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TWO TRUCKS COLLIDE AT MT. SICKER Two Cowichan Valley men were taken by ambulance to Cowichan District Hospital Monday evening after their pickup trucks crashed at the intersection of the Trans Canada Highway at Mt. Sicker Road.

According to RCMP, a southbound black GMC driven by a 30-year-old Duncan man attempted to turn left onto Mt. Sicker Road when it was struck in the back end by the red northbound Ford truck, which had been travelling in the curb lane.

Both the GMC driver and the 73-year-old passenger in the other vehicle were transported to hospital with undetermined injuries, said North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP Cpl. Krista Hobday.

The 71-year-old driver of the red Ford and her dog were not injured.

First responders from the Crofton Fire Hall and Chemainus Hall were called out. Hobday said the Duncan man was issued a violation ticket for failing to yield to the right of way.

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Maple Bay commercial venture proposed SARAH SIMPSON CITIZEN

A commercial area on Kingsview Road and Donnay Drive will not only offer Maple Bay residents convenient access to goods and services but could also reduce traffic along Maple Bay Road.

Those are the benefits that got North Cowichan councillors

excited Wednesday during a public meeting about the proposed development.

“The whole idea of that commercial area is that Maple Bay people would not have to go all the way into Duncan for everything they need, say from a food store or other services that are provided at the development,” explained Mayor Jon Lefebure

at the meeting. “We have traffic issues growing on Maple Bay Road, if we can reduce the car trips on Maple Bay Road that would be a large plus for our transportation systems.”

The subject property covers 1.42 hectares (2.5 acres) with the main entrance at the southeast corner of the intersection of Kingsview Road and Donnay Drive in The

Properties neighbourhood. It’s just across the street from the Maple Bay Elementary School property, adjacent to the playing fields.

The property is zoned neighbourhood commercial according to North Cowichan’s planner.

“The organizing theme of the development is to create a commercial ‘village’ atmosphere. As

a village the development consists of eight separate unique buildings placed around the perimeter of the site. The buildings have public facades racing the streets and internally into the parking area,” according to Michael Levin, a director at Praxis architects.

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Retrial begins in Mountie shooting case A subpoenaed witness was dismissed until a later date and everyone but Const.

David Pompeo and his lawyers were asked to leave the courtroom Monday morning, the first day of the former North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP officer’s retrial in the 2009 shooting of unarmed William Arthur Gillespie in Chemainus.

The unexpected voir dire, a mini-hearing of sorts, was to deal with applications put forward by both the Crown and the defence that both agree could alter the course of the new trial.

The remainder of the day was spent tackling procedural work.

The judge’s decision on the voir dire submission wasn’t available until after press time Tuesday.

Pompeo was found guilty of aggravated assault in February 2013. He was sentenced in December of that year to two years probation and 240 hours of community service.

The Crown had been seeking two years in jail.

A civil suit has also been settled since the conclusion of the first trial.

In August 2014, Pompeo won an appeal for a new trial.

Justice Harvey M. Groberman, Chief Justice Robert James Bauman and Justice Nicole J. Garson, concluded that Judge Josiah Wood erred in excluding the evidence of an expert witness who said the use of lethal force was in accordance with police protocols and training and so the shooting was necessary.

The appeal court also found that Judge Wood “went beyond his proper role when he made requests that evidence be tendered and when he engaged in lengthy questioning of witnesses.”

Representing the Crown during the new trial is Oleh S. Kuzma QC, while defender Ravi Hira continues to represent Pompeo.

Justice Lisa Mrozinski is presiding.

The new trial is expected to wrap up in mid December.

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Woman escapes kidnap attempt SARAH SIMPSON CITIZEN

A Duncan woman was left shaken but physically unharmed after an attempted abduction near the intersection of Trunk and Marchmont Roads.

North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP alerted the public to the incident on the afternoon of Nov. 20, despite the attempted abduction occurring back on Sept. 12, between 7 and 9 p.m.

The late public notice comes, in part, because the 57-year-old woman didn’t report it to the police right away.

“It is always advisable to report incidents like this one to police as soon as possible, to assist in the identification and location of possible suspects and evidence,” detachment spokesperson Cpl. Krista Hobday said.

The victim has since sought out the assistance of the Cowichan Valley Victim Services unit to work through the ordeal.

Police believe the she was riding her bicycle when a square, dark-coloured van, either blue or black, with B.C. plates pulled up alongside her.

The door opened and the vehicle’s male passenger tried to pull her inside.

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“Once she felt that she could talk to police, she did report that the van was being driven by a Caucasian man,” according to Hobday.

Other details about the driver are sparse but the woman said the passenger that tried to pull her into the van was also Caucasian.

He is described as having a plain black baseball hat, jeans and a plain dark sweater or hoodie.

His hair was very short and not visible under the hat.

Neither man spoke to her.

Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying the suspects.

Those with information as it relates to this or any other crime are encouraged to call the North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP at 250-748-5522 or Crime Stoppers, anonymously, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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A Cowichan Valley mother is renewing her call to increase safety on the Malahat after yet another fatal accident on the heavily used highway last week.

Chelsey Dollman runs the Facebook page “Malahat DriveThe accidents have to stop” but her efforts don’t stop at web page administration.

Dollman was front and centre, pushing the provincial government prior to its decision to introduce a two-phased barrier project on half of the Malahat.

She’s remained vocal ever since.

While the province says that work is now complete, Dollman argues the latest death of 33-year-old Saanich man David Paulin last week highlights the need for continued improvements.

“That accident could have been not an accident, or a very minor one if there were bar-

riers there,” she said. “I think we need to continue on with what we’ve been doing otherwise we’re leaving the job half done. It’s really sad to me that unfortunately it takes a tragedy again for them to hopefully open up their eyes. I wish it didn’t take that. I wish they would be proactive instead of reactive.”

Dollman has reached out to MP Alistair MacGregor in the hopes he might be able to help.

“My hope is that if I can get Mr. MacGregor on board with me then we can, together, keep pushing and work on getting those barriers,” she said.

“I need somebody on my side that’s as passionate about this as I am because it’s a big issue and it’s just tragic to me that this road continues to kill people whether they’re bad drivers or not. The innocent people are usually the ones who end up on the bad side.”

Some people on her Facebook page blame the drivers, not the

road, she admitted.

Dollman doesn’t deny driving behaviour plays a role in many of the crashes.

“I’m not denying that there are bad drivers out there, but unfortunately if we just keep saying it’s the drivers and don’t do anything about the road, we’re really missing the mark,” she said. “I would like to stop bad drivers too but I’d also like a million dollars, too, but it’s not going to happen so let’s work with what we have.”

Last week Transportation Minister Todd Stone told the Times Colonist more barriers are on the way. “My hope would be that we would be able to move forward with the installation of more barriers certainly within the next year. The vast majority of what’s left on the Malahat we think is a good candidate for median barrier, and we’re going to put median barrier down as fast as we can.”

Dollman hopes he keeps his word.

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At the end of the day, the food bank’s Colleen Fuller was given a cheque for $5,118, which included $750 from the Kiwanis, and 682 pounds of food donated by generous Valley residents.

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Keith Lawrence, the CVRD’s senior environmental analyst, said the regional district is working on an airshed protection strategy which may work toward driving change.

“We are currently wrapping up the phase of gathering all of the comments from the various agencies that have interests in air quality in the region and presenting that back to the CVRD board,” he said.

Implementation is set to begin in 2016.

“Recognizing that the impacts of air quality are widespread throughout the region, but also that our emissions sources are geographically dispersed, it’s going to take a correspondingly broad collection of agencies to be able to address the air quality concerns that we have,” he said.

Developing a consistent regulatory approach valley-wide is a goal.

“Recognizing that we have a patchwork of different regulations throughout the region — we have some high density areas that have a complete ban on backyard burning and we have some areas that have a partial ban and we have some areas that don’t have any ban,” Lawrence said. “So what can we do to have a more consistent approach is a key area of exploration going forward.”

North Cowichan Mayor Jon Lefebure said further work on the municipality’s own outdoor burning bylaws is slated for 2016.

Lefebure said he doesn’t know if the municipality’s two backyard burning windows, one in the fall and the other in the spring, will ultimately be scrapped to match up with what neighbouring jurisdictions are doing.

“I could only give you my personal opinion, which is: I hope so,” he said. “I would like to see us have similar rules in place to the City of Duncan and Town of Ladysmith but of course that is a council decision and we will have to look at all the information and see what council decides.”

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A medical health officer, a private citizen and a senior environmental analyst walked into North Cowichan council chambers Wednesday afternoon, all with the same message: air quality matters and everyone needs to do their part to ensure the health and safety of all.

“It is one of those things people assume... air is good or it’s bad... but we have no control over it,” Dr. Paul Hasselback, medical health officer at Island Health told council. “We do have an ability to modify that. We do have an ability to keep people healthier.”

He said poor air quality is one of the major contributors to poor health in Canada and it’s probably the most under-rated one when it comes to discussions about what can and should be done about it.

“The reality is any exposure to poor quality air contributes to poor health and the more we look at it, the more we learn that,” he said.

Concerned citizen Jenny Lawson is a member of the Cowichan Fresh Air Team.

She echoed Hasselback’s comments surrounding the health impacts the region’s poor air quality have on the community, particularly when it comes to kids.

Smoke from woodstoves is a large contributor to Cowichan’s problem.

“We consistently have air quality advisories every winter and our hospital admissions are a reflection of that,” Lawson said.

“We have one of the highest childrens’ respiratory hospital admissions in B.C.” She said a sewage system incursion onto a neighbour would be addressed very quickly, however with woodsmoke it’s just considered “something we can deal with.”

“We have wood smoke in nearly all of our public spaces in Cowichan for most of the year, in fact, if you know where to find fresh air in winter, please let us know, the Cowichan Fresh Air Team is still looking,” Lawson said. “The volume of smoke surrounding many Cowichan homes is unbelievable. It might be the clearest day of the year but burn a sufficient quantity of wood and the air in the vicinity of your home will resemble a bad day in Beijing.”

Lawson is calling for legislative change.

“We need to ban all outdoor burning now...the initiative needs to start now.

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Commercial centre for Maple Bay positive

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he idea of developing a small shopping centre in Maple Bay is long past due.

We’re only surprised it has taken this long.

We are convinced this can be a really positive development for the area.

Maple Bay has been a sought-after area for house hunters for years.

The one thing it has been lacking is even the small convenience of a convenience store.

There has been nowhere in the neighbourhood to go get a carton of milk or that tin of soup you need for the recipe you’re

making for supper.

The closest shopping has been in Duncan, which is a significant drive for Maple Bay residents to make for, as North Cowichan Councillor Al Siebring stated, a can of Coke.

With the limited space available close to the waterfront, the development of any such amenities were never going to take place there. There is not enough land for the shops themselves and even if there were there is not enough parking.

Putting the new development within walking/biking distance of the residents of the Proper-

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ties development is an excellent idea. It makes the whole thing convenient for a large swath of the Maple Bay population.

We are encouraged to hear that a lot of effort is going into the planning and architecture, so that the development is more than a series of boxes.

The developers seem to be going the extra mile to give the commercial project character.

We think this is one endeavour that the public should back full-force.

In general it is a mistake to build ever-sprawling suburbs out from a central community’s

commercial core without providing at least basic amenities — things like a small grocery or coffee shop or pharmacy.

If these things are not taken into account within development plans what ends up happening is that you have a bunch of extremely car-dependent residential areas. This creates clogged roads and unnecessary vehicle emissions.

A small commercial core can also encourage a more cohesive neighbourhood feel, because residents see and talk to one another there. This development’s time has come.

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Barriers will help reduce fatalities on Malahat So, sadly, another life lost on the Malahat.

I drove the Malahat for 10 years on a daily commute to work in Victoria, and now also drive frequently as a retired person.

I have been within a half hour of many cross-over accidents due to drinking, medical emergencies, drowsiness, loss of traction, and texting.

It could have been me in those accidents.

I clean my windows and lights to help in the rain and fog. I keep a good distance between myself and the next car, and my tires are top notch.

None of that can help if a car crosses over.

Barriers have saved my life twice — on the way out of Goldstream going north, a tire came bouncing down the road on the other side having come off a car I passed later on.

It would have hit me but bounced off the barrier and into the ditch on the other side instead.

Another time, the car in front of me blew out a tire, zig-zagged and finally hit the barrier and not an oncoming car thus avoiding a multiple car collision which could have included me.

Once, I was just lucky when there was no barrier. Going south on the highway to Victoria, a stag plunged off a hill onto the highway right in front of the car ahead of me, who unavoidably hit the deer, spin-

ning it to the other side, and the opposing cars able to stop.

I am just an average person and all of this has happened to me.

The Malahat used to be a quieter road, but now so many more hundreds use it as a daily commute to Victoria and vice-versa for jobs, shopping and medical appointments.

I am happy to hear the government has pledged to put in the remaining barriers along the route. It will greatly reduce these devastating accidents.

Marilyn Bowman Shawnigan Lake For more of everything, go to the Cowichan Valley Citizen’s website at www.cowichanvalleycitizen.com

Re: disrespectful fireworks I fully agree with those people whose animals were spooked on Halloween. I have no farm animals or pets now but remember how even thunder terrified my dogs.

I hail from Manitoba originally where firework purchases are illegal. There were some firecrackers occasionally but no cannon explosions like I heard on Halloween. We were subjected to three separate firework explosions the last being after midnight. These were the large cannon explosions which sound somewhat like a bomb going off. I would wager that none of these had permits either. One of these firework displays was accompanied by a noisy party with loud bass and voices.

I have no problem with neighbours entertaining friends etc. but when I can hear their noise in my house with all the doors and windows closed then it interferes with my right to quiet and peaceful possession of my property. To me it’s a lack of respect for your neighbours whether it be parties, fireworks or barking dogs. I think we all need to respect our neighbours and to contemplate what effect our activities have on them.

Jim Jorgensen Shawnigan Lake

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Duncan overspending on website upgrade I think there was an error in your article about the City of Duncan updating their website. You must have placed an extra zero in the amount they are planning to spend. Forty-five thousand dollars? That’s outrageous!

I have been on the website a number of times and find it fairly easy to navigate.

It’s often easier to find items on it than on the North Cowichan or CVRD websites, in my opinion.

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As I am about to retire from the Canadian Forces I have begun my search for my next “dream” job. Thanks to the people at the CVRD I think I may have found it: CVRD bylaw enforcement officer. Now that I am older, slower, and less physically able to actually perform any sort of enforcement action, this seems like the perfect fit.

This is not to say that the current complement of officers is not capable of performing enforcement action. It would simply seem that, due to the meddling and interference of the CVRD board and the local area directors, CVRD bylaw enforcement officers don’t have too much to enforce.

One recent example of this was the lack of action taken toward the owners of a North Cowichan duplex that was being utilized as a fourplex. In the end, [North Cowichan council] simply rezoned the property without taking any retroactive action including garbage fees and tax collection. Another example of this is how the board recently directed a bylaw enforcement officer to “cease enforcement action” toward property owners in Cobble Hill that are housing chickens against current zoning bylaws.

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This is to address the controversy regarding the rates on our world-class ferry system. LOL My wife Carmel and I (Ron) made a vacation run across Canada up over the Trans Labrador Highway and out to the Strait of Belle Isle totalling over 17,000 kilometres. The most enjoyable and pleasant financial experience of the entire trip was the ferry ride from Blanc-Sablon across the Strait of Belle Isle to St. Barbe on Newfoundland. Now take note — this run is, within minutes, the same time and distance as the B.C. Ferries run from Swartz Bay to Tsawwassen. Our RV unit is 45 feet long, overheight, plus two adults. No this is not an error or

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a misprint: the total cost for our crossing was $48.13. B.C. Ferries, for much the same run, is $225. I have a real problem with getting my head around this.

I was that sure the clerk had made a mistake that I repeated all our specs. I am still trying to figure out how there could be such a discrepancy for the, to all intents and purposes, same service. This is not a government owned or operated ferry.

Millions of dollars being siphoned off at the expense of the people by fat cats that have minimal right to it, B.C. taxes on everything but the air we breathe, but I’m sure our elected leeches will get to it eventually.

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Does inequality irritate you?

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Are you stuck in a mode of being “polite” just to keep the peace?

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to be an asset to North Cowichan and an asset to the neighbourhood,” Walker said.

Coun. Joyce Behnsen enjoyed that the development would help create a sense of community and convenience, “but it also... lowers the need for traffic in and out into town. That whole area hasn’t ever had the convenience for shopping and different services.”

Coun. Al Siebring said as someone who lived in Maple Bay for the better part of 10 years, he personally understands the annoyance of having to drive into town “every time you want a can of Coke.”

“This is huge on so many levels,” Siebring said. “In terms of community access, in terms of reducing emissions and vehicle traffic and the rest of it. I’m so, so pleased to see this happen.”

Lefebure added his compliments on the attention to detail in the plans presented to North Cowichan council.

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“Certain aspects of the building architecture relate to the surrounding context and some are adapted from local heritage structures. We have drawn a number of architectural elements on the Old Stone Butter Church in Duncan and the Duncan Railway Station.”

After looking over the latest round of plans, council was pleased with the way things are proceeding.

“I suspect that people will adopt it very quickly and will be delighted not to have to drive as much,” Lefebure said of the pedestrian and cyclist-friendly proposal.

He noted the developers are keen to move forward. “It’s a very interesting project and we’ll see what people think of it.”

Two neighbours spoke up during Wednesday’s meeting. Both expressed some logistical concerns but in general were thrilled with the plan and hoped it would be everything promised.

“We think we can make a great contribution to the neighbourhood,” Levin told council and the neighbours.

Councillor Tom Walker said the project has been a long time coming for Maple Bay. “It appears to be very well planned, very well designed.

It’s not just a couple boxes on this piece of property. It’s far more than a corner convenience store. It’s a well designed commercial area that’s going

“It’s not just a couple boxes on this piece of property.”

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Cowichan Valley documentarian Nick Versteeg certainly wasn’t expecting a massive earthquake to strike when he was visiting Nepal in April of this year. In fact, he was unsure what to do about his experience afterward.

It isn’t in Versteeg’s nature to make films about his own experiences, but that’s what he has done this time, with Five Weeks in Nepal, which will get its premiere this Thursday at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre.

“I’ve never done anything like this,” he said. “[Writer and frequent Versteeg collaborator Geoff Johnson] said ‘I should do an interview with you because it’s really your story.’”

The film, which includes Versteeg’s trip to Everest Base Camp as well as the earthquake, is a “very personal story.” He had initially planned to make a documentary about the trek from Lukla to base camp, but “it changed a little after the earthquake.”

Thursday’s showing is a joint effort between DV Media and the Rotary Club of Duncan.

Versteeg’s original plan for his trip to Nepal was to document the work of the Nepal Educa-

tion Fund, run by Duncan’s Susan Marshall and funded in part by the Rotary Club, and Seattle dentist Dr. Jeff Phillips, who performs free dental work for impoverished Nepalis. Short films about both projects will be shown on Thursday prior to the main feature.

“Both of them are projects we have supported and raised funds for through the dinner we hold in February. Nick volunteered to create a documentary about both programs and experienced the earthquake,” Corrine Thompson, president of Duncan Noontime Rotary.

Before the earthquake, Versteeg had visited the Nepal Education Fund in Kathmandu and Pokhara and Phillips’s clinic in Khumjung, which could only be accessed by a three-day trek after a flight to the “world’s most dangerous airport” at Lukla.

Rotarians are hoping that Phillips’s story will inspire local dentists to follow the same path.

“We’ve sent invitations to all the dentists in the Duncan area,” Versteeg said. “Maybe it will entice dentists here to be part

of the program.”

Versteeg did play some clips from his Nepal adventure earlier this year along with a showing of two other recent documentaries he has made, but the final project, he insists, is very different.

“Some people say they have seen this already, but they haven’t,” he said.

Proceeds from Thursday’s event will go to Rotary and the work the club does in the community. The Duncan club, which started in June 1930, contributes to a lot of local projects, including the Clements Centre, Providence Farm, the Healthiest Babies program, and the Cowichan Sportsplex. Most recently, they have been chipping in to help with the new artificial turf at the Sherman Road soccer complex. They are also involved in literacy programs like Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, which provides children with an age-appropriate book every year for the first five years of their lives.

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There’s plenty to see in Duncan. [CITIZEN FILE] rides, roasted chestnuts, performances by community groups and fireworks. Stay tuned for more details.

Later, closer to Christmas, the DBIA is organizing a new event entitled Light Up the Night.

On Monday, Dec. 21 from 6 to 8 p.m., the group wants to celebrate the winter solstice and the return of longer days by lighting up the night in City Square.

Treats on offer include free glowsticks and the Vesta Entertainment Fireshow that had been scheduled for the summer celebration but was sidetracked by the fire hazard.

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There are, of course, a few regulations about these lights and they are only available on a first come, first served basis. So, contact the DBIA if you are interested.

It will all be worth it, though, adding to the excitement of the annual Duncan Christmas Kick Off Friday, Nov. 27 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

This traditional favourite aims to get everyone in the Christmas spirit and hopefully do some shopping downtown.

Only City Square will be closed; all other streets will be open. Santa Claus will be in his station by City Hall, carols will be playing and a gift wrapping station (by donation to a local non-profit group) will be set up in the Merchants Building.

Organizers are also working on one or two concessions in the Square, perhaps offering hot drinks and baking.

Of course, business owners really ramp up the sparkling streetscape with delightful and inventive window decorations.

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The parking lot was full and so was the Eagles Hall in Duncan as the annual Fair Trade Fiesta made its way to the Cowichan Valley Nov. 14. This event, which offers buyers goods from a wide selection of organizations producing fairly priced or sustainably produced items, is a favourite with many local shoppers.

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tarting on Nov. 27, and throughout the holiday season, Merridale will welcome the public to the cider apple farm in Cobble Hill for their annual Orchard Light Up. This free, family-friendly event invites guests to “explore the magic of Merridale this season” by walking through the lights and candy canes.

Visitors can visit the cider house upon arrival to pick up a map and cookies for children. Adults can try Merridale’s special release mulled cider, Yule Fuel, as well as the latest spirits released from Merridale’s distillery, Cowichan Vodka and Copper Gin. The Orchard Light Up is open to the public most Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 5-8 p.m.

Families are also invited to a special book reading for children on Dec. 13 at 4 p.m.

Author Roger Brunt will read his latest children’s book, Salt Spring Island’s Erskine the Elf Goes Home. Brunt is well-known as the Fairy Door Man of Salt Spring Island and his books for children feature the adventures of the elves and faeries that live in coastal orchards and forests.

The reading is free to the public.

The bistro will serve dinners most Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays beginning at 5 p.m.; brunch on Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; lunch seven days a week; and special menus on Christmas Eve, Boxing Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Visitors may find holiday sales in the farmhouse store and complimentary gift wrapping while dining in the bistro.

For more details on all holiday events happening at Merridale Nov. 27 through Jan. 3, visit www.MerridaleCider.com or contact Melanie Wickes at 1-800-998-9908 or marketing@merridalecider.com.

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New Victoria development threatens forgotten ‘cemetery’ of old jail site tightly in his hand, But S.J. Willis School his last thought did have a perverse having been to his charm for me as it was body being properly built on the site, 1874identified.

1914, of the provincial This one was burjail. ied in a recent brief ’ve mentioned how article on a proposed I often find ideas development in for these columns CHRONICLES Victoria. in today’s news. Sort It’s to take the place of “what’s old is T.W. Paterson of a grassy plain new(s) again”. between Wark Street and HillThe recent reports of a seaside avenues, near Bay Street. man’s miraculous survival by I’m mildly surprised that it’s clinging to two jerry cans after taken this long for “progress” he was swept overboard is a to catch up with one of the few perfect example. On page two of remaining undeveloped plots in the Times-Colonist was a photo this busy area. of the M.V. Oliver Clark II, the When I attended S.J. Willis Jr. vessel in question.

High School, back in the Dark It was her classical lines that Ages, this was the lower sports drew me to the caption identifying her. Without hitting my files field, used primarily for grass hockey as I recall.

I knew she had to be a former Now S.J. Willis has always held B.C. Forestry vessel with that a special place in my memory. name — a name I’ve told about in previous Chronicles.

Briefly, Oliver Gosnald Clark is one of our few heroes who has been formally recognized.

A Forest Ranger, he gave his life in 1925 during a forest fire at Port Neville. After evacuating his crew to safety he braved the flames to check for stragglers.

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God, how I hated my three years there. It was run on the Pavlovian Principle. There was a bell (buzzer) for everything. A bell would signal that the doors were open; no matter how vile the weather we weren’t allowed access to the building until that damned bell rang.

A second bell signalled we were to go to our lockers. Two minutes or so later, a third bell ordered us to take our seats in the classroom. Yet a fourth bell signalled we were to begin classes.

And on and on throughout the day. It was regimentation at its best, something I’ve fought ever since.

But S.J. did have a perverse charm for me. It was built on an oak-studded ridge that was the site, 1885-1912, of the provincial jail until it was moved to Wilkinson Road. It was a joke of reluctant students like me that nothing had really changed.

But it was that very history of having been a prison that intrigued me.

They used to hang people here!

Perhaps on the very spot on which I was standing! Perhaps from that tall oak tree!

New Life Church members wish to express their appreciation to the community, local churches and businesses for the great job they did lling over 2000 shoeboxes for Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child Shoebox campaign this year!

Lead Pastor Ken Nettleton said “it’s amazing that a small shoebox, prepared with love and attention, has such a big impact on a child, and we are so grateful to everyone in the Cowichan Valley who participated. Every box will bring joy to a child in an impoverished country, and I thank you all for your generosity!”

Samaritan’s Purse Logistics Coordinator for the Valley and New Life Church’s Pastoral Assistant, Marita Rosenlind said “the stories of people who made their way to New Life with boxes has been so heartwarming. We can’t wait to do it again next year!”

There are many stories of generosity, like the woman who brought 2 boxes saying one of them was packed by her 101 year old mother. Another woman came with 55 boxes she’d lled herself and when we expressed amazement she simply said she lls boxes all year long! What amazing people we have living in our Valley.

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‘Heartbreak Hill’ final home to murderers It was from Clark that I learned that the Hillside Jail was known, by inmates and the general public, as “Heartbreak Hill” — for reasons easily imagined. It was Clark who confirmed that there were indeed hangings there — five of them, in fact. I can recite the names by heart even now: Sproule, Featherstone, Lynn, Stroebel and Frith.

Now, I knew nothing more about the so-called Hillside Jail aka the Topaz Jail than that. But it was enough to spur me to scour the grounds in search of ruins or—? The only physical evidence that remained of the prison days was a grim looking concrete bunker at the entranceway to the school. It was so well built, for what original purpose I never did know, that Canada Customs used it for a bonded warehouse.

Across Topaz Avenue, in the trees through which I walked or biked to school, there were some nondescript concrete slabs. Whether they owed their provenance to the jail I don’t know although my imagination certainly made a connection. How many lunch hours I spent, wandering the school grounds and trying to picture what they were like when this was a real penitentiary.

But it took me years before I was able to dig into this dark chapter in provincial history. In the meantime, I’d been informed by several articles in The Islander, the weekend magazine of the Colonist. For years the late Cecil Clark, retired deputy commissioner of the B.C. Provincial Police, wrote a series of true crime stories. It was from Clark that I learned that the Hillside Jail was known, by inmates and the general public, as “Heartbreak Hill” — for reasons easily imagined. It was Clark who confirmed that there were indeed hangings there — five of them, in fact.

I can recite the names by heart even now: Sproule, Featherstone, Lynn, Stroebel and Frith. From a proper gallows, mind you, not from an oak tree. I’ve told

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But back to those former playing fields between Topaz and Hillside. These few acres, I’ve since learned, were part of the jail’s farmyards, probably used as truck gardens, as all such institutions raised their own produce and livestock.

Which fact made them a perfect place for a cemetery. A cemetery for Stroebel, Sproule, Featherstone, Lynn and Frith! If I am correct and they are indeed buried there in unmarked and unconsecrated ground, they’re about to be disturbed by the bulldozers of development.

Such is progress. At least their stories, grim though they be, will live on.

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From soup to nuts, get it in Crofton A whole lotta vendors will be on hand for a special event entitled Crofton Vendor Open House Sunday, Nov. 29 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Crofton Community Centre.

They’ll be offering every kind of product and service from the proverbial soup to the proverbial nuts.

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eep your eyes open for Cowichan Valley firefighters with boots in hand when they hit the street Nov. 27 and 28 for the 30th Annual Boot Drive.

The drive aims to raise awareness and funds for Muscular Dystrophy Canada.

Taking part are firefighters from Duncan, North Cowichan, Maple Bay, Sahtlam, Mill Bay, Malahat and Cowichan Bay departments.

“It is through the support of the Cowichan Valley citizens that this event continues to be a huge success, raising over $390,000 in the last 29 years,” said Cam Ferguson, chair of the

BC Firefighters Advisory Committee to Muscular Dystrophy Canada in a press release.

“Through your support, many people living with neuromuscular disorders are living longer, more independent and more productive lives. Over the last 30 years we have seen the life expectancy of someone living with duchenne muscular dystrophy more than triple.”

Muscular Dyst r o p hy C a n a d a provides funds to assist local people living with neuro-

muscular disorders to lead a full life by providing services that increase mobility and encourage independence.

T hey also fund medical research into the condition and educational information.

Locations you can expect to see firefighters in Cowichan include Cowichan Commons, Duncan Mall, Superstore, Beverly Corners, Valley View Centre and Mill Bay Centre.

Yo u c a n a l s o donate to the cause online at 7265383 www.muscle.ca 7314064

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CWAV Society thanks the following donors for helping to make our 2015 Gala a success!

SunFest, Visual Edge Graphic Design, George Gates The Dinner Party, Nutech I.T. Solutions, Chemainus Village Computer Centre, Duncan Butcher Shop, 49th Parallel Grocery, Labatt Brewing Company Ltd., Cornerstone Weddings & Events, Cindy Lise, Jean Crowder, Nicole Ross, Kate Marsh, Robert George, Pepsi, Julianne Campbell, Parissa Nowshadi, Dawn Marie Dowling, Rainwood Steel, Stormin' Norm Jackson, Bill Keserich, Galletto Market & Deli, Zanatta Winery 4 Beaches B&B, Aldijana Lemo Massage Therapy & Accupuncture, Amanda Kiezebrink , Andy Ferris, Ann Pollock Party Mood, Apple Press, Arbutus Ridge Golf Club, Artistic Workshop, Artistic Wood Turning, Averill Creek Vineyard, Beverly Corners Liquor Store, Beyond The Usual, Black Rock Ocean Front Resort, Blue Grouse Estate Winery & Vineyard, Botanical Bliss, Bound To Be Different, Brad Gregor, Bridgeman's Bistro, Budweiser , Cam Campbell, Celtic Rhythm Dancers, Cheers Cowichan Tours, Chemainus Foods, Chemainus Health Food Store, Chemainus Theatre Festival, Cherry Point Estate Wines, Chris Clement, Circle of Life Integrative Health, Coco Jones, Columbia Ice, Cool As Ice Sculptures, Country Grocer, Cowichan Capitals, Cowichan Centre for Performing Arts, Cowichan Golf & Country Club, Cowichan Pottery By Peggy, Cowichan Valley Heritage Quilters, Creative Quilting, Creative Woodcraft C W Ltd, Daniel Richards, Devon Gillott Sessions, Dice Contracting Ltd., Dinters Nursery, Doc The Barber, Dodd's Lumber, Dr. Gordon Pollock, Dr. Ronald G Smith Inc., Duncan Auto Parts, Duncan Lanes, Duncan Volunteer Fire Department, Embelish!, Fabrications, Fabricland, Gerry Giles, Grapefully Yours, Harmony Yoga & Wellness Center, Heirloom Wood Floors, H.W. Wallace, Island Farmhouse Poultry, Island Gold Eggs, Island Pharmacy, Island Style Boutique, J Painter, Jackie Barker, Jim Kirk, John Stevenson, Joley Baker, Jon LeFebure, June Painter, Just Jakes, Khaya Home Décor & Gift, Ladysmith bakery, Lake Cowichan Chiropractic, Leola's Studio, Lesley Fountain, Lovewinx, MAC5 Web Design and Marketing, MacIsaac & Company, Maple Bay Marina, Marlin Travel, Mary Beth MacKenzie, Mary Fox Pottery, Mary Lynn Bancroft Law Corporation, Mid Island Fire Equipment Ltd., Mila Enterprises Ltd., Mixed Metal Mini, Mt. Breton Golf Course, Nicoletta's Sweet Shoppe, Old Town Bakery, Peninsula Co-op, Pharmasave Chemainus, Pots & Paraphernalia, Pratz Bookkeeping & Tax, Prudence Natural Beauty & Fashion, Quist Meats, Rebecca Christopherson, Red Arrow Brewing Company, Rexall Chemainus, Richard Payne, Ridgway & Company, Rock Cod Café, Roses and More, Rouge Esthetics, Roxgro and Mink, SaltSpring Soaps, Sandy McPherson, Save On Foods, Sisco Food Services, Small World Imports, Soul Escape Esthetics, South Cowichan Community Policing, South Cowichan Eyecare, Special Occasions Party Rentals & Sales, Station Street Gallery & Frame Shop, Stuart McLean The Vinyl Café, Tanya Trafford, The Ginger Room, The Olde Gold Shoppe, The Paper Schemestress, The Romance Shop, Thirty-One, Thrifty Foods, TJ Ferris, Tom Walker, Top Hat Antiques & Collectables, Twisted Sisters Tea Room, Unsworth Vineyards, Urban Legends, Ursula's Handmade Bags, Valley Carpet One Floor & Home, Vancouver Island Conference Centre, Wall Street Clothing, Westcoastees, Willow Street Café, Yellow Point Lodge

And a special thank to our media supporters!

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‘Elf’ will get you in the Christmas spirit ANDREA RONDEAU CITIZEN

The Chemainus Theatre Festival’s Christmas production this year is utterly charming.

Elf will have you leaving the theatre feeling warm and energized with the Christmas spirit — and looking up to the stars for Santa’s magic sleigh that runs on belief rather than flying reindeer (thanks PETA).

The cast for this show is excellent with Andrew Cohen leading the way as the ever-cheerful but terribly vulnerable Buddy the Elf. He projects just the right amount of naive charm to have us rooting for him, even when he gets himself into horribly awkward situations.

Timothy E. Brummund as his reluctant father Walter Hobbes is also just the right mix of stern and intimidating boss and the marshmallow centre that’s buried really, really (really) deep down.

Sarah Carlé as Buddy’s stepmom Emily Hobbes and Reuben Broadway as his half-brother Michael are particularly good here, humanizing Walter and providing a bright spot in Buddy’s rather disastrous introduction

The music in ‘Elf’ is fun and catchy and will be enjoyed by children and adults alike. [SUBMITTED] to New York.

Alison MacDonald as Jovie, Buddy’s love interest, is also completely charming as the somewhat jaded-by-life, practical young woman who wishes she still believed in dreams coming true.

All of the supporting cast are equally strong, with Kate Blackburn earning a special nod as Walter’s secretary. The ensemble is rounded out by Scott Car-

michael, Erik Gow, Richard McBride, Sarina Sorensen and Scott Walters, who all have their moments to shine.

And let’s not forget Hal Kerbes as Santa Claus, who is a delight.

The only glitch in this otherwise slick production was that some of the solo vocals were not loud enough and the audience was left straining to hear some of the cast members.

Cohen appeared to be the only

one wearing a mic, but either it wasn’t working at all, or it wasn’t turned up nearly loud enough to carry Cohen’s voice effectively throughout the theatre on opening night. Since he’s the main character, it was particularly problematic — but easily fixed.

Also notably too quiet was Brummund — put a mic on him, guys! We fully expect the crew to have fixed this problem as the run continues.

The actors with the stronger voices — most notably Carlé and MacDonald, with an honourable mention to the young Broadway — were excellent and managed to offset some of the weaker spots.

Given that these three carried a lot of the singing in the second half, the music was more effective here.

MacDonald, in particular, has a really hilarious solo as the second act opens that’s not to be missed.

But on the whole, in spite of the volume issue, I found the music, which was fun and upbeat, with clever lyrics, to be very engaging and hummable as I left the theatre.

And I can’t leave out praise for the choreography. There’s a good bit of dancing in this show and it looks really polished.

This would be a great one to take the kids to, if you’re looking for a family outing. The kids will love the music and the basic story, and there’s a level of sophistication in the lyrics and dialogue that is engaging for the adults.

So get your tickets now; we hear they’re selling out fast. Go to chemainustheatre.ca or call 1-800-565-7738.

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Some of the cast from the South Island Musical Theatre Society’s production of ‘Anne of Green Gables’ include, in front, Ali Platt (Anne), and behind, from left, Cecilia Dennison, Alora Killam, Lily Killam, John Felton, Casey Heyd and Laura Cardriver. [IRWIN KILLAM PHOTO]

‘Sound of Music’ inspires Medford Singers, plus ‘Anne’ sneak peak

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The Medford Singers, under the direction of popular conductor, Simon Leung, are celebrating the 50th anniversary of The Sound of Music with a show entitled Do Re Me! But it’s not all about the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical.

Selections will include beautiful songs like Love is a Many Splendoured Thing and more.

The group will be front and centre at the Duncan United Church, at the corner of Ingram and Jubilee, on Satur-

day, Nov. 28 for an evening show starting at 7:30 p.m.

But, the hills will be alive with the sound of music, too, as a second performance is scheduled for 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 29 at beautiful little St. Christopher’s and St. Aidan’s Church at 70 West Cowichan Ave. in Lake Cowichan.

The event will also feature guest accompanist Michael Gaudet and several local

guest singers, including a presentation from the South Island Musical Theatre Society’s upcoming musical, Anne of Green Gables.

Tickets are $17 in advance from choir members or from Volume One Bookstore (Duncan show) or Lakeside Medical (Lake Cowichan show) or you can pay $20 at the door.

Children 12 and under are admitted free.

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The Cowichan Valley Dragon Divas wish to thank the following donors for supporting our successful “Beer and Burger” fundraiser held October 18th at the Cow Bay Pub.

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Theatre community mourns death of Arts Centre’s Classen LEXI BAINAS CITIZEN

Longtime patrons of the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre were saddened last week by the news that Brent Classen, the centre’s assistant technical director, and a tower of strength to the many amateur and professional performers who had taken the big stage over the years, died on Tuesday, Nov. 17.

Kirsten Schrader, the centre’s Arts and Culture Division manager, announced it to the general community, saying the

“He was a very dear friend to many of us.”

KIRSTEN SCHRADER, Arts and Culture manager

popular Classen had “suffered a stroke a few short weeks ago.

Although he was doing better last week, suddenly he was rushed to hospital on Monday after having suffered a second major stroke.”

She praised his work since joining the centre in the early 1980s.

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“He was one of the most knowledgeable people in the theatre industry, and was a key member of our team. He was a very dear friend to many of us, and our hearts are heavy today. We wish the sincerest condolences to Brent’s family.”

Classen’s efforts were not just confined to the theatre.

His expert knowledge was also always at the ready to serve such community events as the Halloween Train and the Christmas Express at the BC Forest Discovery Centre.

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Hai My Chung is in her second year of piano studies with Connie Masson. Her willingness to practise hard, and eagerness to learn make her an excellent student, allowing her to progress very quickly.

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McLean says he has every reason to believe he will recover. [CITIZEN FILE] not been for my extraordinarily bad timing.”

McLean says he considered soldiering on.

“We wondered about the option of doing both — the tour and the therapy — but there is the possibility of side effects from the treatment and I don’t want to be doing shows if I can’t be my best self. Nor do I want to be doing therapy if I can’t bring my best self there.

“I know this is a disappointment to those of you who are looking forward to the show. It is a disappointment to me, too.

It feels like I invited everyone to dinner and am calling to say the party’s off. I don’t know what to say except, I am sorry. We will announce next year’s concerts in the usual way and if you want to make sure you don’t miss them, the best thing to do is subscribe to our newsletter.

You can do that here: www.cbc. ca/vinylcafe “Finally, I don’t want you worrying. I am otherwise healthy and, as I said, the likelihood of this being a bump in the road rather than the end of the road is by far the most

Rent a table or come out and get a head start on your Christmas shopping at our annual craft fair! Don’t miss out on the unique handcrafted goods, secondhand gifts and party show items. Lunch and goodies also available! Doors open for set-up at 8:30 am.

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Stuart McLean fans got some unexpected and disappointing news on Saturday, discovering that the Canadian entertainer has called off his Vinyl Café Christmas Tour as of Monday, Nov. 23 which means his soldout Duncan show won’t happen.

If you have a ticket to the show that would have taken place at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre Nov. 25 you should contact the Cowichan Ticket Centre at 250-748-7529 and ask for a refund.

McLean issued a statement Nov. 21 with an explanation for his many admirers.

“I have just learned that I have melanoma. I begin therapy next week. This is not quite as ominous as it sounds (or not as ominous as it sounded to me). Melanoma, which was once a deadly diagnosis, has, over the last couple of years, become eminently treatable.

The treatment is, as my wonderful doctor describes it, the poster child of cancer therapy.

He tells me a positive outcome for the immunotherapy I will be receiving should be in the neighbourhood of 85 per cent.

So I expect we will be able to reconvene next Christmas, as we would have this year had it

gies for the disruption and my best wishes to you and your loved ones for the holidays and the year ahead.

— Stuart”

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NOTICE OF TWO COMMUNITY VISIONING WORKSHOPS

GET READY TO LIGHT UP COWICHAN WITH CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS Decorate your house and bring your photos or send them Digitally to us and be entered to win a geta-way grand prize and at the same time bring smiles to people of the Cowichan Valley with your displays.

Cowichan-Koksilah Official Community Plan Applicable to Electoral Area E (Cowichan Station, Sahtlam, Glenora); a portion of Electoral Area F (Sahtlam); and a portion of Electoral Area B (north of the Koksilah River)

Residents and stakeholders within the Cowichan-Koksilah Official Community Plan Area are invited to participate in the following Community Visioning Workshops: DATE: PLACE:

Thursday, November 26, 2015 TIME: 6:45 p.m.

The HUB at Cowichan Station 2375 Koksilah Road, Cowichan Station Purpose: Visioning for Cowichan Station

DATE: PLACE:

Wednesday, December 2, 2015 Eagles Hall 2965 Boys Road, Duncan Purpose: Visioning for Eagle Heights

TIME: 6:00 p.m.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Katy Tompkins, Senior Planner, CVRD Planning & Development 250.746.2620 or email ctompkins@cvrd.bc.ca

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The purpose of the workshops is to identify the core values of the communities withing the Plan Area; to conduct community visioning; and to create a context for the OCP update.

Good Luck everyone, and we look forward to seeing all the creativity. The winner’s photo will appear on the front page of the Citizen on December 25th.

Name: ______________________Phone: _____________________ Send pictures to shirley.skolos@cowichanvalleycitizen.com or bring in your photos 251 Jubilee St., Duncan, BC Contest closes December 18th, 2015

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice of Public Hearing OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 3945

SOUTH COWICHAN OFFICIALAREA COMMUNITY AMENDMENT (APPLICABLE TO ELECTORAL A – MILLPLAN BAY/MALAHAT, ELECTORAL AREA B – SHAWNIGAN LAKE and ELECTORAL AREAAND C – COBBLE HILL) BYLAW NO. 3666 ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 3667 (APPLICABLE TO ELECTORAL AREA ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 3946B - SHAWNIGAN LAKE) (APPLICABLE TO ELECTORAL AREA A – MILL BAY/MALAHAT and ELECTORAL AREA C – COBBLE HILL)

Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held as follows to consider the above described Amendment Bylaws:

NOTICE is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held as folows to consider the above noted Amendment Bylaws: DATE Thursday, December 3, 2015 TIME 7:00 pm Monday, January 2013Recreation time 7:00 p.m. place Shawnigan Lake Community Centre - 2804 Shawnigan Lake Road, Shawnigan Lake PLACE Kerry 31, Park Centre, Social Lounge, 1035 Shawnigan-Mill Bay Road, Mill Bay, BC

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South Cowichan Official Plan Community Plan Amendement 3666 proposes to amend South CowichanOfficial OfficialCommunity Community Plan Official Community Amendment Bylaw No.Bylaw 3945No. proposes to amend the South Cowichan Plan Bylaw BylawNo. No.3510 3510 by the current Land72Stewardship Designation Policies with new policies that apply to development the Designation. byreplacing re-designating Lot Community A, District Lots and 77, Malahat District, Plan VIP86314, as shown outlined with a blackwithin line and identified as “Subject Property” on Map 1, from Rural Resource to Parks and Institutional.

Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3667 proposes to amend Electoral Area B - Shawnigan Lake Zoning Bylaw No. 985 by rezoning Lots A and B, Blocks 201, 270 and 281, Malahat District, Plan EPP9371 and Lot 26, District Lot 201, Malahat District, Plan VIP78459, from Ecological Conservation, EcoZoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3946 proposes to amend Electoral Area A – South Cowichan Zoning Bylaw No. 3520 in order to rezone Lot Forestry, Agro-Forestry, and HamletPlan sub zones to Conservation/Eco-Forestry CD-1B, Rural Residential CD-1C, A, District Lots 72 andLow 77,Density Malahat District, VIP86314, as shown outlined withCD-1A, a blackRural line Residential and identified as “Subject Property” on Map and Mixed Use CD-1D 2. In addition to creating new sub zones, the amendment bylaw also rezones lake surfaces to 1 from RUR-1 (Ruralsubzones, Resourceas1shown Zone) on to Map P-2 (Institutional 2 Zone).

Water Conservancy (W-1) and includes definitions for “Agro-forestry”, “Conservation covenant”, “Eco-forestry” and “Eco-forestry covenant”.

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The purpose of Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 3945 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3946 is to allow the property to be used for institutional use. The property owners intend to develop the property for a church and church-related uses.

At the public hearing, all persons who deem their interests affected by the proposed amendments will be afforded an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions on matters contained therein, before representatives of the Regional Board. Prior to the public hearing, submit written comments on the Bylaws by: Prior to the public hearing, submit written comments on the bylaws by: Fax:proposed 250-746-2621 The Amendment Bylaws apply to the “Elkington Lands”, subject Email: ds@cvrd.bc.ca property shown outlined in black and shaded on the above Maps 1 & 2.

Mail and/or deposit at the Regional District office, 175 Ingram Street, Duncan, BC, V9L 1N8 untilFax: 4:30 250-746-2621 pm on Thursday, December 3, 2015.

The purposes of the Amendment Bylaws are to:

Email: ds@cvrd.bc.ca, or The public should not assume that correspondence submitted on the proposed Bylaws prior to commencement of the statutory notification period on, Monday, November 23, 2015, will be and/or Deposited at following the Regional District offices by 4:30 • adjust, on the site, where residential uses were permitted; made available to the Regional Board. Please be advised that the CVRD Board cannot receiveMail correspondence or comment the close of the Public Hearing.

Forp.m. further information, please call the Planning & Development Department at 250-746-2620. on the day of the hearing.

• harmonize zoning with Official Community Plan policy; • allow “equestrian facility” as a permitted use in the Please note that all correspondence submitted to the CVRD in response to this Notice will form part of the public record and will be published in a meeting agenda that is posted online when The public hearing on January 31, 2013 is to be help by Directors B. Fraser, this matter is before the Board or a Committee of the Board. The CVRD considers the author’s address relevant to the Board’s consideration of this matter and will disclose this personal Mixed Use CD-1 Sub-Zone; and M. Walker, and M. Marcotte delegates the Ainformation copy of the Board information. The author’s phone number and email address is not relevant and should not be included in the correspondence if the as author does not of wish thisBoard. personal disclosed.

• adjust zoning so that it can be more easily administered.

Please contact the Planning & Development Department at 250-746-2620 or 1-800-665-3955, resolution or the Recording Secretary at the time ofissubmission.

For public more information on along disclosure, making the delegation available for inspection with contact the CVRD FOI Coordinator at 250-746-2507 or 1-800-665-3955.

The proposed amendment does not increase the permitted number of copies of the amendment bylaws as set out in this notice.

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Paisley paces Isles to two in a row KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

Ryan Paisley had a weekend to remember for the Kerry Park Islanders.

The veteran forward scored five goals over two games last Friday and Saturday, including a double-overtime winner against the Oceanside Generals on Friday.

Paisley’s offensive outburst couldn’t have come at a better time as the Isles were playing without forwards Keenan Eddy, who was called up to from the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League to the junior A Cowichan Valley Capitals, and Corey Peterson, who had a family commitment “Having two of our top scorers out made it a little tougher for us,” Islanders owner Mark Osmond said.

Paisley scored both goals on Friday as the Isles edged the Generals 2-1.

The game was slow to develop, and the Isles lost Ty Berger to an injury in the first period. Things were scoreless until the third period, when Paisley scored his first of the game on a powerplay less than two minutes into the frame. The Generals managed to tie it midway through the period, and the game went to overtime, then a second overtime, before Paisley was able to decide it.

The net came off just after Paisley potted the winner, but the Kerry Park coaches made sure their players got off the ice before the officials could question the validity of the goal. The team had, after all, had two goals called back earlier on.

Chase Anderson earned the win in goal, stopping 24 of 25 shots.

Paisley added three more goals on Saturday as Kerry Park beat the Westshore Wolves 6-4 in the annual Nick Collins Memorial Game.

“The boys found a little extra,” Osmond said. “It was an exciting game. Both teams played well.”

The score was knotted at 2-2 after two periods, with Paisley scoring both goals for Kerry Park. The lead changed hands repeatedly in the third. Kyle Green gave the Isles a 4-3 lead with three and a half minutes left, but the Wolves managed to tie it with just under two minutes remaining. Finally, David Bittner scored the

Islanders alternate captain Kyle Green skates past Nick Collins’s No. 30 on the Kerry Park Arena glass last Saturday night after scoring his team’s fourth goal of the night. [KEVIN ROTHBAUER/CITIZEN] eventual game-winner with a minute and 20 seconds left, and Paisley completed his hat trick with an empty-netter.

Zack Smith had a goal and an assist for the Isles, while Lynden Eddy had two assists, as did Graham Winship, a new signing playing his first game for the Islanders suiting up for a pair as an affiliate in the 2012/13 season. Ty Rennie made 36 saves for the win.

The back-to-back victories came on the

heels of yet another loss to the Victoria Cougars on Thursday. Thinking he might be jinxing the club, Osmond opted not to travel to Victoria, but the Isles still lost 7-0.

The Cougars, who hadn’t played since an 8-0 win over the Isles seven days earlier, scored four of their seven goals on the powerplay.

“The coaches said our guys played not a bad game,” Osmond said. “But when you come up against that, its tough for us.”

Just past the halfway mark of the 48-game season, the Isles are just over .500 with a 12-12-1 record and sit in the middle of the South Division pack. This weekend, they will face the two teams below them in the division standings, with a chance to put some more distance between themselves and the Peninsula Panthers and Saanich Braves. The Isles visit Peninsula Friday, and are home against Saanich Saturday at 7:30 p.m.

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Nelson sets record with dramatic finish KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

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Cowichan striker Paddy Nelson gets a scoring chance against Comox in last Saturday’s game. Nelson scored his 16th goal of the season in the 92nd minute to give LMG the win. [TODD BLUMEL PHOTO]

“He’s a goal-scorer,” Martin said. “That’s what they like to do. But he’s a different kind of scorer. Some guys score the eighth, ninth, 10th game of a blowout.

He scores clutch goals.”

GLEN MARTIN, Cowichan LMG head coach

ed play, Comox’s commitment to defence made things very difficult.

“We got behind them a few times, but there wasn’t a lot of room,” Martin said. “They had a lot of guys back.”

Comox’s game plan was working as no one had scored through 45 minutes.

“I think they were very happy with 0-0 at halftime,” Martin said.

It wasn’t until injury time that Cowichan finally solved the Comox defence. Second-half sub A.J. Kambere sent a cross to Nelson, who found the back of the net even though he was well covered by Comox players.

In goal, Sam Hutchison earned his seventh clean sheet of the campaign.

“It was such a team effort,” Martin said.

The team effor t extended beyond that as players were willing to play outside of their usual positions to give Cowichan a chance to win. After defender Brad Archibald was hurt in the 40th minute, Govinda Innes filled in for him. With defensive stalwart Tyler Hughes out of the

lineup, Cooper Barry, the No. 2 leading scorer in Div. 1 behind Nelson, played the whole game at centre back.

It certainly didn’t hurt that Cowichan took a deep batch of players north.

“We didn’t travel light,” Martin said. “We went up with 15 guys.

Going there with quality players on the bench paid off.”

With a record of nine wins, no losses and two ties, LMG is now seven points up on second-place Nanaimo with seven games left in the VISL season.

LMG had been scheduled to play their next game at the new artificial turf on Sherman Road, but due to issues with the lights, the game will be played at the Ladysmith turf.

All other details are the same:

Saturday at 6 p.m. against the VI Wave.

The Wave are currently eighth in the league, and Cowichan beat them 6-0 last time they met, but Martin expects it to be closer this time.

“They’ve been playing quite well lately,” he said. “They’ve had good results, and even their losses have been tight. They’re young guys, getting the feel of the league.”

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With 15 goals in the first 10 games of the Vancouver Island Soccer League season, it was inevitable that Paddy Nelson would set a new scoring record for the Cowichan Div. 1 men’s team.

Exactly how dramatic the record 16th goal would be, no one could have guessed.

Nelson waited until the 92nd minute of last Saturday’s road game against Comox Valley United to score his 16th goal, breaking a scoreless tie while knocking Ryan Andre out of the record books.

The goal was Nelson’s fourth game-winner of the season as well.

“It happened to be his biggest one so far,” Cowichan head coach Glen Martin said.

Martin knew what he was getting when Nelson signed on with Cowichan at the beginning of last season: a productive striker who makes his goals count.

“He’s a goal-scorer,” Martin said. “That’s what they like to do.

But he’s a different kind of scorer. Some guys score the eighth, ninth, 10th game of a blowout.

He scores clutch goals.”

Although it was just a one-goal game, Cowichan dominated play as Comox — who dropped in the standings from second to fourth with the loss — appeared content to play for a tie.

“If you didn’t know the two teams, you would have thought they were the away team,” Martin said. “They played very defensively. I think their game plan was a 0-0 draw right from the start. Our game plan was to go right at them.”

Playing in his first game for Cowichan this season, Craig Gorman nearly opened the scoring early on, but his shot ricocheted off the post.

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Caps drop pair to Island Division rivals KEVIN ROTHBAUER CITIZEN

For the first time since late October and just the third time this season, the Cowichan Valley Capitals lost two B.C. Hockey League games in a row.

“It’s something you don’t want to do when you’re battling for position,” head coach Bob Beatty said. “They were two divisional games as well.

We’ve got a tough stretch of our schedule coming up. That’s not what we wanted to do, for sure.”

On Friday, the Caps lost 6-2 to the Grizzlies in Victoria.

Trailing just 2-1 after the first period, they surrendered four unanswered goals in the second. The Caps answered with one more in the third, but couldn’t get any closer than that.

“We certainly had a bad period,” Beatty said. “We had defensive lapses, and it showed on the scoreboard.”

Matthew Hudie opened the scoring, and Duncan’s Ryan Hogg had the third-period goal, his second in five games after going the first 54 games of his career without a goal.

The Caps managed to force overtime against the Nanaimo Clippers on Saturday, but ended up losing 4-3 when the Clippers scored in the second extra period.

“We played a better game, but they scored three powerplay goals in the second period, and that certainly cost us,” Beatty said. “I didn’t think they were totally undeserved, but we took some penalties that we just have to limit. We need more control of our sticks.”

Again, the Caps opened the scoring on a powerplay goal by Mitch Meek. Nanaimo pulled ahead with the first two goals

“It’s something you don’t want to do when you’re battling for position.

We’ve got a tough stretch of our schedule coming up.”

BOB BEATTY, Capitals head coach

of the second period before Duncan product Keenan Eddy scored his first junior A goal to even things up. The Clippers scored a late one to get out of the second with a 3-2 lead, but captain Adam Osczevski scored with less than five minutes remaining in regulation to send the game to overtime.

Eddy, who nearly cracked the Capitals roster out of training camp, was summoned from the junior B Kerry Park Islanders for the weekend games, and made an immediate impact, earning himself a few more games with the team.

“He’s been waiting patiently to get into the lineup, and he was able to contribute Saturday night,” Beatty said. “He’s showing that he wants to play.

He’s been pretty serviceable.

It was nice to see him score. It was a nice goal, and a big one at the time for us. He’ll definitely be in the lineup for the next few games.”

Despite the losses, Beatty was pleased with the way his goalies performed. Lane Michasiw stopped 24 of 30 shots against Victoria on Friday, and Storm Phaneuf made 31 saves against Nanaimo on Saturday.

“I thought in the second period [Friday], we left Lane out to dry,” Beatty said. “I thought he played a decent game. When you come out of the second period with six goals against,

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“Storm gave us a chance to win on Saturday night. It was a hard-fought game.”

The Caps will host the Alberni Valley Bulldogs at 7 p.m. on Wednesday in their last home game until Dec. 11.

“That’s a big one for us,” Beatty said. “We go on the road for the next five games. Powell River is a tough place to play, then we’re off to Kelowna, Vernon and Salmon Arm. We’re a little banged up, so we have to stick together and try to get some points together.”

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ON THE WEB:

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

Open local 29th Cen-

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Vegetarian cooking classes on ...

Thur, Nov. 26 at 6:30 PM Cost: $10 per class LOUIS DE MONTFORT CATHOLIC CHURCH Lake Cowichan, BC. Christmas Bazaar and Luncheon ✱Sat, Dec 5, 10am-1pm Great raffles, home baking & lots, lots, more.

3441 Gibbins Road To register call: Marj 250-748-3733

INFORMATION

CRAFT FAIRS Christmas Craft Fair Sat. Nov. 28, 9:30 - 3:00 Town & Country MHP Clubhouse 10980 Westdowne Rd, Ladysmith.

FREE ADMISSION Wheelchair Accessible

MILL BAY CRAFT & GIFT FAIR Sat., Nov. 28th 10-2:30pm Mill Bay Community Hall 1035 Shawnigan-Mill Bay Rd (next to Kerry Park Arena) Baking, Sewing, Knitting, Stained glass, Woodwork, Toys, Decorations & more...

Hourly door prizes.

Lunch available: homemade soup & bread, snacks Sponsored by South Cowichan Healthcare Auxiliary (formerly Lake-Bay-Hill Aux.)

COMING EVENTS

are pleased to announce their engagement.

Wedding to take place September 3, 2016.

ANNIVERSARIES

CROFTON Vendor House. Come support businesses. November 11-3 Crofton Community ter Over 30 Vendors!

with much love from all your children; Cathy, Darryl, Samantha, Colin, Lauren, Kyle, Lisa, Samantha, Kayla, Eric, Scott, Kandase, Maile, Madisyn and Tyler.

CHAKRA BALANCING WITH ESSENTIAL OILS Using the higher frequencies of Essential Oils can strip away negative energies.

Wed., Nov. 25. 6-8pm Sweet Arts Studio, 131 Jubilee St., Duncan.

RSVP: 250-748-7494.

Donation Rec: $10.00

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CHRISTMAS CORNER

CHRISTMAS CORNER

Join us for our 4th Annual Christmas Craft Fair Bake Sale and a Festive Silent Auction Fundraiser.

This is a great opportunity to do more Christmas shopping and purchase a variety of delicious holiday desserts. All proceeds go to recreation programs for the residents. Interested vendors, call for registration details.

Saturday, December 5, 2014 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Ts’i’ts’uwatul’ Lelum Assisted Living 5755 Allenby Road, Duncan BC Telephone: (250) 597-2252

Cowichan Valley Citizen COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS INFORMATION

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

TRADES, TECHNICAL WATKIN MOTORS Ford, Vernon, B.C. immediately requires an experienced Ford Diesel Technician. Go to watkinmotors.com About us, Employment, to apply and review required qualifications.

On Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at approximately 8:20 a.m. in the drop-off area of the parking lot at Khowhemun School a low speed collision occurred involving a 2015 Silver Chevy Cruze and a small older light coloured sedan.

Any persons who may have witnessed this accident are asked to contact: Jennifer Pelton at Taylor Granitto at 250-748-4444

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FLOWER DESIGNER

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Cowichan Valley AA. Toll free 1-866-233-5255 (24-hours)

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Call (250)668-4433.

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Experienced string instruments performer / teacher.

Accepting violin and cello students, beginners and advanced.

For evening lessons call Professor Sorino 250-889-8705

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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

TOTAL RENOVATIONS Carpenter will do additions, Carports, Decks, Siding, Flooring, Painting, Finishing, Plumbing, Fences Pressure washing.

All work guaranteed.

BUSINESSES FOR SALE

LARGE 3 bedroom newly renovated home in duplex with all new appliances, F/S micro, dw & w/d. New windows, new heating units, fresh paint, fenced backyard. 20 minute walk to downtown. Available Dec. 1st/15 Call 250-748-4221 to view

PLUMBING A SERVICE PLUMBER. Licence, Insured. Drains, HWT, Reno’s, Repairs. Senior Discounts. After Hour Service.

Call Coval Plumbing, 250709-5103.

FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928.

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Call James: 250-710-4714

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HIMALAYAN RAG DOLL siamese mixed kittens. $350.00.

Call or text: 250-510-4825.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

ELECTRICAL

AUCTIONS BUD HAYNES Ward’s Firearms Auction. Saturday, Dec. 12, 10am, 11802 - 145 St., Edmonton. Estate John V. Abrey of Coaldale, Alberta. Collection firearms, rare RCMP items, 12 saddles, uniforms, memorabilia. Estate Elmer (Tom) Stehr of Swift Current, SK. Phone Linda 403-5971095; Brad 1-780-451-4549; www.budhaynesauctions.com. www.wardsauctions.com.

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FRIENDLY FRANK

FLOORING INSTALLATION Custom installations of solid and engineered hardwood, laminated floor, slate, tile, etc. and repairs. 250-710-5712

FREE BUDGIES. Please call 250-510-4825.

FUEL/FIREWOOD

M & M FIREWOOD

HAULING AND SALVAGE

Custom cut firewood CALL 250-710-1640 OR 250-710-1976

COWICHAN Hauling & Moving

(250) 597-8335

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

HAULING/JUNK REMOVAL MOVING & DELIVERIES SMALL DEMOLITION JOBS

ROMANCE Your Christmas Local BC Adult Retailer Shop Online Now & Receive 25% OFF! www.shagg.ca

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

sustainable aquaculture

HATCHERY HUSBANDRY TECHNICIAN Full-Time, Duncan, BC

Cermaq Canada is currently looking for a full-time Hatchery Husbandry Technician to join our dynamic team in Duncan, British Columbia. As a Hatchery Husbandry Technician, you will be responsible for general husbandry operations, including incubation, water quality monitoring, mortality removals, and smolt transfers.

Application requirements Ĺ˜ Preference given to applicants with salmon hatchery knowledge and experience Ĺ˜ Previous aquaculture experience monitoring water quality and conducting Ĺľsh transfers is an asset Ĺ˜ Positive attitude, good work ethic, and a willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions Ĺ˜ ProĹľcient in 06 :ord and 06 (xcel Position details Ĺ˜ 6hift rotations days on, days off may be a combination of day, afternoon and or graveyard shifts Ĺ˜ Reliable transportation will be required to respond to alarm calls as needed Ĺ˜ Company beneĹľts are available after the successful completion of a -month probation period Prerequisites to hiring are a Ĺľtness test and a criminal record check. 2nly applicants who are legally allowed to work in Canada will be considered.

How to apply Please forward a resume by e-mail to careers.canada@cermaq.com or by fax 250-286-0042 stating Hatchery Husbandry Technician in the subject line.

Deadline to apply: November 27, 2015 Cermaq Canada is an equal opportunities employer who provides a workplace that is free of discrimination.

RENTALS

WANTED: SCANDINAVIAN 1950’s, 60’s furniture and accessories. (250)380-7022.

CLEANING SERVICES

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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Insured 250-748-9150

FANTASTIC House Cleaner Prof. 5 star hotel & Resort Relais & Chateaux trained.Energetic,hard-working,own supplies,reliable friendly service.I aim to please.Tons of refs.Over 20 yrs cleaning exp.Beds and laundry welcome.Please call Melinda 250715-1185 or mclemente@shaw.ca

Wednesday, November 25, 2015

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

ART/MUSIC/DANCING

COMPUTER SERVICES

LOOKING FOR F/T or P/T live in Home Care Worker. Must be caring, compassionate and mature. Duties also include housekeeping, cooking & baking.

Send resumes to: careneeded2015@gmail.com

HUGE DEMAND for Medical Transcriptionists! CanScribe is Canada’s top Medical Transcription training school. Learn from home and work from home. Call today! 1-800-4661535. www.canscribe.com or info@canscribe.com

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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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TRAVEL

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250-715-7783 LAKE COWICHAN DC519836 - 65 papers North Shore Rd 3-134 Wilson Rd Park Rd DC519846 - 56 papers Berar Rd Fern Rd Sall Rd South Shore Rd 232-350

HONEYMOON BAY DC 519880 - 63 papers Beach Dr March Rd Paul’s Dr South Shore Rd First St Second St Charles Pl

REAL ESTATE

Seafood store and restaurant for sale in Cowichan Bay; ideal retail opportunity.

Present owner willing to train and supply, and will help finance. 5-year renewable lease.

Asking $80,000 Inquire: 250-510-4950 RENTALS

SHARED ACCOMMODATION Affordable, Convenient Living in downtown Beautiful, Natural Qualicum Beach, BC.

share totally re-modeled 3 bdrm Rancher. Dogs welcome. âœąQuality Living for any Family, Student or Retiree. Single, $575/each, all inclusive.

Call Barrie, 250816-1946.

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APARTMENT/CONDO BACH. SUITE - DUNCAN 1&2-br; balcony; F/S; heat & hot water; 1 bldg only; parking; pets considered. $550 - $850 per month AVAILABLE NOW CALL 250-748-7764 COWICHAN BAY. 1-br condo with patio. Unfurn $800, furnished $850. Dec 15. No pets.

250-245-0835, 250-246-4999.

DOWNTOWN CHEMAINUSupper suite, 2 bdrms, $850+ utils. No pets. (250)797-0879.

LOVELY 2 bdrm suites in seniors oriented building, Central Duncan. Heat incld. NS/NP. $800. Please call Resident Manager at 250-732-0342.

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Will consider trades. Please serious enquiries only! Call (250)743-4392.

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VALLEY Calendar Miscellaneous • St. Michael and All Angels Anglican Church Bazaar, Saturday, Nov. 28, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., 2858 Mill St., Chemainus. Full Christmas Tea available, baking, mincemeat, preserves, Christmas crafts, gift items and more.

• Cobble Hill Christmas Variety Show, Sunday, Nov. 29, 6:30-8 p.m., Cobble Hill Community Hall. Entry is a donation to the Mill Bay food bank.

• Mill Bay Christmas Variety Show, Sunday, Dec. 6, 6:30-8 p.m., Mill Bay Community League Hall. Entry is a donation to the Mill Bay food bank.

• Evergreen Cremation Centre in partnership with Cowichan Valley Auto invites you to drop off a non-perishable food item to cremation centre at 17 Gatacre St., Ladysmith, Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., fill in ballot for chance to win use of any vehicle on the lot of Cowichan Valley Auto for weekend of your choice. Food items accepted until mid-December. Winner notified by phone.

Seniors • Chemainus Seniors Drop-in Centre muffin mornings Wednesdays and Fridays 9:30-11 a.m.

• Lake Cowichan’s 50 Plus Activity Centre hopping from Monday to Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Home-made lunches 11 a.m.-1:15 p.m., Tuesday savoury pie day, Thursday sweet pie day, Friday dinner specials. Christmas Banquet Dec. 5. Info: 250-749-6121.

• Chemainus Seniors Drop-in Centre Drop-in Centre Men’s Bake Sale, Saturday, Dec. 5, 10 a.m. to noon.

• Chemainus Seniors Drop-in Centre Drop-in Centre Concerts on Screen Sundays, Dec. 6, 13, and 20, 2-4 p.m.

• Chemainus Seniors Drop-in Centre Drop-in Centre Christmas Dinners, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 11 and 12.

Doors open 5 p.m., cost $15 members, $20 guests. Entertainment by the ladies and men’s choirs. Tickets on sale at AGM Nov. 19.

• Chemainus Seniors Drop-in Centre Drop-in Centre New Year’s Eve Dinner and Dance Dec. 31, doors open 6 p.m., dinner 7 p.m., dancing and fun to Andy McCormack. Tickets $30 on sale at AGM, Nov. 19.

• Dance to music from the 50s and 60s at Valley Seniors Centre, 198 Government St., every Wednesday, 3-5 p.m., $5.

Info: 250-746-4433.

• Chemainus Seniors Drop-in Centre — Bingo every Monday, doors open at 5 p.m. starts at 6 p.m. Loonie Pot, G-Ball, Bonanza, & 50/50 draw. Everyone Welcome.

• Lake Cowichan’s air-conditionded 50 Plus Activity Centre open 7 a.m.

-3 p.m. Monday-Friday. Bridge, canasta, cribbage, shuffleboard, pool, line dancing, music. Exercises 9:30 a.m.

Monday, Wednesday, Friday. Bingo for over 19 Wednesday, 1 p.m. and Sunday, 7 p.m. Kitchen serves home-made lunches, 11 a.m.-1:15 p.m., weekly specials. Banquets, bazaars and bus trips organized throughout the year. More volunteers wanted. Info: 250-749-6121.

• Valley Seniors Activity Centre, 198 Government St., Duncan open 8 a.m.3 p.m. Monday to Friday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

Saturday. $20 per year. Carpet bowling, cribbage, billiards crafts, bridge, choir, bus trips on our own bus. Live music Mondays and Wednesdays 11:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. Dances every 1st and 3rd Saturday evening 7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m.

Open to public for Bingo each Tuesday.

Many special events throughout the year. Check out Monthly Newsletter at valley-seniors.org and consider membership if you’re 55 years or older. Info: 250-746-4433.Info: 250-746-4433 or www. valley-seniors.org

Recreation • Mill Bay Carpet Bowling Group meets every Wednesday, 1 p.m., Mill Bay Community League Hall, beside Kerry Park Arena. Info: Jim 250-7435189 or Pauline 250-733-9886.

• Cowichan Kayak and Canoe Club meetings second Tuesday each month except July and August, 7:30 p.m., socializing time 7-7:30 p.m., Seniors Activity Centre, Duncan. Refreshments provided. Info: cowichan kayakandcanoe.wordpress.com • Cowichan Intercultural Society presents Art Healing Series, Wednesdays, 2-3:30 p.m., Mill Bay Library. Meet to paint, draw, sketch and create art pieces. Info: Francoise francoise@cisiwc.org or 250-748-3112.

• Duncan Badminton Club, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8-10 p.m., October through March Multi-purpose Hall, Island Savings Centre. Recreational and competitive. All welcome. Info: 250-746-4380.

Meetings • Vimy Hall Annual General Meeting, Thursday, Nov. 26, 7:30-9 p.m., 3968 Gibbins Rd. • ACOA meeting at Duncan Alano Club, 107 Evans St., Duncan, Fridays, 7 p.m.

• Alpha a t Duncan Christian Reformed Church, dinner and conversation, ask anything about life, faith and God, Thursdays, Sept. 24-Nov. 19, info: 250-748-2122 or crc.pastor@shawcable.com • Cowichan Valley Prostate Cancer Support Group meetings held the last Thursday of each month from 2-4 p.m.

Cancer Society office, 394 Duncan St. Info: Gord Thomas 250-743-6960 or Brian King 250-748-5785.

• Is food a problem for you? Overeaters Anonymous is here to help. Meetings Sunday morning, Thursday evening. For meeting times call 250-746-9366 or go to www.oa.org/membersgroups/ find-a-meeting/ • Duncan PROBUS Club meets 10 a.m. every third Tuesday of the month at the Cowichan Golf Club. Membership information: www.probusduncan.ca • Cowichan 950 Toastmasters meets Wednesdays 7-9 p.m., Island Savings Centre, Duncan. Info: www. cowichantoastmasters.com • Silverbridge Toastmasters meets every Tuesday, Island Savings Rec. Centre, Duncan, noon to 1 p.m. Learn and improve public speaking and communications skills. Info: www. cowichantoastmasters.com • 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.

• Support group for stroke survivors and caregivers every Friday, 1-3 p.m., Cowichan Library, Duncan, multi-purpose room. Different topic each week eg. education, awareness, communication strategies, coping skills, brain fitness, caregiver support. Membership $20 per year (less than 50 cents a meeting). Contact: Chris Rafuse 778-455-2095 or chrisrafuse@shaw.ca

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E.g. 20% =

CASH CREDIT

UP $ TO

EQUINOX 1LT AWD

$26,210 MSRP

9,580

UP $ TO

2015 BUICK ENCLAVE 1SL AWD

CAMARO 2SS AUTO WITH RS PACKAGE

6,354

$31,770 MSRP

E.g. 20% =

8,193

THE BUICK SUITE OF PRIVILEGES

TRAVERSE 1LT AWD TRUE NORTH EDITION

$40,965 MSRP

20

$ E.g. 20% = UP TO 11,073

$55,365 MSRP

OF MSRP

CHEVROLET.CA

2

5

5

UP TO $6,000 CASH CREDITS* ON ALL REMAINING 2015 MODELS WHILE INVENTORY LASTS

NHTSA 5-STAR OVERALL VEHICLE SCORE FOR SAFETY**

UP TO $10,212 CASH CREDITS* ON ALL REMAINING 2015 MODELS WHILE INVENTORY LASTS

NHTSA 5-STAR OVERALL VEHICLE SCORE FOR SAFETY**

• ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 6 YEARS/110,000 KMS+ • ONSTAR 6 MONTHS~ • BUICK QUIETTUNING TECHNOLOGY

BUICK.CA

NO END V3 S 0 TH

EVENT

12,218

CASH CREDIT ON SELECT 2015 MODELS IN STOCK THE LONGEST*

YEARS/160,000 KM ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE ^^

ON NOW AT YOUR BC CHEVROLET DEALERS. Chevrolet.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the cash purchase of a 2015 Impala, Equinox, Traverse, Silverado LD Crew, Spark, Sonic, Cruze, Malibu, Camaro, Trax and Silverado Double Cab. License, insurance, registration, administration fees, dealer fees, PPSA and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer trade may be required. * Applies to oldest 15% of dealer inventory on Impala, Equinox, Traverse, Silverado LD Crew and Silverado HD Gas models as of November 10th

UP TO

CASH CREDIT ON SILVERADO 1500 HIGH COUNTRY CREW CAB, $61,090 MSRP

2015 and all remaining 2015 Spark, Sonic,Citizen Cruze, Malibu, Camaro, and Silverado Double Cab. Valid2, November 13 to 30, 2015 on cash purchases of select vehicles from dealer inventory. Not compatible with special lease and finance rates. Credit is tax exclusive and is calculated on vehicle MSRP, excluding any dealer-installed options. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this Cowichan Duncan Citizen - November 2, 2015 Cowichan Duncan -TraxNovember 2015 CHEVROLET.CA cash credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. Dealer may sell for less. Offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. GM Canada may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. See dealer for details. ** The 2-Year Scheduled Lube-Oil-Filter Maintenance Program provides eligible customers in Canada, who have purchased or leased a new eligible 2015 MY Chevrolet (excluding Spark EV), with an ACDelco® oil and filter change, in accordance with the oil life monitoring system and the Owner’s Manual, for 2 years or 40,000 km, whichever occurs first, with a limit of four (4) Lube-Oil-Filter services in total, performed at participating GM dealers. Fluid top offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc. are not covered. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. General Motors of Canada Company reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ^^ Whichever comes first. See dealer for details.

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NHTSA 5-STAR OVERALL VEHICLE SCORE FOR SAFETY**

% =$

CASH CREDIT

ON A SILVERADO DOUBLE CAB 2LZ

ALL 2015s COME WITH CHEVROLET COMPLETE CARE:

• COMPLIMENTARY OIL CHANGES 2 YEARS/40,000 KMS*** • BASE WARRANTY 4 YEARS/80,000 KMS+ • POWERTRAIN WARRANTY 6 YEARS/110,000 KMS+

BLACK FRIDAY

CASH CREDIT

2015 SILVERADO DOUBLE CAB

YEARS/160,000 KM POWERTRAIN WARRANTY ^^

51,060

$

CASH CREDITS* ON ALL REMAINING 2015 MODELS WHILE INVENTORY LASTS

ON NOW AT YOUR BC BUICK DEALERS. BCBUICKDealers.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Buick is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the cash purchase of a 2015 Buick Verano 1SB, Encore 1SB, Enclave 1SL AWD. License, insurance, registration, administration fees, dealer fees, PPSA and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC Buick Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer trade may be required. *Valid November 13 to 30, 2015, on cash purchases of select vehicles from dealer inventory. Not compatible with special lease and finance rates. Credit is tax exclusive and is calculated on vehicle MSRP, excluding any dealer-installed options. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this cash credit, which will result in higher effective interest rates. Dealer may sell for less. Offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. GM Canada may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. See dealer for details. ** U.S. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are a part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov).***The 2-Year Scheduled Lube-Oil-Filter Maintenance Program provides eligible customers in Canada, who have purchased, leased or financed a new eligible 2015 MY Buick with an ACDelco oil and filter change, in accordance with the oil life monitoring system and the Owner’s Manual, for 2 years or 40,000 KMs, whichever occurs first, with a limit of four (4) Lube-Oil-Filter services in total, performed at participating GM Dealers. Fluid top offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc. are not covered. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. General Motors of Canada Company reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. + +Whichever comes first. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ~ Visit onstar.ca for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services vary by model and conditions. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. After complimentary trial period, an active OnStar service plan is required.

ALL REMAINING

YEARS/40,000 KM COMPLIMENTARY OIL CHANGES **

20% OF MSRP

UP TO $4,758

2015 BUICK ENCLAVE CONVENIENCE 2 SHOWN

$47,900 MSRP

UP $ TO

29,995

$

CASH CREDIT

2015 TRAVERSE

CASH CREDIT

20% OF MSRP

2015 BUICK ENCORE CONVENIENCE 2 SHOWN

ON SELECT

2015 EQUINOX

UP $ TO

2015 BUICK ENCORE 1SB

2015 CAMARO

$37,050 MSRP

ALL REMAINING

CASH

ALL REMAINING

IMPALA 2LT WITH PREMIUM SEATING, SAFETY & CONVENIENCE PACKAGE

$28,755 MSRP

$ E.g. 20% = UP TO 4,764 CREDIT

CRUZE LT AUTO WITH REMOTE STARTER

$23,820 MSRP

ALL REMAINING

CASH CREDI T ON ENCLAVE 1SL AWD

ON ALL REMAINING 2015 MODELS WHILE INVENTORY LASTS. ONLY 5 DAYS LEFT.

ALL REMAINING

ON SPARK 1LT CVT

= 10,212 $

1500 HIGH COUNTRY CREW CAB MODEL SHOWN

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BLACK FRIDAY EVENT

BLACK FRIDAY EVENT

20

%

OF MSRP CASH CREDITS*

UP TO

$

13,242 ON SELECT 2015 GMCs IN STOCK THE LONGEST

ONLY 5 DAYS LEFT! 2015 GMC SIERRA CREW CAB DENALI

20% NHTSA 5-STAR OVERALL VEHICLE SCORE FOR SAFETY **

OF MSRP CASH CREDITS*

UP TO

13,242

$

ON SELECT 2015 SIERRA 1500 MODELS IN STOCK THE LONGEST $66,210 MSRP

2015 GMC SIERRA CREW CAB DENALI 5SA

20% 2015 GMC SIERRA 1500 DOUBLE CAB SLE 4X4

NHTSA 5-STAR OVERALL VEHICLE SCORE FOR SAFETY **

GET

OF MSRP CASH CREDITS*

UP TO

11,443

$

S T I D E R C H GMC & S A C P R OF MSSELECT 2015 CHEVROLET,LONGEST

ON ALL 2015 SIERRA 1500 MODELS $57,215 MSRP

SIERRA DOUBLE CAB SLE 4X4

20% $11,642

OF MSRP CASH CREDITS*

2015 GMC ACADIA AWD DENALI

ON OCK THE T S N I S ODEL BUICK M

UP TO

NHTSA 5-STAR OVERALL VEHICLE SCORE FOR SAFETY **

ON SELECT 2015 ACADIA MODELS IN STOCK THE LONGEST $58,210 MSRP

ACADIA AWD DENALI

20% $6,838

OF MSRP CASH CREDITS*

UP TO

2015 GMC TERRAIN SLE-2 AWD TERRAIN SLE-1 FWD

WHILE INVENTORY LASTS.

GMC TERRAIN WAS NAMED A 2015 TOP SAFETY PICK BY IIHS

INVENTORY IS LIMITED SO VISIT YOUR DEALER TODAY. ON NOW UNTIL NOV 30

BCGMCDEALERS.CA

ON NOW AT YOUR BC GMC DEALERS. BCGMCDealers.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. GMC is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the cash purchase of a 2015 Terrain, Acadia, Sierra LD Crew Cab, and Sierra LD Double Cabs. License, insurance, registration, administration fees, dealer fees, PPSA and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC GMC Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer trade may be required. * Applies to oldest 15% of dealer inventory on Terrain, Acadia, Sierra LD Crew Cab, Sierra HD gas models as of November 10, 2015, and all remaining 2015 Sierra LD Double Cabs. Valid November 13 to 30, 2015, on cash purchases of select vehicles from dealer inventory. Not compatible with special lease and finance rates. Credit is tax exclusive and is calculated on vehicle MSRP, excluding any dealer-installed options. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this cash credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. Dealer may sell for less. Offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives.

GM Canada may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. See dealer for details.** Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov).

Cowichan Duncan Citizen - November 2, 2015

Cowichan Duncan Citizen - November 2, 2015

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.

TH

ON SELECT 2015 TERRAIN MODELS IN STOCK THE LONGEST $34,190 MSRP

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