m. at Noodle of the World, Station Street, Duncan. No cover. Call 250-597-0313.

Points Arts Gallery’s one-year anniversary show: featuring Paul Fletcher with his photographs, Daniela Petosa’s ceramic wall pieces and abstract Chemainus painter Michael Flisak. Formal reception from noon to 5 p.m., 225 Canada Avenue in Duncan, open most Fridays and Saturdays, by chance, or by appointment atpointsartgallery@gmail.com and 250-701-2771.

Bells ring out for Christmas Chiming in: Cowichan Camerata teams with pair of bell ensembles to stage ﬁrst Christmas concert of its type in Cowichan Peter W. Rusland

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eavenly metal helps forge another valley music ¿rst Saturday in Duncan. That’s when joyous sounds of the Glenora Bell Choir and the Jubilate Chimes debut with the Cowichan Camerata Strings for yuletide tunes in the Christian Reformed Church. Christmas Chimes In Cowichan will be led by Camerata conductor Garth Williams and his 30 string players. They’re teaming with Annette Lampson’s bell troupe from Glenora Farm, and Eileen Curtis’ chimes company from St. Peter’s Quamichan Anglican Church. The audience will hear Jesu Joy of Man’s Desiring, Silent Night, Jubilate Deo, and Angels We Have Heard On High. The orchestra will also offer the Corelli’s Christmas Concerto Grosso, with soloists Garth Williams,

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Woody Reimer, and Richard Cunningham. Violinist David Cunningham will be spotlighted on The Messiah’s O Thou That Tellest Good Tidings. Traditional audience Christmas carols, plus orchestral carols such as Still, Still, Still, and In Dulci Jubilo, complete the program that has cellist Cunningham stoked. “It’s really cool; we’ve never played with bells or chimes before. “The hardest part is playing quietly.” Williams wants his strings to play softly so as not to drown the delicate bells and chimes. But subdued sound is the reverse of what conductors usually want from musicians, Williams explained. “I want them to reduce their bows to limit the amount of sound they create — that’s a challenge for any conductor.” Still, he’s up to the task thanks to rehearsals with all involved. “I know in advance what the tempi will be, then it’s a question of staying in touch with both of the other

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To Lampson, it’s about keeping her 20 bell ringers — including challenged folks led by co-workers — focussed. “We have to keep time with the orchestra, and focus the whole way through,” said Lampson who points to each player when they must ring their bell next. “Our players have to know when to play, and not be distracted. “It’s very exhilarating to be part of the orchestral sound.” Co-worker Aimee Keil agreed. “This is lively music, and it gives us a chance to connect with the community.” The Warm Land’s musical community now boasts St. Peter’s hand-chime troupe formed about 18 months ago. Curtis was proud of progress made by her 11 chimers. “They’ve learned to play eighth notes,” she said. “The idea of orchestra and chimes gives a whole different ethral to the music.” Williams was amped about the results expected Saturday. “It’s hard keeping all the bell players together with the string players, but we’ve done really well. “It’s a big undertaking but the bells carry so beautifully.”

Peter W. Rusland Your ticket Conductor Garth Williams of the Cowichan Camerata Strings What: Christmas Chimes In rehearses for Saturday’s Christmas Chimes In Cowichan con- Cowichan When: Dec. 10, 7:30 p.m. cert at the Christian Reformed Church. Where: Christian Reformed conductors — I follow their hands then the orchestra Church, Tzouhalem Road, Duncan follows me.” Tickets: $10, children $5, Lampson and Curtis seemed ready for the orchesfamily $25. Call 250-748-8314. tra-bell-chime chain reaction.

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A Celtic Christmas: help Judy Hogg’s Celtic Rhythm Dancers as they prepare for their performances at the 2012 Olympic Games in London, England, 7:30 p.m., Cowichan Theatre. Tickets $12 to $14. Call 250-748-7529 or go to www.cowichantheatre.bc.ca.

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Annual Boot Drive: Cowichan ﬁreﬁghters hit valley shopping centres to raise money for the campaign against muscular dystrophy. Look for them Dec. 9 and 10 at Cowichan Commons, Duncan Mall, Superstore, Shoppers Drug Mart, Beverly Corners and Valley View Centre.

Literacy Night: For children of all ages. Crafts, music and literacy activities, visit with Santa. Music at 5:30 and 6 p.m. from the Khowhemun and Koksilah School Choir, 6:30 p.m. by the Cobble Hill Recorders, 7 p.m. by the Cowichan Sec. Band at Duncan Mall. Call 250-748-3936 ext 200 for more.

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Shrek the Halls: The Best Western Festival In in Chemainus is showing the show free with hot chocolate and cookies for kids, 1 p.m. 250-246-4181. Folk Guild Christmas Potluck Dinner and Songcircle: all CFG members with a current membership are welcome. It’s free. The CFG supplies the turkey. Bring your musical instruments and a food item to share with others, along with your own plates and cutlery, 7 p.m. at Duncan United Church. Fundraiser for Shea Smith: lost his belongings in a house ﬁre, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. outside Real Canadian Superstore. Includes bake/ craft sale, ﬂea market and garage sale. Call 250-715-7879 for information.

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Santa and elf Alison Vanderbasch were among those celebrating the season during the well-attended Dec. 3 Chemainus Christmas Walking Tour. Reading Tails: Children aged 6 to 10 can register for a free 20 minute reading session with a furry friend from the St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program, Saturdays, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. starting Dec. 3 at the Vancouver Island Regional Library, Cowichan Branch. Call 250-746-7661 ext. 5 for more.

Sunday Twas in the Moon of Wintertime: Always a favourite, Sheila Johnson’s Concenti Singers will usher in the Christmas season with a delightful selection of carols, old and new, 2 p.m., St. Michael & All Angels Anglican Church, Chemainus. Tickets $20 at the door or $15 in advance at: Toad Hall (Chemainus), Ten Old Books (Duncan), Ocean Soul Book Caffé (Crofton), Salamander Books (Ladysmith), Valley Vines to Wines (Mill Bay) and Chemainus Festival Inn.

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Visions Artists Show: Eleven artists from the Cowichan Valley showcase their work—from weaving, jewellery, printmaking and painting to textiles, woodturning and silk painting. Viewing at Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. until January at Portals: The CVAC Centre of Arts, Culture & Heritage 2687 James St. More info at www.cowichanvalleyartscouncil.ca. Wes Borg’s Comedy Night Auditions: So you think you can be funny, not just at stand up, but at song writing, poetry, a skit, or even video? Grab ﬁve minutes of that potential 15 minutes of your fame and let the audience encourage you to continue. Hosted by Victoria’s wicked Wes Borg who also brings a van full of out of town acts, 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 330 Duncan Street. Tickets are $12 advance, $15 door. Call 250-748-7246. Land: the Cowichan library hosts a feature documentary about gringo resort developers and the Nicaraguan revolutionaries who don’t want them, 6 p.m., Islands Savings Centre library. Call 250-746-7661 ext 5.

Tuesday Cowichan Valley Camera Club: meets the second Tuesday and fourth Thursday monthly, 7 p.m. Clements Centre, Duncan. New members welcome Kerry Park Skate Club: Winter/Spring Registration 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., Family skate with Santa 5 to 6 p.m. Christmas “Pop Concert” skating performance: 6 to 7:15 p.m. If you need anymore information please email ﬁvefeet@shaw.ca or call 250-888-5952

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DEATHS

DEATHS DERDALL Dennis 1944-2011

Dennis suddenly left us on November 26, 2011 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Dennis was predeceased by his wife Eva Derdall. He was loved and will be greatly missed by his sons Chris Derdall (Krista) of Duncan and Michael Clark (Teddi) of Victoria. Brothers Ted and Tommy, sisters Muriel, Dorothy, Randi, his grandchildren Bailey, Cameron, Austin, Tiffany, Calvin, Paige and many others who knew and loved him. Dennis had a long career with the military and worked over 28 years at the Dominion Astrophysical Observatory in Victoria. Dennis was also a member of the Shawnigan Lake Legion where he spent a lot of his time playing pool and darts. At Dennisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; request there will be no service. Online condolences may be offered at www.hwwallacecbc.com

H.W. Wallace 251 Jubilee St. 250-701-0001

EVANS, Margaret 1922-2011 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Margaret Evans on Dec. 3, 2011 at Sunridge Place, Duncan. She is ďŹ nally at peace. Born in Duncan to Tom and Mary Ellen Woods on September 13, 1921. Margaret lived her entire life in the Cowichan Valley. Predeceased by her husband Watson in 2000 and infant son Harry in 1957. Survived by her children, Sheila (Auke) Elzinga, Doreen (Don) Kirkpatrick, and Tom Evans (Diana). Her grandchildren Theresa (Mike) Keel, Susan (Tom) Schaad, Kevin (Lindsay) Elzinga, John Kirkpatrick, Meghan Kirkpatrick (Andrew), her great-grandchildren Theron Keel, Neila and Tyra Schaad, Haylee Elzinga and Alicia Sloan. Margaret made each member of her family feel special with her love and kindness. She enjoyed special times with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters Betty Mellor, Dorothy Gorle and many nieces and nephews. Margaret and Watson enjoyed many years of travelling in their truck and camper throughout B.C. and Alberta. Some of their favourite trips were to the Khutzeymateen Grizzley Bear Sanctuary, the Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit and Desolation Sound. She was a great lover of nature and supported many causes including the Sierra Club, Western Canada Wilderness Committee, Vancouver Island Marmot Recovery Centre, the Cowichan Valley Naturalists, and S.P.C.A. Her favorite times were outdoors with her family. The family would like to thank Dr. Roy Gilbert and the wonderful staff at Sunridge Place (Dogwood House) for the care Margaret received. A special heartfelt thank you to caregivers Brenda and Sabine for your love and compassion over these past difďŹ cult months. A memorial tea will be held on Dec. 18, 2011, 1:30pm-3:30pm at Glenora Hall, 3660 Glenora Rd, Duncan, B.C. Flowers gratefully declined. Those wishing can donate to the local S.P.C.A. in Margaretâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory.

Forever in Our Hearts.

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

IN MEMORIAM

In Loving Memory of George A. Fitz-George Passed away Dec. 9th, 1985

Always remembered Your loving wife Maureen and Family

In loving memory

DEATHS

EASTON, Evelyn May (nee Wright) May 5th, 1933 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Dec. 2nd 2011 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our Mother, Evelyn Easton, on the 2nd of December as a result of a cerebral haemorrhage suffered on November 25th. Ev is survived by a loving family, son Douglas (Joan), daughter Shelley Mayo (Davinder) and 3 cherished granddaughters Elizabeth Mayo, Elspeth Easton and Brittany Mayo. Ev is also survived by sisters Doreen Key (Stewart) and Mary Patrick and their families and she will be missed by her many friends. Ev was born on May 5th 1933 in Shawnigan Lake, she moved with her parents at an early age to Youbou where she lived until she was married. Ev moved to Duncan in the late 1950â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and remained the rest of her life. Ev worked as a medical stenographer for almost 40 years, over 30 of them at J.U. Colman and Associates. In 1992 Ev survived a life changing accident being run over in a crosswalk on her way to work. After close to a 9 month recover and with a lot of determination Ev went back to work and stayed until she turned 65. Ev was active in the Eastern Star (Sunset Chapter #44), Scottish Country Dancing, the Heart and Stroke walking club, Lawn and Carpet Bowling and the Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Society. While Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s slowed down Ev in recent years she was determined to remain as active as possible and continued many of her activities until her untimely death. In keeping with Evâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wishes a memorial service will be held at 1pm December 17th at the Duncan United Church, 246 Ingram St., Duncan BC. Flowers are gratefully declined by the family in favour of Evâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two charities, The BC Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Society or the BC Heart and Stroke Society.

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McGALE, Audet passed away peacefully at home while holding her husbandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hand, on Sunday December 4, 2011 in Cobble Hill, B.C. Audet is survived by her beloved husband Al, her two children, Karen and Allan, her grandson Alex, and her siblings, Wilfred and Beatrice. Her bright smile and ringing laughter will be remembered by her mother in law, Rose, her brothers and sisters in law, nieces and nephews, extended family members, and countless dear friends at home and abroad. Audet was born in North Bay, Ontario on May 6, 1951 to Wilfred (Chic) and Cecile Berard. She attended WiddiďŹ eld Secondary School where she met the love of her life, Allan McGale. They married in North Bay on May 22, 1971 and celebrated their 40th anniversary this year. Audet enjoyed volunteering her time to social and charitable organizations, attending a variety of live concerts, plays and musicals, and travelling the world with her husband by her side. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family and friends. A Celebration Service will be held on Monday, December 12, 2011 at 1.30 pm at the Arbutus Ridge Centre in Cobble Hill, BC. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, donations can be made as a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gift in Memoryâ&#x20AC;? to the BC Cancer Foundation.

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHILDREN

PERSONALS

IN MEMORIAM

CARDS OF THANKS

CHRISTMAS CORNER

CHILDCARE AVAILABLE Babysitter available for 1-2 children, ages 2 and up. Gibbins Rd area is preferred. I have taken the babysitting course through Island Savings Centre and have had 3 years experience babysitting. I am 15 years old and am very responsible from a Christian upbringing. Please call my parents and myself for an introductory interview. Chelsea 250-748-5060

Recognize Habits and Patterns that hold you back • Stop Smoking • Addictions • Fears & Phobia • Weight Loss • Self Esteem/Conﬁdence Assisting People in the Valley for 19 years

THANK YOU

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To the lovely couple who on Dec. 6th so generously took the time out to help me when I locked not only my keys but my child in my vehicle in the Country Grocer parking lot. The world would be a better place if there were more people like you two!

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MOTHER’S MORNING OUT CRAFT/HOME BUSINESS FAIR Come out & support our local Moms & do a little Christmas Shopping! Saturday Dec 10th 9am-2pm. Duncan United Church 246 Ingram Street

CRAFT FAIRS

Damali Lavender Farm & Winery A truly unique Christmas shopping experience! Choose from bath & body products, gift baskets, culinary products and wine. Something special for everyone on your list. Open Fri - Sun until Dec 18. 3500 Telegraph Rd, Cobble Hill 250 743-4100 www.damali.ca

CHRISTMAS CORNER

GLENORA FARM COMMUNITY On December 18th from 11 am until 4 pm, Glenora Farm Community opens its door to the public by hosting their 14th Annual Christmas Fair. Live music including award winning Hand bells Ensemble. Home cooking & baking, arts & crafts sale, auctions & rafﬂes, children activities are scheduled. Join the fun & festivities at 4766 Waters Road, Duncan. For more info call Pierre 250-715-1664

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CHILDCARE AVAILABLE PRECIOUS CARGO Fully licenced before & after school care, plus Christmas break avail. Call Lisa (250)743-7547.

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CONGRATULATES

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES FAST GROWING Nanaimo BC Import Dealership is seeking an outgoing, team player for full-time Service Sales Consultant. Pay structure based on experience. ADP computer knowledge helpful, not required. We are part of a very successful BC based auto group that prides itself on customer service. Send resume c/o Nanaimo News Bulletin, 777 Poplar St., Nanaimo, BC V9S2H1, File #335

DRIVERS WANTED: Terriﬁc career opportunity outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects. No Experience Needed!! Extensive paid travel, meal allowance, 4 wks. vacation & beneﬁts pkg. Skills Needed - Ability to travel 3 months at a time Valid License w/ air brake endorsement. High School Diploma or GED. Apply at www.sperryrail.com under careers, keyword Driver. DO NOT FILL IN CITY OR STATE

BRIDGEWAY The Drive of Excellence Bridgeway Transport Ltd., a carrier of bulk liquid petroleum products based in Cassidy, requires Permanent Class 1 Drivers. We offer: • Competitive Hourly pay • Great beneﬁts package • Excellent equipment • On the job training leading to certiﬁcation in the transportation and handling of petroleum products • Year round steady employment We require Drivers with: • an excellent safety record • 3 years exp. Class 1 with Air E mail your resume and current drivers abstract to: HR@bridgewaytransport.com

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS Become a Psychiatric Nurse - train locally via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements and some regional classroom delivery. Wages start at $30.79/hr to $40.42/hr. This 23 month program is recognized by the CRPNBC. Gov’t funding may be available. Toll-free 1-87-STENBERG www.stenbergcollege.com FOODSAFE AT Island Savings Centre, Dec. 10th & Jan. 28th courses 8:30-4:30 $65. 250746-4154 www.saferfood.ca

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COBBLE HILL SUNDAY SWAP MEET & CRAFT SALE in BIG HALL 3550 Watson Ave, Dec 11 & 18th, 10am-3pm Venders selling: Large amount of Barbies, Doll clothes, Candles, Scrubbies, children’s bonnets, dog jackets Gluten-free baking, Postcards, Eggs, Feather art, Children’s toys, Jewellry, Regular Baking, and much, much more. Refreshments available. For space, Call Heather (250)743-7018

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COWICHAN SECONDARY DRY GRAD COMMITTEE asks for your bottle/can recycling donations. Please recycle at Cowichan Valley Bottle Depot on Norcross Rd under the name Cowichan Senior Secondary Dry Grad 2012. Thank you in advance for your donations!!!

LOST AND FOUND

When detailing your event do not forget to include: Name of Craft Fair ✔ Dates and Fair location ✔ Admission fee ✔ Wheelchair accessible ✔ Contact name & phone number ✔

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CELEBRATIONS

If you are new to the Neighbourhood call one of these representatives for your FREE Basket of Gifts. Community Welcome

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OLD FARM Gifts & Specialty Coffees require a P/T friendly person to run counter & serve coffee to our customers. Must be available for various shifts, weekends & holidays. Please reply in person with resume to Karen at 5170 Francis St, Duncan (Next to Old Farm Market) MATURE Resident Manager Couple wanted for well managed apartment building in Duncan. Phone 204-795-9200

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HELP WANTED

LEMARE GROUP is seeking a certiﬁed heavy duty mechanic and an experienced off-highway logging truck driver for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time union wages. Send resume by fax to 250-9564888 or by email to ofﬁce@lemare.ca. LOGGING TRUCKS - OWNER/OPERATORS WANTED (SHORT & LONG LOGS) Chetwynd BC Very busy logging season ahead Good Rates - Accommodations provided - Health/Dental available Ph: 250-788-6093 Fax: 250788-2848 Attn: DWAN email: lmyoung@pris.ca

OFFICE ASSISTANT Required for a fast paced environment, capable of multi tasking, computer invoicing, deposits, cash balancing, accounts payable/receivable, answering phones, great customer service. Experience an asset. Must be available days and weekends. Please reply with references and salary/wage range expectations and send resume to: File A959 c/o News Leader Pictorial #2-5380 TCH., Duncan, BC V9L 6W4

SECURITY GUARDS required immediately. Footprints Security is currently seeking licenced security guards for our Duncan operation. Permanent, Full-time and Part-time positions available. email: hr@footprintssecurity.com or fax at 250-756-9598

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES at Boston Pizza in Duncan, BC Position: Cook, Vacancy: 6 Wage: $17/hr, 40 hours/week Min. 2 yrs of work experience Posn: Food Counter Attendant Wage: $10.60/hr, 40 hrs/week Email your resume & reference to: srad@bostonpizza.com

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DAHLSON INDUSTRIES Oilﬁeld & General Steel Manufacturing is currently looking for: JOURNEYMEN WELDERS B-PRESSURE WELDERS Submit resume to Dahlson Industries by Fax: -866-580-1251 Email: resumes@dahlson.ca www.dahlson.ca Can assist with temporary or permanent accommodation Dahlson will be in Burnaby on December 12, 13, 19 & 20 conducting interviews. Please contact the above to arrange for an interview time.

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Khowutzun Development Corporation (KDC) is a First Nation grassroots Development Corporation wanting to grow into a large international Development Corporation. If you like a challenge and want an opportunity to grow with the organization this could be the job for you. We require a Ànancial designation (CMA or better) and a passion for business. Remuneration paid on experience. For a full job description and job matrix please see website (www.khowutzun. com). QualiÀed First Nations are encouraged to apply. Posting closes December 21, 2011. Only those short listed will be notiÀed.

TEMPORARY POSITION

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

DUNCAN’S #1 CHRYSLER DODGE and JEEP dealership is looking for individuals with a career objective for immediate positions in Vehicle Sales.

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WELCOME to Geotech Drilling Services Ltd. We’re a team focused on continually implementing the most technologically advanced drilling techniques to increase the efficiency and the accuracy of field data collection. We employ professional, energetic, solution minded individuals that endeavour to consistently exceed our clients’ expectations. We also feature state of the art equipment to facilitate exemplary quality control. Geotech is seeking an hourly Professional Driver with a flexible schedule (i.e., Available on short notice and 24 hrs. / 7 days per week), self–organized, and possesses physical/ mechanical abilities to safely operate a commercial vehicle throughout western and northern Canada, and periodically to the US. Responsibilities: - a Class 1 licence. - 3 - 5 years of on/off highway, low-bed, and allweather experience. - a clean driving abstract. - Mechanical abilities. Passport and eligible to travel to the US. Deadline for consideration is January 6, 2012. Qualified candidates are encouraged to forward their resume and current driver’s abstract to Geotech Drilling’s careers@geotechdrilling.com For more information on our rapidly growing organization, please visit www.geotechdrilling.com. No phone calls please. We thank all that apply; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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CHEMAINUS MEDICAL Clinic is now accepting Full or Part Time applications for a Monday-Friday, LPN Position requiring current Medication Update. Please call Marilyn at 250-246-3215, Monday-Friday between 9am-noon.

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MEDICAL/DENTAL

LOOKING for something different? Want to make some extra money? JOIN THE WE CARE TEAM! We Care is looking for a Casual Licensed Practical Nurse to serve the Cowichan Valley. Previous experience in Community Nursing or Wound Care an asset. New Graduates Welcome! Fax or email Resume to Katherine at 250-715-0703 or duncan@wecare.ca.

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Do you have a way with the written word and a natural curiosity about issues and people? The Cowichan News Leader Pictorial, the Duncan area’s news source of record since 1905, is seeking a part-time reporter to ﬁll a year-long vacancy due to a maternity leave. The successful applicant will demonstrate the ability to turn in engaging, accurate, objective news stories and features on tight deadlines for both our website and print product. Journalistic experience and knowledge of Canadian Press standards are assets. Photography skill and a reliable vehicle are required. The position opens in January and offers a ﬂexible schedule. It requires about 15 hours a week, with the possibility of additional hours as situations demand. The News Leader Pictorial is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest independent newspaper group with more than 150 newspapers located in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Hawaii and Ohio. Please forward your cover letter and resumé — including writing and photography samples as well as references — by Friday, December 16 to:

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Customer Service Representative 1 Part-time – Chemainus Island Savings, now ranked as a top 50 employer in Canada for the 2nd year in a row, has an opening for a part-time Customer Service Representative I (CSR1) at our insurance office in Chemainus. The CSR 1 plays an important role within the insurance team. They are the face of Island Savings Insurance and, therefore, responsible for providing a remarkable service experience for our insurance clients thru:

THE ISLAND SAVINGS CENTRE

Wishes to thank all who took part in our Recreation Survey. Our successful candidate will demonstrate passion, • Identifying our Members’ insurance needs • Processing insurance-related products • Recommending insurance/banking products and services, when appropriate • Making referrals to other qualified staff

willingness to continuously improvement, a collaborative

The Valley Regional Parks, and Recreation workCowichan style, and a desire to share time, expertise success with others. You are motivated by providing and Culture Department deeply appreciated your remarkable service (every time) and finding the best total solution for the member. feedback. We have heard what you had to say, and answer, we will strive to develop a plan Mustinhaves: • Completion of one of the following: that will fulﬁll the leisure needs ofFundamentals our whole comof Insurance, CAIB 1, C11 and C130 thru Insurance munity. To show our appreciation, Institute of Canada, or GIE part 1 and 2 three names • Flexibility of work schedule, as thisto is areceive six day aa gift as have been chosen at random week operation a special thank-you for completing the survey: Assets: Owens; Thanya Al Saadoon; and Willie Christine Experience with Autoplan, Private Auto insurance, Travel, Stewart. Recreational Vehicle and mobile home insurance would be an asset.

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With input we have a better picture Qualifiyour ed candidates should submit their resumes by of what Wednesday, December 16 to: for. With your help, the our community is looking careers@iscu.com Island Savings Centre can now plan for tomorAttention: Agency Manager, Chemainus row, the quality of life for you Islandwhile Savingsenhancing Insurance Services today. Visit iscu.com to learn more about Island Savings and

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Thank you again. See you at the Centre!

We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

this opportunity.

COWICHAN VALLEY Phone: (250) 746-2500 REGIONAL DISTRICT Fax: (250) 746-2513 175 Ingram Street Email: cvrd@cvrd.bc.ca Duncan, B.C. V9L 1N8 Website: http://www.cvrd.bc.ca

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Friday, December 9, 2011

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$500/MO STARTING- weekly available, many apartment types, furnished, w/common kitchen. All utils, internet included. FREE local calls, No Credit Checks. Call Motel, 250-748-0661, (Duncan).

LOOKING FOR a responsible tenant to rent a 2 bedroom/ 2 bathroom condo on Brae Road. Laminate ﬂooring, fresh paint and counter tops with 6 appliances. Close to all amenities with secure underground parking. $1000/mth utilities not included. N/P N / S. 1 ( 2 5 0 ) 7 0 7 - 0 1 7 2 - l e ave messages.

CLEAN AND bright duplex in Crofton. 3 bed 1.5 bathrooms 5 appliances with ﬁreplace. $950/month. Please contact Rick for further information 250-246-1859

EXECUTIVE HOME 4000 sq.ft. Cowichan Valley Hwy, with great view, 4 bdrm, 3 1/2 bath, 2 ﬁreplaces plus approx. 1 acre horse paddock. Available immediately, $2500 per month, utilities not included. For viewing, contact 250240-2891 or 250-248-0015.

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CHEMAINUS: 2 bdrm upper lvl duplex. Bright, open ﬂoor plan, 180 degree ocean view, built-in vacuum, 5 appl’s, large deck, ﬁreplace $900. NS/NP. Call (250)416-0062.

DUNCAN: 1 & 2-bdrm, 5 appls, close to School, Hospital and bus route. $650-$800 utils. Lv msg: 250-597-4018.

DUNCAN- (close to university) 2 bdrm condo, F/S, D/W, W/D. NS/NP. $875+ utils. Available Jan 1. Call 250-710-0881. DUNCAN DOWNTOWN. New York style STUDIO w/ french doors open to the market square. 5 appls, gas F/P, hardwood ﬂoors. Incls. utilities. $850/mo, N/S. Avail Dec. 15 or Jan. 1. Call 250-510-4503. DUNCAN: SPACIOUS 2 bdrm condo, central, 4 appls. NS/NP. $795. 250-746-1019, 250-746-4509, after 6pm.

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Duncan: Studio & 1 bdrm suites avail. Close to Beverly Corners, 4 blk to University, on bus route. Updated; new ﬂooring, new paint & some new ﬁxtures. $550-$625. Heat/hot water incld’d. NS/NP, refs.

(250)748-3729 DUNCAN- SUITS responsible, clean tenant(s), 1 bdrm + den condo. D/W, ensuite W/D, NS/NP. Available Now. References req’d. $725. Call (250)746-7389.

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CROFTON- BRIGHT 2 bdrm, insuite lndry, parking. (Immed) $780 + utils. 250-210-0756.

2 Bdrm newly reno’d mobile home on acreage. F/S, W/D. Private yard. 250-743-5215 Leave message. Avail. immed.

5 BEDROOM, 3 bathroom house for rent on acreage. Maple Bay Road, near Quamichan Lake. $1,500 per month plus utilities. Call 250-3919947

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DUNCAN: WALK to park & town. 55+ gated, 2 lvls, 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, modern, attractive, den, gas F/P, 5 appl’s, garage. Pet considered, N/S. $1250+ util’s. AVAIL. NOW. Call (250)746-7435.

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DUNCAN: 2524 Lewis St. 2 bdrm condo, second ﬂoor, corner unit, 5 appls, new laminate ﬂoors. N/S. Avail. Dec. 1st $900./lease. Call (250)4778046, (250)883-3204.

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DUNCANCHARMING 2 bdrm upper, natural gas F/P, 5 new appls (W/D), newly reno’d, french doors onto balcony, fenced yrd, storage, paved prkg, close to University. N/S. $1000. (250)746-8182.

DUNCAN- REDUCED rent for reliable tenants. 2100sq ft 4 bdrm house, F/P. $1250. Avail Jan 1. 1(250)704-1251.

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DUNCAN- 3 bdrms, large kitchen, 5 appls, 1.5 bath, fenced & quiet yard, 2 car parking. $1200. Call (250)5973529 or 250-510-4372.

DUNCAN, large newer 2 bdrm, upper ﬂoor, 3 appl’s, shared laundry. Avail now. $1100 incl’s hydro. Pet considered. Ref’s req. (250)737-1613

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CROFTON- 2 BDRM. Fridge, stove & heat included. Car port, laundry. Available Now. $825/mo. 250-748-4253 or 250-715-5810.

SHAUGHNESSY GARDENS 3251 Cowichan Lake Rd. Clean 2 bdrm units. Full size fridge, stove & dishwasher. Carpet & linoleum, window coverings, ﬁreplace. Quiet, well maintained bldg with elevator & sauna. Close to Schools & Hospitals. To view call Dorcas (250)710-7515 250-748-3412

WILD ROSE Adult oriented, near Cowichan Aquatic Centre, large 1 bdrm, top ﬂoor, faces south, lrg balcony. New carpets, appliances, paint. Rent inclds heat & hot water. $675. (250) 748-1304.

APARTMENTS FURNISHED DUNCAN- (8 km north) Furnished studio apartment, on 8 acres. Laundry, satellite, heat, hydro. $575. (250)748-1310.

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL AVAILABLE NOW 7000 sq.ft. store front with excellent exposure, overhead doors, ample parking. 250-748-9622

COTTAGES COBBLE HILL- 1 bdrm cabin on farmland. Call (250)7434392. MILL BAY: Near shopping centre, waterfront bachelor furnished cabin. NS/NP, $700 utils’ incld’d. (250)743-5199.

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(CHEMAINUS) 9690 Chemainus Rd., $1300 mo + utils, 3 bdrm, 2 bath house, fresh paint, carpets, bathrooms, N/S, pet ok. Call 250-3561431 (Victoria). Open house, Sat, Dec. 10, 12-2pm. DUNCAN, 10 min from downtown. Quiet, 3-bdrm, 5 appl’s. $1000./mo + utils. Min 1 yr lease. Pets neg. Call Leah (250)710-2929.

HOUSE for Rent - In Lake Cowichan, very clean, 3 bdrm 2 bthrm, short walk from Lake, 5 min drive from village/schools, large yard, room for RV. N/S, pet OK, $950/mo, refs nec. Call 604-8389947, or email sdanvers@shaw.ca.

KUPER ISLAND- 4 bdrms, 2 bath, lrg deck, 1200sq ft, ocean view. N/S, pets ok. $850. Available Dec 15. Call (250)588-9253. Ladysmith: new 3 bdrm, 3 bath, ocean views, 1650 sq.ft., 5 appls, pet friendly, $1450/mo,250-245-8997, 250802-1520. MILL BAY- sunny low bank ocean front, 2 bdrms, 2 bath, spilt level, furnished, beautiful yard. Weekly or Monthly. Call 250-715-7307. NICE BRIGHT, 3-bdrm. Large living & dining rooms. Rec room, nice deck, hot tub, gas F/P. Quiet area, close to schools, on bus route. $1350. Avail. Jan. 1st (250)746-7240. Rowan Property Management Ltd. Has a large selection of homes & apartments for rent in the Cowichan Valley. Visit us at www.rowanproperty.ca or call (250)748-9090 SALTAIRE, SUNNY 2 bdrm + office, F/S, W/D, woodstove, storage/workshop, pet ok, N/S, Jan. 1, $1050 + utils. Call 1250-658-1656. SHAWNIGAN LAKE. 2 homes on same property. Perfect for home based business or in-laws. Situated on 2 acres of pastoral, private, quiet rural living at it’s best. Main house- 3 bdrm, 3 bath, newly reno’d beautiful decor. Main level entry, 2-storey walk-out bsmnt. Bright, open floor plan, lrg kitchen. Separate dining, living & family rooms. Lrg deck with stunning mtn views. 1 car enclosed garage, propane F/P, fenced backyard, lots of parking. 2nd home - 1 bdrm, 1 bath + loft. Newly reno’d, stylish, modern decor. Bright, open floor plan. Lrg kitchen with island. Lrg deck with stunning mtn views. Garden shed/shop. RV parking. Both homes new flooring, paint & 5 new appl’s each. Old Mill Park and public beach access across the street. N/S, pets considered. Immediate occupancy available. $2800./mo. 250-701-0912,250-949-1213

DUNCAN, avail now, older 2 bdrm home near Duncan Elem School. WD hookup Quiet tennants. $1000/mo. 250-2466626 or (250)746-4016

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¾ 7-7744 Mays Rd, Duncan $575 2 BR suite w/ 2 apps, basic cable incl. ¾ 3-2516 Alexander St, Duncan $650 1 BR suite w/ 4 apps, walk to town ¾ 202-360 Bundock Ave, Duncan $825 1 BR apartment w/ 5 apps, patio *SENIOR FRIENDLY BUILDING (55 +)* ¾ 106-360 Bundock Ave, Duncan $850 1 BR + den apartment w /5 apps, patio *SENIOR FRIENDLY BUILDING (55 +)* ¾ 8094 Queen St, Crofton $950 3 BR + den/BR home w/ 4 apps, carport ¾ 1450 Haida Rd, Duncan $1350 4 BR 3 bth home w/ 5 apps, jacuzzi tub ¾ 5869 Highland Ave, Duncan $1350 3 BR 2 bth sxs duplex w/ 5 apps, shed ¾ 1325 Cherry Point Rd, Cow Bay $1395 4 BR 2 bth home w/ 5 apps, 2 car garage For further info please visit our website at: www.rowanproperty.ca

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Cowichan News Leader Pictorial A23

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

‘Tis the season to be the

HOMES FOR RENT

SUITES, LOWER

SUITES, UPPER

AUTO FINANCING

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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2 Bedroom basement suite in Crofton. W/D. $750/m. Call 250-210-7777. December 1st

3 BDRM, 1.5 bath, FS, WD hookup, Elec heat, No Pets, Avail now, 1/2 month free. 250-748-1253

SHAWNIGAN LAKE. Rural living available now. Situated on pastoral, quiet, private 2 acres. 1 bdrm, 1 bath + loft. Newly renovated, beautiful decor. Bright, open ﬂoor plan. Large kitchen with island. Lrg deck with stunning mountain views. Garden shed/ shop. RV parking. New ﬂooring & paint. 5 new appliances. Old Mill Park & public beach access across the street. N/S, pets considered. $1100./mo + utils. 250-701-0912, 250-9491213

OFFICE/RETAIL DOWNTOWN DUNCAN 2500 sq.ft. 6 separate offices, reception, conference area & kitchen, 2nd floor, AC,. $1175/mo. 250-715-6880. DUNCAN: RETAIL space for lease, highway exposure, A/C, ample parking. 250-7465657, 250-748-8671 Mill Bay: Approx. 720 sq ft of office/retail. Phone 250-7433881 or 250-748-7266 TWO 2ND Floor commercial suites available Nov. 1. Great downtown location,approx 500 sq.ft. each. Reasonable rent, ample parking. (250)701-7517.

SHARED ACCOMMODATION DUNCAN- (downtown) includes heat, hotwater, hydro, laundry, phone, internet. Furnished or Unfurnished. Quiet N/S. Refs req’d. $550. Call (250)748-1520.

900 sq ft, ﬁreplace, 1 lrg room, shared laundry, Cobble Hill, $600/m. 250-743-4207 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY. Ground ﬂoor 2 bdrm legal suite, by Berkeys Corner. F/S, blinds & W/D hookup. No Pets, No Smokers or partiers. Only quiet persons! Ref’s required. Rent? Plus utilities. (250)748-3472, (250)709-1838 CHEMAINUS: BRIGHT ocean view, 2bdrm, W/D, fenced yard close to town, $900 utils incld’d. (250)246-1546. CHEMAINUS: RENO’D bachelor w/ kitchenette, W/D. Private bath & ent., Walk to town. $650./mo utils incld. (250)246-1546. CROFTON- 1 bdrm new suite, walk to ocean. Shared laundry, gardening space, N/S. Refs req. Avail now. $700 mo hydro incl’d. (250)732-4535. CROFTON- 1 bdrm, W/D, gas F/P, priv entrance, sea view, all utils incld’d+ satellite. $625. Avail Dec 1. 250-709-0447. DUNCAN. 1 bedroom, incl. utilities. Private, overlooks fenced garden. Separate entrance. Suit one person, NP NS. Parking Avail. 1st Jan. $700. emeraldgem@shaw.ca for photo’s and inquiries. Duncan: 2 bdrm ground level suite close to bus stop, schools, mall. N/S, N/P. $825/m, includ. heat, hydro, water. Ref. req. 250-710-8612

DUNCAN. AVAIL immediately. Good neighbourhood, 3 bdrm above ground suite, W/D, utilities incl’d. N/P, $1000 mo. Call (250)510-0993. DUNCAN. LARGE 3-Bdrm on Marsh Rd., avail Jan. 1st. Inclds F/S, W/D, storage shed. Close to schools, parks, stores & bus. NP/NS, no partiers. $900.+ 1/2 utils. 250-701-7623 MILL BAY, 1/2 block from Thrifty’s, 1 bdrm, level entry, F/S & W/D, $850/m incl’s basic cable & hydro, Avail Jan 15. 250-743-9828, 250-710-0653 SHAWNIGAN BEACH ESTATES 2bdrm plus storage, very clean & bright. FS/WD, NP/NS, $850/mo util incl. 250743-2608

CHERRY POINT/Cowichan Bay, ocean view, new upper suite in privately situated carriage house, 1 bdrm w/ lrg covered sundeck, 5 new appls, rent incls hydro, water & heat, refs req’d, N/S, N/P, avail Jan. 1, $850 mo. Call 250733-2332 to view. DUNCAN. 2-BDRM + den (possible 3-bdrm), 1 bath, quiet street. D/W, W/D, wood F/P. Lrg deck, lrg fenced backyard. Pets OK, near bus, walk to down. $1150. inclds heat. Avail Dec. 15. (250)715-1549. LAKE COWICHAN: spacious 2 bdrm, 1 bath, covered porch, pets ok, lrg. entrance, F/S, shared W/D. Dec 1. $800 Incl. heat & hydro. 250-716-6175 LARGE UPPER suite on acreage. Tansor School area. Generous living areas, 3 bdrms, 1.5 baths, ﬁreplace with heat fan. D/W, W/D hookup avail. N/S. $950./mo + share hydro. Ref’s req’d. Avail. Dec. 15th or Jan 1st. Call Alex (250)709-0109.

TOWNHOUSES CRYSTAL CREEK Townhome. Avail now, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, W/D F/S, D/W, $950/mo+ util’s. 250-709-2646 DUNCAN 1400 sq.ft 3 bdrm, 2 level end unit. 2.5 bath, new kitchen & laundry appl’s. Full interior paint by move in & exterior paint this summer ! Small complex-Howard Ave. Close to rec center & schools. N/S, small pet considered. $1100/mth Utilities extra Jan. 15 or Feb 1. 250-857-3317 judyandguy@shaw.ca JANUARY 1 - 1200 sq.ft. 2 Level, 2 bdrm, 1.5 bath twnhome $975/mth. Renovated, stainless appl.,laminate ﬂrs,ﬁreplace, W/D. Utilities extra. Close to rec center & schools. N/S, small pet considered. 250-857-3317 or judyandguy@shaw.ca

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HOUSE CLEANING. Experienced, friendly & responsible. Call Kathy 250-743-8194

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COMPUTER SERVICES ABLE COMPUTER REPAIR In-home service. Seniors’ discount. Nico 250-746-6167 Rick’s Computer Help & Help Computer Services. Desktops and laptops. At home or inshop repairs. 250-748-5640

ELECTRICAL 1A ELECTRICIAN, licenced, bonded, Small Jobs Specialist, panel upgrades and renos. All work guaranteed since 1989. Rob at 250-732-PLUG (7584). 250-743-0326. ELECTRICIAN Licensed and bonded. Reasonable rates, free estimates, upgrades & renos. Call Kelly.

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surprised themselves,’’ noted Swifts’ coach/manager Dan Cleemoff. “We will be better prepared for the next time we play the Cardinals. I think the score will be a lot different next time.’’ The Kestrels, meanwhile, lost 4-1 to the Lynx. • Trish Oud and Melanie Brancato inform us the Duncan Skating Club is hosting a hot dog sale fundraiser at the Duncan Walmart Sunday, December 11 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hot dog and drink sales will help the synchronized skating girls to pay for travel costs. Duncan will have two teams entered in the B.C. and Yukon open synchro competition at White Rock in January. • Saturday is teddy bear toss night at the Caps’ hockey game against Langley. Bring stuffed toys and get ready to throw them on the ice when the Caps score.

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Bronze medal a great result for Brentwood girls

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he objective is always to save the best for last. Brentwood College’s senior girls’ volleyball team did exactly that by winning the bronze medal in the provincial AA tournament. After ¿nishing third on the island, Brentwood snatched third for all of B.C. during a hotly contested competition co-hosted by Notre Dame and St. Pat’s. “We went in ranked eighth,’’ said Brentwood coach Jill Fougner. “We had a fabulous tournament.’’ The team’s only loss came in the semi¿nal to eventual champion Paci¿c Academy of Surrey. Brentwood won its ¿rst two pool games Thursday over Abbotsford Christian 25-21, 25-11 and Elphinstone of Gibsons, a wild card entry that eventually ¿nished eighth, 25-23, 27-25. That set up a mammoth match with Surrey Chris-

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tian, a team that had been ranked No. 1 for a long stretch of the season. Brentwood assured an easier route in the playoffs by pulling off the 20-25, 25-19, 15-10 comeback win. The reward was a match against Prince Charles of Creston Friday that Brentwood won handily 25-13, 25-13, 25-18 in the best-of-¿ve match. The quarter¿nal against Sa-Hali of Kamloops was a bit of a battle but Brentwood prevailed 25-21, 24-26, 25-15, 25-18. “All the Okanagan

teams were very tall, very athletic,’’ observed Fougner. The magic wasn’t there in the semi¿nal Saturday, as Brentwood lost to Paci¿c Academy 17-25, 12-25, 20-25. “We really needed them to make some mistakes and they didn’t,’’ said Fougner. “The girls were obviously disappointed, but I reminded them what the goal was at the beginning of the year. “The goal at the start of the year was just to qualify for the provincials so we

First all-star team status is the reward for Stephanie Turnbull, left, who played magniÄcent volleyball despite being hampered slightly by an injury. The Brentwood team, above, made a great run to complete the season. surpassed that.’’ coach Mike Minckler, Lambrick Park of Victo- could only marvel at the ria barely beat Kalamalka performance. “I was just of Vernon 15-13 in the so proud of them. ¿fth and ¿nal game of the “We came away with other semi. some pretty happy girls.’’ Lambrick went up Stephanie Turnbull against Paci¿c Academy was a ¿rst all-star team in the ¿nal and lost. Kala- selection. Kendra Stoner, a malka was drained from Grade 11 player, made the its semi and Brentwood second team and Emily returned to the court rejuHindson was an honourvenated for the third-place able mention. match-up. Other members of Brentwood wiped the Brentwood squad out Kalamalka in three included: Mikayla De straight. Jager, Katie Cullen, Emily “The girls were just Young, Claudia Wong, on ¿re,’’ said Fougner, Tessa Michaels, Hannah who, along with assistant Coulbourne, Michelle

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irst impressions are it’s going to be another strong season for the Brentwood College senior boys’ basketball team. Already ranked No. 2 on the island in AA, Brentwood went into battle in the Independent Schools Association tournament at St. George’s and placed second, giving the host school a run for its money in the ¿nal. “It’s a pretty good tournament now,’’ said Brentwood coach Blake Gage. “Most of the independent schools are involved now, sending their best teams which is kind of fun.’’ Brentwood won its ¿rst game 61-47 over West Point Grey. Martin Barakso, better known as an accomplished rower, came off the bench to ¿nish with 12 points and 10 rebounds. A tight battle followed against Southridge. Brentwood clung to a 71-70 victory at the end after Southridge missed two shots in the dying seconds. Jordan Charles lit up the

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scoreboard for 29 points. That put Brentwood into the ¿nal and it turned out to be a thriller against St. George’s. “They’re one of the better AAA teams in the province,’’ Gage pointed out. “They’re very big, very athletic, very deep. “Our guys competed hard, but they outrebounded us pretty badly.’’

Brentwood executed well down the stretch and only trailed by two with the game on the line in the last minute. St. George’s hit a couple of free throws near the end to ¿nish off a 78-74 win. David Lawrence and Charles were the offensive leaders with 29 points apiece. “The boys played really

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The Fuller Lake Skating Club is hosting its annual Skate With Santa Monday. The club’s skaters will present solo performances they’ve been practicing since the summer. Performers range in age from six to 16. “This is just a chance for them to have fun and show off where they’re at and for

people to see the local talent in Ladysmith and Chemainus,’’ said head coach Shannon McKinlay. The Skate with Santa begins at 5 p.m. for club members. The performance, open to the public, runs from 6 to 8 p.m. Spectators are asked to bring a donation for the Harvest Food Bank.

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enticton Ironman, Boston Marathon, New York Marathon. Angela Etherington’s resume of the competitions she’s done is indeed impressive. But the ¿tness trainer, who runs Progressive Fitness out of her home, takes it all in stride. The New York Marathon was her latest conquest in early November, with friend Jill Stone providing the incentive. “She’s been a great friend,’’ said Etherington, 35. “She runs recreationally but she’s been to a lot of my races.’’ Stone was there simply to cheer Etherington on this time. “She’s the one who initiated it,’’ said Etherington. “It was a trip for the two of us, too. We’ve been friends since high school.’’ An added bonus to the whole experience was Etherington’s running of a 3:30 marathon. “I was really happy with it,’’ she said. “I felt good there. I had a good run. I was consistent.’’ There was just a mere 48,000 runners in the ¿eld at New York and Etherington was pleased to place in the top four per cent of the women. “If you look at the video footage they send you, even at 20 kilometres, it was so dense,’’ she said. The atmosphere around the event was amazing to Etherington. “There’s people the whole way high-¿ving you as you go,’’ he said. “It was so neat and it was so wellorganized with that many runners.’’ Etherington has two young children

but still makes a point of ¿tting in her personal ¿tness time and work with her clients, of course. Needless to say, ¿tness is a big part of everyday life for Etherington. It’s always been that way. “I played a lot of sports in high school,’’ she said. “It’s a bit harder when you become an adult to participate.’’ Etherington grew up in Chemainus but spent several years in Vancouver before returning to the valley to live in Maple Bay. She turned her detached garage into a gym and started building a clientele. Etherington likes having the gym close by to juggle household duties. “It’s great, you can run in and put on a load of laundry,’’ she chuckled. The New York Marathon is the ¿rst for Etherington since having kids, who are now seven and ¿ve years old. She ¿rst started running major events after university. The Ironman was ¿rst on her hit list. “It was a three-year goal,’’ Etherington recalled. “I’m a big goal-setter.’’ After doing the Half Iron ¿rst, she eventually conquered the full Penticton Iron Man the next year in 2002. “It’s so daunting,’’ she said. “If I were to do another one, I don’t think I’d be any more con¿dent.’’ Etherington ¿nished in 14 hours. “I was pretty tired,’’ she conceded. “It’s an amazing thing.’’ Etherington also did the Vancouver Marathon while training for Penticton. At Penticton, she quali¿ed for the prestigious Boston Marathon. “I ran a half hour longer than I quali¿ed for,’’ Etherington said of her Boston experience. But it didn’t matter. She was there in a huge crowd at the granddaddy of all

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Running along the New York Marathon route was a fabulous experience for Angela Etherington, who displays the Änishing medal for all her efforts. marathons. Etherington has even done adventure racing, including events at Shawnigan Lake in 2008 and Cumberland in 2009. What her next big adventure will be remains to be seen.

T-Bird boys and girls back on the court in tournament play Don Bodger

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owichan Thunderbirds started their senior boys’ high school basketball season with a bang at the North Shore tournament. Cowichan marched from the practice Àoor into intense action with four games last weekend and ¿nished with a split. The opening game brought a 73-66 victory over Tamanawis from Surrey. “We got a good win there,’’ said Cowichan coach Sandeep Heer. “We played well.’’ A battle with their old friends from Mount Douglas was next on the agenda for the T-Birds. Mount Douglas is ranked No. 1 on the island and in the top 10 for AAA in B.C. while Cowichan sits right behind in the No. 2 spot during the second island poll. Mount Douglas took the victory by 11 points. Cowichan closed within a point at one stage.

Double dribble: Frenzied start during action at North Shore and Woodlands “It was more of a four- or ¿ve-point game,’’ said Heer. Taking on Carson Graham next, the T-Birds got back on track to win by eight points. “They’re a good squad,’’ said Heer. Lord Tweedsmuir was the T-Birds’ ¿nal tournament opponent and they lost by 13 points. A couple of starters were missing due to injury and the T-Birds also found themselves in foul trouble. “We kind of played everyone that game,’’ said Heer. “You want to get everyone involved.’’ Overall, Heer thinks it’s going to be a good season for his club. Players have been hitting the weight room hard and everything’s coming together. “Obviously, we want to keep improving,’’ said Heer. “We’ve got a very good work ethic. We play hard and we compete.’’ The T-Birds are now into their Welcome Back

tournament. Games are slated throughout the day Friday and Saturday. Sixteen teams are taking part. Meanwhile, the Cowichan Thunderbird girls played in Andrew Leong/¿le a tournament Sophie Cutt is captain of the Cow- at Woodlands ichan Thunderbird girls’ basketball last weekend. Despite team this season. losing all three games, there’s plenty of room for optimism. “This was our team’s ¿rst games and we have

many new players and throughout the tournament everyone improved very rapidly which is encouraging,’’ noted captain Sophie Cutt. Cutt was player of the game for Cowichan in its tournament opener against Woodlands. Samantha Jory was the player of the game recipient against Shawnigan Lake and Katie Porter received the honours in the ¿nal game against Mark Isfeld. Both the Shawnigan and Mark Isfeld games were very close. Mark Reed is the new coach of the team. Besides the boys’ Welcome Back, there’s girls’ basketball tournament action at Duncan Christian School. The Cowichan T-Birds are there with host DCS, Queen Margaret’s, Frances Kelsey, St. Andrew’s, Campbell River, Pemberton and Paci¿c Christian. First-round match-ups Friday are: Cowichan vs. Queen Margaret’s, 11:15 a.m.; St. Andrew’s vs. Kelsey, 1 p.m.; Campbell River vs. DCS, 2:45 p.m. and Pemberton vs. Paci¿c Christian, 4:30. The ¿nal is at 5:15 p.m. Saturday.

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Showcasing their skills Saturday at Kerry Park Arena are valley skaters in the appropriately-named Cowichan Valley Showcase. Clockwise from top left are: Sheryl Sizer of Kerry Park, Cecilia Faustino of Kerry Park, Caitlyn Luckhurst of Duncan, Caiden Varasteh of Fuller Lake, Duncan’s Anna Brancato and Kerry Park’s Shane Blandford-Scherr.

t’s party time for the Cowichan Valley Soccer Association’s Under 15 Silver girls coached by Wes Swain. Swain promised them a pizza party and a showing of the team’s games on video for Christmas if the girls executed a frequently-practiced play in a game. They did just that when Jessie Paras scored off a beautiful header from a Belle White corner kick in a 2-1 win over Salt Spring Island. “They were pretty pumped about it,’’ said Swain. “You’ve got to keep it fun for them.’’ Jessica Frankson scored the winning goal. Salt Spring tallied its lone goal on a penalty shot. “I don’t think there’s a group of girls that play with more heart and commitment than these girls,’’ said Swain of his team. In other girls’ action at home on the weekend, Cowichan fell 1-0 to Salt Spring in U14 Silver but Cowichan won 3-1 over Juan de Fuca in U13 Gold and the

U15 Bronze team defeated Bays United Under 16 Bronze 1-0. The Under 17 Silver Titans boys earned a hard-fought 3-2 win over Sooke. “The ¿rst time we played them, we dominated the game but I looked at their recent results and knew they had improved a lot,’’ noted Titans’ coach Jim Frost. The Titans wore off the effects of a long layoff for a 2-0 lead on goals by Mathew Clarke and Rene Bieberdorf. Sooke came on strong in the second half to tie it on two quick goals. The Titans’ Clarke responded with his second and the game-winner to run their record to 7-1-1. Centre back Kris Clausen was a warrior for the Titans. He was knocked down several times but always bounced back. Cowichan won 4-0 over Nanaimo in the Vancouver Island Premier League for U15. Other boys’ scores were: U13 Gold — Cowichan 1, Prospect Lake 0; U14 Gold — Cowichan 5, Bays United 0; U15 Silver — Cowichan 2, Peninsula 0; and U18 Silver — Prospect Lake 6, Cowichan 2.

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he Cowichan Valley Tier 1 Midget Capitals are slowly on the mend. “Getting some key guys back in the lineup last week from previous injuries was exciting,’’ noted Ryan Trudgeon, coach of the rep hockey squad. Even though the midgets lost 4-1 to Saanich at Pearkes Arena, it was only 2-1 with ¿ve minutes left in the third period. “We played the majority of the game shorthanded and outplayed the opponents when it was ¿ve-on-¿ve,’’ Trudgeon indicated. “Undisciplined penalties were few and the rest of them we as a team have to learn to accept and continue to play our game. Emotions got the best of the boys and we fell apart at the end.’’ Saanich struck ¿rst but Graham Winship scored on a beautiful wraparound to tie the game 1-1. Saanich controlled the rest of the match, but the

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Comox held leads of 2-0 and 3-1 in the ¿rst period, with James Cummings scoring Cowichan’s lone goal unassisted. Goalie Jacob Smith played unreal in the second period to hold Comox off the scoresheet. The line of Brody Kershaw, Mathieu Jung and Darian Harris caught ¿re, combining for eight points in the game. Kershaw cut the margin to one with assists to his linemates and then evened the score on a shorthanded marker. A third unanswered goal in the third period by Harris, with assists to Jung and Sean Buckland, put Cowichan into the lead. Comox tied it two minutes later, but the eventual winner came nine seconds after the faceoff from that goal. Jesse John and Harris earned assists after Jung streaked down the wing for the go-ahead goal. Despite some tense moments, the Caps hung on

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Waste Free Gourmet Wild Bird Seed

SAVE

Bling Bling Blinkers

30˚ Below Socks

FREE

22871 Reg. Retail $8.99

PRESERVATIVE FREE

415590 Reg. Retail $54.99

33 lb.

Wagger’s Tid Bits

Laser Chase Pet Toy

SAVE

67.99

Smokehouse Prime Slice

2.5 lb., Twin Pack

SAVE

24009

Smokehouse Mega Mighty Ribs

Chicken Tenders

19.97

61.99

25 lb.

36.97

99¢

425341, Reg. Retail $24.99

403130

13.6 kg.

Nutro Natural Choice Dog Biscuits

WITH PURCHASE OF ANY NUTRO PRODUCT OVER 13.6 kg.

Go! Chicken, Fruit & Vegetable

22049 Reg. Retail $39.99

1.97

14.97

7 kg.

Orijen Adult Dog

SAVE

1962313 Reg. Retail $39.99

SAVE

13.6 kg.

SAVE

46.97

13.6 kg.

34.97

Orijen 6 Fish Adult Cat

77.99

405026 Reg. Retail $52.99

49.99

Orijen 6 Fish Adult Dog 28057

28 lb.

419198

Max Dog Food

Line Up of Savings

OFF

6.97

8.99

J.B. Field’s Expedition Hiker GX Socks

True North Ice Melter

Apple Berry Crisp Treats

Maintenance Horse Wafers

50 lb.

2.5 kg.

3 kg.

413058

536627 Reg. Retail $10.99

Reg. Retail $9.99

SAVE

17.99 EFFECTIVE TO -15˚ C

7.97

9.97

8.97