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Cowichan’s health condition gets a thorough diagnosis
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little boy is now fatherless. That reality is front and centre for Marissa Caruso, a former Duncan resident, who attended secondary school with Nathan Cirillo, the Canadian forces reservist who was murdered Oct. 22 as he stood guard at the National War Memorial in Ottawa. Michael Zehaf-Bibeau shot Cirillo before entering the House of Commons and going on a shooting spree that ended when he was killed by Sergeant-at-Arms Kevin Vickers, in what police are saying was a terrorist-related attack. Caruso, a single parent herself, wants people to know that a trust fund has also been set up for Cirillo’s son. Cirillo has been a single parent since Marcus’ birth, Caruso said. “He was just the nicest guy ever,” she said. “People always say that when people pass away, but he had no problems with others, he always had a laugh, he was always smiling and made the best of situations. “If you were feeling bad, you’d feel good after seeing him. He was a great guy all around — not to mention a flirt and a bit of a ladies’ man,” Caruso said. “He was kind of shy, maybe because he had a crush on my daughter,” her mother, Duncan resident Angela Carpenter said. “He was a gentle, loving person...who came from a loving big family, those are the things I can remember.” Caruso said she last spoke with Cirillo two months ago, when she moved back to Hamilton from Duncan. Their conversation centred around what he needed for his new apartment. His parents, Caruso said, were very involved with young Marcus and will be his guardians. Her slain friend, she said, was “definitely born to be a soldier; on Instagram there were tons of pictures of him in uniform.” Being in Hamilton following her friend’s death has been surreal Caruso said. “It’s been mind-blowing, an indescribable feeling. It took a couple of days to set in,” she added. Flowers are being laid in respect at the army base and along the Highway of Heroes from Ottawa to Hamilton. Canadian flags are hanging from bridges, and T-shirts with Cirillo’s face are everywhere. As to how Cirillo would respond to the attention, Caruso said he would say his sacrifice was Andrew Leong his duty. Odran Conroy, 3, waits for the judging during the Downtown Halloween Spooktacular, presented by Duncan more on page 8 Business Improvement Association, Saturday at Duncan city square. Conroy won first prize for his age group.
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owichan area teens are having babies at more than double the provincial average. Affordable houses and family doctors are usually easier to find in the local region than they are in the rest of the province. And while people here are living longer than they used to, they still die earlier than elsewhere in B.C. — particularly in the Ladysmith-Chemainus area. These are just three among dozens of findings about our community revealed Thursday in the Cowichan Communities Health Profile, a sweeping new document designed to show us what things we are doing well to support a healthy community, and where we need to improve. Compiled by the Our Cowichan Communities Health Network, the profile is 201 pages — and counting — of facts and figures, maps and charts that delve well beyond the traditional model of counting doctors and hospital beds. The profile may be the first document of its type produced in North America. “It’s certainly the best I’ve seen that doesn’t focus in on the usual health measures,” Vancouver Island medical health officer Dr. Paul Hasselback said. Based on the 12 Determinants of Health, it explores broader issues like job income and security, community connection, exercise habits and many other things that are proven to contribute to good health. “Hospital beds don’t rate high on the determinants of health,” OCCHN co-chair Rob Hutchins said. “We have some unusual health issues.” The life expectancy rate, for example. “We’ve got a mystery, something we don’t understand,” Hasselback said. “It’s been like that for 25 years. We’re working on finding out why.” But the profile isn’t just about identifying areas that need improvement. It also identifies our strengths. Like housing affordability. “We should be shouting that,” Hasselback said. “You can afford to live here. It’s an asset.” And that is the point of the profile: providing the relevant data in the relevant areas to guide future research and decision-making toward a healthier community. more on page 8
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Cobble Hill race could divide on Balme Ayr lines Election 2014: Outside controversial gravel proposal, candidates cite many similar concerns and priorities for the region Peter W. Rusland
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two-way race to replace Cobble Hill’s retiring director, Gerry Giles, involves two candidates with similar visions of preserving the area’s rural character and environment. Dara Quast, 47, cited the proposed Balme Ayr gravel pit, a sustainable local economy, and “consulting community about what happens here” as her top-three priorities. Challenger Matteus Clement, 32, said “water, farms, and people” headed his pressing issues in Area C. Clement ventured to say the distinguishing difference between the two choices is experience. Duncan-born Clement’s resume shows his role as external-executive of the Camosun College’s student society; working with municipal governments, such as Victoria; and a business background running a communications firm. “I have a background of reaching out to people,” he said, signaling his track record could spell more local jobs. But 25-year resident Quast — a networksystems analyst — explained open ears give her a big edge. “The one thing I believe puts me in a class of my own is that I’m not willing to listen to a just a few, or represent just a few, but would represent all people of this area,” she said. The closest thing to a clear difference in their platforms is tied to the Balme Ayr Farm proposal. Quast does not support the 30-year permit request as it stands. She believed in property-improvement rights “but not at the expense of their neighbours, their community and the environment.” “I’ll always advocate for citizens’ property rights, but one area cannot put their neighbouring area in harm. We need to respect each other.” Clement was more on the fence. He favours the idea of farmland-reclamation — but not at
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“We must make sure we do not approve developments that will damage our aquifers. Balanced development is about balancing our environment with our economic and residential needs; it’s a full picture.” That picture included controlling traffic on rural roads. “I live on Hutchinson,” said Clement, “and I’m not a fan of people treating it like an autobahn. We need to look at (alternative) truck routes for commercial and industrial activity.” Quast questioned how much traffic control she would have. “I have (traffic) concerns, but our roads are maintained by the province; we’re not a municipality, so that doesn’t fall under our jurisdiction, but I’ll advocate for our residents.” Some folks are mulling including Area C into a south-Cowichan municipality, perhaps with Mill Bay and Shawnigan Lake. Clement was doubtful. “(Amalgamation question) keeps coming back on how to make it work fiscally with the tax base we have; it’s not a viable thing. We need to use our space more effectively, bring in more Dara Quast and Matteus Clement are matched up against each other in the race to claim the Cobble Hill seat now held by employees, then have that discussion.” retiring longtime CVRD director Gerry Giles. Quast would follow residents’ wishes. “I’d want a full disclosure of the information. any cost. that in the OCP.” I want to hear what people want, and take it “I’m a staunch supporter of the ALR, and Quast also saw herself as a business catalyst from there; it’s not just about my opinion.” want to see more farmland in the valley,” Clem- of sorts. Some residents are riled about rising wages for ent said, noting negotiations are crucial. “I’d “I hear over and over how small- and Cowichan Valley Regional District managers. help find the middle ground and compromise, medium-size businesses, and niche home-based Both hopefuls wanted to measure bang for the so most people feel they were heard without businesses, aren’t feeling supported by the curtaxpayers’ buck. high tensions.” rent system. “Standards applied to senior management have The CVRD has already voiced its opposition “I want a more co-operative working environbeen lacklustre at best,” Clement said. “It’s asto the plan which was eventually supported ment where small businesses and farms are all sumed we should use the same yardstick as simiby the Agricultural Land Commission. The heard, so we can work in a manner that not regional district also rejected a temporary use only maintains what Cobble Hill has, but makes lar regional districts, but there hasn’t even been an attempt to put out lower (job-wage) tenders, permit related to the proposal. The provincial it better.” government is considering the application Growth won’t compromise the area’s aquifers, and see what calibre of people come forward.” To Quast — who took the CVRD to court to mine the gravel and will ultimately decide they vowed. and won in the case of the South Cowichan whether the operation will proceed. “I was impressed by the water system in ECO Depot — it was about the right pay for The pair seemed on the same page about Cobble Hill village treating sewage and grey the right results. growing small businesses to help stretch Cobble water to drinking-class standards, then using “People who work for us must produce work Hill’s tax base. that for irrigation,” said Clement. that warrants the pay. It’s not about who makes “Our official community plan, and the South “I’m really interested in implementing techCowichan community plan, set out where we nology to mirror these situations,” he said, citing what, but if we’re getting value for our dollar. want to go and how we want to grow,” said wireless monitoring of well contamination, and Some salaries may be too high; some may be too low.” Clement. resident co-operation. For more information this year’s Nov. 15 “It’s about creating a small-scale economy “Information will be the big one. I’m not a fan municipal election, go to cowichannewsleader. so people can buy homes and make purchases of punitive systems.” com and click on the election2014 icon on the here. I want (to fill) spaces not being used as Quast indicated presenting facts about potentop right-hand corner. commercial and industrial, if they’re zoned for tial aquifer risks is vital.
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ontinued tossing of trash — and even a dead animal — behind a curb at the Hutchinson Road turnaround has resident Seymour Cudby demanding a garbage can from the Cowichan Valley Regional District. “I’ve called (Cobble Hill Director) Gerry Giles about this dozens of times,” the senior from Maple Hills subdivision told the News Leader Pictorial. “She said she’d put in a report, but not to hold my breath.” Cudby was armed with photos showing all kinds of junk he claimed has fouled the site for about five years after the turnaround was installed. “Last year there was even a dead sheep dumped there in the summer.” Cudby noted he believed the disgusting garbage dump — similar to other horrid heaps dotting
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Profile essential reading for our decision-makers Health network: Findings should be a guide for local policy moving forward
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veryone knows the basics of staying healthy: eat right, get plenty of exercise and stay focused on the bright side of life. So why are most of our health care dollars spent on fixing the sick instead of holding illness at bay by making sure people are well-fed, fit and made to feel safe, secure and important? It’s an intriguing question and one that is certainly brought into sharp focus by the Cowichan Communities Health Profile. Profile great The profile does an excellent job of start to build- isolating some of the peculiarities of our community: where our strengths ing a healthiare and where we need to improve. It will succeed or fail based on how er community many decision-makers read it and how seriously they take it. Most would likely consider teen pregnancies, employment rates and the percentage of people graduating from Cowichan high schools as serious issues. But health issues? The answer is an emphatic yes. Years of research has conclusively proven people who come from stable homes, who have secure and fulfilling jobs and are better educated, are also healthier. It makes sense, but it seldom seems to play a prominent role in our decision-making. That needs to change. Ladysmith and Lake Cowichan mayors Rob Hutchins and Ross Forrest appeared to be the only elected officials present at Thursday’s profile unveiling at Vancouver Island University. The rest need to immediately add this document to their reading list. It gets right to the bedrock of community, and clearly illustrates issues that affect us all. It will open your eyes.
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It’s not unheard of for our small-town Vancouver Island community to host a national icon. But it is unusual enough that when it happens it should be savoured. Last week’s visit from Order of Canada recipient Gordon Lightfoot was one such moment, and it certainly appeared to be savoured by a packed house at the Cowichan Theatre. It was a special evening.
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pl. Nathan Cirillo and Warrant Officer Patrice Vincent were not the only casualties of terror in Canada this week. A nation’s innocence died as Canadians unwillingly became part of international terror on our own soil. RCMP were already monitoring 90 people, including one of the two men who killed Canadian soldiers in sudden, unprovoked attacks. Security will increase as the terrorist attacks play into the existing law-and-order agenda of the governing Conservatives. More surveillance cameras is a given. Beefed-up security at airports and border crossings is inevitable. Who but the most ardent civil libertarians would oppose such measures when all signs point toward more terrorism within Canada?
Last month, the spokesman for the Islamic State of Iraq and Al-Sham called for attacks on Canadians. Abu Muhammad Al-Adnani urged ISIS supporters to kill Canadians, Americans, Australians, French and other Europeans whether they are members of the military or civilians. Extra security to defend against such attacks will be expensive. Canadians will lose some civil liberties in a tradeoff for feeling, and hopefully being, safer. How far will the pendulum swing? How much will our country change from its reputation as a peacemaker? The most disturbing aspect of both incidents is both killers were Canadians. Perhaps the most insidious aspect of terrorism is that radicalized fanatics can walk among us undetected, especially if they are Canadian citizens. Besides whatever increase in domestic suspicion that would naturally occur, this cannot help but raise intolerance toward
The issue of backyard dumping does not go away; today’s article about the trash trauma in Cobble Hill is just another messy reminder. The regional district certainly can do more things to make waste collection and processing easier for residents. But let’s face it: it’s not that difficult right now. The issue is the selfish idiots who take no responsibility for their own piggish behaviour.
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anyone in this country with an odd name, suspicious accent or swarthy skin. This will provide an excuse for anyone already inclined toward intolerance, outright racism or paranoia. Finding a healthy balance in the times that will come will not be easy. One of the worst fallouts from terrorism is how it makes people and their governments fearful and reactionary. How many loyal Canadians with Japanese ancestry were dispatched to internment camps during the Second World War? How many of them never got their land and other possessions back at the end of the war? We will hopefully not repeat that shameful slice of Canadian history, yet we must be more vigilant. Residents of a less-innocent Canada are suddenly faced with more doubt and uncertainty. Canadians who until this week were spared from the chill of domestic terror, except for
isolated horrors such as the Marc Lepine massacre, no longer have that luxury. Maybe we were just fooling ourselves, content with our international reputation as the nice guys in the long shadow of our U.S. neighbours. Americans will continue to be a much more attractive target than Canadians, but we’re now on the radar for terrorists. Still, nothing unites a people like an external threat, and we could come out of this more united than we have been for some time. How we react to this threat will say volumes about Canadians. The trick will be protecting ourselves from fanatics without becoming extremists ourselves. Mark Allan is a former editor of the Comox Valley Record.
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What are your thoughts about last week’s Parliament-Hill shootings? “It’s a wake-up call. It tells our leaders to put more security in the Parliament Buildings to avoid any future deaths, to protect our leaders, and so people don’t lose faith in their safety.”
“It’s a joke; anyone with a gun is suddenly a terrorist. It’s a sign of our times. So many people have mental illnesses but aren’t being diagnosed property. Unfortunately, people had to die.”
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As tax-paying citizens have been pointing out for some years now, it’s not getting any easier to dispose of household waste, instead it’s getting more complicated, inconvenient, confusing and expensive. Maybe it’s time to stop asking the bureaucrats for “solutions” that don’t work and get back to basic services that people understand and actually get the job done. It is understandable waste disposal is more complex and difficult than it used to be. But what is needed is a single service that deals with everything. If sorting, processing or marketing is required afterward, that is the municipality’s job. Otherwise, the trend of dumping in the woods and waterways is only going to increase and that is not acceptable. Tom Masters
Dear editor Re: the City of Duncan’s Island Highway plans. Put barricades up on all the crossing streets from Boys to James street. Take the lights out. People will learn to cross the highway at Allenby or Beverly. If they want to allow pedestrians to cross the highway at Cowichan Way, move the overpass from south of town to Cowichan Way. No one uses it there anyway, except to protest. I agree a bypass would be great but I think it will be a huge cost. Less lights equals more traffic flow. Surprise! Mike Bates
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Dear editor Several months ago I attended a public meeting at Shawnigan Lake where the CVRD tried to sell the idea of continuing and increased funding to the Duncan Sportsplex. This is one of the spending proposals being put to voters next month. After the presentation, which contained exaggerated use-data on the facility but little useful information on salaries and annual spending, all of those present at the meeting voted ‘no’ to the CVRD proposal to give this special interest group regular tax funding. The rejection was because a third party wanted more taxes from the public yet did not offer full disclosure where the money was to be spent or what their long term
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Captain Malcolm Vale of the North Cowichan South End fire department introduces a tool used in firefighting, to students of Queen of Angels School during one of several educational visits to valley schools earlier this month during fire prevention week. spending plans are. The CVRD representative promised to provide that information but never did. I am still waiting to find out the salaries and wages being paid to all Sportsplex employees using our tax money. Once a private group gets full access to public funding from the CVRD it is a virtual guarantee it will get tax money year after year. It will also increase annually with little public oversight and outside the mandatory reporting of salaries and financial reports that is required for direct CVRD spending. W.E.(Bill) Dumont Cobble Hill
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Dear editor The E.J. Hughes museum in Whistler does not sit well with this Vancouver Island patriot. The statement apparently made by Hughes himself that his works belong to the people of B.C., and his penchant for selling his works what I call ‘abroad’ (maybe
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Dear editor This is going out to many. After years of researching democracy, the best comes out of Stanford University Jan. 21, 2004 — A “Lecture of Hill’s University Humanistic Studies: “ Government is based on the consent of the governed in a democracy, the people are sovereign — they are the highest form of political authority.” “ The people are free to criticize their elected leaders and representatives, and observe how they conduct the business of government. “ The role of a citizen in a democracy is to participate in public life. “ John A. McDonald Duncan
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which there is a recycling market,” according to company spokesman, Allen Langdon. How does that help those of us (read here everybody) who have other household or commercial waste to get rid of? Our municipal governments are responsible for providing us with services that will enable us to get rid of all waste materials, whether they are called garbage, composting, recyclables or something else. How has it come about that MMBC has been allowed to skim off the only profitable part of waste disposal, leaving the rest of the mess to be cleaned up and paid for by the taxpayer? Surely our municipal governments should be collecting that revenue to offset some of these costs.
he had little choice there), pretty much ensured that the majority of them would end up on the Mainland. That’s just how B.C. works. I wish I had money to contribute to bringing some of them home, but perhaps this is the way it had to be as this is what he essentially asked for. As a composer of traditional music, you will only ever hear me say my works belong to the people of Vancouver Island. Also, there is the ignored local factor to consider. As a musician I have noticed local artists/musicians typically don’t get as much respect from their community as do out-of-towners of comparable calibre, at least not until they have made a big name for themselves on the outside. Eric Oscar
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Watermain Chlorination South End Water System As part of an ongoing program of providing quality water to our customers, please be advised that the Municipality of North Cowichan, Utilities Department, will be undertaking routine watermain flushing in various areas of the South End water system between Friday, October 31 and Friday, November 7, 2014 inclusive. Users may experience some chlorine odour and flavor. There may be short periods of low pressure and discolouration of water. Commercial establishments, such as laundromats and beauty salons will receive advance warning of flushing in their area if a request for such notification is received. Municipal staff will try to minimize any inconvenience. Your patience is appreciated. For further information, contact the Operations Department at 250-746-3106. In no case can responsibility be accepted for any damage arising out of the use of discoloured water. 7030 Trans-Canada Highway | Box 278 | Duncan, BC V9L 3X4 T 250.746.3100 F 250.746.3133 www.northcowichan.ca
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Notice of Election by Voting 2014 General Local Election
Public notice is hereby given to qualified electors of the Municipality of North Cowichan that an election by voting is necessary to elect one (1) Mayor and six (6) Councillors for approximately a four-year term beginning December 3, 2014. The persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:
OFFICE OF MAYOR – ONE (1) TO BE ELECTED
SURNAME
GIVEN OR USUAL NAME(S)
RESIDENTIAL ADDRESS OR MUNICIPALITY OF RESIDENCE
KOURY LEFEBURE WALLENER
John Jon Damir
North Cowichan, BC North Cowichan, BC 4242 Sahtlam Road, Duncan, BC
OFFICE OF COUNCILLOR – SIX (6) TO BE ELECTED SURNAME
GIVEN OR USUAL NAME(S)
RESIDENTIAL ADDRESS OR MUNICIPALITY OF RESIDENCE
SURNAME
GIVEN OR USUAL NAME(S)
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BEHNSEN BRAN
Joyce Peggy
MAGUIRE MANN
Maeve Jagtar Singh
North Cowichan, BC 3385 Cowichan Lake Road North Cowichan, BC
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Heather Jenni
MARSH McCALLUM
Kate Lura
North Cowichan, BC North Cowichan, BC
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DOUGLAS FANE FLETCHER GATES HAYWOOD
Rob Jim Paul George Dave
North Cowichan, BC 8025 Vye Road Crofton, BC North Cowichan, BC 135 Government Street Duncan, BC 6356 Woodland Drive North Cowichan, BC North Cowichan, BC North Cowichan, BC Duncan, BC North Cowichan, BC 6260 Lower Chippewa Road North Cowichan, BC
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Greg Al Laurie Tom Ron
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OPINION QUESTION In addition to voting for Mayor and Councillors, qualified electors will be asked the following question on the ballot: “Are you in favour of exploring the costs and benefits of the amalgamation of the municipalities of Duncan and North Cowichan?” YES NO GENERAL VOTING
ADVANCE VOTING
General voting will be open to qualified electors of the Municipality of North Cowichan on Saturday, November 15, 2014, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. at the following locations: Voting Place Address Chemainus Seniors Drop-In Centre 9824 Willow Street Quamichan Campus of Cowichan Secondary 2515 Beverly Street Crofton Elementary School 8017 York Avenue Ecole Mount Prevost 6177 Somenos Road Maple Bay Elementary School 1500 Donnay Drive North Cowichan Municipal Hall 7030 Trans Canada Highway
Advance voting opportunities will be open to qualified electors of the Municipality of North Cowichan: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 5, 2014 and Wednesday November 12, 2014 at North Cowichan Municipal Hall, 7030 Trans Canada Highway
If your name does not appear on the List of Registered Electors and you are a qualified elector (see elector qualifications, below), you may register at the voting place immediately before voting by completing the required registration form. Resident electors will be required to produce two (2) pieces of identification to register. The identification documents must prove both residency and identity, and at least one must contain your signature. Types of acceptable identification include a B.C. Driver’s Licence; a B.C. Identification Card issued by the Motor Vehicle Branch; an Owner’s Certificate of Insurance and Vehicle Licence issued by ICBC; a B.C. CareCard; a Social Insurance Card; a Citizenship Card issued by Citizenship and Immigration Canada; a credit card or bank debit card; a utility bill issued for the supply of electricity, natural gas, water, telephone or coaxial cable services; and a real property tax notice. Resident Elector Qualifications
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To register as a resident elector you must meet all of the following qualifications: age 18 or older; a Canadian citizen; a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration; a resident of the Municipality of North Cowichan for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration; and not disqualified by any enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law.
If you own property in North Cowichan but do not live in North Cowichan, you may be eligible to vote as a non-resident property elector. Please contact the Chief Election Officer to see if you qualify. To register as a non-resident property elector you must meet all of the following qualifications: age 18 or older; a Canadian citizen; a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration; a registered owner of real property in the Municipality of North Cowichan for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration; not entitled to register as a resident elector; and not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law. Non-resident property electors must provide proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if applicable, written consent from other owners of the property.
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“He loved being in the army, that’s definitely what he was put on earth to do. That and looking out for his son. His son and his two dogs were his priorities.” “It’s for us young people to live in the moment and keep going,” she said. “You’ve got to live now, because you just don’t know what’s going to happen tomorrow. I’m thankful and happy that I’m alive.” Those wanting to contribute to the Marcus Cirillo fund can deposit money to account 2221-6391935 at any TD bank. The fund for the young boy will be ongoing, Caruso said. It is in addition to another joint fund set up for both Cpl. Cirillo and Warrant Officer Patrice Vincent, 54, who was killed by a suspect in a car on Oct. 20 in St.Jean-Sur-Richelieu, Que. Monies from that fund will be accepted before Oct. 29, and then divided between their surviving families. Also, those wanting to pay their respects can sign a memorial book for both soldiers at Duncan’s Sands Funeral Home, 187 Trunk Rd. Dave Perry, assistant manager, said there have been some “beautiful sentiments,” expressed by about 20 people so far. Those wanting to sign the books can visit the funeral home between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday to Friday and on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Comments are being collected at Sands Funeral Homes across the country, before being sent to the families.
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The medical health officer hinted that while most of our health resources are poured into treating the sick, better results might be found by focusing on helping people stay well. “The next part is the exciting part,” he said. “It is taking that information and starting to make a difference.” The health profile was developed by Golder Associates in conjunction with the OCCHN by pouring through reams of Island Health and Statistics Canada documents and Health Canada has conducting interviews and produced a list of 12 facsurveys throughout the tors that play a significant Cowichan region. role in your health. The OCCHN regional faciliCowichan Communitator Cindy Lise detailed ties Health Profile details how it is designed to be a Cowichan’s status under living, growing document, each of these headings. continually updated and 1: Income and Social adjusted online as new Status information becomes 2: Social Support available. Networks The OCCHN is a 3: Education and volunteer body formed in Literacy 4: Employment and the wake of the sudden, Working Conditions unexpected closure of 5: Social Environments Cowichan Lodge in 2008. 6: Physical EnvironThe uproar that resulted ments demonstrated the need for 7: Personal Health and the community to liaise Coping better with Island Health 8: Healthy Childhood and take an active role in Development improving and determin9: Biology and Genetic ing its own health care. Endowment The health profile and 10: Health Services other information about 11: Gender the organization can be 12: Culture found at ourcchn.ca
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ELECTOR ELIGIBILITY AND REGISTRATION DOCUMENTS
This year, North Cowichan will be using voting machines to scan marked ballots, record votes, and quickly produce election results after the close of voting. Instead of individual ballots for each race as in previous years, you will receive one composite ballot. Using the pen provided, and following the instructions on the ballot, completely fill in the oval beside your choice(s), as shown on the sample ballot to the right. You may vote for fewer than the number of candidates to be elected, but not for more than the number of candidates to be elected. For example, you may vote for 0 to 6 candidates for Councillor, but not for more than 6 candidates.
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Laurie (Grade 8), Moreau Laurie (Grade 9), Wyatt Cunliffe (Grade 10), Brett and Owen Laurie (Grade 11), and William Cunliffe (Grade 12) attend Bench Elementary and Frances Kelsey Secondary School. “We just thought it was interesting and talked about what it would be like if all 31 grandkids lived here,” the Scottish immigrant said. Laurie’s lucky. Of her eight children, ages 36 to 46, four live here, two of those, “right next door.” There were three on her street before one moved away. With eight children, 31 grandchildren ages six months to 26, and her first greatgrandchild due any day, does Laurie, who’s undoubtedly been to her share of parentteacher nights, have any thoughts about the school system? She thinks her grandchildren pick up things a lot faster courtesy Janette Laurie than previous generations did, At Bench Elementary (front row from left) kindergarten: Daniel Wynne; Grade 1: Rhiannon Wynne Grade 2: Benson Ames; Grade 3: Andrew Wynne; Grade 4: Kieran because of technology. Wynne; Grade 5: Ronin Laurie; Grade 6: Elli Laurie; Grade 7: Willow Cunliffe and Cody Ames. At Frances Kelsey (back row from left) Grade 8: Ireland Laurie; Grade more on page 12 9: Moreau Laurie; Grade 10: Wyatt Cunliffe; Grandma: Janette Laurie; Grade 11: Brett Laurie, Owen Laurie; Grade 12: William Cunliffe.
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“It’s so easy for them to look and check things out, we used to have to go to the library,” Laurie said. The 68-year-old woman who was educated in Scotland, “a long time ago,” said how students relate with teachers is different too. “It’s much more like they’re a human being, there’s a more personal relationship between them,” she said. Her grandchildren, Laurie said, are more accepting of differences between people, which she attributes to the integration of special needs’ students into the classroom. While she doesn’t spend a lot of time helping the younger generation with their homework – their stay-home mothers do that – she’s the go-to person for assignments about genealogy. It’s not surprising what her favourite subject
is. “Probably history,” Laurie said. “I like to see the differences from today’s world, it seems like we make the same mistakes regardless of what happened before.” With all those Lauries attending School District No. 79, and with their siblings and cousins’ reputations proceeding them, has she heard of any teachers who are afraid, very afraid, of what the next young-ins will do? Kindergartener Daniel Wynne, who has two brothers and a sister older than him, wanted the same kindergarten teacher as his siblings. “His teacher likes having Wynnes in her class, because they’re well-behaved.” If her achievement of having grandchildren in each grade doesn’t put her in the Guinness book yet, there may still be time. “Hopefully there will be a few more grandchildren.”
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The Sunset Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star has a long history of preparing bandages for cancer patients. ever since it opened,” Vossberg said. Other projects include: a scholarship for students attending an accredited school of theology within Canada and an adopt a family Christmas program. Its special project this year involves making a donation, or paying 50 cents per pair of shoes members have in their closet. This money will go to Cowichan Women Against Violence’s Somenos House. For more, call Vossberg at 250 748-9480 or Barb Stewart at 250 483-5043.
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Need-to-knows According to Pope, under the three acts: • An adult, public guardian or trustee and a financial institution authorized to carry out trust business under the Financial Institutions Act can act as a Power of Attorney. • Only one person, instead of two is required to witness the POA agreement, if one is a lawyer or notary. • The “attorney,” can deal with all legal and financial matters except making a will. • The “attorney’s,” power can be restricted regarding a specific purpose, time or subject matter. For example, one child may have access to the CIBC account, while another to Island Savings. • The adult can revoke the POA, if deemed “capable.” • An alternate POA may be authorized to act in place of the primary POA, but this must be spelt out. • Those who provide personal or health care services to the adult for compensation cannot act as a POA, nor can employees employed where the adult resides and through which the adult receives personal or health care services, unless they are their spouse, parent or child. • POA’s can be compensated or not, by the document, hour or month. Trust companies are paid for their services. • An adult may name a representative to do anything the representative considers necessary regarding personal or health care, which may or may not include decisions to accept or refuse life support or life-prolonging medical interventions.
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• Jeff Stewart tells us CitiFinancial’s Duncan branch has stepped up with a food drive to help the Cowichan Valley Basket Society. Thoughout November, drop non-perishable food items such as cereals, pasta and canned goods at their office, located at Beverly Corners. • Crofton resident Liz Maxwell Forbes (a charter member of the Chemainus Writers Group) has had her story, Baking On Christmas Eve, included in the new collection Chicken Soup for the Soul: Christmas in Canada. Tiffany Ballard says it is the third time the Chicken Soup series has featured a Forbes piece. • The South Cowichan Chamber of Commerce board recently welcomed Norm Sowden, senior pastor of the Mill Bay Baptist Fellowship as its newest director. • Finally, Jeanne Ross tells us time is running out to recognize businesses and individuals who have made a difference in Chemainus. The deadline for the Chemainus and District Chamber of Commerce Golden Brush Awards nomination is Nov. 1 at chemainus.bc.ca. Exciting things happening for you, your friends or your family that you want to share with your community? Send me a quick email at editor@cowichannewsleader.com. We’d love to spread the word.
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anadian musical treasure Gordon Lightfoot struck all the right nostalgic chords in a packed Cowichan Theatre Friday. Lightfoot’s valley debut heard him, and his flawless quartet, perform some 27 songs that made the $80 to $100 ticket price good bang for the buck. Sure, his buttery baritone voice wasn’t what it was 40 years ago in its prime. But, after all, Lightfoot is 75 years old — and how many singers are still able to perform at that age? He shared his thankfulness for job longevity, stating early “I’m grateful for the opportunity to be able to work.” And quoting author Mark Twain, the Torontonian joked about premature reports concerning impacts of his formerly frail health. “Reports of my death have been greatly exaggerated.” But the mood-peddling poet seemed pleasantly rejuvenated by his Cowichan reception as adoring folks barked accolades, as if Lightfoot were an elderly uncle come to visit. His baggage held tons of familiar songs that earned the Order of Canada officer international acclaim in a 50-year career helping to define Canada’s folk-
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Wednesday Mindfulness Meditation: Meditation classes, free and open to everyone. At the Cowichan Library, 2687 James St, Duncan, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Halloween Train at the B.C. Forest Discovery Centre: Crafts in the schoolhouse, train rides, and trick or treat stations for the little ones. Nightly until October 30, 3:30 to 9 p.m. Multicultural Leadership Group: Activity group focused on community service and diversity education at St. John Anglican Church, 163 First St. Duncan, 3:15 to 5:45 p.m. Arizona: Hip hop, 8 p.m. Duncan Showroom, 133 Station Street, $10.
Thursday Meditation: Open meditation practice weekly, a time for self to slow down, breathe and enhance health and wellness, 8 to 10 p.m. at the VIU Cowichan Campus. For info, www.viretreats.com Halloween Train at the B.C. Forest Discovery Centre: Crafts in the schoolhouse, train rides, and trick or treat stations for the little ones. Nightly until Oct. 30, 3:30 to 9 p.m.
Frankenstein lumbers in Britain’s Sherlock as Dr. Frankenstein’s favourite creation at Halloween? For horror fans what’s not to like? Benedict Cumberbatch (who also played the villain in the latest Star Trek movie and voices the dragon in the Hobbit films) plays the monster in National Theatre Live’s Frankenstein, being broadcast Wednesday on Cowichan Theatre’s big screen. Directed by Academy-Award-winner Danny Boyle (Trainspotting, Slumdog Millionaire), Frankenstein also features Jonny Lee Miller (Mansfield Park, Trainspotting) as Victor Frankenstein. According to NT Live, unprecedented audience demand is being credited for this additional opportunity to see the show which ran in 2011. The Daily Mail describes it as “A memorable production... will doubtless be spoken of for years to come.” The show is scheduled for 7 p.m. at the Cowichan Theatre. Tickets are $24.50 with discounts for seniors, students and children. Call 250-748-7529 or go online to cowichantheatre.ca. Costume Party: Dead Byrds/ Skellig/Kendall Patrick and the Headless Bettys at the Crofton Hotel Pub, 1534 Joan Ave. Admission $10. For information, call 250-324-2245. Elder College - Armchair Travel Spain and the Camino de Santiago: A walk across Spain from St. John Pied de Point in France
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Canadian Federation of University Women Cowichan Valley Benefit Bridge Luncheon: At the Duncan Christian Reformed Church 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Proceeds to Scholarship/bursaries. Cost $25-$20 tax receipt Contact Martha Fraser 250 743-4786 for tickets . Meet authors Robyn Gerland and Liz Maxwell Forbes: Crofton Old School Museum open house fundraiser tea and book sale, 1507 Joan Ave. noon to 3 p.m. Weavers & More Sale: Meet the fibre artists, and take home a special holiday gift. At The Loft Art Gallery upstairs at Valley Vines to Wines store in the Mill Bay Shopping Centre, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Until Dec. 10.
to Santiago de Compostela. At Island Savings Centre, 1:30 to 3 p.m. Cost, $12 plus annual $5 Elder College membership.Call 250-746-7529 for info.
7th Annual VSO Craft Fair: from 9 a.m.to 2 p.m. at the Seniors Activity Centre, 198 Government St., Duncan. For info. 250746-4433 or 250-246-4746.
Rocky Horror Picture Show: Screening at 8 p.m. Duncan Showroom, 133 Station St., by donation.
Cheko and friends: Latin / reggae guitar, 8 p.m. Duncan Showroom, 133 Station St, $10 advance, $12 door.
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Comedy with Matt Billon & Johnny Love: 8 p.m. Duncan Showroom, 133 Station St., $12 advance, $15 door.
Friday Dancing and Ghoulish Fun with DJs Morgwan & Adam Gagne: At the Old Firehouse Wine Bar, 8 p.m. No cover. Blues Cubed Halloween Bash: Come on out in costume to the Shipyard Pub in Maple Bay for a rocking evening of dancing and great music, brought to you by Cowichan’s premier blues and rock power trio. No cover, 8 to 11 p.m. London Drugs Flu Vaccination Clinic: Be proactive this flu season and attend this clinic offered by certified injection pharmacists, 119 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Halloween Spooktacular: Haunted trail, crafts, games, bonfire and more at the Duncan Community Lodge, 2244 Moose Rd, Duncan. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
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SHORT ON staff? Looking to hire quality individuals? Join us for an all-inclusive career expo in Jamaica. To get more information please visit us online: www.abpros.ca/cex.
Valley Seniors Centre 198 Govt. St., Duncan (Next to the Round Bldg) 250-746-4433
DUNCAN FIRE DEPT’S 21st Annual Craft Fair Sat, Nov. 8, 10-2 Two rooms of local crafters, raffles, concession, photo with Santa on Vintage fire truck.
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The Cowichan Valley Trap and Skeet Club Invite you to a Prize Shoot November 9, 2014 4505 Old Lake Cowichan Rd Open at 9:00 am
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GETAWAYS LONG BEACH - Ucluelet Deluxe waterfront cabin, sleeps 6, BBQ. Fall Special. 2 nights $239 or 3 nights $299 Pets Okay. Rick 604-306-0891
TRAVEL RV LOT rentals $8.95 a day. 362 days of sunshine, pets, events, classes, entertainment. Reserve by 11/01/2014. www.hemetrvresort.com. Call: 1-800-926-5593
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JIM’S MOWING is looking for entrepreneurs who want to build equity and become franchise owners. Call 310-5467.
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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Seeking seasonal Greenhouse workers in the Ladysmith area. Job includes general greenhouse labour such as pruning, picking, grading and packing. Must be hard working, physically fit, able to work at heights and willing to work in greenhouse conditions. Seasonal full-time, weekdays and weekend, starting Jan. 2015, $10.33/hr. Training available. Fax resume to Island Hothouse Inc., 250246-2933 between 10am and 4pm. www.islandhothouse.com
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DEATHS
Hankey, Thomas James It is with great sadness and heartbreak that we announce the sudden passing of our dearly loved husband, father, brother, uncle, friend and all great man. Thomas James Hankey on Thursday October 16, he was hunting up north with his best friends when he suffered a heart attacked and passed away immediately. All efforts were made to save him, but there was nothing that could have brought him back to us. Tom was predeceased by his parents Dorothy and Reginald Hankey and is survived by his best friend, soul mate, wife Kristine NixonHankey, his 2 sons Bryan and Scott (Sheridan), his brothers Ken (Laura), David (Louise) and Donald, their children and their families. Tom was a 34 year employee of North Cowichan and had just retired on September 26, 2014. He was an extremely wonderful husband, father and friend and considered mostly everyone we knew as extended family. There are so many people I would like to mention in Thanks but the list is just too long. Always willing to help anyone who needed him, his heart was full of love and kindness. Bryan, Scott and Kristine would like to thank everyone for your thoughts and prayers and your kindness in this very difficult time. All of the flowers, cards, food, hugs and well wishes means so much to all of us and there are not enough words to tell you all how much we appreciate all of you. Everyone who knew Tom is welcome and we look forward to hearing stories and antidotes of his rich and full life. We will be holding a Celebration of Life in his Memory on Saturday November 8, 2014 at 1:00 PM at Mellnor Hall, Cowichan Exhibition Grounds, North Cowichan (Duncan, BC). Please be advised to anyone attending the service, there is a family member with an extreme allergy to scents,(such as perfumes and strong smelling flowers.) FIRST MeMORIaL FUneRaL SeRVICeS Condolences may be shared online at www.dignitymemorial.com
MAPLE BAY # 153951 (44 papers) Thomson Terrace # 153952 (48 papers) Haida and Belcarra
Help Your Community and Get Paid! NORTH COWICHAN ROUTES AVAILABLE CHEMAINUS # 455950 (81 papers) Channel, Echo, Humbird, and Sunset
CROFTON # 503600 (61 papers) Athabasca, Atlin, Chilco, Osborne Bay, Tatlo # 503602 (27 papers) Babine, Osborne Bay, Peterson # 503603 (43 papers) Adelaide, Arthur, York # 503650 (68 papers) Arthur, Coronation, Edmund, Emily, Musgrave INFO: Lara Stuart Circulation Manager News Leader Pictorial 250-856-0047 email: circulation@ cowichannewsleader.com 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
# 153953 (72 papers) Chippewa and Lower Chippewa INFO: Lara Stuart Circulation Manager News Leader Pictorial 250-856-0047 email: circulation@ cowichannewsleader.com
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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
Wednesday, October 29, 2014
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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
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LOOKING for used Stihl Topping Saws Models MS 020 & MS 200t. Running and not running. Call Jessica at Alternative Forest Operations 250597-1236
LAKE COWICHAN- Large studio apt. Reno’d, covered deck, laundry, elevator, covered parking. N/S. Age 55+. $475. Short or Long term. Call (250)284-3434 to view.
MUST VIEW Mountain View
SOUTH COWICHAN ROUTES AVAILABLE
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.
REAL ESTATE
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3271 Cowichan Lake Rd 2 Bedroom apartments & 3 Bedroom Townhomes
COWICHAN BAY
GARAGE SALES
# 253435 (27 papers) Vee and Wilmot
MILL BAY # 304052 (44 papers) Bay, Partridge, Seaview
Ladysmith Press 940 Oyster Bay Drive (North end parking lot)
FUEL/FIREWOOD
NANOOSE BAY #1-2655 Andover Rd. Oct 30 (9-6), Oct 31 (9-6), Nov 1 (10-3). Large assortment of antique furniture, collectables, lawn furniture, plants, household goods, perfume collections & 2 closets full of designer clothing. View photos at: www.estateliquidators.ca
GARDEN EQUIPMENT
SHAWNIGAN LAKE # 354205 (63 papers) Cullin, Decca, Inn, Morningstar, Tall Tree, Widows Walk, and Worthington # 354250 (51 papers) Evergreen, Gregory, Hunter, MacFarlane # 354270 (85 papers) Damascus, Larsen, Robertson, Terrace, Ward # 354302 (51 papers) College, Lonsdale, McIntosh, Meadowview INFO: Lara Stuart Circulation Manager News Leader Pictorial 250-856-0047 email: circulation@ cowichannewsleader.com
MEDICAL/DENTAL Certified Dental Assistant Needed. Reflexions Dental is looking for part-time & on call CDA help. Must be interested in assisting and reception work as needed. Drop off resume to office manager, Megan. Suite 300 - 2640 Beverly Street - 3rd floor of the Landmark Building.
TRADES, TECHNICAL NEEDED immediately: Ticketed Gas Fitter / Plumber for work in Mid Island area. Great work environment, company paid benefit package, company vehicle and clothing, E-mail resume to info@ldplumbingheating.ca .
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 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 BURIAL PLOTS TWO FULL-sized burial plots, each also will hold 3 cremations; Cedar Valley Memorial Gardens. Selling for $1,000 each. Call 250-743-2054
LUSSIER Soil & Bark Inc. Dry, screened topsoil & lawnsand. Real dirt, no wood fillers. We have been making topsoil for 3 generations. Discount given if we do the delivery. Call 250758-1877 OR 250-468-9994 or email lussierandson@shaw.ca
*Heat & Hot water included *Family oriented *Clean & quiet *Renovated units *Indoor Pets welcome *Onsite Laundry Facilities
DUNCAN: 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.
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 5 SPD drill press, $40. Professional 12” 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. ✱Here’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.
HERITAGE PAWN BARGAINS!
HARMONY ESTATES- 1851 Sandra Place, 4 bdrm, 2.5 baths Rancher. Lovingly updated with heated floors, new windows, new carpet, 6 fairly new appliances. Fenced yard boasts a workshop, storage unit, separate office/playhouse, RV parking. Wheelchair accessible. To View call Roz 250-701-5751. HARMONY Estates, 1851 Sandra Place. 4 bdrm,2.5 baths + Den. 1754 sq.ft rancher. Heated flooring, new windows, new carpet, fully renovated. Fenced backyard boasts wired workshop/storage/heated office/RV parking. Asking $349,000 To View call Roz 250-701-5751 photos on usedcowichan.com
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RENTALS
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heritagepawnbrokers.com NASCAR COLLECTABLES: 1/24 scale diecast; some in boxes. 250-715-8856 SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT or call 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT. 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 at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.
SHAUGHNESSY ~ GARDENS ~
3251 Cowichan Lake Rd.
Clean 1 & 2 bdrm units. Full size fridge, stove & dishwasher. Carpet & linoleum, window coverings, fireplace. Quiet, well maintained bldg with elevator & sauna. Pet friendly. Close to schools & Hospitals. CALL TO VIEW 250.710.7515 250.748.3412 www.meicorproperty.com
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
Fall Cleanup Time Leaf blowers, Ladders, Echo gas hedge trimmer, weed eaters. 430 Whistler, Duncan
Call (250)710-7515 to view www.meicorproperty.com
APARTMENT/CONDO CENTRAL DUNCAN: Lovely 1 & 2 bdrm suites in seniors oriented building, heat included. NS/NP, $625 & $825. Please call Cory at 250-7320342. CENTRAL LOCATION, Bach, 1 & 2 bdrms, balcony, F/S, heat & hot water (1 bldg only), parking, pet considered, $550$850/mo. Call 250-748-7764 DUNCAN: 2 Bdrm apartment, 2668 Dingwall, 1 parking, elevator, sprinkler system, elec. fireplace. No pets N/S. $800 +utilities. Avail. Nov 15. 1-250-477-4524 DUNCAN: BACHELOR, upper unit in small quiet bldg. Heat, hot water, parking incld. Laundry avail. NS/NP. $465. Ref’s. (250)597-3756.
SHAWNIGAN LAKE Beach front- 1 bdrm, completely furnished, inclds heat, W/D. NS/NP. $800. Avail Nov 1 until June 30, 2015. Call (250)2034020 or 778-418-4020.
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL SHOP/WAREHOUSE for lease. 3000 sq. ft. or can be divided into two 1500 Sq. ft. units Includes, washroom, office, and easy access to the island HWY 250-245-9811 or 250-474-3585
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. CHEMAINUS: LRG 1 bdrm 1/2 duplex, 6 appls. Refs req’d. $975. 778-227-2704. CROFTON: LARGE Bright 3 bdrm. Covered deck, parking, storage, W/D. N/S, pets nego. $1000/mo. (250)210-0756 DUNCAN- CLOSE to schools & town, 5 Bdrms sxs, 2.5 bath, W/D hook-up. Pets? Available now. Call (250)748-4285.
Terrace Estates
3420 Auchinachie Road ---------------------------------1 & 2 bdrm suites bright & spacious, newly renovated. Available now! Free heat & hot water.
2008 FORD Ranger. 87,000 km’s, canopy, roof rack, tow pkg. $8000. US Skype No. 1760-660-4683. Or View at #409-2885 Boys Rd (2nd gate)
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25’ CATALINA Quality Fixed keel sailboat. $10,200. Also, available 2 small out board, $320 each. Call (250)7435827.
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CROFTON- NEWER 2 bdrm, 1000sqft. F/S, W/D, outside deck, fenced yard, $800. Located in Family Mobile home park. By appt only! Call 250709-4074.
HOMES FOR RENT COBBLE HILL- 2 Bdrm House, 5 appl. $1100 +hydro. N/S. Call 250-743-7689. DUNCAN- 3 bdrm on acreage, 1.5 bath, out buildings, F/S, W/D. Available Dec 1. $1280. Please call (250)748-2719 or text (250)510-9442. DUNCAN, large newer 2 bdrm, upper floor, 3 appl’s, shared laundry. Avail Nov 15. $1100 incl’s hydro. Pet considered. Ref’s req. (250)737-1613 DUNCAN: QUAMICHAN Heights. 4 Bdrms, 1.5 baths, wood backup, 1 storey, 3/4 basement, carport, storage. 250-748-2287 / 250-246-7476
SUITES, LOWER COBBLE HILL: 1 bdrm, spacious, grnd lvl, 1 acre, sep ent, F/S, D/W, shrd W/D. NS/NP. $750 incl utils. (250)710-2876. CROFTON: 1bdrm F/S, W/D, NS, NP, ocean view, Ref Req. Quiet, mature. 250-710-2505 DUNCAN: 1 bdrm suite, W/D, F/S. $700/mo. N/S, N/P. Ref’s req’d. Sep entrance. Util’s Incl. Avail. Nov. 15 250-748-0169 GORGEOUS NEW Large 1000 sq.ft. bsmnt suite. 2 bdrm. Bright & private, insulated ceilings, wood stove, new W/D, F/S, min’s to town; N/S N/P. $800.+ hydro. 710-4679. MAPLE BAY: Apartment in executive home - suite has its own private entry with full kitchen & appliances, W/D, private covered deck with a beautiful view, free parking, all utilities + wifi included. Available Nov 1st, unfurnished ($800/mnth) or furnished ($950/mnth). No partiers, NS, NP. 250-748-1539 or cowichanols@gmail.com MILL BAY: 1/2 block from Thrifty’s, 1 bdrm, level entry, FS/WD, $750 incls hydro/water, Nov 1. 250-715-5007
36’ Trojan Tri-Cabin, twin Yanmar diesels, low hours, extremely economical. Health forced sale, super deal, $40K obo. 250-732-2744 1x6-leader net ad.tfn - Composite
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CARS 1996 PONTIAC Grand Am, low mileage, excellent condition. 250-597-3089. 2004 PONTIAC Sunfire, silver. 4-door, automatic, power windows & locks, air cond., 103,000 km. $3000. Call (250)701-9111.
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MOTORCYCLES 2008 HONDA Jazz Scooter with 900 Km’s. Just like new. One owner. $2,400 OBO 250748-0927 RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
1990 CLASS B Motorhome 27 ft Ford 460 engine. Low mileage, 6 new tires, awning, microwave, 3 burner stove & oven, 3-way fridge, hot water tank, shower, trailer hitch, $12,000 OBO. 250-746-7419.
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TOWNHOUSES 1-BDRM Townhome- 5 appls, $725. inclds cable/hydro. Near Walmart. Good refs req’d. Available now 250-252-0446.
DUNCAN: TOP floor, 2 bed, 2 bath. 5 appl’s. Near hospital, $795. Call 1 (250)474-0545.
2000 GMC Savana Van. Automatic, 150,585 Km, A/C. Seats 15! $5,500.00 Call 250-2464684
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UBC field hockey: Keglowitsch and Parker maintain valley presence during team’s 11th Canada West title in the last 12 years
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HAIRDRESSING in your home, Cowichan Valley area. Barb Stewart. 250-715-6568
HANDYMAN SERVICES 30+ years experience in house repairs: indoor & outdoor, carpentry, drywall, painting, odd jobs, clean-up, general help, etc. FOR ESTIMATE: CALL ROLF 250-710-5712
COMPUTER SERVICES ABLE COMPUTER REPAIR In-home service. Seniors’ discount. Nico 250-746-6167
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alley representation has dwindled on the perennial Canada West champion UBC women’s field hockey team. The era with Miranda Mann, Caitlin Evans, Elise Milosevich, Kirsten Bertsch and others has ended, but Sarah Keglowitsch and Kelsi Parker are still carrying the torch for the valley, as the UBC team won yet another banner this season. “We actually had the same record as UVic,’’ said Keglowitsch on the eve of the team’s departure for the nationals in Toronto. “We had the same number of wins and losses.’’ UBC and UVic both finished with a split of a four-game season series with a win, a loss and two draws against each other. “For us to win Canada West, it came down to goal difference,’’ explained Keglowitsch. “We had to have a nine-goal difference.’’ UBC accomplished that in one game during its final weekend series of the season against Calgary, winning 9-0 and following with a 4-0 triumph. “Personally, I wasn’t expecting us to get nine goals,’’ said Keglowitsch. It’s the first season back with the UBC women for her after two years playing on the national junior and national teams. “It was really nice being back with the team,’’ said Keglowitsch. “It’s a completely different team because there was so many seniors last year.’’ Now in her second year of kinesiology studies, Keglowitsch has settled into
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Cowichan Valley field hockey products Sarah Keglowitsch, left, and Kelsi Parker with the Canada West women’s field hockey championship banner after another UBC triumph. a prominent position with the team in the midfield. “I like how you just always feel connected and you have lots of options,’’ she said. UBC goes into the nationals as the top-ranked team despite Toronto’s undefeated 12-0 season. UBC and Toronto clash in Thursday’s opener. “We weren’t expecting to win Canada West,’’ said Keglowitsch. “It’s really going to be a battle.’’
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owichan United kept the momentum going in Div. 2 of the Island Soccer League with a 1-0 victory over Prospect Lake Black Saturday at the Ladysmith Turf. “They are a big, physical team that competes well,’’ noted Cowchan coach Ryan Flynn. “We had a defence that was playing where they didn’t feel comfortable but stepped up and did a good job.’’ Jacob Ready, who scored his first goal of the season the previous week, added another on a beautiful free kick with only five minutes to play for the gamewinner. Darian Achurch came away with his
third straight shutout, but was not tested much in the Cowichan goal. Colin Knight, a new addition from Div. 1, proved his versatility by playing three different positions during the game. Flynn cited Saturday’s 6 p.m. game at the Ladysmith Turf against Lakehill as a crucial one. “It is the last game of the first round and it just happens to be a Lakehill team that is tied with us in first place,’’ he noted. “The coaching staff on Lakehill are old players from Cowichan and this has been a quiet rivalry but this year is not quiet. They have been putting together a great team but in the past couple of weeks, our team has been also getting some new additions and it will be a big fight for who wants to be first place.’’
Players pump in the goals
There was no shortage of scoring in weekend Island Ladies’ Field Hockey Association games involving Cowichan teams. Div. 1 Cowichan Flickers tied Mariners 3-3 on goals by Sophie Murray, Kristi Sykes and Kyla Toljander. The Div. 2 Cowichan Cardinals were upended 4-3 by Lynx II despite
goals from Shylayne Davidson, Jill Roberts and Taylor Wainman. In Div. 3, Cowichan Kestrels beat Ravens 4-3, with Teresa Gregus (2), Shylayne Davidson and Alyssa Davidson scoring. Jill Dayton, Hayley Koers, Rayanne Pearson and Ashlyn Toljander tallied in a 4-0 Stellers’ win over Renegades.
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Eighth win not a vintage effort
Glenlyon takes Island title Don Bodger
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wo Victoria schools emerged from the five-team pack to earn the two provincial qualifying spots from the Island A senior boys’ soccer championships Wednesday at the Cowichan Sportsplex. Hosted by Duncan Christian School, the tournament featured a thrilling finish when Glenlyon Norfolk defeated St. Andrew’s 5-4 in overtime. Both teams advance to the provincials taking place in Nakusp Nov. 6 to 8. The two finalists had an easy time in the semifinals before their barnburner meeting. Glenlyon romped past DCS 10-1. Ben Henry tallied the lone DCS goal, with assists from Jesse Greir and Owen Powell.
Under pressure: Cowichan lapses during the second half but holds off Gorge Don Bodger
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o win eight games in a row in Div. 1 of the Island Soccer League is an amazing accomplishment but it wasn’t a vintage Cowichan LMG Pringle performance. Cowichan struggled through an inconsistent second half but built a 2-0 first-half lead that held up for a victory over Gorge Friday night in Victoria. “First half was great,’’ said Cowichan coach Glen Martin. “We played very well and we turned it off, never really turned it back on.’’ Tyler Hughes just missed scoring on an early free kick but then did make one count at the eight-minute mark from 30 yards out. Patrick Nelson scored his 10th goal of the season on a breakaway at 28 minutes and Cowichan was off to the races. Or so it seemed. “It was getting a bit feisty at the end of the first half,’’ Martin pointed out. Cowichan went into the half full value for the lead. “We were looking at total control of the game — felt like that, looked like that,’’ said Martin. A.J. Kambere and Romaie Martin started on the respective wings and both made an impact. Martin was the only player the coach — no relation — substituted in the second half but the tone was so much different. Cooper Barry went up-front and Nelson moved to the wing. With Cowichan fighting through what Martin termed the worst half played by the team in a long time, a switch was made to a 4-4-2 formation. But there was a lull again and Gorge didn’t quit, putting Cowichan under some pressure. Joel Wilson, returning from suspension, came up with some key saves to quash a Gorge uprising. There’s sure to be some fireworks Halloween night when Cowichan hosts rival Bays United Liquor Plus at 7:30 p.m. at the Ladysmith Turf field, with the Bill Keserich Field at Sherman Road Park closed down due to the wet weather conditions. Bays is coming off a 1-0 loss to newly-promoted Westcastle United and will be fired up against the early runaway leaders in the division to avoid dropping two straight. Cowichan knows it will have to be much better than the Gorge game to win for a ninth straight time.
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Current staff members Chris Muller and Ian Smith coached DCS. Muller graduated from the school in 1996. The other semifinal was also a runaway, with St. Andrew’s blanking Port Hardy 6-0. The tournament started with a close contest between valley schools. DCS prevailed 1-0 over Dwight International on a goal by Johnny Caron in the first half. Powell drew an assist. Consolation play had Dwight defeating Port Hardy in a shootout. It was 1-1 after regulation time. The lone Dwight marker came from Kaisei Kunieda. Dwight won the shootout 4-2. Josh Dixon was the DCS selection to the tournament all-star team. Also chosen were: Dallas Paige (Dwight); Tristan Walkus-Swain (Port Hardy); Eduardo Contreras (St. Andrew’s); and Joe Whysker (Glenlyon Norfolk).
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orne Winship’s love of lacrosse and the teams he coaches is rewarding enough for him. But it’s also nice to be recognized for a job well done — above and beyond the call of duty, in his case — and that’s exactly what happened during the B.C. Lacrosse Association’s merit awards banquet that wrapped up the annual general meetings in
Whistler. Winship received the brochure at the banquet and saw John Cavallin Award as senior his. It wasn’t long after that he was coach of the year for his work with standing at centre stage accepting the Cowichan Junior B and Interone of the organization’s prestimediate B box lacrosse teams. gious honours. “It certainly doesn’t come Winship said the AGM is the without a lot of other good people best-attended of any minor sport around our association and our in B.C. teams,’’ said Winship. “It’s just really well-done from “It completely came as a surprise the time you arrive till the time you and something you cherish over leave. The BCLA is an amazing the years.’’ group.’’ Winship didn’t even know he’d Winship is known for getting been nominated until he was the utmost effort from his players looking over a list of names in a building becausea they so much. Whether newrespect home him or simply
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Wind shakes, heat bakes
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change was clearly needed by the Cowichan Valley Capitals and newcomer Darien Craighead provided an instant jolt of energy. Craighead, acquired from Langley Friday along with Brendan Gulka in a B.C. Hockey League trade for Colton Kehler and Charlie Pelnik, scored on his first shift in his first game with the Caps Friday. He added another later to account for the Caps’ lone goals in a 3-2 loss on the road to the Alberni Valley Bulldogs. Craighead, just 17, also opened the scoring Saturday at Cowichan Arena in a game where the Caps snapped a four-game losing streak with a 6-5 overtime decision over the West Kelowna Warriors. Craighead had to scramble to join the Caps for the weekend series. “He just arrived in time for the game (Friday),’’
said Caps’ coach Bob Beatty. “His family drove him to Port Alberni. “Eighteen seconds, without a warm-up, he snipes one. “He’s a good hockey player. He’s got a good hockey IQ. We don’t expect him to get 90 goals, but certainly we’re excited to have him and he’s excited to be here.’’ While Craighead earned his share of the spotlight immediately, Caps’ captain Kyle Horsman stole the show in Saturday’s win. With the Caps trailing West Kelowna 5-3 and less than five minutes remaining, it didn’t look good. But Horsman jumped on his high horse, scoring at 15:25 and with 41 seconds remaining to tie the game. Just for good measure, he bagged the winner 3:22 into overtime for the hat trick. “He’s such a workhorse, such a great kid and a warrior,’’ said Beatty. “It was good to see him have some success on the scoreboard.
lier.’’ Sandquist was still second out of 162 men in the division and ranked No. 1 out of 9,985 ttempts at men who had raced in the duplicating a series to that point. But there phenomenal were still a couple of more performance in North American races in Mithe World Chamami and Austin, Texas where pionships at Mont Tremblant, people could pass him. Quebec were a bit too much Don Bodger/file “I now just have to wait and to expect, even for Ironman Jason Sandquist takes 70.3 triathlon superstar Jason second in his age cat- see what my competition decides to do,’’ Sandquist noted. Sandquist. egory in Nevada. “In any case, it is doubtful The Cowichan School I will slip below third in the District 79 assistant secretaryseries. I would still be delighted with that treasurer finished his season with a second-place finish in the 45-49-year-old result.’’ At Henderson, Sandquist noted the age category at Henderson, Nevada Oct. 5 after the race of his life for second heat and wind was difficult to bear. “The day topped out at 36 degrees and overall in Quebec. it was very windy. In fact, as the swim “I did the best that I could on the day, venue is at a different location than the but ran a very slow half marathon to wrap it up and finish second,’’ Sandquist run venue, the majority of the bike ride was into a headwind, travelling in one noted. “I just wasn’t recovered entirely direction.’’ from Worlds in Quebec four weeks ear-
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Quick stick trick by Jesse Neher of the Cowichan Valley Capitals gives him the edge to slip around Jonathan Desbiens of West Kelowna during Saturday night’s B.C. Hockey League game at Cowichan Arena. The Caps got back on the winning track with a 6-5 overtime win. “Having said that, we weren’t happy giving up five goals. I don’t want to take anything away from the pushback and the win.’’ It was a win the Caps desperately needed. “We’ve got to move ahead here and keep things rolling,’’ said Beatty. He’s looking at a visit by the Nanaimo Clippers Wednesday at 7 p.m. as a good opponent for the Caps to get fired up about.
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he top team in the North Island Division of the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League peppered the net en route to backto-back victories over the Kerry Park Islanders. The Campbell River Storm, with only one regulation loss in 15 games, fired 69 shots at the Islanders’ net in a 10-5 victory Friday night at Campbell River and 74 more during Saturday’s 8-3 win over the Islanders at Kerry Park Arena. Leighton Williams played both games
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Taralynne & Kaitlynne Lewis There’s one sure way to tell Taralynne and Kaitlynne Lewis apart. Kaitlynne is the goalkeeper, the one wearing the jersey that’s different than her teammates. Otherwise, it would be tough. Just ask Jeff Robinson, who coaches the Lewis twins on the Cowichan Valley Soccer Association’s U17 Silver girls’ soccer team. “I’ve coached them for about four years now and I still can’t tell them apart,’’ said Robinson. “Kaitlynne is amazingly tough. She plays really good position. Taralynne, same sort of thing. The two of them in the backline, it’s like a dream come true for a coach.’’ There was a definite reason why Kaitlynne wound up playing goalkeeper. “We lost our goalie and I was one of the tallest people on our team so we decided to try it and I ended up liking it,’’ she said. Taralynne likes patrolling her position in front of Kaitlynne. “You definitely have to sprint a lot which I like,’’ said Taralynne. “There’s a couple of things we can fix,’’ said Kaitlynne of the team’s play. “But we should be starting fixing it and we should end up doing really good.’’ Added Taralynne: “The main thing we need to do is talk more.’’
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