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A three-year-old girl was rushed to hospital and received 22 stitches to her face after she was attacked by a dog last week on the Malahat First Nation reserve. Angela, the girl’s mother who asked that her last name not be used, said she and her daughter Samantha were visiting a home in the community where the dog, a German shepherd, lived. She said Samantha and some of the other children were playing together in the front yard when the dog began biting her child on the face. “The dog had been playing with some of the other children, so we thought it was okay,” Angela said. “There was blood everywhere so we immediately rushed Samantha to Victoria General Hospital.” Angela said most of the bites were to Samantha’s cheeks and inside her mouth.

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City seeing big spike in castoff needle numbers ROBERT BARRON CITIZEN

Discarded needles are becoming an increasing problem in the downtown Duncan area. The city’s public works department has sent a memo to businesses downtown that staff have been encountering a lot of discarded needles in the area that are being left in garbage cans, public washrooms, parks, trails and other sites. The memo stated that the number of discarded needles being found in the area is up to approximately two dozen a month, a dramatic increase from just six months ago. Cpl. Krista Hobday, a spokeswoman for the North Cowichan/ Duncan RCMP, acknowledged there has been an increase in discarded needles across the region. She said it’s likely that most of the needles were used to inject illegal drugs, like heroin, cocaine

“Discarded needles should never be tossed into the regular garbage.” KAREN ROBERTSON, City of Duncan

and crystal meth, directly into people’s bloodstreams. Hobday said it’s possible that people can catch diseases from these needles if they prick themselves, and emphasized that they must be disposed of properly. “The City of Duncan has a number of needle dropoff boxes in the downtown area, so we’re pleased that something is being done,” she said. “From a policing perspective, we don’t like having to deal with people that have ‘sharps’ in their possession for fear of getting pricked by a needle and getting infected ourselves.” Karen Robertson, Duncan’s

head of corporate affairs, confirmed that the city has needle dropoff boxes next to the public washrooms at the Duncan Train Station and Centennial Park. But she said people should be careful if they come across discarded needles and want to place them in the drop boxes. Robertson said that, during business days, people can call the city if they don’t want to touch the needles and staff will pick up and dispose of the needles using tongs and protective gloves. “It’s a courtesy that we provide in some of these cases,” she said. “Discarded needles should never be tossed into the regular garbage because it puts city sanitation staff at serious risk of being pricked and possible infected.” Robertson said the city, Island Health and the RCMP have begun discussions on what can be done to help deal with the issue.

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Municipality aims Downtown Duncan store enjoys rapid growth in just six months for 2.95 per cent 2016 tax increase Robert Barron

fter just six months in operation, Duncan’s “Something Celtic” store is already

growing. Owner Maura Whalen has expanded her space inside Magnolia fashion store, located at 111 Jubilee St., to keep up with the demand for aran wool sweaters, which come from Ireland, and the imported Celtic jewelry and giftware that are on display in her shop. She said there’s a “huge market” for the aran sweaters, which are also called fishing sweaters, because they are warm and “last forever.” “The jewelry, which comes from Ireland, Wales and Scotland, is also selling well and I appreciate Sue McKay (owner of Magnolia) allowing me more space in her store.” Whalen, originally from Ireland, had another Celtic store on Station Street, but closed it in 2013 for personal reasons. “But the business called to me, so I decided to open Something Celtic,” she said. “It was a good decision.”

Furniture store celebrates first birthday The Sofa and Chair furniture store in Duncan is celebrating its first anniversary. Coco Bezjack, who owns the store along with her husband Brian Efford, said the secret of success at the store is that it offers a “personal touch” for customers.

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An average tax increase of 2.95 per cent is being recommended for 2016 in the Municipality of North Cowichan. Mayor Jon Lefebure said the municipality was considering a tax increase of 2.51 per cent in all Historians remember Dr. A.R. Benson Helmcken’sclasses. place. NANAIMO, From Page 22 role of returning officer in the Nanaimo was next assignButBenson’s he said council decided atfor a hisJON LEFEBURE June 1859 election to the provincial ment; he’d meeting take his Thursday leave of the They were just in time for dinner. to fur reduce North legislature. company there, to become theindustrial surgeon tax As Chief Factor James Douglas was Cowichan’s light house Capt. each John year Swanson, at budgetthe time only candidate, was elected by aabout majorfor the Vancouver Co.cent before punctual, they’d had no choice but rates byCoal 15 per to make them which typically saw only 15 ity of people one — by Capt.which C.E. 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[ROBERT BARRON/CITIZEN] townofhall meetings mountaintop, is finally to be protected George Richards, RN, had complianswer. Lefebure said the proposed online survey really appreciated logging by conservation mented him by naming Mount Benson replied, they’d sent budget for 2016 is Benson expected from to further Great Greens Farm Market, That means herInstead, staff work the opportunity toabe part of the 10 years acquisition 1859. Benson Island Barkley furs home! who receive the in first two readings covenant, in process. located at thedisapcorner of in Kokclosely with the their customers to Douglas, Thereafter wasits certainly a varas parkland. Sound andcouncil Bensonon Creek in WellingBenson’s political leanings, March 9. silah Road and the Trans-Canfind furniture andproved accentof pieces iety of opinions expressed.” ton district also this eccentric wasn’t amused and him Thehonour municipality sought more adabanished Highway, is a full-service that bring out their personal Lefebure said one surprise that pioneer. to the Columbia River in the junior www.twpaterson.com public input on the draft budget one-stop grocery store which style. came out of the process was the for 2016 than it ever had before. Bezjack said the store only specializes in local produce. It amount of uncertainty around the Four town hall meetings, which issue of amalgamating the City of carries Canadian furniture also has a liquor store componsaw approximately 170 people ent. It just opened in June and lines in fabric or leather. 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Spike in discarded needles raises questions

t’s concerning on a number of levels that the volume of used needles being found around town has seen a big spike in the last six months. About two dozen a month isn’t a reason to panic, certainly, but it’s enough to make us want to know why there’s so many turning up in our public places all of a sudden. Make no mistake, it is highly unlikely that these needles are from random diabetics needing to give themselves insulin. These needles are from people who are injecting illegal, hard drugs into their veins.

They’re being used to dose addicts with cocaine, heroin and crystal meth. The sudden increase in needles begs the question: is this the visible detritus left behind by an increase in these drugs in the community? There have always been some, but are they on the rise? Are there new users moving to town? Are more locals taking up the habit? Presumably longtime users in the community know about and use the needle drop-off stations around town. It seems unlikely a passel of

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them just decided to start discarding their needles around town instead. The RCMP are no doubt looking into these questions. But in the meantime, it behoves business owners and the public to be careful. If you get stuck with one of these needles you may be exposed to some serious illnesses, from which IV drug users suffer at a greater rate than the general population, because of an often high-risk lifestyle. It’s prudent to look around you before you sit down in Centennial or Charles Hoey parks,

either on the grass or on benches or playground equipment. Business owners should take extra care before digging into their outdoor planters. The publicity now being given to the matter may help to clear things up in fairly short order. Most drug users have no interest in actively endangering others, and will use the drop boxes to discard their paraphernalia as long as they know about them. The ultimate goal, of course, is to get as many people as possible off drugs. In the meantime, it’s about harm reduction for everyone.

same and that is: nothing. In other provinces, if a landlord does not reside on his property then that property is classed and taxed as a business. It is the responsibility of the landlord to maintain his property, otherwise he is subject to fines. Not according the CVRD. They have no right to ask the landlord to cut his grass and he is not subject to inspections. If this is the case, then what are we paying our taxes for? Who then takes care of this property? Who takes care of us? Things need to be simplified and we need to unite in our tax jurisdiction. One tax office and one set of rules. This is just nuts.

I appreciate Mr. Erickson setting me straight on the small planes flying over Chemainus. (Letter, Cowichan Valley Citizen, Feb. 24) It seems, according to him, there are none. Apparently today I didn’t see a small plane cutting its engine overhead while I was in town and starting it again, nor another that flew overhead at about 500 feet shortly afterward, even though they are supposed to fly at 1,000 feet. I suppose I also wasn’t shocked into nearly falling into my garden bed a couple of years ago when a plane (which had cut its engine so I didn’t hear it) flew low over the house and started it again right above me. Nor, according to you, Mr. Erickson, do they do any manoeuvres over the high school behind us. We seldom have a day now in good weather when we can sit outside with some peace as the flights are constant and very noisy, but, as I said, according to you they aren’t there. But you see, in my defence, my husband and I have already been in touch with the airports responsible, both Nanaimo and Victoria (where many of the planes fly from) as well as Transport Canada. We were told they are allowed to fly and practise in this area, and yes, they are supposed to fly in uninhabited areas, not over towns. And by the way, I never said the pilot who landed on the highway didn’t do a good job, but wouldn’t a bumpy field have been better than perhaps running into a car? Would you think that was so great?

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Too many jurisdictions around Duncan area I am writing about the very complicated rules and regulations that we have in the City of Duncan and the outlying districts. Are they set up to complicate us and distract us so much, that in doing so, passing the buck is what they do best? We cannot be alone in our confusion. Who takes care of what? As an Area E taxpayer, we pay both to the city of Duncan and CVRD. If you have any questions in regards to bylaws and enforcement, we are told that our answers lie either with the city, CVRD or the local RCMP. Each office will send you to the next.

A year has passed and each time we try and resolve issues, we are just passed along, and nothing ever changes. We have had ongoing issues with a house that is rented next door to us. The landlord does not live on this property or maintain it. Drugs blow over our property, family and visitors all day long to the point that no one can sit outside. After blowing these drugs, these same people get into their cars and drive in and out all day long, putting everyone on the road at risk. A licence to use does not allow you to drive your vehicle. Ask any one of these three institutions what can be done and the answer is always the

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I am writing this letter in hopes that others on Vancouver Island will also write letters expressing their frustration in regard to wait times for elective surgery. Three years ago I was diagnosed with two hips which were at the acute stage and needed surgery in the very near future. I visited a clinic in Victoria regarding the matter and was advised by one of the surgeons that I would not be considered for surgery unless I was using a cane, walker or came riding in in a wheelchair. At the present time I can no longer walk or sit for any length of time. I am on painkillers almost 24 hours a day in order to allow myself to be somewhat functional. I receive a maximum of four hours sleep per night even with the assistance of pain killers. Why is it that the provincial government has little desire to solve such problems? On their website, they list hip replacement surgery as a wait of 56 weeks. This is so far from the truth that it is embarrassing to think that this government is so wrong in their assessment. As yet, I am not even able to get on the waiting list for surgery. I am presently 72 years old and will be more than likely in my 80s before my term arrives. My next door neighbour is awaiting his surgery; he is on the waiting list but has been told that he must wait 26 months. The Cowichan District Hospital is approximately the same age as St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver. It is basically held together with duct tape. I recently had an ultrasound evaluation in a closet. This hospital is in desperate need of replacement. I admire those who work in this facility as they achieve excellence even under very trying circum-

stances. Surely, they deserve more from our government. Do we constantly live with the frustration that most of Vancouver Island is New Democrat while the government being Liberal, is not about to assist the residents of Vancouver Island with a better quality of life? I know that I am among hundreds of people who are waiting for elective surgery and am quite willing to wait my turn, as I am certain that there are those who are even more desperate than myself. Surely this government in power is sensitive enough to assist those who are in need of medical assistance, no matter what their age. If you are reading this letter and are in agreement with my thoughts, please begin a letter writing campaign as well. Let’s really make a noise to those in power! Many thanks for reading my concerned letter. Garth Williams Duncan

City must become more responsible How does [Duncan city] council think the seniors on fixed incomes can continue to absorb these yearly increases? I don’t think they care; 2.5 per cent last year and three per cent this year added to the higher costs of Hydro, ICBC, cable, phone, food, etc. The local economy has been in a recession since 2008 — that’s eight years of tough belt-tightening times for Duncan citizens while the city politicians trip through Oz, spending with abandon. Council’s fiscal policies are not sustainable, what with mainly seniors on fixed incomes footing the bill. We are being forced to find efficiencies and it’s long over-

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back home. Just thinking about that now makes my knees hurt. Once, a buddy and I foolishly decided we were going to ride all the way to Victoria (65.5 kilometres). Why not? How hard could it be? Well, the way there was reasonable. Heading up the Malahat was a bit of a grind, but after that it wasn’t too bad. After a day riding all over the city, then spending a few hours enjoying the sights at Willows Beach, it was suddenly about 6 o’clock and the thought of cruising back to Duncan wasn’t exactly appealing. Fortunately, my buddy’s dad was kind enough (though we heard about our foolishness all the way back) to come and pick us up in his truck. That trip was the beginning of the end of my cycling “career.” A short time later, the old 10-speed met an untimely end when I was rolling down Bell-McKinnon Road at night, hit a pothole, went over the handlebars (no helmet of course; lost a lot of skin but didn’t hit my head) and looked back to see the bike being obliterated by an oncoming truck. It was quickly replaced, but the fill-in 10-speed didn’t last

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too long. It was stolen from a friend’s front yard a couple of weeks later. I didn’t own another bike for nearly 15 years, and haven’t ridden one consistently since. Two wheels had been replaced by four — the oil-slurping, hideously orange 1972 Toyota Corolla that signalled my full-time move to automotive travel. It wasn’t until the early part of a new century, when my son was ready for a two-wheeler of his own, that I made grand plans to leap back into the cycling world. I bought myself one of those newfangled mountain-bike dealies, with all the bells and whistles. Even got one of those Great Gazoo helmets everyone was expected to wear. We were going to explore all

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When I got back, I got in trouble for finding the bike too early, as opposed to wandering miles from home. How times change. As I got older, I graduated to a spiffy, black 10-speed (anyone remember those?), which lasted many years and many miles. Even after I turned 16, I still had to do a lot more biking than I wanted to, since I wasn’t allowed to drive too much after skillfully piloting our family cruiser Dukes of Hazzard style into a field one night out on Mt. Sicker Road. In those days, when everywhere we went was uphill both ways, the bike was the general method of transportation. If you phoned your friend and no one was home, you rode your bike over to see if they were playing outside. Now, you just stay inside, texting. From our neighbourhood just north of the forest museum (I’ll always call it that), we’d routinely ride down to Centennial Park (a five-kilometre jaunt, according to Google) to play five sets of tennis, then head home. Or down to the ball field or the rink or McAdam Park or wherever. Many times, we’d even ride out to the Cowichan Golf and Country Club (11.2 kilometres), play 18 or 36 holes of golf, then

the nearby trails together. Do some father-son bonding. Like his old man, he was going to ride everywhere, to school, to the ballpark, you name it. Didn’t happen. Turns out, neither he nor any of his friends had much desire to ride their bikes — and most weren’t allowed past the stop sign at the end of their streets anyway. Times change. Driving them three blocks to a friend’s house (so they could text each other while sitting on the same couch) became the norm. So tell me — do your kids do the cycling thing, or is it just something we fossils used to do? Philip Wolf is a regional editor for Black Press. He can be reached at philip.wolf@black press.ca

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ost-traumatic stress disorder can strike anyone impacted by severe trauma, and opening up about it and seeking treatment can be positive steps toward healing. That was the message and mission of the Wounded Warrior Run B.C., which stopped at Serious Coffee in Duncan along its 600-kilometre Island route to raise money for PTSD programs, awareness and services. “The mission of it is to bring awareness of PTSD. It’s not just specifically about military members but it’s also about the first responders: fire, ambulance, paramedics, the police. All of them can, and potentially have experienced very traumatic events,” said Chris Fraser, an active duty member of the Navy who participated in the run. “Now in today’s society mental health isn’t something that should be shunned or should be avoided. It needs to be talked about and that’s what we’re doing with the run.” All money raised goes to Wounded Warriors Canada, which distributes it among various organizations including military and emergency services for PTSD resources and services including service dogs. The run included Bernice Smith, a civilian with many family ties to Duncan, who ran with the Wounded Warriors last year to raise awareness about suicide among First Nations people. Reuniting with several relatives in Duncan was emotional for her as she came down the highway. “They’ve always supported my running journey. I’m always running for a cause or purpose. I always say running is my form of prayer,” Smith said. This year Smith was welcomed to be an official part of the Wounded Warriors family, which has meant a great deal to her.

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The Wounded Warrior Run B.C. stopped by Duncan on Saturday, Feb. 27 at Serious Coffee. The run raises money for PTSD awareness and services for military and emergency services members through Wounded Warriors Canada. [PAUL BRIAN/CITIZEN] “I was immediately passionate about supporting them and their cause, because we have First Nations veterans in our community. So I wanted to honour them and raise awareness for PTSD,” said Smith, an early childhood educator who lives in Brentwood Bay. “It’s been another spiritual journey. I have a new family, this is my warrior family, my brothers and sisters.” Smith said the Legion visits in particular touched her. “Listening to the stories from some of the vets and some of the years that they’ve served, it was really something,” she said. Welcoming Smith to the team was important to the run, explained founder Allan Kobayashi. “She’s the very first ever civilian who doesn’t have any military ties to join the Wounded Warriors. This year we decided

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uick now, tell me the names of the Famous Five. No, not the Fabulous Four, the names of the five famous Canadian women’s rights activists whose images (albeit individually unrecognizable) graced the back of the Canadian 50-dollar bill, 2004-2012. Anyone? Hello? Okay, don’t feel too badly, I only ever remember two of them myself. The Bank of Canada replaced them and the head shot of Quebec feminist activist Therese Casgrain with an icebreaker. Hence Victoria historian and author Merna Forster’s online petition (over two and a half years www. womenonbanknotes.ca has collected 73,000 signatures) to reinstate “women [not necessarily the Famous Five or Casgrain] from Canadian history on our banknotes”. Her crusade is timely as the BOC is in the final selection stage of redesigning some of our currency. In her letter to BOC Governor Stephen Poloz in February 2015, Ms. Forster noted that

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there is “widespread interest in the Canadian Women on Bank Notes campaign across Canada, and there has been extensive media coverage as a result.” She also takes issue to which side of the banknote is used: “Should Canadian women be honoured in the most prestigious places on the front of our bills, or on the back with secondary importance? “...While it was an important step forward to celebrate Canadian women on the back of a bill [she’s referring to the 2004-2012 $50 bank note], I believe that in an egalitarian nation like ours the Bank of Canada should move forward and depict female Canadian historical figures on the front of our bills [a la Prime Minister W.C. Mackenzie King, etc.]. Equality is important, especially in a country where we have a Charter of Rights and Freedoms which, under Clause 15, guarantees freedom from discrimination based on gender. “A federal program, such as banknotes, which celebrates

four white men (and no female Canadians) on the front of its bills certainly appears to demonstrate sexism as well as racism. While I applaud the Bank of Canada for launching some public consultations to solicit input on banknote design, petitioners strongly believe that the inclusion of Canadian women on our bills should be a design principle — not an optional outcome determined by surveys or other forms of consultations...” After noting that her petitioners “are extremely upset about the … lack of diversity of people honoured on our notes,” and pointing out that at least six other countries have honoured women heroines on their currency, she declared: “Please feature at least one woman from Canadian history on the front of these banknotes which supposedly belong to all Canadians — and preferably more than one. Women hold up half the sky, and many believe that in an equalitarian country they should hold up half the banknotes.” “Some people say to me,” she concluded, “oh, this is not a significant issue; well, it’s a symbolic issue, it’s important and something needs to be done about it.” And: “Who and what is celebrated on our banknotes matters, as it reflects what we consider important in our culture and history and who we consider worthy of honouring for achievement.” See DR. FRANCES, Page 13

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art of the road near where I live has a set of winding curves on a steep grade. I seldom drive this stretch of roadway without encountering an oncoming vehicle part way into my lane over the double solid yellow line. There is no reason for this that I can see except that the other driver is either careless or incapable. The lanes are standard width and you are able to see oncoming traffic without difficulty if you look ahead. This tendency to straighten out the curves by drivers is highlighted by the condition of the lines before they are repainted each year. The part of the line, centre or shoulder, on the inside of the curve has in some cases been completely worn away by the tires passing over it. I think that it is fair to say that it takes

many sets of tires rolling in the wrong place to erase lane markings. As a driver, your aim (pun intended) is to maintain a proper lane position at all times. It’s implicit in our highway system because we all share the same sheet of pavement or stretch of gravel. When we don’t, we risk running into each other. You are not being overly cautious, you are fitting into a system where safety dictates that we all manage space around us properly to avoid collisions. So, what’s the best way to confine the path of your vehicle to where it is supposed to go? That will depend on what you are driving and how you choose reference points on your vehicle to guide you. When your vehicle is correctly positioned you will need to know its limits on all four sides, so choose wisely. Now, keep your eyes up and look ahead, your vehicle should follow your line of vision and you will know it. Tim Schewe is a retired constable with many years of traffic law enforcement experience. To comment or learn more, please visit drivesmart bc.ca.

I’ve told you the remarkable story of Elsie MacGill, Canada’s first aeronautical engineer, whose name has been put forward for consideration. But I have a candidate of my own, even though she earned her undying fame in the United States. A pharmacist born in Cobble Hill, Dr. Frances Oldham Kelsey, wrote her name in medical history when she worked for the American Food and Drug Administration. She risked her reputation and career by taking a courageous stand against a new morning sickness drug, thalidomide, after it was linked to thousands of appalling birth defects in newborns. Thanks to Dr. Kelsey thalidomide was not just banned in the U.S. but taken off the market altogether — and countless children were born whole and healthy as a result. Which brings us to the very definition

of greatness. Many of us are remarkable, even extraordinary. But true greatness (particularly in this fickle age of shallow celebrities) goes much farther. It can also be subjective: one person’s idea of greatness is not necessarily shared by others. Who is right? And, particularly in the case of the forthcoming new bank notes, who decides? The Bank of Canada has the final say, of course. But if Merna Forster and tens of thousands of other Canadians are heard, and heeded, heads may roll — more accurately, female heads other than that of the Queen may appear on our currency. I never did think all that much of King anyway. I mean, so what if he led Canada through the Second World War. What kind of prime minister talks to his dead mother through his dog, you know what I mean? www.twpaterson.com

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The Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra plays March 6 at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre in a performance entitled ‘House of Dreams’. [SIAN RICHARDS PHOTO] tour through five private homes where great masterpieces of baroque art were displayed on the walls and brilliant music was performed by the leading 7419860

he best of baroque music will soon grace the Cowichan Valley. On March 6, the Cowichan Symphony Society welcomes the return of the Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra as it plays House of Dreams, a symphonic journey through the artistic and musical history of Europe. “This is our 60th anniversary, our 60th jubilee year, and this is one of the special concerts that we’ve put together this year. It’s great to have these people here, wonderful. It’s the best baroque orchestra probably in North America,” said Ted Rhodes, president of the Cowichan Symphony Society, noting the program is similar to that performed by Tafelmusik in Duncan several years ago. “They had a huge response from the audience,” he recalled. House of Dreams is a virtual

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composers and instrumentalists of the day. The show includes stage direction, narration, and stunning projected images. The five historical houses are all still in existence and the project is a collaboration with their present owners and administrators. Conducted by Jeanne Lamon, Tafelmusik’s virtuoso performers will play completely from memory from music staged by Canadian baroque theatre expert Marshal Pynkoski whose work was recently presented at the Palace of Versailles near Paris.

The title of the concert comes from the House of Dreams in Book 11 of Ovid’s Metamorphoses. In the course of the performance, dreams enter the houses in many guises, first during Handel’s music for the “Entrance of the agreeable dreams” from his opera Alcina, which was premiered April 16, 1735 at Covent Garden. Artwork from various artistic giants of the time will adorn the show as the audience gets a look at the passion for art found in many of their favourite com-

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posers such as George Handel, Antonio Vivaldi, Henry Purcell, Johann Bach and George Telemann. Ten months after Handel’s death, an auction catalogue of 80 paintings and 64 engravings from his private collection was published. This document came to light in 1985 and revealed Handel to have been a dedicated and sophisticated collector of works by artists including Antoine Watteau, Marco Ricci, Canaletto and Rembrandt. As the audience enjoys the blend of music and art, the Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra recreates the musical form of the era. Most of the 17-musician orchestra stands for the performance and plays on period instruments, taking the audience back in time for the hour-and-one-half show. “It’s staged like a theatrical show,” Rhodes explained. Tafelmusik is internationally renowned and has performed from China to Australia. “They’ve performed all over the world,” Rhodes said. “Just to have them here is amazing.” Tafelmusik’s House of Dreams takes place Sunday, March 6 at 2 p.m. at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre. For tickets and information visit www.cow ichanpac.ca/event/tafelmusikhouse-dreams or call 250-748-7529. Baroque Orchestra and Chamber Choir

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The South Island Musical Theatre Society is hard at work rehearsing for ‘Anne of Green Gables’. The musical runs March 31 to April 3 at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre. [PAUL BRIAN/CITIZEN]

‘Anne’ tells classic Canadian tale PAUL BRIAN CITIZEN

It will be a classic slice of Canadiana for South Island Musical Theatre Society’s 35th anniversary, as they present Anne of Green Gables March 31 to April 3 at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre. The musical tells the humourous and heartwarming story of Anne Shirley, an orphaned 11-year-old girl sent to live on a farm run by a middle-aged brother and sister in a small town on Prince Edward Island. “It’s a fun show, because there’s quite a lot of contrast between these almost very comic musical numbers and then you get some real drama that’s based

Green Gables is the longest-running musical in Canadian history, having been performed each year since 1965. The story of how Anne changes the lives of those around her and finds her way in the new town is a timeless tale about how much difference one person can make. “It’s really about the growth of the community,” Faulkner explained. “The story of the town of Avonlea is that all the people have to learn to adapt and loosen up. It’s about how this character changes this town and helps them to grow and become better people.” For information or to buy tickets call 250-748-7529 or visit www.cowichan pac. ca/event/anne-green-gables.

on these characters that we all know and love,” said dramatic director Laura Faulkner. Casting for the show was done in September and rehearsals started in January. With top-notch choreography from Joyce Scott, Anne of Green Gables promises to be a treat for all. The musical’s script by Don Harron, based on Lucy Maud Montgomery’s 1908 novel, is witty and compelling. Harron was a skilled Canadian screenwriter and playwright best known for his creation of the character of Charlie Farquharson, a folksy Ontario farmer prone to unintentional comedy and gaffes. Harron’s musical take on Anne of

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Soprano Anne Grimm of the Netherlands performs Feb. 29 at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre for the Morning Musicale. [PAUL BRIAN/PHOTO]

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Children’s singer Raffi is passionate about protecting the environment and public health. Ahead of his April 24 Save Shawnigan Wa ter #Belug a g r a d s b e n e f i t s h ow i n Duncan, Raffi emphasized how disappointed he is in the B.C. government’s reaction to contaminated soil dumping near Shawnigan Lake and how committed he is to trying to stop it. “Throughout my career I’ve sung songs in appreciation of nature and our basic needs of clean air and clean water,” said Raffi, who recently penned an op-ed for the Guardian newspaper in the U.K. talking about the negligence leading to water poisoning in Flint, Mich. The op-ed also refers to the dumping of contaminated soil near Shawnigan Lake, stating that a similar breakdown in democracy is evidenced in both Flint and Shawnigan. “Clean water, you can’t do without it, and of course Flint, Michigan was the other very much in the news example of what happens when you don’t take care of people’s basic right to water,” Raffi said, though adding Shawnigan’s situation is not yet near as bad as Flint. “That’s just it. You don’t want it to get anywhere near that. Because once the lake is compromised, well what do you do then? ... Now is the time to keep the pressure on this government to do the right thing.” South Island Agg regates and Cobble Hill Holdings were granted a permit in 2013 to receive up to 100,000 tonnes of contaminated soil per year at the site and limited dumping began in February, 2014. Contaminated soil from Port Moody on the mainland began being dumped at the site in May, 2015. “You keep your toxic materials away from populated areas, away from a watershed that would serve a town of 12,000. You don’t put toxic soils at the head of a watershed, you just don’t,” Raffi said. Paul Hasselback, the chief medical officer on Vancouver Island, assured the public recently that the project is being extensively monitored to ensure the risk to human health is minimal. He said “extensive work” has been done on the project’s permit to operate that sees ongoing and frequent monitoring and other checks and balances that is intended to safeguard against any negative health impacts. “There’s no question that there have been some hiccups on the way, including a flow from the property a few months ago, but nothing serious that

Parks Commission and CVRD n are hosting the Public Open blic input on the Bright Angel Park ion Project. The CVRD has received e Province of BC to rejuvenate at Bright Angel Park#2which must Public Open House CVRD Water Systems Flushing Notice BRIGHT ANGEL PARK RECREATION REJUVENATION Public Open House #2 Open House #2 ch 31, 2015. BRIGHT ANGEL PARK RECREATION REJUVENATION PROJECT & PARK MANAGEMENT PLAN BRIGHT ANGEL PARK RECREATION REJUVENATION The Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) will be carrying Soprano Anne Grimm of the Netherlands performs a range of songs including Samuel Barber’s Hermit Songs, and Five Elizabethan Songs by Ivor Gurney. [PATRICIA GREENWELL/PHOTO]

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Children’s singer Raffi is passionately opposed to the dumping of contaminated soil near Shawnigan Lake. He plays a benefit concert for Shawnigan Lake residents to help in their opposition April 24 in Duncan. [KEVIN ROTHBAUER/CITIZEN FILE] could be considered as a health risk,” Hasselback said. Raffi said he first heard of Shawnigan’s situation last summer and was flummoxed and outraged. “I thought ‘Well this is odd, how could a provincial government not hear the voice of 12,000 people?’ They actually presented a 15,000-signature-petition on paper and presented that in the B.C. legislature. And we have it on record that both the premier and the Minister of the Environment walked out during that presentation,” he said. As far back as 1979 with his hit song All I Really Need, Raffi has been focused on caring for the environment. “All along I’ve been singing about the basics that children and families need to be healthy and whole and it just makes sense that you protect the most precious assets in our nature that we’re a part of too. You don’t foul your nest, it makes sense. That’s what we teach children,” he said. Raffi, who lives on Saltspring Island, has attended protest events in Shawnigan Lake over the soil dumping several times recently including going up in a helicopter and looking at what he called “a piece of Heaven.” “How could anyone think to put a health risk, not only on a town, but on the whole ecology? It’s unbelievable to me. This government is either incompe-

tent or stupid or unresponsive,” he added. Raffi said he’s called for Minister of the Environment Mary Polak to resign. “I think it’s shameful that the premier and the minister have not even set foot in Shawnigan Lake over this issue and will not face the public,” he said. “It’s cowardly.” “Not only must the permit be pulled and stopped, but the toxic materials that have been carted in have to be shipped out and that site has to be cleaned up,” Raffi said. Raffi’s April 24 benefit concert for Shawnigan Lake will feature many of his fan favourites as well as several singalong songs from his new album Owl Singalong. “While I have a new album I’m really proud of, I keep the concert shaped around my favourites that my fans know and love,” Raffi said. “It’s going to be a very joyful concert and I think people who come to this show are not only going to have a great time but they’re a supporting a good cause as well.” It starts at 1 p.m. on Sunday, April 24 at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre. Tickets are $38 with proceeds going to the Shawnigan Residents Association. The concert is best-suited to children old enough to talk, sing or clap along. For more information or tickets call the centre at 250-748-7529 or visit www.cowichanpac.ca.

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Susannah Adams headed to Valley for Crofton show

Documentary looks at history and future of Haida Gwaii

Jazz vocalist Susannah Adams plays the Crofton Hotel Pub on Sunday, March 6 from 2 to 5 p.m. It will be Adams’s third performance at the pub where her shows have been popular with fans. Last year Adams played a sold-out Valentine’s Day gala at the Maple Bay Yacht Club and at the Chemainus Jazz Festival. Her influences range from Nina Simone and Chet Baker to Diana Krall and she will be backed by the Wes Carroll Trio with bassist Sean Drabitt and drummer Ron Joiner. The Crofton Hotel Pub is located at 1534 Joan Ave. Admission is $10. For more information call 250-324-2245 or visit www.croftonhotel.ca.

Duncan United Church’s Social Justice group presents a new documentary Haida Gwaii: On the Edge of the World on Thursday, March 17 at 7 p.m. at the church located at 246 Ingram St. The documentary takes a look at the Haida Gwaii culture that thrived for 10,000 years before being devastated by disease, commercial logging and industrial overfishing, according to a press release from Social Justice. The documentary examines how the Haida Nation is recovering and rebuilding and features Haida hereditary Chief Allan Wilson, activists, scientists, farmers, artists and quirky locals passionate about sustainable development. “Yet, like the beautiful Cowichan Valley and the pristine coasts of our island, Haida Gwaii sits squarely in the path of the proposed Tar Sands seaway to Asia,” the press release reads. “The overwhelming and fierce desire to protect land and sea will inform and inspire the similarly challenged residents of the Cowichan Valley.” Award-winning director Charles Wilkinson (Oil Sands Karaoke, Peace Out) will be present via Skype for a discussion after the show. Admission to the screening is free or by donation. For information call 250-746-6043.

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E.J. Hughes lived and worked in the Cowichan Valley for many years. [CITIZEN FILE]

Hughes works to go on show in Whistler gallery PAUL BRIAN CITIZEN

A new art museum in Whistler will feature the work of legendary late Shawnigan Lake painter E.J. Hughes. The Audain Art Museum opens its doors to the public March 12 in Whistler Village, with a permanent collection donated by Michael Audain and his wife Yoshiko Karasawa that spans 200 years of B.C. coastal art. This includes a large collection of early First Nation art, works of Vancouver photoconceptualists and a wide selection of B.C. art including works by Emily Carr and Hughes. The opening will also feature a collection of Mexican modernist artists such as Diego Rivera, David Alfaro Siqueiros and Oaxaca artist Rufino Tamayo. Hughes was born in North Vancouver in 1913, partly raised in Nanaimo and settled in Shawnigan Lake. He received an art education at the Vancouver School of Applied Art and Design, including studying under Group of Seven member

Frederick Varley. He went on to serve as an official war painter during the Second World War. After his discharge from military service Hughes settled down in Shawnigan Lake with his wife Fern. He later moved to a small home in Duncan. In 1951 he signed a contract with prominent Montreal art dealer Max Stern, allowing him to fully dedicate his time to painting his favourite West Coast scenes. With a gift for capturing the beauty of the B.C. coastal nature in his work, Hughes was often seen in the art world as the successor to Carr. Hughes died of a heart attack in Duncan in 2007 at the age of 93. With the opening of the Audain Art Museum Hughes’s works are sure to be enjoyed by all as they showcase his appreciation for the West Coast and his particular love for the beauty of the Cowichan Valley he called home, a press release says. As Hughes said, “I have painted in the Cowichan Valley for 50 years and it the most beautiful place on earth.”

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WORLD DAY OF PRAYER

Arthur Edmund (Art) Siddals December 18, 1921 ~ February 22, 2016

Ecumenical Service Prayers written by the people of Cuba HELD AT: St. Francis Xavier Church, 790 Kilmalu Rd, Mill Bay ON: Friday, March 4, 2016 at 1:30 PM

December 6, 1951-February 18, 2016 An immense mass of positive energy has left this plane. Luke was the personification of caring and generosity. All friends and acquaintances are invited to Celebrate Lukeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s amazing life. March 16th, 2016 @ 5:30 P.M. Centennial Park (Hut) First St., Duncan, B.C.

INFORMATION

Wendy Patricia Erickson (MacDowell)

Norman Roy Boden

May 12, 1936 to February 22, 2016 Norm was an only child born in Victoria to Irja and Charles Boden. He was an avid golfer from an early age and turned pro at 19 years old while at Gorge Vale Golf Course in Victoria. It was there that he met his future wife, Genevieve Whale. Soon after he had an opportunity to go on tour as a professional golfer but passed it up to settle down and start a family. However, he did play in several international tournaments and placed well. He was the first hired pro at Chemainus Golf Course and worked there from 1961 to 1965. Some of the long term members would remember his pet monkey who occasionally stole golf balls and chocolate bars. He then moved to Cowichan Golf Course where he worked as greenskeeper for 6 years and continued to offer professional golf lessons. His dream was to build a course of his own so after reviewing many locations he chose property in Honeymoon Bay and proceeded to design and build March Meadows Golf Course with the help of three other partners in 1970. He worked there as pro and head greenskeeper for over 20 years. He also worked at the local mill to supplement his income while building the golf course. His proudest accomplishment at the course was instructing a young junior player by the name of Dawn Coe (now Dawn Coe-Jones). During his years at Chemainus, Cowichan and Honeymoon Bay, Norm and Genny raised four children. He later spent 6 years as pro at Lake Point Golf Course in Charlie Lake near Fort St John but returned to Honeymoon Bay before eventually selling his shares in March Meadows and semi-retiring. He continued to give lessons and assist with greenskeeping at Funpacific Golf in Duncan for a few years. Norm leaves behind his wife Genny of 56 years, his son Chuck Boden and his three daughters Penny Boden (Alan), Sandra Vermiere (Jeff ) and Wendy Boden (Rondine). He also leaves behind 10 grand children and 2 dogs. There will be no formal service by family request. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.

ON THE WEB:

A thought of sweet remembrance from one who thinks of you.

Arthur Edmund (Art) Siddals of Chemainus, BC, passed away on February 22, 2016, at the age of 94. Born in Derby, England, December 18, 1921, Art immigrated to Canada with his parents in 1927. During World War II, he served proudly in the 13th Field Regiment, RCA, as a motorcycle messenger, landing on Juno Beach on D-Day. Art mastered everything he put his mind to, working first in construction, then in maintenance for School District 57, and as an ambulance first responder with his wife, Iris, while also serving as an alderman and mayor for the village of Valemount. Predeceased by his wife, Iris (1995), he leaves behind his sons, Larry (Bonnie) and Owen (Mary); daughter, Ann (Gerry); brother, Bernie; sisters, Helen and Lillian; eight grandchildren; and numerous greatgrandchildren, nephews and nieces. No service by request. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to www.JunoBeach.org

Leslie Joan McCallum (Blin) 1938-2016

Mar 3, 1964 - Mar 5, 2014 Late at night when all the world is sleeping, I stay up and think of you, and wish on a star that somewhere you are thinking of us too. Missing you ... Mark, Sean, Rhonda, Ken, Robert, Mom, Dad, and all of our families

IN MEMORIAM GIFTS Thank you for considering donations to: COWICHAN DISTRICT HOSPITAL FOUNDATION #4-466 Trans Canada Hwy Duncan, BC V9L 3R6 Phone: 250-701-0399 Website: www.cdhfoundation.ca Donations may be made via mail, over the phone or on our website. Donations are tax deductible & finance hospital equipment & patient care. Memorial donations are acknowledged with a letter to the family and loved ones are commemorated on our Memorial Board or Book in the hospital lobby.

If we had a single Rose for every time We think about you We could walk forever In a rose garden A Celebration of Life at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, 200-4940 Canada Way, Burnaby, B.C., V5G 4K6 would be appreciated.

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Re: HIT AND RUN

Passed away peacefully in her home with family

by her side on Wednesday, February 24, 2016. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Ian John McCallum and her 3 children Chris, Carlie and son Jack (Heather), her 6 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.

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For those who love, time is not.... Missing you today and always.

If you have any information concerning a hit and run motor vehicle collision on Mt. Sicker Road (the vehicle/truck may be missing a side mirror) on Fri., February 19, 2016 at 10:40PM, please call Norman Fraser 250.748.1013

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DEATHS

HILDEBRAND, Henry (Hank)

Passed away on January 30th, 2016 in Duncan BC, just before his 96th birthday. He leaves behind his loving wife, Sunny and their three sons Jock (Carmen), Terry and Lorne (Tracey). He is also survived by his six grandchildren Dylan, Tara, Daleth, Rochelle, Padraic and Nikolas as well as his great grandson, Landon. Born in Russia, he emigrated to Canada with his family in 1926. He had a rewarding career as a teacher not only in Canada, but also in Australia, Ghana and the U.K. After plenty of travel and adventure, Hank and Sunny spent their retirement surrounded by their family in Westbank, BC. He will be remembered for his endless good spirit, his passion for a good book, his skill at cribbage and his love for his family.

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WITH HEAVY HEARTS WE ANNOUNCE THE PASSING OF BOTH OUR PARENTS

Lorraine Woodruff

August 13, 1944 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; January 29, 2016 AND

William â&#x20AC;&#x153;Woodyâ&#x20AC;? Woodruff

October 18, 1944 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; February 22, 2016 Lorraine was survived by William, who passed away 24 days later. Both are survived by their daughters Deanna (Scotty), Sharon (Sean) and Janice (Jayson); granddaughter Loreen; grandsons William and Jakeb; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Lorraine was also survived by her sister Min, and William by his sister Linda-Jane and brother Jimmy. Throughout the 50 plus years they were in the Valley, Mom worked for BC Hydro and Herb Doman, then later at the Legion and Elks Club. Woody stayed with family business, E&M Machine Works, now Promac Manufacturing. Rumour has it he may have been sold along with the company. Both Mom and Dad were involved in the local sports community, where Dad was inducted into the North Cowichan Sports Wall of Fame in 2013 on behalf of the Chemainus Blues, as well as a member of the CVGC for many years. Mom was always at the rink, either with Dad and his hockey or with us three girls while we figure skated. Mom was involved with the Ladies Auxiliary to the RCL, Br. 53, as well as the Cowichan Pipe Band in their early years. Mom fought a very hard battle with cancer right to the end and dad had found out only two months before his passing that he had cancer as well. At both their requests there will not be a service. Many thanks to Jack Cotterill, Butch and Elaine - Mom and Dadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rock through this. To Debi, Dianna and Kari for visiting with Mom; Uncle Pat and Tommy Gamble for their visits and to Gen for always being there for both of them.

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LOST AND FOUND

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INVITATION TO TENDER BOATSWAIN COMMUNITY PARK UPGRADE TENDER NO. 2016-PRK-002 PROJECT OVERVIEW The Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) Parks & Trails Division invites qualified and experienced firms to submit bids in accordance with the terms, conditions and specifications of the Tender for the upgrade of Boatswain Park located in Electoral Area C â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Cobble Hill. The project consists of the demolition and disposal of current park facilities and the construction of a new sport court, playground area, trails, parking area and associated park amenities.

TENDER DOCUMENTS Tender documents may be obtained during regular business hours from the Cowichan Valley Regional District, located at 175 Ingram Street, Duncan, BC, the CVRD website at www.cvrd.bc.ca. and on BC Bid.

SITE MEETING Proponents are encouraged to attend a site meeting on Monday, March 7, 2016, at 2:00 pm. Please meet at Boatswain Park, located at the corner of Aros Road and Granfield Place in Cobble Hill. Tenders must be received by mail or hand delivery, in a sealed envelope clearly marked â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tender No. 2016-PRK-002 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Boatswain Community Park Upgradeâ&#x20AC;? no later than: DATE: Tuesday, March 15, 2016 TIME: 2:00 pm local time PLACE: CVRD, 175 Ingram Street, Duncan, BC, V9L 1N8 Attention: Joe Barry, Corporate Secretary FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Inquiries must be directed by email to Michael Miller, Capital Projects Specialist, Parks & Trails Division, Planning & Development Department at mmiller@cvrd.bc.ca

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HOME CARE/SUPPORT ELDERLY LADY in Cowichan Bay with MS needs experienced female caregiver for 2pm to 10pm Mondays through Fridays, starting April 4, 2016. Live-in with free board and lodging could be arranged. Wages 40 hours/week $19/hour. Driver with car preferred. Reply with resume to davidg82@shaw.ca

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We Love You Forever and Always.

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Wednesday, March 2, 2016

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS When you are sick and tired of being sick and tired. Call us. Cowichan Valley AA. Toll free 1-866-233-5255 (24-hours)

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COWICHAN BAY GOVERNMENT WHARF CLOSED TO VEHICLE TRAFFIC 7:00AM TO 7:00PM Closed Monday - Friday

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- Limited pedestrian access In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On October 14, 2015, at the 4700 block of the Trans-Canada Highway, Duncan, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Duncan RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: a 1999 grey Mercedes ML320, BCLP: BT066C, VIN: 4JGAB54E3XA114639, on or about 13:54 Hours. The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been used in the commission of an offence (or offences) under sections 322(1) (theft) and 348(1) (breaking and entering) of the Criminal Code of Canada was therefore offencerelated property pursuant to section 2 (definitions) of the Criminal Code of Canada. Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2016-3456, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for

disposal by the Director of Civil Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice. A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published. You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Directorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website, accessible online at www. pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.

Mill Bay Waterworks District Box 58 Mill Bay, BC V0R 2P0 mbwd@shaw.ca or Fax 250-743-9065 No Phone Calls Please Applications to be received by: Friday, March 25, 2016.

MEDICAL/DENTAL

Vancouver Island Counselling Has an opening for a full time Counsellor in their Duncan/Nanaimo Offices. Our clinical team provides short term EFAP counselling to employees and families emphasizing our core values of compassion, respect and integrity. We have been a well-respected and valued â&#x20AC;&#x153;not for profitâ&#x20AC;? community counselling service since 1980. Some of our key selection criteria include: r Strong counselling skills working with individuals, couples and groups r Expertise in addictions and mental health issues r Facilitation of onsite workplace Critical incident Stress Debriefing r Experience providing short term counselling in an EFAP environment r Available to work some evenings r Eligibility for Professional Certification r Minimum 7 years related experience r Masters in Counselling Please forward your resume by 11th of March, 2016. Please respond to: Bruce Youngren Executive Director Vancouver Island Counselling Fax# 250-746-8994 or Email: admin@vancouverislandcounselling.com We thank all who apply.

Wednesday, March 2, 2016

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UNIQUE HOME HEALTH CARE

is currently hiring HCA/RCAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ($18-$20 per hr.). All shifts available. We are also looking for permanent live-in companions to cover 15 shifts per month for two clients in the Cobble Hill area. All meals, entertainment and transportation are included. Call 250-715-1094 for an interview.

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CLEANING SERVICES AWESOME Housekeeper with 31 yrs Exp. Tons of excellent refs. call 250-715-1185 mclemente@shaw.ca FOR ALL your cleaning, cooking and laundry needs. Island Domestic has experienced housekeepers. We also do apartments, offices and one-time cleans. Serving Mill Bay to Ladysmith. Bonded, Insured, WCB, registered with DVA. 250-710-0864. www.islanddomestic services.ca

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HUSBAND FOR Hire. Nothing but the best - Carpenter, Plumber, Painter, Electrician, Pressure Washing. Just ask my wife. Call 250-709-1111.

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HOME RENOVATIONS. Deck work, carpentry, flooring, plumbing, eaves trough-cleaning & rubbish removal. Small moving jobs. Sr. Discount. Ian 250-743-6776.

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ELECTRICAL HELP WANTED

SALES

Advertising Sales Consultant The Cowichan Valley Citizen, has an opening for an experienced multimedia advertising Consultant. By joining the leading community newspaper serving Cowichan Valley you can develop a rewarding career in advertising and marketing while contributing to one of the most vibrant communities in Duncan, BC. The team environment at The Citizen will inspire you to the highest level of customer partnership and reward your motivated approach to excellence. You should be a strong communicator, well organized, self motivated and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. Print advertising sales experience is preferred. A car and a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license are required. The Cowichan Valley Citizen is a member of Black Press, Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest private independent newspaper company with more than 150 titles in print and online in British Columbia, Alberta, Washington, Hawaii, California and Ohio. Send your resume with a cover letter to: Shirley Skolos, Publisher shirley.skolos@cowichanvalleycitizen.com Cowichan Valley Citizen 251 Jubilee St., Duncan, B.C. V9L 1W8

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REAL ESTATE COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL FOR LEASE: 11,402 sq ft steelframe warehouse in industrial park area of Cobble Hill, BC. Clear span, ample power and plenty of yard space. Net rent is only $7.50 psf and op and tax costs are $3.00 psf. The yard is paved and secure with fencing around the perimeter. Great opportunity for industrial user who wants affordable space with only a short commute to Victoria, Duncan or Nanaimo. Contact Peter Tanner at Firm Management: 250-544-2300

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO Brand new 900 sq.ft. apt 2-bdrm/1-bath; N/S; no pets. Appliances & in-house laundry. $1050 /mos. Available April 1, 2016. Email:

COWICHAN BAY. 1-br condo with patio. Unfurnished $800, furnished $850. No pets. 250-245-0835; 250-246-4999.

Experienced Legal Assistant Real Estate - Solicitor Support

Apply in confidence by March 11, 2016 to Orchard & Company, Barristers and Solicitors 321 St. Julian Street, Duncan, B.C. V9L 3S5 E-mail: admin@orchardandco.ca Ph: (250) 746-5899.

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HELP WANTED

Our law firm is seeking an experienced legal assistant to support our solicitor practice. The ideal candidate will have experience in real estate conveyancing, financing, as well as some experience in other areas of a solicitor practice. Candidates must be well organized, attentive to detail, have excellent communication skills, be team oriented. We offer an excellent work environment, group benefits, and a competitive salary.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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GARAGE SALES

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Cowichan Valley Citizen | Wednesday, March 2, 2016

BCHL PLAYOFFS

Capitals return to post-season play Cowichan Valley takes on rival Powell River Kings in opening round of B.C. Hockey League playoffs PHILIP WOLF CITIZEN

he Cowichan Valley Capitals are set for the B.C. Hockey League’s second season. The Caps return to the playoffs for the first time in four years this week, when they open a best-ofseven opening-round series against the Powell River Kings. The teams met eight times during the regular season, with the Capitals winning the first four, and the Kings bouncing back to take the final four contests. “I think it’s a good matchup,” said Caps coach/GM Bob Beatty. “When you play each other eight times, you get to know each other’s game pretty well. It will come down to execution, basically.” Beatty said the Capitals (27-253-3, good for third in the league’s Island Division) didn’t play their best hockey during the final four contests against the Kings (33-204-1, second in the Island Division). “For us, it’s a matter of consistency,” he said. “We beat every team in the league except for [powerhouse] Penticton, and we had two exciting games with them. So we know we can play with anybody.” Beatty said he doesn’t expect any “new wrinkles” during the series. “We know what they’re going to do,” he said of the Kings. “We have to be strong within our structure, be strong on the forecheck and not try to be too fancy. We’ve got good depth throughout our lineup, so we’ll need everyone to make a contribution.” Kade Kehoe (22 goals, 33 assists for 55 points) finished the season as Cowichan’s leading scorer, two points up on Ryan Burton (16-37-53). Josh Adkins (22-26-48) and Matthew Hudie (24-17-41) also cracked the 20-goal plateau.

COWICHAN VALLEY CAPITALS (27-25-3-3) LEADERS G A Pts Kade Kehoe 22 33 55 Ryan Burton 16 37 53 Josh Adkins 22 26 48 Matthew Hudie 24 17 41 Jared Domin 16 23 39 Corey Hoffman 12 27 39 GOALIES W L GAA SV% Storm Phaneuf 20 17 3.12 .915 Lane Michasiw 7 10 3.59 .893

Cowichan Valley Capitals defenceman Sam Jones, right, looks to stop Nanaimo Clippers forward Lucas Finner during BCHL action Saturday at Island Savings Centre. Jones and the Caps open post-season play Friday. [TODD BLUMEL/FOR THE CITIZEN] Beatty indicated Storm Phaneuf (20-17, 3.12 goals-against average and a .915 save percentage) will start in goal. Powell River head coach/GM Kent Lewis said his team’s performance against Cowichan paralleled its entire year. “That’s indicative of how our team went all year,” said Lewis. “We started out slowly, we had the fewest returnees of any of the top three teams in our division. “It takes some time for kids to get used to our system but I’m happy with how we progressed.” The Kings are led up front by Tristan Mullin (27-29-56), with Kyle Betts and Carter Turnbull also cracking the 20-goal plateau. Nick Halagian (43 points in 48 games along with 128 penalty minutes) adds a physical veteran presence. Special teams will play a key

role in the series. Defencemen Adam Brubacher (18-31-49) and Rylan Ball (11-28-39) combined for 29 power-play assists for the Kings. Jeff Smith (25-12, 2.48, .927) will get the starting nod in goal for the Kings. “They’re going to be a tough opponent,” said Lewis of the Capitals. “Any time you play a divisional rival, you know you’re in for a battle. They’ve definitely got some weapons, so we know we have to be on top of our game. “I expect it to be a good series.” The Caps wrapped up the regular season with a pair of losses to the Nanaimo Clippers – falling 3-0 Friday in the Harbour City, and 6-3 Saturday at Island Savings Centre. On Friday, the Caps were outshot 42-20 in a listless affair.

Sheldon Rempal, Sean Buchanan and Devin Brosseau scored for Nanaimo, which had six powerplay chances to Cowichan’s one. Lane Michasiw stopped 39 shots for the Caps. On Saturday, Ayden MacDonald, Adkins and Kehoe scored for Cowichan. Spencer Rempal scored twice for Nanaimo, giving him 59 on the season. Gavin Gould, Matthew Hoover, Spencer Hewson and Edwin Hookenson also scored for the Clippers, with Jakob Walter making 29 saves to pick up the win in goal.Michasiw made 26 stops for the Caps. NOTES: The series opens Friday and Saturday in Powell River, with Games 3 and 4 back at the Island Savings Centre on Monday and Tuesday (7 p.m. start times). For tickets, call 250-748-7529.

POWELL RIVER KINGS (33-20-4-1) LEADERS G A Pts Tristan Mullin 27 29 56 Adam Brubacher 18 31 49 Kyle Betts 23 20 43 Nick Halagian 16 27 43 Jonny Evans 18 24 42 Carter Turnbull 21 19 40 GOALIES W L GAA SV% Jeff Smith 25 12 2.48 .927 Stefan Wornig 8 12 3.05 .914 SCHEDULE Game 1 @ Powell River, Friday, March 4 Game 2 @ Powell River, Sat. , March 5 Game 3 @ Cowichan, March 7 (7 p.m.) Game 4 @ Cowichan, March 8 (7 p.m.) *Game 5 @ Powell River, March 10 *Game 6 @ Cowichan, March 12 *Game 7 @ Powell River, March 13 *If necessary

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Penticton’s Jost captures BCHL league MVP award CITIZEN

The votes have been tallied and the B.C. Hockey League has announced the winners of its five major awards. A second round of polling of the league’s head coaches was carried out this week. The winners:

Vern Dye Memorial Trophy (MVP) – Tyson Jost, Penticton Vees. Bruce Allison Memorial Trophy (Rookie of the Year) – Vimal Sukumaran, Chilliwack Chiefs Top Defenceman Award – Dante Fabbro, Penticton Vees Bob Fenton Trophy (Most Sportsmanlike) – Colton Kerfoot,

Coquitlam Express Joe Tennant Memorial Trophy (Coach of the Year) – Fred Harbinson, Penticton Vees. Kerfoot joins his older brother and Express alum Alex Kerfoot in forming the second brother tandem to win the Bob Fenton Trophy. Paul and Steve Kariya are the other pair.

It is the third Coach of the Year trophy for Harbinson, but the first since the BCHL went to a single award, as opposed to one per conference as was the case up to 2013. The Brett Hull Trophy as the league’s top scorer went to Penticton’s Scott Conway, who had 56 goals and 60 assists for

116 points. Nanaimo’s Sheldon Rempal (59-51-110) was second, leading the league in goals, with Jost (42-61-103) the only other player to crack the 100-point barrier. Penticton goalies Zachary Driscoll and Anthony Brodeur were the top netminding duo.

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HIGH SCHOOL HOOPS

Host Chargers capture Island basketball crown CITIZEN

Jesse Van Wingerden, left, scores against Gold River. fident in our game and confident of what we could accomplish. When you are seeded as one of the top teams, there is more to lose and you have to work hard every game.” Kapteyn and Van Wingerden were both named to the tourney’s first allstar team, along with Peter Jenkins and Liam Keane of St. Andrew’s and Kobe Amos of Gold River. Gold River beat Nanaimo Christian School 55-34 to claim third spot. Ben Sijpheer and Michal Loots of NCS were named to the second allstar team, along with Jonas Joseph (Chemainus), Alex Louie (Ucluelet) and Josh Woodruff (Gold River). The Chargers advance to the B.C. championships, March 9-12 in Langley.

Appointment Andrew Franklin, Director of Digital Development is pleased to announce the appointment of Laura Baziuk as B.C. Digital Editor. Laura graduated from Carleton University’s journalism

Duncan Christian School Chargers player Jesse Van Wingerden, centre, drives to the hoop against Gold River during action at the Island High School Boys 1A Basketball Championships. The Chargers won their fifth straight Island crown. [TODD BLUMEL PHOTOS/FOR THE CITIZEN] 7476796

Duncan Christian School Chargers completed their drive for five. The host Chargers captured their fifth straight Island High School Boys 1A Basketball title, beating St. Andrew’s of Victoria 67-48 in Saturday’s tournament final. The Chargers opened with a win over Gold River. In the championship contest, the locals trailed 19-8 after one quarter and 33-27 at the half but came up big after the break to seal the victory. “We knew that they would come out ready to play and boy did they ever,” said DCS coach Jim Brandsma of St. Andrew’s. “Their team was a bit bigger than the last time we played them.” Adam Kapteyn led the Chargers in the final with 25 points, including 11 in the fourth quarter. Jesse Van Wingerden added 19 for the winners, with tourney MVP Mike Brandsma adding 12. Coach Brandsma said the home crowd was a factor heading into the final quarter. “The feeling of momentum shifting was palpable and the fans were most definitely giving us a huge help,” he said. “The fourth quarter was nothing short of amazing as we went on a 21-4 run to close out the game. “We went into this weekend con-

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Kyla Toljander scored twice, leading the Cowichan Flickers to a 4-0 win over Lynx 1 in Vancouver Island Ladies Field Hockey Association Div. 1 Saturday action. The win moved the Flickers into a firstplace tie with the Lynx, each with 31 points from 17 games. Amanda Kurianowicz and Lizzie Yates also scored for the winners. Division 3: Cowichan Kestrels 2 (Hayley Picard, Sharyn Higginson) Lynx III 0 Cowichan Stellers 6 (Ali Anderson 3, Jill Dayton2, Karissa Birch) Pirates 2 (Lisa Grambart, Jenna Lucas) Cowichan Stellers 6 (Jocelyn Buss 2, Birkley Anderson, Jenna Howard, April Keller, Sue Whitney) Oak Bay Devils 0

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VIJHL PLAYOFFS

Islanders down 3-0 against powerful Cougars CITIZEN

Above, Kerry Park Islanders player Corey Peterson, right, lands an uppercut during a scrap with Brett Lervold of the Victoria Cougars during Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League playoff action Saturday at Kerry Park Arena. Top right, Kerry Park’s Josiah Nadon makes a pass up-ice. Below right, Kerry Park goalie Chase Anderson and teammate Bradley Bagnall look for a loose puck. [TODD BLUMEL PHOTOS/FOR THE CITIZEN] In Game 3 at Archie Browning Arena, the Isles led 1-0 late in the second period, before giving up three goals in just over two minutes in a 4-1 loss. Kyle Green

staked the locals to the 1-0 lead in the first period, but Ryan Carson, Lervold and Bryton Beattie scored in a space of 124 seconds for Victoria.

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