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well, and they sell into some of the retail stores. I’ve got quite an extensive list of names there After the same strain of E. actually where people can buy coli found at a huge Albertan their beef. “I think the best thing that they beef supplier has appeared on Vancouver Island, some Comox (concerned beef buyers) could do Valley residents are looking at is, you know, maybe to talk to where their beef comes from more their butcher shops and stores and ask for local beef.” closely. Gunter Bros has a retail secThe BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) announced Monday tion, processes meats, and slaugha Vancouver Island man tested ters animals. It is provincially positive for E. coli O157:H7, the licensed as a Class A Slaughter same strain of E. coli seen in the Establishment by the BCCDC, and Gunter notes XL Food Inc. food the Canadian safety investigaWe have quite a Food Inspection tion. Agency provides According to few people who want inspection service. the BCCDC, the to know where the beef According to man (subsequentthe BCCDC webly identified as comes from, which is site, E. coli bactea Nanaimo resi- good … we source the dent) has recov- local farms around the ria are found in the stomach and ered, and the investigation into area, so the Comox Val- manure of cattle and sometimes the source is con- ley, you know, up and sheep, goats and tinuing. down the Island. deer. It lists variThis announceDennis Gunter ous ways for infecment came after a tion to spread to giant recall of beef from the company, which supplies humans, but one is when animals about one-third of the beef in are butchered, the gut is someB.C., according to the BCCDC’s times nicked by the knife, which can contaminate the carcass. Dr. Eleni Galanis. Gunter notes a focus on smallCloser to home, Gunter Bros Meat Co. Ltd. in Courtenay has er-scale slaughter and processing been fielding questions from cus- operations means there’s less risk tomers concerned about how their for contamination. “Just the sheer volume and beef becomes that steak on their the speed at which the product’s plate. “We have quite a few people put through on the slaughter who want to know where the floor (impacts the likelihood of beef comes from, which is good,” contamination),” says Gunter. says partner Dennis Gunter. “We “Like I mean, right now we have source the local farms around the one inspector and have today — area, so the Comox Valley, you there’s two people on the slaughter floor, so I mean the pace of know, up and down the Island. “We have quite a few custom- production, he’s got all kinds of ers that sell their own beef as ... see INDUSTRY ■ 2

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sure it’s safe to eat,” time to make sure the says Gunter. “There’s carcass is clean and quite a bit of local meat trimmed up well, you around, not the kind of know, that’s a huge key volume that could supright there.” ply everybody, but you Gunter also stresses know, for the people the probthat could lem is afford to I think the not with pay just a the cattle sales are still bit more. i n d u s “There’s try itself, strong; people still a few p o i n t i n g want to eat beef, farms on out it’s one they just want the Island processing to make sure it’s that are plant that’s gearing up got the safe to eat. to increase problem Dennis Gunter their proand people duction so shouldn’t I think in stop buying beef at all the next two to three because of the recall. years you’ll be able to He adds that while see a lot more local he has had more cus- beef available.” tomers asking him For more informaabout the beef they’re tion about the recall, buying, he hasn’t seen visit www.bccdc.ca. a decline in his sales writer@comoxvalleyrecord.com lately. “I think the sales are still strong; people still want to eat beef, they just want to make

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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY Lieut.-Col. Deb McKenzie shows off CFB Comox’s Women Build team’s recent fundraising initiative for Habitat for Humanity’s building project on Piercy Avenue in Courtenay. This pretty lady in pink was plopped on Comox Valley resident’s lawns — it cost to have her removed. The team had raised nearly $2,000 as of last week, and one evening she was moved 17 times in about three hours, which raised close to PHOTO BY RENEE ANDOR $300.

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Transportation input sought The City of Courtenay is inviting the community to provide feedback on the development of a new Transportation and Land Use Master Plan. The plan will guide transportation infrastructure and services in the city over the next 20 years and beyond. The City will hold an open house Oct. 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Westerly Hotel and Convention Centre, giving the public an opportunity to review information on the plan and provide feedback. There will be further ways to comment through the City’s website. Derek Richmond, the City’s manager of engineering, said the Transportation and Land Use Master Plan will be an important document with

multiple goals. “We need to plan for future population growth,” he noted. “At the same time, we must ensure that we stick to our goal of a sustainable, accessible and livable city.” The City has contracted engineering firm Morrison Hershfield Ltd. to oversee the development of the plan. The City and consultant have been working to prepare an initial vision to present to council on Oct. 9. “This initial vision will act as a starting point for dialogue,” said Richmond. For more information, contact the City of Courtenay Engineering Division at 250-334-4441 or e-mail engineering@courtenay.ca. — City of Courtenay

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Learning can take various forms Renee Andor Record Staff

The Comox Valley is home to two new — and very different — schooling programs this year. Both programs are based on the 21st century learning theory, and feature three days per week of in-class project-based learning, and two days of distributed learning, (previously called distance learning), through Navigate powered by NIDES’ (North Island Distance Education School). Navigate and School District 71 distributed learning district principal Jeff Stewart says the way kids learn in the programs is what makes them apart. “It’s really active learning versus passive learning. And we all know from neuroscience and recent research how much more powerful those kinds of learning are over traditional sort of sit and get, digest, reproduce type of things,” says Stewart, adding projectbased learning, personalized learning and problem-based learning are really emphasized in the programs. “So it’s really trying to take the traditional box and break it down and blow it apart. “There’s nothing, I don’t think, in the province like this. It’s not been tried.” Each program uses students’ natural interests to help them learn the entire B.C. curriculum; the Fine Arts Academy program, offered to kindergarten to Grade 9 students, uses fine arts, and the Grade 6 to 9 ENTER

program (eCademy of New Technology, Engineering and Robotics) uses science and technology. The Fine Arts Academy is taught out of Navigate (formerly Tsolum Elementary School) and has 122 students made up of two primary, two intermediate and one upper intermediate classes. The ENTER program is offered at Aspen Park Elementary school and has 22 students.

So it’s really trying to ❝ take the traditional box and break it down and blow it apart. There’s nothing, I don’t think, in the province like this. It’s not been tried.

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Stewart says that while students do learn content, teachers are “less focused on checking off the boxes,” and looking more at the ways the child is growing cognitively. “Their ability to be risk-takers, their innovation, their flexibility, their adaptability as learners, the things that actually really matter in an adult world,” he says. “The content will come out of them and it’s very selfpaced and self-designed.” Another big difference is that each student and their parents meet the teachers for an interview, which are about an hour long, before the school year even starts so everybody already

knows each other. Teachers “can’t believe how valuable that has actually been, because they actually know the child, the child knows them, there’s a relationship before learning begins, and so when we get to the compass weeks, that dialogue between parent and teacher and student is already well entrenched,” adds Stewart. Also, the programs run on six-week learning cycles, which Stewart points out has been used in Great Britain for many years. Students do some planning and research, identify their topic, find resources, think about how they want to tackle their problem or question and decide how they want to present what they learned. Stewart notes giving students this independence in their learning helps them to “own” what they’ve learned. In between each six-week cycle is a compass week where teachers meet with parents, and the student, teachers and parents reflect on how the student’s learning is going. Stewart notes stepping back from the learning gives a chance to see where any adjustments or redirections are necessary. Stewart says the programs are in their early days, and are monitored closely to see how they go. “There’s nothing predictable about where this has gone and that’s the beauty of it,” he says. “It’s a very unique design by intent.” For more information, visit www. navigatenides.com. writer@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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Ferry fares focus of NDP criticism NDP house leader John Horgan joined local candidate Kassandra Dycke in calling for affordable ferry fares when he visited Comox Valley on Saturday. Horgan said British Columbians living in coastal communities deserve a government that understands the ferry system is an integral part of the province’s transportation system. Earlier in the week, the B.C. Ferry Commission announced that price caps would be allowed to increase by 4.1 per cent from April 2012 incrementally to a combined total of 12 per cent over three years. Horgan, who was guest speaker at the NDP’s annual fall dinner, told the packed Florence Filberg

Centre that New Democrats will work to make life more affordable for British Columbians. “Under the Liberals, British Columbians are paying more for ferries, hydro, MSP premiums, tuition fees and more,” he said. “And we’re still paying the Liberals’ HST. “It’s time for a change. We need a government that will give families a break.” Dycke said the Liberal government doesn’t respect coastal communities, and cited the ferry commission’s plan to impose a cable ferry to Denman Island despite widespread public opposition. “The ferry system is broken and we need to fix it now,” she said. — Comox Valley NDP

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CONST. DAVE MELLIN of the Comox Valley is believed to be the longest-serving auxiliary RCMP member in Canada. PHOTO BY CTV VANCOUVER ISLAND

He’s in for the long haul Erin Haluschak Record Staff

He continues to serve with the Comox Valley RCMP even after four decades of commitment, and last week Const. Dave Mellin, an auxiliary member with the detachment, was honoured for his service. “I’m the longestserving auxiliary member at the Comox detachment, I’m now the longest current serving member in the whole of Canada as far as I know,” Mellin told media after the ceremony in Campbell River on Thursday, which also honoured other members for bravery, community commitment and longevity. Forty years ago, Mellin joined the volunteer service after meeting various RCMP members when he worked at a grocery storeacross from where the local detachment used to be in Courtenay. “I learned how the RCMP works and functions and it became very interesting throughout the years. I was able to help out and do something that was of value to the community,” he added. “The things that the auxiliaries and reserve police officers across

Canada bring to the community is continuity. Where people are getting in and out — in particular RCMP detachments — we know our way around town and who the bad guys are ... and can assist regular members in their day-to-day duties.” Mellin admitted he “would have loved to have joined the RCMP,” but due to marriage restrictions at the time and a reservation for leaving the Comox Valley, he remained part of their auxiliary force. He said throughout his service, he has seen firsthand the various developments in policing, and enjoys how it continues to evolve. “Policing has changed so drastically over the last 40 years. When I first started, the police car had one single light on it, you had a radio frequency that when you talked, people in Campbell River and Powell River were on the same frequency,” he explained. “We didn’t have computers, portable radios were like packing a car battery with a phone on the top with a big 10-foot antenna.” Mellin said despite the many years with the detachment, he continues to feel chal-

lenged and motivated in the position. “I’ve been very fortunate to have done a number of different things with the RCMP and because of the number of activity has kept up, the interest has kept up. The service clubs around town do an incredible job and I’ve been asked to join a number of them which I think is very nice, but I use the RCMP as my service club,” he noted. Although Mellin, who turns 64 in December, can continue to serve the RCMP for another six years, he plans on only a few more years of service. “A good friend of mine Don Ford just retired in Smithers with 44 years service. He had to retire because he turned 70 and it’s mandatory, so I could effectively go for another six years, but I think that could be pushing it and I told Don I wouldn’t break his record,” he added. — With a file from CTV Vancouver Island photos@comoxvalleyrecord.com

The chief executive officer of the Comox Valley Airport will be part of a transportation panel discussion next week in Nanaimo. Fred Bigelow will participate in the sixth annual State of the Island Summit on Oct. 15 and 16. He’s in a discussion about the future of Island transportation in which experts will explore how existing transportation service and infrastructure enhances or inhibits economic prosperity on the Island. Other panel members are Mike Corrigan, president and CEO of BC Ferries; Mike Hooper, president and CEO of the Nanaimo Airport Commission; Steve Roth, vice-president of Seaspan Ferries Corporation; and Quentin Smith, presi-

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Award finalists from our Valley Four Comox Valley nominees are among 17 finalists for the seventh annual MISTIC (Mid-Island Science Technology & Innovation Council) Innovation Awards. Island Labs and Tickit, both in Courtenay, are finalists in the Excellence in Innovation category. Intigi of Comox is one of three finalists in the Innovative Startup of the Year category and Technology Leadership finalists include James Smith of Courtenay. The finalists represent the diverse range of technology-based innovators from across Vancouver Island (Malahat North to the tip of the Island), the Sunshine Coast and Gulf Islands. “The finalists for this year’s MISTIC Awards really show the amazing range of businesses that are pushing the boundaries and carving out the Island as a growing technology hub,” said MISTIC executive director Paris Gaudet. “There is mind-blowing innovation being developed and the awards are a chance for the creativity and vision of businesses and individuals to be recognized by their peers and their community.” Winners will be announced Nov. 2 in Nanaimo at the MISTIC Awards that will

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SPREADING THE WORD Polio survivor Ramesh Ferris was the guest speaker Saturday at Simms Millennium Park when Comox Valley Rotary clubs hosted Sock It To Polio. The Whitehorse native has travelled the world getting the message out about eradicating polio. PHOTO BY EARLE COUPER

Oliver Simmonds, a graduate of Highland Secondary School, has been awarded one of the University of Alberta’s top scholarships. Simmonds has earned a Chancellor’s Entrance Citation Scholarship, worth $15,000 over four years. He will use his scholarship to study in the U of A’s Faculty of Engineering. Simmonds’ award is one of many prestigious scholarships offered through the U of A’s scholarship program. The Chancellor’s Entrance Citation Scholarship is offered to outstanding students who have a minimum average of 95 per cent throughout high school and are begin-

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Casino aids 4R’s Are you a James Bond fan? You will be shaken and stirred at Casino Royale — a gala event celebrating his 50 years! This charity benefit for 4R’s Education Centre (Soc.) will take place this Saturday at 7 p.m. in the conference hall of the Florence Filberg Centre in Courtenay. Local businesses and individuals are sponsoring casino-style game tables where you can play the night away with “funny money.” There will be trivia and silent and live auctions. Tickets are $40 and include hors d’oeuvres and $500 of “funny money.” Semi-formal or theme dress is encouraged. Tickets are by advance sale only and are available at Benjamin Moore House of Color on Fifth Street, Gone Hollywood Video on Guthrie, Planet Kids on Fifth Street and on Comox Avenue, Yummies and Gyros on Puntledge Road and from the 4R’s office on McPhee Avenue. This event is for adults only. — 4R’s Education Centre

Power up BC Hydro is partnering with Comox Valley retailers to offer incentives to buy energy-efficient products in October, Power Smart Month. Power Smart discounts are available to customers for in-store purchases of energyefficient lighting, TVs and appliances. Every year during October, Power Smart Month, BC Hydro shows B.C. how easy it is to make smart energy use choices and save money on monthly electricity bills. BC Hydro provides increased rebates and incentives to help encourage energy conservation throughout the year. Participating Comox Valley retailers include Audio Visual Unlimited, Canadian Tire, Costco, Future Shop, Home Depot, Home Hardware, London Drugs, Real Canadian Superstore, Sears, The Brick, The Source, Thrifty Foods. For a complete list of all rebates and specials and for more information, visit powermart. ca. — BC Hydro

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CUMBERLAND LODGE RESIDENTS Alex McCliesh and Maureen Derycke hold the eight tickets donated by an anonymous member of the Rotary Club Cumberland Centennial so they and their friends can attend the Extravaganza Italiana.

Secret benefactor kind A member of the Rotary Club of Cumberland Centennial, who prefers to remain anonymous, has made it possible for eight residents of the Cumberland Lodge to attend the club’s Eighth Annual Extravaganza Italiana. The Oct. 13 event, the club’s major fundraiser, has been popular with residents of the Cumberland Lodge and the wider Comox Valley community since the club

was chartered in 2005. It features a family-style Italian dinner and silent and live auctions. A few tickets are still available at $35 per person. Contact John Challender at 250-339-4068 or johnpegc@shaw.ca to arrange for delivery of your tickets. Funds raised will be used for Rotary community projects. — Rotary Club of Cumberland Centennial

Fast remaining on board Tourism Vancouver Island completes AGM After an annual conference and AGM in Sooke, Chuck Fast of the Comox Valley continues on the Tourism Vancouver Island board of directors as past chair. Prior to entering the consulting field in 2009, Chuck was the CEO of

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from the time the facilities were transferred from Transport Canada to the local airport authority in 1996. With Chuck’s management and oversight, the Comox Valley Airport grew from a small local airport with a passenger throughput of 60,000 annually to become the sixth busiest airport in B.C. with over 300,000 passengers annually. — Tourism Vancouver Island

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Plans are coming together for the Top 40 Under 40 Awards gala cocktail reception and dance to be held Oct. 25 at Crown Isle Resort. Last week, Paralympic medal-winning athlete Michelle Stilwell was announced as the keynote speaker. Michelle is an exemplary example of an overachiever under the age of 40 and the Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce is absolutely thrilled that she was able to fit the event into her busy schedule. Michelle has spoken to many corporations and thousands of students on diverse topics, but always with the goal of motivating positive change, and stimulating productivity by teaching basic lessons about overcoming barriers. To offer Stilwell and her husband Mark a hearty Comox Valley welcome, the Kingfisher Resort and Spa will provide luxury accommodation in their beachfront romance suite plus $150 in spa services. Altas Cafe has donated a $100 gift certificate. Hot Chocolates and Blue Moon Winery are contributing products for a gift basket. In addition to Stilwell’s keynote presentation, the Chamber has secured the Paisley Bandits, a new five-piece dance band

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Our Lady Thrift mandate changes Our Lady Thrift Shop is located on Kilpatrick Street, behind the Rialto Cinema. It was started many years ago by Nick Haar, who with his wife Louise and the help of volunteers, helped many of the Valley’s homeless. With Nick’s recent retirement, and under a new board and management, there have been a few changes. Although Nick’s original mandate is still in place, it has been expanded to making a second priority of the single parent and child, responding to a local need. To that end, staff are committed to providing help with furniture and clothing for children and babies whenever possible, and also with transportation of items of furniture which may be found in the shop or on Craigslist. It would be a great help if local citizens could donate their baby furniture, clothing and equipment once it is no longer needed, knowing it will go to a local family in need. Every donation helps the thrift shop to help others. And any family in need is welcomed. It is worthy of note that young people today, students and young working people, are highly conscious of waste. More and more, they see the practical benefit in recycling, and often come in to the shop to find gently worn clothes, footwear and household goods. Our seniors have known about recycling for years, and seem to enjoy looking for bargains. Holiday decorations are a big seller, and many families are giving up the tinsel Christmas and are once again purchasing the more permanent holiday items which can be used again and again and which hold onto family memories. At this time, the busy shop is calling for extra volunteers for three- or six-hour shifts, once a week. It is a happy environment, and the act of helping others brings tremendous fulfilment. Call 250-338-4845 or drop by at 2703 Kilpatrick in Courtenay. — Our Lady Thrift Shop

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THE UNITED WAY team from RBC was at the campaign kickoff breakfast. From left, Julie Fuller, Colleen Sawyer, Janice Hart and Brendan Abreau, who will sell chocolates at their branch.

It’s a sweet deal for you The United Way Central and Northern Vancouver Island (UWCNVI) has partnered with Bernard Callebaut Chocolates for the second year to sell chocolate bars during the Change Starts Here campaign. The UWCNVI hope to raise $8,000 this year from chocolate sales. The specially branded United Way milk or dark chocolate bars can be purchased for $2 each or boxes of 30 can be purchased for $60.

Resource fair Oct. 11 Did you know that as many as 200 people in Comox Valley are homeless and even more are at risk of homelessness? Besides living without shelter, most have trouble accessing food, warm clothing, health care and dental care. At the Lewis Centre on Oct. 11, the Ad Hoc Emergency Resources Organization (AHERO) is hosting its sixth annual Community Resource Fair. Individuals can connect to basic agencies under one roof, on one day, who provide a variety of supports to members of the community. This event is made possible with support from the Comox Valley Housing Task Force, the Lewis Centre and the AHERO event committee, in addition to many service agencies, donations from local businesses and individuals. The Community Resource Fair is still in need of 30 $20 gift cards, that will be distributed at the event. Gift cards can be dropped off at the Wachiay Friendship Centre at 1625B McPhee Ave. — Ad Hoc Emergency Resources Organization

One dollar from each bar sold goes directly to the United Way Central and Northern Vancouver Island campaign that funds critically needed programs for kids, youth and seniors in the Comox Valley. Chocolates will be sold through a variety of workplace fundraising campaigns until the end of the year. Individuals or businesses interested in purchasing boxes to sell can contact info@uwcnvi.ca or 250-338-1151. Last year, 9,000 chocolate bars were sold, raising $9,000 for the campaign. The 2012/13 Change Starts Here campaign aims to raise $700,000 for 22 charities in the Central Island for programs that support kids, youth and seniors that make a difference in their lives. Donations can be made online at www. uwcnvi.ca or by calling

250-338-1151. Since 1958, United Way CNVI has invested in programs and services that help people to improve their lives and that strengthen our community. Last year, UWCNVI raised $986,000 across Central and Northern Island communities. Because of the generosity of donors and volunteers, UWCNVI was able to make grants in 2012 to 44 charities. — United Way Central and Northern Vancouver Island

The Comox Valley Unitarian Fellowship has chosen Rev. Meg Roberts as their consulting minister. Rev. Roberts has served Unitarian congregations in Edmonton, Montreal and Calgary. In Edmonton, she worked with the Faith in Action group, shedding light on child poverty. While working in Montreal, Rev. Roberts made a presentation to the federal Justice and Human Rights Committee in support of same-sex marriage. In Calgary, she worked with her congregation, and the national multifaith organization Faith and the Common Good, to advocate for greater responsibility in how we use the earth’s finite resources. She intends to continue her social and environmental activism alongside members of the congregation here, providing a counterpoint to the voices that use religious dogma to justify unequal and unfair treatment of others. Rev. Roberts will

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is drowning in a sea of conservatism, Unitarians are unrepentantly liberal,” she says. “We believe in freedom, reason and tolerance in religious thought, using reason and the findings of science in religious instruction. “Most importantly, we accept and celebrate our differences when it comes to religious belief, culture, race and sexual orientation.” For more information, call 250-890-9262 or visit www.cvuf.ca. — Comox Valley Unitarian Fellowship

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LISA (FREYA) METZ will serve Cambodian food Sunday at Tita’s to raise funds for the Banteay Srey Project.

A taste of Cambodia Tita’s Mexican Restaurant is serving Cambodian food this Sunday for the Banteay Srey Project, which provides safe shelter and opportunities for exploited young Cambodia women escaping prostitution. The project was founded by the Courtenay restaurant’s owner Lisa (Freya) Metz. She will speak about her experiences in Cambodia and establishing the project over the past two years. As co-owner of Tita’s for more than 12 years, she has a strong business background and has trained, mentored and empowered many local young women new to the workforce. She is now applying this experience and her skills full time to the Banteay Srey Project. After her family adopted twin infant orphan girls from Cambodia when Freya was a child, she developed a lifelong interest in the country and Khmer culture. In Khmer, Banteay Srey means women’s temple, and refers to a famously beautiful temple built in honor of female deities in the Ankor Wat complex. The Banteay Srey Project provides a safe place for sexually exploited young Cambodian women to heal and grow in a nurturing environment and to build

a new life. Freya’s goal is to provide healing and skills for a better life for these women. Initial participation focuses on the women’s physical and psychological health, and then the women receive instruction in spa and business skills to work in the project’s spa and earn a training wage. The women will be encouraged to transition from the Project when they are ready, working in spas in Cambodia’s burgeoning tourist industry or establishing their own businesses with project mentoring and support. The gathering and fundraiser Oct. 14 is being run with the participation of Comox Valley supporters and volunteers. Gourmet Cambodian tapas will be served, and wine and beer will be available. Freya returned from Cambodia with a variety of exotic Cambodia items — including Kampot’s famous pepper — which will be available for sale to support the project. The event runs from 3 to 7 p.m. Advance tickets for a donation of $20 are available at the Laughing Oyster Bookstore and Blue Heron Books and also at the door on Oct. 14 if available. — Banteay Srey Project

Strathcona Sunrise Rotary has a great way for individuals and businesses to support their club’s international projects. Through a partnership with Beyond Miles, Aeroplan’s charitable pooling program, donors can contribute Aeroplan Miles that will help skilled, experienced volunteers take part in humanitarian projects. People willing to help can visit http:// beyondmiles.aeroplan. com/eng/partners/177, log into their account, and choose the number of miles they’d like to transfer into Strathcona Sunrise’s account. “Over the past 10 years, Strathcona Sunrise Rotary has supported humanitarian initiatives in Kenya, Haiti, Japan, Bolivia, Venezuela, Mexico, India and the Philippines,” explains Chip Ross, a longtime member of the club’s World Community Service committee. “The Helping Hands project in India, for example, has raised over $65,000 to give greater independence and mobility to people affected by polio, birth defects or spinal cord injuries. “Through a partnership with the Rotary Club of Chennai-Kilpauk, our club has provided training in vocational skills as well as specially-equipped tricycles, prosthetic devices and other mobility aids.” Last year, Strathcona Sunrise projects taking

place in Kenya provided training to groups of women starting small business enterprises, and constructed over 50 protected springs that provide safe, clean drinking water to villagers living in the Kakamega area. “Some of our members have been able to offer their time and skills by travelling to project sites”, said Ross. “Others organize or take part in the club’s fundraising events — but all of us contribute financially.” A special 30-day Aeroplan Beyond Miles campaign launched Oct. 1 is collecting miles to help one of their members travel to India this winter to work on the project. Peggy Carswell, who also heads up the local-non profit, Fertile Ground, will co-ordinate a team of volunteers from Canada and Assam who’ll be developing resource materials and creating a large demonstration garden on the college campus. Donors can follow the links on Strathcona Sunrise’s and Fertile Ground’s websites, or log onto beyondmiles. aeroplan.com/eng/ charity/177. Contributions received by Oct. 31 will help Fertile Ground. Miles donated after that date will go into Strathcona Sunrise’s general account to be made available to future volunteers. For further information about the program, contact Chip Ross at

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Fargo meets Dumb & Dumber Scott Stanfield Record Staff

AUTHOR J.K. ROWLING will discuss books in a webcast shown Oct. 16 at the Comox Valley Art Gallery.

It’s been dubbed Fargo meets Dumb and Dumber. A horror movie disguised as a buddy comedy. A dark comedy with a very serious bite. The film is called Mon Ami, about a botched kidnapping by two friends who work at Hal’s Hardware. “They basically are poised to succeed the owner as he is stepping down, and at the last moment he decides to hand off the reins of his company to his two idiot sons, one of which I play,” said the Comox Valley-raised John Fitzgerald. “The two protagonists decide that they’d kidnap the boss’ daughter, also our sister...Pretty much anything and everything that could go wrong does go wrong. Bodies start to pile up.” The music of Mozart and Beethoven plays throughout the film. “Which they actually like,” said Fitzgerald, who describes the characters as dilettantes. “They want to come off as being more than what they are but really they’re just schmoes that are way

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in over their heads ... It’s pretty hilarious.” Mon Ami premiered in the summer at the Fantasia International Film Festival in Montreal. It has also screened at the Atlanta Horror Festival and the Raindance Film Festival in London, England. Last weekend, the film screened simultaneously at the Mile High Horror Film Festival in Denver, Colo. and at the Maelstrom International Fantastic Film Festival

in Seattle, Wash. It also screens this month in Vancouver, followed by further screenings at American festivals. Fitzgerald is a 2002 graduate of Vanier Secondary who worked at a local radio station before attending Capilano University in North Vancouver. He studied theatre then “on a whim” tried film. For several years he has been working in the film industry in Vancouver. His numerous projects include a voice-over online comic for the Will Smith movie I am Legend. Mon Ami is the second feature by True Hype Productions, run by friends Fitzgerald met at film school. “Everything went into the actual making of the movie,” he said, noting the film’s budget was about $15,000. “No one got paid. We all just believed in the project and volunteered our time. “We’re super stoked on this,” Fitzgerald added. “We’ve yet to get a bad review...We’re hoping someone comes along and gives us distribution. If we play our cards right that should happen.” For more information and to see the trailer, visit monamimovie.com. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Book Club Night takes Debut novel ‘urban fantasy thriller’ different twist this year Only J.K. Rowling could steal the spotlight from the staff at Laughing Oyster when it comes to chatting about books. But readers in the Valley have the opportunity to enjoy book talk from all on Oct. 16 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Comox Valley Art Gallery. Book Club Night, a popular annual event, is taking a different format this year and will begin with a live webcast of a conversation between Rowling and author Anne Patchett about Rowling’s new adult novel The Casual Vacancy. The webcast will be followed by conversation with Laughing Oyster staff about some of their favourite new books of the season. “It’s an opportunity for our customers to see two great writers engage in a lively discussion about books and writing,” says Evelyn Gillespie, owner of Laughing Oyster. “And it’s an opportunity for the store to be involved in her only North American public appearance to discuss her first adult novel.”

The bestselling author of the Harry Potter series will speak from New York’s Lincoln Center, promoting her new mystery — a tale of class warfare, addiction and sexuality — that is most definitely for grown-ups. Fans can even submit questions for the popular storyteller in advance via e-mail by sending them to JKRquestions@hbgusa.com. As noted, the webcast will be followed by casual conversation with the bookstore staff about new selections that are suitable for book club reading lists. The event will take place at the Comox Valley Art Gallery at 580 Duncan Ave. in Courtenay. Tickets for this event cost $5 and are available at the Laughing Oyster Bookshop. For more information on the presentation, call the bookstore at 250-334-2511. A list of staff suggestions for book club titles will be available at the store’s website at www.laughingoysterbooks.com. — Laughing Oyster Bookshop

Traditional publishing houses maintain their vigil at the door, but the windows are wide open. Comox Valley author J.P. McLean is set to fly in through one of those windows when her debut novel, The Gift: Awakening, is released by Friesen Press later this month. Just as there are listeners who want indie music and filmgoers dedicated to indie movies, so too are there readers seeking books that are published independently and online. “I’m thrilled to be a part of this movement,” says McLean. “Some readers will continue to seek out the books that have been vetted by traditional publishers, but I like the fact that there’s a choice out there.” Growing interest in indie books and e-books is providing that choice. “It was never my intention to become part of the Fifty Shades of Grey print-on-demand or selfpublishing phenomenon, but if it’s good enough for E.L. James and recently J.K. Rowling, it’s good enough for me.” Authors today have a myriad of new publishing avenues open to them.

“The rules have changed,” says McLean. “I’d have been foolish not to investigate my options.” The Gift: Awakening, the first in a trilogy of novels, is an urban fantasy thriller set in coastal British Columbia. McLean calls the book “a getaway vehicle.” “Everyone needs an escape,”

she says. “I wanted to write a story that transported readers to a place so familiar they would not only believe the impossible, but they might even believe themselves to be entangled in it.” The Gift: Awakening follows the heroic journey of young Emelynn Taylor in her quest to overcome the burden of an extraordinary gift and find her place in the world. Emelynn’s new powers, bestowed unceremoniously and unasked for, thrust her into a vortex of mystery, wonder and intrigue that promises to change her — and her world — forever. J.P. (Jo-Anne) McLean lives with her husband and two spoiled dogs. A Bachelor of Commerce graduate from the University of B.C., McLean has lived in various parts of North America, from Mexico and Arizona to Ontario and Alberta. The Gift: Awakening is J.P. McLean’s debut novel. The second book in The Gift Trilogy, The Gift: Revelation, will be released in early 2013. Visit www.jpmclean.net to read excerpts, her blog and keep apprised of upcoming events. — J.P. McLean

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Local pair produces weighty book MacLeod and Graceffo get history book into print Two locals, Ken MacLeod and Linda Graceffo of Sparkling Graphics, have combined to produce a monster book — an 848-page hardcover book. It’s called The Story of South Vancouver and John Oliver High School. The book is an exhaustive record on the history of South Vancouver from its beginnings in the early 1860s and now the largest part of present– day Vancouver and the high school, which was once the largest high school in Canada. The book is based on more than 200 interviews and numerous other resources, including old newspapers and earlier publications that attempted to record the history of schools and districts such as Collingwood and Cedar Cottage that were part of South Vancouver. MacLeod started the work 12 years ago from his home in Langley. On various visits to the City of Vancouver Archives, he had noticed very little about the history of the former municipality. He was also concerned that the memory of high school life in a large

city such as Vancouver would be lost to history if someone didn’t record some of these memories. He and his wife Cheryl retired to the Comox Valley in 2007. MacLeod was formerly a teacher in the Abbotsford School District. Linda Graceffo has operated a graphic design business in the Comox Valley since 2003. She began working out of her home for the first couple of years until she established an office in downtown Courtenay. She is originally from Grand Forks and previously lived in Kelowna and Vancouver before moving to the Comox Valley. Graceffo took her graphics training at Excel Career College in Courtenay. She is a talented and hard–working designer who is able to keep her cool during the inevitable stress–filled periods that accompany such a work as this, which involved 590 photographs. Until she took on the work of designing MacLeod’s project, the largest book that Graceffo had done was 280 pages. Her work includes “a combination of both yearbooks for local elementary schools and books for a combination of local and Vancouver Island

COMOX VALLEY RESIDENTS Ken MacLeod and Linda Graceffo have produced a monster book. self-publishers from biographies, fiction and non-fiction.” She offers a wide variety of services that include logo, business/rack cards/ brochures, print and web advertising, publications and magazines, newsletters, signage for trade shows, website design and management “that caters to entrepreneurs and non–profits, providing cost-effective design solutions.”

Linda is also thinking of expanding Sparkling Graphics into the self– publishing business. The first printing of the book has sold out. MacLeod is now taking names for a second printing. If anyone wishes to pre–order a copy, contact Ken MacLeod at 250–338– 9241 or KenMacLeod2@ gmail.com. MacLeod is a regular contributor to the British Columbia History magazine. His

article on the history of John Oliver High School appears in the fall of 2012 edition. He was also the military subject adviser to the Encyclopedia of British Columbia (Harbour Publishing, 2000). MacLeod has conducted 24 military and veterans tours to Northwest Europe and Italy since 1995, revisiting the Canadian battlefields, cemeteries, and commemorative sites and establishing extensive relations with people in France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Italy. MacLeod is an admirer of the late Barry Broadfoot, who produced several books beginning with Ten Lost Years (Canada and the 1930s) that are based on interviews that he made as he criss–crossed Canada during the late 1960s to the 1980s. His next work is an aural history of the West Coast salmon–fishing industry. MacLeod began interviewing oldtime fishermen along the B.C. coast in the mid–1970s. — Ken MacLeod

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Guitar-led quartet performing jazz Group returns after two strong performances last season This week, you have the chance to hear some of the most accomplished jazz musicians in our area. Jeff Drummond always wows his audience and this Thursday offers you the opportunity to hear just how accomplished he is as he appears in his own

quartet when the Georgia Straight Jazz Society presents four impressive musicians, with international performance credentials, on the Elks’ stage at 7:30 this Thursday. This is JDQ’s much anticipated performance back at the Elks’ after two formidable appearances last season. Jeff is joined by Dan Craven, tenor saxophone; Aaron Amar, drums, and John Hyde, bass. These guys have worked

across Canada and around the world: and we’re the lucky folk that reap the benefit of hearing them play on their own doorstep — yet one more piece of the musical legacy we’re so fortunate to enjoy in this region. So come on down and experience live music with other jazz aficionados in a warm club atmosphere this Thursday when Jeff is guaranteed to entertain you with his broad musical palette and many years

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THE FAMILY of Robert (Bob) Hunt wish to express their appreciation to the following individuals or groups that provided such wonderful and compassionate care during his recent illness; Dr. Konway for his personal attention and commitment, the daily service of the South Zone home care nurses and workers, the staff of St Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and the Courtenay Medical Clinic, Drâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Petunia and Fitzerald of the BC Cancer Clinic. To the members of the local Red Cross and the volunteers of the Comox Valley Hospice Society for the wonderful service they provided during our time of need. Lastly, we would like to thank all our friends and neighbours who supported the Family in so many ways and joined us in a memorable Celebration of Life for Bob. To those who chose to make a contribution in Bobâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name to the BC Cancer Agency, a special thank you.

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MISC SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING

BOOKKEEPING QuickBooks Exp’d. $25/hr incls HST. WCB, PR Reporting. 250-334-3511.

BUSINESS SERVICES

HANDYPERSONS

DENIED CANADA Pension plan disability benefits? The Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can help. Call Allison Schmidt at 1-877-793-3222. www.dcac.ca

CARPENTER WITH 30 yrs. Experience in renovation and home repairs Call Kase at 250-897-8621 free estimate

CARPENTRY 250-650-1333 SKILLED carpenter. Licensed & certified. Free estimates, Call Doug www.suncrestholdings.ca

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

GARDENING I LOVE YOUR GARDEN. Mowing, planting, weeding Odd jobs.Dirt cheap rates. Call Arni 250-334-9300

HELP WANTED

HOME REPAIR & Maintenance Service. Interior or Exterior. Call Les for Free estimate at 250-898-8887.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS Great Canadian Builders Ltd. “Turning Houses into Homes.” Your complete renovation specialists. 30 years experience. All interior & exterior work, concrete, sheds, garages, fences, roofing, decks, drywall, framing. Restorations, additions. Licensed and insured, for your free estimate. Call Steve, 250-218-7185.

HEAVY DUTY MACHINERY

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

APPLIANCES

STRAIGHT RAIL stair-lift, $2,000. Paid $5,500 3 years ago. In excellent shape. For details please call 250-3378328.

UNDER $100

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

PORTABLE MASSAGE table as new. Never used & excellent shape.$100. 334-6173

ASHIYA ALTO saxophone, gently used, was $700. Now $600. Lrg bird cage with starter kit incld’s food, book and accessories, new, was $120. Now $100. Call (250)923-1885.

UNDER $200

FUEL/FIREWOOD

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

HOUSES FOR SALE

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

Call: 1-250-616-9053 www.webuyhomesbc.com

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

SURFBOARD- NSP 8’6” epoxy longboard w/ Dakine bag. Excel. cond., seldom used. Tri fin, mid: 22 5/8”, thick: 3”, leash. Bag & board $525. Eves or msg. 250-923-8439

STORE EQUIPMENT/FIXTURES SUNNY QUIET mobile home, in 55+ park, Oyster River. New windows/ screens. 14 pc solid oak kitchen cabinets, new 3-pc bathroom. 1050 sq.ft. Pad $300./mo. Needs interior finished. Offers. (250)923-4701.

APARTMENT/CONDOS

1976 MONTREAL Olympic coins, $75. Also, buying collector coins, new ones and old ones. Call Cody local (250)792-9485.

SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest firewood producer offers firewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.

FURNITURE 4 HIGHBACK Wicker Chairs, light colour with 2 matching tables. Best offer. 9 Collector’s framed Owl plates with certificates Best offers Call 250923-5692

WE’RE ON THE WEB

BEIGE GLIDER with ottoman $150 like new. 1 book case 47”H, 24”W, 11”D $25. Full set Sandra Palmer Clubs with extras and cart, $50. Full set men’s clubs with extras & cart, $50. 250-334-3213 CLARK SANDER - 7 inch, Electronic Caddy, Golf Pull Cart with seat, Pallet Jack, E Bike 400K. 250334-9959 DOWNSIZING TO a Condo For Sale, Centro BBQ (gas) $100; deluxe patio table, 6 chairs, umbrella $200; queen size bdrm furniture incl. box spring & mattress $700; chop saw $75; lazer level never used $50; couch, love seat & chair $600; chest freezer $70. Please call 250-334-9603 FIBRE WINE Making Kit (filter & 5 carboys 10 gals ea $110. Electric Time Delay House Heater $65. Jennings Wheel Chair $100. Phone 250-890-3304. VI’S HOT-TUB Covers, made in BC. Professional in home service. 250-897-8037.

AUCTIONS

AUCTIONS

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

Cute, cozy condo. 2 bdrm, 1 1/2 bth. Three very new appliances. Mountain view. Close to schools. A must see. 250-923-9399

RIVERFRONT RESORT, Southern BC. Lots available as low as $61,900. Year round park, indoor pool & spa. Low maintenance fees. Inquiries: Jan 250-499-7887; Caroline 250-499-4233; www.riversidervparkresort.com

FOR SALE BY OWNER COMOX RANCHER on .95acre, 3bdrm, 2 bath, approx 2400sqft. 1500sqft shop, 2 bays, 13’over height doors, office, storage, gas heat. Large deck & hot tub, master bdrm has ensuite & walk-in closet, 1746 Little River Road. Price reduced from $425,000 to $325,000. Phone 250-8901071. Must Sell!

OTHER AREAS BUY LAND in Belize - English Commonwealth country in Central America. Caribbean Jungle lots - 3 miles from sea Starting at $11,000. All types available. For information call Patrick Snyder 778-403-1365.

DUPLEX CLOSE in Campbell River comes w/2 rental suites, presently rented, $3000. Buy 1/2 $189,000 or full duplex, $355,000. (250)923-2219.

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO

EAST COURTENAY 980 s.f. 3 bdrms, large living room, spacious kitchen,mostly new laminate flooring. Fenced in yard, workshop w/electricity. Right across from N.I.C., aquatic center, Costco, Home Depot & new Thrifty’s. 250-703-6768

IMMEDIATE POSSESSION Well maintained, +/- 1200 sq ft. Rancher, 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, close to schools & shopping. Reasonable offers considered $280,000 Call 250-240-8558 Parksville, 681 Blenkin Ave.

1358 Marwalk Crescent 250-287-3939 www.crauctions.ca Ltd.

C.R. WILLOW POINT. 3-bdrm 2 bath + sep. studio. Fenced yard & RV Parking. $269,900. Newer rancher, 5yr warrantee. (778)420-4256, (250)202-8788

REAL ESTATE

BOOKS, COINS, STAMPS

CAMPBELL RIVER

WE BUY HOUSES

CONTENTS OF 3 chair Barber Styling Shop (Courtenay). Please call 250-897-4533.

MAYTAG UNDER counter front loading washing machine, as new condition. $250. Call (250)334-4965.

I-MAC 800 17” LCD $200 OBO w/programs. 2X Antique Singer style sewing machines (Treable) $40ea. Danby 7cft chest freezer $125. Cherry finished desk $125. 336-8042

Custodial Employment Attention: Acting Operations Manager Comox Valley Airport 118-1250 Knight Road Comox, BC, V9M 4H2

MEDICAL SUPPLIES

INGLIS WASHER and Dryer, (white), work perfectly, $350 OBO for the set. Call (250)338-1531.

HELP WANTED

The Comox Valley Airport Commission (CVAC) is accepting applications for one permanent part-time (minimum 20 hours per week) custodian/operations staff member for the Comox Valley Airport Terminal Building. It is preferred that the interested applicant have custodial experience. Training will be provided in security procedures, emergency response, and customer service. Applicants must demonstrate the motivation to learn new skills, the ability to effectively interact with the public, and must bring a positive attitude to all situations. The Comox Airport offers a diverse and dynamic working environment in a thriving organization. The position is physically demanding, but at the same time is interesting, and challenging. Applicants must be bondable. Demonstrated strength of character and work ethic will factor highly into assessing applicant suitability. No phone calls please. Kindly submit résumés no later than 4:00pm Friday, October 19th to:

17’ COLEMAN Fiberglass canoe, square end. Comes with: three paddles, as new electric motor, two 12-volt batteries. $1,000. firm. 250-286-3722.

Grader snow wing and blade. Also grader chains. Good working cond. 1600x24 & 100x24. 250-287-7953.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

WE’RE ON THE WEB

Custodial/Operations Staff for the Comox Valley Airport

SPORTING GOODS

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DEPARTURE BAY: 2,600 sq.ft, Ocean View; 2 blocks to sandy beach. 3bdrm, 2 full baths + 2bdrm suite, sep. laundries. Oversize corner lot, RV pad behind house. $419,000. View by appointment. 250-729-7420 PORT MCNEILL, small 2 bdrm, 1 bathroom, partial ocean view, new roof and flooring, easy care fenced yard, great starter or retirement home. Asking $135,000. Possible rent-to-own for qualified buyer. Call 250-956-2388 250-902-9582.

HOMES WANTED

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EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

WILLOW POINT: 1 level patio home in est. adult-oriented complex. 2 bdrm, 2 bath, finished office in 1300 sq.ft. Awesome updates incld skylight, new cabinets, tiled ent., real oak flrs. This end unit is bright and sunny, with a lovely back patio. Walking dist. to shops, medical services, markets and the Sea Walk. To view call 250-923-7792. $219,000. Finest unit in complex!

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

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Royal LePage in the Comox Valley (Property Mgmt Division) #121 - 750 Comox Road Courtenay, BC V9N 3P6 Phone (250) 897-1300 Fax (250) 897-1330 Interior viewings for the following vacancies are by approved application and appointment only. Apartments•Condos•Suites 305-111 Edgett Rd 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P 4 appls, $700/mth Avail. Oct 1st 314-205 1st St 2 bed, 2 bath N/S, N/P 6 appls, $850/mth Avail. Nov 1 304-129 Back Road 2 bed, 2 bath, N/S, N/P, 6 appls, $850/mth Avail. Nov 1 COURTENAY 1540 Piercy. 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls. n/p,n/s, $725/mth. Available now. COURTENAY 1015 Cumberland rd. 1 bdrm, 1 bath. 2- appls., laundry in building. N/S $700/mth. Contact: COAST REALTY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 250-897-3999

Email: sueg@4pillars.ca www.midisledebt.ca

LARGE 2 bdrms. Free heat & H/W, Elevator. From $750 mo. Call 250-334-4646.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

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APARTMENTS

PARK PLACE

BLUE JAY APARTMENTS

1970 Fitzgerald Ave, Courtenay

450-19th Street, Courtenay

2 and 3 bedroom available. Quiet complex with on-site management. Reasonable rates. Some completely renovated units with new appliances. Sorry no pets. Security deposit and 2 rental references required.

1 & 2 bedroom available, in quiet secure building, close to Driftwood Mall and bus route. Seniors Welcome. Adult oriented and no pets please. Includes heat, hot water and basic cable. Low hydro. 2 Rental References required.

250-334-3078

Call Pat at 250-703-6965

ARRAN HOUSE APARTMENTS 1015 Cumberland Rd

PINES APARTMENTS

2 BEDROOM SUITE available in wellrespected, adult-oriented building. Close to downtown, and ideal for seniors with bus stop out front. Arran House is well managed and maintained, and offers a friendly and secure atmosphere. House cat accepted with pet deposit.

250-334-9717

HOLLYRIDGE MANOR 200 Back Road, Courtenay 1 and 2 Bedroom suites available. One of the best values in Courtenay. Unique ďŹ&#x201A;oor plans. California kitchens. These bright, modern suites are available in quiet, secure building.

Call Sharon 250-338-7449

1055-10th Street Avail. 1 and 2 Bdrm Suite. Completely renovated in adult oriented building with secure entry and elevator. Rent includes heat, hot water, stove, fridge, carpets and drapes. Coin laundry on-site. No pets. Security deposit required. For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667

Spacious & completely renovated 2 bedroom suite, in quiet family oriented building with secure entry and manager on site. Walking distance to schools, bus stops, and downtown. Reasonable rent includes heat, hot water, stove, fridge, carpet and drapes. No pets, two rental references and security deposit required.

TORRY PINES 1560-13th Street, Courtenay ATTRACTIVE 2 & 3 bedroom townhouses have been completely renovated - enjoy new appliances, ďŹ&#x201A;ooring and bathroom ďŹ ttings in these spacious units. Friendly and quiet atmosphere make it ideal for family or working couple. Large, private patio area allows great access for your pet. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit.

Call 250-334-9717

CONDOS VANRIDGE MANOR

ST. BRELADES

123 Back Road, Courtenay

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

Call 338-7449

RUTHERFORD MANOR

PACIFIC COURT 1520/1540 Piercy Ave, Courtenay 2 bedroom available immediately, October 15 and November 1st in clean, quiet building with on-site manager, close to town, schools, and bus. Stove, fridge, blinds and carpet.

In-suite storage with washer and dryer. Small pets welcome.

RENTALS

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

APARTMENT/CONDO

HOMES FOR RENT

OFFICE/RETAIL

CARS

COURTENAY- 2 bdrm at Air Park/River Walk. 6 appls, 2 bath. NP/NS. Avail. Immed. $900/mth. (250)703-0133.

COMOX- 3 bdrm Rancher on Cortez Cres, family rm, F/P, laundry, 2 bath, 5 appls, garage. $1300. 1(604)925-1071.

COURTENAY- 2 BDRM Condo, W/D, quiet corner unit, convenient to shopping & College, NS/NP. Must have refs. $800. Nov 1. (250)334-8362.

COURTENAY North. 1 bdrm private rural setting. F&S. N/s, N/P. Refs. req. $ 700 incld. Hydro. Avail. Nov.1 337-8479

OFFICE- 400 sq ft across from busy Thriftyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 2nd ďŹ&#x201A;oor. 345 6th St. $450/mo. All in. Call 250-703-0361 or email: wnowe@hotmail.com

COURTENAY: FURNISHED 1 bdrm suite, lrge bright kitchen, shared laundry, off street prkg, 3 mins downtown. NS/NP. $750 mo. Call 250-871-1455.

1075 Edgett Road, Courtenay 2 bdrm suite available. Reasonable rent includes basic cable, stove, fridge, dishwasher, carpet, blinds and storage room in suite. N/P, security deposit and 2 rental references reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d.

For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667

To View, Call 250-334-4483

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca COMOX RANCHER 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, 6 appls, Gas F/P, garage, fenced yard, N/S, pets neg., avail. immed. $1400/mth COMOX WATERFRONT 4 bdrm, 2 bath home, 5 appls, family rm, 3 F/Pâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, carport, N/S, small dog neg. w/ref. Avail. Oct. 1 - $1.500/mth OCEAN VIEW RANCHER 2 bdrms, 2 baths, 4 appls, woodstove, carport, landscaping incld., N/S, sm pet neg., Avail Oct 7 $1050/mth BECKTON ESTATE 3 bdrm, 1 full/2 half bath family home, 5 appls, gas F/P, fenced yard, w/irrigation,landscaping incld. N/S, No pets, Avail. Nov. 1 $1,300/mth Royal LePage in the Comox Valley (Property Mgmt Division) #121 - 750 Comox Road Courtenay, BC VAN 3P6 Phone (250) 897-1300 Fax (250) 897-1330 Interior viewings for the following vacancies are by approved application and appointment only. Houses & Suites 339B Nim Nim 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, 5 appls $1000/mth Avail. Immed. 337 Mcleod Rd 3 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P, 5 appls. $1000/mth Avail. Immed. 4997 Spence Rd. 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P, 4 appls. $900/mth Avail. Oct. 1st 3449 Hope Rd 3 bed, 2 bath N/S 5 appls., $1200/mth Avail. Oct. 1 2705 Urquhart Ave. 4 bed, 2 bath 7 appls., $1400/mth Avail. Oct. 1 7403 South Island Hwy. 2 bed, 2 bath, 5 appl $1050/mth Avail. Oct 1

1045 Cumberland Road BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS 1 & 2 bedroom condos available close to downtown - 2 bedroom unit features 1.5 baths. This quiet, well maintained building suits mature adults. Bus stop is conveniently located out front. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit.

4336 Forbidden Plateau 4 bed, 2 bath, N/S 5 appls. $1500/mth Avail. Nov. 1

Call 250-334-9717

BEAUTIFUL KIN Beach area: New 4 bdrm designer home, 2700 sqft of luxury on 5 acres. Avail. Nov. 1. $1725, N/S, Pets nego. (604)469-0273.

SUITES, UPPER COURTENAY, 2121 Piercy Ave., $675 mo incls heat & hydro. Oct. 1st. (250)702-1096.

2003 Ford Taurus SEL Wagon 176,000km new brakes, summer & winter tires, a/c, 6 cd player, jump seat for 2 small kids, keyless entry, power everything, leather/woodgrain, luxurious $2500 obo. 250-650-2314

TOWNHOUSES COURTENAY, SPACIOUS, centrally located 2 and 3 bdrms ($650/$750) Townhome, 1835 Piercy Ave., coin laundry, new roof, N/P. Family oriented. Call (250)702-1096.

WAREHOUSE SPACE, approx 1600 sq ft, 1491 McPhee Ave., $1500 mo. Avail now. Call (250)702-1096.

HOMES FOR RENT

SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING NEW INDEPENDENT living house in Nanoose Bay now accepting residents 55+. 250668-4642

OFFICE/RETAIL TOWNHOUSES

SHOP/WAREHOUSE space. Cousins Rd. 1200 sqft. 3 phase power. High ceilings. OfďŹ ce Area. I-2 Zoning. Available Now! 250-703-1644, 250-338-7476 evs.

1471 Krebs Cres. 3 bed, 2 bath, N/S 5 appls, $1200/mth Avail. Nov. 1

BEECHER MANOR

CRAIGDAROCH BEACH, Union Bay 3 bdrm, 2 bath, FP, 6 appls., N/S, N/P. Avail. Now, $1250/mo. 890-0909.

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

1252-9th St, Courtenay

TOWNHOUSES

Call 250-703-2570

RENTALS

WILLOW ARMS APARTMENTS

For viewing please call Donna 250-334-9667

Features 5 appliances, wall-to-wall carpet, blinds, gas ďŹ replaces - gas included in rent. Low hydro. Children welcome. Quiet, wellmaintained 2 bedroom condos. Ideal location, walking distance to Superstore and North Island College. No pets.

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250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca TRUMPETERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LANDING modern newer condos bordering the airpark. Avail. units include 1 bdrm & den, 2 bdrm & den, 2 bath, 6 appls, custom ďŹ nishing, balconies/patios, underground pkg, storage units, some with wonderful ocean views. N/S, No pets. Avail. Oct.1 & Nov.1rents from $1,100/mth. DOWNTOWN ABOVE COMMERCIAL 2 bdrm/2 bath, 2bdrm/1 bath, 5 appls., gourmet kitchen, concrete ďŹ&#x201A;rs, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. $1,200/mth & Avail. Nov. 1 $1000/mth. ROSEWOOD TOWNHOUSES 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, basic cable incl., N/S, No pets. Avail Immed. & Nov 1, $250 move-in incentive. $725/mth. Call Res. Mgr. 334-8602 PARKSIDE Newer 2 bdrm, 2 bath condo, 6 appls, balcony, underground pkg, storage, adult oriented. N/S, No pets. Available Immed. $1200/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, patio, res. pkg, N/S, cat ok. Avail. Immed - $650/mth. WILLOW WOOD 2 bdrm, 1 bath patio home, 4 appls, patio, 2 pkg spaces, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. $725/mth LOTS OF CHARACTER! 1 bdrm, 1 bath condo in Tin Town, 6 appls, 2 balconies, 2 res. pkg, gas & hot water incl., N/S, No pets. Avail. Oct. 1 - $875/mth WALK TO DOWNTOWN new & modern 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 6 appls, elect. F/P, balcony, parking, N/S, No pets. Avail. Oct. 1 - $900/mth WILLOW WOOD 2 bdrm, 1 bath patio home, 4 appls, patio, 2 res. pkg, N/S, No pets. Avail. Nov. 1-$725/mth VANRIDGE MANOR 2 bdrm,1 bath townhouse, 5 appls, gas F/P (gas incl.), N/S, No pets. Avail. Oct. 1$750/mth MAPLEWOOD MANOR 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls., large balcony, res. pkg, adult oriented, N/S,No pets, $700/mth. Avail. Oct. 15 move in incentive do not pay till Nov1st NEW MODERN TOWNHOUSE 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 6 appls, elect. F/P, patio, res. pkg., short walk to town! N/s, No pets. Avail. Nov. 1 $850/mth WOODCOTE MEWS 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appls, n/s, small pet. neg. Avail. Oct.1 $1,200/mth PLATEAU GARDENS 3 bdrm, 1 full/2 half bath townhouse, F & S, enclosed patio, storage rm, N/S, No pets. Avail. Nov 1 - $850/mth CLOSE TO COLLEGE 2 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse, 5 appls, patio, res, pkg, N/S, No pets. Avail. Nov 1 $800/mth MAPLEWOOD MANOR 2 bdrm, 1 bath condo, F & S, coin laundry, N/S, No pets. Avail. Nov. 1 - $600/mth ASPEN COURT ground level 2 bdrm, 1 bath condo, 5 appls, new paint & ďŹ&#x201A;ooring, N/S, No pets. Avail. Oct. 10 $825/mth. ARGO COURT 1 & 2 bdrm units, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, hot water & basic cable incl., N/S, cat neg. w/ref. Avail. Nov. 1 - $640 & 700/mth. Call Res. Mgr. 3348602.

WANTED TO RENT RETIRED COUPLE- NS/NP, Willing to house sit in the town of Comox, Jan, Feb, Mar. 1(519)433-9980.

TRANSPORTATION

2005 CHEVY Trail Blazer LS Exc cond. 103,000kmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 6cyl auto, air, cruise, privacy glass, many extras. $10,500. Call after 5pm or leave msg. 1 (250)754-0725 2006 MAZDA 5. Fully loaded, seats 6, new tires & brakes. $9500. Call (250)203-0134. 2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 ďŹ rm. 250-755-5191.

AUTO FINANCING

SPORTS & IMPORTS

1976 TRIUMPH T26 Red Exterior. Tan leather interior. Collector plates. available. New black soft top, tires, battery. $8000 in repts. Asking $10,300 O.B.O.

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CARS

2003 TOYOTA COROLLA Sport. 5 spd. manual, A/C, Grey, 169,000 kmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. $4200. obo 250-752-4541

2006 MUSTANG GT Convertible, V8 auto, 69,000 km, all options, clean. Asking $18,000 obo.

2007 SUBARU FORESTER Auto, premium package, 95,000 km, silver & gray, $16,500. (250)758-5986

VEHICLES WANTED WE BUY All Cars! Not, we will Cars/Trucks/Vans. Car today with Phone call to: 8647.

1999 ACURA, 95,000 KM, leather interior, 2 door, includes frame hitch bike rack. Asking $5000 obo. Call 250-339-2767 2003 CHEV Malibu- 4 door Sedan, 141,000 km, 1 owner, automatic, AM/FM/CD player, fully loaded, good shape, runs well, $2900 obo. Please call (250)335-2795.

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MOTORCYCLES

2002 HARLEY Davidson Road Glide, 95ci, loaded, many extras, set up for touring custom paint, must be seen, $12,500 OBO. 250-871-3126.

4&-- :063 $"3 '"45 2007 VW Golf City, blue, 5spd, 33,000 original km, platinum shield protection & deďŹ&#x201A;ectors. Like new condition. $12,500. (250)933-5182

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MOTORCYCLES

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

TRUCKS & VANS

2003 Virago Yamaha 250. 23,000km. Clean. $3700.00 (250)-287-2009

2000 DAMON Intruder Motorhome. 36ft, 64,000km, v-10 Ford, HW & tile floors, propane heater, 2-slide outs, back up camera, tv. Mint cond., $35,500 obo. (250)758-5710

2001 KUSTOM Koach 5th Wheel, 23.5ft, air cond, sleeps 4-6 adults. Lots of cupboard space, rear full bathroom, nice condition. Must see. Do not need special licence to tow. $8,995. 1 (250)754-0725

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

1985 COACHMEN Camper, 10.5 feet, newer fridge, 19 gallon fresh water with new pump, 4 burner range, furnace, toilet, converter, new mattress, hydraulic jacks, 1 piece metal roof. In really good shape, $3000 obo. Call (250)923-2898.

91-9ft Slumber Queen Camper. Great condition, well cared for. Lots of storage. $4300 OBO. 250-923-7508.

APARTMENT/CONDO

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2008 LEXINGTON GTS 283 18,500 miles. Full body paint, three slides. Like new, $69,900. Phone:250-898-8718 or 250-702-2681

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North Island junior golfers win Slegg Lumber Cup Twenty-four of the best junior golfers on Vancouver Island teed it up at Glacier Greens Golf Club for the annual Slegg Lumber Ryder Cup matches on Sept. 29-30. Vancouver Island is divided into two zones for junior golf. Duncan and south is Zone 5; west and north of Duncan including Powell River is Zone 6. Each year 12 juniors from each zone meet and compete for the coveted Slegg Lumber Ryder Cup. The participants are treated to a fine tee gift (this year a golf carry bag) and meals from monies raised at the annual Slegg Lumber ProAm tournament held each spring at Glacier Greens. After the best-ball matches on Saturday Zone 6 led 4-2. Sunday morning was the alternate shot format with each zone win-

THE ISLAND’S TOP junior golfers gathered at Glacier Greens to contest the Slegg Lumber Ryder Cup. ning three points, leaving Zone 6 up 7-5. Following lunch the singles matches were played. The competition was very close with some ending as ties and winning a half point for

each team. After the last putt had dropped and the scores tallied, Zone 6 won 11-10. Comox Slegg Lumber store manager Gary Wood welcomed both teams to the

Valley, presented the Slegg Cup to the Zone 6 team and congratulated them on returning the cup to the North Island. Representing Zone 6 were Terran Berger (Gla-

cier Greens), Alex Webber and Matthew Irvine (Crown Isle), Mark Valliere (Crown Isle/Nanaimo), Josh Legge (Myrtle Point), Michelle Waters and Cole Morrison (Pheasant Glen),

Shirin Anjarwalla and Zach Anderson (Nanaimo) and Emily Adams, Dallas Jones, Gavin Hollebakken (Mount Brenton). Representing Zone 5 were Haley Kruse (Victoria G.C.), Matthew Broughton and Darren Day (Royal Colwood), Naomi Ko, Keaton Gudz and Alex Cartwright (Olympic View), Mirai Hayashi and Jack Lilly (Uplands), Lexi Kondrak (Cedar Hill), Andrew Funk (Glen Meadows), Tristan Mandur (Arbutus Ridge) and Callum Davison (Cowichan). “All the young players and their families thank the Glacier Greens Golf Club and Slegg Lumber for their continued support of this excellent program,” said Glacier Greens spokesperson Len Doyle. – Glacier Greens Golf Club

Sailors enjoying success The Comox Bay Sailing Club Race Team added to their 2012 season results by taking first and third in the Fall Dinghies Championships hosted by the Royal Victoria Yacht Club this past weekend. Sailors Theo Truax and Chris Volkers of Highland Secondary placed first followed closely by Alex Brown also of Highland and his partner Oliver Barry from Mark Isfeld finishing in third; sailing doublehanded club 420’s. Richard Barry sailed in the Masters Laser Class (an Olympic sailboat) and Aidan Collins sailed in the Laser radial, rounding out the Comox Bay representation.

The 2012 Canadian Yachting Association’s Sail West & U17 Championships were also recently held at the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club. Oliver Barry and Alex Brown placed third overall and first in the U17 420 division, with Christopher Volkers and his Cadet crew taking second place. Theo Truax and Carlos Schaub (crewing from Powell River) were fourth overall and received second place for the U17 division. Callam Barry placed fourth in the Optimist blue fleet and his father Richard placed 11th overall in the Masters Laser class. Across the country at the National Sea Cadet Regat-

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ROB SARGEANT RINGS the bell at the finish line of the Greal Lake Ultramarathon.

Ultra race went well Runner overcomes loss of headlamp to finish 11th at 56K event

Rob Sargeant Special to the Record

The 56K Great Lake Ultramarathon on Sept. 15 went better for me than I expected, especially since the start I had was awkward. I was with close to 300 participants crammed into the parking lot beside Youbou Town Hall, and somehow after we all sang “O Canada” and were let go, my visor was flipped off by the start ribbon, sending my headlamp flying out of sight. I scrambled around, avoiding getting trampled to retrieve my visor, but couldn’t spot the headlamp, so I made a quick decision to run on without it. It was 5 a.m. It would be totally dark on the logging road. I followed the rest of the runners out of the town. We quickly came to a gravel road shrouded by forest. The lead pack thinned out. I saw bobbing headlamps ahead of me like fireflies stretch into the distance. Every once in a while a support vehicle would pass by giving me some help with their headlights, but for about an hour I was running in complete darkness. I managed to pass a couple of runners before sunrise, but had no idea where I was placed until near the third aid station where someone told me I was

in fourth place. The friendly volunteers at the aid stations quickly helped me to refill my Gatorade bottles, and at certain ones, find the drop bags I had prepared, containing power gels, electrolytes and snacks. Near the halfway point I was passed by a runner and her support vehicle. I was slowing the pace because I knew a big hill was up ahead and I would need some gas in the tank to handle that. My quads were already feeling the distance. When I left Aid Station 8, at what I thought was the top of the hill, I was encouraged by reaching the marathon distance marker in just under four hours. My joy didn’t last long though – when I came around the next corner I saw how the hill still ascended. Finally I was able to run down the long winding descent to the A&W Aid Station where the course joined pavement and followed fairly level ground again. I knew it was around 12km from the finish because I had measured it with my car the day before (a sign was there too indicating this). I was in the home stretch. My only concern was that I was down to my last power gel. I would’ve liked to have a couple of more for the final push. By this time I was in eighth place. I refilled and holstered my drinking bottles and pushed on. I could feel the heat of the beautiful day rising from the paved street, as I passed homes and small businesses. At some street corners small groups of people

clapped, encouraging me to press on. With 10km left to go I took my last gel. My legs felt like cement. I counted down the kilometres. In the last couple of kilometres I was passed by three runners, two of them in the final 200 metres or so. We were so close. But by that point my place didn’t seem to matter to me. I was just so glad to see the finish line; the cheering happy people. I took my turn ringing the finish bell. Coming in 11th place with a time of 6:03 was better than I had expected. And to top it all off when the first aiders checked my feet at their station in the Lake Cowichan Hall, they couldn’t find any blisters. This was Rob Sargeant’s blog of his experience running in the 2012 Great Lake Ultramarathon.

There’s just over two weeks to go until the 2012 Perseverance Trail Run kicks off on Sunday, Oct. 28. This year’s event, co-directed by Extreme Runners and Equilibrium Lifestyle Management, will once again feature a 3K cross-country romp and 10.5K mountain run in the beautiful forest trails of Cumberland. The race is run entirely by volunteers and supported by generous community partners with all proceeds going directly to the Cumberland Community Forest Society. Last year, racers, volunteers and supporters of the race raised $5,000 for the CCFS. This year’s race starts at 11 a.m. at No. 6 Mine Park in Cumberland, with racer check-in open from 9-10:45 a.m. Pre-race registration is required as there is a cap of 300 racers. Participants can sign up at the regular price of $20 for adults and $15 for kids up until Oct. 26. Racers can look forward to a fun and challenging trail run, delicious post-race food provided by Thrifty Foods and massage by donation with Functional Massage Therapy. All racers will be entered into a post-race draw for fabulous prizes provided by Brooks, Valhalla, Riding Fool Hostel, Ascent Physiotherapy, Island Pilates & Fitness, Dodge City Cycles and many more local sponsors. The Cumberland Community Forest Society is a group of residents of the Village of Cumberland dedicated to purchase local

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tume on race day.” Registration forms are at Extreme Runners, 436 5th St., or go to www.perseverancetrailrun.com to check out details and register online. – Perseverance Trail Run

Riptide’s fundraiser set The U14 Riptide boys soccer team is holding a garage/bake sale on Saturday, Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the CVUSC clubhouse at 1701 Lerwick Rd. (next to Isfeld Secondary School) in Courtenay. Eighteen families are participating in this sale, and all the proceeds will go toward travel and tournament costs for the boys throughout their season. While this is a sporty bunch and there will be much to sell in the way of sporting goods, there are also many other quality items including furniture, toys, books, household/kitchen ware, lawn/yard, tools, knick-knacks… Throughout the garage sale, there will be a delicious bake sale of homebaked items – including pies and

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COMOX VALLEY RECORD COMOX VALLEY’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER Publisher: Joanna Ross Editor: Mark Allan Ph: 250-338-5811 / Fax: 250-338-5568 / Classified: 1-855-310-3535 A division of Black Press Ltd. 765 McPhee Avenue, Courtenay, B.C. V9N 2Z7 www.comoxvalleyrecord.com editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com The Comox Valley Record is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org

Award recipients show quality The rest of the world is noticing our beautiful little Valley out here on the edge of the world. • Quality Foods in Courtenay was named top grocer in the country by the Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers and QF Comox got an award of merit. Besides offering an excellent shopping experience, QF Courtenay was honoured for its strong and consistent participation in community activities. Manager Dan Gigliotti praised his staff for going “above and beyond” every day. That’s undoubtedly true, but the tone always flows from the top. • Andrew MacMillan of Harbour Air and the Vancouver Island Visitor Centre received Tourism Vancouver Island Awards. MacMillan, who works out of Comox, received the Tourism Employee of the Year Award. While working for the airline, he’s a tireless advocate for the Valley. The visitor centre earned the Tourism Sustainability Award for minimizing its environmental impact, conserving natural resources, respecting local cultures and benefiting local communities. • Lourdes Gant was named one of Canada’s top 100 female entrepreneurs by two prominent Canadian magazines. She’s vice-president of Manatee Holdings, which harvests geoduck clams and sea cucumbers from wild fisheries. Since 2008, Gant has helped the company realize 77-per-cent revenue growth. • The Swinkey, a training tool invented by Sunnydale Golf Club instructor Brian Benedictson, earned a Golf Europe Product Award in the training aids category. Along with Canada and the U.S., his product is making inroads in Europe, Asia and Australia. Nearly 100 players on the PGA tour use it. • Charlene Gray, who works at Tigger Too Preschool in Comox, earned a Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Early Childhood Education. Well done, award winners, and thank you for positively raising the Comox Valley’s profile. editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Record Question of the Week This week: Seventy-eight per cent of respondents so far say they are upset that there will be no fall sitting of the legislature in Victoria. Do you care? A little? A lot? Visit www.comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote in the Poll on the mainpage. Cou Courageous polio survivor Ramesh Ferris socked it to polio Saturday in a fundraiser at Simms Park organized by the Courtenay Rotary Club.

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Life is a very precious thing Dear editor, I have never felt the need to write a letter to the editor. That changed after reading Mike Lazare’s letter to the editor (Record, Oct. 3). You see, I was at the Life Chain on Sept. 30, and I sure wish this gentleman would have spoken to me. I am the product of a rape. Yes, it was painful to learn this as a 12-year-old child, but I am very loved. My life has meaning and I am filled with joy, happiness and contentment. My mother has severe health issues, and during a previous pregnancy was advised to have an abortion because of her health problems. She consented, and suffered tremendous emotional pain for years afterwards. So when the unthinkable happened to her, she could not go through with another abortion. In spite of the circumstances, she was able to love me. She didn’t relive that terrible night every time she looked into my eyes so unlike hers; she saw me, her daughter. In my own life, when I walked through infertility, I would have been overjoyed to have a child of

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Tanya Brown my own, any child. Mike Lazare said Canada would be set back 60 years or more if the unborn were protected, but I can attest, there are families out there desperate to call a child their own. Maybe a lack of support drove some women to illegal abortions in those days; times have changed, my friend: there is so much support available for women facing unwanted pregnancies today to empower them to carry their child to term. Years later when I conceived a child whom the doctors deemed flawed, the option given to me was abortion. I didn’t choose this path; I chose life. I prepared to raise a child who could be severely deformed.

I won’t kid you, it was an emotional time. Today, I have a beautiful four-year-old who delights us with her love and kindness. What’s more, she is perfect, there was absolutely nothing wrong with her. Miracles still happen today! So, dear Mike, in closing I want you to know I was loved. It is not the way we are conceived that matters it is how we live out our lives. I have a loving daddy, one who will never abandon me, a father who has walked right beside me every step I take. His name is Jesus. Psalm 139:13-16 For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place, when I was woven together in the depths of the earth. Your eyes saw my unformed body; all the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be. Tanya Brown, Courtenay

Abortion can‘mess up’ women Dear editor, I wonder if Mike Lazare (Record, Oct. 3) has really looked into who wants unwanted babies. I hear there is a list of people wanting to adopt. It amazes me that people will not carry a baby, and I say baby, for nine months. Is it such an inconvenience, to bring a life into this world? I have ministered to women who have had abortions, and maybe not at first, but it usually messes them up down the road. Not only them, but the one who fathered the baby also. I need to ask why do so many

want to save eagles, and whales and animals, but not a child. We are going backwards not forward when we see so little value on a life.

I may not be able to write well, but I know many feel the way I do, and it’s time we speak up more. Pastor Judy Pebernat, Courtenay

Support for Bill M312 Dear editor, I cannot overstress the importance of MP John Duncan and Prime Minister Stephen Harper saying yes to Bill M312. To deny life in the womb would be one giant step backwards for all mankind.

The science of ultrasound alone should open the eyes of the blind. To deny life in the womb would be tragic (especially for political reasons). Joe Richard, Courtenay

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Hiker thanks rescuers Dear editor, I’d like to acknowledge the wonderful work done by the volunteers of the Comox Valley Ground Search and Rescue Association. I was hiking in Strathcona Park with a friend recently, when I tripped and fell, hitting my face and head on a rock. CV Ground Search and Rescue were called and two members were flown in by helicopter to help us. They were professional and very efficient in their care of me, with another 12 members on call ready to walk in with a stretcher if necessary. We were a 90-minute walk from the parking lot. These good people stopped what they were doing in their busy lives to help a complete stranger. What wonderful volunteer service they give to their community. We were also helped by more strangers, Patrick, a tourist from Holland and Paolo from Campbell River, who stayed with us until rescue arrived. I was then flown to St. Joe’s where another member of Ground Search and Rescue was waiting. Thanks also to the doctor who stitched my wound. The Comox Valley is a wonderful place to live. So thank you to Comox Valley Ground Search and Rescue, the two hikers, and my good friend Kathy. We live in a truly wonderful community. Maureen Shipton, Courtenay

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Free Chum and Champ Dear editor, I am writing to make a desperate plea. Please release Chum and Champ to their family. This is not a case of dangerous dogs; these dogs pose no risk to the public, but instead a dispute between neighbours that could be solved with a proper fence and training. I am begging you to do this not only because there are lives a stake, but because the relationship between the public and animal control is at stake. I work for the regional government in Victoria and I would like to believe that we are trusted representatives of the public, here to protect their best interests. I have always worked closely with the SPCA and animal control at managing pets and finding homes for abandoned animals. We rely on public cooperation, respect, and funding to function.

These recent acts of pet-seizing due to breed prejudice and false information are irreversibly damaging this relationship. We are making enemies of the public and ensuring that they will find us as a threat in the future. We work so hard to find these animals homes, it is just devastating to see them ripped away from them and destroyed needlessly. These altercations bring into question the bylaws regarding property boundaries and fencing. This needs to be addressed to prevent further incidents between neighbours and pets. The other absolutely necessary part of successful pet management is education and awareness. We need laws and incentives to ensure dogs, especially large dogs, are trained properly. Let’s take every precaution available to avoid conflicts and ensure public safety. Jaime Noddings, Sooke

Kudos to Quality Foods Dear editor, The Comox Valley Record on Friday reported that the Quality Foods in

of the best cleaning operations, Nova Clean Janitorial, out of Nanoose Bay, to clean their store seven nights every week. I think it is wonderful how this award-winning store also puts so much into keeping their store clean. And if anyone does not know how lovely it is to have coffee, a sandwich, or dessert in the upstairs section of QF, please try it. It is a lovely atmosphere among all the very decorative shower, wedding, kitchenware, candles, knick-knacks; and there are huge chairs and tables to sit at and watch all the shoppers below! There is an elevator, or stairs, to get to this section. Life can be charming. Olivia Sargeant, Courtenay

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Please help those not as fortunate Dear editor, Even with my limited education I think it is safe to say some of the homeless and perhaps those living at the Maple Pool Marina (I love that line), suffer from a form of mental illness. We need more Maple Pools in society because it gives help to those who need it most. Forget the homeless shelters and food banks,

etc. We all need (or want) to pay our own way for our own self-worth. By giving them your support and possibly a job, they have the potential to progress and offer their spot to someone else less fortunate. Because if it was not for the strength of my friends and family, I probably wouldn’t be writing this letter. Rob (Norton) McBride, Comox

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KUDOS TO THE Kiwanis Club and Comox Recreation for hosting Operation Highjump — a huge success! Seeing the joyful looks on the faces of these “special needs” athletes was an unforgettable treat. Anyone considering volunteering for a worthy cause — this is up there with the most rewarding. The lunch and water supplied by award-winning Quality Foods was greatly appreciated. A great day! A HUGE THANK you to members of the Comox Valley who supported World Ostomy Day by dropping off unused ostomy supplies to our Comox Valley Ostomy Support Group table at Pharmasave on Sept. 29. These desperately needed supplies will be sent to ostomates in Third World countries via the non-profit group Friends of Ostomates Worldwide. Your response to our call for supply donations was wonderful. Thank you! THE COMOX VALLEY Aquatic Club held their biannual Tag Day on Sept. 29 at various businesses in the local area. We would like to take this opportunity to thank the com-

munity for their overwhelming generosity. The funds raised will be put to very good use with the purchase of much needed equipment and will help with travel expenses associated with attending swim meets out of province. In turn, the Comox Valley Aquatic Club has donated $400 to the Canadian Tire Jumpstart Program, which provides opportunities for underprivileged children to participate in organized sport and recreation. BIG BUNCHES OF garden mums to thank everyone who has voted for MARS (Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society) this year. This has been an amazing season with trying to fundraise for our projects to help wildlife through gaining votes online. Shell Fuelling Change has been ongoing now since April and ends at the end of this month. This is a great way to raise funds for your favourite charity without having to make a cash donation. And now we are asking you to vote again — this time for Aviva. If you are not sure how, then visit www. wingtips.org. Just go online to cast your vote, often. Its that easy!

Recycling is vanishing Dear editor, Is the Comox Valley cutting out the recycling program? The second-last recycle bins, at Zellers, have now been removed. I put out one small bag of garbage per week. I have five recycle containers that I fill once a week. One week I take them to Zellers, the next week they are collected by the City. I do not have the room to collect 10 containers of recycle and wait two weeks

for the City to collect them. If the City collected recycle every week and trash every second week, there would be no added costs to the City. It seems people do not know the difference between cardboard and boxboard. A small advertising campaign informing people to recycle toilet roll tubes, cereal boxes, cigarette packages, etc. would be cheaper than expanding landfill. Kenneth Rigby, Comox Valley

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Donating publicly traded securities When it comes to chari- and accordingly no income table giving, Canadians tax payable. Here’s an example: You are among the best in the have $100,000 of securiworld. According to StatsCana- ties that originally cost you da, 5.7 million Canadians $30,000 (the “cost base” of reported making a chari- that asset). You sell the table donation in 2010 for securities and donate the $100,000 to a total of just your charity. under $8.3 bil- YOUR MONEY If your marlion. ginal tax rate The simis 43.7 per plest giving EVIN cent, the sale strategy is a of securities cash donation OBBELSTEYN will create a but that may tax liability not be the best strategy for you. One that of $15,295 (based on the cannot only help the chari- $70,000 increase in the table organization, but also securities’ value times the help the donor to save on 50-per-cent capital gains taxes, is the gifting strategy inclusion rate times your of donating publicly-traded 43.7-per-cent marginal tax rate). securities. However, if you donate Donating publicly-traded securities (such as shares or the securities directly to the mutual fund units) directly charity, your tax liability to a charity is more tax- for the capital gain would efficient than selling the be zero. Your charitable securities and donating donation receipt would be the cash proceeds. If you for the fair market value of sell shares or mutual fund the securities on the date units to make a cash dona- that the ownership of the tion you’ll have to include securities was transferred half of the realized capi- to the charity. J. Kevin Dobbelsteyn is tal gains as taxable income when you dispose of the a certified financial planshares or units. However, ner with Investors Group if you donate the shares or Financial Services Inc. units directly to the charity, His column appears every there is no capital gains Wednesday.

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Skills training‘our mission’ – Dix VICTORIA — My column on skills training a couple of weeks ago gave short shrift to the NDP position: Tax the banks and hand out grants for women’s studies, sociology and other worthless pursuits, while skilled jobs go begging. That’s a pretty crude caricature, so I sat down with NDP leader Adrian Dix in his legislature office last week to get a betPOLITICS ter sense of his thinking on the subject. Dix has been devoting a lot of time lately OM to skills training, in trades particularly. He LETCHER meets frequently with business people now, and his recent speeches emphasize that every one of them talks about the growing shortage of skilled employees. Dix credits Premier Christy Clark and jobs minister Pat Bell with making some good moves recently, announcing equipment upgrades for vocational programs around the province. He says it’s because the NDP have been “pounding away at them for eight months” about freezing advanced education spending in their March budget. Dix calls that a crucial mistake and predicts the government will reverse it soon. “So I think, if we’re going to have a mission for four years as a government, if we’re elected, this is the mission: to start to address the skills shortage,” he told me.

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In his speech to the recent municipal convention, and again at an NDP provincial council meeting, Dix zeroed in on B.C.’s apprenticeship system. Since the B.C. Liberals took it from trade unions and set up a Crown corporation called the Industry Training Authority in 2004, the completion rate for apprentices has fallen to 37 per cent, he said. Dix assured me he isn’t proposing to “blow up” the ITA, or hand control back to unions. They will have “a voice,” along with business. Speaking to the NDP executive, Dix referred to Phil Hochstein, president of the non-union Independent Contractors and Businesses’ Association, as the symbol of trades training decline. Not surprisingly, Hochstein has a different take. The 37-per-cent figure is misleading, Hochstein said, because under the ITA there are 32,000 apprentices in the system, twice as many as when it was union-controlled. Many drop out in the first year, and Alberta claims a better completion rate because they don’t start counting until the second year. And when Dix touts Alberta’s “mandatory” trade system, Hochstein said he means returning to a system where all work is restricted to journeymen or registered apprentices of that trade.

“What it does is impose union jurisdiction on the training system of the entire construction industry,” Hochstein said. “So multi-skilling, multi-tasking, organizing the work in the most efficient way is blown out of the water, and it’s stuck in the old craft system of training.” The marketplace has spoken on that restrictive system, he said, and unionized construction is down to about five per cent of the market, based on payroll. Hochstein said the NDP talks a great game about getting more young people into trades. But when unions have the upper hand, they will always favour seniority. A quota of two apprentices per journeyman means another one can’t be hired. Dix agreed with me that the public school system has over-emphasized university, to the detriment of not just industrial trades but lab techs, chefs and other skilled workers that are in short supply. As B.C. Federation of Labour president Jim Sinclair recently noted, tradesmen themselves often don’t encourage their kids, because they’ve been told all their lives that they are “tool monkeys” in a deadend job. And would NDP student grants be targeted to need? Dix’s answer was a definite maybe. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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