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Turned away at operating room door No bed available at Comox hospital for his post-surgery recovery Scott Stanfield Record Staff

George Harrison was oh so close after waiting two years for abdominal surgery. Accompanied by his wife Shirley, the 81-year-old checked into St. Joseph’s General Hospital on Wednesday morning, donned a hospital gown and got as far as the operating room door, only to be turned away because no beds were available. Apparently the emergency department was spilling into the hallways with patients needing beds at the Intensive Care Unit. It was the fifth time the Courtenay resident has been bumped from surgery. “I’m really upset,” said Harrison, the Environmental Initiative Award winner at the 2010 Community Awards, recognized for a bottle drive campaign that has raised $87,000 in 14 years for charity. “I don’t like to blow my own horn, but I have done so much for the special children of this Valley, and then when I want something, everybody’s looking out the window.” Harrison has three hernias, but his doctor said they are not causing the pain in his abdomen. The exact problem is unknown. The plan Wednesday was to explore by scope to determine if anything could be done surgically, which would have placed Harrison in ICU. He is to be rescheduled for the first opening after the new year. “But I still gotta suffer the bloody pain till after the new year,” he said. Hospital administration regrets any time an operation is cancelled, president/CEO Jane Murphy said in an interview. “To have it cancelled particularly at the last minute,

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GEORGE HARRISON REACHED the operating room door at St. Joseph’s General Hospital on Wednesday when exploratory abdominal surgery was postponed for the fifth time. PHOTO BY SCOTT STANFIELD

we know, is very unfortunate. We do sincerely apologize for that.” The hospital, Murphy added, works “extremely hard” to prevent cancelling surgeries, which she said has occurred just a handful of times in the past four to six months. “That being said, our goal would be to not have to cancel surgeries,” said Murphy, who credits the efforts of physicians, surgeons and all hospital staff. Post-operatively, Murphy said it is critical to assure the appropriate type of bed and level of service to provide quality of care needed by patients. “It’s a little different in every case,” she said. “Sometimes it really is hour-by-hour ... It has been very busy, particularly the last 24 to 48 hours. There’s peaks and valleys to it that sometimes are a little difficult to predict. Finding beds for all our patients has been a challenge, particularly in the last little bit.” Shirley questions where health-care funding — including lottery money — is going. She also points out that a regional hospital is “way down the road” while people like George are waiting in the wings. “Can we get even a smidge more money going into hospitals so the sick people can at least have a chance of surviving?” she said. Murphy said the hospital is maximizing its resources and being as efficient as possible to care for and maintain a smooth patient flow throughout St. Joseph’s. Administration, she added, is working closely with the Vancouver Island Health Authority, especially in terms of seniors and residential care, and community programs to support longer stays in homes or earlier discharges from the hospital, with appropriate supports. “That’s a key area that we’re focusing on are alternative level of care patients,” Murphy said. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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Three charges facing woman Record Staff A Cumberland woman who is facing charges of fraud following a police investigation into her three child-care facilities in the Comox Valley will make her next court appearance Jan. 5, 2012. Victoria Ann Rutenberg, 37, is charged with three counts of fraud over $5,000. In June, Comox Valley RCMP commenced an investigation following a tip from the public, and worked jointly with the Ministry of Children and Family Development’s fraud unit. Rutenberg made her first court appearance Thursday, with defence lawyer Robert Miller acting as agent for her lawyer, Doug Marion. Rutenberg is the owner of After School Fun, formerly operating at Cumberland Elementary School; After School Fun Club, formerly operating at Royston Elementary School; and Fun Club After School Care, formerly operating at Courtenay Elementary School. Comox Valley RCMP note she is alleged to have fraudulently received funds from the Ministry of Children and Family Develop-

PENNIES FOR PRESENTS Chris Simpson donates pennies to Comox Valley Record staffer Karen Goldby. You can do the same in a Black Press campaign that buys Christmas gifts for children who might otherwise go without. Bring them to the Record office at 765 McPhee Ave. in Courtenay.

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LIGHTS ARE LIT at Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens north of Courtenay for the annual Christmas display courtesy of owner Bryan Zimmerman.

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years. “To open in December, I start (decorating) in early October, and it’s an ongoing process. I am continually replacing, adding and changing lights,” he said. With about a 50-50 split between traditional incandescent and LED lights, Zimmerman’s display also includes handcrafted lit decorations in the shape of balls, trees and a shooting star. Two new additions this year to the garden include an inuksuk made out of horseshoes and sparkling trees now frozen in a pond, he noted. To add to the holiday feel, the Cantiamo Choral Ensemble will perform at the gardens Dec. 18, 21, 22 and 23 at 7 p.m. along with visits from Santa Dec. 17, 18, 22 and 23 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The garden lights and Santa’s Barn are open every night from 5 to 9 p.m. until Jan. 3. Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens is located at 6183 Whittaker Rd., north of Courtenay. Admission is $8. For more information, visit http://woodlandgardens.ca.

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Bryan Zimmerman may have thousands of rhododendrons in his backyard, but it’s a sure bet he has more Christmas lights lighting up the night sky. Zimmerman’s Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens sparkle with thousands of lights hanging from trees, bushes and lit wooded pathways, a tradition which grew from Santa’s Barn years ago. “It’s kind of a family tradition,” explained Zimmerman. “But we don’t do it exactly the same every year.” Zimmerman’s garden lights are displayed throughout a portion of his 24 acres of forested land, located about a 15-minute drive north of Courtenay. The walk begins and ends at Santa’s Barn — a building decorated with Christmas trees, candles, garland and, of course, lights. Zimmerman has lost count as to how many thousands of feet of lights he’s collected and hung over the year, but does admit there are more than in previous

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Village applying for recreation cash Skatepark and resurfacing of courts part of recommendation from staff Scott Stanfield Record Staff

Cumberland council approved a recommendation this week to support a recreation program application dubbed Cumberland Village Park Infrastructure Project to a maximum of nearly $405,000. The intent is to construct a skatepark, replace the playground structure, and resurface the tennis and basketball courts. Coun. Kate Greening opposed the recommendation from Dave Durrant, manager of community services. “How can this fit into Village Park when we haven’t finished what we started?” said Greening, noting the

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Village Park name is already used. The rest of council supported the application, which Durrant feels is a good fit with the Village master plan. “We need to shoot high and hope for the best,” Coun. Roger Kishi said. According to public input, replacing the playground and constructing a skatepark are the most desired projects. Resurfacing the courts were also identified as priorities. The skatepark would be designed by

Man arrested in grow-op bust Comox Valley RCMP arrested a 27-year-old man from Black Creek after they discovered 1,070 marijuana plants inside a residence on Macaulay Road. On Dec. 13, Comox Valley RCMP searched the home after a report of suspicious activity this fall. They note the property contained what appeared to be an unoccupied residence and a large shop. Police found a professional large-scale marijuana growing operation inside the shop. They add the elaborate operation was separated into multiple growing rooms that contained marijuana plants at different stages of production. A large amount of expensive growing equipment and electrical components were seized as part of the investigation. The man is facing possible charges of production of a controlled substance and theft of telecommunications (electricity). He was released on a promise to appear for court attendance at a later date. If you have any information about growops, contact the Comox Valley RCMP at 250338-1321. To remain

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and heritage home protection bylaw. The motion stemmed from resident Donna Lemay’s concern about “the most beautiful tree in Cumberland” that was cut down last month to make room for construction, she said in a letter to council. She notes Edward W. Bickle of 2750 Dunsmuir Ave. planted the London Plane tree ROGER KISHI — one of four at this youth in conjunction property placed on the with Spectrum Skate Cumberland Heritage Park Creations, while Tree Registry — in elementary school chil- 1921. “It is rumored the dren would decide on lot(s) the playhave been ground. cleared T h e We need to to make applic a t i o n shoot high and hope room for a new deadline for the best. is Dec. Roger Kishi library,” Lemay 28. Prostates. vincial grants are available “Does that mean that to municipalities and the heritage houses at regional districts, with 2750 and 2744 Dunpriority given to small- smuir are also slated for destruction?” er communities. ••• If the application is The Village will successful, the province would provide upwards develop a Climate of $323,000. The Village Action Strategy to would kick in nearly address requirements $81,000, $50,000 of of Bill 27, and develop which will come from a plan to address CliTrilogy Group. The mate Action Charter other $30,000-plus commitments, explorwould come from annu- ing carbon offset opporal budgets from the tunities and liabilities. The province has next three years. mandated local govern••• Council directed ments to take action staff to provide a report to mitigate greenhouse in January about a tree gas emissions and to

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prepare for the effects of climate change. By signing onto the charter, the Village committed to being carbon neutral in respect of its operations by 2012. The topic will appear on the agenda at a town hall meeting at the end of January. ••• Committee of the whole meetings are scheduled for 10 a.m. Dec. 29 and 5:30 p.m. Jan. 16 in council chambers. The first is a procedural workshop. Trilogy president/CEO John Evans will provide an update at the second session, which will also include a water and sewer update from the municipal engineer.

Homes around the Valley are sparkling with festive colours and decorations, and to start a new holiday tradition, or continue a long-standing one, jump in a sleigh (OK, car) and take a drive around town. The Record has complied a list of some houses to drive by. To add more festive displays to the list, e-mail the street address to: features@comoxvalleyrecord.com. • 47-1970 Fitzgerald Ave., Courtenay; • 5581 Horne Rd., Union Bay; • 1612 Sussex Dr., off Crown Isle Drive, Courtenay; • 3015 Royston Rd., Cumberland; • 1467 Sonora Pl., off Cortez Crescent, Comox; • 909 Highwood Dr., Comox; • 10th St. East, off Back Road, Courtenay.

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Meter stats revealed Staff report to Comox council explains water metering Erin Haluschak Record Staff

Although the data is limited, early numbers indicate there are potential savings for customers in Comox who switch to paying for actual water used in their homes. This was a finding by Don Jacquest, the director of finance for the Town, who presented council during a committee of the whole meeting Wednesday with a residential water metering update. In the report, Jacquest noted there are more than 1,300 singlefamily homes metered, which represents about 30 per cent of customers. Jacquest added more than 1,300 readings were captured electronically this past month. The Town purchases its water from the Comox Valley Regional District’s water system at a cost of over $1.4 million per year for just over 2.4 million cubic metres of water, providing water for more than 5,500 customers. Almost all of those customers are charged a flat-rate fee of $303 per unit, per year. Jacquest added there are about 50 customers who are metered and who are billed quarterly for their actual water use. Coun. Barbara Price inquired about how

metering could impact metered for years, strata units. water consumption “Typically, the drops significantly. meters are installed on “ ... most of them are the connection lines. If using below a mark of there’s one connection 60 per cent less than line for multiple units, single-family homes. then they Typically, get one the straw a t e r ta uses m e t e r. much less What typw a t e r ically hapthan a pens is we singlegenerally family put the home on meter at a singlethe propfamily erty line. lot. That’s That way simply we capbecause ture three stratas kinds of BARBARA PRICE tend to w a t e r not have use,” explained Jac- so much landscaping,” quest. he said. “We capture the “The other thing is water that goes all that it’s going to be a the way to the unit, corporate decision of whether it’s residen- the strata to decide tial or commercial, we whether they want to capture any irrigation swap from paying a flat systems that tee off (fee) over to paying by between our connection the meter. The strata point and the building, is free to continue to and we capture any pay a flat rate in perpeline losses because the tutity if they want.” line in between the Jacquest also indiedge of the property cated in his report that, is the responsibility beginning Jan. 1, the of the property owner. CVRD will increase its If we want to capture bulk water rate from all three of those, the $0.59 to $0.62 per cubic meter bascially has to metre. He added the be at the edge of the increase will cost the property line.” Town an extra $72,000 Jacquest added that, for 2012 and will have based on data provided to be included in the from the City of Cour- water budget for 2012 tenay for multi-family and future years. photos@comoxvalleyrecord.com units that have been

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Injured sailor rescued from wallowing freighter Aircrew from 442 Transport and Rescue Squadron evacuated an injured sailor from the deck of a bulk log freighter, 370 kilometres southwest of Sandspit on Monday evening. Crews were dispatched from 19 Wing Comox after Joint Rescue Coordination Centre Victoria received a call from the freighter at 11:30 a.m., notifying that a crew member had suffered a severe leg injury. A CH-149 Cormorant helicopter and a CC-115 Buffalo fixedwing aircraft were both called to respond. The Cormorant arrived at the ship at approximately 5:30 p.m. and the Flight Engineer and Search and Rescue Technicians (SAR Techs) began a hoist operation. “The ship was moving up and down with the seven- to eight-metre sea swells and due to the logs on the main deck, we were only able to use the small area at the stern of the ship to lower our two SAR Techs aboard,” said Sgt. Carl Schouten, the flight engineer responsible for operating the hoist. “Because of the

antennae mast and support cables, we had to lower them from 65 feet.” As the SAR Techs were lowered onto the deck, the Buffalo circled above, dropping flares to aid in the operation. “We arrived over the ship first and were able to tell the ship’s naviga-

tor how to prepare for the arrival of the helicopter in terms of positioning the ship and turning off the radar to minimize radio interference,” said Capt. John Edwards, aircraft commander of the Buffalo. Once the SAR Techs had stabilized the patient for transport,

he was flown to Sandspit to the waiting Buffalo. From there, he was flown to Comox and transferred into the care of the B.C. Ambulance Service in stable condition. The patient’s present medical condition is unknown. “This was a total team effort in terms of personnel and air-

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Dr. Leo C. Johnson wishes to thank Dorothy, Doris, Vicky, Line, Jill, Carolyn, and Allison for their hard work and dedication. He also wishes to thank all of the dental practice patients for their support and the greatest gratitude to those who have made patient referrals. New patients are always welcome.

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From September 26th to mid December, the Queen of Chilliwack will replace the Queen of Burnaby in servicing customers traveling between Powell River and Comox. The Queen of Chilliwack has a smaller vehicle and passenger capacity therefore, customers should consider carpooling or travelling outside peak sailing times, and arriving at the terminal a minimum of 30 minutes in advance of the scheduled sailings on busy travel days. During a recent reﬁt the Queen of Chilliwack had extensive upgrades to safety equipment. Due to these upgrades you may experience different loading patterns. Persons with disabilities who will require special assistance must identify themselves to the Ticket Agent or Terminal staff. Due to Safety Regulations, customers are unable to remain on the vehicle deck during sailing. Thank you for sailing with BC Ferries.

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Cumberland store’s community impact honoured Seeds Natural Food Market is ‘doing good.’ Before opening, owner Tina WillardStepan’s work history included a lot of experience in community development, so this has been a big focus of their business since the beginning, nearly four years ago. That’s why the Cumberland store was recently named one of 10 semi-finalists for the Best Community Impact Award with BC Small Business. Seeds is constantly thinking up new ways to invest in their community. “This is why we chose this as a business project,” says Willard-Stepan, “because there are lots of ways to make an impact. It’s pretty cool to be recognized for this provincewide.” Their initiatives include things like: programs for students about sustainability and eating more nutritious food, a World Community Film library, sponsoring local community-building events, regularly donating to the local food bank, sponsoring the school community

TINA WILLARD-STEPAN IS the owner of Seeds Food Market in Cumberland. PHOTO BY SHARON MACDONNELL garden and supporting the local lunch program that feeds kids in need.

Products and services also reflect wider community values. Seeds’ purchasing

policy, for instance, is intentionally focused on supporting other local businesses, farms

YANA prepping for celebration February is a great time for a celebration and that’s exactly what happens at YANA’s dinner auction. It’s a celebration of the community who so enthusiastically supports this home-grown charitable organization. It’s a chance for those who are very familiar with You Are Not Alone and those who aren’t, to come together, to laugh and cry and share the warmth of helping families with sick children. YANA was started in 1986 by Sandra Williams after her family discovered firsthand the devastation of having a child at Children’s Hospital in Vancouver and a family here in the Comox Valley. Thanks to her vision and the hard work of her friends and family YANA was born. The continued dedication of the volunteers and the community keep families together during their most difficult times. With four apartments near BC Children’s Hospital in Vancouver, assistance with the financial burden and the knowledge that you are not alone, families from our com-

munity are able to concentrate on the love and care of their children without the added stress of a temporary home and the financials means to keep on going. The 2012 YANA din-

ner auction takes place at the Filberg Centre on Feb. 24. There’s a silent and live auction with the always-entertaining Dave Stevens. Tickets are $50 available by calling the YANA office at 250-

871-0343. Tickets sell out quickly. For further information about YANA, visit www.yanacomoxvalley. com and follow them on Facebook. — You Are Not Alone

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and food manufacturers, and recirculating money back into the community. This contributes to a healthier environment and a more resilient local economy. By opening their doors in a community that did not have groceries available, the impact on customer lifestyle is obvious — it makes a huge difference for citizens to have access to basic services in their own community, especially when approached with all of these larger values in mind. “They give a lot to the community — in the most basic way by providing a muchneeded service,” says staffer Patricia Leeson. “And in a bigger picture way by being so conscious about their business decisions and how they give to the community.” Seeds will now begin an adjudication process with a panel of business leaders from around the province to make it to the next stage of the award process. Seeds is one of 10 nominees in the category. Seven are on the Lower Mainland, one is on the Sunshine

Coast and the other is in Nanaimo. The top five finalists in each category will be announced Jan. 30. The final winner will be announced at a Small Business BC Gala party in Vancouver in February.

Seeds Natural Food Market is at 2733 Dunsmuir Ave., on the corner of Third Street and Dunsmuir. For more information, visit www.seedsfoodmarket.ca. — Seeds Natural Food Market

Merry Christmas OUR HOLIDAY HOURS: The Comox Valley Record oﬃce will be closed Friday, December 23 and Monday, December 26 Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

Let the spirit of love gently fill our hearts and homes. In this loveliest of seasons may you find many reasons for happiness. From the management and staff.

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Never a dull moment for the Comox Valley RCMP Nov. 21 • Unknown culprits vandalized a car on the 900 block of 17th Street in Courtenay. The culprits smashed the front windshield, dented the driver’s side door and ripped a rear view mirror off. Nov. 22 • A report of a domestic assault was reported in progress on the 1100 block of Willemar Avenue, Courtenay. Police attended and found a male and female that had been in a physical altercation. Charges were laid against the male and he was released for a future court date. • Comox Valley RCMP received information from the City of Courtenay of an indecent act in the hot tub at the Comox Valley Aquadic Centre. This investigation is continuing. • The Comox Valley RCMP received a complaint of an indecent act by using a social media website. A female youth reports receiving a photo of a male, naked from the waist down, on her cell phone. The suspect male is known by the female. This investigation is continuing. • RCMP received a complaint from an angry mother, who disclosed that her son, who is underage, had been delivered a bottle of alcohol by a local company and was not asked for identification showing he was old enough to possess the alcohol. Nov. 24 • The RCMP responded to a call of a domestic assault in the 3800 block of Warren Avenue, Royston. It is alledged that a male had assaulted a female at that location and had then left. The suspect male was arrested and then released for court at a later date. Shortly after being released the male was

POLICE BEAT again arrested and held in custody after reattending to the residence that he had been prohibited from going to by way of a Criminal Code undertaking. This investigation is continuing. • Comox Valley RCMP received a report from a female who reported that her Blackberry had been stolen from the changeroom of the Comox Community Centre at 1855 Noel Ave., Comox. Nov. 25 • The RCMP attended to a complaint of a severly injured male walking on Lake Trail Road at 10:43 p.m. Police attended with BC Ambulance and located a male who was suffering with large cuts to his facial and forehead area. The investigation is continuing. Nov. 26 • Comox Valley RCMP received a complaint from a business owner on the 800 block of McPhee Avenue in Courtenay. It is reported that a 2004 Black Interstate box trailer with BC licence num-

ber ULT77W along with its contents of tools was stolen from the yard at that location. The investigation is continuing. • RCMP responded to a call of a vehicle running into a concrete barrier at Hall and Waveland roads. The investigation revealed a female had been driving under the influence of marijuana and was subsequently given a 24-hour suspension for drugs. A small amount of marijuana was located and seized for destruction. • A male visited a former roommate’s residence in the 1100 block of Edgett Road in Courtenay to retrieve a welfare cheque that had been sent there by mistake. An argument ensued, which ended with the male throwing a planter through the residence window. This investigation is continuing. • The Comox Fire Department attended a structure fire at 2144 Anderton Rd. in Comox. While on scene they were having prob-

lems with the motoring public failing to obey directions and driving over their hoses. • A vicious domestic assault took place on the 900 block of Anderton Road in Comox. It is reported that a female was grabbed by the throat and was slammed into the back door of her residence and then the accused male head-butted her in the nose and she lost consiousness. The male turned himself in later at the police station and was released for a future court appearance. • RCMP and the Comox Fire Department attended a blaze aboard a boat at the Comox Marina. The cause of the fire was not established, and this investigation is continuing. Nov. 27 • A case of willful damage was investigated by the Comox Valley RCMP after a report was received of kids kicking down a section of fence on First Street and Arden Road in Courtenay. Patrols were made but the five youths were not located. • An RCMP member stopped a vehicle on Cliffe Avenue in Courtenay for a defective rear taillight. Upon speaking to the driver,

it was found that he had been consuming alcohol. The driver was given a 72-hour immediate roadside suspension and his vehicle was impounded for 72 hours. • A report was received from a male who lives on the 600 block of McPhee Avenue in Courtenay of vandalism to a vehicle. He reported that he parked his vehicle in his driveway and when he came out to the vehicle in the morning, his back window was smashed. • A complaint of theft and fraud was received from the London Drugs store security. They report a male enetered the store and took two items from the shelf

and then attempted to claim that he had purchased the wrong item and wanted to return them for cash. The male

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Realtors chip in for YANA Comox Valley real estate agents gave from the heart to the tune of $778, and had a good time doing it at this year’s zone Christmas luncheon. Nearly 100 realtors belonging to the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board (VIREB) turned out for the luncheon in Courtenay. A chance to interact with their peers, share war stories and to partake in a delicious meal, it was the ideal way for Comox Valley realtors to wind up 2011. “It’s a super turnout,” said zone director Corey Zaal. “Everybody’s having fun, and that’s what’s supposed to happen.” One of the speak-

OUTGOING VIREB PRESIDENT Jim Stewart and zone director Corey Zaal attended the recent zone Christmas luncheon. ers at the event was outgoing VIREB president Jim Stewart, who congratulated local realtors for their community involvement,

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Lace up skates and meet Santa You’re invited to join Santa at the Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD)’s sports centre this Saturday during the Everyone Welcome skate for a holiday celebration. “This special event will kick off our winter break schedule that runs from Dec. 17 to Jan. 2,” said the CVRD’s manager of recreation programs, Jennifer Zbinden. “It is a great time of the year to get together with friends and family and take part in one of the many winter break drop-in sessions at the CVRD sports and aquatic centres.” Skaters are encouraged to wear their favourite seasonal sweater, and a helmet, for a chance to win some fantastic prizes. The Game Zone will be in full swing with music, games and lots of fun. You can even have your photo taken with Santa on the Zamboni. The skate runs from 3:15 to 5 p.m. and regular admission rates apply. For more information on the Santa skate or to download the winter break schedule, visit www.comxovalleyrd.ca/rec. The Comox Valley Regional District is a federation of three electoral areas and three municipalities providing sustainable services for residents and visitors to the area. The members of the regional district work collaboratively on ser-

generated via donations and through a 50/50 draw were distributed to You Are Not Alone (YANA) Comox Valley — a community support organization that assists families needing funding to pay for travel and other expenses when they have children requiring out-of-region medical treatment. “This is the only organization of its kind,” explained realtor and event organizer Harmony Dyck. “A lot of people just can’t afford to travel if their kids have to go to the BC Children’s Hospital. YANA makes that travel possible.” — Vancouver Island Real Estate Board

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It’s the friendly “welcome” you’ll hear the moment you walk into an Italian cafe. Bosch Benvenuto means welcome to an entirely new coffee experience and flavour you’ve only tasted from professional baristas. From a small espresso to 2 large cups of cappuccino, simply choose your grind. Then, with the touch of a button the Benvenuto’s revolutionary ARMASWIRL system extracts the flavour from each bean for the richest tasting coffee you’ve ever experienced.

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The perfect gift for the Scotch lover on your gift list! Let them enjoy sampling over 40 diﬀerent Whiskeys with fabulous food pairing and a complimentary nosing glass and seminar on Saturday, February 4 from 7pm to 10pm (free ride home in the Comox Valley). Presented by the Comox Rotary Club and Westerly Hotel with proceeds going to St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation and Wheels for Wellness.

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ARMY OF VOLUNTEERS Pastor Darryl Burry and community ministries director Brent Hobden of the Salvation Army flank past Courtenay mayor Greg Phelps on the eve of the Christmas tree lightup on Fifth Street. Phelps has been a longtime friend and supporter of The Salvation Army. At right, Judy and Jackie brave the chilly air and ring bells in front of Walmart for the Christmas Kettle Campaign, the Salvation Army’s largest fundraiser of the year.

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Volunteers have assisted Trent coho for 30 years Fish and game protective association to celebrate 75th anniversary The Courtenay and District Fish and Game Protective Association looks forward to ringing in the new year with its 75th anniversary. After moving from several areas over the years, the association finally settled down on approximately 150

acres on Comox Lake. With the hard work of volunteer members and donations from local merchants, it has evolved into a beautiful facility with various activities for its members and guests to take part in. The heart of the organization is the dedication to conservation and wildlife management. A coho program on the Trent River has kept many volunteers busy for almost 30 years. Each year in Novem-

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BUSY GROUP ber, adult coho are caught by club members and transported to a community hatchery where fertilized coho eggs are reared for seven months. Dedicated members monitor the progress of the eggs during this time. As fed fry, they are transported back to the upper Trent River system to feed and mature for a year, before they make their way downriver to the estuary and

then to the open ocean, where they will spend another year and a half before returning to the Trent River to spawn. When Courtenay and District Fish and Game commenced the program, the run was down to a few dozen fish. By the third year, the run size had improved to several hundred adults and it has remained at that level ever since. — Courtenay and District Fish and Game Protective Association

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Last market before new year Farmers’ market will resume Jan. 7 at Native Sons Hall You’re invited to join throngs of other shoppers enjoying the last market before Christmas this Saturday at the Native Sons Hall on Cliffe Avenue from 9 until noon. Market stalls, heavy with the bounty of local farms, orchards, bakeries, barns and beaches, are a feast for both appetite and eye. Weaving the atmosphere into one colourful tapestry is the music of Rodney MacMillan (singer, guitar, harmonica) along with his special guests Al West (acoustic bass, vocals) and Shelley Brown (fiddle player extraordinaire and vocals). Tastes range from the gourmet to the practical. For entertaining: smoked tuna, award winning cheeses, savoury artisan breads, local walnuts and filberts. Sparkling ruby red jams and jellies, chutneys, pickles and preserves, fresh pasta and pesto, tantalizing pizzas. Responsibly raised meats and fowl are available direct from the farmers: Cor-

nish hens, free range chickens and turkeys, local pork, lamb, beef, bison and even goat can be found at the market. The sausages and cold cuts produced from these animals are all delicious additions to your holiday groaning boards. Holiday breakfasts are extra special when you serve free range eggs, homemade scones and muffins, toasted seedy bread slathered with local honey and wild berry jams. For great beverages there is apple cider and wonderful freshly roasted coffees. Local market gardens are still harvesting kale, chard, bok choi, leeks, celeriac, fennel and root vegetables. Onions, shallots and lots of delicious squash are still making an appearance, adding colour and flavour to any turkey dinner. Freedom Farm’s sauerkraut is the real thing and great served with a baked ham. Fawkes Farm has an array of heritage apples, fabulous baked in pies, crumbles, or just popped into the oven until soft and bursting with flavour. Cranberry Mama has a huge variety of cranberry jams, jellies and condiments to add snap to a variety

of Christmas appies and entrees. Mince tarts, shortbread, oatcakes, gingerbread men, chocolate mice, French pastries made by a French baker, brownies, cookies, and a daunting array of every sort of cinnamon bun known to humans, tease the taste buds of lover of sweets. After all, Christmas is not Christmas without sugary confections in all their forms. Scrumptious vegan, dairy, and gluten free options are also offered. Look for interesting gifts for cooks and

foodies, and don’t forget doggie treats for the beloved pooches on your list. Wonderful, naturally scented salves, soaps and botanical skin care products make lovely stocking stuffers as well. The farmers’ market will reopen Jan. 7 at the Native Sons Hall for another year. Keep in touch with what’s happening at the market, and what vendors are bringing on Facebook, or check out www.comoxvalleyfarmersmarket.com. — Comox Valley Farmers’ Market

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Celebrating dark with light A TOTAL OF 459 hand-painted bags filled with warm clothing, personal hygiene items, cards and home-baked cookies were prepared by 90 EDAS (Everybody Deserves A Smile) volunteers for distribution to the homeless and disadvantaged.

Everybody deserves smile An army of volunteers filled the Cumberland Recreation Centre on Sunday to fill shopping bags with freshly baked cookies, warm clothing and personal hygiene items for women, men and children. It was part of the Everybody Deserves A Smile (EDAS) project, demonstrating that people care for one another. In about three hours, 459 hand-painted bags were filled and ready for delivery to

the agencies that will distribute them to the homeless and disadvantaged. Three hundred of the bags will remain in the Comox Valley and will be handed out at the Sonshine Soup Kitchen, the Wachaiy Centre, the AIDS Society, Four Square Church and some will be distributed on the streets of the community. The remaining bags are destined for Victoria and will be distributed through the Street Lines Centre Mat Pro-

gram. Another group of EDAS volunteers will gather in Nanaimo in mid January to prepare more bags for people in that city and area and Victoria. Chantal Stefan, founder of EDAS, thanked all the donors and volunteers from the Comox Valley community for their support and for exceeding the number of bags ever filled at a work party until now. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Everybody Deserves a Smile

The fourth annual Winter Solstice Contemplative Celebration, combining music, readings and meditation, will be held this Sunday. It runs from 4 to 5 p.m. at 250 Beach Ave. (Comox United Church). Sponsored by the Comox Valley Unitarians, with the Mystic Valley Voices Choir as special musical guests, this non-denominational service is designed for adults and teenagers or older children who would enjoy such a service. At the same time, while the adults and youth are at the service, there will be a separate childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s program suitable for ages up to 11 and nursery care for the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;small ones.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; The annual Christmas/ Solstice potluck dinner and variety show will be held after the service.

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Friday, Dec. 16 C.V. NEWCOMERS Women’s Walking Group (for those living in Comox Valley less than 2 years) meets for Tin Town walk; meet at Rialto Theatre parking lot, 8:50 a.m. FMI: Kate 250-338-9310, Betty Lou 250-218-7908, Doris 250-871-3407, www. cvnewcomers.net. COURTENAY Library presents Christmas Storytime, 300–6th St., 2 p.m. Stories, poems, songs & fun to celebrate the season. FMI: Mary Donlan 250-334-3369. COMOX Legion steak night: steaks 6:30–7:30 p.m., dance with music by Rick Benn to follow. Advance tickets $8.50/person (until Dec. 14). Open house at Branch all weekend.

Saturday, Dec. 17 COURTENAY & District Fish & Game Turkey Shoot, at Shotgun Facility, 10 a.m. Open to all. Special events for Juniors & Ladies; trap, skeet & 5-stand. Cost $7/round of 10 birds. FMI: 1-250-287-8685. COURTENAY Library presents Christmas Storytime, 300–6th St., 10:30 a.m Stories, poems, songs & fun to celebrate the season. FMI: Mary Donlan 250-334-3369. 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., 1:30–2:30 p.m. Adults all ages (men & women) welcome. Drop-in by donation; no experience required; wear comfortable clothes. FMI: 250-339-2687. C.V. SKATING Club presents its winter gala Let It Snow, Sports centre #1, 2 p.m. Admission by donation. FMI: Kathy 250339-9872.

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Tuesday, Dec. 20 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:

Wednesday, Dec. Wednesday Dec 21 ROYAL Canadian Naval Association meets, Comox Legion, 1 p.m. Guests welcome. FMI: 250-339 5498.

Thursday, Dec. 22 UNITY Comox Valley presents Christmas Candlelighting Service, Rotary Hall, Florence Filberg Centre: carol singing 7 p.m., service at 7:30 by Dr. Rev. Gail Muzio of Victoria. FMI: www.unitycomoxvalley. com, 1-866-853-9866.

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Saturday, Dec. 24 CUMBERLAND United Church Christmas Eve Service, First & Penrith, 7 p.m. All welcome to traditional candlelight service; children can participate in Nativity scene at end of service, costumes provided. FMI: Julianne 250-400-7084.

Tuesday, Dec. 27 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.

Friday, Dec. 30 C.V. NEWCOMERS Women’s Walking Group: no walk (New Year’s).

Saturday, Dec. 31 COMOX Legion New Year’s Eve Dance to Charlie Wells Band, cold plate available & champagne at midnight. $25/person, seating plan in place.

Friday, Jan. 6 C.V. NEWCOMERS Women’s Walking Group (for those living in Comox Valley less than 2 years) meets for Foxxwood walk; meet at Comox Public Works, Guthrie & Torrence, 8:50 a.m. FMI: Glayne 250-339-0036, Gina 250-8909336, Sharon 250-941-1819, www.Cvnewcomers.net.

Friday, Jan. 13 C.V. NEWCOMERS Women’s Walking Group (for those living in Comox Valley less than 2 years) meets for Courtenay Heritage walk; meet at Native Sons Hall parking lot, 360 Cliffe Ave., 8:50 a.m. FMI: Kate 250338-9310, Doris 250-871-3407, Susan 250-871-4422, www. Cvnewcomers.net.

Friday, Jan. 20 C.V. NEWCOMERS Women’s Walking Group (for those living in Comox Valley less than 2 years) meets for Mac Laing/ Llama Farm walk; meet at Port Augusta Marina parking lot, 8:50 a.m. FMI: Glayne 250339-0036, Sharon 250-9411819, Doris 250-871-3407, www.Cvnewcomers.net.

Friday, Feb. 3 C.V. NEWCOMERS Women’s Walking Group (for those living in Comox Valley less than 2 years) meets for Roy Morrison Greenway walk; meet at Puntledge Park, 1st St. & Menzies, 8:50 a.m. FMI: Bev 250-8712027, Glayne 250-339-0036, Louise 250-871-1443, www. Cvnewcomers.net.

Friday, Feb. 10 C.V. NEWCOMERS Women’s Walking Group (for those living in Comox Valley less than 2 years) meets for Campbell River Seawalk walk; meet at Home Depot recycling area, 8:50 a.m. Carpool $5/passenger. Brunch at Willows Market afterwards (2266 S. Island Hwy.). FMI: Maureen 250-871-3337, Brenda 250-871-3680, Kate 250-338-9310, www.Cvnewcomers.net.

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Snowy owls visit us about the same time as snow white with a few beige or brown speckles on their wings and heads; the females and juveniles are heavily barred and spotted resembling muddy patches in the melting snow, providing them with the perfect camouflage whilst sitting on the nest. Snowy owls are daytime hunters, searching for prey between dawn and dusk; they have a high food requirement and use the “sit and wait” method of hunting from a low vantage point, swooping down when prey is spotted. These owls are opportunistic feeders but lemmings are their favourite. They also dine on snowshoe hares, ptarmigans, small mammals and

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erful legs clad in long shaggy feathers hiding their sharp black talons. Dense layers of feathers are especially designed to insulate the owl against the extreme winter temperatures. In addition they conserve energy by spending many hours standing motionless, preventing heat loss. In summer they will regulate their body temperature by panting and spreading their wings. Male snowy owls are predominantly

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Of poinsettias and pine cones, quoth the Duchess I want to know who is having luck with rejuvenating last year’s poinsettia. Personally, I have not had a lot of success. My mom on the other hand... We are told it takes special attention to get a poinsettia to reproduce its brilliantcoloured bracts. Doug Green states on his website, http://beginner-gardening.com, “... not complicated but it does demand specific cultural controls with little room for error.” Yikes! The last nine words are certainly intimidating. Not meant for the faint of heart. Not very encouraging for a beginner gardener which I assume is his target audience through his website. It is generally known poinsettias need a period of darkness in order to trigger the “reblooming” of their bracts. With some variation, the rule is complete darkness for roughly 12 hours per day over a six-week period. After six weeks, the poinsettia then requires full sunlight. Where is that going to happen in this part of the world at this time of year? There is also the matter of correct temperature and humidity to be considered. By the time one has read through all of Mr. Green’s recommendations they are likely running out to the nearest nursery to buy a new poinsettia for this year. Not picking on just Mr. Green... all of the experts proclaim this procedure in order to attain a stunning poinsettia from last year’s leftover. But wait! There is hope for us faint-hearted poinsettia rebloomers. During a visit to my parents’ condo early in November I was doing my usual bit of fussing in their solarium. The

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Beaufort launches new website Beaufort Children’s Centre, located at North Island College, has just launched its new website at www.beaufortchildcare.ca. The fresh and inviting site provides lots of information for new and existing families with young children, including program philosophy and goals, staffing, enrolment and fee information, and photo

gallery. The site was donated by Courtenay web development firm Digital Bloom. Beaufort Children’s Centre offers three early care and learning programs for children ages 18 months to five years. The centre is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and serves North

Island College students, faculty, and community families. “The new website is a great way for new families to learn more about Beaufort and for existing families to find out about upcoming events, such as Morning Meet and Greets and our Annual Silent Auction,” says new administrator Ocean Kneeland. “Families can download

application forms and submit them by e-mail, mail, or in-person. It’s very easy and convenient.” For more information about Beaufort Children’s Centre, you can visit its new website: www.beaufortchildcare.ca or contact Ocean Kneeland by phone 250-897-1233 or e-mail admin@beaufortchildcare.ca. — Beaufort Children’s Centre

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Socks in stock Sock Soirée is a family-owned small and local business new to the Comox Valley that retails fun, funky, Earth-friendly, highquality, artistically designed socks. The business offers crew, knee high, over the knee and tights in vivid patterns, stripes and solids in gentle Earth tones. Sock Soirée specializes in women’s socks but also has excellent outdoor/hiking/expedition men’s styles and a sweet assortment of children’s socks. Unique socks are made from recycled cotton, natural fibres and quality wool blends of cashmere, alpaca, merino, angora and virgin wools.

The focus is to support independent designers and/or family-based businesses as suppliers with socks made in Canada or the USA. In the near future, Sock Soirée will offer its own designs made in Canada, hopefully B.C. Sock Soirée events are hosted at local shops to promote and support local business creating a fun, relaxed and different type of shopping environment or experience for those who are purchasing. These events attract and bring all types of people together. Sock Soirée will be at the Freakin Coffeeshop in Tin Town this Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. — Sock Soirée

Naturopathic doctor Heather Marinaccio is retiring, effective Dec. 31, and passing the baton to her colleague Erika Kneeland, ND. Dr. Marinaccio has seen many changes in her profession since 1981 when she first established her naturopathic practice in the Comox Valley. At that time she was the only female naturopathic physician in B.C. and the only N.D. north of Nanaimo on Vancouver Island. Few people knew anything about naturopathic medicine. Heather gave talks and courses in 12 different communities to expand awareness and to develop her practice. She gratefully acknowledges the support she received from local health food stores and Edible Island Food Co-op. Over the past 30 years she has welcomed many new N.D.s to the Comox Valley and the North Island. Marinaccio has par-

We would like to take this opportunity opportunit nit ityy to t say Thank You to our loyal customers, neighbours, associates and friends. Knowing people like you makes doing business a genuine joy for us all year long.

DR. HEATHER MARINACCIO (right) is retiring and passing her Comox Valley naturopathic practice to Dr. Erika Kneeland. ticularly enjoyed working with Kneeland over the past two years and is confident that she leaves her practice in good hands. Marinaccio confides that she will miss her patients. She is very grateful for their support over the years and their participation in a

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

Domestic violence on the rise In spite of the Purple Ribbon campaign earlier this year to publicize domestic violence, local statistics paint a grim picture. Community Based Victim Services in the Comox Valley dealt with more cases of sexual violence in the first three-quarters of this year than in all of 2010. Incidents of domestic violence are also on track to exceed 2010 figures, Community Based Victim Services domestic violence worker Jennifer Woods and sexual violence worker Isobel McKinnon reported recently. From Jan. 1 to Sept. 30, 2011, Community Based Victim Services dealt with 101 adult domestic violence files — 90 female and 11 male. In the same period, there were 64 sexual violence files — 57 females and seven males. Twenty-one were adults, and 43 were younger than 18. These numbers are not from Victoria or Nanaimo. Domestic and sexual violence is increasing right here in the Comox Valley. Societal factors are among the causes, Woods said, noting the highest rate of domestic violence occurs on Super Bowl Sunday, especially in the United States. January is the worst month, she added, as people start arguing when the bills come in after Christmas. Christmas itself, the happiest time of the year for many of us, causes extra stress among people trying to cope with unemployment, substance abuse, depression and/or the long-term effects of childhood traumas. The societal expectation of yuletide good cheer can rub emotionally wounded people the wrong way, causing them to lash out — usually at whoever is closest to them. The RCMP and the courts deal with the resulting violence, but we should be thankful for RCMP Victim Services and Community Based Victim Services, too. Let’s not forget the Salvation Army, food bank, Sonshine Club soup kitchen, Santa’s Workshop, Secret Santa and the many other volunteers who do their best to make Christmas better for others. God bless you every one. editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Record Question of the Week This week: Forty per cent of respondents said ICBC is treating elderly drivers unfairly. Next week: Are you spending more on Christmas gifts this year than you did last year? Visit www.comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote in the Poll on the mainpage. Som Comox Valley residents Some have created impressive Christmas light displays for the enjoyment of others. We publish a list in today’s newspaper.

Concerns about overcrowding, overworked staff and patient care are increasing, lessening our confidence in St. Joseph’s General Hospital.

More hospital beds needed Dear editor, It is now over a year since the creation of the transition unit at St. Joseph’s Hospital. The transition unit is a 22-bed unit on the second floor of the hospital (previously the surgical ward) that is provided for patients, mostly elderly, who are no longer in need of acute care, but not ready to be discharged. Most of these patients are awaiting placement in long-term care facilities and are designated ALC (alternate level of care). To create this dedicated unit, the third floor of the hospital, which had previously been the medical floor, was changed to medical and surgical, in the process eliminating 18 acute-care beds. There was a great deal of opposition from the medical staff, the nursing staff and everyone else in the hospital, as well as the community at large to the loss of acute care capacity in the hospital. Over 8,000 people signed a petition opposing the change and the staff and community made joint appeals to VIHA (Vancouver Island Health Authority) to provide adequate residential care in the community so that acute care beds did not need to be taken away. VIHA didn’t respond. The administration didn’t bend. Michael Pontus, who was the CEO of St. Joseph’s at the time, was asked by a delegation of staff and community members to come to a public meeting to answer questions and explain and defend the actions of the hospital. He declined but said that he would be pleased to do so any time after November 2010, once the new unit was up and running. It must have slipped his mind after that because no such meeting has taken place, and now he is no longer the CEO. The justification given by

the St. Joseph’s administration for cutting acute care beds was that the creation of the transitional care unit would solve the problem of having ALC patients in acute care beds. It was said that with the TCU none of the remaining beds in the hospital would be needed for ALC patients. This had to be done,

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the administration said, because VIHA had not fulfilled its promise of new residential beds in the community. Losing 18 acute care beds has made a terrible situation even worse with no respite for the pressure on the emergency department and staff on the third floor run off their feet. There is still a desperate need for residential care beds in the community and now the situation in the hospital is worse. This was what the medical staff, nurses, unions, and community predicted and it has been proven correct. The administration “promised” that the creation of the transition unit would mean that none of the remaining acute care beds would be needed for ALC patients. That was a promise impossible to keep. St. Joseph’s has, now, routinely, a minimum of six ALC patients, and usually many more, above and beyond those in the transition unit. They are put in acute care beds wherever they can be found,

first in the old pediatric unit (six beds on the first floor that are, for all intents and purposes, a holding area for the TCU), on the medical-surgical third floor, in psychiatry. On Nov. 30, for instance, the medical director and the vicepresident patient services notified the medical staff that, “We are in Overcapacity Protocol Level 5. We have 5 admitted patients in the ER and 7 in ER Overflow. We have a total of 31 ALC patients” and asking, “Could all physicians please review once again their patients for discharges. Thank you for your assistance.” This is not unusual. It is ‘normal’ for St. Joseph’s. The request and the numbers are typical. I think that it’s time for the health care community and the community at large to stand up to VIHA, the Ministry of Health Services and the Clark government and put some fire behind the demand to increase the number of public residential care beds in our community. It’s time the administration of St. Joseph’s Hospital did the same. Barbara Biley, Courtenay P.S. Whether, someday, we get two new hospitals or one new hospital or no new hospitals, we need the residential care beds and we need them now.

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‘If I had a magic wand’ Dear editor, I applaud Sharon Lacey’s letter to the Record (Dec. 14), titled Driving a privilege, not a right. However, if I had a magic wand, I would go several steps further. No one allowed a licence to drive on our roads until that person has attained their 20th birthday. This would eliminate aggressive teenage driving, thereby reducing serious injury and death to our younger citizens and those less fortunate to get in their way. In return, free public transit for all those aged 19 or younger. Driver’s licence valid for a maximum 50 years, to expire on a persons 70th birthday. (Sorry,

seniors, you had 50 years, now step aside and let someone else have a go). This would eliminate the highrisk category seniors over 70 of being involved in an accident. In return, free public transit for all those aged 70 or better. Further benefits would include less congestion on our roads, less carbon emissions, less demand on our natural resources (oil), fewer accidents, slower ICBC insurance hikes, less drain on our overburdened medical system and increased public transit ridership. Of course, this idea would never be adopted by our government. It might just work! Name withheld by request

ICBC like Communists Dear editor, Thank you, Mary Gellatly, for your comments about ICBC. You are, as I am, fed up with this monster that has been imposed on us. But one word you used — privatized — I think is not quite right. Private insurance companies are those that operate privately, and sell all kinds of insurance. I see now that the NDP critic (unnamed in the Daily) is criticizing the proposed raises by ICBC, and about the high salaries paid to ICBC bureaucrats. I was not living in B.C. when ICBC came into existence. But I would wager that it was the NDP that did it.

Can we not see what they are doing? Raising the rates on the mandatory part that we have to buy from them, in order to drive, and lowering the rates on that part we can buy from “private” insurance companies. I have hated ICBC ever since we moved here. Don’t anyone tell me to move if I don’t like it here. I fought Communism in Korea, and this is a lot like it. Folks, can we have some debate on this, please? I do not want to hear from ICBC, telling me that ICBC is the best there is when I do not have any freedom Neil M. Deck, of choice. Courtenay Editor’s note: ICBC was introduced in 1973 by the NDP.

Mental capacity test unfair Dear editor, In response to the letter from Sharon Lacey, I must rebut to her criticism of my letter last week. Firstly, my original letter was edited down in the Record, omitting a few crucial points. In the original letter, I did not object to the medical exam — merely the cost of it — up to $125. The new mental capacity test given by the family doctor varies widely from very challenging to quite simple — depending on the doctor. Is this fair? This test decides whether or not the driver is required to take the computerized test.

The computerized test required is impossible for people who are not computer literate — no matter what their age. If you want a second attempt, it costs you $300. I didn’t say we shouldn’t have an actual driving test if necessary — just not in Nanaimo or Victoria. We do get hearing aids when necessary, and part of the medical exam tests our vision. I hope you think as casually about giving up your independence when you reach the magic age, Sharon. Mary Gellatly, Courtenay

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Adding insult to disability Dear editor, While parking in a ‘disabled spot’ is neither a privilege nor a right — it is, for many of us, an absolute necessity. Jim Hubbeard’s letter (Record, Dec. 14) about the ‘able-bodied bullies’ who have little better to do than patrol and police our parking was spot on. A disability is not an exclusive reserve of

the aged. Disabled, or handicapped parking is not something one earns; nor is it always the consequence an obvious physical impairment. A disability is more than a ‘pain in the ass’ and believe me, anyone of us would happily park a mile away from our destination if it meant we could return to being healthy and

No disclosure very suspicious Dear editor, I have been waiting to see if Comox Valley Common Sense has the decency to reveal the names of its members. Obviously they do not, so they must have something to hide. The candidates they backed during the municipal election might well be the best people for the jobs, but the last thing we need in this Valley is a secret organization

Socialists out of luck in Valley Dear editor, Some socialists in the Comox Valley seem to believe that local politics must be played according to their rules, rather than having players introduce another way of playing. The Vote Common Sense players sure riled those who figured the rules favoured the socialists. Now some socialists are smearing graffiti over the face of their political opponents. Bill Paddon, Courtenay

manipulating election results. Their website had an article praising MLA Don McRae for the work he had done in connection with the proposed new hospital for this area. I cannot now find this writeup, but we need more information about CVCS before the next federal, provincial or municipal election. Anne Thompson, Comox

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Back to the drawing board Dear editor, It was rather interesting, and somewhat unsettling, to say the least, to learn that our new mayor is relying on data for gauging the level of homelessness in the Valley by turning to on-the-street hearsay accounts that may or may not be totally accurate or reliable. He conveyed this questionable information to the public while being interviewed on CBCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s morning show On the Island a couple of weeks back. Then soon after that, a reporter from a local paper ran with it from there. Overall, it seems a bit strange, too, that the mayor, as well as a large part of our community, consider the homeless as only those who are unfortunate enough to have to live outside and are lacking a roof over their

local overnight facilities but also couch surfing and who canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem to escape living on the edge from day to day. And never quite know when they just might end up outside living under a tarp in the bush this winter. Speaking to that, I did speak with someone who works at a local social service agency who informed me that this dilemma is most disturbing for women, particularly since they often have to make the bad choice of shacking up with a man they would in better circumstances avoid at all cost. (Remember Ruby who used to push the shopping cart around town?) While Tom Grantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s idea of obtaining more trailers to help relieve local homelessness is to be commended, it still doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t address the question adequately. What of the chronically homeless folks with obviously complex problems we are so familiar with hanging around downtown? Those whom simply having a roof over their heads just doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t cut it since they desperately need other programs to keep them safe and out of trouble? I really think it

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head. I beg to differ, since my take on homelessness also happens to include all those who have no fixed address; those who canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t afford or are simply unable to find a place to rent for one reason or another. (Estimates are somewhere around 250 locals who find themselves in this pickle.) You know, these are the folks not only cycling in and out of

Barkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worse than their bite Dear editor, With the civic elections over, letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recap this dog park business, because our new Comox Town council will soon tackle the thorny issue of whether or not Fido is having a good time. On one hand, we had Mr. C. writing letters to editors saying anyone who doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want a dog park in their neighborhood is an elitist NIMBY. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know where elitism enters the picture. I take it to mean people who have opinions that differ from his. But Mrs. C. wrote a letter to the editor saying a dog park can go anywhere, which may have led to some stony silences between those two. Meanwhile, pacing nervously behind door No. 3, we have someone signing her letters as a dog outlaw. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not sure what that is. It sounds like a name for a sociopath. But democracy always provides a reality check. Their dog park candidate received a sound thrashing in the election. Apparently their bark was worse than their bite. Ainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t democracy grand? At least some of them finally fessed

up and admitted they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want just one dog park, they want lots of dog parks. Good luck, council. J. Cates, Comox

is most unfortunate then that the plannedfor shelter on Cliffe became such a political football and that it has all gone back to the drawing board. And as far as the cost question? That was all a red herring from Day One. There is no shortage of wellresearched studies that point out that it is far more cost-effective to get that small handful of chronically challenged folks off the streets than have them constantly stressing out emergency wards, City staff, and local policing and court resources. For a start, I highly recommend that the new mayor and council read Malcolm Gladwellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (science writer for New Yorker magazine, former New York bureau chief for the Washington Post) â&#x20AC;&#x153;Million Dollar Murray: Why Problems Like Homelessness are easier to solve than manageâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a quick and easy read in Gladwellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2009 book What the Dog Saw and other Adventures. It puts a whole new light on the homelessness question by showing us how Reno, Nev., came up with a very cost-effective solution to the problem. Rick James, Sandwick

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What do you do with Mr. I’ll Drive If I Want To? I watched a recent television news story about a traffic collision that interviewed family members exiting the courthouse. One of the people lamented that if the known bad driver had been prohibited from driving the whole incident that brought them there never would have happened. If only it were that simple, because a driver will only stop driving after being prohibited if they want to comply with the law. My contact with a driver like this began when I stopped a business vehicle for speeding. The driver was the sole proprietor of the business and had been prohibited from driving for, you guessed it, too many speeding tickets. He explained to me that if he couldn’t drive, he couldn’t carry on his business and his family would be in trouble. I did feel sorry for his plight, but dealt with him as the law required. Fast forward a few weeks and I saw the same business vehicle in traffic again. Knowing the owner’s prohibited status, I stopped it and found the same man behind the wheel.

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Nunsense a truly habit-forming stage production In keeping with its annual holiday tradition, Courtenay Little Theatre is gearing up for its latest offering, set to run at the Sid Williams Theatre from Boxing Day to New Year’s Eve. Nunsense is about five nuns from the Little Sisters of Hoboken, who are putting on a fundraiser in the auditorium of Mount St. Helen’s Catholic School. Onstage is a set from the school’s musical Grease and the reason for the fundraiser in this unlikely setting stems from an urgent need to raise funds to bury the last four of 52 nuns who died when Sister Julia served them vichyssoise soup that gave botulism to all who ate it. The four dead nuns are safely ensconced in the convent’s freezer while they await interment, and thus the madcap merriment begins… Nunsense is a musical revue, full of song, dance and jokes, and is a fun, lively show meant to lightheartedly showcase “the humour of the nun” rather than to make a social comment. The wacky characters in the show are based on the nuns who taught Dan Goggin, the originator of the revue. It is rife with puns and some double entendres but is very entertaining in its own right, without sex, swearing or disrespect toward the church or Catholic faith. Nunsense is an awardwinning show (four Outer Circle Critics Awards, including Best Musical) that ran off-Broadway for over 10 years and has been produced worldwide to great acclaim with over 5,000 performances in 21 different languages, plus eight spinoff shows. Director Tony Arnold, well-known to Valley audi-

COURTENAY LITTLE THEATRE presents Nunsense, which is kicking up its heels at the Sid Williams Theatre. Seen in rehearsal (left to right) are Crystal-lee Young (Sister Mary Hubert), Kim Tsang (Sister Robert Anne), Kate Morrison (Sister Mary Leo), Meghan Hanley (Sister Mary Amnesia), and Jeannine Taylor (Sister Mary Regina, the Mother Superior). PHOTO BY TERRY PENNEY ences, has teamed up with choreographer Susan Bradshaw and musical director Sharon Pridham to bring to life the show’s roll-in-theaisle funny skits, songs and musical genre spoofs. Bradshaw and Pridham have made a quick transition from working together on Rainbow Youth Theatre’s recent Anne of Green

Gables, which Bradshaw choreographed and helped direct, with Pridham as stage manager. Having worked with the large cast of 65 adults and children in that show, both are pleased to be working with the five-member cast of Nunsense, which Pridham describes as her “dream team.”

The triple threat (singing, acting and dancing) demands of the show are skillfully executed by the dedicated cast, which consists of Jeannine Taylor (Mother Superior), Crystal-lee Young (Sister Mary Hubert), Kate Morrison (Sister Mary Leo), Kim Tsang (Sister Robert Anne) and Meghan Hanley (Sis-

ter Mary Amnesia). Many hours of rehearsal have gone into each priceless scenario in the hit musical comedy. Joining them onstage will be a four-member band, with Daniel Dowker on piano, Janet Shaw on synthesizer, Tom Spratt playing saxophone, and Paul Charter on drums.

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SISTER MARY REGINA (the Mother Superior), played by Jeannine Taylor, is a former circus performer with a sense of humour in CLT’s holiday production of Dan Goggin’s Nunsense. PHOTO BY TERRY PENNEY

Arnold. “These nuns all have an interesting past, and worldly as well as spiritual aspirations. To me that is very interesting and then I listened to the wonderful music on a CD, and I was hooked!” Arnold is also quick to emphasize the team aspect of producing the kind of high quality community theatre for which CLT is renowned. “The most uplifting aspect of directing in community theatre is that it gives so many people a chance to express themselves. We have organizers, writers, set builders, painters, puppet makers, window dressers, poster designers, costume designers and makers — the list is endless — all con-

tributing to the final product onstage. That is what it is all about!” The entire team from CLT consider this holiday show to be their gift to the people of the Comox Valley, spanning the lull between Boxing Day and New Year’s Eve with entertainment. Tickets are selling quickly. They would be great for those last-minute stocking stuffers and the special new year’s special, which will give audiences a chance to “ring in the new year with the nuns,” is expected to sell out completely. Nunsense will be performed at the Sid Williams Theatre in Courtenay on Dec. 26 at 2 p.m., Dec. 27 to 30 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 31 at 7:30 p.m.

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Students acting out This Saturday, in more settings. “It’s a giving the characters the drama room at wild ride that kids will voices. It all ended up Lake Trail School, love,” says Patrick. as a hilarious youth TheatreWorks StoryThe play was born driven script that was Theatre students will as a project in Patrick’s much more fun than present Pirates, Rein- StoryTheatre class and sitting at a computer!” deer and Elves, Oh consequently the crePirates, Reindeer My! ation process, like the and Elves, Oh My! is Tickets are only $2 story, has been any- a comedy and due to and a donation each student to the food bank bringing her own with the perforI wanted the students sense of humour mance starting at an incredibly to be involved in all aspects it’s 1 p.m. charming one. E v e r y b o d y of putting the play together “One girl had knows at least one and so we gradually develthe idea of havChristmas story. ing overweight oped an outline through “Twas the night reindeer who before Christmas improv, which they expand- have been sitting and all through ed on by telling the story around all year,” the house...” says Patrick.” and giving the characters This year, Add those on however, The- voices. Kymme Patrick top of pirates atreWorks is putrobbing Santa, ting a different elves with conspin on all things tradi- thing but traditional. flicting personalities tional with the original The teenaged students and a child so spoiled play Pirates, Reindeer have been practising she makes Dennis the and Elves, Oh My! their improvisation Menace look like an Directed by Kymme and storytelling skills angel, and you have a Patrick, this children’s from character devel- recipe for fun. play is more than your opment to recreating Pirates, Reindeer typical heart-warming fairy tales. and Elves, Oh My! is “I didn’t want to just suitable for children of Christmas tale. Throughout Pirates, write the script,” says all ages. Come ready Reindeer and Elves, Patrick. “I wanted the for many laughs, lots Oh My! which, though students to be involved of fun and the joy of written for children in all aspects of put- Christmas. will also be enjoyed by ting the play together For more inforadults, the audience and so we gradually mation, contact thewill visit a family pre- developed an outline atreworks@shaw.ca or paring for Christmas, through improv, which 250-792-2031. Santa’s workshop, a they expanded on by — TheatreWorks pirate ship, and many telling the story and StoryTheatre

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Quartet plus one sounding smooth Come enjoy the smooth sounds of five of the Comox Valley’s most talented jazz musicians as they tap into your Christmas spirit on the eve of Christmas Eve at Joe’s Garage in Courtenay. Singer Jenn Forsland, accompanied by bassist Tim Croft, saxophonist Pat MacGibbon, guitarist Jim Lambert and drummer Aaron Amar, will engage her audience with a charming ability to tell the

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Film festival tickets for sale An opportunity to travel the world and experience first-hand the challenges, triumphs and hopes of others living in the global village awaits you. It’s time once again for the World Community Film Festival, held in Courtenay this Feb. 3 and 4. The festival gets off to a start Feb. 3 with the film JustDo It. With unprecedented access, director Emily James spent over a year embedded in activist groups such as ClimateCamp and Plane Stupid, documenting their clandestine activities. JustDo It introduces you to a powerful cast of mischievous and inspiring characters

Author signing This Saturday between 2 and 4 p.m., Bev Smit will be at Blue Heron Books on Comox Avenue to sign her latest book. A New Kind of Normal is a comprehensive guide including product information, nutrition and baking tips for gluten free and restricted diets. Smit spent over 10 years compiling the information, meal plan and recipes for this book. The book is also available at the Laughing Oyster Book Store in Courtenay and in Campbell River at The Healthyway Natural Foods. You may also purchase the book online through Trafford Publishing or contact Smit at anewnormal@ shaw.ca. — Bev Smit

who put their bodies in the way. They superglue themselves to bank trading floors,blockade factories and attack coal power stations en masse, all despite the very real threat of arrest. JustDo It is an absorbing, illuminating and at times very funny film. With over 30 films shown in four different venues, Feb. 4 is considered the main event of the festival. Themes such as community economic development, environmental issues, human rights, social and women’s issues, native rights and international solidarity are explored with passion, hope and creativity. When not viewing films, visit the bazaar

in the upper Florence Filberg Centre, where community groups will be on hand to give out information or to sell merchandise related to the various issues raised during the festival. It’s also a great place to relax and have a snack. A festival pass for both days is $32 (Friday evening $14, Sat-

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Long and McQuade in Courtenay is offering a new piano course designed especially for singers who want to accompany themselves on the piano (or those wanting to accompany a singer). It is not the traditional method of learning piano and requires no note reading or playing children’s songs or classical pieces. It will give you the tools to learn any song, transpose songs into any key, write your own songs and sing harmony. This course will be taught by Andrew Lorimer, one of the Valley Idol producers. Lorimer has played the piano for 43 years, professionally for the past 30 years, including 15 years with the Canadian rock band Prism, and tours of duty with the Headpins, Toronto (featuring Holly Woods), Susie McGregor, Simon Kaos and Corey Feld-

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Black Swan recital this Saturday The Black Swan School of Celtic Music is having its annual Christmas recital this Saturday in the Rotary Room of the Florence Filberg Centre.

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Backyardigans perform twice The adventure continues! Koba Entertainment’s smash hit Quest for the Extra Ordinary Aliens is an out-of-thisworld theatrical production that will lead families on a heroic quest through the whimsical escapades of the Backyardigans. The Backyardigans gang — Pablo the penguin, Tyrone the moose, Uniqua the purplespotted creature, Tasha the hippo, and Austin the kangaroo — are five high-spirited preschool friends whose zany imaginations are whisking them on yet another epic adventure! Quest for the Extra Ordinary Aliens takes the audience on a nonstop musical expedition as the Backyardigans become Daring Detectives, Cookie Security Guards and Space Ace Reporters who travel in hot pursuit of a mysterious space ship and its missing passengers — the cookie-crumbing Aliens! Tag along with the gang and their extraordinary host as they travel to shivering Frozen Toes Mountain, the blistering Hot Footsy Desert, and the volcanic Lost Pirate Island — singing and dancing the whole way! The Backyardigans — Quest for the Extra Ordinary Aliens is a finger-snapping, toetapping, mind-boggling adventure that will have the whole family dancing on the edge of their seats. Set to 21 eclectic songs by the Backyardigans’ TV series composer Evan Lurie, this engaging musical

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Time to get away from the in-laws and have a festive drink with old friends!

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Favourite jazz standards anything but forbidden Trio joined at Zocalo CafĂŠ by guitarist Jim Chew The Forbidden Jazz Trio returns to Zocalo CafĂŠ this Sunday for a special matinĂŠe performance. The group, consisting of Jake Masri on trumpet and vocals, Jim Chew 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. Joining the trio on lead guitar is Jim Chew. Jim has explored all areas of music over the past 35 years, from trios to show bands, both live and in the studio. During his teens, Jim was inspired by Django Reinhardt, and went on to study classical guitar for three years. He eventually discovered a passion for jazz, which led him on a path of playing and teaching in the jazz program at Mount Royal College in Calgary. When he wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t playing jazz, he supplemented his income as a commercial freelance musician.

BASSIST GRAHAME EDWARDS and vocalist-trumpeter jake Masri will perform Sunday with Forbidden Jazz. This experience left him with a broad base of influences, which he can now apply to his playing style. Jim resides in Campbell River and performs with the CR Little Big Band. Talented multiinstrumentalist Grahame Edwards studied music at the Universi-

ty of British Columbia and holds a diploma in fine arts from the University of Calgary. Aside from electric and acoustic bass, Grahame also plays percussion and trumpet. He has appeared with countless local ensembles and productions in every genre from choral to musical theatre,

big band jazz to classical. His first musical love, however, lies with improvised music and he enjoys playing and composing his own jazz tunes. In addition to performing, Grahame has taught privately and in the Campbell River School District, and enjoys sharing his

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music through conducting workshops and clinics. Over the years, he has studied with many respected jazz musicians including Don Clarke, Phil Nimmons, Chris Nelson, and Paul Horn. No stranger to the local music scene, Jake Masri draws his inspiration from classical repertoire to musical theater to Afro-Cuban/ New Orleans, and bebop styles. His passion for jazz is directly linked to artists such as Harry James, Miles Davis, Chet Baker and Arturo Sandoval. As a performance major at VCC, UVIC and UBC, Jake studied trumpet with Boyd Hood, Gerald Gerbrecht and trombonist Dave Robbins. His studies in jazz exposed him to pros such as Mike Herriot, Bill Clarke and Hugh Fraser during the local CYMC summer program. Among his favourite vocal instructors are Ann Mortifee, Rhiannon, Ysaye Barnwell and Wendy Nixon Stothert. Since moving to Comox in 2002, Jake has appeared with Quintessence Brass; 6th Street, Jazztown, and Jazz Noir combos; Sounds of 17, Georgia Straight, Arrowsmith and CR Big Bands; Strathcona Symphony

Orchestra, and Just in Time Jazz Choir. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re invited to join Forbidden Jazz for a casual, entertaining evening. Music commences at 2 p.m. and admission is by donation. For more informa-

tion, contact Zocalo CafĂŠ & Gallery at 250331-0933, visit www. zocalocafe.ca or simply drop by the corner of Fifth Street and Cliffe Avenue in downtown Courtenay. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Forbidden Jazz Trio

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MONKEY WRENCH WILL play New Year’s Eve at the Bridge Lounge in Courtenay.

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acts as Waylon Jennings, Tanya Tucker, Dolly Parton, Melissa Etheridge, Trooper, Michelle Wright, Patricia Conroy and Dwight Yoakam. • Shane Claude Demers (bass and vocals). A 17-year veteran of the music industry, Shane’s musical credits include a signed project with Atenzia Records in Sweden, extensive international performances and many private functions. He has opened for some of the most recognizable names in rock over the past 20 years including Bif Naked, Rick Springfield, 54-40, Nazareth, Trooper and Streetheart. • John Kelly (drums and percussion). Having started his performance career in his father’s band at the age of 17, John has since gone on, over a 24-year career, to start his own band, play for other bands across the

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Michael Clayton PG / Coarse Language and Violence. Shows Daily at 6:50 & 9:20. presents Mats Sat & Sun at 12:50 & 3:20.

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Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows

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PG: Violence Pass restricted until December 30th

Saturday & Sunday Mats: 12:55 & 3:30 Monday to Thursday Mats: 1:55

Nightly: 6:40 & 9:30 Saturday & Sunday Mats: 12:45 & 3:30 Monday to Thursday Mats: 1:45

New Year’s Eve

The Adventures of Tin Tin: Secret of the Unicorn

Friday to Tuesday: 6:55 & 9:35 Monday to Thursday Mats: 1:35

OPENS WEDNESDAY | PG: Violence

Wed. & Thurs. Dec. 21 & 22: 7:00 & 9:25 Wed. & Thurs. Mats: 1:55

Hugo | PG: Violence ENDS TUESDAY MATINEE

Nightly: 6:50 & 9:20 Saturday & Sunday Mats: 12:35 & 3:20 Monday to Thursday Mats: 1:35

PG: Coarse language ENDS TUESDAY

Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked | G Pass restricted until December 30th

Nightly: 7:10 & 9:20 Saturday & Sunday Mats: 1:05 & 3:40 Monday to Thursday Mats: 2:05

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Tues. to Thurs. Dec. 20 & 22: 6:50 & 9:555 Mon. & Tues. Mats: 1:35

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Children & Seniors $8.75; Adult & Youth $9.75; PLUS $3.50 for 3D, does not include special performances

Open Until 2am Thurs-Sat

Box Office Hours: Every evening from 6:00-9:45, Sat- Sun: 12:00 -3:45; Weekday Matinees: 1:00 - 2:15 pm

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Known as the house band at Darcy’s Pub in Victoria, Monkey Wrench is one of B.C.’s most successful cover bands from Courtenay. The band, which will play Jan. 31 at the Bridge Lounge in Courtenay, has performed throughout Canada and the U.S. and is regularly booked for functions including special performances for Canada’s armed forces personnel. Monkey Wrench is: • Norman James Allan Rodgers Gordon (guitar and vocals). A professional musician for over 20 years, Norm has performed extensively around the world (Finland, Sweden, China, Dubai, Bahrain, Canada and the U.S.) for such bands as Cairo Boys, Brent Lee and the Outsiders, Farmers Daughter, Blue Oyster Cult, Taylor James, and Ozone. During his career he has had the opportunity to open for such

AVALANCHE BAR & GRILL jjam night i h every Tuesday d at 8:30 p.m. Comedy night on the third Thursday of the month, starting at 9 p.m. House Ten85 DJs live music starting every Saturday at 9 p.m. FMI: 250-331-0334. COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY open Mondays to Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Art exhibits The Boxing Match by Bill Friesen & Marci Katz and SPIN by Rebekah Clarke and Miranda Kent until Dec. 31. Annual Christmas Craft Fair until Dec. 31, open Mon-Sat 10 to 5, open Sundays 11 to 4 and later hours Xmas week. FMI: 250338-6211, www.comoxvalleyartgallery.com or Facebook fan page called Comox Valley Art Gallery. CORRE ALICE GALLERY in Cumberland at 2781 Dunsmuir Ave. Comox Valley H’artists exhibit until Dec. 30. Hours 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. FMI: 250-400-4099. ELKS HALL in Courtenay offers open mic Wednesdays, 8 p.m. FMI: 250-334-2512. GATEHOUSE BISTRO AND GALLERY displays jazz paintings by Neil Boyle for December. FMI: Betty Boyle at 778-428-0530 or the Bistro at 250-336-8099. GRIFFIN PUB north of CFB Comox host to Jazztet every Sunday from 5 to 9 p.m. MEX PUB has a Rock ‘n Country Jam ‘n Dance hosted by Outlaw Fever on Tuesdays (except the first Tuesday of the month), starting at 9 p.m. MUIR ART GALLERY open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 440 Anderton Avenue, Courtenay. Tuesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. FMI: www.comoxvalleyarts.org. PEARL ELLIS GALLERY in Comox open Tuesdays to Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays 1 to 4 p.m. Members’ fundraiser show & sale to Jan. 22. Gallery closed for Christmas break Dec. 19 to Jan. 9. FMI: www.pearlellisgallery.com. POTTERS PLACE in Courtenay open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Gordon Hutchens guest artist in December. FMI: www. thepottersplace.ca or 250334-4613. WAVERLEY HOTEL jam night with Brodie Dawson and friends runs every Thursday, no cover. Visit www.waverleyhotel.ca. WHISTLE STOP PUB house band Big Fun on stage each weekend. ZOCALO CAFÉ, bassist Tim Croft plays duets with different musicians in various genres Thursdays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Anderson Jazz Syndicate performs on the last Friday of each month. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. Macro photography in November.

Friday, Dec. 16 LAURIE TINKLER SCHOOL OF DANCE presents Nutcracker, 7:30 p.m., Sid Williams Theatre. FMI: 250-338-2430 or online at www.sidwilliamstheatre.com. ALEXANDRIA MAILLOT at Joe’s Garage. Guest performers Joey Clarkson and Brodie Dawson, 8:30 p.m. Tickets at Bop City Records.

Saturday, Dec. 17 SHANE PHILIP at Waverley Hotel. Doors open 9:30 p.m. Advance tickets at Bop City, the Waverley or by phoning 250-336-8322. FMI: www. cumberlandvillageworks. com.

LAURIE TINKLER SCHOOL OF DANCE presents Nutcracker, 2 and 7:30 p.m., Sid Williams Theatre. FMI: 250-338-2430 or online at www.sidwilliamstheatre.com. THEATREWORKS STORYTHEATRE presents Pirates, Reindeer and Elves, Oh My! in drama room at Lake Trail School, 1 p.m. Admission $1 and food bank donation. FMI: theatreworks@shaw.ca or 250-792-2031. BLACK SWAN SCHOOL OF CELTIC MUSIC Christmas recital, Florence Filberg Centre, 7 p.m. FMI: David Stevenson at 250-890-0297. BEV SMIT signing latest book, Blue Heron Books, 2 to 4 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 18 FORBIDDEN JAZZ TRIO at Zocalo Café, 2 p.m. Admission by donation. FMI: 250-331-0933 or www.zocalocafe.ca.

Monday, Dec. 19 CELEBRATION SINGERS present a Christmas concert, St. George’s United Church in Courtenay. Tickets available from choir members, at Blue Heron Bookstore in Comox, or House of Color in Courtenay.

Friday, Dec. 23 TIM CROFT QUARTET plus JENN FORSLAND, Joe’s Garage, 8:30 p.m. FMI: Call 250-702-6456 for reservations. Tickets at door or Bop City Records.

Monday, Dec. 26 COURTENAY LITTLE THEATRE presents Nunsense from Dec. 26 to 31, Sid Williams Theatre. Tickets at Sid Williams box office, 250-338-2430 or www.sidwilliamstheatre. com.

Saturday, Dec. 31 MONKEY WRENCH at Bridge Lounge. FMI: www.thebridgelounge.com or 250-8717277.

Friday, Jan. 13 BACKYARDIGANS at Sid Williams Theatre, 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. FMI: 250-338-2430 or online at www.sidwilliamstheatre.com.

Saturday, Jan. 21 MAMMA MIA screens at Sid Williams Theatre for an ABBA singalong. Tickets at Sid Williams box office. FMI: 250-334-0697.

Monday, Jan. 23 BACKYARDIGANS at Sid Williams Theatre, 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. FMI: www. TheBackyardigansOnTour. com.

Friday, Feb. 3 WORLD COMMUNITY FILM FESTIVAL, various Courtenay locations. Tickets at Sid Williams Theatre box office. Phone 250-3382430 or order online at www.sidwilliamstheatre. com. FMI: www.worldcommunity.ca.

Saturday, Feb. 4 WORLD COMMUNITY FILM FESTIVAL, various Courtenay locations. Tickets at Sid Williams Theatre box office. Phone 250-3382430 or order online at www.sidwilliamstheatre. com. FMI: www.worldcommunity.ca.

April 27 RON JAMES performs at Sid Williams Theatre, 8 p.m. Tickets at Sid Williams box office or phone 250-338-2430, ext. 1.

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WINTER REGISTRATION SIGN UP TODAY

DA N C E • A RT • P R E S C H O O L • YO G A • E X E R C I S E • G Y M N A S T I C S • S E W I N G • M A RT I A L A RT S A N D M O R E

DRAWING THE RIGHT APPROACH 1 & 2

Voice Lessons

Experience the Joy of Self Expression

based on landmark book:

Musical Theatre • Classical Celtic • Jazz • Folk

DRAWING

Before you Play Hockey Before you Play Ringette Before you Figure Skate

All ages welcome!

ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BRAIN,

Jacqueline Lambeth Vocals 250-703 4524 happyj@live.ca www.jacquelinelambeth.com

by Betty Edwards with

TRACY KOBUS Beginners: Tuesdays, 12 – 2pm; Jan 24th – Mar 13th Level 2: Mondays 7 – 9pm; Jan 23rd – Mar 12th Cost:

$134 (supplies included)

COLOUR BASICS (Beginners) TUESDAYS, 4:30 – 7:30PM; JAN 24TH – FEB 28TH

Make sure you

CANSkate Start your New Year with the gift of yoga 5 weeks for the price of 4

$224 (supplies included) KIDS CLASSES starting Mondays Jan 23rd Cost:

A monthly pass in January good for 5 weeks

5 - 8 YEAR OLDS; 3:15 - 4:15PM 8-12 YEAR OLDS; 4:45 - 6:00PM

The Comox Valley Skating Club Offers nationally recognized CanSkate and Power Skating programs taught by NCCP certiﬁed Coaches and program assistants.

$47 for 4 class sessions (includes supplies) Also g ADULT ART MIX, ACRYLIC PAINTING comin & OPEN STUDIO; check website for details Cost:

WINTER REGISTRATION ON NOW! Check out our website for up to date registration information:

Located at: Ross Galleria - 2314 Rosewall Cres, Courtenay

TO REGISTER: Go to www.tracykobus.com or email: tracyk@tracykobus.com or phone: 250-338-8205 REGISTER by Jan 6 to be entered in a draw to win $20 worth of art supplies

Next set of classes begins January 2nd! Register now to reserve your pole

2440B Rosewall Crescent, Tintown, Courtenay

www.theasanaroom.com

250.331.1867

Femme Natales

MONDAY 5:30-7:00 Stretch Class Working on overall ﬂexibility, with extra focus on splits and backbends. 7:00-8:30 Class 2 Introducing basic inverts, climbs, and suspensions. Who can stay off the ﬂoor the longest?

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

5:30-7:00 Class 1 Learning transitions, ﬂoorwork and basic spins and moves that are the building blocks of pole art

5:30-7:00 Choreography Level 1 Putting those Class 1 moves into 1 whole routine

7:00-8:30 Floor Work Use sensual movement to gain core strength, ﬂexibility and balance.

7:00-8:00 Drop-In For people just wanting to check it out, or use it as extra pole time

For more information, call Natalie 250-218-3269 or Nadyne 250-334-7110

THURSDAY 5:30-7:00 Choreography Level 2 Using intermediate and more difﬁcult moves set to music

7:00-8:00 Class 1

www.comoxvalleyskatingclub.ca comoxvalleyskatingclub@gmail.com

250 339-9872

Pole Fitness

Make your fitness goals be FUN this year FRIDAY 5:30-7:00 Pole Time Play time! Work on moves you already know, or make your own choreography. Come hang out with the girls and have fun.

Drop-In Class $15 6 Week Programs • $120 ($20 off for pole virgins) ask about other special offers and promotions

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There’s no better time than right now. FREE Trial Classes January 2nd - 12th Next Session January 9th - March 4th

SIGN-UP TODAY! Winter arrives on December 22, and it’s bringing plenty of enjoyment your way! From sports like skating to the art classes there’s “snow” much to do this season.

Check out Titanium CrossFit to ﬁnd out why we are more than just a great workout!

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Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30 • Ages 15-30 250-334-8138 ext. 229

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Gift to Self Starting 9 Jan - Register NOW! Sacred Movement - Mon 6:30 pm Kripaula Yoga Plus - Wed 10:00 am; 6:30 pm Yoga for Stress/Pain Relief - Thu 4:15 pm Events Schedule on Website ♥ Holistic Massage ♥ Energy Medicine ♥ Kripalu Yoga Plus ♥ Sacred Movement ♥ Workshops

Our team of trainers have the skills to support you in all your ﬁtness goals.

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for January Classes Woodturning or Carving

250-331-9392

Give us a call and we’ll e-mail you a class schedule or drop by and pick one up. We are a full-service Quilt Store offering sewing machine servicing, the latest in 100% cottons, quilting notions, books & patterns.

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Call us or Come by to Register 2267 Cousins Avenue • Courtenay

Whether you need to learn the basics or you are already a quilter and you need to be inspired, we can help.

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Beginner • Novice-Intermediate • Advanced Sharpening • Hollow Turning

Pilates. Yoga. Surprisingy Fun Fitness Classes. Belly Dance. Teen Fitness. Workplace Wellness & More.

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Titanium CrossFit, proud to be the Comox Valley’s only certiﬁed CrossFit Afﬁliate

Respect Modesty Honesty Perserverence

The Government of Canada has contributed funding to this initiative

Self-Control Indomitable Spirit Instructing ages 4 - adult Tuesday & Thursday Queneesh Elementary 2345 Mission Road, Courtenay

(250) 754-1989 300 Old Island Hwy, Courtenay, BC V9N 3P2 Believing in the power and potential of youth

Phone for class times 250-218-6968

Courrtenay Red Dragon Taekwondo

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WINTER REGISTRATION Laurie Tinkler School Of Dance “Celebrating 29 Years of Dance in the Comox Valley”

WINTER REGISTRATION

Swing & Social Dance Lessons Beginner to Advanced Levels Starting January 16, 2012

Winter Session Classes start January 16

Fun & Clear Instruction at Reasonable Rates

Free Introductory Classes Offered

250-897-8885

Saturday, January 7 @ 10 a.m. & 2 p.m.

Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Highland and Musical Theatre. Boys Only Hip Hop. Exam Classes for Highland, Modern & Tap. Adult Jazz, Tap and Highland. Ballroom-International Style Mom & Tot Program for 2 year olds All other classes Ages 3 years - Adult. Recreational Level to Advanced

East Coast Swing g Cha Cha Night Club West Coast Swing

Steppin’Out with Keith & Hollyy 250 250-871-2513 0 8711 2513

khdancin@shaw.ca

www.members.shaw.ca/steppin_out/

#17A - 2755 Moray Ave., Courtenay • 250-897-8885

Come swim with

COURTENAY & DISTRICT FISH & GAME PROTECTIVE ASSOC. 250-338-9122

THE SHARKS!

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7 week swim program • 2 x 45 minute practices per week FREE T-shirt and training cap for new swimmers at registration. Begins January 10, 2011 (same day as registration) Swimmers must be able to swim one length of the pool (25 metres) and /or completed Level 5 Red Cross.

Annual Memberships

Regular $65 Spousal $85 Cowboy Action, Shotgun, Black Powder and Archery. Indoor and Outdoor Ranges “Dedicated to Wildlife Management & Conservation”

Registration takes place on the first day of the program January 10th, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

In the lobby of the Sports Centre (3001 Vanier Drive).

Dive in and swim with the best!

HOPE AFLOAT CANADA DRAGON BOAT TEAM WELCOMES NEWCOMERS!

Are you a breast cancer survivor? Are you a woman with another type of cancer? If so, we invite you to join our dragon boat team. Age and fitness levels are no barriers. We can offer you many perks and you will be sure to make new friends, all whom are “in the same boat!” Contact: www.hopeafloatcanada.ca or call: 250-338-2112

You must bring your swimsuit, goggles & towel.

For more information, or if you can’t attend our registration, please contact Coach Albert at 250-871-5927 or check out our website at www.sharks.bc.ca The Comox Valley “Sharks” Aquatic Club is a swim club dedicated to the overall development of personal excellence.

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WINTER REGISTRATION Your Connection to the Comox Valley

Ru R Running Scene Wh Where people run and socialize in a fun, welcoming and safe environment that is inclusive of env runners of all levels run

◗ 55-K Running Clinic starts January 14, 2012 ◗ Co Comox Valley 1/2 Marathon March 18, 2012

Check Us Ou Out: www.CVRR.ca or drop by the Vanier Track Every Tuesday Night at 5pm

Music Lessons for All Ages Acoustic & Electric Guitar and Bass. Harmonica

Larry Ayre

www.larryayreguitarist.com 2jive@telus.net

250-338-6478

PAPER C OV E R T O C OV E R O N - L I N E

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Registration begins Monday, Jan. 23rd Classes begin week of Feb. 6th Lecture Series begins Saturday, Feb. 4th For a list of courses and to register: www.nic.bc.ca/ec or in person at North Island College

Glass by the S s ’ n a J GLASS ART COLLEGE ea The Centre for Glass Excellence GLASS GURU - Jan n Lindstrom Lindsstrom

Stained Glass & Mosaic Workshops Starts January & February 2012!

Give the Gift of Knowledge & Fun Gift Certiﬁcates es for classes & Art Work.

Give the gift of dance this Christmas!

ValDance Studio

LATIN * BALLROOM * SWING

CLASSES FOR ALL SKILL LEVELS BEGINS JANUARY 9TH, AT NATIVE SONS HALL • Ballroom & Latin Beginners • Salsa • East Coast Swing • West Coast Swing • Fox Trot/Waltz

• Cha Cha/Rumba …..and much more!

*Friday drop-in workshops for beginners at 7pm beginning January 6th*

Jan’s Glass by the Sea 2940 Comox Road 250-339-4949 email: jansglass@telus.net on-line info: glassexp.com

* Friday open dancing from 8-10. Cost for both is $10. • Private lessons

For complete details and to register online visit

ValDancee.com ValDanc

Val Halme 250-338-9279 or e-mail: valdance@shaw.ca

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TUTORING

Friends & Fun Spaces available

311 PRITCHARD RD RD., CO COMOX PH: 250-339-4772 CELL: 250-702-0532 w w w.comoxkidz.net email: comoxkidz@shaw.ca

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Catch the Salsa Beat Salsa Dance Lessons

• K-12 • Reading/Writing • Math • Study Skills • Homework Help • Academic Assessments • Certiﬁed Teachers

IYENGAR TRADITION

WINTER CLASSES Begin January 2nd

2440B Rosewall Cresc., Courtenay www.yogaonrosewall.com 250-338-7973

Bodyworx Physiotherapy Pilates & Health Physiotherapy * Acupuncture * Shock Wave * Massage Therapy * Kinesio Taping * Women’s Health

Thursday evenings Jan. 12 – Mar. 8 7–8 pm: level 1 8–9 pm: level 2 9–10 pm: dance practice Register early to reserve a spot: $80 till Jan. 5, $90 regular, $150 for couples

At the Bridge Lounge

The Comox Valley’s ONLY fully equipped Pilates studio x Professional teaching with personal attention x Total Body Core Training for all x Injury recovery to high performance athelete Monday 6:15

Tuesday

Lynn Brandon

Brenda Walsh

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Wednesday

Sunrise

Stephen Boothman

Charlese Nan

Thursday

Friday

Sunrise

9:15

Pilates 3

Ultimate

Pilates 3

Ultimate

10:30

Pilates 2

Gentle

Pilates 3

Pilates 2

Gentle

Private

Pilates 1

11:45

RMT

RMT, BPE

Pilates 1

New Session Begins:

January 9th

4:15

Pilates 3

Instructor

Pilates 2

Pilates 2/3

REGISTRATION BEGINS:

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5:30

Ultimate

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RACING The Comox Valley Dragonﬂies welcome men and women to try paddling on Saturday mornings starting mid-January.

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Leonard Murphy 4th Dan black belt in Tang Soo Do Karate is offering small classes (maximum 12 students for quality instruction) in a private room at Comox Valley Fitness. Next Session starts January 9, 2012 • 1 month Session Children (6-14) $45, Adult $55

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About Tang Soo Do Karate The most famous practitioner of Tang Soo Do is World Champion Chuck Norris. Our art is one of the best known scientific systems of self-defense, developed over a period of 2,000 years. When you know a few basic self-defense techniques, you will be able to better to protect yourself. The human body has more than 300 vital points that are very sensitive, such as the eyes, solar plexus, groin, knee, and spine, etc. Our system of self-defense is designed to defend and attack these vital points. After learning the basic self-defense techniques, you will begin to feel more confident about your ability to defend yourself. You do not have to be strong physically to apply our principles of self-defense. Some of the other benefits of practicing Tang Soo Do Karate are improved, physical fitness, flexibility, strength, coordination and mental strength. Class Schedule Monday Children’s 5:15-6:15 pm Adult’s 6:15-7:30pm

Wednesday 5:15-6:15 pm 6:15-7:30pm

Bill Fraser is offering Brazilian Jujitsu at Comox Valley Fitness. The classes will be small in size (maximum 12 students for quality instruction) in a private room. Bill’s credentials: • BBJ Purple Belt, (under the tutelage of Sidney Silva from the Wanderlei fight team). • Kru certified Muay Thai • Instructor of Chinese Boxing • MMA fighter (15 Professional fights) Next Session starts January 9, 2012 • 1 month Session Children $45, Adults $55 Brazilian Jujitsu is a system of Martial Arts that has its roots in Japan (Judo) and was further developed in Brazil and studied by the Gracie Family, with the emphasis gradually shifting towards ground grappling. BJJ dominated the first large modern UFC mixed martial arts competitions, causing the emerging field to adopt many of its practices. People all over the world recognize that it is one of the most effective forms of self defense. By practicing BBJ you will gain strength, flexibility, endurance and most importantly increased self confidence and discipline. Class Schedule Tues Wed Thurs Fri Children(6-14) 4:45-5:45 4:45-5:45 Women Self Defense 6-7 6-7 Adults 6:15-7:15 7-8 6:15-7:15 7-8 No Gi No Gi Gi No Gi Mon

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Puzzling… Fun by the Numbers: Here’s how it works: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must ﬁll each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can ﬁgure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

FACTUAL VALUE ACROSS 1 Watch chain 4 Two or three 8 Narcotic drug 14 Gave rise to 18 Body of beliefs 20 Distortion 22 Do-fa links 23 Making of file cabinet inserts? 25 “Believe — Not!” 26 More than infatuated 27 Groom’s vow 28 New edition 30 Act in opposition to 33 Emerald Isle when it’s very snowy? 38 Seed case 41 Fire remnant 42 Actor Oskar 43 Vigilant 44 Let someone else have your wardingoff job? 48 Money in virtual retail 49 What some readings get reset to 50 Amped up 54 Thermostat component 56 Ghastly proprietor? 62 “Correct!” 64 Rod attachments 65 Film director Ephron 66 — -portrait 70 Arsonist’s alibi? 75 Put with the luggage 76 Trendy berry 77 In — (stacked up) 78 No-goodnik 80 Cat’s playing activities? 86 Baseball’s “Georgia Peach” 91 Card game like écarté 92 Dog in Oz 94 Majestic 95 Like terrain cultivated to grow poison mushrooms? 102 2005 horror film sequel 105 Old Olds models 106 Lang. of Austria 107 Low marks 108 At a ferris wheel’s pinnacle? 110 Next to 112 With 3-Down, seems familiar 113 Suffix with krypton

115 One of the B vitamins 119 Head, in Nice 120 Wright brothers’ command? 127 Computer brand 128 What attics are used for 129 Square meter, e.g. 130 Boomers’ kids 131 Golden age 132 Itches 133 Alternative to gmail DOWN 1 Name for a poodle 2 Ingest way too much of, for short 3 See 112-Across 4 Brand of pain reliever 5 Prophesied 6 Yolked thing 7 Letter following ex 8 Outstanding 9 Many an ex-con 10 Gershwin or Aldridge 11 Liable 12 Mai — 13 Big head 14 Dresses with trains 15 Film do-over 16 Gushy actor 17 Most terrible 19 Scent-free 21 Adequate, in dialect 24 Tiny peeve 29 Believe that one will 31 Golfer Aoki 32 Below, as a goal 34 Kin of “ruff!” 35 Opposite of SSW 36 Hyena’s lair 37 Munic. statute 38 “Rock of —” 39 Starchy food 40 Nobel winner Pavlov 42 “Do you know — am?” 45 Skipper’s cry 46 Rocky crag 47 Aruba, e.g.: Abbr. 51 Lace snarl 52 Architect Saarinen 53 Do a sketch 55 KO counter 57 See 89-Down 58 Whammy 59 Sleuth, in slang 60 Viral malady 61 KGB’s land 63 Thick slice 66 Guarded

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TAKING A BREAK Coastal Community Credit Union’s Denise Warwaruk, Matthew Beckett, Deborah Kary and Lorelei Peters (left to right) take a break from digging with Dave Peters. Along with many others, the volunteers were helping Lake Trail Community Connections spruce up the demonstration garden at Lake Trail School recently. Coastal Community thanks the volunteers who came out to help with these much-needed garden improvements.

Cape Lazo Power and Sail Squadron’s spring class will start Jan. 3 at Mark Isfeld Secondary School and will run for 14 weeks. Your pleasure craft operator’s card gets you out there — Canadian Power and Sail Squadron helps get you back. Successful completion of an accredited examination at the end of the course will provide you with a boating course certificate, a pleasure craft operator card and membership in the squadron and all its associated benefits. Contact Jack at 250-3394014 or register online at www.capelazocps.ca. — Cape Lazo Power and Sail Squadron

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COMOX RETURN CENTRE 678 Anderton Rd. Comox

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LASZLO KARDOS ENTERPRISES 1785 Yew Court. Comox

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MARIGOLD NATURAL PHARMACY 100-576 England Ave. Courtenay

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SEARLE’S SHOES 250-5th St. Courtenay

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ATLAS CAFE

250-6th St. Courtenay

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DR. RAYMOND LIMBER

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250-339-3937

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1805 Comox Ave. Comox

COASTAL COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION 202-1797 Comox Ave. Comox

250-703-4230

CAFFE AMANTES 1761 Comox Ave. Comox

250-339-9775

BAMBOO GARDEN RESTAURANT 1130 Cliﬀe Ave. Courtenay

A1-1743 Comox Ave. Comox

KATE GREENING NOTARY PUBLIC 320-10th St. Courtenay

250-338-1445

MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACY 1782B Comox Ave. Comox

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JAN’S TRAVEL & CRUISE CENTRE 2-1822 Comox Ave. Comox

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SILHOUETTE THEATRE & DANCE SHOP 549 England Ave. Courtenay

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Vegan dineout Monday So have you heard what’s new at the Westerly Hotel? Answer: rebranding, renaming, renovating and a new chef. All in the past year. What’s not new at the Westerly might be a better question. Chef Christopher Thrift, after working at Whistler, Banff and Bear Mountain, helped transform the Rialto Hotel (formerly the Douglas Hotel) in Victoria. After a two-year posting as restaurant chef in their restaurant Veneto, Christopher made the decision to move up Island to be closer to his family. As executive chef at the

Westerly Hotel and Convention Centre, he embraces the “from scratch” philosophy and likes to support local farmers. Thrift has put together the following vegan buffet menu for the seventh annual Earthsave vegan Christmas dineout: Assorted Vegan Breads with Spreads and Condiments; Roasted Celery Root, Swiss Chard and Maple Soup; Organic Arugula and Radicchio Salad, Local Blackberry Vinaigrette, Avocado and Tahini Dressing; Quinoa, Cilantro and Black Bean Salad; Thai Peanut and Glass Noodle Salad; Marinated

and Grilled Vegetable and Sicilian Olive Platter; Grilled Tofu Cacciatore; Garlic Braised Rapini and Kale; Chick Pea and Fennel Fries; and Forbidden Black Rice and Basil Risotto. The event takes place Dec. 19 at 6 p.m. in the River City Café (formerly Greenhouse Restaurant) at 1590 Cliffe Ave. The dinner is by reservation only and includes coffee, tea, taxes and tips all for $20 for adults, $15 for kids aged five to 12 and free for kids under five. To reserve, call Bob at Earthsave at 250-3380751. — Earthsave Comox Valley

LONG-SERVING LEGION PRESIDENT of Branch 160 Comox, Gerry Maillet and Don Sinnema present Richard Hilton with his 65-year pin. Hilton served during the Second World War in the First Special Service Force, also known as the Devils Brigade.

KEEP IN MIND THESE SIMPLE GUIDELINES • Don’t Drive - if you’ve been drinking, even if you don’t think you are over the limit. • Plan Ahead - make sure you have a sober driver before the night’s festivities begin. • Use Public Transportation or Taxi - remember to call well ahead of time as these are the busiest nights of the year for these companies and program their numbers into your phone before you go ut. out.

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Holowenko high on list of WHL 2012 draft class Earle Couper Record Staff

NHL coaches and general managers may be delighted to one day find Cole in their Christmas stocking. That’s because former Comox Valley minor hockey goalie Cole Holowenko is flying high on the radar of NHL scouts. The National Hockey League Central Scouting Bureau has released its Preliminary Rankings of draft eligible players for the 2012 Entry Draft, and Holowenko is one of two Prince Albert Raiders identified on the Western Hockey League list. Holowenko is sixth among the WHL netminders eligible for the NHL draft in June, 2012 in Pittsburgh. On Dec. 11, Holowenko kicked out 39 shots to backstop the Raiders to a 5-0 win over the Red Deer Rebels. He earned first-star honours and made what game reports called several “all-star stops.” It was the 18-year-old Holowenko’s first WHL shutout and improved his record to 2-7-0 in 13 games played this season. He has

a 4.05 GAA and .893 save percentage. It’s a tough task tending the net for the defensivelychallenged Raiders as they sit in sixth and last place in the Eastern Conference and have given up 141 goals, second worse in the entire league. Holowenko is backing up Eric Williams, who has played 28 games between the pipes and sports an 8-15 record. Holowenko came to the Raiders in a 2010 trade from the Chilliwack Bruins. He was the Bruins’ second round selection, 28th overall in the 2008 WHL Bantam Draft and appeared in two games with the Bruins in 2009-2010. “Cole Holowenko is a good-sized goaltender with very good technical ability,” said Raiders’ head coach and general manager Bruno Campese at the time of the Chilliwack trade. The 6’,1”, 194-pound Howolenko spent most of the 2009-2010 season with the BCHL Merritt Centennials, posting a 9-14 record. In 2010-2011 he went 8-7 with the BCHL Westside Warriors. sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com

WHILE PRINCE ALBERT goalkeeper Cole Holowenko keeps his eyes on the puck, teammate Antoine Corbin uses his body to prevent the Rebels’ Turner Elson from getting to it. Holowenko posted his first WHL shutout in Sunday’s game against Red Deer. PHOTO BY RED DEER ADVOCATE

NHL oldtimers returning to entertain, fundraise The Legendary Hockey Heroes are returning to Courtenay for the Oldtimers’ Hockey Challenge. The game goes Tuesday, Jan. 24 at 7 p.m. at the Comox Valley Sports Centre. Organizers say Hockey Hall of Fame members Bryan Trottier and Glenn Anderson will join Bob Bourne, Larry Melnyk, Ron Flockhart and Warren Skorodenski as they take on the Vancouver Island Law Enforcement Hockey Team. Recently retired NHL referee Kerry Fraser will add

NHL HALL OF Famers Glenn Anderson (left) and Bryan Trottier will be in town for the Oldtimers’ Hockey Challenge on Jan. 24. PHOTOS SUBMITTED

to the competitive spirit, fun and antics of the game. The Oldtimers’ Hockey Challenge is designed to give fans and players alike an opportunity to celebrate a common joy of the game while at the same time giving much-needed funds to worthy organizations. A portion of the proceeds from each ticket will go to Cops for Cancer. “Add the Call to Recycle Tykes, the Comox Valley Figure Skating Club and singing cameo with Bryan Trottier on guitar and the

Oldtimers’ Hockey Challenge is sure to be a very exciting and entertaining game for the entire family,” an event spokesperson said. The Oldtimers’ Hockey Challenge goes to over 48 cities from coast to coast in Canada. Tickets for the Courtenay game are $25 with three years and under free. Discount tickets are available online at www.imarktickets.com or at Happy’s Source for Sports at 256 Sixth St. in Courtenay.

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Whalers really rolling Practice paying off as local women blank Black Ice 7-0 The Courtenay Whalers women’s hockey team made the trip to Nanaimo on Dec. 10 to play the intermediate Black Ice team. The Whalers were relentless and dominated for the full 60 minutes en route to a 7-0 victory. Nancy Shields played strong in net and several players had a multiple-point game.

HOCKEY Jan Dafoe (Canadian Western Bank) had a three-point night with a goal and two assists. Kelly Roloff (Brian McLean) put in a hat trick after netting three one-timers from the high slot. Tera Kasubuchi (Ecofish Research Ltd.) helped out with four beautiful assists. Denise Davidson, Sam Emers and Josee Bureau (Flip Flop Shops) put in one each. A team spokesper-

son said the win was a direct result of great practices, which are starting to give the Whalers more confidence in their shooting and passing skills. The Whalers will meet the Black Ice again in Courtenay on Dec. 18 at 8:30 p.m. at the Sports Centre. If you are interested in joining the team or donating to the Courtenay Whalers check out their blog at courtenaywhalers.wordpress. com or contact them by e-mail at cvwhalers@ gmail.com.

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Let our HOJO family host instead of yours. UNDER SUNNY CONDITIONS the U14 Upper Island Riptide boys’ soccer team took to the Valley View field in Courtenay on a recent Sunday. They played strong against the U14 Lower Island Saanich Fusion, coming through with a 6-2 win. The Riptide team is represented by players from Courtenay, Campbell River and Powell River. They thank their sponsor Timberwest. Above is Riptide’s Christian Taylor battling for the ball. PHOTO SUBMITTED

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Isfeld girls win consolation crown After a warm-up victory on Thursday night in Courtenay against a hard-working Vanier junior girls team, the Isfeld Ice junior girls basketball team won the consolation side of the prestigious Victoria Top 16 Christmas Basketball Tournament this past weekend. The Ice had a tough opening match-up against pre-season ranked No. 4 in the province and defending B.C. junior champs Brookswood. A tough press woke up the

North Island girls but left them down 14 points in the first half. However, Isfeld battled hard, winning the fourth quarter but losing to favourite Brookswood. Guards Avery Snider, Michaela Ashlee, Danielle Vanbergen and Melia Irvine proved they can play with a top five in the province team while forwards Chemin Faydd, Jessica Drummond and Camille Bourget battled hard against more experienced players. “And, our secret

weapon, Rachel Dunn, added enthusiasm and energy,” a team spokesperson said. Next up after only a one game break was northern cousins Ballenas from Parksville. Employing a secret defence, the Ice stymied the Breakers and came away with a well deserved 20-plus point victory. Saturday morning the girls started well and decisively defeated Shawnigan Lake private school from down Island. “A good start to

shake loose shopping mall legs,” noted the spokesperson. In the consolation final, Isfeld faced a player shortage as two girls had improv theatre gigs back home in Courtenay while Drummond was in hospital getting her injured ankle checked out. Combined with four other Ice players who could not make the trip, the bench was awfully short. Down to six players, the Ice dug deep and surprised Fleet-

Skaters shine at Sectionals Comox Valley Skating Club members Meghan Taylor, Lauren Wigard, Jade Paganelli, Shayna Usipuik and Kaylee Lasota recently qualified for and competed in their first BC/ YT Sectional (Provincial) Championship, held in Kelowna. “Meghan is competing at the Pre-Novice level, while Lauren, Kaylee, Shayna and Jade compete in pre-Juvenile,” a club spokesperson said. “These five girls, along with many other Comox Valley Skating Club members, skated a performance on the outdoor rink at Butchart Gardens on Dec. 4. “For a chance to see all our skaters in performance, come check out our Winter Gala, 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17 at Sports Centre #1.” For information on skating, go to comoxvalleyskatingclub.ca.

COMOX VALLEY SKATERS (from left to right): Back row coach Dawn Ladret, Meghan Taylor. Front row Lauren Wigard, Jade Paganelli, Shayna Usipuik, Kaylee Lasota.

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here is a growing movement of back-to-nature lifestyles as seen in gardening, fishing and hunting. The former Farquharson Farm, now known as the Ducks Unlimited Farm, is an outstanding example of this movement that is ahead of its time. The farm is a case where responsible outdoor people (as in Ducks Unlimited) have banded together to purchase the farm and continue to maintain it as a local food-producing place that shares the produce of the farm with migrating ducks, geese, swans and other wildlife. When you cross the 17th St. Bridge and follow the road along the edge of the fields you get the impression that there is a great feast in progress – and you are right. First there is the huge concentration of Trumpeter Swans, then as you travel toward Superstore you realize there are also large numbers of Canada Geese and flocks of ducks feasting in the open fields. The picture with this article symbolizes the Christmas spirit of sharing in a symbolic way. Let your imagination open up a little bit and think of it as a charity Christmas dinner where the children are invited along with the adults. In the photograph are four adult swans on the left and the family group of two adults and three cygnets of this year on the right. I had no way of making a count of the swans in the field, but I would guess at somewhere in excess of 2,000. Large

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fields, offering stuffed wild goose for local food. Ralph Shaw is a master fly fisherman who was awarded the Order of Canada in 1984 for his conservation efforts. In 20 years of writing a column in the Comox Valley Record it has won several awards.

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THE CARR FAMILY took us along on safari at the Star Bed camp, Loisaba, in Kenya with their Samburu guides Sunflower on the left and Sam Sam on the right.

B.C. LIONS’ FAN Len Doyle and his wife Jane celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with family at Lands End, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico and took along their favourite newspaper.

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.

A LEI-D BACK group of travellers – Ida Sauve, Russ and Marg Wreggitt and Ted Sauve – show off their copies of the Comox Valley Record during a cruise stop in Honolulu, Hawaii.

THE ROGERS FAMILY (Jessica, Mel, Camille, Meagan, Sean, Dulcie, Sebastian, and Patinspirit) remembered to bring the Comox Valley Record to Bali, Indonesia.

THE 19TH CENTURY fortress of Astrakan was one of the stops for Helmut Lewandowsky and Mary Ann Thompson on their Volga River cruise from the Caspian Sea to Moscow.

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Going to the source of Mexican handicrafts Peter Neville-Hadley

T-shirts and animal figures made entirely from cast-off pistons, cogs and bits of bicycle chain. By 11 a.m., with mariachi bands starting up on street corners and the temperature rising, it’s time to follow the scent of freshly cut limes to a food stall and sit down elbow-toelbow with local people for a cold drink and tacos. The buildings behind the stalls – part house, part workshop, part warehouse, part shop – are where family businesses produce their individual specialities. In one the air is gelatinous with the smell of varnish being hand-brushed onto

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HAND-PAINTED FIGURINES await their buyers in Tonalá, the village near Guadalajara where much of Mexico’s best crafts are made. Twice a week, on Thursday and Sunday, a vast street market filled with artisans’ work takes over Tonalá. PHOTO BY PETER NEVILLE-HADLEY / MERIDIAN WRITERS’ GROUP bustling spectacle, with scarcely a foreign face to be seen – which also helps to keep prices far lower than at tourist markets. From fabrics to furniture, and the inevitable jewellery, embroidery and ceramics, much of the work here carries traditional themes of fruit or images of the

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

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DEATHS

“Walking Stick George” Baxter Passed November 2011 George’s friends wish him warmth beside the watering hole in heaven. After serving many years in the Middle East for the Canadian Armed Forces, George appreciated every oasis. He was not the church-going type, but aced the spirit of generosity by sharing whatever he could with the everyday Joe. While choosing a simple life for himself, he always had kindness for a friend. Many will always remember his generosity. George’s smiles will be missed at the Anderton Trailer Park, down-town bookstores and cafes, and most especially among his friends at the Elks’. Please join us at the Courtenay Elks’ to celebrate the memory of our friend George Baxter Saturday, December 17 from 1-2pm.

Thor Tibbitt Peterson

April 28, 1936 - December 6, 2011 Thor Tibbitt Peterson, a man of great integrity, heart and conviction, left this world peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Dec. 6, 2011 in Campbell River. Born on April 28th, 1936, Thor was the third child of Phillip and Phyllis Peterson. The Petersons moved to Quadra Island from Vancouver when Thor was ten years old. There the family built and operated the ﬁshing resort, April Point Lodge. Thor left “the Point” at an early age to join the Royal Canadian Air Force. On his return to Campbell River, Thor guided at April Point, and then ran a successful water taxi service where he became known as “All-Weather Thor.” A career in real estate followed, specializing in coastal island properties and various land developments, which spanned many years. A true entrepreneur and visionary, Thor embarked on many innovative projects, his latest being a tidal energy development near Seymour Narrows, between Maude and Quadra Island. A passionate protector of our environment and, in particular, a thoughtful conservator of our wild salmon, Thor had a deep appreciation for life and beauty in its many forms. He loved his home by the sea and created a beautiful garden for many to enjoy. He truly treasured his family and the many deeply satisfying friendships he enjoyed over the years. Thor is survived by his three children; daughter Dawn Bencze (Steve), son Leif Peterson (Cath) and daughter Anne PetersonAngus, ﬁve grandchildren; Shawn Bencze, Amy Angus, April Bencze, Megan Angus and Bryan Angus; sister-in-law Sherry Peterson; brother Eric Peterson, sister Joy Donaldson, uncle Donald (Morag) Stevens, nieces and nephews; Karen Peterson, Heidi Peterson (Henry), Mark Peterson (Brenda), Carl Peterson, Phil Donaldson and Troy Donaldson and extended families. Thor was predeceased by his father, Phillip Peterson, mother Phyllis Peterson, brother Carl Peterson and brother Warren Peterson. The loss of this generous man reminds us all that life is to be cherished and that living it to its fullest and giving back in any way we can is a priceless gift to both the receiver and the one who gives. Although we will dearly miss his presence, Thor’s spirit and our wonderful memories of him will remain with us forever. A celebration of his life will be held on December 29th at his home from 1-5pm with a eulogy at 2:pm. Kindly RSVP to thorscelebration@shaw.ca. The family would also like to express such deep appreciation for the doctors and the staff at the Campbell River hospital. He spoke highly of your dedication and professionalism while he was alive and we appreciate the wonderful care you gave him. Donations to the Campbell River Hospital Foundation in Thor’s memory would be most appreciated.

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Beryl Eveleen Mottershead June 26, 1917 – December 11, 2011 Passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Comox on December 11, 2011. Beryl was pre-deceased by husband Noel F. Motterhead, daughter Merilyn Clewett and son Roger Mottershead. She is survived and will be greatly missed by her daugher Susan South (Dennis Kostyk), grandchildren; Daniella Najda (Nicholas), Mickey South, Tammerra Bodnar (Mike) and Travis Wood (Simone), great grandchildren; Hannah South, Landon Booker, Reese and Peyton Wood and her niece Debbie Kent of Australia. Beryl was an advocate for social justice and the environment. She was a member of The Council of Canadians, Kiros, CCPA, Unitarians and The Social Planning Committee. Teaching was Beryl's passion. She took teaching beyond the boundries of the classroom initiating an outward bound program in her community. She was an avid sailor and sailed from Victoria to Australia by celestial navigation with my father (her husband). In her leisure time, she also enjoyed hiking, golf, tennis and good books. Beryl was a vibrant person and social activist who passionately cared about people and our environment. Flowers gratefully declined. If friends so wish donation in Beryl's memory made to a charity of your choice, The SPCA or any of the above organizations would be appreciated.

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IRVING, SANDRA ELIZABETH It is with great sadness that Doug has to announce the sudden but peacefully passing of Sandi at their desert home on Saturday, Dec 10, 2011. Dearly beloved wife of Doug for 41 years, cherished mother of David and Andrew, devoted (consummate) grandmother of Lexi, Ciara and Declan, sister of David and daughter of Elsie. She will be sadly missed because she was a truly giving soul whose light was taken too early. Sandi was known to so many people through her avid daily walks with Trubby and she had a good word for everyone. She loved her desert home sitting under the lemon tree and her favorite game of “count the clouds”. Our lives have been enriched by having Sandi in our life but our world will be forever changed without her. We all love you so much. There will be a private family service held in the desert on December 16, 2011. A celebration of her life will be held in Vancouver, Courtenay and La Quinta at a later date. At her request, no ﬂowers but please donate to your local animal shelter.

passed away with family by his side on December 8, 2011. He was surrounded by his belongings and memories that decorated his cozy apartment at the Comox Valley Seniors Village. He is preceded by his wife, Kathrin Flügger of Aumühle, Germany (1978). Lovingly nicknamed O.H. (Onkel Hanno), he was an independent man of few words who enjoyed spending his leisure time reading and researching, but lived for family gatherings at his brother and sister-inlaw’s home in Oak Bay, Victoria, British Columbia. Born in Hamburg, Germany, November 18, 1925 to parents Johann Georg and Annemarie (Sladeck) Micksch, Hanno was raised the eldest of two sons in the village of AumÜhle. Hanno and his wife, Kathrin, relocated to Caracas, Venezuela in 1955 where he pursued a career as an import administrator. He later moved into optical sales, working for the Veneopt Company, owned by Gerd Ellerbroek, husband of his cousin, Marlies (Micksch) Ellerbroek. Upon retirement in 1991, Hanno moved to Canada to be closer to his brother Hans Hubertus (Peter) Micksch, sister-inlaw Renate (Buchholz) Micksch, and nieces, Stefanie, Annette and Julie. He lived happily in the municipality of Oak Bay, Victoria from 1991 to 2011. Biking and walking were part of his daily routine and he was a well-known figure about town on his vintage 1940s bicycle. Struggling with health issues, Hanno moved from Victoria to Courtenay in April 2011 to be closer to family. He was impressed by the warmth and caring attention of new friends including the health care professionals who improved the quality of life during his final year. Hanno’s family would like to thank all of the kind individuals at Casa Loma, Comox Valley Seniors Village and St Joseph’s hospital that made him feel welcomed and at home in the Comox Valley. Honouring Hanno’s last wishes, “Ashes to Ashes, Dust to Dust” Hanno’s ashes will be scattered by family in a nature park of their choice. Condolences may be sent to jewels.ca@telus.net and will be forwarded to the surviving family.

Robert Lawrence Holmes April 7, 1944 - December 8, 2011 “Larry” to everyone that knew him, left us on December 8th, 2011 after a long struggle with COPD and Heart Disease. An only child, Larry was born in Cumberland, BC to Bob and Helen Holmes. Larry spent his early working years in the Comox Valley, first as a partner in the Searle’s Shoe Stores and then as owner of Stampede Tack Shop. During this time Larry married Jane Bowie and daughter Jennifer was born. On December 14, 1974 Larry married Joan Cliffe and sons Robbie and Ryan soon arrived. Larry’s career path changed and he joined the work force at Elk Falls Pulp & Paper mill, successfully completing a Millwright Apprenticeship and enjoying nearly 25 years of employment there. Cattle, sheep, dogs and horses were always a part of Larry and Joan’s life and so when the opportunity arose, Larry and Joan fulfilled a long held dream and sold their Black Creek farm and purchased a small ranch in central Alberta. Landing in the Big Valley area on November 1st, 2005 (at a time of year they said they would never move in!) they moved onto the ranch and enjoyed many happy hours with good neighbors and friends. Left to mourn Larry’s passing are his wife Joan; daughter Jennifer and her husband Wayne Fitzgerald and their children Jessica, Rachel and Tyler of Courtenay BC; son Robbie and wife Lisa and their sons Carter and Parker of Quadra Island, BC; son Ryan and his wife Kristi and their sons Ethan, Aiden and Kristian of Calgary Alberta; mother in law Inez Cliffe of Comox, BC; sister in law Louise and her husband Dale Blackburn and their sons Trevor and Curtis of Courtenay, BC; brother in law Jim Cliffe, his wife Mitchy and their son Tom of Courtenay BC. Also left to mourn are Larry’s special cousins who were like sisters to him, Carole Martin, her husband Brian and their families and Berta Pritchard, her husband Bob and their families. No service by request, Larry was cremated and a family gathering will be held on the ranch this summer. In lieu of flowers, donations in Larry’s name may be made to the Heart and Stroke Fund. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.stettlerfuneralhome.com Stettler Funeral Home & Crematorium entrusted with the care and arrangements. 403-742-3422

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PROPERTY ACQUISITION City Council is seeking submissions for the acquisition of land suitable for locating a facility to provide assistance and accommodation for the homeless population in the community. The 2008 Mayorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Task Force on Breaking the Cycle of Mental Illness, Addictions, and Homelessness in the Comox Valley identified â&#x20AC;&#x153;permanent supportive housingâ&#x20AC;? as a primary strategy toward reducing homelessness in the community. City Council is interested in receiving â&#x20AC;&#x153;Expressions of Interestâ&#x20AC;? from property owners wishing to sell or donate suitable property to meet this very complex need. Interested parties may request more information by email at info@courtenay.ca, or by calling 250-334-4441. The 2008 Mayorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Task Force on Breaking the Cycle of Mental Illness, Addictions, and Homelessness in the Comox Valley is available on the Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website â&#x20AC;&#x201C; www. courtenay.ca All submissions must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. on Friday January 6th, 2012. Submissions must include civic address, legal description, current zoning along with proposed selling price. All submissions will be received in confidence. Sandy T. Gray Chief Administrative Officer

VANCOUVER ISLAND MUSICFEST is offering a contract position for a part time marketing/promotions person to work in conjunction with the Festivalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s staff on all MusicFest events. The right applicantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resume should demonstrate experience with computer skills featuring text, website updating, writing skills, ad design and prooďŹ ng, good cold call and phone abilities and experience in previous successful marketing abilities. We are looking for a creative person who is able to meet deadlines and work well under direction and on their own initiative. The right person will be a team player as they will be working with many people. Strong knowledge of marketing within and outside of the Comox Valley is an asset. Please send your resumes and references to MusicFest Marketing Position, Box 338, Cumberland, BC, V0R 1S0 or email them to media@islandmusicfest.com. Resumes to be accepted until DEC 31st.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK The Administration/Finance Department is searching for a dynamic individual to join its Accounting/ Administration Team. Reporting to the OfďŹ ce Manager, this is a level entry Permanent Full Time position to learn and perform a variety of accounting and general administration functions while working collaboratively with other accounting team members. Applicants must possess a sound knowledge of Microsoft Excel and have prior Accounts Payable training. Due to varying workloads, the incumbent must be willing to work weekends, as necessary. You may apply via email at jobs@crownisle.com or hand-deliver to our front desk at 399 Clubhouse Drive, Courtenay. Applications will be received up to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 23, 2011. Kindly note that only those individuals short-listed for an interview will be contacted. Thank you.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

LEMARE GROUP is seeking a certiďŹ ed heavy duty mechanic and an experienced off-highway logging truck driver for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time union wages. Send resume by fax to 250-9564888 or by email to ofďŹ ce@lemare.ca. NEED CHRISTMAS CASH? Cash Factory Loans offers Collateral Loans up to $10,000 using almost any vehicle or $800 Payday Loan using employment, CTB, EI or Pension! NO HIDDEN FEES like the other guys! 103-2270 Cliffe Ave, across from 7-11, 250898-2274 NEED CHRISTMAS CASH? Cash Factory Loans offers Collateral Loans up to $10,000 using almost any vehicle or $800 Payday Loan using employment, CTB, EI or Pension! NO HIDDEN FEES like the other guys! 103-2270 Cliffe Ave, across from 7-11, 250898-2274

MEDICAL/DENTAL PART-TIME RN needed for medical ofďŹ ce. Prerequisite is person should be experienced in taking blood samples or giving intravenous medication. Please forward CV and contact info to: medofďŹ ce.courtenay@gmail.com

SALES

REAL ESTATE CAREER INFORMATION SEMINAR. Ever wondered about being a realtor?? Come on down to 350 - 17th Street Courtenay, B.C. Behind PetroCan Thursday Jan 12th, 2011 7:00-8:30pm Limited space RSVP Cheryl 250-898-8790

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Director, Facilities Management The Comox Valley Airport Commission is seeking an innovative, team-oriented and experienced professional to join its staďŹ&#x20AC; as Director of Facilities Management for their YQQ facility. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive OďŹ&#x192;cer, this position is responsible for management of PTB Maintenance and Operations, Housekeeping, Airport Security and Fuelling Facilities; management of operations/maintenance staďŹ&#x20AC;, programs, projects, contracts, policies and procedures, as well as other federal/provincial regulations. The Department consists of 20 multi-tasking employees and provides oversight and direction to division managers. QualiďŹ cations: To be successful in this position, the applicant must possess a Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in business administration, airport management or a related ďŹ eld; be currently employed as an airport executive with a minimum of ďŹ ve years of progressive management experience and ďŹ ve years of supervisory experience in a commercial airport. Must be able to work as part of a team with a good demonstrable level of people and business management skills including leadership, planning, ďŹ nancial and communications skills. An excellent general knowledge of the aviation industry, Passenger Terminal Maintenance and Operations and associated services is expected. AAE accreditation is an asset. Visit www.comoxairport.com for a full job description. Please send resume and cover letter to the attention of Shirley de Silva by email to: lisa@comoxairport.com no later than January 6, 2012. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. The successful applicant must undergo a certiďŹ ed criminal record check.

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PERSONAL 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

PERSONAL SERVICES ESCORTS

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

ART/MUSIC/DANCING

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

THE GIFT of Music Singing/Music with Susie McGregor Jan-March Private instruction & coaching 10 weeks/$500 more info or register at www.highlandmusicmultimedia.com/susie

EDUCATION/TUTORING

COMPUTER SERVICES

ELECTRICAL 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

RENTALS

PETS

HOMES WANTED

TOWNHOUSES

APARTMENT/CONDO

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

FAMILY LOOKING to adopt medium size dog. We have a large fenced yard lots of time, energy and love to give. Please call 250-334-9934

WE BUY HOUSES

PUNTLEDGE PARK Townhouse (close to river) post & beams, new laminate ﬂoors, 3 bdrms, 1 bath, separate utility room, 4appls, storage room, carport, refs. NS/NP. $850. Avail Now. Call 250-334-9963.

Ready To-Go Jan 4 2012 Shih Tzu/Maltese cross. 5 females, 2 Males. Can view both parents. Reserve Now! Call 250-334-4532

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE AUCTIONS

LAST AUCTION OF THE YEAR!

Friday, Dec.16 TONITE! NEW brown couch, dining sets, gold, silver, coins, ANTIQUE furniture. SPECIALTY item this week- TRIP for TWO to LAS VEGAS, Starting bid $200 NO RESERVE! Great Christmas or New Years gift! Details at Auction House Vancouver Island, 239 Puntledge Rd. Ctny., 250-871-7355.

UNDER $100 HOVER VACUUM $10 works well, Black Tool box $40 O.B.O 250-339-5708

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FUEL/FIREWOOD

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FINANCIAL SERVICES HOME IMPROVEMENTS ANDREW’S CONSTRUCTION Services. Home repairs, renovations, windows, doors, decks, fences, residential, commercial, WBC insured. Please call 250-897-2073.

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.

MISC SERVICES

FURNITURE

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

Palliser, sage green, leather reclining sofa, Love seat 2 yrs. old. $1100 for both. Free coffee table & 2 end tables solid wood included. 2078 Austin Rd Comox. 250-339-5708

PETS

HELP WANTED

REAL ESTATE

Next Auction Jan. 6/12.

Tutoring Teacher required to tutor high school math and science. Please send cover letter and resume to admin@sunrise learningcentre.com

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PETS AND LIVESTOCK

FEED & HAY GOOD HORSE hay for sale $5.50 per bale. Free delivery for 50 or more. 250-338-5503

HELP WANTED

Client Care Manager To provide direction, management and support for the implementation and ongoing effectiveness of quality home care services within a quality/risk management framework. Supervision of LPS’s and CHW’s to ensure the safe delivery of competent, compassionate and professional care to our clients. Experience More than 3 years supervisory experience of nonregulated professionals. More than 1 Year Home Care and Visit Nurse experience. Experience with geriatrics. Understanding of private sector health care and the delivery of these services to our clients. Computer experience. Knowledge of office procedures. Qualifications Current license as a Registered Nurse in the province of BC. Valid Driver’s license. Ability to supervise more than 50 people. Problem solving skills. Decision making skills and critical thinking To apply for this position please email resume to: bob_attfield@wecare.ca

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GARAGE SALES PRE-XMAS BIKE Sale. 3573 Island Hwy. Open Sat ONLY 9-3 ph Bob 250-339-3734

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE AS NEW DaVinci E Bike. C/W trailer rack $1750.00 call 250890-9064 QUALITY SANTA Suits and helpers for rent. Courtenay Costume Rentals 334-3687 QUEEN SIZE bed set pillow top, 2 yrs old have receipts. Home n/p, n/s $400. I mans Bl. Leather Jacket XL Bomber style, never worn, $100 O.B.O. Call 250-339-1908. They’re Here! 2012 LIFESTYLE COUPON BOOKS Support the Comox Valley Horseshoe Club $22.50 +tax CASH ONLY Available at Comox Valley Record 765 McPhee Ave. Courtenay VI’S HOT-TUB Covers, made in BC. Professional in home service. 250-897-8037.

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HOMES FOR RENT

RENTALS

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.

TOWNHOUSES

Houses & Suites

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca

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 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 bldg. 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 DRESSAGE COURT 3 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse, 5 appls, gas F/P, patio, N/S, No pets. Avail Dec. 1 $850/mth PARK PLACE MANOR, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, balcony, gas F/P (gas incl.), res. pkg, N/S, No pets. Avail. Dec 16/11 $805/mth TRUMPETER GREENE, 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appls., Gas F/P, garage, patio, N/S, No pets, Avail Immed. $925/mth SPACIOUS COURTENAY DUPLEX, 4 bdrms, 2 1/2 bath, 5 appls, Gas F/P, garage, fenced yard, 1,740 sq ft, two years old, N/S, No pets, Avail Jan 1/12 $1,200/mth MUIR RIDGE 2 bdrm, 1 bath townhouse, 5 appls, gas F/P, balcony, N/S, No pets. Avail. Jan. 1 - $800/mth

REAL ESTATE COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL 1000S/FT OFFICE downtown Courtenay, Duncan & 4th. Reception area, 3 separate ofﬁces, work space, A/C. Avail. Immed. $215,000 250-8976967 or 250-331-0014

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FULLY RENO’D East Courtenay Townhouse. 3 bdrm, 1.5 baths, 6 appl’s, gas F/P, single garage. $1100./mo. Avail. immed., N/S. (250)339-7333.

COLDWELL BANKER ISLAND COASTAL (Property Management Division) 2-3 Bdrm, 3 bath townhouse on Mansﬁeld Dr. Beautifully furnished; fridge, stove, washer & dryer. No smoking, no pets. $1700 per mth. Close to all amenities. Bright and cozy garden entry suite located in Courtenay East, near college, bus routes & shopping. Fridge, stove & shared laundry, N/S quiet responsible tenant preferred. $750 per mth. Contact: Ryan Liebert 250-703-3672

26-2728 1st Street 3 bdrms, 2 baths, 3 appls. + OTR microwave, single garage, N/S, N/P $1075/mth Available Dec 1st 7-1720 13th Street 2 bdrms, 1 bath, 2 appls. N/S, N/P $725/mth Available Dec 1st 2705B Urquhart Ave 1 bdrm, 1 bath, fenced yard, 4 appls., N/S, N/P $700/mth incl utilities Available Dec 1st 14-1335 13th Street 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P 4 appls. $750/mth Avail Jan 1st

COMMERCIAL VACANT land lease over 3 acres, close to Hwy in Cumberland. Call 250897-0628. COMMERCIAL WAREHOUSE Space for Lease 1724 Ryan Road East Comox Shipper Receiver Onsite 8.50 per sq ft Ph (250) 339-2281

576 England Avenue Courtenay, B.C. 250-338-6900 APARTMENT/CONDOS 1 BDRM + den, 1 bath, 6 appls, open concept, gated parking. N/P. N/S. Stunning View. Garry Oak Gardens. 2 BDRM, 2 bath, island kitchen, 6 appls. interior storage, newer building, secured parking, N/P, N/S. 2 BDRM. townhouse, Alderwood Manor. 5 appls., 1 1/2 bath, carport, good condition, nr. college & bus route, N/S. $980. 2 BDRM. renovated unit at Maplewood Manor. Paint, laminate ﬂooring, lighting, plumbing, all upgraded. In suite storage - Adult building - N/P, N/S - $725.00 1 BDRM clean, renovated open concept unit - on Cousins Rd - $600

OFFICE SPACE to share with a healthcare professional in highly visible Naturopathic Clinic. Call Heather or Erika 250-334-0655. www.braidwoodnaturopathic.com

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

PRIME RETAIL 5TH STREET

Courtenay 3000 sq ft. (Corner Location)

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Pat- 250-703-0211. Walt- 250-338-6281.

APARTMENT/CONDO

8-1720 13th Street 2 Bed, 1 Bath, N/S, 6 appls. $800/mth Available Jan 1st 22-2160 Hawk Dr 3 bed, 2 Bath, 5 Appls, $1050/mth Available Jan 15 1182 Yates 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, 5 appls., N/S, N/P, ocean view, double garage $1500/mth Available Dec. 1 5915 Aldergrove Dr 3 bed, 2 bath, 5 appls. N/S, Ocean View, double garage, $1600/mth Available Dec. 1 7749 Tozer Rd 2+2 Bed, 2 Bath N/S, 6 appls. $1300/mth Available Feb 1 UNION Bay 2 Bdrm 2 Bath Ocean View with Pool. Newly Renovated, Available Immediately. Lots of deck space and large yard. $1,200 per month Call 334-3979 or email tankjudy@hotmail.com for appt.

APARTMENTS FURNISHED AREA C- Ground level entry, cable, wiﬁ, laundry, hydro incld. No partiers, no drugs, NS/NP. Refs req’d. $750 mo. Call 250-338-7937.

APARTMENT/CONDO Royal LePage in the Comox Valley (Property Mgmt Division) #121 - 750 Comox Road Courtenay, BC V9N 3P6 Phone (250) 897-1300 Fax (250) 897-1330 Interior viewings for the following vacancies are by approved application and appointment only. Apartments•Condos•Suites 201-4705 Alderwood 2 bed, 1 bath, 5 appls., N/S, N/P $825/mth Available Dec 15th 202-1810 Lake Trail 2 bed, 1 bath, 4 appls, N/S, N/P $650/mth Avail. Immed

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DO YOU CARE about where you live? Do high standards of maintenance, service and cleanliness matter to you? Do you prefer quiet, mature neighbours? If yes, please give us a call and discover how the quality of ownership and management makes all the difference. We have the best managed, finest apartments in the most convenient locations in the Comox Valley. Locally owned - we own and manage our own buildings only. Check the difference. Please refer to available apartments listed below. TELEPHONE 250-703-2264 | 250-338-0267 | 250-339-1222

GREENBRIER 750 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.

OAKCREST 1155 Stewart Ave. TWO BEDROOM CORNER suite. Very bright spacious and nicely renovated. Excellent location in central Courtenay. Security entry. Private storage room. Full sized appliances. Quiet, mature adult neighbours. Well managed and maintained. No pets. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

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

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. Security 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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RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

OFFICE/RETAIL

SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING

SHARED ACCOMMODATION

AUTO FINANCING

RETAIL SPACE FOR LEASE. Downtown Qualicum Beach, 702 Memorial Ave., 1640 sq. ft. & 730 sq. ft. Call: 250-5868806 or 250-757-9186

ABBEYFIELD HOUSE offers affordable, supportive seniors accommodation in a home-like setting. All meals provided. Call 250-338-6311 for tour.

COURTENAY: MEICOR realty rental ref’s req’d. On bus route, no drinking, no drugs and N/P. $420/mo incld’s util’s. Avail. Jan. 31st. 250-871-8760

HOMES FOR RENT

DOWNTOWN FURNISHED rooms. N/P. no drugs/drinking. Clean. $485. incl basic cable, internet. 250-897-3407. LARGE ROOM with private full bathroom, share kitchen, living room; laundry parking local calls, internet included, yard space. Alcohol, drug and smoke free home, no exceptions. Pet negotiable. $400/m plus half hydro. Call Peter at 250-703-0450. Available Dec 29th

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BLUE JAY APARTMENTS

1970 Fitzgerald Ave, Courtenay

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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

Call Pat at 250-703-6965

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RUTHERFORD MANOR

1450 Tunner Drive, Courtenay

1075 Edgett Road, 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

Reasonable rent includes basic cable, stove, fridge, dishwasher, carpet, blinds and storage room in suite. N/P, security deposit and 2 rental references req’d.

For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667

SUITES, LOWER ROYSTON 2-BDRM Private driveway, carport, entrance, f/s, w/d included. No pets $700/mth. Available Immed. 250-334-4126

TRANSPORTATION AUTO FINANCING DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

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Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

CARS COMPLETE CARE for any type of vehicle. Rust repairs, dents, bumpers, spot painting or complete body. Reasonable rates. Professional work 250702-5754

SPORTS & IMPORTS 2003 JAGUAR X-Type Black 5-speed 130KM 250-331-0014 or 250-897-6967

SCRAP BATTERIES Wanted We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 & up each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Toll Free 1.877.334.2288.

APARTMENT/CONDO

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250-338-0724

1252-9th St, Courtenay

1015 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay TWO BEDROOM SUITE available in wellmanaged building. Excellent location close to downtown, ideal for seniors with bus stop out front. Well maintained units offer in-suite storage room. House cat accepted with pet deposit.

Contact On-Site Managers for viewing. 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

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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; immediate possession.

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VANRIDGE MANOR

1520/1540 Piercy Ave., Courtenay

123 Back Road, Courtenay

2 bedroom available December 15th & January 1st, in clean, quiet building with onsite manager, close to town, schools, and bus. Stove, fridge, blinds and carpet.

In-suite storage with washer and dryer. Small pets welcome.

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.

To View, Call 250-334-4483

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BEECHER MANOR 1045 Cumberland Road, Courtenay BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS 1 & 2 bedroom condos available close to downtown - 2 bedroom units feature 1.5 baths. This quiet, well maintained building suits mature adults. Bus stop is conveniently located out front. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit.

Call 250-334-9717 to view TOWNHOUSES

TORRY PINES 1560-13th Street, Courtenay ATTRACTIVE 2 bedroom townhouses have been completely renovated - enjoy new appliances, ﬂooring and bathroom ﬁttings in these spacious units. Friendly and quiet atmosphere make it ideal for family or working couple. Large, private patio area allows great access for your pet. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit.

Call 250-334-9717

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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.

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.

CONDOS

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APARTMENT/CONDO

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.

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For viewing please call Donna 250-334-9667

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SUITES KENDAL AVENUE SUITE

Beautiful suite in new Cumberland subdivision features 1 bdrm, 1 bathroom, 4 appliances, beautiful kitchen cabinetry & other amazing finishings; like new; ideal for single person or couple; $650/month; for immediate possession

ULVERSTON AVENUE SUITE

Bright & clean suite in Cumberland; features 1 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appl., & beautiful kitchen; cat permitted w/deposit; $700/ month; immediate possession

DUPLEXES 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.

URQUHART PLACE HOME

Fully renovated 3 bdrm, 2 bath home w/beautiful solarium features, 5 appl., garage, & tiered backyard for the gardening enthusiast; walking distance to schools and Puntledge Park; avail. Dec 15; $1100/month

TOWNHOMES PINE PLACE

Spacious 2 bdrm townhome features 4 appl., new renovations, patio area & storage; ideally located near schools & all amenities; N/P; N/S; $825/mo; immediate possession.

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Comox Valley Worship Directory THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

Church of Our Lord HOLY COMMUNION

Comox Valley Community Church

WELCOMES YOU TO SERVICES AT:

9:30 am each Sunday

“The Reason For It All” A Christmas Play, Saturday,

at Berwick 1700 Comox Ave. Comox

COMOX UNITED

7pm in the Stan Hagen Theatre Admission Free

250 BEACH AVENUE

Sunday Service, Church School & Youth Group 10 am Saturday Services Sept - May 5pm

All Welcome

250-218-0298 www.coolcomox.ca

Rev. Maggie Enwright 250-339-3966

The Anglican Mission Comox Valley Unitarian Fellowship

10:30 December 18 Kathy Eliasen, LUT

Sundays - 4 pm

Lion’s Den, Nordin St, Comox

Young People’s Program, Weddings, Memorials, Spiritual Exploration

Christmas Candlelighting

7:30pm December 22

Florence Filberg Centre, Courtenay unitycomoxvalley.com Unconditional Love & Joy for All!

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250-338-5811

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Hearing Assistance

www.comoxunitedchurch.com

UNITY COMOX VALLEY

1-866-853-9866

Full Wheelchair Access

Nourish Your Spirit. Heal the World.

www.cvuf.ca

250 Beach Drive, Comox (at Comox United Church)

250-890-9262

RESONATE BAPTIST CHURCH “Sounding forth the Supremacy of Christ in all things” 10:00AM at Cape Lazo Middle School Everyone Welcome

Courtenay

Nursery-Gr.6 Sunday School Gr.7-12 Youth Program sgucc.com stgeorgeuc@shaw.ca 250-334-4961

Lil 250-338-7727 (office)

1st Street & Penrith

“A place for you: John 14:2 2182 Comox Avenue, Comox

Sunday Worship

10 AM

Sunday Worship & Children’s Program

SUNDAY SERVICE 10:30 A.M. Pastor Rev. Bill Hall

Choir Practice Wed. 7:15 pm Eve Mark, Choir Director 250-338-4785

250-400-7800

Everyone Welcome. 1250 Anderton Road, Comox

250-339-0224

RIVER HEIGHTS CHURCH

CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC CHURCH

Sunday Celebration 10:30 am

1599 Tunner Drive, COURTENAY • 250-334-4716

Hosts of “Comox Valley School of Supernatural Ministry” (Bethel Church DVD Series) First time registrants - Semester 1 begins Jan 22nd, 2012, (pre-registration is required by Jan 8th, 2012. FMI contact Drew or Laurie Thomson 250-337-8011

Sundays 10 am Come Experience The Of Christmas At Group NurseryJoy - Kid Jam - Youth Bay Community Church Little Lambs Christian 1105 Pritchard 5 pm Daycare on Christmas Eve 10 am on Christmas Day

1105 Pritchard Rd., Comox www.baychurch.net/339-7527 Little Lambs 339-1834

Please contact us: 250-339-7527, email: office@baychurch.net or www.baychurch.net

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH 467 - 4th Street (just east of Fitzgerald)

725 Aspen Rd., Comox

Service 10:30am Guest Speaker:

Rev. Charles Scott Focus: Christmas Pageant Tel/Fax 250-339-2882 Full Wheelchair e-mail:cvpc@shaw.ca Access comoxvalleypresbyterian.ca

Sunday Morning Service - 10:00 a.m. Adult Bible Study - 11:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School - 11:30 a.m. Evening Service - 6:30 p.m.

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

250-338-8454

Hearing Assistance

LIVING A VISION FOR CHRIST AND COMMUNITY

www.gbccv.org • info@gbccv.org

2946 Kilpatrick Ave. Church Phone: 250-338-1312 ‘Jesus is Lord’ Sunday Services 11 am & 7 pm Remember Christ is the reason for this season. Enjoy Jesus, enjoy your family. “To all from Aaron House Merry Christmas”

WEEKEND LITURGIES Sat: 5 pm Mass Sunday 8:30 am & 10:30 am Mass

CONFESSION: Sat: 4 - 4:30 pm & before all masses Children’s Liturgy of the Word & Youth Group; Sept-May Pastor: Father Marek Paczka, SDS

2201 Robert Lang Drive (Old Fish and Game Building)

Friends

Comox Community Baptist Church Canadian Baptists of Western Canada

at 11 am

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

Faith Family

COMOX VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN

11am - A special Advent service led by Penny McCullough & Jane Shutty

Followed by a Potluck Lunch

~ A Place to Discover Your Life Purpose ~

Congregational Christian Churches of Canada

Independent - Fundamental

SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN CHURCH

web: web.mac.com/shepherdcomox email: shepherdcomox@mac.com

CUMBERLAND UNITED CHURCH

@ 10:30 am

PRESBYTERIAN

LUTHERAN

Pastor A. Ronald Sedo 250-339-3933

Rev. Julianne Kasmer

www.resonatechurch.ca

Pastor Dave Koleba Associate Pastor Jake Hron

(ELCIC)

“To live and to tell the Good News and the love of the Risen Jesus” Sunday Services: 10:30 am

Join us this Sunday

Pastors Darryl & Kim Burry

www.centralefc.com

St. George’s 6th & Fitzgerald Ave.

Bay Community Church

Full Wheelchair Access

www.ctkparish.ca email: ctkparish@shaw.ca

COURTENAY FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH JOIN US IN WORSHIP

ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA Comox Valley Parishes Welcome You!

9:15 am Contemporary Service 11:00 am Traditional Service

St. Peter Jim Lyster, Rector 218 Church St., Comox • 250-339-2925

“Christmas Eve Service” Dec. 24th at 4:30 pm & 7:00 pm. Nursery Care & Jr. Church @ 9:15 am Sunday School, all ages @ 11:00 am

PASTORS: Peter Rabey & Randy Dyck 2963 Lake Trail Road, Courtenay (across from Arden Elementary) 250-334-3432 www.courtenaybaptist.com

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SATURDAY 5:40 Express Contemporary Worship SUNDAY 8am & 10am Worship www.stpeterscomox.ca

St. John the Divine The Rev. Rodney Ives, Priest in charge 579 - 5th Street, Courtenay

Sunday Worship • 8AM & 10AM Book of Common Prayer (Canada, 1962)

CHURCH SCHOOL 10AM

Wednesday Holy Eucharist 10 am

250-334-4331 http:/stjohnthedivinecourtenay.bc.anglican.ca

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