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Take icy dip this Sunday Niomi Pearson THE CHRONICLE

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Rick O’Doherty (far left) and Sylvia Massey from Harvest House Food Bank received more than $9,000 in cash and food from employees at the Western Forest Products mill in Chemainus, including, from left, Richard Bazille, Dusty Palmer, Ken Simmonds, Kathy DiLalla and Roland Pelletier.

Mill workers donate $9,000 to food bank the stories on the radio, you don’t know when it could be us. Mills are always closing.” “A lot of us don’t live here, so Employees at the Western F o r e s t P r o d u c t s m i l l i n it’s giving back to the commuChemainus usually do some nity you’re working in,” added kind of fundraising for the Polgari. Employees at the mill collectHarvest House Food Bank ed $9,283 – including cash and each year. This year, they took it even food – in only two weeks. Employees donated through further, and last week, they handed over more than $9,000 their paycheques, and they in cash and food to Harvest participated in various events, including a beer and burger House. Employees Ken Simmonds night, which sold out in only and Liz Polgari initiated this a week, and a silent auction. As well, WFP retirees collectyear’s fundraiser and challenged the three crews at the ed 500 pounds of food during mill to see which crew could one of their breakfasts. “The community was so raise the most money for the generous,” said Palmer. “The food bank. Polgari asked Simmonds if whole community donated they were going to do any- stuff without hesitation. It was thing for Harvest House this really good.” “It came together so well,” year, so Simmonds spoke to Roland Pelletier, and they noted Kathy DiLalla. The Cowichan Valley comdecided they should challenge the crews. Western Forest munity really helped out, and Products (WFP) offered to Western Forest Products and give the winning crew pizza its employees past and presand then ended up donating a ent made this year’s fundload of cedar for a silent auc- raising such a success, noted Simmonds. tion. There are three crews at the “We’re pretty fortunate, so we thought it would be nice mill — day, afternoon and to give back,” said employee graveyard — and the afterDusty Palmer. “Listening to noon crew won the fundrais-

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ing challenge. Employees say the fundraising events brought them together and created a lot of camaraderie at the mill. “We felt so good doing it,” said Palmer. “It was really fun,” agreed DiLalla. “For a two-week stint, we did a lot better than we expected. It was a good feelgood thing.” This much cash will make a huge difference at the food bank, according to Harvest House Food Bank Society president Sylvia Massey. “Our buying power with cash is more so than if you donate food,” she said. “It’s going to be huge.” And the timing couldn’t be better, as numbers are up at the food bank. In the Chemainus-Crofton area, the number of people using the food bank has gone up from 250 to 300, noted Rick O’Doherty, who does public relations for Harvest House. WFP employees are already planning for next year’s fundraising. “Next year, we’ll do it again, but we’re starting it right away in January,” said Roland Pelletier.

This Sunday, Transfer Beach will be the proverbial baptism grounds for dozens of Ladysmith residents looking for a fresh start. The traditional Polar Bear Swim will take place on the first day of 2012, and organizers say thrill seekers can expect the same bone-chilling fun as in years past. “It’s shock therapy,” says Lois Walkling, the town’s aquatics supervisor. “They freeze out the old and get ready for the new.” At noon, participants ranging from pre-elementary age to mid80s will dash into the freezing cold waters of the Ladysmith Harbour. Hot chocolate, ribbons, certificates and a roaring

bonfire will await them on the shore. “It’s a fun, silly thing people do to challenge each other ... some may be with a little bit of a hangover, but lots without as well,” Walkling said. “We tote is as being the first and fastest event of the year. All of our special events usually go on two to four hours — this one lasts 30 seconds.” About 52 people attended the 2011 Polar Bear swim. The first swim was in 1988, after a group of friends including Parks and Rec employee Kate Glenn, decided to take a New Year’s dip at Transfer. Since then, the event has grown, attracting as many as 150 participants. As is tradition, some participants will show

RCMP sergeant could go to Sudan Niomi Pearson THE CHRONICLE

While many of us m a k e N e w Ye a r ’s plans and resolutions, RCMP Staff Sgt. Roger Plamondon is packing his bags and preparing to spend 2012 in a whole new country. Plamondon is one of 17 police officers across Canada shortlisted for a position with the United Nations, to complete a one-year mission in Sudan. If it goes ahead as planned, Plamondon will fly to Ottawa Jan. 3 for orientation and then it’s off to Sudan Jan. 14. “They haven’t said specifically what we’re going to be doing there, but there are some police officers there at the moment, and right now, what they’re

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up in costume or in bikinis to show off their (not-so-tanned) winter tans. “We have everybody from over-dressed to under-dressed, but definitely dressed,” Walkling said. “We have people in costumes and people just with their clothes or bathing suits on.” The Ladysmith Coast Guard Auxiliary will be on hand to supervise the event on the water, while a certified lifeguard will keep an eye on the festivities from the shore. This year, for the first time, there will be a donation bin for attendees wishing to make a contribution to the food bank. Registration for the swim starts at 11 a.m. Call the community centre at 250-245-6424 for more information.

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TOWN OF LADYSMITH

NOTICES & NEWS Council Meeting Schedule Council Meetings Public Dialogue with Council Government Services Committee Mayor’s Open Door – City Hall City Hall (410 Esplanade) Business Hours Corner of Esplanade and Roberts St.

Monday, January 9th and Monday, January 16th at 7:00 p.m. Monday, January 9th, 6:30 - 6:55 p.m. Monday, January 16th at 5:30 p.m. Thursdays, 4:30-6:00 p.m. Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Except statutory holidays

STATUTORY HOLIDAY / OFFICE CLOSURES City Hall and Public Works will close at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, December 23rd and will re-open on Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012 at 9:00 a.m. The Frank Jameson Community Centre Pool and Fitness Centre will be closed on December 24, 25, 26, 31 and January 1. Please call the information hotline at 250.245.6425 during the Holidays for the Holiday Schedule.

TOWN OF LADYSMITH WEBSITE Check out our NEW website! New look, new format, lots of useful information. www.ladysmith.ca We are always looking for suggestions to make it even better.

Dog Licences Dog owners are reminded that 2012 dog tags now available. The Town offers a discount for early purchase. Fees are as follows: Price Prior to February 1st Price as of February 1st Neutered / Spayed $20 $30 Not Neutered or Spayed $30 $40 Licences (tags) are available at City Hall, 410 Esplanade during regular ofﬁce hours, at Frank Jameson Community Centre, 810 6th Avenue and Little Rascals Pet Store – 416 First Avenue.

SNOW REMOVAL In the event of a snowfall, the Town of Ladysmith clear “heavily traveled” sidewalks along First Avenue and Dogwood Drive. For all other areas, property owners and residents are reminded that a Town Bylaw requires you to clear all snow and ice from the sidewalk in front of your premises. Removal should take place no later than 10:00 a.m. on each day of a snowfall. This will greatly assist and ensure the safety of the elderly and those with limited mobility. The Town will make every effort to keep major roads and collector streets open and to clear snow from residential streets as soon as possible after a snowfall. Snow removal priorities for Town crews are emergency establishments and main roads, followed by collector roads and then side streets. Thank you for your assistance in keeping our streets safe.

GARBAGE / RECYCLING COLLECTION Garbage / Recycling pick up days will move forward two days following the Christmas and Boxing Day statutory holidays (observed on December 26th and 27th). Garbage / Recycling pick up days will move forward one day following the New Years Day statutory holiday (observed on January 3, 2012). 2012 Garbage schedules are on the schedule you received at the end of last year. If you need a new schedule you can pick one up at City Hall or Frank Jameson Community Centre. You can also ﬁnd your schedule on the Town’s NEW website at: http://www.ladysmith.ca/our-services/garbage-recycling

FOURTH QUARTER UTILITY BILLS – Watch the mail for yours. Utility bills for October to December will be mailed in late January. If you haven’t received your bill by the end of the month, or have any questions about your bill, please call 250.245.6414, ext. 6206. Any amounts outstanding after March 14th will be charged a penalty of 10%. Please ensure you pay prior to the due date to avoid the penalty.

Ladysmith Parks, Recreation & Culture – January 2012 HAPPY NEW YEAR! Christmas Break Activities continue December 27 – 30 at the Community Centre 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Community Centre is CLOSED December 31 & January 1 (see you at Transfer Beach!) 23rd Annual Polar Bear Swim – Transfer Beach Sunday, January 1, 2012 join the crowd at the beach for a quick dip and hot cocoa…register 11:00 a.m., splash at noon! My Story Your Story Family Literacy Day 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. Saturday, January 28 at the Ladysmith Library Check your Winter 2012 Activity Guide for special events throughout the season! (If you didn’t receive one in the mail, drop by the Community Centre for a copy) PRESCHOOL Arts Council Tiny Tots Art (parent participation); Tartan Tots Intro to Highland Dance (parent participation); Ballet; Gymnastics; World Cup Soccer Tots; Taekwondo for Tykes; LaFF Family Resource Program at the Aggie, & Family Frolics at the Community Centre and Aggie (laffcoordinator@shaw.ca); Childminding available for some ﬁtness and swim programs (call 250.245.6424 for information) CHILDREN Arts Council Imagination Creation classes; Irish Dance; Karate Level 1 & 2; Gymnastics, World Cup Soccerama, Stay Safe at Home; Classic Yoga; Babysitter Training; Kids Floor Hockey. YOUTH* (TEEN) Arts Council Journal Collage Workshop; Check out Youth Zone Fridays (and some afternoons) at the Rec Room pool, ping-pong, foosball, air hockey, karaoke, videos, internet, board games, snacks, and more! Karate Level 1 & 2; Classic Yoga; *note: Youth 16 years and older may participate in many adult programs. ADULT/SENIOR Arts Council classes (Watercolours, Coffee & Clay, Mixed Media, Self-Discover & Collage; Drawing Fun with Ink); Spanish lessons; 50+ Computer Club; Argentine Tango; Belly Dance for Women; Karate Level 1 & 2;

Taekwondo for Women; Classic Yoga; Mosaics for Everyone; Ladysmith Community Garden Workshops (food security, soil, composting, fertilizers, square foot gardening, growing small fruits on Vancouver Island, symbiotic gardening, optimizing water use, greenhouses, and more!) and check out fitness and aquatic programs below! SWIMMING LESSONS etc. Starting January 9 (Monday/Wednesday), January 10 (Tuesday/Thursday), & January 7 (Saturday) AQUATIC LEADERSHIP Register now: Junior Lifeguard Club: January 13, 5:30-6:30 p.m. (Every Friday for 10 weeks) Bronze Medallion/Cross: January 6 – 21, Fridays 5:0010:00 p.m. and Saturdays 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Assistant Water Safety Instructor: Monday –Wednesday January 16-February 8, 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. Mt. Brenton Power & Sail Squadron Boating Course: Monday & Thursday, January 9 – February 27, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. FITNESS, WET OR DRY PROGRAMS Drop-In Wet: Aquafit; Adaptive Fitness; Restorative Aquatic Therapy; Baby & Me Aquafit; Length Swimming; and NEW Water Spin! Registered Wet: Aqua Adult Swim Lessons (beginner or intermediate). Drop-In Dry: Cardio Circuit; Retro-Robics; Drop-In Spin; Fitness Lite; Reps, Sets & Strength; Core Essentials; Yoga; Silver & Fit; space permitting, you may pay a drop in fee for registered fitness programs (phone to check at 245-6424) Registered Dry: Spin; Shift & Lift; Spin & Core; Classic Yoga; 3 C’s; Bootcamp; Zumba Dance; Easy Tai Chi; Osteofit 1 & 2; Weekend Warrior; TRX Bosu Combo; Boxercise Kickboxing; Indoor Golf Lessons; Space permitting, you may pay a drop in fee for registered fitness programs (phone to check at 250.2450.6424) Personal Training Available: 250.245.6414 (ex 6237) or talk to a personal trainer!

FOR REGISTRATION OR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 250.245.6424 or visit our NEW website at www.ladysmith.ca for the complete Winter 2012 Activity Guide, including the latest ﬁtness and pool schedules!

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Gas stolen from VIU grounds There were a total of 68 calls for service over this period of time. To date, 3,978 incidents have been reported (4,247 for the same period in 2010).

Ladysmith RCMP news Dec. 14 to Dec. 19 Provided by Ladysmith RCMP

Wednesday, Dec. 14

} A theft of diesel from the heavy-duty machines at the VIU training centre was reported on Timberlands Road and Ninatti Road. About $600 of diesel was stolen. As there have been several thefts from the area, the RCMP is seeking public assistance. } The RCMP was requested to assist the fire department at the rear of a property on Westdowne Road. The RCMP attended and saw a small fire where it appears the residents were burning wire. The fire department has attended this location numerous times. The property is filled with unsightly junk, cars, tires, motor parts and various garbage. Avenues are being pursued to address these local concerns. Thursday, Dec. 15

} The RCMP attended a residence on Chemainus Road. Two individuals were arrested for assault. They were later released for a court appearance on promises to appear and undertakings to appear. Friday, Dec. 16 } Meat and baked goods were stolen from a freezer under a carport on Wagon Wheel Drive. The owner believes the theft occurred between 7 p.m. and midnight because her dogs were barking. The

stolen food included a 30-pound turkey, eight steaks, pork chops and baking valued at $200. } RCMP received a call that an individual was running around high in the streets and needed medical attention. Emergency Health Services were on scene when RCMP arrived, but the client refused to go with them and just wished to go home. Members transported the young intoxicated person to his house and released him to his father. } A report was received of a man down in front of the Chinese restaurant at Roberts Street and Transfer Beach. A male was arrested for being drunk in public and taken to Ladysmith cells until sober. Saturday, Dec. 17 } The RCMP were called to a local liquor establishment due to an individual who had been evicted but had re-entered the premises. The male was given a violation ticket for being intoxicated in public and a court appearance for the Liquor Control Act. } The RCMP was conducting a roadblock at Roberts Street and the highway. An individual

pulled up and identified himself through a keyword and a driver’s licence number. CPIC shows that he is to be served a notice of driving prohibition. This was done, and his vehicle was impounded for seven days. The individual was issued a ticket for failure to produce a driver’s licence. Sunday, Dec. 18 } A mischief/theft was reported from a commercial vehicle on Simpson Road. An employee was cleaning the trucks when he realized that two Freightliner delivery trucks had broken windows. The damage was estimated at $200. } A theft of gas was reported from a vehicle parked in a driveway overnight. The owner filled her tank yesterday for $80. Today, the gas tank was empty. Monday, Dec. 19 } Between the evening of Dec. 17 and the morning of Dec. 19, gas was stolen from heavyduty machinery belonging to VIU while it was parked at the university’s Timberlands Road compound. The suspects broke the locks off the gate and fuel tanks before syphoning the gas using pieces of black three-quarterinch PVC pipe routinely used as water line. } A vehicle was parked at Coronation Mall while the owner was working her night shift. When she returned to her car Dec. 18 at about 1 a.m., she noticed it had been rear-ended and her bumper was caved in.

School District 68 (Nanaimo-Ladysmith) Success for All

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Proof of your address. This can be a credit card statement, utility bill, mortgage statement, municipal tax bill, or rental agreement with your name and address, or a notary-authorized letter. For more information about French Immersion, Learn@Home, specialty academies, and out-of-catchment registration, visit the school district website: www.sd68.bc.ca

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From Chronicles past December, 1936 December, 1911 On Dec. 11, the Chronicle highlightA resident reported that he spotted a number of Japanese operating two ed the abdication of King Edward 30-foot fishing boats with seine nets, VIII. The full document was printed two scows with houses built on them on the front page and included a and three gasoline launches in the declaration that Edward’s brother, vicinity of Cowichan Gap. It appears the Duke of York, was to ascend illegal fishing has been going on at to the throne. Local physician Dr. the spawning grounds for a number Hanington loaned a radio to the high of weeks. “The local fine for illegal school, and it was set up in the cenfishing is 20 dollars, which is less tral hall so students could hear the than the value of one ton of herring, king’s final broadcast from London. thus it is not surprising that the [Note: George VI’s coronation took lawbreakers are carrying on these place May 12, 1937, the date previillicit endeavours, especially in light ously intended for Edward VIII.] On the last day of the year, the of the fact that the fishing inspector has not been seen around there for Chronicle reported local businesses had experienced record sales during a number of years.” An editorial printed two weeks the holidays, a welcome sign during before Christmas was definitely not the last years of the Depression. The brimming over with holiday spirit. article stated that, “Sales of liquor Here is what the grumpy editor had under seal, the volume of gift purchases in toys and novelties, and to say about “current marriages”: “Half the marriages in this world business in dry goods was double are nothing but bubbles and barter. the volume of last Christmas.” December, 1961 A man wants a wife. He casts about A coroner’s inquest into the death for an even exchange. In a year, he is tired of his bargain. In five years, of a Ladysmith High School student love is dead, and cold-browed toler- has ruled that no one is to blame. ance inherits love’s garments. In 20 Ralph Willcox, 18, drowned when years, tolerance is in its grave and the car in which he and two friends hate reigns supreme. The wife is were riding skidded off the slipnaggy and prickly and puckish. The pery Government Wharf. The driver, husband is dogmatic and reticent and Michael Kotilla, 17, and another pasmean. But there they hang together senger, Michael Battie, 15, escaped, on the bough, like two gnarled and but Willcox could not get his door frosted apples, until the winds of open in time. It was estimated that death dislodge them and away they the car was travelling at 20 miles per go. The only way to be rid of bubble hour when it approached the rainmarriages — marriages that turn out slicked wharf, but the tires had only emptiness with one drop of water as 30 per cent of the tread left, and the the residue, and that drop a tear — is driver was unable to stop the vehicle to educate our boys and girls to do from sliding into the sea. Quick thinking by a 13-year-old presomething higher than playing with pipes and soapy water. Give them vented a tragedy when fire broke out something more earnest to do and in the home of Delbert Rozell. Nancy see that they do it. Compel men and Rinta was babysitting the Rozells’ women to choose their life compan- four children when she realized ions with a tithe of the solemnity the house was on fire. She calmly they bring to the selection of a car- instructed the three older children to go across the alley to summon her riage horse or a ribbon.” At 11 a.m. on Sat., Dec. 23, an attempt parents while she entered the front was made to rob the Canadian Bank bedroom to rescue a 10-month-old of Commerce. Teller Mr. Ray was baby. Firemen were on the scene asked by a man with a revolver to within minutes, but Fire Chief James hand over $1,000. He replied “noth- Lumsden credited Nancy’s calm ing doing” and responded by pulling approach and quick action with savout his own gun. The man ran into ing the children’s lives. Compiled by Ed the street. Police are now looking for Nicholson, Ladysmith the culprit, whom Mr. Ray was able Historical Society to describe in detail.

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Delivering Christmas cheer

About 130 volunteers gathered at Aggie Hall early last week to sort food and toys and fill and deliver Christmas hampers to local families. This year, 167 families registered for hampers, and volunteers delivered more than 400 boxes, along with a generous amount of toys, according to Lois Robertson,who co-ordinated the hampers. LINDSAY CHUNG/CHRONICLE

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What generosity means to children Grade 4/5 French Immersion students form Ecole Davis Road Elementary share their Christmas stories A very misterious boy By Chiara Sedola, Gr. 5 Would you like to donate to the Christmas Holiday Fund For Kids? No, have you gone mad. Give me one good reason to donate to this Christmas what ever it is shopkeeper! Well it is the season of giving Mr. Givingson said

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the shopkeaper. That was the evrey day talk in genereosity town, meny people wonderd what the name ment but meny people say the meaning has been long lost. So as Mr. Givingson truged on through the snow he wondered what was generoesity and how do you do it. Than in the dead

of night a misterious little boy came into town. He went straight to the gloomy house at the end of a dead end street. (Oh forgot to tell you that was Mr. Givingson’s house.) He entered without a sound. But once he entered the house he was not a boy but a man without a home. He went upstairs, which

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woke up Mr. Givingson. He came out of his room and before he had a chance to speak the man said you must give more to others and not to yourself. I worn you now! What do you mean? Who are you and what are you doing in my house?! It is my house as much as it is yours for I am you but 20 years older, change your ways or beware! Mr. Givingson woke up in a cold sweat. He headed down to the shop and dumped $600 for the Fund For Kids. From that day on Mr. Givingson all the time gave generosity to evreywon. The end. Generosity at Christmas time By Rowan Allair, Gr. 4 One day not so long ago, there was a girl named Emma. In her family she had a sixteen year old brother named Max and a three year old sister named Rose. She had a mom named Claire and a dad named Ryan. She also had a boxer named Milo and a cat named Flower. Emma loved to volunteer at the SPCA. On Christmas she would cook dog treats to bring to the SPCA. There was a dog at the SPCA that she loved. His name

was Bean. He was the cutest dog ever! He was a Papillon. She loved Bean so much that she made extra special peanut butter dog treats for him. Emma’s mom said that this Christmas she could take him home! Emma was super excited. She spent hours getting her room ready. Emma knew that this Christmas was going to be the best Christmas ever! Generosity at Christmas By Katie Dodd, Gr. 5 Generosity is doing something really nice for someone. It’s doing something for someone when they don’t expect it. It could be helping someone with their homework, or getting something for someone who needs it, helping at the foodbank or helping someone with their groceries. This year, at Christmas, I will try to do 5 nice things for people less fortunate. Generosity is a big part of Christmas. This year, as I said, I will do 5 good things. I have decided that I will: ask my mom if I can volunteer at the foodbank or at least donate some of my old toys, books and clothes to charity. Also, I want

to give something extra to the child whom we sponsor, who lives in Gana. I would write the rest of my ideas, but I shouldn’t. By Meghan Alsop, Gr. 5 Generosity at Christmas is about giving and helping others. Here are some examples, you can help someone shovel their driveway or carry their groceries across the street for them. You can also help at the food bank during your extra time. I have a story for you. Here it is, my friend and I were riding our bikes around town. We stopped and walked our bikes across the crosswalk. When we got to the other side someone dropped their coat and didn’t notice. So I picked it up and gave it to them. After that I felt so good. When I got home I thought of some things that I could do to help my mom. So I decided to clean the whole upstairs when my mom left to go to the grocery store. She walked out the door and I started to work. I picked up everything off the floor and I vacumed the floor. Once I finished she just got in the door. She walked upstairs to find

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Winter break fun and stories By Ella Van Horne, they are going to make the food bank, donate occasionally go inside Gr. 5 a fort and then it will books to a toy drive, and watch movies, play During winter break, be a fort war. After 30 help around the house video games, drink hot I w i l l h a v e o n e o f minuts you can make or try to stop arguing chocolate and eggnog. Camille’s friends over peace and it will be all with my sister. Share On Christmas eve I plus my grandparents. over. Your friend and my stuff with everywill go to my “foamoas” I also hope it’ll snow will share the two forts one. Now I will write (Danish for grandma) so my brother can have and it will be all over. about generosity at house and eat diner, eat a snowball fight and And that is how you Christmas. Generosity dessert, sing Christmas make a snowman. Also, win a snowball game. at Christmas is donat- carolls and open some we have to go shopping ing food to those who presents and then go for two new stockings By Bill Buckman can’t afford Christmas home stay up til about because there’s eight I will give my broth the dinner. Generosity at 1 a.m. and then go to o f u s a n d w e o n l y present has wanted Christmas is donating bed. On Christmas I have six stockings. On his whole life. It’s a toys to a toy drive so will wake up at about Christmas Eve we are remote control jete for that kids who can’t 7:00 or 8:00 a.m. Then I going to bake Christmas Christmas. I hope mom afford presents can will open my stocking cookies then decorate got me the present I h a v e p r e s e n t s a n d play some vids til my them. For Christmas I wanted. It is a ipad2 everyone’s happy. But brother and perants hope I get rollerblades! or a laptop + I will git generosity at Christmas wake up then open my Ever since I read about mom the handcream a n d g e n e r o s i t y i n presents. And then play them in a book. I have she wanted! general shouldn’t be with them til Christmas already made my brothtreated any different! break finishes! er an awesome present By Reese Beadall You should be generthat I hope he will like During the winter ous all the time! Not a lot. One of our fam- break me, my Dad, j u s t a t C h r i s t m a s ! ily Christmas traditions my mom, my brother Because lets say it’s is that on Christmas S h a y n e , m y U n c l e , Nov. 3rd and you’re Eve, our dad hides an my Grandpa and my eating dinner and lets ornament called the Grandma are going to say it’s pasta. And you Christmas Pickle. In Hawaii well Maui to be hate pasta. You should the morning when we exact on the 19th. I’v be grateful. Because all get up, my brother never been to Hawaii somewhere else there and I search for it in before but I have been is probably a family the tree. The first one to Disny land, mexico that’s eating two cans to find it wins a prize. twice, Disny world, a of corn for dinner. So cruis to the Carabien, remember: treat every By Honor Leiviska, Edmonton, the Rocky day like Christmas and Gr. 5 mountains, now Hawaii be generous with your During the winter and I might even go to time, money and stuff. break i will be happy India in 2013. As you for all of the presents can see Iv been on alot By Marcell TothI get (if I dont like that of vacations! When Szabo, Gr. 5 present I will be thank- we get off the plain If it snows i will probful for it.) Christmas were going to the hotel ably go sleding with my is a time of happyness unpack and stuff. The friends and drink hot and giving. I think that next day were going chocolate. I might also everyone should be to go to cosco because go to mt. washington happy and thankful are hotel is not an all for skiing and tubing for their presents. And incusev. If it snows with one of my friends. they should be thankful before or after we go I’m also going to go for for a house and shelter me and my brother are a lot of sleepovers. and because its very cold going to sled and snow then were going to have outside on Christmas board in my big yard. a new years party and eve and day and ... Oh To be GENEROS this also i’m going to enjoy sorry I think i’m writing season I will share and the Christmas presents about thanksgiving but be nice to my brother of course but then back really i’m writing about and im making coast- to school. THE END Christmas. the END!! ers and ornament for everybody in my fam- By David Petersen By Maia ily! The end. During the winter O’Donnell, Gr. 5 break, I will maybe go When your in a snow By Beatrix Taylor, to Canadian Tire and ball fight and you are Gr. 5 get a snowball maker lousing win it the adult During the winter and a snow brick maker way. Build a snow fort break I will ... help out but only if it snows. I’ll invite them in and make with anything I can. As build some forts and them jealous, that way in helping an old lady by snow balls. I’ll hang out there is no cheating holding the door open. with a lot of my friends and no criying, then I could donate food to do stupid stunts and

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YOUR WORDS “We have everybody from over-dressed to under-dressed, but definitely dressed.” Lois Walkling, Page 3

ith 2012 sneaking up on us right around the corner, it’s hard not to get caught up in the idea of new beginnings and change. The beginning of a new year inevitably comes with thoughts of starting fresh and of change and improvement — at least for me. THIS will be the year I finally lose all that weight. THIS will be the year I save money and actually build a “rainy day fund.” THIS will be the year I learn to play an instrument and make it sound like real, actual music. THIS will be the year I roast a chicken and have people over for dinner, just like a real grown up. You get the idea..... For me, the end of one year and the beginning of a new one is filled with about as much hope as I’m capable of holding onto at one time. And yet, it’s always tempered by some realism that I haven’t actually done any of those things I thought I’d do other years, so why will things be any different this time? I’ve never been one to make proper New Year’s resolutions because I don’t have faith that I can actually keep them. But I still can’t help but get excited when I think of the blank canvas in front of me that is the coming year. Especially this year. I have a new job and a new home, and I break into a giant ear-to-ear grin whenever I think about that. I probably won’t lose 30 pounds this year, and I probably won’t start investing in mutual funds. But I just hope I will remember this sense of excitement and carry it throughout the year. And that is my hope for you as well. Whether you make resolutions or not, and whether you keep them or not, I hope that 2012 is full of moments where you look ahead eagerly, and I hope that if starting a new year fills you with hope and excitement, you can find a way to keep that feeling throughout the year. All the very best to you and yours in 2012. — Lindsay Chung

Question of the Week Do you make New Year’s resolutions? 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 Are you travelling this Christmas? Yes 26% No 73% 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.

Local governments already taking steps to adapt to climate change Canadians were shocked when our environment minister announced that Canada would be the first nation to withdraw from the Kyoto accord. Canada will now be shut out of the group of nations that will make a difference in future negotiations. While the door is still open to a new climate change treaty, no legallybinding emissions reductions will take place for almost a decade. For New Democrats, this is a missed chance to invest in the new energy economy, and Canadians will lose job opportunities because of Conservative inaction. The rest of the world is moving forward with clean energy solutions and creating well-paying long-term jobs along with those solutions. Both the European Union

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and the United States have recently begun closing the door on trade opportunities with Canada due to Conservative inaction on climate change. That means we are losing investment dollars as companies that are developing innovative ways both of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and of adapting to climate change decide to invest where national governments support their work. In Nanaimo-Cowichan, local governments are already taking steps to adapt to climate change and the severe weather that will accompany it. In Nanaimo, the city has been working on steep slope developments to

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deal with the pressure to build on hillsides. They created bylaws that altered standard development practices, encouraging developers to work with the landscape and provide greater opportunity for rainwater to be absorbed by the landscape. The Town of Ladysmith developed its Community Energy Plan in 2008 with 31 actions identified that the town wants to implement, including a plan to build all new municipal buildings with 25 per cent better energy performance than the Model National Energy Code. Since the energy audit for the plan revealed that nearly 15 per cent of green-

house gas emissions come from buildings that will make a significant dent in future emissions. You can see more of the plan at http://www.ladysmith.ca/sustainabilitygreen-living/energy-stewardship. But actions by local governments alone will not create a vibrant new energy economy. We need this Conservative government to commit to action on climate change now. Instead, in Durban, our environment minister proposed a different binding climate deal — ignoring the two decades of negotiations it took to get the existing climate treaty in place. What government would want to deal with Canada on a new climate treaty when Canada turned its back on the old one?

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Hutchins posing in 10 per cent shift picture hypocritical Editor: Re: Shift 10 per cent article in the Dec. 13 Ladysmith Chronicle I find it very hypocritical of Mayor Rob Hutchins posing with the Downtown Business Association and Chamber of Commerce and suggesting that the citizens of Ladysmith shift 10 per cent of their spending to the local merchants, when it is the Town of Ladysmithâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s policy that if you can buy things that are five per cent less out of town, to do so. Barrie Morris Ladysmith

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Editor: Three sure things for B.C. taxpayers are that Gordon Campbell is gone, the HST will be gone, and it is only a matter of time for Adrian Dix to raise payments on all government services and a nice increase to your income taxes if he is given the premierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s job. Remember that the so-called savings in the HST will be offset with increases from an NDP government. To all you voters that think you did a good job in rejecting the HST, think again. If the NDP forms the next government, you would have been better off, dollar-wise, in keeping the HST. Just another point for the rest of Canada to take a laugh at B.C. taxpayers. Unbelievable but so true. Joe Sawchuk Duncan

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Brennan states that â&#x20AC;&#x153;50 per cent of students who require additional services do not receive funding for those services.â&#x20AC;? In order to support these students with special needs, other programs and opportunities must be [cut]. As a result of these cuts, Nanaimo has the highest class sizes in British Columbia. I frequently ask trustees and principals why they are silent on our districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lack of student support and class size limits. The response is always the same: â&#x20AC;&#x153;we cannot speak in support of teacher job action and bargaining.â&#x20AC;? I remind trustees and principals that standing up for students of Nanaimo Ladysmith is not a â&#x20AC;&#x153;union position.â&#x20AC;? Every student has the right to quality public education. Guaranteed supports and class size limits were illegally removed in 2002. It is the job of principals and elected trustees to advocate for the needs of students. Over the past decade, both groups have failed our students and community with their silent approval of the status quo.

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Be part of a vision Editor: We know that most, if not all, of your readers love to visit the Chemainus murals. Many thousands have taken their family and friends to experience â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Little Town That Did.â&#x20AC;? Have they ever wondered how those projects come about? For the first time in 30 years, your readers can now not only witness the creation of a mural but also take part in making it happen. At the same time, they can make a gift for life by sponsoring one of their loved ones, friends and family on the latest project, Chemainusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; s largest â&#x20AC;&#x153;MuralSculpture.â&#x20AC;? It is a great opportunity to give a wonderful present not only to friends and family, but also to Chemainus. After several years of searching, imagining, planning and dreaming, we are ready to turn our vision of building a monument to Emily

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January January was off to a fresh start as a couple of dozen Ladysmith residents faced the year head-on with a plunge into Ladysmith Harbour. Local firefighters started their tree-chipping efforts to raise money for their vintage parade fire truck. Sadly, 2011 was off to a bad start as a massive fire at the Ladysmith Maritime Society dock contributed to the death of a visitor from Revelstoke. The death was a shock to the entire community and witnessed many crews

working together to 64-year-old Ladysmith mitigate the damage. man was arrested Dec. There was another fire 15, 2010, with what in Cedar after a truck RCMP estimated was smashed into the gas o n e m i l l i o n p o r n o pumps at Chuckwagon graphic images with Market. children. Light Up was ready for And to close out the a takedown in January month of January 2011, as organizers packed in a strange looking ship the cherished event for drew some even stranganother year. er looks after it was disMid-January brought covered the boat was a couple of blasts of damaged, parked in the white stuff, cancel- the harbour and haulling school and sending uranium concening kids scrambling for trate. Rough seas sent their toboggans. the ship seeking refOnce the snow melt- uge after the contained, Ivy Green residents ers were compromised. were getting ready for The ship was eventually the big move up to their taken to Vancouver. new home on Lot 108. February In a shocking turn February was off to o f e v e n t s , i t w a s another rough start a n n o u n c e d t h a t a as Chronicle scribe

Erin DeCoste took to a wheelchair to try practice with a wheelchair rugby team. Ladysmith council took a step forward in revamping its website by selecting design firm Graphically Speaking. The new website launched on Oct. 31. Christy Clark was in town during her nomination campaign promising to put families first. And in Duncan, the whole community held its breath and later gasped in horror as the disappearance of Tyeshia Jones later proved to be an unexplained murder. The revelation that sled dogs had been

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March In March, students from all schools banded together and wore pink to say no to bullies. A local couple quest i o n e d t h e t o w n ’s restricted breeds bylaw, challenging it is not fair to single out some breeds and not others. Ladysmith would later change its bylaw to allow dogs who pass a good neighbour program to be exempt from the restrictions. Ladysmith council finally agreed to a set of development cost charges. People were battening down the hatches mid-month as a wind storm wreaked havoc on the area, knocking out power and knocking over some fences. To our waterfront, the Town received $86,686 towards an environmental assessment of the harbour. Also in March, Ladysmith’s review of secondary suites got underway, a group of Stz’uminus students went to Hawaii to learn about language preservation, and groups began mobilizing to raise money for earthquake-ravaged Japan. April April started off with a laugh. Not just because of April Fool’s D a y, b u t b e c a u s e April also brought the Ladysmith Downtown Business Association’s Outrageous Fools fundraiser. Fun and games aside, the local political scene was up in the air, as candidates began throwing their hats in the ring for the local Member of Parliament. MP Jean Crowder would again win the Nanaimo-North Cowichan seat. The town pulled

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together to raise more than $2,500 for the relief effort in Japan. On a provincial scale, candidates vying to be B.C.’s NDP boss were in Ladysmith for a convention ahead of the selection process to replace Carol James. News started circulating that more than $15 million would be needed to resurrect passenger train service. That money was later pledged by the provincial and federal governments. The town also started its secondary suites consultation. Clarence Knight was honoured for 75 years of service with the Eagles. And it was not a bright picture, as the school district looked to cut $1.4 million from the budget. Spirits were high at the Stz’uminus First Nation as the band released a recorded musical disc, helping to preserve its heritage. There was a lot happening at the high school, as the local improv team was getting ready to compete at the national level — they would do quite well — and Ladysmith’s new abassadors were crowned. Ladysmith Ambassador Madeline Tremblay (Tim Hortons) and ViceAmbassadors Geordana Clint (Kinsmen) and Amber Brown (LCU Insurance) were named in a ceremony at the community centre. In Cedar, plans for a new cell tower started to draw static and action from residents. And in Chemainus, the Festival of Murals Society was ready to unveil its newest carving in the Waterwheel

building on High Street, and Ladysmith was looking at a graduated program for “restricted breeds” in town. Meanwhile, in Chemainus, firm HB Lanarc was hired to help map out revitalization in Mural Town. Swashbucklers were down at the Ladysmith Maritime Society for the Maritime Festival, and on Sixth Avenue, they were catching air as teens and Leadership Vancouver Island members helped open the revamped skatepark. June June was a month Park parking lot. of celebration as the May graduating classes of May started with the 2011 crossed the stage naming of Ladysmith’s to get their diploma. new turf field. The land There was another formerly known as Lot kind of learning as First 108 and the adjoin- Nations students from ing road were named the region released a Forrest Field and Jim book chronicling their Cram Dr. after two long- elders’ stories. standing, dedicated The mood was not so community members. jubilant on First Avenue, Council continued to however, as a group of wrestle with its budget, tourists and locals alike asking staff to work were jumped outside the numbers so there the Sportsmans Pub. would be no more than Ladysmith was again a five-per-cent increase, growing, as Artisan and to increase the Properties received water and sewer parcel approval for a 12-buildtax by $30 and $60. ing townhouse unit on The Ladysmith Little Fourth Avenue. Theatre was in the There was good news spotlight as it hosted for energy users as the South Island Zone FortisBC opened its Festival. storage facility on Mt. Former Canuck Phil Hayes worth $200 milMaloney, who now lives lion. The tank can hold in Yellowpoint, talked up to 15 per cent of the about his experience Island’s gas needs. with the team as the Ladysmith was alive Canucks were eating with the sound of bagthrough the Western pipes as the Legion Conference and on the hosted the Highland way to the final. Gathering. The threeP a d d l e f e s t d r e w day event welcomed thousands of paddlers, pipe bands from all over especially for the open- the province for music ing of the new marine and heavy games. trail system. Debates over Echo The Resources Centre Heights were heating and Food Bank started up. Plans for the develmoving into their new opment would later be

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If tango is the passion of dance, then Iaido is surely the zen of swordplay. Iaido (pronounced ee-eye-doe) is the art of drawing and cutting with a Japanese sword, and Ladysmith is currently home to a sixth degree black belt (rokudan) instructor. Every week, enthusiasts gather in the gym at Ladysmith Primary School to learn and practise this ancient art form. “Iaido is training of the body, spirit and mind all in one, where the body combined with the mind works on the targeting and the efficiency of all that you do based on sword work of hundreds of years ago,” says sensei Peter Gunstone of Todo Kai, the local dojo. The purpose of Iaido, he said, is to develop awareness, centered-

ness, sincerity, a calm mind, and mental and physical harmony through the practice of the sword techniques, also referred to as waza. “The school that we practise is called Muso Jikiden Eishin Ryu,” Gunstone said. “We have a teacher/student relationship that hasn’t been broken; it’s been passed on and it’s an oral tradition.” Iaido is an old martial art developed by the samurai warriors as an exercise to keep their skills sharp. Beginner students learn with a bokken, a Japanese wooden sword, until they are skilled enough to start working with the real thing. “They teach muscle memory rather than thinking about using your sword,” Gunstone said. “Although it’s not aerobic, there’s a lot of kneeling and upper b o d y exercises that are in it.”

He added that Iaido is all about striking with precision, leading to many hours of perfecting each movement. Actual use of the sword is a last-resort measure. “If you were going to have to hurt someone back in the days of yore, you wanted it to be quick, accurate and merciful,” he said. “The victory is in the scabbard, so if the sword stays in the scabbard, that’s the best place for it.” Ian Perry, who has studied Iaido for nine years, said he enjoys the energy he gets after each session. “It’s about focus and self-discipline and it’s an interesting group. We’re very unique individuals,” he said. As a senior student, Perry will often help out with the less experienced students. He said Iaido is more about competing with yourself than an actual opponent. “You are developing your skill, and you get out what you put into it,” he said. Stephen Mercer, 19, said being involved in Iaido helped him a great deal when his father passed earlier this year.

“It helps me focus and it helps me control my emotions,” he said. “I pack [them] at the door when I’m here and I leave my problems.” When he’s not taking his bi-weekly classes in Nanaimo and Ladysmith, Mercer practises Iaido at home. David Borys has studied Iaido for the past three and a half years. “It’s passing on a way of life [and] a tradition that I admire greatly,” he said. “It’s unique and it’s beautiful.” Gunstone has studied Iaido for over 30 years and has also practised Kendo, a more physical version of Iaido. “My grandfather spent a lot of time in [the] Orient so I was always fascinated with Japan,” he said. He said an added spinoff to Iaido is the cultural aspect. Iaido is taught in Ladysmith Monday nights at 7:30 p.m. at Ladysmith Primary School. Classes resume Jan. 9, 2012. For more information, or to sit in on a session, contact Gunstone at 250-9248114 or e-mail gunshot@ shaw.ca. Todo Kai’s website is www.todokai.ca.

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This year in sports... Hockey fever got the year started The Ladysmith Dragonboat the LSS senior boys rugby team in 2010. On Jan. 4, the Chronicle team put out a call to the com- continued to remain undefeated reported on the Cowichan Valley munity for more members, and and on top of the standings with Minor Hockey League’s Pee Wee two local swimmers, Darby Rae an 80-0 win against Comox. Tier 2/3 Christmas Tournament and Faith Knelson blew everyIt was also announced that and Jamboree at Fuller Lake one out of the water at the B.C. Black Press, parent company of Arena. AA Championships in Chilliwack. the Ladysmith Chronicle , had Basketball was heating up the Rae made the podium in six out of entered a four-year partnership court in January 2011. The Cedar seven events, while Knelson won a with the B.C. Games. Spartan boys took gold in the silver medal in 100m breaststroke On May 3, construction students Superball Tournament held in and was ranked No. 1 in Canada from LSS began foundation work Nanaimo with an 85-76 win over among nine-year-old girls. on the Ladysmith Skatepark, a D.W. Poppy. The Chronicle also Ladysmith also hosted a geo- partnership between the town, reported on the Cedar Secondary caching event, where dozens of LSS and Leadership Vancouver boys basketball team’s recent trip avid adventurers set off to find Island. to Hawaii, where they represented hidden containers of information Students at Outreach Martial the country in the Sport Victoria and treasure using their GPS. Arts brought home the hard-Christmas Classic. The Cowichan Valley Warriors ware, an outstanding 20 med-On Jan. 16, the Fuller Lake atom team and Cowichan Valley als, from the Island Taekwondo Arena continued its flurry of activ- Vipers novice team celebrated Championships at Vancouver ity with a figure skating showcase victories in their playoff games, Island University. The David for Vancouver Island talent. while locals remembered goalie Forrest Memorial mosquitos base-Readers also learned the story of Ryan Clarke at the Ryan Clarke ball tournament brought May to a former Ladysmith basketball star Memorial Hockey Tournament at close over the long weekend. Darcy Kulai. Despite significant Fuller Lake Arena. The LSS senior girls had a strong damages to his hands suffered in At the end of March, local youth finish in early June at the provin-an industrial accident two years soccer teams wrapped up the cials where, after losing their first out of high school, Kulai went on season, and it was announced two games, they beat Valleyview to play soccer and coach basket- that Ladysmith would be getting to take seventh spot in the Tier ball in his spare time. a new high-calibre soccer team, 2 division. The senior boys rugby February got on a roll when the Mid-Isle Highlanders FC, an team finished its season with Chronicle reporter Erin DeCoste expansion team in the Pacific 11th place at the provincials in strapped herself to a wheel- Coast Soccer League’s premiere Abbotsford. chair and experienced the chal- men’s division. Mount Brenton Golf Club lenge and excitement of wheelIn April, it was officially announced two of its pros, Cash chair rugby at Frank Jameson announced that Jim Ingram would Reumkens and Jan Best, would be Community Centre. “The crash be leaving the Trail Smoke Eaters teeing off in the fight against ALS had the strength to rattle my and returning to the Cowichan with a Golf-A-Thon on June 18. To teeth... I was risking life and limb Valley as GM and associate coach raise money, the pros played as with the local wheelchair rugby of the Capitals. many rounds as they could from team,” she reported. The LSS senior and junior boys sun up to sun down. The Orcas were making great rugby saw continued success in Local rugby player Casey Cavers waves, breaking records and the season while baseball got took his game to an international personal bests during a meet in into full swing. Ladysmith and level when he had the opportuniVictoria. February also marked Chemainus had plenty of dia- ty to play in the country Georgia, a momentous occasion for the monds to keep fans cheering and with the Canadian team at the Bouma family, who watched fam- bats swinging. U20 Junior World Rugby Trophy. ily member Lance Bouma take his The Cowichan Valley Mustangs April also marked the grand first strides on NHL ice with the opening of Forrest Field, formerly had a hard ride during a doubleCalgary Flames, in a game against known as Lot 108. The state-of- header with the North Delta the Los Angeles Kings. the-art artificial turf field, with Astros June 25, losing both games, In March, it was an exciting its interwoven fibres reinforced while the Mid-Island Midgets had month in sports as the Cowichan with silica sand and cryogenic mixed results in their two double Valley Minor Hockey League’s rubber was said to be the best on headers that weekend. Novice C-4 Stormriders were invit- the Island. 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* Gutters * Windows * Siding * Moss treatment * Pressure washing Mill Bay/Duncan 250-743-3306 Chemainus/Ladysmith 250-324-3343

MOVING & STORAGE 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.

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Looking for an opportunity to gain meaningful work experience and earn money toward next yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tuition? The CVRD is looking for students to fill challenging and rewarding summer student opportunities during the Summer of 2012 in the areas of: â&#x20AC;˘ Engineering & Environment & Utilities â&#x20AC;˘ GIS â&#x20AC;˘ Public Safety â&#x20AC;˘ Legislative Services (Records Mgt) â&#x20AC;˘ Arts & Culture (Program Admin) â&#x20AC;˘ Parks & Trails Planning â&#x20AC;˘ Parks Outdoor Work Crew â&#x20AC;˘ Recreation Summer Camps â&#x20AC;˘ Lifeguarding If you are a student currently attending high school, community college or university and planning to return to school next Fall, visit our website to view all available opportunities, including qualification requirements and application instructions: www.cvrd.bc.ca

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APARTMENT/CONDO LADYSMITH, 2 bdrm corner suite, avail Jan 01/12. Includes w/d hookup. $700/mo. 250741-0353 or ERWE@shaw.ca

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SUITES, LOWER LADYSMITH, 1 bdrm, large, newer, insuite W/D, walk to all amenities. Avail immed. $575 mo. Call 250-667-1555. Ladysmith: 1 bdrm, ocean view, Avail. Jan. 1st, $750/mo incl. utils except phone & internet. n/s, n/p, 250-245-9938. Ladysmith: 1 bdrm, ocean view, off road prkg, own patio, 5 appls, heat, cable & internet incl., n/s, ref’s, avail. Jan 1st, $800/mo, 250-729-6297.

RENTALS HOMES FOR RENT Royal LePage Property Management Ladysmith: Executive at The Creek, 2 bdrm with loft, 5 appls, gas f/p, covered prkg, n/s, n/p, $1200/mo, ref’s pls. Ladysmith: Twin Falls. A deluxe townhome. 3 bdrm with ﬁnished bsmt, 6 appls, gas f/p, n/s, n/p, $1250/mo, ref’s pls. Chemainus: 4 bdrm ocean view apartment, f/s, shared w/d, n/s, n/p, avail now, ref’s required, $995/mo.

Ladysmith: Lg. 1 bdrm + den, full on ocean view, private level entrance woodstove, shared laundry,1 cat friendly,$900/mo, dmg deposit & ref’s, 250-2458842. LADYSMITH- (walk to town) new bright 1 bdrm, Priv. entr. NS/NP. Quiet, mature tenant(s). Utils incld. Parking small car. On bus route. Avail Jan 15. $750. (250)245-4025.

SUITES, UPPER Ladysmith: bright 2 bdrm, hydro and cable incl. n/s, n/p, 250-245-4638.

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Chemainus area: 2 bdrm ocean view duplex, f/s, w/d, n/s, n/p, $750/mo, available December 1. Ladysmith: Harbour view 4 bdrm home with basement suite, 5 appls., gas f/p, hotwater heat, n/s, n/p, references please, available now, $1500/mo. South Wellington Area: 1 bdrm suite in quiet and private country setting, n/s, n/p, avail. now, references required, $850/mo. Ladysmith: Warehouse/retail space, 2000 square feet approx., Westdown Rd. Available Dec. 2011 Ladysmith:Alderwood Area, 3 bdrm rancher, like new, 5 appls, nice yard, n/s, n/p, avail. now, $1300/mo.

Call Royal LePage 250-245-0975 EXECUTIVE HOME 4000 sq.ft. Cowichan Valley Hwy, with great view, 4 bdrm, 3 1/2 bath, 2 ﬁreplaces plus approx. 1 acre horse paddock. Available immediately, $2500 per month, utilities not included. For viewing, contact 250240-2891 or 250-248-0015. Ladysmith: 2 bdrm home downtown, garage, available now, $675/mo, call Ray 250616-2345.

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1-800-910-6402 www.PreApproval.cc WANT A Vehicle but stressed about your credit? Treat yourself this Christmas to $500 cash back. We fund your future not your past. All credit situations accepted. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888-593-6095.

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

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.

TRUCKS & VANS CASH BUYER of junk cars and trucks. Over the phone price quotes. 1-250-954-7843.

MOUNT BRENTON GARDEN CLUB meeting, Tues, Jan 10, 1:30 pm, Calvary Baptist Church on River Road. $2 drop in fee. GUESTS WELCOME. Info: 250-246-5351 LADYSMITH CAMERA CLUB - “Getting the Shot”, a how-to exposé of the techniques of award-winning Ladysmith-based photographer Sean Sherstone. Tues, Jan 24, 7 pm, Hardwick Hall, High St at 3rd Ave, Ladysmith. Public welcome. Nonmembers $5 drop-in fee. LCC invites new members, novice to pro. Info, www. ladysmithcameraclub. com BRIDAL SHOWCASE - Beban Park Community Centre, Sun, Jan 15, doors 6 pm so come early. Free admission, bring your fiancée, bridesmaids, Mom and the new Mother-in-law and friends. Registration preferred, Maryanna at 250-751-1956 or online, www. welcomewagon.ca BABY SHOWER - Beban Park Community Centre, Sun, Jan 15, doors open 12 noon so come early. Free admission so bring unlimited guests, including your husband, Moms, Grandmas, aunts, uncles and friends. Registration preferred, Maryanna

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at 250-751-1956 or online www. welcomewagon.ca HICKORY DICKORY DOCK- Traditional Christmas Pantomime, Ladysmith Little Theatre December 15-31. Info 250-924-0658 www. ladysmiththeatre.com KINSMEN/BROWN DR. PLAYGROUND PROJECT HAS SET UP A FUNDRAISING ACCOUNT at the Junction Bottle Depot, on Ludlow Rd. in Ladysmith. Take your empties to the bottle depot, funds credited to the Kin. Park Playground account.

On Going BINGO - LADYSMITH Every Wed - 6:45 pm, Doors 5 pm, St. Mary's Church Hall. Info call 250-2453079. Sponsored by Ladysmith Resources Centre Association CANCER SOCIETY The Ladysmith Branch needs volunteer drivers to provide transportation for Ladysmith cancer patients needing help to and from cancerrelated appointments. Volunteers needed for all aspects of the society's work. Weekdays call 250245-0671, 10 am - 1 pm. HARVEST HOUSE FOOD BANK Chemainus. Friday, Info call 250-246-3455. BINGO Chemainus Senior Drop-in Centre. Mondays, 6:40 pm. Info: Murray 250-246-9968. NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH Volunteers needed. 250-245-1118. MEALS ON WHEELS Ladysmith meals delivered Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays. Volunteer drivers needed. Call Pearl: 250-245-3844. LADYSMITH LEGION Mondays, crib, 7 p.m. Meat draws: Saturdays

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2 - 5:15 pm, Fridays 4-6 pm, Sundays 3-5 pm, Darts: Wednesdays, 7 pm, Line dancing: Thursdays 9-11 am, Fridays: pool, 8 pm, 250-245-2273. CANADIAN FEDERATION of UNIVERSITY WOMEN Nanaimo branch. Meets 4th Monday of each month. St. Andrews Presbyterian. 7 pm. Karen: 250-756-9508. BINGO Every Fri, 6:45 p.m., Chemainus Legion branch #191. Doors open 5 p.m. FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS Organizers meet 3rd Thursday of each month at the FOL building at 4th & Strathcona Ave. 7 pm. 250-245-5888 or 250245-2263. LADYSMITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS Parent/caregiver & children age 0-6 dropin, Sept to June: Mon - Fri 9:30 am. - noon at Aggie Hall. July to August: Tues to Thurs: 9:30 am - noon. Info: 250-210-0870. LADYSMITH EAGLES AERIE #2101 Meets every 1st & 3rd Wednesday. 8 p.m. Auxiliary meets 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:30 pm Eagles Hall. CHEMAINUS THEATRE COSTUME SHOP Needs volunteer seamstresses to help build for upcoming shows. Contact Crystal Hanson 250-246-9800 ext. 7117. SPEEDWATCH/COPS Citizens on Patrol & SpeedWatch need volunteers. Contact the Community Policing Station at Coronation Mall. 250-245-1118. LADIES GOLF Ladysmith Golf Course, Tuesdays, 10 am. Call 250-245-7313. TOPS #4456 Ladysmith Meets each Thurs 9-11 am in the Pentecostal Church on 4th Ave. Call Sheila 250-722-2613.

CLUES ACROSS 1. 1960’s civil rights college organization 5. Big K store 9. A slab of lumber 14. Hilltribe of Thailand 15. From a distance 16. Earth color pigment 17. A gelling agent in foods 18. Plural of sorus 19. Shabby in appearance 20. Outdoor cookers 23. The immaterial part of a person 24. A single unit or thing 25. Containing salt 28. Erstwhile 33. Mimicked 34. God of the underworld 35. Quick head motion 36. Narrow country roads 38. To become old 39. Diminished light under a tree 41. Behave in a certain manner 42. Counterweights 44. 84097 UT 45. Brief communications 47. Common folder color 49. Hostelry 50. Section of a window 51. Discrepancy between actual and stated 58. Brief publicity notice 59. Elliptical 60. Racer Earnhardt 61. Attempt one more time 62. A boundary line 63. Italian Island 64. Turkish rulers 65. Secondhand 66. S. branch of the Lower Rhine CLUES DOWN 1. Thick piece of

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THE ORCAS SWIM CLUB Ongoing registration. Call Registrar Denise Rae at 250-245-7925. MOUNT BRENTON POWER & SAIL SQUADRON Membership meeting. Ladysmith Legion hall. Every 3rd Tuesday except holidays & July & August, 7:30 pm. LODGE ON 4TH FAMILY COUNCIL - Family & friends advocating on behalf of the residents. Next meeting info contact Judy at 250-245-3438. LADYSMITH NEWCOMERS CLUB Welcoming new residents to the Ladysmith area. Couples & singles welcome. Sharon at 250-245-9334 or ladysmithnewcomers@ yahoo.ca LADYSMITH MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP Meets on the 1st & 3rd Friday of the month 1:30 pm basement of Ladysmith Resource Centre. LADYSMITH CELEBRATIONS SOCIETY Ladysmith Days. Ladysmith city hall, on 1st Thursday of every month, 7 pm 250-245-2263. www. ladysmithdays.com DAD'S GROUP - Drop In Breakfast - Program of the Ladysmith Resources Centre Association. 630 - 2nd Ave., Upper Floor, Saturdays, 10 - noon. 250-245-3079. ALZHEIMER/ DEMENTIA SUPPORT

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GROUP Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesdays. Call Jane Hope, Alzheimer Society of BC at 250245-7939 or 1-800-4622833. COWICHAN VALLEY HOSPICE Emotional support for those facing a life threatening illness, family and friends and for those grieving the death of a loved one. 1-888-701-4242. Group, telephone & individual support available. NORTH OYSTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY Engraved bricks fundraiser. Info call Bob Handel at 250-2450919.

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welcome. Town and Country Mobile Home Park. 250-245-4522.

Call Vince Devries 2450907 or Don Fisher 245-5965.

LADYSMITH LEGION LADIES AUXILIARY Meets 2nd Wednesdays monthly, 7 pm.

LADYSMITH MEDITATION Drop in Wednesday

NANAIMO-CEDAR FARMER’S INSTITUTE Cedar United Church Hall. 2nd Thursdays Oct. to June. Visitors welcome. Info: 250-7223397.

nights, 7 pm., 281 Dogwood Drive. Meditation lessons, discussion & goodies. Free. 250-245-4102. bhiggs@bcsupernet. com.

Seasons Greetings to all our readers and clients. Thanks for supporting your community newspaper.

PROBUS CLUB OF LADYSMITH (for information see www. probus.org), meets every third Wed morning of the month at the new Seniors' Centre Hall, 2nd Ave. and Buller St. Doors 9.30. No mtg. in August.

LADYSMITH AND DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY New members welcome. Meets 3rd Tuesday of the month. 2 p.m. at the archives. 250-245-0100.

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LADYSMITH SALTAIR GARDEN CLUB Every third Thur at 7:30 pm, First United Church Hall, (corner of High St & 3rd Ave) with in-garden meetings June, July, August. Come& grow with us! New members always welcome. $10 membership, $2 drop-in.

Delivering wishes merry and bright to all of our friends and neighbors at Christmastime!

LINE DANCING Chemainus Seniors Drop In Centre. Tuesdays, 10 - 11 a.m. Jo Kelly: 250-245-1185. AL-ANON Meets Tuesdays, 7:30 pm downstairs at Ladysmith Resource Centre Association.

Greetings With sincere thanks for your loyal support, we wish you and yours a very merry Christmas!

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Steak & Lobster Surf & Turf

Blackwell Angus 8 oz.

New York Striploin Steak Plus a BIG 6 oz.

Blackwell Angus 8 oz.

New York Striploin Steak With 6 large Digby Scallops

Lobster Tail

Previously frozen

Coca Cola

& Assorted Pop

Kraft Cracker Barrel

Cheddar Cheese 600-700 g. All varieties

2 litre plus deposit Limit 3 assorted

235 grams

Christie Snackin’ Crackers 250 grams

White Mushrooms

5.47 kg

lb.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

HOLIDAY HOURS

Let us help you prepare your New Year’s Party! Our instore Deli and Bakery can supply all your party trays, dessert slabs and more!

Open New Year’s Eve till 6 pm Open New Year’s Day 12 noon to 5 pm

Old Dutch Potato Chips

BC Jumbo

3/ 5 $ 2/ 4

Fresh Baked Sourdough SAVE Rounds $1.00 680 grams

Deli Fresh Spinach Dip Per 100 grams

99 99

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Old Dutch Salsa or Tortilla Chips 312-360 grams or 430 m mll

Cheesecake Chocolate or Strawberry Swirl 600 grams rams

2/ 4 99 6

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