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Letters Thanks to the Cedar community We would like to express our extreme gratitude to all who have supported us, and continue to support us, in the loss of our son, Ryan Wallace-Tarry, on Jan 20, 2014. The entire Cedar Community is an amazing group of folks who have hugged us, fed us, talked to us, loved us, and generally kept our heads above the water of our grief. Our gratitude to all of the Emergency Personnel who tended to our beautiful boy; the Paramedics, the North Cedar Fire Department, the police, the friends that stood by our side at the hospital as we said good-bye to our son, and anyone else that had the unfortunate experience of guiding us through that heart wrenching night. The staff and students of Cedar Secondary School were nothing short of amazing. The students’ heartfelt messages, and the teachers and counselors that supported Ryan’s brother and sister. (you are angels Griffin and Ms. Kirsten Toole) Thank you to our childrens’ friends who came to visit and support them in such a difficult time.....you are all amazing individuals and Liam and Emma are blessed to have you in their lives. A huge thank you to Mr. Lintott, the principal of Cedar Secondary, who came to visit, who gave the students time and space to grieve, and who helped us organize Ryan’s celebration of life at the high school. We are sure it was a hard, exhausting time for you all and we will NEVER forget how gracious and kind you all were. We want to extend a HUGE thank you to Joel Collins, a fellow firefighter and friend, and another dear friend, Jennifer Jones, who put together the slide show for Ryan. We appreciate all the time they took gathering photos and music that would help us honour, and show to all the wonderful life Ryan led and what he was all about. (slide show can be viewed by searching Ryan Wallace-Tarry on Vimeo. ) Thank you to Shania Phillips, who sang so beautifully at Ryan’s celebration of life, and his fellow band mates, Cole Saunders, Colton Mann, and Colby Kambeitz, who at the last minute came together to play some songs that Ryan had helped them write and compose. We wanted to thank Ryan’s treasured friends who shared stories, who laughed and cried with us, who loved him and knew him in a unique way. He loved you all! The time you spent
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with us in our home is something we will remember and cherish always. We know you all carry a piece of him in your hearts!!! We have initiated a safety campaign for pedestrians and drivers called: “Reflect For Ryan.” Our aim is to bring more awareness to all drivers and pedestrians to take as much care as possible, especially in our dark, rural areas. The website is in its early stages and is simple called: www.reflect4ryan.ca . As time goes by and we carry on down our journey of grief, forever changed, we draw comfort that we have so many people surrounding us in a big collective hug called “CEDAR!!!!!!”. Love to you all - Carol, Brian, Liam and Emma Wallace-Tarry A bursary has been established in memory of Ryan, called the “Ryan Seventeen Bursary.” It will be awarded on a yearly basis to a person or persons within the Cedar Community who demonstrates a quality of character and use for the funds that would be in keeping with Ryan’s spirit and values. The bursary will be administered by the North Cedar Firehall Society. Email: briancarolwallace-tarry@shaw.ca or send a donation: North Cedar Firehall C/O Treasure of NCFD 2100 Yellow Pt. Road V9R 5K2 Please make cheques out to: Ryan Seventeen Bursary.
I am not a racist. I am not a bigot. I believe all humans are created equal. I enjoy the company of people from all walks of life, all levels of education, all colors of skin and all ethnic origins, and most religions. How then can I bring myself to accept that certain people in our country should have rights that all Canadians don’t enjoy. I can’t. Our so-called leaders have been negotiating away these equalities since the country was formed, so that now in fear of some adverse reactions that might occur if we don’t acquiesce, we find ourselves being threatened with blockades, denial of access to roads and waterways, separation, and other unspecified civil disobedience. Canada has become a nation divided into three camps. On the one hand we have the majority of taxpayers going about their business of trying to raise families and earn a living and pay their taxes, and on the other hand, we have people trying to figure out the best way to separate these funds from the government for their own benefit, or create rules that don’t apply to everyone. No one alive today can claim to have ancestors who were the “first“ people on this continent. And even if they could, why should
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that entitle anyone to a larger share of the countries’ wealth than anyone else? We are a capitalist democracy. You get your share in proportion to your contribution.You work, you get paid, you buy what you need. I get it, that along with that freedom goes the responsibility to help those who can’t help themselves, and we have established a pretty good system of healthcare, education and welfare funding for those individuals. In Canada, any race or religion can preserve its own identity and language and many do just that, on their own, without any government funding. I don’t buy that any small minority group in this country has any right to bar any other groups or citizens from access to public lands and waters anywhere in this country, and the sooner our elected officials confirm this fact, the better for all Canadians. The first order of business is to affirm just what are the public lands and waterways. The next is to reaffirm that we are a Nation of equals, not a group of unequal Nations. - Michael Smith
Letters to the editor are welcome but subject to space and editing and do not necessarily reflect those of TAKE 5. editor@take5.ca Po Box 59, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A1
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On taxes, police costs and garbage recycling program The Town of Ladysmith’s municipal property tax rate increased by 2.94 per cent in 2014. As we continue a tax shift policy away from heavy industrial (0 per cent increase) and commercial (2.2 per cent increase) the average residential home in Ladysmith will experience a 3.89 per cent increase on the municipal portion of their tax bill. Some of you will see a smaller increase, or none at all, while some of you will see a larger increase depending on whether the assessed value of your home went up or down this year. In 2014, we have budgeted for ongoing construction of our new Waste Water Treatment Plant, as well as testing for a new filtration system for our water supply. Other projects of note include Holland Creek Trail improvements, replacement of the Holland Creek Trail footbridge, energy upgrades at Frank Jameson Community Centre, turnout gear and equipment for firefighters, reserve funds to replace the aging City Hall and Fire Hall, security upgrades to the RCMP Detachment Office, and the 2014 local government elections. What is particularly challenging for Town Council is the provincial requirement that the Town pay the full cost of placing new surveillance cameras (CCVE’s) in the cell block area of our RCMP Detachment Office estimated at cost of over $100,000 or nearly 1.5 per cent of taxation. Although the building is shared between provincial and municipal officers, it technically belongs to the Town and we are required to fund the full costs of such upgrades. In British Columbia, hospital and education services are partially funded by
property tax that is levied equitably, by assessment base, across each regional district regardless of whether you live in a municipality or an electoral area. However, the burden of policing costs is unfairly placed on residents who live in municipalities with a population over 5,000. The Ladysmith RCMP detachment serves CVRD Area G (Saltair), Thetis, Penelakut, Area H (North Oyster/ Diamond), Cassidy, and the Stz’uminus First Nation. Figures for the last three years show that just under half of all the service calls attended to by the Ladysmith Detachment were outside the Town of Ladysmith. However, in 2013 our residents contributed $196 per average single family dwelling towards policing costs, while the average household in Saltair paid $48 and the average North Oyster/Diamond household paid approximately $57 to support the same detachment. The graph above shows the average tax levy for last year (2013) for all single family homes in all areas of the CVRD not including water and sewer taxes. Two communities – Ladysmith and North Cowichan – pay a large portion of policing costs. Ladysmith, with a population of 8,000, is required to pay
70 per cent of our policing costs. In 2013, we paid on average $141 more per household for RCMP services than our neighbours in areas G and H. North Cowichan, with a population of 29,000, is required to pay 90 per cent of their policing costs. In 2013, they paid on average $236 more per household than their CVRD neighbours.
New Recycling Program is Province-Wide The Cowichan Valley Regional District has become a provincial leader in waste diversion. We have been, for some time, a leader in the province in our recycling efforts. However, the curbside recycling collection, that we have taken for granted, was never established in many communities in B.C. In 2011, the BC government passed a regulation making businesses that produce/supply packaging and printed paper (PPP) responsible for collecting and recycling that material once consumers are finished with it. As a result, a not-for-profit organization called Multi-Material BC (MMBC) was formed to represent businesses to meet their obligations under the recycling regulation. MMBC, in consultation with stakeholders, including businesses and local governments, has developed a
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stewardship plan to collect and recycle residential packaging and printed paper. In April 2013, the provincial government approved the MMBC’s stewardship plan. The program took effect across British Columbia on May 19, 2014. Many communities in BC are now receiving curbside collection of recyclables for the first time. In Ladysmith, as all Cowichan communities, we have enjoyed an extensive recycling curbside collection system for nearly two decades. The new BC wide program allows additional items in your recycling, including ‘tetra-pack’ cartons, drink cups, aerosol cans, spiral wound containers (for frozen juice, cookies, chips and other items), and plastic plant pots. However, film plastic such as plastic grocery bags, bread bags, garden product bags, and dry cleaning bags (to name a few) will no longer be accepted in curbside recycling. Residents have expressed their concerns that this is a step backwards in our commitment to recycling in Ladysmith and the rest of the CVRD. In early 2013, the CVRD called upon all regional districts to support our appeal to MMBC and MOE to include the collection of film plastics. Our appeal was not successful. In an effort to establish a common recycling program across BC some products were considered too challenging to recycle at this time through the curbside collection program. Unfortunately, at the sorting plants, film plastics are difficult to separate from other recyclables, as they tend to wrap themselves around other products. Also, there are limited markets for processing film plastics. We encourage you to continue to recycle your film plastics. They are accepted at two locations in Ladysmith, the Peerless Road Recycling Centre, and the Encorp Return-it Centre (Bottle Depot). At our house we collect plastic bags in one location, and will take them for recycling when we need to take a trip to Peerless Road or the Bottle Depot. Reusable grocery bags are of course an excellent alternative to plastic ones. For information and a complete list of acceptable items, visit www.recyclinginbc.ca rhutchins@ladysmith.ca
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Happy 110, Ladysmith! Looking back 10 years ago at the Centennial Year BY ROB JOHNSON Where were you 10 years ago? Chances are you were at one of the many Centennial events and projects that were hosted that year! June 4, 2004 marked the 100th anniversary of the incorporation of the City of Ladysmith. To mark this occasion the Town celebrated with a year of events, activities, and projects - many have left a legacy that we still enjoy today. On June 4 people gathered in front of the Ladysmith Library on First Avenue for the formal celebration with cake cutting and speeches. Many expressed their pride in our community. Terry Boyle, a Ladysmith Secondary School teacher, and a group of his students entertained the crowd with his award winning song ‘Ladysmith”. Idonna Tollefson presented a Centennial Quilt that she spent hours crafting for the Town. Special guests attended, including the mayor of the Garden Island City of Samal in the Philippines, a community that the Town of Ladysmith was in partnership with to help improve the quality of life. The Centennial year started in the fall of 2003 when dozens of local school students participated in planting 7000 daffodil bulbs that would bloom as a start to the year. On New Year’s Eve the
Centennial Committee held a costumed dance and on January 1 a special, larger than normal polar bear swim was the official start to the year. Over the year events included distributing 100 cameras to the public and asking them to take photographs of all the events to create a record of 2000 photos. Along with the Centennial song writing contest, a competition was held for a $10,000 award to create a commemorative work of art. The three dimensional mural of the four stages in the evolution of the community over the past 100 years is located in the stairwell at the Frank Jameson Community Centre. Also at the centre is a safe containing a time capsule that was filled with artefacts and materials of the day. The year was filled with musical events by visiting performing groups such a troop of Ukrainian dancers from Edmonton, the Summer Youth Pops Symphony from Vancouver, and RCN Naden Concert Band. The sports field up at Ladysmith Secondary School was used for a variety of events. At one point it was the back drop for a photograph of all the high school students and teachers spelling out LSS and it was also used to hold every student in Ladysmith in a classic aerial photo with the students lined to spell out LADYSMITH 1904-2004. A month or so later it hosted a open giant market with close to 100 vendors, and the other sports field became an entertainment centre for marching bands and dancers. Heavy rains didn’t dampen the mood and the entertainment moved inside the Frank Jameson Community Centre where Philipino dancers, Norwegian dancers and local singers continued to Left: Civic pride worn with pride. Walter Brownlow (aka Uncle Walter) with friend. Above: Terry Boyle performs “Ladysmith” song
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entertain. Everyone in town was invited to the Amphitheatre to take part in a community photo. The day included live entertainment and a spectacular fly past by numerous air craft including a planned 100 plane flyby. Earlier in the year the Snow Birds also did a flyby. For water recreationists, the Mt. Brenton Power Squadron marked the 49th Parallel with signage. Today it is a site of many photo ops. Two of the more spectacular events were the Tribal Journey, where more than a dozen First Nations canoes visited Transfer Beach. This event helped open the doors for fostering a spirit of co-operation between the Town and our First Nations neighbours. The second was Fanfare and Fire Bells. Ladysmith Fire and Rescue, in conjunction with our local detachment of the RCMP, brought this event to Ladysmith featuring dozens of vintage fire trucks and police cars. There was a separate parade through town and numerous events, and activities held at the Amphitheatre with a water bomber, and search and rescue vessels. They put on a fantastic show for the people of Ladysmith. The Centennial Committee had a grant from the Town of $30,000 but received some donations including free office space from the Ladysmith & District Credit Union. The committee was able to purchase a permanent $10,000 piece of public art and an award winning Centennial Book ‘Ladysmith 100 Years’, produced by TAKE 5 was given to every household in Ladysmith with a total value of some $50,000. The book is still for sale with all proceeds going to the Ladysmith Museum. The local service clubs worked together and constructed the wonderful water spray park at Transfer Beach Park with an estimated value of $250,000. The Native Daughters compiled and produced a Centennial cookbook. The Ladysmith Fishermen’s Wharf Association in partnership with the federal government spent well over $100,000 for the building at the boat basin that houses washrooms, laundry and the wharfinger’s office. Now it is 10 years later. Many have kept their centennial books, t-shirts, bumper stickers, commemorative posters, pins or an envelope with the postmark issued by Canada Post. Many of us
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enjoy the amenities and facilities that were initiated and fostered during this period. Today the Ladysmith Archives still has the centennial committee’s phone number, 250-245-0100 and is a major research centre. As we look back at the Centennial and on June 4 celebrate the Town’s 110th year, we are reminded of what can happen when the community and the Town “Join the Party”. The level of civic pride and the legacy continue. Who knows what adventure awaits in the next 10 years? More photos www.take5.ca or facebook.com/take5publications Bobbie Williamson and Susan Jones researched and created a portable mini museum. Photos: Rob Johnson and Marina Sacht
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Supply and Demand: Ladysmith Watershed BY BRYAN A. HENDERSON My interest in the Watersheds used by Ladysmith began during my involvement in the Environmental Commission for Ladysmith in 2008. The existing Official Community Plan for Ladysmith identifies enough vacant land within the existing boundaries to reach a population of 17000. The Timberwest Couverdon land extension would simply add another 5000 people to the Town. This prompted the question, ‘Is there a sustainable ater supply sufficient to meet the demand of 17000 or more, residents?. My experience and education gives me the theoretical and technical background to clarify and quantify this question. I worked as an Aquatic Fisheries Research Scientist for the Ontario Government for 24 years; I have a B.Sc. (UBC), M.Sc. (UBC), and Ph.D. (Aberdeen) in Zoology and Environmental Sciences. I was also an Adjunct Professor in Biological Sciences at Erindale College (University of Toronto) and the University of Windsor (Ontario). My Report, ‘Watershed Supply and Demand: Ladysmith’, is based on the engineering reports and data freely provided to me by the Town of Ladysmith. The weather data was obtained from Environment Canada (Nanaimo Airport). The full Technical Report is available. The Water Supply is dependent upon Precipitation (snow and rain) falling on the three Watersheds (Holland Creek, 24 square kilometre (SK); Banon Creek, 7 SK; Stocking Creek (1.7 SK)). From these Watersheds, Ladysmith has Water Licenses to use specific volumes of water from each Watershed and Reservoir. There is no formula used by the Ministry of Lands, Forests, and Natural Resources to determine how much water can be used under these Water Licenses; how these Water Licenses were determined is a mystery. What is not a mystery, is the Recoverable Water Capacity of each Watershed, provided one knows the Area of the Watersheds, the Precipitation rates (P, rain and snow), and the Discharge rates (Q). Imagine that the Watershed is like a leaky tarp, that only llows some of the water (P), in the form of rain and snow, to flow into a downspout (Q).This Discharge rate
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is what forms a large part of our Water Supply. These P’s and Q’s, Precipitation and Discharge (runoff), were collected for only one full year (May 2000 to June 2001) for one Watershed (Holland Creek). Knowing these values of P and Q, I was able to predict from an equation, the water available at Chicken Ladder to supply a major part of our Water Supply. This is a valuable equation that must be replicated for all Watersheds; until this is done, we do not know how much water is really available. There is a critical need for comparable data for Banon Creek, Stocking Lake, and Holland Lake. Thus, we have a quarter of the minimum information, in one year, to predict real Water Supply. There has been much talk and controversy about the Town’s acquisition of the Holland Lake Watershed. Holland Lake can probably hold about one million cubic metres of water. This sounds like a lot of water, but in comparison, 60-80% of this water could be drawn in one year, if the population size and water Demand is doubled. The Holland Lake Reservoir is of critical importance to our water supply, even now. There are somecritical unknowns for this theoretical Watershed: 1.) the precise volumetric capacity, and 2.) evidence that there is a Holland Lake Watershed that actually supplies water to Holland Lake. It may be, as I have calculated, that the surface area of Holland Lake is the main collection surface for the Lake. The Banon Creek Watershed could, in theory, refill Holland Lake, but the P’s and Q’s are not known for this Watershed; In essence, we know very little about the hydrology and hydrogeology of Holland Lake’s potential ‘Watersheds’. Once it is known from where the water comes, the next question is, ‘how much water can we use?’. Water Consumption by Ladysmith is divided between Holland Creek/Lake and Stocking Lake. I will focus my discussion on the Water Consump-
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tion from the Holland Creek. In the past years, 600 TCM (thousand cubic metres) of water was consumed each year from May to September from the Holland Creek; the Water License only allows 400 TCM. The shortfall is met my withdrawing 200 TCM from Holland Lake. Now, I show what happens if the Demand (our consumption of water) doubles, as anticipated if the Town’s population increases to 17000 people. This is the worrying part. The increased Consumption would increase to 1200 TCM, but the Water License is only allows 400 TCM from Holland Creek. Now, 800 TCM must be drawn from Holland Lake, exceeding the annual recharging capacity of the Holland Lake Watershed. As I mentioned earlier, the evidence that the Holland Lake Reservoir is filled naturally from the Holland Lake Watershed is questionable or not proven. The gravity feed from Banon Creek, could, in theory, provide the necessary water; the hydrology of Banon Creek, however, is not clearly understood. We seem to be entering into a risky situation. Local people have asked me why we have water restrictions in the summer, and what would happen if the Demand doubled. In addition, people are concerned that with Climate Change, the recharging of the Holland Creek Reservoir may be reduced. It would be a useful experiment to draw 800 TCM from Holland Creek, each year, for two or more years, to assess whether Holland Lake can be recharged naturally, anticipating the expected increased Demand from 17000 people. Climate is changing Globally, and Locally. My analyses of Air Temperatures, Precipitation, and Snowfall, is for a relatively short span of years (1948-2006). Despite this, the evidence is clear, that average yearly Temperatures have risen 2 degrees (C), from 8.5 to 10.5 degrees. As expected, snowfalls have declined over this period of time. Importantly, the persistence of these snow fields is probably declining as well. Local people who travel near Hall and Coronation Mountains (our Watershed) have observed that the snowfields are disappearing earlier (perhaps 2 months earlier). Precipitation has increased slightly over the last 60 years, but the variation from year to year may also be increasing. Rain in the ‘dry season’ (May to September) is showing a worrying trend; from the mid-1970s to the present, the amount of rain may be decreasing; this is coincident with the overall Air Temperatures rising by more than 1 degree (C) by the mid-1970s. These types of ‘Tipping Points’ are common during Climate Change. If these trends continue for only another 20 years (the horizon of the Town’s anticipated population increase), water supply could be a problem. The Water Supply for the Fish Hatchery on Bush Creek, has decreased dramatically, so that now there is no evident flow in August, and possibly inadequate flows in mid-winter for incubating eggs and developing Salmonid larvae. The aquatic ecology of Holland Creek could well be affected significantly unless there is a guaranteed minimum flow throughout the year. Perhaps, we have to accept that Ladysmith should continue as a small sustainable community. At the simplest level, our water supply is limited naturally, and could become more limited in the future. Read Dr. Bryan Henderson`s full report Watershed Supply and Demand: Ladysmith at www.take5.ca/news/water
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Maritime Heritage Day Ladysmith Maritime Heritage Day is Saturday, June 7 and expect it to be bigger than last year with over 24 heritage vessels. Their newly extended visitors dock now offers over 1000 feet of dock space for visiting boats. Classic wooden pleasure craft and work boats will be crammed in and open for your inspection. Ashore there will be a display of heritage trucks, cars and equipment in the upper area hosted by the Mid Island Tractor and Equipment Club. The new RCMSAR vessel will be commissioned in a ceremony with four other SAR craft in attendance. Some lucky folks will get free rides on the fabulous new craft. If the line up is too long for that, take a free harbour tour on the LMS vessel, Maritimer. The Yellow Point Cutter owned by Richard Hill of the Yellow Point Lodge and restored by Ladysmith’s Robert Lawson is eye candy for the wooden boat enthusiast. At the far end of the dock, the 80 foot opulent M.V. Deerleap will leave you amazed by the attention to detail. Visit LMS heritage boats Saravan and Kirkegaard, the floating museum and Harbour Heritage Centre ashore. It is not to be missed. Check out the Waterfront Gallery in the same building featuring local artists. Back on the dock, local marine artists will be showing. Come for breakfast or lunch at Oyster Bay Cafe in the Welcome Centre. Stroll the docks, chat with boat owners and neighbours, relax, sit and enjoy the beautiful setting. The purple martins will be swooping very close, hard at work feeding their young. The heritage boats will be open to the public from 10am to 4pm and there’s lots to keep you there long after that.
Vicki Suddaby, Chair of Cedar Skate Park Association has lots to smile about at the opening of the Cedar Skate Park. Photo: Marina Sacht
Boating and heritage come together for a fun event at Ladysmith Maritime Heritage Day Saturday, June 7 at the Ladysmith Maritime Society docks. Photo: Rob Pinkerton
Cedar Skate Park celebrates After 10 years of collaboration, hard work and fundraising that made the new park a reality, community members of all ages gathered at the Cedar Skate Park on May 24 to celebrate. “The Cedar Skate Park Association is very excited about the official opening and about the project being finished,” said Vicki Suddaby, Chair. “We believe the whole community will benefit from the park and we are so glad to see local youth, and many other users from near and far, enjoying it.” The skate park is located at the southeastern corner of the Cedar Secondary School property. The final project cost for the park was $589,000 including the cost to construct the parking lot, which was not within the original scope of the project. The Province of BC, through the Community Recreation Grant (2012) contributed $439,410; the RDN contributed $99,500 and the Cedar Skate Park Association fundraised and contributed
$50,000. Everyone is invited to the last AGM meeting of the Association on June 19, 7 pm at the Cedar Community Secondary School. Visit www.take5.ca for more photos
Students Helping Seniors Program is Back The Students Helping Seniors program allows seniors to complete household chores with the assistance of local students. In return, the seniors pay them $10.25 per hour. Registration is now open for both seniors and students to become part of the program. For seniors to be eligible for the program they must be at least 55 years of age or require assistance with tasks such as lawn mowing, gardening, or washing cars, and live in the Ladysmith area. For students, you must be 14-18 years of age and live in the Ladysmith area. Michael Williams, the new coordinator for the program, is back home from UBC where he is a Bachelor of Science student. “After 20 years of living in La-
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dysmith, I’m eager to get the program running for the summer and give back to the community,” he says. Contact Michael Williams at the Ladysmith Resources Centre 250-245-3079, MikeLRCA@gmail.com, or drop by 630 2nd Avenue and Buller street.
The Big Bike is Back The Vancouver Island office of the Heart and Stroke Foundation is recruiting teams to participate in Lady-
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smith’s annual Big Bike event at the Aggie Hall on June 2, 2014 presented by Dairy Farmers of Canada. Local organizations are invited to help ‘Take a Seat to Extend a Life’ by getting a team of 29 together to ride a 2km route in their community on Canada’s only 30 seat bike. Last year Ladysmith’s Big Bike raised over $6,800. These funds have helped support life-saving research here in BC. To register your team, please call Jami
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Cedar Walk for Water Building a Legacy will be hosting a community walk/jog/run on Saturday, June 21 from 10 am to 1 pm around Hemer Park, about 3km, as a fundraiser to build a school in Kenya. There will be a competition with prizes, and an educational experience. The registration fee is $10 which includes a water bottle and a hotdog lunch. For more information cedarlegacy@gmail.com or www.facebook. com/events/401754149963436/?ref_ dashboard_filter=calendar
Fishing Derby! Zuiderzee Campground and Resort’s Annual Father’s Day Fishing Derby is June 15. This is the 15th year for this family friendly event that is sold out every year. Shelia Gould, owner of the resort, says “the event is very popular and they have to limit it to 300 participants. This year we have 60 plus sponsors and are always looking for more.” The tickets are $30 and prizes range from tshirts to electric motors. If your business would like to sponsor a prize for the fishing derby call 250-722-2334.
LaFF’s AGM and Appreciation Happy 107th Birthday, Keith Turner Ladysmith’s Keith Turner celebrated his 107th on May 7 with family and friends at La Rosa Gardens. Turner, who used to smoke and drink, says his secret to living a long life is be active. “Physically, mentally and travel wherever you can travel. Turner loved to travel. His job with Madill Machinery led to extensive travels which he continued in later life. At 100 he went to Egypt. Having good genes and being stubborn also helps. Turner is the oldest man on Vancouver Island and the second oldest in BC being beaten out by a few weeks, said Ladysmith Mayor Rob Hutchins. The oldest woman in BC lives in Victoria and is 110. Interestingly, all three were born in the same area in Manitoba. Terry, his son, still lives in Cedar with his wife Eileen. They describe Keith as a perfectionist “who can make anything.” Keith’s inventive mind coupled with a huge work ethic kept him always busy. Terry recalls the houses they built and the concrete poured on many late nights. Terry and Eileen are not surprised by Keith’s longevity. His father and brother were in their late 90’s. “When he was 103 he was still using the chin-up bar in the doorway”, laughs Eileen. At the birthday celebration Turner was presented with boxes of Purdy’s Chocolate by the Town of Ladymsith. A fitting gift as the company is also 107 years old. Front row: Jakoby Giannakos, Keith Turner, Desi DeKoninck 2nd row: Karen Kardos, Janice Berger, Teresa DeKoninck 3rd Row Anne Paul, Marilyn Turner, Donna Giannakos, Eileen Turner, Cindy Huber, Rene & Graham Turner Back Row: George Giannakos, Terry Turner. Photo: Marina Sacht
LaFF presents the unveiling of “The Story of LaFF” drawn documentary, volunteer appreciation, refreshments, and voting in a new LaFF board on June 11, 6:30 pm, Ladysmith Maritime Society’s Welcome Centre, upstairs. laffexecutivedirector@shaw.ca 250-210-0870
Final service for minister Min-Goo Kang, the minister at Ladysmith First United Church, will be ending his leadership of this congregation with the service on June 15. The service on June 15 will be in the Amphitheatre at Transfer Beach at 10:30. This will be a celebration of the gifts Min-Goo Kang has shared with the congregation during the four years he has been their minister. He and HaNa and their boys will have a travelling vacation to Winnipeg where Ha Na has been called to a team ministry position at a church. In the case of rain, the service on June 15 will be at the church. - Caroline H. Davidson
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Authors uncover unmanned When Ann Rogers and John Hill began their research three years ago, unmanned aerial vehicles were still fairly secret weapons. “I wanted my politics class to discuss why the CIA were using drones against people in Pakistan, where there was no war going on,” says Rogers, an instructor at Vancouver Island University “But I found that hardly anyone was writing about them.” With backgrounds in defence journalism, they began asking around, and soon had a book contract with a British publisher. The result is their new book Unmanned which is getting national attention. “Drones basically do the same things that manned aircraft do,” says Hill who runs the VIU Writing Centre. “But there is no pilot onboard to get shot down or captured by the enemy. We wondered if this made a difference to how military and political leaders use them.” They found governments seem willing to send drones into situations where they would never send conventional military forces. “This raises a lot of ethical and legal questions,” says Rogers. The most surprising thing they found out is that drones have actually been around for a long time. “Marilyn Monroe was building drones for the US military in 1944, when she was discovered by an army photographer,” Hill said. The pair will be talking about their book at the Ladysmith Library on Thursday, June 5 at 6:30pm. Everyone welcome. Above: Husband and wife writing team John Hill and Ann Rogers will be talking about their new book ‘Unmanned - Drone Warfare and Global Security on June 5 at the Ladysmith Library. Left: Brian Williams, president of the Ladysmith & District Historical Soceity explaining how the skidder at Copper Canyon worked. Opposite page: Ladysmith artist Emerald Specks’ new CD
New Ladysmith book reading Brian Williams, president of the Ladysmith & District Historical Society, recently gave a guided tour of old logging operations in Copper Canyon, west of Chemainus. Patrick Dunae, author of a new history of Ladysmith and its credit union, was an enthusiastic tourist on this excursion. Williams’ father worked on the logging railway in this area in the 1940s and early 1950s, and Dunae men-
tions the Copper Canyon loggers who formed the Ladysmith & District Credit Union in his history book. A highlight of the trek was an encounter with an impressive industrial artifact known as the Willamette skidder, a massive machine manufactured in Portland, Oregon, in the early 1930s. On June 10 at 2 pm, Dunae will be discussing his research and new book Ladysmith. Our Community. Your Credit Union - A History at the Lady-
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District Historical Society, to support the Ladysmith Archives. For more information about the event, call the Ladysmith branch of the Vancouver Island Regional Library at 250-245-2322.
New Name for Local Jewel Local musician Lena Birtwistle has released a debut album ‘No Sound’ under her new name Emerald Specks. For more information, tickets and show details go to http://emeraldspecks.com/ or visit https://www.facebook.com/emeraldspecks
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Upcoming new artists The Student Artistry Show at Ladysmith Waterfront Gallery is a great opportunity to see the up and coming talent in our community, featuring student work from First Nations, local schools, art classes and Vancouver Island University. Opening night is June 14 at 7pm with guest speaker Gregory Ball of VIU. The show runs June 6 to 29 at the Gallery located at 610 Oyster Bay Drive, Ladysmith 250-245-1252. www.ladysmithwaterfrontgallery.com
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Be A HomeTown Tourist weekend, June 14-15 Lace up your running shoes, grab your cameras and get ready to play tourist in the annual Be A Hometown Tourist Weekend. On May 12, Ladysmith Town Council proclaimed June 14-15, 2014 ‘Be a Hometown Tourist Weekend’. Spearheaded by TAKE 5, in partnership with many local groups, businesses and community-minded individuals, this campaign offers an opportunity for residents and visitors to discover the Central Vancouver Island communities of Ladysmith, Cassidy, and Cedar. Bringing together free events, attractions, activities, shops and services all offering specials during that weekend. Some of the activities planned are harbour boat tours, a guided historic downtown Ladysmith tour, farm tours, and two for one specials kayaking, golfing, special menu items at local restaurants and use of the indoor swimming pool, sauna and gym at Frank Jameson Community Centre. Cindy Damphousse, who launched the campaign four years ago, said she is excited by the response. “We often miss the treasures that are right in our back-
Discover Ladysmith’s harbour. Sealeg Kayaking Adventures are one of the many activities during “Be a HomeTown Tourist” Weekend.
yard. This is a way for us to remember what an amazing place we live in.” Damphousse said that the campaign was modeled after other programs that have been successful in many communities. “Amazing things happen in small places,” she says. Damphousse, who is also the coordinator of the TAKE 5 Ladysmith plus Cedar to Chemainus Vacation Guide says we can help promote tourism by being our own town’s ambassadors. For up to date schedule and more information on events and specials call 250-245-7015 or the Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce 250-245-2112 or visit www.take5.ca/hometowntourist
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Saturday June 14, 2014 7am-dark, Cottonwood Golf Course, 2 for 1 Golf, 1975 Haslam Rd, 250245-5157 to book your tee time, be sure to mention ‘Be a HomeTown Tourist Weekend’ special. 7:30am-6pm, 49th Café, 2 for 1, Specialty Coffee Drinks and smoothies, 1020 1st Ave, 250-245-3221, be sure to mention ‘Be a HomeTown Tourist Weekend’ special. 8am-6pm, 2 for 1, Work Out at Frank Jameson Community Centre Fitness
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Centre, 810 6th Ave, 250-245-6424, be sure to mention ‘Be a HomeTown Tourist Weekend’ special. 8am-9pm Eaglequest Golf Centre, 1601 Thatcher Rd. 250-754-1325 No charge 2nd round- Your second round is FREE! And mention ‘Be a HomeTown Tourist Weekend’ special. 9:30am-3:30pm, Ladysmith Visitor Centre on Roberts Street, open to answer all your questions. 250-245-2112 9:30am-6pm, Sealegs Kayaking 2 for 1 single kayak one hour rental, Transfer Beach. 250-245-4096. Be sure to mention ‘Be a HomeTown Tourist Weekend’ special. 10am, Ladysmith Historic Downtown Walking Tour with local historian Rob Johnson. Meet at Ladysmith Visitor Centre on Roberts Street -FREE- No reservation required. 10am-3pm, Friends of Morden Mine, offering tours of Morden Colliery Historic Provincial Park. Access to the park is off Hwy 1 on Morden Rd. -FREE -No reservations required. 10am-4pm, Ladysmith Museum, 721 1st Ave. Extended hours for touring. 2450423-FREE- No reservation required
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10am-4pm, The Ladysmith Museum is hosting an Old Fashioned Flea Market on the grounds of the museum to celebrate this occasion. Organizers would like participants to bring their own tables or tarps and set up their sale items. A donation will be welcomed from the vendors but the use of the space comes with no ties. A prize will be awarded to those who dress in old fashioned clothing or at the very least a fancy hat. The Museum will also be open and a draw will be made for a door prize. Please come and have a “garage” type sale at the museum and have some fun at the same time Please call Shamim at 250-245-0890 to book space and or if you have any questions. 10am-4pm, Ladysmith Waterfront Art Gallery, 610 Oyster Bay Dr. Ladysmith. 250-245-1252 will be having extended hours for gallery and studio viewing. -FREE- No reservation required. 11am, Hazelwood Herb Farm offering free tours of the farm focusing on herbal teas. 3576 Adshead Rd. 250-245-8007– FREE- No reservation required. 10am & 2:30pm, Ladysmith Maritime Society, 610 Oyster Bay Dr. will be running Harbour Boat Tours. 250-245-
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0109. No reservation required. $ 15 per person for a 90 minute tour. 11am-2pm, Oyster Bay Cafe, located in the Ladysmith Maritime Society’s Welcome Centre. Your Community Marina is offering BBQ roasted oysters on the half shell and served with bruschetta. 6 oysters- $12.50. Be sure to mention‘Be a HomeTown Tourist Weekend’ special. 250-924-2245 11am to closing, A&W Restaurant, 12615 B Trans Canada Hwy. 250-2455213 is offering a bucket of delicious Chubby Chicken for $15 with coupon from the June TAKE 5 (see page 25). To order your bucket for pick up please call 250-245-5213. 2pm, Hazelwood Herb Farm is offering free tours of the farm. 3576 Adshead Rd. 250-245-8007- FREE -No reservation required. 3-4:55pm, 2 for 1 Swim, Soak or Sauna at Frank Jameson Community Centre Aquatics Centre 810 6th Ave. 250-2456424 No reservation required, be sure to mention ‘Be a HomeTown Tourist Weekend’ special. 6-7:25pm, 2 for 1 Swim, Soak or Sauna at Frank Jameson Community Centre
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Aquatics Centre 810 6th Ave. 250-245-6424. No reservation required. Mention ‘Be a HomeTown Tourist Weekend’ special.
Sunday June 15, 2014 7am-dark, Cottonwood Golf Course, 2 for 1 Golf, 1975 Haslam Rd, Call 250-245-5157 to book your tee time. Be sure to mention‘Be a HomeTown Tourist Weekend’ special. 7:30am-6pm, 49th Café, 2 for 1, Specialty Coffee Drinks and smoothies, 1020 1st Ave., 250-245-3221. Be sure to mention ‘Be a HomeTown Tourist Weekend’ special. 8am- 6pm, 2 for 1 Work Out at Frank Jameson Community Centre Fitness Centre, 810 6th Ave, 250-245-6424. Be sure to mention ‘Be a HomeTown Tourist Weekend’ special. 8am-9pm, Eaglequest Golf Centre, 1601 Thatcher Rd. 250754-1325 Customer Appreciation Day/Father’s Day Coloured Ball promo (Find a coloured ball in your range basket and you win a prize). Free hot dog and drink between (12-2pm), All Dads golf FREE (with accompanying green fee) – All Dads get a FREE range bucket (with accompanying range purchase) 9:30am-6pm, Sealegs Kayaking 2 for 1 single kayak one hour rental, Transfer Beach. 250-245-4096. Be sure to mention ‘Be a HomeTown Tourist Weekend’ special. 10am-3pm, Friends of Morden Mine, offering tours of Morden Colliery Historic Provincial Park. Access to the park is off Hwy 1 on Morden Rd. – FREE-No reservations required. 10am-4pm, Ladysmith Museum, 721 1st Ave. Extended hours for touring. 250-245-0423 – FREE-No reservation required. 10am-4pm, Ladysmith Waterfront Art Gallery, 610 Oyster Bay Dr., Ladysmith, 250-245-1252 will be having extended hours for gallery and studio viewing. -FREE- No reservation required. 10am–2pm, Cedar Farmers Market, Enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables, local products, organic fare, and entertainment. The market is open in the parking lot at the Crow & Gate. FREE event. 10am & 2:30pm, Ladysmith Maritime Society, 610 Oyster Bay Dr., will be running Harbour Boat Tours. 250-245-0109. No reservation required $15 per person for a 90 minute tour. 11am-2pm, Oyster Bay Cafe, located in the Ladysmith Maritime Society’s Welcome Centre. Your Community Marina is offering BBQ roasted oysters on the half shell and served with bruschetta. 6 oysters- $12.50. Be sure to mention ‘Be a HomeTown Tourist Weekend’ special. 250-924-2245 11am to closing, A&W Restaurant 12615 B Trans Canada Hwy. 250-245-5213 is offering a bucket of delicious Chubby Chicken for $15 with coupon from the June TAKE 5 (see page 25). To order your bucket for pick up please call 250-245-5213. 2pm, Hazelwood Herb Farm offering free tours of the farm, 3576 Adshead Rd. 250-245-8007. FREE-No reservation required. 3pm-4:55pm, 2 for 1 Swim, Soak or Sauna at Frank Jameson Community Centre Aquatics Centre 810 6th Ave 250-245-6424. No reservation required. Be sure to mention ‘Be a HomeTown Tourist Weekend’ special. 6pm-7:25pm, 2 for 1 Swim, Soak or Sauna at Frank Jameson Community Centre Aquatics Centre, 810 6th Ave. 250-245-6424. No reservation required. Be sure to mention‘Be a HomeTown Tourist Weekend’ special. Rain or shine our area has so many awesome things to do! Take some time for a family fun day during Be A HomeTown Tourist Weekend. You will be surprised at what is right here in your own back yard! Check out www.take5.ca/hometowntourist
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Women of Conscience In awe, and honoured to be in their presence, Jackie and I attended the South Vancouver Island Women’s Institute AGM, and celebrated the 90th anniversary of the Cedar Women’s Institute. That old adage of ‘talk softly and carry a big stick’ came to mind with these women. Check out their website and see for yourself – and be prepared to be impressed (www.svanciswomensinstitute.bc.ca/). The list of current projects connects the dots, each one an example of meaningful and heartfelt contributions to the betterment of humankind, spanning local to global initiatives. The WI movement began in Stoney Creek, Ontario in 1897 with Adelai Hoodless addressing a meeting for the wives of members of the Farmers’ Institute. Today, linked through the Associated Country Women of the World to other WIs worldwide, with a membership of nine million in over 70 countries, they are an impressive movement. Far-sighted, practical and principled angels by anybody’s standards, these women live their values, speak up when they see things aren’t right, and stand up together to make things better. Step by step the Women’s Institutes have been taking on projects that make all our lives and communities a better, safer and healthier place to live. And they’re modest about it all. No swagger here, though they’d be entitled given their long record of accomplishments. Raising a hundred bucks here and there through sales at the Farmer’s Market, and maybe another $500 at a community dinner or dance, the big question at the next meeting is - who will they give it to? Where’s the money going to do the most to help the needy, the sick and poor, the children and families, the elderly who find themselves without the means to go on? And they pool their pennies and bank
The history of Canada was built upon women working with community and civil groups...” - Janice Grinnell, Cedar Women’s Institute
Cedar Women’s Institute celebrated 90th Anniversary at the Cedar Community Hall. Photo: Nick Longo
accounts to meet what many of us might turn from as being too daunting a challenge - helping in the founding and ongoing needs of the British Columbia Children’s Hospital for example. Or, supporting the development of BC’s Provincial Park system in the 30’s. Or shipping tons of home-made goods to the front lines during WWII while donating food and clothing to the war-weary in Europe during WWII. In Cedar, back in the 20’s, the Women’s Institute built the Cedar Community Hall - a place where the community and organizations could get together, and where many a hoot and holler Saturday night dance has been held. They work with the 4H Club, remember the history and families who have helped farm the land since the early days, and have dedicated themselves to the wellbeing of this region, and the world. Concerned about protecting freshwa-
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ter in Canada, and around the world the British Columbia Women’s Institute have been addressing global warming, excessive industrial use of potable water, and world growth by donating to a fund called ‘Clean Water For All’ through the Associated Country Women of the World. The Queen, the United Nations, and just about every reputable organization interested in the betterment of the human condition have given the nod to this refined activist establishment of rural and urban women. In short, the Women of the Women’s Institutes embody and exemplify all that we hope and strive for as a society. These women are the living examples of what we want to aspire to be. With quiet humility and dignity, and goals clearly in sight, they take measured steps to address the problems and challenges often forgotten in our busy lives - putting the building blocks of our nations into a bigger picture that embraces all the good in the world. And here at home in BC ...have they addressed oil tankers off the west coast of Canada, had things to say about flooding farmland for the Site C Dam, Free Trade or food safety? Why not ask them? The Cedar Women’s Institute have a booth in the Cedar Farmer’s Market every Sunday, and I’m absolutely certain that Janice Grinnell and company would be happy to talk with you! Or better yet, perhaps lend you a copy of a book on the history of the VI WI. It’s an exceptional read, but be prepared to be inspired and proud, for we’re incredibly fortunate to be living in the same community and Island as these wise women of the world. Laurie Gourlay has worked with environmental groups for 30 odd years, and was honoured to speak to the Women’s Institutes in Cedar about VI’s Food and Water Security. With life-partner Jackie Moad, he looks forward to some darn good bed-time reading of the BCWI’s Centennial Commemorative History Book – seeking local solutions to global challenges with the leaders of the women’s movement!
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RDN - Area A The Regional Growth Strategy – Effective or What? BY ALEC MCPHERSON On November 22, 2011, the Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) Board adopted “Regional District of Nanaimo Regional Growth Strategy Bylaw No. 1615” shortened to RGS. The stated aim of the RGS is to establish a more sustainable pattern of population growth and development in the region over a twenty-five year period by encouraging and directing most new development in the region within designated Growth Containment Boundaries (GCB), thereby keeping urban settlement compact, protecting the integrity of rural and resource
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areas, protecting the environment, increasing servicing efficiency, and retaining mobility within the region. Within the Area ‘A’ OCP, for example, there is a designated Growth Containment Boundary (GCB) that defines the Cedar Rural Village Centre – the area in which higher density development may be permitted if serviced by community water and sewer. Other Electoral (rural) Areas of the RDN have a similar constraint imposed by the RGS. In many other communities, including Metro Vancouver, the GCB of the various municipalities is drawn in such a manner that lands within the ALR and Forest Resource Lands are excluded. So why did the City of Nanaimo change their GCB to align with their city
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limits? Why is the Town of Qualicum Beach requesting to do the same? I believe that the answer is quite simple. It removes the requirement for partnering municipalities to have the RDN by way of the RGS to consent to any change in either the form or amount of development within the municipal boundaries. Essentially the town or city has full and complete autonomy over land use decisions within its boundary. What does the town or city need to do in order align the GCB with its boundary? While such a move seems to require a major amendment to the RGS, the RGS allows for a major amendment to become a minor amendment if the RGS amendment application by the city or town follows a full “OCP review pro-
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cess”. Here’s the kicker. The scope and work plan of what constitutes a full OCP review is up to the discretion of the municipal Council, that is, if the Council says that it has conducted the full OCP review then this cannot be disputed by the Regional District. In a March 12, 2014 Supreme Court of B.C. judgment with the Greater Vancouver Regional District (GVRD), now Metro Vancouver, as petitioner and The Corporation of the Township of Langley as respondent, the ruling in favour of The Township of Langley stated, “A regional district’s key planning document is the RGS” and it “defines the appropriate focus of a regional district’s planning, which is on regional and not local matters.” In other words, the regional district’s focus can be on regional matters but that does not justify micro-management of member municipalities’ decisions on individual developments. In effect, this agrees with the premise that the regional district cannot use the RGS to control land use decisions within the municipality. It will be interesting to see if the decisions of the court are appealed to a higher court. I am not per se against a duly elected municipal government having control over development within their municipal boundaries; however, where a municipality has decided to align its GCB and municipal borders, I’m of the firm opinion that the RGS should require the municipal OCP to contain measures that mitigate adverse effects on the urban-rural interface boundary. Larger municipal lots at the boundary, for example, would reduce any adverse effect on adjoining agricultural or resource lands.
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As several of my fellow Electoral Area Directors have concluded, the RGS only applies to the rural areas.
CVRD - Area H Referendum|Fire Safety Tips | Wildfire Protection | Curbside recycling changes BY MARY MARCOTTE
Boundary Expansion Referendum: I have received numerous inquiries regarding the timing of the referendum for the proposed Couverdon/Town of Ladysmith boundary expansion. At their April meeting, Ladysmith Town Council motioned that after the climate modelling for the watershed had been completed, Town staff is to prepare a report concerning options for proceeding to referendum on the matter of the boundary extension application from TimberWest/Couverdon. I have been informed that the staff report may be ready in June, and that a decision will be made after Council has had sufficient time to discuss the report and consider the options for moving forward. There is no hint as to whether the referendum will occur sometime before the upcoming municipal elections this fall, or if it will occur at the same time as the elections are held. However, there has been no indication that the proposal will be shelved or that the referendum will not proceed. I will provide further information as it becomes available.
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Chesterfield Sportsplex – The First Step Towards Imposed Regional Recreation: Another issue that has not been concluded is proposed funding for the Chesterfield Sportsplex. I have had numerous responses to this issue as well. One of the major complaints is centred upon the content of the survey that is being circulated in the community by both hard copy and online. Although there are questions on whether you would support an annual funding contribution of up to $200,000 and the preferred method of allocating the cost sharing options, there is no place to clearly indicate that you do not support funding the complex and that you wish to pay zero dollars. If this is a concern for you, there is another option. Instead of filling in the form, just send an email to the CVRD stating that you are opposed to the funding and that you do not wish to have your tax dollars go toward that facility. Send your comments to jellis@cvrd.bc.ca. You can also call the toll free number (1-800-665-3955) and ask for Jacob Ellis.
Fire Detectors & Smoke Alarms: It has been proven that early detection of a fire can save lives. Alarms will do that. 1.There are two kinds of fire alarms. Ionization smoke alarms are quicker to warn about flaming fires. Photoelectric alarms are quicker to warn about smouldering fires. It is best to use both types of alarms in the home. 2.There are also two ways of installing the alarms. One type requires a hard wired electrical connection and the other type is battery operated. Again, it is wise to have both types in your home. 3.It is recommended that smoke alarms be installed on every level of your home, including the basement. The alarms should be installed inside and outside of each bedroom and sleeping area. And if you have a large home, installing additional smoke alarms is advised. 4.A smoke alarm should be mounted on the ceiling or high on a wall. Keep smoke alarms away from the kitchen to reduce false alarms. They should be at least ten feet (three meters) from the stove. 5.It is very important to ensure that your detectors are operable in the event of a fire emergency. Test all of the alarms at least once a month. Simply press the test button to determine if the alarm is functioning properly. 6.Install new batteries at least once a year. Personally, I replace the batteries in my smoke detectors every year on Halloween. There is something about pumpkins and burning candles that motivates me! I also write (in felt pen) the battery replacement date on the new battery before installing it. 7.An accumulation of dust can cause an alarm to fail when it is most needed. Regular dusting of the alarms is also recommended; particularly with the photoelectric types. 8.Fire detection equipment has a shelf life of up to ten years. It is strongly recommended that all smoke alarms be replaced when they are ten years old. Smoke detectors are an important part of a home fire escape plan. The cost of purchasing and maintaining the alarms is very minor when the potential loss of lives and property are con-
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sidered. Following the safety tips is not hard, and could make a huge difference if a fire ever occurs in your home. If you would like additional information on smoke alarms, please call the North Oyster Fire Hall at 250-245-5111.
Wild Fire Protection Plan: Looking at our changing environment, it is possible that we could be in for a dry, hot summer. We are very lucky to live in a rural area surrounded by nature - sea, sky and trees - at our doorsteps. But we must also be cognizant of the potential wildfire hazards that exist so close to us. You have to look no further than the evening news to see the impacts of wildfire in California. In a future issue I will address some ways to identify and mitigate those risks through the preparation of a wildfire protection plan.
Changes To Your Curbside Recycling Program: By now, you should have received the 2014/2015 Cowichan Valley Regional District Curbside Recycling Program Schedule and a sheet identifying changes to our program that come into effect on May 19. From my perspective the biggest change is that film plastic including plastic bags and kitchen wrap – that is, most types of grocery bags, bread bags and dry cleaning plastic etc. - will no longer be accepted in the blue totes. I believe that not having that option may be problematic to the residents. If that is true, the CVRD Board may have to find a convenient way to have those items continued to be collected. There are also some new items that are not currently accepted for pick up which will be accepted on May 19th. Those items include clean hot and cold paper beverage cups and lids, milk cartons, tetra pak boxes and cartons, ice cream boxes, aerosol cans and caps, spiral wound paper cans and lids, plastic garden plant pots and seedling trays. From my personal perspective the jury is still out on whether or not the changes are an improvement, or a hindrance to our program. If you have not received the new schedule and information on the changes in your mail box, or if after using the new system for a while you wish to make comments, please contact the engineering department on the toll free number (1800-665-3955) and ask for the recycling manager or send an email to the engineering department at the CVRD – engineering@cvrd.bc.ca.
CVRD Area G Mt Brenton School property In March there was a meeting to consider the purchase of Mt Brenton School and property of 5 ½ acres. There will now be a follow up meeting with further information on June 10 at 7 pm at Mt Brenton Centre on South Oyster School Road. Historically, residents of Saltair enjoyed the community benefits and use of the former Mount Brenton School property and building as a public gathering and local community event space in addition to the recreation amenities at Saltair Centennial Park. Central to the community of Saltair, the former school property and Saltair Centennial Park were accessible from all parts of the community (north, west, south and east). To many
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in the community, the sale of the school property by the School District in 2004 was a significant loss and created uncertainty about the future for this space in the heart of Saltair, even though the land remains zoned P2 (Parks and Institutional). There is an opportunity now to re-unite these two valued community spaces through the acquisition of the 5.5 acre former Mount Brenton School property, which is currently offered for sale at $369,000 (about $67,000 per acre). Prior listing of the property over the past several years have been as high as $700,000; however the property remains zoned Parks and Institutional from the days it was used as a school. To compare the price, the property across the street is listed at $229,000/acre. So the price is quite enticing. I hope you are able to attend the community meeting on June 10th at 7pm at Mt Brenton Centre on South Oyster School Road as your input to this important.
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The dandelions - a true story Fat Teddy, who lives down the road from us, believes in rejuvenation. And rejuvenation for Teddy means dandelions. This time of year every square foot of Teddy’s yard, except parts of his driveway where the concrete is extra thick, is covered with a blanket of yellow. This includes the gutters. Those that haven’t fallen off already. Let’s just say Teddy has a more relaxed stance on yard maintenance than my wife whose plants have been taught to salute when she walks by. Teddy, who proves messiness does not preclude a sense of humour, calls this his Festival of Dandelions, and this year has out done himself. Twenty-three dandelions are growing in the back of his Ford Ranger, a.k.a. “The Weed Ranger.” Since the truck is a daily driver, he’s become a local celebrity, drawing small crowds wherever he parks, delighting young and old with his four-wheel drive truck garden. Some find this cute, and I’m one of them. Just don’t tell my wife who, along with her select group of garden commandos, is secretly assembling flamethrowers in preparation of pulling the full George Bush on Teddy’s yard. Note: Dandelions and blowtorches don’t get along. Teddy, who studied law before he got smart and became a plumber, is of the opinion that dandelions have fallen victim to a grave injustice. “We have been hasty drawing lines in the humus,” he states. “Dandelions have been unjustly convicted of being a weed when in fact they are a flower. Given that the dividing line between a weed and a flower is blurry at best, the dandelion has been treated most unfairly.” He aptly points out that a more accommodating flower you will never find. They plant themselves, need no water, can withstand repeated abuse, have no thorns, bloom throughout the summer, never look bedraggled, and always remain cheerful even when you’ve parked your car on them. Plus, they’ll grow anywhere. All it takes is a little humidity and three specks of dirt, which explains that yellow thing hanging out of your nose. In addition, they’re edible. Enjoy them
“Enjoy them in salads; make wine from the flowers, coffee from the roots. As Teddy says, try that with your stupid daffodil.” in salads; make wine from the flowers, coffee from the roots. As Teddy says, “try that with your stupid daffodil.” Plus, they’re playful, turning themselves into little puffballs that a young male can blow into the face of his younger sister when she’s not looking. You simply don’t get that kind of performance out of a tulip. Why then are they castigated? Is it simply because they’re too friendly, too accommodating, too prolific? Or is this an international conspiracy as some dandelion activists suggest? Certainly the abuse dandelions suffer is never ending. The name calling alone would drive a less enduring species off the face of the planet. In England, where you would expect tolerance, they’re known as milk witch, pee-a-head, weta-head and for some reason only known to the Brits, doon-head-clock. How they have survived, yet alone proliferated in the face if such adversity is a great source of horticultural mystery. The Europeans are even less kind, the French call dandelions moles lettuce and dog’s salad; the Italians insensitively refer to the innocent yellow flower as dog pisses because they’re found at the side of pavements. (Cautionary note: Oddly enough, cat pee is a common description of Sauvignon Blanc’s smell. With dandelion wine one can expect a more canine aroma.) (Sensitive reader alert. A rough patch of adolescent humour lies ahead. If you are prone to writing letters to the editor, avert thine eyes.) Well, Teddy is fighting back. Which is why dandelion activists everywhere
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are joining PENIS, People for the Ethical Nurturing of Indigenous Species. A $23.95 membership gets you an eye catching hemp tee shirt that smells suspiciously like a banned substance, and a PENIS bumper sticker that your teenage son will gladly affix to the bumper of your Prius. We’re also accepting suggestions for a new name as not everybody appreciates the one we’ve got. Some of you who are already members ask: What can I do now? First and foremost is to bring attention to the dandelion’s plight by wearing your tee shirt, although maybe not around adolescent males. Secondly, Teddy plans to exploit the dandelion’s gastronomic versatility. This means a cookbook, so everyone start collecting your favourite dandelion recipes now. Teddy was thinking of borrowing the 100-mile diet concept but tightening up on the radius. Treasures From Your Backyard, he’ll call it, and of course his truck and gutters will be featured on the cover. Teddy, just to show his law degree wasn’t wasted, plans, as part of his promotion to discredit kale. “Why should something that looks like a plumped out marijuana plant get all the publicity?” he rightly asks. Plans on how he intends to do this aren’t finalized, but would involve a newly released video of Rob Ford stuffing kale into a large marijuana pipe. Either that or a leaked conversation with John Tortorella, formerly of the Canucks, admitting that the special “kale three times a day” diet he had the team on failed to live up to expectations. Finally, we need a Hollywood star to take up the cause. While we’re waiting for Brad and Angelina to get back to us, the Dan D. Lion mascot position is up for grabs. If people confuse you with the MGM lion, please forward your resume. In the meantime, keep those memberships coming in, as the Weed Ranger could use new tires. As a tasty summer alternative to dandelion wine, try a bottle of Ruffino Orvieto, $12.99 in the Italian section. Drinking nicely, plus it has the advantage of not being doon-head-clock yellow. - Delbert is the co-proprietor at Mahle House Restaurant in Cedar. Read more of his articles at Slightlycorkedandmore. wordpress.com
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New faces at Transfer Beach concession. Hank Biles and Sandy Gregoire are double lucky they get to hang around the beach and work. They have reopened the concession stand as “LYCart BBQ & Grill” which is short for Little Yellow Cart BBQ & Grill. They offer a variety of fast foods including the “Beach Burger” which consists of bacon, egg and cheese served atop a all-beef burger. Other specialties include five, $5 Kid’s Meal options, poutine, fish and chips, and an assortment of healthy meal selections, including “veggie” choices. The Ice Cream Shop is open as well as their BBQ Cart serving hot dogs, hamburgers, smokies, farmers sausage and soft drinks. By splitting up main concession, ice cream shop and BBQ cart, there will be less wait times. A phone order will also speed up pick up times, especially if you have a limited lunch hour or are attending the Sunday Concerts in the Park. Hank and Sandy have hired five high school students to help out during the summer. Depending on weather they are
Unleash the hounds The Fox & Hounds (originally in Nanaimo) a pub style restaurant welcoming all ages and serving a true British menu, will be opening at the old Home Hardware building on High Street in Ladysmith. Owners Jane and Trevor Ivens say there will be lots of renovations during the summer and hope to be open by the end of September 2014. Beside the British pub fare they will serve 16 types of draft beers -- several from England and Europe. The Fox and Hounds will be open every day from 11.30am - so look forward to enjoying a roast beef dinner on a Sunday just like back home!
Hank Biles of LYCart BBQ & Grill at Transfer Beach Park. Photo: Rob Johnson
Facebook Page: “At 2am we were woken up by the alarm company telling us our restaurant was on fire. Immediately my heart sank as I knew my dreams and the hard work of myself and my husband we literally burning away.” The restaurant officially opened there doors April 15, and was quickly gaining a loyal following. Although the tragedy is still fresh the owner has said that they will rebuild.
Fire destroyes Country Kitchen The Cranberry Volunteer Fire Department crews were called to the Cassidy Country Kitchen for a structure fire at Monday, May 26, at 2am. Despite all their efforts they were unable to save the restaurant. Owner Kristina Stauffer posted on the Cassidy Country Kitchen
Chef Trudy O’Hearn at the Oyster Bay Cafe showing off her Black Pearl desserts. The cafe is located inside the Welcome Centre at Ladysmith Maritime Society Marina. Photo: Marina Sacht
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the issues of our generations are becoming more prominent and the music that speaks about it, is gaining a larger audience. What a wonderful feeling that more and more people are listening to the music that can grow to build healthy children, positive change and emotional wellbeing. So, what’s happening around this month? Two venues have reopened their doors in May – The Duncan Showroom is alive again as of May 1 and The Soundgarden welcomes music again as of May 31. Venue: The Soundgarden – Parksville/Coombs Fairgrounds – Grand Reopening! A house concert feel without the house. The Soundgarden has just knocked down some walls to increase their capacity from 40 to 65 music loving souls. Known for showcasing local talent in a great atmosphere, The Soundgarden is now ready to start bringing in touring artists as well. Take 5 Music Connection – Touring Top Picks Artists: Holly McNarland - Toronto.The Manitoba born singer songwriter made a big name for herself after winning a Juno in 1998 for Best New Solo Artist. She toured with many female artists on the Lilith Fair stages and rocked the mic for over a decade. She is back for the first time on Vancouver Island in support of her album, Run Body Run. Cathleen McMahon owns and operates Mission Management Group www.mmgrp.ca and the Vancouver Island Music Connection www.musicconnectionvi.com
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1, Slow Pitch City of Nanaimo, Wheatsheaf Sports Complex, 1866 Cedar Rd. 250-245-722-2422
13, 6pm Doors/7pm show, The DeafAids - Beatles Tribute band, In the Beantime Cafe, 18 High St. 250-245-2305
1, 12pm, Exhibit – Through the Window, Ladysmith Waterfront Art Gallery, 610 Oyster Bay Rd. 250-245-1252
14, 5:30pm, Lobster Fest, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 171, 621 1st Ave, 250-245-2273 14, Open Slow Pitch Tourney, Wheatsheaf Sports Complex, 1866 Cedar Rd. 250-722-2422
1, 12pm, Irish-Celtic dancing classes, Cedar Heritage Centre, 1644 MacMillan Rd. 251-8889421
14, 11am, Rally for Mid-Islanders opposed to Smart Meters, 4-77 Victoria Cr. Nanaimo
2, 7pm, Ladysmith Town Council meeting, 410 Esplanade. 250-245-6400
June 15-21
3, 1pm, Chemainus Garden Club meeting, Calvary Baptist Church, 3319 River Rd. 250-246-1207
15, Open Slow Pitch Tourney, Wheatsheaf Sports Complex, 1866 Cedar Rd. 250-722-2422
3, 6:30pm, Pickleball, North Cedar Intermediate Gym 250-722-2241
15, 12pm, Irish-Celtic dancing classes, Cedar Heritage Centre, 1644 MacMillan Rd. 251-8889421
4, 6:30pm, Volleyball, North Cedar Intermediate Gym 250-722-2241
15, 1:30pm, Wild Tea Plants Workshop, Wildwood Forest, ecoforestry@gmail.com
5, 6:30pm, Volleyball, North Cedar Intermediate Gym 250-722-2241
16-17, Ladies Coffee League end of the year Tourney, Wheatsheaf Sports Complex, 1866 Cedar Rd. 250-722-2422
5, 7pm, UN World Environment Day, Beban Park Social Center Rm. 2 6, Chemainus Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament, Mt. Brenton Golf Course. 250-2463944 6, 5pm, African Marimba music classes, 7834 Tatlo Rd., North Cowichan, 250-737-1331 7, 10am, Ladysmith Maritime Heritage Day, Ladysmith Maritime Society Dock. 250-245-0109 7, 10am, African Marketplace, St. Paul’s Anglican Church Hall, 100 Chapel St., Nanaimo 7, 12pm, Nanaimo Poker Run, Wheatsheaf Pub, 1866 Cedar Rd. 7, Community Share Day at St. Philip Cedar. Free exchange of gently used items. 250-722-3455 7, 5:30pm, Dinner and Dart Banquet, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 171, 621 1st Ave, 250245-2273 7, Ian Sherwood, Song Shelter, 250-668-3338
June 8-14
8, 12pm, Irish-Celtic dancing classes, Cedar Heritage Centre, 1644 MacMillan Rd. 251-8889421 8, 10am, 20th Annual Cowichan Valley Garden Tour, private gardens located between Mill Bay and Duncan. 250-748-8281 10, 6:30pm, Pickleball, North Cedar Intermediate Gym 250-722-2241 10, 2-6pm, Celebrate TAKE 5 18th Birthday Open House, 622 1st Ave. 250-245-7015 11, 6:30pm, Volleyball, North Cedar Intermediate Gym 250-722-2241 12, 6:30pm, Volleyball, North Cedar Intermediate Gym 250-722-2241 13, 5pm, African Marimba music classes, 7834 Tatlo Rd., North Cowichan, 250-737-1331 13, 5:30pm, Dine on the Dock Friday, Ladysmith Maritime Society Dock Welcome Centre, 610
16, 7pm, Ladysmith Town Council meeting, 410 Esplanade. 250-245-6400 17, 6:30pm, Pickleball, North Cedar Intermediate Gym 250-722-2241 18, 7pm, Succession Planning, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 171, 621 1st. Ave. 250-597-1901 19, 10am, General meeting, Chemainus Seniors Centre, 9824 Willow St. 250 246-2111 19, 1:30pm, LRCA hosts The Grateful Executor Kevin Holt, Eagles Hall. 250-245-3079 19, 6:30pm, Volleyball, North Cedar Intermediate Gym 250-722-2241 19, 6pm, Ladies’ Spa & Wellness Evening, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 171, 621 1st Ave, 250245-2273 20, 12pm, 7th Annual Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament, Cottonwood Golf Course. 250-245-2112 20, 5pm, African Marimba music classes, 7834
Tatlo Rd., North Cowichan, 250-737-1331
Welcome Centre, 250-245-0109
20-21, 8pm, Les Misérables, Chemainus Theatre Festival, 9737 Chemainus Rd. 250-246-9820
27, 7:30pm, Scott Weiland & the Wildabouts. Port Theatre 125 Front St. 250-754-8550
21, Slow Pitch Make Up Games, Wheatsheaf Sports Complex, 1866 Cedar Rd. 250-722-2422
27, Lena Birtwistle, Duncan Showroom, 133 Station St. Duncan
21, 5pm, Birthday Party, Chemainus Seniors Centre, 9824 Willow St. 250 246-2111
28, 7pm “Happy Hans” dance, Chemainus Seniors Centre, 9824 Willow St. 250 246-2111
21, 5pm, Pub Dinner (steak night) & Music Trivia, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 171, 621 1st Ave, 250-245-2273
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21, 10am, Walk for Water, Hemer Park, in Cedar cedarlegacy@gmail.com
June 22-28 22-28, 8pm, Les Misérables, Chemainus Theatre Festival, 9737 Chemainus Rd. 250-246-9820 22, Slow Pitch Make Up Games, Wheatsheaf Sports Complex, 1866 Cedar Rd. 250-722-2422 24, Twilight Shuffle 5km Run Island Runners, Chemainus. 250-245-4549 24, Lena Birtwistle, Dinghy Dock Pub. Nanaimo 25, 7:30pm, Nazareth & Headpins, Cowichan Theatre 2687 James St, Duncan 250-748-7529 27, 5pm, Jason Scotts, a celebration of Neil Diamond, spaghetti, no host bar, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 171, 621 1st Ave, 250-245-2273 27, 5pm, African Marimba music classes, 7834 Tatlo Rd., North Cowichan, 250-737-1331 27, 5:30pm, Dine on the Dock Friday, LMS Dock
29-30, 8pm, Les Misérables, Chemainus Theatre Festival, 9737 Chemainus Rd. 250-246-9820 29, 6pm, Concerts in the Park- Harris Gilmore and the Mojos, Transfer Beach. 250-245-3079
Ongoing Events MONDAYS 1st & 3rd Mon., Town Council meetings, 250-2456400
WEDNESDAYS 10am, Chemainus mkt., Waterwheel Park 5pm, Bingo, St. Mary’s Hall, 250-245-3079 5:30pm, Men’s or Ladies Night, Cottonwood, 250-245-5157 7:30pm, Darts, RCL 171, 250-245-2273 THURSDAYS 2nd & 4th Thurs., Soup & Sandwich, RCL 171, 250-245-2273 2pm, 9 & Dine, Cottonwood Golf Course, 250245-5157 4:30pm, Mayors Open Door, 250-245-6400 FRIDAYS
2pm, Golf, cart, burger & beer, Cottonwood, 250245-5157
7pm, Drop-in Pool & Darts, RCL 171, 245-2273
4:45pm, Chemainus, Bingo, 250-246- 2111
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7pm, Cribbage, RCL 171, 250-245-2273
3rd Sat. of the month, Music Trivia, RCL 171, 250-245-2273
TUESDAYS 9am, Food Bank, LRCA, 250-245-3079 2pm, Ladysmith Farmers Market, Transfer Beach, 250-245-2112 2pm, Golf, cart, burger & beer, Cottonwood, 250245-5157
SUNDAYS 10am, Cedar Farmers Market., Cedar 2pm, Golf, cart, burger & beer, Cottonwood, 250245-5157 2pm, Jazz, Crofton Hotel & Pub, 250-324-2000
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CLASSIFIEDS BUSINESS HANDCRAFTED GEMSTONE NECKLACES. Jade, garnet, lapis, aventurine and more! $20 each. See jewellery table at Campers Corner Saturday flea market, 8am-3pm. 250-245-3829 GYPSY ANGEL FEMALE VOCALIST & ENTERTAINER. Sings for ceremonies, provides music, entertainment, equipment and/or DJ services. Offering KARAOKE for business/private party bookings. Affordable rates. Sample my music www.gypsy-angel.com 250-924-4924 SUMMER HALF DAYCAMP 1-4pm at Cedar United Church in south Nanaimo one week only August 18-22. Free for children 5-10 years. Enjoy games, crafts, stories, drama, puppets and friends. Everyone welcome, Phone Cindy 250245-5778 EDUCATION SENSE OF PLACE YOUTH PROJECT SUMMER PROGRAM June 30-July 4: Mud, Clay, Rocks. July 7-11: Water Play and Exploration. July 14-18: Animal Tracks, Traces and Camouflage. July 21 -25: Everything Fairies, Trolls and Dragons. July 28- Aug 1: Bugs Bugs Bugs and other creatures. Aug 4- 8: Crazy Craft week. Aug 11- 15: Wildlife Trees, and what grows in the forest. Aug 18- 22: Camp Craft Skills. Aug 25 – 29:Where do we live? Learning a Sense of Place. For children post kindergarten to 12 years of age! Lower floor Bethel Church. Full and part time space available! www.senseofplaceyp.com pattitollefson@live. com 250-797-2316 Lic#CDEN-97-JQWB FIDDLE MUSIC CAMP August 10- 15 located in south Nanaimo off Spruston Road. Fiddle, Cello, Guitar, Mandolin, Keyboard, Classical Violin. For ages 6-96. Small groups for beginners, intermediates and advanced. Stay at camp or day-only options. Ph. Trish or Geoff 250-802-8863 or nanaimosummerstringscamp.com HEALTH & BEAUTY ISAGENIX DISTRIBUTOR - Get Lean & Healthy Fast - Less than $5/ meal. Our protein shakes are amazing! - No Gluten, Wheat, Barley or Trans Fat. www. taketimetoday.com Suzanne Deveau 250-245-8407 BOWEN TECHNIQUE is a gentle soft tissue remedial therapy that resets the body to heal itself. Useful for joint, back and neck pain, frozen shoulder, asthma, chronic fatigue and many other problems. For information and appointments call 250-245-7738. Lilja Hardy FMBAC in practice since 1994. www.bowtech.com TAI CHI - For mental and physical health. Beginner class starts September and January, Mondays; on-going class Wednesdays. Both classes 10
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am-noon, Cedar Heritage Centre, 1644 McMillan Road. $20/mo. Sara 250-245-1466 or www. nanaimotaichi.org HOME & YARD
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PAINT & SAVE OPTION- Do it yourself, with a little help from a pro together we can make your job more affordable and accomplish a great look. Making the world a brighter place for over 25 years. Call Harvey for more information please. 250-245-2174
NEED YOUR LAWN MOWED? Experienced local student, friendly & reliable with own mower & weeder, very reasonable rates, satisfaction guaranteed call Ladysmith resident Connor 250245-5518
ISLAND KING RENOS LTD. Kitchen-Bath-TileBacksplash-Countertops Flooring-Drywall-PaintSiding-Fences-Decks INTERIOR & EXTERIOR. Quote by JOB not by the HOUR.www. islandkingrenos.com 250-924-4924
INTERIOR PAINTING- Refresh your walls... and your spirits! Careful, respectful work. Attention to detail. Help with colour choice. No job too small. Reasonable rates. Kari: 250-245-2751 PETS
WEEKLY OR BI-MONTHLY CLEANING for houses and offices, experienced, reliable and attention to detail. $20 per hour. References available. Ladysmith, Chemainus and Crofton. 250-246-4938 Jamie or Ingrid.
KITTY KORNERS CAT HOTEL - Purrsonalized Quality Kitty Care. Daily health checks, experienced with special needs kitties. Reasonable rates. Available 24/7. 2 km north of Nanaimo Airport. Take a virtual tour www. kittykorners.com 250-740-KATS (5287)
EXPERIENCED, LONG-TIME local housecleaner has a few openings available. Honest, reliable, happy service. Heidi, 250-722-3599 QUALITY RENOVATIONS Big or small. 25 yrs exp/journeyman, affordable. For free estimate call Lars. 250-616-1800 AJ’s PLUMBING AND GAS Licensed-BondedInsured. Service-Installations-Renovation-New construction. Quality workmanship. No travel charges. Free estimates. On time every time. Serving Ladysmith, Chemainus and south to Duncan. 250-802-7123 SASSA’S HOME AND GARDEN CARE. No job too big or small. Affordable honest work. Duo team. Cleaning, Gardening Painting, and Gutter Cleaning. Outside and inside your home or business. 250-924-4735 or 250-218-4735. MINI EXCAVATOR for lease or rent by day, week or month Reasonable rates. 250-246-6624 THE HAPPY GARDENER. Weeding, Digging, Raking, Cutting back, etc. Mature and Steady Worker. Cheerful and Conscientious. Call David at 250-722-
HOME BUDDIES - PET & HOUSE CARE since 1994. Licensed, Bonded, Insured. Professional, kind-hearted, experienced and reliable. Pet First Aid and CPR Certified. Certified Security Professional, Animal Care Aide certified, VIU. For loving care and security, Peggy Wildsmith- 250245-0151 PROFESSIONAL PET CARE SERVICE: leash ‘em & walk ‘em with Marlena. Insured and bonded. Animal First Aid and CPR. Service for all pets including dog walking, home care visits, overnight with pet in your home and much more. As my love is yours! 250-246-3394 TOO CRAZY BIRDY HOTEL home boarding for companion parrots, all sizes. Shuttle, long stays, group rates, your cages or ours. Preboarding visits welcome. Diana and Kip Slater 250-722-2201 www. toocrazybirdyhotel.com F.E.A.T.H.E.R.S. Member. SENIORS LYNN’S SENIORS CARE HOME: High Quality Personalized Care. Warm caring environment, Great food and snacks, Family events, Couples and
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Pets welcomed, Ocean views, Gardens. North of Ladysmith. 250-245-3391 www.lynnsseniorcare.com FOR RENT APARTMENT FOR RENT Now available. Seniors 50+ 2 bdr well maintained 1000 sq. ft., newly updated cupboards, new carpet, repainted W/DF/S-N/P’s-N/S. Storage and parking. Ground floor. $800/mth + hydro, references. 250-245-4062, 250758-5816 LADYSMITH ONE BEDROOM BASEMENT SUITE - quiet . Separate entrance, private yard near creek. No smoking, no pets, $650 per month + $50 for utilities. Damage deposit required. Available immediately. References required. 250816-2395 UNIQUE BACHELOR SUITE. Main level w/bed nook, shared laundry and workshop. Private yard, room for garden. Sm cat or dog negotiable. Only 50+, responsible, quiet, non-smoking person need apply. $400 + share of utilities. 778-908-7788 (Ladysmith) FOR SALE GLENNA’S GARDEN GLASS – eclectic mix of oneof-a-kind up-cycled items. Bird baths & feeders, totems, lighting, decorations and dishes. Glenna 250245-7010 or email Glenna@GlennasOffice.com FOR SALE Maytag Dryer. Perfect condition. $100.00 250-245-2159 NECKY ELAHO CARBON SEA KAYAK 16’ 4.5’ long x 22.5” wide, 50 lbs, like new, all equipment 2 skirts, 4 paddles, 1 paddle cover, 2 paddle floats, 1 paddling life jacket, 2 pumps, 1 cockpit cover, 1 50’ throwing line in a floatation bag, kayak cart (never used) $2,500 call 250-245-3103 WANTED GREETERS NEEDED for our Maritime Museum and Heritage Centre this summer. A great opportunity to meet people and introduce them to our heritage. No experience necessary. Contact Shirley at vimarmot@shaw.ca “ WER SPIELT MIT DOPPELKOPF? Please call 250-924-8825
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