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For some time, efforts to clean up Powell River’s highest profile derelict building, the Inn at Westview, have been in the spotlight, but it is not the only property causing city council grief. Two of those problem properties are in the 4400 block of Joyce Avenue, one of Powell River’s busiest streets, in full view of passing residents and visitors. One house, with a sign indicating that the house is private property, is boarded up and condemned. The other, next door, has a number of health and safety complaints against it.

At the Tuesday, November 15, committee of the whole meeting, councillor Russell Brewer said properties like those are giving Powell River a bad name. “That’s the kind of impact those properties are having on visitors to town,” said Brewer. “We need to deal with that.” Brewer said the city needs to step up efforts to address the problem of eyesore properties. Councillor Rob Southcott, who added the item of discussion on the agenda, said the house that is not condemned needs to be cleaned up and is cause for health concerns. “Clearly this is a violation of our unsightly building bylaw,” said Southcott, referring to the property maintenance bylaw. Southcott said neighbours of the property contacted him $479,000 COUNTRY RANCHER

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power to step in and remove private property. City clerk Chris Jackson, who oversees bylaw enforcement, said that if the city wants to pursue demolition the issue will have to be brought to council and a resolution passed giving the city the authority to go in, clean up or remove buildings and then charge the owner through taxes. Cities such as Penticton, Maple Ridge and Campbell River have cracked down on nuisance properties through tougher vacant-building bylaws due to increasing numbers of residents complaining about the buildings. Earlier this year, Campbell River passed its bylaw,

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Council voted in favour of having city staff bring a report back to them outlining the steps necessary to impose a remedial action and a timeline. Formosa voted against the motion. Before council can intervene in taking the building down it would first have to declare the building a nuisance; so far that has yet to happen. Fraser told council that he has already largely reported on the issue, but paused this summer to work with the mayor and Barr to find a solution that would not cost taxpayers. Fraser said he is

erty owner,” said Brewer. Formosa questioned why such a move was necessary. He said the city has Barr’s attention and the situation could be handled better by working with him, instead of putting the city at financial risk for the action. Councillor CaroleAnn Leishman responded to the mayor and said council has become impatient because the city has been waiting for Barr to come forward with a plan. “We’ve just asked for a report,” said Leishman, “so you can absolutely go and talk to him.”

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property manager Jack Barr. Formosa reported to council that Barr has received two of three estimates for taking down the inn and has received advice that it may be more cost effective to hire individuals and form his own qualified crew than to contract the job to a remediation company. “Looking at this thing very seriously, I won’t be surprised if it ends up with them dismantling the building on their own,” said Formosa. In recent weeks, a barrier fence has been erected around the north side of the building.

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City officials express shock over Sino Bright denial Work underway on alternative options for international school CHRIS BOLSTER reporter@prpeak.com

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Brooks currently has between 70 to 80 Sino Bright students enrolled in its international education program. These are students who are enrolled in the BC offshore school program; Chinese students studying BC curriculum in the People’s Republic of China. Part of the requirement for graduation is to spend a semester at school in BC. The

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good for farming, even though it would be extremely expensive to prepare it to be farmed and even though the amount of farming you’d actually be able to do with it is quite limited.” Councillor Jim Palm works at Brooks as a counsellor and said the decision will hit the school hard if Sino Bright decides to look elsewhere.

plan was to create a campus that would bring 400 students to Powell River. “I guess the ALC didn’t quite get the idea that the school has to be coherent to Brooks in order for the programs that they wish to share to be seamless,” said Formosa. Over the past decade, enrolment in the public school system has dropped in

At the education board meeting, Yule said there was other PRSC land in the area that could potentially be used, but said he did not know the status of the land. He said one of the main factors cited in the ruling was that there had not been a detailed analysis of the other land options around Brooks. “Our concern is that for them there might be other options for them outside of Powell River,” said Yule. “There was a real feeling that this would go through.” Formosa told city council there are a few options that could be explored and he, Yule and PRSC co-manager Scott Randolph have been meeting to present some ideas to Sino Bright. One option is to petition ALC chair Frank Leonard to review the panel’s decision. After the meeting, Randolph reiterated that option but said he cannot comment on any plans going forward. “There is definite movement,” said Randolph, “but that’s all I can say.”

Renovations on Powell River Public Library’s Crossroads Village Shopping Centre location resumed on Friday, November 18, after WorkSafe BC lifted its stopwork order. Futurevest Investment Corporation’s project manager Brian Stobbart said his crews will be heading back to the job site to continue work on the new library location. The provincial work safety agency shut down the site after a November 1 inspection revealed that a wall, listed in a 2014 hazardous materials report by Levelton Consultants as containing asbestos, had been removed without proper abatement procedures. City of Powell River and Futurevest both argued the removed wall did not contain the hazardous material because it had been installed only 10 years ago, and that the 2014 report detailed too broadly the asbestos use in that area of the building. WorkSafe BC rescinded the stop-work order after Levelton confirmed the removed wall did not actually contain asbestos.

Vehicle vandals Powell River RCMP reported two incidents of mischief to vehicles that took place between November 14 and 21. One vehicle had three tires slashed while parked on Marine Avenue between Willingdon Beach and Brooks Secondary School. A second vehicle, parked on Michigan Avenue, was scratched with a sharp object. During the same week, four thefts from parked vehicles, on Harvie, Marlatt, Saanich and Selkirk avenues, were also reported. Stolen items include a laptop computer, clothing, sunglasses and three wallets.

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Last week’s denial of an application for a 30-acre agricultural land exemption for the development of a Sino Bright School international campus has continued to bring a mixed reaction from the community and disbelief from those at School District 47 and City of Powell River. At Powell River board of education and city council committee of the whole meetings held on Tuesday, November 15, superintendent of schools Jay Yule and mayor Dave Formosa expressed their shock and disappointment with the decision that was handed down the day earlier by the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC). “We’re extremely disappointed in the decision,” said Yule at the education board meeting. “I’m not sure how much more support you would need from a community to make that application.” Formosa said, at the city meeting, that he was still in shock about an ALC Vancouver Island Regional Panel decision that came down on Monday, November 14. “I read the ruling three times,” said Formosa. “You read it and just shake your head.” Formosa said it was frustrating to know that the ALC approved the largest ever withdraw of prime agricultural land in the Peace River Valley for BC Hydro’s Site C hydro-electric project, but was not able to support

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Environmentalists seek Cranberry Lake study Watershed society raises concerns over impact of trunk-main replacement

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lake, says past president of Cranberry Lake Watershed Preservation Society Jerry Eskes. That knowledge gap is something Eskes said the society wants to see rectified before the replacement of the Haslam Lake trunk water main project goes forward in 2017. Community conversation on the lake’s health is nothing new, but City of Powell River councillors spoke at their Tuesday, November 15, committee of the whole meeting about how a study of the lake can fit into the city’s plans to replace the Haslam water main using federal and provincial grant money. “We’ve discussed this a number of times and I think many of us have come to the conclusion that baseline study is required,” said mayor Dave Formosa. The environmental society wants the city to undertake a

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broad hydrological survey of the lake’s watershed to identify its sources. Work preparing for the Haslam main replacement up to now has focused only on the areas in the immediate vicinity of the construction, said Eskes. “It is the possibility of a disruption of this modest inflow that is causing myself and members of the society real concerns,” he said. A commonly held belief of Cranberry residents is that Miller Creek, which intersects the path of the Haslam Lake water trunk main, is the lake’s main source. According to Eskes, not enough water mapping work has been done to be sure. Councillor Rob Southcott said he aimed at having the broad study included as a requirement of the tender package during the city’s search for contractors, but later changed his mind due to tight time constraints on the project. According to conditions of the grant money, the trunk main replacement needs to

be finished by March 2018. Councillor Russell Brewer said there is no reason why a smaller hydrological study cannot be included as part of the project in order to add to the water data the city already has. “Having walked most of the area I don’t think it is

uninterested. “It doesn’t fit in the tender package, but it doesn’t mean we don’t take care,” said Fraser. “While that work is being done, the city will make sure it’s done right.” After the meeting, Eskes said he was glad the city has heard the group’s concerns

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the only source of water for Miller Creek, but it’s for some other professionals to determine,” said Brewer. City chief administrative officer Mac Fraser said that even though the requirement for a comprehensive study would not be included, it did not mean the city was

and pledged that members of the group will participate in collecting data for the study, if asked. “We’re looking forward to working with the city,” said Eskes. “Before any shovel is put into the ground, let’s make sure everything is going to be okay.”

Storm sewers handle record rainfall Reports of floods limited, says city infrastructure director CHRIS BOLSTER reporter@prpeak.com

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Despite recent record-setting soggy weather, City of Powell River director of infrastructure Tor Birtig said the city’s storm sewer system has held up well. Since the beginning of October, close to 400 millimetres of rain has been recorded at Powell River Airport’s NavCanada weather data station. “We’re well on pace for a record year of rain if it carries on this way,” said Birtig, “and I haven’t heard of many flooding issues.” According to Environment and Climate Change Canada data, actual rainfall in October more than doubled historical averages and November is well on its way to exceeding normal rainfall. During the first two weeks of November, 13 days saw precipitation, totalling 116.7 millimetres for the month at that point. According to 30-year climate normals, November generally has 20 days of measurable precipitation and 178 millimetres of actual rain.

Residents of nearby communities on Vancouver Island, such as Campbell River, Comox and Port Alberni, have experienced flooding during the wet season, but Powell River homes have remained relatively dry. Birtig said residents on Kamloops Street in Westview did encounter some problems and city workers have tried to determine the exact cause, whether it was problems with property maintenance or inundated home perimeter drains. “There’s been no clear determination on that,” he added. Birtig said city crews have tried to stay on top of taking care of the system, which has been overwhelmed and ceased to function during heavy rain events in the past. Street sweeping frequency increases between the end of September to the latter part of November to deal with the amount of leaves and other debris that could clog drains, said Birtig. He added that the city appreciates any help residents can provide in clearing storm drains when they see them covered with leaves. “With about 100 kilometres of city roads, we can’t stay on top of it every minute,” he said. “We do ask for help.”

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EXPANDED AREA: This map details the expanded area the Outdoor Learning Centre will occupy under a proposed new lease between School District 47 and Powell River Regional District, including the location of entry gates. CONTRIBUTED GRAPHIC

“Our recommendation is that we remove the gate from where it currently is and offer it to the school district so they can install it on the agreement boundary,” said Wall. Wall added that he would like to have a meeting with the ministry and school district to talk about options that would make the arrangement work. “I’m confident that we’re going to be able to do this,” said Wall. “We ended up with a great working relationship with the school district and the Outdoor Learning Centre through the process.”

Hopkins said, regardless of the decision on the gate, the school district plans to install its own gate to the centre. “We’d prefer if the existing gate remains because it deters unwanted traffic outside of business hours,” said Hopkins. “We appreciate that it is the regional district’s purview to manage the location of that gate and hopefully they can consider our recommendations.” The lease is in its final stages and Wall said the plan is to have the regional district board sign off on the lease at its December board meeting.

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After a year of hammering out the details, a formal lease agreement for the Outdoor Learning Centre at Haywire Bay Regional Park is going into its final stages. Powell River Regional District manager of community services Mike Wall presented an update on the lease to the regional district committee of the whole on Thursday, November 10. “The lease will enable [School District 47] to expand its program offerings and have some really nice forested area for trails and education,” said Wall. Negotiations to expand the space in the park for the school district have gone well over the past year, he said. The need for the lease was highlighted by the regional district board last year after reports of trees being cut outside the learning centre’s boundaries and development occurring inside riparian areas. The 10-year lease for $1 per year will almost double the land under the control of the school district for use

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Inconsistent rulings A recent decision by BC’s Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) to deny an application to exclude a 30-acre parcel of land is confusing considering the same commission was responsible for the largest exclusion of land in the 40-year history of the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR). In early 2014, a joint panel ruled to exclude nearly 7,000 acres of land from the ALR in the Peace River Valley in order to build the Site C Dam. Meanwhile, here in Powell River an application to exclude a relatively tiny 30 acres from the ALR to build a Sino Bright international school is rejected in order to preserve the land. It appears Powell River is not the only community being denied exclusions of small parcels of land. Over on Salt Spring Island, the ALC recently denied non-farm use of a 15-acre property to build a community sports field. Whether or not excluding ALR land to build an international school is appropriate use of farm lands, and residents have argued both sides, the recent ALC panel decision calls Whether or not excluding ALR into question land to build an international the criteria used for these school is appropriate use of farm decisions. lands, and residents have argued One would both sides, the recent ALC panel hope that denying smaller decision calls into question the applications criteria used for these decisions. in rural communities isn’t some form of compensating for the controversial Site C decision. Peace River Valley has some of the most farmable land in BC, yet somehow a massive portion of that land will be flooded to create a reservoir for a massive hydro-electric plant. Now that the 30 acres of land adjacent to Brooks Secondary School has been protected by the ALC, it is most likely going to sit there undeveloped for quite some time. Perhaps the city will find some way to continue with its plans to launch an incubator farm project in that area, although it seems that also hinged on the land being excluded and sold to Sino Bright. A lot was riding on this application, including a big part of the city’s economic development plan and School District 47’s enrolment numbers over the next several years. The ALC decided that institutional use was not a compelling enough rationale to exclude the 30 acres. It would be interesting to find out exactly why the commission was compelled to exclude nearly 250 times that amount of farmable land for Site C. Jason Schreurs, publisher/editor

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Binge drinking dangers By Paul Martiquet While not everyone drinks alcohol, significant numbers of people do so in amounts that can be considered binge drinking, which, for men, is consuming five or more standard drinks within two hours. For women, it is four or more drinks. This level of consumption can result in serious health and behavioural problems, accidents and worse. Statistically, binge drinking is more common among young adults aged 18 to 34 years, but older drinkers aged 65 or over reportedly binge more often, an average of five or six times per month. Data from the 2015 chief public health officer’s report tells us about the costs of alcohol consumption in Canada. For example, in 2002 there were 4,258

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Drinking too much too quickly can affect breathing, heart rate, body temperature and gag reflex and can potentially lead to a coma and death. of information is the McCreary Centre’s adolescent health survey. The 2013 report identified that 45 per cent of youth aged 12 to 19 had tried alcohol. Of the

survey participants, more than six of 10 who had tried alcohol in the past had consumed it in the previous month. The report also identified important factors surrounding alcohol consumption. For example, youth who reported never drinking alcohol said there was a lot of peer pressure to do so and it was considered abnormal among their peers to go to a party and not drink. Questioned about what could be done about the issue, youth across several focus groups explained that while knowledge and awareness of alcohol consumption was growing, promoting abstinence was not an effective way to approach the issue. When asked why some youth »7

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LETTERS » Financial grade To put Powell River city council’s mid-term report card [“City of Powell River council mid-term report card,” November 16] in context, and after a phone call to the Peak for clarification, the grading was that of the editorial staff and not a formal public/citizen survey. That aside, a mandatory element was omitted from the report card: fiscal stewardship. The following is information to help grade council on its financial management responsibilities. Data was obtained from financial state-

ments of 2014, 2015 and the November 15 review provided to council by the city’s chief financial officer. The current council started its mandate with a windfall of increased revenue. Tax revenue increased from $14.9 million in 2014 to $16 million in 2015 and a projected $16.3 in 2016; good news. The bad news is that spending, total operating expenses, is budgeted to increase by $4.6 million since 2014. The annual operating surplus (deficit) went from a $3.4 million surplus at the end of 2014 to a budgeted

deficit of $2.6 million in 2016. Total reserves went down from $17 million in 2014 to a budgeted $11.5 million in 2016. Total city debt went up from $12.2 million in 2014 to a budgeted $16.5 million in 2016. According to a December 2015 city financial plan open house, Powell River residential tax per capita has jumped to third highest in 30 communities surveyed by city staff. Council’s mid-term grade for financial management would be a C-minus. The decline in the city’s

financial well-being is even more critical with the realization that the major industrial sector (Catalyst Paper Corporation), which accounts for 16.9 per cent of the city’s tax revenue, has not had a profitable year since coming out of bankruptcy protection and, as reported recently in the Peak, negotiations to purchase Catalyst have failed. A rainy-day fund would be fiscally prudent, if not mandatory. It seems that politicians, regardless of level and stripes, find it impossible to save for that rainy day. Spend all you have and, in many cases,

more than you have. Paul McMahon Invermere Court

History lesson Thank you so much for the supplement you published [“Lest we forget,” November 9] that offered us biographies of those who we remember on November 11. Each year as I listen to the list of names being read (just their last names and initials, no first names), I wonder who they were and what their story was. This year I learned. It is also a lesson in history about how many men in this community worked at the

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MOREEN AND LARRY HOESING Marine Avenue We don’t believe that it’s a suitable piece of agricultural land. We think that school should be built there.

DREW LIPSKI Alberni Street The school sounds like a good idea to me and the land is not being used for agriculture.

Lesser evil What David Brindle has done in his name-calling rant [“Viewpoint: Not our president,” November 16] is to display his utter contempt for those he disagrees with. Millions of American voters, for very good reasons, considered Donald Trump the lesser of two evils. They do not deserve that kind of disrespect. Kathy Kiernan Highway 101

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How do you feel about Sino Bright School not being able to build its international school adjacent to Brooks Secondary School?

LANI LACOMBE Finn Bay Road I’d really like to see more language schools because learning languages broadens everyone’s horizons.

mill in the 1940s, and how few worked elsewhere. Susie Darke Highway 101

AISHA MAGRATH Strathcona Avenue There should be more money and focus on public schools and the privatization of education. Anyway, that school shouldn’t be built on agricultural land.

BERRY DICKIE Gordon Avenue I agree that the school should be built there if they promote agriculture.

The Peak publishes all letters it receives regarding the stories on its pages, as long as letters are signed, dated, and include the writer’s address and a daytime telephone number for verification. We do not publish anonymous letters. The exceptions are those letters which may be libellous, in bad taste, or describe an incident involving other people which, to be fair, should allow both sides to be aired in a news story. Letters should not exceed 350 words and Viewpoints must be approximately 500 words. The Peak reserves the right to edit based on taste, legality, clarity, and length. Opinions expressed in Letters to the Editor and Viewpoints are those of the writers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of The Peak or its employees.

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or unprotected sex, or forcing it on someone else. Poor judgement can mean damaging social relationships, experiencing violence or behaving criminally. Drinking too much too quickly can affect breathing, heart rate, body temperature and gag reflex and can potentially lead to a coma and death. Long-term effects of repeated binge drinking include alcohol addiction, damaging the

stomach, liver or brain and developing or worsening mental health problems such as depression; you can also add memory loss and blackouts to the list, and cancer. After smoking, drinking alcohol is the second biggest risk factor for cancers of the mouth and throat. Managing alcohol consumption means choosing when to drink and how much. By knowing your limits and sticking to them, you won’t be pressured into consuming

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might binge drink, participants in the McCreary survey gave reasons similar to why they drank at all: peer pressure; to help cope with stress and adverse life circumstances; and not knowing their limits yet. Binge drinking contributes to problems beyond a bad hangover. Getting drunk affects reflexes, judgement and behaviour and can lead to unintended consequences such as getting into a fight or having unwanted

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Knuckleheads attract enthusiasts Difficult access to remote area pays off for visitors

(KWRA). According to KWRA member Ron Diprose, who first visited the location in 1966, the Knuckleheads start where the original Mount Diadem Ski Club had a tow rope shed that was used as a small lodge, which burned down in the early 1970s. “Then not much happened,” said Diprose. “We used to ski up there back in the ’80s before we had any cabins and stuff like that.” Two existing cabins and one yet to come, part of the Sunshine Coast Trail, are the result of a concerted community effort made possible

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Back in the 1960s, a small group of enthusiasts discovered a winter playground called the Knuckleheads approximately 26 kilometres into the backcountry near Powell River. The group grew, evolved and became Knuckleheads Winter Recreation Association

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through countless volunteer hours put in by KWRA and Powell River Parks and Wilderness Society, as well as money from various funding organizations and individual donations. Decades after the initial discovery, the Knuckleheads became more popular. “It wasn’t until the 1990s when Jeff Maw and a bunch of other guys opened the area up,” said Diprose. The movement really took off when the first cabin was built in the area of E Branch, also in the 1990s, he added. “There are three areas up there: the original E Branch, then A Branch and now the Sentinel,” said Diprose. Diprose said the Sentinel has a lot more potential for skiers than A and E branches because of better snow, higher elevation and an environment better suited for more recreational skiers. According to avid extreme winter athlete Greg Blais, the area includes Big Knuckle and Little Knuckle. “Knuckleheads is where we go the most because it’s easy access, the closest to town and the road is generally good,” said Blais. Because of his experience and ability on higher levels of difficulty, Blais said that from what he has seen and been told, the Sentinel is not as advanced skiing as what A and E branches have to offer. “It’s a bit more familyfriendly,” he said. “That’s

WINTER WONDERLAND: Ron Diprose has been skiing the Knuckleheads for 50 years. A group of volunteers and winter enthusiasts are now developing a new system of trails to open up more of the area. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

why they want to put a cabin there.” According to Diprose, the top of the Sentinel is about 1,600 metres. Right now, he said, snow is down past the proposed cabin level at 1,340 metres. People have to be fit to access the area, said Diprose, but once there the payoff is worth it, if there is enough snow. “The last three years haven’t been good,” said Diprose. “The most we’ve had is about eight feet in the last three years. The weather has been so mild lately.” Blais said the forecasts he has been watching indicate snow is on the way. “Right now, it’s pretty darn good because the area we ski

is between 1,500 and 1,200 metres and there is snow starting at 900 metres,” he said. By logging roads and hiking, snowshoeing, sledding or snowmobiling, accessing the Knuckleheads presents obstacles. According to Blais, the trip can be a trudge. “It’s as good as it gets here,” he said. “It can get tricky for access. Conditions can make it a five-hour hike at times instead of an hour and a half.” Popular with skiers, snowshoers, ATVers and snowmobilers, the two existing cabins at E and A branches are available for day or overnight stays. Diprose, who skis, snowshoes and used to snow-

mobile in the region, said a lot of education is done to lessen conflict between motorized and non-motorized users. Ho w e ve r, w i t h m o re people becoming aware of the recreation area, the A Branch cabin, in particular, has become too accessible. “We get people who go up there, party and leave the cabin in a mess,” said Diprose. “They’ve shot a hole through the roof and shot the outhouse. The fire extinguisher has been shot up, first aid kit taken and all the chairs we had were burned. It’s frustrating for us.” For more information, look for the Knucklehead Winter Recreaction Association on Facebook.

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At a recent two-day meeting in Victoria attended by school superintendents, secretary-treasurers and board chairs from across the province, a clear message was sent to the BC Ministry of Education. According to School District 47 (SD47) board chair Doug Skinner, deputy minister of education Dave Byng was told “loud and clear” that the districts were not in favour of implementing the new curriculum for grades 10 to 12 before the 2017/18 school year.

Along with the redesigned curriculum, the ministry’s initial plan was also to have new reporting and assessment practices in place between 2016 and 2018. Skinner said most districts are now wanting the process delayed because educators have been communicating concerns through a flurry of letters that they are not ready. “There simply has not been enough information from government,” he said. “People who are teaching at the 10 to 12 level just feel that there needs to be more time.” Letters are being sent to the government from districts across the province requesting the delay and Skinner said he expects to see more in that regard. “We were able to voice our opinion,” said SD47 superintendent Jay Yule. “The deputy minister acknowledged

clearly that he had heard from the field that we feel it should be delayed. It has to do not only with the implementation of the curriculum but also the assessment practises that need to go along with it, and the report card, so it’s all in one.” According to Yule, the new curriculum is only part of the discussion between the province and school districts. “The actual implementation of the curriculum is just one piece of it,” said Yule. “But it’s the grad program, knowing what the grad program is, knowing what the new assessments will be and reporting to parents. It’s that whole package that I don’t think is quite there.” Skinner said the school districts are hoping the ministry will make a decision by the end of this school year.

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New commander takes helm Sea cadets corps has long and storied history of teaching citizenship DAVID BRINDLE community@prpeak.com

As every previous commanding officer (CO) has before, incoming Royal Canadian Sea Cadets Corps (RCSCC) Malaspina CO Ken Stewart will be responsible for everything involved with running RCSCC in Powell River. According to outgoing CO Glen McCallum, Stewart will take charge of the unit, top to bottom, that includes 26 cadets aged 13 to 18. “He is the boss,” said McCallum, who will hand over command to Stewart in a special ceremony on Saturday, November 26, on the parade grounds at Timberlane Barracks. RCSCC Malaspina is or-

ganized as a regular ship’s company. Stewart will teach, develop lesson plans, engage cadets and also do threat analysis, looking for what could go wrong. The corps’ biggest concern is the cadets’ safety, said McCallum, who was the CO for several years. “I don’t know any officer who wouldn’t throw himself under a bus for a kid to stop them from getting hurt,” he added. To that end, cadets are taught about social responsibilities, cultural influences, anti-drug use, anti-bullying and positive lifestyles. Stewart joined sea cadets in 1979 when he was 13 years old under CO Cecil Morgan. He said the senior cadet at the time, Jeff Malone, lived about four or five houses from where he grew up and talked to him about joining. “It has taught me a sense of respect, discipline and to work as a crew, problem solving and leadership,” he said.

Like many cadet graduates of the corps, Stewart continued his involvement with the Royal Canadian Navy. After leaving the unit in 1984, he went straight into the naval reserve unit with HMCS Discovery in Vancouver. He also attended schooling, which is conducted at Albert Head Cadet Training Centre on Vancouver Island, to become a commissioned officer in the corps. While in the sea cadets, Stewart learned what is expected of everyone who joins, including naval history, traditions, basic march, sailing and even shining his boots. Sea cadet activities include sailing, sports, rifle range and safety, camping, survival, first aid, ship model making, geocaching, seamanship, citizenship, summer trade courses at national sea cadet camps and cruises aboard naval and Canadian Coast Guard vessels. According to Stewart, it was expected that he would assume responsibility for

OFFICER ON THE BRIDGE: Ken Stewart is the new commanding officer of Powell River’s sea cadet corps, which includes more than 25 local youth. DAVID BRINDLE PHOTO

the corps and eventually step into the CO position. He said officers in the unit asked if he would be interested in joining them and, once becoming an officer, it was a matter of moving up in the ranks. “The time in my life is right,” said Stewart. “You’re

expected to progress through the line and now my time has come.” According to McCallum, a large part of Stewart’s training is about youth and child development, how they learn and react to different situations. The CO has to look out

for the safety and welfare of all the staff, not only the cadets, as well as ensure funding is available to continue with the unit’s activities. According to Stewart, it is the cadets and knowing how to teach and communicate with them that comes first.

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Kathaumixw sets sights on 2018 Festival committee debriefing reflects on 2016 event JOYCE CARLSON Peak contributor

Applications and expressions of interest from choirs around the world are already coming in for International Choral Kathaumixw 2018. In addition to choirs from Canada and the United States, Ghana, Poland, Brazil, Kenya, Indonesia, Nepal and the Philippines are all represented in the list. At a recent 2016 festival committee debriefing meeting, new artistic director Walter Martella said he is excited about the calibre of the choirs and that he is keen to begin his new role. “I’ve been asked by several people how I will manage my new role along with my position with Powell River Academy of Music,” said Martella. “With the number of weekly administrative hours I have and flexibility in my private teaching hours, I will be able to handle the additional duties.” Choirs have been asked to send

in audition tapes, forms and profiles to start the process. “While 2018 seems far away now, time will go by quickly and we’ll be back at it before we know it,” said Martella. More information about the 2016 event was provided in reports from other committee members, including Romi Low, who looks after housing and feeding choirs that stay in commercial accommodations. Over the five-day festival, she booked 2,536 hotel nights for 411 people. “There was not a single hotel room available,” she said. Low explained that she delivered cheques to 21 hotels and restaurants totalling $163,000, an average of $33,000 per day. An extension of the benefits of Kathaumixw, said Low, is found in stories about families of choir members booking their vacations here because their children reported having such a good time in the area. Valerie Thompson, who is responsible for finding supplies for choir members billeted in homes, said 132 host homes took in more than 300 singers, an increase of about 20 homes over the previous festival.

FESTIVAL DEBRIEF: International Choral Kathaumixw committee members recently reported on the 2016 festival, which was one of the most successful to date. PEAK ARCHIVE PHOTO

“One prospective billet person wanted to back out, but I encouraged her not to; she later thanked me for not letting her do that.” said Thompson. “I had a couple young families who each took in four billets. They told me they had such a great experience, they wondered why they hadn’t done it before. Another heartwarming story came from a mother who said her young

daughter had never bonded with anyone like she did with her two billets.” Subcommittee chairs provided feedback and recommendations at the recent debriefing, which will be more fully explored at future meetings. At the start of the meeting, festival chair Tom Koleszar said the purpose of the debriefing was to

determine how to maintain and improve upon the success of past festivals. “We had a great festival in 2016, but there are always lessons to be learned,” said Koleszar. “The 2016 festival was my first and I learned a lot that I’m looking forward to applying in 2018.” The next Kathaumixw takes place July 3 to 7, 2018.

Tides unsettle residents WESTVIEW RADIATORS On Sunday morning in a stiff southeasterly wind, I went down to the Okeover dock just to take a look around. It was just a few days after the full moon, when tides are highest, and the overnight wind had stirred up a big swell. After arriving at the dock, I found the head of the boat ramp under a foot of water and a small flock of scooters swimming in the driveway. The harbour backs up hard against the rocky edge of the inlet and I had to scramble over the rocks to get to the far jetty without wading through water that reached halfway to my knees. Of course, I have seen high water here before. The biggest tides of the year are usually in late December or early January, and when they coincide with a big storm surge it is not uncommon to see the bottoms of buildings in the Lund harbour licked by the waves. Every time it happens, it leaves me a little unsettled. Our seaside community has not left itself a lot of room for error when it comes to the level of the sea,

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and that level is not as predictable as it once was. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change reports that, after little change in sea levels since Roman times, global sea levels have risen sharply since around 1900. Since the early 1990s, the rate of sea level rise has doubled globally. It is not just that ice is melting, it is that warmer oceans expand in volume as well. So as the planet warms and the oceans absorb the lion’s share of that warmth, the water itself expands. So many factors are involved that there is no sci-

entific consensus on what shape future sea level rise will take. Some studies, such as one published by American university scientists Rob DeConto and David Pollard in March of this year, have found evidence that the rate of Antarctic ice sheet melt could account for as much as five or six feet by the end of this century. Sometimes it is hard to imagine changes like that on a global scale, but when I have to wade through saltwater to get to a jetty at the dock, it makes me think. When high tides and winter winds combine to make big swells, I have seen the water level come over the boardwalk in the Lund harbour. Five feet of rise puts the entire lower parking lot under water. The deck of Lund Hotel’s restaurant would stick out over a shallow bay, not a green lawn where kids play giant checkers in the summer. This could happen in my lifetime. Of course, the tide went down again: this time. But what about next time?

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Changes are afoot at both Tourism Powell River and Sunshine Coast Tourism as money from the newly created hotel tax has started coming in. Sunshine Coast Tourism announced in a media release on Sunday, November 13, that it had hired Tourism Powell River’s executive director Paul Kamon to fill the newly created position of executive director for Sunshine Coast Tourism.

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In addition to working at Tourism Powell River for the past five years, Kamon has worked as Sunshine Coast Tourism’s marketing director. Kamon will now put his focus on leading the larger organization. “We’re trying to redefine what role Tourism Powell River will have moving forward,” said Kamon. “That’s all in discussion.” Kamon said he is pleased to take on the new role. Annie Schroeder, who worked part-time as a marketing coordinator for Sunshine Coast Tourism, has been promoted to director of marketing. The development of the organization was made possible through the collection of the two per cent hotel tax that Sunshine Coast Tourism brought in last August, said Kamon. The organization is starting to see some money come in from that, but Kamon added it will take a full year before they know whether their estimates on how much revenue the tax will create for regional marketing are accurate. Accommodators are able to submit their collected tax to the provincial government on a monthly or quarterly basis. “It’s hard to predict because it comes at different times depending on how the accommodators choose to submit it,” said Kamon. City of Powell River councillor Russell Brewer, who holds the portfolio for tourism development, an-

nounced Kamon’s promotion at City of Powell River’s committee of the whole meeting Tuesday, November 15. “He’s staying in Powell River,” Brewer told the committee. “We’re not going to lose him. It’ll be good to have a local playing a part in that marketing organization.” Tourism Powell River has a five-year core funding service agreement with the

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Cultural diversity celebration highlights entertainers Song and dance from many countries featured during sixth annual event JASON SCHREURS publisher@prpeak.com

This weekend’s sixth annual Celebration of Cultural Diversity will bring different cultures together to celebrate in song and dance. By the end of Saturday’s festivities, it should be clear that Powell River’s arts and culture scene is quickly becoming a global affair. The one-day event at Powell River Recreation Complex includes performances of Indian Bollywood dancing, Hungarian folk singing, Tla’amin Nation singing, Irish-themed dancing, a Chinese wedding celebration, a performance by One Voices Choir and much more. Desi Dance member Coco Kao, also immigrant services coordinator at Powell River Immigrant Services, said the Bollywood dance group has performed at the event every year it has been

held and has seen it grow since its humble beginnings. “We saw maybe 200 or 300 people the first year and now we have thousands,” said Kao. “Last year was the first year we encouraged the audience to join us and we had a stage full of people. Everybody liked to try dancing.” Featuring members from Japan, China and other provinces in Canada, Desi Dance was started by doctor Vidushi Mittra Melrose and has been a great way for Kao, who moved here from Taiwan in 2009, and the rest of the group to find a social circle through dance. “Some of us were new to town and didn’t really have a social group to meet people, so when the group was started it brought us out of the house,” says Kao. “Most of us are busy moms and we don’t really have social time, so this brought people together and engaged us with the community.” Kao said the group has learned a lot about Indian culture while practicing the Bollywood style of dance and performed in its own dance production last November, which was very well received.

BOLLYWOOD DANCERS: Powell River’s Desi Dance, known for its Bollywood dancing, is one of the many featured entertainment groups during Saturday’s Celebration of Cultural Diversity. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

In addition to a number of musical performances from different cultures, a new feature for this year’s Celebration of Cultural Diversity is a series of workshops where residents can participate in activities such as tai chi, a drumming circle, playing the ukulele and singing bowls, among others. “People can come and try something new,” said Celebration of Cultural Diversity organizer Carma Sacree, “they don’t have to sign up in advance.” One of the workshops is a multicultural event in of itself. Crystal Music, Art and

Books owner Cindy Babyn, who moved from Ottawa to Texada Island in April, will present a musical display around three frosted quartzcrystal singing bowls. Each pitched to different notes, the bowls are among 28 of Babyn’s instruments from different countries, including metal singing bowls from Nepal and Tibet, a Chinese wind gong and chimes from France. Babyn said she will talk about the theory of sound healing and provide some information about the different instruments during her workshop, followed by

a sound-healing demonstration that attendees of the festival can participate in. “People will be invited to relax and listen to these beautiful instruments,” said Babyn. “They can decompress, de-stress and just enjoy the music.” In addition to the workshops and musical performances, the event will feature different food vendors who will present cuisine from their home countries of Austria, China, Korea, Thailand, Syria, Hungary, Mexico, El Salvador and Vietnam. Celebration of Cultural

Diversity is presented by Powell River Employment Program Society, which administers the city’s immigrant services. Sacree said the annual event is a way to celebrate Powell River’s many different cultures. “It’s so important,” said Sacree. “Multiculturalism is a way to really show the health of a community.” Celebration of Cultural Diversity takes place at Powell River Recreation Complex on Saturday, November 26, from 10 am-3 pm. For more information, call 604.414.3630.

Fabric artist connects with nature JASON SCHREURS publisher@prpeak.com

An elaborate fabric waterfall is the showpiece for Texada artist Deborah Dumka’s new exhibit, In My Nature. On display at 32 Lakes Café until the end of December, the exhibit highlights Dumka’s expertise in textile arts, as well as her ability to recreate experiences with nature. A collaborative piece with three artists from Sechelt Peninsula, the waterfall features interactive sounds from Stromberg Falls on Texada. Dumka is president of Canadian Crafts Federation, a board member of Craft Council of BC and also creates an impressive inventory of handmade totes, backpacks, pouches and handbags. Can you tell us about In My

Nature and how it all came about? The pieces are designed to be extracts of experiences you might have in nature and the exhibition is a series of felt carpets I have made. I live on Texada Island and noticed how much people appreciate the restorative nature of its beaches and spaces. I started thinking about how strongly people connect to natural spaces and how it’s something deep within us; we come preprogrammed to receive and be restored by experiences through nature. What has been the response to these felt pieces? I think I’ve been able to touch people with them. I was trying to inspire people to reach back into their own memories around experiences they’ve had in nature. It wasn’t that I wanted to say, “This

is my experience,” but have people go back to something that has touched them in the past. So, yes, I’ve had lots of great response. You are also involved with craft organizations. Why is that important to you? There’s not a huge opportunity for those who come from a craft background to display work and have it recognized as a practice in the realm of visual arts. So this is an opportunity to try and have some influence on behalf of craft artists. What is it like to see people interacting with the large waterfall piece in your show? It’s really satisfying to see that people understand it. People stand there with their eyes closed, so you can see that they are imag-

TAKE A PEAK: Deborah Dumka ining they are someplace else in their own set of falls. I really enjoy people interacting with the textile form of my work. The pieces are designed to suffer some wear and

tear, so I am happy that people can physically interact with the work. For more information, go to deborahdumka.ca.

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Villa climbs out of loss column Rookie ties game for team’s first point in a month DAVID BRINDLE community@prpeak.com

For the first time in weeks, Powell River Villa did not go down to defeat in Vancouver Island Soccer League Division 2 action. Although it was not a win for the local soccer club over Sooke’s Fred Milne Park Rangers, it was not a loss either. In a game played under miserable, rainy and windy conditions at Timberlane Park, Villa played to a 1-1 tie, which moved the club up a point in league standings into seventh place. “That’s a positive,” said Villa executive member Chris McDonough. The club had not registered a point since October 23. The result improved its record to one win, six losses and two

ties, with seven goals for and 16 against. According to McDonough, another positive is the addition of three permitted youth players brought in by Villa. Striker Cullen Buholzer, 16, and attacking midfielders James Timothy, 15, and Chris Fisher, 15, joined the roster. All three attend Brooks Secondary School. Buholzer played the entire game for Villa and scored the tying goal on a penalty shot in the 80th minute, said McDonough. “Timothy came in with about 20 minutes to go,” he said. “He created some chances that helped generate that goal to tie the game.” McDonough said the new players definitely played up to the league’s level. Fisher did not enter the game. “We want youth soccer players to know that you can make your way into Villa and play against university level players,” said McDonough. “Over the years, Villa has sent dozens of players on to universities.

STRIKER SCORES: Rookie striker Cullen Buholzer’s goal on a penalty kick late in the game gave Powell River Villa a tie and one point on the weekend. Buholzer is one of the club’s three new players. DAVID BRINDLE PHOTO

We want players to know this is a viable path for them.” According to McDonough, it is unlikely that Villa will add any more new players this season. “Ideally, we’d like to get a couple of guys every year moving up and

old enough to play at this level,” he said. For Villa’s next game against Vantreights FC in Victoria, McDonough said he believes a couple of the rookie players will be available.

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It takes a lot to satisfy Powell River Kings’ head coach Kent Lewis. His team won two of three games, one at home and one of two on the road, in BC Hockey League (BCHL) Island Division play last weekend. However, that wasn’t good enough for Lewis, who said last week’s practices and game results showed a “very immature group and we have to learn from it.” Lewis said he is happy when the team scores more goals than its opponent, and they did against Trail and Port Alberni. However, those wins did not come without some negatives, he said. Kings edged Trail Smoke Eaters 2-1 on Thursday, November 18, at Hap Parker Arena, with BCHL rookie scoring leader Cam Donaldson notching both goals. “Our Trail game was a C effort and a C game,” said Lewis. The next day, on the road against division rivals Victoria Grizzlies, Kings lost 4-1. According to Lewis, it came down to the little things against a Grizzlies team the Kings are tied with for first place in the division. “We had a very disappointing start,” said Lewis. “Our failure to capitalize on the power play cost us. We held them

“For us going forward,” he said, “that’s a positive.”

GOALTENDER TOI SV/SH ON OFF Brian Wilson (W) 60:00 28/29 1st/0:00 3rd/20:00

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GOALTENDER TOI SV/SH ON OFF Brian Wilson (L) 57:53 22/24 1st/0:00 3rd/17:53

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20 vs ALBERNI VALLEY BULLDOGS SCORING 1 2 3 OT1 OT2 TOTAL PP Powell River Kings 3 0 1 0 1 5 1/2 Alberni Valley Bulldogs 2 1 1 0 0 4 0/2 1st: 0:10 Cam Donaldson (19) ASST: Tristan Mullin (17), Jonny Evans (19) 4:59 Hunter Findlater (4) ASST: Liam Lawson (16) 14:05 Carter Turnbull (12) ASST: Ben Raffler (2) (PP) 3rd: 8:05 Jonny Evans (15) ASST: Tristan Mullin (18) 2nd OT: 0:13 J ohan Steen (3) ASST: Carter Turnbull (13), Jonny Evans (20)

HEAVY LIFTING: Powell River Kings defenceman Callum Volpe takes a Trail Smoke Eater hard into the boards on Friday, November 18. Kings won two of three weekend games and remain tied for first place in BC Hockey League Island Division standings. ALICIA BAAS PHOTO

to 24 shots but started flat, and that’s not something I can understand.” Johan Steen scored the winning goal 13 seconds into the second overtime period in a 5-4 win in Port Alberni on Sunday, November 20, but it was not a clean game for the Kings, said Lewis. However, there were positives from

the weekend games, according to the coach, the biggest being learning lessons about expectations, consistency and how to win. “You never disrespect an opponent for giving you a tough game,” he said. “But we can be better. We need to be better.”

SHOTS 1 2 3 OT1 OT2 TOTAL Powell River Kings 10 10 11 2 1 34 Alberni Valley Bulldogs 7 13 15 1 0 36 GOALTENDER TOI SV/SH ON OFF Mitch Adamyk (W) 65:13 32/36 1st/0:00 2nd OT/0:13

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The world just got a little quieter. Our dad passed away at his home in Powell River, where he spent the last years of his life very happily watching the boats go by, reading and entertaining all visitors with his many stories. Dad is survived by his former wife DaleS. S. Cramb Dale Cramb (who remained his longtime friend) 1935-- October October 31,31, 20162016 JuneJune 25,25, 1935 Fran Picken, his three children Resident of Cupertino, California, Dale Samuel Cramb, born in Powell ResidentRiver, of Cupertino, Dalepeacefully SamuelonCramb, born in Powell Stan (Kim), Simon (Trish) and BC, June 25, California, 1935 passed away October 31. Sue (Guy) Colbourne, his beloved River, BC, June 25, 1935 passed away peacefully on October 31. Dale graduated Brooks class of ’52, and enjoyed returning home for grandchildren Marina (Greg), Uma, Jessica and Kaelan and reunions. He earned his flight wings through Powell River Air Cadets his great-granddaughter Artemis. He is also survived by his Dale graduated class of ’52, enjoyed returning Squadron Brooks 22. He was an RCAF pilot and and retired as a United Airlineshome for older (and he would say wiser) sister Mary Healy and her Active his retirement in California, he was a past reunions.747HeCaptain. earned his inflight wings through Powell River Air Cadets children Isabel and Irvine and their families. President of the Royal Canadian Air Force Association, Royal Canadian SquadronLegion 22. and He Retired was an RCAF pilot and retired as a United Airlines United Airlines Employees Association. He was Dad grew up in Burnaby in “Aintree,” the now heritage home 747 Captain. in his retirement in California, he Pilots was a past also anActive Area Representative of the Retired United Airlines built by his parents, Stanley and Isabel. Dad loved his time and a Canadian proud member the Gliding Geezers. PresidentAssociation, of the Royal AirofForce Association, Royal Canadian growing up with Irish Setters and horses. He went off on Predeceased his parents Sam andEmployees Irene Cramb Association. and his brother He was Legion and Retiredby United Airlines several adventures in his teenage years, first to Toronto and Milton. He will be greatly missed by his wife of 58 years, Billie; son also an Graham Area (Denice); Representative of the RetiredIan.United Airlines Pilots later a road trip to Mexico on his motorbike. As a young daughter Laura; and grandson A Celebration of his Life held at member the Alameda Funeral Geezers. Home, Saratoga, Association, andwas a proud of Family the Gliding man, he worked in an office in Vancouver but eventually he California November 12th.Sam and Irene Cramb and his brother fell in love with the sea and spent many happy years working Predeceased byonhis parents In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation in his honor to the on the tugs. A highlight of those years was working in the Milton. He will be greatly Alzheimer’s missed by his wife of 58 years, Billie; son International Association www.alz.org. Arctic and meeting Prince Philip while there. Graham (Denice); daughter Laura; and grandson Ian. A Celebration of While working on the coast, he bought an old pioneer’s his Life was held at the Alameda Family Funeral Home, Saratoga, home in Blind Bay on Nelson Island. This is where he moved Margaret Yolande (Landi) Bledsoe California on November 12th. with his young family after leaving the tugs. Dad did all sorts 1933 – 2016 In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation in his honor to the of interesting jobs to make ends meet, from building boats Landi (aged 83)Alzheimer’s passed away Association peacefully on www.alz.org. International and outhouses to oyster farming. Friday, November 18, in Powell River. Life was never boring with Dad around, especially once he Landi was born, raised and spent almost learned to use dynamite. He was a big believer in “Family her entire career in Powell River. Fun,” which meant projects like helping out with the sawmill She was one of Powell River’s quiet or building a bridge. leaders, gently influencing many of Even with failing health in his later years, Dad was always the lives and spaces that shape our very positive and cheerful and loved to keep up with current community. events (he described the last Canadian election as his Landi was a graduate of the University “Superbowl”). His main interest was always his family and of British Columbia, earning two especially his grandchildren. undergraduate degrees (BA, BSW) before At Dad’s request, there will be no service, but there will be a achieving her Master of Social Work in 1963. send-off for him in Blind Bay at a later date. As a social worker, Landi worked for the government of BC We, his family, would like to say a special thank-you to all the for many years before retiring to work in private practice. many home support workers who looked after Dad over the Her contributions to and connections within the Powell years with such kindness and care, to “Amazing Grace” for River community were rich and diverse, including Maranatha looking after all those extra things and making sure he always Prayer Group, Open Door Healing Rooms, Raging Grannies had enough coffee, to Dr. Maguire for her excellent care (PR Gaggle), Powell River Fine Arts Association(quilting), while Dad was her patient and last, but not least, thanks so Powell River Child, Youth and Family Services Society (board much to Marjorie Ann and Bill Harding and their wonderful of directors) and Malaspina Naturalists, as well as various sons for always treating Dad like family and helping him in other environmental, political, spiritual, social service and so many ways. animal welfare associations and movements. Landi was equal We will sure miss you, Dad, but we know you will have a parts artist, intellect, feminist, and advocate. great time chatting with Winston Churchill. Landi is survived by her family, three generations of nieces and nephews, led by Jillian, Alison and Mitchell, her cousins and a community of friends and colleagues. We offer our thanks 1100 In Memoriam 1010 Announcements to the staff at Willingdon Creek Village (especially House 5) and a special note of acknowledgement and gratitude to her Been told you companion/caregiver/friend Lilia Cardoso-Gould. Powell River Everyone who knew Landi is welcome to join us in celebrating can’t sing? and honouring her life: Hospital Foundation Been told not to sing? • Monday, November 28, 2016 – Prayers will be held at Time to come is working to improve 7 pm at Church of the Assumption out of the closet your health care. • Tuesday, November 29, 2016 – Funeral Mass will be held Spirit of Community Choir at 1:30 pm at Church of the Assumption, with burial invites you to attend Donations are thankfully accepted. at Powell River Regional Cemetery, and a reception to THURSDAY NIGHTS follow at Assumption Parish (St. Joseph’s) Hall. prhospitalfoundation.com from 7-8:15 pm In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Academy of Music 604.485.3211 ext 4349 Landi to Powell River Child, Youth and Family Services Society, prcyfss.com. Everyone Welcome

Donald Trombley Born February 21, 1945, Don passed away suddenly of pancreatic cancer on Saturday, November 19. He was predeceased by his mother Anita (1984) and father Jack (1988). Don is survived by his wife and best friend Mila; sister Fay, SCIC (Tuktoyaktuk, NT); brother Wayne (Seenuan) of Thailand, brother Greg (Regina) and two nieces and a nephew in Connecticut and Northern Ireland. Donald was known by many as humble, kind, generous, witty and a man of deep faith. We love you, Don. In Lieu of flowers, please make donations to Powell River Hospital Hospice.

Dorothy Grace Levangie (née Halford) December 13, 1924 (London, England) November 16, 2016 (Calgary, Alberta) Not with pain or sorrow but with “shouts of Hallelujah" we are sharing that our mother, Dorothy, has been released from the tethers of dementia at the grand age of 92. Dorothy was a World War II veteran. She was lovingly valued and honoured during her final years at Colonel Belcher Veterans Home in Calgary, Alberta. The disease took her memories from her, but it didn’t take them from all of her children, so we go on with gratitude, remembering a home with lots of laughter and song, knowing that she is now reunited with her never-forgotten husband Raymond. Left to honour both of our parents are their four sons and their spouses: Ron (Pat), Reg (Donna), Terry (Laurie) and Jamie (Debbie); and their daughter and her husband, Jannine and Jean Paul Rouillard. They are also honoured by eleven grandchildren, twelve greatgrandchildren and her one brother, Reg Halford, and sister Shirley Bergen. Dorothy was predeceased by her sister Bet Heslop. Memories, let them fill your mind, warm your heart and lead you through. In living memory of Dorothy Levangie, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, Fish Creek, 14441 Bannister Road S.E., Calgary, Alberta, 403.256.9575.

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CARRIERS NEEDED FRIDAY DELIVERY Route 27 Courtenay Street Duncan Street Michigan Avenue Omineca Avenue Call Michele at the Peak 604.485.5313 COAST FITNESS is looking for an experienced, certified yoga instructor to join their team. please send resumes to info@coastfitness.ca MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1.855.768.3362 to start training for your workat-home career today!

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PRESSURE WASHING

Decks Driveways Walkways

HOUSE SIDING WASHED BY BRUSH Vinyl siding safe NO high pressure • NO siding damage • NO water intrusion • •

485.HELP (4357) WCB and fully insured

2060 For Sale Miscellaneous 6-PERSON NEWER, efficient hot tub with cover $4,000 OBO 604.483.8050. COAST BERRY Company, frozen local berries, 15 pounds raspberries, 30 pounds blueberries, 20 pounds strawberries, can arrange delivery. 604.487.9788 or info@coastberrycompany.com COLEMAN GAS mobile home furnace, model 8600A756, made mid 70s, comes with complete oil gun burner assembly $500 OBO. 604.485.8477. CRAFTEX METAL lathe 8”x22” gear head with accessories $1,500. Snap on tools, by appointment. Marlin 3030 hunting rifle $500. 604.414.4747. ESTATE SALE Two scooters, one brand new, $4,000, other like new $3,000. 2006 Toyota Van $4,500. Open to offers 604.483.2143.

1205 Career Opportunities

Hiring!

Hemodialysis Nurses Powell RiveR & Sechelt We have exciting opportunities in our Community Dialysis Units for individuals who are driven, strong team players, and are looking to make a difference If you are a Registered Nurse with CRNBC and have completed a post graduate program in Nephrology nursing, or have one year of recent experience in hemodialysis we want to hear from you! to apply, please visit www.providencehealthcare.org/careers

2060 For Sale Miscellaneous FIX/SELL BURL 604.487.9755.

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HIGHCHAIR AND mesh-sided folding play pen/crib. Like new. Call 604.485.4933. HARDY TREE, shrub, and berry seedlings delivered. Order online at www.treetime.ca or call 1.866.873.3846. New growth guaranteed. RIFLES FOR sale: Winchester 94 lever action, caliber 444 marlin; CZ452 target bolt action, caliber 22LR. Browning Stainless Stalker, left hand bolt action, caliber 280 Remington. All like new, less than 100 rounds through. 604.483.1787. SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawm i l l s . c o m / 4 0 0 O T 1.800.566.6899 Ext:400OT

6505 Apartments/Condos for Rent FULLY FURNISHED bachelor apartment available short- or long-term, dog friendly westcoastend.com or 604.414.8595. LARGE, BRIGHT, newly renovated 1-bdrm apartment in Townsite, claw foot tub, wood floors, N/S $600/mth includes heat. 604.483.3006. LUND, QUIET, secluded, 1bdrm, furnished apartment, overlooking lake, suitable for one person $500/mth plus utilities. 604.485.4052. QT APARTMENTS, 1-bdrm available December 1, $700/mth, includes all utilities and basic cable. 604.485.3711.

6515 Commercial

PR4RENT.ca FOR DETAILS ON

SOFA AND love seat recliners, excellent condition, $950 for both 604.487.4167.

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IN POWELL RIVER

SOLID WOOD hutch, excellent quality, made in Germany $600. 604.485.4301.

604.483.8200

3560 Pets “BRIE,” one-year old rat, female, white and gray. SPCA 604.485.9252. LOST/FOUND a pet? Adopt-apet? Pet behaviour problems? Abuse or neglect concerns? w w w. s p c a . b c . c a / p o w e l l r i ve r

604.485.9252. “MAGEE,” sweet dwarf-eared rabbit, brown neutered male. SPCA 604.485.9252. “MINDY” Friendly, nine month old female pit-bull terrier/lab mix. 604.485.9252. “OSCAR, LOMO, BAILEY, KRISTOFF, and ELSA,” All lovely kittens, hoping you’ll stop by to pick your new family member. 604.485.9252. “PARMESIAN,” Two year old friendly, female, black cat. 604.485.9252.

6525 Duplexes for Rent 2-BDRM DUPLEX, ocean view, Westview, N/P, N/S, suits single or couple, references required $675/mth plus utilities. 1.250.710.5681.

Help with daily living tasks, outings, shopping, housekeeping.

FOR RENT: Senior Citizens Association has two halls plus a meeting room available to serve you. Reasonable rates. Al 604.483.3603, 604.414.9456.

6560 Houses for Rent 5-BDRM, 3-BATH Powell River. Share high end house, 3 blocks to town centre, Optic TV, Inet, all appliances, furnished, with owner and cat. Avail now $625. 778.874.3348

6945 Rooms SINGLE ROOM, located in Townsite, suit single or student, shared kitchen and bath, N/S, N/P, no drugs, available now $400/mth. Call Steve 1.778.867.1456.

Dignity ~ Security ~ Comfort

6965 Suites for Rent

For What AILS You

2-BDRM, 1-BATH, lower suite, newly renovated w/garage, 1,400 sqft, top floor, bright open space in Westview, available December 1 $1,200. Call or text 778.989.2679.

Insured and Licensed Contact Brenda-Lee Call 604.414.9813 forwhatAILSyou@outlook.com

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5015 Business Opportunities GET FREE VENDING MACHINES. Can Ear n $100,000.00 + Per Year. All Cash - Locations Provided. Protected Territories. Interest Free Financing. Full Details CALL NOW 1.866.668.6629 Website WWW.TCVEND.COM

5020 Business Services DENIED CANADA Pension Plan disability benefits? Under 65 and want to apply for CPP disability benefits? Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can h e l p. Ca l l 1. 8 7 7. 7 9 3 . 3 2 2 2 www.dcac.ca

6505 Apartments/Condos for Rent 1-BDRM, WESTVIEW, pets okay, starting at $550/mth, heat and hot water included. 604.485.2895.

HEDGES TRIMMED 485.HELP (4357) WCB and fully insured

6975 Wanted to Rent QUIET, NON-SMOKER looking for 2-BDRM apartment or condo for January 1. 604.485.7027.

8220 Lawn & Garden

PROPERTY MAINTAIN Lawn and landscape • Garden bed prep and weeding • Moss removal and dethatching • Hedge and shrub trimming •

485.H E L P (4357)

help@property-maintain.com WCB and fully insured

9145 Cars 2000 Ford Focus, 4-dr automatic, looks and runs great $2,200 OBO. 604.485.7723. 2005 FORD Crown Victoria, 194,000 kms, maintenance records, two winter tires on rims $5,000 OBO. 604.485.6454. 2015 TOYOTA Corolla LE, 7,000 kms $19,000 Firm. 604.485.4925. GARAGE KEPT, driven 3 months a year, red, supercharged, 1990 VW Corrado, new tires and brakes $4,500. 604.487.9705.

9160 Trucks & Vans

ROOF DEMOSSING ECO-friendly product removes moss and algae removes lichen and fungus foam spray applied no pressure rinse biodegradeable

485-HELP (4357) help@Roof-Wash.ca WCB and insured

9115 Auto Miscellaneous

Mechanics on Duty

6545 Hall Rentals

4030 Home Care Available

Private home-support

8220 Lawn & Garden

604.485.7927 9135 Motorcycles

15-PASSENGER BUS 23’, formerly Heather Tours, excellent condition safety inspected, view photos at heathertours.com, asking $26,000. 604.483.3551. FORD F150 XL, 6-cyl, 5-spd, excellent condition, asking $2,300, 604.483.4437.

9185 Boats 1976 ERICSON 35 sailboat, electric propulsion, cockpit enclosure, five sails, 2015 survey, nice boat $27,000. 604.485.6454, 1.250.210.0781. 22’ LINWOOD, crew boat, depth sounder, radar, brand new kicker $15,000. 604.414.5792. 23’8” FOUR Winns Vista, 302 Cobra motor, sleeps four, lots of upgrades, with trailer $24,000. 604.414.8281.

9220 RVs/Campers/Trailers 2015 SALEM 27’ dbud travel trailer, fully loaded, large slideout, walk around queen bed $22,500 FIRM. 604.485.2834.

2001 KAWASAKI 650 XLR, Enduro, runs great, good tires, new front brakes $1,950. 604.414.8428. 2010 YZ-250F, very low hours, near perfect condition, best offer takes. 604.485.2994. YAMAHA 125 BWS Scooter, like new, windshield, luggage rack, low kms, economical, enjoyable riding. 604.483.9884.

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Stevenson Road, Powell River, BC

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CROSSWORD

HOROSCOPE Week of November 23 to 29

a 5. Fore-and-____ 6. Galahad and Gawain 7. Tartan 8. Said “cheese” 9. Not he 10. “____ Day Will Come” 11. Correct! 17. Ran easily 19. Cry 22. Child 24. Remove 25. Granny 26. Hid the gray 27. Wagers 28. Thought 30. Mom’s counterpart 33. Pickup, e.g. 35. Stick-in-the-____ 38. Binds 40. Diamond or pearl 43. National symbol 45. Boundary 47. Has-____ 49. Steers 50. Margins 51. Chapel bench 52. Shock 53. Third letter 54. Took a load off

ACROSS 1. Stoop part 5. Venomous snakes 9. ____ sauce 12. Hope 13. Coating 14. Color shade 15. As well 16. Mobile homes 18. Track events 20. Farm structure 21. Alcove 23. Rely 27. Drill part 29. Make an offer 31. Impede 32. Go over copy 34. Pond barrier 36. Eat 37. Splits 39. Used a shovel 41. Teed off 42. Military gesture 44. Cold-cut shop 46. Lobster’s relative 48. Youth 51. Parcels 55. Skirt type 56. Meadow mama 57. Urgent request 58. Ingredient 59. Miniature 60. Dispatched 61. Wallet bills

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION:

TAURUS | APRIL 20 TO MAY 20 Prepare to stand out in front of a group of important people. Be ready for a period of remarkable success. Your efforts should be rewarded with a distinction or nomination. GEMINI | MAY 21 TO JUNE 21 Turn your attention to your housework this week. By cleaning your home, you’ll free your mind from distracting thoughts. One particular moment will require you to raise your voice. CANCER | JUNE 22 TO JULY 23 Expect to deal with a lot of criticism or with people voicing their confusion. Your reactions have a certain bite to them, which helps to relieve some stress and frustration. LEO | JULY 24 TO AUGUST 23 You’ll be receiving a significant amount of money, like an insu rance claim or an inheritance. Approach situations that try your patience with tact and diplomacy. VIRGO | AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 22 You’ll be full of energy this week. Make sure to get some exercise or else you could end up feeling a little depressed. A release is definitely recommended.

SUDOKU

LIBRA | SEPTEMBER 23 TO OCTOBER 22 Your mind is going to be preoccupied with a lot of thoughts and ideas, so sleep is going to be hard to come by. You’ll be tempted to change careers, and opportunities for growth will present themselves. SCORPIO | OCTOBER 23 TO NOVEMBER 22 You’ll be at the heart of a large crowd, or you’ll organize an event that brings a lot of people together. This is financially rewarding, but these people are very demanding and sometimes exhausting. SAGITTARIUS | NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 20 Companies tend make important changes at this time of the year, and fortunately, this works out to your benefit. You’ll be in line for a promotion while others are at risk of being dismissed. CAPRICORN | DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20 You’ll be sorely tempted to travel. You might also have some urgent renovations to do at home. Either way, prepare yourself for a major expense.

LAST WEEK’S SODUKO ANSWER:

DOWN 1. Did the backstroke 2. Ceramic slab 3. Necessary 4. Snapshot

ARIES | MARCH 21 TO APRIL 19 You’ll find all the inspiration you’ll need to start your own business. You’ll have new professional ambitions that highlight your talents. You’ll also make new connections.

Level: Beginner Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9X9 grid, broken down into nine 3X3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

AQUARIUS | JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19 Be prepared to face contradictory choices, which might change your plans on more than one occasion. You’ll need to be patient while things fall into place. PISCES | FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20 Balancing the different spheres of your life can be complicated, but a few adjustments at home will make things easier. You’ll need plenty of sleep to keep your immune system healthy and strong.

Christmas Cheer Hampers Applications for Christmas Cheer Hampers are available at the Town Centre Mall office, Community Resource Centre, Powell River Child, Youth and Family Services (former Oceanview School), Cranberry Child Development Centre (Artaban Street), BOND Centre (above Bank of Montreal), Black Point Store and Lang Bay Store. Deadline to submit applications is Thursday, December 8, however, we would appreciate receiving the applications much sooner as this will assist us in helping as many families as possible. Our goal is to help all families have a bright and food-filled Christmas. For further information, please contact Sandra Carmen at 604.485.2142, Lesley Ford at 604.485.6682, or email info@pr-christmas-cheer.com. Applications can also be found online at pr-christmas-cheer.com. Many thanks, Powell River and District Christmas Cheer Committee

Cash and present donations needed to help fill all the hampers! For how to help, see pr-christmas-cheer.com

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Your Hometown Grocery Store 5687 MANSON AVE • PH 604.483.4011 • OPEN DAILY 9 AM — 6 PM • FRIDAYS TILL 9 PM PRICES IN EFFECT NOVEMBER 23-29

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2 $ 98 5

Cottage Cheese $ ISLAND FARMS Assorted 500 g

Carrots

ISLAND FARMS VANILLA PLUS

$ 98

Assorted, 1.65L

WHOLESOME FOOD

5 lb bag

1 Balderson’s Montreal Freybe Cheddar Style Lyoner % Corned $ 28 Sausage $ 48 Cheese 10 2 1 Beef Old Fashioned Ham

ORGANIC

MINI HONEY

White Mushrooms

Cabbagde

Mandarins

Green or Re

2 2 5 68

$ 98

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/lb 6.57/kg

Green Onions

Ice Cream

If it doesn’t say Island Farms . . . it isn’t.

each

Assorted Squash

/lb 2.16/kg

each

esh Made frre in sto

Regular Or Paprika

530 g

Multigrain Italian $ Bread

530 g

Store Baked Cookies

Sugars

Best Brown, Demerara, Golden Yellow or Icing 1 kg

246 g

$ 98

Quick, Large Flake or Minute 1 kg

Rib Eye Grilling Steaks

12 48 3 98

$ 98 Cut-up Frying

/lb 28.62/kg

FRESH

Chickens

/lb 7.67/kg

25 FOR

DEEP RIVER

DELISSIO FROZEN

Assorted, 142

Assorted, 519-888

Kettle Chigps

Oats

Pecan Pie

ROBINHOOD

/lb 8.77/kg

$ 98

Assorted Pkg of 12

$ 98

Italian Bread

ROGERS

/lb 8.12/kg

Hot or Mild

RETAIL

100 g

GROCERY

Italian Sausage

100 g

F R E S H D A I LY

P E R S O N A L S E RV I C E

Boneless $ Pork Shoulder Roast FRESH

$ 48 OFF

100 g

/lb ch 1.5ea0/kg

1.5 lb box

Large Pineapple $

Pizzas g

2 1 6

$ 68 $ 98 $ 98

DOLE

Fruit Assorted 540 ml

$ 98

ROBIN HOOD

Flour Assorted 1.8-2.5 kg

$ 98

GENERAL MILLS

498

Oatmeal Crisp Cereal $ Assorted, 425-505 g

ON NOW GREAT SAVINGS THROUGHOUT THE STORE LOCATED DOWNSTAIRS AT MITCHELL BROTHERS 604.483.4949 • 5687 MANSON AVENUE