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According to Stanley, the BCTF requested an independent mediaRecord Staff tor from the Labour Relations Teachers will, “in all likeli- Board late last week to help move hood,” be legislated back to work, negotiations along. according to Education Minister However, he said BCPSEA has George Abbott. to agree to a mediator as well, “We are in the position in which which has not happened yet. we have been in far too many Stanley said if teachers are times over the last 30 years and legislated back to work with no that is, we are not going to see agreement reached, the distance this, in all likelihood, resolved between the two parties will through collective widen. bargaining process“If the governIf the governes and we will, in all ment legislates likelihood, have to ment legislates some- something, that’s step in as a governmore likely to push thing, that’s more ment and attain a things further legislated solution,” likely to push things apart,” said StanAbbott said Thurs- further apart. It ley, adding that he day, adding that would significantly is concerned some teacher job action, teachers could which has been impact the teaching become more frusgoing on since Sep- profession and our trated or angry, or tember, is affecting relationship with our could change their students. attitudes towards “I am not pre- principals and with work. pared to let this go our colleagues. “It would signifion any further.” cantly impact the Steve Stanley According to teaching profession Abbott, his staff will and our relationstart drafting legislation over the ship with our principals and with weekend with a goal of sending a our colleagues.” recommendation to government Teachers are planning a Day next week. of Action for Monday, which for His announcement was made the Comox Valley, will include a directly after fact-finder Trev- bell-to-bell day, union meetings at or Hughes released his report lunch, and a larger union meeting saying a negotiated settlement for all School District 71 teachers between the BC Teachers’ Fed- after work. eration (BCTF) and BC Public He also said there could be School Employers’ Association some sort of “respectful” rally out(BCPSEA) is “very unlikely.” side one of the schools or the Hughes is Labour Minister Board of Education office after Margaret MacDiarmid’s assis- classes are over, but he is unsure tant deputy minister, and he was at this point. appointed by her after Abbott “There’s a lot going on that we requested a fact-finder a couple of need to talk about so it’s basically weeks ago. just an informational session, and According to Comox District trying to get a feel for how our Teachers’ Association (CDTA) members, how willing they are president Steve Stanley, teach- to increase job action, or do they ers have some “skepticism” about want to keep it the same way, or the fairness of a “government how will we respond,” explained insider reporting back on what Stanley. the government is doing.” But, Teacher contract negotiations Stanley acknowledged that the have been going on for about a report appears “thorough” and year, with 78 sessions so far. writer@comoxvalleyrecord.com “detailed.”

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Four of the Comox Valley’s top basketball players at the university level are heading into their respective playoffs Feb. 24-25 and March 1-3. “We can be proud that the basketball heritage we have here in Courtenay and Comox continues with stellar play by Ryan MacKinnon (Highland), Calvin Westbrook (G.P. Vanier), Keenan Milburn (Isfeld) and Tyler Olsen (Isfeld),” said longtime Vanier coach Larry Street.

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A SCENE FROM Iron Man III? Nope. Explosive disposal experts from the Royal Canadian Air Force across Canada are taking part in Exercise Tazz-Runner at 19 Wing Comox. PHOTO BY ERIN HALUSCHAK

Expect some‘popping’ for the next week or so Record Staff Canadian Forces improvised explosive device disposal teams will train in the Comox Valley until March 1. The two week-long training opportunity is designed for members to hone their skills at finding, identifying and neutralizing improvised explosive devices. Capt. Jorge Parra-Martinez, commanding officer of 19 Explosives Ordnance Disposal Flight, said his team is at the base to maintain, improve and share experiences, knowledge and skills with members from

other bases. While much of the training will take place at Canadian Forces Base Comox, exercise participants will also operate at the Seal Bay training area and HMCS Quadra (Goose Spit). Residents in these areas may see increased military activity. Due to the nature of the training activities, residents may also hear the occasional explosion or “popping” noises throughout the day, from approximately 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., including weekends. 19 Wing thanked residents for their understanding.

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Big Time Out back to Cumberland? Tentatively Aug. 18 and 19 back at Village Park Scott Stanfield Record Staff

The 2012 Big Time Out music festival appears to be coming back to Village Park in Cumberland. The event — held last year at Ash Berry Farm in Royston — is tentatively scheduled

to proceed Aug. 18 and 19 at its usual location. “The village is happy with the early initiative we’ve taken this year,” BTO producer Kevin Haughton said Wednesday. “One thing that’s pleased me more than anything is to be able to say that we are bringing it back to the Village Park. The response on that notion alone has been beautiful. It’s (back) where it belongs.”

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Cumberland Village Works and the village are entering into a five-year agreement to enable the event year

cerns about security. The killing of 19-yearold James Denton, who was stabbed to death by a 16-year-old near

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after year, as opposed to revisiting standard documents such as evacuation, fire exiting and transportation plans. “We’ll be able to direct our energy at ensuring the park is operationally ready, and that security is put in place,” said Dave Durrant, manager of community services. Last year, Cumberland council denied an application to hold the festival at the park, siding with police con-

the entrance to Vanier Secondary following a music festival at the exhibition grounds in Courtenay, figured in the RCMP’s decision to not endorse the Big Time Out. While there are still procedures to follow with the village and police, Haughton is confident the 2012 show will be the best ever, promising “some magical surprises” both aurally and optically. The event will be an all-ages extravaganza

with no beer garden — as was the case last year — which resulted in a “whole other vibe,” Haughton said. “It opened the doors to a whole other breadth of people to come to the show.” This year, organizers intend to look at a model to encompass businesses in the downtown core. “It will be a festival within a festival,” Haughton said. Check http://thebigtimeout.com/ and Facebook for updates.

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Children benefit from grant Erin Haluschak Record Staff

A vacant lot behind the Comox Valley Child Development Association that now serves double duty for families who use the association’s services was officially unveiled Wednesday. The lot, which is now owned by the association, is home to an accessible parking area and a play project — a grassy, fenced area for children to use for learning and development. The projects came about thanks to a grant from the Government of Canada’ Enabling Accessibility Fund and local fundraising, said Lorraine Aitken, executive direction with CVCDA. “We’re absolutely thrilled to have this official opening. We have been waiting a long time to bring this together,” she said. “What this means is that we’re going to have safe, offstreet parking to families and visitors to our centre and particularly for people with access challenges.” Aitken added the association is also excited to unveil the outdoor play area. “We haven’t had an outdoor play area since we’ve been in this location, which is close to 10 years, so we’re thrilled because what this means is that we have a place for therapy programs to work with families and children in a natural, outdoor play environment ... so that families can learn strategies that they can use at home or in their own playground.” “This is something that we’ve been working on for about 10 years, and it finally came together.” Vancouver Island North MP John Duncan also was on hand to mark the occasion. “This is great news, and it’s a great project for so many reasons,” he said. For more information, visit www.cvcda.ca or call 250-338-4288. photos@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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Six residents remembered Scott Stanfield Record Staff

A second dedication for the Friends of Village Square Program was held Thursday in Cumberland where family members, friends and village officials paid tribute to the memory of six former residents. The honorees include Alvin Tantrum, who owned a barbershop in Cumberland; Jack Bennie, a former village councillor; Donald (Digger)

Briggs; George and Mae Kelly; and Ron Bannerman, who was known as Mr. History of the Comox Valley. “He was always very active, always pro-Cumberland, always conscious of making sure that it was growing and moving ahead,” Cindy Bannerman said of her late husband. “I know he would be proud to be with the others, because when they were alive they were always talking and laughing and joking.” For each gift of $500

an individual’s name is affixed to a Tupana Blue marble stone. Last year, former mayor Fred Bates gifted the first marker in memory of his late wife Barb. Proceeds will help maintain the park that was once a gas station. A total of $108,000 helped establish the park, which opened in 2010. The Province contributed half the funds while the Village and Island Coastal Economic Trust split the other half.

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Young pros accelerating program Record Staff The Young Professionals Comox Valley (YPCV) networking group will throw a membership kickoff event on Tuesday. YPCV is designed to promote social interaction and assist in professional development for business professionals, employees and entrepreneurs under 40 years of age in the Comox Valley — something organizers saw a need for here. “I think there’s a need for young professionals

to connect and grow for future business needs in the Comox Valley,” said Joe Renooy, YPCV organizer. “Right now, there are some existing networking groups but sometimes they can be a bit intimidating to enter, and this is a good starting point for a lot of people in the Valley to meet people and progress with their careers.” The event will be in the main level of the Crown Isle Resort Centre, starting at 6:30 p.m., and beverages and appetizers will be

budget to offer hope that our hospital situation will be resolved any sooner, but Comox Valley NDP can- we’ll all be paying more for didate Kassandra Dycke health insurance,” Dycke criticizes the B.C. Liberal said in a news release. “In budget for adding costs and fact, an average family will cutting vital services to be paying $732 more in 2013 families. than they were in 2001. Comox Valley Liberal That’s almost double.” MLA Don McRae feels the While health-care costs budget, delivare on the ered Tuesrise, McRae A huge number said day, contains the “some amaz- of British Columbiincrease ing things” does not take ans actually have for Valley effect for their MSP premiums another year. residents. He cites paid through their “Low-ina new hom- employer contract … come British eowner buyColumbians er’s bonus, We have now taken are protected which offers a health care budget from MSP a $10,000 from $9 billion in premiums,” he said, notrebate on ing about houses worth 2001 to almost $17 one million more than billion in 2012. $200,000; a Don McRae individuals do not pay seniors home premiums renovation tax credit up to $1,000 on due to their income level. work at home; and a low-in- “A huge number of British come veterans homeowner Columbians actually have their MSP premiums paid grant for those under 65. “In the end, no matter through their employer conhow you add up all the tract...We have now taken a taxations, we still pay the health care budget from $9 second lowest taxes in all of billion in 2001 to almost Canada (next to Alberta),” $17 billion in 2012.” McRae said total capital McRae said. Dycke suggests the bud- spending for the next three get contains nothing for years will be $19.2 billion, education and skills train- including $1.3 billion for ing, but leaves spending health-care facilities. “I ran on the promise of for the premier’s office getting the hospital built untouched. She also notes concern on the North Island, and I about “ever-increasing MSP think that’s a pretty good signal,” he said. premiums. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com “There’s nothing in this

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Comox council dealing with water cost‘pickle’ Erin Haluschak Record Staff

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reading to council with no increase. Jacquest noted in his report the regional sewer treatment service has increased its tax requisition by $100,000 in 2012, but for this year, the impact on the budget is small enough that it can absorb it by reducing the reserve contributions instead of increasing the rates. Sewer rates have remained the same for a single-family residence since 2009 at $273 per year. Following a lengthy discussion, council forwarded a bylaw to increase the flat water rates by $12 per year, raising the cost in 2012 to $315 for a single family residence. In his report, Jacquest recommended on average, commercial customers pay less per cubic metre (m3) — 78 cents/m3 — than do residential customers (average $1/m3). He suggested addressing the difference by raising the metered rate 10 cents/m3 (to 88 cents/ m3). “The challenge that council has here is ... to consider setting the metered rate is that people would have the option to convert to,” explained Mayor Paul Ives. “That is the essence of the program. “When we installed the meters, people

have the option this year or next year to do it,” Ives added. “This is an attempt at this point to set a plan to go forward. We have to do this in a way that makes sense, both in the flat rate and in the metered rate.” Currently, about 1,500 in the Town are equipped with water

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Tom Grant water rate increases, so we have to make sure that we keep that in mind,” noted Ives, who added he supported a flat rate increase, and encouraged council to set a metered rate so that people can make their own decisions. “I think we have to continue to take these steps forward,” noted Fletcher. “Why? Because the costs are going to increase rapidly over the next years. I think it would be irresponsible if we didn’t

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As a start to budget discussions, Comox council set utility rates for garbage, sewer and flat water rates for the Town on Wednesday, but decided to take more time before setting an overall metered rate for water use. In his report to council, Don Jacquest, director of finance for the Town, noted the mass of garbage tipped at the landfill will gradually rise as the population grows. He added he based the garbage budget for 2012-2016 on tipping 4,052 tonnes at the landfill, which will make the fees rise by $44,000. In future years, he expects annual ongoing tipping fee increases of $10 per tonne until the regional district reaches a $120per-tonne tipping fee. Jacquest said this will likely mean annual increases of around $10 per household per year. “I truly believe that’s a reflection of the system getting behind the times; it’s now time to catch up. I can assure you other facilities on the Island are well above us,” noted Coun. Patti Fletcher. “Garbage is a very expensive business and we’re adding more and more regulations; we’re having landfills that are closed. To think that tipping fees aren’t going up — they have to go up and I think we have to play catchup to what’s going on around us,” she added. For a single-family residence, garbage rates will increase to $147 a year in 2012. As for sewer rates, it was agreed to forward the bylaw for first, second and third

meters, and customers have the option to pay the flat rate, or to switch to a metered rate. Coun. Tom Grant debated the fact that based on consumption and the potential increase, metered customers could end up paying more than those who pay the flat rate water fees. “We can’t penalize those people who voluntarily got a water meter, because they didn’t ask for it, and now we’re in a pickle. Let’s stick with a flat rate to everybody,” he said. “We know that there are significant regional infrastructure projects in the very near future and that they are going to be funded through

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NDP’s Fin will listen to people Have you been dying to tell someone who cares what you really think about probable changes to your Old Age Security? Wild salmon and aquaculture along our coast? Ocean stewardship and shark finning? Oil tankers and pipelines? New halibut quotas? Politicians in general? Fin Donnelly, MP for New Westminster, Coquitlam and Port Moody since 2009 and current federal NDP critic for fisheries and oceans, is coming to the Island this Saturday. Donnelly introduced legislation to ban tanker traffic along B.C.’s sensitive northern coast and to transition all fish farms to closed containment. Prior to being elected, Donnelly played a key role in calling for and securing the Cohen Inquiry into the collapse of the Fraser sockeye fishery. He served on Coquitlam council for seven years, was the executive director of the Rivershed Society of B.C. for 13 years and twice swam the Fraser River (1,400 km) to promote sustainable living. Donnelly will be at a Courtenay potluck supper and conversation from 6 to 9 p.m. at the lower Native Sons Hall. For details, contact www.findonnelly.ca or Fin.Donnelly@parl. gc.ca. — NDP

Courtenay council meetings could be streamed online. At Monday’s meeting, Coun. Doug Hillian brought forward a motion to request a staff report on the feasibility of streaming meetings. “It is an opportunity for people who don’t attend in person to be able to see what’s going on,” said Hillian, adding, “I believe it’s something that a number of other municipalities have done.” Coun. Manno Theos was concerned that what councillors say at meetings could be manipulated if streamed. “I think things get skewed on Internet and I think people can manipulate information on the Internet,

and can redirect messages in ways they want,” said Theos. He also noted that while Shaw Cable airs some council meetings already, the company owns the rights to the footage, and he wanted to know how streamed meetings would differ in that regard. Coun. Jon Ambler said Theos’ concerns were legitimate, but also said this kind of problem has most likely been resolved. “I’m confident that that is a problem that has been solved by the probably tens of thousands of other people that are already doing it,” said Ambler. He also mentioned the way people get their information is

changing and said that now his children don’t have telephone land lines, and some younger people don’t even have televisions anymore because they just stream programs on their computers. “When you look at our citizens, some will read our newspapers, some will watch it on Shaw, and some will stream it off the Internet, and as the peoples’ business should be done in public, this is just one more step on that journey,” he said. Coun. Ronna-Rae Leonard agreed and pointed out that Internet streaming is still a “passive” form of communication, as viewers are simply observing rather than providing

input. She also said she’s heard complaints that the City’s website could be more userfriendly. She suggested that more needs to be done to improve the City’s communication with the public. “There’s opportunities to make information more accessible to people,” said Leonard. “This is kind of like we’re cracking the surface of the whole communication egg here — and we have to make an omelette or something.”

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“We have created a way to secure and invest in our future with B.C.’s most wellknown and highly respected businessman, Mr. Jimmy Pattison,” said Schley at the company’s annual meeting last Thursday night. “We chose this direction to keep the integrity of the QF culture and philosophy that our people have built over the last 30 years,” added partner John Briuolo in a media release. Partner Noel Hayward added the addition of the new investor is a “great kick-start” to QF’s 30th anniversary year in 2012. “We are very fortunate to have found an investor that shares our strategic vision for the future,” stated Hayward. In addition to the Pattison announcement, the QF ownership team said they will soon launch a new, fully-integrated online shopping, app and social media web presence to an “eagerly waiting customer base.” New renovations for some of their existing stores are soon to be announced, and even some new stores in communities where they have yet to build. “All of this comes in a highly competitive time and market,” said Schley, “and we feel the future has never looked brighter for our company, our QF people and especially our loyal customers.” — With files from Neil Horner and Steven Heywood

The Comox Valley will host the 13th annual conference and AGM for the BC Association of Farmers’ Markets. Scheduled to take place March 2 and 3, For the Love of Farmers’ Markets will be held at the Best Western Plus Westerly Hotel and Convention Centre, in partnership with the Comox Valley Farmers’ Market Association. Highlights include a keynote address about market integrity from Stacy Miller, executive director of the Farmers’ Market Coalition; sessions on how to measure social and economic impact and position a market for success; and roundtable and breakout discussions. “The Comox Valley is known as a hub for agriculture and it’s an honour to welcome farmers from across the province to our

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Theft, assault – RCMP saw it all Here’s what the Comox Valley RCMP investigated from Feb. 14 to 21: Feb. 15 Police responded to a report of robbery by the night manager of the 7-Eleven at 2295 Cliffe Ave. A man entered the store brandishing a knife. The man then threatened the manager and demanded money. Through investigation a man was identified and arrested. He will appear in court at a later date. Three large garbage bins were reported stolen. The bins may have been sold. This investigation is continuing. A theft from a locker was reported by a patron of the Comox Valley Fitness for Women located at 960 England Ave. A purse and clothing was left in the locker while working out and the items were found to be missing, when the patron returned. This investigation is continuing. A woman had her hair set on fire in Cumberland. The woman did not require medical attention and this investigation will continue. A break, enter and theft occurred at a residence in the 800 block of Back Road. A laptop computer was stolen. The investigation continues. Feb. 16 A motor vehicle accident occurred at the intersection of Guthrie Road and Aspen Drive. Police determined that an unlicenced driver had borrowed a friend’s truck. When returning the truck, he ran into a traffic light pole while turning left. The driver was charged under the Motor Vehicle Act for being an unlicensed driver. A woman entered the Liquor Store at 1095 Cliffe Ave. and stole two bottles of vodka. The woman was later identified and police are now looking for her on theft charges. Shortly after this incident, a second woman attempted to steal a

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Pink shirts oppose bullying Buy them and pins on Wednesday to show your opposition

COURTENAY ROTARY CLUB president Naomi Carmichael and her team of volunteers have been busy getting all of the items into the computer for the Annual On-Line Auction, which runs throughout March.

Auction supports trail March is Courtenay Rotary Club’s On-Line Auction month. Club members have been busy collecting hundreds of donations from the business community. The majority of the donations this year are gift certificates, which allow you to shop and purchase what you want in your favourite store or restaurant, rather than

Library offering storytime Who says that storytime is just for kids? If there is nothing you love so much as a good story, be at the Courtenay Library from noon to 12:40 p.m. for a new adult storytime program. Whether you get carried away by a suspenseful thriller or bust a gut laughing, having the chance to listen to a good story is a wonderful way to stimulate the mind and invigorate the imagination. Bring a lunch or some knitting, sit back and enjoy the journey. Storytime for adults will take place at noon in the lounge by the fireplace on the last Wednesday of every month, with the first session kicking off Feb. 29. Also starting in February will be our Friday Night at the Movies. This ongoing program will be held once or twice a month and will consist of a variety of genres, from documentaries to feature films. For more information, call 250-334-3369 or visit www.virl.bc.ca. — Courtenay Library

purchase a specific item you bid on. Want to golf at Crown Isle, dine at your favourite restaurant, add an original piece of art to your home decor or go skydiving? These items and many more will be online for you to bid on from March 1 to 31. Go to www.courtenayrotary.com and follow the links. Bidding is easy, fun and all proceeds go towards supporting worthy community projects. Auction proceeds will go towards extending the Rotary Trail as well as supporting other worthy community projects. Rotary Trail is a

hard-surfaced walking and cycling trail that begins at Fifth Street and runs three blocks to the train station at Cumberland Road along the E&N Railway corridor. This year, Rotary Trail will be extended to 17th Street. The Courtenay Rotary Club works in conjunction with the City of Courtenay and the Island Corridor Foundation (formerly E&N Rail) on this project. Future plans include the possibility of extending the trail to 30th Street at the south end of the city. — Courtenay Rotary Club

Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Vancouver Island will support the fifth annual Pink Shirt Day — a day when the community joins together to take a stand against bullying. Comox Valley residents can purchase their Pink Shirts at London Drugs for $9.80. The fifth annual Pink Shirt Day will also include this year for the first time ever a Pink Shirt Day pin. This pink symbol will let people know that they are taking a stand against bullying, that bullying is not OK, and they are willing to do something about it. The local club says it is proud to be part of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada, and the Central Vancouver Island is celebrating its 40th anniversary. Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada is the largest child- and youth-serving organization in the country, and together it helps more children and youth than any other child- and youthserving organization. On Feb. 29, British

Columbians are asked 29 from 10 a.m. to 1 to take a stand against p.m. selling Pink Shirt bullying and show their Day pins. support by purchasIt takes courage to ing a take a Pink WEDNESDAY, FEB. 29 s t a n d Shirt against or Pink Shirt pin. bullying. On Feb. 29, Volunteers and staff be courageous and of the Boys & Girls take a stand. Your supClubs of Central Van- port will make a difcouver Island will be ference and show the at the Quality Foods one in four children in Comox location on Feb. Canada who are being

bullied each year that they are not alone. You can find more information at bullyingcanada.ca. For more information on Pink Shirt Day and how you can get involved, visit www. bgccvi.com. — Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Vancouver Island

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Harbour history sought Elders of the Comox Valley are welcome to meet with Project Watershed volunteers and staff to add to a map of the estuary the areas that they recall once had active and vibrant eel grass meadows, kelp beds and salt marsh shoreline areas. Large maps of the Comox Harbour and Courtenay River Estuary will be on view with opportunities to suggest historic areas by senior participants. Should you require transportation, call 250-703-2871. — Project Watershed

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other vegetation systems in the northern hemisphere. Project Watershed will begin a restoration program of eel grass in the estuary this year. They will build on and add to the remaining eel grass meadows, and want to investigate the possibility of restoring historical areas where eel grass meadows existed prior to 1950. They are also interested in restoring kelp beds in the areas adjacent to the estuary, and salt marsh shoreline areas. Project Watershed specifically is looking for seniors who remember Comox Harbour and the estuary prior to 1950 who could drop in on Feb. 24 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Comox Centre Mall or Feb. 25 from 1 to 4:30 p.m. at the CVRD boardroom at 600 Comox Rd. in Courtenay.

The Comox Valley Project Watershed Society is an environmental stewardship organization. One of Project Watersheds major initiatives beginning in 2012 involves Blue Carbon, Blue Forests and eel grass restoration in the estuary. From the middle of the last century until the closing of the saw mill in Courtenay, the estuary was dredged on a routine basis, logs were boomed and stored on the estuary, and eel grass meadows were damaged or destroyed. Eel grass meadows provide important habitat for fish and other estuarine organisms, and are part of the “blue forest” that removes the greenhouse gas carbon dioxide from the atmosphere as much as 90 times better than any

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Refugees soon to be reunited The Abo-Nofals were all smiles at a recent event held to welcome them into our community. The Palestinian Iraqi refugee family is grateful to everyone who has supported them, both in making it possible for them to come to the Valley and as they have settled in during the past two months. They are all busy learning English and making new friends. They will be even happier in a few days when they welcome their old friends, the Al Halaaqs. They will be relieved, as will the Comox Valley Refugee Support Committee, that their friends have been able to leave the United Nations camp after many years and escape the present horrors of Syria. The Al Halaaqs, also Palestinian Iraqi refugees, lived a few tents away from the Abo Nofals for the past two years and were forced to leave Baghdad four years ago. The Al Halaaq family have seven children and all will be enrolled in schools in the Valley. Their rented home in

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cottage gardener THE ABO-NOFAL FAMILY is seen with Dave Talbot of the Comox Valley Refugee Support Committee. Comox is almost ready for them. The community has been generous in providing furnishings and an older van. The committee is still looking for a computer and laptop. It also needs winter clothing for the family and toys for the children; the girls are aged seven, nine and 11, and the boys are 12, 17 and 18. Please drop the clothing and toys off at Comox United Church

on Tuesday to Friday mornings 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and label them Refugee Family. If you have questions, phone Bev at 250 941-6326. The committee is still fundraising. It requires an additional $20,000 to cover the living costs of the Al Halaaq family for their first year in their new country. So many people have come together to help these two families have hope for the future. Cheques should be

made out to Comox United Church, with Refugee Fund on the memo line at the bottom, and can be mailed to Comox United Church or dropped off at 250 Beach Dr., Comox, V9M 1P9. E-mail any questions to cvrefugees@yahoo. ca, look at www.cvrefugeesupport.blogspot. com or find the committee’s Facebook at CV Refugee Support. — Comox Valley Refugee Support Committee

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Co-op pays members More than $400,000 in incentives to shop at local Co-op For the second straight year, Comox District Co-op members will receive more than $400,000 in cash this spring, with individual cheques ranging from about $60 up to a whopping $7,000. Members of the Co-op are paid a â&#x20AC;&#x153;patronage allocationâ&#x20AC;? every year based on their purchases over the past year. At its annual general meeting, the Co-opâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seven-member board announced that, for only the second time in recent memory, this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s allocation will be paid out entirely in cash. Historically, the Co-op has paid a portion of the allocation, which this year equals five per cent of purchases, in equity. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re very pleased to be paying it all in cash this year,â&#x20AC;? says Co-op manager Richard Kerton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our members have supported us, so weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re giving back to them â&#x20AC;&#x201D; thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the way it works. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Despite price wars this past year, we were able to meet the price and our members came in and supported us. Because of them, the Co-op achieved record sales this year.â&#x20AC;? While rewarding its members and â&#x20AC;&#x153;moving ahead by giving backâ&#x20AC;? are key tenets of the Co-op philosophy, Kerton says the board is confident a five-percent allocation is sustainable over the long term. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We really feel that we can maintain five per cent over a longer period of time, and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s our goal,â&#x20AC;? he says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have our balance sheet in order and have good, steady income growth so we can say, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;yes, we can maintain this.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; We want our members to know theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll get at least a five-per-cent dividend every year.â&#x20AC;? That commitment to sustainability is another aspect of the Co-opâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s guiding principles, says

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Kerton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re here for the long run. We never just build something and then sell it a couple of years later and move on to something else. We opened in the Comox Valley in 1960 and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been here ever since, struggling at times, but working to build a business that gives our members a good return on their investment. Because thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing when they buy their $10 lifetime membership â&#x20AC;&#x201D; theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re investing in us. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That principle goes all the way to our refinery, which Co-op members own outright,â&#x20AC;? he continues. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When the refinery makes money, it comes back to our membership. The cooperative principle is to build something and stay. And when it starts to work, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wonderful.â&#x20AC;? Cheques will be distributed to Co-op members at the annual

membersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; barbecue in May. Non-members can pick up a membership application at either of two Comox Valley Co-op locations (699 Aspen Rd. in Comox or 4889 Island Highway atop Mission Hill in Courtenay) or by visiting www.comoxvalleycoop.ca. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Comox District Co-op

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Bicycle riders are often not on the radar of motorists. While cyclists have the same rights and responsibilities on the road as motorists, the cyclist is the one who will be injured or killed in a bicycle/motorized vehicle accident. Here are some tips SHIFTING to increase y o u r chances of ARGARET being seen by motorARRIS ists. Simply put, make sure you are visible and predictable. The night is a dark time for cyclists ... and we’re not necessarily in the clear during the daytime, either. Overcast days, or roads that are heavily shaded, or have a lot of distractions, do not lend themselves to providing great visibility to drivers of cars approaching a rider from behind or from the front. For this reason, it’s a great idea to outfit yourself with some bright clothing, gear, and/or accessories when you head out. Darker coloured jackets or jerseys with reflective strips may be very useful at night, but the reflective strips do not help visibility during daylight, and the dark clothing blends into the trees, hedges and buildings along the roadside. Arm signals are only

useful if the driver can see your arm! The majority of cyclists are also drivers, and should therefore be aware of this, and make every effort to look as much like a Christmas tree as possible! Research has shown that highGEARS visibility vests are the most effective for driver recognition during daylight hours and the addition of ankle and/or knee reflectors and flashing rear and front lights offer the best visibility at night time. Ankle/knee reflectors provide better information about the width of the bicycle which may encourage drivers to give the cyclist more space as they pass. Not sure how visible you are on your bicycle? Have a friend go out with you in their car and let you know how easily you can be seen and how predictable your movements are. Check out the following website for cycling rules of the road and safety information — www.bikesense.bc.ca/ manual.htm. Cycle safely and give cyclists a good name. Margaret Harris is the president of the Comox Valley Cycling Coalition.

If you have normal vision, would you consider driving with one eye closed at night? To most people that would seem to be a very foolish question. Why would anyone want to diminish their capability to see while driving? Take a look at other vehicles on the highway right now. How many of them have only one

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Playing with compost DUCHESS OF DIRT

LESLIE COX covered over again to do some more cooking. The screened soil was covered too...but not before we had admired its rich dark colour. We of such simple pleasures....but when this nutrient-rich compost is destined for the vegetable garden the anticipation of the bounty we will reap come summer is nothing short of mouth-watering. For those who are not making their own compost...or cannot generate enough to amend their whole garden area...a good alternative is composted manure. The selection includes cow, horse, sheep, goats, chicken and rabbit manures, all of which have slightly

varying levels of the Big Three - nitrogen (N), phosphorous (P) and potassium (K) plus a good smattering of micronutrients. Understand, the nutrient N,P,K levels will fluctuate due to the diet and age of the animals. Here is the break-down listed in order (N-P-K)...rabbit: 2.4-1.4-0.60; chicken: 1.1-0.80-0.50; sheep: 0.70-0.30-0.90; horse: 0.70-0.30-0.60; steer: 0.70-0.30-0.40; dairy cow: 0.25-0.15-0.25. (Source: Rodale’s Encyclopedia of Organic Gardening, An Illustrated Guide to Organic Gardening.) Rabbit manure rates highest in nitrogen. It also has a good amount of phosphorous, imporSee GARDENERS, A21

THE RIGHT COMPOST can help you to create a beautiful, colourful garden (top right). PHOTO BY JOHN COX

What better way to spend a sun-filled winter afternoon than to play around in the compost pile? A tad chilly even with the sun shining but guaranteed you will work up a sweat turning that pile. Great calorie burner for those extra pounds that have snuck their way onto the waistline. John spent part of one such sunny day raking the pile of compost from one of the three bins in our compost unit out onto the lawn. Just enough of the pile until he reached “the good stuff ”...the decomposed garden debris and kitchen waste now turned into “black gold.” Next step was to screen that decomposed compost into the “finished bin” of our compost unit. Screening completed, the unfinished compost on the lawn was forked back into the bin from whence it came and

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Gardeners should choose their manure carefully Continued from A20

tant for flower and fruit production. Chicken manure is a “hot” manure. It must be aged for a period before adding to the garden or it will burn your plants. Sheep manure is another “hot” manure... very rich but rather dry. The nutrient levels are

lower in the manure from sheep fed a grassfed diet over a grain and hay diet. Horse manure. Another “hot” one. Since what goes into a horse’s mouth takes a fast journey to the other end, it is full of weed seeds. Needs to be “hot composted” before using in the garden.

Steer manure is an old standby but it too can contain some weed seeds. And cow, or dairy, manure. To quote Ann Lovejoy, an organic gardener and writer in Seattle: “Dairy manure may be the single most useful soil-builder around.” Washed dairy manure from healthy

Party has Hawaiian theme The Evergreen Club is holding its first semiannual birthday party celebration with the theme Hawaiian Vacation. Don your best muumuu, aloha shirt or grass skirt, and take part in some fun tropical traditions Feb. 29 from noon to 2 p.m. at the “Royal Hawaiian”

Florence FIlberg Centre! Tickets are $5 for non-birthday guests, $2.50 for those members celebrating their birthdays in the months of November/ December/ January/ February/March and April. A light lunch and cake will be served, along with great entertain-

ment by Gord Kruger and friends, plus prizes galore! Be sure to get your tickets in advance at the Filberg Centre as this vacation is expected to sell out. For details, call the Filberg Centre at 250338-1000. — Courtenay Recreational Association

Good words for Africans Good Words for Africa, a Glacier Grannies Scrabble benefit, goes this Sunday from 1 to 4:30 p.m. at d’Esterre House in Comox. Organizers note there will be games for both experienced and

novice players. Come alone, or bring a team. Costumes are encouraged! Admission by donation. There will be prizes, crafts, refreshments and laughter. All proceeds to

the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign of the Stephen Lewis Foundation. For more information, call 250-339-3651 or visit www.glaciergrannies.org. — Glacier Grannies

cows is just about perfect for garden use; it can be used as a top dressing and for soil improvement.” It is a better choice over steer manure. Because of its lower nutrient numbers, some consider cow manure to be safe for use in unlimited quantities. Well ... yes and no in regards to this last statement. Without exception, all manures must be well-aged before applying any of them to a garden ... particularly the vegetable garden. Some resources state a six-month aging period, others up to a two years. I prefer three years, personally. Ensuring your manure pile is generating sufficient heat during its composting process... 65.5 degrees Celsius (151 degrees Fahrenheit)...means those weeds and other pathogens are taken care of where they should be and not winding up in your garden. Special note to pet owners: keep your cat and dog out of the garden. There are patho-

gens in their feces that can be transmitted to humans. Burning of calories aside...it is important to “feed” the soil for the health of your plants

and early spring is an excellent time for this chore. But please be sure to regulate all strenuous exercise until you are back into regular “gardening

shape.” Leslie Cox co-owns Growing Concern Cottage Garden in Black Creek. Her column appears every second Friday.

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Major honoured by military medal Every Friday we feature Valley history taken from our back issues. Five years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: Gov.-Gen. Michaelle Jean awarded Maj. William Fletcher the Military Valour, second only to the Victoria Cross in honours for courage in enemy territory, at a ceremony at CFB Comox. Fletcher was honored because he demonstrated extraordinary bravery by exposing himself to enemy fire while leading forces on foot to assault enemy positions in Afghanistan, twice stopping to help a fellow soldier who was hit. Ten years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: A forlorn remnant of the Valley’s past was destroyed when the Forbidden Plateau ski lodge burned to the ground. Police treated the fire as suspicious because there was little chance of spontaneous combustion when it started at about 3 a.m. A group that eventually became the Mount Beecher Ski Development Society started the ski hill in the 1950s. Fifteen years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: Evelyn Gillespie was not prepared to resign her seat in the legislature for the sake of

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United men’s soccer team edged the Campbell River Knights of Columbus 1-0 in Island Cup play. In front of a hornhonking, supportive hometown crowd at Kin Park, United finally beat their up-Island rivals in their third attempt of the season. Glen Watchman scored the goal and keeper Mike Nordmann made a game-saving stop in the late stages.

Twenty-five years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: The Highland Raiders qualified for the B.C. High School single A basketball championships for just the second time in their history after a heroic effort in Ladysmith. The local side, which had been in danger of not making the North Island zone playdowns, won 61-57.

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British Columbia has traditionally been synonymous with forestry and today this industry is still one of the cornerstones of our economy, especially in many rural communities which strongly value and support timber harvesting. With over two-thirds (60 million hectares) of the provincial land mass covered in forest we can count on a healthy industry for many more years. B.C. has more than 110 lumber mills, over 70 with a capacity of more than 40 million board feet per year; 27 veneer, plywood and OSB (oriented strand board) mills, eight pellet mills, 18 pulp mills (six of which are also paper mills) and over 80 other primary processing mills such as chips, shake and shingle, pole, and log manufacturers. The forestry sector has a deep pool of skilled professionals and a highly trained workforce. Altogether the industry employs well over 50,000 well paid employees, often the life-blood of small towns. B.C.’s forest sector is definitely starting to recover from the last decade’s downturn. Since 2009, over two dozen mills have announced they are reopening or adding shifts. The importance of this industry to B.C. is demonstrated by the fact that 40% of the province’s regional economies are based on forestry activities, in more than 7,000 businesses. Western Forest Products include timber harvesting, reforestation, sawmilling logs into lumber and wood chips, and value-added remanufacturing in their product line. The company’s 3,000 employees are an integral part of WFP. They are known for their knowledge of the fibre base, skills in product manufacturing and dedication to customer service as well as their commitment to safety, community and environmental values. It was good news for Ladysmith when the company reopened the mill. 100% of the product generated will be shipped to China. One reason for growth in the industry is the Asian market. International buyers know that B.C. is a stable supplier of high-quality wood products; we can provide timber supply security. This secure supply, coupled with the fact our spruce, pine, fir, hemlock and balsam fibre baskets are among the richest in the world makes B.C. extremely attractive. The B.C. brand of wood products is well estab-

lished globally with market-leading shares in key countries such as China, Japan, South Korea and Taiwan. B.C. is also looking to be the first major country that deals in softwood lumber to establish its products in the India marketplace. Working with the federal government and industry, the Province has strengthened and diversified the B.C. forest sector by increasing market demand for softwood lumber throughout Asia. The global demand for bio-products from the forest is predicted to reach $200 billion a year. Renewable fuels, plastics, and chemicals for the pharmaceutical and food industries can potentially be manufactured by running wood fibre and residues through bio-refinery. B.C. has taken steps to make it easier for the non-lumber sector to source supplies of lower quality fibre. This includes fibre supply licences to cut to use logging debris that is left behind on landings and roadsides. Taking care of this natural abundance is critical. An amazing statistic is the fact B.C. has planted more than six billion trees since reforestation programs began in the 1930’s, and is on track to plant its seven billionth tree in 2013/14. We plant an average of 200 million trees each year. B.C. produces more wood products certified to environmental standards than any other region in the world and has 53 million hectares certified to one of three internationally recognized sustainable forest management certification standards. Growth now and in the future requires a solid foundation. B.C. created the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations to deal with increasing demands and pressures on the land base by taking a more integrated approach to managing B.C.’s natural resources. BC Hydro launched a two-phase Bioenergy Call for Power. Phase one has helped advance bioenergy development in Kamloops, Castlegar and Prince George, while phase two has done the same for Chetwynd, Fort St. James, Fraser Lake and Merritt. B.C. has also passed the Wood First Act to promote and encourage a cultural shift that will make wood the first choice for construction in the commercial and institutional sectors as well as residential. The future looks very bright for this most iconic of British Columbia industries.

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Passion. Action. Impact. is the theme of this year’s National Volunteer Week campaign. The theme recognizes individual volunteers who dedicate themselves to improving their communities. Volunteers have a passion for getting involved, they take action to support the causes and organizations that are important to them, and they make an impact in communities across Canada and around the globe.

Volunteer Comox Valley: Volunteer Impact Awards Awards will be made based on a community nomination process. Online and PDF Applications for nominations will open today February 24th and close on March 23rd at midnight. National Volunteer Week is being celebrated across Canada from April 15th to 21st, 2012. Award Categories will be as follows: Life-Time Achievement Award The Life-Time Achievement Award celebrates the impacts made by an extraordinary volunteer who continually goes above and beyond in their dedication and service to others. This is a person devoted to making a difference. They inspire by their example. Volunteer Impact – Under 24 This award recognizes the impacts of a volunteer under the age of 24. This extraordinary individual is engaged, involved and exhibits leadership skills locally, nationally or globally. This award acknowledges the power and potential of young people taking action to make a difference. Volunteer Administrator of the Year Volunteer Administrators are both paid and unpaid in the Non-profit sector. They are masters at recognizing others for their volunteer work efforts. This award honors a Not-for-Profit Volunteer Administrator who has demonstrated outstanding innovation, dedication and perseverance in the profession of volunteer administration. They exhibit outstanding volunteer administration skills and “model the way, inspire a shared vision, challenge the process, enable others, and encourage the heart.” Volunteer Impact – Social Justice (Sponsored by Laughing Oyster Book Store) The Social Justice award recognizes the impacts made by a volunteer working towards creating a society based on the principles of equality, the values of human rights and the dignity of every human being. These volunteers are often seen working toward ensuring all members of our society have food, clothing, shelter and access to the benefits of our society. Volunteer Impact – Sports & Recreation This award recognizes and celebrates the significant achievements of volunteers in the areas of sports and recreation. Nominees devote their volunteer time and effort to the development of sport and recreation opportunities and are outstanding role models who inspire others at the recreational or competitive level. Volunteer Impact – Furry, Finned, Feathered and other Friends This award recognizes exceptional achievements and contributions to the advancement of animal

welfare. It’s open to volunteers who bring awareness to the plight of our world’s furry, finned, feathered and other species of friends through education, service, and advocacy or; activities which have significantly benefited animals and other earthly creatures. Volunteer Impact – Health, Safety and Emergency Services According to the World Health Organization, health is: “a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity”. Volunteers work globally and locally to provide service and information to help ensure the health and well-being of our citizens. This award recognizes a humanitarian who has dedicated themselves to serving those less fortunate, those in crisis and those in need of support to ensure their quality of life. Volunteer Impact – Education & Lifelong Learning Education and Lifelong Learning can be formal such as (training, tutoring, mentorship, apprenticeship or higher education) or informal, such as peer counseling. No matter the format of learning, knowledge empowers. It not only enhances social inclusion, active citizenship and personal development, but also competitiveness and employability. This award recognizes the dedication of an individual volunteering to support learning programs locally, nationally or globally. Volunteer Impact – Arts & Culture The arts influence and affect one or more of the senses, emotions and intellect. They encompass a diverse range of human activities, creations, and modes of expression, including music, literature, film, photography, sculpture, theatre, dance and painting. The culture of a community or a group of people is often expressed through their art. This category recognizes outstanding public service in support of arts and culture. Volunteer Impact – Environmental Protection & Enhancement Life on earth takes many forms, but all are interconnected and depend on each other for survival. Today we are more aware than ever of how destructive our own actions can be. This award recognizes a volunteer dedicated to supporting this interconnected web through education and/or actions that support existing in harmony and sharing earth’s limited resources with all living creatures.

These awards honor people who have made signiﬁcant contributions through a unique achievement or outstanding service within the voluntary sector. Do you know someone who is having an impact in your community? The nomination process is simple. Fill in the name, address, and telephone number of both your nominee and yourself as the nominator. Write brief compelling responses to the questions below. Tell something that distinguishes your Nominee as an individual. highlight how their passion and actions impact the lives of others and the local or global community. Attach additional sheets if needed. That’s it! Nominee Name E-Mail Street Address City Province Postal Code Telephone Alternate Contact#

Nominated For: (Each Nomination category requires a new form) Life-Time Achievement, Under 24, Volunteer Administrator of the Year, Social Justice, Sports & Recreation, Furry, Finned, Feathered & other Friends, Health, Safety & Emergency Services, Education & Lifelong Learning, Arts & Culture, Environmental Protection & Enhancement

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Outstanding personal acts: What is it that makes the actions of this individual unique amongst volunteers?

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Impact: What are the impacts felt due to this persons actions, who beneﬁts, within what geographic region and how?

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Eagles currently in MARS spotlight February is a very important time for our local eagle population in the Comox valley and Campbell River. This is a time when the eagles have survived the rigours of winter and a time that often sees them very close to starvation as they have exhausted their available food supplies. Along our shorelines the eagles are gathering and just like the fishermen are awaiting the annual herring spawn; in many local areas they can be seen hanging out to dry in trees along the estuaries and shores. Bald eagles are well known for their strength and endurance and this has been obvious at MARS over the past year as we admitted over 50 eagles and have already treated 10 so far this year. These eagles are extremely large powerful raptors with a wingspan of 1.8 to 2.4 metres and can weigh between three and six kilograms. It takes the bald eagles between four and five years to fully gain their adult plumage with their distinct white heads and tails; it is sometimes difficult to tell how old they are as they are adult-sized when they fledge from the nest. Habitat for these birds must provide water such as lakes, rivers, estuaries or shorelines. Their territory can cover several kilometres and must include perch trees along the water and a nest tree that is often inland. Each year in late winter the eagles return from their fall migration, and re-establish

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FAIRFIELD bonds with their mate, or find a new territory in the case of the juveniles. During this time they will make the necessary repairs to their nest, which is rebuilt or added to each year. The adults can be seen carrying large branches in their talons in preparation for the arrival of the eaglets. February is a time for love and the onset of the breeding season, it is also a time for us to watch some amazing acrobatics as they free fall, lock talons and serenade each other high atop the trees. This is not such a happy time for the juvenile birds that must now fend for themselves and this often leads to interspecies fighting or sees them becoming scavengers as they hunt for an easy food source. One of our patients admitted on New Year’s Eve has quite a story to tell, and one that is becoming all too familiar this winter. Semi a three-year-old juvenile was feeding on a

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deer carcass along the inland highway near Horne Lake when she flew up into the path of an oncoming truck travelling at the speed limit. Due to her huge wingspan and the height of the semi truck she was unable to gain enough elevation and she became “spread-eagled” on the windshield. Fortunately the occupants of the truck were uninjured but the eagle did not fare so well and has had a “long haul” back to recovery. Other than multiple bruising amazingly her only other injury was a small fractured bone where the spine meets the pelvis. Obvi-

ously she was in acute pain as I attended the initial vet visit, which was conducted by Dr. Tammi Whelan of Sunrise Veterinary. It took three of us to hold her for the examination. Semi’s rehabilitation has been slow but remarkable. She had to be tube fed for several days starting with rehydrating fluids and then enriched pureed chicken. She was then force fed whole food and finally she was able to eat on her own. She graduated from a nest of soft bedding as she would not stand and now six weeks later she is standing, flying and interacting in a flight pen with three other eagles. This winter we seem to have rescued more eagles that have been hit by vehicles on the road as they dine on road kill; often they are hidden in the centre median or in the ditches along the roadside. Please drive with extra care if you see an eagle or other wildlife as they often will suddenly jump or fly out into the oncoming traffic. If Semi continues

her progress, building up her flight stamina, we hope to release her in the Qualicum area as soon as the herring run commences ensuring her a plentiful food supply. ••• For the past seven years MARS has hosted a bald eagle festival to honour these magnificent birds, and again we thank BC Hydro for sponsoring the event. This year the festival is on Feb. 25 at the Maritime Heritage Centre in Campbell River. There will be guest speakers and many wildlife exhibits, in addition live ambassador birds will be in attendance, owls and a hawk from MARS and a bald eagle from Pacific North West Raptors. For more information and schedule of events, go to www. wingtips.org. To report injured wildlife, call 1-800-304-9968. For general information, dial 250-337-2021. Sandy Fairfield is the educational co-ordinator for the Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society (MARS). The MARS column appears every second Friday.

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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.

Friday, Feb. 24 C.V. NEWCOMERS Women’s Walking Group (for those living in Comox Valley less than 2 years) meets for Lewis/ Simms Millennium Parks walk; meet at Lewis Park parking lot near totem poles, 8:50 a.m. FMI: Michelle 250-331-9158, Bev 250-871-2027, Susan 250871-4422, www.Cvnewcomers.net. PROJECT Watershed invites local elders who remember Courtenay River Estuary prior to 1950 to contribute to a map of the estuary, Comox Centre Mall, 1–5 p.m. Elders’ input valuable to restoration strategies. If transportation needed, call 250-703-2871. COURTENAY Library’s Friday Night at the Movies celebrates Black History Month with screening of The Help, 5:30 p.m. FMI: 250-334-3369. COURTENAY Legion hosts Crosstown Express for dancing, 367 Cliffe Ave., 7 p.m. FMI: 250-334-4322. EVERGREEN Seniors Club Friday Night Dance with music by Amigos, Rotary Hall, Florence Filberg Centre, 7:30– 10:30 p.m. FMI: 250-338-1000, www.evergreenseniors.org.

Saturday, Feb. 25 C.V. FARMERS’ Market presents entertainment by Fiddlejam, Native Sons Hall, 360 Cliffe Ave., 9 a.m.–noon. FMI: Vickey 250.218-321, www. comoxvalleyfarmersmarket. com. KITTY CAT P.A.L. Society Adopt-A-Pal, Woofy’s, Ryan Rd. near Superstore, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. AND at Bosley’s Pet Food Plus, Guthrie Rd. near Quality Foods, 11 a.m.– 2 p.m. FMI: www.kittycatpals.com. COURTENAY Library presents lecture & visual presentation on Bears: What You Need to Know by Tyrone Danlock, drop-in 11 a.m. FMI: 250-3343369.. PROJECT Watershed invites local elders who remember Courtenay River Estuary prior to 1950 to contribute to a map of the estuary, CVRD Boardroom, 550 Comox Rd., 1–4:30 p.m. Elders’ input valuable to restoration strategies. If transportation needed, call 250-703-2871. COURTENAY Legion hosts Jam Session with dancing, 367 Cliffe Ave., 2–6 p.m. FMI: 250334-4322. COMOX Legion presents Pasta Friday ($7), 6–7:30 p.m.; Name That Tune with Donny & Valori, 8–10 p.m. No cover. FMI: Barb 259-339-9592. OLD TIME Fiddlers Branch 17 hosts Old Time Dance, Fallen Alders Community Hall, Royston, doors 7:30 p.m. Admission $7/adult, $1/child. FMI: Ed 250-339-6297.

Sunday, Feb. 26 KITTY CAT P.A.L. Society Adopt-A-Pal, Woofy’s, 2400 Cliffe Ave, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FMI: www.kittycatpals.com. GLACIER Grannies sponsor Scrabble at d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Ave., Comox, 1–4:30 p.m. Fun event for people of all skills. Admission by donation

Monday, Feb. 27 C.V. CHRONIC Pain Support Group hosts educational session Medication Management, C.V. Nursing Centre, Glacier Room, 615–10th St., 2–4 p.m. Free; patients can self-refer. FMI: 250-331-8504.

COMOX Seniors Association presents Gwen Spinks teaching Feldenkrais Method of movement, d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Ave., 3-3:55 p.m. Members $10/each class, guests $12. FMI: Arabella 250941-8885, arabella888@gmail. com. COMOX Seniors Association presents Gwen Spinks teaching Country 2-Step, d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Ave., 4–5 p.m. Singles welcome. Members $10/each class, guests $12. FMI: Arabella 250941-8885, arabella888@gmail. com. PLEASURE Craft Productions presents live improvised soap opera every Monday until end of April, King George Hotel, Cumberland, 7 p.m. By donation. C.V. CLOWN Club meets, Craft Room, Lewis Centre, 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 28 COMOX Seniors Association presents Pat Newson’s new program Eat & Drink Your Way to Health, d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Ave., 1–2:30 p.m. Focus: live foods & better health. Members $10/ session, guests $13 (3 sessions total); reservations required. FMI: Arabella 250-941-8885, arabella888@gmail.com.

Wednesday, Feb. 29 EVERGREEN Seniors Club BiAnnual Birthday Party with Hawaiian Vacation theme, Conference Hall, Florence Filberg Centre, 12–2 p.m. Tickets on sale at office. FMI: 250-3381000, www.evergreenseniors. org. ST. JOSEPH’S Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop March clearance sale, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Everything is half-price. COURTENAY Library presents Storytime for Adults: eat your lunch or knit while listening to stories being read aloud, 12–12:40 p.m. FMI: 250-3343369.

Thursday. March 1 ST. JOSEPH’S Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop March clearance sale, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Everything is half-price. Wed., Feb. 29 to Fri., March 2 — 10:00 to 4:00 Sat., March 3 — 10:00 to 1:00 COMOX Seniors Association presents Beginner Waltz with Ray Chesin, d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Ave., 3–4 p.m. Also Slow Foxtrot for Absolute Beginners 4:15–5:15 p.m. FMI: Arabella 250-941-8885, arabella888@gmail.com.

Friday, March 2 C.V. NEWCOMERS Women’s Walking Group (for those living in Comox Valley less than 2 years) meets for Royston Seaside & Wrecks walk; meet at Staples lot recycling area, 8:50 a.m. Carpool $2/ passenger. FMI: Maureen 250871-3337, Sue 250-898-8333, Brenda 250-871-3680, www. Cvnewcomers.net. ST. JOSEPH’S Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop March clearance sale, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Everything is half-price. WORLD DAY of Prayer for people of Malaysia, Comox Community Baptist Church, 125 Anderton Rd., 1:30 p.m. All welcome; tea to follow. FMI: 250-890-0531. EVERGREEN Seniors Friday Night Dance with music by Dan & Mark, Rotary Hall, Florence Filberg Centre, 7:30– 10:30 p.m. FMI: 250-338-1000, www.evergreenseniors.org.

Saturday, March 3 C.V. FARMERS’ Market with entertainment by Helen Austin, Native Sons Hall, 360 Cliffe Ave., Courtenay, 9 a.m.–noon. FMI: Vickey 250-218-321, www.comoxvalleyfarmersmarket.com. OCEAN Waves Square Dance Club Rainbow Dance with callers Fran & Roger Archambault & cuers Lorna & Carmen Corbet, Florence Filberg Centre, 7:30–10 p.m. FMI: Cathy or Guy 250-338-7942.

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Photographer earns national accreditation Impact, creativity, style, composition, technique and storytelling all considered Award-winning photographer Karen McKinnon of McKinnon Photography has been recognized with another accreditation from the Professional Photographers of Canada. She is well known in the Comox Valley for her contribution to the community and her connection with clients. Accreditation is the first elevation above general membership in the prestigious organization, achieved by submitting samples of the applicant’s photography to a board of

THIS RECENT ENGAGEMENT session photographed by Karen McKinnon was applauded by the Professional Photographers of Canada. PHOTO BY KAREN MCKINNON

Herbal products supplier in Cumberland Harmonic Arts Botanical Dispensary, a supplier of herbal products, has opened at the newly-restored Marrochi’s heritage building in Cumberland. The business offers a large spectrum of health enhancing prod-

ucts including organic herbs, spices, artisan tea blends, extracts, super foods and books. It also supports the growth of businesses and the community. Co-owner Yarrow Willard’s goal is to contribute to the shift

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Membership kickoff A networking group designed for young professionals is throwing its first membership kickoff event 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at Crown Isle. Young Professionals Comox Valley aims to promote social interaction and help professional development of future leaders. Keynote speaker is Don Sharpe, director of business operations and marketing at Mount Washington Alpine Resort. For more information, e-mail membership@YPComoxvalley. com or visit www.facebook.com/YPComoxValley.

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NOTICE OF WAIVER OF PUBLIC HEARING AMENDMENTS TO THE ZONING BYLAW The following proposed Bylaw No 1710 has received Second Reading by the Town of Comox Council. In accordance with Section 890(4) of the Local Government Act, Council has waived the requirement for a Public Hearing on the proposed Bylaw. Council will consider Third Reading and Adoption of proposed Bylaw No. 1710 at the March 7th, 2012 Regular Council Meeting at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 1801B Beaufort Avenue (top floor of Dusty’s Den).

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A Copy of proposed Bylaw No. 1710 along with Zoning Bylaw 1377 and other information relevant to the proposed Bylaw are available for public inspection at the Town Hall, 1809 Beaufort Avenue, Comox, B.C. between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, excepting Statutory Holidays from the date of the publication of this Notice up to and including March 7th, 2012. Persons wishing to request to appear as a delegation may do so by mail to 1809 Beaufort Avenue, Comox, B.C. V9M 1R9, by fax to 250-339-7110, or by e-mail to council@comox.ca as long as the request: 1. is received before noon on March 1st, 2012; 2. is addressed to the Deputy Corporate Administrator; 3. references the bylaw under consideration; and 4. includes the name and address of the person wishing to appear as a delegation. Each such person is solely responsible to ensure that their request is received on time. Persons wishing to make written submissions in advance of the March 7, 2012 Council Meeting may do so by mail to 1809 Beaufort Avenue, Comox, B.C. V9M 1R9, by fax to 250-339-7110, or by e-mail to council@comox.ca, as long as the submission: 1. is received before 4:00 p.m. on March 7th, 2012; 2. is addressed to Mayor and Council; 3. identifies the bylaw under consideration in the subject line of a letter or email; and 4. includes the name and address of the person making the submission. Each such person is solely responsible to ensure that their submission is received on time. The Town will not issue any acknowledgement of receipt of such submissions.

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

Stand up to the tax guzzlers There are some things that are hard to understand, and one of them is gas prices at the pump. In Sooke, for example, the price of a litre of gasoline can change from hour to hour. One day while driving along Sooke Road, one way the price of gas was $1.10/litre and coming back the other way within a very short time it was $1.22/litre. Now we understand that the price per barrel fluctuates and the price at the pump is reflective of that — but come on, a 12-cent difference in an hour and then it goes down the next day? The price always seems to rise just before the weekend or a long weekend when people want to go places. It feels like gouging and it is. We need to drive in our area, as the buses do not come every 10 minutes and many of us live in more rural areas. The same with folks who live in the Interior of the province. Gas companies use all manner of excuses. Some are valid. The province and the feds take a portion via taxes, and you can be sure every penny counts there. Just try calculating what a penny per litre adds up to. The federal government takes 10 cents/ litre in tax and the province takes a whopping 20.06 cents/litre plus five per cent for a total of 31.56 cents/litre. In the Yukon the total taxes for gasoline amount to 17 cents/litre. Huh? If Premier Christy Clark wants to make life easier for working families, then lower the tax on gas. This would help in more ways than just the gas put into the family sedan; it would impact transport and heating fuel and delivery of goods. It’s time we stood up to these tax guzzlers and oil companies who fleece us every chance they get. We could do something if the will was Sooke News Mirror there.

Record Question of the Week This week: Two-thirds of respondents think it’s time to revisit the idea of building a bridge from Vancouver Island to the Lower Mainland. Next week: Are you excited about the prospect of more shopping choices at CAYET? Visit www.comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote in the Poll. For the second straight year, Comox District Co-op members will receive more than $400,000 in cash this spring, with cheques ranging from $60 to $7,000.

Taxpayers just keep getting hammered — by the B.C. government in its budget and by a 10-percent hike to pay for Courtenay garbage pickup.

‘Waking nightmare’ looming? Dear editor, James Powsey’s letter to the editor on Feb. 17 was the best letter I have read so far regarding the proposed Raven Coal mine. Mr. Powsey’s letter was eloquent and entirely from the heart. There are many people in the Valley actively working to stop this insane project from proceeding. We have attended dozens of meetings, written thousands of comments and letters, generated dozens of professional reports and yet we still feel like the decisions regarding something so toxic to our way of life are not ours to make. What motivates us to work so hard? It certainly isn’t money. It’s love. Love of this place, of the bounty nature bestows upon us every day, of our wild places, our ocean, our locally grown food, and especially the love of our children and a sincere hope to leave them something good for their future. The people who would mine the Comox Valley know nothing of this place except that it is an opportunity to make money, with no regard for the consequences. The lost opportunities in the Valley would far exceed the potential jobs created by the mines. I had no idea that the community of Campbell River went through the same waking nightmare we are currently experiencing in 1981. Residents of Campbell River were appalled when they heard news of the proposed Quinsam Coal mine. Despite widespread public opposition, supported by Colin Gabelmann, their MLA at the time, and many submissions from 36 organizations, as well as the mayor and council of Campbell River, at a formal Public Inquiry, the Quinsam mine was issued a permit. Stephen Rogers, the Minister of Environment at the time,

acknowledged the public opposition but stated “that’s not the only criterion we’re going to use.” In 2010, Dr. William Cullen, a respected scientist from UBC, conducted an environmental investigation in the Quinsam watershed, including Long Lake beside the mine workings. Dr. Cullen’s research found arsenic levels in Long Lake as high as 630 ppm. (B.C. provincial guidelines are 11 ppm in sensi-

What motivates us to ❝ work so hard? It certainly isn’t money. It’s love. Love of this place, of the bounty nature bestows upon us every day, of our wild places, our ocean, our locally grown food, and especially the love of our children and a sincere hope to leave them something good for their future.

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tive aquatic habitats). More frightening, experiments showed that mussels in the lake were absorbing the arsenic in their tissues. Dr. Cullen stated that the Quinsam mine’s denial of the mine causing the heightened arsenic levels was “a gross distortion of fact.” Despite this non-compliance, in January 2012, Rich Coleman, the Minister of Energy and Mines, announced the granting of a permit to Quinsam to extend their mines 3.5 kms from the present site. If the Raven mine gets passed, there likely will be no environmental assessment done when they decide to expand to the Bear Project, which would be an open pit mine above Cumberland and Comox Lake, the major source of drinking water for Comox Valley citizens. The fact that Quinsam was

given another permit despite being in non-compliance should be a wake up call. Compliance has mineral tenures over 71,660 acres stretching from Fanny Bay to Black Creek. Once the beast is out of its cage, there will be no stuffing it back in. The project is going through an Environmental Assessment right now, but it is important to note that the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency and the B.C. Environmental Assessment Office seldom turn down projects, and once approved, these projects rarely get the scrutiny they deserve. There are not enough trained field staff in government to protect your water, your shellfish, and the species which will be impacted. I know there are thousands of people in the Comox Valley who are opposed to this mine. A total of 1,500 people showed up at public meetings held in Courtenay, Union Bay and Port Alberni. Well over 3,000 comments were submitted during the public comment period. We need public pressure. Lots of public pressure. Pick up some paper and a pen and write a letter to Christy Clark, MLA Don McRae, MP John Duncan, or Rich Coleman. Tell them from the heart why we don’t need coal mines. Be respectful; they have tough jobs to do, but they need to be convinced that it is in their best interest to not approve the mine. A hand-written letter has much more impact with government than an e-mail. Another idea is to stage an event. A talk, a rally, a dance, a parade, a flash dance, whatever gets people out and talking. Talk to your friends and neighbours, and spread the word far and wide. We live in paradise. Let’s keep it that way. Lynne Wheeler, Fanny Bay

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COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Friday, February 24, 2012

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THESE TWO DOGS are at the centre of a controversy in Black Creek.

Dog owners must be wary Dear editor, Re: ‘Gentle giants’ at centre of dog attack disagreement. This article certainly left more questions than answers. Sadly, no one really knows what happened, as it appears it wasn’t witnessed. I do have to point out though, this is yet another example of why dog owners need to be diligent. Here we have a dog injured and two others who may be euthanized and it was all very preventable. As a groomer, trainer, Canine Good Neighbour evaluator, and a longtime advocate for responsible dog ownership, I have to point out that it is very obvious even in the sparse details of the article that there was a history of what is called fence fighting between these dogs, hence the need to install double fencing. If the two owners had addressed the situation with a trainer, or better yet never left their dogs out unattended as well as addressing this with a trainer, this whole mess could have been avoided. I would tend to hold both owners equally responsible. The part of this article that says it is logically impossible that the smaller terrier could have

crawled through the fence was made by someone who may not understand dogs, drive, or fence fighting. It is actually entirely possible. Clearly the little terrier was not avoiding the other dogs if it was close enough to be dragged through, or if it crawled through. I strongly suspect it was engaging in aggressive fence running behaviour and that so were the two larger dogs. Just because it was the smaller dog does not mean that it was the victim of bullying in the altercation, it may very well have been an equal participant and simply lost the fight. It’s quite unfortunate that the humans involved didn’t work together to address the issue or at least simply not leave their dogs out without careful supervision. I’m not trying to make these owners feel bad — clearly both are already upset, but I do hope others will learn from this. Angela Gilbert, Courtenay

agree that access and parking for these small businesses are equally to blame for a downturn in business. With such narrow streets, and parallel parking being a challenge to many drivers, it is little

wonder that many Comox Valley shoppers prefer the big box stores with their easy access and vast parking lots. Like many others, I avoid shopping downtown unless absolutely necessary.

I recall several years ago reading that Courtenay council had approved a plan to turn Fifth Street into a one-way street leading up from the bridge. Whatever happened to that plan? It makes perfect

Courtenay got what it wanted Dear editor, Once upon a time, there was a quiet town nestled between the Salish Sea and the Queneesh Glacier. It was a robust and healthy town (Bryant Cycle, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, Laver’s Department store, Rexall, Crosby’s Jewellers, Searle’s Shoes, Finlayson’s Appliance, Eaton’s Department store, Peter’s Sporting Goods, Francis Jewellers, E.W. Bickle Theatre, Sears, Leung’s Grocery). Nevertheless, the mayor and councillors diligently worried and fretted over its future. One evening as the debate proceeded, a stranger spoke. “My name is Urr Bansprall and I am a man of magical powers. I will grant this town one wish. But, you best be careful what you wish for.” Immediately, the mayor shouted out, “I know what our wish will be! We want our town to have growth!” All the councillors roared their approval. For decades that followed, successive mayors and councillors were beside themselves with pride. As more people moved

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into the Valley, more land was opened up to new and shiny subdivisions. Large retail stores (Home Depot, Walmart, Costco, Thrifty, Rexall, Quality Foods) lined up to await their

development permit approval. Then one evening, the mayor, uncharacteristically, bemoaned the plight of the city. “We are losing our downtown core. We

have three gaping empty lots; we have three businesses closing; the Fifth Street bridge looks ugly!” To be continued... M.D. McArthur, Comox Valley

sense to have these narrow streets as oneway, up on Fifth and down on Sixth, allowing for angle parking on the left-hand side on Fifth. This would alleviate the present backlog of vehicles waiting while others attempt to parallel park. It would also provide additional parking, as angled parking takes less space than parallel parking. Again, whatever happened to this logical plan to improve access to the downtown core? Dave Godfrey, Union Bay

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Halibut change doesn’t seem fair Dear editor, I am neither a commercial or recreational fisher, but as someone who enjoys eating fish, I have been following the debates regarding halibut allocations. Scott Stanfield’s article (Record, Feb. 22) seems biased and misdirecting. The split 85 per cent commercial and 15 per cent recreational is a three-per-cent change overall. Previously the split was 88/12. However, it actually represents a 25-percent increase of the recreational sector’s total allowable catch. And this increase is not enough? (Imagine a 25-per-cent “gift” increase in your salary — woohoo!) So there are 100,000 recreational halibut fishermen in Canada, but what about the other 30 million people, like myself, who can’t afford a boat, or an $800-per-day charter trip? Recreational fishing is an elitist sport. I disagree with the taking of quota from the commercial fishermen, who make a living fishing and feed the masses with their catch. The recreational fishermen are doing it for a hobby, and have overfished their total allowable catch year after year. This year it was 270,000 pounds over without repercussions. The most important thing is responsibility and conservation of the resource so we can all enjoy halibut in Chelsea Johnston the future.

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B.C. Conservatives need your help Dear editor, There has been a provincial Conservative Party since at least 1903, which held power for 13 years until 1916. It was very active for most of the first half of the 20th century, forming the government several times, and had as an MLA none other than W.A.C. Bennett from 1941 till 1949. In 2010, lifelong conservative John Cummins was elected leader and a new resurgence of the party has followed. The provincial party is in no way affiliated with the Conservative Party of Canada. The Conservative Party of British Columbia depends entirely on donations and support from British Columbians who are increasingly frustrated with a Liberal Government that seems to be drifting from one crisis to

another with no one at the helm. A government that could institute the HST in three months but takes years to eliminate the same. A government which either has no plan for job creation or fails to inform the public of its intentions, but allows civil servants to lavish each other with “recognition gifts.” We should be so lucky. It seems the NDP is no better. They wish to take us back to the 1990s, or is it back to the future? Who can tell? If like thousands of other British Columbians you are tired of the same old parties

rearranging the seating in the legislature, why not support a new leader with a clear and concise path forward for the citizens of our

great province? I urge everyone to get involved in our future, support the party of your choice with your dollars and

your time if possible. We deserve a new approach with new ideas and a great vision. Phillip Parmley, Courtenay

Thanks to local bus drivers Dear editor, This is a Valentine to the local bus drivers. As a transit user for the past six years I have been very impressed with the service, the smiles and the friendliness shown by the drivers. Despite having schedules to adhere to and traffic to deal with, they take time

to say hello and exchange a few pleasant words with their passengers. A few go out of their way to be especially kind and considerate to folks

experiencing challenges of one kind or another. Thank you to all of our drivers. Your riders appreciate you. Linda Deschamps, Courtenay

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There’ll never be another George. To call George Sawchuk a unique character is an understatement 100 miles wide. But he was a logger, artist, philosopher and friend to all. He loved to talk and share a glass of whiskey. He was generous, humble and often funny. George Sawchuk’s wood sculptures have graced galleries in Washington, D.C., the University of B.C. and in the Comox Valley. In 2008 he received the honorary title of Valley Treasure from the Comox Valley Community Arts Council and one of the small galleries in the Comox Valley Art Gallery (CVAG) was given his name. On Feb. 2, the 85-year old died in his sleep at his Fanny Bay home. A short tribute to Sawchuk will be given at CVAG by former curator Tony Martin on March 9 at 7:30 p.m. A gathering for family and friends will be held this summer. I discovered George Sawchuk’s Wacky Woods by accident. As I strolled along a Fanny Bay trail, a wooden sign saying Bus Stop persuaded me to take a less-travelled path. As more carvings — frequently adorned with sinks, clocks, mirrors and other objects — appeared I felt like a modern-day version of Alice in Wonderland after she tumbled down the rabbit hole. After walking some distance I heard opera music and through the trees glimpsed a large garden and modest house. I was too shy to go closer but spotted a small tablet and pencil and scribbled, “I don’t know who you are, but this is wonderful!” Born in Kenora, Ont., in 1927, Sawchuk wasn’t one of those youngsters that displayed a talent for art an early age. He put in 30 years first, as a logger, fisherman and construction worker. Then lived a decade of pain after his leg was crushed in an industrial accident. Relief came in 1968 when, as Sawchuk put it, “They bucked it off.” A disability pension provid-

ed time to visit the library. He started reading about Picasso and thinking about art. In a 2008 interview he said, “Then a fellow that owed me money gave me a chainsaw. All of a sudden I had time, a saw and a guaranteed income.” The urge to create was strong. But Sawchuk wanted to do something truly Canadian. So he took his chainsaw into the back of his North Vancouver property and began carving. His neighbour, artist Ian Baxter, noticed. Within 10 years Sawchuk had received a Canada Council grant, was elected to the Royal Academy of Arts and had sculptures in the Art Bank of the

George was a ❝ very genuine person, not pretentious at all. And he had an incredibly intuitive way of creating art. Tony Martin

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Canada Council. In 1974, Sawchuk and wife, Pat Helps, bought four acres in Fanny Bay. They cleared the land by hand, tilled a huge vegetable patch and built a house. Then Sawchuk got to work on the rear of the property, clearing little paths and carving sculptures. Eventually his artistic work wandered over the property line onto Crown land. Government officials told Sawchuk to remove his work but a public outcry and impressive show of support from the arts community resulted in the demands being dropped and the area becoming a park. And so Sawchuk’s work became not only truly Canadian, but also truly public art. Martin has known Sawchuk as friend and artist since 1979. “A bunch of us used to get together and go down to George and Pat’s on a regular basis,” he says. “George would talk and tell stories and Pat would make sure everyone was comfortable and had everything they needed. “George was a very genuine

person, not pretentious at all,” continues Martin. “And he had an incredibly intuitive way of creating art. He used everyday tools to carve, embellishing the pieces with found objects to create vignettes. “I was really pleased that CVAG could provide permanent recognition for him through one of the galleries.” “A question often asked in the realm of public art is what do artists bring to public art that architects and landscape artists don’t?” says artist Ed Varney. “I think the answer to that question is whimsy. “George’s art had that clever sense of humour and we are so lucky to have his Wacky Woods as a public venue. People don’t always agree with the sentiment of George’s work but they love that site.” In later years, a bum knee and asthma made it increasingly difficult for Sawchuk to get around. As well as looking after the house, yard and garden, Pat provided refreshments for the frequent visitors and nursed Sawchuk in his last months. “She was a real mainstay for him,” says Martin. “She was always there looking after whatever needed to be done.” The weeks after Sawchuk’s death people were tramping through his Wacky Woods, not minding the muddy ground or dripping leaves. Although the public art is still there for everyone to see, enjoy and touch free of charge, like all living entities, it is changing. Trees decay and topple, bark grows over mirrors and bits of metal rust. But just like Sawchuk, the memory of its magical presence will live on in the hearts of all who have known the man and experienced his art. “You can’t get more Canadian than George,” noted Comox Valley Community Arts Council director Robert Moon upon presenting Sawchuk with the inaugural CVCAC Valley Treasure Award. “He spent the first half of his life cutting down trees and the second half paying homage to them with his provocative sculptures. He is a true Valley icon.”

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Hagen, quartet collaborating on two masterpieces Passion, contemplaFrom the Comox tion and sheer beau- Valley, pianist Hagen ty — with an intense has been heard in conprogram of two musi- cert halls and on the cal masterpieces, the airwaves to critical Emily Carr String acclaim throughout Quartet and pianist North America and Sarah Hagen take to Europe. the Sid Williams TheSince her move last atre stage March 3. summer to an artist loft The evening will in one of Vancouver’s begin with Dmitri most vibrant neighShostakovich’s String bourhoods, Hagen has Quartet become No. 8, a deeply Some of the brooding involved and mel- most intensely w i t h a n c h o l i c driven and elointricate w o r k projects reflecting quently passionate i n s p i r e d the com- playing I have by urban p o s e r ’ s heard in some vitality. dedication: Hightime. It was a In Rememlights of brance of musical experience her 2012 the Vic- unlikely soon to be s e a s o n tims of forgotten. include an Fa s c i s m evocative Music in Victoria production and War. C o m onstage posed in 1960, this with Ballet Victoria most-beloved of all his and a new Pro’ject quartets was written Sound exposition with while Shostakovich photographers from was in Dresden, deep- Howe Sound. ly moved by seeing Co-presented by the the remnants of the Sid Williams Theatre, destruction that hap- the performance begins pened during the Sec- at 7:30 p.m. Sid Wilond World War. liams Theatre Society Also on the program members are offered is Robert Schumann’s a price of $19. Tickmasterwork, his Piano ets are $38 (regular), Quintet Opus 44. One $35 (senior), $19 (ages of the greatest pieces 33 and under/SWTS in the chamber music members). repertory, the Quintet For more informais a feast of colour, vir- tion, visit www.sidwiltuosity, and poetry. liamstheatre.com, or PIANIST SARAH HAGEN and the Emily Carr String Quartet perform March 3 at the Sid The Emily Carr call 250-338-2430. String Quartet has — Sarah Hagen Williams Theatre. quickly established itself as one of B.C.’s finest music ensembles, renowned for its passionate and inspiring performances. “Some of the most intensely driven and eloquently passionate playing I have heard in some time. It was a musical experience unlikely soon to be forgotten.” (Music in Victoria). Formed in 2006 by members of the Victoria Symphony, the Emily Carr String Quartet has gone on to performances in the U.S., Europe and Asia. Their strong affiliation with Turkish composer Adnan Saygun resulted in an invitation to perform at the Ankara Music Festival’s 100th Anniversary of the birth of Adnan Saygun in February 2007. The quartet’s interpretation of Saygun’s Third String Quartet garnered praise Location: Best Western Plus, The Westerly Hotel & Convention Centre, from audiences and Ballroom esteemed Turkish composer Muammer Sun. The ECSQ recently recorded Saygun’s first quartet on its new CD Hidden Treasure, which was released in November 2011.

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Guthrie’s not perfect – and he’s just fine with that Erin Haluschak

Guthrie explained having success at a local level along with creating music without the constraints of a major record label allows him to explore his creativity and craft. “I’m really feeling quite grateful that I don’t have to answer to anyone, and that it’s been working; I can maintain my core values,” he noted. He said the songs on Routes & Blu came about in a variety of ways, with

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LUKE BLU GUTHRIE is hosting a CD release show at the Flying Canoe West Coast Pub in Courtenay on March 31 with special guests. PHOTO BY DAVID PROTHERO

Luke Blu Guthrie is learning to embrace imperfection. And the local singer/songwriter admitted not striving for absolute perfection gives him an interesting authenticity on his latest release, Routes & Blu. “This record was made in about three days, the vocals, guitar and bass were cut live. There’s certain limitations imposed with budgets and time restrictions that make sure your craft is truly honed,” said Guthrie. “Am I a perfectionist by nature? No — but I wish I was,” he added with a slight grin. Cumberland’s Corwin Fox engineered the album, which Guthrie explained was the perfect fit. “He’s very open-minded, and makes music for the joy of it; he’s not trying to make it commercial and he’s willing to try different things,” said the Comox Valley-raised musician. Jim Guthrie (no relation) adds standup bass, local music teacher and singer Jenn Forsland adds vocals and Anela Kahiamoe also contributes to the album with electric bass. Guthrie noted the disc has “a bit of continuation socially,” from his selftitled debut release, but added the compositions on Routes & Blu have matured. “There’s a lot of lessons to be learned, but (the disc) still maintains a bit of roughness. I really wanted to follow my instinct, and locally, it’s been really successful,” he said. “It validates my instinct on what people are willing to put money on.”

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some having strong social motivations. Guthrie explained that Tough Getting Up was written following a meeting last year at the Filberg Centre, which he attended for information and action for the proposed Raven Underground Coal Mine. “A woman turned around who was sitting ahead of me and recognized me as a musician. She told me, ‘You’ve got to do something about this,’” he said. Guthrie used his songwriting ability to create lyrics such as, “It’s tough getting up/when you’re being held down.” The track Canadian Clearly may seem on the surface to be “a nice Canadian tune,” explained Guthrie, but said the song blends his love for

the country while recognizing the confused nature of our culture. During a visit to the southern United States to visit his family this fall, Guthrie noted the trip allowed him to think about his own background and how values get distorted. “Although most of the tunes were written before the trip, it definitely affected the overall tone,” he said. “With the album, I want to catch people on a primal level.” Following local success, particularly on the heels of a Songwriter of the Year nomination by the Vancouver Island Music Awards, Guthrie admitted his next step is breaking through the larger music scene within the province and country. “I’m trying to step out from the south coast and establish myself as an independent Canadian artist. It’s about paying dues, compromises and sacrifices; it’s all part of the game,” he said. Although Guthrie noted it has been a struggle, he said his local success is what makes creating music worthwhile. “As easy as it is to get discouraged, I already feel very successful. In many ways, many of my dreams of doing what I do have come to be. I’m not really interested in being a rock star,” he added. Routes & Blu is available for purchase at Bop City in Courtenay and is also available on iTunes. Guthrie is hosting a CD release show at the Flying Canoe West Coast Pub in Courtenay on March 31 with special guests. For more information, visit www.lukebluguthrie.com. photos@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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Women performing jazz With International Women’s Day falling on a Thursday, the Georgia Straight Jazz Society thought there was no better way to salute the day than by presenting a fourth Women of Jazz concert. As with the previous concerts, this March 8 event at the Elks hall in Courtenay is a fundraiser for the Comox Valley Transition Society. Three of the Valley’s most popular, talented and exciting vocalists — Dale Graham, Jenn Forsland and Wendy Nixon Stothert — will be featured. During the evening they will introduce five up-and-coming young vocalists from two of the Valley high schools, Vanier and Mark Isfeld. Dale Graham is best known for her solo vocals with local group Indigo Jazz, as well as being a member of the women’s jazz quartet

Swing Set. Fellow Swing Set member Jenn Forsland fronts the Jenn Forsland Group, directs the Celebration Singers, and teaches music privately and in the schools. The third vocalist, Wendy Nixon Stothert, also a member of the fabulous Swing Set, has been teaching music in the school system for 14 years. A fourth featured musician is Rachel Fuller on saxophone. The young women who will join Dale, Jenn, Wendy and Rachel are Alyssa Dawe and Christina Demeo of Mark Isfeld and Kaitlyn Card, Tonja Maslin and Jenna Spowart of Vanier. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. — Georgia Straight Jazz Society

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Hotel. Tickets at Bop City, the Waverley or by phoning 250-336-8322. Doors open at 9:30 p.m. PACIFIC DISTURBANCE presents tribute to late bandmate Jerry (Lazer) Leet at Mex Pub.

Saturday, March 3 SARAH HAGEN and EMILY CARR STRING QUARTET at Sid Williams Theatre, 7:30 p.m. FMI: www.sidwilliamstheatre.com or 250-3382430. PACIFIC DISTURBANCE presents tribute to late bandmate Jerry (Lazer) Leet at Mex Pub.

Sunday, March 4 COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY presents Pina at Rialto Theatre, 5 p.m. Tickets at CVAG. FMI: 250-338-6211

Wednesday, March 7 MARK ISFELD SENIOR CONCERT BAND, jazz band and choir perform at fundraiser in the school gym, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. FMI: Wayne Kuhnert at 250-334-2428 or Kevin Toone at 250-8718770.

Thursday, March 8 GEORGIA STRAIGHT JAZZ SOCIETY presents Women of Jazz, Elks hall, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, March 9 COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY holds opening reception for CVAG/CVCAC Members Show, Diverse Approaches to Watercolours, From the Treasure Box. 7 to 9 p.m. Awards at 8. Free event. FMI: 250-338-6211

Wednesday, March 14 COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY presents ART 21: PBS Documentary Film Series and Discussion. Free or by donation, 3:30-4:30 p.m. FMI: 250-338-6211.

Thursday, March 15 STEVEN PAGE and CRAIG NORTHEY at Sid Williams Theatre. FMI: www.sidwilliamstheatre.com or 250338-2430.

Saturday, March 17 BANFF MOUNTAIN FILMS RADICAL REELS at Sid Williams Theatre. FMI: www. sidwilliamstheatre.com or 250-338-2430. COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY free tours and art making. FMI: 250-338-6211.

Sunday, March 18 VANCOUVER ISLAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA at Sid Williams Theatre. FMI: www. sidwilliamstheatre.com or 250-338-2430. COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY presents film Coriolanus at Rialto Theatre, 5 p.m. FMI: 250-338-6211

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RYAN McMAHON and CRAIG CARDIFF at Joe’s Garage. Kitchen opens at 6:30 p.m., show starts at 8:30 p.m. FMI: ryanmcmahon.com. VICTORIA BC SKA SOCIETY presents Tribute to Sublime Island Style, Bridge Lounge in Courtenay. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. Tickets at 133 Skateshop, Suntastic, the Bridge Lounge and ticketweb.ca. FLYING DEBRIS at Flying Canoe West Coast Pub, 9 to midnight.

COMOX VALLEY CAMERA CLUB presents Imagefest 2012 at Sid Williams Theatre. FMI: www.sidwilliamstheatre.com or 250-338-2430. COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY presents Art Talk with Tony Martin, Clive Powsey and Gordon Greenhough, 2 to 3 p.m. Free or by donation. FMI: 250-338-6211.

Saturday, Feb. 25 METROPOLITAN OPERA live at Rialto Theatre. FMI: 250338-5502.

Wednesday, Feb. 29 COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY short film/discussion, 3:30-4:30 p.m., free or by donation. FMI: 250-3386211.

Friday, March 2 DELHI 2 DUBLIN at Waverley

Friday, March 30 BALLET VICTORIA at Sid Williams Theatre. FMI: www. sidwilliamstheatre.com or 250-338-2430.

Saturday, March 31 LUKE GUTHRIE hosts CD release party at Flying Canoe West Coast Pub. FMI: www. lukebluguthrie.com.

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Met is returning to Rialto Theatre This Saturday, the Rialto Theatre features Verdi’s Ernani live from New York’s Metropolitan Theatre. Verdi’s operas are full of drama, love and passion, and Verdi’s music is as excellent as the libretti. Angela Meade takes centre stage in this thrilling gem. Marcello Giordani and Roberto DeBiasio share the role of her mismatched

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PEOPLE BY THE SOUND ACROSS 1 Peter the Great, e.g. 5 Actor Haas 10 Illuminated like 1890s streets 16 Criminalize 19 Make sharp 20 Carne — (Mexican steak dish) 21 Mysterious matters 22 “So that’s it!” 23 Senior Manilow? 25 One looking for Bridges? 27 Monte —, Monaco 28 Not difficult 30 Car grille protector 31 “Goodness!” 32 Dillon in a headlock? 37 Head of monks 39 “My gal” of song 40 Stu of early TV 42 Magazine printings 45 Pepsi, e.g. 49 “CD” part 52 Severinsen living in San Francisco? 54 Inner self, to Jung 56 Cartoonist Addams 58 Pod veggie 59 Off. aides 60 One jumping over Rains? 63 EMT’s treatment 65 Uses 66-Across, say 66 Dental care brand 67 Gets rid of while snoozing 73 Melodious Murray 74 Brought before Crane? 77 Pastry bag wielder 78 Gain much knowledge 80 Felt regretful about 81 El — (Cher’s California birthplace) 83 Java, for one: Abbr. 84 Fisher standing atop a stack of sacks? 86 Exit an egg 90 Java locale 93 Stepped on it 94 Boat-lifting device 95 Pickford acting too quickly? 98 Perplexed 100 Fiddle duet? 101 Prophecy giver 102 Grinders 104 3-D med. scan 106 Sour plums 108 Endeavor by Borgnine?

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Just about everything’s greener in verdant Tofino Ann Britton Campbell

“wild groceries” (berries, leaves and the like) that the aboriginal people have harvested for centuries. She stops to dig a tiny licorice fern out of a mossy tree cleft with her pocketknife and hands me Tic-Tac-sized pieces of the green root to suck on. “I was sick with a cold and a friend brought me this — best medicine ever,” Martin says. Later, I’m thinking I’ve found the best remedy for stress ever as a steady stream of warm oil flows out of a copper vessel onto my head and through my hair. The cascading oil is part of the Sacred Stone Spa’s Ayurvedic Shirodhara treatment, a western interpreta-

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TOFINO – “It was one of those two-bottles-of-wine ideas,” admits George Patterson, owner of Tofino Botanical Gardens, a lush, five-hectare sanctuary of gardens, forest and shoreline on the remote west coast of Vancouver Island. Patterson and I are huddled in a cedarshingle shelter in the gardens, escaping a downpour that turns the surrounding evergreens, moss, salal, and other vegetation a deeper shade of green. Experiencing the local green is what drew me to Tofino – not only the verdant landscape of this coastal temperate rain forest, but also the green philosophy that infuses much of Tofino’s tourism industry. Patterson’s wineinspired idea—to offer a kind of adult environmental camp in the hostel-cum-researchcentre in his gardens— is a fine example of the local passion. While I’m all for living in environmentally appropriate ways, when it comes to vacations I like my luxury. And so I opt to stay at the eco-savvy Pacific Sands Resort, where beachfront villas boast low-flow toilets, beams made from timber killed by mountain pine beetles and a geothermal system that draws energy naturally stored just below the earth’s surface to heat the villas and provide hot water. “Environmental practices are just a regular part of living here,” says Dave Pettinger, director of the resort’s operations. Pettinger is always on the lookout for promising green technologies and is open to considering wind and tidal power in the future. I ask if

The cascading oil is part of the ❝ Sacred Stone Spa’s Ayurvedic Shirodhara treatment, a western interpretation of an ancient Indian health practice that, truth be told, sounded like Chinese water torture when I first heard about it. In fact, it’s a deeply soothing experience.

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tion of an ancient Indian health practice that, truth be told, sounded like Chinese water torture when I first heard about it. In fact, it’s a deeply soothing experience. Like the treatment, this unassuming spa is a delightful discovery, thanks to its Asia-inspired interior and ecofriendly approach that includes an organic product line and all-encompassing recycling.

Even the half-a-kilogram or so of sesame oil used in my Shirodhara treatment will be recycled into biodiesel to power vehicles. Imagine, used massage oil replacing fossil fuel. Bet that was a two-bottles-of-wine idea. Access For more information on travel to Tofino visit the Tourism British Columbia website at www.hellobc.com.

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solar energy might also be in the cards. “In Tofino? Not so much,” he says with a laugh. Ah yes, given that Tofino has measurable precipitation 202 days a year, sun energy is scarce. A torrent of that precipitation is falling as I pull on raingear for a soggy hike to Tonquin Beach with Gisele Martin, a member of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nations and owner of Tla-ook Adventures. Along the way, Martin points out various

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Valley talent poised for playoffs Record Staff Four of the Comox Valley’s top basketball players at the university level are heading into their respective playoffs Feb. 24-25 and March 1-3. “We can be proud that the basketball heritage we have here in Courtenay and Comox continues with stellar play by Ryan MacKinnon (Highland), Calvin Westbrook (G.P. Vanier), Keenan Milburn (Isfeld) and Tyler Olsen (Isfeld),” said longtime Vanier coach Larry Street. MacKinnon played superman this past Friday when his University of Victoria Vikings hosted the UBC Thunderbirds in their last regular season league game ... one that determined who would be in first place and host playoff games and who would have to travel. By all accounts, the game will go into the UVic history books as one of the best basketball games ever played at McKinnon Gym. A packed house of over 2,200 fans witnessed the Vikes defeat UBC 90-83, with a spectacular three-pointer by MacKinnon with 14 seconds left to play breaking an 83-83 tie. That was only the icing on the cake for MacKinnon, who ended with 23 points, four key rebounds, five breathtaking assists, and four timely steals while having only a one-minute rest break. “You could see the fire in Ryan’s eyes,” Street said. “He was determined to do well. He also was honoured before the game as a fifth-year senior playing his last regular season home game.” The Vikings are ranked sixth in Canada and MacKinnon is the seventh best scorer in the nation, averaging 20 points per game. The Vikes host the Calgary Dinos this weekend in a bestof-three quarter-final series starting Friday, Feb. 24, continuing Saturday, Feb. 25 (both

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RYAN MACKINNON DRIVES past his opponent in CIS action against UBC. games at 7 p.m.) with a third game if needed on Sunday at 2 p.m.

The primary point guard for the Dinos is fifth-year player Keenan Milburn who is look-

KEENAN MILBURN WAS honoured at Seniors Night.

ing forward to some hometown fans cheering him on against an old rival. Milburn was honoured at the Dinos’ Seniors Night last weekend. Meanwhile Westbrook, the captain and leader of the Trinity Western University Spartans, is poised for the playoffs too. His 15-point average and tenacious defence goes to Saskatoon to take on the University of Saskatchewan. “A tough match up, but remember that Calvin took his team to the national championship final last year and the Spartans are playoff savvy,” Street said. The fourth Valley boy gearing up for the playoffs is Vancouver Island University Mariners fourth-year player Tyler Olsen of Fanny Bay. The 6’6” forward leads the Ms to Vancouver for the B.C. Junior College Championships. “Tyler’s sisters Tiffany and Chelsey Olsen of the TWU Spartans women’s team, just missed the playoffs this year,” Street noted.

The Comox Valley Glacier Kings have been eagerly awaiting this. More specifically, head coach Jordan Butcher has been champing at the bit for his first playoff action in his inaugural season as head of the herd. What emotions were running through the young, soft-spoken coach? “Excited,” said Butcher of his first post-season action Tuesday night before hometown fans at the Comox Valley Sports Centre. “You wouldn’t believe how excited. We’re ready for this.” When a head coach exudes such poise, excitement and confidence, it is hoped the team will follow suit. In the case of the Glacier Kings, they followed their perennial leader and skated to a 7-3 win. Playing hockey that was reminiscent of their early season dominance, the Yetis came out guns ablaze in a full on attack for game one of their best-of-seven first round Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League series with the Kerry Park Islanders. Jake Newman opened the scoring for the visitors on the power play, but the Kings took over from there. Jackson Garrett carried over his regular season success against the Islanders and tallied twice in the opening frame, and Brian Rideout added another to make it 3-1. In the second, Mitch Ball netted a nifty goal in a period dominated by Cameron Large, who made 30 saves in the first two periods. In the third, Newman scored his second of the game before Rylan Ball, Lee Orpen and Adam Robertson lit the lamp to put the Isles away. Newman completed his hat trick late in the frame. Some might remember when Butcher was a spry youngster playing for the Icemen. Do those days of old help the head coach prepare for the playoffs now as a coach? “Well, those who can’t do, coach,” he quipped. Butcher and company were in Kerry Park last night for game two, with result unavailable at press time. The Yetis host game three tomorrow night at the Sports Centre. The puck drops at 7:30 and the game can be heard at www.glacierkings. ca.

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Sharpe hits podium A podium finish and high praise from a freeskiing legend awaited Cassandra Sharpe on Feb. 12 at the second stop of The North Face Park and Pipe Open Series at Northstar, California. Twenty thousand dollars in prize money was awarded to the top finishers, with James Campbell of Sugarloaf, Maine, and Yuki Tsubota of Whistler Blackcomb taking top honours in the park competition. Topping the podium in the pipe event was Kyle Smaine of Heavenly, California, and Sharpe of Comox. Semifinals and finals for the men’s and women’s pipe competition took place on Sunday in Northstar’s Olympic calibre, 22 foot tall, 510-foot long

superpipe, under perfect, sunny, blue sky conditions. On the women’s side of the pipe competition, Sharpe, a graduate of Highland Secondary, positioned herself on the top of the podium with a run consisting of a smooth right-side flair, the only invert attempted and landed by a female in the event, scoring herself a 77.00. Sharpe is sponsored by Rossignol, Scott and Swany. Maggie Stout of Blue Mountain, Ontario finished in second place with her very technical spins in both directions and consistent amplitude, scoring herself a 73.00. In third place was Abigale Hansen from Mammoth, CA earning a 69.60. “I was impressed with the up-coming

talent in the women’s field. I look forward to seeing the ladies take their runs to the next level of halfpipe skiing,” said judge and freeskiing legend Skogen Sprang. “Cassandra Sharpe showed she was not afraid to put it all on the line for the competition with her amplitude and inverted airs,” Sprang added.

The Cowichan Piggies handed the Comox Valley Kickers their first loss of the season 28-17 in BCRU Province Wide Third Division men’s action on the weekend, thereby gaining a measure of revenge for an earlier 44-0 defeat. The Kickers couldn’t get anything going as they repeatedly shot themselves in the foot. Coach Aaron Larrivee summed it up: “Even after penetrating their defensive line we suffered from loose support, dropped ball and bad choices.” In addition, the Kickers’ inability to consistently kick converts and penalties came back to haunt them. Comox Valley tries were scored by Mike Magee, Leigh Burley and Nathan Holley. Andy Hextall and newcomer Curtis Parker were chosen as Comox Valley Men of the Match. This Sunday, Feb. 26 (1 p.m., Cumberland Village Park) first place in the Island spring league will be on the line when the Kickers host Velox Valhallians

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SUPball taking pool by storm Record Staff Want to know how to play hockey on water? Drop by the Comox Valley Aquatic Centre tonight and find out during a demonstration of SUPball. With Stand-Up Paddling (SUP) one of the fastest growing sports in the world, the game of hockey on water has been played outdoors for some time. But local league organizers Stuart and Andrew Robin-

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son note theirs is the first indoor league in the world. Neophytes must first learn how to stand-up paddle, then they can learn to get the hang of swatting a volleyball with the paddle into a hockeysize net. It’s great for physical fitness, and safe as players do not go near the edge of the pool. The Robinsons invite those 16 years and over to drop by the pool at 8 p.m. tonight to learn more. sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Gypsy gives nod to Oak Bay The running shoes are revved up ...the offences and defences fine-tuned... and what is left is the drama of the Vancouver Island Junior Girls High School Basketball Championships at Isfeld Secondary. The tourney tipped off Thursday and continues Friday and Saturday. Joining the host Isfeld Ice are three teams from the Greater Victoria area, includ-

ing provincially ranked Oak Bay and Claremont, as well as Pacific Christian; Mid-Island rep Shawnigan Lake and three other North Island teams: Alberni, Kwalikum and Ballenas. Famous local soothsayer Gypsy Gertrude has dusted off her cracked crystal ball and has been kind enough to offer her pre-tournament predictions as follows: • Oak Bay - Top 4

B.C. ranked all year – book the ferry trip to the Provincials • Claremont Dheensaw runs the show and features the return of UVic/ Courtenay ex-player now coach Tara Gallaway – welcome home, Tara! • Ballenas - Smooth and quick and do not play like senior citizens from Parksville • Mark Isfeld- Talented, hard working, spirited girls but head coach runs out of gas in

Weather takes its toll at GG On Saturday, Feb. 18 about 60 Glacier Greens men went out to the course, but only 30 braved the weather. Hcp. 0-11: Low gross Barry Norris 73, Willie Oliver 75. Low net

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Last summer, Marine Harvest Canada’s salmon barbeque trailer cooked up over $8,000 of support for local charities from Comox to Port Hardy. We’re now looking ahead to 2012! Marine Harvest Canada is booking fundraising events for their barbeque trailer for the 2012 summer season. To read about our guidelines and application process, please visit www.MarineHarvestCanada.com. Deadline for application submission is March 7th, 2012. Thanks to the Real Canadian Superstore, Campbell River Boatland and Powerserve Energy Ltd. for their continued support of this initiative.

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Whalers fall 5-0 Kids’ v-ball to JAL Panthers starts tonight The Courtenay Whalers women’s hockey team headed to Port Alberni on Feb. 5 to play the JAL Panthers and came out on the wrong end of a 5-0 decision. The Panthers, being a very young and fast team, had the Whalers working hard. Both teams came out strong, playing a very high intensity game. Thirty seconds in, the Panthers received a crosschecking penalty which the Whalers could not capitalize on. Whalers’ goalie Nancy Sheilds was very busy at the other end of the rink and shut the door to keep the game scoreless at the end of the first. Things stayed that way until

halfway through the second period when the Panthers got a flukey bounce off a Whalers’ player in front of the net. The floodgates opened after that, with the Panthers pouring in three more goals in the second period. Even the strong play of Sheilds and her defensive corps couldn’t keep the Panthers’ forwards off the score sheet. The Whalers survived the storm in the third with only one goal against. Even though the Whalers’ forwards had plenty of chances they just could not put the puck past the Panthers’ goaltender. – Courtenay Whalers

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s with all fishing issues there is always a lot of bureaucratic fog put up by government decision makers when they look at the real issues considering the value of recreationally caught halibut to the people of Canada – the common property owners of the resource. I have just read a book called Oceana — Our Endangered Oceans by Ted Danson with Michael D’Orso. I submit it has some important messages for the people who manage and divide the halibut resource among recreational, First Nations and the commercial sector. The book has a world-wide perspective; while they use many American examples I suggest they also apply to our Canadian fisheries. Recreational fishing, Whit Fosburgh, page 91: “For millions of Americans, the mystery and anticipation associated with fishing in the ocean provides a very real and tangible connection with the natural world around us. Hunters and anglers were the original conservationists, fighting for public lands, environmental laws and game regulations to protect and restore the species they love to pursue. Today, saltwater recreational angling is a multibillion-dollar business, employing 400,000 people.” Gifting the lion’s

share of a common property resource (in this case Canadian halibut) to the commercial sector is a matter of public record. The federal government has just given 85 per cent of the international halibut allocation to the commercial sector. In simple arithmetic 436 Canadian commercial license holders, or just over one per cent of the fishermen, were gifted allocations to take 85 per cent of the resource. In the meantime, over 300,000 recreational anglers get 15 per cent of their own common property resource. This is not far off the 1% get 99% of sharing wealth on Wall Street that we hear so much about. There is another interesting analogy that needs examining – long distance management of the fishery. Ottawa is about 3,000 miles away from the west coast of Canada and the west coast of Africa is a few thousand miles away from the European Union. The European Union has over-fished its coastal waters and is searching the planet for fishing grounds for its huge subsidized commercial deepwater trawl fleet. They found pay dirt in the offshore and near shore waters off the west coast of Africa. Deals were made with coastal countries to fish their waters, and they were paid significant money for the privilege. In the meantime the local fishers who

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RECREATIONALLY CAUGHT HALIBUT produce considerable wealth for coastal B.C. Here, Smitty displays a nice fish. PHOTO BY RALPH SHAW fished in small boats soon discovered that all they could catch were very few small, undesirable fish. One fisherman put it as follows as he pointed at his empty boat: “Now the only thing we catch is water.” There is a tragic message in this fiasco. There have been boatloads of starving refugees from the west coast of Africa seeking refuge in Europe through the Canary

Islands. Not too long ago they made a subsistence living from their homeland marine waters fishing near shore in small boats. Note: the information for this paragraph came from pages 211 to 215 of Oceana. You might suggest it is a bit of a stretch to compare our halibut fishery to the problems of the developing countries, but I suggest it is an appropriate analogy. I would also like

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to know who owns the halibut licenses that get halibut quota and how many of them are foreign controlled. One thing is certain – under the current allocation the recreational anglers who fish the halibut grounds of the west coast of Canada will, by legislation, be allowed to only catch halibut about two thirds of the way through the season. Much has been made of the importance of keeping small coastal communities economically viable. Recreational fishing through guiding and tourism are important components of this mix. During the last federal election the Prime Minister, the Minister of Fisheries and our local Member of Parliament promised the recreational fishing sector that the allocation issue would be rectified. They have failed us.

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RALPH SHAW Maybe central governments far removed from the coast feel comfortable in making these unjust allocations in the same manner that countries bordering the west coast of Africa justify their misguided allocations of a common property resource. If we lose the con-

nection between people and the oceans that halibut angling provides, we lose a strong voice for conservation in coastal British Columbia. In these times of climate change and global warming we need all the vioces we can get. Ralph Shaw is a master fly fisherman who was awarded the Order of Canada in 1984 for his conservation efforts. In 20 years of writing a column in the Comox Valley Record it has won several awards.

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Dec. 19, 1938 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Feb. 20, 2012 After a lengthy battle with cancer, that went extra innings, our beloved Lockie, husband and dad, hit a grand slam and slid safely into home. Lachlan Ralph Mawhinney (Lock) passed away on February 20, 2012 in Courtenay, BC. He died at home in the loving arms of his wife Joanne of 48 years; and surrounded by his eight children. Lock is survived by his wife Joanne; brother Raymond (Maria); children Bridget (Richard), Andy (Laura), Shannon (Sergio), Shane (Robyn), Jayson, Jennifer (Lawrence), Susan, Darcy, and 11 grandchildren; Jordan, Jonah, Ocean, Aidan, Zhia, Isaac, Daniel, Ethan, Victoria, Owen, Aaron, and baby Mawhinney (due June 2012); one great-grandchild (Zachary) and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his daughter, Erin Colleen (1973), mother Marjorie (1978), and father Ralph (1988). Lock Mawhinney was born, raised and educated in Vancouver BC. Following two years of seminary study he earned a B.Ed. Degree from UBC and a M.Ed. Degree in Special Education Administration from the University of Oregon. Lock met the love of his life, Joanne and married in May of 1964 and moved to the Comox Valley in September of that year. It was then that he began his thirty-four year career for School District #71 working as a teacher, consultant, coordinator, supervisor and eventually the Director of Student Services. Lock spent the majority of his career advocating for the rights of all students to access full and appropriate educational services in inclusionary environments. Lock lived his dream of being a gentleman farmer raising kids, pigs, chickens and cows. He was proud of his â&#x20AC;&#x153;hobby farmâ&#x20AC;? which became a place of great contemplation for him. Lock and Joanneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life changed when in 1983 they attended a Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Arche retreat with Jean Vanier. They were profoundly influenced by the message of Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Arche and together worked towards founding Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Arche Comox Valley. The family would like to thank Fr. Marek Paczka, Dr. Woldnick and the Cumberland Medical Clinic, the Home Support nurses (Sandy, Ilene and Barb) the Home Support Aides, the St. Joseph Hospital Chemo Unit and Comox Valley Hospice (Steven and Margaret). We would also like to thank the many members of Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Arche Comox Valley, the Emmaus Community and Parishioners of Christ the King Catholic Community for their support throughout Lockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s journey. He loved you all! We will hold a Taize Prayer Vigil at Christ the King Parish on Friday, February 24th at 8pm. The Funeral Mass will be Saturday, Feb. 25th at 11:00am. Reception will follow at Queneesh Elementary School (2345 Mission Road Courtenay, BC). In memory of Lock, donations for Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Arche Comox Valley (1744 England Avenue, Courtenay V9N 2P6, B.C., CANADA) would be greatly appreciated.

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LACOURSE Arnold Alfred July 4, 1942- Feb. 18, 2012 It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Arnold Lacourse. He was born in Port Alberni and is predeceased by his father, Peter Lacourse (June 1960) and his mother, Margaret Irene Lacourse (Nov. 1996) and brother Gilbert Braccioner (Aug. 2005). He is survived by his sisters, Teresa (Bob), Lu (Carroll), Net (John), Margaret and brothers Harry (Joan), Henry (Billie), Tom and Joe. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and other relatives. Arnold lived in other places, but always came back to Cumberland. His nickname, that his little sister Teresa gave him was, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Spooky.â&#x20AC;? Arnold did many different things in his life: logging, building homes, pruning, picking and selling fruit. When he was younger, Arnold and brothers Henry and Gil raced stock cars. Arnoldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s car was called, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Spirit.â&#x20AC;? When he lived in Keremos, he was a member of the Elks Club and a Big Brother to a young boy. Arnold had a cat, Princess that he loved very much. For the last five years, he lived in Cumberland Lodge where he had many good friends. A reception to celebrate Arnoldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life will be held on Saturday, February 25 at the Cumberland Legion at 1:00pm. No flowers please. If you so wish you could make a donation, in Arnoldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name to the Cumberland Lodge or the charity of your choice.

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Applications to be submitted by March 9th 2012 with resumes attached to manager@tourism mountwashington.com

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES EXCELLENT opportunity to expand your experience. Work in remote off-grid facilities along the BC Coast, on renewable energy projects up to 300 kW. Excellent wage and beneďŹ ts offered. Email resume to info@hakaienergysolutions.com

SUPPORT WORKERS Required to support adults who have developmental disabilities and are living in community residential settings in Campbell River & Courtenay. Casual and FT hours available. Shifts include days, evenings, nights and weekends. Residential and Community Inclusion Support Workers are also required to support youth who have Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and/or Autism. Experience preferred. P/T and F/T hours available. Shifts are as above. Apply today at: www. CommunitasCare.com In addition, send resumes to: Layne Bieber, HR Recruitment & Retention Coordinator, Fax: 604.850.2634 Email: hr@ CommunitasCare.com As a Christian organization that supports those who have disabilities and seniors in the community, Communitas hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualiďŹ ed persons to apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES Be Your Own Boss! Attention Locals! People req. to work from home online. Earn $500$4500+ P/T or F/T. Toll Free 1.877.880.8843 leave mess.

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

PART TIME SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS NEEDED IN COMOX

UNR Class 4 or Class 2 preferred, but we will train the right applicant. Please e-mail your resume and a CURRENT ABSTRACT to debbie.swecera@ﬁrstgroup.com or call 604-255-3555. We are an equal opportunity employer.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

HELP WANTED

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS

Full-Time Window Cleaning Position Interested in working outside all summer? Come join the crew at Shine-Eze Window Care. We offer: Competitive wages with beneﬁts. Complete training in window, gutter, and siding cleaning. Training in ladder, harness, and lift use. You need: The ability to work with others. Excellent customer service. The ability to comfortable work at heights. A strong work ethic in a fast paced environment. Valid Driver’s License. Transportation to and from work. Experience window cleaning is preferred but not essential. Please email resumes with references to shine-eze@shaw.ca or drop off after 4pm at 486 Holly Place, Comox.

NEWSPAPER

to Every Hunter in BC! Advertise in The BC Hunting Regulations Synopsis 2012-2014 publication. Increased circulation 250,000 copies! Tremendous Reach, Two Year Edition! Contact Annemarie at 1 800 661 6335 or hunt@blackpress.ca

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

LOT PERSON

Duties will include; towing large trailers, RV maintenance, detailing and janitorial duties. Applicants must be physically ﬁt, have a valid driver’s licence with clean driver’s abstract and the ability to productively work unsupervised. Please Drop oﬀ Resume to: Drawer #4479 c/o Comox Valley Record 765 McPhee Avenue, Courtenay V9N 2Z7

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

Carpentry Tutorials Prep for ITA Exam. All Levels. Get your Red Seal, Roof Math, Stair Math, Concrete, Estimating, BCBC. College Level Instruction in a group classroom setting. All resource materials provided.

Call 250-331-1117 HELP WANTED

Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community is getting organized for another very busy season. We are currently searching for Guest Services Agents and Room Attendants to join our team. Crown Isle is committed to providing superlative service and exceptional experiences to our guests. We seek highly motivated individuals who work well under pressure and demonstrate a ‘can do’ attitude. You may apply via email at jobs@crownisle.com. Please note that experience in the hospitality sector is an asset and that only those candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted.

BENNETT Sheet Metal and heating Ltd. is always looking for experienced and qualified sheet metal workers, gasfitters/wood stove installers, and part/full time secretarial and bookkeeping staff. Good wages and benefits DIRECT SALES REPRESENTATIVES. Canada’s premiere home automation and Security Company is NOW hiring AprilAugust. No experience necessary. Travel Required. E-mail resume: kkurtze@vivint.com Visit: www.vivint.ca

LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE assistants. Fulltime & parttime positions. Driving license, exp. preferred. Drawer#4480 c/o Comox Valley Record, 765 McPhee Ave. Courtenay V9N 2Z7

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

250-338-0725 Carriers Needed COURTENAY RTE# 307 Cascara, Madrona, Mission, Elderberry & Huckleberry RTE# 314 Klanawa, Salal, Mission & Elderberry RTE# 350 Glen Urquhart, View, 10th St E & Back Rd.

COMOX RTE # 632 Nootka, Tsimshian, Kwakiutl, Noel, Mahtmof & Koksilah RTE# 653 Forest, Mason, Slater, Pointer, Coach & Gardener RTE # 672 Wilkinson Rd, Singing Sands, Miller, Mayfair & Copelin

ADULTS & SENIORS WELCOME NO COLLECTIONS GREAT WAY TO EXERCISE AND MAKE MONEY AT THE SAME TIME

MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8:30AM-5:00PM 765 MCPHEE AVENUE COURTENAY

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HELP WANTED

CARRIERS NEEDED IMMEDIATELY

Comox Valley Record Hours:

LEMARE LAKE is accepting resumes for the following positions: • Processor Operator • Line Machine Operator • Heavy Duty Mechanics • Welders • Machinists Full time permanent, union wages and camp positions. Please fax resume to 250956-4888 or email ofﬁce@lemare.ca.

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JOIN OUR TEAM

AN EXCELLENT opportunity for an experienced Stylist in a friendly upbeat salon. Chair rental or commission. WEEKENDS OFF! Bellini Hair Studio. 250-339-5150. Ask for Deb.

JOE’S AUTOBODY REPAIR in Prince Rupert, BC. Currently has an opening for a Collision Technician and Certiﬁed Painter. Must be a team player for this relaxed and friendly,but hard working atmosphere. Wages and moving expenses negotiable. Email resume to: joesauto@citytel.net Fax: 250627-4702. Call: 250-624-1795

HELP WANTED

SALES PROFESSIONALS REQUIRED. Parksville Car dealership is looking for 2 professional & motivated Sales persons! No experience necessary. Must have a great attitude & be a team player. Send resume to joecunninghamford.com

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Pool & Spa Technician (Full Time) The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in water care, spa repair, pool equipment repair, and pool liner installation. Diagnostic abilities, familiarity with plumbing and electrical, professionalism, and superior customer service skills are mandatory. We offer an extremely competitive wage, extended health beneﬁts, and a positive, enthusiastic working environment. Please submit your resume to the attention of the General Manager by email to

School District 71 (Comox Valley) 607 Cumberland Road, Courtenay B.C. V9N 7G5 WE ARE CURRENTLY SEARCHING FOR: REGULAR PAYROLL CLERK For more details about this job opportunity and how to apply, please visit our website at sd71.bc.ca and click on jobs. Note that only complete application packages received through the makeafuture.ca website no later than 13:00 hrs on the closing date will be considered.

HOME CARE/SUPPORT

kevin@comoxﬁreplace.com

EXPERIENCED Certiﬁed Care Aides required for casual to part time employment. E-mail resumes to anne@keystoneeldercare.com Fax to 1-866-737-0273.

or in person at 4911 North Island Hwy in Courtenay.

FULL TIME live in help for lady with Parkinsons. Please call (250)336-2750.

SALES

The Sid Williams Theatre Client Services Department is looking for a positive team player to join us in providing exceptional service. This position requires someone proﬁcient in MS Ofﬁce programs, enjoys taking on projects, being a team player and has experience in a supervisory role. $10.50/hr for 90 day probation. FMI visit www.sidwilliamstheatre.com or email csdirector@sidwilliamstheatre.com .

REAL ESTATE CAREER INFORMATION SEMINAR. Ever wondered about being a realtor?? Come on down to 1736 England Ave, B.C. Behind PetroCan Tuesday Mar. 20th, 2012 7:00-8:30pm Limited space RSVP 250-898-8790

CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH

Unemployed? Need a resume? We have resources in our Self-Service Centre to help you create your own resume. For FREE job search help: 250-334-3119. Visit 103–555 4th St. in Courtenay.

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Financial Accounting Manager Marine Harvest is the world’s leading producer of farmed salmon with our Canadian operations based in Campbell River on beautiful Vancouver Island. We are currently seeking a qualiﬁed professional to join our Finance team as Financial Accounting Manager. In this role, you will be responsible for the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual ﬁnancial statements, maintaining the general ledger, preparing for and coordinating audit processes and tax schedules and other year end processes. You will lead the Financial Accounting team, which includes Credit/Accounts Receivables, Payroll and Accounts Payable functions. The ideal candidate will have a professional accounting designation (CA, CGA, CMA) and have 5+ years relevant accounting experience. Familiarity with Lawson and Hyperion software will be an asset. We offer a competitive compensation package and challenging work. Please view the full posting on our website at www.marineharvestcanada.com and apply as directed.

Woods Foreman, Yarding & Loading WFP is currently seeking a full experienced Woods Foreman to join our Englewood Forest Operation located in Woss; approximately 45 minutes south of Port McNeill or 90 minutes north of Campbell River. Reporting to the General Foreman, the Woods Foreman is responsible for leading company logging crews and ensuring that the highest standards of safety, quality, production, and environmental protection are maintained. The Englewood Forest Operation harvests approximately 800,000 m³ annually. QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS You are a highly motivated individual who recognizes the value of a team orientated approach in the performance of this challenging position. You bring to the job an excellent safety record, a good working knowledge of applicable occupational health & safety regulations and a willingness to work with Western Forest Products in reaching its safety, quality, environmental and production objectives. You have first-hand knowledge in a unionized environment and amongst your peers you are known for your strong leadership and communication skills. Supervisory experience of both mechanical and cable logging methods will be considered an asset. Western offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefit package and the potential to achieve annual performance rewards. If you believe that you have the skills and qualifications that we are looking for, please reply in confidence: Human Resource Department Facsimile: 866.840.9611 Application Deadline: Monday, February 27th, 2012 Email: resumes@westernforest.com Reference Code: Woods Foreman, EFO As only short listed candidates will be contacted, WFP thanks you in advance for your interest in our Company. Please visit www.westernforest.com

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

CITY OF COURTENAY

Career Opportunity

“Engineering Technologist” The City’s Operational Services Department is seeking an Engineering Technologist to join their team. Reporting to the Manager of Engineering, this position reviews applications for the construction and maintenance of municipal infrastructure, and reviews and inspects plans, drawings, and studies relating to capital works, construction and development applications; produces engineering drawings, conducts surveying and other data collection; and reviews project costs and records, and assists in developing and monitoring operating and capital budgets. This is a full-time union position and includes a comprehensive benefit package and competitive wage. For complete details, please go to www.courtenay.ca and click on employment opportunities.

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COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Friday, February 24, 2012

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

WORK WANTED

COUNTERTOPS

AUCTIONS

FOR SALE BY OWNER

APARTMENT/CONDO

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

HOMES FOR RENT

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

W W W . C O A S T C A B I N E TRY.CA affordable cabinets and countertops. 250-8509915

HUGE AUCTION TONIGHT! 6:30 PM.

PERSONAL SERVICES ESCORTS MASSAGE by Nicole. Stiff? Sore? Stressed out? Take time to unwind! Attractive, talented Certiﬁed masseuse. Located in Comox; available 7 days/wk. Call (250)339-4104 or visit www.cvmassage.com

EDUCATION/TUTORING GRADE 8 Math Tutor available Mon- Fri. Days/Evenings. 250-339-4497

ELECTRICAL ELECTRICIAN Small jobs to new construction. B Connected Electrical. 250-792-2168. www.bzzzt.ca

HOME IMPROVEMENTS CARPENTER Renew, Replace, Repair. Decks to Doors. Big or Small. Randy 331-0339 CERTIFIED CARPENTER. Kitchen, bathrooms, decks, etc. All your renovation needs. Emery, 250-218-0734.

LANDSCAPING WESTCOAST FOUNTAINS

See your dreams become reality! Tony 250-741-6646

Auction House Vancouver Island 239 Puntledge Rd. 250-871-7355 Packed to rafters again this week! NEW glass topped round table, 4 iron & fabric chairs, sage love seat, ornate marble top hall table, new slate bistro set, solid wood breakfast set & sideboard, Bose acoustic wave system ll, large new solid wood buffet/server, jewelry, coins, gold, silver, 4’ lady ﬁgurines, rattan chairs, LOTS more. All on line. Viewing today 12 noon. www.AuctionHouseVi.com

www.westcoastfountains.ca

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

250-897-1010 www.sunriselearningcentre.com

FINANCIAL SERVICES

A.C.L. YARD WORKS. Offering Landscaping, Yard CleanUp, Lawn Mowing, Hedge Trimming, Gutters, Decks and Paving Stones, Retaining Walls and any odd jobs. Call Pat 250-218-4597.

MISC SERVICES GOLDSMITH Custom Designed & Handcrafted Jewellery. Full repair service. Ring sizing while you wait. Engraving Women’s Fashions SIMPLY TIMELESS. 379 4th Street, Courtenay. 250-871-0606

RUBBISH REMOVAL

~ ~ ALL AWAY ~~ RUBBISH / JUNK REMOVAL * Wood * Metal * Rock * Concrete

* Green Waste *Residential Cleanups

Environmentally Conscious Fast Reliable Service Scott 250-792-1668 GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

HAIRSTYLISTS Deﬁne Your Style! Colour special with Savannah at Salon Bridges, it’s a gift of beauty. All colour techniques 20% off. Offer exp. March 31st. Specializing in long hair! Phone & book your appt. today 338-5712

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

1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) RemoveYourRecord.com

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING

BOOKKEPPING SERVICES avail. 30+yrs. exp. in the Financial sector. 250-334-6596

CLEANING SERVICES HOUSECLEANING Services. Reliable, thorough, ﬂexible hours, $20/hr. 250-871-4495.

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

PETS FEED & HAY GOOD HORSE hay for sale $5.50 per bale. Free delivery for 50 or more. 250-338-5503 HAY FOR Sale: 1st cut, no rain. Hay must go ASAP. $4 a bale or $3.75 for 50, $3.50 for a 100 or more. (250)338-4209 or (250)218-2817. QUALITY TIMOTHY Kentucky Blue hay for sale. $6/bale. Call 250-338-6314.

FURNITURE BRAND NEW LUXURY Queen size pillow top Mattress set in original pkg. leftover from large hotel order, 800 coils. Compare at $1199 - Liquidation $447. + tax. Eleven available. King Sets $705. Delivery available. Text or call 1(250)334-7527 to reserve set or email:

COMOX 3 BDRM Duplex, includes F/S, D/W, lawn maintenance. Avail immed. N/S, pet upon approval. $865/mo. Also, 4 bdrm, $915/mo. Please call 250-339-9805, 9am-6pm. LAZO DUPLEX 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, fridge/stove, incl. 2 parking spots. $850/mo 339-4165

3 BEDROOM DETACHED RANCHER $285,000. Own for $600 Mortgage Payment (w/ Rental Income) NO $$$ DOWN $$$ Cash Rebate (OLD ORCHARD) 713 5th St, Courtenay Cozy, cute 3 bdrm, hardwood ﬂoors, F/P, 2 full bath, beautifully landscaped, close to all amenities. Comes with Bachelor suite, self-contained and has a separate entrance.

CALL 250-650-3776

HOMES WANTED

GARAGE SALES

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Cumberland: Girl Guide fundraiser. 2748 Maryport Ave. Sat 9-3. Please, NO Early Birds.

LOTS

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? VI’S HOT-TUB Covers, made in BC. Professional in home service. 250-897-8037.

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www. bcclassiﬁed.com COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

2 BDRM, 2 bath, island kitchen, 6 appls. interior storage, newer building, secured parking, N/P, N/S. 1 BDRM clean, renovated open concept unit - on Cousins Rd - $600 GREAT LANDLORD seeks great tenant. Spotless 1 bdrm, reno’d, storage. Quiet, secure. Lndry. Central. 250-335-1599.

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.

WE BUY HOUSES

SOFA AND chair, pine table & chairs, pine dresser set w/ mirror, bunk beds, futon & more (all exc cond). (250)338-0818.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

APARTMENT/CONDOS

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

Viewings through appointment only!

Damaged House? Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale? We will Buy your House Quick Cash & Private. Mortgage Too High and House won’t sell? Can’t make payments? We will Lease Your House, Make your Payments and Buy it Later!

northisland@themattressguy.ca

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

Apartments•Condos•Suites 103-1111 Edgett 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P, 4 Appls., $750/mth Avail. Mar 1st

Call: 1-250-616-9053

1244 FLORENCE RD. Comox .21 ACRE ﬂat corner lot just steps from beach at King Coho/Little River. Water, electricity & gas to property line. Has pad for dbl. wide or can build to suit. $185,000 call 250-339-1647 for details.

RENTALS

301-4685 Alderwood Pl. 3 bed, 2 bath, 5 appls., N/S Pet with deposit $1050/month Avail. Mar 1st 226 - 2300 Mansﬁeld 2 bed, 2 bath N/S, N/P 6 appls., $1050/mth Avail. Apr 1

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

APARTMENT/CONDO MERVILLE- COUNTRY Side setting, cozy 2 bdrm apt w/new upgrades thru out, 15 mins north of Courtenay on bus route off the Old Island hwy. Coin laundry, parking, storage, huge common ground, communal garden, suits LT tenant. Cats ok. Refs req’d. Move in allowance. Avail Mar 15. $650 + utils. N/S building. Call (250)703-6597.

1 1/2 ACRE fenced compound in City Limits ideal for storage. For additional info contact Ken at Ace Central 250-338-7666 COURTENAY: 450 sqft ofﬁce, 1600 sqft shop, 8’ ceilings, concrete ﬂoor, 220 power, gas meter, electric heat. March 1st. $750/mo + utils. Call 250334-7179.

COTTAGES

SMALL ADS, BIG DEALS! www.bcclassiﬁed.com

1-BDRM COTTAGE, 1200 sq.ft. Wood/ electric heat, 4 appl’s, etc. $775. + utils. Fanny Bay. (250)335-2575.

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

LIVESTOCK QUALITY HAY $6.00 a bale. Price Reduced. Barn clearing special. 250-337-8732. msg.

FREE ITEMS FREE CARPET, 10X10 Burber style, bluish colour. (250)338-6989.

FRIENDLY FRANK

FUEL/FIREWOOD FIREWOOD PERMITS on T.W. Land. Phone 250-6504060. SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest ﬁrewood producer offers ﬁrewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.

MERVILLE- 2 bdrm+ carport, fully fenced yrd, laundry facilities, $740+ utils. References req’d. No dogs. Call (250)703-6597.

HOMES FOR RENT CROWN ISLE PATIO HOME. Nearly new, 2 bed, Den, 2 bath, double car garage. Heat pump, 5 appls., April 1, $1,300. Refs req. N/S, N/P. Call 250-871-2662.

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca BRAND NEW 3 bdrm, 2 1/2 bath home in Puntledge area, 5 appls, gas F/P, garage, N/S, No pets. Avail. Feb. 1 - $1,300/mth COMOX RANCHER 3 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls. sunroom, close to downtown, N/S, pet ok. Avail. Immed. $1000/mth

COMOX: 3 bdrm manufactured home, reno’d. F/S, W/D, N/P. Refs req’d, $950 + utils, avail Mar. 1st. Call (250)2482749, leave a message.

COMOX- 5 bdrms, 3 bath, FURNISHED waterfront. 5 appls. $1400/mo. Avail Feb 1st. Call (250)929-6000.

APARTMENT/CONDO

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.

TRADEWINDS 1600 Comox Ave. Independent Living for Seniors “The Affordable Alternative” TWO BEDROOM nicely renovated suite - spacious and modern. Excellent location in central Comox walking distance to everything. In suite storage. Extra large kitchen and dining area. Resident social room. Elevator and security entry. A very well maintained and well managed building. One Bedroom also available. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.

WESTWATER 60 Anderton Ave.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

GAS STOVE, 30” Maytag. Good cond., convection & selfcleaning $99. (250)338-6989.

MOBILE HOMES & PADS

Rate:

$11/sqft + NNN Rent $1,329/month

FOR RENT MARCH 1st, 2012 1,450 sqft of Ofﬁce Space/Meeting Room • Includes optional modern furnishings. • Drop down screen with projector capability • Telus & Shaw cable access • Kitchen includes fridge, sink, dishwasher & microwave • Easy access to Lewis Centre & Regional District Ofﬁce • Totally renovated. Private washroom. • Desirable location and unique open space with modern/rustic look

(NNN approx $300/mo) Unfurnished / Furnished for additional fee

Brokers k W Welcome l Contact Cat Keylock 250-897-2201

TWO BEDROOM nicely renovated top floor suite. Ensuite, Jacuzzi tub, fireplace, in suite washer/ dryer. New appliances. Within walking distance to downtown. Well maintained and well managed building with quiet, mature neighbours. Resident social room. Indoor scooter parking. Elevator. Security entry. No pets. One Bedroom also available. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

GLENSHEE 1800 Comox Ave. 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.

HYCROFT 1835 Cliffe Ave. ONE BEDROOM nicely renovated in a quiet, mature adult building in central Courtenay. Very spacious. Well maintained and managed. Elevator and Security entry. Two Bedroom also available. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

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RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

HOMES FOR RENT

SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING

TOWNHOUSES

AUTO FINANCING

FANNY BAY- 2 bdrm, avail Mar 1, 4 appls, garden area. $730+ utils. Refs req’d. (250)335-1625.

TWO BEDROOM home with carports and shop on 1/2 acre near Kitty Coleman. 5 appliances. Available April 1 $900. 250-334-2278

BUYING - RENTING- SELLING

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

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

HOMES FOR RENT

SHARED ACCOMMODATION

YOU’RE APPROVED

HOMES FOR RENT

MEICOR REALTY MANAGEMENT SERVICES INC.

“YOUR Apartment, Condo and Townhouse Rental Experts” APARTMENTS

PARK PLACE

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.

250-334-3078

TOWNHOUSES

ANDERTON ARMS

910 Fitzgerald Avenue Corner Fitzgerald & Eighth

Contact: Ryan Liebert 250-703-3672

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

AFFORDABLE FAMILY HOUSING Courtenay & Campbell River. 2-3-4 bdrm townhomes now available. W/D hook-up. Children a must. Some restrictions apply. References req’d. For info call (250)923-4145 or (250)703-0357.

426 Anderton Ave, Courtenay

Call 250-334-9717

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

HOLLYRIDGE MANOR

1015 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay

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

FOR LEASE- 1100 sq ft. 5th Street Retail, $10 plus NNN. Phone: 250-890-2067. Email: tomn.uniﬁed@gmail.com

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APARTMENT/CONDO

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APARTMENT/CONDO

250-338-2472

APARTMENTS / CONDOS DRIFTWOOD CONDOS

CONDOS

VANRIDGE MANOR

1520/1540 Piercy Ave., Courtenay

123 Back Road, Courtenay

2 bedroom available immediately and March 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

BEECHER MANOR

ST. BRELADES

1045 Cumberland Road, Courtenay

146 Back 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.

5797 N. Island Hwy 4 beds, 2 baths, 2 appls, N/S N/P $1150/mth Available Mar 1st

$525/mo, includes hydro/heat, 500 sq ft, N/S, N/P, Courtenay on bus route, references/deposit required, avail Mar 1, 250-871-4113

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Cozy 1 Bdrm in a great location! Overlooks Puntledge River and Lewis Park. Short walk to downtown and shopping. Includes basic cable. 2 references required.

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289A Nim Nim Pl 4 beds, 2 bath, 5 appls., single garage, N/S, pets upon appr. $1150/mth Available Immed.

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220SQFT RETAIL/OFFICE 1787 Comox Ave. Prime downtown location. 339-5098

1075 Edgett Road, Courtenay

Contact On-Site Managers for viewing. 250-334-9717

21-375 21 st Street 2 bed, 1 Bath, 2 Appls, N/S N/P, $650/mth Available Immed.

Call Pat at 250-703-6965

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.

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.

7-1720 13th Street 2 bdrms, 1 bath, 2 appls. N/S, N/P $700/mth Available Immed.

COLDWELL BANKER ISLAND COASTAL (Property Management Division) 2-3 Bdrm, 3 bath townhouse on Mansﬁeld Dr. Beautifully furnished; fridge, stove, washer & dryer. No smoking, no pets. $1700 per mth. Close to all amenities.

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For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667

Houses & Suites

FEMALE roommate wanted $650/month utilities included. 2 Bedroom, Rancher style home in Courtenay. 1 min walk to downtown. Large room with wood ﬂoors and walk-in closet. 2 Bathrooms, large kitchen. New appliances. Fully furnished. Backyard with BBQ. Parking. Lesley: 250-218-8288 chongochingy@hotmail.com

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

Call 338-7449

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

2 bdrm condos in conveniently located complex offer ground level entry, 2 appl & on site coin-op laundry; located within walking distance to all amenities; N/S; immediate possession; $725/month

ULVERSTON MANOR

2 bdrm suite in centrally located Cumberland apartment block; secured entry, 2 appl, and on site coin-op laundry; N/S; N/P; available Mar.1st; $675/month

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250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca TRUMPETER’S LANDING modern newer condos bordering the airpark. Avail. units incl. 1 bdrm & den, 1 1/2 bath and 2 bdrm, 2 bath units, 6 appls, custom ﬁnishing, balconies/patios, underground pkg, storage units, some with wonderful ocean views. N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. Rents from $875/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 $900/mth CLOSE TO COLLEGE 3 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse, 5 appls, gas F/P, balcony, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. $850/mth HERON’S LANDING 2 bdrm, 2.5 bath waterfront townhouse, 5 appls, garage, gas F/P, small balcony, patio, N/S, No pets, mth to mth tenancy. Avail. Mar. 1 $1,000/mth COMOX DUPLEX 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls., carport, landscaping incl., N/S, No pets. Avail. Mar. 1 - $775/mth MUIR RIDGE 2 bdrm, 1 bath townhouse, 5 appls., gas F/P, balcony, N/S, No pets. Avail. Mar. 1 - $775/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 3 appls, coin laundry, patio, N/S, cat ok w/ref. Avail. Mar. 1 $725/mth POPLAR PLACE 2 bdrm, 1 bath townhouse, 5 appls, 2 patios, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. - $800/mth COMOX TOWNHOUSE 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appls, patio, N/S, No pets. Avail. Mar. 6 - $875/mth TRUMPETER RIDGE 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appls, no gas F/P, garage, N/S, No pets. Avail. Apr. 1 - $900

CARS 1990 F150 Truck for sale. Well maintained. $1,100 O.B.O 250-338-1981 2001 SUBARU Outback. Very low mileage, good cond, comfort options, manual transmission, tow pkg. 7 years service records. $6300. 250-338-1168 2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 ﬁrm. 250-755-5191. 99 BIUCK Century, good clean car. well maintained. $2200 O.B.O. 250-334-3977 RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

BIGFOOT COLUMBIA River Camper. 9.5’ ft long box camper. Mint Condition, as brand new. Used only 4 times. $10,000. Call 250-334-1611.

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.

MARINE MARINE SERVICES 12 PRAWN traps, as new. Floats, lines, weights, puller (complete). $1000 obo. Call 250-334-1611. 2 SCOTTIE 61” electric downriggers, as new, $350 each. Call 250-334-1611.

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KENDAL AVENUE SUITES

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

DUPLEXES URQUHART DUPLEX

Beautifully renovated Courtenay duplex features new kitchen & appl., new paint & new flooring throughout, in addition to other improvements; 3 bdrms, 1.5 baths, 3 appl, plus shared laundry; fenced, easy to maintain yard; $1100/mo.; immediate possession.

HOMES KENDAL AVENUE HOME

Enjoy 9 foot ceilings, natural gas fireplace, beautiful finishing’s, & deck areas; Features 3 bdrms, 2 baths, 5 appl, laminate & carpet flooring mix, beautiful kitchen cabinetry & pantry. $1300/month; immediate possession.

SCOTT ROAD COTTAGE

Beautifully renovated 2 bdrm cottage features 4 appls, & is located on a dead end street only moments to the ocean; If you're looking for tranquil and rustic, this is for you! Avail. March 1; N/S; N/P;

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UNION BAY RANCHER

Charming rancher on top of the hill with scenic views! Home features 1/2 acre, deck designed for entertaining, 3 bdrm, 2 baths, wood fireplace, 5 appl, & large yard w/landscaping included. Pets negotiable w/deposit; N/S; immediate possession; $1200/mth.

5TH STREET E. RANCHER

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 Mar 1; $1100/month

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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 It’s Ayyám-i-Há – a time in the Bahá’í calendar to celebrate with gift-giving and hospitality. ~~~ “Consort with all men, O people of Bahá, in a spirit of friendliness and fellowship.” Bahá’u’lláh www.bahaisofcomox.org 250.702.3041gh250.702.0574 www.courtenaybahai.org

Comox Valley Unitarian Fellowship Services 1st & 3rd Sundays at 4pm

Sundays 10:30 at the Lion’s Den Nordin St., Comox February 26th

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

Kathy Eliasen, LUT

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250-338-5811

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250 Beach Drive, Comox (at Comox United Church)

250-890-9262

THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA Contemporary Service 9:15 am Traditional Service 11am

COMOX UNITED

Meeting Each Sunday: 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

Pastors Darryl & Kim Burry

Lil 250-338-7727 (office)

St. George’s

LUTHERAN

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6th & Fitzgerald Ave.

Courtenay “The church with a heart in the heart of the city” Sunday Services: 10:30 am Nursery-Gr.6 Sunday School Gr.7-12 Youth Program

sgucc.com stgeorgeuc@shaw.ca 250-334-4961

1st Street & Penrith

(ELCIC)

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

Sunday Worship

Friends

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

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH

10 AM Pastor A. Ronald Sedo 250-339-3933 web: web.mac.com/shepherdcomox email: shepherdcomox@mac.com

467 - 4th Street (just east of Fitzgerald)

725 Aspen Rd., Comox

Service 10:30am Guest Speaker:

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

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

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

SUNDAY SERVICE 10:30 A.M.

at 11 am

Pastor Rev. Bill Hall

World Day of Prayer

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

Friday, Mar. 2nd, 1:30 pm Everyone Welcome.

250-400-7800

Faith Family

COMOX VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN

Followed by a Potluck Lunch

Rev. Julianne Kasmer, Minister

Congregational Christian Churches of Canada

Independent - Fundamental

SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN CHURCH

Minister: The Rev. Dr. Wally Fry

Sunday Worship & Children’s Program

1250 Anderton Road, Comox

250-339-0224

RIVER HEIGHTS CHURCH

CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC CHURCH

Sunday Celebration 10:30 am

1599 Tunner Drive, COURTENAY • 250-334-4716

2946 Kilpatrick Ave. Church Phone: 250-338-1312 ‘Jesus is Lord’ Sunday Services 11 am & 7 pm

EVANGELISTIC MEETINGS Feb. 23, 24, & 25 at 7 pm with Evangelist Andrew O’Conell Come and “Experience” the “Power” of the Holy Spirit.

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)

~ A Place to Discover Your Life Purpose ~

www.comoxunitedchurch.com

Full Wheelchair Access

“Sounding forth the Supremacy of Christ in all things”

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

@ 10:30 am

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

CUMBERLAND UNITED CHURCH

www.resonatechurch.ca

www.centralefc.com

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Pastor Dave Koleba Associate Pastor Jake Hron

Rev. Maggie Enwright 250-339-3966

Bay Community Church

Community Church

WELCOMES YOU TO SERVICES AT:

RESONATE BAPTIST CHURCH

10:00AM at Cape Lazo Middle School Everyone Welcome

Comox Valley

Full Wheelchair Access

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

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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

St. John the Divine

The Rev. Rodney Ives, Priest in charge 579 - 5th Street, Courtenay

Sunday Worship • 8AM & 10AM

SATURDAY 5:40 Express Contemporary Worship SUNDAY 8am & 10am Worship

Book of Common Prayer (Canada, 1962)

www.stpeterscomox.ca

http:/stjohnthedivinecourtenay.bc.anglican.ca

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