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Riders with the Tour de Rock roll into Ladysmith Monday afternoon. The 1,000-kilometre trek to raise money for pediatric cancer research and programs to help children with cancer and their families wraps up Friday in Victoria. DAN EBENAL

Council will consider Couverdon Oct. 1 Lindsay Chung

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Ladysmith council will consider whether to proceed with the boundary expansion proposal submitted by Couverdon Real Estate and whether to take the proposal to a referendum this week. A special council meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Aggie Hall to deal with an amended proposal from Couverdon, the real estate arm of TimberWest. At the meeting, council will hear a presentation from Frank Limshue, Couverdon’s director of planning and zoning, regarded the application, and will receive a report from town staff on the issue.

At the end of July, Couverdon submitted an amended proposal that reduces the boundary extension area by 10 hectares. As well, in a cover letter accompanying the amended application, Couverdon asks the town to consider having a referendum for the proposal at the same time as the municipal election in November. Couverdon’s original proposal, which asked to have 283 hectares of TimberWest land included in the Ladysmith boundaries while transferring 202 hectares within community watersheds to the town, was put to the public by an alternative approval process (AAP) in the spring. The AAP found that more than 10 per cent of eligible voters did not support the proposal,

and it can only go ahead if it is approved by electors through a referendum. Mayor Rob Hutchins says after the AAP process and after hearing “considerable community concern” about whether the town has enough water to consider such a boundary expansion, council asked staff to add to a water study that was already underway factors such as climate change. The study, which was presented to the community Sept. 15, found that Ladysmith is unlikely to reach a crisis with its water supply any time soon, but a water crisis will be an annual occurrence if something isn’t done to increase capacity by 2054. “Couverdon has put a request that we have a referendum, and we made it clear

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we would not consider a referendum until we receive and consider the water study,” said Hutchins. At Wednesday’s meeting, the public will have a chance to ask questions of clarification about the proposal, and before council considers the report and recommendations from staff, there will be an opportunity for the public to speak up. “It’s not a public hearing, but we’re giving an opportunity for people to voice their opinion in favour of or opposed to the question before us, which is to go to referendum or not go to referendum, and to consider the boundary extension or not consider the boundary extension,” said Hutchins.

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Elder care consultation coming up

The Cowichan Elder Care Co-operative, a new initiative to help senior members access quality home care and remain connected to their communities, is ready to share its plan for connecting seniors with services and hear what the community has to say. Community members are invited to a series of consultations, sponsored locally by Coastal Community Credit Union and Volunteer Cowichan, in which the plan will be shared and opportunities for input will be provided. Last October, 150 seniors filled the hall of St. John’s Anglican Church and shared ideas about seniors’ needs for home support services to allow them to remain living where they are, and to access services that are safe, fairly-priced and reliable. These voices were heard, and now it’s time to speak out again, states a press release from the Cowichan Elder Care Co-operative. Since that first community meeting, federal funding was secured, the Cowichan Elder Care Co-operative was legally incorporated, and a feasibility study was developed. These consultations are the next step to make sure that the needs of both seniors and care providers are met in the co-op’s plan, which will be presented Oct. 24 in Duncan. A Ladysmith consultation will take place Tuesday, Oct. 7 from 1:30-3 p.m. at the Ladysmith Seniors Centre at 630 Second Ave. Visit www.cecc.coop for more information.

Police take aim at distracted drivers Dan Ebenal

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If you’re still using your cellphone while driving, police have a message for you: #LeaveYourPhoneAlone. That’s the thrust of a new campaign from RCMP and ICBC that saw police hit the streets in Ladysmith and around the province in an effort to crack down on distracted driving. “It’s about community awareness, being safe on our streets and on our highways,” said Cpl. Cari Lougheed as she led a group of Mounties and Citizens on Patrol volunteers on a traffic blitz throughout the community. Lougheed said many drivers simply refuse to get the message since B.C.’s distracted driver laws went on the books on Jan. 1, 2010. “Unfortunately we’re often heading to calls as we see it so we’re not able to address it as we see it all the time,” said Lougheed, who was keeping an eye out for distracted drivers and other infractions at the traffic circle at First and Symonds. “So this gives us an opportunity to actually target it and educate everybody that it is something we are aware of and concerned Const. Brigitte Goguen writes a ticket during the Ladysmith RCMP’s crackdown on distracted driving. DAN EBENAL about.” And the message going out is certainly an driving is probably one of the most complex Robinson said ICBC has launched an awarealarming one. Distracted driving has overtaken things you can do. It shouldn’t be happening in- ness campaign that will coincide with increased impaired driving as the second leading cause of side a vehicle when you’re driving.” police enforcement on distracted driving. fatal accidents, resulting in 88 deaths each year Lougheed said from what she sees on the road, “It’s not about getting a ticket, it’s about having on B.C. highways, behind only the 105 people the situation isn’t improving. that personal responsibility when you’re drivkilled annually in speed-related crashes. “I think we have a lot of work to do,” she said. ing,” said Robinson. ICBC road safety co-ordinator Caroline Robin- “People don’t get that it’s not OK. Yeah, you’re “When people are accountable for their actions son said the figures show the seriousness of the stopped at a stop sign or at a red light, it’s not and they slow down and leave room between situation, calling texting and driving one of the OK to carry on your conversion while you’re sit- them and the vehicle in front of them, when most risky behaviours you can do in a vehicle. ting there waiting because you’re not engaged they don’t use their cellphones, when they are “You are four times more likely to get into a with the traffic around you.” aware, that’s when we are going to see things crash if you have a hand-held cellphone,” she Distracted driving results in an estimated 12 get better on our roads. It’s everybody’s responsaid. “The factors just go up and texting and fatalities each far on Vancouver Island, and sibility.”

Rains bring an end to Coastal campfire ban Dan Ebenal

completely in the Town of off until mid-October. But this fires in the Coastal area allowed Ladysmith and several other com- particular system that came on fire crews to be dispatched to othTHE CHRONICLE munities in the Cowichan Val- shore came on pretty hard,” she er areas of the province that saw a higher number of fires. While the recent rains may have ley Regional District. But those said. The Coastal Fire Centre has Two of the largest fires on Vanput a damper on outdoor plans heading off into the woods for a for many, they’ve also resulted in weekend getaway can now enjoy seen 173 fires this year, burning a couver Island occurred in the area of Twaddle Lake (about 80 the end of the ban on campfires in a campfire. Campfires must be no total of 1,580 hectares. larger than a half-metre wide by “We had a surprisingly lower km west of Campbell River) as the region. The Coastal Fire Centre rescind- a half-metre tall. People who light amount of fires than the fire sea- well as Nimpkish Lake (40 km ed its ban on open fires last week campfires are reminded to have a son warranted. We had a fairly south of Port McNeill). “Both of those were in very steep due to a decreased risk of wild- hand tool, such as a shovel, or at dry summer but we’ve come in least eight litres of water nearby under the total number of fires terrain. There were really steep fires. we normally see on a 10-year av- cliffs with a lot of debris falling “The Ladysmith area is in low to fully extinguish the campfire. MacPherson said late Septem- erage,” said MacPherson. “And off the cliffs,” said MacPherson. fire danger rating right now,” said Across the province, there have fire information officer Donna ber is a fairly common time to see the person-caused fires are down, MacPherson, who reminds resi- the fire danger decrease to a point which is another good part of this. been 1,418 fires, consuming I think people are starting to get 359,256 hectares, the vast majordents that local government where campfires are permitted. “I think last year was a little bit the message about fire safety.” ity in the Northwest and Prince might have different regulations. She said the lower number of George fire centres. Backyard burning is banned later because those fall rains held

TOWN OF LADYSMITH SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING Proposed Boundary Extension Council of the Town of Ladysmith will hold a Special Meeting to consider an amended Boundary Extension Proposal from Couverdon / TimberWest.

Wednesday, October 1, 7:00 p.m. at Aggie Hall (First Avenue and Symonds Street, Ladysmith)

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plan which discusses routes with most of the students in into Ladysmith, and the ques- kindergarten to Grade 3 now tion is whether that fits with going to Ladysmith Primary, Cowichan Valley Regional Dis- leaving some outside the district’s plans, as Ladysmith falls trict’s four-kilometre walk limit. within that jurisdiction. School District 68 commuA high school-specific bus nications director Donna Reisn’t possible through public imer doesn’t believe it’s a large transit, but route planning number of students affected based on student schedules but said the district has heard could be taken into consider- from a couple of parents on the ation, according to Pearce. topic. “If there’s Vancouver Island Reimer said the parents don’t University involved, if there’s find the bus stop convenient, the school district involved, as it’s on the highway and not what would their wants be? near Davis Road. That bus arSo making sure we’re trying to rives at Ladysmith Secondary take that into account, along- at 8:13 a.m. Parents of students side what the tax base is, along- who live outside the four-kiloside all the other variables with metre walk limit and elect to B.C. Transit and trying to make drive their children to school sure if we could do it, what are are also eligible for assistance the best times to do it and what of 30 cents a day per student as players are at the table,” said well as 16 cents a kilometre, up Pearce. to a maximum of two students. A plan would take at least “They’re not feeling that is an three to four months to imple- appropriate amount but it is an ment and the biggest task in- amount we’ve had for years,” volved would be where the she said. buses would be going. Once School districts are no longer that was agreed on, it would required to provide transportaonly come down to where tion for students, but Reimer funding would come from, ac- points out the Nanaimo-Ladycording to Pearce. smith district has continued to He said a route in 2015-16 provide assistance despite the would be more realistic. lack of provincial funding. Meanwhile, some parents in “Some school districts actuLadysmith have voiced con- ally charge for transportation cerns over transportation is- but our district hasn’t chosen sues. Davis Road Elementary to do that,” she said. was closed earlier this year With files from Dan Ebenal

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Town of Ladysmith seeing green Dan Ebenal the chronicle

A new five-year contract for the collection of recyclables has the Town of Ladysmith seeing green. With the Town’s initial oneyear deal with Multi-Material BC set to expire in March, council has authorized staff to negotiate a new five-year agreement with the company. “We will continue to contract out our recycling collection and then get refunded by MMBC,” said Ladysmith Mayor Rob Hutchins. About 23 per cent of the garbage, recycling and composting contract price is refund-

ing to the Town, expected to amount to about $72,500 for the first year of service. Hutchins said council has asked staff to look at three different options for that money. “Do we return that money to the residents? Do we augment the collection, because right now we don’t pick up glass and film plastics, do we provide that as a service? Or do we look at a more automated system for collection, a more sophisticated collection system?” said Hutchins. While film plastics were previously accepted as part of the recyclables collection, it was discontinued because

they contaminate the waste stream by wrapping around the sorting machines and other collectibles. “It’s an absolute nightmare for people dealing with that commodity,” he said, adding that Duncan and other communities have separate collections for those products. “Once a month they send out a separate truck and they pick up plastics and glass.” Council also approved an additional $25-a-ton tippage fee to the Cowichan Valley Regional District to cover the cost of shipping recycled materials from Bings Creek to Nanaimo for processing under the MMBC system.

School board consulting on calendar changes Staff Writer the chronicle

At its regular board meeting on Sept. 24, the NanaimoLadysmith School Board approved in principle proposed changes to the 2014-15 school year calendar to respond to the fact that 14 instructional days were lost in September due to strike action. The planned changes are now subject to a 30-day consultation period. The planned changes include:

• Scheduling a professional Nanaimo, B.C., V9R 3K6. development day on Monday, During the meeting, the Feb. 24 to replace the Sept. 29 school board also approved day, which was postponed. the reduction of the originally • Moving the end of semes- planned schedule for Profester one at secondary schools sional Learning Community to Friday, Feb. 6 to balance (PLC) time at schools, from 32 the number of days between Mondays of early dismissal to the two semesters. Provincial 16 Mondays this school year. exams will be held in the first The district will also cancel week of February. the May 5 Success for All Day, To comment on the pro- and that will become a day posed calendar changes, write of instruction. This will add to the Board of Education via about 21 hours of instruction e-mail to ckelt@sd68.bc.ca or to the school year, while premail to the Secretary-Treasur- serving a start to the PLC inier’s Office, 395 Wakesiah Ave., tiative, according to the board.

Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land Take notice that Town of Ladysmith has applied to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), West Coast Region for a Permit – Transportation Road dedication situated on Provincial Crown land located at Westdowne Road to Russell Road, Ladysmith. The Lands File Number that has been established for this application is 1414265. Written comments concerning this application should be directed to the Section Head, Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations at 142 – 2080 Labieux Rd, Nanaimo, BC, V9T 6J9, or emailed to: AuthorizingAgency.Nanaimo@gov.bc.ca. Comments will be received by MFLNRO until October 27, 2014. MFLNRO may not be able to consider comments received after this date. Please visit: http://arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp for more information. Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor at the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operation’s office in Nanaimo.

Former Ladysmith Secondary School principal Dave Street spent 72 hours on a scissor lift in the Ladysmith and District Credit Union parking lot this weekend to raise money for the Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock. Here, he is enjoying a sunny day Saturday afternoon as he looks down on the Ladysmith Fire/Rescue fundraising barbecue. Watch for more photos and information from Tour de Rock activities in next week’s paper. Lindsay Chung

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On Nov. 15, it’s up to us to elect a new school board Editor: The current school board continues its legacy of bad decisions. One of the most glaring involves diverting over $2 million dollars of maintenance money for the next two years. Instead of using this money for maintenance of every school in the district, they are funneling it into a single capital improvement project. This spring, the trustees thought it was a good idea to use AFG (Annual Facilities Grant) money to fund the conversion of Cedar Secondary into a half-filled, half-converted “mega” elementary school. Even their own director of planning and operations said that plan was “problematic.” Firstly, this money is meant for maintenance, not capital improvements. Secondly, this creates a deferred maintenance problem across the entire district. Most importantly however, this $3-million project is both unnecessary and unwanted. Most members of the community the school would serve don’t want it. A less expensive, more desirable option already exists — just two kilometers away — in Woodbank Elementary (a school the board decided to close). Woodbank has excellent playing fields that are eight times larger, it’s already purpose-built, in a much safer location, already has play equipment and has a good FCI (Facilities Condition Index) rating. All it needs are a couple of portables to accommodate the slight increase in student population. Did the trustees listen to the community, the parents who sat on the school construction committee or consider this option? No. School trustee elections are Nov. 15. It’s up to us to elect a new school board. One that better represents us and makes superior financial decisions. Scott Kimler Ladysmith

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Bringing balance back to resource extraction regulation

ver 60 per cent of British Columbians oppose the Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline. But under Canada’s current regulatory regime, that opposition means very little. The National Energy Board (NEB) doesn’t need to consider that opposition when it makes decisions. And federal Cabinet also has no accountability to the people most affected by decisions on pipelines. I’m proud to say that New Democrats are taking action. My colleague, Nathan Cullen (MP Skeena — Bulkley Valley) tabled An Act to Defend the Pacific Northwest in Parliament. It will be debated this autumn and hopefully be voted on before Christmas. The intent of the bill is to bring local communities, including First Nations, back into discussions about resource extraction, particularly of oil and gas.

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It will compel the NEB to adequately consult Fist Nations, provincial and municipal governments and local communities. And it must reflect the concerns heard in any final decision. The bill will also finally ban supertankers from transporting oil across the North Coast, putting into legislation a voluntary ban that has existed for decades. It only makes sense — after the tragedy of the Queen of the North sinking off Hartley Bay, we know how quickly ships can go down in these waters. And how easily it is for a ship, with all kinds of

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modern electronic navigating gear, to veer off course only a little and cause a catastrophe. F i n a l l y, the bill also forces the NEB to start considering the impact of any proposal on value-added jobs in Canada. Rather than “rip-and-ship” development that is all about moving the rawest material offshore to be processed, this New Democrat bill will ask the NEB to consider if a pipeline will add value as part of its public interest criteria. That means assessing whether or not a pipeline will impact jobs in the upgrading and refining sector in Canada;

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and viewing negatively any pipeline that only ships raw product away for export. Ultimately, the bill seeks to undo some of the damage caused by the Conservatives’ determination to eviscerate environmental legislation in this country, leaving communities and businesses wondering what protections still exist for our wilderness and our homes. Over 45,000 fisheries and tourism jobs would be affected by a spill either along the Enbridge pipeline route or by a spill on the North Coast. And it is impossible to determine what damage a leak or a tanker accident would cause to the environment and the many species on the Coast. British Columbians have spoken — they don’t want to risk everything so one company can make bigger profits. This bill will help bring some balance back to resource extraction regulation.

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Improvements in the works for Chemainus

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The original downtown Chemainus revitalization was in obvious need of being revitalized after more than 30 years. The Municipality of North Cowichan has long recognized that and council unanimously adopted The Chemainus Town Centre Revitalization Plan in November of 2011. It’s an extensive plan that goes far beyond the downtown and murals. Instead, it spreads around the community to every nook and cranny, including side streets, roads leading in and out of Chemainus, the waterfront and much more. Visible signs of the vast improvement project are going to start becoming apparent, with the Chemainus Waterwheel Square currently at the forefront. John MacKay, director of engineering and operations for North Cowichan, is managing the project. “It’s the main parking lot in Chemainus which is being completely redeveloped,’’ he explained. “We’re pretty well revamping the whole square.

We’re putting in new pavers and landscaping. It’s going to be completely different.’’ An addition to the Chemainus Valley Museum is underway now. “The museum is expanding and the Info Centre is moving into the building as well,’’ said MacKay. “It’s expanding but it’s going to have room for the Tourist Information Centre. Right now, it’s Crews work on Waterwheel Square, part of a major in the old firehall.’’ The old firehall will revitalization project underway in Chemainus. Lindsay Chung be demolished and replaced on the site prime tourist time,’’ of the project, which will be spread out over by the new library. said MacKay. It would take a several years. The Neighbourhood House Association book to outline ev- “It lists a whole will vacate the firehall erything in the plans bunch of projects for and essentially move for Chemainus and, in the downtown,’’ said up the street almost fact, there is a huge 66- MacKay. “There was a next door, according page document that fair amount of public summarizes the size consultation.’’ to MacKay. This is just the beginning of a major revamp for all of Chemainus. “It’s everything people in Chemainus have wanted,’’ said MacKay. “It’s all in the plans.’’ That includes the long-debated skateboard park which will find a home on the old Chemainus Elementary School site. The prime paving and curb work around the waterwheel is just underway and should be finished by the end of 2014. “We wanted to stay out of the way in the

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The municipalThat includes the ity engaged HB Lanarc planned roundabout at Consultants Ltd. to Chemainus Road and work with staff, the River Road. MacKay Chemainus Advisory said it’s budgeted to Committee and the be done this year but public to develop the depends on a right-ofseries of projects and way for the project bepolicies to guide the ing given to the municisuccess of Chemainus’ pality. future. Besides that, the plan The CAC, made up of incorporates a wide Chemainus business variety of improveowners, members of ments such as making the Downtown Busi- a better connection ness Association, mu- between Chemainus’ nicipal councillors, industrial heritage and non-profit organiza- the community. tions, and members Development of a waof the community, has terfront walkway lookprovided valuable in- ing down toward the put and expertise from Western Forest Prodday one. ucts mill is seen as a “Part of the plan in- way to bridge the gap, volves redeveloping with interpretive signChemainus Road from ing to provide insight the theatre to Henry into the forest industry Road,’’ added MacKay. and its marketplace.

A pedestrian waterfront boardwalk is also in the works, linking Kin Park with the industrial area by the government wharf and providing a stepping stone to “Old Town.’’ Streets and lanes are a significant part of the plan for Chemainus Road, Willow Street, Maple Street and Oak Street that better incorporates business and residential properties, with major visual improvements. Chemainus will no longer be painted with the broad brush of being just a “Mural Town’’ after all is said and done, with the hope of bringing more tourists and a better business base into the mix.

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Over The River and Through The Woods isn’t a title that jumps out at you like Les Miserables. Les Mis, the featured summer performance at the Chemainus Theatre Festival was so wellknown it basically sold itself, especially after the reviews started rolling in. Over The River, however, may require a bit more of a sell job. Most people have no knowledge of it. In fact, it’s already caused some humorous moments with the show set to open Friday for a five-week run until Nov. 8. “I heard from the box office one phoning in and asking for tickets for ‘Over The Hill,’’’ quipped Margaret Martin, who plays Emma Cristano. While Over The River may not have much notoriety yet, it should by the time audiences here see it because it’s a familyoriented story that appeals to all ages, according to Martin and Giovanni Mocibob, who portrays Nick Cristano. Martin is appearing in a Chemainus Theatre Festival show for the eighth time. “It’s like home here,’’ said the Victoria resident. “I am in my 80s now so the biggest challenge is learning the lines, I guess,’’ she quipped. “Also, I just love the show. I think this will be a show the seniors will enjoy.’’ At the same time, young people will enjoy it just as much and find themselves relating to a dilemma facing Mocibob’s character. “It’s a completely different sto-

Over the River and Through The Woods features grandparents plotting to keep their grandson from accepting a far-away job with matchmaking — and one of the wackiest Trivial Pursuit games ever staged. Andrew Leong ry, script,’’ Mocibob said. “The thing that drew me to it was I would get to play opposite experienced actors.’’ The story is full of humour, he said, and “it’s full of heart as well.” “I’d never heard about it, either. Once I read it, I thought I wanted to be a part of it.’’ This will be Mocibob’s third appearance in Chemainus after previously being cast in Chickens and Amadeus. The challenges in this performance, for him, are typical. “Learning the lines,’’ he said. Over the River And Through The Woods takes place in the New Jersey home of Aida (Linda Goranson) and Frank (Bill McFadden) where old-world Italian values predominate. At one Sunday dinner, grandson Nick (Mocibob) arrives with the news he’s been promoted to his dream job, but it’s in far-away Seattle. Neither set of grandparents, including the

loud and loopy Nunzio (Wes Tritter) and Emma (Martin), is pleased. “It’s a joyous role,’’ said Martin. “There’s a lot of common sense involved in Emma. She talks to her grandson and tells it like it is.’’ The plan by the four grandparents to keep Nick around is matchmaking, and that’s when Caitlin (Stephanie Moroz) arrives on the scene. Whether she becomes the woman of his dreams and kiboshes his plan to take the job of his dreams is the conflict that needs to be resolved, and you’ll just have to see for yourself how it turns out. Your ticket What: Over The River and Through The Woods Where: Chemainus Theatre Festival When: Friday, Oct. 3 through Saturday, Nov. 8 — matinee and evening shows available Tickets: 1-800-565-7738

Hospice volunteers celebrate Dame Cicely Lindsay Chung

pieces about the lives of impor- Cicely. Three performances are tant Canadian women. When scheduled for early October, inWendy Potter approached her cluding two in Nanaimo. Murphy plays Dame Cicely, Two hospice volunteers are to say she’d like to work with getting people to think and talk her on a new piece, because speaking at age 80 about her life about dying and palliative care they are both Nanaimo Commu- and work, while Potter — who by sharing the story of Dame nity Hospice volunteers, Dame has worked on dozens of lightCicely Saunders, the founder of Cicely Saunders was the obvi- ing designs for the Ladysmith ous choice, says Potter. Little Theatre, including the remodern hospice. Potter and Murphy researched, current production, Flemming: Margaret Murphy is an accomplished storyteller and has writ- wrote and performed Cicely! An American Thriller — plays ten and performed several other The Life and Work of Dame See Presentation Page 9 the chronicle

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The Polka Dot Trail leads to Chemainus Valley studios Lindsay Chung the chronicle

This weekend, artists in the Chemainus Valley are inviting you to follow the Polka Dot Trail to learn more about how they do what they do. Artists and artisans in Saltair, Chemainus and Crofton will be opening their studio doors this Friday to Sunday between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. for the inaugural Polka Dot Trail studio tour, featuring demonstrations, art sales, refreshments and free draws. Connie Manning, who is chairing the event organizing committee, Fibre artist Val Galvin is one of the participants in says there has never this weekend’s inaugural Polka Dot Trail Chemainus been a studio tour in Valley studio tour. Photo Courtesy of Chemainus BIA Chemainus, as far as they know. such a good time.” we’re pretty lucky.” When they began Manning says they reThe Polka Dot Trail discussing the idea of ceived a lot of support is a self-guided tour, creating a studio tour from Dee Kinnee, who and brochures will be in the Chemainus Val- was their fundraiser available around the ley, Manning found the and who helped with Chemainus Valley. response from artisans online marketing. “The focus on this was very positive. The list of partici- tour, and we all agreed “There was very keen pating artists along form the beginning, is interest and involve- the Polka Dot Trail that we want not just ment,” she said. “That features potters, fibre people coming into artwas pretty exciting artists, jewelry mak- ists’ studios, but artists for us. Everybody was ers, glass blowers and will be demonstrating fantastic about getting many more. the work they do and material and ideas, so “We have a whole slate sometimes inviting the it’s been a wonderful of artists participating, public to participate,” group effort. Everyone so I’m really excited said Manning. “People commented on how about that,” said Man- just love to see work, great the group worked ning. “We’ve got some the whole act of cretogether; we just had fabulous artists here; ating. I did one of the

murals in Chemainus, and the thing about that whole process was when the public gets a chance to see the work being created, there’s a different type of excitement and ownership. They get a little more insight into how something comes about or how that artist operates. It’s going to be fascinating for people to see how certain things are made. It’s fascinating to see how an artist can take something like a piece of stone and find something in it.” Manning says they “absolutely” hope to make this an annual event. Several artists were interested but unable to participate this year due to previous commitments, so she sees this as an event that will grow. The tour is specific to Saltair, Chemainus and Crofton because this is a new arm of the Chemainus Valley Cultural Arts Society. There will be a sneak peek of the Polka Dot Trail tour this Thursday during the Savour Chemainus wine and culinary event at the Chemainus Theatre. A couple of artists will be at the theatre from 5:30-8 p.m. to talk about this new event.

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a rounded care,” said Murphy. Narrator, giving background “She literally changed the face of hospice, palliative care.” and contextual information. Murphy and Potter have been A nurse, social worker and doctor, Dame Cicely estab- working on this presentation lished new methods of pain con- for two and a half years. They trol and initiated an innovative, launched it during two sold-old holistic approach to caregiving fundraisers in 2013. “They were very well-received, for terminally ill patients and and we realized the story of their families. “She saw a need for a home Dame Cicely was a wonderful for critically-ill patients and for way to enter into a discussion

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The skills that brought Rowan Siider to the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League are clearly evident when he steps onto the ice. His talents off the ice and aspirations for the future are not something you see too often at the rink. A physical style of play and canon of a shot is helping the 17-year-old Ladysmith product carve out a spot in the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League. Siider has notched a goal and a pair of assists in six games this season with the Nanaimo Buccaneers, where he’s growing into the role of a shutdown defenceman. “I’d say I’m strongest defensively. I like to skate the puck every once in a while but I play a defensive game,” said Siider, whose

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Rowan Siider (left) looks to clear the front of the net during a Nanaimo Buccaneers practice. Dan Ebenal favourite aspect is lining up against the opponent’s top line on the penalty kill. “I’ve got a hard shot, I’ll just say hard because it’s not accurate. Whenever someone’s in front of the net and I’m up there, they’re definitely wary that they might get one up high. I haven’t hit anyone yet, not in the face anyway.” Siider’s defensive abilities have caught the eye of Buccaneers coach Derek Bachynski. “He brings just a good presence on the back end. He’s a big body, he has speed, he has tremendous potential to be one of the top Dmen in the league.” Bachynski said like many young defenceman, Siider sometimes tries to do a little too much offensively and can get caught up ice. “We’re trying to work

on him being a de- Sept. 11 game against fensive defencemen the Kerry Park Islandat the moment,” said ers. the first-year Bucs “That was a welcome coach. “Once he be- to the league,” he said. comes that, maybe he “Now I just protect mycan venture out into self out there, keep becoming more of an my head up.” offensive defencemen. While his teammates But right now he’s one may switch on their of the top four D-men, video games or toss a shutdown D-man, so around a ball after we play him against practice, Siider has some of the top lines.” other plans. Siider racked up “Right now after I’m eight assists in 38 done here I’m going to games with the North the art gallery down Island Silvertips in in Ladysmith. Me and Major Midget hockey a friend of mine are last year. Moving up working on a big muto Junior this year has ral.” been a bit of an adSiider says his justment for the five- friends are all artistic, foot-11, 176-pound creative people, and blueliner. he enjoys painting “It’s a different style and drawing. of play. It’s just rough- “I’ve always got my er. It’s not necessarily sketchbook in my car faster, it’s just a differ- that I doodle in.” ent style,” said Siider, But it’s Siider’s viwho got an introduc- sion on the ice and tion to the rougher not his artistic vision style of play when he that Bachynski wants was taken face-first to focus his efforts on. into the boards in a “Eventually he’ll be

an even better player once we fine tune his skills. He’s a tremendous asset to our team in regards to his big body down low, his strength in breaking up plays,” said Bachynski, who has noticed steady improvement from Siider from the first day of training camp. “I can see him being one of the top D in the league at some point as long as he commits himself to working hard and improving each day.” Siider lists a goal he scored last year with the Bucs as one of the highlights of his young career. “There was a packed crowd and it was a nice goal,” recalls Siider of the goal he scored in one of two games with the Bucs last year as an affiliated player. “I got a pass and it was just a one timer straight in. It was one of my better shots. The crowd was roaring and I was pumped up.” Siider is looking forward to a successful year with the Bucs and hopes to eventually go on to play in Finland, where his family originally came from. “That’s just where my roots are and it would be cool to be back there,” he said. “Next year I either see myself back here — which is great, I love it here — stepping up to Junior A or going on an adventure and playing in Europe.”

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TOWN OF LADYSMITH

NOTICES & NEWS October 2014

COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE

Claire Wardle (left), Sam Plett, Felix Leblanc and Eden Dalton-Thompson in last year’s Yellowpoint Christmas Spectacular. Tickets are now on sale for this year’s show from Dec. 5-21. Photo Submitted

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Special Council Meeting Wednesday, October 1st, 7:00 p.m. Council Meetings Monday, October 6th, 7:00 p.m. & Monday, October 20th, 7:00 p.m. Municipal Services Committee Meeting* Monday, October 20th Mayor’s Open Door* – City Hall Thursdays, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. City Hall (410 Esplanade) Business Hours Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Corner of Trans Canada Hwy. and Roberts St. except statutory holidays *Please check the website (www.ladysmith.ca) or call City Hall at 250.245.6400 to confirm times.

HOLIDAY CLOSURES City Hall, Development Services and Public Works will be closed on Monday, October 13th, 2014 for the Thanksgiving Day Holiday. For Frank Jameson Community Centre hours, please call 250-245-6425.

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Tickets are already on sale for the eighth annual Yellowpoint Christmas Spectacular, which has become a holiday tradition for music and dance lovers across Vancouver Island. Producer and director Katy Bowen-Roberts has been working since January on the creation of another new show to bring to audiences. “Choosing the music is a treat,” she said in a press release. “What could be more wonderful than listening to hundreds of pieces of music of different genres, styles and eras? I am always amazed by how much music there is to choose from.” Bowen-Roberts says this year’s show promises to be as exciting as ever, with everything from dancing to a set of dazzling disco hits to jamming with the Creedence Clearwater Revival band and a little country dancing with Dolly Parton. The sequins will be out again for a beautiful medley of Elton John songs, and the energy will be high as highlights from West Side Story, including “America,” are danced on the stage. The Grinch will be seen stirring up the Christmas magic, while the Toy Soldiers will tap their way into the story. The format is similar, but the music is always different and that’s what brings audiences back year after year, according to Bowen-Roberts. As the theatre begins to buzz on opening night, the excitement builds. What will the costumes be like this year? Will we see new talent or will we see returning cast members? What Elton John hits did they choose? What’s the opening Broadway number this year? So many questions are buzzing around the room. The lights dim, the voices become whispers and the band begins to play. It’s time to be whisked away to another world — a world of live dance and music, of Christmas cheer and colourful costumes and, of course, laughter and tears. Tickets are on sale now at the Port Theatre box office at 250-754-8550. The 2014 show runs from Dec. 5-21, with 11 performances at the Cedar Community Hall and four at the Port Theatre. For more information about the show, visit www.yellowpointchristmasspectacular.ca. New PatieNts welcome ALL DenTAL PLAnS ACCePTeD. COMPLeTe DenTAL CARe FOR eVeRyOne.

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Water meters are currently being read. Utility bills for July to September will be mailed in middle of October. If you have not received your bill by the end of October, please call 250.245.6414 ext. 6206 or email billing@ladysmith.ca.

FIREWORKS FOR HALLOWEEN

The Town of Ladysmith will be following Cowichan Valley Regional District Fireworks Bylaw No. 39. Those wanting to discharge fireworks on Halloween night must have the following: • A fire safety plan. • A valid Fireworks Operators Certificate, or equivalent, for the level appropriate to the nature of the fireworks being possessed and discharged. • Fireworks Discharge Permit approved by the CVRD. This can be applied for at Ladysmith City Hall, 410 Esplanade. (Permits will be issued for October 31st only) For more information, please call City Hall at 250.245.6400.

BURNING REGULATIONS Please be reminded that no outdoor burning is permitted within the Town of Ladysmith, with the exception of small cooking fires (no bigger than 0.5m sq.) such as a barbecue, fire pit or chiminea.

WATER RESTRICTIONS – STAGE 2 CONTINUES UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE Due to a snow pack shortage and a limited spring run-off, as well as unseasonably dry weather through the summer, Town of Ladysmith residents are advised that the following sprinkling regulations are in effect: ONE HOUR TOTAL SPRINKLING TIME (either between 7 a.m. & 8 a.m. OR 7 p.m. & 8 p.m.) • Odd numbered premises may sprinkle on ODD NUMBERED DAYS. • Even numbered premises may sprinkle on EVEN NUMBERED DAYS. You can use a hose with a shut off spray nozzle to water trees, shrubs, flowers or vegetables on any day during the week. Other restrictions, until further notice: • Residents with automated sprinkler systems must set their timers to no more than 3.5 hours of lawn watering each week during the above times • No vehicle washing (commercial outlets are still available) • No re-filling of swimming pools Check the website at www.ladysmith.ca for Water Restriction Updates. If you have a question, please contact 250.245.6445.

GARBAGE / RECYCLING COLLECTION - YOUR COLLECTION DAY IS CHANGING Following the Thanksgiving statutory holiday on October 13th, your garbage/recycling pick-up day will move forward by 1 day.

HOMEOWNER GRANT If you have not already done so, December 31st is the deadline to claim your homeowner grants for 2013 (retroactive) and 2014. Please contact the Tax Department at 250.245.6414, ext. 6206 for more information.

BOULEVARDS Reminder to property owners that it is your responsibility to maintain the boulevards adjacent to your properties. This includes mowing and keeping them tidy. For more information please call City Hall at 250.245.6400 or Public Works at 250.245.6445.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2014 - LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS

• Candidate nomination packages are now available at City Hall • Candidate nomination documents must be submitted to City Hall between Tuesday, September 30 and Friday, October 10 at 4:00 p.m. • Advance voting will be held at City Hall on Wednesday, November 5 and Wednesday, November 12, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. • Election Day voting will take place at Frank Jameson Community Centre on Saturday, November 15, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. • If you are going to be out of town during advance polls and on election day, you can mail in your ballot. Please call City Hall for information about mail-in ballots. For more election details, please contact City Hall or visit our website at www.ladysmith.ca, or contact Chief Election Officer: Joanna Winter 250.245.6417 jwinter@ladysmith.ca Deputy Chief Election officer: Sandy Bowden 250.245.6404 sbowden@ladysmith.ca

CANDIDATES’ INFORMATION SESSION –TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 6:30 P.M. An information seminar is being held, for anyone interested in running for Ladysmith Council in the November 15th local government election at City Hall – 410 Esplanade in Council Chambers, Tuesday, September 30th at 6:30 p.m.

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Town of Ladysmith Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Section 227 of the Community Charter, that Council will give final consideration to Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw 2014, No. 1867 at the Council meeting on October 6th, 2014 at City Hall, 410 Esplanade, Ladysmith, B.C. Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw 2014, No. 1867 proposes to exempt from taxation the following buildings, the lands on which the buildings stand and the lands surrounding certain buildings for the year 2015. 2015 Estimate for Amount of Tax Revenue Foregone Based on 2014

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2,393.53

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1,814.18

2,378.87

4,193.05

4,276.91

4,362.45

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1,362.32

1,619.31

2,981.63

3,041.26

3,102.09

4,569.50 11,281.09

11,506.71

11,736.84

SECTION 2

PART 2

Ladysmith Senior Citizens Housing Society 224.2(a) Non-Profit

101 1st Ave Lot 1, DL56, LD43, Plan 31443 Folio 1338.000

6,711.59

Ladysmith Senior Citizens Housing Society 224.2(a) Non-Profit

207 Jamison Rd. Lot 1, DL 56, LD 43, Plan 21490 (Specifically the area of land surrounding the building footprint as shown on Schedule D) Folio 1322.300

1,362.02

697.10

2,059.12

2,100.30

2,142.31

Ladysmith Historical Society (Museum) 224.2(a) Non-Profit

721 1st Ave Lot 11, Blk 7, LD43, Plan 703 Folio 0055.000

4,618.71

2617.88

7,236.59

7,381.32

7,528.95

Alcoholics Anonymous 224.2(a) Non-Profit

12 Buller St Lot 14, Blk 7, LD43, Plan 703 Folio 0058.000

1,419.87

738.98

2,158.85

2,202.03

2,246.07

Ladysmith Maritime Society 224.2(a) Non-Profit

611 Oyster Bay Dr. Blk C, DL2016, LD43, Foreshore Lease for Marina, Lease/Permit #106431 As shown on Schedule “G”, including the insert for the Visitors Centre Folio 1602.100 AND Unit C, I & M - 610 Oyster Bay Dr. Lot 4, Plan 45800, Parent Parcel 1109.300 and Folio 1109.317 AND 616 Oyster Bay Dr. Car Shop Lot 4, Plan 45800 Parent parcel 1109.300 Folio 1109.316

7,498.07 17,634.60

17,987.29

18,347.04

Ladysmith Maritime Society 224.2(a) Non-Profit

10,136.53

1,526.05

946.75

2,472.80

2,522.26

2,572.71

1,725.69

1,070.61

2,796.30

2,852.23

2,909.27

Ladysmith Golf Club Society 224.2(i) Recreational

380 Davis Rd. DL43, LD43, except Plans 2478, 4670, 5873, 7527, 8922, 12027, 14051, 15693, 835R, 34197, 48247 & VIP57353. exc E&N R/W Pcl A (DD24404N) Pcl C (DD344431), VIP65242 Folio 1017.005

3,003.85

3,512.48

6,516.33

6,646.66

6,779.59

Ladysmith Festival of Lights 224.2(a) Non-Profit

1163 4th Ave Lot A, DL146, LD43, Plan 34438 Folio 1449.200

6,721.00

3,922.14 10,643.14

10,856.00

11,073.12

Arts Council of Ladysmith & District 224.2(a) Non-Profit

Units J, K & L - 610 Oyster Bay Rd Lot 4, Plan 45800 Parent Parcel 1109.300 Folio 1109.328

Eco-Tourism Building (mechanical room and public storage only) 224.2(a) Non-Profit

739.58

458.83

1,198.41

1,222.38

1246.83

Transfer Beach Lot 2, Plan 36262 (Specifically the area of land and buildings outlined in red on Schedule ‘E’) Folio 1110.110

1,957.10

1,214.17

3,171.27

3,234.70

3,299.39

Ladysmith Health Care Auxiliary 224.2(a) Non-Profit

910 1st Ave (Thrift Shop) Lot 1, Blk 30, Plan 703A Folio 263.000

5,284.18

3,030.74

8,314.92

8,481.22

8,650.84

Canadian Legion Branch #171 224.2(a) Non-Profit

621 1st Ave Lot A, Blk 8, Plan 703 (except the section outlined in bold on Schedule “F”) Folio 70.000

164.62

276.72

441.34

450.17

459.17

Section 3 St John’s Masonic Temple Assoc (Leased by Town for parking lot) 225.2(a) Partnering Agreement

PART 3 26 Gatacre St Lot 9, Blk 9, LD43, Plan 703 Folio 85.000

2,216.44

1,306.64

3,523.08

3,593.54

3,665.41

Ladysmith & District Historical Society archives 225.2(a) Partnering Agreement

1115A - 1st Ave., (Under Tim Hortons) Lot 1, VIS5873, DL118, LD43 Folio 1373.010

2,752.36

1,460.01

4,212.37

4,296.62

4,382.55

Municipal Parking lot 225.2(a) Partnering Agreement

17 & 25 Roberts St Lots 8 & 9, Blk 11, Plan 703A Folios 123.000 & 125.000

3,231.52

1,509.74

4,741.26

4,836.09

4,932.81

TOTALS

69,444.23 51,467.15 120,911.38 123,329.62 125,796.21

As required by Section 227 of the Community Charter, we have included estimated costs of providing the permissive tax exemptions for 2015 and the next two years. Properties will not be automatically exempt in 2016 and 2017. The above Bylaw may be inspected at City Hall, 410 Esplanade, Ladysmith, British Columbia during normal office hours (Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) excluding statutory holidays.

Celebrate the bounty of fall during Cranberry Harvest Days this Friday to Sunday at Yellow Point Cranberries. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the farm at 4532 Yellow Point Rd. will offer complimentary tours at 12:30 p.m. and 1 p.m. and a chance to sample cranberry delicacies in the tasting room. Of the more than 200 varieties of cranberries, about 10 are grown commercially, according to a press release from Yellow Point Cranberries, which grows Stevens, Bergman and Ben Lear cranberries, each with different characteristics such as size, colour and keeping quality. New this year, the Keefer family is offering cranberry contests for kids. For children aged seven and younger, the contests are: • Cranberry muffins • Cranberry cookies — 6 • Cranberry photo — submit by e-mail For children aged 12 and younger, the contests are: • Cranberry muffins —4 • Cranberry cookies —6 • Cranberry garnish — one small bowl • Edible cranberry creation — anything else you love to make with cranberries • Cranberry photo — submit by e-mail Adults may wish to assist younger children with their entries, but projects should be done primarily by the child. All food entries can be submitted to Yellow Point Cranberries at the farm on Oct. 3, 4 and 5 between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Entry tags are available at the farm. Photo entries should be e-mailed to yellowpointcranberries@ shaw.ca by 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 5. Photos will be printed and exhibited in the farm’s Tasting Room. The Keefers will acknowledge receipt of photos via e-mail and will notify photo contest winners by e-mail. Winners of each category will be notified by Oct. 6, and small prizes will be awarded.

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LADYSMITH- RENOâ€™D 2 bdrm lower duplex. Laundry. N/S. $825+ utils. 250-245-2079.

HOMES FOR RENT

ALL PROPERTIES RENTED WANTED Quality Rentals to add to our Property Management Portfolio JOHN BOOTH 250-245-2252 Royal LePage Property Management www.royallepagenanaimo.ca

528 1st Ave. Ladysmith, BC

Ladysmith: Easy walking to downtown, the seaside, trails, 2 good sized bedrooms, electric heat incl. Located in a private setting. 30 min to ferry, N/S, N/P. 250-245-4638.

AUTO FINANCING

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 selfcontâ€™d legal suite. $515,900. 250-710-1947.

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: Itâ€™s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

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2004 PONTIAC Sunfire, silver. 4-door, automatic, power windows & locks, air cond., 103,000 km. $3500. Call (250)701-9111.

MOTORCYCLES 2008 HONDA Jazz Scooter with 900 Kmâ€™s. Just like new. One owner. $2,400 OBO 250748-0927

TRUCKS & VANS 1990 DODGE Ram 250 Turbo Diesel Cummins FWD automatic 98,000 KMs clean no accidents, white, w/ canopy, asking $4,000 OBO. 250-7437003.

1994 FORD Econo Van, 306,222 kms, auto., commercial, roof racks, shelves, radio. $4,500 OBO. 250-715-0875

1997 CHEV 1/2 ton, V6, standard, short box, extended cab, 333,000 km, no rust, runs good. $950. 250-746-6054.

MARINE BOATS 25â€™ CATALINA Quality Fixed keel sailboat. $10,200. Also, available 2 small out board, $320 each. Call (250)7435827.

APPLIANCES

ARE YOU $10K or more in debt? DebtGo can help reduce a significant portion of your debt load. Call now and see if you qualify. 1-800-351-1783.

2002 PONTIAC Sunfire, yellow. 2-dr, 5-spd. 197,000 hwy km. $1600. (250)701-9111.

TRANSPORTATION

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

18 CU.FT. upright deepfreeze, $200. White 13 cu ft fridge, $175. Almond 15 cu ft fridge, $175. White 30â€? range, $150. 30â€? almond range, $125. White 30â€? propane stove, $150. Black 30â€? range, $200. Kenmore Washer dryer sets, $300-$350. Washers, $150$250. Dryers, $100-$150. Staking washer/dryer, $300. Built-in dishwashers, $100$150. White portable dishwasher, $100. Black Kenmore built-in dishwasher, $150. 6 month warranty on all appliances. Please call Greg at (250)246-9859.

1995 Luxury Aurora Oldsmobile (98000kms). Garage kept, mint condition, recent receipts for over $3,000 in updated repairs and service. $2,500 obo. 250-743-4392. 1996 PONTIAC Grand Am, low mileage, excellent condition. 250-597-3089.

SUITES, UPPER

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

CARS

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

LADYSMITH- 4 bdrm, close to schools & downtown, lrg yrd. Available October 1. $1200. (250)924-8255.

* Gutters * Windows * Siding * Moss Removal * Pressure washing

PLUMBING

Meicor Properties Chemainus: Lockwood Villa. Well kept bldg, 1 bdrm $650 incl heat & hot water, available Sept. 1st. N/S, 1 small pet welcome. 250-246-1033. www.meicorproperties.com

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 applâ€™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.

LOTS COMMERCIAL LOT in fringe area of Duncan core 89 x 57ft $129,000. 250-247-7208

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36â€™ Trojan Tri-Cabin, twin Yanmar diesels, low hours, extremely economical. Health forced sale, super deal, $40K obo. 250-732-2744 SAILBOAT & TRAILER â€œFlying Juniorâ€? Class No. 5905. New paint and new parts. Main & jib sails. $2,000. Call: 250-246-9061

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PERSONAL SERVICES

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