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Beaver replaces Dominion as bay’s new freeloader
Free squatting: Replica paddlewheeler arrives when Dominion departs Peter W. Rusland
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Replica paddlewheeler Beaver sits in Cowichan Bay after recent departure of derelict ship Dominion, believed hauled for scrap. Lack of federal laws allow derelict-vessel dumping in Canadian waters.
ello Beaver, goodbye Dominion. Cowichan Bay folks say the day derelict Dominion was hauled away — June 23 — faux-paddlewheeler Beaver was left in its wake. Ridding the bay of wooden, blackand-white Beaver may prove as difficult as disposing of the fuel-filled Dominion — she sat in the bay for five years before apparently being towed two weeks ago to Mexico for scrapping. It was unknown if Beaver has fuel aboard, Kato Gallacher of the Fisherman’s Wharf government facility explained. “It’s tied to a ball-mooring buoy. The day the Dominion left, it was on the hook.” Beaver was not posing a navigational hazard, she noted. That danger would spark action from federal Transport Canada agents. But without derelict-boat legislation from Ottawa — as proposed by Cowichan MP Jean Crowder — ship owners can simply dump vessels wherever they want in Canadian waters. That legally reckless approach worried bay Director Lori Iannidinardo and resident Thomas Wagner. “It’s just ‘Bring it to the Cowichan Valley; no one will bother you,’” Iannidinardo said, noting Beaver arrived in the bay about four months ago as another knot in a string of
derelicts dumped there. She reckoned American Robert Van Riter carried out his March 2012 plan to buy Dominion from Oregonian Robert Hall, then hauled Beaver to the bay, tied them together but “didn’t get the right documents to take the Beaver away.” Riter’s whereabouts were unknown at press time. “We may have another (parked) Dominiontype of vessel,” Iannidinardo said of the replica of the original 1835 paddlewheeler that sunk in 1888 off Stanley Park. “Called the Beaver, it may look like a nice, interesting old paddlewheel boat, but it’s an ill-fated replica of the real boat,” Wagner wrote the News Leader Pictorial. “The only claim to fame it ever had was as a party boat during Expo ‘86; it has been dock-hanging in Victoria ever since.” There’s far more history to 137-foot, dieselpowered Beaver: she was built by the Canadian Navy in 1966; refitted in Esquimalt in 1971; later sold to Vancouver buyers, and eventually used for charter cruises during the 2010 Vancouver Olympics. “I don’t think it has an engine either. When the tug took the Dominion away, it brought us another derelict to take its place,” Wagner said, questioning feckless federal wisdom. “How do we wind up with all the junk that floats our way? “Next time you look in the bay, remember the Dominion and how long it was a hazard here. What’s next; the Gorge Waterway Navy they have to clean up in Victoria?”
Boy dies after Sunday’s mishap in Cowichan Bay home pool
Tragic circumstances: Three-year-old succumbs to injuries after being airlifted to Vancouver hospital
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local boy involved in Sunday’s neardrowning at a home-pool has died, police say. Despite best efforts of first responders and medical staff, the three-year-old boy, who would have turned four in two months, found unresponsive in a
backyard pool in Cowichan Bay on June 30, has died in hospital, Wednesday’s press release from the North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP says. The B.C. Coroners Service has been notified of the child’s death, and now has conduct of the investigation. RCMP will continue assisting the Coroners Service with its probe into the death of the Cowichan Bay lad, whose name
hasn’t been released. “Police investigators have not found any evidence to suggest criminal involvement in this death,” the release says. Details will be released by the Coroners Service as available. The accident happened at around 10:30 a.m. when emergency services were called to a Cowichan Bay home where the boy was found unresponsive in a pool, Sgt. Chris Swain’s release
said. The parents were home at that time. The child, in critical condition with cardiac arrest, was flown — via helicopter that landed on Bench school’s playing field — to Vancouver Children’s Hospital. Police and first responders remind everyone to take extra caution around water this summer to avoid a repeat of Sunday’s tragedy.
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Last week’s trash burn on Cowichan Tribes’ land near Duncan is under federal investigation. “We are working with Cowichan Tribes to identify solutions, and a recommended course of action in respect to what may now be a contaminated site,” says Thursday’s email to the News Leader Pictorial from Hazel Desharnais of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development
Canada. The feds visited the burn site — along Qwulshemut Road, off Indian Road — and met with the Cowichan First Nation this week, she notes. However, federal efforts “to engage the operator” of that site — registered to Tribes, and sitting outside local-government jurisdiction — have been unsuccessful to date, Desharnais
adds. The operator — called “an individual” by Chief Harvey Alphonse — was issued a cease-anddesist order by the federal government in February regarding storage of garbage on the site. That’s where construction debris, tires, woodwaste, and other unknown junk was torched between June 25 and 28. Toxic smoke choked the
Cowichan News Leader Pictorial A3 Duncan area before the mountainous garbage fire was ordered snuffed by chief and council. Aboriginal Affairs enforces Indian Reserve Waste Disposal Regulations. Those convicted of violating those regulations can face a fine not exceeding $100, jail for a term not exceeding three months, or both.
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New chapter for daycare ladies Trading places: Thorne and McNeely awarded positions at Ecole Mount Prevost Ashley Degraaf
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olks with children using the before and after school care program at Ecole Duncan Elementary are breathing a sigh of relief. That follows news Duncan El’s much-loved daycare providers, Brianna Thorne and Heather McNeely, have been awarded positions at Ecole Mount Prevost school come September. “They now have a new chapter in their lives and are very happy to be starting their own daycare within the school, which will also have a French preschool component during the day,” said Duncan
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ementary education, Sheryl Koers, had been in charge of the daycare shuffle. They had ensured in a previous article Mt. Prevost school has enough room for the former Duncan El daycare program but were waiting on approval from licensing before a tendering process took place. Other childcare programs are expected to be available at Bonner and Discovery. A fourth school wasn’t so lucky. Koers confirmed the pre-school and before- and after-school program run by Mark Sorenson for seven years at Drinkwater Elementary has been axed since that school is now “jam-packed” and the space was needed for an influx of students next year.
wenty per cent of Echo Heights forest could be developed for housing, pending more input to council, North Cowichan’s mayor says. Jon Lefebure explained if council eventually passes the proposed 20% option — after a staff report, plus committee and public advice — the rest of Chemainus’ 54-acre site would be saved as parkland. He and four councillors approved staff’s option among three last Wednesday, sparking study and discussion about the 20% option. Councillors Al Siebring and John Koury voted against that motion. “The motion council passed was based on a staff report recommending a balanced option — 20-, 30- or 40% be developed, and the remainder left as parkland,” said Lefebure. Council also backed staff’s motion to rescind its earlier, controversial plan to develop 40% of Echo Heights. That plan had second reading but remained in limbo for about two years. Lefebure knows some Chemaniacs — including himself — want all of taxpayer-owned Echo Heights set aside. “I’d be pleased to see the whole area preserved, but I respect the other opinions that envision some part of it being developed.” The 20% would fill an area cleared by council in the ‘90s for development “but lot prices were low, so that didn’t happen, and scrub took over.” “Now we’re looking to see what the 20% option looks like on the ground, how much forest will be affected, and how close it comes to the (80%) ecological area. “There’s not just one option for Echo Heights, as evidenced by (June 19) voting around the table. The most important thing we can do is resolve this issue once and for all,’’ he said. “Some people have suffered a great deal of anxiety over Echo Heights.”
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Once Upon a Day correction
Regarding the June 28 article on the Once Upon a Day Cowichan award in the News Leader Pictorial, film producer Nick Versteeg points out it
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owichan Valley Regional bylaw head honcho Brian Duncan’s not taking recent “gifts” to Chemainus River Park lightly. Cleanup crews were expected to be out in full force after several messes of bottles, cans and tents, even pallets left after recent shin-
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hirty-nine Days Of July is likely Canada’s longest summer festival. The lslands Folk Festival is among our nation’s most beloved folkfests. And SunFest — headlined by country superstar Alan Jackson this year — has eclipsed the Merritt Mountain Music Festival. Rock of the Woods has also grabbed regular attendance. Drop your weed-eater and your barbecue tongs and buy your tickets now. It doesn’t get any better than this. But there’s much more. Those events are simply some of this summer’s biggest Warm Land attractions. Arts addicts are planning stops for this weekend’s Visions Studio Tour, for instance. And the Shawnigan Players are busy rehearsing August’s outdoor staging of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night. Get the picture? Something for all ages, budgets and Many amaztastes in a region boasting one of Canada’s highest concentrations of ing artistic artists. attractions on Still, some Cowichanians let everyone else have all the fun, shrugging “I tap missed that”, or “I was gonna go, but ...”, or “Next year, for sure.” Why wait until then? There’s a party in progress now, or there soon will be. Broke? Well, downtown’s 39 Days is free — and money well spent by local merchants and governments. Visions is gas money. Most festivals offer daily rates, plus other services such as shuttles. Amazingly, we still hear some folks whine “There’s nothing to do in drunken Duncan.” Where have they been? That inane nickname was applied decades ago; since diluted mostly by volunteer-driven arts-andculture events. It was replaced by what 39 Days’ impresario Longevity John Falkner calls “A rather fun place to be.” His catchy motto could apply to Cowichan year-round. Act now — or blame yourself later.
We say:
Seeing both sides of: hot fun in the summertime The case against
The case for Enjoy yourselves. Summertime is a great time for so many activities in the valley, like Honeymoon Bay Days, complete with fireworks. Communities band together to celebrate the season and individual families embark on camping holidays. The sun only lasts so long and there is so much to see and do in around the valley to make the season memorable.
Sky lights up over Honeymoon Bay during fireworks.
Clark ramming in a summer session unreasonable
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all it the Beach Blanket Budget. Despite having to campaign once again to win a seat in a byelection, Premier Christy Clark has ordered the legislature to sit without her through most of July to pass the budget that was tabled before the election. This rare summer session ensures a couple of things. First, there will be less time for real financial results to contradict the rosy predictions made by Finance Minister Mike de Jong in February. Second, it ensures there will be minimum public attention paid to the deliberations, as people focus on their summer vacations and put the business of running the province aside again. B.C. Liberal house leader Mike de Jong insists there has been no decision made on whether the legislature will sit again in the fall. The standard schedule, put in place under former premier Gordon Campbell, calls for MLAs to assemble
in October and November, to consider legislation, after a spring devoted to the budget and ministry spending. This was a serious reform that went along with four-year scheduled elections. But Campbell soon abandoned this noble approach, with fall sessions dwindling to a few days to deal with urgent issues or disappearing altogether. I expected Clark to reverse that after she led the party to victory in May and consigned the Campbell era to the history books. Open, accountable government and all that. So why the summer session? I’m inclined to agree with NDP house leader John Horgan, who meets privately with de Jong, in his role of government house leader, to thrash out schedules. Here’s Horgan’s message to Clark and her government as he emerged from the latest meeting: “You ran on a platform that you claimed you were ready to implement. And what we’re getting instead is, ‘Let’s jam ’em in here while the media’s on holidays, while people are at the beach thinking about other things. We’ll pass
our bogus budget and then we’ll see you in February.’” Is the budget accurate, or “bogus,” or somewhere in between? They’re always projections, so that can’t be determined until next year. But the proposal to keep the increase in overall spending to less than 2%, with nearly all the increase going to health and education, is difficult to accept. During his time, Campbell topped the Fraser Institute’s ranking of most fiscally responsible premiers, limiting spending growth to 4.4 %. During those same years, average provincial economic growth was only 4.1 %, meaning that under the supposedly tight-fisted, tax-cutting Campbell, government continued to grow to more than 20 % of gross domestic product. Clark has indicated several times since her surprise election win that she intends to make government smaller. That’s the difference between her “core review” of government programs and the one conducted by Campbell in the painful first years of his mandate. This is why I mentioned last week that one
There are so many downsides to summer mainly because of stupidity. Don’t be in a hurry to get somewhere on the roads because it’s not going to happen. Be careful at all swimming sites, especially diving into the water off a bank or cliff. And don’t forget the sunscreen. But, most of all, think before you act. So many tragedies can be averted with a little common sense.
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of the more significant instructions given to Clark’s cabinet ministers was to examine turning the Liquor Distribution Branch into a separate corporation with its own board of directors. That in itself may slightly increases the size of government. But it could be a preliminary step to selling the whole thing off and reducing the government’s role to taxing and regulating booze sales. You can imagine how that would go over with the NDP, with former liquor store union boss George Heyman among the loudest opposition MLAs. This is the kind of change that should be debated in public, not by press release. Tom Fletcher is the legislative reporter for Black Press. Reach him at tfletcher@blackpress.ca.
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What worries you about last week’s trash-burn on Tribes’ land? “They need a different way to dispose of their garbage. My co-workers and I were coughing really bad. It’s their land, but they shouldn’t be allowed to burn without public consent.”
“I’m not happy about it because you don’t know what they’re burning.”
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Burning ban might doom carbon busters
Let’s keep it simple if we have to change the name
Dear editor Re: North Cowichan change of legal name Although I agree that the legal name of “The Corporation of the District of North Cowichan” is unwieldy, the proposed change to “District Municipality of North Cowichan” is awkward. None of the other 50 district municipalities in B.C. have the word “municipality” in their legal names, and almost all use “Village of,” “Town of,” “City of,” or “District of.” Changing to the simpler “District of North Cowichan” would align our name with the style used by the rest of the province. If we are to go through the expense of a change, it would help to avoid future changes by following the province-wide style. Harley Acheson
In my opinion: Keep trees, burn debris
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arbon Busting is an unusual phrase and is being misused. This leads to a complete misunderstanding of the real problem. That problem is the ongoing creation of carbon dioxide. No living, air-breathing animal can ‘bust carbon’ but can only be a CO2 contributer. Surely, it must be clear to anyone with even a grade school education that if CO2 is increasing, then ‘O’ must be decreasing, and if the rate of Cowichan decrease keeps accelerating , oxygen depletion is inevitable. Oxygen is an element and cannot, in itself, be We’re too far gone, it’s time to start created. But, and it is a big but, if you remove the preserving it all carbon from CO2, oxygen can be released – two Dear editor Peter W. Rusland to one. North Cowichan Councillor Kate Marsh The chemical process that accomplishes oxygen Valley gal Tamara Wikkerink’s fl owing, white wedding gown leaped to sight recently on a quiet, country road in hit the nail on the head in June when she release has been recognized world wide and has Cowichan Station, opposite St. Andrew’s Church, after she married Nanaimo fi ance Aaron Denniger. They were getdefended her opinion that North Cowichan been functioning for almost forever. This miracle ting into vehicles, with help from friend Rachel Wiens, before heading to a reception July 15. should preserve all of Echo Heights Forest, chemical process is totally automatic and free! not just 60 or 80%. She noted, correctly, that by unusual forest fires, or those in New the job of the elected officials to set the goals We need only not destroy the factories where this 99.5% of the ancient Douglas fir ecosystem process takes place. York, who have a bill for $70 billion with no and objectives of government, not the staff. has already been destroyed on this island. Do you remember learning in school the word guarantee that another unusual hurricane It was symptomatic of the problem, Therefore, the municipal staff’s position that won’t come back to destroy their houses and when during the 2013 plan process, North photosynthesis, where magical molecules, in a “balanced” approach would be to preserve lives again. Wake up people — unusual, and Cowichan Councillor John Koury asked for the presence of sunlight, air and water, extract only some part of this small tract of fir was unbalanced, climatic events will come again a 2% ceiling on 2013 property tax increases. carbon from CO2? The carbon goes to create the wrong. When you have already destroyed structures that support the chemical factories, and again until we stop burning fossil fuels. Staff and council, on the basis that the almost all of something, is it reasonable to and the oxygen is released for us to breath. Free What are we waiting for? budget process was too far along, outright argue that saving only some of the remainoxygen! Isn’t that amazing? Peter Nix ignored him. North Cowichan’s labour ing land is a “balanced” position. I don’t At a 2012 meeting about Coastal Douglas Fir Maple Bay contract is up at the end of this year. Let’s think so. Since that entire ecosystem is see North Cowichan negotiate a responsible in B.C., I learned in that year a German manualmost destroyed, a balanced decision would facturer paid $1.5 million so a 55-acre eco-system zero-cost contract! be to preserve everything of what little is left. Let’s elect a council that cares of old growth could be saved from the saw and Next municipal election, it is time to put OK, I realize the 20% to be developed has continue to add oxygen to B.C.’s atmosphere. councillors in office who have the taxpayers about our wallets been mostly destroyed; however, that land Hopefully, enough to compensate for that interests as top priority. Dear editor could have been restored. industry’s production of CO2 in Germany, That, Don Swiatlowski Some local elected directors in the CVRD This same discussion about whether an I believe is how a ‘carbon offset’ is supposed to North Cowichan are calling for a review of salaries and pay action is reasonable or balanced should be work. scales. The directors say the bureaucrats obapplied to climate change. Since the concen- ject to a review. At a time when the provinAt the rate of $1.5 million paid by the German To be charitable, name not the best company, tration of carbon dioxide is already above the 100-plus large trees growing on cial government has been following a policy levels needed for a stable climate, there is no my one-acre lot should be worth about $18,000. of zero increases for some time, how is it that choice balance left. So the only reasonable action Most of those trees are more than 100 feet tall the local government bureaucrats think they Dear editor is to reduce our carbon emissions to zero as and I wonder how many tonnes of CO2 they are immune to similar treatment? Congratulations to the Topless for Ta Tas soon as possible. Don’t believe me? Well, just have converted since I opted to not fall but to Income growth by private sector employorganizers for the money raised to help ask the citizens of Calgary, who have just ees has been near flat since 2008. These are battle breast cancer. But I do have a problem keep and care for them. been flooded by unusual rain events; or the Forest maintenance consists mainly of gatherthe folks, along with government royalties, with the name. Are we saving “Ta-Tas” or people in Colorado, who are being burned ing debris every time the wind blows. The debris corporate income taxes, and user fees that do we care anything for the women with ultimately pay public sector wages. While the breast cancer? If a woman has breast cancer is gathered principally from walking paths, provincial government has been pursuing we should worry about her and save her and driveways, roofs and decks, wheelchair ramp, etc. The 70 old fir alone drop about 1,000 pounds zero pay increases, our local government remove the ta-tas if necessary. of flammable material in a year with no strong employees, such as North Cowichan’s, had Paul Gower storms. Year after year, I gather it up and store it a basic 3% wage increase in 2013. Along comment submitted at cowichannewsleader.com “Do you think Canada needs derelict vessel regulations?” until it is dry enough to burn. It is a lot of work! with that, the local governments have been You answered: (58 votes) Lots of stooping, bending, lifting and dragging. increasing taxes far above the growth in 94 per cent YES The oxygen my little forest produces is surely wages in the private sector. The root cause of More letters online blown westward by the daily ocean breezes and this problem is that our elected officials do To vote on the next Question of the Week, log onto the those living in that direction, like Duncan, get the not have the management skill or leadership Also, read fresh stories every day and share your thoughts benefit of it. web poll at www.cowichannewsleader.com drive to put the interests of the taxpayers with the community immediately through the comments I understand no one there knows or cares about above the interests of the bureaucrats. It is function at cowichannewsleader.com that, but I really care about my bit of old growth. Those trees filter out wind carried particulate, pump hundreds of gallons of water into the atmosphere and are the true living Carbon Busters and are part of the only eight per cent of what is left on the coast of B.C. Here are some tips: Keep it short — 300 words or less; Keep it local — letters raised in We want to hear your opinion on just about any matter of local interest. If a total ban on burning of woody debris is response to issues raised in our pages get top priority; Keep it clean — attack the issue, Here’s how to send it to us: enacted, I fear that will condemn my trees. 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Community Kitchens connects Into the park: Duncan’s first cob oven underway at Centennial Park as group creates outdoor cooking project
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owichan Community Kitchens has taken food growing to the next level. With the help of a large group of community partners, Community Kitchens is building Duncan’s first outdoor cob oven at Centennial Park. “We want to get back to preparing our own food from garden to table,” said Kitchen’s Gina Talbot. “It will naturally draw people together to share food with their neighbours and is a natural fit in an active family park and community garden space. “The concept of an outdoor cooking space provides Community Kitchens participants a way of connecting with the community and being in a park. Food and the preparation of food helps bring people together.” The project just recently took shape after three years of envisioning. “Not only does this provide the city the ability to create a unique experience and environment for community gatherings, it gives us the opportunity to observe a cleaner burning technology from which future policies and permits allowing outdoor ovens on private properties would be developed,” said Duncan CAO Peter de Verteuil. A cob oven is typically built using clay, sand, straw, fire bricks and used for baking pizzas, pies, breads, soups, and pastries, or anything else you’d normally make in a conventional oven. And it’s not only cool in its eco-and-community gathering senses. It will be a public art piece as well. Joining in the creativity are cob artists and natural builders Pat Amos and Sarah Way. Partners in the project include the City of Duncan, B.C. Arts Council and Peninsula Co-op, as well as local partners, Cowichan Tribes and the Hiiye’Yu Lelum (House of Friendship). A community celebration “The First Bake” is set for Sept. 14.
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1967: softball
by Ann Andersen
On the district champion Alexander elementary school softball team were: Cecile St. Amand, Pam Storoschuk, Carrie Rodger, Scheryl Konschuk, Mona Pepin, Dorana Halldorson, Kathy Henderson, Debbie Freeman and Gail Wilkinson.
1967: fall fair
After more than half a century of Wednesday fairs, directors of Cobble Hill Fall Fair decided to change the day, announcing the 58th fair would be held Tuesday, Sept. 5. However, the fair would not expand from its traditional one-day duration, directors said.
1967: essays
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Top achievers in the Leader’s essay contest My Responsibility as a Canadian were Glen Maddin, Chemainus secondary, who won $25; Bill Gould, Shawnigan Lake Boys’ School, $15; and Dan Cheetham, Chemainus secondary, $10.
Flooding always a community concern Dateline 1967: CPR warns of channel wipeout
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Allison Brown bringing double the folk to downtown Duncan is a brave new world for “Uncle” Dan Henshaw. The mandolin accompanist has joined road warrior roots songstress Allison Brown on a 29-day train tour of western Canada. The Duncan Summer Festival’s 39 Days of July will be counted among their stops. Windsor’s Brown is playing two shows — a free outdoor concert at Charles Hoey Park the afternoon
of July 11, and an intimate indoor show at the Duncan Garage Showroom later that night. “(It’s) my fourth trip to Canada’s west,” Brown said in an email. “I’ll be bringing along a new collection of recordings on my Secret Identity E” fresh from the House Of Miracles studio in Cambridge, Ontario.” Dimes are thin for this pair of pennies traversing the continent, fans and friends can support their
journey by supporting their “Wreck-less on Vancouver Island” fund toward a 13-day rental of a long-loved ‘rent-a-wreck’ from Nanaimo’s colourful and reliable Practi-car as they travel across the entire island, the pair’s promo material states. The Duncan Garage Showroom show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10 advance, $12 at the door. More infor at duncangarageshowroom.ca.
Spyder works wonders from Benatar’s shadow The other half: Songwriter, guitar player and husband has been sharing the muse with Grammy winner for 35 years
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ehind every successful rock queen is a good husband. In Pat Benatar’s case, that spouse is guitarist, songwriter and producer Neil (Spyder) Giraldo. The couple and their band play the Cowichan Theatre July 9, promising to unpack tons of familiar hits spanning Hit Me With Your Best Shot, I Need A Lover, Heartbreaker, Fire And Ice, and Shadows of the Night. Those numbers helped earn Benatar four Grammy awards, landing her among the most popular female vocalists in all of ‘80s rock. Guitar-lifer Giraldo was there at each step, helping the woman he told the News Leader Pictorial was his saviour. “If not for Pat, I’d be dead,” the energetic guy said recently from Modesto, California. “She saved my life in 1979, in all ways. Pat’s very focused, sweet and kind. She changed everything in my wacky world. I’m a tortured artist and I’m all over the place; I’m constantly writing — my mind never stops, but Pat turns my vision into reality.” That vision is seen by fans during the couple’s 150-some-show-a-year jaunt across North America and Europe. Deep personal philosophies (the Taoist I Ching also offers guidance), plus family and friends keep Giraldo grounded despite the hype, and road grind. “In this business, most people are so great and sweet, and everybody kinda loves everyone.” Still, Giraldo’s keenly aware the industry’s dog-eat-dog stigma isn’t buried very far away. “You still have that, but if you’re a nice guy and sincere, people respond to what you really are.” That brand of candor also yields Giraldo’s modesty while his wife’s often in the spotlight. To Cleveland-native Giraldo, 57, it’s about reporting reality for the sake of truth, not ego. “The only awkward thing is that the truth
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was never told,” he said of some media to whom he’s just background to Benatar. “When you’re trying to market something, and they can’t tell the truth, that was the part that’s difficult — but we found a way to do it.” It’s called solid teamwork, he explained, quoting a former U.S. president. “Ronald Regan said, ‘You’ll be surprised to see what you get done if you don’t worry about who gets the credit.’” Still, Giraldo said he was at the controls in the studio. “I was in charge, like a dictator, and it worked.” So well, the guitar adept — who first grabbed an axe at age six — gained respect from many of his rock heroes. He remembered meeting Led Zepplin’s Jimmy Page, and Robert Plant after a Benatar show one night in London. Many others made his acquaintance over the years, humbling Giraldo who was influenced by Chuck Berry, and Brits Jeff Beck, The Kinks, and The Who. “The big early one for me was The Yardbirds,” he said, noting he hasn’t yet met member Eric Clapton. “For me, it was about song structure and chords, rather than the notes. It was more about attacking the instrument.” Those battles saw Giraldo amass about 250 guitars, some through endorsements. He saluted guitar icon Rick Derringer with whom he toured, and recorded on Derringer’s 1979 album Guitars And Women. About then Giraldo, who also plays bass and piano, moved to New York City where Catch A Rising Star producers suggested he join a talented young singer named Benatar. His playing and her pipes caught fire. Thirty-odd years later, the couple has two grown daughters, homes in Hawaii and California — plus Grammies in storage. “At home, we don’t want to see a bunch of records on the wall. We’d rather see great
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Neil Giraldo has been singer Pat Benatar’s partner in life and in music for nearly 35 years. Italian paintings. We know what we’ve accomplished; we don’t need to be stroked by
that stuff.” Guitars aside, Giraldo gets amped playing golf. “The whole game of golf transfers to life. Like golf, as soon as the studio tape starts
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Visions Art Tour: tour more than 17 local artisans’ studios throughout the Cowichan
Valley — map and more info at www.visionsarttour.ca. The Stanfields: 9:30 p.m., Cobblestone Pub, 3566 Holland Ave., Cobble Hill. Tickets $7. Call 250-743-4232.
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Bonehoof /Fall Fair Car: Victoria indie bands, 8:30 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 201-330 Duncan St., Duncan. Tickets $10 advance, $12 at the door. Call 250-748-7246. Rock of the Woods Pre-Party: Davenport, Band of Rascals and Pretty Heart Parkers, 8 p.m., Cobblestone Pub, 3566 Holland Ave., Cobble Hill. Tickets $15. Call 250-7434232. Lonesome Don Wilkie and the Bilgewater Buoys: at the Duncan Farmer’s Market, City Square stage, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Loose Change: Rock and roll 8:30 p.m., Oak & Carriage Pub, 3287 Cowichan Lake Rd., Duncan. Cover $5 after 9 p.m. Call 250-746-4144. Summer Nights in Lake Cowichan: Local talent in Central Park, 6 to 8:30 p.m., by donation. Movies in the Park: a popular family-oriented event, 9 p.m., Crofton Old School Museum Field (by Saltspring ferry terminal). Admission is free or by donation towards a new skate park.
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Molly Porter shows her entrepreneurial spirit selling jewelry streetside in Duncan. Proceeds were to help Molly and her family take a camping trip to Salt Spring Island. Chemainus Street Market: handmade crafts, local specialty food, clothing, collectibles, and plants for your home and garden on Willow Street with more than 120 vendors, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sunday Jerry Bryant Quartet: Local jazz, 2 to 5 p.m., Crofton Ho-
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Monday Cowichan Estuary Summer Camps: six weeks of day camps exploring the diversity of the Cowichan Bay Estuary. Camps: The Estuary is our Home (ages six to 8), Estuary Exposed
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Thursday Alison Brown: Roots songstress Allison Brown and brave mandolin accompanist ‘Uncle’ Dan Henshall, 8 p.m.,
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QUESNEL, Olive (nee Still)
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passed away peacefully on June 23, 2013 at the Oak Bay Lodge in Victoria. Survived by her loving family; daughters, Barbara Mayhew, Darlene Robinson, Teresa McArthur, Susan Quesnel and Sharon Rethmeier; two sons, Harold and Mike Quesnel, 13 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren, and one brother, Gordon Still.
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Service of remembrance will be held at the Sands Funeral Chapel, 187 Trunk Road, Duncan, BC on Saturday, July 6, 2013 from 1 to 3 pm. Reception to follow the service.
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GENEREUX, Marion Lovina July 27, 1923 – June 22, 2013 Mom passed away peacefully at Cairnsmore Place in Duncan, BC on Saturday, June 22, 2013. Mom was born in Portage La Prairie, Manitoba July 27, 1923. Predeceased by her husband Paul in September of 1983 and her parents Frank and Isabelle Longstreet, siblings Ames, Grace, Jack, Everett, Frank, Kathleen, Daisy, Eleanor, Allan, Stewart, and Ray; also two baby brothers. She leaves behind her son, Eugene and her daughter Pauline (Gary) Jackson, grandchildren Tony (Belinda) Jackson, Cary Ann (Jason) Jordan, great-grandchildren: Aaron and William Calvert, Ryelee Simard, Jared and Jackson Jordan. A big thank you to Dr. Ibrahim and the staff at Cairnsmore Place who showed Mom such dignity and compassion in her final days. A memorial service will be held at Sands Funeral Chapel, 187 Trunk Road in Duncan on Saturday, July 13, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. Flowers gratefully declined, please make donations in memory of Marion to the Clements Centre Society. SANDS of DUNCAN 250-746-5212 BALKWILL, Shirley Ann (nee Walbaum) (VanOene) June 22, 1947 – June 23, 2013 66yrs. Bravely fought cancer until passing away the day after her 66th birthday in Cowichan District Hospital. She is predeceased by her first husband Lorne VanOene, second husband John Balkwill, beloved brother Ronald, dear mother Vina Inman (Wood), father Andrew Walbaum and step father Frank Inman. She leaves to mourn her brother Richard (Donna), daughters Tracy (Bill) and Lori and two grandsons she was ever so proud of: Aidan (who she raised for the last 5 years) and Nathan, family in Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Ontario and some very fine friends especially Jo, Lesley, Marilyn and Gen. Shirley was born in Weyburn, Saskatchewan, lived for a time in Balgonie, Regina and Stoughton as well as Kitchener, Ontario before settling on the West Coast in Cowichan Bay. Shirley learned to power squadron with her husband, John, had a blast with the dragon boaters and enjoyed being part of the Warmland Calligrapher group. She even volunteered for a time with the Cowichan Community Policing. Thank you to Shirley’s dear friends who were there for her in her time of need: especially Jo, Lesley, Barbara, Marilyn and life-long friend, Gen. Thanks also to the wonderful staff at the Cowichan District Hospital. Shirley loved animals and was known for taking in animals that others let down. At Shirley’s request there will be no service. Flowers graciously declined, If desired, a donation in Shirley’s honour can be made to the Cowichan SPCA or to the Canadian Cancer Society. FIRST MEMORIAL FUNERAL SERVICES
250-748-2134
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WRIGHT, Winifred “Elsie’’ Elise Wright passed away on June 10, 2013 after a brave battle with cancer. She was born on November 11, 1921 in Risca, Wales. Predeceased by her loving husband William and her son Gordon and his wife Chris. She is survived by her daughter Sylvia and grandsons: Sean (Jennifer), Philip (Liv) and Ryan Irg; also grandson Geoff Wright and granddaughter Annie Wright; and her many friends. A special thank you to Isabel and Marg for their support and caring. Elise was a long time resident of Duncan and spent many of her early years as an elementary school teacher; as a mother raising her children and later enjoying the company of her grandchildren and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cancer Society. A tea will be held in Elise`s memory on July 13, 2013 from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. at the Silver Park Clubhouse, 2885 Boys Road, Duncan, B. C. FIRST MEMORIAL FUNERAL SERVICES
250-748-2134
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ELLIOTT, Dagmar, (Woody), Glennis January 6, 1924 – June 30, 2013 Dagmar “Woody� Elliott passed away peacefully at Cairnsmore Place on June 30, 2013. She was predeceased just 6 months ago by Allen, her husband of 68 years. Dagmar will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her children Terry (Norma), Jo Ann (Larry), and Jim; by her grandchildren Derek (Katja), Deanna, Chris and Jeannie; and great-grandchild Kaz. Dagmar was born in Norquay, Saskatchewan to Alfred and Myrtle Belle Mathison, the youngest of eight children. She met Al while serving in the Canadian Army at Camp Shilo, Manitoba in 1943. It was there that she gained her unusual nickname – when Dagmar became Dagwood (a popular comic strip character) and then Woody. She enjoyed doing crafts of all types, but especially knitting. She made hundreds of items for local charities and could rarely been seen without a project on the go. She was also an avid bridge player who had a passion for the game and enjoyed teaching others how to play. Woody will be forever remembered as a kind and loving lady by all who knew her. Many thanks to the wonderful staff at Cairnsmore Place who provided her with a safe, comfortable home during her final months. Grateful thanks also to Dr. Ann Thompson for her kind care of our mother. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Cowichan District Hospital Foundation, designated for Cairnsmore Place. Condolences may be shared online at www.sandsduncan.ca SANDS of DUNCAN 250-746-5212
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Carollyn Faire (nee Hansen)
Aug 22, 1951 - July 5, 2011 Those we love don’t go away They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loves, still missed and very dear. Love always, Mom (Gary), Brother Ron (Maria), Son Lee (Junko), Daughter Amber (Jake), Grandsons Trystan & Deklan
Winnifred Fawcus
It’s been 10 years Mom, on July 9, 2003. I lost you, my best friend. As I sit here and look out over the ocean I can hear the flutter of the hummingbirds’ wings. I know you are close. Sometimes memories sneak out of my eyes And roll down my cheeks. I love you. Always have. Always will. You are still, the wind beneath my wings. I miss you. Lynne, Dean, Karleigh & Jonathan
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DEATHS PARKER, Therese Angela Marie (nee Girard) June 12 1935 – June 28 2013
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Therese on the morning of June 28 at Cowichan District Hospital. Born to Sylvia and Emile Girard in France she is predeceased by her parents, her beloved son Brian and her brother John Girard. Therese is survived by her sisters Charlotte Girard, Marie Weicker and brothers Joe (Mic) and Peter (Kathy). She will be lovingly remembered by her son John Parker and his children Vincent, Sean and Alicia; son Dave (Barb) Parker and their children Jennifer, Melissa; son Rick, daughter Joan (Doug) Bennie and their children Heather (Al) Leah (Matt) and Ian, son Stephen (Josephine) Parker and his son Adib; daughter Margaret Parker and her daughter Maiya; daughter Elaine (Sean) Hutchinson and their children Colin and Liam, also 3 great-grandchildren. Therese moved to Canada at an early age living in the Cedar area until moving to Duncan when she met and married Robert Parker and raised their family in the Cowichan Valley. The family would like to extend grateful thanks to the staff at Cerwydden for their years of loving care with special thanks to the 3rd floor nurses at Cowichan District Hospital. A Funeral Mass will be held at St Edwards Church, 2085 Maple Bay Road on Saturday 6th 2013 at 11am. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Cancer Society or Diabetes Association. Online condolences may be offered at www.sandsduncan.ca SANDS of DUNCAN 250-746-5212
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LOST: CAT, young male, black and very shy. From Topaz Park area. Please check yards and sheds. Call if found (250)381-6009.
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Happy 65th Birthday
• Fears & Phobias • Smoking Cessation • Relaxation Techniques • Sleeping Techniques
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106-225 Canada Ave., Duncan
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HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT Cowichan Valley Regional District Temporary, Part Time - Exempt A temporary, part time Human Resources Assistant position is available at the CVRD, for up to one year in duration, primarily providing payroll support in the Human Resources Division. We are seeking a positive, enthusiastic individual with highly developed interpersonal skills complimented by strong analytical/mathematical aptitude and proficient computer skills who can work with speed, accuracy and discretion. If you have experience with payroll and administrative work, preferably in a local government or human resources setting, consider joining our team. The CVRD offers an exceptional team environment and competitive salary and benefits package. Please visit our website for complete details including qualification requirements and application instructions. www.cvrd.bc.ca COWICHAN VALLEY REGIONAL DISTRICT 175 Ingram Street Duncan, B.C. V9L 1N8
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Western Forest Products Inc. is an integrated Canadian forest products company located on Vancouver Island that is committed to the safety of our employees, the culture of performance and the discipline to achieve results. We currently have the following openings:
Area Planner Holberg Welder Holberg Hooktender Woss Heavy Duty Mechanic North Island Pay & Benefits Supervisor Nanaimo Pay & Benefits Specialist Nanaimo Detailed job postings can be viewed at
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Save the Bread Van!
Did you know that the Cowichan Food Connection, which operates the Bread Van, relies on public donations to FUEL the Van? Our fuel bill alone is over $2000/month and many months we do not have the necessary funds & the bills are piling up. Every week we deliver in upwards of 3000 loaves of bread and baked goods throughout the Cowichan Valley. It is all donated to people who would otherwise go hungry (schools, Food Banks, Seniors Centres, & many more). Go to http:// cowichanfoodconnection.com to find out how you can help or contact the secretary, Kim Sayer at 250-856-0046 for more information.
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LOST: Woman’s Bulova Gold Watch w/ sapphires on it. Last seen around June 19ish in Mill Bay Rusticana coffee shop parking lot. (250)743-3550 The News Leader Pictorial office is holding several sets of “found” keys”, since March 2003. Stop into the office and see if any belong to you. #2-5380 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan, next to Buckerfields FOODSAFE AT Island Savings Centre, July 27th & August 24th courses 8:30-4:30 $65. 250746-4154 www.saferfood.ca
CHILDREN CHILDCARE AVAILABLE 18 YR OLD girl who will babysit in my home and watch up to 3 children. Price negotiable. Call Colleen (250) 597-1997
LEGALS NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS RE: IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BARBARA MAY COOK, DECEASED, formerly of Sunridge Place, 361 Bundock Avenue, Duncan, BC, V9L 3P1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that creditors and others having claims against the estate of the above-named deceased are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned Executor, at 3264 Sherburn Road, Cobble Hill, BC, V0R1L6 on or before the 24th day of July, 2013, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received. Mike Cook, Executor By its Solicitors, Ridgeway and Company
LOST AND FOUND FOUND: CAT, female Himalayan, near Lk. Park Estates. Yours? call 250-749-4040 FOUND: CAT, white female, on Boundary Rd. If she could be yours call 250-749-4040. FOUND Prescription glasses, in case, Maple Bay Beach by rowing club. (250)748-1486. FOUND: TORTOISE. Maple Bay. Call 250-746-7484 to identify.
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SURVEY ASSISTANT MCELHANNEY seeks P/T Survey Assistant for our Duncan branch. 1-2 yrs exp in surveying, able to work outside, flex with travel. Info/apply at mcelhanney.com/mcsl/careers
FOUND: Walkie-Talkie or two-way radio. Found in the bushes near the TD bank. Please call 250-746-4471 or come in to identify at the News Leader Pictorial office, #2-5380 TCH, between Buckerfield’s & The Brick.
DUNCAN TAXI Ltd. hiring for part-time and full-time night drivers. Must have class 4. Please fax resume and drivers abstract to 250-746-4987.
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Woods Foreman Position Dyer Logging Co. Ltd. has a vacancy for a Woods Foreman to join our operation at Sayward, based approximately 40 minutes north of Campbell River. Reporting to the Manager, the Woods Foreman is responsible for organizing and supervising company logging operations and subcontractors to the highest standards of safety, production and environmental performance. We are seeking a highly motivated individual, experienced in all phases of coastal logging, with a good working knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations. You will have strong leadership, motivation and communication skills, be goal oriented, have a good knowledge of logging and forestry practices, as well as good mechanical knowledge relating to the maintenance and repair of coastal logging equipment. You have experience leading logging crews in a unionized environment. Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office will be an asset. A competitive remuneration package dependent on qualifications and experience is offered with this position. Persons interested in this position are as to submit a resume and cover letter to forestemployment@gmail.com
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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.
AVAILABLE, 2 horse stall barn, paddocks, large pasture field, area to store trailer, self care. Cow. Bay. 250-748-0109
H.O. SCALE Engines 4-6-2 CNR and a diesel (new), both pullman green, and CN cars w/slanted logos. 250-758-5073
BASS FIDDLE- solid wood, Ukulele and nice violins. Please call (250)701-2035.
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?
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CLASS 1 Driver, designated route, Vancouver to Southern California, refer route. Avail now. Contact Zac at (604)5969951 or Mel (530)339-0342. EXPERIENCED STREET Sweeper Operator wanted for Duncan & Nanaimo areas. Fax resume to 1(250)655-4895. FULLTIME & PART-TIME work available at local health food store for a reliable person. Some experience in the health food industry would be an asset, also cashier experience helpful. Reply to File A 955, c/o The News Leader Pictorial, #2-5380 TCHwy, Duncan, BC, V9L 6W4 LEMARE LAKE LOGGING is looking for a Payroll Clerk to join our dynamic and fast paced team. The successful candidate will be exposed to all aspects of payroll processing. To be considered for this position you must have strong organization and time management skills, good attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication, be proficient with MS Office and possess some basic accounting knowledge. Previous payroll experience is an asset. Fax resume to 250-956-4888 or email hr@lemare.ca. Closing date: July 11, 2013. PIONEER HOUSE now hiring FT Line cook; experience an asset. Apply with resume to Mark or Matt, 4675 TC Hwy, Duncan, BC. or by email: pioneerhouse@shaw.ca
THE COWICHAN FOOD CONNECTION
Requires a retired or semiretired business person to assist with fund raising and overall management duties of this worthwhile charity. This individual should have some business background and preferably experience with grants and/or fundraising. This is a part time volunteer position with opportunity for compensation based on performance. Please contact Bill Macadam c/o Cowichan News Leader Pictorial at 250-856-0048 or email:
PET CARE SERVICES HUGGABLE Hounds pet grooming service. For appointment call 250-715-1084 www.huggablehounds.com. We offer pickup and drop off in the Duncan area
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE FUEL/FIREWOOD
L-SHAPED jewelers show case, 6’ x 6’ x 23”d x 45”h. Complete with locks, drawers & shelving. $195. obo. ALSO Inglis washer (super capacity plus) & Inglis dryer, excellent working order, $100 each or $175/pair, firm. (250)246-4409
2-BEDROOM CONDO ground floor in desirable Saanichton. Open concept, electric fireplace, custom kitchen. Carpets & laminate. Ensuite laundry, small pet ok. Low strata fee. Great starter, $235,000. By appointment 1-250-652-1218
55 + PARK, 2 Bedroom, 1 bath, deck, carport, small shop, metal storage, propane heat, new metal roof, 5 appl, $18,000. (250) 597-3319
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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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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)
AC WINDOW unit, Danby, 12,000 BTU, $250. 250-7432952. AS NEW, golden oak futon with beige & tan cover. Must see, must sell. Offers on $250. (250)743-5660
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HERITAGE PAWN BARGAINS!
Got GOLD? Don’t SELL it. Use it for a collateral loan instead! Plus our usual great deals on items like Video Game Systems, Laptops, Guitars, Stereos, Cell Phones, Jewelry, Digital Cameras, Digital Scales, BluRays, Cordless Drills, Socket Sets, Sanders, Pressure Washers, Drum Kits, Surround Systems, Vintage Audio and much more!!! Many more deals in store! 430 Whistler. 250-746-9810. heritagepawnbrokers.com
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VARIOUS SECOND HAND HOUSEHOLD ITEMS at ~RED’S EMPORIUM~ • •
Furniture, tools, dishes, etc. 19 High St, Ladysmith.
Call 250-245-7927
LADYSMITH HARBOUR view 3bdrm w/basement workshop, on 6.5 treed acres, zoned R1. $453,000 obo. Call to view. (250)245-8950
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.
COZY COTTAGE on 2.14 acres a stone’s throw from the ocean. This 800sqft, 2 bedroom home was completely renovated in 2007 with new electric, plumbing, bathroom, kitchen, roof, etc. It is close to schools, a corner store, and neighbourhood pub and is only 5 kms to downtown Courtenay. The property is zoned for 2 dwellings so you could live in the cottage while building your dream home and after rent out the cottage for extra revenue. Gardener’s paradise with several heritage fruit trees, berries, grape vines and beautiful roses. The Royston area received a grant this year to put in sewer. (778)428-1159.
Service Directory
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: office@cowichannewsleader.com
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WORK WANTED 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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MOVING OR life in chaos? If you are downsizing or just need to get organized? I can help. Orangizer, sorter, packer, cleaner and stress relifer. References upon request. Call Debbie, (250)733-2393.
DUNCAN: Sat Jul 6, 8-3 pm. Huge garage sale, Moorfield & Palahi, tools, fish gear, home items, clothes, ski boat, too much to list!
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Larry’s Cleaning (250)701-1362 CLEANING SERVICES CHEMAINUS Town Laundry; coin laundromat, drop off service, repairs and alterations. 9870 Croft St., in Old Town Chemainus, (250)246-1444
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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 $358,800. Exceptionally low yearly cost. Not leased land. Call 250-745-3387 smartytwo@hotmail.com
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Well Established and growing custom cabinet and millwork company in Cowichan Valley seeking experienced spray finisher and cabinet maker. Must have a keen eye for detail. Contact Bill 250-709-2016 or Cell 250-709-5240
VOLUNTEERS
FRENCH CREEK CHARMER 3 bdrm/2 ba on .23 acre. Many updates. Warm, welcoming & move in ready. $337,900. By appt. gardendelight@shaw.ca. 250-752-4741.
HOUSES FOR SALE
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FRAMING & FOUNDATION CARPENTERS needed for immediate work in the Cowichan Valley. Call (250)812-1775.
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.
APARTMENT/CONDOS
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HOUSE CLEANER, $25/hr. I am an experienced, reliable, trustworthy hard worker. Excellent ref’s. (250)538-7862
HANDYPERSONS HANDYMAN FOR HIRE Plumbing, Painting, Welding, HW Heating. 250-748-7727 HOMEHANDYMAN@TELUS.NET.
Trustworthy & quick. I install light fixtures, flooring, wiring & plumbing. Fix & repair. $30/hr Refs. Ph Reed 250-710-3403c
HAULING AND SALVAGE
HAIRSTYLISTS
Delivery Guy
HAIRDRESSING in your home, Cowichan Valley area. Barb Stewart. 250-715-6568
Hauling & Moving
CARPENTRY RETIRED CARPENTER wants to do small jobs and installations in your home. Call Jack 250-709-9965
(250) 597-8335 Lowest Price Guarantee HAULING/JUNK REMOVAL MOVING JOBS WELCOME DELIVERIES
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At last summers here, so let Woodview maintenance look after your gardening needs! Any size lawn cut and gardens manicured. Also, trust Woodview with all your dryer vent and duct cleaning. 250.733.2000 250.220.9654 woodviewgroup@hotmail.com
HOUSEHOLD SERVICES
* Gutters * Windows * Siding * Moss Removal * Pressure washing
Reliable man with 3/4 ton van & trailer for deliveries or moving and junk removal. Larry (250) 701-1362
PAINTING
PAT THE PAINTER No Job Too Small 25 years experience Seniors discount
Call 250-246-0248 PLUMBING
Mill Bay/Duncan 250-743-3306 Chemainus/Ladysmith 250-324-3343
IRRIGATION/SPRINKLER SYSTEMS
STUCCO/SIDING
Inground sprinkler repairs, relocations, new installations (250)701-8319
STUCCO - Including small jobs and refacing old stucco. Guaranteed. 250-715-5883.
LANDSCAPING
TELEPHONE SERVICES
PETTER’S YARD Care. 25 yrs exp. Total yard care, pressure washing. Call 250-748-9775.
GLOBALINX provides residential and commercial digital telephone service using VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) Technology. Starting at $14.95 plus taxes & fees. http://www.5linx.net/notis_C50 6013/products
* Stone Retaining Walls * Landscape Design
(250) 701-8319
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10:00 am - 3:00 pm
We have crafters, independant consultants and small buisnesses for this event! Come out and have a great time as well as support local, crafty and hard working vendors! Enter our raffle in support of Angel Choppers Bicycle Club. Still accepting vendors. Contact Jennifer 1250-858-5336.
CHEMAINUS
Sat. July 6th, 8am-2pm
A SERVICE PLUMBER. Licence, Insured. Drains, HWT, Reno’s, Repairs. Senior Discounts. After Hour Service. Call Coval Plumbing, 250709-5103.
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FREE ADMISSION Sunday, July 7th 321 Cairnsmore St. Duncan
9TH ANNUAL MILL CREEK COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE 23 Homes, off River Rd.
DUNCAN: SAT. July 6, 8:30-2. 6340 Woodland Dr. (off Lakes). 150+ books, $.50 ea. Ladies clothes: summer dresses, pants, etc. Blue Mtn. pottery, perfume, jewelry, etc.
GARAGE SALES * Great bargains * All local, in COWICHAN!
to Front, Rose, Caswell, Josephine, Jonas and Sequoia Way. Down sizing and moving; Tent trailer, tools, household and estate items.
DUNCAN: 17 - 5315 Miller Road (Eagle Heights Estate) Garage Sale - Sat. & Sun. July 6 & 7 - 9 to 2. DUNCAN: 3331 Cowichan Lake Rd. (2 blocks west of Berky’s corner) Books, quality hard cover, 1920’s hutch, vegetables and fingerling potato’s, windsor beans, beet & chard greens/Sat. July 6, 8-12. DUNCAN: 5165 Hykawy Rd (off Koksilah) Sun, July 7 ONLY, 8-12. DUNCAN: Community garage sale, Stonehaven Estates, Sun, July 7, 9-1pm. Follow the balloons...baby stuff, kitchenware, furniture, camping gear & so much more!
HUGE FUNDRAISER
Saturday & Sunday, July 6 & 7, 8am-4pm. 5810 Alderly. Household items, clothing, lots of everything! ROTARY Junk in the Trunk. Mill Bay Centre. Sun., July 21, 9-2pm. Vendors phone Bob (250)743-2253
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REAL ESTATE
RENTALS
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MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
APARTMENT/CONDO
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HOMES FOR RENT
SUITES, LOWER
SUITES, UPPER
DUNCAN: 3 bdrm, 2 bath lower suite, available Aug 1st. Bright open floor plan. 5 appliances. Hospital area, on bus route. $1050/m, plus $100/ hydro & 1/2 Nat. Gas. N/S, small pet considered. 250-701-7731 Ref’s required.
LAKE COWICHAN: Upper suite, avail. Aug 1, 3 bdrms, 1 1/2 bath, F/S, W/D, fp, lrg deck & backyard. Walking distance to town centre. Dead end street close to river. Very large, approx. 1300 sq ft. Ref. req, pet considered. N/S, no partiers. $850/m + $100 hydro. (250) 701-7731
FOR Sale Excellent Condition. 2007 Single wide modular home, 14X70. Home must be moved. One bdrm/den or 2nd bdrm, two bathrms, living rm, kitchen, dinette, lndry rm, vaulted ceilings, 2 sky lits, hdwd flrs. Pellet stove/elec ht. Covered dk & skylits. Ph-250246-8689
MORTGAGES
SHAUGHNESSY GARDENS
3251 Cowichan Lake Rd.
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
$625 & UP 1 Bdrm, main floor, new laminate & 3rd floor, facing East. Mountain Views.
Near Mall & Aquatic Centre. On bus route. Heat & H/W incl’d Call 250-748-1304.
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PARKLAND PLACE 620 Dobson Road 250-748-0496 (Art) 250-748-1978 (Sylvia)
RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO DUNCAN: 3226 Cow Lk Rd, 2bed, 1 bath condo, quiet bldg, 5 appl, close to town, schools, bus, hospital (10 min walk), NS/NP, refs, avail immed, $800 plus deposit. 250-748-4964
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL --------1000 sq’ - 7000 sq’ Store front with excellent exposure, overhead doors, ample parking, available now. --------Please call (250)748-9622 to view
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.
COTTAGES LAKE COWICHAN- walk to town, clean 2 bdrm cottage. Quiet, rural area. F/S. $600 mo + utils. 250-749-4061.
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES 2 BDRM, 4 appl, NS, NP, Close to Hwy 18, Avail now, $650 + utilities. Reference required. 250-507-5577
LAKE COWICHAN- Bright, clean 1 bdrm, updated, new bamboo flrs, w/closet, near town, in-suite laundry, DW, balcony w/mntn view. NS/NP. Refs req’d. $650/mo + hydro. Avail now. 250. 882. 3149.
CENTRAL DUNCAN: Lovely 2 bdrm suite in seniors oriented building, heat included. NS/NP, $825. Please call Art at 250-746-7241.
Meicor Properties Ladysmith: 1 bdrm suites $720/mo; 2 bdrm starting at $800/mo incl. heat & hot water, sm pets ok. 250-668-9086. www.meicorproperties.com
HOMES FOR RENT
HOMES FOR RENT
DUNCAN: GROUND level 2 bdrm in 4-Plex near Hospital, recent reno’d, F/S, W/D, fenced yard, N/P, $900/mo incls utils, avail now. Call (250)732-0501. (Ref’s req’d). 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
(Agent for the Owner) Office: 250-748-9090 rowanproperty@shaw.ca
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OFFICE/RETAIL DOWNTOWN DUNCAN 2500 sq.ft. 6 separate offices, reception, conference area & kitchen, 2nd floor, AC, lots of windows. 604-820-8929. DUNCAN, office/retail, downtown 950 sq.ft. ground floor, completely reno’d. Reception area, 3 offices. Avail now. 604820-8929 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 Now. Call 250-245-2277
RECREATION
RV RESORT ON THE LAKE
Spots available at great rates. Daily, weekly, monthly. Pool, Hot tub, exercise room, laundry, putting green, hiking, fishing. Free coffee in one of the best clubhouses on the island. Nanaimo area. www.resortonthelake.com 250-754-1975 or admin@resortonthelake.com
RV PADS
DUNCAN, 6128 Pinnacle Rd. 2 bdrm, $1025 or 1 bdrm, $725. incls; W/D, F/S all util’s. NS, NP. Avail. immediately. Ref’s req. (250) 748-7119.
TOWNHOUSES
DUNCAN: NEWLY reno’d 2 bdrm 1000sqft grnd flr patio suite, sep. ent, 5 appl, quiet area near hospital. Avail now. $850. Call 360-945-1288, 778848-8140.
CRYSTAL CREEK Townhome. Avail July 15, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, W/D, F/S, D/W, $950/m + util’s. Meicor Realty. 250709-2646
LAKE COWICHAN- spacious 3 bdrm level entry suite, priv entrance. Inclds W/D, F/S. NP/NS. $800/mo heat incld. July 1. Call 250-923-6170.
DUNCAN- 3 bdrm townhouse near Safeway, Super Store, banks, 1,200sq ft, 2 levels, 1.5 bath, new kitchen, laminate flooring & carpet, 5 appls, Lrg private yard. From $875. Call (250) 709-0481.
SHAWNIGAN- 2 bdrms above grnd, 1150sqft, parking, W/D, NS/NP. $950 utils incld. July 1. Call 250-715-6951. SHAWNIGAN LARGE 2 bdrm Nicely painted, quality laminate & tile flooring throughout. Laundry. D/W, built-in vac. Large covered patio to watch the deer from. Lots of storage. $1200. NS/NP. 250-743-3524
SUITES, UPPER DUNCAN- as new 1 bdrm, private ent, on acreage Stamps Rd. F/S, W/D, heat, hydro, A/C incl. Suit one single mature person. N/S, no parties. Cat ok. $700. 250-746-5228 or 250-709-2466.
LK COW. 2-bdrm townhouse. $600/mo. NS/NP. Avail immediately. (250)886-2720.
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CARS
DUNCAN: Available August 1st. Two bdrm carriage house, like new. Large deck, heat pump (AC) $900 + Nat. Gas, Hydro is included in rent. Blocks away from CDH, on bus route. N/S, pet considered. References required. (250) 701-7731 DUNCAN, BRIGHT newer 2 1994 Z28 Camaro Convertible, bdrm, gas fireplace, 5 appl., 6-spd standard, 139,000 km, close to schools & hospital, LT1 V8 350 high performance, utils incl’d, NS, $1050 mo. stored inside, covered. Asking Call 250-743-7873 $10,000 obo. 1x6-leader net 250-701-1910. ad.tfn - Composite
MISCELLANEOUS FOR RENT
ROWAN PROPERTY MANAGEMENT LTD.
¾ 2-20 Kenneth St, Duncan $475 1 BR upper level suite in town w/ 2 apps ¾ 208-2515 Alexander St, Duncan $650 1 BR corner unit w/ 2 apps, hot water incl. ¾ 5-2516 Alexander St, Duncan $650 1 BR suite w/ 4 apps, close to town ¾ 214-2515 Alexander St, Duncan $700 2 BR suite w/ 2 apps, hot water incl. ¾ 1-2516 Alexander St, Duncan $750 2 BR suite w/ 4 apps, close to town ¾ 205-369 McKinstry Rd, Duncan $750 1 BR executive suite w/ 5 apps, deck ¾ 5803 Banks Rd, Duncan $775 2 BR 1.5 bth + den townhouse w/ 2 apps ¾ 9690 Chemainus Rd, Chemainus $1050 3 BR 2 bth home w/ 2 apps, nat. gas stove ¾ 1B-3144 Golab Pl, Duncan $1095 3 BR 1.5 bth townhouse w/ 5 apps, shed ¾ 6662 Chisholm Trail, Duncan $1100 3 BR + den 1.5 bth home w/ 5 apps, shed ¾ 5209 Hykawy Rd, Duncan $1150 3 BR 2 bth sxs duplex w/ 4 apps, garage ¾ 3275 Cook St, Chemainus $1175 3 BR 3 bth sxs duplex w/ 6 apps, den, fp ¾ 212 4TH Ave Extension, Ladysmith $1195 3 BR + den 2 bth home w/ 5 apps, shed ¾ 332 Methuen St, Ladysmith $1235 4 BR home w/ 5 apps, garage, ocean view ¾ 6596 Lakes Rd, Duncan $1295 3 BR 1.5 bth log home w/ 4 apps, den, grg ¾ 1450 Haida Rd, Duncan $1350 4 BR 3 bth home w/ 5 apps, fp, dbl garage ¾ Ladysmith $1495 3 BR 2 bth home w/ 5 apps, office, 3 decks ¾ 6798 Norcross Rd, Duncan $1595 2 BR Italian villa style home on vineyard ¾ 6096 Kaspa Rd, Duncan $1595 3 BR 3.5 bth home w/ 6 apps,2 garages,fp
Rowan Property Management Ltd. Has a large selection of homes & apartments for rent in the Cowichan Valley. Visit us at www.rowanproperty.ca or call (250)748-9090
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Terrace Estates
3420 Auchinachie Road ---------------------------------1 (250)748-90901 (250)748-9090
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.
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*Heat & Hot water included *Family oriented *Clean & quiet *Renovated units *Indoor Pets welcome *Onsite Laundry Facilities
Resident managers on site
CALL NOW 250-748-3321
SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING
HOMES FOR RENT
DEERTRAIL COTTAGE INC
2 BDRM house, $725, F/S, W/D, fenced lrg yard, storage shed, N/P, N/S Call (250) 7486614 9:30 am - 4:00 pm, Tues-Fri.
Call (250) 710-7515 to view
www.meicorproperty.com Meicor Properties Chemainus: Lockwood Villa. Well kept bldg, ocean view, 1 bdrm $625, 2 bdrm $725, available now. N/S, 1 sm pet welcome. 250-246-1033. www.meicorproperties.com
AVAILABLE 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.
MUST VIEW Mountain View
BRAND NEW Carriage house 1000 sq ft, new appls, wood & tile floors, deck. $975./mo. NP/NS. (250)210-2714.
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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
Terrace Estates
Spacious 1 and 2 BDRM Suites, modern, new flooring. Sweet move-in deals available. Ask us! Free heat & hot water.
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3-BDRM, 2 BATH. $1150. Great location in Chemainus. Huge yard, pet friendly. July 15 or Aug. 1. See Craigslist for details. 1(604)786-1600 or taxmatters@taxmatters.ca
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1 bdrm bright & spacious, newly renovated. Available now! Free heat & hot water.
Licensed private long term care for seniors, private room with bathroom available. 24hr care. Call Lori, (250)746-9641.
Level entry home in the Satellite Park Area. Over 3136 sq. ft. 4 brms. 0.43 acre, private land. Home has been totally redone; including Kit. cabinets, builtin oven, flooring, ceramic and cherry hardwood flooring. Open Floor Plan, large outside cover deck, private backyard with fruit trees & pond. Double Carport. $479,500. 3849 Peache Dr., Cobble Hill, BC, V0R 1L0. Call Gregg Mah at (250) 380-6355
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SUITES, LOWER 2 BDRM bsmt suite. F/S, blinds, W/D hookup. N/P. $750 250-748-4383; 709-8880 CHEMANIUS: 1 bdrm, lower level, new kitchen cabinets & carpeting, private entrance & patio in quiet setting, ocean view N/P, N/S util. incl. $725 (250) 416-0062 CHERRY POINT- Executive 2bdrm, newly reno’d: all new appliances, in-suite laundry, H/W floors, granite bath, custom closets. Parking, private entrance. Avail. now. NS/NP. Long or short rental, references. $1100 incl. heat/hydro, basic cable. 250-748-8824.
COBBLE HILL. 3-bdrm, 3 bath, fenced yard, dbl garage. Pets considered. Avail Aug. 1st. $1500./mo (778)352-1618
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
DUNCAN: 3 Bdrm, lrg lot, 5 appl, fenced backyard, near schools, & shopping malls, NS/NP, July 1, $1150. 250597-1402 Cell: 250-715-8901
DUNCAN: 1 bdrm, separate entr, shared laundry. Close to bus route. Utils incld’d. $700.+ damage dep. N/S, non-partier, Ref’s req’d. Avail. July 1st. Call (250)748-4470.
DUNCAN- SMALL 3 bdrm Rancher near Mt. Prevost, 4 appls, pets considered, N/S. Refs. Aug 1. $950. Call 250246-4677 or (250)732-0808.
DUNCAN: 2 bdrm, priv entry, grnd level, small yard, close to amenities. Laundry available. $700+ utils. NS/NP, no parties. Call 250-701-3213.
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Cowichan News Pictorial Leader PictorialA23 A23 Fri, July 5, 2013 Cowichan News Leader
TRANSPORTATION
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RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
2009 AVEO LT 5 door, 4 spd auto, as new. 47,000 km. Baljet sold & serviced. Olympic edition. 15” wheels, new. 6 spkr sound, sat radio, sunroof, power tilt steering, Best offer on $8900. 250-746-7932
2006 Jazz by Thor 25’10” Deluxe travel trailer with front and rear slideout, walk around queen bed, A/C, fully loaded. Very little use. Stored under cover & never off the pavement. $19,000. Duncan. (250)746-5455
SPORTS & IMPORTS
TOWING
CASH
For Scrap Vehicles Call
1990 MAZDA 626 LX- auto, 251,000 km, silver grey, A/C, power windows, very reilalbe decided to up date. $2500. Call (250)733-2413.
Tight Line Towing (250)709-5692 TRUCKS & VANS
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RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
1980 QUALITY 22’ Motor Home only 75,284 km. Fully equipped for travel or as a permanent home in a RV site for only $400 monthly for all services. See on Day Rd. north end Duncan. $5000 (250) 732-4585
1990 JAYCO Truck Camper for small truck. 7 ft long, pop up top. New fridge, stove, propane tank & battery. $1000 call: (250) 748-5804
1985 Nissan Pickup, dard, Blue. $800. (250) 748-1940
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1999 CHEV Silverado 4x4 Z71, 5.3L, ext cab, loaded. One owner, no accidents. $6,900obo. (250)716-1061
2010 CHEVY SILVERADO 4x4, quad cab, auto, tow hitch, running boards. 52,000 km, lady driven. $23,000. OBO Call (250)732-5928.
UTILITY TRAILERS
CAR TRAILER
16ft. car trailer, brand new $3000. Located in Duncan (250)743-0650.
MARINE BOATS 1998 23’ Wanderer Lite 5th wheel. Sleeps 6, N/S, double sinks, tub, shower, microwave, awning. Lots of storage excellent Cond. $6500 250-7481304 1981 27’ CATALINA Sailboat in good condition. Mooring available. Asking $9,500. Specs & Pictures available upon request. (250)753-8867 2002 28’ CAVALIER Motor home, sleeps 8, Ford Chassis V10 engine & 5.5 kw generator. 45,000 miles. Private queen master bed, 2 pc. bath & sep. shower. Microwave & TV/DVD combo. Excellent condition! Mechanically sound! $28,000. OBO 250-245-5519 1989 Sun Runner. 21Ft. with cuddy. In board Volvo-Penta Engine. Boat Trailer. Includes: As new 9hp Yamaha Kicker motor, 2 scotty electric down riggers, Lowrance GPS. VHF radio. Ready for fishing! $10,500 O.B.O (250)743-3503 2002 CHEV S10 Quad CabFWD, canopy, V-6. $8000 obo. Ph: 250-749-6258.
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Mira Warrington takes her horse Ulster through the trail event during the 16th-annual Canadian Horse Show at the Cowichan Exhibition Grounds on Canada Day.
19’ FIBERFORM I/O board, on trailer, Asking $250. 250929-3480
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Alexander Elementary PAC would like to thank the following members of our community for all of their support at our Community Fair on June 21st: Division 1 student helpers; Bike Works; Community Policing Cst. Jeremy Woods; Big Brothers Big Sisters; Bridgeman’s Bistro; Island Savings Credit Union & The Youth Team; 3rd Quamichan Scouts — Scott and Laura; Cowichan Family Life; North Cowichan Municipality; Safer Futures; M & M Meats (Rory and Bill); Intercultural Society; West Coast Men’s Society; Cowichan Green Community; Warmland House; Starbucks; Malcolm and his crew with the North Cowichan Fire Department; Kaileyne, Rob, Katrina, Ben, Alex, Amy, Caroline, Tasha, McKayla, Zach and Jenny.
A24 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial
Friday, July 5, 2013
Outdoor league ends in playoffs
Athlete’s feats: Achurch, Croswell and Minckler combination clicks for Elite Cup Don Bodger
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pirited competition from here, there and everywhere: • Cowichan Outdoor Volleyball League playoffs Wednesday completed another great season, even though players had to endure a few rainouts. Winners were as follows: Rec Div. — Super Smash Bro. Speed Bumps; Intermediate-Recreational Div. — The Flying Piggies 1; Intermediate Div. — Young & Old; Intermediate-Competitive Div. — Unusual Suspects; Competitive Div. — Tips Up; El-Compo Div. — Jones Soda (Nic Jones, Emily Jones, Leigh Borrett, Tessa Michaels). The Elite Cup and Golden Spike Award went to Passot, consisting of Darin Achurch, Joeleen Achurch, Justin Croswell, Marissa Croswell and Mike Minckler. • Junior athletes kind of fell off the radar during the island high school track and field championships. It’s a bit of a quirky system where seniors and bantams advance to the provincials, but juniors don’t. Among the juniors who did extremely well was Kain Melchior. The Grade 10 Cowichan Secondary School student won his long jump with a leap of 6.04 metres, high jump at 1.75m and the 100 metres in 11.92 seconds. • Chemainus Secondary’s Zach Diewert is having a great season in the B.C. Premier Baseball League with the Nanaimo Pirates. His batting average is up to .326, with an on-base percentage of .429. Diewert is heading with his team to Centralia, Washington for a tournament next.
Andrew Leong
Canada Day beach volleython brings out players of all abilities on a sunny weekend. Left, Martin Barker and Nolan Baker battle at the net in the third-annual event while Dan Whitters and Dave Vanderschaaf, above, reach a stalemate at the net.
4TH ANNUAL
USED BOOK SALE Fundraiser Saturday, September 14, 2013, 9am to 2pm
Location: Cowichan News Leader Pictorial Office (Between Buckerfield’s and The Brick)
NOW ACCEPTING ANY & ALL BOOK DONATIONS: We are accepting all types of books this year. Please make sure your donations are clean, undamaged and current. Please bring your books to the Cowichan News Leader Pictorial office during business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5pm. (Please no drop offs after office hours) All money raised stays in the Cowichan Valley and is distributed to local chairities. This year, the News Leader Pictorial is proud to partner with Cowichan Therapeutic Riding Association. Please call (250) 746-4471 for more information.
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Cowichan News Leader Pictorial A25
Cricket losses mount
Crazy Eights hit the No. 1 spot
Over and out: Cowichan misses its chances to snuff out Alcos A early Don Bodger
Spartans tournament: Slo-pitch and orthodox games get hot on Canada Day
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owichan fell to .500 at 5-5 after its third straight loss Sunday in the Victoria and District Cricket Association. Cowichan was beaten by 68 runs by Alcos A at Victoria’s Windsor Park. Alcos A batted first and compiled 214 all out in 45 overs. Hassaan Rahim took three wickets for 20 wickets and Clayton Bodkyn two for 51 to lead the Cowichan bowlers. Cowichan then went 146 all out in 41 overs. Mits Nakagawa (33), Stuart Munger (21) and Lucien Nel (20) were the leading Cowichan batsmen. The greenness of the field surface hid the very soft ground underneath, noted Cowichan’s Dave Norrish. The game was played in the bright sunshine, with very little breeze until later in the day. Norrish pointed out Cowichan had Alcos rattled at 24 for four. “We could hardly have asked for a better start as Hassaan was unplayable and Mits dangerous enough and hard to score from at the other end, but once they buckled down with Rajpal (Singh Chauhan) hardly looking to score at all and the heat beginning to tell on us in the field, we let it slip a little,’’ noted Norrish. A great throw from the outfield removed Chauhan and Cowichan hoped to finish off Alcos quickly at 72 for five. But Alcos benefited from a couple of missed catches to advance the score to 133 for five at the second break. Alcos finishing with 214 was “about 60 or 70 more than we should have allowed,’’ according to Norrish. Cowichan dug itself too deep of a hole at 49 for four at the halfway mark and went all out despite a valiant effort from the No. 7, 8 and 10 men in the order. “A disappointing day to be certain, although again we should take many positives from our bowling efforts,’’ summed up Norrish. “If we can make better use of the chances afforded us in the field and perhaps start to test our own luck a little earlier when batting, we should find ourselves on the winning side of the ledger more often than not in the future.’’ Cowichan returns to Windsor Park Saturday to face Alcos B.
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anada Day weekend was celebrated in the sweltering heat by orthodox and slo-pitch ball teams competing in the Spartans’ fourth-annual tournament at the Cowichan Sportsplex. Clint Bailey’s host Crazy Eights team took on Team Works of Victoria in the A Division slo-pitch final and won. The tournament holds special meaning for Bailey. “It’s a memorial for his brother who passed away,’’ said Dustin Mayo of the Lake Cowichan 1/2 Cutz. The 1/2 Cutz and Sooke Ninja Boots didn’t play their B slo-pitch final. The Sooke team was too banged up and players too exhausted from playing in the heat so it was decided to split the title. On the orthodox side, Talent from Vancouver won the championship in a tight battle. Local teams Mitts, Cheers and Texas Leaguers rounded out the top four. Mixed Nuts, a mixture of players from various teams, won the B orthodox events. Winners of memorial awards were as follows: Tyler Read (John McCulloch Trophy, MVP male slo-pitch); Gill Lougheed (Jaedyn Amann Trophy, MVP female slo-pitch); Cari Reid (Tailyn McGill Trophy, MVP female orthodox); and Ryan Flynn (Bailey Bertrand Trophy, MVP male orthodox). Meanwhile, Ralph Dill is gearing up for the 25th anniversary and the last Ron Dill Memorial tournament on the B.C. Day long weekend, Aug. 2 to 5. Ralph Dill currently has 52 teams entered. Teams interested in participating can leave a message for Dill at 250-748-9841.
Don Bodger
Two-way effort propels Crazy Eight to the championship of the slo-pitch A division in the Spartans’ long weekend tournament. Above, Tawni Marcil provides offensive firepower for the team. Right, pitcher Clint Bailey makes it happen from the defensive side with a few tricky twists of the wrist on his pitching delivery.
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Fencers foil the competition
Salle La Fleche fencers are always up for the task. That was especially true in last weekend’s provincial championships at the Richmond Oval. The valley competitors did very well, with Aden Nettleton and Andrew Rigg, far left, taking silver and bronze medals, respectively, in the Y12 sabre fencing event. Weibin Liang, near left, was the bronze medal winner in the Junior (Under 21) foil event.
Vimy maintains an oldtime family atmosphere Show must go on: Ardent volunteers like Gord Williams make club tick
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imy Western Riding Club shows are comforting. The club’s Gibbins Road site hasn’t changed a great deal over the years and a pioneering spirit is reflected in an atmosphere where families can ride together and enjoy the performance and games classes on the last Sunday of each month. Gord Williams, the current club president who’s done the stint more than a few times during his 40+ year tenure with the club, is glad to play a part in an incredible success story that has stood the test of time against all odds. “The way I look at it, you’ve got to give back,’’ he said. Williams’ daughters Leona and Laura were a mere five and three years old, respectively, when they started riding club events. They’re in their 40s now and Williams still gives willingly of his time, ensuring the current adult members and up-and-coming young riders can enjoy the same perks his kids did. “Horse business is like a lot of things,’’ said Williams. “They do really well and a couple of years they go backwards.’’ It does require a team effort to keep the club going. “It’s not just the riders you need,’’ Williams said. “You need the people that put it on.’’ The club has made modest improvements to the grounds and facilities and one of those was the addition of a new trail ring just in time for the latest show. “It just got finished the Saturday before this show on the Sunday,’’ said Williams. The club’s own license with North Cowichan, rather than piggybacking with the Vimy Hall, has provided some opportunities for a little expansion. “We have increased the parking area in the field a little bit,’’ said Williams. Club membership remains in the 90s and has been bolstered by residents of Cedar, Nanaimo and Victoria in addition to the local riders. “You don’t have to be a member to ride in the club,’’ said Williams. “If you are a member, it’s a cheaper rate to ride in the club.’’ There’s always been enough young riders to bolster the club and generate enthusiasm. “My mom used to ride in Vimy when she was little and then I guess she stopped riding in it,’’ said Tiara Walker. “We all joined as a big family.’’ The next club show is on July 28. “They can just show up and enter on that morning,’’ said Williams.
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Horse play gives riders of all ages a chance to test their skills in a variety of games events during the Vimy Western Riding Club shows. Shanna Walker, above, has a handle on her fastmoving pony. Top left, Nia Corsie gets on her high horse for the competition. The Walker and Corsie families are among the most active current members, along with the Eagle clan. Bottom left, former president Shannon Burnham guides her horse around a barrel during Sunday’s show that brought rather stifling conditions to the riding ring.
Deciding game Friday in lacrosse playoff against Saanich Don Bodger
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Midget Thunder: Team digging deep after earning bronze medal in Calgary
acific Homes Cowichan Thunder evened its best-of-three island Midget A lacrosse semifinal playoff series with an 8-3 win at Saanich Wednesday. The Thunder opened a 5-1 lead after the first period and bumped it up to 8-2 after two. Saanich won the series opener 6-3. “We were leading 3-0 after the first period and the wheels fell off,’’ noted Cowichan coach Lorne Winship.
Saanich took a 4-3 lead in the third and then added a pair of empty-netters. The deciding game in the series is tonight (Friday) at 8 p.m. at Kerry Park Arena. In between the first two playoff games, the Thunder hit the road and won the bronze medal with four wins and one loss during the 37th-annual Canada Day lacrosse tournament in Calgary. Cowichan finished with 15.5 of a possible 20 points in the round robin for third place, set-
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The same afternoon, the Thunder beat Okotoks 11-8. Cowichan outscored the opposition 5-3 in the third period to take the see-saw battle. Next up was the Calgary Hornets and the Thunder prevailed again 9-7. The last round robin game was against Rockyview Rage. The Thunder came out of the gate strong to win each period 3-0, 2-1 and 4-2 for a 9-3 advantage overall, worth five points. Players receiving MVP recognition were: Black, goalkeeper Pollo Claxton, Tyler Glanfield and Lumb. All the boys played well in the tournament with just 13 runners and a goalie.
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For the first time ever: We are providing free public parking and free shuttle service at the Old Exhibition grounds, courtesy of our School District 79, which will be accessed by University Way from the Island Savings Community Centre. Included in these wonderful festivities are the Summer Festival’s Children’s Parade on the Friday evening & their Saturday morning’s Grand Parade. Don’t forget about our Duncan Farmer’s Market! They will be set up in the square, below the clock tower (where you always find them on Saturdays year round) with all of their vibrant and friendly vendors offering their “you make it, you bake it, you grow it, you sell it” philosophy. You’ll find a wide variety of local products to fulfill your ‘100 mile diet’ needs. Duncan’s Rotary Club will be once again providing a free pancake breakfast outside City Hall before the parade wraps up on Saturday. And what about the street sales and activities, you ask? We have a TON of participating businesses spilling out onto our sidewalks this year, to provide huge sales, inventory clear outs, promotions & product displays. There will be a huge variety of activities for little ones, youths, and forever-young ‘big kid’ grown-ups! There’ll be Kiddie Rides such as the Merry-Go-Swing and El Paso Train, a Cimbing Wall, Bouncy Castle, Zorb Balls, a Velco Wall, roaming
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Everyone loves a parade: Ten Carlson students representing Cowichan in Disneyland parade and on stage Ashley Degraaf
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All our dreams come true if we have the courage to pursue them.” Those words of Walt E. Disney’s couldn’t be more fitting for a group of Cowichan dance students. On July 9, 10 girls between the ages 12 and 16 from Carlson’s School of Dance are jetting to Disneyland to represent the valley in the California theme park’s
parades and on stage, Carlson’s Ricki-Lee Allison said. “About a year and a half ago, we started thinking we’d like to go on a trip and we did some research into it and Disneyland came up,” explained Allison on the popular park’s programs. The group’s been fundraising and planning the trip for more than a year. “They are all very excited and working hard to prepare the parade choreography,” Allison said in a message to the News Leader
Pictorial. The girls will take part in three hours of workshops with Disney staffers as well as a question-andanswer session. Before the big parade, there will be a photo shoot and rehearsal earlier in the day. They’ve also been invited to perform at California Adventure Land, Disney’s second park, on Sunday. And in the meantime, the girls have also been provided discounted prices to access the park’s activities.
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weekly compilation of facts, figures, and fascinating Cowichan culture: • Saturday’s Bluegrass4Bolivia happens at Cobble Hill Hall to help send 14 youths from New Life Baptist Church to Bolivia to improve housing and living conditions, and run day camps for kids. The 7 to 9 p.m. dance features the Stowaways’ String Band. Tickets are $12. A recent charity golf event at Duncan Meadows raised about $2,000 thanks to sponsors Investors Group, Discovery Honda, Generation Properties, and Belfor Properties Restoration, said spokesman Dr. Graham Brockley. The Samaritan trip has seen numerous bottle drives, garage sales, and yard work toward raising some $60,000 for sending Cowichan kids to help the struggling village during two weeks this month. • Chris Sherlock has returned to Cowichan. The songwriting musician tells me he’s penning a trilogy book about famed Nootka chief Maquina. • Valley soul crooner Eugene Smith
ARTSBEAT turned 69 May 30. He’s in Holland this summer chasing gigs and European distribution deals. • Pete’s Flicks Picks: Wrecked: Finally saw Adrien Brody’s offbeat movie shot partly in Cowichan and downtown Duncan several years ago. Great wilderness-survival drama, but could bore folks looking for action. Rating: 7 cougars out of 10. The Dust Bowl: Director Ken Burns’ four-hour, penetrating documentary about the ecological disaster that was the Dirty ‘30s gives a glimpse of what current climate change is doing, and the horror that awaits us — if the ‘30s were a harbinger. Rating: 10 Depressions out of 10.
Peter W. Rusland has been covering Cowichan’s arts and entertainment community for two decades. If you’d like to add to this column, reach him at arts@cowichannewsleader.com.
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