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by constituents, has been in contact with Transport Canada on a number of occasions over the Beaver.

In January, they said they were monitoring the situation, she reported.

The problem of derelict vessels

Chain link fence down the centre of the Trans-Canada Highway?

As police and politicians desperately look for ways to stop the carnage that has seen three deaths in the last year on the notorious corridor through Duncan, new ideas are emerging.

At North Cowichan council on Wednesday, controversy about the corridor reignited when Coun.

Jennifer Woike asked Staff Sgt. Jack McNeill what is being done to curb pedestrian deaths.

McNeill was there to give the quarterly RCMP report and was more than ready to talk about the problem.

Woike said that she had seen cities like Langford using chain link fence and signs as barriers to jaywalking but it went beyond that in North Cowichan and Duncan.

“We live in a unique spot. No one would ever walk across a highway in Abbotsford. But here, people just walk across the Trans-Canada Highway,” she said.

McNeill agreed, using the situation of students crossing from Cowichan Secondary to fast food restaurants at lunchtime.

“The kids look like water buffalo

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The SS Beaver, a replica of the original ship, sat in Cowichan Bay until it sank Wednesday night. The problem of derelict vessels on the coast is a big one, with over 200 slowly disintegrating at the present time. [LEXI BAINAS/CITIZEN FILE]

Sinking of Beaver in Bay reignites calls for new derelict vessel laws ANDREA RONDEAU CITIZEN

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Family needs help after string of tragedies Meagan Lewis and her son, Kaleb Descoteau, have experienced more than their share of tragedy in recent years.

Kaleb was born premature in 2010, and trauma during delivery led to hospitalization and further treatment. Kaleb has been seen by several professionals at the Clements Centre’s Sundrops Centre for Child Development in the course of his young life, and is now on a long waitlist for an autism assessment, which is more than a year away.

Last September, Kaleb’s father, Dustin Descoteau, was killed when his truck rolled off the Coquihalla Highway on his way back from the Island to work in Castlegar.

Lewis began taking accounting and business courses full-time in Nanaimo, hoping to better support herself and her son.

This past February, Lewis was driving to school in Nanaimo in a heavy downpour when her car hydroplaned. She was able to avoid colliding with a semi truck, but her car crashed, and Lewis broke her back and damaged her spinal cord, causing severe nerve damage.

“If this were not enough, after she awoke from her surgery, she received a lay-off notice from her employer,” said the Clements Centre’s Terri Stanko. “She had been working part-time while attending full-time school and raising a child with extra needs.”

Doctors initially thought that Lewis might never walk again, but she took her first steps in the hospital, and began to walk before she was discharged in mid-March.

Since then, she has alternated between using crutches and a wheelchair.

“She is still in pain, has numbness in areas of her lower body and has to wear a back brace,” Stanko said. “She is progressing with her recovery, but she is not able to care for Kaleb.”

While she was attending school, Lewis was sponsored by a local agency, but being unable to attend classes, she has lost her sponsorship, which included living expenses. Since she was discharged, Lewis has been living on her own, while Kaleb has stayed with her grandparents.

“They have been caring for Kaleb since the accident and although happy to do so, they find it difficult and tiring at times given their age, certain medical conditions as well as Kaleb’s extra needs and exuberant personality,” Stanko said.

A trust account has been opened for Kaleb to allow him to take part in activities and camps, and to help pay for private autism testing, which would happen much sooner and provide the family with more support.

“This is time for the community to rally around this mother and son,” Stanko said.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING City of Duncan Council gives notice, under Section 892 of the Local Government Act, that it will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, May 20th, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 200 Craig Street, Duncan, BC to receive public input on the following:

ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 3122, 2014 – for 198 Government Street, (more particularly described as Lot A, Section 17, Range 6, Quamichan District, Plan VIP44627) Duncan, British Columbia. The Bylaw is to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 1540, 1988 to add 'Seniors Center' as a Permitted Use in the CͲ1 General Commercial Zone and within the Definitions section of the bylaw.

ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 3123, 2014 – for 468 Duncan Street, (more particularly described as Lot 1, Section 17, Range 6, Quamichan District, Plan VIP39626) Duncan, British Columbia. The Bylaw is to amend the Zoning Bylaw No. 1540, 1988 to rezone the land described above: Current Zoning: CͲ1 General Commercial Proposed Zoning: PͲ1 Institutional The general intent of the proposed Bylaw is to change the zoning of the subject property as the Fire Hall is an Institution, a Permitted Use in the PͲ1 Institutional Zone.

Retired communications CAO, Jim Shaw, a Shawnigan Lake School alumnus, and his wife, Kathryn, enthusiastic backers of the prestigious private school, are now adding a record-setting amount to their former support. [SUBMITTED]

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DEVELOPMENT VARIANCE PERMIT APPLICATION NO. DVPͲ2014Ͳ05 – for 468 Duncan Street. The proposed variance to the Subsection 7.6(b)(5) of the Zoning Bylaw No. 1540, 1988 is to permit the following: a. Vary the north side yard setback from 6.0 meters to 5.4 meters for the existing Fire Hall building only; and b. Vary the south side yard setback from 6.0 meters to 5.0 meters for the existing Fire Hall building only.

If you believe your interests may be affected by the proposed Rezonings and Development Variance Permit, you may express your views to City Council at the PUBLIC HEARING to be held at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 20th, 2014 at City Hall, 200 Craig Street, Duncan, BC. If you cannot attend the Public Hearing, you may write to City Council at the address or fax number shown below, or send an eͲmail to karen@duncan.ca, before 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 20th, 2014. Your submission will become part of the public record. If you have any questions regarding the amendments, please contact Michelle Geneau, Planner at 250Ͳ746Ͳ6126 or michelle@duncan.ca. If you want to inspect a copy of the applications and related information, please contact City Hall, 200 Craig Street, Duncan, BC, Monday to Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., except Statutory Holidays, from the date of publication of this notice to the date of the Public Hearing.

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Shawnigan Lake School has received $19 million — the largest single gift in the history of Canadian independent schools — from former student and captain of the Canadian communications industry Jim Shaw, and his wife, Kathryn.

“This is a truly monumental day in the history of Shawnigan Lake School,” said Headmaster David Robertson. “We have been fortunate to enjoy a wonderful relationship with the Shaw family for many years, but this commitment by Jim and Kathryn secures Shawnigan’s place as one of the top independent schools, not only in Canada, but anywhere in the world.”

A 1977 alumnus, Shaw and his wife “have forever altered the future of Shawnigan Lake School,” according to a statement

on the institution’s website.

The $19 million comes as part of Shawnigan’s $40-million Building on Strength campaign.

Coinciding with the School’s Centennial year in 2016, this ambitious plan aims to give Shawnigan a firm foundation as it enters its second century.

The campaign includes a $25 million capital goal that will reenvision its iconic main building as a learning commons, and $15 million designated to enhance the school’s endowment. To date, more than $32 million in cash and pledges has been raised, the website said.

Of the Shaws’ gift, $11-million has been allocated toward capital projects, including the construction of a centennial library which will be the centerpiece of the learning commons, equipped with the latest in educational and technological advancements, including

an immersive simulation room and multi-functional, adaptive study areas while reflecting the school’s sylvan surroundings.

The remaining $8 million comes in the form of a donor-managed fund that will see $500,000 in annual support provided for the Shaw Family Scholarships. The scholarships are a vital component of Shawnigan’s overall financial assistance program that offers much-needed funding for the 25 per cent of the school’s students who receive support each year.

Shaw created the scholarships in 2004 with the plan of helping five students on a yearly basis. With this new commitment, the Shaws will be able to assist up to 20 students annually.

After graduating from Shawnigan, Shaw went on to a career as CEO of Shaw Communications Inc. Both he and his wife maintain regular contact with the school.

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Council ponders 91% park Despite finally gaining the support of several Chemainus groups and the Penelakut Tribe for a possible speedy end to the long-running Echo Heights dispute, North Cowichan Mayor Jon Lefebure could not get enough of his colleagues to back an idea that calls for 91 per cent of the site to become parkland.

Using the analogy of a baseball player who hit more successfully when he relaxed his grip, Lefebure asked both council and the community to loosen their hold on former ideas and embrace a plan that would see only nine per cent of the controversial piece of municipal land used for housing, and using R2 zoning to cover it.

His idea was that council could give a new park dedication bylaw first, second and third reading at that meeting, and then follow a public-approval process. “The community has relaxed its stand; they’ve said if you can come this far, we can support you,� he said.

Lefebure confessed that he, too, had held a rigid position for too long, looking for innovation and ways to maximize the return for the municipality. “The lots created now will be top-value and will not compete with other developments,� he said. “No one can say we have not examined this and it’s where all sides of the issue meet,� he concluded.

Bernie Jones of the Chemainus Residents Association stood up at the meeting and urged council to support the proposal.

Creegan Drive resident Doug Freeburg said, “I see it as a reasonable balance.�

The idea offers less density at a lower cost to the municipality, is more likely to hap-

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pen quickly and is also a greener solution, he added.

North Cowichan CAO Dave Devana told councillors that the municipality was giving up about $1.5 million in possible sales.

However, “this proposal will still make $2 million and at significantly less risk.

There is a simple road network and the services are already there.�

Coun. Barb Lines said that she was happy to see this movement on the issue. “The relationship between communities and council is important,� she said. “This is a plan that brings unity. I think it’s a powerful opportunity for some healing,� Coun. Kate Marsh agreed.

However, all the goodwill evaporated when it became clear that Lefebure could not get the two-thirds majority of council needed to go to a quicker public approval process.

Coun. John Koury wanted that extra $1.5 million.

Coun. Al Siebring said that, as far as he was concerned, “Echo Heights has never been all about the money but we have to maximize the return.� Coun. Jennifer Woike also voted against the 91-9 split.

Marsh asked Koury if he would reconsider his decision to oppose Lefebure’s proposal so that council could take advantage of the good will generated and reduce possible public misunderstanding but his response was “No,� concluding, “I don’t care how confusing it is.�

The result was that council was only able to give first reading to the 91 per cent park dedication bylaw. It must now await second and third reading and that possibly could take two more council meetings, pushing the decision date into June.

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Laws needed to stop coast becoming junkyard e need more laws to allow us to deal with derelict vessels.

The laws we have now aren’t working.

As things stand, people are allowed to just moor their crumbling boats in our harbours and leave them there until time and the elements deal the death blow.

This is not fair to the communities and shorelines that end up having to deal with these rust buckets, sometimes for years.

Not only are they unsightly, they pose a hazard.

They have a tendency to leak all kinds of undesirable things

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into our waters as they disintegrate — even when oil and other fuels have been removed.

The neglect that leaves them falling apart in our waters carries over to securing them in storms and weather.

When they get loose — not to mention when they sink — they can become a serious navigation hazard.

Owners sometimes express a desire to keep the vessels, citing nebulous (and usually imaginary) future plans to rehabilitate them to some kind of future glory.

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to actually see is one underwater.

Though to be fair, the Beaver, last used in 2010, had a bit more hope than some.

Essentially, though, what people are doing is hauling (sometimes these vessels are not even able to move under their own steam) their boats to a picturesque bay along the coast of Vancouver Island and abandoning them there.

Out of sight, out of mind.

But they’re not out of sight of those living on the shoreline who have to put up with their ramshackle appearance mucking up the view.

It’s not the first time Cowichan Bay, in particular, has hosted one of these ships.

It seemed that no sooner did the Bay finally say farewell to the unlamented derelict MV Dominion 1, than the Beaver arrived.

It is all too likely that there will be a successor to the Beaver.

That’s why derelict boat legislation is desperately needed.

Our coastlines are becoming a junkyard for ships of all descriptions.

We can now only hope for the Beaver to be raised and hauled away. Cowichan Bay will not be sad to see it go.

taxes. If people must pay for and receive waste removal services, the incentive to save a dollar, but dump garbage, is removed.

I am sure others will respond noting the cost of waste removal as a burden, but that is not directly related to the question of how to stop dumping. That is a separate (albeit important) subject. However on the subject of cost, I am not suggesting a bloating of government. The service can be contracted to private industry.

I feel that I must respond to Peter Elliot’s comments (April 30) regarding my letter of April 23 concerning the realism of the plans for a commuter train service here on Southern Vancouver Island.

First; I seem to have achieved one of my objectives, which was to start debate on the question of the feasibility and true costs of the proposals.

Second; I am not against rail as a fast and efficient mode of transportation of both people and freight, I am unsure of the feasibility of the present proposal in achieving that objective.

Third; regarding those who have given their support to the proposals; I too support the proposal provided it can be built and operated in a cost-effective manner. My concern is that a large part of the construction and operating cost (probably in the form of subsidies) will be borne by one of the levels of government and as a taxpayer to all three levels I am concerned about where my money is spent.

Incidentally, Mr. Elliot invokes Via Rail as one of the supporters of the proposal; I seem to remember that when the latest provisional agreement hit the press a few weeks ago the name of Via Rail was conspicuously absent from those who were parties to the document.

Let the debate continue both here in the press and hopefully in the corridors of power.

Peter Morris Mill Bay

Graham Jones Chemainus

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Amalgamation in Cowichan is a sound idea

Include cost of dumping in property taxes

The question that was proposed does need another question.

That is, who will gain fiscally, or will it be a straight swap of borders? I would have thought this process should have been done years ago but details have always been lacking. Winter clean-up, removal of debris, plus upkeep of the public system, i.e., painting, repairing, sweeping of roads, gardening; all this has to be discussed and agreed to before this would take place.

Yes I do believe that it is a sound practical motion.

How to stop illegal garbage dumping?

While it is regrettable that people are illegally dumping garbage wherever they can hide it, it is understandable. If given the choice to pay for a service or not, many people prefer to opt for not paying. Examples can be found everywhere from illegal downloads of music to garbage dumping.

The solution to the act of illegal dumping is simple, though not popular. Remove the option of not paying for this essential service and include the cost of inclusive, mandatory residential waste removal in property

George Manners Cowichan Bay

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Carelessly dug up, destroyed lilies a big disappointment The following is an open letter to the person(s) responsible for jacking some wild white “Easter lilies” from the side of a trail in a certain municipal forest: I don’t think you were doing anything illegal, but it was kind of inconsiderate. In your quest for the pretty lilies, you made a mess that I had to clean up.

Your careless digging method damaged the young lily plants there. Not only that, you took from a tiny patch of lilies. There are literally dozens of places where they are plentiful where you could have dug some up without affecting the population — or without anybody caring — including in that very forest, if you looked hard enough.

Why take them from a spot where there are hardly any there? That’s bad for biodiversity.

It was also foolish to take blooming lilies. Larger plants, particularly those with flowers attached, have deeper corms and are more easily damaged in digging and transport than smaller, younger plants with single leaves.

Those lilies, unless picked, only bloom every seven years, because it takes that long for a seedling to mature, and also how long it takes the corm to recover after producing seeds.

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If you’re an older person, that’s a long time and you won’t get to enjoy them very often unless you pick them every year, including this year.

It would have been better, and made much less of a mess, to take younger plants whose bulbs are not so deep in the soil. They can be removed with minimal disturbance, have a greater chance of surviving transplanting, and will bloom sooner than the ones you took.

Besides, though you had no way of knowing this, I had planted some of those lilies.

One had been there for many years, but with no neighbours to pollinate with, it had no chance to reproduce.

Only after I had gotten several as a gift from a friend about 20 years ago and decided the best place was in the woods rather than the garden, were there any seedlings around it.

In fact, not far from that spot, literally a few steps away, is a section that 20 years ago I had to restore with nearby native plants because it had been severely damaged about 30 years ago by idiots on motorbikes.

I was looking forward to looking at those lilies bloom and taking pictures of them, and was extremely disappointed when I saw the dug up mess, with no attempt made whatsoever to

smooth the soil over, and a severed and wilted single lily leaf.

My advice to you is don’t take lilies from that spot again. Other people like to look at them, and you can buy that kind of lily at places like Dinter’s.

Oh and one more thing, learn how to dig. You’re doing it wrong.

April J. Gibson Duncan

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That way keep ALL of the pollution in Alberta. This would eliminate the need for dilutent use and thus the need to construct a two-way pipeline between Alberta and Kitimat, thereby also halving the risk of a pipeline leak, as well as greatly reducing construction costs. Better still, close down the tar sands and help save both B.C.’s and the world’s environment. Or is this just another Pipe Dream?

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Duncan city councillor and chiropractor Martin Barker and Damir Wallener, an entrepreneur who ran in the last provincial election, are the first two candidates to seek the Conservative nomination in the new federal riding of Cowichan-Malahat-Langford.

Barker, who is in the third year of his first term on Duncan city council, sought the Nanaimo-Cowichan nomination for the 2011 election, when it went to John Koury, who would go to on to lose to NDP incumbent Jean Crowder.

With Crowder stepping down and the boundaries redrawn, he believes the riding is now the Conservatives’ to lose, and wants to carry the local banner to Ottawa. “As a current politician, I believe I have made a good impact in the community, and I believe I can make a big impact on the national level, representing the constituents here,� he said.

Often a dissenting voice on Duncan council, Barker is conscious of the value that an individual can have on the political stage. “One voice can make a huge impact,� he said. “Council has benefited from me and my influence in a positive way.�

Barker is a longtime supporter of the Conservative Party and the direction that Prime Minister Stephen Harper has taken the country. “It’s going in the only direction Canada can go in,� he said, adding that under Harper, Canada has become “one of the truly important countries in the

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He wants to be part of carrying on Harper’s legacy on behalf of the Cowichan Valley and neighbouring communities. “I believe I will give Cowichan a strong, respectable and principled voice in Ottawa,� he said.

Wallener ran for the BC Conservative Party in the 2013 provincial election, placing fourth behind incumbent NDP MLA Bill Routley. While he didn’t win, Wallener appreciates everything he learned on the campaign trail. “It’s an experience I don’t regret for an instant,� he said. “I regret the outcome, but I don’t regret the process.�

Wallener thinks the Cowichan area deserves a better voice, not just in Ottawa, but in Victoria and on the local level as well. “I’m not super-thrilled with the level of representation the riding has had,� he said. “I feel I can do a better job, and

I feel it’s my obligation to try. It starts at the municipal level on up. [Politicians] don’t have a vision for what life in the Valley should be like.�

Wallener espouses the federal Conservatives’ commitment to financial restraint. “At heart I believe in fiscal responsibility,� he said. “Let’s figure out what we want to do, but let’s make sure we can pay for it. There’s a lot of give and take, but its part of the process. I’m generally pleased with the direction that the country is going in, and I’d like to bring the Cowichan Valley to the table.�

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New legislation set for New tech can save money and time national debate in fall KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

A new ice-making system installed by the Cowichan Valley Regional District at arenas in the Island Savings Centre and Kerry Park Recreation Centre is just one example of how new technology can be employed to save money for local governments.

The REALice system reduces energy usage by spinning water in a vortex to remove tiny air bubbles, rather than pre-heating it, as the traditional ice-making process does. The resulting water requires less work by the refrigeration plant to freeze, higher brine temperatures, and less energy to dehumidify the arena.

All told, it adds up to more than $8,000 savings at each arena, along with a reduction of 35 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions.

While users of the arenas were pleased with the final product, operators and taxpayers alike were impressed with the savings, and the new system caught the eyes of other arena operators in the region as well.

“The results of cost savings while keeping good ice is the breakthrough that will positively impact all arena ice facilities,” Ernie Mansueti, director of parks and recreation for North Cowichan, which owns Fuller Lake Arena, said earlier this year.

“Most of the technological improvements we have made have a side benefit of improving efficiencies.”

PETER DE VERTEUIL, Duncan CAO

Jordan Bateman, B.C. director for the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, says everyone, not just local governments, needs to be on the lookout for new technology that can save money in the long run.

“It’s not just cities,” he said. “All businesses need to be aware of it.

There are new technologies coming online all the time. You don’t have to be the first to implement them, but you have to be aware.”

Some technology may be costly to purchase initially, but users can reap rewards down the road, Bateman noted. In that regard, governments have advantages that most businesses don’t.

“A government knows that it’s going to be there 20 years from now,” he said. “They can take 10, 15, 20 years to look at technological solutions, knowing that they’ll be there in the end. If the savings start to mount in year 20 or 25, businesses rarely have the luxury to think that far ahead.”

One of Bateman’s specific examples is how new technology can be used to monitor sewer and

water systems, something the City of Duncan has done, with multiple benefits.

“We have instituted SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) for our water and sewer system,” Duncan Chief Administrative Officer Peter de Verteuil noted. “Prior to this, we used to have a utility crew member take well readings for two hours every day. Now we have better data and controls, and his time can be spent elsewhere.”

Like many local governments in the Cowichan Valley, Duncan has issued iPads to councillors, where they can review agendas that don’t need to be printed, which has saved time and money for the city.

“There is a minimal cost benefit of reduced paper and copying costs, but the larger benefit is in the staff time for printing and collating,” de Verteuil said.

The saving of time — which in turn leads to saving money — has been a major consequence to many of the city’s technological advances.

“Most of the technological improvements we have made have a side benefit of improving efficiencies which help keep staffing levels from increasing even with increased service, which indirectly combat costs,” de Verteuil noted.

SINKING, From Page 1 is larger than just the Beaver, Crowder said, noting that Cowichan Bay itself was previously the mooring for the derelict Dominion 1, which took years to get towed out of the harbour.

“I want these boats dealt with,” she said.

She is working on a private members bill that is up for debate in the House of Commons in the fall that she hopes will at least make things a little easier.

Part of the problem is that there are too many agencies causing confusion when it comes to the vessels.

If it is a hazard to navigation, Transport Canada will investigate, but if it is leaking fuel Environment Canada is the agency responsible.

The new bill would make the Canadian Coast Guard the go-to for all matters concerning derelict vessels.

“It is not remotely all that needs to be done,” Crowder admitted.

“But I can’t require the government to spend money in a private member’s bill. We thought a couple of things; first of all this starts to focus the government’s attention on the matter and it’s an avenue to have this conversa-

Jean Crowder, MP tion about what really needs to happen.”

Derelicts are a huge problem on the West Coast, she said. An inventory done by the government, which many feel underreported the true numbers, found that there were over 200 derelict vessels off B.C.’s shores.

“It’s a big problem in Cowichan,” Crowder specified. “We just saw the Beaver go down. In the past the Beaver has dragged its anchor and the Coast Guard had to come and rescue it. We’ve had two barges sink in Chemainus. We’ve had, I know, at least one sink in the Ladysmith Harbour and others have washed up on shore.”

“Unless it’s clearly identified as an immediate environmental hazard or a barrier to navigation, it doesn’t get dealt with.

And then we wait for a storm or something to blow up and then they have to come in and deal with it.”

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A massive display, including some impressive RCMP vehicles, will be the focal point of celebrations in the Cowichan Place field north of Vancouver Island University from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Vehicles on display will include the TAV (Tactical Armoured Vehicle), the Mobile Command Post, a Tactical Communications Vehicle, a rigid-hull inflatable boat, and some police cars.

RCMP members will also be on hand in a variety of uniforms, including duty duds, bike patrol garb, and the famous Red Serge.

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A representative from the 2014 Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock team will be at the event to provide details about the ride, and the RCMP will have a full display with posters, recruiting information and banners depicting career options within the police force.

The RCMP haven’t forgotten that Sunday happens to be Mother’s Day as well.

“Bring the kids, bring the moms,” media relations officer Cpl. Jon Stuart said. “There will be stickers, and tattoos, and lots to do. We are hoping to have a special visitor drop by during the day. There will also be a food vendor on site for you to buy lunch and refreshments if you wish.”

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The search went on for 35-year-old Lake Cowichan man Rodney MacKinnon, Thursday, May 8.

He was last seen on Friday, May 2 and over the weekend a large group of search and rescue crews were out looking for him.

According to a special Facebook page devoted to the search, SAR set up a command centre Thursday morning on Fair Service Main close to the 70.2 trestle to resume looking for him after exhaustively combing the area where his truck was found.

trying to cross a river. The Band-Aid solution is for us to be there but that’s not going to solve it,” he said, pointing to the fine for jaywalking which is just over $100.

“The majority of the people ticketed have no money to pay that fine. So, for many, a ticket means nothing,” he said.

“But there is a working group. We’re trying to slow the corridor. Nobody wants chain link fencing.”

North Cowichan CAO Dave Devana said that the municipality is working on a TCH plan for the University Village area that would see an attractive chain link fence installed.

“But the business owners are very reluctant to allow that. It would stop people making turns into their businesses,” he said.

Overpasses are also a possibility but they are expensive and “people would still want to dash across,” Devana said.

McNeill said police are “trying to think outside the box.”

Investigation has shown them that the girl killed while crossing the highway last August at 3 a.m. south of Duncan was trying to get a location where she could get free WiFi, he said, adding this is common in that area with quite a number of youth who had no other Internet access going to that location even late at night.

“We managed to get that shut down but it shows a need,” he said.

Devana added, “the [transportation] ministry also wants to see safety in that corridor but we need to have a united

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NOTICE OF COMMUNITY MEETING Residents of Cowichan Station/Sahtlam/Glenora are invited to attend a Community Meeting on May 13, 2014.

Your Area Director and CVRD staff will provide an update and information on the following topics: · 2014 Electoral Area E Budget and CVRD Tax Information · 50/50 Recreation Tax Dollars, a Shared Expenditure Agenda · Potential Cowichan Sportsplex Funding Referendum Come out and participate in the discussion DATE: Tuesday, May 13, 2014 TIME: 7:00 p.m.

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Staff Sgt. Jack McNeill of the North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP talks about the need to stop dangerous jaywalking as people try to cross the Trans Canada Highway. [LEXI BAINAS/CITIZEN] front here.”

Coun. Kate Marsh, who was following the meeting by telephone, said she thought young people need access to social media to be able to maintain self-esteem and feel they are keeping up with their friends.

Feelings of inequality among youth are “one of the many facets to youth suicide,” she said.

McNeill said that, particularly in that area, “We need to address this with Cowichan Tribes. We also need to talk about stopping kids from climbing on the overpass. These ideas are in play,” he said.

But in other areas along the corridor,

there are other concerns, McNeill told council.

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We bring them in for their own safety but we need a place. Our cells are substandard. Many of these people are on borrowed time because they are living a dangerous lifestyle,” he said.

“These are frequent flyers. The guards all know them. I don’t know how funding for it would work out. But there is a need for a short term facility.”

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The Cowichan Consort’s Featuring Our Youth Concert May 10 at the Christian Reformed Church on Trunk Road in Duncan will highlight Carter Johnson performing Schumann’s A minor Piano Concerto.

Johnson, 17, who won the Consort’s annual youth contest, is a considerable talent who has been recognized internationally as a pianist of great artistic integrity, winning many prizes.

Also featured on the program is local singer-cellist Judit Kabath who will sing four beautiful songs from the selections that Gustav Mahler set to Friedrich Rückert’s poetry.

These exquisite pieces for soprano are “delicate delights true to Mahler’s incredible talent in composition,” says Consort publicist and orchestra member Joy Ann Bannerman.

Conductor Robert Mari will lead the Consort Choir and orchestra in opera choruses from Bizet, Verdi and Rossini.

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Carter Johnson, as winner of the Consort’s annual contest, is the soloist for this concert, which annually showcases a young performer. [SUBMITTED] ding March by Richard Wagner.

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Comedian Ron James brings his Take No Prisoners tour to the Cowichan Theatre this Sunday.

There are still some tickets available so call today to book your seats for an evening of hilarity with Canada’s favourite comedy star.

With six critically acclaimed one-hour comedy specials under his belt and a television series entering its fifth season, James is now back doing what he does best: delivering laughs face to face.

He always says it’s how he recharges his batteries and finds the country’s funny bone.

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It’s congratulations all around for Drinkwater Elementary School’s student population as Bow Mel Motors owner Todd Blumel, right, and publicist Cindy Eagles, left, present a $2,500 cheque to principal Karen Petersen and a group of students as the prize for the school’s 100 per cent participation in a colouring contest. [LEXI BAINAS/CITIZEN]

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“We did an Easter colouring program with local schools and the school with the highest level of participation would get the money,” he said.

Drinkwater School had a 100 per cent participation rate, he said.

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A cheering crowd of students greeted the arrival Thursday, April 24 of a $2,500 cheque for Drinkwater Elementary School from Bow-Mel Chrysler.

Bow-Mel owner Todd Blumel explained how it happened as the children filed into the school gym, not knowing what was in

day before spring break. Then, it was published in two weeks of the paper and then they had to have their entries in by April 11,” she said.

There were 1,691 entries from 16 schools but Drinkwater’s 414 represented entries from each of that school’s students, which really impressed the Bow-Mel team.

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or clipped topiary. Fill the beds with fragrant roses, violets and lavender - even herbs such as rosemary. Where the paths meet, add a statue or water feature, such as a fountain, low pool or pond edged in concrete or stone.

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(NC) It is true that the plants, flowers and accessories we choose for our garden say a lot about our individual personalities. For example, the well-ordered European gardens are for the elegant traditionalist. Embracing the whimsical feeling of an English country garden evokes the carefree and outgoing. And the serenity of a contemporary, Japanese-style space is for the Zeninspired calm urbanite. If you can see your personality instantly, here from Home Depot, is the way to create it: Elegant European style For those who enjoy formality and classic symmetry, focus on clean, simple structures, such as a four-square or knot-garden design. Create a centre path laid in stone, gravel or cobblestones with an aged appearance, radiating away from your house.

Make separate garden sections by creating additional off-shooting paths. Outline the beds with low, solid evergreen hedges

Create your own English-country charm by choosing plants in a variety of upbeat colours, such as foxgloves, columbines, daisies, lilacs, lilies and pansies, and planting them in curved beds. Create a snacking ground for butterflies and birds with clusters of cornflowers and sunflowers. Add a white trellis of climbing ivy, and lush, wisteria or trumpet-vine-filled lattice and make a path with stepping-stones. You can also create an English garden using strategically placed containers and planters, either in bright plastics or painted pots that add to the riot of colour.

Urban Zen Contemporary gardens focus on natural and irregular forms to help achieve peace and harmony. Focus on minimal and seemingly random rock placements, mass plantings of easy-care grasses, and multiple water features. Strategically placed Japanese black pines or red maples, stone bridges and slab seats are places for quiet contemplation. Achieve this garden style in small spaces using simple pots and containers, ornamental grasses, a portable waterfall and bamboo accents. You will be rewarded with a slice of nature that brings calm and beauty to your life.

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NC) Gardening is a great activity for families to spend time together during the warm summer months. It gets children away from television and video games – and gives them some exercise while learning about nature in the great outdoors.

Peter Cantley, a garden guru for the President’s Choicebrand has more than 46 years of experience in his field. Peter is also the vice-president of floral and garden at Loblaw Companies Limited, so take a look at the tips he offers to give everyone in your family a green thumb: Kids love getting dirty. Weeding and planting is an easy activity to get them started, and it’s okay if they get a bit messy. Kids can join parents in the garden by digging in the soil with a small spade and finding roots and worms. If your child is old enough, let them learn ownership and responsibility by giving them a plant or part of the garden to water and help care for over the season. If they are really taking an interest, why not give them their own plant to grow? Try the lineup of PC Gigantico plants which make it easy for anyone to have large, lush-looking plants immediately.

Share your love of gardening. Bring a gift of fresh produce grown right in your garden when visiting friends and family as a thoughtful gift the kids can be proud to give.

Teach them to ‘go green’. Why not start with the Garden Centre Recycled Pot Program? Itencourages gardeners to ‘go green’ by returning empty plastic pots and flats to their local Real Canadian Superstore in return for a coupon.

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3. Landscape your property. Landscaping is a great way to add visual interest to an outdoor living space. Whether planning a garden or building a pond, landscaping often results in a significant return on your investment. However, always consult a trained professional before tackling a landscaping project to ensure that your project has all the elements of a professional project.

NC) Assessing the best return for your investment is paramount when undertaking home improvement projects. This means putting a priority on the jobs that are likely to be more valuable than others.

“Summer is an ideal time to get outside and invest your time, money and resources in a project that is going to pay back when it comes time to sell your home,” says Ralph Steven, a broker with Royal LePage Atlantic, an agency with offices in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. He recommends investing in these top five outdoor home improvements: 1. Build a deck or patio. A deck or patio not only adds visual interest and enjoyment, it is also a way to add to the resale value of your home. There are many designs and approaches to consider so start with a trip to your local library to research ideas and choose an approach that fits your time and budget. Be sure to plan well ahead and to check your municipal building requirements as a building permit may be required for decks above a certain size and height.

4. Build or replace a fence. Defining the limits of your property is important for a variety of reasons, including privacy, security and safety. Considering your specific needs will help you to choose the right fence. Ultimately, the fence has to fit with how you use your yard. Do your research and consult with neighbours to determine if you can complete the project jointly.

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SPRING INTO A FINISHED BASEMENT FOR ADDED SPACE (NC) After a winter of hibernation, the spring is a perfect time to begin renovation projects that will impact your home’s overall energy efficiency and save you money. An unfinished basement can be a major source of energy loss costing you more on your heating and cooling bills.

Finishing your basement is a renovation project that will keep your house cool in the coming summer months and reduce energy consumption. By simply finishing the space with wall and floor coverings, you will notice a difference on your energy bills.

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Refresh your nest with modern styling “One of the keys to contemporary design is simplicity,” says Ji Kim, the director of global design at Moen. “When we’re developing products for the modern homeowner, we keep that top-of-mind to ensure our styles are fresh, comfortable and will fit with their lifestyles.”

(NC)As we flip through the television channels, it’s hard not to find a home improvement show about remodeling and DIY projects showing homeowners how to modernize their spaces. Here are three areas of the home that will give you the most ‘bang for your buck’ when it comes to a makeover: First Stop: The Bathroom. When you’re ready to sell your house, renovating the bathroom typically has a high return of 62 percent. A low-cost way to modernize the bathroom is to install new faucets. For example, the leading brand, Moen, tells us that their new Align collection pays attention to every detail with its sleek, contemporary pieces, creating a distinctly modern bathroom. This design gives you an attractive balance of style and function ideal for both the low profile bathroom, and for a grand master bath. Additional details at moen.ca.

Second Stop: The Living Room.

Modern design doesn’t have to mean uncomfortable. Homeowners love modern interiors for the sleek and streamlined look, which leads to less clutter and visual stress. Expand the modern theme throughout the home by updating furniture with unfussy and relaxed pieces. There’s no need to buy everything new. Fabric covers in an array of prints and colours can instantly bring new life to old furniture. For pieces that need to be replaced, consider purchasing solid and neutral furniture. As trends change, you can switch out pillows and blankets to stay up-to-date.

Keep neutrals in mind when selecting paint colours, as well. White, black, brown and gray will go with just about anything. For a pop of colour, paint an accent wall with a bold colour, or add extra personality with drapery or area rugs. Use lamps, paintings and accessories to give personal touch throughout the rest of your living space.

Final Stop: The Kitchen. Opening up shelving is a “The demand for minimalist, modern styling way to put a fresh, modern spin on your existing continues to increase,” adds Ji Kim. “From the bathroom to the kitchen, Moen has introduced kitchen layout. You can order new cabinets with a number of products to help homeowners glass panels or simply remove the doors from achieve a contemporary look. your existing ones. Just make sure the exposed areas are not cluttered. Open shelving is a perfect place to display dishes; for a crisp look, try stacks of white plates and bowls. If you’re looking for an edgy feel, try patterned or bright-coloured ones. Adding new hardware to cabinets is also an inexpensive way to We are your Cruise & Vacation Specialists improve the look of your kitchen.

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Food, face painting some of Kin Fest highlights

Cowichan Green Community is excited to host Kin Fest, a free, all-inclusive, all-fun event inviting youth and their families in the Cowichan Region to come out and enjoy Kin Park in Duncan on Saturday, May 10, 12-4 p.m.

The event will feature a range of entertaining and kid-friendly activities, including face painting, henna tattoos, cedar rose making workshops, gardening, live music, open mic, arts and crafts, sports, and a free barbecue (12-1 p.m.). As well, Scouts Canada will make a special appearance to host a water balloon throwing competition.

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Garden Club’s Spring Show and Sale to be positively edible JEAN ADDISON SPECIAL TO THE CITIZEN

Mike Bennie talks about traditional Métis black powder shooting with Grade 5 students from Discovery Elementary School. [LEXI BAINAS/CITIZEN]

Métis education hands-on LEXI BAINAS CITIZEN

Wearing their iconic traditional sashes and regalia, members of the Cowichan Valley Métis Association welcomed Grade 5 students from around the district this week to a special encampment at Glenora Trails Head Park.

The group is working in partnership with School District #79 in an effort to boost cultural awareness.

The children get to see what the Métis are all about by visiting a series of stations where they learn about the Red River cart, the Métis canoe, fashioning beadwork, playing music: Métis style, and hunting and trapping in the traditional way.

They can also enjoy games and even get the chance to enjoy bannock they’ve cooked themselves over an open fire.

Spring has arrived — a time to be creative in the garden.

The Cowichan Valley Garden Club is celebrating more than 60 years at the Annual Spring Show and Plant Sale on May 10, 10 a.m.2 p.m., at Duncan United Church.

This popular event is always a highlight of the spring gardening season in the Valley.

In response to a growing awareness of the value of home-grown food, garden edibles has been chosen as the theme this year to attract a larger and younger group. Those looking for inspiration and wanting to gain some expert advice on the planning and maintenance of an edible landscape, will want to hear a special presentation, A Taste for Design, by guest speaker Jeff de Jong, Gardening 101 host, CFAX 1070 radio, horticulturist and garden designer. De Jong will show how to include edibles in the landscape and to create an abundant source of food for your family.

The flower show, showcases the best in Valley gardening, the judged flower show is an important part of the event. The dazzling floral designs on display

Edible design created by Ellen McEwan. [JILLIAN KONDRAT PHOTO] are created by both novice and advanced designers, and added this year, a special section featuring edible designs; and equally impressive is the huge array of the best flowers grown by Valley gardeners.

The plant sale is a must for all green thumbs. Hugely popular, seasoned gardeners know to arrive early for the best selection.

A wide range of excellent quality plants will be available. Special varieties of edible plant starters, grown by club members will be offered for sale as well.

The raffle in support of Providence Farm Therapeutic Pro-

gram offers an exciting array of garden related products donated by the Valley business community. The proceeds from the raffle will buy new garden tools and equipment. Tickets will be sold at the event. The draw will take place at 2 p.m.

Visitors will enjoy wonderful baked goods, tea and coffee in the café from 10-11:30 a.m. and a delicious three-course lunch will be served from 11:30-2 p.m.

For the first time this year, visitors will be able to purchase tickets to the presentation by Jeff de Jong in advance at Leaf and Petal or Volume One in Duncan.

The price, $6, includes admission. You may choose to hear de Jong’s presentation at either 10:30 a.m., 11:45 a.m. or 1 p.m.

General admission tickets for $3 will only be available for sale at the event.

The garden club would like to thank Hudson’s on First and Averill Creek Winery who are sponsoring the presentation by de Jong and the Cowichan Valley Citizen and Gardens West our media sponsors.

The editor of Gardens West will attend the event with a special display and a selection of magazines.

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Island’s Granby was ‘the best company town in Canada “When jobs went a-begging 1,000 tons of the black fuel in elsewhere, there was always a every eight-hour shift; coke for waiting list at Granby.” the company’s hungry smelter ld photos confirm that at Anyox, on the Portland CanGranby lived up to its al. Of a population of 500 souls, billing as the finest min200 laboured underground. ing community in Canada.

Granby was a “coal miner’s This is important to remember: Mecca,” drawing employees Granby, as a shortly-afterwith its high wages and modCHRONICLES the-turn-of-the-last-century ern, comfortable accommodaT.W. Paterson company town, was unique. No tions for single and married thrown-together or cookie-cutmen. These factors overcame ter shacks were these! No dust-in-sumits “dangerous reputation [for] ‘blowouts’ mer, mud-in-winter dirt lanes here! and gas ‘bumps’... When jobs went a-begRather, Granby, on a gravelly bench ging elsewhere, there was always a waitbetween Haslam Creek and the Nanaimo ing list at Granby.” It was also wet. Gas River, offered state-of-the-art amenities. was so bad that miners would work until For that matter, No. 1 Mine, its reason for they felt ill, come up for air and to vomit, being, was the last word in coal mining then go back down. during its few years of operation — and Peak production years were 1921 that’s saying a lot, in view of this indusand 1922. In 1931 the Great Depression try’s “black” history on Vancouver Island. brought the end. Granby Co.’s closure Development of the site was begun by of its Anyox copper smelting operation the Granby Consolidated Mining, Smeltmeant death for both communities. The ing & Power Co. in 1917. No expense miners moved away in search of new appears to have been spared in building employment, their prized cottages being a model community. A Vancouver enginleft in the care of a watchman. In 1936, eering firm was commissioned to design the “best company town in Canada” went a picture-book townsite of pretty bungaon the auction block. lows, complete with electricity, proper Granby Co. had built its structures so sewage disposal and a pressure water solidly that the major buildings had to system (one that’s still working, almost a be dismantled for their materials and fitcentury later). tings. Only the five-, six- and seven-room Most imposing was the 76-room “Califor- bungalows could be salvaged intact and nia-style” two-storey rooming house for it’s believed that several survive in the single men: every suite had hot and cold greater Nanaimo area today. running water and steam heat.

Even the sewer and water pipes were Soon Granby townsite and mine workunearthed, to be used at Zeballos. During ings covered almost 100 acres and could the Second World War, the last of the minboast of a church (non-denominational ing machinery vanished in the smelter and used on demand), post office, school, pots. By 1951, only concrete and rubble department store (small), theatre (somarked the townsite, the tall, arched called) and paved and lit streets. Lawn walls of the gutted boarding house resemboulevards were neatly trimmed. Even bling a Roman ruin; a single wall of the the mine buildings were better than the 100-foot-long mess hall stood into the ’70s. usual unpainted frame construction; if But that was then. Today, modern not built to last of concrete, they were homes on treed acreages again line both grey-stuccoed. Neatness counted at sides of Granby Road, known locally as Granby.

Stupichville for the Stupich brothers, Roy “Why, they [management] were so and Dave, who bought the townsite for a fussy,” a former resident recalled, “if a poultry farm in 1946 and whose descendman spat on the floor he’d get warned. If ants live there today. he did it again, he’d get his walking tickAlmost a century after, Granby is again et. It was a nice place. They kept it right a nice place to live. up to mark.” www.twpaterson.com By 1928, Granby Colliery was producing

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Kelsey Club’s talent show has eyes fixed on helping others The Frances Kelsey Interact Club will be hosting the sixth annual benefit concert in the Frances Kelsey Theatre on Friday, May 9 from 6:30-9 p.m.

This year the students have chosen to support the Third World Eye Care Society (TWECS), which works to provide eye care

in selected developing countries.

More than 24 student performers will showcase their unique talents.

Tickets will be on sale at the school or can be purchased at the door at a cost of $7 for adults, $5 for students and $20 for a family of four or more.

A donation of a pair of gently-used prescription eyeglasses will get you in for half price.

The handsome California-style rooming house for single men — not to be confused with the rental accommodations that the infamous Dunsmuirs offered their employees! —TWP

NOTICE OF INTENT TO AMEND ZONING BYLAW

ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 3800 (APPLICABLE TO ELECTORAL AREA F – COWICHAN LAKE SOUTH/ SKUTZ FALLS) Notice is hereby given that the CVRD Board will consider reading a third time and adopting the above noted Amendment Bylaw at the regular Board meeting of May 14, 2014.

As per Section 890(4) of the Local Government Act, the Cowichan Valley Regional District Board of Directors has reviewed Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3800, and found it to be consistent with the policies of the West Cowichan Of¿cial Community Plan Bylaw No. 1945. Therefore, a Public Hearing has been waived and the Board has directed that this Public Notice occur in its place. Bylaw No. 3800 received ¿rst and second reading at the April 9, 2014, CVRD Regular Board meeting.

Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3800 would amend Electoral Area F Zoning Bylaw No. 2600 by rezoning that portion of Lot 3, Section 31, Renfrew Cowichan Lake District, Plan VIP22333 (PID 003-222-578) at 6695 Bear Lake Road (former Post Of¿ce site), from P-2 Institutional to R-3 Urban Residential. The area to be rezoned is shown on the map below:

A copy of the Amendment Bylaw and relevant support material may be inspected at the Regional District Planning & Development Department ofce:

175 Ingram Street, Duncan, BC From Friday, May 2, 2014, to Wednesday, May 14, 2014, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. A copy of the bylaw and supporting material may also be viewed on the CVRD website at the following address: http://www.cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1282.

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Mike Tippett, Acting General Manager, Planning & Development Department at 250-746-2620.

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Thunder shock with back-to-back victories KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

Without any structured practices prior to their season opener, Cowichan Valley Thunder head coach Neil Gailey wasn’t sure what to expect as his team prepared to open the junior B lacrosse season on the road against the Westshore Bears last Thursday.

“I thought going into Westshore, against the guys with matching helmets, matching gloves, matching shorts, they would have our number,” Gailey admitted. “They seemed like a much more organized association than us.”

Watching the Westshore players before the game started, however, he started to think his team might have a chance.

“I told the kids in the dressing room, ‘we can beat them,’” the coach recalled.

Gailey’s second assessment turned out to be more accurate, as the skill and effort of the Cowichan players prevailed and the Thunder beat the favoured Bears 12-10.

Graham Winship led the attack with four goals and one assist, and intermediate call-up Tyson Black added three goals and three helpers. Also chipping in were Kelvin

Cowichan’s Luke Anderson guards the ball against a Saanich opponent last Saturday. [KEVIN ROTHBAUER/CITIZEN] Philp with two goals and two assists, Luke Anderson with a goal and four assists, Colin Winship with a goal and two helpers, and Brandon Clark with one of each.

Gailey acknowledged that there is still room for improvement for both teams.

“It wasn’t a great game,” he said.

“There were lots of mistakes on both sides.”

The Thunder played their home opener at the Island Savings Centre two days later. Hosting the Saanich Tigers, who brought just 11 runners over the Malahat, Cowichan bounced back after a

slow start to win 12-6.

Goalie Nathan Clark was stellar in the first period to keep his team in the game.

“He allowed us to turn things around and start capitalizing on our chances,” Gailey said of the experienced netminder.

Gailey expected the Tigers to be

one of the stronger teams in the league this season, and they probably would have been better last Saturday if they had more bodies available.

“They were good; they just ran out of steam is what the difference was,” he said.

Black compiled 10 points against Saanich on three goals and seven assists, while Graham Winship had four goals and a pair of helpers. Joey Robb scored two goals and set up two others, and Colin Winship had two goals and one assist. Philp (one goal, three assists), Curt Gailey (one goal, two assists), Tyler Clint (one goal, one assist) and Luke Frost (one goal, one assist) also contributed on offence.

The Thunder will visit Saanich this Sunday, then play host to the Nanaimo Timbermen at the Island Savings Centre at 8 p.m. on Monday.

Gailey noted that he doesn’t know much about the team the TMen will field this season.

“A few of their traditional A players have stepped down to play for fun in the B league, so I don’t know what to expect,” he said.

“They’ll probably be a big, physical team.”

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Kelsey’s Rhys Fowler dives over the line to score late in the first half against Wellington. [KEVIN ROTHBAUER/CITIZEN]

Breakers land in provincial tourney KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

For the first time in eight years, Frances Kelsey Secondary is sending a team to the provincial boys rugby championships.

The Breakers earned their berth in the B.C. AA tournament with a convincing 52-10 win over the Wellington Wildcats at home last Thursday.

“It was a beautiful sunny afternoon with little wind, and this allowed for an open and positive game of running rugby,” Kelsey assistant coach Tom Fogarty said.

“The conditions definitely benefited our style of play, as we were able to get the ball into the hands of our key runners and carve

open the Wellington defence on a regular basis.”

Leading the way in scoring was inside centre Jed Leech, who amassed 22 points on two tries and six conversions. Robert McDermit was named Man of the Match, however, for his outstanding performance, including determined tackling and what Fogarty termed “general-like control of the game.” McDermit was responsible for the try of the game, a 60-metre run past four defenders that ended with him putting the ball down between the posts.

Also scoring for Kelsey were Karl Mattison, Mitch Empey, Rhys Fowler, Masaru Evans Kimoto and Connor McGarry.

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The U15 Gold boys Cowichan Grizzlies claimed first place in their division at the Island Invitational in Port Alberni last weekend. [SUBMITTED]

Cowichan cleans up at Island Invitational

Fogarty commended Wellington’s play, but it was Kelsey’s superior skill level, and particularly their set pieces, that allowed them to triumph.

With the victory, the Breakers, under the direction of Fogarty, head coach Craig Schmidt and Kelsey athletic director Adam Johnston, have qualified for the provincial AA tournament in Abbotsford on May 28-31, the first time the team has reached that level since 2006.

“This has been an extraordinary season to date, and Craig and Adam should be applauded for all the amazing work they have done in bringing this program back to the forefront,” Fogarty said.

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All three Cowichan Valley Soccer Association entries — including two teams that are headed to their respective provincial championships — came home with gold medals from the 50th annual Island Invitational Soccer Tournament in Port Alberni last Saturday.

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over the U15 Harbour City team from Nanaimo, the U14 girls Gold Cowichan Chaos won 3-1 over their Comox Valley opponents, and the U14 boys Gold Cowichan team capped off the day with a 3-1 win over Powell River.

Along with the U16 boys Gold Spartans, the U15 boys Grizzlies and U14 girls Chaos will compete in the provincials, marking the first time the CVSA has sent three teams to that level.

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Last-minute major ends hard battle for pee wee Bulldogs KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

Duncan’s Caleigh Coels and Darrian Gerard have secured college commitments thanks to their play with the Victoria Devils. [KEVIN ROTHBAUER/CITIZEN]

College commitments, nationals motivate Duncan’s fastball Devils KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

Bound for college next fall after they complete the current fastball season with the Victoria Devils, Duncan teammates Caleigh Coels and Darrian Gerard have different views of the big change ahead.

Outfielder Coels, who will head to Durham College in Oshawa, Ont., finds it “overwhelming” to think that she’ll be moving away in less than four months.

“It’s a long ways away,” she noted. “Toronto’s not exactly close.”

Gerard, a pitcher and utility player, is a little more enthusiastic about her big move to Muscatine Community College in Muscatine, Iowa.

“I think my mom and dad are more nervous than I am,” she said. “I’m excited. It’s a good opportunity.”

Coels will graduate from Queen Margaret’s School this spring, and is glad to be headed for a smaller college. While Durham is much larger than QMS, its 9,000 full-time students are fewer than many post-secondary schools.

There were other advantages, too. Coels was impressed with Durham’s facilities and coaches when she visited.

“I felt more comfortable there,” she said.

“In the end, it worked out better educationwise as well.”

Iowa might seem like an out-of-the-way destination for a Cowichan ballplayer, but for Gerard, the decision to go to Muscatine was a no-brainer.

“They’re giving me pretty much a fullride scholarship,” she said. “My tuition and housing are paid for.”

Gerard, who will graduate from Cowichan Secondary this year, plans to study “something in journalism,” while Coels is going into early childhood education, building on her work experience at QMS last year.

In their last year together, Coels, Gerard and the rest of the 96 Devils are making a bid at returning to the national championships after reaching that level two years ago. To do so, they’ll have to be among the top three teams at the U18A provincial tournament, which the Devils will host in Duncan in July.

It has already been a busy season for the Devils, who went 2-1 at their first tournament in White Rock earlier this month, then won two games in Seattle last weekend before rain ended the tournament.

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The pee wee Cowichan Bulldogs engaged in trench warfare with the Gordon Head Raiders for much of their football game at McAdam Park last Saturday, the teams hunkered down around the 55-yard line, with neither squad able to make much ground.

The Raiders tried a pass-heavy system, but the Bulldogs were able to shut them down for most of the game, getting key knock-downs from Phillip Schneider and Kilion VennRyan. The game remained scoreless until the last 43 seconds, when the Raiders connected on a touchdown pass to win 6-0.

“Our offence fought hard all game and never quit trying to overcome a good Gordon Head D-line and the weather,” Cowichan coach Brian Scott said.

The atom Bulldogs got off to an excellent start in their game earlier on Saturday against the Ladysmith Steelers, needing just 10 plays after kickoff to march the ball into the end zone. Running back Brock Lamont provided the big push needed to punch it through for the team’s first points of the year.

“In the first half, everything was clicking,” atom Bulldogs head coach Devon Lawrence said. “Big blocks were made by offensive lineman Trevor Eccelson and Parker Sparks giving the backs the time they needed to get outside. Defensively we showcased a new defensive formation which made a big difference in stopping Ladysmith.”

Linebackers Cyrus Upshaw and Luke Larminay made tackles all over the field to help the Bulldogs hold on.

Ladysmith managed to pull ahead in the second half, however.

“The Bulldogs tried everything they could, but could not gain traction,” Lawrence said.

The Cowichan team did manage a high-

Pee wee Bulldogs running back Nathaneal Mannion stays ahead of a Gordon Head player during last Saturday’s game at McAdam Park.

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light play in the second half when quarterback Aiden Lawrence connected with Zack Pearson for a first down on Pearson’s first catch of the year.

“The team is really starting to develop into confident football players and work together, which is exciting to see,” coach Lawrence said.

All three Bulldogs teams will face the Sooke Seahawks this Sunday at Westhills Stadium in Langford.

Mini rugby camps coming

ces Kelsey Secondary on Mondays from 6-7 p.m. over a six-week period ending June 16.

The cost is $85, which includes a Piggies T-shirt. Registration is available at cowichanrugby.ca Email cowichan.jr.rugby@hotmail.com for more information.

The Cowichan RFC Junior Rugby Society is offering co-ed non-contact mini rugby camps for kids ages 4-12 beginning on May 12.

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École Cobble Hill ‘s Roots & Shoots Club enjoys a day out working on their environmental project. [LEXI BAINAS/CITIZEN]

School a Green Games winner LEXI BAINAS CITIZEN

Melissa Nottingham and Emily Clements with their mother, who has fought ovarian cancer. In her honour, the sisters are starting a Walk of Hope this September. [SUBMITTED]

Start the ovarian cancer conversation MELISSA NOTTINGHAM AND EMILY CLEMENTS SPECIAL TO THE CITIZEN

M

ay 8 was World Ovarian Cancer Day, a day for organizations to educate communities about this disease that so often goes undiagnosed for some time.

My sister and I have chosen to speak out here in Cowichan because two and a half years ago our mother was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. She had been tired and feeling bloated, but those are common ailments for many people. Eventually her abdomen started filling with fluid and she knew something was really wrong. Because of its sneaky symptoms ovarian cancer is often detected late.

Our mom began a regime of chemotherapy that lasted almost

a year. During that time she lost weight, lost her hair and suffered all sorts of side effects. Watching her battle is tough, but our mom is an incredibly strong woman with seven grandchildren to help keep her motivated.

Ovarian cancer can occur like any other cancer, seemingly randomly, but it is also linked to BRCA1 and 2 gene mutations that also cause breast cancer.

Ovarian cancer has a lower survival rate than breast cancer because of the lack of awareness and therefore late stage diagnosis. That is why we should be talking about it. Those that have the gene mutation can undergo regular screening for breast cancer, but there is no screening for ovarian cancer.

Our lives have been changed by cancer, but we are not alone.

Almost every one of us has been affected; whether it is our own battle, or that of someone we know or love. Cancer comes in all shapes and sizes and effects all ages. We have all felt it.

Like we were, most people are unaware of symptoms and are caught off guard.

We wish we had known then what we know now. So, when you see us wearing a teal ribbon, ask about it. Tell your story if you want to.

Start the conversation. Then on Sept. 13, join us at the Cowichan Sportsplex for the Walk of Hope to raise awareness and money for ovarian cancer research for a cure and early detection methods. Register online at http:// ovariancancerwalkofhope.ca, or come by Adage Studio to join the Dancing for a Cure team.

urday, May 10, Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre staff teach the basics of birding and best spots at the estuary, 2-3 p.m., free, Duncan library. Info: 250-746-7661.

• The Summit: Documentary Night at the Library, Monday, May 12, 6-7:30 p.m. Film examines what happened on one disastrous climb of K2 in 2008.

Free admission, Duncan library. Info: 250-746-7661.

• Black & White Gala Save Shawnigan Water fundraiser, dinner, dance and auction Friday, May 16, 6:30 p.m., Arbutus Ridge banquet room. Music

by Maria Manna. Speakers Sean Hern and John Anderson of Farris LLP. Tickets $75 each, available online www.thesra.ca and Dewar McCarthy & Co. Proceeds to SRA legal action fund.

• Basic sketching and drafting: Hands on at the Library, Friday, May

16, 4-5 p.m. Free admission. Cowichan Tribes artist lessLIE gives an hour session. Limited seats, register: 250-7467661 or stop by Duncan library.

• Saving St. Peter’s Fundraising Gala, dinner, dance and silent auction, May 31, 5:30 p.m.-midnight, Duncan Meadows Golf and Country club. Music by The Paul Wainwright Band. Tickets $100 with tax receipt, call 250-746-6262 (Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.), email stpeterschurch@shaw.ca. Proceeds to restoration and preservation of the church.

The École Cobble Hill Roots & Shoots Club, 30 dedicated students in Grades 3 through 7, has again scored a win at the BC Green Games.

Of course, the school now has a new home, having relocated from Mill Bay, but that has only meant a chance for a new project.

With the support of the Cobble Hill Parks Commission, the club is expanding an existing trail in the Cowichan Valley Regional District’s Fairfield Park in Cobble Hill.

The students this year are creating an interpretive loop trail through the forest, designing interpretive signs that showcase the geography, native species, First People’s use, forestry history, invasive species and future of the park, “creating a natural outdoor learning space that will be an extension of the classroom,” according to Tonja Joyce of the Parent Advisory Council.

“The trail will also be available for the community to learn about and enjoy our natural habitat,” she said. École Cobble Hill’s predecessor, École Mill Bay, won the BC Green Games twice in the past, in both 2011 and 2012.

The École Cobble Hill Roots & Shoots group meets once a week at lunch to learn about and take action on environmental and

humanitarian issues. École Cobble Hill will hold its annual Ecostravaganza, a fun event celebrating World Environment Day, on Saturday, June 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the school.

“We are so proud of our Roots & Shoots students,” said school principal Lise Pagé. “They have worked so hard to become environmental leaders at École Cobble Hill and in the South Cowichan Valley.”

“I have been a part of the Roots & Shoots program for five years now and every week I am impressed by how aware and interested children are about environmental issues that affect them,” said Michelle Redfern, a parent volunteer with the club. “I congratulate all of the students who worked so hard on this project, learning about importance of preserving our coastal forests, and being able to share nature with the wider community.”

Praise has come from beyond the school, too.

Regional Director Gerry Giles said, “We are excited to partner with the Roots & Shoots program at École Cobble Hill School and to work with them to improve the park experience in the Fairfield Park natural space. The students are exceptional to work with and we are impressed with the knowledge and enthusiasm they are bringing to this project.”

VALLEY Calendar Miscellaneous • Cowichan Intercultural Society free 10-week workshop series (join any time) Citizenship 101, to prepare permanent residents for their Canadian Citizenship test, March 28-June 13. Includes mock citizenship exam and ceremony. Classes at CIS office in Duncan, Fridays, 7-8:30 p.m.

• Cowichan Valley Garden Club annual flower show and plant sale, Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Duncan United Church hall, admission $3. Special presentation: Jeff de Jong 10:30 a.m, 11:45 a.m. and 1 p.m., admission $6 (includes general admission). Advance tickets: Leaf and Petal, Duncan, Volume One Books, Duncan.

Raffle for Providence Farm Therapeutic Garden. Info: www.cowichanvalleygardenclub.com • Birding in Cowichan Bay, Sat-

Seniors • Chemainus Seniors Drop-in Centre Pancake Breakfast May 17, 9-10:30 a.m., cost $5.

• Chemainus Seniors Drop-in Centre soup and sandwich, May 21, 11:30 a.m.1 p.m., cost $5. Entertainment by the

Centre Belles.

• Chemainus Seniors Drop-in Centre dance to Dan Hughes and His Seniors May 24, 7 p.m., cost $9 (included lunch).

Meetings • Chemainus Garden Club plant sale Mother’s Day, May 11, Dayliner 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Craft table, books, seeds, divisions, seedlings, cuttings and door prizes. Proceeds to local charities.

• St. John Ambulance – Cowichan Valley branch annual general meeting, Tuesday, May 13, 7 p.m., Thrifty Foods – community room, Duncan.

Reception and refreshments follow.

RSVP to Judy Wood: Judy.Wood@ bc.sja.ca • Cowichan Valley Chapter, Council of Canadians annual general meeting, Tuesday, May 13, 7 p.m., Volun-

teer Cowichan Office, basement of Duncan City hall. Discussion: water issues, trade agreements etc. Info: Donna Cameron 250-748-2444.

• Chemainus Garden Club meeting Tuesday, May 13, 1 p.m., Calvary Baptist Church, 3319 River Rd., Chemainus. $2 drop-in fee. $15 yearly membership. Info 250-245-2464.

• Cowichan Historical Society meeting features presentation by Carolyn Prellwitz of Cowichan Valley Schools Heritage Society “Cowichan Valley: A History of 15 Schools”, St. Peter’s Church Hall, 5800 Church Rd., Duncan, May 15, 7:30 p.m.

• The Diggers Club of Cowichan meets the second Wednesday of the month, Chemainus United Church, 7 p.m. Come meet other collectors and see and hear about collections. Refreshments served. Info: 250-748-5707.

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