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Judge vindicates ECO Depot foes Ruling:: Project would have been prohibited without a rezoning Ruling Peter W. Rusland

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he year 2012 ended with vindication for those who fought so hard against the proposed ECO Depot in Cowichan’s south end. In a 17-page decision delivered Dec. 31, Justice G.R.J. Gaul ruled the Cowichan Valley Regional District could not have used the controversial and now-abandoned 22-acre site at 3224 Cameron-Taggart Road because it lacked the proper zoning for recycling and waste use. Working on behalf of site opponents Dara Quast and the CT Group, lawyer Stephen C. Chapman successfully argued the CVRD’s position the site could be used under the “utility” zoning was incorrect. “The term ‘utility’ as it is used in the CVRD’s Bylaw 985 does not include recycling services and facilities or solid waste disposal services and facilities,” Gaul writes. “The only plausible, ef¿cient and acceptable de¿nition of ‘utility’ is the one advanced by (Quast).” While CT Group spokesman Joe Gollner called Gaul’s ruling “delightful,” he remains dismayed the CVRD moved ahead with depot plans despite the zoning concerns. “The CVRD didn’t look before it leaped, ignored it when people raised objections, then tried to bully the community,” he said of the site purchase for $651,000 in 2010. “I don’t know (CVRD’s) motivation for taking this crucial step,” Gollner said, theorizing the board may have wanted the waste facility as part of eventual south-end incorporation. CVRD Chairman Rob Hutchins said the board’s rationale was determined after consultation with CVRD lawyers. But he declined to release that con¿dential, written opinion Thursday, without a staff nod. The board declined earlier CT Group and media requests for that opinion during the ECO Depot dispute. Hutchins said CVRD directors were disAndrew Leong appointed by Gaul’s ruling, but respected it. New Year’s baby Cathy King celebrated her 40th birthday with friends and family in style as more than 50 brave souls dipped into “We’ll continue to learn from this and try the chilly waters off Cowichan Bay’s Hecate Park during the 11th-annual New Years Day Polar Bear Swim, hosted by Cowichan Bay to list all (allowed zoning) uses,” he told coVolunteer Fire Rescue. wichannewsleader.com Thursday. He said

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recycling and waste transfer are permitted utility uses in other south-end areas, though not in Area B Shawnigan. Gollner said a rezoning hearing about utility use back when the question was ¿rst raised might have cleared all the smoke. But Hutchins explained a zoning hearing wasn’t needed as staff and the board believed the site could accommodate recycling. “The challenge for us is we’ve used the utility de¿nition for years for placing our recycling bins,” he said, adding those bins are a service resembling an ECO Depot. Also, it’s tough to list all possible uses for a zoned parcel, he noted. In a report released in June, CVRD staff pegged the cost of the failed project at $1.3 million, including the site cost, plus $600,000 for consultants, legal fees, meetings and a $50,000 referendum. Gollner ¿gures about $375,000 should be added for staff time. Now, with Gaul ruling the CVRD is on the hook for Quast’s legal fees in this case, Gollner thinks the total taxpayer bill could be close to $1.7 million. Gollner said CT members used a dance, yard sale and donations to raise about $25,000 to mount its case. Hutchins declined to comment about Gollner’s numbers. “Most of the ($1.3 million) will be recovered by the sale of the site,” he said of the property likely to hit the market this year. Nonetheless, it’ll be a bitter public pill, one lawyer said. “This is just one more surprising aspect of what appears to have been mismanagement of a project that is undoubtedly very expensive for CVRD taxpayers,” L. John Alexander of the ¿rm Cox Taylor tells Quast in a letter copied to the News Leader Pictorial. Quast’s suit was heard in Victoria court in September and October of 2011 as part of a concerted public effort to prevent the CVRD from proceeding with the recycling and waste transfer station at the site. The CVRD abandoned its plans for the ECO Depot after the public voted 65% against them in a November 2011 referendum.

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Canoe theft spoils romantic New Year’s paddle for capital couple A canoe found on the beach is not a case of ﬁnder’s keepers. Such is the belief of canoe owners Andy Sedmak and Susan Lobe whose 16-foot orange boat was stolen from Shawnigan Lake’s Mason’s Beach around 3:30 p.m. New Year’s Day. “They went for a nice, romantic paddle for three hours, came out to warm up and it disappeared

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“They sure knew how to ruin a nice New Year’s afternoon,” Maurice said. “This put a damper on it. “This canoe has more sentimental value than anything else.” Sedmak is offering a reward for details leading to the return of his old canoe, Maurice noted. Witnesses, or folks spotting an orange canoe, can call the Mounties at 250-743-5514.

Rylen hangs in there to beat the New Year’s rush First baby: 2013 New Year’s baby waits 11 days after due Peter W. Rusland

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ylen Cole Heyer hung on for 11 days to become Cowichan’s ¿rst baby of 2013. The nine-pound, eightounce lad was born to proud Duncan parents Natasha and Ken Heyer at 8:35 a.m. New Year’s Day at Cowichan District Hospital. Though several other moms delivered children Jan. 1 at CDH, Rylen was number one. “It’s pretty special,” Ken said of the New Year’s Baby honours. “We were actually hoping to have him home before Christmas so we could have Christmas with him, but Rylen had other ideas. “He’s a hefty fella who was supposed to be born Dec. 21.” Still, his ¿rst-born is “getting along just great.” So is Natasha — a staffer at Home Depot — who underwent a C-section after a decision by an obstetrician at around 7 a.m., he said. “Natasha’s still feeling pretty sore, but she’s a trooper and she’s up walking around.” The birth also left Walmart produce

worker Ken tired but happy, especially after dreaming up his son’s name one day while eating lunch. It may be early to envision another child, but Dad sounded game to give Rylen a brother or sister. “We’re gonna wait and see how Rylen works out, but we’re pretty sure we’ll have another one down the road,” he laughed. And the Heyers’ aim to stay in Cowichan. “We’ll be staying here for a long while; it’s a good place for a family.” Rylen could eventually meet other valley kids born just after he was delivered at CDH Jan. 1. Christina Bonneau gave birth to her nine-pound four-ounce son Danny Lee James Vosshans — Cowichan’s second child of 2013 — at 10:54 a.m. Danny’s dad is Devon Vosshans. Then, at 10:58 a.m., Lucy Diana Brewer weighed eight pounds, 14.5 ounces when born to parents Katelyn and Curtis, becoming the third local New Year’s Day baby. Meanwhile, Ken Heyer hoped Rylen follows grandfather David’s boot steps. “We hope he becomes a policeman, just like his grandfather.” He gave special high-¿ves to “the hard-working people at CDH, and the midwives at Matraea Centre.” His advice to other parents: “Love your kids long and hard, and hug them lots.”

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Cowichan teen enjoys a holiday visit with St. Mick Fleetwood Mac: Emerging young Cowichan musician gets to jam with rock legend Peter W. Rusland

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Mick Fleetwood of the supergroup Fleetwood Mac, invited Cowichan’s Connor Head, of the valley’s Royal Canadians band, to jam at his home in Hawaii.

ady luck keeps picking local guitarist Connor Head. The lead player of Cowichan’s Royal Canadians band got to jam with Mick Fleetwood, of the superband Fleetwood Mac, last week in Hawaii. The jam happened at Fleetwood’s Hawaiian home where a Maui-based band — including former Fleetwood Mac player Rick Vito — were set to rehearse. “I look a little stoned but I don’t even care because Mick Fleetwood just invited me to his va-

cation home to jam with Fleetwood Mac,” Head, 17, says on his Facebook page, above a snapshot with Fleetwood decked out as Santa Claus. There’s also a beach-type Facebook shot of Head with Fleetwood. Head got the invite after bumping into Fleetwood at the Maui Airport, then meeting Fleetwood again at Fleetwood’s Lahaina restaurant last Thursday. The Cowichan Secondary School Grade 12 student asked Fleetwood’s manager to pass a copy of The Royal Canadians’ debut CD Lonely Whale, to Fleetwood, and the two players chatted some more. Hearing about the session at Fleetwood’s place, Head suggested he’d be available if the band needed another guitarist, and gregarious Fleetwood extended the invitation to a shocked Cowichan teen. Of course, it doesn’t hurt having Fleetwood Mac’s tune Never Going Back Again as the alarm

song on Head’s smart phone. Meanwhile, Head is bemused at a suggestion his luck may not end there. Fleetwood Mac is booked to play Vancouver’s Rogers Arena May 19 during a big tour toasting the 35th anniversary of the band’s 40-million selling monster album Rumours. Opening-act duty for Fleetwood Mac would be a career catapult for The Royal Canadians. The local quartet, that formed about a year ago, played the summer’s SunFest 2012, after May’s opening for Chilliwack in the Cowichan Theatre. Head was amused about perhaps asking Fleetwood if his band could consider playing the Cowichan Theatre when they visit British Columbia in the spring. “I wish that could happen, but I don’t know if Fleetwood Mac will be able to make a pit stop on their international tour to Duncan for a night. Haha, but wouldn’t that be cool,” Head emailed us.

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aby steps are the Bruce family’s path to building a residential and commercial project on Government Street hill. Roger Bruce and planner Chris Hall recently addressed Duncan council about the as-yet unnamed project along Government between Herbert and Cairnsmore streets. The partially treed property has been owned by the Bruce family for decades since late patriarch, Preston, began Bruce’s Grocery there. The original Bruce’s building will remain, Roger Bruce said, and the family will continue leasing its newer Bruce’s building to 49th Parallel store. The remainder of the wedge-shape property will see a two-story building with 21 condos on top, plus 5,000odd square feet of commercial space — for businesses such as a coffee shop, medical of¿ces, and a hair dressing salon — on the ground level. Architectural and landscaping designs are pending as Bruce and Hall pursue a city development permit. The idea is to work with city hall and satisfy all regulations. “We’re doing it step by step. No one’s in any hurry to put up any buildings,” Bruce said of the development process reaching back 10 years when brother, Garry, stoked the project to ¿t the area’s residential character. The project has proper commercial zoning. “We’re just working with the city

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ecent earthquakes off B.C.’s coast prompted some questions from valley residents while North Cowichan’s mayor was basically happy with Victoria’s response time. Still, Jon Lefebure advised folks to inform themselves about emergencycentre sites while building a fast-grab quake kit if the big one hits. “I heard someone from the province talking about improving their (tsunami) response time, so I’m con¿dent the provincial government is looking at it,” he said of near-instant social media news of a 6.3-magnitude shaker off B.C. on Nov. 12. That quick blat through twitter and emails was relayed across B.C. after word from the U.S. West Coast and Alaska Tsunami Warning Centre. Reaction was a vast improvement on a one-hour delay in telling B.C. residents of a 7.7-level trembler off Haida Gwaii Oct. 27. Lefebure said Cowichan is relatively protected on the island’s east side, and we’d learn quickly if a tsunami struck the west coast. But that’s cold comfort to Duncan’s Linda Hodding. She was terri¿ed after scrambling

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Then-B.C. Public Safety Minister Shirley Bond and Speaker Bill Barisoff take part in an earthquake drill at the B.C. legislature in late 2011. for news about her daughter’s home that shook during Haida Gwaii’s October quake. “If she hadn’t called, I’d never have known about it. I felt disconnected from what was going on. I was afraid my family would be wiped out, and no one would know about it; I felt helpless.” Hodding simply wants all dependable quake and tsunami alerts possible — through the net and other sources— including sirens. “Sirens give us a chance, anyway.” But Lefebure wasn’t sure sirens would do much good. “If there’s a large quake,we’ll know because the ground’s shaking. “We do have sirens in Duncan

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Zoning question dismissal disaster for the taxpayer ECO Depot: Think what could have been prevented

here is a temptation in the wake of this week’s court decision about the South Cowichan ECO Depot to wince, to sigh, to say “do we really have to talk about this again?” Don’t give in to that temptation. Despite the fact the ECO Depot dispute effectively ended more than a year ago in a lopsided referendum, despite the fact its discussion is about as welcome as a recycled argument with a spouse you left behind 10 years ago, one glaring truth needs to be spoken: the CVRD was clearly, indisputably wrong. And it cost the taxpayer at least $1.3 million and counting. One can understand how, after years Court deciof failed attempts to secure a site for a much-needed south-end transfer station, sion means the regional district pounced on the 3224 CVRD failed Cameron-Taggart Road location when it became available. Its dogged determination to push its plan through seemed ill-advised in the wake of vehement opposition. However, until now, that debate could simply be chalked up to politics — two opposing points of view battling to determine a community’s course. But Monday’s ruling by Justice Gaul is not about politics. It is about good management. Site opponent Richard Hughes brought the question of zoning to the public’s attention within three months of the CVRD’s plans being announced. The regional district quickly and immediately dismissed those concerns out of hand. Imagine where we would be sitting today had a referendum not been held. Imagine the illegal, partially built white elephant left to decay at the Cameron-Taggart/Shawnigan Lake Road corner. Imagine how many millions the taxpayer would be out then. For local government, risk management is job one. In this case, it failed. The decision to push the ECO Depot despite the unresolved zoning question was a mistake that went beyond the “poor communication” cited in the CVRD’s June mea culpa. This court decision proves that.

We say:

The good and the bad of this week in Cowichan This we don’t

This we like Cowichan is fortunate to be blessed with not one, but two versions of one of humanity’s most frigid traditions — the Polar Bear swim. And if you were one of the dozens of revellers bringing in the New Year in the cold brine of Cowichan Bay or Maple Bay Tuesday, a tip of the hat to you. (Not to mention a warm blanket, a hot ﬁre and the phone number of of our favourite consellor.)

Fur-draped Alison Wilcock changes after the annual Maple Bay Innkeeper’s New Year’s Day Polar Bear Swim

Reporting: the relentless and rewarding reality Maeve Maguire

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“In my ¿rst year there, I learned how to write, which I barely knew when I began. The editors and copy editors brought me along.” — Nora Ephron

ever begin a story with a quote. That was one of the pearls of wisdom Ephron’s editors imparted on her when she was employed as a reporter at the New York Post. It is also the ¿rst piece of advice News Leader Pictorial editor John McKinley gave me when I wrote my ¿rst story as a reporter for this paper— and began it with a quote. Six months on, my maternity-leave contract is up. I have mixed feelings about leaving this job. Never before have I tried to quit a job as often, yet never before has my work been so compelling. Newspaper stories are endless, which is obvious until you’re the one assigned to write them. They

never stop coming down the wire. In my other communications work, I take on two or three projects at a time and the deadlines are weeks away. At the paper, the assignments are relentless and the deadlines are immediate. It’s a little like parenting a newborn. The unyielding demand and my lack of experience tempted me to quit about ¿ve times in the ¿rst three months. I came close once but was talked out of it by my husband who told me I had to stick it out, that I’d regret giving up. And like motherhood, just when I was ready to run away to Port Alice and get a job as a waitress under the name of Mabel, something wonderful would happen to remind me why I was attracted to the gig in the ¿rst place. A reader would write a favourable comment about a story, or the person I interviewed would email me to say they were pleased with the result. My role — and the overwhelming effort I was putting into it — was validated. It wasn’t all sunshine and glory. I’m sure I’ve made as many enemies as I have friends. I owe

We’re not picking on the couple rescued from Maple Mountain just prior to Christmas, but we would like to use them to illustrate a point. Far too many of us spend so much time safely enjoying the splendours of our local wilderness, we tend to forget that it is, in fact, wild. It can get cold, it can get dark and it can get remote. Take some time to consider your jaunt and be prepared.

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the paper’s photographer Andrew Leong a six-pack of beer: one for every photo session I told him about at the last minute. I said to McKinley a few weeks in that I didn’t want to upset anyone because of something I wrote. He told me I probably already had. After that revelation, I stopped caring about what people thought and did what McKinley told me to do: write the best story I can and worry about the rest later. Looking back now on the past six months of work, and thanks to cognitive dissonance — the uncomfortable feeling we have when we have two conÀicting beliefs — I only remember the rewarding moments. Like meeting Douglas Haynes and Ward Stevens, the two Burma Star recipients from whom I heard my ¿rst ¿rst-hand accounts of war. Or interviewing Keith Middleton, one of the stars of the Broadway musical STOMP, who was kind enough not to take offence when I asked him if where he lived in Brooklyn was considered the ‘hood, and shared his personal history and Rice Krispy square with me anyway. And

Sandra George, the First Nations woman who is living with the disease scleroderma, whose story reminded me that human strength isn’t corporeal. George is one of more than 100 people I interviewed who were so passionate about their life story, cause, program, organization, or community they wanted to shout about it in our local rag. What a privilege it has been for me to hear their personal stories, both heroic and heartbreaking, and to share them with the rest of you. And because of the high volume of writing in a short time frame, and with patient guidance from my editor, in my six months here, I learned how to write.

Maeve Maguire is a technical writer who lives and works in Maple Bay, She will continue to write her monthly columns in this space. Visit her blog cowichandale.com, or email her at maeve@describewriting. com.

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YOUR TURN

What’s your wish for 2013? “Peace and harmony around the planet. Give peace a chance.”

Tom Provençal, Duncan

“That each person gets closer to the centre of the light in their hearts.”

Lilian Bianchi, North Cowichan

What do you think? Log on to www.cowichannewsleader.com and answer our Question of the Week. Results will be published in our next edition.

On worms, cheese and why it’s OK to make resolutions

Pole is beautiful, but could it not have been carved by a local?

Dear editor Carver and Kwagulth Chief Calvin Hunt is to be commended for the beautiful pole erected in Duncan last month. However, could not the new centennial pole have been carved by Cowichan or other central coast Salish artists? Ian Sumpter

In my opinion: To accomplish your goals, start early and as many times as you need

Mill Bay

Common sense, not crosswalks the answer to the Duncan strip

Dear editor Regarding suggestions that more pedestrian crosswalks should be installed along the Trans-Canada Highway through Duncan, I think installing a little more common sense in people would go a lot further. I have watched as people jay-walk the TCH and, in most cases after crossing, simply walk to the next corner anyway. People need to be more responsible for their actions. There is no stretch so far from an already existing safe crossing area that it is more than a few minutes inconvenience. The expense and traf¿c congestion that would result from more stoplights (or an overpass that wouldn’t get used anyway) are not reasonable. Terry Groves

am a night owl still trying to be an early bird. Lately, though, I haven’t been trying hard at all. During the Christmas holidays I allowed myself to stay up late and sleep in more. Because I was sleeping in more I was exercising less, and because I was exercising less I started eating crap again. A couple weeks of that and I’m now geared up for a self-imposed intervention. Feeling crummy is not unfamiliar territory to me. I’ve written a few times about my long struggling battle of the bulge and how directly related the Andrew Leong food I eat affects the way I feel. What may be Erin Generous, executive director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cowichan Valley, recieved a cheque for $6,208 from unfamiliar is the potentially speedier recovery from Duncan Tim Horton’s manager Steve Carlson last month — proceeds from the sales of Smile Cookies. my fall off the proverbial wagon. Duncan “You’re skinny,” my friend said when she between a joke and a lie. learned of my junk food relapse. “You should alLegal Stoney Hill access for hikers low yourself the occasional treat.” AAP process falls somewhere The fact the alternative approval process is legal is unfortunate. That this council makes First of all, I’ve only ever been skinny once. That is needed between a joke and a lie use of it is even more so. was 15 years ago and it only lasted about four Dear editor Dear editor Tom Masters days. But thank you. Re: your Dec. 14 Our take: Keep Stoney Hill The recent dispute about a new road for the Chemainus Secondly, an occasional cupcake will do to rural, but let the road go through. Stoney Hill area derives at least in part from me what an occasional hit of heroin will do to a The editorial states: “... At the moment, the use of the alternative approval process to avoid druggie. I’d really rather not spend the year ahead park borders are accessible only to boaters, or going to referendum to obtain approval for bor- Cowichan taxpayers deserve access people trekking on foot through the municipal jonesing for junk food like so many years past. rowing the necessary $2 million. to their property So how do I jump back on the wagon and reverse forest reserve...” Those who ‘fail to respond’ as required by Dear editor my last two weeks of destruction? This is not true. The park is accessible to the arcane and awkward AAP include all those I hiked Stoney Hill after a friend recomBy waking up early for starters. boaters only. There is no public access for who do not feel they are directly affected by it; “The early bird gets the worm,” my dad used to do not fully understand the issues at stake; have mended the views of the narrows, and the view hikers. Hikers would need to cross private land from the top is fantastic. Of course you have to say when I was a sleepy-head teen. Fine with me, ¿ rst to get to the municipal forest and then to dif¿culty understanding or complying with park on the main road by the green gate. The I’d think to myself, it can have the worm. the park. When I was asking for permission the inconvenient process; have only recently day I went both parking spots were full but I Eventually, I took him less literally and gave his this was denied by the farmer (Bird’s Eye Cove become aware of it and have not had time or found another spot a mile down the road. Then early morning strategy a try. Farm) owning the private land I would have to opportunity to ¿le their objection; are indifferyou can admire an impressive collection of Initially, I disliked exercising before the sun was cross. You will also ¿nd a lot of ‘No Trespassent to local politics and don’t feel their opinion ‘No Trespassing’ signs as you make your way up, but after awhile I found that if I didn’t get it ing’ signs around the trail head. Additionally matters anyway; or who have simply given up to the top, climb around a tank-trap someone over with right away, I wouldn’t do it at all. I double checked with the municipality North on local public processes and refuse to have dug across the trail and ponder what exactly I also discovered that once I went to the trouble Cowichan whether there is any public access anything to do with them. It also includes all the rules are concerning shooting trespassers in of working up a sweat at the start of my day, I’d be for hikers. They con¿ rmed there is access for those who have not heard about the issue and B.C. It’s a lovely spot, but the public is clearly more likely to eat healthy and get to bed at a decent boaters only and not for hikers. know nothing at all about it. That all these unwelcome. hour later on. My plan now is to return to that great For that reason, public access is needed. are deemed to be in support falls somewhere Now I ¿nd out not only is there public parkhabit for at least two weeks to put myself back I don’t mind if that is a road or just a trail, lland up there, but the district is going to put where I was and feeling good again. as long as it allows for legal access without iin a proper access road. Great! It is a pristine, If it sounds like I’m embarking on a New Year’s trespassing. bbeautiful spot and it’s about time those of us resolution, that’s OK I am. Mirko Freund w who can’t afford full-page ads get to enjoy it, I’ve always liked the fresh start of a new year, Sooke iinstead of parkland being treated as a private “Was 2012 your best year ever?” a new month or a new week to make goals for ddomain by a few property owners. The petition You answered: (97 votes) myself. And I’m experienced enough at failing tto stop the road failed completely. Get off your More letters online miserably that I won’t abandon my resolutions for 87 per cent NO bbutts North Cowichan and build that road for long periods of time anymore. Also, read fresh stories every day and share t the other 95% of us. I now cut myself some slack and keep trying To vote on the next Question of the Week, log onto the your thoughts immediately through the comJonathan J Purchase until I ¿nally ¿nd some success with whatever it is web poll at www.cowichannewsleader.com ments function. North N Cowichan I’m attempting to achieve. at cowichannewsleader.com Of course, rising with the sun isn’t the only solution. It’s doing what works for us as individuals and our willingness to persist that makes the difference. My dad was right about the early bird getting the worm, but there’s another equally correct saying about how it’s the second mouse that gets the Here are some tips: Keep it short — 300 words or less; Keep it local — letters raised in We want to hear your opinion on just about any matter of local interest. cheese. Personally, if I had to choose between a response to issues raised in our pages get top priority; Keep it clean — attack the issue, Here’s how to send it to us: not the individual. • Email your thoughts to editor@cowichannewsleader.com worm or cheese, I’d eat the latter. You must include your full name, home community and a phone number where we can • Mail your letter to Unit 2, 5380 Trans-Canada Highway, Duncan B.C., V9L 6W4 But I’d better compare their calorie counts before reach you during ofﬁce hours. Addresses and phone numbers will not be published. • Fax it to us at 250-746-8529 deciding for sure.

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1964: blood

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George Cobbold, Cowichan Branch Red Cross blood donor drive chairman, said the goal of an upcoming clinic was 450 pints, about the same amount of blood as was used annually at King’s Daughters’ Hospital.

Friday, January 4, 2013

1964: roadwork

1964: elections

A proposed North Cowichan road program for the following year including ditches and drainage would cost an estimated $220,730. The previous year’s program outlay was $195,000.

by Ann Andersen

In Lake Cowichan elections, Archibald Greenwell and Robert Turner were opposed by Laurence Bailey and Howard Gibson. In North Cowichan, George Whittaker, Dennis Hogan and Gerald Smith stood against Bill Dyvewaardt and Louis Shelling.

Much council debate gives birth to arena Dateline 1964: Fuller Lake choice not unanimous Ann Andersen

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t’s always been a bit of a mystery to me why an ice arena was built near Chemainus a decade before Duncanites could skate indoors locally. What we do know is that the Fuller Lake arena was North Cowichan’s Centennial project, and that its Trans-Canada site was not the unanimous choice of council in December 1964. But are we really expected to believe Reeve Don Morton’s argument? Duncan downtown didn’t even have enough room for parking, so how would they have room for the 20 acres needed for an arena, he said, adding that he did expect future recreational expansion in the Duncan area. There was more argument over whether the arena should be in Chemainus or at Fuller Lake. Councillor George Whittaker fell into the Chemainus site ranks. It should be close to population so children could walk or cycle; there’d be reduced cost of services; better police protection; it would be close to the ball park, the police station, schools and inter-school activities; and would give cohesion to the community and discourage vandalism, he said. I’m sure North Cowichan has considered all these points (and more) as councillors select a site for a skateboard park.

Pictures of the Past

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The 4-Ways Bruins peewee house hockey team of 1969-70 at Fuller Lake Arena, back row from left, included: Trevor Halliday, Don Bodger, Eldon Halldorson, Tim Hollett, John Kerr, Terry Akiyama, Wes Swain, Jeff Hagg. Front: Casey Wickham, Derrick Eastman, John Lemmons, Ted Negrin, Van Porter, Terry Flatt, Ricky Greenhorn, Greg Hollett, Greg Powers. Coaches, from left, were: Gordie Kerr and Carl Wright. —We want your historical photos of Cowichan people and places. Email a high resolution jpeg along with your phone number and a brief explanation to editor@cowichannewsleader.com. Or drop by during regular ofﬁce hours and we’ll scan it in. More heritage photos are available for viewing online at www. cowichanvalleymuseum.bc.ca.

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The Maple Bay Peninsula: A Test of Democracy ATTENTION: North Cowichan Voters ATTENTION

The Maple Bay Peninsula Will Open to the Public for the First Time Ever! The mostly public-owned forest has been hidden behind a farm gate. The gate is about to open and will stay open. The public will have access to Sansum Point Park and the massive rare coastal wilderness. There Will be a Safe Public Road. About this there is No Debate. The issue is the size of the road that will impact future of the point. Will it be a small scenic park road, or a much wider road intended for hydro that will allow largescale development? Equally contentious is who will decide the fate of the Peninsula: The public, or the North Cowichan Government and a small group of residents, including developers, all of whom

Welcome to the Peninsula: with almost no public consultation, before it has opened to the valley, its’ fate is decided. There are no ecological or anthropological assessments, no Of¿cial Community Plan, more questions than answers. The land is of national park quality, yet there has been no attempt to ascertain its’ signi¿cance or potential. The Little Valley That Roared:

information and the right to vote on the fate of the Peninsula, is too many voters to ignore. Therefore, until Jan 14th, the vote is being given to the people by the people. This is a protest: In a peaceful demonstration, the vote will continue. Over 60 local businesses have decided to serve as pick-up/dropoff stations for public electoral forms. Only eligible North Cowichan voters, who have not already voted, may sign forms. Do not drop forms off at the Municipal Hall. Our Deadline: Jan 14th, prior to Council Meeting Jan 16th, 3 pm. The Peninsula is on the agenda. Please attend. Public presence means pressure.

Note: • The North Cowichan Government’s “Postponement” does not mean the vote has been extended. • The government says the deadline to vote is over. The public has just begun to vote. January 14th is our deadline. • No matter what, there will be a safe road. The question is its size and intent. This decision should belong to the voters of North Cowichan.

will pro¿t from the “highway?” The “Larger” Issue: Democracy. Why is our Local Government Denying the Public the Vote? The Municipal Government is trying to quickly push through the big road with no public engagement and collaboration. The public was informed by a 2” x 3” Municipal announcement in the back of the papers and given a month to vote. 919 votes were rushed in. 2,150 were required. The vote could have been extended. It wasn’t. The Government is going ahead with taking land out of the forest reserve for the 15 m wide corridor “highway,” as planned, where an 8 m wide road might serve as safe public access.

Before Christmas, the public lodged the biggest protest in the shortest amount of time in our history: 916 electoral forms, almost all the last 3 days before deadline. No civic election could hope for such numbers. The event is historic in the province. The message: The public needed more time to vote.

*In no way are the following businesses advocating or expressing any opinion about how the Peninsula should be developed. Please show your support and drop off your completed Elector Response forms by January 14th to any of these following businesses. Forms are available only at these participating businesses. Please do not drop off forms at the Municipal Hall.

DUNCAN Dodd’s Lumber 7281 Trans Canada Hwy Coastal Paci¿c Forest Products 9366 Smiley Rd. Canadian Bavarian Millwork 9370 Smiley Rd and Lumber A.A.E.Structural/Alex Aposotoli 3791 Calvin Rd. David Coulson Design Ltd 5372 Miller Rd. Seasonal Cedar Custom Milling 3500 River Rd. J.S. Plumbing & Heating 5628 Boal Rd Marrs Roo¿ng (on site form delivery) Insolex Home Services (on site form delivery) Little Lake Wood Framing (on site form delivery) Adam’s Tarp and Tool 170 Trans Canada Ave Dobson’s Paints 191 Kenneth St. Dobson’s Glass 186 Ingram St Duncan Auto 5829 Duncan St. Duncan Industrial 2743 James St. Lake Shore Auto, Cowichan Lake Highway Rentals and Sales 2935 Sprott Rd Cowichan Rentals 3050 Allenby Rd. Volume One Books 149 Kenneth St Gallowglass Books 225 Canada Ave The Community Farm Store 101-330 Duncan St Crazy 8’s Beverly Corners Beverly Corners Liquor Store 2763 Beverly St Solitaire Press 5803 Trans Canada Hwy Lila Music Centre 3228 Gibbins Rd

Red Balloon Toyshop 158 Craig St Coffee on the Moon 501 Canada Ave Coffee on the Moon The Aquatic Centre The SunÀower Café 1-149 Canada Ave Java World 5811 York Tin Cup Espresso Bar 277 Canada Ave Island Bagel 48 Station St Craig Street Brew Pub 25 Craig St Just Jake’s Restaurant 45 Craig St The Brigantine Pub, Maple Bay The Brigantine Liquor Store, Maple Bay The Shipyard Restaurant and Pub, Bird’s Eye Cove Nha Trang Maki Sushi 62 Kenneth St The Old Firehouse Wine Bar 40 Ingram St City Square Grill 281 Canada Ave Oak and Carriage, 3287 Cowichan Rd Dog House Restaurant 271 Trans Canada Hwy Genoa Bay Café (in support, closed till Feb 13th)

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...every person who voted in December told two friends about the Peninsula, and they both told two friends and so on and so on… and the people of the valley continued to sign We have been here before, prior to the clear-cut of Mt. Tzouelectoral forms to demand the halem for a golf course. There wasn’t enough water. Many The Position of the 916 and Counting: right to vote and the votes were people said so. The Municipality quickly pushed through The public has just begun to vote. We’re half way there. 10% of the electorate, 2150 people voting for more time, the project anyway. to count? The Mayor and Majority on Council’s Position: A 2” x 3” notice and a month to vote is enough. The vote is over. The government will “postpone” taking land out of the forest reserve for the road a few weeks to explain to the public and Tribes why the “highway” will go through. In this way the public’s fears will be allayed. But the public will not be allowed to vote on the size of the road.

These local businesses are in support of public engagement and the right to reasonable time and information to vote about the land being taken out of the forest reserve for a new road on the Maple Bay Peninsula.

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Jazz angel delivers musical gift Review: Melody Review: Diachun shows why she deserves a Juno Peter W. Rusland

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hile many Cowichanians digested turkey or packed away decorations, jazz angel Melody Diachun presented her musical gift to Cowichan. She and string-sideman Doug Stephenson played some 20 tunes in various jazz styles Dec. 28 at the Duncan Garage Showroom they’d heard so much about. Their hypnotic act earned a standing ovation. The Nelson-based couple

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Friday The Revival: Alt-country band, 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 330 Duncan St, $15 advance $18 door Beverley McKeen Trio at the Shipyard Pub: Dance and show tunes at the Maple Bay Marina,

8 p.m.

Saturday Berlioz’s Les Troyens: Cowichan Theatre 9 a.m., Tickets: adult: $26, senior: $24, student: $22,, child: $15.50, eyeGO: $5 Ali Neuman: Singer/songwriter, 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 330 Duncan St, $10 advance $12 door

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Sunday Daniel Moir: Singer/songwriter, 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 330 Duncan St, $12 advance $15 door 2013 Wedding Expo: Travelodge Hotel and Conference Centre Duncan 10:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Admission by donation and open to everyone.

Monday Cowichan Valley Arthritis Support Group Meeting: At St. John’s Anglican Church hall, 486 Jubilee St, Duncan, 1-3 p.m. studentworks Art Opening: At Portals next to the Cowichan Library. Twelve young artists showcase their work 3:30 and 6 p.m. Show runs until Jan. 26.

Tuesday Cowichan Valley Camera Club: meets the second Tuesday

and fourth Thursday monthly, 7 p.m. Clements Centre, Duncan. New members welcome

Wednesday Rachael Cardiello and the Warm Electric Winter: Singer/ songwriter, 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 330 Duncan St, $12 advance $15 door

Thursday Live Music in the Cowichan Library: Beverley McKeen at 1:30 p.m.

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Best of the season

PICTORIAL

by Andrew Leong and Peter W. Rusland

News Leader Pictorial shooters Andrew Leong (with Santa) and Peter W. Rusland bring Cowichan’s festive season into focus including (clockwise from top right): Kassidy Ralfs dances the Sword Dance during Kathy White’s Island Highland Dance Academy presentation of A Scottish Night Before Christmas Dec. 14; Isabella Lyons plays Clara in the Royal City Youth Ballet Company Society presentation of The Nutcracker Dec. 22 at the Cowichan Theatre; an army of

volunteers help assemble meals in the kitchen of Bistro 161 on Boxing Day for about 150 to 200 needy locals; DuncanNorth Cowichan RCMP Sgt. Chris Bear, Const. Kelly Rydholm and Cpl. Jon Stuart sing Christmas tunes to residents at Wedgwood House, one of several stops, on Dec. 20; Vikings Allen Kirschke and Liam Quayle dash out of the water after more than 50 brave souls dip into the chilly water at Cowichan Bay’s Hecate Park during the 11th Annual New Years Day Polar Bear Swim hosted by Cowichan Bay Volunteer Fire Rescue; Princess Sheron Chrysler and friends emerge from Maple Bay’s frigid drink during its New Year’s Day swim.

Happy Holidays

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DEATHS WALKER, Beryl Mary July 03 1928 â€“ Dec 27 2012

It is with great sadness that we announce that Beryl Mary Walker (nee Dawson) passed away at Cowichan District Hospital in Duncan. She died peacefully in her sleep, surrounded by her loving children Gillian, James, Joanne, and Sara. Beryl was born on July 3, 1928 in ShefďŹ eld, England to Mary and James Dawson. Her father was a piano tuner by trade and music led her to the theatre in her early years. She married the love of her life, Frank Edward Walker in 1950 and they went on to have ďŹ ve lovely children together. In 1963 they moved to the wilds of Honeymoon Bay, where Frank worked as a millwright at the WFI sawmill. Beryl saw Frank off to work and the kids off to school for many happy years, though she never could get used to all those tall trees and the deep snows of winter. Beryl enjoyed walking and reading and always looked forward to their many family camping trips. Beryl particularly enjoyed the family time at Denman Island where they owned a beautiful piece of waterfront property for many years. Berylâ€™s life changed when Frank passed away in 2005, but she was always surrounded by loving family and friends and enjoyed a family trip to Hawaii and many camping holidays up island. Beryl was a loving and generous wife, mother, nana and GG and will be missed greatly by all her family and friends. Pre-deceased by her son John Francis (1980) and her sisters Pat, Dora and brother Derek. She will be greatly missed by her daughters Gillian (Les) Thibedeau and children Adrian (Bell), Jordan (Bell), Nolan and Dawson; Joanne (Burke) Rosen and children Elijah and Conor; Sara (John) Middleton and their children Adam (Belinda and great grandson Matthew) and Jonathan; and son James (Nicole) and their children Brittany, Emily and Dawson. She will also be greatly missed by her sisters Peggy and Barbara and by many other family and friends. The family wishes to thank the staff at Cowichan District Hospital and Dr. Kerswell for the excellent care and support given to her during this difďŹ cult time, and all her friends in Honeymoon Bay, especially Sally Kotoff and Maureen Fleming, for their support and friendship over the years. In lieu of ďŹ‚owers, please make donations to the Canadian Mental Health Association Warmland House, 371 Festubert Street, Duncan, BC, V9L 3T1. SANDS of DUNCAN 250-746-5212

HOP WO, Roy 1921-2012 Roy passed away December 19, 2012 in Cowichan District Hospital. Predeceased by wife Mary in 1987 and survived by partner Ruth Hoy, his children Lawrence (Wendy), Dorothy (Jesse), Diana (Brian), Arlene, Wallace (Wanda), Lorraine (Don), Leroy (Donna) numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews, siblings Penny, Joan, Poppy, Henrietta, Muriel, Oswald and Edward. A pioneer of Chemainus, Roy was born in Cowichan Station B.C., eldest of nine children and raised on a potato farm in Koksilah B.C. He married Mary in 1939 and moved to Chemainus in 1946. He was employed by MacMillan & Bloedel in the Outside Boom Division as a boom man, boat man, lead hand retiring after 40 years in 1981. Moving to Scotchtown (Chemainus) in 1950, with the help of son Larry and neighbor Eldon Odell, Roy built the family home. Roy enjoyed the outdoors, hunting in local areas with his sons, past residents Ning and Ed Chang, Hugo Hagg, and Alfred Schiller; ďŹ shing in his red and blue boat with Mary and camping with their family. Being an avid gardener Roy also discovered that growing grapes and the art of wine making was a hobby that proved to be very rewarding. Special thanks to Dr. Gee, Cowichan Hospital Palliative Care staff, Penny Claire, Susan McBride, Allison Smith. No service by request. Celebration of Life held at a later date. In lieu of ďŹ‚owers please donate to Cowichan Dist. Hospital Foundation, 250-701-0399. SANDS of DUNCAN 250-746-5212 WALTON, Nora Florence Born April 28th, 1920 In 1945 Mom arrived in Haney BC as a young widow with 3 small boys from a small town in AB. In 1947 she and Ron Walton married, they had 3 children, and together they raised 6 children through some very tough times. With the help of her father they opened/operated the Alouette Inn ( Black Sheep Pub) in Maple Ridge from 1946-51. In 1961 they moved to Duncan where mom worked at various restaurants including the Silver Bridge and Quamichan Inn. 1970 brought a move to James Bay that would last 43 years. Mom worked at the Empress Hotel until dadâ€™s retirement in 1982. That began a wonderful time of travel for them, for many years. They traveled to Hawaii for 30 some years each winter. The little motor home that mom drove, (and dad kept shiny) brought many happy times with family and friends all over our island as well as many places in the US. Also there were a multitude of cruises that were very much enjoyed as well. Nora (mom) slipped away peacefully in the early morning hours of Dec 24th, 2012, at her sonâ€™s home in Duncan, with her husband of 65 years by her side. A life well lived, to the fullest for 92 Â˝ years. Nora was predeceased by grandson Timmy, sister Betty, daughter Lynda, son Marvin. She is survived by Husband Ron, sons- Gary (Pat) Walton, Wayne (Jeanette) Schultz, Terry (Marty) Walton, Ron (Deb) Walton, Daughter-in-law Rose Schultz , son-in-law Dave Whiteway. Grandchildren- Gloria (Henry), Shelley, Lana, Tina, Keri (Tim), Berky (Shelley), Ashely. Great Grandchildren â€“ Carly (Chris), Tana, Jade, Chase. Great great Grandson â€“ Alex. Cremation, Private family memorial. No ďŹ‚owers Please, donation to Charity of choice. Online condolences may be offered at www.hwwallacecbc.com

H.W. Wallace 251 Jubilee St. 250-701-0001

LOFSTROM, Lenard Leo November 22, 1958 - December 6, 2012

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lenard Lofstrom. Predeceased by his father George Lofstrom (May 11, 1983) and his brother Karl (July 24, 1984). Survived by his mother Marion Vickberg; his loving sons Frazer and Landon; brothers Cedric, Gary and Earl and their families. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, January 19th, 1:00 P.M. at Cedar Hall, 2388 Cedar Rd., Nanaimo.

MOORE, Roy William

passed away peacefully on December 24, 2012. Born September 27, 1949 in Victoria, BC. Lovingly remembered by his son Cory; sister Jeanette Lowe; and his girlfriend Kim Ronnegon. Roy spent his adolescent years touring the world working a myriad of jobs. Roy had a 33 year career with the BC liquor Control board retiring in 2009. He enjoyed playing slow pitch in the Cowichan Valley, ďŹ shing anywhere, and being with friends down at the rock. A celebration of Royâ€™s life will take place at the Kerry Park Arena 1035 Shawnigan Mill Bay Road, Mill Bay BC on Saturday January 12, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. Online condolences may be offered at www.hwwallacecbc.com

H.W. Wallace 251 Jubilee St. 250-701-0001 ELLIOTT, Allen Llewellyn Feb. 6, 1922 â€“ Dec. 9, 2012 Al Elliott passed away peacefully at Cairnsmore Place in Duncan, BC with family members at his side. He will be dearly missed and remembered by his loving wife of 68 years, Dagmar â€œWoodyâ€?; by his children Terry (Norma), Jo Ann (Larry), and Jim; by his grandchildren Derek, Deanna, Chris and Jeannie; and great-grandchild Kaz. Al was born in Bunclody, Manitoba to William and Jeannie Elliott, the youngest of ďŹ ve children. He met Woody while serving in the Canadian Army at Camp Shilo, Manitoba in 1943. After the war he had a long career with the H. J. Heinz Co.; followed by a second career with Sun-Rype Products. Al was committed to youth and believed strongly in the power of sports, especially baseball, to bring nations together. He started working with the Babe Ruth League youth baseball program in 1957 in Victoria before being elected as BC Provincial Commissioner in 1962. In 1964, he was honored to be the ďŹ rst Canadian to be elected to the International Board of Directors of Babe Ruth League, Inc. and continued to serve on the board for 38 years before retiring in 2002. In January 2007 he was inducted into the Babe Ruth League Hall of Fame. In addition, Al served as President of Baseball BC for 19 years; served as a Vice President of Baseball Canada for 11 years; and served for 5 years on the Executive Committee of Sport BC. Many thanks to the wonderful staff at Cairnsmore Place who provided Al with a safe, comfortable home during his ďŹ nal months. Thanks also to Dr. Ann Thompson for her kind care of our father. For anyone wishing to do so, donations may be made to the Cowichan District Hospital Foundation, designated for Cairnsmore Place. Condolences may be shared online at www.sandsduncan.ca SANDS of DUNCAN 250-746-5212

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Friday, January 4, 2013

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EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

HELP WANTED

FUEL/FIREWOOD

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FARM, Fishing, Hunting, Property Manager: Year round. To manage and maintain a 685 acre working farm with pheasants, cattle, dogs, hay and tourism accomodations. Semi retired welcome. Hands on management. mk@skeenameadows.com

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

HELP WANTED AN ALBERTA Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilﬁeld road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

FOODSAFE AT Island Savings Centre, Jan. 26th & Feb. 23rd courses 8:30-4:30 $65. 250746-4154 www.saferfood.ca

PIONEER HOUSE now hiring PT Line cook. Apply with resume to Mark or Matt, 4675 TC Hwy, Duncan, B.C. or by email: pioneerhouse@shaw.ca

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FUNERAL HOMES

H.W. Wallace Cremation & Burial Centre Inc

& Afforable cremation and burial options including natural services & Bronze & granite headstones & Pre-arrangements

TELEPHONE SALES persons required immediately for a local charity event in Duncan. Temporary P/T evenings, 5-9, for 3-4 weeks. Must be outgoing & hardworking. $11/hr + incentives. Please call 250-7151824 & leave name & phone number.

WORK WANTED

250-701-0001

251 Jubilee St. Email: hwwallace@telus.net www.hwwallacecbc.com Locally Owned & Operated COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

PERSONALS

Creating Change • Bereavement • Self-Discovery • Anxiety/Panic Attacks • Fears & Phobia Over 20 Years Assisting People in the Valley

Techniques Include: Hypnosis E.F.T. T.A.T. WHEE

BARBARA ADELBORG C.M.H., H.T. Certiﬁed Hypnotherapist 106-225 Canada Ave., Duncan

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INFORMATION

Front Office Receptionist: 17.5 hours/week. General Responsibilites: to perform clerical and reception duties. Duties: Managing 5 line phone system. Receive & direct visitors. Operate office equipment. Process correspondence. Financial tasks. Qualifications: Must be familiar with Word 2007. Familiar with office equipment. Strong computer skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to multitask. Deadline for application: Wed, Jan 9, 2013. No later than 4:00 p.m. Submit resume, current references and cover letter to: Hiiye’yu Lelum Society, Box 1015, Duncan, BC. V9L 3Y2, or drop off at: Hiiye’yu Lelum, #1065462 Trans Canada Highway, (Sun Valley Mall), or fax to (250)748-2238

HUSBAND FOR HIRE. Nothing but the best. Carpenter, plumber, painter, electrician, pressure washing. Just ask my wife! Call 250-746-4493 or 250-709-1111

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EDUCATION/TUTORING

INFORMATION

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MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

Nursing Unit Clerk – 6 months - Work in the heart of the hospital

53’ CONTAINER for a Semi trailer, $4800. 20’ Coleman Travel Trailer, never used, $15,000. Propane furnace, $800. Brand new Lawn mower, $1000. Call (250)735-3258.

Pharmacy Technician – 8 months - The ﬁrst CCAPP accredited program in BC

C.V. SPORTSMAN’S Firearms & Collectibles Show, Jan 6, 2013. Militaria. Eagles Hall, 2965 Jacobs Rd, Duncan. 8:30-1. Geoff 250-746-7812. GREAT GIFT IDEA! ChillSpot is The COOLEST Dog Bed-A new and innovative, thermodynamically cooled dog bed, that enhances the cool tile surfaces our pets rely on during the warm weather months. Use promo code COOLGIFT For 10% off! www.chillspot.biz

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WANTED, cook book called “Clueless in the Kitchen”. It doesn’t need to be in perfect condition. Please call Joanne days 250-746-4471, eves 250748-0928, joanddon@shaw.ca

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DUNCAN, 2 bed, 2 bath adult Condo, #3-370 Cairnsmore St. Level entry, patio, small pet ok. Newly reno’d. $146,000. (250)597-8070

DIAMOND MIND TUTOR. Math, Chemistry, Biology, Mandarin, Tai Chi, Yoga. 250732-8683 lljhs@hotmail.com

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED TUITION-FREE TRAINING AT COWICHAN CAMPUS Employment Skills Access Program

Are you unemployed? x Introduction to Culinary Arts - Starts Feb. 4 x Building Service Worker - Starts Feb. 12 Eligibility: x Unemployed: Cannot be attached to EI in the past three years or past five years for a Maternity/Parental claim. For more details check our website: http://www.viu.ca/ce/courses/esa.asp

• Auto • Home • Business

Windshield Replacement Quality Brand Name • Auto •Windshield Home • Business and Repair Replacement

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HAIRSTYLISTS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE Ed Mike

Serving the Cowichan Valley since 1903

Fax: 250-746-4642 186 Ingram St., Duncan opposite Post Ofﬁce

Ralph

Lucas

Justin

250-746-4824 Glass, Mirrors, Steamed Thermal Pane Replacement, Thermal Panes & Screens

FLOORING FLOOR INSTALLER looking for P/T work, carpet, lino, restretch & repairs. No job too small. Jerry (250)715-5852

HELP WANTED

1RUWK &2:,&+$1 MUNICIPALITY of

678'(17 +,5,1* $18.93 per hour (CUPE rate) Term positions from May-August 2013 Are you looking for an opportunity to gain meaningful work experience this summer and earn money towards next year’s tuition? The Municipality is hiring students for positions in the following areas: • • • • • • •

Civil Engineering Technology (Survey) Environmental Program Parks, Public Works and Utilities Forestry Planning and Development Information Services Waste Water Treatment Plant

To be considered for these opportunities, you must be a full-time student in a recognized post-secondary institution, and you must be returning to full-time studies immediately after the work term. Please visit our website for information on these exciting student opportunities and the application procedures.

www.northcowichan.ca TRADES, TECHNICAL

TRADES, TECHNICAL

Seats are limited – Act NOW

NOW HIRING 2013 SUMMER STUDENTS COWICHAN VALLEY REGIONAL DISTRICT

HAIRDRESSING in your home, Cowichan Valley area. Barb Stewart. 250-715-6568

HELP WANTED

Interested parties should contact: Krista Convey, ESA Client Manager Telephone: 250 740-6163 Email: krista.convey@viu.ca

Community Welcome

ELDERLY & CHILD CAREGIVERS AVAIL. Live-In / Live Out Full-time / Part-time Care Aides avail. 250-667-0565 Julie’s Home Care Services

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FOR SALE BY OWNER

If you are new to the Neighbourhood call one of these representatives for your FREE Basket of Gifts.

HOME CARE SUPPORT

1-877-840-0888

REAL ESTATE

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Baby Welcome Pat Duncan, Mill Bay 748-6740 David Duncan 746-4236 Chemainus & Crofton Diana Chemainus 246-4463 Community & Baby Pat Mill Bay 748-6740 Welcome: Robyn Lake Cowichan 932-4664 Robyn Lake Cowichan 746-1977 Website: www.welcomewagon.ca

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Start your Health Care Career in less than a year!

PERSONAL SERVICES ART/MUSIC/DANCING

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Looking for an opportunity to gain meaningful work experience and earn money toward tuition? The CVRD is looking for students to ¿ll challenging and rewarding opportunities during the Summer of 2013 in the areas of: • GIS • Engineering & Environment • Legislative Services (Records Mgt) • Recreation Summer Camps • Lifeguarding • Parks Outdoor Work Crew If you are a student attending high school, community college or university and plan to return to school next Fall, visit our website to view these opportunities, including quali¿cation and application requirements. www.cvrd.bc.ca COWICHAN VALLEY Phone: (250) 746-2500 REGIONAL DISTRICT Fax: (250) 746-2513 Email: cvrd@cvrd.bc.ca 175 Ingram Street Duncan, B.C. V9L 1N8 Website: http://www.cvrd.bc.ca

Western Forest Products Inc. is an integrated Canadian forest products company located on Vancouver Island that is committed to the safety of our employees, the culture of performance and the discipline to achieve results. We currently have the following openings:

Help Desk Support Technician Certified Millwright Heavy Duty Mechanic Detailed job postings can be viewed at

http://www.westernforest.com/building-value/our-people-employment/careers WFP offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package. If you believe that you have the skills and qualifications that we are looking for, please reply in confidence to:

Human Resource Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611 Email: resumes@westernforest.com

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REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

HOUSES FOR SALE

APARTMENT/CONDO

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

HOMES FOR RENT

SPRINGRIDGE MANOR Has a new look! Renovated, fresh paint & TLC throughout. Clean quiet building close to Beverly Corners & University. Includes heat & hot water. No pets. 1 bdrm suite, $590.

DUNCAN: SXS duplex, 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, W/D, F/S, D/W. Small pets welcome. Close to schools. Avail. immed. $1200. (250)818-1913

LAKE COWICHAN- 2 storey house on large lot, 3 bdrms up, studio & family rm downstairs, 2100sq ft, W/D, 1.5 bath, NS/NP. Available now. $1100. (604)715-3535. jimkarmann@shaw.ca

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

Lantzville Estate Sale: far below assessed value. 4bdrm, lvl entry, walkout bsmnt, panoramic view, high waterfront beach access, new roof, suite or B & B income potential, ample parking on 3/4 acre. Mins from Woodgrove. Pics on usednanaimo.com $524,900. Call 250-585-2620.

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MORTGAGES

Large 2 BDRM corner unit. Walk to Safeway, Shoppers, Restaurants & Aquatic Centre. On bus route. Heat & H/W inclâ€™d. Small pet OK. On-site managers. Call 250-748-1304.

LADYSMITH 55+ Building, 385 Davis Rd. Ocean & harbour views 2 Bdrm suite. 250-246-5688

Chemainus: Lockwood Villa, well kept bldg, 1 bdrm Jan 1st or 15th, ocean view top ďŹ‚oor $625, 1 bdrm Feb 15, $625 incl. heat & hot water, 1 sm pet welcome. 55 +. Call Karen 250-709-2765, 250-246-1033. DUNCAN: 2bdrm adult oriented condo, second ďŹ‚oor (no elevator), bright, 5 appl, f/p, balcony, quiet neighbours. N/S, no pets, walking distance to shopping. $750. Avail now. Refâ€™s req. 250-748-1388 CENTRAL CHEMAINUS oceanview modern 2 bdrm, 1000sq ft grnd lvl, 5appl, private patio, wi-ďŹ , prkg, $1,000. Avail Feb 1. NS/NP. Call 250246-4313 or 250-210-2580. CLEAN 2 Bed 2 full Bath ground ďŹ‚oor Apt Available now. (F,S,W,D,DW) $750$800. NS/NP, References. Call Josh or Selina 250-7150580 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. Ladysmith: 1 & 2 bdrm suites from $700/mo incl. heat & hot water, ocean views, small pets ok. Ask about our incentives. 250-668-9086. Chemainus: Ashley Court. Ground ďŹ‚r unit, 2 bdrm, 5 appliances. Small pet ok, avail. now. $775/mo 250-924-6966. COWICHAN BAY, 1 bedroom ocean view condo, underground parking, $775/mo. Phone 250-510-8749 DUNCAN nice 2 bdrm Condo in town, close to all amenities, incl F/S, D, in-suite W/D & hydro. $850. 250-746-7536 DUNCAN, 2 bed condo, 5 applâ€™s, N/S, cat ok. Feb 1st. Ref req. $800. (250)597-0011

HOMES FOR RENT

Under New Management Mountain View Terrace Estates 3420 Auchinachie Road ---------------------------------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 SHAWNIGAN 1 BR. Bright, charming, newly built, Sep grnd lvl entry, sep W/D. $750 includes utilities, internet & cable. Cat OK. 250-213-8606

RENTALS 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).

80A TRUNK ROAD, DUNCAN Avail Immed. $12 sq/ft/mth Approx. 553 sq/ft of retail/ ofďŹ ce space, w/ a private bathroom. Great location! Rowan Property Management Ltd. (250) 748-9090 SHOP WAREHOUSE for lease, Boys Rd., Duncan, 1500sq ft w/ofďŹ ce. $7.25 sq ft Call (250)474-3585.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES CHEMAINUS DOWNTOWN. New 2 bdrm, 2 bath rancher, 1/2 block shopping/hospital. $1300. Call 250-589-2008. 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.

MOBILE HOMES & PADS DUNCAN- 2 BDRM mobile, storage room, covered deck, on farm. $750. F/S, W/D. Available Jan 15. Call (250)748-4859, leave msg.

HOMES FOR RENT DUNCAN- 3 or 4 bdrm mobile. F/S, W/D, big yard. Avail immed. $950 pad rent inclâ€™d (250)510-9442, (250)748-2719 DUNCAN, 5 bdrm house for rent on large lot fenced for dogs. Attached garage/workshop. Some nice upgrades. Available Feb. 1st. $1500 mo. Inquire - no agents please. Call (250)746-4749. DUNCAN, large newer 2 bdrm, upper ďŹ‚oor, 3 applâ€™s, shared laundry. Avail now. $1100 inclâ€™s hydro. Pet considered. Refâ€™s req. (250)737-1613 DUNCAN, NEAR Hospital, mobile home for rent in quiet adult park. Pets ok, call for details. (250) 246-8318. DUNCAN, open concept, 4 bed, 3 baths, gas fp, 4 applâ€™s, patio, storage, large yard, greenhouse, park & middle school nearby. N/S, small pet on approval, no partiers. Jan 1st. $1425 neg. (250)743-4025

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LK COW. 2640 sq.ft. 3-bdrm (2 up, 1 down). 3-pc main bath, 3-pc ensuite off master 2-pc ensuite off bdrm 2, 2-pc bath in utility room next to lower level bdrm. Ultra heavy insulation, EnerGuide certiďŹ ed & new heat pump/ A/C system (lowest heating costs). Large yard, covered concrete patio area off rear of house, new roof, new paint in & out, new ďŹ‚ooring, 5 applâ€™s, $1200.+ utils or $1100./mo with 1 yr lease. N/S, approved pets, refâ€™s reqâ€™d & veriďŹ ed. Call (250)749-3555. Rowan Property Management Ltd. Has a large selection of homes & apartments for rent in the Cowichan Valley. Visit us at www.rowanproperty.ca or call (250)748-9090

OFFICE/RETAIL 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 ďŹ‚ooring, A/C

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SUITES, LOWER Crofton: 2 bdrm basement suite, W/D, partial hydro included. Separate entrance, large yard, newly renoâ€™d. $800/m. (250) 331-1465

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APARTMENTS FURNISHED DUNCAN (8 km north) Furnished studio apartment, on 8 acres. Laundry, satellite, heat, hydro. $575. (250)748-1310.

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Flexibility, Strength, Balance, Peace Come and experience the many beneﬁts of Yoga

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Somatics & Yoga Classes Somatics - a gentle system of movements performed lying down to relieve tension and pain and improve posture and ďŹ‚exibility. A helpful process to prepare you to enjoy other activities. Yoga - a system of postures, breathwork, concentration and meditation to build strength and ďŹ‚exibility in body and mind and promote balance, calm and relaxation. Note: Classes may be cancelled due to unexpected or hazardous weather conditions. SOMATICS CLASSES:

Instructors: Andrew Teufel, RMT, CASE, YT ; Violet Reynolds, RMT, CASE, YT

Somatics For Belly Protrusion Somatics Free Flow Somatics For Shoulders Drop-Ins

Wednesdays Wednesdays Wednesdays Wednesdays Thursdays

YOGA: Level 1 Seated Somatic Yoga Mondays Instructor: Violet Reynolds, Yoga Teacher Level 1 Somatic Yoga Mondays* Tuesdays Instructor: Violet Reynolds, Yoga Teacher Level II Somatic Yoga Thursdays Instructor: Andrew Teufel, Yoga Teacher

6 - 7:30 pm 6 - 7:30 pm 6 - 7:30 pm 12:10 - 12:50 pm 9-10am

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$60 inc HST $60 inc HST $60 inc HST $10drop-in $10drop-in

1:10 - 2 pm

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4 classes - $50 inc HST

6 - 7:30 pm Jan. 7 - March 11 9 classes - $117 inc HST 3:30 - 5 pm Jan. 8 - March 12 10 classes - $130 inc HST *(no class Monday, February 11) 6 - 7:45 pm Jan. 10 - March 21 11 classes - $143 inc HST

OUR SPECIAL EVENTS CALENDAR WINTER 2013 Supple Equestrian Somatics Level I January 19 Saturday 10am â€“ 12pm $35 by Jan 4, $45 after inc HST Supple Equestrian Somatics Level II February 2 Saturday 10am â€“ 12pm $35 by Jan 18, $45 after inc HST Intro to Somatics February 1 Friday 5:30 â€“ 7pm $5 per person. Learn about Somatics and experience the gentle & effective movements that can help you decrease your pain, increase your ďŹ‚exibility and improve your wellbeing. Classes at the Movement Room 303B - 80 Station St. Duncan. Equipment provided or you can bring your own yoga mat. You do not need to wear gym clothing for Somatics classes but please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Drop-in classes: space is limited and is available on a ďŹ rst come, ďŹ rst served basis. For more info see:

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Youth Athletes of the Year

2012

Agnes Esser Brennan Stothers Chicago Bains George and Kristal Lukas Jed Leech Jerod Dorby Jordan Charles Josh Klassen Maegan Kuruvita Mark Wallace Mary-Kate Cross Maya Munzar

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Lizzie Yates of Shawnigan Lake School and Äeld hockey fame was the winner of the 2011 Cowichan Valley Youth Athlete of the Year award.

Nick Ridenour Oliver Nott Randall Barton Sam Jory Spencer Manton Steen Cooper Stefanie Langkammer Tia Baker

The Top 20 reveal their 2012 signature moments, coaches’ words of wisdom, biggest obstacles, best teammates and beneÄts of playing high-level sports

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Signature sports moment of 2012: This past summer, I tried out for Team B.C. because at this age it was the last possible year to try out so I thought “hey why not give it a try I had nothing to lose.” So I attended all of the tryouts, some lasting between 7-8 hours. Then by the time that it came down to who would make the second tryout, I thought nothing of it. Then all of a sudden I get a card welcoming me back to the second tryout. I was stoked on life! The next week was brutal with all of the relentless drills, constantly getting us to dig deeper. At the end of it all, they called you into the room, just you and three coaches and they sit you down and discuss your second tryout. This year they chose 18 players to represent British Columbia. There would be the top nine who would go to nationals and three from the bottom nine who would have to show hard work and determination to be part of that top nine. The time was right, the setting was tense as I walked in the small room with all three coaches staring at me. “Please sit,” says one of the coaches, they look at me and take a deep breath and say “congrats you made the team but it’s the bottom nine.” I didn’t really care that I wasn’t top nine I was so happy I made the team! But one of the coaches shows the paper to the coach that is talking. He looks at me and said, sorry, there has been a mistake. My heart stopped, he replied, saying that I was part of the top nine. I was SO happy there was no way to describe it to anyone! I was going to represent B.C. in Sherbrooke, Quebec! As the season progressed, feeling ¿ne developing my skills as an individual up until the second last

Grade 12, Cowichan Secondary School tournament in Seattle where I got a horrible injury. I was going up for a lay-up and got hit in the air causing me to land on my ankle, rolling it the wrong way. I was out for eight weeks with a high ankle sprain. It was one of the most cruel feelings having your dreams to play and represent your province get taken away right before your eyes. But everything happens for a reason. The experience and skills learned this past summer will help me lead the Sr. boys basketball far this year, I can feel it! Coach’s words of wisdom: I have played many sports, and have had a few different coaches but the one that sticks out most is my Cowichan Secondary basketball coach. Sandeep Heer has been coaching the T-Birds for many years. One thing that he has taught me is hard work and determination always pays off in the long run. It always will. Biggest obstacle to overcome: In Grade 9, I tried out for the Frances Kelsey Secondary school (FKSS) Jr. boys basketball team, where I found my love for the game. That’s the year Sandeep noticed me. He said if you love basketball and are committed and determined ‘Cow High’ is the place to go. So I had a hard dilemma between going to Cowichan where I would play the great sport of basketball and leave all my friends that I grew up with for eight years of my life or stay with my friends and give up this great opportunity. I chose to leave my friends and chase my dreams with basketball. So far it has turned out great. I am one of the captains of the Sr. boys team and have great friends at Cowichan Secondary. Best teammate ever: This is a quite a hard

Sam Jory

Grade 12, Cowichan Secondary School

Signature sports moment of 2012: This year was full of distinctive sports moments for me. The most special would have to be with my rugby team after we came third at High School Provincials. After graduating 22 players, our team had an immense amount of work to do if we wanted to medal. Many months of really hard work were put in, and we came out with a gratifying result that none of our competition expected.

Signature sports moment of 2012: Winning the B.C. judo championship by submission. Coach’s words of wisdom: “Work hard and be patient — Michael Turner.

Coach’s words of wisdom: My coach, Brad Skene, has always reminded me to put the team ahead of myself, and to play for the person next to me. He has really shown me the importance of being a good teammate whether it be in the halls at school, at practice, or during a game.

Best teammate ever: The best teammate I’ve had was one of my high school rugby captains, Keneille Coleman. She not

question because it’s hard to choose just one. The best teammate I have ever had is the whole Sr. boys basketball team this year. They give their 110% in practice and games, cheer you on, and help each other out. I really value everyone on the team. It feels like a family and that’s why I feel we will succeed in going far this year. Bene¿ts of being in high-level sports: So far the bene¿ts have been, one, staying in peak physical activity, and, two, the post-secondary institutes that are taking the time to look at me and talk with me about my plans. I really hope this sport will help with post secondary, scholarships or awards.

George Lukas

Grade 12, Cowichan Secondary School

Biggest obstacle to overcome: This summer, while at the National Rugby Festival in Quebec, I was experiencing some pain from a hip injury. My team was fortunate to have a great physiotherapist, who was able to prevent the injury from progressing, but dealing with that and trying to stay positive was challenging.

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only worked extremely hard every practice, Keneille was also an amazing motivator for others to do the same. She is logical, supportive, and pushed me every game to work even harder. Now that I am a senior of the rugby program, I aspire to be the leader that she was. Bene¿ts of being in high-level sports: I have been exposed to some great coaching by very passionate people, which was inspiring. I also loved playing with girls who are as competitive as I am.

Biggest obstacle to overcome: Lack of coaching takes a lot of personal dedication to stay in shape. Best teammate ever: Dustin Oliphant taught me a lot about judo and helped me excel. Bene¿ts of being

in high-level sports: Travelling and visiting various places around the globe.

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Jordan Charles Grade 12, Brentwood College School Signature sports moment of 2012: I have been a part of the British Columbia provincial basketball program since the U15 level. My highlight for sports in 2012 was our U17 team winning the bronze medal at nationals in Quebec. The whole summer began with my coaches telling me I made the top nine cut for the provincial team, guaranteeing me a spot to go to nationals. Working hard, and pushing myself in practice ensured me to become a starter for every game at nationals, and our team battled to win the bronze medal. Becoming the third best province in the entire country and knowing I was one of the leaders to push the team was the signature sports moment of 2012 for me. Coach’s words of wisdom: Vlad, my assistant coach on the U17 provincial team, compelled our team to attack the basket and have no mercy on the other team. He approached me after our ¿rst game of nationals, and told me that I needed to drive, attack, shoot, and dominate on both ends of the Àoor. Although it is a provincial team with the best players from all over the province, he said I need to become a leader on the court and prevail over the opposing team. Vlad, my dad, my mom, and my high school coaches Mr. Gage and Mr. Sullivan all say that I should not play at the level of my opponents but always try to stay at the highest level pushing myself at all times. Biggest obstacle to overcome: Sitting on the rigid bleachers, I wipe the towel over my moistened face. We ¿nished the tryouts, and I was selected to the Youth 15 B provincial team because I wasn’t considered good enough to make the A. After being handed the multiple forms and given a sealed white envelope, I pondered the new goal in my mind. I would develop into the best player during this summer with the provincial team, and reveal to the coaches that I could play. My goal was to

make the prestigious Youth 16 B.C. team next year, and bring my attributes to their best abilities. During the summer, and the next high school basketball season, I exerted my effort on the court, which resulted in multiple victories and earning an all-star at the Sr. AA boys’ provincial tournament, apart from only being Grade 10. Through the effort I endured during the year, I successfully made the Youth 16 provincial team, the Youth 17 team the year after and becoming a starter at nationals in Quebec. Although I have completed my provincial goals, I understand I can always improve my skills and focus in basketball or any obstacles in life, with concentration and determination. Best teammate ever: If I had to choose from the vast amount of great and spectacular teammates through my sports career, I would say the best one I’ve had is Peter Spanghel. He was my provincial teammate for three years in a row, from the U15, U16, and U17. The particular thing that made Peter one of my most memorable teammates was how he billeted me three years in a row. I stayed at his house all three summers with the provincial team. He became my brother away from home, and his family treated me like I was one of their own. His whole family was athletic, and they supported us with our games. They hosted my family if they ever wanted to come visit to watch a tournament, and we became close over the three years as teammates. Although we were brothers at home, in practice we never slowed down or were nice in competitive situations. We battled hard against each other, which brought us to be such good teammates on the court. At nationals, we knew our strengths, and together with the team we managed to win bronze at the tournament. Bene¿ts of being in highlevel sports: I am blessed to

Grade 12, Brentwood College School Signature sports moment of 2012: In the national rowing championships last June, my crew placed second behind Ridley, an Ontario crew that broke the course record during the regatta. Coach’s words of wisdom: When complaining of how I did not have enough time on the water to improve at the rate I wanted to, Mr. Backer, my junior coach at Brentwood, told me that “effort put in is more important than time put in.’’ Not only did this stop my complaining, but it also caused me to work harder in the time I had.

play high-level sports, and when my parents work hard to provide the opportunity for me to play I intend to gain the maximum bene¿ts from it. Playing against people better than me in some skills provides me with a chance to get better by me always trying to beat them. The most important bene¿t I gained from playing at the high level knows that no matter how good you are, you can always get better. To be the best, you have to beat the best. That’s what drives me.

Biggest obstacle to overcome: Balancing rowing and academics has and always will be a challenge. Rowing before and after class, I have to ¿nd time for school so I can continue to be a student-athlete, not an athlete-student. Best teammate ever: Jan Bernhard, bronze medalist at the World Championships for Germany, rowed with me last year. Not only did my rowing improve from mimicking him, but my eating and sleeping habits as well. Bene¿ts of being in high-level sports: I have realized through sports, particularly rowing, that with hard work and good coaching, I can produce bene¿ts for myself whether it be on the water or in the classroom.

Chicago Bains Grade 9, Quamichan Middle School Signature sports moment of 2012: I have to say making team standards for each of my hurdles events for nationals, although being too young to make Team B.C. Also, B.C. championships and Summer Games and noticing my improvement in every race. Coach’s words of wisdom: The three Cs, that are with us from a young age and remain for life. Curiosity — always stay curious, like the toddler getting into everything. Courage — to explore and do everything with no fear as they know “no fear.’’ Concentration — to be able to focus and think while processing what I have learned and use it to the best I can. So your focus has Focus.

Biggest obstacle to overcome: The biggest obstacle would be that my coach lives far away in the Comox Valley. So I have to train a lot on my own and focus on everything he has taught me in between my lessons. Best teammate ever: Every one of my teammates are so supportive and they have a great sportsmanship to one another. They all are wonderful, just like my second family. Bene¿ts of being in high-level sports: Having the opportunity of travelling around the country meeting great new friends that I would never have gotten to meet. I love watching good athletes, and learning off them helps me a lot also.

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Agnes Esser Grade 12, Frances Kelsey Secondary Signature sports moment of 2012: I made Team B.C. for track and ¿eld and competed in P.E.I. for youth nationals in shot put and discus throw. In discus, I came third place. In shot put, I was sitting third and going into my ¿nal throw, (my previous throw had been a foul) and I threw a new personal best as well as a new Legion and national record. I walked away with a gold and a bronze.

Spencer Manton Grade 12, Brentwood College School Signature sports moment of 2012: I would have to say that my signature sports moment of 2012 would be my ¿nal race at CSSRAs (Canadian National Rowing Championships). They were held in St. Catharine’s, Ontario last June. While we breezed through our heats in the coxed quad, we knew that in the ¿nals the other crews would bring it. At the starting line, our coxie told us not to take our eyes out of the boat and to focus on ourselves and that is exactly what we did. With every stroke, every power 10 and every focus call we pushed harder. With three boats within 10 feet of each other at the ¿nish line our bow ball crossed second. Though we did not end up with a gold medal around our necks, being the second best crew in all of Canada felt just as satisfying. I couldn’t have been more proud of my crew and myself at that moment. Coach’s words of wisdom: Something that my volleyball coach, Jill Fougner, has taught me is that I will not always be the best. There will be people out there who are more skilled as an athlete than I am. What matters is the amount of time I put into it, the amount of endless hours in the gym, the hours I spend lifting, serving, erging etc. She taught me that if I am the person who puts more heart

and more time into my sport, one day I will surpass the person who is not willing to work as hard as I am. Biggest obstacle to overcome: The biggest obstacle I have had to overcome in my sports career would be the lack of competitive drive on sports teams I have played on. I ¿nd it extremely demotivating for a team when one or two players are not as driven as the rest. I feel the only way for a team to succeed is by having everyone work cohesively for one outcome. I will always try and help the people who are not as motivated as I rise up to my or the team’s level, rather than have myself or the team fall to their level. Best teammate ever: I believe that the best teammate I have ever had is Stephanie Turnbull. We rowed and played competitive volleyball together. Though she suffered from a back injury and could not complete the season with us, she has taught me many valuable lessons. She has taught me that though I have many things going on in my life, it is important to keep my dreams one of my top priorities. She has taught me how to work hard and put in 100% effort, and with that she has taught me that it is OK to celebrate my success, and not let my failures bring me down,

as they are merely road blocks on the way to my goals. Bene¿ts of being in highlevel sports: Time management has been a huge bene¿t for me while playing high-level sports. I have learned how to schedule in my sports and workouts with my studies and also my social life. High-level sports have taught me how to be compassionate and how to approach others during their struggles and losses. The greatest thing I have learned from high level sports is how to be determined, how to have a drive for something, and how not to let anything get in my way until I have achieved the end result I was looking for.

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Coach’s words of wisdom: “Good is the enemy of great!’’ — Mark Jackson, volleyball coach. Biggest obstacle to overcome: The biggest obstacle I have overcome in my sports career would be living in a town that didn’t have any athletic opportunities whatsoever. I moved from my family to live with my aunt and uncle so that I would be closer to opportunities that could take me farther than I could ever go living in my old town. Best teammate ever: The most inspirational clubmate that I have would probably be Adam Keenan. He is a hammer thrower who just recently broke the junior Canadian record for

his event as well as being a national champion. Bene¿ts of being in highlevel sports: I meet new people. I’m a shy

person so playing sports introduces me to people. It teaches me to be disciplined and push myself to do better. Makes me feel good and is something that I love doing.

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Grade 12, Cowichan Secondary School Signature sports moment of 2012: Winning in Game 6 against Surrey in the B.C. Hockey League playoffs to force a Game 7. Coach’s words of wisdom: “There is no traf¿c on the extra mile,’’ Cowichan Valley Capitals’ hockey coach Jim Ingram. Biggest obstacle to overcome: Breaking my collarbone three times and having

to battle through adversity to get back into hockey. Best teammate ever: Matt Brown because he taught me a lot about hockey and life in general. Took me under his wing and passed along advice I’ll never forget. Bene¿ts of being in high-level sports: Securing a full-ride scholarship to Minnesota State University.

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Signature sports moment of 2012: My signature sports moment was at the B.C. high school provincials when I was running the 4x100 metre relay. We had trained a lot before the race and beat the record at Islands, so our school was waiting to hear how we did. Because we got along so well as a team and had worked so hard, we were able to come ¿rst. Bringing the news back to our school and knowing how proud everyone was has de¿nitely been an amazing moment.

Grade 12, Duncan Christian School Signature sports moment of 2012: After losing to Glenlyon by 13 points twice during league play, we met in the Island basketball semi¿nals with a provincial berth on the line. We came out ¿ring and led by 26 at halftime, and ¿nished with a 27-point win, before going on the win our ¿rst-ever Island title. This fall, my volleyball team entered the Provincial Tournament ranked ¿fth, knowing we had the ability to beat any team there. After winning our pool and the quarter¿nals without dropping a set, we faced ¿rstranked Kelowna Christian in the semi¿nals. They played a great match, unfortunately ending our championship run. In the bronze medal match, we won the ¿rst two sets before losing the third. After a tight battle in the fourth, we reached match point at 26-25. After a long hard-fought rally, I was set in the middle, and turned the ball past the block for the game-winning kill. It was a great ¿nish to my high school volleyball career. Coach’s words of wisdom: I have learned a lot about not only on-court skills, but also work ethic and attitude from NBC camps, speci¿cally Fred and Jay Crowell. I have also learned about the mental aspect of athletics from Vic Lindal. Biggest obstacle to overcome: Playing basketball at the single A level since Grade 9 may have limited my exposure to a high level of play, especially during the school season. Not until the last couple of years have I participated in elite basketball on a regular basis. Volleyball has always

Coach’s words of wisdom: My track coach, John May, always tells us to “chase the demon.” It’s kind of a funny saying but after an amazing race, you understand what he means. When you have a good run, you feel a whole new type of motivation and drive. It makes you want to have that feeling every race, and ultimately “chase” it.

been a bit of a struggle because I do not play outside of the school season due to basketball commitments. I am currently struggling with the decision of which sport to pursue at the post-secondary level.

Biggest obstacle to overcome: The biggest obstacle I have had to overcome was last season when I found out I had been racing the previous couple of months with mono. I had been so tired the whole

Grade 12, Frances Kelsey Secondary

season, not knowing why, and had been training really hard. Once I found out, it was hard to get over it mentally and keep pushing as hard as I had before. Now that I have recovered, I can’t wait to see what I can do without it. Best teammate ever: The best “teammate” I have ever had is Lexie Scott. Even though we have never really been on the same team, it feels like we are. When we were younger, we both used to Highland dance, and became friends through that, then moved into track. She is always there to give me encouraging words before the race and take our minds off the nerves. She isn’t just a teammate, she’s a best friend. Bene¿ts of being in high-level sports: The biggest bene¿t to playing high-level sports for me, is now being able to handle stressful situations, which is something I struggled with before. It has also made me believe that I can accomplish so much when I put in the time and effort, it’s very rewarding. I sprint because I love it, though the bene¿ts are just an added bonus!

Best teammate ever: Probably Douglas Groenendijk, as we have been through a lot of ups and downs together in both volleyball and basketball, and share the same commitment and work ethic in and out of season. Bene¿ts of being in highlevel sports: Having the opportunity to play at a high level, whether on a club team or at various camps in B.C. or the States has really helped me grow as a player. Being able to compete against players bigger, stronger, faster, and better than me allowed me to learn from them as well as elevate my game in order to compete. Getting better is all about pushing yourself outside your comfort zone, and that’s what I tried to do all summer.

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Signature sports moment of 2012: This summer I went to worlds in Azerbaijan across from Iran by the Caspian Sea. Although I lost my match, the experience and opportunity and the people I met were completely unforgettable. Coach’s words of wisdom: Nick Zuback — Take it one point at a time. He says it all the time. It’s his label, not to mention it works, just like life — one step at a time. Biggest obstacle to overcome: When I was training for

worlds this summer, I trained out of a garage. There wasn’t a lot of other places. I had Nick as my coach and a 10x10 mat. Best teammate ever: Nolan Mitchell. He is like my little brother, even though he is half my size. He is an amazing wrestler and has the technique and strength to prove it. Each year, we both get better and have a close relationship.

Bene¿ts of being in highlevel sports: Travelling, for sure, and gaining experience in international and national levels.

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Maya Munzar Grade 12, Frances Kelsey Secondary

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Signature sports moment of 2012: When I won Xterra nationals and placed third at the Xterra World Championships in Maui. Winning nationals was an achievement that sent me on to take part in the XTerra Worlds in Maui. The Nationals were in Canmore, Alberta, which is an amazing location to hold off-road triathlons. Qualifying for the World Championships as well as winning the Canadian Championships was the overall highlight of my 2012 racing year. Maui did not disappoint any racer who was looking for endurance and the ability to show their skills. Being able to represent Canada at a world class level was an honour in itself, but to stand on the podium and represent Canadian women in XTerra was exhilarating. Each year I have competed in Maui I surprise myself by what I can do when I put my mind to it. XTerra requires an athlete to train long hours and endure long periods of strain on their bodies. This is what it takes to race competitively at the World Championship, and knowing that I am within reach of gold makes me want to train that much harder!

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Signature sports moment of 2012: In the gold medal match against Carson Graham at the B.C. Provincials, we were put to the test physically, and mentally. Our whole team worked extremely hard on and off the ¿eld, allowing me to cross the try line twice in the game. This allowed me to take home two tries and a gold medal. Coach’s words of wisdom: A coach who has had a lot of inÀuence on me during my games and practices is Gary Dukelow. He has taught me the foundations of my position as a prop/hooker and gone into great detail, about how everything I do on and off the ¿eld should be coincided with the term “CHI”. Chi is the perfect form used during scrums and the contact area, where one may dominate in those areas if Chi is achieved. This is a term that I will never forget and will continue to use during my career. Biggest obstacle to overcome: An obstacle that I have had to overcome was during Grade 6 I had broken my leg in a wrestling tournament for my age group. I spent many hours in rehabilitation and physiotherapy, restoring my leg to its original form. This had set me back in the time I had been getting on the ¿eld and it took almost a year before I was back on my team playing again. Best teammate ever: The best teammate that I have ever had and is currently Oliver Nott, who has played a key role in the development of my skills and techniques. He has led the Canada U17 during the Wellington tour and the school team during provincials when our nominated captain was absent. During games, we often work together giving each other tries, and line-breaking plays. Bene¿ts of being in high-level sports: Being able to compete at a high-level of sports has allowed me to challenge myself and put to the test my skills among other athletes at that level. This also allows me to learn from my experiences adapting to someone’s speci¿c technique or skills helping me become better at my position.

Coach’s words of wisdom: “Even when you fail, you gain.” My swim coach, Steve Shumka, recently said this to me while I was doing (what I consider), one of the hardest swim workouts EVER. Earlier this season, he had explained

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to me that the whole point of training was to try and fail. He said that if you push your body to the point where it physically cannot go any further, even if you failed to complete the given set, you have gained because you have pushed yourself further than your mind thought your body could handle. Biggest obstacle to overcome: I believe all athletes have obstacles that they have to overcome. Funding is certainly an issue and has made my choices of races very dif¿cult. This last year, I was not able to race the entire Junior Elite race series and Xterra. For the Pan American Triathlon Championships, I had earned a spot to represent Canada and the cost of this race was covered by my family. Not being able to race certain races can affect my future qualifying chances for World class events. Best teammate ever: Trying to decide between all of my teammates is really hard, because all of them have helped and encouraged me to be a better athlete. All of them have

supported me, and without any of them, I would not be the competitor that I am today. Bene¿ts of being in high-level sports: Achieving more than what is expected is the one thing that keeps me striving for more. Hard work pays off and you can only get back what you put in.

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Signature sports moment of 2012: I’d have to say it was at the Pan-American Championships when I got a personal best in jump at the preliminary round to make the ¿nals. It was on my last jump and I had to jump a personal best or else I would not have made ¿nals.

Biggest obstacle to overcome: I’d have to say living in Canada isn’t the most desirable place for a water skier. Kids in the southern United States and other places closer to the equator get to train year round in ideal water ski conditions. But that doesn’t mean I don’t love living here.

Coach’s words of wisdom: “Dude, it’s just water skiing”— Cory Bate. Cory says this to me when I’m either frustrated or upset at my performance.

Best teammate ever: It’s hard to say seeing that water skiing is a very individual sport. For Team B.C., it would be my coach/teammate/

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longtime friend Cory Bate. For Team Canada, it would be Guillaume Tetreault from Amos, Quebec. Bene¿ts of being in highlevel sports: It’s also pretty cool getting to meet all these different kids and adults who have the same love for water skiing as you do. You make many friends/bonds with people all around the world with water skiing. Also I get to travel around North America, half the time by myself.

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TOP 20 VALLEY YOUTH ATHLETES OF 2012 Stefanie Langkammer

Grade 11, Cowichan Secondary School Signature sports moment of 2012: 2012 has been an incredible year for me in ¿eld hockey and has brought me many achievements. In April, I played for the U17 Junior National Team, we competed with the U.S. in a challenge match. Later that month, the Island Cats won gold in the Regional Tournament. In May, I went to California with the Cowichan Crusaders and we brought home the gold medal. June, I received Grade 10 female athlete of the year at the school sports banquet. July, I played for Team B.C. A. We travelled to Calgary to play at Nationals and won gold. In November, my school team Cowichan T-Birds placed second at Provincials. The best moment of the year was playing in the Bridgman Cup in Victoria with the T-Birds. We were in the quarter¿nal game, down 2-1 and next to zero time left. I got our team a short corner and scored off it, making the score tied. We then went into strokes and won the game, bringing us to the bronze medal game where we won!

Oliver Nott

Grade 12, Shawnigan Lake School

Signature sports moment of 2012: I was playing with Rugby Canada U17 at Wellington Festival in England. I had been named captain of the entire tour, and my signature sport moment was captaining the team against England A. We were winning the entire game, but to only come short and lose narrowly 14-12. The reason why this is my signature moment is because we were the underdogs coming into the match and we showed them how Canada can compete with some of the best rugby players in the world in our age group. Coach’s words of wisdom: The coach of my club team when I lived in England taught me two concepts about attitude when playing rugby. First, to remember that you’re only as good as your last game, meaning that you need to do your best every time you take the ¿eld. Second, not to stand off or give anyone respect that wasn’t earned on the ¿eld of play. The coach was my Dad! Biggest obstacle to overcome: When I was 14 I broke my collar bone playing rugby. It was a complete fracture and was extremely painful and it took four months to heal physically. When I returned to training, the other issue I had to overcome was the mental issue of being able to trust my injured shoulder to tackle as hard as I used to without it breaking again. At ¿rst,

I was very reluctant to tackle hard and I was also worried about hitting the ground hard. It took further months for me to forget the injury and it was far more dif¿cult to achieve than I had expected it to be. One key thing that helped was a doctor telling me the amount of new bone that had grown around the break had actually made the injured collar bone stronger than it was before!

Coach’s words of wisdom: Krista Thompson has coached me many times and given me countless hours of training. The one thing that really stands out is her telling me and my teammates: “Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.” I will never forget that! Biggest obstacle to overcome: The biggest obstacle for me to overcome is the countless hours of training that I do in Victoria and going to Vancouver on weekends in the spring to train. I have learned over the years how to better balance it all and continue to move forward. Best teammate ever: The best teammate I have ever had is Claire Seeliger. Claire is very supportive, caring and one of my best friends on and off the ¿eld. We

Best teammate ever: When I ¿rst came to Shawnigan, I was 15 and lucky enough to gain a starting place in the ¿rst XV which won the AAA BC Championship. It was tough being on a team with most guys two years older than you but Lukas Balkovec made me feel like part of the team by taking me under his wing, telling me jokes and making me feel like a teammate — rather than just a Grade 10 outsider on a team full of Grade 12’s! Bene¿ts of being in high-level sports: There are two main bene¿ts. The ¿rst is obvious: travel! In the last two and a half years, I have played rugby in England, Wales, U.S.A., Australia, Japan and, of course, Canada! Competing internationally is both a great challenge and a great opportunity to experience different cultures. The second bene¿t is the opportunity to improve by playing alongside so many talented people and gaining access to great coaches.

have played together for the past ¿ve years. We have a very similar style in the way we play. We can read off each other when it comes to plays and work really well together. We spent a lot of time driving and training on our many trips to Victoria and Vancouver. Bene¿ts of being in high-level sports: Progressing each year to higher levels has bene¿ted me in so many ways. I’ve had many different coaches who have taught me different styles and skills. They continue to challenge my ability to try new things. I am able to bring these skills and use them among the different teams I play for.

Tia Baker

Grade 11, Frances Kelsey Secondary

Signature sports moment of 2012: I won all my sprinting events at the Vancouver Island championship track meet. It was exciting because I was in Grade 10 and was competing against Grade 11 and 12 girls. I had to compete against older girls in order to quality to go to the provincial championship. Coach’s words of wisdom: “Some people will bring you down in life and some people will bring you up. You have to choose which ones you’ll surround yourself with” — coach

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Dacre Bowen. Biggest obstacle to overcome: Staying motivated when life gets busy with family, work, school and friends. Best teammate ever: Lexie Scott is the best teammate I’ve ever had. She trains with me in Victoria. She’s always been there for me outside training and pushes me physically during training. Bene¿ts of being in highlevel sports: It has given me con¿dence in my ability to succeed, not only on the track, but life in general.

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Grade 12, Cowichan Secondary School

Signature sports moment of 2012: The highlight of my season were two of the races I had at Crankworx, Whistler. In the Garbanzo downhill, I placed ¿fth and Canadian Open downhill, I also ¿nished ¿fth. It was exciting for me because I rode really well, I had lots of family and friends watching me, and I got to share the podium with Steve Smith, who won both races.

Grade 12, Claremont Secondary School

Signature sports moment of 2012: I have had a few awesome moments in sports but the most recent moment was on November 15, 2012 when I signed my National Letter of Intent to play NCAA Men’s Field Lacrosse at Ohio Valley University starting in the fall of 2013. Another huge moment for me was when I made the Intermediate A Shamrocks team in the spring of 2012. I have wanted to wear the green and white since I was ¿ve years old so that was a big moment for me and my family. Coach’s words of wisdom: My coaches have been Dale Nordstrom (my dad) and Josh Van Wieren. They have been huge inÀuences on me over the years. They both told me to always shoot for the moon because if I pushed myself to always give it 110 % then I would be successful in whatever I did. They were always out there (mostly in the pouring rain and freezing cold) pushing me and my teammates to give it all we had. Their encouragement on the sidelines gave me the will to strive to do my best. They know so much about lacrosse — not just the stuff that is in the coaching manual, but the stuff you would only know from playing at a high level (which they both did). Without their knowledge, I don’t think I would be where I am today. Biggest obstacle to overcome: The biggest obstacle that I have had to overcome has been the cost associated with competing at a high level. It is very expensive to travel all over the place to play. My entire extended family has been beside me the entire time with the ¿nancial help that I have needed. Without my family there to help me, I would not be able to compete at such a high level. Family is one of the most important things for me. They have had and will always have my back. They are the best family anyone could ask for and for the times that I felt too tired to give it 110 %, all I had to do was think of my family and how they would want me to give it my all and that was enough to push me to the next level and to get the job done. Best teammate ever: The teamates who have had the biggest inÀuence on me have been Ryan Taylor and TJ Prokop. They are good friends and excellent teammates. We have played together since we were little guys. They are loyal friends who have always had my back. We have played for so long we know each other’s style of play

Coach’s words of wisdom: Todd Schumlick (my trainer) says, “It’s all the little things that make a difference. There’s not one big thing you can do.’’ Biggest obstacle to overcome: I am fortunate that I haven’t had a big obstacle to deal with because of the support from my family, good coaching, and great riding close to home. Luckily, I have only had a few minor injuries that have not caused any big problems. Best teammate ever: I’d have to say that during this last season Steve Smith was the best teammate because he’s someone I look up to and he always makes me do things I don’t feel ready for. I’m OK with him being faster than me for now, but one day I look forward to beating him!

and it feels effortless on the ¿eld. TJ is one of the best goalies out there and Ryan never stops going. I go to Claremont with Ryan and we also played on the Shamrocks together. He is a solid player and I never get tired of watching him evolve. He is extrordinary. Bene¿ts of being in high-level sports: The bene¿ts of playing at a high level are endless. I feel they have shaped who I have become so far. I have a competitive nature as it is so my sports have helped me channel that energy in a good way. I have learned to win with grace and lose with dignity. Every time I play, I try to critically reÀect on what I can do better next time. I think this is what life is all about really. Being able to roll with the punches and to learn from your mistakes and successes. Teamwork towards a common goal is also a big part of what I picture adult life to be like. I think I might be off to a good start. Playing at a high level has given me the opportunity to meet, be coached by and to play with and against so many great people from all over North America. I have also been given a scholarship to play NCAA lacrosse in the U.S.A. while earning my degree. Without the love and support of my family and friends I don’t think I would be in the position I am in now.

Bene¿ts of being in high-level sports: There have been many — traveling parts of the world, meeting many people all over the world who share my passion for biking and it’s also taught me that hard work goes a long way.

Kristal Lukas

Grade 12, Cowichan Secondary School Signature sports moment of 2012: Moving up a weight class at the B.C. judo championship in Abbotsford and winning all six of my matches, with three tapouts. Coach’s words of wisdom: Go 110 % at every practice because your opponent will only be going 100 %. Biggest obstacle to overcome: Getting my ankle back to 100 %. I had a really bad sprain, chipped the bone in two places and did muscle damage. It was the size of a softball for two

months and I had to do physiotherapy for more than four months. To this day, it’s still not 100 % but I still work on it. Best teammate ever: Gabby, because she could always get me pumped up before my ¿ghts. We would warm up together and train together. Bene¿ts of being in highlevel sports: One of the biggest bene¿ts for me was meeting new friends. They’re actually more than friends, they’re like a second family I train with ¿ve times a week.

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