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In North Cowichan: a question of spending Peter W. Rusland
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s spending out of control in North Cowichan? Absolutely, according to three people running for mayor. Absolutely not counter the two most recent men to wear the municipality’s chains of of¿ce. Mayoral candidate Scott Baker did not return phone calls for this article but has sharply criticized North Cowichan’s ¿scal leadership in his campaign ads and all-candidates’ forums. And he’s not alone in his claims. “Spending is absolutely out of control,” said fellow candidate Joyce Behnsen. “Staff spending is excessive, which is why they need the new municipal hall. “North Cowichan’s turned into a development company and has no time to process projects proposed.” Another hopeful Clayton Balabanov agreed. “Spending’s gone crazy. The new pool and cost of maintenance is escalating out of control, and that’s a big buck we have to get to the bottom of.” They’ve got support from a B.C. tax watchdog. Jason Keenan of the Independent Contractors & Business Association of B.C. cited North Cowichan’s spending growth ¿gures from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business. Operating expenditures between 2000 and 2008 hopped by some 58 per cent compared to population and inÀation of around 26 per cent. “This means between 2000 and 2008, spending has gone up at 2.25 times the rate of inÀation and growth,” he said. “If North Cowichan had held spending to inÀation and growth, it would have saved $5.3 million in 2008 alone — that would have saved a family of four $728 on their taxes.” But Mayor Tom Walker and former mayor Jon Lefebure had other numbers. “Saying our spending’s out of control is nonsense,” said Walker. “They’re (spending-crisis believers) comparing apples to oranges. “We’re the ¿fth-lowest in B.C. for general residential municipal taxes in 2011 in 50 towns, population 6,000 to 50,000.” Walker explained North Cow’s average hometax hike. “What put it up was the ($19-million Cowichan
Aquannis) pool in 2009. I inherited that. We also shifted the Crofton pulp mill (tax load) so we’re not so reliant on it. “If the mill (shuts), we can survive. We softened the blow to residential owners as much was we could,” Walker said. Right, indicated Lefebure, who hopes to reclaim the chair he occupied for the two terms prior to Walker. “From the outside, things may look scary but I don’t think they are.” Take North Cow’s 2009 debt. “Provincial ¿gures show it was $22.4 million debt, versus $39.6 revenues. “That’s not out of control. There are safeguards. The municipality is regulated by the Community Charter. “We also have a liability servicing limit to which you’re allowed to borrow money. “We were at 28 per cent of our limit in 2010,” he said, dashing debt demons. But taxpayers may be maxed, he explained and advised looking for other revenue streams. His economic wish list included a website showing investors North Cowichan’s zoned commercial land, infrastructure upgrades, promoting Cowichan as paradise, and pushing tourism, and arts and culture sectors. more on A6
By the numbers Population: 2001, 26,148; 2010, 29,837 Budget (not including amortization): 2002, $24.7 million; 2010, $30.5 million Average home gross taxes, plus water, sewer, garbage collection etc.: 2001, $1,741; 2011, $2,248 (A 29.12 percent tax increase, or an average of 2.9 percent per year) Employees: 2002, 171; 2010, 263 Salaries, wages, beneÄts: 2002: $7.07 million; 2010, $12.3 million. Ranked against the 50 B.C. municipalities with 2001 Taxes per capita: North Cowichan, $716; Lowest: Coldstream, $453; Highest, Whistler, $3,229. North Cowichan ranking, 11th lowest 2011 General municipal home taxes, North Cowichan, $969. Lowest: Quesnel, $639. Highest: West Vancouver, $3,480. North Cowichan ranking: fifth lowest of 50.
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Federal government kills funding for Native youth drop-in program News the Hiiye’yu Lelum, House of Friendship Society’s Canadian Heritage funding for 2011/2012 has been revoked has both Duncan and North Cowichan concerned. Duncan Mayor Phil Kent and North Cowichan Mayor Tom Walker convinced their colleagues at Wednesday’s Cowichan Valley Regional District board meeting to write a letter of support for the House of Friendship
Society to the federal government Program director Marcel Aubin said Canadian Heritage revoked 2011/12 funding for Cultural Connections for Aboriginal Youth Program because it is physically located on reserve land. “The program is called ‘Hiiye ‘yu Tul’ (friends with each other) and provides a culturally safe and supportive environment to 20 to 60 high
risk youth per night, who without our services could be on the streets or gang involved.” According to Aubin, House of Friendship has received annual funding of $75,000 for the Cultural Connections for Aboriginal Youth Program since 2000/2001. “We were strongly affected when we recently received notice that we are no longer eligible to apply for these funds.”
Treaty process a failure candidates say Cowichan Tribes Tribes:: Prospective chiefs unanimous in calling for a new way Krista Siefken
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reaty talks have failed, and it’s time to start asserting Aboriginal land and title rights. That was the overwhelming consensus among the eight candidates for chief of Cowichan Tribes during a forum Wednesday at the Quw’utsun’ Cultural Centre. “The treaty process isn’t the only way,” incumbent Lydia Hwitsum summed during the packed meeting. Treaties have already been at the forefront of peoples’ minds in recent weeks, with both B.C.’s premier and the head of the B.C. Treaty Commission admitting the process has stalled. Cowichan’s chief candidates, however, took it a step further — they say the process is broken. Hwitsum pointed out that even Cowichan’s sidetable talks on interim measures stalled after the Hul’qumi’num Treaty Group took its concerns to the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights. “Canada has pulled back because we dared … to argue we have a human right to our land.” Candidate Shelly Thorne pointed to the millions of dollars in debt First Nations have incurred through the government’s treaty process. “They didn’t negotiate in good faith,” she argued. “We need to challenge that debt.” It’s clear trust in the system has shattered. “I don’t see a settlement coming,” candidate Kevin Thorne said, adding he believes the Indian Act will protect individual Cowichan members. “Ninety-plus per cent of treaties in North American have been, or are being broken — why would anyone want a treaty with them?” asked candidate Lambert Joseph. Calvin Swustus, a long-time council member vying for chief in the Nov. 29 election, said it’s key to make sure the community fully understands the issue, and then get direction from Cowichan citizens on how to move forward with — or withdraw from — the treaty process. Candidate Sam Wilson — another treaty opponent — agreed.
Meet the candidates Wednesday’s Cowichan Tribes chief candidates’ forum was attended by all eight of the contenders. Major concerns included own-source revenue — how it’s spent and how the community is consulted about it — plus treaties, culture and social issues. Stephanie Peter: Wants to bring the community back
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All eight candidates for Chief of Cowichan Tribes — Harvey Alphonse, Sam Wilson, Calvin Swustus, Lambert Joseph, Kevin Thorne, Lydia Hwitsum, Shelly Thorne and Stephanie Peter — attended Wednesday’s forum at the Quw’utsun’ Cultural Centre. “The community has to be involved,” he said. Candidates such as Stephanie Peter and former chief Harvey Alphonse suggested simply asserting title and rights to land and water resources. Hwitsum suggested a “multi-pronged approach” as her solution — organizing community members to start asserting rights, while lobbying for support provincially, nationally and internationally, and putting together a legal strategy to bring forward action in manageable pieces. Advocacy at the international level is already ongoing, with the HTG’s petition at the IACHR. “Have I given up on the treaty process? No,” HTG’s chief negotiator Robert Morales told the News Leader Pictorial yesterday morning. “I think we will have to negotiate eventually. The issue is whether there is enough political will and support to actually
together and inspire unity through traditional values and practices. Shelly Thorne: An active Cowichan Tribes watchdog who wants more accountability and transparency in administration and improvements to social programs and services. Lydia Hwitsum: Highlighted extensive work done as chief; aims to continue building “a stronger and stronger Cowichan community” through commitment
make the necessary changes to the treaty process, and that’s really what I’ve been attempting to do.” Morales said if the federal and provincial governments refuse to change their stances, the treaty process will indeed fail. But he’s hopeful growing support at home and abroad will successfully pressure change. If not, Morales suspects First Nations will begin simply asserting their rights and titles — as chief candidates suggested. “That could go one of two ways — it will result in more onthe-ground implementation of revenue sharing and joint-decision making, or it will result in increased conÀict, including litigation and even on-the-ground conÀict,” he said. “I’m certainly hopeful that we can in fact ¿nd a way to make progress, but the pressure is mounting and the naysayers are certainly gaining a lot of strength.”
to social, cultural and economic development, and opportunities for youth. Kevin Thorne: Wants to see citizens treated with more respect; not in favour of Cowichan’s proposed electoral code saying “The Indian Act protects us.” Lambert Joseph: Wants to create more opportunities for youth to learn skills and leadership, guided by elders. Calvin Swustus: Highlighted leadership and manage-
ment skills learned while serving with the RCMP; aims to invest strongly in Cowichan youth. Sam Wilson: Wants to bring community together to build solid foundation for future. Harvey Alphonse: Highlighted the importance of knowledge of culture and traditions, and finding good ideas and solutions from within the community. Election Day happens Tuesday, Nov. 29 between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. at the Si’em Lelum Gymnasium.
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RCMP, paramedics, and Mill Bay firefighters respond to a Honda CRV involved in a rollover on Hutchinson Road and the TransCanada Highway northbound lane Nov. 5 at about 6:30 p.m. Andrew Leong
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Mill Bay forum an event of historic proportions Election 2011: Bid to give historical society annual funding takes centre stage at all-candidates’ forum
“I don’t know where this board has gone wrong, but I’m as sure as hell... going to find out,” Mike Walker on the CVRD’s South Cowichan ECO Depot proposal.
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“If the CVRD, for some wacked-out reason really believe they really need to own their own recycling and garbage transfer station, there needs to be a better location found,” Angela Auchincloss on the CVRD’s South Cowichan ECO Depot proposal. “Because Balu figured out he can use the question and answer session to ask questions about the operations of how the local government works, there’s a new bylaw now there limiting questions to 15 minutes and only one main question and one follow up question,” Tatachari on CVRD’s changes to its public question period.
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Candidate Mike Walker speaks at an all-candidates’ meeting hosted at the Mill Bay Community League hall Tuesday night, while fellow candidates Balu Tatchari, far left, and Angela Auchincloss look on. “If you run the regional district like you run your household, you would be worried about where you spend your money and how you spend your money.” Walker said he supported annual historical contributions wholeheartedly. “It’s where we come from and it’s what we become,” the former director said. “You have to know where you come from before you know where you’re going to go and I ¿rmly believe in supporting and promoting the history of Mill Bay.” Auchincloss admitted to not fully
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understanding the issue at the forum, but issued the following statement the next day: “Only by preserving our past and educating our youth can we learn and grow strong into the future,” she said. “If you want to keep our past alive for generations to come...please consider voting yes on the Historical Society Referendum. When asked if they’d honour the result of the referendum, Walker and Auchincloss said yes, while Tatachari sashayed around a yes or no. Auchincloss, who moved to Mill Bay from Langford in 2004, insisted she wasn’t a “one issue candidate,” but admitted the ECO Depot debacle piqued
her attention to local politics. “But it’s that one issue that’s gotten me out to all the CVRD board meetings,” she said. “I was part of a military family and I was taught about honour and respect and I was not seeing that at the CVRD board.” All three gave thumbs down to the proposed location for the ECO Depot on Cameron-Taggart Road. For more on that issue, see page 12. For more on the Mill Bay race, see page 14. Candidates also chewed on topics like incorporation, Kerry Park Recreation Centre funding, Bamberton, Stonebridge, water protection.
“What they should have done is said here’s say $30,000 subject to one year where we’re going to take it out to the general public to see what they think. If the general public says ‘No, we don’t like this idea,’ keep your $30,000 and move onto the next one,” Walker on site selection for the South Cowichan ECO Depot. “I’m not convinced Mill Bay wants to be the light-industrial capital of the world,” Tatachari on Bamberton. “(It’s) development of light-industrial land we don’t have as a tax-base and if we’re going down this incorporation road, we need that tax base,” Walker on Bamberton. “We are rural and we are urban and we need to bring ourselves together so we can live and work together in a lot more harmony than what we’ve got right now,” Auchincloss on trails and parks development. “It’s a director’s job to sit there and listen and take the heat,” Walker on giving the public a voice.
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ove over ECO Depot. There’s another controversial election issue brewing in the south-end. Debate got heated on history funding at the South Cowichan Chamber-sponsored all-candidates’ meeting Tuesday night. About mid-way through the meeting folks started drilling director hopefuls Mike Walker, Angela Auchincloss and Balu Tatachari about the proposal to give the Mill Bay/Malahat Historical Society automatic annual funding of up to $15,000. Mill Bay voters will be asked their thoughts in a Nov. 19 referendum. Tatachari was raked over the coals by funding supporters — a group some audience members accused of “hijacking” the meeting. Last September, Tatachari collected enough alternative approval process signatures against ¿xed annual funding to force the issue to referendum. Historical society executive director Maureen Alexander asked Tatachari why he didn’t support history in his community when most other valley historical societies receive funding. “I’m not against funding for a historical society, arts, culture or any other organization,” Tatachari said. “Having said that…the danger I’m seeing for us the taxpayer, is that we will be on the hook to support this organization.” Tatachari repeated numerous times “¿scal responsibility” would be number one on his priority list if elected. “As a taxpayer, can we afford to take this liability going forward?” Tatachari asked.
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Council approves new plan for Mural Town Island Timberlands); renovating the old Âżre hall into commercial-housing use; roundabouts at River Road, and at the Chemainus Theatre; anchoring a seawalk below the hospital; upgrading Kin Park, and more. “It’s all pieces budgeted for, but all uncoordinated,â€? Walker said. “At least 60 per cent of people endorsed the plan, 40 per cent had concerns with certain parts,â€? Walker said. “One hot button was location of the new library, and so-called parking lot concerns,â€? he said of no curbs and no step-up sidewalks planned for the public lot hosting markets, music and more. The Vancouver Island library board will build the new book building. Haywood signalled he and many Chemainiacs wanted more information on cost, and a larger library lot than Waterwheel. “The (Waterwheel) site is far too inadequate. “The cost for a lot of work proposed is nowhere near established to move forward, including a four-storey Âżre hall replacement — likely to be done by the municipality — including developing 15 housing units.
Green light: light: New vision approved for reshaping of Chemainus Peter W. Rusland
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hemainus’ new library and visitor centre will open at Waterwheel Park, while a skatepark wheels into space near St. Joseph’s school. Or at least that’s the plan North Cowichan council passed for Mural Town’s revitalization Tuesday. Councillor Dave Haywood was the objector in the 6-1 vote at the special council meeting attended by about 200 folks at Chemainus Secondary School. “We got a unanimous recommendation from the Chemainus Advisory Committee to adopt the Chemainus Revitalization Plan concept plan,â€? a stoked Mayor Tom Walker said. The sweeping scheme forges a chain of core-Âżxes into one vision. The town’s massive makeover spans revamping Chemainus Road’s benchlands frontage (owned by
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“There’s just wasn’t enough information available about what that’ll involve.â€? Walker disagreed. “The majority said ‘Get on with it,’â€? he noted. Johanna Reymerink wasn’t one of them. Chemainus Museum’s president said her members will now expand their facility at Waterwheel, but they wanted the new library built on the old Âżre hall site to preserve parking at Waterwheel. “We’ll just go ahead with our expansion independent of the library, beautify it and let council do the rest of the lot as they see Âżt,â€? she said. “We can’t afford to lose parking and those two murals (facing Waterwheel’s lot).â€? Walker expects no tax hikes for the old Âżre hall redevelopment, nor the new library in council’s Âżve-year plan. “Now we have a plan for the whole town that’s accepted by the public and council,â€? he said of renewed leverage for provincial dollars. “With last night’s approval, it looks like Island Timberlands is keen too,â€? he said of benchlands development talks.
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Walker wanted to boost development by chasing federal and provincial dough “to make North Cowichan investor and builder friendly.� “With industries, the greener, the better, and ones that don’t smell,� he said. “Amenities like Chemainus Theatre draw people.� Both men cited Chemainus’ revitalization plan as a business sparkplug. But Behnsen and Balabanov wanted faster decisions about developments to grow the tax base. “Approval times are literally years. Time is money. That discourages investors to the point they give up,� Behnsen said. “We have a reputation among builders and developers as ‘No Cowichan’,� said Balabanov. “Let’s clear the fog and cut to the chase.� Behnsen called for more sewer lines, and growing the wood value-added, agri-food, and green-energy sectors. Balabanov questioned the number of North Cowichan managers, and promised to review spending on expanding the municipal hall, buying the curling rink, and building a new cop shop. His economic forecast included bylaws allowing electric cars, and making them here; nixing polluting industries; embracing small manufacturers; and banning municipal raw-log exports to pump the value-added sector.
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Driver still sought in multi-vehicle crash near Cowichan hospital Peter W. Rusland
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Friday, November 11, 2011
Scott Baker for Mayor Our grandparents’ past and our future
Arthur Phillip Jess was my grandfather. When he was 20 years old, he signed up with the Royal Engineers. He shipped out in 1939 and was among the Canadians who came ashore on the beaches of Normandy and later on the bridges of Arnhem.
On days like this – Remembrance Day – things get put in perspective, don’t they. I am going to spend time thinking (as I do throughout the year) about my relations back home in Nova Scotia and the many sacrifices they made for me and my family. Veterans put their lives on the line for this great country we live in. They interrupted their youth, education and careers to defend our country’s future so we can enjoy the life we have here in Canada. There aren’t many WWII veterans like my grandfather around any more, but there are many veterans who served in Korea, the Gulf War, Afghanistan or on Canada’s peacekeeping missions around the world.
He met a young Welsh woman, Florence Porter on one of his leaves. He met her thanks to her brother Austin who was one of many soldiers the Jess family took in for meals back on their Port Williams, Nova Scotia farm. Phillip and Florence had twin daughters – Barbara and Shirley – born during the war years. But in 1946 the young war bride and her children landed at Pier 21 in Halifax to join her husband on the Jess family farm.
The sacrifices made by my grandfather and the lessons he taught me have a lot to do with me making up my mind to serve my community. Having the right to vote is a very precious thing; all of us, young and old, should take advantage of it. Voting allows us to shape the community our children will inherit. Voting in a municipal election is what Veterans like Phillip Jess fought for 70 years ago. Next week I hope we all will continue to remember the sacrifices made by our Veterans.
I remember my grandfather well. It was a big time for him when he was able to travel back to Normandy and the other places in Europe that had lived in his memory for more than 40 years.
Next Friday will be my final chance to give you more details on solutions needed as we go forward in North Cowichan. Some of my ideas may surprise you. They are based on the many discussions I have had over the past several months with people of all ages as well as the common-sense approach to challenges taught to me by my grandfather and others of his generation.
What I remember best were not his war stories; he didn’t talk about it much. He talked to me more about every day, common sense things. About farming and ‘getting by’. About living a decent life and making things work. About ‘making do’ rather than wanting things all the time.
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Tragedies have community pushing hard for Malahat highway barriers Ashley Degraaf
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owichan Valley Regional District directors will sit down with government staffers to bargain for more barriers on the
Malahat. This promise follows a presentation made by Mill Bay resident Lynda Dickie. Dickie presented her plea for safety upgrades during Wednesday’s board meeting. “On Saturday, Oct. 29 of this year, my husband Doug Dickie phoned me to say he would be late for dinner again because of another Malahat accident,” she said. “The wait was a troublesome six hours for many but a tragedy for motorcyclist, 54-yearold Colin Grant and his children and family.” Dickie reminded directors of other fatal Malahat accidents, including one that took Mill Bay pharmacist Ted Carino’s life, as well the crash that saw Lucas Ian Brown sentenced seven years for making an illegal left turn, killing Martha Ralph and Lawrence Machnee. “Repeat those scenes over and over and this breathtakingly beautiful stretch of the Trans-Canada Highway could be renamed the Highway of Death,” she said. “The steep curves and turns make it a very dangerous
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Mill Bay resident Lynda Dickie makes a presentation to the CVRD board of directors on more barriers for the Malahat at Wednesday’s meeting. highway to traverse.” Dickie applauded the Ministry of Transportation for its work on the Mill Bay to Nanaimo portion of the TCH. “Even straight stretches are guarded with barriers,” she said. “How many of you have driven over a line on the highway and how many of you have hit a barrier? “It is a known fact that barriers on the highway make traffic more cautious and drivers slow down,” she said. Dickie has already penned a letter to Minister of Transportation Blair Lekstrom. “My support of the government is very evident and I am a supporter of Premier Clark, but for the first time in
40 years I am feeling disappointed in government priorities,” she states in her letter. “The Malahat does not need to be widened immediately to put up concrete barriers in some very dangerous places that are wide enough to accommodate them where possible.” Dickie urged directors to write the minister as well as get their names on the online petition ‘Malahat Life Preservation Project.’ Mill Bay/Malahat Director Brian Harrison agreed it’s time for action. “It gets me very concerned when I hear people say the Malahat is a safe road,” he said. “If we had a department within the CVRD responsible for 14 deaths since year 2000, do you think we’d be allowed to get away with that?” Harrison urged his colleagues to pass a resolution to book a meeting with the minister to express their “outrage” and encourage action on safety upgrades. Duncan Mayor Phil Kent asked to add other unsafe areas of the TCH to the conversation, including core intersections Beverly Street, Trunk Road and Valleyview. But that didn’t fly with Harrison or Saltair Director Mel Dorey, who both agreed it would dilute the motion. “That just waters down our intentions,” Harrison said. “What we’re looking for here is a quick fix which would probably be a huge plus,” Dorey added.
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We should put a new face to our remembering We remember: Portrait projects in Langley should be adopted here in Cowichan
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he names you may know. They sit etched in hard, enduring marble in Waterwheel Park, beside the Duncan train station, in downtown Cobble Hill. You may hear them called out on this sombre, crisp
morning. The faces, however, after more than 70 years, are at risk — threatened by fading from life, fading from memory, fading into the yellowed dust of newspaper clippings and forgotten photographs. Time for a It should not be this way, not for those brave, shining young people who new way of risked all that was theirs to give all that saluting the is ours. It must not be this way. sacri¿ce At the Langley Fine Arts School students embarked on an ambitious program to paint portraits of 36 fallen Canadian soldiers. Also in Langley, a photographer named Brian Bury collaborated with the city’s downtown business association on a project that resulted in the portraits of 40 surviving veterans being displayed on prominent banners throughout the city centre. Are these projects something that can be adopted and adapted for Cowichan by our historians, our artists, our teachers, our politicians? Can we salute these heroes with a prominent display where everyone can see it next Nov. 11? Can we make this recognition of their sacri¿ce an annual project? Our community has a proud history of remembering, of being grateful for those who slogged through the mud and the blood, the bullets and the bombs, the triumph and tragedy. We do not forget. We must not forget.
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Seeing both sides of: non-binding referendums The case against
The case for There is not a person out there who is against the concept of politicians asking the public what they think of an idea. Straw polls have a time-honoured tradition in the decision-making process. Heck, they are the essence of democracy. Anyone opposed to a non-binding referendum because of “process” issues is really just scared of the result.
Dara Quast calls the ECO Depot non-binding referendum an insulting deception.
No need for Malahat to be highway of death Patrick Hrushowy
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ill Bay’s Lynda Dickie has had enough of seeing her husband off on his frequent business trips over the Malahat to Victoria, and wondering if he would come home safely — or even come home. The tragic recent death of a motorcyclist was the “Ted Carino was last straw. She decided she wasn’t killed, trying to going to wait around to get home to the see if anyone was going to do something about family he loved.” what, to her, was a blindingly obvious problem. Lynda — her friends call her Lyndie — slammed into action and she got the ball rolling on a multifaceted
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strategy to put pressure on the provincial government. Lyndie is no Àaming critic of the current regime and is unfailingly polite in her calls for action. Her ¿rst order of business was collecting a group of her friends and neighbours and ¿ring off a request for a meeting with Transportation Minister Blair Lekstrom. Her own history of working in the legislature as an executive assistant years ago shone through as she was polite, yet direct, and followed appropriate protocol in her meeting request. Next, she was on to CVRD Directors Brian Harrison and Gerry Giles asking that they get involved by writing letters and requesting their own meeting. This led to Lyndie heading a delegation at last Wednesday’s CVRD board meeting where she made her pitch for support from the directors. Mill Bay Director Harrison responding by making a motion that the CVRD petition the
The results of any question will be skewed by what you ask, the way you ask it, and who you ask. A non-binding question provides the illusion of seeking public input without ever taking the risk of having to heed it. They are a way of diverting attention from the way government has been unable to move through proper channels. They are a manipulative waste of the taxpayer time and money.
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transportation minister to install the centre barriers on the Malahat. It passed unanimously. Lyndie was not yet ¿nished. While she prepared her presentation to the CVRD board she went online and established an online petition asking for support. She is asking people to go to Petition Online Canada and search for what she is calling the Malahat Life Preservation Project, then sign on. So, I asked myself, why would a semi-retired 60-something person such as Lyndie get all ¿red up like this? It was a combination of her husband’s almost daily trips over the Malahat and direct personal involvement with at least one of the Malahat’s victims — Mill Bay pharmacist Ted Carino, who she got to know as a regular customer. “Ted Carino was killed, trying to get home to the family he loved so much, leaving his beautiful children and wife devastated. It is a fact that hearing of death-after-death
soon numbs the senses but take a moment to picture so many little children and families suffering such loss needlessly and then multiply that by 14, the number of fatalities in 10 years, not to mention the many hundreds of accidents on that route,” she told CVRD directors. Lyndie would like to see immediate action to install concrete centre barriers along problem sections of the Malahat — not more safety studies. If action is not taken, she says, there is every reason to believe that our “breathtakingly beautiful stretch of the TransCanada Highway could be renamed the Highway of Death.” Patrick Hrushowy writes every Friday in the News Leader Pictorial. Email him at phrushowy@shaw.ca
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Would you support higher taxes if strictly used for education? “I’d pay higher taxes for better education if they were guaranteed for that use. Bureaucracy is killing our social livelihoods.”
“Yes, because I believe in smaller class sizes, and quality of education is important. It sucks that government cuts education funding.”
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Tyeshia would have been nineteen tomorrow
Dear editor Happy 19th birthday to my princess, Tyeshia Jones. I can’t tell you baby girl how many tears I’ve cried since the day I was told my precious baby girl had been murdered. It seems impossible, although I know it’s true because everything I see reminds me of you. I still hear your cute laughter, see the smile on your face. I would have lost my sanity if not for God’s saving grace, I have to close this letter for now baby, but just know this is not goodbye. For you will always walk softly in my heart and in our minds. Love and miss you so much, from Mama, Faith (Mary), sister Aaliyah, two brothers Latreu, and Terrance P.S. Happy Birthday to my beautiful mother (Bernadette Jim), Nov. 15/41 — Jan. 27/98 We love and miss you mom. Love from your daughter and grandchildren Mary Jim Duncan
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Tyeshia Jones was murdered in January of this year. To date no arrests have been made. Dear editor cal Examination. Of the 130,000 do so. However, it is important to As Superintendent of Motor have appropriate systems in place Vehicles, I feel the need to provide DME’s performed in B.C. each year, only 1,500 (just under two to identify and assess individusome facts in response to the per cent of drivers) need to take a als whose ability to drive may be “Routley gathers ammunition in specialist DriveABLE cognitive negatively impacted by a medical bid to challenge seniors driving assessment. condition or a combination of tests” article published Nov. 4. medications, before they become A DriveABLE in-of¿ce asMy of¿ce refers drivers for a sessment removes the safety risk a danger to themselves and other specialist DriveABLE assessment presented by asking a driver with a road users. For more information only when a physician has identisuspected cognitive impairment to visit www.pssg.gov.bc.ca/osmv/ ¿ed that their patient has some take a DriveABLE on-road test on medical-¿tness type of cognitive impairment that public roads. The in-of¿ce assess- Steve Martin may impact their ability to drive ment is presented on a computer Superintendent of Motor Vehicles safely. Cognitive impairment screen, however no knowledge can be caused by many medical conditions, and not just conditions of computers or their applications Kuhn’s development are needed. An individual only such as dementia or Alzheimer’s needs to touch the screen and charge bylaw in conÅict disease. press a button to complete the The DriveABLE assessment tasks. A trained healthcare profes- and leaves no legacy should not be confused with the Dear editor requirement for drivers at 80 years sional guides the individual the I want to thank the News Leader of age to complete a Driver Medi- whole time. On-road DriveABLE Pictorial for the election coverage evaluations are used e that allows candidates to get their only o as a secondary message out via the “In your own measure for a small m words” articles. number of drivers, n Unfortunately I see that Klaus and a they happen on a Kuhn used the opportunity to “Does North Cowichan council spend recklessly?” designated route in a d bring forward an issue that was You answered: (52 votes) dual-brake-controlled d one of the low points of his term vehicle. v 61 per cent YES Our aim is to ensure in of¿ce. He states that the Town of Lake Cowichan and Area F that t all drivers can To vote on the next Question of the Week, log onto the (Cowichan Lake South) represencontinue to drive for c web poll at www.cowichannewsleader.com tatives sent letters to the governas a long as it is medically c safe for them to ment opposing the implementation
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of his bylaw that would allow him to collect money from developers in Area I (Youbou)and spend it on projects of his choice. Sounds good on the surface but the problem is there already was a bylaw in place that was set up co-operatively by the town and the two areas (F and I) in 2007. The big difference was that the old bylaw was set up so that anyone, developers, companies or individuals from any of the three areas could donate money into the fund and only the interest could be spent on environmental projects that bene¿ted the entire Cowichan Lake area. This seemed like the proper way to write the bylaw as all three jurisdictions share the lake as a boundary. The resulting fund creates a legacy for the area as the principal cannot be spent just the interest. Klaus Kuhn’s “give me the money and I’ll spend it all” bylaw leaves no long-term legacy for anyone in the community and the confusion created by two conÀicting by-laws helps neither fund. Very short term-thinking, Mr. Kuhn, and not a good example of your “co-operative skills” as a CVRD director. Joe Allan Lake Cowichan
Vote yes to preserving the past of Mill Bay/Malahat area
Dear editor The Mill Bay/Malahat Historical Society was established to preserve the memories of all the unsung heroes and heroines who laboured to make the Mill Bay/ Malahat area what is ours today. The history of Mill Bay and the Malahat is as worthy as that of Shawnigan, Cobble Hill and every other area in the province of BC. Yet Area A does not have automatic annual funding for historical purposes that is already in place in every other area in the regional district. Nov. 19 is your chance to vote “yes” for this funding. Pauline Hyde, Vice-President Mill Bay/Malahat Historical Society
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e have lived in the Cowichan Valley for many decades and for a good part of that as taxpayers in North Cowichan. Our mayor and councillors have deep roots in this community as well. They have earned their living here, raised their families here and they plan to retire here. Most have invested many hours volunteering, supporting community initiatives, services, sports and education in the Cowichan Valley. Challenging this council’s commitment to our community shows ignorance of their sterling record of service. Some have questioned the ¿scal competence of council. They opine that revenue has been misdirected into facilities like the Aquatic Centre and water works. They criticize the plans for the RCMP building and rehabilitation of our municipal hall. They are concerned with tax increases. Aren’t we all? But any competent businessperson understands that expenditures on facilities are needed to support ongoing operations. These expenditures are amortized over many years of service life and it’s prudent to borrow against assets. We did with a mortgage, when we built our home in North Cowichan. This is the intelligent use of debt, quite different from the fraud conducted in the U.S. that led to the bank bailouts. For new candidates to suggest making investments in much-needed services and facilities is irresponsible, demonstrates again only ignorance of fundamental business principles. We don’t enjoy paying taxes, but as mature adults, we recognize that it’s simply right to pay our share for the services and facilities that we have access to. Look around: we all pay more. We recognize that the operating costs for heavy equipment, the garbage trucks and the snowplows, increases for the municipality too, not just for us and our Honda. Yes, it’s too bad that after 50 years the mill can’t pay any more but the golden days are done and we will ¿nd ways to cope. When we need upgrades to our tired facilities, what better time than when interest costs are at record lows! Our mayor and council make a habit of good decisions, such as the recent agreement with the Cowichan Tribes and the city. We see dike upgrading to prevent Àooding, sewer installations and the treatment facility maintained, sidewalks going in, a beautiful new park being used and safer roundabouts on the roads. We have seen council building effective partnerships with our neighbours and demonstrating good stewardship. We believe they will continue to do that. These are generous, decent people who would never descend into the self-absorbed ranting of one arrogant candidate. Would he be better behaved once in of¿ce? Some of the novice candidates are sounding like “solutions” looking for problems. If our council decides to invest in the tired old hall or in providing the services and facilities that our policemen, ¿re¿ghters and this community deserve, we’ll support them. These folks have deep and abiding roots here and we will continue trusting them with the management of our municipality. On Nov. 19, please vote. Jim and Julie Cooper are North Cowichan residents.
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a highly impacted local group,” Fraser writes. “The Cameron-Taggart residents deserve much better consideration from their local government and from me if I become their representative.” “ (I have) plenty of reasons,” Tatachari adds, “including: ¿scally irresponsible; lack of account-
Ask your candidate We asked south end candidates how they plan to react to the ECO Depot referendum. You are invited to ask any election cnadidate about whatever issues you think are pertinent. Most local civic election candidates have taken advantage of an invitation to submit their platforms in their own words, which were then posted and can be read at cowichannewsleader.com/news/election. And many of those seeking office in the Duncan, North Cowichan, Cowichan Valley Regional District and Cowichan Valley School Board elections are responding to questions posted by our staff and the public. In a bid to better connect you with the candidates, the News Leader Pictorial is inviting readers to add their comments and questions to these profiles by using the comment function. The candidates have been invited to respond to your posts. Just log onto the above address, read a candidate profile and post your question using the comment function at the bottom of the story.
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Cobble Hill’s Giles and Quast may not be so different Election 2011: ECO Depot the obvious divide but pair has some similarities Ashley Degraaf
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f you are basing your vote in Cobble Hill on the ECO Depot controversy, read no further. You already know incumbent Gerry Giles is a champion of the controversial Cameron-Taggart Road site and challenger Dara Quast is one of its most vocal critics. Beyond that, their differences are a little harder to quantify. In fact, in some ways, Quast is following in footsteps walked by Giles many years ago. Both initially dipped their toes into rural water issues before plunging into local politics. “What brought me into politics was really ground water,” Giles said. “When we moved into the Braithwaite area in 1972, it was a Àedgling community and we were on what was sold to us as a public water system. It ended up not to be that and we continued to run out of water. “That was motivated me to get involved. We then formed an improvement district and I became the chair of the improvement district, and for some 25 years was involved in trying to ensure our water
supply was not only adequate but that we were protecting and managing our groundwater aquifer in a responsible way.” Quast, who moved to Cobble Hill in 1989, had a similar start. “Four years ago, our water system in our neighbourhood was in serious jeopardy,” she said. “The provincial government wanted us to join with our neighbouring system, the Braithwaite Estates Improvement District. “At that time we rejected the idea because they wanted $12,000 per household and there’s 22 of us.” With Quast acting as ringleader, residents of Vanland Road got in touch with then-MLA John Horgan, went door knocking, took a “little trip to the Supreme Court” and eventually purchased their own system at a much more reasonable price. “I’m not new to this,” Quast said. “I’m very much about community involvement and co-operation. “This hasn’t been something that I woke up Oct. 4 and said ‘Let’s put some papers in.’ “I’ve been thinking about this a lot and for a while and really wanting to know if I can serve this community better.” Giles was ¿rst elected in 1979 and served on the Cowichan Valley Regional District board for six years, three of which as board chair. “What most people wouldn’t know about me is I went back to school when I was 45 with the idea of
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Dara Quast, left, and Gerry Giles faced off after press time last night in an all-candidates’ forum in Cobble Hill. graduating by the time I was 50 and I did that and obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in history and political science,” Giles said. She was re-elected in 2005 after being president of the B.C. Seniors Games Society. “I know my opponent has a lot of experience and has done wonderful things in this community, but I’m absolutely positive I could serve this community better,” Quast said. “People should not have to ¿ght every time something comes up.” Quast says she’s for creating better communication strategies. She holds a background in business
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and network system administration. “Through my educational experience, I have a very logical approach to things. I’m very big picture. “When I look at an issue, I look at it from a broad perspective and narrow it down.” Quast raised her daughter and son in Cobble Hill and is thrilled they’ve chosen nearby Shawnigan Lake to move to. She’s also been having lots of fun campaigning, making her rounds to people’s doorsteps. “I love people and I love it when they look at you and say, ‘Wow, I didn’t know that,’” she said. “It’s not
about changing people’s mind, it’s about giving them new information and all the information they need.” Both Quast and Giles found regional recreation on people’s minds. “People are of course concerned about taxation… but there’s also concern about the two-tier system with the aquatic centre in Duncan,” Giles said. “Lots of young families want better access to the pool for their kids and they’re concerned that the two-tier system continues on.” Giles predicted regional recreation funding will be front and centre on the CVRD board’s agenda come January. “What we’re currently looking at is a (funding) model that’s based on the Nanaimo Regional District and that’s probably a very reasonable start.” Quast admitted she’d look to board directors and staff for ideas on how to seal a solution for regional funding, but the time is now to dive in. Giles cheered Cobble Hill’s direction in the community’s new Of¿cial Community Plan. “We are an agricultural community and proud of it and we want to see our agricultural industry grow and Àourish. We have said agricultural land is exceptionally important to us.” Cobble Hill’s rural charm is what drew Quast to the community. “I remember the very ¿rst time they brought the horses into the backyard and little girls were riding the horses by and my daughter was just three years old then and just in awe. “I still think Cobble Hill is beautiful and it’s pretty rural.”
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Friday, November 11, 2011
Development divisions a matter of degrees in Mill Bay Election 2011: Candidates oppose widespread development, differ on what checks are necessary Ashley Degraaf
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evelopment may be the most obvious issue confronting the voters of Mill Bay. But it’s not going to be a wedge issue if the three people running for the community’s Cowichan Valley Regional District directorship can help it. With an abundance of development projects on stream, each candidate is talking about balancing Mill Bay’s quaint community aura with residential and commercial growth. “Do we need anymore (residential applications)?â€? wondered candidate Mike Walker before quickly concluding, “Not really.â€? “There are a lot applications out there and there’s also a lot of interest out there as well for the residential components,â€? he said, noting Mill Bay’s only current prime commercial space up for development is the Garnett family property located at the corner of Shawnigan Mill Bay Road and the Trans-Canada Highway at Pioneer Square. The 150-acre parcel known as Stonebridge has two pieces zoned commercial and about Âżve acres zoned for senior care, he explained. Developer Mike Baier of Limona Group in Victoria has been eyeing the property for a number of years and it’s likely his group’s application will be front-andcentre for the CVRD during the next term. “They’re negotiating with the Garnett family and they’re starting to put some plans together,â€? former
Angela Auchincloss, Mike Walker and Balu Tatachari, from left, talk during the Nov. 8 all-candidates forum. Mill Bay director Walker said. “I’d like to see the senior component developed and I would support the residential part of it and naturally Âżx up that commercial area, because it’s getting tired and it would be nice to see if it could be moved back a little further from the highway.â€? For candidate Angela Auchincloss, growth for Mill Bay means herding developers to areas speciÂżcally set out in the village containment boundary of the South Cowichan OfÂżcial Community Plan. “From what I know right now, the OCP has room for inÂżlling and I think we need to focus on doing it there and not have a lot of urban sprawl going on,â€? she said. Walker cited other residential projects like Ocean Terrace, Mill Springs and the Sangha Development as forces driving more commercial development. “If you look say at Shawnigan, they’ve had a pretty good expansion out there with their residen-
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tial developments but their commercial component is pretty empty, especially with their little village out there. They’ve got a lot of vacant stores.� That’s a future he wouldn’t want the seaside community to follow. He’s both optimistic and proud, doting on Mill Bay Centre’s hotbed of stores and community resources. “Mill Bay is known for its friendliness and camaraderie and I see how there’s quite an urban area and how there’s a rural area but everybody seems to manage to get along,� Auchincloss said. “I know that there are people here who like to live in their urban neighbourhoods where they feel safe and contained but also want to experience some of the open land and get their eggs and their meat and stuff like that.� For candidate Balu Tatachari, known for his strident opposition to the Bamberton proposal, more “homework� is needed. “We have large room for growth within the urban containment boundary for development,
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but development has to be done in a responsible fashion,â€? Tatachari said. “We have to look at the water infrastructure. There’s only so much land and there’s only so much water.â€? He said there are many missing pieces in the puzzle, including aquifer studies, a growth management plan and an extensive look at the community’s infrastructure. “Let’s take a step back. Let’s look at some of the issues we currently have and let’s Âżnd out about infrastructure issues and let’s get educated and then let’s be proactive,â€? he said. Quality of life is big for all three candidates. “It’s amazing how close of a community we have and how nice people are,â€? Walker said. Approximately 4,500 people currently reside in Mill Bay/Malahat, and about 2,700 live in Mill Bay Village. There are about 1,000 residences in the Village Containment Boundary, almost all of them singlefamily dwellings. Growth doesn’t necessarily mean the community feel will change, predicted Walker. He pointed to Mill Springs, where concerns have diminished as the proposal proved to be “well-likedâ€? and “safe.â€? Walker didn’t care to comment on the current status of Mill Bay’s long-standing Bamberton proposal, which recently saw its residential portion stripped. CVRD staffers are currently tinkering with its commercial components. “It’s in limbo,â€? Walker said. But Tatachari didn’t hesitate to get his two cents in. “I don’t know why they insist on rushing (the Bamberton commercial portion) through,â€? he said. “Bamberton’s going to be a pain in the backside for many people for years to come still,â€? Auchincloss said. “To me, it’s all about the Saanich Inlet. “I think we really need to take a look at it from all perspectives.â€?
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Lines easily drawn between Cowichan Bay choices Election 2011: Iannidinardo pledges to continue path of shaping Cowichan Bay, Hunt wants to take more of a hands-off approach Krista Siefken
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hen Lori Iannidinardo and Greg Hunt talk about representing Cowichan Bay, one has to wonder if they mean the same community. Because while both candidates promise an approach based on public input, they’re practically polar opposites on solutions to solve the bay’s issues. Challenger Hunt, for example, talks about a “common-sense approach” to problem solving, with a focus on ¿nances — something he says hasn’t been happening under Iannidinardo’s watch. “I feel we need a more balanced situation — everything has to be balanced,” he said. Funnily enough, balance is important to incumbent Iannidinardo, too. But it appears the candidates are using different scales. “I believe that lasting economic prosperity and environmental sustainability must go hand in hand,” she
said. “I believe in balanced community development with fair taxes, access to services and protection of our land and water for future generations.” That theme has run through Iannidinardo’s three-year term at the Cowichan Valley Regional District board table, and is best illustrated in the bay’s CittaSlow standing that recognizes sustainable economic diversity. But clearly, not everyone is a fan. “The people I’ve been talking to are looking for more balance,” Hunt said. “I feel that this election is about the residents of the community, and that is important to me. “I feel the residents, for quite some time, have not had a true voice in local issues, and I feel that Greg Hunt will certainly allow the residents of the area to be heard — and I will be their strong voice to put that information across.” Iannidinardo, however, wonders just what “community” Hunt means. “His interests have focused more on the rights of the waterfront property owners,” she said. That may be a group Iannidinardo has alienated — her advocacy for
protecting eco-sensitive bay waters and trees, and restricting some development has not always endeared her to them. But Iannidinardo says she aims to represent everyone. “No one group can take priority, or control, over the whole community,” she said. “I believe everybody matters when you’re a regional director — you represent all the residents.” That means those in the bay’s quaint core and those in its rural outlands, too. Hunt said representation should include ¿ghting for a fair and equitable regional recreation strategy, and enhanced parking along the bay’s ¿le waterfront core. Lori Iannidinardo is the incumbent, Greg Hunt is the challenger in the Cowichan Valley Regional “I know it (regional rec) might take District director’s race in Cowichan Bay. some time and energy to get that ful¿lled, but that is one of the areas that the community is concerned “That’s been a 40-year issue in CowWhether voters agree will be decided about, and parking is always an issue ichan Bay, and I’ve been working on at the polls Nov. 19. that comes up, so that’s another area that,” Iannidinardo said in response to “I ran this campaign to make sure I’d certainly like to zero my thoughts Hunt’s concern about parking. we gave the people in Area D an on,” he said. Hunt suggested a binding “There are different solutions that opportunity to vote,” Hunt said. “We regional recreation referendum would we’re looking at, but it’s not quite live in a democratic society and that allow “the whole valley” to decide on as easy as people from the outside is why I made the choice — to make a solution once and for all, and added believe. I’m not sure Mr. Hunt unsure people in Area D had a choice research must continue on solving the derstands the issues — his comments about who they want to be their area parking problem. seem to be broad and generalized.” director.”
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1980: schools
DATELINE: COWICHAN
by Ann Andersen
School trustee candidate Phyllis Bomford said she saw a need for much more career preparation and career exploration. “I see it as part of the curriculum rather than as the job of one person (school counsellor),” she said.
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Said candidate Anne Murray: “We have to remember that kids leaving school today will probably have five or six jobs before retirement. We also have to train them to be flexible and to accept changes in their lives.”
“I’m in favour of Indian (sic) Studies being available in our schools, said candidate Don Kerr. “The native culture is local culture and whites should be exposed to it.” The program would have to be based on demand and finances available, he said.
Veteran politicians reÅect on their role Dateline 1980: 1980: Barker, Coleman talk politics Ann Andersen
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ith municipal elections just around the corner, a quick look back at thoughtful reactions to public of¿ce by two former City of Duncan mayors seems appropriate. The late Doug Barker, then an alderman, said one of the major challenges of the aldermanic position was the constant shifting of areas of concentration as council members were asked to decide on everything from sewage and drainage to heritage issues. “There’s a great deal of satisfaction in seeing the solutions which you’ve suggested, after a great deal of study, come to life in a positive way in the community around you,” he said. Then mayor Mike Coleman conducted his city hall duties alongside a busy law practice. Half of his mayoralty time was spent on regular council and committee meetings and 15 per cent spent performing “¿gurehead” duties — attending fair and festival openings, speaking at conventions and local groups’ annual meetings, for example. “Often as an alderman, you wonder during meetings if people really care about the decisions you make. You don’t often see or hear how the decisions affect people. The social accessibility of the mayor provides the opportunity to actually talk to the people.”
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Graham Bruce takes the trimmers to perhaps the valley’s best-known set of upperlip hairs — the curled mustache of his old friend, local soccer godfather Bill Keserich.
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ill Keserich’s famous handlebar mustache has always been priceless to him. How much is it worth to the public? Oh, about $10,520 for prostate cancer, so Keserich sold out for a worthy cause. The Duncan Kiwanis Club’s 49th-annual fundraising dinner last Friday night at the Eagles Hall was the scene of something extraordinary that led to a whole new appearance for Keserich. The primary purpose of the dinner, emceed by Keserich, was to raise $10,000 to supply travelling teams from the Cowichan Valley Soccer Association — the organization Keserich heads — in new uniforms. Many other community groups have bene¿ted over the years from the generosity of the Kiwanis club. “It’s always been a good fundraiser for us,’’ said Kiwanis secretary Jamie Lowes.
This fundraiser wound up going a little over the top. Graham Bruce was in attendance and went on stage with Keserich, recounting their many years of friendship. As part of Movember month, Bruce then urged the crowd to donate the required amount to make Keserich happy enough to have his mustache clipped. “It was an ad hoc thing that happened during the drawing of the tickets,’’ said Keserich. “I was challenged and I said I wouldn’t do it for less than $10,000.’’ The crowd responded and surpassed that amount in a remarkably short period of time. “In less than an hour, that’s a lot of money to raise,’’ said Keserich. “Bill has been very involved with youth soccer most of his life and you also know his mustache has been his trademark,’’ said Lowes. “When he saw the $10,000 came through so quickly, he felt very good about it. “I was amazed it happened so quickly,’’ added Lowes. The fundraisers have provided
money for basketball teams and numerous Kiwanis projects. This put the charitable aspects of the organization into a whole new light. “This was a departure and we’re very happy to do it,’’ said Lowes. So how are people responding to Keserich’s new, short-moustache look? Wife Wendy ¿gures Bill’s had his mustache for 42 years, and yet a sleepy crowd at the soccer ¿elds Saturday morning needed a wake-up call. “No one noticed until Garrett Elliott and Roger Bruce came,’’ said Wendy. “They had been at the dinner. I think because of the goatee. They used scissors and didn’t shave it.” Wendy said the idea was only sprung on Bill the day of the dinner. “He said ‘I won’t do it for eight (thousand). I’ll do it for 10.’’’ Bill is taking his new look in stride, especially after the initial reception it received. ”No one even noticed it,’’ he remarked. “People were driving by and not even paying attention.’’ Everyone’s sure to be at attention now when they see him.
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Friday, November 11, 2011
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Carver Michael Timmins’ moose-antler sculpture High Call was displayed during the Oct. 30 opening of the Wild Wings Art Show at Just Jake’s, while LiLi Dowling-Eskelson admires Leanne Hodges’ imposing painting Grizzly Queen Calls The Chum Run Home. The multi-media exhibit runs until Nov. 13, helping raise funds for Somenos Marsh programs.
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Film crew exploring the Dark Waters of Crime in Cowichan Peter W. Rusland
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A good natural way of avoiding constipation is to eat some dried fruit. Dried apricots are a good choice. They contain fibre and the sugar content in them doesn’t release in any large amount until the fruit reaches the large intestine where the sugars will draw water into that area. Be careful not to overdose, though. It is the flu season and there are ways you can avoid it. One way, obviously, is to stay away from people who have the flu. Washing your hands regularly throughout the day also helps because those flu viruses can stay on door knobs and other
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But Fearn raved about shooting Nov. 5 and 6 at Cowichan’s new VIU campus. “It’s a fantastic facility — it looked great.” Continuing-studies head, Nancy Hamilton, said Skye and Rice are in instructor Jay Ruzesky’s ¿lm-studies course. “They shadowed during ¿lm production to see what’s involved, from start to ¿nish.” That’s the kind of exposure Film Cowichan boss Louise McMurray wants. “They scouted this area for a few months.” There’s also talk of Dark Waters people working with local ¿lm students and adults during a summer ¿lm camp, McMurray said. “With each production, and news about our area, the more I’m contacted by people with skills in this area — and that comes with media coverage we get too.”
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Jim Moffatt: (left) headlines the Cowichan Folk Guild Coffee House Saturday — a folk evening with an open stage, featured performer and square dancing too, 7 p.m., Duncan United Church. Tickets $7. By donation for members.
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Doug Cox and Betty Soo: They live 2,500 miles apart, but Vancouver Islander Doug Cox and Austin-based Betty Soo have teamed up to produce an exquisite sound that gathers their different places together, Saturday 8 p.m., Dancing Bean Café, 9752 Willow St., Chemainus. Tickets $12. Call 250-246-5050.
The Man Of Many Voices: Versatile Johnny Vallis, left, cranks up his tribute to a a variety of musical legends at the Cobblestone Inn Saturday night. Call the pub at 250-743-4232 for details.
A Christmas tale to Äre up the warm fuzzies Countryside Christmas: Chemainus Theatre aims to add some surprises to latest play’s traditional holiday feel Don Bodger
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t’s A Wonderful Life, A Christmas Carol and other traditional Christmastime classics always bring warm and fuzzy feelings, but audiences know exactly what’s coming next. The Chemainus Theatre Festival is presenting something different for the holidays with the staging of Countryside Christmas Nov. 11 through Dec. 31, a production that revives the element of surprise and takes people on a voyage of discovery. It’s sure to stir the emotions much in the same way Memories Of A Christmas Ornament did in 1997. The play, co-written by CTF artistic director Mark DuMez and education co-ordinator Nicolle Nattrass, revolves around the Cornwall family sharing holiday cheer and songs on Christmas Eve at its cottage on Vancouver Island. “It has a local setting which is fun and it has
Familiar face in new role Countryside Christmas may be Julie McIsaac’s first assignment as a director at the Chemainus Theatre Festival, but she’s no stranger to regular patrons. McIsaac took the apprenticeship program at CTF that led into two kids’ play shows — The Nightingale and Munsch Alley. After that, she appeared in five main stage shows: Little Women, She Stoops To Conquer, My Fair Lady, Hay Fever and, most recently, Fiddler On The Roof last summer. After Countryside Christmas, she’s going to play Edgar in King Lear at the Havana Theatre in Vancouver next February. “I’m excited about that,’’ she said. “I always want a new challenge.’’ Joelle Rabu, one of the six actors in Countryside Christmas, is coming off her one-person show Tonight…Piaf. Going from the solo act to the Christmas cast couldn’t be more different. “I had to drop the French accent and stop getting so serious and lighten up,’’ she said.
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things that are unique to the West Coast,’’ said Julie McIsaac, 30, a veteran of seven CTF productions who’s making her directorial debut in Chemainus. “I have directed smaller plays in Vancouver. I’m having a ton of fun with it and hoping to do more.’’ Members of a three-piece band and the actors themselves perform songs of the season from popular artists ranging from John Denver and the Carpenters to Credence Clearwater Revival, and Christmas favourites such as Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree and Run, Run Rudolph. “They wanted to set the show in the mid’80s,’’ explained McIsaac. “That meant all the music had to come previous to that date. “We’ve got a great mix for any musical taste. At the same time, we’re performing it in a brand new way with all new musical arrangements.’’ A fair estimate, McIsaac said, would be a 50-50 split between musical and theatrical segments. She praised the efforts of DuMez and Nattrass for bringing the human element of o the Cornwalls into the mix. “There’s tons of familiar music and yet they’ve got this really great story in there,’’ t McIsaac said. “They’ve done a great job in M ¿nding a balance. I really feel like there’s going i to be something in it for everyone.’’ People will readily relate to some of the characters in their own family setting, she added. a “Everyone’s going to be able to come and hear h their relatives speaking in a sense.’’ Joelle Rabu plays mom Judy Cornwall, one of o six actors in the show. “I’m thrilled to see a fresh new Christmas production coming to the stage,’’ she said. p “It’s “ very warm and tender and zany. It’s got a bit b of everything.’’ Rabu’s Judy and her husband of 30 years, Harry (Stephen Sparks), are sticklers for H Christmas routines. C “We have song lists we must sing, we have traditional dinners we must eat,’’ said Rabu. t “He “ and I are in that world.’’ Family dynamics come into play when 16-year-old son Tom (Benjamin Elliott) shows up unexpectedly and 20-year-old s daughter Sissy (Jennie Neumann) enters into d
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Anton Lipovetsky plays Kyle and Jennie Neumann is Sissy in a Countryside Christmas at the Chemainus Theatre Festival, running today until Dec. 31. a serious relationship. Rabu clearly sees some of herself in Judy: “I think when I chastise my son and my husband, yet Judy is the traditionalist, really,’’ she said. “She’s constantly cleaning or decorating. I am that person in that family.’’ Juggling several duties is a given for Rabu’s Judy. “I’m on percussion in some of the numbers and my daughter as well,’’ she said. “Don’t forget, I’m busy cooking a turkey here.’’
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Anton Lipovetzky (Kyle/Grandma Cornwall) and Mark Hellman (neighbour Whiskey Joe Nelson) are the other cast members. “There are plenty of things going wrong with the cottage,’’ hinted McIsaac. “I grew up in cottage country in Ontario. It’s close to my heart, for sure.’’ “I’m really looking forward to seeing how the audience will enjoy this,’’ said Rabu. “It’s brand new. It’s fresh. It still has all that tradition.’’
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McKeen and Jones: Original songs and a bag of classic covers everybody knows and
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Bonnie St Croix: touring her new CD Canadian Girl, where one song was recorded in each province and territory of Canada with guest artists from each area, including Natalie MacMaster, Stephen
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Victoria Symphony Alain Trudel, Conductor Krysztof Jablonski, Piano
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Jablonski plays Tchaikovsky at the
The Legion Christmas Craft & Gift Sale: Enjoy the jovial atmosphere in this cozy market while you shop for unique gifts. Buy raffle tickets and order lunch at the concession. at the Chemainus Legion Hall. 10 am to 3 pm. 9775 Chemainus Road. Call
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Sunday French Cooking: join classically trained Chef Darrell Spare as he prepares a three course meal, 1 to 3 p.m., at the Foxglove Community Gardens and Cooking School 8035 Vye Rd Crofton in Crofton. Cost $25. Call 250246-4967. Anna Borch: a singer/songwriter and Brentwood student performs on the second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom,
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Monday 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.
Tuesday Dress Rehearsal Tuesday: musicians drop in and play a few of their new works while others attempt for the first time. No fear, no attitudes, just people getting their legs (drum kit and amps are set in place for this evening), 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 330 Duncan Street. Tickets are $5. Call 250-748-7246. SD79 all-candidates’ meeting: meet the candidates for school trustee, 7 p.m., multi purpose room, Chemainus Secondary School.
Nov. 10-12, 17-19, 2011 (Thurs, Fri & Sat) 7:30 PM at the
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DEATHS BOLESLAW Palasz Feb. 20, 1925 - Nov. 8, 2011
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Whereas, David Zabok, is indebted to Somerset Manor, 2556 Dingwall St, Duncan for approximately $1800.00 for rent, packaging, transportation & storage. Notice is hereby given that on November 11, 2011 or thereafter the belongings will be sold according to law. For information contact (250)748-7764
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 ✔
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Scott Hafenbrack
WFP is currently seeking a Planning / Production Assistant to join our Mainland Coast Operation located approximately 20 minutes north of Campbell River. This full-time 18 month term position may include some travel to the coastal islands and inlets.Reporting to the Operation’s Planner, this role will be an integral part of all business functions at the operation, aligned to support the overall success of the organization. Critical skills and experience will include all aspects of office and data administration, reporting and analysis, accounts payables and receivables, in addition to admin. tasks necessary to support engineering,forestry, and production functions. Data management, invoicing and accounting functions will also be primary duties.
1.888.546.2886
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GORD SMITH Mechanical requires a ticketed heavy duty mechanic. Reply with resume to PO Box 1452, Lake Cowichan, BC V0R 2G0.
FARM WORKERS HORSE farm in Glenora area looking for farm help 5 mornings a week, $11/hr, 15 hrs a week, pls call Angela, 250-710-6811 HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS
ISLAND HAIRCUTTINGbusy salon is looking for P/T or F/T stylist. 250-746-7114.
A complete and detailed job posting can be viewed at: http: //www.western forest.com/careers/current _openings.php
HELP WANTED
Wescon Doors
Is currently hiring 3 new production employees. Dedication to your job plus a strong desire to learn and excel in producing a high quality custom product is essential. Strong math skills are an asset. Heavy lifting and standing for long periods of time is required as is a keen eye for detail. Come join a team of long term employees who work hard and who take pride in their work. If you are looking for a long term job - with a competitive benefit package please drop off your resume to: Wescon Doors 5120 Polkey Road Duncan, near ICBC
WESTERN FOREST OFFERS COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION THAT INCLUDES CORE VACATION HEALTH BENEFITS WITH THIS POSITION. If you believe that you have the skills and qualifications that we are looking for, please reply in confidence to: Human Resource Department Facsimile: (1)866.840.9611 Email: resumes@ westernforest.com Application Deadline: Thursday, November 24, 2011 Reference Code: MCO Admin
CASUAL POSITION available for day program, servicing adults with high needs. Experience an asset. Send resume to movinon@shaw.ca
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A SMALL HOTEL WITH PUB restaurant & liquor store Is looking for a bartender, servers and cooks as well as retail clerk with liquor store experience. Please state hours available to work. Please respond with resume by fax to 250-748-1850
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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
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from 1:00 until 8:00 pm. Come and join us for an evening of fun, shopping, food and fellowship. Vendors wanted. Contact Darlene at 250-732-0615
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Unit 2, 5380 Trans Canada Hwy., Duncan 250-746-4471 PERSONALS
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SELF EMPOWERED woman interested in having healthy, balanced friendships with men & women in the Duncan area. (250)732-9050
Warm-hearted man, early 50’s, wishes to meet a gentle, warm-hearted woman from the Cowichan Valley area.... Respond to file #A-956, c/o News Leader Pictorial, 2-5380 TCH, Duncan, BC V9L 6W4
NEED ENTERTAINERS for Cowichan Cat Rescue daytime Fundraiser, November 18th & 19th. Please call Maureen 250-746-4749.
KWAM KWUM SULI PROGRAM COORDINATOR Is an HIV/AIDS prevention program. Coordinator will ensure program objectives are achieved. RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop youth orientated workshops One to one contact with clients Co-facilitate Support group and workshops Refer clients to appropriate resources Provide reports for funding sources QUALIFICATIONS: Facilitation Experience Must be comfortable talking about High risk sexual behaviours Counselling skill Knowledge of local Aboriginal culture Preference will be given to qualified person of Aboriginal ancestry Must have grade 12 or equivalent education Please submit resume and a cover letter to Hiiye’yu Lelum, #106-5462 Trans Canada Hwy or fax to 250-748-2238 by 4pm, November 14, 2011
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• Stop Smoking • Addictions • Fears & Phobia • Weight Loss • Self Esteem/Confidence Assisting People in the Valley for 19 years
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We are still hiring - Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilfield construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilfield roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transportation daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-723-5051.
TRADES, TECHNICAL
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Pharmacy Technician!
Available ONLINE, or at our Kamloops campus
Local construction company requires experienced carpenter. Applicants must have valid BC drivers license and own hand tools. Salary will be based on experience & qualifications. Submit resume with reference contact information to: File #A955, Cowichan News Leader Pictorial, 1-5380 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan, B.C., V9L 6W4
Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic or Millwright
ADVANTAGE ENGINE & COMPRESSOR SERVICES LTD. has an immediate opening. 3rd & 4th year apprentices will be considered depending on experience. Successful candidate will operate a service vehicle in northern Alberta. Must be willing to work overtime and/or long hours. Exp. in natural gas compression a definite asset. We offer very Competitive Wages, Bonuses and Benefit Plan.
E-mail resume to: jobs@ advantage-engine.ca or Fax to: 780-622-4409
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Advertising Representative TEMPORARY POSITION This is a fantastic opportunity to develop a rewarding career in advertising and marketing. We currently require temporary display advertising sales help. This is an excellent opportunity for a longer term position. The Cowichan News Leader Pictorial is a division of Black Press Ltd., Canada’s largest independent newspaper company with more than 180 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii. We offer a great working environment with a competitive base salary and commission plan coupled with a strong benefits package. Please forward your resume with a cover letter by November 25, 2011 to:
email: publisher@cowichannewsleader.com A driver’s license, the use of your own vehicle and valid insurance are required. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Insurance Manager Position Available The Insurance Manager is responsible for managing the overall operation of the Insurance Services division and will have extensive knowledge of ICBC, personal lines, and commercial lines. Experience with ICBC Driver Services is also preferred. The successful candidate will have completed all courses to hold a Nominee Insurance license as well as related experience within the industry. If you are interested in this position, contact John DeLeeuw PO Box 430, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A3 or jdeleeuw@ldcu.ca by Nov. 18, 2011.
BEST MASSAGE, on Vancouver Island, $50/hr, 7 days by appt. 250-510-1963.
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
ROXUL Inc.
is a manufacturer and marketer of insulation products in the North American market place with production facilities in Milton, ON and Grand Forks, B.C. Our expanding company is a subsidiary of Rockwool International, manufacturing high quality hi-performance mineral wool products.
Industrial Electrician We currently have a position available for a Certified Industrial Electrician. Preference will be given to those candidates with PLC experience (preferably Siemens S7) and computer skills. This position entails shift work including 12 hour shifts. Competitive compensation package including benefits. Human Resources, ROXUL Inc. 6526 Industrial Pkway, P.O. Box 2890 Grand Forks, B.C. V0H 1H0 Fax: 250-442-5278 e-mail: Jim.holmes@roxul.com We thank all applicants; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
HELP WANTED
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CITY OF DUNCAN Accountant / Office Manager The City of Duncan is looking for an Accountant / Office Manager for the Finance & Administration Department who will work closely with the Director of Finance in managing the financial strength of the City. The responsibilities of this position include the supervision, direction, and administration of the day-today operations of the Finance Department and the general oversight of the front office. Other duties for this position include assisting with preparing year-end financial statements and supporting schedules, assisting with budgeting and preparing the financial plan, reconciling and balancing accounts, preparing journal entries and government reporting, performing account analyses, and other related tasks. As the ideal candidate, you will have completed the third year towards a professional designation in accounting such as the Certified General Accountant or the Certified Management Accountant Program with a minimum of two years’ prior experience, ideally in a municipal environment. You will have a thorough knowledge of the principles, best practices and concepts related to financial management and accounting. You will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public, and a solid knowledge of computer systems and financial programs. A detailed job description and list of qualifications are available on the City’s website www.duncan.ca. This is an exempt position with a 35-hour work week. The starting salary for this position is $55,000-$65,000 annually (commensurate with experience) with a very competitive benefits package. Qualified applicants are invited to submit their detailed resume, containing full details of education, training and experience, date available, and three references, IN CONFIDENCE by 4:00 p.m. Monday, November 21, 2011 to the attention of Peter de Verteuil – Director of Finance, City of Duncan, 200 Craig Street, Duncan, BC, V9L 1W3 or by email to peter@duncan.ca
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The first CCAPP accredited program in BC Online program – 10 months - Class work can be done from home - Constant instructor support - 6 weeks of on-campus labs required We also offer an Online Medical Transcription Program 9 months– starts monthly
CARPENTER – EXPERIENCED
HELP WANTED
INC.
is looking for YOU! Need some extra money? Have a reliable vehicle? Like working outdoors in all types of weather? Available on Wednesdays and Fridays? We require adult relief carriers in the Cowichan Valley. What you must have: • Must have insured, reliable vehicle What you’ll be doing: • Door to door delivery of the News Leader Pictorial • Pickup papers from warehouse and deliver papers to homes on assigned route(s) When we will need you: • Be available on-call for Wednesday and Friday deliveries What you receive: • Each route is paid a per piece rate • Fuel bonus • A HUGE THANK YOU! If this is something you are interested in, please contact:
Lara Stuart Circulation Manager 250-746-4451 x224 circulation@cowichannewsleader.com
LADYSMITH CARRIER ROUTES FRIDAY DELIVERIES PERMANENT CARRIERS REQUIRED ON THE FOLLOWING ROUTES: 656300 – Dogwood, Holland Creek (61 papers) 656305 – Bayview, Clarke, Gifford, Stephensen (88 papers) 656400 – 401-533 Baden-Powell/Methuen/ Roberts/White, 110-340 Fifth/Fourth (72 papers) 656450 – 109-333 Baden-Powell, 203-333 Methuen/Roberts/White, 110-340 Second/Third (111 papers) 656452 – ** 8-33 Baden-Powell, 7-340 Esplanade, 100-341 First, 104-127 Forward, 9-149 Methuen, 9-133 White (139 papers) ** 656500 – 409-532 Buller/Gatacre/High, 410640 Fifth, 631-641 Sixth (61 papers) 656502 – 200-399 Buller/Gatacre/High, 400-699 Fourth/Second/Third (58 papers) 656550 – 11-133 Buller/Gatacre/High, 410640 Esplanade/First (54 papers) 656700 – 700-1099 Esplanade/First/Second, 1-199 French/Kitchener/Symonds/ Warren (69 papers) 657000 – Hooper, Ridgway, Rothdale, Russell (56 papers) 657050 – Ashwell, Gourlay, Louise, McNiven, Tassin (77 papers) All paper counts are approximates ** Indicates a route that can be split up CALL LARA TODAY
746-4451, EXT 224
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KENMORE STACKABLE washer & dryer, $220. (250)748-5896.
ATTENTION ARTISTS & Photographers Michaela’s (beside Safeway) is cleaning out their mat drawers. Bring in your pictures and see what fits at bargain prices. $1.00 - $5.00 for cut mats of various sizes and colours. 250-746-1658. Open 10-5 Monday-Friday, 10-4 Saturday.
UNDER $100 CLARITY PHONE C4210 model, cord-less, com w/hearing aids, gently used. $60. (250)749-6228.
FREE ITEMS HUGE CHERRY TREE, FREE....Take down and haul away at your expense. Call 250-710-2908
FRIENDLY FRANK ORIGINAL WATER colour of Chemainus River by Jeannette Hart, $90 obo. 250-245-3952
FUEL/FIREWOOD 5 CORDS of Mill ends, $295 delivered. Or you pick up, $50 pickup load. Call (250)4160069.
HOME CARE SUPPORT HOME CARE: So you or a loved one can stay at home. 53 years young with 15 years experience, first aid, CPR and current criminal record check. Excellent references. $15/hr. Linda 250-597-7778
SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest firewood producer offers firewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords, fast delivery. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com or 1877-902-WOOD.
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CRIMINAL RECORD?
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HERITAGE Pawn
30% OFF all Jewellery! Basix Drum Kit, KEF C75 stereo speakers, ExoPC Windows 7 Tablet, Makita belt sander, Craftsman scroll saw. 250-746-9810, 430 Whistler www.heritage pawnbrokers.com HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
APARTMENT/CONDO
1 & 2 Bdrm
Renovated Apartments Quiet, secure & newly renovated. Overlooks lovely gardens. Seniors Welcome!
Royal Alexander Apts
2575 Alexander St., Duncan
(250)746-6442
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2 BDRM apt located in Tansor Industrial Park, F/S, W/D, elec/gas heat, large sundeck, N/P. Dec 1. $800. (250)7011919 or 250-701-1914 $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).
APARTMENT/CONDOS DUNCAN, Clean 1 bdrm condo, newly reno’d, 5 appl’s, close to all amenities, 1 stall. $99,500. (250)709-2350
MORTGAGES
7 piece bdrm suite, Queen. $300. Solid wood entertainment unit, $100. 250-715-5971
WE BUY HOUSES
Call or email for products
(250) 510-6305
Pure-bred Min-Pin male puppy for sale, 9 wks old. First shots. $400 (250) 701-7483
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CLASSIFIEDS WORK HARD! Call 310.3535
BOOKS FOR Sale. Cowichan Cat Rescue, Moose Hall, November 18th & 19th.
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APARTMENT/CONDO CENTRAL LOCATION, Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bdrms, balcony, F/S, hot water, parking, pet considered, $525$950/mo. Call 250-748-7764.
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CARPETS wrinkled? Restretch first room $75/$25 additional. Also tiles, laminate flooring installed. Semi-retired tradesman, reliable. Joe, 250701-8985.
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COWICHAN BAY. Nice 1 bdrm condo, w/patio. $700. Avail now. NP/NS. Refs. 250245-0835, 250-246-4999. CROFTON- 2 Bdrm Apartment 5 appls. NS/NP. $750+ utils. References req’d. Available Dec 1. 250-246-2473. DUNCAN: 1 & 2-bdrm, 5 appls, close to School, Hospital and bus route. $650-$800 utils. Lv msg: 250-597-4018. 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. DUNCAN: 2 bdrm condo, 5 appl’s, small pet ok, secure entry, walk to Community Centre, VIU. $830. 250-701-2107 DUNCAN, 2 bdrm, very clean, 5 appl’s, N/S, N/P, non-partier, Dec 1st. –second floor walk up, $800/mo. plus utilities, 250-246-1906. DUNCAN: 55+ condo, 2 bdrm, 5 appl’s, gas F/P, storage, secure level entry, walk to shopping, small pet ok. $825. Call (250)746-5669. DUNCAN- (8 km north) furnished studio apartment, on 8 acres. Laundry, satellite, heat, hydro. $550. (250)748-1310.
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DUNCAN- SUITS responsible, clean tenant(s), 1 bdrm+ den condo. D/W, ensuite W/D, NS/NP. Available Now. References req’d. $700. Call (250)746-7389. LAKE COW: (waterfront) 1 bdrm, $570. Utils separate. Close to all amenities. N/P. 250-708-0703, 250-749-6857.
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CLEAN 2 bdrm, bright, spacious, on bus route, quiet complex, 5 appls. Caretaker, ref’s req’d. $750. 1-250-474-0545.
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.
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OLDER 3 Bdrm trailer in 55+ park, Gibbins Rd. Fixer upper. Pet ok. Call 250-709-4444
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CROFTON- 2 bdrm, in suite laundry, parking. Avail now! $780+ utils. 250-210-0756.
YOUBOU- 2 bdrm, garden, lrg yrd, parking, pets ?, laundry. $610. (250)210-0756.
Service Directory 9OUR COMPLETE GUIDE TO 0ROFESSIONAL 3ERVICES IN THE #OWICHAN 6ALLEY
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PAINTING
COMPLETE BOOKKEEPING Services for small business. Fast, friendly and efficient. Kathy 250-743-8194.
HOUSE CLEANING. Experienced, friendly & responsible. Call Kathy 250-743-8194
ABLE COMPUTER REPAIR In-home service. Seniors’ discount. Nico 250-746-6167
Dale’s Lawn cutting & Weeding. Leaves, weeding, hedge trimming, general yard cleanup. (250) 510-1904
ALL RUBBISH removal, small renovations, deck work, carpentry, painting, plumbing, and evestrough cleaning. Seniors discount. Ian 250-743-6776.
EXCEL BOOKKEEPING SERVICES. Small to medium businesses. (250)597-1313.
M.A’s. CLEANUP, house & yard work, dog walk, rubbish removal. Senior discount. (250)701-0765
TREE SERVICES
TREE SERVICES
ELECTRICAL
P.M.
MOBILE MILLING LTD.
250-743-8284 or pmmill@telus.net
A SERVICE PLUMBER. Licence, Insured. Drains, HWT, Reno’s, Repairs. Senior Discounts. After Hour Service. Call Coval Plumbing, 250709-5103.
HAULING AND SALVAGE
A1 Hauling/Delivery
250-743-0326. ELECTRICIAN Licensed and bonded. Reasonable rates, free estimates, upgrades & renos. Call Kelly.
250-510-4745
FENCING PETTER’S YARD Care, 20 years experience, Landscaping, Pressure Washing, Light Hauling. Call 250-748-9775.
HANDYPERSONS CLASSIFIED ADS MEAN MORE BUSINESS Call 310.3535
PLUMBING
MULTI TALENTED - Jack of all Trades! $25/hr. Work guaranteed! 250-510-0234
1A ELECTRICIAN, licenced, bonded, Small Jobs Specialist, panel upgrades and renos. All work guaranteed since 1989. Rob at 250-732-PLUG (7584).
Custom On Site Milling, Siding, Fencing, Beams, Lumber Grading, Lumber Sales, Cedar, Fir & Clears Excavator c/w Thumb Fully Insured NOW AVAILABLE! custom cedar fence panels
PAT THE PAINTER. Small jobs ok. 25 years exp. Seniors discount. Call 250-246-0248.
INTERIOR HOME maintenance, 30 years carpentry exp Pensioner rates. Small jobs welcome. Call (250)709-9965
STUCCO/SIDING
Furniture Office Equipment Appliances Tenant Leftovers Yard Waste Lumber Yard P/U Rubbish Construction Debris
HOUSEHOLD SERVICES
STUCCO - Including small jobs and refacing old stucco. Guaranteed. 250-715-5883
Small Moving Jobs Welcome
* Gutters * Windows * Siding * Moss treatment * Pressure washing
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Bob’s Hauling & Free Pickup Metal, batteries, wine & liquor bottles, pop & beer tins, juice containers.
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Mill Bay/Duncan 250-743-3306 Chemainus/Ladysmith 250-324-3343
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LOVELY 1 & 2-BDRM suites, Central Duncan, seniors oriented bldg, heat included, N/S, N/P. Please call Art at 250-746-7241.
PARKLAND PLACE 620 Dobson Road 250-748-0496
COBBLE HILL- 1 bdrm cottage, private, on acreage. N/S, small pet considered. Cable, hydro, fridge, stove all incl’d, $800 mo. Available Dec. 1st. Call 250-733-2026.
DUNCAN, 5 miles west, 1 bdrm suite 32’x28’ single bay shop attached. Great for home business. Electric/wood heat. 4 appliances, located on 2.5 acres, N/P. $1000/mo. Available Dec 1. 250701-1919 or 250-701-1914.
FREE Heat, hotwater & parking. Low hydro. Walking distance to: Shopping, Restaurants, Malaspina College, Pubs, Chances Casino. Quiet building with video security. Adjacent to 27 acres of parkland including playing fields, walking trails, swimming holes & fishing.
3 BDRM Townhouse, new floors, 1.5 bath, FS, Drapes, WD hookup. Sundeck, lots of parking, quiet, near hospital, cheap to heat, incl cable. Avail now. $950. Call 250-748-7992, 250-748-2727. 250-709-7992.
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Island Senior Women’s League game to Velox. The Cowichan Third XV Piggies recorded a 22-0 victory over Peninsula Sunday. Two tries were scored by Ty Jones, with Bricklen Anderson adding another. Owen Wood kicked two conversions and a penalty. “It was a hard-fought game,’’ said Cowichan spokesman Tom Fogarty. “The guys played really well together and it was a good turnout for Cowichan — the best turnout we’ve had all year.’’ That wasn’t the case for the Cowichan Under 19 juniors, who only had 12 players for a game at James Bay Sunday. The boys elected to do their best with a shorthanded lineup. “You can play,’’ explained Cowichan coach Dave Grisdale. “They have to match you in the scrum. “We were shorthanded. I’ve got to credit the players.’’ Remarkably, Cowichan held a 21-15 lead with 10 minutes remaining. “It was probably the best overall performance I’ve seen the guys play all year,’’ said Grisdale. But they ran out of gas at the end and James Bay took a 32-21 victory. Drew McCarthy and Kieran Lauridsen were fantastic for Cowichan in the losing cause. Cowichan goes into the playoffs as the fourth-place team in the league and faces the daunting task of playing against No. 1 Oak Bay this weekend.
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In sickness and in health, vow for midgets is to stick together Rep hockey report: Trudgeon’s troops trudge past Comox in impressive fashion Don Bodger
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attling Comox with a bout of the Àu going through the team didn’t help the Cowichan Valley Midget Tier 1
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Spousal support works, as skip Vicki Sjoberg joins husband Neil to sweep a rock into the house during a cashspiel at the Duncan Curling Club last weekend. A total of 16 teams took part, including the Sjoberg’s family affair with Vicki’s sister Tara and brother Adam. Rodney Challborn and Paul Kondal rinks led the way, winning $130 each. Sjoberg and the Ampa’s Army team were next in line with $110 each in winnings. “It turned out really well,’’ said club spokesperson Megan Montgomery.
Capitals. But the players overcame a slow start and turned on the afterburners to beat Comox 7-1 Sunday in a rep hockey game at Fuller Lake Arena. “It took the boys a while to get a sweat on and into the game,’’ conceded Caps’ coach Ryan Trudgeon. In a scoreless ¿rst period, the players were ¿ghting the puck and trying to ¿nd their legs after a couple of days off to get over their illnesses as much as possible. Timmy Anderson ¿nally put the Caps on the scoreboard in the second period, but Comox responded and the teams seemed destined to go down to the wire. But the Caps found some jump late in the second period on goals from Brendan Gowanlock and Riley Malvena. That set the stage for a dominant third period. A scoring frenzy started with a goal from Graham Winship fol-
lowed by a great individual effort by Jordan Coyne, who made an end-to-end rush and then beat the goalie cleanly. Kyle Green made it 6-1 and Nick Boyd ¿nished a great individual game by adding a goal. “It’s always a good sign when guys show up to the game a little off and other players pick up the slack,’’ noted Trudgeon. Keeping the game simple seemed to work wonders for the Caps. “Getting the puck deep, short shifts playing a little more defensive and shooting the puck every chance you get are things any player can do whether they’re sick, hurt or just Àat,’’ Trudgeon indicated. “Staying out of the penalty box, a couple of power play goals and some solid penalty killing also helped. These boys are showing every game that they are very serious contenders to win the island and possibly provincials.’’ The team is at Abbotsford for a weekend tournament.
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Cowichan News Leader Pictorial A31
Soccer’s Silver shining
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eating Cowichan Valley Soccer Association teams is a tall order. Many teams are off to great starts this season, including the Under 15 Silver girls. They blanked Salt Spring 5-0 on the weekend for their sixth straight win. “Our defence has held the opposition to just one goal so far and our goalies, Erin Kennedy, Whitney Dluhosh and Ashley Dehoop, have ¿ve shutouts among them,’’ noted coach Greg Poirier. Cowichan put Salt Spring away early, as Selena Jack scored in the ¿rst two minutes on a great cross from Amber Cook and Sarah McLeod found the mark three minutes later. Olivia Poirier added another in the ¿rst half. The onslaught continued in the second half with goals by Karli Stevens and Jack in the ¿rst 15 minutes. Cowichan also hit the crossbar numerous times. Salt Spring arrived with only 10 players and they were pretty tired by the end of the game. Wes Swain’s Cowichan team is in second place and clashes with Poirier’s players Nov. 19. U17 Silver boys’ teams continue to play extremely well. Jim Frost’s Titans ran their record to six wins and a tie with a 6-0 shut out of Juan de Fuca. Aaron Frost (3), Colin Langley, David WhitneyBrown and Mathew Clarke scored goals. Al Longair’s Grizzlies came back from a loss to Peninsula three weeks ago with a spirited 1-1 tie against the Saanich Fusion and then beat Sooke 1-0. “The game started slow for the Grizzlies and they were under attack for the ¿rst third of the game, but the defence was able to parry the pressure,’’ noted Longair. The Grizzlies started to turn the tide as the half wore on. They were rewarded early in the second half with a goal when Zander Felton sent away a streaking Kyle Kononowicz. Keeper Jeff Lederer made a highlight save to preserve the shutout.
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Friday, November 11, 2011
Duggan continually revved up with someplace to go
Riding or sliding: High-level motorcycle trials leads to Italy trip with the Canadian team Don Bodger
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n a motorcycle or on a sheet of ice, two-sport athlete Will Duggan always brings his best to a full competition
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Demonstration during the DuncanCowichan Summer Festival, above, was well-received. Left, Duggan attacks difÄcult course sections in the world trials championships in Italy.
calendar. Duggan’s passion for both motorcycle trials riding and curling knows no bounds. He continues to receive just rewards and the admiration of competitors for his commitment to excellence. Duggan, 28, a longtime member of the Island Sports Trials Club and the Victoria Motorcycle Club, recently returned from the Trials des Nations world championships held near Udine, Italy. Duggan was part of the Canadian team that placed 13th. “Each country put in a team of four members,’’ said Duggan. “We came in the bottom half, unfortunately. Some of the members of the team didn’t have as much experience as we’ve had in the past.’’ It was still a strong showing in a tough ¿eld. Duggan made his ¿rst trip overseas since competing in the ultimate trials event — the Scottish six-day trial — in May of 2010. “The sections themselves were more dif¿cult, but it was just a oneday competition,’’ said Duggan. “We were riding with the best guys in the world. I would say it was probably more dangerous than the Scottish six-day was. The day of the event there was a forecast we were going to get some rain. They hadn’t had rain in quite a while and it poured. It poured hard the entire day.’’ The logistics of entering such an event were something else again. New bikes had to be bought there (they’d later be sold rather than transporting them back home) and put in working order quickly so the riders
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Deadly aim is taken on the curling rink in high level competition by Will Duggan. were comfortable with them. ¿cult when the rain turned the dirt to Jordan Szoke and Jonathan English thick mud. “It was nearly impossible to even walk without falling,’’ noted from Ontario and Devon D’Argis of Duggan. Victoria were the other team members. Duggan’s brother Chris went The last section of the day went into along as the chief mechanic. downtown with some massive logs. They arrived in Italy ahead of the Most teams really struggled and Duggan ended up Àipping over his bars in competition, allowing enough time for all the advance preparations. front of the big crowd. “It took us about three days to The ¿rst lap went well considering the rain and the second lap proved get the bikes running the way we wanted,’’ said Duggan. even more dif¿cult. “Overall, it was an amazing experiTechnical inspections were followed by a walk-through of the ence for the whole team,’’ Duggan sections. indicated. “We learned a lot.’’ “Normally, we’d walk the sections Duggan won the championship the day of the event,’’ said Duggan. class in the national trials competition “We rode together as a group the in 2010 in Quebec. He was second whole day.’’ this year in the same class at Port A seven-hour time limit was placed Moody. on the competition and the team came Duggan entered his ¿rst competiin just under the wire. tion at age 10. “It was a long day,’’ said Duggan. “I don’t get to practice as much as I “We were pretty tired after that.’’ used to, unfortunately,’’ he said. “I do The group had its ¿rst bike probas much as I can to stay competitive.’’ lem — a Àat tire — by section ¿ve. Duggan also curls in cashspiels and Duggan’s brother pulled the tire and playdowns with Jason Montgomery. rim off the bike and ran it down to “There is some overlap, early his bike for an exchange more than a season and late season,’’ Duggan said thousand yards away. of his two sports. “In the middle, it’s Sections on a hillside proved difnot too bad.’’
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Cowichan News Leader Pictorial A33
Div. 3 ladies’ teams remain undefeated
Field hockey: Stellars and Kestrels on a collision course after posting convincing weekend victories Don Bodger
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Big hit is taken by the Cowichan Stellars’ Anne Mansueti in Div. 3 Äeld hockey action against the Ravens Saturday at the Cowichan Sportsplex. Mansueti kept the Ravens busy defending against her throughout the game.
estrels and Stellars are matching each other win for win. The two Cowichan Div. 3 Island Ladies’ Field Hockey Association teams are both undefeated after six games and kept it going with big weekend wins. The Stellars played at the Cowichan Sportsplex Saturday against the Ravens and coasted to a 6-1 victory. Ashley Davidson converted three rebounds for tip-ins to bring her goal total to 10 for the season. She also maintained a scoring streak with at least one goal in all six games played. Jill Dayton and daughter Lynne also tallied a goal apiece. Jill slammed one in from a penalty corner. Shylayne Davidson moved from defence to forward and also got into the scoring act.
“Normally we have a tough game against the Cowichan-¿lled Ravens, but they were missing their regular goalie and some key players as well,’’ noted Stellars’ veteran Sue Fraser. Stellars have added some impressive young players who are ¿tting in well. Jessica Bernatchez, Naseeb Cheema and Hannah Quayle are welcome additions to the defence while Kelsey Goodman brings speed to the forwards. The Stellars also welcomed back Anne Mansueti, who helps out on defence and the forward line. Young Maddie Smith played in goal for the Stellars. The Kestrels were equally proli¿c at UVic, shutting out the Lynx 6-0. Alison Fraser and Sharyn Higginson each scored twice, with singles from Jordan Barrett and Anne Smith. Player of the game Celia Browning worked hard at left mid¿eld.
“The game was pretty much in the Lynx end the entire game,’’ noted Kestrels’ veteran Smith. “We had numerous shots on net and the score should have been higher, but we hadn’t played for a few weeks so our aim was a bit rusty.’’ A second game at the Cowichan Sportsplex saw the Div. 2 Cowichan Swifts overcome a 1-0 de¿cit to beat the Victoria Demons 4-1. Maddie Smith and Chelsey Cleemoff shared the goalkeeping duties. Both are former Gold soccer players so that helps with their adjustment to the position. Smith came out for the second half and scored a goal. Teresa Gregus (2) and Shylayne Davidson added the other markers. Excellent defence was played by Kim Smith, Alyssa Davidson and Shylayne Davidson. The Swifts’ player of the game was Alyssa McKinlay for her hard effort and executing the little details, according to manager/coach Dan Cleemoff.
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Friday, November 11, 2011
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Zunti boys make U10 and 12 Lightning eld lacrosse contenders The Under 10 Mid-Island Lightning ran into a red-hot Vic Field 2 team Sunday at the Cowichan Sportsplex. Despite the efforts of Devyn Zunti, Vic Field swept both games 11-3 and 13-7 in youth field lacrosse action. Zunti scored twice and Kale BurrisSpence added a single in the opener.
Zunti put away five goals in the rematch and Connor Little had a pair. The U12 Mid-Island Lightning fared much better against Vic Field 3 in Victoria, winning 13-3 with a balanced scoring attack led by a hat trick from Adam Fulton. Patrick Little, Colton Lidstone, Parker
Teufel and Brayden Zunti all scored twice while Max Kennedy and Hunter Wells managed one apiece. The U10 Lightning is in Victoria Sunday to take on Vic Field 1. The U12s have a break until Nov. 19 when they’re in Victoria against Vic Field 1 and then host Oceanside Nov. 20 at 11:30 a.m.
Beefy offensive line opens up running game Hole story: Torok-Both romps for five touchdowns in the Midget Bulldogs’ best outing Don Bodger
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here’s the beef? It’s on the Cowichan Midget Bulldogs’ offensive line. It was also on their dinner plates when they played a huge role in Cowichan’s 39-6 Vancouver Mainland Football League victory over the Richmond Raiders Sunday at McAdam Park. “I’m buying them all a second plate of ribs tonight,’’ said Cowichan star Blake Torok-Both, who ran for ve touchdowns thanks to the great blocking efforts of the offensive line. The holes were so big Torok-Both was hardly touched and then he used his breakaway speed to leave Richmond defenders in the dust. “It was fun,’’ said Torok-Both. “I’ve got to give it to the coaches. Joe’s (Lobo) taught me since I learned how to run.’’ Torok-Both and Darrin Aitchison scored TD early in the game. TorokBoth went up the middle for another TD and R.J. Piche’s convert kick made it 19-0, as Cowichan assumed total control. From there, the Bulldogs moved the ball consistently and the defence held Richmond under wraps — other than the undying efforts of Hunter Lake. The score hit 25-0 on a great catch and run by Torok-Both but Richmond sustained a drive that ended in a Lake TD just before the half. Torok-Both went down the middle almost untouched for another TD in the second half and completed another drive to close out the scoring. Torok-Both couldn’t stop praising his teammates after the game for their contributions to his scoring efforts. “Fantastic. They clicked. That’s what happens.’’ It was the second straight win for the Bulldogs, as they nished the regular season 3-7. It was also easily the team’s best all-around performance of
the season. “We had the best week of practice of all season,’’ said Torok-Both. “We came ready to play.’’ It was also likely Torok-Both’s last game in Cowichan, as he looks to further his football playing career next season — likely at the university level. “I’m glad I grew up playing football here,’’ he said. “The volunteers here, I’ll miss it.’’ Coach Lobo was just so pleased his team minimized its mistakes. In fact, there wasn’t really a mistake to be seen in this game. “We started clicking,’’ he said. It was also great to get players like his son J.Q. Lobo back in the lineup from injury to stabilize the team. Joe Lobo marvelled at the offensive line and Torok-Both. “That’s just phenomenal blocking by the O-line,’’ he said. “Three of those (TDs), he was untouched. Excellent blocking in front of him. “He’s pretty humble. He knows where he gets his touchdowns from. UBC wants lm on him.’’ There were so many highlights provided by so many players it was hard
for Lobo to pinpoint them all. “This young team is really talented,’’ he said. “They played pretty solid today.’’ Cory Lewis had an interception, Wyatt MacWatt ran the ball for some hard yards and everyone contributed. The Bulldogs have nothing to lose as they head into playoff action this weekend on the Lower Mainland. “We just have to get everything aligned and we’re ready to go,’’ said Lobo. “Our record is 3-7. We allowed a lot of those games to get away from us. We could have been as high as 6-4 or 5-5.’’
Bantam ‘Dogs still undefeated The Cowichan Bantam Bulldogs faced one of their toughest Vancouver Mainland Football League encounters of the season at Chilliwack, but remained undefeated with a 13-7 victory over the Giants. The Bulldogs play in Langley this weekend for rst place. They’re still tied with the North Surrey Tigers, but own the tiebreaker because of a tougher schedule if it comes down to that.
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A rare catch is made by Brandon Minhas behind defender Cory Lewis to move the Richmond offense close to the goal line, above left, in midget football action at McAdam Park. Above, Lewis redeems himself later in the game with an interception and heads for open space. The Bulldogs were caught off guard when Chilliwack ran for a 70-yard TD on the rst offensive play. Luckily for Cowichan, it was called back on a penalty. The Bulldogs also had a TD by Drayson Price called back in the second quarter on a penalty. The rst ofcial TD came on a 15yard dive by Brock Gowanlock after Bobby MacWatt went down with an injury. With one play left in the half,
Cowichan struck again on a 55-yard run by Kain Melchior for a TD. Cowichan couldn’t get anything going in the second half. “They had lm on us and were able to shut down our offense,’’ noted coach Doug Williams. “We also didn’t help ourselves with another fumble and offensive miscues.’’ Chilliwack scored a TD with 1:20 left and then tried an onside kick to regain the ball but it didn’t work.
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Cowichan News Leader Pictorial A35
Wins suddenly eluding Islanders Nowhere to go but up: Last place in the South Division isn’t part of the game plan Don Bodger
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Hear Yee! Hear Yee! Kerry Park Islanders’ Trevor Yee takes the outside route to try and beat the Victoria Cougars’ Ryan Chan during Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League action Saturday at Kerry Park Arena. The Islanders are mired in a slump and trying to Änd ways to get out of it.
erry Park Islanders have hit rock bottom through their recent struggles. After a strong start to the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League season, the Islanders are now last in the four-team South Division. They’re also the second worst team overall in the league next to Campbell River. The Islanders dropped two more games last week, 3-2 to the Panthers in Peninsula Friday and 4-1 to the Victoria Cougars Saturday at Kerry Park Arena. They’re in every game but just not getting the results that catapulted them into the division lead early in the season. The Peninsula game was a case of bad luck. The Islanders led for most of the game and lost it in the ¿nal second of regulation time when Joe Densmore scored for
the Panthers. Travis Oickle had both goals for the Islanders. He put his team ahead just ¿ve minutes into the game and that lead held up until former Islander Kyle Peterson scored two minutes into the second period. Oickle’s second goal in the third period came with just 12:05 remaining, but Wade Bartlett tied it at 16:42 and Densmore broke the hearts of the Islanders just as overtime seemed imminent. Victoria had a wide edge in shots on the Islanders and was full value for its victory. Three goals in the ¿rst 17 minutes sent goalie Matt Chester to the bench, replaced by Jackson Jane. He was spectacular, allowing just one power play goal in the second period and stopping 30 shots. Alex Milligan had the lone goal for the Islanders near the midway mark of the game. The Islanders are at Campbell River Friday and face Comox Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at Kerry Park Arena.
Third game drama frequent for DCS at B.C. Christian volleyball Don Bodger
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uncan Christian School’s senior boys’ volleyball team ¿nished 10th of 11 teams in the B.C. Christian Schools tournament at Abbotsford, but that doesn’t tell the full story. “It could have been a lot better,’’ said DCS coach Roger Kim. “Of the six games we played, ¿ve of them went to the third game set. “They were just so close. The kids when they’re on, it’s fun to watch. When they start to collapse, it’s frightening almost.’’
Fantastic Änishes: A couple of matches go the Chargers’ way, but that fine line between winning and losing makes 10th place hard to swallow DCS had three intense battles during pool play. The Chargers lost to Paci¿c Christian 25-20, 13-25, 14-16, beat Vernon 20-25, 25-16, 15-12 and dropped a wild 25-21, 20-25, 15-17 decision to Centennial. That put DCS in third place coming out of pool play. The playoff round started with a loss to Paci¿c Academy, dropping the team into the consolation bracket. A victory over Carver lifted spirits but
the tournament ended with a loss to Unity in the ninth- and 10th-place game. Kim said some of his team’s problems stemmed from being non-aggressive. It was a different story, he added, when the players applied the pressure “instead of waiting for them to make a mistake. It was a good lesson for these boys.’’ Last Friday was a heavy day when the bulk of the games were played. The schedule was limited to two games Saturday.
“This was a good tournament,’’ said Kim. “It gave us some good exposure to some of the top teams in the province.’’ He also praised tournament organizers. “They do an excellent job, as always,’’ Kim said. Duncan Christian is hosting the island A playdowns next Thursday, with ¿ve teams participating in a round robin with a berth in the provincials at stake. A wildcard chance will be available for the runner-up. The provincial A playdowns are being held in conjunction with the AA and AAA tournament for the ¿rst time this year. DCS successfully hosted the A provincials last year.
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4x4, A/C, p/w,p/l, p/m, c/c
2008 HYUNDAI TIBURON
•GOOD CREDIT •BAD CREDIT •NO CREDIT...
$12,911
automatic, a/c, p/w, p/l, p/m,
2007 ESCAPE XLT
Friday, November 11, 2011
2007 DODGE RAM 1500 CC AUTO, 4X4, AC, P/W, P/L, P/M, GPS
A/C, P/C, P/W, P/L, P/M, AM/FM, CD Stk#10u56
ON SALE
$11,911 2006 4 DR 2008ACCENT SANTA FE LTD 5 grey, SPD,auto, AM/FM, AWDCD STK#11U25 STK#11-U61
STK#11-u20
WAS $23,988
$23,591
$
WAS $7,188
25,999 $6,911
AC, P/W, P/L, P/M,CD
2006 CANYON CC 4x4 A/C, P/L,P/W.
STK#11-u13
STK#11-U27
WAS $11,888
WAS $16,988
WAS $7,588
$10,911
$16,511
$6,911
2004 TIBURON SE
2003 IMPALA 4 DR
2003 VENTURE
2006 SONATA GL
5 SPD, 4X4, A/C, P/W, P/L, P/ROOF, C/C STK # 11165e
A/C, P/L,P/W.P/M, C/C Stk #11-116A
2005 CARAVAN SE AUTO., A/C, P/W,
P/L,P/M,C/C, CD STK # 11 90a
8 pass, A/C, P/W, P/L, P/M, CD Stk #11-117A
WAS $8,888
ON SALE
WAS $6,988
$7,511
$5,911
$5,911
2001 BMW 325i
2001 MALIBU 4DR
Convertible, Loaded
A/C, P/W, P/L, P/M, C/C, A/C
Stk #10-286b
ON SALE
$12,511
STK # 10u59a
WAS $4,988
$4,511
1998 DURANGO AUTO, 4 WD, A/C, P/W, P/L, P/M, P/RF, R A/C Stk #11-51b
WAS $7,888
$6,911