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Carl has lived and worked in various Island communities since growing up in a foster home in Campbell River. Born in Alert Bay, the 45-year-old drove a forklift during high school in the ‘80s and worked about seven years at McDonald’s. But he developed a drinking problem and lost his job, after which he moved to Victoria where he attended a treatment facility. He moved into his own place and worked at the Salvation Army but was laid off when he fell off the wagon. Carl wound up back at the Campbell River McDonald’s before moving to the Comox Valley, where he found work at the Kingfisher Resort and the Comox Valley Recovery Centre.
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LEWIS PARK DID NOT completely morph into Lewis Lake this week, despite record-setting rainfall. The weatherman says more wet stuff is on the way. PHOTO BY SCOTT STANFIELD
Record rainfall – and more on way Erin Haluschak
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Water, water, everywhere, and this time, there may be a drop to spare. With the latest storm to hit the area, the Comox Valley received record-breaking rainfall this week, with 41.8 mm falling Jan. 3 at the Comox airport, breaking an 18-year old record of 30.8 mm set in 1994. “There’s been a significant front stall right over the east side of Vancouver Island,” explained Ross Macdonald, meteorologist with Environment Canada. “There’s been some good moisture that’s been slow moving, and the combination of that gives a high duration of precipitation.” Macdonald added the increase in temperature is a bit warmer
“It appears that another frontal system with more rain will sit over the area, with periods of showers and rain, but perhaps we’ll see a few breaks of sun on Tuesday,” he noted. photos@comoxvalleyrecord.com
Hydro extends public safety advisory Record Staff The flood risk due to Wednesday’s storm has subsided. Even so, BC Hydro is advising people to stay away from the Puntledge River until Monday. The company said Wednesday it will release high volumes of water from the Comox Dam
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Property values up slightly in Valley Scott Stanfield Record Staff
Overall property values increased ever so slightly last year in the Comox Valley, though some areas took a bit of a hit, according to the 2012 assessment roll. The assessment pegs the median value of a single family dwelling in Courtenay at $318,500 — as of July 1, 2011 — marking about a $1,500 increase from the previous year. Comox houses are valued at $336,800, $11,800 more than 2011, while single family units in Cumberland have dropped from $259,500 to $255,800. The assessment suggests the value of rural area homes have also dropped slightly. Houses less than two acres are worth $352,600 — $10,400 less than the 2011 assessment — and those more than two acres are valued at $470,700, a drop of $16,300. “The total range of value shift was between minus-10 and plus-10 per cent,� said Jim Stewart, deputy assessor at BC Assessment for the Vancouver Island region. “The large majority of those figures are very close to zero. This year was one of the flatter years compared to past years where things have changed significantly.� Stewart said the Valley experienced a total change to its resi-
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dential roll of just less than half a per cent in the positive direction, including market and non-market change. The latter includes new developments such as Costco, as well as subdivisions, rezoning and anything that changes value. “That (non-market changes) added 1.31 per cent to the total residential roll,� said Stewart, noting the market shift for single family dwellings was minus-.55 per cent. “This year, the figures are very similar no
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$127,200,000 in new residential value has been added. The taxable commercial assessment roll is $899,775,601, with almost $9.4 million in new commercial value added. “The Comox Valley has fared slightly better than most other market areas on Vancouver Island, including Powell River,� Stewart said. “Where most areas were overall slightly down or flat, the Comox Valley was up very marginally.� More than 34,000
property owners in the Comox Valley can expect to receive their 2012 assessment notices in the next few days. Those who feel their assessment does not reflect market value or who see incorrect information are advised to contact the office on their notice as soon as possible. Those still concerned after speaking to an appraiser can submit an appeal by Jan. 31. For more information check www.bcassessment.ca. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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Maple Pool residents face uncertain future Scott Stanfield Record Staff
Carl has lived and worked in various Island communities since growing up in a foster home in Campbell River. Born in Alert Bay, the 45-yearold drove a forklift during high school in the ‘80s and worked about seven years at McDonald’s. But he developed a drinking problem and lost his job, after which he moved to Victoria where he attended a treatment facility. He moved into his own place and worked at the Salvation Army but was laid off when he fell off the wagon. Carl wound up back at the Campbell River McDonald’s before moving to the Comox Valley, where he found work at the Kingfisher Resort and the Comox Valley Recovery Centre. These days, Carl is unemployed but living in a trailer at the Maple Pool Campground and RV Site in Courtenay, where he helps with cleaning and meals. When not visiting the downtown library, he enjoys the natural beauty surrounding his home of three years. “I like it,” said Carl, one of 54 Maple Pool tenants benefitting from a Community Living Project operated by campground owners Dali and Jin Lin. “It’s nice and quiet, and peaceful. My mom and dad appreciate what they’re (Lins) doing.” His words are echoed by Steve, who lived in a tent near the Puntledge bridge before moving to Maple Pool in 2010. “Life is good here,” said Steve, who moved from Ottawa to B.C. 21 years ago. “It’s quiet. I have electricity and hydro, and I don’t have a bear sniffing at my door.” Fellow tenant Gerry Mag hails from Calgary, where he once owned a paint company. After shutting it down he took a year off then moved to B.C. about four years ago. He’s had trouble finding work. “I was renting a room for $500 a month when I was up in Kye Bay for 18
MAPLE POOL TENANTS Roy Brooks, left, and Don McWilliam, right, are pictured with campground owner Dali Lin. Tenancy at the Courtenay RV site is in jeopardy because the city has initiated legal action against Dali and his wife Jin. months,” said Mag, 52, who spent about seven months on the street before moving to Maple Pool. He pays $400 a month plus heat, utilities and cable for his camper. Aside from affordable accommodation, the Lins provide tenants with Saturday brunches, summer barbecues and Christmas presents. They also distribute clothing that is donated by the community. And the coffee never stops brewing in the office, where tenants can socialize if they so desire. “It’s a family affair, sort of,” said Roy Brooks, who has lived at Maple Pool about eight years. “Most people know each other.” The tenants could be facing eviction because the City of Courtenay has ini-
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tiated legal action against the Lins. The issue is zoning, which does not allow the couple to house people on the property, which sits in a floodplain. In an interview last year, City CAO Sandy Gray said the Lins had not submitted a plan to apply for zoning, even though council had given them about a year to
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(tenants) going to go?” Mag estimates eight out of 10 tenants would be homeless if evicted. Don McWilliam has lived at Maple Pool for about five years. Self-employed and semi-retired, he pays his daughter’s rent in Vancouver and at times accommodates his son in his fifth wheel. If Maple Pool is shut down, he said no other RV park will accept units older than 10 years. Owners who can’t afford a newer unit can’t afford the rent — so the thought goes. McWilliam feels the floodplain issue is a joke. “I worked on a car lot,” he said. “That property was sold, and of course now there’s a brand new hotel there. It had to be rezoned along with other properties in that area. Right on a
floodplain.” He notes the City approved the upgrade financing to operate Maple Pool as is. “This place has operated for a long time on ‘operate-as-is basis.’ That’s the one that really gets me,” said McWilliam, a former contractor who feels the common sense answer is to rezone all or some of the site. “And with the grandfather clause that’s already been provided by the City approving the loan, then start developing this place as a positive solution to a large problem that’s worldwide, it’s not just the Comox Valley. “Some people live here by choice,” McWilliam added. “We’re not homeless, we’re houseless.” reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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New year’s revellers kept RCMP busy Record Staff Comox Valley RCMP were kept busy over the new year’s weekend with parties, traffic incidents and with cases of too much alcohol being consumed. Police officers, support staff, volunteer auxiliaries and Citizens On Patrol responded to calls throughout the night of Dec. 31 and into the morning hours. Police note calls for service were not only in the Courtenay, Comox and Cumberland areas, but also on Mount Washington and other rural areas. Members dealt with a hit-and-run involv-
ing multiple vehicles at the intersection of Valley View Drive and Lerwick Road in Courtenay just after 1 a.m. Jan.1. No serious injuries were reported. Patrols by the RCMP’s North Island Traffic Services later located the suspect vehicle with two men. Following a short pursuit, two local teens were taken into custody. The driver of the vehicle faces possible charges including dangerous driving, impaired driving and possession of stolen property. The passenger faces a charge of possession of stolen property. Both
suspects were released on conditions with future court dates. ••• The Comox Valley chapter of Operation Red Nose completed its service with the turn of the new year, with provincial numbers indicating thousands of British Columbians chose a safe ride home. During the campaign, the service provided B.C. residents with 7,696 rides, with 4,241 volunteers lending a hand. Each year, Operation Red Nose is able to give more than $1.3 million to youth and amateur sports organizations through client donations.
Child-care fraud case to preliminary hearing 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 attend a two-day preliminary inquiry. 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 Ministry of Children and Family Development’s fraud unit. Rutenberg made her second court appearance Thursday, with defence lawyer Eric Chesterley acting as agent for her lawyer,
Doug Marion. The case was sent to the judicial court manager to fix a date for the inquiry, which her lawyer will attend via telephone. 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 Development, Child Care Operating Fund Program. The Child Care Operating Funding
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Courtenay Mayor Larry Jangula is joining the fight to bring back the train. “If we can restore or save that rail service, it would be a huge benefit to the entire Island, not just the Valley,” said Jangula. Jangula took a seat on the Island Corridor Foundation’s board of directors, and will attend his first meeting on Jan. 19. The foundation is a partnership between municipalities, Regional Districts and First Nations, which is working to restore rail service on Vancouver Island. Jangula said the task is a challenge, but progress has been made. The Island Corridor Foundation has lobbied and received funds for improvements to the rail line over the last couple of years. According to the foundation’s website, the provincial government has approved $7.5 million for rail infrastructure improvements, and it’s hoping the federal government will match the province’s contribution. Jangula said that if the railway were fixed, it could mean more than just renewed passenger car service but haul goods as well. writer@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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A traffic committee for the area known as the Arden Road Corridor could be in the works after Tuesday’s Courtenay council meeting. Council discussed the merits of creating a traffic committee – including residents – to address concerns about increased traffic due to development along Arden Road south of Cumberland Road. “It’s one of the most significant areas of the community where we have a lot of new developments coming in,” Coun. Doug Hillian said. “I continue to hear concerns from people about the cumulative impact of these developments on the traffic in particular in that area.” Coun. Ronna-Rae Leonard agreed, and added that besides hearing traffic concerns related to the current development by Long-View Ventures, she remembered con-
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cerns during the public hearing process for the Piercy Creek Estates development. She also said it’s not only 20th Street the concerns are coming from, but Cousins Avenue, and 26th Street as well. Coun. Jon Ambler pointed out that intersections in the area are not perpendicular creating poor sight lines, the road is dark, there’s lack of sidewalks, and it will be a “whole new load” on the traffic system in the area. “So there’s all these things I think need to
be exposed now because that development along there is way different than it was four years ago, and so there’s a significant change and I think now’s the time for us to at least start looking at it and examining it,” said Ambler. Coun. Starr Winchester suggested having staff make a report on the issue prior to setting up a traffic committee to ensure a better understanding of the issues and the number of complaints. Council unanimously passed a motion
for staff to provide a report examining the establishment of a traffic committee for the Arden Road Corridor, which would include resident representation. Mayor Larry Jangula said he was pleased with the way council is dealing with the residents’ concerns. “I think it’s a sensible way to look at the problem,” said Jangula. “We’ve identified it, we’re addressing it and we’ll take it one step at a time.” writer@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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Donating to the Comox Valley Food Bank is as simple as dropping off scrap metal. Slegg Lumber in Cumberland is now home to a large orange bin where people can drop off anything metal – and full proceeds generated from the scrap will go to the food bank. Ian Taylor, tallyman at Slegg Lumber in Cumberland, volunteers at the food bank during his spare time, and was integral in setting up the bin at Slegg. He said he’s excited to be able to help out the food bank, and that the bin is there to stay. “It’s just one of our ways of helping to serve the community,” he said on behalf of Slegg Lumber. Anything metal can go in the bin including: household appliances such as dishwashers or fridges, old bikes or lawn mowers and even tin cans. When the bin’s full, ABC Recycling in Campbell River will come down, pick up the goods and write a cheque for the food bank. Because Slegg Lumber is surrounded by a chain link fence that’s locked when the store closes, Taylor said he thinks it’s unlikely the valuable scrap metal
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Stabbing takes life of young man Record Staff What was supposed to be a fun, day-long music festival at the Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds turned into a night the Denton family will never forget. After the crowd dispersed from the Rhythm on the Rock festival on July 23, James Denton, 19, was stabbed around 11:30 p.m. near the entrance to G.P. Vanier Secondary School. He later died at St. Joseph’s General Hospital in Comox. The 16-year-old suspect, who cannot be named due to the Youth Criminal Justice Act, made his first appearance late July in front of a packed courtroom, filled with family members. “We’re going to be here until this kid pays and goes away,” said James’ father David Denton in July, adding he plans to attend every court appearance. “Every time my son’s name is mentioned, I’ll be right beside him.” At every subsequent court appearance, family and friends gathered on the lawn of the
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Denton was raised in Port Hardy and attended Highland Secondary School in Comox. James’ uncle Leon Cake described Denton as a straight-A student who was working for BC Hydro and was at the festival to have some fun. “He got what he did not deserve,” he noted
Relay for Life has open house set One day. One night. One community. One fight. Will you help the 2012 Relay for Life in the Comox Valley? Your passion and commitment is needed to make this unique event come to life for an unforgettable 12 hours. Hundreds of volunteers are involved with all aspects of the planning and coordination. The Canadian Cancer Society’s Relay For Life is more than just a fundraiser. It is an opportunity to get together with family and friends and celebrate cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost to cancer, and fight back in the hope of finding a cure for this terrible disease. We are looking for hard-working and dedicated individuals to join the Planning Committee and help make the 2012 Comox Valley Relay For Life the best one yet. You are invited to an open house and information session on Jan. 10 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Meet-
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‘Duke’ recipient of many honours Record Staff
DOUGLAS (DUKE) WARREN was awarded the Legion of Honour by the president of France.
He is remembered as a decorated Spitfire pilot from the Prairies who served during the Second World War — a role model who passed away at age 89 in August in Comox. Douglas (Duke) Warren who was a pilot for No.165 Squadron at Dieppe, France, with his twin brother Bruce, was well-known within the Canadian Forces, particularly at CFB Comox. Born in Nanton, Alta., in 1922, the twins joined the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) at the age of 18. After advanced training, they flew two tours of operations with Royal Air Force Spitfire squadrons. In 1945, they were both awarded Distinguished Flying Crosses by King George VI at
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Rhodo meeting At their Tuesday, Jan. 10 meeting, the North Island Rhododendron Society (NIRS) will ring in 2012 by unveiling a selection of new, rare and scented rhododendrons now being made available to the general public. Paul Wurz of Hidden Acres Nursery in Campbell River will talk and show images of various specialty rhodos such as those hybridized by wellknown breeders such as the late Jack Lofthouse of Vancouver and Frank Fujioka, a prominent master hybridist on South Whitbey Island. The meeting will be held at the Comox United Church with doors opening at 7 p.m. and the meeting starting at 7:30 p.m.
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2011 IN REVIEW News Maker Buckingham Palace. The Warren twins joined the permanent RCAF in October 1946. Bruce was killed in 1951, as a test pilot for the CF-100 jet fighter. Duke became commanding officer of the F-86 Sabre-equipped 410 Squadron in 1952. The following year, he was attached to the United States Air Force and flew Sabres
in Korea. After serving as chief flight instructor at the RCAF’s Operational Training Union at Chatham, N.B. and in Germany, Warren came to CFB Comox in 1970, accepting his final posting as operations officer. He retired in 1973, and volunteered in the community with various organizations for many years. Active with Royal Canadian Legion Branch 160 in Comox, Warren served as Branch Padre for 24 years, and he served
in the same capacity with 888 Wing of the Air Force Association of Canada and the Korean Veterans Association. He was recognized for his community work when he was awarded the Governor General’s Caring Canadian Award in 2002. In 2006, he was awarded the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation and was accorded the Freedom of the Town of Comox. Warren was also awarded the Legion of Honour by the president of France.
The Courtenay Rotary Club wants to thank the following businesses and individuals for contributing to the great success of the annual Courtenay Rotary Club “Books For The Cure” sale, which ran from November 9 to 12, 2011: ABC Printing; All Secure Storage; Art Meyers; Best Western Westerly Hotel; Bobby’s Deli; Bosley’s Pet Food Plus; Brian Rice Toyota; Canadian Tire; Chucks Trucks/One Stop Auto Repair; City Of Courtenay; Coastal Community Credit Union; Coastal Eye Care; Comox Centre Mall; Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce; Comox Valley Record; Courtenay Recreation Assoc.; Driftwood Mall; Emtera Recycling; Extra Foods; G.P. Vanier Secondary School; Gilbert Neufeld; GP Vanier Interact Club; Havers Design Corp.; Home Hardware Central Builders; Island Auto Spa.; Island Radio/The Eagle; Jan’s Travel & Cruise Centre; Jim’s Clothes Closet; Lake Trail School (SD 71); On Deck Systems Inc.; Quality Foods; Reliable Auto Body; Scotia Bank; Searle’s Shoes; Slegg Lumber; The Echo Newspaper; Thrifty Foods; Thunderbird Security; Town of Comox; Vancouver Island Insurance Centre Inc.; Zowtuck Management. The 2011 sale continued the success of the previous year, generating gross revenue of just under $27,000. Plans are now starting for next year’s sale and dates will be made public in the fall of 2012. All monies from the “Books For The Cure” sale go towards cancer research, treatment and prevention on Vancouver Island.
Once again, the Courtenay Rotary Club thanks the above businesses and vendors, plus all those people who donated books or bought books. This fundraiser wouldn’t work without you.
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A sampling of some of the past year’s best quotes July 29 — “It’s like taking a blind person’s seeing-eye dog. We need it.” Paula Henderson, after somebody stole the wheelchair liftequipped family van needed for her daughter Kaitlyn, who has cerebral palsy. Aug. 17 — “I realized that I was not dealing with an officer of the internationally famed RCMP but
with a heavily armed, psychopathic bully who felt his authority had been challenged and who might be on the edge of losing control.” Leigh Cross, after an unpleasant experience with RCMP on Hornby Island. Aug. 19 — “That was the coolest part about James — he lived his life as an example. He didn’t tell people
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Ask THE VET Q: Can brushing teeth prevent heart disease in little dogs? A: While not all heart diseases are preventable, you can certainly help those that will develop because of bad teeth. If your pet will accept the brush and you have the fortitude to brush every 2 to 3 days without fail, then you’ll give them fighting chance to avoid this. Bacterial burden in your pets mouth, when teeth become loose and really smelly, will cause seeding of bacteria to the heart valves and other organs. Over time, as the body fights the infection, the
inflammation will warp the heart valves and cause turbulent blood flow. This is heard as a heart murmur or abnormal ‘swishing’ sound. The heart will have to work harder and will enlarge to compensate for this. When it can no longer stretch it fails and coughing and decrease in exercise is seen. Tooth health needs to be started as a puppy and kitten and throughout your pets life. Anything that can keep the bacteria down and the gums healthy will go a long way. There are dental pet foods, dental biscuits, antiseptics, gels and
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Domestic cats often enjoy a pampered existence. But in spite of their popularity as pets, cats are increasing in number at the nation’s animal shelters, and many do not go on to enjoy a stable existence at an adoptive home. Though not everyone can adopt a cat, there are ways beyond adoption that individuals can help the plight of shelter cats. * Donate goods to shelters. Area shelters are often in need of food, bedding materials, litter, and money to finance the care and housing of the animals. Visit the local shelter and inquire as
to what is needed, then make a donation to that organization. * Spread the word about shelter cats. Shelters routinely offer photos and information about animals available for adoption. Post a link to a social networking site or send an e-mail or text to alert others about potential pets, particularly if someone has been looking to adopt a cat. * Become an advocate for spaying and neutering. Catlovers who already have one or more cats at home should have those pets spayed or neutered so they will not reproduce and add to shelter cat populations.
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How to Cure Your Dog’s Snoring He’s furry, loveable ... and snores louder than a chainsaw. No, we’re not talking about your spouse. We’re talking about your dog. Just as common as a spouse or housemate who snore is a dog that snores. In general, dog owners with dogs who snore have nothing to worry about. It’s often not a sign of a medical condition or something ominous. It usually is a minor tissue obstruction in the throat or mouth or is caused by a dog breathing through a short snout. One of most common causes for dog snoring is allergy related problems. This can cause post-nasal drainage that
can precipitate nighttime snoring. While snoring may not be serious, it certainly can be disruptive, primarily to people who are losing sleep or patience from a noisy snorer. Treating snoring may require a few different tactics and potentially a visit to the veterinarian. *Try changing your dog’s bed to another material or clean it more frequently if you suspect allergies are the culprit. *Laying splayed-out can cause snoring. Changing the bed to a roundshaped one causes the dog to curl up and may reduce snoring. *Obesity can also lead
Straight Squawk About Pet Birds Dogs cats and small Dogs, animals aren’t the only pets people p love to keep. Birds are popular pe pets as well. Here are some statistics on those feathered frien friends. * 10 to 17 million bird are kept as pets birds th United States. in the * Birds are the third mos popular pet most behind cats and dogs. * The Pacific region of the country has the highest concentration of pet birds. vete * Bird veterinary care is relainexpe tively inexpensive. On avero age a bird owner pays $25 in annual care, much less than
for a dog or cat. * The American Pet Products Association presents top pet product trends for 2010. One of them is to reduce the carbon ‘paw’ or ‘claw’ print of a pet. Using natural cage litters, toys, accessories and organic food options are ways for a bird to go green. * An Australian parakeet, the budgerigar, or “Budgie” as they are known in some parts of the world, is the most commonly owned pet bird. The reasons could be because they are small, widely available, inexpensive, easy to tame and care for, and can learn to talk. * Dehydration and failure to have wings clipped are leading causes of pet bird fatalities.
to snoring. If your dog is overweight, put him on a diet and make him exercise more frequently. Sometimes simply losing a few pounds can greatly reduced the propensity to snore. *Dogs with short facial structure, such as Pugs and Boxers, may be prone to snoring more so than other breeds with lon-
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Jamaica features a tree-house bar in middle of sea Popular Pelican Bar is an idealized, rebuilt tree house
in hand, and watch pelicans repeatedly lumbering ponderously into the air like overladen cargo aircraft, only to plummet steeply, with wings swept back, and beak first to skewer fish. And after a few beers or glasses of Jamaican rum, the ride back
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T R E A S U R E BEACH, Jamaica— Treasure Beach, on Jamaica’s southwest coast, has a row of small, quiet hotels rimming a bay shared with local fishermen. At the shoreline they sell their catch from cool boxes, and forktailed frigate birds with narrow wings and long, pointed beaks hang almost stationary above them on the breeze. But the fishermen also do business offering a taxi service out to an extraordinary watering hole perched on stilts over a submerged sandbar. It’s a 30-minute ride out to the Pelican Bar in an outboard-driven fishing boat at speed over a half-kilometre of sea seemingly more potholed than the country’s roads, and the trip is a thrill in itself. While holding on tightly as the prow slams into yet another wave there’s the always prospect of a calming drink at the end of the ride. The Pelican Bar itself is an idealized tree house, a hut assembled mostly from mangrove wood, with sides a grid work of woven sticks, and a complex jumble of branches to hold up a shaggy grass roof. It looks at once sturdy and fragile. The original was put up in 2001 and lasted until it was blown down by Hurricane Ivan in 2004. By then it had become an established attraction and was quickly rebuilt. A rickety stepladder of branches leads up to the uneven plank floor supported by a small forest of spindly poles driven into the sandbar below. Despite a small wind turbine on the roof to provide power for the beer fridge behind the small screened-in bar in the corner, the structure is the last word in rustic, also sporting furniture of rough-hewn wood. Where other pubs have a cat or a dog, the Pelican Bar has pet rays, prowling in the bar’s shadow waters, close enough to touch. The occasional prettily mottled crab scuttles sideways across the floor.
under moonlight and past a shoreline now twinkling with lights merely seems to add to the reasons to return the next evening. Access For information on travel in Jamaica visit the Jamaica Tourist Board’s website at www.visitjamaica.com.
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Owner Floyd Forbes, the fisherman who built the Pelican after having dreamt of it one night, can be found lounging at one end of a small jetty, too relaxed to say very much. If he’s not here when you arrive, his phone number is on a wooden sign
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Father’s songs live on with Phillips As the son of legendary folk performer Bruce “Utah” Phillips, Duncan Phillips began travelling on the road with his father in the winter of 2000. Utah referred to Duncan as his “road manager,” but Duncan jokes that everyone knows his father couldn’t be managed. Utah always had the dream of playing on stage together with his son, but as a kid, Duncan could never reconcile that in learning to play the guitar, he would be learning one of the very things that kept him separated from his father for so many years. Duncan performed on stage just shortly after his dad’s death in 2008. Along with Utah’s old road-worn Guild guitar, Duncan inherited the songs and stories of the people and places that his father wrote about over his 40-plus years of wandering the country. In Duncan’s own words: “Well, even though he may be gone, every time I’m on the stage, he is there with me and this is my story, so far ... oh yeah, I do live in Utah.” Kate MacLeod, Kat Eggleston and Duncan Phillips are on tour in support of “Lost and Found” and “Long Gone.” They will perform Tuesday, Jan. 17 at the Cumberland Hotel. Door 7:30 p.m., show 8:30 p.m. Tickets ($20) are available at the hotel. Call 250-336-
DUNCAN PHILLIPS, SON of legendary folk performer Bruce “Utah” Phillips, will perform at the Cumberland Hotel Jan. 17.
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Performers announced More artists to be revealed bit by bit for MusicFest Vancouver Island MusicFest has just released the first handful of performers who will be coming to the annual festival, scheduled for July 6 to 8. Once or twice a week, they will slowly reveal names of other
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each other or do songs in the round. It’s a little different every night,” says Duncan Phillips. Kate MacLeod and Kat Eggleston have performed together since 1999 and have now completed their second duo recording, Lost and Found, to be distributed by Waterbug Records. Their duo recordings supplement their individual work as roots-music songwriters and performers, but as a duo their charm and musicality transform into a sum greater than its parts. Their new CD features original songs, traditional instrumental pieces from the British Isles, and a few surprise covers including
one by the super-group ABBA. Long Gone is a regional recording comprised of artists from in and around the state of Utah. The eclectic group of twenty or so artists includes former music students and band mates of the late Utah Phillips, as well as artists that have been influenced by his vast body of work over the years. Just as Bruce did, all of the musicians on this recording still call Utah home, and are well-established artists in their own right. The CD was produced by Utah’s own Kate MacLeod. Many of the songs on this tribute CD are regional to the state of
Utah and tell the story of the West as “Utah” saw it. Throughout the recording process, all of the guitar work was performed on “Utah’s” old road-worn Guild guitar, the same guitar that his son Duncan Phillips now uses on stage to pay tribute to his father: “The Golden Voice of the Great Southwest ” Bruce “Utah” Phillips.
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AVALANCHE BAR & GRILL jam night every Tuesday 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: 250-338-6211, 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: 250-3342512. 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 250-334-4613. 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.
BACKYARDIGANS at Sid Theatre, 3:30 and Williams Theatre 6:30 p.m. FMI: 250-3382430 or online at www. sidwilliamstheatre.com. COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY opening reception for In Place/Displaced, Animalmorphic, Tomorrow from 7 to 9 p.m. through March 3. Open Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free event. FMI: 250-3386211
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SILK PAJAMAS at Zocalo’s, 7:30 to 9 p.m. FMI: 250331-0933
Saturday, Jan. 14 COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY panel discussion with three artists and BCSPCA, MARS, Tsolum Restoration and Project Watershed discuss animals, humans, habitat. 10 a.m. to noon. Free or $3 donation. FMI: 250-338-6211.
Wednesday, Jan.18 COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY presents Art21, a PBS short film and discussion from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Free or $3 donation. FMI: 250338-6211
Saturday, Jan. 21 MAMMA MIA screens at Sid Williams Theatre for an ABBA singalong, 7 p.m. Tickets at Sid Williams box office. FMI: 250-334-0697. All proceeds go to St. Joseph’s Hospital Maternal Care Ward for critical care equipment.
Sunday, Jan. 22 COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY and TIFF present the film Take Shelter at the Rialto Cinema at 5 p.m. Tickets are $11 and can be purchased at CVAG gift shop. FMI: 250-338-6211.
Monday, Jan. 23 BACKYARDIGANS at Sid Williams Theatre, 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. FMI: www.TheBackyardigansOnTour.com.
Tuesday, Jan. 24 BONE THUGS-N-HARMONY at The Bridge Lounge on 5th Street.. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at 133 Skate Shop and City Spirits Liquor Store.
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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.
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Musical new year Preschoolers to celebrate Ukrainian New Year Don’t put your party dress away yet! Preschoolers and their parents/caregivers are invited to join TreeFrog Music to celebrate the new year (Ukrainian New Year, that is) 10 to 11:15 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 13, at a Music Together Jam Party. We’ll be dancing and singing, moving and shaking, banging on drums and then celebrating with a little treat. Current and former students, friends, and any folks interested in finding out more about Music Together– an internationally recognized early childhood music and movement program – are all welcome. Admission is by donation of cash, nonperishable food and clean, gently used toys and household items for the Comox Valley Transition Society. The Transition Society supports women and children who
have to make a new start due to domestic violence. They offer counselling as well as practical help, crisis assistance service and a safe house. Starting over from a safe base is very relevant to the fresh start of a new year, and TreeFrog Music is happy to support the Transition Society’s efforts to give a helping hand to families in need. TreeFrog Music is a local business that offers music lessons and Music Together classes, for kids 0 to 5 years old, and the grown-ups who love them. These classes are fun and engaging explorations of tone and rhythm, singing, movement and sound. They are 45 minutes of pure fun with your child, and yet they build the foundations of future musical ability, as well as developing language and gross motor skills. More information can be had by looking up the TreeFrog website at www.treefrogmusic.ca, or the very informative Music Together website at www.musictogether.
com. This season, TreeFrog is adding the Abbey in Cumberland as a new site for Music Together classes. “The Abbey is an amazing space with great acoustics and lots of room to play,” Treefrog director Kazimea Sokil says. A former pioneer era church, the Abbey is now privately owned and used for workshops and classes. It can be found at 2689 Penrith Ave. in Cumberland. Music Together classes will be held at the Abbey Fridays at 10 a.m., starting Jan. 27. Classes will also be held in Courtenay on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. at the Saltwater School, 2311 Rosewall Cres., starting Jan. 24. For information on registration, check the website. There is a discount for early registration, and the classes are filling up. Please RSVP for the New Year’s Music Together Jam Party by contacting Kazimea at 250-650-3738 or treefrogkaz@gmail.com. Shchaslivoho Novoho Roku (Happy New Year)!
PRESCHOOLERS AND THEIR parents are invited to celebrate the Ukrainian New Year Jan. 13 at a Music Together Jam Party. PHOTO SUBMITTED
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‘Show-stopper’ singer performing at Sid Hailed by Opera Canada magazine as “a show-stopper,” bass-baritone Chad Louwerse brings his impeccable singing to the Sid Williams Theatre on Monday morning, Jan. 16. Joining him on the stage for this third concert in the Mattina Musica series will be pianist Sarah Hagen. Originally from British Columbia, Louwerse is poised to take his place among the most important bassbaritones of his generation. He debuted in Europe with l’Opéra National du Rhin in Strasbourg as Bernadino in Berlioz’ “Benvenuto Cellini” and in Canada has been heard from Quebec to British Columbia. He has had major roles with the Montreal Opera, Montreal Opera’s Atelier Lyrique, Pacific Opera Victoria, Edmonton Opera, Opera Nuova and, most recently, in Vancouver Opera’s latest production of “Roméo et Juliette.”
PIANIST SARAH HAGEN will join bass-baritone Chad Louwerse Jan. 16 for the third concert in the Mattina Musica series at the Sid Williams Theatre. PHOTO SUBMITTED Currently residing in London, Ont., Louwerse is a winner of both the CBC Westcoast Per-
formance Pacific Spotlight competition and the Début competition and has given recit-
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No auditions for community choir “Everybody has a voice, let’s use it.” The Ubuntu Network believes everyone can sing, and in the Comox Valley we have the exciting opportunity to sing with others in the Letz Sing Community Choir. Letz Sing, with choir director, Tina Filippino starts up a new winter term beginning
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laughs with Pateman Adam Pateman is a comedian based out of Vancouver and New York who loves bulldogs, curry, and writing bios in the third-person. He recently starred in his first national halfhour comedy special on The Comedy Network and will also be the headliner for Comedy Night at the Avalanche Bar & Grill on Thursday, Jan. 19. Pateman’s comedic perspective is that of a grown-up child of the ‘90s, examining the identity of his spoiled generation. He is very funny. For more information check out www. avalanchebar.ca. The laughter starts at 8 p.m. on Jan. 19 and cover is $10.
the week of Jan. 9 in three locations, Courtenay, Comox and Black Creek. This choir welcomes confident singers, and curious singers, as well as those of us who want to run from the room when required to sing Happy Birthday. There are no auditions, no written music, no performance, and most of
all, no stress – only lots of harmonious fun. Under the direction of Tina, we learn songs, chants and rounds from a diversity of origins. For those with singing experience, the weekly sessions offer practice in breathwork, focused listening and singing in three- and four-part harmony. The Letz Sing
schedule is as follows: Courtenay meets Mondays at 7:30 p.m. at the Native Sons’ Hall, Comox meets Tuesdays at 10 a.m. at the Comox Lion’s Den, and Black Creek meets on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m at Halbe Hall. For more information, go to www.letzsing.com. – Ubuntu Network
scene, Hagen lives and works in a loft studio in one of Vancouver’s most vibrant artistic neighbourhoods. She and Louwerse first met in Ottawa in 1998 at the National Music Festival where they were both prize winners and realized they shared a common sense of musical integrity and creative ideals. Their paths have continually crisscrossed since then. Some years later, unbeknownst to Hagen, Louwerse was invited to host her CBC Radio Two debut recital. Encouraging a pause from operatic life and the Ontario winter, Hagen persuaded Louwerse to come out to the west coast for a tour of Art Song, spirituals and operetta. Their program, highlighting the rich connection between voice and piano, includes works by Schubert and Fauré, the charming “Tale Of The Oyster” by Cole Porter, and likely a surprise or two! Individual tickets are $20. Coffee and tea is served at 10 a.m. and music begins at 10:30. For more information on the Mattina Musica series and other upcoming performances, visit www.sidwilliamstheatre.com or call 250338-2430.
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Cumberland art on display at Serious Coffee Visit Serious Coffee on Cliffe Avenue January and February and take in a group of paintings inspired by the Cumberland Museum photo collection and interpreted by the artist Michelle Peters. The painting style
is alive with essential and playful lines, metallic backgrounds, subtle colour and nostalgic content. Michelle currently works at the Cumberland Museum and has an extensive background in art history.
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ERIC LAM DELIGHTS in teaching dancing to students of all skill levels. PHOTO SUBMITTED
Learn to jive and rumba with Lam “Nothing is ever taught – it is caught!” So did Eric Lam catch the imagination and loyalty of dance students who delight in his natural talent for teaching dancing. He will teach a fun and funky Beginner/Beyond Beginner Jive workshop at 2 to 3 p.m. in an interesting way beneficial to both beginners and skilled dancers alike. This Sunday’s Jan. 8 workshop will be followed by general dancing from 3 to 5 p.m. at d’Esterre House in Comox. Advanced tickets are $10 for members, $12 for guests, $2 more at the door. Tickets are sold at 1801 Beaufort Ave. office, open 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. weekdays or reserve with Arabella at arabella888@gmail. com. Groove to sultry, graceful rumba: Those who have seen Eric Lam in action clamour for his comeback group lessons at d’Esterre House, this time on Monday afternoons starting Jan. 9. It’s Beyond Beginner Rumba at 3 to 5 p.m., Beginner Jive at 4 to 5 p.m. and private coaching lessons (student’s choice) at 5 to 6 p.m. Workshops are only $10 per hour or $35 for a four-session class in
January for d’Esterre members, $2 more per hour for guests or $44 for the four-session class for non-members. Semi-private coaching lessons are a different fee, on appointment only basis. Reserve your space with Arabella at 250941-8885 or arabella888@gmail.com.
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CREEPY MOVIE ACROSS 1 Plot anew 6 Huffed and puffed 10 Droid rival 16 Letters after C 19 Puccini work 20 Lady — Chaplin 21 Actor Lon of chillers 22 Yale Bowl yeller 23 Start of a riddle 26 Actor Affleck 27 Work units, in 11Down 28 BlackBerry device, e.g., for short 29 Floppy parts of a beagle 30 Youth’s opposite 32 Partner of neither 33 Puccini’s “O — babbino caro” 34 Miss the mark 35 Adherent: Suffix 38 I’s, in Athens 39 Riddle, part 2 44 Retired female professor 45 Metropolis of Japan 46 Funny Johnson 47 Biblical song 50 One sparring 52 Rio’s car maker 54 Actor Tony 57 Riddle, part 3 64 Suffix with pay or play 65 Bread buy 67 Shoulder of a road 68 Hooting baby bird 69 Hollow between hills 71 Riddle, part 4 76 Entwined 77 Behave theatrically 79 Feline cry 80 Kosovo resident 82 Vote “for” 83 Riddle, part 5 88 Revised, as text 90 Dove noise 91 Unbusy bee 93 Sloppy 94 Ladder part 98 Explorer — da Gama 101 Hockey great Mario 104 End of the riddle 110 Trendily dated 111 Woodcutting tool 112 “So nasty!” 113 Pindaric poem
114 115 117 119 120 121 122 127 128 129 130 131 132 133 134
A fire sign Melodious Actress Olin Haloed Fr. woman Spurt Abbr. in co. names Riddle’s answer Leisure shirt Bee or flea Axel or lutz Word with city or circle Part of OS: Abbr. Capital of Kansas — terrier Feats of skill
DOWN 1 Ivanhoe’s ladylove 2 Screenwriter Nora 3 Scant, to a Brit 4 Part of M.A. 5 “— -Man Fever” 6 Woman’s bedroom 7 Former Vegas star Falana 8 Terminus 9 Passengertransporting motorboat 10 Champagne bucket 11 Nobel Prize category 12 — Solo 13 — scale of 1 to 10 14 Sci-fi mariner 15 It has lashes 16 Participant in an arguing contest 17 Posh 18 Savoir-faire 24 Voice a view 25 Rabbit kin 31 TV “explorer” 33 Warm-blooded one 34 Consume, Biblestyle 36 “Na Na” lead-in 37 Chicken — masala (Indian dish) 40 Fuse 41 1997 sci-fi spoof, briefly 42 Projecting window 43 Milk, in Metz 47 Innocent until — guilty 48 Deli staple 49 Alternative to digital 51 Person jostling someone in jest 53 — -Z (thorough) 55 Park place?
“Well, — -didah!” 58 Hear legally 59 Medical ins. plans 60 “So nasty!” 61 Big London insurer 62 Flood zone structures 63 Unwavering 66 U.S. disaster relief org. 70 Ordinal number ending 72 Stitch up 73 Ratted out 74 Doctor’s charge 75 It has triceps 78 List finisher: Abbr. 81 Mystify 84 Harbor inlet 85 Lion sounds 86 Attendancechecking routines 87 Skulk around 89 Subsequent 92 They precede ens 94 Narrow ship passages 95 “Laura” star Gene 96 Leads on 97 Firebug 99 Org. issuing nine-digit IDs 100 Unruly patch of hair 102 Related element form 103 Quilt stuffing 105 Small, sticky note 106 “If it — broke ...” 107 Like Swiss peaks 108 Not optional 109 High-rises 116 “How awful!” 118 Jazz singer James 119 Totter 120 Clearheaded 123 Sci-fi talent 124 Director Spike or Ang 125 “I see mice!” 126 Prefix with life or size
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We learn from intense experiences My feelings just seem to get hurt over and over: people making remarks that cut me, not including me in conversations, or not telling me about things that are going on. People say that I’m too sensitive, that I shouldn’t take things so seriously. Maybe I am, but I just feel so left out when things like that happen. How can I stop being so sensitive? First of all, you feel what you feel. Rather than trying to stop feeling what you actually feel, it may be helpful to get really up close and personal with your own particular brand of sensitivity. When you really understand how and when you are feeling sensitive, it may be more possible to be skilful when situations come up which are upsetting. Once this is clear, you can avoid the blanket of “I’m too sensitive” in favour of a more accurate definition of your experience. Maybe “I’m not sensitive to everything, but I’m really sensitive to not being included in things” fits better. I wonder if when you think about it, you can put your finger on the first time or incident that gave you some pretty intense feelings of being left out. Where it all started. Lots of times intense experi-
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Yet another accolade for Brewers’ Green George Farelli Special to the Record
It’s less than a six-hour trip to Langley from Comox by road and boat. Yet Langley’s Brett Lawrie and Comox’s Taylor Green wound up in the same place. They began the season in the minors, finished in the majors — Lawrie playing third with the Toronto Blue Jays, Green coming off the bench with the Milwaukee Brewers — and now the two have been linked together again. They will share the Canadian Baseball Network’s first Randy Echlin Memorial Award, named after the former Ontario Supreme Court Justice who passed in August after years of running the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame selection committee. CBN Pitcher of the Year honours went to Mark Hardy (Campbell River) who in his second year as a pro soon became the workhorse for the single-A Ft. Wayne TinCaps, making 27 starts. He won 11 games (most by any Canadian at the affiliated minor league level), dropped 10 and in 129 1/3 innings pitched, surrendered only 40 earned runs, ending the season with a neat 2.78 ERA. Both Green and Hardy are products of the Parksville Royals’ system and Dave Wallace’s coaching in particular. The BC Premier League has coaching legends like Bill Green, John Haar and Doug Mathieson who have touched the lives of thousands of youngsters, but the hours Wallace puts in at the diamond can’t be overlooked. A total of 121 Canadians played on minor league teams in 2011, while another 48 played for independent league teams. Both hitters played the same position and followed
Vanier’s Towhees hosting tourney Earle Couper Record Staff
IN HIS FIRST major league at bat with Milwaukee, Taylor Green ripped a single to right field. similar paths this summer, each enjoying a breakout season. They were good enough in both cases, to merit promotions to the majors. Lawrie made his debut the Blue Jays on Aug. 5 while Green made his Major League debut wth the Brewers on Aug. 31. Ironically, both achieved their first Major League hit in their respective debut game. Green put up some excellent numbers with the Nashville Sounds, in 94 games and 420 at-bats he had 141 hits, scored 74 runs, while hitting 36 doubles, 22
homers, 88 there is no RBIs and a doubt Green .336 average. has proved Green earned conclusively Pacific Coast that he is League alla potential star honours Major League and played in player. the Triple-A H a r d y, all-star game 23, a former in Salt Lake Comox ValCity, Utah. ley Blizzard With the and UniverBrewers, he MARK HARDY sity of Britappeared in ish Columbia 20 games and produced a Thunderbird, is beginning very respectable .270 aver- to show a strong potential age. His success this year to develop into a future may have been slightly front line starter for the overshadowed by fellow Padres. countryman Lawrie, but His toughest rival and
finishing a close second was Andrew Albers (North Battleford, Sask.) who was a very shrewd free agent signing by Minnesota Twins scout Tim O’Neill prior to the 2011 season. Both Hardy and Albers were key members of the Team Canada pitching staff at the 2011 Pan American games in Mexico and made significant contributions to a gold medal winning performance. This capped off what was obviously a terrific season for both of these young pitchers. Reprinted with permission of CanadianBaseballNetwork.com.
Some of the top Vancouver Island AA junior boys basketball teams are in town this weekend for the Tucky Schellinck Tournament, hosted by the Vanier Towhees. No. 2 St. Michael’s (Victoria), No. 7 Mark Isfeld Ice (Courtenay) and No. 10 Highland Raiders (Comox) are joined by John Barsby (Nanaimo), Dover Bay (Nanaimo), Ballenas (Parksville) and three-time finalists London-Steveston (Richmond) and the host Towhees for the event, which gets underway today and wraps up Saturday. Today, Vanier vs. John Barsby at 1 p.m., Highland vs. Dover Bay at 2:30 p.m., Ballenas vs. SMUS at 4 p.m., Isfeld vs. London-Steveston at 5:30 p.m. and the last game goes at 7 p.m. Play resumes Saturday at 8:30 a.m. and continues through to the championship final at 5:30 p.m. Vanier coach Tony Edwards notes the high calibre of competition means this is a great tourney for hoops fans to take in. Ballenas will be out to defend their title after beating Steveston in last year’s tourney. SMUS is Steve Nash’s alma mater, and Edwards said there will be a raffle for one of Nash’s jerseys. A concession stand will be open, and admission is free. All-stars and an MVP will be chosen, with awards handed out after the final game Saturday night. sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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Valley athletes, teams enjoyed a successful 2011 Today we wrap up our look back at the year 2011 in sports in the Comox Valley. Here’s hoping for continued success to all our local athletes and teams in the new year. NOVEMBER • The Comox Valley Baseball Association organized a homecoming party for Taylor Green to help celebrate his successful season with the Milwaukee Brewers’ organization. An auction helped raise funds for ballpark fencing. • The Vanier Towhees finished third at the Vancouver Island senior boys volleyball championships. • Maverick Hatch was enjoying a great season of pro beach volleyball. He and his playing partner have their sights set on future Olympics appearances. • The Comox Valley Road Runners held their annual Memorial Run, one of many events they sponsor throughout the year. • Deb Goodwin’s rink (Lonnie Schopp, Kim Jonsson, Lori Ross) were the Dominion Club champions representing B.C. at the Canadian championships in Richmond. • The Comox Valley Cubs didn’t win the title but had lots of fun at the Roy Hobbs World Series in Florida. • The Vanier Towhees senior boys football team advanced to the Island playoffs. • Comox Valley United men’s soccer team was undefeated and
leading the way in Div. 3B of the Vancouver Island Soccer League. • Skiers and snowboarders were gearing up for another season on the slopes at Mount Washington Alpine Resort. • Former high school stalwarts Ryan MacKinnon, Calvin Westbrook, Keenan Milburn, Brad Gunter, Tiffany Olsen and Chelsea Olsen were enjoying success at the CIS level. • The Dean Thulin rink dominated the Golden Hammer Bonspiel. • Dustin “Disorder” Porter of the CV Bulldogs won his MMA fight at ACF 7 Breakout in Victoria. • Twins Adam and Scott Commandeur qualified for the B.C. high school cross-country championships. • Lisa Cunningham won her doubles division title at the world skeet championships in San Antonio, Texas. • The Highland Raiders senior and junior boys volleyball team combined into one squad and with Vanier coach Brian McAskill leading them posted some impressive results. DECEMBER • Cincinatti Reds pitching prospect Kyle Lotzkar returned to the Comox Valley to visit his friend and trainer Marc St. Jules and to help raise food and clothing for the Comox Valley Food Bank. • Mount Washington Alpine Resort was still awaiting the return of
THE COMOX VALLEY Kickers men’s rugby team’s only loss of the season came to the Velox Valhallians in the VIRU Div. 3 championship. RECORD FILE PHOTO La Niña as the expected big dumps of snow had yet to materialize. • Brett McLean, who has represented Canada at the international level several times, was named to this year’s Canadian national men’s team for the Spengler Cup
hockey tournament in Davos, Switzerland. • The Isfeld Ice junior girls won the Vanier Towhees basketball tournament. • Goalie Cole Holowenko was high on the list of WHL 2012 draft prospects. The former Comox Valley Midg-
et Chiefs netminder is currently with the Prince Albert Raiders. • The NHL Oldtimers, led by Hall of Famers Bryan Trottier and Glenn Anderson, announced they will return to the Comox Valley in the new year to take on the Vancouver Island Law Enforcement Team in a fundraiser for Cops for Cancer. • Comox Valley Triathlete Club members Audrey Erlandson and Don Blacklock wrapped up their season with stamina-testing events in the American desert. • The Isfeld Ice senior boys got their basketball season off to a strong start by winning their own tournament. • The Comox Valley Kickers men’s rugby team’s only loss of the season was to a more experienced Velox Valhallians squad in the VIRU Div. 3 championship. • Motocross riders wrapped up their successful Island season with their annual awards banquet. • The Highland Raiders senior boys finished
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We provide programs for youth ages 4-18 years in both recreational and competitive select league, as well as programs for men & women.
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January 10th - 20th, 2012 and purchase 10 days of unlimited yoga for just $10! Please arrive early to your first class, well hydrated, and bring a bottle of water, 2 large towels and a mat if you have one! Come prepared to sweat, stretch… and change your lifestyle! “The most important think in your life… is your life!” Bikram Choudhury - Founder of Bikram Yoga
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Starts Saturday January 14, 8:30 am Lower Native Son’s Hall off 3rd St. & Cliffe Ave. Welcome tthe New Year in with a commitment to yourself to have a healthy and active lifestyle. For all levels from walkers, beginner runners or those who want to go faster and longer Each participant receives: • New friends • Clinic T-shirt, • Increased self-conÀdence • Tunner’s manual/log book, • Weekly speakers with expert advice • Entrance in the Ànal 5km Fun Run • An incredible sense of on all things running related accomplishment!! • Encouragement and coaching for 10 weeks Finale: Saturday, 17th March: Timed 5k Fun Run. You Can Do It! Cost: $45 before Jan. 7, 2012: After Jan. 7, 2012 $50. Register at Extreme Runners, the Lewis Center or at the Àrst session Fitness for Everyone!
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James Milne Senior Student of Master Henry Wang
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beginning January 10th at 6:30pm $95 for eight one hour classes
Free Introductory Classes Offered Saturday, January 7 @ 10 a.m. & 2 p.m.
Emphasizes will be on Qi Gong or the movement of energy (chi) to enhance the quality of life. Serious participants will discover a new way of moving physically while learning to manage the flow of chi. Tai Chi has been recognized as having many health benefits. Since there is a limited space, the first 10 to register will be given priority.
Phone or e-mail James at 250-339-3641 or jamesmilne@shaw.ca
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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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Come SWIM with the SHARKS
SHARK SCHOOL 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
REGISTRATION Takes place on the FIRST DAY of the Program JANUARY 10th • 3:30 - 4:30 pm In the lobby of the Sports Centre (3001 Vanier Drive). 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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Visions of more victories dance in Yetis’ heads Kalan Anglos
Kings, who didn’t win backto-back games all month. Michael Scobie showed his durability, getting plenty of ice time on nearly every line, while Garrett Brandsma and Lee Orpen both saw time on the top line and put their share of points on the board. The Glacier Kings finished the month, and the 2011 year, with a 16-11-3 record, still good for first place in the North Division, six points ahead of the Generals. With the new year upon us, it’s time to forget the
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The stockings are no longer hung by the chimney with care, and the hopes of St. Nicholas are now nowhere. The trees have been concealed, the decorations confined, the new year is upon us, so much we shall find. For one local hockey team, new challenges await, it is the hopes of many: their reward shall be great. For the Comox Valley Glacier Kings, a melodic poem might be just the soothing essence they need to bring in the remainder of their Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League season. It’s been a tale of two sectors for the Icemen thus far in the 2011-2012 campaign, and with only a dozen games left in the regular season, crunch time awaits. The Kings started off their season in impressive fashion, winning back-toback games against the Peninsula Panthers before losing their only game of the opening month to the Kerry Park Islanders at home. They would finish September 5-1, outscoring their opponents 30-23 (nine of which came in the 9-3 loss to the Islanders). Newly appointed captain Jackson Garrett showed he was ready and able to lead the team, amassing 11 goals and seven assists in the month, including a fivepoint game against rival Campbell River Storm on Sept. 23. October proved to be much the same for the Yetis, who opened the month with four straight victories, running their early season win streak to seven games. Their toughest test of the early season came Oct. 20 when the Yetis travelled to Victoria to take on the South Division leading Victoria Cougars – who were 11-1 at the time. In hostile territory, the Kings got it
decorations, the Christmas trees and yes, the poems, as the daily grind begins once again. For these Glacier Kings, it’s time to tie their laces a little tighter and get ready for the home stretch. It’s time to get back to work. First action back for the Kings was last night when they were in Victoria to take on the Cougars. Next home game is Saturday when the Kings host the Peninsula Panthers. Puck drops at 7:30 p.m. and, as always, can be heard at www.glacierkings.ca.
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THE GLACIER KINGS have had their ups and downs in the first half of the season and they play their first home game of the second half this Saturday against the Peninsula Panthers. RECORD FILE PHOTO BY JIM HOCKLEY done, downing the Cougars 5-3 with inspiring rookie Myles Powell leading the way with a goal and assist. The goaltending was proving itself to be a force in the league, with the tandem of Cameron Large, who had a 35-save shutout in a 10-0 trumping of the Kerry Park Islanders on Oct. 8, and Jackson Winkler, who made 55 saves in a 4-2 victory versus the Storm on Oct. 14. The Kings finished October with an 11-4 record and first place in the North Division standings. But then, one of the more perennial seasons in recent Glacier King memory took a
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turn for the worse. To start November, the Yetis were faced with a home-andaway series against their North Division rival. The Kings lost the first game in a devastating shootout, and the following night again at home. It was a series which sent the team on a downward spiral toward mediocrity. The Kings lost four of their next six games and finished with just two wins in the month. The Oceanside Generals began to close the gap on first place and to make matters worse, at month’s end, they had lost the league’s top rookie scorer and first line stalwart in
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Powell who was scooped up by the Victoria Grizzlies of the BCHL Junior A league. “We’re not in the business of stopping players from advancing up the ranks,” said Kings GM/owner Dave Webb. “We wish Myles all the best, but this one definitely hurts.” In the final month of the 2011 portion of the season, the Glacier Kings struggled to find consistency. Head coach Jordan Butcher preached a better overall team effort and harder work in their own zone. Jordan Kamprath stepped up in a big way, scoring five goals and five assists in six games for the
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William Francis Barber February 16, 1936 ~ December 28, 2011 Bill passed away after a long and very courageous battle with cancer. Bill was predeceased by his father, mother, sister and one brother, as well as his only son, William Jr. (May 2010). Bill is survived by his wife of 56 years, Myrna; three daughters: Sandra (Joe) Short, Karen (Steve) Holmes and Ann (Vance) Brown; eleven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren; two brothers and many nieces and nephews. Bill had a 22 year career in the Armed Forces. After retiring he became a Marine Mechanic and eventually opened his own business (Barbers Marine). Bill will be forever missed by his family and friends. We send our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to Dr. Val Veerapen, the homecare nurses: Barb and Marlene, the respite caregivers and to the wonderful caring nursing staff of 3 north and 2 north at the Campbell River Hospital. Those wishing to, may make a donation in Billâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory to the Canadian Cancer Society, 55 St. Clair Avenue West. Suite 300, Toronto, Ontario M4V 2Y7. A Celebration of Billâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life will be held on January 9th, 2012 at 2:00 pm at the upper Comox Legion, 1825 Comox Ave, Comox, BC. Messages of condolence for the family may be left at www.suttonsfuneralhome.com
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We regret to announce the passing of Gregg Alfred Williams of Edson, Alberta on December 25th, 2011 at the age of 53 years. Gregg is survived by his life companion Sandy of Edson, Alberta, his children, Michaela Miller and her children Tyler Gregory and Seth William all of Edmon-n ton, Alberta and his son Jordan Miller (Danielle Hawryluk) and his daughter Kayley all of Edson, Alberta. Also surviving is his father Alfred Williams of Comox, British Columbia and siblings Darrel Williams and family of Edmonton, Alberta, Debbie Williams and family of Comox, British Columbia and Kelly Williams and family of Beaumont, Alberta. There are numerous other relatives and many friends left to mourn as well. Gregg was predeceased by his mother June Williams on December 19th, 1996. Cremation has taken place and interment of cremated remains will be held at a later date. In lieu of other tributes, donations if desired may be made to Jump Start â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1-877 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 616 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6600 or on line at canadiantire.ca\ jumpstart in memory of Gregg Alfred Williams. EDSON FUNERAL HOME LTD. 780-23-3575 entrusted with all arrangements. To send condolences on line, please visit our website at www.edsonfuneralhome.com
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TURNER Betty Gwendoline
Passed away peacefully in Comox, B.C. on December 30, 2011. Louise was predeceased by her parents Jacob & Martha Reimer, her sisters Wanda Brown and Caroline Janzen, her brother Jake B. Reimer and her daughter Katherine (and husband Joseph) Grieves. Louise is survived and will be greatly missed by sons John (Aceliz) Wehrfritz of Ottawa, George (Maribel) Wehrfritz of Fort MacMurray and Peter (Simone) Conrad of Edmonton, her daughter Julianna (Garth) Wehrfritz-Hanson of Medicine Hat, her grandchildren; Samantha, Jessica, Tess, Anna, Josie, Desiree, Travis and Jahna. Her great grandchildren Katherine, Kesler & Keenan, her sister Gertrude (Howard) of Hamilton, Sister-in-law Marie Reimer, Brother-in-law Jake Janzen as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. Louise worked in administrative staff for the Attorney Generalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office in the Alberta Government and loved to work as a seamstress. She was married for 25 years, raised a family in Hinton and High Prairie, moved to Edmonton then the Comox Valley where she resided until she passed away. A Funeral Service will take place on Friday, January 6, 2012 at 1PM from Comox Valley Funeral Home, Cremation and Reception Centre, 1101 Ryan Road, Courtenay, followed by interment at Courtenay Civic Cemetery. Donations in Louiseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Memory made to The Canadian Cancer Society or the Arthritis Society would be appreciated.
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passed away peacefully on December 30, 2011. She was predeceased by her husband Donald Walter Turner, married for 55years. Betty will be missed by her son Brian Turner (Catherine) Daughter Cindy TurnerGulycz (Morris Gulycz), Grandchildren Ashley, Nicholas, Alexander, Jasmine and Gary, her little dog Bridget and many uncles, aunts, cousins in Saskatchewan and Montreal and her many close friends in Courtenay. Betty was born in Lashburn, Saskatchewan, and she grew up in Bowser and Courtenay. Betty was married in Lloydminster, Sask. 1955 and joined her husband in Germany where he was stationed in the Canadian Armed Forces for 2 years. After returning to Canada, they settled and built their first home in Comox. They had two children, and built two more homes in Courtenay. They then bought property on Headquarters Road and built a barn and farmhouse, finally settling them into a life on a hobby farm where the family thrived. Betty flourished in her new role of farm life, where they raised most farm animals. Betty was most passionate for the horses, foals, sheep, lambs, Border Collies and pups, her Siamese cats and poodle, Vickie. Betty was well known at Election time where she worked as a D.R.O and worked for Statistics Canada for many years. Betty was an active member in many clubs and organizations such as Beta Sigma Phi, North Vancouver Island Horse Association, North Island Border Collie Club, Schoolhouse Quilters, Black Creek Fibre Arts Guild, Woolgatherer`s Guild of Spinners and Weavers, Comox Valley Cart `N Carriage Club, Comox Valley Exhibition, Central Island Bird Club and Evergreen Singers. Betty loved spending her time with friends, dying and spinning wool, weaving blankets or quilting. She enjoyed showcasing her craft and skills at many shows, sales and exhibits. She also raised Canaries and Finches. She loved spending time listening to their sweet songs. Betty was a loving mother, grandmother and a cherished friend to many. She will be missed greatly. Family would like to thank Ocean View nurses and caregivers for their loving care. A Celebration of Life Tea will be held January 15, 2012 at Grantham Hall, in Tsolum 1-3 pm. Flowers for the family may be sent to 2155 LakeTrail Road, Courtenay in care of Brian Turner. Or if friends so wish donations, in Bettyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory made to Alzheimer`s Society of Canada, would be appreciated.
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SCHREINER Arnold â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Arnieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; John It is with heavy hearts that we announce that Arnold passed away suddenly and peacefully, with his family at his side, December 29, 2011, at St Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital in Comox.
Donna Pauline Vix 25 May 1929 - 27 December 2011
Donna passed away peacefully in her home after a long courageous battle with cancer. She leaves behind her loving husband, Al; her brother, Edward Spencer; also her stepson, Gary (Jeannie & family); sisters-in-law, Loretta Wright and Wanda Vix; many nieces and nephews and their families; special friends from childhood, Vicki, Anne & Inge, and so, so many other friends she has met during her journey in life. We love you and will be with you again. God Bless You. A Funeral Mass, being ofďŹ ciated by Father Marek, will be held Friday, January 6th, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. following the Mass at Christ the King Parish in Courteney. There will be a reception, following the service at the church, with refreshments and also an open mike for those who wish to share endearments/memories. The interment shall be held at a later date where her ashes will be laid to rest with her dearest Mum. Please, in lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, donations to the Cancer Society, the Kidney Foundation, Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Society or the charity of oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s choice, would be appreciated, in memory of Donna.
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He is survived by Jean, his loving wife of 59 years, and five children, daughter Sandra (Comox, Husband Ron, and grandchildren Joe and Susan (Husband Greg and great-grandchildren Colton and Luke), son Gord (Comox, Wife Cheryl, and grandchildren Kala (Partner Steve and great-grand child Ava), Garrett, Carson and Kasidy), son Bob (Langley, Wife Susan, and grandchildren Ben and Kate), son Joe (Comox) and daughter Mary (Campbell River, Husband Jens). Arnold was born on August 7, 1928, and raised in Humboldt, Saskatchewan; his stories of life on the prairies will be missed by his family. He joined the RCAF in 1951, and faithfully served his country, on both coasts, for 25 years. He and Jean were married October 8, 1952 at Assumption Church in Marysburg, Saskatchewan. Upon his retirement from the Air Force, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Arnieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; became a well-known, local Businessman (Jolly Giant, Fudge Pot and Flower Pot). He also continued his desire to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;serveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, for his community, as a member of the Courtenay Kiwanis Club, and then as a founding charter member, and President, of the Comox Kiwanis Club. He will be fondly remembered for his multiple appearances as a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;colourful pirateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in the Annual Canada and Nautical Days Parades. Arnold was an avid outdoorsman throughout his life who enjoyed hunting and fishing, and even though he took up golf later in life, managed to get a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Hole-in-Oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; at Glacier Greens. In his later years, he found solace in more sedentary pursuits of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;rock-houndingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, lapidary endeavours and the Blue Jays (go figure!). He loved a good story and was a voracious reader and puzzle solver. His keen sense of humour will be missed. He was a strong and dedicated family-man whose values of caring and sharing were his credo, and he enjoyed his many friendships. A memorial is planned for Sunday, February 19, 2012 at 1pm at the Comox Legion. Donations, in Arnoldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name may be made to the St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s General Hospital Caring Spirit Foundation.
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JEAN MORRISON
(Hopkins) Jean, born March 29, 1918 slipped away peacefully December 14 at Dufferin Place Extended care Facility in Nanaimo. Jean moved with her family to Courtenay in 1924 at the age of 6. She worked in Lavers Store, was selfemployed as a seamstress and helped out in her fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Courtenay Cash & Carry store until joining the army. She married and raised her family in communities between West Cracroft Island and Victoria. Jean is pre-deceased by husband Don and survived by daughters Melanie Morley (Jim) and Judy Bloomfield (Brian), grandchildren Jodie Parnall, Ryan Mottishaw, Orie Bloomfield and 4 great granddaughters.
William James Pearson Bill passed away on December 31, 2011. Born October 25, 1928 in Melville Saskatchewan, Bill spent most of his life in South Vancouver. After retiring from Western Canada Steel, Bill and Lorna moved to Fanny Bay in 1988. Left to mourn are Lorna, Susan, Jim, Betty (Brian), four grandchildren and five great grandchildren who will all miss him. No service at his request.
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Ed was born June 29, 1942 in Romford, Essex, England and passed away January 3, 2012 at his home in Black Creek. He was the much beloved husband to Joy, father to Tony (Janice), Matt, Nick, and Rachel (Steve) and loving grandfather of seven. Ed was a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Force of Lifeâ&#x20AC;? and lived his life on his terms. Ed, Joy and their children immigrated to Canada in 1971 where he was the master of many trades and owned his own body shop, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Edâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Placeâ&#x20AC;? on Coleman Rd. He was a very respected auto body repairman having clients come to him from as far away as Victoria to Port Hardy and everywhere in between. After he closed his business he became the maintenance manager â&#x20AC;&#x153;guruâ&#x20AC;? at the Best Western Austrian Chalet in Campbell River for the last 10 years. Ed will be missed forever, a private family service will be planned for a future date.
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May 30, 1949-January 2, 2012 Norman was predeceased by his father Alex Robertson Step father Tom Ganderton, Wife Valerie Robertson. Norman is survived by his mom Vi Ganderton, step daughter Tina (Dean), grandchildren Amanda, Caelan, Kathleen, son Travis, stepson Ed. The family would like to thank the staff of St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hospital, the wonderful staff of Eagle View, Dr. Gornall and his office. We will miss Norman but he will live forever in our hearts. Norman was an amazing husband, son, stepdad, and grandpa. Funeral service will be held at Piercyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Funeral Home on Friday, January 6, 2012 at 1 PM.
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John and Louise Gunter will have been married 50 years December 30, 2011 and January 2, 2012 will mark Johns 80th birthday.
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Edward Frank Claydon 1942 ~ 2012
GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY and 80th BIRTHDAY TEA.
IN MEMORIAM In Memory of
Duffy Hencheroff September 09, 1960 - January 09, 2011 The dark velvet sky was alight, with bright shining stars The moonlight, in itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s silver beauty, shone upon the land and sea When a heart of gold stopped beating, setting a tortured soul free. His ravaged face told the story, Of the yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of untold weariness and suffering And in His eyes, of the endless pain and torment Yet with a spark of hope, that a cure for him would be But the spark grew dimmer with each passing day Until today, one year ago The angels came on soft whispering wings And carried him away to that Land beyond the Golden Shore. And It is said, that in this Land, there are no dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s or yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Only peace, and happiness and comfort With no sorrow or no tears Although our hearts were breaking, we knew we had to part As a Greater Power was calling him from that Golden Shore. The year has been long and lonely, since you went away For in the darkest hours, I softly call your name, Then listen for your voice, and wait to see your smile again But there is only silence, and thru a veil of tears I seem, once more, to see your smiling face, But it is only just your picture In a silver frame. We remember With all our love Mom & Rae Dawn
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In Loving Memory of Armando da Costa Figueiredo Dec 13, 1931 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Jan 6, 2007 We thought of you with love today But that is nothing new We thought about you yesterday And the days before that too. A million times weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve thought of you A million times weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve cried If loving could have saved you You would have never died. It broke our hearts to lose you But you did not go alone, For part of us went with you On the day God called you home. Our family chain is broken And nothing seems the same, But as God calls us one by one The chain will link again.
MCCREDIE(MORGAN) MISTY BLUE 1976-2011 It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved Misty at home on Dec 24, 2011. Deeply loved by her husband Thomas, daughter Danica, son Caidan, mother Eva, father Stan, Grandma Olga, Grandma Heidi, her sisters Sherri, Tami, Shekinah, Jacquie, best friend Wendy, extended family and friends. In her heart Misty lived for her family and friends. A celebration will be held on Jan 7, 2012 at Valley View 14660-72nd Ave, Surrey at 10 a.m. Please visit remembermistyblue.com
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Edward â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tedâ&#x20AC;? Walters December 10, 1939 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Dec 20, 2011 It It is is with with great great sadness sadness we we announce announce the the passing passing of of Ted Ted at at St. St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital Hospital after after a a brief brief but but courageous courageous battle battle with with cancer. cancer. Ted grew grew up up on on Vancouver Ted Vancouver Island, Island, graduated graduated from from Victoria Victoria High. He He got got his his pilots pilots license license while while in High. in air air cadets. cadets. Ted Ted was was a food food broker broker for for many many years, years, working working in in Kamloops, Kamloops, Cleara Clearwater and and on on Vancouver Vancouver Island Island where where he he retired. retired. He He loved loved water his camping, camping, fi fishing shing and and making making walking walking sticks. sticks. His His most most his recent interest interest was was playing playing guitar. guitar. recent He was predeceased by his mother Paula Stephen and He was predeceased by his mother Paula Stephen and is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Sylvia (nee. is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Sylvia (nee. Bouchard). They had 3 children, son Rick (Tawny), daughter Bouchard). They had 3 children, son Rich (Tawny), daughter Valerie (Rob) and Allison (Dave). Grandchildren Kyle, Jordan, Valerie (Rob) and Allison (Dave). Grandchildren Kyle, Jordan, Kurt, Jeff, Cami and Parker. Sisters Judy (Ken), Helen, Vicki, Kurtus, Jeff, Cami and Parker. Sisters Judy (Ken), Helen, brother and sisters-in-law, Oliver (Cathy), Lorraine and GerVicki. Also his aunt Helen and many nieces & nephews. maine. Also his aunt Helen and many nieces & nephews. We We would would like like to to thank thank Dr. Dr. Neufeld Neufeld for for his his kind kind and and compascompassionate sionate care care and and the the staff staff on on the the 3rd 3rd fl floor oor of of St. St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. As per Tedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wishes there will be no service. A gathering As per Tedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wishes there will be no service. A gathering of of family family will will be be held held at at a a later later date. date. Ted was a great Husband, Dad, Granpa, Son and Brother. Ted was a great Husband, Dad, Granpa, Son and Brother.
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In Loving Memory of GWENDA SCHARFF January 8, 2010 Do not stand at my grave and weep I am not there, I do not sleep I am a thousand winds that blow I am the sunlight on ripened grain I am the gentle autumnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rain. When you awaken in the morningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hush Of quiet birds in circled ďŹ&#x201A;ight I am the soft star that shines at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry I am not there; I did not die.
THANK YOU! I would like to wish all the folks on my 5 paper routes a Happy New Year.Thank you for the tips, home baked goodies and a hot coffee on a cold winters day. Special thank to those who paid for my meal at the Bamboo Innbefore and after Christmas. All the very best to you in 12012. Terry Wilson Record Carrier
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Arthur Valentine
a resident of Cumberland Lodge, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 30th, 2011, aged 98. Predeceased by his wife Olga in 2003, Art is survived and will be dearly missed by sons Vince (Penny), Ted (Carol), Al (Noelleen), Richard (Patti) and Gordon (Sandy); daughter Joyce (Dick) Ward; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, sister Vera, and many nieces and nephews. Art will be remembered by his passion for gardening and his creative jewellery made from rocks. He was a great storyteller and his wonderful sense of humor will be long remembered. Artâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family would like to thank the staff at Cumberland Lodge; Dr. Regler and Dr. Helmer and his good friend Laura for their excellent care and kindness. A celebration of his life will be announced at a later date.
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In Memory of CHARLIE PIMLOTT Mar. 5 1932 - Jan. 10 2011 Though unseen to the mortal eye He is still here and love us yet The dear ones he has left behind He never does forget Sometimes upon our fevered brow may feel his touch and breath of balm Our spirits seeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s him and our hearts grow comforted and calm. Love you & miss you from your family Kitty, Donnalynn & Guy, Vickie & Roy, Mark & Zenida and 10 grandchildren
PERSONALS DO YOU like to dance? Would you like to learn to dance? Dancing is truly a complete exercise for physical and mental health and it is fun. Wanted male partner to enjoy dancing with. Preferably 65-75 yrs. old. Reply to drawer #4472 c/o Comox Valley record. 765 McPhee Ave. Courtenay MIDNIGHT ANGELS Escorts hiring ladies. 1-855-68Angel. www.midnightangels.ca. BL # 123535 STILL ARGUING? Personal and business. 250-898-8201 http://symondsmediationassociates.com
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COMOX VALLEY RV requires a Sales Manager, and a Sales Representatives. Automotive sales experience an asset. Please email your resume to: danny@comoxvalleyrv.com
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PART-TIME RN needed for medical office. Prerequisite is person should be experienced in taking blood samples or giving intravenous medication. Please forward CV and contact info to:
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Re: Estate of KAROL PETER KERSEN, deceased, formerly of #119 - 2787 - 1St Courtenay, B.C.
Creditors and others having claims against the estate of Karol Peter Kersen are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to Mark Burger c/o 505 Fifth Street, Courtenay, B.C. V9N 1K2 on or before January 27, 2012, after which date the Executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice. BY: IVES BURGER Solicitors for the Estate 505 Fifth Street, Courtenay, BC V9N 1K2 NOTICE TO CREDITORS & OTHERS Notice is hereby given that Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of George Alton Baxter, deceased, formerly of #351180 Edgett Road, Courtenay, BC. V9N 6C7 are hereby required to send full particulars of such claims to the undersigned Administrator c/o Holland Cameron, Barristers & Solicitors, 1779 Comox Avenue, Comox, B.C. V9M 3L9, before the 19th day of February, 2012 after which date the Estate assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims of which it has notice. James Edward Baxter Administrator c/o Holland Cameron Solicitors for the Estate 1779 Comox Avenue Comox, B.C. V9M 3L9
LOST AND FOUND FOUND: FOLDING/locking knife, Home Depot Courtenay. Call 250-334-0589. FOUND: Key’s found Sunday Dec 30 in the 1800 Block of Hawk (Valley View). Can be picked up at the Comox Valley Record Office, 765 McPhee Ave, Courtenay.
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EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS Become a Psychiatric Nurse - train locally via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements and some regional classroom delivery. Wages start at $30.79/hr to $40.42/hr. This 23 month program is recognized by the CRPNBC. Gov’t funding may be available. Toll-free 1-87-STENBERG www.stenbergcollege.com
FORESTRY REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY: Long log trucks for the winter season in Fort St James, BC local haul. Contact: Steve @ Newland Enterprises: 250996-8838. Good rates, good haul.
HELP WANTED Alberta earthmoving company requires a Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. You will work in a modern shop and also have mechanics truck for field work. The job is at Edson, Alberta. We require that you have experience on Cat crawlers and or Deere excavators. Call Lloyd at (780)723-5051.
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COURTENAY
Courtenay Country Market is accepting resumes for an experienced Meat Cutter. Please apply in person with resume between 1pm & 6pm. Monday-Friday. 5352 N. Island Hwy. IDEAL SITUATION FOR THE RIGHT HAIR STYLIST Well established salon., bright, open, spacious, ground level parking, downtown Courtenay, has position coming available for chair rental. Applicant must be established, professional and a team player. Apply in person to Anne McDonald SALON BRIDGES 244-A 4th St., Courtenay. LOGGING TRUCKS - OWNER/OPERATORS WANTED (SHORT & LONG LOGS) - Chetwynd BC Very busy logging season ahead Good Rates - Accommodations provided Health/Dental available LOGGING TRUCK DRIVERS WANTED ALSO Ph: 250-788-6093 Fax: 250-7882848 Attn: DWAN email: lmyoung@pris.ca
SUNWEST RV Is Currently Looking For A Parts Advisor For Their Busy Fast Paced Store. If You Are Fun and Energetic With The Ability To Multi-Task Requirements: Valid BC Drivers License -Must Be Able To Lift 50lbs
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD BILLY D’S Pub requires an experienced Part Time Server. Please apply in person during non-peak periods.
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‘Thank-you’
The Schreiner Family
Applicants must possess a recognized care aide certificate or diploma and be registered with CACHWR.
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This was a very difficult day for our family and you all played a very big role in helping us through it, you are amazing people. Never forget that what you do is important, but how you do it is what makes you truly ‘special’. Our sincerest ‘thanks’.
Comox Valley Seniors Village, located in Courtenay, currently has IMMEDIATE VACANCIES for qualified & motivated RCAs and Home Support Workers (Assisted Living Support Workers) for Casual positions, Day/ Evening/Night shifts all available IMMEDIATELY.
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From the first responders of the BC Ambulance Service and Comox Fire Rescue whose quick response and professional competence were comforting as we knew Arnold was in the best possible hands, to the Doctors and Nurses at St Joes, who are truly angels of mercy, we were very well cared-for. Special ‘thanks’ to ER Nurse Paula, and Dr. Humphreys who kept us very-well informed with candid, understandable and frequent updates, at a very confusing time. You helped us focus and maintain clarity. And a warm thank-you to the volunteer in the ER who offered us tea/coffee numerous times, although we did not accept your kind offers, know that your caring was as comforting and welcome as any cup of tea ever was. St Joseph’s Chaplain, Brian, was there to offer words of solace and a warm and friendly smile throughout a long day. As Arnold was moved up to the ICU, his care continued under Dr. Humphreys and Nurses Rhonda, and then Kim, who was as deeply touched at Arnold’s passing as were we. And thank-you to Father Joe, who arrived so quickly to provide the Last Rites for Arnold before he passed, this was of great comfort to our family.
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As we mourn the loss of our husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, the Schreiner Family would like to acknowledge and thank those who helped us through the most difficult of days.
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Congratulations Patrick & Laurie Baird of Cumberland are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Carlie Baird to Phillip Fuller, son of Sonia Fuller of Collingwood Ontario. No date has been set yet.
Sarah & Wyatt Almost New Year’s Babies to Almost Driving!
Happy 16th!
Love Your Families! Quality Foods Cake Winner for Friday, Jan 6
CARLIE & PHILLIP
Island Honda is a well established dealership that has been selling and servicing its customers in the Comox Valley for over 25 years. This new state of the art facility carries an extensive range of both new and used vehicles. Our brand new service bays and convenient drive thru service, commits us to be number 1 in customer satisfaction. Sales experience is a definite asset, although automotive is not, as we provide initial and on going training. • Exciting fast paced position • On-going training • Full management support • Full benefit package Bring resumes in person to: ISLAND HONDA 1025 Comox Road ISLAND Courtenay HONDA or email to: sales@islandhonda.ca
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COURTENAY - 2385 Fitzgerald Ave. Sat. Jan. 7th. Fundraising Winter Garage Sale for Philippines Disaster.
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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE AUCTIONS LIVE AUCTION TONIGHT! Lots of furniture, gold & silver jewelry & misc. 250-871-7355 w w w. Au c t i o n H o u s e V i . c o m 239 Puntledge Rd. Courtenay.
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MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 25 GALLON Aquarium, with pump, filter, heater and extras. In great condition. $50.00. Call 250-890-3314 C.V. SPORTSMAN’S Firearms & Collectibles Show, Jan 8, 2012. Militaria. Eagles Hall, 2965 Jacobs Rd, Duncan. 8:30-1. Geoff 250-746-7812. LOT’S OF misc dishes, furniture, tools, vintage toys, watches, gold, silver jewelry, etc. 239 Puntledge Rd., Courtenay. Across from new Value Village. Fri 12 noon to 6:30pm. VI’S HOT-TUB Covers, made in BC. Professional in home service. 250-897-8037.
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RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO 2 bdrm. $800/mo.gonefromhornby@yahoo.ca Responsible long term tenants only. Washer/dryer
576 England Avenue Courtenay, B.C. 250-338-6900 APARTMENT/CONDOS 2 BDRM, 2 bath, island kitchen, 6 appls. interior storage, newer building, secured parking, N/P, N/S. 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 COURTENAY: EXCELLENT 2 bdrm, 5 appl’s, mirrored doors, new carpets/paint or laminate $890. 1 as new with 3 appl’s $835. NS/NP, Ref’s. 250-334-9443, 250-792-0174. GREAT LANDLORD looking for great tenant. Immaculate 1-bdrm, new reno, tons of storage. Quiet, secure building. Lndry, bus in front, central location. NS/N/P. 250-335-1599. MOUNTAIN VIEW Manor, 125 Centennial Dr, Courtenay. 1 & 2 bdrms, secure entrance, ELEVATOR. 250-334-2800.
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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.
OFFICE SPACE to share with a healthcare professional in highly visible Naturopathic Clinic. Call Erika 250-3340655. www.braidwoodnaturopathic.com
BLACK CREEK- 4 bdrms, wood stove, W/D, F/S. No pets! $900 + utils. Avail now. Call (250)337-8005.
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COMOX- FURNISHED Room. On bus line. Priv bath & entrance. Suitable for student. $375. 250-339-7782.
Apartments•Condos•Suites 101-4685 Alderwood Pl. 3 bed, 2 bath, 5 appls., N/S $975/mth Avail. Feb. 1st
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES COMOX 3 BDRM Duplex, includes F/S, D/W, lawn maintenance. Avail Jan. 15. N/S, pet upon approval. $865/mo. Call 250-339-9805, 9am-6pm.
HOMES FOR RENT
307-175 Centennial Dr 2 Bed 1 Bath 2 Appliances N/S N/P $675/Mth Avail. Immediately 115-2300 Mansfield 1 Bed 2 Bath 4 Appliances N/S N/P $875/Mth Avail. Feb. 1st
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL 3200 SQ FT Warehouse space. Lg. roll up door. Drive right in, high ceiling, lights & heat. Very secure, boats, R.V ? Small business zoned light industrial. May rent portions of. Call 250-334-6311
COMMERCIAL WAREHOUSE Space for Lease 1724 Ryan Road East Comox Shipper Receiver Onsite 8.50 per sq ft Ph (250) 339-2281
APARTMENT/CONDO
COMFORTABLE 3 Bedroom house for rent in Comox - no pets of any kind and must be non smokers. $1200/mth. Call Craig at 250-339-2179 evenings COMOX- 5 bdrms, 3 bath, FURNISHED waterfront. 5 appls. $1500/mo. Avail Feb 1st. Call (250)929-6000. COURTENAY: 2 bdrm mobile home, clean, NP/NS. Refs req. $700. (250)339-7566.
Prime office space available 1,500 to 3,900 sq. ft. available now. Excellent downtown location near Court House. On a highly visible site. Modern, well maintained professional building. Security 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
COURTENAY: BLUEBERRY cottage & chocolate cottage Vacation Home Rentals. www. blueberrycottage.ca or 250-338-3113.
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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.
SOUTHVIEW MANOR 2 bdrm main level unit located in secured entrance building; close to all amenities; nicely maintained suite; laundry facilities located on each floor of building; n/s; n/p; $750/ month; avail Jan 1.
DRIFTWOOD CONDOS 1 & 2 bdrm condos in conveniently located complex offer ground or upper level entry, 2 appl & on site coin-op laundry; located within walking distance to all amenities; N/S; immediate possession; rents from $625/month
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.
LAKE TRAIL APARTMENTS Spacious 2 bdrm corner suites, located in secured entrance building, have recent/new renovations & include updated decks & windows, 2 appl, & on site coin-op laundry; located near schools & on bus routes; N/S; N/P; rents from $700/ month; includes FREE heat and hot water; immediate possession
SUITES
KENDAL AVENUE SUITES
Beautiful suites in new Cumberland subdivision feature 1 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appl, beautiful kitchen cabinetry & other amazing finishings; like new; ideal for single person or couple; $650/month; immediate and Feb 1 possession
MILL STREET SUITE
Over-garage suite = privacy! 1 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appl., w/ small yard area & separate parking; ideal for single person; $700/ month, utilities included; immediate possession
DUPLEXES
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;
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
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BLUE JAY APARTMENTS
1970 Fitzgerald Ave, Courtenay
450-19th Street, Courtenay
2 and 3 bedroom available. Quiet complex with on-site management. Reasonable rates. Some completely renovated units with new appliances. Sorry no pets. Security deposit and 2 rental references required.
1 & 2 bedroom available, in quiet secure building, close to Driftwood Mall and bus route. Seniors Welcome. Adult oriented and no pets please. Includes heat, hot water and basic cable. Low hydro. 2 Rental References required.
RUTHERFORD MANOR
RYAN COURT 1450 Tunner Drive, 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
1075 Edgett Road, Courtenay Reasonable rent includes basic cable, stove, fridge, dishwasher, carpet, blinds and storage room in suite. N/P, security deposit and 2 rental references req’d.
For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667
WILLOW ARMS APARTMENT
1252-9th St, Courtenay 2 & 3 bedroom suite in quiet family oriented building with secure entry and manager on site. Walking distance to schools, bus stops and downtown. Reasonable rent include heat, hot water, basic cable, stove, fridge, carpet and drapes. Extra storage upon request. No pets. Two rental references and security deposit required.
For viewing please call Donna 250-334-9667
ARRAN HOUSE APARTMENTS 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
CONDOS
VANRIDGE MANOR
PACIFIC COURT 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
Call 250-703-2570
5TH STREET E. RANCHER
CAPRI 1081 Stewart Ave.
Enjoy 9 foot ceilings, natural gas fireplace, beautiful finishings, & deck areas; Features 3 bdrms, 2 baths, 5 appl, laminate & carpet flooring mix, beautiful kitchen cabinetry & pantry. $1300/month; avail Feb 1
ONE BEDROOM nicely renovated, spacious suite. Quiet, mature adult neighbours. Excellent location in heart of Comox - walking distance to everything. Rent includes heat and hot water. Security entry and elevator. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.
HOMES FOR RENT
ROBERT LANG DUPLEX
Situated in fantastic neighbourhood near shopping, College, Aquatic Centre, & Crown Isle Golf, this 2 bdrm, 1 bath rancher features 4 appl, oak cabinets, vaulted ceilings, skylights, carport, fully fenced yard & 10 X 16 shop; security system is installed & can be hooked up; small pet may be considered w/deposit; avail Feb 1; $1100/month
GLENSHEE 1800 Comox Ave.
HOMES FOR RENT
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.
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.
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 or David @ 250-338-0267.
HOMES FOR RENT
Call Pat at 250-703-6965
SPECIOUS FAMILY HOME 5 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appls, mostly fenced yrd, RV pkg, N/S, cat or small dog neg. Avail. Feb. 1 - $1200/mth
6-BDRM HOUSE, 5 appl’s. Comox, near mall. NS/NP. $1200. (250)339-2119.
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NEWER CTNY HOME 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 6 appls, gas F/P, garage, N/S, No pets. Avail. Feb. 1 - $1,200/mth
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KENDAL AVENUE HOMES
MILL STREET CUMBERLAND HOME “Like new” home has double car garage & large, fully fenced yard; Main level features livingroom w/gas fireplace, kitchen, dining, office area & half bath, & walks out to back yard; 2nd level includes 2 bdrms + master bdrm w/spacious walk in closet & full ensuite, separate laundry room, & main bathroom; dog w/references welcome! $1300/month; for immediate possession
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.
NOW OFFERING STRATA MANAGEMENT SERVICES
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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RENTALS
RENTALS
HOMES FOR RENT
TOWNHOUSES
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Royal LePage in the Comox Valley (Property Mgmt Division) #121 - 750 Comox Road Courtenay, BC V9N 3P6 Phone (250) 897-1300 Fax (250) 897-1330 Interior viewings for the following vacancies are by approved application and appointment only. Houses & Suites 7-1720 13th Street 2 bdrms, 1 bath, 2 appls. N/S, N/P $725/mth Available Immed. 8-1720 13th Street 2 bdrms, 1 bath, 5 appls.,N/S, Pets upon appr. $800/mth Available Jan1st 2705B Urquhart Ave 1 bdrm, 1 bath, fenced yard, 4 appls., N/S, N/P $700/mth incl utilities Available Immed. 14-1335 13th Street 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P 4 appls. $750/mth Avail Jan 1st 14-1335 13th Street 2 Bed 1Bath N/S N/P 4 appliances, $750/Mth Available Jan 1st 22-2160 Hawk Dr 3 bed, 2 Bath, 5 Appls, $1050/mth Available Jan 15th 289 A Nim Nim Pl 4 beds, 2 baths 5 apples, single garage, N/S, Pets upon approval $1150/mth Available Feb 1st 1130B 2nd St 2 beds, 1 bath, 4 appls., N/S, Pets upon approval $775/mth Available Jan 1st 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 1510 Dingwall Rd 4 bdrms, 2 baths, 5 appls. N/S, pets upon appr. $1300/mth Available Immed. 625 22nd Street 4 Bed 1.5 Bath 5 Appliances N/S N/P $1050/Mth Avail Immed
SUITES, UPPER UPDATED 2 br upper ste in E Courtenay. W/D & DW, lg yard, mtn. views. Close to bus, college, shopping, park. N/S, ref. required. $1100/mo, plus util. (250)702-4686
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250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca TRUMPETER’S LANDING modern newer condos bordering the airpark. Avail. units include 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 $935 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 CLOSE TO COLLEGE 3 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse, 5 appls, gas F/P, balcony, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. $875/mth PARK PLACE MANOR, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, balcony, new paint throughout, gas F/P (gas incl.), res. pkg, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. $805/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 SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME 5 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appls, mostly fenced yrd, RV pkg, N/S, cat or small dog neg. Avail Feb. 1- $1200/mth NEWER WEST CTNY TOWNHOUSE 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appls, gas F/P, garage, N/S, No pets. Avail. Feb. 1 - $950/mth NEAR THE COLLEGE 3 bdrm, 1 full/2 half baths, 5 appls, fenced yrd, garage, N/S, No pets. Avail. Feb. 1 $1,050/mth
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LANDSCAPING • Fall Clean-ups • Lawn Mowing • Landscaping Designs & Installation • Natural Stonework • Pruning • Residential & Strata
greenspacegardening@shaw.ca David
250-218-5905
TREE SERVICE
TRUCKS & VANS
LANDSCAPING
ISLAND ENTERPRISES The only Organic Compost in the valley.
Compost/Bark Mulch Top Soil/Gravel Pick Up or Delivery Friendly Service 207-6352 Knight Rd. (next to the Airport)
LANDSCAPING
JAY ENTERPRISES Complete new home landscape installation Specializing in Allan Block retaining wall system Boulder retaining walls using sandstone & granite Interlocking concrete paver driveways, patios & pathway installer Cedar fencing installed Sod laid • ICPI member Licensed & insured • WCB registered
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WEST COAST TREE SERVICE
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BC Hydro CERTIFIED! Certified & Insured ARBORISTS Commercial/Residential for all your tree needs
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL 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.
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RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
BIGFOOT COLUMBIA River Camper. For a long box 101/2 ft. camper. Mint Condition. Used only 4 times. $12,500 firm. Call 250-334-1611
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FALL CLEAN-UPS • Gutter Cleaning • Pruning & Trimming • Lawn Care Dave 250-897-6539
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EXCAVATION EVEREADY BOBCAT & MINI EXCAVATOR SERVICES
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1991 FORD F150 XL Club cab excellent cond. no rust , new tires $2,000. obo 339-3025
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Comox Valley Worship Directory Church of Our Lord Sunday Services 9:30 am at Berwick, 1700 Comox Ave. Comox, BC
All Welcome www.coolcomox.ca www.namsnetwork.com
BAHÁ’Í FAITH Devotional gathering – with the theme “communion with God,” January 9 at 2:00 p.m. All are welcome. ~~~ “Make mention of Me on My earth, that in My heaven I may remember thee…” Bahá’u’lláh www.bahaisofcomox.org 250.702.3041gh250.702.0574 www.bci.org/courtenaybahais
UNITY COMOX VALLEY Sundays 10:30 at the Lion’s Den
Comox Valley Unitarian Fellowship Services 1st & 3rd Sundays at 4pm Young People’s Program, Weddings, Memorials, Spiritual Exploration
Nordin St., Comox January 8th
Judi Murakami
Nourish Your Spirit. Heal the World.
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1-866-853-9866 Unconditional Love & Joy for All!
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250 Beach Drive, Comox (at Comox United Church)
THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA Conte Contemporary Service 9:15 am Tra Traditional Service 11am
COMOX UNITED
Meeting Each Week: Stan Hagen Theatre, N.I. College 2300 Ryan Road
250 BEACH AVENUE
Sunday Service, Church School & Youth Group 10 am Saturday Services Sept - May 5pm
Rev. Maggie Enwright 250-339-3966
Full Wheelchair Access
Hearing Assistance
www.comoxunitedchurch.com
St. George’s 6th & Fitzgerald Ave.
Courtenay
“The church with a heart in the heart of the city” Sunday Services: 10:30 am Minister: The Rev. Dr. Wally Fry Nursery-Gr.6 Sunday School sgucc.com stgeorgeuc@shaw.ca 250-334-4961
Pastor Dave Koleba Associate Pastor Jake Hron
Lil 250-338-7727 (office)
“Sounding forth the Supremacy of Christ in all things”
Sunday Worship & Children’s Program
1st Street & Penrith
at 11 am Followed by a Potluck Lunch Choir Practice Wed. 7:15 pm Eve Mark, Choir Director 250-338-4785
Rev. Julianne Kasmer, Minister
250-400-7800
SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCIC)
“A place for you: John 14:2 2182 Comox Avenue, Comox
Sunday Worship
10 AM
~ A Place to Discover Your Life Purpose ~ Pastors Darryl & Kim Burry 1580 Fitzgerald Ave. Courtenay 250-338-8221 www.cvsalarmy.ca church@cvsalarmy.ca
Congregational Christian Churches of Canada
Faith Family
Sundays 10 am Nursery - Kid Jam - Youth Group Little Lambs Christian Daycare 1105 Pritchard Rd., Comox www.baychurch.net/339-7527 Little Lambs 339-1834
Independent - Fundamental 467 - 4th Street (just east of Fitzgerald)
725 Aspen Rd., Comox
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.
“Happy New Year” Service 10:30am Guest Speaker:
Tel/Fax 250-339-2882 Full Wheelchair e-mail:cvpc@shaw.ca Access comoxvalleypresbyterian.ca
Friends
GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH
Rev. Charles Scott
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
Comox Community Baptist Church Canadian Baptists of Western Canada
SUNDAY SERVICE 10:30 A.M. Pastor Rev. Bill Hall
Everyone Welcome. 1250 Anderton Road, Comox
250-339-0224
CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC CHURCH
Sunday Celebration 10:30 am
1599 Tunner Drive, COURTENAY • 250-334-4716
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)
@ 10:30 am
COMOX VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN
RIVER HEIGHTS CHURCH
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
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CUMBERLAND UNITED CHURCH
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Pastor A. Ronald Sedo 250-339-3933
RESONATE BAPTIST CHURCH
Bay Community Church
Community Church
WELCOMES YOU TO SERVICES AT:
250-890-9262
10:00AM at Cape Lazo Middle School Everyone Welcome
Comox Valley
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COURTENAY FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH
JOIN US IN WORSHIP 9:15 am Contemporary Service 11:00 am Traditional Service Nursery Care & Jr. Church @ 9:15 am Sunday School, all ages @ 11:00 am
PASTORS: Peter Rabey & Randy Dyck 2963 Lake Trail Road, Courtenay (across from Arden Elementary) 250-334-3432 www.courtenaybaptist.com
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ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA Comox Valley Parishes Welcome You!
St. Peter
Jim Lyster, Rector 218 Church St., Comox • 250-339-2925 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
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Women’s centre caught in middle Every Friday we feature Valley history taken from our back issues. Five years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: The Comox Valley Women’s Resource Centre looked to have fallen victim to disagreements between two boards of the North Island Women’s Services Society. As attempts at mediation failed, the secondary group said it received an eviction notice for the centre, which the group took over after it was elected. “We’re fighting to get the rent paid,” said Susan Holvenstot,
A LOOK BACK
SCOTT
STANFIELD the executive director rehired by the secondary group after the first group laid her off earlier in the year. Ten years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: The gyms were silent and the playing fields empty at Valley high schools as teachers implemented Phase 2 of ongoing job action, which included a withdrawal of extra-curricular services, including sports, in B.C. public
Rainy nights are tough on drivers If there is one driving situation that I like the least, it has to be driving at night when it is raining. It was like driving into a wet coal sack and many of the environmental cues that I used to position my vehicle were unavailable to me. Although proper vision was my biggest worry, traction is also reduced and that must be taken into account. Rain scatters headlight beams and makes them less effective than they would be on a clear night. This means that I could not see as far as I might otherwise be able to. Add the ability of wet pavement to reflect the light of oncoming vehicles and the lines that I need to see are no longer visible. I knew from driver training that I needed to focus on the dark part of the road when I met other vehicles. My peripheral vision monitored their position and my pupils would not close as much. If one looks at the headlights of approaching vehicles you will be blinded briefly after they pass. Tire traction is reduced on wet pavement, particularly when the tread is worn. This means that my ability to turn, stop or accelerate is compromised. I must leave more room and moderate my speed to anticipate and react to the other vehicles around me. The author is a retired constable with may years of traffic law enforcement experience. To comment or learn
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schools. Nearly 35 basketball teams and about six senior ski and snowboard teams were sidelined due to the action. Fifteen years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: A handful of boats in local waters sank beneath recent snowfalls but no serious mishaps occurred. “When the snow got heavy we put out an announcement on the radio and people came down and swept off their boats, so we had only one boat sink at its
moorings,” Comox Bay marina operator Dave Procter said. Twenty years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: The paint on North Island College’s $12-million campus hadn’t even had time to dry when students moved into the classrooms. Trucks unloaded building supplies at the unfinished campus as students lined up at the enrolment counter in the new administration building, but the first day went smooth-
ly — except for a few glitches. “I’ll be glad when they turn the heat on, but it’s beautiful,” student Janet Lamb said. “You feel like you’re going to a real college.” Twenty-five years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: Storefront school coordinator Tony Bullock received more than 40 applications from would-be students. The school was to offer Grade 10 and 12 equivalency to high school dropouts.
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CALENDAR Editor’s note: This calendar is for special events put on by non-profit groups. We run as many as space permits, but only guarantee a calendar item appears once. Calendar items can be e-mailed to copy@comoxvalleyrecord.com, faxed to 250-338-5568 or delivered to 765 McPhee Ave. Deadlines: Friday at 5 p.m. for Wednesday’s paper and Tuesday at noon for Friday’s paper. Include date, location, time and a contact phone number that can be published. Our online calendar is available for listings at www. comoxvalleyrecord.com. NAR-ANON If a family member or friend is using drugs, how does it affect you? We can help. Call Rene 250-3342392, Sharon 250-339-7906, or Jack 250-334-3485. S-ANON: Have you felt hurt, ashamed or alone because of sexual behavior of a loved one? We are a 12-step weekly support group providing experience, strength, hope & friendship. FMI: sanon. comoxvalley@gmail.com, 1-888-250-7305.
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. ST. JOSEPH’S Hospital Auxiliary’s Giant January Clearance Sale, Cottage Thrift Store (behind hospital off Rodello St.), 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 7 ST. JOSEPH’S Hospital Auxiliary’s Giant January Clearance Sale, Cottage Thrift Store (behind hospital off Rodello St.), 10 a.m.–1 p.m. 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. OCEAN Waves Square Dance Club with callers Fran & Roger Archambault & cuers Lorna & Carmen Corbet, Florence Filberg Centre, 7:30–10 p.m. FMI: Cathy or Guy 250-338-7942.
Sunday, Jan. 8 KITTY CAT P.A.L. Society Adopt-A-Pal, Woofy’s, 2400 Cliffe Ave., 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FMI: www.kittycatpals.com. COMOX Seniors Centre offers Beyond Beginner Jive workshop (2–3 p.m.), followed by general dancing (3–5 p.m.), d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Ave. Advance tix $10/members, $12/guests, $2 more at door; available at office or from Arabella arabella888@gmail.com.
Monday, Jan. 9 COMOX Seniors Centre offers Beyond Beginner Rhumba (3–5 p.m.), Beginner Jive (4–5 p.m.), & private coaching (5–6 p.m.), d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Ave. Workshops $10/ hr. for members, $2 more for guests. FMI/reservations: Arabella arabella888@gmail. com.
Tuesday, Jan. 10 NORTH Island Rhododendron Society meets, Comox United Church, doors 7 p.m., meeting 7:30. Unveiling of new, rare & scented rhododendrons now available to general public.
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Wednesday, Jan. 11 ST. JOSEPH’S Hospital Auxiliary’s Giant January Clearance Sale, Cottage Thrift Store (behind hospital off Rodello St.), 10 a.m.–4 p.m. NORTH Island Rhododendron Society meets, Comox United Church, doors 7 p.m., meeting 7:30. Unveiling of new, rare & scented rhododendrons now available to
general public. C.V. NEEDLEARTS Guild meets every Wednesday, Berwick Comox Valley Retirement Residence, 1700 Comox Ave. (next to Comox Centre Mall), 7–9 p.m. FMI: 250-334-0935.
Thursday, Jan. 12 ST. JOSEPH’S Hospital Auxiliary’s Giant January Clearance Sale, Cottage Thrift Store (behind hospital off Rodello St.), 10 a.m.–4 p.m. C.V. PADDLERS Club hosts info session on programs offered by Canoe & Kayak B.C., Lions Den (below Comox Dollar Store), 7 p.m. Speaker Mary Jane Abbott, executive director of Canoe & Kayak B.C. FMI: 250-3353453.
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 250-338-9310, Doris 250-871-3407, www. Cvnewcomers.net. ST. JOSEPH’S Hospital Auxiliary’s Giant January Clearance Sale, Cottage Thrift Store (behind hospital off Rodello St.), 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 14 COURTENAY & District Fish & Game Protective Association presents Antler Measure Day, starts 10 a.m. Antlers, horns, skulls of all species can be scored; $5 measuring fee for non-members. C.V. ART GALLERY panel discussion on animals, humans & habitat, 10 a.m.–noon. 3 artists, BCSPCA, MARS, Tsolum Restoration & Project Watershed. Free admission or $3 donation. FMI: 250338-6211. ST. JOSEPH’S Hospital Auxiliary’s Giant January Clearance Sale, Cottage Thrift Store (behind hospital off Rodello St.), 10 a.m.–1 p.m. 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.
Sunday, Jan. 15 KITTY CAT P.A.L. Society Adopt-A-Pal, Woofy’s, 2400 Cliffe Ave., 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FMI: www.kittycatpals.com.
Monday, Jan. 16 l’ASSOCIATION Francophone de la Vallée de Comox begins 2nd session French classes to Mar. 19 (Mon., Wed. & Fri., 2 hrs/week), at école au Cœurde-l’île, 566 Linshart Rd., Comox. FMI/registration: Edith frenchwithedith@ gmail.com, 250-338-9789.
Tuesday, Jan. 17 ST. JOSEPH’S Hospital Auxiliary Society meeting, Comox Legion, 1:30 p.m. Guest speaker Dr. Hoar answers questions on eye care. All welcome. 250-339-1407.
Wednesday, Jan. 18 C.V. ART GALLERY presents Art 21, a short PBS film, 3:30–4:30 p.m. Discussion to follow. Free admission or $3 donation. 250-338-6211. HEART Support Group meeting, Comox Recreation Centre, 1855 Noel Ave., 7 p.m. Guest speaker Comox pharmacist Tim Cowan. Free. FMI: 250-339-5349. C.V. NEEDLEARTS Guild meets every Wednesday, Berwick Comox Valley Retirement Residence, 1700 Comox Ave. 7–9 p.m. FMI: 250-334-0935.
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 250-339-0036, www.Cvnewcomers.net.
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Yoga teacher returns to Courtenay to open studio The Breath of Life Yoga Studio hosts a community yoga day Jan. 14. Free yoga classes will be offered throughout the day in an effort to educate the public about the different styles and teachers available in the Comox Valley. Breath of Life Yoga Studio is a community-based yoga studio, welcoming students interested in movement, growth, healing, spirituality or just learning something new. The studio also offers visionary cranial sacral therapy, yogainspired clothes and various gifts. The Breath of Life name was chosen to integrate the yoga and cranial sacral therapy as they both connect to our vital life force, that being breath.
BREATH OF LIFE YOGA STUDIO owner Jessica Read returned to the Valley from the Yukon, where she taught prana flow the last five years. PHOTO SUBMITTED
The studio is creating a community within the community where every person is seen as an equal. It hopes to bring together teachers and offer different styles of yoga to cater to the public. The studio’s vision is to offer more therapeutic healing and meditation in 2012. Studio owner Jessica Read recently moved back to the Comox Valley from the Yukon, where she taught prana flow for the last five years. Prana flow-style yoga created by Shiva Rea is new to the Valley. It is a vinyasabased practice, using music as a backdrop. Each class incorporates breath and movement in union to free the body and mind. The studio will have snacks and tea avail-
It’s not too late to make your 2012 resolutions The new year is underway so if you have not had time to make some business resolutions, here’s my list of 10 that will hopefully provide some inspiration. The number one resolution should be to set realistic goals. Most resolutions fall by the wayside because they are simply not attainable. Make sure that whatever you are striving to achieve, you have the necessary resources to make it happen. This segues into resolution number two which is to seek advice from others. No one can work alone and succeed. Resolve to network with others in the business community. Join the Chamber of Commerce, trade association or industry organization. Reaching out and speaking with others can often help solve problems or generate new business. Number three is to learn something new. Not just anything but something that is related to your business. No matter what you are into, there will always be new developments and opportunities. Number four is to make an effort to promote your business. Look for opportunities to get your name out. Times may be tough but don’t pull back on advertising and promotion. My next resolution is to remain positive. Sure the economy has not been stellar but history has shown us bet-
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SMITH ter times will return. There are examples of people who have overcome hardships and succeeded. Find them. Read about them. Get inspired. Put yourself in a positive frame of mind. Number six is to give added value. I’ll paraphrase something Henry Ford once said: The business that uses its skills and imagination to find out ways it can give more rather than how little it can give for a dollar will be the one to succeed.
Number seven: focus on your strengths. People have been buying your product or service for a reason. You have something no one else can offer. That’s your strength. Just like any athlete who wants to win you need to work at it to make it stronger. Number eight: explore new media for opportunities to enhance communications strategies. There are more communication tools than ever before. The reality is
more are on the way. Learn about them or at least upgrade what you are using. Number nine is a resolution to do something good for your community. Giving back is not only the right thing to do but it can be good for business. That may sound mercenary but when faced with a need that goes beyond what taxes can provide this is where you can make a difference. My final resolution is to schedule downtime. In today’s fast-paced,
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Further details can be found at www. breathoflifestudio.com with a connection to the schedule on facebook at www.facebook. com/breathoflifestudio.
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You can do it Some call them resolutions. Some call them goals. And if you’re like most people, you’ve likely called them off by now. Or will as soon as your determination wavers. The turn of the calendar to a new year is always a time of reflection on the year just past, and a hopeful look ahead to the coming year. The month of January is even named after a mythical two-faced Roman god who could look behind and ahead of him at the same time. While some of the goals people set for the coming year can be lofty, like pursuing a new career, most are modest. They’re borne of a desire to become better people, more conscientious citizens, more responsible friends and family members. Some come from a fundamental desire to live a longer, fuller life. After all, we’re only here for a limited time, we might as well make the best of it. But for most, change doesn’t come easily. We are, after all, creatures of habit. And even when those habits aren’t good for us, they can be hard to break. The first step to achieving a personal goal is to assess where you are today. That means getting on the bathroom scale, opening that bank statement, checking the crisper drawer in the fridge. Then it’s time to figure out where you want to be. Be specific. Don’t just say you want to lose weight, determine how much. Don’t just say you want to save money, decide how many dollars you want to have in your savings account. Make that goal attainable. Create a plan. Break your goal down into bite-sized increments that will serve as markers on the road to successfully achieving it. And put those increments into a time frame. Be realistic. Be prepared. Know your strengths and weaknesses and how you can use the former while overcoming the latter to reach your goal. Most importantly, stay positive. If you believe you can do it, you will. – New Westminster News Leader
Record Question of the Week This week: Only 11 per cent of respondents felt the Mayan calendar is correct in predicting the world will end on Dec. 21. Next week: Did you start the new year with a polar bear swim? Vote in the poll on the mainpage of our website, www.comoxvalleyrecord.com. Th volunteers of Comox Valley The Water Watch had their hard work acknowledged when the Council of Canadians presented them with their annual Community Service award.
Despite overcoming a fivegoal deficit, it’s wait till next year for Canada after they lost a 6-5 heartbreaker to Russia in the World Junior Hockey semifinals Tuesday.
Bright spots amid gloom Dear editor, With 2012 upon us there are many predictions floating about. Although 2011 was a much more globally eventful year – no doubt than most people could have predicted – what can we expect in 2012? This Island life of ours has been a relatively safe haven on the world scale and even on the Canadian scale. We have been cushioned from earthquakes, major storms, famines and flash floods or widespread pestilences. No terrorists lurking in our backyards. We have survived strikes at Air Canada and Canada Post. My close friend just cancelled a trip to Christchurch, New Zealand because in the last few months Christchurch has had over 6,000 earthquakes. Our son and his family are on their way home from the Philippines where they have experienced some of the strongest out-of-season typhoons in recorded history. Financial chaos, for the most part, has not crossed our paths. So what is there to complain about? Of course there are our politicians. But no Arab Spring in our country. And then there are our neighbours to the south digging themselves into a hole. We can, I suppose, take the position that with things so bad around the world things can only get better. That, naturally, depends on how we define “better.” Most events in life seem beyond our immediate control or sphere of influence. And even though our world is groaning – but not really so much locally – we are in some ways affected by circumstances beyond our invisible borders. Mark Twain said that history does not repeat itself but that it rhymes. Perhaps we can latch onto Biblical prophecy that predicts a world that is going to keep on getting worse.
Mark Twain said that history does not repeat ❝ itself but that it rhymes. Perhaps we can latch onto Biblical prophecy that predicts a world that is going to keep on getting worse.
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However, if that will be the case, even in our own neck of the woods, within that scenario, as long as persons within a society care for a better world and step
forward, there will be bright spots within the supposed gloom and doom. Happy New Year. Ed Zirkwitz Royston
Boreal forests more important than Kyoto Dear editor, What can Canadians do best for the environmental health of planet Earth? A new look is being provided by the IBUKI satellite launched in 2009 by Japan’s JAXA space agency. The defined mission is to measure CO2 and methane emissions and absorptions from orbit and compare to those of static terrestrial units. In short, it has found that regions having many devices match satellite measurements much better than those sparsely located. What is more spectacularly revealed is the seasonal variation in these greenhouse gases (GHG). Just like tides rise and fall, the concentrations vary by 10 per cent during each year. While common publications describe the slow creep upwards of average CO2, in reality it currently
varies from 360 to 390 ppm in northern latitudes in time with seasonal growth. IBUKI confirms that our boreal forests are the “lungs of the earth,” and our per capita emissions are miniscule compared to our per capita absorption. Tropical areas with spectacular growth are more than neutralized by the effects of equally vigorous decay. Environmental scientists around the world are working to either interpret or inject their spin on this new information. Some suggest the role of Canada and Russia to care for their boreal forests is far more important than the European/Kyoto guilt trip of how far we drive SUVs, mine energy resources or grow food for the world. David A. Kelly Courtenay
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Coal threatens our well-being Dear editor, This is a response to a letter that a Fanny Bay resident submitted stating that a coal mine five kilometres above Baynes Sound is an insane idea. Standing behind the comment of John Snyder is two years of painstaking research by a highly qualified technical including a geologist, hydrogeologist, fisheries biologist, Ph.D., botanist/biologist experienced in mine reclamation sites, and a coal analyst also at the Ph.D. level as well as qualified mining engineers. I will try to address some of Mr. Tinga’s comments from a factual and scientifically
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ascertained position. 1. Run off: 56% of the quantity mined will be in reject rock piles on the surface. It will be extremely difficult, if not impossible, to control the run-off from this toxic material. Small amounts of heavy metals leaching into Baynes Sound may impair the shellfish from reproducing thus harming this sustainable industry which employs
600 persons full time and contributes some $20 million to the local economy each and every year. The above comment is based upon evidence presented by a geoscientist with 32 years experience in the mining sector – a fisheries biologist and a Ph.D. Hydrogeologist who is also a professional engineer. 2. Metallurgical Coal:
Mining won’t solve debt Dear editor, Regarding the letter from Terry Nielsen who supports the coal mine to pay down debt. The reasons Terry outlined as a counter-argument to the majority of “unproductive wishful thinkers” is that to NOT open a coal mine would be economically “unsustainable.” The reality sorely missed here, is that the “majority” of people, are the ones who do not understand the very nature of our debt, and this would be best quoted as the “disenchanted educated.” Note that I do not mean in terms of Terry being a biologist, since I too hold a B.Sc. from McGill and was not educated either. If I thought the mine would suddenly provide substantial full-time living wages I would actually make considerations especially since the last annual data from the Comox Valley Job Shop stated they served over 7,000 individual clients. Even then I would have to consider the legacy cost to taxpayers for clean-up and other health-related issues. Yet the problem is lack of understanding of debt.
Yet the problem is lack of under❝ standing of debt. Debt is the blunt stick used to push industry problems down our throats, and government is doing the pushing since they are only lobbied on this one ‘debt’ solution.
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Debt is the blunt stick used to push industry problems down our throats, and government is doing the pushing since they are only lobbied on this one “debt” solution. Currently our federal budget is about only 8% spending and actually around 92% debt repayment. Not much spending “bloating” there. No industry at this stage is going to reverse that reality. For four decades our debt remained stable at $18 billion, when Canada exercised its right to issue roughly 25% of its own currency, compound interest free! This came in handy for tail-end hurricanes in the Maritimes, or ice storms in central Canada, floods in the Prairies or forest fires in the Rockies. Since 1974, we started to rely on banks at compound interest to issue ALL currency, and that debt is now well over $500 billion, of which we
attempt to pay roughly $34 billion annually. Yes, “massive spending cuts” in order to feed the beast of debt. Canada needs currency as Units of Exchange NOT as units of debt, and so we sell off our resources to “industry” against all our better judgments. The solution is disguised as vastly complicated, with inflation and NAFTA and stock market derivatives. But the real solution is not actually that difficult, especially if you understand the real problem. Our government needs to stop paying compound interest to banks, in order to take responsibility for our primary constitutional responsibility of providing available currency to our citizens. Then stop subsidizing industry so heavily. But that, my dear Terry, is a lesson for another day. Caroline Alexander Courtenay
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The quality of coal in the Raven ore body is of a low metallurgical and high sulphur content. In fact according to an expert coal analyst this coal will not make any steel unless it is mixed with a higher quality metallurgical coal. Source: Retired research scientist with a major resource company. 3. The danger of pollutants from this mine to local wells and aquifers are similarly documented. Vancouver Island University has mapped ‘”Vulnerable Aquifers” which include the region affected by this mine. I could not agree more that any decision to proceed with this mine should be based on science. All of the above information is in the public domain and can be sought, if indeed objectivity and verification of opinion is valued. It must surely by now be clear, except to the most devoted “deniers,” that coal is one of the world’s most serious pollutants and threatens the well-being of all of us. I find it quite incredible that there are some who will continue to support an industry so harmful to both humanity and the environment on the grounds that we need steel. I find it also incredible that the assumption that coal is the only substance which can produce steel is so prevalent. However that is another subject for another day. To be concerned for the welfare of the planet and all its inhabitants is indeed an emotional issue but one which is based upon both science and experience. It therefore cannot be dismissed on the grounds of unfounded opinion or short-sighted economic gain. Indeed any calculation which does not take into economic account both sides of that equation is fatally flawed. In closing may I refer Mr.Tinga and anyone else to see reports published in the Record during October 2010. Campbell Connor Ships Point
Public railroaded on hospital issue Dear editor, B. Funk’s letter (Comox Valley Record, Dec. 30 – One hospital right decision) was spot on. For the many reasons outlined in that letter, one well-equipped regional hospital centrally located to both the Comox Valley and Campbell River communities is the only logical and fiscally responsible option. And it provides the best overall health care for our communities. So why is VIHA moving forward with two separate hospitals? Because most of us (me included) have sat back and let it happen. We’ve listened to the rhetoric from the special interest groups, rolled our eyes, shaken our heads – and done nothing. We’ve sat on our hands when we should have picked up the phone, taken pen to paper, or fired up the computer. In short, we’re being railroaded and it’s our own fault. I can’t speak for others, but in the two years that the hospital issue has been under discussion, I have yet to talk with anyone who supports the twohospital option. To a person, everyone I’ve spoken with recognizes that one regional hospital will provide a betterequipped facility with a wider range of specialists. That’s not to say the twohospital supporters aren’t out there; I just haven’t
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come across any. Not surprisingly, no one I’ve talked with looks forward to driving to Nanaimo, Victoria or Vancouver for treatment or to visit specialists. Yet that’s happening on a daily basis for residents from the Comox Valley to Port Hardy. And it’s my understanding that’s not likely to stop under the two-hospital plan. No reasonable person will argue that a centrally located regional hospital is the most convenient for all parties. It isn’t. Those living near the current hospitals will have to add a few minutes to their travel time. But isn’t it worth having a well-equipped hospital with an expanded range of specialists available without having to travel even farther for treatment? Many patients trying to work within the current health-care framework already know those frustrations! It’s a no-brainer to me, and I’m hoping all those who agree and have been silent up to now will make their opinions known. Send your comments to the Right Honourable Premier Christy Clark, Honourable BC Minister of Health Michael de Jong, local MLA Don McRae and the Vancouver Island Health Authority. Let’s finally be heard. A. Carpenter Comox Valley
Radical approach to save economy Dear editor, The following is a letter to Mr. Harper, Ms. Clark and Mr. Jangula: The time has come for a revolutionary idea to save our country and, in doing so, save our economy. The best possible omen for our country is to immediately place a 10-year freeze, cap or moratorium on all taxes, fees, fares and government or government-controlled charges (including wages). This would ensure stability, consistency, con-
fidence and consumer/taxpayer or business hope, in the next 10 years. The encouragement and knowledge of a clear, foreseeable future would greatly improve all levels of the economy to go forth and seek comfort in the fact that their investment will be better placed and founded in a more level playing field. Go ahead – it’s a radical approach to a problem no one else has dared to solve! J. Logan Courtenay
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Navigating the health-care maze can be difficult Mr. Jones is an 83-year-old widower living in his own home. When asked, he’ll tell you he is doing “fair to middling.” He’ll go on to tell you his legs are tired and wobbly and he doesn’t get out as much as he used to. He has a scooter, which gets him to town and back, but his vision is getting worse and he’s not sure how much longer he can safely use it. He likes listening to books on tape and watching sports. He has children but they all live out of town. They worry about him. Mr. Jones has Lifeline, a housekeeper to clean every two weeks, regular meal delivery and relies on friends to help with grocery shopping and other tasks. Mr. Jones knows that he needs a little more help to stay in his home and is a little worried about his future care needs but doesn’t know where to go to find information or what’s available in his community. Maybe one of your parents is like Mr. Jones. Or perhaps you feel a little (or a lot!) like Mr. Jones. Either way, there comes a time when an aging loved one requires more support and care to keep them as independent as possible. For some of us, caregiving becomes a part-time job and a full-time worry. Knowing that you or your aging loved one needs more help is one thing. Navigating your way through the health-care maze is another. Health care is very complicated and it can be challenging for seniors and family caregivers to understand the ins and outs. Many of us are confused as to whom to call to find assistance to help ourselves or an aging loved one manage at home. It’s also tricky to figure out what services are needed, eligibility for publicly funded home support and where to go to access services in the community. A good sailor knows how to use their map and compass to navigate the open seas. The same applies to caregivers navigating the health-care system. I’ll start 2012 with a series on “Navigating the Healthcare System”. I’ll pull out my map and compass and we’ll tackle the public health-care system together and review what it offers and how
to access services. Next up will be understanding who’s on the deck crew and what role they play in health care. I’ll also provide tips on how
to be a good advocate; either for yourself and for an aging loved one and how to get the right services at the right time. Finishing up the
SANDWICH GENERATION
WENDY
JOHNSTONE
series will be information on do’s and don’ts of hiring private providers providing services for seniors in their homes. If you have a spe-
cific question related to “Navigating the Healthcare System”, please e-mail me directly at info@keystoneeldere.com. Wendy Johnstone
is a gerontologist and is the founder of Keystone Eldercare Solutions. Her column runs in the Comox Valley Record every second Friday.
Comox Valley Fitness is proud to welcome to the team... Comox Valley Fitness & Body by Vi
Bill Fraser BBJ Purple Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Offering small classes (maximum 12 students for quality instruction) in a private room at Comox Valley Fitness. Bill’s credentials:
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Next Session starts January 9, 2012 • 1 month Session
Children $45, Adults $55
Leonard Murphy 4th Dan black belt in Tang Soo Do Karate 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 $55 6:00-7:00am
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Quality Foods
This January QF Helps you
Get
Delissio
Rising Crust Pizza
5 811-931gr
back to
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2$ for
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Bagged 3.28 per kg
Pepsi or 7-up Mini Cans 6x237ml
1
Chicken Drumsticks
4
per lb
Bakery Fresh
plus applicable fees
Melitta
Estate Whole Bean Coffee
Aquafina
Bottled Water
3
24x500ml
Bakery Fresh
Alpine Bread
2$
for
6
Banana Split Cream Pie
4
907gr
99 plus applicable fees
VH
Steamers 283-291gr
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