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A YOUNG PHOTOGRAPHER got more than she bargained for Friday evening when she spotted a pod of orcas near the tip of Goose Spit. The whales were playing and feeding, she said. This one was spy-hopping, which is what whales do when they want to see what’s happening above the water. PHOTO BY ALORA KILMURY

Restaurant reopening on Thursday after blaze Scott Stanfield Record Staff

The Old House Restaurant had to close for a few days following a Sunday morning fire that started on the exterior of the lounge portion of the Courtenay landmark at 17th and Cliffe. Firefighters from Courtenay and Comox, who along with police responded around 2 a.m., contained the blaze to the rear of the 83-year-old building. There were no injuries. “They (firefighters) did a phenomenal job of containing it to just the one part of the building,” said Staff Sgt. Bill Gibbings, noting the restaurant side was virtually undamaged. “It could very well be accidental, however we can’t rule out totally that it wasn’t deliberate.

FIREFIGHTERS RESPONDED EARLY Sunday morning to prevent an Old House blaze from causing more damage than it did.

The exact cause will probably end up being undetermined.” Restaurant owner/manager Jeff Lucas, from speaking with an RCMP investigator, said a cigarette butt discarded into a planter on the patio appears to have ignited the fire. “That lounge area was an addition many years ago, and a big external stucco wall that divided that from the rest of the restaurant,” Lucas said. “The fire did not get over there. In fact, the fire damage in the bar itself was contained to the roof.” Minor water and smoke that reached the adjoining dining room was cleaned up. The kitchen was not affected. Lucas said the restaurant will reopen Thursday at 11:30 a.m. While recognizing the Comox

A Comox Valley Curling Club (CVCC) women’s team skipped by Deb Goodwin with vice Lonnie Schopp, second Kim Jonsson and lead Lori Ross are the Dominion Club Champions representing British Columbia at the Nov. 21-26 Canadian championship in Richmond. The Dominion Curling Club Championship is an annual event for men’s and women’s curling teams who have won their respective local club championships.

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Robbery suspect sought by RCMP Record Staff The Comox Valley RCMP is asking for the public’s assistance on a robbery that occurred Saturday shortly before 5 p.m. when a man entered the Payless Shoesource near Future Shop in Courtenay and demanded money. He took a small amount of money. The man is described as Caucasian with a dark complexion,

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CORRECTION We erred in Friday’s Comox Valley Record by stating at the bottom of her letter to the editor that Yolanda Goodwin lives in Cumberland. While she is running for a school trustee seat representing Cumberland, Yolanda Goodwin lives in Courtenay. The mistake was ours and we regret any confusion arising from it.

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Are you in favour of the continuation of the water meter program in Comox?

Dandelion “I’m concerned about the environmental impact (of using too much water). I’m not sure if it affects me because I live in a condo, but I’m in favour of anything that’s going to help conserve water. We have all this beauty around us and it won’t be beautiful if there’s an oil spill in the Estuary or if we use too much water.”

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“I don’t have a problem with (water meters). I do need more information, but I’m interested in any measures in place for conservation; I’m not opposed.”

“I’m against (water meters). They said it would cut down on water use but (residents) would end up paying double; one for existing cost of water and for the installation of meters. It’s a waste of money.”

Mayoral breakfast Town of Comox, Mayor Candidate Breakfast, Wednesday, November 16 from 7 to 8:30 a.m. at the Comox Golf Club. This is an an opportunity for residents of Comox to hear short presentations from the candidates for Mayor for the Town. A continental breakfast of fruit, pastries and yogurt will be served. Cost is $17.86 + hst.

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Pirates plan to board ferry Residents of Denman and Hornby wary about proposal Scott Stanfield Record Staff

A gang of pirates will stage a Friday afternoon ‘takeover’ of the Quinitsa that runs between Buckley Bay and Denman Island. The ‘pirates’ intend to protest BC Ferries’ proposal to replace the vessel with a cable ferry. While the occupation is intended to be fun, organizers say the threat to Denman and Hornby islands is serious. “Denman and Hornby Islands contribute so much to the whole province,

and we rely on the ferry for our economy, our health, our education, and our connection to the wider world,” organizers said in a statement. “With the cable ferry we anticipate an erosion of ferry service that could suck the vitality out of these islands.” Islanders are concerned about the proposed 2.2-kilometre length, which would more than double the world’s longest cable route, as well as possible job losses, safety and the potential for privatization if BC Ferries finds an alternate service provider. They are also angry about the lack of public consultation. BC Ferries spokesperson Deborah Marshall said the cable ferry is not a forgone

test, Marshall said, “We certainly respect their right to free speech. “If they want to voice their concerns they’re certainly more than welcome to do that.” Along with the pirate action, Denman and Hornby residents have gathered at meetings, and organized a letterwriting campaign and a petition. Friday’s schedule is as follows: • 2:30 p.m. — Board the Boat at the Denman West ferry terminal; • 3 to 3:50 p.m. — Rally at Buckley Bay with music, speeches and humour; • 4 p.m. — Board the Boat back to Denman.

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Cumberland considers fringe Committee meeting Nov. 21 at King George Hotel Scott Stanfield Record Staff

A new festival in the Valley of Festivals is possibly on the horizon in Cumberland. Targeted for the Labour Day Weekend of 2012, the proposed fringe festival would open with a parade and take place mostly on Dunsmuir Avenue. “What we envision is four or five shows a day for three or four days,” Grant Shilling said this week. “We’re going to be following the Victoria Fringe Festival. “It’s a natural for people who are partaking in the Victoria Fringe Festival to come to Cumberland afterwards. It gives them a circuit.” Shilling is part of a six-person fringe committee that next meets Nov. 21 at 8:30 p.m. at

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Feedback positive about City Hall renovations Lindsay Chung

recognized it definitely needed doing, but I think for me, it’s even exceeded our expectations, and it’s really a great thing.” City administrator Sandy Gray thanked everyone involved in the renovation project, including Hagarty and his crew, Muchalat and

Record Staff

The architect who gave Courtenay City Hall a facelift believes the building is a model for other communities across the province. Architect Martin Hagarty made a presentation about the renovation Monday and told council one of the project goals was to turn the building into a facility that would make people proud to live in Courtenay and that would match the quality of other nearby civic buildings like the Native Sons Hall, art gallery, library and Sid Williams Theatre. “I think it fits into the history of the way the City has treated its civic buildings, and you guys have set a really good example for towns on Vancouver Island and throughout B.C.,” he said. “I think it’s a really good project. “The feedback from the public and from other architects on this building has been really good. I think when other municipalities see what can be done with an old building and especially on what I would say was a pretty controlled budget, I think it is a good example. Comox has already asked.” Hagarty thanked the team that worked on the renovation, which began in July and had a budget of $595,000. “We basically created a budget for the project before we started,” said Hagarty. “We had a fairly big contingency because of an old building which we knew the building envelope was in poor condition, and we made allowances for that. We also created a schedule; basically, we said we wanted the outside finished before the election. We came in under budget, and we came in ahead of schedule for the main part of the work.” The project involved extensive repairs to the building envelope and included new wood, stone, aluminum siding and window upgrades that included a large new window over the council chambers and part of the second floor. The project also included a complete revitalization of the exterior entrance, including new landscaping, benches and seating areas and pavers. Construction was done by Muchalat Projects Ltd. The stone on the building comes from

its crew, and the city crews that worked on the landscaping. “To everyone involved in the project, it’s been very successful, and we had a lot of fun with it and would look forward to working with any one of you again,” he said. writer@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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Jon Ambler the letters themselves are not lit, but there’s a light inside that casts a reflection on the wall,” he said. “The sign is designed in two ways: it was made quite long to basically provide another layer of design for the big screen, which is quite long;

also, as you walk by the front of the building, each letter is kind of a decorative element, but when you drive by, you read them all together as the sign. I’ve driven by at night, and I’m really pleased with the halo effect. They’re all LED lights; we’re hardly using any energy at all on the outside of the building at night, and I think the sign looks great.” Coun. Jon Ambler says the feedback he has received from people is that they really

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IT WAS A family birthday celebration on Quadra Island for these happy folks, who were too shy to leave their names. WHEN IT COMES TO SPREADING THE NEWS, readers of the Comox Valley Record are number one. They enjoy packing a copy of their favourite hometown newspaper with them as they travel the globe to celebrate special occasions, visit friends and family, enjoy a relaxing vacation or see some of the world’s many historical and geographical landmarks. Take us along on your next trip and send your photo to sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com. or drop it off at our office. Due to the volume of submissions, photo prints cannot be mailed back.

THE RECORD TRAVELLED to the Great Wall of China with (from left) Doris Wilson, Don Axtell, Glayne Axtell (holding the Record), Val Jeske, Jim Jeske and Dave Wilson.

ON A RECENT cross-Canada trip, wife Tammy took this picture of husband Mark Nemeth in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Mark is seen aboard the H.M.C.S. Sackville, a Canadian Corvette restored to her 1944 condition.

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Salvation Army readying Kettle Campaign launch The Salvation Army has been active in the Comox Valley since 1964 and the Christmas Kettle Campaign is their main fundraising event for the year. Funds generated through the Christmas Campaign help support their work in the community, not only at Christmas, but year round. The Salvation Army Christmas Kettle dates back to December of 1891, when Salvation

Army Captain Joseph McFee borrowed a waterfront crab pot and tripod and placed it in a busy San Francisco intersection in hopes that people would give enough to help him keep a homeless shelter open. Little did he know that he was beginning a tradition which would spread throughout the world. In 2010, The Salvation Army in the Comox Valley distributed 768 Christmas Hampers.

Video victory for Comox teen David Krismer of Comox topped his age category in the Vancouver Island Regional Library’s I Love My Library teen video contest. Krismer took first place in the 13- to 15-year-old division with an entry called VIRL 21st Century Library. Other top-three finishers were from Qualicum Beach, Parksville, Nanaimo and Duncan. The contest was part of VIRL’s 75th anniversary celebration. In a news release, VIRL said the contest attracted an interesting variety and number of submissions. “We were impressed with the creativity and quality of the entries,” said Jennifer Windecker, VIRL’s manager of children and youth services. “Teenagers are the ones who can honestly tell us the impression their library is making — or not making — on them. We’re always very interested in their opinions, and the teen video contest was one way to solicit their input. “The future of libraries is tomorrow’s adults and, believe it or not,

tomorrow’s adults are today’s teenagers.” The videos can be viewed at www.virl. bc.ca. — Vancouver Island Regional Library

While many talk about the worst ❝ of the economic recession being over, there are still many who are feeling the crunch every single day.

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Pastor Darryl Burry This is in addition to the regular assistance given each and every day through their Community and Family Services office. “Each year, the needs just seem to grow,” says Pastor Darryl Burry. “There are a lot of hurting people in our community — people who struggle financially to make it through the day — wondering if they will pay their rent/mortgage, or put food on the table for their family. These are very real concerns for many individuals and families right here in the Valley.” The Salvation Army’s

year round assistance to families of emergency food, clothing, furniture and other provisions continues to rise. In addition, their Emergency Homeless Shelter continues to experience an increase in individuals needing a warm, safe place to stay. “The needs are great, and we do not see any sign of it slowing down in the near future,” says Pastor Burry. “While many talk about the worst of the economic recession being over, there are still many who are feeling the crunch every single day.”

The Christmas Kettle Campaign is in need of volunteers who can stand on a kettle from as little as a two hour shift, to covering an entire day. “There are many individuals, service groups and even local businesses who have helped us in the past, and we look forward to being able to partner with them, and many more as we strive to provide hope this Christmas season and year round.” Over the past two years, some local girls soccer teams, local hockey teams and the Credit Union on Ryan Road sparked a competition to get others to show their support by volunteering their time. It is the hope that the trend would continue, and that not only would last year’s vol-

unteers sign up again, but that many new volunteers would commit to as little as a two hour shift, or will volunteer for several shifts throughout the campaign. Please consider not only reaching into your pocket for loose change and bills, but giving some time. For more information, contact Christmas Kettle co-ordinator Dawn Nickerson at

250-338-6200. The Campaign kickoff celebration is this Saturday between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. at Quality Foods locations in Comox and Courtenay. Come and enjoy a free hot dog and make a donation to the Christmas Kettle Campaign. The Salvation Army Christmas Kettles will be out in the community until Dec. 24. — Salvation Army

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NIC nursing students in sharing mood this week Event Thursday features visiting scholar at college In recognition of National Nursing Student Week this week, North Island College (NIC) Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) students would like to share the projects they have underway. NIC BSN students and faculty are actively involved on committees that foster and contribute to community projects in the Comox Valley and Campbell River. Current projects on the go are organized by the Nursing Network, Global Learning Initiative and Visiting Scholar Event. “The most important thing is to be involved in community,” explains Randi Levasseur, a secondyear nursing student at NIC. “As a student, I feel like I’m able to do that on a more personal and meaningful level. Learning about the human spirit is critical. You can’t begin to heal someone unless you understand them and the community they come from.” The Nursing Network is a student-led initiative that aims to bring BSN students together while supporting health-related causes in the community. This group donated to the community of Kingcombe following their devastating 2010 floods and to the Canadian Cancer Society in 2011. The Nursing Network is currently raising funds to donate to the Perinatal Society in Campbell River. In support of National Nursing Student Week, the Nursing Network will host a button campaign.

There will be buttons available by donation at North Island College and various medical locations. Funds raised will be donated to the Campbell River Perinatal Society and will support the creation a safe maternity home for at-risk pregnant women. The Global Learning Initiative (GLI) is a student- and facultyled committee involving the BSN program, as well as students in the Human Service Worker program. The committee organizes

monthly film nights to raise awareness of local and global issues. On Nov. 21, the Global Learning Initiative will present Small Community, Big Heart, which involves a screening of the film Tribal Journeys, followed by a discussion about discovering holistic views on health and different cultures while living in a remote aboriginal community. The presentation will begin at 7 p.m. in the Stan Hagen Theatre on NIC’s Comox

You’re welcome at Junktique The Kiwanis Club of Courtenay will hold its Christmas Junktique in St. George’s Church Hall on Nov. 18. Doors open from 6 to 8 p.m. and Nov. 19 from 8 a.m. to noon. In a change of emphasis, there will be a larger fixed price table since the club has collected some

very good things for sale including many collectibles, some new merchandise and some nearly new items. There will, of course, be the usual wide range of items for which Kiwanis will be happy to receive your generous donations. — Kiwanis Club of Courtenay

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the Comox Valley Transition Society, RCMP Domestic Violence Unit, Acute Care and Public Health. This public event will take place this Thursday (Nov. 17) from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Stan Hagen Theatre. “As a nursing student and eventually

presentation or NIC’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, contact Betty Tate at betty.tate@nic.bc.ca. To learn more about National Nursing Student Week, visit http:// www.cnsa.ca/english/ aboutus/nnsw. — North Island College

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her senior years,” said Graham. “Thoughtfully, this treasure has been donated by the family to the Filberg to aid in the conservation of the Lodge. We’re so grateful.” With the combined focus of old and new, the Filberg’s Silent Auction also includes contemporary works from the Filberg Festival such as Darrell Hancock pottery, Ted Jolda blown glass, Stephanie Ann glass and silver jewelry, and Tony Gusman framed photography. The Gift Shop will be open for the Silent Auction on Nov. 19 as a prelude to three special Christmas openings Nov. 25 to 27, Dec. 2 to 4 and Dec. 9 to 11. For

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Did you miss this year’s amazing arts and crafts exhibition at the world-renowned Filberg Festival? Did you miss purchasing that outstanding artwork and have been kicking yourself ever since? The Filberg Lodge and Park is offering you a second chance to purchase a treasure at this Saturday’s So, You Missed the Filberg Festival? Silent Auction. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Just in time for Christmas, the fullydecorated Lodge will host this unique event featuring art and craft pieces especially selected and generously donated by the artists and artisans of the 2011 Filberg Festival to raise funds for the ongoing task of conservation and preservation of this historic site. In all, there will be over 80 objects featured in the silent auction, priced to fit all budgets. The auction showcases sterling silver jewelry, stunning handpainted silk scarves, wooden artworks, iron and stone sculptures for the garden, distinctive toys, one-of-a-kind pieces of wearable art, brilliant ceramics, original framed photographs and serigraphs, and hand-blown glass from some of British Columbia’s most outstanding artists. The Filberg Lodge Gift Shop has also added a few very special collectible pieces to the auction to emphasize the bringing together of old and new that is part of the Filberg’s

PRESIDENT MAUREEN MACKENDRICK (left) of the Filberg Park and Lodge Association and Valerie Graham, Filberg gift shop co-ordinator, have assembled an amazing array of items for the auction, including this steel garden heron and a 19th century Victorian sterling silver dance purse and compact (below). PHOTOS BY JOHN W. HEINTZ

mission to be a place where history lives. As a highlight, the auction features an exceptional Victorian sterling silver dance purse and compact. Popular in the mid-19-

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th to early 20th century, evening bags such as this were carried by society women to dances and other social events. The purses, like the one in the Filberg

silent auction, usually contained a dance card, a small goose down powder puff, a place for calling cards and coins, and a mirror. The vintage purse to be auctioned is adorned with a “Lion rampant” image and the initials B.M. on one side and is suspended from a hand-made heavy silver chain typical of the era. Researched by gift shop co-ordinator Valerie Graham, the purse dates from the 1850s to the 1860s. Her investigations revealed the purse came from an existing James Bay house built in 1894. “The last elderly owner of the purse died in 1978; she had inherited it from her mother, who also lived well into

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of Mayor Paul Ives will light up the beautiful tree. Then everyone moves into the warmth of the Comox Mall for hot chocolate provided by the Salvation Army, photos with Santa and lots of fun and entertainment – Magic Shows, Face Painting, Balloon Art with Lots of Laughs, 4Rs Education kids craft table and music provided by the Mark Isffeld Jazz Band. B Isfeld

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Forbidden Jazz Trio returning to Zocalo The Forbidden Jazz Trio returns to Zocalo Café this Friday. Jake Masri on trumpet and vocals, Jeff Drummond on guitar and Grahame Edwards on upright bass hope to reach audiences of all ages by performing a wide variety of favourite jazz standards. Representing more than four decades of experience, their unique blend of voice, brass and strings promise to weave their collective magic through two sets of entertaining music. A recent addition to the Comox Valley, Drummond obtained his Diploma in Jazz Performance from Mount Royal College in 1995. He went on to perform throughout Canada and the U.K., touring with many different artists in a variety of

musical genres. Talented multi-instrumentalist Edwards studied music at the University of B.C. and he holds a Diploma in Fine Arts from the University of Calgary. Aside from electric and acoustic bass, Grahame also plays percussion & trumpet. No stranger to the local music scene, Masri draws his inspiration from classical repertoire to musical theatre to Afro-Cuban/ New Orleans, and bebop styles. Music commences Friday at 7:30 and admission is by donation. For more information, contact Zocalo Café and Gallery at 250-331-0933, browse www.zocalocafe. ca or simply drop by the corner of Fifth Street and Cliffe Avenue. — Forbidden Jazz Trio

Alberta songstress Alex Vissia’s first Western Canadian Tour comes to Joe’s Garage in Courtenay this Friday. Entrenched in the roots of rock and country but with a more sophisticated lyrical lean, Vissia will have you captivated by the time she sings her first sentence. Growing up just outside of Edmonton in a town called Stony Plain, Vissia began at the piano bench. Eight years later at the age of 13, she had learned enough chords on guitar to write her first song. Vissia and her two younger sisters then started a folk-roots band, with Vissia leading the trio on vocals and guitar. After nearly 10 years of writing songs and performing professionally, she has started a new chapter with the release of her highly anticipated first album as a solo artist, A Lot Less Gold. Vissia’s writing has come a long way from the sweet,

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Kennedy speaks B.C.’s‘magnificent’ parks in spotlight at Sierra meeting Sierra Club Comox Valley will feature Des Kennedy as a speaker this Friday evening. The presentation will be at the Comox United Church at 250 Beach St. in Comox at 7 p.m. Excerpting from his recent best-selling memoirs and from several of his novels, Kennedy will illustrate the story of his own offbeat life, as well as those of several memorable characters he’s created. Ranging from the sacred to the profane, from the ridiculous to the sublime, these are stories in which reverence and hilarity walk hand in hand through a world that is both doomed and redeemed. Comox Valley residents are well aware that Kennedy is an accomplished novelist and satirist, as well as a celebrated gardening writer and speaker. The author of eight books in both fiction and non-fiction, he has been three times nominated for the Stephen Leacock Memorial Medal for Humour. His most recent book is a memoir titled The Way of a Gardener: A Life’s Journey. Spiced with irreverence and an eye for the absurd, it describes his personal pilgrimage from a childhood of strict Irish Catholicism in Britain, through eight years of training in a monastic seminary, then the social upheavals of the 1960s, to a new life of symbiosis with the earth that is as profoundly spiritual as past religious rituals. His memoirs range over environmental activism, aboriginal rights, writing for a living, amateur wood butchery, the protocols of small community living and the devilish obscenity of a billy goat at stud. Over the years, Kennedy has contributed countless articles on environmental issues, gardening and rural living to a wide variety of publications in Canada and the United States, including seven years as gardening columnist for the Globe and Mail. He has been listed as one of the most influential personalities in the Canadian gardening scene and has appeared on a variety of regional and national television and radio programs. As well, Kennedy has been active for many years in environmental and social justice issues, including co-organizing the civil disobedience campaign in Strathcona Provincial Park in 1988 and getting arrested at Clayoquot Sound in 1993. He worked for several years in the ‘70s and early ‘80s as a land claim consultant for two Indian bands in North Central B.C. and was a founding director of a community land trust on Denman Island. The presentation is a benefit for Sierra Club Comox Valley. Admission is by donation (suggested donation $10). Kennedy’s books will also be available for purchase. — Sierra Club Comox Valley

B.C. bestselling author James D. Anderson will describe the evolution of BC Parks this Thursday, drawing on his book British Columbia’s Magnificent Parks: The First 100 Years. Anderson will present photographs and insights about the development of the BC Park System at the Courtenay Library on Thursday from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Admission

is free. With nearly 1,000 parks scattered across the province, Anderson will address some of the biggest challenges the park system has overcome and the issues that continue to spark controversy at the Courtenay Library event. As well, he’ll talk about many of Vancouver Island’s local parks, present images of some of the most breathtak-

Forsland playing Elks Thursday night jazz at the Elks’ features last year’s most popular performer (based on attendance, that is) when Jenn Forsland takes the microphone at 7:30 p.m. All of her fans take note: come early for the best seating. Come late, and you may just have to stand at the back of the lounge. When Jenn last appeared on our stage last March, a near-capacity crowd turned out to witness her superb show. For nearly three years, the members of the Jenn Forsland Quartet have been sharing music with one another and engaging Valley audiences with their broad repertoire. Forsland, a local musician and teacher, fronts this fantastic collection of musicians. Trained classically

as a vocalist and piano player, her smooth, lyrical tone combined with creative rhythmic flexibility produces an easy-listening experience for audiences. She engages audiences with a charming ability to tell the story of each song. Now Forsland has added a new dimension to the group by lending her skills on the keys. Also featured in the band are veteran Valley musicians Grahame Edwards on bass and Rick Husband on guitar. Both players have contributed tirelessly to the local scene for many years and bring a sensitivity and skill to the music that is unparalleled. Rounding out the ensemble on tenor/alto/ soprano saxophone and flute is Tony Morrison, an adventuresome player who solos with

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Devouring Staple of Holiday Decor FRUITCAKE FACTS has a Deep History

The holidays and fruitcake have long been intertwined. Fruitcakes are often mocked, detested and discarded. Few gifted foods create such strong derision. However, fruitcake is tradition. And as most people know, Christmas is all about tradition. Fruitcake is an enduring tradition, most simply because the food, well, endures. Most fruitcakes will last 8 to 12 months if wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and stored in an airtight container. If frozen, their lifespan could be endless. Jokingly, many families have said fruitcake is the only food durable enough to become an heirloom. While mocked, it may entice a few people to know just how fruitcake has become a holiday treat. The oldest references to fruitcake date back to Roman times. Ancient crusaders and hunters consumed fruitcake made with preserved fruits, pomegranate seeds, pine nuts, raisins, and honey. Fruitcake was a durable commodity

that could persevere on long trips. Because of its combination of ingredients, fruitcake was also a good source of energy, much the way a trail mix is good for today’s hikers. In the 1700s, Europeans baked a ceremonial fruitcake at the end of the nut harvest. It was saved and eaten the following year at the harvest, with the hopes it would spur another successful harvest. Fruitcake evolved to more of a delicacy in the 1800s, even being served with tea in high society. It is rumored that Queen Victoria waited a year to eat a gifted fruitcake as a show of restraint and moderation. Fruitcake can be an integral part of a holiday celebration, and not because it’s being used to block drafts from under a door. Instead of giving fruitcakes as gifts, they should be served as part of the holiday feast. In addition to the sugar cookies and pies on the Christmas table, celebrants can serve slices of fruitcake featuring their favorite ingredients.

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Chances are, holiday revelers will find themselves underneath the mistletoe at least once this holiday season. While they might know what to do when that time comes, they might not know the history of that plant above their heads. Especially sacred to Celtic Druids, mistletoe was believed to bestow life and fertility, while also protecting against poison and serving as an aphrodisiac. Mistletoe would later take on a more political meaning, as the ritual of cutting the mistletoe came to symbolize the emasculation of the old king by his successor. Nowadays, mistletoe is typically hung in doorways or entryways from one room to another. This tradition can also trace itself back several centuries to the Middle Ages. During the Middle Ages, branches of mistletoe were hung from ceilings to ward off evil spirits. Throughout Europe, mistletoe was placed over doorways in the house as well as the stables as a means to preventing the entrance of witches. The tradition of kissing underneath the mistletoe likely stems

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from the belief that mistletoe bestows fertility and is often associated with the Roman festival of Saturnalia, a period of merrymaking that pre-dated Christmas. In 18th century England, a young lady standing underneath the mistletoe could not refuse to be kissed. Once kissed, the kiss would signify deep romance or eternal friendship. History also suggests that mistletoe was a symbol of peace. In Scandinavia, mistletoe was considered a plant of peace. When standing underneath the mistletoe, enemies could declare a truce and spouses could end any marital turmoil with a kiss.

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Seasonal Song Becomes Holiday Favourite The song “Winter Wonderland” has become a staple of holiday radio. Much like “Jingle Bells,” “Winter Wonderland” was not intentionally written to become a Christmas carol, but evolved into one over time. The song was published in 1934 by composer Felix Bernard and lyricist Richard B. Smith. Smith resided in the town of Honesdale, Pennsylvania, and was

inspired to write the lyrics of the song after seeing Honesdale Central Park and his own childhood home blanketed in snow. Smith actually wrote the lyrics while being treated in the West Mountain Sanitarium in Scranton, Pennsylvania, for tuberculosis. Many singers have performed the song throughout the years, so much so that it is often a standard song

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YULE LOG \The burning of a yule log has been a Christmas tradition in many European countries for centuries. It is believed to have originated at pagan winter solstice festivals or yule festivals among Germanic people. Eventually it turned into a Christmas tradition -- one where a piece of wood is burned in the hearth, oftentimes overnight until Christmas arrives. Even now, people who have fireplaces in their homes often participate in the yule log tradition. But for the many others who don’t have a fireplace, an enterprising television executive devised a solution back in 1966. Fred M. Thrower, President and CEO of WPIX, Inc., a local television station in New York, was inspired by a commercial showing Santa Claus in front of a roaring fire. He came up with the concept of airing a continuous loop of a yule log burning so that viewers without fireplaces could enjoy the magic of the yule log with seasonal music playing in accompaniment to the mesmerizing flames. The original piece of film was a loop of only 17 seconds of film and individuals could tell it was artificial by its jerky appearance. Eventually the yule log was refilmed. Annual airing of the yule log took place up until the 1990s. But fans of the holiday staple protested and, after 11 years of being off the air, the yule log returned in 2001, a few months after the September11th attacks. Television executives cited that people wanted “comfort food television” and restored the yule log. The yule log is now broadcast through many WPIXaffiliates, and many other stations have done their own yule log broadcasts of different ornate fireplaces throughout North America. Some yule log performances can even be purchased on DVD as a portable yule log while traveling.

In the meadow we can build a snowman, Then pretend that he is Parson Brown He’ll say, “Are you married?” We’ll say, “No man,” But you can do the job While you’re in town.

on artists’ holiday compilations. Some of the better-known and earlier versions were made by The Andrews Sisters and Perry Como. “Winter Wonderland” has evolved into one of those songs that inspires visions of snowy splendor. Original lyrics feature a portion of the song mentioning young lovers being married spontaneously by a traveling “parson,” a Protestant minister. Some thought those lyrics sent the wrong message to children, and another version was written with a circus clown, instead. The song has been sung with either bridge in place and even both in lengthier versions of the tune. For those who want to enjoy their own winter wonderland and sing along with this classic winter carol, here are the lyrics. Winter Wonderland Sleigh bells ring, are you listening, In the lane, snow is glistening A beautiful sight, We’re happy tonight,

Walking in a winter wonderland. Gone away is the bluebird, Here to stay is a new bird. He sings a love song, As we go along, Walking in a winter wonderland.

Later on, we’ll conspire, As we dream by the fire, To face unafraid, The plans that we’ve made, Walking in a winter wonderland. In the meadow we can build a snowman, And pretend that he’s a circus clown We’ll have lots of fun

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with mister snowman, Until the other kiddies knock him down. When it snows, ain’t it thrilling,

Though your nose gets a-chilling. We’ll frolic and play, the Eskimo way, Walking in a winter wonderland.

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Time to occupy the voting booths VICTORIA — The red-headed stepchild of democracy is shivering on the doorstep again. Most won’t open the door. Local government elections are always overshadowed by louder events, and this year is no different. The “occupy” nonsense, the teachers’ strike, the precarious economy and the media’s fixation on them are part of the problem. But let’s face it. Public indifference to local government has left it mainly to self-serving politicians and specialinterest groups. Community newspapers soldier on through the three years between elections to highlight issues and choices, but few people join the debate when it’s time to vote. The recent Union of B.C. Municipalities convention demonstrated this. Local politicians love to tell senior governments what to do. They’d much rather debate smart meters or bad old Ottawa’s RCMP costs than talk about their own performance. Most of the mayors and councillors on

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municipal boundaries, policing is fragmented and administration is duplicated? You won’t hear much about that, unless a lot more voters insist on it. Business groups and community newspapers raise it, and it fades away. Not enough people care. Few challengers and even fewer incumbent politicians

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to these experts on the subject. At the convention, I asked NDP MLA Carole James about this. A veteran of local government, she observed that it would be awkward for local politicians to go back to their communities and campaign against accountability. There is much that is not discussed and it goes beyond technical details like performance auditing. How about amalgamation in places where there are clearly too many

signed the taxpayers’ pledge offered up at local election time by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business. It’s a modest proposal to match spending growth with real growth. Candidates don’t want to talk about the fact that B.C. municipal spending, adjusted for inflation, is now growing almost four times as fast as population growth. Pay and benefits for municipal employees grow much faster than private sector rates. Not enough

people care. The Canadian Union of Public Employees is campaigning against contracted private development of water utilities. They prefer their high-cost monopoly. And outside their special interest support, not enough people care. School board elections have become even more of an insider activity. To take one example, a school trustee candidate forum in Abbotsford last week started with a protest march by 18 teachers. They carried their message inside, demanding smaller classes, more special needs support, the familiar list of demands in their dysfunctional relationship with the provincewide bargaining agent. Of course school trustees have no actual authority over these huge and costly issues. The province took away school board taxing authority long ago, because the teacher and support staff unions have the money and voting numbers

Fiddlers support refugees The Black Swan Fiddlers will play at the Zocalo Café this Thursday to raise funds for the Abo_Nofal family who are waiting to come to the Comox Valley from the Al Hol refugee camp in Northern Syria. The Comox Valley Refugee Support Committee hopes to raise $30,000 to support the family for a year. The Black Swan Fiddlers have been keeping the traditional Celtic music tradition alive and well in the Comox Valley for five

years. The Black Swan Fiddlers are based at the Long and McQuade Music store where they do their rehearsals and where they produced their first CD called the South Wind. Please come to Zocalo Café on Thursday evening to support the Comox Valley Refugee Support Committee. You will hear some classic Celtic music,

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to control low-turnout local elections for their own benefit. Now the unions have to settle for vetting candidates according to their willingness to lobby the B.C. government on behalf of unions. (If anyone has attended a trustee forum that wasn’t taken over by teachers, please e-mail me. I haven’t heard of one for years.) There are still things you can do to compare candidates, and it doesn’t take long to sort through a dozen or two hopefuls. Please, check this paper’s website for recent surveys and stories on the local candidates, and take some time on Saturday to back the people who you think have the best experience, independence and understanding of the community’s needs. Occupy the voting booth. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca.

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Wednesday, Nov. 16 ST. JOSEPH’S Hospital Auxiliary Christmas Sale, Cottage Thrift Store, behind hospital off Rodello St., 10 a.m.–4 p.m. ROYAL Canadian Naval Association meets, Comox Legion, 1 p.m. Guests welcome. FMI: 250-339-5498. HEART Support Group Comox Valley Chapter meeting, Comox Rec Centre, 1855 Noel Ave., 7 p.m. For those with heart procedures & spouses. First responder Norm Potvin has demos on CPR & AED (Automated External Defibrillator). Free; all welcome. FMI: 250-339-5349. MEDITATION Group: Ch’an (Chinese Zen) meets, Room 200, Courtenay Elementary School, McPhee Ave., 7–9 p.m. By donation. FMI: chancommunity.ca. ART OF LIVING in Recovery presents An Evening of Art & Music, showcase of musical, visual & mixed media, The Grotto Bistro, 477–5th St., Courtenay, 7–9 p.m. FMI: Sam at Charlette.Sommers@viha.ca, Laura at Laura. Dunkley@viha.ca. COMOX Legion Ladies Auxiliary general meeting, 7:30 p.m. FMI: 250-897-3910.

Thursday, Nov. 17 ST. JOSEPH’S Hospital Auxiliary Christmas Sale, Cottage Thrift Store, behind hospital off Rodello St., 10 a.m.–4 p.m. COMOX Legion Ladies Auxiliary Soup & Sandwich lunch, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Lunch $7, individual items $2.50. Public welcome. FMI: 250-8973910. COMOX Legion Branch 160 election & general meeting, 7:30 p.m. FMI: 250-897-3910. MEDITATION Group: Ch’an (Chinese Zen) meets, Room 200, Courtenay Elementary School, McPhee Ave., 7–9 p.m. By donation. FMI: chancommunity.ca. C.V. WRITERS’ Society meets, Valley View Elementary School, 7 p.m. Friesens Printing rep. speaks on manuscript preparation & other publishing concerns of writers. All welcome. FMI: 250338-0965.

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C.V. NEWCOMERS Women’s Walking Group (for those living in Comox Valley less than 2 years) meets for Tsolum River walk; meet at Home Depot recycling area, 8:50 a.m. Carpool. FMI: Brenda 250-8713680, Bonnie 250-941-3836, Glayne 250-339-0036, www. cvnewcomers.net. ST. JOSEPH’S Hospital Auxiliary Christmas Sale, Cottage Thrift Store, behind hospital off Rodello St., 10 a.m.–4 p.m. CUMBERLAND Community Forest Society’s fall trivia event, Cumberland Cultural Centre, doors 6:30, game 7 p.m. sharp. $10/person. Nohost bar, treats, door prizes. Pre-register team of 8 at info@cumberlandforest.com. KIWANIS Christmas Junktique, St. George’s Church Hall, evening. Collectibles, new items & lots of usual merchandise.

EVERGREEN Seniors Club Friday Night Dance with music by Amigos, Rotary Hall, Florence Filberg Centre, 8 p.m. FMI: 250-338-1000.

Saturday, Nov. 19 C.V. FARMERS’ Market with entertainment by Luke Guthrie, Native Sons Hall, Courtenay, 9 a.m.–noon. FMI: Vickey 250-218-0321, www.comoxvalleyfarmersmarket.com. KIWANIS Christmas Junktique, St. George’s Church Hall, morning. Collectibles, new items & lots of usual merchandise. ST. JOSEPH’S Hospital Auxiliary Christmas Sale, Cottage Thrift Store, behind hospital off Rodello St., 10 a.m.–1 p.m. ST. PETER’S Anglican Church ACW Fall/Christmas Bazaar, 218 Church St., Comox, 10 a.m.–noon. Baking, gourmet items, crafts, handcrafted knits & textiles. COURTENAY Legion Ladies Auxiliary Bazaar & Luncheon, Upper Hall (ramp at rear), 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Home-baking, crafts & more. COURTENAY Star Charitable Society Soup/Sandwich Luncheon & Bazaar, Comox Legion, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. FMI: 250-338-0940. KITTY CAT P.A.L. Society Adopt-A-Pal, Woofy’s, Ryan Rd. near Superstore, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FMI: www.kittycatpals.com. LAUGHTER Yoga, Zen Zero, 470B 5th St. (corner 5th & England), 1:30–2:30 p.m. Adults all ages (men & women) welcome. Drop-in by donation. No experience required. Wear comfortable clothes. FMI: 250339-2195, 250-339-2687. FREE TALK: Eating Alive – Curing the Incurable, by Dr. John Matsen, ND, Northgate Foursquare Church, 1640 Burgess Rd., Courtenay, 2–4 p.m. Learn how unbalanced diet, poor digestion & overloaded liver can be cause of virtually all chronic health problems. FMI: Georgia 250338-5995. L’ARCHE Comox Valley presents fun night of ’50s & ’60s music with Flashback Freddy, Komoks Band Hall, Comox Road, doors 6:30 p.m. Tickets $20. FMI: L’Arche Comox Valley, 1744 England Ave., Courtenay, 250-334-8320. OCEAN Waves Square Dance Club with callers Fran & Roger Archambault & cuers Lorna & Carmen Corbet, Florence Filberg Centre, 7:30–10 p.m. FMI: Cathy/Guy 250-338-7942.

Sunday, Nov. 20 C.V. YOUNG Naturalists Club’s guided walk through MacDonald Wood Park with naturalist Frank Hovenden, morning. For 5-14-year-olds with adult. FMI: www.ync.ca, Lisa YNCComox@ gmail.com. KITTY CAT P.A.L. Society AdoptA-Pal, Woofy’s, 2400 Cliffe Ave., 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FMI: www.kittycatpals.com. DAWN TO DAWN Action on Homelessness open house hosted by Shamrock Veterinary, 1896 Guthrie Rd., Comox, 1–4 p.m. Featured exhibit of fabric art panels from Making it Home series, door prizes, raffle, silent auction. All welcome. RAINBOW Youth Theatre AGM, 107–555 4th St., Courtenay, 2 p.m. COMOX Seniors Centre presents Irek & Zofia Paykart at beginner Pasodoble dance, d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Ave. Preregistration: $8/members, $10/guests. FMI/registration: Arabella 250-941-8885. EARTHSAVE vegan dineout hosted by Thai Village restaurant, 2104 Cliffe Ave., 5:30 p.m. $20/person. By reservation only; call Bob 250338-0751.

Tuesday, Nov. 22 C.V. WOOD CARVERS meet every Tuesday for a day of carving, Royston Community Hall, 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m. No experience necessary. FMI: Al 250-331-0156, Jim 250339-5350.

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Homework for candidates Elections are a great opportunity to explore fresh ideas about the way we’re going to move forward over the next few years. But as voters listen, they should keep three questions in mind: Do candidates truly understand the issues of the community? Do challengers have ideas to follow criticism, and are those ideas affordable)? What are the consequences of the change being promoted? The first one seems obvious. Except that in every election – federal, provincial and municipal – there are candidates who run on a single issue, although the jobs of elected officials involve myriad tasks and problems. So here’s a suggestion for candidates: Don’t just tell us what you’re against. Tell us what you are also for, and how you’re going to achieve it. Tell us what it’s going to cost and how it will be paid for. In other words, do your homework. Do candidates also understand the limits of the office they’re seeking? Municipal governments and school boards are creatures of provincial legislation. Their powers are clearly defined. And although those powers continue to evolve, they remain limited. Vision and ideals are important, but they need to be grounded in reality. Which brings us to the third question: Are they practical? Candidates could promise to cut our tax burden in half, hire twice the number of police officers and firefighters, or cut the budgets of other departments. But they need to demonstrate the implications of these suggestions. A freeze on spending might mean reduced services (or the need for alternative sources of revenue) because of factors like inflation. Being a politician might appear easy – until you become one.

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Record Question of the Week This week: Fifty-five per cent of respondents so far say they are closer to deciding who to vote for Nov. 19 than when campaigning began. Besides advance polling, you can warm up for balloting Saturday by visiting www. comoxvalleyrecord.com and voting in the Poll. Fire Firefighters did a great job of responding quickly to a fire early Sunday morning at the Old House Restaurant — and ensuring that damage was limited.

There’s been no action yet about whoever killed three deer in Comox recently. But a reward has been posted and the culprit(s) shouldn’t sleep too soundly.

Presley pulling no punches Dear editor, I am not running in the November election but have been asked numerous time who would I recommend deserves your vote. I would first say that any of the candidates that are running deserve a pat on the back just for stepping up. For councillors, I would urge you to vote for Starr Winchester and Jon Ambler. They are both experienced and are supportive of business and controlling costs. I would strongly urge you not to vote for Ronna-Rae Leonard, Doug Hillian, and Norm Reynolds who in my opinion do not understand the importance of the business community or make any attempt to support businesses and the jobs they create. I am not commenting on their character, just their suitability to govern. Governments should be run as efficiently as most business and not cover up inefficiencies by increasing property taxes! Businesses who can’t control their spending year after year go broke; politicians who can’t control their spending should not be re-elected. There are too many other good candidates out there to choose from for the final four in Courtenay, so go ahead and see how the

other candidates feel about controlling costs and supporting the business community. I really like what I have seen so far of some of the new candidates such as David Smith, Marcus Felgenhauer, Jean Rowe and Bill Anglin. Who to support for mayor — this has caused me much anxiety as both Larry and Greg are my friends, or at least were my friends. I originally told them that I would not support one over the other but this election is too important for Courtenay for me to be neutral. Greg has experience, worked hard as the mayor, understood the importance of business in nurturing a sustainable community and for the most part supported business. My only major disagreement with him was the refusal to relook at the homeless shelter site on Cliffe Avenue. Contrary to some comments that have been made by others I do not consider Greg as a supporter of the left but in fact a supporter of the business right but with a social conscience! Larry and I usually agreed on most items and if he was running again for councillor he would have my complete support. My concern with Larry as a pos-

sible mayor is that he is not a team leader or a team player. Case in point is the support he is now giving the Maple Pool owners contrary to an ongoing legal action taken by the City. In my opinion, an incumbent candidate who originally supported the legal action should not be seen to be involved on one side or the other. Regardless of your opinion on the City’s decision, once you start a legal action you support the team’s action unless new information comes forward that requires the team to reconsider their decision. On this particular issue, the only new information was the confirmation from engineers that indeed there is an increasing flood risk to the Maple Pool campsite. Please consider my comments as only an attempt at giving you the voter some of my personal observations. I also want to thank you for supporting me in the previous five elections — it was a real honour! J. Murray Presley, Courtenay Editor’s note: Murray Presley is not running for re-election as a Courtenay councillor.

Phelps calling for clear thinking Dear editor, The silly season is upon us: municipal elections. When else can asking questions be considered an attack? And being called left or right — an allegation? I know because I have been called both! I believe that municipal councils must represent all members of the community and as such, give opportunity for a cross-

section of its members’ views and ideas. Fear of differences creates polarization and anger gets in the way of clear thinking. “Party lines” actually contain more rhetoric than substance or vision. During my many years in the local media it used to jokingly be said, “If you don’t see news — make some up; or never let the facts get in the way of a good story.”

It is your responsibility as a voter to make sure you get the facts. As you get set to vote this Saturday, think about who has the skills and abilities to move us forward with balance. It doesn’t matter what end of the boat the hole is in, as we’re all in Greg Phelps, this together. Courtenay Editor’s note: Greg Phelps is a candidate for mayor of Courtenay.

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He’s just one of ‘those guys’ Dear editor, Mayor Phelps recently asked: “Who are these guys?” This was in reference to a group calling themselves Comox Valley Common Sense. I would like to answer his question. I consider myself a member of this loosely formed group and I am one of those “guys.” We do not subscribe to any special-interest agenda nor are we funded by any special-interest group. We are taxpaying voters in the community and our bond is our desire to see common sense restored to City Hall. The website expressing our views is www.votecommonsense.org. My own concerns which are among those shared by

the group include the following: • The lack of common sense in not only projecting $2 million in taxpayer dollars to build a shelter for a very limited number of people in need, but projecting an additional $1 million a year in taxpayer-paid operating costs for a net increase of 10 more beds than is currently available in the community. • The lack of common sense in attempting to force the residents of Maple Pool out of their low-cost housing by trumping up a floodplain issue. In fact many other occupants are allowed to remain on the same flood plain. • The lack of common sense displayed by Mayor

Dear editor, Your Nov. 9 edition contained letters from those who advocate “reining in spending.” I note that Mr. Presley’s letter has a footnote: He served 15 years on Courtenay Council, so he must have voted on 15 budgets. Murray, I will bet you a dinner at Applebee’s that you didn’t vote “no” 15 times. Another letter on “reining in spending” talks about “fiscal responsibility” as if it is a revelation. This is nothing new: the public record and a variety of professional auditors have consistently given the City of Courtenay top marks for council’s fiscal responsibility. As I currently serve on council, I can confirm that the two verbs “tax and spend” is actually how it all works. The citizens pay taxes and their elected council spends them on the five core areas that are the assigned responsibility of local governments. All of this is fully constrained by law and very professionally managed by City staff. It’s a simple equation: Reduced spending equals reduced services. So, other than offer-

Phelps when on Oct. 17 he went to speak with the “Courtenay Occupiers” who in their words have set up a “permanent camp” on public property in the heart of our city. Instead of counselling them to remove their tents and vestiges of permanent encampment, he offered encouragement and support; thereby strengthening their already-volatile sense of entitlement. A mayor who possessed common sense would respect the right to protest and assemble as guaranteed in our constitution, but he would not permit them to set up a “permanent camp” on W. Hunter, public property. Courtenay

Scream on, Common Sensers! Dear editor, Judging by the shrill responses of “Common Sense” (CS) group supporters, it looks like Wayne Bradley’s et al letters to the editor have definitely struck a nerve. I suppose a forceful offence is the best defence: Anyone who might disagree with the big-money boys and girls of the CV will be vigorously shouted down. How dare those dastardly “left wingers” expose those who dominate the current political landscape? How dare they question,

put forth new ideas and have dissenting opinions? Don’t those lefties know that it’s not enough to have a Conservative MP and a Liberal MLA working to slavishly serve the interests of a privileged business community but that all of the political power on municipal councils must also be appropriated by those who “own” the Valley? Then again, once we look at the lengthy track record of these extremist big-money interests, we can see a trail of low-wage jobs, stagnating/ decreasing incomes, length-

ening lines at food banks and environmental degradation. The local CS group is just a small-town, small-time variant of an elite business ruling class that feels entitled to substantially increase its wealth (and political power) by passing on the costs to a shrinking middle class and by sacrificing the poor on the altar of unfettered capitalism. So scream on, Common Sensers! It’s the best way to distract the populace from your appalling record. B. Evans, Courtenay

Shame on you, Mayor Fred Bates Dear editor, What is going on? I read this article with growing disbelief! The article opens: “Questions have been raised about the credentials...” No source, nothing to substantiate the statement. This is hearsay being presented as news. Then it’s not credentials but the selection process that is presented as the issue by Mayor Fred Bates. Mayor Bates’ written proposal to council on the Sept. 12 agenda did not include himself and two councillors! It said “...three councillors...” I was at the that

meeting when the selection process was decided — yes decided with a motion “That Council appoint Councillor Sproule, Councillor Baird and Councillor Greening to the committee for providing the recommendation to Council for the hiring of the new CAO.” In favour: Baird, Sproule, Greening; Opposed: Bates, Moncrief. Carried. Prior to making this motion, Coun. Baird had suggested that all of council be involved (rather the three councillors Mayor Bates had recommended in his report “CAO Selection Process”), Coun.

Sproule said that she would be willing to sit on the committee, Coun. Moncrief said that he would not be involved as he wouldn’t be around anyway, and Coun. Greening said that she would be involved so supported Mayor Bates’ recommendation of three councillors. Coun. Baird excluded the other recommendations that a human resources person and a retired CAO be involved, stating that she felt confident that the committee could handle the process. She then made the above motion.

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Shame on you, Mayor Bates. You have stated emphatically in public meetings that once a motion is passed you expected all of council to support the decision whether they personally voted in favour or against the motion. Your opinion that two consultants should be included was just that- your opinion. Council chose not to follow that suggestion. It is you who are making a mockery of the democratic process with your sour grapesfueled diatribe against your own council. Grace Doherty, Cumberland

ing vague criticism, why don’t the “rein in spending” candidates actually tell the voting public which core services they would cut if elected. Less policemen? Less fire protection? Less water and sewer service? Less paved roads? Less traffic lights? Less recreation programs? Less garbage pickup? Come on candidates, don’t be afraid: look at Courtenay’s budget and tell the voters what services you will cut if you get elected. I worry about people who know the price

of everything and the value of nothing, as they seem eager to throw Courtenay citizens’ quality of life onto the altar of their non-specific, electiontime “Let’s rein in spending” dogma. For me, I commit to maintaining the course: funding the core services, keeping taxes down, careful adjustments to the commercial multiplier and continuing to bring new business to Courtenay. Now that’s real fiscal responsibility! Jon Ambler, Courtenay

Balance important Dear editor, Some people have asked why my response to the Common Sense group is not posted on their website. Quite simply, I missed their deadline, and extend my regrets to those inconvenienced by being unable to find my answers. If anyone wishes to see how I responded, the survey is posted at www.doughillian.ca. Some have tried to cast this election as a left/right contest of sorts. Like most candidates, I have political

beliefs and convictions that I’m pleased to discuss with anyone interested, but I reject such simplistic analysis and reiterate what I stated at the allcandidate forum. It is important that we elect a balanced council that represents the diversity of viewpoints among our citizens, and that we then work across our differences to provide the best governance for all. Doug Hillian, Courtenay Editor’s note: Doug Hillian is running for a seat on Courtenay council.

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He’ll vote for any meter foes Dear editor, In your front-page article Nov. 9, Mayor Ives states that “our volunteer water meter program is a $1.5million dollar project ... and we’ve been able to meter 1,400 homes — 30 per cent of the town.” This statement is completely misleading. I have a water meter and I absolutely did not volunteer to have the town of Comox spend its tax dollars putting one in my yard. The mayor’s statement makes it appear as though the 30

Put your signs up with care Dear editor, I had to laugh at the letter in last week’s paper regarding signs on public property. The letter complained that certain councillors (Patti Fletcher, Marcia Turner, Hugh MacKinnon) and the mayor (Paul Ives) have been placing their signs on public property after trying to enact a bylaw, which would have prevented placing signs on public lands. As a property owner at the corner of Pritchard and Comox Avenue and a supporter of Ms. Fletcher, I can safely say that Patti Fletcher has been very careful to only put her signs on private property. The flower garden at the base of our driveway, (owned by the public), is inundated with signs all sticking into the underground sprinkler system and none of the signs belong to the councillors already mentioned. Check it out for yourself. I would also like to take the opportunity to thank Couns. Patti Fletcher, Marcia Turner, Hugh MacKinnon, Russ Arnott and Mayor Paul Ives for their hard work and dedication. They are committed to consensus building and teamwork and their positive approach at the council table is commendable. Judy Wilson, Comox

per cent jumped on the bandwagon with him. Had I been able to “volunteer” for one, I certainly would not have. The water meter program is only volunteer should you choose to use it, and that is after it has been installed in your yard. Can I have a guarantee that this will remain voluntary? (I’m thinking not.) What a complete waste of money for anyone that chooses not to sign onto the program. Perhaps a better way of instituting them for the newer subdivisions would have been to ask volunteers to step forward and one would be provided to them. I am quite certain the Town would not have been able to find enough volunteers to spend/waste the $1.4 million that they man-

aged to. Courtenay’s Mayor Phelps should be congratulated on his common sense approach with regard to metering. I am very relieved that Mr. Poole has chosen to run for mayor. He and people running for councillors positions that are opposed to water

meters have my vote. If you are not sure who is for or opposed to them, take a moment and phone or e-mail them for yourself. Let’s put our money where it’s needed — into revitalizing our town and improving the waterfront. C. Van Berkel, Comox

What re-election? Dear editor, I was greatly surprised to see Starr Winchester’s signs. They state, Re-elect Starr Winchester. I found this a little confusing. Ms. Winchester did not run in the past municipal election, and is not currently a member of council, so how can Laurel Hodgins, we be re-electing her? Courtenay

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Please don’t let Comox be bedroom community Dear editor, In 2004, having lost my husband suddenly two years earlier, I decided to downsize and move to Comox. Living in Royston for 14 years, we thought Comox seemed a perfect place to spend one’s retirement years. Comox had a mall with a grocery store, hair salon, dress shops, and restaurant, with a

seniors’ centre, library and other services nearby, not to mention the Pier, Filberg Park and lovely beaches. I don’t drive, so I chose a condo a couple of blocks from downtown. However, in the next few years in the mall a bulk supermarket replaced the grocery store and several businesses, finding the rents too high, moved out.

In the seven years since I moved here, the mall has become half empty, the library has moved to a location down the hill. For a senior, getting to it or the seniors’ centre in winter can involve a difficult walk. A bulk food store is not the best option for servicing older couples or single people downtown. We could definitely use a hardware

store, shoe store, and other services which existed in the past. With even our landmark hotels gone, the town seems to have lost its identity. Courtenay puts out an About Town supplement, telling about all their retail stores, services, etc. Those of us who make our homes in Comox don’t want to see our downtown

services disappear and have the town become a bedroom community for Courtenay. Comox has always had a charming “little village by the sea” quality, which was unique. Other communities on Vancouver Island have recognized and appreciated unique features of their towns and taken

steps to maintain them. Can our mayor and council not try to put some incentives in place to maintain our town’s character and still attract the people and businesses that care about this? I would be interested in hearing whether other residents care about these things

and also in having the Town council address these issues and tell the taxpayers what is being done. C. Bell, Comox Editor’s note: as well as publishing About Town, the Comox Valley Record distributes its Comox counterpart, Comox by the Sea, twice each year.

Comox incumbents deserve votes Dear editor, As voters, the upcoming municipal elections provide us with an opportunity to reward the actions and behaviours of those elected officials who have earned our respect and trust. Those who have shown the abilities to listen and learn, be open and honest, negotiate in good faith, and

treat the democratic process and its participants with respect, should be rewarded by our support. Patti Fletcher, Russ Arnott, Marcia Turner, Hugh MacKinnon and Paul Ives have all demonstrated these qualities. They have brought attitudes of co-operation and civility to the council table that go a long way to

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right to vote in this upcoming election for councillors with the welfare of Comox in mind. Greg MacDonald, Comox

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MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS COMOX VALLEY RECORD ♦ WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2011 Every three years, Comox Valley residents go to the polls to elect mayors, councillors, school trustees, regional district area directors and Islands Trust representatives for Denman and Hornby islands.

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The 2011 municipal elections are upon us this week. Although you might have already voted in advance or mail-in balloting, most people will enter a polling booth this Saturday. See the bottom of this page for voting information and pore over this and the next few pages for statements from candidates.

COMOX MAYOR Paul Ives I am running for re-election to mayor of Comox to ensure that we continue to work toward achieving council-approved strategic planning objectives (see http://comox.ca/council/ strategic-plan). I am proud of what has been accomplished by council and staff over the last three years but much more work remains to be done to make Comox the best place to live, work and play.

Bernie Poole I am asking for your support for mayor of Comox on Nov. 19. I understand that there is only one taxpayer and that in these times we must be extra vigilant as we manage your tax dollars. The mayor and council must listen to the voters, and I don’t mean just at polling time. I served

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We have ing debt low and improved our property tax growth manand utility rate agement plan increases at or under a new below the rate of Official Cominflation. munity Plan and Looking forRegional Growth ward, the Town Strategy; we will require have embraced consensus-based PAUL IVES sustainability leadership where principles in carrying consultation, collaboraout infrastructure works tion and partnership are such as our new bike essential elements of lanes on Comox Avenue success. and Guthrie Road; and, Paul Ives (www.pauwe have managed our livesformayor.com). finances in a fiscally responsible way by keep-

for 32 years in continue to enjoy the RCAF/CF living in this very as a navigator; special place we and much of it call home. here in Comox. As your mayor I Anne and I have promise to work raised our family hard and provide here and have an effective voice come to know that is responsive BERNIE POOLE to the wishes of the community and understand the majority. very well the challenges For more informathat I will face along tion, find me at www. with council as we work pooleformayor.ca and on to ensure that we all Facebook.

Anyone who pays taxes, directly through property and business levies or indirectly through that portion of rent a landlord must pay, should be entitled to a level of consideration by the local government you are financially partnered with. That spirit of partnership has been sorely lacking and sometimes borders on the dismis-

Larry Jangula I stand for: • a return to fiscal responsibility not wasting taxpayer’s money; • a return to transparent and responsible government, seeking open and frank discussion; • a return to including the taxpayer in major financial decisions; that means involving the taxpayer in large City expenditures; Why should you vote

Greg Phelps I offer progressive leadership! Courtenay has improved in the past three years. The Cliffe Avenue project came in on budget. The Native Sons Hall was completed under budget. We have hired more police officers and increased support of arts and culture with funds from gaming revenues. The purple ribbon campaign brought attention to the serious

sive. We must and protecting address the need our many assets: to integrate economic, envimore of our serronmental, and vices to a greatsocial. er extent. Those On Nov. 19, if services and the you are not satiscosts that go fied with the staalong with them tus quo and want BILL BATE will grow. The open, accessible repeated focus local government on our divisions has left where creative approachus wanting; the time es are being undertaken to build on our connecto meet the challenges tions is now. We must do we inevitably will face, a better job of growing vote Bill Bate for mayor. for me? • While on • I am fully council, I have qualified. Havtaken a leadering served nine ship role on years on Courmany issues, tenay council, not the least of I have a backwhich was chalground in police lenging the need work and small to install costly LARRY JANGULA water meters. business, and have dedicated a • I have the large amount of my persincere desire to represonal time with various sent all of our communicommunity groups and ty, not just a chosen few. associations dedicated to www.jangulaformayor. making our city a better ca place to live for everyone. issue of domestic ongoing developviolence. The ment of green mayor’s “open spaces, trailways door” has been a and parks. The huge success. community is Major invesalso addressing tors have come homelessness and to our commuaffordable housnity. This means ing. GREG PHELPS more jobs! It Let’s keep up also means a the momentum larger commercial tax with leadership skills base which helps keep and a philosophy that residential taxes down. values diverse opinions, The Regional Growth ideas and collaboration. Strategy is securing our Vote Phelps for mayor. future. There is new and www.gregphelps.ca.

THINKING OF VOTING? HERE’S THE INFORMATION YOU NEED Getting registered Before you can vote in a municipal election, you must be registered to vote. If you are not on the list of registered electors, you may register at the time of voting by completing the required application form available at the voting place. To register to vote you must meet all of the following qualifications: • 18 years of age or older on general voting day; • a Canadian citizen; • a resident of B.C. for at least six months immediately preceding the day of registration; • a resident of, or registered owner of, real property in the jurisdiction where you wish to vote for at least 30 days immedi-

ately preceding the day of registration; • not otherwise disqualified by law from voting. • In addition, a non-resident property elector must not be entitled to register as a resident elector. Resident electors will be required to produce two pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The two documents in combination must prove both identity and residency. Non-resident property electors must produce two pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity and must also produce proof of ownership in relation to the property in the way of a State of Title

Certificate or a Property Tax Notice. Also note that: • A person may only register as a non-resident property owner in relation to one parcel of real property in the jurisdiction. • If more than one individual is a registered owner of the real property, then only one of those individuals is entitled to vote, with the written consent of a majority of registered owners that are on the title including the person requesting registration. • If a corporation is on title with other individuals or if an individual on title is holding the property in trust for a corporation or another trust, then none of the individuals are eligible to be registered as non-resident property electors.

Advance and special voting Voting will be open to qualified electors of the Town of Comox from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Comox Recreation Centre at 1855 Noel Ave. on Wednesday, Nov. 16. Advance voting opportunities will be provided at City Hall at 830 Cliffe Ave. in Courtenay from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 16. Special Voting will be held Wednesday, Nov. 16 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Cumberland Health Care Centre at 2696 Windermere Ave. This opportunity is for patients and residents of the care centre only.

General voting Ballots may be cast Saturday, Nov. 19 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. in Comox at the Comox Community Centre at 1855 Noel Ave. on Wednesday, Nov. 16. In Courtenay, votes can be cast during the same hours in the conference hall of the Florence Filberg Centre at 411 Anderton Ave. and Mark. R. Isfeld Secondary School at 1551 Lerwick Rd. in Courtenay. In Cumberland, ballots may be cast from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the OAP Hall on the lower floor of the Cumberland Cultural Centre at 2674 Dunsmuir Ave.

ELECTION

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COMOX-COUNCIL

RUSS ARNOTT I’m Russ Arnott and I am seeking your support for re-election to Comox council. The past three years I have moved along our vision of a waterfront walkway and the enhancement of our marina park area with a few small permanent shops. This vision takes time and perseverance. I have worked hard to advocate for it and need your support to continue the project. I am concerned about where our downtown core is heading. We need to provide incentives to bring back the smaller, unique shops that would fit into our downtown area — I, too, have advocated for this. I would like to continue to be your voice as I did when the regional district threatened to ban beach fires at Goose Spit (Save Our Spit rally). I want to continue to represent you in a fair, transparent and honest manner; but I need your support on Nov. 19. FMI: www.russarnott. com.

TERRY CHESTER Throughout my 42-year military career I always took a balanced approach to debate and decision-

making because a “centrist” view allows for reasoned argument, so as to reach consensus. Comox council has not functioned well lately — we owe the citizens of Comox a council that decides and acts on behalf of the entire town, not just a vocal minority. Comox council has also lacked a clear voice for the seniors and veterans in our community for some time; I wish to rectify that. Many seniors have already expressed to me their concerns with the uncertain economy that we hold the line on development. I bring energy, enthusiasm, broad governance experience and critical mediation and negotiation skills, earned during actual peacekeeping missions, to the council table. I look forward to tackling the problems that confront our community. I intend to be a full-time councillor who listens, learns, discusses, decides and then acts.

DON DAVIS I was born and raised in Alberta and joined the RCAF in 1966, serving on a number of bases. I retired to Comox in 1990. In 1992, I was selected to the Advisory Design Panel, becoming councillor in 1999. I served on the harbour commission, heritage committee, Community Justice Society, economic development, Vancouver Island Regional Library (human resources chair), Chamber of Commerce and sewer commission. I listened to feedback from the people of the town, and acted on their behalf.

Infrastructure, roads and sewers need to be upgraded to serve our growing population. My priorities are for better inter-community co-operation, First Nations and affordable housing. A top priority would be to reconnect with the community and try to encourage more community involvement. I am in favour of a dog park. My proudest accomplishment was to make the motion that led to the construction of a new library.

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Environmental Issues? Local government decisions have a big impact on the health of our environment. One of the purposes of local governments is to “foster current and future environmental well-being of the community.” (BC Local Government Act) Six major issues with environmental implications for local government decision-making were posed to candidates. The candidates’ responses are posted on the Comox Valley Conservation Strategy website. The topics and questions are:

I. Land Use: Loss of natural areas What will you do to stop and reverse the continuing loss and fragmentation of natural areas?

II. Climate Change: Reducing local GHG emissions What will you do to reduce GHG emissions and meet the targets set out in the Comox Valley Sustainability Strategy?

PATTI FLETCHER It has been a privilege to represent Comox citizens on council for the past nine years. My council experience, combined with a 27-year career with the Comox Recreation Commission, and 23 years as a Comox business owner presents me with a well-balanced, well-rounded sense of our town. My platform is simple: I care about Comox. I believe council must consider and balance the short-term and long-term financial, environmental and social impact of every decision made. In doing so I believe that we can ensure the Comox quality of life we have is improved and sustained for all citizens, for today and tomorrow. Listening to all views and opinions is a must for elected officials. I believe special-interest groups are special. I promise that I will stand on my own two feet, listen with both ears and speak with one voice for you, the citizens of Comox.

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III. Transportation: Creating alternatives to automobile use What will you do to reduce automobile use and develop a system of walking and cycling routes in the Comox Valley?

IV. Infrastructure: Reducing economic & environmental unstainable infrastructure costs What is the total cost of unfunded infrastructure liability in your jurisdiction and how will you address this problem?

V. Accountability: Lack of accuntability to achieve Sustainability and Regional Growth Strategy goals. What will you do to ensure the Regional Growth Strategy and Sustainability Strategy have eﬀective monitoring in place to measure how well they are implemented?

VI. Natural Systems: Maintaining the healthy functioning of watersheds, land & marine ecosystems How will you work to ensure that local government land use decisions are based on an understanding of the value of natural systems and how they can be protected?

To view questionnaire information and your local candidates’ responses go to:

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Vote DON DAVIS on November 19th Any issues or question PLEASE PHONE (H) 250 250-339-0505 339 0505 or (C) 250 250-702-2876 702 2876 or d dondaviscampaign@shaw.ca d i i @ h

The Comox Valley Conservation Strategy Community Partnership is made up of 18 local environmental and resident groups who are working together to promote and implement conservation of local ecological areas.

ELECTION

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COMOX-COUNCIL

KEN GRANT I am running for a third term on Comox council. There are more challenging financial times ahead and I believe it is important that we manage your money wisely. I have introduced zero-based budgeting, life cycle planning and cost-benefit analysis to the budget process. These concepts will maintain a strong and stable future for the finances of our town. With the new official community plan and the regional growth strategy in place, Comox will remain a beautiful place to live. As the Town representative for the downtown business association, we are working on a 20-year vision for the town core. This will be the start of revitalizing our main street. We must keep our taxes affordable and be accountable when spending your tax dollars. I will work hard to maintain a solid financial future and keep Comox a wonderful place to live.

TOM GRANT Tom Grant is a founding member of Dawn to Dawn: Action on Homelessness Society and has served on the board since inception in 2007.

He is a successful businessman with over 25 years experience in the retail and construction industry. He has served for nine years as a Comox Town councillor. Tom devotes much of his time to Comox as a councillor, the D2D Residential Program as a facilitator and the Care-a-Van program as a driver. In his spare time, Tom is the past president of Comox Rotary, plays oldtimer hockey and enjoys golf. Tom is passionate about the Town of Comox and truly enjoys working on behalf of the citizens. Comox residents often call Tom with their issues, knowing that he is competent, capable and will take the time to follow through. He is available to listen, discuss issues and is a strong voice of good sense.

DAN JACKSON I am part of a demographic — being a 31-yearold professional — that is not currently present on council. Council needs someone from a younger generation who has different perspectives and ideas. While door knocking, I heard that you want change. I may be young, but I do not come without experience and wisdom. If elected, I will not come into office with an agenda to change everything that is in place. I will listen. I will ask questions and after proper reflection, I will make decisions that are in the best interests of our community. A councillor should not make knee-jerk reactions in order to deal with a particular complaint or maintain their popularity amongst voters. Elected representatives

are charged with making decisions that will positively affect the community. Councils are elected by taxpayers and if chosen, I will always remember that I represent you, the citizens of Comox.

regional board. With a masters degree in town planning, I worked as a planner before raising a family. Now I’m starting a home-based business, and caring for my father who is an army war veteran. Comox is a very livable community with a healthy environment. For years I’ve worked to protect Comox’s special places including Macdonald Wood and most

BARBARA PRICE

of the Comox Northeast Woods. As an active volunteer, I’ve served on many committees and recently spearheaded the move of the Pearl Ellis Gallery and museum to their new storefront location. Working together, I know we can have a safe, affordable and vibrant Comox; protect our waterfront and green space, and keep our taxes down.

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HUGH MACKINNON I have been honoured to be able to donate to the Crossley childrens’ trust fund. I have tried to be a moderate voice on council. I have weighed each issue carefully, doing my homework, listening to Comox residents, Town staff, fellow councillors and mayor, making a decision for the present and future and with both my head and my heart. For youth, I initiated the new Comox Youth Achievment and Community Service Awards. For seniors, I supported zero-based budgeting and was happy to hear that many Comox residents paid less taxes this year. I support planned growth with environmental checks as reflected in our completed Official Community Plan. I have not put up campaign signs on public greenspace. Finally, I believe Comox council needs to explore visions for Comox by the Sea leading to better economic sustainability. Other towns like Chemainus and Sidney have done it. I say why not Comox, too?

BARBARA PRICE I’m running for council because I know I can make a difference. I’ve a track record as a team player with integrity and 15 years experience as a local politician, both on Comox council and the Comox Valley

HUGH MACKINNON

for COMOX COUNCIL November 19th, 2011 INTEGRITY CONTINUED NEW PERSPECTIVE COMMUNITY MINDED FISCALLY RESPONSIBLE ECOLOGICALLY SOUND PLANNED GROWTH VOICE FOR YOUTH VISION FOR ‘COMOX BY THE SEA’

“I appreciate Barbara Price’s commitment to saving green space. I’ve known Barbara for more than 20 years as an elected representative and volunteer. Barbara has demonstrated her ability to bring people together to ﬁnd positive solutions. Barbara Price has my vote and I trust, yours.” Former Comox Councillor Alice Bullen who while in oﬃce saved the Filberg Lodge and Park for all of us to enjoy

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Lifetime Comox resident and local businessman Dave Procter is asking for your support on Nov. 19 for a position on Comox council. My top priority is to be fiscally responsible and 100 per cent accountable. With your support I’d like to start introducing some creative ideas for supporting business and the arts in our community and eliminate the water meter program. I’ve watched the town of Comox grow but recently I’ve been unhappy with the progress made and now I feel it’s time for a change and some fresh thinking on council. In 2007 I cycled coast to coast for cancer, raising $40,000 for breast cancer research. This was a lifechanging event for me and I realized if you set your mind to make a change anything is possible. Please remember my pledge to you “How can I serve you?” and on Nov. 19, vote for Dave Procter.

I am a newcomer to politics but a longtime resident of the Comox Valley and I am seeking a seat for the municipal council in Comox. I retired from a 28-year career in teaching in 2006 and since that time I have served on the board of the Comox Valley Hospice Society. In my role as chair, I believe that I have firmly established my reputation for thoughtful consideration of competing views and interests and for making principled decisions. I believe that those are important qualities to bring to municipal government. During these stressful economic times, municipalities need to set priorities that reflect our needs rather than our wants and that our local government should be an efficient provider of services and a facilitator for planned development. I have a steep learning curve but I welcome the challenge and look forward to the opportunity to serve the community at the council table.

Thank you for allowing me to serve as your Comox councillor this past term. Local government is exciting because municipalities are bringing forward so many creative and innovative initiatives. We are close to the people we serve and have greater opportunities to engage with our citizens. We receive less than most other developed nations in transfer payments from our federal and provincial governments. We must ensure that a greater share of tax revenues are returned to our communities for infrastructure renewal. I am committed to sustainable development and Smart Growth principals. Comox needs more affordable housing options to meet the needs of our entire community. It is imperative that our downtown core becomes a more vibrant and active place for our business community to thrive. Continuing with walkway and pathway development and ensuring connectivity is important for the overall health of our community. Working together, we can find the solutions to the challenges we face.

It’s election time and the populace are divided: Half the citizens want council to “take action” and “show leadership,” while the other half wants them to “rein in spending” and “ease taxes.” The truth is neither of those opposing positions is right all the time, nor wrong all the time. Rather, each issue needs to be carefully considered and either supported because we need it, or discarded because we don’t. Decisions on these matters are complex, so councillors need to be good decision-makers. I am a proven effective decision-maker. My education in history/ political science gives me a solid foundation. As an Air Force officer for 30 years, almost always in a leadership position, I was required to make tough decisions on the spot, in demanding circumstances. Finally, as a councillor, my record of decisions speaks for itself. Courtenay council needs proven decision-makers: vote to keep me on your council.

City council is a team, and after 25 years in the Air Force I understand what it means to work as a part of a team to achieve goals. My goal is to represent the citizens of Courtenay by doing what is best for the community as a whole. When examining issues I take a thorough and thoughtful look and strive to get it right the first time. Many of council decisions rely on the knowledge of finance and land use; I have real-world experience in both. Finding common ground instead of focusing on our differences will allow us to grow sustainably. I’ll provide a balanced perspective to the issues important for our city’s prosperity not just for the next three years but for the future. Keeping Courtenay a place that people want to live is the reason I want to work for you. Thank you for your support.

Erik Eriksson is a director of the economic development society, the Comox Valley Youth Music Centre and the Walk of Achievement, member of the food bank society and treasurer of the Celebration Singers. His past service includes the Community Foundation, the United Way and a term on Courtenay city council. Erik has been involved in service to our community ever since he and his wife Beverley came here to his electrician job at Field Sawmill 32 years ago. After eight years, Erik was elected a fulltime official with his local union, the IWA, a position he proudly held for 25 years, until retirement. Beverley and Erik enjoy walking the Air Park. Erik umpires baseball, plays softball and basketball and his piano in various venues including the Seniors’ Village. Erik Eriksson offers experience, energy, ability and commitment. On Saturday, Nov. 19, he asks you to elect Erik.

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COURTENAY-COUNCIL be done. I look forward to continue working with you to keep our taxes affordable, provide the services we need, and protect our environment and quality of life. For a strong voice, independent mind and cooperative spirit, on Nov. 19, re-elect Doug Hillian. www. doughillian.ca.

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DOUG HILLIAN I ran in 2009 in response to people who believed my ability to get things done, and my skills as a consensus builder and team player, would help us continue to build this great community. Since being elected, I have worked hard to offer a reasonable and progressive approach, while striving to be accessible and responsive to you, the citizens of Courtenay. I have supported sound planning, facilitated meetings seeking solutions to the housing crisis, advocated for transportation infrastructure, cycling paths and bus shelters, and served as council representative on various committees. As a 32-year resident who loves this community, I know much remains to

GEORGE KNOX

DOUG KERR As a member of Courtenay council I would like to see an end to the style of development I call “the ocean of asphalt.” More thought needs to be given to the overall esthetics of our community and to the location of new projects. Not every piece of vacant land requires a building upon it. I want to see new, sustainable, career-oriented businesses locate in our town. Businesses that will use our raw materials here, making new or remanufactured products. Real recognition of arts and culture needs to be made in the form of stable, consistent, long-range funding for the gallery, Sid Williams, Courtenay Museum and other arts organizations. The disadvantaged in Courtenay should be treated with respect and compassion. They are not just the homeless; they are citizens of our city and need a

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MARCUS FELGENHAUER I’m Marcus Felgenhauer. Hard work and teamwork — that is what it will take over the next three years to build a stronger, better Courtenay. From my father, who started as a pot washer and seven years later was a general manager, I learnt all about hard work. As a member of a national championship football team I learnt that it takes teamwork to achieve greatness. That hard work ethic and team spirit is what I can offer you on Courtenay council. At home we all have to take care of our primary needs first, pay the mortgage, buy groceries keep the heat and lights on. The City of Courtenay should be managed the same way — core services, low taxes, then the extras. On Nov. 19, vote for hard work and teamwork — vote for Marcus Felgenhauer.

I am a retired telecommunications worker who has lived in the Comox Valley for the past 32 years. I have consistently contributed to our community over this time to support the people and programs that make our community so great. This includes working as a volunteer firefighter, coaching and contributing to youth sports programs, serving as a local school trustee as well as a representative on both the Vancouver Island and provincial library boards. My desire to serve as a councillor for the City of Courtenay stems from my strong personal commitment to our community and my desire to help others. I believe that fiscal responsibility needs to be a cornerstone of our local government and I am personally committed to ensuring we spend public monies wisely. As a retiree I understand the importance of keeping taxes low and avoiding dramatic increases that seriously impact our seniors, young families and small businesses.

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“I enjoyed the years I worked with Starr on Courtenay City Council. Starr served our City with a strong resolution and a compassionate nature. She is a strong advocate for the City of Courtenay and the whole Comox Valley. Her experience working with governments at all levels will be a great asset to Courtenay Council. She can be counted on to be an active and effective Councillor for the City of Courtenay.” Ron Webber - Former Mayor of Courtenay

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COURTENAY-COUNCIL provincial and federal tax dollars back home to support a sustainable community. Affordability, fairness, and inclusiveness are key to meeting the needs and ambitions of our growing community in these changing times. Visit ronnaraeleonard. ca or call 250-338-0978 and make Ronna-Rae Leonard your positive choice.

RONNA-RAE LEONARD Courtenay voters have given me the privilege of serving our community as a councillor for the past six years. I want to continue to bring my positive attitude to gain positive results to make Courtenay a place we are all proud to call home. I have a solid track record of hard work to build a safe and healthy community, where we can look forward to a bright future. I’ve provided strong leadership — including chairing the Vancouver Island Regional Library, Comox Valley Housing Task Force and Cycling Task Force. I bring people power to city hall and I am committed to bringing your

before council equally and fairly. I feel that a better balance has to be struck between development and that which makes our community so naturally amazing. Just because a piece of land can be developed on, doesn’t mean it should be developed on. I want to bring a new and fresh voice to the council chamber. I was born and raised in the Comox Valley, and I know what an amazing place this is to grow up and raise children. I want to ensure that it stays beautiful and safe for all our residents current and future. Vote Stuart MacInnis, “A new voice for our community.”

MARK MIDDLETON

STUART MACINNIS My name is Stuart MacInnis and I’m running for Courtenay council. I’m running because I want to give back to my community, and I feel that I can have a great positive impact on how the council conducts business. I will approach all matters

I’ve put my contact information first because to truly understand what I’m all about will take more than the 150 words that we’re allocated here. For more information on me the person or what I believe in, stop by The Golfer’s Edge on Fifth street, call me at 250-2184653 or e-mail electmarkmiddleton@gmail.com. I’m on Facebook and have a website (markmiddleton.

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MARK MIDDLETON ca). I am a retired member of the Canadian Armed Forces, an active member of the Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce and president of the Downtown Courtenay Business Improvement Association (DCBIA). I have been a Courtenay resident for over 22 years and believe in giving back to the community. My intentions are to be open, accessible, and accountable while focusing on co-operation and leadership by example. I’ve gained some valuable experience and insight over the last couple of years and I think the timing is right to add a positive, proven leader to the table.

Norm has two sons and lives in Courtenay with Nancy, his wife of forty years.

About Norm * B.A. UVic

My COMMITMENT to you: Sustainability: * leaving our children a community as healthy as ours today; * creating a powerful economy based on the arts and quality of life in a community to be proud of; * big savings to taxpayers infrastructure-wise development and conservation.

A Just and Compassionate Community:

* signing the valley wide protocol for working together to prevent racism, homophobia, ethnic harassment. * Creating affordable housing and a warm, dry shelter for the homeless.

An end to Tax Shifting: “With the Union of BC Municipalities, I oppose the HST-styled shifting of an increasing proportion of municipal taxes on to seniors and families who can least afford it.” Norm Reynolds 250-338-0155 ngreynoldsng@gmail.com http://matters-norm.blogspot.com

* Lay Chaplain, C V Unitarian Church * Instructor: Mt. Washington Adaptive Snowsports Member: C.V. Amnesty CDN.

Norm has also served on: * Coastal Community Credit Union,

* Project Watershed, * Comox Harbour Auth., * World Community, * C.V. Art Gallery, * Town of Comox, * owner , The Reading Room B&B ‘Ad authorized by Norm Reynolds

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COURTENAY-COUNCIL first Comox Taxi Team Charity Golf Tournament. I hope you will vote for me as your newest council member and see just what new thinking and approaches can do to stimulate results.

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Having served in many capacities including Comox council, Coastal Community Credit Union and World Community, I am running for Courtenay council. Those wanting to know more are invited to http://matters-norm.blogspot.com. My commitment to you is: • Sustainability; • Leaving to our children a community as healthy as the one we inherited; • Big savings to taxpayers from infrastructurewise development and the conservation of energy; • A just and compassionate community; • Keeping citizens safe by signing onto a Valleywide protocol for preventing racism, homophobia and ethnic harassment; • Joining the rest of our community in creating affordable housing, and shelter for the homeless; • An end to tax shifting. I stand with the Union of BC Municipalities in opposing the HST-styled manipulation of the tax multiplier that shifts an increasing proportion of municipal taxes onto seniors and families who can least afford it.

Under the Provincial Homelessness Initiative, the Province works in partnership with local communities, the federal government, and non-profit providers to develop new housing options with integrated support services to help individuals who are homeless or at risk move beyond temporary shelter to more secure housing and gain greater selfreliance. For the most part, I am a proponent of user-pay initiatives, however, water meters for Courtenay is preposterous, more information must be made public. We must rationalize the delivery of services among our communities. Supporting business through clear zoning bylaws and prompt response to applications whether negative or positive. To business, time is money. Solid, well-considered, prompt responses build a positive reputation. I’m a fiscal conservative and a social libertarian, however, one must always keep practicality in the forefront of decisionmaking. “If you think you’re too small to make an impact, try going to sleep with a mosquito in your room.”

My name is Dave Smith and I want to be your voice on Courtenay council. Having three businesses in Courtenay has taught me the importance of budgeting, revenue, expenses and long-term financing. All skills which I now bring to the table as a new councillor. We have always sponsored local events and groups, such as the Glacier Kings, Boys and Girls Club, and all festivals. Most recently we raised close to $20 thousand for the LINC Youth Centre and the Comox Military Family Resource Centre. This accomplished mainly through the hard work of John and Peg Lalonde, organizing the

seniors struggling to live off tight pensions. Providing services and affordable housing that improves seniors’ quality of life is essential. Seniors that worked all their lives have earned that respect. I will continue to firmly oppose water metering. I fought hard against wasting millions of your tax dollars on water metering. I will continue to promote downtown Courtenay as a rare jewel. Young people need quality jobs to remain here. On Nov. 19, re-elect Manno Theos and others that will manage your tax dollars properly.

MANNO THEOS After nine years as a member of council, I have a proven track record of standing up for Courtenay residents’ best interests. As I go door to door, people are voicing concerns with overspending during this difficult economic time. The majority of people are looking for practical, affordable and achievable solutions. Courtenay has an aging population. We must focus on the needs of many

what John wants to bring to Courtenay city council. • One Valley, one government. • Water infrastructure before water meters. • Use Plasco Energy to reclaim Pigeon Lake. • Entice select industry (real jobs) to the Valley. • Public forum on deficit spending. • Auditor General to ensure we get value on all programs and spending. • Sign the community protocol on racism. • Stop handing out free crack pipes. John’s experience in sales and marketing are offset by his time as a minister and work in the church, with youth groups, soup kitchens and street people. Why, in the midst of the highest tax revenue years ever, does our City continue to incur debt! What will happen when our bubble bursts? You can reach John at 250-207-0127, see him on Facebook @ John Van Egmond for City Council or e-mail him at johnvan@ centralbuilders.ca.

JOHN VAN EGMOND Spending restraint, common sense, public input and accountability are

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BRUCE BARNES STARR WINCHESTER I feel I can make a positive effect on Courtenay issues using the 18 years experience earned as councillor and mayor of Courtenay. I have a solid business background, retiring in 2001 after 34 years in the banking industry. Council must not lose sight of its mandate — water and sewer, roads, fire and police protection, parks and recreation, land-use planning, while also protecting our green spaces. Seniors contribute significantly to our economy and we must continue to provide the amenities they deserve. Youth are our future; supporting youth activities has always been a priority to me. City councils are trustees of the public’s money. To keep taxes down, we need to look at ways to combine some of our Valley-wide services, such as fire and police services, recreation, planning and engineering. Our largest “industry” in the Comox Valley is 19 Wing Comox. Thank you for serving our country.

My name is Bruce Barnes. I am running for a council seat in Cumberland. I would work hard if elected, for the people of this community. We need wise decisions, at this time and into the future. Cumberland will continue to grow, if its infrastructure is sustainable. Housing, business and tourism are essential, and must grow together for a good way of life for us all.

with an educated, knowledgeable and constructive approach in considering issues important to Cumberlanders today and into the future. As a Villager for 27 years, a local business owner for seven years, I’m very familiar with our community, challenges and our opportunities. I was able to apply this knowledge as a member of the Village council when Cumberland’s latest Official Community Plan was adopted. We need development in Cumberland to help our local economy, create local jobs and help us pay for water, sewer and road infrastructure. However, we must balance this reality with our values in preserving and protecting our environment, quality of life and sense of community. I am very willing to make the effort and time it takes to sit on the Village council.

and haven’t received what many villagers feel is great compensation from developers. I can play a crucial role in seeking and securing provincial and federal money for Cumberland’s failing infrastructure. I’ve been attending village meetings and studying reports and documentation since long before I could vote, and I’m well informed about the challenges that Cumberland is facing, which makes me an ideal candidate compared to my competition. Since my spinal cord injury I’ve become more aware of accessibility issues around the Comox Valley as well as continuing to work with village staff and council on other projects. My unique and different point of view would be a positive and welcomed attribute on council. On Nov. 19 choose me, Conner Copeman, for Cumberland council.

countless opinions and ideas about what is, or should be happening in our home. Some of the main issues I would like to help address are: repairs and the funding necessary to do so, recreation upgrades, and maintaining our heritage with added responsible growth. I would love to hear and address any thoughts or concerns anyone may have. I can be reached at my home number in the evenings at 250-400-6250, or by e-mail at voteeasterbrook@gmail.com.

changed to fit our design guidelines. I believe that Cumberland is the place that can do it right. Taking care of the money, the policies and the property of the Village is important. All around North America we see types of development that aren’t working. Like the proposed regional water, sewer and recreation plans. Cumberland is at a crossroads. Do we or don’t we become like anywhere? I want to help, to be on the council that will do it right; to do it for you. Vote Kate Greening. A voice for the future.

KATE GREENING

LEONA CASTLE I am seeking your support for a seat on the Village of Cumberland council. I offer to work for you

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SCOTT EASTERBROOK

I’m running for council because of the long-term concerns Cumberland faces. It is no secret that we are in debt, have moderate to minimal income

If elected, I will take into account all opinions of the community. I hope to bring my open mind and honesty to the table. I am not doing this to represent my own agenda or myself, I hope to represent all, or the majority of families, residents, businesses, and landowners in the betterment of our beautiful community. With many issues arising in our village, I have found it harder and harder to sit aside. There are

SD 71-CUMBERLAND changes, so too must our schools to meet the needs. I will be there ensuring a future for all students. As a mother of three, I will not be divorced from decisions that I will be making on the board. These decisions will affect me and my family, just as they will affect any other family within Cumberland or the rest of the Comox Valley.

YOLANDA GOODWIN I’m Yolanda Goodwin and I’m running for Cumberland’s school trustee. As the youngest potential member of the school board, and a mother of three elementary school children in the Comox Valley, I will be bringing fresh insight, new vision and clarity to the school board. Our schools have never existed in a bubble; they have always been affected by the changes in the communities they have served. As a community grows and

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RICK GRINHAM I am running in this election to ensure that

Cumberland has a community representative on the board of trustees for School District 71. Having six years experience as a trustee, three as the board chair, places me in a position of understanding our local school system and provincial legislation regarding public education. It is important that decisions made at the board table are sound and benefit all the students of this school district. Financial accountability is critical with a budget of $65 million plus we must ensure that funding is effective and efficiently used to support student achievement. Areas of concern would be district grad rate and how we can improve it to support all students. We should also ensure that we celebrate student achievements in our school district. I am seeking your support to ensure we have a strong representative on the board of education for the next three years.

In the past three years, I have been a consistent voice for early, ongoing and meaningful participation of villagers in planning all aspects of the village. I have ensured that Cumberland’s voice is heard at Community Justice and the library board. The new library is still on the books for 2012; the building design will be

ROGER KISHI Inform, engage, involve. These are the central themes of my campaign. I am committed to community input and engagement process(es) that will work towards positive outcomes for our community. I have been involved in Courtenay Mayor’s Task Continued on B9

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Force on Homelessness, Comox Valley Sustainability Strategy, Cumberland Solid Waste Management Task Force, CVRD Housing and Homelessness Standing Committee and Cumberland Liquid Waste Management Plan. I have worked at the Wachiay Friendship Centre since 2005, currently as program director and health partnerships. I moved to Cumberland in 2000, to be with my partner Catherine Bell, who was the Vancouver Island North Member of Parliament from 2006 to 2008. Cumberland faces many challenges — water, sewer, development; but I believe that by working together, we can create positive opportunities, and become an example for the Comox Valley and beyond. I ask for your support on Nov. 19. Elect Roger Kishi to the Village of Cumberland council.

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TODD RILEY men who came to dig it, many of whose families are still with us. Today’s mining industry is very different from those early times. Now we have safety regulations and environmental codes in place that would make Robert Dunsmuir turn over in his grave and rightly so. Having worked in mining all over the world I have firsthand experience of how development of our natural resources and respect for the world around us are not necessarily mutually exclusive. We can make sure this is done right, respecting our past and protecting the future of our grandchildren.

Per capita, voters on Denman and Hornby islands have lots of candidates from whom to choose as their Islands Trust representatives. Six people are seeking two seats on Denman and five are running for two Hornby seats. Denman residents Laura Busheikin, David Critchley, Kathy Dunster, Bill Engleson, David Graham and Laura Pope are running. Graham is seeking re-election, while Louise Bell is not. Incumbents Fred Hunt and Tony Law are seeking

re-election on Hornby. They are opposed by Alex Allen, Ron Emerson and William Thomas. All five are Hornby residents. Advance voting for both islands happens Wednesday, Nov. 16 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Comox Valley Regional District boardroom at 550B Comox Rd. in Courtenay. General voting happens this Saturday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. for both islands at the CVRD boardroom and A.R. MacNeill Secondary School at 6611 No. 4 Rd. in Richmond. Local voting happens from 8 to 8 at Hornby Island Elementary School

and the Denman Island Senior Centre. According to chief election officer James Warren, there is no need to pre-register to vote, as the registration of all Islanders Trust voters will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements: • 18 years of age or older; • Canadian citizen; • Resident of B.C. for at least six months immediately preceding voting day; • Resident of or registered owner of real property in the Denman Island local trust area for at least

30 days immediately preceding voting day, and • Not otherwise disqualified by law from voting. Resident electors will also be required to produce two pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity. Non-resident property electors must produce two pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if applicable, written consent from the majority of the property owners.

Not everybody had to campaign Record Staff While 55 candidates are running in the Comox Valley portion of provincewide municipal elections, another 10 were elected by acclamation when nobody opposed them. The highest-profile acclaimed candidate is Cumberland mayor-elect Leslie Baird, who moves up from her councillor chair to succeed Fred Bates. Longtime councillor Bronco Moncrief is also not

running, meaning there will be at least two new faces on Cumberland council for the next three years. All three Comox Valley Regional District area directors, who swept into office three years ago, when the three incumbents were defeated, were unopposed this time. Barbara Price, defeated as the Area B representative three years ago, is seeking election to Comox council this time. Bruce Jolliffe (Area A-Baynes Sound), Jim

Gillis (Area B-Lazo North) and Edwin Grieve (Area C-Puntledge-Black Creek) remain in their seats without having to wage election campaigns. Grieve is currently in a one-year term as the CVRD chair. The other positions on the regional district board are appointed by the City of Courtenay, the Town of Comox and the Village of Cumberland. While Yolanda Goodwin and Rick Grinham are running for the lone

Cumberland seat on the board of trustees, all other candidates who submitted their names this time were acclaimed. Sheila McDonnell will represent Area A, Tom Weber will represent Area B and Paula Selby will represent Area C. Janice Caton and Donna Gambacorta ran unopposed for the two Courtenay seats on the school board. Dr. Peter Coleman was the only candidate to represent Comox.

ERIC KOZAK My name is Eric Kozak and I would like your vote to join Cumberland council. In the past few years the council has found itself divided on many issues, unable to come togeather at times when they have needed to work togeather. I have spent my life helping people to work together, to become better and stronger. As your councillor I will help get things done by getting council to work together with the people of Cumberland. I am committed to helping Cumberland to move forward into a strong, secure future. I will do this by working with those around me, listening to all viewpoints and then acting in the best interests of Cumberland while continuing to listen to those I serve. I know that as long as I listen to the people of Cumberland, I cannot fail to be an excellent councillor. On Nov. 19, vote Eric Kozak.

TODD RILEY Our village needs attention, water, sewers and roads require upgrading and our people need goodpaying jobs close to home. We can do this and do it responsibly but we need to make the right decisions now. About the mine, for example. Cumberland was built on coal and the backs of

GWYN SPROULE Why should you vote for me? Well first of all, I have served on Cumberland Council for nine years and have a good understanding of the various issues. I will work to find ways to improve our water and sewage systems as well as to fix the roads. My vision for Cumberland includes a vibrant downtown core that showcases local history and culture, a trail system linking our parks, neighbourhoods and forested areas. I want Cumberland to be a good place to do business by keeping taxes affordable. New development should proceed in accordance with our Official Community Plan. Amendments to the OCP should be done with full public participation. I support an open and accessible council that respects the public process when making important decisions. I want Cumberland to continue to be an ideal place to live, work and play. On Nov. 19, please vote for Gwyn Sproule.

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Local rink representing B.C. at national bonspiel A Comox Valley Curling Club (CVCC) women’s team skipped by Deb Goodwin with vice Lonnie Schopp, second Kim Jonsson and lead Lori Ross are the Dominion Club Champions representing British Columbia at the Nov. 21-26 Canadian championship in Richmond, B.C. The Dominion Curling Club Championship is an annual event for men’s and women’s curling teams who have won their respective local club championships.

Winning teams from the event will be “The Dominion Club Champions” and play down to produce a provincial/territory champion from all 10 provinces and three territories, plus a separate entry for northern Ontario, who will then compete at the national level. The competition gives grassroots curling teams from every corner of the country an opportunity to compete in national level competition. For these local players, the challenge of

SKIP DEB GOODWIN, vice Lonnie Schopp, second Kim Jonsson and lead Lori Ross are excited to represent B.C. at the upcoming national Dominion Club Championship. PHOTO SUBMITTED

playing other provincial teams is something they’re eager to experience. “We are extremely excited to be the home team in Richmond and know we will have lots of support with family and friends planning to attend this event,” said Goodwin. “This is the highest calibre of curling available to all of the club curlers playing at this event – it’s a dream come true.” The Goodwin team is also participating in this

competition to raise funds to support the BC Paraplegic Association. To help the team reach their goals, visit www.bcpara.org, click on the “Dominion Curling Club Championship”, and follow the steps to sponsor a participant. Curling enthusiasts can follow the team’s journey at www. thedominioncurls.ca or by liking “the Dominion Curling Club Championship” on Facebook. – Comox Valley Curling Club

Glacier Kings get back on track with two big wins Yetis double up Cougars at home and Kerry Park on the road Earle Couper Record Staff

The North Division-leading Comox Valley Glacier Kings made a clean sweep of South Division opposition in weekend Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League action. On Nov. 11 in Courtenay the Yetis knocked off league-leading Victoria Cougars 6-3 and on Nov. 12 in Kerry Park they dispatched the South cellardwelling Islanders 4-2. Friday’s meeting between the league’s top two teams started off slowly for the hometown Kings as they fell behind 2-0 in the first period. But the Icemen came to life big time in the second stanza, scoring five unanswered goals en route to the 6-3 win. Mitch Ball fired three goals and added an assist to earn first star honours while second star Garrett Brandsma tallied one goal and three assists. Cameron Large stopped 35 shots – 16 of them in the third period – to pick up the win and third star honours. Jordan Kamprath (shorthanded) and Michael Sobie also connected for the Kings. Evan Roch started in goal for the Capital City Cats and was replaced by Kiefer Giroux after giving up five goals on 20 shots. The win gave the Yetis a 2-1 lead in their season series with the Cougars.

NOT ONLY DID Mitch Ball post four points against the Cougars, he also took time to introduce himself to Victoria goalie Evan Roch during Friday night VIJHL action at the Comox Valley Sports Centre. PHOTO BY JIM HOCKLEY The teams meet again this Thursday in Victoria. The Icemen went 2-for-7 on the power play while the visitors were 3-for-8 with the man advantage. On Saturday the Glacier Kings took the show on the road to Kerry Park, where

Myles Powell’s three-point (1g, 2a) performance powered them to a 4-2 win over the Islanders. Kamprath potted a pair, including another shorthanded marker, while Brandsma netted the other Kings’ goal.

The Yetis led 1-0 after one and 3-2 after two, with Large picking up the win and Matt Chester taking the loss. Shots on goal were 30-30; Comox went 0-for-6 on the power play while Kerry Park was 1-for-6. Following tomorrow

night’s game in Victoria, the Yetis return home on Saturday to host the Peninsula Panthers in a 7:30 p.m. start at Comox Valley Sports Centre Area #1. ICE CHIPS Cougars’ Coulter has caught Kings’ Jackson Garrett in league

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THE COMOX VALLEY CUBS had some fun in the sun at the Roy Hobbs World Series in Fort Myers, Florida last week.

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The Roy Hobbs World Series is in the books for another year, and the Comox Valley Cubs have returned home to nurse their sore bodies and bruised egos. Remembering a 2010 tournament that had produced a very respectable 3-3 won-loss record, the Cubs and the community were looking forward to a breakthrough year in Fort Myers. Well, the break came but it was through the floor, not the ceiling! As noted in an earlier onsite report, the trip started on a few bad notes – luggage, birds, weather – and the bad notes continued for most of the week. The Cubs were shut out twice – 6-0, and 12-0 in seven innings. But, they also played four games that were decided by two runs or less – 15-13, 12-11, 20-18,

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and 2-1 – and lost them all! So close, so close. Friday finally brought some magic back to the Cubbies. Playing on the consolation side of the tourney, they took on a Tampa Bay team that also knew about the weak flooring. Jake Plante was called on to start on the mound for a morning game, and he refused to give it up. Going a full nine innings with his catcher Ray VanderMark, Jake pitched a fantastic complete game and gave up only two unearned runs. Unfortunately, a Cubs team that had scored 42 runs the previous three games decided to take the day off at the plate and offered little support. A highlight of the game was a pop-up to second base in the sixth with runners on first and second – ruled an infield fly where the runners can advance after the catch at their peril. Usu-

ally the runners on base retreat to their bases and decide if they have a chance to advance. This time, the Tampa Bay runner on sec-

starting pitcher, with expectations of a couple of innings work. But once again, at the end of a very physically-difficult week

… the Roy Hobbs event is so much ❝ more than just victories. It is about a road trip with great friends, with the time to become better friends. It is the chance to meet some new guys, from around the world. It is about pulling together and staying together as a team, win or lose — or in our case, lose and lose and lose.

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ond played it very casually and was thrown out by a bullet from Fauteux to shortstop Greene covering the bag. Something I have never witnessed before. After a couple of hours rest, the second game of the day started against the Knights. Dale Greene was the

(including seven innings behind the plate on Thursday), Greene would not give up the mound. Going seven strong innings with his battery mate Dobbelsteyn, giving up only two runs, he led the Cubs to a 12-2 mercy of the Knights. Consecutive complete games, a first for the Cubs – quite an

achievement! A special note from this game was a base hit by one of the Knights off of Greene – it was the player’s first base hit in 40 years. Dale made sure that the guy got the ball, and the Cubs’ bench made sure the guy knew the name of the pitcher that gave up the hit after four decades. The Cubs finished at 1-6 for the week. But the Roy Hobbs event is so much more than just victories. It is about a road trip with great friends, with the time to become better friends. It is the chance to meet some new guys, from around the world. It is about pulling together and staying together as a team, win or lose – or in our case, lose and lose and lose. It is also the sights and sounds and tastes of a very enjoyable part of the world, and the chance to spend a few great hours on the beach.

We want to thank Dave Fauteux for the time and effort he puts in all year long to make sure the trip is a positive adventure for everyone each year. With so many interesting personalities on the team, this is quite a responsibility – but Dave succeeds most of the time on most of the issues. We had to make the trip this year without one of those better friends, cultivated over the years in Phoenix and Fort Myers and on our home field here in Comox. Our good buddy Daryl Egeland is fighting his own opponent here at home. But he was with us in spirit and by e-mail, and apparently is feeling rather smug that the team went 3-3 with him last year, 1-6 without him this year. Now it’s time to take a break for a few months and come back in March, ready to do it again.

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a few inches over the bar and Charlotte Mohtadi stopped on a short angle attempt on a powerful drive from five yards, stretched Paddington again and again. Just as the Breaker D were considering victory, Mohtadi and Smith forced the ball into the feet of striker Danielle Robertson who chipped it through the keeper’s fingers for the tie. With a shootout looming, Brooke Zawisleke turned the defence inside out on the left side and curled in a shot from about 26 yards. With the half refusing to close, Mohtadi added another marker to end the scoring at 4-2 Thunder, capping off a day of excellent soccer. Coach Sandy Grant, asked about the sec-

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WolfPack drops a pair REGINA – The Rememberance Day weekend was one to forget for the Thompson Rivers University WolfPack men’s volleyball team. Pat Hennelly took his crew into Regina and lost both ends of a Canada West series to the hometown Cougars. The result on Saturday, Nov. 12 at the University of Regina was 3-0 with the scores being 25-19, 25-20, 25-20. That followed a 3-2 Regina victory on Friday, Nov. 11. The WolfPack fell to 1-and-5 on the season while Regina upped its record to 3-and-3. Said Hennelly afterward: “They played excellent defence and once again came out confident and aggressive.” The WolfPack were led by rookie middle Mohamed Rehim (Cairo). He had 12 kills in 16 opportunities with one error hitting .688 with three blocks. Brad Gunter (1st year, outside hitter,

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Timberline kicked off, the Vanier running back was stripped of the ball, and the Wolves recovered. Vanier was assessed its first pass interference penalty that cost them about 30 yards. Timberline then threw a perfect pass to a wide-open receiver for another TD and added a two-point conversion to make it 28-0. Throughout the first half Timberline was the more impressive team by far, noted Vanier coach Bob Campbell. “Their offensive and defensive lines were playing very well and frustrating (our) linemen with pulling

guards or tackles (or both) and the running backs, linebackers, and receivers were putting on a clinic. They were all very aggressive and disciplined,” Campbell said. The second half started with Timberline kicking off. Vanier was still having a lot of trouble passing or running with the ball and had to punt again on fourth down. Connor Willis was having a great day punting, continually pushing Timberline back with his kicks. Vanier’s defence rallied and started to control Timberline’s running and passing, but another defensive

Strike Farce fly to top spot With a definitive straight sets 3-0 victory over their final regular season opponent last week, Strike Farce clinched the top seed in the recreational tier of the Comox Valley Sports & Social Club 18-team, co-ed volleyball league and a playoff date with fourthseeded S*M*A*S*H on Wednesday. The Strike Farce team, captained by James and Kelly Barnie, rolled to a 9-1-1 record while losing just three sets along the way. Their opponents, S*M*A*S*H, are also coming off a strong season with an 8-2-1 record, but dropped their final regular season game in a tight five-set battle, to fall to the fourth seed. In other recreational tier playoff action, the Ace-Holes (9-2) and Show Us Your Tips (9-2) meet in the other firstplace semifinal. Meanwhile, Passing Fancy (6-5) was the fifth seed and will take on eighth seed Boomshakalaka (2-9), and sixth seed Bump, Set, Shank (5-6) will play seventh seed Bump It Up (5-6). The bottom two seeds, Kiss My Pass (1-10) and Sets in the City (0-11), will also face off in a battle to stay out of the basement.

JONATHAN PROULX (FRONT) of Show Us Your Tips tries to make a quick tip at the net over the attempted block of S*M*A*S*H’s Corey Backman in the recreational tier of the Comox Valley Sports & Social Club’s 18-team co-ed volleyball league. PHOTO SUBMITTED The intermediate tier rounds out its regular season this Wednesday, before playoffs the following week. The Dirty Bandits (12-0) have a stranglehold on the top spot with their undefeated season, but there is a logjam of contenders after them. Return to Sender (7-4-1) currently sits in second spot, followed by the Needle Park All-Stars(6-4-2), Smokin’ Aces (6-6), and Spike-aholics (5-7), but

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Congratulations to Lonnie Edward Berrow & Kari Lee Cornish married May 28, 2011 at the KingďŹ sher Resort & Spa.

Gene Regierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s final words to his family on November 20, 2010. We have all heeded his words and have â&#x20AC;&#x153;hung toughâ&#x20AC;?

On Sunday, November 20, 2011 at 2 pm, at the Old Church Theatre there will be a programme entitled â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Final Frameâ&#x20AC;? featuring Geneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s photographs. At that time a bursary in his name will be created by the Co-Val Choristers and the Old Church Theatre. This will be presented to the North Island College. Reception to follow.

MULCASTER Randal Grahame P.Eng. (Civil) May 7, 1918 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; November 6, 2011 Randy passed away November 6, 2011 at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital in Comox, BC. He will be sadly missed by his wife Isabel, son Ian, grandchildren Valerie and Livia, daughter Janet (Ron) older sister Wynona along with nieces and nephews. Randy grew up in Prince Albert Saskatchewan. When WWII broke out he left University and enlisted. As a Lieutenant in the Ontario Tank Regiment he served in North Africa, Italy and European campaigns. After the War, Randy returned to University to complete his Civil Engineering degree. His professional life led to work surveying parts of the Trans Canada Highway though Banff and, later, as Department of Highways Manager, he was responsible for building and managing many of the highways throughout BC in the 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Randyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work brought him and Isabel to the Comox Valley in 1965 where they settled and raised their family. They were always up for adventure, the outdoors, travel and time with friends and family. He enjoyed an active life style during his 30+ years of retirement. We will miss his humour and pragmatic straightforward approach to life. A celebration of life will be held at Piercyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Funeral Home, 440 England Ave. on November 19th at 11am. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Red Cross in Randyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory.

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Wednesday, November 16, 2011 • COMOX VALLEY RECORD

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

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CHRISTMAS CORNER

INFORMATION

LEGALS

TIMESHARE

ADVICE NEEDED: Anyone else having problems getting leaks ﬁxed with their “new amazing” Metal Shingle Teﬂon coated roof, 10 yr labor 50 yr product warranty? I’m getting the run around. Please call 250-331-3712

NOTICE TO CREDITORS & OTHERS

WAREHOUSEMAN’S LIEN ACT

Re: The Estate of JOHN SYDNEY BALFOUR (aka Jack S Balfour), deceased, formerly of 5901 Bates Road, Courtenay, BC. Creditors and others having claims against the estate of JOHN SYDNEY BALFOUR (aka JACK S BALFOUR) are hereby notiﬁed under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the administrator c/o the solicitor acting for the estate: Finkelstein/Associates 211C – 750 Comox Road Courtenay, BC V9N 3P6 on or before the 8th day of December, 2011, after which date the executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the executor has notice.

Take NOTICE that

CHRISTMAS

TREES

The Comox Valley Record will once again publish a Christmas Tree Directory every Wednesday and Friday issue from November 16 to December 23.

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INFORMATION NEEDED on stolen black, 2008 Dodge Ram 4 door taken Sept. 26/2011 from 3100 block 18th Ave., Port Alberni, plate #CW7744. Call Darlene at ICBC at (250)731-2255 quoting claim #P183524.4

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Greaves/Vosberg Big Sister Charlotte and big Brother Marcus are thrilled to announce the arrival of their new baby sister, Ella Vosberg Greaves. Born October 3rd at St. Joseph’s hospital in Comox, BC weighing 7lbs 2 oz to proud parents Dan and Suzanne. Special thanks to Dr. Wilson, Dr. Stocks, and the nursing staff at St. Joseph’s.

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Few umbrella strollers are designed for full time use. Many do not accommodate infants, storage of items, or much else other than a child. Guzzie+Guss have decided that the time of the inconvenient stroller is over.

PRÉSENTATION SUR LES CARRIÉRES POUR LES OPÉRATEAURS DES TÉLÉCOMMUNCATIONS (MEMBRES CIVILS)

Le 24 novembre 2011

Attendance at a career presentation is now the mandatory ﬁrst step in the application process./ Assister à une séance d’information sur les carrières est maintenant la première étape obligatoire du processus de recrutement.

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Call day or night. 250-338-8042 DATING SERVICE. LongTerm/Short-Term Relationships, Free to Try!!! 1-877297-9883. Live intimate conversation, Call: #4011 or 1888-534-6984. Live adult 1on1 Call: 1-866-311-9640 or #4010. Meet Local Single Ladies. 1-877-804-5381. (18+). LET’S TALK man-to-man. If you’re a man who’s had sex with a man we want to hear what’s on your mind. Be part of our conﬁdential survey and help us build a healthy community. Call us toll-free: 1-855846-MALE (6253) Learn more at malecall.ca 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.

LOST AND FOUND FOUND: DIGITAL camera, 4th St., Courtenay, Nov. 1st. Call 250-334-3884. FOUND: SET of keys at the Home Depot recycle bins, Courtenay. 250-335-0467.

TRAVEL BRING THE family! Sizzling Summer Specials at Florida’s Best Beach! New Smyrna Beach, FL. See it all at: www.nsbﬂa.com/bonjour or call 1-800-214-0166.

VACATION SPOTS MEXICO HOUSE (La Manzanilla) for rent, 3 bdrm, swimming pool, close to beach, openings Jan & Feb, $800/wk, ﬂy from Comox. Call 250-3387511. www.mexcan.ca

CHILDREN CHILDCARE AVAILABLE SPACES available from Infant to 5 years. Subsidy accepted. www.applespearsgroupdaycare.com. 941-8814

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES BE YOUR Own boss with Great Canadian Dollar Store. Franchise opportunities now available. Call today for details 1-877-388-0123 ext. 229 or visit our website: www.dollarstores.com. EVER WANTED to work for yourself? Do you love music? Established, growing record store in the Comox Valley. All inventory,required equipment are included. Exciting opportunity for someone with business and marketing know how to help it reach full potential. playitagain@shaw.ca

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CAREER PRESENTATION (CIVILIAN MEMBERS)

at 907 Mcphee Ave., Courtenay, B.C. intends to sell the following described goods owned by Mr. Jo Le for outstanding storage fees. Items include: Treadmill, Beds, Sofas, Tables, Other Household Goods. Bids will be accepted at the premises of McPhee Mini Storage Ltd after the 30th day November 2011 between 1 and 3pm.

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L farm name SAMPtree

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Value Village was founded in 1954 on principles such as giving back and providing opportunities—core values we still embrace today. Our more than 140 nonproﬁt alliances share this thinking and inspire us with their work. Partnering with local charities is not a byproduct of our business—it’s how we do business. So when you work at Value Village, you help support many local community programs.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Our managers are responsible for the overall financial results of the store including sales, gross margin, expenses and profits. Our leaders take pride in ownership, knowing everything they do has a specific purpose that links productivity to business results. If you have 3+ yrs managing in a busy retail environment, if you love leading your team, and if delivering exceptional customer service is ingrained in all that you do, we must talk.

BENEFITS: Competitive compensation, merchandise discounts, extended health and dental plan, proﬁt sharing and a company-matched retirement plan, sick pay and life insurance are the cornerstones to our extensive beneﬁts package. If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, email your resume to

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

HELP WANTED

HOME BASED BUSINESS. We need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet and phone essential. Free online training. www.project4wellness.com

MEDICAL OFFICE Trainees needed! Hospitals & Dr.’s need medical ofﬁce & medical admin staff. No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1888-748-4126. POST RN Certiﬁcate in Perioperative Nursing. Online theory, hands-on skills lab, clinical practicum. January / September intakes. ORNAC Approved. GPRC Grande Prairie, AB; www.gprc.ag.ca, 1-888-539-4772. WEEKEND COURSE

NEWSPAPER

LOCAL CGA ﬁrm requires a P/T Accountant w/ 5 yrs. of public practice experience & experience with personal tax returns. Successful applicant should have a business degree and be in the PACE level of the CGA program of studies. Competitive salary and beneﬁts based on experience. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Please reply to box 4464 c/o Comox Valley Record 765 McPhee Ave Courtenay B.C. v9n 2z7

PLANNING / PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

A complete and detailed job posting can be viewed at: http: //www.western forest.com/careers/current _openings.php WESTERN FOREST OFFERS COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION THAT INCLUDES CORE VACATION HEALTH BENEFITS WITH THIS POSITION. If you believe that you have the skills and qualiﬁcations that we are looking for, please reply in conﬁdence to: Human Resource Department Facsimile: (1)866.840.9611 Email: resumes@ westernforest.com Application Deadline: Thursday, November 24, 2011 Reference Code: MCO Admin

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

Firearms Training & C.O.R.E. Non-Restricted & Restricted. COURSE STARTS: Nov. 25, 28, 29, & 30 6-10pm Nov. 26, 8am-noon

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS ACCOUNTING & Payroll Trainees needed. Large & small firms seeking certified A&P staff now. No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1-888-424-9417. AIRLINES ARE HIRINGTrain for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783. Become a Psychiatric Nurse - train locally via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements and some regional classroom delivery. Wages start at $30.79/hr to $40.42/hr. This 23 month program is recognized by the CRPNBC. Gov’t funding may be available. Toll-free 1-87-STENBERG www.stenbergcollege.com

C.O.R.E. continues Nov. 28, 29 & 30 Mon, Tues,Wed. 6pm-10pm at Grantham Hall opposite Tsolum School.

250-338-0725 Carriers Needed COURTENAY ROUTE #365 Partridge Pl., Valley View Dr. & Mallard Dr. RTE #250 Piercy & Stewart RTE # 268 Park Place COMOX ROUTE #606 Balmoral Ave & Marida Place

Two pieces of ID required. For information contact: Granlund Firearms 286-9996 Tyee Marine 287-2641 Peters Sports 334-2942 Secondhand & Military Store 337-1750 Norrie Todd 287-8020 WORK FROM Home. Find out why over 1,285 CanScribe Career College Medical Transcription graduates, aged 18-72, can’t be wrong. Free information. 1-800-466-1535. www.canscribe.com admissions@canscribe.com

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SERVICE MANAGER - Hanna Chrysler Ltd. (Hanna, Alberta). Opportunity in a perfect family environment. Strong team, competitive wages, benefits, growth potential. Fax resume: 403-854-2845. Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net 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.

INCOME OPPORTUNITY GET PAID Daily! Now accepting: Simple P/T & F/T Online Computer Related Work. No experience is needed. No fees or charges to participate. Start Today, www.BCWOC.com TECHS LIVE Large in Western Canada! Go Auto has 23 dealerships/18 brands. Journeymen can earn $120K+. Specialists can earn $150K+. Full beneﬁts. Investment Program. Moving/training/tool allowances. Apply now! careers@goauto.ca, or www.goauto.ca

BAMBOO GARDEN is hiring cooks (Chinese cuisine), 3+ yrs of experience, full-time, $2850/mth plus beneﬁts. Please contact Dave at 250-871-8808 or dave.dinh@century21.ca

FULL TIME ECE position. Apply in person 3214 Back Road, Comox, between 9-11am, MF. Must be licensed.

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. Locations in Alberta & BC. Hands on real world training. Full sized equipment. Job placement assist. Funding Avail. www.iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

EVENING CLEANER, P/T Must have own transportation; criminal record check req’d. Courtenay. (250)334-1885. Experienced Orthodontic Receptionist to join our team. We are looking for a team member with working knowledge of Orthotrac II and Dolphin. Email resume to drortho@island.net

VETERINARY ASSISTANT and ofﬁce reception. Permanent p/t. Must have a vehicle. Experience and schedule ﬂexibility an asset. Respond w/resume to Drawer #4463 c/o Comox Valley Record, 765 McPhee Ave, Courtenay BC V9N 2Z7.

WE’RE ON THE WEB

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

ENGLISH PLUS TUTORING Experienced BC teacher offers English tutoring starting at $25/hour. www.englishplustutoring.ca, 250.650.6538

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Dental Receptionist, Part-time

November 16th 11:30am to 1pm at the Courtenay Recreation Centre, Lewis Centre. Opportunity to learn about 2012 Funding Application.

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

We are looking for a dynamic, friendly person who loves multi-tasking in a very busy dental ofﬁce. Preference will be given to someone who has previous dental reception experience especially with the Exan Power Practice database. Please email your letter and resume to: comoxdentalcare @gmail.com or call Anne 250-339-2531

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FOR YOUR MARY ANN ROLFE B.SC, M.ED REGISTERED CLINICAL COUNSELLOR 23 Years Experience E.M.D.R. & Clinical Hypnosis Relationship counselling, trauma, mental and physical health issues, chronic pain, addictions.

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Licensed Automotive Technician We are a high volume, fast paced, full service automotive repair facility. We are looking for a dedicated, honest, hard working individual with proven problem solving ability. Interprovincial ticket and valid driver licence are required. Suitable applicants will possess strong communication skills, appreciation for customers and a winning attitude. We have the latest equipment, a solid team and an excellent clientele. We offer a very competitive compensation package including benefits, profit sharing and employee discounts.

Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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WFP is currently seeking a Planning / Production Assistant to join our Mainland Coast Operation located approximately 20 minutes north of Campbell River. This full-time 18 month term position may include some travel to the coastal islands and inlets.Reporting to the Operation’s Planner, this role will be an integral part of all business functions at the operation, aligned to support the overall success of the organization. Critical skills and experience will include all aspects of ofﬁce and data administration, reporting and analysis, accounts payables and receivables, in addition to admin. tasks necessary to support engineering,forestry, and production functions. Data management, invoicing and accounting functions will also be primary duties.

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You can Make a Difference Join the Family Care Home Program: take on the challenge and excitement of participating in the Family Care Home Program. We are seeking responsible individuals and couples to provide a home for adults experiencing mental health difficulties. We need individuals/couples who: • feel comfortable with people who have a history of mental illness • have good communication skills • are open, energetic and committed • are able to provide supervised accommodation and rehabilitation/support services, such as teaching basic living skills, meal preparation, budgeting and monitoring the taking of medications. For more info contact: VIHA Comox Valley Mental Health & Addictions Services 200 - 635 Fitzgerald Avenue, Courtenay, BC or phone: 250-331-8515

Become a Psychiatric Nurse in your own community There is an urgent need for more Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPN), particularly outside the urban areas of the province. And with the workforce aging – the average age of a Registered Psychiatric Nurse in BC is 47 years – the number of retirees from the profession is exceeding the number of graduates. Entry-level earnings start at $30.79/hour to $40.42/hour. Train Locally – The only program of its kind in BC, students can learn within their local communities via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements, and some regional classroom delivery. This 23 month program is accredited by the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of BC (CRPNBC). Government student loans, Employment & Labour Market Services (ELMS), band funding & other ﬁnancing options available to qualiﬁed applicants.

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TRADES, TECHNICAL AUTOMOTIVE TECH.

Journeyman or 3rd/4th Year

Prince Rupert Top Wages Paid View Details at: www.rainbowchrysler.ca Call: Brian Musgrave 1.877.624.8207 or e-mail: bmusgrave@ rainbowchrysler.ca AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIANS. Salmon Arm GM on Shuswap Lake in beautiful British Columbia requires FullTime journeyman Automotive Technicians. Email: mikeg@salmonarmgm.com fax: 250-832-5314.

Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic or Millwright ADVANTAGE ENGINE & COMPRESSOR SERVICES LTD. has an immediate opening. 3rd & 4th year apprentices will be considered depending on experience. Successful candidate will operate a service vehicle in northern Alberta. Must be willing to work overtime and/or long hours. Exp. in natural gas compression a deﬁnite asset. We offer very Competitive Wages, Bonuses and Beneﬁt Plan.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

FINANCIAL SERVICES

HANDYPERSONS

GARAGE SALES

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

HOMES WANTED

OTHER AREAS

NEED CASH Fast? Get a loan any time you want! Sell or pawn your valuables online securely, from home. Apply online today www.pawnup.com or call toll-free: 1-888-4357870.

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

QUALICUM BEACH ESTATE SALE NOVEMBER 17, 18 & 19 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM 474 BALSAM ST. (just off 19A @ Crescent Rd. W.) Qualicum Beach All items from this executive 4400 sqft home must be SOLD! Dining room set, French provincial sofa,love seat,chair set with matching tables, lots of other furniture, grandfather clock, bedroom suites, Solid Oak Armoire, pair of Italian made lamps, dishes, china, crystal, ornaments, pictures, just too many other items to list! Cash-Interac-All credit cards accepted. Everything must be sold in 3 days!! “Bring your best offers!!” HOSTED BY THE GOOD FOLKS @ Remember That Antiques & Collectibles (Opening soon in Qualicum Beach) For more info call Ken @ 250-927-0500 or email ken117@telus.net

BUILDING SALE... Final clearance, rock bottom prices. 25x40x12 $7350. 30x60x15 $12,700. 35x70x16 $15,990. 40x80x16 $20,990. 47x100x18 $25,800. 60x140x20 $50,600. End walls included, doors optional. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422.

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HOME REPAIRS

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Eavestrough repairs and cleaning, custom copper and repairs, aluminum and siding repairs. Roof repairs. 25 yrs exp. Seniors discount - free est

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CRIMINAL RECORD?

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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

Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Conﬁdential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CLEANING SERVICES

WORK 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

Computer not behaving? Fast, friendly service in your home.Call Ellen 250-702-7195

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

PETS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

LG FRIDGE - White, with bottom freezer, excellent cond. $400. obo. Call 250-339-5243.

VERY LARGE Split-leaf Philodendron. Very nice. Come get it. 250-338-9137.

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

FUEL/FIREWOOD 20 YRD loads. Clean 2x4 ends for Firewood, cheap. Please call 250-334-9559.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS RENOVATIONS • Complete Interior/Exterior • House Additions • Decks, Patios & Fences • Basements Suites & Bathrooms • Kitchens • Drywall • Taping and Painting • Textured Ceilings • Framing • Demolition • Power Washing • Roofs • Carpentry • Plumbing & Electrical • Floors: Ceramic, Tiles & laminate • Vinyl Siding • Maintenance, etc. God Bless You! 28 years experience Good References 250-338-0525

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GARAGE SALES COURTENAY KIWANIS CLUB “Gigantic Junktique Sale” Friday Sept 30 6pm-8pm Saturday Nov 18th & 19th 8am-12 noon at St. George’s United Church Hall corner of 6th Street & Fitzgerald, Courtenay

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

AUCTIONS

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GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest ﬁrewood producer offers ﬁrewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

CAMPBELL RIVER

APARTMENT/CONDO

“Serving Campbell River & Vancouver Island since 1967”

Thursday, Nov. 17 » 6pm Collectable coins, stamps, cast iron cars, jewellery, models, accordion, sax and trumpet, clarinet, piano, artwork, nick knacks, antique furniture from estate, as-new micro suede and micro ﬁbre couch sets, tools and so much more to come in. Check it out on line.

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APARTMENTS / CONDOS TIDES

Beautiful riverfront condo features 2bdrms, 2 bath, 6 appl, electric fireplace, patio, & secured underground parking; moments to Starbucks & shopping and numerous other doorstep amenities; $1000./month; avail. Dec.1

FIVE OAKS VILLA

Well maintained main level condos features 2 bdrms, 5 appl, patio, & assigned parking, in secured entrance building; located near College, shopping & amenities; N/S & N/P; avail Dec 1; $775/month

LAKE TRAIL APARTMENTS

1 & 2 bdrm condos conveniently located with 2 appl and on site coin-op laundry; recent/new renos; decks & windows recently replaced; near schools & bus routes; N/S; N/P; rents from $600/mo; for immediate possession.

ULVERSTON MANOR

2 bdrm lower suite in centrally located Cumberland apartment block; features new paint, flooring, secured entry, 2 appl, & on site coin-op laundry; N/S; N/P; for immediate possession; $675/mo

DRIFTWOOD CONDOS

1 & 2 bdrm condos featuring 2 appl with secured on site coinop laundry; ideal, central location; no need for car to access all amenities; on bus routes; N/S; N/P; rents from $625/mo; N/P; immediate possession.

ARBOUR GLEN

2 bdrm condos feature 4 appl & recent or new renovations; near College, Aquatic Centre and schools; immediate possession.

DUPLEXES PARK PLACE DUPLEX

Impeccably maintained, bright, 2 bdrm, single level home ideally located on quiet cul-de-sac; property features 4 appl, covered private patio area, fenced yard, carport, & shed; has additional room to set up computer, extra freezer, mud room or just extra storage; $1000/mo; N/P; immediate possession.

ROBERT LANG DUPLEX

Upper duplex features 3 bdrms, 1 bath; 4 appl & large deck; near trails & river for walks/hiking; avail Nov 1; S/S; pet may be permitted w/deposit; immediate possession.

HOMES KYE BAY EXECUTIVE HOME

Perfect beach getaway! Brand new 4 bdrm, 3 bath home w/ ocean views incl. high quality finishing from top to bottom –granite, hardwood, stone accents, heat pump, hardiplank, stainless kitchen appliances, plus 2 car garage & 2 decks. Low maintenance property is designed for pure enjoyment! Immediate possession; $1800/mo.

WILLOWWOOD PATIO HOME

Central Courtenay Patio Home features 2 bdrms, 1 bath, 4 appl & patio area; recently renovated; ideally located near parks & shopping; well suited for mature individual or couple; immediate possession; N/S; N/P; $750/month

PINE PLACE

Spacious 2 bdrm townhome features 4 appl., new renovations, patio area & storage; ideally located near schools & all amenities; N/P; N/S; $825/mo; avail Nov 15. Check out our website, for full ad. Viewing: Wed. 9-5 & Thurs. 9-6

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MORTGAGES

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO 2 BDRM apt in Cumberland F/S. W/D. wheelchair accessible, parking for 2 cars. $850. Refs. Avail Dec 1 N/S, 250-334-7111

Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and reﬁnances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca

LARGE 2 bdrm. Free heat & H/W, Elevator. From $725 mo. Call 250-334-4646.

SMALL ADS GET BIG RESULTS!

HOMES FOR RENT

APARTMENT/CONDO

PUNTLEDGE TERRACE. 205 1st St. Courtenay on the Puntledge River. 2 bdrms, 2 ba., 5- appls, Woodstove, N/S, N/P, adult orientated. $850. Avail Dec. 1, 250-339-3638

TWO BEDRM Cumberland, F/S, W/D, N/S $900 336-8545

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SHIH-TZOO/POODLE PUPS 3 males, very clean, well socialized, vet checked, ﬁrst shot, de wormed. Health guarantee $400, Ready to go 26 Nov 2011. Call or come reserve your puppy today!

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FREE: KITTENS to a good home, 1 orange, 2 calico, 1 black & 1 blk/white, litter trained. Call 250-650-3722.

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EDUCATION/TUTORING

DO-IT-YOURSELF Steel Buildings priced to clear Make an offer! Ask about free delivery, most areas! Call for quick quote and free brochure - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.

VI’S HOT-TUB Covers, made in BC. Professional in home service. 250-897-8037.

CUTE ENGLISH BULLDOGS. 9wks CKC, shots/health paper. $700. Email: babapk1@yahoo.com

ELECTRICAL

CAN’T GET Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad & get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-981-5990.

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Stiff? Sore? Stressed out? Relax and unwind with Nicole! Call 250-339-4104 or visit www.cvmassage.com

By The Bay Home Repairs and Sheet Metal

LEGAL SERVICES

RESIDENTIAL CLEANING services available Mon. - Fri. 8:30-4:30 Andrea 650-4124

ESCORTS

PERSONAL SERVICES

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PLATEAU GARDENS Spacious 3 bdrm townhouse located in Comox features 1 + 2 1/2 half baths, 4 appl, and fully fenced patio area; close to schools & all amenities; available Dec 1 w/ possibility of early possession; N/S; small pet may be considered with deposit; $900/month

NOW OFFERING STRATA MANAGEMENT SERVICES

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

GREENBRIER 780 Eighth Street TWO BEDROOM suite. Very bright and spacious unique floor plan. 1,100 sq. ft. Recently redecorated. Large, private deck. Full sized appliances with dishwasher and in suite washer/dryer. Two full baths. Very quiet mature adult neighbours. Three blocks from downtown. Security entry. A very attractive suite. Call David @ 250-338-0267 or John @ 250703-2264.

GLENSHEE 1800 Comox Ave. ONE BEDROOM suite. Very spacious and nicely renovated. Excellent location in downtown Comox. Security entry and elevator. Quiet, mature adult neighbours. Well managed and maintained. No pets. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.

SANDPIPER VILLAGE 1650 Comox Ave. TWO BEDROOM Unique, through floor plan. Bright with southern exposure. Spacious and nicely renovated suite in a quiet, adult building just two blocks from Comox Mall and one block from Filberg Park. Large, private deck overlooking garden area. Nicely renovated. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.

WESTWATER 60 Anderton Ave. Independent Living for Seniors “The Affordable Alternative” TWO BEDROOM SUITE very attractive – fresh renovation. Five appliances including in-suite washer/ dryer. Fireplace. Ensuite. 1,000 sq. ft. Resident social room. Elevator and security entry. A well maintained and well managed building in a quiet neighbourhood just three blocks from downtown. Call John @ 250703-2264.

CARRIAGE HOUSE 1155 England Ave. TWO BEDROOM CORNER SUITE. Bright and spacious. Full sized appliances. In suite storage room. Very attractive and nicely decorated suite. Quiet, well managed mature adult building just three blocks from downtown. Securiy entry. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

CAPRI 1081 Stewart Ave. TWO BEDROOM nicely renovated suite. Very spacious - large end unit with extra windows. Quiet, mature adult building in central Courtenay. Very large bedrooms. Well maintained and well managed building. Security entry, Call John @ 250-703-2264.

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HOMES FOR RENT

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TOWNHOUSES

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COURTENAY- 2 bdrm townhouse, sm cat welcome, background checks req’d $695 Ken, 250-334-8468. NOW ACCEPTING rental applications for 10 new 3 bdrm luxury town homes located just off Ryan Rd. on Centennial Dr. Rents starting at $1250/mth. 250-871-7038 for appointment to view.

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1970 Fitzgerald Avenue, Courtenay

450-19th Street, Courtenay

2 and 3 bedroom available. Quiet complex with on-site management. Reasonable rates. Some completely renovated units with new appliances. Sorry no pets. Security deposit and 2 rental references required.

1 & 2 bedroom available, in quiet secure building, close to Driftwood Mall and bus route. Seniors Welcome. Adult oriented and no pets please. Includes heat, hot water and basic cable. Low hydro. 2 Rental References required.

250-334-3078 WILLOW ARMS APARTMENT

1252-9th St, Courtenay

RUTHERFORD MANOR 1075 Edgett Road, Courtenay

For viewing please call Donna 250-334-9667

For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667

RYAN COURT 1450 Tunner Drive, Courtenay

1015 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay

Close to North Island College includes washer and dryer in suite. Clean and modern 1 Bedroom. Cat okay. Lease required.

Call 250-338-7449

Call 250-334-9717

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

CYPRESS ARMS

VANRIDGE MANOR

1255 9th Street, Courtenay

123 Back Road, 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.

Features 5 appliances, wall-to-wall carpet, blinds, gas ﬁreplaces - gas included in rent. Low hydro. Children welcome. Quiet, wellmaintained 2 bedroom condos. Ideal location, walking distance to Superstore and North Island College. No pets.

Call 250-703-2570

For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667

ST. BRELADES 146 Back Road, Courtenay FEATURES: Fridge/stove, dishwasher, washer/dryer, wall-to-wall carpets, blinds. Children welcome. Quiet, well-maintained 2 & 3 bedroom condos. Ideal location. Walking distance to Superstore and North Island College.

Call 338-7449

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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.

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

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals

Call Pat at 250-703-6965

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.

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

Call 250-334-9717 to view

TOWNHOUSES

TORRY PINES 1560-13th Street, Courtenay Completely renovated 2 bedroom townhouse available. Units feature a private entrance, patio area, and lots of storage. Ideal for family or working couple. Small dog accepted with pet deposit.

Call 250-334-9717

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RENTALS DUPLEXES/4PLEXES COURTENAY. S/S duplex. 2 bdrm + den, W/D, F/S, electric heat. Clean, quite & comfortable. Avail. to quiet N/S tenants. 250-334-3818.

HOMES FOR RENT 4-BDRM HOUSE Merville area acreage/barn, N/S 2 ref. req. $800 + dd. Short term, Dec. 1st. Call 250-338-0967. BLACK CREEK- 4 bdrms, wood stove, W/D, F/S. No pets! Refs req’d. $1000+ utils. (250)337-8005. 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. Houses & Suites 26-2728 1st Street 3 bdrm, 2 bath. N/S, N/P, 3 appls plus microwave. $1100/mth Available Dec. 1 7-1720 13th St 2 bdrms, 1 bath, N/S, N/P, 4 appls. $800/mth Available Dec 1 2705B Urquhart Ave 1 bed, 1 bath N/S, N/P, 4 appls. $700/mth incl utilities Available Dec 1 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.

TRUMPETER’S LANDING modern newer condos bordering the airpark. Avail. units include 1 bdrm & den and 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 6 appls, custom finishing, balconies/patios, underground pkg, storage units, some with wonderful ocean views. N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. Rents from $1,100/mth. WALK TO DOWN TOWN CTNY new, modern 2 bdrm, 1 bath townhouse, 5 appls, elect. F/P, res. pkg. N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed $965 CTNY WEST DUPLEX 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 4 appls, fenced yrd, N/S, small pet. neg Avail Immed $1,050/mth ARGO COURT 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F&S, coin laundry, basic cable & hot water incl., N/S, No pets, cat neg. w/ref. Avail Immed. - $700/mth. $250 moving allowance. Res mgr. 334-8602 HERON’S LANDING 2 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath townhouse, 5 appls, gas F/P, garage, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. - $950/mth UPPER DUPLEX spacious 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, lrg covered deck & yard, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. $975/mth incls. Hydro. PORTSIDE spacious brand new condo in downtown Comox featuring 2 bdrm + media rm, 2 bath, 6 appls, heat pump, gas F/P, garage pkg, high end finishing, ocean view, N/S, No pets. Quiet adult oriented blog. Avail. Immed. - $1,400/mth CLOSE TO COLLEGE 3 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse, 5 appls, gas F/P, balcony, N/S, No pets. Avail. Dec. 1 $875/mth PUNTLEDGE PARK TOWNHOUSE, 3 bdrms, 1 1-2 baths, 4 appls, Gas fireplace, garage, fully fenced back yard, Avail Dec 1 $925-mth DRESSAGE COURT 3 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse, 5 appls, gas F/P, patio, N/S, No pets. Avail Dec. 1 $875/mth PARK PLACE MANOR, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, balcony, gas F/P (gas incl.), res. pkg, N/S, No pets. Avail. Jan 1/12 $805/mth ROSEWOOD TOWNHOUSES, newly renovated 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, basic cable incl, N/S, No pets. Avail. Dec 1/11 $700/mth FOR RENT - UNION BAY $800. 2 Bdrm home. Private location, quiet street. Fridge/stove. No pets. Available December 1st (or sooner if required). References. Phone 250-751-1409 or hammondbaybb@shaw.ca

FOR LEASE ofﬁce space, ground level on 5th Street, Cty. Prkg avail apx 800 SQ FT, Nov 1. 703-0044/334-7119

2123 Murrelet Dr 3 bdrms, 3 baths, fenced yard, single garage, 5 appls. N/S $1250/mth Available Immed.

SNOW TIRES $400 FIRM Federal Himalaya 225/45R17 3 mos. use - LIKE NEW Call: 250-897-2615

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CARS 1999 VOLKS Golf 117000km Exc. condition summer/winter tires w/rack $6000 250-3347026 2005 PONTIAC Sunﬁre. White, 2 door, auto, 34,000 KM’s. Excellent Cond. $7,000 obo 338-9137 after 5pm.

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