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ichelle the bus driver was having a routine shift. She was covering her regional transit route in the Shawnigan Lake area Jan. 14 with one passenger onboard enjoying the ride. But the afternoon took a nasty turn at around 5 p.m. when Richelle picked up a passenger at the Mason’s Store bus stop — adding her name to Cowichan’s list of bus-driver assaults that some drivers say is getting longer. Richelle said her attacker was known to her as a regular during her six years behind the wheel. “He was headed to Mill Bay. When I crossed the train tracks at Cobble Hill Road, he realized I wasn’t turning left (toward the Black Swan Pub) but toward the village.”
That route riled the passenger who got angry as Richelle’s rig neared the Shawnigan Lake Community Centre. “He started yelling, swearing, and walking up and down the (aisle). “I asked him to sit down and be quiet, at which point he started punching at my head area,” she said. “I was able to block him with my arm. This was all in a matter of a couple of minutes.” Fortunately, the lake’s RCMP detachment sits just past the community centre. “When I stopped and said ‘I’m getting the RCMP’, he jumped off the bus. The police got him, and he’s been charged with assault.” Suspect Tim Thorpe appeared in Duncan court March 11 to answer simple assault charges. He’s due back in court April 15 for an arraignment hearing, court staff said. more on page A3
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aralympic skier Braydon Luscombe’s back from Russia with love for his sport, and his hosts. “It was a pretty amazing experience,” the Duncan homeboy told the News Leader Pictorial, fresh from the Sochi Paralympics. Despite not winning any hardware, Luscombe’s no sore loser. “I didn’t ski the greatest; I had some bad races, but a few good ones.” Soggy slopes in the seaside town didn’t help him during downhill, slalom, giant slalom, super-G, and
super-combined events on an otherwise “awesome mountain, with a bunch of different terrain.” “I struggled with finishing the course — it was really rough conditions; soft and bumpy snow so it’s really hard on us one-leggers.” But to Luscombe, 21, it’s not if you win, but also what you learn — as he now sets his sights on South Korea’s 2018 games. “I definitely learned some good stuff with not finishing some races. There was some frustration on my part.” But he and his downhill squad followed Canadian Paralympic Committee standards “and overall did really well, and won some gold,
silver and bronzes.” “Going to Sochi, you want to win medals but you don’t know really how much you want to win medals until you get over there.” Getting to Pyeongchang is Luscombe’s next goal. “These next four years will be really good. “Each cycle is just about trying to improve some of the basics in early season training, starting the cycle of racing, and creating the momentum.” Hospitality momentum in Sochi was satisfactory — snow conditions aside. “We were in the athletes’ village on the mountain. They did the best they
could. “For athletes it was awesome. They had a huge cafeteria and our rooms were really good.” Good also for his 30-some family members and friends who travelled to Russia to root for Luscombe’s crew. “It was really cool, they really enjoyed themselves. “There were crappy days of weather with rain and fog, but most days were sunny and warm. It was really bad for the snow, though. “They’ve got to stop moving the Winter Olympics near coastlines.” Slushy conditions meant heavy slogging for the left-legged racer. more on page A5
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The Cheshire cat grin and wisecrack-a-minute style of Jim Taylor is familiar to virtually any sports fan in B.C. over the age of 30. The longtime columnist for the Vancouver Sun and Province scribed at virtually every sporting event of note for our province’s baby boom generation — from Paul Henderson’s goal, to the Wayne Gretzky trade.
He carved a career that gives him a legitimate claim to the title of B.C.’s greatest living sportswriter. Taylor may have faded from the public eye in the past decade, but you don’t put a stopper on that kind of energy. He’s retired to Shawnigan Lake, and still full of strong opinions and sharp wit.
He shares both in a lengthy interview with Maeve Maguire in the latest edition of Station magazine. It’s the cover story of your spring edition of Cowichan’s deluxe lifestyles magazine. In the same issue, we take you behind the scenes at Wedderspoon Organic, share the culture shock of a Cowichan woman’s new life in Britain, and explore the emerging practice of water birth.
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Playground scene at Ecole Mount Prevost Elementary will soon be a lot different once work on its community playground project begins, boosted by the AVIVA Community fund win. Kids are anxious in the back for the transformation. Front, from left: Adam Clutchey, Mona Kaiser, Ken Matthews, Ian Zibin and Pedro Mengual. Don Bodger
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he community playground project at Ecole Mount Prevost Elementary, bolstered by the AVIVA Community Fund, will soon start taking shape. “The plans are well under way,’’ noted Ecole Mount Prevost Parent Advisory Committee president Adam Clutchey. “We plan to order equipment in April, start prepping April and May, and start installing everything in the middle of June and install mostly over the summer and be all ready to go for the kids in September when they get back.’’ The AVIVA win was worth $125,000, about $60,000 short of the original budget. But with money the PAC had already saved plus money School District 79 was willing to kick in for installation costs, it cut into the shortfall considerably. And the whole concept of the project prompted others to jump on board — like Ken Matthews of Speedy Glass Duncan with a $5,000 donation. “One of my employees, his kids go here (Mount Prevost),’’ said Matthews. “He was telling me how his kids have to alternate their recess times.’’ Matthews was sold on the need for
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improved playground equipment at the school and the community aspect was a bonus that led him to contribute. “It was before they actually won the money,’’ he said. “Who would have thought in reality our school here was going to win this nation-wide contest.’’ Matthews used to be on the PAC at the school and remembers what it was like in the good old days when installing things like playground equipment was much simpler, but he didn’t have any reservations about contributing. “We didn’t have the issues — these problems of money — when we went to school,’’ he said. “We did something we felt would be good for the community. “You’ve got to give something back. These are the people that made our business successful. It’s time to give something back to them.’’ Taking into account the Speedy Glass donation, the project was $39,500 short. Money from North Cowichan is anticipated but not a sure thing so the range required is between $21,000 to $40,000. “One solution would be to scale back
the project, the other to solicit more funds,’’ noted Kaiser. “I think there is a desire out there in the community to help us out with our project, but at the same time we don’t want to sound unreasonable and not thankful for the support we have already received.’’ There are ways people can contribute to spruce up the site. “If someone wanted to donate a bench or a picnic table, we’d be happy to help them with that,’’ said Kaiser. “Shrubbery, little things like that, as well,’’ said Ecole Mount Prevost principal Pedro Mengual. “A number of school families here said they’d donate shrubbery and trees,’’ said Kaiser. “We’re just waiting for that stage to see what we need.’’ Inquiries about those sorts of contributions can be made by email to Clutchey (adamclutchey@shaw.ca) or Kaiser (mona.kaiser@shaw.ca) or by calling the school (250-746-7187). Social media boosted the Ecole Mount Prevost group’s efforts. “If you didn’t, you wouldn’t have got anywhere,’’ said Clutchey. “It’s nice to see the whole community come together,’’ said Mengual. “It is going to be a community project. It’s nice to see everyone involved. It gave us a cause to focus on.’’
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“We were fortunate to find the suspect in the vicinity because he was on foot,” Cpl. Dave MacKenzie said of the suspect, whom he noted is known to police. The beating left a shaken Richelle off work for an unknown period. She’s getting physiotherapy for a shoulder injury, and her WCB claim has been accepted, she said. But the mother of two explained she’d rather be working at the job she enjoys, not dealing with effects of the type of attack worrying drivers on Cowichan’s 30 B.C.Transit buses contracted to the Cowichan Valley Regional District . “I had one other minor incident when a guy swung at me as he was getting off the bus,” she said. “But the abuse is starting to escalate. We’re being spit at, yelled at — and swearing is normal.” Reasons for rider rage are hazy, Richelle signalled. “Sometimes we’re late, and people don’t want to pay their fare; sometimes there’s no reason at all. “I just find it unacceptable. People should know what’s happening to see if we can make changes — in particular for bus drivers, or anyone else who works on their own.” Seasoned bus driver Glen Clark agreed. “There’s been an (assault) increase in the past year,” said Clark, a transit driver since 1998. “We’ve had three drivers assaulted. There are lots of people who shouldn’t be on the streets. “There’s lots of mental illness that’s not treated enough due to government cuts.” Clark called Richelle’s thumping “terrible. We’re on the front lines with very little protection.” While Richelle believed Plexiglas would protect drivers, answers weren’t so clear to Clark. “It’s a pretty small area to work in; the jury’s out on that one.” Former local driver Shirley Partridge explained her bosses with First Canada — B.C. Transit contractors running Cowichan’s buses — didn’t like her speaking out about on-board assaults. “It’s usually intoxicated people,” she said of abusive riders during her five-year transit career. “The danger is very real because more and more of the situation in Duncan is First Canada management not concerned about driver safety. “Luckily, I was never assaulted.” Calls to First Canada’s transit manager, Colin Oakes, were not returned. Partridge cited several years ago when a violent, aggressive rider was removed from Richelle’s bus, and management tried to put that passenger on Partridge’s bus. “I refused to take him, and I was suspended for a week.” Jim Wakeham, CVRD’s facility, fleet and transit manager, explained drivers are to go to First Canada’s Oakes with safety and assault issues. “First Canada has to investigate allegations. BCT will also want to know about it,” he said, welcoming driver-safety worries. “We want to learn about (safety) because we’ve heard about assaults on drivers. Any altercation’s not good,” Wakeham said. Partridge agreed, hinting Plexiglas may be the best option. “It would be a shame, but if that’s the only way to keep them (drivers) safe.”
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citizens reported a black truck speeding, and nearly hitting pedestrians. “Hawkins, who is known to police for impaired-related offences, was the subject of numerous calls to the VicPD 911 communications centre just after 6:20 p.m. March 15.” Callers reported the truck driving erratically in the Douglas Street-Burnside Road
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from Page A1 “On one leg, it’s tough because you have to dig in a lot more, and the bumps throw you off.” His team tried to train for soft rides, but couldn’t compensate for every risk. “We tried to find soft (training) conditions, but with bumps you never know what they’ll be like.” The lesson? “For sure, not taking any moment for granted in training, on the hill, or in the gym,” stated Luscombe. “Every second of the four-year cycle has to be put toward skiing. I gave it my all and put four years into it.” But he didn’t put much thought into Russia’s invasion of Ukraine’s Crimean region during the Paralympics. “Everyone was honestly just focussed on the games. “It wasn’t an issue at all. Even spectators and families totally forgot about it, while they were there.” Tight security defused terrorism threats. “It was a secured area in the athletes’ village; there was nothing to worry about. “Every two minutes on the (village) walkway, guards would walk by patrolling. “And up the mountain, it was security scanners, and they taped your bus up to make sure no one
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e can confirm at least 24 people and businesses in the Duncan area shine when it comes to fine service. They also would look good in a Black Tie. The Duncan-Cowichan Chamber of Commerce has announced the finalists in each of the eight categories comprising the annual Black Tie Service Awards. “There were many exceptional nominees, and some tough decisions,” chamber vice-president Julie Scurr said in a media release. “The chamber considers it a privilege to produce the awards honouring these accomplished, community-minded organizations and individuals.” Selected out of more than 100 nominations from the public, the finalists now attend an in-person interview with a panel of two judges — one representing the award sponsor, and the other a chamber director. “The interviews use a standardized, scored format. Once the interviews are complete, the results are forwarded to the official Black Tie Awards auditor to ascertain the results,” K. Elizabeth Croft said. “These results are sealed until the night of the awards.” This year, that night is April 5 at Brentwood College’s Crook’s Hall. In addition to the awards, it will include a wine reception and silent auction. Tickets are $85 and available by calling the chamber office at 250-748-1111, or online at blacktieawards.
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Customer Service (sponsored by Cardino Shoes): Jeff Downie, Old Firehouse Wine Bar; Suzie Fortier, Tim Hortons Trunk Road; Jim Scales, Jimgerbread Cafe. Business Achievement 1 – 10 Employees (sponsored by Island Savings): Gerard B. Burg, Gerard’s Speciality Foods; Lindsey-Lea Mercer, Identity Graphics; Andrew Higginson, Higginson Consulting Business Achievement 11 – 19 Employees (sponsored by Jim Tyson of Investors Group): Peter Watts, Best Western Plus Chemainus Inn; Gord Rumley, Genoa Bay Café; Ivo Zanatta, Matrix Marble Corp. Business Achievement 20 or More Employees (sponsored by Hayes Stewart Little & Co.): Corinne de Lange, Cowichan Sound & Cellular; Dr. Longair & Colleagues, Prevost Veterinary Clinic; Kelvin McCulloch, Buckerfields Young Entrepreneur (sponsored by Coastal Community Credit Union): Andrea and Daniel Hudson, Hudson’s On First; Melissa Cottam, Moo’s Pizza; Sonja Todd, Hilary’s Cheese Co. Green Business (sponsored by Economic Development Cowichan): John and Katy Ehrlich, Alderlea Byodynamic Farm; Nikki MacCallum, Nikki’s Designs; Dan and Karen Armstrong, Velocal Delivery Volunteer of the Year (sponsored by Peninsula Coop): Tina Phillips, Cowichan Search & Rescue; Mary Ann Deacon, Cowichan Valley Hospice Society; David Minkow, Cowichan Kickers Art in Business (sponsored by Brentwood College School): Imagine That! Artisans’ Designs; Anne and Grahame Fowle, GBS Glass Blowing; Gordon Smith, Cowichan Woodwork.
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ne would think the creator of centuries-old yoga poses had children in mind, especially when the asanas (poses) take on animal aliases including frogs, lions and monkeys. “It’s all about the stories,” said Cowichan children’s yoga instructor Jennifer Graham. “When you’re doing yoga with kids, it’s less about the positions and more about the stories.” A typical class with Graham often includes a theme, which might be a trip into the jungle, where children get a chance to roar out their emotions like a lion, or a visit to a farm, where they mimic a cow. “We’re often acting out stories. That’s how we get them engaged,” the 35-year-old who also teaches yoga to adults in Lake Cowichan, said. Graham is currently offering a children’s age three to six class she calls Sunshine Kids Yoga with Jenny and Penny. Penny is Graham’s six-year-old daughter who helps lead the sessions. “I’ve always been interested in children’s yoga,” Graham said. She recently completed her yoga training at Harmony Yoga in Duncan where children’s class takes place, and is looking at extending her kid’s yoga expertise in the future. She found inspiration in simply practising at home with her daughter climbing all over her during poses. That and she met with members of Rainbow Kids Yoga at a conference in Victoria who supplied her with great material on children’s class formats and how to keep the wee-ones engaged. Yoga is typically a practice that promotes slowing down, relaxing and quieting the mind — three things you don’t typically associate with a group of kids. But yoga for kids isn’t so much about the spiritual side. There are a ton of others reasons for children to participate, and benefits that follow. “It’s giving them tiny bits of life skills and how to deal with their feelings,” said Graham. It’s also a great way for parents to connect with their children as sessions will often see them participating together in partner poses. “At this young age, children often crave time with their parents and attention and spending it this way means they won’t look for attention in negative ways like acting out or misbehaving,” Graham said. And you’re getting the kids out of the house and moving.
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Children’s yoga instructor Jennifer Graham and daughter Penny practise Downward Dog position, which is one of the anchoring poses in the Sun Salutation sequence, and is also known to help wake you up, build bone density and boost circulation. “Or unplugging,” added Graham. “It’s great for learning calming techniques, for example in child’s pose, you have the parent draped over and hugging the child from behind.” Sometimes classes include the parent helping the child into an inversion pose (feet above head, upside down poses) and inversions are often said great detoxifying poses, altering the flow of spinal fluid, allowing blood to drain from the lower body and allowing fresh blood to cycle through tissues and organs of the body. A typical session is an hour long and starts with a song sitting in a circle, before members share their names and children introduce their parents. “Some start off shy, but always loosen up toward the end,” Graham said. The class then takes part in an activity which might include the child drawing a shape on their parent’s back (and vice versa) and having to guess what it is. “That helps tune them into their awareness of their body,” she explained. Breathing exercises might include blowing a feather or a foam ball across the floor. Depending on what ages the class is mostly made up of, Graham will lead them through a few rounds of a common series of poses called a sun salutation (Surya Namaskara). more on page A10
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long love for trains, plus a strong familiarity with the community. Landing the manager’s position at the B.C. Forest Discovery Centre in Duncan couldn’t have been a better fit for Chris Gale. Heck, it’s where he and his wife tied the knot in 2010. Gale is best known in Cowichan as the former manager of Save-OnFoods (where Shoppers Drug Mart is now) before it shut down in 2008. News Leader Pictorial readers might also remember when Gale and wife Kathleen finally ended their 30-year-long engagement and got hitched at the FDC in April 2010. Gale has also been actively involved in a number of local groups, including Cowichan United Way. After he moved on from SaveOn, Gale held a gig, among many other pursuits, at the Langford Canadian Tire in customer service and was known there as the ‘Popcorn Guy,’ for his work selling the salty snacks. He’s still involved as co-ordinator of the Canadian Cancer Society’s daffodil campaign which is in full swing at the moment. “I really missed this community,” Gale said of before he stumbled
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Chris Gale, former manager of the Duncan Save-On Foods, is ready to climb on board the B.C. Forest Discovery Centre train as its new manager. on the FDC head honcho position advertised in the paper. “It was a gift from heaven really,” he said. “It’s a plum job that’s for sure. A lot of people are asking was I bored? Not for one second. I just really simply missed being around people.” As the new manager of the FDC, he’s already set his sights on a few goals. His top priority is working on more corporate sponsorships to continue the centre’s educational components. “It’s an education museum first and foremost,” he said, noting popular events at the FDC he’d love to see continue for years include Yukon Dan’s Gold Panning in the Classroom session, Bigleaf Maple Syrup Festival, and all the
activities that come along with the holidays. He applauds the fact the centre saw some 40,000 pop by last year, but said he’d like to see that number climb. He’s quite enthused about its strong volunteer base, which last year also saw 7,000 hours donated by Cowichanians. He’d also like to make more people in the community, including business owners, aware of event bookings available, including for things like company picnics and weddings. “It’s a great place to get married,” he said with a chuckle. “It runs so well already, and I’m not here to change anything,” Gale said of the popular destination for locals and tourists alike. “It’s just building from here on.”
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from page A9 “I will use themes to help the kids get into it, like spaceships for example, and so we’re loading the rocket as you go up, and checking the fuel lines when you come down.” And it’s not only fun for the kids. Parents also get a chance to let go and act goofy and it’s perfect for moms and dads and even grandparents who have always wanted to try yoga. You don’t have to be a die-hard yogi to participate, or even tried it, as long as you’re mobile. “You’re going to learn the basics of yoga,” Graham said. If Graham sees enough interest she’s hoping to expand the classes to two groups, one ages three to five years and the other six to eight years. Classes run once a month. For more information and questions, email: info@saltsorganic. com or to register call (250)-597-1919.
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Deadline for Nominations 2014 Leaders of Tomorrow Awards Cowichan: Volunteer Cowichan is currently seeking nominations for youth between the ages of six and 24, who demonstrate outstanding leadership through their volunteer efforts within the Cowichan Valley Regional District. www.leadersoftomorrowcowichan.com for nomination forms and award details or contact Volunteer Cowichan at 250-748-2133. Acoustic Jam: at Twisted Sisters Tea Room, Chemainus, 7:30 p.m. Chooi Brothers Play Bach: Victoria Symphony, 7:30 p.m., Cowichan Theatre, 2687 James St., Duncan. Tickets: Adult $40, Rows ABC $25 / Student $20 / eyeGO & Child: $5. Call 250-748-7529. Beverley McKeen Band: Live music at The Brigantine Inn, Reel Alternatives 6777 Beaumont Ave. Maple Showing on the Bay, 8 p.m.BIG SCREEN
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Confessions of a Curber My next vehicle came from a used car wholesaler*. There was nothing wrong with it, but he couldn’t find a dealer who wanted it. I gladly took it off his hands. How hip was I? I had a new source of newer vehicles that would come right to me. “Two-year-old car for sale. No previous accident history reported, only 35,000km on it. Call with offer.” Shortly after, I got a call from a young man. His car had just broken down, and he needed a new one fast. He agreed to meet me at the local construction site where he worked. He was just finishing up his lunch when I arrived. He was wearing his construction uniform and I immediately noticed his tired eyes. I felt bad for the poor fellow, and I was glad that I was selling him a reliable vehicle. He didn’t need another headache on top of everything. I even knocked $500 off the price I wanted. It was a smooth transaction. The guyy looke looked edd hhappy and thanked me immensely ely forr all the help. I beamed back at him. Around 5:00 a.m. the next morning, I got a call. It was the construction ructioon worker, yelling so loudly that I could barely ely uunderstand him. “THEY TOOK IT AWAY,” ” he said over and over again. “REPOSSESSED!” !” I hung up on him and triedd to make sense of the situation. Why would the ld th he car be taken away in the middle of the he night? n Who’s “they”? Liens. Of course. The car ha had ad a lien on it. That’s why it wouldn’t sell ell on a lot. The bank must have seized it due to an unpaid balance. As before, I panicked. I didn’t idnn’t want to get involved in this right now. w. Sure, S I sold him the car, but how was I supposed seed to know it had
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these changes, they want better fuel economy but still are able to tow just as much. They want more comfort but still have a practical interior. They want comfortable suspension but still perform off-road if necessary. Manufacturers have to consider all this when designing a new truck. They set up focus groups all around the country asking how they can improve and what features consumers want in a truck. So what’s driving sales,
(9200lbs) max towing capabilities, great! Better fuel economy, where do I sign. Ford announces the 2015 F150 with an aluminum body and a completely new design, this had Ford customers holding off on their new purchase until this comes out, which I do not think was Ford’s intention. GM changes not only the design of their truck but much of their drivetrain. So much so, that it was named North American Truck of the year. Consumers are demanding
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An auto show for the entire province members employ, directly and It’s that time of year again when indirectly, more than 34,000 high car shoppers can check out the paying, full-time people in the hottest trends, latest innovations more than 50 communities they and some old classics at the 94th serve. annual Vancouver International The show may be at the coast Auto Show. and therefore a little too long This year’s show, which runs a drive for many readers but I from March 25 to 30 at the would encourage you to cast Vancouver Convention Centre your eye over show media West, promises to be a great coverage and use that material family-friendly event with some for information and ideas. Then exciting new features, following In British go to visit some of our members’ a record-breaking year for auto Columbia alone, new dealerships where they operate sales in Canada in 2013. an ‘auto show’ for 52 weeks a The show is owned and opercar dealers account year! ated by the New Car Dealers for more than $10 For those of you who can attend Association of BC, serving as billion annually in be sure to participate in the a new model showcase for the economic activity.” Green Ride and Drive, which Canadian automotive industry puts you at wheel of the latest and representing more than 30 Blair Qualey eco-friendly vehicles. Another distinct brands from the world’s feature is the Exotics, which is leading manufacturers. a selection of truly exhilarating automobiles – Canadians purchased a record-setting 1.74 you can dream! million cars last year: a four per cent increase Visitors at this year’s show will also get to exover 2012 and just the second time in history perience a bit of automotive history at Hagerty that the market has ever surpassed 1.7 million Classic Alley, featuring beautiful cars from the units. 1950s and 1960s, including a special salute In British Columbia alone, new car dealers to the Ford Mustang and its 50th anniversary account for more than $10 billion annually in celebration. economic activity. This makes it an important Two classic cars will also be auctioned off, with industry for entire province where our dealer
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The Vancouver International Auto Show gets underway next week. Today, the Driveway team looks at the offerings for 2014 from the Big Three domestic manufacturers in papr and online at drivewaycanada.ca Ford has been on a roll here in Canada; finishing out 2013 as the top selling brand for the fourth consecutive year. There are some very big products coming from Ford over the coming year that will make a big impact on its sales and image, and you will get a peek at some of them at the Vancouver International Auto Show. The first is the biggest introduction of any automaker this year, the all-new 2015 Ford F-150 full-size pickup truck. The F-150 isn’t just the best selling truck in Canada for almost 50 years; it is the overall sales champ, selling more than any other nameplate. Period. Ford isn’t merely introducing an updated model. No, they went to town, developing a entirely new manufacturing process that will revolutionize the full-size truck space. The body of the next F-150 is built of an
aluminum alloy material that Ford claims is 318kg lighter but stronger than the outgoing model. In addition, the frame is made of thinner, lighter and stronger high-tensile steel that combined with the body, produces the weight savings. This is an industry first, and a revolutionary approach to building trucks. In addition to a lighter body, the engineers have developed two new engines to compliment the existing 3.5L EcoBoost turbocharged V6 model and 5.0L normally aspirated V8 engine. The first is a new 3.5L V6 engine, replacing the outgoing 3.7L model base engine. With a lighter truck, a smaller engine can do the work. A smaller 2.7L turbocharged EcoBoost V6 is also going to be introduced with an auto start-stop function that switches off the engine when the truck is sitting still. Official fuel economy ratings have not been released but Ford executives tell me they hope to have best in class gasoline fuel economy. Other enhancements to the F-150 include a new stepladder that integrates into the tailgate. Ford was the first to have this feature but it has been improved for 2015. The rear tailgate also has a softopen feature that prevents the tailgate from slamming down, plus a light switch
near the back of the truck to eliminate the bed with new LED lights. The second vehicle that will have a big impact of Ford, but more of an image car, is the all-new 2015 Mustang. Interestingly, about 25 percent of all Mustangs are sold here in British Columbia, so this is a big deal for us. The 2015 Mustang is now going to be sold around the world and developed as part of the “One Ford” approach to making cars they can share in every market. This means the Mustang will be sold, for the first time, with right hand drive for countries like the UK, Australia and Japan. The stance of the new Mustang is lower, wider and more muscular, with the wheels pushed out to provide better sta-
bility. The fastback has a steeper rake and a bigger trapezoidal grille has enhanced the shark nose design. Initially the Mustang will be sold as a coupe and convertible with the base and GT trim, the higher performance models will come later. Inside is another clean-sheet design, featuring real aluminum switches and dials, with two large gauges behind the steering wheel. The interior looks more upscale than any Mustang before. Under the hood the GT trim continues with the 5.0L V8 with improved valves and cylinders helping to pump out over 420hp. The base 3.7L V6 is also carried over but now with 300hp. The big news is the introduction of a 2.3L turbocharged EcoBoost 4-cylinder with an estimated 300hp and 300 lb.-ft. of torque.
For years, the criticism has been the lack of independent rear suspension in the Mustang but this is no longer the case. A fully independent rear suspension will help get all the power down to the ground from all three engines plus provide improved handling. Ford is hoping with this new platform and available engines, this new model will provide as many thrills as any German sports model and for less money. Pricing has not been finalized but expect it to be in line with existing 2014 Mustang pricing. Ford is doing well here in Canada and with all-new products; it will have a good chance of staying number one. zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca
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The fifth annual Ryan Clark Memorial hockey tournament brings spring break to a grand conclusion for 15 local and outof-town Midget C teams at Cowichan and Fuller Lake Arenas. Since Ryan was a goalie, there will be special awards for the top goalies, with the Clark family doing the honours.
MVP towels are being awarded in each game and every player receives a hoodie with a goalie silhouette. More than 300 will be handed out. The final game of the tournament is at 6 p.m. Sunday at Fuller Lake. All proceeds go toward a hockey benevolent fund. Last year, the fund
provided more than $6,000 for families in need of financial support. “Ryan’s graduating class, led by Andrew Young, will be scorekeeping and timekeeping all weekend,’’ noted Kathy Irving, who handles the Fuller Lake part of the tournament with husband Dale. Kristen Arnold handles Cowichan duties.
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ndividual rugby games only carry a maximum of five points, including a bonus for four or more tries. Cowichan Rugby Club’s Div. 1 Piggies men picked up eight points from a home battle with Nanaimo Saturday at the Herd Road Grounds. That’s because double the points were up for grabs due to previous game postponements and Cowichan took full advantage for the maximum, excluding bonus points, in an 18-6 win. “Good to come away with the win on the double point day,’’ noted Cowichan’s Andrew Gudmundseth. “Lots of defence and tackling. My shoulders are still sore.’’ All the scoring took place in the first half on a very rainy day. “It was terrible,’’ said Cowichan coach Gord McGeachy. “It was raining really hard in the first half and it started raining harder in the second half. “We probably controlled territory and possession. We had them under pressure for most of the first half.’’ It only took Cowichan five minutes to get on the scoreboard, with Peter Budina feeding Danny Hamstra for a try, converted by Cam Hall. Nanaimo came back with a penalty, countered by Hall. Midway through the half, Cowichan had some great movement on the ball and it passed through a few sets of hands on the way to Owen Wood for a try in the corner. The teams traded penalty goals before the half and players were left to grind it out during a miserable second half. “It was a tough game, lots of mistakes hanging onto the ball,’’ said McGeachy. “Every-
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“All things considered, it was their first match,’’ said McGeachy. “I would say 20% of their team are guys that have never played before.’’ Cowichan scorers included Michael Fransen with two tries and singles from Pat Large, Ryan Mcavena, and Cam Jervis. George Bantin added three converts.
Women’s rugby battle ends in a tie
Rivalry alive: Injuries leave Cowichan down a player, but the team stays in the game
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n already tough game was made even tougher for the Cowichan Rugby Club’s women’s team due to injury. Cowichan faced arch-rival Nanaimo Saturday as part of a triple-header at the Herd Road Grounds in adverse weather conditions and still pulled out a 24-24 tie despite two injuries at the start of the game. “So we played the game down a player for most of the game,’’ noted Cowichan captain Sherry Spence. “Even though we ended up as a tie, playing down a player
and ending in a tie, it’s a win in our minds. “Everyone played really hard, with a few players playing out of their preferred position.’’ With the players doing the jobs required, it put the ball into the hands of speedster Carolyn Gudmundseth for three tries. Stacey Collison added the last try to tie the game and Michelle Moore kicked two converts. Players of the game for Cowichan were Lauren Nutt and Brandi Van Eeuwen. Cowichan won’t be seeing Nanaimo again now until the finals if that match-up materializes. The next opponent for Cowichan is Ridge Meadows on the road Saturday.
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Photographic memories
Castle a record keeper
Sochi Olympics: Snapshots of the games provide glimpses of an amazing experience
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liver Castle achieved five Duncan Swim Team records when the Stingrays attended the Swim B.C. AAA championships. Castle, 12, broke the 200-metre freestyle club record in his age group formerly held by Greg Bate from 1992 in 2:18.00, Bates’ 100 back record also from 1992 in 1:10.65, his own 50 back mark in 34.36, also his own 400 I.M. standard in 5:28.02 and the longstanding 400 free held by Kurt Vollmerhause from 1982 in 4:50.61. Castle had personal bests in all his swims at the meet and attained top-16 placings in the 400 I.M. (12th), 100 back (14th), 200 back (15th) and the 400 free (15th). Laura Kissack, 16, was in the final stages of preparation for the Western Canadian championships and swam to three personal bests and two top-16 finishes. She was eighth in the 50 fly and 12th in the 400 I.M. Malia Prystupa, 11, managed four personal bests and top-16 placings in all eight of her races. The best of the bunch were: the 50 back (silver), 400 free (bronze), 100 back (fourth), 200 I.M. (ninth), 800 free (10th) and 100 free (13th). Savanah van Nieuwkerk, 14, had one personal best. Stingrays’ coach Leanne Sirup pointed out there are two significant factors affecting swimmers. The first is the age categories were 11 and under, 12-13, 14-15 and 16-18. “This is the first season that we have gone to the multiple age categories rather than single ages and this significantly impacted those on the bottom of the age group,’’ she indicated. In addition, each swimmer had to achieve at least two Provincial AAA qualifying times in order to compete. “With this change, it affected three further Stingrays who have achieved this standard in one event, but were ineligible to attend this season because of the new two standards minimum,’’ Sirup noted.
dose of Canadian Olympic spirit,’’ Richters noted. News Leader Pictorial Some people stepped up uncan photo lend her some clothes tographer and Canadian gear until Mariska her luggage arrived. Richters On Day 3, Richters came captured down with the flu and some compelling images had a bad fall. “I pushed during her time in Sochi, through it and thankfully Russia for the Olympic didn’t miss any events, and Winter Games. actually added a few more She was standing outside to my schedule throughout the Bolshoy Arena lookthe Games,’’ she pointed courtesy Mariska Richters out. ing for a men’s bronze medal hockey game ticket Mariska Richters checks out Richters went to Sochi when the Canadian men’s the passport-operated beer to capture the Canadian fridge. hockey team came out and Olympic spirit. “We to have its photo taken in had a larger presence than front of the Olympic rings. I expected and the spirit was infectious,’’ “I got right in there and took some she indicated. photos of my own,’’ Richters indicated. Events she attended in order were: She was at the Canada Olympic House short track speed skating, ladies’ snowopen house and Russian President Vladi- board cross, ladies’ hockey semifinals, mir Putin happened to walk in and made ladies’ giant slalom, men’s hockey a speech wishing the Canadians luck. quarterfinal, men’s curling, men’s hockey Richters also was at the Molson quarterfinal, men’s ski cross, ladies’ Canadian passport-operated beer fridge. halfpipe, men’s team pursuit speedskat“It doesn’t get more awesome than that,’’ ing quarters and semis and men’s hockey she raved. bronze and gold medal games. Talk about being at the right place at “For the Kickstarter fundraiser, I the right time. raised it all,’’ Richters raved. “The total “Overall, my experience was absolutely raised in the end on Kickstarter was incredible,’’ Richters indicated. “But not $7,290. I would love to thank all my without challenges.’’ project backers again for believing in me Her luggage did not arrive until three and the project. Without their support, days after she did. “As frustrating as that I would not have been blessed with this was, it was also the catalyst for my first amazing experience.’’
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Vancouver’s Save Everyday, judged Best Company in the event based on public nominations. Happiness goes into every one of Platt’s hand-made dolls. “We employ over 35 women locally, and they work in the studio, and at home so they have time to be with their children. “We do lots of charity work too. By putting community at the heart and centre, we’ve shown a business can be practical and sustainable.” Platt’s winning formula sees Bamboletta sell 3,000 unique dolls — made from organic materials — marketed worldwide from her comfy headquarters
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ill it take the death of a Cowichan bus driver to force protective measures by the CVRD? Let’s hope collective wisdom among our Cowichan Valley Regional District directors brings proactive sanity, through Plexiglas cages, to this potentially deadly situation. Today’s feature about transit-driver safety seems to show a tragic accident waiting to happen. CVRD directors need only listen to drivers’ experiences with violent riders. Structures No studies or consultants are needed here. could cost Those Plexiglas structures — defar less than signed for comfort, with driver and B.C. Transit input — would possibly Jones’ severcost far less than the recent $335,000 ance package severance package paid to departed CVRD boss Warren Jones. Then, given an unruly or angry fare, plexi protection would let drivers safely pull over, call police, and order passengers off the bus. Not that our drivers want to be barricaded behind plexi. They’d prefer direct rapport with their mostly courteous riders. But that seems an increasingly dangerous occupational hazard given what they report as growing assault numbers. One suspect, arrested in January by Shawnigan Lake RCMP, will face assault charges next month in Duncan court. His traumatized, alleged victim is recovering on WCB, not driving a bus. But until this sad situation is addressed squarely, and fairly soon, by our elected officials, more attacks seem imminent. Public and worker safety is always a no-brainer.
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Seeing both sides of: leaving elk tangled in trash alone The case against
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There’s no need to disturb the animals and cause any unnecessary trauma. As upsetting as it is to the elk, more harm would be done by tranquilizing them. Once their antlers fall off, the trash will simply go with them and the problem’s solved without too much fuss. Perhaps conservation officers’ time would be better spent going after poachers who really cause the elk harm.
Once one item gets tangled in an elk’s antlers, more will soon follow. Even though the elk can get extremely stressed, it probably is in their best interests to have the items removed in any way possible. The short-term panic will be worth the long-term gain that results for them once action has been taken.
Bull elk surfaces in a Somenos Road field with trash attached to its antlers.
New medical marijuana laws an April Fool’s joke? Patrick Hrushowy
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don’t know all that much about Canada’s new medical marijuana laws but it seems clear we are headed for a disaster of at least minor proportions.. Set to kick in on April 1 (what wonderful timing), the new laws give the boot to existing, lawful, personal medical-marijuana grow operations and “The governauthorizations to ment’s mixed possess. As of that date, the priorities on the Health Canada web pot file are jaw site says: “… the only legal access to dropping.’’ marijuana for medical purposes will be through licensed producers under the Marihuana for
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Medical Purposes Regulations, even if you have an authorization to possess, or a licence to produce that has a later date.” There was also a news release earlier this week from Health Canada that said people with existing authorizations to grow or possess marijuana had to show proof they had destroyed their stash or tossed out live plants. If people did not do this, Health Canada would be turning names and addresses of defiant ones over to the police. Really!!?? Does anyone in Ottawa think the RCMP and city cops all across Canada are going to launch massive raids on people with terminal cancer, using grass to have at least some quality of life as their lives dwindle? Did anyone notice police forces across the country have been publicly stating they would put virtually zero resources into tracking down personal pot or medical marijuana users? What about the compassion clubs that have cropped up all across Canada offering various medical cannabis preparations for
everything from cancer to intractable arthritis? Lots of these operated on a non-profit basis, making these preparations modestly priced. Most estimates say products from the new mandated and regulated producers will see prices sky rocket. Lawyers have already been in federal court asking a judge to issue an injunction against the government to stop implementation of these new laws. Lawyers said the approximately 37,000 people in Canada licensed to possess will be deprived of their right to affordable access to the form and nature of the cannabis products they know work for them. High-security concrete boxes favoured by the new medical marijuana producers have been cropping up in cities across Canada, many frowned upon by local governments that can’t decide if they are agricultural or commercial operations, and therefore aren’t clear about proper zoning designations. I think this is a mess that will blow up on the Conservatives. Many of the people using medical marijuana belong in the demo-
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graphic that tends to vote Conservative. The government’s mixed priorities on the pot file are jaw dropping. On one hand, we have the heavy hand of government regulation clamping down on medical marijuana use, with dire threats of turning defiant terminal-cancer patients over to police. On the other hand, the government announces it intends to make simple marijuana possession a ticketing offence. Duh! …what gives here? Is it possible the bungling of this file could be the defining issue that convinces enough people that maybe the risk of electing young Justin Trudeau as prime minister is worth the effort? Patrick Hrushowy is a Cowichan writer and political consultant. Email him at phrushowy@shaw.ca
Friday, March 21, 2014
Cowichan News Leader Pictorial B3
Has the Paralympics gotten the same amount of coverage as Sochi’s able-bodied Games?
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“I don’t think so. People don’t hear about the Paralympics publicly as much as the other Olympics.”
Jenn Valentin, Duncan
“Definitely not; there’s nowhere near the same amount of coverage as the able-bodied Olympics.”
Jenni Capps, Duncan
What do you think? Log on to www.cowichannewsleader.com and answer our Question of the Week by Peter W. Rusland. Results will be published in our next edition.
Jerman reversal better meets Canadian standards
These tax increases are unsustainable and it is my understanding the municipality is looking for a further increase this year of some 3 to 4%. Isn’t it about time our elected representatives gave some direction to the administration to sharpen their pencils rather than keep going to the taxpayers? Ian Fraser
Dear editor Re: a residency permit for Penelakut Island resident Richard Jerman. This is wonderful. So great Mr. Jerman was relieved of the obviously unjust treatment he was receiving and his family was relieved of the worry and heartbreak. I understand our government may have had concerns that needed to be addressed but my question is, why did it pursue such a cruel way to address them? Canadians don’t operate that way. We have standards of civility in our culture and our government should embody and reflect them. Bill Henderson, Salt Spring Island
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Editor’s note: The 5.4% represents the average increase from year to year.
Maybe you can live with it, but the community can’t
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Jones departure leaves me confused
Dear editor I am confused as to what is really going on in Cowichan Valley Regional District circles. Your article states Mr. Jones is leaving “without cause,” but says it is a personnel matter. Then Mr. Jones states there is a “great bunch” of staff at the regional district. What is going on, as he isn’t retiring? I’m confused. Ron MacLean Chemainus
Sign campaign hardly shows democratic virtue
Dear editor Re: the anti-Fraser/Hutchinson signs in Shawnigan Village. “Free speech?” That is what you
We asked you: “Are you OK with the new Cowichan hospital being built on land currently used as pasture?” You answered:
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North Cowichan councillor John Koury reacts to budget discussion in the council chamber March 5, discussion that ended with his motion to cap the tax increase at 1% being defeated and Koury being warned by the mayor to follow proper protocol. call it? Anonymously, under the cover of darkness, plastering banners all over our village warning Bruce Fraser “not to bend over,” in lovely Grade 7 class-election lettering? At least some of the whispering cabal thwarted at the polls, try to make a point or two amidst their obsessive clamouring personal attacks on Bruce Fraser. Those of us who are actually attempting to do something to bring about change should thank you. Invariably, when these juvenile antics are perpetrated on our community, the signs garner far more attention when they are stolen, shot at, or defaced with paint. In this case it prompts some of the electorate to actually find out what our CVRD elected rep “has been doing” for us. For those of us who know, it reminds us to thank him before his well-earned retirement, leaving the thankless job to those of you who have all the answers, assuming you can get people to vote for you. Sally Davies Shawnigan Lake
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Hospital site should be all about location
Dear editor Location, location, location. If there is any land available near the corner of the Trans-Canada Highway and Highway 18, the proposed new hospital with trees growing around it for a sound barrier against road noise would be an ideal setting for patient recovery and accessiblitity from the farthest reaches of the Cowichan district. Clifford David Phillips Duncan
A bit of belt-tightening is not going to hurt anyone
Dear editor Re: North Cowichan’s decision to reject a 1% cap on tax increases. From my observation I can’t see anyone would suffer from a little belt-tightening and a reduction in taxes. Tim Openshaw
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Dear editor I read with interest the comments on the smaller tax increases as written in your paper. The quote was “Council’s average tax hike from 2004 to 2011 was 5.4%.” I’m not sure what the reference is here, but my property tax increase (as confirmed by the municipality) from 2004 to 2011 was 49%. For the period 2009 to 2012 it was 93%. My home’s assessed value did not change. This does not include amounts paid for garbage, sewer, water etc. It would appear somebody’s math is not correct.
Dear editor Re: the Mar. 5 Our take: “Ford Road site best of available RCMP options.” You might be able to live with this ill-conceived spot for a police station, but it is the taxpayers of this community who will be on the hook for this white elephant. Derrick Marven comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com
Ford Road site doesn’t make fiscal sense
Dear editor So it was a foregone conclusion after all, to remove the Ford Road land from agricultural status (after all it’s for future government use) and ignore the other practical and possibly cheaper possibilities for a new police station. One million for this site plus other extras, after all it is only money. What would be the cost of the Koksilah or Somenos sites? Is there any fiscal thought put into this project at all? George Manners Cowichan Bay
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1960: essays
by Ann Andersen
Local winners of a C.N.I.B. essay contest who received prizes donated by local C.N.I.B. chairman Hector Stone were Victor Erickson and Sharon Hayes, Cowichan High School; and Robin Thomas, Chemainus Junior-Senior High School.
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Completing 20 years’ service on the board of directors of King’s Daughters’ Hospital, E. W. Lee said he looked forward to the new district hospital. He first joined the board as city representative when mayor of Duncan in 1940.
Fire of unknown origin destroyed the farmhouse of Genoa Bay Farm, home to Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Lines. W. Alfred Bazett, chief of the Maple Bay fire department estimated the loss of the two-storey frame building and contents at about $30,000.
Job watchers pleased with Cowichan stats Dateline 1960: Federal incentive supplies work
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ack when residents kept an eye on valley unemployment through regular Leader reports, a Cowichan Winter Employment Committee participated in the push to provide jobs throughout the year. At its last meeting of 1960, it heard from R. S. Robinson, manager of Duncan U.I.C. and employment office that 146 additional local jobs had been provided through a federal incentive to keep up employment in the off-season. Winter unemployment, Robinson said, was at its lowest since 1955: his office claimload of workers at the end of February of 813 men and 234 women was far less than the January numbers. Local 1-80, I.W.A. president George Smythe warned some jobs would not require replacement in the logging industry because automation was making itself felt, and new equipment was constantly appearing. For example, the steel spar, considered a comparatively new acquisition, looked as if it would make way for a new plastic spar on the market. Led by committee chairman Rev. W. E. Greenhalgh, discussion followed on the need for a joint committee of employment service with teachers and parents aimed at encouraging students not to drop out of school before qualifying to take vocational or apprenticeship courses.
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LOST AND FOUND
Denied Long-Term Disability BeneďŹ ts or Other Insurance?
You can make a difference...
LOST 8LB Chihuahua who is 17 years old and is a tan/black dog with aging white hair on head/tail with non-traditional ears has gone missing from Lewis St (by the ambulance station). If seen or found please call (250)746-8216. The News Leader Pictorial office is holding several sets of “foundâ€? keysâ€?, since March 2003. Stop into the office and see if any belong to you. #2-5380 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan, next to BuckerďŹ elds
If YES, call or email for your
FREE LEGAL CONSULTATION
Invites you to a New Princess Cruises Event! Tuesday, April 1st - 7:00-8:30 pm Travelodge Silverbridge Inn, Duncan RSVP 250-746-8088 or Toll Free 1-888-918-7934
Celebrations
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ANNIVERSARIES PAT & LEO SHIELDS 60th Wedding Anniversary married at Centennial United Church Victoria, 1954.
BIRTHS
and protect your right to compensation. 778.588.7049 Toll Free: 1.888.988.7052 Julie@LawyersWest.ca www.LawyersWest.ca
BIRTHS
John, Kari Blaine and big brother Brayden wish to announce the arrival of our daughter and sister,
Isabel Halle Baline
4 Food Banks, Wavaw & The Salvation Army.
We also accept all other denominations as well as pennies.
Our sincere “Thank you� to all for supporting “Pennies for Presents� You may drop off your donations to:
The News Leader Pictorial, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm, #2 – 5380 Trans Canada Highway, Duncan, BC Before the penny is gone, let’s make them count!
Save the Bread Van!
Did you know that the Cowichan Food Connection, which operates the Bread Van, relies on public donations to FUEL the Van? Our fuel bill alone is over $2000/month and many months we do not have the necessary funds & the bills are piling up. Every week we deliver in upwards of 3000 loaves of bread and baked goods throughout the Cowichan Valley. It is all donated to people who would otherwise go hungry (schools, Food Banks, Seniors Centres, & many more). Go to cowichanfoodconnection.com to find out how you can help or contact the secretary, Kim Sayer at 250-856-0046 for more information.
“DigniďŹ ed access to food for allâ€?
LEGALS NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE ESTATE OF LYLE EDWARD SORBIE, DECEASED, LATE OF COBBLE HILL, BC, WHO DIED JANUARY 02, 2014. TAKE NOTICE that all persons having claims upon the estate of the above named must file with the undersigned Executor by the 18th day of April, 2014, a full statement of their claims and of securities held by them. Brian Part Executor 6444 McKenzie Drive Duncan, BC V9L 5R9
LOST AND FOUND
WE’RE ON THE WEB
LOST: men’s prescription eye glasses in black case, lost on Sunday, March 2 in the Duncan area. If found please call 250-701-1660
TENDERS
TENDERS
TRAVEL GETAWAYS LONG BEACH - Ucluelet Deluxe waterfront cabin, sleeps 6, BBQ. Spring Special. 2 nights $239 or 3 nights $299 Pets Okay. Rick 604-306-0891
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS FOODSAFE AT Island Savings Centre, Mar 29th & April 26th, courses 8:30-4:30 $70. 250746-4154 www.saferfood.ca
HELP WANTED • ARCHITECTURAL SHEET METAL WORKERS • FLAT ROOFERS
WANTED
Vancouver Island and Lower Mainland opportunities. Top Wages & BeneďŹ ts. Relocation costs paid to qualiďŹ ed applicants. E-mail: hiring@ parkerjohnston.com or Call: (1)250-382-9181
FREE
The City of Duncan invites tenders for the construction of an emergency well chlorination syĆ?ƚĞž Ä¨Ĺ˝ĆŒ ƚŚĞ Ĺ?ƚLJ͛Ć? WŽƚĂÄ?ĹŻÄž tÄ‚ĆšÄžĆŒ ^ƾƉƉůLJ ÍžtĞůů No. 3 and Well No. 4).
Unit 2 5380 Trans Canada Hwy, B.C. V9L 6W4 Telephone 746-4471, Fax 746-8529 ofďŹ ce@cowichannewsleader.com
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Excellent customer relations skills Good computer proficiency Multi-skilling abilities A can-do attitude Accounting Skills The position offers an attractive compensation package including a fully company paid benefits program.
Please send your resume to the attention of Chuck Richardson at chuck@paciďŹ cenergy.net
Or deliver in person to 2975 Allenby Rd., Duncan.
DISHWASHER REQUIRED for Chemainus Theater, approx 20-25hrs/week, self-starter, meals provided. Above minimum wage. Phone Steve at 246-9806 ext 719. Vehicle a must. EXPERIENCED bartenders & servers req’d for busy summer season, apply w/ resume to Bryant @ the Bay Pub,1695 Cowichan Bay Rd
$2%!-).'Ă–OFĂ–AĂ–NEWĂ–CAREER
INVITATION TO TENDER EMERGENCY WELL CHLORINATION REFERENCE NO: D-24411.00
OfďŹ ce Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Pacific Energy, a leader in the hearth manufacturing industry, seeks a motivated individual to join the Customer Service Team. You’ll need some or all of the following attributes to be successful in the role:
SWEEPER OPERATOR/ MANAGER for the Cowichan area & north to Nanaimo. Fax resume to: 1(250)655-4895.
Special thanks to Daddy, Nana, Dr. Rimmer, Dr. Beaudet, Marcie and the maternity staff at CDH.
As proud parents, you are entitled to one FREE classiďŹ ed ad in The Cowichan News Leader to announce your baby’s arrival! (Photos may be added for $15.00 plus tax) Please visit our ofďŹ ce for a birth announcement form.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
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.
on Sept. 14, 2013 at 12:06 pm, weighing 8 lbs 11 1/2 ozs in Duncan.
Birth Announcements
HELP WANTED
Contract documents will be available on March 13, 2014 after 3 pm upon payment of a nonrefundable amount of $105, including GST, during normal business hours at the offices of Opus DaytonKnight Consultants Ltd. at the following address: Opus DaytonKnight Consultants Ltd., 210-899 Harbourside Drive, North Vancouver, BC, V7P 3S1, Tel: 604-9904800. The contract documents are available for viewing during normal business hours at City Hall, 200 Craig Street, Duncan, BC, V9L 1W3. A limited number of copies will be available to purchase upon payment of a non-refundable amount of $105, including GST. Tenders must be accompanied by a Certified Cheque or Bid Bond in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the Tender Price, made payable to the City of Duncan. A Performance Bond and a Labour and Materials Payment Bond, each in an amount equal to Fifty Percent (50%) of the Tender Sum, or an Irrevocable Letter of Credit in the amount of 20% of the total amount of the contract will be required from the successful tenderer. Tenders must be submitted in a sealed envelope Ä?ĹŻÄžÄ‚ĆŒĹŻÇ‡ ĹľÄ‚ĆŒĹŹÄžÄš Íž ĹľÄžĆŒĹ?ĞŜÄ?LJ tĞůů ĹšĹŻĹ˝ĆŒĹ?ŜĂƚĹ?ŽŜ Í´ Well #3 and Well #4, Reference No. D-ĎŽĎ°Ď°ĎĎÍ˜ĎŹĎŹÍ&#x; and must be received at the City Hall, 200 Craig Street, Duncan, BC, V9L 1W3 no later than 3:00 p.m. local time, April 3, 2014.
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HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
Z Wd/KE/^dÍŹK&&/ > Z< The City of Duncan invites applications from candidates with proven skills, qualifications, and abilities for the position of Receptionist/Office Clerk. The successful candidate will perform a broad range of administrative, reception, customer service and office duties. As the ideal candidate, you will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public and a solid knowledge of computer systems. For a complete description, including desired education, skills and abilities; please visit our website at www.duncan.caÍ• Ä?ĹŻĹ?Ä?ĹŹ ŽŜ Íš Ĺ?ƚLJ ,Ä‚ĹŻĹŻÍ› ĂŜĚ ƚŚĞŜ ŽŜ Íš:Ĺ˝Ä?Ć?Í›. This is a Canadian Union of Public Employees Í´ Local 358 union position with an hourly rate of $26.00 (2013 rate) plus benefits. Qualified applicants are invited to submit their detailed resume, containing full details of education, training and experience, date available, and three references, IN CONFIDENCE by 3:00 p.m. Monday, March 24, 2014 to the attention of Talitha Soldera Í´ Director of Finance, City of Duncan, 200 Craig Street, Duncan, B.C., V9L 1W3 or by email to talitha@duncan.ca .
HELP WANTED
Now Accepting Applications
BARISTA
To join our vegetarian Garage kitchen
Call Susan or Jamie 250-748-6223
Duncan Garage PACIFIC ENERGY PRODUCTION WORKERS / MIG WELDERS Pacific Energy, a leading manufacturer of quality wood and gas stoves, has immediate openings for production metal workers and welder thanks to increased demand for new products Competitive wage rates, a comprehensive benefits program fully paid by the company are all reasons to consider a career at Pacific Energy.
Please deliver your resume in person to 2975 Allenby Rd., Duncan to the attention of Chuck Richardson or come in and ďŹ ll out an application form.
MEDICAL/DENTAL BUSY FAMILY practice clinic looking for MOA to fill a full time position. Experience with EMR and strong office skills would be an asset. Apply with resume and ref’s to File A964, c/o NewsLeader Pictorial, 2-5380 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan, BC V9L 6W4
TRADES, TECHNICAL AUTOMOTIVE Technician needed immediately in Vernon BC. We are a busy independent shop doing all types of diagnosing, maintenance and repairs. Wages are $25/hr but negotiable. We are located in the desirable North Okanagan. obcauto@gmail.com 250-545-3378
JOURNEYMAN HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC is required for coastal logging operations near Woss, BC. Year round employment with full benefits. Further details can be found at www.hdlogging.com Please fax resume to 250-287-9259. NANAIMO Foundry & Engineering is seeking Ticketed Steel Fabricators. CWB, FCAW and Heavy Welding Wire an asset. Fax resumes to 250-416-0366 or drop off at 3528 Smiley Rd, Chemainus BC.
VOLUNTEERS COWICHAN FOOD CONNECTION (THE BREAD VAN) NEEDS YOUR HELP! CFC is looking for a volunteer bookkeeper to sit on our Board of Directors as Treasurer. If you have an accounting background & 1-2 hours per month spare time please contact: Bill Macadam 250-856-0048 or email publisher@ cowichannewsleader.com Every week CFC delivers hundreds of loaves of bread, from Mill Bay to Ladysmith, to people who would otherwise go hungry (schools, food banks, seniors centres, and many more) Go to
http://cowichanfoodconnection.com
to find out how you can help!
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: office@cowichannewsleader.com
to apply for this worthwhile cause.
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Friday, March 21, 2014
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
REAL ESTATE
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
WORK WANTED
GARAGE SALES
GARAGE SALES
DUPLEX/4-PLEX
APARTMENT/CONDO
APARTMENT/CONDO
APARTMENT/CONDO
HUSBAND FOR HIRE. Nothing but the best. Carpenter, plumber, painter, electrician, pressure washing. Just ask my wife! Call 250-746-4493 or 250-709-1111
COBBLE HILL: 1108 Chapman Rd. (@ Boyles Rd), Sat., Mar. 22nd, 9-4pm. & Sun., Mar. 23rd , 9-1pm. Moving- 1st move in 37 yrs, lots of stuff to go, cheap! Rain or shine!
GARAGE SALES * Great bargains
OPEN HOUSE- Sat & Sun, every weekend, 1-4pm. New Duplex For Sale, Duncan, at 5909 Stonehaven Dr. in Stone Manor Estate’s (near Hospital) 1850sq.ft. 3 bdrms, 3.5 baths, 5 appls and much more, $295,000. Also New Home For Sale: 5887 Stonehaven Dr, 2050 sq ft, 2 bdrm + den + rec room heat pump, 5 appls, central vac, $364,500. near hospital. Quality homes at an affordable price. Call Gord (250)7101947.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE FURNITURE QUEEN MATTRESS SET! Pillowtop Style. Brand New. $200. (250)713-9680 TWO MATCHING Lazboy recliners. Clean, grey/brown fabric. $200/pair obo. Phone 250246-1481
DUNCAN: IODE Garage Sale, St. John’s Hall, Jubilee St. Sat Mar 22, 9-12. Household goods, appliances, garden tools, linens, home baking. Bargains! Bargains! Something for everyone!
* All local, in COWICHAN!
DUNCAN: Sat/Sun Mar 22/23 10-3, 6487 Ford Rd (off Drinkwater). NO EARLY BIRDS Something for everyone!
GARAGE SALES
455 Alderlea St.
• great location just steps from downtown • 5 appliances including insuite laundry • elevator • secured entry • large sunny balconies • creative floor plans • adult 55+ • 1 1/2 bathrooms
FOR SALE BY OWNER
PARENTS UNITE
GARAGE SALE Huge event with 66 tables of children’s toys, clothing & family goods. 9:00 - 12 noon Island Savings Centre Multi-Purpose Hall Tables still available: $20 For more info call: 250-748-7529
From $850.00 per month 250-597-2219 or 250-733-9894
DUNCAN- ONLY $364,500. 2 bdrms+ den, 2.5 bath, supersized rec room, open concept, oak flrs, stainless steel appls. RV parking. (250)710-1947.
HOMES FOR RENT
Rumage Sale
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Sat. Mar. 22 & Sun. Mar. 23 8 am - 3 pm Rain or Shine! Terrace Room in Printingdun Beanery 341 First Ave, Ladysmith
NOW HIRING
Western Forest Products Inc. is an integrated Canadian forest products company located on Vancouver Island that is committed the safety of employees, the culture of performance and the discipline to achieve results.
HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC (Northern Vancouver Island)
(Agent for the Owner) Office: 250-748-9090 rowanproperty@shaw.ca
FORESTRY CLERK
Port McNeill (Term – 15 months)
GRAPPLE YARDER OPERATOR (Holberg Forest Operation)
Detailed job postings can be viewed at
www.westernforest.com/business-value/our-people-employment/careers
We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive beneĂ°ts package. If you believe that you have the skills and qualiĂ°cations, and want to experience the special West Coast lifestyle reply in conĂ°dence to: Human Resources Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611 Email: resumes@westernforest.com
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
Get your wallet and your LEGS
in SHAPE
Permanent Carriers Required On The Following Routes: 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)
MILL BAY
304140 – Blairgowrie, Boompond, Deloume, 824922 Frayne, Gatewheel, Kinfauns, Kinnoull (37 papers) 304145 – Deloume, Gillespie, Marie, McClaren, Pratt, Stubbs, Tutor (33 papers) *all paper counts are approximates
CALL LARA NOW
250-856-0047
LADYSMITH 55+ patio the end unit. Immac 2BR 2WR. Spiffy Kit. Jenn-Air Stovetop + Electrolux Wall Oven. 1 pet ok. $259500. 250-924-4398.
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!
Fender Precision Bass MIM guitar with Fender case; PRS Budweiser Ltd. Edition electric guitar; Epiphone Les Paul; Yzerman Team Canada Bauer Authentic hockey jersey with fight strap; Yamaha Recorder; Security Cameras; Die Cast Model Car Classics; Armstrong 4001 Clarinet with case; Mauthe Mantle Clock Westminster Chime; A.R.T. M Three condensor microphone; Motorola Radius M1225 VHF 20-channel radio with antenna; Zippo Desk Lighter. 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? HUSQVARNA RIDER (18AWD/3 blades) 4 yrs old, $3,200 obo. TROY-BUILT tiller (with manuals), Horse model H60, $400 obo. Construction ladder, 12’-24’ telescoping, $45. Memorex turntable CD/cassette recorder, $40. Variety of fishing rods & reels, best offer. 250-746-7238 Power Chair, new batteries, asking $1200. (250)746-8428
REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/CONDOS NANAIMO WATERFRONT 2nd floor condo. 1500 sq.ft. LR/DR/2bdrms with view, den, gas FP, secure bldg. 2 underground parking spaces. Maintenance fee includes hot water/gas/landscaping. 1 pet OK. View anytime. $339,900 Reduced to $329,000. (250)7539123
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL FOR Lease: 2600 sqft at 360 Duncan St. Cowichan Green Community purchased the Phoenix Hotel and repurposed it with apartments upstairs and commercial/office on the main floor. This space is perfect for offices or retail. Be in the heart of downtown and part of this fabulous vision for a revitalized neighbourhood space. 250748-8506
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HOMES FOR RENT
ROWAN PROPERTY MANAGEMENT LTD.
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE FABRIC Upholstered chesterfield & arm chair, office size leather computer chair. All in ex cond. 250-715-0112
Available Immediately!
Apartment
Saturday, April 12
CHEMAINUS LEGION Flea Market. Sundays 9am-2pm. Vendors welcome! (250)9248481. There will be no Market on Sun March 30.
Duncan’s Best Condominium
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
LOTS COMMERCIAL LOT in Downtown Duncan. $170,000. 250247-7208
RECREATIONAL PROPERTY
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 appls, gated underground parking, $850/mo. Call 250-748-6679. DUNCAN in town, avail now. Quiet 2 bdrm. 5 appl, $900. 250-246-6626, 250-746-4016 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. $650+ hydro. Call (250)882-3149.
MAPLE GROVE APTS~ 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 _____________________
Call (250) 710-7515 to view www.meicorproperty.com 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
Oceanfront, Surfside RV Resort! This 1 bdrm, 40 ft Woodland Park Model sits on one of the most desirable lots in this family orientated park, steps from the pool, hot tub, tennis court, beach & clubhouse. 300 sq.ft. sunroom. 4x6 storage shed, stunning ocean and mountain views & ZERO Maintenance! Membership paid to the end of 2029. $59,900. Live for $260/m. (250) 240-3574
RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO
MUST VIEW Mountain View Terrace Estates
3420 Auchinachie Road ---------------------------------1 bdrm bright & spacious, newly renovated. Available now! Free heat & hot water.
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Resident managers on site
CALL NOW 250-748-3321
1 Bdrm Renovated Apartments
Quiet & Secure Overlooks lovely gardens. Seniors Welcome!
Royal Alexander Apts
2575 Alexander St., Duncan
(250)746-6442
www.theroyalalexander.ca CROFTON- 2 bdrm apt, $750. 5 appls, 2 floor. Refs req’d. 1 pet considered. N/S preferred. Avail now. 250-709-1379.
âœ˛ 3rd Floor âœ˛1 bedroom Quiet, well maintained building. Central location. Professional on-site management. Heat & H/W incld. Free Telus Internet for 1 year. $625.
Call 250-748-1304.
ž 1792 Owl Rd, Shawnigan Lake $595 1 BR bachelor suite/2 apps/patio ž 625 Walkem Rd, Ladysmith $595 1 BR lower suite/2 apps/shared ldry/gas fp ž 205-2515 Alexander St, Duncan $650 %5 DSW DSSV UHQRҋG KRW ZDWHU LQFO ž 208-2515 Alexander St, Duncan $650 1 BR apartment/2 apps/hot water incl. ž 1630 Escarpment Way, Duncan $695 1 BR lower suite/6 apps/heat & hydro incl. ž 214-2515 Alexander St, Duncan $700 2 BR apartment/2 apps/hot water incl. ž 103-369 McKinstry Rd, Duncan $725 1 BR apartment/5 apps/patio/adult orient. ž 6-2516 Alexander St, Duncan $750 2 BR upper floor apartment/4 apps ž 301-2525 Dingwall St, Duncan $750 2 BR ground floor condo/4 apps/sep. entry ž 3-5803 Banks Rd, Duncan $800 %5 EWK WRZQKRXVH DSSV GHQ UHQRҋG ž 31-3025 Cowichan Lk Rd, Duncan $825 2 BR 1.5 bth townhouse/5 apps/wood fp ž 360 Bundock Ave, Duncan $800-$875 1 BR apartment/5 apps/senior friendly ž 1858 Maple Bay Rd, Duncan $900 2 BR upper suite/4 apps/close to Mtn & Lk ž 103-3000A Oak St, Chemainus $900 2 BR 2 bth condo/5 apps/fp/patio/19+ bld ž 3188A Gilana Pl, Duncan $950 2 BR cottage/4 apps/patio/fully fenced yard ž 47-941 Malone Rd, Ladysmith $975 3 BR 2.5 bth townhouse/5 apps/carport ž 10-711 Malone Rd, Ladysmith $1025 3 BR 1.5 bth townhouse/5 apps/fenced ž 12-8 White St, Ladysmith $1050 2 BR 2 bth condo/6 apps/strg unit/elec. fp ž 5209 Hykawy Rd, Duncan $1095 3 BR 1.5 bth duplex/4 apps/bsmt/garage ž 1-640 Brownsey Ave, Duncan $1100 3 BR 2 bth home/4 apps/den/carport ž 5869 Highland Ave, Duncan $1295 3 BR 2 bth duplex/6 apps/shed/large yard ž 2447 Renfrew Rd, Shawn. Lk $1325 3 BR 1.5 bth log home/5 apps/1.5 acre/fp ž 1648 Grant Rd, Duncan $1350 %5 EWK KRPH DSSV DFUH ISҋV ž 10036 Victoria Rd, Chemainus $1395 3 BR 2 bth home/6 apps/fp/garage/fenced ž 460 Arbutus Ave W., Duncan $1400 4 BR 1.5 bth home/5 apps/fenced/garage ž 1785 Cowichan Bay Rd, Cow Bay $1495 %5 EWK VWLOW KRPH DSSV ҋ GRFN IS ž 10103 Victoria Rd, Chemainus $1500 3 BR 3 bth home/8 apps/in-law suite/wd fp ž 946 Gillespie Pl, Mill Bay $1595 2 BR 1.5 bth home/5 apps/huge bonus rm $1950 ž 1792 Owl Rd, Shawnigan Lake 3 BR 2 bth home on acreage/6 apps/barn
Friday, March 21, 2014
Cowichan News Pictorial Leader PictorialB11 B11 Fri, Mar 21, 2014 Cowichan News Leader
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
TRANSPORTATION
TRANSPORTATION
APARTMENT/CONDO
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
MISCELLANEOUS FOR RENT
OFFICE/RETAIL
RV PADS
AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS
CARS
SHAUGHNESSY ~ GARDENS ~
1802SQ FT COMMERCIAL SPACE for lease, Highway frontage - just north of Duncan $5.50/sq ft + proportionate share of common expenses. Available April 1.
MUST VIEW Mountain View
DUNCAN: RETAIL/OFFICE space for lease, highway exposure, A/C, ample parking. 250-746-5657 or 748-8671
COBBLE HILL: Small service RV pad on farm land. Call (250)743-4392.
3251 Cowichan Lake Rd.
Clean 1 & 2 bdrm units. Full size fridge, stove & dishwasher. Carpet & linoleum, window coverings, fireplace. Quiet, well maintained bldg with elevator & sauna. Pet friendly. Close to schools & Hospitals. CALL TO VIEW 250.710.7515 250.748.3412 www.meicorproperty.com
SPRINGRIDGE MANOR Has a new look!
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 Available Now
Call Harold (250)732-1839
APARTMENTS FURNISHED MILL BAY waterfront- Near shopping centre, furnished bachelor suite, above garage. NS/NP, $700. utils incld’d. Call (250)743-5199.
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL --------1000 sq’ - 7000 sq’ Store front with excellent exposure, overhead doors, ample parking, available now. --------Please call (250)748-9622 to view
250-709 0576.
Terrace Estates
3420 Auchinachie Road ---------------------------------1 bdrm bright & spacious, newly renovated. Available now! Free heat & hot water.
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HIGHWAY FRONTAGE 2.5 acres, complete with 5,500 sqft office/shop 2928 Sprott Rd Available June 1
250-710-1755 COTTAGES
COBBLE HILL- 1 bdrm BUNK house, like mobile home, not fancy, but warm. On farm property. (250)743-4392. MILL BAY Waterfront: 1 bdrm, all new thermal windows, NS/NP. Avail. immed. Ref’s. $875/mo. Call (250)743-4797.
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES DUNCAN: 2 bdrm, 1 ba, SxS duplex, 4 appl, in town, small fenced yard. $650/mo. April 1. Home is for sale but guaranteed occupancy. 250-7466708 DUNCAN- CLOSE to schools & town, 5 Bdrms sxs, 2.5 bath, W/D hook-up. Pets? Available now. Call (250)748-4285. DUNCAN, Quiet 3 bdrm upper, 1.5 baths, 5 appl’s. Fenced yard. NS/NP. $1275 incl’s util. Apr 1. 250-748-9059
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CALL NOW 250-748-3321 HOMES FOR RENT
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March ends with the Crofton jazz series deciding it’s time to show you who’s the boss. Conn Stewart leads the white hot bop/hard bop Boss Tenors quintet on the fourth stop of their 2014 Unsafe Sax Island Tour, March 30. The afternoon promises a showcase of some of the great acts and battles of the dual tenor sax repertoire, including works from Gene Am-
mons and Sonny Stitt, Eddie Lockjaw Davis and Johnny Griffin, Dexter Gordon and Wardell Gray, Coleman Hawkins and Ben Webster, and John Coltrane and Sonny Rollins. The Boss Tenors feature Stewart and Dan Craven (left) on saxes, Patrick Courtin on piano, Andrew Janusson on guitar and James Mcrae on drums. “If you love the sound of two tenor saxo-
phones in spirited battle or achingly beautiful harmony, backed by a killing rhythm section, and a highly entertaining act that keeps a smile on audience faces, you won’t want to miss this!” the media release states. The weekly jazz series runs every Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Crofton Hotel. Admission is $10. For information, call 250-324-2245.
High-society high jinks flower during Jeeves In Bloom Peter W. Rusland
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ou can’t fool Mother Nature, nor Jeeves. The canny valet to English dandy Bertie Wooster comically displays his wiles in Chemainus Theatre’s comical romp Jeeves In Bloom, budding on March 21. Toronto-based actor Warren Bain explained he’s happily making his valley theatre debut as Wooster, opposite stage veteran Bernard Cuffling as Jeeves — and director Mark Dumez’s tight cast of quirky characters. “We’re all perfecting our British accents — except (U.K. natives) Bernard, and Ian Farthing.” “What drew me to this play was its adaptation (by Margaret Raether) of P.G. Wodehouse’s story; he wrote a vast library on Jeeves and Wooster,” said Bain, calling Jeeves “a gentleman’s gentleman.” But Jeeves is also a mystery man “with all of the answers, all of the time.” His insight helps Wooster wiggle through the mild insanity imbuing JIB. “This is clever, fast, and witty with lots of physical humour; it’s farce with a backbone,” said Bain. Bloom’s spine winds around Wooster’s pal, Gussie Fink-Nottle (Jesse Martyn), a pet-newt nut who falls for socialite Madeline Basset (Ella Simon). “Gussie comes to Bertie for advice about women; he’s (actually) come to talk to Jeeves because Jeeves knows
everything. “Jeeves can fix everything, but Bertie thinks he can fix everything.” The wrench drops in during a visit to the countryside estate of Brinkley Court. “That’s when things start getting complicated with Madeline; she falls for Bertie, but I want her to fall in love with Gussie. “At the same time,” Bain explained, “my aunt, Dahlia Travers (Linda Goranson), wants me to help her steal the Travers’ diamonds, which are hers, so she can pay for a women’s magazine she publishes.” Mix in an angry French chef (Farthing), Dahlia’s grouchy husband Thomas Travers (Farthing also), plus some escaped newts, and viola — romantic comedy. “Mayhem ensues in a wonderfully bubbly way,” said Bain, who relates to Wooster the nice rooster. “He’s my age, an aristocrat who avoids getting married. Bertie would rather hang out at the boys’ club, and get into mayhem and mischief. “Bertie’s not a snob. He’s a confirmed bachelor, but he has a slew of aunts playing matchmaker.” Still, Wooster’s no cad, added Bain. “He’s a very nice guy; wonderfully proper, with manners and decorum.” Jeeves keeps that way. “Jeeves is where we get all our ideas of an archetypical butler, even though he’s a valet.” Your ticket What: Jeeves In Bloom When: March 21 to April 26 Where: Chemainus Theatre Tickets: Call 250-246-9800
Peter W. Rusland
Warren Bain (right) makes his valley theatre debut as Bertie Wooster, opposite stage veteran Bernard Cuffling as Jeeves, and Ella Simon as Madeline in Jeeves In Bloom.
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