Up front: RCMP increasing roadside presence over the holidays The big event: Nativity re-enacted in North and South Cowichan
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Conductor Carolyn Taylor, Ol’ St. Nick, and Engineer Ron Cooke greet waiting passengers as the train pulls into Alderlea Station Sunday during the ongoing Christmas Express event at B.C. Forest Discovery Centre. The train continues making its holiday-themed run until Dec. 23.
Iconic cross returning to Mount Tzouhalem lookout The people have spoken: Refurbished landmark headed back to peak after clear majority lobbies for its return John McKinley
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he people have spoken. The Nature Conservancy of Canada has listened. The cross is being returned to its perch high atop Mount Tzouhalem. The NCC announced its decision Tuesday after taking a few weeks to consult with the community. “There was definitely a strong indication from the community that this is what they wanted,” NCC B.C. communications manager Lesley Neilson said. “It verified our common feeling on the ground.” Jack Pearce, who helped get the cross repaired last month, was happy to hear about the decision. He said it was the decision he expected, especially when he heard the type of
feedback the NCC had been getting. “I didn’t see any problem with it,” he said. Neilson said more than 150 individuals contacted the NCC about the cross. The clear majority — about 80% — were in favour of reinstalling the stark white metal icon. “Not everyone had the same reason for wanting to see the cross go back up — some value its religious symbolism, some see the cross as an important community landmark, and others enjoy having it as a unique destination to hike to,” Neilson said. “Those opposed to restoring the cross also had varied reasons for their perspective. Preferring to see a natural site unadorned, wanting a different symbol to top the cliffs and suggesting interpretive signage were the most frequent alternatives
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The silhouette of the Tzouhalem cross is expected to make its return for photo ops in the near future. offered.” cross to many of the Tribes’ memThe NCC also approached members,” Neilson said. bers of the Cowichan Tribes, includShe added there is no firm timetable ing Chief William Seymour, directly for the return of the cross. It will be for their opinion. relatively soon, but probably not “(Seymour) strongly stated and before Christmas — whenever the spoke about the importance of the weather and Pearce’s schedule allow.
“We’re really following his lead. We’re not the ones driving this initiative,” she said. “It needs to be warmer and drier.” Pearce, who hasn’t been up to the site since installing the cross nearly 30 years ago, said it is ready to go and he has all the help he needs. Installation is just a matter of getting everyone together when Mother Nature co-operates. Members of Cowichan Tribes and the St. Ann’s Church parish are expected to join Pearce and Nature Conservancy staffers to deliver and mount the icon. Pearce said work will basically entail reworking the concrete base, pouring new forms and affixing the cross. Everything is being done through donated parts and labour. The cross toppled from its perch during a November windstorm, not long after members of the public had expressed concern about its deteriorating base. more on page 9
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Numerous charges laid after man tries to evade police in stolen car
Hunter finds missing man’s body in bush
Started in Duncan, ended in Chemainus: Victoria man charged
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Victoria man will spend the holidays in custody after a mix of threats, theft and reckless driving ended in an arrest last week. The incident began at about 10:30 p.m. on Dec. 10.An employee at the 7-11 on Lakes Rd in Duncan told police she was threatened by a male, who then struck her with the store door when he was asked to leave. He left in a 2014 Hyundai, matching the description of one reported stolen nine days earlier. Plainclothes officers in Duncan observed the car head north on the highway toward Chemainus and quietly followed. According to an RCMP media release, police believed the suspect was wanted across Vancouver Island for endangering the citizens of numerous communities. “They were waiting for him to stop, to minimize the danger this man posed to the community,” the release states. “Each time the police tried to stop this car in the past, the thief would speed away with reckless disregard for public safety.” Officers set up a roadblock near Chemainus with a tire deflation device at the ready to stop him. But moments before reaching it, the vehicle turned into a gas station. Seeing police gathered there, the sus-
pect rammed his vehicle into a police car, then fled west down a dead-end road. The escape attempt ran out of real estate at a fence at the end of the road. A hitchhiking passenger had leaped out of the vehicle as it slowed, prior to the escape attempt’s end. “Thankfully, the hitchhiker was able to get out uninjured, but they were shaken up,” said Cpl. Jon Stuart. Police say the suspect managed to avoid the roadblock because he was warned by southbound motorists flashing their high beams. “One could argue that the person flicking their high beams couldn’t have known the history of the prolific offender they were warning,” Sgt. Chris Swain said. “What they should know is that warning possible thieves and drunk drivers with whom they are sharing the road is in fact putting themselves, their families, and others at risk. “The police are working hard to keep those who contravene the criminal code and Motor Vehicle Act off of the road to make driving safer for everyone” Peter Charles Leno, 31, appeared in Duncan Court on Dec 11. He is charged with assault and threats in relation to the 7-11 incident. Charges of theft of a motor vehicle, possession of stolen property, evading a police officer, and mischief to property were also laid. “Stay safe this holiday season and please do not drink and drive,” Swain said. “PS: Please also don’t steal cars either.”
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Cowichan drivers are being warned to be responsible this holiday season. Police will be watching.
Counterattack increased for holidays John McKinley
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t wouldn’t be a holiday season without increased vigilance on the roads. And true to form, local RCMP officers are stepping up their traffic enforcement campaign. “The Municipal Traffic Section of the North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP, along with the help of general duty members, are focused on taking impaired, prohibited, and uninsured motorists off the streets,” Cpl. Jon Stuart said. “Although police across the province are watching out for impaired drivers
every day, December has an increase in enforcement aimed at locating and stopping impaired drivers. The CounterAttack roadchecks are stepped up, and officers are out in force keeping our communities safe.” Expect to see frequent traffic safety initiatives and roadchecks. During the month of November, Duncan/North Cowichan RCMP issued eight 90-day immediate roadside prohibitions, where vehicles were impounded for 30 days. Officers also gave out two 24-hour prohibitions and one three-day prohibition, while catching six prohibited drivers behind the wheel, and taking four uninsured vehicles off the road.
Qualicum Beach man confirmed dead in Crofton Mill incident Industrial accident: Body of Perry Vernon Thomas, 66, recovered from wood chip silo John McKinley
66, was the man killed while making a routine delivery of a truckload of wood chips to the mill site Tuesday night. “Mr. Thomas was employed as a truck driver and delivered a load of chips to the Catalyst Paper mill at Crofton at about 5 p.m. on Dec. 9. When other workers could not find him about one half-hour
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he body of a Qualicum Beach man has been recovered from a Catalyt mill silo in Crofton. On Dec. 11, the B.C. Coroners Service confirmed Perry Vernon Thomas, aged
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later, they reported him missing, coroner Barb McClintock said in a media release. “Emergency services were notified, and a search operation was launched. Mr. Thomas was recovered from one of the chip silos at the mill in the early morning hours of Dec. 11, but he could not be resuscitated. “The silo is linked to the area where Mr. Thomas was to dump the chips by a conveyor belt more than 300 metres long.”
Investigators are working on the theory that Thomas somehow ended up on the conveyor and was drawn into the towering silo. Catalyst CEO Joe Nemeth said the mill activated its Emergency Response Plan, when Thompson — who
worked for a trucking company independent of Catalyst — was discovered missing by mill personnel. “We are fully supporting the investigations,” he said in a statement. “We are all saddened by this tragic accident. I know you join me in extending heartfelt sympathies to
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mart people listen when the police ask them to do something. The officers and staff at the North Cowichan/Duncan detachment are spending the days leading to Christmas collecting food for the Cowichan Valley Basket Society. And they are challenging you and your businesses to do the same. “At this time of year, it is better to give than to receive,” RCMP Cpl. Jon Stuart said. “The North Cowichan/ Duncan RCMP, together with Cowichan Valley Regional RCMP Victim Services is issuing a challenge to other Cowichan area businesses to support the local food banks in Duncan. “We encourage you to get a collection going in your business or office, or take your own donation directly to one of the area food banks,” he added. “Please consider this worthwhile endeavour as it is an opportunity to help those less fortunate in our community. Employees of the North Cowichan/ Duncan detachment have been bringing in donations of cash or non-perishable food items for donation to the
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What Christmas present would you like to give the Cowichan Valley? “I’d like to see them take care of the derelict stores, although I like the shopping here better than Nanaimo.”
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Dear editor I have said the dreaded Christmas word. It appears we are not to celebrate Christmas. No more carols no more nativity no more references to Christ. I have to declare I am not a religious person I was nominally raised Anglican and attended church and was an altar boy. However, that aspect of our lives was not what Christmas was about. Yes we went to Christmas mass but really those were simply ways of sharing with the community and family the joy and happiness of Christmas in our community. The various clubs had Christmas parties for us kids we got a present and some candy and had a blast. Our family celebrated Christmas big time, complete with a tree. Some years it was a Charlie Brown tree cut in the bush and brought home, with gifts and food shared with family and friends. Not a lavish meal, not big gifts, but time to laugh and enjoy each other. We had a Christmas concert at school. Let people enjoy the Christmas season. It is a part of our Canadian heritage, a time of joy and happiness. It is not a time of excluding others but of inviting them to share our joy and happiness share our traditions and as others will do for us, inviting us to share their traditions. Aboriginal peoples, the Diwali, Vaisakhi celebrations and others — each of us has something to bring, a way of celebrating our
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Participants laid down a row of red roses, in memory of the 14 female engineering students murdered in L’École Polytechnique in 1989. The ceremony was part of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women at Vancouver Island University’s Cowichan campus on Dec. 5. About 50 people attended joy and happiness. We other diverse memories draw financial support want others to enjoy and of our past, such as the from enough individuals, share it with us. totems of Duncan, the groups, and businesses, They all have names. It hockey stick at the Island to make it happen at no does not mean they are Savings Centre, the mecost to taxpayers. exclusionary. morial cairn on Mount In 21st-century Canada Glenn White Prevost, the Burma newly constructed mounCairn at Stolz Pool, the tain-top monuments on Shawnigan Lake statue of Confucius at the public land should no of E.J. Hughes longer be religious in naCross one of many entrance Place and the cenotaph ture. In the 2001 Census, Cowichan symbols at the corner of Canada 39% of residents of the Avenue and Trunk Road. Cowichan Valley listed Dear editor All of these can be seen “none” as their religion My wife and I are in as relics of the past and in The memorials we put support of replacing the case of three of them on public land should inthe cross to its original a memory of different spire the entire commuposition on Mount Tzouhalem. We live in the faiths within our commu- nity, not just a shrinking nity. As memorials they and aging minority. shadow of this beautiful serve those of us today to In Canada, religious mountain and drive past remember our past and symbols are no more apthe cross many times a celebrate our diversity of propriate on public mounweek. To us it is one of culture, faith and peoples tain tops than on public many definitive landwho have and do live in sports fields, on public marks of the Cowichan our beautiful valley. schools, or on any other Valley especially where form of public property. Phil and Mary Claire Jennings it is situated overlooking Cowichan Individuals and groups Providence Farm. To us continue to be free to put both it is important to whatever religious symretain this identifiable Co- Modern monuments bols they want on their wichan Valley symbol as one of diversity not exclu- shouldn’t be religious private land; but on public land — especially that as sion. It fits right in with Dear editor prominent as mountain My suggestion for tops — something that Mount Tzouhalem can touch the emotions would be building a of the entire population tapering, pillar-shaped cairn made of white rock (not just half of it) should be the goal behind the or stone (for visibility “Do you support a total ban on outdoor burning in Coconstruction of any new and durability), with a wichan?” public monument. reflective metal surface You answered: Drew Shaw at the top to catch and 80 per cent NO Duncan reflect the sun’s rays. Such a project could To vote on the next Question of the Week, log onto the web
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he saddest manifestation of British Columbia’s modern democracy has produced its judgment, with the election of school trustees for the next four years. There are still independent, communityminded trustees, but mostly “boards of education” have become the neglected, exploited stepchild of B.C. politics. Teacher union locals and CUPEdominated “labour councils” organize candidate forums and ask most of the questions, often to former teachers holding and seeking school board seats. Unions finance the campaigns of those who pledge to act as a bullhorn for constant demands for more provincial money, and instruct their members to vote for what should be called the Conflict of Interest slate. This has been going on for so long in B.C. it is seen as normal. Trustees who most loudly plump for their union masters tend to win, thanks to low turnout. The public mostly doesn’t give a damn, since school property tax authority was centralized in Victoria many years ago, largely because of this special interest pressure. The classic case is in Coquitlam, where, in February, local CUPE boss Dave Ginter informed the elected trustees that their collective financial acumen wasn’t up to his standards and some of them would have to go this fall. “Obviously, the chore I have is to find new trustees,” Ginter clarified in an interview with the Tri-City News as the union’s candidate selection machine stirred to life. Last month, the formerly union-blessed trustees turfed out in favour of a new group. Then there’s Vancouver Island, where the 1970s survived, at least until election
night. Cowichan school board got itself fired by the province in 2012 for refusing to submit a balanced budget. Two of the trustees who think the job is to flout the balanced budget rule and instead demand a “needs budget” ran again. They were joined on a slate by two others who apparently still believe the answer to every problem is to shout for “more government funding.” They didn’t get in, as voters appear to have been unimpressed by seeing their school board replaced by a provinciallyappointed manager for two years. That brings up a modest proposal. How about an appointed trustee for each of the 60 school districts? School boards have lost authority over taxation, curriculum (another area of constant union social engineering pressure) and now labour relations. Do we really need them any more? After the 2013 B.C. election, the Christy Clark government wasted no time taking control of union bargaining on behalf of school districts. Trustees were pushed out of the bargaining agency, no longer trusted to represent taxpayers for that duty either. School tax rates are now set by cabinet order. The puppet role of some school trustees was evident in the recent teacher strike. When the province opted to pay parents for the disruption, there was a chorus of protest from those supposedly elected to represent the interests of parents and taxpayers. Would Education Minister Peter Fassbender and his team continue their remake by amalgamating or eliminating school boards? Not likely.
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BY THE WAY by John McKinley
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y the way, did you hear: • Congratulations to Duncan’s Bret Torok-Both, who received his CPA, CMA designation from the Certified Management Accountants Society of B.C. at a convocation ceremony held on Nov. 15, in Vancouver. And more of the same to Susan McInnes and Cheryl McKenzie, who received their CPA, CGA designation from the Certified General Accountants Association of B.C. at a convocation ceremony two weeks earlier. • Christle Pope and the folks at Unsworth Vineyards were excited to recently make headlines with headlines with CBCnews Canada for their community-supported restaurant program, which essentially allows customers to buy a number of meals in advance, then book them at their convenience. • The Cowichan Therapeutic Riding Association recently shone the spotlight on Kiara Caplin, a 16-year-old CTRA rider. Working with coach Helgi Dous, Kiara has been riding with CTRA since the age of 4 and this past June her hard work paid off when she placed first in a national Para-Equestrian competition. • The Cowichan Valley Arts Council is calling all writers to make their submissions for part one of Word and Vision. Registration runs until Dec. 20 on a first-come, first-served basis.
They will max out at 30 written pieces. Go to their wesite for more information. • Angela Andersen, department head of Fine Arts at Queen Margaret’s School, tells us Grade 12 students Ellen Porcher and Madison Cattral were accepted into the Cowichan Valley Arts Council Youth Outreach Program. That means mentoring from local artists and financial support to participate in a year-end exhibition at PORTALS Gallery. • Also on the school arts front, Edna Widenmaier says the school’s drama program is hard at work preparing for this year’s musical the upbeat jazz-inspired spoof of 1920’s musical comedies The Boy Friend. Widenmaier will direct with musical direction by Phil Newns, technical direction by Don Armitage, choreography by Lorraine Blake and sets by James O’Leary. • And in some sad news, Diana Pink tells us former Duncan SaveOnFoods manager, United Way supporter (and friend of the News Leader Pictorial among many others in the valley) Douglas Tucker died Nov. 30. Wife, Myriah, said Doug won his battle with cancer as he’s no longer in pain. RIP, Doug. 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.
Metal cross has been a landmark since replacing a wooden one in the 1980s
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It has been a landmark overlooking Duncan and Cowichan Bay since the 1980s, when a group of Knights of Columbus volunteers erected it to replace a wooden cross that had twice been vandalized at
the same site. At the time the cross was originally put up, the land was privately owned, but in recent years it was donated to the NCC and dedicated as the Chase Woods Nature Preserve, a 100‐acre conservation area. Neilson said the process sur-
rounding the cross has really helped cement her organization’s ties to the community. “We’d certainly like to thank everybody for reaching out and providing a wide variety of opinions.” she said. “I was really impressed with the way the community embraced this.”
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e always wish we had advance warning of a serious illness about to befall us. There is….for diabetes. It’s called prediabetes and is a sort of early alert system that says you might be moving toward a full diabetes diagnosis. This can be picked up by certain blood tests ordered by your doctor and if it shows you have prediabetes, lifestyle changes can be made to possibly avoid the disease. People have various reasons for not getting their flu shot each year. They may say it’s not perfect so why bother? Flu vaccine has saved many lives over the years and we understand it isn’t perfect, but with so few side effects and it’s worth the effort. We encourage everyone, especially healthcare workers to get their flu shot this year. Speaking of vaccines, there is a lot of work going on right now to find a vaccine against Parkinson’s Disease. An Austrian company has developed a vaccine that is in very early clinical trials. It has been well tolerated and the results have been positive. Money for the research has been provided by the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research.
There has been much in the media about taking baby ASA for 5-10 years to reduce your risk of getting bowel, stomach and esophageal cancers. We know we can reduce cancer risk by stopping smoking and losing weight but this ASA method is showing promise. But, DO NOT start taking this drug without your doctor’s approval. It has side effects which can be damaging.
Before you take it, talk about it. Good advice to follow with any medication.
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Valley people Name: Odessa Fisher Occupation: professional hugger Age: two Hometown: Victoria If you get a chance go see: Rio Right now I am reading: Dr. Seuss I’m listening to: Christmas carols At least once everyone should: visit Buchart Gardens Most people don’t know I: love cheese Proudest or happiest moment: putting my shoes on by myself Biggest fear: I’m scared of spiders If I was appointed queen of the valley I would: build more playgrounds Before I die: I want to do the Alaskan Trail Words I live by: adventure! Don Bodger
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WHY LATEX?
As a consumer in today’s marketplace I strive to purchase products that are made as close to home as I can get, items that are cleaner and greener, always with an eye on value. With over a quarter of a century in the sleep industry I’ve seen thousands of mattress fails and very few wins. One of those wins is good quality, natural, pure, Talalay latex which I get from Latex International (LI) who in my opinion produces the best product. side and medium on the other) with a 3” soft latex topper. This combination gives you the best of both worlds – supportive, and pressure relieving.
Here is a partial quote straight from LI on quality and purity: “Our Talalay Natural is the best latex being offered on today’s market. Our Talalay all natural formulation is made from 100% natural latex from the rubber tree and the only other properties added is needed for the vulcanization process. No latex foam in the market is completely made of all natural ingredients. All latex rubber needs additional sulfur, zinc oxide, and vulcanizing agents to be made into a usable form. LI also uses a natural, mineral reinforcing agent to improve the strength and durability of the product. On a volume basis, this material is less than 10% of the latex foam make up. Latex used is all natural latex. The product is washed after the vulcanization process to remove residual residues.”
Talalay vs. Memory foam. Of the top four mattress companies in the US, one spends more in annual advertising than the other 3 combined, and this company only makes memory foam beds. This is why we see so much hype about memory foam. While memory foam seems to be good at relieving pressure, it actually only works one dimension – you sink into it until you hit the firmer surface underneath. Latex is two-dimensional: it supports you while reducing pressure. At John’s our latex mattresses have a 6” medium and/or firm base (and yes, we can build you a mattress that is firm on one
Latex doesn’t sleep hot. “Too hot” is the biggest complaint I hear about memory foam. Memory foam requires body heat to collapse the foam cell structure in order to conform to your body curves; this collapse prevents air flow and traps body heat. This same process also creates a crater where you sleep, when you turn over the feeling is like rolling uphill leaving a hole behind. I’ve had many people tell me they wake up exhausted from this process. LI Latex is seven times more breathable than memory foam. Talalay latex is healthier. Our Talalay latex is harvested from rubber trees that create an inherently hypoallergenic, dust mite resistant, mold and mildew resistant sleep environment that doesn’t off-gas like as memory foams can. Latex lasts longer. I have a sample of latex that was in a client’s favorite chair for 50 years and is still in pretty good shape (better shape than me at 50)! Latex from LI has been proven to last 20 times more than leading memory foam. Come and talk to our sleep specialists about your sleep needs. You can email me directly anytime. john@johnsbedrooms.com
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It don’t mean a thing without the bling Christmas dazzle: add some sizzle to your holiday style with a dash of contemporary and a dollop of vintage Caroline Storie
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s your calendar filling up with holiday parties, but you are wondering what on Earth to wear? News from the catwalks is that bling is in. Although we are more likely to be walking down Canada Avenue than Madison Avenue, let’s hang up our Cowichan sweaters for just one night and shimmer our way with style this season. I asked Sarah van Rossum, owner of Eclectic Avenue Vintage Boutique, for some expert advice on how to mix classic, sparkly, vintage style with contemporary flair. Van Rossum has noticed interest increasing in the twinkling styles of the 20’s onwards, especially since the movie The Great Gatsby was released. “This era was great for sparkle” says van Rossum. “And fringes, there are lots of dresses and tops with sparkling fringes, that really add movement.” When I ask what customers are looking for in their party wear, van Rossum tells me its all about feeling unique. “Clients want to look different and they want to find something different.” “When they (the customers) wear something from here, they are approached by other people wanting to know where it’s from.” No longer are people saying they love the dress, but have nowhere to wear it. People
are hosting their own parties this season, giving them the excuse they need to get dressed up. “If you have a good outfit, throw a party,” exclaim both Jenni Capps and Samara Johnson, who work at Eclectic part-time. “The key to success for this look,” reminds van Rossum “is to aim for contemporary, not costume.” Integrate the vintage clothing or accessorises with something more modern and new. “If you are nervous to step out of your comfort zone, then start small.” Capps advises. “Start with one piece of clothing or one accessory. The more you try the braver you will become.” “Don’t be afraid to try things on either. You never know what an outfit will look like; it always looks different on the hanger. “ Johnson adds. A garment that doesn’t look like it will fit or hang right could become the perfect choice in the dressing room. “The best thing about these clothes is that they have a very feminine shape that exaggerates the female figure,” Capps continues. “The clothes can really make you feel and look fantastic.” I witness this effect as Rhiannon Kemmler; steps into the changing room to try on a silver dress for our photo shoot. She is far from convinced as she disappears behind the curtain, but when Kemmler steps out, we all do a double take. The outfit quickly changes from being
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Left to right: Rhiannon Kemmler, Samara Johnson and Jenni Capps all dressed up in shimmering cocktail dresses, evening wear and accessories. Capps has kept her outfit classic, but blinged herself with jewellery and clutch bag. Kemmler and Johnson have committed to sparkles in their outfits, but kept the accessories contemporary. something she would “never wear myself” to a serious contender for the credit card. The flashy cocktail dress hugs her figure
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Also known as: St Nicholas, Kris Kringle or Father Christmas Age: 1,744 years old. Mrs. Claus doesn’t let me get too close to my birthday cake anymore as beards and all those candles are not a good mix. What is your occupation? My official title is senior, seasonal, global package distributor. What is your passion? I would have to say toys, lots and lots of toys. Cookies, milk and reindeer racing too, when I get the time. What inspires you most? Ummmm, well Christmas probably inspires me the most. Oh and children (the nice ones, not the naughty ones). My style icon is: Some people say it is a popular soda company, others credit Thomas Nast for his work at Harper’s Weekly. I like to think I am my very own style icon. My style is best described as: Traditional, seasonal and jolly. Today I am wearing: My traditional, full dress uniform. My favourite piece of clothing is My big, buckled belt and furry boots. They are practical, stylish and I do love a bit of leather. To be stylish one must always Wear red and not be afraid to stand out. People can tell a lot about you by the clothes you wear.
ulie Andrews had raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens. When Oprah shared hers, sales in a variety of small businesses would fly to the moon and back. Let me help you through your last minute Christmas shopping with a few of my favorite things, all for $25 and under!
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Exciting things are happening in male grooming. Traditional but trendy barber cuts and facial hair care are in big demand! As our Cowichan fellas have grown attached to their Movember’s from last month, the moustache and beard can finally get the attention and love they deserve with Vancouver Island-made Big Red beard oil. Alternatively you can gentleman your man up with the classic sheen and control of Reuzel pomades made by the ever-so-cool ‘Scumbag’ Barbers of Rotterdam. For Her
I am a cuff fiend; such a great way
to dress up an outfit. When I saw the flower cuff from Rocks and Roots Apparel I fell a little in love. When I read that the products were locally made, from recycled materials and hand-dyed I fell head over heels. Prices range from just $6 for the small feather hair barrette to $20 for an oak leaf necklace or leather Mason jar sleeve. Kiddy Winks
West Coast tie-dye is a tradition. Shrinking that tie-dye look into kiddy size equals C-U-T-E! Local business Dyed Up In Knots makes children’s items available from sizes new born up to age nine. These include but are not limited to t-shirts, onesies, leotards, briefs, socks and tights. I bought my son one of these t-shirts four years ago when he was two and it still makes me smile today as my two-year-old daughter runs around the house in a flash of rainbow colours. For You
The gift of inspiration! Once the madness of gift opening is done on Christmas Day and the children are engrossed in their stash of gifts, my favourite thing to do is to sit by the fire and gaze lovingly at the pages of my new books with a Bailey’s Coffee in hand. These books are a great inspiration for how to make your own individual pieces of fashion,
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Hand knits are in! I love handknits, but am a terrible knitter. This is shameful as I have so many friends who knit beautifully. One friend even knitted a Mona Lisa sweater in a few days — I kid you not! So, if you are anything like me and can’t knit one or purl one without muttering a bad word, then help is at hand. Radway Studio and Boutique has a gorgeous selection of colourful, natural woolen, Fair Trade knits for the hands, neck, feet and legs, all for less than $25!
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Margaret was predeceased by daughter Lea, husband Preston (on Dec 5, 1991), parents Maggie & Colin Campbell, siblings John, Betty (Bob), Colin Jr, and son-in-law Phil. Survived by sister Anne, daughter Barb, grandchildren Stacie-Rae, Cassandra, Brian and Mike (Kalee), great grandchildren Lilly and Mason, nephew David and his family. Upon settling into civilian life, Margaret became an avid gardener and homemaker in Duncan. She was a wonderful mother and a good friend; she will be remembered by many for her gentle smile and freely given hugs. The family wishes to thank Dr. P. Terlien and Dr. Doug Gee. A very special thanks also goes to the wonderful staff of Harbourside and Gardenview wings of Chemainus Health Care Center for their kind and compassionate care of Margaret during her final years. Private family interment at a later date. Flowers gratefully declined. If so desired, donations may be made to Chemainus Hospital Foundation.
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Passed away quietly on December 5th at the age of 92 years with her daughter by her side. Born in Extension, Margaret was the eldest of 5 children. She lived her early years in Youbou. She joined the CWACs and was stationed in Ottawa until 1945. Margaret was very proud of her military service and told great stories of the happier times with the girls of Kildare Barracks.
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owichan residents have four chances to relive the Christmas story during the next week. Two are this weekend in Shawnigan Lake, two are early next week in North Cowichan. Shawnigan Lake
“Mary’s What!?� Thats the theme being explored by the Shawnigan Alliance Church this year in its 11th-annual presentation of the Christmas story. It’s one of four scripts presented by organizers during more than a decade (2011 was the previous time for this one) of live Nativity presentations. “Every year we have around 100 volunteers who all take an end, serving and showing the community story of Christmas,� Shawinigan Alliance secretary Deborah Gammer said. “This year the script is our second in the trilogy and the fourth time we have performed it.� Two shows are being presented at 6 and 7:30 pm. on Saturday Dec 20. Visitors are able to take in the live animals and drama outdoors, then head inside the church for homemade cookies, hot chocolate, carol singing and crafts for the kids. “This is great fun every year and we invite our community free of charge,� Gammer said.. The church is at 1603 Wilmot Avenue, just up from the Shawnigan village. Call 250-743-4454 for information. For 21 years, the Church of Jesus
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is staging its 22nd-annual Christmas nativity. Christ of Latter Day Saints has been bringing the story of Jesus’ birth to local residents. Time to make that 22. Cowichan residents are invited to take in the school’s annual free live nativity production — something church members call their annual gift to the community. “(We) are honored to perform this beautiful re-enactment of the first Christmas, accompanied by the music of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir,� event spokeswoman Carol Stiles said in an email. “This production has become a tradition for many in the Cowichan Community. We hope that you will please consider making it part of your celebration this year. “The cast and crew are made up entirely of local volunteers with individuals and families of all sizes and ages, including adults and children — wise men, shepherds, angelic choirs join Mary, Joseph, and the babe in the manger with live animal cast including donkeys, goats, llamas and sheep.� In addition to pageantry, hot chocolate will be served inside the gym. Performances will be staged at 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. on Dec 22 and 23. The pageant is at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints, 1815 Tzouhalem Road. It is free. Donations for the food bank will be accepted on site.
Town Crier: Your Cowichan events calendar Friday
David Vest: the king of boogie woogie piano, Maple Blues Award winner, and all around nice guy, 8 p.m., Duncan Showroom, 133 Station St. Tickets $20 at the door. Call 250-748-7246. Christmas Express at the BC Forest Discovery Centre: All aboard a 1910 steam locomotive through thousands of twinkling lights adorning the 100 acre woods of the BC Forest Discovery Centre. Train departs every 20 minutes from 4 to 9 p.m.
Saturday Blue Tattoo: these veteran blues players want to have fun and that they do, 8 p.m., Duncan Showroom, 133 Station St. Tickets $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Call 250- 748-7246. Little Town Christmas: Activities for children residing in the Valley from 2:30 p.m. on Willow Street between Water Wheel Park and Neighbourhood House. Santa arrives at 4 p.m. Christmas Express at the BC Forest Discovery Centre: All aboard a 1910 steam locomotive through thousands of twinkling
lights adorning the 100 acre woods of the BC Forest Discovery Centre. Train departs every 20 minutes from 4 to 9 p.m.
Sunday Duncan Showroom Xmas Showcase: various local musicians come play three or four songs (or six or seven) to celebrate the season as community while collecting food and monies for the food bank, 3 to 11 p.m., Duncan Showroom, 133 Station St. Tickets suggested donation of $10 at the door. Call 250- 748-7246. Christmas Express at the BC Forest Discovery Centre: All aboard a 1910 steam locomotive through thousands of twinkling lights adorning the 100 acre woods of the BC Forest Discovery Centre. Train departs every 20 minutes from 4 to 9 p.m.
Monday Wicked Suite: Rachel, a cook at the Duncan Garage CafÊ has a sideline, music‌ and what a band she works with — a great seasonal party time, 8 p.m., Duncan Showroom, 133 Station St. Tickets $10 in advance, $12 at the door. Call
250- 748-7246. Christmas Express at the BC Forest Discovery Centre: All aboard a 1910 steam locomotive through thousands of twinkling lights adorning the 100 acre woods of the BC Forest Discovery Centre. Train departs every 20 minutes from 4 to 9 p.m.
Tuesday Dress Rehearsal Tuesdays: open mike the first and third Tuesdays of the month for all those that wish to attempt the stage, 7: 30 p.m., Duncan Showroom, 133 Station St. Tickets $5 at the door. Call 250- 748-7246. A Child’s Christmas in Wales: the Vox Humana choir presents Dylan Thomas’ quintessential Christmastime story read by Welshman Melville Jones and accompanied by carols, 7:30 p.m., Sylvan United Church, 985 Mill Bay Road. Admission by donation. Christmas Express at the BC Forest Discovery Centre: All aboard a 1910 steam locomotive through thousands of twinkling lights adorning the 100 acre woods of the BC Forest Discovery Centre. Train departs every 20 minutes from 4 to 9 p.m.
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Nutcracker back with a different flavour New artistic director: puts her touch on Royal City Youth Ballet’s holiday Christmas tradition John McKinley
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t will be a different Nutcracker that takes the stage this weekend for the 25th year in a row at the Cowichan Theatre. Dolores Kirkwood, long-time and muchbeloved artistic director for the Royal City Youth Ballet retired this year. This year’s Nutcracker will be the first with Camilla Fishwick-Kellogg in charge. “Camilla has come full circle with the company, as she was one of the original choreographers of the RCYB,” an event media release states. “Under Camilla’s guidance, the company is excited to reveal exciting new creations, including rejuvenated choreography for the show. “Be sure to watch out for their new Arabian duet in Act Two, as it is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Whatever changes may become apparent this weekend, audiences should still expect everything they have come to love about the RCYB production. “A tradition for many families, the show features beautiful sets, extravagant costumes, and a cast of talented, dedicated and enthusiastic young dancers, who travel all over the province to perform this holiday classic,” the release states. “The Nutcracker’s popularity in North America began in 1944 with the first full-length performance by the San Francisco Ballet. Ten years later, George Balanchine created a version for the New York City Ballet and it’s become a traditional favourite ever since, danced in hundreds of cities each holiday season across North America.” Victoria native Ian Szkolak will play the Snow King, Cavalier and Party Guest in Duncan, while Miguel Nguyen, a dancer with Centro del Conocimiento in Argentina, will be appearing as Cavalier in some performances, while he is home in B.C. for the holidays. courtesy Cowichan Theatre Szkolak began training at age 10 with Nadia Ian Szkolak and Chloe Choroszewski are two of the featured dancers in this weekend’s performance of the Nutcracker. Veselova-Tencer and finished his studies at the University of Mannheim, Germany. His personal Ballet Theatre, Royal Academy of Dance, Joffrey highlights include performing the Slave Monger Your ticket Ballet School and the Bolshoi Ballet. from Le Corsaire. He now works at Ballet Étoile in What:The Nutcracker They will be joined by a cast of more than 100. Victoria. Where: Cowichan Theatre “This is an established and well-loved holiday favouMeanwhile, Chloe Choroszewski — who plays rite,” says Kirsten Schrader, Manager, CVRD Arts When: Friday, Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Sugar Plum Fairy, Snow Queen, and Rose — is in and Culture Division. “Children who first saw it here Dec. 20 at 1 p.m. her seventh year of performing in the Nutcracker Tickets: $24, or $74 for a family (two adults, two with the Royal City Youth Ballet. She has attended in the ’90s are now bringing their own children and introducing them to a world of Christmas magic.” children). Call 250-748-7529 2687 summer training programs with the American
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Warmland warmth offered in wintry evening debut
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here’s nothing like 10 Warmland voices to bring a little bit of warmth to a cold winter’s night. The Warmland Singers, a choral ensemble featuring the talents of 10 young Cowichan musicians, presents Music for a Winter’s Eve Friday, designed to brighten one the year’s darkest nights with song. This ensemble is promises classical and contemporary music in this, their debut. Their program will feature classical a capella choral music including works by Pierre de la Rue, Jeff Enns and Arvo Pärt, as well as a few holiday favourites. “Many of the singers were raised in the valley and attended Frances Kelsey Secondary School and performed in the Cowichan Valley Music Festival as youngsters,” event promoter Eve Richardson said in a media release. “Several went on to obtain degrees in music and perform professionally.” The list of advanced and professional choral ensembles across Canada members have performed with includes the UVIC Chamber Singers, Vox Humana, Pro Coro Canada, Elektra, Chor Leoni, National Youth Choir and the World Youth Choir. “Don’t miss out on this evening of stunning choral music presented by some of the valley’s finest musicians,” Richardson said. The music is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 19 at 8 p.m. at the Sylvan United Church, 985 Shawnigan Mill Bay Road. Tickets are $10 only at the door. Proceeds go to the food bank and additional donations will be collected at the door. Call 250-661-5542 for information. —John McKinley
Solstice arrives with a Lila Music holiday tradition
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Ballet Victoria drew blood with its Nov. 28 production of Dracula at the Cowichan Theatre.
he winter solstice not only marks the shortest day of the year, it also marks the return of one of Cowichan’s newest musical traditions. On Saturday, Lila Music Centre presents its fourth-annual Winter Solstice Concert. “This rising Cowichan Valley tradition brings new songs, a bigger venue, outstanding musicians, and two exhilarating performances,” an event media release states. “Nationally acclaimed Canadian artists Richard Moody (violin), Corbin Keep (cello), and Adrian Dolan (multiinstrumentalist) are
scheduled to join Alex Remple (bass), Marilyn Rummel (harp), vocalists Cari Burdett and Sara Marreiros, dance artist Marisa Jackson, and new to this years show, dance artist Hilary Fooelse, for two incredibly energetic shows. “Bringing forward the spirit of cabaret and combining it with music from around the world, a thread of theatre and dance, and a dash of improvisation; this show is sure to please! In one of the evening’s special touches, Burdett and Marrieros will collect holiday wishes from the audience to create a one-of-a-kind piece of music. Proceeds from the
A dancer performs during last year’s third-annual Winter Solstice show at Lila Music Centre. event will be donated to the Cowichan Valley Hospice. The entertainment is scheduled to happen twice on Dec. 20, 2014 — a 7 p.m. evening show
and a 1:30 p.m. matinee, both at the Duncan Christian Reform Church. Tickets range from $50 to $10 depending on age and ability to pay, from
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