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Lake school closure not on agenda But enrollment declining: SD79 looking for answers district-wide Don Bodger
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here are no immediate plans to close any schools in the Lake Cowichan area despite concerns from the community. “There’s no decisions,’’ said Cowichan School District 79 superintendent Joe Rhodes. “There’s nothing deÂżnitive being put on the table at this point.’’ But declining enrollment and rising costs are a reality and among the topics up for discussion Saturday during a two-hour community consultation at Lake Cowichan Secondary School, beginning at 9:30 a.m. There’s another m meeting later in the day in Chemainus and two pplanned for George Bonner and Quamichan Middle Joe Rhodes: Schools on Jan. 12. awaiting report “They are calling this a consultation process, and none off the h questions i that h are going to be asked have come from the community,’’ former trustee Duncan Brown told the Lake Cowichan Gazette. “Everything that is being brought there has been brought there by them. So really what they’re looking for is ratiÂżcation of the decisions they’ve already made. They’re looking for consent from the community — not even consent — they’re looking for the appearance of consent by holding this consultation.’’ Mike McKay, the ofÂżcial trustee for the district, who will be in attendance at the meetings, and district staff, denied that was the case. “I’m surprised that would be the conclusion people are jumping to at this point,’’ McKay said of potential school closures. Rhodes said a facility analysis report is being done for the whole district that will shed some light on the situation. “We’re awaiting a report from Hugh Skinner in terms of some potential options,’’ said Rhodes. more on page 8
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Old St. Nick takes a break for lunch at the annual Providence Farm Old Fashioned Christmas Fair on Saturday, Dec. 1.
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pare change? You can put it to good use dropping it off at the Cowichan News Leader Pictorial for the annual Pennies for Presents fundraiser. Last year the NLP raised $17, 300 for six local charities breaking the previous year’s record haul of $15,800. This year, the NLP is setting a cautious target of $10, 000 but hoping it can somehow
Âżnd the momentum to break another record. NLP publisher, Bill Macadam understands there are a lot of charities at this time of year competing for people’s loose change. “It is certainly going to be a real challenge — everyone’s got their hand out more and more and it seems tougher and tougher. But our readers surprise us and we have support from a number of elementary schools,â€? he said. The NLP has already raised $4,000 toward its goal from its annual book sale earlier this fall. All proceeds go to the Cowichan Valley Basket Society, the Cobble Hill/Mill Bay/Shawnigan Lake Food Bank, the Chemainus Harvest House food bank, the Salvation Army, Women Against
Violence Society, and the Lake Cowichan Food Bank. “This money is 100% local, there isn’t an administration fee or overhead. The money is 100% donated to charities. It’s on-the-ground money. It’s not Âżltered through anything else,â€? Macadam. “As a media company we feel that this is in our ability to drive a few extra dollars toward people’s mouths.â€? Though the drive is called Pennies for Presents, loonies, toonies and paper money is more than welcome, and the bulk of the money goes not to presents, but food banks. With the money these charities are able to restock their shelves and put out more Christmas hampers for needy families. more on page 8
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Police investigating suspicious Äre at vacant Lake Cowichan school A fire at the old J.H. Boyd School site in Lake Cowichan is being deemed suspicious. The volunteer Lake Cowichan Fire Department requested the attendance of the Lake Cowichan RCMP after extinguishing the fire. An RCMP fire investigator was brought in and made the determination the fire was suspicious. “The fire was located on the inside of the build-
ing near an entrance which was spreading into the rafters of the structure,’’ pointed out Lake Cowichan RCMP Cpl. Larry Olson. A quick response by Lake Cowichan firefighters prevented the building from sustaining more extensive damage. The floor and ceiling are still unstable and potentially dangerous. Lake Cowichan RCMP is continuing its investi-
gation into the cause. “This building is private property and any person found inside will be subject to trespassing charges,’’ Olson indicated. Witnesses who may have information to assist police are asked to contact the Lake Cowichan RCMP at 250-749-6668.
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Kicking off Christmas Downtown Duncan kicked off the holiday season Friday with Äreworks and more as a big crowd came out for the annual Downtown Duncan Business Improvement Area Christmas Kickoff celebration. Among the party-goers were: Ben Ollson, 10, and his brother Dawson, 7, admiring the Christmas window display at Embellish! home decor; Island Savings Community Crew member Joey Kinnee serving roasted chestnuts; Amelia Cannon, 8, meeting Santa; and Shelley Vaags and Todd Smiley providing Christmas tunes for the crowd. Andrew Leong
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Chaster added to Duncan’s Scroll of Honour
Others honoured Quench drinking-fountain team wins city’s Perpetual Arts Trophy The foursome that created city square’s centennial totem-pole drinking fountain earned Duncan’s 2012 Perpetual Arts Trophy. Team leader/water artist Peter Lewis was absent during Monday’s city hall service when sculptor Rande Cook (right), castor/ molder Richard Gibson, and plumbing mechanic Lauren Holman accepted certiďŹ cates and a keeper art piece donated by valley photographer Neil Fatin.
Octogenarian honoured: for a half-century of volunteering Peter W. Rusland
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uth Chaster seemed delightfully dazed during Duncan’s inaugural service Monday when she learned she’d earned the city’s 2012 Scroll of Honour. “I was born here, so I’ve been around quite a while,â€? she laughed after receiving the honour from Councillor Joe Thorne. “It’s a good thing when we can honour someone like this, especially a veteran,â€? said Cowichan Tribes elder Thorne, who’s a veteran himself. But the city’s scroll isn’t given lightly; it salutes folks who’ve helped Duncanites for at least 15 years. Chaster Âżlls that bill by more than 50 years. The life member of the Cowichan Legion joined Branch 53 in 1947 after wartime volunteer service.
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Ruth Chaster is congratulated by Duncan Councillor Joe Thorne after receiving the city’s Scroll of Honour Monday. Her Legion work spans arranging picnics and the dart league while helming meat draws and bingo nights — with all proceeds headed to valley charities. The ‘60s saw Chaster playing, refereeing and timing Duncan basketball action while helping the Legion sponsor the Cowichan Valley Athletic Club.
Since 1973, Chaster has also delivered thousands of Meals On Wheels and driven veterans to various appointments while handing them home-made jellies and jams. Topping that schedule sees Chaster being crucial in locating vets’ graves that were improperly marked, while preserving Legion materials for the Cowichan Valley Museum.
Her Scroll was well deserved, signalled Councillor Sharon Jackson. “Ruth’s in her ‘80s and she’s still sharp as a tack.� Longtime friend and Legion member, Betty James, explained Chaster’s honour was overdue. “Ruth’s remarkable. She should have had it before now.�
Kealey Scott is city’s youngest Sports Trophy winner Ten-year-old swimmer and snowboarder Kealey Scott (right) struggled under the weight of Duncan’s 2012 Sports Trophy and keeper cup during Monday’s city hall service. The Duncan Stingraya and Cowichan Valley Breakers swimmer has competed in and won provincial pool honours. Those primed the Bench school student for her gruelling swim, in shark-inhabited waters, from San Francisco’s Alcatraz Island to ‘Frisco harbour. Residential, commercial awards salute Beech Avenue, First Street projects Joyce and Henk van de Graaf’s unique home at 384 Beech Avenue was built by Thomson Construction under the tricky constraints of withstanding ood-plain and seismic risks. The ďŹ nished product earned the city’s Residential Building Award Monday. Bob Thomson incorporated wood and stone features, upgraded insulation, heat pumps, and more in the van de Graaf’s abode. Over at 163 First Street, Dan and Andrea Hudson won the Commercial Building Award for a loving renovation of the former Mulberry Lane Music house — built in 1906 — into Hudson’s On First Restaurant. Contractor Claus Fleming repurposed the heritage wooden structure into an upscale eatery, boasting a new commercial kitchen, seismic upgrades, historic wood use, coffered ceilings, leaded glass and more.
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table. Anita Bleick, PSEA’s CEO, explains in a release the tentative framework agreement was hammered out during three days. “The “signi¿cant milestone” involves compensation improvements for support staff in the colleges, institutes and teaching universities’ sector. “Unions will take this compensation framework back to their members and it will be voted on as part of a complete package once local talks ¿nish,” Bleick says, grateful CUPE and other unions were willing to talk, not walk. Hopper thanked students for their patience. VIU’s Dan Hurley said the two days of lost classes have largely been made up recently in some extra class time.
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Rhodes. Brown was critical of McKay and hhow he will arrive at decisions that w will strongly impact the community. “Mr. McKay has no mandate for the community or is he accountable to the community in his role,’’ said Brown. “At the end of the day, my job is to hear the recommendations of staff and, at some point, make decisions,’’ said McKay. He added the periods of consultations will be a great way “to start to identify the priorities that are available to us.’’ McKay said his hope is people who are engaged in the community will come prepared and bring their thoughts and commitments to the meeting. “Mine is come out and defend our schools,’’ said Brown .
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Society targets April 30 as its drop-dead date for Cowichan Sportsplex’s future Don Bodger
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he ball is in the Cowichan Valley Regional District’s court. And the Cowichan Sportsplex is waiting for it to be returned. The Chester¿eld Sports Society is seeking $146,500 for a regional grant-in-aid from the CVRD for 2013. Better yet, it would like a permanent annual funding contribution. “The purpose of our being (before the CVRD Nov. 28) was to make our ¿nal verbal presentation to the regional services committee,’’ said Chester¿eld Sports Society president Don McClintock. “They heard us out and they will formally take up our application and debate it.’’ The CVRD is but one of four pieces to the Sportsplex funding puzzle, with totals of $75,000 being sought from the Municipality of North Cowichan, $15,000 from School District 79 and $12,000 from the City of Duncan. “These are the amounts we’re gunning for and need to have,’’ said McClintock. He added con¿rmation is needed from all parties by April 30, 2013. “Assuming we get it, we carry on.’’ If not, McClintock said he doesn’t like the alternative.
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Lake Cowichan needs to face school realities To protect lake schools: sacrifices must be made
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t sure doesn’t take much for the hype machine to move into overdrive. Start with a town in recession, stir in a handful of political warriors still smarting about a government whose agenda does not match their own and add a public meeting. And suddenly, the town of Lake Cowichan is on the verge of being school-less. Except, of course for the fact that it is not. The issue Lake Cowichan is actually facing is the fact its population of school-age children has dropped considerably from its heyday, echoing a similar drop in schools across the school district, and across the province. And with that drop has come a Community corresponding drop in the amount of cannot supresources available to operate those port the status schools. Lake Cowichan citizens could come quo out to Saturday’s public meeting armed with torches and pitchforks, yelling and screaming and stamping their feet about how it’s all the government’s fault. Or they can come armed with an understanding of the reality of the situation, a ¿rm grasp of what is most important to them and a willingness to roll up their sleeves and work to achieve their goals. Lake Cowichan is a proud, independent community with a unique identity. We would be shocked to discover its citizens are anything but united in a desire to have their own high school and own elementary school. We also are relatively certain the population numbers justify both, particularly when considered in the context of the existing facilities. However, considering the number of underutilized and unused facilities and properties in the area it is not unreasonable to make changes in these areas in order to make the big picture more viable. Ignore that reality and you are guilty of falling for the hype — or at least using it as an excuse to keep your head in the sand.
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The good and the bad of this week in Cowichan This we don’t
This we like Hats off to the Duncan Business Improvement Area Society for bringing our town into the Christmas season in fine fashion once again Friday. Late November/early December typically means wind and rain. Whatever snow falls is usually of the damp nuisance variety. But thanks to the decorations and the festivities, you can’t help but feel Christmas is coming.
Santa arrives at Duncan city hall for the annual Christmas Kickoff Friday.
Find the true spirit of the season close to home Maeve Maguire
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ome Christmas shoppers are enlightened to the emotional, physical and spiritual bene¿ts of shopping locally. I didn’t reach enlightenment until I hit rock bottom, when my Christmas spirit hit the ground with a thud, and I sought a civil alternative to the madness that is Christmas shopping. My rock bottom happened on the last Saturday before Christmas in London several children ago. My brother and I set out to do our shopping at Selfridges department store on Oxford Street. We had that one day to blitz our short-but-important Christmas list: a purse for my mom, a watch for my sister, and Godknows-what for my dad. We knew we could get it all at Selfridges— the greatest department store in the world. We expected there would be crowds, but hey, we were used to crowds—we’d been living in
London for two whole years. We could handle crowds. We made a plan to divide and conquer: my brother would buy the watch for my sister, I would choose the purse for my mom, and we would both keep an eye out for a gift for my dad. We’d be in and out in less than an hour, leaving us plenty of time for a spot of sausage and mash and a pint of lager at the nearest pub. Job done. I can tell you now that in a city that boasts twice as many residents as the entire province of British Columbia, shopping on the last Saturday before Christmas at the greatest department store in all the world is not recommended, especially for two overcon¿dent Canadians who grew up in small-town Alberta. Coming out of the Underground tube station into the exhaust-¿lled air of Oxford Street, any festive chatter we shared during transit was silenced in awe and fear of what lay ahead. I was immediately surrounded by a jumble of pedestrians in dark winter coats. The crowd
Yes we live in a society that can and often does jump up and bite public officials for speaking their minds. That doesn’t excuse the number of politicians and bureaucrats who make a practice out of talking a lot while saying absolutely nothing. There is nothing wrong with speaking the truth. There is nothing wrong with saying “I don’t know.” Think before you speak and you’ll be fine.
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was so dense I could only look down at the square-foot of sidewalk beneath my feet. My brother and I instinctively linked arms, as much to ensure we didn’t lose each other as for solidarity: two bodies could battle the endless Àood of oncoming foot traf¿c better than one. Luckily (or not, as was the case) the current of people we joined was going our way — into Selfridges. We followed the herd of overdressed, wild-eyed shoppers into the alreadypacked store. There was no dividing — I don’t know if I would have ever seen my brother again — nor was there much conquering. We broke free of the mass to join a hysterical group of 50 people yapping at once at the lone watch salesman. When the salesman ¿nally attended to us, he was so far along the counter we had to shout our request to be heard above the mob. He picked out the watch, we paid for it, he gave us the watch, we shouted a thank you he
did not hear, and we ran out of the store straight to the pub around the corner to settle our nerves. Madness. My Christmas spirit returned the year my husband and I decided to give only locally made products as gifts — our ¿rst slow Christmas in the Cowichan Valley. TeaFarm was the ¿rst stop on our ¿rst day of Christmas shopping. We spent three hours tasting tea, eating Pearl Chocolates, and having a delightful conversation with owners Victor Vesely and his talented wife Margit Nellemann. So calm, such quality, and so refreshingly opposite to that day in London. We were hooked. Buy local—period.
Maeve Maguire is a technical writer who lives and works in Maple Bay and writes monthly in the News Leader Pictorial. Visit her blog www. cowichandale.com, or email her at maeve@describewriting.com.
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Should pit-bull dogs be banned? “I have to say no. There should be more emphasis to owners about the nature of the dog, but more importantly, proper training.”
Amy Meerdink, Duncan
“Yes. There’ve just been too many attacks. I know a pit-bull owner and the dog had attacked a lady. He had to put the dog down, and couldn’t get house insurance.”
Dave Williams, North Cowichan
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Attack instinct not something unique to pitbulls
Dear editor Regarding the recent dog attack on a horse. I have worked with dogs since I was 14, and also own horses as well as dogs. We need to stop the bad rap that pitbulls get. Yes they can be dangerous but so can many other breeds. I had to have a Great Dane put to sleep because he was starting to attack my horses. Stop the targeting of the breed. I have met many pitbulls in my time and there are some beautiful, wellmannered ones out there. We need to remember it’s instinct for a dog to chase and for a horse to run and kick and accidents happen. At least the owner had the dog put to sleep and is paying the bills. Hats off to you. As for the horse owners, my heart goes out to you and your family. I’m truly sorry for your loss and hope that this doesn’t make you hate the breed. Shannon Hansen, Shawnigan Lake
In my opinion: B.C. not doing enough to combat violence against women
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he candlelight vigils that take place every Dec. 6 to remember and honour the 14 women students murdered at École Polytechnique in Montreal are important and moving because they honour all those women, and women and children victimized every year everywhere. But the day isn’t solely about remembering. It’s called the Day of Action and Remembrance on Violence Against Women and Children. However in B.C., there has been far too little action. comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com Violence against women and children takes a terrible toll. In B.C., almost 100 women were killed by their spouses between 2003 and 2011. It’s the damage a pitbull can cause Almost 60,000 women experience sexual and that is the issue Kayla Kerrone physical violence each year in B.C. Dear editor Duncan’s Kayla Kerrone won Ärst prize for this photo Driftwood (taken at Kin Park), in the Lifestyle category of the Having a day to remember isn’t nearly enough. All dogs can attack but when a pitbull attacks Chemainus BIA photo contest. Winners are being presented with a total of $1,700 in prizes this afternoon. We need committed leadership. We need people the damages are severe. Years of breeding for who speak up when they see women disrespected aggressiveness has produced unpredictable government, but are included in a package that showing up at the store, two or three more and people to step in when they see injustice. We and vicious behaviour that kicks in without is otherwise objectionable. cruisers were also in the area. need to choose the kind of society we want to live warning. While this may seem clever to Harper and his The RCMP’s response time was incredible in and hold leaders accountable. Richard Hughes, Cobble Hill operatives in the PMO, it is not the behaviour and deserves attention. Criminals, vandals and In September, Victoria’s police department comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com of an honest government. Any prime minister even the common people of Duncan should withdrew critical resources from a regional dowho was actually interested in gaining consen- be aware of the strong presence and quick mestic violence unit created as a result of recomsus for worthwhile legislation would introduce response time of our local detachment. I can mendations from an inquest into a horri¿c mass Frequent federal omnibus individual bills dealing with speci¿c measures, con¿dently say downtown Duncan is safe and murder in Oak Bay in 2007. This unit is being legislation is the real issue here so that MPs could vote up or down according well-policed. considered a “luxury,” the department said. Dear editor to the merits. Not only would this result in Maurits Vos In the past two years, reports by the B.C. RepThe recent exchange of opinions regarding Tinkers Computers legislation that better reÀected the wishes of resentative for Children and Youth, the Justice the performance of our MP, Jean Crowder, the population, it would also enable voters to Institute of B.C. and others found not enough is between John Koury (Crowder’s defeated opjudge the behaviour and priorities of their MPs being done in our province to ensure women and Who exactly makes the call on ponent in the last election) and Trudy Thorgeir- by seeing which measures they supported and their kids are kept safe from violence. son illustrates exactly what is wrong with the which they opposed. public art anyway, and how? Programs in B.C. have faced budget cuts that current Conservative government, namely the Regardless of one’s support or opposition to Dear editor prevented them from providing help that could political gamesmanship that takes precedence individual components of Harper’s legislation, A couple of years ago when Tom Duncan keep women and children safe from violence, and over anything useful in Ottawa. no one who cares about democracy can support and I tried to do a mural with local youth when help them recover. Neither Koury nor Thorgeirson identi¿ed a government that presents its legislation in this doing a project with the Cowichan Intercultural On Nov. 11, 2011, 124 transition houses, second any speci¿c bills Crowder voted against, manner. Society we were unable to do so because there stage, safe home and children who witness abuse but it’s a pretty good bet there was only one: Dave Macmurchie wasn’t a process in place. After many requests, programs participated in a one-day census conthe Stephen Harper government’s omnibus Shawnigan Lake we eventually changed our project to workducted by the B.C. Society of Transition Houses. “budget” bill. Harper’s passion for omnibus ing with Duncan Elementary School students, On this single day, these programs helped 1,110 legislation is plainly a device to trap opposition painting local historical homes, and doing an women and children in person, and another 1,461 Police response to early robbery members into voting for measures that they indoor mural at the Siem Lelum gym. Having via phone or email. But they turned away 658 cannot in good conscience support or voting remarkably quick enquired for quite a while afterward, we heard women, youth and children. against measures on which they agree with the Dear editor there was no movement on the issue. Now Other community victim services, counselling On the morning of Dec. 1, Tinkers ComputI’m curious: what are the criteria, when was it and outreach programs connected to the Ending eers — the business I own at Fourth Street and formulated, who are the jurors, and where are Violence Association of B.C. are having the same C Canada Ave — had its alarm set off. Price’s the successful applicants? problem. There just isn’t enough funding in place A Alarms immediately called and dispatched the Jennifer Lawson to respond. p police. I live above Tinkers Computers and Duncan Community services make a huge difference “Would you to support tax hikes for upkeep or replacew with the time it took me to get out of bed, get every day. It is simply wrong when they are ment of the Island Savings Centre?” ddressed and walk down the stairs to the store prevented from providing help and support that You answered: (76 votes) ddoor, the Duncan/North Cowichan RCMP was More letters online can save lives. 75 per cent NO aalready on site, just about beating me to the In B.C., high-pro¿le tragedies bring a Àurry of Also, read fresh stories every day and share ddoor. It must have taken me no more than one activity and announcements related to violence your thoughts immediately through the comTo vote on the next Question of the Week, log onto the m minute. against women and children. But what’s needed ments function. web poll at www.cowichannewsleader.com Within a minute of the ¿rst three cruisers is a continuing, well-planned and adequately at cowichannewsleader.com funded set of supports and prevention services shaped by communities. 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Shabna Ali is Executive Director of the B.C. Society of Transition Houses and Tracy Porteous is Executive Director of the Ending Violence Association of B.C. A gathering will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. Dec. 6 at the Duncan United Church Hall on Ingram St.
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Resident-commissioned report adds fuel to soil dump battle Hydrogeologist’s report: recommends against SIA proposal, saying it could eventually pollute the lake and aquifer Peter W. Rusland
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ust say ‘No.” That’s what Shawnigan Lake residents are urging environment ministry bureaucrat Hubert Bunce to do early next year when he’s expected to decide if a massive quarry can be ¿lled with contaminated soil from various places. Citizens’ worries about soil runoff polluting their lake and aquifers surfaced during Thursday’s meeting about South Island Aggregates’ proposed project, which needs a ministry permit. Dozens of folks heard the ¿ndings of a report by hydrogeologist Dennis Lowen, who was hired by the Shawnigan Residents’ Association. “It scares me to have the developer (SIA) putting a toilet in our living room,” said SRA’s Al Brunet, noting Lowen’s study was to be unbiased about the Stebbings
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Hydrogeologist Dennis Lowen explains aquifer impacts of South lsland Aggregates’ plans for a contaminated-soil facility near Shawnigan Lake during Thursday’s public meeting at Shawnigan Lake School. Road site. Lowen described how SIA’s proposed site, about ¿ve kilometres from Shawnigan Lake, would sit on fractured bedrock. He reports that geology could eventually see soil foulants — possibly hydrocarbons such as fuel, heavy metals, and industrial chemicals — leak from the SIA’s proposed encapsulation system, percolate into the aquifer, then reach the lake. “The site doesn’t have the natural features to contain the soil and its (potential) leachate,” Lowen said. Lowen recommended more
study about SIA property and its fallout, adding drinking-water standards don’t apply to the site risk. Possible earthquakes could also shake SIA site’s holding capabilities, noted Lowen. And reports by the forests ministry, and the Vancouver Island Health Authority, also nix the site, he noted. “You’d use this site if it was the only one you had.” But residents, and area Director Bruce Fraser, don’t want the site used at all for bad dirt. “You have clearly described a dire problem here,” said Bill Hook. “Nobody wants to see any water
supplies basically destroyed,” said Craig Mearns, who recently expressed his concerns to B.C.’s Environment Minister Terry Lake. But the soil dumping and storing permit decision isn’t Lake’s, it’s Bunce’s, Fraser explained. Fraser said a legislative change is needed to give regional brass power against accepting contaminated soil. “If they had the right over jurisdiction, they’d be saying ‘No’ quite often,” Fraser said, adding the CVRD has offered to help ¿nd a suitable soil site. Meanwhile, Cliff Ellis urged locals to request the province, or another approving body, have SIA pay to have local water tested now to provide a baseline of contaminants. Should the application be approved, the SRA and others could appeal within 30 days to the Environmental Appeal Board, Fraser said. That appeal could effectively stall the site’s use for a long time, while folks realized Lowen’s report raises serious site doubts. SRA’s Garry Horwood said the group is mulling Lowen’s report, while telling folks there’s strength in numbers. “We’re following due process. It isn’t sexy,” he said. “We’ve ignited a ministry, and we’re on track.”
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sland Savings’ former branch at Canada Avenue and Evans Street will likely be history early next year, a credit union spokeswoman says. “Island Savings still owns this property and is currently in the process of dispersing and disposing of the furniture and remaining equipment,â€? Kathi Springer said of the white bank building after last Saturday’s ofÂżcial opening of Island Savings’ new branch in the Duncan Mall.
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Valley people Name: Lulu Vegh Occupation: partner at Chemainus Health Food Store Age: 40 Hometown: Vancouver If you get a chance go see: The Hobbit Right now I am reading: it’s not that good, so I don’t remember what it’s called I’m listening to: Fleetwood Mac At least once everyone should: try ozone tubing at Mt. Washington Most people don’t know I: am shy Proudest or happiest moment: the day my son Liam was born Biggest fear: snakes If I was appointed queen of the valley I would: create food security and green it up Before I die: I want to go hotair ballooning Words I live by: What comes around, goes around
Karen Underwood ranks just behind Santa. Underwood’s trademark gingerbread village will be back at the store for the 13th year, starting Dec. 1. Country Grocer director Peter Cavin tells us the village will be dismantled just before Christmas and delivered to organizations such as Cowichan District Hospital, Cowichan Lodge, Sherwood House, Sun Ridge Place, Gate House, Wedgewood House, Cairnsmore and others for a tasty treat. • Grant M. Waldman of the West Coast Men’s Support Society is inviting men to join him in standing with women in solidarity to say, “We will no longer tolerate men’s violence against women”! during a 6 p.m. Dec. 6 gathering at Duncan United Church marking National Day of Remembrance & Action on Men’s Violence Against Women. • Gerry Giles tells us via Twitter that Barb Truswell was elected to the board of the Cobble Hill Farmers’ Institute for a one-year term. Elected for two-year terms were Dave Bilkoski, Jennifer Symons, Bill Wikkerink and James Clark. Exciting things happening for you, your friends or your family that you want to share with your community? Send me a quick email at editor@cowichannewsleader.com. We’d love to spread the word.
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About 300 participants took part in the Ă„rst Cowichan United Way 5km Santa Run from Duncan city square to the Cowichan Commons last year. that runs from September to December. The charity hopes to raise $300,000 during the campaign, $2,000 from the run. The United Way estimates one in three people in the community use its services — roughly 30,000 people. All of the money raised will be put back into the community. “It might be yourself, a friend or a family member or it could be a neighbour who needs support. This event raises money for
the community and raises awareness about the good work that we do,� Carol Stenberg, executive director for Cowichan United Way, said. “All the dollars raised stay in the Cowichan region.� CUW hopes to have even more Santas this year. Stenberg estimates there will be 400 running — good luck to parents who have to explain why there is more than one Santa to their children. A $20 registration fee
will get walkers and runners a Santa suit and a fun time. “It is so much fun, everyone is laughing because it’s just so odd. I hope more and more people know about it. I’m excited for it to be bigger and better. I’m encouraging everyone I know to take part,� Muir said. Run for the Claus takes place Dec. 9 in Duncan. For more information, contact Cowichan United Way at 250 748 1312.
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Sian Carter Big Sister and Tyra Stewart Little Sister unbiased party and help to provide guidance and support within a comfortable, friendly, relationship. Tyra and I have been matched as a ‘Big’ and ‘Little’ now for 3 years. One of my fondest memories is when we attended our 1 year anniversary celebration with Big Brothers Big Sisters; we each received a certiďŹ cate and me a ower; Tyra was sitting on my lap at the time and stated “One day we will be here celebrating our 10th anniversary!â€? I really enjoy my experience as a ‘Big Sister’ and have developed a life long friend in Tyra. As our relationship has developed, Tyra has been integrated into my family as well as me into hers. She has found friendship with my biological little brother, and is adored by my parents and other family members as well. I look forward to the many more fond memories that we will share.
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luesman David Gogo spends Christmas With The Blues in Duncan, then rings in 2013 at the Crofton Pub. The award-winning Juno nominee plays the Duncan Garage Showroom Dec. 8 to unwrap his fresh yuletide CD while tuning for his New Year’s bash in Crofton where Gogo and his band will perform seasonal songs plus material from his acclaimed Soul Bender disc. courtesy David Gogo The Nanaimo guitar veteran said 2012 started David Gogo is spending part of his holiday season playing two shows in Cowichan. with a couple of Maple Blues Award nominations, plus a Juno nod for Soul Bender. at next year’s MBAs.” people over the last year,” he wrote from Mis“Then the album was nominated for a SiriThe Toronto Blues Society fetes its 16th-ansissippi. usXM Indie Award and it won Blues Recordnual Maple Blues Awards honouring nationally “I sure hope that you enjoy Christmas With ing of the Year at the Western Canadian Music and internationally-recognized Canadian artists The Blues. I hope it is as fun to listen to as it Awards. Jan. 21 in Toronto. was to make.” “I had the pleasure of touring all over Gogo’s up for Guitarist Of The Year with Canada, including performances at JunoFest fellow nominees Garett Mason, Kevin Breit, Your ticket in Toronto and BreakOut West in Regina, Steve Strongman, and Teddy Leonard. What: David Gogo and band and I took two trips across the pond to tour Meanwhile, he applauds fan support in perWhen: Dec. 8, 8 p.m, Dec. 31, 9 p.m. Europe with my Dutch band,” Gogo says on son and on social media. Where: Duncan Garage Showroom Dec. 8; his website. “I always enjoy coming back to favourite Crofton Pub New Year’s Eve “And to top the year off, I’ve just recently venues to play, but I have especially enjoyed Tickets: $23 advance, $25 door at the Showreceived a nomination for Guitarist of the Year breaking into new areas and meeting new room; $20 advance, $25 door in Crofton.
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Painter seeks to show the simple beauty in the everyday Barry Strasbourg-Thompson believes the painter’s job is to show the viewer another way of seeing things, an expanded awareness. He is attempting to overturn the traditional way of seeing with an approach that sees magnificence in the everyday, a healthier view. He puts that philosophy in action this month in the lobby of the Cowichan Theatre.
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He says the drawings, assemblages and paintings in his On Mindfullness exhibition explore this mindful approach: “a joy in impermanence, aliveness in movement, bliss in mystique, grace and wisdom of the commonplace, simple beauty of everyday colour, awe of the natural world. The Chemainus resident has shown at Exit Art New York, Karsh-Masson Gallery (Ottawa),the
National Aviation Museum, and the Canadian Museum of Civilization. He holds a BFA Visual Arts from the University of Ottawa. Viewing is available to theatre-goers during performances, and one hour before the performance without a ticket. The exhibit runs until Dec. 31. Call 250-246-4093 or email brush. stroke@shaw.ca for more.
Kelsey’s Chrysalids breaks social barriers High school staple: iconic play explores humanity and acceptance News Leader Pictorial
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essages about social acceptance, religion, manipulation and courage are bravely staged this week during Frances Kelsey high’s version of The Chrysalids. Teaching director Anna Roberts uses David Harrower’s adaptation of John Wyndham’s novel that’s been a secondary-school mainstay since 1955. The one-act drama’s gripping plot and setting is just as chilling now, as then. “I just liked the conÀict in this story,” Roberts said of the “postapocalyptic, futuristic type of play” hinged on one group of townsfolk rejecting another. “There’s a hint something happened to human society in the past, and what we have left has come out of that collapse.” The rub surfaces between a group of people that considitself nor“Axel’s the good ers mal “and the angel on David’s other that are mutants and one shoulder; psychics, and have Joseph’s the something dude with the different about them,” pitchfork on the Roberts said. other.” She hoped her 26 actors get “a positive experience, gain a sense of community and realize everybody’s different, somehow.” Axel (Ashton Arden) knows he’s offbeat, said Ashton Arden, 17,
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depicting the lame scientist who’s protagonist David’s uncle. “Axel’s also the brother of David’s father, Joseph, leader of the town and main preacher behind their Christian- Catholic inspired religion focused on maintaining purity in the post-apocalyptic setting,” the Grade 12 actor said of the tale of extremes. “Worldly Axel’s the opposite of Joseph; an atheist who doesn’t believe in casting out people who are different. “Axel’s the good angel on David’s one shoulder; Joseph’s the dude with the pitchfork on the other.” Arden was ardent about playing reason’s voice among folks who’ve “morphed into weird, over-zealous people who believe on keeping form.” Six-toed Sophie (Priyanca Tatachari) relates. She meets David in the forest where she lives to dodge persecution by Waknuk townspeople about her physical difference, the 15-yearold actress said. “David helps her and she gets to trust him. Sophie’s a secret. If found, she’d probably be beaten up.” The moral to Tatachari is “people are pretty much the same and you can learn a lot from talking to someone, no matter what they look like, or how they think. The big message is accepting people for who they are.” That’s not the view of preachingfarmer Joseph (Austin Frykas, 18). “He believes in beating his children,” Frykas said of his “Àat character.” “He only cares for his daughter, Petra, as the perfect child.” He echoed Tatachari’s idea about Chrysalids showing the nastiness of discrimination. “It’s a learning experience acting wise, and morally even.”
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Patrick Dixon (right) plays conÅicted protaganist David, while Austin Frykas is the devil on his shoulder in Frances Kelsey Secondary School’s production of The Chrysalids. Patrick Dixon, depicting David, agreed. “Wyndham’s trying to say there really is shallowness in the average, modern human — if we meet someone with a challenge, they aren’t going to be fully as human as us.”
David comes to see this by rebelling against Joseph, asking questions about his religious bent, and realizing if you step out of line it can be extremely dangerous for you,” said Dixon, 15. “Wyndham’s trying to break that barrier, get us to cooperate with 2013
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Wednesday Annual Christmas Light Up in Memory: The ceremony includes beautiful music, comforting words, and lighting bulbs on the trees in front of the hospital, 6 p.m. at the Cowichan District Hospital. Pancake Breakfast Food Drive: Complimentary breakfast at Oceanfront Suites at Cowichan Bay. Bring a food or cash donation to help ďŹ ll the boat with non-perishable food items. Naby Camara: West African
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Scotty Hills: Singer/songwriter with guest Amber Suchy, 8 p.m. Duncan Garage Showroom, 330 Duncan St., 250-748-7246. $15 door, $12 advance.
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Amelia J. Mayea March 14, 1936 December 6, 2011 We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name, In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone, For part of us went with you, the day God called you home. You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide, And though we cannot see you, you are always at our side. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same, But as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again. Love you, miss you, Harold, Lori, Ron & families
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Born April 8, 1929 at Bradford, England. Died November 18, 2012 at Sunridge Place, Duncan, B.C. “Mr. Andersonâ€? was a teacher at Shawnigan Lake School from 1957 until 2010. He was a Fellow of the Canadian Heraldry Society, Cowichan Herald Extraordinary, a Knight Commander of the Order of St. Lazarus, a recipient of the Queen’s Golden Jubilee medal and numerous other honours and awards. At Shawnigan he served as a Housemaster, Registrar, Senior Master, Deputy Headmaster, Acting Headmaster, bus driver, tour director, ďŹ rearms instructor, organist’s assistant and ďŹ nally Senior Master Emeritus. Graham was one of the fortunate few who found his calling early in life and pursued it to the end. He was a master teacher of history who left an indelible mark on thousands of students. He was a true renaissance man - an authority on, amongst other things, heraldry, chivalry, pipe organs, Italian art, haiku poetry, astronomy, classical music, egyptology, archery, ďŹ ne automobiles and all things British. His most remarkable quality was the ability to impart this knowledge to adolescents with colour, enthusiasm and lasting effect. He maintained a passion for education for 53 years until at the age of 79, a stroke took him from the classroom. He did not go quietly. His focus in the ďŹ nal two years of his life at the Sunridge care facility in Duncan was getting back to the School. He leaves his nephews, Alexander and Christopher Anderson of Victoria and Lake Cowichan, their spouses Shannon and Sherri and their children. He will be remembered fondly by his former students who are better citizens of the world because they learned of the wonder and importance of history from Mr. Anderson. Donations in Graham’s memory can be made to the Graham L. Anderson Scholarship Fund at Shawnigan Lake School. A celebration of Graham’s life will take place at the Chapel of Shawnigan Lake School on December 8, 2012 at 1:30 pm., boldly accompanied by music from the pipe organ that he built. FIRST MEMORIAL FUNERAL SERVICES
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COOK, Barbara May (nee Crossley) was the adored wife of the late John Richard Cook, loved mother to Michael (Constance), Susan (Ian), and Richard, and treasured Nana to Colin, Faith, Clare, Nolan, Nirah and Jocelyn. She died peacefully in her sleep at Sunridge Place, Duncan, B. C. Barbara was a vibrant soul whose life was ďŹ lled with music and laughter. Barbara met the love of her life at 16 in London, England and together they began their life adventure emigrating ďŹ rst to Toronto, then moving to Vancouver, then retiring in Cobble HIll on Vancouver Island. Barbara's love of family, friends and faith carried her throughout her life and we rejoice that she is reunited with John, her husband of 53 years, as they begin their next great adventure. Friends are invited to join us at the Anglican Church of St. John the Baptist, Cobble Hill, on December 6, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. for a service of Remembrance. LAMBERT, Dorothy It is with great sadness that we announce she passed away peacefully on Friday November 30, 2012 with family by her side at Cairnsmore Place. She was born February 7, 1920 to Karl and Mary Barkham at the Ship Inn across the Solent from Southampton, England. 22 years later, February 14, 1942, she married Reginald Peter Lambert (never called Reg, always Pete) in Orpington, Kent, England. September 1943 saw the arrival of their daughter, Mary followed in July 1946 by son, Robert. In the fall of 1947, along with her two young children, she followed Peter to Toronto where they built their home nearly all by hand, including digging out the basement. On February 7, 1955, Dorothy’s 35th birthday, son Stephen, was added to the family at which time Peter informed her that she shouldn’t expect any more birthday presents. A year later the family was on the move from Toronto to Los Angeles, California. In 1968, after 12 years in Los Angeles, the couple purchased the Anchor Marina in Cowichan Bay. After another 12 years, in November 1980 they retired to a condo on the hill overlooking the Bay. Dorothy sold the condo in 2007 and moved to Sherwood House in Duncan, later to Heritage Manor and eventually Cairnsmore Place. Dorothy loved playing golf and bridge which she did up until just a few years ago. She was an active member of IODE and the British Canadian Social Club. Dorothy was predeceased by Peter in 2000 and son Robert in 2011. She is survived by daughter Mary Dancy, son Stephen, granddaughters; Robbyn Turner, Kristin Corbett, Shannon Lambert and Tiffany Coghill, grandsons; Richard, David and Aaron Lambert and Gabriel Jaffray, great grandchildren Chase Stiles, Maddy and Sydney Lambert, Julia Corbett and Avienna Coghill. The family is very grateful for the kindness and care Dorothy received while she was at Cairnsmore Place. A service will be held at St. Peter’s Quamichan Anglican Church on Wednesday December 5 at 2:00 with a tea following. Flowers gratefully declined but a donation to a charity of your choice at the Christmas season would be most appropriate. On line condolences may be offered at www.hwwallacecbc.com
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HOEK, Cornelis Harmen Feb 3, 1924 – Nov 28, 2012 Cornelis Harmen Hoek passed away quietly on November 28th, 2012. He leaves behind his wife of 60 years, Anne, children Margaretha (Bob de Faye), Celine (John de Graaf, Rob Nelson), John (Laura) and Michael (Carol), as well as 9 grandchildren: Nicole, Helen, Marie, Alisha, Scott, Richard, Lanie, Paula and Blake. Cor joins his eldest son, Richard, who passed away in 1989. Cor lived a full life, surrounded by a warm and loving family, always with a wide smile and a kind heart. He had an adventurous spirit, an entrepreneurial mind and a caring demeanor. His story begins in Holland, in the De Rijp. He grew up the son of a landowner and aspired to be a carpenter. When the Germans invaded Holland, Cor was put in an internment camp. He wasn’t to be held for long and together with two others he escaped, found a rowboat and made his way across the English Channel. A feat that does more to describe his character than words can do justice to. In Scotland he trained as a tail gunner and went on to see action in the skies across Europe. A mixture of luck, skill and sheer courage kept him alive when he was shot down and then put to work on a German farm close to the Swiss border. Again, he made an escape, went to England and was then off to Indonesia where he stayed for the remainder of the war. Cor returned to Holland in 1949, destined to meet his future wife. It was a beautiful night in June when he gazed at Anne Brakenhoff across a crowded restaurant. That night, beneath the stars they walked and talked. In his direct way he simply said to Anne that she was the girl he had been dreaming about. That very night he said he knew she was the one. Three years later they were married. After the war housing was difďŹ cult to come by so Cor and Anne decided they would travel to Canada. Five days after the wedding they honeymooned on the boat on their way to Vancouver. An IWA strike detoured them to Vancouver Island, where they stayed with relatives. Of course they fell in love with the natural beauty of the Cowichan Valley and decided to stay. Cor had a natural gift for building. With only a handsaw and his bare hands, he constructed their ďŹ rst house on Lomas Street. Today, the house still stands, sturdy and durable – the way Cor always made things. Slowly but surely Cor and Anne built a life and a strong foundation for their family. As the family grew, they moved and continued to build. A legacy of solid homes, designed and built by a man with a vision; with a passion for creating structures that lasted a life time. To provide for his growing family Cor worked at the Crofton Mill, retiring after 31 years of service. His strong hands were one of the ďŹ rst to lay the groundwork for what would become a support for the entire family, and an entire community. He laid the foundation and worked his way up to Leadhand of the Shipping Department, where his strong and tenacious leadership commanded the trust and respect of all those around him. Cor loved to ďŹ sh in Cowichan Bay. He would be up before the ďŹ rst light, out with the rowboat. Quiet, patient, understanding the ways of the ocean. A yacht pulled up alongside his small boat once. “Where will you put the ďŹ sh!â€? a man mocked. Cor held up his catch, several large salmon glistening. Cor smiled his knowing smile, always content with what he had, knowing that hard work would bring the rest in time. Cor instilled his love for the outdoors in his children. Cor and Anne would pack all ďŹ ve kids into the car and head to the Okanagan for three weeks each summer. When fall approached they continued to commune with nature, hiking Mt. Tzouhalem, following the goat trail to the cross at the peak. They explored crumbling mining camps atop Mt. Sicker. Their education began with the trees, the lakes, the animals. The family grew together, exploring, travelling, learning and always creating. Smiling along the way. Cor had a subtle and earnest sense of humor, and was always a bit of a charmer. He had a special wink. He helped his family and his community in his own quiet, private way. He was a man loved by those whose lives he touched. The family asks that you join them at St. Edwards Church on Tzouhalem Rd, on Friday, December 7th at 1 PM with a reception to follow, in the meeting room of the church. Condolences may be shared online at www.sandsduncan.ca SANDS of DUNCAN 250-746-5212
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February 15, 1923 – November 27, 2012 Margaret is survived by her son Norman (Sue) of Kamloops BC, and grandson Paul of New Westminster. She was predeceased by her loving husband Douglas and her son Gordon; her sisters Letty (Jim) Long, Lilian (Harold) Pledger, and Dorothy (Mike) Dwyer, and by her brother Al (Dorothy) Norman. She is survived by her sisters in-law Maude Atkinson and Agnes Morelli, many nieces and nephews, and a special friend, Lyn Kumpala. Margaret was born in Camp Caycuse on Cowichan Lake, BC, where the children roamed free beneath summer skies. Her father, Henry Norman, was a high rigger logger who was in high demand as he taught and worked in the bush. During the depression he went to Russia, taking all his family, but promises meant nothing there and conditions were poor. When Margaret got scurvy he quickly moved his family back to the woods in the Cowichan Valley. Margaret absorbed the Russian language easily while there and acted as an interpreter for the adults. Henry carried Margaret to the sea where he found a boat willing to take the family to Canada. Margaret worked in a plywood plant in Victoria for 19 years and after her retirement she became a champion golfer, winning many trophies on the island, the mainland and other points in Canada. She was competing until the age of 75, also playing Bridge until then. It was not very exciting to just play golf until she was in her 80’s but she sure had fun having her pick-up games at the Seniors Center where she played and whupped most of the men. Mom loved to travel to Europe and met relatives in Finland. She and Dad spent many happy winters as snow birds in Arizona and Southern California. Special thanks to the Sherwood House sta in Duncan, Jill Thomas and Kelly Norman for their excellent care. Lyn for her weekly visits during the summer and the many drives to the beaches and byways with mom. Special thanks to Paramedics Luke and Bobbi, ER and 3 West sta and Dr. Ranier and Dr. Stoltze. Our Thanks to the sta at Kamloops Seniors Village for their care and compassion during the past few months. There will be no service by request. A wake will be held in 2013, in Duncan, BC, date to be yet determined. Donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to Kamloops Funeral Home 250-554-2577 Condolences may be emailed to the family from www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com
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Lou was born in Batavia, Indonesia. She lived on the island of Sumatra for twelve years where her father managed rubber plantations. In 1934, she moved with her family to Dauphin, Manitoba just in time for winter which was quite a shock after the tropics. After completing high school in Dauphin, she attended university in Brandon, Manitoba for a couple of years before going to Winnipeg where she worked for both Ducks Unlimited and Blue Cross. She met Barry (her husband to be) while on a trip to Europe. Lou and Barry were married in June 1952 in Manitoba. She moved with him to Lake Cowichan where she has resided ever since. Their only child, Tom, was born in October 1953. Over the years, Lou was active in Lake Cowichan with many volunteer and community groups including the Kaatza Art Group, the United Church, the music club, Canadian Mental Health Association, the Hospital Auxiliary, and much more. She was a tireless and faithful supporter of Barry in the work that he did with the Kaatza Historical Society and on many other initiatives. Lou was predeceased by her husband Barry in January 2011. She will be missed by her family and many friends. Lou was known for her support of many charities. In lieu of owers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. A memorial service will be held on Friday, December 7, 2012 at 2:00 PM at the United Church in Duncan.
It is with great sadness that we had to say goodbye to our wonderful mother on Monday the 19th of November. She passed away at Cairnsmore Place in Duncan, B.C. Kathaleen was born on the 8th of June, 1923, in Bengough, Saskatchewan; the ďŹ rst born child of Orval Hicks and his wife Hazel McDonald. She was raised on a farm very near the Montana border in a small hamlet called Buffalo Gap. Kathaleen was the eldest of a large family of 12 siblings. She and her siblings grew up during the “dirty thirtiesâ€? and she told us of being lucky to live on a farm where they always had lots to eat, but not always the other necessities of life. She loved school, but as a young teen she had to quit school to help out at home. She married her childhood sweetheart Auby when they were both very young, and not long afterward in the spring of 1944 boarded a train with their three little girls and headed for the West Coast. They arrived in Chemainus in May and lived with relatives for a short time before moving to Duncan where Auby found work as a mechanic at the Duncan Ford Garage. Soon after they bought a piece of property on Cowichan Lake Road and built a house, which was her home for many, many years. She was the wife of a very hardworking ‘business’ man when Dad bought a truck and hauled everything from sawdust to railroad ties, and any thing else that he could haul in that truck. They made many friends thru Dad’s business connections. Mom was a busy lady, raising so many children and entertaining many friends. She was happiest when all the chairs were full at her big kitchen table. Christmas at her house was the original Christmas Chaos. She loved to sing along with Dad when he played his guitar, Prairie picnics of long ago, watching her grandchildren play the sports of their choice, camping, watching the birds feed outside her window, and Daniel O’Donnell songs. She had her sad and bad times like most, but she always had a wonderful smile for all. When Auby died, it became a very sad time for her, but she tried her best to cope with a lot of change, but cope she did and we admired and loved her for her resilience. She is survived by sisters Velda Mortenson of Govan, Sask., Shirley Holbrook of Coronach, Sask., brothers Dean Hicks of Big Beaver, Sask., Doug Hicks of Coronach, Sask., and Ian “Butchâ€? Hicks of Medicine Hat, Alta. ; their spouses and offspring, as well as many other nieces and nephews, who she loved dearly. She was predeceased by her husband Auby, daughter Luanne Palmer, son Milo, and son-in-law Roger Ketch, Lana’s husband. She leaves to mourn her passing, children Gailene (Herb) Branting, son- in- law Don Palmer (Luanne), Audrey (John) Svetich, Bob (Carol) Nelson, Jackie (Dennis) MacGregor, Kirk (Chris) Nelson, Wendy (Jim) Holden, Judy (Rennis) Ketch, Lana Ketch, Brenda (Wally) Tomporowski, Denise (Glen) Ramsey, Kim (David) Gunn. She is also survived by 28 grandchildren; 48 great grandchildren and 3 great-great, grandchildren. She cherished every one of them and they loved her unconditionally. The family would like to thank the staff at Cairnsmore Place and Dr. Susan Barr for all the care and support they gave our Mom. There will be a tea to celebrate Mom’s life from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, December 9th at St. John’s Anglican Church Hall, 486 Jubilee St., Duncan, B.C.
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FAGIN’S ANTIQUES is located near the Duncan Wendy’s, 5835 York Road. Open 7 days a week 10am-5pm. Tel: 250-701-10588
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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE BY OWNER 2 BED, 2 bath Condo for sale. #3-370 Cairnsmore St., new roof 2004, small dog/cat allowed. Ground level patio. Open house Sat & Sun, Dec 8 & 9, 10am-3pm. New kitchen, paint, ooring & more. $146,000. 250-597-8070
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com
HAIRSTYLISTS
BUY, SELL, Watches, Estate Jewellery, Gold, Diamonds, Repairs, Custom designs. St. Thomas Gold & Silver, 895 Fort Street, Victoria, 250-3807698.
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 39’ 2004 TRAVEL Trailer, park model, “Terry model� asking $11,900. Propane furnace, 2 yrs old, full size, asking $700, worth $2000 new. 30’ pressure treated power pole, $200. Call (250)735-3258.
HAIRDRESSING in your home, Cowichan Valley area. Barb Stewart. 250-715-6568
Card counting system, know when to bet at Blackjack. $300 (250)710-6568 (250)743-6543
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!
PETS
HERITAGE PAWN BARGAINS! 25% OFF Christmas Sale! Bryson 3B ampliďŹ er, NAD 1600 preamp-tuner, Bass bin 2 x 15â€? JBL speakers, Klipsch surround speakers and sub, 23â€? computer monitors, Pearl 22â€? kick drum. Many more deals in store! 430 Whistler. 250-746-9810. heritagepawnbrokers.com
FEED & HAY HORSE PASTURE, 35 acres in Maple Bay. Use of barn, hay and grain storage also included. $125/mo per horse. Avail. immed. 1-780-381-4217.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE FLOORING FLOOR INSTALLER looking for P/T work, carpet, lino, restretch & repairs. No job too small. Jerry (250)715-5852
FOOD PRODUCTS FRESH FREE-RANGE Christmas Turkeys, ready Dec. 14, $3.50/lb. 250-746-7124.
FUEL/FIREWOOD SEASONED ďŹ rewood $200 cord . Split & delivered, locally. (250) 510-0412.
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EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
SHIMPO POTTERS wheel, bats included, $600. Olympic klin model# 2327h, 23�wx27�d, new wiring, needs some new bricks, also included klin sitter dial, thermometer 1 full shelf, 8 1/2 shelves, posts and stilts, $700. Ohaus chipper beam scale, 2610 grams, $35. Open to reasonable offers. 1(250)2478152. (Gabriola Island). SNOW TIRES, P215/60R15, steel belted radials, used one season only (Dec & Jan). As new. (250)748-4658
CHEMAINUS: 55+ Senior building, 1 bdrm. No pets, No smoking. $556/mo. Avail now. 250-246-4221
Call: 1-250-616-9053
CHEMAINUS CONDO, 3000A Oak St., Creekside. 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appl’s, gas F/P, storage.Senior bldg. NS/NP. Avail. Jan.1st. $775. (250)246-3755.
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MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
CHEMAINUS- RENO’D lrg bright 2 bdrm suite, 2 levels, 4 appls, 1.5 bath, sm pet considered. N/S. Refs. Avail Jan 1. $700. Call (250)246-1457.
EVERGREEN PLACE mobile home, $49,900, 800sf, complete reno in & out, small pet ok. (250)710-8985 or email
CROFTON: BRIGHT, 1 bdrm, ground level, quiet bldg, W/D in suite, $650 + utils. Available now. 250-416-0053 DOWNTOWN LADYSMITH Affordable housing- 1 bdrm apt. Hydro & cable incld. Rent starting at $450/mo. (250)246-7557. DUNCAN: 2bdrm adult oriented condo, second oor (no elevator), bright, 5 appl, f/p, balcony, quiet neighbours. N/S, no pets, walking distance to shopping. $750. Avail now. Ref’s req. 250-748-1388
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HOUSES FOR SALE MID 70’s dbl wide on .28 acre, in Mill Bay. 2-bdrm w/den. 2 baths. Good cond. Propane stove & dryer, newer roof $205,000. Call (250)746-9658.
DUNCAN 1BDRM, $650 per month. Non-smoker. 3 References & damage deposit required. Back apartment above Island Mediquip next to 49th grocery store. (250)748-0190 DUNCAN in town, avail now, quiet 2 bdrm apt. 5 appl, $850-$900. 250-246-6626 or 250-746-4016
RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO
DUNCAN, new 2 Bdrm apartment, 2668 Dingwall, elevator, sprinkler system, elec. fp. Small pet N/S. $750 + utilities. Avail. Dec 1. 1 (250)477-4524 DUNCAN- sign 1 year lease get 1 month free, 2 bdrm condo, insuite laundry, N/S. $850mo + utils. Avail Now. Call 250-732-0379. DUNCAN SPRINGRIDGE MANOR Has a new look! Fresh paint and TLC throughout. Clean quiet building close to Beverly Corners, includes heat and hot water. Non-smokers only; no pets. Renovated 1 bdrm suite, $590
Lantzville Estate Sale: below assessed value. 4bdrm, lvl entry, walkout bsmnt, panoramic view, waterfront beach access, suite potential, ample parking on 3/4 acre. 7 mins from Woodgrove. $550,000. 250713-2270, 250-585-2620.
CONNECTING BUYERS AND SELLERS www.bcclassiďŹ ed.com EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
CENTRAL DUNCAN- Lovely 1 & 2 bdrm suites in seniors oriented building, heat included. NS/NP. Please call Art, 250-746-7241.
CENTRAL LOCATION, Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrms, balcony, F/S, hot water, parking, pet considered, $525$850/mo. Call 250-748-7764.
DUNCAN, 55+ park, no pets. 2 bdrm, single wide, large deck, heat pump, woodstove, landscaped yard, 4 appl’s. $29,900. (250)748-2863
Incredible 5 acre treed PARK-LIKE PROPERTY with Well-Maintained Furnished Home 1500 sq.ft, 3-bdrm, 2 bath. Extremely close to Pristine Cowichan Lake, in the town of Caycuse. Perfect for recreational property or full time living. Motivated seller $378,800. Exceptionally low yearly cost. Not leased land. Call 250-745-3387 smartytwo@hotmail.com
BRIGHT, ONE bedroom, living room, bath, kitchen, hardwood, private entrance. Shared laundry, garden, yard in a nice quiet neighborhood, close to tow. Great for a single or couple, or community minded person. 748-6080
CENTRAL DUNCAN- newly reno’d. 2-bdrm, 5 appls. NS/NP. Quiet, yard. Avail now. $875.+ utils. (250)619-4225.
WE BUY HOUSES
JEWELS, FURS
CONNECTING JOB SEEKERS AND EMPLOYERS DAYCARE CENTERS
APARTMENT/CONDO $500/MO STARTING- weekly available, many apartment types, furnished, w/common kitchen. All utils, internet included. FREE local calls, No Credit Checks. Call Motel, 250-748-0661, (Duncan).
ANTIQUES/VINTAGE
Come to Fagin’s for unusual & affordable Christmas present ideas such as Jewelry from Thailand and Mexico, Mardi Gras Masks from the USA, CertiďŹ ed Life masks of Actors & Actresses from Angelina Jolie, Jack Nicholson to Arnold Schwarzenegger, African Tribal Masks, Russian, Canadian, German & Japanese Military items, Original Oil & Watercolour paintings, books, Persian Carpets, furniture etc. Fagin’s is like a free Museum, come & browse our items from over 30 Countries.
RENTALS
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
(250)748-3729 LADYSMITH DOWNTOWN900sq ft, 1 bdrm suite, new W/D, range & D/W. Newly reno’d. Street level entry. $850. To view: (250)245-2283. CROFTON- 2 bdrm apt, 5 appls, 2nd oor above quiet Dandy Mini Storage on Joan Ave, $750. Refs req, 1 pet considered. N/S pref. Dec 1. Call or text 250-709-1379.
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
BUYING - RENTING- SELLING
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
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RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
TRANSPORTATION
APARTMENT/CONDO
APARTMENTS FURNISHED
COTTAGES
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
HOMES FOR RENT
SUITES, UPPER
CARS
CHEMAINUS: FURN, sep ent, patios, all util incl. Pets OK. Some with WD. - Bach, $650/m w 1 yr lease or $750/m Avail now -2 bdrm, $850/m w 1 yr lease or $950/m Avail Dec 1 -1 bdrm, $750/m w 1 yr lease or $850/m Avail Dec 15 250-3242424
SKUTZ FALLS area of Lk Cowichan: Cottage on 3 acre fenced property. $850. Incld’s propane heat/satellite TV, pet nego. Avail January. 1st. Call 250-749-4780.
DUNCAN, SPACIOUS 3 bdrm upper, bright, newer appls, W/D, double garage, huge deck, near bus stop, N/S, pets neg. $1200 mo incls utils, avail Jan. 1st. Call 604-614-7423.
WEST SHAWNIGAN Lake: 3 bdrm, 2 bath furnished home on Lake. NS/NP. Avail now until June 30, 2013. $1200./mo Call (250)8125270 or (250)380-3978.
DUNCAN, 1 bdrm upper suite, bright/clean, W/D, heat, hydro incl. $615/mo. N/S, N/P, mature individual. Email references to tansorind@shaw.ca
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
DUNCAN, Walk to town, Quiet 3 bdrm upper, 1.5 baths, 5 appl’s. Fenced back yard. NS/NP. $1275 incl’s util. Avail now. 250-748-9059
OFFICE/RETAIL
Large 2 BDRM corner unit & 1 BDRM 3rd oor. Walk to Safeway, Shoppers, Restaurants & Aquatic Centre. On bus route. Heat & H/W incl’d. Small pet OK. On-site managers. Call 250-748-1304.
Under New Management Mountain View Terrace Estates 3420 Auchinachie Road ----------------------------------
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL 1700 SQ’ warehouse w/ retail and ofďŹ ce space for Lease on Polkey Rd. Unit has overhead doors and ample parking. Please call 250-748-9622 to view. AVAILABLE NOW 1000 sq’ 7000 sq’ store front with excellent exposure, overhead doors, ample parking. 250748-9622 SHOP & OFFICE, rear overhead door, fenced, in-pound, paved, prime location, Allenby & Boys Rd, main road, $900/m, triple net, beside Cowichan Rental. (250) 2465606
Spacious
Affordable 2 bedroom suites -----------------------------Renos & upgraded security features Large balconies In-suite storage Close to schools, shopping and walking trails Includes: Heat, Hot water and parking
Free Cable Hook up -------------------------------------Resident managers on site
To view call 250-748-3321 APARTMENTS FURNISHED DUNCAN (8 km north) Furnished studio apartment, on 8 acres. Laundry, satellite, heat, hydro. $575. (250)748-1310.
SHOP WAREHOUSE for lease, Boys Rd., Duncan, 1500sq ft w/ofďŹ ce, $7.25sq ft triple net. Call (250)245-9811 or 250-474-3585.
COTTAGES CHEMAINUS: BACHELOR cottage, Inclds util’s. N/S, N/P. $650. Call (250)246-4609. COBBLE HILL: Small, unique 1 bdrm cottage with large deck, on acreage. Newly furnished; includes 4 appl. Cherry Point area. $850 all inclusive. NS/NP. Ref’s & credit check req’d. Call 250-7486633 or 250-743-4502 MILL BAY- Near shopping centre, waterfront bachelor furnished cabin. NS/NP. $700 utils included. Avail Now. Call (250)743-5199.
CHEMAINUS DUPLEX, 2 bdrm, 2 bath w/ the second being an ensuite off the master. Ocean view, lights of grouse Mtn at night, 6 appls, shared laundry. Heat & hydro. incl’d. $990 mo. N/S, N/P, ref’s req. Avail Jan. 1st. Call 604846-5519 or 1-604-798-3412, leave message or email: sandrahall11@gmail.com DOWNTOWN DUNCAN- 1 bdrm, avail now. W/D. Close to library, community centre, UVI and schools. Smokers do not apply. N/P. $735/mo includes heat. Refs req’d. Call (250)709-0720. DUNCAN 2-BDRM, clean, bright 2-level, close to schools, bus route, park, on cul-de-sac. 5 appl’s, propane F/P. fenced backyard. NS/NP. Refs req’d. $895 mo. (250)477-5859 (250)746-8128. Duncan: 1800 sq.ft. 1/2 duplex. 6 years old, all appliances (new stove, new d/w), gas fp. Living/dining/kitchen/laundry/powder rooms down; full bath, 2 bdrms plus master suite with full bath and walk-in closet up. Near hospital, schools, shopping and bus. Easy access to highway. $1150/mo + utils. N/P, N/S. Avail. now. Call 250-746-7480 leave message. DUNCAN- 2 bdrm, 4 appls, gas F/P, shared W/D. $900. Avail now. (250)746-8900.
HOSPITAL area, s/s, bright, clean, 2 bdrm + den, 2 bath, 6 appl, gas f/p, sgl garage, QUIET neighbours & street. N/S, small pet cons. $1300 + utilities. Avail Jan 1. Exc ref req’d, 250-748-7476 or bekm@shaw.ca SHAWNIGAN LAKE area. 1bdrm + den duplex. Ground level, carport & storage, quiet area. Heat, light, laundry incld. $700/mo. Call (250)743-2261 after 5pm.
HOMES FOR RENT CHEMAINUS. 4-BDRM, 2913 Rose St., 2 bath, full bsmnt, new lam oors. $1300. + utils. Avail now. (250)210-1648. CHERRY PT- Clean, quiet 2 bdrm, storage room, waterfront mobile home. NS/NP. $950 inclds utils 250-743-2370 DUNCAN. 55+ Strata Dev’p. New 2-bdrm home. Garage, 6 appl’s, free-standing gas F/P. Wheelchair access, near town, 1 yr lease preferred. NS/NP. $1225. + utils. (250)743-3140. DUNCAN, large newer 2 bdrm, upper oor, 3 appl’s, shared laundry. Avail Dec 1. $1100 incl’s hydro. Pet considered. Ref’s req. (250)737-1613
DUNCAN, 3 Bdrm suite, incl F/S,W/D. Refs req. $800+util. 250-748-7808 leave msg.
DUNCAN- OLDER 2 bdrm house, avail Dec 1, (Hospital Hill area), $800/mo. Serious enquiries only. Refs. 1-250658-3463 or 250-246-6626.
DUNCAN, quiet, level entry 1 bdrm, 4 appl’s, gas F/P, 1 car garage/workshop. N/S, N/P. $920 incl’s utilities. Avail. now. (250)748-9059
SHAWNIGAN. 3-bdrm, 2 bath Large lot, hardwood/ tile oors Near lake & Village. $1250.+ utils. Avail now (250)886-1953
Service Directory
500sq’ ofďŹ ce/retail space for Lease with highway exposure and ample parking. Please call 250-748-9622 to view. DOWNTOWN DUNCAN 2500 sq.ft. 6 separate ofďŹ ces, reception, conference area & kitchen, 2nd oor, AC,. $1175/mo. 604-820-8929. DUNCAN: OFFICE space for lease, highway exposure, A/C, ample parking. (250)746-5657 or 250-748-8671 DUNCAN, ofďŹ ce/retail, downtown 950 sq.ft. ground oor, completely reno’d, or consulting. Reception area, 3 ofďŹ ces. Avail now. 604-820-8929
Green Door Society 900 sqft space for rent, incl. 2 ofďŹ ce spaces, reception. Beautifully Restored Heritage Building and grounds. Incl. triple net, $1512/mo. 250-748-3701,250-510-1209 ‘a house, a garden, a place for people’ WANT TO GET NOTICED? Prime retail/ofďŹ ce space for rent in highly visible historical building on corner of First and Roberts in Ladysmith. 1,687 sq ft. 2 bathrooms, small kitchen, new ooring, A/C
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
CARPENTRY
ELECTRICAL
HAULING AND SALVAGE
HOUSEHOLD SERVICES
DAVID GALE Construction, for all your renovation needs. 26 yr. exp. 250-746-9956 www.davidgaleconstruction.ca
1A ELECTRICIAN, licenced, bonded, Small Jobs Specialist, panel upgrades and renos. All work guaranteed since 1989. Rob at 250-732-PLUG (7584).
Delivery Guy
FENCING
I CLEAN ‘till you beam! 50% off ďŹ rst visit! Please call Monica for your free quote & consultation 250-732-4423 SPOTLESS HOME Cleaning. Affordable, Experienced, Reliable, EfďŹ cient. (250)508-1018 or (778)356-1018.
COMPUTER SERVICES ABLE COMPUTER REPAIR In-home service. Seniors’ discount. Nico 250-746-6167
DRYWALL Instalwall Instalations Framing, drywall, taping and t-bar. (250) 885-8883 instalwall@gmail.com.
Lowest Price Guarantee
HOME IMPROVEMENTS Duncan Day Labour Inc. provides a dependable, hardworking team of labourers with all different types of experience and skills that will meet your needs. Flat hourly rates www.duncandaylabour.com
CLEANING SERVICES HOUSE CLEANING, Bonded reasonable rate. Call ReneĂŠ 250-701-7301
DELIVERIES HAULING/JUNK REMOVAL MOVING JOBS WELCOME
HANDYPERSONS
(250) 510-2303
ALL RUBBISH removal, small renovations, deck work, carpentry, painting, plumbing, and eves trough cleaning. Seniors discount. Ian 250-743-6776.
30 yr’s Experience
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LANDSCAPING Quality Landscape Construction * Stone Retaining Walls * Landscape Design www.islandpaciďŹ clandscaping.ca
(250) 701-8319
PAINTING SUNSET PAINTING.CA Interior Painting, Renovations. Free Estimates. 250-710-8338
HOME REPAIRS
TOTAL HOME RENOVATIONS From concrete to rooďŹ ng & everything in between! All Interior & exterior. Work guaranteed. 40 years Experience. Free estimates.
(250)748-9150
TRANSPORTATION ANTIQUE/CLASSICS
34ft. Ready to travel. $9,500. obo or trade. (250)753-0046
2003 Rexair CLASS A, 29 ft motor home. Bright, cheery and in excellent condition. Low mileage. Must be seen to be appreciated. Garage kept. $44,900. N/P, N/S. Phone (250) 746-7808 ESTATE SALE: Luxury Class A motorhome, 2001 FORETRAVEL 36 foot U320 with 1 slide. 454 Cummins with 6 speed Allison Transmission. $130,000. 250-714-9739 or 250-746-5695 or email skew67@hughes.net POP-UP JAYCO Camper, First $1,000 takes. Phone 250748-2248 evenings.
TOWING BEAR LAKE SALVAGE
$$$ CASH $$$ 250-710-7278 CASH
1958 DODGE MAYFAIR, 2 dr. Hardtop, Duncan car, V8, push button, runs excellent, 78 K-miles, needs some restoring. $5,000. (250)715-3721
AUTO FINANCING
For Scrap Vehicles Call
Tight Line Towing (250)709-5692 TRUCKS & VANS 1991 Chev Silverado 2500, 4x4, 140 km. Drives ok. $1050 OBO. (250)748-0814
COWICHAN BAY: furnished 1 bdrm bachelor suite, quiet & private lower level walkout with beautiful views. $750/mo incl’s hydro, satellite & high speed internet. Ref’s & DD req ‘d. Call (778)679-9173.
1991 Plymouth Voyager, runs well, $1200 OBO. (250) 7106568 or (250)743-6543
Your Community
Crofton: 2 bdrm basement suite, W/D, partial hydro included. Separate entrance, large yard, newly reno’d. $800/m. (250) 331-1465
ClassiďŹ eds can rev you up! Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402
DreamTeam Auto Financing “0� Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557
TREE SERVICES
LAKE COWICHAN: 2 bdrm bsmt suite, spacious, clean, renovated, near town/bus, W/D, quiet tenants only. $750 iclds utils. Small pet cons, N/S. Avail now. (250)642-3707.
2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 ďŹ rm. 250-755-5191.
LIBRA TREE for all your tree care needs. 70’ aerial lift, chipper. Insured, CertiďŹ ed Aborist Hazard Tree Assessor, Grant Haynes, (250)748-4449
LAKE COWICHAN- spacious 3-bdrm level entry suite, priv ent. Incls W/D, F/S. NP/NS. $800/mo heat incl’d. Avail immediately. Call 250-923-6170.
STUCCO - Including small jobs and refacing old stucco. Guaranteed. 250-715-5883
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For Scrap Cars also free scrap metal removal
COWICHAN BAY 1 Bdrm suite, bright, mountain & ocean view, ns/np, Util./Internet incl. $750. 250-748-2810.
DUNCAN- FRESHLY painted 1 bdrm, quiet, clean, patio w/sliding glass door. W/D. N/S. No dogs. $650 inclds utils. Avail now. 250-246-1933.
1994 FLEETWOOD MOTORHOME
Long Term Commercial Lease Required A well established Cowichan non-retail business requires the following for a long term and renewable lease: *ground oor 2,200+ sq foot ofďŹ ce with nearby or adjoining 1,200+ sq foot warehouse *min 15 parking spaces; or min 8 on site & min 7 nearby *central to Duncan location (within 5 KM to downtown) Our operation will not suit any residential occupancy nearby as we ship & receive at all hours. Your location must allow access for a 5 ton single axle truck. Required for April 2013. Please contact: leaseapril2013@gmail.com
Cabin w/camper attached on Chemainus river, woodstove, deck. N/S, pet consid. Util. incl. $750/neg. (250) 210-0339 CHEMAINUS 1 bdrm ground level garden suite, priv ent, shared laundry, heat & hydro incl’d, NS, NP. Avail Dec. 15, $675 mo. Call 1-604-846-5519 or 1-604-798-3412, leave message or email: sandrahall11@gmail.com
1994 34’-MOTORHOME, 454 gas engine, 110 volt generator, new coffee maker & microwave. Ready to travel. Must see! $10,950. (250)753-0046
WANTED TO RENT
DUNCAN: 1 bdrm suite, $650. F/S, Heat, hydro, cable and internet incl. NS/NP, No partiers. Avail Dec 1. Ref’s req and DD. Call 250-748-1825.
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A SERVICE PLUMBER. Licence, Insured. Drains, HWT, Reno’s, Repairs. Senior Discounts. After Hour Service. Call Coval Plumbing, 250709-5103.
We ďŹ x everything
250-748-5062
* Gutters * Windows * Siding * Moss treatment * Pressure washing
PLUMBING
JOE’S HANDYMAN SERVICE
LK COW: 3 bdrm townhouse (#5-215 Madill), 1.5 bath, 5 appls, single carport, newly painted. $750 + hydro. N/S, sm pet ok. 250-477-4524
$650 BRIGHT clean 1 bdrm suite on sm acre 5 mins from Duncan. Private entrance. Utilities incl. 250-715-8155
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
250-743-0326. ELECTRICIAN Licensed and bonded. Reasonable rates, free estimates, upgrades & renos. Call Kelly.
3 BDRM Townhouse, clean & freshly painted, 1.5 bath, F/S, Drapes, WD hookup. Sundeck, lots of parking, quiet, near hospital, cheap to heat. Avail now. N/P. $900./mo. Call 250-748-7992, 250-748-2727. 250-709-7992.
SUITES, LOWER
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
2 BDRM townhouse, 1 1/2 baths, $1000/m plus utilities, N/S, pet considered. Avail. now. (250) 709-5765
2 BDRM bsmt suite. F/S, blinds, W/D hookup. N/P. $750 250-748-4383; 709-8880
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
‘06 Chrysler Sebring Touring Sedan. Just inspected; passed all categories. Ready for winter on the Malahat. 2.7L V6, power windows/locks, sunroof, fog lamps, A/C, snow tires all around on the original alloy wheels, Satin jade colour 173,000 km. $5500 (250) 7151236
TOWNHOUSES
SAHTLAM: 1 bdrm, female pets ok, $400 incld’s util’s. Call (250)597-4067.
BRIGHT, CLEAN 1-BDRM suite, ground level. Sep. entrance, shared W/D. NS/NP. Hydro & wi-ďŹ incld. $675. Avail Jan. 1st. (250)746-6893.
For all your building needs call A & A Contracting. Family owned and established since 1978. We provide quality craftsmanship through professionals who are reliable, experienced and skilled. Our goal is to help you create the building project you have in mind while staying on budget and on time. All aspects of building: renovations, new home construction, fences, sun decks, cement work. Home Warranty providers and carry liability insurance. Call for free quote 250746-9633.
SHAWNIGAN LAKE Village, bright, detached 1 bdrm suite above garage (incls use of half of full size garage), 5 appls, very quiet, N/P, N/S, avail immed, $800. 250-929-4685.
ROOMS FOR RENT
$900 Avail. immed, 2 bdrm suite in Shaw. Lk. laundry, seperate entrance and parking, Utl incl. N/S, pet okay. Call 250-510-5588
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DUNCAN- 3 bdrms on Sherman Rd. Inclds appls, big back yard, $1000. NP/NS. Avail Jan. 1. Call (250)510-5526.
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LARGE UPPER suite on acreage. Tansor School area. Generous living areas, 3 bdrms, 1.5 baths, ďŹ replace w/ heat fan. D/W, W/D hook-up avail. N/S. $950 + hydro. Ref’s req’d. Alex (250)597-8355.
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uncan Christian School Chargers took a great run at the provincial A boys’ volleyball championship in Kelowna, ¿nishing ahead of their pre-tournament ranking in third place. “I think we were all pretty disappointed,’’ said the Chargers’ Josh Klassen. “We all went there wanting to get a blue banner.’’ The semi¿nal match with No. 1 ranked Kelowna Christian determined the team’s fate. DCS played hard and gave Kelowna all it could handle in a 19-25, 17-25, 18-25 defeat. “We knew going into it, it was a game we could win,’’ said Klassen. “Kelowna played a great game. “It was good for them. They were kind of like us. They had all their guys back from last year.’’ After the loss, DCS realized it didn’t want to miss an opportunity to claim the bronze medal and came through to beat Bulkley Valley Christian of Smithers 25-23, 25-21, 19-25, 27-25.
“I think we played pretty consistently for most of the tournament,’’ said Klassen. The event opened with a 2512, 25-22 victory over Vernon Christian, 25-12, 25-19 over Richmond Christian and 25-23, 25-23 triumph against Centennial Christian. DCS thus realized its ¿rst goal to place ¿rst in the pool. The DCS boys continued their winning streak by defeating Sparwood Secondary in three straight sets, 25-12, 25-16, 25-22, before running into Kelowna Christian in the semis. “We gave our all, but it just didn’t work out,’’ said Klassen of the Kelowna Christian semi. Klassen was selected to the provincial ¿rst all-star team while Bennett King-Nyberg was a second team all-star selection and Douglas Groenendijk received honourable mention status. DCS coach Peter Day did a great job providing the focus for a team that everyone knew was extremely talented. There’ll be no rest for most members of the DCS squad as they head straight into the basketball season. “Practices are starting up this
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Heavy hit is made by Jon Climie of the Duncan Christian Chargers past the Vernon Christian Royals in the B.C. Senior A boys’ provincial volleyball championships last Wednesday morning at UBC Okanagan Gym. week,’’ said Klassen. Basketball coach Heidi Padjen found last year it was better to
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t took character to get there and character to ¿nish seventh in the provincial A girls’ volleyball championships for the Duncan Christian School Chargers. That’s the same placing as last year in the 16team event and matched the best performance ever by DCS at the provincials. “That’s pretty impressive, considering we lost two big guns and we won islands without them,’’ said DCS coach Mary Joan Visscher. DCS claimed second in pool play at Castlegar after coming from behind to defeat Ebenezer Canadian Reformed School 24-26, 25-19, 15-4 with a stronger performance as the match went on, a 25-17, 28-30, 15-8 three-setter over Fernie and a 14-25, 21-25 loss to Immaculata. DCS started Friday with a wild ¿ve-set 27-29, 25-21, 24-26, 25-21, 15-12 victory over Credo. “It took us two hours to the second to play,’’ said Visscher. DCS fought hard in its quarter¿nal match against Kelowna Christian, the No. 1 ranked team, in an 11-25, 13-25, 18-25 loss. In the eventual match for seventh place, DCS split the ¿rst two sets with Chetwynd Secondary 18-25, 26-24 and then claimed a convincing 15-5 victory in the deciding set. That’s where the team’s character really became apparent. Chantal Bouchard was injured in the second game and couldn’t continue. “I had to sit her out and readjusted my entire lineup,’’ said Visscher. The girls won it for Bouchard. “It was the de¿ning moment for our team,’’ said Visscher. “I was really proud of my team to do this as well,’’ she added. “For them to adjust and switch positions, it was amazing. “The girls pulled through. They had endurance, they had to dig deep because they were tired.’’ Rachael Bakker was an honourable mention for an allstar selection.
Adrienne Saari Adrienne Saari is your all-purpose, super enthusiastic — and skilled — female rugby player. “I like tackling people, I like running with the ball, supporting, catching the ball in the lineouts — everything pretty much,’’ said the Grade 11 Cowichan Secondary School student. Saari, 16, is following in the footsteps of her sister Rebecca, who also played in the Cowichan program. Adrienne only started rugby in Grade 9 but has advanced her level of play rapidly. She’s played on the island, B.C. and B.C. Summer Games teams, as well as Cowichan Rugby Club and school rugby and has found her niche at flank. “She is a great tackler and her support play is very good,’’ said coach Brad Skene. “She’s the one that comes into the ruck, cleans up the pieces, rucks people out of the way, wins the ball for us on the ground so her defensive aspects are outstanding along with her ability to support the ball-carrier.’’
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T-Birds make a case for order on the court
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owichan Thunderbirds started the high school boys’ exhibition basketball campaign with a split in a pair of fast-paced home contests. Wellington Wildcats, Thursday’s visitors, eked out a 54-49 victory over the hometown T-Birds. But they bounced back to defeat Carson Graham of North Vancouver Friday 66-51. “Thursday, we had a good start, but not a good ¿nish,’’ said T-Birds’ Jerod Dorby. “Against Carson Graham, we actually played amazing that game. We had the hometown crowd, too.’’ The atmosphere was electric with a big lunchtime contingent of students. “Right now, I’m pretty happy with the team,’’ said Dorby. “It’s looking way better than I thought it was.’’ The T-Birds led Wellington 7-6 after a low-scoring ¿rst quarter but opened it up in the second to take a 27-18 lead at halftime. But they sputtered in the third quarter, scoring just six points, as Wellington went back in front 37-33 and ¿nished the job with a 17-16 scoring edge in the fourth. Andrew Larson led the T-Birds with 16 points and six rebounds while Dorby managed 13 points and ¿ve rebounds and Cyrus Gray contributed six points and
three rebounds. Cowichan built a 20-12 lead on Carson Graham after the ¿rst quarter and held a 32-25 advantage at the half. The sizable margin stayed intact the rest of the way, with Cowichan leading 49-40 after three quarters and outscoring Carson Graham 17-11 in the fourth. Dorby led the scoring with 21 points and 16 rebounds while Gray collected 16 points and three rebounds and Larson had 14 points to go with ¿ve rebounds. The Thunderbirds are in the North Shore Invitational Thursday through Saturday.
Cowichan juniors in the zone
The Cowichan junior T-Birds started strong, with convincing wins in two exhibition games. The T-Birds mauled Lambrick Park 7044 behind 24 points from Josh Charles. Tyler Hudson (12), Jordy Frost (10) and Travis McDonald (10) also hit for double digits. Cowichan also pasted Vanier 64-24 with another well-rounded effort. Frost scored 15 points, Hudson had 12 and Charles added 10. The Cowichan juniors are ranked No. 5 in pre-season provincial rankings. Former T-Bird Lucky Walia, back in the district teaching at Mount Prevost after being at Claremont since 2003, and Graham Scargall are coaching the team.
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Andrew Leong
Nifty behind-the-back pass is made by the Cowichan Thunderbirds’ Braydon Aumen, above, past Braden Belleville of Carson Graham. Right, Sean Barrett of Cowichan Äghts for a rebound with Ethan Schultz of Wellington.
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One of the biggest supporters of the Cowichan Sportsplex has poured another $4,500 into the multi-sport facility. The CeeVacs Road Runners host a running and walking clinic each year as a fundraiser for the Sportsplex. To date, the Roadrunners’ clinic has put $62,369 into Sportsplex coffers.
The 2013 run and walk clinics start Monday, February 11 and run to April 29. Sessions are held once a week for 12 weeks. There is a program for everyone, including fitwalk, learn to run and 5K, 10K and Half Marathon clinics. For information, go to www.ceevacs.com/ceevacs-races/ running-clinic-2/.
Opponents of Cowichan wrestlers meet their match Cougar Invitational: Hosts take rivals to the mat in several division victories Don Bodger
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he Cougar Wrestling Invitational always brings out the best in Cowichan Valley Wrestling Club
Andrew Leong
Nolan Mitchell of the Cowichan Valley Wrestling Club, above, keeps his eyes on the mat to avoid a hard landing in competition against Jimmy Beck of Salt Spring. Mitchell won the 45-51 kg class. Top right, Maegan Kuruvita of Cowichan takes down Emma Vanderlee of Alberni hard, leaving Vanderlee in obvious pain. Bottom right, Aydan Claus of Cowichan battles Isaac Dahl-Bates of Reynolds in 74 kg junior boys’ action.
members. The eighth-annual event set up headquarters at another different venue, Cowichan Secondary School, and the club pulled off another phenomenal meet. “It actually went really well at Cowichan Secondary,’’ said CVWC head coach Nick Zuback. “We were worried about the size. The gym’s a little smaller, but it worked out.’’ Thanks to great work by coach Craig Lauridsen, a ¿vemat con¿guration was worked out and ¿lled the gym with action. “From basically the start of the tournament to the end, it ran very smoothly and very little injuries,’’ said Zuback. Several sponsors came on
board to lend a valuable hand. Senior results included victories for Cowichan’s Faye Tuck (47-50 kilogram girls), Maegan Kuruvita (63-67 kg girls), Randi Thomas (heavyweight girls) and Nolan Mitchell (4551 kg boys) in their respective categories. Zuback tabs Thomas as a wrestler to watch. She’s only in Grade 10 and placed at provincials last year. Cole Nikirk was second behind the national champion in the boys’ 77-80 kg division. Junior highlights featured a
gold medal performance by Kayden Dorma in boys’ 48 kg. “From last week to this week, de¿nite change,’’ said Zuback of Dorma’s performance. “He got the mat rust off, you could say.’’ Andrea Morris (42-45 kg), Chelsea Warke (51 kg) and Molly O’Donnell were other junior girls’ winners. Xavier Junneau topped the 35 kg junior boys’ event. Austin Lambert won the 4650 kg elementary boys’ class and several others had runnerup placings in their divisions.
Broken bones not the kind of breaks Caps are looking for Big loss: Forward Mikael Jung’s absence will require young team to dig even deeper Don Bodger
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he Cowichan Valley Capitals aren’t getting the right kind of breaks. With the team struggling to ¿nd a way to win so many close B.C. Hockey League games that are going the other way, along comes another obstacle. Veteran Mikael Jung, who’s been playing his best hockey of late and is tied for the team scoring lead, is going to be out of action after suffering a broken ¿nger. It’s another hard knock for the Caps, who lost 3-2 in Port Alberni to the Bulldogs Friday and 4-2 at Cowichan Arena Saturday to the Victoria Grizzlies. The results are typical for the Caps, who have only allowed eight more goals than they’ve scored, yet ¿nd themselves with eight more losses
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than wins. “We’re just going to have to keep battling,’’ said Caps’ coach Jim Ingram. “There’s no easy way out.’’ The downside to having a younger group, Ingram conceded, is there’s going to be some tough nights. “We’ve got to learn how to battle and keep going here,’’ he said. “I like a lot of our kids. We’re there. At the same time, you can’t substitute experience. “We’ve got to learn how to win. At the same time, the turnovers really cost us.’’ One of the bright lights for the Caps was the play of the newcomers acquired from Nanaimo for Matt Grant. Luke Gordon scored the opening goal against Alberni and Jesse Neher scored a spectacular breakaway goal against Victoria, banking a shot off the post behind former Caps’ goalie Brady Rouleau. “It was exciting, especially to get
the ¿rst (goal),’’ said Neher. “It sucks we lost.’’ Neher is still loving life as a member of the Caps. “It’s really good,’’ he said. “The guys have been great. Everyone here is helping me through the trade process.’’ Two goals early in the third period turned the tide in the Grizzlies’ favour. “The guys worked super hard,’’ said Neher. “It’ll come our way. We’re just getting bad bounces and bad breaks the two games I’ve been here.’’ Neher brings speed and hard work to the lineup. Ingram is looking forward to the team’s ¿rst road trip off the island to somewhere other than Powell River. The Caps are in Prince George Friday and Merritt Saturday. “To be honest with you, that’s something we need right now is to get out on the road,’’ he said.
Andrew Leong
Double-teaming is done by the Caps’ defensive pair of Rylan Bechtel and Jarrett Brown on the Victoria Grizzlies’ David Walchuk Saturday night at Cowichan Arena.
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Sahtlam Tree Farm
4901 Conifer Way (4800 Block Old Lake Cowichan Rd)
250-748-6326 Lakes Road Tree Farm
6673 Lakes Road (on Google Maps)
250-746-4324 Duncan Mall
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Middlemiss Farm
3560 Glenora Rd. www.middlemissfarms.com 5 min. from Downtown
250-715-0029
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OLD TOWN SARANAC 146 XT CANOE
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TILLEY HATS
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A Canadian Tradition
HOBIE PRO ANGLER 12 SMARTWOOL SOCKS
RAINFOREST STAINLESS STEEL WATER BOTTLES
Perfect for the Backpacker
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YAK or YETI SWEATERS from Sherpa Men’s and Ladies
Sale Price
$59.99
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