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COMOX VALLEY RECORD ■ FEBRUARY 1l, 2015

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Your North Island authorized Electrolux dealer & repair centre

After the sale, it’s the service that counts!

We will beat any advertised price in North America!

NEXT TO MADMAN MCKAY

250-897-0950 2885 CLIFFE AVE., COURTENAY

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Our goal is to be the BEST RV dealership on Vancouver Island.

The customer comes first at Sunwest RV, always, no exceptions. Every day that Sunwest RV opens its doors for business they have a goal, and that goal is to be the best RV dealership on Vancouver Island. The dealership is always striving to grow, improve and earn repeat, lifelong customers.

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29 years ago, Sunwest RV opened its doors with less than 10 employees in a small strip mall on Cliffe Avenue. On Halloween night of 1986, they relocated to the auto dealership’s current location on Ryan Road. After expanding the Ryan road location for the auto dealership, the RV dealership was relocated back to its current location on Cliffe Avenue.

Between the auto and RV dealerships, the Sunwest Family today employs more than 50 people.

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equipment to help pull the trailers and RVs, that got washed up, out of the river. He gave the families whose homes were underwater a dry place to stay and meals so they could get back on their feet. Sunwest also donated an RV, which was rebuilt to be used by the Comox Bay Care Society. The Comox Bay Care Society is a non-profit organization.

Since the start of the program on April 27th 2009, over 850 individuals who are homeless or at-risk of homelessness have received healthcare services aboard the Care-a-Van. Sunwest RV owner, Barry Willis, and General Manager, Laurie Pickwick, are actively involved in the behind the scenes operations of the Comox Bay Care Society.

With spring just around the corner, swing

by Sunwest RV where you will be greeted by warm smiles and passionate employees. View the extensive selection of RVs that will take you on your next big adventure and see why Sunwest RV is the best RV dealership on Vancouver Island!

Sunwest RV is passionate about its customers and the residents of the Comox Valley. When the Puntledge River flooded a few years ago, Sunwest RV owner, Barry Willis, went down to the river with

BARRY WILLIS Owner

Come Choose Your New RV

We have many packages to meet your RV needs

STOP RENTING

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CATALINA DESTINATION COTTAGE

ZERO Down ZERO Payments for 6 months (O.A.C.)

2800 Cliffe Avenue Courtenay

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Across from Driftwood Mall

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160 watt Carmanah solar panel x2 6 volt batteries x2 Directors Chairs

EXCLUSIVE 5TH WHEEL PACKAGE:

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Celebrating 29 Years in Business in the Comox Valley

1-250-338-5355

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Kevin Kelly

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Brooke Davis sales consultant

160 watt Carmanah solar panel x2 6 volt batteries Jacksen Grill Cameo grill table x2 Directors Chairs

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SALES AND FULL SERVICE!

Don Hardy

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Gary Hollinger Eugene Van Anrooy Geoff Mummary sales consultant

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BARRY WILLIS Owner

At Sunwest Auto, the customer comes first, always, no exceptions.

29 years ago, Sunwest Auto opened its doors with less than 10 employees in a small strip mall on Cliffe Avenue. On Halloween night of 1986, they relocated to their current location on Ryan Road.

After expanding the Ryan road location and moving the RV dealership to its own location on Cliffe Avenue, between the auto and RV dealerships, the Sunwest Family today employs more than 50 people. General Manager, Gracellen Siba, has been with Sunwest Auto since owner, Barry Willis, first opened the doors in 1986. Sunwest Auto is proud to have many long-term employees. Many of their first class technicians started their careers in the Sunwest Auto carwash bay, later moving on to apprentice with Sunwest, before moving into their careers.

The employees at Sunwest Auto are not the only component of the Sunwest Family. At Sunwest Auto, every customer who sets foot on the lot is warmly welcomed into the Sunwest Family. A customer’s relationship with Sunwest

Auto does not end after they drive their new vehicle off the lot, the staff at Sunwest Auto will continue to make sure that you and your vehicle will drive on, and on, and on for many years to come!

Sunwest Auto strives to offer a positive experience for all of its Comox Valley customers and also those who travel from Port Hardy, Powell River, Nanaimo and Port Alberni. The staff at Sunwest will not hesitate to go the extra distance to help a customer.

As for giving back to the community, Sunwest Auto leads by example by donating the caravan used by the Comox Bay Care Society and directing its operations to serve the homeless. They are proud and active supporters of many of the causes in the Comox Valley. This year, Sunwest Auto will again be the platinum sponsor of the Comox Valley Air Show. In the coming years, Sunwest Auto will continue to offer first class service from sales to service, always putting the customer first, no exceptions.

YOUR SUNWEST AUTO FAMILY

Sunwest Auto Centre 250-338-1221 • www.sunwestvw.ca

401 Ryan Road, Courtenay • sales@sunwestautocentre.com

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See You AtOurThis Years’ Pet Lover’s Lane! team strives to achieve the trust and understanding of our clients

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At Courtenay Toyota, complete and total customer satisfaction isn’t just everything. It’s the only thing.

and their companions and treats every patient as an individual.

We have recently expanded our hours, offering services every day of the week (including Sundays from 9am – 2pm) with our own team of veterinarians offering 24hr emergency on call services, 7 days a week.

Open Evenings!

It’s been 32 years since Rice Toyota first opened their doors in Courtenay. Over the years, the Comox Valley’s oldest single franchise automobile dealer has attributed their success to a couple of key factors. One of those things is the low pressure approach to helping their customers find the right vehicle for them. There is really no need to use pressure tactics on a new or repeat customer. Full disclosure is always offered.

Andrew Rice believes the key to success is to listen to what your customers say and ask, when it comes to the variety of individual needs that each customer has. Longevity also plays an important role in how things are done at Courtenay Toyota. Tenure for the sales staff ranges from 7 to 27 years. The sales staff has a combined 231 years experience in the industry and 158 years at Courtenay Toyota, and they are the recipient of Toyota Canada’s Pinnacle Award for Excellence in Customer Satisfaction for 2013 and 2014. Familiarity helps to create long term relationships with customers. Trust is developed. Customers will comeback to work with “their personal advisor” to select their next vehicle.

SERVING THE COMOX VALLEY AND OUR LOCAL PETS SINCE 2001

See You At This Years’ Pet Lover’s Lane!

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www.vanislevet.com

ANDREW, BRIAN AND DEREK RICE

250-334-8400

24Hr Emergency on Call Service

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To conserve, enhance and promote the management and utilization of natural resources in an ecologically sound manner.

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A Sales Team with 231 Combined Years of Service.

For 78 years Courtenay and District Fish and Game Protective Association’s mission is to conserve, enhance and promote the management and utilization of natural resources in an ecologically sound manner. Venues and interests including trap and skeet, archery, cowboy action, blackpowder, indoor/outdoor ranges, camping, education, and conservation are offered. By enhancing fish and wildlife stocks through ministry programs, promoting sound conservation practices and harvesting limits, we aim to have renewable fish and wildlife resources forever for our community and generations to come.

DALE FRAME President

250-338-9122 the-office@courtenayfishandgame.org

www.courtenayfishandgame.org

250-338-6761 445 Crown Isle Boulevard

www.courtenaytoyota.com

• COWBOY, Shotgun and Black Powder Shooting • INDOOR and Outdoor Range Dedicated to • ARCHERY • SPECIAL EVENTS wildlife management • CONSERVATION and conservations

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Where family & friends come together!

What do you get when you unite great food, amazing value, and a Canadian tradition for over 50 years? You get Ricky’s All Day Grill!

Ricky’s has amazing menu choices that really are beyond compare.

Menu items like Build your own Benny let you choose from 13 different toppings to create your own custom breakfast. Want to get creative at lunch? There are 14 different toppings to choose

CORPORATELY OWNED

from to Build your own Burger!

Our big meaty Buffalo-style chicken wings or Southern-style chicken tenders are sure to tantalize your taste buds. $4 Daily Drink specials like Wine O’Clock Wednesday or Craft Beer Thursday ensure that there’s always energizing refreshments to suit any mood.

The casual, family-friendly atmosphere with a love for kids is at the heart of Ricky’s. Their Kids R Club has tons of far-out dishes and activities the twelve and under set love. To wrap-up family friendliness, babies up to two years eat free!

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“Our mission is to create a wonderful environment where residents enjoy exceptional services from friendly staff.”

At Berwick Comox Valley we believe that knowledge is power, and our commitment is to be a solid and available resource where seniors and their families can access information about senior life and lifestyle. We believe that every step a senior takes should be in the right direction to encourage and support the best life possible. Here you’ll find an opportunity to thrive, not just “manage to get by”. Nestled in the heart of Comox, within steps of all that this beautiful seaside community has to offer, you’ll find a warm welcoming atmosphere.

Here you’ll find “home” that complements the natural beauty of our West Coast lifestyle. At Berwick you’ll find all the freedom, privacy and independence you enjoy, with access to supportive services that will enable you to live your life with enthusiasm, laughter, friendship and style. Bring your family, bring a friend, but don’t wait another day to rediscover what you might have been missing - life lived to its fullest, where you’ll thrive, not just survive.

Berwick Comox Valley

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Home Alone?

Nothing is more important than home, but when it becomes a place where you are feeling lonely, or overwhelmed, it’s time to visit Berwick.

We can help you create ‘home’ right here with us, a place where you will feel comfortable, secure, and warmly welcomed. A place where you can experience being part of a community again. We build beautiful buildings, but it’s people, just like you, who make it a place to call ‘home’.

Let’s start a conversation today.

Call us at 250-339-1690

Come in anytime...

breakfast. lunch. dinner.

Find out more about The Berwick Way™ Ask one of our Senior Living Experts today!

Visit BerwickRetirement.com Or call 250-339-1690 to learn more.

Proud to be BC Owned & Operated

795 Ryan Road • 250.334.9638 www.gotorickys.com

1700 COMOX AVENUE, COMOX

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We have provided the Comox Valley and Campbell River with the best tree service for nearly a decade.

Big or small....we do it all.

We are proud to be a member of the Dignity Memorial® network of funeral, cremation and cemetery service providers.

At Above & beyond Tree Service, our goal is 100% customer satisfaction on every job.

With extremely safe, efficient and productive crews, we continue to offer our ever expanding clientele the best value in all aspects of the tree business. Our reputation is outstanding and we strive everyday to keep it that way. Word travels fast in small towns and through this we have built a huge customer base of residential, commercial, municipal, regional, and military clients.

We are not a huge USA based tree company rather a home grown local company that employs local workers with families who spend their dollars right back in our local economy.

Our crews employ I.S.A. Certified arborists with the latest gear, machinery, equipment and techniques. Every year our fleet of bucket trucks, chip trucks, chippers, and stump grinders grows. Let us show you why we are the premier tree service in the Comox Valley / Campbell river.

Piercy’s - Mt. Washington Funeral Home has been providing exceptional funeral and cremation services to the Comox Valley since 1941. For 74 years, our commitment has remained unchanged and yet, our funeral home has always responded to the changing needs of our community. We operate the only local crematorium in the Comox Valley.

JOSEPH THIESSEN Family Service Advisor

FUNERAL PLANNING Call Joey for a complimentary consultation on pre-planning your specific needs.

Celebrate Lives with Dignity Professional, Quality and Service Excellence Joseph (Joey) Thiessen

PIERCY’S ~MT. WASHINGTON www.piercysmtwashingtonfuneral.com

24 Hours A Day! 250-334-4464 440 England Avenue, Courtenay

CHAD LEWIS Owner ◆ Complete Tree/Hedge Care ◆ Bucket trucks, chip trucks & chippers ◆ Danger tree / rigging specialists ◆ Residential / municipal / commercial ◆ ISA certified arborists ◆ Insurance / licensed / WCB ◆ Free quotes

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A Taste of Europe

Linda and Joe Runge’s European background served them well with the opening of a European-style Deli in the valley with many international settlers and visitors.

The Runge’s daughter, Monika, worked in the deli as a young girl and today is the owner operator with husband Roger Ferguson.

◆ Locally owned & operated

MONIKA & ROGER Owners

ABOVE & BEYOND TREE SERVICE

Chad 250-703-0371 or 250-897-5254

www.aboveandbeyondtreeservice.ca

Serving the Comox Valley Since 1969 • IMPORTED CHEESES • EUROPEAN DELI MEATS • SPECIALTY FOOD & GIFTS

250-338-8621 347 4th St. Courtenay, BC

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Island Honda first opened its doors in the very early 1980’s in a humble 5,000 square foot building. Today, we are operating out of a modern 21,000 square foot facility complete with a 6 car drive in service reception area, a 7 car showroom, and a 5,500 sq ft service shop.

At Island Honda, we strive to provide First Class Customer experience from vehicle purchase to vehicle Service.

In 1978, Honda began construction of its first US manufacturing facility, in Marysville, Ohio to produce Honda Accord models. The first Honda Accord rolled off the assembly line November 1st, 1982. The choices were limited at 2 Accord body styles initially. The Accord has been produced in the plant since then and in 1986, Honda began production of the hugely popular Civic models in this plant as well. The Civic is now the #1 selling car in Canada for the last 17 years.

Honda America Manufacturing began shipping Accord models to Japan from Ohio in 1988... (an industry first)...1988 was the same year Honda produced it 1 millionth vehicle at the plant! Since that day, Honda has not looked back. Today, the original plant in Ohio produces Honda and Acura models and Honda manufacturing facilities have been constructed in a few US locations as well as a

#1 CIVIC

plant in Alliston, Ontario, built to produce many Honda and Acura models (1986) as well as motorcycle and car engines and transmissions. The top selling Civic and the award winning CRV (2015 Motor Trend SUV of the year) are produced today in the Ontario plants (in operation since 1986). At the present time, all but 1 Honda model is produced in North America for Canadian consumers.

Honda product line is recognized by the automotive industry as having the highest reputation for product durability and reliability and, they are among the safest cars on the road; all models have either a 5 Star or 5 Star Plus crash test safety rating. Honda vehicles reputation gives them the highest resale and residual values in the industry allowing Honda to offer customers true value whether they purchase or lease their next new Honda or purchase a second hand model.

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It’s been another great year for Honda vehicles. The critics keep recognizing our value and quality with automotive awards. As do BC’s drivers, by making our CR-V, Civic, and Fit the #1 selling vehicles in their categories.† Just more reasons to test drive one today.

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†Based on IHS Automotive: Polk Canadian New Retail Vehicle Registrations as of CYTD November 2014 for the Compact SUV/Compact Car/Subcompact Car segments as deÀned by Honda Canada Inc. *Limited time weekly lease offer and all other offers are from Honda Canada Finance Inc., on approved credit. #The weekly lease offer applies to a new 2015 CR-V LX 2WD model RM3H3FES/Civic DX model FB2E2FEX/Fit DX model GK5G3FE (“SpeciÀed Models”) for a 60-month period, for a total of 260 payments of $69.89/$41.91/$39.97 leased at 1.99%/0.99%/2.99% APR based on applying $400.00/$350.00/$1050.00 “lease dollars” (which are deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes). ‡In order to achieve $0 down payment, dealer will cover the cost of tire/battery tax, air conditioning tax (where applicable), environmental fees and levies on the 2015 CR-V LX 2WD, Civic DX and Fit DX only on customer’s behalf. Down payment of $0.00, Àrst weekly payment and $0 security deposit due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $18,171.40/$10,896.60/$10,392.20. Taxes, license, insurance and registration are extra. 120,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km for excess kilometres. **MSRP is $27,685/$17,245/$16,070 including freight and PDI of $1,695/$1,495/$1,495 based on new 2015 SpeciÀed Models described above. License, insurance, registration and taxes are extra and may be required at the time of purchase. £For more information about the 2015 Motor Trend Sport/Utility of the Year® award, visit http://www.motortrend. com/oftheyear/suv/2015_honda_cr_v_is_the_motor_trend_suv_of_the_year/ їFor more information about the AJAC’s Best Small Car (Under $21,000) award, please visit: http://www.ajac.ca/web/ccoty/2015/comparison_ category.asp?cat=176 */#/**Prices and/or payments shown do not include a PPSA lien registration fee of $30.31 and lien registering agent's fee of $5.25, which are both due at time of delivery and covered by the dealer on behalf of the customer on SpeciÀed Models only. Offers valid from February 3rd through March 2nd 2015 at participating Honda retailers. Dealer may sell/lease for less. Dealer trade may be necessary on certain vehicles. Offers valid only for British Columbia residents at BC Honda Dealers locations. Offers subject to change or cancellation without notice. Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.bchonda.com or see your Honda retailer for full details.

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We offer complimentary inhome consultations and expert installation service by our certified installer.

Our most important rule of customer service is to stand behind the product we sell and take care of the client’s needs long after the original installation. Dealing with the most reputable manufacturer Hunter Douglas makes this fairly easy as they also want to make certain the client’s needs are met. Having a family run business allows us to stay focused on the client first.

We are excited about the future of our business! We have loved our move to our little location in Comox and had great reviews from our clients and friends. We have brought in Kathy Slater to join our team, she is born and raised in the Comox Valley so anyone that knows Kathy, knows how fortunate we feel to have her part of our growing business.

Our mission is to make certain that our client’s feel that they received great service from beginning to end of the project.

That they received fair pricing for the highest quality product and at the end of the day, they will have the confidence in us to refer their friends.

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“Searle’s for that hard to fit foot!”

The Searle’s Shoes concept started in 1917 with Jas E Aston when he added shoes to his shoe repair business.

Did you know that Sid Williams was once a partner in Searle’s Shoes legacy?

Other partners were Mr. Searle, Mr. Welsh, Mr. Pisto, Mr. Paxton, Mr. Peterson, Mr. N. Woodrow and since 1994 Cathy and Derek Newnes.

Continuing with Searle’s long history, Derek and Cathy and their trained competent staff continue the dedication the store has had to its customers and the community. Selection, competitive pricing and service help keep Searle’s Shoes unique.

In trying to keep the historic business up with the times we have added an advertising website and are working on a succession plan to look after the future of Searle’s Shoes.

DEREK & CATHY NEWNES Owners

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From cordless manual and motorized operating systems, retractable lift cords, cord tensioners and wand controls, we offer a wide array of innovative lifting system options for enhanced child and pet safety as well as especially easy operation.

FREE CORDLESS

On Duette and Applause Cell Shades until April 30, 2015

OFFER BAC DUE TO PO K PULAR DEMAND! Put a ton of miles on your Blundstone boots. They’re lined with leather and have a softer more durable sole. The result is a more comfortable, long-wearing boot.

Assorted colours. Unisex for ladies 6 to men’s 14 “Searle’s for that hard to fit foot”

221C Church Street, Comox BC

250-941-7824 www.blindsandbubbles.com © 2015 Hunter Douglas. All rights reserved. All trademarks used herein are the property of Hunter Douglas.

“Serving the Comox Valley for over 80 Years”

250 Fifth Street, Downtown Courtenay • 250-334-3178 searlesshoes@telus.net Mon-Sat 9:30-5:30 Fri till 9pm

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“Wine distinctly shaped wind and sea.”

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40 Knots Vineyard For Brenda Hetman-Craig and Layne Craig, Vancouver Island presented the perfect opportunity for the lifestyle change they were seeking.

Layne’s background was agriculture and Brenda’s was business management and they were looking to spend their retirement savings on a business that would give them enjoyment and create a legacy.

40 Knots Vineyard and Estate Winery is the promise of a dream. Located in the Comox Valley, 40 Knots crafts wines distinctly shaped by wind and sea on a sun-soaked glacier till vineyard. Following environmentally ethical farming practices and traditional wine making methods under the direction of a Master Wine Maker, 40 Knots offers lively and balanced wines bursting with aromas and lingering flavours. Brenda and Layne’s true enjoyment comes from sharing their work through serving their wine to the wonderful people that come to the winery.

The Craig’s repeat to many how appreciative they are to own a business in an economically sophisticated community where people from all industries work together for common success.

To the Craig’s, they are indeed finally home.

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A family tradition for 45 years.

Graham’s Jewellers is a family owned independent jewellery & giftware store serving the Comox Valley and Downtown Courtenay by the Big Clock since 1970. Wendy and James Graham have operated the store since 1988 and offer a broad range of products and services, jewellery lines by Pandora, SimonG., & Siffari. Giftware Lines by iittala, Waterford Crystal, Lampe Berger, Maxwell Williams and watches by Tissot, and Swiss Army. Jewellery and watch repairs and custom orders are also available.

WENDY & JAMES GRAHAM Owners

BRENDA HETMAN-CRAIG & LAYNE CRAIG

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COMOX VALLEY 40KnotsWinery | @40KnotsWinery 2400 Anderton Road | www.40knotswinery.com

J•E•W•E•L•L•E•R•S A family tradition for 45 years.

261 Fifth Street,Downtown Courtenay |

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Helping Comox Valley families plan ahead.

When a death occurs families in the Comox Valley turn to Toneff Funeral Services for good reason. Our tradition of compassionate care has brought comfort to countless families. Our promise is to bring that same level of care to you in your time of need and will help you every step of the way.

Arrangements can be made either in the comfort of your home or at our office, located in the Braidwood Centre. We want the families we serve to be 100% in control of their needs and decisions that need to be made. We give every family we serve, every option available so that an informed decision can be made. A celebration of life is an important, personal choice because every life is worth celebrating, no matter how or where it is done.

We want to give people quality, affordable care that they can always count on.

For 3 years now, Hristos Zmeis has been serving up authentic Greek Cuisine. Often, during a special holiday or event, Yiamas Greek Taverna features live entertainment and his mom even comes in and helps prepare all of the dishes. All dishes are from recipes that have been passed down from previous generations and is prepared fresh every day. Yiamas delivers the same hospitality that you would get at home.

HRISTOS ZMEIS Owner

FRESH & DELICIOUS FINE DINING 250.871.8552

DENNIS RICHARDSON, EMMA RIMELL AND ERIC TONEFF

8th Street Across the street from Shoppers Drug Mart

Affordable Cremation and funeral services Family Owned and Independently Operated

Expect MORE SERVICE for LESS MONEY! Call for your free, no obligation quote on our services. “Trust Us for Quality Care�

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Original Art Work No Reproductions

A semi-annual juried art show designed to focus on the traditional fine art forms of painting, drawing and sculpture. All art is original and created by the artist who is present in the booth during the entire show. The focus of the show is to present original works of art to the general public.

VANCOUVER ISLAND ARTISTS

All arrangements can be made in the comfort of your own home.

#1A-204 N. Island Hwy. Courtenay, BC

250-338-4463

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FINE ART SHOW & SALE 13 TH ANNUAL

Comox Marina Park August 8th & 9th, 10 -5pm

Some spaces available for participating artists

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Your local Co-op is here for you. We live where you live, work where you work and we are helping grow the economy right here — just as it has been since your Co-op opened for business.

There are many great reasons to join the Comox Valley Co-op!

Our Co-op is locally owned and community focused - just like you. Owners, or members, are like an extended family that are also regular shoppers and, in effect, own the store. Your lifetime membership ensures you have a long-term say in how the organization grows through our locally elected Board of Directors. Our Co-op is always accountable and accessible to you. We publish local financial reports and hold local annual meetings to report on operations and answer your questions. All Co-op personnel, right up to the General Manager and President of the Board of Directors, are accessible to customers.

Decisions affecting the Co-op are also made locally and in the best interests of the members and the wider community not in remote head offices.

When you purchase a lifetime membership, you become an owner in the co-op, and begin generating equity that grows each and every time you purchase fuel or food products. At the end of each year, a percentage of that equity is paid back to you in cash.

Pick up a membership package at either of our Comox Valley locations, or download the membership PDF from our website to get started!

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Joining the Co-op also serves a great financial investment that keeps paying

you back. Once you’ve secured a minimum equity of $100 you will enjoy annual “cash back” dividend each year. This adds up quickly and is in addition to any bonus point programs you may enjoy through your payment method, whether it is debit or credit card. Founded in 1960, the Comox Valley Co-op supports over 4,500 members throughout the Valley. We are a successful, locally owned and member-driven business that supports the community.

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