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Comox, Cumberland oppose payment for boards Scott Stanfield, Erin Haluschak Record Staff

Cumberland and Comox councils do not favour the idea of compensating non-profit board members.

The issue has been raised by the Comox Valley Airport Commission, which is seeking advice from Valley municipal councils about a possible amendment to a bylaw that prevents directors from profiting from their position.

The CVAC board commissioned a study to identify reasons for and against moving towards a compensated model.

Coun. Roger Kishi is not aware of other volunteer boards receiving pay. He feels council needs to send a clear message that it does not support CVAC board

nity members to be part of the board.

Both councils unanimously voted against supporting remuneration for CVAC board members.

In the study, Sierra Systems analyzed the advantages and disadvantages of similar non-profit transportation entities across Canada moving to a compensated board model. It says several of them have adopted a board compensation policy.

The study concludes by asking: Is our board compensated fairly in comparison with their peers who have chosen the compensation model?

To view the study, visit www. comoxairport.com and click on About Us/Publications.

remuneration, mindful of possible should be given to community community,” he said.

“I am totally against the airport repercussions on other local non- members who helped get the airport built and running to where commission paying their directors profits. a nickel.”

“It does open a wider issue,” it is today.

Grant added Comox Coun. Gwyn Sproule Valley residents are still said at Monday’s meetpaying back a $4-million ing. “There is no prec… now the airport today is nothing loan for the airport. edent for this. I’m not but a big cash cow. And now these guys “Maybe when that aware there is difficulty loan is paid off they can attracting people (to the who have taken it over … are now asking start asking for money CVAC board).” to get paid. And the guys who really did and they haven’t provCVAC looks after commercial operations at the all the hard work did that for nothing and en to us that there is a shortage of volunteers to Comox Valley Airport. did it for the love of the community. on that board. You’ve Board members receive Tom Grant sit got the same people money only to cover outwho have been there for of-pocket expenses. “... now the airport today is years and years and years, includMayor Leslie Baird feels the report is incomplete because it nothing but a big cash cow. And ing the chair (Linda Oprica) right does not include the number of now these guys who have taken it now.”

Coun. Barbara Price echoed hours invested by CVAC board over ... are now asking to get paid.

And the guys who really did all Grant’s comment and noted she members.

In Comox last Wednesday, the hard work did that for noth- has never gotten the sense there Coun. Tom Grant said credit ing and did it for the love of the is a difficulty recruiting commu-

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Return Friday for Snowbirds The Canadian Armed Forces Snowbirds and CF-18 demonstration team will commence preparations for the 2013 air show season when they arrive in Comox this week to finalize their annual training.

The Snowbirds arrive April 12, and the Demonstration CF-18 will arrive April 18. Both teams will conduct training daily, including over weekends, until April 26.

The demonstration aircraft will fly over, and in the vicinity of 19 Wing Comox between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on most days during their visit.

Normally in the mornings, the Snowbirds will practice first, followed by a 30-minute CF-18 practise.

In the afternoon, the CF-18 will practice first followed by the Snowbirds.

Members of the public can expect increased aircraft activity for that period throughout the Comox Valley.

Practises will vary in terms of location and duration based on training requirements and weather.

The Snowbirds and CF-18 demonstration team train at 19 Wing Comox each year.

With the mountainous terrain, as well as open water nearby, the Comox Valley is

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The Canadian Armed Forces attempts to minimize negative impact which may be created by their presence, taking into account the requirement to train in order to maintain the highest degree of safety, proficiency and preparedness.

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Carbon deal signed Scott Stanfield Record Staff

NDP ENVIRONMENT CRITIC Rob Fleming visited Comox Valley candidate Kassandra Dycke this week.

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Mine questioned Scott Stanfield Record Staff

NDP Environment Critic Rob Fleming considers the environmental assessment underway for the proposed Raven coal mine in Baynes Sound as weak and inadequate considering the scope of the project and risks to the community.

Compliance Coal last week submitted its application, which government agencies are reviewing before it goes public. There is opportunity for public comment before the application goes before federal and provincial governments for final approval.

“There’s an urgency to this,” Fleming said Tuesday at Comox Valley NDP candidate Kassandra Dycke’s campaign office in Courtenay. “The (provincial) election begins a week from now. I know from Kassandra that this is a top-of-mind issue for people regardless of whether they live in the Valley. “ The mine is expected to operate about 16 years, and to create about 350 fulltime jobs and spin-off jobs.

The three Valley councils and the Comox Valley Regional District board have passed motions opposing further processing of

the application until government conducts a comprehensive mapping of aquifers. Officials are also requesting the Province conduct independent baseline studies of Baynes Sound adjacent to the mine.

At the federal level, they want government to refer the assessment to an independent review panel with public hearings.

“What I’m hearing from this community is that people are very concerned that there’s one industry being traded off for another,” Dycke said.

“We have right now over 600 long-term, sustainable jobs in our shellfish industry — a pride industry in this community. With the development of a possible mine, that industry is put at risk.”

Fleming feels Valley residents are being “shortchanged” by a process he considers “insufficient” to determine environmental risks.

“The information gaps are staggering at this point,” he said, noting hydrology reports suggest the scope of the review thus far is inadequate. “Those are things that have to be done before a mine can be fully considered, let alone approved.” reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

The B.C. Ministry of Environment is providing $30,000 towards the first phase of scientific research planning involving blue carbon projects in the Comox Valley.

Environment Minister Terry Lake was in town Tuesday to announce the funding and to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Vancouver Island University and the Comox Valley Project Watershed Society. The partnership is intended to better understand climate change and improvements to coastal ecosystems — and potentially provide economic benefits. “This just seemed like an amazing opportunity,” said Lake, noting B.C. has 27,200 kilometres of coastline and 422 estuaries to work with.

“Imagine the work that’s being done here in

COMOX VALLEY PROJECT Watershed Society chair Paul Horgen, Environment Minister Terry Lake and Vancouver Island University president/vice-chancellor Dr. Ralph Nilson sign a Memorandum of Understanding. PHOTO BY SCOTT STANFIELD the Comox Valley could be replicated across British Columbia, and what that could mean in terms of sequestering carbon, restoring estuaries and providing an environmental benefit for all British Columbians.

“The amount of money we’re investing today with our Memorandum of Understanding is relatively small,” Lake added.

“The application and the benefits are huge.”

Blue carbon is the carbon stored in the marine environment, shellfish,

plants and sediment.

Healthy estuaries remove and store carbon dioxide, possibly even more effectively than plants on land.

“I believe this is something we can explore outside of our province,” Comox Valley MLA Don McRae said. “This is something that can benefit communities from Alaska to California.”

The three parties have agreed to: • Identify additional areas for blue carbon projects along the B.C.

coast; • Evaluate the cost per tonne for such projects; • Undertake projects involving shoreline and estuary protection, and habitat restoration activities on private and public lands; • Undertake research and analysis to support the creation and sale of greenhouse gas offsets from blue carbon projects that will be recognized as quality offsets in international markets. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Conservative candidate offering choice Scott Stanfield Record Staff

The B.C. Conservative Party offers a real choice in the May 14 provincial election, says Comox Valley candidate Diane Hoffmann.

The Campbell River resident was announced last week by party leader John Cummins as the riding’s candidate.

While this is her first foray into politics, Hoffmann has always been a

there and do my Conservative. part as a citizen “I’ve been to make a differhearing a lot of ence. people saying “I’m going to be ‘We don’t have a working with the choice; we only people of Comox, have the same and I’m looking old, same old forward to finding for the last 20 out a lot of things years’,” Hofffrom them.” mann said. “I DIANE HOFFMANN Party priorities felt the same way too, so I thought I’m include balanced budgets, going to get in there when I fair taxes and safer commuheard the BC Conservative nities. Personally, Hoffmann Party was coming up with a is interested in seniors and choice. I thought I’ll get in young people. She has spo-

ken about seniors abuse, and delivered workshops for writing memoirs.

“Trying to make things better for seniors — helping out in every way we can,” she said.

Though she does not have a political background, the self-employed and semiretired Hoffmann brings a number of “transferrable skills from business.”

Cummins announced the names of six other candidates Thursday. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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The third annual Comox Valley campaign to bring awareness to the issue of violence against women and families is fast approaching.

The Peace Begins at Home Purple Ribbon Campaign kicks off this Sunday and runs through to April 28.

Organized by the Comox Valley Transition Society (CVTS) in p a r t n e rs h i p with local government, community organizations a n d individuals,

the campaign, this year, is designed to reignite commucomm nity awareness of domestic and family violence issues, according to the society’s Anne Davis.

This year’s campaign is “really about asking the community to remember to have this conversation (about violence),� says Davis. “Talk about it with your kids, talk to your sons and daughters — if they notice something going on with a friend, how would they respond to that. “It’s something that, as a community, we really need to stand up against.�

The community can also support the campaign by donning a purple ribbon, displaying a campaign bumper sticker on their vehicle, or leaving a comment in the guest book on the CVTS website at w w w. c v t s. c a / p e a c e begins-at-home. “We are anticipating that the municipalities and a number of public places around the Valley — the rec centres, places like that — will have purple ribbons available,� she says. “We’re asking people to wear them, you know, put the bumper sticker on your car, wear the purple ribbon, show support for the campaign.�

Davis notes much of the work the transition society does is behind closed doors due to the need for confidentiality. “But when I’m out in the street and I see a car go by with that bumper sticker on then I feel like, ‘Oh yeah, the community, the community talking about this, some of the community gets it,’� she continues. “And that’s hugely supportive.�

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Peace Begins at Home campaign back in Valley violence and available resources, or for more about how to become involved in the campaign, visit www.cvts. ca. writer@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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Controversial downtown land for sale Renee Andor Record Staff

COMOX VALLEY MOM of five Donna Graves poses with Gavin (left) and Sean, two of her five children.

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Trustees agree about calendar Janice Hayward Record Staff

Donna Graves is pleased next year’s school calendar passed at the April 8 Board of Education meeting.

Her five children attend three schools’Arden Elementary, Lake Trail Secondary and Georges P. Vanier Secondary.

“Each school handles their professional learning community (PLC) differently. My primary concern is that valuable instruction time may be lost due to too many early dismissals,” Graves says.

A special Board of Education meeting, open to the public, was held Tuesday to accept or reject the 2013/14 school calendar. It was carried unanimously.

At a glance, the 2013/14 calendar looks similar to this year’s, with a two-week spring break and a two-week winter break. New to the calendar are the much-discussed PLC/X Blocks to be held on 15 Wednesdays throughout the school year.

Despite her concern, Graves is “pleased the recommendation for the 2013/14 calendar passed.” She realizes that if she wants the additional instruction for any of her children, she will have to ensure it is arranged well in advance.

“It will be a chance for the teachers to support their students and have a positive impact,” says Janice Caton, Board of Education vice-chair and education committee chair.

The school calendar has been in the making since November 2012.

The committee worked with all stakeholders before presenting the proposed 2013/14 calendar to senior district staff. Further consultation, required by Bill 36, for 30 days ended on March 28.

Due to spring break constraints, the need for public meetings, and Bill 36, the district sought and received a grace period to extend its calendar submission date from March 31 to April 12.

Potential buyers will have just over a month to make an offer on some controversial property in downtown Courtenay.

Three lots at Cliffe Avenue and 10th Street bought by the Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) in 2010 for emergency shelter/supportive housing purposes recently transferred officially into the City of Courtenay’s hands.

Mayor Larry Jangula confirmed council voted to sell these properties during last week’s ‘incamera’ meeting, and offers will be accepted until May 17. The lots are appraised at $355,000.

The properties have been the subject of controversy since they were bought by the CVRD — some people supported having an emergency shelter/supportive housing project in that location and some didn’t — and the fate of the properties was uncertain for a long time.

Jangula has been publicly against having an emergency shelter or supportive housing in Courtenay’s downtown core and he’s pleased to see clarity coming for area busi-

ness owners.

“I would just like to see this whole cloud come off that area,” says Jangula. “I mean, the business community is suffering a lot already and this hasn’t helped really, the uncertainty, and I would just like to see them be able to move forward.”

Courtenay received the land from the CVRD with the clause that if Courtenay chose to sell the land, the proceeds would be used to assist with developing an emergency shelter and/or supportive housing project elsewhere.

The CVRD also passed along a $100,000 grant from the Vancouver Island Health Authority, which Courtenay will lump in with the sale proceeds.

Jangula says the new project will not be an emergency shelter.

“Quite honestly, when you look at all the things out there

vacant land next to our building at 841 Cliffe… which would include a parking solution…”

He didn’t show up at the meeting Monday but later told the Record, it was a timing misunderstanding and he plans to present his proposal at the April 15 meeting.

to the City’s Cliffe Avenue lots, has offered to purchase part of the properties in the past.

He sited an urgent need for parking in the area.

Kunz was listed on the Courtenay council agenda this week to “address possible alternatives for the proposed sale of the

I mean, I think that what people really need is housing — a shelter doesn’t do anything other than shelter you for three days,” he says.

“So what we’re trying to do is get the Province to build some form of subsidized housing, which is, in the longterm, much more beneficial.”

He’s careful to note this kind of service is not in the City’s mandate, but any proceeds and the $100,000 grant will be set aside to help with some form of housing project.

He notes the City has its eye on a couple of properties it would like to buy for this purpose.

While he can’t say exactly where they are, he notes they are “near downtown” and “certainly within an area that would be reasonable.”

Detlef Kunz, who owns property adjacent

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Courtenay focusing on fairness with tax policy When some are exempt, others pay more Renee Andor Record Staff

The City of Courtenay is revising its property tax exemption policy — and the proposed recommendations could mean some changes for local nonprofit organizations.

Courtenay director of financial services Tillie Manthey said staff focused on developing a more fair and equitable policy for non-profit organizations, plus one that is financially sustainable.

“It’s really, really important to understand that when a property is exempted from taxation, that revenue requirement for the City does not disappear; it shifts onto the remaining taxable properties,” she said as she explained what she meant by financially sustainable.

“What we’ve attempted to do at the staff level is take a look

at some of the fairness principles, studied what the City of Victoria had undertaken in terms of process the last couple of years, what seemed to work for societies and what didn’t.”

The five recommendations are: 1. That total exemptions per year be capped at two per cent

4. That the portion of properties employed in for-profit commercial enterprises or activities be ineligible for exemption from property taxation.

5. That in the case of a leased property there must be proof that the property owner is passing along the exemption benefits to the non-profit organiza-

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of the City’s total general municipal and debt levy. (These exemptions have totalled around 1.85 per cent of the levy in recent years.)

2. That a system of reductions be put into place over a period of time — exemptions could be reduced over 10 years by one tenth each year.

3. That non-profit organizations providing regional services have a 40-per-cent exemption limit.

tion.

Manthey noted staff found the proposed system of reductions recommendation the hardest to come up with. She also pointed out a number of organizations have had 100 per cent exemptions for years because they were grandfathered in to the current policy, but the cost of those ongoing exemptions makes it difficult to consider exemptions for newer non-profit

Comox tennis improving A significant tennis court reconstruction project will take place this summer at the Anderton Park tennis facility, the Town of Comox and the Comox Valley Tennis Club announced jointly in a news release.

The project includes the total removal and reconstruction of tennis courts 1 to 4 and will include enhanced viewing areas for players and spectators.

This important project is a joint partnership supported by the Town of Comox, the Comox Valley Tennis Club, and the provincial government.

Through the Com-

munity Recreation Program, the Town received a grant of $400,000 to make the installation of the Outdoor Fitness Circuit and the renovation of the tennis courts possible.

The project repre-

sents the second stage of a two-phase revitalization project that includes the newly constructed Outdoor Fitness Circuit now in use in the popular Anderton Park location.

— Town of Comox

organizations.

She explained council has time to consider the recommendations before coming to any decisions, though she would like to have the new policy in place by July.

Coun. Jon Ambler said consistent and fair treatment of citizens comes from policy, noting he especially liked the two-per-cent cap recommendation.

Coun. Starr Winchester agreed, adding voting on which tax exemptions to approve is “a tough one every year.”

Couns. Doug Hillian, Ronna-Rae Leonard and Bill Anglin brought up concerns around system of reductions — noting the non-profit organizations rely on the exemptions — and they asked staff to revise this recommendation.

Leonard noted the exemption range from 10 per cent to 100 per cent over 10 years would be unstable.

“I kind of feel like we should have a position and that’s it because, as it’s been said, a nonprofit’s a non-profit and if we support that endeavour then we should support it,” she said.

Anglin said the services are needed in the Valley, and suggested that if the organizations have to spend more money on property taxes, they will need to get those extra funds from somewhere else.

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Cumberland continued Cumberland now existed, but Union remained the nucleus of settlement. Like other company camps, Union was a typical cluster of pay office, warehouse, company store and houses, all in close proximity to the pit works.

Conditions at first were very primitive. The bare boards of the shacks were hidden under layered dust from the mines and the coal used as fuel.

According to an article based on information from Mrs. Minnie McIntyre and reported in the Comox Argus, â&#x20AC;&#x153;There was no regular water supply, all water coming from a swamp below the diggings and the shacks.â&#x20AC;? In 1888 when she arrived with her husband and four small children, Mrs. McIntyre, then Mrs. Alf. Walker, travelled to Union in the manner typical of the time. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The only communication then between Union and the beach was from Royston, a very rough wagon road forming the means of communication. There was no dock and passengers had to be taken to shore on a scow. From Royston it was a rough passage, too, for the young mother and her four small children. For seat there was a mattress and they rode on a Chinamanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cart. The cart bumped over the road from one stump to another. At one time a wheel went through a bridge and it was some time before the journey could be resumed. The road ran like a tunnel through the forest till it came to a spot where there were a number of rough shacks thrown up on the side of a hill near the new workings. In the shacks the Walkers used, there was no furniture and no beds. Husband and wife and four children lay on the floor for a week before their own cabin was finished.â&#x20AC;? 3 Like other instant resource towns, people preceded preparations and the rapid expansion pressed meagre facilities. By 1891, between 350 to 400 miners were employed and facilities were needed to provide for the men and their families. In January a company retail store, managed by A. Lindsay, was

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do China Town. Bill Roy down ha one and B. Gleason was had th proprietor of the other.â&#x20AC;? the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Down Chinatownâ&#x20AC;? is a re reference to the unique comm munity that developed as an ad adjunct to Union. When work b began in 1888, an area southw of camp or Union was west se aside for Chinese workset er This separation was both ers. by choice and circumstance.

E Economic conditions, antior oriental policies and cultural im imprint fostered the need for is isolation.

This same separation o occurred when Japanese la labourers arrived in the ea nineties and Japanese early co communities were created.

A Another separate community d developed later when a small N Negro workforce settled near th workings. the The rapid development of the mines had created need for manpower and Union took on the aspect of a Boom Town.

The railway stops where any passengers or mail arrived hummed with activity, rapidly constructed clapboard houses and boarding facilities were quickly filled.

Farmers and hotel keepers in Comox settlement enjoyed their new markets and services developed at Union, the nucleus of the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s commercial activity.

Board sidewalks, false-fronted stores and saloons, and hitching rails gave a Klondike flavour to Dunsmuir Avenue, the main street â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one that was for many years the merchandising centre of the district. Construction was rapid. Businesses started and changed hands regularly.

Simon Leiser's Big Store opened. Business thrived and soon outgrew the original log store. A decision was made to build a new store at the eastern end of Union.

Work began in November 1891 and was substantially completed by April 1892.

This building with its imposing false front, large windows and steeples was in marked contrast to other Union structures. H.P. Collis replaced Lindsay as manager, at a starting monthly salary of $75.

The store proved profitable but it also tied up considerable capital, so in 1892 Dunsmuir, possibly as a result of partial closure of Union Mines due to a market glut, sold the stock and fixtures. Simon Leiser rented the building and with Collis continuing as manager, began operating â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Big Store.â&#x20AC;?

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Besides stores and company buildings, Union boasted a newspaper, a school, and boarding houses. The newspaper, the Cumberland News, was established in 1891 and published weekly under W.B. Anderson, Editor-Manager. The school, like the store, served the community as a meeting and entertainment centre. According to Bob Robertson, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The boarding houses were by the Company office,

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Success in Green Games

This Earth Day, Comox Valley students will celebrate their entries into the BC Green Games contest.

This is the fifth year of Science World’s annual provincewide contest that rewards students’ environmental success stories.

Winners of the contest, including 10 teams from Grades K–7 and 10 teams from Grades 8–12, were announced this week.

Elementary Winners: • Huband Park Elementary, Comox Valley; Secondary Winners: • Highland Secondary, Comox Valley; Secondary Viewer’s Choice: • Highland Secondary Eco Team, Comox Valley.

Each winning team will receive $1,000 for their school to sustain or begin environmental initiatives. Three teams that demonstrated a strong commitment to energy conservation will each receive an “energy prize.”

“Besides having fun making the video, students learned a great deal about reducing waste — hopefully it will serve to remind ourselves and inspire others to be more thoughtful consumers,” said Valerie Sherriff, sponsor and retired teacher at Huband Park Elementary.

“I am very proud of the students at Huband who, supported by likeminded adults, are taking a leadership role in a number of different environmental areas,” said Charles Schilling, acting principal at Huband Park Elementary.

“Students continue to expand their efforts into new areas to make the school a ‘greener’ place for everyone,” he said. “The litterless lunch campaign is one example of how a small idea can grow into a school-wide initiative that benefits everyone. Well done, Huband!”

“I was totally blown away by how many kids are active in this much-needed action,” said Jill Peacocke, sponsor teacher at Highland Secondary.

“We are so grateful for the opportunity to share our voices and be recognized for our commitment to environmental action.

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ognition that environmental action is not simply ‘just a project’ for students to tackle, but instead a commitment to integrate awareness, education and action to ensure the beauty and health of our earth,” Peacocke continued.

“With our prizewinnings, we will be installing new functional water fountains designed to incorporate reusable water bottles and begin monitoring the reduction of plastic in our school. Motivated and recharged, we head into the new challenges ahead!”

Four teams will also receive $500 in prize money for their schools as winners of the Viewer’s Choice Awards.

Over 4,500 votes were cast by students, teachers, parents and other community members.

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in response to a plea from the Comox Valley chapter of the Council of Canadians.

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Stick up for coast Stop in at your local coffee shop April 12 from 1 to 3 p.m. to support the coast of British Columbia!

There are so many reasons to protect B.C.’s coast from oil tanker traffic and April 12 is one opportunity for you to voice your love for the coast and to support a ban on the expansion of bulk crude oil tanker traffic in B.C. Four local coffee shops will host information tables on April 12 from 1 to 3 — the Wandering Moose Café in Cumberland at 2739 Dunsmuir Ave, Zocalo Café in Courtenay at 208 Fifth St., the Broken Spoke in Courtenay at 420 Fitzgerald Ave. and the Kaffee Klatch Bistro on Denman Island at 3646

Denman Rd. People of all ages are encouraged to enjoy a hot beverage and learn more about the proposed Enbridge and Kinder Morgan expansion projects and about what can be done to protect the land, water and quality of life for future generations.

“The movement opposing these projects is growing and with the B.C. election only a month away we have an amazing opportunity to vote for the coast on May 14,” says Liz Rhodes, a local resident and sea kayak guide born and raised in the Comox Valley.

Numerous B.C. First Nations have signed the Save the Fraser Declaration to ban pipelines.

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••• In an effort to promote pollination through mason bees, council approved Coun.

Conner Copeman’s idea to install bee nesting blocks at the No. 6 Mine park and to host an event to celebrate the program. A letter will be sent to the Association of Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities (AVICC) to promote the hosting of mason bees in parks.

••• Council forwarded the issue of backyard chickens to the next Village Hall meeting May 6 at 7 p.m. in council chambers.

Elke Bibby has submitted a petition supporting a bylaw amendment allowing backyard chickens. In a staff report, the conservation service notes that chickens attract wildlife, especially raccoons and bears. Coun.

Roger Kishi said the issue is not as simple as some might think.

••• A budget open house is slated for 7 p.m. Monday in council chambers.

A CRAFTERS’ MARKET is being held this Saturday at the Little Red Church in Comox.

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Courtenay celebrating Earth Day on April 20 In April of every year communities across Canada celebrate Earth Day and mark their commitment to living more lightly on the planet.

On April 20, downtown Courtenay is joining the nationwide celebration with Earth Day Downtown – Backyard Farmers Unite!

This new celebration is part of downtown Courtenay’s year-round events and partnerships that celebrate life in the Valley.

From 10 a.m. till 3 p.m., the corner of Fifth and England will turn into a celebration of back yard farming complete with seed and seedlings sales, compost sales, demos, community groups, music and kids crafts.

Whether our gardens are big or small, backyard farming is a great way to learn more about food production as a family, reduce the environmental impacts of shipping and enjoy tasty, organic, healthy food right out of our yards!

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There are still vending spots available for sellers of seeds, seedlings, soil enhancements and plants, flowers, shrubs and trees.

Community groups with a focus on food and food education, gardening, farming, eco-crafts and land use are all welcome to participate.

This is a great opportunity for local groups to raise awareness about their earth-friendly community projects.

To sign up to vend at this inaugural Earth Day downtown event e-mail info@downtowncourtenay.com before April 12.

Local shops and restaurants are also joining in on the celebration offering fresh sheets and other local features to celebrate the bounty of the Valley.

‘Beyond’ the Kitchen Door will host chef Laura Agnew, owner of As You Like it Catering, and profiling Valley food producers through their day-long Meet Your Maker cooking demos (noon to 4).

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Museum open house reveals wonders What do ratfish, vampire squids, dumbo octopi, and giant sea monsters all have in common?

They will attend the AGM of the Vancouver Island Paleontological Society (VIPS) at the Courtenay and District Museum on April 13 from 1 to 3 p.m.

What they do have in common is the fact that they all represent new species of animals discovered in the local fossil beds. These fossils represent animals previously unknown to science. Guest lecturer Pat Trask will help put these new discoveries into prospective with an illustrated talk.

VIPS president Dan Bowen notes that many of the discoveries were made by members of the Vancouver Island Paleontological Society and others, who have donated many of them to science and some of the specimens are now held at the Courtenay Museum.

Through these efforts science has benefited by the writing of many scientific papers. The museum’s large and growing inventory of fossils contains the remains of turtles, mosasaurs, elasmosaurs, ammonites, crabs, bivalves and fish to name a few that were part of the ancient ocean.

One fossil that our VIPS members collected over the years were aptychi, or the jaws of ammonites that are similar to our present day octopus. Over 30 specimens were donated to the museum years ago and recently scientists from Japan travelled to Courtenay to study them. The results were two new species of octopods.

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Good intentions about young animals not enough “I found a baby bird, now what?”

Each year MARS rescues or receives numerous baby wildlife species, some are mammals but the vast majority are birds.

Every year we send out the same message, “a baby’s best chance of survival is its mother.”

Sadly many people still do not get the message and actually kidnap healthy babies that have been left hidden whilst the mother forages or hunts for food.

Here are some guidelines to follow should you come across baby wildlife and especially baby birds.

Is the bird hurt or appear sick? Symptoms include inability to use its wings? Does it seem weak or is it shivering?

If the answer is yes call MARS at 1-800304-9968 for information on how to proceed, check to make sure there are no cats or dogs nearby.

Does the bird appear healthy and have feathers but is running on the ground unable to fly? This is a fledgling bird and must spend a few days on the ground as it learns to fly, this is normal behaviour.

If the bird is mainly covered in fluffy down with a gaping mouth, it is a nestling and needs to be back in the nest; it has either fallen or

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READ THIS COLUMN if you don’t know what to do if you find a seemingly abandoned young bird. has been pushed out but will not survive on the ground.

Nestlings can be put back into their nest if it can be located or it can be placed in a small basket or plastic tub lined with a soft cloth or paper towel, no wet grass. The basket or tub can be placed back in a tree, when the mother hears the chick “peeping” she will come back and feed the baby. Check back from a distance to see if the adult has returned.

If your rescue attempts fail after a few hours then we ask you if possible to take the following steps; make sure you have gloves to protect against sharp claws and beaks. Prepare a carrier, box or even a

paper bag, with small air holes, depending on the size of the bird.

Gently lift and put the bird into the container and cover it right away, avoid unnecessary handling.

Do not give food or water; cover the container with a towel and put it in a warm, dark, quiet place. Do not open or disturb the bird. Make sure you wash your hands and any items such as towels, jackets etc. that may have touched the bird: they do have parasites and can carry diseases.

Please note the exact location of the rescue so that we know where to relocate the bird if it is successfully rehabilitated. Please do not attempt to raise a baby

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yourself, it is against the wildlife act and they need professional help if they are to survive.

MARS offers advice on a number of mammals including baby raccoons, newborn fawns, seal pups and otters. However, we do not have the facilities or permits to rehabilitate these species and only stabilize them before relocating them to another wildlife centre on the Island.

It is important to remember to call us

first before attempting a rescue as these types of species can be dangerous. Each year we also receive a number of large raptors, eagles, owls, hawks and great blue herons.

All of these species require expert knowledge and handling, again we ask you to call for advice before attempting any kind of rescue. Injured wildlife can be very unpredictable finding hidden strength to fight back even when they appear to be dead.

Please watch for deer and fawns on the roads and help keep the seal pups and sea birds safe by not letting dogs chase them along the shoreline.

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Market moving outdoors Must be spring if farmers are moving back outside Spring has arrived and with it the 21st annual Comox Valley Farmers’ Market moves outdoors this Saturday at the usual spot on Headquarters Road.

After a huge success at the Native Sons Hall this winter, the market moves back outdoors for the season — same time 9 till noon this weekend.

Expect the same quality and selection of products this spring as well as some new surprises that are in store for visitors.

The market is excited to welcome new additions including Tree Island Gourmet Yogurt, Legato Gelato (goats milk gelato), Clever Crow locally harvested sea salt and spice mixes, and Sativa Edibles with their rawbased healthy snacks.

Some of the ‘old’ favourites have added new products as well.

Twigs — known for her fabulous breads — is working her way back to her roots as a floral designer with hand-tied flower arrangements.

Ironwood Farm has added some lovely preserves and breads from their new wood-fired oven to their mix of organic veggies and fruit. A couple of new farms are joining us this year. Amara Farm and Ripple Farm have teamed up to become Merville Organics, and Sativa Edibles is looking forward to her first season as a hemp farmer.

Many of the ‘old’ favourites will be back, too, to bring you the freshest, tastiest fruits and veggies, meat, poultry and seafood, a lovely assortment of baked goods, as well as take-home meals and prepared foods.

Moving outdoors brings on the excitement of the growing season with starters for your home garden to inspire your inner farmer. It also brings the invitation to sit in the sun and enjoy the multitude of talented local musicians who entertain the crowds each week.

“It’s so nice to see all the smiling faces in the warm spring sunshine as families shop for local bounty,” says market manager Vickey Brown. “Sitting on a straw bale with a scone and espresso

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With over 40 vendors contributing to the market this Saturday the selection and variety of products available promises to further ignite that spring energy everyone is feeling.

Ambience aside, the practical reality of fresh veggies, eggs, lamb, beef and chicken from the farmer to your

table is a treat those in the Valley are lucky to have.

And it shows, the farmers’ market has grown to be a ritual for many shoppers over the past decades; some arriving early to scope the new veggies and waiting for the morning bell to ring to start the market day, or running in at 11:45 to get the essentials before the market wraps up.

Farmers’ markets were initiated to create direct relationships

between consumers and producers to support farmers by removing the ‘middle man’ so that the producer is enjoying full proceeds of their hard work and investment.

They showcase the best the Valley has to offer from farmers’ fields to your table. But everyone benefits when farmers are encouraged to grow.

To get the latest news on what’s new at the market find them on Facebook. If you are interested in joining the team as a volunteer, contact manager Vickey Brown at the market or e-mail marketmanager@comoxvalleyfarmersmarket. com.

— Comox Valley Farmers’ Market

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More funding for rescuers Comox Valley Ground arrangement will continue Search and Rescue sought in the larger facility, CVGand gratefully received a SAR will occupy the largest 100 per cent increase in the percentage of the facility annual operating grant that for vehicle and equipment it receives from the Comox storage.

A new regional emergenValley Regional District. cy operations “The annual centre/classoperating grant The increase room space is represents the also central to only fixed, sta- to our operating the new facilble income the ity vision as team receives grant to $30,000 is operational on an annual annually will storage and basis,” stat- allow CVGSAR office space for ed CVGSAR to double the all emergency president Paul amount of leased program teams.

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A building “The increase space at our committee has to our operating Moray Avenue been formed to grant to $30,000 finalize plans annually will base of operaallow CVG- tions allowing all for the reorgaSAR to double of our emergency nization and renovation the amount of of the existleased space equipment to ing site. Plans at our Moray at long last, be Avenue base housed indoors in include opencinder brick of operations one central loca- ing walls to allow allowing all of drive-through our emergency tion … equipment to Paul Berry vehicle bays, removal of the at long last, be existing mezhoused indoors in one central location and zanine, creation of a new centre to cover the majority of our communications fixed costs … phone, hydro, opposite the Emergency Operations Centre, and water.”

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If you are interested and willing to assist, please contact CVGSAR president Paul Berry at twoberrys@ shaw.ca or 250-338-5217.

— Comox Valley Ground Search and Rescue

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IN THE GARDEN

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Garden club perennial now Leslie Cox

September. Also determined was the aim for the fair to pertain On the evening strictly to horticulture of April 12, 35 years — flowers and vegetaago, six people met in bles only.

Suggestions of a local home with the intention of forming a a name for the new garden club were also garden club.

They were Lloyd and asked for from the Verla Park, Jean Far- attending six people. quharson, Harry and They were to spend the Gwen Wright and John next week on this task in readiDickenness for son.

There was lots the next There garden was some of discussion perc l u b discustaining to the Fall meeting sion at called for that first Fair at that second April 19. m e e t i n g meeting and some At this a b o u t talk about a name subsewhat their q u e n t new club for their new club. w o u l d Suggestions includ- meeting, with nine p r o v i d e ed Gardens Galore people for the in attenmember- and Upper Island dance, the ship. Not- Sow and Grow to Aims and ing from name but two.

Purpose his expe(later rience with other clubs, Lloyd changed to Benefits) Park suggested host- for the club were laid ing guest speakers who out. Included in the could inform the mem- Aims were “to crebership on specialized ate a vehicle through topics. Presentation which we can promote gardening ideas included roses, general begonias, fuchsias, interest on the Island” landscaping and prun- and “make Vancouver ing as was noted in the Island the Garden of minutes of that inau- Canada through creation of Flower Clubs, gural meeting.

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lished three books on Vancouver Island birds and his latest, Denman and Hornby Nature published in 2010, was inspired after several excursions with local Vancouver Island biologist and conservanature photographer tionist Jenny Balke. and columnist Mike His book highlights Yip will be the guest some of the sensitive speaker at the April 15 ecosystems and uncommeeting of the Comox mon flora and fauna Valley Horticultural on the islands and Society. includes rare wild flowThe meeting begins er sections on Helliwell at 7 p.m. at the Flor- Provincial Park. ence Filberg Centre in It was during this Courtet i m e nay. NonM i k e members employed Mike’s goal welcome macro is to foster greater for an photograadmission concern for nature phy along of $5. with his and conservation B a c k - and his remarku s u a l yard and telephoto G a r d e n able photography t e c h Birds is does just that. He niques the focus inspires us all to a n d for the added e v e n i n g become more aware p h o t o presenta- of the astonishing graphs tion. of butterarray of feathered “In the flies and friends of which spirit of unders h a r i n g we share the planet w a t e r and pro- with. creatures moting from local interest Island in birds, nature, and photographers. conservation, it is Mike’s next book, due my pleasure to pres- to be out in November, ent Vancouver Island Vancouver Island Butbirds,” says Yip. terflies, is co-authored Mike’s goal is to fos- with Island expert ter greater concern for entomologist James nature and conserva- Miskelly. tion and his remarkThis book may not able photography does be available in stores just that. He inspires and can be ordered us all to become more by e-mail through his aware of the astonish- website. ing array of feathered Previous book sales friends of which we have contributed to share the planet with. fundraisers for the Mike retired from Denman Conservancy teaching in 2001 and Association, Conserdiscovered birding and vancy Hornby Island photography in 2003. and Comox Valley NatSince then he has cre- uralist Society. ated his own online For more informamagazine showcasing tion about the Comox his photographs and Valley Horticultural with his latest March Society or this guest edition totals 380 jour- lecture, please visit nals. comoxvalleyhortsociMike also writes a ety.ca or phone Leslie bimonthly newspaper at 250-337-8051. column and lectures — Comox Valley throughout the island.

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THE COMPLETE STREET includes safe and comfortable access for pedestrians, bicycles, transit users and the mobility-impaired.

Idea promotes livability “Quality of life should not be a spectator sport.” (Bustos) The need to address health-care concerns, obesity, road congestion and greenhouse gas emissions is pushing us to look at changes that need to be made in our current approach to transportation and lifestyle choices.

We have a responsibility to address these concerns now for ourselves, our children and our grandchildren. http://completestreetsforcanada.ca.

A Complete Street is one that is designed for all ages, abilities, and modes of travel.

On Complete Streets, safe and comfortable access for pedestrians, bicycles, transit users and the mobility-impaired is not an afterthought or an addon, but a part of the planning.

A Complete Streets policy ensures that transportation planners and engineers consistently design and operate the entire street network in the community for all road users, not only motorists.

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Complete Streets offer a variety of benefits in the community.

The link between Complete Streets and public health is already well-documented, and communities across North America already include Complete Streets policies in their list of preventive health strategies.

Complete Streets also promote ‘livability.’

Design treatments such as street furniture, trees and wide pedestrian rights-ofway enliven our public areas and encourage people to linger and socialize.

A Complete Streets approach means that the term Complete Streets is mentioned in at least one official planning document in the community but that the community has yet to adopt an official Complete Streets policy.

To advocate for Complete Streets means

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Most communities have examples of schools that have no sidewalks out front, bus stops that are not accessible for people using mobility devices and stretches of busy roadway without safe pedestrian crossings.

In Canada, the municipal official community plan is subject to regular public review and this provides an opportunity to challenge elected officials and government staff to recognize the needs of all road users.

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‘But, mom, I want that ____________ right now!’

Question: As a parent of two teenagers, I find it so difficult to know how to manage their requests for new “toys.”

Every day there is a new device, or computer game, or article of clothing that they just have to have!

How can I keep up when the popular demand keeps changing and my kids are worried they won’t be cool without the latest thing?

Response: The question you bring up is extremely relevant in the current age of immediate gratification.

I hear your struggle in wanting to find a balance between providing for your kids’ needs and desires, and not being an overindulgent parent.

Many parents today grew up learning skills for how to be resourceful and conservative with their spending.

Delayed gratification is a lesson that was highly valued in past generations, but appears to be diminishing with young people these days.

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For one thing, we are living in a technological age that is growing faster than we can keep up with. Today there are far more gadgets, and devices, and new technological advances than there have ever been in history.

Secondly, many current parents grew up in homes during tough economic times.

Finances were tight and spending and saving wisely were necessary skills to survive.

Most people these days have all of their basic needs provided for, and have the time and the resources to spend money on frivolous things.

We live in a culture that prides itself on immediate gratifica-

tion. This does make it difficult for parents to know how to manage the requests of their children.

Despite the ability that a lot of people have to buy what they want, when they want, there is still great value in teaching children delayed gratification.

When you look at our current economy, you can see the devastating effects of people spending more money than they actually had.

It might help to dig deep into the motivation as to why your child wants a new toy.

Were they feeling sad or depressed? Were they bored? Were they seeking attention from another person? These types of questions help to identify the motivation behind the urge to spend.

Some people simply get addicted to the act of spending money.

Buying something new brings a rush of adrenaline, which is quickly overtaken by the realization that they did not even want or need the item purchased.

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This fundraising event for the CoalWatch Comox Valley Society will feature shellfish and seafood harvested by local growers in Baynes Sound, and prepared by local chef Dawn McRae, owner of Custom Gourmet.

“Once again our theme is celebrating what we grow,” said CoalWatch president John Snyder. “The event is a celebration of the rich bounty found in Baynes Sound, and the local shellfish and seafood known world wide.”

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If this behaviour is continually indulged, it can turn into an addictive behaviour. Instead, you can help to teach your kids the benefits of waiting. The act of waiting and longing for something can make the feeling of gratification so much greater when it is actually realized. That is why it is called delayed gratification.

But what do you do when your children are devastated and feeling like they won’t fit in without the latest toy?

First off, help your child to see the big picture. The item that is all the rage right now may not last longer than a couple of weeks.

Teach them how to look beyond “right now” and to make choices that will benefit them down the road, too. If you do decide to get your child something they have asked for, give them a time period before you purchase, and check to see if they are still interested in the new item after several weeks have passed.

This will help things that are truly frivolous to fade and help you to save your money.

Teach your children the value of saving money by setting up a savings account and helping them choose how to spend their money. This will set them up for success long after they have left home.

At the end of the day, remember, you are the parent, so don’t feel bad making decisions that

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How to breathe fresh air into your relationship Frances Ferguson, MEd, RCC Contributor

The other day, as I sat at my kitchen window with my morning coffee, I watched robins gather grass for their nests.

Over the wintertime, I admit that I have a tendency to hibernate with the bears, halfasleep, just waiting for the smell of spring to get me going again. It’s time to breathe some fresh air already!

Many of us could take a few minutes to breathe some fresh air into our relationship, too. Over the long winter, it’s easy to take our relationship for granted, and things can get a little stale, even boring.

John Gottman’s research on happy marriages shows that the happiest couples build romance every day, in small, positive ways.

Here are just a few ideas I’ve put together

that might just invigorate your relationship this spring: • Take it outside.

Go for a walk, a bike ride, a stroll by the ocean together (we are so lucky to live by the sea!). It doesn’t have to be extreme sports, or a massive cardio workout. The focus here is on enjoying each other while you’re physically moving.

• Breathe together.

When you stop to take in the scenery, take some deep breaths together. Watch your partner’s breathing, match yours to theirs, and take in that intoxicating spring air. Inhale to the count of five, exhale to the count of eight. Do that a halfdozen times and enjoy your connection.

• Try something new.

Swim in the ocean, take a kayak lesson, build a bonfire, visit a garden nursery (now, that’s a good place to breathe together!), go for a pic-

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nic, even if it’s just in your backyard. Open your bedroom window, re-arrange the furniture, shop together for new linens, or paint your bedroom a different colour (red, like the paint advertisement on TV, anyone?!) and see what happens.

• Touch often. Grab your partner’s hand, slip your arm around them, rub their feet, neck, or shoulders.

• Notice the good.

The default setting in our brain is towards a negative bias. While

Learn about rainwater We all know this is the “wet” coast, so why not take advantage of the abundance of rain and harvest it to use for your farm animals, your landscaping, or other water-related chores?

To help area residents and businesses learn more about rainwater harvesting and the materials that are needed, Black Creek Farm & Feed is sponsoring An Introduction To Rain-Water Catchment at the Black Creek Community Centre on April 27 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Presenter John Richardson will discuss uses for rainwater, evaluating your home, system design considerations, selection of materials (piping, screens, tanks, pumps if required), and maintenance.

Richardson is president of Premier Plastics, Inc., a manufacturer of water tanks and septic tanks in Delta. He is also a founding mem-

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this kept our ancestors alive, it can be deadly to relationships if we get stuck in cycles of negativity or criticism. Make the effort to notice moments that are going well with your partner, savour them, and hold onto them. You’ll actually rewire your brain in the process, easing it away from the negative. How cool is that!

• Surprise your partner. Everyone loves sweet things like having their car washed, receiving a cup of tea, or finding a love-note in their lunch. Be a little creative, and have fun planning and doing things you know would thrill your partner.

• Say thanks. Notice the sweet things your partner does for you, take a deep, loving breath, look into their eyes, and say thanks.

• Listen well. Check in with your partner every day, how are they doing, what’s on their mind. Be a good listener to your beloved, and they’ll be all yours.

We all long to be heard, supported, and loved.

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to say I’m Sorry when appropriate, and get back into connection quickly.

• Clear the air. Set up an hour once a week to brush out any relationship detritus that may have accumulated during the week. Then remember to share the good stuff, too.

• Empty the garbage.

Old, stuffy resentments clogging up your relationship? Make time to clear up any build-up of negative emotions like anger, disappointment, or frustration before they make a toxic stew that undermines your relationship. Bring it up, gracefully and with love, recognizing that chances are pretty good that it’s connected with our own old stuff that we need to address compassionately with ourselves.

• Smile more. My mother was right. You’ll look better, feel better.

And it might just put a sparkle in your partner’s eyes, too.

If your marriage needs some attention, you owe it to yourself and your partner to breathe some fresh air into it again. If you’re not quite sure how to

do that yourselves, be proactive and get some help.

Marriage counselling isn’t just for people whose marriages are on the brink of collapse — it can be very productive for people who just need a boost to help their relationship grow into the healthy, vibrant relationship you want.

And it can be fun, too.

Frances Ferguson is a registered clinical counsellor with offices in Courtenay and Campbell River.

She works extensively with couples and can be reached at 250-8717303 (Courtenay) or 778-418-1818 (Campbell River), or at franferguson@shaw.ca.

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There are virtually no restrictions on how we convey information today through the myriad of communications vehicles that are available.

From newsletters to magazines, streaming videos, e-mail blasts, social media, direct mail, as well as traditional media such as print, town hall style meetings and face-toface to name a few.

About the only thing we are missing, although some people claim to have it, is mental telepathy.

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The first thing to remember is that communication is a dialogue not a monologue.

Good communication, in order to be effective, relies on the fact that both the sender and the receiver, to use a familiar adage, are â&#x20AC;&#x153;on the same page.â&#x20AC;?

This gives rise to a series of questions that you need to ask in order to make the most of your business communications.

How well do you know the person you are trying to communicate with? What are their needs, desires or perceptions of your product or service?

Remember, the first thing someone wants to know about you and what you have to offer is â&#x20AC;Ś what is in it for them? In other words do you know who your best customers are and why they buy from you?

The next series of questions to ask revolves around the communication vehicle or media that you choose to use to convey your message. Depending on what you are selling, will the media reach the person you want to communicate with? Is it cost effective in delivering your audience?

Equally important to knowing who your customers are and

PST help still available With the reintroduction of the Provincial Sales Tax, government will support businesses as they make the transition to the two-tax PST and GST system.

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what media they are most likely to use is ensuring your message is on target. Are you using the right words?

Do you use images that are relevant and graphics that help the reader or viewer grasp what you are saying?

Is your message consistent with your overall strategy? Are you using plain language that highlights your unique selling points and the benefits of dealing with you?

Communication can be broken down into two main categories: verbal and non-verbal.

If we further analyse them, verbal can be broken down into oral and written with written being the most common form.

With so much reliance on using social media, the Internet, newspapers and other forms of print media, there is a danger today of not placing much importance on the oral and non-verbal aspects of communication.

Notwithstanding the broadcast media and video, careful attention should be placed on how businesses present themselves in faceto-face situations.

Again more questions need to be asked.

When speaking in public do you or your employees convey the right message and image? Careful consideration should be given to appearance and pre-

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Sometimes non-verbal communication such as posture and gesture can adversely impact on the effectiveness of a message.

The bottom line is that you must be prepared to take serious stock of how you communicate, on all levels, ensuring you are conveying the right message, to the right person at the right time. And most importantly that they understand what you are saying. As Shaw said, when it comes to communications, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t make assumptions.

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KUDOS TO THE Comox Valley Regional District board for not caving in to 3L Development’s demands and emotional blackmail that they be allowed to put in high-density development along the Duncan Bay Main logging road next to the Puntledge River. Interesting that public access to Stotan Falls only became a liability issue when 3L didn’t initially get its own way. Such a decision would have been an ecological and urban planning disaster, and would have set a dangerous precedent in public policy by allowing 3L and other bullies to push us around.

MOUNTAINAIRE AVIAN RESCUE Society’s (MARS) annual open house celebration of National Wildlife Week was a resounding success, thanks to the efforts of so many people. We would like to thank Re/Max for the use of their big tent and the ScotiaBank for the use of their easyup. Thanks also, to Jack Minard and Willow for attending with info about Tsolum River Restoration, Ian Moul

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THE ASPEN PARK Elementary School community would like to extend sincere thanks to the many folks who contributed to the success of the Art for the Outdoors silent auction held in March. The money raised will go towards our Schoolyard Improvement Project. Congratulations to the students for creating some beautiful artwork that was on display that evening.

ON MARCH 27 the Nanaimo Daily News published Don Olsen’s letter to the editor, which basically asserted that First Nations people are stupid, lazy, uninventive, irresponsible, underachievers, incapable of taking care of themselves; whose only “fix” would be to make them “equals” by vetoing “traditional use and cultural nonsense,” educating “their children to become modern citizens,” discourag-

ing them from “finding their identity and source of pride” from their ancestors, “turning off the taps” and letting them “stand or fall on their own account.” I won’t bother to address the ridiculous and hurtful claims made

by Mr. Olsen (am sure others will), except to say that apparently Mr. Olsen is unaware that his notions have been attempted before! Assimilation, outlawing traditions, child abductions and internment in mission schools ... basically cultural genocide, are part of Canada’s history; to most horrific results! And those policies are just some of the wrongs Canada’s FN people have survived. The fact that FN’s have been recovering and seeking their due rights and justice is what really seems to be bothering Mr. Olsen; and unfortunately, he is not alone. His letter brings to light the ignorant, naïve, and hostile sentiments that lurk in the dark corners of non-aboriginal society. As most non-aboriginal people can attest, we hear similar sentiments creep out of the shadows on occasion.

I would bet Mr. Olsen espoused his vile opinions to family, friends, and anyone else who would listen! I’m sure I’m not the only one who has fallen into stunned silence when a family member, colleague, friend, acquaintance or stranger has spouted such racist opinions, jokes or slurs. Wanting to avoid conflict, it seemed simpler to just ignore them. I have watched others do the same. One day I realized that being silent was part of the problem. It was tantamount to consent for such behaviour, and leads people (like Mr. Olsen) to delusions that their views are worthy of further broadcast. Without offense or opposition, they assume their comments are acceptable.

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

Grey tsunami heading our way Eighty years ago, a person with Down syndrome was lucky to make it to their 16th birthday.

Fortunately, advances in health care, nutrition and de-institutionalization has helped the developmentally disabled live into their senior years, largely at the same pace as the rest of society.

This shows the lasting and long-term benefits of treating people with Down syndrome, fetal alcohol spectrum disorder and other cognitive impairments as members of society, not people to be locked away at home or warehoused in institutions.

Communities across B.C. have service agencies with excellent day programs, job placement programs and group homes to have people with disabilities live rich, dignified lives in their communities and among their peers.

Ministry of Social Development and by extension Community Living B.C., the Crown agency that manages funding and programs for the developmentally disabled, will roll out plans to better care for their aging clients (it’s also rolling out plans to better manage young adults).

Although it’s been known for at least five years that the grey tsunami of cognitively disabled seniors was on its way, planning for this really only started last year, after CLBC emerged from multiple damaging scandals.

Part of rebuilding credibility is the Ministry of Social Development following through with promises of funding to meet growing service demands.

If funding doesn’t materialize, it will leave nonprofit organizations stretched thinner and searching for ways to support aging clients.

Older people, disabled or not, need more medical care, walkers and other items to keep them safe at home or in day-program centres. Retirement homes aren’t staffed with people who understand developmental disabilities, and service agencies generally aren’t equipped or funded to run geriatric programs.

Last year the government trumpeted its 12-point program to improve how CLBC operates.

Hopefully for its most vulnerable citizens, that’s Victoria News not empty rhetoric.

Record Question of the Week This week: Eighteen per cent of respondents said the scrapping of the HST makes them more likely to vote B.C. Liberal. Next week: Should the Comox Valley Airport Commission board be paid? Visit www.comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote in the Poll on the mainpage.

B.C B.C.’s best Junior B hockey teams are in Courtenay this week to play for the Cyclone Taylor Cup from Thursday to Sunday at the Comox Valley Sports Centre.

Factors in Ottawa and Washington, D.C. are conspiring to make things difficult for organizers of this year’s Comox Valley Air Show.

Rhetoric not working on us Dear editor, Re: Tough decisions necessary.

Murray Presley’s recent defence of the BC Liberal budget ends with an Orwellian declaration.

“Our children deserve better and so do you!” he writes, as if to confirm the BC Liberal budget won’t leave any “financial problems to our children.”

Really? Reverse psychology and empty rhetoric like this won’t work on my peers.

I am a young British Columbian. I would like to tell all BC Liberals that the deficits you’re leaving my generation and the ones behind me are much more than just financial deficits. You cannot balance a budget on our backs and the short-term selloff of natural resources that should provide lasting intergenerational prosperity.

Youth in B.C. are inheriting structural deficits in access to affordable post-secondary education. The BC Liberals cut the non-repayable, needs-based grant program for post-secondary students in 2004-05 and we’ve watched student debt grow and tuition increase at almost twice the rate of inflation.

We’re inheriting ecological deficits — in the form of gutted environmental laws and an industrial endless growth paradigm we’re on the hook to clean up.

We’re also left with a deficit of democratic engagement, as the cynical moves of the BC Liberals over the past several election cycles coincides with declining voter participation.

Only 51 per cent of eligible voters exercised their democratic right in the last 2009 provincial election.

Mostly this is attributed to a drop in the voter turnout of youth, who have never felt more alienated and excluded from the political machinery, its jargon and its fantasy future that ignores climate change.

But for all the deficits left to young British Columbians, we are up to the task of safeguarding our future. Over the next several weeks, that means we are Youth for Kassandra Dycke and the Comox Valley NDP. Vanessa Scott, Courtenay

Presley prefers McRae Dear editor, When Don McRae was elected to Courtenay City council I was concerned with his understanding of business.

After a few terms on council I was impressed with his caring and understanding manner and business acumen. I was so impressed I nominated him to run locally for the provincial Liberals when the opportunity arose.

In his first term he so impressed the party they pro-

moted him to Minister of Agriculture and later to Minister of Education. Don has certainly worked hard for this province and the Comox Valley and knowing Don as I do, he will continue to work hard for us all.

While I admire anybody who takes the time to run for office, I could not support the local NDP candidate, as she does not have the experience or the skills to replace Don as our area MLA. J. Murray Presley, Courtenay

Help wanted across our province Dear editor, The citizens of the Comox Valley are looking to fill the position of member of the legislative assembly.

This contract position will run from May 2013 to May 2017 with the possibility of a fouryear extension. Preference will be given to applicants with no political party affiliation.

Duties will include, but are not limited to, attending sittings of the legislature where you will argue and vote to carry out the wants and needs of your constituents (employers). The wants and needs of your political party

or it’s leader are not necessarily the same as your constituents so you must possess the ability to know the difference and vote accordingly.

Your primary duties involve directly helping every constituent in your riding who contacts you for advice or assistance.

Every telephone call, e-mail, text or walk-in complaint must be personally addressed by the MLA. As the legislature sits very infrequently, the bulk of your time will be spent in the Comox Valley, making you readily available to your constituents.

As a caring community, the citizens of the Comox Valley generously volunteer their time to many causes and as our employee you would be expected to volunteer in the community on a regular basis.

Donations to various local charities is completely voluntary but our attractive compensation package would make this extremely easy.

Your devotion to the community, or lack of it, will determine your future contract extension.

Qualified applicants only, apply to Elections BC. Chris Elliston, Comox

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READER STEVE SHORTRIDGE acknowledges that Stotan Falls is on “a beautiful piece of property,” but recommends that people stay off private property.

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Go elsewhere in‘big valley’ Dear editor, I am curious as to what there is to rally around here about Stotan Falls.

Yes, it is a beautiful piece of property that has some spectacular features but the reality is that it was bought and paid for by a gentleman who has every right in the world to restrict access for any reason he chooses.

It’s a very simple lesson that we all should have

learned as kids. If it’s not yours, don’t go there.

To say that it has been open before so it should be now and the height of moronic statements is that it was zoned rural and they knew that when they bought it. So what.

Can I walk through your property because one day, long ago, it was a field?

It’s about basic respect for other people’s property and things and has nothing to

do with what has happened in the past. If you see a sign that says “No Trespassing,” don’t trespass because you feel you have some special right to someone else’s property or be prepared to face the consequences of your actions.

Grow up and find somewhere else to hang around that you’re not breaking the law. It’s a big valley.

Steve Shortridge, Comox Valley

Election issues no laughing matter Dear editor, Re: Greens will split the vote (Record, April 2).

R. Smith’s letter may be an example of gallows humour from a BC Liberal supporter.

But I think gloating in one’s ability to use money to “split the vote” is a form of fear-mongering that celebrates petty abuse of our democracy.

No wonder voter turnout is declining, especially amongst youth, when people are so cyni-

cal about exercising our right to vote.

Instead of using insincerely spent money in an attempt to influence our provincial election, why doesn’t R. Smith tell us what’s good about the BC Liberal candidate?

An election is supposed to be about issues, values and vision for where we want our society in the future, not “comedic” schemes to subvert outcomes with “a few dollars.”

I am confident that Comox Valley citizens are serious about weighing their voting options, and do not consider issues like the Raven Coal Mine, climate change or access to education to be laughing matters.

What is a little funny about this is the BC Liberals’ bravado as they “continuously shoot themselves in the foot.”

L. Scott, Royston

Dear editor, In January, 2013, the Hupacasath First Nation of B.C. filed a challenge in court to stop the ratification of FIPA (Foreign Investment Protection and Promotion Agreement) until the government has fulfilled its obligation to consult with First Nations about the impacts the treaty will have on their rights and their lands.

The Council of Canadians believes that no investment treaty since NAFTA poses a greater threat to the environment, public health, First Nations and basic notions of democracy.

If the FIPA is ratified, China-based corporations will be able to directly challenge local, provincial and federal policies that interfere with their “right” to make a profit from energy, mining or other controversial projects.

The Council has undertaken to help raise public donations to pay for legal costs and will match all donations in their effort to raise at least $10,000 before the court challenge moves ahead.

At our recent AGM, donations were collected to support this important court challenge.

If you are interested in donating, please visit https:// fundrazr.com/ campaigns/5RWS1.

Kathie Woodley Editor’s note: Kathie Woodley represents the Comox Valley Chapter of the Council of Canadians.

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Seeing forest Naturopaths could help even more for the trees Dear editor, The recent release of a report by the BC Auditor General has led to a vigorous debate on the future of carbon neutral government.

As a seller of carbon credits to the Pacific Carbon Trust, the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) looks forward to any clarity that may result in the B.C. carbon market.

However, a recent column in the Comox Valley Record (Greenhouse gas leaks from Pacific Carbon Trust by Tom Fletcher), perpetuates factual errors that fail to inform any debate.

Acquisition of a conservation project is the beginning of our work, not the end. When NCC TOM FLETCHER purchased Darkwoods in 2008, our expensive, long-term commitment to the conservation lands began.

From the outset, revenue from carbon sales was seen as critical to supporting this stewardship effort. Without the possibility of carbon sales NCC could not have undertaken a project of the size and scope of Darkwoods. Yet, those facts are conveniently overlooked by Mr. Fletcher.

Further he fails to understand the baseline used to calculate stored carbon at Darkwoods. Independent evaluations were not based on the possibility of NCC clear-cutting the property, but rather on what would have happened had NCC not acquired Darkwoods.

The alternaThe altertive to NCC native to NCC ownership was ownership was acquisition by a market-based acquisition by a buyer. The land market-based buyer. would have been intensively The land would logged and sub- have been intendivided. sively logged and The difference subdivided. between that Tom Swann scenario and the current conserved property forms the basis for carbon valuation.

Mr. Fletcher asks, rhetorically if NCC would have logged Darkwoods. “Legally, it could not,” he writes. On the contrary, NCC does log the Darkwoods site.

We operate a small, sustainable harvest based on conservation values that supports the property and the community. In fact, overall our ownership of Darkwoods has resulted in a $13-million economic benefit to the community, to date.

The Darkwoods Forest Carbon project was the first of its kind undertaken in Canada. The project is certified under the Verified Carbon Standard; a standard that ensures a carbon project follows internationally recognized protocols and has tangible environmental benefits.

The Nature Conservancy of Canada spent three years developing the project, and exercised due diligence at every step while working with various industry experts.

More importantly, Darkwoods is a worldclass conservation project. Without revenue from forest carbon, the long-term protection of this vital 55,000-hectare property and the fate of animals and plants that find a haven there would be in jeopardy.

Darkwoods ensures in perpetuity, British Columbians will see the magnificent forest for the trees.

Tom Swann Editor’s note: Tom Swann is the associate regional vice-president, BC, the Nature Conservancy of Canada.

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Dear editor, I’m writing to you today about the tens of thousands of British Columbians who visit licensed naturopathic doctors (NDs) for primary care.

Although most NDs are in large urban areas, demand for NDs across B.C. is growing rapidly. Most importantly, NDs in rural areas are meeting a need and desire for patient-centred primary care.

You may have seen the provincial government’s recent announcement of the “A GP for Me” initiative, intended to find solutions to the GP shortage which is more acute in rural areas.

What your readers may

with attention to disease not be aware of is that there prevention, diet, environment are six primary-care NDs and health history, is a draw already practising in Courteto patients (most of whom nay/Comox. These local phyhave sicians extended are a health few of Although most NDs are coverthe over in large urban areas, demand age). NDs 500 licensed for NDs across B.C. is growing can also NDs in rapidly.

Dr. Deborah Phair prescribe scheduled B.C., drugs, all of when and if appropriate. whom can (and do) act to In 2008 the provincial meet the demand for primary Liberal government, under care. then-Minister of Health While the care that B.C.’s George Abbott, made two NDs provide is generally not Throne Speech commitments covered by the provincial Medical Services Plan (MSP), to naturopathic physicians.

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2010. The second, access to B.C.’s privately owned but publicly funded medical laboratories, has yet to be acted upon.

We believe that NDs can and already do address the shortage of GPs by offering comparable services. I would like to encourage your readers — in support of the NDs already practising in your community as primary care providers — to contact their local MLA and voice support for diagnostic access for B.C.’s NDs. Dr. Deborah Phair, BSc (Pharm), ND, RAc Editor’s note: Dr. Deborah Phair is the B.C. Naturopathic Association president.

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Lights, without a doubt the day has not been moderated subject that generates the when night falls.

Since your eyes quickly adapt greatest number of requests to the brightness level but take for DriveSmartBC articles.

We’ve looked at almost every significantly longer to return to dark vision after kind of light conBEHIND THE WHEEL you pass the sign, nected with the this can be a danoperation of a gerous situation. vehicle or cycle on Depending on a highway in BritIM where you are ish Columbia, so driving, signs it’s time to widen CHEWE beside the highour view to the way are reguroadside.

Have you been blinded by lated by municipalities within the light emitted by newer LED their borders or the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastrucadvertising signs?

I don’t know about you, but ture outside of municipalities.

Either municipal bylaws or I can point to a few roadside advertising signs that I’m the Transportation Act provide familiar with that cause me the authority to require changdiscomfort due to their bright- es if these signs are a nuisance ness when I approach them in to passing road users. These darkness. It is almost as if the bodies are also the authorities lighting level needed to make that grant permission to install the sign stand out during the the signs in the first place.

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Stars in our backyard getting noticed elsewhere VIMA awards will be presented in ceremony April 28 in downtown Victoria Paula Wild Record Arts

Look at the Stars in Our Own Backyard!

That’s the slogan of the Vancouver Island Music Awards, an event that celebrates excellence in the Island music scene. And six of the nominees this year are stars from our very own backyard, the Comox Valley.

Luke Blu Guthrie, Brodie Dawson and Keisja Cox are familiar names in the local music world.

Joining them on the VIMA nominations list is Annie Becker, a recent addition to the Valley, and Chris Hamilton (aka Ill Tone) and Trent Freeman, who both grew up here but now live in Vancouver.

“The awards ceremony is the one night of the year when all facets of Island music get together to celebrate and network,” says James Kasper, founding producer, artistic director of VIMA and musician in his own right.

Adjudicated by eight jurors, this year’s event honours the innovation and hard work of 70 Vancouver Island individuals involved in the music industry.

Founded in 2002, the awards ceremony is modelled after the Juno Awards with a presentation followed with a performance by one of the nominees.

• The Valley’s newest shining star, Annie Becker, is among them.

Becker, who has been described as an “urban hippie, soul pop songstress,” released her debut album, All About the Beez Neez in 2011. Now she’s in the running for Island Vocalist, Island Songwriter, Island Artist and Island Music Video of the Year. Her video, Beez Neez, is colourful, energetic and humorous. Great characters, too!

• Trent Freeman’s newest CD, Rock Paper Scissors, is nominated for Island Instrumental CD of the Year.

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• Luke Blu Guthrie’s CD, Kasper. “It’s a valuable platform won Freeman the 2012 Solo Artist of the Year Award at the Canadian Routes & Blu is up for Island for empowering music careers.

“Getting musicians, music Folk Music Awards. In addition to Roots Album of the Year, Chris industry reps, the the VIMA Instrumenmedia and music fans tal category, he’s also competing against As well as recognizing Vancouver Island all together under one roof and giving them Becker and four others artists, the awards ceremony also provides a the opportunity to for Island Music Video great networking opportunity. It’s a valuable establish new working of the Year. relationships is a big Hot Spot for A Hobo platform for empowering music careers. part of what VIMA is features an innovative James Kasper all about.” cast of characters, tons The ninth annual of humour and great music. Being a VIMA juror must Hamilton/Ill Tone is nominated VIMAs take place at St. Andrew’s for the B.C.-wide Hip Hop Album Presbyterian Church in downtown be a tough gig!

• According to her website, Bro- of the Year and 14-year old Keisja Victoria on April 28 at 7 p.m.

“I heard Daniel Lapp perform die Dawson’s style is a mix of Cox is competing for Island Youth his Christmas concert there last “soulful, folky blues with a gospel Artist of the Year.

“As well as recognizing Van- year,” says Kasper. funk, a twist of pop and a twang “As soon as I saw the venue I of old-school country.” She’s on the couver Island artists, the awards VIMA list for Island Live Act of ceremony also provides a great knew we had to hold the VIMAs

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there. It’s beautiful, the sound is incredible, it’s the perfect size and centrally located.

“It’s important for music fans to support local musicians,” he adds.

“It’s all too easy to get bombarded by commercial media and the Top 40 musicians and think that’s the only music available. It’s amazing what is here in our own backyard.”

Earlybird tickets are available until April 15. After that the price goes up.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.islandmusicawards.wordpress.com or phone 1-778-265-VIMA. Paula Wild is a published author who contributes frequently to the Comox Valley Record’s arts section.

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CUMBERLAND VILLAGE WORKS organizers are stoked to welcome back the Skatalites on April 19 at the Waverley Hotel.

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Legendary reggae band back Celebrating their 49th year, the original studio band for Bob Marley and the Wailers, Toots and the Maytals, Ken Boothe and Jimmy Cliff continue to carry the torch of Jamaica’s musical heritage around the world.

The Skatalites have led the world on a journey like no other and have travelled more roads than most artists ever will.

While some of the band’s founding members have passed onto the great stage in the sky, they continue to bring the spirit, style, and music of Jamaica to people around the world.

This year promises a revitalization of the

band with a new tour, a new single, a new album and a determination to pave a new path into parts unknown.

The Skatalites just released a two-song single from their coming album All Roads.

The single will be available digitally and as a limited edition seveninch vinyl (exclusively available on the tour).

The collection features the newest lineup of the band, and several tracks featuring legendary foundation drummer Lloyd Knibb, who passed away before the sessions were completed.

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MusicFest 2012 smash hit coming back to Valley A smash hit at last year’s MusicFest, the 24th Street Wailers return for a full evening of good times at the Cumberland Hotel.

If ever a group of musicians were meant to meet, become colleagues and ultimately collaborate to perform the music they love, it is the four musicians who make up Toronto’s 24th Street Wailers.

You might call it fate, destiny or just plain good luck – either way, fans of the folk, roots and blues community are all the better for it.

One of the most original and exciting bands on the scene today, the quartet quickly developed their tight grooves, unadulterated live show, and original repertoire in the three years they have been together.

With their 2010 debut album Dirty Little Young’uns reaching No. 3 (Canada) and No. 8 (U.S.) on the Roots Music Report and a smashing sophomore CD in 2012 titled Unshakeable, the band is gaining widespread national and international radio play.

THE 24TH STREET Wailers return to the Comox Valley for an evening April 18 at the CumberPHOTO BY JIM HEGAN land Hotel.

“Unshakeable is raw and authentically funky. These players have the natural rhythm and looseness of studied musicians, which is a breath of fresh air.” — (House of Blues Radio Hour).

In just a few short years, the 24th Street Wailers have quickly made a name for themselves in the Canadian music scene and

beyond.

In August 2011, they were the only non-Quebec band to win both the Releve en Blues and the Bourse Air Transat/Blues Sur Seine competitions at Festiblues International De Montreal, which sent them to France to perform at The Blues Sur Seine Festival.

In early 2012 they were nominated for

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Led by Halifax-born lead singer and drummer Lindsay Beaver, who draws her inspiration from the great Levon Helm, the quartet features Beaver’s husband Mike Archer on bass, housemate Jon Wong on saxophone and electric guitarist Emily Burgess.

It is apparent when either listening to their recordings or attending one of their raucous live shows that the 24th Street Wailers are a band in every sense of the word.

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Tour highlights included an opening spot for legendary blues pioneer Jimmie Vaughan, and performances on prestigious festival stages at the Vancouver Island Music Festival, Harrison Festival of the Arts, Folk on the Rocks festival in Yellowknife, Festiblues International de Montreal and Limestone City Blues Festival.

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Three-time fiddling champion coming to perform The 12th annual cians keeping a drivComox Valley Fiddle ing beat, caller June Fest is happening April Cannon will have the 19 and 20 at the Big moves mapped out for the dancers to follow.

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Worst Pop Band Ever‘really cool’ at playing jazz ‘The name Diana Krall was already taken’ The Worst Pop Band Ever is described by Torontojazz.com as “the total package, great compositions, unique covers and standupworthy banter, and a highlight of the 2012 TD Canada Trust Toronto Jazz Festival.”

The quintet is touring their second CD, Sometimes Things Go Wrong (and other songs we shouldn’t play), which was recorded last year at The Cellar in Vancouver. The CBC Radio 2 After Hours show simply says the disc is “really cool.”

Their music has also been used for film and video productions for the United Nations, the CBC and the National Film Board.

Asked about the band’s rather unusual name, drummer/leader Tim Shia replies, “The name Diana Krall was already taken.”

More seriously, he says all the band members also play in pop music groups but like the improvisational aspects of jazz, so it seemed natural to be The Worst Pop Band Ever.

Verbal sleight of hand aside, the band offers jazz firmly rooted in the tradition but with a modern sensibility and a deep nod to memorable pop songs.

Allaboutjazz.com describes the latest live album as “… music for people, whether they dig jazz or not. The group delivers a set that cares less about genres … a tight band playing with substance and feeling for an appreciative audience.”

Beside Shia on the bandstand will be two Juno Award-winning musicians from bassist Brandi Disterheft’s 2008 award-winning CD Debut, Adrean Farrugia on keys and Chris Gale, reeds. Gale will also be familiar for his work with The Shuffle Demons and Blue Rodeo.

On bass, Gord Mowat has toured with the band before although not a regular member these days. Turntablist Leo37 lives in Taiwan usually and brings a lot of non-traditional

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Jilli unplugged with her band On the second Thursdays of each month, Jilli Martini is joined with fellow musicians Doug Biggs, Blair Bentley and Andre Forgues to play an evening of acoustic music.

The Zocalo’s casual atmosphere is a pleasant, family-friendly setting.

Jill’s repertoire can range from Patsy Cline, Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris to the Rolling Stones, Bad Company, Fleetwood Mac, Tom Petty, Pretenders and No doubt!

Jill just loves to sing her favourite songs whether it’s blues, country, rock or other and she is gratefully accompanied by some of the Valley’s finest musicians.

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Next month, Jilli will play on the third Thursday — May 16.

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The powerful rhythms and soulful sounds of Bill’s music reflect a life on the road that brings elements of world beat, Cajun, Celtic, folk, Latin and more to his unique sound. His work has

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Bill’s musical abilities include the guitar, fiddle and harmonica supported by a rich blues voice.

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ART ALCHEMY STUDIO GALLERY presents exhibit by Guillermo Mier until April 13. FMI: www.artalchemy.ca.

AVALANCHE BAR & GRILL presents Georgia Jazz Straight Jazz society concerts on most Thursday nights.

Comedy night on the third Thursday of the month.

House Ten85 DJs live music starting every Saturday at 9 p.m. FMI: 250-331-0334 or www.georgiastraightjazz. com.

COMOX VALLEY ART GALLERY open Mondays to Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. New exhibits: Towards Grace/The Golden Rule run to April 20. Art on the Wall exhibit on Saturdays from April 13 to May 25, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. FMI: 250-338-6211 or www.comoxvalleyartgallery.com.

COURTENAY LITTLE THEATRE presents The Winslow Boy at Sid Williams Theatre.

Performances April 11, 12, 13, 18, 19 and 20 at 7:30 p.m. April 13 at 2 p.m. FMI: www.sidwilliamstheatre. com/events.

GRIFFIN PUB north of CFB Comox hosts Jazztet every Sunday from 5 to 9 p.m.

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

MEX PUB has a Rock ‘n Country Jam ‘n Dance hosted by Outlaw Fever on Tuesdays (except the first Tuesday of the month), starting at 9 p.m.

MUIR GALLERY has The Human: The Animal exhibit by David Hunwick from April 12 to May 4. Opening reception April 12 from 7 to 9 p.m. FMI: www.comoxvalleyarts.com.

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. Members’ Spring Show & Sale until April 7. Nanci Cook & Perrin Sparks Show & Sale from April 9 to 21. FMI: www.pearlellisgallery.com or Facebook.

POTTERS PLACE at Fifth and Cliffe in downtown Courtenay exhibits feature artist Kay Hansen in April. Mondays to Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

WAVERLEY HOTEL jam night with Brodie Dawson and friends runs every Thursday, no cover. Visit www.waverleyhotel.ca.

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

ZOCALO CAFÉ Starting April 29 and for the month of May, Teresa Knight’s All Levels Artists Groups from Fanny Bay and Comox present Fresh Paint, an exhibit of landscapes and portraiture.

24TH STREET WAILERS at Hotel. FMI: Cumberland Hotel www.islandmusicfest.com/ concerts.

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Saturday, May 4

JILLI MARTINI BAND unplugged at Zocalo Café, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

COMOX VALLEY WRITERS’ SOCIETY members will read at Comox Library as part of National Poetry Month, 2 to 3 p.m. FMI: 250-339-2971.

PANTUSO DANCE at Sid Williams Theatre. FMI: www.sidwilliamstheatre.com/events.

Friday, April 12

Saturday, May 18

ALICE FRANCIS AND GOLDIELOCKS at Waverley Hotel.

Annie Becker will open. FMI: cumberlandvillageworks. com.

JOHN SHIMELD and friends in Comox Valley Youth Music Centre fundraiser at Stan Hagen Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

Tickets at Laughing Oyster and Blue Heron.

VANCOUVER ISLAND MUSIC BUSINESS CONFERENCE. FMI: http://www.vimbc.com/2013.

Sunday, April 14

THE WHISTLE STOP PUB 2355 Mansfield Dr. Courtenay 250-334-4500

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WORST POP BAND EVER in Georgia Straight Jazz Society concert at Avalanche.

FMI: www.georgiastraightjazz.com.

SAX’N’BONE at Zocalo Café, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, April 19 SKATALITES at Waverley Hotel. FMI: www.cumberlandvillageworks.com.

BILL BOURNE at Venue Formerly Known as Joe’s Garage, 8 p.m. FMI: www. joeson5th.ca or 250-7026456.

Saturday, April 20 FISH AND BIRD at Waverley Hotel. FMI: www.cumberlandvillageworks.com.

ORKESTAR SLIVOVICA at Little Red Church (2182 Comox Ave.). FMI: www.cumberlandvillageworks.com.

PHIL DWYER and DON THOMPSON at Denman Island Hall, 8 p.m. Tickets at Abraxas, Bop City or at door.

JOCELYN PETTIT BAND at house concert in Merville.

FMI: 250-337-5337.

COMOX VALLEY WRITERS’ SOCIETY members will read at Courtenay Library as part of National Poetry Month, 2 to 3 p.m. FMI: 250-334-3369.

Monday, April 22 VAIDA ROZINSKAITE and SARAH HAGEN in Mattina Musica concert at Sid Williams Theatre, . FMI: www. sidwilliamstheatre.com/ events.

CHORAL CONCERT: HANDS ACROSS THE DIVIDE presented by Comox Valley Community Justice Centre at Sid Williams Theatre, 7 p.m.

FMI: www.sidwilliamstheatre.com/events.

Wednesday, April 24 MORLOVE presents CD release concert at Cumberland Hotel. FMI: www.islandmusicfest.com/concerts.

Saturday, April 27 BALLET VICTORIA at Sid Williams Theatre. FMI: www.sidwilliamstheatre.com/events.

JUST IN TIME VOCAL JAZZ CHOIRS present Near & Far, a collection of swing, pop, gospel, and bossa tunes, at Comox Pentecostal Church, 7:30 p.m. Tickets at Laughing Oyster, Blue Heron and at the door. FMI: www. justintimevocaljazz.ca.

Sunday, April 28 JUST IN TIME VOCAL JAZZ CHOIRS present Near & Far, a collection of swing, pop, gospel, and bossa tunes, at Comox Pentecostal Church, 2 p.m. Tickets at Laughing Oyster, Blue Heron and at the door. FMI: www.justintimevocaljazz.ca.

Thursday, May 2 DANIEL WESLEY at Waverley Hotel. FMI: www.cumberlandvillageworks.com.

Saturday, May 11 LEO KOTTKE at Native Sons Hall. FMI: www.islandmusicfest.com/concerts.

Sunday, May 19 VANCOUVER ISLAND MUSIC BUSINESS CONFERENCE. FMI: http://www.vimbc.com/2013.

Monday, May 20 VANCOUVER ISLAND MUSIC BUSINESS CONFERENCE. FMI: http://www.vimbc.com/2013.

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

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THE WAVERLEY HOTEL will feature West Coast New Folk at its best April 20 with Fish & Bird.

Not your daddy’s folk music Fish & Bird were once Victoria’s most promising folk duo, and over the past few years they have evolved into Canada’s most unusual folk-rock ensemble.

Their music hovers somewhere in the void between newgrass and indie-folk. If the Avett Brothers and Chris Thile’s Punch Brothers’ parents got married and they all became stepbrothers, they might sound something like this.

Folk is kind of the idea but nowadays kids get their records from all over the place — bluegrass, country, artrock, jazz, the Beach Boys.

These individual influences come out if you listen for them, but the strength is in the blend. The songs get you in the heart and the music screws with your brain.

Fish & Bird started as a recording project.

In 2007, when Adam

Ballet at Rialto The Rialto Theatre presents the Royal Ballet performing Alice’s Adventure in Wonderland this Saturday at 9:30 a.m.

Those familiar with Lewis Carroll’s literary menagerie of colourful characters will enjoy the clarity with which Christopher Wheeldon portrays them in dance. The whole company is drawn into the fun, dancing a myriad of quirky characters: a twitchy White Rabbit, a tap dancing Mad Hatter, a sinuous caterpillar and so many more.

Alice and the Knave of Hearts, deftly danced by two Royal Ballet principal dancers, are at the centre of the story, and the role of The Queen of Hearts, another principal, is wittily captured with hilarious results.

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland is a brilliantly imagined show and, with a magical score, ingeniously inventive designs, and a wealth of theatrical effects, has something

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Don’t miss what the Telegraph called “a dazzling affair … intoxicating and exceptional … [Wheeldon] - along with everyone else involved in this mind-boggling production - should also take a bow.”

Tickets are on sale at the Rialto box office.

For more information, call the theatre at 250338-5502.

— Rialto Theatre

Gray and Taylor Ashton went into IredaleGray’s basement studio, put together recordings of a few of Ashton’s quirky folk tunes, made cases out of recycled file folders, and labeled them Fish & Bird (with homemade rubber stamps) the sound was a local hit in their hometown of Victoria.

In 2009, they released a full length album of more mature material called Left

Brain Blues.

The pair represented the tunes as a twopiece for a long time but when they became five is really when the sound started to come together.

For more about the band, visit www.fishandbird.ca.

Tickets for an April 20 gig at the Waverley Hotel are at Bop City Records, the Waverley or by phoning 250-3368322. — Cumberland Village Works

The Forbidden Jazz Trio returns to Zocalo Café for an evening performance this Friday.

Jake Masri on trumpet, flugelhorn and vocals; Rick Husband on guitar, and Grahame Edwards on bass strive to reach audiences of all ages by performing a wide variety of timeless jazz standards. Representing more than four decades of experience, their blend of voice, brass, and strings will weave their collective magic through two sets of entertaining music.

Making a special appearance with the trio is Husband, who has performed extensively throughout Vancouver Island in big bands, traditional/ mainstream jazz combos and country rock groups. Some of Rick’s well-known collaborations include: Indigo Jazz, (featuring vocalist Dale Grahame, and bassist John Hyde),

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THE GARDENERS GREEN Folk Music Club will host a house concert for the Jocelyn Pettit Band from Vancouver on April 20.

Fiddler, dancer Merville bound With grace and passion, vibrant fiddler, stepdancer, singer, and composer Jocelyn Pettit has ignited stages across Canada, the U.S., Scotland, and Malaysia with her lively Celtic music and dance.

First inspired by the driving energy of Cape Breton fiddling, and further drawn to explore the musical culture of Québec, Scotland, Ireland, Brittany, and Galicia, Jocelyn has embraced her love for Canadian and Celtic traditions and created a spirited style of her own.

The 18-year-old has appeared on national television and radio; received multiple award nominations; shared the stage with Scottish legends the Battlefield Band; performed with Irish supergroup the Chieftains; and will soon perform in France.

She will be joined April 20 at a 7 p.m. house concert in Merville by her excellent band, which includes her mother Siew on piano and fiddle, her father Joel on bodhran and ‘adopted’ Uncle Bob on guitar. This promises to be an upbeat and joyous evening of music, song, and dance.

To learn more about the band and hear some of their music, go to www.jocelynpettit.

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To accommodate the band, complete with keyboard and stepdancing area, we will have to limit seats more than usual, so get in touch soon if you’d like to reserve tickets, by phoning 250-3375337. All proceeds go directly to Jocelyn and her band.

— Gardeners Green Folk Music Club

Opening April 12 at the Muir Gallery, The Human: The Animal is a solo exhibition featuring well-known sculptor-artist David Hunwick.

David’s work focuses on the expressive use of media and techniques and often touches on elements of the human spirit. The media used ranges from temporal materials such as cardboard and tissue paper to cement, resin and bronzes.

His recent work experiments with the concept of fragmentation and the use of mixed media and found objects. Subjects for David’s work take on either human or animal form.

David studied sculpture at Ravensbourne College of Art in London, England.

For the past 30 years he has been exhibiting annually and has work in many private collections in Europe and Canada.

He was a regular exhibitor at the Royal Scottish Academy in Edinburgh, was selected for the New Contempories Exhibition at the Whitworth Gallery in Manchester and also had his sculpture displayed at the renowned Yorkshire Sculpture Park.

In 2001, David moved to Victoria. He taught sculpture at the Victoria College of Art and then set up his own studio The Sculpture Studio in Victoria where he now teaches sculpture, moulding and casting and pro-

duces commission pieces.

In 2010, he was commissioned to work on the Blue Whale Project, which involved moulding and casting elements of the blue whale skeleton now displayed at the Beatty Biodiversity Museum at UBC. David has public sculptures sited at the Sidney Sculpture Trail and also at the sculpture gardens at the Horticultural Centre of the Pacific. He is working on some local commissions in addition to another public sculpture for the Kingsbrae Sculpture garden in New Brunswick.

You are invited to meet David and see his latest works at the

opening of The Human: The Animal at the Muir Gallery at 440 Anderton Ave. in Courtenay (across from the Filberg Centre) this Friday from 7 to 9 p.m.

This exhibit will run until May 4.

The Muir is open Tuesdays to Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For more information on this exhibit, visit the Comox Valley Community Arts Council website at www.comoxvalleyarts. com or David’s website at www.davidhunwick. com.

The Muir Gallery committee is grateful for the sponsorship of this exhibition by Dr. Jerry Simice.

— Muir Gallery

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Hansen the featured potter She’s been ‘obsessed’ with clay since the early 1970s

THE TELEPATHIC DUO of Phil Dwyer and Don Thompson will entertain jazz lovers April 20 on Denman Island.

Jazz pair renowned Denman Island Hall the site of concert later this month Denman Island will be graced with a concert by two incredible musicians April 20.

Phil Dwyer and Don Thompson, two of Canada’s pre-eminent musicians, celebrate 30 years of musical friendship with a new recording and series of performances on the south coast throughout the middle of April.

Originally from Powell River, but a longtime resident of Toronto, Don Thompson is one of the world’s most-respected jazz artists, known for his own awardwinning recordings as well as his work with jazz giants such as Jim Hall, George Shearing, John Handy, Paul Desmond, Boss Brass, Lenny Breau and many others.

He is renowned as a brilliant instrumentalist (piano, bass and vibes) and composer.

Don has won several Juno Awards in addition to innumerable other industry honours.

He is also a highly respected music educator and it was as such that he met saxophonist Dwyer at the Banff Centre in 1982. In 2010 Don was invested as an Officer of the Order Of Canada.

Qualicum Beach resident Dwyer is well known and respected as a pianist, saxophonist, arranger, composer,

entrepreneur and educator.

Many of the highlights of his career have occurred working alongside Thompson in settings ranging from their telepathic duo setting to big bands and orchestra.

Dwyer also received critical recognition and a Juno Award (his seventh) recently for his award winning orchestral recording Changing Seasons.

He also toured in 2012 across the country with his innovative Canadian Songbook project. He is also familiar to Canadian audiences through his frequent appearances on CBC Radio.

The Thompson/ Dwyer duo is notable for its telepathy, melod-

ic clarity, sophisticated harmonic approach and the obvious respect that these two musicians share with each other.

Their new album, Look For The Silver Lining, on Triplet Records, is a joyous exploration of the classic standard repertoire.

From upbeat swingers like The Touch Of Your Lips and How About You? to poignant ballads like I’ll Be Around and What’s New, this new recording is truly a meeting of two supremely gifted and simpatico musical minds.

They play April 20 at 8 p.m. in the Denman Island Hall. Tickets are available at Abraxas on Denman, and Bop City in Courtenay and at the door.

The Potters Place has Kay Hansen as the featured artist for April.

As with all things spring, Kay’s work is delightful and full of life.

Kay is an original member of the Potters Place when it was only a glimmer in a number of Valley potters’ eyes.

Through her dedication and insights, she along with a handful of other Valley potters helped to create what is now a collective of wonderful artists who work in clay.

This is a collective that is now over 20 years old.

The Potters Place has had a home in several places, including Cumberland, and now here in downtown Courtenay at the corner of Fifth and Cliffe.

Kay has been an active member of the gallery from its inception.

Kay has lived on a farm in the Comox Valley since 1968.

“Just one night school class in the early ‘70s started my obsession with clay and I’ve been enjoying it ever since.”

Kay’s first love is functional pottery but

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ANDREW STRINGFELLOW AND Maureen Crowder rendezvous with Adele Bailey and a copy of the Record on the steps of Brunelleschi’s Duomo in Florence, Italy.

WHEN IT COMES TO SPREADING THE NEWS, readers of the Comox Valley Record are number one. They enjoy packing a copy of their favourite hometown newspaper with them as they travel the globe to celebrate special occasions, visit friends and family, enjoy a relaxing vacation or see some of the world’s many historical and geographical landmarks. Take us along on your next trip and send your photo to sports@ comoxvalleyrecord.com. or drop it off at our office.

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Popular painter’s fans include Cambodian royalty Happy-face art gives country a new way of seeing itself

the social and cultural development” of Cambodia.

A modest man, he used to think he was “not a real artist, but just a guy who had a small talent who was able to live, thanks to tourists.” Recent commissions from corporations and art collectors say otherwise.

He believes people enjoy his work because, “It’s simple to understand and carries good vibrations. For me, the world is completely crazy and very far from what it should be.

And this is just simple: beautiful woman, beautiful papa, little boy, little girl, nice vegetation—just cute.”

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PHNOM PENH — It’s no wonder that Québec artist Stéphane Delaprée is making Cambodians — and tourists — smile.

His happy-face paintings have given the country a new way of seeing itself and have even won praise from the country’s former king, Norodom Sihanouk.

Where most contemporary art in this Southeast Asian country once depicted its famous Angkor temples, now a host of Cambodian artists shamelessly copy Delaprée’s hugely popular cartoon style.

The French-born Quebecker was upset when the imitations began appearing 10 years ago.

“But finally this French specialist in image and advertising told me, ‘Stéphane, be proud of it. They copy Louis Vuitton and Chanel, and in Vietnam they copy Picasso and all the masters. There are a lot of other artists in Cambodia now and they don’t copy them.’ ” So Delaprée, who has lived in Phnom Penh since 1994, concluded that his imitators legitimize his simple, colourful style, which he often describes as mignon, or cute, but not quite kitsch.

His large acrylic paintings and smaller silkscreen prints show women carrying fruit on their heads; saffronrobed Buddhist monks walking in single file; whole families on motorcycles, often carrying chickens or pigs; palm trees, water buffalos and elephants.

In Québec, he’d been a cartoonist and edited Bambou, a cartoonists’ magazine.

“In my cartoons I used a realistic style.

It’s funny because 20 years afterward I started to be a painter and I used a cartoon style.”

He favours bright colours, including azure, yellow, orange and cotton-candy pink.

He starts by drawing on the canvas with a felt pen, and the black outlines remain in the finished work.

Everyone he depicts, even the animals, wears a U-shaped smile. Eyes are smaller semi-circles

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He employs 16 people — one of them a chauffeur for his black Lexus — to perform the tasks he doesn’t enjoy.

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25 Chinese soup additive 30 Tart fruit 32 Views anew 33 Wilson of Heart 34 Hack (off) 35 Nov. follower 39 Military hats 40 —Kosh B’Gosh 41 1980s video game systems 42 Bullfighter 43 Press secretary under Bush and Reagan 45 Costello of comedy 46 Gibson of film 47 Jorge’s gold 48 Suffix for an enzyme

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Who’s the finest of B.C. Jr. B hockey’s final four?

Earle Couper Record Staff

The Comox Valley Glacier Kings are hosting the 2013 Cyclone Taylor Cup April 11-14. Who are the contenders and who are the pretenders to the B.C. Junior B hockey throne?

Here’s a quick look at the four teams.

Comox Valley Glacier Kings The VIJHL North Division champs are led in the playoffs by Jack Kennelly (8g, 10a in 14 games) while Andrew White (1g, 14a) is also a threat.

The Yetis are hoping goalie Michael Hails will be healthy for the cup run and looking for RS team scoring leader Tyson Rennie (21g, 27a) and hard-skating Rylan Ball (20g, 25a) to spark the offence.

Castlegar Rebels The Castlegar Rebels beat the North Okanagan Knights in five games to win the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League championship.

The Rebels went 35-9-6-2 in the regular season and outscored their opponents 219-123. Stuart Watson is their leading playoff scorer

(9g, 18a in 20 games) and was tops in the regular season (30g, 47a, 77 points in 51 games; 11 power-play goals and three shorthhanded tallies).

Their goalies split RS duties: Jordan Gluck was 20-4-2 with six shutouts, 2.06 GAA and .928 save percentage while Connor Beauchamp was 14-6-5 with a 2.31 GAA and .918 SP. Gluck has carried the load in the playoffs, going 14-4-0 with a 1.17

GAA and .965 SP. Richmond Sockeyes The Richmond Sockeyes swept the Aldergrove Kodiaks to claim the Pacific Junior Hockey League crown.

They have been frequent Cyclone Taylor Cup participants and won the 2008-09 Keystone Cup as Western Canadian champs.

They finished with a 32-8-0-4 RS record this year while outscoring opponents 197-97. Dean Allison

was fourth in PJHL scoring (25g, 34a) and is first in playoff scoring (13g, 7a in 15 games).

Kootenay Alder has been handling most of the postseason duty between the pipes and is 11-3-0-2 with a 2.16 GAA and .931 SP. William Latimer was fourth in the RS with a 12-5-0-0 record, 2.39 GAA and .924 SP. Victoria Cougars The Capital City Cats owned the best RS Junior B record in B.C. (46-1-2) and dominated at both ends of the ice with a 280-98 GF-GA differential. They swept the

Glacier Kings to add the VIJHL playoff championship to their league title.

Led by Sam Rice (13g, 18a in 14 games) and Dan Feeney (11g, 20a in 14 games) the Cougars are 11-2-0 in post-season play.

Victoria’s goalies are tough to beat. Comox Valley native Michael Herringer is 2-0-0 with an 0.41 GGA and .982 SP while RS league leader Evan Roch is 10-2-0 with a 2.61 GAA and .891 SP. More info on the Cyclone Taylor Cup is on the Glacier Kings website. sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Olsen helps Mariners capture national hoops title The last time an Isfeld Basketball graduate participated for a Canadian college championship was in 2010 when Keenan Milburn (shooting guard 200607) led his SAIT Trojans to a silver medal and was named a first team all-star.

Milburn finished his career as a starting guard for the University of Calgary Dinos and now plays for the ABA’s Calgary Crush.

Tyler Olsen was a member of the Ice program that went to provincials both years and the 2008 Ice that won an Island championship where Olsen was a first all-star. “This year Olsen helped his Vancouver Island University Mariners to the champioship game and took home first team all-star honours, but more importantly he brought home the gold!” noted Isfeld athletic director and basketball coach Colin Cunningham.

Olsen entered his fifth and final year of college basketball as a starting forward for the Mariners.

After finishing second in B.C. to Langara College, VIU booked a wildcard berth to Nationals and entered the tournament ranked sixth, a

IN A CLASSIC championship moment, Tyler Olsen cuts down the netting from the hoop after the Mariners PHOTO BY VIU MARINERS won the national men’s university basketball title. long shot to win. Nationals were hosted March 14-16

by John Abbot College in Montreal.

The Mariners began the tournament with a comfortable 87-75 victory over Red Deer College from Alberta.

Olsen was a force for VIU,

scoring 15 points and hauling down seven rebounds in 25 minutes of playing time.

The second game can only be described as a nail-biter as Sheridan College erased VIU’s 17-point lead, only to fall 80-76 and vault the Mariners into

the final. Olsen was solid again with eight points and 10 rebounds in the critical semifinal.

VIU then met the Holland College Hurricanes, who upset B.C. champion Langara in the other semi. The Ms claimed the gold medal

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in inspiring fashion with a 77-70 victory, claiming the first national championship for a Mariner team in 19 years.

Olsen scored a relentless 17 points in the final game and was aptly honoured as a first team all-star. He

finished the tournament 14th in scoring, fourth in rebounding, sixth in freethrow shooting, fourth in blocked shots and first in offensive rebounding.

This caps an impressive career for Olsen who was also a Week 9 PacWest men’s basketball Player of the Week and a PacWest first team all-star. He summed up the victory: “There’s nothing that can compare to this, this is the greatest feeling ever.”

VIU coach Matt Kuzminski said Olsen rose to the occasion in his final chance at the national title before graduation.

“In his provincial final, the game we played against Langara was probably not his best game. He was disappointed with it, but was able to respond with a great tournament,” Kuzminski says. “He was a first-team all-star and in that final game he controlled the game defensively, and he was able to score as well with 17 points. You can’t go out much better than that for the end of your career.”

“Congratulations, Tyler!”

Cunningham added.

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IT WAS A happy Easter for Comox Valley Recovery Centre residents when they received a donation of turkeys and hams from Superstore. From left: Superstore manager Shawn Rondeau, CVRC administrator Jane Worth and CVRC head chef Nancy Davis.

GAIL NASADYK, PRESIDENT of the Canadian Federation of University Women in the Comox Valley, recently presented a $1,200 cheque to KidStart coordinator Wendy Thurlborn and KidStart mentor Donna Schmidt. The CFUW is now a Gold Sponsor of KidStart. From left: front row Donna Schmidt, Gail Nasadyk, Wendy Thurlborn. Back row Marianne Muir, Laurel Smith-Dow, Amy Yakimyshyn.

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Big talent from small town Special to the Record

the value of labour and constantly ask his coaches what he needed to do to succeed and accomplish

I would talk to my coach and ❝ ask him what I can do to get better and what I can do in the summer to improve my game. They were amazed that whatever they said I would try to perfect.

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his goals. “I would talk to my coach and ask him what I can do to get better and what I can do in the summer to improve my game,” stated Keenan. “They were amazed that whatever they said I would try to perfect.”

Keenan played his final two years at the University of Calgary before joining the Calgary Crush in 2012.

“I put in a lot of hard work to get where I am today,” said Keenan. “I only had one window of opportunity every time I was stepping up.”

Keenan now has the opportunity to play professional basketball in the ABA and has become an integral part in the success of the Crush.

Steady Shooter The greatest asset the Crush bring on a nightly basis is a strong and well-balanced attack.

Keenan’s contribution off the bench has helped lead the Crush to a perfect 14-0 record and victory in the inaugural Canada vs. U.S. playoff series.

With a solid shooting touch and steady fundamentals you can tell he is a coach’s son. His mild manner attitude on and off the court is only a glimpse into the true competitiveness and composure that lives within this small-town kid unwilling to succumb to limitations.

His father Kent has been a big influence on Keenan’s dominance on the basketball court and has been coaching his son since he was old enough to crawl to the hoop.

He was not only Keenan’s coach in elementary and middle school but has been a guiding voice and mentor for Keenan throughout his basketball career. “I might give him a hard time but

ple and create hope for young players chasing a dream.

“I love being around a team and being around younger guys and watching them grow,” said Keenan. He now has a new stage and a new challenge to pursue as he helps DSH EN 0T R 3 FE IL OF PR A

mould and develop a growing basketball community in Calgary.

At the age of 23 Keenan’s basketball journey is far from over. He has dreams of playing professional basketball overseas and would relish the opportunity to prove himself one more time.

“I would love to play overseas,” stated the 6’,1”, 180-pound guard.

“Even if it was just for one year I would love the chance.” For now Keenan will continue to prove his skills on the basketball court in Calgary and guide a Crush team into a new era of basketball.

Keenan’s journey may have found a home in Calgary but the dreams of a small-town kid will live on as he finds his next challenge and begins to write his next chapter.

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Keenan Milburn may be one of the youngest members of the Calgary Crush but his basketball journey is not a story of limitations. It’s a tale of triumph.

The Crush is comprised of the best basketball players the City of Calgary has to offer and may boast the deepest bench in the American Basketball Association. A big part of this 14-man roster is a young man who would never take no for an answer and has transformed his game into a perfect portrait of a small town hero.

Royston, with a population of around 1,200, is where Keenan developed his passion for hoops. If it was battling his older brothers for bragging rights or soaking up knowledge from his father’s Sunday rec league, Keenan quickly developed his affection for the game. With a family hungry to share their love for the game Keenan could feel a passion and warmth for the sport well before he slipped on his first uniform.

Although Keenan did not receive many invitations to pursue basketball after high school he did not give up on his goal of playing professional basketball. His two older brothers Dawson and John never had the opportunity to play university basketball.

Keenan’s passion and ambition to pursue his dreams would be fueled by the fallen dreams of his lifelong teammates. “My brother told me not to miss my opportunity and if you get the chance take it,” said Keenan.

Joins SAIT Keenan would soon get his chance to show his skillfulness and intelligence for the game when he received an offer to attend SAIT. With the support of his entire family Keenan decide to seize his opportunity to prove he can succeed at the next level.

His parents, who never missed a game in high school, were now excited to travel to support their starting guard. Calgary may have been a new city but Keenan could sense his dream was within his grasp. He started every game in his rookie season at SAIT and was named rookie of the year.

Keenan understood

I will always listen to what he has to say and try to use his advice,” said Keenan. “I can’t thank him enough.”

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Overcast skies but little or no wind and pleasant temperatures greeted the 83 Glacier Greens Saturday Men’s golfers on April 6.

The course is in good shape for this time of the year and so were the scores.

Hcp. 0-11: Low gross Steve Peters 69, Barry Norris 70, Chris Westbrook 74 c/b. Low net Karl Cameron 67, Darrell Fieber 68, Jason Gordon 70 c/b. Snips: #2 (eagle) & #11 Steve Peters, #3 Dave Osborn, #9 Jim Livingstone.

Hcp. 2-17: Low gross Lyle Torrie 79, Ferg Webster 81, Steve Ellis 84. Low net Rudge Wilson 66, Glen Meeres 67, Richard Wand 69.

Snips: #2 & #4 Gilles Raiche, #8 Rudge Wilson.

Hcp. 18+: Low gross Wayne Wood 87, Len Doyle 88, Brian Hotsenpiller 89. Low Ron Carter 66, Glenn Horsepool 68, Peter Leskovich 69.

Snips: #2 Len Doyle, #7 (POG) John Holley, #8 & #9 Bill Stephens, #15 Dave Buckley-Jones.

Remember, start times are tee times from 7:20 a.m. till 8:56 then reverse shotgun at 9. Saturday mornings have been well attended.

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The Spartans ended the second period up 2-1 on a goal by Nick Corriea, and though the third period saw Cowichan take a 3-2 lead, the Spartans pulled their goalie and tied the game with a little over a minute left on the clock resulting in a final score of 3-3.

On Saturday afternoon the Spartans faced Powell River. The Spartans tightened up their defensive play and led by the always solid goaltending of Isaac L’Arrivee, and the strong team defence of Andrew Burgess, Will Derksen, Payton Silvester, Owen Watt and John Burgess skated to a 4-0 victory. Scoring for the Spartans were Griffin Jamieson, Nick Correia, Dale Curror and Andrew Burgess.

In the second game of the afternoon the Spartans needed a win against Nanaimo to advance to Sunday’s gold medal final. Liam Penner opened the scoring for the Spartans with a strong drive to the net, firing a rebound past the Nanaimo goalie.

While Nanaimo answered back and took a 2-1 lead into the second period, it was at this point that the strong forecheck and solid defensive game of the Spartans took over.

Led by wingers Cole Philips, Jake Skidnuk, Dylan Munger, and Liam Court, the constant pressure they put on Nanaimo led to a number of turnovers and scoring chances for the Spartans, with snipers Curror, Correia and Jamieson eventually tallying goals, and the strong defence as well as the goaltending of L’Arrivee holding fast for a 4-2 victory.

Sunday afternoon saw the Spartans taking on the team from Campbell River in the gold medal game, and while Campbell River opened up an early lead and controlled the opening minutes, a number of fantastic saves by L’Arrivee kept

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Next up for the Flyers was the 12-team Bantam C tournament with squads visiting from up and down the Island. Most parents were probably thinking that the team should enjoy their recent success, but it was unlikely to continue.

Apparently the players felt differently, because a strong and balanced team from Victoria was the first to meet the suddenly clicking Flyers, and an 11-1 victory for the home team was only a sign of things to come.

Next was a Port Hardy team that fell 6-3 to the boys and girls in orange. Early Sunday morning the Flyers met a determined Nanaimo team that fought hard but became the next victim of the Flyers juggernaut, losing by three goals.

A 3-0 record at this point of the tournament meant a chance

at playing for the championship, but first the Flyers had to go through a Port McNeill team that they had lost to earlier in the year.

Port McNeill had size, speed, and good goaltending on their side, but the air-tight defence of the Flyers led

by Nick Oyakawa, Ben Coats and Katie Shultz limited their chances, and whatever shots did squeak through were quickly smothered by goalie Quinn Fogtmann. Timely goals by Manny Donovan, Brendan Adey, Bryce BergStromquist and Liam Janzen put the Flyers ahead for good. Final score: 6-3 for the Flyers.

The next stop was the tournament final where the Flyers met crosstown rivals, the Courtenay Motorsport Rednecks. This final game of the tournament was also the final game of the season for both local teams. The Flyers had reason to be worried. Although they had defeated the Rednecks in their last meeting, it had been by a razor’s edge, and everyone knew the Rednecks had been the league’s best team, losing only four games all year.

Furthermore, this would be the Flyers third game of the day, while as the top team in the tournament, the Rednecks had a bye into the finals and had played only once.

However, in a classic Cinderella finish, the Flyers reached deep down and found they had a little more to give.

The speedy line of Grayson Scott and James Turner kept the Rednecks on the defensive, and hard-nosed work along the boards

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Three goals from team captain Liam Janzen, two from Manny Donovan, and one from Bryce BergStromquist, along with clutch goaltending from Damon Wilson were enough for a storybook ending for the Flyers. However, the best part was that two local

teams played a fun and clean game with plenty of good friends on both sides of the ice.

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Good Friday fishing trip yields great catch of trout T

he picture with this column is of a catch of trout I was fortunate enough to make on Good Friday. I do not normally fish on major holiday weekends for the simple reason that I try to avoid crowded fishing situations. However on this day an exception was made and I went down to my favourite fishing hole early in the morning and was able to avoid congestion at the boat launch.

The situation was a little like where Jesus said to Peter and the other fishers at the Sea of Galilee, “Cast your nets on the other side and you will catch fish.” I was casting my fly on the other side of the lake and was catching fish. It helped quite a bit that one of my fly patterns was an old, tried and successful one developed by the late Jack Shaw, and my line was suitable for the situation.

The trout in the picture are what we call “one-meal fish” and in this case they exceeded what Elaine and I would eat for a normal meal. In case you wonder what we do with extra fish – they are shared with others of our generation who no longer fish for a variety of reasons – age being one of them.

When fishing in the early stages of the season you should be guided by the types of insects in the waters you fish and their stage of development. After I keep my first fish I gill and gut it to see what it is eating.

The condition of the lake is also important because at the beginning of the season many freshwater lakes go through a stage of what is known as “turning over.” This means that the waters at the lower depths of the lake come to the surface, accompanied by algae blooms and murky waters, thereby creating conditions of low visibility in the water.

The lake where I was fishing was in a growing state of turning over and for the first time in my many decades on the lakes I watched the waters churn as the lake turned over. It was fascinating. Fishing goes off for few days during turnover – the waters in the part of the lake where I fished were still clear.

Suitable fly patterns for this season are large nymphs and

IT WAS A good Friday indeed for the author when he took home this PHOTO BY RALPH SHAW catch of tasty trout.

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When fishing in the early stages of the season you should be guided by the types of insects in the waters you fish and their stage of development. After I keep my first fish I gill and gut it to see what it is eating.

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leeches. On this day I began my fishing with a pale green Dean Hodgson sedge pupae and a Jack Shaw blood leech. There are many other leech and sedge pupae patterns that would have produced fish. Chironomid insect patterns can also be important during this period of the year, but I usually wait until I see them emerging before I use them.

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a boat is able to successfully angle with leech and nymph patterns. Use a simple sinking fly line or a lightly weighted spinning outfit and slowly troll along the edges of the deeper water.

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used a high-end RST fly fishing set-up with a medium slow sinking line on one rod with the leech pattern and on my second rod I used the sedge pattern. Both combinations worked, but I had more action on the leech as the day progressed.

For anglers new to fly fishing or if you have children in the boat, a good technique is to slowly row, occasionally stop rowing and retrieve the leech in a fairly rapid motion with pauses as you

strip the fly towards you. In effect you are letting the boat do the casting as you learn the skill of retrieving a fly in a lifelike movement with the occasional brief pause or complete stop.

All you do is strip the line slowly toward you and let it coil on the bottom of the boat.

When you get it near the boat simply let it sink and row away from it and repeat the process.

Be warned that a one-meal trout can hit your fly hard enough to break it off.

When I was doing this technique a couple of days ago I was broken off twice by two powerful strikes. My mentor Jack Shaw’s

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Meg was born in La Paz, Bolivia, and returned to Canada at the age of seven. Later she travelled widely as well as completing degrees in Psychology and Social Work at the University of Victoria. Health problems prevented her from pursuing her career as she had hoped. During her lifetime, in her quiet, gentle way, she influenced many people through her caring and compassionate spirit.

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Daphne (Margaret Adeline) Hamilton November 30, 1927 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; April 6, 2013 Daphne passed away peacefully on April 6, 2013 in her 85th year. She leaves behind her husband Bill, daughter Pat, son David, several grand and great grandchildren and numerous friends and relatives.

Daphne was born in Golden, B.C. and lived in several other B.C. cities before moving to Vancouver Island after losing her mother at age 13. She graduated high school in Cumberland and then attending Victoria Normal School in preparation for a teaching career. She taught at various schools in the Comox Valley before meeting her husband Bill and moving to Union Bay to raise a family. There she was an active member of the local United Church and enjoyed many happy times singing in the church choir.

There will be no service by request and in lieu of flowers; donations to the Union Bay United Church would be appreciated. Many thanks to the staff at the Comox Valley Seniors Village for the kindness, compassion and care shown to Daphne over the past years.

Gladys leaves behind her siblings Noreen, Rae, Gwyneth, Cathy and Alan, husband Joseph, her sons Jesse (Chelsea) and Luke (Robyn), her grandchildren Alexis (who is with her now in heaven), Kylie, Taeia, Owen, Zoe and countless other family and friends that she has loved and affected.

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Ann Therese Halstead (nee Mais) died peacefully at home on April 3rd 2013 surrounded by her loved ones.

She is survived by her twin daughters Megan and Shani, her husband Jim Hunter, stepchildren Eric, Christina and Katie, grandchildren Alisa, Rachel, Riley and Samuel, her remaining nine siblings John, Peter, Richard, Patrick, Mary, Martin, Joan, Carmen and Jackie and many beloved nieces, nephews and cousins.

Ann was born June 13th 1948 in Kingston, Jamaica, the 6th child of Reginald and Carmen Mais. At the tender age of five, Ann lost her mother and having grown up in a close knit Catholic family, her father instilled a strong bond between all the siblings to always look after one another. Ann spent a few years boarding at her motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s alma mater, Convent of Mercy Alpha Academy under the care of nuns until her father married Cilda and the family was reunited. After graduating from Alpha, Annâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s passion for learning led her to attend Servite College, Brownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Town, Jamaica for her A levels, followed by college in Kansas, then a final year in Madrid to complete her BA in Spanish and Religious Studies.

Ann returned to Jamaica to begin her teaching career at Knox College in Spaldings.

While there, she met and fell in love with Donald Halstead, then followed him back to Canada where they married and lived on Halstead Farm in Merville. After the birth of her daughters, Ann went to Simon Fraser University where she completed an MA in Education.

Until taking early retirement in 2005, Ann taught French Immersion at Comox Elementary and Ecole Robb Road. She was a devoted, gifted and caring teacher, loved and remembered fondly by many of her students.

The sudden death of her husband Donald in 1995 led Ann to move away from Halstead Farm to settle in Comox where she became more intensely involved in community work.

After retiring from teaching she was able to transition from a volunteer position with World Community Development Education Society to a paid position doing marketing and sales.

She also dedicated herself from 2007 onward to supporting her daughter Megan in re-establishing Halstead Farm.

Ann found love again and in the spring of 2008 she married fellow teacher and long time friend Jim Hunter. In this next chapter of her life, she was able to be more committed to her many causes and to lend support to new community projects that meant so much to her. Ann also increasingly threw herself into her passions for tennis, walking, gardening, dancing and reading. Always a vibrant, energetic and loyal friend, Annâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s selfless generosity also extended to the many charities she supported. Her kindness encompassed her family, friends and the community to whom she was always devoted.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the World Community Development Education Society and the Canadian Red Cross will be gratefully received.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Comox United Church on Saturday, April 13th at 1pm followed by a reception.

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHILDREN

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

COMING EVENTS

CHILDCARE AVAILABLE

HELP WANTED

Pre-School Group Child Care

HAIRSTYLIST WANTED full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Courtenay location. Guaranteed $11/ hour, 25% proďŹ t sharing, paid overtime, beneďŹ ts, paid birthday, vacation pay, annual advanced training and advancement opportunities.

Call 1-866472-4339 today for an interview.

~ IN LOVING MEMORY~

~IN LOVING MEMORY~

BRIAN DALE ROSS April 14th 2011

BRIAN DALE ROSS Oct. 19, 1958- April 14, 2011

As time goes by with out you and days turn in to years.

I have so many memories and also many tears.

Sadly missed and always loved, MOTHER

In Loving Memory of James Roland Caouette Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nine years ago since God took James to Heaven.

Miss and love him Mother and Family

DEATHS

In Loving Memory of ADRIEN BREAULT April 23, 1927~ April 12, 2012 Sadly missed by loving wife Joan

DEATHS

Gregor James Birnie Born June 4, 1930, Turriff, Scotland. Died April 8, 2013, Victoria Hospice. Gregor left Scotland at 17. He loved the outdoors and made the Comox Valley his home. Gregor worked at the Pulp Mill in Campbell River for decades. He was twice married and divorced. He had a blended family of seven children. He retired in 1990 and his â&#x20AC;&#x153;golden yearsâ&#x20AC;? began. Gregor was a fun and energetic grandfather. He was proud of his grandchildren and delighted to live long enough to welcome great grandchildren.

He fished, hunted, camped and canned. He had a special talent for garden and landscape design. His admirable work ethic defined him. He will be remembered.

The family acknowledges the excellent care Dad received while in the care of the nurses and volunteers at Hospice.

Nancy Mae Vemette (nee Kelly) In loving memory of Nancy Mae Vemette she passed away peacefully at Campbell River Hospital. Born July 16, 1937, passed away April 1, 2013.

Predeceased by parents George & Mae Kelly, husband Victor Vermette and son Leo Vermette. Survived by her daughters Sharon (Allan), Jennifer (Mike), and Carrie Ann (Gord).

Nine grandchildren, eight great grandchildren. Five brothers George, Jim, John, Ron and David Kelly plus two sisters Joanne Bodungen and Carol Armstrong and all of the nieces and nephews.

Nancy worked hard all her life mostly in home support. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.

She loved life and the people she met. Her loving ways will forever stay in our hearts.

A Celebration of Nancyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Life will be held at 920 Watson Cres. In Campbell River April 21, 2013 at 1 pm to 4pm.

Those wishing to donate in Nancyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory can do so to the Canadian Cancer Society.

Many thanks to the doctors, nurses, life support staff, Cancer Clinic in Victoria and Suttonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Funeral Home.

Muriel Cameron April 1, 1922 â&#x20AC;&#x201C;April 6, 2013 It is with much sadness that we announce our beloved mother Muriel Christine Cameron passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Saturday April 6, 2013.

Mom was born in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia on April 1, 1922 and was predeceased by her husband Frank after 38 years of marriage.

She was also predeceased by her brothers Carl, Thomas, Cecil and her sister Florence; and her parents Sara and Thomas MacLaren.

Mom married Francis Cameron on September 15, 1947 and they lived in Beaver Bank, Nova Scotia until moving to Courtenay in August 1964. Mom worked in retail sales at Eatonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department store and then for over 20 years at Crosbyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jewellery Store (Grahamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jewellers).

Mom is survived by her four children; David Cameron (Moira), Blair Cameron (Nel), Michael Cameron (Brenda) and MaryLea Reid (John). She was very proud of her grandchildren: Morgan, Ainsley (Nathaniel), Allison, Elizabeth, Christopher (Andreanna), Jordan (Jessica), Brianna, Emily and Christine and her beloved great grandchildren Issac, Ava, (their father Justin), Alexa, and Riley.

Mom was a loving and generous mother and grandmother and a beloved friend to many. She loved to go for walks and spend time with her children and grandchildren. She loved to cook and was always ready to help anyone in need. She will be remembered for her strength, her thoughtfulness and her deep compassion.

We wish to thank the staff at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The Views in Comox for the care they provided to Mom and especially her former daughter-in-law Janet Fletcher.

A Funeral Mass is being held at 1pm on April 11, 2013 at Christ The King Catholic Church, 1599 Tunner Drive, Courtenay, B.C. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to The Views, Comox, BC.

A Picture of you I carry in my heart.

I close my eyes to see it when the world goes dark.

A memory of you I carry in my soul, I wrap it close around me when the nights get cold.

If you ask how I am, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d say just ďŹ ne, but the truth is if you read my mind not a day goes by that I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think of you Brian.

Although you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be here with me were truly not apart.

Until the ďŹ nal breath I take youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be living in my heart.

CALL FOR ENTRIES 11TH ANNUAL Kitty Coleman Woodland Art & Bloom Festival.

Fine Art and Quality Crafts Juried Show.

Presented in a spectacular outdoor setting May 17,18, 19 Applications for Artisans are available at woodlandgardens.ca 250-338-6901

Before & After School Care DROP-INâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S WELCOME PRO-D CARE SCHOOL BREAK CARE Comox Centre 215 Church St. Tel: 250-890-9388

Vancouver Island Paleontological Society AGM at Courtenay Museum. April 13th, Saturday 1:00 - 3:00pm

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Your choice for a good startâ&#x20AC;?

INFORMATION

ACCOUNTING/ BOOKKEEPING

DID YOU KNOW? BBB Accredited Businesses must pass a comprehensive screening process. Look for the 2013 BBB Accredited Business Directory E-edition on your Black Press Community Newspaper website at www.blackpress.ca.

You can also go to http://vi.bbb.org/directory/ and click on the 2013 BBB Accredited Business Directory

BOOKKEEPER WANTED. Simply Accounting Operator with minimum 2 years experience in a corporate environment. Must be able to do payroll and government ďŹ lings as required. Construction project/job costing allocation experience an asset. Monthly accounting and year end requirements for 5 companies.

Must be able to work independently in a self-directed environment. Salary dependent on experience. P/T to start, 16 hrs/wk, Tue-Fri. Email resumes no later than April. 19th to: mcqueenconstruction@shaw.ca or mail to: Bookkeeper, 4644 D Madrona Pl., Courtenay, BC, V9N 9E7.

LOVE, BARB

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS IN MEMORIAM GIFTS

B.C.W.F. C.O.R.E Training Courses Beaufort Communications Weekend On-going Sessions Every Saturday & Sunday 10am-2pm.

Downtown Courtenay OfďŹ ce Lots of parking Contact: 250-338-4932 for course details

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE BC Help Tomorrowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Families Todayâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; leave a gift in your will. legacy@rmhbc.ca

DEATHS

HELP WANTED HOME CARE NURSE required by Kwakiutl Band Council in Pt. Hardy, VI. Enquire for job description / apply to Casey.Larochelle@kwakiutl.bc.ca or fax 250-9496066 by April 30, 2013. F/T, salary commensurate with experience. Good beneďŹ ts.

JANITORIAL STAFF Cleaner required, evenings & weekends, 5 days or more.

Must have own transportation.

Criminal check required.

Experience an asset.

Drawer# 4527 c/o Comox Valley Record, 765 McPhee Ave, Courtenay V9N 2Z7

HEALTH DIRECTOR required

by Kwakiutl Band Council in Pt. Hardy, VI. Enquire for job description /apply to Casey.Larochelle@kwakiutl.bc.ca or fax 250-949-6066 by midnight on April 30, 2013. P/t (0.7 FTE), salary commensurate with experience.

SMALL ADS, BIG DEALS! www.bcclassiďŹ ed.com

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

BAMBOO GARDEN

is hiring Chinese cooks 3+ yrs of experience, full-time, $2850/month plus beneďŹ ts.

Please contact Dave at 250 797 0678 FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

CELEBRATIONS

CELEBRATIONS

â&#x20AC;˘ Birthdays â&#x20AC;˘ Weddings â&#x20AC;˘ Special Occasions â&#x20AC;˘

FamilyyAlbum

WEEKEND COURSE ~ A Memorial Tea for ~ HOPE SLATER will be held April 13 1:00pm at the Wachiay Friendship Centre 1625 McPhee Ave, Courtenay Instead of 355 Webb Rd

FIREARMS TRAINING & C.O.R.E. Non Restricted & restricted.

C.O.R.E. Course starts: Fri. April 12 6pm-10pm Sat. April 13 8am-noon

LEGALS

PLACES OF WORSHIP

ECKANKAR Religion of the Light & Sound of God LEWIS CENTRE 2nd Sunday 11am ECK Worship Service â&#x20AC;&#x153;HU â&#x20AC;&#x153;, A LOVE SONG TO GOD 4th Sunday 11am Community HU Song Contact: 250-331-9338 www.eckankar.org COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS CARDS OF THANKS Thank You! A very sincere and heartfelt thank you to all of Dawnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s friends and teammates and our relations and friends, for the many lovely cards and beautiful bouquets.

The thought of animals receiving care, in her memory, through donations to the SPCA, warmed our hearts. Thank you to Safeway for the food trays. The casseroles, cookies and cake, all, were very much appreciated. We wish to thank the doctors and nurses at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital for the care they gave Dawn and for the support our family received from Piercyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s-Mt. Washington Funeral Home. Everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kind words and support during the loss of our loved one, Dawn Marie Bennie, helped us through a very difďŹ cult time. She touched many lives.

To my children, Darryl, Ron and Sandra, a special thank you, and very big hugs. I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have got through it, without you.

Lois Bennie and family

NOTICE TO CREDITORS & OTHERS NOTICE is hereby given that Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Dean Cameron McLeod, deceased, formerly of 7392 Island Highway, Merville, BC V0R 2M0 are hereby required to send full particulars of such claims to the undersigned Co-Executors, c/o Holland Cameron, Barristers & Solicitors, 1779 Comox Avenue, Comox, B.C. V9M 3L9, before the 17th day of May, 2013 after which date the Estate assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims of which it has notice.

Douglas Wayne Seeley Bonnie Noreen Seeley Co-Executors c/o Holland Cameron Solicitors for the Estate 1779 Comox Avenue Comox, B.C. V9M 3L9

C.O.R.E. continues April 15, 16, 17 6pm-10pm Two pieces of ID required.

For info contact:

AL-ANON/ALATEEN - Concerned about someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drinking?

Contact 1-8884ALANON (1-888-425-2666). www.al-anon.alateen.org ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

Call day or night.

250-338-8042 NAR-ANON- If a family member or friend is using drugs, how does it affect you? We can help. Call Jack 334-3485 Nora 871-1939 or Rene 3342392.

:PVS $PNNVOJUZ :PVS $MBTTJmFET

Ph. 25 250-338-5811 50-338-5811 featur es@com moxvalleyrecord com features@comoxvalleyrecord.com Deadlines: Tues. 12 noon and Fri. 12 noon

Happy Birthday John Verrier With all my love, Carmelita

Grantham Hall 250-286-9996 2nd Hand Military Store 250-337-1750 Tyee Marine 250-334-2942 HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS

Hairstylist Wanted at Eden Street Salon and Day Spa. Are you looking for a place where you will be appreciated and you can ďŹ&#x201A;ourish? We are the right place with a mature business and strong leadership looking for you! Must have internal motivation to provide exceptional customer service and a great team player!

Apply in person with resume to: 2701 Eden Street, Campbell River.

HELP WANTED PERSONALS

B27

2 AND 4 strk small engine mechanic. Chainsaws,lawn mowers,outboards. Wage negotiable, beneďŹ ts aval.

Start today!

Resume to crosback@telus.net CLUXEWE RESORT Mgr. required by Kwakiutl Band Council in Port Hardy to manage cabins, campground and restaurant. Enquire for job description or apply to manager@kwakiutl.bc.ca or fax 250949-6066 by midnight on April 12, 2013. F/T. Salary commensurate with experience.

FULL TIME/PART TIME Class 1 or 3 driver with air, required immediately for Port Hardy.

Bulk fuel/off road exp. an asset. Clean abstract.

Competitive wage package w/beneďŹ ts. Send resume by fax to 250-949-6381 or email jdwork@ketacable.net NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Congratulations on your nd

62

Anniversary Louis & Emerence Verrier You are an inspiration for all of us!

Love from your family

Harry Moore â&#x20AC;˘ April 9, 2013 You once said that, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Now that I am 75 I have a good chance of making it to 90.â&#x20AC;?

We are all glad you did!

Happy

th 90 Birthday!

Love from your family, EfďŹ e, Connie, Dan, David, Eva, Ron, Sandra, Dave, Lisa, Al, Shelley, Jim, Leanne, Melanie, Eric, Derek, Matt, Stuart, Jessica, Rae, Brad, Alex, Ethan and Violet

Quality Foods Cake Winner for April 11, 2013

Harry Moore

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CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH

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EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

Air Brake Course April 20 & 21

- Courtenay Job Options BC Courtenay is an employment training program.

Our next start date is coming up in May, and we are looking for individuals who are 18 or older; unemployed, and not eligible for EI. Job Options BC Courtenay offers a full range of services tailored to meet your individual needs, including: Classroom Training, Short Term Certificate Training, Work Experience and Job Placement.

Call us at 250.338.9183 to see if you are eligible!

• Class 1 & 3 • ICBC Licensed

NEWSPAPER

LOCAL LANDSCAPING company is hiring.

Applicants must have Air Brake ticket. For details, or to apply send resume to blackgoldsoil@shaw.ca. No phone calls please.

CARRIERS NEEDED IMMEDIATELY Carriers Needed

1st Class Driving School Courtenay 250-897-9875 • Campbell River 250-204-9875 www.instructordarryl.com

CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH

Substitute Carrier Needed COURTENAY

RTE # 327 Turner Pl., Purrand Pl. & Back Rd. RTE # 350 Glen, Urqhart, 10 th St. E., View Pl. Back Rd. RTE # 493 Crown Isle Dr. & Kensington Cres.

Job Options BC Courtenay | 250.338.9183 | www.MyJobOptionsBC.ca

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

250-338-0725

CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

RTE # 498 Royal Vista Way & Brittania Pl

HELP WANTED

COMOX

Pacific National Processing Ltd. Quality Management Program Administrator

RTE # 515 Robb, Sable, Church, Anderton, Fir & Hemlock

RTE # 620 Robb, E. Centennial, Stewart, Megin, Fairway & Georgia

We are seeking a highly motivated and hard working team member to join Pacific National Processing Ltd. (PNP), located in Tofino, BC. PNP is the processing facility operated and managed by Mainstream Canada, the Canadian division of the international aquaculture company Cermaq. We are a growth oriented company and we strive for the quality of our product, safe working environments and sustainable aquaculture.

We are currently seeking to fill the position of “Quality Management Program (QMP) Administrator”. This position specializes in quality monitoring and assuring compliance with the requirements of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA).

This is a full time position operating approximately 40 hours per week. Alternate work shifts and possible overtime may be required.

The ideal applicant will have experience or training in food safety, HACCP, regulatory compliance, CFIA audits and seafood processing. You must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and have basic computer skills.

We offer competitive wages, a corporate bonus program, company paid benefits package, and a matching retirement fund plan.

If you have the skills we are looking for, and you would like to become part of our team please forward a resume, in person, by fax or e-mail to: Mainstream Canada 61-4th Street, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0 Fax: 250-725-1250 E-Mail: careers@mainstreamcanada.com Please state “QMP Administrator” in subject line DEADLINE TO APPLY: April 12, 2013

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

IN DEMAND NOW! NEW CAREERS! HAIRSTYLISTS/ESTHETICIANS

HAIRDRESSING

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Start your Health Care Career in less than a year!

Study online or on campus Nursing Unit Clerk – 6 months - Work in the heart of the hospital Pharmacy Technician – 8 months - The first CCAPP accredited program in BC Medical Transcriptionist – 9 months - Work online or in hospitals

• Full Time • Part-time • Student Loans Available • Evening Classes available (based on demand) • Foundation Program for apprentices • ACE IT High School Program (hairdressing)

www.delrioacademy.com

250-871-8300 TUESDAY  SATURDAY

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#4 - 2720 Cliffe Avenue • Courtenay • www.delrioacademy.com

Relief Drivers Needed. circulation@comoxvalleyrecord.com

ADULTS & SENIORS WELCOME NO COLLECTIONS GREAT WAY TO EXERCISE AND MAKE MONEY AT THE SAME TIME

Comox Valley Record Hours: MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8:30AM-5:00PM 765 MCPHEE AVENUE COURTENAY

Financial Aid available • PCTIA and CCAPP accredited

Call Today For Free Info Kit

1-877-840-0888 www.ThompsonCC.ca

ESTHETICS

• 5 or 10 month Programs • 10 Weeks or • Prepare for Red Seal Certification 7 month Programs

M A Y 14 START

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

RTE # 645 Nimpkish, Hillside, Crestview, Chinook, Chilcotin, Thunderbird, Rocky Heights & Highland

NOW HIRING

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

We currently have the following openings:

Operations Accountant Scale Specialist Bullbucker Driller/Blaster Master Mechanic Heavy Duty Mechanic Detailed job postings can be viewed at

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

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

HELP WANTED

SERVICE WRITER needed immediately for Shields Industrial Services. Must possess strong communication and computer skills. Have a mechanical back ground, be able to handle high volume and high pressure. F/T with competitive wages+ benefits. Apply in person, by fax or email. shieldsoffice@shaw.ca.

Fax 250-334-4152. Located off Comox logging road.

THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: • Coastal Certified Hand Fallers-camp positions • Coastal Certified Bull Buckers • 980 Operator-Dryland sort • Grader Operator • Line Machine Operator • Heavy Duty Mechanics Fulltime camp with union rates/benefits. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to office@lemare.ca.

HOME CARE/SUPPORT WANTED Full time & Part time Certified Care Givers to support a young male with mental illness. Applicants must have their First Aid, experience working with people with behavioural issues & Non-violent crisis intervention certificate.

Pay: $18.50 email your resume to: dogwoodhouse@live.com

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD OSAKA SUSHI (Courtenay) looking for a F/T Kitchen Helper (6-450 Ryan Rd., Courtenay, BC, V9N 7R6). Wage $11.50/hr, completion of Secondary education. A few months exp. preferred, Korean speaking an asset. Resume via email: eunheeahn@hotmail.com

WORK WANTED ELDERCARE. 26 year old woman available Comox Valley 871-3160. Meal prep. /chores.

MASTER PLUMBER 30 plus years. JACK OF ALL TRADES have Built/Reno both personal homes. Big or small jobs. Call Ken at 250-650-4838.

HELP WANTED

VETERINARY FRONT DESK 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 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

FULL TIME Auto Body & Glass Tech Comox Valley Dodge Body Shop has an immediate opening for an experienced and Certified Body and Glass Technician to join our dedicated team of professionals. We are a fast-paced, full service I.C.B.C. Valet and Express Glass Shop with a great reputation, and the only Body Shop in town attached to a Dealership. We are willing pay top industry wages along with a compelling benefit package to the right person.

Please contact, with a resume and salary expectations: Markko Floyd, Body Shop Manager 4847 Island Hwy. North, Courtenay (on top of Mission Hill) Ph: (250)338-5451 or email: bodyshop@comoxvalleydodge.com

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PERSONAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

ESCORTS

MISC SERVICES

FUEL/FIREWOOD

TOOLS

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Beautiful Dry Firewoodâ&#x20AC;?

Comox Valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest ďŹ rewood producer offers legally obtained ďŹ rewood from private land. Thank- you for supporting your local small business.

Ph. Bill 250-337-8299 cell 250-897-8101

GENERATOR 3100 POWERHOUSE. Quite, w/12 hrs on it. $1400-New, asking $900.

250 -400-2568

ALL PRO Escorts & Strippers, 24-hour service. Visa/MasterCard.

Always hiring. Fast friendly service.250-897-3332. www.allproescorts.com www.allprostrippers.com

*BRAND NEW* Tiffany Blonde,Blue eyes,36DD-28-36 26yrs, Tara Brunette,Brown eyes 34B-26-34 28yrs Courtenay/Campbell River (Senior discounts ) 1-587-877-0130.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

GOLDSMITH Custom Designed & Handcrafted Jewellery.

Full repair service.

Ring sizing while you wait.

Engraving Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fashions SIMPLY TIMELESS. 379 4th Street, Courtenay.

250-871-0606

PAINTING COLINâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PAINTING. Spring Special 3 rooms $299. Ceilings & trim extra. 30 yrs exp.

Refs. Call (250)923-1954.

KUBOTA LAWN Tractor Dumping Trailer with 36â&#x20AC;? X 46â&#x20AC;?

Box. $175.

Please call 250-400-2568

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.

APARTMENT/CONDOS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CARPENTRY 250-650-1333 SKILLED carpenter. Licensed & certiďŹ ed.

Free estimates, Call Doug www.suncrestholdings.ca CERTIFIED CARPENTER. Kitchen, bathrooms, decks, ďŹ&#x201A;ooring. All your renovation needs. Emery, 250-218-0734.

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

GARDENING Affordable Mowing ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ * Mowing * Raking * Pruning * Trimming ....and MORE. Call Mikes Lawns at 250-702-2164 COW MANURE 1 year old for sale, $24/yard, can deliver.

Call (250)338-5503.

CHESTERFIELD, LOVE Seat, Chair and Stool - maple wood frame rose colour cushions. In excellent condition. $250. Call 250-338-6970

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE UNDER $400

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

MOVING SALE: Complete two single bed, two chest drawers plus all accessories - $200.

New Natural Gas BBQ used 3-4 times, New-$350, asking $175. 250-339-4376

ASHFORD TRADITIONAL Spinning Wheel, single pedal, excellent condition, extra bobbins and maintenance kit, $325 obo. Call (250)923-7629.

OLD COW manure. Limited Spring supply. Loading daily.

Call 250-650-3633.

FREE ITEMS FREE: ROTOTILLED horse manure. Call 250-334-3162.

$179,500.

Spacious 1110sq ft, 2 bdrms, 2 bath, top ďŹ&#x201A;oor, ocean view condo. New roof, new balcony, lrg master bdrm & ensuite, lots of storage, insuite W/D, skylight in kitchen, thick carpet except in bathroom/kitchen/laundry, 5 appls.

Adult building, no pets, no rentals. Call 250-203-9673.

FOR SALE BY OWNER RATTAN SUNROOM Set. Five Piece.

Sofa, chair, 2 swivel reclining chairs and foot stool. $1000 Firm.

Please call 250-941-2809.

FERTILIZERS

1052 SPRINGBOK Rd. 1766 sqft. 3bd/3bth. New ďŹ&#x201A;ooring, jet tub, recent upgrades. Desirable area. $282,900. Kijiji or Craiglist or 778-420-0017

GRADUATION/ WEDDING/ Business Suits, Gucci, Prada, Hugo Boss, Calvin Klein.

Approx size 40R. All worn once. Beautiful Quality. Call to View 250-850-2525 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?

FRIENDLY FRANK

*250-336-8731* FULL Cords cut/split & delivered, rounds also available. Discounts on 2 or more cords. Order yours today! #250-703-FIRE(3473) Est. since 2004. Custom cut, split, delivered, clean wood. Well seasoned. All Fir available.

AUTOMOTIVE

509 WEEKS Crescent, Nanaimo. Solid family home with 3bdrms, 2baths, 2nd kitchen in basement. Lrg fenced yard, mature trees, covered sundeck, HW ďŹ&#x201A;oors, carport, new thermal windows. $279,000.

(250)740-1130.

LANDSCAPING BLUESTONE LAND & Aquascape CertiďŹ ed Landscaper.

Gardens Ponds Water Features Complete Lawn Care and Maintenance. Call Shayne 250-338-1823

"59).'Ă&#x2013;/2Ă&#x2013;3%,,).'

NATIONAL BILLIARD Table and Accessories. Like New Condition. $1,000 ďŹ rm.

(250)285-3761.

COMMUNITY FLEA MARKET SATURDAY APRIL 20 10-2 ECOLE au COEUR de Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ILE in COMOX on LINSHART lunch, bake sale, bouncy castle,more BOOK YOUR TABLE NOW sell your collectibles, toys, athletics equipment, games.. kids tables: $5 reg table: $10 CONTACT gwen@gmonnet.com

COMOX: KYE Bay area; 298 Simon Crescent (Street garage sale, watch for balloons).

Moving sale. Saturday, April 13th and Sunday, April 14th, 9-3pm. Everything from furniture to collectableâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Lots of good books, records, washer dryer, couch, chair and misc. furniture. Rain or shine!

COURTENAY. SAT. & SUN, April 13 & 14, WED. April 17, SAT. April 20, 9am-3pm.

Furniture, tools, ďŹ shing gear, kitchen items, formal dining set, misc household. 1660 22nd Street. For info call (250)334-2609 (after April 11) or (250)376-8911 before April 11th.

COMOX. MOVING Sale. Sat., April 13, 8am-1pm. Furniture, household items, sports equipment, etc. 508 Butchers Road.

Cumberland - 2792 Keswick Ave. Lawnmower & Weed eater parts - lots of bags make an offer, will trade for a motor bike. Old radios â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s make an offer. Antique clocks for sale. Call after 12 pm, 250-336-2813

COMOX, 1584 Balmoral Ave., Sat & Sun, Apr 13 & 14, 10am-3pm. Multi-family garage & Plant Sale. Camping equipment, scrubs, etc.

COURTENAY: 1103 View Plc. Saturday, April 13th, 8am-12(noon).

Housewares, luggage, womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clothes, shoes, purses etc. Rain or shine! No early birds please!

COURTENAY. 1674 Sitka Avenue. Sat, April 13, 9am12pm. Rain or shine. Fishing gear, Blue Ox motorcycle electric loading ramp for a truck.

COMOX, 1591 Yew Court, Sat, April. 13, 9am-3pm.

Tools. Fabric, fabric, fabric and much more.

COURTENAY - 365 Evergreen Ave. Sat 8-3, Sun 9-1.

Mega Estate Sale. Furniture, gardening, household, sporting, tools, kitchen and some collectableâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s.

COMOX - 623 Crestview Dr. Sat. & Sun. Apr. 13 & 14, 8:30 - 2pm Good Condition Tool Sale. Carpentry, Garden, Motorbike & Truck tools.

ROYSTON - 3947 Marine Drive. Sat. April 13, 8:30am 1 pm Household items, old records, clothes.

Lots more! Rain or Shine.

GIGANTIC KIDS CLUTTER SALE Sat., April 20th, 9am-12pm at the Courtenay Legion on Cliffe Ave. Cash donations for Yana and food bank donations appreciated at the door. Sale includes childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clothing, toys, books, costumes, outdoor equipment, baby needs & maternity clothes.

ROYSTON: 4409 Island Highway South. (south of KingďŹ sher). Sat., Apr. 13th, 8:00am12pm. LOTS of household and shop equipment.

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

CAMPBELL RIVER Rancher Beautiful 1765sq ft. 3 bd/2 bth rancher 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. $278,900.00. 250-9237010

AUTOMOTIVE

AUTOMOTIVE

TREADMILL WITH incline Power Ryder. $400.00 for both. Murphy Bed 1 year old $1800 Computer cabinet $300. Call 250-334-4883

PARTS PA ARTSS & SSERVICE CONSULTANT Experience an asset, willing to train the right applicant.

Apply in person with resume.

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

GARAGE SALES

COMOX - 71-1901 Ryan Road. Fri & Sat 8:00am 1:00pm. Tools, ceramics and much more.

COURTENAY MAZDA is looking for a

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COMOX: 1586 Elm Ave., Sunday, April 14th, 9am-3pm. Propane stove, sectional couch, matching coffee and end tables, char broiler grill, kitchenwareâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, towels, clothing, kids toys and more. Rain or shine!

FRIDGE, HOTPOINT. 10 yrs old, good cond, sxs water/ice maker, white, 68â&#x20AC;? high. $95.

Call (250)338-9500 after 5pm.

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FREEHAVEN RANCH Affordable horse boarding avail at the picturesque 53 Acre ranch that is dedicated to the love of horses & natural horsemanship. Located 10 min from Courtenay in beautiful Merville with over 25 acres of pasture & hay ďŹ elds. Beautiful trail through meadows & forests. Indoor/outdoors stalls for full board or self board, riding ring w/ new footing, covered round pen, tack room. Call Richard 250-465-9190 or visit www.freehavenranch.com

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HOUSES FOR SALE

HOMES WANTED

APARTMENT/CONDO

HOMES FOR RENT

WE BUY HOUSES

1 MONTH FREE. Large 2 Bdrm. Free heat.

Elevator.

Great location! $725/mo. Call 250-334-4646.

COMOX 2 bdrm suite. Quiet, near bus route. F/S, fireplace.

NS/NP. $800/mo. includes utils. Call (250)339-2286.

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

DOWNTOWN COURTENAY, ($145,000), 2 bdrm, 1 bath, modular home on .11 acre.

Partly fenced yard, new carpets, forced air heat, 4 appls.

Walk to amens and bus. Must See! Call 250-334-3960.

GREAT LOCATION in Comox only $280,000. Attractive 3 bdrm, 2 bath home at 645 Torrence Rd, on large 7,405 Sq Ft Lot with private fenced back yard. Single car garage, RV or Boat parking. Wired workshop or office separate entrance.

Close to schools and 19 Wing.

Incl 6 appliances in VG condition. NO Agents. Call to view 250-339-1117.

APARTMENT/CONDO

PORT MCNEILL: Small 2 bdrm, 1 bath home on easy care lot, partial ocean view.

New flooring and roof. Possible rent to own for qualified buyer. $135,000. Call 250902-9582 or 250-956-2388.

MUST SEE: 3 Bdrm, 1 1/2 Bath, sep. office with private entry nestled in Qualicum Woods. Just 5 mins to Village, beach, forest & 2 golf courses.

Low maint. gardens, fenced backyard, offers privacy & peaceful surrounding. Lots of updates & reno’s, infra-red sauna in garage. $349,000.00 If interested call:250-594-5654

COURTENAY - 1st & Mitchell nice area. 1900 sqft, 2.5 bth, 8100sqft f/yard, lg deck, garage. OPEN HOUSE Sat Apr 13th 10-2 $285,000. 334-8876

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SEMI WATERFRONT stunning panoramic ocean islands & coast mountain views. 1525 Sq. Ft. 1.5 baths with 6’ Jacuzzi tub. Upgraded insulation, roof, drywall, thermal windows, plumbing electrical. Beautifully landscaped with fruit trees, herb & vegetable beds, greenhouse, garden shed, large blacktop driveway. 6 appl’s incld’d.

Furnishings nego. $299,900. 5567 Island Hwy S, Union Bay. 250-335-1750.

APARTMENT/CONDO

HOUSES FOR SALE

OPEN HOUSE, CONDO, Sun. Apr 14, 1-3 PM. #203-1902 Comox Ave. Capistrano.

Beautiful 2 bed/1 bath, oceanview. Please drop by to view.

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.

Also Two Bedroom. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.

COMPLETELY RENOVATED & landscaped 1350sq ft rancher within walking distance to Beaver Lodge trails. 3 bdrm/2 bth(incl. full ensuite). Single car garage. Lg fully fenced & private bk yrd. incl. mature trees, plants & pond. A few of the interior updates incl. new kitchen, bthrms, flooring (heated tile throughout kitchen, dining room, & large laundry rm.

Hand scraped laminate through rest of house. New appliances, light fixtures, paint, etc. Asking $255,000.00. Call 250-204-3842 or email fernandesma@live.com

WE’RE ON THE WEB

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 PORT HARDY SPECTACULAR WATERFRONT 8535 Shipley. Offers are now being accepted to purchase this premier .6 acre downtown oceanfront property. One blk. from Govt. Dock. As improvements are not yet complete the price may vary as will offers. Interested? Please contact us at the property or phone Gerd 520-955-7461 or Dan 250949-1055. All offers considered.

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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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TOWNHOUSES

COMOX: ONE level bright, modern & spacious, 2 bdrms, 8 years old, 2 full baths, dbl. garage, patio, gas f/p, close to beach/downtown. $269,000.

250-339-7263, 250-218-5263.

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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. Also One Bedroom. Call John @ 250-703-2264 or David @ 250-338-0267.

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 or David @ 250338-0267.

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.

EDGEWATER 355 Anderton Ave. TWO BEDROOM top floor — river view. Fully renovated and very attractive suite. Excellent location just two blocks from downtown. Quiet, adult building.

Well maintained. Security entry. Reasonable rent. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

BERKSHIRE MANOR 825 Harmston Ave. ONE BEDROOM very bright and spacious. Attractive layout — recently renovated. Security entry. Full sized appliances. In suite storage. Quiet adult building just three blocks from downtown. Call David @ 250-3380267.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

APARTMENT/CONDO WASHINGTON APARTMENTS

$550-$575-$700/month

QUALITY 55+ patio home at Village Green, Courtenay.

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 floors main areas.

Immaculate. Immed. possession. $220,000. 250-338-8260

APARTMENT/CONDO

APARTMENT/CONDO

The Washington Apartments have been extensively upgraded and the management has, for the past two years, taken positive steps to transform the apartments into safe secure and comfortable living accommodations with very reasonable rates that include heat and hot water.

Call before 4pm to view Washington Apartments!

Call Rob

(250)-338-0330

www.advancedpm.ca 250-338-2472

CONDOS / SUITES / APARTMENTS ARBOUR GLEN

2 bdrm ground level suite;4 appl. & ideally located in walking distance to schools, shopping & amenities; perfect for quiet individual or couple! N/S & N/P; $750/mo; avail.Apr. 1

KENDAL AVE. SUITE

Beautiful suite in new Cumberland subdivision features 1 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appl., beautiful kitchen cabinetry ; like new; ideal for single person or couple; $650/mo;N/S; N/P; avail. Apr. 1

DRIFTWOOD CONDOS

No car? No prob! 1 & 2 bdrm condos ideally located within walking distance to amenities & Airpark, & on bus route for longer distances. 2 appl w/on-site laundry. Storage available.

Pet may be considered w/deposit. N/S. Rent from $600/month.

Immediate & Apr 1 possession

CHERRYWOOD MANOR

Spacious, beautifully renovated, 1 & 2 bdrm, 1 bath apts located in secured entrance building, near schools & on bus routes.

Master bdrms incl. walk-in closets. Incl. large deck & windows.

2 appl w/on-site laundry. N/P. N/S. Immed. possession. Rents from $625/month. FREE heat & hot water!!

CUMBERLAND RD. SUITE

Newly updated 2 bdrm, 1 bath suite located near downtown core is in excellent proximity to parks, schools & shopping, & located on bus route. Suite incl. 4 appl & exclusive use of main driveway & carport. $750/month, plus utilities. N/S. Small pet MAY BE considered w/deposit.

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

Apartments•Condos•Suites 2325 B VALLEYVIEW DR. 1 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P, 6 appls, $700/mth Inc utilities Avail. Immd.

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca COMOX RANCHER 3 bdrm & den, 1 bath, F & S, carport, partially fenced, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed.$1,100/mth FAMILY HOME! North East Ctny 5 bdrm, 3 1/2 bath, 7 appls, gas F/P, double garage, fenced yrd, N/S, pet neg. w/ref., landscaping incl.

Avail. Immed. - $1,800/mth RURAL ACREAGE 2 bdrm, 1 bath home, 4 appls, woodstove, N/S, pet neg. w/ref.

Avail. May 1 - $975/mth VALLEY VIEW 3 bdrm, 2 bath rancher, 6 appls, double garage, fenced yrd, N/S, No pets. Avail June 1 $1,600/mth UNION BAY COTTAGE Bachelor style, 1 bath, fridge & hot plate, hydro incl., N/S, No pets.

Avail May 1 $450/mth COURTENAY: 2 bdrm mobile home on Braidwood Road.

Clean, NP/NS. Refs req. $700.

Call (250)339-7566.

1027 RYAN ROAD COURTENAY, B.C Apartments For Rent

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.

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

1200 sqft, newly reno’d office space. $1200+HST per month.

Contact James at 250-3392261.

SHOP/WAREHOUSE space.

Cousins Rd. 1200 sqft.

3 phase power. High ceilings.

Office Area.

I-2 Zoning.

Available Now! 250-703-1644, 250-338-7476 evs.

TRENDY TIN Town location, 1500 sq ft suitable for warehouse/retail, offices, art or dance studio. High ceiling & bay door. Back yard space avail.

Call 250-897-0950 (days) 250-703-0400 (eve)

576 England Avenue Courtenay, B.C. 250-338-6900 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 floors good area of Comox. $1200

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

Houses & Suites 3347 Royston Rd 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, 5 appls., $975/mth Avail. Apr 1

COURTENAY

1471 Krebs Cres.

3 bed, 1 bath, N/S, 5 appls., $1200/mth Avail. May 1

3 BDRM,rancher duplex on Urquhart. Large open concept with F/S, W/D and laminate floors. N/S, N/P. $950/mth

7749 Tozer Rd 4 bed, 2 bath, N/S, 5 appls, $1300/mth Avail. May 1st

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

2997 Cooper Pl. 3 bed, 2 bath, N/S, N/P 5 Appls. $1350/mth AVAIL IMM

COURTNEY- 2 bdrm duplex, very nice, inclds W/D, F/S, yard. N/S, pet considered. $800. Call (250)339-4037.

2319 Waveland Rd. 4 bed, 3 bath, N/S, 5 Appls., $1500/mth AVAIL MAY 1

HOMES FOR RENT

SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING ABBEYFIELD HOUSE offers affordable, supportive seniors accommodation in a home-like setting. All meals provided.

Call 250-338-7136 for tour.

204-1810 LAKE TRAIL 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, 2 Appls., $675/mth AVAIL. MAY 1ST

3BDRM 2BATH main floor of level entry home, quiet area, quiet mature tenant only. N/S N/P, low maint yrd, near all amenities, avail May 1st. $1100/mth Ref. 250-334-8678 2BDRM HOUSE close to dwntwn courtenay $875/mth.

Unfurn./furnished Avail May 2.

Call FMI (250)338-3998 EAST COURTNEY- 4 bdrms+ den, 3 level duplex, 5 appls, N/P. $1325. 250-335-0350.

APARTMENT/CONDO

APARTMENT/CONDO

206-1130 Willemar 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P, 2 appls. $675/mth Avail. Mar 15 210-205 1st LAKE TRAIL 2 bed, 2 bath, N/S, N/P, 5 Appls., $750/mth AVAIL. MAY 1

TOWNHOUSES

ULVERSTON MANOR Renovated, bright, 1 & 2 bdrm apts in secured entrance building is ideally located near Cumberland Hospital & charming downtown Cumberland core. Incl. 2 appl, pantry/ storage, patio, & on site coin-op laundry. N/P. N/S. For immediate possession. Rents from $600/month.

TOWNHOUSES / DUPLEXES 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 $750/month. Immed possession.

HOMES FOR RENT

KENDAL AVE, CUMBERLAND

In the quaint Village of Cumberland, Coal Hill Estates, enjoy 9 ft ceilings, open concept living space, natural gas f/p, beautiful finishing throughout, & front & rear decks. Home features 3 bdrms, 2 baths, 3 appl kitchen w/pantry, washer/dryer, & laminate & carpet flooring mix. $1300/month. Avail Apr 1

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals

ocean pacific realty Property Management East Courtenay Apartments 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F&S, N/S, pets neg., $700/mo, Available immediately.

Call Randy Devine 250-334-9900

www.pennylane.bc.ca ASPEN COURT 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 apples, balcony, rest. pkg., N/S, No pets. Avail May 1 - $825/mth KYOTO FRIENDLY BUILDING – DOWNTOWN COURTENAY 2 bdrm, 1 bath apt.

All appliances + washer & dryer. Heated floor, low utility bills. Avail. May 1 $1,000/mth COMOX DUPLEX 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls, carport, landscaping incl., close to downtown, N/S, No pets. Avail.

May 1 - $775/mth

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

WANTED TO RENT WANT TO rent - Mobile pad, on private acreage. Looking to purchase mobile.Will help with maintenance. (250)428-5624.

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca TRUMPETERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LANDING modern newer condos bordering the airpark. Avail. units include 1 bdrm & den, 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 & Avail. Immed. rents from $900/mth.

SUNRIDGE TOWNHOUSES 2 bdrm, & den, 2 bath, 5 appls, elect. F/P, carport, balcony, N/S, No pets. Avail.

Immed - $1,000/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR 1 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, storage, res. pkg, N/S, No pets. $150 move-in incentrive. Avail. Immed. $650/mth FURNISHED OR UNFURNISHED condo at Trumpeterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Landing, 1 bdrm & den, 1 bath, 5 appls, balcony, underground pkg, storage, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. $1100/mth furnished, $900/mth unfurnished CLOSE TO SUPERSTORE 3 bdrm, 2 bath duplex, 5appls, newly renovated, fenced yrd, N/S, No pets.

Avail. Immed. - $899/mth DRESSAGE COURT 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, gas F/P, patio, N/S, cat ok. Avail.

Immed. - $875/mth ARGO COURT 1 & 2 bdrm, 1 bath apt., F & S, coin laundry, basic cable & hot water incl, N/S, cat neg. w/ref.

Avail. Immed. - $650/mth.

Call Res Mgr. 334-8602 CLOSE TO COLLEGE two level townhouse, 2 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appls, carport, N/S, small pet ok. Avail.

Immed. - $850/mth TRUMPETER RIDGE 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appls, gas F/P, garage, N/S, No pets.

Avail.

Immed $900/mth MAPLEWOOD MANOR 1 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, updated unit, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed $650/mth ROSEWOOD TOWNHOUSES 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, basic cable incl., N/S, no pets. Avail.

Immed. - $725/mth. Call Res. Mgr. 334-8602 LORELEI APTS Bachelor suite, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, N/S, No pets. Avail.

May 1 - $500/mth FIVE OAKS VILLA 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, newly renovated, N/S, No pets. Avail.

Immed - $800/mth RYAN COURT 1 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls, patio, reserved pkg, N/S, cat ok.

Avail. Immed. - $625/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR 1 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, patio, storage, res. pkg, N/S, Cat ok. Avail.

Immed. - $650/mth BARCLAY SQUARE 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls, balcony, res. pkg, N/S, No pets.

Avail. May 1 - $750/mth CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN newer townhouse, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 6 appls, elect. F/P, res. pkg., N/S, No pets. Avail.

May 1 - $900/mth PASSAGE COURT 3 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse, 5 appls, balcony, N/S, No pets.

Avail. Immed. - $850/mth SOUTHVIEW MANOR 1 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, hot water incl., balcony, N/S, No pets. Avail.

May 1 - $575/mth BARCLAY SQUARE 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls, patio, res. pkg, N/S, No pets.

Avail. May 1 - $725/mth PUNTLEDGE TERRACE 2 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse, 5 appls, woodstove, newly renovated, N/S, No pets.

Avail. May 1 - $925/mth BRITTANIA PLACE in Crown Isle, 2 bdrm & den patio home, 2 bath, 7 appls, gas F/P, double garage, lovely deck overlooking golf course, N/S, No pets. Avail.

May 1 - $1,200/mth

TRANSPORTATION

1997 31ft Embassy Motor Home Ford 460. Good condition no smoking, no pets, under 80,000 km. $17,000.

250-338-6837

AUTO FINANCING

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1969, 32 ft Monk Cruiser.

Engine rebuilt and new canvass in 2010. Valued in 2011 survey at $33400. Priced to sell at $16,900. (250)898-4886

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1-800-961-7022

www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557

2000 FORD MUSTANG GT. Special Edition. 11,000km.

Fully loaded.

Immaculate.

Never driven in rain. $17,000.

250-923-3431 or 250-2021340

2002 MERCEDES Benz C230.

Very low kms. New tires, silver/black interior. Excellent condition. Parked in winter.

Manual, 6 speed. Leather seats. $7900. 250-287-2645

2006 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Adventure Motor Home. Excellent condition, extras, 80,000k. $30,000 Please call 250-338-8206

2007 23â&#x20AC;&#x2122; WILDWOOD LE travel trailer. Northwest package, like new, sleeps 6, lots of storage. $15,000. obo.

Call (250)339-9825, (250)702-6883

2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded.

White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 ďŹ rm. 250-755-5191.

VEHICLES WANTED 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab 4X4 Black Clear Title 42,420 KM $16,700 milcorinne69@gmail.com (905) 664-2300

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No pets allowed.

Call Sharon 250-338-7449

Call 250-334-9717

WILLOW ARMS APARTMENTS 1252-9th St., Courtenay

RYAN COURT

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.

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Cat okay with pet deposit. Lease required.

Rent $625/month.

Call 250-338-7449

For viewing please call Donna 250-334-9667

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2002 HARLEY Davidson Road Glide, 95ci, loaded, many extras, set up for touring custom paint, must be seen, $11,900 OBO. 250-871-3126.

2003 GOLDKEY HARLEY DAVIDSON FATBOY. Black and silver. 14,000km. $85,000 in receipts. $25,000. 250-9233431 or 250-202-1340

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1974 GMC Vindow Van Rally STX 350 Eng. One owner stored inside garage, used for long haul family trips. Body & Engine in fair shape, newer Bridgestone tires. 104,000 miles $1600. 250-338-9954

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To View, Call 250-338-7533

CYPRESS ARMS 1255 9th Street, Courtenay 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 2003 WIND STAR VAN. Automatic remote starter, Bruno lift.

Comes with or without scooter.

147,400 km. Fully inspected. $6500. (250)338-1961.

MARINE 1996-22â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Kodiak 5th Wheel.

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Small pets welcome.

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COMOX VALLEY WORSHIP DIRECTORY Church of Our Lord Holy Communion 10:00 am each Sunday at Berwick, 1700 Comox Ave. Comox, BC All Welcome Tel: 250-941-0332 www.coolcomox.ca Anglican Church in North America

BAHÁ’Í FAITH Devotional gathering – with the theme “Progress of the Soul,” April 14 at 7:15 p.m. All are welcome.

We Meet every 1st and 3rd Sunday at 4 pm www.cvuf.ca 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

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

250.334.9777 livinghope@shaw.ca www.livinghopeonline.ca

Comox Valley Meeting in the Stan Hagen Theatre

COMOX UNITED

of the North Island College at 10 am Sunday Morning

An Affirming Ministry

Comox Avenue at 250 Beach Dr.

www.centralchurchefc.com Pastor Dave Koleba Associate Pastor Jake Hron

Rev. Maggie Enwright Hearing Assistance

Full Wheelchair Access

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Val 250-338-7727 (office)

St. George’s 6th & Fitzgerald Ave.

Comox Community Baptist Church

Courtenay

Canadian Baptists of Western Canada

“The church with a heart in the heart of the city” CELEBRATING 100 YEARS SUNDAY SERVICE 10:30 am SUNDAY SCHOOL Nursery-Grade 7 Minister: Peggy Jensen

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Pastors Darryl & Kim Burry

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Bay Community Church

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“The mind and spirit of man advance when he is tried by suffering.”

‘Abdu’l-Bahá www.bahaisofcomox.org 250.702.3041gh250.702.0574 www.courtenaybahai.org

Comox Valley Unitarian Fellowship

THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

SUNDAY SERVICE 10:30 A.M.

1105 Pritchard Rd., Comox www.baychurch.net 250-339-7527

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COMOX VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN 725 Aspen Rd., Comox

2182 Comox Avenue, Comox

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“A place for you: John 14:2

Guest Speaker: Rev. Janine Dekker

10 am Sunday Worship

Pastor Rev. Clark Gietz

Everyone Welcome.

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