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Could this be Cowichan’s special Day? Once upon a day...Cowichan: Sneak peek of Nick Versteeg’s Cowichan promotional film sparks excitement for March 7 Cowichan Theatre world premiere Ashley Degraaf
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ever has Cowichan been portrayed in a such a way. Everything special about Cowichan Valley living is beautifully and uniquely displayed in Cowichan ¿lmmaker Nick Versteeg’s new ¿lm Once upon a day...Cowichan. Viewers at a special media screening at the Clifton in Cowichan Bay last week couldn’t stop talking about how emotional it made them. “We were just totally astounded when we ¿rst saw it,” said Economic Development Cowichan manager Geoff Millar. “We had shivers running down our necks.” Produced in partnership with the Cowichan Valley Regional District and its economic development department, Once upon a day is part of a series of short ¿lms by Versteeg, made in collaboration with retired local composer Eric Smith. The series is aimed at not only drawing tourists to the Warm Land, but also educating locals on what’s available in their backyards. Thursday’s sneak peek was of the ¿ve-minute Once upon a day — which will be available online on sites like Youtube and Vimeo as well as the websites of local businesses and the CVRD — to be used a huge tourism booster. It features many familiar valley faces including musicians Hope King and Ed Peekeekoot, carver Herb Rice, the Cowichan Consort Choir and conductor Robert Mari, music producer Zak Cohen and Cowichan “We had shivers Tribes’ Tzinquaw dancrunning down ers, along with ¿shermen, bakers, cooks, artists, our necks.” golfers, hikers and kayakers all enjoying the beauty of Cowichan to the music of Beethoven’s Ode To Joy. But the piece is just a taster. Versteeg has also created a 42-minute version, Once upon a year... Cowichan, which will be premiered to the public next week. It showcases in-depth
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Cowichan Bay composer Eric Smith plays his grand piano at the Cowichan Bay dock during Älming for Once upon a day...Cowichan, a Älm showcasing the charms of the local community that will be premiered March 7 at the Cowichan Theatre. interviews with local business owners and is aimed more at educating local folk so they, in turn, can educate visitors. And he has produced three one-minute clips with day-trip ideas and featured themes of food and wine, history, and adventure, that will also be available for tourists on websites. Versteeg is a trained chef, has been producing and directing documentaries for A&E, History Channel, Discovery Channel, CBC, and CTV Canada. For the past 15 years, he has specialized in the culinary ¿eld and produced a variety of specials for the U.S. and Canadian Food Networks. While his latest works have local funding partners excited for their great promise as a
promotional tool, the project originally began last winter from Versteeg’s wintertime lusting to create. “I said to my wife last January that I needed something I can work on creatively,” the internationally known videographer said. He came up with the Once upon a day... concept, pitched it to local politicians and business leaders, and quickly gathered the support he needed. Versteeg gave huge credit to Smith, his collaborator and across-the-street neighbour in Cowichan Bay, saying he was hugely instrumental in the making of the ¿lm. “I said to Eric, we have free reign over it and that’s always a lot of fun for an artist,” Versteeg
said. “If it wasn’t for Eric, there wouldn’t have been anything.” Smith, a Cowichan Bay musician, composer and arranger, is featured at the beginning of the ¿lm playing his grand piano on one of the bay’s docks. He also produced and arranged the music in the ¿lm. Versteeg ¿gured the ¿lm cost about $23,000 to make, which isn’t a lot, he said, noting several community members stepped up to donate time. “Eric alone donated probably 150 hours of studio time,” Versteeg said. The CVRD, plus 15 business sponsors, are splitting the cost. more on 4
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A 28-year-old Duncan man faces numerous property and weapons charges following a break, enter and theft. Steven Sharanowski was arrested near the scene with firearms in his possession allegedly stolen from a residence where a break-in was reported to North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP Feb. 13. Cpl. Krista Hobday noted Sharanowski is being held in custody pending a bail hearing and eventual trial.
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Damir Wallener will represent Cowichan’s B.C. Conservatives in the May 2013 provincial general election. A valley resident since 2009, Wallener has served for the past several years as the chief technology officer with a Vancouver-based Secodix Corporation, which develops high-performance appliances for financial markets. Wallener is running instead of early party favourite former Cowichan Valley school trustee Cathy Schmidt, who withdrew due to personal reasons.
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Cheryl Damstetter, executive director for mental health services and Dr. Richard Crow, executive medicine director, tour the garden facility during the unveiling of two newly renovated wings at the reopened Cowichan Lodge Thursday. The $9 million project created a 24-bed wing for seniors with cognitive and behavioural challenges and a 27-bed wing for adults with severe mental disorders. The average patient is expected to stay between six and 18 months.
Duncan’s search for a new leadership team nearing its end Ashley Degraaf
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ne of Duncan’s soonto-be-vacant key public service spots has been ¿lled and the mayor is signalling the city’s top spot could also be ¿lled as soon as next week. Penticton’s Karen Burley will replace Duncan’s Director of Corporate
services Lynn Ketch Monday. Meanwhile, Mayor Phil Kent said Chief Administrative Of¿cer Tom Ireland’s replacement is also in the works but won’t be con¿rmed until an offer is accepted and a deal is struck with the candidate. “We’ve had a lot of candidates for that position,” Kent said Tuesday of Ireland’s replacement. “We had 50 applicants and we narrowed the list down to 10 and we’re
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now looking at four candidates,” Kent explained, noting years of general experience, with a speci¿c background in legal and planning work in communities with a similar demographic pro¿le as Duncan are factors in the search. Both Ketch and Ireland are retiring, but will stay on board at city hall until Tom Ireland: April 26 to assist in the transition. retiring Burley’s last day as the corporate of¿cer in Penticton was Friday.
till no treaty for Cowichan’s southernmost First Nation. But yesterday the provincial government announced a step in that direction. The Malahat Nation signed an Incremental Treaty Agreement Tuesday with the provincial government that provides the band with two parcels of land in the south Shawnigan area. “Our Nation and our citizens look forward to this great opportunity of regaining control of some of our lands,’’ said Malahat Nation Chief Michael Harry in a media statement. “We look forward to the ability to carry out the Nation’s economic development initiatives based on our long-term strategic economic development plans. The ITA signing leads to a 64-hectare parcel being transferred to the band immediately. A second 120-hectare parcel adjacent to the other one will be transferred once an agreement-in-principle is signed under the B.C. treaty process. The transferred lands will be subject to provincial and federal laws as well as local government zoning and taxation. According to the announcement, in addition to the land, the arrangement will also provide “economic development and employment opportunities.” But Aboriginal Relations ministry spokesperson Robin Platts was unable to provide any further detail as to the nature of those opportunities and Harry was not available for comment. In the release, he stated the signing is the beginning of achieving some of the Malahat band’s goals. “The Malahat citizens’ goals and objectives include seeking opportunities for our youth, providing meaningful employment for our citizens while protecting our lands and resources.” The Malahat Nation, which has about 265 citizens, is currently in the fourth stage of the six-stage treaty process. It is one of ¿ve Nations that comprise the Te’mexw Treaty Association. “Malahat Nation is working diligently to develop jobs and other economic opportunities that will contribute to a prosperous future for its citizens and the surrounding region,’’ added Ida Chong, the minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation, in the same media release
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OPENS NEW STUDIO It is with great pleasure that the Gulf Pacific Group welcomes Adage Studio and Performing Arts as the newest tenant at 126 Government Street. While Adage had a soft opening on January 3rd, 2013, their full 5,342 sq foot studio is now officially open to better serve their clients and the residents of the Cowichan Valley. Speaking for the Landlord, Gulf Pacific’s Linda Gray suggests it is an honour to have such a quality company to complete the 100% lease up of the building. The Ministry of Children and Family Development is the other main floor tenant. Adage and MCFD continue the tradition of some iconic tenants at this location, which is at one of the main and highest-profile entrances to downtown Duncan. Stedman’s first occupied the building followed by Dabbers Bingo for many years.
Adage’s new location is not only at a key intersection; unlike many downtown properties, it has on-site parking at the rear of the building, facing Cowichan Tribes administrative offices, which will be the main entrance for the new studio. Adage’s move was necessitated by their substantial growth, hence the need for more space and better parking. They are to be commended for their first class space design and high quality of construction. Special features at their new location include: a spacious reception area; administrative offices; three large studios; high class washrooms; a Pilates studio and ample storage space for props, supplies, etc. Let the dancing begin!
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“Our goal is to get people staying here for a couple of days,” Versteeg said. “This is going to be the biggest thing in 2013 for us,” said Millar. The March 7 premiere at the Cowichan Theatre will include a viewing of Once upon a day.. Cowichan, Once upon a year... Cowichan, a seven-minute clip on the making of Once upon a day, as well as the three, oneminute day-trip idea pieces. The theatre lobby will transform into a sort of culture smorgasbord to showcase some of the musicians, artists and artisans and their art featured in the ¿lm, including sounds of the Paul Sparrow jazz trio, carver
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out leaving and potentially missing our turn,” she said. “I am appalled that such a small child was brushed off. As a parent I should be able to get treatment for my child within a reasonable amount of time.” Allaire emailed Vancouver Island Health Authority after the incident and received an automated email response stating she’d receive a call within the next couple of days. And that she did, by a patient care staffer from Victoria who agreed the situation wasn’t acceptable and promised she’d receive another call from Cowichan’s site director. VIHA’s Sheila Leadbetter con¿rmed this week a quality care program manager has been working with Allaire to sort out the
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advanced age and others who are incapable of removing themselves from being exposed to hazardous cigarette chemicals,” a media release from the city states. “Each year in Canada, secondhand smoke causes the death of at least 800 non-smokers, due to lung cancer and heart disease.” Tickets will be accompanied by a minimum $100 ¿ne. “The city’s bylaw enforcement of¿cers will begin an awareness campaign advising smokers of the new regulations. Tickets will only be issued if warnings are disregarded,” director of corporate services Lynn Ketch stated in the release. “It is hoped that through this awareness campaign that ticketing will not be necessary.” — John McKinley
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This we like On Thursday, VIHA pulled back the curtain on the new mental health facility located in Cowichan Lodge. Mental health support is something that has been lacking in the valley and we are glad to see this $9 million project is ready to address that need. The specialized care will help a misunderstood segment of our population right here in our community and should be a welcome addition.
Cpl. Jon Stuart and Cst. Jeremy Woods tour the exercise room during the unveiling of the renovated Cowichan Lodge reopening Thursday.
The wounds of the closure of Cowichan Lodge as a seniors care facility have been licked clean as best as this community could manage long ago. There is nothing to be gained from picking around the scar. However, that doesn’t mean we can’t mark the occasion of the lodge’s reopening by pointing out the community could use more in the way of care facilities for seniors.
Simply acknowledging people makes a better world Aaron Bichard
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It seems like such a simple thing to make eye contact, or smile and nod to the people we pass, yet many times this basic interaction doesn’t happen. And the lack of these simple exchanges can have lasting effects on the health of our community. According to a study measuring how people feel when they are acknowledged published last year by Purdue University psychology professor Eric D. Wesselmann, “because social connections are fundamental to survival, researchers argue that humans evolved systems to detect the slightest cues of inclusion or exclusion. “For example, simple eye contact is suf¿cient to convey inclusion. In contrast, withholding eye contact can signal exclusion.” Wesselmann goes further to suggest if a stranger looks at another person without making contact, “the latter feels invisible.” As we all know, visibility and accountability go hand-in-hand, and accountability is a major piece of each individual’s contract with one another in the broader context of society. When people don’t believe they are seen, or
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cared about, or that anyone is watching, there is more likelihood their decisions will be made to bene¿t themselves in the moment rather than the greater community. And some of those decisions can be detrimental. I see it all the time with recycling. In places where the recycling drop spot is communal, there tends to be a greater chance garbage will be mixed in. The accountability to follow the rules is lost in the crowd. Greeting people you meet on the street isn’t only about policing, though — the bene¿ts are further reaching than that. By simply acknowledging another person’s presence, on a street or a path or in a park, there is more than an understanding neither party is alone; there is the creation of a rudimentary shared experience. And sometimes that simple formation of familiarity is enough to make a difference. One of the common symptoms of depression is isolation. The feeling of aloneness leads to actions that perpetuate the social separation. While a hello from a stranger can’t be expected to be a magical mental health remedy, it can at
least provide evidence contrary to the personal narrative being told by someone who is feeling down. Now, I’ll admit saying hello might not always be possible — sheer volume of people in a crowd could prevent this. On Cowichan’s Friendship Trail, it’s probably doable. Crossing the Brooklyn Bridge? Fuhgeddaboudit. And of course everyone has the right to wish for anonymity and to be lost in thought. But everyone who lives in this community has this community in common, and is to some degree sharing the same experience. And everyone can bene¿t from a friendlier, more inclusive atmosphere. A smile and nod costs nothing, but the payoff can be great. Aaron Bichard writes for newspapers and recycles them. Connect with him at cowichanrecyclists@gmail.com.
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Under what circumstances should schools be permanently closed? “If (government) didn’t close schools, that’d mean lots of busing or parents figuring out rides. But with less kids enrolled, they need more funding for schools to stay open.”
Jenny Robyn, Duncan
“Based on enrollment. If demand is there, why would they need to close schools? However, if a school needs seismic upgrades, it’ll cost about three times more than building a new school.”
Shawn McQuaid, Duncan
What do you think? Log on to www.cowichannewsleader.com and answer our Question of the Week. Results will be published in our next edition.
Forest giveaway simply bad policy
Pompeo judge gives me faith police have some public accountability
Dear editor God bless Judge Josiah Wood. May he have many more years on the bench in B.C. I attended Judge Wood’s court during the trial of David Pompeo, the RCMP of¿cer who shot Bill Gillespie four years ago in Chemainus. This trial has been long and painful. It will, I am sure, set a precedent for other similar cases. I have come away with great admiration for Judge Wood, who shows the courage of his convictions. I also came away with the knowledge if I do not voice my opinions concerning what is happening with policing in B.C. that nothing will change. I am pleased with Judge Wood’s verdict because I hope that in removing Mr. Pompeo from the RCMP (which I expect will happen) this verdict will serve to make the RCMP look more carefully at the people who carry the weapons used in their service of protecting the public. Mr. Pompeo claimed he used his weapon because he was under pressure; he was stressed and he believed his life was in danger. I wonder why this young police of¿cer was stressed. This sort of scene was part of his job, for which police insist they are well-trained. His partner followed this training in removing Mr. Gillespie’s friend from the motor vehicle in which they were stopped. He certainly did not seem stressed enough to either manhandle or shoot the person of whom he was in charge. I wonder if Mr. Pompeo was psychologically suited for his position or experienced enough in police work to have the responsibility that he carried. Some real changes are required with this RCMP. I want to hear what changes are being made. I do not want to hear I am not entitled to know any police business. I want to know what the sentence for Mr. Pompeo will be and I fully expect he must be treated exactly as would another person who is convicted of aggravated assault. The prescribed jail sentence could be anywhere from six months to 14 years. I want to know what measures are being taken so he will not be responsible for public safety, nor will he ever be allowed to have a gun in his hands again. We demand police be tried and punished just as citizens are, when our laws are broken. How can we have con¿dence in the RCMP if police are treated as if they are above the laws that pertain to the rest of us? Thank God for
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government plan to introduce a scant two-paragraph bill granting it powers to fundamentally alter the course of forestry in B.C. is disturbing to say the least. According to several sources who have been briefed on the legislation, the bill would give the provincial cabinet powers to grant forest companies de facto private control over public forestlands without ¿rst having to notify or consult with the public. Instead of companies enjoying rights to log set volumes of trees on public forestlands, companies would gain dramatically expanded powers to log trees on de¿ned areas that in effect become their own semi-private ¿efdoms. If the new legislation passes, the provincial Andrew Leong cabinet could grant forest companies the rights to Colleen Marsel received the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for more than 30 years of volunteer fundrais- roll over numerous volume-based forest licences ing service for the Heart and Stroke Foundation in B.C. and Yukon, at the Celebrity Heart Breakfast event. into area-based Tree Farm Licences. TFLs bestow by far the most secure rights of access to publicly authorities like Judge Wood, as his action will spans, short term memory loss, fatigue, nausea, owned trees of any arrangement with the provinbegin to make RCMP accountable. blurred vision, palpitations? Are those EHS cial government. The new legislation could masIrene McGeary kids going to be called malingerers, or sent to sively expand their use. Duncan the school nurse and told they need drugs to TFL lands still remain publicly owned and the function? Just because new technology has government still collects timber-cutting or stumpdoesn’t mean you have to be the ¿rst age fees from the companies logging them. But Too many accept abuse of ofÄcials arrived guinea pig in line to try it out. once a TFL is granted, a company has something Christel Martin as part of the game that is very dif¿cult for the province to take back comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com Dear editor without triggering prohibitively expensive payouts. Re: Kerry Park minor hockey incident. This Worse, TFLs become tradable or sellable assets. verbal abuse of of¿cials is way too common in We need to have this conversation If the right corporate suitor comes along, say a ice hockey. People seem to think it is OK and pension fund that has zero interest in maintaining Dear editor normal to scream at someone doing their job. sawmills let alone building desperately-needed Re: Aaron Bichard’s Jan. 23 column. I run More often than not, the idiots doing the yellvalue-added facilities like furniture plants, so be it. the Gay/Straight Alliance at the Commuing have no clue about the rules and how they Forest company executives routinely trot out nity Options Society and am so happy this are applied. I refuse to do minor hockey just for conversation is happening. There is nothing the trope that TFLs provide them the security they this reason. I don’t need to be screamed at by need to invest in renewing forests. But such claims I would like to see more than to have Gay/ coaches/parents while their young children are are not credible. Companies have historically made Straight Alliance groups in every school in watching. It is no wonder we lose thousands of the Cowichan Valley. I am hoping to see this the minimal reforestation investments required by young refs every year. I just don’t get hockey law regardless of the licensing arrangement with happen in the next couple years. We have had parents and coaches that swear and act like more than 100 youths attend our program from the government. morons. Your kid isn’t the next one. The “security” argument is a smokescreen, then, every school in the district. Our mission is to Eilidh McLeod promote inclusion and anti-bullying strategies. designed to draw attention away from the real comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com reason companies covet TFLs — their asset value. I would also like to see a group formed for The government opens the door to a rapid escalaadult members of the GLBTQ community as in corporate control of public forestlands. Smart boards mess with kids health often when youth ¿nish our program they have tionPerhaps the most disturbing aspect of such a no adult services they can connect to. Perhaps Dear D editor fundamental change on the eve of a provincial it’s time for Duncan/Cowichan Valley to have a Re: Bench Elementary’s Smart Classroom. election is the government leaves unaddressed the Pride Society? I wonder who’s paying the liability insurance most evident problems. Christine Morgan ffor injury due to wireless/microwave expoOur forests face the gravest health crisis in modcomments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com ssure? Who do these slowly-cooking children ern history. Communities that have for decades de“Have Cowichan women achieved equality?” ssue when they come down with cancer, or pended on our forests for their social and economic You answered: (61 votes) ssterility, or ADHD, or some other neurological More letters online well-being face equally daunting challenges. ddisorder just because some teacher fell in love 77 per cent YES Yet, there is a way out. Policies that would w with technology? Who are the parents going Also, read fresh stories every day and share end rampant wood waste, policies that would tto blame for installing that smart board, if they To vote on the next Question of the Week, log onto the your thoughts immediately through the comearmark certain forested areas as available to log tthemselves raised the money to buy one? What ments function. web poll at www.cowichannewsleader.com in exchange for company commitments to make aabout kids who are electro-hypersensitive, at cowichannewsleader.com minimal investments in new or modernized mills, aand have symptoms such as short attention policies that would result in greater, more effective reforestation efforts, are all within our grasp. In their absence, giving what remains of our forests away is lunacy. A responsible government would delay implementing such contentious legislation and give the public time to digest just what Here are some tips: Keep it short — 300 words or less; Keep it local — letters raised in We want to hear your opinion on just about any matter of local interest. the implications of such a move are. response to issues raised in our pages get top priority; Keep it clean — attack the issue, Here’s how to send it to us: Or the Opposition could signal now that should not the individual. • Email your thoughts to editor@cowichannewsleader.com such a bill pass it would be immediately repealed You must include your full name, home community and a phone number where we can • Mail your letter to Unit 2, 5380 Trans-Canada Highway, Duncan B.C., V9L 6W4 reach you during office hours. Addresses and phone numbers will not be published. • Fax it to us at 250-746-8529 upon a change in government.
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ne thing hasn’t changed much in the past 90 years as Vera Chown and Victor Gibson became what’s likely Duncan’s oldest set of fraternal twins. “Mom being the oldest, always took Vic’s hand — and even today, she’s the mothering person,” Linda Robson says of her mother born on Feb. 12, 1923 — just before Vic’s birth on Feb. 13 at Lime’s Nursing Home, which formerly sat at Trunk Road and the original Island Highway, Vera explained. She and Vic also still like cake, such as the one they sliced into recently at Cairnsmore Place, where Vic now happily lives.
Vic said he feels great at 90, and has “no secret” to longevity. But Vera said being born in the right era, plus eating wholesome foods, played a role in their long lives. “We were brought up at the right time. All our vegetables came from our garden; meat came from the butcher shop. We never used pesticides — everything we ate was good.” Some grub also came from stores at Duncan’s now-demolished Chinatown. “We got ¿sh and vegetables there, and they came around to homes,” said Vera. “We also took our shoes to Chinatown to have new soles put on.” ull day to Their bygone life saw folks take a full
brave the rough Malahat road to Victoria. But even after serving in the war, Vic and Vera couldn’t wait to get back to Cowichan. “It’s as good here as you can expect,” said Vic Vic, who became a petty of¿cer in th the Canadian Navy, and served in the th dangerous, chilly North Atlantic. “I don’t think you can ¿nd a better place,” adde added Vera, who was a sergeant in the R Royal Canadian Air Force, serving in Winnipeg, Ottawa and Toronto. more on 13
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“I believe Duncan had more people join the service than any other place in Canada, per population.â€? Some recruits — including her husband, Leslie – used Duncan’s former Agricultural Hall beside the Mound. Les Chown, she explained, raced ashore on Normandy’s Juno beach during D-Day 1944 where “he was wounded; blown up by a mine.â€? But Les just couldn’t wait to get back to his Âżghting unit, she said of the “wicked warâ€? that claimed “all those young guys.â€? Vera also remembered her British-born parents, Lily and Tom, sending her the Cowichan Leader while she was serving. Tom drove a bus in Cowichan after the war, but he almost never made it to Canada after his navy ship was torpedoed in 1916. Miraculously, Tom returned to his native Newcastle, then later reached Canada. “I joined the services because of dad,â€? said Vera. After the war, Vic resumed his trade as a stonemason. He worked at the Crofton mill while raising two kids that gave him a grandson. Vera had two daughters who produced three grandchildren. Eventually, six grandkids arrived. While the twins stayed close, neither could recollect having intuition that the other was in danger. “Not that I know of,â€? said Vera. “Maybe with identical twins.â€? Staying busy is the key to a happy, productive life in a place such as Cowichan, they agreed. “I’ve never been bored,â€? said Vera, who’s active with the Cowichan District Hospital Auxilliary. “I’ve never had time.â€?
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prognosis is pending about a multi-prong medical clinic in part of Duncan’s old pool space. “VIHA continues to work with the Cowichan Valley Division of Family Practice to de¿ne a model for a health-care centre,” Val Wilson of the Vancouver Island Health Authority says in an email to the News Leader Pictorial. “This is in the proposal stage and approval is dependent on funding.” There was no timeline regarding when VIHA brass could rent space for those wishing to help local residents without a doctor, with chronic pain or chronic diseases, and other programs aimed at promoting a healthy lifestyle. “As with any project, we would seek space in accordance with our fair-business practices,” Wilson says. That sounded routine to Ernie Mansueti, North Cowichan’s parks and recreation chief. “We’re waiting for VIHA to send out a request for proposal to the general public, looking (for) space in the Cowichan Valley.” Council asked staff
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y the way, did you hear: • Congratulations to former NLP reporter Krista Siefken, up for a B.C./Yukon Community Newspaper Association writing award for her story Finding forgiveness. The piece covered family reactions in the wake of the arrest of William Elliott in the deaths of Tyeshia Jones and Karrie Ann Stone. Krista is now living in England. • It might sound like the punch line for a knockknock joke, but the Thrifty Foods “Orange You Glad You Helped A Kid” fundraiser is creating smiles for different reasons. Thrifty’s is giving $1 from store sales of organic Buck Brand oranges until March 5 to help local KidSport chapters put needy children in sports. • General manager Donna Petrie is excited about Friday’s looming grand opening of The Old Fork, a new restaurant in the Silver Bridge Motor Inn. An all-day breakfast and lunch eatery, the Old Fork promises old favourites such as bananas foster, giant Àapjacks and praline bacon wafÀes in an environment restaurant concept designer and director Chris Jones wants to make you feel like you are back at home, in mom’s kitchen. • All Cowichan branches of Vancouver Island Regional Library are celebrating Freedom to
Read Week this week. Look for students from the Vancouver Island University class English 435: Children’s Literature: Freedom to Read (taught by Professor Terri Doughty) displaying posters on challenged children’s and youth books at the Cowichan branch. • Heard interesting news recently from proud mom Cathy Head about her son Connor’s band The Royal Canadians. The band is entered in the CBC Searchlight competition and needs votes for them and their song Waltz to advance. Vote daily at music.cbc.ca/#/Searchlight-All-PointsWest • Ron Minks’ Duncan branch of Snap Fitness is participating in a $25,000 Lose Weight Challenge this March, giving members the chance to win thousands of dollars in cash, prizes, or a sunny vacation as extra motivation to get ¿t. The challenge kicks off March 4 and runs through April 15. In addition to the national campaign, manager Jessica Kato-Koch said the Duncan club will be awarding local prizes to members as well. Call 250-748-0001 or visit snap¿tness.com/ duncanbc. Exciting things happening for you, your friends or your family that you want to share with your community? Send me a quick email at editor@cowichannewsleader.com. We’d love to spread the word.
Valley people Name: Henry Landry Occupation: lay Buddhist monk Age: 65 Hometown: Victoria If you get a chance go see: My Time With Marilyn — based on a true story and way better than one might expect Right now I am reading: Lotus Sutra I’m listening to: Kenny G, soft jazz Duets At least once everyone should: eat at Hudson’s On First restaurant Most people don’t know I: am a very private person Proudest or happiest moment: birth of my daughter Theresa Biggest fear: can’t think of any — no fear, no doubt If I was appointed king of the valley I would: build an official peace pole Before I die: I want to build a local Buddhist temple Words I live by: giving love is enlightenment
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The Shawnigan Cobble Hill Farmers Institute and Agriculture Society hosted a special volunteer appreciation Valentine’s Tea event recognizing longtime and signiÄcant volunteers Romey Pringle and Al McMaster on Feb. 14 at the Cobble Hill Hall. Here, McMaster examines a framed bio of himself presented by the Royal Canadian Legion Cobble Hill Branch 226.
rom captivating images from the world’s ¿nest wildlife photographers to a fascinating in-depth look at the 1911-12 race to the South Pole, the Royal B.C. Museum is presenting exhibits truly international in scope this spring and summer. At the same time, both locals and visitors will also appreciate the detailed look at the cultural celebrations of Victoria’s own Chinatown, along with the many regular family-friendly exhibits for which the museum is renowned. Learn about these events and more in the Royal B.C. Museum Spring/Summer Guide. Inside, ¿nd details about special lectures, Family
Sunday activities, spring break and summer camps, coming exhibits and much more, designed to highlight natural and human history here at home and around the globe. The guide will be available online through eEditions on or before March 8 at cowichannewsleader. com and other Black Press Vancouver Island websites. The Royal BC Museum will also have the guide available on-site and through its website, royalbcmuseum.bc.ca. “The Royal BC Museum is a world-class cultural attraction right in the heart of Victoria. We’re pleased to showcase this season’s exciting, innovative program for the Black Press readership,� says Penny Sakamoto, Black Press Victoria’s
Group Publisher. An iconic attraction on Victoria’s Inner Harbour, the Royal B.C. Museum brings alive British Columbia’s past, present and future with a collection of more than seven million unique objects and documents, along with special events and visiting exhibits. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, with extended summer hours until 10 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from May 23 to Sept. 28. The National Geographic Theatre is also onsite showing a rotating series of ¿lms from 10 a.m. daily. For more information, visit royalbcmuseum.bc.ca —Black Press
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efficiency and improving performance. V6 models with automatic transmission get variable cylinder management, which involves switching from six cylinders to three when demand for power is reduced, such as in highway cruising. Inside, the Accord has been upgraded considerably with much more soft touch material, better seats and more overall interior space. Drivers and passengers alike will find a quieter cabin with much less wind and road noise. The ride and handling are improved as well, thanks in part to suspension changes. For example, MacPherson struts replace the previous Accord’s double wishbone setup in the front, reducing weight as well as noise, vibration and harshness within the cabin. The new Accord is seven per cent more aerodynamic than the outgoing model and that, combined with the use of additional lighter weight high-strength steel, helps with fuel economy and handling. I had a chance to drive two versions of the Accord sedan — an EX-L V6 and a Touring model with the four-cylinder engine and CVT transmission. For obvious reasons, the V6 was much livelier and quieter than the 2.4-litre DOHC four-cylinder. Of course, you pay for that refinement at the gas pumps. Estimated city/highway/combined (L/100 km) fuel economy for the 2.4-litre with the CVT transmission is 7.8/5.5/6.7, while the V6 with six-speed automatic transmission is 9.7/5.7/7.9. The sixspeed manual rating with the 2.4-litre is estimated at 8.7/5.7/7.4.
Ford unveiled the Ford Atlas Concept at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. With a new design, improved fuel efficiency and a futuristic design Ford aims to introduce the truck of the future. The overall design is focused on providing Multiple tiedown points are integrated within the cargo box walls and load floor, along with 110-volt electrical outlets in the cargo box to charge power tools. An integrated roof carrying system and hidden extendable ramps give the truck unique functionality for a variety of jobs. The interior is themed with structural styling cues and features the latest thinking in comfort, utility and refinement. Innovative, thin, lightweight seating in comfortable leather allows for extra legroom for rear passengers along with integrated storage for smaller items. The Ford Atlas Concept features a next-generation EcoBoost powertrain, which introduces truck-enhanced Auto Start-Stop engine shutoff technology. Auto Start-Stop shuts off the engine when stopped in traffic to save fuel and smartly suspends the feature when the truck knows it is towing. EcoBoost engines use gasoline direct injection and turbocharging to deliver fuel-economy gains of up to 20 per cent and reduction of CO2 emissions of up to 15 per cent, compared with larger-displacement engines. More than 500,000 EcoBoost engines have been sold globally, including 250,000 in the Ford F-150. The Ford Atlas Concept goes further to save fuel through a combination of active aerodynamic elements that reduce wind resistance. They include: • Active Grille Shutters: Automatic shutters behind the grille stay open when extra engine cooling is needed, such as during low-speed stop-and-go driving or while working in hot weather. The shutters automatically close to improve aerodynamics when cruising on the highway at steady speeds • Active Wheel Shutters: Automatic shutters in the wheels are hidden to improve style at rest and low
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Genesis Coupe gets power boost for 2013 Story and photos by Lorne Drury Metroland Media/WheelsTalk.com – ‘If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,’ is the mantra of some automobile companies, but not Hyundai. The upstart South Korean automaker makes a habit of one-upping the competition by constantly upgrading its lineup. Case in point is the Hyundai Genesis Coupe, which bowed in 2009 as a 2010 model and now gets a significant refresh for 2013. Hyundai’s re-do of the car for 2013 is much more than the nip here and a tuck there that other manufacturers might call a refresh. To start with, the 2013 Genesis Coupe gets a serious power boost. Thanks in part to direct injection technology, the 3.8-litre Lambda DOHC V6 engine in my GT tester gains 42 horsepower to 348 and 29 lb/ft of torque to 295 that will propel the car from 0-100 km in the low five-second range. The power boost amounts to increases of 14 and 11 per cent respectively. Add to that a more aggressive exterior design with new front fascia, grille, headlights, fog lights and hood design and you end up with a Genesis Coupe that has significant improvements for 2013. Meanwhile, the base 2.0-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged engine is also significantly more powerful with a new twinscroll turbocharger and a larger, more thermally efficient intercooler. That engine now makes 274 hp (up from 210) on premium fuel, although anti-knock technology allows you to run it on regular fuel if desired. The base model Genesis Coupe 2.0 with manual transmission is priced at $26,499. A track-ready 2.0T R-Spec model is priced at $28,799 and includes a bunch of high-performance equipment like Brembo brakes, 19-inch wheels with summer tires, limited slip differential and a stiffer suspension. This model finished a strong third in the Sport-Performance under $50K category in the recent Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) 2013 Car of the Year testing. The Genesis finished a scant three points behind the Ford Focus ST in testing and posted a 0-100 km/h time of 6.9 seconds and topped the 10-car field in braking with a 100-0 km/h distance of 37.9 m. A 2.0T Premium model upgrades the interior of the standard 2.0T and adds items like touch-screen navigation system, 360-watt Infinity audio system, leather seats with two-stage front heaters, and power sunroof. This is priced at $29,899 for the six-speed manual and $31,699 for the eight-speed automatic. Fuel economy is better all-round in the new Genesis Coupe with Natural Resources Canada numbers of 11.5L/100
km city and 7.3L/100 km highway for the V6 manual and 11.3/7.0 for the V6 automatic. With the 2.0L engine, the numbers are 10/6.6 for the manual and 10.4/6.4 for the automatic. Power numbers are one thing, but where the rear-wheel drive Genesis Coupe 3.8 really stands out is in the weightto-power ratio thanks to extensive use of lighter, ultra highstrength steel. Against competitors like the BMW 335i, Infiniti G37, Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Challenger, the Genesis Coupe is best overall and on par with the Nissan 370Z. The cabin of the Genesis Coupe has a much more upscale look and feel than before. Among the new trim features is a stitched seam on the dashboard, while soft touch materials have a lower sheen for a more luxurious look. On the centre stack is a multi-gauge cluster with instant fuel economy, torque level (3.8 GT models) or turbocharger boost pressure (2.0T models) and oil temperature. The sport front seats have deep side bolsters for improved lateral support. Outside, 18- and 19-inch alloy wheels on the Genesis Coupe are all new for this year as are LED taillights. Even with the more muscular look, the car’s proportions are unchanged with short front and rear overhangs, creating a wedge-like profile with broad shoulders and a wide stance. The biggest improvement I found in the new model is in the ride comfort — I know I couldn’t live with the outgoing Genesis Coupe on a daily basis with its extremely harsh ride. Spring, damper and bushing ratings have all been recalibrated this time around for better road feel, more precise body motion control and best of all, more ride comfort. The Genesis Coupe was already a great car, but with the improvements we’ve outlined above, Hyundai has made it even better for 2013. There’s no standing still for Hyundai.
Dodge Grand Caravan still a practical family hauler By Lorne Drury Metroland Media/WheelsTalk.com – Every time I get behind the wheel of a minivan, I am left wondering why their popularity has fallen off the proverbial cliff. I guess it’s probably the “soccer mom” image that has turned people off or perhaps many have just moved on from the boxy styling to the more curvaceous look of today’s crossovers. For me, though, I would have no hesitation parking a minivan in my driveway if I had a growing family. As I have said before in this space, minivans are just so practical and easy to use. And while there are far fewer choices in this segment than there used to be, the old reliable Dodge Grand Caravan continues to lead the way in minivan sales in Canada as it has done for 28 straight years. It is the biggest selling minivan of all time and again a top-five bestselling vehicle in Canada during 2012. So for 2013, the Grand Caravan has only minor changes and is offered in five models, starting at $19,895. The Grand Caravan seats seven and offers Chrysler’s versatile and functional secondrow seats that fold flat into the floor. They are now called Super Stow ’n Go because they have been refined even further and can be folded flat in less than five seconds
with one hand and a simple pull on a lever. This is offered on all trim levels except the base SE Canada Value Package model. All Grand Caravans come with a 3.6-litre 24-valve DOHC Pentastar V6 engine, combined with a six-speed automatic transmission. The engine makes a respectable 283 hp and 260 lb/ft of torque. Fuel economy is rated at 12.2 L/100 km city (23 mpg) and 7.9 L/100 km highway (36 mpg). The base SE Canada Value Package offers 16-inch wheels, air conditioning, second row bench seat with third-row Stow ’n Go, fourwheel antilock disc brakes, seven airbags, power windows/locks/ mirrors, remote keyless entry, steering wheel mounted cruise and audio controls, stability control and more. SXT adds second row Super Stow ’n Go seats and storage, third-row Stow ’n Go with tailgate seats, and black side roof rails with integrated crossbars among other features. With the Grand Caravan Crew you move up to 17-inch aluminum wheels, power adjustable pedals, automatic temperature control, eight-way power driver’s seat, second row power windows and third row quarter-vented windows. The Crew Plus offers dual sliding power doors, power liftgate, heated leather seats, 6.5-inch touch screen media centre with rear view backup camera, Sirius satellite radio and ambient interior lighting.
The Grand Caravan has certainly come a long way from its beginnings back in 1984 and nowhere is that more evident than in the interior that is much more plush and upscale than ever before. One of the best features of the Grand Caravan is its versatility as a people and/or cargo hauler. It is so easy now to fold the secondand third-row seats into the floor to create to create 4,072 litres (143.8 cu ft) of cargo room or 2,359 litres (83.3 cu ft) behind the secondrow seats. Behind the third-row seats alone there is 934 litres (33 cu ft) of cargo space. Our vehicle had the Entertainment Group #2 option ($1,750) that included both second- and third-row overhead nine-inch video screens with a single disc DVD player and wireless headphones. On the road, the Grand Caravan eats up the kilometers easily and smoothly. With 283 hp, the V6 engine provides a good combination of power and fuel economy. This is not a vehicle that provides an inspired driving experience, but it is certainly comfortable and easy to drive for long-distance road trips. To sum it up, the Grand Caravan is a versatile, comfortable family vehicle. Price-wise it is hard to beat if you don’t load it up with expensive optional equipment.
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Arts volunteers in PORTALS spotlight The volunteers are getting their turn in the spotlight right now at PORTALS. The Cowichan Valley Arts Council Centre of Arts, Culture and Heritage is hosting the work of 13 noted local artists. What they have in common is each dedicates part of his or her time volunteering at the centre.
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Celtic Rhythm Dancers’ Kennedy Plumb, 10, took home a championship title at the Celtic Arts Open competition Feb. 16 in Bellingham, Washington. Dance coach Judy Hogg said this is the Ärst time anyone’s been able to boast the champion’s title in highland dance in the Cowichan Valley for a long time.
Cowichan kid becomes our Ärst Highland dance champion in years Kennedy Plumb: Local high-steps her way to title in Bellingham event Ashley Degraaf
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Malia McMullen dances to Kaleidoscope Heart, Kristy DeClark and Karrisa Thompson dance to Eyes on Fire and Amberlee Allen and Broderick Hargreaves dance to Building a Mystery during the contemporary dance portion of the 64th-annual Cowichan Music Festival at Cowichan Theatre, Thursday, Feb. 21. The CMF climaxes this weekend with the Gala Recital for Vocal & Dance, Sunday, 1:30 p.m. and the Highlights Concert Wednesday, March 6, at 7 p.m., both at the Cowichan Theatre. Call 748-7529 for ticket information.
dancing. That’s even knowing this is the ¿rst championship title won in highland dancing in the Cowichan Valley for a very long time, claimed coach Judy Hogg of the Celtic Rhythm Dancers club. But Plumb, 10, was all smiles and twinkly eyes as she showed off the plethora of medals and the championship certi¿cate she brought home from the Feb. 16 Celtic Arts Open Championship and Highland Dancing competition in Bellingham, Washington. “I was a little surprised,” Plumb said of ¿nding out how well she did in the series
of dances and the solo she performed at the highest level of competition, the premier level. “She won by a long shot too,” said a very proud Hogg. “She had just received her premier dance level, which is the highest level you can compete in and this was also her ¿rst competition in that level,” Hogg explained. Hogg said Plumb was feeling quite nervous going into the competition, but was able to overcome her jitters. “I was nervous, but once I started competing I started feeling better and more comfortable,” Plumb said. Hogg can testify to that. “She was very nervous and questioning whether or not she would even do the competition,” she said. “We told her it’s a trial and there were no expectations. “The (competition) day, she
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just took a deep breath and all of sudden she was relaxed and she did amazing,” Hogg said.”We’re extremely proud of her.” Plumb worked her buns off, training hard for more than a month and a half. She attends classes with Hogg Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. “She really did work for it,” Hogg said. “She worked her butt off and deserved the title and it’s kind of a big deal. “We’ve had several runnerups but no one has ever won that title,” Hogg explained. Hogg’s crew is now off to Vancouver this weekend to compete in the B.C. Open Championship. “I’m feeling pretty good about this one,” said Plumb of the Vancouver event. She’s been dancing with the Celtic Rhythms Dancers since she was ¿ve.
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HELP WANTED
Wednesday, February 27, 2013 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
REAL ESTATE
REAL ESTATE
RENTALS
RENTALS
WORK WANTED
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
ACREAGE
HOUSES FOR SALE
APARTMENT/CONDO
HOMES FOR RENT
HUSBAND FOR HIRE. Nothing but the best. Carpenter, plumber, painter, electrician, pressure washing. Just ask my wife! Call 250-746-4493 or 250-709-1111
SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD:
Incredible 5 acre treed PARK-LIKE PROPERTY with Well-Maintained Furnished Home 1500 sq.ft, 3-bdrm, 2 bath. Extremely close to Pristine Cowichan Lake, in the town of Caycuse. Perfect for recreational property or full time living. Motivated seller $378,800. Exceptionally low yearly cost. Not leased land. Call 250-745-3387 smartytwo@hotmail.com
Mountain View
CROFTON Large reno’d house
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1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or check online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
$200,000, PRIVATE 18.5 acreage overlooking lake at Honeymoon Bay. Near park, beach, store, zoned A1. Call (250)709-9656.
APARTMENT/CONDOS
HOMES WANTED
WE BUY HOUSES
EXPERIENCED PARTS person for a progressive auto/industrial supplier. Hired applicant will receive top wages, full beneďŹ ts and RRSP bonuses plus moving allowances. Our 26,000ft2 store is located 2.5 hours N.E. of Edmonton, Alberta. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send resume to: Sapphire Auto, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Or Email to: hr@sapphireinc.net. HOLBROOK DYSON LOGGING LIMITED- requires a full time processor operator to run a Tigercat H855C with Waratah HTH624 head. Full year work and union rates/beneďŹ ts apply. Please fax resumes to 250-287-9259. LOCAL TANNING salon requires exible, mature, P/T, exp. preferred. Drop resume at 121 First St; #101, Duncan. PART-TIME/FULLTIME position available at local health food store. Cashier experience helpful. Reply to File A 945, c/o The News Leader Pictorial, #2-5380 TCHwy, Duncan, BC, V9L 6W4
DUNCAN, 2 bed, 2 bath adult Condo, #3-370 Cairnsmore St. Level entry, patio, small pet ok. Newly reno’d. $146,000. (250)597-8070
Call: 1-250-616-9053
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MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
GARAGE SALES CHEMAINUSSt, Feb 27 to 3pm. No early items must go, sidered.
2883 Cecelia Mar 1, 10ambirds. Selected all offers con-
MISCELLANEOUS WANTED
$217,000 BRECHIN Views Condo. Sunny all day. 2 bdrm, 2 full baths, in-suite lndry/sewing, gas FP, balcony. Small dog OK. Req’d “Vendor’s Disclosure Statement.� SPA arbitration initiated by owner settled when remedy sought granted by Council. Price reduced from $230,000 because SPA problems ongoing; new complaint lodged with FICOM. Strata managed by Ardent Properties Inc. under a nonexpiry contract. (250)327-4716
HOUSES FOR SALE
HAIRSTYLISTS HAIRDRESSING in your home, Cowichan Valley area. Barb Stewart. 250-715-6568
resume@khowutzun.com
by March 10th, 2013, and please state the position you are applying for in the subject line. The Old Farm Market is looking for an EXPERIENCED, ENERGETIC, person to join our Deli team. Our friendly customer service is a priority. You must be available for a variety to shifts, days, evenings and weekends. Wage commensurate with experience. Opportunity for advancement for the right person. Apply with resume to: Sharon or Donna in our Deli Department.
TRADES, TECHNICAL PYRAMID CORPORATION is now hiring! Instrument Technicians and Electricians for various sites across Alberta. Send resume to: hr@pyramidcorporation.com or fax 780-955-HIRE.
Looking for a NEW job?
CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certiďŹ cation, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE FLOORING FLOOR INSTALLER looking for P/T work, carpet, lino, restretch & repairs. No job too small. Jerry (250)715-5852
HERITAGE PAWN BARGAINS! Propane patio heater, Line 6 Spider III guitar amp, Crown Cp660 Pro Audio amp, DJ MP3 Control deck, cedar native hats, Bushnell spotting scope, Sony wireless headphones, large djembe drum. Many more deals in store! 430 Whistler. 250-746-9810. heritagepawnbrokers.com LOG LATH, for making log homes or pillars, c/w industrial land lease. (250)743-3198 or 250-732-3239
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LOG SHELLS for sale. Lathed logs, proďŹ led & notched to ďŹ t your plans. Ph. 250-732-3239 or 250-743-3198
SHAUGHNESSY GARDENS 3251 Cowichan Lake Rd.
Clean 1 & 2 bdrm units. Full size fridge, stove & dishwasher. Carpet & linoleum, window coverings, ďŹ replace. Quiet, well maintained bldg with elevator & sauna. Pet friendly. Close to schools & Hospitals. CALL TO VIEW 250.710.7515 250.748.3412
VIOLIN SALE for Adults & children. Also, Cellos. Both very, very nice. Please call (250)701-2035. DUNCAN- 3444 Auchinachie Rd, 3 bdrm, 2 bathrooms, 1500 sq ft Rancher built in 2006 with new home warranty remaining. Quality ďŹ nishing with lots of extras. Great location. $339,000. 250-746-0586.
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LEWIS STREET Condo. 2 bdrm, 5 appls, N/S, no partying, close to town. Available Mar 1st. Ref’s a must. $800 mo. Call (250) 746-5615 MAPLE BAY - 1Bdrm Suite Private entrance, 1 covered parking spot,F/S, W/D, utilities, internet, included. 1 small pet may be considered. For N/S quiet mature person. Ref’s & DD req’d. $750. Call 250-7468681
CROFTON, OCEAN view, beautiful 3 BDRMS 2-story home, 1.5 bath, rec room, 4 appls, double garage, 2 ďŹ replaces, N/S, N/P, avail immed, ref’s req’d. (250)746-7935. DUNCAN, 2 bdrm in town, 173 McKinstry Pl., 100% reno’d, everything NEW incl 4 appl’s! Gas FP, blinds. Deck, patio, carport, shed. NS,NP. Year lease. $1100. (250) 748-2424 or 250-748-9150 SHAWNIGAN STATIONRancher Style House for Rent. Option of Rent-to-Own! 3 bdrms, 2 bath, $1550/mo+ utils. NS/NP. W/D included. Email for more info or pics: lisa.sia@shaw.ca Call us at 250-514-0094. SKUTZ FALLS: 3 bdrm rancher, on shared property, reno’d. W/stv $800/mo (250)749-3188
OFFICE/RETAIL DOWNTOWN DUNCAN 2500 sq.ft. 6 separate ofďŹ ces, reception, conference area & kitchen, 2nd oor, AC,. $1175/mo. 604-820-8929. DUNCAN, downtown, rental space on Jubilee behind the Arbutus Cafe, has own parking lot. Ph. 250-246-8442
APARTMENTS FURNISHED DUNCAN (8 km north) Furnished studio apartment, on 8 acres. Laundry, satellite, heat, hydro. $575. (250)748-1310.
OfďŹ ce, Retail & warehouse space for rent.
WATERFRONT (Shawnigan Lake) deluxe furn’d 1 bdrm, 7 appls, NS/NP. Avail immed until June. 30, $800 mo + util’s & wi-ďŹ . Ref’s. 250-743-1667.
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
SHOP WAREHOUSE for lease, Boys Rd, Duncan, 1500sq ft w/ofďŹ ce. $7.25 sq ft (250)474-3585, (250)245-9811
Large 1 & 2 BDRM corner unit. Walk to Safeway, Shoppers, Restaurants & Aquatic Centre. On bus route. Heat & H/W incl’d. New carpet & appls. On-site managers. Call 250-748-1304.
near the school, great area. 4 large bedrooms, 3 bath, 2 living rooms, ďŹ replace, dishwasher, huge sundeck with hottub! Big yard! $1250/m. Available immediately. N/S, pet considered. (250) 3311465
DUNCAN, ofďŹ ce/retail, downtown 950 sq.ft. ground oor, completely reno’d. Reception area, 3 ofďŹ ces. $1050/month. Avail now. 604-820-8929
COTTAGES COWICHAN RIVER LEASE: Private, modern, suits 1 or 2 people. Inoor heat. 1 Bdrm, steamspa, hot tub, ďŹ replace, 5 appl’s, veg garden potential. River access. N/S, no dogs. $990. davidandval@shaw.ca
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES DUNCAN, 3 Bdrm suite, incl F/S,W/D. Refs req. $775+util. 250-748-7808 leave msg. DUNCAN, Walk to town, Quiet 3 bdrm upper, 1.5 baths, 5 appl’s. Fenced back yard. NS/NP. $1275 incl’s util. Avail now. 250-748-9059
MOBILE HOMES & PADS
GUITARS FOR sale. 1994 Ovation Elite Model 1768, made in the USA, asking $1300. Cort 12 string acoustic, like new with soft shell carry case, asking $550. Call (250)324-2991 ask for Rob.
Comfortable, Cozy 2bdrm, 980sq.ft. in 55+ Mobile Park. 6 appli’s, some furniture. Lrg vine covered deck, fruit trees, garden space. $79,500. Just move in! (250)754-6436
To view call 250-748-3321
CENTRAL DUNCAN- Lovely 1 BDRM suites in seniors oriented building, heat included. NS/NP. Please call Art, 250-746-7241.
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
FOR SALE BY OWNER
Free Cable Hook up -------------------------------------Resident managers on site
CENTRAL CHEMAINUS oceanview modern 2 bdrm, 1000sq ft grnd lvl, 5 appls, private patio, wi-ďŹ , parking, $1,000. Available now. NS/NP. Call 250-246-4313.
FOR RENT April 1st - 2 Bd/Rm, 2 Bth/Rm, 5 Appl, ++ at 330 Brae Road, Duncan. $1000/Mo. Phone/Text 250212-5766
REAL ESTATE
Renos & upgraded security features Large balconies In-suite storage Close to schools, shopping and walking trails No pets allowed Includes: Heat, Hot water and parking
--------1000 sq’ - 7000 sq’ Store front with excellent exposure, overhead doors, ample parking, available now. --------Please call (250)748-9622 to view
DUNCAN in town, available March 1st. Quiet 2 bdrm apt. 5 appl, $850-$900. 250-2466626 or 250-746-4016
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
C.V. SPORTSMAN’S Firearms & Collectibles Show, Mar 3, 2013. Militaria. Eagles Hall, 2965 Jacobs Rd, Duncan. 8:30-1. Geoff 250-746-7812.
APARTMENT/CONDO DUNCAN downtown condo, 2 Bdrm, 2 baths, ďŹ ve appl’s, gated underground parking, $950/mo. Call 250-748-6679
Cowichan Bay, Oceanview Condo, 1 bdrm, adult oriented, no pets. Underground parking. $775/m. (250)748-8175
SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’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.
4 WINTER snow tires, 5 months wear, as new. Asia Durun 195/50R15, on rims (off Asuna SunďŹ re). $250. (250)748-2070
RENTALS
CENTRAL LOCATION, Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrms, balcony, F/S, heat & hot water, parking, pet considered, $550$875/mo. Call 250-748-7764.
FUEL/FIREWOOD
Spacious
Affordable 1 and 2 bedroom suites ------------------------------
SHAWNIGAN LAKE- (southwest) clean & adorable 1 bdrm Apt, W/D, lake views, N/S. Available March 1. $650 mo + utils. 1 year lease req’d. Call 250-743-5036.
$500/MO STARTING- weekly available, many apartment types, furnished, w/common kitchen. All utils, internet included. FREE local calls, No Credit Checks. Call Motel, 250-748-0661, (Duncan).
LEGAL SERVICES
The Khowutzun Development Corporation and the Quw’utsun’ Cultural and Conference Centre are accepting resumes for two summer student positions. If you are a business or a hospitality student, you could develop and apply your skills as a “Business Services Traineeâ€? or a “Hospitality Services Traineeâ€?. Both positions require that applicants be a Cowichan Tribes Member and at minimum, be a ďŹ rst year university student. If you are interested in working in a dynamic environment submit your resume to
Damaged House? Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale? We will Buy your House Quick Cash & Private. Mortgage Too High and House won’t sell? Can’t make payments? We will Lease Your House, Make your Payments and Buy it Later!
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CROFTON, AVAIL March. 1st. 2 bdrm, $800 mo, 3 bdrm, $850 mo, 5 bdrm $1000 mo. Newly reno’d, located in family mobile home park, by appt only. For more info call 250-2461810 or 250-210-1006 (cell). TALL TIMBERS Park, Duncan: 3 bdrm, F/S, washer, 1.5 bath, fenced yard, small pet considered. $800/mo. Avail. Apr. 1st. Ref’s, damage deposit. Call (250)748-7248.
HOMES FOR RENT 3 BDRM Character home in Duncan. Large fenced yard, pets considered. $1350 mo. Call/text (250)597-4725. 3 BDRM, near Cowichan Commons. F/S,N/P. Ref’s. $900. Mar 1st. (250)748-9909
Downtown Duncan. 2600 sq ft ofďŹ ces with 1600 sq ft of warehouse. Separate entrance for warehouse, with large overhead door. (250) 710-8961 (250) 709-7593 PRIME OFFICE Space for lease, Coronation Ave, Duncan. 1200 sqft, parking, wheelchair accessible. (250)2171944 michelle.mark@shaw.ca WANT TO GET NOTICED? Prime retail/ofďŹ ce space for rent in highly visible historical building on corner of First and Roberts in Ladysmith. 1,687 sq ft. 2 bathrooms, small kitchen, new ooring, A/C
Call 250-245-2277
SUITES, LOWER 2-BDRM GROUND-LEVEL, Duncan. March. 2. Priv ent, close to shopping, schools. 482 ChesterďŹ eld. $595 mo. Text me at (250)896-4248. CABIN w/camper attached on Chemainus river, woodstove, N/S, Util. incl. $750 or For Sale. (250) 210-0339 CHEMAINUS, nice 1 bdrm level entry suite, hardwood oors. Walk to town, trail nearby. Sm. pet ok, N/S, W/D, 1/2 util. $650. 250-732-3702 COBBLE HILL, 2 bdrm, main oor, heat & elec. incl. Newer carpet & paint. No dogs, Ref’s & DD req. $750. 250-7434154 or (250)743-4010 COWICHAN BAY 1 Bdrm suite, bright, mountain & ocean view, ns/np, Util./Internet incl. $750. 250-748-2810. CROFTON: 1 bdrm new suite, W/D, N/S. Close to beach board walk. $600/mo, refs req’d. Avail. Apr. 1st. Call (250)416-0004. DUNCAN, 2 bdrm walkout basement suite, avail March 1, hydro, cable, heat incl. $750. Call (250)701-1299 DUNCAN, Avail Mar 1. 1 Bdrm ground level suite, full kitchen, nice backyard, N/S. Central location. 250-748-8104 DUNCAN, BASEMENT Bach suite, shared laundry, hydro incl’d, N/S, N/P. Ref’s req’d. Avail immed, $625/mo. Call 778-422-1127 (evenings).
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RENTALS
RENTALS
TRANSPORTATION
TRANSPORTATION
WANTED TO RENT
TOWNHOUSES
AUTO FINANCING
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
APRIL 1st - DUNCAN - 2 level, 1400 sq.ft., 2.5 bath on Howard Ave. Fresh paint, new appliances. Open flr plan, lge laundry room, lots of closets & windows. Utilities extra. N/S, 1 sm. pet considered. No yard. Lease option; 13 mths for the price of 12 if qualified. Ext. of bldg to be painted this summer. (250) 857-3317
WANT A vehicle but stressed about your credit? $500 cash back to pay off Christmas bills. Good credit/Bad credit. www.creditdrivers.ca or call 1-888-593-6095.
Long Term Commercial Lease Required A well established Cowichan non-retail business requires the following for a long term and renewable lease: *ground floor 2,200+ sq foot office with nearby or adjoining 1,200+ sq foot warehouse *min 15 parking spaces; or min 8 on site & min 7 nearby *central to Duncan location (within 5 KM to downtown) Our operation will not suit any residential occupancy nearby as we ship & receive at all hours. Your location must allow access for a 5 ton single axle truck. Required for April 2013. Please contact: leaseapril2013@gmail.com
CARS
TRANSPORTATION AUTO FINANCING ‘06 Chrysler Sebring Touring Sedan. Just inspected; passed all categories. 2.7L V6, PW/PL, sunroof, fog lamps, A/C, snow tires all around, Satin jade colour 173,000 km. $4000. Call (250)715-1236.
WANTED: DUNCAN. Federal employee transferred in need of 3 bdrm house, preferably on bus route. N/S, has outdoor cat. Up to $1200 rent. Call 1(250)286-0633.
SUITES, LOWER DUNCAN- LARGE 3 bdrm basement, computer room, laundry room, mud room ent. New kitchen. Partly furnished. Carport with workshop. Small fenced front yard. $1250/mo inclds hydro and utils. Phone Ronnie; (250)701-7923.
2003 REXAIR CLASS A, 29 ft motor home. Excellent condition. Low mileage. Unique kitchen w/Corian countertops, Garage kept. Tow package & generator, N/P/N/S. $44,900. (250) 746-7808
TOWING BEAR LAKE SALVAGE
$$$ CASH $$$ For Scrap Cars also free scrap metal removal
1988 CHEVY Caprice Classic, low mileage, 1 owner. $2250. Glass top Kenmore stove, white, $225. Both very nice. Please call (250)701-2035.
250-710-7278
2003 GMC 4x4 SLE- w/matching Leer canopy, excellent cond, must be seen, gently driven, 150,000 km, extra cab, auto, A/C, P/S, P/B, P/W, PDL, tow package. $12,900. Call (250)743-0910.
For Scrap Vehicles
2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 firm. 250-755-5191.
SUITES, UPPER
CASH Call
Tight Line Towing (250)709-5692 TRUCKS & VANS 1995 G10 CHEVY cargo vanV-6 Vortec engine. $2500. Call (250)746-8182.
DUNCAN, 1 Bdrm, F/S,W/D, satellite, heat pump, private deck, $775. (250)746-8070 SHAWNIGAN 2-BDRM. Clean bright & spacious, in Village. below market at $800. NS/NP, W/D. Security system incld’d. Avail. now. Call 250-812-0408.
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2007 PONTIAC G5, 4 dr., 1.8L, 4 cyl, auto, p.s., p.b., radio/CD. good on gas. 60/40 backseat, 75,000 km, $5995. Must Sell! (250)597-1092
2010 CHEVY SILVERADO 4x4, quad cab, loaded, auto, running boards. 50,000 km, lady driven. $24,000. (250)732-5928
Service Directory 9OUR COMPLETE GUIDE TO 0ROFESSIONAL 3ERVICES IN THE #OWICHAN 6ALLEY
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
CARPENTRY
FENCING
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
MISC SERVICES
A.M.C. Home Improvements will beat any written building centre bathroom estimate on labour by 15%, simple as that. Call (250)743-9920
SENIOR’S CARE - Bathing, Showering, Prep Meals, Companionship. 2hrs for $25, $15 per additional hour. Pauline 250-748-0284 (varied times & days)
RETIRED CARPENTER wants to do small jobs and installations in your home. Call Jack 250-709-9965
CLEANING SERVICES
M&S OXFORD Home/Commercial Reno’s & Painting. Patio’s, Decks, Sheds, Hardwood and Trim. 25 yrs exp. Quality Guar. 250-213-5204.
HOUSE CLEANING, Bonded, reasonable rate. Call Reneé 250-701-7301
COMPUTER SERVICES
GARDENING
ABLE COMPUTER REPAIR In-home service. Seniors’ discount. Nico 250-746-6167
DALE’S YARD Maintenance, south Cowichan area. Lawn cutting & yard cleanup, etc. 250-510-1904 250-743-1225
CONTRACTORS DAVE’S HANDYMAN & CONSTRUCTION SERVICES 30 Years, Licensed & certified Top to Bottom
HANDYPERSONS ALL RUBBISH removal, small renovations, deck work, carpentry, painting, plumbing, and eves trough cleaning. Seniors discount. Ian 250-743-6776.
TOTAL HOME RENOVATIONS Decks, Fencing, Carports Garages, Painting, Drywall All Interior & exterior Work guaranteed 40 years Experience Free estimates
(250)748-9150
HOUSEHOLD SERVICES
Big or small
250-710-5202 www.dbmckenzieconstruction.com
JOE’S HANDYMAN SERVICE 30 yr’s Experience
DAVID GALE Construction for all your renovation needs. 26 yr. exp. 250-746-9956 www.davidgaleconstruction.ca
We fix everything No HST
250-748-5062
ELECTRICAL
HAULING AND SALVAGE
1A ELECTRICIAN, licenced, bonded, Small Jobs Specialist, panel upgrades and renos. All work guaranteed since 1989. Rob at 250-732-PLUG (7584).
Delivery Guy
250-743-0326. ELECTRICIAN Licensed and bonded. Reasonable rates, free estimates, upgrades & renos. Call Kelly. 2 IN 1 NIK’S HOME FIX Electrical contractor with 30 years plumbing experience in the Valley. Cell 250-710-7625, #25203
(250) 597-8335 yourdeliveryguy.ca
DELIVERIES HAULING/JUNK REMOVAL MOVING JOBS WELCOME
* Gutters * Windows * Siding * Moss treatment * Pressure washing Mill Bay/Duncan 250-743-3306 Chemainus/Ladysmith 250-324-3343
INSULATION AVS INSULATION REMOVAL Adrian Lepitre
Cell: 250-732-2354 Office: 250-748-3304 Fax: 250-709-2223 adrianlepitre@shaw.ca
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Andrew Leong
Fancy underhand Åip move is made by Johnny Caron of Duncan Christian to split the defence of Eric Glendale and Aiden Horgan of North Island Secondary Friday during the Island A senior boys’ basketball championship. DCS led 63-14 at the half, 92-30 at the end of the third quarter and won 125-39.
Chargers take next step Off the island: Boys repeat as champs while girls finish second Don Bodger
News Leader Pictorial
D
uncan Christian School Chargers boys’ and girls’ basketball teams are heading to provincial championships. The DCS boys, playing on their home court, won the Island A title for the second straight year while the girls came second to host Paci¿c Christian. The boys will head to Abbotsford for the provincials where they’re ranked third and the girls are making the long trek to Prince George next week. Coach Heidi Padjen’s DCS boys made it look relatively easy in the Island playdowns, winning 125-39 over North Island and 79-42 over Glenlyon Norfolk in their two games. “From the start of the year, we set ourselves a team goal and that’s to win provincials,’’ said Padjen. “I think we have the ability to do it.’’ Josh Klassen was player of the game against North Island with a triple-double of 37 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists. Doug Groenendijk was also on ¿re with 32 points and 22 rebounds while Nick Kapteyn had 26 points. All the rest of the team’s regulars got into the scoring act
with 10 points from Alan Park, seven by Johnny Caron, four for Bennett King-Nyberg, three by Chaz Milne and two apiece for Jon Climie, Mike Brandsma and Adam Kapteyn. Tournament MVP Klassen was terri¿c again against Glenlyon with 44 points — including seven three-pointers — plus 19 rebounds and 10 assists. Nick Kapteyn collected 13 points and nine rebounds, Groenendijk added 10 points and King-Nyberg contributed eight. Padjen praised Glenlyon for its efforts. “They made it feel like a game,’’ she said. “They were competitive, fast-paced. They worked hard.’’ Padjen wants to work on some key areas in practice before provincials. “Our man defence needs to be whipped into shape a bit,’’ she said. The DCS girls beat St. Andrew’s handily in their ¿rst game at the Island tournament 50-23. Rachael Bakker led the scoring with 19 points and 18 rebounds while twin sister Olivia had 11 points and 10 rebounds. Becky Bazinet scored eight points and Lauren King-Nyberg had seven points and eight steals. DCS lost 74-28 to powerful Paci¿c Christian in the ¿nal. Rachael Bakker had half of the Chargers’ point total.
PAINTING
PAT THE PAINTER Small jobs ok 25 years experience Seniors discount
Call 250-246-0248 SUNSET PAINT & RENOVATE Changing to fresh colours Professionally & promptly with good prices. Interior, Exteriors Residential Commercial sunsetpainting.ca Free Estimates Call Bill or Lore
250-710-8338 PLUMBING A SERVICE PLUMBER. Licence, Insured. Drains, HWT, Reno’s, Repairs. Senior Discounts. After Hour Service. Call Coval Plumbing, 250709-5103.
STUCCO/SIDING
connect to the cowichan valley
AGM
Invites you to attend the Annual General Meeting
Thursday, March 14, 2013, 7 p.m. Held at the Island Savings Centre 2687 James Street Nitinat Room We welcome you to attend the AGM and learn more about how Mentoring Programs are making a difference in your community. We acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.
STUCCO - Including small jobs and refacing old stucco. Guaranteed. 250-715-5883.
TREE SERVICES LIBRA TREE for all your tree care needs. 70’ aerial lift, chipper. Insured, Certified Aborist Hazard Tree Assessor, Grant Haynes, (250)748-4449
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Beatty taking over as coach and general manager of the Caps for the 2013-14 BCHL season
BIG EVENTS
An announcement that showed up on the B.C. Hockey League’s message board Monday morning turned out to be true. The Cowichan Valley Capitals have announced the appointment of Bob Beatty as coach and general manager of the team for the 2013-14 season.
Beatty spent the last nine seasons with the LaRonge Ice Wolves of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League. The team won back-to-back league championships in 2010 and 2011. Beatty signed a five-year contract extension with the Ice Wolves in June of 2011, but tendered his resignation
Monday. The Ice Wolves missed the playoffs this season for the first time since 2009. “I am very pleased to be afforded the chance to enjoy living and working in Duncan and can’t wait to get started on a new challenge,’’ said Beatty in a statement.
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he big moment the Cowichan Valley Wrestling Club has been waiting for is almost here. The club will be hosting the B.C. high school wrestling championships at Cowichan Arena Friday and Saturday. Many of its wrestlers, representing their respective schools, are top contenders. “We’ve been basically preparing about 15 months,’’ said CVWC head coach Nick Zuback. The of¿cial announcement of Cowichan’s successful bid was made a year ago at the last provincial championships in Penticton. Zuback said there will be about 550 wrestlers entered in the competition, including 25 from the valley club. Weigh-ins will be conducted Thursday. Wrestling takes place Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. The ¿nals start at 2 p.m. Saturday and run till about 5 p.m. There is a $10 admission charge at the door for the ¿nals, but spectators can watch the rest of the competition free of charge. The local wrestling club has done a
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Owen Pite tangles with Colten Koopmans in practice. great deal of fundraising and received tremendous business support to make the championships happen. “We were hugely fortunate for the local sponsorship,’’ said Zuback. He estimates it’s costing $40,000 to stage the tournament. The ice will be covered with boards and a vapor barrier during the competition. Six mats will be used for the tournament, with another mat and a half behind the stage for warm-ups. “We’ve almost ¿nished getting everything ready,’’ said Zuback Monday
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of the huge undertaking. Some odds and ends need to be tied up and medals are arriving from Vancouver. “Everything else is in place,’’ said Zuback. “We’re hoping to put on a good show.’’ There are about 75 to 100 volunteers involved in the process. Club members have received support from the Duncan Lions Club, the student population at Cowichan Secondary School and others. Zuback not only has to attend to organizational duties, but coaching. “When the event’s on, I’m going to hopefully rely on all our committee members to do their jobs,’’ he said. The Cowichan club has three wrestlers seeded ¿rst in their respective categories — Maegan Kuruvita, Nolan Mitchell and Faye Tuck. “Hopefully, they come out on top and a few others come out on top as well,’’ said Zuback. Events such as this show wrestling is alive and well and still going strong at the grassroots level. The sport was hit hard by a decision to terminate its inclusion in the Olympics as of 2020. Wrestlers aren’t taking the decision lying down. “All the wrestling groups are doing what they need to do right now,’’ said Zuback.
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Cowichan Valley Wrestling Club has a large contingent of wrestlers, coaches and supporters involved in the B.C. high school championships Friday and Saturday at Cowichan Arena in the Island Savings Centre. Click on this story at www.cowichannewsleader.com for all the names. Left, Chelsea Warke and Molly O’Donnell work on their techniques in advance of the big event.
Kim Smith Being the last line of defence isn’t the most glamourous position on the field hockey pitch, but nobody does it better than Kim Smith. Outstanding team results are a reflection of her contribution at centre defense. Smith, 16, a Grade 11 student, was especially on top of her game during last year’s provincial AAA high school tournament. She’s one of the reasons why Cowichan soared to second place. Coach Gillian Braun noted she was an “amazing player’’ and had her on the field for every minute of the tournament. “I first started Grade 10 year, Jen Budding put me there,’’ said Smith. “I’ve been playing there ever since.’’ Smith had an amazing 2012 all-around with appearances on a victorious Cal Cup team, regional competition and more leading into a continuation in 2013 with the U18 indoor tournament and outdoor game action with the Victoria Lynx Div. 1 and 2 sides. “I think I prefer outdoor more, but indoor’s just as fun and it’s almost more intense than outdoor because it’s such a short field,’’ said Smith. She also coaches young indoor players and outdoors in spring league.
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Caps refuse to roll over for two of the BCHL’s top teams Never say die: A fivepoint weekend results from a strong work ethic against Victoria and Surrey Don Bodger
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wo teams with the fewest regulationtime losses in the B.C. Hockey League that might have thought the Cowichan Valley Capitals would be a pushover were sadly mistaken. Both the Victoria Grizzlies and the Surrey Eagles ran into a pesky Caps’ team that showed plenty of character and heart with nothing on the line but pride. The Caps trounced the Grizzlies 6-2 in Victoria Friday and also took the rematch 5-4 in overtime Saturday at Cowichan Arena. Playing their third game in three days, the Caps fought back from a 3-1 de¿cit in the third period against the Eagles to tie the game 3-3 and force overtime, only to lose 4-3. Caps’ coach Aaron Plumb liked the fact his players were upset about giving up an overtime goal to the Eagles’ Brady Shaw and missed a chance for a weekend sweep. The Caps certainly didn’t look
at all like an overmatched team with a 13-31-7 record against the now 33-12-7 Grizzlies and 33-13-7 Eagles. “There was no bigger test for the boys than this weekend,’’ said Plumb. “I just had a chat with the boys about the strides we’ve been making. “They’re holding themselves more accountable and demanding more of themselves.’’ Plumb said the players are eager to keep playing hard to show their appreciation for the continued support of the fans. “That’s what we had the team meetings about is this is what it’s going to come down to is character and heart,’’ said
Plumb. “I don’t think there’s a team anywhere right now thinking they’ve got it easy against us. The boys, they’re ¿ghting till the end.’’ Forward Garrett Skrbich, who’s heading to Princeton next season, has been a key go-to guy and he especially enjoyed sticking it to his former Victoria teammates and making another top team like Surrey know it was fortunate to escape with two points. “I think it’s just a good group of guys, a good character group,’’ he said. “You can see it in everyone’s faces. Everyone’s excited about
coming together.’’ Skrbich had a pair of goals in Victoria, including an emptynetter, while Jesse Neher also scored twice. Kyle Horsman and Luke Gordon notched singles. Horsman scored the overtime winner against Victoria in the rematch. Truman Gonzales ¿red a pair while Skrbich and Mitch Ball rounded out the scoring. Neher continued his hot scoring streak with two against Surrey and Gordon’s goal with 2:30 left sent the game to overtime. “De¿nitely, it’s been a good opportunity for me in Cow-
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Taking a whack at Surrey Eagles’ scoring star Brady Shaw, left, seems like a good way for the Caps’ Jamie Waddington to try and stop him Sunday at Cowichan Arena. it didn’t work, however, as Shaw scored the winning goal in overtime. Above, Michael Stiliadis of the Victoria Grizzlies Åashes the leather with a brilliant glove save, with the Caps’ Kyle Horsman on the doorstep. ichan,’’ said Skrbich in taking a lead role with a young team. “It’s great to be contributing to a winning team.’’ The Caps’ goaltenders were both brilliant. Patrick Spano played in both the Victoria games, making 34 saves Friday and 44 Saturday. Connor LaCouvee turned away 40 shots against Surrey, including a tremendous stop with 1:46 left
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trailed 55-52 at halftime but turned it around with a 39-27 scoring advantage in the second half. Dorby put 25 points on the board with 20 rebounds. Larson managed 21 points and Gray’s efforts produced 11 points and 15 rebounds. The top three advanced to the Island tournament. Alberni faced a challenge game Tuesday at Ladysmith against Spectrum, the South’s No. 5 team, for the ¿nal berth. Claremont won the South Island, with Oak Bay second, Belmont third and Mount Douglas fourth. The top two teams from the Island playoffs make it to the provincials at the Langley Events Centre. The Island tournament’s ¿rst-round games Thursday are as follows: Dover Bay vs. Belmont, 3 p.m.; Claremont vs. challenge winner, 4:45 p.m.; Cowichan vs. Mount Douglas, 6:30 p.m. and Oak Bay vs. Vanier, 8:15 p.m. Game action for placings continues Friday and Saturday.
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lslanders’ Kyle Peterson wheels around Nanaimo’s Lee Orpen during Saturday’s VIJHL playoff game at Kerry Park Arena.
he Kerry Park Islanders were on the ropes in their best-of-seven Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League playoff series against the Nanaimo Buccaneers. The Islanders fell behind 3-0 in the series heading into the fourth game at Kerry Park Arena after losing 4-2 to the Buccaneers at home Saturday. Corey Peterson’s goal with 6:56 remaining brought the Islanders to within a goal, but Garrett Dunlop iced it for the Buccaneers with an empty-netter. Trevor Parkhouse had the other Islanders’ goal on a Âżrstperiod power play. “We’re getting better each game,’’
said Islanders’ goalie Jackson Jane. “Last game our third period was really good.’’ The Islanders were shut out 4-0 in game two at Nanaimo Thursday. The Buccaneers scored all but one of their goals with the man advantage, going three-for-Âżve on the power play. The series began with a 5-1 Nanaimo victory last Tuesday. “We’ve only scored three goals all series,’’ said Jane. “We haven’t played bad. We just haven’t found the back of the net. They just play a really tight defensive game.’’ The Islanders have been without scoring ace Alex Milligan for the entire series. He was picked up by the Valencia Flyers, a Junior A team in California playing in the Western States Hockey League.
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