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1,000-square-foot barn packed with hay was lost during Friday afternoon’s fire in Glenora. Duncan fire chief Mike McKinlay explained the lean-to structure at 4815 Marshall Rd. was wrapped in flames when his crew of 21 arrived at around 3:10 p.m. The fire also crept into some nearby trees. City firefighters and four Duncan fire hall rigs were backed by three members of Cowichan Bay’s hall and a fire truck. “They (owners) lost the contents and the hay,” chief McKinlay said, noting there were no injuries during the blaze, nor vehicles burned inside the barn. The fire has been ruled accidental, as officials believe a mower spark may have ignited the inferno.
Duncan firefighters respond to a fire at 4815 Marshall Road in Glenora at 3:10 p.m. Friday. A structure full of hay caught fire and flames spread to nearby trees.
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orns of passing motorists were honking more frequently and boisterously along Cowichan Valley picket lines Tuesday, as news of a tentative deal between the B.C. Teachers’ Federation and the provincial government spread. Most greeted the news with optimism while details remained sketchy about the agreement worked out between the parties to get students back into school as early as Monday. “I’m just anxiously waiting to see what (BCTF president) Jim Iker has negotiated,’’ said Brenda Reed, early learning co-ordinator for School District 79. “If we were willing to agree to binding arbitration, at least our president has had some say in what’s going to be in the contract. And kids need to be back in (school). We all need to be
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Ratification needed: details pending, but it appears public school students will return to class next week back in.’’ Three weeks chopped off the start of the 2014-15 school year because of the dispute is the last thing anyone expected. “It’s been too long,’’ said Reed. “As soon as we get in there, the better. We’re already a day too late.’’ The mood of the picketing teachers took a sudden uplift after bargaining into the wee hours of Tuesday morning at a Richmond hotel produced the tentative deal. “There’s lots of smiles and a relief feeling,’’ said Reed. A ratification vote among the 40,000 BCTF
members will take place Thursday. “I haven’t seen anything in writing from the BCTF on what the deal entails,’’ said Cowichan District Teachers’ Association president Naomi Nilsson. Negotiators were firming up items in the agreement at press time and Nilsson expected some of the details to be known by Tuesday night. The CDTA was organizing an executive meeting for Wednesday to plan on getting the voting process out to the masses. “I think we should say hopeful with anticipation and teachers are ready to get back,’’ said Cathy Benstead, a Grade 1 teacher at Alexan-
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der Elementary. “We stood out here long and strong,’’ said Alexander Elementary School kindergarten teacher Kate Johnston. “I don’t think we were going to give in to an agreement that doesn’t suit children.’’ Support for the striking teachers from the community has been strong, both Benstead and Johnston said. “A lot of people were stopping and saying ‘hold in there, we believe in you,’’’ said Johnston. “It’s kept us going.’’ Administrators were also hailing the end of the dispute. “I am thrilled we will soon be opening schools,’’ noted SD 79 superintendent Joe Rhodes. He indicated a conference call later Tuesday was expected to shed more light on the situation. “We’ve already talked to the district about some sort of return-to-work plan,’’ said Nilsson. more on page 10
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More names are starting to emerge for November’s upcoming municipal elections. But at least one familiar name will not be among them. North Cowichan Councillor Jennifer Woike has declared she will not be seeking re-election. She’s recently been elected to the B.C. Egg Marketing Board and has decided she won’t be
able to do each job justice if she is doing both. One person who is running for a council seat in North Cowichan is government policy analyst and News Leader Pictorial columnist Robert Douglas. Meanwhile, in the CVRD, Loren Duncan has just announced he intends to put his name forward for a sixth consecutive term as Sahtlam/
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Glenora CVRD director, a position he’s held for 15 years. And Dwight International School teacher Sonia Furstenau, an active opponent of the South Island Aggregate contaminated soil permit in Shawnigan Lake, has announced her intention to run for the area’s seat on the CVRD board.
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-day for the drying Cowichan River could arrive as soon as Oct. 18. Unless significant rainfall happens in the next month, that is the projected date river flows will slow to a point unable to sustain operations at the Crofton mill. Numbers crunched by engineers Kerr Wood Leidal signal the arid
Rain needed in the next month: or zero storage point threatens operations at Crofton Mill
river could hit zero storage at the bottom of Cowichan Lake’s weir at that point under current conditions and a current flow of 4.5 cubic metres per second, river conservationist Parker Jefferson said Tuesday. “If it goes to 4 CMS, Crofton mill has to shut down, and that’s a big deal,” Jefferson said, noting 600-some jobs would be idle while Catalyst’s pulp-and-paper customers
could look elsewhere. “We’re not exactly sure what will happen at zero storage. It’s uncharted territory.” Rain expected this week may push the closure date back, but both the Weather Network, and Chemainus’ volunteer weather observer Chris Carrs expect Thursday showers to be followed by sun and cloud into the weekend.
Rodger Hunter of the Cowichan Watershed Board tours the Cowichan Lake weir last month. He thinks managing late-winter andearly-spring flows better is key to a long-term fix of the ailing Cowichan River.
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toring more spring-runoff behind Cowichan Lake’s weir won’t win this summer’s battle against drought, or probably next year’s either, officials indicate. But last week’s Cowichan Valley Regional District decision to finally approve a seven-yearold recommendation that could lead to the raising of the weir may eventually help ensure
reliable downstream water supplies for thirsty residents, Crofton mill owners, and fish habitat. CVRD directors hope to wage war against climate change’s effects on a parched Cowichan River by working with senior governments, Cowichan Tribes, One Cowichan, the mill and other stakeholders to boost Cowichan Lake’s storage capacity, as called for in the 2007 Cowichan Basin Water Management Plan. Strategies will see technical consultants study optics of raising the lake’s weir, and other ways to release and store more water. Those studies
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That means studying to “make sure everything is going to work well. Now there’s a clear go-ahead for the CVRD to spent money on analysis.” Taxpayer study costs were unknown by press time. So were potential effects on lake properties if more water is stored to drain drought woes. That’s why Lake Cowichan Councillor Tim McGonigle voted against Wednesday’s motion — and Youbou-Meade Creek Director Pat Weaver, a lake resident, intended to object but was distracted during voting. McGonigle said his mix of nixes spanned gaining crucial senior-government authority to raise the weir or take other storage actions; costly liability if lake properties are hurt by lake storage, and hundreds of owners sue the CVRD; and vague technical knowledge about how best to store more water. “I had concerns I didn’t have all the information and couldn’t make a sound decision,” he said. Nor could Weaver. She worried about “the perfect storm” of a deep spring snow pack and heavy rains that could flood her home, again. “Would they compensate us?” Weaver asked. “About 300 property owners share my concerns; would there be too much water, or not enough? “The weir’s been there 50 years, so what condition is it in? Can the CVRD get control, and who gives permission to raise the weir and put AND PREVEN in pumps?” Miller had no answers either. Wemuch service a “I wish I had a crystal ball to tell me- how water we need, and how to get it,” she said.
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and river property owners as we reach a zero level, and we’re made aware of how their infrastructure could be impacted,” she said. Funding for testing, and trapand-truck action includes $40,000 from CVRD taxpayers, plus money from North Cowichan and Duncan taxpayers, $25,000 from the mill, plus funds from Cowichan Tribes, Ottawa, Victoria, Pacific Salmon Foundation, and lake-bottom owners Timberwest, Miller explained. For more, visit lowflow.ca.
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Those carrying pitchforks need not apply
Municipal campaign: Fiscal conservatives need a practical, realistic approach to have any impact
A
l Siebring is not exactly known for politically leaning to the left; the North Cowichan councillor sat as the president of the B.C. Conservative party not even two years ago. So you would think he might have a lot of common ground with the fledgling Cowichan Taxbusters organization. Instead, he recently fired a broadside at the group, calling it a “toxic mix of blatant misinformation, rampant cynicism and general wingnuttery.” Which is most unfortunate. Solutions, not Municipal spending is an important fingerpointing issue in the coming elections; taxpayers are paying at unprecedented levels. should carry We fear that will get lost if the group carrying the torch for this issue during the day the campaign is perceived as carrying pitchforks as well. Hard as it may be for some to believe, our municipal councillors and regional directors do care about how much they are spending. Virtually every one of them takes pains to decide what they can responsibly include and leave out of their annual budget. Where they differ is what defines responsible. For some, carbon reduction measures (for just one example) are wasteful. For others, they are the essence of responsibility. Any taxpayer upset with rising costs needs to have a concrete understanding of why those costs have risen and a realistic plan for reducing or reversing that trend. It’s not good enough to yell and scream and point fingers. It might make you feel better, but not only does it alienate you from the current group of decision-makers, it will also push you into the realm of a radical fringe in the minds of many average voters. If the taxbusters want to put a drag on municipal spending in Cowichan, they best kept that in mind.
We say:
The good and the bad of this week in Cowichan This we don’t
This we like
This may the easiest piece of news to fill this space in all the years we’ve been publishing it. Cowichanians awoke yesterday to the news the provincial government and the B.C. Teachers’ Federation had reached a tentative deal. Details will come out in the days ahead, but the important thing at the moment is that our kids will be back in school, possibly as soon as next week.
Cathy Benstead, left, and Kate Johnston were smiling on the picket line Tuesday morning.
Here’s how we can fix our broken education system Ron Dale
News Leader Pictorial
T
o prevent another job action at the end of whatever agreement is made with the teachers we must completely overhaul the delivery model and delivery practices of our education system. Ministry officials and school trustees:
• Take back education policy from the BCTF; listen to the union when it brings forth realistic concerns regarding funding and positive initiatives. Look at ways of reducing downloaded costs to districts. • Develop in-district statistics on use and misuse of benefits. Streamline administration, commit to regular teacher evaluations, ensure and develop Pro-D activities with the local that pertain to hot-button issues like class size and composition. • Take a strong position in terms of changing the delivery model. Inclusion is a wonderful and idealistic concept but it puts
too much stress on the expansion of the scope of learning abilities within each class. • Consider the “year-round” school model. This would provide a better use of facilities, reduce teacher/staff absenteeism, and reduce loss of retention caused by summer break. Study school libraries now that technology is prevalent and research can be done with technology. Let’s catch up to the kids. • Demand teacher-training institutions dedicate significant time and research to special needs training. Hire only teachers trained to deal with children of this generation. • New programs in technology, trades, and construction must be fully funded for at least a five-year period then reviewed. Reinstigate the Porfolio Program to help students prepare themselves for a future. • Publish the payroll costs for all employee groups in each school district. Public expenditures need to be exposed and understood. Parents:
• Public schools are not a babysitting service, where teachers are often dealing with issues
that should be developed at home. Prepare your child for elementary by having him/her recognize letters and numbers. Teach and model sharing, social skills, manners, inside voices and how to behave in a large social setting. • Feed your children at home, that is a basic parental responsibility. Breakfast programs are for those most needy, not for all because nutritional meals are provided. • Monitor progress, and communicate regularly with teachers and the school. Support your local parent advisory council. • Keep children active at home with physical and mental activities. Teachers/educators:
• Your 190-day contract is fairly compensated and has a generous benefit packages. Asking more than what other public sector unions get is unrealistic. • Step out of your school and your classroom. Make an effort to look at how others in your community are compensated and the demands they face.
Commuter bus fares from Cowichan to Victoria may be going up by 16% rather than 18% as reported Friday. But the 2% difference isn’t enough to change our minds that this is a ridiculous amount to jump in one year. We don’t understand how Cowichan continues to heavily subsidize a mostly empty local transit system while reaching into the pockets of those using the ride that is most in demand.
• Take back your union by knowing what your union dues support. You have battled the Liberals, NDP, and the Social Credit. Have your strike funds been denuded by blind followership? • Many teachers are in the profession because of a positive set of experiences in their past. Good teaching is by teachers who really care about kids. A good school offers a variety of activities beyond the curriculum: physical activity, music drama and clubs. • Be a professional; present yourself as a professional in dress and demeanor. • Be prepared to work “outside” the clock/ contract hours. Precious teacher student contact time happens outside the classroom. Preparation, marking and parent nights are an important part of your job. Most of you do a fantastic job and I commend you for doing so. Please consider the above because, if we continue to do things the ways we have already done them, public education in B.C. will continue to be dysfunctional. Do we really want that to continue? Ron Dale, is a retired teacher, administrator and Nanaimo school trustee. Robert Douglas has stepped away from his monthly column in order to pursue a seat on North Cowichan council.
Wednesday, September 17, 2014 Have an opinion you’d like to share? email editor@cowichannewsleader.com phone 250-746-4471
YOUR TURN
Should teachers’ strike days be added on to the end of the school year? “No. I want to enjoy (next) summer with my kids. (Strike days) won’t impact their learning at this point. It depends how long (strike) goes on. Maybe extend teaching days to make up for it.”
Jennifer Hatton, Cobble Hill
“I don’t support penalizing children in their academic and intellectual growth, but it begs the question if (students) will do as well with added classroom hours versus tacking days on in June.”
Marilyn Palmer, North Cowichan
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.
New rules chip away at the idea of owning land
Dear editor Re: new pool regulations emerging from toddler’s death. I do not dismiss this tragic accident. I feel and I sympathize with the family as I too have lost a child. However, when will society stop this practice of taking a tragedy and using it to force people to all adhere to new rules? Recommendations are already in place about what to do when you own a pool, how to use it safely and have children around it safely. But now we are going to force all people who have pools, some of whom may never have children around their pools, to fence, when that might totally ruin the look of the pool on their property. It is a shame as a society we feel so compelled to always force new rules of all in the name of the one. Also makes one wonder why bother owning property? After all, the reason you bought it may not be protected at all, given at any time apparently the government (which is supposed to represent all of us and our collective desires) can force you via a new bylaw to change, add, or get rid of anything they want, simply by making a new rule! That is not land ownership. That is land rental. Karyne Bailey comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com
Tubers’ surprise response great to hear Dear editor Regarding the better-behaved
We asked you: “Do you think voting in municipal elections should be mandatory?” You answered:
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current wage. Then reset benefits. In the meantime, open the school buildings for students, parents, volunteers and professionals who wish to further education in combination with an internet interface. It’s time — indeed, past time — for some real world reality! Bob Conibear Duncan
Government’s flaws cannot be ignored
Andrew Leong
Dear editor While I sensed it was your paper’s intention to provide a balanced piece on the current BCTF/ government dispute, your Sept. 10 Our Take article left what I feel are rather glaring holes in this discussion. First, the BCTF has made significant concessions in its demands and is within 1% and one year from that of the employer. Second, what money is being asked to be put back into public education was originally part of the budget some 12 years ago. With a freeze that has outlasted one entire generation of students, it is time for this government to start allocating these funds back into a seriously bankrupt system. Unfortunately for everyone, these issues go well beyond finding a compromise (as this piece seemed to suggest) and requires a much deeper look at the problems plaguing public education under the Liberal leadership of Gordon Campbell and Christy Clark. M.Leva
Emily Clements and her sister Melissa Nottingham push the wheelchair of their 57-year-young mother Karen Dewarle, who is battling with this disease, around the tracks during the Ovarian Cancer Walk of Hope at The Cowichan Sportsplex Saturday. This year the local walk brought in more than $11,750 to support women with ovarian cancer, research, education and outreach. mantle the public school system our children to private schools. tubers on the Cowichan River. I in B.C. Raising our grandchildren We did this even though it spoke up once this summer while has given my husband and me a enjoying the Vimy swimming hole required many sacrifices, because chance to try to do things better. we wanted “the best” for our with my two boys (ages 11 and children. With 20/20 hindsight we I am thankful we have been able 13). I was very surprised at the can see that in many ways, we did to learn that public school, having response I got from the young our children live among their men in question. Very politely, and our children a disservice. neighbours, is the better choice. The second time around, with from a distance, I said “Excuse me, It deserves our support, and — if our grandchildren, we have chobut would you guys mind watching your language and putting out sen the public school system, and democracy still means anything at all — we must stand together to have been amazed,and humbled the joint? I’m trying to enjoy the by the difference. During the past demand it. river with my boys.” They apoloAnn Mendenhall eight years we have observed gized profusely for their language Shawnigan Lake Glenora teachers going “beyond the call and pot smoking and left. of duty” on a daily basis to help My eldest son was mortified of our grandchildren overcome their course, when I spoke up, but the Teachers’ dispute needs a More letters online learning difficulties and fulfill three of us were very grateful for Also, read fresh stories every day and share their full potential. Their teachers reality check and impressed by the way the your thoughts with the community imhave helped them not only acaDear editor young men handled themselves mediately through the comments function at demically but also in fostering a Re: the teachers’ dispute. Start after I brought my concerns to cowichannewsleader.com high standard of behaviour. They a hiring program at 60% of the their attention. I felt their apologizing had a positive effect on my have done this with loving kindness and genuine concern. two sons as well. On reflection, from my experiThereza Mackenzie, Duncan comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com ence, I believe that private schools can easily “give up” on a child, Here are some tips: Keep it short — 300 words or less; Keep it local — letters raised in response to isif the child doesn’t fit the mould sues raised in our pages get top priority; Keep it clean — attack the issue, not the individual. Seeing both sides showed of the school’s image. I find it You must include your full name, home community and a phone number where we can reach you duroffice hours. Addresses and phone numbers will not be published. Letters will be edited for clarity, value of public education absolutely appalling the govern- ing grammar, length and good taste. Name-withheld letters will not be published. ment is so blatantly, relentlessly Dear editor your thoughts to editor@cowichannewsleader.com We receive more letters than we have space and heartlessly determined to dis- for.Email Our first time around, we sent Publication is not guaranteed.
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“Teachers will need time to prep and plan. I know with the district there are things that need to be done in terms of the admin side.’’ “While we have not seen any details of the deal, we are optimistic that this situation may soon come to an end,’’ offered Cowichan Secondary dual campus principal Charlie Coleman. “We know that teachers and students want to get back to school.
We’re excited to get going.’’ Young students hanging out at the Duncan skateboard park Tuesday were torn on the news. “I want to go back to school, but I don’t,’’ said Mayan Hurry-Lindell, 12, who’s going into Grade 7 at Mount Prevost Elementary. “That’s probably like all kids. “I like the skatepark a lot. I try to get here every single day.’’ Jimmy Horsburgh, 12, a Maple Bay Elementary student, also had mixed feelings.
“I never really did like school,’’ he said. “That’s my opinion.’’ But Horsburgh was happy for the teachers. “They still have to vote,’’ he said. “But they haven’t got paid in like six (actually three) months.’’ There were certain aspects of going back to school Horsburgh was excited about. “I like gym and seeing my friends,’’ he said. “You only really see them all in one place at school.’’
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program being offered at the Mill Bay branch of the Vancouver Island Regional Library is a guided quest to help girls connect with their inner resources. Sherry Bezanson, who is teaching a fiveweek course called Girl Power from Sept. 16 to Oct. 14, began developing the program in 1997, when her daughter, Jill, was 10. “I recognized a need for young girls to have positive information about being female in a world that typically distorts girls’ self-image,” Bezanson said. “I coupled that with the fact that girls also need skills to help them stay centered, expressive and value themselves.” Those skills are needed as never before, said Bezanson, who teaches courses across the country as program director of Girl Power, 2BBoys and Fempower for Moms. While quick to emphasize she’s not blaming parents, the registered clinical counsellor, who also has a masters of education and a bachelor of social work, said kids today are unduly influenced by their peers. “Peer culture today is more important than ever before, because both parents are working and busy with their own lives,” she said.
“Parents are not as family-oriented as in the past. Kids are lured into peer culture. Instead of looking for their elders for guidance, they are looking to their peers.” While the women’s movement changed the western world — women now have contraceptive freedom, equal access to education and financial freedom like never before — some things haven’t changed. Like the generations before them, girls are taught that a huge part of their value is in their looks and how they dress. “Socialization in our culture tells girls they need to be smarter, thinner, more beautiful and encourages the externalization of the approval process,” Bezanson said. “In short, girls are often striving for unattainable or unhealthy goals.” The stripper pole, which was adapted in recent years as a new form of exercise, is one example she cites of how extreme the situation has become. “It shocks me that that’s acceptable,” the counsellor said. “How do girls get a sense of their true value if they only think of themselves as sexual beings? As a culture, since starting this program, it has only gotten worse. Tweens who come to the event can get a toehold on the disempowering messages that come to them via the media and clothing stores.” In addition to the message that attractiveness equals value, peer relationships at this age are puzzling as well, Bezanson said.To be socially accepted, girls lose their capacity to speak their
Modern girls are prone to look to their peers as role models. minds, and become more restrained socially, verbally and physically. Girl Power, she said, is educational, gives young girls skills and is fun, to boot. “Our culture insists girls look outside themselves for strength, wisdom, esteem and guid-
ance; this course is focused on the opposite, looking in,” Bezanson said. “It will help them rely more on their inner compass. We all get distanced from our inner compass by wanting to be part of our peer group.” Research, she said, shows that an important factor in shifting tweens’ perspectives is, just being able to talk to a woman who has a different perspective. “It gets them questioning, ‘why, to what end and to whose benefit?’” the counsellor said. During the course, topics like self-care, communication skills, boundary recognition and creation, dealing with anger in a healthy way and recognizing the difference between thinking and feelings will be discussed. While the course for girls age nine to 12 has already started, those interested in having Bezanson teach the course to their organization or group can contact her at sbezanson@ uniserve.com or 250-514-1570.
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student who disrupts class because they cannot sit still is a boy. Research reveals that young boys’ brains develop a tremendous amount of neural wiring to facilitate movement and sensitivity for how things “fit” together. When a boy is a toddler, we would never think that a sedentary child is a good indicator of health, so what makes us think that he should change while in grade school? Tip: Allow a boy to use his “movement wiring” by allowing him to use his body as he learns to represent the topic. Games work: Their testosterone makes males are naturally competitive. If you want them to become suddenly engaged in something, make a game out of the lesson — it’s just like flipping a switch on. Just look at sports talk shows with analysis such as “Pardon the Interruption;” each expert has a clock ticking down to make his point. Little gaming tricks like this work on the male brain. Tip: create clear rules – they help boys understand victory, and they add legitimacy to the lesson. Games also serve as an excellent method for male bonding, too. Make them laugh: Observe a group of males; whether young or old, they bust each other’s chops. Not only is it OK, they enjoy it! Everyone has a positive chemical reaction with laughter; boys, however, often use humor as a form of communication, an asset with which most girls do not have a problem. Research has demonstrated that boys’ emotions are processed initially in the more primitive parts of the brain and come more indirectly to the speech centres. That’s why making a crude joke is easier for males to communicate sensitive feelings. Tip: Before starting homework or an assignment, ask a boy to consider what might be funny, weird or strange about it; his mind will be more focused on the topic afterward.
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Far-east textile techniques showcased downtown Southeast Asia takes centre stage in downtown Duncan’s artists’ co-op this month. Textiles and Mosaics highlight a dsplay running until Sept. 27 at Imagine That! A visit to Bali was the inspiration for Clare Carver’s silk paintings, while Sandra Greenaway is turning Indonesian sarongs into Batik jackets and scarves. Trained in the Batik method, Carver is now using a water-based resist (instead of wax), exchanged wooden
frames and duct tape for a proper frame, and then to painting with silk dyes. Greenaway’s garments keep the sarong’s original qualities — easy fitting, graceful drape, fringes and collage of bold colours. They are complemented by the stained- glass mosaic works of Veronica Scott. “The act of transforming little pieces of disparate glass into a ‘painting’ strikes me as magic,” she said.
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he curtain opens on the 59th season of the Cowichan Symphony Society with a performance by one of the world’s finest young pianists. Anna Fedorova, a Ukrainian pianist with a resume that includes performances on four continents will slide behind the Steinway Saturday as the featured guest of the Victoria Symphony Orchestra. “From an early age, she demonstrated an innate musical maturity and astounding technical abilities. Her international concert career took off while she was only a child, and audiences around the world were stunned by the depth and power of her musical expression,”
society president Ted Rhodes said in a media release. “Critics have praised Anna’s signature ‘sweet modesty and wild expression, which rendered listeners ‘completely taken by surprise, compelled and astonished.’” Now 24, Fedorova gave her first performance at age six and played with the National Philharmonic Society of the Ukraine the following year. Prestigious music halls in Europe, Asia and North and South America have all hosted her talents in the years since, while she collected top prizes at numerous international piano competitions. She will join with the VSO (now in its 12th year under conductor Tania Miller) in the evening’s signature piece. “The marvelous, famously difficult Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No.3 has never been played before on our famous Steinway,” Rhodes said. The third concerto is described as an immense challenge to stamina
and endurance. According to event promo material, Rachmaninoff saw the soloist, “not merely as someone who can sing soulfully and thunder imposingly, but as an alert, flexible, responsive musician who knows how to blend, accompany, and listen.” The evening will open with Wagner’s Prelude to Meistrsinger and conclude with Bartok’s Concerto for Orchestra. “(Prelude) was judged to be Wagner’s most immediately appealing work,” a media release states. “Concerto for Orchestra is a fivemovement “concerto”, and one of his best known, most popular and most accessible works.” Your ticket What: Victoria Symphony Orchestra with special guest Anna Fedorova When: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 20 Where: Cowichan Theatre Tickets: $40 and $25. Call 250748-7529, or online at cowichantheatre.ca
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Friday The Love Guns Rock the ‘80s: The best of ‘80s new wave and pop come to the River Rock Bar and Grill in the Silverbridge Travelodge at 9 p.m. Prepare to dance! No cover. Steak Night & Music Jam: at the Malahat Legion, dinner at 5 p.m., jam at 7 p.m. All are welcome.
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Vital Volunteer Management workshop. Learn the basics of the volunteer management cycle for effective management of volunteers, at Vancouver Island University Duncan Campus. $15.00/workshop. 19+ www.volunteercowichan.bc.ca. Eric Bibb: Swamp roots blues, 8 p.m., Duncan Showroom, 133 Station St., $32 advance, $35 door.
Saturday Duncan United Church Harvest Fair: Crafts, books, home baking, garage sale, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 246 Ingram St., Duncan. Blue Tattoo: Original blues, 8 p.m. Duncan Showroom, 133 Station St., $10 advance, $12 door. CTRA Round Up: Fundraiser for the Cowichan Therapeutic Riding Association — all day. featuring trail rides, agility dogs, BBQ and dance featuring Thor and the Thundercats at Avalon Equestrian Centre, 2442 Herd Rd., 9 a.m. to late. Go to http:// www.ctra.ca/2014-round-up for ticket info. Cowichan Community Policing Fundraising Event: Learn how mutli-tasking and being distracted can affect your personal safety as a pedestrian. Hot dog sale, Child Find fingerprinting, and Safety Bear will attend. At the Community Policing office, 149 Canada Ave., Duncan, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our loving wife, mother, grandma, sister, after a long courageous battle with cancer, on September 13, 2014 with family by her side. Audrey was born January 4, 1944, in Coronach, Sask. to Albert and Katheen Nelson. She was one of 13 beautiful children. She leaves behind her loving husband and fishing partner of 51 years, Johnny; Daughters, Connie (Jamie) McAllan, Jody (Steven) Kerrone, Grandchildren; Jessica, Jolene, Robert, Justin (Grace), first great grandchild, due in December, and Kayla, plus her four legged companion, Chief. Predeceased by, her parents Auby and Kathleen, brothers Milo and Bobby, and sister Luanne. Mom loved her flowers in her gardens, fishing in Port Renfrew, and walking the beaches looking for treasures. She was famous for her bread, pies and muffins. There was always something baking in the oven. Celebration of Life will be held at the Duncan Eagles, 2965 Boys Road, Friday, September 19th, at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Canadian Cancer Society or the SPCA would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.hwwallacecbc.com
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Deceased September 12, 2014. Born on August 22, 1914 in Benschop Holland. Married May 9, 1935 to Cornelis Vander Kley, they had two children, Neeltje and Arie. In 1952 they immigrated to Canada eventually settling in the Cowichan Valley. Johanna was a devout woman, her Bible always at her side. She was an excellent cook, superb housewife and loved to crochet afghans for family and friends. She leaves beind her two children, Neeltje Poelman and Arie Vander Kley. Seven grandchildren, Audrey, Grace, Gerald, Teresa, Patricia, Tracy and Mike. Ten greatgrandchildren, John, Jennifer, Greg, Amanda, Stephanie, Taylor, Chantal, Christopher, Luke and Alicien. Three great-greatgrandsons Tyler, Jace and Casey. She will be missed, but is now at rest, safe in the arms of Jesus.
DALY, John David February 22, 2014 – August 15, 2014
John passed away in the early morning of August 15, after a short, hard fought battle with brain cancer. He leaves behind to mourn his passing, his son Darren Daly (Barb Daly) and four grandchildren Brad, Devin, Monica, and Sahra and longtime friend and business partner, Andy. A celebration of John’s life will be held in the fall of this year. In lieu of flowers, donate in John’s name to cancer research or to the SPCA rescue.
IN MEMORIAM
PECKETT, Rachael (RN)
RUSSELL, Andrew Wilson January 29, 1938 – September 2, 2014 I am very sad to announce the sudden passing of my husband Andy Russell at our home in Duncan, BC. Andy was predeceased by his younger brother Bill (16 yrs. old) in 1955, his son Billy (16 yrs. old) in 1977, and both his father Herman and mother Irene from Kirkland Lake. Andy was born in Kirkland Lake – a gold mining town in Northern Ontario in 1938. He left home at 17 to join the Canadian Air Force in 1955. He served both sides of the border, including a 4 year deployment at Battle Creek, Michigan with NORAD. He served in the Canadian Air Force as an air traffic controller until he retired with an Honorable Discharge in 1967. Andy had several careers throughout his lifetime, but was proudest of Kakwa Kennels. He started the kennel in Beaver Lodge, AB and continued the business to Calgary, AB where he bred, trained and showed Japanese Akitas. He was successful in breeding the top two Akitas in North America in 1980 – Kakwa’s ‘Dunkirk’ in Canada, and Kakwa’s ‘Orca’ the American Champion. His Kakwa breeding line continues to be passed on to this day. We moved to the US in 1987, settling in Southern California, where Andy worked in the construction industry until 1992. He changed careers to selling RVs and never looked back. We returned to Canada in 2009 retiring to the Cowichan Valley, BC. Andy is survived by Beverley, his wife of 30 years. His children: Keitha Grainger (Rob), Robin Russell (Joe), and Michael Russell (Jenn). His extended family: Brad O’Connor (Jen), Tanis Hilliard, Kelsey Butler, Michelle Webb (Will). Andy also leaves behind his 20 Grandchildren, and 2 Great-grand Children. Andy’s favorite interest in retirement was golf. He LOVED all aspects of the game – reading about, watching, and playing. Andy was a giving, committed and loyal individual. His largerthan-life personality will always be remembered. Andy would often reply, when asked how he was doing: “If I was feeling any better, there would be two of me!� A special thank-you to the BC Ambulance Service, the RCMP, the BC Coroner, and to First Memorial Funeral Services. Please, in lieu of flowers, make a cash/food donation to the Cowichan Valley BC SPCA in Andy’s remembrance.
With her loving family at her side, Rachael passed away peacefully September 10, 2014. Such a beautiful soul, full of joy and happiness, she will be truly missed. Her Memorial Service will be held at 1pm on September 19, 2014 at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 531 Hebert Street, Duncan, B.C. In lieu of flowers, donations to the B.C. Cancer Agency, 2410 Lee Avenue, Victoria, B.C. V8R 6V5 would be greatly appreciated. FIRST MEMORIAL FUNERAL SERVICES Condolences may be shared online at www.dignitymemorial.com
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Wednesday, September 17, 2014
FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
TRAVEL
IN MEMORIAM
CRAFT FAIRS
TRAVEL
DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING
HELP WANTED
VENDORS WANTED D.V.F.D. CRAFT FAIR Sat, Nov. 8, 10-2 Early Bird Tables $25, or 2 for $40 until Oct. 12 call: Elisabeth 250-709-1155
FOY SPA RV Resort Canadian winter special $9.95/day. All new fitness center, hot mineral springs, events, activities, entertainment. New guests, Call for info 888-800-0772, www.foyspa.com.
EXPANDING OILFIELD Trucking company requires immediate Class 1/Class 3 Drivers, Boiler Operators, Labourers and Mechanics. Experience in oilfield service or hauling dangerous goods preferred. Please send an email to: Robbie@brekkaas.ca
Help Your Community and Get Paid!
COMING EVENTS GLENORA HALL ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING, Sept. 24. 7pm
Harvest Fair 2014
Duncan United Church Saturday, Sept. 20, 9am to 1:30pm Corner of Ingram & Jubilee Streets GARAGE SALE: crafts, books, home baking, lunch, collectibles, silent auction baskets, jams. Proceeds support Community Outreach Programs
INFORMATION DID YOU KNOW? BBB is a not-for-profit organization committed to building relationships of trust in the marketplace. Look for the 2014 BBB Accredited Business Directory Eedition on your Black Press Community Newspaper website at www.blackpress.ca. or http://vi.bbb.org/directory/ and click on the 2014 BBB Accredited Business Directory
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
AUTOMOTIVE PARTS PERSON required for a growing progressive auto/industrial supplier. Experienced applicant will receive top wages; full benefits and RRSP bonuses working 5-day work week, plus moving allowances. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send resume to: Sapphire Auto & Industrial, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Email: hr@sapphireinc.net.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES GET FREE vending machines. Can earn $100,000 + per year. All cash-retire in just 3 years. Protected Territories. Full details call now 1-866-668-6629. Website: www.tcvend.com
LEGALS OFFICIAL NOTICE of disposition of property located at trailer #23 – 2785 Wallbank Road, Shawnigan Lake, BC V0R 2W0, current owner, Paulo, Nikko Joy of burned out trailer. Contents: Misc. items of personal property and trailer. If not claimed and rent paid in full the landlord will dispose of the property unless the person being notified takes possession of the property, establishes a right to possession of it or makes an application to the court to establish such a right within 30 days from the date the notice is served on that person.
Celebration of Life for
Bill Franks
will be held on Sat., Sept. 27, from 2-4 p.m. 6283 Fairview Way No Flowers Please
Timberlands Properties Inc., 4522 Puget Drive, Vancouver, BC V6L 2V8
LOST AND FOUND STILL LOOKING for “Duckey”, lost male Cockatiel, left leg banded #37. Mill Bay area, Generous Reward. Call (250)743-4068.
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# 304050 (77 papers) Deloume, Handy, Lashburn, Mill Bay, Solarium
An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.
# 304145 (33 papers) Deloume, Gillespie, Marie, McClaren, Pratt, Stubbs, Tutor
Try part-time work as a contract Food Demonstrator 4 - 8 days a month in Duncan & Mill Bay grocery, drug, and department stores. Job Description: You must be a go-getter able to work on your own who enjoys talking to people & doing basic cooking. Great for men & women, seniors, retirees & mature adults. Availability: contracts would consist of 2-3 days on Fri. Sat. and/or Sun. (must be able to work all 3 days) from 11-5 or 6. Requirements: • Fully fluent in English • Able to stand 6-7 hr.day • Own a car to carry supplies • Be well groomed & bondable • Able to carry medium weight equipment into stores. • Have or would get a Food Safe certificate
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If you are new to the Neighbourhood call one of these representatives for your FREE Basket of Gifts. Baby Welcome Pat Duncan, Mill Bay 748-6740 David Duncan 746-4236 Chemainus & Crofton Diana Chemainus 246-4463 Community & Baby Pat Mill Bay 748-6740 Welcome: Robyn Lake Cowichan 749-3356 Robyn Lake Cowichan 749-3356 Website: www.welcomewagon.ca
Help Wanted LADYSMITH PRESS needs physically fit individuals for their continually expanding collating department. Part time positions available 8 - 16 hrs/wk, $11.25/hr. Afternoon and evening shifts - must be available Wednesdays. Benefits, profit sharing and advancement opportunities. Please submit your resume between 9 am and 5 pm in person to: Ladysmith Press, 940 Oyster Bay Drive, Ladysmith, BC or mail to: Ladysmith Press, PO Box 400, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A3. No phone calls please.
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Help Your Community and Get Paid! ROUTES AVAILABLE MAPLE BAY # 153953 (72 papers) Chippewa and Lower Chippewa # 153954 (39 papers) Salish and Sansum
We would like to thank in advance all who apply, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
# 154004 (73 papers) Nevilane, Osprey, and Pacific
CONNECTING JOB SEEKERS AND EMPLOYERS
INFO: Lara Stuart Circulation Manager News Leader Pictorial 250-856-0047 email: circulation@ cowichannewsleader.com
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# 304052 (44 papers) Bay, Partridge, Seaview
INFORMATION
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# 253435 (27 papers) Vee and Wilmot
An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.
Pay starts at $11.00/hr. Training via DVD at no charge. Call JMP Marketing toll-free at 1-800-991-1989, local #29 JMP Marketing Services BC’s largest demo company since 1979
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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career today!
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FOOD & APPLIANCE PRODUCT SAMPLERS
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
COBBLE HILL
FOODSAFE AT Island Savings Centre, Sept. 20th & Oct. 18th courses 8:30-4:30 $75. 250746-4154 www.saferfood.ca
DUNCAN TAXI Ltd hiring P/T Dispatcher. Must be knowledgeable of Duncan and surrounding areas. Please fax resume to 250-746-4987.
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SOUTH COWICHAN ROUTES AVAILABLE
HELP WANTED
# 304120 (40 papers) Frayne, Liggett
SHAWNIGAN LAKE # 354205 (63 papers) Cullin, Decca, Inn, Morningstar, Tall Tree, Widows Walk, and Worthington # 354250 (51 papers) Evergreen, Gregory, Hunter, MacFarlane # 354252 (57 papers) Catalina, Dandelion, Forest Grv, McKean, Penny, Poplar, Portree, Scobhall, Welcome, Worthington # 354302 (51 papers) College, Lonsdale, McIntosh, Meadowview INFO: Lara Stuart Circulation Manager News Leader Pictorial 250-856-0047 email: circulation@ cowichannewsleader.com FOXSTONE STABLE requires F/T experienced stable worker for feeding, mucking and turnout. Please Email resume to: foxstone@shaw.ca
HELP WANTED
Editor
Lake Cowichan Gazette The award-winning Lake Cowichan Gazette has an immediate opening for an editor. The successful candidate will possess an attention to detail as well as the ability to work under pressure in a deadline-driven environment. The successful candidate can expect to produce news copy and editorials, take photographs, paginate the newspaper, and write compelling narratives. Knowledge of Canadian Press style is vital. If you have a passion for, and are comfortable with, all aspects of multimedia journalism, you may be the candidate we are seeking. Black Press community news media is an independent and international media group with more than 190 community, daily and urban publications, 14 press facilities and over 160 websites in B.C., Alberta, Washington, Hawaii and Ohio. Please forward your cover letter and resumé by September 19, 2014 to: Lake Cowichan Gazette Attention: Dennis Skalicky Box 10 Lake Cowichan, BC V0R 2G0 Phone. 250.749.4383 or Fax. 250.749.4385 publisher@lakecowichangazette.com
Thank you to all who apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE (Inside Sales) Wescon Cedar Products Ltd., a manufacturer of quality wood doors, has an immediate opening for an inside sales person. • Position responsibilities include data entry, order confirmation and sales promotion to both existing and potential customers. • The successful applicant will be a self-starter with strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work directly with a retail customer base and interface with shop floor manufacturing personnel. • If you have related sales experience or have recently completed a marketing/ sales program this position will be of interest to you. • Wescon Cedar Products Ltd. is located in Duncan BC and is a recognized manufacturer of premium wood doors. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefit program. Interested persons should forward their resume to info@wescondoors.com Or apply in person to 5120 Polkey Rd, Duncan BC.
Wednesday, September 17, 2014
HELP WANTED
Cowichan NewsPictorial Leader Pictorial 17 Wed, Sept 17, 2014 Cowichan News Leader A17 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
REAL ESTATE
REAL ESTATE
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
FOR SALE BY OWNER
HOUSES FOR SALE
APARTMENT/CONDO
APARTMENT/CONDO
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
$499,000 - New custom 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home on 2.5 acres in Inwood Creek Estates. Quality craftsmanship by reputable builder, Habanero Homes. Modern finishes including granite countertops, highend cabinetry, walk-in pantry. Attached two car garage, wraparound porch and breezeway. Great views of Mount Prevost! Don’t have a huge down payment? No problem! Call Worthy Real Estate Investments at 250-510-2614 to discuss your real estate investment possibilities!
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
CONCEPT WASHER & dryer. Very good condition $200 obo. 250-709-9026.
Grape press, wood w/ metal stand, 21�w27�h. Grinder, fits wheelbarrow. 4’x2’ plastic container. 5gal clear glass bottles. $500 for all. 250-709-9979
The John Howard Society of North Island is hiring a regular Full-time (35 hours/week) Intensive Support & Supervision Worker (Duncan)
Please see: www.jhsni.bc.ca Employment Opportunities for further details Closing date: Friday, September 19th, 4:30 p.m.
MEDICAL/DENTAL CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSISTANT with reception skills required for a Part time position for a busy general dental practice. Position for Fridays and Saturdays. Please bring resume to 55 - 1400 Cowichan Bay Road, Cobble Hill.
TRADES, TECHNICAL
HERITAGE PAWN BARGAINS! Ladders, ladders and more ladders, electric guitars and amps, Mauthe Mantle Clock. 430 Whistler, Duncan
250-746-9810
heritagepawnbrokers.com NEW AXER IPRO Projector, full high def. IDC-5100. Including all extras. Great outdoors. Compatible with Mac Windows and Android. Listed on Amazon for $4895. Will sell for $1000. obo. (250)749-3280. STEEL BUILDINGS. “Giftcard give-away!� 20x22 $4,358. 25x24 $4,895. 30x30 $6,446. 32x32 $7,599. 40x46 $12,662. 47x72 $18,498. one end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 or online: www.pioneersteel.ca
DUNCAN TAXI Ltd. hiring P/T mechanic. Must have own tools and valid drivers licence. Please fax resume to 250-7464987.
STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.
Island Pacific Logging Ltd.
MISCELLANEOUS WANTED
Driller/Blaster Grade Hoe Operator Min 5 yrs logging road building experience. Fax: 250-246-1410 or Email: kaelyn@island paciďŹ clogging.com
WORK WANTED HUSBAND FOR HIRE. Nothing but the best. Carpenter, plumber, painter, electrician, pressure washing. Just ask my wife! Call 250-746-4493 or 250-709-1111
FIREARMS. ALL types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed dealer. 1-866-9600045, www.dollars4guns.com
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS UPRIGHT BURT piano; nice tone, $400. obo. Call (250)246-3616.
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755 Marchmont Rd, Duncan. 1511 sq ft adult oriented patio home. 3 BDRM, 2 BA, lrg kitchen w/ eating area, separate dining room, laundry, single garage + extra prkg space. New floors & paint throughout. Bare land strata detached home (only $125.00 Annually). $299,900. 250-746-7706 EMPTY NEST, Ready to downsize, Bank your Equity? A beautifully renovated Manufactured Home for sale in desirable Evergreen Place MHP $89,900. Private yard, close to hospital, a 55+ community with pets welcomed. Manufactured Home Communitiesaffordable, friendly, secure and peaceful housing. Call 250246-8318.
FRIENDLY FRANK FIBREGLASS CANOPY from 89 Toyota pick-up. Offers. Evenings: 250-748-4873
FUEL/FIREWOOD 5 CORDS of Mill ends, delivered, $325. Or you pick up, starting at $30 for small pick ups. Also full bundles of cedar side cuts now avail for $20. Call (250)416-0069.
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 5 SPD drill press, $40. Professional 12â€? compound mitre saw, $150, all like new. 2 bike car rack, $50. 66gal fish tank, w/all accessories, $150. 7.5’ Artificial Christmas tree, $40. Womens Ariat leather riding boots, sz 8.5, tall, slim calf, brand new, $200. Womens Alpine Star leather motorcycle boots, sz 8.5, leather Icon gloves, small leather jacket, all for $400. (778)269-2252. ARTIST DAVID WICK NEEDS STUDIO SPACE- I need to kick-start the sell of all remaining prints and noncurrent original artwork at my studio for greatly reduced prices to make wall space for my new fall series. All non-current original artwork & prints must go by October 15th. âœąHere’s your chance to say yes to a beautiful piece of art... it can transform your home and uplift your soul. Call 250-714-0932 for appointment & address.
COMMERCIAL LOT in fringe area of Duncan core 89 x 57ft $129,000. 250-247-7208
RECREATIONAL PROPERTY DESERT AIRE RV Resort Indio California. Lrg lot & 11 yr old park model , top model Chariot Eagle covered deck & lrg patio. Call Bob for more information 250-594-3939 or beford1@shaw.ca FREE: (purchaser to pay all transferring costs). Nanoose Bay; Pacific Shores Resort timeshare. 2 weeks mid season float (red). 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 2 gas F/P. 1430 sq ft. Call (250)748-0880.
RENTALS OPEN HOUSE every weekend, 1-4pm. 2978 Tower Ridge Rd. Custom home with legal suite, gourmet kitchen, 3 bdrms, 3 bths, rec rm, den, heat pump; fenced & landscaped. Plus 1 bdrm fully selfcont’d legal suite. $515,900. 250-710-1947.
APARTMENT/CONDO 1-BDRM SUNNY Patio condo. Avail now. $775. inclds utils & covered prkg. Furnished if desired. Call (250)246-4999.
2 BEDROOM Renovated Apartment
Quiet & Secure Overlooks lovely gardens. Seniors Welcome!
Royal Alexander Apts
2575 Alexander St., Duncan
(250)746-6442
www.theroyalalexander.ca OPEN HOUSE: Weekends 1-4pm. 5887 Stonehaven Drive. Perfect location, exceptional design, quality finishing, 2 bdrms+ den, 2.5 bath, open concept, oak floors, custom kitchen, s/s appl’s, super-sized rec room, woodstove, covered deck, large RV space. Beautiful, new custom home with king-size value for only $364,500. (250)710-1947.
SKILLED SENIOR with big toolbox & small truck ready to take on odd jobs. Dependable, competent, affordable help in a hurry. 250-510-6383
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
LOTS
DUNCAN: near hospital, large 2 bdrm 1 bath, 5 appl, NS, NP, Oct 1, $850. 250-710-0653
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GATED EXECUTIVE Home. $2200/mo. Ocean view, 3BR, 2BA. Master has ensuite & walk-in closet. Full deck w/ hot tub. Full kitchen w/ appliances. 2-car garage. Large fenced in yard. Utils. extra. No pets. Available Oct 1. Contact maplebayrental@gmail.com HOSPITAL AREA: 2 bdrm condo in suite W/D. Refs $740+ utils. 250-889-0637.
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 PRESTIGIOUS MAPLE BAY Gated Executive Home $1250/mo. 1 BR / 2 BA, kitchen & appliances. Washer/Dryer. Large living/dining area. Free Parking. Utils. extra. No Pets. Available Oct 1. Contact maplebayrental@gmail.com
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CROFTON- 2 bdrm, F/S, W/D, lrg deck, newly reno’d, $800. Located in Family Mobile home park. By appt only! 250210-1006 cell or 250-246-1810 CROFTON- 3 bdrm, F/S, W/D, lrg yard, newly reno’d, $800. Located in Family Mobile home park. By appt only! 250210-1006 cell or 250-246-1810
APARTMENTS FURNISHED
HOMES FOR RENT
DUNCAN (8 km north) Studio apt, furnished, on 8 acres. Laundry, satellite, heat, hydro. $575. N/S. (250)748-1310.
DUNCAN: 220 McKinstry. 4-5 BDRM house w/ carport. Full basement, includes W/D, F/S, Blinds. N/S, N/P, $1,300 /mth. 1 yr lease. Call 250-748-2424
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL 1500 Sq. Ft. Shop/Warehouse for Lease Includes wash room,Office and Easy access to the island Hwy. $7.25/sq. Ft. Net 250-245-9811 or 250474-3585
COTTAGES DUNCAN: 1 BDRM Cottage. W/D. Recently reno’d with all new appls. 2961 Allenby Rd. $750+util. Days 250-737-1876, Eves 250-748-6483
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES $1,250 ¡ Duncan 1/2 Duplex For Rent 1/2 duplex, Duncan, 1800 sq. ft., 9 years old, $1250 per month plus utilities. All appliances (newer) stove, (newer) dishwasher, fridge, washer, dryer, gas fireplace. Living/dining/kitchen/laundr y/powder rooms down; full bath, 2 bedrooms plus large master suite with full bath and walk-in closet up. Near hospital, schools, shopping and bus. Easy access to highway and Cowichan Commons. No pets, no smoking. Available October 1st. Call 250-732-7485.
DUNCAN (2km south) 2 trailer w/lrg shop, quiet setting. NS/NP. F/S, $1050. + utils. Avail now. (250)748-5290 after 9am.
bdrm rural W/D, Call
DUNCAN: 3 bdrm home, 3131 Cowichan Valley Hwy, 1 km off TCH. WD, FS, $1200/mo. Nov 1. 250-748-0393 GATED EXECUTIVE Home. $3300/mo. Ocean view. Approx. 5000 sq. ft. 4BR, 4BA. 2 kitchens w/ appliances. Master has ensuite & walk-in. Full deck w/ hot tub. Large fenced in yard. 2 car garage. No Pets. Avail. Oct 1. Contact maplebayrental@gmail.com WESTHOME: OCT. 1st; 1 bdrm cottage, 5 appl’s, rural, no drinks, smokes or drugs!!! Ref’s req’d. $650/mo. Pets? Call (250)416-0403.
SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING SENIOR CARE....................... Deertrail Cottage is a private, licensed, 24 hour senior facility located in a quiet setting near Duncan, BC and has rooms available for residents that require full or long-term care. Call 250-701-5217 for details.
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HAIRDRESSING in your home, Cowichan Valley area. Barb Stewart. 250-715-6568
* Gutters * Windows * Siding * Moss Removal * Pressure washing
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GARAGE SALES
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DUNCAN- SPACIOUS 2 bdrm condo, central, 4 appliances. NS/NP. $800. Available now. Call 250-746-1019, 250-7464509 after 6pm.
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DUNCAN: 6321 Wicks Road Sat Sept 20th, 9-2. Furniture, leftover reno supplies, old VW parts, kids toys +equip, household items & much more!!!
DUNCAN, 1-BDRM ground floor condo, 5 appl’s, large patio, N/P, N/S. $750./mo Avail now (250)709-5721.
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
DUNCAN- 2 bdrm, lower duplex, 5 appls, storage, French doors to back yard, walking distance to town, no stairs. $1100+ utils. (250)746-8182.
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Garage Sales
GARAGE SALES
CHEMAINUS- 2 BDRM water view, end unit, in suite laundry, close to new shopping centre. $820. NS/NP. Avail Nov 1. (250)246-5352.
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MISC SERVICES
Delivery Guy
BABYSITTING SERVICE in my home. 1-4 years of age. In Duncan. 250-510-0203
COMPUTER SERVICES
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owichan Bulldogs dismantled the Richmond Raiders 59-14 Sunday at Minoru Stadium for their second win in three road games to open the Vancouver Mainland Football League’s Midget division season. “They’re a brand new team,’’ said Bulldogs’ head coach Doug (Opie) Williams. “They have a lot of 16and 17-year-olds.’’ Richmond did not have a team in the league last season and Cowichan took full advantage of the inexperience to score early and often. Cowichan’s roster wasn’t stretched quite as thin as the previous two weeks with the addition and availability of more players. “Just having the extra bodies makes a difference,’’ said Williams. “Guys didn’t have to go both ways.’’ Cowichan led 33-0 at the half before Williams made wholesale changes to the lineup. The first touchdown came on a five-yard pass from Kain Melchior to Garion Ferguson, with Darian Slater converting. Melchior then ran a punt back 48 yards for a TD, Eric (Wheels) Williams romped 43 yards to paydirt
and Ferguson set up the next TD by Williams on a 30-yard run with a pick. All were converted. Braemon Conville took a 12-yard pass from Melchior and ran the remaining 28 to the end zone for Cowichan’s last TD of the half. Conville went in at quarterback for the second half and Brandon St. Clair switched from linebacker to tailback among numerous other moves. The Bulldogs clearly lost a bit of momentum in the process, but it didn’t matter. “I still tried to get them to keep going full speed,’’ said Williams. But the changes obviously benefited the Raiders and they scored two TDs late in the game. Additional Cowichan TDs came on a St. Clair fumble recovery after Andrew Ketola made a great tackle to force the fumble, a 15-yard pass from Conville to Melchior and two more runs by St. Clair, with one following a huge catch by Jonas Joseph. Cowichan made one more extra point in the second half to round out the offense. Next up for the Bulldogs is a trip to Langley Sunday to take on the Stampeders. Opie Williams expects the Stampeders, North Surrey and Chilliwack to be the top contenders in the league this season. Chilliwack Giants are the Bulldogs’ opponents when they finally play a home game on Sunday, Sept. 28. Kickoff at McAdam Park will be at 2:30 p.m.
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t took the Kerry Park Islanders 20 minutes to get warmed up before rolling to a 6-2 win over the Peninsula Panthers Saturday night in their Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League homeopener at Kerry Park Arena. “We had a good crowd,’’ said Islanders’ owner and general manager Mark Osmond of the approximately 350 fans in attendance. “We played a not-so-good first period. I think the boys came out and thought it would be an easy win for them.’’ Patrick Poets opened the scoring for the Islanders, but then Peninsula scored twice to take a 2-1 first-period lead. Coach Dale Purinton had some strong messages for the players at the intermission and “they took that to heart,’’ Osmond said. Once the game reached the midway mark of the second period, the Islanders took charge with
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Slick stickwork is performed by Cam Nickerson of Kerry Park to try and outmanoeuvre Hunter Frampton of Peninsula for possession of the puck. four goals in 4 1/2 minutes. Cody Short got it going and then Matt Osmond followed suit a minute and a half later. Short struck again and Nick Kean added another 30 seconds apart, both on the power play, and the Islanders never looked back. Tyson Malloch rounded out the scoring in the third period. Islanders’ goalie Leighton Williams turned aside 26 of the 28 shots he faced. “It was a good win and good for the crowd,’’ said Mark Osmond. Now, he hopes the team can duplicate that performance often to keep the crowds coming back. “I’d like to get between 200 and 300,’’ said Osmond of a target goal from home games. In Nanaimo Thursday, the Islanders gave up a goal to
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Will McNamara with only 2:46 remaining and lost 3-2 to the hometown Buccaneers. “I thought in most of the game we dominated them and just couldn’t score,’’ said Osmond. “I think we deserved at least a point.’’ The Islanders led 1-0 after the first on a goal by Lynden Eddy, but fell behind 2-1 after 40 minutes. Zack Smith scored the tying marker on a power play with 6:14 remaining but couldn’t hold onto the tie when McNamara notched the game-winner just 3 1/2 minutes later. The Islanders have a busy weekend coming up, with three games in three days. They’re at Saanich Friday and then host Westshore at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Oceanside Sunday at 3 p.m. at Kerry Park Arena.
Devon Ramwell Devon Ramwell made sure she shared in the family’s Western Canadian championship success this season. Cowichan Bay’s Ramwell, 17, a Frances Kelsey Secondary graduate, played for the Cordova Bay Blackout Midget B girls’ fastpitch team that won the Western Canadian title while, in another part of Saskatchewan, dad Ken was coaching the Duncan Peewee AA boys’ baseball team that included her little brother Billy to another championship. Needless to say, it’s been an exciting time for the Ramwells. Devon made the move to the Blackout after playing the previous season with the Duncan Dragons. “It was my last year so I wanted to continue playing and finish it off in a good way,’’ she said. “We had a bit of a rough start to our season just because we were all kind of mushed together, a bunch of us. But winning Western Canadians was kind of our coach’s dream. He put together the dream team so it was nice to win.’’ Ramwell was a defensive standout at first base and executed the coach’s offensive plan. “We had the big hitters and we had the bunters,’’ she said. “So he definitely got me to bunt quite a bit.’’
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t’s only been two games against two of the Div. 1 Vancouver Island Soccer League’s lesser lights, but you can already see a huge difference in the Cowichan LMG Pringle offense. After a 7-1 win over Westcastle United to start the season, Cowichan faced the other Div. 2 promoted team — Comox United — in its home-opener Saturday at Sherman Road Park’s Bill Keserich Field and prevailed 3-0. That gives the team 10 goals in its first two games. Last season, it took six games for Cowichan to get 11 — although the calibre of opponent has something to do with it. Nonetheless, Cowichan has the horses up-front that it didn’t before, most notably Patrick Nelson, who scored his fourth of the season already with a low hard shot 15 minutes into the second half. Brad Thorne opened the scoring about 25 minutes into the game and Steve Scott pounced on a defensive miscue that gave Cowichan a 2-0 lead at the half. “I’m happy for the win, for sure,’’ said Cowichan coach Glen Martin. “I was a little bit disappointed we only got three goals, considering we created a lot of scoring chances. “Overall, I think our work ethic has got to improve. We were a bit lazy at times.’’ Cowichan did not have Tyler Hughes in the lineup for the second straight
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