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It’s official: Big Time Out on the move

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For the second time in as many weeks Cumberland council has voted against holding The Big Time Out at Village Park. In a 2-2 vote at a special Tuesday meeting to reconsider a revised application from Cumberland Village Works, council defeated a motion by Coun. Kate Greening to proceed with the Aug. 12 and 13 music festival at its usual location near the downtown core. Last week at an in-camera meeting, council unanimously denied the application to hold the event in the village, siding with a recommendation from the RCMP, who are concerned about security. Mayor Fred Bates, who did not attend Tuesday’s session, had also said BTO organizers failed to submit security and other application details on time. In a revised application, festival artistic director vig Schulman proposed to remove the beer garden from the event. He also proposed to hire supplemental contract security — which would increase the number of people in a security capacity to more than 130 — and to name Bates and the four councillors in the insurance policy, in addition to the village itself. “Please bring The Big Time Out back to Cumberland where it belongs,” an emotional Schul-

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LOUISA MCLELLAN of Ash Berry Farm in Royston says the stage for The Big Time Out will be in the rear of this photo up a slight rise in the land. See editorial on A21, Bedouin Soundclash interview on B1. PHOTO BY SCOTT STANFIELD man said to a round of applause from about 50 supporters who attended Tuesday’s meeting. Schulman admits, “We did not conform to the timelines that were set out for this year.” Without a beer garden, police acknowledge they “no longer have a say as far as approving the event,” he added. He also noted 600-plus e-mails

had appealed to council to reconsider its original decision. Greening’s motion was subject to the amended security plan. She also requested festival organizers to debrief the community at an October meeting. Coun. Gwyn Sproule, despite seconding the motion, was not impressed with the barrage of e-mails and misinformation that

pointed fingers at council when the blame, she said, should be placed on organizers for missed deadlines. “Council has the potential to be held liable for gross negligence in the eyes of the law, both as a corporate body and as individuals, if it allows The Big Time Out to proceed without RCMP

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Courtenay council wants shelter search reopened Lindsay Chung Record Staff

Courtenay council will ask the regional district to reopen the search for a site upon which to build a homeless shelter or supportive housing. Picking up where they left off July 18 when three councillors walked out

Ambler breaks deadlock of the meeting, council debated a motion by Coun. Murray Presley to ask the Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) to reopen the search for a “more suitable” site than the one purchased on Cliffe Avenue while affirming its

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passed. Couns. Presley, Larry Jangula, Manno Theos and Jon Ambler voted to ask the CVRD to reopen the site search, while Couns. Doug Hillian and Ronna-Rae Leonard and Mayor Greg Phelps voted

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against it. “This is not a case of opposing assistance to the homeless,” said Presley. “We all three councillors fully supported a $500,000commitment through the CVRD to fund assistance to the homeless. “Unfortunately, the main issue has been the

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Council in Cumberland concerned about liability Continued from A1

support,” she said. Sproule questioned if the village and council could be liable if something happened, even at an alcohol-free event. Acting chief admin-

istrative officer Dave Durrant, noting indemnification of councillors under the Local Government Act, said the Village can be held liable when thousands of people attend a community event, even if

Tour de Rock events abound The many supporters of the annual Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock fundraiser have many events scheduled. Here’s a partial list: Aug. 8 — Movie on The Green, Crown Isle Resort Despicable Me will be on the big screen, as Crown Isle turns the driving range into an open-air movie theatre. Admission by donation to Tour de Rock. Bring your lawnchairs and blankets. Show begins at dusk. For more information contact Patti Mertz, pmertz@bc.cancer.ca. Aug. 13 — Applebee’s Tour de Rock Pancake Breakfast. Start your weekend with a great breakfast and support the cause! 8 to 11:30 a.m. $10 per person, limited seating. Advance tick-

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police are not required to sign off. “It has to do with risk appetite,” he said. “That is a very precarious position for any municipal council.” Couns. Leslie Baird and Bronco Moncrief, who chaired the meeting, did not support Greening’s motion. “This has been going on since last year,” said Moncrief, who suggested the throng of support was an attempt to intimidate council into reversing its earlier decision. “Here we are at the ninth minute. I do not support this. Hopefully next year you’ll get your act together sooner.” Baird is not prepared to put herself in a position to lose her home,

If we don’t move forward now, we will be behind yet again, we will be behind, we will be showing once again to the province that we can’t work together, that we can’t find a way to move forward.

flexibility demonstrated by council and police at previous events. The recent murder near the entrance to Vanier Secondary in Courtenay in which a 16-year-old boy is accused of fatally stabbing 19-year-old James Denton following a music festival at the Exhibition Grounds figured in police’s decision to not endorse the Big Time Out. In a letter to council, Comox Valley RCMP Insp. Tom Gray said the fallout from the

murder “is one of highly-charged anger and raw, unresolved feelings towards various segments of the community.” Ash Berry Farm falls within the jurisdiction of the regional district, which does not require a special permit if fewer than

1,000 people attend the event, as organizers have indicated. If attendance exceeds 1,000 — including fans, entertainers, crew, staff, vendors and security — the district would investigate because the overflow would contravene a bylaw. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. For Bruce Gordon, a circumnavigation of the globe began with the first push of a pedal on his Bacchetta recumbent bike. The former Comox Valley resident is on a solo trip around the wo rld ld with ith a two-fold purpose: to world beat the Guinness world record for fastest unsupported global circumnavigation by bicycle and to raise funds for World Vision. Ta k i n g s o m e major time o f f from

his job as a roofer in Sechelt, Gordon has had many adventures, the most recent being celebrating his 49th birthday on July 23 as he peddled through the sweltering heat that has hit the east coast of North America. “Right now the biggest challenge has been the heat,” Gordon said in an e-mail sent from a recent stop that had WiFi access. “This morning, 10 a.m, as I rode through Greenwich (in New York), the temp was 97F. Not sure what it was at noon but I can tell you, it was smokin’ hot. The breeze felt like i t

was coming from an oven. “As I am set to travel south as far as Fort Myers (Florida), then turn towards the Canadian Prairies, then turning back towards Yuma before turning towards home, I best not be complaining about the heat,” he said. Gordon’s remarkable journey began April 8 from the driveway of his Halfmoon Bay home (just north of Sechelt on the Sunshine Coast). That’s also the finish line, but he says nailing down the day the trip will end is tough. “Somewhere around the end of August. I will know better as I get closer.” While enjoying spectacular scenery in locales such as Italy, Spain, Greece, and Australia, Gordon also has an eye on the clock as he attempts to get into the Guinness Book of World Records. “The current record is held by y Vin Cox of the U U. K.,” Gordon said. U.K.,” “He completed the circumnavigation (29,331 kilometres) according to the Guinness

rules in 163.5 days — an average of 177 kilometres per day. My average has slipped some since arriving back in America. “Still, I’m sitting at about 185 kpd. I hope to finish with at least a 200 kpd average. That means I’ve got some work to do.” Gordon says the number of hours a day he spends on the road varies. “If I were to figure out the average, I’d guess it would be around eight hours of actual ride time, not including the breaks for lunch, etc. Many days have been over 12 hours actual ride time, some have only amounted to five or six.” Gordon says he has not suffered the loneliness of a longdistance solo cyclist. “I thought it was going to be a lonely adventure but it hasn’t been. I meet lots of folks who want to gab. Lots of people interested in the bike, then the adventure. And I keep in touch with a growing number of friends through social media – Twitter, Facebook, TMT, e-mail, etc.” Speaking of social media, all the details of Gordon’s tour are on his website at www.globebent. org. There is a link to donate to World Vision, and a regularly updated blog that is well worth the read – especially the tale of his run-in with a Mad Max-type big rig trucker in Australia. The tour has its challenges and highlights, Gordon said. “Major challenges change from day to day. Sometimes it’s the headwinds, or the rain. Sometimes it’s simply the terrain. If it’s hilly for days on end, it really wears you down. Some-

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Several on council concerned about shelter delay Continued from A1

site chosen by the CVRD, a site opposed by the Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce and an 1,100-signature petition. The request of my motion to reconsider the site and see if a better alternate site could be found became more reasonable for several reasons.” Presley emphasized that his motion is not meant to delay providing housing for the homeless. But delay was exactly what Hillian was concerned about. “It has been a long time that this issue has been on the local agenda without significant action,” he said. “We have an opportunity now to take one step, which is to provide a shelter facility that will be located close to the services downtown and can in fact be designed with the involvement of people in the local community to mitigate the concerns.” Ambler noted that as a military leader, he was trained to avoid second-guessing decisions, but he felt that in this case, there was a lot of new information worth considering. “We have learned plenty, enough in my mind to make us consider, as we are doing today, re-examining a single element of that project,” he said. “Many citizens and organizations have expressed their concern about this site while many others have expressed their support for it. We have learned enough in the past year and a half in my mind to let us consider re-examining the decision.” Ambler felt it was key that Presley’s motion contained the formal statement confirming Courtenay’s commitment to the project. “Publicly reaffirm-

ing our commitment to of organizations that be showing once again taking effective action work with the home- to the province that to ease the homeless less that whatever we we can’t work together, problem while refer- do, because our need is that we can’t find a ring to the CVRD the so great in this commu- way to move forward.” specific nity, any Jangula took excepconcerns step is tion to comments that of our The main issue the right the city’s been dragcitizens s t e p , ” ging its feet, as he felt with the has been the site cho- she said. Courtenay has been a s e l e c t e d sen by the CVRD, a “ T h i s leader in this issue, and site is site opposed by the m o t i o n he was concerned that w h a t go no one knows exactly Comox Valley Cham- will we need b a c k what is being planned to do,” ber of Commerce and to the for the site, and no one he said. an 1,100-signature C V R D has talked to homeless “I don’t petition. and in people and asked them t h i n k all like- what they want. Murray Presley l i h o o d we can Theos advocated afford to w i l l for providing housing do something and then come back to us, and first. have it fail. I think as we will be no further “An emergency shelan elected represen- ahead. ter, in my opinion, is a tative, when so many “We have committed Band-Aid solution that people come forward to this. If we don’t move currently already exists from the full spectrum forward now, we will be in our community,” he with their concerns behind yet again, we said. “My belief is our about this site, I don’t will be behind, we will community needs perthink I can sit and ignore them.” Leonard was also worried about delaying the process. www.bcferries.com “When we went into Nanaimo Departure Bay - Horseshoe Bay this process, I didn’t June 29, 2011 to September 5, 2011 think building a shelter Leave Horseshoe Bay was the best first step, 6:20 am 10:40 am 3:10 pm 7:30 pm but I was told categori8:30 am 12:50 pm 5:20 pm 9:30 pm ^ 10:05 am ◊ 2:30 pm 6:55 pm 11:05 pm ∞ cally by a whole host Leave Departure Bay

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It’s been approved in Cumberland, and now the Car Free Initiative has the go-ahead in Courtenay. During Tuesday’s meeting, council approved the Car Free Sunday event as long as a traffic management plan that is acceptable to the city’s director of operational services is submitted along with required insurance. This means that, as long as those conditions are met, Sept. 25 from 1 to 5 p.m., temporary road closures will be permitted on Fitzgerald Avenue from Fifth Street to 26th Street, 26th Street from Fitzgerald Avenue to Willemar Avenue, Willemar Avenue from 26th Street to Fifth Street, and Fifth Street from Willemar Avenue to Cliffe Avenue. The Fifth Street Bridge will remain open. The road closures would affect about 40 intersections and hundreds of house and business accesses, Kevin Lagan, the city’s director of operational services, noted in his report to council. “This is the first event of this type to be

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arranged in the city,” he Two weeks ago, wrote. “It is proposed Andrew Gower made for a Sunday; however, a presentation to counit is on roads which cil about the first-ever are primarily fronted Car Free Sunday iniby residential proper- tiative being proposed ties. In the information by Imagine Comox Valgathering process, the ley. subject Gower of traffic is hoping Access for manageto create ment was residents and loops that raised. are closed business users in “ W e vehicles will be to vehicuh a v e lar trafreceived severely restricted fic for four an initial and adequate pro- hours on response vision needs to be a Sunday to the afternoon made to accommoquestion in Courtea s k e d , date those motornay, Comox but fur- ists and Cumt h e r Kevin Lagan berland. details Coun. a r e Doug Hillrequired. Access for ian thought Gower’s residents and business proposal had merit. users in vehicles will “I was particularly be severely restricted, impressed by the enerand adequate provi- gy and enthusiasm of sion needs to be made the young man himto accommodate those self,” he said. “I think motorists.” it’s worthwhile to look at it.” Coun. Larry Jangula, who voted against the event, had many con-

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Powerhouse Road next week on Monday and Tuesday. — BC Hydro

cerns and told council he has received many e-mails from people who will be hemmed in by the closures. “I’m not opposed to closing areas, but this is a huge, huge area,” he said, adding he was concerned about safety because there is no way to ensure a vehicle won’t use the road. Coun. Murray Presley also voted against Car Free Sunday, noting residents won’t be allowed to drive away from their homes. Lagan told council he also has some concerns, and he needs more questions answered. “I have given a positive recommendation to council with the reservation that a traffic management plan be given to me and I’m happy with it,” he said. “We will bring something back if it comes to a situation where we can’t come to an agreement. We need to see a lot of details for this to work.” Coun. Jon Ambler was supportive, although he raised a concern about people coming from out of town stumbling upon this and not knowing what’s happening. “I think it’s a neat idea,” he said. “Given it’s seven weeks’ notice, I think residents can make alternate plans.”

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Camaraderie prevailed Twelve teams competed in four divisions at Nautical Days

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Bryan’s bullhead biggest Record Staff Many fish bit and lots were caught during the 25th annual Bullhead Derby, the largest catchand-release event of its kind in the Pacific Northwest, last Saturday at Nautical Days in Comox. No bullhead was bigger than the 19.5-centimetre whopper hauled up by Bryan Robbins, who earned the Bill Ross Memorial Tro-

phy. First-place trophies went to: Austin Morrison (50-cm tom cod), Kyle McLeod (32.5-cm greenling), Michaela Turnowski (28.5-cm rockfish), Ashton Lively (18-cm flatfish), Elijah Court (23.5-cm perch) and Dominique Dawson (25.5-cm oddest catch). Second-place medals were taken by Callum Peterson (18-cm bullhead), Ty Morrison (32-cm tom

cod), Marissa Greenwood (32.5-cm greenling), Shane Lapp (23-cm rockfish), Michael Jones (16-cm flatfish), Liam Court (22-cm perch) and Kaylee Procter (23-cm oddest catch). The event was sponsored by First Insurance, the Comox Valley Record, Canadian Tire, Gone Fishin’, Comox Harbour Authority, Fisheries and Oceans, Dairy Queen and Wendy’s.

The sun was shining and the water calm for the sixth annual Victor Simonson Dragon Boat Regatta. Twelve teams from all over Vancouver Island and the Mainland competed for the women’s, open and breast cancer survivors division titles during Nautical Days. The sound of the beating drum drew crowds onto the pier at the Comox Marina to watch dragon boat teams power to the finish line. This year, the Aquaholics from Nanaimo took home the Open Division title with an accumulative time of 5:08.65. The Dragon Flies from the Comox Valley came second with an accumulative time of 5:20.87. In a close-fought women’s division, the Flying Dragons edged River Spirit to take top spot with a total time of 5:36.06. In an emotional moment during the day, breast cancer teams and onlookers who lined the pier honoured those who have battled or are battling breast cancer, with a carnation ceremony.

CONDITIONS WERE IDEAL for the sixth annual Victor PHOTO BY JUSTIN HUGHES Simonson Dragon Boat Regatta. Dragon boating has become popular with breast cancer survivors as a way to get exercise and meet people who have had similar experiences. The ceremony was preluded by a breast cancer survivor race that was won by Hope Afloat and some additional paddlers from other teams. Although all the teams were battling for first place in their divisions, there was a real community feel

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THIS MARSH MARIGOLD is just one of the many sights for botany-minded hikers in Paradise Meadows.

Nature walks in Paradise Summer may have started late at Paradise Meadows this year — but summer will carry on through September, with extended staffing and programming at the Strathcona Park Wilderness Centre. The centre is located at the Paradise Meadows trailhead to Strathcona Park, and is operated by the Strathcona Wilderness Institute (SWI), a nonprofit society. Thanks to funding from the Comox Valley Regional District, hours have been extended this season. The centre will be staffed for visitor information up to Oct. 2 on Saturdays, Sundays and holiday Mondays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. as well as on many weekdays, thanks to volunteers. SWI programs include Nature Walks and Talks, about two hours, with a guest expert on a nature theme. Level 1 hikes are three to four hours with a guide, for all ages. Level 2 hikes are five to seven hours with a guide, for intermediate hikers. Level 3 hikes are eight to 10 hours, for fit hikers only. Centennial events are special programs for Strathcona Park’s 100th year.

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SPCA being overwhelmed by‘mountain of kittens’ Surrendered, abandoned kitten surge begins in May In animal welfare organizations, the huge influx of surrendered and abandoned kittens that begins in May and continues throughout the fall is commonly known as the “mountain of kittens.” The Comox Valley SPCA has nearly 50 cats and kittens in care right now, many of whom are young orphan kittens that require a lot of care and attention. Foster co-ordinator Joan Hine says it is overwhelming for staff and volunteers to deal with so many kittens on top of the demands of a full shelter, but they are managing with the help of foster homes. While surrendered litters present a challenge for BC SPCA staff and volunteers, staff want to remind people that it is important for those wanting to surrender animals to meet with staff and

provide background information. “We want to be sure the animals receive the best care possible, and having accurate information about their background, age and health is very important,” said Hine. “When animals are abandoned or just dumped at the shelter door, it puts the animal’s health in jeopardy, and we lose the opportunity to gather the information necessary to rehome that animal.” One such case occurred this week, when the morning staff person found a cardboard box taped up with electrical tape, sitting by the front door. Inside the box, she discovered a shocking sight — a cat with two newborn kittens, another young cat and her kitten, amid soiled and bloodstained newspaper. Nobody knows how long the animals were trapped inside the box.

PEBBLES THE CAT and her remaining kitten are the only survivors after they, another cat and two more kittens were found abandoned in a box outside the Comox Valley SPCA. Staff rushed the animals into the shelter and provided immediate care, including treatment for terrible ear mites. Unfortunately, one of the newborn kittens died before the box was discovered.

“Someone just left the cats and kittens in a box outside when we were closed,” remarked Hine. “We urge people who feel they must surrender their animals to please do so in a responsible way so

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Backlash to pesticide bylaw Every Friday we feature Valley history taken from our back issues. Five years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: The message was loud and clear about a proposed new pesticide use bylaw in Comox: An all-out ban is a reaction to alarmists’ concerns and unfair to businesses that use them minimally and responsibly. “You are trying to restrict these products just because of their name, not their toxicity, not their strength, mode of action or anything else,” said Harv Chapple, who operated Weed Man for many years. The bylaw, up for third reading, was tabled until the fall. Ten years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: A Denman Island woman gave birth to a baby boy in the back seat of a car speeding down the Dyke Road toward St. Joseph’s Hospital. The father, Kevin Cronin, said the car was close to the hospital when he

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STANFIELD pulled into Portuguese Joe’s Fish Market. The mother, Leticia Clark, was in the back seat with her six-year-old daughter, Siquoya. The family had caught an evening ferry at Buckley Bay. By the time an ambulance arrived, the baby had been born. Fifteen years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: A young boy was flown to Vancouver Children’s Hospital after rescue crews pulled him from the Puntledge River. The boy was trapped underwater when his lifejacket snagged on a tree in rapids about 800 yards downstream from the Condensory Bridge. Rescue 71 and police spotted the lifejacket bobbing in the swift water. Rescuers formed a human chain to reach

the boy. After several attempts, RCMP Cpl. Ian George freed the lifejacket and carried the boy ashore. Police and firefighters administered CPR as the boy was carried up the trail on a stretcher. Twenty years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: Comox would gain a $2.2-million community centre if voters approve funding in a fall referendum. If it passes, property owners would pay $800,000 of the cost over 20 years. The contract called for a two-storey building attached to the recreation complex on Noel Avenue. Squash courts, offices and a gym were planned for the first floor, and meeting rooms, a kitchen, bar and lounge for the second floor. Recreation director David Durrant hailed the plan as a “superior design.” Twenty five years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: The Social Credit government’s confron-

tational style will escalate under Bill Vander Zalm’s leadership, area MLA Karen Sanford predicted. She felt Vander Zalm’s style had been well documented during his term as a cabinet member. Two of his cabinet colleagues had said they would not serve under him. “B.C. needs a leader concerned about getting people back to work,” said Sanford, who was not sure what Vander Zalm would do once he was sworn is as premier.

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Travelling smoother when you plan Several of our clients have enjoyed travelling this summer, and we’ve had the privilege of assisting them with their planning. Along the way, we’ve learned a few new things about seniors travelling on their own and with a family member. It seems like a good time to share them. Whether you are taking a train, plane or tent trailer, you can find a few tips for a safe and enjoyable trip! Although a spontaneous trip is exciting, so can the trip to a hospital be because you forgot to pack your medication in your carry-on or you didn’t realize the hostel only had stairs, causing joint pain. Talking to your transportation company and accommodation provider well in advance is probably the most important thing you can do (and of course reading this column!). • Don’t underplay your challenges. Be very clear with your travel agent, transportation company (plane, cruise, train, bus) and accommodation pro-

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tainers, and some over the counter products from Canadian require prescriptions in other countries, including the United States. Keep all information about your prescriptions with other documentation close at hand. Pack an extra supply of medication. If you use oxygen, airlines have rules about how they handle it and may not allow yours on board. • Assistive Devices. If you use a wheelchair or other mobility aids, let your transportation company know ahead of time to allow for proper preparations. You may need to transfer to a boarding wheelchair somewhere between check-in and boarding, and you can ask to delay this as long as possible. Ask how your mobility aid will be secured and stored on board. If you have a hearing aid, be sure to carry extra batteries, and always carry an extra set of glasses as well as the prescription for replacement. • Ask for help. When travelling, there are several points along your journey where you can receive help from check-in to transferring

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Free swim lessons offered The Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) is offering free summer swim lessons at the Comox Valley Sports Centre from Aug. 22 to 26. There are over 30 classes being offered at no charge and all are five days long. Classes are suited for everyone from toddlers to seniors. “This is a great opportunity to keep active during the summer and have fun learning new swimming and water safety skills,” said Jennifer Zbinden,

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CALENDAR 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. S ANON Comox Valley: Have you felt hurt, ashamed or alone because of sexual behaviour of a loved one? 12-step fellowship group provides experience, strength, hope & friendship. FMI: sanon. comoxvalley@gmail.com, 1-888-250-7305. NAR-A-NON: If a family member or friend is using drugs, how does it affect you? We can help. Call Rene 250-334-2392, Sharon 250339-7906 or Jack 250-3343485.

national & local musicians, variety of styles/genres; senior & youth-friendly. Volunteers needed – call Milo 250-702-6456. KITTY CAT PAL Society Adopt-a-Pal kittens & cats available for adoption at Woofy’s, 2400 Cliffe Ave., 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FMI: 250-2187223, www.kittycatpals.com. COMOX Seniors Centre hosts Cha-cha workshop & dance, d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Ave., 2–5 p.m. (registration 1:30 p.m.). Nelson Wong of DanceSport teaches/plays variety of dance music including 2 line dances. $10/guests w/prior registration; $8/members; $12 at door. FMI: Arabella 250-941-8885.

Monday, Aug. 8 C.V. MENTAL Health & Addiction Services offers free Wellness Workshop on enhancing self-esteem: learn new skills & thinking styles on feeling more confident & promoting mental & emotional well-being, Cedar Room, Public Health, 961 England Ave., Courtenay, 1:30–4 p.m. Space limited; pre-registration required. FMI: 250-331-8524.

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C.V. NEWCOMERS’ Women’s Walking Group (for those living in Comox Valley less than 2 years) meets for Rosewall Creek walk; meet at Staples (recycling area), 8:50 a.m. Carpool. FMI: Brenda 250-871-3680, Kate 250-3389310, Kari 250-339-5851, www.cvnewcomers.blogspot.com. EVERGREEN Seniors At the Movies, Rotary Hall, Florence Filberg Centre, 12:30 p.m. FMI: 250-338-1000. EVERGREEN Seniors Friday Night Dance with music by Dan & Mark, Rotary Hall, Florence Filberg Centre, 8 p.m. FMI: 250-338-1000. SILENT Auction at Whistle Stop Pub Aug. 5 & 6. Proceeds benefit Sharon Youngman for MS treatment. FMI: Muriel 250-334-2384.

C.V. WOOD Carvers meet every Tuesday to carve & learn about carving, Royston Community Hall, 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m. No experience necessary. FMI: Al 250-331-0156, Jim 250-339-5350. COMOX Seniors’ Association offers Nia with Ann Marie Lische, d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Ave., 3–4:14 p.m. Members $20/mo., guests $30/mo. or $10/session dropin. FMI: Arabella 250-9418885.

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COMOX Seniors’ Association offers Beyond Beginner Yoga, d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Ave., 10:30 a.m.noon. Members $20/mo., guests $10/session drop-in or $30/4 sessions. FMI: Arabella 250-941-8885.

FANNY BAY Community Garage/Junk-in-your-Trunk Sale, Fanny Bay Community Hall, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. FMI/table reservations: 250-335-32382. C.V. FARMERS’ Market with entertainment by Grimm & Barrat, C.V. Exhibition Grounds, Headquarters Road, Courtenay, 9 a.m.noon. FMI: Mkt. Mgr. Vickey 250-218-0321, www.comoxvalleyfarmersmarket.com. CUMBERLAND United Church offers Meditation, First & Penrith, Cumberland, 9–9:45 a.m. Shared leadership & variety of meditation styles. By donation. FMI: Julianne 250-400-7084. KITTY CAT PAL Society Adopt-a-Pal kittens & cats available for adoption at Woofy’s, Ryan Rd. near Superstore, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FMI: 250-218-7223, www.kittycatpals.com. COMOX Seniors’ Association offers informal practice & small group coaching on Latin style, movement & frame with Eric Lam, d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Ave., 2–4 p.m., general dancing to 5 p.m. $10/person. Until Aug. 5 register with Donnie 250-339-6093. FMI: Arabella 250-941-8885. SILENT Auction at Whistle Stop Pub Aug. 5 & 6. Proceeds benefit Sharon Youngman for MS treatment. FMI: Muriel 250-334-2384.

Sunday, Aug. 7 NORTH Island Unity Spiritual Community service with speaker Rev. Dr. Gail Muzio on Foundations of Healing, Lions Den, Nordin St., Comox, 10:30 a.m. All welcome. FMI: northislandunity@hotmail.com. 2ND ANNUAL Grill ‘n’ Chill all-day live music & barbecue, Simms Millennium Park, 11 a.m.–11 p.m. Free event;

Wednesday, Aug. 10 C.V. FARMERS’ Market with entertainment by Allan Jossul, Comox Bay Farm, Comox Road, Courtenay, 9 a.m.noon. FMI: Mkt. Mgr. Vickey 250-218-0321, www.comoxvalleyfarmersmarket.com.

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We each grieve in our own time in our own way Dear Counsellor: There have been a number of very tragic events in our communities over the past number of weeks, and I send my deepest sympathy to those families in our community. While our family is not directly impacted by these events, I have been surprised by how it has affected our family emotionally. Not only has it brought up memories of the loss of my father in the past couple of years, but the loss of children their age has seemed to have a deep impact on my children as well. It is hard to know what to do with these thoughts and feelings, and everyone seems to be having a bit of a tough time right now. I assume this is grief, but I am not sure and I am not sure what to do to help. Thank you for your kind thoughts. It is a difficult time for many in the community right now, and the events of the past few weeks

have indeed been very remember about helpCONSULT A tragic. ing ourselves and othCOUNSELLOR You are correct in ers during times of identifying the struggrief is to create some gles you and many othtime and room for all ers are experiencing as of our thoughts and NDREW grief. feelings. We need to Grief is the normal remember to take care OCHHEAD reaction to loss, and of ourselves and not to it can be triggered by try to do too much or many different types of be difficult to cope with expect things to haploss. It is not uncom- at times. pen as normal. mon for those not Self-care is often the There is no right or directly impacted by wrong way to grieve, hardest during these an event to also expe- and it is important that times, and it is exactly rience strong feelings we respect both our what we need to do and memories of their own and other’s indi- to work through what losses. vidual processes. This we are experiencing Each one of us expe- can be difficult to do regardless of how close riences grief and loss in at times because of our or distant the loss is unique and individual own thoughts and feel- that we are respondway. Grief is sometimes ings. As well, we often ing to. described as a number are uncertain how to Grieving takes time, of stages and the that we process One of the most important things c a n n o t progress t h r o u g h , to remember about helping yourselves be forced and this and others during times of grief is to or hurmay be ried. How true for create some time and room for all of long it m a n y our thoughts and feelings. takes is as people, individual but it is not always help or support others, as the person experiexperienced in this leading to discomfort encing the loss. Some way. Regardless, indi- and awkwardness in people take weeks; viduals often experience our interactions with other take months. a host of confusing and each other. Additionally, as you One of the most note, other events can challenging thoughts and feelings that can important things to trigger our own memo-

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ries and experiences, leading to some further processing long after we thought we had finished our own processes. We all need space, support, connection and help during these times. Practical supports such as help with daily tasks like cooking, cleaning, chores and errands, as well as emotional supports such as an understanding friend to talk to or hang out with or just to sit with can also be helpful. The best support we can give to someone else is to make ourselves available to them for whatever type of support that they can best use in the moments. For your children, just noticing that they are struggling, being available and modifying expectations of them as necessary is often what they need. Finally, sharing our thoughts and feelings and giving voice to our experience is also important for many

Determining vehicle speed from yaw marks When a vehicle is in yaw, it is rotating around a vertical axis through its centre of mass. The long, curved Y-shaped marks left by the tires on the pavement were characteristic of this motion. If they were striated and of constantly diminishing radius, they were of great interest for collision reconstruction because the vehicle’s speed could be determined from them. A series of chord and middle ordinate measurements were made

of the outside front tire mark at regular intervals starting where the outside rear tire started to track outside of the path of the front tire. These measurements were used to calculate the radius of the curved tire mark, and the series was compared to ensure that the radius was continually getting smaller. If so, this was a true yaw, and, combined with the co-efficient of friction for the road surface, the vehicle speed could be calculated.

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SCHEWE For the simplest case, a flat road, the equation speed equals 11.27 times the square root of the front tire mark radius multiplied by the co-efficient of friction of the road surface would yield the speed of the vehicle at that point of the yaw in km/h. This equation and

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people. Again, how each person does this varies with each individual, but sharing your thoughts, feelings and reactions with your family may be helpful for all of you. It allows each of you the opportunity to express your grief and to understand and support each other. If either you or your family are feeling completely overwhelmed or stuck as your grief unfolds, it is important to reach out for help. If you feel this applies to you, please make use of your informal supports

such as close family and friends or reach out to more formal supports such as your family doctor, church and/ or a qualified counsellor. If you would like to ask a question of the counsellors, for a response in future columns, e-mail them at askpacific@shaw.ca. Consult a Counsellor is provided by the registered clinical counsellors at Pacific Therapy & Consulting: Nancy Bock, Diane Davies, Leslie Wells, Andrew Lochhead and Karen Turner. It appears every second Friday.

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How to overcome presentation jitters Presenting yourself crucial to your odds of success

Over the years, I have seen a great many good projects or ideas fail, not because they were no good but because they were not presented properly. A good presentation, like any business strategy, requires you to develop a plan. It follows the basic rules of communication. In simple terms, they are to know your audience, tell them who you are, state the benefits of what you have to offer, prove your points and ask for the order. Seems simple, but like all face-to-face situ-

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Whether in business or on a personal level, wants and needs that one of life’s greatest your product or service fears is having to stand can provide. up and make a presenOrganization of your tation. presentation can be Most of us can get divided into six steps. by when it is one-on1. Start with why one but start to fall you are making the apart when faced with presentation. What a larger audience. is so beneficial about With the business your product or serenvironment becoming vice for this particular increasingly competiaudience? tive, an expression that 2. Develop the key is now somepoints what cliché, you want it becomes Seems simple, but like all face-to- to cover. even more face situations, you must choose your Try for important three for you as words carefully, use language that to five someone sell- your audience can understand, avoid m a i n ing a product jargon, never make assumptions and points or service to keep to make a remember to focus on the basic wants y o u r m e m o r a b l e and needs that your product or service presenimpression. can provide. tation as And like it short as or not, one possible. of the best ations, you must choose 3. Determine the ways to get noticed is your words carefully, theme or tone of your to make a presentation use language that your presentation so that it to a large audience. audience can under- ties in with your other How you present stand, avoid jargon, marketing and commuyourself though has a never make assump- nications efforts. significant impact on tions and remember 4. Arrange your key how you will succeed. to focus on the basic points in logical order

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so that your audience can assimilate the information and make the right decision. 5. Select and design the proper visual aids. It will either be printed, a Power Point or other similar software program. 6. Write the script. It does not have to be word for word. Keep it simple. Try writing it in bullet form. One of the areas where many presentations fall down on is the visual aids. Most presentations today are in slide format, so I will keep my comments to that form. The one question in my opinion that any presenter should never ask is … Can you read this at the back of the room? This says two things to me. One, the presenter did not prepare for the size of the audience, and, two, the visuals are graphically inept and too wordy. Speaking of wordy, do not simply project your script on the screen. You do not want the audience to be reading along with you. They can read faster than you can talk, so they will always be waiting

Comox Valley home prices up Results mixed across much of Vancouver Island Record Staff The average sale price of Comox Valley homes was up a tick in the past year. The average rose one per cent to $351,959, the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board (VIREB) reported this week. For the 12-month period from the end of July 2010 to July 2011, average sale prices were down three per cent in Campbell River to $293,370, down seven per cent in Nanaimo to $354,077, up four per cent in Parksville/Qualicum to $393,230, down 13 per cent in Port Alberni to $219,759 and up seven per cent in the Cowichan Valley to $351,725. Multiple Listing Service (MLS) sales summary data released by VIREB for July 2011, shows a two-per-cent decline in single-family unit sales compared to July 2010 and 70 fewer less than last

month. The average price of a single-family home sold in July 2011 through the VIREB MLS system was $344,783 up one per cent from the $342,982 posted in July 2010, and almost mirroring June 2011’s $343,422. There were 785 single-family homes listed in July, bringing the active single-fam-

ily homes available through the VIREB MLS system to 3,239, up from 3,094 this time last year. VIREB represents approximately 1,070 realtor members in more than 85 member offices on Vancouver Island north of Victoria. VIREB cautions that average price information can be useful in

establishing trends over time, but does not indicate the actual prices in centres comprised of widely divergent neighbourhoods or account for price differential between geographic areas. Visit the VIREB website for updated information at www. vireb.com. — Vancouver Island Real Estate Board

for you to catch up. Not a good situation when you are trying to make a sale or point. What the audience should see on the screen are your key talking points. These should be short phrases, kept to a minimum and — like the suggestion about writing your script — kept to bullet form. In the case of a slide presentation, try for no more than five or six points per slide. When it comes to slides, another thing to keep in mind is the graphics. Keep them simple. Too many bells and whistles just make for a cacophony of visual confusion. The last bit of advice I can give you in this column with regards to overcoming presentation jitters is to practise, practise, practise. It is nerve-wracking enough to face a large crowd, but if you have what you want to say under control, can exude confidence and enthusiasm, then you can focus on convincing people that you are the expert, and you have a good product or service and that they should be buying from you. Joe Smith is a communications consultant and an accomplished fine artist. He can be reached via e-mail at joesmith@shaw.ca

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COMOX VALLEY RECORD COMOX VALLEY’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER Publisher: Joanna Ross Editor: Mark Allan Ph: 250-338-5811 / Fax: 250-338-5568 / Classified: 250-310-3535 A division of Black Press Ltd. 765 McPhee Avenue, Courtenay, B.C. V9N 2Z7 www.comoxvalleyrecord.com editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com The Comox Valley Record is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org

Big Time Out version 2.0 The blame game is on after Cumberland council voted for the second time to deny permission for The Big Time Out to happen at Village Park. Council is the easiest target for TBTO fans and businesses that profit from it. Yet it is unfair to blame councillors who denied permission for Cumberland Village Works to hold the music festival at the park. Without RCMP support, the Village of Cumberland would be legally vulnerable should something tragic happen at a council-sanctioned Big Time Out. Council, which has allowed the festival to proceed at the park in previous years in spite of misgivings from some residents, responded to a public outcry by reconsidering its denial. That demonstrates an appreciation of the festival’s upside. The RCMP is catching its share of flak for not sanctioning the event at Village Park, leaving council in a difficult position. There have always been concerns with an element of the TBTO crowd and the upset and damage it causes outside the venue. Although it seems like an overreaction, RCMP denied TBTO approval due to safety concerns after a 16-yearold fatally stabbed a 19-year-old after the recent Rhythm on the Rock event in Courtenay – outside the festival site. The timing so close to TBTO was unfair to promoter vig Schulman, but that’s more the fault of the 16-year-old than the RCMP or council. Schulman admits he missed deadlines to submit a security plan, so he bears some responsibility, although people who love and depend on his festival are pointing fingers elsewhere. Schulman, who pours his heart and soul into bringing great music into the Comox Valley and who is understandably distraught by the 11thhour rejection, was nonetheless off base when he criticized the media for its coverage. Having said that, Schulman deserves support and we wish him the best in staging the fest at Ash Berry Farm. Good on farm owners Don and Louisa McLellan for coming to the rescue. editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Record Question of the Week This week: Eighty-four per cent said the Compassion Club in Courtenay should be allowed to keep helping people ease their debilitating pain. Next week: Are you glad The Big Time OUt festival is proceeding? Visit www. comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote in the Poll. Harbour Air employee Andrew Har McMillan deserves the praise he is getting for being an outstanding ambassador for the entire Comox Valley.

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Park friends seeking your help Dear editor, From Aug. 20 to 25, the Friends of Strathcona Park are organizing two events, which are very important in our overall strategy to create meaningful protection for Strathcona Park. The Strathcona Wilderness Festival, will only last a day, but we’d like everyone who cares about the park to come and be counted. Carol Hunter of Comox, and Mick Taylor of Gold River, who were both Bedwell Trail volunteers last year and are now on the FOSP executive, have done a massive amount of organizing to make the event possible. For details on the Festival (and the volunteer Bedwell Centennial Trail project for this year) go to friendsofstrathcona. org. From my perspective, the reasons for the festival are totally political (governments see people as votes, and if sufficient numbers of people are willing to donate a day of their lives to support their park, the government will definitely take notice, especially now, with a provincial election coming up very soon) and I have trouble seeing it any other way. My message is simple: To pro-

tect Strathcona Park for yourself and future generations, please come, and please bring your family and friends. But that’s my perspective, and not necessarily how others see it. For others, the Strathcona Wilderness Festival will decidedly not be a political event. It has been created as a day of fun, learning, and enjoyable free activities, all facilitated by qualified knowledgeable people who have given their time because they think Strathcona Park is worth it. Please match their contribution. Come and enjoy a wonderful day in a beautiful park. The second event, the Bedwell Centennial Trail, (also political for me, but not necessarily for others) will be happening from Aug. 20 to 25, and will involve volunteer trail work from Bedwell Lake to Ashwood Creek in the Bedwell Valley in Strathcona Park. We have official permission to do this work, and we’re officially allowed up to 45 volunteers. When completed, the trail will allow hikers to travel across the spine of Vancouver Island to Bedwell Inlet on the west coast. Last year, volunteers created a major section of trail leading

from the head of Bedwell Inlet toward Bedwell Lake. This year, we’ll do another major section from Bedwell Lake toward our work of last year, leaving (for unclear official reasons) a very short, uncompleted section in the middle. To date, we have about 20 volunteers. We want more. The work isn’t physically hard or technically demanding (it mainly involves brush clipping) and it’s an unbelievable amount of fun to work in a non-pressured way with others on a worthwhile project. Volunteers work at whatever level is comfortable for them. It’s an excellent way to do something for the park, to learn about it firsthand, and also to spend time with people who have hiked in the park for most of their lives, care for it deeply, and have knowledge to share for those interested. Volunteers must have a certain level of physical fitness and must be able to carry their own food, shelter, etc. to the height of land (at Bedwell Lake) and beyond. For more information, including phone numbers, go to the FOSP website shown above. Karl Stevenson, Royston

He’s skeptical about Lewis spending Dear editor, I don’t know about you but I’m kind of skeptical about pouring all that money into the Lewis Rec Centre. Firstly, as nice as Lewis Park is, to expand the rec centre must mean a loss of parking for folks down there. Why not build a new city hall and rec centre somewhere else? My thought would be at the old Farquharson Farm site. Get into negotiations with Ducks Unlimited and take 50 to 75 acres and build a new civic cen-

tre complete with city hall, rec centre, playing fields, municipal rose garden and plenty of parking. Spend the money on some-

thing new that will last our lifetimes instead having to redo every 15 years. It only makes sense. W.C. Dieno, Comox

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Homeless shelter would provide hand up NYCOLE TURMEL

NDP made bad choice Dear editor, What was the federal NDP party thinking when they picked Nycole Turmel as interim leader? She was a card-carrying member of not one but two separatist parties that exist to destroy Canada. Ms. Turmel dropped her membership in the Bloc Québécois only to run in the last election for the NDP. She claims she disagrees the Bloc policy and that she joined the Bloc only because her friend was a member, however Turmel donated money four times to the Bloc. Why if she had money to give to a political party why did she not give it to the NDP instead? She only dropped her membership in the provincial Quebec Solidaire party after Jack Layton nominated her as Leader. At least John McCain in his 2008 presidential race when he picked Sarah Palin as VP running mate, did not pick a person who was a member of not one but two political parties dedicated to dissolving the U.S. I disagreed with some of the NDP policy but I did respect Jack Layton and his party before. Now it looks like the Separatists are once again Her Majesty’s Loyal Opposition. Nina Usherwood, Comox

Dear editor, Over the past several months, I have read the papers and listened intently to the media coverage surrounding the development of a new homeless shelter for the Comox Valley. What I have learned is that we live in a wonderful caring community that understands that there is a great need to provide assistance to those in need, but that there are also a vast deal of unanswered concerns that need to be addressed. While The Salvation Army is not officially a part of the process for the development of a new shelter at this time (the decision as to the service provider has yet to be addressed for this new facility), I would like to provide some insight from the experience that I have gained from nearly 20 years in working with those whom are homeless or at risk of being homeless. The Salvation Army is the largest nongovernmental provider of social services in Canada. In the Comox Valley, we operate

the shelter located on Pidcock Avenue. We are the only Salvation Army shelter in the province that does not operate 24/7 due to city bylaw restrictions. This means that come 8:30 each morning, our guests must leave the shelter and face the elements on the streets of Courtenay. With the lack of a drop-in centre in the Valley, there is truly no place for the homeless to go during the daytime hours. The services that are needed to be accessed — mental health, nursing centre, employment supports, etc. are all downtown. There has been great debate about the proposed shelter being located in the heart of the downtown core area. Concerns surrounding aggressive panhandling and public urination have been brought forth. The development of a new shelter in the downtown core provides the opportunity for individuals to access clean, safe washroom facilities, access to laundry and resources that will provide them with the

opportunity to try and break free from the cycle of poverty and homelessness. The local Chamber of Commerce and downtown business association are deeply caring individuals and desire to see the very best for, not only the City of Courtenay, but for the entire Valley. They desire to see the downtown area be a successful and thriving place for merchants to do business and a safe and fun place for those of all ages. As the proprietor of a business in the downtown area, I desire the same thing. However, evidence has shown that the establishment of a shelter in the downtown core does not increase concerns or issues, but rather can be a major assistance in tackling the issues already present. The development of a new shelter will not solve homelessness in the Comox Valley. However, with a facility that can provide life-skill training, addiction resources, access to case management in a safe, clean environment, we can provide a hand up to

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those caught in this cycle. For more information on what The Salvation Army does,

and in particular, The Dignity Project, please go to http://dignity.salvationarmy.ca. Darryl Burry

Editor’s note: Darryl Burry is pastor/executive director of the Salvation Army’s Comox Valley Ministries.

Business group backs shelter Dear editor, Helping the homeless is a community responsibility, and the Downtown Courtenay Business Improvement Association (BIA) commends our civic leaders for their initiatives. We look forward to seeing the details of the proposed shelter that would meet the needs of homeless people in our commu-

nity. If there are any opportunities to work with the City of Courtenay, the Comox Valley Regional District, or other agencies and organizations planning the shelter, we would welcome an opportunity to be a part of the process. Mark Middleton Editor’s note: Mark Middleton is the president of the DCBIA.

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devices that will mean you cannot gain entrance to a permit authorized public event carrying a knife or other weapon. Weapons have no place at public events. Those making a profit from the event that requires a permit be issued should be made to pay the cost of security to reasonably protect those paying to attend. Lynn Kelly, Courtenay Editor’s note: While completely agreeing with Lynn Kelly that this was a tragic loss, it must be noted that promoters of the Rhythm on the Rock music festival had security onsite. The fatal stabbing occurred after the festival and outside festival boundaries.

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Dear editor, “MMMMPHGGHGFFFFF” That’s the sound of me reading another story about our great airport, my fist jammed in my mouth to stop the flow of %!@#%$!@##@ on this particular subject, which started when Ken Dawson proceeded to lead the charge to axe a driving force behind the transformation of a few Atco trailers into one of the finest little airports in North America. I didn’t know Chuck

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Fast personally, but I saw him on more than one occasion with a toolbelt on during the transition and building phase, or out networking up and down the Island to build awareness, support, and passenger numbers. I’m sure Chuck got a good payout — you don’t fire a person on his holidays without some decent severance. An executive search (out-of-town consultants, of course — what, $30-40k dropped on that one?) came up with Ms. de Silva. She came highly recommended from her work at the Kingston Airport, according to the reports in the paper. I was there last November. Its waiting room was slightly larger than my living room, and the one airline there flew to Toronto — with one plane that went back and forth! I found it really funny that this airport didn’t have service to Ottawa or Montreal, or anywhere else really. I hope our new CEO has better luck here bring-

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Soundclash measures success differently than some band’s previous three records. It comes after a brief hiatus during which time the band formed its own record label, Malinowski worked on a couple of side projects, and a new drummer came on board. “It was sort of really looking forward to the future,” Malinowski says of the album. “For the ve been longest time, the band, we we’ve asleep I guess. We weren’t working.” Hori rizo z n is also difLight The Horizon ferent than previous Bedouin albums because it was recorded

band.” The new record has some interesting connections to Vancouver Island. The single Mountain Top was written during a trip to Nanoose — which is where Malinowski says most of the records he’s made have been written. “After a tour in Japan, I stopped on Vancouver Island and went up to Nanoose,” he said. “Me and and d co o-f -fou o nder Eon ou (bassist and ban band co-founder Sinclair) climbed up this small mountain there and decided what we’d do ... we said we wouldn’t start again until we were inspired again — which happened sooner than we thought.” Malinowski took a picture of an arbutus tree

as Armistice this February. “When we recorded it, I remember it was really a special moment for us and the band,” he said. “I think Beatrice did such a great job on her part. It’s special. It’s one of the best ones we’ve done with Bedouin.” Malinowski and Sinclair met at Queen’s University in Kingston, and, blending pop, rock, punk, reggae and ska, they formed Bedouin Soundclash in 2001. Joined by drummer Pat Pengelly, the trio released its debut disc, Root

The constant touring, the pressures, excesses and personal sacrifices that can accompany fame and acclaim began to weigh down on them, with tensions in the band resulting in Pengelly’s departure and a brief hiatus for the rest of Bedouin, according to Lindsay Chung the band’s biography. During the hiatus, Bedouin Record Staff Sound Soundclash founded its own indie Bedouin Soundclash has won label, Pirates Blend Records. ndreds of a Juno Award, sold hundreds The label’s first release was a a nd toured thousands of CDs and solo album by Malinowski called ying wi w th around the world, playing with Bright Lights and Bruises. Pira dp play bands like No Doubt, Coldp Coldplay Pirates Blend Records also releas and Nine Inch Nails. released Armistice’s self-titled ski, the But Jay Malinowski, E P . The label represents a alist and Toronto-based trio’s vocalist number of artists, ss as guitarist, views success including Micheal Rault something that can’t be and Nneka, and Malcounted in unit sales or inowski says they are placed in a trophy case. signing quite a few “I think being sucmore acts now. cessful at anything “We always kind of felt like outsiders on isn’t necessarily the our own,” Malinowski things you get or gain says of the motivafrom outside sourction for forming their es,” he said. “I think own label. “We were when you’re finally on great labels, but we successful, you’re felt we didn’t fit. We happy with who you thought why don’t we are as a person — start a platform for not and that’s easier just Bedouin but for said than done. I feel projects I do and Eon that with Bedouin, does and also create with each record we one for the community release, I’m closer to JUNO AWARD WINNERS Bedouin Soundclash — from left, drummer Sekou Lumumba, vocalist Jay Malinowski and bassist around us of artists and expressing who I am Eon Sinclair — are headlining The Big Time Out next Friday night. PHOTO BY VALERIE JODOIN KEATON filmmakers.” as a person, and if Longtime Canadian I can continue to do session drummer Sekou Lumumthat and to connect with people live off the floor. on top of that mountain, and that Fire, in 2001. “It was the first time we’d ever ended up being the cover of the who respond to that, I think that’s In 2004, the band released ba joined the band, and a reinsuccess. Sounding A Mosaic, which caught vigorated Bedouin Soundclash “Being inspired and being critics’ and audiences’ ears at headed down to Philadelphia inspired by life is hard to mainhome and abroad. Propelled by to work with DJ/producer King Bedouin Soundclash is headlining The Big Time Out next Friday tain; if you can continue to be the hit single, When the Night Britt — who was a member of night. inspired by the world, I don’t Feels My Song — which was the the Grammy-winning 1990s hip Cumberland Village Works announced Wednesday it plans to know if it’s called success, but it’s second-most played song on Cana- hop fusion act Digable Planets hold the event Aug. 12 and 13 at Ash Berry Farm on Royston Road a good thing.” dian radio in 2005 — the disc was and who has remixed tracks by after Cumberland council denied permission to use Village Park due And “inspired” is a word that certified platinum, and it helped everyone from Miles Davis to to security issues. pops up often in Bedouin Soundearn Bedouin a Juno Award as Macy Gray and Everything But For a list of performers and more information about the festival, The Girl — to work on the new clash’s biography. Best New Artist in 2006. visit www.thebigtimeout.com. To learn more about Bedouin Soundalbum. The reggae/rock/pop trio, which Bedouin followed that up with clash, check out www.bedouinsoundclash.com. As Bedouin wraps up its tour — is headlining The Big Time Out 2007’s Street Gospels, which next Friday night, released a yielded hits such as Walls Fall which includes performances at new album in late September, Down and Until We Burn In the the Leeds and Reading festivals and it’s all about looking forward done that,” said Malinowski. “In album. Sun (The Kids Just Want a Love in the U.K. later this month — Malinowski’s favourite tune Song). Malinowski says they will probwith optimism and hope. About terms of capturing moments off the floor, I think it’s really key. off Light The Horizon is Brutal inspired decisions. The band earned Pop Album ably take a break and work on Light The Horizon, Bedouin After doing it, I’m surprised we Hearts, a duet with Québécoise of the Year considerations at the other projects, and they will likely Soundclash’s fourth album, has didn’t do it more often. I think it singer-songwriter Beatrice Mar- Junos and toured internationally start writing for a new Bedouin been described as more hope- definitely was a good call for our tin (a.k.a. Coeur de pirate), with alongside acts such as No Doubt, album late this year. writer@comoxvalleyrecord.com ful and more confident than the band because we’re mainly a live whom Malinowski released an EP Coldplay and Nine Inch Nails.

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Sunday at Simms for Grill and Chill This year’s free Grill & Chill concert has drawn a small army of talented musicians from off Island as well as local Valley performers. Headliners include premium entertainers the Jessica Stuart Few, the Sean Burns Band, Heather Blush, the Lonely Guys as well as local favourite the Luke Guthrie Band. Another dozen entertainers have signed onto the musical fundraising event in support of youth music in the Valley. This is the place to come if you want to see some of the best entertainment that our Comox Valley has to offer. Included in the daylong production is: Alexandria Maillot, Slipped Disk, Things With Strings, Glenn Mitchell, Alan Jossul and Leslie Eaton, Spiral Sun, Maryka Imagine Kranabetter, Sam Lennox and Mary Lyn DesRoches, Rachael Sawatzky, Jammer, Mike Bloomfield, Mark Crissinger and the Jenn Forsland Group. The event will be held Sunday in Simms Millennium Park on Fifth Street in Courtenay with performances in the bandstand from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. There will be a barbecue, with proceeds from the sales going towards a weekend recording and production workshop for

youth musicians and technicians in the Valley. There will be a shelter set up with seating for seniors and others requiring shade. This is a senior-friendly day that embraces communication between seniors and youth through music. This event is supported by many caring local businesses, and organizers thank them for their contributions. — Grill & Chill

Mixing his spontaneous creativity and absurd view of the world, Rory Scovel is quickly making a name for himself across North America. He will headline Comedy Night at the Avalanche Bar & Grill Aug. 18. Whether discussing drugs, politics or life in general, Scovel’s infectious stage presence and engaging charisma will quickly shift the vibe of any room and place the audience in the scene of every punchline. The laughter starts at 9 p.m. with a $10 cover charge. — Avalanche Bar & Grill

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Rakish Angles visiting Cumberland Vancouver Island MusicFest invites music fans and friends to join them for a special Roots Review concert event with the Rakish Angles on Wednesday at 8 p.m. at the Cumberland Hotel. The Rakish Angles are a boundary crossing, genre-blending string band who weave an intricate tapestry of Newgrass, Latin, gypsy-jazz and oldtime music. The quartet’s members come from musical backgrounds as diverse as classical, bluegrass, jazz, and heavy metal. With common influences including the David Grisman Quintet, Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli, Bela Fleck, Tim O’Brien, Edgar Meyer, and fellow Canadians the Creaking Tree String Quartet and Jayme Stone, the Rakish Angles have a collaborative spirit. Each musician com-

poses instrumental and vocal pieces for the group, and then they all come together to arrange the tunes. They recognize and encourage each others strengths and backgrounds, which is reflected in both the compositions and in the way each musician is given space to shine. The quartet has been nominated for a Canadian Folk Music Award (2009), Western Canadian Music

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Where does creativity come from? Have you ever wondered where artists get their ideas, why they feel the urge to create or exactly how they bring their works into the world? The artist’s studio is the ultimate creative space, and the Denman Island Art Studio Tour is your chance to peek into 25 unique studios. Witness the creative process and the beautiful, original creations of 25 unique creators. Our tour this year is diverse and inclusive, featuring the spaces of established professional fine artists and craftspeople alongside young emerging artists and talented newcomers experimenting with unconventional media. From sculpture, painting, photography and ceramics, to collage, shrine-making, mixed media and felting, there is something to please every taste and persuasion. Before visiting our 25 featured studios, be sure to stop in the Denman village and

participate in our hub of activity around the Arts Centre. Inside the Arts Centre will be a warm welcome, information about the tour and about each studio, and a fabulous exhibit based on The Sketchbook Project, a community creativity initiative showcasing the creative talents of 40-plus Denman residents. In addition, our Island Quilters Guild will be hosting an exhibit and quilting demo at the Senior’s Hall. New for this year’s tour is the the Sketchbook Project Denman Island, inspired by the International Sketchbook Project and curated by Bronwyn Simons. At the beginning of August, the artists will return their sketchbooks for exhibit, and you will have a chance to see them in an innovative hands-on exhibit in the Arts Centre Aug. 13 and 14. — Denman Island Art Studio Tour

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Friday, Aug. 12 THE BIG TIME OUT returns, with headliner Bedouin Soundclash and other acts. FMI: thebigtimeout.com or facebook.com/cumberlandvillageworks.

Saturday, Aug. 13 THE BIG TIME OUT continues. FMI: thebigtimeout. com or facebook.com/cumberlandvillageworks. DENMAN ISLAND Art Studio tour.

Sunday, Aug. 14 JENN FORSLAND performs at Sunday Sounds at Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park from 2 to 4 p.m. Free, but donations are accepted and appreciated. DENMAN ISLAND Art Studio tour.

Thursday, Aug. 18 RORY SCOVEL headlines Comedy Night at the Avalanche Bar & Grill. Laughter starts at 9 p.m. with a $10 cover charge.

Saturday, Aug. 20 JUNE HEATON and LYNNE SWEETMAN hold a garden art show and sale, 901 Islington Cres. in Comox, noon to 4 p.m. FMI: www. LynneSweetman.com. COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY presents Art Talk with artist Liz Carter (On Reserve), 2 to 3 p.m. Admission by donation. FMI: 250-3386211, www.comoxvalleyartgallery.com.

Sunday, Aug. 21 JUNE HEATON and LYNNE SWEETMAN hold a garden art show and sale, 901 Islington Cres. in Comox, noon to 4 p.m. FMI: www. LynneSweetman.com.

Wednesday Aug. 24 COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY presents film Between the Folds, 7 p.m. at Stan Hagen Theatre. Tickets $10 at CV Art Gallery shop. FMI 250-338-6211.

Sunday, Aug. 7

LUKE GUTHRIE performs at Sunday Sounds at Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park from 2-4 p.m. Free, but donations are accepted and appreciated.

ORIGINALS ONLY ART SHOW at Marina Park in Comox, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. FMI: www. originalsonly.ca. JESSICA STUART and others entertain at the free Grill ‘N Chill barbecue at Simms Millennium Park in Courtenay, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. FMI: call Milo at 250-702-6456.

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Sunday, Aug. 28

Sunday, Sept. 4 GREG BUSH performs at Sunday Sounds at Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park from 2-4 p.m. Free, but donations are accepted and appreciated.

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Sanscrit. Our lack of understanding of the headlines, or most of them, symbolizes our lack of understanding of what is really going on in the world around us and our difficulty in communicating with one another. In the foreground is a tree — the source of the newspaper — which upon closer examination is actually a large piece of seaweed, bringing us back to the environment. Barker says she would like people to find their own meanings for her work when they see her paintings. Her show runs until Aug. 23 at the Denman Island Seniors’ Gallery. Opening night is Aug. 11 at 7 p.m.

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The Summer Gallery welcomes emerging artist Francesca Barker — better known to her Denman family and friends as Tachi — Aug. 11. Barker has been creating art on Denman all her life, but this is her first solo show as a multi-media artist. Her exhibit, titled Patterns, includes acrylic landscape paintings, drawings, print works and installation. Barker describes herself as an intuitive artist. Her work has several themes and many subjects, and she agrees that it might be the painting equivalent of the literary stream of consciousness technique. She began as a landscape painter but has become concerned with social issues and works to put meaning in her art. She says her most important themes are the environment and women’s issues, in particular the history and nature of women’s traditional work, and the objectification of women’s bodies and glorification of a particular body type by the media/popular culture. Her subjects also include our inability to communicate with one another, exacerbated by sensationalism in the media and the fragmentation of meaningful issues. She loves old sewing patterns, and almost

all of her pieces have actual patterns transposed onto the canvas or material used; some barely discernible, blended into the background of a landscape painting for example, some more prominently as on one of the panels on a diptych which features a large curved bee and a piece of honeycomb (rejoining the environmental theme). She uses these patterns to add to the meaning and texture of her work. One of Barker’s paintings features the figure of a man seated on a bench behind a large newspaper. Scattered around the canvas are sensational headlines in Arabic, Greek, Spanish and

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HERE’S A SAMPLING of what you can expect to see at the Originals Only art show this weekend.

Original work at this art show

The ninth annual Originals Only art show this Saturday and Sunday, held at Marina Park in Comox, is one of Vancouver Island’s more unique cultural events. With the emphasis on showcasing original art by painters and sculptors living on Vancouver Island and the outer islands, it is the only show of its kind that highlights the tremendous depth of talent that the islands produce. Being open to artists of all levels, from students to those who have been around for many years, the show provides visitors with the opportunity to learn more about the creative process and how each artist is striving to express themselves. With close to 60 artists displaying their works, there will be thousands of pieces of art on display. As the name of the show indicates though, each piece will be an original work. In addition, as each artist has their own display space, visitors in essence can visit more than 50 mini art galleries in the spectacular setting of Marina Park. While the artists who organize the show promote it as a learning experience for the community, it is also a learning experience for the artists themselves. For those who are just emerging onto the art scene, they have the opportunity to rub shoulders with more experienced artists and learn a few tips and

tricks. The show is also a terrific opportunity for art patrons to find that special piece that will complement their lifestyle and living space. The artists who organize the show have even set up a food court to tempt your taste palettes, and, best of all, admission is free. The show is open both Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For further information about the show and to see examples of the kinds of work that will be on display, visit the show’s website at www.originalsonly.ca. — Originals Only Fine Art Show

Group performs Aug. 14 in the Sunday Sounds series at Filberg Heritage Lodge

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The Jenn Forsland Group was formed in early 2008 by a group of local musicians looking to share their passion for jazz with one another. In addition to performing at various private events, the band is regularly featured at community events such as Market Days, Sunday Sounds at the Filberg, and the Local Colours Concert Series in Simms Park. They routinely host the Thursday night Jazz Club Series at the Elks for the Georgia Straight Jazz Society. The group is generous with its time and contributes often to local fundraisers and charity events. With a broad and colourful repertoire of jazz standards and contemporary tunes, the Jenn Forsland Group entertains audiences with a rich sound, skilled playing, and an enthusiastic appreciation for the jazz idiom. Forsland leads the ensemble on vocals. She is a graduate of the UVic Music Education program. She works locally as an elementary music teacher, travels as a choral clinician, and teaches private voice and piano lessons from her home studio, directs the Celebration Singers, and performs regularly with SwingSet and the Luke Blu Guthrie Band. The Jenn Forsland

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Camp Creativity fun From Aug. 15 to 19, the Comox Valley Art Gallery is ready to teach you everything visual art has to offer. In Camp Creativity, kids and youth aged seven to 12 will explore drawing, painting, ceramics, photography, story writing, book binding, collage, mural making and more. In a small class size of eight to 12 students, you’re guaranteed to make friends. Plus, Samantha Garstang and assistant Emily Taylor will be able to give you all the one-on-one help you need in discovering your own unique style through each art medium to be explored. Every day you will take home a new masterpiece such as a painting, clay creation or Zine book. This camp runs from

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Do you yearn for a big dog? Will a toy breed make you smile? Individual preferences in dog breeds are as varied as society itself. People have firm opinions on the different types of dogs out there, including misconceptions about certain breeds and what the size of a dog says about the animal.

Many potential dog owners base their pooch-purchasing (or adoption) decisions on stereotypes about certain breeds without thoroughly researching the facts. They may end up with a certain dog for all the wrong reasons. Consider these common misconceptions about pooches — big and small — and see how the myths are debunked. 1. Small dogs don’t need training. Unless you want a pint-sized pup chewing your favorite shoes or soiling behind the sofa, you should provide obedience training regardless of size. 2. Big breeds are mean. Every breed has specific character traits on which dog dispositions and behavior are loosely based. But owner handling, socialization, heredity, and other factors also go into the personality of a

dog. Size alone will not dictate a dog’s propensity to be dominant or submissive. And small dogs can bite just as well as larger breeds. Larger dogs just may have the power to inflict more damage bite per bite. 3. Small dogs are only for women. There’s nothing emasculating about a gentleman having a small breed. Personal preference and space restraints may help dictate whether a yellow Lab or a Bichon Frise is the pet of choice. The opposite is true as well; women can certainly own and handle larger dogs. 4. Small dogs are better with children. No dog should be introduced into a family or trusted alone with a child until proper obedience has been established and the animal’s disposition is well known. Any breed has the ability to injure,

regardless of size, and larger dogs can be very affectionate. 5. Big dogs require more grooming. Size does not specifically indicate how much grooming will be necessary, but rather activity level, type of coat and environment. A small dog with a long coat may require much more grooming than a large dog with a short coat, and vice-versa. 6. Small dogs need less exercise. All dogs require exercise. A small dog needs exercise just as much as a large one, but it may be

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Road Trip? Awesome! This is one of my favourite pastimes. It is amazing how much faster those contraptions on four wheels can take you places than if you just ran on four legs to your destination. I do have some helpful tips for pet owners that will assist in making the journey enjoyable and safe: If your pet is not used to going in the car, take it for a few short rides before your long journey so that it

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THE MOM CAT, named “Pebbles” and her one surviving kitten. In animal welfare organizations, the huge influx of surrendered and abandoned kittens that begins in May and continues throughout the fall is commonly known as the “mountain of kittens”. The Comox Valley SPCA currently has nearly 50 caats and kittens in care right now, many of whom are young orphan kittens that require a lot of care and attention. Foster coordinator Joan Hine says it is overwhelming for staff and volunteers to deal with so many kittens on top of the demands of a full shelter, but are managing with the help of foster homes. While surrendered litters present a challenge for BC SPCA staff and volunteers, staff want to remind people that it is important for those wanting to surrender animals to meet with staff and provide background information. “We want to be sure the animals receive the best care possible, and having accurate information about their background, age, and health is very important. When animals are abandoned or just dumped at the shelter door, it puts the animal’s health in jeopardy and we lose the opportunity to gather the information necessary to re-home that animal,” adds Hine.

One such case occurred this week, when the morning staff person found a cardboard box taped up with electrical tape, sitting by the front door. Inside the box, she discovered a shocking sight – a cat with 2 newborn kittens, another young cat and her kitten, amid soiled and bloodstained newspaper. Nobody knows how long the animals were trapped inside the box. Staff rushed the animals into the shelter and provided immediate care, including treatment for terrible ear mites. Unfortunately, one of the newborn kittens died before the box was discovered. “Someone just left the cats and kittens in a box outside when we were closed,” remarked Hine. “We urge people who feel they must surrender their animals to please do so in a responsible way so that we can all work together to give these animals the best possible chance to live a happy life. A donation

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is always requested at the time of surrender but it is not a necessity. Even if we are full to capacity, we can always find a way to avoid this traumatic event.” The BC SPCA Comox Valley & District Branch provides care and protection to hundreds of animals each year. Your gift can help give a homeless, injured or abused animal a second chance. Please donate today. The BC SPCA is a non-profit organization funded primarily by public donations. Our mission is to prevent cruelty and to promote the welfare of animals through a wide range of services, including cruelty investigations, emergency rescue and treatment, sheltering and adoption of homeless and abused animals, humane education, advocacy, farm animal welfare, spay/ neuter programs, and wildlife rescue and rehabilitation.

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What to Do When a Pet Runs Away We give them shelter, affection, food, and entertaining toys. But once the front door opens, some pets have their minds set on escape. A cat may dart, a dog may sneak. Either way, getting outdoors unattended can spell trouble. A lost pet can be devastating for an owner. Pets are extended members of the family, and their presence in the home can be immediately missed. Should a pet get loose, there are some steps to take. • Cats are territorial and aren’t likely to venture where other cats reside. If you know where stray cats often congregate, look elsewhere for your kitty. Bring along a cat carrier and urge the cat inside with a treat. • Some dogs will see something interesting in the distance and chase after it. Others will run a perimeter around the neighborhood. Focus on a 5- or 6-block radius around your home to find a lost dog. • If a pet is located, do not chase the animal. He or she may see it as a game and evade capture. Lure the pet in with a treat. • Some animals can find their ways home. Give it a little time and the pet might just return home. • If it’s been several hours and the pet hasn’t been found, visit area shelters to see if he or she has been picked up. Check with

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Preventing pets from getting lost is the key to avoiding the heartache and lost sleep searching for a missing pet. • If a dog is allowed to remain outdoors unleashed, do so only in a fenced-in yard. • Be sure to license and register the pet with the city or town in which you live. Display the license and an ID tag on the pet’s collar. • Use leashes and animal crates when transporting pets to and from the car. • Invest in a permanent radio-frequency identification microchip. An RFID chip is the size of a grain of rice and is injected under the excess skin by the shoulders of the pet. It contains contact information should the pet be found. Many shelters have the scanners

necessary to read the chip’s frequency. • Be aware of your pet when opening the door. Don’t leave doors and

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Yanick helps Canada capture Euro Junior Golf Cup Earle Couper Record Staff

In the awe-inspiring shadow of St. Andrews – the home of golf – Courtenay’s Logan Yanick was instrumental in helping CJGA Team Canada capture the seventh annual Euro Junior Golf Cup, played July 27-29 in Fife, Scotland. The threeday match play competition was held at the historic Scotscraig, Balbirnie and Drumoig golf courses. CJGA Team Canada consisted of 14 juniors who qualified for the event through a series of six Euro Junior Golf Cup qualifiers on the CJGA Junior Tour. Prior to arriving in Scotland the team participated in a three-day training camp at Glen Abbey Golf Club, in Oakville, Ont. conducted by CJGA national team coach Sean Casey. Yanick, who did not drop a match, was one of four members of the Boys 14 & Under squad and the only B.C. golfer on the Canadian team, which competed against Scotland and the United States. He is a longtime Crown Isle junior and a student of the Ratcliffe Golf Elite Junior Academy at Crown Isle Resort & Golf Community. Noting that the event was “absolutely” the highlight of his young golf career, Yanick said, “Being on Team Canada was a lot of fun, and I’m glad I got the opportunity to help Team Canada to victory. There was a lot of great competition from both the U.S. team and Scotland, and a lot of my matches came down to the last couple of holes. Fortunately going into the tournament my game was in pretty good shape, and I came away with five out of a possible six points,” Logan said. “Playing St. Andrews was really special for me – watching my favourite play-

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ers play the course on TV, and then for me to go out and play the same course was a real treat. Standing on the 18th green, thinking of all the past champions standing in the same spot as me, it was an amazing feeling,” said Yanick. As reflected on his scorecard, the time change did not affect Yanick’s play and

although the courses were quite different from what he is used to, he played like he was right at home. “The courses down there were a lot of fun to play, definitely a big change to what I’m used to here in Canada. The fairways and greens are really firm, which makes it hard to stop the ball on the green. In most cases you

had to land the ball short of the green. “The courses I played were not to long, yardage wise, but because of the wind, it was playing much longer than normally. On the courses I played there weren’t too many water hazards. There was a lot more fescue so although the courses were pretty wide

open if you missed the fair- on the day and trailed in way you’d be dealing with third. Yanick once again longer grass and tougher claimed victory in both of his matches, giving him approach shots.” Yanick said the galler- three-and-a-half points for ies were small, consisting the tournament. On July 29, Canada mostly of parents, relatives claimed and coaches. its second “However John Clark once the first trophy in few groups of three years. the day finIt was Canished they ada’s fifth would go title since back out on the tournathe course ment format and cheer on changed in their team2005. Team mates,” he USA edged said. out ScotAlong with land by one his three point to finsolid rounds ish in second of golf and place. Canada winThe day ning the started with cup, Yanick YANICK POSES WITH the Boys 14 said, “My the Euro Cup. & Under highlight of PHOTO SUBMITTED division the trip was hanging out with the team. where Yanick finished the I knew a couple of them tournament undefeated, going into the tournament closing out Ewan Diston of but by the end we were Scotland on hole 16 and pretty close pals. I’d really finishing his match with like to thank the CJGA for American Joe Rueter all giving me the opportunity squared. During a stretch to come out to play, and I of three holes Yanick had hope to make it there next two birdies and one eagle. “The skills I learned at year,” he added. Clear skies and warm training camp last week temperatures welcomed really helped me with the golfers on July 27 my mental and physical at the first round of the approach” said Yanick. “I event at Scotscraig. Can- hope to build on this expeada came out strong, col- rience for the remainder of lecting 17 points to lead the season.” “Our team played great by three points over the United States. Yanick, 14, and had a lot of fun out claimed victory in both of there today” said an elathis matches as the Boys 14 ed non-playing captain & Under division collected for CJGA Team Canada, five-and-a-half points out of Sean Casey. “There were some tight matches out eight matches. On July 28, constant rain there with a few of our played havoc at the second players losing matches round of the cup at Balbir- despite shooting under par. Fortunately we picked up nie Park. Canada continued its enough points to win the strong play and stretched competition, which capped its lead over the United off an unforgettable week States by six points while here in Scotland.” sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com Scotland gained two points

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The Comox Valley AA PeeWee Cardinals capped a great season with a third-place finish at the provincial baseball championship in Surrey over the long weekend. On Thursday morning the locals drew the Abbotsford Angels and dominated them 10-1 on the back of a strong pitching performance from Adam McKilli-

can. The offence was powered by doubles by John Murray, Wyatt Strachan, McKillican, Liam Wirth and Will Drewry and a monstrous grand slam by eventual tournament best batter Liam Janzen. Game MVP was McKillican. On Thursday afternoon the Cards came up against North Delta where they jumped out to an early 5-0 lead on four-baggers by McKillican, Wirth and Ryan

Mosquito reps play well at BCs After a hectic season, with some players competing in their first year, the Comox Valley Mosquito A rep team qualified for the AAA provincial championships in Burnaby last weekend. With teams from as far away as Vernon and Prince George, the Cardinals were in tough from the onset. Sorely missed for the weekend was Jacob Volkers. A 5 a.m. Friday departure from the Island saw the kids take on the hosts Burnaby after lunch and the heavy hitters from Prince George later the same day. The outcome in both games were toughly contested losses to very strong sides, with MVP honours in the first and second games going to Lukas Meertens and Conner McNamee, respectively. An 8:30 a.m. start the next day meant early to rise to take on the Victoria rep team who once again proved

a little too much for the Cardinals. Though they battled to the end and kept things close for the first half, not even Logan Nijhoff ’s MVP effort could hold off the Victoria team. For their final game of the tournament the Cardinals faced the daunting task of taking on a team from Mission that had beaten several tough opponents. In 25 degree heat and no shade to be found, the boys came out firing on all cylinders. With awesome pitching by Dustin Raume and some great team defence the kids found themselves finishing a great season on a winning note with a commanding 9-3 victory. Dawson Fox took MVP honours for his efforts at bat and behind the mask at home plate. “The team and their coaches would like to thank their sponsors Dairy Queen for their support all season long,” a team spokesperson said.

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an early 1-0 lead on the very strong Kelowna starter with doubles from McKillican and Strachan. Kelowna executed some small ball and went ahead 3-1. The Cardinals got something going in the sixth inning with a lead-off double by Nathan Doleman and a two-out a single from Nolan Baker, only to have Doleman thrown out at home on a questionable call. A great pitchers’ duel ensued, with Comox starter Wirth and reliever Janzen provid-

ing solid innings. Final score was 3-1 Kelowna. Game MVP was Wirth. Friday evening the opening ceremonies and skills competition were held with the Cards winning two of the three categories. Liam Janzen won the Home Run Derby with three dingers. Liam Nijhoff, Liam Wirth, Will Drewry, Bryce Berg-Stromquist and Adam McKillican won the Around the Horn competition. On Saturday afternoon the locals faced the Burnaby Braves, both at 2-1, with the

winner advancing to the medal round. Burnaby had a depleted pitching staff and the Cardinals took advantage, scoring at will on two doubles and a homer by Strachan, double and homer by Janzen, triple by McKillican, and doubles by Doleman, Berg-Stromquist and Kierstead in a 26-3 romp. Solid pitching came from Nijhoff, Strachan and Stich, with Strachan named Game MVP. On Sunday morning the Cardinals (3-1) played the Surrey Canadians (4-0) with

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Hammers, Jays rolling The Lorne Hammers won both their games convincingly last week, 14-4 over Fishers Island Adventures and 18-7 against Smokin Woodys, to grab an early lead in Tier 1 of the Men’s SloPitch League with a 3-0 record. The Woodys tied

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Birdies fly at Crown Isle Pin Day It is a wee bit scary how rapidly the 2011 season is passing by. Tuesday, Aug. 2 was the fourth Pin Day in a series of six for the Crown Isle Ladies golf club, with the low net winner from each of the six being eligible for RCGA, BCGA and Zone awards. This day’s low net went to Brenda Barrigan for her 68, while Helen Flynn and Katy Macaulay tied for second at 69. Jenny Steel had the low gross of 79 and Marilyn McCusker was second with 81. Val Dingwall and Gillian Kirkpatrick tied for low putts with with just 29 while Brenda Barrigan was second with 30. KPs went to Jenny Steel on #4 and Katy Macaulay on #12. There was a flock of birdies: Brenda Barrigan #16, Val Dingwall #14, Shirley Ketter #18, May Mitchell #11 and #13, Mathilde Schneider #11, Eveline Shaw #17, Jenny Steel #4, #8 and #10. Once again Barb Guthrie was on hand providing much-appreciated refreshments to the women coming off the 16th green. All in all, it was a great start to the month of August and congratulations to all those who participated.

Good day Good weather and good scores made for good golf on July 30 when 106 Glacier Greens Saturday men’s players hit off the blue/ white tees. Hcp. 0-11: Low gross James Dickson 68, Randy Robinson 72 c/b, Barrie Norris 72. Low net Don Buchan 68 c/b, Nick Stolarchuk 68, Steve Peters 69 c/b. Snips: #1 Don Buchan, #2 (eagle) James Dickson, #4 (POG) Steve Blacklock, #13 Rob Borland. Hcp. 12-16: Low

PAR FOR THE COURSE gross Al Murray 78, Wayne Ogilvie 81 c/b, Jim Dodd 81 c/b. Low net Chuck Brown 65, Ron Morrison 68 c/b, Rudge Wilson 68 c/b. Snips: #3 Chuck Brown, #8 Warren Brandson, #9 Ron Morrison, #10 & #17 Jim Dodd, #18 Lyle Torrie. Hcp. 17+: Low gross Murray Polson 87, Andy Clark 87 c/b, Wayne Hay 87. Low net Al Murtough 62, Wayne Mabee 64 c/b, Tim Hautzinger 76. Snips: #1 Vic Crisp, #6 Richard Wand, #12 (POG only) Andy Clark, #17 Reg Warne, #18 Gary Wood.

Bev’s best Here are the results for Sunnydale Ladies Tuesday Aug. 2: 1st low gross, Bev Byerley with a sizzling 79. 2nd was Carolyn Walker with 91 and 3rd was Dianne Hing with 94. Jane Grant and Sharon Littler were 4th with 95 and Grace Rodriguez and Fran Shaw were 5th with 96. Lys McCrone had a 97 for 6th low gross. On the net side: 1st was Ann McLeod with 70. Darlene Clark, Suszanne May and Lois Westbrook were 2nd with 71. Bev Aitken and Jane Keoughan were 3rd with 72. Bel Brown had 4th with 73. Ann Gardam and Joan Brown had 74 for 5th and Blod Crookshank and Trisha Harris were 6th with 75. Darlene Clark had low putts with 26. Jane Keoughan won long putt on #9. KP 2nd shot on #5 was Penny Wagenstein and KP #10 was Bel Brown. Weekly winners for the nine-hole ladies were: Louise Smiley 1st low gross, Irene Hilchey 2nd low gross. Jill McLaren had 1st low net and Lorraine

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Fishing careers begin at Bullhead CASH It is not a stretch to recording float which infer that hundreds of is manned by members fishing careers began of the Comox Valley on Saturday, July 30 Record staff and assistat the 25th running ed by Gone Fishin’ and of the Nautical Days Canadian Tire. It was Bullhead Derby. It is here I was given my also true to suggest official bullhead derby that similar numbers shirt which helped a of fishing careers begin lot as I roamed among at the annual Fam- the participants spread ily Fishing throughWeekend and OUTDOORS out the at the Outgoverndoor Show m e n t at the fish wharf in ALPH and game the harclub. These bour. HAW are events T h e where chilwharf is a dren can be stars by romantic place where simply catching a fish you can talk to mari– be it a small bullhead ners who are sailing A SMILING GRANDMA assists in starting a new or a nice trout – and if the oceans of the world. fishing career. PHOTO BY RALPH SHAW they do not catch a fish You can also talk to it is no big thing. first nation’s folks who I began my morning fish throughout our at the derby this year coastal waters. by having a cup of cofOn this day it is fee at the little coffee teeming with little shop on the corner of people bent on catchBeaufort and Church ing an elusive bullhead Street just below the for which they may win stop sign on Comox a prize and get a First Avenue It is an ideal Fish Award Certifilocation to watch the cate. I spent my time early arrivals for the at the derby just walkcoming events, the ing along the fingers of derby in particular. the wharf taking picOne of the early tures and visiting with arrivals was a young old friends and new lad, riding his bike, acquaintances. with fishing rod in There are hundreds his pack on his back. of little people sprawled Another was a grand- in the most inconceivmother walking down able places doing their the hill to the grounds best to catch a fish. with her little grand- They are accompanied IT IS NEVER too early to start fishing as this daughter carrying her by helpful grandpar- photo illustrates. PHOTO BY RALPH SHAW pink rod on their way ents, parents, aunts, to fish in the derby. uncles and neighbours reminded of a movie little people crawling When I entered the all doing their best of an army of leaf ants all over the fingers of grounds just after 8:30 to help the little peo- moving along branch- the wharf in an endless a.m. there was search of placa good lineup es to catch a waiting to be bullhead. There are hundreds of little people sprawled in served at the Memories the most inconceivable places doing their best to catch registration are special desk oper- a fish. They are accompanied by helpful grandparcaches in our ated by vol- ents, parents, aunts, uncles and neighbours all doing brains that unteers from their best to help the little people catch a fish. allow us to First Insurance recall events Agencies. From from the past. here I proceedple catch a fish. As I es in search of leaves, I wonder how many of ed to the measuring and walked around I was only in this case it was the mentors at this life-

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Specializing in ﬁne custom homes, additions and renovations Est. 1980 - serving the Comox Valley since 1992

Gerald Smith 250-337-5830 David Webb 250-207-0494 "HPO Licensed Residential builder"

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FUNERAL HOMES

DEATHS

IN MEMORIAM

DAVIDSON Muriel Bella

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Victor Beallie Victor Beallie passed away peacefully at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital, Comox on July 30, 2011 aged 79 years. Born in Meacham, Saskatchewan August 26, 1931. He is survived by his companion, Carolyn Dyck sons: Brent (Christine), Gerard (Jen), daughter Carla Walker, and former wife Dawn. Grandchildren: Amanda, Isaiah and Taylor Dawn Brothers: Eddie, Ron and Frank. Predeceased by both parents and son Wade. No service at Vicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s request. To leave a message for the family please visit our website at www. Piercysmtwashingtonfuneral.com

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NORBYGARD Carol Anne Francess July 16, 1943 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; July 28, 2011 With heavy hearts, we are sad to announce the passing of our beloved mother, wife, grandmother and friend, Carol Norbygard. Carol passed away in her beautiful garden that she loved so much, with her beloved husband and family by her side, this last Thursday evening. Carol was born in Newmarket, Ontario. She married in 1959, raised three daughters on Texada Island. She moved to the Comox Valley in 1979, where she managed and ran the business for several years. Carol was a loving and compassionate friend and enriched everyonesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; lives that she touched. She met and married her loving husband Gordon Brady in 1993, who loved her with all his heart and soul. Mom & Gordon shared passion included their love of gardens, birds, dogs and fish. No matter how many animals there were, there was always room for one more. We will always hear her whispers in the cedars, in the garden, fly free mom! We will always love you! Carol is survived by her loving family husband, Gordon Brady, sisters; Mary & Marlene daughters; Bonnie, Vibike & Tammy, sonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in law; Jay Logie & Dean Parker, grandchildren; Mandy, Roddy, Corey, Kevin, Darleen and Jack. Carolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family would like to invite you to share your stories and participate in a celebration of her life on Sunday August 21, 2011, from 11:00am to 3:00pm at her home, 2600 Mabley Road, Courtenay, BC.

Komadowski

July 10, 1994 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; July 25, 2011

Crystal passed away in Courtenay, B.C. on July 28th, 2011. She is survived and will be greatly missed by her parents Pierre Joseph and Debi Lynn Genereux, her daughter Brianna Lynn Genereux of Courtenay, B.C., her son Tyler Joseph Genereux of Courtenay, B.C., her brother Shawn Michael Genereux (Teri) and Jenifer Hampton as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins. Crystal worked as a residential care aid and during her leisure time she enjoyed reading, music, shopping for shoes, camping and fishing. She was a very caring person who was always willing to help, she was always smiling. Flowers gratefully declined but donations for the children would be greatly appreciated. A Funeral Service was held on Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011 at 1:00 pm from Comox Valley Funeral Home, Cremation & Reception Centre, 1101 Ryan Road. We love you and miss you very much. You were the best mom in the world. Love always, Baby Girl and Huggy Bear

It is with great sadness that we announce the tragic death of Nicholas William James Komadowski, cherished son of Corinne and Joe, brother to Rebecca and Sara, grandson to Joe Sr. and June. Nicholas is also survived by his Aunt Cathy, Uncle Richard and Uncle Randy, many close â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and friends. Nicholas is predeceased by his sister Paige and his grandmother Juliette Mineault. Nicholas was a kind, loving and generous young man who enjoyed snowboarding, music and spending special moments with his family and friends. The family would like to thank the many friends for their support and kindness during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers donations to Teen Crisis Centre would be greatly appreciated. A Celebration of Nicholasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life will be announced on Facebook at a later date. Nicholas, you will forever be in our hearts and a part of you will remain with us always. We love you Nick! â&#x20AC;&#x153;Take care buddyâ&#x20AC;?

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Aug. 3, 1945 - Oct. 27, 2009 Your words, courage and memories live forever in our hearts. INVITATION: To remember dear John and spread his ashes. Sunday Aug 7, 2011 11:00 Am Comox Lake (Meet at damn) A short walk on trail, reflection and letting go of ashes. for more information: theatreworks@shaw.ca

DEATHS

Andrew Vern Fedichin

Nicholas â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nickâ&#x20AC;? William James

December 28th, 1978 - July 28th, 2011

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April 2, 1928 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; July 19, 2011 Muriel passed away on July 19, 2011 after struggling with health issues for several years. She was predeceased by her husband Bert in 1976 and survived by her children Gordon (Derah), Barbara (Ken) Lindal, Joan (Bill) Hearty and her only grandson David (Lisa) Lindal and great grandsons Adrian & Nathan. She is also remembered by her long time close friend, Alex Stuart. Muriel moved to the Comox Valley with her family in 1958. She will be remembered by many as a fixture at the Courtenay Post Office until her retirement in 1984. Murielâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family invites her friends and neighbours to join them at a Memorial Tea to be held at Stevenson Place, 1683 Balmoral Avenue, Comox on Saturday, August 6, 2011 between 1 and 3pm. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made in her name to the charity of your choice.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;JOHNâ&#x20AC;? CARLTON LYNDE

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Born Feb 6, 1949 St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital, Comox â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Passed on July 30, 2011

Andy leaves behind his wife Debbie and children Jamie (Matt) Hassen and Jacob. Andy will be missed by brother Bud (Tilly) Fedichin, Mary (Larry) Acklen, brother in-law Bob (Joy) Pebernat, John, Dennis (Karen) Pebernat and Theresa (Jim) Gardner, and numerous nieces and nephews. Andy lived his whole life here in the Comox Valley and worked in the logging industry since 1966 until 2005. He started out at Eve River logging and finished his working years at Timberwest. Andy enjoyed fishing, cutting fire wood, watching the hockey games on TV. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday August 6, (1-4pm) at the Holiday Inn Hotel Banquet Room on Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay. And a get together to follow at Andy & Debâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home at 18-2625 Mansfield Drive, Courtenay (parking behind the Access Center). In Andyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Memory donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the SPCA.

EVANS Roy Reynolds Roy Reynolds Evans, born March 9, 1938 in Kimberly, B.C., passed away on July 28, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Sandi and stepchildren; Ernie, Marsha, Charlie, Rayna and Christopher. Predeceased by his wife Betty Anne and daughter Shirley. He is survived also by daughter Joyce (Dave), grandchildren; Joe, Krystle, Brittany, Jessica, Heather, Colin and Cody, and he has been blessed with six great grandchildren. Roy spent most of his younger years in the Nakusp area. He worked as a faller and ran a family business. After surviving a life threatening logging accident Roy decided to follow his fishing passion and became a commercial fisherman. This brought him to the Comox Valley in 1974. When Roy retired he continued to spend his free time hunting and fishing. Roy was a very social man and will be missed by his many friends and his family. If friends so wish, donations in Royâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory can be made to the B.C. Heart & Stroke foundation, Box 1225, Comox, B.C. V9M 7Z8 with appreciation.

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

INFORMATION

CHILDCARE AVAILABLE

IN MEMORIAM

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She was a very pretty girl and hard working as well Helping Dad build a boat, from the keel to the bell. She worked, fetched and carried for days that were many And was so proud when ﬁnished, the boat was named “Jenny” Loving mother and wife, she enjoyed her home. Perfectly happy plants deep in the loam. She loved family parties, barbeques and a good laugh When meeting her sisters to work on handicraft.

Valerie Zinck Jan 2, 1950 - Aug 9, 2010 What would I not give to clasp her hand, Her dear, sweet face to see; To hear her voice, to see her smile, that meant so much to me. You left behind an aching heart That loved you most sincere; I never did, nor will Forget you, daughter dear. Miss you every day. Love Mom.

It has often been said, that Life is not fair. However, we have no control over what is waiting out there. We are all shocked and saddened, that in a surprising way Jenny would leave us so suddenly one day. Why a young woman should be taken from us, it is such a blow? Unfortunately, the answer to that we shall never know. What we do feel in our hearts, is our grief and our pain That is for us who are left to bear, again and again. So many people will miss you Jennifer, my dear I can assure you, that we all know you will be near. You will be in our thoughts for a very long time too God Bless you Jenny

In loving memory

We love you & miss you, Jenny! Your family.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT

DEATHS

MARCH, 24 1940 to JULY, 29 2011. It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Garry Arnold. He resided at CVSV for the last few years. He will be missed by the residents and staff alike he was well cared for & loved. We want to say thank you to Dr. Reggler for his special care and CVSV staff. He leaves behind him his daughter Wendy (husband Brad) daughter Barbi (husband Al Shanks) son Brian (partner Ernest) wife Carol step kids Laura and Derek, grandchildren Caty, Alex, Sydney. Family and friends RIP love you Garry, Dad, Grandpa.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS CARDS OF THANKS Carole Norbygard’s family would like to express our deepest appreciation to D. Langham, Paramedics, Doctors and Nurses at St. Joseph Hospital and her home support workers. We would like to thank you all for the care, support and dedication you have all given her over the years. Sincere thanks, from her loving family.

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LEGALS

In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] - the CFA

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The youngest of the family, there was nothing she could do Just live her life along with 5 sisters, and a big brother too. She quietly watched and learned from them all Wondering, each day, if she would ever grow tall.

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Jennifer Smith (Lofthouse) June 23, 1961 - Aug 5, 2009

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Lawrence & Lola

As a year goes by, the love and memories of Cecil lives on in our family. As the pain of him not being with us abates, we reﬂect now on all the cheer he brought us, entertaining us with a story, a smile and a ﬂash of bright blue eyes to light up the room. The strength and skill of his being manifested itself in beautiful gardens, fountains and all things green and growing. We would like to say we miss you, and even though you cannot be with us, you are always in our thoughts, our dreams and forever in our hearts. Your loving wife Stella and family.

new arrivals

Congratulations Alan and Katie Huard on the arrival of

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Cecil Oliver Tozer Oct 1, 1923 – Aug 9, 2010

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On January 26, 2011, at Cliffe Ave, Courtenay BC, Peace Officer(s) of the Courtney RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: 2003 Acura MDX BC Plate: 258NKG, VIN: 2HNYD18653H545675, on or about 15:05 Hours The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been used in the commission of an offence under Section 5(2)(possession for purpose of trafficking) Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (Canada). Notice is hereby given that the subject property is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for disposal by the Director of Civil Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice. A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published. You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website accessible online at www.pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria BC V8W 9J1.

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMING EVENTS

LOST AND FOUND

CALL FOR ENTRIES 9TH ANNUAL Kitty Coleman Woodland Artisan Festival. Fine Art and Quality Crafts Juried Show. Presented in a spectacular outdoor setting SEPT 3,4 & 5 Applications for Artisans are available at woodlandgardens.ca or phone 250-338-6901

LEGALS

ACCOUNTING/ BOOKKEEPING

16’ Tandem Canoe “Highlander” white c/w paddles, oar, locks, oak seats and gunnels from Fanny Bay area. Call 250-339-0508

FOUND. SILVER Necklace, Lion’s Den parking lot. Call to identify. (250)339-2811 FOUND: WALLET with ID & credit cards. Call 250-3310976. FOUND. WEDDING Band at Tsoulm River. Call (250)8909330.

PERSONALS

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AL-ANON - if you’re concerned about someone’s drinking? Contact 1-888-4ALANON (1-888-425-2666) ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

Call day or night. 250-338-8042 NAR-ANON- If a family member or friend is using drugs, how does it affect you? We can help. Call Rene 3342392, Sharon 339-7906 or Jack 334-3485. DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

Part Time Bookkeeper wanted to cover maternity leave at busy Excavating & Trucking Company. Approx 20 – 30 hrs per week. Must be proﬁcient with Simply Accounting & Excel. Duties will include daily billing, posting & tracking accounts receivable & payable, weekly deposits, payroll, remittances, spreadsheet input and general ofﬁce administration. Having a vehicle would be an asset. Submit resume by 4:00pm August 15th, to Drawer # 4454,

FOUND: SCREW on fuel cap for a lrg diesel/semi truck, near 5th St., Bridge (Courtenay) 250-897-0231 after 10am.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS DOUGLAS ALBERT PHYE, deceased, formally of 6593 Island Highway North, Merville, BC, are required to send full particulars of such claims to the executor, c/o Allen & Company, 480 Tenth Street, Courtenay, BC V9N 1P6, on or before the 9th day of September, 2011, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received. Catherine L. Miller Barrister & Solicitor 480 Tenth Street, Courtenay, BC, V9N 1P6 (250) 703-2583

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MEDICAL/DENTAL Experienced CDA with a long term and team focused approach to quality dental care, required for CV dental ofﬁce. Excellent organization and written & oral communication skills is a must along with good patient management, education, and consultation skills. Chairside dental assisting and CDA duties including fabrication of temporary crowns and appliances. 4 days per week. Please respond to Drawer #4450. Comox Valley Record, 765 McPhee Ave., Courtenay, BC., V9N 2Z7. Thank you for your interest.

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SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS NOW HIRING FOR SEPTEMBER IN COMOX VALLEY, SURREY AND BOWEN

This is a part-time job well suited for early retirees and homemakers. We offer comprehensive training that will help you transfer your good driving skills from a car to a bus. UNR Class 4 or Class 2 is an asset, but not required. We will train the right applicant.

HELP WANTED

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

SERVICE MANAGER NEEDED Join the service team at Campbell River Hyundai. Must have automotive experience, team leader and a hard worker. An aggressive pay plan with medical & dental beneﬁts available plus other bonuses. Email your resume to skilby@campbellriverhyundai.ca or drop off to: 1700 Coulter Road Campbell River, BC

Campbell River

No Phone Calls Please

Enthusiastic about customer service? Retail sales experience? Interested in supervisor or management positions?

We want to hear from you!

JOB POSTING

Maternity Leave-Sexual Abuse Counsellor 21 hrs/week Rate: Dependent upon education/experience Closing Date: August 12, 2011 at 4:30pm Start Date: September 12, 2011 Comox Valley Family Services Association (CVFSA) requires a therapist to provide therapy, education and related services for child and youth victims of sexual abuse and their families, and for children with sexual behaviour problems and their families. For job description, see our website (www.comox valleyfamilyservices.com) or email info@cvfsa.org for a copy. Submit cover letter and resume to: Position:

Sunwest RV Centre

Join one of the few businesses where you have millions of dollars worth of inventory, a telephone answering service, ofﬁce space, and an advertising budget, with absolutely no investment of your own.

We are looking for a: - professional - conﬁdent - enthusiastic - assertive - team player with a positive attitude If this is you and your are up to the challenge please drop off your resume in person to the sales manager at Sunwest RV, 2800 Cliffe Avenue.

CITY OF COURTENAY CAREER OPPORTUNITY

ROADS 1 The City invites applications for a “Roads 1” position with the Corporation of the City of Courtenay, Public Works Division. Through the use of manual labour and powered equipment and tools, this person will construct and/or install, inspect, maintain and repair roads, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, signs, street lighting, and other roads related infrastructure. The 2011 hourly wage rate is $27.67 based on a 40-hour workweek. A comprehensive benefit package is offered. For complete details on minimum qualifications required and the application process, please go to our website at www. courtenay.ca and click on “Employment Opportunities”. TRADES, TECHNICAL

Comox Valley Family Services Association 1415 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay BC, V9N 2K6 Fax: 250-338-2343 or email: info@cvfsa.org

Please send your resume along with a CURRENT DRIVER’S ABSTRACT to: 1420 Venables Street, Vancouver British Columbia, V5L 2G5, fax: 604-255-5791 call: 604-255-3555 between 9am-3pm or e-mail: debbie.swecera@ﬁrstgroup.com You can also pre-apply online at www.ﬁrststudentcanada.com

TRADES, TECHNICAL

A Career in Cosmetology

Executive Director

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celebrating 25 years in the Comox Valley. How would you like a career where you control your own success?

Training considered for the right applicant.

Apply to Drawer #4455 at the Comox Valley Record Newspaper

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NEW

EVENING CLASSES AVAILABLE Monday- Friday 3-9pm

HAIRDRESSING 50wks,1500hrs

Start date: SEPT 6th, 2011

4 seats available

An equal opportunity employer.

HELP WANTED

NAIL TECHNOLOGY Start date:

HELP WANTED

September 6, 2011

HATCHERY TECHNICIAN – OCEAN FALLS is seeking a

SALES CONSULTANT in

Courtenay, BC • Must be motivated and have the ability to organize, prioritize, problem solve and work under limited supervision. • Previous retail experience necessary and previous optical experience a definite asset. • Must excel in customer service. • Duties will include but not limited to; greeting customers, data entry, record keeping, inventory, answering the phone, etc. • Great company benefits offered with a competitive starting wage. • Permanent, full time position.

Interested applicants can drop resumes off at Vogue Optical 349 B 5th St., Courtenay, BC Monday - Friday “Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted”

Our Ocean Falls Hatchery is currently seeking applications for the full time position of Hatchery Technician. Successful candidates will have freshwater ﬁnﬁsh aquaculture experience, related knowledge and/or related education; good time management, organization and planning skills; a positive attitude and a results orientation; strong communication and teamwork abilities; and a strong work ethic, initiative and ability to do physically demanding work. If you have the skills and experience we require and want to join a progressive company, please view the full posting on our website at www.marineharvestcanada.com and apply as directed.

ESTHETICS & SPA TECHNICIAN Start date: SEPT 6th, 2011 6 2 seats available

Apply online at: delrioacademy.com

Del Rio Academy OF HAIR AND ESTHETICS LTD LTD.

#4 - 2720 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay For more information, email: info@delrioacademy.com

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PERSONAL SERVICES BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

HELP WANTED

Mac’s Convenience Stores

LANDSCAPING/PROPERTY Maintenance Business for sale. Over 12 years established on Salt Spring Island. $35,000. Excellent opportunity. For details please contact rbelanger@telus.net

COURTENAY MAZDA has opening for Full Time Lot Maintenance/Car Wash Person. Must have clean drivers licence. Resume to Service Manager, 475 Silverdale Crescent, Courtenay.

Is the Number One Convenience Store Retailer in Canada and 2nd largest Convenience Retailer in North America.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

Looking for a business opportunity in British Columbia?

Firearms Training & C.O.R.E.

WEEKEND COURSE Non-Restricted & Restricted.

INDEPENDENT STORE OPERATOR We are seeking a partner who enjoys dealing with the public, has superior customer service skills, an innovative thinker, possess management and leadership skills. You will also bring along with you enthusiasm, outstanding business skills and a strong desire to succeed. In return, we’ll provide ongoing support, unlimited ﬁnancial possibilities and the opportunity for growth! Visit us online at www.macs.ca and click on Business Opportunities Investment: 20 - 30K ROI: Unlimited Operating your own business has never been easier!

COURSE STARTS: Aug 19, 6-10pm Aug 20, 8am-noon C.O.R.E. continues Aug 22, 23 & 24 Mon, Tues,Wed. 6pm-10pm at Grantham Hall opposite Tsolum School.

Holbrook Dyson Logging Ltd Has vacancies in the following jobs: 1)Heavy Duty Mechanic. 2)Processor Operator. Fax resumes to 250-287-9259

Two pieces of ID required.

Music Director - St.George’s United Church is requesting submissions of interest for the position of Music Director to start Sept. 1, 2011. Duties include training and direction of choir for Sunday worship. Full job description available at the church ofﬁce, 505 6th St.Courtenay, Tues.-Fri. 9:00-12:00. Resumes should be submitted by in person or email to stgeorgeuc@shaw.ca or before August 15, 2011.

For information contact: Granlund Firearms 286-9996 Tyee Marine 287-2641 Peters Sports 334-2942 Secondhand & Military Store 337-1750 Norrie Todd 287-8020

HELP WANTED

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Gentleman in Cumberland looking for wine making partner. Have equipment + experience but no room to make it. Call 250-336-8950

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

WE’RE LOOKING FOR GREAT PEOPLE!

Auto Salesperson Wanted! Aggressive pay plans and benefit packages, huge inventory of over 200 vehicles, large advertising budgets and a great place to work. Join our team. Contact Brad Trotman:

sales@comoxvalleydodge.com 250.338.5451 or in-person 4847 North Island Hwy, Courtenay CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH

EXPERIENCED LINE COOK WANTED. Minimum 3 years. Food safe certiﬁed an asset. Must be willing to learn, have good communication skills and like being a part of a team. Reliable transportation a must. Medical & Dental beneﬁts. Excellent starting wage. Apply with resume to Rick or Kevin after 2pm. at Backstreet Pub in Royston.

CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH

PART TIME for delivery of appliances and furniture. Experience preferred. Current drivers abstract required. Drawer #4453 c/o Comox Valley Record, 765 McPhee Ave. Courtenay. BC V9N 2Z7 Part-time Junior/Intermediate Accountant Position. Lund Thorburn Certiﬁed General Accountants has an immediate opening for a part-time, with potential fulltime, accounting position. Public practice is an asset, not essential. 1st to 3rd Level CGA students would be interested in this challenging position. Wage negotiated upon experience. Please apply by Aug 15, 2011 c/o drawer 4451 Comox Valley Record.

HOSPITALITY

FOOD & BEVERAGE DEPARTMENT Mount Washington’s Food and Beverage Department is looking for seasonal servers, line cooks, and bartending staﬀ for this summer. We are also seeking dynamic Food and Beverage Supervisors and a Food and Beverage Inventory Clerk to start training this summer for year round positions. For details about these positions or to apply, please visit our HR website at http://hr.mountwashington.ca

We are looking to recruit an honest and reliable team player for the position of: Full Time Guest Service Agent Previous hospitality experience is preferred. Strong computer skills and knowledge of MS Office required. First Aid and CPR qualification are beneficial.

Applicants will be subject to a criminal record check and must be flexible with availability. We welcome you to drop off your resume in person to 2200 Cliffe Avenue, submit by fax: 778-225-0019, or email: jmatkin@hiex comoxvalley.com, Attention: Jauline Matkin. Resume must be received by 12pm Friday Aug 12th, 2011 to be considered. No phone calls please. 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.

OFFICE SUPPORT CLERK

The Comox Valley Regional District is seeking a customer service representative to join our community services branch at the Comox Valley Sports and Aquatic Centres on a casual (on-call) basis. Please visit www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/jobs for complete position details and required qualiﬁcations. Applications will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. August 12, 2011.

The John Howard Society of North Island, Courtenay, is seeking a regular P/T Receptionist/Secretary for 14 hrs/wk. This position provides a variety of secretarial, clerical & reception duties in a multi-program environment. Please refer to the job description on our website, www.jhsni.bc.ca, for duties, responsibilities & qualiﬁcations. Please submit resumes to Vicki Luckman, Program Manager, 1455 Cliffe Ave. Courtenay, BC V9N 2K6; fax to 250-338-6568 or e-mail to vicki@jhsni.bc.ca by 4:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 12, 2011. The John Howard Society of North Island is an employment equity employer.

The Lemare Group is currently seeking a heavy duty mechanic for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time, union wages. Email resume to ofﬁce@lemare.ca or fax to: 250-956-4888.

SALES

ESCORTS

MAINTENANCE PERSON

NEED SOME TLC? Call 250871-4021 or 250-331-3516.

A contract maintenance person is required to perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance tasks for 3 barge camps. Responsibilities include but are not limited to, painting floor boards, fixing leaking faucets, replacing oil filters and troubleshooting mechanical issues. The camps are in remote locations only accessible by air and water. Applicants must be organized, have a minimum high school diploma, and experience working with diesel engines. Preference will be given to those who have a welding certificate and electrical experience. Please email your resume or summary of qualifications to

COUNSELLING REAL ESTATE CAREER INFORMATION SEMINAR. Ever wondered about being a realtor?? Come on down to 1736 England Ave. Thursday August 25, 2011 7:00-8:30pm RSVP Cheryl 250-898-8790

TRADES, TECHNICAL

shelleyj@pallangroup.com

HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS NEEDED Are you looking for steady, permanent employment with top compensation and comprehensive beneﬁts? We are now hiring Mechanics with commercial transport experience for our FORT ST JOHN operations. Successful candidates must be motivated, eager to learn, be willing to work shift work, hold valid safety tickets, and complete a clean drug test. Troyer Ventures Ltd. is a privately-owned oilﬁeld services company serving North-East BC and Western Alberta. For more information and to apply, visit our website at www.troyer.ca/employment

or fax to 250-286-3868. We appreciate all those who apply, but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

ROCK Construction & Mining Inc. is looking to hire for the following positions: Experienced Hydraulic & Down Hole Drillers. Please forward resume to resume@rcmi.ca or fax to (250) 828-1948.

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Individual Counseling Couples’’ Counseling Personal Development Workshops 250-287-2440 Campbell River * Comox mw52@shaw.ca

FINANCIAL SERVICES

WORK WANTED

CONNECTING JOB SEEKERS AND EMPLOYERS www.bcjob network.com

RV Technician and a Service/Parts Administrator is required immediately at Comox Valley RV. Please email your resume to danny@comoxvalleyrv.com / call 250-871-4700. Stuck On Designs is seeking a full time designer to work in our shop in Prince Rupert. Proﬁciency in Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign is a must. Progressive shop with lots of opportunity. stuckon@citytel.net or fax 250-624-6160. Please - no freelancers.

HOSPITALITY

HELP WANTED

P L U M B E R / H A N DY M A N seeking long and short term projects. Master plumber with extensive exp in construction and reno’s. Ken 250-650-4838

WE’RE ON THE WEB

Stone, brick, block, mason clean professional, 20 yrs exp. Call Dennis 250-334-2186

Garage Sales WETT Certified Wood Technician Comox Fireplace & Patio is recruiting for the position of WETT Certified Wood Technician. This full time, permanent position begins immediately. The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic, extremely high quality standards, and a genuine ability with customers. We offer an extremely competitive wage and a positive, enthusiastic working environment. Interested applicants please submit your resume to the attention of the General Manager by email to: kevin@comoxfireplace.com by fax to 338-6771, or in person at 4911 North Island Hwy in Courtenay.

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COMOX- 1256 GARDNER Way, Sat, Aug 6, 9am-? Large Garage Sale! Stereo equipment, tools, antiques and 1996 Caprice (cop car) w/Corvette engine.

COMOX. SATURDAY & SUNDAY Aug. 6 & 7, 8am-1pm. 1911 Comox Ave.

Courtenay - 4602 Sunwood Pl, off Tamarack, off Muir Rd. Sat 8am - 1pm. Little bit of every thing, all good stuff, no junk. COURTENAY: 8-1755 Willimar Ave., Sat & Sun, Aug 6 & 7, 8am-2pm. Moving/Garage Sale. Indoor/outdoor furniture, garden stuff, TV, entertainment centre, computer desk, china, jewelry, clothes, tires, treadmill. Almost everything. Park on street, walk in.

COMOX - 1529 Dogwood Avenue. Sat. Aug 5 8am - 2pm Comox - 2454 Avro Arrow Drive Aug 6, 8-1. Huge multi family sale. Indoor=outdoor furniture, garden equ., household & much more. Comox -251 Torrence Rd. Sat 23 9-2. Something for everyone & much more. Most items at half price. NO EARLY BIRDS. Visa accepted. Comox - 514 Cormorant St Sat Aug 6, 9-11. Household, kids stuff, girls clothes & more. Comox - 621 Stickleback Rd. Connor of Guthrie and Lazo Aug 6 Sat, 8-1pm. Multi - family, retail ﬁxtures, household, electronics and much more. COMOX - 725 Aspen Rd. (C.V. Presbyterian Church) Sat 8-noon Jumble Sale, clothing, books & cds & dvds. Comox - 880 Simba Rd, Sat Ayg 6, 8-noon. Multi houshold, little bit of everything! COMOX: GARAGE Sale: Sat, Aug 6th. 8am-1pm. 2107 Robb Ave. Girls baby clothes, kids toys, dishes, maternity clothes. Lots of misc items. Comox - Sammy’s Charity Garage Sale Part Two! Sat. Aug.6th 9-12 at 1919 Guthrie Rd - Pentecostal Church. Unique collectibles, kitchen ware, great sports items, power tools, goodies and much more! Come out and support this very worthy cause.

Courtenay - 1073 Evergreen Ave. Sat Aug 6, 8-noon. Eastern Star Yard sale. Ladies new bike, books, household. Proceeds to Cancer Van. COURTENAY - 1140 Cumberland Rd. Sat Aug 6 & 7 8am-? Downsizing, have lots of stuff. Courtenay - 1535 Dingwall Rd Sat Aug 6 10-4. Multi Family, great deals, large variety. COURTENAY, 1582 Mallard, Sat, Aug 6, 8am-12pm. Multi Family Sale. Lot’s of items, please don’t miss this one! Rain or shine. COURTENAY - 17TH & Piercy. Sat, Aug 6, 9am. Folding bike, Honda motorcycle, Lazy-boy love seat, household, treasures galore. Rain date on Sunday. COURTENAY, 1845 Larch Rd., Sat, Aug 6th @ 8:00 AM. Household items, power tools, camping and ﬁshing equipment, motor cycle helmets, chaps, leather pants, outdoor games, books. There is something for everyone... Courtenay - 2029 Piercy Ave Aug 6, 7 10am - 4pm. Tools, camping gear, exercise equipment, cooking - 10’ shelter. Courtenay-260 Willemar AveMoving sale,rain/shine Mon/Fri 10:30-4:30 Sat/Sun 7:30-5 Courtenay - 2730 Comox Rd Sat Aug 6, 8-12. Moving Sale youth bed, jewelry, clothing etc Courtenay - 4296 Marsden Rd Aug 6. Lot’s of items. Some thing for everybody!

Courtenay Flea Market EVERY SUNDAY Puntledge Road past bottle depot No booking required. Space $15 Vendors set up 7am-2pm Call Greg 250-334-1540 COURTENAY. SAT. Aug. 6, 8am-2pm. Household stuff, collectibles & medical equip. #3 - 1255 9th Street. CROWN ISLE- 1805 Sussex Dr, Sat, Aug 6, 8am-2pm. Something for everyone! Trailer, accessories, tools, household. Canceled if raining! CUMBERLAND- 1#4 3266 7th St (at the end) Sat, Aug 6, 10am-3pm. Moving Sale! Girls’s clothes, costumes, toys, free stuff, older skis, books & electronics. No early birds. CUMBERLAND - Block Yard Sale, Allen Ave Sat Aug 6 9-2. Fishing & camping gear & misc household items. SAT. Aug 6th. 525 Monarch Drive Courtenay. 8a.m. to 1 p.m.

Union Bay - 5606 7th St. Sat 6/Sun 7, 9-3. Toys, lawnmowwers, helmets, etc.

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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HOMES WANTED

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ELECTRICAL ELECTRICIAN Small jobs to new construction. B Connected Electrical. 250-792-2168. www.bzzzt.ca JRS ELECTRIC: Licns’d, bnded & insr’d. From new builds & renos to service calls. John, C.R. 250-914-3532 or C.V. 250-650-5773 (cont:98365)

GARDENING LAWN mowing from $30 and up. 250-339-9210

HANDYPERSONS WAYNE’S HANDYMAN & Reno. Service. 20+yrs exp. in carpentry, decking, fencing, framing, ﬁnishing, drywalling, mudding, painting. Small jobs ok. 250-339-0879

HOME IMPROVEMENTS C A R P E N T E R / H A N DY M A N Renos, decks, ﬂooring, tiles, fences, painting 250-339-9788 THINKING OF AN IKEA KITCHEN? I can design + deliver + install for you. 20 yrs experience call 250-338-3148

LANDSCAPING TOP SOIL. $13 per yard + trucking. 250-218-4078

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

PAINTING FREE POWERWASH with exterior paint job. Taking appointments now for Sept. Best Choice Paint Inc. Interior/Exterior/Powerwash Seniors discount. Fully Insured. Quality work guaranteed. 22yrs exp. Call John at Best Choice Paint Inc. 250-898-3118 bestchoicepaint@hotmail.ca

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HORSE HAY FOR SALE

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First Cut, Fresh 55-60lb bails, lower sugar content, no rain. • $6.50/from barn, $7 delivered. 6736 Headquarters Rd (beside Tyee Valley Rd) (250)337-4030.

SERVANTE FARM Hay. 2nd cut hay- drive in barn, you load. Gary (250)338-0110.

PETS

Patio Table (small) with 4 chairs that stow underneath $100. call 250-871-2026 They’re Here! 2011 LIFESTYLE COUPON BOOKS Support the Comox Valley Horseshoe Club Reduced ! ~ $13.00 CASH ONLY Available at Comox Valley Record 765 McPhee Ave. Courtenay

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MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

AUCTIONS

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HOUSES FOR SALE

Huge Estate sale, antique couches, mission style solid oak dining set, dinettes, new couches & chairs, air hockey game, table hockey/soccer game and lot’s more.

GREATER VICTORIA area character 3 bdrm updated home, lrg ﬂat yrd, bsmt suite, on dead end tree lined street. Could be excellent income property. Multi-family zoned. $675,000. 1-604-505-4957. No realtors please.

Fri, Aug. 5th (12pm-6:30pm)

HOMES WANTED

or bid online until

WANTED TO Buy - Mobile home in good condition, if seller is willing to hold the mortgage. (250)338-5231.

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UNDER $100 DEHUMIDIFIER - $45. Two bifold doors 4ft & 5ft $30 for pair. 250-339-5065 VINYL. P/U truck storage box. 20”x20”x 51” Fits Dodge Dakota. $40. 250-338-5267

FRUIT & VEGETABLES Locally Grown Tomatoes for eating & canning, Strawberries,Raspberries, Blueberries avail. now. 338-7335. RASPBERRIES, BLACKBERRIES you pick & picked, black currants picked only. McGinnis Berry Crops. 3583 Dove Creek Rd, Courtenay, 250-338-1678. 8am-4pm Tues thru Sunday. Call ahead.

FUEL/FIREWOOD 20 YRD loads. Clean 2x4 ends for Firewood, cheap. Please call 250-334-9559. “250-703-FIRE(3473)” Establish since 2004. Custom cut, split, delivered. Fir, Alder, Hemlock, clean wood. Well seasoned. Don’t wait till winter! FIREWOOD PERMITS on T.W. Land. Phone 250-6504060. 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.

FURNITURE BRAND New LUXURY Queen Size Pillow Top Mattress Set (in original Package) left over from LARGE hotel order.800 coils. MSRP$1299.00 Liquida- tion Price $490.00 tax inc. (11 available) Kings $790.00. Includes both boxspring/ mattress.. Delivery available. text or call1 250 334 7527 to reserve a set.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 20% OFF all ofﬁce chairs on wheels and client chairs. Over 700 in stock. Brand new 30”x94” plastic top folding tables, $45/each. Coopers Gov’t Surplus. 4767 Headquarters Rd, Courtenay. 1-250-2181665 or cooperssurplus.com

SMALL ADS, BIG DEALS! Call 310.3535

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VICTORIA CITY level lot, 50’x120’, multi-family zoned on nice tree lined dead end street. $550,000. 1-604-5054957. No Realtors please.

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450-19th Street, Courtenay 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.

Call Pat at 250-703-6965

2Bdrm, 1 bath, Puntledge Park area 250-336-2338

Auction Tonight Aug. 5th

1970 Fitzgerald Avenue, Courtenay

250-334-3078 WILLOW ARMS APARTMENT

APARTMENT/CONDOS

239 Puntledge Rd, Courtenay 250-871-7355

BLUE JAY APARTMENTS

Unobstructed Bldg. Lot Central on Hobson Pl Courtenay. Asking $230.000 780868-1609

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

$975.00 - 2 BR- LUXURIOUS QUIET CONDO IN COURTENAY’S OLD ORCHARD AREA. IDEAL FOR A MATURE ADULT. NO SMOKING NO PETS- D/W W/D IN SUITE- CALL 778 233 3047 KSEAHIL10@GMAIL.COM

PARK PLACE

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APARTMENTS

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.

Call: 1-250-616-9053

PUPPIES - WIEIMARANER - purebred CKC registered. All shots, vet checked, microchip. Excellent pedigree. Raised in our home with lots of love. $1300. http://morﬁtt.wordpress.com for pictures and info. 250-339-0963

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FRUIT & VEGETABLES

LOCALLY

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U-Pick Blueberries $1.75/lb Picked Blueberries$3/lb Ice Cream Parlour 2046 IDIENS WAY, COMOX

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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

ARRAN HOUSE APARTMENTS 1015 Cumberland Road, Courtenay 2 Bedroom apartment available in clean, quiet building. Adult oriented. Manager on-site. Close to downtown with bus stop out front. House cat accepted with pet deposit.

Call Sharon 250-334-9717

RUTHERFORD MANOR

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

PINES APARTMENTS 1055-10th Street, Courtenay 1 & 2 bedroom suite. Completely renovated 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

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 CONDOS

PACIFIC COURT

BEECHER MANOR 1045 Cumberland Road, Courtenay 1 & 2 bedroom condo available in quiet, well maintained building. Ideal for Seniors. Close to downtown. Bus stop out front. Small pets accepted with pet deposit.

Call Sharon 250-334-9717

1520/1540 Piercy Ave., Courtenay 2 bedroom suite available immediately and 2 bedroom available Sept. 1st, 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.

To View, Call 250-334-4483

CYPRESS ARMS

ST. BRELADES

1255 9th Street, 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.

For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667

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

VANRIDGE MANOR 123 Back Road, Courtenay Features 5 appliances, wall-to-wall carpet, blinds, gas ﬁreplaces - gas included in rent. Low hydro. Children welcome. Quiet, well-maintained 2 bedroom condos. Ideal location, walking distance to Superstore and North Island College. No pets.

Call 250-703-2570 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 Sharon 250-334-9717

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HOMES FOR RENT

TOWNHOUSES

RARE OPPORTUNITY: waterfront property on beautiful Jim Lake, 0.83-acre with 360 sq ft insulated cabin, located near Green Lake/Watch Lake. Rare privacy, only three lots on the lake, good ﬁshing for rainbows to 10 lbs, nice swimming, surrounded by crown land. Great trails for hiking, ATV and snowmobile. Seasonal 10-km back road access in 4x4 or pick-up. FSBO. $230,000. 250-395-0599. (Please see bchomesforsale.com/70mile/frank.)

82.8 ACRES, 300’ lakefront, S Cariboo. Beautiful, pastoral, private, rural setting. Borders crown land. Adjacent 80+ acre parcel available. www.bchomesforsale.com/ view/lonebutte/ann/

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.

DOWNTOWN COMOX FULLY FURNISHED CONDO

576 England Avenue Courtenay, B.C. 250-338-6900

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals

APARTMENT/CONDO COURTENAY. 2bdrm 1 1/2 bth 3rd ﬂr condo Sept 1st newly painted, f/s hot w, prking incld. lrge coinop lndry rm. Mtn view, close to shopping & bus. Cumberland Rd. $800 lease preferred carclark@telus.net

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APARTMENTS / CONDOS

LAKE TRAIL APARTMENTS 2 bdrm condos conveniently located with 2 appl., on site coinop laundry; recent renos; new decks & windows; near schools & bus routes; N/S; N/P; Starting at $625/month incl. FREE heat & hot water; for immediate possession.

Apartments•Condos•Suites 202 - 1810 Lake Trail Road 2 bdrms, 1 bath, N/P. N/S. 2 appls. $675/month.each. One available Immed.

Available OCT 1, 2011 APR 30, 2012. 2 bdrm, 2 bath, ﬁreplace, secure parking, elevator, ocean view, ensuite laundry, hydro, phone, cable & internet included. Walk to senior centre, hospital, shops & golf.

250-339-7963 comoxcondo@gmail,com

4D-851-5th Street 2 bdrm, 1bath, 5 appls. N/S, N/P. $775/mth Available Immed.

One Room Apartment: cable, internet, electricity included, private bathroom and entrance. Walk to shops, $450 per month call 250 792 1391

322-2300 Mansﬁeld Dr, 1+ Den, 1.5 baths, N/P, N/S, 6 appls, Avail. 1 Sept. $1,000/mth

MOUNTAIN VIEW Manor, 125 Centennial Dr, Courtenay. 1 & 2 bdrms, secure entrance, ELEVATOR. 250-334-2800.

COURTENAY- 2 BDRM in sm quiet bldg, near dwntwn, updated kitch & bath. 1321 Lewis Ave. NS/NP. Sept 1. $750. 250-213-6045.

APARTMENT/CONDO

LARGE 2 bdrm. Free heat & H/W, Elevator. $750 mo. Avail Sept. 1. Call 250-334-4646.

TUNNER GARDENS

Experience 35+ living in this beautifully manicured complex! Property features 2 bdrms, 2 baths, 5 appl & gas fireplace, patio, garage, & much more. N/S; small dog may be considered with deposit; $1100/month; avail July 1

EXCEPTIONALLY maintained lower 1 bedroom suite, private patio area, 2 appl.& shared laundry, located on quiet cul-de-sac; close proximity to schools, College, Aquatic Center, and all amenities; N/S & N/P; $650/month incl. heat & hot water; aval.Aug.1 THE TIDES Enjoy the beautiful views from your patio in this

2 bdrm, 2 bath, 2nd floor condo unit fronting the Puntledge River, large open green areas, estuary and airpark pathway; inc 6 appl & underground secure parking for only $950/month; avail Aug. 1

TOWNHOMES

BEAUTIFUL COMOX TOWNHOME

Beautiful 2 level townhome in small, picturesque, adult oriented complex located near tennis courts & in walking distance to downtown Comox. Features 1475sqft, inc. large master suite, 2nd bdrm, 2 baths, 6 app, gas fireplace, & garage; enjoy all day sun on semi-private patio area; avail July 15, w/ possibility of early poss; $1300/month

EDGETT MEWS

Quiet townhouse complex conveniently located in West Courtenay features corner unit with living down & 2 bdrms up; 5 appl, semi-private patio, & covered carport; N/S; N/P; $825/ mo; avail Aug 1

PINE PLACE

Spacious 3 bedroom townhomes include 5 appl, & are ideally located near schools & all amenities; lower level features kitchen, dining & living room areas; upper floor contains bdrms, bathrm, & in suite storage; avail July 15; rent from $1050/month

HOUSES FOR RENT

EXECUTIVE COMOX HOME

Just a jaunt to the beach... beautiful 4 bdrm, 2 bath home features large double garage, wrap around deck w/ ocean & mountain views, & lovely pond; low maintenance landscaping; near hospital & all amenities; N/S; $1500/month; avail Aug 1

ZERKEE PLACE, EAST COURTENAY

Beautiful two-level family home in East Courtenay offers 1700+ sqft living space & is located on quiet cul-de-sac; features 3 bdrms, 2.5 baths, alarm system, & easy to maintain landscaping; small dog may be permitted w/deposit; $1300/ month; avail Aug 1

FARQUHARSON DRIVE STUNNING VIEW!

Beautifully laid out family home features stunning views, 3+ bdrms, 3 baths, 5 appl, immaculately landscaped yard, large laundry room, & double car garage; upper level all laminate, incl. livingroom w/ gas f/p; lower level includes spacious bonus room w/gas fireplace, & walk out to back yard; small pet may be considered w/deposit; avail Sept 1; $1400/month

TRACKER PLACE

Beautiful 2000sq ft 4 bdrm Comox home incl. 2 balconies, double car garage, 6 appl, 2.5 baths, & spacious laundry room; kitchen features beautiful cabinetry & stainless appliances, & opens to dining & livingroom. Also features built in stereo system with controls in all rooms, hardwood flooring, & cable hook ups throughout. Avail Sept. 1; N/S; N/P; $1300/mo

SCOTT ROAD COTTAGE

Beautifully renovated 1 bdrm cottage features 4 appl, & is located on dead end street w/amazing views & only moments to ocean; If you’re looking for tranquil & rustic, this is for you! Avail Aug 1, w/possibility of early possession; N/S; N/P; $800/ month

SAND PINES DRIVE, COMOX

2 bdrm new construction home features 970sqft, master w/ ensuite, 6 appliances, all walking distance to beach; small dog may be considered w/deposit; $1000/month; avail July 15

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2 BDRM - 2 bath, 5 app. interior storage, walk to town, close to river. N/P, N/S

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COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL 1500 SQ. ft. retail/professional/whrs. Excellent location in Tin Town. Available now. $1500./mth. 778-386-3040.

2 bdrm lower unit located in secured entrance building; close to all amenities; nicely maintained suite; laundry facilities located on each floor of building; n/s; n/p; $725/month; avail July 1

ULVERSTON MANOR

1 BDRM +.DEN 1 bath, 6 app, open concept, gated parking. N/P. N/S. Stunning View

2 BDRM apt - new paint & ﬂooring for quiet & mature tenant, No smoking & no pets.

SOUTHVIEW 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/month

2 BDRM +DEN. walk to downtown. 5 app + gas f/p. open concept. 55+ building. N/P. N/S.

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

FAIRMONT 432-11TH STREET TWO BEDROOM corner suite. Very bright and spacious. Nicely decorated. Large, private patio garden. Very quiet mature adult building midway between downtown and Safeway complex. Security entry. A very attractive suite. Call David @ 250-3380267.

TRADEWINDS 1600-1610 Comox Ave. TWO BEDROOM suite. Nicely renovated. Home-sized kitchen with new cabinets. Attractively decorated. Resident social room. Located just three blocks from centre of Comox and across from Filberg Park. Security entry and elevator. Quiet adult building. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.

WESTWATER 60 Anderton Ave. Independent Living for Seniors “The Affordable Alternative” TWO BEDROOM with in suite washer/dryer. Very spacious – in suite storage and ensuite off large master bedroom. Full sized kitchen appliances with dishwasher. Fireplace and Jacuzzi tub. Elevator. Secure scooter storage and charging. Resident social room. Security entry. No pets. One Bedroom also available. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

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. Dishwasher. Large, private patio overlooking garden area. In suite washer/dryer. One Bedroom also available. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.

OAKCREST 1155 Stewart Ave. TWO BEDROOM CORNER SUITE very attractive – bright and spacious with extra windows. Nicely renovated/1,000 sq. ft. Located in central Courtenay in a quiet, adult building. Well managed and maintained. No pets. Security entry. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

GREENBRIER 750 Eighth Street TWO BEDROOM CORNER SUITE. Bright and spacious 1064 sq. ft. Two full baths including ensuite. In suite washer/dryer. Very attractive and nicely decorated suite. Quiet, well managed mature adult building just three blocks from downtown. Private patio overlooking garden. Security entry. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES COURTENAY- 1 year old duplex, 3 bdrms, 5 appls, hardwood ﬂrs, 1325sq ft. #1101500 Cumberland Rd. $1200./mo. (250)338-4710.

MODULAR HOMES FRENCH CREEK- bright older 2 bdrm, open concept, 2 decks, laundry, lrg yard, RV parking, shed, $600+ utils. Qualicum Bay- bright older 2 bdrm+ den, 2 decks, laundry, lrg yrd, RV parking, shed, $600+ utils. Might consider pets, children welcome. Call or text to view Tuesday, Aug 2, evenings. 1-(778)999-6127.

HOMES FOR RENT 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.

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BECKTON ESTATES 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath home, 5 appls, garage, fenced yrd.,N/S, small pet neg. Avail. Aug - 1 $1200/mth PUNTLEDGE PARK 2 story home, 3 bdrm, 2 1/2 bath, 6 appls, garage, gas F/P, partially fenced, N/S, No pets. Avail. Aug 1 - $1,200/mth CLOSE TO PUNTLEDGE PARK new 3 bdrm & den homes, 2 1/2 bath. 5 appls, gas F/P. garage, N/S, No pets. Avail. Aug 15 & Oct. 1 $1,300/mth COMOX OCEANFRONT HOME 4 bdrm, 2 bath, 6 appls, 3 F/P’s, carport, N/S, carport, N/S, small dog ok w/ ref. Avail. Sept. 1 $1,500/mth ROYSTON RANCHER 2 bdrm, 1 bath w/ocean view,5 appls, gas F/P, detached garage & carport, hot tub, N/S, small pet neg. w/ref. Avail. Sept. 1- $1,000/mth PUNTLEDGE FAMILY HOME 3bdrm, 2 1/2 bath, 6 appls, gas & wood F/P’s, garage, fenced yrd, N/S, small pet neg w/ref. Avail. Aug 15 - $1250/mth SPACIOUS COMOX HOME 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, F/P, W/S, fam.rm., fenced yrd, N/S small pet neg w/ref. Avail. Sept. 1- $1,100/mth WALK-ON COMOX WATERFRONT 3 bdrm & den home, 2 full/2 half bath, gas F/P, covered pkg, N/S, small pet neg. w/ref. Month-tomonth tenancy, home is listed for sale. Avail. Aug. 1 $1,000/mth COURTENAY CUTIE 2 bdrm, 1 bath rancher, 4 appls, garage, fenced yrd, newly renovated. N/S, No pets. Avail. Sept. 1$1000/mth COURTENAY EAST RANCHER 3 bdrm, 2 1/2 bath, 5 appls, garage, carport, N/S, small pet neg. w/ref. Avail. Sept. 1 $1,050/mth DRESSAGE COURT 3 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse, 5 appls, gas F/P (gas incl), balcony w/mountain view, N/S, No pets. Avail. Oct. 1 $1,000/mth

TRUMPETER’S LANDING modern newer condos bordering the airpark. Avail. units include 1 bdrm,& den and 2 bdrm, and 2 bdrm & den - 2 bath, 6 appls, custom finishing, balconies/patios, underground pkg, storage units, some with wonderful ocean views. N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed & Sept. 1. Rents from $900/mth. ARGO COURT 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F&S, coin laundry, basic cable & hot water incl., N/S. No pets. Avail. Immed. $700/mth. Call Res.Mgr: 334-8602 LORELIE APTS 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, N/S. No pets. 1/2 mth free w/6 mth lease. Avail. Immed. - $650/mth CRAIGMARK PLACE 2 bdrm, 1 bath condo, 4appls., balcony, res. pkg, storage, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed.- $750/mth. Call Res. Mgr. 218-3736 BARCLAY SQUARE 2 bdrm, 1 bath townhouse, 4 appls, balcony, new paint & flooring, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. - $775/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR 1 bdrm, 1 bath condo, 3 appls, coin laundry, balcony, res. pkg, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. - $650/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. Immed. & Sept. 1 - $935/mth CORINTHIA ESTATES 2 bdrm & den ground flr condo, 2 bath, 7 appls, gas F/P, extended patio, golf course view, underground pkg, triple storage locker. N/S, No pets. Avail. Sept. 1 - $1,300/mth PUNTLEDGE DUPLEX 3 bdrm, 2 1/2 bath, 5 appls, garage, fenced yrd, N/S, No pets. Avail. Sept. 1 $1,000/mth WALK TO DOWNTOWN CTNY 2 bdrm, 1 bath duplex, 4 appls, N/S, sm. pet neg. w/ref. Avail. Sept. 1 $775/mth BARCLAY SQUARE 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls, patio, newer carpets & new paint, N/S, No pets. Avail. Sept. 15 - $775/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR 3 bdrm, 1 1 1/2 bath condo, 3 appls, N/S, No pet. Avail. Sept. 1 - $775/mth WILLOW WOOD 2 bdrm, 1 bath townhouse, 4 appls, patio, res. pkg, N/S, No pets. Avail. Sept. 1 - $725/mth ROSEWOOD TOWNHOUSES 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, basic cable incl., N/S, No pets. Avail. Sept. 1 & Oct. 1. Call Res. Mgr. 334-8602 CLOSE TO SUPERSTORE 3 bdrm, 2 bath duplex, F & S, fenced yrd, N/S, cat ok. Avail. Sept. 1 - $775/mth

Houses & Suites

OFFICE/RETAIL 2135 Meadowlark 4 bdrm,2.5 bath N/P, N/S, 5 appls $1300/mth Available Immed 4997 Spence Rd 2 bdrm, 1 bath, No pets, N/S. 4 appls. $900/mth Available 1 Sept 350A Nim, Nim 3 bdrm,1 bath, n/p, n/s, 3 appls,+ 2 shared, $900/mth Available Immed. 2962 Huckleberry Rd 3 bdrm, 1 bath, pet on approval, N/S, 4 appls, $750/mth, Avail Immed. 1490A 15th St 2 bdrm, 1 bath, peton approval, N/S, 4 appls, $750/ mth. Avail Immed. COURTENAY- 3 bdrm suite lower, $875. Large covered deck, fenced yrd, private parking/entrance, shared W/D, wood/electric. No dogs. Call 250-338-6075. PUNTLEDGE AREA: 3-4 Bdrm, Avail. Aug 15, N/S, pet OK, close to schools & downtown. Backs onto Morrison Cr. Long-term rental, $1400/mth, pls call 250.338.7208.

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910 Fitzgerald Avenue Corner Fitzgerald & Eighth Prime office space available - 1,500 to 3,800 sq. ft. available now. Excellent downtown location near Court House. On a highly visible site. Modern, well maintained professional building. Elevator. Air conditioned. Ample parking. Many tenant improvements in place. One of the finest office buildings in the Comox Valley. For details phone 339-1222 or 339-0490

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ABBEYFIELD HOUSE offers affordable, supportive seniors accommodation in a home-like setting. All meals provided. Jane at 338-7136 for tour

MATURE responsible, working couple are looking to sublet a small acerage/farm in the Comox Valley. We have 2 horses that would need shelter/barn as well as storage for hay, 2 cats and one teenage daughter in her last year at Vanier. We will be excellent. trusworthy tennants. We ask that the rent be in line with current rental rates in the area for similar properties. If you have a property like this we would love to hear from you 230 335-1460

SUITES, UPPER 2 Bdrm Suite in beautiful neighbourhood. Includes F/S, W/D, patio garden, parking, N/S. Available Aug 1st $725 plus hydo. 250-338-6896.

COURTENAY, 3 bdrm upper, N/S, N/P, walking distance to all amens, prkg, $800 mo, avail neg, 250-478-8146. COURTENAYSPACIOUS bright 2 bdrm upper level in town suite, W/D, hydro & cable incl. $850. (250)897-4424.

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RETIRED woman needs small house or cottage with garden space. 250-752-6253

TRANSPORTATION ANTIQUE/CLASSICS 1969 Chev Comcours (Malibu) wagon exclent cond. low millage perect for restoration $6800 O.B.O 250-3387220

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RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

BOATS 12ft Aluminum Boat on trailer with 9.9 H.P. Johnson outboard, including down riggers $1500. Call 250-335-0561 Current designs Lirra double Kayak mint w/paddles, skirt, covers, pump, ﬂoats, senior owners as new $3100 O.B.O 250-335-1007

Sacriﬁce Sale: 1987 Toyota Slumber Queen, 21ft 4 cyl. m/home. Fantastic Cond. 159,000k’s, regular servicing, excellent motor, great on gas, easy to drive, all new tires, m/home cover. Just serviced, ready to go. $9,995, ﬁrm. 250-338-1293

1990 CHEV Lumina sedan, runs well, exc body, 2nd owner, $800 obo. 250-334-1730.

1994 FORD Explorer 4x4, fully loaded. 200,000 km, in good shape. $1000. obo. (250)3311320.

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HONDA Fit DX 2008 54,000 Manual 5 speed excellent condition $10,500 250-941-2282

BOATS

SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES CARS

OKANAGAN’S Largest Used Car Super Store. Always open online at: www.bcmotor products.com 250-545-2206

MOTORCYCLES ‘06 Honda CRF 50 - $700 ‘04 Honda CRF 80 - $1,500 ‘06 Honda TRX 90 Quad - $2200 All in excellent running condition. Call (250) 3311870.

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SOLID FISHING MACHINE FOR SALE 18.5’ Rampage Centre Console w/ 1995 150 hp Mariner Offshore O/B Dual Fuel Tanks Fish Finder VHF w/ Antenna Live Bait Tank Anchor, Chain & Rode Security Rod Holders Salmon Net Elec Bilge Pump Electric Windlass More!

2000 YAMAHA 650- w/saddle bags, prefect shape, 25,000 km. $2,950. (250)339-1768. RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

1990, 34’ Bounder Class A, 85,000km, rear queen bed, with separate exit & full bath, F/S + more. New awning, $6,000, as is. (250)203-2018, before 8pm. 1990 COLEMAN tent trailer. King bed, double bed, fridge & stove. In good shape. $1000. obo. (250)331-1320. 2008 Palomino Pony 283 Tent Trailer like new, used only 4 times to Qualicum Bay. $7000 O.B.O 250-338-7220 WILDERNESS 25 ft. 5th wheel. Two door model, new hot tank, excellent condition. Kept under cover. $4500. 250339-9293

Very Solidly Built. Double-Hulled, West Coast Veteran. Fully Equipped with Safety & Fishing Gear.

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NORTH NORTH ISLAND ISLAND UNITY UNITY

www.bahaisofcomox.org 250.702.3041gh250.702.0574 www.bci.org/courtenaybahais

August 7th date Speaker Dr. Gail Muzio speakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sofname â&#x20AC;&#x153;Foundations Healingâ&#x20AC;? Spiritual Mentor: Vicki Vanderhorst, LUT northislandunity@hotmail.com northislandunity@hotmail.com

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Sunday Services 10:30 Lions Den Nordin St. Comox

ECKANKAR Religion of the Light & Sound of God 2nd Sunday 11:00 am ECK Worship Service

Turning Points: Opportunity for Spiritual Growth

4th Sunday 11:00 am Community HU Song Lewis Centre 250-703-1262 www.eckankar.org

Unitarian Fellowship p 250 Beach Drive, Comox ox

250-890-9262 www.cvuf.ca Nurture Your Spirit. Heal the World.

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RESONATE BAPTIST CHURCH â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sounding forth the Supremacy of Christ in all thingsâ&#x20AC;? 10:00AM at Cape Lazo Middle School Everyone Welcome www.resonatechurch.ca

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Community Church

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@ 10:30 am

at Stan Hagen Theatre of the North Island College. 10:00 am Sunday Mornings.

~ A Place to Discover Your Life Purpose ~

250 BEACH AVENUE

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Sunday Service, Church School & Youth Group 10 am

Pastor Dave Koleba Associate Pastor Jake Hron

Pastors Darryl & Kim Burry

COMOX UNITED

Rev. Maggie Enwright 250-339-3966

Full Wheelchair Access

Lil 250-338-7727 (office)

1580 Fitzgerald Ave. Courtenay 250-338-8221 www.cvsalarmy.ca church@cvsalarmy.ca

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Sundays 10 am Nursery - Kid Jam - Youth Group Little Lambs Christian Daycare 1105 Pritchard Rd., Comox www.baychurch.net/339-7527 Little Lambs 339-1834

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725 Aspen Rd., Comox Rev. Ted Hicks

â&#x20AC;&#x153;A place for you: John 14:2 2182 Comox Avenue, Comox

Sunday Worship

10 AM

Service 10:30am Sermon Focus: You Can Do It

467 - 4th Street (just east of Fitzgerald) Sunday Morning Service - 10:00 a.m. Adult Bible Study - 11:30 a.m. Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sunday School - 11:30 a.m. Evening Service - 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday

Pastor A. Ronald Sedo 250-339-3933

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GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH Independent - Fundamental

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Tel/Fax 250-339-2882 e-mail:cvpc@shaw.ca comoxvalleypresbyterian.ca

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LIVING A VISION FOR CHRIST AND COMMUNITY

CUMBERLAND UNITED CHURCH

Prayer and Bible Study - 7:00 p.m. Rev. Paul Johnson, Pastor

250-338-8454 www.gbccv.org â&#x20AC;˘ info@gbccv.org

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1st Street & Penrith

566-5th Street, Courtenay

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250-334-2823, 250-897-4850

Welcomes You to Fellowship with Us Sunday Worship Service & Super Sunday Club 10:00 a.m.

at 10 a.m. Eve Mark, Choir Director 250-338-4785 No Potluck Lunches during summer hours.

Julianne Kasmer, Minister

(Nursery Provided)

250-400-7800

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St. Peter

JOIN US IN WORSHIP 9:15 am Contemporary Service 11:00 am Traditional Service Nursery Care & Jr. Church @ 9:15 am Sunday School, all ages @ 11:00 am

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The Tour de Rock demands total commitment from its riders – both on and off their bikes Sam Van Schie Black Press

hen the 22-person Tour de Rock cycling team rides across Vancouver Island this fall, they need to do more than just pump out 1,000 kilometres in two weeks. After a grueling day in the saddle, they still have school children to talk to and fundraisers to attend. “We need to get to the point where cycling 100 kilometres feels easy, so Special we don’t just feature want to go to bed after a Black Press ride,” said Island newspapers on District RCMP Vancouver Island Const. Manon will publish this Chouinard who, special feature before qualifying page spotlighting for this year’s police officers team, had never taking part ridden a road in this year’s bike. Canadian Cancer Since March Society riders have spent Cops for Cancer about eight Tour de Rock. hours per week on their bike with three mandatory weekly training sessions focusing on hills, speed and distance. If anyone misses a ride, they have to make it up on their own. “You don’t want to fall behind. Every week we’re building on what we did the week before,” Chouinard said. A recent hill-training included powering up Mount Washington, a steep 20-kilometre climb. When the training gets tough, West Shore RCMP Const. Rod Fraser said he just thinks about the reason he volunteered for the tour. “It’s all for the kids with cancer. We’re doing this by choice, but they don’t get an option to be sick or not,” said

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Island District RCMP Const. Sandi Swanson, left, West Shore RCMP Const. Rod Fraser and Island District RCMP Const. Manon Chouinard are representing Victoria-area Mounties on this year’s Tour de Rock. Fraser, who as a teenager lost his father to cancer. Money raised by the Canadian Cancer Society Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock goes to pediatric cancer research. Since it started in 1998, the annual ride has raised more then $15 million. Riders set their own fundraising target and organize events to bring in donations. Island District RCMP Const. Sandi Swanson has fundraisers planned almost every weekend to meet her goal to raise $12,000. “I’m either at a fundraiser or planning a fundraiser,” Swanson said. Many of her fundraising ideas,

Riding a bicycle is a healthy part of an active lifestyle. This year’s Tour de Rock begins in Port Alice on Saturday, Sept. 24 and ends Friday, Oct. 7 in Victoria

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from barbecues to garage sales, come from colleagues who did the ride in previous years. The ride has a roster of business sponsors who give in-kind donations to aid fundraisers. “We get nothing but support at every turn,” Swanson said. “Being a cop, we work long hours and see a lot of hard things. Seeing the other side, the generosity, and being able to give back, it’s an amazing opportunity.” Officers are only allowed to participate in Tour de Rock once in their career, which is extra incentive to give it their all. Fraser is hoping to raise $15,000 and Chouinard is aiming for

$20,000. In the next two months, there will be many fundraisers throughout the region with proceeds going to Tour de Rock. Swanson is holding drop-in jazzercise at the Pacific Institute for Sports Excellence in Saanich, Aug. 6 from 1 to 5 p.m. Fraser has a pancake breakfast and garage sale at the West Shore RCMP station in Langford, Aug. 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Chouinard hopes to see 400 people attend her “Tank-top, Flip-flop Hop,” a beach-theme dance party for all ages, at the Bay Street Armoury in Victoria, Sept. 20 at 7 p.m.

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