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Cowichan River gets a reprieve Concern remains: Province grants permission to hold water in the lake longer, but denies request to store higher volume Peter W. Rusland
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W Mykle Amon and Madison Gray admire a metal dragonfly created by Justin Von Nes on display at the opening of the annual Cowichan Secondary Art Show on Thursday, May 23.
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Wet grad party nipped before partiers can get off the bus Chemainus River Park: Remote location, lack of cell service draws RCMP attention to visiting Victoria teens
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youth have a ‘wet’ grad party, it is not appropriate to encourage this event in a public place.” Stuart confirmed a DJ was brought in, liquor was supplied to the students and they were planning to camp the entire weekend. “There are indications it was supported and endorsed by parents,” he said. “There are many issues with this scenario.” Issues included camping in a day-use only site, supplying liquor to minors, drinking in a public place, and insurance liability, Stuart listed. Duncan said lack of cellphone service and the park’s location — about three miles of gravel road off Hillcrest Road — were concerns he shared with RCMP. “The notion that parents are willingly facilitating a rave in the middle of the bush, where no cell service exists, should be embarrassing,” wrote North Cowichan/Duncan Sgt. Jack McNeill in an email to Duncan. “The idea of an unsupervised rave with youth, drugs, alcohol and no means to call for help is a disaster waiting to
happen, and we all know who is left to pick up the pieces.” Duncan’s hoping to get the word out to folks they’re keeping a watchful eye on the provincial park. “It’s the thorn in the side of the CVRD parks department because it’s out in the middle of nowhere and it’s very easily vandalized,” Duncan said, noting after connecting with the North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP detachment this spring, they’ve added much-needed patrols at this site. “Thirty years ago, it was one of the most beautiful places on Earth,” Duncan said. “It was pristine and people went the odd time and used the park but left it the way it was when they came.” Now they’re seeing ATV users chewing it up, campers littering and cutting down trees and even flat deck trucks pulling iron gates out, on top of several bush parties similar to the one the grads had in the works. RCMP investigation is ongoing and no charges have yet to be determined.
ater for fish and the Crofton mill received a provincial reprieve this year with Friday’s nod to delay releasing stored Cowichan River flows until later in July. But local officials remain worried about long-term storage answers to droughts from rising climate change. “With continued low fall flows, something further has to be looked at,” said Gerald Thom of the Cowichan Lake and River Stewardship Society. That solution surrounds a local coalition, seeking a provincial licence to boost river storage — behind Cowichan Lake’s weir — beyond Catalyst Paper’s two existing water licences, provincial staff explained. Seeking more spring river-water storage is basically a provincial and federal responsibility, indicated Rob Hutchins, Cowichan Valley Regional District chairman. He was non-committal about the CVRD seeking that higher-volume permit. “It’s not CVRD reluctance; taking on someone else’s responsibility is a big step,” Hutchins said, expecting debate on the issue during a Cowichan Watershed Board huddle Thursday. Hutchins, and mill manager Rob Belanger, signalled the later water release is a positive step toward protecting fish and habitat. “But with climate change affecting future river flows, we need to look at that storage question,” said Hutchins, “In my opinion,” added Thom, “that (storage-licence) process could take five to 10 years.” But that decade could see more fish die due to drought — as happened last summer — and the mill possibly shutting without adequate water, hinted Thom. more on page 4
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The sensitive local saga of a proposed, upgraded, gravel road through Maple Bay Peninsula restarts today in municipal chambers. “Stoney Hill’s coming up on the agenda,” North Cowichan Mayor Jon Lefebure said of the thorny story about access through municipal forest land to homes in the Stoney Hill-Octopus Point area.
Debate between council and citizens was parked several months ago to allow more input from staff, lawyers, Aboriginal elders and others about safety, ecological and archaeological issues. “We’re expecting a review of alternatives for council to consider. I know staff will have looked more closely at some of the costs of building
the road on the proposed petition route. “Their report will also look at the width of the road, so there could be quite a few items up for discussion, and alternatives to discuss,” Lefebure said, noting still more information could be ordered. The meeting is scheduled for 3 p.m.
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Midnight scratching disturbs camping trip Near Lake Cowichan: Father and son recount heart-pounding encounter with a large predator
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A camping trip in the wilderness along Harris Creek raised the adrenalin of Richard, right, and Jason Creech this weekend thanks to midnight scratching on their car roof and suspected cougar tracks discovered the next morning. “I was afraid it was a bear. I didn’t want to pop my head out and have it see me.” Good idea, Conservation officer Scott Norris explained. “A bear would scratch at a car, but evidence would be far worse — they can bend metal backward to get at food inside.” Jason just wanted the creature gone. “I was just trying to get it away from our campsite.” It worked: Richard arrived, armed with a hatchet. The rattled pair decided to strike camp, and head home at around 3 a.m., carrying souvenirs of their trip. “Paw-pad prints were visible on two locations on the upper-side panels,” their report states. After viewing pictures of the track, Norris is skeptical it was a cougar. He said it was more likely a wolf or a dog. He called chances “remote” that a cougar would
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He cited engineers Kerr Wood Leidal’s 2012 study showing the weir’s summer inflows, back to 1955, have dipped by 35% due to climate change. KWL says a delayed drawdown — as approved by Victoria Friday — and additional lake storage would reduce the risk of low river flows from 61% to 35% in any given year. Thom had mixed feelings about Friday’s ruling. “It’s a 30% improvement which is great; we’ll only run out of water one year out of three.” The CVRD and conservationists want to prevent that scene.
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The previous water-management regime, called a rule curve, ordered lowering of the lake level from full storage, starting no later than July 9 each year. The new rule curve allows delaying that annual release until July 31 “when natural conditions permit,” the ministry states. “The delayed start of the drawdown will give (Catalyst, the existing licence holder) more flexibility on water releases. “Catalyst Paper will be able to respond more effectively to conditions that may vary from year to year, and still meet the minimum outflow specified in its two water licences in most years. “It will also help improve in-stream flow conditions during the fall migration and spawning of chinook salmon.” However, the order does not raise the maximum amount of storage on the lake, nor increase the height of the weir storage structure. It followed community consultation — including a public meeting March 9 in Lake Cowichan — between Victoria, the Cowichan Valley Regional District, and Catalyst Paper.
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A member of the Chemainus Volunteer Fire Department responds to a small dryer fire Friday at about 1:30 p.m. at the Chemainus Town Laundry. Chemainus and Crofton Volunteer Fire Departments were on scene as well as the B.C. Ambulance service. The owner who had no idea how the fire started, said she had cleaned the lint traps the night before. No further information was available at press time.
olks in Cowichan Bay are still being warned to keep an eye out for the two marauding dogs who reportedly killed five goats, two cats and eight chickens May 13. Cowichan Valley Regional District’s Brian Duncan confirmed live traps have been set on trails the dogs, described as Rottweiler-mixes, have been using frequently as well as on home-owners’ properties with their consent. Although bait has been snapped up several times, the dogs have yet to be captured. “But patience will pay off,” Duncan wrote in an email to the News Leader Pictorial. “There have been several sightings and the CVRD and SPCA are hot on the trail ready to relocate the traps at
a moment’s notice,” he said. “The traps being used are the same as those used by the BC Conservation Officers Service for trapping wolves and cougars. “They are a live trap. Should you see one set up, please do not touch it,” Duncan warned. “We are placing these traps on private properties with the owner’s consent. They are monitored regularly.” Esther Roberts and her family have been doing their best to get the word out to folks living in the Cowichan Bay area about recent brutal dog attacks. Duncan has suggested anyone who spots the dogs not try and rope them, but to call the SPCA or his bylaw department with an exact location and the time of day of the sighting. Sightings can be reported to: Cowichan Valley Regional District bylaw enforcement at 250-746-2620 or the Cowichan SPCA at 250-746-4646.
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Madison Audeau of SUN FM makes the announcement live on the air Monday about the Cowichan Valley Capitals’ radio agreement with the radio station. David van Deventer of the Caps and SUN FM’s Troy Scott are also on hand for the announcement. Don Bodger
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tep one for ensuring the future health of the Cowichan River has been accomplished. But a provincial decision to allow the community to delay the release of water from Cowichan Lake doesn’t mean our conservation job is anywhere near finished. At least three more important bridges have to be crossed before we can start to feel confident about the well-being of one of Cowichan’s most precious resources. The first is getting a local agency to apply to the province for a license that Local control will allow the same flexibility being granted this year to be repeated going and raised forward. The second is springboarding off weir should that into the creation of an empowcome next ered local watershed board, tasked with overseeing the river’s flows to the benefit of man and nature alike. And finally, the campaign must continue to get the weir raised another foot to store more water during the summer season. In order to make the final point reality, officials have to increase public education to stamp out the persistent myth that a raised weir will flood lakefront properties. We’re not sure why local officials have been so hesitant to pursue steps one and three. It is possible local governments may be wary of long-term ramifications tied to becoming a licence-holder, or perhaps conflict with the existing Catalyst licence. It is certain directors have, in the past, been cowed by the anger of lakefront property owners and the political clout they carry. Those fears need to be set aside, and determined steps taken to protect the ecology of the river and lake, and the water supply of this valley we all call home.
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North Cowichan’s plan to implement a package of tax incentives aimed at sparking economic development while reducing sprawl and greenhouse gas is not only welcome. It is overdue. Cowichan has certainly fallen prey to its share of urban sprawl. Concentrating on densification should funnel development in ways that should lead to a better community.
The Duncan side of Somenos Marsh is targeted for densification through the University Village project.
Maybe it’s time to put the helicopter in the garage Maeve Maguire
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y husband was standing at the window, holding binoculars to his eyes like a ship’s captain. I was pacing to and from the window wanting to look but not wanting to be seen. We had sent our two older children, ages six and four, on their first unaccompanied errand a block away to the mailbox and we were in the middle of an embarrassing but unconscious display of helicopter parenting. How had it come to this? Before the girls left on their mailbox mission, my husband barked at them, “No running!” His greatest fear isn’t that our babies will be snatched by a stranger, but instead will be hit by a neighbour’s car travelling too fast on the narrow but well-travelled street. I tested their little memories on the rules of the road. “Don’t run,” the eldest said, acknowledging
she’d heard her dad’s command. Dissatisfied, I unfurled a more complete list of rules: “Stay together always, no matter what. Look both ways and cross at all our usual spots. And watch out for cars driving too fast.” With murmurs of patronizing agreement and two sets of eye rolls, they left. Ask anyone who was a kid in the 1980s and you’ll hear a chorus of comparisons between our freedoms then and our children’s freedoms now. Back in the good ol’ days, we would ride home from the dump in the box of the pick-up truck, eat candy at will, and explore alleyways until the street light came on. When I was four, I was riding my bicycle to the park and around our neighbourhood unaccompanied. I wasn’t wearing a bicycle helmet. My parents weren’t standing at the window. The rule of the road was stay out of trouble. Thirty years later, my girls — whom I trust will listen to and follow my instructions — can’t go 100 feet from the house without not one but two parents hovering stealthily in the
The practice of Wet Grad is something many caring parents swear by as safer than the alternative. And it is something that has generally been tolerated by the community. But we have to support the officials for cracking down on the Victoria-arranged event set for Chemainus River Park. Supervision and permission are staples of wet grads and that certainly doesn’t seem the case here.
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shadows. My peers and elders have offered their input on how it has come to this. Media is more focused on news stories of kidnappings and other crimes against children. We aren’t as connected in our neighbourhoods. And we have a neanderthal instinct to protect our diminishing number of offspring so as to preserve our own livelihood. Another incisive observation was by a mother who raised her children in a bedroom community that was home to about 40 families with 98 children among them. She thinks a big difference between parenting in the 1970s and now is perspective. Many parents and caregivers today base their decisions on the worst possible outcome. For example, a child walking alone on the street is at risk, or an underage child riding in the vehicle’s front passenger seat is inviting an accident. Miraculously, the girls made it home safely from that three-minute walk to the mailbox. I was ashamed enough by our display that
I have since taken this mother’s good advice. I have stopped assuming the worst in my children’s every movement (there is raw egg in that cookie dough; will she die of salmonella if she licks the beater?) and have taken a more realistic perspective (walk yourself home from the beach if you’re hungry, and while you’re at it, make me a sandwich too). My children are happier because they feel empowered, and I am happier because I am no longer driving myself insane with a list of horrific and unlikely what ifs. More importantly, someone else is making my sandwich, which is the whole point of having kids, isn’t it? Maeve Maguire is a technical writer who lives and works in Maple Bay and writes monthly in the News Leader Pictorial. Email her at maeve@describewriting.com.
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Should our new RCMP station go at the school board office site, rather than marsh farmland? “Yes. It would preserve farmland. Half the reason for that location is the police want to be close to Dingwall and Lewis streets, where the high crime rate is.”
Rayanne Spaeth, North Cowichan
“Yes. The school board’s land is ready to be used. Why take agricultural land when other land is available? That doesn’t make sense. Why make it complicated?”
Landon Joulie, Duncan
What do you think? Log on to www.cowichannewsleader.com and answer our Question of the Week. Results will be published in our next edition.
Flawed education funding system repeatedly short changes students
CVRD’s unwarranted decision to terrify Cobble Hill disgraceful
Dear editor In all my life I have never sat in on anything of the magnitude of the recent meeting about the Cobble Hill water supply. This meeting did nothing but terrify the good people of Cobble Hill and make them believe we were in danger because of three innocent businesses on Fisher Road. The health department representative stood up and added to the dilemma by saying all local private wells were safe in the Fisher Road area and everyone could safely drink their well water. Wow! What confusion — a direct contradiction of the report and the Cobble Hill director’s statements. I have no idea what the director and CVRD had in mind here and cannot understand why the good residents of Cobble Hill should be terrorized in this manner. It was an absolute disgrace. As a citizen of Cobble Hill, and a taxpayer, I am appalled that my neighbours should be terrorized in this manner by our elected representatives. How can they possibly justify this behaviour? It has the perception of a vendetta against local business and using the fear of our good people to promote this agenda. I would like to see a provincial auditor audit our CVRD books to see just how many of our tax dollars are spent on this kind of personal agenda. I believe an apology from the CVRD is in order to all residents of Cobble Hill and I would expect to see our director step down and personally apologise to all of Cobble Hill. The bottom line people: the water in all private wells by the health officer’s own words is safe to drink. It is not polluted! Larry Woodruff
In my opinion: none of this necessary
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he failure of the provincial government’s per pupil funding formula to meet the needs of our public education system has been a topic of discussion in local and provincial
papers. However, the formula was never designed to meet the needs of our schools. It was implemented to limit the provincial commitment to Andrew Leong Judges Cathy Schmidt and Charlie Coleman visit the display of achievements and memorabilia belonging to stu- our public school system. Predictably, this apdent and mountain bike racer Mark Wallace during the District Scholarship Competition on Wednesday, May 29 at proach has been successful and has managed Cowichan Secondary School. Awards are given to students who show excellent achievement in fine arts, sports, to strip hundreds of millions of dollars from our classrooms. second languages, community services, technical and trades training. This school year our communities in Local farmers tracked them down and shot by dogs. These were both family pets, one Cowichan assembled in school gyms in our them. If we are hoping to encourage food who was allowed to wander free at night, valley while schools and programs were pitted production in the Cowichan Valley we should and the other who broke his chain and folagainst each other — competing for resources consider feral dogs as we do rats: destructive, lowed the other that night to our farm. It everyone needs and deserves. food destroying vermin to be eliminated. was a horrific experience, made all the worse As it has every year for many budget cycles, Delmere Kitt by the wandering dog’s owner refusing any we watched while the dwindling funds were Duncan responsibility. The other dog never got loose funneled to the wealthiest and more influential again (that’s a metaphor, incidentally), but segments of our community. As always, their one who was allowed to roam free did so voices are the most strident and eager. Dogs are dogs, not demonic or evil the Cobble Hill for the rest of its life. People do not underParents who have the means will duly remove Dear editor stand what their beloved pets are capable their children from the public schools and Re: the “demonic” dogs. Somebody’s been of, and shouldn’t be allowed the privilege of enroll them in private schools which provide Feral dogs like rats and should be reading too many Stephen King books. owning a dog if they are going to let it enmuch better conditions largely due to public Demonic and evil, really? Great way to stir treated as such danger itself and other animals. I hope they subsidy. With the attendant enrolment drop, the pot though. I feel for the families of the Dear editor catch these “pets” before a child is mauled, we will see our public schools suffer further animals killed. I can’t imagine how emotion- or worse. I can express only amazement at the from the ongoing funding cuts and a widening ally traumatic that would be. But to use such oozing sentimentality of the article concernLisa Read of the educational gap between the “have” and stupid words to describe the dogs is, in my ing a pair of dogs destroying livestock in Duncan “have-not” schools. opinion, unfair. Cowichan Bay. Our district has responded not by addressing Sadie Maroc There was no mention of the pain and terthe cause of our troubles but by adding fees submitted to the NLP’s Facebook page Maybe it would be cheaper to ror suffered by the goats as their throats were for busing and establishing business model torn open, but Brian Duncan is quoted usrebuild Kerry Park from scratch academies for the well-heeled. This will only ing infantile language about the dogs “filling Let’s leave the torches and Dear editor aggravate the inequality already built in to a their tummies” and about the possibility of Re: Final chances for public input being floundering system. pitchforks to another age these canine terrorists being rehabilitated. considered at Kerry Park The head-count funding formula, along Dear editor I spent six years living in rural Alberta. SenThe Save on Foods Memorial Centre in with the district’s encouragement, has had our I feel for the people who have lost their ani- Victoria was built for $33 million in todaytimentality regarding feral dogs was unknown. school communities bickering about who will mals. It’s an awful thing when dogs pack todollars (Source:Wikipedia). Couldn’t Kerry bear the burden of further downloading of gether because some stupid human thought Park be rebuilt from scratch, being half the costs and hardships on our families. This will they were cute puppies then let them run size of the Memorial Centre, and sufficiently feature most severely in the introduction of amok. But the story makes me think of an meet our needs with the $14 million that is over exaggerated witch hunt from the 1500’s. proposed in Option 3? Renovations on what busing fees. Only under this arbitrary fund“Should roving dogs killing farm animals and frightening ing model would we have our employees and Lori Hall is existing is asking for cost overruns and people be destroyed?” families arguing over whether we can afford to submitted to the NLP’s Facebook page delays with all the hidden surprises that will ensure our kids enjoy the safest, most economYou answered: (74 votes) pop up. It’s cheaper overall to start fresh. ical, environmentally responsible and equitable 91 per cent YES Go all in now for a new facility or wait for a access to schools. People might be surprised to see more appropriate time to go all in. Public education was always intended to what their pet is capable of To vote on the next Question of the Week, log onto the Peter Dale be the great equalizer in which every student Dear editor web poll at www.cowichannewsleader.com Shawnigan Lake would have the same start with a full and Some years ago we had some cattle killed rounded education. Funding by student numbers and the policy of public funding for private education has enforced drastic pressures on our children and their prospects. 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hey’ve been counting down for months. Now it’s finally here. The 2013 Cowichan Lake Days have already started, and the committee has lined up a full week of activities to celebrate the community, its past, its present and its future. This year’s Lake Days theme is Going Country. Bob Day, chairperson of the Cowichan Lake Days committee, says the committee came up with the theme in January, inspired in part by Sunfest, the annual country music festival. Day says they thought it would be a good idea to make Lake Days country because Sunfest follows just two months later. “It’s an easy thing to build around,” he said. “We’ve sourced some hats, which we’re selling for $5, and the goal of the committee is to get everyone who comes to the gates to wear a cowboy hat. We’ve tried to hire as many local
bands to play country music as we can.” After choosing the Going Country theme, the Lake Days committee contacted Sunfest, and the country music festival is providing two weekend passes for a prize in the Lake Days Raffle. Other prizes include an Apple iPad Mini, and two weekend passes to the Campbell River Salmon Festival. Tickets are one for $2 or three for $5, and the draw will take place Sunday, June 9. As chairman of the Lake Days Committee, Day says he looks forward to all the Lake Days activities. “The one I get most emotional at is the Lady of the Lake crowning,” he said. “It’s just because in a small town, you get to know these young ladies, and you see the shyest ones who wouldn’t talk to anyone get up and play guitar or do a speech, and you go ‘wow, it’s not a beauty pageant.’” “It’s a lot of work, but when the people flood through the gates, and I see the first smile on a kid’s face, it’s all worth it, and I know
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or Shannon Thomas, owning horses has taught her everything she needs to know about responsibility. She knows exactly what it involves to own horses, but lessons in work ethics are key, said the owner of Maple Grove Guest House. “Rain or shine, the horses have to be fed,” she said from her stable at her 21 acre-estate on Gibbins Road in Duncan. “When I was 15, I was looking to get into trouble. My parents decided to let me start riding lessons which I believe was the best thing they could have ever done for me,” she explained. “From that day forward, I was so horse crazy. All I wanted to do was go to the barn and ride, so there was no time to get into trouble.” Still to this day, horses keep Thomas, 39, busy and are a huge part in her day-to-day life. She spends about three hours on average per day caring for her clan of five: Glenda, Butterfly, Colton, Dash and Bear. “Horses thrive on affection and praise and when a bond between horse and rider is formed, it’s the closest bond you may ever feel in your life,” she explained, noting two
years ago she lost her gelding (a castrated horse) Drakkar, and still thinks about him every day. She spends about $3 to $5 a day on hay, on top of roughly another $3 a day on supplements. “Horses living on the island are missing selenium from their hay, because the soil is depleted of it, so you have to supplement them,” she explained, noting Top Shelf Feeds in Duncan has a great supplement specifically for Vancouver Island-bred horses. Before owning horses, folks interested must take into account shelter and veterinarian costs, vaccinations, de-worming as well as hoof care (trims and shoeing). “Horses need annual vaccinations, deworming every three months, teeth floated about once every two years and farrier care such as trimming or shoeing every six to eight weeks,” she explained. She currently has four girls working the stables and helping care for the horses in exchange for riding. “I was able to do that at 15 and know the value horses offer a young girl and now I pay it forward,” she said. “I often watch the girls ride and give them pointers to ensure they are progressing safely with their riding.” Thomas’ stepdaughter Simone also lends a hand.
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Shannon Thomas knows a thing or two about horse care. She has 25 years of horse experience under her belt and she’s been managing stables since she was 18. “Lately Simone has started rising early to go out and feed and pick paddocks before I even get up, without being asked,” she said. “This developing work ethic at age 10 is something that has been evolving and is so great to see.” Even her daughter Stella, 15-months-old, has been getting a taste of the horse lifestyle. “She already gets so excited when we feed the horses in the morning together or look at the ducks and geese on the pond,” Thomas
said. “I would rather she play outside and get dirty than spend her days at the mall or on a computer device. “What most non-horse people don’t understand is a horse is such an amazing creature and, like I said earlier, the bond between a horse and human can be so close,” she said. “I know I will always have horses in my life, they are a part of who I am. Even when I am very old, I plan to sit by the edge of the fields and just watch them from my chair.”
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y the way, did you hear: • Thanks to Maple Bay Yacht Club historian Donna Wakefield for the update on Lyman Martin’s search for old Maple Bay-based ship the Wahoo. She discovered from the Peter Vassilopolous book Antiques Afloats and local boat information guru Mike Stone the following: “Facts are missing from the 70’s to the present so help is still needed. The boat was called the Wahoo, the Malibu Wahoo then the Alibi Wahoo and may have sunk near Gibsons, recently. This lovely vessel was a Pacific Coast rum runner so I hope we find out her recent history.” If you know anything, send an email to donnajwakefield@ gmail.com. • Cowichan Valley Community Policing is selling thin blue line ribbons with a RCMP pin is available for purchase by minimum donation of $5 through the Cowichan Bay, Chemainus and Duncan Community Policing offices. Funds will be used for a forward-looking infrared device. The campaign is more than halfway to its goal of $10,000. • Many readers will remember Jennifer Prunty, who was frequently quoted in the NLP during her stint in Duncan as the North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP media relations officer.
Name: Emily Pastor Occupation: student Age: 16 Hometown: Lake Cowichan If you get a chance go see: The Great and Powerful Oz — love the 3D Right now I am reading: The Breadwinner I’m listening to: pop music At least once everyone should: tube the Cowichan River Most people don’t know I: enjoy skiing Proudest or happiest moment: getting my driver’s license Biggest fear: spiders If I was appointed queen of the valley I would: fix up some of the run-down buildings in town Before I die: I want to go skydiving Words I live by: happiness is a choice Andrew Leong
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Earnest a timely reminder of truth and sincerity
Review: Nothing dated about skewering of the pompously wealthy
and Jack’s ward, prissy Cecily Cardew (Lauren Cooper). The referee in Wilde’s title bout of wits was handled perfectly by Maria Ridewood’s domineering Lady Bracknell — Algernon’s aunt and Gwendolen’s mom. Expressions by Jack’s longsuffering butler, Merriman (Tom Provençal), reflected the audience’s delight as trite formalities and fibs caught the naughty boys in their own romantic traps — sprung by gals who insisted on marrying guys named Earnest. A side dalliance between Cecily’s jolly governess, Miss Prism (Jennifer Lally), and pious Rev. Canon Chasuble (Marinus Vesseur) modified their stiff times, sandbagged by hubris of the idle rich
snobbery, fakery, lies and love. Each character was developed so the interlocking plot of 1890s’ English-salon chicanery meshed like cogs inside a Swiss watch. Specs of line-warped lint failed to slow the wonderful workings of Holmes’ hit. Dense dialogue was convincingly delivered by merry cads Jack Worthing (Michael Terides), and chum Algernon Moncrieff (Jim Cleough) — whose excuse tool, called bunbury, buys him time for fun. Their respective courtship schemes were naively matched by snooty Gwendolen Fairfax (Corrina Hipfner Cornforth),
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aybe it was director David Holmes’ grip on Irish humour that made The Importance Of Being Earnest so satisfying Saturday. Perhaps it was his chorus of sharp actors that understood Oscar Wilde’s stiletto of social satire. Whatever the reason, Vagabond troupe’s debut with Earnest, in Maple Bay’s Neighborhood Theatre, comically stabbed at the heart of
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Wilde so loved to mock. Wealthy Jack admitted he knew “nothing” of news affairs, an affliction among comfortable folks today. Gwendolyn said “men often propose for practice,” further illustrating games among those with too much time and money. But it was Wilde’s skewering of Victorian posturing and puffery that made Earnest so entertaining. Stating the obvious, ducking inconvenient truths, trivial observations made important, false sincerity, shallow emotions, and inane illusions were all gaily punctured. But popping pompousness meant mastering Wilde’s intended nuances, tones, hints, puns, expressions and cues, as
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Maria Ridewood and Michael Terides are two of the established valley actors performing in the debut play from the Vagabond Theatre group, the Importance of Being Earnest. beat lies and bluffing, hands Holmes’ crew did. down. Earnest’s moral, wrapped Romantic-satire play rating: in Wilde’s timeless romance, reminded us truth and candor 8.5 bunburys out of 10.
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Island songwriters featured in Cowichan Folk Guild evening
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Want to check out the contenders for this year’s Vancouver Island Songwriters competition? Saturday is your chance. The mid-island finalists in the fourth-annual edition of the competition are the featured attraction at this weekend’s Cowichan Folk Guild coffeehouse.
“The theme this year was food. We’ve had entries from all over Vancouver Island,” Cowichan Folk Guild artistic director Robert McCourty said. “The audience gets to vote for three songs for the contest finals at the Islands Folk Festival this summer. This will be a fun and exciting coffee house.
The music happens at the Duncan United Church 246 Ingram St. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the open stage starts at 7:30 p.m. All performers welcome. Admission is $5 for CFG members, $10 non-members, and no charge for open stage performers.
Brentwood benefit marks the eve of summer Musical evening: annual talent showcase benefits local special needs programs
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or actor and singer Kira Carroll, proof of her talent sits on a stark stage. Being the daughter of Brentwood College’s music director, Phil Newns, isn’t even in the mix for stage-addict Carroll. “That doesn’t factor into the equation. He probably puts more pressure on me than others. I don’t think anyone really makes the connection.” But Carroll and her Brentwood classmates proudly connect with their community by raising money to help challenged students during their annual Concert For A Summer’s Eve, happening Friday in the college’s T. Gil Bunch theatre. Carroll will sing Travis Tritt’s South Bound Train, that’s on track with a pack of musical talent spanning the Composition Band, Guitar Ensemble, piano soloists, Jazz Band, Pops Orchestra, Concert Choir, and Vocal Jazz Ensemble. “It’s a great program,” said Carroll, 18. “It’s helping people in the valley who aren’t in the spotlight that much and helps Brentwood have a community-based connection.” Newns agreed. “Proceeds from our concert benefit specialneeds people living in the Cowichan Valley
and beyond. “This concert helps fund a weekly music therapy program in the valley called Monday Morning Music, as well as bursaries for special needs kids graduating from our valley high schools.” Grade 11 artist Carroll believes her classmares are on the same benevolent page. “It’s a nice feeling knowing I’m doing something nice for the community.” The energetic redhead began performing at age three. “We had this chorus group called The Chikadees, through (Cobble Hill’s) Minstrels Music,” said Carroll who also studied piano, trumpet and guitar. It all pumped her stage esteem. “Starting at a young age helped me get confidence singing in front of people. We also used to do country musical nights; it’s fun.” So is singing a variety of genres. “I thought South Bound Train would be fast and upbeat — and different from my usual style, which is jazz.” Her acting credits include portraying “eccentric hairdresser, Daniella” in Brentwood’s recent hit musical In The Heights. “I like singing and acting; they’re both so much fun.” Such a blast, Carroll aims for post-secondary stage studies. “I’ll definitely try to get into a performingarts school. Washington State University should be interesting to look into,” she said, citing Cowichan country-rocker Hope King, and British singer Adele as inspirations. “I’m definitely the arts type, so drawing and painting comes next, and academics comes
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The Brentwood College School Pops Orchestra is led by director Elizabeth MacIsaac, during last year’s Concert for a Summer’s Eve. third,” Carroll said. Her 10-year crystal ball held “being on the Your ticket big stage, hopefully.” Meanwhile, she was What: Concert For A Summer’s Eve amped about Friday’s big benefit. When: June 7, 7:30 p.m. “I hope people come away with the whole Where: T. Gil Bunch Theatre, Brentwood enjoyment level, and they appreciate what College School, Mill Bay we’re doing.” Tickets: $7. Call 250-743-8756.
Vocal students hit the right notes at provincials
Members of Shawnigan Lake School’s Chamber Choir, including various members of SLS’ musical romp Hairspray, are bound for July’s national choir contest.
Chamber Choir: Shawnigan Lake School wins B.C. crown, heads to nationals SLS’ choir, under Shannon Tyrrell, was picked by the adjudicators over choirs and singers that had years more experience, said the private school’s theatre manager, Gregg Perry. “The Chamber Choir includes many members of the (SLS) cast of Hairspray. “Individually, they also fared quite well
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he Chamber Choir at Shawnigan Lake School is bound for national competitions after striking provincial gold last week.
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Introduction to Cheesemaking Workshop: emphasis on natural cheesemaking, 5 to 8 p.m. at 5856 Clements Street, Duncan. Pre-registration required. $30 per person, $25 for members of the Cowichan Green Community. To register visit: cowichangreencommunity.org or in person at 360 Duncan Street in downtown Duncan.
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Rykka: singer/songwriter promoting her new CD, 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom,
Lonesome Don Wilkie: plays slack-key, covers and originals
Concert for a Summer’s Eve: grand finale from the Brentwood College School Music Department. 7:30 p.m., T. Gil Bunch Centre for the Performing Arts, Brentwood College School, 2735 Mt Baker Road, Mill Bay. Tickets $7. Call 250743-8756
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Trace the Sky: Heavy hitting rock, 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 201-330 Duncan Street, Duncan. Tickets $12 advance, $15 at the door. Call 250-748-7246 Bernie Dinter at the Duncan Farmer’s Market: discussing how to deal with the challenges we face when growing a home garden at the Green Door Society on Ingram Street, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sylvan’s Youth-and-Mentors-inMusic Fundraiser: Vocalist/pianist Jennifer Scott and her all-star quartet, 7:30 p.m. Admission is $10 in advance and $12 at the door; students are $5.
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Both Certified Financial Planners, Michael Watkins and Jan Noble Grewar, have a long tradition of serving clients throughout the Cowichan Valley and Vancouver Island. They offer a harmonized approach to wealth management, by combining comprehensive financial planning with conservative investment strategies designed to help clients achieve financial security. Joining the Watkins Noble Grewar Group is Tracey Poole. Tracey is a knowledgeable Investment Associate with over 15 years of experience. She brings her passion for top notch client service. Michael, Jan and Tracey share ScotiaMcLeod's vision to build relationships for life through a professional focus on prudent wealth management and delivering a superior client experience. Please join us in welcoming the Watkins Noble Grewar Group to ScotiaMcLeod.
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2 p.m. and 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 201-330 Duncan Street, Duncan. Tickets $12 advance, $15 at the door. Call 250-748-7246
The Cowichan Spiritualist Church of Healing and Light
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Dean Freeman, Director & Branch Manager for ScotiaMcLeod is pleased to announce that the Watkins Noble Grewar Group has joined ScotiaMcLeod.
Cowichan Watershed Board Meeting: at Oceanfront Suites at Cowichan Bay, 1681 Cowichan Bay Road, 6 to 9 p.m.
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201-330 Duncan Street, Duncan. Tickets $15 advance, $18 at the door. Call 250-748-7246
Community for Climate Fair: All welcome at this family event, bring your dishes for a free lunch and presentation of the climate action and energy plan, 1 p.m. at the VIU campus.
ScotiaMcLeod Welcomes The Watkins Noble Grewar Group
19th Annual Cowichan Valley Garden Tour: tour six gardens between Mill Bay and Duncan, proceeds going to Cowichan Family Life, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tickets $20. Call 250-7488281 or cowichanfamilylife.org
The Real Ponchos: Roots rock, 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 201-330 Duncan Street, Duncan. Tickets $10 advance, $12 at the door. Call 250-748-7246
The weekend: sunny. High: 25C. Low: 10C.
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Bamberton-From Dust to Bust and Back: Guest speaker Maureen Alexander, founder of the Bamberton Historical Society, shares stories, pictures, and true accounts from local archives. 6 to 7 p.m., Mill Bay Library, 2720 Mill Bay Road.
Friday: cloudy, 40% chance of showers. High: 19C. Low: 11C.
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The Search for Sir John Franklin’s Lost Vessels: Dr. Colin Bradley describes last summer’s Arctic mission emphasizing the technology used to map the seafloor and hunt for the wrecks. 7 p.m., Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre, 1761 Cowichan Bay Rd., by donation.
Thursday: sunny. High: 24C. Low: 12C.
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Triple P Pre-Teen Parenting Program: Strategies to help parents improve communication, and manage common challenges, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Margaret Moss Health Centre. Website: triplepvip. ca for info
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DEATHS GILMORE, Gary Stephen It is with a heavy heart that we announce Gary Stephen Gilmore passed away suddenly but peacefully on May 21, 2013. Born in 1954, Gary lived his entire life in Chemainus and loved every minute of it. His smile lit up every room he entered and he touched the heart of everyone he crossed paths with. His love for life was infectious and his stories, unforgettable.
Gary was a loving husband to his wife Debbie, compassionate father to his children Erin (Trevor); Marie (Maurice); Robert and Mathew (Kristina) as well as a “forever-young� grandfather to Lucas, Liam and Maxis. Pre-deceased by his sister Ann; mother Antoinette; sister Silvia; father William and brother Reg. Today, his brother Bill (Deb) and sister Carole (Dan) along with nieces Nicole, Seneva, Katherine and nephews, Reg and Brian all have fond memories of Gary singing songs around the campfire. Gary had a 35-year career at the Crofton Pulp Mill where he fulfilled his belief in “work-hard, play-hard�. There will be a Celebration of Life at the Crofton Community Centre, June 9th at 2:00pm. Bring memories and stories to reminisce with smiles and laughter. In lieu of flowers and sentiments, we kindly suggest a donation to the Salmon Enhancement Project in Port Renfrew, BC where some of his fondest memories were found. An account will be set up at the Community Credit Union to accept donations in his honour (250) 246-4704.
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: The Estate of John Montague Cunningham, Deceased Date of Death: October 31, 2012 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Creditors and others having a claim against the estate of the above deceased are hereby required to send particulars thereof to the Executor, MICHAEL G. COLEMAN, Q.C. of the firm of COLEMAN FRASER WHITTOME LEHAN, Barristers and Solicitors, 202 58 Station Street, Duncan, British Columbia, V9L 1M4, (Telephone 250-748-1013) on or before June 30, 2013, after which date the Executor will distribute the said estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard only to the claims of which the Executor then has notice.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: The Estate of ROBERT GORDON ANDERSON, Deceased Date of Death: October 21, 2012 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Creditors and others having a claim against the estate of the above deceased are hereby required to send particulars thereof to the Executor, DALE HUSTON, c/o his solicitor, MICHAEL G. COLEMAN, Q.C. of the firm of COLEMAN FRASER WHITTOME LEHAN, Barristers and Solicitors, 202 - 58 Station Street, Duncan, British Columbia, V9L 1M4, (Telephone 250-748-1013) on or before August 27, 2013, after which date the Executor will distribute the said estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard only to the claims of which the Executor then has notice.
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The North ‘™‹…ŠƒÂ? —Â?‹…‹’ƒŽ Cowichan Municipal ‘—Â?…‹Ž Council ‰‹˜‡• gives Â?‘–‹…‡ notice –Šƒ– that Š‡ ‘”–Š it ’”‘’‘•‡• proposes –‘ ƒ’’Ž› to apply –‘ to –Š‡ the ”‘˜‹Â?…‡ Province ‘ˆ of ”‹–‹•Š ‘Ž—Â?„‹ƒ British Columbia ‹– for aƒ …ŠƒÂ?‰‡ ‹Â? change in its letters’ƒ–‡Â?– patent–‘ •‹Â?’Ž‹ˆ› to simplify ‹–• …‘”’‘”ƒ–‡ its corporate ˆ‘” ‹– Ž‡––‡”• name –‘ to ‹•–”‹…– District —Â?‹…‹’ƒŽ‹–› Municipality ‘ˆ of ‘”–Š North ‘™‹…ŠƒÂ?Ǥ Cowichan. Â?ƒÂ?‡ Currently, the corporate name of North Cowichan is, “The —””‡Â?–Ž›ǥ –Š‡ …‘”’‘”ƒ–‡ Â?ƒÂ?‡ ‘ˆ ‘”–Š ‘™‹…ŠƒÂ? ‹•ǥ Dz Š‡ Corporation ‘ˆ of –Š‡ the ‹•–”‹…– District ‘ˆ of ‘”–Š North ‘™‹…ŠƒÂ?Ǥdz Cowichan.â€? Š‹• This ‘”’‘”ƒ–‹‘Â? change is being requested to more accurately and clearly …ŠƒÂ?‰‡ ‹• „‡‹Â?‰ ”‡“—‡•–‡† –‘ Â?‘”‡ ƒ……—”ƒ–‡Ž› ƒÂ?† …Ž‡ƒ”Ž› identify ‘”–Š North ‘™‹…ŠƒÂ? Cowichan ĥ as ƒ a ˆ‘”Â? form ‘ˆ of Â?—Â?‹…‹’ƒŽ municipal ‹†‡Â?–‹ˆ› government. ˆ If ›‘— you Šƒ˜‡ have ƒÂ?› any …‘Â?Â?‡Â?–• comments ‘” or ™‘—Ž† would Ž‹Â?‡ like ‰‘˜‡”Â?Â?‡Â?–Ǥ more information, please contact us by June 30, 2013 at Â?‘”‡ ‹Â?ˆ‘”Â?ƒ–‹‘Â?ÇĄ ’Ž‡ƒ•‡ …‘Â?–ƒ…– —• „› —Â?‡ ;Ͳǥ ʹͲͳ; ƒ– 250-746-3115, ‘—Â?…‹Ž̡ ‘”–Š ‘™‹…ŠƒÂ?Ǥ…ƒ council@northcowichan.ca or Box ʹ͚ͺǥ 278, ʹ͡Ͳnj͚͜͸nj;ͳͳ͡ǥ ‘” ‘š Duncan, BC, V9L 3X4. —Â?…ƒÂ? ÇĄ Íť Íľ ͜Ǥ 7030 Trans Trans Canada Canada Hwy Hwy 7030 Box 278, 278, Duncan, Duncan, BC BC V9L V9L 3X4 3X4 Box Ph: 250-746-3100 250-746-3100 Fax: Fax: 250-746-3133 250-746-3133 Ph: www.northcowichan.ca www.northcowichan.ca
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PUBLIC NOTICE OF OPEN HOUSE PROPOSED ROGERS TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITY 60 METRE SELF-SUPPORT STRUCTURE PROPOSED STRUCTURE: As part of the public consultation process required by industry Canada, Rogers is inviting the public to comment on a proposed telecommunications facility consisting of a 60 metre self-support tower and ancillary radio equipment. TOWER LOCATION: 4300 Thicke Road, Ladysmith BC V9G 1X5 (PID: 025-601-946). OPEN HOUSE LOCATION: Eagles Hall, 921 1st Avenue, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A5 DATE: June 13, 2013 TIME: 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm
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NOTICE OF INTENT RE: LIQUOR CONTROL AND LICENSING ACT APPLICATION FOR A LIQUOR PRIMARY LICENCE An application for a new liquor primary has been received by the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch from The South Cowichan Lawn Tennis Club. The proposed location for the licence is 2290 Cowichan Bay Road, Cowichan Bay. Proposed licensed hours are between 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM from Monday to Sunday. Person capacity will be limited to 46 persons inside and 185 persons on the patios. Residents and owners of businesses located within a 0.5 mile (0.8 km) radius of the proposed site may comment on this proposal by 1) writing to: THE GENERAL MANAGER C/O Senior Licensing Analyst LIQUOR CONTROL AND LICENSING BRANCH PO BOX 9292 Victoria, BC V8W 9J8 2) by email: lclb.lclb@gov.bc.ca PETITIONS AND FORM LETTERS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED To ensure the consideration of your views, your comments, name and address must be received on or before June 29, 2013. Please note that your comments may be made available to the applicant or local government officials where disclosure is necessary to administer the licensing process.
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CHILDREN CHILDCARE AVAILABLE Babysitters available for 1-2 children, ages 2 and up. Gibbins Rd area is preferred. We have taken the babysitting course through Island Savings Centre and have had 2 years experience babysitting. We are 12, 13 & 16 years old and are very responsible from a Christian up-bringing. Please call our parents for an introductory interview. Anneka & Chelsea 250-748-5060
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LOST BLACK Lab mix, white tip on tail, answers to Jake, but very shy. Lost in the Mill Bay area. If found or seen please call (250)743-0615.
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An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring dozer and excavator operators, Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call (780)723-5051 Edson,Alta. BARTENDER/SERVER wanted for busy pub. Must have at least 3 years pub experience. Bring resume to the Black Swan Pub. (250)743-5133.
FT/PT Line cook, servers, kitchen helper, retail attendant required at the Cobblestone Pub in Cobble Hill. Experience an asset. Extended health benefits avail. Drop off resume to Don, Dave or email resume to cobblestonepub@hotmail.com FULL TIME and part time bookkeeping positions avail. immediately. must be proficient with Sage Simply Accounting program F/T - 35 hours/week; P/T 12 hours/week. Send resumes to citybk607@gmail.com GUARANTEED JOB placement: General Laborers and Tradesmen for oil and gas industry. Call 24hr free recorded message for information: 1800-972-0209 HAIRSTYLIST WANTED full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Duncan locations. Guaranteed $12 per hour, 25% profit sharing, paid overtime, benefits, paid birthday, vacation pay, annual advanced training and advancement opportunities. For an interview call 250-715-1779. HOME SUPPORT worker required for female with MS. Casual/ on call for a 6 week period. Kent (250) 746-0917 LIQUOR STORE Clerk needed for busy store. Approx 20 hrs per week. Bring resume to the Black Swan Liquor Store. 250-743-9639.
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LABOUR AND CARPENTERS’ HELPERS Position Summary: Performs a wide range of duties within the plant including but not limited to: strips and cleans concrete forms, pours concrete, shovels, vibrates, and finishes and maintains good housekeeping and safety regulations on the shop floor. Pre-Employment Drug Screen Required. Job Requirements Qualifications (Education/Experience) and Required Skills: • Be able to work shiftwork and overtime when needed • Ability to read and interpret project drawings. • Use of hand power tools, tape measure, level, etc required. • Ability to follow company production and safety procedures. • Ability to understand and apply basic mathematical skills. • Some heavy lifting required up to approximately 50 lbs. • Good attendance and positive attitude is a must • Have a driver’s license with reliable transportation Drop off a resume in person to 3721 Drinkwater Rd, Duncan BC or Fax resume to 250-746-8011
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PERSONAL SERVICES
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STEEL BUILDINGS/Metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! 1-800-457-2206. www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
H.O. SCALE Engines 4-6-2 CNR and a diesel (new), both pullman green, and CN cars w/slanted logos. 250-758-5073
THE COWICHAN FOOD CONNECTION
aka: The Bread Van is in need of volunteers for delivery driver(s) for bread runs to Nanaimo and back. The only remuneration to be paid is a feeling of good karma, free bread and a sense of helping those less fortunate then yourselves. Requirements for the driver are: a good driving record and a great attitude! Please email resume to:
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MARINE SUPERINTENDENT/Detachment Superintendent, Canadian Forces Auxiliary Fleet, a civilian component of the Department Of National Defence, seeks Marine Managers for positions in Nanoose Bay and Victoria (Vancouver Island), British Columbia. Online applications only through the Public Service Commission of Canada website, Reference# DND13J008697-000065, Selection Process# 13-DND-EAESQ-373623, Marine Superintendent/Detachment Superintendent. Applicants must meet all essential qualifications listed and complete the application within the prescribed timelines. **http://jobs-emplois.gc.ca/ index-eng.htm. PART TIME caretaker for 14 unit apartment. NO SMOKING; NO PETS. Experience required includes maintenance and cleaning. Caretaker suite on premises. Position avail. Aug 1, 2013. Apply to CSCHS, PO Box 92, Chemainus, BC, V0R 1K0. Posting closes June 14, 2013. RETIRED GENTLEMAN looking for senior with valid drivers licence for assistance with driving and other tasks. N/S N/D. Live in/out, room avail. for rent. Rent negotiable. (250) 743-0555
PART-TIME HOME support worker needed to help woman with Parkinson. Must be flexible to work overnight or early morning. Criminal record check needed, training provided, good starting wage. 250246-2798 or 250-210-2304 THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: • Coastal Certified Hand Fallers -camp positions • Coastal Certified Bull Buckers (Falling) – Includes Vehicle/Accommodations • Grapple Yarder Operator • Boom Boat Operator • Chasers • Hooktenders • Hand Buckers – dryland sort experience an asset • Log Loader Operator • Grader Operator • Heavy Duty Mechanics • Off highway truck drivers Fulltime camp with union rates/benefits. Please send resumes by fax to 250-9564888 or email to office@lemare.ca
SURINTENDANT / SURINTENDANT de detachement de la Marine. La flotte auxiliaire des forces canadiennes, une composante civile du ministère de la Defense nationale, cherche des gestionnaires marins pour des postes situes a Nanoose Bay et Victoria sur l’ile de Vancouver, en Colombie-Britannique. Les candidats interesses doivent postuler en ligne a travers le site internet de la Commission de la fonction publique du Canada, Reference n DND13J-008697000065, le processus de selection # 13-DND-EAESQ-373623, Surintendant / Surintendant de detachement de Marine. Les candidats doivent posseder toutes les qualifications essentielles enumerees dans la publicite en ligne et remplir la demande dans les delais prescrits. http://jobs-emplois.gc.ca/ index- eng.htm TWO FULL-TIME positions available immediately for an Import Auto dealer in the interior of BC. Service Advisor minimum 2-3 years experience. Apprentice or Journeyman Technician - Both applicants must have good attitude, quality workmanship. Email: moejam@telus.net.
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PROFESSIONAL/ MANAGEMENT
LOGGING SUPERVISOR for mid-sized Duncan based contractor. Entails supervising a union crew in second growth logging, road building & rd maintenance. Competitive salary & benefits. Fax resume to 250-597-2554, or email: office@islandfibre.ca.
SALES PROFESSIONAL SALES Consultants. Central Alberta’s leading Ford dealer requires two professional sales associates. We maintain a large inventory of new and used vehicles and friendly country atmosphere with big city sales volume. We are closed Sundays and all Statutory Holidays. We offer a competitive pay plan with an aggressive bonus structure, salary guarantee and moving allowance. Attention: Dean Brackenbury, GSM. Email: dbrackenbury@denhamford.com
CROFTON 5TH Annual Garage Sale- Sat, June 8, 8am2pm. Scattered throughout town at individual locations.
9am to 1pm Rummage sale, baking, books, boutique, plants, refreshments.
AN Administrative Assistant is needed for our administrative department. Send resumes to: scymrn@live.com
MOVING AND Garage Sale. Sun June 2 and 9. 9am-3pm. Dressers, beds, chairs, dining room set, much more. 1821 Escarpment Way.
HUSBAND FOR HIRE. Nothing but the best. Carpenter, plumber, painter, electrician, pressure washing. Just ask my wife! Call 250-746-4493 or 250-709-1111
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KITCHEN WOOD Stove $500. Call for details. (250)743-0650
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE FUEL/FIREWOOD Fir Firewood $170/cord. Split & delivered, locally. 250-5100412. SEASONED firewood, 1 cord split and delivered. $200/cord. Phone 250-701-1964. SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest firewood producer offers firewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.
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REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/CONDOS 2-BEDROOM CONDO ground floor in desirable Saanichton. Open concept, electric fireplace, custom kitchen. Carpets & laminate. En suite laundry, small pet ok. Low strata fee. Great starter, $235,000. By appointment 1-250-652-1218
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I CLEAN ‘TILL YOU BEAM! Spring is here, so don’t miss out on the nice weather by being stuck inside cleaning! 50% off first visit. Please call Monica for your free quote & consultation 250-732-4423
COMPUTER SERVICES
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We fix everything No HST
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ABLE COMPUTER REPAIR In-home service. Seniors’ discount. Nico 250-746-6167
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GARDENING PRUNING, HEDGING, grass cutting, weeding. Call reliable Mike 250-416-1664
TRADES, TECHNICAL
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ELECTRONICS’/ Mechanical Technician, Repair work on small equipment. All Battery Please call 250.597.1959
ALL RUBBISH removal, small renovations, deck work, carpentry, painting, plumbing, and eves trough cleaning. Seniors discount. Ian 250-743-6776.
KLASSIC AUTOBODY (Hay River, NT) seeking Working Shop Foreman/Assistant Manager - Oversee Bodyshop, estimations, quality/safety, teamplayer. $37-$42 hourly + OT, company matched pension plan, benefits. Apply to: employment@kinglandford.com Fax: 867-874-2843.
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* Gutters * Windows * Siding * Moss treatment * Pressure washing Mill Bay/Duncan 250-743-3306 Chemainus/Ladysmith 250-324-3343
IRRIGATION/SPRINKLER SYSTEMS Inground sprinkler repairs, relocations, new installations (250)701-8319
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PLUMBING A SERVICE PLUMBER. Licence, Insured. Drains, HWT, Reno’s, Repairs. Senior Discounts. After Hour Service. Call Coval Plumbing, 250709-5103.
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REAL ESTATE
REAL ESTATE
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
FOR SALE BY OWNER
FOR SALE BY OWNER
APARTMENT/CONDO
APARTMENT/CONDO
HOMES FOR RENT
RECREATION
TOWNHOUSES
AVAIL IMMED. Central Duncan, bright, spacious, 1000 sq ft, 1 bdrm + den upper, in suite W/D, F/S, storage. Suits responsible tenant, N/S, N/P, refs req’d, $750. 250-746-7389
PARKLAND PLACE 620 Dobson Road 250-748-0496 (Art) 250-748-1978 (Sylvia)
COBBLE HILL, 2 Bdrm, wood/elec heat, F/S, W/D hookup, clean, quiet area. N/S, N/P. Avail now. $900/mo. Ref. (250) 743-0650
RV RESORT ON THE LAKE
DUNCAN. CENTRAL, spacious open-concept ground level. 5 app. Immediate. $800 plus utils. 250-701-8355.
BEAUTIFUL, NEW 1 bdrm, WD, stainless fridge, stove, micro & DW. $795/m incl. heat, hydro, internet, sep. entrance. 10 min walk to CDH. Call (250)748-0231.
FREE heat, hot water, parking. Low hydro. Walking distance to: shopping, restaurants, Malaspina College, pubs, Chances Casino. Quiet building with video security. Adjacent to 27 acres of parkland including playing fields, walking trails, swimming holes and fishing. Small pets considered close to a leash free park.
BEST DEAL in Lake Cowichan! 1100sq ft Rancher, 2 bdrms possible 3rd, carport, borders creek. Bright, clean, well built w/recent upgrades. $179,000. Call 250-749-6629 or 250-510-6877.
CUSTOM HOME on 3 acres in Cedar (potential subdividable). 1650sq.ft. 3bdrm, 2baths, HW floors, oak kitchen w/tile floor, sun room, greenhouse, pond. 31’x26’ shop, 3pc bath, partial kitchen (potential suite). $525,000. (250)722-2199 or rwhitmore12@gmail.com ESTATE SALE: Grandma’s condo. 2BR, 2 bath, 5 appl, insuite laundry. Top floor with 2 balconies, South West vista. Great location in a well-run adult bldg. Walk to everything in Duncan. Reduced to $134,900. OBO 250-743-2174
COZY 2BDRM, 1bath, well kept, bungalow. Near school & harbour front. Open dining/living room w/gas FP. Large kitchen & master bdrm. Newer gas furnace/HW tank/fridge. Beautifully landscaped private yard. 280 View St. Nanaimo. $225,000. (250)753-7397
LADYSMITH- 3 bdrms, 2 bath, 6 year old roof, 2200sq ft, lrg sun deck w/ocean view, close to all amenities, quiet no through road, needs TLC, Reduced for quick sale, $225,000. Call 250-245-4155.
HOUSES FOR SALE
CENTRAL DUNCAN- Lovely 1 BDRM suites in seniors oriented building, heat included. NS/NP, $625 mo. Please call Art at 250-746-7241. CENTRAL LOCATION, Bach, 1, 2 & 3 bdrms, balcony, F/S, heat & hot water(1 bld only), parking, pet considered, $550$950/mo. Call 250-748-7764. CHEMAINUS: LOCKWOOD Villas, 1 bdrm, 3rd floor apt., Bright south exposure, new paint, W/D on site, NS/NP, heat inc., available June 25, $625 + DD. 250-416-6701. CLEAN 2 BDRM, walk-in closet in master, 5 appl., $800/m, near pool, track, etc. Immed. possession. (250)746-5615 or (250) 710-2756 DUNCAN 2-BDRM- Spotless, like new condo in Plum Tree Lane. Quiet 55+ N/S property. Small pet considered. Natural gas F/P, 5 appls, ceiling fans, in-suite laundry with storage. Flat walk to close shops and bus stop. $825. Avail July 1. Call 250-246-1906. DUNCAN (8 km north) Studio apartment, on 8 acres. Laundry, satellite, heat, hydro. $575. (250)748-1310.
MUST SEE FLOAT HOME!
DUNCAN CONDO, 3 bdrms, 1400 sq ft, ground floor corner suite, 5 appl’s. Central location, N/S. Avail immed. Call (250)746-5049.
Fully rebuilt, certified, float home for sale. 2 bdrm, 2 storey, 1 1/2 bath, new decks, rails, soffit, & fascia. 100% surveyed and approved by a marine engineer (documents available)
DUNCANLRG (950sq ft) bright 2 bdrm, excellent location, quiet bldg, level entry, heat, H/W, prkg incld. Sm pet considered. $800. (250)2461457 or (250)-416-1457.
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MUST VIEW Mountain View
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Terrace Estates
3420 Auchinachie Road ---------------------------------1 bdrm bright & spacious, newly renovated. Availiable now
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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
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RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO
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MUST VIEW Mountain View
Mall & Aquatic Centre. On bus route. Heat & H/W incl’d Call 250-748-1304.
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL --------1000 sq’ - 7000 sq’ Store front with excellent exposure, overhead doors, ample parking, available now. --------Please call (250)748-9622 to view
COTTAGES LAKE COWICHAN- clean 2 bdrm cottage. Quiet, rural area. F/S. $600 mo + utils. 250-749-4061.
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES CHEMAINUS 55+ Building. Lrg 2 bdrm suite in 4-plex, 5 appls. $675 utils not incl’d. Ref’s req’d, N/S preferred, N/P. June 1st. (250)245-2472.
CONDO FOR RENT
Quiet 2 bedroom condo available in Duncan, top floor, bright corner unit in an adult oriented building with deck. New flooring and paint. Wood burning fireplace, lots of storage, insuite washer/dryer, F/S, dishwasher. Close to town on bus route. Non smoker. No pets. Available now. $850/m. References required. 250-656-7331
Terrace Estates
1 bdrm bright & spacious, newly renovated. Great move in bonus-ask us! Availiable now
DUNCAN- LRG, 3 bdrm, 1.5 baths, 5 appls, quiet fenced yard, 2 car parking, on bus route, near town, $1100 mo. Call (250)597-3529.
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MUST VIEW Mountain View Terrace Estates
3420 Auchinachie Road ---------------------------------Spacious 1 and 2 BDRM Suites, modern, new ooring, $300.00 cash move in bonus
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3251 Cowichan Lake Rd.
FOR SALE by owner- Beach Drive Chemainus- Creekside 1100 sq ft main, open plan kitchen/dining. Oak floors, living room, 2 bdrms up, 2 down 1.5 baths. Finished basement, detached dbl garage. Walk to schools, beach & park. Shopping close by. $304,900. Call 250-246-9370 after 6 PM.
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DUNCAN, 3 Bdrm suite, incl F/S,W/D. Refs req. $800+util. 250-748-7808 leave msg.
SHAUGHNESSY GARDENS
$625 & UP 1 Bdrm, 4th floor, facing South. New carpet & appliances. Near
SPRINGRIDGE MANOR Has a new look!
Renovated, fresh paint & TLC throughout. Clean quiet building close to Beverly Corners & University. Includes heat & hot water. No pets. 1 bdrm suite $590
Clean 1 & 2 bdrm units. Full size fridge, stove & dishwasher. Carpet & linoleum, window coverings, fireplace. Quiet, well maintained bldg with elevator & sauna. Pet friendly. Close to schools & Hospitals. CALL TO VIEW 250.710.7515 250.748.3412
DUNCAN, Walk to town, Quiet 3 bdrm upper, 1.5 baths, 5 appl’s. Fenced back yard. NS/NP. $1275 incl’s util. Avail now. 250-748-9059
HOMES FOR RENT Amazing Executive Home on 40 acres in Maple Bay, available immediately. New kitchen w/granite counters & heated floor, 3-4 bedrooms, 2 bath, jet bathtub, slate pool table, 2400 sq ft, 5 appls, 2 wood stoves, forced air furnace, private setting, paved driveway, lrg pond & orchard with apples, pears & plums. $1675/m. 1-780-381-4217
CROFTON- 2 bdrms, 1000 sq ft, F/S, W/D, fenced yard, newly reno’d, open concept, located in family mobile home park. Avail now, $850 mo. Call or text for appt only. 250-2461810 or 250-210-1006 (Cell). DUNCAN, Bright, spacious very clean, upper 3 bdrm home w/yard, 1 bath. W/D hookup, D/W. F/S, No pets, drugs, or smoking. Close to town, on bus route. Avail July 1. $1100 + util. (250)732-5666 DUNCAN, large newer 2 bdrm, upper floor, 3 appl’s, shared laundry. Avail now. $1100 incl’s hydro. Pet considered. Ref’s req. (250)737-1613 HONEYMOON BAY- July 1. Charming 3 bdrm home, lrg corner lot, lake views, golf course, parks, beaches. F/S, pet negotiable. $750. briarglen@islandnet.com. Call (250)642-2915. LOVELY MAPLE Bay area home: modern exec. style home, 4 bdrms, 3 bthrms, large living & dining, tons of light. Partly furnished. $2200/month. Avail. June 16th. Tel: 250-748-6429, Email: aerismongolia@gmail.com SHAWNIGAN LAKE: 2 houses; 3 bdrms, 6 appl’s. Rent or rent to own. $1300. Call 250743-5513, 250-213-3681.
OFFICE/RETAIL DOWNTOWN DUNCAN 2500 sq.ft. 6 separate offices, reception, conference area & kitchen, 2nd floor, AC,. $1175/mo. 604-820-8929. DUNCAN: RETAIL/OFFICE space for lease, highway exposure, A/C, ample parking. 250-746-5657 or 748-8671 DUNCAN, office/retail, downtown 950 sq.ft. ground floor, completely reno’d. Reception area, 3 offices. Avail now. 604820-8929
Green Door Society 900 sqft space, incl. 4 office spaces, reception, washroom, 2 parking spaces & triple-net. $1600/month Also, one small office upstairs $330/month. Beautifully Restored Heritage Building and grounds. 250-748-3701, 250-510-1209
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Prime Office Space for lease, Coronation Ave, Duncan. 660 sqft, A/C, parking. (250) 217-1944 michelle.mark@shaw.ca WANT TO GET NOTICED? Prime retail/office space for rent in highly visible historical building on corner of First and Roberts in Ladysmith. 1687 sq. ft. 2 bathrooms, small kitchen, new flooring, A/C. Available June 1st. Call 250-245-2277
RV PADS
LK COW. 2-bdrm townhouse. $600/mo. NS/NP. Avail immediately. (250)886-2720. LK COW: 3 bdrm townhouse (#5-215 Madill), 1.5 bath, 5 appls, single carport, newly painted. $650+ utilities. N/S, sm pet ok. Call 250-477-4524.
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DUNCAN- $660. Serenitypriceless! Hidden gem close to hospital includes all utils, phone, wi-fi, priv bdrm+ bathroom w/separate entrance. SHARE the rest of my home w/me. NS/NP. (250)709-2199.
STORAGE DUNCAN - STORAGE in secure private garage near CDH, approx 14 x 17 with shelving, plus space for small car. Availble April 1. $135/mo. Call after 6 pm 250-748-8855
SUITES, LOWER 1000 SQ.FT. ocean view, private entrance, storage. Hydro, cable, wireless internet incld. F/S, W/D. 1-bdrm. $850. Available now. (250)246-7109 or (250)701-1209. 7 minutes north of Duncan. 1 Bdrm level entry. 2 acre property. Private drive & parking. Full kitchen, W/D, full bath. $750. incl. heat/hydro/cble/internet. Small pet consid. Now. 250-746-6481. CHEMAINUS: BACHELOR, kitchenette, W/D. Private bathroom & entrance. Walk to town. $600 utils incld. Avail now. Call (250)246-1546.
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CHEMAINUS: Immediate or July 1, $600+DD; 1 bdrm, NS/NP; Ref’s req. 250-4160616 or 250-246-0479 COBBLE HILL, 1 bdrm bsmt suite, $800 incls cable & hydro Avail July 1. 250-710-6730. COBBLE HILL, 2 bdrm, main floor, level entry, heat & elec. incl. Newer carpet & paint. No dogs, Ref’s & DD required. $750 mo. Call 250-743-4154 COWICHAN BAY. Spacious lower 2-bdrm duplex, partially furnished. F/S. W/D. $900/mo. Avail. immed. (250)510-3486. CROFTON: 1 bdrm, D/W, microwave, W/D. Private entrance. Patio, garden area. Quiet. At least 2 ref’s. $650. Call (250)246-2661. DUNCAN: 1 bdrm suite, $625. F/S, heat, hydro, basic cable incld. NS/NP, No partiers. Avail now. Ref’s req and DD. 250-748-1825, 250-701-7605.
AVAIL NOW Wharncliffe Rd Clean & well maintained 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, back patio, five unit complex. FS/WD, fenced small garden. 1 yr lease $1200 + some util. Pet considered. Call 250-701-7217.
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Brentwood salvages third place after going in as No. 1 Provincial AA rugby: Loss to Rockridge in the semifinals a heartbreaker Don Bodger
Michael’s,’’ said Flynn. “The leaders stepped forward.’’ Brentwood clobbered D.W. Poppy 68-3 the previous weekend in the first round on home soil. Resuming the tournament at Abbotsford Wednesday, the team came through with a 37-3 victory over G.W. Graham, but it came at a price. A couple of starters had to sit out the semifinal after being sent off and another was sidelined with an injury. But Flynn wasn’t making any excuses for how things turned out against Rockridge. It was a real battle that simply didn’t go Brentwood’s way. “We had an opportunity,’’ he said. “A year ago, we beat Rockridge by a similar type thing.’’ Rockridge’s kicker made a big difference, Flynn pointed out, with three penalty goals. Brentwood held the edge in tries two to one. Loet Huis In’t Veld, the Brentwood captain, made the Commissioner’s XV for his outstanding play. “So many kids played really well,’’ Flynn added. “We have some character people that did a great job.’’ There’s a strong nucleus returning next year when Brentwood will take another shot at provincial supremacy. “We had a really good mix,’’ said Flynn. “In our starting lineup, probably half of the starting people in the final game will all be back. “We’re not in bad shape
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eading into the provincial boys’ high school rugby tournament in Abbotsford, there was a realistic chance of two champions being crowned from the valley. Shawnigan Lake School did its part, moving up from a No. 2 ranking in AAA to claim the title. Brentwood College started the AA portion of the event as the top-ranked team but got derailed by Rockridge in the semifinals and eventually rallied to salvage third place and the bronze medal. It was disappointing for Brentwood not to make the gold medal game, but coach Mike Flynn put it in perspective. “We lost a very tight semifinal against Rockridge, who were a good team, there’s no question,’’ said Flynn. “The initial letdown among the boys was pretty severe,’’ he added. Brentwood had the lead up to the late stages when Rockridge rallied for a 14-12 victory. The team realized it still had a job to do and didn’t want to slip out of the medals entirely. That mission was accomplished with a 29-22 win over St. Michael’s University School of Victoria in the thirdplace game. “They were very prepared and did a very good job against St.
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Brentwood’s senior boys’ rugby team bounced back from a tough semifinal defeat to take the bronze medal in the AA provincial tournament at Abbotsford. Back row, from left, are: Mike Flynn (coach), Keenan Goss, Graham Bradley, Nick Wilson, Keaton Armstrong, Blaine Willick, Marius Strydom, Tom Legge, Merrick Montemurrow, Austin Giles, Toby Digney, Nick Walker, Aiden Rolf, Donovan McKillop, Damien Pawliuk, Dave Grisdale (coach). Front: Ted Schokking, Calvin Simpson, Kai Peters, Zhi-Yao Chen, Joey Robb, Aaron Hersant, Christian Jegodtka, Loet Huis in’t Veld, Ole Borch, Alex Moore. Absent: Sean Jack, Gavin Spooner, Joe Laing, Tom Shaw, Tom Sambell, Dewi Griffiths (coach). and in all key positions as well.’’
T-Birds finish 14th The Cowichan Secondary School Thunderbirds completed AAA provincial boys’ high school rugby tournament play with a win and two losses for 14th place. Cowichan was shut out 14-0 by Argyle of North Vancouver Wednesday. Argyle was a plucky defensive team, Cowichan coach Ron Glass noted. The T-Birds crossed the Argyle line twice only to mishandle and knock the ball on. Penalties also proved costly and Argyle slotted three penalty kicks with one unconverted try. Man of the match for Cowichan was Grade 10 scrum half Josh Jones. Cowichan recorded a 36-22 victory over Elgin Park after trailing 10-5 at halftime. The Grade 12 centre pairing of Darren Parcells and Noah Dobson shared man of the match honours.
Ryan MacDonald scored two tries while Parcells, Brock Gowanlock, Alucious Gray and Rhys Mousley added singles. Mousley also kicked three conversions. Cowichan once again got into penalty trouble early in the match. Ethan Burke picked up his second yellow card and served it at the beginning of the second half. “This seemed to galvanize the T-Birds as they began retaining ball
possession and securing a number of threatening attacks capped off with a brilliant team try scored by Darren Parcells,’’ Glass pointed out. The T-Birds, then full of confidence, were playing at top speed and displaying some of their best rugby of the season. Four more tries earned them a huge lead before Elgin scored a couple with many of Cowichan’s development players in the game.
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The conclusion to the season came Saturday, as the T-Birds lost 34-14 to Carson Graham. Gowanlock and Amish Dobson scored the Cowichan tries, with Noah Dobson making two converts. Gowanlock, a Grade 11 player, was the man of the match at No. 8. Cowichan inserted many of its development players in the lineup and they found themselves under pressure immedi-
ately. Cowichan was forced to play a man down for the final 10 minutes. “Cowichan competed very well at the tournament and was competitive in all its matches,’’ noted Glass. Cowichan was a late replacement in the event for Mount Doug. “It was fantastic to secure the seeding position that they entered the tournament in — No. 14,’’ noted Glass.
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Women’s football: Brown and Mearns step it up for the defence Don Bodger
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he Roofco Sirens can never be taken lightly. The Sirens are a muchimproved team in the Cowichan Women’s Football League and Friday night they put it all together to defeat the Blue Steel Brew 21-14 at McAdam Park. Coming off a tight 12-6 loss to the Wildfire the week before, the Sirens made a noise again by upsetting the Brew with a total team effort — fueled by numerous interceptions. Carmen Brown and Deanne Mearns both ran in interceptions for touchdowns. Shelly McKay also had an interception and added a TD on another play. Lenneke Vinoly made a contribution with yet another Sirens’ interception and Jessica Kato-Koch recorded four sacks. Unfortunately, the Sirens were hit with a reality check in their next game Sunday, losing 52-6 to the powerful Crew. Mearns put the lone TD on the board for the Sirens. Brown had an interception and Kato-Koch registered a sack. The Crew spread the offense around, as usual, with its vaunted attack operating effectively on all cylinders.
In other Sunday action, Moo’s Law upended the Wildfire 25-13. Zazil Martinez and Marika Richard tallied TDs in the losing cause. Dieneke Pedersen notched a one-point convert and Haley Atchison had a sack to spark the defence. The Matrix upended the Ravens 2612 behind strong efforts from several players, with Baljinder Irvine-Manj, Gloria Locke, Emily Verbruggen and Marcie Welcher all scoring TDs. Verbruggen and Welcher also had single-point converts to round out the offense. Ravens’ quarterback Rikki Wylie collected a TD and also nabbed two interceptions on defence. Barbara Smith had the Ravens’ other TD. The Ravens were a completely different team Friday night, pummeling the Wildfire 40-6. Wylie scored a TD, one-point convert and ran back 100 yards for another point and added an interception. Dana Thorne and Jamie Russell each had two TDs, with Russell adding a one-point convert. Emily Williams posted a TD and a pair of one-point converts while Morgan Rogers and Brittney Williams chipped in interceptions. Richard’s TD, Pedersen’s interception and sacks by Ginette Bilina and Atchison were the highlights for the Wildfire.
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Silver medal tennis team members from Brentwood College, back row from left, include: Wes Bertsch (coach), Inigo Otegui, Chris Petrone, Jasper Bowen-Shepherd, Andrew Yehia, Jasper Schmielau, Santiago Godin, Nat Thirawattanawong, Rafay Chaudhry, Conrad Alscher, Nick McLean. Front: Amanda McLean, Raveena Kokal, Spencer Boddy, Georgia Comber, Andjela Stojkovic, Johannah Hixson, Natalie Lawrence, Marci McLean (coach).
Tennis silver becoming a habit
Fate set: Brentwood pushes Collingwood but finishes as provincial runners-up again Don Bodger
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rentwood College practically owns the silver medal at the B.C. high school tennis championships. For the fourth straight year, Brentwood earned silver during the championships in Vancouver. Brentwood moved easily through pool play by defeating R.C. Palmer of Richmond 8-3 and Sa-Hali from Kamloops 7-4. That set up a rematch from the Island AA tennis finals, with Brentwood taking on rival Lambrick Park of Victoria. Brentwood made quick work of a short-staffed Lambrick team to advance into the semifinals. “The team had enjoyed relatively straightforward wins up until this point, but everyone needed to play high-quality tennis in the semifinals against an inspired Okanagan Mission team from Kelowna,’’
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noted coach Marci McLean. The score was tied 3-3 after the first set of matches but then the boys’ and girls’ doubles teams rose to the occasion to secure a 7-4 win. The final was a rematch of the last three years with perennial rival Collingwood of North Vancouver. Outdoor play was interrupted by rain and the tournament was forced indoors. The Brentwood players were focused and ready to play indoors or out. Every set was hotly-contested. The A boys’ doubles and B girls won two sets each and the A girls’ doubles added another. But the other close matches went the other way and Brentwood settled for the silver medal again. “A core group of seniors who have been with the program a number of years will be graduating but we have a good group of Grade 10s and 11s and we expect to be back competing for the top prize next year,’’ noted McLean.
Darby McIntyre Darby McIntyre’s gymnastics talent is clearly on the rise. The Western competition in Winnipeg provided her with many shining moments in the form of three silver medals for team competition and in the floor and vault individual events. “It was really fun,’’ said Duncan Dynamics Gymnastics Club member McIntyre, 13, a Grade 7 student at Salt Spring Island Middle School. “We got to meet new people as well as get experience being somewhere else — being with a team instead of just your coach and your parents.’’ McIntyre’s performance bodes well for the Novice Level 5 gymnast down the road. “It was a surprise as well as I thought I trained hard to get it and it was just exciting,’’ she said. McIntyre started in gymnastics on Salt Spring Island and is now in her second year with the Dynamics that requires a considerable travel commitment to attend practices. “I just needed more training and to be with a better coach like Olga (Mataganova),’’ she said. McIntyre’s results speak for themselves. She’s gone up three levels in just two years and the best is almost certainly yet to come.
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Provincial championships: Esser, Bains on top of the podium in their events
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everal valley athletes reached the podium with superb performances in the B.C. high school track and field championships. Senior and bantam competitions were both very intense. Agnes Esser of Frances Kelsey won the senior girls’ shot put with a toss of 13.52 metres in the finals and finished second to Asianna Covington of Little Flower Academy in the discus after a throw measuring 47.07m. “My competitions were excellent,’’ noted Esser. “I threw well in both events, not personal bests but they were consistent with what I have been throwing lately so I was happy with the outcome.’’ Esser said she expected tough competition in the discus and that’s exactly what happened. Esser was in first place until the last round when Covington threw 48m. “Since both her and I are throwing around that distance, I was definitely expecting and kind of actually hoping that it would be a tough competition,’’ said Esser of
her battle with Covington. “I loved the focus that comes from that kind of intensity. You have to keep a strong mind and not let the pressure of winning or coming second or whatever distract you. I was glad to see that record broken, whether it was going to be me or her that did it. I’m just thrilled to have been a part of that and I had a superb time.’’ In other senior events, Liam Lindsay of Cowichan Secondary attained a bronze medal in the triple jump (13.23m). Kelsey’s Tia Baker made the final of the 200 metres and came fifth in 25.96 seconds. Grade 10 student Taryn Smiley of Cowichan was in the final eight for the 200 and placed just behind Baker in sixth in 26.31. Smiley was close to the final eight in the 100, placing ninth during the preliminaries in 12.67. Cowichan’s Andrew Larson was in the top eight for the triple jump, finishing seventh after recording a leap of 12.87m. The Cowichan girls’ 4x100 relay team of Kaitlyn Lee, Leah Theobald, Kaylyn Kershaw and Smiley placed
seventh in 51.68. Austin Palou of Chemainus Secondary almost made the top eight in the boys’ 100, placing ninth in 11.39. Quamichan girls were dominant in the Grade 8 and 9 category. Chicago Bains ran away with the win in the girls’ 80-metre hurdles in 11.68 seconds. She also earned bronze in the 100 in 12.76. Casey Heyd received silver medals for both the 100 (12.68) and the 200 (26.67). Bains, Heyd, Sophie Ingham and Emma Dame combined to take second in the 4x100 relay in 52.01, with the Mount Prevost team right behind in third in 52.48. Ben William of Quamichan was fifth in the 100 (11.94) and sixth in the long jump (5.58m). Nathaniel White of Chemainus came third in the high jump (1.70m), Nicole Lindsay of Prevost fifth in the 400 (1:00.66) and Ladysmith’s Rachel Jerome won the long jump (5.29m). The track and field scene heats up locally with the annual Garriock meet taking place at the Cowichan Sportsplex Saturday and Sunday.
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Relay speedsters from Quamichan claim the silver medal at the provincial track and field championships. From left are: Sophia Ingham, Casey Heyd, Emma Dame and Chicago Bains. Left, triple jump local trio from the meet, from left, includes: Andrew Larson (Cowichan), Douglas Groenendijk (Duncan Christian) and Liam Lindsay (Cowichan).
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Sign honouring Collinson is now up at Crofton ball field
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The sign is now in place at the Crofton Ball Park in recognition of Ron (Sonny) Collinson. The ball field closest to Robert Street now bears the name of the man who gave so much of his free time to coach young players in Crofton for many years. Collinson died on April 17 at the age of 66. Almost immediately, the call went out to name a field after him, spearheaded by Gerry Hurst and Mike Rochon.
As reported in the News Leader Pictorial following his memorial service May 19, that became a reality when Hurst and Rochon produced a sign to be hung at the field after their efforts received approval from North Cowichan council. The sign was officially unveiled at the site Friday. Other news media is just beginning to report on Collinson’s legacy.
Shawnigan Lake boys capture fifth straight title
Happy ending: Two earlier losses this season to St. George’s long forgotten after provincial rugby success again in Abbotsford Don Bodger
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he amazing Shawnigan Lake School rugby program kept the drive for five alive by producing yet another provincial senior boys’ AAA high school rugby title. Shawnigan went into this year’s tournament ranked No. 2 but beat top-ranked St. George’s of Vancouver 17-12 during Saturday’s championship game at Abbotsford. “I’m very proud of this year’s group,’’ noted Shawnigan Lake coach Tim Murdy. “They have faced more adversity than other teams in the past. This included a season-ending injury to one of our top forwards, Randall Barton. However, the team rallied behind Randall and each other to push forward and remain focused on the goal.’’ Grade 12 student Barton learned his final season of high school rugby was over two months ago. “I went in for an MRI and it was completely torn,’’ he said. Barton turned his attention to a role as a forwards coach, helping the other guys recognize certain situations on the field from his personal experience. “It definitely changed your perspective,’’ he said. “My role on the team was definitely different.
“I could see what they were doing from a technical perspective.’’ Arch-rival St. George’s thought this was definitely its year to hunt down the Stags. “Lots of them were extremely depressed,’’ observed team member Kris Kalhs, who plays lock but was a sub for the tight game where Murdy didn’t make any lineup changes. “Right before, they were bad-talking us. It made them feel even worse after they lost.’’ Shawnigan lost the first game it played this season to St. George’s 20-15 and St. George’s shut out Shawnigan 21-0 in the final of the B.C. sevens. The pre-tournament hype revolved around the likelihood of Shawnigan and St. George’s playing for the title and that’s exactly what happened. The last thing Shawnigan wanted was to lose three times to St. George’s this season. “It was a very tight and physical final,’’ noted Murdy. “St. George’s is a very good side. Our boys came out on top after some very tense moments leading into the final whistle.’’ “I thought everything was kind of pointed toward that game,’’ said Raul Barron, a Grade 12 student who hails from Mexico and just started playing rugby when he came to Shawnigan in Grade 10. “That was our whole season
that game. “It was pretty crazy. I didn’t expect it to be that intense. It was a really close game. It was well-fought till the end. There was never a point any team was going to win for sure.’’ “It was a great experience, still equally exciting from the sideline,’’ said Kalhs, who’s from Edmonton and also didn’t have any rugby experience before arriving at Shawnigan in Grade 9. “I think our forwards really took it to them. They did a good job with aggression levels.’’ The game required 100 per cent focus,’’ noted captain Oliver Nott, who was named to the President’s XV. “The game was finely balanced throughout and we knew that one mistake could cost us the match. We knew we were physically strong enough but the biggest triumph was maintaining our mental toughness to the final whistle. Also, our coaches provided the game plan that we needed to succeed. The win required a huge physical and mental effort to overcome a very good Saints’ team.’’ Giuseppe DuToit exhibited some exceptional kicking and was a standout throughout the tournament and all season, along with Chris Miles. There was a heavy concentration of valley players, including Nott, Jenner Teufel and Tyler Beselt and Grade 10 starters Cole Milne and
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The drive for five provincial titles stayed alive to become a reality for Shawnigan Lake School’s First XV rugby team. The team celebrates the continuation of a dynasty in Abbotsford, above. Chris Miles, below, finds a gap and runs for space in the dramatic B.C. final against St. George’s. George Barton. “All of the teams are very unique in their make-up, but I would have to say that this year’s group had more of a collective resolve in trying to attain their goals,’’ noted Murdy. “There certainly was strong leadership, but it was supported by a huge amount of passion for each other and the school. “We had an outstanding captain, but he was also supported by a very strong leadership group of senior players.’’ After destroying Elgin Park 76-7 in the first round at Brentwood College, Shawnigan faced West Vancouver in the quarterfinals Wednesday when the tournament and this time feels better than Shawnigan could make it six resumed in Abbotsford and previous times because we or even seven in a row with won 27-5. A 45-7 victory were up against a team with the quality of the talent comover Earl Marriott in the similar ability to us and we ing up through the ranks. semifinals while St. George’s all had to play at our best to “Our Colt As were island throttled Yale 35-6 set up the win,’’ summed up Nott. champions this year and clash of the titans in the final. It’s a long time before the produced some outstanding “This is the third time that I next tournament is played, rugby during the season,’’ have won this championship but there’s a realistic chance noted Murdy.
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Stingrays’ swimmers putting themselves to the test at the Mel Zajac Junior International meet, from left, are: Natalia Garriock, Chelsea Langelo and Laura Kissack. Dominique Austin (not pictured) also participated. for it.’’ Garriock made the B final in the 50-metre and 100 fly. She also broke her own club records in both events. Langelo, 22, entered five races and had three personal bests while equaling or climbing in the rankings in each case. She went up 21 spots in the 50 fly to 62nd. “I actually felt really good for a tired meet,’’ Langelo said.
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