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The Comox Valley Child Development Centre saved her family, according to Patricia Rousseau. Rousseau’s first two children are autistic. She brought her first son to the CVCDC in 2008. He and her next son had no language skills initially, so speech occupational therapy was the first step, followed by supportive child development, “which takes children from three on until they hit school age.”
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STRANGE BEDFELLOWS Treebeard the Ent (Toni Gore) meets Bride of Chucky (Jasmine Badrin) in one of many incongruous meetings Monday. The occasion was the Halloween parade in downtown Courtenay. Similar events were held in Comox and Cumberland. For more photos, see page 9 and visit www.comoxvalleyrecord.com for a slideshow with even more images, including some shot by Kim Sleno at the Cumberland event. PHOTO BY MARK ALLAN
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North Island Compassion Club manager Ernie Yacub has been evicted from the club’s premises at Sixth Street in Courtenay — where he had lived until Monday — following a dispute resolution hearing involving landlord Bob Huddart and an adjudicator from the Residential Tenancy Branch. The lawful cause behind his eviction was the summer bust that occurred at the club when police seized several pounds of marijuana and arrested Yacub. Police had also raided the premises in February and arrested four people. “The adjudicator agreed with the landlord that was lawful cause, even though we had stopped dispensing (cannabis) after the second bust,” Yacub said. The club had sold medicinal marijuana and other medications such as cannabis-infused oil to help people who live with the pain of cancer and other ailments. It also acts as a support service where clients can receive guidance and companionship. The original eviction included Yacub and his three roommates, “even though they had nothing to do with the Compassion Club,” said Yacub, who has moved to 420 Cumberland Rd. for the time being. “He wasn’t in good standing with the police, neighbours or the city,” said Huddart, who decided not to evict the other three, especially with winter around the corner. He suggested, however, they find other lodgings come spring. “They’re welcome to stay for the short-term but I’ve told them the eviction was to get the place cleaned up and to restore my good name.” Huddart said he evicted Yacub after being called into an RCMP
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interrogation room, where he was told the paperwork had been started to seize the house. Police, however, put a pause on the seizure. “One more illegal drug-dealing activity and they would confiscate my house, under the proceeds of crime legislation,” said Huddart, noting police have been receiving complaints about the house for several years. “I’ve been sticking up for him (Yacub) against the city, neigh-
bours and police, but it hasn’t been a situation that I’m comfortable with,” Huddart said. Yacub said the club will continue to provide medicine by way of a delivery service to about 50 of its previous 200 members. “And also we’re providing to people who
have their medical marijuana cards, who are legally allowed to have marijuana,” he said. “If they can’t grow their own, we are the only people in town who can provide a variety of cannabis, and also edibles.” reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Wednesday, November 2, 2011
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New ribbons raising suicide awareness in region Forum Thursday will highlight resources for families Lindsay Chung Record Staff
This Thursday night, the community will get its first opportunity to wear locally created suicide awareness ribbons. The creators of the Comox Valley Suicide Awareness Facebook group have initiated a ribbon campaign, and they are releasing their first batch of ribbons during the Community Support for Families: An Information Evening to Look at Resources Available for Families in the Comox Valley event. That event happens Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Mark R. Isfeld Secondary School gym. The ribbon campaign is part of the group’s efforts to get people talking about suicide and “give taboo the boot.” “It’s the first step to getting awareness to people so people who are really
into having suicide awareness and prevention can get their ribbon and donate to get them and wear them, and then other people see them,” said Ashley Anness. “I think it shows support as a community, too,” added Stephanie Lafontaine. Anness says the group decided a ribbon campaign was a good place to start because there is already a ribbon for suicide prevention. The suicide prevention ribbon is yellow, and to minimize confusion with other causes that have a yellow ribbon, the Comox Valley Suicide Awareness group has created a black and gold ribbon. “It made ours stand out because it’s also symbolic of light out of dark, hope out of darkness,” said Lafontaine. “We wanted something that represented our community.” The group hopes to make at least 500 ribbons in time for Thursday’s community forum. Thursday’s community forum will be the first time anyone wears the ribbons. “We’ve seen people talking; they’re very excited,
and they want to get one,” said Brad Darling. The ribbons will be available by donation. “The donations are to help fund projects we have in the works to raise that awareness and keep people talking in the community and prevention activities,” said Lafontaine. For now, most of the money raised will go toward making ribbons, as the group wants to get them out into locations throughout the community after Thursday. Anyone who would like to support the ribbon campaign can contact Stephanie Lafontaine or Tara Sedar through the Comox Valley Suicide Awareness group on Facebook. On the fundraising front, the group is also getting ready to launch an online auction within the next two weeks. They are asking for the public’s help to donate items and services for the auction. “Whatever people want to donate, somebody somewhere will want it,” said Lafontaine.
ASHLEY ANNESS DISPLAYS one of the new ribbons created by the Comox Valley Suicide Awareness Facebook group. PHOTO BY LINDSAY CHUNG
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Best advice for suicidal people – talk to somebody Lindsay Chung Record Staff
Patti Vermette’s most important message to adolescents who are thinking about suicide is to talk about it. Vermette is the facilitator of the Suicide Prevention Program, which the Wachiay Friendship Centre recently began offering in Comox Valley schools to students in Grades 8 to 12. The program was previously offered by the Crossroads Crisis Centre. The interactive presentation, which is just over an hour long, looks at some of the feelings that might lead to suicide, the signals of suicide, what to do if you or someone you know is suicidal and what resources are available, explained
Vermette. Vermette’s biggest message is “don’t keep it a secret.” “Whether you’re dealing with your own suicidal thoughts or concerned about a loved one, talk about it,” she said. At the beginning of her presentation, Vermette asks a student to volunteer and she uses sandbags to represent the challenges people face in their day-today lives. As she progresses, she adds more sandbags as she speaks about different stressors. Vermette speaks about what someone who is suicidal might be feeling and what their behaviour might look like, as she says there is often a change in behaviour. “We talk about the sig-
gest contributors to suicide. When asked what people can do to help someone they suspect could be suicidal, Vermette says the first thing is to talk to them. “Ask,” she said. “Be direct. Ask if they’re planning on killing themselves. Listen, nod gently and get help. Because teens and young people really count on their peers for support, we emphasize they need to bring an adult with them. You can be a supportive friend, but you need an adult who can take the next step and go to the resources.” At the end of her presentation, Vermette shares resources and tells the students who they can contact to help them through it, such as a teacher, parent, school counsellor or other
SIGNS TO WATCH FOR The Canadian Mental Health Association offers a list of common suicide warning signs: • sudden change in behaviour (for better or worse); • withdrawal from friends and activities, lack of interest; • increased use of alcohol and other drugs; • recent loss of a friend, family member or parent, especially if they died by suicide; • conflicting feelings or a sense of shame about being gay or straight;
nals of suicide, which are preparation for death, previous attempts at suicide and references to being dead,” she said. “If you are experiencing any of these or know someone who is, we
• mood swings, emotional outbursts, high level of irritability or aggression; • feelings of hopelessness; • preoccupation with death, giving away valued possessions; • talk of suicide: e.g. “no one cares if I live or die;” • making a plan or increased risk-taking; • writing or drawing about suicide (in a diary, for example); • “hero worship” of people who have died by suicide. For more information, visit www.cmha.ca.
need to get help right away. This is something where you don’t want to wait.” Vermette will also speak about mental health issues, as she says depression and anxiety are two of the big-
trusted adult in their life. While the program is geared toward students in Grades 8 to 12, Vermette says she is happy to do her presentation for Parent Advisory Councils or other community groups. Vermette’s presentations have been well received. “From the feedback I’ve received from students and from staff, the feedback has been really positive, and, for the most part, kids have been very grateful because they feel they have tools now; they don’t feel so lost,” she said. “I think it’s helped teachers, too. Teachers are feeling the effects of the suicides in the community and wondering, as we all do, what we could have done and what we all could do.” writer@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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Three new bus shelters are expected to be completed in Courtenay this month. Courtenay council received an update on the city’s bus shelter installation program Monday, which states completion of three new shelters is anticipated for mid-November. Bases for the shelters have been installed, and they will be constructed as soon as the shelters are delivered, according to the report from engineering manager Derek Richmond and planning services director Peter Crawford. The new shelters will be installed eastbound on Ryan Road by the Coastal Community Credit Union, westbound on Ryan Road at the RCMP headquarters, and eastbound in front of 170 Centennial Dr. The Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) applied for funding for the installation of three bus shelters under the BC Transit Bus Shelter Program on behalf of the City of Courtenay. The cost of the shelters is about $24,000, with the City paying 54 per cent of the costs under the BC Transit Bus Shelter Program cost-sharing formula. The approximate cost for the three shelters — all inclusive of bases, shelters and contingencies — is in the order of $50,000, noted Richmond and Crawford.
During Monday’s committee of the whole meeting, Coun. RonnaRae Leonard raised concerns about vandalism at the shelter at the Courtenay and District Museum and about including security in the budget. There may or may not be some use of video cameras, which have been given some consideration, noted Mayor Greg Phelps. Leonard pointed out that the Town of Comox has had the benefit of being a smaller community and having access to Towns for Tomorrow funds that Courtenay is not eligible for, and they’ve had partnerships with the Rotary Club and the fire department to get new bus shelters in their community, and she hoped the city could explore partnership opportunities. The idea of partnerships is still alive, but the City wanted to make sure it at least got some bus shelters up this year, noted Phelps. Coun. Doug Hillian, who has been calling for action on bus shelters since January 2010, was eager to seek partnerships.
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NEIGHBOURS RAY FOLEY (left) and Russell Green found a buck with an arrow through its body on Green’s lawn in Comox last week.
Comox deer mourned Erin Haluschak Record Staff
When Russell Green took his dog for a walk in Comox last Friday, the last thing he expected to find on his front lawn when he came back was a dead deer. Green said when he returned from an early-morning walk it was still dark, and at first glance, he did not see any blood or major injury to the animal. “I had to go to work, so I called the Town (of Comox) and they said they’re not allowed to take deer from my property,” he noted
and added when he returned to his home at lunch, he saw blood on the belly of the deer. A passerby helped moved the buck, and that’s when Green said he saw the arrow. Green’s neighbours Ray and Mickey MacLean-Foley consider the deer, whom they estimate was about two-and-a-half years old, as a pet. “They bleed red, they have a heart, the same as we do,” explained Mickey, who regularly sees the animals in her yard. “It’s devastating, particularly to get out of your house and find
Sirens to wail on Puntledge BC Hydro will test its Puntledge River public warning system on Thursday from approximately 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Public safety is BC Hydro’s highest priority and the tests are part of an audit of BC Hydro’s Puntledge River warning system to ensure the sirens are working as intended, spokesman Stephen Watson said Monday in a news release. The warning system, which replaced an air-raid warning system in early 2010, was designed to provide enhanced warnings on the danger of sudden and higher river flows. Seven sirens, placed from the Comox Dam to Puntledge Park, initiate when water levels increase faster than normal. The most dangerous public safety risk would be a forced shutdown of
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that on your front step. It’s a bit of a shock.” Ray said a conservation officer came to pick up the deer, and added the arrow was about 18 inches long, and pierced right through the ribs. He has no doubt it was on purpose, and not an accident. “We were told it was the third (incident) in about a week. It’s one thing to do this outside city limits, but not within a town,” he noted. “Whoever is doing it knows what they’re doing.” A conservation officer did not return calls by Record deadline. photos@comoxvalleyrecord.com
A 19-year veteran of B.C.’s conservation officer service from Black Creek received the Conservation Officer of the Year award for 2010 in recognition of his outstanding work and professionalism. Environment Minister Terry Lake presented CO Gord Gudbranson with the service’s highest honour at the Conservation Officer Service Ball and Awards Ceremony Saturday in Victoria. “I feel very honoured to be recognized by my peers for this prestigious award,” Gudbranson said. “Protecting the environment and serving the public for the last 19 years has been challenging.” “I want to congratulate Gord Gudbranson on being chosen for this award, and for setting a superb example for other conservation officers to follow,” commented Lake. “As a veterinarian, I appreciate that Officer Gudbranson is known for his compassionate and gentle demeanour when dealing with injured wildlife.” “Gord has a tremendous commitment to investigative challenges and protecting the public from wildlifehuman conflict, and he shows such enthusiasm for helping his col-
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Human rights expert speaking here Friday Co-sponsored at Legion by NIC Faculty Association With all the recent attention in the U.S., Canada and Europe on the costs of corporate greed, it seems timely to draw attention to Canadian mining companies and the impact they have beyond our borders on communities, indigenous peoples and the environment. Grahame Russell, co-director of Rights Action and non-practising lawyer, author and adjunct professor at the University of Northern British Columbia, will speak in Courtenay this Friday.
Russell’s presentation, Mining and Indigenous Rights in the Americas: Connecting Struggles across North and Central America, will cover many of these themes. Maude Barlow of the Council of Canadians recently spent time with Grahame Russell visiting some of these communities, and after meeting with Guatemalans and hearing their stories of threats, intimidation and actual violence, “vowed to go back and deepen our work with groups such as Mining Watch, Common Frontiers and Rights Action to expose the role of Canadian mining companies in Central America (as well as the investments of our Cana-
dian Pension Plan in these operations) and to bring the rule of law to their industry.” Russell will be in Courtenay on Friday evening from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Courtenay Legion Hall at 367 Cliffe Ave. The Courtenay event will include a presentation, silent auction, snacks and live music with Fiftieth Parallel. Admission is by donation ($5 to $10 is suggested). All proceeds will go towards supporting Rights Action projects in Central America. Call Naomi Wolfe at 250-830-3184 for more information or e-mail naomi.wolfe@nic.bc.ca. — North Island College Faculty Association
Seed Savers start meetings The Comox Valley Growers and Seed Savers (CVGSS) are starting a new series of monthly meetings and seed-packing bees. Much requested by the more than 100 members, they will be the first Wednesday of the month, beginning this Wednesday (Nov. 2), at 7 p.m. Several short talks by experienced members will share information. This month’s topics will be Why Having a Messy Garden is Good and Winter Harvesting Using Hoop Cloches. After a delicious local refreshment break, seed packing will occur. “We encourage the public to learn more about seed packing and how to preserve
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Marcus Felgenhauer is running in the Nov. 19 elections to be a Courtenay councillor. “Nineteen years ago, my wife Sandy and I made the best decision of our lives by moving to the Comox Valley. We have worked and owned numerous businesses in the City of Courtenay and have enjoyed all the benefits of living here. “For this reason I have decided to run for city councillor in Courtenay. I feel strongly that it is time to give back to the community. “Working to maintain and improve the quality of life for all our citizens is my primary objective. I will do this by encouraging new business growth to create much-needed, long-term jobs so people can stay at home with their families. I
“My parents immigrated to Canada to give us a better life, and they sure did. From my father, who went from a pot washer to a general manager of a hotel in seven years, I learnt a strong work ethic. “From my sports career, as a national champion college football player and as a MARCUS FELGENHAUER
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junior football coach, I learnt the value of teamwork. I look forward to putting both of these attributes to work serving the people of Courtenay. We live in the best place in the world so let’s keep it that way. On Nov. 19, I urge you to vote.” — Marcus Felgenhauer
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and the young farmers used a lot to try to find out more about crop planning and things like that that are the basics, but also, sometimes disease will take a hold on a farm and you really do need some outside advice. You need the advice of an agrologist, and the extension officer was doing that. So that’s something we’re really looking at because it’s very valuable for the investment.” Agriculture Minister Don McRae, MLA for the Comox Valley, points out that the government’s Jobs Plan targets eight sectors, and agri-foods is one of those sectors. “Agri-foods, if you look at the numbers for farming in B.C., it’s absolutely huge,” he said. “There are $2.4 billion in farm gate sales in B.C. We export
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Community foundation backed by more than 200 More than 200 guests recently had a great time and simultaneously helped the Comox Valley Community Foundation (CVCF) to reach its goal of helping others. During a gala evening at the Florence Filberg Centre, CVCF president Lorne Harder thanked and presented plaques to three outgoing directors from the board — past-president Blaine Douglas, Dave Stevens and Dr. Gino Tancon. The purpose of the gala is to raise funds that will be used to offset operating costs so that the proceeds of the donated funds are available for granting to the community rather than being used for administration. The foundation pools donor funds, which are invested in perpetuity, and the annual earnings are distributed to charitable organizations within the Comox Valley. “We now have over $3,000,000 working for the foundation,” stated Harder. “Since we started giving out grants in 1998, we have been able to distribute over $1 million in the Comox Valley.” Harder continues, “Our first objective is to raise awareness among poten-
tial donors about how the foundation can help them to leave a permanent legacy in the community. We constantly work on strengthening our relationships with financial advisers, notaries and lawyers, so that they, in turn, can advise their clients about the foundation. “This past year, the foundation received three very substantial gifts from the wills and trusts of donors who were previously unknown to us, so we believe that our efforts to raise awareness about the foundation are starting to show tangible results.” The second objective for the foundation is to meet community needs by responding to the evolution of the community. “We rely on our 17-member board to bring a broad spectrum of experience and interests to the foundation,” said Harder. “This helps to ensure that our grants are as diverse as our community. “Naturally, in our role as stewards, our board is very careful in evaluating grant applications since we are responsible to our current donors and future donors as well as potential recipients.” The third objective for
the foundation is to promote charitable giving generally and to help community groups access charitable funds from other sources. The success of the foundation is due to the generosity of the donors and the confidence that those donors have placed in the directors. “We want people to know that we provide a flexible vehicle for the long term,” said Harder. “Building legacies is a very attractive option.” Many of the guests for the gala evening at the Florence Filberg Centre wholeheartedly dressed the part for this year’s theme of Grease. As people arrived, they were immediately transported back to the 1950s thanks to the artistic decorating talents of CVCF director Dove Hendren and the loan of props from the Classic Cruisers. Following dinner, the dance floor was rocking to the great music of Time Well Wasted. More information about the CVCF can be found on their website at www.cvcfoundation.org or by contacting Lorne Harder at 250- 338-1401. — Comox Valley Community Foundation
LIZ TRIBE AND PAT ALLAN really got into the 1950s Grease theme at the Comox Valley Community Foundation gala fundraising evening.
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Christmas Traditions Reindeer AROUND THE GLOBE Families across the globe cherish their Christmas traditions. Customs may be unique to every family, but many countries boast their own unique traditions as well. * Australia: Many Australians celebrate Christmas by coming together at night to sing carols outside. That’s not as chilly as it might sound, as Christmas in Australia actually falls during summer vacation. In fact, many of the country’s most popular Christmas traditions occur outside. * England: Contrary to Australia, England’s weather around Christmastime is much colder. Many of England’s traditions resemble those popular in North America, including wrapping gifts, h a n g i n g stockings over the fireplace and gathering around the Christmas tree. Kids in England write a letter with their wishes to Father Christmas, but unlike mailing those letters like many North American children do, English children toss their letters into a fire so their Christmas wishes can go up the chimney. * France: Christmas celebrations in France begin several weeks before December 25, but Christmas Eve is
most special to many natives of France. On Christmas Eve, church bells ring as people sing noels, or carols. The following day, a feast is enjoyed upon returning home from church. * Germany: In
Germany, the weather is cold during the Christmas season, and in the weeks leading up to Christmas families bake sweet bread, cakes with candied fruits and spicy cookies. Advent wreaths are popular in Germany and are purchased four Sundays before Christmas begins. The wreaths have places for four candles, and families light a
candle on the wreath each Sunday. * Mexico: Families in Mexico celebrate Christmas by decorating their homes with lilies or evergreens. Because the weather is warm, many families also cut designs into brown paper bags before inserting a candle and then setting the designs, called farolitos, along the sidewalk, on windowsills, on rooftops, and along outdoor walls. Many communities in the southwestern United States have adopted this tradition, which they often refer to as luminaria. * Sweden: Christmas celebrations in Sweden begin on December 13, the day the country celebrates St. Lucia’s Day. Celebrations for St. Lucia, t h e patron saint o f light, a r e intricate and involve the whole family. A couple of days before Christmas is when many families select their Christmas tree.
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While Rudolph might be the most famous reindeer, there remains no documented evidence of a red-nosed reindeer guiding Santa’s sleigh on an especially stormy Christmas Eve. But just because no one has yet to find the real Rudolph, that doesn’t mean we don’t know a few things about Santa’s sled buddies. * Reindeer are also known as Caribou in North America. * Females generally weigh between 170 to 260 lbs., while males are often much larger, weighing as little as 200 lbs. but as much as 460 lbs. * Reindeer reside in both the Arctic and Subarctic, and hunting of wild reindeer and herding of semidomesticated reindeer is important to several Arctic and Subarctic
people. * Reindeer fur can vary considerably. In northern populations, reindeer tend to have white fur, while southern populations are darker in color. * Reindeer size can also vary depending on location, as southern reindeer populations tend to be larger than their northern counterparts. * In most reindeer populations, both males and females grow antlers. Among deer, reindeer have the largest antlers in relation to body size. * Males often battle with each other by locking antlers for the right to mate with certain females. * During migration, some reindeer reach speeds of 37-50 miles per hour.
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FREEMASONS TIM YATES, Bob Crookshank, Peter LeTourneux, Butch Montreuil, Bill Barrs, Ron Yates and John Van Egmond helped to offer a turkey dinner to the needy recently.
Masons help serve turkey to needy A group of Freemasons from the three Comox Valley lodges were proud to sponsor and assist in bringing a Thanksgiving dinner to our community’s neediest.
The meal was sponsored Oct. 20 at St. George’s United Church in Courtenay by Masons who consider contributing to the community an important part of being a Freemason.
Many thanks to Courtenay Safeway for providing the turkeys at cost and to Safeway’s Rob Clark for deboning and preparation. Turkeys were cooked and sliced by the Comox
Memory Project to Comox All welcome to hear veterans and others speak On Nov. 2, the Historica-Dominion Institute’s Memory Project Speakers Bureau will host a community reception at Canadian Forces Base Comox. The event will bring together currently serving Canadian Forces personnel, Memory Project veteran volunteers from the Second World War and the Korean War and local Legion members. New volunteer speakers will be recruited as the contributions of existing program volunteers are celebrated. The Memory Project Speakers Bureau is a national bilingual initiative of the Historica-Dominion Institute. The program facilitates speaking engagements between veterans and currently serving Canadian Forces personnel and classrooms and community groups across Canada. With more than 1,500 volunteers, the program reaches over 175,000 Canadians through over 700 visits each year. The Memory Project Speakers Bureau “Lunch and Learn” reception happens Nov. 2 from noon to 2:30 at CFB Comox in the
19 Wing warrants and sergeant’s mess. A complimentary lunch will be served. The Historica Dominion Institute is the largest independent charitable organization in Canada dedicated to promoting history, citizenship, and identity. The institute’s mandate is to build active and informed citizens through a greater knowledge and appre-
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Valley Recovery Centre. Buns were supplied by the Comox Valley Bakehouse (David Thompson and Sonya). Brian Thorould and the cooking staff at St. George’s Church were big contributors, too. All in all, a great team effort. The Comox Valley Freemasons are proud to help in this initiative. When asked why the Masons were doing this, one Mason replied, “Because, that is what we do.” — Comox Valley Freemasons
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This Sunday, the Glacier Grannies will host a sale of Kazuri jewelry at d’Esterre House at 1801 Beaufort Ave. in Comox from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. This is a fundraising project of the Glacier Grannies, a group of grandmothers and “grand others” working in support of the Stephen Lewis Foundation to help “Turn the Tide” of AIDS, TB and Malaria in Africa. For more information on this work go to www.glaciergrannies. org or www.stephenlewisfoundation.org Kazuri jewelry is handmade in Kenya in a workplace located on a part of the coffee plantation once owned by Karen Von Blixen of Out of Africa fame. There are three winners when you purchase this beautiful jewelry — you the buyer, Kazuri employees and the grassroot projects of the Stephen Lewis Foundation. — Glacier Grannies
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Sunday’s telethon streaming globally This year is the 36th anni- from all over the world.” Shaw versary of the Comox Valley TV allows their live feed to Child Development Associa- be streamed online, and Shaw tion’s Telethon that is telecast Cable was quick to provide locally by Shaw TV. the Internet connection and The CVCDA will again significant bandwidth that stream the telethon live on the will be required for streamInternet. ing the telethon to the entire Bob Wells, owner of My Tech world. Pam Crowe, telethon coGuys, has been working bugs ordinator and CVCDA presiout of the system so they are dent, is pleased with this leap prepared to go live this Sun- forward. day from noon “We have been till 8. Remember, talking about CVCDA has Daylight Savings getting the teleTime will make done so much thon streamed your clock “fall” on the Internet back an hour, so for my kids over for years. It was make sure you the past few great that my have updated the family overseas time on all your years seeing were able to see clocks. “It’s pretty speech therapists, what we are doing when it was hapexciting to see occupational pening. To think the convergence that our small of TV and Inter- therapists and net for our local other specialists to town broadcast to the world is still Telethon,” Wells said in a news assist them in their amazing.” CVCDA is also release. “Being development. launching a Twitable to provide Bob Wells ter feed this year this service for for updates so peosuch a great organization as the CVCDA is a ple can follow how much money is raised, performers and other tremendous privilege. “CVCDA has done so much information. Sign up for the for my kids over the past few CVCDA Twitter feed at CVCyears seeing speech therapists, DATelethon. Another high-tech occupational therapists and tool is the ability for people to other specialists to assist them donate to the yelethon online through CanadaHelps.org. The in their development.” His four-year-old twins were link to CanadaHelps.org is on born prematurely. His daugh- the CVCDA’s website. “We were thrilled that since ter has a cleft palate, making feeding and speech more we were set up with Canadifficult. Wells helped set up daHelps.org we have kept and was on call for the tele- receiving donations throughthon last year, but had to head out the year since last year] to Nanaimo with his wife s telethon. We hope that this Michelle for an ultrasound for will continue to boost donatheir third child Quinn, who tions for those that are not was born in January of this local,” said CVCDC executive director Lorraine Aitken. You year. “It was great to be able to can still watch last year’s telebring up the telethon on the thon at http://telethon.mytechcomputer in the treatment guys.ca and call 250-334-9200 room in Nanaimo and watch to donate. — Comox Valley it live,” he recalled. “And since Child Development last November over 1,000 peoCentre ple have logged on to watch it
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Help from CDC saved her family Mark Allan Record Staff
The Comox Valley Child Development Centre saved her family, according to Patricia Rousseau. Rousseau’s first two children are autistic. She brought her first son to the CVCDC in 2008. He and her next son had no language skills initially, so speech occupational therapy was the first step, followed by supportive child development, “which takes children from three on until they hit school age.” Her first son entered the JumpStart program at Courtenay Elementary School, which prepares children for school. He’s now in Grade 1. “Child Development supported us through it all,” she said, including getting him diagnosed. The CVCDC also helped speed up some lags in government paperwork, she said. “They smoothed it
out and got us there faster.” Her second son, who was diagnosed with autism this past May, began at age two in the CDC’s infant development program and is still receiving occupational speech therapy at the CDC. Otherwise, he’s in a home-based program because Rousseau and husband Richard, a search and rescue technician at CFB Comox, have a younger daughter. “When we need some help with how to do our home program, we come here and use the resources and they help us to navigate through the system.” Patricia said the CVCDC was flexible in welcoming her need for a home-based program. “Some centres want you to bring everything to the centre every time,” she noted. “They (CVCDC) said, ‘We’ll support you where you need to be.’ They are extremely flexible and supportive.” The CDC, which Rousseau
described as personable, even helped the Rousseaus to acquire funding for their home-based program. And, since some autism resources are expensive, the CDC has allowed the Rousseaus to “test drive” some to evaluate their effectiveness on their sons before purchasing. Patricia said she runs an autism support group, which the CDC allows to meet the first Wednesday of each month in its building at 237 Third St. in Courtenay. Long story short? “They saved us,” a grateful Rousseau said of the CVCDC. For details about the Comox Valley Child Development Centre, visit www.cvcdc.ca. The CDC’s largest fundraiser of the year is a variety telethon broadcast live from the Old Church Theatre this Sunday from noon to 8. A record amount of $109,935 was raised at last year’s 35th annual editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com event.
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Artshow deadline Nov. 15 This Dec. 2 and 3, the Cumberland Museum and Archives will present a special art event inspired by the physical and cultural landscape of the village of Cumberland. Cumberland as Muse is a multi-media art show featuring paintings, sculpture, photographs, short films, art cards and more, all inspired by the people, places, stories and impressions of Cumberland. Organizers are putting out the final call to local artists to come and be part of the show, and the final deadline to participate is Nov. 15. Cumberland as Muse is both a celebration of village life and an important fundraiser for the Cumberland Museum. Exhibitors can have a full exhibit space or be part of the Community Exhibit Area. Whether you have one piece or 10, you are welcome to apply to be part of the show. Exhibitors agree to a flat fee or to share a percentage of sales with the museum. The Cumberland Museum will also pull photos and paintings from the collection to be viewed for the first time in years. From old pictures of Cumberland’s Chinatown to photos of The Big Time Out and everything in between, this show is sure to be an incredible journey through the Cumberland landscape. Space is limited, and it is likely there will not be room for all submissions. To be part of the latest People’s Museum of Cumberland project, e-mail Toni today at the Cumberland Museum at toni@cumberlandmuseum.ca or visit www.cumberlandmuseum.ca to download an application form. — Cumberland Museum and Archives
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Elks hall welcoming Jazztet More than a century of combined jazz experience Georgia Straight Jazz Society features Jazztet as the featured band for Thursday Jazz at the Elks’ this week. Jazztet is the busiest combo in the Valley. This group has been the host band every Sunday at the Griffin Pub for the past three years. With over a century of combined jazz experience and performance credits from London to Tokyo, these talented musicians have honed and refined their sound and are one of the coolest, most innovative groups in the Comox Valley. Jazztet consists of John Ringstead on guitar, Mike Schwarz on saxophones, Don MacKay on bass, Ralph Barrat on vocals, Bill Street on drums and newcomer Mike Eddy on piano. Eddy is a wonderful experienced jazz pianist with a pedigree background. An inventive and swinging player, he ignites the band
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WinterFair returning soon Cumberland’s annual winter arts and crafts fair is just around the corner. The 2011 magical and always-lively Cumberland WinterFair will take place Dec. 3 at the Cumberland Recreation Institute from 10 to 4. Presented by the Cumberland Chamber of Commerce and Tourist Bureau, Cumberland WinterFair features live music, over 50 vendors, tasty food and great community vibes. This week is the final deadline to get your application in for the 2011 fair.
Vendors of hand made, fair trade or homemade toys, music, baking, clothing, candles, cards, housewares, jewelry and other gifts are welcome to apply. Come and be part of a great community event that encourages folks to shop local and delight in the handmade creations of local and regional artists and crafters. Occupy your local craft fair this Christmas! To download an application form, go to www.cumberlandbc.org. — Cumberland Chamber of Commerce and Tourist Bureau
HERE’S A SCENE from Cave of Forgotten Dreams, the next in a series of films sponsored by the Comox Valley Art Gallery.
World’s oldest art in this cave Werner Herzog is a wizard at conjuring unforgettable visions, from the ship dragged over the mountain in Fitzcarraldo to the Antarctic landscape in Encounters at the End of the World. Now he brings us the earliest known visions of mankind: the Chauvet-Pont-d’Arc cave art of southern France. Premiering at the 2010 Toronto International Film Festival, and receiving rave reviews worldwide, Cave of Forgotten Dreams brings these remarkable paintings to vivid life. The Chauvet cave was sealed shut by a landslide for 20,000 years until it was found accidentally in 1994 by local cavers Christian Hillaire, Eliette Brunel-Deschamps and Jean-Marie Chauvet after whom the cave was named. Since its discovery, access has been extremely restricted. This invaluable historic site had been open only to a select group of scientists until legendary director Herzog obtained extraordinary permission to film these ancient artworks. With limited time, a skeleton crew and an improvised lighting system, Herzog reveals to us a breathtaking subterranean world and leads us to the 32,000-year-old artworks (the world’s oldest cave paintings). In that deeply moving moment of encounter, we come face to face with pristine and astonishingly realis-
tic drawings of horses, cattle and lions, which for the briefest second come alive in the torchlight. Cave of Forgotten Dreams in 3-D will be shown this Sunday at 5 p.m. at the Rialto Theatre in Courtenay at the Driftwood Mall. 3-D glasses will be supplied by the theatre, but you are welcome to bring your own. Tickets at $11 each are available at the CVAG gift shop in downtown Courtenay, Video’s N More in Comox, and if not sold out will also be avail-
able at the door (in the Rialto lobby, cash only, exact change appreciated). For more information, call 250-338-6211 or visit www.comox-
valleyartgallery.com for a complete listing of films including film synopsis, reviews and trailers. — Comox Valley Art Gallery
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Lyric tenor helps to launch series The Comox Valley Piano Society has organized exciting concerts for the coming season. Leading Canadian concert pianist Glen Montgomery returns to the Comox Valley on Nov. 12. Montgomery resides in Lethbridge, Alta., where he is on faculty at the University of Lethbridge. He has been coming to the Valley for 30 years, presenting concerts and offering master classes and private lessons to local piano students. This year, he will bring a colleague, Blaine Hendsbee, a lyric tenor. Dr. Hendsbee is heard regularly in opera, oratorio and art song recitals throughout Canada and the United States. On March 18, Peter Walker will present a piano concert entitled Drama in Music. Walker and his wife are newcomers to the Valley, having retired here from Calgary in 2010. Walker taught in Calgary high schools and taught private piano for many years. During that time, he was very active in a piano performance group. Now in his retirement, he has prepared a very interesting
GLEN MONTGOMERY LAUNCHES the Comox Valley Piano Society season Nov. 12. concert. Ending the series in April (date to be announced) is a 14-year-old piano sensation from Campbell River, Carter Johnson. Last year, Johnson was the winner of the Strathcona Symphony’s Concert Competition and won rave reviews for his performance with
the orchestra. More recently, he won second place in a national competition sponsored by the Canadian Federation of Music Teachers. All concerts sponsored by the Comox Valley Piano Society are held at the Stan Hagen Theatre at North Island College, where the society houses its Yamaha concert grand piano. Tickets are available at Blue Heron Books, Laughing Oyster Bookstore and Videos ‘N More. Further information about the concerts and membership in the piano society is available by visiting www.comoxvalleypianosociety.com or calling 250-339-7782. The Comox Valley Piano Society was formed in 1990 to provide a quality instrument on which local students could take examinations, participate in recitals and workshops. The society administers the Marie Josephine Richard Scholarships, senior Piano Music Awards and Shirley Fletcher Book Awards. Over the years, the society has continued to contribute to the cultural scene by sponsoring professional concerts. — Comox Valley Piano Society
Mind, Body & Soul
Versatility of Wells showcased at Elks Treat yourself to another evening of music this Wednesday at 8 p.m. at the Elks’ open mic night. Performing everything from classical to country and rock to jazz, Charlie Wells hosts this week’s session. His last open mic night kicked off with the likes of Hoyt Axton, Louis Armstrong and Albert King. To the pleasure of the lis-
tening audience, Wells and the gang kept the music rolling non-stop until 11 p.m. Next week’s host band will be the Bill Street Combo, giving players and listeners a variety of styles to enjoy in a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere. For more information, phone 250-334-2512. — Elks
Siegfried sings at Rialto The next offering from the Metropolitan Opera at the Rialto Theatre is Siegfried. In part three of the Ring, Wagner’s cosmic vision focuses on his hero’s early conquests, while Robert Lepage’s revolutionary stage machine transforms itself from bewitched forest to mountaintop love nest. Gary Lehman sings the title role, and Deborah
Voigt’s Brünnhilde is his prize. Bryn Terfel is the Wanderer. Fabio Luisi conducts. Siegfried plays at the Rialto Theatre this Saturday at 9 a.m. Tickets are on sale now and cost $21.95 (plus taxes) for adults and youth and $18.95 (plus taxes) for children and seniors $18.95. For more information, call 250-338-5502. — Rialto Theatre
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lb
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236ml
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200gr
99
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99
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100gr
212-274gr
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3 345-500gr
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100gr
4$
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600gr
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99
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500gr
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5 3 334-433gr
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Mozzarellissima Ball NEW! 340gr
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2$
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Lasagna or Spaghetti
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125gr
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3 $ for
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Baking Pitted Dates
200gr
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2 ree
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Quick Oats 2.25kg
for
for
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750ml
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3
2 $7
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4
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Golden Boy
2 $5
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Ocean Spray
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for
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99
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2$
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255gr
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5 For
2$ for
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2$ for
for
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156gr
200-310gr
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3$
5
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99 2
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3$ for
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2$ for
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99 2 Plus Applicable Fees
2$ for
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1kg
3$
99
Thirst Quencher
Coconut
for
7
99
390-500ml
99
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Golden Boy
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100gr
212-274gr
99
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2
5 3$ 4 Pecans
Lean Cuisine Selections
Assorted Sizes
1.66lt
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3 345-500gr
Natural Peanut Butter
Rich & Creamy Frozen Dessert
750gr
For
680ml
Stouffer’s
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Adams
Raisins
100gr
4$
99
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700- 900gr
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680ml
for
Almonds
¢
Tomato Sauce
3 99
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540ml
99
12x355ml
3
99
480-594gr
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600gr
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Tomatoes
99
Cookies
500gr
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Microwave Popcorn
5 3 334-433gr
Dad’s
Ricotta
Mozzarellissima Ball NEW! 340gr
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Lasagna or Spaghetti
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1000 Jell-O No Bake Real Cheesecake 314gr
3000
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White Tiger Prawn Tails
Frozen or Previously Frozen
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49
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Caribbean Lobster Tail Frozen or Previously Frozen
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1
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284ml
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11
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225gr
500ml
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Dempster’s WholeGrains Bagels 12 Grain, 6’s
5000
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Annie’s
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Selected, 170gr
Olafson’s Greek Pitas Original, 5’s
3500
Dempster’s WholeGrains Tortillas Ancient Grains, 488gr
5000
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5000 Spectrum Sesame Oil Unrefined, 375ml
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2$ for
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69
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B.C. Grown “New Crop”
Winter Squash 1.92 per kg
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1
4.39 per kg
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1lb Bag
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Cunningham wins world skeet doubles title Earle Couper Record Staff
Seeing double was a good thing for Lisa Cunningham at the 76th annual National Skeet Shooting Association (NSSA) World Championships. Competing on the opening day (Sept. 30) of the week-long event the Comox Valley sharpshooter scored 88 out of 100 then won a shoot-off to capture first place
in the D division of the doubles category. It was the second straight year Cunningham has attended the world championships, which were again held at the National Shooting Complex in San Antonio, Tex. Last year she and her Browning 525 shotgun won two medals by placing in the 12- and
20-gauge categories. She did not compete in doubles in 2010 but did so this year because, “I love doubles. It’s so much fun. You’ve got two birds coming at the same time (one from the left and one from the right; one high and one low). Because it’s going so fast you don’t have time to think.” Cunningham and Richard Haas
both scored 88 to set up their shoot-off showdown later in the day. The waiting was definitely the hardest part, as the shoot-off ended quickly. “It was a very long day. We had to wait and wait” for the shoot-off, which finally got underway at 7:30 p.m. “Mr. Haas showed up in a wheelchair, and I thought ‘Hmmm, he’s handicapped and I’m handicapped (amputee), so let’s see where this goes,’’’ Cun-
ningham said. “He went first and hit his high bird but missed his low bird. All I had to do was hit both my birds and I’d won. I do that and everybody’s ‘Oh, congratulations!’ and I was thinking, ‘That can’t be it. I’ve got a whole box of shells in my pocket, there’s got to be more. But that was it,” she said of the sudden death shoot-off. “It was kind of a letdown.” See SHARPSHOOTER, page 30
Captain plays key role in steering Yetis to victory With league’s top scorer on bench, Kings lose rare VIJHL contest Kalan Anglos Special to the Record
The captain of a sports team is one who commands, leads, or guides his team through thick and thin; through good and bad. When that captain is absent, the ship can veer off course. In the case of the Comox Valley Glacier Kings, the team (or ship) was momentarily rudderless in the absence of their captain this weekend. Jackson Garrett, the captain and one who guides the Kings toward victory, is not only displaying his leadership this season, he is showing his offensive prowess as well. Through 15 games, the Yetis’ captain has tallied 18 goals to go along with 18 assists. Those 36 points are good enough for first place in the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League, seven points ahead of Victoria’s Steve Axford. “He’s been huge for us this year,” said Kings’ defenceman Desmond Bast, who is yet to return to action from a concussion suffered earlier this year. “He sets the table for the rest of the guys and really steps his game up when we need him most.” Perhaps, on Saturday night, the Kings could have used their captain when they hosted their North Division rival Campbell River Storm. Garrett, sidelined with a knee injury, could only sit and watch as his team succumbed to the determined Storm onslaught. Looking for their first win against the Kings this year, the Storm were powered by forward Dane Feeney, who opened the scoring at 9:25 of the first period. Adam Robertson answered for the Kings, throwing the puck on net which somehow squeaked past Storm goaltender Nick Babich.
KEEPING THE CREASE clean, Keegan Fletcher of the Glacier Kings prevents Chase Haley from reaching the puck during scramble near the net in Saturday’s VIJHL tilt at the Comox Valley Sports Centre. PHOTO BY JIM HOCKLEY But the Storm took over in the second, firing four goals, two by Feeney (first star) to give him the hat trick before the end of the frame. Chase Haley scored the only goal in the third to give Campbell River the 6-2 victory. The lone bright spot for the Kings was goaltender Jackson Winkler, who replaced starter Ben Tarnowski in the second period. Winkler saved 20 of the 21 shots he faced and did his best to keep the Kings in the game. On Sunday, the Kings travelled to Parksville to take on another
North Division foe, the Oceanside Generals. Garrett, back in the lineup to steer the Kings back on course, was there to lead the way. With the top line of Garrett, Myles Powell, and Garrett Brandsma intact, the Kings went to work. Garrett Halls got the scoring started, receiving a no-look pass from Brandsma. Powell hooked up with his top line counterparts before Taylor Grobowski answered back for the Generals. Garrett scored his first of the game on the power play, while Powell made it
a 4-1 game to end an exciting first period. In the second, Garrett (second star) scored, set up again by Powell (third star) and Halls. Nathan Deyell replied for the Generals before the end of the period to make it 5-2. In the third Winkler, getting the start after his impressive relief work the night before, shut the door stopping all 13 shots he faced in the period to seal the victory. Brandsma (first star) assisted on four of the five Yeti goals. With the team heading in the
right direction once again, the Kings play another home-andhome against the Storm this weekend. The first game goes Friday, Nov. 4 at the Rod Brind’Amour Arena in Campbell River while the following night the Kings will host the Storm at the Comox Valley Sports Centre. Puck drop for both games is 7:30 p.m. Kalan Anglos is the Internet voice of the Glacier Kings. All their home games can be heard by following the links at www. glacierkings.ca.
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Things didn’t improve at the medal ceremony, where Cunningham was awarded a pin – with a trap field instead of a skeet field on it – rather than a medal. “If you win your class you should get something better than a pin,” Cunningham said. Despite those details, Cunningham enjoyed her time at the championships. Her 88 was her best doubles score ever: “I was happy with that,” she said. She was also close to her averages in her other events, but the competition was tough. “I shot 93 in one class but if I had 98 I wouldn’t have won. The guy who won had 99.” The scores weren’t the only thing in the 90s. The National Shooting Complex is an outdoor facility,
and Cunningham said it was very, very hot. “Two mornings were comfortable. The rest of the time it was between 86 and 92 degrees – 92 is 33 Celsius, but the humidity was in the mid to high 90s. I don’t think I’ve ever drank so much water,” said Cunningham, adding it was unusual to be wearing shorts and a tank top in early October. Making things more interesting was a notso-gentle breeze. “Doubles was an extremely windy day. Depending on which way it was blowing, the wind could drive the high birds very fast into the ground whereas the low birds were kind of hanging up there. Your whole rhythm is out. And a big part of doubles is getting that rhythm.” Cunningham’s mother and sister accompa-
LISA CUNNINGHAM DISPLAYS the pin she earned for winning the Division D doubles title at the NSSA world championships. PHOTO BY EARLE COUPER
nied her on this year’s trip, and she said three of the competitors she met at last year’s worlds came to watch her shoot-off. “There’s that little family thing … it was exciting to have them there.” Meeting people from all over the world is part of the attraction of attending the championships. While scores are kept individually, shooters compete in groups of five. “This year the other fellows in my squad were from South Africa,” Cunningham noted. She said she plans to return to the world championships next year for another go at the doubles, and adds some of her club mates from the Courtenay and District Fish & Game Protective Association may accompany her.
LOCKED NOT LOADED Think you’ve got problems clearing airport security with a bottle of shampoo? Try packing a shotgun. “Going down (to San Antonio) was easy. Coming back it took me an hour to get through security,” at her Texas point of departure, said Lisa Cunningham of her return flight from the NSSA world championships.
She said having a world-class shooting facility such as the one at the local fish and game club definitely helps her prepare for the worlds. Anyone interested in
“I had to wait for somebody to take me to a small room. Security swabbed the case and alarms went off. I had to wait for a supervisor. “They asked, “Any ammo?’ No. ‘Is it locked?’ Yes. ‘OK, you’re good to go.’ “It was a shotgun, not a box cutter,” joked Cunningham, who otherwise thoroughly enjoyed her second trip to the worlds.
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V.I. Snow Show set to go this Sunday Vancouver Island’s largest new and used ski, board and snow sport equipment gear sale is being held Nov. 6 at Queneesh Elementary School. If you are using outdated snow gear, here is your chance to move up to some new or newer skis, board, boots, bindings, clothing, snowshoes and or related equipment at bargain prices. “Not only is it a win for you, the purchaser, but the 15 per cent sales commission goes a long way in sup-
Saturday men in the swing The results of Glacier Greens Saturday Men’s golf for Oct. 29 were as follows: Hcp. 0-11: Low gross James Dickson 71, John Ringstead 74 c/b, Randy Robinson 74 c/b. Low net Blair Peacock 66, Larry Lott 67 c/b, Rod Cobham 67. Hcp. 12-16: Low gross Ferg Webster 82, Paul Schroeder 83, Lyle Torrie 85 c/b. Low net Ross Dowe 68, Pat Renaud 70, John Holley 71 c/b. Hcp. 17+: Low gross William Chiki 86, Frank Gibson 87, Brian Hotsenpiller 88. Low net Reg Meeres 67, Bill Krier 69, Gary Wood 70 c/b. Shotgun start Saturday is at 9:30 a.m.
eral porting several non-profit community service groups including Comox Valnd ley Ground Search and Rescue, Mt. Washington Ski Patrol Association, Adaptive Skiers Association and the Mount Washington Ski Club. This event is a major fundraiser for these organziations,” an event spokesperson said. Search and Rescue members will volunteer their time on Nov. 6 to assist the pub-
lic in moving through the large v e n u e at Quen e e s h Elementary located at ry, 2345 Mission Rd. in Courtenay, between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. and answer questions about gear suitability. The Vancouver Island Snow Show was started by Forbidden Ski Patrol over 40 years ago. If you have good used gear to sell you may bring it to the school on either Nov. 5 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. or Nov. 6 from 8
to 10 a.m. only. Doors open at 11 a.m. sharp for the sale. “Be there early as there is usually a large lineup,” organizers advise. “This year we also have a new large retailer bringing in 600 new and as-new items to blow out at garage sale prices.” There is an entry fee of $2 per person or $5 per family and for gear sales, $1 per item and 15 per cent commission for goods sold. “It is rumoured that we may have another La Nina year which means we could be in luck for another big
snow season. Do not miss out on this opportunity to gear up the whole family at significant savings,” the spokesperson added. For more information contact the sale manager (Mel) at 250331-1990. – Vancouver Island Snow Show 2011
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Towhees top Milne to earn playoff berth A trip to the playoffs was up for grabs, and the G.P. Vanier Towhees punched their ticket to the post-season by defeating EJ Milne of Victoria 49-20 in senior varsity high school football action, The Sept. 28 game was played under the lights on a wet, cool, misty night at Bill Moore Memorial Park. Each team had played three league games with Milne winning two and Vanier winning just one. Milne had passed for 574 yards and run for 223 yards. Vanier had passed for 219 yards and run for 906 yards, setting the stage for a classic battle between a run and pass offence. Milne kicked off, and Vanier’s first play was an incomplete pass. But from that point on it was the crushing running of Connor Willis and Nolan Laderoute, down after down, that culminated in a Willis touchdown and one-point conversion. “Our offensive line was doing a superb job,” said Vanier coach Bob Campbell. Willis kicked off and
the Towhees pinned Milne deep in their own half, in part because of the hard work of its defensive line. It was three and out for Milne and the resulting punt went five yards because of Vanier’s defensive pressure. Taking over on Milne’s 35-yard line, the Towhees continued their punishing running game and Laderoute finished the drive with a TD. Willis converted. Milne revved up its passing game and made some great plays resulting in a touchdown, but they came up short on the convert. Milne kicked off and the Vanier offence started to once again grind the ball down the field. Milne changed tactics and started to blitz and the result was a fumble, recovered by Milne. The visitors resumed their aerial attack and tallied another unconverted touchdown. Milne then kicked off and the combination of Willis and Laderoute drove the Towhees down the field, with Willis scoring another touchdown just before
halftime. The conversion made it 21-12 Vanier. To begin the third quarter Vanier kicked off for a touchback. The Towhee defence rose to the occasion and linebacker Brandon Hudson snagged a pick-six, which Willis converted. After the kickoff Milne resumed its passing game and drove to the 25-yard line. Vanier’s defence rose to the occasion and sacked Milne’s quarterback for a 20-yard loss, but a penalty negated the sack and Milne scored another passing TD and tacked on a twopoint conversion. At this point two things happened. Vanier’s defence converted into a pass defence, and quarterback Ian Curry went to a longer count on the offence which proceeded to catch Milne’s defence offside a number of times and helped to negate their blitzing. A handful of Milne players became very agitated and the penalty flags started to fly. As the PA announcer commented; “There were so many flags
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back. Willis ran for 148 yards and three touchdowns. He had eight kickoffs for 460 yards, four touchbacks, and converted 7-of-7. Laderoute ran for 89 yards and three TDs. Curry passed five times completing three of them, two to Dylan Wyatt and one to Huacuja. Hudson led the
defence with eight tackles, one QB sack and one interception for a TD. Derick Senft had three tackles. Cole Patterson had two tackles and one sack. Vanier wraps up their regular season Saturday, Nov. 5 at 1 p.m. at Bill Moore park against Gulf Islands. – G.P. Vanier Towhee football
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Ron of Ron de Delly a resident of Cumberland Cumberland lodge, lodge, passed passed away away peacefully peacefully on on Sunday Sunday October 30, 30, 2011, 2011, with with family family at at October his his side. side. He He was was predeceased predeceased by by brothers brothers Wally Wally and and Dennis; Dennis; daughter Sandra Sandra and and grandsons grandsons daughter Jason Jason and and Dustin. Dustin. Ron Ron is is survived survived by by son son Vince; Vince; daughter daughter Connie, Connie, Debbie, Debbie, Donna, Tricia Tricia and and Kathy; Kathy; brother brother Donna, and and sisters sisters Larry, Larry, Marguerite, Marguerite, Joyce, Joyce, Diane, Diane, Wayne, Wayne, Carol, Carol, Brian Brian and and Pat Pat as as well well as as numerous, numerous, grandchildren, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces nieces and and nephews. nephews. A gathering gathering of of family family and and friends friends in in celebration celebration of of his his life life will will A take take place place at at Comox Comox Valley Valley Funeral Funeral Home, Home, Cremation Cremation and and Reception Reception Center, Center, 1101 1101 Ryan Ryan Road Road on on Friday, Friday, November November 4th 4th at 2pm. 2pm. at
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DEATHS
December 23, 1933 – October 25, 2011 It is with saddened hearts that we mourn the passing of Ronald Carpenter. Ron was a jack of all trades. He was a man that served the Royal Canadian Navy, a man that fathered seven children, a man that always had numerous projects on the go and a man that could always bring a smile to your face. Ron is predeceased by his son Michael and wife of 56 years Betty. He is survived by daughters Bonnie Harvey (Lance), Brenda Medgyes (Imre), and survived by sons Brian, Brad (Cathie), Darrel (Alisa), and Rick. Ron was also a grandfather to 10 grandchildren - Cheryl Walker, Drew Harvey, Jeremy, Kris, Matt and Anneke Medgyes, Bryce Carpenter, Teresa Carpenter, Karley Carpenter and Ashley Husak (Jay). Ron also leaves behind brothers Chester (Lorraine), Ernie (Carol), and Art (Bev), along with numerous nieces and nephews. Ron will be remembered most for his courage and his ability to bring humour into every situation. He had the exterior of a man much more weathered, but the demeanour of a young school boy who was thrilled to create and eager to explore what technology had to offer. No service is planned, as per Ron’s wishes.
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In loving memory of FLORENCE GREAVES (nee McCauley) March 29, 1926 - September 27, 2011 Mom was born in Scotch Bush in the County of Renfrew, Ontario; one of 11 children. Her mother died in child birth when she was nine at which time she quit school to stay home and mother the younger children and assist her father who drilled water wells. After her father’s passing when she was 14 she continued to raise her family. At 21 she met and married Joseph Greaves and farmed the family homestead in Hankford; during this time they birthed 6 children. Joe went north in Ontario and began work in the Kerr Addison Gold Mines and moved the family to Cheminis, Ontario where they had two more children and lost two during pregnancy. Joe developed a lung condition and was forced to quit working underground so went west in 1965 to B.C. In September of 1965 mom packed up the family and we took the train to Terrace, B.C. In December dad was killed in a hunting accident leaving mom with 7 children at home, the oldest being 16. For the ďŹ rst time in her life mom had to work outside the home to support us. She worked hard as a short order cook, housekeeper and later in a ďŹ sh cannery in Prince Rupert, B.C. Life was not easy for mom but she always worked hard sometimes two jobs at a time. She still found time to go ďŹ shing, hunting, swimming, and tobogganing with us. We always had a large garden and laundry was done on a scrub board, water was from a hand dug well, and we always had wonderful homemade bread. Over the years mom fostered a number of children and there was always a seat at the table for which ever friend we might have dragged home. In 1970 we moved to Vancouver Island; after a couple years mom moved back to Terrace taking the 4 youngest children. Mom enjoyed the many years she volunteered cooking at the Legion and at the seniors center ‘The Happy Gangâ€?. After an injury in the cannery she was unable to work again but did what she could. She was always ready to help her children out when needed. After retirement she divided her years between Terrace and Vancouver Island where ďŹ ve of her children lived with their families. About two years ago she moved to Weyburn, Saskatchewan to be with another son and daughter. Not in good health, with kidney failure and diabetes, she eventually moved into Tatagwa View Long Term Care in November 2010 where she was well taken care of by the staff. At 4:30 a.m. Tuesday, September 27th she lost her struggle and surrendered to the gentle hands of the Lord with family at her bedside. Florence was predeceased by her husband Joseph and two sons Shannon and Joseph. Left to mourn are her three daughters, Emily (Jim) Oliver of Terrace, B.C., Lucill Gainer of Weyburn, Saskatchewan, Marie Greaves (Jordy) of Campbell River, B.C., and three sons, Charles (Paula) Greaves of Black Creek. B.C., Stephen (Carol) Greaves of Weyburn Saskatchewan and Peter (Pam) Greaves of Cumberland, B.C. along with 17 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren. A celebration of her life will be held on Sunday November the sixth, from 2pm-5pm at the Salvation Army Church, 291 McLean St. Campbell River. Come and join the family in remembering this special lady.
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Iva Sybil Haw March 13, 1922 - October 26, 2011 Our sweet Sybil left this world peacefully on October 26, at The Views Eagle View with her sister Loretta (Lori) by her side at the proud age of 89. She was predeceased by her husband Edwin Haw, mother Uretta Martin, father George Martin, and her 3 siblings Muriel Marshall, Wilbert Martin, Clarence Martin and sister in law Beatrice Martin. She is survived by her sister Loretta (Lori) Wear (Joseph), sister in law Reva Martin, nephews and nieces Michele Roger, Russ Wear (Leanne), Susan Sarada, Faye Cawsey (Mark), Laura Marshall (Larry), Angela Brawn (Gary), George Martin (Mary), Calvin Martin (Jayne), Blaine Martin (Trinda). She also left behind 11 great nephews and nieces. Sybil took great joy in being called Auntie Auntie Sybil by some of them. She had great elegance and took pride in her organized life and loved to be the one sitting on the sidelines observing her outgoing family. Her calmness and gentle character blessed us all. Sybil enjoyed line dancing, western music, watching curling on TV, walking, but her greatest pleasure was when she bought a new pair of shoes. Sybil always had sugar cookies in her cookie jar and every member of the family loved them. She was known to us as the “sugar cookie queen�. She loved to travel and saw a great deal of the world. A huge thanks to Dr. Daws and the receptionists in the office for the care and love they showed to Sybil. Also, thank you to the wonderful staff in the Transition Unit on the second floor of St. Joseph’s Hospital in Comox. Thank you as well, to the incredible team of nurses and staff in The Views Eagle View that gave Sybil great comfort and care. God bless you all. A special thank you needs to go out to Angela and Gary Brawn who supported and sat by Sybil in her final hours and gave sister Lori, Joseph and family comfort, care and compassion. A celebration of her life will be held at Piercy’s Mount Washington Funeral Home on Saturday, November 5 at 1:00pm with Pastor Ken Gaglardi officiating. A tea will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Joseph’s General Hospital Foundation. Please specify that the donation goes to The Views “Eagle View�.
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CITY OF YELLOWKNIFE Lifeguard/Instructor. Come join the adventure in the Diamond Capital of North America! The City of Yellowknife is currently seeking an enthusiastic and qualified individual to assume the position of Lifeguard/Instructor at the Ruth Inch Memorial Pool in Yellowknife. The City offers an attractive salary of $54,270-$63,652 plus housing allowance, comprehensive benefits package and relocation assistance. For more information on this position and the qualifications required, please refer to the City of Yellowknife’s web page at: www.yellowknife.ca or contact Human Resources at (867) 920-5603. Submit resumes in confidence no later than November 11, 2011, quoting competition #602138U to: Human Resources Division, City of Yellowknife, P.O. Box 580, YK, NT, X1A 2N4; Fax: 867-669-3471 or Email: hr@yellowknife.ca
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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
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DEATHS
DEATHS
Marika Lalic 1932 - 2011
A reception will follow the interment at the family home, 1609 Oak Place, Courtenay.
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Russ and Laura Dunkley are pleased to announce the birth of their first granddaughter
Malin Lilie DRENNAN
on September 8th, 2011 weighing 5 lb 11 oz. Proud parents are Chelsea and Tyler Drennan of Victoria
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to TONEFF FUNERAL SERVICES.
Funeral Services 250 338 4463 “where your family comes first” www.comoxvalleyfunerals.com DEATHS SEYMOUR Marga Gislinde Marga was born in Pfefflebach, Germany on the 24th of November 1943 and passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, 30 October 2011.
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The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the nurses and caregivers at The Views and a special thank you to Tasula Stavropoulos and Aida Apostolakos for loving Mom all these years.
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Marika passed away October 27, 2011 at the age of 79. She will be forever missed by her loving and devoted sons, Jim and Alex, grandchildren Marika, Gregory, Tayler, Alyssa, Aiden and Zachary, sister, Katina, niece Barbara, nephew Peter and all the hearts she touched both near and far. A graveside service will be held on Friday, November 4th at 2pm at Courtenay Civic Cemetery.
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Where ever she went and whatever she did, Marga’s character shone brightly and she chose to share her life with us all. She touched all our hearts with her warm tender hands, her quiet soothing smile and comforting touch and reassuring words. She reminded us often, that we’re all the same and capable of achieving our dreams. She neither complained, nor did she ever allow life’s circumstances to push her down or hold her under. She taught us all to never hesitate to express our emotions and we loved the wonderful woman that she was. It had always been said in hushed conversations and quiet tones, as everyone who knew her could attest, that she truly had an enormous heart of gold. Life gets busy and we tend to forget and forgo much, but Marga always recognized and appreciated those around her. She expressed her appreciation, sincerely with warmth and without expectation of anything in return. She lived her life from her heart, and be you friend, family or acquaintance, if you needed to cry, she would be your shoulder, if you needed to be happy, she would be your smile, and anytime you needed a friend, she was always there with open arms. She is survived by her mother Ernestine, her husband of more than fifty years Ken, her three children and their respective families. Her family would like to thank Doctors Reggler, Blacklock and Fitzpatrick, her wonderful home care Nurse Eileen and the truly exceptional nursing staff at St. Joseph’s hospital. A celebration of Marga’s life will take place on Friday, 4 November, at Piercy’s Mt. Washington Funeral Home, 440 England Avenue, Courtenay, BC at 1 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Alberta earthmoving company requires a Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. You will work in a modern shop and also have mechanics truck for field work. The job is at Edson, Alberta. We require that you have experience on Cat crawlers and or Deere excavators. Call Lloyd at (780)723-5051. BURGER KING Courtenay is looking for Cashiers & Sales Associates. F/T - P/T. $9 - $13 P/H depending on exp. & availability. Apply in person at 2751 Cliffe Ave. or Fax resume to 250-703-4732 We are still hiring - Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilfield construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilfield roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transportation daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-723-5051.
CONSTRUCTION COMPANY requires Dispatch Manager Central Interior. Must ensure smooth, efficient scheduling of material delivery & perform operational tasks for truck fleet. Candidates will be organized, proactive and work well under stress. Experience in trucking an asset. Forward resumes to paverswanted@yahoo.ca. DUDUZA BED & Bath Boutique Store is looking for a part time sales associate with retail and customer service experience. Please drop off resume at 1761 Comox Ave. EXPERIENCED CHILD/YOUTH CARE WORKERS, required to support children with disabilities to enjoy community activities and to assist with social skill development. Experience with Autism, family centered practice and working independently as well as part of a team are assets, but more important is a positive attitude towards people with disabilities, a caring nature and a willingness to learn. Applicants must have reliable transportation, and be available for a variety of shifts including afternoons, evenings and weekends. A criminal record check will be required. Submit resumes to: Attn: Debby Tutt, Out Of School Care Service, 237 - 3rd Street. Courtenay, B.C. V9N 1E1 or fax: 338-9326 or email to oosc@cvcda.ca.
Janitorial Company now hiring for more info phone 250-334-3117
Holbrook Dyson Logging Ltd Has vacancies in the following job: Heavy Duty Mechanic. Details can be seen at http://hdlogging.com/ Fax resume to 250-287-9259
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EXPERIENCED BUSINESS OFFICE/FINANCE MANAGER Successful candidate must possess strong negotiation and communication skills plus a drive to earn an above average income. A strong attention to detail is required to handle administrative tasks such as completing all the paperwork (with accuracy and thoroughness) involved with purchasing a vehicle. A comprehensive knowledge of the financial marketplace and keeping abreast of changes in products and interest rates is necessary. Job duties include: • Offering vehicle financing and insurance and providing customers with a thorough explanation of aftermarket products including extended warranties and protection packages • Processing financing and leasing deals accurately and securing approval through financial sources to secure approval and through the proper channels. • Creating and maintaining a program with the sales department that will ensure all new sales are ready for delivery by working closely with sales management and staff as well as parts and service departments where applicable. • Providing the sales team with information on finance and lease programs and the benefits of the dealership’s financing and extended service programs. Preference will be given to those candidates who have a proven track record in the Business office and automotive sales experience. We offer a competitive pay plan and benefits package. Applicants should supply references upon submission of resume.
ISLAND HONDA
Apply to Island Honda in person at 1025 Comox Road, Courtenay. Resume may be faxed to 250-338-0400 attention General Sales Manager, or email resume to sales@islandhonda.ca
LIVE IN Respite Care for a youngster. Involves all aspects of daily care and familiarity w/ seizure mgmt and Gtube feeding. Additional training and ongoing support is provided. In home expenses covered include: rent, food, cable, phone. Furnished or unfurnished home. Pet negotiable. Use of van. This is a Foster Care Model and provides time off through the school day (with opportunity for flexibility), scheduled days off and renumeration of $1500/mth. Must be able to provide relevant references and have 10yr driving exp. Reply w/resume to Drawer #4462 c/o Comox Valley Record 765 McPhee Ave, Courtenay V9N 2Z7.
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Comox Valley Record Hours: MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8:30AM-5:00PM 765 MCPHEE AVENUE COURTENAY Sports & Clothing Store has a long term experienced Customer Service position available. Must be able to work flexible schedule. Weekdays & weekends. Participation in skiing, surfing and kayaking an asset. Resume & references to Ski & Surf Shop, 333 5th St., Courtenay. SUSHI CHEF needed. Some experience necessary. Drop off resumes to Ichiban Sushi, 932 Fitzgerald Ave, Courtenay. No phone calls please.
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VICTORIA- RESIDENT Manager couple for 70+ unit building. Minor maintenance/upkeep & rental. Competitive wage, Benefits. Flexible start date. Locally based business. Fax 250-920-5437.
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BANNISTER GM Requires Journeyman Automotive and Collision Technicians. Situated at the foothills of the Rockies, 1.5 hours to Edmonton or Jasper, Edson offers outdoor enthusiasts a great living opportunity. Signing bonuses, moving allowances and top pay for the right candidate. Contact dean@bannisteredson.com
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PHARMACY TECHNICIAN, P/T is required by Shoppers Drug Mart in the Tyee Plaza. Must have excellent customer service and teamwork skills and have scheduling flexibility. Experience and completion of certified courses are assets. Competitive wages and excellent benefits available.
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Apply to Rod Krasman Shoppers Drug Mart Tyee Plaza Phone 250-286-1166
We are currently seeking a highly motivated and hard working team member to join Pacific National Processing Ltd.
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Pacific National Processing, located in Tofino, is a wholly owned subsidiary of EWOS and managed by Mainstream Canada, the Canadian division of the international aquaculture company Cermaq. We are a growth oriented company and we strive for the quality of our product, safe working environments and sustainable aquaculture.
First Insurance Agencies Ltd. is looking for a full-time Insurance Broker who can provide service excellence and foster relationship building. First Insurance provides: 0 Competitive compensation 0 Complete benefits packages 0 Employee discounts on insurance and banking products 0 Fun work environment 0 Career development and learning opportunities First Insurance is a full service insurance provider with offices throughout the Comox Valley and Campbell River. We’ve been in operation for over 30 years and service the insurance needs of more than 12,000 clients. Our dedicated and professional team of over 40 employees offers our clientele “The Protector”, our own line of superior products, in addition to a full range of business, travel, and financial services.
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Our electrician will specialize in trouble shooting, repairing and replacing electrical control systems, electric over air, motors, sensors, frequency drives, PLC’S, refrigeration controls, generators, compressors and other industrial electrical applications. The shift schedule will generally be Monday to Friday. Hours may vary to facilitate maintenance during plant downtime, and will be required to respond to trouble calls. The ideal applicant will be a journeyman electrician, with a strong mechanical aptitude and demonstrated ability to work in an industrial setting. We offer competitive wages, a corporate bonus program, company paid benefits package, and a matching retirement fund plan. Prerequisites to hiring is a criminal record check.
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SALES POSITION Slegg Lumber Door & Window Sales Proficient with Computers, Estimating & Good Customer Service required. Contact Kelly Clausen, Slegg Lumber Cumberland, 3217 Small Road.
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AUTO SALESPERSON NEEDED Island Honda is a well established dealership that has been selling and servicing its customers in the Comox Valley for over 25 years. This new state of the art facility carries an extensive range of both new and used vehicles. Our brand new service bays and convenient drive thru service, commits us to be number 1 in customer satisfaction. Sales experience is a definite asset, although automotive is not, as we provide initial and on going training. • Exiting fast paced position • On-going training • Full management support • Full benefit package • and of course the earning potential that could CHANGE YOUR LIFE!
If you have the skills we are looking for, and you would like to become part of our team please forward a resume, in person, by fax or e-mail to: Mainstream Canada Box 142, 61 – 4th Street, Tofino, B.C. V0R 2Z0 Fax: (250) 725-1250 E-Mail: careers@mainstreamcanada.com Please state “Electrician” in subject line DEADLINE TO APPLY: November 4, 2011
Bring resumes in person to: ISLAND HONDA 1025 Comox Road ISLAND Courtenay HONDA or email to: sales@islandhonda.ca
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WELDERS WANTED. Journeyman 2nd and 3rd year apprentices with tank manufacturing experience. Automated Tank Manufacturing Inc. Located in Kitscoty, Alberta. 20km West of Lloydminster is looking for 15 individuals that want long term employment and a secure paycheque. Journey wages $33. $37.50/hour. Wages for apprentices based on hours and qualifications. Benefits, training programs, full insurance package 100% paid by company, savings plan for retirement, profit sharing bonus. Join a winning team. Send resume to: cindy@autotanks.ca or fax 780-846-2241. Phone interview will be set up after receiving resume.
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HOMES FOR RENT
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CARPENTRY SKILLED CARPENTER. Licensed & certified. Free estimates, Doug 250-650-1333. www.suncrestholdings.ca
COMPUTER SERVICES Computer not behaving? Fast, friendly service in your home.Call Ellen 250-702-7195
COUNTERTOPS COAST Cabinetry and Millwork Custom cabinets and Countertops. Free estimates: (250) 850 9915 www.coastcabinetry.ca
GARDENING
RENOVATIONS • Complete Interior/Exterior • House Additions • Decks, Patios & Fences • Basements Suites & Bathrooms • Kitchens • Drywall • Taping and Painting • Textured Ceilings • Framing • Demolition • Power Washing • Roofs • Carpentry • Plumbing & Electrical • Floors: Ceramic, Tiles & laminate • Vinyl Siding • Maintenance, etc. God Bless You! 28 years experience Good References 250-338-0525 THINKING OF AN IKEA KITCHEN? I can design + deliver + install for you. 20 yrs experience call 250-338-3148
HOME REPAIRS By The Bay Home Repairs and Sheet Metal Eavestrough repairs and cleaning, custom copper and repairs, aluminum and siding repairs. Roof repairs. 25 yrs exp. Seniors discount - free est
Call 250-650-6253
MISC SERVICES GOLDSMITH Custom Designed & Handcrafted Jewellery. Full repair service. Ring sizing while you wait. Engraving Women’s Fashions SIMPLY TIMELESS. 379 4th Street, Courtenay. 250-871-0606
ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS ROOFING New roofs, cedar, steel & more. Install skylights & repairs to all kinds of roofs. 20+ yrs experience. Professional & quality work. WCB. standards. Reasonable rates, very good references. Free estimates. 250-338-0525.
TELEPHONE SERVICES A PHONE Disconnected? We Can Help. Best Rates. Speedy Connections. Great Long Distance. Everyone Approved. Call Today. 1-877-852-1122. Protel Reconnect.
PETS FEED & HAY HAY! GOOD horse hay, we are moving, must sell out of barn,$5 bale. 334-4295
GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER CLEANING via power wash and hand. Call Paradise Industries 250-702-5756
HANDYPERSONS WAYNE’S HANDYMAN & Reno. Service. 20+yrs exp. in carpentry, decking, fencing, framing, finishing, drywalling, mudding, painting. Small jobs ok. 250-339-0879
SERVANTE FARM Hay. 2nd cut hay- drive in barn, you load. Call (250)338-0110.
PETS GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPPIES Exc. temperament/pedigree. Non registered,Both parents have all health clearance & certifications incl (hips/ elbows). Avail Nov 17th. email: balsamway@shaw.ca 250-335-1122, from 5-9pm. $950 Serious enquiries only.
VERSATILE CARPENTER. Renos, painting, tiles, fences, decks, flooring. 250-218-7515
ROTTWEILER Puppies, 3 males left. Both parents have great temperment and excellent health. Ready to go first week of November with health check, first shots, tails docked, dew claws removed and de-wormed. $900 250-338-2175
ART/MUSIC/DANCING
ART/MUSIC/DANCING
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
FUEL/FIREWOOD 20 YRD loads. Clean 2x4 ends for Firewood, cheap. Please call 250-334-9559. SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest firewood producer offers firewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords, fast delivery. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com or 1877-902-WOOD.
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FURNITURE
MORTGAGES
2 SINGLE matching twin beds, very clean, brand new cond Comes w/heated mattress covers, bed shirt, sheets, comforters, frames & headborards. $550/set. (250)897-0921.
Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and refinances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca
BRAND New LUXURY Queen Size Pillow Top Mattress Set (in original Package) left over from LARGE hotel order. 800 coils. MSRP$1299.00 Liquidation Price $490. (11 available) Kings $790. Includes both boxspring/mattress. Delivery available. Text or call 1-250334-7527 to reserve a set. KITCHEN TABLE, solid oak, pedestal, centre folding leaf, 4 high back oak chairs, $600 all $450 for chairs. 250-338-2319
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE BUILDING SALE... Final clearance. “Rock Bottom Prices” 25 x 40 x 12 $7350. 30 x 60 x 15 $12,700. 35 x 70 x 16 $15,990. 40 x 80 x 16 $20,990. 47 x 100 x 18 $25,800. 60 x 140 x 20 $50,600. End walls included, doors optional. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. CAN’T GET Up your stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help! No obligation consultation. Comprehensive warranty. Can be installed in less than 1 hour. Call now 1-866-981-6591. CAN’T GET Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad & get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-981-5990. DO-IT-YOURSELF Steel Buildings, priced to clear, make an Offer! Ask about Free Delivery, most areas! Call for Quick Quote and Free Brochure,1-800-668-5111 ext 170 SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - Make money & Save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT
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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE BY OWNER
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RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO COMOX CONDO, ocean view, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, F/P, 6 appls, parking. NP/NS. Refs req’d. $1000.+ utils. (250)335-3154. COURTENAY: 1 bdrm, central location. Recently updated, top floor, incls microwave. NS/NP. $650./mo. Avail immed. Call (250)339-9999. LARGE 1 & 2 bdrm. Free heat & H/W, Elevator. From $650 mo. Call 250-334-4646. Royal LePage in the Comox Valley (Property Mgmt Division) #121 - 750 Comox Road Courtenay, BC V9N 3P6 Phone (250) 897-1300 Fax (250) 897-1330 Interior viewings for the following vacancies are by approved application and appointment only. Apartments•Condos•Suites 1810 Lake Trail Road Apts 2 bdrms, 1 bath, N/P. N/S. 2 appls. Available Immed. $650/mth 204-1111 Edgett Road 2 bdrm, 1 bath, N/P, 4 appls. Available Nov 1st $775/mth
APARTMENTS FURNISHED NORTH VANCOUVER. NEWLY renovated/Fully Furnished 1bd/1ba located on Lonsdale Avenue, Lower Lonsdale, close to schools and metro stations, short/long term stay. Utilities includes Electric, Gas, Heat, Water, On-site laundry, Parking. $575/mo utilities inclusive. accurateted@yahoo.com for pics and arrangement.
CENTRAL COURTENAY. 2 bdrm mobile home NP, NS. Refs req. $675. (250)339-7566
AUCTIONS
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HOMES FOR RENT
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APARTMENTS
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BLUE JAY APARTMENTS
1970 Fitzgerald Avenue, Courtenay
450-19th Street, Courtenay
2 and 3 bedroom available. Quiet complex with on-site management. Reasonable rates. Some completely renovated units with new appliances. Sorry no pets. Security deposit and 2 rental references required.
1 & 2 bedroom available, in quiet secure building, close to Driftwood Mall and bus route. Seniors Welcome. Adult oriented and no pets please. Includes heat, hot water and basic cable. Low hydro. 2 Rental References required.
250-334-3078 WILLOW ARMS APARTMENT 1252-9th St, Courtenay 2 & 3 bedroom suite in quiet family oriented building with secure entry and manager on site. Walking distance to schools, bus stops and downtown. Reasonable rent include heat, hot water, basic cable, stove, fridge, carpet and drapes. Extra storage upon request. No pets. Two rental references and security deposit required.
For viewing please call Donna 250-334-9667
“Serving Campbell River & Vancouver Island since 1967”
Thursday, Nov. 3 » 6pm Major tools from welding fabrication shop: Whitney Jensen 8' bending brake, sheet metal roller, 6 month old Millermatic 252 welder, Lincoln electric square wave tig w/acc, Wajax pump, hoses, winches, commercial fan, hydraulic units, drill press, Yale pneumatic forklift on propane, bandsaw, table saw, dust collector, power JASON tools, shop carts, section of aluminum stairs with Check out our platform, plastic float billets, plastic coated mesh website, chain link fencing, 8' row boat, electric gas outboard for full ad. Viewing: motors, 12 volt batteries, furniture, coins, stamps, new Wed. 9-5 & jewellery and so much more. Thurs. 9-6 Terms Cash, Visa, M/C, = • SAME DAY REMOVAL • CLOSED TUESDAYS, SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
Call Pat at 250-703-6965
RUTHERFORD MANOR 1075 Edgett Road, Courtenay Reasonable rent includes basic cable, stove, fridge, dishwasher, carpet, blinds and storage room in suite. N/P, security deposit and 2 rental references req’d.
For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667
RYAN COURT 1450 Tunner Drive, Courtenay
ARRAN HOUSE APARTMENTS 1015 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay Adult Oriented. 2 Bedroom apartment available in clean, quiet building. Manager on-site. Close to downtown with bus stop out front. House cat accepted with pet deposit.
Close to North Island College includes washer and dryer in suite. Clean and modern 1 Bedroom. Cat okay. Lease required.
Call 250-334-9717
PINES APARTMENTS
HOLLYRIDGE MANOR 200 Back Road, Courtenay 1 and 2 Bedroom suites available. One of the best values in Courtenay. Unique floor plans. California kitchens. These bright, modern suites are available in quiet, secure building.
Call Sharon 250-338-7449
307-175 Centennial Dr 2bdrms, 1 bath, N/P, N/S, 2 appls. Available Dec 1 $650/mth
(REDUCED) PRIVATE 2+1 bedroom rancher + workshop, fenced ½ acre, 5 mins to dwntwn Courtenay. $269,000. 250-898-8483. See www.realtor.ca (search MLS # 322279).
CAMPBELL RIVER
MEICOR REALTY
Call 250-338-7449 1055-10th Street, Courtenay Avail Now 1 bdrm suite in adult oriented building with secure entry and elevator. Rent includes heat, hot water, basic cable, stove, fridge, carpet and drapes. Coin laundry onsite. No pets. Security Deposit and 2 rental references required. For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667
CONDOS
CYPRESS ARMS
PACIFIC COURT
1255 9th Street, Courtenay
1520/1540 Piercy Ave., Courtenay
Available now Deluxe 2 bedroom suite in quiet, well maintained building. Rent includes basic cable, full size stove, fridge, washer/dryer, carpet and blinds. Nice feature: large open concept kitchen. No pets. 2 Rental references and Security Deposit required.
3 bedroom available November 15th, in clean, quiet bldg with on-site manager, close to town, schools, and bus. Stove, fridge, blinds and carpet.
In-suite storage with washer and dryer. Small pets welcome.
For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667
To View, Call 250-334-4483
ST. BRELADES
1045 Cumberland Road, Courtenay
146 Back Road, Courtenay FEATURES: Fridge/stove, dishwasher, washer/dryer, wall-to-wall carpets, blinds. Children welcome. Quiet, well-maintained 2 bedroom condo. Ideal location. Walking distance to Superstore and North Island College.
Call 338-7449
BEECHER MANOR
1 bedroom condo available in quiet, well maintained building. Ideal for Seniors. Close to downtown. Bus stop out front. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit.
Call 250-334-9717 to view
TOWNHOUSES
TORRY PINES 1560-13th Street, Courtenay Completely renovated 2 bedroom townhouse available. Units feature a private entrance, patio area, and lots of storage. Ideal for family or working couple. Small dog accepted with pet deposit.
Call 250-334-9717
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HOMES FOR RENT
HOMES FOR RENT
HOMES FOR RENT
SUITES, UPPER
TOWNHOUSES
AUTO FINANCING
COMOX HOUSE - Avail Nov 15/Dec 1 $1350/mth. 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 4 appls., 2150sqft, new energy efficient wood stove, N/S, pets neg., walking distance to Highland school, looking for responsible, long term tenant. References a must! No share, roommates or sublets please. Call Jack or Corinne 871-3339
Royal LePage in the Comox Valley (Property Mgmt Division) #121 - 750 Comox Road Courtenay, BC V9N 3P6 Phone (250) 897-1300 Fax (250) 897-1330 Interior viewings for the following vacancies are by approved application and appointment only.
ROYSTON- 3 BDRM lrg modular home with lrg yrd. No pets. Refs req’d. $1100+ utils. (250)339-7566.
EAST Courtenay, reno’d upper suite half duplex 3 bed, 2 bath, single garage, 5 appliances, includes utilities, available November 1st (mb early poss), $1,000.00/month, NS, NP, references. 250-3350635. See Kijiji ad #324204070 photos.
DEEP BAY (Kopina Estates), immaculate rancher, 2 bdrm + den, 1.5 bath, 5 appls, forced air furnace (elec), F/P insert, fenced yard, N/S, pet neg, single attached garage, $1200 + utils, (Immed.), 250-757-9937.
FOR LEASE office space, ground level on 5th Street, Cty. Prkg avail apx 800 SQ FT, Nov 1. 703-0044/334-7119
Houses & Suites 26-2728 1st Street 3 bdrm, 2 bath. N/S, N/P, 3 appls plus microwave. $975/mth Available Dec. 1
For Rent 1100sq.ft, two bedroom, one bath, basement (unfinished), Garage - one car, close to schools, hospital and shopping $850 + Utilities Call Mel @ 570-2240 GREAT COMOX location. 1400sqft, 3 bdrm, rancher, 2 bath, clean & freshly painted. Avail. now. Call 250-897-2220
OFFICE/RETAIL
7-1720 13th St 2 bdrms, 1 bath, N/S, N/P, 4 appls. $800/mth Available Nov. 1st 2855 Bruce Stree 3 bdrms, 2 bath, NS, NP, 5 appls. $1250-mth Available Dec 1st
APARTMENT/CONDO
APARTMENT/CONDO
PRIME RETAIL 5TH STREET Courtenay 3000 sq ft. (Corner Location)
Pat- 250-703-0211. Walt- 250-338-6281. SUITES, LOWER 1 Bedroom Comox Basement Suite, InSuite Laundry, Utilities included $650, Available Dec 1st. N/S N/Pets 250-703-3699
CAMPBELL RIVER, grd level 2 bdrm + loft, 1600 sq ft on 2 acres, W/D, F/S, F/P, very private, avail immed, $1200 mo. Call Rhonda at 250-650-5750.
APARTMENT/CONDO
LITTLE RIVER area: 1000sqft, furnished 1 bdrm+ den + 2 decks with majestic view of Georgia Straight. $1150/mo util’s incld’d. (250)339-9815.
TOWNHOUSES NOW ACCEPTING rental applications for 10 new 3 bdrm luxury town homes located just off Ryan Rd. on Centennial Dr. Rents starting at $1250/mth. 250-871-7038 for appointment to view. 2 BEDROOM. E. Courtenay. 1.5 bath, 5 appls, carport. Close to College, & Bus route. N/S. N/P. $980/mth. Refs. req. 250-871-4711
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APARTMENTS / CONDOS FIVE OAKS VILLA
Well maintained main level condos features 2 bdrms, 5 appl, patio, & assigned parking, in secured entrance building; located near College, shopping & amenities; N/S & N/P; avail Dec 1; $775/month
LAKE TRAIL APARTMENTS
1 & 2 bdrm condos conveniently located with 2 appl and on site coin-op laundry; recent/new renos; decks & windows recently replaced; near schools & bus routes; N/S; N/P; rents from $600/mo; for immediate possession.
ULVERSTON MANOR
2 bdrm lower suite in centrally located Cumberland apartment block; features new paint, flooring, secured entry, 2 appl, & on site coin-op laundry; N/S; N/P; for immediate possession; $675/mo
DRIFTWOOD CONDOS
1 & 2 bdrm condos featuring 2 appl with secured on site coinop laundry; ideal, central location; no need for car to access all amenities; on bus routes; N/S; N/P; rents from $625/mo; N/P; immediate possession.
ARBOUR GLEN
2 bdrm condos feature 4 appl & recent or new renovations; near College, Aquatic Centre and schools; immediate possession.
DUPLEXES PARK PLACE DUPLEX
Impeccably maintained, bright, 2 bdrm, single level home ideally located on quiet cul-de-sac; property features 4 appl, covered private patio area, fenced yard, carport, & shed; has additional room to set up computer, extra freezer, mud room or just extra storage; $1000/mo; N/P; immediate possession.
ROBERT LANG DUPLEX
Upper duplex features 3 bdrms, 1 bath; 4 appl & large deck; near trails & river for walks/hiking; avail Nov 1; S/S; pet may be permitted w/deposit; immediate possession.
GUTWALD DUPLEX
Rural living only moments to town! 3 bdrm upper duplex features 4 appl, garage space, new deck & large shared lot. N/S; N/P; immediate possession; $800/mo.
HOMES KYE BAY EXECUTIVE HOME
Perfect beach getaway! Brand new 4 bdrm, 3 bath home w/ ocean views incl. high quality finishing from top to bottom –granite, hardwood, stone accents, heat pump, hardiplank, stainless kitchen appliances, plus 2 car garage & 2 decks. Low maintenance property is designed for pure enjoyment! Immediate possession; $1800/mo.
KENDAL AVE HOME
Enjoy 9 foot ceilings, natural gas fireplace, beautiful finishings, & front & rear decks. Features 3 bdrms, 2 baths, 5 appl., laminate & carpet flooring mix, walk out basement, & beautiful kitchen w/pantry. $1300/month; immediate possession.
WILLOWWOOD PATIO HOME
Central Courtenay Patio Home features 2 bdrms, 1 bath, 4 appl & patio area; recently renovated; ideally located near parks & shopping; well suited for mature individual or couple; immediate possession; N/S; N/P; $750/month
16TH STREET RANCHER
3 bdrm Rancher is ideally situated near Courtenay’s downtown core; walking distance to amenities w/public transportation at doorstep; features 2 appl, plus wood stove, & fully fenced yard requiring only simple maintenance; immediate possession; $850/month; pet with impeccable references may be considered w/deposit
TOWNHOMES PINE PLACE
Spacious 2 bdrm townhome features 4 appl., new renovations, patio area & storage; ideally located near schools & all amenities; N/P; N/S; $825/mo; avail Nov 15.
PLATEAU GARDENS
Spacious 3 bdrm townhouse located in Comox features 1 & 1/2 half baths, 5 appl, and fully fenced patio area; close to schools & all amenities; available Nov.1 w/ possibility of early possession; N/S; small pet may be considered with deposit; $1000/month
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DO YOU CARE about where you live? Do high standards of maintenance, service and cleanliness matter to you? Do you prefer quiet, mature neighbours? If yes, please give us a call and discover how the quality of ownership and management makes all the difference. We have the best managed, finest apartments in the most convenient locations in the Comox Valley. Locally owned - we own and manage our own buildings only. Check the difference. Please refer to available apartments listed below. TELEPHONE 250-703-2264 | 250-338-0267 | 250-339-1222
CEDAR MANOR 463-12TH Street TWO BEDROOM end suite. Very bright and spacious - unique floor plan. 1200 sq. ft. Recently redecorated. Large, private patio. Full sized appliances with dishwasher. Very quiet mature adult building midway between downtown and Safeway complex. Security entry. A very attractive suite. Call David @ 250-3380267 or John @ 250-703-2264.
TRADEWINDS 1600-1610 Comox Ave. TWO BEDROOM suite. Nicely renovated. Home-sized kitchen with new cabinets. Attractively decorated. Large, private patio. Resident social room. Located just three blocks from centre of Comox and across from Filberg Park. Security entry and elevator. Quiet, adult building. One Bedroom also available. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.
SANDPIPER VILLAGE 1650 Comox Ave. TWO BEDROOM Unique, through floor plan. Bright with southern exposure. Spacious and nicely renovated suite in a quiet, adult building just two blocks from Comox Mall and one block from Filberg Park. Large, private deck overlooking garden area. Nicely renovated. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.
WESTWATER 60 Anderton Ave. TWO BEDROOM SUITE very attractive – fresh renovation. Five appliances including in-suite washer/ dryer. Fireplace. Ensuite. 1,000 sq. ft. Resident social room. Elevator and security entry. A well maintained and well managed building in a quiet neighbourhood just three blocks from downtown. No pets. Call John @ 250-703-2264.
CARRIAGE HOUSE 1155 England Ave. TWO BEDROOM CORNER SUITE. Bright and spacious. Semi ensuite. Full sized appliances. Private storage room. Very attractive and nicely decorated suite. Quiet, well managed mature adult building just three blocks from downtown. Security entry. Call David @ 250-338-0267.
HYCROFT 1835 Cliffe Ave. ONE BEDROOM nicely renovated suite. Very spacious. Quiet, mature adult building. One block from Safeway complex. Well maintained and well managed building. Security entry. Elevator. Call David @ 250-338-0267.
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250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca TRUMPETER’S LANDING modern newer condos bordering the airpark. Avail. units include 1 & 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 6 appls, custom finishing, balconies/patios, underground pkg, storage units, some with wonderful ocean views. N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. Rents from $1,100/mth. WALK TO DOWN TOWN CTNY new, modern 2 bdrm, 1 bath townhouse, 5 appls, elect. F/P, res. pkg. N/S, No pets. Avail. Nov. 1 $965 BRITTANIA PLACE Lovely one level patio home at Crown Isle, 2 bdrm & den, 2 bath, 7 appls, gas F/P, double garage, large deck overlooking pond & golf course. N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed $1,295/mth CTNY WEST DUPLEX 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 4 appls, fenced yrd, N/S, small pet. neg Avail Immed $1,050/mth ARGO COURT 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F&S, coin laundry, basic cable & hot water incl., N/S, No pets, cat neg. w/ref. Avail Immed. & Nov. 1$700/mth. $250 moving allowance. Res mgr. 334-8602 BRAIDWOOD MANOR 1 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, N/S, No pets. Avail. Nov. 1 - $650/mth HERON’S LANDING 2 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath townhouse, 5 appls, gas F/P, garage, N/S, No pets. Avail. Nov. 1 $950/mth UPPER DUPLEX spacious 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, woodstove, lrg covered deck & yard, N/S, No pets. Avail. Nov. 1 - $975/mth incls. Hydro. PORTSIDE spacious brand new condo in downtown Comox featuring 2 bdrm + media rm, 2 bath, 6 appls, heat pump, gas F/P, garage pkg, high end finishing, ocean view, N/S, No pets. Quiet adult oriented blog. Avail. Immed. - $1,400/mth CLOSE TO COLLEGE 3 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse, 5 appls, gas F/P, balcony, N/S, No pets. Avail. Dec. 1 $875/mth CLOSE TO DRIFTWOOD MALL 2 bdrm, 1 bath rancher style duplex, 3 appls, garage, fenced yrd, N/S, small pet neg. Avail. Dec. 1 $950/mth TRUMPETER GREENE 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath townhouse in Ctny East, 5 appls, gas F/P, garage, patio, N/S, No pets. Avail. Dec. 1st $925/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 3 appls, coin laundry, balcony, storage, res. pkg, N/S, No pets. Avail.Immed. - $850/mth Puntledge Park Townhouse, 3 bdrms, 1 1-2 baths, 4 appls, Gas fireplace, garage, fully fenced back yard, Avail Dec 1st $925-mth
1998 SUBARU IMPREZA 4door wagon. 222,000 km. Blue book value is $3,800 Price $2,800. Call 250-941-2207/ 250-792-4983 1998 VW Golf. 177 km. 2-litre, 5-speed. Mechanically sound. Minor damage to tailight/bumper. Red. $2900. 250-890-0114. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire SE 4DR 4 cyl auto, low KM, garage kept, air. Only $2350 O.B.O. 250-941-6770
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2005 FORD Focus wagon, low km, Ford mechanic owned. Asking $5,400. 250-338-8466
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TRUCKS & VANS 1996 Chevrolet Lumina Van For Sale. Automatic V6,sevenpassenger, power sliding sidedoor. 219,000 km. Tires 6-months old. Asking $2,200. Call 338-0374.
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TRANSPORTATION ANTIQUE/CLASSICS 1966 CHEVELLE Malibu, 2 door hardtop, absolutely mint. Must see, V8 auto, call 250334-1611 or 250-339-2206. AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS
P235 75 R16 Goodyear Nordic winter tires on Steel rims As new with 6000K, nitrogen filled. Fits Chev Equinox. $500.00 obo Phone 250-3394465 or 250-897-9859 or rlt14@shaw.ca
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LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS 2011 TOWN OF COMOX 2011 MUNICIPAL ELECTION
THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF COURTENAY
NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING
NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the Town of Comox that an election by voting is necessary to elect one Mayor and six Councillors. The persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the City of Courtenay that an election is necessary to elect a Mayor and six Councillors for a three-year term commencing December 2011 and terminating December 2014. The persons nominated as candidates, and for whom votes will be received at the Election by Voting are as follows:
MAYOR – ONE (1) TO BE ELECTED Surname
Usual Name
Address
IVES POOLE
PAUL BERNIE
1520 Highridge Drive, Comox 642 Skyview Place, Comox
COUNCILLOR – SIX (6) TO BE ELECTED Surname
Usual Name
Address
PRICE SWIFT FLETCHER CHESTER GRANT DAVIS PROCTER TURNER GRANT MACKINNON JACKSON ARNOTT
BARBARA MAUREEN PATTI TERRY KEN DON DAVE MARCIA TOM HUGH DAN RUSS
330 Butchers Road, Comox 1633 Beaufort Avenue, Comox 360 King Road, Comox 101 Orchard Park Drive, Comox 1233 Slater Place, Comox 1852 Buena Vista Avenue, Comox 1656 Islington Court, Comox 1765 Robb Avenue, Comox 811 Eastridge Court, Comox 1447 Ridgemount Drive, Comox 2241 Strathcona Crescent, Comox 2128 Robb Avenue, Comox
VOTING OPPORTUNITIES VOTING will be open to qualified electors of the Town of Comox between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. as follows: LOCATION:
Comox Recreation Center, 1855 Noel Avenue, Comox
DATES:`
Advance Voting: General Voting:
Wednesday, November 9, 2011 and Wednesday, November 16, 2011 Saturday, November 19, 2011
ELECTOR REGISTRATION Before you can vote in a Town of Comox election, you must be registered to vote. If you are not on the list of registered electors, you may register at the time of voting by completing the required application form available at the voting place. To register to vote you must meet all of the following qualifications: • 18 years of age or older on general voting day;
Surname
Usual Name
Residential Address
Bate Jangula Phelps
Bill Larry Greg
#22 – 199 31st Street, Courtenay 183 Stafford Avenue, Courtenay 510 Robertson Place, Courtenay
OFFICE OF COUNCILLOR – SIX (6) TO BE ELECTED Surname Ambler Anglin Eriksson Felgenhauer Hillian Kerr Knox Leonard MacInnis Middleton Reynolds Rowe Smith Theos Van Egmond Winchester
Usual Name Jon Bill Erik Marcus Doug Doug George Ronna-Rae Stuart Mark Norm Jean Dave Manno John Starr
Residential Address 1981 Birkshire Boulevard, Courtenay 3236 Majestic Drive, Courtenay 667 12th Street, Courtenay 2941 Edwin Place, Courtenay 844 3rd Street, Courtenay 2263 Seabank Road, Courtenay 1687 Hobson Avenue, Courtenay 4660 Clough Road, Courtenay #1 – 1090 First Street, Courtenay 295 Nim Nim Place, Courtenay 1292A Martin Place, Courtenay #541–3666 Royal Vista Way, Courtenay 1041 Webdon Road, Courtenay 2138 9th Street East, Courtenay 713 5th Street, Courtenay 1910 St. Andrews Way, Courtenay
GENERAL VOTING DAY General voting day will be open to qualified electors of the City of Courtenay on Saturday, November 19, 2011 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the following locations: Conference Hall of the Florence Filberg Centre, 411 Anderton Avenue, Courtenay, B.C. Mark Isfeld Secondary School, 1551 Lerwick Road, Courtenay, B.C.
ELECTOR REGISTRATION
• a Canadian citizen; • a resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding the day of registration; •a resident of, OR registered owner property in the Town of Comox for at days immediately preceding the day of registration;
OFFICE OF MAYOR – ONE (1) TO BE ELECTED
of, real least 30
• not otherwise disqualified by law from voting. • In addition, a non-resident property elector must not be entitled to register as a resident elector. Resident electors will be required to produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The two documents in combination must prove both identity and residency. Non-resident property electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity and must also produce proof of ownership in relation to the property in the way of a State of Title Certificate or a Property Tax Notice. Also note that:
If you are not on the List of Electors, you may register at the time of voting by completing the required application form available at the voting place. To be qualified as a Resident Elector a person must: • be 18 years of age or older on November 19, 2011; • be a Canadian citizen; • have resided in British Columbia for at least six months immediately preceding the day of registration; • have resided in the City of Courtenay for at least 30 days immediately preceding the day of registration; • not be disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or be otherwise disqualified by law. Note: To register at the time of voting, a person must provide at least two documents that provide evidence of the applicant’s identity and place of residence. Examples of acceptable documents include a BC Driver’s Licence, ICBC Owner Certificate of Insurance, BC CareCard, Property Tax Notice, and Utility Bill. To be qualified as a Non–Resident Property Elector a person must:
• A person may only register as a non-resident property owner in relation to one parcel of real property in the Town of Comox.
• not be entitled to register as a resident elector;
• If more than one individual is a registered owner of the real property, then only one of those individuals is entitled to vote, with the written consent of a majority of registered owners that are on the title including the person requesting registration. A consent form is available at Town Hall if you wish to complete it in advance of voting day.
• be a Canadian Citizen;
• If a corporation is on title with other individuals, or if an individual on title is holding the property in trust for a corporation or another trust, then none of the individuals are eligible to be registered as non-resident property electors.
• be a registered owner of the real property, either as joint tenants or tenants in common, and be an individual who is not holding the property in trust for a corporation or another trust;
MAIL BALLOT VOTING Mail ballot voting will be available for certain Town of Comox Electors as follows: • Persons who have a physical disability, illness or injury that affects their ability to vote at another voting opportunity; and
• be 18 years of age or older on November 19, 2011; • have resided in British Columbia for at least six months immediately preceding the day of registration; • have been a registered owner of real property in the City of Courtenay for at least 30 days immediately before day of elector registration;
• not be disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or be otherwise disqualified by law; • If there is more than one individual who is the registered owner of real property, either as joint tenants or tenants in common, only one of those individuals may register as a non-resident property elector under this section in relation to the real property.
• Persons who expect to be absent from the municipality on general voting day and at the times of all advance voting opportunities.
• If there is more than one individual who is the registered owner of the real property, the person registering must have written consent of the number of those individuals who, together with the person registering, are a majority of those individuals.
• If you meet either of these requirements please contact Town Hall for a Vote by Mail application form.
Advance voting opportunities will be provided at City Hall, 830 Cliffe Avenue,
Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this information, or the election in general, please contact Comox Town Hall at: 250-339-2202. Shelly Russwurm Chief Election Officer Phone: 250-339-2202 • Address: 1809 Beaufort Avenue, Comox • Website: comox.ca
ADVANCED VOTING OPPORTUNITIES Courtenay, B.C. from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on the following dates: Wednesday, November 9, 2011 Wednesday, November 16, 2011 Further information on the foregoing may be obtained by contacting the Chief Elections Officer or the Deputy Chief Elections Officer by calling 250.334.4441. John Ward- Chief Elections Officer
Village of Cumberland DECLARATION OF ELECTION BY ACCLAMATION
I, Joanne Rees, Chief Election Officer for the Village of Cumberland, do hereby declare, pursuant to Section 76 of the Local Government Act, the following candidate elected by acclamation: Office of Mayor: Leslie Baird NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the Village of Cumberland that an election by voting is necessary to elect four Councillors, and one School Trustee for a three-year term, and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are: COUNCILLOR – Four (4) to be elected Surname Usual Names BARNES Bruce CASTLE Leona COPEMAN Conner EASTERBROOK Scott GREENING Kate KISHI Roger KOZAK Eric RILEY Todd SPROULE Gywn
Jurisdiction of Residence Village of Cumberland Village of Cumberland Village of Cumberland Village of Cumberland Village of Cumberland Village of Cumberland City of Courtenay Village of Cumberland Village of Cumberland
SCHOOL TRUSTEE – One (1) to be elected Surname GRINHAM GOODWIN
Usual Names Rick Yolanda
Jurisdiction of Residence Village of Cumberland City of Courtenay
VOTING OPPORTUNITIES
Advance Voting will be held on Wednesday November 9, 2011 and Saturday November 12, 2011 between the hours of 8:00am to 8:00pm at the Village of Cumberland Offices located at 2673 Dunsmuir Avenue, Cumberland, BC. Special Voting will be held on Wednesday November 16, 2011 between the hours of 2:00pm and 4:00 pm at the Cumberland Health Care Centre, located at 2696 Windermere Avenue, Cumberland, BC. Please note that this opportunity is for patients and residents of the Centre only. General Voting will be held on Saturday, November 19, 2011 between the hours of 8:00am and 8:00pm at the OAP Hall on the Lower Floor of the Cumberland Cultural Centre at 2674 Dunsmuir Avenue, Cumberland, BC. REGISTRATION OF ELECTORS
Registration of qualified electors will be carried out at all the Voting Opportunities. To qualify as an elector in the Village of Cumberland you must meet the following criteria: • 18 years of age or older; • Canadian citizen; • resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day; • resident of OR registered owner of real property in the Village of Cumberland for at least 30 days immediately preceding voting day; and • not otherwise disqualified by law from voting. Resident electors will need 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) which proves both residency and identity. Non-resident property electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if applicable, written consent from the other property owners. In either case, if you are unsure about what documents will be accepted, please call the Village office. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION please check the Village website at www.cumberlandbc.net or contact: Joanne Rees, Chief Election Officer Village of Cumberland PO Box 340, 2673 Dunsmuir Avenue, Cumberland, BC V0R 1S0 Telephone: 250 336-2291 • Fax: 250 336-2321 Email: jrees@cumberlandbc.net
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Housing awards for two local women Meant to further education and improve lives Two Courtenay residents are recipients of BC Housing Education Awards to help them further their education, achieve their goals and improve their lives. For Courtenay resident Sarah Corrigall, her $750 BC Housing Bursary Award will help the single mother as she works towards her bachelor of business administration with an accounting major at North Island College. “After the birth of my daughter, I decided I wanted to be a
good role model for her growing up and set a good example. But most of all, I wanted to be able to provide her with a safe and healthy place to live, and working for $10 an hour was not going to help me achieve those things,” explained Corrigall. “Even though I struggle to make ends meet right now, I know that all this hard work will pay off in the end.” The other Courtenay award recipient is Jennifer Renard, who won a Minerva Foundation Award. There are five $1,000 Minerva Awards to help aboriginal women pursue full-time, postsecondary education. This award is designed to help single mothers
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advance their education, assist women with children fleeing abusive relationships, retrain mature women returning to the workforce, advance women in non-traditional fields of study and support women with disabilities to overcome educational barriers. “Having been a teacher myself, I know just how important a good education is,” said Don McRae, minister of agriculture and MLA for the Comox
Sarah Corrigall Valley. “These students have demonstrated a true commitment to their post-secondary pursuits, and our government is proud to recognize their dedication.” Anyone in British Columbia who is living in subsidized housing or receiving rent subsidies through BC Housing’s Rental Assistance Program is eligible to apply for the 98 bursaries and awards. The funds can be put towards tuition
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or other educational expenses such as books or supplies. Applicants submit a personal statement describing their educational and personal goals and challenges they have overcome, as well as letters of reference and academic transcripts. Over the last decade, the province has invested $2.8 billion to provide affordable housing for low-income individuals, seniors and families. Visit www.bchousing.org to learn more about provincial programs and services to address homelessness. — Rich Coleman (minister responsible for housing)
Making streets safer Operation Red Nose is back on B.C. roads making sure motorists have a safe way home during the winter holiday season. ValleyLinks is the local host organization for Operation Red Nose, a Canada-wide designated driver program that was launched for the first time in Quebec in 1984. This awareness campaign is designed to make a free driver service available to those who have been drinking or do not feel fit to drive and allows the public to arrive home safe in their own vehicle. The service is free; however, donations are encouraged and are then turned over to non-profit youth programs. Operation Red Nose will run every Friday and Saturday night from Nov. 25 until Dec. 31, excluding Dec. 23 and 24, from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. in Comox, Cumberland and Royston. Last year was a huge success, due to the efforts of many gracious volunteers and local business sponsors. This year, the campaign already has local commitments from the City of Courtenay, the Comox Valley Record, local RCMP and Sure Copy, as well as many interested and enthusiastic volunteers. “We are still hoping to secure more volunteers this year,” said local co-ordinator Trisha Scavarda. Volunteer positions range from drivers to dispatchers, as well as headquarters manager.
RED NOSE “We are also looking for local businesses to support our volunteers through donations of snacks and/or beverages for evenings during the campaign. Also, financial support is needed for gas, donated prizes for nightly draws, as well as for our end-of-the-year wrapup. Our hope is to increase exposure to local business through their spirit of giving.” If you are looking for a fun opportunity to give back to the community and help keep our roads safer, either
as a volunteer, a local supporter, or if your organization would like to volunteer as a team, contact ValleyLinks at 532 Fifth St. in Courtenay by phone at 250334-8063 or by e-mail at orn@valleylinks.net. Volunteer applications are also available through www.operationrednose.com. — Operation Red Nose
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Wednesday, Nov. 2 EVERGREEN Seniors Club annual Christmas Bazaar, Conference Hall, Florence Filberg Centre, 10:30 a.m.–2 p.m. Baking, wooden toys, knitting, books, crafts & more; free admission. FMI: 250-338-1000. EVERGREEN Seniors Club annual Christmas Bazaar Luncheon, Rotary Hall, Florence Filberg Centre, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. $8. All welcome. FMI: 250-338-1000. EVERGREEN Seniors Club Meet & Greet (Singles Group), Evergreen Lounge, Florence Filberg Centre, 1 p.m. FMI: 250-338-1000. MEDITATION Group: Ch’an (Chinese Zen) meets, Room 200, Courtenay Elementary School, McPhee Ave., 7–9 p.m. By donation. FMI: chancommunity.ca.
Thursday, Nov. 3 MEDITATION Group: Ch’an (Chinese Zen) meets, Room 200, Courtenay Elementary School, McPhee Ave., 7–9 p.m. By donation. FMI: chancommunity.ca. C.V. NEWCOMERS Women’s Walking Group (for those living in Comox Valley less than 2 years) meets for Courtenay Airpark walk; meet at Mansfield Drive parking lot, 8:50 a.m. FMI: Kate 250338-9310, Bev 250-871-2027, Maureen 250-871-3337, www.cvnewcomers.net. EVERGREEN Seniors Club At the Movies, Rotary Hall, Florence Filberg Centre, 12:30 p.m. FMI: 250-338-1000. EVERGREEN Seniors Club Friday Night Dance with music by Crosstown Express, Rotary Hall, Florence Filberg Centre, 8 p.m. FMI: 250-338-1000.
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Editor’s note: This calendar is for special events put on by non-profit groups. We run as many as space permits, but only guarantee a calendar item appears once. Calendar items can be e-mailed to copy@comoxvalleyrecord.com, faxed to 250-338-5568 or delivered to 765 McPhee Ave. Deadlines: Friday at 5 p.m. for Wednesday’s paper and Tuesday at noon for Friday’s paper. Include date, location, time and a contact phone number that can be published. Our online calendar is available for listings at www. comoxvalleyrecord.com.
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C.V. FARMERS’ Market with entertainment by Black Swan Fiddlers, Native Sons Hall, Courtenay, 9 a.m.–noon. FMI: Vickey 250-218-0321, www.comoxvalleyfarmersmarket.com. COMOX Glacier Wanderers Volkswalk Club 5/10 km walk at Nymph Falls Park, start at parking lot on Forbidden Plateau Road: registration 9:30 a.m., walk 10 a.m. FMI: Shirley 250-339-4145, Bruno 250-338-4316. COMOX United Church UCW Bazaar, 250 Beach Dr., 9:30 a.m.–noon. Home baking, knitting, sewing, whatnots, books, puzzles, etc. COMOX Legion Veterans Dinner, 12 for 1 p.m. Sign up in lounge or call 250-339-2112 (cut-off by Nov. 1). C.V. NURSING Centre presents interactive web-based forum for those living w/ pain & their families, 61010th St., 2–5 p.m. Seating limited to 20. FMI: www. painbc.ca/content/new-education-health-care-providersand-people-living-pain. To register: 250-331-8504 ext. 38115. OCEAN Waves Square Dance Club with callers Fran & Roger Archambault & cuers
Lorna & Carmen Corbet, Florence Filberg Centre, 7:30–10 p.m. FMI: Cathy/Guy 250-338-7942.
Sunday, Nov. 6 C.V. CORONATION Street Fan Club meeting, Snookers Lounge, Westerly Hotel, registration 2:15–2:45 p.m., gathering 2:45 p.m. $3/person. Collection of funds for Christmas party. FMI: Wendy 250- 897-3697, cvcorriefanclub@shaw.ca.
Wednesday, Nov. 7 EVERGREEN Seniors Club Afternoon Tea Dance with music by Country Girls & Guys, Rotary Hall, Florence Filberg Centre, 2 p.m. FMI: 250-338-1000. COMOX Seniors Centre presents Irek & Zofia Paykart with Viennese Waltz beginner dance lessons, 3 p.m., & Paso Doble, 4 p.m., d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Ave. $10/hr./members, $12/guests. FMI/registration: Arabella 250-941-8885. COURTENAY & District Fish & Game Protective Association general meeting, 7:30 p.m. Members’ vote on constitution amendments.
Tuesday, Nov. 8 NORTH Island MPRA (Municipal Pension Plan) meeting, Native Sons Hall, Courtenay, 1:30 p.m. Guest speaker on home & travel insurance. New members welcome. FMI: Graeme 250-339-7604, Shirley 250-338-0560. COURTENAY Library offers Facebook 101 to learn basics incl. sending messages, uploading pictures & ensuring protection of privacy, 300–6th St., 2 p.m. FMI/registration: 250-334-3369. C.V. FAMILY History Group holds small group regional round-table discussions w/focus on Europe, U.K., Canada/U.S.A. regions & more as required, Mormon Church, 7 p.m. Bring list of favourite websites/sources plus any relevant old maps. FMI: Glenda 250-338-7792. C.V. UKRAINIAN Cultural Society meeting, Florence Filberg Centre, 7 p.m. All welcome. FMI & sales of Ukrainian food: Nellie 250224-2653. NORTH Island Rhododendron Society meeting, Comox United Church, 7:30 p.m. Garth Wedemire of Fraser Valley Rhododendron Society presents on some of the area’s lovelier gardens. Free; guests welcome.
Wednesday, Nov. 9 COURTENAY Rotary Club presents Books for the Cure sale of used books, records, CDs, DVDs, video games, sheet music & more, Comox Centre Mall. Proceeds to cancer research, treatment & care on Vancouver Island. FMI: 250-338-5428. COURTENAY Royal Purple Luncheon & Fashion Show by Roxanne’s Fashions, Lower Elks’ Home, 6th Street, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Tickets $10. Door prizes & raffle. COMOX United Church screens My Heart’s Over There, WWII military musical revue, 250 Beach Dr., 1:30 & 7:30 p.m. Admission by donation. COMPASSIONATE Friends (bereaved parents’ group) meeting, Campbell River Hospice, 301 Dogwood, 7 p.m. (doors 6:30 p.m.). FMI: Judy 250-923- 2485.
Thursday, Nov. 10 COURTENAY Rotary Club presents Books for the Cure sale of used books & more, Comox Centre Mall. Proceeds to cancer research & care on Vancouver Island. FMI: 250-338-5428. COURTENAY Library offers Intro to eBooks to learn how to download library eBooks & transfer them to your eReader, 300–6th St., 6:30 p.m. FMI: 250-334-3369.
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Filming offered in Valley Paul Christopher Films is a video production company producing highimpact short films for marketing business and for family events. Paul Christopher Films is owned by Paul Christopher. The company was registered in the Comox Valley as a home-based business in September 2011. “Our goal is to provide a cinematic solution for people who want to share their message in a creative and effective way online using video,” he says. “In business a short film can profoundly communicate the atmosphere and character of a company creating instant brand loyalty. “Family filmed events such as birth announcements, weddings, and family adventures are treasured keepsakes easily shared through social media channels such as Facebook and YouTube. “Unlike a still photograph, moving pictures and sound allow a person to experience and participate in the story unfolding before them. Recent work in the community includes a docustyle film of the CV Farmers’ Market, which will be used in their fundraising efforts for a permanent structure on the Comox Bay Farm site.
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“A few months earlier I also had the privilege of filming a heartfelt ‘goodbye’ memorial piece called Love From Jenn featuring Jenn Zahavich with her three-yearold son Cody. I was honoured to capture this once-in-a-lifetime moment before her passing.” Christopher said he is working with Filberg Park and Lodge on a piece that will be available to the public soon. “The impact of video in social media is creating a cultural shift in how we as a community hear about the world around us and choose to participate. I believe businesses and educators are starting to pick up on this. With the Web rapidly moving from text to video, finding a way to adapt, market and afford highquality work for your needs online — just got local.” Christopher earned a BA degree from Columbia Bible College in 1997. He has 11 years experience as a music/ arts director having worked primarily with churches in Greater Vancouver and in Long Beach, Calif. For more information, visit the company website and blog. — Paul Christopher Films
The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) congratulates the B.C. government for introducing new legislation that will require annual provincial reports on regulatory accountability. The report, which will be made public once a year, will provide British Columbians with a clear picture of exactly how much red tape burden exists in B.C., and an accounting of what government is doing to reduce that burden. “B.C. is showing incredible leadership by effectively saying we understand red tape is a huge hidden tax and
The Comox Valley Airport is offering its passengers free Wireless Internet in partnership with BOLDstreet Wireless. Guests in the terminal building now have access to up to two hours of free Internet service while they await the departure or arrival of YQQ flights. “We have received significant feedback requesting free Wi-Fi in the terminal building and we are pleased to respond to this important input from our passengers, said YQQ CEO Shirley de Silva. “The Internet is increasingly becoming a key part of travel, and we hope this new service will help to
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MARKET DATA AS OF OCT 31, 2011
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‘Truly affordable housing’ Municipal councils often have reasons to be concerned with development proposals. Councillors do not automatically shoot down proposals. Councils frequently insist on amendments that address their concerns, developers comply and building proceeds. Rarely is a proposal greeted with the enthusiasm that Courtenay council bestowed last week on a plan to build 33 small rental units on Cumberland Road. One councillor described it as “truly affordable housing.” Mathot Homes Ltd. is asking for an amendment to the City’s zoning bylaw to create a comprehensive development zone. Since the property is already designated as multi-residential in Courtenay’s Official Community Plan, the request does not seem like a big leap. The amendment would allow single-occupancy bachelor-type units of 300 to 350 square feet on a vacant triangular site at Cumberland Road and Ninth Street. While too small for families, the new units could be a godsend to single people having trouble making their current rent payments and might even get some homeless people off the streets. The 33-unit building would be three storeys high and units on the bottom floor would be wheelchair-accessible. All units would be wheelchairfriendly, making the building even more enticing to people whose challenges limit their income. “I’d say this is the first type of proposal like this in the city that we’ve seen in a number of years,” planning services director Peter Crawford told council. “If we look at the direction we have within our Official Community Plan about mixing uses and trying to put more density in our downtown district, giving a mix of housing types, this would meet those goals,” he added. A public hearing Nov. 7 at 5 p.m. in the City Hall council chambers will allow people to comment on the proposal. Considering the tight local rental housing market, people had better have a strong argument if they wish to oppose this bid. editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com
Record Question of the Week This week: So far, 25 per cent of respondents say they were upset by the Comox Valley Record’s coverage of a teen suicide. If you were, or were not, offended, now is the time to give us your feedback. Visit www.comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote in the Poll on the mainpage. Finally, the RCMP are recomFin mending criminal charges be laid against the first batch of suspects who allegedly participated in the Vancouver Stanley Cup riot.
An as-yet-unidentified person from the Comox Valley is among 60 people RCMP are recommending be charged in connection with the Stanley Cup riot.
Crossroads closure large loss Dear editor, The Comox Valley newspapers tell us that since January 2009, 17 people in our beautiful Valley have committed suicide, an appallingly high number. Candice Shields is the fifth young person to have died by suicide. According to the 2008 North Island Adolescent Health Survey conducted by the McCreary Centre Society, suicide is the second leading cause of death among youth aged 12 to 18 in B.C. Thirteen per cent of youth on the North Island (which includes the Comox Valley) have seriously considered suicide in the past year and seven per cent of
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students have attempted suicide, which is higher than the provincial average (five per cent), according to the McCreary Centre Society (www.mcs.bc.ca). Clearly, the high number of suicides in the Comox Valley since 2009 is well above the provincial average seen in 2008. What’s different? In the fall of 2009, our local
resource the Crossroads Crisis Centre was closed by Kevin Falcon, then the Minister of Health. This valuable local resource also provided the suicide prevention program, which was offered to students from Grade 7 to 12. According to Roger Kishi, program director of the Wachiay Friendship Centre, a year was spent trying to find funding for this program. As a recently retired school counsellor, I know how many students called the Crossroads Crisis Centre — too many. Our youth and adults struggling with life deserve better. Susanna Kaljur, Courtenay
Openness vital regarding suicide Dear editor, In regard to Leigh Ball’s letter to the editor of last week on other teens tempted, too, there probably is not a worse scenario for a family to face than to lose a child to teen suicide. My deepest condolences to all those who have lost loved ones to this brutal shock when often the victim is talented beyond belief and has so much to live for. Leigh, I understand your worry and concern that other teens will follow suit, thinking there is a better place than the challenges of planet Earth. I don’t see that putting a victim on the front page is sensational; it is a way for a community to finally come to terms with a great loss and a series of tragedies and make decisions on how change may be instituted in the schools and the social system. Openness is a far better approach as it is important the community of the Comox Valley grieve together. It is when unfortunate events occur like this that teens are now gathering together
forming discussion groups to work towards ending the hidden truth of the depression and hopelessness that many feel, not only teens. It is human to feel hopelessness and I’m sure everyone has at least once thought of the uselessness of our existence but have had the coping skills or support to work through to the positive side. Others do not find it easy to manage. With our Liberal gov-
ernment giving less and less social support to communities and people needing more because of the times we live in ordinary citizens in communities are forced to take on the issues in hope of making change. When we can open our hearts and feelings to each other and know that whatever is going on is human and we are all the same. Gladys Hills, Comox
RCMP‘dragnet’ questioned Dear editor, Regarding a recent traffic “blitz”, or perhaps “dragnet,” some important questions must be raised. During this time when the RCMP is in negotiations with the BC Liberals, are the police trying to demonstrate that they can really be tough on crime? Are the coffers so low that our government must rely on traffic
violations to keep the province afloat? The police haven’t mentioned how many people were given fines when normally they would have been given a warning and sent on their way. And a far more reaching question: Is this an example of Harper’s vision for Canada? Oliver Clarke, Courtenay
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e v a Here’s how banking really works HYour SAY Dear editor, I was truly gob-smacked by the depth of misunderstandings on banking laboriously detailed in the letter by Ms. Campbell (Record, Oct. 28). While many might agree that banks keep too much of what flows through their hands, it definitely does not work as she describes. Money is a record of an obligation, and a bank’s business is to catalogue and direct the flow of these transactions. The quoted $225,000 mortgage loan is not the bank’s money; it is the mixed accumulated obligations to others, and they expect to get their money
back. The mortgage represents our collective contributions to pension funds, insurance funds and business accruals awaiting future investments, personal savings, and government tax incomes awaiting dispensation. The bank gets only a fraction of the quoted interest, because they made the obligation to pay interest on deposits as well as return the original amount, on demand. The flow of managed wealth is huge, and people can debate endlessly if the fraction kept by banks for their management role is too high, especially as this
tiny fraction amounts to very large numbers. But your $225,000 mortgage came from others so the good people who built your house could be paid now, not after you worked a lifetime to earn that money. You have the obligation to pay it back, with interest. Of the $149,929.94 you claim as 25 years of bank “revenue,” probably something like $120,000 went as interest payments to old Aunt Alice for her regular pension income to stay alive, and to little Johnny’s teachers and doctors to be paid on schedule, and to farmers so each could rely on getting their crop earnings back each year to pay
for new seed, fertilizer and fuel. The system is not perfect. It is mainly broken in the sense that politicians have promised to do things with other peoples’ money in excess of the people’s collective ability or will to pay back these obligations. Poorly regulated financial institutions mined this government direction to their own greatest advantage, until not enough people were paying back what they had borrowed. Be thankful that we live with Canada’s system, and not that of Greece, Italy, Spain or even the U.S.A. David A Kelly, Courtenay
Occupy developing own language Dear editor, “This, you have got to see,” because as they say, seeing is believing. And if you thought taking on the corporate agenda was a lofty ideal, wait until you experience how the global Occupy movement has tossed the political process out the window. Comox Valley Occupy has formally adopted the consensus model of decision-making. The traditional model in politics engenders adversarial debate, insisting on the marginalized vote instead of seeking agreement. As an intentional community, we feel that the decision and the process cannot be removed one from the other. So what does this look like? Well, don’t get fooled by the “twinkling fingers” as part of the hand language used to instantly provide feedback during discussion and also provide a voice to all, even though you may not be the person speaking. The hand language system is being used in Occupy from New York to Cairo, and is proven extremely effective. Some of the other aspects are formal roles such as the facilitator and minute-taker, but less familiar include such positions as the stack-taker, who is the individual who will recognize your hand signal to speak. “The relationship dynamic became a physically empowering presence
during our meeting last night, it still amazes me how different it was, yet how natural — how did we not know this was possible?” The expectation is that each of us holds these gems of wisdom, so when we step up and speak, we are
heard, and equally important is that we listen. We are actively choosing cooperation rather than personal preferences, and as a seriously motivated movement, this process is hugely empowering. We are welcoming our entire Comox Valley com-
munity to come and ask questions anytime or participate at the general assemblies twice a week at our Occupy site in front of the courthouse on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. and Saturdays at roughly 2:30 p.m. Caroline Alexander, Courtenay
Kent urged to protect strait Dear editor, I read with great interest Lynne Wheeler’s letter to Environment Minister Peter Kent regarding protecting Baynes Sound and the southern Strait of Georgia National Marine Conservation Area. Expanding the NMCA to include all of the Salish Sea would be a
significant contribution Kent’s government could make to the ecological and economic well-being of this region. Meanwhile, I support every effort by the federal government to make the entire Canadian side of the Salish Sea an NMCA where all marine resources can be carefully and
WAKEUP CALL TO “parents” of the Comox Valley that are supplying children, also known as minors, with alcohol at their homes. Wake up. Giving alcohol to children is illegal. You can go to jail. You can lose your house. You are not being the “cool” parent. You are not their friend. You are the parent. Set an example by educating these children that alcohol abuse and binge drinking, also known as partying, will lead them on the fast track to having nothing in their lives. Alcohol is poison. Alcohol is a depressant. Quit supplying our children with this crap. Perhaps next time you supply alcohol to children it will not be a comment in the local paper; perhaps it will be the RCMP with a warrant for your arrest. IT SEEMS LIKE every day my stepson comes home very upset. He is either being bullied at school or being bullied by neighbourhood adults complaining about him skateboarding. Heck, he can’t even set up Halloween decorations like fog machines without being stared at by people walking by our house. Maybe those individuals would prefer it that he becomes a troublemaker who damages your property or takes your
car for a joyride. So next time you want to complain to him about skateboarding just think he could be causing you a lot more grief than you can handle. THE SALVATION ARMY would like to send a bouquet of thanks to Grains Bakery for their recent generous donation of fresh baked buns. This assisted us with providing barbecued hotdogs and hamburgers for those attending the latest local Resource Fair. EVERYBODY DESERVES A Smile — a not-for-profit society started by Chantal Stefan of Cumberland, received a big boost of $3,300 from the Whistle Stop Pub golf tournament. Tammy Holmes, manager at the Whistle Stop and tournament organizer, presented the cheque to Stefan earlier this month. EDAS provides a way for people to help the homeless and disadvantaged and has begun its fall campaign to collect goods and garments for packages that will be distributed in the Comox Valley, Nanaimo and the streets of Victoria. For more information on EDAS, contact Chantal Stefan at 250618-0054 or edasproject@hotmail.com or visit the website at www.edas.ca.
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conservatively managed for future generations to enjoy and external threats such as proposed adjacent open pit coal mines are thoroughly evaluated with regards to potential direct, indirect, and cumulative effects on the marine environment. Dr. Katherine Dunster, Denman Island
Dear editor, The Comox Valley Project Watershed Society is a stewardship group concerned with the watersheds of the Comox Valley. Our board of directors is all volunteers. Below are three specific questions on three areas that will impact on the watersheds of the Valley. We feel that all registered voters in the Comox Valley will be interested in reading answers from all mayoralty candidates and Cumberland mayor elect Leslie Baird to these questions. • Do you think the majority of voters in your jurisdiction are in favour of sustainability and preserving and protecting the environment? • The local governments in the Comox Valley have passed the Regional Growth Strategy and adopted a sustainability plan that is a template for
Strongest coal review demanded assessments to be even weaker. She recently said she is “tired” of hearing people say they have concerns about mines, and that government should be “getting out of the way of economic activity.” If Don McRae is serious about protecting the shellfish industry, he should speak out now. Will he support the strongest form of environmental assessment or not? Will he stand up and defend our vulnerable shellfish industry and the hundreds of jobs that Kassandra Dycke, Comox come with it? Editor’s note: Kassandra Dycke is the provincial NDP candidate for the Comox Valley.
Dear editor, Speaking in defence of the BC Liberal government’s weak assessment process for the proposed coal mine in Comox Valley, MLA Don McRae has overlooked some key points. First, the strongest form of environmental assessment is an independent expert panel review with full public hearings. The local community is insisting on this approach, given how much is at stake — especially for hundreds of jobs in the shellfish industry. So far Mr. McRae and the Liberals have refused to support a stronger review process. Second, Liberal leader Christy Clark has made it clear she wants mine
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growth in the Valley for the future. It states that Courtenay and Comox should densify and build up instead of out to the rural districts. If elected, how would you ensure that the Regional Growth Strategy and sustainability plan are implemented over the next three years? • The most significant single natural feature in the Comox Valley is our estuary. Four different jurisdictions make decisions that affect the health and vitality of this environmental feature. Do you think that there should be one common estuary management plan? We invite you to write back to both local newspapers with your specific answers. Paul Horgen Editor’s note: Paul Horgen wrote on behalf of the board of directors of the Comox Valley Project Watershed Society. WOODY’S Coolers 5 Flavours • Imported from UK • 4-Pack
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STATION 60 MEMBERS transfer their “casualty” from the chilly waters of Comox Lake to safety and warmth ashore.
Rescuers always welcome recruits New recruits of Comox Valley Marine Rescue Station 60 got a chance to take a dip in the chilly waters of Comox Lake recently to try out their survival suits and complete their cold-water training. Comox Valley Marine Rescue (CVMR) Station 60 conducts the training once a year at Comox Lake to introduce recruits to the effects of cold-water immersion and hypothermia. Recruits learn to trust their survival suits for both flotation and heat retention. They also learn to be aware of and to control the “gasp reflex” that occurs when jumping (or falling) into cold water. “The training in cold water immersion at Comox Lake gives new recruits a hands-on demonstration of how to reduce their own heat loss when suddenly immersed in cold water,” commented Lynne Isenor, Station 60’s training officer. Safe and careful recovery of “casualties” was another aspect of the cold water training. With a technique called “parbuckling,” Station 60 members retrieved their colleagues from the chilly waters quickly and efficiently. “New crew learn to understand the type of care a crewmember or casualty in distress requires when stricken with hypothermia,” Isenor continued. Station 60 is always looking for new recruits. If you are interested in helping to save lives on the water, consider
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The Aviva Community Fund online voting extravaganza is underway for the third year. Participants of the Comox Valley Girls Group, sponsored by Comox Valley Transition Society, are asking for your support. The second round of voting began Oct. 24 and runs until Nov. 9. The projects with the highest number of votes go on to the semifinals. To vote, go to the Aviva website at www.avivacommunityfund.org and register. You can also access the Aviva Community Fund page on Facebook and vote there. You have 15 votes and it’s important to vote each day. Aviva has made it easy to send links to your contacts via e-mail and Facebook, and offers many suggestions for promotion through social media. The name of the project is Girls Supporting Girls for Healthy Living and the project number is 11262. Over the past 13 years, literally hundreds of girls have been positively impacted by their experiences in Girls Group. The excerpted project description follows: “We live in the vibrant, scenically exquisite, arts and recreation rich community of the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. There are many positives here, but as in many
communities, we have our challenges. Our resource-based economy is dwindling; with the economic challenges come social problems such as poverty, homelessness, and increased stress on families. “With these challenges, we encounter a high rate of relationship violence, substance misuse, and potential of sexual exploitation. We need to do everything we can to equip our youth, particularly our girls, with the skills to mitigate against these challenges. “We are passionate about the potential of girls in our community, and we hope you will be also! “Our project entails expanding a popular Girls Group program, to reach more girls locally and beyond. “We expect many positive outcomes from this project, including improved self-efficacy, enhanced assertiveness and communication skills, greater understanding and awareness issues affecting girls and women, improved mental health and knowledge of self-care, healthier relationships, and better understanding of factors that contribute to disordered eating and misuse of substances. “We believe when we improve the lives and health of our girls, there is a positive spillover to the larger community.” — Comox Valley Girls Group
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Zalm joins Hydro conspiracy club VICTORIA — The smart meter installation van arrived on my street last week, as BC Hydro’s smart grid project heads toward the halfway mark. This system will not only detect outages, electricity loss and theft, it enables a voluntary time-of-use system where users can get a discount by shifting consumption to low-peak times. You could even set up wind or solar generation that the meter would record and subtract from your bill. But apparently no one wants to talk about that. Black Press papers continue to run letters with exaggerated or false claims that stoke baseless fear of radio waves. Where is this coming from? I’m grateful to the anonymous smart-meter foe who started
sending me updates from “Citizens for Safe Technology,” a loose collection of U.S. and Canadian activists that claims to include doctors, lawyers and other professionals. A video starts with a juvenile union parody showing executives plotting to sell BC Hydro to General Electric. Then it moves to an apparently serious interview with Bill Vander Zalm, who expands on his earlier conspiracy theory about the harmonized sales tax being part of a European Union plot for world domination. Vander Zalm asserts that smart meters and appliances create such a powerful surveillance network, “they’ll even know what you’re cooking.” There are those who claim smart meters can tell what channel your TV is on, but this
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CLEAR P R I C I NO U T G! ! s t n e m REBAT Refresh UP TO ES ! s $ t f 12,00 Gi 0 FINANC
November
4&5
9am - 6pm CHEVROLET • BUICK • GMC
www.brianmclean.ca • 2145 cliffe avenue • courtenay • 250-334-2425