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No more tiers for Lake Cowichan Cowichan Aquatic Centre: Largest remaining holdout signs on as partner in the pool leaving just two areas outside Ross Armour

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Two guys who ignored flood warnings on a closed Cowichan Bay Road Saturday morning are rescued by firefighters with North Cowichan’s south-end hall as tides rise fast.

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wo men who ignored floodwarnings on a closed Cowichan Bay Road had a soggy Saturday morning while being rescued by firefighters.

Around 8:45 a.m. the damp duo’s 2013 Chevy Silverado hit the deepening drink between the highway and the tennis club.

Their black pickup stalled as water lapped at its undercarriage, Cowichan Bay fire chief Ken Bulcock explained.

His volunteer hall was called by RCMP, and Bulcock decided to call North Cowichan’s hall’s more manoeuverable

Rescue crews frustrated: Cowichan Bay Road flooding strands another driver

Zodiac to the scene while the two men tried to start their swamped pickup.

“Water was up to the doors and bumper area,” Bulcock said. “They thought they’d get it going.”

But the pair had second thoughts once told rising tides were quickly pushing the water higher.

“It rose rapidly when we were there,” Bulcock said.

The Zodiac reached the truck, the two stranded guys crawled aboard, and were transported safely to shore.

It was unknown at press time if charges were pending against the pair that tried to drive across the closed road.

Flooding started during Friday’s heavy

rains.

Bulcock believed the road was marked closed by highway crews before the pair tried to ford the road.

They weren’t the only ones who ignored those closed signs on the route notorious for flooding.

“Many vehicles took the option to drive through there again, even though it was closed,” said a frustrated Bulcock.

“People try and challenge the depth of the water,” he said, calling that thinking “poor judgement.”

“If the signs are up, stay out,” he stressed.

“Take an alternate route because resources are limited as to how were going to get you out.”

own of Lake Cowichan residents no longer have to pay double to use the Cowichan Aquatic Centre — at least for the time being.

Duncan, North Cowichan and Lake Cowichan announced a deal yesterday to immediately end the two-tier fee structure at the pool for Lake Cowichan residents.

The deal — for one year, with an option to renew — means just Cowichan Lake South (Area F) and Youbou (Area H) will continue to pay under the two-tier system.

“I’m pretty happy as it makes the great facilities at the Cowichan Aquatic Centre more affordable for Lake Cowichan Ross Forrest: residents and people here enrolling their reasonable kids in swimming programs,” said Lake Cowichan Mayor Ross Forrest. “We’ve been having discussions for a couple of years. It’s been a long time coming.”

Lake Cowichan taxpayers will contribute $3,000 toward the pool, working out to about $2 per household. The mayor believes that’s “pretty reasonable.”

“We have options to extend it (the agreement) for four years and we’ll be sending out a notice in our utility bill for people to come into the office to say whether or not they think we should continue to go into the pool in 2015. We’re looking for more public input.

“We tried to get it done to include the other two areas as well but it just didn’t work out, so the town goes into it on its own.”

Lake Cowichan resident Ted Gamble has been instrumental in the switch. He set up a Facebook page last January entitled ‘Lake Cowichan needs access to the Duncan Pool’ with 113 people joining.

“It’s outstanding we now have better access to a multimillion dollar facility,” said Gamble. “It think the agreement is fabulous and I’m hoping we stay partners for the long term.

“We live by a lake, so the kids need to know how to swim.

There shouldn’t be a barrier.”

“I’m very pleased to have the Town of Lake Cowichan as a participating community so its citizens can enjoy this excellent facility. I really appreciate the efforts made by Mayor Forrest and his council in helping make this a reality,” stated Duncan Mayor Phil Kent in a media release.

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Former Green leader takes the reins of Cowichan Women Against Violence Former B.C. Green party leader Jane Sterk’s newest hue is executive director of Cowichan Women Against Violence Society.

Sterk’s background — the past decade was in politics — seems tailored toward providing leadership and support for women and kids victimized by abuse.

She holds a PhD in counselling psychology, and has a wide experience in education, health care, business and organizational tactics.

Sterk’s local role will promote a healthy culture reflecting feminist principles of shared leadership, equality, collaborative decisions

addressing conditions leading to violence, CWAV’s release says.

“CWAV has 30 years of history supporting women’s resistance and resiliency in taking action to protect themselves,” Sterk says.

She’ll also make CWAV more visible in the community, and attract volunteers.

Grave considerations trouble North Cowichan Mountain View Cemetery: graveside mementos raising maintenance concerns

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here do you draw the line on graveside mementos?

That’s an issue officials and leaders at North Cowichan are tackling at the Mountain View Cemetery site.

Council is scheduled to vote today on a bylaw that would limit personal items left at the cemetery.

“We’ve had a sign up listing limitations to what you can put at the cemetery for many years, but it has been loosely enforced,” said Mayor Jon Lefebure Tuesday. “We understand this is a very important place for people...but there are some things there that are a hazard to our employees.”

While safety hazards have been brought to the attention of staff, time and cost factors have also sparked discussion — such as maintenance workers having to move items around before and after mowing the grass.

The cemetery has two signs asking visitors to keep the site clean. More specifically, they highlight “artificial wreaths, or potted plants on the grave plots are permitted from Dec. 1 to Feb. 28, that planted shrubs, flowers or use of glass containers are not permitted and all flower/plant arrangements and wreaths may be removed at the discretion of the cemetery staff.”

“Unfortunately, the trend has been that the public has increasingly installed or placed personal items such as landscape rock, edging/fencing borders and planted flowers, trees and shrubs within the cemetery grounds,” wrote Parks and Recreation director Ernie Mansueti in a staff report.

“Other personal items include vases, photos, and hanging pictures in trees

with fishing wire.

“In most cases, the public expectation is that these items will be maintained by municipal staff. Realistically many of the items do not withstand the elements or are removed by others.”

North Cowichan resident Katherine Hendrickson wonders why the issue is coming to the table now, five years since her husband passed away from cancer and was buried at Mountain View Cemetery.

“I have visited the cemetery many, many times with flowers, baskets, solar lights and an angel, left there for him by myself and his family members and friends,” she wrote in a letter to the News Leader Pictorial.

“I have seen how many times people have grieved for their loved ones when I’ve been there and I can’t imagine why now, after five years of being allowed, for all of the mourners who come there for comfort and leave notes and things of remembrance for their loved ones.

“What harm is there in people showing their love for someone who is no longer here?”

Duncan’s Johanna Mellor feels the same.

“My 17-year-old son and 15-yearold daughter (and several friends) are buried at Mountain View Cemetery. I paid for their plots. I will bring them whatever I want to,” Mellor wrote in a letter to the News Leader Pictorial.

“The point is where is the respect?” she added in an interview Monday. “If they’re trying to save money, they can do it in different ways.”

Lefebure didn’t know off the top of his head how much is spent annually on maintenance at Mountain View, but said cost savings is the “least of their worries” and a small part of a bigger picture.

“We’ve heard other cemeteries are facing the same thing,” he said. “I think honestly we create the rules and then we try and be as reasonable as we can.”

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wo dogs had their day as a hard-wired smoke alarm and a high ceiling helped save their Whisky Point Road abode from serious damage.

Mill Bay fire chief Ron Beck said the dogs were uninjured in the Thursday blaze that started while the owners weren’t home at 2804 Whisky Point Road.

“The smoke detector attached by Price’s saved this house,” he said.

The gear automatically alerted Price’s staff. They called Nanaimo firecom, who in turn called Mill Bay’s volunteer hall.

“I was first on scene. I looked around then saw smoke and flame coming from the living-room couch area.”

Firefighters’ fast action snuffed the burn that left lots of smoke damage on the upper floor, plus some water damage below, Beck explained.

He also credited the two-storey, insured home’s cathedral ceiling that “didn’t allow much heat to build up.”

The fire’s exact cause was Ashley Degraaf North Cowichan’s decision to get tougher on graveside memorials is not sitting well with some area residents. still under investigation.

Meanwhile, Beck was glad the two canines were not injured. that only solar lights, fresh and artifior thinking of placing one are urged “One dog had enough sense cial flowers or wreaths are permitted to call the muni’s general number, to go into the master bedat the cemetery, effective March 1.

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im Quaife — a Korean War vet and former Duncan mayor who helped stop B.C.’s unpopular HST — lost his battle with cancer Thursday morning in Cowichan District Hospital.

He was 79.

Quaife’s wife of 37 years, Marlene, explained her husband’s sudden death followed surgery Dec. 10, and other procedures since then.

“Jim always fought for the underdog. Cowichan Tribes made him a blood brother.

“He’s the best thing that ever happened to Duncan; Jim loved his town. He started Teen Town because they had the highest juvenile-delinquency rate in Canada and in just one year he brought that rate down by 30%,” Marlene said of Quaife who helped design and build Bright Angel Park’s suspension bridge.

Services are expected to pack Friday’s 1 p.m. event at Duncan’s Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Tzouhalem Road.

“Jim was loved by so many people,” Marlene said, noting members of The Queen’s Own Rifles, the Cowichan Legion, Cowichan Tribes, and local service clubs.

Cowichan Legionaire and friend Allan Waddy will lead services for the ex-Crofton mill worker who owned Jim’s Sporting Goods where Just Jake’s now sits.

“Jim’s legacy is how he impacted hundreds and hundreds of lives, and made better citizens of young people — I was one of them.”

Waddy met Quaife in ‘59 through Teen Town started in Shawnigan Lake.

“He was a wonderful, selfless person, and one of the youngest mayors in Canada at age 32,” he said of Quaife’s two mayoral terms (1966-72).

“Public service was his main goal. Jim always cared about the other person.”

Quaife more recently gained media attention by spearheading the local effort in the provincial campaign to trash the HST in August 2011.

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Former Cowichan Tribes land manager John Keating worked with Quaife when the band bought the old Koksilah Nursery to train young Tribes members.

“Jim was a remarkable man. He was a really good mentor in many ways to the young people at the nursery; he led by example. His work ethic was hard to keep up

with, even if you were a young person,” Keating said of the former roofing businessman.

Keating seconded former mayor Mike Coleman’s notion native-Brit Quaife was a friendly and robust guy, with eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

“He was a real leader, immensely upbeat, always had a smile and always saw opportunities,” said Keating.

One opportunity in 1954 saw Cpl. Quaife save his squad of frontline soldiers whose weapons were being

Jim Quaife served as a business leader, Korean war soldier and politician, and even had a chance, as mayor, to welcome Queen Elizabeth II to Duncan. refurbished.

“North Koreans crossed the DMZ into where Jim’s men were, and they all laid down and played dead,” he explained of Quaife who received the Peacekeeping Medal.

“To this day (the war) left him visibly shaken.”

Quaife survived to shake hands with the Queen and Prince Philip who laid the cornerstone of Duncan’s new library near downtown in 1971.

Quaife’s scrapbooks will be donated to Duncan’s archives, Marlene noted.

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Tonight: Parents meet to jumpstart Cow High replacement process

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male youth was uninjured after being removed from Duncan’s silver bridge Wednesday at around 5:30 p.m., RCMP Sgt. Chris Swain says.

North Cowichan/Duncan detachment was told of a person on the bridge and attended, along with North Cowichan’s south-end fire crew.

Finding no one on the dark bridge, Mounties feared the person had jumped into the frigid water.

North Cowichan’s southend firefighters used their Zodiac rescue boat to search under the bridge while a police dog squad was also called

hink Duncan needs a new secondary school?

Your chance to help get the ball rolling comes tonight.

Cowichan Secondary School is hosting a brainstorming session on how to replace the school.

Cowichan Secondary Parents Advisory Committee chair Sara Warneken Lowe said folks from the district’s “feeder” elementary schools are gathering to discuss the possibilities for a Cow High replacement project and strategies to move the project forward faster.

“Cowichan valley kids deserve a new secondary school,” said Warneken Lowe in a new Facebook group Cowichan Secondary: Replacement School Action.

“Plans are in the pipeline to replace Cowichan Secondary School, but it’s not a done deal yet.

Would you like to see this happen in time for your kids to benefit?”

Plans for a school replacement have sat stale since money to purchase the old Pioneer Park

Andrew Leong

North Cowichan’s south-end fire crew scours the Cowichan River Wednesday as police feared someone had jumped from Duncan’s silver bridge. A male youth was found uninjured on the span. to find the person before the youth told police he was still on the bridge.

“We went out there thinking someone was trying to jump.

No one did jump,” Swain stressed.

“The person on the bridge identified himself, and we

dealt with it appropriately.”

Swain declined to give details about why the youth was on the bridge.

He was not charged, and was taken for assessment, he said.

“This is not a criminal matter.”

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The replacement of Cowichan Secondary School has been a priority for the Cowichan Valley School District for quite some time. site from North Cowichan more than two years ago.

“It’s a community school, so we’d like to look at something that would have possible spaces for community groups, sports, and youth all the way up to seniors,” Warneken Lowe said. “We’re looking at connecting with some of those community groups who might be interested as well.”

Tonight’s meeting will be first of many to come, promised Warneken Lowe.

Organizers are also looking at holding a much bigger session at the end of February with a guest speaker from Revelstoke who was involved in a similar committee in her community.

Tonight’s session starts at 7 p.m. at CSS.

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Get ready for our Olympians to unite Canada

Go Canada! Anything that brings a country together like this has to be a good thing

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ur new favourite son, at least for the next month or so, is Jamie Benn, our very own member of the Canadian men’s Olympic hockey team.

OK, he’s from Victoria, but close enough.

Benn joins Dan Hamhuis of Smithers, Penticton’s Duncan Keith, Shea Weber of Sicamous and the pride of Anahim Lake, Carey Price, are near the top of our list, too.

The Olympics begin in Sochi, Russia on Feb. 6. And since 2012 local Olympian Michael Braithwaite picked up oars and teammate Emily Zurrer elected to We will be in chase soccer balls, Cowichan will not have a hometown athlete to follow. front of our But what is great about the Olympics TVs come is how everyone becomes a hometown hero, as long as they are wearing red Feb. 6 and white.

Lest you believe the Games are irrelevant in the grand scheme of things, we ask you to consider some numbers. More than 16.6 million people in this country watched the 2010 Olympic men’s hockey final, making it the most watched television broadcast in Canadian history.

David Suzuki could only dream of those kind of numbers.

But in this country, that’s just the nature of things.

In it’s not just hockey. We will also be keeping tabs on the speed skating oval (with our Qualicum Beach connection, William Dutton), the ski hills and every other venue.

There are many Olympics haters out there, but we ask for a pass today from them, despite their hard-to-argue-against points related to the ridiculous $50 billion cost of staging an Olympics and how that money could be better spent.

It just can’t be wrong to cheer for our athletes who have worked so hard since they were youngsters to reach this stage.

Go Jamie Benn! Go Canada Go!

We say:

The good and the bad of this week in Cowichan This we don’t

This we like

The two-tier payment system at the Cowichan Aquatic Centre is a symbol of a lack of co-operation within our community.

So it is good to say another brick fall in that standoff, with the addition of Lake Cowichan into the pool of pool partners.

Just two more holdouts left to go.

Directors Ian Morrison (Cowichan Lake South) and Pat Weaver (Youbou), maybe its time for you to finish the job.

North Cowichan firefighters use their Zodiac after a truck stalled trying to cross flooded Cowichan Bay Road.

Election may tell the final tale on Echo Heights Robert Douglas

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espite strong community opposition, North Cowichan Council recently voted to approve a controversial development plan for the Echo Heights forest that could see 20 % of the 54-acre property in Chemainus turned into residential housing.

North Cowichan Mayor Jon Lefebure was one of two council members who voted against the plan, preferring to instead preserve Echo Heights as parkland.

As Lefebure acknowledged plans to develop the parcel are driven by the financing needs of various community development projects, including parts of the Chemainus revitalization strategy that promises a new skateboard park, town centre square, library and seawalk.

North Cowichan has earmarked nearly

$10 million in community development projects, with more than half of total funding expected to come from the sale of municipal properties.

In fact, North Cowichan recently cautioned that failing to develop Echo Heights could hurt plans with several projects including the Chemainus revitalization strategy.

Lefebure is careful to note, however, that such projects could still go ahead without developing the parcel.

It’s more a matter of timing.

“What you can say about it is that everything on the list could be accomplished over time without funds from Echo Heights. It’s just a matter of how long it takes. Do we want more money from taxes, or to leave certain projects off the list?”

Might there be an opportunity for residents to tell North Cowichan council they could live with delaying certain community development projects a few years, or even taking them off the list? The 2014 budget

It’s seems like every year it is the same story.

The rains come, Cowichan Bay Road floods and somebody makes a foolish decision to drive through the water.

Read the signs. Use your eyes. Make the smart decision. Take another route.

Our rescue crews are busy people.

Don’t waste their time because of laziness, or because you think the rules just don’t apply to you.

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cycle may provide a window of opportunity.

“Everything we plan to do will be in the budget. Residents are free to come to council meetings and the budget open house in to say what they want municipal funds spent on.”

North Cowichan owns properties across the district, many of which would surely attract less controversy than Echo Heights.

Why not develop one of these sites instead?

While Lefebure did vote against developing Echo Heights, he understands the rationale behind selecting the site.

“Because Echo Heights is adjacent to services, zoned for residential development and within the urban growth boundary, staff recommended that some development take place there, and successive councils have wrestled with how much would be appropriate.”

Although developing Echo Heights may make sense from a fiscal standpoint,

Lefebure acknowledges such a point of view does not necessarily take into account its ecological values.

And that’s the heart of the problem.

No matter how much profit can be generated from developing the property, the overwhelming majority of those who have shown interest in Echo Heights still want all of it preserved for future generations.

North Cowichan may have approved the Echo Heights development plan, but with the next municipal election only months away and the plan still having to clear several hurdles, this story may be far from over.

Rob Douglas is Constituency President of the Cowichan Valley NDP. He can be reached at douglas.robert.g@ gmail.com. The views expressed here are his own and do not necessarily reflect those of the NDP.

Wednesday, January 15, 2014 Have an opinion you’d like to share? email editor@cowichannewsleader.com phone 250-746-4471

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Where would you build the new police station?

“On the current site next to the apartment block. Using what we have already, and having a presence near town is a big thing.”

Josephine Rose, North Cowichan

“To me, it makes sense to build it (on Ford Road) near the Cowichan Commons. It doesn’t make sense to put it where it could flood, or where there’s a marsh.”

Deb Kostyk, Cobble Hill

What do you think? Log on to www.cowichannewsleader.com and answer our Question of the Week. Results will be published in our next edition.

Climate change reality demands new leadership

PM protest anything but peaceful and respectful

Dear editor A few days before Prime Minister Harper’s visit, local “carbon-buster” Peter Nix sent out an email urging support for a “climate protest” at the gates to Brentwood College.

Part of the email read: “...we will form a large peaceful crowd around the entrance.

(Our) dress and demeanour should be respectful — we should dress and act as if we are potential Harper supporters (ugh).”

But the demonstration only served to intensify the divisions in our community.

People certainly have the right to protest and express their opinion, but intimidating event-goers at the gates of Brentwood went too far. The organizers at the Harper event had deliberately reserved the parking on the campus for seniors and those with mobility issues. I arrived to the event early, and didn’t see any of this first-hand, but I heard dozens of complaints from those seniors and others who eventually managed to make it into the event about feeling bullied, threatened, and intimidated at the college entrance.

Peaceful and respectful, Mr. Nix? Ugh. Al Siebring

In my opinion: change the PM

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he first time a Prime Minister comes to Cowichan in 60 years, yet ordinary citizens were not even told of his visit, not invited to ask questions, and protected from view by police officers? Wow, is this a democracy?

When I learned the prime minister was coming, I asked carbon busters to come. And come they did — between 200 and 300 met me at the Brentwood entrance to ask questions to Stephen Harper about climate change.

I am so ticked off! I have worked for many oil and gas companies only to quit when I realized greenhouse gases will destroy my kids’ future.

But Harper has not changed his life or his courtesy Joanne Jenner comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com Prime Minister Stephen Harper has come under some fire for not being more accessible during his recent Cowichan climate change policies one bit.

Brentwood College is a school for goodness visit, but not by this group of children who got a chance to meet with him near the Kinsol Trestle. sake — are students not encouraged to ask I hope Harper took a close look at questions? What a farce! Shame on Harper. ter of this country is not helping anything; paying for their transit ride. Same goes for Shame on Brentwood for supporting this travthe Mill Bay waterfront only confirming how out-of-touch they free skating /swimming at the huge moneyesty of a democracy. And shame on us if we let Dear editor are on this island. I will, and I hope others losing recreational facilities. The CVRD it happen without protest.

During Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s will, apologize for this performance for the gives a 75%-plus subsidy to those who use Since I did not contribute to Harper’s camvisit, I hope he noticed the pristine beach, their cultural and recreational facilities. In paign, I was not invited to see Harper. Instead, clean ocean, beautiful tide pools, visiting sea Cowichan Valley.

South Cowichan the Kerry Park arena is the I gave his well-heeled guests a list of questions lions, new oceanfront restaurant and seaside Glenn Charge Duncan largest single tax spender in the area. as they drove in. Questions like: when will condos out front of Brentwood school while It’s now budget time and a good time to you understand Canada cannot have a strong he considers oil covering it all. He’ll likely take a fresh look at the CVRD forcing taxeconomy if our climate, and society, is destroyed eat wild salmon and fresh island seafood. It Symbolism of Harper visit payers to pay for wasteful practices and ser- by greenhouse gases — and that local renewable might be the last time he is able to. vices and mostly empty buses. Users should energy sources, not pipelines, will provide more stunningly obvious Marilyn Erickson be paying the full cost if they demand Dear editor long term jobs for Canadians than fossil fuel? comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com these extra services. That’s what the CVRD The symbolism of Stephen Harper’s But we all know Harper’s real purpose in requires for sewer and water and many other coming was to rub the back of his financial invitation-only gathering beyond the gates services they provide. But for some reason over the moat was not lost on the supporters, and to bolster support for this new Apology warranted for the attack on and they love giving away tax money for transit, riding. No questions allowed. protestors or the loyalists. It was stunning. prime minister culture and recreation and the hundreds of It reflected the real Harper approach to But speaking of democracy on a positive note, Dear editor thousands of grant dollars they dole out governing Canada. local politicians did come to protest; including Perhaps the NDP should be congratulated Richard Hughes each year without much thought or account- CVRD directors Loren Duncan, Lori Lanfor the attempt to disrupt and embarrass ability from their $60 million-plus of tax comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com nidinardo and Ian Morrison, as well as Duncan Stephen Harper. For me, it was a very spending.

Councillor Michelle Staples — big thanks for embarrassing performance, not suitable Our taxes would be much lower if they their political courage. And thanks also to the There is no such thing as a free ride or tolerable. Recruiting a variety of fringe were consistent in policy. Let’s have full RCMP for protecting our right to protest.

Dear editor causes to personally attack the prime minisdisclosure when some new service is planned Local politicians at our rally helped demonIn spite of the Cowichan Valley Regional as to its exact taxpayer cost and who really strate Harper is the real anti-democratic radical.

District having one of the worst-performing benefits from politicians giving away our His support for oil pipelines companies will transit systems in B.C. and taking millions money. A bit of honesty would help as well contribute to the destruction of our climate and from local taxpayers to keep it going, they when advertising something as being “free.” society. Hey, how radical is that? continue to give away free bus rides on a W.E.(Bill) Dumont Ironically, protesters are the conservatives; regular basis. More than 95% of residents Cobble Hill “Are you scared the West Coast’s disappearing starfish in the sense that we want to “conserve” our never use the buses.

It is dishonest for govpopulation is a symptom of a larger ecological problem? ” climate. We call it climate justice. ernments to trumpet a heavily subsidized, You answered: Millions of lives are being destroyed by the More letters online mostly empty transit system as providing lack of action on climate change. But instead of 58 per cent YES free services to anyone. Who gave these guys Also, read fresh stories every day and share your thoughts acting on this historic crisis, Harper visits rich the right to squander our money?

To vote on the next Question of the Week, log onto the Brentwood supporters and thanks them for with the community immediately through the comments These so-called freebies simply force taxweb poll at www.cowichannewsleader.com their money and for ignoring this very apparfunction at cowichannewsleader.com payers to unwillingly put more tax money ent tragedy. You have to be really uncaring, or into the system while a very few enjoy not delusional, not to see what is happening in the world. I am really angry!

Let’s use our anger constructively to elect politicians who will phase out the fossil fuel industry. And yes, for all those critics out there, 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. those of us who consume fossil fuels (like all of response to issues raised in our pages get top priority; Keep it clean — attack the issue, Here’s how to send it to us: us) also need to conserve and switch to renewnot the individual.

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Kroffats thank the community

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y the way, did you hear: • Sent to us by Jason, Renee and Ethan Kroffat: “On Nov. 8. we suddenly lost our son and twin brother Caleb outside the Island Savings Centre. His death is still being analyzed but we have been given some closure he passed from a medical heart condition. Since we lost Caleb we have had so much love and support to help us through this difficult time and felt it was necessary to give thanks to the many people who made time in their busy lives to comfort us with open arms.

We are thankful to all our family and friends that sent cards, food, phoned us, gave gift cards, cash donations, all the kind words and messages online.

“We were overwhelmed by the fundraising that was done at the Nov. 22 Capitals game

by Bonnie Dillabough and Tina Baker, and all the volunteers who helped them. Also greatly appreciated are the generous fundraising by Moo’s Pizza and Kyle Hicks and the outpouring of donations made to our family from generous employees and management at the Chemainus Sawmill, Cowichan Minor Hockey, Ryan Clark Memorial Fund and the Cowichan Valley Bottle Depot.

“Many thanks to all the businesses who

Valley people Name: Eric Marshall Occupation: retired Age: 83 Hometown: King’s Lynn, Norfolk, England If you get a chance go see: Once Upon A Time Cowichan...

Right now I am reading: Down Under by Bill Bryson I’m listening to: Handel’s Messiah At least once everyone should: visit the Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre Most people don’t know I: am left-handed Proudest or happiest moment: having a library in Winnipeg named after me Embarrassing moment: my library has just been closed If I was appointed king of the valley I would: ban hunting in the Cowichan estuary Before I die: I want to visit the Galapagos Islands Words I live by: volunteer — help others

donated to the fundraisers and donations made to our family from Drinkwater Elementary School, Cowichan Secondary Dry Grad Committee, Cowichan Valley Jr. A Capitals Organization, Lake Cowichan Minor Hockey.

“Heartfelt thanks to the staff at the Island Savings Centre, paramedics and staff at Cowichan District Hospital who attended to Caleb. The Cowichan Valley Junior A Capitals game scheduled on February 28 will be honouring Caleb by hanging his hockey jersey.

We would love all who knew Caleb to come to this special evening and to watch a great hockey game.”

• Art teacher Kimberley Lewis tells us what a treat Chemainus was for 25 West Island College Preparatory School Grade 8 students from Calgary she brought here for her fifthannual Chemainus Artist Retreat. Students learned the story about the Little Town That Did as part of their lessons in the economic power of art, then came here to experience the town first-hand and meet the mural guru, Karl Schutz.

Exciting things happening for you, your friends or your family that you want to share with your community? Send me a quick email at editor@cowichannewsleader.com. We’d love to spread the word.

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• • • COWICHAN FAMILY • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

A Family in Focus

Meet: the Knights

JoHannah and Damion have one son, Edmund, 6, and one daughter Abby, 4 What’s your strategy for balancing work and family?

After my son was born I felt drawn to the ECEC field, as I was intrigued about his life and brain development. I chose to be a stay-at-home mom and study early childcare online. We built our home with daycare playspace plans, knowing childcare would be in my personal life and newfound career. Having my husband working close to home allows him to be available for his career and family. When we are not working we enjoy our local beaches, parks, trails and love outdoor projects.

Tell us about a big parenting challenge you faced and how you solved it.

My biggest challenge right now is with my son’s hearing loss.

For five years we didn’t know our son was not hearing us very well. We thought he was just not listening. In kindergarten he failed his hearing test and had tube surgery five months later and was fitted for a hearing aid this fall. We are now facing another health challenge as our son is continuing to lose hearing in one of his ears and there is no medical explanation at this time.

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The Cowichan Intercultural Society Compassionate Leadership program is an opportunity to make friends, share culture and develop leadership skills in a fun, safe and supported way.

Building compassionate leaders Intercultural society: free program helps train students who want to make a difference

Ashley Degraaf

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etting Cowichan’s youth involved in cultural diversity is a mission of Cowichan Intercultural Society’s Ray Anthony.

It’s also the mandate for one of CIS’s several programs running in the community — the Compassionate Leadership program.

“A lot of these students just want to do more,” project co-ordinator Anthony said recalling the first workshops presented to Frances Kelsey, Cowichan High and Chemainus secondary students.

“There are many benefits to the students who participate in the project,” Anthony said. “We will work with schools to ensure that students participating in the project will receive credit for their hours that can be used to satisfy their community service graduation requirement.”

Participants will also receive a Compassionate

Leadership completion certificate and a personalized reference letter that can be used in college or university applications and on their resume.

For students new to Canada or Cowichan, the project is an opportunity to make friends, share culture and develop leadership skills in a fun, safe and supported way.

The program is open to students in Grades 10 to 12 attending one of the five Cowichan Valley public secondary schools (including Cowichan Valley Open Learning Alternative), and is a partnership effort between CIS, School District 79 and the Cowichan branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association.

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My Fair Lady show must go on — at a later date

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Folks with South Island Musical Theatre Society staging My Fair Lady decided Sunday to postpone the musical as its leading lady has come down with pneumonia and the H1N1 virus, Cathy Schmidt confirmed Monday.

Sarah Lane has been cast as My Fair Lady’s Eliza Doolittle, however the show’s tight-knit cast agreed to wait until she recovers rather than

recast the role.

“The most amazing piece about this is really our cast. This cast is a real family and we didn’t want to go ahead without her. Her health is number one.”

Schmidt and the gang is currently waiting for permissions to confirm the date change.

They expected to seal the deal by the end

Wednesday, January 15, 2014 of this week. The show had been set to debut Jan. 31. In the meantime, the crew is still set to participate in a concert with the Medford Singers this Sunday.

Folks who’ve already purchased tickets/ vouchers can exchange them when new dates have been released. For more, contact Cowichan Theatre ticket centre at 250-748-7529.

Medford Singers evolving under the new direction of Simon Says Bev’s legacy lives on: Simon Leung leads local singers into new and old areas Peter W. Rusland

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ev Medford’s musical legacy lives in the aural evolution of her Medford Singers.

Proof can be heard during Sunday’s Winter Song concert in Duncan United Church.

It will sport some 40 Medfords, three guest soloists, a sample of the local upcoming musical My Fair Lady, and even some Baroque players — all led by merry task master, Simon Leung.

That Baroque ensemble, and the Medfords singing in Italian, symbolizes the Cowichan choir’s growth basically from pop and Broadway tunes into classical, folk and other styles.

That’s why the weekend’s wint“I remember Bev eruption is subdubbed A Touch saying years ago of Pop, Broadway, we need to sing all and Classical.

“I remember kinds of music.”

Bev saying years ago that as a community choir we need to sing all kinds of music,” 18-year member and soprano Michele Jedwab said of her mentor who died Nov. 2, 2009.

“Simon says singing all kinds of music

Jedwab

lets us grow as singers and as a choir; he’s always light-hearted, but he gets results.”

Leung is a globally accomplished choir conductor and Victoria Choral Society’s former assistant conductor. He met Medford in 2007, and remembered her supporting his earload of projects.

“After her passing, the Medfords asked me to help as they were lacking some direction, and some of the enhancement they can benefit from with different genres of music.

He assumed the reins in 2011 from interim leader Mike Simkins.

“The idea is to build them up technically and vocally as a multi-faceted choir which is more interesting than singing just two types of music.”

Sunday’s song smorg spans medleys from Les Misérables and John Denver, plus The Prayer by David Foster, Time To Say Goodbye, and Vivaldi’s Gloria.

Peter W. Rusland The guesting South Island Musical Simon Leung leads the sturdy Medford Singers and guest soloists through Duncan United Church rehearsals toward this Theatre Society will perform songs from its Sunday’s concert Winter Song: A Touch of Pop, Broadway and Classical. upcoming production of My Fair Lady.

“You have to be able to sing in different lan- teaches people.

Gloria will see soloists Ann Yelland, Jan“I came to learn, and Simon’s the person ice Campbell and Elizabeth Barrett join the guages because it enhances the technicality.”

Singing in, say, Italian, Spanish or who’s stretching people to expand their choir, and the Baroque ensemble. horizons,” he said.

“I think Bev would be extremely proud of French, also paints what he called “differ“Once you get immersed in singing, it us in the way we’ve carried on and even ex- ent shades and colours when you use your comes naturally, like reading, and Simon panded,” said Jedwab. “She thought highly voice.”

“I’m lucky to have the Medfords.” explains things really well.” of Simon because they’re both so musical.”

And one-year member Bob Restall sigJedwab agreed. “The love of music Bev The choir’s strides also aim to entertain naled he’s lucky to be a Medford. had has kept us going. We’re determined to audiences, Leung noted.

The bass never met Medford, but her carry it on; we don’t want to stop singing.’’

“I’m very happy with their growth shiny choir drives him, wife Susan, and because of their attitude of improving other singers to travel to Duncan from Your ticket themselves; the audience needs to have fun Lake Cowichan for Leung’s rehearsals and What: Winter Song too, and in turn we entertain ourselves. concerts.

When: Jan. 19, 2 p.m.

“I always have the audience in mind as a “Simon’s enthusiasm’s contagious; he Where: Duncan United Church, Ingram major part of our concerts.” really brings out the best in people.

Street Leung, who studied at UVic and the “The fact he’s introduced a real variety Tickets: $15, children free. Visit Volume Victoria Conservatory, also lends an ear to of musical styles is great because it really One Bookstore and the church office his choir’s linguistic needs.

Dance showcase aims to wow with taste of Bollywood and much more

Chemainus: students stepping up to show off their skills Lindsay Chung

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his is a great week to be a dancer or dance lover in Chemainus.

Dance students at Chemainus Secondary School are getting ready to perform their annual Dance Showcase Wednesday and Thursday at the school.

Students have been working on a variety of dances for the Showcase since September. They will present six class dances, and the students have choreographed some of their own dances, explained teacher Ashley Bell.

Bell has also choreographed a dance for a small group that wanted to do a contemporary dance.

“I think people will enjoy the numbers, and a fan favourite will be

the Bollywood finale,” said Bell. ‘The group has worked very hard.”

Thirty-six students ranging from Grade 9 to 12 will perform. Bell says this group is full of energy.

“Because it’s such a dynamic group from Grade 9 to 12 and there are students who have never danced before, students who used to dance and took a break and students who still dance, there are lots of varying abilities, and I think there’s a lot of talent,” she said.

“The dedication and devotion to dance has been quite impressive. To put out this many group dances in such a short time is quite a feat.”

During Thursday night’s performance, a number of awards will be presented, including grade awards, a Student Choice Award, a Most Improved Dancer Award and a Fundraising Queen Award.

Lindsay Chung

Clockwise from front left, Jama Bezjack, Chuckie Sam, Hailey Brunt, Rebekah Loranger, Chelsea Quist, Ann-Marie Louie, Jake Switzer and Amy Beaulieu are among the 36 dancers performing during Chemainus Secondary School’s Dance Showcase Jan. 15 and 16.

The audience can expect a variety of skits including duets, trios, smaller groups and a few solos, as well as a variety of styles including hip-hop, contemporary, dance hall,

musical theatre and a bit of jazz, Bell explained.

“They’ve been working really hard and, as for the class dances, they’ve learned six dances, which is a dance

per month, on top of the other routines. They’re quite excited to showcase what they’ve been working on.”

The students are a tad nervous too.

“You’re never quite ready,” Bell said.

Both nights there will be a silent auction, bake sale, door prizes and a raffle. On Thursday, there will be a photo booth sponsored by Jeff Puska from Par 4 DJ Services.

All of this will raise money for the dance program and help pay for costumes, guest presenters, makeup artists, field trips, music, a sound system and lighting.

— with a file from Ashley Degraaf Your ticket What: Dance Showcase Where: Chemainus Secondary School When: Jan. 15 and 16, at 6:30 p.m.

Tickets: $10, $7 for students and seniors, $25 for a family of four, at the door or at the school office

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Cittaslow Cowichan Bay Society Annual General Meeting: Registration at 7 p.m. AGM at 7:30 p.m. Wine and cheese at 8:30 p.m. at Hilary’s Cheese, 1737 Cowichan Bay Rd. Please RSVP to cittaslowcanada@ gmail.com or 250.732.3541.

Alanon family group: a selfhelp recovery program for people whose lives may have been affected by someone else’s drinking. 7:30 p.m., Duncan United Church, Ingram Street, Duncan. Call 746-0251, 245-3076 or 749-0134.

DivorceCare: Helping people come to grips with the pain of divorce and to rebuild their lives in God’s care, 6:30 p.m. at St Andrew’s Presbyteriean Church, 531 Herbert St., Duncan. Call 250-746-7413 to register.

Cowichan Men’s Circle: Where men come to be supported in all aspects of their lives without fear of blame or judgment at the HUB in Cowichan Station, 7 p.m. $5 donation.

Chemainus Secondary School Dance Showcase: Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m. Tickets on sale at the door, $10 for adults, $7 for students/ seniors and $25 for a family of four. Raffle, door prizes, bake sale and prizes.

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Grant Haynes of Libra Tree Services donated his time on Saturday, Jan. 4 to chip Christmas trees, a fundraising event for the Cowichan Secondary Grad Class 2014. Tree chipping and a bottle drive was conducted at the school’s parking lot.

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Chemainus Secondary School Dance Showcase: Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m.

Tickets on sale at the door, $10 for adults, $7 for students/seniors and $25 for a family of four. Raffle, door prizes, bake sale and prizes.

winning violinist Caroline Goulding debuts with the Victoria Symphony, playing Bruch’s melodic Scottish Fantasy. 7:30 p.m., Cowichan Theatre, 2687

Medford Singers present Winter Song—A Touch of Pop, Broadway & Classical: A welcome musical break to the winter—Simon Leung conducts with Jo Wright accompanying. Featuring selections from Les Miserables, John Denver, Vivaldi’s Gloria and many other popular numbers.

Tickets: $15; Children 12 and under: Free, 2 p.m., at Duncan United Church.

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Tickets: adult $10, $5 child.

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Reel Alternatives—Unfinished Song: Arthur (Terence Stamp) is a curmudgeon perfectly content with his routine until his beloved wife (Vanessa Redgrave) introduces him to a local singing group. This Reel

Alternatives selection from the Toronto International Film Festival is a fundraiser for Cowichan Valley Hospice Services, 7 p.m.

Cowichan Theatre. Tickets: $12, student w/card (Rows A-C only) $5. Call 250-748-7529.

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Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families: A 12-step program for those whose childhood is still causing them problems, 7 p.m. at the Alano Club, 107 Evans St. Call 748-5993.

Living with Cancer Support Group: Everyone with cancer and their caregivers welcome.

Canadian Cancer Society Office, 394 Duncan St., 10:30 a.m.

Saturday

Victoria Symphony Tania Miller Conductor

Copland: Orchestral Variations Bruch: Scottish Fantasy Osterle: New World: The Golden Door (World Premier) Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 5 (Reformation)

Little Shop of Horrors: at the Wilkinson Theatre at Shawnigan Lake School, 7:30 p.m.

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LAIRD, Trevor James Passed away suddenly on January 3, 2014 in Duncan, B.C.. Trevor was born on October 8, 1967 in Trenton, Ontario. He was a loving father of Cassandra and grandfather of Kianna, Dylan, and Shyanne. Beloved son of Marlene Laird (Tom Panzenboeck) and Bill Laird. Dear brother of Sean (Tammy) and his late twin Troy and his family, step brother Thomas and step sisters Kristen and Chantelle.

Grandson of Jim and the late Margaret Brant. Nephew of Christine Brant and Rob Brant (Joan). Will be sadly missed by his cousin Amy Anderson and many relatives and friends.

A celebration of Trevor’s life will be on Saturday January 18, 2014 from 1 – 3pm at H.W. Wallace Cremation and Burial Centre, 5285 Polkey Rd., Duncan. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations can be made to the Lions Club of Duncan.

Online condolences at hwwallacecbc.com

H.W. Wallace 5285 Polkey Rd. 250-701-0001 FULTON, Murray Ross May 22,1967 - January 3, 2014 Murray passed away peacefully, pain free, at 1:00 a.m. in Lion’s Gate Hospital, North Vancouver, after a year long struggle with cancer. Murray is survived by his wife, Midah; his cherished daughter, Mariah; parents Bud and Bea Fulton; beloved sister, Patricia White (Brian); brother, Gordon (Loree); well loved niece, Emily Fulton and nephews, Fraser Fulton and Samuel White. He thoroughly enjoyed the company of his many maternal relatives at the family reunion in 2012.

Growing up in Duncan, he participated in a multitude of activities - Boy Scouts, St. Peter’s Sunday School, competing on the local Swim Club, 4H Sheep Club and many CSSS athletic activities. After graduating he worked as a surveyor’s helper with Michael Hanson and on a crew with Falconbridge Mining. He attended one year at Langara College, Vancouver, then had the incredible experience of working the entire duration of Expo ‘86, sincerely appreciating the direction of Jim Pattison. He then attended Georgian College of Applied Arts and Technology, Marine Engineering Div., Owen Sound, Ontario, for three years, graduating with honours in 1989.

He was a global citizen working in many parts of the world as a Marine Superintendent, Stolt Shipping, living in Singapore for twelve years and Rotterdam for eight, the world’s two largest ports. Five years ago he returned to Vancouver to work with the Seaspan Management Team as a Team West Marine Superintendent. In many ways he was our eyes to the world, although he was here for such a short time, he touched the lives of so many people, both here and abroad. He is respectfully and very fondly remembered by his many colleagues. We shall all miss his astute observations, his warm caring spirit, his sense of humour and his infectious laughter.

His family would like to thank his many friends, particularly Neil and Tanya Trafford, and his colleagues at Seaspan, who provided incredible ongoing support. The Staff at Lion’s Gate Hospital, his physician, Dr. Anis Lakha, and the B.C. Cancer Clinic - Vancouver, provided exceptional care. Our family is so very appreciative.

A Celebration of Life will be held on February 22, 2014, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Maple Bay Yacht Club. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Lion’s Gate Hospital Foundation. “Those we love do not go away; They walk beside us everyday.

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FAGAN, Edith 1938 - 2013 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected and tragic passing of Edith Fagan.

She was born in Duncan on January 12, 1938, and passed away on December 26, 2013.

Edith came into this world with nothing. She faced many hardships but she left this world loved by many.

She was held most dear by her caregivers Bobbie and Patti, her housemates, Judy, Tami & Janet, and her dear friends at her day program.

As she got older she grew to trust the people in her life.

Once you were welcomed into her heart, she trusted you completely.

Edie enjoyed the simple pleasures in life -- bowling,crafts, dancing & music and ice-cream. But we all know her prize possessions were her teddies/dollies.

She melted your heart with a tickle and a poke in your ribs, or neck or leg, etc.!

She was very quiet but her little cackle of a laugh made everyone smile.

Our hearts will always be full of love for you Eddie, even though you have left us too soon. A memorial tea will be held January 24 from 1-3 p.m. at Duncan Community Lodge (formerly the Moose Hall).

QUAIFE James William (Jim) Jim passed away peacefully on Jan 9th 2014 at the Cowichan District Hospital after a long heartfelt battle with cancer.

Jim was predeceased by his father James William Sr 1999 and his Mother Lucy Mary nee Ball. Jim is survived by his wife and Partner of 37 years Marlene, his two sons Dale,(Celene) Ontario and Mark (Deanna) Creston and his step children Gary (Carolyn) Nanaimo, Cheryl (Travis) Abbottsford, and Jeff Davenport of Edmonton. His brothers John (Doreen), Robert (Judy), Dave (Pat), Betty and Bob Duncan of Campbell River. Grandchildren Dallin, Kali, Braden, Ryan, Anthony, Amanda, Rebecca, and Mellisa. Great Grandchildren Seinna, and Baby Cohen. Many cousins, sister and brother in-law Bunty and Mike Williams of Langley.

Jim was born in Hastings Sussex England on April 5th 1934. His family came to Canada in 1939.

The family migrated many places before settling in Crofton. Jim enlisted into the 2nd Btn of the Queens Own Rifles where he served in Korea from 1953 to 1956. Jim worked in Crofton mill for 10 years before entering politics in 1966 to 1972. Jim was the youngest Mayor in Canada at 32 years old He was responsible for Teen Town, The south Cowichan Recreation Commission, and designing and building the suspension bridge at Bright Angel park. He was the only Mayor in Duncan to host Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip laying the cornerstone for the new seniors and Library building May of 1971.

Jim worked as a realtor from 1977- 1994 and was a owner in Goldstream garden centre with Marlene and manager of the KOKISILAH farm nursery for 5 years. He is owner of Pacific Horizon Consultants, self-employed from 2004 to Dec 2013. Jim was an amazing man of many talents and he excelled at them all. Jim loved golf, fishing, hunting, bowling, he has his 300 ring. Jim also owned and operated Jim's sporting goods store where Just Jakes is now on Craig Street. Jim worked side by side with First Nations and was a blood brother to Clyde, Bernie and Jarriod who loved and worked together in his business.

Jim loved this little town of Duncan, this is his home and is where he will be laid to rest. Jim had the most positive outlook of any man I knew.

He had a million dollar smile, a heart of gold and always helped the underdog, and never gave up on his Canucks. Duncan and North Cowichan has lost a great friend and a warrior, may his smile always shine with the sun, his blue eyes sparkle with the stars and we will always look to the heavens to remember him, I lost my best friend and lover and I hope the sun will come out again for me.

I would like to thank the angels on the 3rd floor of the hospital who loved and looked after Jim. A funeral Service will be held on Friday January 17, 2014 at 1:00 pm, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 1815 Tzouhalem Road.

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MASSEY, Frederick Vincent (Vince) Vince passed away suddenly at his home on Wednesday, January 8, 2014. He was born on November 9, 1941. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Diana; children, Raymond (Pam) and their son Samuel; Michael (Deidre) and their children Kyle and Jade; Tanya (Chris) Albury, as well as his brother Melvin Massey (Peggy) of Parksville, brother-in-law Jim Wright (Laurie) of Surrey and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Vince joined the Army at age 17 in 1959-1962 and served overseas. He then met his beautiful bride, Diana in Honeymoon Bay. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary this past October 12th, 2013.

Vince worked as a truck driver for 43 years starting with CPR, Domans and retired from Trans Isle Freightways in 2007 (14,220 days to be exact).

During his working career he was also a volunteer ambulance driver for 9 years. Vince loved fishing and years of camping trips as well as hunting. He is well known for his “famous� smoked salmon. He will be missed by his friends and family and many other “Lucky� associates.

There will be a celebration of life at the Duncan Eagles Hall on Saturday, January 18 from 1-3pm. Please stop by to share a story and enjoy some refreshments. Also, a sincere thank you to the emergency responders who attended our home.

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Competitive wage rates, a comprehensive benefits program fully paid by the company are all reasons to consider a career at PaciďŹ c Energy.

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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

PILLOWTOP MATTRESS SET. Brand new, queen size for sale. $200. (250)713-9680 Two matching Lazy Boy recliners. Clean, grey-brown fabric. $250 /pair OBO 250-246-1481

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Ladysmith Chronicle We are looking for a temporary part-time sales person. Up to 30 hours per week (exible) for a couple of months. Previous sales/marketing would be an asset but if you are great with people and are willing to learn new skills this may be a good ďŹ t for you.

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Please forward resumÊ and cover letter ASAP to: Teresa McKinley, Publisher Ladysmith/Chemainus Chronicle 940 Oyster Bay Road Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A3 Fax: 250-245-2230 e-mail: publisher@ladysmithchronicle.com A driver’s license, the use of your own vehicle and valid insurance are required. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Baby Welcome 746-4236 Pat Duncan, Mill Bay 748-6740 Chemainus & Crofton Chemainus 246-4463 Community & Baby Mill Bay 748-6740 Welcome: Lake Cowichan 749-3356 Robyn Lake Cowichan 749-3356 Website: www.welcomewagon.ca Duncan

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HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE for sale. Downsizing! living room furniture, sofa bed, chairs, mahogany TV stand, book selves, deluxe sewing machine, serger cabinet, white, New Zealand wool spinning wheel, various items. All prices negotiable. (250)7437477, Mill Bay.

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Permanent Carriers Required On The Following Routes: DUNCAN

102350 – 3156-3201 Gibbins, Upland (78 papers) 102952 – Alington, Burrows, Sayward, Sherman (104 papers)

CHEMAINUS

455852 – Cook, Douglas, Garner, Victoria (51 papers) 455855 – 10046-10155 Victoria Rd (31 papers) 455860 – Cook, Victoria (33 papers) 455952 – Chapman, McKay, Victoria (29 papers) 456000 – Caswell, Cecelia, Front, Hillside, Jonas, Josephine, River, Rose (77 papers)

CROFTON

503603 – 1633-1639 Adelaide, 7976-8006 Arthur, 7944-8106 York (43 papers)

MAPLE BAY

153954 – Salish, Sansum (42 papers) 153955 – Kaspa (36 papers)

MILL BAY

304140 – Blairgowrie, Boompond, Deloume, 824922 Frayne, Gatewheel, Kinfauns, Kinnoull (37 papers) 304145 – Deloume, Gillespie, Marie, McClaren, Pratt, Stubbs, Tutor (33 papers)

SHAWNIGAN LAKE

354205 – Cullin, Decca, Inn, Morningstar, Tall Tree, Widows, Worthington (58 papers) 354252 – Catalina, Dandelion, Forest Grove, McKean, Penny, Poplar, Portree, Scobhall, Welcome, Worthington (57 papers) 354305 – Hurley, Wildflower (30 papers) *all paper counts are approximates

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No pets.

Available Now $850/m. References required. 1-250-818-0678 M-F, after 5pm, Sat-Sun, 9-9

LAKE COWICHAN- live in one of the nicest units, big bright 1 bdrm, bamboo flrs, walk-in closet, W/D, D/W, near town. NS/NP. $595+ hydro.

Call (250)882-3149.

LEWIS STREET Condo. 2 bdrm, 5 appls, N/S, no partying, close to town. Available Feb 1. Ref’s a must. $825 mo.

Sm pet considered. Call 250746-4585.

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250-246-4938.

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APARTMENTS FURNISHED DUNCAN (8 km north) Studio apartment, furnished, on 8 acres. Laundry, satellite, heat, hydro. $575. (250)748-1310.

MILL BAY waterfront- Near shopping centre, furnished bachelor suite, above garage.

NS/NP, $700. utils incld’d.

Call (250)743-5199.

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL --------1000 sq’ - 7000 sq’ Store front with excellent exposure, overhead doors, ample parking, available now.

--------Please call (250)748-9622 to view

COTTAGES COBBLE HILL- 1 bdrm BUNK house, like mobile home, not fancy, but warm. On farm property. (250)743-4392.

MILL BAY Waterfront: 1 bdrm, all electric, NS/NP. Avail. Jan 15th. Ref’s. $850./mo. Call (250)743-4797.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES LAKE COWICHAN- 2-bdrm SxS duplex. F/S, Quiet, rural setting.

Walk to Village. $600/mo + utils. 250-749-4061

660 SQ.FT. - Newly reno’d, 2 offices plus reception, air-conditioned. Price negotiable. Can rent separately. Wifi ready.

575C Coronation Ave. 1 (250) 217-1944.

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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.

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250-701-8319 MOVING & STORAGE

Cowichan Hauling & Moving We do it all. Call for a free estimate. (250) 597-8335 Reliable man with 3/4 ton van & trailer for deliveries or moving and junk removal.

Larry (250) 701-1362

PLUMBING A SERVICE PLUMBER. Licence, Insured. Drains, HWT, Reno’s, Repairs. Senior Discounts. After Hour Service.

Call Coval Plumbing, 250709-5103.

ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS RUPE’S ROOFING: Torch on shingles or metal. Fully insured. References; ticketed roofers. Call Rupe 1-250-4157130 or Mike 250-533-9410

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DUNCAN: Lower Quamichan 2 Bdrm + den. 1,200 sq ft, updated rancher for lease. 55+, references req’d, N/S. Avail Feb 15. $1,100/mnth + utilities.

Ron 250-743-7821 evenings.

MILL BAY: 3 Bdrms, 2.5 bath, fully reno’d, oceanview, hardwood flrs, 6 appls, close to shops, marina & Victoria commuter bus. N/S, dogs on approval, credit check & ref’s req’d, $1750+utils. March 1st.

250-743-4432, 250-710-0839. rentmillbay@gmail.com Saltair: 2 bdrm, bright, clean, updated, fenced yard, 4 app’l, wood stove, sm pet considered, references required, N/S, 250-246-1457 Somenos Road 5 bdrm, 2 storey, no pets, $1,400 plus utilities. Avail now. 250-7483906 or 250-709-9264

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Spots available at Great Rates. Daily, weekly, monthly. Pool, Hot tub, exercise room, laundry, putting green, hiking, fishing, Pickle Ball Court.

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 COBBLE HILL: Small service RV pad on farm land. Call (250)743-4392.

STORAGE OUTDOOR STORAGE for RV’s, boats, etc. $75/m. Shawnigan Lake area. (250) 7323239 or (250) 743-3198

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DUNCAN- 2 bdrm ground level. Private entrance, close to shopping, schools. 482 Chesterfield. $595/mo. Text me at (250)896-4248.

HOMES FOR RENT

COWICHAN RIVER waterfront 2 bdrm log house, recently reno’d. Shared acreage. N/S, no dogs. $1250. (250)715-0571.

DUNCAN: 2 plus bdrm, 1 bath/upstairs. Sep. 1 bdrm suite downstairs. Wired workshop.

F/S, W/D access. $1300. N/P, N/S, N/D. Close to schools & shops (250) 7325666. Avail Feb 1.

DUNCAN: Bright spacious 3 bdrm, 1 bath. F/S, d/w, W/D hookup. Close to schools & shopping on bus route. $1100.

(250) 732-5666. Avail Feb 1, N/S, N/P, N/D.

CARS 1997 FORD Escort Wagon, 1 owner, well maintained. $950.

(250)748-6859.

2003 5 speed PT Crusier- timing belt, A/C, Michelin tires. $3400. Call (250)746-0007.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

MILL SPRINGS. Share immaculate home, $700. Near bus, mall. (250)812-8300.

DUNCAN: 1 bdrm ground level, $700 incld’s utils. Large open kitchen, quiet cul-de-sac, N/S. Call (250)710-2897.

Chemainus; 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 950 sq ft, rancher, big yard, storage, close to town & bus route, NP, NS, $1,200/mnth Avail. Feb 1/14 250-324-3417

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CROFTON: 2 bdrm or 3 bdrm mobile home. Both reno’d in last year, comes with F/S, W/D, fenced yard, decks. Located in family mobile home park. 3 bdrm $850, 2 bdrm $800. Appt. only. For more info call 250-210-1006 cell or 250-246-1810 home.

TRANSPORTATION

RV RESORT ON THE LAKE

COWICHAN BAY- 1000sqft, ocean view, 1 Bdrm, F/S, W/D. NS/NP. $750. Hydro, cable, wireless incld. Feb 1.

(250)246-7109,(250)701-1209.

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CRYSTAL CREEK Townhome. Avail Now. 3 bdrms, 2 bath, W/D, F/S, D/W, $950+ utils. Meicor Property Management. Call 250-709-2646.

RECREATION

3420 Auchinachie Road ---------------------------------1 bdrm bright & spacious, newly renovated.

Available now!

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Quiet 2 bedroom condo available in Duncan, top floor, bright corner unit in an adult oriented building with deck. New flooring and paint. Wood burning fireplace, lots of storage, in-suite washer/dryer, F/S, dishwasher. Close to town on bus route. Non smoker.

No pets.

Available Now $850/m. References required. 1-250-818-0678 M-F, after 5pm, Sat-Sun, 9-9

3000 SQFT, 50’ frontage, can divide to suit. 89 South Shore Rd. (across from new Library).

Search ph # 250-900-7127 on UsedCowichan.com

CHEMAINUS: 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

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CONDO FOR RENT

NORTH NANAIMO: Semi-furn private suite. New floors & paint. Shared laundry. FREE hydro & cable. N/S, No Partiers. $850/mo. Move in now; don’t pay rent until Feb. 1st!

250-756-9746.

YOUBOU 1-BDRM, ground level, lake views. Private entrance/driveway. New kitchen, 4 appl’s. Garden area, metal shed. Quiet, no drugs. $595. + 1/2 hydro. Call (250)745-8889.

SUITES, UPPER

1998 23’ Wanderer Lite 5th wheel. Sleeps 6, N/S, double sinks, tub, shower, microwave, awning. Lots of storage excellent condition. $6000 OBO. 250-748-1304

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1999 DODGE Pickup- 6 new tires, front end joints replaced, Cummins diesel engine. 250758-8930, 604-815-9075.

2004 DODGE Dakota Ext. cab. Red ext. black interior, manual, rear wheel drive.

Tires like new. Super clean! $5,500. (250)618-7588

CHEMAINUS, LARGE1 Bdrm upper. 5 appls, partial ocean view. $900/mo N/P. Refs. Call (778)227-2704.

CHEMAINUS: upper 3 bdr house, 2 bath, 5 new appl’s.

Walking distance to town. Pets welcome. N/S. 250-732-3702 DUNCAN- as new 1 bdrm, own entry, on acreage . F/S, W/D, heat, hydro, A/C incld.

Suit one single mature person.

N/S, no parties. Cat ok. $700.

250-709-2466.

2004 MAZDA B2300, 72,000 km. Mint condition inside & out. Runs perfectly. Automatic, canopy, A/C, overdrive, ABS brakes, alloy wheels, framemounted trailer hitch, AM/FM/CD player, passenger air bag on/off switch. Price $10,000. Bob at 250-743-6686 to view or for further info.

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Wednesday, January 15, 2014

• • • COWICHAN FAMILY • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Students urged to take action throughout the year from page 12

The second part provides the five chosen students the opportunity to attend a Compassionate Leadership Camp at the Cowichan Lake Education Centre with more workshops touching on diversity and talks on creating schools and communities where everyone feels welcome.

During weekend camp action, students will also create plans to transform their learning into action through individual or group projects. And that’s where the third aspect comes in.

“With a lot of these workshops, afterwards we wonder what now?” said Anthony. “Towards the end of the camp, we will be spending a lot of time on action-planning.”

And the students might come up with their own anti-bullying campaign, or maybe it’s sponsoring another school overseas.

“It’s really an amazing opportunity to have it expand through the entire school year,” Anthony said.

And the best part yet, the program is free. For more, call 250-748-3112.

Paper and paint entertain from page 12 I am trying to focus on the good and not be anxious. As a parent the mother guilt often kicks in and I feel upset his hearing loss was not detected sooner. We face challenges bravely and turn to our faith in God for spiritual strength and peace.

What’s your go-to activity for keeping the kid(s) occupied?

We always have pads of paper and watercolours handy.

Each of my children has an interest in art and painting is a nice way to unwind at the end of the day or to start their day. It is a quiet activity that gives them pride because they can see results instantly.

What’s the most laugh-out-loud thing your kid(s) ever said or did?

I remember when my two-year-old decided to go for a walk with just her diaper, Dora backpack and dress-up shoes. When I asked her, ‘Where are you going?’ she responded “Edmund’s school.”

Name a local resource every parent needs to know about.

The Strong Start centres located in your district elementary schools are a great way to connect with your child and the parenting community. Strong Start is facilitated by ECEC teachers, a snack is provided and there are small learning stations, educational toys and a circle time.

What do you do to make time for yourself?

I watch the sunrise. I exercise. I pray. I write music, poetry, stories and freelance work.

The best advice another parent ever gave you.

If you do just a little bit better than what your parents gave you or what you experienced as a child, you are doing great.

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King-Nyberg, Bazinet and King key leaders

Jump ball ensues, as Jenna Bakker of Duncan Christian School conducts a three-way battle with Crystal Jiang and Nathalie Singh of Surrey Christian during Friday action at the B.C. Christian Junior Girls’ Basketball Championship hosted by DCS. Andrew Leong

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Chargers basketball: Seniors step up during cross-zone event

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he first games of the new year pitted Duncan Christian School senior basketball teams against tough competition.

The DCS Chargers girls had an exhibition game first at DCS and played well despite a 52-46 loss to Woodlands.

Juliet King was the leading scorer with 16 points and 15 rebounds while Becky Bazinet played an impressive game that caught the attention of Woodlands coach Carl MacDonald with 14 points and nine rebounds.

Lauren King-Nyberg added eight points while Danielle Groenendijk had six points and 15 rebounds and Mikayla Lewis chipped in with a dozen rebounds.

The girls then went into the provincial cross-zone tournament at Mulgrave Secondary in North Vancouver.

“The girls faced some stiff, physical competition and this was an eye-opener for them,’’ noted DCS coach Michelle Nederlof. “After this, it was very much like they were able to put together what they’ve learned in practices and apply it to game situations.

“They not only grew in confidence themselves, but confidence in each other as teammates grew as well. We were very proud at how they improved.

We’ve got a lot to work on, but will prove to be very competitive on the island. Our focus is to win island with an ultimate goal of provincials.’’

DCS had one hard loss to start the tournament, 51-14 against Langley Christian. King-Nyberg was player of the game.

A close loss followed, 53-42 against Heritage Christian Academy. Bazinet took player of the game honours with 18 points and King-Nyberg added 14.

King scored seven points and hauled

down 18 rebounds.

The Chargers finished on a high note, beating Agassiz 42-31, with King’s four points and 23 rebounds giving her player of the game honours. King-Nyberg scored 11 points with seven assists, Groenendijk collected 10 points and 24 rebounds and Bazinet contributed nine points.

Nederlof liked the leadership provided by her senior players. King-Nyberg received all-star recognition.

Bronze medal for DCS boys

The Chargers senior boys had their best finish ever in the B.C. Christian championships, winning the bronze medal at Pacific Academy in Surrey.

DCS clobbered High Road Academy in the first game 88-23, with Nick Kapteyn racking up an astonishing 35 points. Jesse Van Wingerden (16) and Michael Brandsma (10) also hit double digits.

DCS went on to win big again, 5326 over Pacific Christian School, as Kapteyn led the charge again with 22 points. Douglas Groenendijk netted 17.

The team’s lone loss came in the semifinals to Unity, 57-49.

Kapteyn scored 15 points while Van Wingerden had 12, Groenendijk 10 and Alan Park eight.

The game was close all the way through, with Unity gaining a fourpoint edge in the first quarter, a margin of three points in the third and just a one-point differential in the fourth.

The third-place game went in favour of DCS, 79-50 over Langley, as Kapteyn lit up the scoreboard again for 31 points. Groenendijk notched 22 and Van Wingerden 18.

DCS romped to a 21-4 lead in the first quarter and never looked back.

Kapteyn was named to the tournament all-star team.

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.E.I. of Abbotsford defeated Langley Christian 46-31 Saturday in the championship game of the B.C. Christian Schools junior girls’ basketball tournament hosted by Duncan Christian School.

Games were played at DCS and the Island Savings Centre.

Taylor Cousins, the leading scorer for M.E.I. in the final with 14 points, was the tournament MVP. The Lower Mainland squads occupied the first seven spots, with Pacific Academy of Surrey third, Credo Christian fourth, Surrey Christian fifth, Richmond Christian sixth and Unity Christian of Chilliwack seventh. Campbell River Christian was eighth, host DCS ninth and Gateway Academy of Comox 10th.

Team all-stars were: Ashley Huberts (M.E.I.), Hannah Krepp (Langley Christian), Gabby Attieh (Pacific Academy), Hannah Allison (Credo), Violet Bacon (Surrey Christian), Hanna Dy Ning (Richmond Christian), Anna-Marie Van Dyk (Unity), Mikayla Martens (Campbell River Christian), Rachelle Van Boven (DCS) and Kristianna Bouwers (Gateway).

DCS lost 34-17 to Campbell River and 38-8 to Surrey before beating Gateway 31-16 for ninth. Van Boven had 19 points in the Gateway win.

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Huge lineup shuffle by Islanders Trade parade: Veterans Milligan and Branzsen sent to Peninsula as team gets younger Don Bodger

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he Kerry Park Islanders’ lineup underwent a considerable overhaul at the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League’s Jan. 10 trade deadline.

The Islanders traded high-scoring forwards Alex Milligan and Tylor Branzsen to the Peninsula Panthers in exchange for Adam Page and Nick Kean. They also sent veteran Jackson Jane to the Nanaimo Buccaneers for Michael Herringer in a swap of goaltenders and dealt defenceman Nick Hayes to the Campbell River Storm.

Islanders’ owner Mark Osmond said the team wasn’t necessarily going into the deadline looking to move its 20-year-olds.

“We went into the New Year expecting to get a couple of players ourselves and add to the roster, make a run for it,’’ he said.

But the Trail Smoke Eaters of the B.C. Hockey League came

along and plucked away the Islanders’ Braeden Cross and Taylor Armbruster Jan. 2.

“They kind of messed with our plans,’’ said Osmond. “Rather than looking for two guys, we’re now looking for four top-six guys.’’

In hindsight, though, “it’s good for our program,’’ he added. “In the long run, kids are going to see that.’’

Osmond said Milligan and Branzsen then asked whether the Islanders might consider a move to give them a chance to win in their final season.

“I’m not in the habit of trading local guys,’’ said Osmond.

“I told them we’d make the deal, but we’d make the best deal for our club.’’

The Islanders went out last Thursday and got thrashed 7-1 by Victoria. Ryan Paisley scored the lone goal for the Islanders at Victoria to break the shutout with only one minute left in regulation time.

After the game and the trading of Milligan and Branzsen, Jane,

who’s in his final season of junior eligibility, told the team he wasn’t against being moved. But his requirements were specific because he attends school in Nanaimo.

“I said that’s the only place I could go,’’ said Jane. “If not, I said I’m more than happy to finish the year here.’’

The Islanders went ahead and made the deal and got a lot younger in the process. Page and Kean are 18-year-olds and Herringer is 17.

The Islanders bounced back to beat the Saanich Braves 6-2 at Kerry Park Arena Saturday on goals from six different players: Page, Francis Lapierre-Slicer, Jamie Jensen, Brendan Gowanlock, Hobin Zinck and Matt Osmond.

Leighton Williams was solid in goal with 33 saves.

The Islanders are at Cowichan Arena Saturday for a 3 p.m. game against the Westshore Wolves as part of Hockey Day in the Valley.

They take on Victoria at Kerry Park Arena Sunday at 3 p.m.

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owichan T-Birds girls’ basketball team is working on making adjustments following the first two games of the new year in the North Island AAA Girls’ Basketball League.

Cowichan ventured to Vanier and lost 63-42 Thursday in a game that was much closer than the

score indicated. Cowichan was only down 29-24 at halftime.

The girls’ overall play — rebounds, passing, running of the offense, fast break and pressbreaking — was much better.

Last Tuesday on their home court, the T-Birds were beaten 4626 by Carihi in a game coach Jim Nugent felt was winnable.

“We started well but they increased pressure on our girls,’’ noted Nugent.

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“We made mistakes that showed our inexperience. We still have trouble sticking to our game plan as the game changes and in this game we got pushed around pretty well by a very physical team. These things are just part of a young team learning to play at the senior girls’ level.’’

On a positive note, Nugent added the girls are eager to learn and he expects that will produce improved results down the road.

Savanah van Nieuwkerk Motivation is one of the main character traits that makes Savanah van Nieuwkerk successful at swimming. The 14-year-old Grade 9 student at Frances Kelsey Secondary has the right mindset to continue progressing with the Duncan Stingrays. “Savanah’s doing fantastic,’’ said Stingrays’ head coach Leanne Sirup. “She started with our team when she was quite young and she’s been steadily improving.’’ The efforts of van Nieuwkerk to juggle pool time around her basketball practices showed Sirup she was committed. “She adjusted her schedule on her own accord, quite impressed with that,’’ said Sirup. “We set goals at the very beginning of the year,’’ said van Nieuwkerk. “She (Sirup) helps me try to achieve those goals.’’ Marked improvement from the time she started competitive swimming has made it all worthwhile for van Nieuwkerk. “I think when I was younger, it was hard — just motivation, getting to the pool, getting in the water,’’ she said. “Practices were insane. But as you progress, it kind of gets easier.’’ The breaststroke has always been van Nieuwkerk’s best, but she’s also strong in freestyle and butterfly.

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Province picks Groenendijk No. 12 in the super 15 boys’ volleyball class

The Vancouver Province newspaper’s list of B.C.’s best 15 senior boys’ volleyball players includes Duncan Christian School’s Douglas Groenendijk.

Groenendijk came in at No. 12 in the senior boys’ super 15 class of 2013-14.

The Province got together with head coaches of B.C.’s Canadian Interuni-

versity Sport men’s volleyball teams to make the selections.

Groenendijk, it was noted in the report, is “newer to the sport than most top-end players, but has high-end tools and can become a dominant force at the net.’’

Groenendijk has been a two-sport athlete during his days at Duncan Chris-

tian, combining basketball and volleyball while dabbling in track and field and ball hockey. But he’s just been leaning more toward volleyball in the past year as his future direction.

Groenendijk was also honoured last Sunday as the Cowichan Valley’s No. 5 overall Youth Athlete of the Year.

Better late than never for Caps to make a surge

Settling the score: Heavy home-ice schedule the ideal chance to get on a roll Don Bodger

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esponsible defence and timely offense combined to give the Cowichan Valley Capitals back-to-back 2-1 victories in B.C. Hockey League weekend games at Cowichan Arena.

The Caps got a goal from Myles Powell 57 seconds into overtime to beat the Bulldogs Friday and Taylor Allan’s second-period marker stood up as the winner Sunday afternoon, as the Caps nipped the Salmon Arm SilverBacks by the same score but in regulation time.

Both games were more typical of the style of play the Caps will need down the stretch to secure a playoff berth and then potentially do well in the playoffs compared to the previous weekend on the Lower Mainland when they scored more goals but also gave up a lot more in going 0-2-1.

“We were flat to start all three games,’’ added Caps’ coach Bob Beatty of the previous foray to the Lower Mainland.

There was none of that this weekend, as the Caps came ready to play in both games, knowing full well the regular season is winding down fast and they need to get on a roll quickly if they want to go anywhere.

“We certainly can’t take our foot off the gas,’’ said Beatty. “We have to be ready each game.’’

Powell’s overtime marker was the only goal of the weekend not scored on the power play.

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vantage for a 1-0 Caps’ lead against Alberni after the second period.

Harlan Orr tied it for Alberni on a power play early in the third, but Powell salvaged the two points for the Caps.

The Caps needed the one point difference to stay narrowly ahead of the Bulldogs in the Island Division standings.

Against a much better Salmon Arm team Sunday, the Caps were sharp from the start and undeterred after giving up a power play goal to league scoring leader Landon Smith in the first six minutes of the game.

Matthew Berry-Lamontagna got that one back late in the first on a power play and Allan made the SilverBacks’ Connor Brown-Maloski pay for a second-period blow to the head penalty that eventually decided the outcome.

“We’re getting a little more consistent play without the puck, not

giving up as many opportunities,’’ said Beatty of the two games.

Blake Butzow, acquired from the Penticton Vees at the Jan. 10 trade deadline, made his Caps’ debut against Salmon Arm and helped anchor the defence.

“I thought he played a real stable game,’’ said Beatty.

There wasn’t a whole lot of other trade activity for the Caps to consider.

“We try to balance going forward and what we want to accomplish right now,’’ said Beatty.

On top of that, the Caps didn’t have much flexibility.

“We did consider making a move to get better,’’ said Beatty. “We ran out of room.’’

When Ambrose Firkus refused to report after a trade in December, the Caps burned a card there. But it turned out to be a blessing in disguise with the Caps acquiring Allan

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They’re fighting like Caps and ‘Dogs. Four’s a big crowd along the boards, with the Caps’ Reilly O’Connor and Dane Gibson and Alberni Valley’s Hunter Stewart and Justin Georgeson all trying to gain control of the puck. Above, Caps’ Colton Kehler goes to his knees to check Salmon Arm’s Taylor Maruya. from Okotoks of the Alberta Junior “We’re going to have to do anyHockey League, who’s turned out to thing to win,’’ reasoned Allan. be a very good addition.

He said it was good to see how the “We’re pleased at the return we got Caps protected the lead on Salmon out of it,’’ said Beatty.

Arm by playing a smart game.

Best of all, Allan is pleased to be “We’re really cautious, keeping here. things simple and getting the puck “I’m getting more opportunities deep.’’ in different areas,’’ said Allan, 18. “I Allan is the epitome of the think I’m playing a lot better as well. two-way play necessary from the It’s a different style. forwards at this crucial time of the “It’s nice here. I like it. It’s not season. snowy like Okotoks.’’

“I think they want me to play hard The transition to the team is work- defensively but obviously chip in ing out well for Allan. offensively as well,’’ he said.

“I feel like I fit right in,’’ he said. “I The schedule is suddenly tilted in came in here and they wanted me to the Caps’ favour to make a bit of a be a big piece of it. It’s been nice get- run, with four more games at home ting to know new guys. I think we’re before they hit the road again. heading in the right direction.’’

Another doubleheader weekend Beatty agrees but knows there’s features Prince George Spruce Kings lots of hard work ahead to build at Cowichan Arena Saturday at 7 momentum off the strong efforts. p.m. and the Powell River Kings “There’s no comfort zone,’’ he said. Sunday at 2 p.m. The following “We start getting comfortable, we’re Friday, it’s Powell River here again going to have a short season.’’ and Langley Saturday.

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