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Liquor changes should be help to local businesses Amendments meant to create opportunities and help existing businesses

tic,” Abel O’Brennan said. “To see some of that getting a bit of a retooling is great.”

He is especially pleased that an honorary wine envoy will be named with a mandate to better open domestic markets for B.C. Scott Stanfield wines.

Other changes are as follows: Record Staff • Wine stores will become Several revisions to liquor laws licensees under the Liquor Conare intended to create new busi- trol and Licensing Act; ness opportunities, and to support • Criteria on whether private breweries and distilleries in B.C., liquor stores can relocate within as announced by Energy Minister one kilometre of a liquor store is Rich Coleman. set out in regulation, He is also in charge not policy; Overall, I of liquor control, • Increases to licensing and distri- think it’s fantasliquor-primary capacbution. tic. To see some of ity now require local Under the changes, government input; brewers and distill- that getting a bit • Rural agency ers can now apply of a retooling is stores can purchase to have an on-site great. unlimited amounts of consumption area. beer through governAbel O’Brennan ment liquor stores.

As well, small- and medium-sized liquor The changes could manufacturers will be allowed benefit Island Spirits Distillery up to three common ownership on Hornby Island and Shelter and business relationships with Point Distillery between Courlicensed establishments off their tenay and Campbell River, says manufacturing site.

Comox Valley MLA Don McRae. In addition, rules around how There are 14 licensed distillliquor manufacturers can pro- eries in B.C. mote their products in bars and Under the new rules, qualifying restaurants have been simplified craft distilleries will be eligible to by removing the requirement for have full markup exemption on a buy-sell agreement. sales to licensed establishments While the changes won’t have and consumers. Distillers in B.C. a big impact on his operation, the can now double their maximum owner of Coastal Black Estate annual production from 25,000 to Winery in Black Creek is encour- 50,000 litres of finished product aged to see “antiquated” regula- and remain in the craft distillery tions being modernized. category.

“Overall, I think it’s fantas... see AGRITOURISM ■ A2

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ONE BILLION RISING Despite the weather, Comox Valley residents gathered at the Sid Williams Theatre plaza Thursday afternoon for a day of action — V-Day — to end violence against women and girls — One Billion Rising. Roberta Meilleur helped lead participants through a dance throughout the courtyard. The movement began through playwright/founder Eve Ensler (The Vagina Monologues).

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Constable is 2012 Mountie He’s cited for courage, dedication and compassion Cpl. Ross MacIsaac has been named Mountie of the Year for 2012 in the Comox Valley.

The tradition began four years ago after a number of community leaders approached the local RCMP wishing to recognize outstanding achievement of law enforcement personnel working within the Comox Valley.

In an effort to inspire and support the men and women of the RCMP working within the Comox Valley Detachment, a committee of com-

munity leaders, police peers and detachment management sought to recognize the efforts of one particular individual.

This individual would clearly demonstrate all the virtues that each of us aspire to in service to our community.

MacIsaac has been selected as the 2012 member who exalts excellence in policing through dedication and compassion for his work within the communities.

This award recognizes his outstanding service and active participation in the protection of public order. His display of courage and dedication, his bold and expertly prepared reports and his scene

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CPL. ROSS MACISAAC (right) receives the coveted Mountie of the Year award from Insp. Blair McDonald. examinations aimed at capturing criminals and preventing criminal offences.

For the extra time that he takes with victims of crime by reassuring them all that possibly can be done will be done to catch those persons responsible — most often the case through his own forensic expertise. “The exemplary actions and dedica-

tion to duty displayed

by Cpl. MacIsaac are extremely commendable and are not only a credit to himself, but are also in keeping with the highest traditions of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police,� said Insp. Blair McDonald, officer in charge of the Comox Valley RCMP. — Comox Valley RCMP

In addition, products need to contain 100 per cent B.C. raw agriculture materials and be distilled by a licensed B.C. distillery. “British Columbia has a tradition of excellence in agriculture,� said McRae, a recent agriculture minister. “We’ve seen small breweries, wineries and distilleries evolve from a cottage industry

to products renowned around the world. New changes to the craft distillery policies will help support their excellent work and support agritourism in the Comox Valley.� reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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into their strategic plan,” Grant said. “And then now we have a benchmark to The Comox Valley Eco- gauge them on what sort nomic Development Soci- of deliverables they were ety (CVEDS) will undergo going to come up with.”

The CVRD board a review this year, as decided in a narrow vote entered into a five-year Tuesday during budget agreement with CVEDS discussions at regional from 2010 to 2015. The district committee of the society is tasked to deliver core economic develwhole proceedings.

The society is due for a opment activities, and to performance and service manage and operate the review every five years, as Vancouver Island Visitor per a bylaw. Both reviews Centre.

The CVEDS function were to have been conducted in 2012 by an is funded by property taxes. This independent year’s proconsultant, posed budget for which My point $25,000 is was that if we put is $1,057,960 — $80,933 included in off the contract more than the budget. last year.

C o m o x review and the CVEDS d i r e c t o r service review has requested Tom Grant m o t i o n e d until December of an addition$20,000 to delay the 2014, at least that al this year reviews until gives them about towards gatethe end of 20 months to get way signage.

2014. He was supported by into their strategic Their budget includes C o u r t e n a y plan. $15,000 for representaTom Grant the North tives Starr Island Film Winchester, Bill Anglin, Manno Theos Commission to promote film industry opportuniand Jon Ambler.

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“The delivery of ecoGwyn Sproule, Comox director Patti Fletcher, nomic development serArea A director Bruce Jol- vices is not a product or liffe, Area B director Jim regulatory type of local Gillis and Area C direc- government service,” distor Edwin Grieve were trict CAO Debra Oakman opposed, thereby defeat- states in a report. “The ing Grant’s motion in a question of value for tax dollars is often asked, and weighted vote.

In a Thursday inter- not so directly answered, view, Grant said CVEDS as the services provided has undergone an entire are ongoing in nature and new strategic plan, which often connections made has yet to be approved by will return in the form of investment in the short or the society’s board.

“My point was that if we long term.”

The scope of the put off the contract review and the service review reviews will be forwarded until December of 2014, to Comox Valley municiat least that gives them palities for comment. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com about 20 months to get

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ALF BUTTERFIELD STANDS beside what used to be a flat part of a sandbar just north of Saratoga Beach.

This trench was excavated about a week ago by a nearby business, allowing a large tidal pool closer to shore to drain with the tide. Some area residents are concerned the change may harm wildlife.

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Wetland draining only temporary Oyster River resident relieved by explanation, but still vigilant Renee Andor Record Staff

Intertidal excavation work in the Saratoga Beach area has some beach users concerned about potential impacts on wildlife.

“It’s just despoiled this whole area,” area resident Alf Butterfield said of the excavation work.

A large sandbar runs parallel with the shore out in the intertidal zone at the north end of Saratoga Beach. This sandbar held water in a depressed area closer to the shore, creating a lagoon-like area or a large sand-based tidal pool.

But, Pacific Playgrounds — which owns a marina just north of the tidal pool area and just south of the

Oyster River Estuary — excavated a section of the sandbar about a week ago.

“Now the lagoon is draining,” Butterfield said Wednesday. “Right now, it’s just unbelievable how empty it is compared to the way it always was, because that rock bar held the water to a great extent.”

Butterfield, who has waterfront property looking out onto the area, said he’s concerned wildlife may be impacted from the change.

“There’s a tremendous amount of animal life in there and plant life and everything so it’s a real feeding area for migratory waterfowl and everything else,” he said, noting wildlife likely choose to feed in the shallow area because the water drops off quickly out past the sandbar.

A number of area residents have been talking about the change and their concerns around it, including Alan Nield, who popped

down to the beach for a look Wednesday, noting there’s a “vast difference.” Butterfield said he tried to talk to Pacific Playgrounds about the matter, and he tried to get some information from the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) and the Ministry of Environment. As of Wednesday he said he hasn’t had much luck, but noted Pacific Playgrounds told him the necessary authorizations have been taken care of.

Pacific Playgrounds declined comment on the matter.

However, DFO spokesperson Carrie Mishima said Pacific Playgrounds’ project was reviewed by the DFO and the work is not expected to damage fish or fish habitat.

“Pacific Playgrounds has retained the services of a professional biologist to oversee the works to ensure fish and fish habitat are protected,” she added in an e-mail.

She noted the excavation work is related to dredging maintenance of a small channel running through the intertidal area into Pacific Playgrounds’ marina; the marina entrance borders the north end of the tidal pool area.

“The dredging work may temporarily lower the water level in the salt marsh (tidal pool) but is not expected to be a permanent alteration,” continued Mishima.

“Works to be completed include replanting the area with native intertidal and marsh vegetation, as well as restoration of the original water depth in the marsh/tide pool area.

There will not be a loss of tidal pool/marsh habitat.”

After hearing DFO’s statement on habitat safety and the restoration of original water levels in the tidal pool area, Butterfield said he is cautiously relieved, but he will keep an eye on the situation.

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Innovative programs proving popular at NIDES Renee Andor

not rush, rush, rush all the time,” she says during the FAE grand opening celebration and open house this week.

“I’ve seen kids that were so shy that suddenly were up on stage singing and have no qualms about it. It’s freedom to be who you want to be.”

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Two innovative education programs in the Comox Valley are proving popular with parents and students.

“ENTER, (eCademy of New Technology, Engineering and Robotics), all the kids that could re-register for next year have reregistered, so they’re all coming back that can,” says Jeff Stewart, principal of Navigate powered by NIDES’ (North Island Distance Education School). “At Fine Arts eCademy (FAE), about three-quarters of the parents so far have responded to the reregistration, so there’ll be some spaces for new students next year but not a huge number.

“So if that’s a measure, things have gone very well.”

Piloted in September, each program uses students’ natural interests to help them learn; FAE is offered to kindergarten to Grade 9 students and uses fine arts, while the Grade 6 to 8 ENTER program uses science and technology.

The programs feature three days per week of in-class project-based learning, and two days of distributed learning, (previously called distance learning), through Navigate.

FAE is based out of Navigate (located at the former Tsolum Elementary School site), while ENTER is based out of Aspen Park Elementary School.

Grade 9 FAE student Dale Hollands attended another Comox Valley school before starting the FAE program at Navigate this year. She said she struggled in school before but really enjoys it now.

“It was just a busy class and it was difficult to learn, I have some learning disabilities so it’s difficult for

She says most of the parents she talks to are really happy with the programs, but some have struggled with the distributed learning aspect.

For more information on the programs including how to register, visit www.navigatenides.com. writer@comoxvalleyrecord.com

LOWER LEG WAX with Express-Pedicure STUDENTS PERFORM DURING Navigate powered by NIDES’ (North Island Distance Education School) open house for the Fine Arts eCademy program.

PHOTO BY RENEE ANDOR me to learn kind of the way they were doing it, but this way it’s easier for me, and I get a lot of questions so it’s easier for me to ask them,” she says.

Stewart adds the school wasn’t expecting that feeling of family and interconnectedness to be such a large part of FAE. “The social emotional piece around the children is a part that we hadn’t anticipated as being so big, but it’s

video-online www.comoxvalleyrecord.com absolutely huge,” he says. “So that sense of belonging, that sense of being nurtured, that sense of interconnection between the kids and the faculty, because all the teachers know all the children, they don’t just have their own class.”

Multi-age classes,

parent-teacher-student meetings every six weeks to look at each student’s progress, teacher collaboration, and community integration are all important aspects of the programs.

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Council executive member Gesa Ward already re-registered her two children in FAE. She says the personalized learning and the freedom of the program are what attracted her.

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More $ for Sid – tentatively Erin Haluschak Record Staff

Comox council has tentatively approved an additional $5,000 per year for five years for the Sid Williams Theatre following a review of the second draft of the financial plan Wednesday.

The five-year capital

and operational budget would see the $25,000 increase spread from 2013 to 2017 — providing the theatre with $20,000 a year, up from $15,000.

“It is the Valley theatre. The Town of Comox surely doesn’t want to build its own theatre,” said Coun.

Patti Fletcher. “It’s a

New park for Denman Island Denman Island is part of provincial legislation introduced Thursday that is adding nearly 276,000 hectares to the BC Parks system.

Bill 5 — the Protected Areas of British Columbia Amendment Act, brought forward

by Environment Minister Terry Lake includes 552-hectare Denman Island Park.

It is being established as the result of private land acquisition and Crown land transfers. This park is found within the relatively rare Coastal Douglas-fir biogeoclimatic zone.

It also includes the Chickadee watershed and areas important for a number of species at risk, including the Taylor’s Checkerspot butterfly.

“The B.C. government has been establishing parks and protected areas for more than a century,” said Lake.

Support for economic development projects, including a key BC Hydro upgrade that is expected to generate 2,000 person years of employment over five years on Vancouver Island is also facilitated by Bill 5.

B.C.’s total provincial protected areas system is 13,986,106 hectares — the third-largest in

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Class A parks provide the highest level of protection of recreation and conservation values of all parks.

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great asset that is utilized 365 days of the year.”

Council agreed to the increase on the condition the additional funds be found within the budget, ensuring the increase does not cause an increase in tax rates.

Fletcher, who created the motion, noted there is $40,000 budgeted for Nautical Days, and asked if funds could be drawn from the event’s budget.

“When I see that we’re doing $40,000 for Nautical Days — and I love Nautical Days — but it’s three days out of the year, and I think $20,000 to the Sid is reasonable.”

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Week of Feb. 06 to Feb. 12, 2013

On Feb. 6th, 2013 a report was received of a theft of a homemade snowboard from a vehicle while parked on the 600 block of 11th St in Courtenay. (2013-1477) The Comox Valley RCMP received a report of a hit and run collision that took place on Feb. 6th, 2013 while the vehicle was parked on the lot at Mount Washington. (2013-1487) Police entered into a impaired driver investigation on Feb. 7th, 2013 on Centennial Dr in Courtenay. The suspect vehicle was stopped and the driver was found to have been consuming alcohol. The driver failed testing and was given a 3-day immediate roadside prohibition. Further checks showed that the driver was bound by a probation order not to consume alcohol and was already suspended from driving by a court. The driver was arrested and held in custody until he can appear in court. (2013-1492) On Feb. 7th, 2013 a report of a break, enter and theft was reported from a business on the 300 block of Old Island highway in Courtenay. The culprit entered the business and pried open a door and stole keys and money. Later in the day a male suspect was arrested for another break in and the keys were located on his person. This man was arrested and will appear in court.

(2013-1509) On Feb. 7th, 2013 a man was arrested after breaking into a business kiosk at the Costco store in Courtenay. At the time of the mans’s arrest he was found in possession of several computer related items, believed to be from other recent break ins, and the keys to a business that was broken into earlier. This man was held to appear in court . (2013-1520) Several reports were received by police that a large cougar was prowling around the Comox area. Police responded but were unable to locate the cat. BC Environment were also called. (20131523) On Feb. 8th, 2013 police received a call of a theft of a timer from the lock box located behind Highland high school. The timer is valued at $ 800.00. (2013-1528) Police received a report of a theft of a men’s hybrid road bike that had been taken from the bike rack at the Thrifty’s store in downtown Courtenay. The locked bike was a Davinci Stockholm, red in color. (2013-1532) On Feb. 8th, 2013 a counterfeit $100.00 bill was passed at a business on the 2200 block of Cliffe Ave in Courtenay. (20131536) A report of a break and enter to a residence on the 2100 block of Piercy Ave in Courtenay was called into police on Feb. 8th, 2013. Several personal items were stolen. This investigation is continuing. (2013-1537) A theft from an unlocked vehicle was reported to police on Feb. 8th, 2013. The vehicle had been parked on the 300 block of 2nd Ave when unknown culprits stolen a gym bag that contained mountain climbing gear. (2013-1539) On Feb. 8th, 2013 a report of a wilful damage to a vehicle was taken by police. The car had been parked on the 400 block of Qualicum Ave in Comox when unknown persons smashed a window. (2013-1551) Police attended a single vehicle collision on Stapley Rd in the Merville area on Feb. 8th, 2013. The driver had left the scene but witnesses were on scene. Alcohol was a factor in the collision and the driver was given a ticket for open liquor in a vehicle and a 24 hour prohibition from driving and had the vehicle towed and impounded for 24 hours as well. (2013-1563) Police attended to a report of a loud house party on the 2000 block of Herbides Cres in Courtenay, in the early morning hours of Feb. 9th, 2013. While on scene they stopped a vehicle leaving the party after it had driven through a stop sign without its lights on and found the driver had been consuming alcohol. The vehicle was towed and the driver given a 24 hour suspension.

(2013-1582) Police responded to a report of two men going through cars

on the night of Feb. 9th, 2013, on the 2200 block of Gull Ave in Comox. Several vehicles were found disturbed and two sheds had also been entered. This investigation is continuing. (2013-1583) On Feb. 10th, 2013 police received an anonymous complaint of a possible impaired driver that had been involved in a single vehicle collision. Investigation revealed that the suspect male driver had been consuming alcohol and was found at the collision scene with a possible broken jaw. This is still under investigation.

(2013-1611) On Feb. 10th, 2013 police attended to a report of a two vehicle collision in a parking lot on the 200 block of 8th St in Courtenay. The investigation revealed that the offending driver had been consuming alcohol and failed tests.

The driver was given a 90 day immediate roadside prohibition and had their vehicle towed and impounded for 30 days.

(2013-1619) Police responded to a report of a glass break at the Liquidation World on Cliffe Ave in Courtenay on Feb. 10th, 2013 . Video footage showed two young men smashing the window and entering the store. The two were identified and arrested and held in custody for release by a justice. (2013-1620) On Feb. 10th, 2013 a report of a theft from a motor vehicle was called into police. The vehicle owner reports that their unlocked vehicle was entered and some money and electronic power cords were stolen. (2013-1626) A motor vehicle collision was reported to police in the early morning hours on Feb. 11th, 2013. The single vehicle collision occurred on Comox Ave near Bay Rd in Comox. The investigation revealed that alcohol was a factor in this collision. There were no injuries. (2013-1644) Police received a report on Feb. 11th, 2013 of a mischief to a building on the 300 block of 6th St in Courtenay. Unknown culprits spray painted graffiti on the rear wall of a business at that location. (2013-1657) On Feb. 11th, 2013 police were called to a mischief to some of the town of Comox property located along Guthrie and Pritchard Rds. Several no parking signs had been pulled out of the ground and tossed in the ditch. (2013-1665) A Hornby Island resident called police on Feb. 11th, 2013 after discovering that someone had stolen diesel fuel from some stored fuel jugs at the victims residence on the 5400 block of Fowler road. (2013-1669) On Feb. 12th, 2013 police received a report of a two vehicle collision near the off ramp of Hwy 19 and the Comox Valley parkway. The investigation revealed that a dirty white cube van turned in front of car ,that was in its proper lane of travel going West bound on the parkway. The cube van contacted the car smashing off a rear view mirror. The cube van then left the scene. (20131685) An attempted break and enter was called into police on Feb. 12th, 2013 by a home owner on the 600 block of Maple Dr in Courtenay. The home owner reports finding a knife by one of his residences windows and a window broken. Entry was not gained.

(2013-1687) On Feb. 12th, 2013 police received a report of a theft from an unlocked vehicle while it was parked on the 400 block of Old Island Hwy in Courtenay. The owner reports having several items stolen which included a wallet, backpack and electronic items.

(2013-1689) A report of an attempted break and enter to a trailer was called into police on Feb. 12th, 2013. The trailer was parked on the 600 block of Anderton Rd in Comox when the attempt was made. Entry was not gained. (2013-1701) On Feb. 12th, 2013 a theft from an unlocked vehicle was reported to police. The owner reports having the vehicle parked at a residence on the 400 block of Woods Ave in Courtenay when the theft occurred. Electronic items were taken. (2013-1705)

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Justice Robert Johnston ruled that people authorized to use medical marijuana in B.C. can now legally make cookies, salves, tinctures and other edible and topical medicinals, not just smoke it. Health Canada currently allows people with licences to use cannabis only in its dried form.

The talk happens Feb. 18 at 6:30 p.m. in the Salish Building at the Lewis Centre.

Feb. 19, Tousaw and Ernie Yacub will hold a news conference at 10:30 a.m. after their court appearance at the Comox Valley courthouse.

Yacub, managerdirector of the North Island Compassion Club, has been charged with “possession for the purpose of trafficking” for providing cannabis marijuana in dried, edible, and topical forms to members of the club, some of whom have Health Canada licenses and many who don’t.

On Feb. 21 at noon, there will be a demonstration at MP John Duncan’s office 576 England Ave. in Courtenay, as part of a nationwide protest against the changes to the medical marijuana program that would eliminate personal growing licences.

People who grow their own for under $1 a gram will be forced to buy from licensed commercial producers at $8 to $10 a gram. Most won’t be able to afford it even if they can get a doctor’s prescription.

Some will continue to grow their own medicine despite the risk of mandatory minimum prison sentences.

At the end of the week, Ted Smith comes to Courtenay on his Hempology 101 Textbook tour on Feb. 23 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Lewis Centre meeting room.

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Two men sought The Comox Valley RCMP are investigating a theft that was reported to them on Feb. 13.

A local building contractor reports that two unknown men went to a building site on the 2000 block of Lambert Drive in Courtenay and stole a Wacker Plate Compactor unit valued at $2,500.

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MINISTER OF JUSTICE Shirley Bond hands out bracelets to future firefighters (top) at the Comox Fire Station as part of a provincewide campaign to have a working smoke alarm in every home in B.C. Mayor Paul Ives (above, third from left) and fire chief Gord Schreiner (second from right) receive Queenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Diamond Jubilee medals.

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Comox Mayor Paul Ives and fire chief Gord Schreiner were presented last week with Queenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Diamond Jubilee medals.

The medals were presented by Minister of Justice-Attorney General Shirley Bond and Comox Valley MLA Don McRae at a local fire safety event.

Ives was recognized not only for his civic service, but also his community involvement dating back 20 years. From his work as past-president of the Comox Rotary to his role as former chair of the Comox Recreation Commission, Ives has given generously of his time for the betterment of local citizens.

He is in his second term as mayor and represents Comox on the Municipal Insurance Authority and sits on the North Island Sunshine Coast Regional Advisory Committee.

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Friday 10th anniversary of crucial vote for airport Referendum voters cleared way for new terminal to be built in Comox Feb. 15 marks the 10th anniversary of the municipal referendum vote that made the construction of the Comox Valley Airport terminal building possible.

Many Comox Valley residents can recall a time when passengers stood outside in the rain waiting to check in for their flights. Thanks to the municipal referendum, travellers today enjoy a full service, modern facility that accommodates more than 327,000 passengers per year.

“This is an extremely important milestone in our history and it is important that we take

the time to thank all of to the Comox Valley former Yes Campaign those who helped build Airport Commission to Steering Committee our terminal; includ- help construct a new member Andrea Wagemaker. ing the Yes Campaign airport terminal.

“It is truly amazing The commission was Steering Committee, municipal taxpayers then able to leverage what can be accomand all of our stake- the grant, along with plished when we work holders and partners its own investment in together as a community. The airport who continue and the people to make the YQQ has been extremely for- who work here airport a community suc- tunate in its achievements, which are extremely close to my cess story,” would not have been possible heart and I said Comox couldn’t be Valley Airport without our current terminal more excited Commission building. to share in this chair Linda Linda Oprica milestone with Oprica. all of those “YQQ has been extremely for- the project, to obtain who made it possible.”

The Comox Valley tunate in its achieve- additional funds from ments, which would the provincial and fed- Airport terminal buildnot have been possible eral governments to ing was completed on without our current make construction of a budget and opened its new facility possible. doors to the public in terminal building.”

“As a tenant of YQQ April 2004. Since then, On Feb. 15, 2003, over 17,000 votes were I am fortunate to expe- annual passenger trafcast in the referendum rience the benefits of fic has grown by 78 and an overwhelming our airport on a daily per cent with 327,827 87.5 per cent of munici- basis as I observe the passengers served last pal taxpayers voted in positive impact it has year.

The historical fundfavour of providing a on our passengers and $4-million capital grant the community,” said ing breakdown for the construction of the terminal building is as follows: • Comox Valley Pugliese. “There will be Regional District: $4 million – for terminal a small impact.”

Bigelow said passen- building construction; • Government of ger data has identified the impact will come British Columbia: $2 from Nanaimo travel- million – for terminal lers who access flights building construction; from Comox.

“The service with the 737s will remain as what we’ve got right now,” said Bigelow, noting YQQ topped 327,000 passengers last year.

“It’s one (flight) a FRED BIGELOW day versus the three to Comox Valley Airport four a day we get out of Commission, who met here. Sort of puts it all recently with WestJet in perspective.” reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com Encore president Ferio

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• Transport Canada: $1.9 million – for aircraft apron and taxiway construction; • Canadian Airport Authority: $535,562 – for security upgrades; • Comox Valley Airport Commission: $3.3 million – for terminal building construction.

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million.

“Each time a plane lands at YQQ it generates employment and labour hours from passenger handling, baggage, cargo, food concessions and car rental agencies,” concluded Oprica. “Our airport generates a significant return on investment in terms of

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Fred Bigelow expects a new WestJet service between Nanaimo and Calgary will have only a minor impact on operations at the Comox Valley Airport.

The airline will launch a twice-daily service between the two cities in June. The service will be operated by WestJet Encore’s fleet of Bombardier Q400 NextGen aircraft.

“It’s basically a souped-up Dash 8,” said Bigelow, CEO of the

its economic impact on the Comox Valley.

“We are grateful for the community support that has contributed to the success of YQQ today and we look forward to celebrating continued success with our community in the future.”

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COMOX QUALITY FOODS will start registration next week for Q-SHOP (Seniors Helping Other People). Volunteer seniors will shop for other seniors and persons with a disability and the store will deliver the groceries.

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Seniors helped to buy groceries Record Staff Quality Foods in Comox will start registration next week for a new program to help seniors and persons with a disability with their grocery shopping.

Q-SHOP (Seniors Helping Other Seniors) will be co-ordinated by volunteer seniors and Quality Foods. Volunteer Sandy Higginson says the service is important, especially in Comox. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Because of the Valley growing, more of the people are becoming seniors and this service is really valuable for them, especially if they canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t drive anymore,â&#x20AC;? she says.

Seniors and persons with a disability can simply call the Q-SHOP direct line at 250-941-4208 and place their grocery order on Wednesdays and Thursdays between 8 a.m. and noon.

Volunteers such as Higginson will do the shopping, and then Quality Foods will deliver the groceries that day for a $5 fee.

Comox Quality Foods manager Rick Gaiga says a portion of that $5 fee will be donated to an, as yet undetermined, seniors facility to help out with things like equipment purchases. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Quality Foods feels itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to donate

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The program will officially launch on Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 27 and 28, but there will be a registration period from noon to 4 p.m. this coming Wednesday and Thursday (Feb. 20 and 21).

Q-SHOP is only offered at the Quality Foods in Comox.

Higginson says sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s excited to start helping other people with

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For more information, call the Q-SHOP line at 250-941-4208 or visit Quality Foods in Comox at 2275 Guthrie Rd.

Comox: Hugh MacKinnon, Patti Fletcher; Courtenay: RonnaRae Leonard, Manno Theos; Cumberland: Kate Greening, Gwyn Sproule.

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Jolliffe, representing the Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD), succeeds past chair Ronna-Rae Leonard, representing the City of Courtenay.

Comox Valley representatives and alternates on the VIRL board are:

With just three months to go until the next general election in B.C., the Comox Valley NDP is inviting friends and supporters, both old and new, to join them for a volunteer workshop this Sunday.

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The Village of Cumberland has received funding from the Gas Tax Program for its Official Community Plan review, which is underway.

The program is part of the agreement for the transfer of federal gas tax revenues between Canada, the Province and the Union of British Columbia Municipalities.

The $113,000 of funding previously allocated for the OCP review may be reallocated for other projects by council in its 2013 budget.

Council will begin work on its budget through March, April and May. The five-year financial plan must be approved by May 15.

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Traffic heading into and out of the neighbourhood will now be required to use the Lambert Drive connection at 20th Street. The City is notifying neighbourhood residents, emergency services and utility companies of the traffic pattern change. Signage is also being installed at both ends of the temporary access road. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; City of Courtenay

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property owner. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Back when the neighbourhood was developed in 1996, we arranged to install this temporary access road over a private lot to allow traffic to flow onto Morello Place and Lambert Drive,â&#x20AC;? explained Lagan. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This was conditional on the eventual development of other property and the extension of Lambert Drive to 20th Street. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That work didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t end up taking place until 2011 and 2012.

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The temporary access road connecting Morello Place to Arden Road will be permanently closed on March 15, 2013. All vehicle and pedestrian traffic will be required to use the Lambert Drive connection to 20th Street.

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After 17 years, the temporary access road connecting Morello Place to Arden Road in Courtenay will be permanently closed on March 15.

The access road closure will affect Morello Place, Lambert Drive and Creekside Commons residents.

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READY TO WORK Glacier View Learning Centre students proudly display certificates designating them as graduates of the intensive Job Readiness Program. They practised and absorbed the proficiencies necessary to procure a job and to become a valued employee.

Employers from the community spoke to students, giving them the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;real goodsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; on what employers want in an employee and what makes them assets to their company. For details, contact Joanne Steven, work experience co-ordinator, at joanne.steven@sd71. bc.ca.

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The Comox Valley Regional District has again deferred a 3L Developments offer to sell land in the Puntledge Triangle to the CVRD for $9 million.

On Tuesday, the CVRD committee of the whole referred the offer to its March meeting, again tabling the request which appeared on last monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s agenda. In January, the committee had directed staff to look into the matter and report back at a future meeting.

Committee chair Edwin Grieve has said 3Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plan to a create a riverfront community near Stotan Falls does not jibe with the Regional Growth Strategy.

Company spokesman Kabel Atwall said a large component of the triangle is going to be lost unless the district indicates that it wants to purchase the property. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We own that large portion of the triangle,â&#x20AC;? Atwall said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If they want that to complete the trails they have to purchase it.â&#x20AC;?

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tledge and Browns rivers, Stotan Falls and Bull Island. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We would sell it to them,â&#x20AC;? Atwall said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re trying to make it as easy as we can for them.â&#x20AC;?

If the sale does not move froward, 3L will fence off the boundaries, which would leave Stotan Falls inaccessible to the public. â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘ The committee approved a staff recommendation to remove the curling facility project from the 2013 budget.

Renovation options range from roughly $400,000 for maintenance and repairs to $3.8 million for a new facility.

Staff will work with the Comox Valley Curling Club to establish a long-term plan, including a financial strategy for the facility. â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘ The Vancouver Island Mountain Sports Society has requested $50,000 to help develop the sports centre at Mount Washington. The CVRD kicked in $38,000 last year.

The committee referred the request to its March meeting when a delegation can speak to the request.

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During these closures, ferry service between the Powell River area and Vancouver Island or Texada Island will be provided via alternate routes. These routes will operate on schedules different from the regular Little River-Westview and Blubber Bay-Westview schedules, so customers wishing to travel from early January 2014 to late March 2014 are advised to carefully check sailing times prior to travelling.

BC Ferries will be hosting a public open house in Comox to provide information about the terminal improvements, the alternate service plans and to answer any questions. This event will be held as follows:

â&#x20AC;˘ Tuesday, February 19, 2013, 7 pm to 9 pm at Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community

For information, contact: Darin Guenette, Manager, Public Affairs, BC Ferries at 1-877- 978-2385 (toll free) or darin.guenette@bcferries.com

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Fundraiser for mom, two girls A fundraiser is being held this weekend to support Zoe Norcross-Nu’u after the sudden loss of husband and father Rick Nu’u on Jan. 30.

In this unimaginably difficult time, the community has risen to care for and love her and her two young girls.

The Waverley Hotel in Cumberland is graciously hosting a fundraising event Saturday called For Zoe and the Girls. All of the evening’s proceeds will go directly to Zoe. (A huge thank you to the Waverley Hotel for their amazingly generous gift).

Local bands the Paisley Bandits, American Supine and Fiftieth Parallel, all donating their time and talents, will be onstage to entertain starting at 9 p.m.

This story has made a huge impact on local residents who have been so helping and loving.

“We all ache at the thought of what she must be going through and for those girls,” expressed a family friend. “That is why we are doing whatever it takes to help.”

Everyone is welcome to join in to support this local family. A suggested donation of $10 at the door is being requested.

Check the Waverley’s Facebook page for further details.

AGM for Nature Comox Valley Nature will present the work of two well-loved longstanding members, Jennifer Harrison and Krista Kaptein.

Each will make 30-minute presentations prior to the annual general meeting of Comox Valley Nature this Sunday at 7 p.m. at the Filberg Centre.

Krista Kaptein is a past-president of CVN. She was responsible

for the very successful digitalized Comox Valley Viewing Guide.

Harrison’s talk, entitled Two Naturalists’ Ramble in Costa Rica will offer an introduction to the flora and fauna of Costa Rica.

For more about CVNS, visit http:// comoxvalleynaturalist.bc.ca or phone Loys Maingon at 250-3310143.

— Comox Valley Nature

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ZOE NORCROSS NU’U, now-deceased husband Rick and their girls are seen in happier times.

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“This small scale, spur of the moment action was timed

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U.S. reaching out to citizens around the world for taxes Many individuals may not be aware of their U.S. citizenship status. If you were born in the U.S. or born in Canada to U.S. citizen parents, the fact that you do not have a U.S. passport or that you never lived or worked in the U.S. does not necessarily mean that you are not a U.S. citizen. In fact, these persons may have been evading their filing obligations without realizing it! U.S. citizens residing in Canada must file both Canadian and U.S. income tax returns every year.

Individuals born to one U.S. citizen or who have held a U.S. greencard may also be required to file and should investigate their obligations.

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limited to – Bank Accounts, RRSPs, RESP, Locked-In RRSP, LIFs, RRIFs, TFSA, pensions, annuities, Interest in Canadian Companies, Trusts, Mutual Funds and Controlled Foreign Corporations if any exceed $10,000 USD in value.

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dents have not be filing as they should, and will wonder why fuss now? Beginning in 2014, under the new Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA), non-U.S. financial institutions such as Canadian banks, brokerage firms and insurance companies will be required to identify and report on accounts held for U.S. persons or withhold punitive U.S. withholding tax on U.S.-source payments.

There may be substantial penalties and, in some rare cases, criminal proceedings associated with failing to file U.S. income tax returns, information returns and other disclosures. Failure to file may also create problems at the border when travelling to the U.S. or may prevent or delay family members’ U.S. citizenship applications forms in the future.

Affected Canadian residents/U.S. citizens need

to be aware that planning needs are different for them.

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Index. However, it is important to realize Today, you may be much more interested that the index is narrowly focused on just in preserving your hard-earned capital three sectors – financials, energy and matethan the potential for investment growth. rials, while opportunities exist in the other Extreme market volatility in recent years seven sectors. There are also opportunities may have amplified your emotions, to the that exist across the border. As the adage point where you may fear your investment goes, you don’t want to put all your eggs in decisions, one way or another.

The current climate is further complicated one basket, so it would be sensible for investors to adequately diversify their investby the fact that we are in a period of historiments. cally low interest rates and the returns on For the current investment environment, interest-bearing investments are such that consider structuryou may be questioning your portfolio in ing whether you will There seems to be a growa way such that an outlive your investing mistrust in money itself, increase in interest ments.

Also there seems largely due to the unprecedented rates will not adversely affect your overall to be a growing misscale of money-printing by the strategy. If not losing trust in money itself, world’s central banks. your money is your largely due to the primary concern, ease unprecedented scale your anxiety by taking the time to ensure of money-printing by the world’s central that you have a well-diversified investment banks.

This leaves you in something of a predica- strategy that matches your goals, risk tolerance and investment objectives. ment as to how best to position your investFor more information, please contact Rob ments to meet your objectives. It is quite understandable that you may prefer to leave Wolfe, Associate Portfolio Manager, Odlum Brown Limited at 250-703-0637 or rwolfe@ investing alone altogether. However, doing odlumbrown.com. nothing and leaving everything in cash The information contained herein is for would not be rational, given that inflation erodes the buying power of your hard earned general information purposes only and is not intended to provide financial, legal, accountcapital over time. ing or tax advice and should not be relied For most of 2012, Canadian investors upon in that regard. Many factors unknown have turned to bond funds as a safe haven to Odlum Brown Limited may affect the and these funds have done well. Although if applicability of any matter discussed herein interest rates rise, bonds tend to fall so they to your particular circumstances. You should may not be as favourable for your risk and consult directly with your financial advisor reward needs. before acting on any matter discussed herein.

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What type of funeral is best when you’re planning ahead?

When you are pre-planning your or a loved one’s service, it may help to know the difference between types of possible services. The following contains descriptions of four kinds of services: funeral service, commitment service, memorial service, and online tributes. There is a simple process you can go through to help decide how to create a fitting service.

The Funeral Service A funeral service is one in which the body is present.

At most funerals a member of the clergy presides and the service is held within three days of the death. The casket is usually closed during the service although it may be opened at the end for a viewing. Following the service, the body is buried or cremated.

The Committal Service The committal (or commitment) service is held at the graveside before the body is buried or at the crematory before the cremation.

When held at the graveside, this ceremony is sometimes called the interment service.

The Memorial Service Although the body is not present during a memorial

service a viewing may be held beforehand if desired.

Disposition may take place either before or after the service. You can hold a memorial service instead of a funeral or in addition to it. For instance, you might have a funeral in the town where the person lived and died and a memorial service later in the town where your loved one grew up.

Online Tribute You can create an online memorial before or after the person’s death and include biography, eulogy, and a place for memories to be shared and recorded. This option is ideal if family and friends are located far away and cannot attend a traditional service.

Create the Right Service If you are thinking about a funeral or memorial service as the best way to say farewell what are your goals for this service? Take a moment to write down your ideas.

• To create a ceremony that celebrates your loved one’s life.

• To help myself and the other survivors express our

grief and to comfort each other.

Your own goals might include reaffirming spiritual values, or healing old family wounds or even helping your loved one to make the transition from this life to the next, if this is your belief. All the other choices you make – from the type of casket to the form of the ceremony – will be easier if your initial goals for the funeral service are clear.

Before planning the details, spend a few moments visualizing the kind of service you want. Once you have a picture in mind the next questions become: • How can I best accomplish these goals?

• How do I turn these goals into a specific funeral or memorial service?

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Good debt or bad debt? Take this quick quiz to see you a good long credit history. However, running up your credit cards (past 30% of the limit), and making only minimum payments is a recipe for financial problems. You’ll pay large sums of interest, and find yourself in a battle with unmanageable debt.

MORTGAGE: good debt or bad debt This one is easier. Mortgages are almost always good debt. Canadians are benefiting from historically low mortgage rates, and real estate is still an excellent long-term investment in most areas of Canada.

A mortgage lets you build wealth in your home by using low-interest debt.

Be sure to talk to us first.

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INVESTMENTS: good debt or bad debt Borrowing to invest can be good debt if the investments help improve your overall financial position.

In some cases, the interest

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In addition to putting the power of compounding to work for you, Hamza adds that saving in a Registered Retirement Savings Plan

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Any contributions you make in an RRSP are taxdeductible, and you don’t pay tax on your earnings until you withdraw the money. “Together, tax deferral and compound growth pack a one-two punch for growing your savings,” says Hamza.

The compound interest calculator at www.GetSmarterAboutMoney.ca can show you how savings can grow over time.

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How did you score? If you recognize some bad debt behaviours in your own financial habits, don’t panic.

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CAR LOAN: good debt or bad debt Here’s an example of a purchase that will decline in value. A vehicle begins depreciating the moment you drive it off the lot. For many Canadians, a car is a necessity. But; a) don’t buy more vehicle than you need, and; b) talk to us about using low mortgage rates to cut your overall interest costs on a vehicle purchase.

BUY NOW PAY LATER: good debt or bad debt Just say no. This “enjoy now” purchasing trap has been a slippery slope for many Canadians in debt.

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Have you started saving for retirement? No matter what your age, the answer for most adults should be “yes.”

According to a recent study by the Investor Education Fund (IEF), more than four-in-10 Canadians (44 per cent) aren’t saving or investing for retirement.

On average, the most common reasons for not saving or investing were lack of income (48 per cent) and too much debt (27 per cent).

“Many people seem overwhelmed by the demands on their finances, but the reality is that the sooner you start saving for retirement, the better off you’ll be,” says Tom Hamza, the president of IEF. “Even if you start small, investing over 30 years or longer has a powerful effect on growth.”

The value of compound growth is that the longer you save, even small amounts can grow significantly. For example, if you invest just five dollars a day for 30 years at an interest rate of five per cent, your

expense on money borrowed for non-registered investments is tax-deductible.

Many Canadians will also borrow money to maximize their RRSP contributions.

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No one really likes the idea of “debt”. It represents something that is owed: an obligation. But not all debt is actually “bad.” The trick is to have “good debt” and not “bad debt.” Good debt can bring you closer to your financial goals. Bad debt gets in the way of wealth.

Can you tell good debt from bad? Try our quick quiz: CREDIT CARDS: good debt or bad debt Okay, this is a bit of a trick question. Credit cards are extremely helpful as a way to generate credit history. A great way to establish a credit rating is to activate and use a low-interest credit card. Pay the balance each month, and keep your very first credit card for as long as you can – because it gives

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International Baccalaureate program returning The International Baccalaureate Program at Highland is getting ready for its second year, starting in September of 2013.

“Right now we are processing applications for current Grade 10 students who wish to be a part of the IB program in the fall,” states program co-ordinator Andrew Black.

“We welcome students from across the district and beyond and are anticipating our first international student this year. We have excellent candidates from Vanier and Isfeld, in addition to those from Highland.”

Fortunately, Highland still has some room for students interested in rising to the challenge of the academically rigorous IB diploma. The attraction of honours-level courses in Grades 11 and 12, the possibility of earning first-year university or college credit, the focus on international and intercultural understanding, and the emphasis on personal growth are central to an IB education.

“An IB diploma is recognized worldwide.

educational opportunities of valley students,” says Black.

For more information or to register, please check out the IB program at Highland’s

always had access to an excellent education. Having access to the world’s most recognized and respected academic credentials further enhances the

website (www.highlandsecondary.ca) or contact Andrew Black at Andrew.Black@sd71. bc.ca.

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INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE STUDENTS explore their creativity in a visual art class.

A student who earns an IB diploma will be very well-prepared for his or her post-secondary studies,” states Highland principal Lyneita Swanson. “Studies consistently reveal that IB learners are better able to meet the academic challenges they will face at university or college.

“Their acceptance rates are higher, as are their retention rates and their grades. They are also eligible for generous IB-specific scholarships.”

But IB is not all about academics. It takes a holistic approach to

education, emphasizing artistic, creative, and social growth.

“All IB diploma students also complete the CAS component of the program,” explains Rob Grantham, Highland’s CAS co-ordinator. “CAS stands for Creativity, Action, and Service, and it engages students in creative endeavours, physical activities, and service to others. IB strives to create wellrounded, contributing citizens who are aware of the wider world and involved in making it a better place.”

IB students do not have to be geniuses.

They do have to be motivated to succeed and curious about the world around them. A strong work ethic is crucial.

Students currently in Grade 9 can prepare for IB by taking honours courses in their Grade 10 year. Highland offers a full suite of Grade 10 honours courses, taught primarily by IB-trained teachers and designed to prepare students for the IB program. Taking French to the Grade 10 level is strongly recommended.

“Students in the Comox Valley have

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KING OF HEARTS from the Lamprocapnos genus is a good flower around Valentine’s Day. PHOTO BY LESLIE COX

Valentine flowers for sweethearts Dang it! They have done it again! The scientists, I mean.

They have gone and changed the name of another plant. This time they are messing around with an old garden favourite... bleeding heart.

That lovely, rolloff-your-tongue name, Dicentra, is no more.

Try Lamprocapnos on for size. Trust me...it is harder to remember how to spell, too.

Actually, I did some checking when I came across the chance article informing me of this change. Way back when, bleeding heart was originally assigned to the Fumaria genus

by Linnaeus in 1753 but was then moved to the Capnorchis genus in 1797. From there it became a Dicentra, then a Diclytra, a Dieltra and a Eucapnos before winding up as Dicentra once again.

Enter the era of genetics and DNA. Time to settle bleeding heart’s parentage once and for all. And guess what?

They discovered in 1997 our bleeding heart is more closely related to the other seven species in the Lamprocapnos genus over all of the other six genus that have foster-cared it up to now. Yet one more name change.

I guess it is nice to finally be getting things set straight but even the Royal Horticultural Society was reluctant to give up bleeding heart’s Dicentra designation. It took them until 2006 to make the name change official.

And you will notice the nurseries are even more reluctant to give up on Dicentra as evidenced by their refusal to make new name

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At least we have the common name, bleeding heart, to fall back on. But don’t stop there.

As many Latin names as Dicentra has used up, it has even more common names attached to its stems.

Dutchman’s breeches and Chinaman’s breeches are likely familiar to many gardeners but I found a few that I didn’t know... lock and keys, lyre flower, seal flower and my favourite, lady in the bath.

And there is one more common name... valentine flower.

It was an absolute fluke I had chanced on the article about the Dicentra name change and decided to write about it in my column... the column scheduled to be published right around Valentine’s Day. However, I do have one problem...a bleeding heart for my sweetheart, so to speak. I had found a comment that claimed florists used the valentine flowers in bouquets for Valentine’s Day. Looking through my

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photos...all of our various Dicentra, oops! I mean Lamprocapnos species, do not come into bloom until the end of April, early May. Definitely too late for my Valentine bouquet.

••• I spoke about genetics earlier.

A good time to remind everyone that our local Seedy Saturday event is just around the corner, on March 2. This is an awesome opportunity to get those lovely open-pollinated seeds just in time to start this year’s garden.

Another bonus... these seeds have been grown out on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. Some seeds have even been grown out for years locally.

That means those seeds have acquired traits to better withstand growing conditions particular to our part of the world.

One last word of caution.

While I could find references fresh cobs of GMO sweet corn had made it onto grocery shelves in 2012, I have not yet found any direct reference of GMO sweet corn seeds available to home gardeners. But that is not to say the seeds may be offered for sale in some 2013 seed catalogues.

Always err on the side of caution with sweet corn. Buy organ-

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disease and other dementias, and the challenges of receiving a diagnosis. They will also learn about the different types of support available throughout the dementia journey.

People with a diagnosis of early dementia, care partners and family members are all invited to attend.

Pre-registration is required. To sign up,

call Courtenay Recreation at 250-338-1000 or 250-338-5371. Donations would be gratefully accepted.

For more information on Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, contact Hope toll-free at 1-800-462-2833, e-mail jhope@azheimerbc.org, or visit www. alzheimerbc.org.

— Alzheimer Society of B.C.

PARENT INFORMATION NIGHT “Sexual Integrity Education Program”

Stan Hagen Theatre Tuesday, Feb. 19 • 7 to 8:30 pm Working regularly with teens who find themselves faced with unplanned pregnancies and STI’s, the Comox Valley Pregnancy Care Centre is seeking to be proactive in educating young people about the possible effects of sexual activity.

If you are curious about what our program has to offer young people of the Comox Valley please attend our information night.

Admission is FREE!

Thank you to our volunteers, participants, donors and sponsors for making this year’s event a huge success.

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The North Island Investors Group Walk for Memories raised more than $6,200 this year!

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Special thanks to the Drewry Electrical Lightning Hockey Girls (Tara Dickson, Talia Boschman, Kaela Giomo and Brittany Dame) and the CV Rugby Rascals (Jade, Hunter, Aubree and Ronan) Special thanks to the City of Courtenay and Courtenay Recreation Staff for accommodating our event.

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Leslie Cox co-owns Growing Concern Cottage Garden in Black Creek. Her website is at www.duchessofdirt. ca and her column appears every second Friday in the Record.

If you assemble three Courtenay residents in a room, chances are good one of them knows someone with Alzheimer’s disease.

That’s how prevalent the disease has become, according to the nonprofit Alzheimer Society of B.C. The statistics are more than just numbers for Jane Hope, the society’s support and education co-ordinator for the Comox Valley.

She works with local families every day who are affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias — people just like the 36 per cent of Canadians who know someone who is living with the disease.

To help local families, the society will run a free introductory workshop, Getting to Know Dementia on Feb. 21 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Lower Native Sons Hall, 360 Cliffe Ave. Participants will receive basic information about Alzheimer’s

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Valley residents faced job loss Every Friday we feature Valley history taken from our back issues.

Five years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: After the announcement that Elk Falls sawmill in Campbell River would close by May, a local union representative said Comox Valley residents would be out of work, too.

About 257 hourly and staff employees were going to be out of work when TimberWest Forest Corp. said it would permanently close the site. About 30 to 40 per cent or more of those employees lived in the Comox Valley, according to Communications, Energy and Paperworks union representative Scott Doherty.

“The industry is in huge turmoil right now,” he said. “It’s not a particularly good time to be losing your job.

There are not a lot of good paying jobs in our community to replace (the sawmill jobs).”

Ten years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: The Comox Valley strongly voted in

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RENEE ANDOR favour of a new airport terminal for the Valley during a referendum.

Airport CEO Chuck Fast said the 87.5 in favour vote would push the proposed new terminal onto the fast track for federal funding.

“We were hoping for

Island Snowmobile Hill Climb competition.

Nearly 50 snowmobilers competed in a variety of classes, including juniors, ladies, vintage and open modified, (in which anything went).

Spectators watched as snowmobilers put on a show of jumps, wheelies and very fast uphill racing.

Twenty years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: Madonna’s controversial book Sex was

The industry is in huge turmoil ❝ right now. It’s not a particularly good time to be losing your job. ❞Scott Doherty 80 per cent and to come away with 87 will give us a very strong message to take to Ottawa,” said Fast. “When we come looking for money, they will know we are serious.”

Fifteen years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: Snowmobilers from all over the Island came to Forbidden Plateau to test their skills in the first-ever Vancouver

going to hit the shelves of Vancouver Island regional libraries.

Five copies were purchased and 160 people quickly signed up to borrow the book.

“We got the book in because we had so many requests for it,” said Sher O’Hara,

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co-ordinator of collections development in Nanaimo, adding library policies include freedom of expression.

“People did not just ask for the book, but actually took the time to fill out a purchase suggestion form.”

Twenty-five years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record: Talks around building a road from Cowichan to the Comox Valley via Port Alberni were picking up steam.

A committee made up of political and economic representatives from the three areas was formed to lobby government for the route.

Cumberland Mayor Bronco Moncrief, who had a seat on the committee, noted the idea had been discussed since the 1930s and would be positive for Cumberland.

“We wouldn’t be on a dead end anymore and it would bring the lake to the fore,” he said.

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Focus on coping, not separation from your spouse Question: We recently learned that my husband will be going away to work for an extended period. He will be home for a couple of short visits, but will be gone for the better part of 10 months.

I think I could have handled this a year ago, but am worried about how I will handle it now. The problem is this â&#x20AC;&#x201D; we have a new baby. She is six months old and we are enjoying her so much. She loves playing with her dad and laughs when he walks into the room.

Since finding out that he will be leaving, we are so sad thinking about everything he is going to miss with her. I am also freaking out about how I am going to manage everything on my own, especially since I am quite nervous about being a new mom and none of our family lives nearby to help out.

How will I manage?

How can we stop feeling so sad and enjoy our last few weeks together before he has to leave?

Answer: Work absences always present challenges for families.

Workloads double for the remaining parent, routines are disrupted for everyone, and it is hard to adjust to the

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LESLIE WELLS leaving and to readjust to the returning.

Many jobs do require regular absences and if this is going to be the norm in your family, it is a good idea to start figuring out how you will cope now.

by sharing these things when you talk. He will be able to enjoy her and will feel excited about all her milestones, too.

Make plans for contact while he is away.

If he will have cell and Internet service, there are a lot of options for video contact â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Skype, Face Time, Whatsapp are a few. With these options, it is almost like being there in person.

Text contact through messaging systems and e-mail are great (and fast) options for regu-

My first suggestion is to start â?? focusing on how you are going to cope rather than on how bad itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to be.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t lament everything that he will be missing with your daughter.

â?&#x17E; Leslie Wells

Any good plan for coping needs to be developed by both of you so that even though you will be physically separated, you both have input into how the family runs and you can feel like part of a team.

My first suggestion is to start focusing on how are going to cope rather than on how bad itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to be. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t lament everything that he will be missing with your daughter.

Instead, think about keeping him up to date

lar contact. Phone calls are great, too. And, you might even consider some old-fashioned letter writing. Whatever means you have for staying in touch, do it as frequently as your schedules and time zones will allow.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t avoid the good things. Instead, try to enjoy each otherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s experiences vicariously.

Conversely, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t avoid talking about the challenges at home for fear of making your husband feel helpless or frustrated. He might

have some good solutions. Conversations only about problems arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t usually that satisfying for either person, so look for a good balance.

Have a plan for handling household and vehicle emergencies.

Make sure you have numbers for housing, the bank, an auto repair shop, and your insurance company. If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t already have one, open a joint account for handling emergency expenses.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t spend your days in limbo waiting for your husbandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s next visit home. Instead, plan something enjoyable for yourself; something that you will look forward to during his absence.

Keep busy. Meet with friends, particularly others with babies.

If you are new to the Valley and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t yet have friends, make some fast! Try to find other women who live with workplace absences and deal with them very well. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t spend too much time around people who view this absence negatively and make you or your husband feel worse about it.

Make a list of household projects like making curtains, or organizing storage, or setting up a home

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Executive coach to reveal secrets of success

MARY CROWLEY, RIGHT, shows fellow coach Jeanie Paterson resources that complement Coaching Out of the Box workshops.

For years, the world’s most innovative organizations have used executive coaching to enhance organizational effectiveness, increase profits and productivity, foster staff engagement and interpersonal communication, and successfully realize their vision, aspirations and goals.

This month, local professionals will have the opportunity to discover what the Fortune 500 set have known all along – how proven coaching techniques can take their organizations from mere success to thriving excellence.

Island construction down in 2012 Construction activity in the Vancouver Island and Coast region declined in the fourth quarter to close out a down year for the industry.

“The decline was widespread across the region but mainly outside the Victoria metropolitan area,” said Greg Baynton, CEO of the Vancouver Island Construction Association.

Data is contained in a new quarterly VICA report which includes information about activity in construction employment, building permits issued, nonresidential building construction invest-

VICA ment and major projects for the Island.

Construction employment was lower in 2012 as were building permits in the entire region. One bright spot was a gain in commercial building permits in Victoria and the rest of the Island. Another was an increase in Victoria residential permits.

Non-residential building construction costs edged lower in the fourth quarter and finished the year with a modest rise. Lower energy costs were the main factor.

The Major Projects Inventory recorded a decline in the value of proposed projects for the region in the third quarter. However, the good news is an increase in projects under construction.

“The near term out-

look is for a seasonal rise in construction activity but for trends to remain down or low,” Baynton said. “The region’s economic and population growth will remain modest this year, and as a result, construction activity.”

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Cooking up support Last summer, Marine Harvest Canada’s salmon barbeque cooked up over $15,000 of support for local charities from the Comox Valley to Port Hardy. Marine Harvest Canada is now booking fundraising events for the 2013 summer barbeque season. If your charity or society is interested, please see our guidelines and application at www.MarineHarvestCanada.com Deadline for application submission is Friday, March 15th.

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Student assessment tricky Want to rile up a teacher? Raise the issue of the Foundation Skills Assessment tests.

B.C. Education Minister Don McRae was in Parksville recently and he was asked about the FSAs. He said all the right things (“It’s a snapshot of that day”), unless you wanted to hear him say FSAs should be immediately abolished.

It’s a tricky piece of business, this student assessment thing. Any kind of testing is going to be a snapshot of that day, isn’t it?

The real issues centre around accountability.

This may be a terrible generalization, but from what we’ve heard from teachers and their professional association over the years, exercises in accountability are misguided and should be left to educators themselves, an in-house exercise with little or no public exposure.

That’s not good enough.

Unless a school operates with 100 per cent private funding, the nature of taxpayer-funded entities dictates some kind of accounting, some kind of bang-for-the-buck scrutiny by someone or some group of someones who are not directly involved in the day-to-day spending of those public dollars.

Assessing schools, students and teachers is not a cut-and-dried exercise, however. Schools in neighbourhoods where the children barely get enough to eat, where they go home to witness or fall victim to abuse or witness constant drinking and drug use, are not always going to do well when it comes to raw test results.

Data shows children do much better in school when they come from two-parent homes where mom and dad are educated, hold good jobs and are engaged in their kids’ education.

So, what’s the answer?

The teachers would have you believe the general public should just leave it to them. Some in government and unnamed institutes would suggest the employment future for a teacher should be tied to student achievement numbers. As per usual, something in the middle will be the best Parksville-Qualicum Beach News route.

Record Question of the Week This week: Twenty-seven per cent of respondents said they will miss the penny, which is being phased out. Next week: Have you already decided who you will vote for in the B.C. election in May? Visit www.comoxvalleyrecord. com and vote in the Poll on the mainpage.

Peo People who risk their lives to save others are heroes, which is why it’s so fitting that Comox Valley resident Daniel Livingston received a medal for bravery.

It’s sad that the heritage train station in Courtenay has been allowed to fall into disrepair. Repairs will hopefully commence soon to fix a leaky roof.

Milk facts right from farmer Dear editor, I read with interest a recent letter (Record, Feb. 7) titled “Why do we pay so much for what we buy?”

I certainly cannot speak to the entire letter, as there were a number of issues that were brought up by the author. One thing I can do, though, is to bring perspective on the author’s opening questions regarding milk.

First, I want to commend the author for his interest in reducing the carbon footprint and buying local. In a time where government is seeking to broaden free trade with as many countries as possible, it is heartwarming to know that some consumers care about a safe product, produced locally, for the local market.

When it comes to milk, the author is correct in outlining that there is a price regulation committee that operates through provincial and federal powers to consult consumers, processors

and farmers to set the base price for milk for farmers.

This, though, does not regulate what processors and retailers do when it comes to selling this product on the store shelf. Consequently, the prices will vary from store to store and that is reflected in this person’s experience recently.

If the example given is correct, I’m not sure we need an investigative reporter to report on the fact that one store is selling a particular companys milk for 24.5 cents more per litre over another company’s milk.

There is just some good competition going on here to grab a little more of the market share and it seems to have worked as Mr. Netterville expressed that he would certainly not pay this extra amount.

While I’m on the subject, I thought it best to inform the consumer that milk on Vancouver Island is produced in Victoria under the Island Farms label

and it is also produced here in Courtenay under the Dairyland label.

This is indeed very local.

As for most other labels here in B.C., they would mostly come from the Lower Mainland and still would be considered local under the 100 Mile Rule, which many of us follow.

Milk is one of the purest foods that we have, produced locally and very nutritious. It is also one of the cheapest health foods that we consume.

I’m proud to produce milk and would be glad to open up my farm to interested people once the warmer weather comes if this readership would be interested in learning more about milk and the benefits we receive from milk.

Dave Taylor, Comox Valley Editor’s note: Dave Taylor is a local dairy farmer who can be e-mailed at 24hourfarmer@ gmail.com.

CVEDS board, mission explained Dear editor, Who or what is the Comox Valley Economic Development Society?

Having sat on the board for the past 15 years and currently on my way out as past president I could not miss this opportunity to counter some of the negative press and misunderstanding over CVEDS. We are a society with half our board consisting of local politicians representing the City, the Town, the Village, rural areas A, B, C and First Nations. The other half of our board are non-politicians elected by the politicians on the board.

What we try to do is promote the Comox Valley, attract new business, and try and retain

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existing businesses. We do this to create jobs, hopefully improve our standard of living and increase the tax base that supports arts, culture and recreational activities within the

Valley.

What we do not do is sit in judgment on the types of economic activities that come to our door; we leave those decisions to local governments or the Province.

The staff at CVEDS takes direction from the board and their strategic plan (we are currently in the process of creating a new five-year plan) to determine where we spend our limited resources.

Unfortunately, we cannot support every economic opportunity that may come our way and have to make some difficult decisions on where we can get the most value for our efforts.

J. Murray Presley, Courtenay

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Transport totally unacceptable

MUSICIAN JESSE RUBEN recently visited the Comox Valley after his song We Can became the anthem for the I Can movement in School District 71.

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I Can instead of Can I? Dear editor, For the past few years, many of our elementary students have been involved in self-directed community service projects called I Can. Inspired by the work of Kiran Bir Sethi, a teacher in India and her students, the I Can model is the largest global movement designed to give young people an opportunity to express their own ideas for a better world and put them into action.

Using the simple four-step framework (Feel, Imagine, Share,

Location won’t alter Dear editor, The recent letter re “planners thinking” leaves me to think that the writer wasn’t thinking either.

Of course if the bridge is closed and the hospital is located on the west side, then this leaves us poor suckers on the east side in the same predicament, although we on this side know there is another bridge, two in fact.

There seems to be thinking that our elected officials are not listening. I would argue that they listened; that is why we got two hospitals, and not one located in the middle of nowhere with no services nearby and requiring medical staff to spend hours per week commuting from their offices to the hospital.

Is this location ideal? No, but then we can never satisfy everyone.

Paul Ellegood, Area B

Do) children in our school district and across the world are saying I Can instead of Can I? As many parents are aware, the school district brought New York-based singersongwriter Jesse Ruben to the Valley to perform for, and work with, our students.

Jesse’s song We Can has become an anthem in our district for the I Can movement. During Jesse’s visit, Zac Whyte, a well-known videographer and community builder in the Comox Valley, filmed the official We Can video with the students of École Puntledge Park Elementary School. It was a powerful coming together of an inspir-

ing song and artist, the creative talent of Zac Whyte and the remarkable work of Puntledge students.

The link to the video is www.youtube.com/ watch?v=59Aj9E5lCn0 or it can be viewed on the school district website at www.sd71.bc.ca. École Puntledge Park has a goal of 100,000 views for their We Can video and we hope that the families in the Comox Valley School District will watch the video and share it with others.

Kevin Reimer Editor’s note: Kevin Reimer, recently named one of Canada’s Outstanding Principals, is the principal at École Puntledge Park Elementary School in Courtenay.

Dear editor, I am writing about my recent experience in being transported by Life Support Patient Transport from Victoria General Hospital to St. Joseph’s General Hospital.

This was a return trip and procedure all done within the one day.

I was picked up at 8:30 p.m. from my bed to return and taken down the elevator on a stretcher and into the vehicle operated by Life Support Patient Transport. We then drove to Duncan’s Tim Hortons, as I was desperate for a washroom.

I had been cold at the beginning of our trip and ask for the heat to be put on. I was told the thermostat was not working on the heater, so please to let them know when I was warm. I had to ask again for some heat, so they then tossed another blanket over me. I was not asked at any point in my trip about my comfort level.

The trip was frustrating, painful and agonizing. Due to the lack of suspension in the vehicle, it was jarring my body constantly; so it was necessary for me to brace myself as well as possible. I had an extremely sore and painful back and buttocks after some time.

The driver also seemed to have difficulty staying centered in the lane and was

frequently going onto the rumble strips at the side of the road.

Any acceleration from a stop or extreme slowdown, seemed to allow diesel exhaust fumes in, which was also very unpleasant.

Upon returning to the Comox Valley, I was told that they would be stopping at the driver’s home to drop him off, as he had

been working since 6 a.m. Rumble strips?

So, the only person left to drive me on to the hospital was the attendant. Upon our arrival at the nurses’ station at St. Joseph’s, it was commented (while looking up at the clock), “You must have been travelling to get here by this time! (not even knowing that there had been

two stops in that time period).”

One would think that VIHA would be able to supply medical transport for patients with safety, air quality, comfort and professional caring staff.

I truly found this experience totally unacceptable.

E.W. Shaw, Comox

Two hospitals bad idea Dear editor, B. Mellin’s letter (Record, Feb. 8) has finally persuaded me to write to the editor for the first time.

We completely agree with her; our apathy over the hospital site is appalling!

We assumed common sense would eventually prevail, but that hasn’t happened, and is no excuse for our silence.

It might very well be too late, but can we speak up rather than waiting to say, “We told you so?”

We lived in Port Alice for 39 years, and thought by retiring and moving to the Comox Valley, with a new, state-of-the art hospital,

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our long journeys for medical care would be over. It seems that won’t be the case at all.

What will we be gaining after spending a huge amount of taxpayer money? It makes no sense to build two hospitals, splitting the resources and staff, not to mention the proposed location.

What can we do at this late date?

Sadly, we have remained silent for too long. Can we start a petition, have a meeting for concerned citizens, protest in some way?

It may be beyond our control, but we have to finally be heard!

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Don’t be surprised about homeless people on streets Dear editor, When should I shop for the box I am going to be living in?

I am sitting in my home contemplating where or what will happen in my future.

Will I even have a home, where am I going to get the kind of income I need to keep going?

My husband and myself have moved a lot in the 31 years of our marriage, following the work, renting homes wherever we needed to go, raising two wonderful kids along the way.

My mother passed away in 2003 and my father joined us as we kept on moving around. In 2008 we ended up in Comox, loved the area and finally decided to use our savings and buy a home, which we did in August of 2011. Both of us are in our early 50s.

Unfortunately, my husband had his first heart attack that same month, which again unfortunately for us was when our banker, that helped us with our mortgage, asked us if she had told us about the mortgage insurance we could have had on our home.

When we told her she didn’t, she apologized and informed us that it was now too late because we were no longer eligible as now there were health issues and could we sign a paper stating we would not have bought it anyway, which we did because we had enough to deal with, as my husband was just recently home from surgery.

Well, he passed the end of October of that same year. He only lived in his new home for two months. He left no large life insurance policy, just enough to have a small service and a cremation.

I am eligible for 30 per cent of his old age pension, which is $453.

A month. Well it’s obvious I can’t afford a mortgage, taxes, utilities and groceries with that. So now my dad helps and my daughter has moved back home (which she probably would have had to anyway because her so-called full-time/ part-time job is a dead end when it comes to giving her enough hours to earn a decent living).

I had a little savings but knew I would have to find a job, which so far has been really dif-

ficult.

I have to have a full-time job that pays a decent wage to maintain the necessities (which, believe me, include no frills) but most jobs out there

for people who are in customer service are these full-time, parttime positions that just don’t give you enough hours because they want to avoid having to give their

employees benefits.

Seriously though, even if a full-time, part-time job gave me the whole 37 hours a week for four weeks at $10.50 an hour, I would earn not quite $1,400 a

month, which does not even pay my mortgage.

I’m guessing that one of the serious flaws in my interview for jobs is that I request full-time. So far I have been told on

just about every interview that the company is only looking to fill part-time positions.

I guess my whole point is that trying to find employment in B.C. for someone like

me is very difficult and people shouldn’t be surprised that we have homeless people my age out on the streets.

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Be very bright, you pedestrians At the beginning of last around your right upper December I wrote about my arm, or better still, both experiences as a pedestri- upper arms and you are an at night in the Lower ready to face the dark as a Mainland of B.C. and how bright pedestrian.

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BEHIND THE WHEEL them to blink tends to draw This time I’m the eye of other going to admire road users, my neighbour IM making you who goes out in more visible all weather to CHEWE and more likely walk her dogs. to be yielded to When it’s or passed by at dark she wears a safe distance. a white LED Not stylish, There are headlight with you say?

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2013

COURTENAY, B.C.

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Indigo Girls coming Vancouver Island MusicFest confirmed Wednesday morning that the Indigo Girls would headline the main stage during the 2013 festival.

“Deciding to book the Indigo Girls for the 2013 festival may be the easiest decision I get to make this year,” pronounced Doug Cox, artistic director. “Our audience has been asking for them for a long time and we are excited to deliver this remarkably talented band this year.”

And no wonder MusicFest audiences have been asking Cox for the Indigo Girls.

With more then 12 million records sold, seven gold and four platinum albums plus seven Grammy nominations — and one win — the Indigo Girls have earned the lasting respect and devotion of a multi-generational audience, which continues to experience their creative evolution in the studio and on stage.

Decades into their career, the Indigo Girls still amaze conventional pundits with their ability to grow and thrive in an everchanging and challenging music industry.

Emily Saliers and Amy Ray began performing together in high school, transferred their honest, urgent performing style onto the stages of countless small clubs, then saw their public profile take off with the 1989 release of their self-titled breakthrough album that included the first hit Closer To Fine.

They went on to win Best Contemporary Folk Recording at the 1990 Grammys.

The duo’s constant touring, as well as staunch dedication to a number of social and environmental causes, has earned them a fervidly devoted following over

THE INDIGO GIRLS — Amy Ray and Emily Saliers — are the second headlining act to be announced for MusicFest 2013. the years.

Indigo Girls released their 14th studio album Beauty Queen Sister in October 2011.

A beautifully crafted album richly textured with ruminations on modern-world worries while still celebrating the extraordinary in everyday living.

Indigo Girls join the growing list of outstanding acts scheduled to perform during the 2013 Vancouver Island MusicFest.

American singer-songwriter-rocker John Hiatt was announced last month as one of the headliners.

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tival 2013 happens July 12 to 14 at the Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds.

For tickets, up-to-date artist announcements and complete festival information, go to www. islandmusicfest.com — Vancouver Island Music Festival

Art is as individual as the people who create it and that is no exception for three artists in residence at Art Alchemy Studio/ Gallery.

All three have diverse backgrounds but each has a devout interest in the process and alchemy of their creative endeavours.

Gayle Schultz, originally from Burlington, Ont., has a keen interest in colour and a passion for design. Gayle’s preoccupation with nature’s rhythms and patterns are conveyed with a delicate approach. However, this can change instantly and a bold semiabstraction may appear utilizing an appealing colour palette.

Marianne Enhörning is from a family of talented artists. As an architectural designer, she transfers her wonderful sense of depth and perception onto canvas and board utilizing oils. Marianne’s subject matter is currently figurative with soft characteristics, flowing lines and dreamlike qualities that immediately engage the viewer.

Lynn Farwell is from Vancouver Island and spent her earlier years working in the field of makeup artistry and later working with children in the Campbell River and North Vancouver school districts. Lynn relishes the challenge of experimenting with different mediums including printmaking, acrylic and gouache. Her works are whimsical, bold and vary in colour, subject matter and scale.

All three find the studio setting a perfect venue for self-exploration.

Gayle, Marianne and Lynn will open their first show at Art Alchemy Studio/Gallery this Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. The show continues till March 2.

Gallery hours are Thursdays to Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m.

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Come cheer for Shirley

Oil & Water at Pearl Ellis Paula Wild Record Arts

Courtenay Little Theatre (CLT) invites members and the public to a staged play reading of Willy Russell’s hilarious comedy Shirley Valentine on Feb. 19 at the club’s Space.

The evening will begin with coffee, tea and snacks at 7 p.m., with the reading set to begin at 7:30.

Local community actor Jeannine Taylor, well-known for her comedic turn as Mother

ON STAGE Superior in Nunsense, as well as other roles, will be featured in this one-woman show, produced by Gail Limber.

Taylor plays Shirley Bradshaw, a married mother of two grown children in Liverpool, who has had her selfconfidence shattered by school, marriage, and life in general. She is reduced to talking to the wall.

Shirley’s humour, warm sympathy and human insight shine through as she struggles to break out of her humdrum existence. Come along and laugh, cry and cheer for Shirley Valentine on Tuesday.

Admission is open to the public and free of charge. CLT’s Space is at 1625 McPhee Ave. (behind JET-FM) in Courtenay.

— Courtenay Little Theatre

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ARTIST YVONNE MAXIMCHUK of Echo Bay in the Broughton Archipelago paints Dryad, Tree Spirit. removed from other artists is both a difficulty and a benefit.

I miss the stimulation and inspiration of being around artists, yet it also keeps me free from the influence of someone else’s possibly powerful style and strictly on my own path.”

Sampson and Maximchuk will spend time at the gallery throughout the exhibition which closes on March 3. The gallery is located at 1729 Comox Ave. For more information visit www.pealrellisgallery.com, www. karenmartinarts.ca or www.searosestudio.net.

Paula Wild is a published author and regular contributor to the Comox Valley Record’s arts and entertainment section.

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Albert, invited her and her children to move to Echo Bay in the Broughton Archipelago off the coast of northern Vancouver Island.

Maximchuk now paints, writes, makes pottery and gives workshops from her waterfront SeaRose Studio on Gilford Island.

Primarily a landscape painter, Maximchuk’s location has a profound effect on her work. “It’s so beautiful, mysterious, intriguing and ever-changing here,” she says. “I would need three lifetimes to explore the painterly opportunities and natural history of this area.”

Mood and weather dictate whether she starts with a clear subject in mind or explores a specific set of colours and if she works in her studio or on location.

“Living in an isolated area makes marketing and moving paintings around difficult,” she confesses. “And being

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A study in contrasts, Oil & Water explores different mediums and subjects by artists who share a passion for paint and live in remote, rural locations.

An exhibit and sale of paintings by Karen Martin Sampson and Yvonne Maximchuk opens at the Pearl Ellis Gallery of Fine Art on Feb. 12 with an artists’ reception from 1 to 4 p.m. on Feb. 17.

Both artists will also conduct workshops.

Sampson’s, Cast Shadow Magic on Figure and Fabric, will take place on Feb. 16 with Maximchuk offering Add Greater Emotional Impact to Your Paintings on Feb. 23.

For more information or to register, contact Sheila Pollock at 250339-5660 or pearlellisgallery@shaw.ca.

As a child in Toronto, illness meant Sampson was bedridden for lengthy periods. Her dad began painting a mural on her bedroom wall as a way to entertain her. “He also brought home reams of paper and lots of pencils and I was able to sit up to draw,” she recalls.

“And my mother had a wonderful sense of colour and composition when it came to home decorating so I was indoctrinated early into the joys of visual creation.”

When the family moved to Ohio, Sampson faithfully attended art classes at the Cleveland Museum of Art and later the Cleveland Institute of

Art even though the bus ride was one and a half hours each way.

A career as a graphic designer/ illustrator and illustration instructor followed.

Later, back in Ontario she opened a studio at Alton Mill and became part of a network of artists. Then Sampson met Bob who convinced her to move to Vancouver Island.

For the last eight years the couple has called two acres at the foot of Mt. H’Kusam in the Sayward Valley home.

“The area is inspirational but I prefer to find human models, or set up still life pieces,” she says.“For me, oil painting requires extreme concentration,” Sampson continues. “To facilitate this I keep my palette and studio clean and orderly. When I get in the ‘zone’ hours can go by in a flash. But getting there isn’t always easy. Sometimes I just go to the studio and put paint on canvas or start cleaning my paint tubes, straightening my shelves, anything to stimulate the right place in my head for working.”

Sampson and Maximchuk have corresponded by phone and e-mail but never met.

When Maximchuk wondered if she had enough work to fill the space available at the Pearl, Pollock suggested the two team up.

Born in Bralorne, B.C.. Maximchuk has lived and worked as an artist in numerous locations. Twenty-six years ago, her fisherman sweetheart,

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SAXOPHONIST TROY LUCAS and trombonist Carson Fry are with Knuf Funk, which performs Feb. 23 at the Mex Pub.

Grooves funky at Mex soon formed the band onewaystreet and have continued to develop their music skills over the past six years.

Fry is experienced in performing and recording in a variety of settings from military band and classical wind ensembles, to high energy rock, pop and funk, he is a versatile musician who is sure to entertain.

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Don’t miss Knuf Funk’s encore performance at the Mex Pub on Feb. 23.

Knuf Funk is an upbeat dance band that promises a good time with non-stop grooves.

Their beats range from pure funk as it was laid down by the masters Stevie Wonder, Herbie Hancock, and Parliament/Funkadelic to straight-up danceable ska rhythms. Also influenced by bands such as Chicago, Knuf Funk incorporates rock sound into the mix to produce a unique experience.

With an ultra-tight rhythm section and powerhouse horns, they are pumped to deliver a memorable and danceable night. Knuf Funk is in the studio recording their first full length album, due for release later this year.

The band features music students completing their final year of the Bachelor of Music at Vancouver Island University, they are a regular in the Nanaimo club scene.

Troy Lucas is the band’s woodwind player. Currently on the tenor and baritone saxophones, he is an aspiring composer originally from the Comox Valley.

When asked about returning to the Valley, he stated, “Performing is something that has always been a great passion of mine. With theatre experiences with local theatre groups such as Courtenay Little Theatre and Rainbow Youth Theatre, I developed a passion for performing.

“I was fortunate to receive excellent training from outstanding teachers and directors.

I use what they taught me every time I step on the stage to perform.”

Lucas met Carson Fry during high school at G.P. Vanier, they

look forward to seeing their friends at the Mex. The band is fronted by the powerhouse vocals of Sydney Needham. Known for her work with District of Soul, Southwick and the Femme Fatales, Sydney also won the Victoria Idol singing competition.

Opening for Knuf Funk will be Fat Heather.

Mex Pub doors open at 9 p.m. next Saturday and music starts at 9:30.

— Mex Pub

Canadian musician and well-known CBC funnyman Todd Butler is bringing his exciting mixture of music and comedy to Joe’s Garage in Courtenay this Saturday for a wacky night of political satire, wicked guitar-picking, and award-winning songwriting.

His live show goes from lambasting politicians in hilarious political parodies to interpreting the latest news story with a twist, to enrapturing the audience with poignant tales of love, friendship, and the world around us in all its wonder, stupidity, and beauty.

He is also an accomplished guitarist.

Acoustic Guitar Player Magazine calls Todd “… a terrific guitarist with great technique and subtlety.”

A regular at music festivals and various events right across

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Canada, Todd will perform songs from his 2006 Vancouver Island Music Awards CD of the Year Idle Canadian as well as new songs from his latest instrumental release Hamburger Soup, which has been called, “a feast of nuance and precision delivered with grace, style, and musical good humour.”

Todd has performed

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at comedy festivals in Vancouver, Edmonton, Kelowna, Winnipeg, Halifax, and even Whitehorse, but he is probably best known for his stint on CBC’s Madly Off in All Directions as the guest with the most appearances, and as guest host in 2004.

The 2003 CD, Dobro and Guitar, a gem of instrumentals written and recorded with Doug Cox, earned them a stage at the Mon-

treal Jazz Festival, and showed that this performer is more than just a funny guy!

Canadian folk magazine Penguin Eggs put it this way: “This country boy can sure play, both acoustic and electric. The notes come out faster than the one-liners at a comedy club. And he can write a pretty moving song, too…”

Check him out at www.toddbutler.com.

— Joe’s Garage

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JON AND ROY were one of Cumberland Village Works’ favourite shows from 2012, so they’re stoked to welcome these guys back to the Comox Valley.

Generation of Women is a one-woman tour de force that introduces five generations of remarkable women who share their personal experiences working in various communities on Vancouver Island.

Written and performed by Kymme Patrick, Generation of Women has a split billing with Old Time Radio show by TheatreWorks Entertainers at Women’s Day 2013.

It will be hosted Feb. 24 by Soroptimist International of Courtenay at the Filberg Centre in Courtenay.

Tickets, which include a hot buffet lunch, silent auction, the two shows and much more, are on sale. Tables of eight can also be purchased.

For more information, contact Jean at 778-4282277 or sicourtenay@soroptimist.net.

— Soroptimist International of Courtenay

Friends making music Jon and Roy went searching for something intangible on their fourth recording, Let it Go. Suffice it to say, they found it.

Freedom — from artistic constraints, from audience expectations — became a recurring theme for the duo during the creation of Let it Go. If there was one rule for longtime friends and collaborators Jon Middleton (guitar/vocals) and Roy Vizer (drums/ percussion), it was to have no rules at all.

“We felt much more free on this album,” Middleton said. “It was a very natural process in this way, similar to how we would approach a live show.”

Some artists wouldn’t dare touch a winning streak that resulted in gigs with Finley Quaye, Mother Mother, Damien Jurado, Bahamas and Hannah Georgas, among others. Fewer still would risk a reputation that has warranted appear-

ances at some of the most established and popular folk festivals in Canada, including Winnipeg, Vancouver, Calgary, and Ottawa’s Bluesfest.

Jon and Roy are unique in that regard.

Despite their considerable success as an independent act (a tour of the U.K. with Buck 65, tours of Canada with The Cat Empire and Xavier Rudd) the music-making process – above all else – is what continues to drive them.

“We went into this album without thinking about what other people maybe wanted

to hear or what we should be doing,” Middleton said.

“The theme was letting go of old ways of being, looking inwards, and entering into a new phase of maturity, personally and musically.”

For more about Jon and Roy, visit www. jonandroy.ca and www. myspace.com/jonandroy.

Tickets for their Feb. 22 gig at the Waverley Hotel are available at Bop City Records, the Waverley or by phoning 250 336 8322. Doors open at 9:30 p.m.

— Cumberland Village Works

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JOE’S GARAGE features Comox Valley Uke Jam every second Tuesday. Ukulele instruction at 7 p.m., jam at 8 p.m.

KING GEORGE HOTEL hosts Pleasure Craft Theatre’s live improv soap opera, Clash of Thrones, at 7 p.m. Feb. 4 to March 11. All ages. Admission by donation. FMI: 250898-7215.

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MUIR GALLERY open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily at 440 Anderton Ave. in Courtenay.

PEARL ELLIS GALLERY in Comox open Tuesdays to Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays 1 to 4 p.m. at 1729 Comox Ave. Yvonne Maximchuk & Karen MartinSampson Show & Sale on Feb. 12 to March 3. FMI: www.pearlellisgallery.com or Facebook.

POTTERS PLACE exhibiting local potters’ works in February at corner of Fifth and Cliffe in Courtenay.

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WHISTLE STOP PUB house band Big Fun on stage each weekend.

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STEVE ELLIOTT presents Elvis Presley Valentine’s show at Courtenay Legion, 7:30 p.m. Tickets at Legion (250-334-4911) or call Judy at 250-871-1111.

JILLI MARTINI BAND in Rocking for Ruby fundraising concert at Bridge Lounge, 8 p.m. Reserve seat by calling 250-331-0933 or e-mailing cvzocalo@gmail. com.

BLACK SWAN FIDDLERS at Zocalo Café, 7 p.m.

COMOX VALLEY UNITARIAN FELLOWSHIP screens Velcrow Ripper film Scared Sacred, 7 p.m., Comox United Church.

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ANNIE BECKER and JILLI MARTINI TRIO at Zocalo Café, 7:30 p.m.

TANIA OPLAND and MIKE FREEMAN in Merville house concert. FMI: 250-337-5337.

ROB PETRIE at King George Hotel, 8 p.m. FMI: 250-3362053.

COMOX VALLEY POTTERS CLUB holds clearance and seconds sale at Driftwood Mall, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 19 COURTENAY LITTLE THEATRE presents Jeannine Taylor in free reading of Shirley Valentine, 7:30 p.m. at 1625 McPhee Ave. in Courtenay.

CAROL FLETCHER launches book at Muir Gallery, 7 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 22 CUMBERLAND MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL at Riding Fool Hostel. FMI: www.cumberlandforest.com.

JON AND ROY at Waverley Hotel. Doors open at 9:30 p.m. Tickets at Bop City Records, Waverley or by phoning 250-336-8322.

Saturday, Feb. 23 KNUF FUNK at Mex Pub. Doors open at 9 p.m.

RICHARD MACKIE talks about his latest book at Courtenay Library, 2 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 24 KYMME PATRICK performs Generation of Women on bill with Old Time Radio show by TheatreWorks Entertainers at filberg Centre in Courtenay. FMI: Jean at 778-428-2277 or sicourtenay@soroptimist.net.

Thursday, Feb. 28 CHIMNEY SWALLOWS (Corwin Fox & Raghu Lokanathan) throw CD release party at Cumberland Hotel.

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RENÉE MOSS performs at Joe’s Garage. Opening act Adam Norman starts at 7:15 p.m.

Sunday, March 10 THE GREAT PLAINS (Saskia and Darrel) at Old Church Theatre, 3 p.m. Tickets at Blue Heron Books and Alano Club in Courtenay.

Wednesday, March 13 ARCHIE FISHER at Cumberland Hotel. FMI: www.islandmusicfest.com/concerts.

Thursday, March 21 MAEVE MacKINNON TRIO at Cumberland Hotel. FMI: www.islandmusicfest.com/ concerts.

Saturday, March 23 NEW COUNTRY REHAB at Cumberland Hotel. FMI: www.islandmusicfest.com/ concerts.

Tuesday, March 26 HOLLY COLE at Sid Williams Theatre. Tickets at 250-3382430 or www.sidwilliamstheatre.com.

Saturday, May 26 STRATHCONA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA presents Gilbert and Sullivan, Native Sons Hall.

Sunday, May 27 STRATHCONA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA presents Gilbert and Sullivan, Native Sons Hall.

Friday, July 14 VANCOUVER ISLAND MUSICFEST at Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds. FMI: http://www.islandmusicfest. com.

Saturday, July 15 VANCOUVER ISLAND MUSICFEST at Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds. FMI: http://www.islandmusicfest. com.

Sunday, July 16 VANCOUVER ISLAND MUSICFEST at Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds. FMI: http://www.islandmusicfest. com.

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has done this for,” said Fletcher. “So I hope they can do it again for somebody else. Not everybody can pursue the idea of self-publishing.”

When the society first approached her about the idea, she was worried she didn’t have enough material prepared and because of her illness she couldn’t write more. But society members were confident she did and soon collected up what she had and put it together in the small volume.

“It was really neat — all of the sudden it became a real book full of little bits and pieces that you like.”

To meet the author of Living Reflections, come to the book launch at Muir Gallery at 440 Anderton Ave. in Courtenay on Feb. 19 at 7 p.m.

Living Reflections will also be available for sale at the Muir Gallery after the book launch for $10 each. All proceeds from the sale of the books will go into helping the club publish the work of more local authors.

For more information about the Comox Valley Writers’ Society, call Lindo at 250-3380965.

— Comox Valley Writers’ Society

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The Comox Valley Potters Club is holding its annual clearance and seconds sale this Friday and Saturday at Driftwood Mall in Courtenay.

Once a year, Comox Valley Potters Club members get together to empty their own studio shelves of discontinued items, of pots with glazes that they just don’t make anymore, or of pots that have been sitting around a few sales seasons and the individual potter is ready to discount that work.

Sometime it is just a way to clear visual space so an artist can begin fresh with a new series of work, or a new colour spectrum of glazing application.

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slightly imperfects to be found at this sale.

At these prices, you can get a whole bunch of your Christmas shopping done in advance.

The Comox Valley Potters Club is a notfor-profit organization that helps members of our community, such as our local food bank, a bursary for a North Island ceramics art student, and You Are Not Alone to name a few, through the proceeds of sales like this one.

Like the club on Facebook and visit for news and coming pottery events.

The sale runs Feb. 15 from 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Feb. 16 from 9:30 to 5.

— Comox Valley Potters Club

Petrie at the King The concert series continues at the King George Hotel this Saturday with the ever-sofunny Rob Petrie.

Rob is with the band Big Fun but he also has his own piano bar show where you can sing along and dance.

His background includes tribute rock bands at Stage West in Calgary to Irish pubs all across West-

ern Canada.

So you never know what to expect this Saturday night — some jokes, singalong, dancing and, of course, some drinking songs.

There’s no cover charge. For more information, call the King in Cumberland at 250336-2053. Rob plays from 8 p.m.

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Writer unveiling first book Comox Valley Writer’s Society (CVWS) member Carol Fletcher has waded into the book publishing world with a small, charming collection of short stories and poetry inspired by her family, her work with the elderly and her garden.

Like all books, Living Reflections is special. Unlike most books, it is collaborative effort between Fletcher and her fellow members in the writers’ society.

This is the first time Fletcher has had her work published and the first time the CVWS has selfpublished a member’s work.

The more than 20 active members, whose writing experience varies from novice to seasoned authors, got together and decided to publish this book for Fletcher after she was diagnosed with a rare liver cancer with a carcinoid syndrome in June 2012.

“She is a faithful member who’d been writing regularly and we thought at least something could come together,” said Des Lindo, the CVW society’s past-president.

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Sharks snap up medals at B.C.AA championships This past weekend four swimmers from the Comox Valley Aquatic Club attended the Swim BC “AA” Championships in Surrey.

Amelia Elder, Josh Dolman, Ethan Ashley and Michael Jung made the trip with big expectations. They did not disappoint.

Amelia swam 100 per cent on her way to earning three gold medals, one each in the 100, 200, and 400 freestyle. In finals Amelia was often leading her competitors by up to a half a length!

Josh, swimming in the very tough 15 and over category, was usually facing much senior swimmers.

He finalled in the 50 free and in the 100 fly but it was in the 100 back swim-off that he took centre stage and won in convincing fashion.

Ethan also swam 100 per cent best times. He seemed to get better as the weekend progressed. On the first night he won bronze in the 100 free, then a silver in the 400 free. On the final night he won the 200 free

CVAC SHARK SWIMMERS Amelia Elder, Josh Dolman, Ethan Ashley and Michael Jung did well at the Swim BC “AA” Championships.

- beating his closest competitor by more than five metres!

Michael swam 100 per cent best times too. Up until this meet he considered his stroke to be breaststroke, but it was in his 100 fly that he came out with a silver medal much to the delight of his coach. “I’ve been trying to get Michael to even split his races better - to take it out with control - and he just seemed to execute so well in finals.

He cut more than three seconds off of his preliminary

time - quite an impressive feat!” beamed coach Albert Burgund.

The Sharks thank their many sponsors and invite all swim fans to watch online as Brooke Lamoureux, Jordyn Ryan and Ben Neufeld compete this weekend in Saskatoon at the Western Canadian Championships under the “Predators” banner – where they join forces with their Campbell River Killer Whale counterparts.

– Comox Valley Aquatic Club Sharks

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GLACIER KINGS’ GOALIE Denon Maximchuk keeps his eyes on the puck during Saturday’s 7-4 win over Campbell River.

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The battle for North Island Cup bragging rights turned into a battle royal Saturday night at the Comox Valley Sports Centre.

The cup is contested each year between Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League North Division rivals Comox Valley Glacier Kings and Campbell River Storm.

The Storm won last year’s season series and were determined not to give up the cup without a fight, and that’s exactly how things played out.

With the Yetis leading 5-3 late in the second period, a scrum in front of the C.R. net escalated into an all-out brawl. All 10 skaters on the ice were handed fighting majors. The Icemen eventually skated to a 7-4 win, grabbing both the North Island Cup and home-ice advantage in the playoffs. Whether suspensions resulting from the Saturday dust-up affect the Yetis’ post-season lineup remains to be seen.

“We are in full cooperation with the league and

In front of a supportive crowd at Vanier, the Comox Valley United men’s soccer team won their second of six games in the Pearkes Challenge Cup playoffs with a 6-0 romp over Juan de Fuca of Victoria.

United is in Div. 3B of the Vancouver Island Soccer League while Juan de Fuca is in Div. 4C. Possession was established early at Sunday’s match as Comox Valley made some great runs and passes down the field.

Within five minutes, United’s Jerrit

we personally delivered the game footage ... to league representatives,” said Comox Valley head coach Bill Rotheisler.

“The game sheet shows 11 players involved in the incident, but I cannot make a definitive comment on how the suspensions will be dispersed. The VIJHL constitution states the likelihood of multiple suspensions; however, to what extent, we are unaware of at this time.”

As for the line brawl, Rotheisler said, “I support our players’ decisions on the ice during the incident.

There was nothing premeditated from our part.

Putting our players in a position that compromises their safety when we are up by two goals, against a team that statistically we are not likely to see again after the regular season, is not logical practice.”

The Glacier Kings and Storm meet tonight in Campbell River, and the Yetis close out the regular season Saturday at home with a 7:30 p.m. start against the Nanaimo Buccaneers.

Rylan Ball (2g, 1a) and John Gosbee (1g, 2a) led

Dickinson potted the first and second goals. Comox Valley put it away with a fantastic tic-tac-toe play from Cam McIntosh to Dickinson to a streaking Riley Murray who hammered a one-timer in the back of the net. Dickinson got his hat trick, Murray added another and McIntosh netted number six. Dickinson, now a threat at the centre forward position, has made coach Carey Cordecedo think about his lineup for this weekend.

“Like a great coach once said, I may have

the G-Kings over the Storm while Wade Bartlett (2), Jordan Crisp and Tyson Rennie netted the other tallies. In his first start since Nov. 18, Denon Maximchuk got the win as the Icemen out-shot C.R. 38-21.

On Friday night the Yetis were in Saanich where they dropped an 8-3 decision to the Braves. Garrett Halls, Brandon Halls and Ball scored for the visitors, who were out-shot 49-25. Starting his third game in a row, Bryce DiRocco took the loss.

DiRocco and Maximchuk have been seeing duty lately as the Glacier Kings are resting Michael Hails.

“Hails is out day-to-day strictly as a precaution to rest a lower body,” Rotheisler told the Record. “He will most likely dress next game, although we have not made a decision on whether him or DiRocco will start.”

Meanwhile, Rotheisler says Jack Kennelly’s recovery process is going very well and is on track. “However, he is still two weeks or so away.” The power forward is recovering from surgery to repair an upper body injury. sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com

to flip a coin,” says Cordecedo.

Goalkeeper Tyler Salmond was not tested much as the solid Comox Valley defence let nothing through.

The team moves on to take on Gorge FC of Victoria at 2:15 p.m. at Vanier this Sunday, Feb. 17 for their third round match up. United (10-1-3) is third in Div. 3B while Gorge (4-11-1) is eighth.

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In pool play, BC. beat Snow Canyon Warriors 44-0, Bishop’s 27-5 and B5 37-0 before falling 15-10 to ICEF.

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Ice heating up as they head into basketball playoffs have held their last eight opponents to an average 45 points against.

Elwood can also go 10 or 11 men deep into his lineup, which says a lot for the hard work the team has put into this season.

This past weekend the Ice finished third at the 14-team CedarWoodlands tournament in Nanaimo. In their first game the boys showed off per-

Towhees fifth at tournament A three-win, one-loss record earned the Vanier Towhees senior boys basketball team fifth place at the 16-team Cedar-Woodlands tournament in Nanaimo on the weekend.

The host Cedar Spartans scheduled Vanier first and paid dearly as the visitors upended them 61-54. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a dandy game indeed,â&#x20AC;? said Towheesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; coach Larry Street. Close throughout, the game was tied with two minutes left.

The tough Spartan zone was easy to break for the Towhees, but again they shot only 35 per cent.

That kept the game close, until the closing minutes where the Towhee defence tightened up, and they scored some tough baskets along with key free throws to seal the deal.

Scott Stevens led the way with 20 points and six rebounds while Joaquin Paterna had a good all-round game with 10 points, nine assists, seven rebounds and three steals. Joss Biggins added 12 points.

Vanier then met the Ballenas Whalers. A 2-3 zone was tough to penetrate for the Towhees, and the Ballenas boys shot the ball very well, to make this another very close game. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But, unfortunately, in the end of this one-point game Ballenas were 68-65 victors due to some key missed shots

by Vanier,â&#x20AC;? Street said.

Towhee scorers were Biggins (20), Paterna (14) and Stevens (13).

The Saturday morning special featured an athletic and very tall NDSS team against the feisty Towhees.

Vanier prevailed in this hard-fought battle 68-57, due primarily to the devastating full court press that built

a 20-point lead early in the second half. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ballenas featured a front line of 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;,8â&#x20AC;?, 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;,6â&#x20AC;? and 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;,5â&#x20AC;? players and a very talented Grade 10 guard at 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;,3â&#x20AC;?. Shooting from the field and the free throw line improved a lot this game and helped us win,â&#x20AC;? Street noted.

Biggins had another 20-point game and Stevens added 15.

Vanier then met Princess Margaret Lions from Surrey in the game for fifth place. â&#x20AC;&#x153;PMSS were a very quick, small team that had trouble with the aggressive man-to-man defence we showed throughout the game,â&#x20AC;?

Street said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our bigger, more solid inside presence was too much to handle for the Lions, with Foster Dewitt leading the way with 16 points and nine rebounds.â&#x20AC;?

Five players had double figures for the Towhees, and all the players scored in a convincing 83-57 win.

Street said every Towhee played outstanding individual and team defence to stifle the Lions, who could not keep up to the fast breaks Vanier kept getting. Colton Derycke (11), Harry Li (12), Paterna (13), Biggins (14) and Dewitt all hit double figures.

The Towhees finish off North Island League play tonight in Duncan with a 7 p.m. tip-off against the Cowichan Thunderbirds. North Island playoffs go Feb. 22-23 at Cowichan, followed by the Island championships Feb. 28 to March 2 at Mt. Doug in Victoria. The top two Island teams advance to the 20-team B.C. championships March 12-16 at the Langley Events Centre. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Vanier Towhees Basketball

haps the best aspect of their game â&#x20AC;&#x201C; stifling defence â&#x20AC;&#x201C; as they held Nanaimo District Secondary to only three field goals in a 50-24 win.

Cole Hutchings led the way with 15 points and Richard Girard finished with 11.

Next the Ice faced host Woodlands in front of a boisterous, packed gym. Isfeld finished the game on a 10-0 run and won going away 54-48.

Ben Miller and Matt Bowen led the scoring with 13 points each.

In the semifinals

they battled #7 provincially ranked Wellington of Nanaimo. The Wildcats took an early lead and were up 36-21 at the break.

Isfeld battled hard in the second half but could not make up the halftime deficit, falling 63-51.

Point guard Miller had another great game, leading the team with 21 points. Starting post player Joel Regher had nine points and an incredible eight blocked shots (a possible school record).

The fourth game of

the tourney was for third place against Ballenas from Parksville. After a somewhat slow start the Ice put together a great third quarter, outscoring the Whalers 20-6 and winning 62-42. Miller again led the way with 14 points while Regher had 10 and Bowen added eight.

On Feb. 1-2 the Ice

went 2-1 at Brentwood Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual tournament. They met B.C. #1 AA Holy Cross from Surrey in their opener and played one of their strongest games of the season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A couple of breaks or bounces down the stretch could have pulled off the huge upset,â&#x20AC;? a team spokesperson said. However,

Holy Cross prevailed 48-44.

The Ice bounced back to defeat Mt. Doug of Victoria 62-52 and then beat Southridge.

Miller was a tournament all-star.

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Atom A Feb. 9 Brian Rice Toyota Chiefs 4 Victoria 4 Feb. 10 Brian Rice Toyota Chiefs 9 Sooke 6 PeeWee A Feb. 9 Courtenay Mazda Chiefs 2 Cowichan Valley 5 PeeWee B Feb. 10 Courtenay Legion Br. 17 Chiefs 7 Campbell River 1 Bantam A Feb. 9 Lube X Fast Oil Change Chiefs 4 Nanaimo 4 Feb. 10 Lube X Fast Oil Change Chiefs 0 Cowichan 10 Bantam B Feb. 10 Comox Centre Mall Chiefs 1 Saanich 4 Midget A Happy’s Source for Sports Chiefs -----------------Midget B Feb. 9 Rideout Construction Chiefs 6 Nanaimo 7 Feb. 10 Rideout Construction Chiefs 5 Campbell River 3

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8-BALL POOL WED. NIGHT LEAGUE Standings as of Feb. 6 Team RW PT GW Sharpshooters 76 2847 233 Drive By 74 2830 217 Chalk-A-Holics 70 2746 208 Classics 67 2710 196 Misspent Youth 64 2633 185 4 Men & Lady 59 2684 193 Team Cuddles 59 2643 187 Rack-No-Phobia 57 2565 172 Choc-O-Lot 55 2636 185 Chalk-N-Awe 55 2453 155 Off The Rails 54 2505 167 S-dale Odd’s R 44 2472 150 The Breakers 42 2372 148 Cue-Tease 41 2266 120 Who’s High?

39 2293 135 Mex Hookers 36 2278 140 Apogee 33 2269 128 Pick Up Stix 20 2109 105

10-PIN BOWLING CRYSTAL LANES 50+ Seniors Standings as of Feb. 7 Team Qtr Tot Strikers 18 205 Spare Shooters 15 271 Chargers 13 219 Hopefuls 12 178 King Pins 10 194 Quinsam Auto 10 192.5 Limeys 9 226 Flyers 3 185 Happy Wanderers 3 215 Class Act 2 204.5 Team: High game scr Spare

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Thursday - B Tier Team W L Free Lions 4 0 The Off Side 3 1 AFC United 2 1 United Confusion 2 2 One Dollar Veggies 1 1 NISU Soccer Club 0 2 Toepunters 1 2 UnReal Madrid 1 2 The Black Ninjas 0 3

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C.V. SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB FLOOR HOCKEY Tuesday Team W EDS Trashers 3 Lockout All-Stars 3 Puck N Clowns 3 No Regretzkies 1 Puck Offs 1 Shut Your 5-Hole 1 The Jets 1 Blue Ballers 0 Grinders 0 Ugly Pucklings 0

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Comox Legion A 195 Comox Legion B 186 Griffin Pub 163 Top 10 Averages Player Pts Bill Durant 64.49 Ernie Linden 60.08 Glen Litchfield 57.77 Terry Jackson 56.65 John Chequis 55.51 Joe McNeil 55.22 Mark Wyatt 54.59 Hap Hanson 54.13 Daniel Leaman 54.10 Jack Ethier 53.66 High Checkout Art Forbes 138

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Wednesday Team W M.P. Dirty Danglers 3 The Ballistics 3 Those Guys 3 Super Attack Squad 2 Thundercats 2 Aiming For Fat One 1 Grease Balls 1 Lightning Dogs 1 Piggy Back Attack 0 Vicious & Delicious 0

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INDOOR VOLLEYBALL Wednesday - A Tier Team W L Amp TNT 6 0 Return to Sender 4 2 Volley Brawlers 4 2 A* Team 3 3 Sets and Violence 1 5 Smokin’ Aces 0 6 Wednesday - B Tier Team W L Show Us Ur Tips 7 1 Hitting Bricks 5 1 I’d Hit That 5 3 Strike Farce 5 1 Headshots 3 3 Served On Ice 3 3 Diggity Diggity 2 4 Ancient Mariners 1 5 Thrillbillies 1 5 Social Notwork 0 6

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INDOOR SOCCER Thursday - A Tier Team W L I Don’t Know 4 0 Multi. Scoregasms 4 0 Blue Toque FC 3 1 Blue Balled 2 2 Norwegian Refs 2 2 Red Card Heroes 2 2 Smells Team Spirit 1 2 Untouchaballs 1 3 Mint Berry Crunch 0 3 Scoring All Night 0 4

Div. 3B Standings as of Feb. 10 Team W L T Pt Vantreights 11 1 3 36 Cordova Bay 10 1 4 34 Comox Valley 10 1 3 33 Hellas FC 9 4 3 30 Prospect Lake 7 6 3 24 Castaways 7 7 2 23 Penelakut United 6 10 0 18 Gorge FC 4 11 1 13 SFFC Originals 3 13 1 10 Victoria Athletics 2 15 0 6 Feb. 10 (Pearkes Challenge Cup) Comox Valley United 3B 6 Juan de Fuca 4C 0 Feb. 17 (Pearkes Challenge Cup) Comox Valley United 3B vs.

Gorge FC 3B 2:15 p.m. Vanier MID-ISLAND WOMEN Standings as of Feb. 10 Team W L D Pt Outlaws 12 1 0 36 Oceanside 11 2 1 34 Nanaimo 9 3 3 30 Kickers 7 5 2 23 CVUSC Revolution 5 6 2 17 Port Alberni 5 6 1 16 Bandits 4 8 2 14 Wheatys 1 10 2 5 Shooters 0 12 1 1 Feb. 10 Family Holiday - no games Feb. 17 Nanaimo vs. Oceanside 2 p.m. Elaine Hamilton, Out-

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Cougars grab gold at West Coast ringette tourney tively new team and have no teams to play on the Island. We are playing against teams who play and practise weekly on the mainland and our only chance to compete is in one or two tournaments each year.”

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MASTERS RINGETTE with some tough teams.

Their first game was one of the more mentally challenging ones as they faced many of their own “teammates.”

“The masters team has grown a lot in the last two years,” commented Helen Oliphant, team player and president of the Comox Valley Ringette Association, “and we had enough interested players to send two teams to the tournament.”

The other team, the Tigers, consisted mainly of new players and they did very well considering it was the first time they had seen or participated in ringette other than what they have learned at practices here in the Comox Valley Terry Berger, who assisted Jan Harding with coaching, noted, “It was a huge learning curve for these ladies and they stepped up to the plate and had an excellent tournament.

They managed a goal in each of their games and left the tournament with a different appreciation for the sport.”

According to Suzanne Venuta, a dedicated Cougar (and Tiger in this tournament), “At the beginning of the first game the Tigers did not know the new players or what the lines were, but as each game progressed the team gelled more and more and by the last game flawless line changes were being made and the team felt whole, strong and confident. On-ice communication was great, passing and shots were accurate and there was

a lot of laughter and smiles on and off the ice.”

After winning their first game against the Tigers, the Cougars went on to beat Richmond 8-5, Burnaby 3-2 and Port Coquitlam

4-0. Defence player Arran Kerrigan noted, “We felt strong going into the final this year.

Every player on the team was involved in the play and everyone had scored or assisted on a goal at that point in the tournament.

“Our goalie, Bruce Burgess was on fire,

keeping out everything that came his way! It is such a wonderful feeling when everything syncs with the team and it paid off in the final game.” The Cougars won soundly with an 8-0 victory thanks to Burgess’s second shutout of the tournament, goals from

Yanick, Kerrigan, Oliphant, Haley Hill and Trudy Barr, and the incredible passing and skating from everyone on the team.

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Will it be ASW legend “Gorgeous” Michelle Starr, ECCW champion Cremator, last year’s Adam Firestorm champ Disco Fury, Hart Dungeon alumnus “Ravenous” Randy Myers, or the man many feel should be in the WWE, Scotty Mac? Will it be one of the hometown heroes,

Saturday night’s event at the Comox Band Hall is a fundraiser for seven-month old Sebastian Cobban, who has spent four months of his young life in hospital due to a rare medical condition. All the wrestlers are donating their matches and all proceeds are going to Sebastian’s parents, former Comox Valley residents Amanda Davis and Tyler Cobban, to help with their son’s medical costs.

Tickets ($15 ringside, $12 general) are at JetFM radio station or by phoning Keith 250-203-6476, Barry 250-703-1214 or Andrew 250-702-4492. If available, tickets will also be at the door. The fun starts at 7 p.m.

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Comox Crusaders (Sgt. Kaos & Barry Goode) vs. Greatness On Demand (“Gorgeous” Michelle Starr & Disco Fury) This is Sgt. Kaos’s last match due to compounding injuries to his right knee, leaving him with no choice but total knee replacement surgery. For his swan song, he has asked fellow Comox Valley native Barry Goode to tag with him against their respective trainers, “Gorgeous” Michelle Starr and Disco Fury.

Starr and Disco have impressive resumes.

Fury has travelled all over the world and won many international titles. Starr has also wrestled all over the world, and has wres-

tled for WCW and the biggest show in the wrestling biz, WWF/ WWE. Combined they are also responsible for training and grooming many wrestling stars in the Pacific Northwest. Despite this, they both have a tendency to bend the rules and cheat their way to victories. Starr has one victory over Kaos but needed a steel chair to beat him, while Kaos’s one victory over Starr was by the Gorgeous one’s attempt at using a chair again backfiring.

While not having an official match with Fury, Goode has seen enough of his former mentor’s matches to know how sneaky he can be – one of the “stayin’ alive” star’s favourite finishing moves is a disco ball to his opponent’s skull.

This match is personal as both Starr and Disco have vowed to not only beat their proteges but to hurt them so bad, neither will ever think of returning to the squared circle.

The hometown heroes, however, have no plans of letting that happen and are set on sending Sgt. Kaos into retirement with one final victory.

Cremator vs.

Scotty Mac These two warriors have been waging war with each other for years. Simply put, the seven-foot tall monster and the arrogant adonis are two of the best in the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

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Cocky veteran Scotty Mac has continued to dominate his competition and is regarded as pound for pound one of, if not, the best of the Northwest. He made a recent appearance on Smackdown and defintely has the talent to compete with anyone on the WWE roster.

This match will feature two determined wrestlers, both wanting to be number one and both seeing the other as the one opponent standing in their way. Expect a war! â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ravenousâ&#x20AC;?

Randy Myers vs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Greedfatherâ&#x20AC;?

Jordie Taylor â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ravenousâ&#x20AC;? Randy is a one-of-a-kind wrestler who combines amazing skill with an over-the-top personality that has made him a fan favourite wherever he goes. Trained in the famed Hart Dungeon, Myers has been called a future star by many, including Hall of Famer Mick Foley.

Taylor has a bright future in wrestling as well, combining great talent with an aggressive edge. Although he is from Vancouver Island, there is no warmth in Taylorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heart for the Comox Valley fans.

The Greedfather will only care about one thing Saturday night and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a victory, by any means necessary, over the Ravenous one.

Raven Lake vs.

Riea Von Slasher Comox Valley fans are in for a treat with this ladies match. Both Riea and Raven are veterans of the squared circle and not only do they possess elite wrestling talent, they are both tough as nails.

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A victory at Slams For Sebastian will go a long way in getting there and you can bet these two will pull out all the stops.

BJ Laredo vs.

Krofton vs.

Scott Steel All three competitors are proud Vancouver Islanders and each wants the bragging rights that comes with a victory Satur-

day night.

BJ Laredo recently won the Vancouver Island Championship and is on a roll. His tag team partner, Scott Steel, while happy for his friend, has his sights on the title belt he possesses, and knows if he wins this match, heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll catapult up the list of contenders.

Krofton is a newcomer to the sport and wants to use this triple threat match to show he belongs in the ring. All three are very talented and this may turn out to be the match of the night.

Mr. India vs.

Lak Sidarrtha Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no way to describe Lak Sidarrtha without using words like monster or beast.

He is power personified and uses his brute strength and brutal attack to overwhelm his opponents. He just never stops in his path of destruction.

At Slams for Sebastian, Mr. India steps in the ring to try and stop him. The popular veteran is beloved by fans of all ages and wants nothing more than to beat Lak and celebrate with the great people of Comox Valley. He and Sidarrtha have met many times in the ring, sharing victories.

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The Comox Valley Strikers Volleyball Club is offering Junior Strikers, an introductory volleyball program for boys and girls in Grades 4 to 6.

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He will be joined by some of the senior members of the Strikers volleyball club in what promises to be a fun and supportive way to learn the basics of volleyball.

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ast week Bernard Lecefs and yours truly joined Charley Vaughan in his very comfortable Wolf aluminum boat for a day of just fishing and whatever besides the popular winter chinook.

A day on the water just doesn’t happen – there is more than a little preparation long before you launch the boat. One of our objectives was to get some fresh prawns or crabs if the natural generosity of the living seas could be encouraged to share its bounty.

In preparing the prawn traps we mixed a concoction of dry and canned cat foods then spiced the mix with seductive prawn oil that imparts an irresistible flavour and draws prawns from all over the area where you soak your traps.

Baiting crab traps is simpler with old fish heads, frozen herring or overdue meat. Ropes varying from 500 feet for prawns and 100 feet for crabs are carefully stored in tubs so they will play out without tangling as the traps are lowered into the waters. When the boat is loaded with half a dozen prawn traps, four crab traps, and their accompanying lines and floats there is very little room for the fishers and their gear.

We launched Charley’s boat shortly after 8:30 a.m. and after a run of about 40 minutes we reached our destination. The first order of the day was to lower the crab traps into waters we had fished in the past. We then proceeded to put our prawn traps to soak in depths varying from 300 to 350 feet, which is shallower than we usually fish. With our traps in the water it was time to get on with the activity of fishing with rods and reels.

The season for species such as lingcod and rockfish does not open until May 1 so our option was to try to catch some winter flounder. With light gear it is always fun – and the proceeds from successful flounder fishing produces gourmet seafood. Charley rigged a line for Bernard, (who was new to this type of fishing) with a small, green, one-ounce weight and a bright red Berkley plastic grub. I was using a small Spinnow rigged with small Mac flashers, and Charlie

looking good. However the next two traps had nothing in them, so we put the crab traps back in the water and had a lunch break – six flounder and four crabs in the boat.

After lunch it was time to go flounder fishing in new water.

Again Bernard was top dog, and we quit with 11 flounder in the boat and decided to pick up the prawn traps that had soaked over three hours through one change of tide.

Pulling prawn traps with a good puller is a luxury we enjoy. The first two traps had zero prawns. The second set of two had 37 prawns between them. The last set of traps had zero prawns. Prawning for

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In the meantime we went back and pulled our crab traps and ended up with a total of eight prime crabs to round out a wonderful seafood catch. It was interesting that the trap that had eight on

the first pull had zero this time; also we never had a female crab in any trap.

As we cruised back to the harbour there were three very happy anglers with a nice catch of food from the sea in spite of the disappointing catch of prawns.

There is a fulfilling sense of achievement of such a day on the water that has to do with the simple pleasures of fishing.

Ralph Shaw is a master fly fisherman who was awarded the Order of Canada in 1984 for his conservation efforts. In 20 years of writing a column in the Comox Valley Record it has won several awards.

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A SATISFACTORY DAY on the water resulted in a good catch of crabs, PHOTO BY RALPH SHAW flounder and a few prawns. was using his usual red and yellow plastic grub with a suitable weight.

Guess who caught the first flounder and the most flounders for the day? Bernard, of

course. The old pros were left holding up the rear. Such is fishing.

As noon approached we had six flounders in the boat so we decided to go check the crab

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The first trap had two crabs, one of them legal. The second trap had at least eight crabs and three of them were legal. Things were

Good turnout at GG There were 83 players out on Feb. 9 for Glacier Greens Men’s Saturday Morning golf.

There was no sun, no rain, no wind and comfortable temperature for this time of year.

The POG holes were drawn by Weiner Hay (if you’re not happy with them you can blame him).

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Vern Melvin Johnston

Born in Finland October 18th 1950, passed away January 30th 2013. Came to Thunder Bay Ontario in 1969-1970.

He is survived by his 4 children now living in Finland and his father in Thunder Bay Ontario. He worked as a heavy machine operator plus travelled to many camps in Ontario before coming to Port Alberni, BC. He helped out with the Bread of Life giving of himself all the time to many who called him friend.

Then he went on to managing the Saratoga Beach Resort in Black Creek north of Courtenay BC. John was well loved by many.

There will be a spreading of his ashes on the beach at Saratoga Beach Resort at a future date.

July 17, 1932 - February 8, 2013 Of Courtenay, BC passed away peacefully at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital early Friday morning February 8, 2013.

Vern was born in Champion, Alberta and came to BC with his family in the early 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s.

He is predeceased by his brother Burnell and his son Byron. He is survived by his loving wife Ruth, his children Terry, Coleen and Larry, along with his step-children Mark and Brad McLean and Diana DeWitt.

Also, many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Vern will be dearly missed by his family and many close friends.

No service by request.

James Allan Monk (Jim) February 21, 1956 - February 8, 2013 Jim passed away in Grande Prairie Queen Elizabeth II Hospital, a resident of Beaver Lodge AB. Jim never recovered from a serious vehicle accident on Jan 3, 2010 Jim was predeceased by his brother Don on Feb. 9, 1998.

He is survived and is missed by his wife Sharon, daughters Jennifer and Sarah and his parents John and Joyce Monk of Comox BC. Jim was born in Montreal. He graduated from Riverdale High School in Pierrefonds QC in 1978. He moved to Edmonton AB. He worked for Continental Petroleum Rubber as a salesman. He met the owners of Northern Belting and became a part owner. They sold the business and Jim remained manager until his retirement.

Cremation Feb. 12, 2013 in Grande Prairie AB, Memorial Service to be held at a later date.

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September 29, 1934 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; February 7, 2013 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our dear Mom, Granny, Sister, and Aunt, Mary Hill. She will be sorely missed by all who knew her. She was predeceased by her Mother and Father, Christina and James Kergan, her husband Harry Hill, and her brother Robert Kergan.

She is survived by her children James Hill (Donna) of Vancouver, Lawrie Hill of Vancouver, Ross Hill (Christine) of Boston, Massachusetts (USA), and Moira Ashlee (Grant) of Comox, her grandchildren Michaela and Aleah Ashlee of Comox and Kergan Hill of Boston, Massachusetts (USA), and her sister Lawrie Peters (Victor) of Brentwood Bay, and her loving dog Tasha.

Mary was born in Edmonton, Alberta in September 1934. Her family moved several times before finally settling in Drumheller, Alberta where she graduated from High School. Mary then attended the University of Manitoba where she received a Bachelor of Science degree.

Mary had a passion for music. She began playing violin at an early age and this became the focus of her life. In 1954 she met her Husband, Harry Hill and they married in 1957 and had a family of four children. Mary worked as a Laboratory Technician off and on for many years but her main career, which she began around 1970, was teaching Suzuki Violin through Talent Education in Edmonton. In 1979, Mary and Harry moved to the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. Mary then started a Suzuki Violin program which nurtured many young musicians until 2008 when she finally retired. As a result of her passion and expertise for teaching, a number of Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s students have gone on to have prominent careers in music. She was a gentle, patient teacher who understood her students well.

Thanks to Mary and Harryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lifetime dedication to music, their own children have pursued careers in music and education.

Mary had many hobbies. She loved reading, enlightened conversation, crocheting, knitting, playing video games and looking after her many cats and dogs, especially her faithful companion Tasha. She always loved playing and listening to classical music and Chamber music.

Mary was an intelligent, witty, and patient individual who, in certain situations, was also capable of voicing her opinion.

Mary loved going out for dinner with family and friends and she always enjoyed a good beverage. She was very proud of her children and grandchildren and loved them very much.

A Celebration of Life for Mary will be held either late spring or early summer.

The family would like to thank Dr. Thomas and the ICU staff at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital, for their compassionate care and tremendous support during a difficult time.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The Canadian Lung Association or the S.P.C.A.

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Morrison, Maureen Nancy September 5, 1951 - February 3, 2013

Douglas Malcolm Ferguson

Maureen Nancy Morrison Sept. 5,1951- Feb. 3, 2013.

It is with sorrow to announce the sudden passing of Maureen Morrison of Comox while touring Thailand with her husband Allan. Shee is survived by Allan, sons Jesse Morrison (Bri) of Victoria, Kyle (Sarah) of Chilliwack, grandson Wyatt, sisters Diane, Sharon and Elaine Kennedy, (all of Vancouver), sister-ininlaw Kathy Hoem of Delta, ta and well as many nephews & nieces. Maureen was born (nee Kennedy) in Vancouver, graduated SFU Education, and taught primary level in SD 71 for 34 years. She was to celebrate 40 years in the Comox Valley, and 40 years of marriage to Allan this summer. The last 6 years since retirement were among her happiest, with extensive travel to Mexico, Guatamala, Cuba, Portugal, Thailand, Maritimes & New England, and Arizona area. Maureen is perhaps most deďŹ ned by her passion for gardening, with love devoted and joy received. Seven months of the year would see her disappear to her proliďŹ c garden, followed closely by wintertime photography. The recent birth of her ďŹ rst grandchild was a pivotal point in her pride of family. She will be sadly missed by a community of friends and family. Please join in a celebration of life this Saturday at 1:30pm at the Crown Isle Resort & Golf ballroom, Courtenay.

After a short illness, Malcolm passed away peacefully on February 6th 2013 with his immediate family present.

He will be sadly missed by all. With us always. Lovingly Bev, Cindy, Tracy and family. Elaine, Kim, Pat, Alexandra and Danielle.

Malcolm, formerly from Miracle Beach/Saratoga Beach had moved to Australia some years back but sorely missed his homeland and friends.

PELTO, Marguerite â&#x20AC;&#x153;Babsâ&#x20AC;?

It is with tears of love and sorrow that we announce the passing of our mother Marguerite â&#x20AC;&#x153;Babsâ&#x20AC;? Pelto. Babs passed on Sunday February 3rd at Victoria General Hospital.

Mom was surrounded by loving family members at the time of her passing. She was predeceased by her husband of 62 years, Mauno, on May 21, 2001.

Babs is survived by a large extended family of Peltos, McKewans and Boags.

A celebration of Babâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life will be held on Saturday, February 16th at 1:00 pm at Ladysmith First United Church, 232 High Street, Ladysmith, BC. A tea will follow the service in the church hall.

In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made, if desired, to the BC Arthritis Society, or to BC Cancer Foundation.

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COMING EVENTS

~KEN PETERS~ Thank you to my wonderful Family & Friends for your support and kindness during the sad time of Ken’s passing.

Also a special thank you to Dr. Janis McLaughlin, the Comox Hospital and Eagle View staff for their wonderful care of Ken. Even though I can’t personally thank all of you who sent cards o f condolence and attended Ken’s Memorial Service, I want you to know how grateful I am for your love and support.

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Request for Expressions of Interest Engineering Services The Village of Cumberland is seeking expression of interest from local and regionally based consulting firms between Campbell River and Nanaimo for the services related to civil, environmental, and geotechnical engineering support.

Expressions of interest must be received no later than 4 p.m. on February 18, 2013.

Details on this request may be found under Bids and Tenders at cumberland.ca or by contacting info@cumberland.ca.

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Busy family oriented vet practice looking for enthusiastic hard workers to join our team.

If you are high energy, love working with people and animals, you may be a match for us! If this sounds like a place for you, send your resume & phone number for a phone interview Monday between 11 AM until 1 PM. receptionad@shaw.ca

Do you want to combine your enthusiasm for outdoor activities and working with youth into a career?

Participants will learn or enhance their own outdoor skills, be taught to instruct outdoor education programs (including climbing, high ropes, kayaking), and gain appropriate certiďŹ cates and experience working with youth at the Tribune Bay Outdoor Education Centre, Hornby Island. Participants need to be ages 18-30.

You will get paid training, accommodation and a paid work internship. Program starts March 4 until August 9 (with a possible extension). For more information or when there will be information sessions, Email G. Campbell camgor@telus.net The Government of Canada has contributed funding to this program.

The Adult Learning Centre requires a Tutor Coordinator

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NANNY WANTED Live-in (Calgary) stay-at-home mom in the inner City requires a fulltime nanny to care for her 3 and 5 year old children. References required. Please call: 250-339-5697.

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FILBERG HERITAGE LODGE AND PARK requires trades people qualiďŹ ed in: â&#x20AC;˘ Electrical â&#x20AC;˘ Plumbing â&#x20AC;˘ Carpentry â&#x20AC;˘ Stone masonry for periodic work on repairs, maintenance and restoration of the 80 year old heritage lodge and out buildings.

Please submit letters of interest with credentials to: Attention: Administration Filberg Lodge, 61 Filberg Road, Comox, BC V9M 2S7 or by email at; lodge@ďŹ lberg.com Deadline: March 1, 2013 Journeyman HD mechanic required for oilďŹ eld construction company. Duties will include servicing, maintenance and overhaul of our equipment. The job will be predominately shop work , but with a portion of your time spent in the ďŹ eld. A mechanics truck will be supplied for you. The job is based in Edson, Alberta.

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for our literacy tutoring program. The primary responsibilities include working with learners seeking to improve their literacy skills as well as recruiting and matching tutors with learners.

For a complete list of required skills and experience please email

admin@cvalc.ca To apply for this position email a resume and cover letter to

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February 20, 2013.

Sewage Treatment Plant Operator II / Maintenance The CVRD is seeking a sewage treatment plant operator II / maintenance person to join our property services branch.

Full position details and required qualiďŹ cations are available online at www.comox valleyrd.ca/jobs Applications will be accepted until 3 p.m. February 25, 2013.

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AUTISM INTERVENTIONISTS Autism Interventionists required to support a school age boy in community recreation activities including swimming.

The successful candidates will have prior experience working with children with autism, training in Autism Spectrum Disorder and current ďŹ rst aid.

Training will be provided. Start date is ASAP and 5 hours per week. Schedule is subject to change based on operational requirements. Wage is per HSA grid.

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SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest ďŹ rewood producer offers ďŹ rewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.

JEWELS, FURS FUR COATS, size 13/14: Lovely white beaver $300.

Russian mink & Hudson seal with mink collar, $150. each.

Call Lee (250)337-8857.

CAMPBELL RIVER Beautiful 1765sq ft. 3 bd/2 bth bungalow on cul-de-sac. Large entrance, fam. rm. sun rm, open liv/din rm, 3/4â&#x20AC;? oak ďŹ&#x201A;ooring, nicely landscaped, enclosed backyard, covered patio, sideyard RV parking with hookups, HEAT PUMP, 5 appls. $282,000.00. 250-923-7010

GARAGE SALES COMOX - 1901 Ryan Rd Unit 8 East Falcon Trailer Park. 16 & 17 Feb., 8-3pm. 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s style bedroom set, living rm furniture, blue mountain lamps 1960â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, one bedroom lamp 1950â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, kitchen utensils, dishes, Corning ware. All must be sold. Indoor Sale!

COURTENAY - #502 2727 1st Street, Arden Country Est. Estate Sale: Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not dead yet but we had to move them and the new place is too small.

Everything else must go. Lots of unique and collectible items, this fabulous event will cover one day only, Sat. Feb. 16th from 9am-until weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re done.

MERVILLE: 7250 Island Hwy, Sat & Sun, 1-4. Moving, everything must go! Make us an offer.

Furniture, Husqvarna weed trimmer, farm tools, pellet stove, grow light kits, etc...

ROYSTON: 4409 Island Highway South. (south of KingďŹ sher). Sat & Sun, 8:30am-6pm.

LOTS of misc for sale.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 215/60 R17. 4 tires mounted on rims Balancing done, Michelin X Ice.$600. 338-2704 GOLFERS SPECIAL, 1994 Yamaha golf cart, gas engine, new battery and tires. Very good shape, $1795 obo. Call Richard (250)871-2933.

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COURTENAY: WELL maintained 3 bed, 1.5 ba. New roof, G/H, f/p, w/s, garage, green house, fenced yrd. Close to park, suite potential. $249,900.

1-250-338-5479 (780 19th St).

SPACIOUS SINGLE family N. Nanaimo 3bdrm, 2bath, open ďŹ&#x201A;oor plan, family room. Updated kitch & bath, soaker tub, new roof. Near bus, ammenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. $280,000. 250-756-3593

HOUSES FOR SALE COURTENAY: 2 bdrm, 1 bath modular home on own land (.11 acre), vaulted ceilings, new carpets, 4 appls., forced air heat, fenced yard. Walking distance to all ammens. Asking $149,900. England and 18th Ave. Call (250)334-3960.

VIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HOT-TUB Covers, made in BC. Professional in home service. 250-897-8037.

ANTIQUE DRILL press (serial #6275) and antique band saw (serial #62-4222), $995 each obo. Must go. Call for more info (250)287-3639.

OCEAN & MT. view house in Thasis 2100 sqft 3 bdrm, 2 bath, out buildings on dbl lot $168,000. Call 250-338-9742

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AMAZING GLACIER VIEW 2427 Lomond Place, East Courtenay. 2870 sqft, level entry walk out, 3bdrm, 3 bath. To see http://sandy tonnellier.blogspot.com Call 250-871-4826

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COMOX RENOVATED Close to base/ college Studio $600/mo Avail Now. 702-5339 COURTENAY 2 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath condo quiet, adult bldg.

930+ sq ft 3rd ďŹ&#x201A;r unit is move in ready. Bright, sunny overlooks residential properties with beautiful glacier/mtn view.

Walk thru closet to 2pce bath off lrge master bdrm. Prking stall, f/s, h/w incl. Located within walking distance to shops, town, is on bus route, lrg onsite coin-op lndry with storage/ bike lockers available.

No smoking/no pets. 1 yr lease preferred. carclark@telus.net COURTENAY, 2-BDRM Apt., 1 bath, NS/NP. $650 mo.

Avail immed. 250-898-8285.

COURTENAY, 2 bdrm Condo near N. I. College, 5 appls, N/S, N/P, insuite laundry, $750 mo. Call (250)338-9968.

COURTENAY- NEWLY renovated 2 bdrm, $650. NS/NP. Avail Feb 15. (250)898-8285.

LARGE 2 BDRM. Free heat.

Elevator.

Great location! $750/mo. Call 250-334-4646.

MOUNTAIN VIEW Manor- 125 Centennial Dr, Courtenay. 1 & 2 bdrms, secure entrance, ELEVATOR. 250-334-2800.

Royal LePage in the Comox Valley (Property Mgmt Division) #121 - 750 Comox Road Courtenay, BC V9N 3P6 Phone (250) 897-1300 Fax (250) 897-1330 Interior viewings for the following vacancies are by approved application and appointment only.

QUALITY 55+ patio home at Village Green. Covered parking with storage, 2 bdrms, 1.5 baths, Kitchen/eating area.

Private patio/ am sun. Large LR with dining area. New paint throughout, new HW ďŹ&#x201A;oors main areas. Immaculate. Immediate possession. $220,000 Call 250-338-8260 SINGLE MODULAR Home.

Valley Vista Estates. 2 bedroom. 1 bath. 980 sq.ft 55 plus. $110,500 call 250-8971812 to view SUBSTANTIALLY RENOVATED 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x60â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Mobile home.

Move in cndt. great Starter/In law accom. New roof, New gas furnace, 100amp services.

W/D, F/S incld. This mobile has all papers required through MHR. Pre Christmas Special $15, 000 delivered price Comox Valley 250-7025699

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Property Management 576 England Avenue Courtenay, B.C. 250-338-6900

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APARTMENT/CONDOS Comox 2 BDRM, rancher style duplex in quiet area. F/S, D/W,W/D, garage. Great place with large kitchen, bath & storage throughout home $1150 3 BDRM, rancher style upstairs duplex. 5 appls, laminate ďŹ&#x201A;oors good area of Comox - $1200 COURTENAY 3 BDRM,rancher duplex on Urquhart. Large open concept with F/S, W/D and laminate ďŹ&#x201A;oors. N/S, N/P $950/mth 2 BDRM unit on Back Road.

Open living/dining room with F/S, D/W, W/D. Lots of storage. N/S, N/P $800/mth

HOMES FOR RENT

COMOX RANCHER 3 bdrm & den, 1 bath, F & S, carport, partially fenced, N/S, No pets. Avail. Mar. 1$1,200/mth BRAND NEW CARRIAGE HOUSE in Comox, 1 bdrm & den, 1 bath, 7 appls, gas F/P, ocean view, N/S, cat ok.

Avail. Immed - $1,100/mth BECKTON ESTATES 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, fenced yrd, w/shed, n/s, small pet neg. w/ref. Avail.

Apr. 1 - $1,150/mth CTNY RANCHER 3 bdrm, 5 bath, 5 appls, gas F/P, garage, fenced yrd, N/S, small pet neg. Avail. Mar. 1 $1,250/mth COMOX CUL-DE-SAC lovely 3 bdrm, 2 bath rancher, 3 appls, gas F/P, double garage, fenced yrd, N/S, No pets. Avail. Mar. 15 $1,300/mth PUNTLEDGE PARK 3 bdrm & den, 1 bath rancher, 5 appls, woodstove, partially fencedyrd. w/shed, N/S, per neg. w/ref. Avail. Apr. 1 $1,200/mth

AFFORDABLE FAMILY housing Campbell river & Courtenay 2, 3, 4 bdrm units, w/d hook up, f/s, children a must, refs reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Call 250-923-4145 or 250-703-0357.

3 BEDROOM excellent Comox location, Close to bus + services.

N/S. $1050/mth.

Available now. 250-218-6832

COMOX 3-BDRM rancher, fenced backyard, close to parks/schools/hospital, 1 bath, F/S, W/D, 1100sq ft. Refs. $1125./mo. 250-338-9190.

COMOX- 5 bdrms, 3 bath, FURNISHED waterfront home.

NS/NP. 5 appls. $1800/mo.

Avail Mar 1. (250)929-6000.

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CONDOS / SUITES / APARTMENTS MANOR PLACE

305-111 Edgett Rd 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P 4 appls, $700/mth AVAIL. IMMED.

Moments to beach & fantastic mountain views! Updated 2 bdrm Comox condo features 1300+sqft living space & incl 5 appl, new flooring, f/p, & patio area. Master w/full ensuite, & walk-in closets for both bdrms. Ideally located near Hospital & all amenities. N/S; N/P. $950./month. Available now!

2325 B VALLEYVIEW DR. 1 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P, 6 appls, $850/mth Inc utilities AVAIL. IMM

Updated, 2nd floor condo features tile work & laminate flooring & has various fixture upgrades making this a remarkable suite.

Incl. 2 appl w/on site coin-op laundry & on bus routes & near all amenities. N/S. Avail Feb 1. $700/month

221-130 CENTENNIAL 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P 5 appls, $775/mth AVAIL. Apr. 1

Spacious, renovated 1 & 2 bdrm suites, located in secured entrance building, near schools & on bus routes. Master bdrms feature walk in closets, & suites have 2 appl & large decks. Coinop laundry. N/S. N/P. rent from $625/month, inc. FREE HEAT & HOT WATER. Avail now

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2000sq.ft. MANUFACTURED home, dry walled throughout, on permanent foundation w/ 4ft. crawlspace. .95 acre level lot, short walk to beach or 5 min. drive to Kin Beach Park.

Fruit trees, mature landscaping, garage, woodshed and herb garden. 3 bdr. 2 bath., on-suite has 3 piece w/ walk-in closet. 2nd is 4 piece w/ deep tub. Mudroom, lg. laundry storage room, open kitchen w/ maple cabinets, dining/sitting areas + eat at counter. Lg. family room w/ sliding glass door onto lg. covered deck and private hot tub. Cable to all bedrooms + 2 in family room. Woodstove provides cheap heat. 1500 sq. ft. dream shop, wired 220/110 plumbed with sink + tap, gas heat, 2 13ft. over height bays, ofďŹ ce area + upstairs storage area.

Option to buy 2 ton electric hoist on 12 ft. I beams. 16x50 ft. cement pad for possible shop expansion. Moving must sell, price reduced to $299,900 for quick sale. Ph. (250)8901071 for appointment to view.

PRICE REDUCTION- Moving.

2009 Wildwood RLSS Winter Package, 34â&#x20AC;&#x2122; OAL Mint, 15â&#x20AC;&#x2122; slider, 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; new shed, fenced yard, removable skirting located at Shelter Bay RV Resort, stay on site or relocate as required. Asking: $17,500.

Call 250-286-3343.

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HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

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COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL SPACE for rent. Prime location in Comox.

1200 sqft, newly renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d ofďŹ ce space. $1200+HST per month.

Contact James at 250-3392261.

SHOP/WAREHOUSE space.

Cousins Rd. 1200 sqft.

3 phase power. High ceilings.

OfďŹ ce Area.

I-2 Zoning.

Available Now! 250-703-1644, 250-338-7476 evs.

TRENDY TIN Town location, 1500 sq ft suitable for art or dance studio, warehouse/retail or ofďŹ ces. High ceiling & bay door. Back yard space avail. $1600/mth + GST, no triple net. 250-897-0950 (days) 250703-0400 (eve)

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES PUNTLEDGE PARK. 3 bdrm.

2.5 bath. 3 appls. New reno.

Avail. NOW. $1050. 338-1930

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CHERRYWOOD MANOR

DUPLEXES / TOWNHOMES COUSINS ROAD DUPLEX

Exceptionally spacious 3 bdrm duplex features 4 appl, 1.5 baths, lots of windows & storage, & large, fenced back yard w/shed.

Located near schools and shopping. N/S & N/P. $1100/month.

Avail Feb 1

PINE PLACE TOWNHOMES

Spacious 2 bdrm townhomes offer main level living w/ bedrooms on 2nd floor. Features 1 bath, 4 appl, & patio area. Close to schools, recreation & shopping. Rents from $775/month. Immed & Feb 1 possession.

ALDERGROVE TOWNHOMES

Townhome offers living down & sleeping up, w/recent upgrades, located near downtown Courtenay. 2 bdrms, 5 appl, semi-private patio area, & assigned parking. Near schools & shopping. N/S & N/P. $750/month.

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COMOX HOME ď&#x161;ťNOOTKA STREET

Near schools & recreation, this home is feline friendly (w/deposit), & offers lots of living space. Top level features eat in kitchen w/ access to deck, "formal" dining, living room, 3 bdrms & bath.

Well lit basement incl rec room, laundry, 2nd bath, & plenty of storage. Alsoâ&#x20AC;Ś fully functional wood stove, outdoor cat run, wildlife friendly yard, & landscaping included. $1275/month.

Long term lease opportunity! Avail Feb 1

East Courtenay Apartments 3 bdrm, 2 bath, F&S, N/S, Pets Neg. $875/mo Available immediately.

2 bdrm, 1 bath, F&S, N/S, pets neg., $750/mo, Available immediately.

Call Randy Devine 250-334-9900 APARTMENT/CONDO

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DO YOU CARE about where you live? Do high standards of maintenance, service and cleanliness matter to you? Do you prefer quiet, mature neighbours?

If yes, please give us a call and discover how the quality of ownership and management makes all the difference. We have the best managed, finest apartments in the most convenient locations in the Comox Valley. Locally owned - we own and manage our own buildings only. There is a difference! Please refer to available apartments listed below.

TELEPHONE 250-703-2264 | 250-338-0267 | 250-339-1222

GLENSHEE 1800 Comox Ave. ONE BEDROOM bright and spacious suite. Excellent location in the heart of Comox. Well maintained and well managed mature adult building. Security entry and elevator. Recently renovated. Very attractive. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.

FAIRMONT 432 11th Street TWO BEDROOM CORNER unique corner suite.

Spacious design. Recently renovated and very attractive. Large private patio/garden area. Full sized appliances including dishwasher. Quiet, mature adult building just three blocks from downtown. Security entry. Call David @ 250-338-0267 or John @ 250703-2264.

TRADEWINDS 1600 Comox Ave. TWO BEDROOM nicely renovated suite - spacious and modern. Excellent location in central Comox walking distance to everything. In suite storage. Extra large kitchen and dining area. Resident social room.

Elevator and security entry. A very well maintained and well managed building. Also One Bedroom & Den. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.

WESTWATER 60 Anderton Ave. TWO BEDROOM nicely renovated suite. Ensuite, Jacuzzi tub, fireplace, in suite washer/dryer. New appliances. Within walking distance to downtown.

Well maintained and well managed building with quiet, mature neighbours. Resident social room.

Indoor scooter parking. Elevator. Security entry. No pets. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

VILLA MONTECITO 1331 England Ave. TWO BEDROOM over 1,000 sq. ft. Centrally located near downtown and Safeway complex. Very attractive suite with large, designer kitchen, ensuite and five full sized appliances. Quiet, mature neighbours. Well maintained and well managed building. Security entry. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

CAPRI 1081 Stewart Ave. TWO BEDROOM spacious end unit with windows on three sides. Very attractive - extra large bedrooms.

Recently renovated. Quiet, well maintained adult building in central Courtenay. Security entry. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

GREENBRIER 750 Eighth Street TWO BEDROOM corner suite - ensuite bath, five full sized appliances. Large, bright and spacious. Private deck. In suite storage. Freshly renovated. Finest in Courtenay. Three blocks from downtown. Security Entry. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

KENTWOOD MOBILE Recently renovated 2 bedroom mobile is rural living, but minutes to Courtenay or Cumberland. Features 4 appliances, 1 bath, & small yard. Book a viewing! Cat will be considered w/deposit. $800/month. Avail now.

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PUNTLEDGE PARK. 4 bdrm, 3 level duplex w/ in-law suite.

N/P. $1325. 250-335-0350.

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals

Royal LePage in the Comox Valley (Property Mgmt Division) #121 - 750 Comox Road Courtenay, BC VAN 3P6 Phone (250) 897-1300 Fax (250) 897-1330 Interior viewings for the following vacancies are by approved application and appointment only.

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TRUMPETERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LANDING modern newer condos bordering the airpark. Avail. units include 1 bdrm & den, and 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 6 appls, custom ďŹ nishing, balconies/patios, underground pkg, storage units, some with wonderful ocean views.

N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed & Feb. 1 rents from $900/mth.

ROSEWOOD TOWNHOUSES 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, basic cable incl., N/S, No pets. Avail Immed. & Mar. 1 $250 move-in incentive. $725/mth.

Call Res. Mgr. 334-8602 PARKSIDE Newer 2 bdrm, 2 bath condo, 6 appls, balcony, underground pkg, storage, adult oriented. N/S, No pets.

Avail.

Immed. $1100/mth FIVE OAKS VILLA 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, patio, storage rm, N/S, No pets. Avail.

Mar. 1 - $775/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 3 appls, patio, new ďŹ&#x201A;ooring res. pkg. N/S. cat ok. Avail.

Immed. $725/mth 2 LEVEL WEST CTNY DUPLEX, 3 bdrms, 1.5 bath, 4 appls, carport, partially fenced yard, N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. - $1000/mth SOUTHPOINT ESTATES 2 bdrm, 2 bath patio home, 5 appls, gas F/P, double garage, heat pump, N/S, No pets.

Avail.

Immed. $1,250/mth SUNRIDGE TOWNHOUSES 2 bdrm, & den, 2 bath, 5 appls, elect. F/P, carport, balcony, N/S, No pets. Avail.

Immed - $1,100/mth CORINTHIA ESTATES ground ďŹ&#x201A;oor 2 bdrm & den, 2 bath condo, 5 appls, gas F/P, patio, underground pkg, storage, N/S, No pets. Avail.

Immd. $1,150/mth CLOSE TO CTNY AIRPARK lovely spacious 3 level 2 bdrm, 2.5 bath townhouse , 5 appls., garage, pet neg. w/ref. Avail Immed. $1,100/mth COMOX DUPLEX 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath on cul-de-sac, 5 appls, carport, fenced yrd w/shed, N/S, small pet neg. w/ref.

Avail.

Immed $1,100/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR 1 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, storage, res. pkg, N/S, cat ok. Avail. Apr. 1 $650/mth FULLY FURNISHED condo at Trumpeterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Landing, 1 bdrm & den, 1 bath, 5 appls, balcony, underground pkg, storage, N/S, No pets. Avail.

Mar. 1 - $1100/mth CLOSE TO SUPERSTORE 3 bdrm, 2 bath duplex, 5appls, newly renovated, fenced yrd, N/S, No pets.

Avail Immed - $950/mth CRYSTAL SHORES 2 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse, 6 appls.,b/I vac, elect. F/P, garage, 55 yrs. & over, N/S, No pets. Avail Immed$1300/mth DRESSAGE COURT 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, gas f/p, patio, n/s, cat ok. avail.

Mar. 1 - $875/mth ARGO COURT 1 bdrm, 1 bath apt., F & S, coin laundry, basic cable & hot water incl, N/S, cat neg. w/ref. avail. Mar. 1 - $650/mth. Call Res Mgr. 334-8602 CLOSE TO COLLEGE two level townhouse, 2 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appls, carport, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed.

- $850/mth

2180A Piercy Ave 2 bed, 3 bath, N/S, N/P, 5 appls, $900/mth Avail. Immed.

COURTENAY, SPACIOUS, centrally located 2 and 3 bdrms ($650/$775) Townhome, 1835 Piercy Ave., coin laundry, new roof, N/P. Family oriented. Call (250)702-1096.

EAST COURTENAY - 2 bdrm F&S. Avail. in suite laundry (extra $50 ) N/S, N/P, Avail now. $725/mth 250-871-6633

7-1720 13th St 2 bed, 1bath, N/S, 4 appls, $725/mth Avail. Mar. 1 24-2728 1st St 3 bed, 2 bath, N/S, N/P, 4 appls., $1050/mth Avail. Mar. 1 7403 South Island Hwy. 2 bed, 2 bath, 5 appls., $1050/mth Avail. Immed.

ROYSTON - 4 bdrm + den 3 ba., rv prk, dbl. garage. Newly reno. N/S, N/P, $1450/mth refs. Mar. 1. 250-218-4333

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2003 CAMRY XLE- sun roof, excellent condition. 143,500 km. Asking $8000. Call 250338-0763.

2005 CHEVY Trail Blazer LS Exc cond. 103,000kmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 6cyl auto, air, cruise, privacy glass, many extras. $9,995. Call after 5pm or leave msg.

1 (250)754-0725

SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING ABBEYFIELD HOUSE offers affordable, supportive seniors accommodation in a home-like setting. All meals provided.

Call 250-338-7136 for tour.

HONDA CIVIC Hybrid 2007.

1owner; regular maintenance; 93,000km; automatic, cruise control, A/C, 2 sets wheels; dark blue grey, excellent cond. $12,000. Call 250-338-0806.

SHARED ACCOMMODATION

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COURTENAY, WATER view room for rent near Driftwood Mall. Call (250)338-9968.

1979 Datsun 280ZX. Silver grey in excellent condition.

98,000 km. Appraised at $10,500, asking $7,900, will consider reasonable offers.

Records available.(250) 6554359

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BLUE JAY APARTMENTS

1970 Fitzgerald Ave, Courtenay

450-19th Street, Courtenay

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

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

250-334-3078

Call Pat at 250-703-6965

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ANDERTON ARMS

200 Back Road, Courtenay

426 Anderton Avenue, Courtenay

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

Cozy 1 bedroom, in a great location! Overlooks Puntledge River and Lewis Park. Short walk to downtown. 2 rental references required. Avail. March 1. No pets allowed.

Call Sharon 250-338-7449

Call 250-334-9717

WILLOW ARMS APARTMENTS 1252-9th St., Courtenay Spacious 3 bedroom suite in a quiet family oriented building with secure entry and manager on site.

Walking distance to schools, bus stops, and downtown. Reasonable rent includes heat, hot water, stove, fridge, carpet and drapes. No pets, two rental references and security deposit required.

For viewing please call Donna 250-334-9667

CONDOS CYPRESS ARMS

1520/1540 Piercy Ave, Courtenay 1992 NISSAN Stanza LE. Power breaks, steering, windows. New breaks. Complete tune up. Good tires. $2400 O.B.O. 250-204-6411.

2005 NISSAN Sentra Special Edition. Automatic 4-Door. Remote ignition. Only 87,800 km.

Asking $5,500. Call 338-0374 or leave message.

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XJUI B DMBTTJmFE BE 2003 WIND STAR VAN. Automatic remote starter, Bruno lift.

Comes with or without scooter.

147,400 km. Fully inspected. $7000. (250)338-1961.

APARTMENTS 2008 PONTIAC Torrent GXP, 110,000 KMS, all wheel drive, 6 speed automatic, power everything, heated leather, sunroof, bumper to bumper warranty. Fully loaded, asking $17,995 obo. (250)897-1266 or (250)897-2047.

WILLOW POINT- 4 bdrm bsmt home.NS/NP. Refs reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. $950 (250)286-6022, after 6pm.

COURTENAY, LOWER 2 bdrm suite in 5-Plex. 2121 Piercy Ave., newer ďŹ&#x201A;oors, newer paint, includes heat and hydro, $775 mo. Avail March 1st, N/P. Call 250-702-1096.

1998 MAZDA V6 B4000, RWD Automatic. 165000km.

Good cond. Reliable vehicle. $3800 OBO. 250-202-6365 or 250-203-1414. Call or text.

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TWO BEDROOM house on a half and acre; quiet rural area on Fitzgerald Rd. $950 a month. Please call 250-3372385

SUITES, LOWER

1995-FORD EXPLORER. 4x4 w/ X LT fully loaded. Excellent cond. Original owner. Approx.

250,000kms. $2495 O.B.O. 250-923-4924.

2003 REX Air Motor Home.

Well maintained, Class A, 29ft, as new. V10 motor, low mileage, garage kept.

N/S and N/P $44,900.

1-250-746-7808

1-800-961-7022

1255 9th Street, Courtenay

2 bedroom available immediately and March 1st, in clean, quiet building with on-site manager, close to town, schools, and bus. Stove, fridge, blinds and carpet.

In-suite storage with washer and dryer.

Small pets welcome.

Available deluxe 2 bedroom suite in a quiet well maintained building. Rent includes full size stove, fridge, washer/dryer, carpet and blinds. Nice feature: large open concept. No pets. 2 Rental references and Security Deposit required.

For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667

To View, Call 250-334-4483

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1045 Cumberland Road

1075 Edgett Road, Courtenay

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

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

For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667

Call 250-334-9717

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146 Back Road, Courtenay FEATURES: Fridge/stove, dishwasher, washer/dryer, wall-to-wall carpets, blinds. Children welcome. Quiet, well-maintained 2 and 3 bedroom condos. Ideal location. Walking distance to Superstore and North Island College.

1992 Crown Victoria 123,000 miles, unsurpassed for comfort, safety and reliability.

Asking $1800.

Please call 250-331-0361 1997 CHRYSLER Intrepid.

New brakes, tires. 230,000 miles. $2000.00.

250-8909409 or e-mail fsjsand@hotmail.com 2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded.

White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 ďŹ rm. 250-755-5191.

2006 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Adventure 80,000k.

Immaculate condition, lotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of extras. $30,000 O.B.O Please call 250-338-8206

TRUCKS & VANS 1995 CHEVY Cheyenne 2500 4WD. Ext. cab. Grey. No rust.172,000km. $2200. Call 250-287-8176

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TOWNHOUSES TORRY PINES 1560-13th Street, Courtenay Attractive 2 & 3 bedroom townhouses have been completely renovated â&#x20AC;&#x201C; enjoy new appliances, ďŹ&#x201A;ooring and bathroom ďŹ ttings in these spacious units. Friendly and quiet atmosphere make it ideal for family or working couple. Large, private patio area allows great access for your pet. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit. Call 250-334-9717

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COMOX VALLEY WORSHIP DIRECTORY THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

Church of Our Lord Holy Communion 10:00 am each Sunday

Comox Valley Community Church

WELCOMES YOU TO SERVICES AT:

at Berwick, 1700 Comox Ave. Comox, BC All Welcome Tel: 250-941-0332

Meeting in the Stan Hagen Theatre

COMOX UNITED

of the North Island College at 10 am Sunday Morning

250 BEACH AVENUE

www.centralchurchefc.com

We Meet every 1st and 3rd Sunday at 4 pm

Real People

living hope

Doing Real Life Seeking Real Change

Becoming a People Prepared

Worship Services 10am Sundays Mark Isfeld School 1551 Lerwick Road, Courtenay

250 Beach Drive, Comox (at Comox United Church)

250-890-9262

MENNONITE UNITED MENNONITE CHURCH (BLACK CREEK) A Christ centered faith community dedicated to the Worship of God and the promotion of peace and social justice in His name.

Sunday Worship: 10:30 AM Sunday School: 10:30 AM 2277 Enns Road, Black Creek.

Pastor Gordon Carter Office: 250.337.5341 Email: carter.gord@gmail.com

RIVER HEIGHTS CHURCH

Sunday Celebration

Sundays 10 am

LUTHERAN

PRESBYTERIAN

6th & Fitzgerald Ave.

Courtenay “The church with a heart in the heart of the city” SUNDAY SERVICE SUNDAY SERVICE: 10:30 am 10:30AM SUNDAY SCHOOL SUNDAY SCHOOL Nursery-Grade 7

Shepherd Of The Valley Lutheran Church (ELCIC)

2182 Comox Avenue, Comox “A place for you: John 14:2

Nursery -Grade 7

250.334.9777 livinghope@shaw.ca www.livinghopeonline.ca

250-334-4961

stgeorgeuc@shaw.ca www.stgeorgesunitedchurch.com

250-703-1652

RESONATE BAPTIST CHURCH

CUMBERLAND UNITED CHURCH

Comox Community Baptist Church

10:00AM at Brooklyn Elementary School

~ A Place to Discover Your Life Purpose ~

St. George’s

10 am Sunday Worship

“Sounding forth the Supremacy of Christ in all things”

Faith Family Friends

Val 250-338-7727 (office)

Hearing Assistance

Full Wheelchair Access

Minister: Peggy Jensen

www.cvuf.ca

@ 10:30 am

www.comoxunitedchurch.com | 250-339-3966

Pastor Dave Koleba Associate Pastor Jake Hron

Rev. Maggie Enwright

Comox Valley Unitarian Fellowship

Join us this Sunday

1580 Fitzgerald Ave. Courtenay 250-338-8221 www.cvsalarmy.ca church@cvsalarmy.ca

Email: cxunited@telus.net

Congregational Christian Churches of Canada

Nursery - Kid Jam Youth Group

Pastors Darryl & Kim Burry

Sunday Worship and Children & Youth Program 10 am Saturday Service 5 pm

www.coolcomox.ca Anglican Church in North America

Bay Community Church

1st Street & Penrith

1105 Pritchard Rd., Comox www.baychurch.net 250-339-7527

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH Independent - Fundamental

COMOX VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN

467 - 4th Street (just east of Fitzgerald)

725 Aspen Rd., Comox

Service 10:30am Sunday, February 17 Guest Speaker: Rev. Murray Etty Tel/Fax 250-339-2882 Full Wheelchair e-mail:cvpc@shaw.ca Access comoxvalleypresbyterian.ca

Sunday Morning Service - 10:00 a.m.

Adult Bible Study - 11:30 a.m.

Children’s Sunday School - 11:30 a.m.

Evening Service - 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Prayer and Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.

Rev. Paul Johnson, Pastor

250-338-8454

Hearing Assistance

LIVING A VISION FOR CHRIST AND COMMUNITY

www.gbccv.org • info@gbccv.org

Canadian Baptists of Western Canada

Sunday Worship & Children’s Program at 11 am

SUNDAY SERVICE 10:30 A.M.

Followed by a Potluck Lunch

Guest Minister, Rev. Wally Fry

1290 Guthrie Rd., Comox

Everyone Welcome

Eve Mark, Choir Director 250-338-4785

www.resonatechurch.ca

250-400-7800

Pastor Rev. Clark Gietz

2946 Kilpatrick Ave. Church Phone: 250-338-1312 Morning Service 11am Evening Service 7pm

“Come enjoy the presence of God where every service is a healing service”

Everyone Welcome.

1250 Anderton Road, Comox

250-339-0224

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St. Peter

9:15 am Contemporary Service

Jim Lyster, Rector 218 Church St., Comox • 250-339-2925

11:00 am Traditional Service Nursery Care & Jr. Church @ 9:15 am

PASTORS: Peter Rabey & Randy Dyck

NEW YEAR’S EVE 2963 Lake Trail Road, Courtenay (across from Arden Elementary) 250-334-3432 www.courtenaybaptist.com

SATURDAY 5:40 Express Contemporary Worship SUNDAY 8:00 am & 10:00 am Worship www.stpeterscomox.ca

St. John the Divine The Rev. Rodney Ives, Priest in charge 579 - 5th Street, Courtenay

Sunday Holy Eucharist 8:30 am & 10 am Sunday School 10 am Wednesday Holy Eucharist 10 am

250-334-4331 http:/stjohnthedivinecourtenay.bc.anglican.ca

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LOWER PAYMENTS 20133 ELANTRA

$

BI-WEEKLY

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FINANCING FOR UP TO 84 MONTHS

ON SELECT MODELS

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TUCSON L 5-SPEED MANUAL. DELIVERY & DESTINATION INCLUDED.

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$

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