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Artisan Village project feeling the Echo Chemainus: Candidates say Chemainus: Echo Heights project just another example of North Cowichan standing in the way of business interests Peter W. Rusland

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atience and public participation kept developer Chris Clement’s Artisan Village project alive through four-plus years of municipal hoops and Chemainiac hopes for the sprawling site. But the process surrounding the $80-million strata-housing project — starting after Christmas, pending preliminary layout approval — is being criticized by North Cowichan council candidates as a red-tape wrangle threatened by North Cowichan plans for its own subdivision at Echo Heights public forest. And with the Nov. 19 civic election looming, debate persists about taxpayers being developers and competing against private-sector folks such as Clement. A Àexible Clement saw stalled Echo Heights — its public hearing curbed until post-election — as competition, but competition he’s ready to accept. “Echo Heights is competition, but there’s competition everywhere.” And Echo Heights’ hiatus gives him a head start facing ¿ckle markets for his green-leaning 400 condos and assisted-living units offering geothermal heating, stormwater management, trails and more. “Artisan Village is a seven-plus year plan, and it depends on market conditions,” Clement said of his 33-acre project with comprehensive development zoning, that would preserve the Hermit Trails and demolish the large archway signifying the failed Paci¿c Rim Artisan Village project.

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Developer Chris Clement is hopeful his $80-million Artisan Village housing project in Chemainus can get underway shortly after Christmas. Candidate Jon Lefebure, former mayor, explained council should wait until Artisan Village is built before starting Echo Heights. “It’s in council’s interest not to compete with Chris Clement and drive the value of lots down. “If the future council goes ahead with Echo Heights, it would be wise to proceed after his development, as that would help both projects.” Mayoral hopeful Tom Masters explained market demand plus infrastructure costs could hobble

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Echo Heights for years. “Council won’t go ahead with Echo Heights until the market improves a lot.” He and candidate Clayton Balabanov oppose Echo Heights development. Balabanov said there won’t be competition because the Artisan Village will be built before Echo Heights gets off the ground. “There’s not enough housing demand to necessitate bringing Echo Heights on line,” he said, noting seniors support Artisan Village

as it’s within walking distance to downtown. Mayor Tom Walker didn’t view Echo Heights as competition for Clement’s project. Walker basically backed the idea of taxpayers prudently spending about $2.5 million to make some $3.5 in net pro¿ts. “You’ll likely see eight to 10 lots a year developed over many years — I don’t think it’s competition to Clement. “There’s no intention of Àooding the market.”

Right, said administrator Dave Devana. “We have no intention of hurting Chris, that’s for sure.” North Cow’s new council must also gauge demand for its 250-odd Echo heights homes — a phased mix of single family, town homes and apartments, Walker and Devana explained. While the Chemainus Residents’ Association wants the whole forest saved as parkland, council aims to preserve about half of the site. more on A11

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Add these names to your civic election checklist More names continue to pop up as the deadline for the Nov. 19 municipal election nears. Michelle Bell, Bob Brooke, Dana Arthurs and Judy Stafford will pursue openings on Duncan council. Hilary Huntley is the latest to step forward for a council chair in North Cowichan. Add incumbents Candace Spilsbury, Deb

Foster and newcomers Amrik Prihar and Ellen Oxman to the list of those running for the Cowichan Valley Board of Education. Pat Weaver will challenge Klaus Kuhn for the directorship in Youbou. Roy Davies will be making it a three-person race in Shawnigan Lake. And Balu Tatachari will try again in Mill Bay. Incumbents Mary Marcotte (North Oyster),

Mel Dorey (Saltair) and Ian Morrison (Cowichan Lake South) will all be running again. For the final list of candidates log onto cowichannewsleader.com. Reporters Krista Siefken and Peter W. Rusland will be filing them as soon as they become available. Deadline for filing nomination papers is 4 p.m. this afternoon.

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onstitutional rights of Halalt people trumped health risks during Tuesday’s court sinking of a request to use Chemainus River’s aquifer. B.C. Court of Appeal Judge Elizabeth Bennett decided pipes to Chemainus’ new $6-million well system must stay closed until the Supreme Court hears a separate appeal case next year between Victoria and Halalt First Nation. North Cowichan council had asked Bennett if it could pump from the aquifer until that Supreme Court appeal case is heard. But Halalt lawyer William Andrews argued if pumping was allowed in the meantime, there’d be no need for the province to consult the Halalt about using the aquifer under its territory. Bennett ruled constitutional principles trumped pumping water she deemed safe for 6,000 Chemainiacs. “If the evidence supported that there was a real health risk to members of the community, I would not hesitate granting an (new well pumping) order,” she said. “Nothing in the evidence outweighs the constitutional rights of Halalt First Nation.” submitted Next year’s appeal case between the Halalt Halalt chief James Thomas, centre, and supporters left the Vancouver courthouse victorious this week. and Victoria concerns what the courts said in July was B.C.’s failure to adequately consult the same.” mer during Banon’s use, Walker added. the band before granting North Cowichan’s Chemainiacs now continue drawing water “They tend to occur during heavy winter permit to build new wells for Chemainus. from Banon Creek, Mayor Tom Walker said. rainstorms. Andrews believed Bennett made the right “It’s safe water,” he said, disappointed by “We test every few days on Banon Creek, in decision. Bennett’s ruling. conjunction with the Vancouver Island Health “It con¿rms the courts take Aboriginal rights “This is the water we used all summer, but Authority.” and title very seriously. under our environmental certi¿cate we could Meanwhile, Wedge indicated earlier there’s “The arguments (municipal lawyers) made have gone to our wells Oct. 15. an arguable case for Halalt’s ownership interest to pump were the same ones made to Judge “We asked the court if we could do that and in groundwater under its reserve — and that Wedge in July. apparently yesterday (Oct. 11) they said ‘No.’” could set precedence in treaty-resource claims “Those were rejected and the outcome was No boil-water advisories happened this sum- by B.C.’s Native bands, Andrews explained.

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ake Cowichan RCMP Const. Kevan Cranmer remains on active duty following last week’s assault conviction. Cranmer pleaded guilty on Oct. 6 to one count of assault on at Nanaimo Law Courts. He was sentenced to nine-months’ probation, which includes 50 hours of community work service. An RCMP spokesman con¿rmed yesterday Cranmer has also been disciplined under the RCMP Act. “I can’t get into the details of the discipline as that’s an administrative process and we can’t disclose the recommendations or details of the internal discipline,” Sgt. Rob Vermeulen wrote in an email. The disciplinary action was the result of an internal RCMP investigation into the incident, which occurred while Cranmer was on duty. “It’s important to remember that discipline is intended to be a corrective measure,” Vermeulen added. “I can tell you that, yes, he continues to be a member of the RCMP.” Cranmer’s conviction stems from an incident that occurred on Dec. 13, when he was conducting a roadblock looking for impaired drivers with another Lake Cowichan of¿cer. The female victim of the assault was stopped in the roadblock and asked to perform a roadsidescreening device test. As it was raining at the time, the woman provided a breath sample in the back of a police cruiser. She failed the test, and then proceeded to light a cigarette in the vehicle, court heard. Cranmer then tried to get the woman out of the police car, which is when his fellow of¿cer felt Cranmer was using excessive force to extract her from the vehicle. The other of¿cer, meanwhile, reported concerns about Cranmer’s use of force back at the detachment, which led to both the criminal and internal investigations.

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everal ex-CVRD directors have banded to ask the regional district to take a serious look at its management and corporate structure. CVRD Chairwoman Gerry Giles, however, maintains the local government body is already keeping a close eye on how it runs. Sitting in the front row of the CVRD’s gallery during Wednesday night’s board meeting were former directors Joe Allan, Brooke Hodson, Anne Bomford, Richard Hughes, Mike Tansley and Jack Peake. Former board chair Peake spoke on behalf of the delegation to the board. “We believe it’s time to re-examine the management structure in place and we respectfully request that the new incoming board of directors implement an immediate independent public review of the current management structure of the Cowichan Valley Regional District,” Peake said. “The current management structure is not responsive to the needs or the expectations of the residents of our valley. “Directors are responsible for adopting many forms of policy that cover a broad spectrum of subjects such as political direction, internal administrative functions, procedure, local legislation, service provision and legal liabilities,” he continued. “When policy is being contemplated, directors must consider the legal implications, the general feeling of the electorate, technical, ¿nancial administrative implications and the effects of the policy

on the regional district as a whole.” According to Allan, the group — comprised of members who are not known for similar political views — came together organically, after random conversations sparked a slow realization they were hearing and seeing the same reasons for concern. “There’s no debate. It isn’t happening anymore,”

Allan said. “People are so angry because they don’t have a chance to vent.” Giles told the delegation the CVRD undertook an extensive review of its current corporate structure three years ago. She also said a 2011 Ispos Reid community poll indicated a fairly high level of satisfaction with the role the regional district is playing within the region.

“About four months ago, we also did ask that an independent review take place of our current structure to indicate whether or not it was functioning at the optimum level,” Giles said. Allan and Hughes felt the board was cool to their presentation, but Allan remained hopeful the message came across. “I hope it fosters some debate in the community.”

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owichan Tribes is calling on its community members to help shape its economic future. A ¿nance meeting slated for Oct. 19 will report on the status of Cowichan’s economic health, and encourage input from citizens. “This is an economic development information and engagement meeting for Cowichan members,” Cowichan Tribes Chief Lydia Hwitsum explained. “We will look at the past year and work toward a longer-term Cowichan economic development strategy.” There have been a number of

concerns voiced by The yul shun um Mustimuhw group of Cowichan citizens following an audit meeting in July. Group spokeswoman Shelly Thorne pointed out while Cowichan is generating millions of dollars in own-source revenue, it’s being used to pay down the band’s debt, rather than supporting community programs and services. She’d also like to see most investment in potential revenue-generators, such as the Quw’utsun Cultural & Conference Centre. “That business should be making money,” she said. “There’s a whole array of things that could be done.” Ideas like these will be welcome at Wednesday’s meeting. “It is important to hear the

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Is a neat and tidy CVRD making a mess for voters? Democracy lost? Is the CVRD too corporate?

ichard Hughes is fond of saying democracy is messy. That more than anything else is what drove the outspoken former Cobble Hill director, and ¿ve other former Cowichan Valley Regional District directors, to make a mass delegation to the board Wednesday night. They couched their concerns in polite terms behind the respected voice of former board chair Jack Peake, but their message was unmistakeable: you guys are doing it wrong; you have abdicated your leadership role, avoided debate, handed vital duties over to staff and allowed CVRD business to be conducted with the neatly combed, pressed sheen of an army of suits in a bland corporation. November The message was received with cool vote should courtesy, but we can tell you what probably went through the minds of some decide these incumbent directors: maybe it was you questions guys who were doing it wrong; now we are actually getting things done, often by consensus, instead of spending countless hours chasing our tails thanks to confrontational of¿cials who were really mostly interested in hearing themselves talk. Loren Duncan was accused by some of being something of a Hughes wannabe when ¿rst elected as Sahtlam/Glenora director a dozen years ago. Today, seemingly poised to run uncontested for his ¿fth term, Duncan can still revel in the role of contrarian. He calls this board the best he has ever worked with. Whether that’s a tribute to positive change on the board, or an indictment of Duncan, we’re with Hughes on the opening point: democracy is often a messy business. The question is how much of a mess is necessary; how big does the mess get before it gets in the way of good government? Most of the current CVRD board seems happy with the way things are operating. Most of the CVRD board is running for re-election. When it comes to answering questions, there’s no time like an election.

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Seeing both sides of: convicted ofÄcer still working The case against

The case for Kevan Cranmer may have assaulted a woman while on duty as an RCMP ofﬁcer. But he has admitted his guilt and accepted the consequences from both the province and from the force. The man made a mistake, like lots of people make mistakes. Fortunately for him he has an opportunity now to show what he has learned.

The RCMP has kept Const. Kevan Cranmer on active duty following his conviction of assault.

Let’s give carbon tax revenue to local government Patrick Hrushowy

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ocal governments here and around B.C. need a predictable source of revenue to fund transportation infrastructure. The best way to do that would be to kill the carbon tax on transportation fuels and make that pot of money available to local governments. “Not a single Right now the carbon is largely driver can be eased symbolictaxand absoout of his or her car lutely ineffective. At current 5.56 cents by the carbon tax.” its per litre it has forced no change in driving behaviour. Natural market increases in the price at the pump far outstripped the effect of the tax,

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which will top out at 6.67 cents per litre in July 2012. The great limitation of this tax scheme is that it must be revenue neutral for the government — meaning none of that tax revenue stream is actually available to do anything. The tax collected must go back to income taxpayers through reduced tax rates — that’s the law. Not a single investment in public transit can be ¿nanced through the carbon tax. It follows then that not a single driver can be eased out of his or her car by the carbon tax onto an improved transit system anywhere in B.C. Meanwhile, local governments are largely forced into using the property tax base to fund their share of public transit, and there are limits at some point as to how much can be heaped onto the shoulders of property taxpayers. Here is what I propose: Scrap the carbon tax scheme as it is currently in force and replace it with a fuel tax dedicated to local governments to ¿nance transportation infrastructure — both in terms of road improvements and the public

Cranmer’s job is to uphold the law, plain and simple. He has been placed in a situation where he has been given great responsibility over the safety of others. It must be hard for the people of Lake Cowichan to feel entirely comfortable placing their safety in his hands. A suspension is the least of what should be expected.

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transit system. The provincial government could invite local governments to submit solid business plans and grant approval to make use of up to, say, a ¿ve-cents-per-litre tax. There would be no new cost to the provincial government because the scheme is currently broadly revenue neutral. The government would lose no money and, on average, taxpayers would experience no loss of disposable income. This approach would be far more politically palatable then simply dispensing with revenue neutrality and then offering some of the carbon tax to local governments for transportation purposes. That would be seen as another reversal by government and a betrayal of the promise to keep the carbon tax revenue neutral. Do away with the whole darn tax scheme and be done with it. Replace it with a transportation tax and when a local government makes a successful case for imposing some of that tax in their area, they would be the ones who would

have to deal with the political metrics of a local transportation fuel tax. In this way real improvements in public transit can be achieved that would ease people out of their cars and SUVs and make real and meaningful reductions in the use of transportation fuels. That’s what it’s supposed to be about, isn’t it? In the Cowichan region local governments could seriously involve themselves in investing in solutions that could get commuters out of their cars. The property tax base is not the way to fund realistic commuter proposals. Without new funding sources we will continue to pump more and more cars onto the Malahat. Patrick Hrushowy writes every Friday in the News Leader Pictorial. Email him at phrushowy@shaw.ca

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Should Duncan council build a $65,000 centennial drinking fountain in city square? “No. That’s a bit overpriced for a drinking fountain.”

Callum MacLeod, Cowichan Station

“Wow! That’s a lot of money, but if it beneﬁts our community, do it for sure.”

Celeste Norman, Duncan

What do you think? Log on to www.cowichannewsleader.com and answer our Question of the Week. Results will be published in our next edition.

Don’t write off commuter rail

Affordable childcare a must for all families

Dear editor The Ministry of Children and Families recently changed the amount of income a family makes to access subsidy. Parents and child care providers returned from summer holidays to ¿nd that a critical support had been eliminated. The Cowichan Child Care Council and Social Planning Cowichan have just released the new report Early Childhood Education and Care in the Cowichan region which showed recent increases in the cost of childcare and the struggle for middle class families to meet those costs. One parent surveyed for the report noted “unless one is poor there is no assistance available, but what about families in the middle-income range? The burden of childcare is huge enough to force parents out of the work force.” Childcare is the second largest cost after housing that most families face. At a time when Cowichan families are struggling to make ends meet, the lack of subsidy for childcare makes it hard for families. One parent said, “I am staying home now. I was working but the cost of care was too much for three kids and it didn’t make sense to work full-time and then pay it all out in childcare. It would cost $2,100 a month for my three children.” The Cowichan Child Care Council has strongly recommended an immediate increase in childcare subsidy for families with low incomes and a long-term goal of a universal system of childcare for all families. For more information please access the report Early Education and Care in the Cowichan Region from Social Planning Cowichan’s website socialplanningcowichan.org. Candace Spilsbury, on behalf of

In my opinion: Unﬁnished report doesn’t tell the whole story

recent report about rail commuter service between the Cowichan Valley, the western communities and Victoria is an un¿nished study. The report is primarily a collection of baseline details that will be used for a more rigorous assessment in due course. Its purpose was to investigate the feasibility of a pilot passenger commuter service that might help to alleviate the current traf¿c congestion. The ICF needs to review the data and test some of the assumptions found in the reKrista Siefken port. Ridership assumptions Supporters of Cowichan Bay farmer Bill Eben have written to protest last week’s SPCA seizure of his pigs. and forecasts are dif¿cult to prove thus the initial idea of a Graham Bruce: not prevailed and both the farmer and his anipilot project. Council needs to deal with this needs more mals have suffered because of it. I would like Certainly with the resumpto see this community ask how it can support unsightly eyesore tion of passenger service and our local farmers rather than allow outside “ex- Dear editor an early morning southbound train into Victoria perts” pass judgment and wipe small farmers We have written North Cowichan’s mayor there may well be an indication of the ridership off the map. and council with our concerns, frustrations and interest. K. Millar deep disappointment regarding the ongoing, This, however, will not truly reÀect ridership Duncan long-term and detrimental situation with the potential. the ugly, disgraceful blue building near the The type of passenger cars that could be used is also critical in the assessment of undertaking a Don’t let a misguided SPCA destroy southern entrance to Chemainus. Is it not time to stop playing politics and put pilot project. Using a three car bi–level model the the Cowichan Child Care Council local agricultural treasure the community, its citizens, and welfare ¿rst train could move approximately 800 people per Dear editor and foremost? Is it not time to start thinking trip. The initial concept foresaw the RDC model runs a heritage conservation farm creatively, out of the box and ¿nally take some carrying 125 people per trip. Pig seizures a blow against farmer, andBillhisEben swine herd represents one of British action? Is it not time to place yourselves in Since most automobiles appear to carry only one his pigs and local small farms Columbia’s more signi¿cant gene pools for the the position of residents of Chemainus who person, being able to remove 500 plus cars during Dear editor rare Berkshire breed, if not the most signi¿cant. must see that awful blight day in and day out? the peak rush hours from Goldstream to Victoria I read the story of the BCSPCA seizing pigs The SPCA’s irresponsible and confrontational Is it not time to give consideration to the fact might have a signi¿cant impact on travel time durin Cowichan Bay with great concern. I have approach in this matter is a direct threat to a disgraceful structure is what greets visitors, ing the morning and afternoon rush hours. purchased weaned piglets from this farm in this region’s agricultural biodiversity. It is tourists and guests ¿rst? This of course is only conjecture thus the need the past as have many local small farmers, and immensely unacceptable that this heritage We have had family and friends ask (tell) us for a more detailed assessment. have been very pleased with the quality. In breed farmer is being judged by ill-informed “Why does the community allow that awful Any solution to the transit issues of the Capital fact, Bill Eben is among the very few sources PETA-inÀuenced outsiders rather than by building to be there? It is shameful for your Regional District will be costly. The light rail of weaned pigs that local farmers have and is his peers in the heritage agricultural commucommunity to have that structure greet visitransit plan of $950 million gives governments and therefore much valued and needed here. There nity. It is equally offensive that this rare and tors.” We have the awful barge that has been taxpayers some idea of the scope of those costs. is no doubt there is much more to this story valuable gene pool is now in the hands of the sitting out in our harbour for too many years The concept of the pilot project is not to be an than is reported by the BCSPCA. I am deeply Swine Producers Association who would most and the ugly blue building on our main road alternative to the light-rail plan, rather an opportuconcerned that justice and common sense have certainly view this Berkshire herd a threat to its and thoroughfare. Juxtaposed to that are our nity to complement existing transportation systems corporate c agenda. beautiful murals. What a contradiction in terms. at a fraction of the cost and offer timely congestion I have bought pigs from this farm both this Sadly, what people may soon remember most relief. year y and last and have been most impressed are the unsightly structures of our community. One shouldn’t be in a hurry to write off what this w their quality, health, and amazingly with Our community needs desperately to enhance publicly owned transportation corridor might offer f friendly temperament. This farmer must be its image, its economic situation and its re— certainly not from an incomplete report. “Do people in Cowichan say thank you enough?” doing d something right. sponsible development. We cannot survive on In co-operation with the B.C. Ministry of TransYou answered: (38 votes) It would be a great shame if this community murals and a dinner theatre only. portation we have started the trestle and bridge 55 per cent NO allowed the over-zealous and thoughtless a The image of a community in and of itself assessment of the 48 structures along the corridor. a actions of the SPCA to destroy this valuable does send a message! This will provide the state of repair, life expectancy To vote on the next Question of the Week, log onto the i island treasure. Steve Frankel and weight loading for each structure. web poll at www.cowichannewsleader.com Wayne Osborne W Thetis Island With this work complete and the federal funding Qualicum Beach Q con¿rmed we will replace the 104,000 ties and recommence passenger service. We will also look at moving aggregate from north Island to the CRD by train and what possibilities there are to haul dangerous goods over the Malahat by rail. 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Global movement moves to Occupy Duncan Saturday morning: morning: Rally planned in tandem with global protest against economic system Krista Siefken

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e may not have Michael Moore or Naomi Klein, but Occupy Wall Street is coming to Duncan nevertheless. A Cowichan nod to the growing movement happens tomorrow from 10 a.m. until noon at Charles Hoey Park. “We need to look at system change,” said Don Skerik, one of the organizers of Saturday’s rally. “That’s what the whole Wall Street thing is about — the system is bro-

ken and it needs to be changed.” But instead of joining rallies in Victoria or Vancouver, Cowichanians can gather locally to lend support to those who are furious about tumultuous economic times for regular people caused by wealthy folk at corporations — which were bailed out with public money. “A number of people wanted to get together here in Duncan to express their support of the principle that the world needs a total rethink of our economic system, which has so inequitably concentrated wealth, and the political power that it buys, in the top one per cent,” an email circulat-

ing in Cowichan reads. “Furthermore, the quest for endless growth is endangering our climate and our ecosystems and is totally unsustainable.” Critics of the movement have picked on peaceful protestors for not making speci¿c demands. In response, Cowichanians are encouraged to bring their own signs and placards Saturday, speci¿cally stating what changes they’d like to see in economic, political, social and environmental systems. “Join us and make your voices heard,” the email reads. “Bring your own signs, placards, drums and noisemakers.”

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CVRD invites public to tour controversial ECO Depot site

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We invite you to join us every Tuesday night at 6 pm for a Soup Dinner and Evensong at our home, 7718 Westholme Road 250-701-9938. We are a church plant of the Reformed Episcopal Church which is a Founding Member of the Anglican Church in North America. Missioners - Rob and Shelly Pacchiano

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Cowichan News Leader Pictorial B1

Police ticket proves youth positive Krista Siefken

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ore than 100 southend youths were happily ticketed during the summer months while Shawnigan Lake RCMP conducted their Act Positive Tickets program. Any kids or teens seen doing something positive received the tickets redeemable for skating and swimming passes, free transit, movies, or gift certi¿cates. “There were quite a few handed out at the water for wearing lifejackets, and numerous through kids wearing bike helmets and riding bikes properly and safely,” said Shawnigan Sgt. Rob Webb. “Those were two of the main really positive interactions with kids, and

there were some for community service as well — high school kids cleaning up trash on the highway, that sort of thing.” Webb applauded the work of Const. Mike Furlong, and South Cowichan Community Policing Society’s Shirley Walker, for spearheading the program.

“It was an extremely positive, successful program and we hope to do something like it again next summer,” Webb said. And ¿ve of the ticketed youths were to be selected for the ¿nal prize draw, with prizes donated by Island Savings, Mill Bay merchants and other community groups.

Ticketing campaign reduces speeding Another south-end police program that wrapped up in September was the Making the Malahat Safer Campaign, which ran from July until the Labour Day long weekend. Final numbers of ticketed drivers have yet to be tallied, but police say preliminary results indicate a 30 per cent reduction in excessive speeding during the two-month span. The Integrated Road Safety Unit removed 26 impaired drivers from the roadway, impounded 52 vehicles for excessive speeding, and apprehended 13 prohibited drivers.

Alzheimer’s disease is the 2nd most feared disease among Canadian baby boomers It’s time to face the rising tide of dementia in Cowichan Valley. Give to the Alzheimer Society of B.C. today. Your donation helps ensure families and individuals have support on the dementia journey while we ﬁnd a cure for the disease.

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Friday, October 14, 2011

1968: colleges

DATELINE: COWICHAN

by Ann Andersen

Plans for a regional college in Nanaimo were stymied when Cowichan school board chair Joe Frumento refused to sign the contract because the college was to be operated on a temporary basis for two years without taxpayer approval.

1968: farewells Members of St. John’s Anglican Church women held a farewell party for Mrs. W. Dobson. Bingo prize winners at the event were Mrs. K. Minear, Mrs. N. Topliss and Mrs. G. T. MacEwan. Mrs. J. Dobson was refreshment convenor.

1968: smoking Hospital administrator Ken Noton said a “no smoking after evening sedation” policy had been put place there. “There have been incidents of burned bed clothes,” he said. “We’re not the ﬁrst hospital in B.C. to do this.”

Something’s rotten in Maple Bay water Dateline 1968: 1968: Iron content raises health concerns Ann Andersen

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n the 1960s rumours Àew around the valley that water piped to Maple Bay residents was — well — different. These were not rumours as I and others living in Maple Bay at the time can attest. You just had to look at the ring in the bath tub to see the colour: some months it was a bilious shade of green; at other times muddy brown. And it stank. But by October 1968, Maple Bay Ratepayers Association called on North Cowichan council to change the water supply which they described as “stinking foul and rotten.” Council decided to send samples of the water supplied to Maple Bay to public health of¿cer Doug Roe for testing. Independent tests by analysts had already shown that the water contained 14.7 parts per million (ppm) of iron compared to the allowable minimum of 0.05 ppm. Samples taken at the well and ¿ve other locations would be shipped to the provincial government department of public health in Vancouver. Said Mayor Don Morton: “It would be possible but impractical to treat the pipes. To overcome the problem, two courses of action could be taken – either replace the pipes at a cost of $60,000, or use another source of water.”

Pictures of the Past

courtesy Ron McKinnon

A loaded logging truck pauses in a cleared area on Mt. Prevost in 1942. —We want your historical photos of Cowichan people and places. Email a high resolution jpeg along with your phone number and a brief explanation to editor@cowichannewsleader.com. Or drop by during regular ofﬁce hours and we’ll scan it in. More heritage photos are available for viewing online at www. cowichanvalleymuseum.bc.ca.

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Cowichan News Leader Pictorial B3

Scott Baker for Mayor Putting food on the table and keeping our economy going Agriculture is a lifeblood of North Cowichan. Just think of the ways…

I want to set the tone for North Cowichan’s support of agriculture. We need to buy local whenever possible and take the opportunity to showcase our foods. We need to buy from the local farm markets, butcher shops and all the local producers in the Cowichan Valley.

Our farmers are builders, employers and innovators. They are all about families, young people, and generations of experience. For decades, farms have been creating jobs, supporting our local businesses and tradespeople while also putting food on our tables.

As mayor, I also want to support and promote a vibrant food sector through strong planning policies. Agriculture needs to be one of our top priorities. We cannot afford to lose any more useable farmland in North Cowichan. We need to protect watersheds and ensure water needs are adequate for the growth of food production.

Farms help keep the economy alive in our communities. Farmers buy tires and equipment, pour concrete and put up buildings. They hire skilled workers, purchase materials and buy fuel.

I am a farmer and proud of it. In the 20 years I’ve lived in North My inlaws, children and partner all benefit from Cowichan, agriculture has supported our farm in so many ways. Everyone who lives in Only by supporting our farmers can me and my family in many ways through North Cowichan gets benefits from we address the important issue of food our farmers and agriculture. dairy, beef cattle, pig farming, chicken farming, security. The more local foods we produce, the egg production and horticulture. One of my compabetter we will be able to survive global economic probnies builds processing equipment and controlled atmosphere struclems and natural disasters. A big bonus is that most of the money tures for the long-term storage of fruit. stays in our community. But most of all, farming has brought my family both pleasure and learning. My family knows how to care for a variety of animals. This skill is vitally important, especially for the younger generation. That is why we should strongly support groups like the 4H Club, the Women’s Institute, and the Cowichan Exhibition Society.

Today’s farmers are a new breed. They’ve learned to add value to their products in ways that would make our ancestors proud. From producing wine on Somenos Rd. to growing unique wheat crops on Drinkwater, from hazlenuts on Henry Rd. to eggs in Westholme and the dairy, beef, and chicken growers, our municipality is a food-wealthy place.

The new Exhibition grounds along the highway are great. Its facilities are perfect for social events and other community gatherings. It is a wonderful place to celebrate the rich legacy of agriculture while and bringing families together.

Our agricultural entrepreneurs deserve the attention and support from North Cowichan. I intend to do just that by making sure farming is viewed as vital by every employee and on every committee. It is an important part of our future.

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Cowichan News Leader Pictorial B5

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Friday, October 14, 2011

Local high school students ahead of the class at VIU

From left, Nicole Macwatt, Breanna Mitchell, Scott Bocking, Daniella Loscerbo, Samantha Allan, Jessica Deeble, Krista Doumont and Denay Shelling are some of the Chemainus students taking university courses. Not pictured is Chelsea EaglestoneApril and Micayla Bauerstock.

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group of 10 Chemainus Secondary School students are getting a taste of university life. The senior students are enrolled in university classes at Vancouver Island University’s Cowichan campus while completing their ¿nal year of school. The students — Samantha Allan in criminology; Breanna Mitchell, psychology; Nicole Macwatt, English, public speaking; Daniella Loscerbo, English; Scott Bocking, English; Krista Doumont, introduction to social work; Jessica Deeble, psychology, Denay Shelling, English; Chelsea Eaglestone-April, literature and culture, communications and public speaking; and Micayla Bauerstock, psychology — say the bene¿ts and challenges are plenty. “It gets you ahead of the game,” said Shelling, referring to applying for colleges and universities after high school. Doumont pointed out taking university courses early allows students to explore interests. “It’s a great way to try something and if you don’t like it you didn’t spend all this money,” she said. “It’s a good way to get a taste of university,” said Bocking of going to the classes. The students sit in on the classes to get the full experience. Most of the students said they are not struggling trying to juggle the extra classes in what is a busy year of school and noted staying organized is key to getting through it. The students are also given a spare in their high school schedule. Others are learning a hard lesson in prioritizing, with Shelling pointing out some of her tests fall around each other. The students said being in university is a different environment as the students there want to learn and are passionate about their subjects. The students all said they would recommend the classes to younger students, noting even for those who do not know what ¿eld they want to enter, it offers the chance to tackle some courses required for graduation. “You have to be motivated,” said Deeble. Procrastination does not serve students in the program well, she added. “It’s something you do because you want to, not because you have to,” said Doumont.

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Friday, October 14, 2011

Duncan chamber wants to salute the art of making the arts your business Peter W. Rusland

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he arts as a business is the focus of the chamber of commerce’s new Black Tie award. Ranjit Dhami, Duncan Cowichan chamber’s president, enlisted the Cowichan Valley Artisans group to carve ¿ne details of how the arts award will work in time for April’s annual Black Tie awards. “We haven’t made any decisions whatsoever yet,” said artist Peggy Brackett of Crofton’s KilnArt Glass Studio. “We’re letting our members know the chamber has brought this award forward. “People will bring forward ideas and research how the (valley’s) other art awards work.” Brackett’s aware of public nominations plus donated, professional keeper-pieces for the City of Dun-

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Artist John Robertson with his teapot at the Cowichan Valley Artisans popular booth at the chamber’s Gourmet Gala at Cowichan Exhibition’s Mellor Hall. can’s Perpetual Arts Award saluting folks who’ve helped Cowichan’s famed arts scene. “First, we’ll look at the chamber’s Black Tie awards, and how they choose (winning) businesses,” she said of Black Ties based on citizen nominations saluting service in various categories. “The new award will focus on the

business of local artisans. “We want to raise the pro¿le of Cowichan artisans in the same way our wineries and food producers are also artisans.” The chamber’s arts award dovetails with 13-member CVA’s drive to keep knowledge of serious art alive. “We’re trying to promote ourselves as a full- time group of artisans — and there are others in the valley,” Brackett said. “We want people to know the arts are in their own backyard, and to support local products built to last — pieces people live with, not throwaway products of the Wal-Mart variety.” Prizes for the arts Black Tie are pending. “If it’s a trophy,” she promised, “you can be sure it’ll be a highquality piece manufactured by an artisan.” Call 250-246-3991 or 250-7481111. RBC DOMINION SECURITIES

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Friday, October 14, 2011

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;When he came into a room you knew he was there,â&#x20AC;? current Saltair director Mel Dorey said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Len was very outspoken and a great supporter of the community, and he always stood behind Saltair and he was a supporter of the CVRD too unless the CVRD was telling him what to do.â&#x20AC;?

North Oyster/Diamond Director Mary Marcotte said, Platt, 85 at the time of his death, was known as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sultan of Saltair.â&#x20AC;? A meeting will be held Nov. 17 in Saltair to talk about the communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s current water systems, but folks wanting to share stories about Platt have also been invited, Dorey said.

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As classic as a Sunday afternoon with friends St. Michaelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Presents: Rebranded Chemainus concert series keeps the culture coming Peter W. Rusland

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hirley and Des Cunnin got some of their musical Âżx during six years of shows by St. Michaelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Presents. The Crofton couple doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really care if the popular Sunday series has slightly rebranded itself to St. Michaelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Presents: Chemainus Classical Concerts. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all culture to the Cunnins. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Look, a person could go to shows every afternoon and evening in this valley, and be treated to amazing culture,â&#x20AC;? Shirley Cunnin said, ramped about Sundayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s preseason opener starring The McPherson Trio. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We belong to the society, but we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ticket â&#x20AC;&#x201D; we pay as we go,â&#x20AC;? she said after seeing about half of the classical seriesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

A classical season Chemainus Classical Concerts 2011-12 season features these 2 p.m. concerts: Oct. 23: Portraits of Liszt: Spiritual Visions, pianist Bruce Vogt Nov. 20: Sounds Like Treble, soprano Rachel Perkyns and pianist Dwight Siemens Dec. 11: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Twas in the Moon of Wintertime, The Concenti Singers Jan. 22: Hexuberance! with Hexaphone Feb. 26: Aspects of Love, soprano Alison Nystrom, pianist Betty Suderman March 25: Music Known & Unknown, Ensemble PaciďŹ ca Piano Quintet April 29: An Ancient China Interlude, Xiaochuan Pan May 27: Pictures at an Exhibition, pianist Frank Chu June 17: The Joy of Music Making, the Victoria Conservatory Collegium

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Your Cowichan events calendar niors Centre, 198 Government St., Duncan. (Next to the round building). Call 250-746-4433. Fourth-annual Sports Wall of Fame Induction Ceremonies: The Municipality of North Cowichan will honour ﬁve new inductees from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Cowichan Golf and Country Club. A limited number of tickets will be available for this event and can be purchased at North Cowichan Municipal Hall, Cowichan Aquatic Centre, and Fuller Lake Arena for

$10 each. Fourth-annual Garden House Foundation: Annual book sale featuring more than 10,000 used books to beneﬁt local families in crisis and animals in need, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Cobble Hill Hall. For information, call 250-743-4627. Community Seed Saving Workshop: a one day intensive workshop at the Mercury Theatre to learn and discuss the techniques and advantages of

saving seeds. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. Workshops run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mercury Theatre, 331 Brae Rd., Duncan. Call 250-748-8506 for more.

Sunday Maureen Washington: touches of jazz, blues, funk and pop colour this urban jazz siger who brings her band to Duncan 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 330 Duncan Street. Tickets are $15 advance, $20 door. Call 250-

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Monday POG (Printmakers Only Group) 20th-annual Show & Sale: Opening for a show featuring original, hand-pulled prints including etchings, woodcuts, serigraphs, monoprints, embossing, collagraphs and more. Viewing Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., until Oct. 22 at Portals: The Cowicha Valley Arts Council’s Centre of Arts, Culture & Heritage 2687 James St. More info at www.cowichanvalleyartscouncil.ca.

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CARTER - Trudeen Louise (Cameron) passed away October 8, 2011, in Duncan, just days before her 38th anniversary of marriage to Brian, her high school sweetheart. Fighting bravely until the very end; she never gave up hope that she would beat cancer and had courage and strength to continue on through several setbacks. Trudeen, the eldest of four children was born March 22, 1953 in New Westminster to proud parents, Gordon and Louise Cameron. The family moved to the Cowichan Valley when Trudeen was a young girl and she remained on Vancouver Island her entire life. After graduating in 1971 from Cowichan Secondary School, Trudeen then studied at Malaspina College for the next two years attaining her diploma as a legal secretary. In 1981, Brian and Trudeenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wishes of a family came true with the addition of their beloved daughter Melissa, and in recent years their adored grandchildren. She is survived by her husband Brian, her daughter Melissa (Brad), grandchildren Alexandra and Carter, brothers, Martin (Heather), Greig (Dana), and Richard (Maureen), sister-in-law Norma (David) and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Trudeen was an accomplished artist and always had a craft or baking project to complete. Her initials â&#x20AC;&#x153;TLCâ&#x20AC;? said it all and she left her stamp both on her artwork and our hearts. She was the adored matriarch of the family and a loyal friend to many. If you had a question, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nanâ&#x20AC;? always knew the answer. She was the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;go-toâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; person for not only her family, but also her many friends and co-workers. Her self-proclaimed â&#x20AC;&#x153;type Aâ&#x20AC;? personality is what endeared her to all who knew her. She was incredibly strong-willed, had a heart of gold and approached everything in life with passion. She devoted countless hours to volunteering including Girl Guides and Duncan United Church. Trudeen worked for BCFP in the Crofton Mill for several years and then moved on to working for SD#79, serving both her alma mater and ďŹ nally at Chemainus Secondary School. The family would like to thank friends Carrie, Pat, Duncan and Karen; caregivers Frank and Karen for their love, kindness and support. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, October 16th at 2pm at the Duncan United Church. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, donations to the Canadian Red Cross Society - Duncan (HELP: Health Equipment Loan Program) would be greatly appreciated.

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DEATHS GUGIN, Jim It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of our beloved husband and father Jim Gugin on October 4th at Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria at the age of 61. Left to cherish his memory is his wife and life partner of 30 years Kathleen, his daughter Caehlin (Clancy), and his son Jonathan (Alanna). Predeceased by his mother Helen, Jim is also survived by his father Robert, his sisters Diane (Bill) Campbell and Elaine (Wayne) Maddex and his brother Craig (Karen). Also mourning his loss is Jimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s other family, his in-laws: Clarice Cuthbert, Randy and Patt Roberts, Michael and Cheryl Cuthbert, Paul and Rosanna Cuthbert and Aunt Rose. Jim is also survived by numerous aunts and uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews from BC to New York. Jim was born near the family farm in Minnedosa, Manitoba and spent his childhood happily growing up on the prairies. A big piece of his heart remained there. After Kath and Jim married in 1981, they lived in Winnipeg where Caehlin and Jon were born. Then the family moved to Alberta and ďŹ nally to Shawnigan Lake in 1989 where they enjoyed becoming part of the community. Jim worked for BCBC as Vice President of the real estate department and of late as a real estate consultant with Provincial Capital Commission and others. Though Jim was a dedicated and professional realtor, his passion and greatest love was his family. His life revolved around his family and his desire to meet their needs and keep them happy and safe. Jim was happiest with his family around him sharing a meal and laughter. We will miss his sunny smile, and his caring loving ways. He will be with us forever. Jim â&#x20AC;&#x153;a gracious, loving, generous, smart, determined, gentlemanly, fatherly and exceedingly kind hearted manâ&#x20AC;?. The family has been overwhelmed by the kindness of their friends, all of whom meant so much to Jim. A celebration of Jimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life will be held at Arbutus Golf Club October 14th from 1-4 pm. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, donations would be appreciated to one of Jimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favourite and special places, the Kinsol Trestle Capital Campaign. Please call 250-709-1087 for speciďŹ c donation instructions. Website www.kinsol.ca Condolences may be shared online at www.sandsfuneral.com SANDS of DUNCAN 250-746-5212

DEATHS CROSSAN, Heather Anne It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear Mother, Granny, Sister and Aunt. Born in Eriksdale, Manitoba on August 20, 1945, Heather passed away in the Cowichan District Hospital on September 26, 2011.

She is survived by her loving children, Ray (Diane) Crossan and Jean Laktin, grandchildren, John, Rebecca, Lucas and Alina Crossan and Zane and Lita Laktin, her step-daughter Barbara (Crossan) Smith and grandchildren Heather, Lorna, Steele, Cheyenne and Fiona Smith, step-daughter Joan (Crossan) Breed and grandchildren Karen Breed and Nico Turner. She will also be mourned by her sister Joan (Dan) Isaachsen, nephew Jeff (Genny) Isaachsen nieces Tammy (Justin) Forcier and Erin Isaachsen and her sister Pat (Mike) Duringer and nephews Doug (Josie) Skene, Dan (Michelle) Skene, niece Sonja (Joe) Friend as well as many Manitoba cousins and her Uncle Bill Neely. Heather was predeceased by her parents Jack and Olive Parkes, her husband Arthur in 1989 and her partner and best friend, Ken Hennigar in May 2010. Heather was a unique and remarkable person who touched the lives of so many. She always had a job for her children and their friends, her nieces and nephews and lastly for her own grandchildren. And all of these young people learned great work ethics under her care. Heather was well respected in the goat farming community and her â&#x20AC;&#x153;Capri Dairyâ&#x20AC;? milk is sold in many of our local stores. She had a deep love for all animals and her Border Collie puppies have been placed in homes all over North America. She could ďŹ x anything from trucks and farm machinery to the many, many computers that passed through her ofďŹ ce for her to â&#x20AC;&#x153;saveâ&#x20AC;?. Her knowledge, humor, caring and her readiness to lend a hand will be missed greatly by a very wide circle of friends and family. Please join the family for an open house Celebration of Heatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Life on Saturday, October 22, 2011 from 12pm to 5pm at the Cobble Hill Community Hall, 3550 Watson Ave, Cobble Hill BC. Remembrances will be given at 2pm. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorial donations, if desired, may be made to the Cowichan District Hospital Foundation. Online condolences may be offered at www.sandsfuneral. com (Colwood) When you love someone, they stay in your heart forever.

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

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Fourth Annual Craft Fair Sat. Oct. 15th 9-2 Handmade Crafts for all ages Valley Seniors Centre 198 Govt. St., Duncan (Next to the Round Bldg) 250-746-4433

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Surrounded by his loving family, Cam slipped into eternal rest following a valiant battle with cancer. Cam is survived by his wife Patricia, daughters Kathleen (Brad), Lori (Cliff), Colleen (Marty), Karen(Steven) & Rob; six Island kids – Cleo (Guy), Glenn (Anya), Monte (Debbie), Hope (Dave), Shawn(Sandra), Patrick; 21 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and sister Jay (Lance). He was predeceased by his mother, Margaret, father, Harold; brothers Barry, Teddy and son, Ross. Born in Cornwall, Ontario, Cam moved British Columbia in 1968 where he resided in the Lower Mainland & Fraser Valley areas. He relocated to Victoria in the mid ‘70’s where he remained until his death. Cam served several years in the Canadian Armed Forces, a member of the Black Watch where he proudly served the Queen Mother at a formal dinner in Montreal in 1962. When he retired from his military career, Cam spent the remainder of his working life in Food Services for the Dept of National Defense in Victoria. He was a long time member and stellar player at the Victoria Horseshoe Club. He also held memberships with the Black Watch Association and the Royal Canadian Legion #91. A celebration of Cam’s life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion on Station Road in Langford on October 22, from 2-4 p.m. In lieu of ﬂowers, donations may be made to the Victoria Hospice Society for their compassionate and loving palliative care. Rest in eternal peacehusband, father, grandfather and friend.

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INFORMATION Arcadian Early Learning (Duncan Daycare Society)

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Thank you on behalf of my son David McKenzie who died from cancer on September 15, 2011. I would like to thank so many people for the cards, Àowers, plants, phone calls, support and donations to the SPCA. My heartfelt thanks to Steve, Layne, Robbie and John for their wonderful memories of David at his Celebration of Life at First Memorial, who did a great job. David had so many special friends, I can’t mention you all, but I thank each and every one of you for your friendship to David. Thanks to Daren for working so hard to put the engine back in his truck. You made sure he could see it. True friendship! Thanks to Amanda for her loving care of Dakota, his little dog pal. Thanks to Community Care nurses and Home Support staff at Cowichan District, Jubilee and Vic General Hospitals and also Dr. Seymour who showed such compassion. Thanks to Merv who worked so hard to put the show of his pictures together, Bob for the music and Victor for of¿ciating. David had only 38 years but he left so many memories of a beautiful soul. I will miss you and love you forever. I’m proud to call you my son. With love always and forever, Mum (Maureen) and family

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

CARETAKER SERVICES FOR EXHIBITION PARK The Cowichan Exhibition invites proposals from interested parties for provision of on-site Park Caretaker Services for Exhibition Park, located at 7380 Trans Canada Highway, Duncan, B.C. At a minimum, the Park Caretaker services will require the provision of Park site security, washroom servicing, and designated maintenance, including grass and weed trimming. Operation of Park equipment would be an asset. The Park Caretaker may be offered residential accommodation within the Park. The Cowichan Exhibition reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and negotiate with any proponent. If you are interesting in being considered please submit your proposal no later than November 1st, 2011. Address proposals to: Shari Paterson, Executive Director C/o Cowichan Exhibition 7380 Trans Canada Highway Duncan, B.C. V9L 6B1 cowex@shaw.ca 250-748-0822

Deliver the News Leader Pictorial on Wednesdays & Fridays AND SHAPE UP PERMANENT CARRIERS REQUIRED ON THE FOLLOWING ROUTES: COWICHAN BAY 253502 – Botwood, Cowichan Bay, Wessex (69 papers) DUNCAN 100300 – Harmony, Sandra, Tzouhalem, Valleyview (66 papers) 101000 – Church, Crescent, Tzouhalem (120 papers) 104500 – Allenby, Boal, Mearns, Polkey, Roberts, TCH (126 papers) MAPLE BAY 153850 – Deborah, Frances (82 papers) 153900 – Ambleside, Deykin, Lansdowne, Maple Bay, Shoreview, Trumpeter, Westlock (75 papers)

*all paper counts are approximates CALL LARA NOW Extension 224

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A22 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial HELP WANTED

Friday, October 14, 2011 HELP WANTED

Clements Centre Clements Centre Society Here We Grow Again!

Home Share Providers Wanted! Applications are now being accepted from individuals and families living within walking distance of downtown Duncan and interested in sharing their home.

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD

MODEL/TALENT AGENCIES

â&#x20AC;˘ First Cook $18.75/hr (up to $1950/wk) â&#x20AC;˘ Second Cook $15.75/hr. (up to $1635/wk) â&#x20AC;˘ Camp Attendant $14.75/hr. (up to $1530/wk). LRG Catering has seasonal remote location job openings starting in October. Room & Board & Transportation Included while working in camp. Please fax resume to: (1)780-462-0676, or apply online @ www.toughnecks.com

MOVIE EXTRAS WANTED!

LEGAL NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Clements Centre Society offers supports and services to adults with developmental disabilities and coordinates home sharing placements. Individuals or families interested in providing a safe, secure and supportive environment please contact Heather Fillery at 250.746.4135 ext 244 to request a home share application package.

Cowichan Independent Living is seeking a

Career Development/Technology Facilitator This contract position will focus on assisting persons with disabilities in the area of resume/cover letter development and technology assistance. Experience working with individuals with a disability would be an asset, as would a strong knowledge of the barriers to employment for people with disabilities. Candidates must have good written and verbal communication skills, strong language and grammar skills, the ability to work in a team environment, and conďŹ dent computer/technology abilities. Knowledge of employment support services, Independent living programs, adult learning principles and/or career counselling practices would also be an asset. Please contact Susan Lake for more information or to submit your application. Cowichan Independent Living 321 Coronation Avenue, Duncan, BC, V9L 2T1 Telephone: (250) 746-3930 Fax: (250) 746-3662 susan@cvilrc.bc.ca

Editor

Lake Cowichan Gazette The award-winning Lake Cowichan Gazette has an opening for an editor in their one-person newsroom commencing as soon as possible.

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Thank you to all who apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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EDUCATION/TUTORING PRIVATE TUTORMath, Physics, grade 10 to 12. 15 yrs exp. Jenny (250)746-9655.

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As well as editing copy and paginating pages, the successful candidate can expect to produce some news copy and editorials, take photographs, and generate story ideas. Knowledge of Canadian Press style is vital.

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

PERSONAL SERVICES HEALTH PRODUCTS

Boss Talent Agency

PERSONAL SERVICES

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All Ages All Ethnicities Arrive at 10:30 am Sharp

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PERSONAL SERVICES

Garage Sales

FOOD PRODUCTS

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GARAGE SALES

COBBLE HILL SUNDAY SWAP MEET & CRAFT SALE in BIG HALL 3550 Watson Ave, October 16, 10am-3pm Venders selling: Porcelain baby doll, homemade childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sweaters, scrubbys, purses, eggs, feather crafts, remote control cars, pottery, gluten-free baking, jewelry, furniture. Refreshments available. Please be advised, no smoking on property. For space, Call Heather (250)743-7018

GARAGE SALES * Great bargains * All local, in COWICHAN!

DRY FIREWOOD Split & delivered. 0412.

for sale. (250)510-

FREE: Couch: green, old, good condition. Two single beds: box spring, mattress, frame, headboard. Good condition. 250-743-9764 Gillian

DUNCAN, 5919 Deuchars Dr., Sat, Oct. 15, 9am-1pm. Estate Sale. Something for everyone. LADYSMITH, GIANT SALE

MURPHY BED (new) 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122;W x 7.5â&#x20AC;&#x2122;H, cherry wood. Double moving bookcases, originally $4300, must sell $2000 obo. Call 250-746-3616 or email to: ajclark@shaw.ca

Sat & Sun Oct 15 & 16, 8-4,

JEWELS, FURS

and a lot more!

BUY, SELL, Watches, Estate Jewellery, Gold, Diamonds, Repairs, Custom designs. St. Thomas Gold & Silver, 895 Fort Street, Victoria, 250-3807698.

DUNCAN: 6258 Averill Dr., 9-3pm. Oct 15. Household, furniture, vacuum, weedeater, collectableâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, single beds, display cabinet, and much more!

2 miles south of Ladysmith by Ladysmith Storage, watch for signs. Tools, antiques, appliances, books, jewellery, saddle, chainsaws, new clothing

DUNCAN, Fri, Sat & Sun, Oct 14th, 15th & 16th, 9-4. #2752885 Boys, Rain or Shine! Silver Park M/H park, 2nd gate, turn right. Tools, jewellery, 3 wheel scooter, cigar boxes, collectibles & more

MILL BAY, Sat Oct 15, 9-1, Cooperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hawk Rise in Sentinel Ridge, off Noowick, off Mill Bay Rd. Fishing items, books, clothing, household & more!

DUNCAN, Sat Oct 15, 9-2, #438-2885 Boys Rd., Silver Park M/H, 2nd entrance. Up right freezer, new tent trailer, collectibles, china, glassware. No toys or childrens items.

FUEL/FIREWOOD

FURNITURE

DUNCAN: 3171 MooreďŹ eld Rd, off Lane. Lots of stuff for everyone! Sat, Oct 15, 8-3.

DUNCAN, Giant Sale by Northern Star Humanitarian Society, Sat Oct 15, 9-1, corner of Sprott Rd & Island Hwy, just follow the signs. Contact Fred (250)715-1393

FREE: YAMAHA electric organ, works perfectly. Call 250746-8826.

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CROFTON, 2 family carport sale, Sat Oct 15, 10-3, 1543 Robert St., Crofton. KS bed frame, rocking chair, sm to lg items. Too much to list! Consider offers on anything.

DUNCAN, 6037 Mary St., Sat, Oct. 14, 8:30am-2:00pm. Household items, furniture, fabric, candle accessories and much more.

FREE ITEMS

SHAWNIGAN LAKE, 2728 Worthington Rd., Sat & Sun, Oct. 15 & 16, 9am-2pm. Downsizing Sale. Entertainment centre, 2 swivel leather chairs (1 with ottoman), household items, electrician and handyman electrical materials, good selection of handyman tools, including table saw, gardening tools & much more. Canceled if raining!

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

Independent Business Owner

Call or email for products

(250) 510-6305 email:

shop@cbncanada.com LOVELY MAPLE-WOOD rocking chair with arms. Perfect condition. $125. Call 250748-8855 after 6 p.m.

Friday, October 14, 2011

Cowichan News Leader Pictorial A23

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

MORTGAGES

APARTMENT/CONDO

DUNCAN: STUDIO & 1 bdrm suites avail. Close to Beverly Corners, 4 blk to University, on bus route. New paint, new ﬁxtures. $550-$625. Heat/hot water incld’d. NS/NP, refs. (250)748-3729.

CROFTON 2 Bdrm Apartment Includes 5 appliances. No pets and non smoker’s preferred. $750. + utilities per mo. Ref. req. Dec 1. Call 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 - $329,900 Walk to downtown, hospitals & schools from this 4 bdrm home located on a quiet cul-de-sac. Updated with a new kitchen, 2 baths, family rm, large laundry rm & new ﬂooring throughout. Gas furnace and 2 gas fps. Large covered deck & fenced back yard. Workshop, lots of storage. The triple carport has room for an RV. To view, call (250)748-3932

HERITAGE Pawn

Game systems SALE! Dewalt table saw, ExoPC Slate tablet, Yamaha trumpet, Coleman 5000W generator, Titan 440ix and Hero Airless paint sprayers. 430 Whistler, 250-746-9810. www.heritage pawnbrokers.com HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

SELL IT FAST AND MAKE SOME CASH

BRIGHT 2BDRM condo, close to town, f/s, d/w, w/d, 19+, (avail immed) NS/NP, $875 mo + utils. Call 250-710-0881.

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES Damaged House? Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale? We will Buy your House Quick Cash & Private. Mortgage Too High and House won’t sell? Can’t make payments? We will Lease Your House, Make your Payments and Buy it Later!

Inglis stove, 4 burner, selfcleaning oven, good condition. $75. (250)748-0072 MOVING SALE CHEMAINUS. Tools: 7.25 skill saw, 60’ rubber garden hose, new 3’ level, shovels. Light golf bag 10 clubs, $25. 2 apt sized wing back chairs, light green, 4 yrs old (Sklar Peppler). Combo unit 1960’s entertainment unit, 54wx55hx20”d, shelves & drawers, $175 obo. 2 piece bureaus, $200 obo. Oak arm chairs, $10. 2 outdoor folding chairs, $10 & more. Call (250)246-5314.

CENTRAL LOCATION, Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrms, balcony, F/S, hot water, parking, pet considered, $525-$850/mo. Call 250-748-7764.

50” SONY Grand Wega LCD projection HD TV, with matching stand & DVD player. $350. (250)701-3606.

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE BY OWNER CAYCUSE: WELL maintained Recreational Property/Home. 1500 sq.ft, 3 bdrm 2 bath, 5 acres, garage. A stone throw from pristine Cowichan Lake. $399,900. Furnished. Ready to move in! Call 250-478-2648 250-745-3387.

Call 310.3535

COWICHAN BAY: 2 bdrm condo, adult oriented bldg. Underground parking, N/S, N/P. $750/mo + util’s. 250-701-2670

CROFTON, 2 bdrm, insuite laundry, prkng, avail now, $780+ util’s. 250-210-0756.

CHEMAINUS 1 BDRM heat & h/w incld. small pet ok. $650. Leave msg (250)245-8869.

DUNCAN 2 bdrm condo, insuite lndry Hospital area. $725 mo. (Immed). (250)704-1251.

HOUSES FOR SALE

RE/MAX of Duncan www.kimjohannsen.com

OPEN HOUSE

www.webuyhomesbc.com

Sunday October 16

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

MORTGAGES

Shawnigan Lake $499,900 Deirda Junghans DFH Real Estate

250-474-6003 RENTALS

Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and reﬁnances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca

APARTMENT/CONDO $500/MO STARTING- weekly available, many room types, furnished, w/common kitchen. All utils, internet included. FREE local calls, No Credit Checks. Call Motel, 250-7480661, (Duncan).

mail@kimjohannsen.com

280 Dogwood Ave, Duncan $319,900 Open House Saturday, October 15th 12:00– 1:30

1 - 3 pm 1671 Elford Rd.,

3 BDRM MOBILE in Evergreen M/H Park, Gibbins Road, Duncan, near bus stop. Pet allowed. Needs some TLC. Offers. 1-250-585-6565.

250.748.7200 Direct: 250.748.8080 Direct: 250.743.5151

Centennial Heights 4 Bdrm Family Home

Open House

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DUNCAN: SPACIOUS 2 bdrm condo, central, 4 appls. NS/NP. $795. 250-746-1019, 250-746-4509, after 6pm.

HOUSES FOR SALE

Call: 1-250-616-9053 SOUND/VIDEO/TV

CLEAN RENOVATED 2 bdrm, Hospital area, on bus route, quiet complex, 5 appls. Caretaker. $750. 1-250-474-0545.

KL11-127

1,906 Sq. Ft Duplex w/Add’l Accommodations!

6157 Lane Road, Duncan $265,900 Open House Saturday, October 15th 2:00 – 3:30

NEW PRIC E

KL11-121

Beautiful & Affordable 3 Bdrm Duplex!

3228 Hillwood Road, Duncan $254,900 Open House Sunday, October 16th 1:00-2:30

$800/MONTH utilities not included, large 2 bedroom condo for rent. In suite laundry and dishwasher. In quiet over 19 building. NS NP call Leanne 250-732-7605 or email leanne_gorle@yahoo.ca

KL11-101

Service Directory 9OUR COMPLETE GUIDE TO 0ROFESSIONAL 3ERVICES IN THE #OWICHAN 6ALLEY

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING

CLEANING SERVICES

CONTRACTORS

ELECTRICAL

GARDENING

HAULING AND SALVAGE

PLUMBING

COMPLETE BOOKKEEPING Services for small business. Fast, friendly and efﬁcient. Kathy 250-743-8194.

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

DAVID GALE CONSTRUCTION

ELECTRICIAN LICENSED and bonded. Reasonable rates. Call Kelly 250-7430326.

PETTER’S YARD Care, 20 years experience, Landscaping, Pressure Washing, Light Hauling. Call 250-748-9775.

FENCING

HANDYPERSONS

COMPUTER SERVICES

EXCEL BOOKKEEPING SERVICES. Small to medium businesses. (250)597-1313.

ABLE COMPUTER REPAIR In-home service. Seniors’ discount. Nico 250-746-6167

CLEANING SERVICES DETAILED CLEANING Friendly, reliable and experienced. Have excellent references. $18/hr. Christine (250)710-0423 EXPERIENCED HOUSE CLEANER has openings for new clients, Mondays, Duncan area. $25/hr. References available. Ph 250-510-0916

Additions - renovations decks, doors, windows, kitchen, bathrooms, basement suites, foundations, drywall, plumbing, electrical. ALL CERTIFIED TRADES

Our readers are looking for you! Don’t be missed, place your ad today.

Call 310.3535

GARDENING

Autumn Clean-Up

Mention Serving the Cowichan Valley this ad and get • Hedge Trimming • Pruning 10% off • Garbage Removal • Rototilling • Lime & Aerating • Fertilizing Lawns

Call…Rick 250-510-4769

100% Done Right Guaranteed!

20 years in Valley Free Estimates, Plans

250-746-9956 www.davidgaleconstruction.ca

A1 Hauling/Delivery

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P.M.

Professional Roof Repairs 1 (250) 616-9698

STUCCO/SIDING

HAULING AND SALVAGE

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TREE SERVICES

ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

ALL RUBBISH removal, small renovations, deck work, carpentry, painting, plumbing, and evestrough cleaning. Seniors discount. Ian 250-743-6776.

Trained Architectural Technologist

DO YOU OFFER HOME SERVICES?

A SERVICE PLUMBER. Licence, Insured. Drains, HWT, Reno’s, Repairs. Senior Discounts. After Hour Service. Call Coval Plumbing, 250709-5103.

TREE SERVICES

MOBILE MILLING LTD.

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

250-743-8284 or pmmill@telus.net

HOUSEHOLD SERVICES

250-510-4745

deliveryguy.shawwebspace.ca Furniture Ofﬁce Equipment Appliances Tenant Leftovers Yard Waste Lumber Yard P/U Rubbish Construction Debris Small Moving Jobs Welcome Free Estimates 14 yrs. Experience

Bob’s Hauling & Free Pickup Metal, batteries, wine & liquor bottles, pop & beer tins, juice containers.

250-743-5119 250-361-7889 CLASSIFIEDS WORK HARD! Call 310.3535

* Gutters * Windows * Siding * Moss treatment * Pressure washing Mill Bay/Duncan 250-743-3306 Chemainus/Ladysmith 250-324-3343 TRAVELLIN’ COMPANION. I offer Housekeeping, respite, chores & more (250)246-9827

PAINTING METICULOUS PAINTING of interiors for over ﬁfteen years. Call the Paint Saint today. (250)701-5695 M&S OXFORD Home/Commercial Reno’s & Painting. Patio’s, Decks, Sheds, Hardwood and Trim. 25 yrs exp. Quality Guar. 250-213-5204.

STUCCO - Including small jobs and refacing old stucco. Guaranteed. 250-715-5883

RENOVATING?

Find an expert in your community www. bcclassiﬁed. com

A24 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

Friday, October 14, 2011

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

APARTMENT/CONDO

HOMES FOR RENT

OFFICE/RETAIL

SUITES, LOWER

AUTO FINANCING

2-BDRM RANCHER, large kitchen, living room, full bath, baseboard heat. Large fenced yard, close to schools & corner store. Pet ok, W/D hookup, F&S incl. $1100/mo. 250-7484613 or 250-701-8333

DUNCAN: RETAIL space for lease, highway exposure, A/C, ample parking. 250-7465657, 250-748-8671

DUNCAN, LARGE 2 bdrm suite, shared laundry, carport, N/S, N/P, $800 mo utils incl’d, avail Nov. 1, 250-748-5456.

Need a Car? Poor Credit?

TWO 2ND Floor commercial suites available Nov. 1. Great downtown location,approx 500 sq.ft. each. Reasonable rent, ample parking. (250)701-7517.

DUNCAN- (Sherman Rd) 2.5 bdrms, 1 bath. Available Oct 1. $885./mo inclds utils. Call (250)797-2411.

4 bdrm house in Youbou

$1075/mo unfurnished (Min 1 yr lease). See photos www.goo.gl/e8z9N Contact Ron St. Pierre 250-483-5869 or email ronstpierre@gmail.com

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

Ocean & Harbour Views 55+ Building 2 Bdrm Suite Ladysmith 385 Davis Road

SHAUGHNESSY GARDENS, 3251 Cowichan Lake Rd. Clean 2 bdrm units. Full size fridge, stove & dishwasher. Carpet & linoleum, window coverings, ﬁreplace. Quiet, well maintained bldg with elevator & sauna. Close to Schools & Hospitals. To view call Dorcas, (250)710-7515, 250-710-7989. SHAWNIGAN LAKE front furnished condo’s, monthly rentals. N/S, N/P. (250)743-2360.

250-246-5688

LAKE COWICHAN (waterfront), 1 bdrm, $580 w/balcony. Utils separate. Close to all amenities. N/P. Avail Nov. 1. 250-708-0703, 250-749-6857. LAKE COWICHAN (waterfront), 2 bdrm, $595 w/balcony. Utils separate. Close to all amenities. N/P. Avail Nov. 1. 250-708-0703, 250-749-6857. LOVELY 1 & 2-BDRM suites, Central Duncan, seniors oriented bldg, heat included, N/S, N/P. Please call Art at 250-746-7241.

MAPLE GROVE APTS. 3271 Cowichan Lake Rd 2 & 3 Bedroom Units _____________________

*Heat & Hot water included *Family oriented *Clean & quiet *Renovated units *Indoor Pets welcome *Onsite Laundry Facilities _____________________

Call (250) 710-7515 to view

www.shawniganlakebeachresort.com

PARKLAND PLACE 620 Dobson Road 250-748-0496 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.

Renovated 2 Bdrm Apartment

Quiet, secure & newly renovated Overlooks lovely gardens. Seniors Welcome!

Royal Alexander Apts

2575 Alexander St., Duncan

(250)746-6442

NEAR NEW, 2 bedroom, centrally located, 5 appliances, adult orientated building, available November 1, 2011, $750.00 250-748-9622.

SHAWNIGAN LAKE front Condo, newly furnished 2 bdrm, W/D, D/W, moorage, tennis. Available now. $850. NS/NP. (250)883-9600. YOUBOU: 2 bdrm, garden, lrg yard, prkng, pets neg., lndry, $610. (250)210-0756.

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COTTAGES LAKE COWICHAN clean 2 bdrm cottage, quiet rural area, large yard, F/S. $600 + util’s. Call (250)749-4061.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES CHEMAINUS 1/2 duplex in town, 3-4 bdrms, 3 bath, all appls, $1100 utils incld. Avail Nov 1 .(250)246-1546. CROFTON: 2-BDRM. Fridge, stove & heat included. Car port, laundry. $825/mo. 250748-4253 or 250-715-5810. CROFTON: TOP 2 bdrm, ocean view, balcony, in 4plex. F/S, shared W/D, $675+ util’s. (250)246-3773, (250)324-3430 DUNCAN- DUPLEX, 3 bdrms, 1.5 baths, W/D hook-up, newly painted in quiet family neighbourhood. NS/NP. $900./mo. Ref’s req’d. Call 250-245-5207 DUNCAN: Avail. Nov 1 near hospital. 3 bdrm, 2 full bath, 2000 sq ft. 1 car garage, minimal yard work, 5 appliances (shared laundry), natural gas, $1400/m, includes utilities. 250-748-3539. Pets considered. N/S. Ref. required DUNCAN- CLOSE to schools, 5 Bdrms, 2.5 bath, W/D hookup. No pets. Available Now. Call (250)748-4285. DUNCANNEWLY built 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, garage, fenced yrd, close to town/schools, 5 appls, pets considered. $1350. (250)597-3362. DUNCAN, quiet, level entry 1 bdrm, 4 appl’s, gas F/P, 1 car garage/workshop. N/S, N/P. $920 incl’s utilities. Available now. (250)748-9059 DUNCAN, Walk to town, Quiet 3 bdrm upper, 1.5 baths, 5 appl’s. Fenced back yard. NS/NP. $1250 incl’s util. Nov 1st. (250)748-9059 DUNCAN IN TOWN, newly reno’d 2-bdrm duplex, F&S, $800/mo. No pets. Avail Oct 15. 250-701-1937.

MILL BAY: Bright, clean 3bdrm, 1 ofﬁce, 4-pc updated bath, private deck with view, new windows, full basement, workshop, W/D, F/S. NS/NP, $1100. (250)661-6628.

CHEMAINUS Rancher - 3 bdrm, 1 bath, country home, avail. Nov. 1. Fenced yard, ample parking/carport/storage. Pet consid. $1300 + util., 250746-7896 or 250-732-7700 COWICHAN BAY- furnished modern 2 bdrm, 2 bath. Avail Nov 1, 2011 to April 29, 2012. Privacy, view specular views, lrg deck w/hot tub. See photos at: www.showpen.com/micasa $1500+ utils. Refs+ deposit. Call (250)748-2938. COWICHAN BAY. Modern 5th wheel / 1-bdrm, 1 bath, on private property. Ocean views, 2 decks. Furnished or not. Large yard, garden space. $600./mo inclds water, sewer, garbage pick-up. No dogs, smokers or drugs. (250)746-6977. DUNCAN: 3 bdrm, fenced yard, small pet ok, $1100 util’s incld’d. Avail. Nov. 1st. Call (250)710-9738. DUNCAN, 4 bed + den, 3 bath, dble garage, appl’s, 2200sqft split level home by Mt. Prevost school, $1400/mo plus util. NS, Refs, hypo-allergenic pet or cat ok. Avail Dec 1st. 250-746-5565. DUNCAN, NEAR hospital, on bus route. 14 X 70, 2 bdrm mobile home in quiet adult park, pets OK. $850 mo. Call (250)246-8318. DUNCAN- SM 3 bdrm house near Mt. Prevost School, 4 appls. Non-smoking, outside pets welcome. Refs. $900. Avail Nov 1. Call (250)2464677 or (250)-732-0808. MAPLE BAY: 2 bdrm carriage house, garage not incl; FS, WD, some furniture if desired, no dogs, N/S, Nov 1, $800+ utils. Ref’s. 250-748- 6157 MAPLE BAY Rd., beautiful large, 4-bdrm bsmt home, 3 baths, large living & rec room w/ ﬁreplaces, den, 5 appls, heat pump, 5 mins to town, very private acreage with lake view, avail now. Ref’s req. N/S. $1650, (250)746-7935. MILL BAY, completely reno’d, 1200 sq ft, 2 bdrm mobile home in senior’s section (45+), Cedar Creek Trailer Park. Hrdwd ﬂrs, 1.5 bath. No Smoking, N/P, only pad rental included. Avail Oct/Nov, $975 mo, leave message @ 250743-3431 or 1-250-477-6155. MILL BAY- (Sylvester Baldy Mtn) 3 bdrm, 2 bath bungalow on acreage. F/S, wood stove. Available Nov 1. Pets negotible. $1300. (250)415-5286. Rowan Property Management Ltd. Has a large selection of homes & apartments for rent in the Cowichan Valley. Visit us at www.rowanproperty.ca or call (250)748-9090 SHAWNIGAN LAKE, 2 bdrm, mountain views, W/D, $850 + utils, N/P, N/S, avail Nov. 1, call 250-743-8268. SHAWNIGAN LAKE, Central. 3-bdrm, close to all amenities, schools & beach. 5 appl’s, NP/NS. $870. Avail. now. (250)743-5513, (250)213-3681 SHAWNIGAN LAKEMnt. and lake views, on acreage, 4 bdrm, 2 bath, dbl garage, 5 new appls, pet friendly. Refs. $1585. (250)665-6527. WHY RENT when you can own? 0% down; $1600/mo. Call 250-360-1929 Binab Strasser - Re/Max Alliance. YOUBOU- LAKE view, reno’d 3bdrm W/D, woodstove, N/S, refs, $1150, 1-250-653-9898.

OFFICE/RETAIL DOWNTOWN DUNCAN 2500 sq.ft. 6 separate ofﬁces, reception, conference area & kitchen, 2nd ﬂoor, AC,. $1175/mo. 250-715-6880.

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SUITES, LOWER BACHELOR SUITE in house on acreage, 15 mins west of Duncan. N/S, quiet. No pets. $475 inclusive. (250)749-3854 BRIGHT 1 BDRM Level entry, very quiet, priv. entrance, NP/NS, no parties, $650 incl util. Avail Nov 1. 250-748-3470 BRIGHT, COZY, basement suite. Private entrance, laminate ﬂooring. Shared W/D. Suitable for one person. Lakes Road area. N/S N/P $600/mo utilities included. Avail Nov 1st. 250-748-3425 CHEMAINUS BRIGHT, ocean view 2 bdrm, fenced yrd, close to town. $900 inclds utils. (250)246-1546. CHEMAINUS: OCEAN View 1bdrm 850sqft, $875 or 2bdrm 1060sqft, $950. Large kitchen/dining/living, 5 appl. Private ent. & large parking. N/P N/S, no drugs/loud parties. Util’s incl. Ref’s. Now (250)246-1408 COBBLE HILL- bright, clean, 1 bdrm suite, $650. New fridge, stove, carpet, lino. Hydro & water included. Nonsmoking, N/P, no partying. Call (250)743-8166. COWICHAN BAY: 1bdrm grnd level, sep. ent., NS/NP. $650 incls. utils & lndry. Avail. Nov. 1st. Call 250-743-3755. COWICHAN BAY 1 Bdrm suite, newly reno’d, bright, ocean view, NS/NP, Util./Internet incl. $750. 250-748-2810.

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Reid and company bank on their curling talents for $1,000 Duncan’s Nolan Reid and his junior curling teammates cashed in at the Golden Ears junior cashspiel. Reid (playing second), skip Josh Hozack, third Corey Chester and lead Zac Capron collected $1,000 for winning the event.

Chester is new to the team this year so “I demoted myself down to second,’’ said Reid. The team played some highpowered opponents on the way to victory, including the Russian junior national team. Reid and company went

undefeated in six games. “We’re looking pretty good,’’ he said. The foursome is looking forward to a bunch of other events, including the Vancouver Island Shootout at Juan de Fuca next month.They curl every Tuesday in Victoria to stay sharp.

Webster climbs to fourth place in world bike trials Elite seat: View from near the top looks good, but Mill Bay rider would like to move a few notches higher before ending his competitive run Don Bodger

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ou’ve probably seen him recently at the Cowichan Exhibition or doing trials demonstrations elsewhere. Mill Bay’s John Webster, who turns 24 on Nov. 4, has grown up as a trials competition phenom and it’s followed him into adulthood. What most people don’t know about him because his sport receives such limited and regional exposure is how Webster has continued to climb among the world’s elite. The latest Union Cycliste Internationale world championship in Champery, Switzerland brought Webster ever closer to the top spot in the world for the elite class. It was his third world championship at that level, taking him from 18th at Adelaide, Australia two years ago to seventh in Quebec last year to fourth in Switzerland. “We’re moving in the right direction,’’ conceded Webster. “I changed my bike quite a bit since last year. “I felt like I gained a lot more on the top riders this year.’’ Nearly 50 riders started in the competition at the elite level. The top eight competed in the ¿nal. “I got to ride the ¿nal n Quebec as well,’’ said Webster. “I was having a real hard time with the sections — not as if I couldn’t do them, it was the speed.’’ The object is to make it through the sections without accumulating too many deduction points. “There was some sections where everybody ¿ved it,’’ said Webster. “I made it through farther than anyone else. “There’s always room for improvement. I’m excited now for next year.’’ Webster feels he’s close to pushing the limits that could put him on top. The competition will be held in Austria next year. It’s a costly venture for Webster to go — about $1,200, he estimates. There are few resources he can call on to reduce the cost. Screw Clothing was a big help and other sponsors have come on board to assist him in every

way possible. “Every little bit helps,’’ Webster said. Webster has become familiar with his competition and is striving to better himself in the future to beat them. “It was most of the same guys,’’ he said. “There’s three riders that were in the top 10 that didn’t ride this year and that’s it.’’ A surprise reception was held at Cycle Therapy for Webster after his return from Switzerland. He thought he was dropping in to get some toe socks. “There was probably 20 or 30 people they got a hold of,’’ said Webster. “Cycle Therapy helps me out. They give me cost on all parts I can get from them.’’ The Cowichan Exhibition performance was a fun way for Webster to entertain and inform. “Sun FM got a hold of me and asked if I wanted to do a demo for them,’’ he said. “I got some publicity and showed people what it is, kind of thing.’’ Webster had only been home for a few days, but still did four shows each Friday and Saturday at the fair. “I’m looking to do more demos this year for whatever, grand openings. I could do them at birthday parties for all I care.’’ Webster has a practice course in his backyard with all sorts of big rocks and tree stumps as props and actually held a competition there last year. “I’m going to do an event in the backyard again for sure,’’ he said. “There’s not very many young kids getting into the sport.’’ Webster would like to rectify that and is more than willing to offer his expertise. “I think I’m going to start doing clinics,’’ he said. “I’ve got a ton of spare parts left. No one’s going to have to buy a bike to see if they like it. Obviously, if they like it they can go out and buy their own bike. “It has to be young kids coming up in it or else it’s going to disappear.’’ Webster is giving himself about ¿ve or six more years of serious competition. “It’s rare to see a top rider who’s 30 or older,’’ he said. “I kind of want to quit while I’m ahead. I don’t want to deteriorate.’’

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Balancing on his trials bike is a piece of cake for Mill Bay’s John Webster, as he does some practice on his backyard course. A strong work ethic is sure to keep him inching ever closer to a world championship.

Australians put on a Äeld hockey show here 75 years ago Wide World of Sports: Showcase game in 1936 put Duncan on the map, even if the local ladies couldn’t match the visitors’ speed, skill and ﬁnesse Don Bodger

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istory dictates why ¿eld hockey has such a huge presence in the valley. It’s been 75 years since the ¿rst game was played on Oct. 5, 1936 at the Cowichan Cricket and Sports Club — now McAdam Park — between the Duncan ladies and an Australian team. Together with a meeting two days earlier between the Australians and the Lower Mainland all-star ladies’ team in Vancouver, the series marked the ¿rst international ¿eld hockey games played on Canadian soil. The Duncan ladies’ team consisted of Henrietta

Rea in goal, Pat Denny and Barbara Walker in the back positions, Audrey Mutter, Kay Staples and Esme Mutter at the halves, and Josie Baiss, Helen Tisdall, Winifred Dawson-Thomas, Eleanor Hotson and Dorothy Geoghegan at the forward spots. Flora Staples, Zeta Allen and Dodo Price were the reserves. Carolyn Prellwitz has done extensive research on the subject. She spoke to the last surviving members of the Duncan team and received great artifacts that were donated to the Cowichan Valley Museum and Archives in downtown Duncan. The hockey stick used in the game by Rea is in the collection as well as four photographs, together with the place cards used at the Black

Cat Restaurant reception following the game. Prellwitz wrote an article for the museum display from her research. The October 1,1936 issue of the Cowichan Leader set up the big game and the excitement in the community. “The visitors are naturally strong and have a season’s practice behind them, but it is felt that, however one-sided the game may be, it will be a chance for Cowichan people to see an international team.’’ The predicted became a reality when the Australians followed their 10-1 victory over the Lower Mainland team with a 15-1 defeat of Duncan. Hotson scored the lone goal. “The Australians showed superiority in every

department of the game, but especially in speed, ball control and teamwork,’’ reported the Leader. Prellwitz started doing research in the late 1990s surrounding the 100th anniversary of ¿eld hockey in Canada. “I made this a project,’’ she said. “It was quite a surprise to ¿nd out about the Australian game in the valley.’’ The celebrations at the time took on an added signi¿cance in the valley. “That’s when we brought the Staples Cup tournament back,’’ said Prellwitz. That was a huge event in the area during its heyday, but reverted to a fun competition involving local men, women and children for the revival.

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Community continues rallying behind KidSport

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The contributions keep pouring in for Cowichan KidSport. Valley Floors Carpet One held a promotion during September, with a portion of sales going to the non-proﬁt organization that assists valley families in need by covering the costs of registrations for sports programs.

Chad and Tammy Gurski presented KidSport Cowichan chair Deb Savory with a $1,700 cheque Tuesday. That makes the business KidSport’s latest community champions. KidSport’s big fundraiser is a silent auction during the North Cowichan-Duncan Wall of Fame ceremony Saturday.

Midget Bulldogs ramble for big rushing yardage First win: Burnaby’s chasing of Torok-Both and company futile Don Bodger

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Foot brake is applied to Cowichan’s Kelsey Phelps during Under 16 Gold girls’ soccer action at Sherman Road Park against Lakehill.

Results aren’t matching the effort Soccer summary: Under 16 Gold girls keep putting out their best, but can’t score Don Bodger

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heir record may not show it, but the Cowichan Valley Soccer Association’s Under 16 Gold girls don’t back down to anyone. Coach Rick Archbold’s team recently gave league powerhouse Saanich Fusion a run for its money in a 2-0 defeat. The Fusion is the new name for the merged Gordon Head and Cordova Bay associations. The Cowichan players faced a tall order in that game but with all their might, they didn’t go down without

a ¿ght. It was another one of those games for the team Saturday at Sherman Road Park. Cowichan played hard from start to ¿nish, but wasn’t rewarded in a 2-0 loss to Lakehill. It was 1-0 at the half and the girls generated plenty of chances for the equalizer. A couple of defensive errors resulted in Lakehill driving for the insurance goal midway through the second half while Cowichan continued to seek ways of ending its scoring drought, to no avail. Elsewhere in weekend home games for girls’ teams, Cowichan U14 Silver and Saanich Fusion went

scoreless. Cowichan (Swain) made one goal stand up for a 1-0 victory over Bays United in U15 Silver, Cowichan (Fernandes) doubled Bays United 2-1 in U15 Bronze and Prospect Lake edged Cowichan 4-3 in U18 Silver. The Cowichan U18 Silver boys tied Bays United 2-2 while the U17 Silver Cowichan Grizzlies were sharp in a 4-2 win over Juan de Fuca. Cowichan U13 Bronze boys had only one practice leading up to their ¿rst game, but managed a ¿ne 2-2 result against the Saanich Fusion. Cowichan U13 Gold boys routed Peninsula 7-0.

he monkey is ¿nally off the back of the Cowichan Midget Bulldogs. After ¿ve straight losses, the ‘Dogs broke into the win column in the Vancouver Mainland Football League with a 33-20 victory over Burnaby on the road Thanksgiving weekend. “It’s a good way to start off the second half of the season,’’ noted coach Joe Lobo. “After working hard in the ¿rst half of the season only to fall short in all ¿ve of our previous games, we ¿nally manage to put a game together to come out on top.’’ Cowichan still made the game a little more exciting than it needed to be by making some untimely mistakes. The ‘Dogs had the game well in hand with a 19-0 halftime lead but Burnaby wasn’t about to go away easily on its home turf. Burnaby returned the kickoff to open the second half for a touchdown and followed with two more. With six minutes left in the fourth quarter, Cowichan found itself trailing 20-19. Cowichan found a way to recapture the momentum by employing Blake TorokBoth for a quick strike. From their own 45-yard line, the ‘Dogs ran Torok-Both to the right of the defense, led by fullback Wyatt McWatt and the blocking of offfensive linemen Eric Maslen and Jacob Regnier, for a 65-yard scoring play. The Cowichan defense then shut Burnaby down on the next series. The exact same play run by the Bulldogs completed the turnaround. Two Torok-Both runs went for two TDs and 140 yards.

Torok-Both also scored in the ¿rst half and quarterback Ryan MacDonald rushed for two TDs covering more than 120 yards. Rushing stats for the game were impressive: Torok-Both with 250 yards, MacDonald with 150 and Terence Jones with 140. “Once we ¿nd a way to get rid of our mistakes, we will be in great shape for the remainder of the season,’’ summed up Lobo. The midgets are at McAdam Park at 3 p.m. Sunday against Nanaimo following the 1 p.m. powerhouse bantam battle between Cowichan and South Delta.

Peewees tough on the Hitmen

Cowichan’s Peewee Bulldogs tackled the undefeated Victoria Hitmen on the road and battled hard, but lost 32-0. “The Hitmen are a very physical team and our goal was to play just as physical if not more so, and the team was able to do just that on both offense and defence,’’ noted coach Trent Jones. Cowichan’s defence started well by swarming the Hitmen ball-carriers and holding them to short gains on most plays. The Bulldogs’ offense started running hard and found the end zone, but had it taken away by a penalty. Cowichan didn’t get the ball moving again until late in the ¿rst half with an exciting run by Dennis Macdonell. In the second half, the Bulldogs got into the red zone four times but couldn’t punch the ball in. The defence made some adjustments and held the Hitmen to just one more TD. Big plays were made by Bill Bickford and Dayne Quayle. Linebacker Carter Price intercepted a pass late in the game. The peewees travel to Nanaimo this weekend to face the Nanaimo Bombers.

Midget Caps receive extended penalty killing practice at Comox Don Bodger

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Ryan Trudgeon was so mad about the of¿ciating during the Comox Thanksgiving weekend hockey tournament he was seeing stripes. Trudgeon felt his Cowichan Valley Midget Tier

1 Capitals got the short end of the stick, particularly during their ¿rst two games. The Caps were assessed 35 minutes in penalties against Powell River and lost 7-0. “They took full advantage of it,’’ said Trudgeon. It got even worse for the Caps in the next outing when they played shorthanded for 43 minutes

and only lost 3-1 to Semiahmoo. “We bit our lip for most of it,’’ said Trudgeon. “It wasn’t a very good tournament for the boys. They weren’t allowed to play hockey.’’ Trudgeon was ejected from one game for his objections to the refereeing. The Caps completed pool play with another

defeat against the Vancouver Thunderbirds. They avoided the tournament basement by edging North Vancouver 3-2 in their last game. Trudgeon, who’s in his third year with the Caps, said returning to the tournament won’t happen as long as he’s associated with the team. “I’m done with them,’’ he said.

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Spencer’s scoring prowess Änally emerges for Alaska Anchorage

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Former Cowichan Valley Capitals’ forward Mickey Spencer is the Inside College Hockey Player of the Week. Spencer, a junior from Gibbons, Alberta, is now playing at Alaska Anchorage. In two games last week, he recorded four goals and two assists for six

points — including a hat trick capped by an overtime goal against St. Cloud State. His play carried Alaska Anchorage to victory in its own Kendall Hockey Classic for the ﬁrst time since 2006. Spencer had a goal and an assist in a 4-4 draw against Clarkson. He then

set up a goal before tallying three to defeat St. Cloud State. It was a remarkable performance by Spencer and a step in the right direction, considering he entered the 201112 season with a total of six goals and seven assists in 46 games over two seasons with the Seawolves.

Brentwood battles hard Netting results: Stage set for its own volleyball tournament Don Bodger

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Frances Kelsey players Monica Whitney-Brown, left, and Julia Norman go for a block while Shawnigan Lake player Emily Alexander spikes the ball during the Vancouver Island University Invitational senior girls’ volleyball tournament in Nanaimo.

even powerhouse teams are taking part in the Brentwood College Invitational volleyball tournament Friday and Saturday. Host Brentwood will be joined by Frances Kelsey, Lambrick Park, Timberline, St. Thomas Aquinas, Belmont and Vanier. The gold medal game is at 4 p.m. Saturday. Brentwood tuned up at two tournaments during the last two weekends. A trip to the 48-team Trinity Western tournament yielded a ninth-place overall ¿nish for Brentwood. A win, a loss and a split in the ¿rst three matches left Brentwood playing against Riverside, the No. 1 team in Quad-A at the moment. Brentwood dropped a narrow 17-25, 25-20, 14-16 decision. “I think it was a real turnaround match for us,’’ said coach Jill Fougner.

In playdowns for ninth through 16th, Brentwood went on to overpower the competition for the higher placing. If not for the tough draw, “we were maybe the top four in that tournament,’’ said Fougner. At one stage, ¿ve matches were played in a matter of seven hours. “It was a lot of volleyball, but it was really good for the girls,’’ said Fougner. The Camosun tournament on the Thanksgiving weekend resulted in a fourth-place ¿nish out of 20 teams. Brentwood won its pool and played Lambrick in the semis, losing 25-22, 1725, 12-15. Brentwood was up 8-4 in the last game. Brentwood closed it out with a loss in three to Seaquam, the top-rated Triple-A team, 16-25, 25-19, 13-15. “Again, it shows we’re right there with those teams,’’ said Fougner. Stephanie Turnbull was named a tournament all-star. Tessa Michaels and Kendra Stoner played well all weekend.

Lawn bowling season eventful for Cowichan Top two: Men’s triples league ends with local teams leading the way through determination and commitment Don Bodger

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t’s been a great season for the Cowichan Lawn Bowling Club, highlighted by outstanding performances during competition in the south island. Cowichan teams won or placed second in at least eight tournaments and leagues. The Champ of Champions tournament at Juan de Fuca brought together the singles winners from

each lawn bowling club on the island to play against each other for the overall championship. Cowichan was represented by Phyl Ingram in the women’s draw and Tom Slemko in the men’s event. Ingram rolled into second place after nine games over three days. Slemko was knocked out of the preliminaries by the eventual men’s champion. Cowichan had two teams entered in the men’s triples league that concluded recently. The

league consisted of 18 teams and a total of 17 games were played Friday mornings during the summer. The Cowichan team of Martin Liddell, Roy Jaskow and Slemko showed great determination to retain the championship, never falling out of the top two from the beginning. Slemko, as the lead, is one of the better singles bowlers on the island. As a result, he always provided the team with a solid start. Jaskow is a very steady bowler

and can move the bowls around in the head when asked and Liddell has the ability to get around bowls out front and settle near the jack. Liddell has also shown a fearsome drive shot when needed. Cowichan’s David Gardner, Jim Irvine and Mark Trueman had a slower start, but found some consistency and gradually moved up the table to snatch second place. Consistency was the name of the game for both teams. Both had very few occasions where subs were asked to play.

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Bowling them over in men’s triples this season, from left, are: Tom Slemko, Martin Liddell and Roy Jaskow.

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