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Cannons blast through Island competition The Ladysmith Cannons Mosquito team took a bite out of Port Alberni, Salt Spring Island, Comox Valley and Oceanside to take the Zone Championship and move on to provincials in Surrey starting Thursday, July 28. For more photos and the story, turn to page 17. NIOMI PEARSON/CHRONICLE

Local issues discussed at Town Hall Niomi Pearson THE CHRONICLE

Whether it was waterfront development or raising chickens in backyards, the Town Hall meeting held July 19 left everyone with something to talk about. More than 80 local residents hunkered down at Aggie Hall for a three and a half hour discussion on the issues and projects that will shape the short-

and long-term vision for Ladysmith. During his opening remarks, Mayor Rob Hutchins reviewed a wealth of information on the town and its demographics. Hutchins also took some time to outline some of the town’s recent successes, like the community gardens, Highland Gathering, skate park completion, and Forrest Field development, which is part of a larger sports field

development at the end of Fourth Avenue. The town has been able to stay out of further debt by financing many of its projects through partnerships with other levels of government, individuals and community groups and by obtaining grants, selling property and using savings, Hutchins said. Participants were then asked to pick their own Top 5 desired topics for discussion.

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The crowd was able to get through seven out of eight possible topics presented before running out of time, leaving out the Festival of Lights. Audience members got to participate throughout the meeting not only through discussion but also polling. Attendees used electronic voting remotes to anonymously vote on a variety of polls related to the topics at hand — see our

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side bar for some of the results. Each topic was preceded by a brief background or presentation by Hutchins or city staff before going up for Q&A. ❱ Fire hall upgrade The Ladysmith Fire Hall was a popular topic for discussion, as council considers an upgrade to the Sixth Avenue facility. The upgrade would add footage to the

existing building to the west and north. While plans are still in discussion, Hutchins said the project could cost anywhere in the area of $3 to $5 million. The upgrade could qualify for funding from the government, but it will be limited, he added. “We are a growing community. We have equipment that is particularly larger than it was 30 years ago,” Hutchins said. “As the photos show, there isn’t

much room to fit trucks in the building.” Ladysmith Fire Chief Ray Delcourt said an upgrade would take the fire department into the next 40 years of service. The fire hall was originally built in 1972 at a cost of $137,000. Since then, the building hasn’t seen any renovation other than a $175,000 earthquake upgrade in 1995. See Waterfront Page 3

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Hutchins to seek new mandate Matthew Peterson THE CHRONICLE

As Ladysmith prepares to see many initiatives either move forward or completed, Mayor Rob Hutchins has decided to let his name stand for the town’s top spot again. The 18-year veteran mayor said the community’s drive and enthusiasm makes Ladysmith a great place to be mayor. “We are so fortunate to be served by so many different volunteer groups, organizations and individuals,” said Hutchins, adding

that passion is equally shared between new and long-established residents. Some of the projects Hutchins wants to continue to be a part of include the reinvestigation of the waterfront development plan, the next phase of the Lot 108 development, adding secondary treatment to Ladysmith’s sewage treatment, building of the new pipeline from Arbutus Reservoir to the South End and merging the economic development and environmental commissions. “All of those are chal-

lenges and opportuni- Quoted in the Chronicle vision plan in the ’90s. ties for us in the next “It should be a people term and term after place.” “We are so that,” said Hutchins. This could include fortunate to be r e s t a u r a n t s , b o a r d “We have such a wonwalks and perhaps a derful opportunity served by so Hutchins mused. that we didn’t have, or many different hotel, “Why would we sacrididn’t aspire to, even volunteer fice a unique parcel of six or ten years ago,” land for private develsaid Hutchins about groups.” opment such as resideveloping the waterRob Hutchins, dential development?” front. Seeking new mandate The new developIn terms of the new ments at the north joint economic and end of town offer the residential buildings environmental commitchance for a lot of new as well as community tee, Hutchins said they residential develop- spaces. have commissioned a “Maybe the waterfront report on sustainabilments, meaning the town could look at shouldn’t be a residen- ity that they are hoping different uses for the tial development,” said to bring to the group in waterfront plan, which Hutchins, who is thank- August or September. had included a mix ful they did not proceed “It’s a new way of of commercial and with the waterfront thinking, a new way of

doing business,” said Hutchins. Climate change and food security are two issues that concern Hutchins and he wants to see the region addressing the rising cost of energy and food. Affordable housing is another issue of increasing urgency Ladysmith needs to deal with in the near future. Hutchins said the amount of people running for office is usually correlated to the number of issues on the table, but he did not speculate as to how many people may

run against him this November. “I would not be surprised,” said Hutchins when asked if he expected any competition. “Democracy works b e s t w h e n t h e r e ’s choices.” Hutchins said the town hosts a meeting in late-August or early September to speak to people interested in running for public office. “What we do is give them all the challenges and all the opportunities,” said Hutchins. “We invite them to do their homework.”

Waterfront on the top of people’s minds from Page 1 “We’ve gotten to the point where the fire hall is too small for us,” Delcourt said. “We’re trying to work with council to possibly, over the next couple of years, to look at this upgrade so we can protect the township of Ladysmith and give our firefighters an advantage to have better equipment and being able to improve our fire hall.” Audience members inquired about the current response times. “We have one of the quicker volunteer fire departments on the Island,” Delcourt said. The response time is approximately four minutes, and about eight to 10 minutes for the southern areas of Ladysmith. Rob Johnson questioned whether it would be

feasible to build a substation in the south end where the population is growing. “For us to start thinking of a second hall out in the south area of town, there would be problems with this because they would need to find firefighters to man the equipment,” Delcourt explained. ❱ Backyard chickens The fifth most popular topic of the night centred around backyard chickens. The Town of Ladysmith is considering permitting backyard chickens for personal, non-commercial use. Many other communities such as Nanaimo have made the move to permit chickens, with the idea they promote a reduction in organic waste, provide food security and make

How residents voted on local issues ❱ The Town of Ladysmith should expand and upgrade the existing wastewater treatment plant from primary to Secondary. 40 - Strongly agree 22 - Agree 1 - Disagree 2 - Strongly disagree 13 - Need more info ❱ If further action is needed to protect Ladysmith Harbour, I would support: A. The outfall be extended out of the harbour - 7 B. The treatment plant be upgraded to provide advanced treatment - 58 C - I need more information - 14

good pets. A backyard chicken permit would only allow a limit of four to five hens to be contained in an enclosure per property with no roosters. One audience member questioned whether permitting chickens would open the door to permitting other barnyard animals. Another wanted to know if other communities with backyard chicken bylaws in place were seeing any negative issues. “I have heard none,” Hutchins said. Stan Jordan said the move would be a step in the right direction. “I’m a big believer in the idea of less control by councils and governments and everybody would be happier, including the chickens,” he said. “I’ve got room

❱ Should the town of Ladysmith facilitate the construction of an RV Campsite on the Waterfront? Yes - 57 No - 9 Need more information - 9 ❱ Should the Town of Ladysmith amend the Animal Control Bylaw to permit backyard chickens? Yes - 32 No - 27 Need more information - 2 ❱ Should the Town of Ladysmith amend the Animal Control Bylaw to require the licensing and control of cats? Yes - 25 No - 23 Need more information - 3

Gerry Fox puts his five green stickers on the discussion topics of his choice during the town hall meeting. NIOMI PEARSON/CHRONICLE

in my backyard to have cerns caused by roam- mouse that a cat takes chickens, and I’d love ing outdoor cats such is one less for native to see council approv- as rabies and toxoplas- hawks and owls, which ing this. I certainly mosis. depend on it to feed wouldn’t have them “Our grandchildren their young as part of a myself because they’re have picked up ring- natural ecosystem, and a pain in the neck to worm and tapeworm cats are not a natural look after, but I’m from playing places part of that ecosystem,” going to vote yes on the where cats have def- Whittington said, addbasis that it shows that ecated so that’s hap- ing that cats will not in Ladysmith, there’s a pening in your back- typically attack a full certain amount of free- yard,” said Coun. Bruce grown rat. dom that you can do Whittington. ❱ Waterfront what you want to do, “There are other issues development including keep chick- here too, one is that the The most voted-for ens in the back yard.” SPCA will tell you that topic was the Ladysmith Hutchins then stressed outdoor cats will live an waterfront. Council is re-visiting that there will be regu- average of about three lations if the permits years, and indoor cats, the town’s waterfront were put into place. on average, live about area plan and asked ❱ Licensing cats 14 years, so it’s better residents what sort of development they The final discussion of for cats.” the night had residents Audience members would like to see take pondering whether the expressed concerns shape. Hutchins said in the town should implement that reducing the numa cat control bylaw that ber of felines in the coming weeks, a total could include manda- great outdoors would of four reports will be tory licensing of all allow undesirable spe- completed on the area— cats and regulations on cies such as rats, to environmental, geotechnical, bathymetry increase in number. keeping them indoors. “The other side of and remedial options Stricter rules could help address public the equation is that and costs. Discussions on the health and safety con- every vole or native

waterfront included everything from walkways to high density development to an RV Campsite. Audience members seemed keen on the idea of development which would attract more people to the Transfer Beach area. “Six million tourists drive by Ladysmith every year. I think it’s about time we have something more than a Tim Hortons to pull them in,” said one resident. The meeting, which was set to end at 9 p.m. adjourned at 10 p.m. and the town plans to hold a second meeting in September to continue the discussions. Pick up next week’s Chronicle for more issues covered at the meeting including a dog park, secondary suites and the trolley.

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Survey On Sewer - How should we treat it? Starting on August 1, a public input form will be ready online at www.ladysmith.ca, and in hard copy at City Hall, the Frank Jameson Community Centre and the Public Works ofﬁce on 6th Avenue. Please take a few minutes to learn about our sewage treatment options and tell us which options you like best. Your input will help us make the best decision for Ladysmith citizens now and for the future.

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Ladysmith Days August 13 (downtown) & 14 (Transfer Beach)…see you there! The community centre swimming pool will be closed August 14, and there will be lifeguards at Transfer Beach. Pool Shutdown Party Friday, August 19, 6:30 – 9:00 p.m.; enjoy the traditional season-ending shutdown party and get ready for the biggest water ﬁght of the summer! FALL Active Living GUIDE IN THE MAIL AUGUST 22! Watch for it!!! POOL CLOSED FOR ANNUAL MAINTENANCE August 20 – September 11 inclusive. Ofﬁce hours will be Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. During the annual maintenance shutdown, please call FJCC at 250.245.6424 for Fitness Centre hours. Annual Arts on the Avenue FREE Outdoor Arts Festival Sunday August 28 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. on First Ave. at Roberts St. downtown Ladysmith; arts sale, live music, kids art area, artist demos, performing arts, quilt display. PRESCHOOL LaFF at the Aggie Family Resource Program, Family Frolics (laffcoordinator@shaw.ca); World Cup Soccer Camp August 22 - 26. CHILDREN Adventure Zone summer daycamps continue for children 6 – 12 years…only $99/week! Games, crafts, swimming, out trips, walking tours and more…9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.; World Cup Soccer Camp August 22 - 26; Learn to Sail, August 8 – 18 & August 22 – September 2. YOUTH* (TEEN) World Cup Soccer Camp August 22 – 26; Summer trips for 12 – 17 yrs: Kayaking August 4, Skimboarding August 16, Skatepark Tour

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“We had spikes

A 25-year-old man where we had as who was believed to many as 12 be responsible for a 350 per cent spike in (thefts) thefts from vehicles reported per in Ladysmith was senweek.” tenced to seven months in jail and nine months Staff Sgt. Roger Plamondon, probation on July 19. Ladysmith RCMP Ladysmith RCMP Staff Sergeant Roger Plamondon said the from motor vehicles male, Derek Vautour, here in the commuw h o h a d r e c e n t l y nity,” Plamondon said. moved to Ladysmith “Surveillance camera from another commu- footage had him using nity, was caught after the card.” Since the arrest was using a stolen credit card at a local busi- made, vehicle theft incidences have already ness. Police also found his started to normalize in fingerprints in a few the area. “In terms of the theft vehicles. “We were only able to from motor vehicles, get enough informa- we average three per tion to pinpoint him week in the commuto a couple of thefts nity, and we had spikes

where we had as many as 12 reported per week at our detachment,” Plamondon said. As always, the RCMP encourages members of the public not to leave valuables in the car, especially their wallets or anything to do with personal identification. “We’re always concerned about identity theft,” Plamondon said. Plamondon said it is most important to keep your vehicle locked at all times, as the majority of thefts the RCMP see are related to unlocked vehicles. “There is no safe spot to leave anything in a vehicle if you’re going out, even if it’s just for a minute or two,” he said. “Take your wallet with you, take your camera with you. Don’t leave anything inside.”

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Town seeks waste feedback Hallmark film Matthew Peterson The town is looking for public feedback on their Liquid Waste Management Plan. Residents will soon be getting a letter in the mail outlining some of the plans and asking for public feedback. “The plan lays out what we are going to be doing for the next 20 to 50 years,” said Joe Friesenhan, director of public works. At issue is the fact the town needs to upgrade their sewage treatment to a secondary level, as legislated by the B.C. government. “All coastal communities have to be on secondary treatment.” Currently solid waste is chlorinated

and removed at the Quoted in the Chronicle years before we final- This could include treatment facility. The ly said, ‘OK, that’s extending the outfall by-product is then enough, we’ve got to pipe beyond Ladysmith “All de-chlorinated and move on.’ “ H a r b o u r ’s e m b a y coastal pumped out into the “It had potential, but ment area at a cost of communities harbour. it wasn’t proven yet.” roughly $5 million or This process is what In primary treatment, a $115 tax increase or have to be on is known as primary there is a maximum increasing treatment secondary treatment. total suspended sol- to the tertiary level at treatment.” At the secondary level, ids (TSS) and biologi- a cost of $7 million or what is produced must cal oxygen demand a $166 increase (that’s Joe Friesenhan, be cleaner. (BOD is the amount without grants). director of public works The cost of the of oxygen needed for At the town hall secondary system is biological organisms meeting, participants pegged at $12 milFriesenhan said a to break down waste) were asked if they lion. Friesenhan said number of factors of 135 mg/litre. would prefer extendthe town has applied can delay a town in U s i n g s e c o n d a r y ing the pipe or going f o r g r a n t s t h a t , i f achieving secondary treatment, the TSS to tertiary treatment if received, will mean treatment, as there is and BOD levels reach needed. taxes will not have to extensive financing a maximum of 45 mg/l. Out of the 79 peoincrease. If the town and planning involved. Tertiary treatment, if ple at the meeting is not awarded the In Ladysmith, the needed after further 58 wanted to see the grants, it could mean town was exploring testing, would reduce extra treatment, seven an extra $115 added an alternative, non- the levels to below 10 said they would prefer to the sewer parcel tax biological treatment mg/l. extending the pipe and in the next few years. (using electric curIf after further test- 14 wanted more inforWhether the increase rents). ing the levels are not mation. is done in one year or “That’s a good thing,” “We were hoping it acceptable, the town over several will be up would help. We tested will have to look at said Friesenhan about to council. the results. for five, six, seven further upgrades.

Plant contract awarded

T h e To w n o f Ladysmith has awarded the contract to build Phase 2 of the sewage treatment facility — the solids handling — to Knappett

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Projects. Knappett was the lowest bidder at $959,640 plus HST. Other bidders included C&M Developments, Farmer Construction, D R o b i n s o n

Contracting and Seafirst Construction. Their bids ranged from $967,306.31 to $1,325,000. Project engineers, Opus Dayton Knight, reviewed the

tenders. Around twothirds of the project, worth $2,339,370, is funded by the British Columbia Community Water Improvement Program.

eyes 1st Ave. Matthew Peterson THE CHRONICLE

Ladysmith may serve as part of the setting for a new Hallmark movie next month. Producer Paul Rayman was in Ladysmith on July 21 to speak with the Downtown Business Association to see if there would be any objections or problems to filming downtown. Rayman said he was not ready to reveal all the details, but noted the director of the movie has identified Ladysmith as a place they would like to film. The movie is to be called The Note — Heart Healer and is of the romantic variety, said Rayman. “We certainly want to

work with the community,” said Rayman. Tw o b u s i n e s s e s , Salamander Books and Ladysmith Flowers and Gifts, have been approached as possible filming locations. Rayman said a lot of details, including the actors, will be ironed out within the next week and they will be looking for some extras when the time comes. Frieda Douglas, who owns Salamander Books, said while nothing is certain yet, they are thrilled with the idea. “We’re excited about the opportunity,” said Douglas. “We’re all in favour of things that make the community more interesting.”

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“We’re all in favour of things that make the community more interesting.” Frieda Douglas, Salamander Books

Public Open House Couverdon Real Estate, a division of TimberWest, invites the public to our ﬁrst open house to outline the potential for including Couverdon Lands, located northwest of the Town, into the municipal boundaries of the Town of Ladysmith. Couverdon recognizes the importance of planned community growth. The proposed boundary expansion gives us an opportunity to work with the community to develop a master plan that is consistent with the Town’s sustainability objectives and community values and vision.

Please join us at our Open House for information about the proposal and to provide feedback. Date: Tuesday, July 26th, 2011 Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm (drop-in) Location: Eagles Hall 921 - 1st Avenue, Ladysmith Beverages and light snacks will be provided. For further information, please contact: Frank Limshue at Couverdon Real Estate: 250-729-3726 or frank.limshue@couverdon.com

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Program pushes girls to achieve their goals Niomi Pearson THE CHRONICLE

Young ladies ages 14 to 16 can boost their self esteem and girl power this August thanks to a free fourday workshop at the Ladysmith Resources Centre. GO GIRL is a fun summer program centred around helping girls reach their short- and long-term goals before the new school year, said Lindsey Krish,

Ladysmith Resources Centre youth worker. “It’s about the power of girls working together, setting and achieving goals, teaching them boundaries and how to work in a group setting, bullying and bully prevention,” Krish said “It’s quite a popular program for the young girls.” In addition to a number of fun activities including arts and crafts, participants will also get to be taken on

a Ladysmith Harbour “ We h a d s o m e o n e Tour. come from community GO GIRL is being run kitchens in Nanaimo in conjunction with to do a little talk about the Nanaimo Women’s nutrition, healthy eatCentre, who offers the i n g , a n d t h e n t h e y program every year. cooked with them.” This is the first year GO Girl runs Monday, for the LRCA, who August 8 to Thursday, held an initial Go Girl August 11 from 9 a.m. session in July for girls to 3 p.m. Lunch is proaged 10-13. vided. “It was pretty good, For more information it was a group of girls on the GO Girl prothat knew each other gram, contact Lindsey already and go to at the Ladysmith school together,” Krish Resources Centre at said. 250-245-3079.

Money moved from reserves Ladysmith council adopted several bylaws at its July 18 meeting to pay for projects in the 2011-2015 financial plan. Among the money pulled from funds included: $1,687.58 from the Cemetery Care Trust Fund for 2011 maintenance at the cemetery;

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Medical factors eyed after crash Peter Rusland BLACK PRESS

Police are investigating if a medical condition of a Chemainus senior contributed to his traffic death July 21 on the Island Highway at Fuller Lake Road. The RCMP are not releasing the name of the deceased man in his late 70s, said Cpl. Markus Lueder of North Cowichan/Duncan’s detachment. The crash occurred just after 10 a.m. on

July 21 in the northbound lanes of the Trans-Canada Highway outside Chemainus. “According to a witness, a newer Chevrolet Cobalt was seen slowly entering highway traffic from Fuller Lake Road when it was struck on the driver’s-side door by a late-model Acura SUV heading north on the Trans-Canada,” Lueder said. The male was alone in his car. He pronounced dead at the scene.

An RCMP collision analyst attended the wreck, and police are investigating if a prior medical condition may have played a role in his death, Lueder explained. A middle-age female driver from Saanich was the lone occupant of the SUV. She suffered non-life threatening injuries, was taken to hospital, and later released, he said. No charges are pending from the incident, Lueder noted.

Echo Heights on hold The Echo Heights debate will not be settled until after the fall civic election at the earliest. North Cowichan council decided today to postpone a hearing about the proposed Chemainus development until sometime after B.C.’s Nov. 19 vote.

Council’s ruling basically avoids legal questions, and citizen criticism of council rushing through expected heavy debate about the publicly owned forest, North Cowichan Mayor Tom Walker explained. “The zoning stays for now at second reading with no public hearing date set,” Walker

told the News Leader Pictorial. The hearing was set for July 21 but a technical error, found by staff in ads about the hearing, killed that date. Walker said the human error may have left council open to legal challenges had the July 21 hearing happened. — Black Press

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adysmith again has the opportunity to break new ground and lay the foundation for future projects. Last week, local business entrepreneurs and youth had a chance to sit down and talk about projects youth want to see in Ladysmith. In the end, hopefully the Ladysmith Resources Centre will be given a grant saddling up close to $200,000 to help youth start a business, run by youth and catered by youth. That is the best thing about it, the youthful enthusiasm behind the whole thing. This was not a bunch of people behind the scenes telling youth what they should do, why they should do it and what will be successful in Ladysmith. There are too many instances of that happening already. From the beginning of the plan, youth were meant to lead the charge and see it through to the end. And while the project is in the hands of the youth, there still seems to be a great deal of behind-thescenes support that will be needed and much-appreciated to make sure it gets off the ground and continues to soar. It is still early, but already word is there is a great group of youth ready to roll up their sleeves and a pack of mentors ready to back them up. There have been some suggestions already thrown out and there is still a great deal more work to do. However, the tracks already laid prove the Resources Centre and Ladysmith is worthy to make it to the next step.

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ICTORIA – The B.C. government has released its audited public accounts for what Bill Vander Zalm enthusiasts strain to depict as Year One of the Harmonized Sales Tax Apocalypse. So let’s survey this allegedly bleak landscape of shuttered hair salons and seniors hoarding pet food, waiting for Belgian bureaucrats to come calling for more. Retail sales increased 5.3 per cent in 2010. Growth has softened so far this year, but there’s no evidence it’s due to the HST. (Retail sales are mostly goods, which are mostly unaffected.) B.C.’s economy grew by four per cent, third in Canada behind those new northern tigers Saskatchewan and Newfoundland. We beat Alberta as well as have-not Ontario.

Should residential development be part of the plan for Ladysmith’s waterfront? Vote online at www.ladysmithchronicle.com. This web poll is informal, not scientific. It reflects opinions of website visitors who voluntarily participate. Results may not represent the opinions of the public as a whole. Black Press is not responsible for the statistical accuracy of opinions expressed here. Results from last week’s question Has the recent bad weather changed your summer vacation plans? Yes 78% No 22% The Ladysmith-Chemainus Chronicle 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 Street, Nanaimo, B.C., V9R-2R2. For information phone 1-888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org.

The provincial deficit dropped by nearly a billion dollars, even though spending on government services continued its relentless rise with another billion-dollar increase. That’s four per cent spending growth, the same as the growth rate of the economy. But as usual, two thirds of it is health-care spending, growing closer to twice that fast. Hair salons? My barber voted No to Vander Zalm. His accounting is simpler, his price is still reasonable and customers aren’t generally prepared to start cutting their own hair. Restaurant association head Ian Tostenson predicted thousands of restaurants would close because of HST, and then mused about running for premier. Fortunately, we were spared from both of these scenarios. Finance Minister Kevin Falcon put out some spin about how tight-fisted spending control brought the deficit down from the 10-figure range. Prudence, he called it. Prune juice is more like it. It was economic growth that paid the bills, with mills and mines opening and consumers spending. Former

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premier Bill Bennett’s observation still applies: B.C. is a small, open resource economy in a volatile world market. Commodity markets have strengthened to the point where even the rising Canadian dollar is being overcome. Expansion to Asia is proceeding, assisted by a longterm federal-provincial strategy that the NDP opposed. A skilled labour shortage already exists in the B.C. northeast and is forecast to spread across the province. The government’s latest labour market survey estimates that B.C. will be in a labour shortage by 2016, and there will be one million job openings by 2020. One third of these will come from economic growth, two thirds from retiring baby boomers. Unlike next year’s HST revenues, this prediction is relatively easy to make with precision. Job growth does depend, however, on a competitive tax environment, with competition from Ontario and elsewhere. The public accounts also confirm what we found out last fall, that HST revenues have run ahead of expec-

tations. HST haters like to claim the tax was promised to be revenue neutral. That finance ministry estimate was only for the first year, and it proved pessimistic. As with gasoline prices, external forces drown out B.C. tax adjustments in the short term. Currently it looks as if going back to the old provincial sales tax will cost the treasury about $600 million in revenue in each of the next few years. HST rate cuts are made up by economic growth. Or we can return to a 60-year-old retail sales tax developed for a post-war, pre-service economy, and continue a B.C. political debate that revolves around 30-year-old socialist ideology. The deficit will immediately jump back up to the 10-digit range. So if your HST referendum envelope is still in the bottom of your recycling bin, you might consider fishing it out and casting a No vote. They have to be delivered to Elections BC by Aug. 5. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press newspapers. E-mail tfletcher@blackpress.ca.

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Time to park it Editor: The Ladysmith Trolley was one of the items on the mayor’s public meeting agenda last Tuesday. He told us the reason the town looked at getting a trolley was because Ladysmith was the only town in the western communities of a comparable size that didn’t have a transit system. To which I say, so what? We are now probably the only town that has a bus running around empty for 10 hours a day. The mayor himself said the average ridership is 8.4 passengers an hour which means that at any one time the bus might carry at most one or two people. Yes, OK, there is a little blip when a few students use it. The bus like any small business needs time to grow, the mayor says. If ridership is at 8.4 riders after nearly two years, there doesn’t seem much hope for more in the future. Now the council is starting a fare system in the fall: $1 for kids and seniors, $2 for everybody else, regardless of distance travelled it seems. So the question is, if nobody rides a bus that is free to ride now, who is going to pay to ride it? Time to cut our losses and admit that, as good an idea as it may have seemed at conception, it has proved to be a non-starter. There is just no reason to ride the bus in Ladysmith. It’s just not convenient. Brian Bradshaw Ladysmith

HST hangups Editor: When the HST was thrown at us last year, I was angry, confused and also curious. After checking the list of items with the added tax that would affect my family, I just shook my head. You know, one of the hardest ones to grasp was the tax on fruit trees and tomato plants. We can’t even grow our own food without an added tax! Over the past year, I’ve kept a scrapbook of news editorials and

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even some elderly really understand this process? I don’t think so! Questions to Elections BC: If a valid voter didn’t receive a voting package in time to submit, will this invalidate the results? Will Elections BC tell us how many votes are rejected (ie wrong marking or wrong use of envelopes)? Why did some people receive two packages? Why did some people receive none? Immediately after the postal strike, my husband received his HST package. I waited another four days or so and then phoned Elections BC on July 12th and was assured a package would be in the mail. Not here yet! Phoned them again July 21 (as the 22nd is the deadline for taking calls) and was assured a package would be in the mail. Will I get one in time? Lynne DeLucia Ladysmith

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The bird was the word on Sunday during the Purple Martin open house, where avian enthusiasts could learn all about the recovery program which has helped save the birds from extinction. Top left: Kaitlyn Herington and Mattea Sawyer get up close and personal with a baby Purple Martin. Top right: Bruce Cousens, senior biologist with the Purple Martin Recovery Program reaches into one of the dockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s many bird boxes to get babies for banding. Right: Arts on the Dock took place alongside the Purple Martin open house. Erin Hager gives Carey Metz a massage. Centre right: Volunteers Mari Kondoh and Ashley Wilson dish out some Purple Martin milkshakes (made with blueberry). Below left, Summer student Kristyn Robert sets up one of the displays. Below centre, Amy Hsueh educates enthusiast Susanna Jani. Below right, a baby Purple Martin. NIOMI PEARSON/CHRONICLE

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The magic melodies of Sid & Lena will take over the Transfer Beach Amphitheatre for the latest in the Concerts in the Park series on July 31 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sidney Johnson, who makes up one half of Sid & Lena, says it will be the local duo’s first public performance since May. “People can expect a lot of passion and a deep love of music, as we re-unite after a long hiatus to explore the edges of Canadiana, rock and pop,” he said. Johnson’s ‘partner in rhyme’ Lena Birtwistle said spectators will enjoy their unique chemistry as two musicians stemming from different backgrounds. “He comes from more of a jamming back-

Sid & Lena ground, I come from a classical piano background but something just always clicks. I’ve tried working with other people and there’s just something really magical that happens when we’re working together,” Birtwistle said. “Our voices somehow really work together.” Johnson and Birtwistle have been working

together musically for the last three and a half years and have released one album under the name Adamantines. Their work can also be found on iTunes. The two came together after Johnson heard Birtwistle singing on the streets of Ladysmith. Birtwistle said she had been looking to work with another musician

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DEATHS

Taylor Irene

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October 8, 1928- July 17, 2011 It is with heavy hearts we relate the passing of our dear Mother, Sister, Grandmother and GG. Irene was born in Saskatchewan but spent her life on the West Coast, mainly in Ladysmith where she raised her family and was an active member of the community. She was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 171 serving on the executive and as Poppy chairman, lifetime member and twice president of the Ladies Auxiliary. She was a member of the Eagles Ladies Auxiliary. She was the Secretary of the Ladysmith Senior Citizens Housing Society for more than 30 years. She loved to golf, to garden, loved the babies in her family and loved the tiny hummingbirds that ďŹ&#x201A;ocked to her balcony. Irene was predeceased by her beloved husband Jim and her son Ken. She leaves her daughter Nancy (Allen), son Phillip, grandchildren Michael, Tammy, Sandy, Deidre, Jason, Geoffrey, Adam and Gregory; great grandchildren Jordan, Mackenzie, Braydon, Mariah, Hunter, Sophia, Seth, Olivia, Emerson and Eric. She also leaves her sisters Isabelle, Yvonne and Pat, plus many nieces and nephews. We will all miss you forever and each of us will forever carry you with us in our hearts. Mass was celebrated at St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Roman Catholic Church, 1135 4th Avenue , Ladysmith, BC, on Friday July 22, at 4:00 PM. Father Sean Flynn, celebrant. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers donations can be made in her honour to the Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Campaign or the Heart and Stroke Fund. Online condolences may be offered at telfordn@shaw.ca Telfordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of Ladysmith 250-245-5553

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Sadly missed by husband John; parents Toini and Martin; all of Ladysmith; son David (Fran); and grandchildren Ethan, and Victoria of Calgary; son Brian of Vancouver; brother Phil of Nanaimo; and furry companion Chico.

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Telfordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Your local Memorial Society of BC Funeral Home, caring service at reasonable cost.

DEATHS

COLLEEN JOANNE POOLE (nee Watson) Jan. 16, 1951 July 11, 2011 Colleen passed away after years of bravely struggling with health issues. She was born and raised in Cumberland, moved to Ladysmith in 1979 with her husband Rob and their 2 children. In 1998 Colleen and Rob moved to Nanaimo where they have resided for the past 13 years. Colleen was predeceased by her parents Jack and Lorraine Watson. She is survived by her loving husband of 40 years, Rob; daughter Kristi (Carl) Dashwood; son Ryan; granddaughters (her special angels) Jordyn and Kayla; sister Noelle (Tony) Piket; brother Ray (Annette) Watson. She also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins; Robâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mom, Marg Poole and family; and her special sisters â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Crazy Eightsâ&#x20AC;?. There will be no service at Colleenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s request. A private family Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, a donation may be made in her name to the charity of your choice.

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WEDDINGS

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Lisanne Prince & Stephen Naeth are happy to announce their engagement and forthcoming marriage.

Lisanne is the daughter of Brad and CĂŠline Prince. She graduated from UVic in 2008 with a Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Degree in Electrical Engineering. She is employed at GENIVAR as a Project Engineer. Stephen is the son of Don and Kim Naeth. He graduated from UVic in 2008 with a Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Degree in Electrical Engineering. He is employed at AXYS Technologies as a Hardware Engineer. The wedding will be held at the Victoria Conservatory of Music, Victoria, on July 31, 2011. The couple plans to reside in Victoria.

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Re: THE ESTATE OF ERIC CRAMPTON GIBLING Deceased formerly of Chemainus, BC. Creditors and others having claims against the estate of ERIC CRAMPTON GIBLING, are hereby notiﬁed under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executrix on or before August 26, 2011, after which date the Executrix will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which she then has notice. MARGUERITE WINGERT by her solicitor, MARIA MACH ROBERTSON, DOWNE & MULLALLY Barristers & Solicitors 33695 South Fraser Way Abbotsford, BC V2S 2C1

To all our family and friends, thank you for helping us celebrate our 50th anniversary. The food was great thank you to Patty & Bouma’s.

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LOST AND FOUND

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ALBERNI COMMUNITY & Women’s Services Society is seeking a Full-time Executive Director to lead our agency as we work to achieve our vision to Break The Cycle of Abuse, through providing wrap-around services for individuals and families impacted by violence. You are a strong leader with a proven track record in areas such as Human Resource Management, Revenue Generation, Marketing and Public Relations, amongst other things. Your resume will demonstrate this clearly. You will be responsible for ensuring the ongoing operations and growth of ACAWS by planning, organizing, leading, and administering all agency activities, programs and operations, and by providing the linkage between the organization, its staff, and the Board of Directors. You will be able to ensure high-quality, ethical, efficient, accountable and effective client-centered services. We are looking for a candidate who: - Has a University Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field, plus at least five years’ directly-related work experience, or an equivalent Has a clear understanding of the dynamics of abuse and violence - Has the ability to develop effective relationships with all stakeholders - Believes strongly in a social justice approach to client services. Please send a Cover Letter and CV in confidence to: ACAWS Board Chair 3082 Third Avenue Port Alberni, BC V9Y 2A5 Or by email to: office@acaws.ca Or by fax to: 250.724.7113 By 4:30 p.m. August 15, 2011 A job description is available by emailing office@acaws.ca.

EXPERIENCED log truck drivers on Queen Charlotte Islands. 5 days per week. Will help with accommodation. Fax resume to 250-5574306 or email obracct@qcislands.net

COKE & CANDY Vending Route. Local Hi-Trafﬁc Locations. Earn $40+ per year. Fast & Safe Investment Return. Secure Your Future- Be the Boss! Factory Direct Pricing. 1-888-579-0892. Must Sell! GRAVEL TRUCKING Company for sale. Trucks, loaders, hoe, crusher, seven pits, two yards, 3-bay shop, ofﬁce. Serious inquiries. Call Larry 780333-4726, Swan Hills, Alberta.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS ADMIN ASSISTANT Trainees needed! Large & small firms seeking certified A & P staff now. No Experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1-888512-7116. AIRLINES ARE HIRINGTrain for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783. Basic Chainsaw Operator Training- 2011. The BC Forest Safety Council’s basic chainsaw operator course provides handson training to everyone from new to experienced chainsaw operators. Learn how to safely maintain and handle a chainsaw for most non-falling applications. Key topics covered include creating a personal safety plan, chain sharpening, identifying tension and binds and how to safely make your cuts. This two-day course is endorsed by the BC Forest Safety Council and provides participants with training and competency evaluation in a form acceptable to WorkSafeBC. Numerous sessions of chainsaw training are scheduled around the province starting in August, 2011. To learn more and to obtain an enrollment form, visit our website at www.bcforestsafe.org or call toll free 1-877-741-1060, Monday to Friday, 8am – 5pm. INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. Locations in Alberta & BC. Hands on real world training. Full sized equipment. Job placement assist. Funding Avail. www.iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853 MEDICAL OFFICE Trainees needed! Hospitals & Dr.’s need medical office & medical admin staff. No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1888-748-4126. ONLINE, COLLEGE Accredited, web design training, administered by the Canadian Society for Social Development. Learn web design from the comfort of your home! Visit: www.ibde.ca Apply today! TWO, TWO, Two years in one. New Heavy Equipment Certificate program at GPRC, Fairview campus. Receive 1st and 2nd year HET Apprenticeship technical training. Intense hands-on shop experience, Fairview, AB. Affordable residences. 1-888-999-7882.

HELP WANTED CONTROLLER A well established Kelowna based, underground utilities /road contractor has an immediate requirement for a controller. The successful applicant will have over five years of experience in the construction field after completion of their accounting designation, CA, CGA. They will be required to perform all aspects of accounting cycle up to and including financial statements. We are an aggressive company and require a strong aggressive person that is ready to take on new challenges and grow with the company. Remuneration complete with benefit package will be consummate with experience. Please reply to the Administrator by fax at 250-7659603, or phone 250-7659601.

ARCTIC CO-OPERATIVES Limited provides management expertise and business support to 31 member-owned Coops in Nunavut and Northwest Territories. We are currently recruiting for the following positions: General Managers Assistant Managers - Relief Managers - Hotel Cooks. Please forward your resume to: HumanResources@ArcticCo-op.com, or fax to: 1-204632-8575. Please visit www.arcticco-op.com and www.innsnorth.com for more information. CASCADE Energy Services has immediate openings available for the following positions at their Grande Prairie AB, Fort St John, Hudson Hope, Dawson Creek, Tumble Ridge Divisions: Tank Truck Drivers, Hydro Vac Operators, Hot Oiler Operators, Pressure Truck Operators, Swampers. The successful candidates will be organized individuals with excellent personal skills and experience in a related field will be a definite asset. Knowledge of the industry, as well as the service area will also be taken into consideration. Current H2S and Level 1 First Aid, tickets will be required, as well as a current acceptable driver’s abstract. Pre-employment drug screening is mandatory. Competitive wages and benefits package will be offered. Please send resume complete with references and driver’s abstract to Cascade Services at 3, 9302-144 Avenue, Grande Prairie Alberta T8V 8E4, or by fax to (780)8320459, or by email to: hrgp@cascade-energy.ca We apologize but only those candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted. CLEAR ENVIRONMENTAL is seeking individuals to join our team. Responsibilities: Water and soil sample collection and field analysis, drilling waste sampling, analysis, disposal supervision. Pre and post site assessments. Qualifications: Post secondary degree or diploma. Oilfield experience is an asset. Required equipment is a reliable 4X4, lap top computer, GPS, camera. Send resume to: hr@ceslp.ca referencing contract Environmental Field Technicians in the subject line. CONCRETE FINISHERS. Edmonton-based company seeks experienced concrete finishers for work in and out of town. Subsistence and accommodations provided. Phone 780660-8130. Fax 780-444-4258; John@RaidersConcrete.com.

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EXPERIENCED PARTS Person required for progressive auto/industrial supplier. Hired applicant will receive top wages, full benefits and RRSP bonuses plus moving allowances. Our 26,000 sq.ft. store is located 2.5 hours N.E. of Edmonton, Alberta. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send Resumes to: Sapphire Auto, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Email: hr@sapphireinc.net. Holbrook Dyson Logging Ltd Has vacancies in the following jobs: 1)Heavy Duty Mechanic. 2)Driller Blaster Details can be seen at http://hdlogging.com/ Fax resume to 250-287-9259 INDUSTRIAL PAINTER: Required Immediately! Do All Metal Fabricating-Estevan SK. Seeking an applicant to paint in an industrial setting. Qualifications & Duties:-Must have knowledge of how to run/maintain an airless painter,enamel and epoxy products, working knowledge with Endura paint (sprayed preferably)We offer Competitive Wages, Benefits & RRSP programs. Apply by email kswidnicki@doallmetal.com or fax 1-306-634-8389. JOURNEYMAN MECHANIC required immediately, Grande Prairie, (NW) Alberta. Heavy Duty position, Caterpillar experience, competitive wages, benefit plan. More info: www.ritchiebr.com. Fax 780351-3764. Email: info@ritchiebr.com.

The Lemare Group is currently seeking contract Highway Truckers; Owners/Operators. Total volume to move is 65,000 cubic metres for Northern Vancouver Island (Schoen Lake Area), accommodations available. For more details, please call Jennifer at 250591-0067 or email: ofﬁce@lemare.ca.

The Lemare Group is currently seeking a heavy duty mechanic for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time, union wages. Email resume to ofﬁce@lemare.ca or fax to: 250-956-4888. T-MAR INDUSTRIES located in Campbell River is hiring for the position of Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. Position comes with a competitive beneﬁt package and applicant must possess a valid driver’s license. Contact Joe Fornari. Mail: 5791 Duncan Bay Road, Campbell River BC V9H 1N6 Fax: 250-286-9502 Email: JoeFornari@t-mar.com

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LADYSMITH CARRIER ROUTES FRIDAY DELIVERIES PERMANENT CARRIERS REQUIRED ON THE FOLLOWING ROUTES: 656305 – Bayview, Clarke, Gifford, Stephensen (88 papers) 656350 – Belaire, Hambrooke, Hartley, Jamison, Lions, Rigby, Root, Fourth Ext. (155 papers) ** 656400 – 401-533 Baden-Powell/Methuen/Roberts/White, 110-340 Fifth/Fourth (72 papers) 656452 – ** 8-33 Baden-Powell, 7-340 Esplanade, 100-341 First, 104-127 Forward, 9-149 Methuen, 9-133 White (139 papers) ** 656500 – 409-532 Buller/Gatacre/High, 410-640 Fifth, 631-641 Sixth (61 papers) 656550 – 11-133 Buller/Gatacre/High, 410-640 Esplanade/ First (54 papers) 656700 – 700-1099 Esplanade/First/Second, 1-199 French/ Kitchener/Symonds/Warren (69 papers) 656850 – Colonia, Delcourt, Defrane, Wallace (62 papers) 656900 – Brown, Nash, Stillin, Stuart, Walkem (124 papers) ** 657000 – Hooper, Ridgway, Rothdale, Russell (56 papers) 657050 – Ashwell, Gourlay, Louise, McNiven, Tassin (77 papers) All paper counts are approximates ** Indicates a route that can be split up CALL LARA TODAY

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Required for Gadd Marine. Wages commensurate with experience. Please Fax: 1-250-754-3073 or e-mail: gadmar@telus.net

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2 BURLEY MEN MOVING. $85/hr for 2 men (no before or after travel time charges on local moves. Please call Scott or Joshua, (250)753-6633.

P & R Truck Centre requires Full - Time Heavy Duty / Commercial Mechanic or Apprentice Mechanic for our Duncan location. Possession of an Authorized Motor Vehicle Inspection ticket would be an asset. Excellent Wage & Beneﬁt Package. Please e-mail resume to michele@prwstar.com or fax to 250-746-8064

PLUMBING A SERVICE PLUMBER. Licence, Insured. Drains, HWT, Reno’s, Repairs. Senior Discounts. After Hour Service. Call Coval Plumbing, 250709-5103.

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EXQUISITE SANCTUARY Fabulous 2.26 private acres with creek in beautiful Alberni Valley. Enchanting 3600 sq.ft. 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom custom built 1995 home. Outstanding 57x40 shop with own bathroom, lots of parking. Features hardwood, tile throughout, custom cabinetry. Gas ﬁreplaces, stove, heat and hot water; ensuite with soaker tub. Thinking of a life style change? Move to Port Alberni, the Salmon Capital of the World! Visit www.albernihomes4u.ca for more information on this “one of a kind” property. Asking $649,000 RE/MAX Mid Island Realty Port Alberni, B.C. John Stilinovic 250-724-4725 Toll Free 1-877-723-5660

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APARTMENTS FURNISHED SALTAIR: furnished bachelor suite, ocean view, n/s, n/p, $690/mo, 250-245-1101.

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL LADYSMITH: COMMERCIAL Int/Ext storage space avail. Call 250-245-8997. Retail Commercial Space 1430 sq. ft. of commercial or warehouse space for rent located in front of Junction Mini Storage. Great highway exposure. Deer Lake Properties (Thomas Rd.) Inc. dba Junction Mini Storage 13136 Thomas Rd. Ladysmith, BC 250-245-2760

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES LADYSMITH. 2-BDRM Duplex, Centrally located. F/S, shared W/D. $700./mo. Ref’s. Avail Aug. 1st. (250)751-1409.

HOMES FOR RENT 3 BDRM RANCHER ON ACREAGE, 1 BATH, WOOD STOVE, SHARED HYDRO, MINUTES FROM COW RIVER/TRIAL, 15 MINS TO DUNCAN. 250-7493188

LADYSMITH: 2 bdrm character home, lovely ocean view, n/s, n/p, close to all amenities, $1100/mo, 250-245-7161. Ladysmith: 3 bdrm, ocean view, f/s, avail now, $1250/mo + utils, 250-245-9938. LADYSMITH. NEW 3-bdrm, 2.5 bath. Go to: www.webbasedtours.com/mariners_quay/ Call (250)245-8997.

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TRANSPORTATION

HOMES FOR RENT

TOWNHOUSES

UTILITY TRAILERS

Royal LePage Property Management

Ladysmith: newer luxury 2 bdrm townhome for rent. Call 1-604-485-8475.

2006 ROYAL Heavy Duty enclosed cargo trailer, white, 13,800lb capacity 8.5wx16.5lx82”h, 16” tires, twin 7000lb axles, no rivets. Asking $7500, obo. (250)9324309.

Ladysmith: 3 bdrm home in quiet area, avail. Aug. 1st, n/s, n/p, ref’s required, $1295/mo.

TRANSPORTATION AUTO FINANCING

Chemainus: 4 bdrm ocean view apartment, f/s, shared w/d, n/s, n/p, avail now, ref’s required, $995/mo.

Saltair: 2 bdrm suite, quiet setting with car port, shared utils, f/s, w/d, n/s, n/p, avail. now, ref’s required, $750/mo.

Call Royal LePage 250-245-0975

OFFICE/RETAIL LADYSMITH, APPROX 900 sq ft ofﬁce space w/ bathroom/kitchen area in professional bldg, ground entry w/ prkg. Avail immed, $700 mo. Call Doug at 250-246-0321.

SUITES, LOWER LADYSMITH - NEWLY reno’d 2 bdrm, 1 bath, ground ﬂoor, self contained, N/P, N/S. Refs req’d, avail Sept. 1, $1000/mo. John 250-741-7739. LADYSMITH: 3 bdrm, level entry suite, lrg yard, f/s. w/d, ocean views, ref’s req’d. Avail. Aug. 1st. Call: 250-245-3143.

SUITES, UPPER Saltair: ocean front 1 avail. now, very quiet quiet tenant only, huge n/p, shared laundry, incl., deposit & ref’s $750/mo, 250-245-3502.

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Chemainus: 3 bdrm duplex, upper ﬂoor with great views, f/s, w/d, n/s, n/p, avail. now, ref’s required, $895/mo.

South Wellington Area: 1 bdrm suite in quiet and private country setting, n/s, n/p, avail. Aug. 1st. ref’s required, $850/mo.

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CARS TOP DOLLAR Paid! Want To Buy Junk Cars & Trucks for cash. 1-250-954-7843.

SPORTS & IMPORTS

OCEAN GOING Sailboat. The ideal vessel to cruise local waters this winter, a warm comfortable closed wheelhouse cutter, 50 feet on deck. One owner last 40 years, vessel is well taken care of, right down to meticulous housekeeping and spares kits. Painted, varnished and clean. No rust. Beautifully ﬁtted galley, built-in freezer and sep. fridge. Roller furling jib, staysail. main and storm sails, most about two years old and immaculate. All rigging stainless. Engine room to eat from, new Kubota 67hp diesel gives 6 knots at about 1600 revs. Wagner autopilot: the best steersman on board. Radar. Bunks for eight; luxury for two. One electric head. Two ninety-gallon stainless water tanks and a 65 gallon utility tank. Ready to sail with complete charts and GPS, fuel in tanks, and the best moorage in West Vancouver. This is one of the ferro boats worth seeing. Photos on-line through Harbour Yachts, Fisherman’s Cove, West Van. Comes with dinghies etc., new life jackets, too much to mention. Was $140, now $90. Talk to Dan about the “Talofa Lee”, 604921-7428

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Up Coming ANNUAL PANCAKE BREAKFAST - Eagles, Sun, Aug 14 (Lady Days), 8-11 am. $4, kids 6 and under free! Eagles Hall, everyone welcome.

ANNUAL STEAK DINNER - Eagles, Sun, Aug 14 (Lady Days) 4-7 pm. $10, Eagles Hall, everyone welcome. FREE JUNIOR GOLF CLINIC - Ages 7-14, Courtesy of Ladysmith Golf Club, 380 Davis Rd. Tue and Fri’s 2-4 pm in July, Register at clubhouse or call 250245-7313. VERNON SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL - Class of 1981 30-year reunion on Sat, July 30, 2011. Starts at 6 pm, Best Western Vernon Lodge Hotel. $30 per person. RSVP by July 1 to grad81@hotmail.ca. Or call Rod at 250-545-5303 for more information.

Beyond Your Expectations

KINSMEN/BROWN DR. PLAYGROUND PROJECT HAS SET UP A FUNDRAISING ACCOUNT at the Junction Bottle Depot, on Ludlow Rd. in Ladysmith. People can take all their empty bottles, juice containers, pop or beer cans, etc (anything you can get a refund for) to the bottle depot and they will credit the funds to the proposed playground at Kin Park in Ladysmith. The name of the account is the "Kin Park Playground" and all we ask is that if folks take their returns to the Junction Bottle Depot they just tell the staff that they wish to put the money into the Kin Park Playground account.

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$349,900

Beautiful 3 bdrm,3 bath, home on Gilson. Vendor will carry some ﬁnancing, or trade fo a lesser home, what have you. Lets be creative and make a deal.

Val Irwin 250.268.4701

Devin Hawes 250.246.7833

$429,900 High end 1700sqft Rancher with some ocean views from deck.

Panoramic View $217,900 3 bedroom, character, basement home with gorgeous ocean view clear to the mainland.

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Gorgeous 3644 sq. ft. home with main level entry & walk-out basement. Enjoy luxury living in this peaceful and private rural setting as well as the convenience of being minutes from local amenities! Call for more information or visit www.saltairoceanfront.com

$699,900 2.53 Acres Private Walk-On Waterfront Property with lots of fruit trees, beautiful garden area and an older home with separate workshop. This is a rare ﬁnd.

Reduced to $259,900

Beautiful 1683 sq ft open ﬂoor plan home on it’s own lot with vaulted ceilings, 3 bedrooms 2 baths, gas ﬁreplace and a very private back yard early possession is possible.

$439,900

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509 509 Louise Louise Road Road Asking $529,900 Asking $529,900 Built to exactBuilt to exacting standards. ing standards. Great location Great location & ocean views. & ocean views. 5 bedrooms - 4 5 bedrooms - 4 baths. baths.

## 11 -- 88 White White Street Street NOW $194,900 NOW $194,900 Like new - 2

Like newcondo -2 bedroom bedroom condo walking distance walking distance to parks and to parks and downtown. downtown. Even some Even oceansome views. ocean views.

Impeccable 4 bedroom, 4 bath home, newly renovated with new roof, heat pump, ﬂooring, and more! All on a beautiful landscaped .20 acre, with RV parking.

$469,900

Spectacular Ocean View 3 bedroom (each with an ensuite) 2169 sq ft home. With hardwood ﬂoors, 9 ft ceilings, gas ﬁreplace and a wrap around deck all sitting on a beautiful private yard.

640 Trans Canada Hwy Box 970, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A7

Lot 1 - Walker Road $159,900 Lot 1 - Walker $159,900 Large .2 acre Road - Ocean view Large .2 acre - Ocean view

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