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Cowichan makes a statement of local pride

Local RCMP headquarters headed out to Ford Road

Russian anti-gay law: Duncan ﬂying the ﬂag for gay rights in the wake of Sochi-related lobby

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orth Cowichan council is proceeding with steps to make a location near the Cowichan Commons the new site for a North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP detachment building. Council voted unanimously to move forward with the open field property on Ford Road. A public hearing will be required to change the zoning on a three-acre portion of the land to Public Use for the building, with the remaining two acres going to R1 Residential. “It’s not solving everyone’s issues,’’ said Councillor Jen Woike of the site selection. “But I think this is a good fit for our alternatives.’’ Two properties on Beverly Street were initially considered the frontrunners — one parcel created by the diking project at the edge of the Somenos Marsh and the other the existing School Board administration office area that will be relocating to another site. Environmental issues that created an outcry in the community and further exploration that determined the Beverly Street sites required many additional costs not known initially steered council toward Ford Road as the best choice, Woike indicated. “Once all the information’s out there, I think we all make good decisions,’’ she said. “A long process , but I believe a very positive outcome,’’ noted Councillor Andrew Leong Ruth Hartmann. more on page 24 Jim VanDeventer helped get the pride ﬂag ﬂying at Duncan City Hall for the duration of the Sochi Olympics and Paralympics.

he Sochi Olympics have created a global platform for the discussion of gay rights and at least two local government bodies wanted to add their voices. The City of Duncan has agreed to raise a pride flag at city hall for the duration of Sochi’s Olympic and Paralympic Games. The decision came following a request from city residents Roger Chin and Jim VanDeventer. “The terms equity and equality are sometimes used interchangeably, which can lead to confusion because while these concepts are related, there are also important distinctions between them,” they wrote. “Equity involves trying to understand and give people what they need to enjoy full, healthy lives. Equality, in contrast, aims to ensure that everyone gets the same things in order to enjoy full, healthy lives. Like equity, equality aims to promote fairness and justice, but it can only work if everyone starts from the same place and needs the same things. “Our neighbour provides therapy for children. One day last year a mother of a boy noticed us working in our garden. After learning that we are a gay couple, the mother withdrew her boy after many years of service. “Our neighbour was quite shocked by all of this but holds no grudge against us. On the contrary, she has a greater understanding of the hate we have to endure. “There will be concern that this will set a precedent for other groups. But we suggest that if there’s another group for which a country beats them up, imprisons them and executes them, or they’re bullied so much that they want to commit suicide, or they are outcast by their own parents, then that would set a very strict and rare criteria. “One quote from Elie Wiesel in his 1986 Nobel acceptance speech: ‘I swore never to be silent whenever and wherever human beings endure suffering and humiliation. more on page 24

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Surveillance equipment is continually being stolen from a Chemainus business. The video camera and its replacements located at the rear door of CRVTEK IT Consulting Co. have been stolen three times in two weeks. Two men are suspected in the thefts. “The business owner is getting frustrated,’’ reported North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP Cpl. Krista Hobday.

“Police are wondering if the men are trying to wear down the owner and break into the business once he is tired of replacing the cameras.’’ The first theft occurred Jan. 23 at 7 a.m., the second on Feb. 7 at 8:24 a.m. and the third two days later, Sunday, Feb. 9, at 6 a.m. Reviewing the film from the first two thefts, police noted the images of two males were captured. One

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is described as Caucasian with a bandana covering his nose and mouth. The third theft showed what appeared to be two young Caucasian males on two older motorbikes. Both males were wearing full motorcycle helmets and face shields. Anyone with information on these thefts is asked to contact the North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP at 250748-5522 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

CVRD looking at a 2014 budget hike of under one percent Holding it close: Regional district looking at one of its smallest increases ever

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he time to get your two cents in about shaping the future development of the University Village is Feb. 26, between 2 and 7 p.m. A public open house is being hosted by City of Duncan, Municipality of North Cowichan in preparation for creating a long-term plan for the Vancouver Island University/James Street/Beverly Street area which will be used to create a ‘blueprint’ to help guide future redevelopment. “We are excited to have received such great ideas from the public during the University Village local area planning process,” said Mayor Jon Lefebure in a media release. “The upcoming public open house will provide an opportunity to further discuss the plan with the community and ensure we are on the right track.” The ongoing process will create a local area plan, fleshing out the strategic policies identified in both jurisdictions’ official community Plans and the North Cowichan’s Climate Action and Energy Plan. Officials say the plan will establish a vision, goals, objectives, and policies for this area for the next 30 years. “The city is excited to partner with North Cowichan and work together with the commu-

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he Cowichan Valley Regional District is not expecting much of a backlash to this year’s proposed budget. The taxpayers are not usually up in arms over a budget increase that comes in at under 1%. As CVRD staffers are getting ready for further direction on the books from elected officials, they are calling for public input as well. “Frankly, we don’t often get a lot of responses, Andrew Leong/file Approximately 200 people joined hands along Beverly Street at the Wild Wings Festival’s Arms Around the Marsh on Oct. but I think people wouldn’t be too upset about 19. The future of the neighbourhood from the southern border of the marsh to the Island Savings Centre — now being this year’s small increase,” general manager for corporate services Mark Kueber said. called University Village — is up for discussion during a Feb. 26 open house. Kueber reported they’re looking at an overall nity on the University Village Local Area Plan received to date on the project can be found on 0.9% increase, in this year’s $10-million budget. “It’s one of the smallest increases proposed that will guide the future of this key area,” said North Cowichan’s website under University we’ve ever had,” he said. Duncan mayor Phil Kent. Village Plan. The CVRD’s 2014 general budget is available In conjunction, the Trans-Canada Highway Funding for this project has been provided by (between Beverly Street and Boys Road) is the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastruc- for viewing at cvrd.bc.ca, broken down into separate documents for those interested in keeping also being studied to determine how it can be ture (MOTI), BC Hydro, the City of Duncan tabs and offering feedback. improved with safety and aesthetic options and the Municipality of North Cowichan. The budget review consists of 130 services, each in mind. Further information, including a The open house takes place in the gym at with a separate budget. Any service with funds baseline report for the area, and all comments Alexander School at 2741 Beverly Street. remaining at year’s end sees the money carried forward to next year’s budget. Services that might stand out to Cowichan Valley’s citizens could include the 0.69% increase totaling $193,771 for the Ladysmith Transit Park Place Seniors Living is based in West VanIt’s not known what the new owners’ plans service that was shifted this year to the CVRD’s couver and has 17 family-owned and operated are for the employees being dispatched. books. care homes, assisted living complexes and retire“Both the current owner and Park Place Another large chunk of cash has been set aside ment residences throughout B.C. and Alberta, Seniors Living confirm that Sunridge will confor Emergency 911 infrastructure ($100,000) as including Cerwydden Care Centre in Duncan. tinue to operate and provide excellent care for well as Solid Waste Management ($175,000). Park Place became the new operator of the residents,’’ stated Park Place senior vice-presi“Another issue that often comes up is regional Campbell River New Horizon Community dent of operations Ian West in a press release. grants in aid,” Kueber said. “That seems to give of Care facility at the end of December and “Over the coming weeks, Park Place will be people a certain amount of concern.” promptly issued layoff notices to 120 health meeting and communicating with residents, Currently there’s $21,625 set aside to support workers. families, staff and their union to introduce the local groups and organizations. The same thing just transpired at Sunridge, company and ensure a smooth transition.’’ Individuals wishing to provide input can conwith the pending takeover by Park Place and West added Park Place Seniors Living tact CVRD budget coordinator Steve Hurcombe layoff notices issued by Jones to 264 employees ensures all its care homes have Accredited at shurcombe@cvrd.bc.ca Monday. Canada designation.

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“I spent my first term as a director MacGregor, Morrison and learning the craft and I was rewarded in 2011 when I was selected Abbott: Constituency asas a director for another term,” sistant, CVRD rep, cheese- Morrison said Monday. know I can take what I hear maker chase federal NDP —“You whether that’s in, say, the grocery nomination store or the line-up at the bank — and try to be as reflective as I can of Ashley Degraaf the community’s wants,” he said. News Leader Pictorial But when it comes to the federal position he’s seeking, “ultimately, t hasn’t taken long for a this election is about restoring the trio of potential successors office of authority,” he said. to Jean Crowder to step Other issues he will be running forward. on include fisheries, health care, Like Crowder, each is and daycare. from the Cowichan area. And, like Morrison wasn’t the only one to Crowder, one comes from the ranks toss his hat into the ring. Crowder’s of Cowichan local constituency assistant government. Alistair MacGregor also Ian Morrison, remade the same move this gional district director weekend. for Cowichan Lake “Jean has been a very South since 2008, inspiring person to work for, has announced his and I plan on continuing the intentions to seek the strong tradition of excellent NDP nomination in community representation the new federal riding Ian Morrison: she has personified if I am of Cowichan-Malahat- steps forward elected,” said MacGregor in Langford. a media release. “Understanding the MacGregor has worked in issues and relationships between the federal constituency office since federal, provincial and local govern- 2007. ments has helped make me an effecHe plans on using the experitive community servant,” he said in ence gained from this position as a media release. a central part of his nomination “I believe these relationships crecampaign. ated value for our communities and “I’ve worked with hundreds of shows the spirit of co-operation can individuals and many different prevail over the politics of division.” community groups to help solve Morrison — who acted as NDP local issues and complex federal MLA Bill Routley’s campaign problems over the years, and I’ve manager in the last provincial elecwitnessed first-hand how governtion —said his decision to throw ment policies affect people,” said his name in wasn’t spur of the moMacGregor. ment. He’s been chewing on it since The 24-year Cowichan Valley the last federal election. His experi- resident has served on the board of ence as an area director reaffirmed the Cowichan Green Community the push to the next level. for two years.

The third name is Cowichan Bay’s most noted cheesemaker Hilary Abbott, who announced Tuesday he will seek the NDP nomination in the new Cowichan-Malahat-Langford federal riding. Abbott, 55, said he believes his entrepreneurial skills, work ethic and community-minded involvement Alistair MacGregor: have prepared him to serve in ﬁrst to declare Ottawa. “Our riding has been admirably served by Jean Crowder since 2004. With Jean’s decision not to run in the 2015 election — the time seems right to ensure the proud tradition of the NDP in Ottawa continues,” he said. “I am confident that the Orange Wave that swept Canada during the last election will continue. Canadians are tired of the current Harper Conservative government and sceptical of the Liberals.” Abbott, who sold his Cowichan Bay storefront last year, lives with his wife Patty on their working farm in Cowichan Bay where Hilary continues to make artisan cheese. Crowder has announced her intention Hilary Abbott: to step aside at conﬁdent the end of this term. The next federal election is scheduled for 2015. A decision on who’s chosen to run on behalf of the NDP is expected this coming June.

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owichan BC Liberal president Steve Housser’s a fan of the Liberal government’s three Bs. “I like the three Bs, balanced boring budget,” Housser said Wednesday, after Finance Minister Mike de Jong unveiled B.C.’s second straight surplus budget Tuesday. “I don’t know that it has to be filled with fireworks. They’re doing what they said they would do.” He was particularly pleased with the framework for the LNG pipeline and remains “hopeful that it’s going to produce lots of extra room for movement.” On the other hand, Cowichan’s official opposition representative, NDP MLA Bill Routley, says the 2014 books are nothing but boring. “This Liberal budget puts B.C. families last,” Routley said Thurs-

Steve Housser and Bill Routley are on opposite ends of the provincial budget debate, just as they were during last year’s election campaign. day. “This is a budget that forces families to pay more and get less. It makes life for British Columbians less affordable due to what I would call hidden tax hikes to ordinary families and these added costs will hit hard seniors and those who can least afford service increases.” Routley listed increases to BC Hydro rates, MSP, and ICBC. An NDP power point presentation highlighted broken promises, including no mention of ViolenceFree B.C., or the 10-Year Transportation Plan, as well as no new resources for the 10-Year Skills Training Plan. Routley stands behind that official response. “They’ve put all of their eggs in the LNG basket, and they’re even messing that up,” said New Democrat finance critic Mike Farnworth.

“They failed to meet their own timeline on delivering a taxation framework, their promise to have a plant up and running by 2015 is broken, and their fantasy prosperity fund is nowhere to be seen.” The biggest tax change is that provincial tobacco tax goes up 32 cents a pack April 1, on top of the latest federal increase of 40 cents a pack. Provincial funding for K-12 education continues at 2013 levels, as the government pursues an appeal of a court decision that could add hundreds of millions to school district costs. The budget includes a $300 million contingency fund this year, rising to $400 million next year, to cover anticipated costs in labour and other areas such as forest fires. — with files from Tom Fletcher

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ook, nothwithstanding human rights issues, there is generally nothing wrong with the concept of a business hiring and firing the people it wants and paying them rates fairly agreed upon by both parties. But there are times when the concept can be stretched to the point of ridiculousness, to the point where it actually starts hurting communities. Of course we are talking about the termination notices handed to the staff of Sunridge Place Monday — the second such mass termination at the seQuality of niors care facility in less than five years. Some will tell you the furor is overcare comprostated, that this is merely a paper situmised by foration caused by a corporate sale, that most, or all of the staff will probably profit focus be rehired. But we aren’t talking about a business here that makes paper clips or raspberry smoothies. Sunridge and facilities like it are in the business of providing care to the most vulnerable of our citizens — our seniors. It can’t be good for those seniors to be cared for in a climate where the people charged with their care head into work in the morning knowing that the hammer can drop on their income at any moment. That climate has to affect job performance, no matter how professional the employees may be. And the entire situation must weigh on the residents. Given the cavalier, disposable way the staff seems to be regarded, we also have to question the value given to other elements of the care package. It comes down to the question of for-profit care, and the B.C. government’s decision to download this element of health care. It might be better for B.C.’s budget. But is it in the best interests of our seniors?

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It’s great to see the effort being put in at our local schools to make respecting our differences a key tenet of the education experience. It is also great to see that effort being complemented elsewhere in the community through efforts like raising the Pride ﬂag and ongoing racism workshops. Societal changes may happen slowly, but they are happening.

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here are at least two reasons why it is not too early to begin speculating what our local elections might look like in November. First, while November seems to be a long time away, the election date will creep up on us very quickly and any candidate serious about winning in the polls had better be doing some serious thinking now. Second, and much more importantly, Jean Crowder’s decision not to seek re-election as Member of Parliament has stirred things up more than a little. There are three local politicians who are now seriously considering a run to win the seat — two are federal Conservatives and the third is a New Democrat. First the New Democrat — Ian Morrison — currently the CVRD director for

Cowichan Lake South/Skutz Falls. Morrison has been telling supporters since last December that he intends to run again as the CVRD director. At that time it was understood he was angling to take over as the NDP candidate to replace Bill Routley as MLA for Cowichan Valley in the provincial election scheduled for May 2017. Morrison had been Routley’s campaign manager in the last provincial election. Crowder’s constituency assistant Alistair MacGregor has already announced he will be seeking the NDP nomination to replace her but Morrison is known to be beating the bushes behind the scene to see if he can garner enough support to make a nomination run worthwhile. The race got more crowded this week with the announcement that Hilary Abbott, son of prominent federal Liberal Tony Abbott, would be seeking the NDP nomination. If Morrison does win the nomination

Pink Shirt Day is all well and good, but we have to question how effective it — and other, similar efforts — are when we see evidence of ignorance and discrimination every single day. Clothing and ﬂags might make the people ﬂying them feel good, but we can’t help but wonder if stronger statements are needed — in terms of better laws and the enforcement of them. You speaking up wouldn’t hurt either.

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contest, which will likely take place this year, would he also run for re-election as a CVRD director? Meanwhile, North Cowichan councillor John Koury has made no secret of his intention to seek the mayor’s office in November’s local elections, but that is also now up in the air. Changes recently announced in the federal boundaries for the area covering the Cowichan Valley seem to be favouring the election of a Conservative. Koury is currently president of the federal constituency association and is said to be seriously considering a run to become an MP, another ambition he has held for years. Then there is Dr. Martin Barker, currently a City of Duncan councillor. He is also a federal Conservative and lost a competition with Koury several years ago to be named the Conservative federal candidate.

Barker is vice-president of the Conservative constituency association. He is serious about getting the nomination himself this time around. If he wins the nomination, will he seek another term on council? That’s an open question. Swinging north to Ladysmith, Mayor Rob Hutchins is undecided about running again but he has no federal plans. Also the chair of the CVRD, Hutchins says he will make up his mind in time for other potential candidates for mayor to run good campaigns. This is not the end of the story. Stay tuned for further developments. Patrick Hrushowy is a Cowichan writer and political consultant. Email him at phrushowy@shaw.ca

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Is there anything about the Sochi Olympics that has really caught your attention? What’s caught my attention is the joy the competition and meeting of countries and athletes has not been overshadowed by the political and security issues.

Ron Nunweiler, Duncan

I haven’t been watching much of the Olympics, but what I’ve been hearing is the men’s and women’s hockey teams are looking great and are quite strong.

Brent Tyerman, Duncan

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

Liberals play politics ﬁrst, work second

Editorial sleight-of-hand distracts from the real pollution problem

Dear editor Your editorial on burning in the Feb. 5 issue was like the magician’s trick of misdirection — trying to get us to look elsewhere so we don’t see what’s really going on. Are we really supposed to believe that the some people heating their houses in the winter or burning waste a couple of weeks a year are the big pollution culprits? I want everyone to go outside and look towards Crofton and you will see huge plumes of smoke billowing from the mill 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Then go to the Trans-Canada Highway running through Duncan and see the thousands of cars a day non-stop. How tricky of the magician writer of this article to try and get us to not look at these huge polluters but to try to get us to blame the problem on the house heaters and yard cleaners. If we believe that, I guess we’ll believe anything. Barry Dixon Duncan

Valley burning continues to create respiratory problems for residents

Dear editor Recently there was an acrid haze of smoke across the highway as you drove by Valleyview shopping centre in Cobble Hill. The second day it was far worse and my lungs were burning. I am not positive where the smoke was coming from but it could be a large farm clearing land by burning. As a person with asthma, I wish this would stop as it definitely affects my breathing. I know it affects many people who have breathing issues. Shari Parsons comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com

Let’s keep trafﬁc offences in perspective please

Dear editor Your Feb. 5 story on the police cracking down on cellphone use while driving led to talk of charges of drugs, weapons and other illegal activities found? Am I missing something? I agree drivers shouldn’t be texting, emailing, or talking on hand-held devices, but to say the police can go to a person’s house based on what someone might have seen and then be subjected to a police search? I think that society may want to remember

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In my opinion: Priorities misplaced

Diana Hutton

Gnome-thing to see here! While working a weekend shift in Lake Cowichan, Const. Ian Wetzel-Eden of the North Cowichan RCMP responded to the Cowichan Lake Branch of Vancouver Island Regional Library after four lawn ornaments mysteriously showed up outside the branch overnight Feb.14-15. If these treasures are missing from your yard, call the Lake Cowichan detachment at 250-749-6668. Our local force will be “garden” them until they can be reunited with their rightful owner. what police states can do. Fifty-five million ties provided to those living in the Cowichan people died in the Second World War because Valley on B.C.’s first Family Day. There is no of police states. Millions died defending our need to repeat my entire commentary regardfreedom and rights. I am not condoning dising the matter, except my last sentence: “Try tracted driving, but never do I want the state to impress us North Cowichan; you have 363 and police to have too much power; the result days left to plan for next year.” can be catastrophic. Not all cell phone users Well during those 363 days something hapare drug dealers. Let’s not lose perspective on pened; all I have to say is “wow!” Awesome traffic offenses. job on impressing, as my family and I had a Mike Anderson great time in the gym at Island Savings Centre Cowichan and the pool. It was really nice to see so many Cowichanites using the facilities. I am aware came at a cost, but you can’t put a cost Environment ofﬁcials continue to miss this on all of the smiling faces young and old who were using the facilities. the obvious Once again I’m very pleased and proud of Dear editor all who were involved (provincial and municiRe: the variance allowing 40,000 tonnes pal governments and C.U.P.E.) in making this of contaminated soil to be dumped near Family Day happen. A big congratulation to Shawnigan Lake. What is wrong with this all the can-dos who made this happen; you all province, this Environment Ministry, this know who you are — thank you! Environmental Appeals Board? Daniel Mayer Why dump contaminated soil anywhere Duncan near this watershed? Why take the risk? Louise Dickson comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com

What if it was your drinking water?

Dear editor Re: the Shawnigan Lake soil dumping.They don’t care about any risk because they don’t live in Shawnigan Lake. How would Victoria like it if they had to drink contaminated water? Catherine Whittome comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com

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There are no real holidays anymore

Dear editor For many, if not most, Family Day is not a holiday. If you work for the feds you had to work. All the businesses, malls, garbage collection etc. were open except banks and provincial liquor stores. Sure people get paid extra for working that day (unless you are a federal employee) but actually having the day off would be nice too. There are no real holidays anymore, so to speak, like there were when I was growing up. I remember when stores were closed Sundays. God, I feel old. Dan G. Rawlings comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com

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f you were given 200 days to make life better for B.C. families, what would you do first? Maybe you would start by looking at ways to reduce child poverty. Or maybe you would start to address the growing affordability challenges. Regardless, chances are you would show up to work, roll up your sleeves, and get started. That’s not how the B.C. Liberals see it. This year, Family Day marked 200 days since the B.C. legislature last met. That’s 200 days since the B.C. Liberal government showed up to work. And in those 200 days, the challenges have only grown. Since the legislature last met, the Liberals have continued to mismanage key files and make life less affordable. Today, we are paying more, and getting less. Unfortunately, the B.C. Liberals would rather play political games than sit down at the table. The first thing the premier did after the election was give huge raises to political staffers. The next thing was give plum appointments to failed Liberal candidates. Then, they cancelled the fall sitting of the legislature, proving they are willing to delay action on serious issues facing B.C. families when they feel it could help them politically. Today, they are busy trying to explain a court ruling that showed they tried to provoke a strike and shut down B.C. schools – all because they thought they could get some political mileage from the chaos it would create for families across the province. Since the May election, the B.C. Liberals have made their priorities clear: their political interest comes first, and B.C. families come last. In those same 200 days since the legislature last got to work, life has become less affordable, while services that families depend on have declined. Medical Services Plan premiums climbed while the Liberal government cut planned spending to health authorities, ignoring our overcrowded hospitals. Ferry fares have been increased, and will jump again in April, while the Liberal government announced cuts to ferry services up and down the coast. And in the fall, the Liberals announced a hike to hydro rates that will add $300 to the average family’s annual costs — all while allowing the hidden debt at B.C. Hydro to climb. Meanwhile, the Liberal government has failed to manage our economy, and we are seeing the effects. In the past 200 days, the debt has increased by $2.5 billion — rising faster than under any other premier in B.C.’s history — and we are ninth in the country in privatesector job growth. In fact, B.C. has lost more than 21,000 full-time jobs in the past 200 days. In other parts of the country, legislatures have been hard at work. Last year, while B.C.’s legislature sat for just 36 days, every other province’s legislature sat longer — Alberta for 49, Manitoba for 103, Ontario’s 100, and Quebec’s for 84. Even PEI’s legislature sat for four more days than B.C., which represents more than 30 times more people. The New Democrats are anxious to get back to work, and when we do we’ll be fighting for a province where people come first, not politics. John Horgan is the New Democrat house leader.

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1956: produce

by Ann Andersen

Friday, February 21, 2014

Duncan’s T. Kilpatrick and N. Strandberg were among the managers and senior clerks of Overwaitea Limited stores who met in Duncan for an instructional course in merchandizing fresh fruits and vegetables.

1956: construction

North Cowichan Reeve C. A. P. Murison was opposed to public ownership of the planned new community centre. However, Duncan Mayor Jack Dobson thought recreational facilities should be operated for the community, by the community.

A Royal Bank concrete building was under construction at the corner of Trunk and St. Julian. At the corner of Ypres and Trunk, Brownsey and Sons were building Hirst’s Funeral Chapel at a cost of $18,000, not including plumbing, electrical, painting and heating.

Creamery dedicated to the cow in Cowichan Dateline 1956: Diamond anniversary downtown Ann Andersen

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t least one devastating fire at its plant on the corner of Coronation Avenue and Duncan Street had rocked the Cowichan Creamery Association before its 60th birthday. That fire was in 1946 when passers-by three days later could still hear cans popping from the heat. But in February 1956, members and guests radiated pride and contentment during the group’s diamond anniversary annual general meeting. Among the well-wishers was 90-year-old Jim Campbell, one of the original shareholders of the creamery. Also on hand were Robert Strachan, MLA Cowichan-Newcastle; William McGillvray, deputy minister of agriculture; Loyd Noble, secretary of the cooperative movement of BC; Maj-Gen. C. A. P Murison, reeve of North Cowichan; and Duncan’s mayor Jack Dobson. “May your association go from strength to strength and, above all, keep the “Cow” in Cowichan,” said Murison. “…if the turnover of the creamery was known to the people, they would…realize what a potent force farming is,” said Dobson. Manager Hamish Mutter assessed the association’s assets at $95,939 and warned of future changes. Increased demand for milk in paper cartons only supplied by dairies outside the district threatened the valley’s smaller producers.

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Bully-busting means thinking pink and talking tactics at Chemainus High In the pink: peer pressure putting attackers on the defensive in mural town high school halls Peter W. Rusland

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ully-busting happens Feb. 24 to 27 at Chemainus Secondary School. The school’s small student population — about 320 kids — would likely out louts bent on roughing up a smaller pupils, or even attacking them on social media. Still, student leaders and teachers aims to give kids tools to deal with cowardly behaviour wherever it happens, and without violence. Wearing anti-bully pink on Compassion Day has been part of Grade 12er Emily Adams’ life for five years. Now she’s a member of the district student advisory council organizing the week’s multi-cultural day, random acts of kindness day, Pink Day, rainbow day. It’s all part of the push back against bullies. “I think it’s having an effect, not because of Pink Day, but because people are more aware of what bullying does,” she said. “These activities teach kids to stand up to other people and for themselves.” WITH R Bullying mayObeUburied. “It may be cyber bullying,” said Adams, SPRING CLEANING 17, who believed bullying is real at Chemainus Secondary. So Pink Day offers tips on bully-busting such as “what to do while it’s happening, to stop it from happening again.” Tactics include telling kids to find other +HST friends, or just ignoring that offending person, Adams said. Bullies includes: need to be aware of their consePrice

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been bullied in some form. The idea is showing it’s not cool to be a bully, or to be bullied. “It’s OK to talk about it, or intervene to get help. “The first thing could be insulting you, or pushing you in the hallway,” said Parry. “People should get help, or talk to the person trying to bully them.” Bullies may have been past victims, or faced abuse, and that’s the only way they know how to act.” “It’s easier to be a bully than be bullied.” Parry said pink programs are working as shown by what she believed are declining bullying rates. “Programs like this bring awareness that it should be stopped.”

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The website and smartphone app Ask.fm is a socialnetworking site where people can ask other users questions. It’s extremely popular with pre-teens and teens, but recently it has become well-known for facilitating cyber-bullying instead. It has been referenced in several suicide cases around the world as part of the bullying the victim experienced that led to their suicide. The biggest issue with Ask.fm is that questions can be submitted anonymously, and content is not monitored, so abuse of the service can be rampant with no repercussions to the user. Even if someone is blocked, that person can still view profiles and see other interactions, and privacy settings cannot be increased as they can on Facebook and Twitter. According to RCMP Const. Tad Milmine, the Latvia-based website also sends daily spam with messages suggesting users kill themselves and calling them ugly, among others, with no name attached. Parents are urged to monitor all social media accounts and talk to their children about their online activities in an effort to prevent cyberbullying, and remember that the terms of service of Facebook, Twitter and Ask.fm require users to be at least 13.

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Prepare yourself for bullies with karate Lake Cowichan: free session focuses on empowering kids to deal with louts Ashley Degraaf

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earning to fight. Fending off bullies. Only one of those scenarios is instrumental in the practice of martial arts. And it’s not the one you might

think. A big part of mastering a martial art like karate is being able to defend against bullies, says Duncan’s Canada’s Best Karate instructor Jordan Giebel. Working with bullies comes up in his instruction quite often. “It comes out regularly,” he said. “It’s about showing your confidence, as well as respect towards others. We will see students who start and are a little more afraid and timid and we watch them build their confidence.” Not only is karate about practicing defensive skills, but it focuses on strengthening life skills such as self-esteem and confidence as well as humility, personal responsibility and potential. “It’s really for anyone interested in learning ways to help prevent certain scenarios,” said Giebel. Involved with martial arts for about 14 years, Giebel has sat in on many confidence workshops as well as running classes himself in Duncan and Victoria. It will be his first time teaching a bully-proofing workshop in Lake Cowichan Feb. 22. Giebel also just started teaching karate classes for Cowichan Lake Recreation this January, which will run until March 7. And he’s seen a lot of interest in the community. “We’re going to see however many kids we can get,” he said of the free workshop geared

towards children ages 5 to 12. “I just started doing a program outside the rec centre (Centennial Hall) and I figured why not? There was a lot of interest.” The workshop will cover a little bit of everything, including a chat first about what bullies are, and possible ways of dealing with them. “The workshop will be one hour long, and first we will be talking about what a bully is and what the kids think they should do in situations. “I’d like to see what ideas they can come up with first.” Then the group will learn about body language, practice different scenarios and defensive techniques. “And we will make it a fun karate class with a little bit of instruction and exercises at the end,” Giebel said. Tanya Kaul, who is assisting with programming at CLR, added they are thrilled to be hosting the free anti-bullying workshop at the Cowichan Lake arena on Feb 22. “Jordan will teach students how to bully proof themselves without getting physical. You don’t want to miss it!” Giebel invites anyone wanting to learn about bullying prevention to swing by. The workshop takes place in the multipurpose room at the Cowichan Lake Sports Arena starting at 2 p.m. “Our karate classes have been very popular thanks to Jordan. It’s great to see karate thriving in our community once again. We currently have 20 students registered in the beginner class,” said Kaul. “His next class will run from May 23 to June 6 and will be advertised in our Spring Playbook, which will be out mid-March.” Parents can register by calling 250-749-6742 after the Playbook is released.

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Campbell River pianist wins Consort Concerto Solo competition

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Write down the name Carter Johnson, classical music fans. The Campbell River pianist has won the 2014 Cowichan Consort Concerto competition. Concerto competition chairwoman Jean Moore said Carter earned the honour by playing the Schumann Piano Concerto in A Minor (ﬁrst

movement), during the competition, held recently in a piano studio in Maple Bay. Carter will now perform the full concerto on May 10 with the Consort Orchestra. The annual Concerto competition has featured young Vancouver Island musicians since 1994, when the ﬁrst winner, pianist Jennifer Harvey,

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played the Schumann concerto as well. Johnson, 17, teaches piano to beginner and intermediate students and is also involved in volunteer work at his church and community. “All contestants were of a very high standard and the judges were delighted with the competition this year,” Moore said in a media release.

Fiddling while the Bunch burns Fiddler on the Roof: Latest Brentwood opus tailor-made for the talents of Laturnus Don BOdger

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hen Director of Arts Edna Widenmaier thought about staging Fiddler on the Roof at Brentwood College, she knew it couldn’t be done without the right person to play the lead role of Tevye. “We choose our shows to showcase our kids — not the other way around,’’ said Widenmaier. From all the talented performing arts students at the school who are extraordinary singers and dancers, she knew one of the most famous musicals in the world could be done because a vision of Tevye appeared before her. “Liam happens to be the guy,’’ said Widenmaier. Liam Laturnus, 17, a Grade 12 student kind of knew it, too. “Everyone always said, ‘you’d make a great Tevye,’’ said Laturnus. And so Widenmaier started putting the show together in September, knowing that her leading man was set. Rehearsals have intensified since the Christmas break toward the opening Andrew Leong of another classic Brentwood producDane Broere, Rickus Senekal, and Trenton Gagnon toss William Kenny in the air during a tion Tuesday. Jewish traditional wedding dance in a scene from Fiddler on the Roof. “Everything is going very, very well,’’

St. Mike’s takes you from from Paganini to Piazzolla

Time is running out and your last chance to check out the February display at Duncan’s Imagine That! Until Feb. 28, the downtown artist’s co-operative features textile artist Lesley Comassar, painter Antoinette Hérivel and multi-media artist Sally Mann. Mann is described in a media release as “whimsical” and someone who is likely to make people smile, as with the piece at right. I’ve always been interested in form and structure which is why I like to build things,” she said. “As with my recent mermaid and elephant sculptures, I’ve learned through trial and error that having a strong underlying structure is the most important part of the process.” Comassar embellishes her work with buttons, beads and ribbons and loves to simplify. “Joy, calm, despair — every day of our lives is charged with these emotions,” she said. “I distill these everyday feelings to their most basic elements and present the central images in my art in vibrant colors and geometric shapes. My art is meant to depict the extraordinary in the ordinary and to show our common experiences in uncommon ways.” Hérivel, meanwhile, considers herself to be a narrative painter, exploring balance and connection between past and present, memory, observation and imagination. “I like the contrast of working in traditional painting styles, and experimental serendipitous drawings and painting from memory and imagination.” The 251 Craig St. outlet is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 250-748-6776 for more information.

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Saint-Saëns, Piazzolla, Coulthard, and Rebay,” event promo material states. The show starts at 2 p.m. at St. Michael’s and All Angels church in downtown Chemainus., with the usual artists meet-and-greet to follow. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. They are available at the usual outlets, or by calling 250-748-8383.

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traditions, he and the other villagers would find their lives ‘as shaky as a fiddler on the roof.’’’ Laturnus has seen the movie a couple of times. “This one really suited my personality,’’ he said. “To really dive into the character, it was doable.’’ Laturnus is also the captain of musical theatre this year and said he always needs to keep the ‘newbies’ in mind and provide guidance from his experience. “Along with that, I have to focus on myself,’’ he said. “It is a great character to play. I loved learning the lines just to become the character.’’ His Tevye accent is noticeable to students around campus. Kira Carroll, 18, a Grade 12 student, plays the role of Golda, Tevye’s wife. “It’s the first time I’ve ever done something of her age,’’ said Carroll, who also appeared in recent In The Heights and Phantom of the Opera productions. Musical theatre is becoming old hat for her. “I’ve been doing it for a very long time, ever since I was a little girl,’’ Carroll said. more on page 24

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trings played with the fire of some of the top composers of the 19th and 20th centuries take centre stage in Chemainus this weekend. The Latin fire of Italian composer Niccolò Paganini and Argentine composer Ástor Piazzolla bookend a century of music being showcased by the nimble fingers of violinist Tatiana Kostour and guitarist Douglas Hensley (right) Sunday. The Iskra violin and guitar duo headline the February installment of the St. Michael’s Presents classical concert series. “(They) will perform “a selection of works from the early 19th through the late 20th centuries, including duos by Paganini, Satie,

said Widenmaier. “I refer to this show as a musical drama because the style is so very important to it.’’ The setting in Czarist Russia makes it a challenge to recreate in many ways. “You’re taking modern students and casting them back to a 1905 village,’’ said Widenmaier. “There’s a lot of learning of what it was like in those villages. This has been a big learning curve for the students.’’ As much as Tevye’s character is important to the show, the full cast of 49 — including 13 principals — requires an abundance of talent that Brentwood’s arts program manages to provide to pull it off. “It’s always been on my radar because of the story and the music is so well-known,’’ said Widenmaier. “Fiddler on the Roof is a powerful statement about the evils of prejudice and the importance of maintaining a warm, caring communal and family life in the midst of severe oppression,’’ reads a media information sheet from Brentwood on the performance. “Although the story of Tevye the milkman and his family is specifically concerned with the lives of impoverished Jews in Czarist Russia in 1905, it is built around universal themes which all audiences can understand. “As Tevye tells us, ‘Without their

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Inside The dash is wide and flat with easy to see, and use, radio and heat controls, but the look is fresh and contemporary. The seats now sit lower in the car to make room for the slightly lower roofline, but I found getting in and out no problem. The seats provide excellent support and comfort. The back seat has a lot more legroom because the wheelbase of this new model has been stretched by 10 cms. The car is also slightly wider, making hip room impressive. Overall the cabin is large and airy and nicely put together, considering the price. Since the S, LE or Eco models will be the sales leaders, Toyota has kitted all three out with a 6.1-inch touchscreen radio that includes Bluetooth streaming audio, phone connectivity and a backup camera. Faux leather seats are available on the S and LE but not the Eco. The good news is that all models come with heated front seats.

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BUMSTEAD, Mary Louise (nee Robertson) May 21, 1930 â€“ February 17, 2014 It is with sadness we announce that Mom passed away peacefully into the presence of her Lord, on Monday evening after a long struggle with dementia. Predeceased by her son Bruce, husband Jim, brother Ross, and sister Elsie. Survived by her daughter Linda, son Norm (Lynette) and grandchildren Daniel, Owen, Emily, & Marnina. Survived also by her brother Al Robertson,(Jeanette) and sister Lila Melnick. Mom was born in Duncan, raised in Ladysmith and Lake Cowichan and spent all her married life in Chemainus. After graduating from Lake Cowichan High School, mom trained as a Nurse at Royal Jubilee Hospital and worked first in Ladysmith, then in Chemainus Hospital for many years. She spent time playing the organ at church on Sundays and was involved with dad at Camp Imadene, and supported Coastal Missions for many years. They enjoyed holidays in Hawaii, & camping with friends. Mom was a devoted grandmother spending many hour sewing clothes and preparing meals for her family, immediate and extended. A gracious host to everyone who entered her home. Our thanks to Chemainus Health Care Center Nurses, aids and staff for their compassion and care. Thanks also to the staff at Dove Hill House who were always so accommodating during momâ€™s stay there. Memorial is being held Saturday February 22nd at 2:00 pm. At Brae Rd Gospel Chapel, Duncan, BC SANDS of DUNCAN 250-746-5212

STAFFORD, Colin Ernest Feb 20, 1946 - Feb 1, 2014 On February 1st Colin lost his battle with lymphoma. Predeceased by his father, Ernie Stafford, sister, Elane Faught and niece Keeley Faught. Survived by his mother, Betty Stafford, wife Judy Riggs. Sons Evan (Kassandra), and Brys Stafford, grandson Emrys Stafford and Judyâ€™s sons Mathew and Michael Riggs. Left also to grieve are his brother Richard (Krista), sisters Ellenor (Phil) and Barbara, sister in law Sharon (John), brother in law Ray and many nieces and nephews. Colin was born in Coleraine, North Ireland. He moved with his parents and sisters to Los Angeles at the age of 8, then to Duncan with the family at age 15, attending Quamichan and Cowichan High Schools. Then on to BCIT and UBC for his bachelor of Science degree and Queens University in Belfast, Northern Ireland for his masters of science. Settling in Victoria, Colin enjoyed life to the full. He was involved with scouts, loved to travel, and enjoyed sports. His job with the BC government in Health systems he was well respected and valued. Colin became ill at his new retirement home in Arizona. His life ended much to early, he will be missed. Celebration of life at a later. date. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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Sealed Tenders (in response to the detailed Tender package) must be received by mail or delivery, no later than: DATE Monday, March 3, 2014 TIME 2:00 p.m. PLACE CVRD, 175 Ingram Street, Duncan, BC V9L 1N8 Attention: Kathleen Harrison, Deputy Corporate Secretary FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

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HELP WANTED LEGALS NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Notice is Hereby Given that Creditors and others, having claims against the Estate of PATSY ANN IRVING aka PATSY IRVING and PATSY A IRVING, formerly of 8033 Arthur Street, Crofton, BC V0R 1R0 Deceased are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned Executor, c/o Hicks & Company, 24 - 2730 Mill Bay Road, PO Box 83, Mill Bay, BC V0R 2P0 on or before March 31, 2014, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received. Alex Spezowka and Patricia Spezowka, Executor.

LOST AND FOUND LOST BLACK Wallet with important documents, critical to have returned. If found please contact Anton at (250)7488866 please leave message. LOST: on Feb. 6, at Great Clips. A set of hearing aids in a grey case. Return to Connect Hearing or phone 250746-7291.

DUNCAN TAXI Ltd. hiring permanent P/T night dispatcher. Please fax resume to 250-7464987. NO DROP INS PLEASE

FAST PACED OPTOMETRY & AUDIOLOGY OFFICE requires a new team member. Successful applicant must be a quick learner, cheerful, motivated and capable of multi-tasking. If you have excellent customer service and computer skills, are upbeat, and looking for a career in vision and hearing care apply in person with resume and references to #105-9844 Croft Street, Chemainus. HAIRSTYLIST WANTED. Full time/Part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Duncan locations. Guaranteed $12 per hour, 25% profit sharing, paid overtime, benefits, paid birthday, vacation pay, annual advanced training and advancement opportunities. For an interview call 866-472-4339.

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TRADES, TECHNICAL DUNCAN TAXI Ltd is hiring F/T night and F/T day drivers. Must have Class 4. Fax resumes to 250-746-4987. NO DROP INS PLEASE. FAMILY OWNED business seeking a Full-Time Plumber/ Gas Fitter journey person to join our Duncan team. Candidate must have a valid BC driver’s license and clean driving abstract; B gas ticket; and red seal plumber ticket. Must be bondable. Residential experience is required. We offer competitive wages, company benefits and vehicle, Qualified Journey persons can email ldheat@shaw.ca or fax resume to (250) 245-8016.

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SEASONED firewood, 1 cord split & delivered. $200/cord. 250-701-1964. Seasoned Fir & mixed, cut to order. Split or Rounds 250746-0995

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

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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Rowing weather extreme

Drummer Gary Craig and bassist John Dymond back up Blackie and the Rodeo Kings frontmen Colin Linden, Stephen Fearing and Tom Wilson as the perform in a dining room setting, for 500 fans, during their South Tour at the Cowichan Theatre on Feb. 12.

Flat water: Conditions at Shawnigan better than appearances Don Bodger

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either rain nor snow could dampen a busy rowing weekend for Shawnigan Lake School. There was an interesting mix of weather for Saturday’s Hungerford and Sunday’s Head of the Lake Regattas. “But the water was flat for most of the weekend,’’ noted Shawnigan’s Head of Rowing Tim Coy. “No delays the entire weekend so the weather was rower-friendly.’’ A skills event Saturday morning for novice and JV rowers was won by a Brentwood College quad followed

closely by a Shawnigan eight. Short head races ran Saturday afternoon. Claremont and Vic City won five events each. Sunday’s 32nd-annual Head of the Lake regatta had more than 400 athletes participating. The Canadian national team raced and won the open eight and then entered the second race in three quads and finished one-two-three. “No surprise there,’’ quipped Coy. Shawnigan won the boys (Bayley Wells, Mykael Hughes-Mussio, Wyatt Huber, Liam McKay and cox Kristina Lau) and girls’ Jr. A 4+ (Maia du Toit, Danielle Schmidt, Alex Lubbe, Sierra Farr and Shanti Thurber). Brentwood won the Jr. A boys’ eight.

Piggies rack up 55-5 win

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rozen fields kept the Cowichan Rugby Club’s First Division Piggies off the field for a week, but they returned all fired up for game action again last weekend. Cowichan won convincingly 55-5 in Victoria against Velox Academy. Cam Hall and Robbie McDonnell led the scoring with two tries each and Hall added two converts for a 14-point

outing. Owen Wood kicked three converts and single tries came from David Cowie, Andrew Gudmundseth, Pat Fraser, Germain Lamoth and Jordan Weisner. Due to cancelled games, there has been a schedule change and Cowichan will play at Nanaimo this weekend. Meanwhile, long-time Cowichan club supporter Bob Lewis died last Thursday, Feb. 13. Club members are extremely saddened over the news since Lewis was at every game and enjoyed his rugby.

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New faces and voices grace Fiddler stage from page 13

She has also watched the movie and is excited to see the show come together. “I think we’re all really fired up to go,’’ Carroll said. “I didn’t really know anything about the history context and about what happened during that era.’’ Emily Bradbury, 16, a Grade 11 student, plays Hodel, one of Tevye’s daughters. Bradbury has worked professionally a couple of times backstage and been with the choir and done “a bunch of performing arts outside of school. “I’ve never done a very traditional production before,’’ she said.

“I had to do a lot of research into Russia in 1905 to get into the character of that,’’ Bradbury said. “The character very much struggles with tradition,’’ she added of Tevye’s middle daughter. “She doesn’t quite fit in. She’s not willing to accept some of the tradition.’’ Rehearsals have been going great, Bradbury said, especially with the addition of the orchestra to bring it closer to the final stages. It’s an exciting time for the cast. “Quite a few of the members of the cast are new — especially the principals,’’ Bradbury said. “I’ve never done Fiddler before,’’ added musical director Phil Newns. “I’m quite excited about

doing it.’’ After In The Heights last year, “This is more in keeping with traditional musicals,’’ added Newns. A 24-piece orchestra will add the necessary pizzazz to the production. “I think we’ve got a good sort of team, I would say, putting the shows together,’’ raved Newns. Your ticket What: Fiddler on the Roof When: Tuesday, Feb. 25 through Saturday, March 1, 7:30 p.m. Where: Brentwood College T. Gil Bunch Theatre Tickets: going fast for Friday and Saturday, available through www. brentwood.bc.ca/booking

North Cowichan also makes statement on gay rights

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“It is important to note RCMP sites have been looked at by staff for many years now, knowing it was an eventual necessity. However, based on requirements set out by RCMP, needs, cost comparisons, proximity to our core and community input, I am happy knowing the decision has been made and we are moving forward to the next steps.’’ The Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society is pleased North Cowichan is not going to build the new station in the marsh. However, “we are very concerned about the effort and resources that North Cowichan put into their favoured location in the marsh only to be told that they cannot build emergency services

in the floodplain,’’ commented longtime society member Paul Fletcher. “It is disappointing to us they they did not listen to the SMWS when we said the same thing a year ago when the issue started. We also lament the ongoing loss of farmland since the new police station is destined to be put on good farmland, especially as we close in on food shortages due to southwest USA droughts.’’ On the other hand, “we are pleased that a few of the more forward-thinking councillors are now talking about recognizing the Somenos Marsh Conservation Area for what it is, a very valuable natural area that has world wide recognition as an important bird area,’’ added Fletcher.

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Valley track athletes turn heads at Kamloops indoor meet

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Five Cowichan athletes turned heads at the Kamloops indoor track meet. Liam Lindsay made his first appearance at an indoor meet a successful one with a first in the 60 metres (7.19), first in the 400 (53.09) and second in the 200 (23.26). He had to dodge around a set of starting blocks left on the track and a lady trying to remove them during the 400.

Shawnigan mom does balancing act

Tia Baker ran to first in the 200 by a large margin in 26.36 and was second in the 60 (8.25). Nicole Lindsay, another first-timer indoors, came third in the 200 (28.09) and eighth in the 60 (8.49). Chase Peleshaty had a personal best in the 60 of 7.18 seconds and a 23.22 time in the 200, both for second places. Casey Heyd was fifth in the 200 (28.65) and sixth in the 60 (8.41).

Great results for wrestling group

Best of all worlds: Uniting triathlons, work and family

Off to provincials: Several athletes make a statement in the lead-up to the big event

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isa Helmer doesn’t wear a shirt with a huge S on the front, signifying she’s a Supermom. But it would probably be appropriate for Shawnigan Lake’s Helmer, 36, because her daily life requires a heroic balance of motherhood, fulltime work as a wildlife biologist and ongoing efforts to maintain a high degree of athleticism. Helmer is typical of many modern moms in their 20s and 30s who go above and beyond the call of duty to do it all. Daughter Maggie, 6, and son Angus, 4, keep Helmer and husband Andrew Preston busy enough, but Helmer wouldn’t have it any other way than to incorporate a busy schedule that includes a job and competitive pursuits she loves. But she clearly downplays the significance of juggling all three aspects of her life, especially the athletic part. “I try not to let it dominate my life,’’ said Helmer. Taking a good part of the summer off was important to her “just to spend weekends with the family. I try to balance it a bit so the kids aren’t always waiting at the finish line.

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Shawnigan Lake triathlete Lisa Helmer at the Xterra World Championships, left, and with kids Maggie and Angus who maintain the balance in her life. “I try not to cater to the Supermom mentality. My expectations of myself are fairly low.’’ Helmer grew up in West Vancouver and Pemberton. She’s a fifth-generation family member from a nearly 100-acre potato farm in Pemberton. “The farming background has something to do with I’m still into tough sports,’’ Helmer said. “We cleared our land, by hand. You develop that work ethic.’’ She did the track program through high school and high-

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energy jobs such as tree-planting. While attending the University of Northern B.C. in Prince George, “that’s where the triathlon bug started,’’ Helmer said. She did an interesting heptathlon that included skate skiing and running. Triathlon, mountain biking and other similar pursuits give her a good balance of athletics. “I’m able to still race competitively,’’ she said. “I enjoy the level I’m competing at now.’’ Helmer has done the Shawnigan Lake Triathlon three times. She qualified through XTerra

Canada’s Victoria race for the World championships in Hawaii last October. “That was thrilling, just to be lined up with world-class athletes I’d read about,’’ Helmer said. Through it all, she maintains her perspective and receives support from Experience Cycle, working out with a local women’s mountain bike group. “I’m definitely competitive but it’s pure enjoyment. The pain and the effort is totally worth it. Having a personal goal, I think, is really important.’’

he Island high school zone wrestling championships on Salt Spring Island brought considerable success for Cowichan Valley Wrestling Club members representing their various schools. “We had a number of kids that wrestled extremely well,’’ said CVWC head coach Nick Zuback. Jimmy Wild won one of the most dramatic finals in boys’ 63 kilogram over Aaron Badovinac of Alberni’s E.J. Dunn school. “Just an exciting match to watch,’’ said Zuback. “The scoring went back and forth.’’ Wild will be going to the provincials in Prince George in two weeks along with many others in the club who placed among the top five for boys and top six for girls in each class. In other boys’ results, Max Smith of Queen of Angels was the 45 kg winner; Queen of Angels’ Quinn Smith came third in 48 kg; Daniel Wanner from Queen of Angels claimed second in 51 kg; Kayden Dorma of Frances Kelsey placed third in 54 kg; second spot in 57 kg went to Karol Esquivel of Queen of Angels; Cowichan Secondary’s Ryan Kuruvita finished second in 60 kg; Cowichan’s Owen Pite took fourth for 66 kg; Haele Ferguson of Cowichan Secondary was third in 70 kg; Kelsey’s Aydan Claus wound up fifth in 74 kg and Jeevan Sall from Cowichan earned second in 110 kg. Nolan Mitchell, who’s from Claremont but trains with the Cowichan Valley Wrestling Club, topped the 48 kg. Andrea Morris of Queen of Angels won her 43 kg girls’ class and will also advance to the provincials. Other local girls’ results included: Chelsea Warke of Kelsey, third in 51 kg; Rayne Hankins of Cowichan Secondary won in 69 kg; and Olive Kiruiro of Kelsey, first in 90 kg.

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Notice of Public Meeting

Tuesday, February 25, 2014 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. (presentation at 7:00 p.m.) place Oceanfront Suites, 1681 Cowichan Bay Road, Cowichan Bay subject Marine Zoning Bylaw No. 3773 (Cowichan Bay Village, CEEMP/marine areas and float homes) date time

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All community members are welcome to provide input on proposed Marine Zoning Bylaw No. 3773 (Cowichan Bay Village, CEEMP/marine areas and float homes) for Electoral Area D – Cowichan Bay.

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Island titles go on the line for Cowichan rep hockey teams Don Bodger

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Cowichan Valley rep hockey teams are going after Island championships this weekend and berths in provincial tournaments.

The Cowichan Valley Peewee Tier 1 Capitals, coached by Brett Hopwo, open a best-of-three Island final series against Nanaimo at 3:30 p.m. Saturday at Cowichan Arena. The second game is Sunday in Nanaimo. The winner advances to the provincials at

UBC during the spring break. The Cowichan Valley Bantam Tier 1 Capitals are up against Juan de Fuca in a best-of-three, beginning Saturday at Fuller Lake Arena. Cowichan has beaten Juan de Fuca in every meeting this season.

“I’m expecting a close one, for sure,’’ said Cowichan coach Derek Topping. The Caps swept their four round robin playoff games over Juan de Fuca 4-1, Racquet Club 4-0, Nanaimo 6-2 and Comox 12-1, with a great balance of defence, scoring and goaltending.

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Girls’ rugby: Downpour of rain makes handling conditions difficult Don Bodger

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eather conditions were rather miserable for a girls’ rugby game Saturday at Brentwood

College. The Brentwood girls played host to Wild Rose Academy, a rep side from Alberta, in the pouring rain and won 41-12. The teams played four 15-minute periods, starting with the respective strongest teams and then the less experienced players. Coach Marius Felix noted he felt Brentwood had the edge in play over the course of the afternoon, even with the lineup rotation. During the first half when the top groups were on the field, Brentwood outscored Wild Rose Academy 24-5

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Slick conditions made ball-handling and visibility difficult during Brentwood College’s meeting with Wild Rose Academy of Alberta Saturday. Brooklyn Navarrete of the Brentwood girls’ team lays on a tackle, backed up by Nambi Mbaja. on the strength of four tries to one. “We were also missing three starters who are with our basketball team, and so it wasn’t really our top team,’’ Felix pointed out.

Wild Rose Academy had seven Alberta representative players on the field “so I was pretty pleased we were able to play some good rugby at times,’’ added Felix.

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Jackson Cup chase begins Don Bodger

against Div. 2 Gordon Head Blazers and must win that game to reach the quarterfinals. “It’ll be a hard game, especially on the road now,’’ said Cowichan coach Glen Martin. Cowichan got the jump on Gorge with goals from Ryan Andre in the 19th minute and Tyler Hughes five minutes later. But Gorge got one back just before the half and hung around until the bitter end, and insurance from Matt Arnett didn’t come until the 90th minute. “We started well,’’ said Martin. “We kind of let them back in the game with a goal late in the first half. “The second half they didn’t create much. They had the one shot at the end. “We need to learn to close games out earlier is what we need to do.’’

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he long road to the Jackson Cup final began for Cowichan LMG Pringle with a 3-1 win over Gorge Div. 2 Saturday night at the Dennis Forrest Ladysmith Turf field. The Div. 1 Island Soccer League Cowichan side will face three straight Div. 2 opponents, provided there are no upsets along the way, before finally running across a Div. 1 rival in the semifinal round. Cowichan United Div. 2 received a first-round bye and advanced right to the quarterfinals on the March 7-9 weekend. After surviving the playin round, LMG has its official first round match-up Saturday in Victoria

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Grade 9 girls: Team has the potential to surpass sixth-place finish in 2006 Don Bodger

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he Queen of Angels School Grade 9 girls’ basketball team has qualified for the provincial championships for the sixth time in nine years. Coach Ciaran McLaverty said Q of A has an “excellent team’’ this year. “I would say the best we’ve had since 2006 when we finished sixth in B.C.’’ The provincials will be played at the Richmond Oval Thursday through Saturday. McLaverty is looking forward to a competitive opportunity for his team since the majority of the players were at the provincials last year as Grade 8s. Queen of Angels started preparations for the championships early this season, attending a tournament at Rick Hansen Secondary in Abbotsford with the Hurricanes, KLO and Lord Tweedsmuir. The girls won two of four games that set a great tone for the season. In the local junior league, Queen of Angels went on a productive stretch with wins over Chemainus, Queen Margaret’s, Frances Kelsey and Shawnigan Lake and came within a point of upsetting leagueleading Brentwood College. One of the high points of the season was a 38-29 victory over Kwalikum that ensured Queen of Angels a spot in the provincials as the top Island seed. The leadership of the team starts with co-captains Mikaila Cardin, the team’s point guard who set a school record with 32 points in a league game, and Mackenzie Cleaves, the best defender on the team and a shooting guard with a great jump shot. “Post play is another strength with several capable and experienced players,’’ noted McLaverty. That includes: Isabelle Spiess, the team’s overall scoring leader; Madison Mahon, an excellent offensive rebounder; Joelle Antufeaff, an impressive low post defender; and Montana Prystupa, with great length as a shot blocker. Drew Hobday joined the team this year as a Grade 8 player and has developed rapidly as a solid defender who can drive to the basket. Clarisse Owen is a quick, dynamic athlete who leads the forwards, joined by newcomers Taylor Brouwer, Sarah Haley and Samara Sladen-Dew. “All three girls are determined and have demonstrated terrific progress in their first season with the Grade 9 team,’’ noted McLaverty.

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