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Teresa Melchior and Hayden Holman with their love-lock on Lake Cowichan’s duck pond bridge, reflecting the same in Paris.
bridges in cities from Paris, to Rome, Dublin, Algiers and Toronto but they are not without their share of controversy. In several locations, city councils have removed locks, citing them as causing damage to the structures or simply being eyesores. In Florence, Italy more than 5,500 locks were removed from the Ponte Vecchio Bridge after local officials deemed they
were damaging the bridge as well as posing an aesthetic problem. Closer to home, the locks along a stretch of the Wild Pacific Trail in Ucluelet have caused controversy, with some seeing them as a romantic reminder while others feel they detract from the natural setting that surrounds them. Melchior and Holman had no agenda when they placed their lock on the bridge last November. They simply wanted to
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The implications of a B.C. Supreme Court ruling are still being studied by school districts. Elected leaders from boards of education around the province and school district senior staff members hooked up for regional conference calls Wednesday, organized by the B.C. School Trustees Association. The court ruled changes made to the law in
2002 by the provincial government took away the right for teachers to negotiate learning and working conditions in collective agreements. “The purpose of the call was to better understand the concerns individual districts around the province have around the implications and timing of the court ruling,’’ noted Cowichan District 79 superintendent Joe Rhodes and secretary-
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New variance allows limited soil dumping in Shawnigan watershed
Stay partially lifted: Appeal board says company safe to proceed with four contracts totalling 40,000 tonnes John McKinley
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IA will be allowed to treat nearly 40,000 tonnes of contaminated soil near Shawnigan Lake after all. In a decision released Tuesday, the B.C. Environmental Appeals Board has granted a variance to an earlier order that halted soil dumping and treatment at SIA’s Stebbings Road site until the conclusion of an appeal. Instead, it will be allowed to proceed with four contracts that were agreed to prior to the stay, “The panel has the benefit of the evidence of qualified professionals that any unanticipated contamination will be negligible and may be remediated by soil removal,” Environmental Appeal Board Chairman Alan Andison states in the ruling. “The panel is satisfied that the potential for irreparable harm has been greatly reduced with respect to the subject contracts, due to the nature of the contaminants, and the safeguards provided by the facility design. “As such, even if the subject contaminants escape, the potential impacts to surface or ground water do not outweigh the serious financial consequences to (SIA’s) interests.” The relative safety of the soil in question, greater certainty of the bedrock and installation of a water treatment system were cited as factors. “Simply put, at the time of the original stay decision, the totality of the evidence before the board resulted in the balancing of risks weighing in favour of a stay,” Andison writes. “In contrast, the totality of the evidence now supports a finding of a reduced risk to the environment and human health if the subject soils are
deposited in accordance with the permit over the coming months.” The Shawnigan Residents Association is “deeply disappointed” with this decision. “As an organization and as a community we are stunned that the EAB would allow the proponents to dump contaminated soils on their property before this matter is heard next month,” SRA vice-president Calvin Cook said in a media release. “Although we have no choice but to respect the board’s decision we are in complete opposition and will continue to fight the contaminated soil permit.” The variance is limited to the contracts in question. The stay otherwise remains in effect until the appeal is concluded. The SRA and the CVRD are asking the EAB to reverse a decision allowing SIA to dump and treat five million tonnes of contaminated soil because of the threat they believe it poses to the Shawnigan Lake watershed. The SRA recently ramped up its lobbying effort with a billboard targeting Victoria residents. “This is not merely a Shawnigan issue, the permit if not overturned is a landmark decision which will place other communities and their drinking water supplies at risk,” Cook said. “If it can happen in Shawnigan Lake it can happen in your backyard too.” Shawnigan Lake School added its voice to the campaign late last month, donating $30,000 to SRA’s legal fund, which has now topped $115,000 toward a $200,000 goal. “We are happy for it to be known that the school wholeheartedly supports the SRA in their efforts to stop this permit Andrew Leong and we will continue to lend support moving forward,” said Shawnigan Lake Celeste Borjeau performs If I Only Had A Brain from The Wizard of Oz during the musical theatre program at the 65th-annual Cowichan School Headmaster David Robertson. Music Festival on Tuesday at Duncan United Church Hall.
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The residents and landowners of Electoral Area F – Cowichan Lake South/Skutz Falls are invited to attend the AGM on the date noted above. Commission members provide advice to the CVRD on matters regarding Electoral Area Community Parks.
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The purpose of the meeting is to hold nominations and elections for three (3) positions for a two (2) year term on the Electoral Area F – Cowichan Lake South/Skutz Falls Parks and Recreation Commission. Andrew Leong
Kaiah Thoresen, 6, of Duncan hand-crafts a bird feeder using a pinecone and peanut butter during the debut of downtown Duncan’s B.C. Family Day Event at Duncan city square on MOnday. Stewart was glad funding came together this year. Three parties — North Cowichan parks and recreation, CUPE Local 358, and the province of B.C. — combined to make sure families could take a dip at no cost. “This time last year I wrote/ voiced my opinion/disappointment regarding the lack of activities provided to those living in the Cowichan Valley on B.C.’s first Family Day,” wrote Daniel Mayer in a letter to the News Leader Pictorial. “There is no need to repeat my entire commentary regarding the matter, except my last sentence, which was as follows: ‘try to impress us North Cowichan; you have 363 days left to plan for next year.’ “Well, during those 363 days something happened... all I have to say is wow,” Mayer continued. “Awesome job on impressing, as my family and I had a great time
in the gym at the Island Savings Centre and the pool.” The rainy weather that struck shortly after 12:30 p.m. on Monday likely also played a part in families choosing indoor activities. But about 200 courageous souls also made a trip to downtown Duncan for the DBIA’s ‘For the Love of Community,” shindig staged in the city core. “I wasn’t really sure what to expect,” said organizer Jen Doyle, pleased with the turnout, considering the soggy weather. “When people realized last year, that nothing was really going on, and the community wasn’t happy about it, we decided it was time to step up.” She sent good vibes to all those who participated in the city’s first ever Family Day event and those who worked together to make it happen. “Everyone really liked the idea,” she said.
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his weekend — Sunday, to be precise — there will be much ruckus out near Skutz Falls. There will be police, search and rescue personnel and maybe even a helicopter buzzing the river. But there is no need to be too concerned; it will merely be an exercise — a drill where Cowichan SAR and the RCMP will be working on techniques and tactics in preparation for a major incident. Exactly what scenario is being played out has not been explained to us, but that’s not really relevant to the point we want to make here. That point is to publicly recognize Volunteers how much work is quietly being done making our in order to keep us all safe. This week’s federal budget ancommunity a nounced a new tax credit for the men safer place and women who dedicate more than 200 hours a year volunteering for search and rescue organizations across the country. The credit is identified in the budget as a tribute to Tim Jones, a search and rescue volunteer leader with North Shore Search and Rescue in the Lower Mainland, the busiest SAR team in the country. Jones died suddenly last month, sparking a stream of tributes dedicated to a man who had participated in more than 1,800 search and rescue operations over the years and saved countless lives. In Cowichan, dozens of men and women follow that lead, combing the tangled forests and dangerous terrain of our community in order to make sure people make it home safe and sound. It’s a job they spend hours each week preparing for, one they do without financial compensation. But it should not be a job without recognition, or, more importantly, thanks. Thank you.
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Seeing both sides of: soil dumping stay partially lifted The case against
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SIA is a business that went ahead with a business plan in good faith, based on the initial approval it was given last summer to proceed with soil treatment at its Stebbings Road property. Since the stay went into effect, SIA has succesfully added water treatment at its site. The dirt it is being allowed to dump is low in contamination. And it is taking a financial blow here. It has science and fairness on its side.
The future of the Stebbings Road soil dump is uncertain, pending an Environmental Appeal Board ruling.
University Village could drastically change us Paul Fletcher
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ig changes are coming to the Duncan/North Cowichan urban area and residents need to sit up and speak out. What originally started out as Cowichan Place, a small planning area encompassing the Island Savings Centre, Vancouver Island University and the new and old Cowichan High locations, has morphed into the University Village. I can’t really figure out where the University Village concept came from, but it is interesting to note it appeared about the same time as the new dike was penciled across the Somenos floodplain. The plan area seems small but the study area is significantly larger, reaching east to Lakes Road, south to Coronation Street and includes a large piece of Somenos Marsh. To complicate the issue further the planning process has now coupled with the Trans-
Canada Highway Corridor study. The TCH review, from Beverly Street to Boys Road will affect every traffic corridor in the urban area. Planning process meetings generally attract less than a half-dozen community representatives and more than 20 staff from local governments and the planning contractor. What is really surprising is the absence of North Cowichan and Duncan politicians. While sometimes seen at earlier meetings, their absence is notable as we set our urban area on a new path. I generally support the goals and desired outcomes of the TCH process, but I remain very concerned about the University Village process. I see it as a land grab with few apparent benefits for residents living in the area. Fortunately for now, the North Cowichan Urban Containment Boundary, running the length of Beverly Street, apart from a small chunk of the School District 79 administration lands, protects green space to the north. Unfortunately North Cowichan is hinting urban containment boundary expansion to
This is not a case of degrees of fairness or degrees of contamination. It is a case of principle. And that principle is one community’s watershed should not be used as a convenient dumping spot for another community’s waste. Out of respect for the process, the EAB should be enforcing the ban until the matter is settled. The community needs to be heard.
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the foot of the new dike. I predict a collision of desires as the planning contractor working for North Cowichan starts to identify flood plain construction issues and projected growth does not support significant commercial development or high-density residential growth. The question weighing heavy on my mind is which group will get its way. North Cowichan has long been desperate for an identity. Ask most people who live in North Cowichan where they live and they will say Duncan. North Cowichan politicians and staff are on record describing the University Village area as their “core.” Despite Duncan’s attendance, and participation in the process, the city is missing the boat on this one. North Cowichan’s plan will significantly suck commercial growth and activity from downtown Duncan and will likely extinguish any opportunity for urban amalgamation in the future. Both planning exercises are scheduled to be
complete by mid May, leaving little time for appropriate community input. Critical dates are this Wednesday, when North Cowichan council is likely to make a decision on building the new police station in the floodplain, and next Wednesday, the University Village public open house at Alexander School from 4 to 7 p.m., where the planning options for the University Village area and the Trans-Canada Highway corridor will be shown to the public for the first time. North Cowichan politicians have been heard to say recently the “silent majority” is solidly behind their decision-making. Feb. 19 and 26 are likely the last opportunities for residents step up to the plate to prove them wrong. Paul Fletcher is former Duncan city councillor who writes monthly in the News Leader Pictorial.
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Should cellphones be confiscated if you’re caught using it while driving? “No. There’s lots of private information on a phone. It could let the paramilitary organization, that is the RCMP, to pry into personal data. That’s scarily close to being police state. Instead, raise fines to $1,000.”
Joanne Bentley, Westholme
“It’s an excellent idea. They’re very distracting. You can have a phone conversation while at the wheel; it’s dangerous. Confiscation would be hugely inconvenient, so people would stop and think about it.”
Judy Ratslaff, Cowichan Bay
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.
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Reports paint a false picture of protesters
Dear editor I am a former Conservative voter who still believes in the formerly conservative values of freedom, integrity and the duty of stewardship of God’s creation. As such, I was a protester at the gate of Brentwood College when Prime Minister Stephen Harper visited recently. I wish to give a protester’s view. Yes, some of the 100 to 200 people present were badly behaved. Some foul language was used and was rebuked by fellow protesters. Some tried to stop or slow the inflow of traffic. Certainly all of this must have frightened people in the vehicles, which is unfortunate and furthers our cause not at all. One woman foolishly stood in front of a car that refused to stop. Fortunately, we were able to pull her away just as she was starting to fall backward! There were dozens of police and security personnel in the immediate area. They were amicable toward us and we toward them. Someone next to me hit a car with her posterboard and a police officer quietly reproached her. I saw no other such incidents. So it’s puzzling to read report that protesters ‘jumped on the hood of a car and dented it” …”while their companions ‘attacked’ the car with umbrellas and signs.” Why, then, did the police not intervene? Why was no one charged? Why didn’t I, who was right there, not see this happen? The answer is easy: it didn’t. Cynthia Montgomery
In my opinion: Tips to get you and your partner through this and many future Valentine’s Days
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hen two people come together with different personalities, habits, beliefs and expectations, disagreements are inevitable. Most experts agree that spending quality time with your partner is an essential ingredient for a lasting relationship. Build a stronger, healthier relationship by: Speaking your mind. Clearly and openly communicate your feelings and concerns with your partner and encourage him or her to do the same. Before you can resolve an issue, you need Andrew Leong to know where both of you stand. Noah Mellemstrand and his brother Sam perform as a violin duet, Golden Sonata, Largo and Allegro, during the Opening your ears. In heated disagreements, strings program at the 65th-annual Cowichan Music Festival on Tuesday at Duncan United Church Hall. it’s easy to tune out your mate or react without really listening. Resist this temptation, take a protection of our soil and water. However, takes down trees. deep breath and really tune in to your partner’s her letter is a typical representation of the A multitude of scientific experts have told concerns. Understanding and empathy can “low-information” voter who decides on North Cowichan this forest must be prehelp diffuse conflict and reach a solution faster. issues without really examining the facts served in its entirety. Not one has said, “Oh, Uncovering the real issues. Sometimes small — it’s all about emotion and being against yeah, it’s OK, go ahead and develop some of disagreements are actually about a larger relaMr. Harper. So who knows how many were it.” Not even the company North Cowichan tionship issue. An argument over one partner’s there protesting the Shawnigan water issue, hired to assess the area did. late night out with friends might really be about when in fact the federal government has no Coastal Dougals Fir forests make up only trust, communication or a lack of quality time Chair, Cowichan Valley Green Party of B.C. jurisdiction there. 0.3% of B.C.’s total area. Yes, less that 1%. together. Look inwards to explore what your Marie Adam, They have the highest diversity of plants of feelings and the fights are really about, then Mill Bay all the ecological zones. Yes, it is special and calmly and openly deal with them together. Writer confusing her authorities rare and should be preserved, 100%. This Not aiming to win. A healthy relationship is Dear editor forest can be preserved. There are many based on compromise and understanding, not It’s been four weeks since Prime Minister Perhaps it is time to sell off all our other forests in our area that stand today, on one person coming out ahead. Look for Stephen Harper visited Mill Bay and the conbut are not protected. municipal land mutually beneficial solutions to strengthen the versation still continues. That’s a good thing. Developing any part of this forest would Dear editor relationship going forward. Mr. Harper’s visit was an amazingly posiRe: Echo Heights. It’s probably time to sell be in competition with private developWorking towards a concrete resolution. For tive experience for the 700-plus people who ment plans already on the books. Areas that example, spending more time together as a all the land; if every investment a council heard his speech. That is, after we had to run were developed in the last 10 years still have couple is too general and undefined to create makes on behalf of the taxpayers winds up the gauntlet of screamers and maniacs who vacant lots. There is ample room for housing real change. Instead, you might resolve to take being a free-for-all that ultimately costs tax placed themselves illegally in our path. without developing Echo Heights Forest. payers money, it may be time to turn all the up golf together or schedule a set “date night” Shelagh Bell-Irving’s letter caught my Diana Hardacker, Chemainus holdings over to the private sector. each week. attention, and I would like to respectfully comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com Martin Barker, Duncan Clear the air. Be upfront with your partner point out the federal government has nothcomments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com about your needs and expectations in the ing to with the issue of contaminated soil relationship and speak your mind early when in the Shawnigan Lake area. That is strictly How are you going to pay for it? something is bothering you. Don’t avoid conflict a provincial matter. As a conservative and Many reasons to protect Echo Heights Dear editor – openly work through it and treat disagreeparty member, I also cherish and support the Dear editor Re: Echo Heights. Seems to me people ments as a chance to improve the relationship. want services from North Cowichan but I think North Cowichan should preserve Spend time apart. Maintain a social life outthe whole 54 acres of Echo Heights as park. resist most revenue initiatives which help to minimize tax increases. This is not rocket sci- side of your relationship and continue to enjoy The area John Koury refers to as previously bulldozed was bulldozed in 1991. Trees grow ence but seems lost on a great many people. the hobbies and interests you don’t share with your partner. well on Vancouver Island and since 1991 this John Bovard Duncan Express your love. Many long-time couples “Did you do something with your family on Family Day?” comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com area has recovered well. The 20% includes report it’s the small things that pack the most You answered: 2.5 acres that was last logged prior to 1939, punch. Send a love note or text, bring home recovered exceptionally well, given the 53.5 per cent YES More letters online flowers or simply tell your partner how much amount of time. they are loved and appreciated. Development of any part of this propTo vote on the next Question of the Week, log onto the Also, read fresh stories every day and share your thoughts with Plan ahead. It may not be romantic or sponerty goes against North Cowichan’s award web poll at www.cowichannewsleader.com the community immediately through the comments function at taneous but there’s something to be said for winning Climate Action and Energy plan cowichannewsleader.com direct scheduling. Why not pencil in a standing because it is too far from amenities, and Thursday night dinner? Debrief daily. Take 15 minutes at the end of each day to sit down with your partner and share each other’s experiences, successes and frustrations. Turn chore time into together time. 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t didn’t take long for the new Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre to have the effect it was looking for. In the first few months of soft operation, the centre is attracting visitors at a pace significantly higher than before. January numbers for 2014 were nearly double (472 visitors to 248) what they were the year before, and Feb. 1 marked the centre’s busiest day ever — 550 people, way up from the 2013 peak of 105 in mid-July. “We’ve been in the centre for three months and early indications are it’s doing exactly what was projected,” said chamber president George Gates in a media release. “Now we have a landmark building that captures visitors and tells people more than ever about the five areas within our region.” The chamber said the increase is because of the highly visible and easily accessible location and the synergy of having two major attractions — the B.C. Forest Discovery Centre and the Cowichan Commons — in close proximity. The record Feb. 1 numbers were fed by the Maple Syrup Festival at the Forest Discovery Centre. “By opening during B.C. Forest Discovery Centre events, we capture families from all over the Island, the Lower Mainland and Washington, and intro-
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Feb. 7. A crowd of dignitaries checked out the nine tourism displays showcasing Cowichan attractions from Ladysmith to Lake Cowichan to the Malahat, and activities from wineries to outdoor adventure and everything in between. Owned and operated
by the Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce, the centre gives visitors a chance to speak face-toface with people who can answer questions and give tips on exploring every corner of Cowichan. The Feb. 1 weekend featured presentations and demonstrations from the Cowichan Knitters, Pacific Northwest Raptors, Cowichan Bay Kayaks, Cowichan Hikers and artist Sue Coleman. Screens also play promotional videos for local businesses and the awardwinning Once Upon a Day Cowichan. The $1.15 million centre is part of a $2 million project that also includes improved traffic access to the centre and the forest museum, sewage and drainage infrasctructure and a revamped parking lot. Capital funding came from the Islands Coastal Economic Trust, the Duncan-Cowichan chamber, North Cowichan, Duncan and the CVRD.
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North Cowichan rules state all flower/ plant arrangements and wreaths may be removed at the discretion of the Mountain View Cemetery staff. those present there is already a set of regulations listed on two signs at the site. The signs state: “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.” And, essentially, the bylaw is their way of formalizing the rules so they can take action if there’s an item left that’s causing safety or aesthetic concerns — broken glass or shrubs with roots growing into other plots, for example. All items are left in a shed at the site for about 30 days to be claimed. Although councillor Kate Marsh agreed with the intent of the bylaw, she sympathized with those grieving the loss of a loved one. “I feel a lot of empathy for the folks who felt upset and hurt by this proposed bylaw,” she said, noting better communication with the public might have helped ease their intentions. “I hope that those people who struggle with loss know that there’s a community organization of hospice care,that can help deal with losses and they can connect with them.”
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DATELINE: COWICHAN
1942: agriculture
by Ann Andersen
When Cowichan Agricultural Society held its directors’ meeting, Arnold Flett was elected president. Mr. B. C. Walker became first vice-president, Capt. C. L. Anderson second vicepresident and R. Morford, secretary.
1942: cougars Cowichan Station’s James Mearns bagged five cougars, including a mother and half-grown kitten, over a three-week period. The cougars were worth $75 in bounties, just over a quarter of their worth before the depression of the 1930s.
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1942: raffles
The raffle of a miniature doll-house built by Mr. Leachasen raked in $165 towards Red Cross funds in Youbou. Contributions by all 501 employees at Industrial Timber Millls brought the total to almost $4,000.
Duncan prepares for air raid bomb attack
Dateline 1942: Community sets emergency plan Ann Andersen
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scant two months after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbour, Duncan’s air raid and fire wardens were prepared. In February 1942, some 60 of them met with Duncan’s senior city warden Mr. A. J. Castle to discuss evacuation in the face of a bombing raid. The local 750 children would be evacuated to bush on College Street hill before either being loaded on buses in charge of teachers and wardens or walked home by wardens. Should Duncan Hospital be hit, St. John Ambulance men and the Women’s Red Cross Corps would evacuate patients to the door. There, trucks containing stretchers would take them across town to the Knights of Pythias Hall on Brae Road that would be used as an auxiliary hospital. Castle praised the work of Mr. J. L. A. Gibbs, chief warden for the whole district; and of Mr. A. J. McKelvie, his assistant. They deserved tremendous credit for the day and night work they had done over the past months, he said. In Duncan, Mr. K. F. Duncan was in charge of the east section; Mr. D. Cockrane, central; and Mr. J. C. Wragg, hill. Castle emphasized housewives should gain knowledge of incendiary bombs.
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Admiral Mainguy Sea Cadets and officers pose in front of the clubhouse sometime between 1960 and 1965 in this photograph by Jay Powley. —We want your historical photos of Cowichan people and places. Email a high resolution jpeg along with your phone number and a brief explanation to editor@cowichannewsleader.com. Or drop by during regular office hours and we’ll scan it in. More heritage photos are available for viewing online at www. cowichanvalleymuseum.bc.ca.
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A recommendation for a site, which could include one of two options on Beverly Street or a third on Ford Road, near COwichan Commons, is expected at council’s next meeting Feb. 19. Key management staff, including the RCMP Inspector, will evaluate the three sites. They will take into consideration: RCMP security assessment; site development costs (including land purchase); disaster response capability; environmental impact
and First Nations’ considerations; access to the Trans-Canada Highway; proximity to other emergency responders and social services, and proximity to public transit and urban core. “Council decided to accept and weigh all criteria equally, while acknowledging that the RCMP Security Assessment had to have a passing grade before proceeding to rate the rest of the criteria,” said Mayor Jon Lefebure. — Ashley Degraaf
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Palm Court romances your ears
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Light classical: concert features Sunny Shams and Shadan Saul Guerrero
According to event promotional material, Sidney-based Shams returns to the Palm Court stage after making a name for himself as one of Canada’s upcoming young tenors. He has performed in Italy, Spain, and the Czech Republic and with both the Vancouver and Victoria Symphonies. Meanwhile, Mexican-born Guerrero is a graduate of the UBC Opera Studio. She has performed roles in The Merry Widow, La Boheme, Suor Angelica, in the Bard on the Beach Festival and with the Vancouver Symphony. The Palm Court Orchestra, now completing its 27th season, will also perform the Gold and Silver Waltz, selections from Richard Rodger’s musical The Girl Friend, Johann’s Strauss’ Der Fledermaus and will also premiere a recently discovered work by British composer Haydn Wood of Roses of Picardy fame.
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Janusson channels the spirit of jazz great Montogomery
ON STAGE Just a Wylde guy
Wes Montgomery was one of the most acclaimed jazz guitarists of the last century. His legacy will be explored Sunday on the Crofton Hotel Pub stage by young Nanaimo guitarist Andrew Janusson. “With Victoria veteran Sean Drabitt on bass and recent Berklee College of Music grad John Lee on drums, the trio will celebrate the legendary ‘60s
jazz guitarist, considered by many to have had the greatest influence among modern jazz guitarists,” a media release reads. “The tribute will include such Montgomery originals as West Coast Blues, Jingles and Full House, Janusson says. “Janusson, in his final year in the jazz program at Vancouver Island University, studies under such
Island luminaries as guitarist Pat Coleman and bassist Ken Lister and has performed extensively up and down the Island.” The Crofton jazz series — billed as your only regular jazz opportunity north of Victoria, starts at 2 p.m. and runs until 5 p.m. every Sunday, and features an opportunity for local players to jam. The pub is at 1534 Joan Ave. Admission is $10.
Zakk Wylde: Legendary metal guitarist could find his number one fan in Duncan during Island-exclusive Valentine’s Day show
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t might sound cliche, but it’s certain Duncan’s Richard Hickey is wild for Wylde. That is for Zakk Wylde, legendary guitar rocker, the former Ozzy Osbourne axe-man who’s playing an exclusive Vancouver Island acoustic show at the Cowichan Theatre Feb. 14. But sorry folks, tickets are sold out, and sellers are slanging passes on sites like usedvic for $500. Hickey’s had his VIP tickets since the show was announced in December. Which stands to reason as the family man and tattoo shop owner/artist claims he’s Wylde’s biggest fan. “I like him because he is Irish, a family man, and because of his values,” Hickey said. “S.D.M.F. is his life’s persona given to him by his father’s ethics. S for strength, D for determination, M for merciless, and F for forever.” In fact, Hickey owns the holy grail of Gibson guitars, a Les Paul Zakk Wylde Bullseye that was autographed by Wylde himself about five years ago at the Gibson factory. That guitar he’s been told could re-sell for about $17,000 but it won’t be leaving his possession any time soon. Hickey saw Wylde live in 2007 at GM Place “S for strength, in Vancouver where he D for determiperformed most of a solo right in front of nation, M for him. “We had fourthmerciless, and F row floor tickets for that one,” Hickey said. for forever.” The Cowichan show, which is being dubbed ‘An Evening With Zakk Wylde’ or what Hickey and his buddies are saying will feature a ‘mild Wylde,’ is part of a solo 13-city tour across Canada featuring intimate versions of his band Black Label Society’s most popular songs, as well as songs from his best-selling solo album Book of Shadows and Southern
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rock band Pride & Glory. Shadows is Hickey’s all-time favourite album of Wylde’s, although the 41-year-old first got hooked on Wylde’s guitar riffs in Ozzy’s classic hit No More Tears. “I was an Ozzy fan at first,” Hickey said. “When Zakk joined Ozzy I loved his tone and uniqueness. His style and the way he played was so powerful. “No More Tears, a song by Ozzy performed by Zakk on guitar, was such an amazing song. He also has a southern rock background and feel. He won me over right there on the spot with that song. This was in 1991. “I was hooked,” Hickey said. “My love and respect for Zakk led me to his Black Label Society band. This was more fueled up and heavier than his riffs for Ozzy.” Over six feet tall, the bearded, blond guitar genius with a hearty sense of humour is promoting BLS’ ninth LP, Catacombs of the Black Vatican, which is due out April 8. “Everybody always says their new record is the most fabulous, stupendous record of their life,” Wylde recently said in an interview in Rolling Stone magazine. “When I heard this record, I looked at myself in the mirror and started making out with myself. “It’s that good. The second time I listened to it, not only did I make out with myself, I groped myself. It’s that good.” Instead of Wylde’s blitzkrieg high-volume thrash he’s best known for, the Cowichan stop will feature a more introspective Wylde, in story-telling mode on acoustic guitar. “I’m so looking forward to this show,” Hickey said. “It’s going to be a special show, a thank you show.” “This is a special thank you to my Canadian fans for making Ain’t No Sunshine top 20 – TOP 20 people,” Wylde said in promotional material. “ I wanted to do more intimate shows in a great country, especially in some cities where you’re already going a bit crazy.” And fans are going nuts. “No hat, but BIG hair will be a must for this show!” said super fan — or berzerker as Wylde calls his followers — Kim Robinson when the show was first announced.
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Duncan family man and tattoo shop owner Richard Hickey (above) claims he’s Zakk Wylde’s biggest fan. The wicked ‘holy grail’ Gibson axe autographed by the guitar legend himself, the rare Black Label Society denim vest, and a massive collection of Wylde’s CDs can attest to Hickey’s love for rocker (left).
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guitar hero. He’s hoping to get a second guitar, a funky orange Epiphone Les Paul Buzz Saw signed after the concert. “I don’t really know what to say to him when I meet him,” Hickey said. “He has already given so much, I feel guilty asking him anything... He takes so much time from his wife and kids and devotes so much to his music for us, his fans. All I can think of saying is, ‘Thank you for everything, the time, the sacrifices.’”
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Friday Cowichan Knitters Tea: the Grade 6-7s of Division One of Bayview Community School in Vancouver invite Cowichan Knitters to a Tea in their Honour, 1 to 3:15 p.m., 200 Cowichan Way, Duncan. Valentine’s DInner Dance: Vocalist Dirk Ouellette and the Not Yet Quartet, 8:30 p.m., Crofton Hotel, 1534 Joan Ave., Crofton. Tickets $10. Reservations recommended. Call 250-324-2245. Valentines concert with Saskia and Darrel: at the Chemainus Senior Drop in Centre for a Valentine’s Day Concert at 2 p.m. Tickets $10 advance or $12 door available at the Senior Drop In Centre or for more info call 250-246-4424 or 250-2462111. Kira Carroll & the Hot Velvet Jazz Band: Cool Valentines jazz and more at the Cow Bay Pub, 7 to 10 p.m. No cover.
Hands On @ the Library: Cedar Rose Workshop: Learn how to make roses from a strip of cedar bark. Leave with a rose for your Valentine or yourself! Class size is limited so stop by or call 250-746-7661 to register. Cowichan library, 4 to 5 p.m.
Shawnigan Players Final Audition: Casting for “Murder in Green Meadows,” a psychological thriller for the stage, two females and two males between the ages of 35 and 45 years of age, at Shawnigan Community Centre, from 1 to 4 p.m.
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Plain Folk Making Great Music: with Darrel & Saskia, 2 p.m., Chemainus Seniors Centre, 9824 Willow St., Chemainus. Tickets $15 advance $20 door.
Reel Alternatives presents 20 Feet from Stardom: documentary about backup singers, 7:00 p.m., Cowichan Theatre, 2687 James St., Duncan. Tickets $12, Students (Rows A-C) $5. Call 250-748-7529.
Anniversary Celebration: of Tangerine Dream Gallery and Art Studio, tapas, beverages, “paint-in”, 5 to 8 p.m., 1725 Cowichan Bay Rd., Units B & C on the waterfront. Tickets $25, with proceeds to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
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men to better improve their relationship with themselves, their families, and with their community. 6 p.m., in the boardroom at Duncan Thrifty Foods. Call 250-597-2801, info@cowichanmen.org. Addictions support group: Do you have adult children with addictions? Join this open group to share your worries and wisdom. Drop-in the third Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m., Canadian Mental Health Association, 371 Festubert St. Duncan, 250-746-5521, lucy. morton@cmha.bc.ca. El Oasis Spanish Classes: free weekly gatherings of people interested in speaking Spanish. All levels are welcome,
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5:30 to 8 p.m., Cowichan library, 2687 James St. Free. Call 250-715-1003. Weekly Bingo: free bingo for seniors at Valley Seniors Centre, starts at noon, with loonie pot, odd and even, number seven and bonanza after the regular games, 198 Government St., Duncan. Call 250-746-4433. Maple Bay Painters Artists Club: welcoming beginners or advanced. All are welcome to enjoy camaraderie, work-
shops, outings and more. Meet every Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Cowichan Exhibition Centre; 7380 Trans Canada Hwy., Duncan. Call Susan at 250-748-9682 for more.
Wednesday Resilience: documentary about the Cowichan Watershed, 7 p.m., Cowichan Theatre, 2687 James St., Duncan. Tickets $7. Call 250748-7529.
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Toastmasters Open House: Speaking? Leading? Scared of both? Toastmasters can help! Travelodge Silverbridge Inn 140 Trans Canada Hwy., Duncan, 6 to 9 p.m. Free. The Destiny Initiative Burger & Beer Fundraiser: at the Craig Street Brew Pub in Duncan, 6 to 9 p.m. $20 includes beef/ veggie burger and a beer or non-alcoholic beverage. Silent auction, 50/50 draw, and a showing of the Destiny movie.
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Jake had a love of music trivia which stemmed from listening to radio programs at night on the farm and while riding the tractor. He loved an unusual book with an eye-popping title as he had a rather inquisitive mind. One of the last books he read was “The Hundred Year-Old Man Who Jumped Out The Window And Kept On Going.� Jake played music all his life. Starting out with his mother’s encouragement, he played pedal steel guitar and later, all styles of guitar.  His old Raven classical was still his favourite guitar to play over the years.  He was self-taught and had a beautiful way of playing guitar and will be missed for that. In later years he took up the mandolin. His taste in music was eclectic ranging from roots, folk, blues to country, rock ‘n roll and jazz. Occasionally he painted and enjoyed pen and ink cartooning too. He was somewhat of a showman and liked singing the tunes of the ‘50’s, especially Jerry Lee Lewis He was president of his high school graduation class and to get votes made a splash by riding his motorized scooter into the school. After graduation he hitchhiked the Route 66 to California because he was interested in the surfing culture. There he worked in a carwash with people of all nationalities from Portugese to Mexican. He also worked in a tannery, once applied for a job as an elephant handler, fried burgers for A&W and worked in a halfway house for drug rehabilitated youth in Ontario. Jake worked for 23 years as a Federal Government employee in Victoria, B.C. He was a program coordinator dedicated to working with community groups and First Nations people.  Also he was the founder of “Jake and the Snakes� with the “Fabulous Snakettes� - who entertained at government functions.  He will be remembered by his colleagues for his wicked sense of humour and will be missed by many. He had many friends, young and old, from all walks of life and touched the lives of a great number of people.   A very generous man, he will be remembered for his big smile, big heart, hearty laugh, radical sense of humour as well as his vulnerability and kindness to others. Jake was a single parent most of his life, raising two daughters that he dearly loved, Dylan and Sara.  It wasn’t easy to do but he did his best with the skills he had. Dad will be forever missed.  His singing partner and wife, Judy-Ann, will treasure and miss him forever.   They formed a vocal performing duo and entertained often in the Cowichan Valley and for other events.  For the past ten years Jake travelled in his retirement with JudyAnn to countries such as Thailand, Jamaica, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Barbados, Mexico and lately Europe where they went to Italy, Turkey, Greece and France.  They had wondrous adventures in their motor home driving to Nashville and from the west coast to Newfoundland.  Jake will also be missed by his stepson, Travis,  and his stepdaughter, Melinda (Trevor). “Grandpa Jake� will be missed by his grandchildren Hunter (5), Emily (2) and little Cassidy (5 months). He will be fondly missed by Lorna Jackson, his other “Mom� from Cranbrook, B.C. as well as other close family and friends from the East Kootenays and Alberta.  Jake left the earth much as he lived his life- with amazing courage and tenacity.   He was described as “not a cookie-cutter patient� by some doctors because he took an active interest in his own test results and loved to keep the doctors on their toes.  A big thank you to Dr. Willie Jay Pewarchuk of Cowichan Valley for his ongoing care of Jake and to Dr. David Hepburn, of Victoria, who knew Jake for many years. A memorial service will be held for Jake at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 26th, 2014 at H.W. Wallace Cremation and Burial Centre, 5285 Polkey Road, Duncan, B.C. Donations in Jake’s name can be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada, Vancouver Office, 1682 W. 7th Avenue, Suite 310, Vancouver, B.C. Online condolences may be offered at www.hwwallace.bc.com.
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FILION, Margaret Roxborough (nee Truesdale) Passed away peacefully in 2014 at Cowichan District Hospital. Margaret was born in 1921 at King’s Daughters Hospital (now Cairnsmore Place), Duncan. She attended Duncan Elementary School and Duncan High School. After graduation, she attended Sprott-Shaw College in Victoria. In December of 1941, she met Donald Filion, a soldier in the North Shore Regiment based in New Brunswick whose unit was based temporarily in Victoria. They were married in May 1942. Don was killed on September 17, 1944 in France. During the war years and after, Margaret worked as a legal secretary to various lawyers in Duncan. In later years, she assisted David Williams in preparing his manuscripts for the publication of his books. Margaret was predeceased by her brother Lewis and her sister Nairn (Callewaert). Surviving family members are sisters Doreen (Wilkinson) and Glenys (Lister). A Graveside service will be on Friday February 21, 2014 at 1:30 pm in Mountain View Cemetery (Somenos and Drinkwater Roads), Duncan, Rev. Michael Wimmer officiating. Memorial Tea to follow at Duncan Meadows Golf Course (6507 North Rd.). Memorial Donations in Margaret’s memory can be made to The Salvation Army of Canada (855 546-5556) or the Alzheimer Society of British Columbia (604 681-6530). Online condolences at www.hwwallacecbc.com Together again with Don
H.W. Wallace 5285 Polkey Rd. 250-701-0001 SHELLEY, Shirley Jean
SHELLEY, Shirley Jean (nee McConnell) MayMcConnell) 18, 1931 (nee – January 2014 May 18,31, 1931 2014 away Shirley– January Shelley 31, passed
after a brief illness. Shirley was born in Vancouver, to Shirley Shelley passed BC away Gladys and Herbert McConnell. after a brief illness. Shirley She married James Shelley in Vancouver August 27, BC 1949. was born inonVancouver, to Jim and their Gladys andShirley Herbertraised McConnell. children in New Westminster She married James Shelley in where they were both very active in lacrosseon and curling and Vancouver August 27, 1949. where theyShirley began their Jim and raisedlifelong their love of gardening and roses children in New Westminster in particular. After moving to Edmonton, Alberta she worked for many years at Woodward’s department later Jim where they werestores, both very active and Shirley operated several businesses their curling own ending in lacrosseofand and with The White Hart Tea Shoppe in Duncan, B.C. In retirement where they began their lifelong Shirley’s independent, strong, and feisty nature truly shone, she love and of even gardening roses enjoyed travelling with her family made and a solo trip to England, she relocated to Chemainus where she made new in particular. After moving to Edmonton, Alberta she worked friends and developed a true sense of community. Shirley is for manybyyears Woodward’s department stores, later Jim survived sonsat James (Penny) and Gene, daughters Jeanette and Shirley operated(Grant), several grandchildren businesses of Lee, their own ending (Rick) and Theresa Jordy, Kyli, Kendra great-grandchildren, Herbert with Theand White Hart Tea Shoppe inbrother Duncan, B.C. InMcConnell, retirement sister Mary McGowan, sister-in-law Vivian McConnell and Shirley’s independent, strong, and feisty nature truly shone, numerous nephews & nieces. She is predeceased by she her enjoyed travelling hersisters familyKathleen and even& Patricia, made a solo trip husband Jim, son with David, brothers William & Donald. Shirley had a remarkable ability meet new to England, she relocated to Chemainus where shetomade new people anywhere and turn them into dear friends. A celebration friends and life developed a true sense February of community. Shirley is of Shirley’s will be held Saturday, 22, 1pm – 3pm survived by sons James (Penny) and Gene, daughters Jeanette at the Chemainus Legion Hall, 9775 Chemainus Road. In lieu of flowers donation(Grant), to the Canadian Cancer (Rick) and aTheresa grandchildren Lee,Society Jordy,would Kyli, be appreciated.
Kendra and great-grandchildren, brother Herbert McConnell, FIRST MEMORIAL sister Mary McGowan, sister-in-law Vivian McConnell and FUNERAL SERVICES numerous nephews & nieces. She is predeceased by her 250-748-2134 husband Jim, son David,to:sisters Kathleen & Patricia, brothers Condolences www.dignitymemorial.com William & Donald. Shirley had a remarkable ability to meet new people anywhere and turn them into dear friends. A celebration of Shirley’s life will be held Saturday, February 22, 1pm – 3pm at the Chemainus Legion Hall, 9775 Chemainus Road. In lieu of flowers a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Direct Letters to
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Ralph passed away suddenly February 7, 2014. He is predeceased by his father Fred, mother Bernice and several uncles. Ralph is survived by his wife Trudy, son Steven, sister Judy Desrochers (Larry), nephews Matthew and Brennan (Kendall), three aunts and several cousins. A celebration of Ralph’s life will be held at a later date. Donations can be made in Ralph’s name to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. BERTRAND, Delma On Thursday, February 6th 2014 at 2:00pm Tom, Blaire, Stacie and Dallas kissed and hugged their best friend, wife, and mom as she fell asleep one last time. Del’s war with cancer, for the last seven years, never once slowed her down or ever got the best of her quick-witted, fiery personality. Throughout her battle she continued to be the “rock� of our family, making it easy for us to love her more and more each day. Always the first to smile, laugh, enjoy a great party, or “bleep� a wisecrack, made Del the greatest friend, co-worker and best of all,� our mom�. We would love to thank all the doctors, nurses and support staff at the Victoria Cancer Center, the Leukemia/BMT Program and the BMT Daycare Unit at Vancouver General Hospital for the never-ending excellent treatment that only people who truly care, can provide. Individual thanks to doctors T. Nevill, A. Attwell, Mary G., Ryan L., Miriam N., Shondra S., and B. Bass. Mostly, our heartfelt thanks to Linda from Duncan Home Care, and to Victoria Hospice nurses Christina, Stacey and Susan, for surrounding Del with endless loving care and true compassion in Del’s last days. We will always love and miss you, and we know your best friend Abby was waiting for you to take her for a walk. Celebration of Life for Delma is being held at Duncan Meadows Golf Course Saturday, Feb 15th, 12:00-4:00.
BEVERIDGE, Rick July 4, 1949 - January 27, 2014 It is with shocking sadness that Sharron announces the unexpected death of her husband Rick, on January 27th 2014. Rick was predeceased by his father Gil and leaves behind Sharron, his daughters Terra (Paul) and Alicia (Mike), his three grandchildren Kaitlyn, Jonathan and Janie, his mother Irene (Bob), his brother Rand (Juanita) and his nieces Laurel (Mark) and Jessica (Scott). Rick was born in Halifax July 4th 1949 and grew up in Victoria. He attended school in Ottawa and then joined the RCMP in 1969. He completed the duration of his RCMP service in ‘E’ Division and retired at 45 years of age. Throughout his retirement, he enjoyed motorcycling, RVing, skiing, scuba diving and sailing. Rick was a mentor to his friends and family, Sharron’s best friend, a hero to Terra and a buddy to Alicia. Rick will be terribly missed by his family and many friends associated with the hobbies he enjoyed. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.hwwallacecbc.com
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154003 – Crestwood, Donnay, Highwood, Milson, Oakwood, Woodgrove Pl/Way (84 papers)
GARAGE SALES * Great bargains
FUEL/FIREWOOD
Dave Landon Motors Ltd. is seeking applicants for the position of Service Manager.
HELP WANTED
ANNUAL STOREWIDE SALE. Full month of February. Highway Antique Emporium, Hwy #1 @ Chemainus. Daily 10am-5pm, 36 dealers, 5200 sq ft. Discounts ranging to 40% off.
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THE COWICHAN FOOD CONNECTION
aka: The Bread Van is in need of volunteers for delivery driver(s) for bread runs to Nanaimo and back. The only remuneration to be paid is a feeling of good karma, free bread and a sense of helping those less fortunate then yourselves. Requirements for the driver are: a good driving record and a great attitude! Please email resume to:
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE Cobble Hill: Hay for Sale $5 /bale. 250-743-5847. FUTON couch/double bed with comfy cotton-foam cushion in washable Aztec pattern, removable arms, sturdy pine fold-down frame. $150. Call 250-748-8855 after 6 p.m.
HERITAGE PAWN BARGAINS!
Now Open Longer to Serve You Better. Mon-Fri 9:30-5:30, Saturday 10-5. Fast cash and lowest rates on collateral loans. Super deals on gently used items! 430 Whistler. Duncan, BC. 250-746-9810. heritagepawnbrokers.com HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? KUBOTA TRACTOR 4.5 yrs, 108 hours!, Model B2920 with Loader (50� bucket), backhoe 12� bucket w/thumb, 4’ rotary cutter & full set chains, $25,000 obo. HUSQVARNA RIDING MOWER, 4 yrs, 40� cut, $3,500 obo. TROY-BUILT heavy duty rototiller (model H60), best offer. 250-746-7238
COBBLE HILL
203355 – Ellison, Inverness, Judge, Kala, St. Catherine’s (38 papers)
COWICHAN BAY
253435 – Vee Rd (Old & New), Wilmot (32 papers)
CROFTON
503602 – Babine Pl/Rd, 7838-7957 Osborne Bay, Peterson (27 papers) 503603 – 1633-1639 Adelaide, 7976-8006 Arthur, 7944-8106 York (42 papers) 503710 – Cecil, Crofton (59 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) 354400 – Dundas, Kalmar, La Gorda, 1750-1765 Shawn Mill Bay, 2739-2771 Wallbank, 1582-1756 Wilmot (45 papers) *all paper counts are approximates
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SHAUGHNESSY GARDENS~ $100 off ďŹ rst months rent!
MUST VIEW Mountain View
DUNCAN- OFFICE/ Retail, downtown 950 sq.ft. ground floor, completely reno’d. Reception area, 3 offices. Avail now. Call 250-715-6880.
LAKE COWICHAN- spacious 3 bdrm level entry suite, priv entrance. Inclds W/D, F/S. NP/NS. $800/mo heat incld. Call 250-923-6170.
CRYSTAL CREEK Townhome. Avail Now. 3 bdrms, 2 bath, W/D, F/S, D/W, $950+ utils. Meicor Property Management. Call 250-709-2646.
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
3420 Auchinachie Road ----------------------------------
RECREATION
3251 Cowichan Lake Rd.
ATTENTION SENIORS Central Duncan 954 sq.ft. second floor. Reduced to $151,900, 55+ building @ 650 Dobson Rd. Call 250-815-0866
DUPLEX/4-PLEX OPEN HOUSE- Sat & Sun, every weekend, 1-4pm. New Duplex’s For Sale, Duncan, BC at 5909, 5911 Stone Haven Rd in Stone Manor Estate’s (behind Hospital) both properties are 1850sq ft 3 bdrms, 4 bath, 5 appls and much more, $309,000 includes gst. New Home For Sale: 5887 Stone Haven Rd, 2050sq ft, 2 bdrm+ den+ rec room heat pump, 5 appls, built-in vac, $384,000 includes gst, on bus route near hospital. Call Gord (250)710-1947.
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.
SPRINGRIDGE MANOR Has a new look!
RANCHER- 2 BDRM large shop, 2 acres, 6608 Hills Rd. $349,000. (250)720-1432. see more pics at Arrowsmith listings.
HOUSES FOR SALE OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS Property has been rented for the past 6 years for $2,000/mo. Now vacant. 4 bed, 3 bath, 2 kitchen, 2 laundries, big deck, large (.19 acre) city lot. Walk to shopping malls, arena, pool, recreation areas and all levels of schooling, including VIU. Pensioner owner has retired, needing a quick sale. Priced below $300K with some creative financing options. Excellent holding property.David 250743-2174
MORTGAGES
CENTRAL LOCATION, Bach, 1 & 2 bdrms, balcony, F/S, heat & hot water (1 bldg only), parking, pet considered, $550$850/mo. Call 250-748-7764 DUNCAN downtown condo, 1 Bdrm, 2 baths, five appl’s, gated underground parking, $850/mo. Call 250-748-6679 DUNCAN: large 3 bdrm apt, avail immed, W/D, F/S, new paint & blinds, close to all amentities. $1000/mo. To view call Mark 1-250-217-1944 Ground oor, 3 bdrm condo, corner suite, 5 appl, 1200+ sq.ft. on dead end street near centre of town, exercise room & extra storage. 250-746-5049 LAKE COWICHAN: 1 bdrm Apt, 55 +, N/S, Lake view Manor $525/m. Avail. Mar 1. (250) 749-4438 LAKE COWICHAN- live in one of the nicest units, big bright 2 bdrm, bamboo flrs, walk-in closet, W/D, D/W, near town. NS/NP. $790+ hydro. Call (250)882-3149.
MAPLE GROVE APTS~ $100 off ďŹ rst months rent! 3271 Cowichan Lake Rd 2 Bedroom apartments & 3 Bedroom Townhomes _____________________
*Heat & Hot water included *Family oriented *Clean & quiet *Renovated units *Indoor Pets welcome *Onsite Laundry Facilities _____________________
RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO 1 & 2 Bdrm Renovated Apartments
Quiet & Secure Overlooks lovely gardens. Seniors Welcome!
DUNCAN (8 km north) Studio apartment, furnished, on 8 acres. Laundry, satellite, heat, hydro. $575. (250)748-1310.
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 2 BDRM Cabin for rent. W/D F/S included. $750 month. Available March 1, 2014. (250) 709-7180 COBBLE HILL- 1 bdrm BUNK house, like mobile home, not fancy, but warm. On farm property. (250)743-4392. MAPLE BAY: 1 bdrm cabin, newly reno’d, on landlords prop. Avail. immed. $550/mo + util’s. N/P. Ref’s, Criminal record check req’d. Call (250)709-0576.
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
LAKE COWICHAN- 2-bdrm SxS duplex. F/S, Quiet, rural setting. Walk to Village. $600/mo + utils. 250-749-4061
Terrace Estates
3420 Auchinachie Road ----------------------------------
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Meicor Properties Chemainus: Lockwood Villa. Well kept bldg, 1 bdrm $625 incl heat & hot water, available now. N/S, 1 small pet welcome. 250-246-1033. www.meicorproperties.com Meicor Properties Ladysmith: 1 bdrm $690/mo and 2 bdrm grnd flr $800/mo. Avail March 1st. Incl. heat & hot water, small pets OK. 250-924-6966. www.meicorproperties.com
2575 Alexander St., Duncan
(250)746-6442
Call Harold (250)732-1839
DUNCAN:1bed suite grnd level $675. Also room in 3bdrm suite $400. 250-715-8468
1 bdrm bright & spacious, newly renovated. Available now! Free heat & hot water.
Royal Alexander Apts
Renovated, fresh paint & TLC throughout. Clean quiet building close to Beverly Corners & University. Includes heat & hot water. N/S, N/P. 1 bdrm suite $590 Studio suite $520 Available Now
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MOBILE HOMES & PADS
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
LADYSMITH 55+, one-level townhouse, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, nice kitchen, yard, garage. Pet OK. Call 250-924-4398.
1 bdrm bright & spacious, newly renovated. Available now! Free heat & hot water.
www.meicorproperty.com
3251 Cowichan Lake Rd.
FOR SALE BY OWNER
Terrace Estates
HOMES FOR RENT 2 BDRM house, $725, F/S, W/D, fenced lrg yard, storage shed, N/P, N/S. (250) 7486614 9:30 am - 4:00 pm, Tues-Fri. Avail. March 1. COWICHAN RIVER waterfront 2 bdrm log house, recently reno’d. Shared acreage. N/S, no dogs. $1150. (250)715-0571. DUNCAN: 1 bdrm cottage with privacy, near town, plus attached studio space, gas f/p, 4 appl’s, pet considered. $800 + util. Avail immed. 250-7466383 or 250-510-6383 DUNCAN: 3 bdrm, 1 bath. Wired workshop. F/S, W/D access. $1200. N/P, N/S, N/D. Close to schools & shops (250) 732-4500. Avail now. DUNCAN: NEAR Hospital, mobile home for rent in quiet adult park. Pets ok, call for details. $850. (250)246-8318. 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, $1600+utils. March 1st. 250-743-4432, 250-710-0839. rentmillbay@gmail.com 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 SALTAIR- 2 bdrm level entry home, bright, upgraded, 4 appls, fenced. N/S, sm pet considered. $875. Refs required. Call 250-246-1457.
OFFICE/RETAIL 3000 SQ.FT, 50’ frontage, can divide to suit. 89 South Shore Rd. (across from new Library). Search ph # 250-900-7127 on UsedCowichan.com DUNCAN: RETAIL/OFFICE space for lease, highway exposure, A/C, ample parking. 250-746-5657 or 748-8671
APARTMENT/CONDO
RV RESORT ON THE LAKE
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.
SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING THE GATEHOUSE Adult Care (Ltd.) Licensed Facility. Come join our Family! We have room for two full time “clients� in our family home environment. We are a level entry home with easy access to all rooms and two outdoor patios with seating. Safe and secure...private individual rooms. Home cooked meals and snacks, special diets if needed. Hair, nail and foot care included at no extra charge. All care is provided by on-site trained staff. For more information please call Rae Marie, Manager/Supervisor at: 250-743-4913. 3380 Cobble Hill Rd, Cobble Hill, BC, email:
DUNCAN: 2 bdrm, 2 bath, independent senior living at Wedgewood House, 256 Gov’t St. Balcony view, gas fireplace, fully equipped kitchen. Includes nightly dinner, weekly housekeeping, heavy laundry, lifeline emergency response monitoring. Close to all amenities. Call 250-715-8030.
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NORTH NANAIMO: 1bdrm private suite. New floors & paint. Shared laundry. Secure, covered parking. FREE cable. N/S, No Partiers. $800/mo. 250-756-9746.
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YOUBOU grd level lake views. 1 bdrm, new kitchen, tiled flrs, W/D, F/S. Priv entrance/driveway. Garden, metal shed. N/S inside, no drugs, dog ok. $600 + 1/2 hydro. (250)745-8889.
SUITES, UPPER CHEMAINUS, LARGE1 Bdrm upper. 5 appls, partial ocean view. $850/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. Bright, one room suite, very quiet, private entrance. N/S, no pets, no parties, $700/mnth, avail. now. Call: 250-748-3470 DUNCAN: bright spacious newly renovated 1250 sq.ft. main floor, 3 bedroom corner suite with 5 app. Great location, walk to downtown. Secure entrance in quiet well maintained building with exercise room. Small pet considered. References must have. Rent $1050.00. Tel 1-250-8812400
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SUITES, LOWER 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- sm 1 bdrm main flr, newer carpet, paint. No dogs. Refs. $550/mo inclds hydro. 250-743-4154. Crofton furnished bachelor. New app’ls & furniture. Private entrance. Hydro & cable, W/D $650. 250-246-4192 DUNCAN: 2 bdrm, priv entry, grnd level, small yard, close to amenities. Laundry available. $750+ utils. NS/NP, no parties. Call 250-701-3213. DUNCAN: Avail now. Ground floor 2bdrm legal suite, Gilana Pl. FS, blinds, WD hookup. NS, NP, no partiers. Only quiet persons! Refs req. $600. + util. 250-748-3472, 250-709-1838. DUNCAN WEST SIDE - 700sf. 2 bdrm. 1 F/Bath. Grn’d lvl. Driveway prkg. New carpet. Shr’d lndry. N/P N/S. Walk to transit. Now. $750 incls. utils. cbl. & WIFI (250)701-3652
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MISCELLANEOUS FOR RENT 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.
N. CHEMAINUS: newer spacious 1 bdrm suite on 2 acres, W/D, heat & hot water incl’d, nice patio, $800/mo. Avail Mar. 1. Call (778)462-2264.
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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
STUCCO/SIDING STUCCO - Including small jobs and refacing old stucco. Guaranteed. 250-715-5883.
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hursday was the day of reckoning for the Cowichan Thunderbirds senior girls’ basketball team. The T-Birds had a challenge match at Carihi for the right to play in the North Island tournament at Port Alberni, running Friday and Saturday. Cowichan co-coach Jim Nugent has been pleased with the T-Birds’ continued progress this season despite a string of losses and his team had nothing to lose but give its best against Carihi. The T-Birds’ final league game last week at Alberni ended in a 59-24 loss. But, again, there were long periods of bright moments from the girls. The game was close throughout the first half, with Alberni leading 25-18. “We missed many opportunities to be ahead in the half but stayed in the game with our press,’’ noted Nugent. Cowichan couldn’t keep the momentum going in the second half and only
scored six more points. The physical game resulted in secondhalf injuries to Ashton Aumen and Sonja Manhas. Neither managed to finish the game. Aumen was the top scorer for Cowichan before departing with six points. “The girls are learning what it takes to compete both mentally and physically at the senior girls’ level,’’ observed Nugent. “They are improving in every game and have no quit in them.’’ Best of all, the players have begun to believe in themselves. Those who were doubtful at the start about being able to play senior ball have since become convinced it’s within their capabilities. Meanwhile, the Cowichan T-Birds boys defeated Alberni easily 67-37 last Tuesday. “We had a very focused defensive effort and had solid offensive contributions from many guys,’’ noted coach Sandeep Heer. Josh Charles was the leading scorer with 15 points while Braydon Aumen had 12, Jordy Frost 11 and Kain Melchior 10.
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Alberni wrestling results accentuate Cowichan brilliance
Don Bodger
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ore qualifiers for the nationals emerged from the Cowichan Valley Wrestling Club at the Alberni Wrestling Invitational. The CVWC now has seven members who will be taking part in the nationals April 6 to 9 in Guelph, Ontario. Chelsea Warke, Aydan Claus, Ryan Kuruvita, Jeevan Sall and Jimmy Wyld added their names to the qualification list that already included Nolan Mitchell and Andrea Morris.
Claus of Frances Kelsey had a great tournament at Alberni, with a second place in 74-kilogram cadet boys, while Kuruvita of Cowichan Secondary also took second for 60 kg. Kelsey’s Kayden Dorma finished fifth in 54 kg. In cadet girls, Morris from Queen of Angels won the 47 kg and Kelsey’s Warke was third in 51 kg. Cowichan’s Rayne Hankins had a second place in 69 kg. “We had a lot of school-age kids that did really well,’’ said coach Nick Zuback of the Alberni competition. In school boys, Antonio Diaz of Queen of
Angels came third in 37-38 kg. Aslan Farboud of Bench was third in 35-36 kg while Queen of Angels’ Talon Hird (30-34), Stephan Esquivel (47-49), Daniel Wanner (50-52) and Aiden Tuplin (54-56) were all fifth in their respective classes. In school girls, Jaqueline Wong-Bates of Queen of Angels won the 52-53 kg. Grade 7 student Sarah Gillard of Drinkwater finished second in 39-40 kg. Cowichan’s Wyld placed third in 60 kg for juvenile men. Owen Pite, also of Cowichan, took sixth for 66 kg. Olive Kiruiro of Kelsey claimed third in 90kg
juvenile ladies. Cowichan finished second in overall club points with 117, but well back of Alberni’s 232 total. A total of 25 valley wrestlers went to the competition, with about a third of them in the elementary grades. That bodes well for the future. “The next couple of years are going to be great for our club, for sure,’’ said Zuback. Island championships are happening this weekend at Gulf Islands. “We’re hoping to have a number of kids qualify for provincials,’’ said Zuback.
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A little jab will do ya for Alix Ramey, 15, above left, fencing against JaiWai Wu, 17 during the fifth-annual Valentine’s fencing tournament, hosted by Salle La Fleche Saturday at the Si’em Lelum gymnasium. Left, Amara Thorne, 15, left, fences against Weibin Liang, 18.
Fencers on target
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wenty-five fencers, representing five different clubs, put their hearts into the Salle La Fleche fifth-annual Valentine’s fencing tournament Saturday at the Si’em Lelum gym. There were four different categories of competition. Vancouver, Nanaimo and Victoria fencers joined the Duncan contingent for the foil event. Results of the classes were as follows: Y12 Sabre: 1. Neav Williams-Murphy (Duncan), 2. Andrew Rigg (Duncan), 3. Shihong Huang (Duncan) and Jackson Trepke (Nanaimo). Y16 (Cadet) Sabre: 1. Shiming Huang (Duncan), 2. Amara Thorne (Duncan), 3. Alix Ramey (Nanaimo) and Neav Williams-Murphy (Duncan). Open Sabre: 1. Shiming Huang (Duncan), 2. Jaiwai Wu (Duncan), 3. Weibin Liang (Duncan) and Mike Provencher (Nanaimo). Open Foil: 1. Julian Tang (Vancouver), 2. Weibin Liang (Duncan), Katherine Smith (Victoria) and Isaac Carter- Hughes (Victoria).
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B.C. youth sevens rugby squad enlists four valley players for hong Kong
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Four players from valley schools are on the final B.C. Elite Youth Sevens provincial roster of 12 heading to the rugby hotbed of Hong Kong March 23 to 30 for the world-renowned International Rugby Board’s Hong Kong Sevens. Coach Shane Thompson’s squad will include George Barton (pictured), Tyler
Beselt and Wesley Wong of Shawnigan Lake School and Brentwood College’s Aaron Hersant. All were key players during the program’s recent tour to Las Vegas for the USA Sevens Invitational. Barton is still only in Grade 11 but has proven himself at the highest levels of
competition. Wong, who’s actually from Hong Kong, was the 2013 B.C. U17 captain. “Being able to take these young players on a tour like this is a unique opportunity,’’ noted Thompson. B.C. is the two-time defending champions at the Hong Kong Youth Sevens.
Curling title not in cards
Junior basketball: Late six-point charge leads to an island championship berth for underdogs
Provincial men: Montgomery rink overcomes odds to make the final
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he Cowichan Thunderbirds’ junior boys’ basketball team has done well against tough Lower Mainland competition, but found an equally formidable opponent right here in the valley. Shawnigan Lake School junior boys pulled off the upset during the Central Island playoffs at Brentwood College last week, beating Cowichan — a provincially top 10-ranked team all season — 40-38 Saturday. Cowichan held a 38-34 lead with only a minute and a half left, but Shawnigan hit a couple of tough shots and finished the game on a 6-0 run that produced the two-point victory. “The game was close the entire way,’’ noted Cowichan co-coach Lucky Walia. Noah Charles put up 17 points and added 14 rebounds for Cowichan in the losing cause. Connor Hayer had 10 points while Humza Khan contributed seven assists and Jamie Friesen collected six points, seven rebounds and three assists. Brentwood placed third with a win over Gulf Islands. In the semifinals, Shawnigan Lake defeated Brentwood 64-55 and Cowichan topped Gulf Islands 45-22 on the strength of 12 points and eight
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Front, centre and side positions are held by players with the ball in Central Island junior boys’ basketball tournament at Brentwood College. Above, Irvin Chen of Shawnigan Lake is guarded by David Shen of Brentwood College. Shawnigan won 64-55. Below, Nathan Bates of Cowichan looks for a pass past Tristin Cook of Gulf Islands and Andy Derocher, left, puts up a shot in Cowichan’s 45-22 win.
rebounds from Hayer. Shawnigan qualifies for the Island championships at Oak Bay this week. Cowichan will have to apply for one of the at-large berths in the 24-team field for the provincial playdowns that run Feb. 26 to March 1 at the Langley Events Centre. “There are two at-large berths available,’’ noted Walia. Those likely won’t be decided until the various zone tournaments are completed.
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ason Montgomery’s Duncan rink made a great run through the B.C. men’s curling championship at the Vancouver Curling Club to take second place. But it was a distant second after an 11-2 loss to John Morris’ Vernon/ Kelowna rink in Sunday’s final. Montgomery’s crew fell behind 6-1 after four ends and never recovered. “Giving a big lead to that team was what you didn’t want to do,’’ said Montgomery, who called the game and threw third rocks while Will Duggan played lead, Miles Craig second and Jody Epp of Victoria handled the final shots. Montgomery’s quartet started 1-2 but then won five in a row to reach the semifinal against Brent Pierce’s Royal City rink. That match was a dandy, with Montgomery and company overcoming a 4-1 deficit for a sixth straight triumph. Montgomery charged into the lead with three in the fifth, two in the sixth and one in the seventh. Pierce tied it with singles in the next three ends, but Montgomery tallied in the 11th end for an 8-7 victory to qualify for the final with Morris. Montgomery had knee surgery at the end of October that required some adjustments. “I had been playing lead up till two or three weeks before provincials,’’ he said. “My knee started feeling better.’’ So the change back to third was made. “It was a bittersweet end for us,’’ said Montgomery. “To make it to the final was exciting. We didn’t have a lot of expectation heading into the season.’’
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Skaters take their first major steps at pairs competition
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All pairs skating teams like the ones we’re watching in the Olympics right now had to start somewhere. Fuller Lake Skating Club member Sarah Kedves of Ladysmith and partner Lucas Pallard of Nanaimo turned the corner
toward reaching higher goals by making their debut at the Skate Canada National Challenge in Regina and placed 11th. They had a few glitches in their short program, but scored eight points higher than their personal best at the provincials
Regionals a showcase of emerging talent
for the long program. They’re excited now to move up to Novice knowing they have lots of potential. The couple paid a large part of its own cost for the trip to cover flights, meals, hotels and coaching.
Best feet forward: Skaters make marks with judges Don Bodger
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ll eyes in figure skating are fixed on the Sochi Winter Olympics, but the Vancouver Island Regionals at Kerry Park Arena received more than the usual passing glance because competitions like this are where it all began for the Olympians. Seventeen of the 18 Island clubs attended, ranging in age from six to adult as well as Special Olympic skaters. A dedicated committee co-chaired by Betsy Burr and Deb Murphy worked for eight months to bring the event to the valley. “The theme of the competition was Show Your Heart and the skaters, as well as the volunteers from all the valley clubs, certainly showed theirs this weekend,’’ noted Burr. The competition also received financial assistance and donations from many valley businesses. “Without such community support, we would not be able to bring these events to our skaters and we are grateful to everyone who contributed,’’ noted Burr. As for the skating, it was first-rate. “They all did their very best,’’ said Duncan Skating Club coach Lorraine Francisty of her group. “Peyton Kong was outstanding in her group, receiving the gold. We had many silver placings. Well done to everyone.’’ Kong won Group 2 of Star 3. Duncan results were: Star 1 Group 2 — Chloe Blace (merit); Group 4 — Brooke Wipplinger (bronze); Group 5 — Mya Hol (bronze). Star 2 Group 2 — Leva Schneider (merit); Group 5 — Keilen Russell (bronze); Group 6 — Presley Murphy (bronze); Group 7 — Kaliyah St. Amand (merit). Star 3 Group 1 — Rylee Smith (silver); Group 2 — Peyton Kong (gold), Grace Haugen (silver), DelRae Olson (silver); Group 3 — Sonja
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Twists and turns are taken by skaters in the Island regional championships at Kerry Park Arena. Clockwise from bottom left: Wilson Poon of Nanaimo (Junior Silver Men), Caiden Varasteh of Fuller Lake (13 and Under); Cecilia Faustino of Duncan (13 and Under); Brea Christie of Juan de Fuca (Junior Silver Women) and Danika Hakala of Fuller Lake (13 and Under). McCormack, Ryley McDonald and Drew Kuipers (silver). Star 4 Group 1 — Sophia Hodgins (third); Group 2 — Hannah Kushner (fifth). Star 5 13 and Under Group 2 — Cecilia Faustino (third), Haley Dragicevich (ninth). Star 5 13 and Over Group 1 — Stephanie Hleck (eighth), Caitlyn Luckhurst (ninth); Group 2 — Anna Brancato (fourth). Senior Bronze Women — Courtney Vanderstap (sixth). Introductory Interpretive — Courtney Vanderstap (third), Anna Brancato (fourth). Bronze Interpretive — Baylee Hopwo (second). Results for Fuller Lake were: Star 1 — Josie Waller and Isabel Anders (bronze); Star 2 — Brooklyn Puska, Emily Alyward and Hannah
Southern (bronze); Star 3 — Aaliyah Ward, Joshua Wheeler and Sophie Dawe (bronze). Star 5 Under 13 — Danika Hakala (seventh), Caiden Varasteh (eighth); Star 5 Over 13 — Paris Hanke (seventh). Senior Bronze Women — Amber Ree (seventh); Pre-Juvenile — Jazmin Wheeler (sixth); Pre-Novice — Sarah Kedves (fifth in short program and seventh in long program). Pre-Introductory Interpretive — Brielle Varasteh (fourth), Paris
Hanke (sixth); Gold Interpretive — Amber Ree (second), Marina Ellison (third); Senior Bronze Solo Dance — Brielle Varasteh (first), Danika Hakala (second); Junior Silver Solo Dance — Caiden Varasteh (second). Results for Kerry Park were: Star 1 — Sofia Ryan (bronze); Star 2 — Megan Kowan (silver) and Alyssa Casavant (bronze). Pre-Introductory Interpretive — Aleesha Norton (eighth); Introductory Interpretive — Kathleen Whittome (sixth).
Caps matching the pressure being applied by Alberni to win
Don Bodger
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he Cowichan Valley Capitals are doing their best to secure the final playoff spot in the B.C. Hockey League’s Island Division, but the Alberni Valley Bulldogs aren’t go-
ing away. The Caps beat the Clippers 3-1 in Nanaimo Wednesday night, but remain only one point ahead of Alberni Valley after the Bulldogs shut out Powell River 4-0.
With five games remaining, it’s likely going down to the wire to see whether Cowichan or Alberni Valley gets in. “We’re going to just keep going,’’ said goalie Robin Gusse, who’s made appearances in 48 of the team’s 53 games this season. “I’ve played a lot of games,’’ conceded Gusse. “I love it. That means my coach has confidence in me. I love playing a lot, honestly.’’ Gusse was in top form again, stopping 37 of 38 Clippers’ shots. After the Caps fell behind on a Brendan Taylor goal early in the second period, the Caps’ Mason Malkowich respond-
ed three minutes later and Brayden Gelsinger added the eventual game-winner late in the period on a power play. Myles Powell wrapped it up with an emptynetter in the last 25 seconds for his third point of the night. “Defensively, we did a great job,’’ said Gusse. “We did a great job on PKs. All-around, it was a really good team game.’’ Gusse likes the compete level of the Caps right now and the results they’ve obtained since early January. “We have the pressure to win,’’ he said. “We
do well with that pressure.’’ Gusse was doing a little golfing at Cowichan Golf and Country Club Thursday for a different form of exercise before going to practice that afternoon in preparation for the next game against Merritt Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at Cowichan Arena. “It’s going to come down to the last weekend, that’s for sure,’’ said Gusse of the Caps’ playoff race. “They’re (Alberni) not letting it go and we still have to win games because they’re right behind us.’’
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Roguish luxury at an economy price signals, plus available power lift gate Mont Tremblant, Quebec – The and an optional panoramic moon roof. 2014 Nissan Rogue is the newest entry The dimensions of this new Rogue are to the fastest growing segment in Caa bit of an optical allusion, as it looks nadian auto market – the compact SUV. much bigger than the outgoing model The sales leaders are the Ford Escape, but, in fact, is 25mm shorter. Yes, the Honda CR-V, Toyota RV4 and many, width and height have increased but many others. There is no mistaking this small SUV looks longer because the why these products have become so wheelbase has been stretched to make popular. They offer room for a family of rom for an optional third row of seats. four, with a high seating position that drivers and passengers like, plus plenty Inside of room for cargo and a price that’s not Nissan has done a good job of delivering too outlandish. a pleasant looking dash with the feaThe fact that these station wagon-retures people really want. Just because placements have become so popular this isn’t a mid-sized SUV, doesn’t mean is also the dramatic that Canadians don’t improvement in fuel want the finer things. economy these companies The middle SV trim will have been able to achieve. be the most popular due No longer does a family to 17-inch alloy wheels, have to give up huge fog lights, heated seats, dollars on fuel to drive a power driver’s seat and small SUV. a huge panoramic moon And what makes this roof for $26,748 in FWD new Nissan Rogue so The objective and $2,000 more in AWD. interesting is the level of To get the three-row with this new Rogue refinement and capability version the SV needs for up to seven passengers was to be noticed to be equipped with over three rows of seats. and provide a level the $2,050 Family Tech To test this new entry, Package which might of refinement and Nissan held its launch be worth the stretch event in and around Mont creature comforts that because it really does Tremblant, Que., getting the competition isn’t amp up the goodies. They a real taste of sub-zero, include the third row of providing winter, Canadian driving. seats that makes this a
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Looks Last year, Nissan introduced the bigger mid-sized Pathfinder SUV and this smaller Rogue shares many styling cues from its bigger brother. This, in my opinion, is a good idea. It has a sense of purpose, sophistication and commonality that helps define Nissan’s brand. Nissan wants to portray “everyday premium” with this new Rogue, including such nice touches as LED daytime running lights, wheel arch extensions, integrated mirror turn
7-passenger SUV. Granted, the third row is tight but perfect for those occasional times when extra family members are in town. In addition, this package includes navigation, a 7-inch touch screen monitor, power lift gate, blind-spot detection system, and lane departure warning system. These really are premium features found only in luxury SUVs just a few short years ago. Unfortunately, the top SL trim is only available in a two-row 5-seat configuration because
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it was felt the price would be too high for compact SUV buyers. Drive As hard as it might be to believe, this new, larger and slightly heavier (49kg) Rogue is actually more fuel-efficient than the last model. They were able to improve the economy by 18 per cent through the introduction of a new continuously variable transmission (CVT), aerodynamic tricks, and letting the carried-over engine breathe a bit better. Still rated at 170hp, the 2.5L 4-cylinder engine does a good job in city driving, thanks to the gearing of the new CVT but can seam a bit underpowered for higher, passing manouevre on the highway. Overall, the person filling the new Rogue up with fuel will welcome this balance of efficiency and everyday drivability. As part of the winter driving experience, I drove on an ice course in Macaglisse, Que., to highlight the vehicle’s stability system and the Active Trace Control feature. On the first run, through the twisty, sheer ice roads the entire system was shut off. As I crested a hill, then made a hard right turn, the Rogue slid all
the way out to the edges of the corner, almost hitting the opposing snow bank. On the second run, with the advanced systems on, the same road was almost uneventful. The stability and traction control kept the wheels from spinning but the Trace Control System provides just a slight amount of brake force to the inside wheels to help the Rogue navigate the sheet ice with confidence. Verdict The objective with this new Rogue was to be noticed and provide a level of refinement and creature comforts that the competition isn’t providing. The pricing is fantastic, especially the middle SV models. The larger interior dimensions will always be welcome, as buyers like to get more for their money, but it is still small and efficient enough for city buyers. The Lowdown Power: 2.5L 4-cylinder with 170hp Fill-up: 8.2L/6.2L/100km (city/highway AWD) Sticker price: $23,498-$33,098 zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca
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Adventures in leaving Detroit and trusting your GPS The digital road sign above warned: “Changing Roads Ahead. Do not rely solely on GPS.” I felt like it was speaking directly to me as I had suffered anxiety ever since Driveway editor Keith Morgan climbed into the Jeep Cherokee and we left downtown Detroit, heading north to Toronto. North, ahem, yes. The tunnel to Canada was a stone’s throw away from our launch point. I was thinking it would route me the same way I got down to Motown, via Windsor and through the tunnel. Why the GPS didn’t? – I’m not sure. Clearly it knew something we didn’t. Needless to say, the mechanical woman’s voice echoing through the premium speakers certainly did give us a scenic tour of the area. And by scenic I mean, she guided us through some rather dodgy areas, characterized by poorly maintained roads, broken down buildings and dejected looking people. After the excitement of the 2014 North American International Auto Show, I was looking forward to the long and painfully boring drive back. (That’s before Keith hitched a ride, honest.) My wish was not yet coming true. Finally, we were on some sort of highway. But no signs to a border popped up for miles and miles. We even pulled over a couple of times in the all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee Limited to check our smartphones to see if we were heading in the right direction. We were, but I guess I was just looking for a sign. A sign that said “Canada” on it.
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But no, we got this instead: “State Prison Nearby. Do NOT Pick Up Hitchhikers.” Gulp. Keith and I looked over at each other and laughed nervously. Oh gosh, what have we gotten ourselves into? – Regardless, we were in it together so it was bound to be eventful. I forgot to mention, my fuel was getting low, too, and I had a flight to catch out of Pearson. No need to panic, I think. When you’re in these kinds of situations, you say things that you normally wouldn’t say. “I will be so happy when we are back in Ontario,” is a phrase not often uttered by a B.C. resident. But it fell from my lips. Desperate times call for desperate measures, right? The one thing that remained steadfast and calm throughout the craziness was the Jeep Cherokee. The leather-trimmed seats were plush and comfortable
to sit in for hours on end. When I started veering off the straight and narrow – aka out of my lane – the lane departure warning would gently lead me back into place. And since it was frigid outside – Ontario and Michigan in January is anything but tropical – features like a remote starter, heated seats, a heated steering wheel and dual climate zone controls keep occupants toasty warm. Not to mention there was a generous amount of power being delivered from its 3.2L, Pentastar V6 engine, which is rated at 271 horsepower and 239 lb-ft of torque. It’s then linked to a 9-speed automatic trans-
mission. And with 4x4 capabilities, I was ready to brave the winter conditions, on bare roads or not. Luckily, it was a beautiful day, with few clouds in the sky and clear roads. Things were looking good. Then it happened. A sign. A sign to Canada nonetheless. Looks like we’d been routed
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Even a base SV trim level of Juke comes surprisingly well equipped with alloy wheels, keyless entry, air conditioning, 4-wheel disc brakes, stability control, steering wheel audio controls, heated side mirrors, a security system, Bluetooth and audio connectivity. The sweetest part of the package is the turbocharged (with intercooler) 1.6-litre direct injection, 16-valve engine. Power peeks at an impressively high 188 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque. While its fuel economy ratings are a super-frugal 7.3/6.1 L/100 km (city/highway), this engine does prefer pricier premium fuel. An optional all-wheel-drive (AWD) system comes with a torque-vectoring feature on the rear axle. Under normal driving conditions, it directs all drive power to the front wheels for best fuel economy. It can (automatically) vary drive up to an equal split between the front and rear axles. An I-Con display with a drive mode selector, which offers different throttle/transmission/steering response settings, comes with the higher SL trim level. This trim also includes fog lights, a power moonroof, push-button start and climate control air conditioning. A 6-speed manual transmission was standard with the front-drive models and the automatic is a CVT type.
If you’re looking for something a little out of the ordinary, then check out a Nissan Juke. It was described by Nissan as a sport cross-utility vehicle, when introduced for the 2011 model year. The Juke is not big The Juke is not big or pricey; it has (let’s say) distinctive stylor pricey; it has (let’s ing lines and it packs a hot little engine under hood that also provides excellent say) distinctive styling fuel economy. lines and it packs It is short in length yet tall in stature and a hot little engine has a wide stance with short front/rear body overhangs. The round headlights under hood that also were rally car-inspired and are topped by provides excellent distinctive “crocodile eye” light combifuel economy. nations. From a side view, the Juke has a two-door coupe look with “hidden” rear Bob McHugh door handles.
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fold-down 60/40-split bench that folds flat to provide an extended cargo floor. Juke’s centre console is a motorcycle-inspired design that has a high-gloss (colour-matched) painted finish. The design and slope of the roof at the back, however, does limit rear vision from a driver perspective. Juke carried-over into the 2012 model year virtually unchanged and had only minor alterations for 2013. The Navigation package includes a rear view monitor and a stereo upgrade (that was standard on Juke SL). The NHTSA overall crash test safety rating (front/side/rollover) for Juke was 4 out of 5 stars, with a 3 out of 5 stars in its frontal impact test. It received a coveted “recommended” buy rating from Consumer Reports and an overall “average” rating for reliability. Daring to be different, the Nissan Juke is a fun vehicle to drive and an interesting vehicle option for those bored with conformist compact sedans.
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The Hyundai names, logos, product names, feature names, images and slogans are trademarks owned by Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. †Finance offers available O.A.C. from Hyundai Financial Services based on a new 2013 Accent 5 Door GL 6-Speed Manual/ 2013 Elantra GL 6-Speed Manual/2014 Tucson 2.0L GL FWD MT/2014 Santa Fe 2.4L FWD with an annual finance rate of 0%/0%/1.9%1.9% for 72/84/96/96 months. Bi-weekly payments are $113/$111/$119/$139. $0/$0/$250/$1,500 down payment required. Cost of Borrowing is $0/$0/$1,811/$2,114. Finance offers include Delivery and Destination of $1,550/$1,550/$1,760/$1,760. Registration, insurance, PPSA, fees, levies, charges, license fees and all applicable taxes are excluded. Delivery and Destination charge includes freight, P.D.E., dealer admin fees and a full tank of gas. Financing example: 2014 Tucson 2.0L GL FWD MT for $23,259 at 1.9% per annum equals $119 bi-weekly for 96 months for a total obligation of $25,070. $250 down payment required. Cash price is $23,259. Cost of Borrowing is $1,811. Example price includes Delivery and Destination of $1,760. Registration, insurance, PPSA, fees, levies, charges, license fees and all applicable taxes are excluded. ♦Price of models shown: 2013 Accent 5 Door GLS 6-Speed Manual/2013 Elantra Limited/ 2014 Tucson 2.4L Limited AWD/2014 Santa Fe 2.0T Limited AWD are $19,249/$24,849/$35,359/$40,659. Prices include Delivery and Destination charges of $1,550/$1,550/ $1,760/$1,760. Registration, insurance, PPSA, fees, levies, charges, license fees and all applicable taxes are excluded. ΩPrice adjustments are calculated against the vehicle’s starting price. Price adjustments of up to $3,340/$4,540 available on 2013 Accent 5 Door L 6-Speed Manual/2013 Elantra L 6-Speed Manual (on cash purchases only). Price adjustments applied before taxes. Offer cannot be combined or used in conjunction with any other available offers. Offer is non-transferable and cannot be assigned. No vehicle trade-in required. †Ω♦Offers available for a limited time, and subject to change or cancellation without notice. See dealer for complete details. Dealer may sell for less. Inventory is limited, dealer order may be required. ††Hyundai’s Comprehensive Limited Warranty coverage covers most vehicle components against defects in workmanship under normal use and maintenance conditions.
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