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Merville resident Anne Davies was recently announced as the “Overall Best of Exhibition Winner” in the inaugural Lilly Oncology on Canvas Canada Art Competition, for her entry, The Dance. Her prize package totalled $2,500, which she has donated to You Are Not Alone, a Comox Valley community organization that offers help to local families who need to travel to access medical treatment for their children.

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Lorne vote results online Last night, Comox council was scheduled to vote on third and fourth reading of the proposed redevelopment of the Lorne Hotel site.

The meeting occurred after the deadline for Thursday’s Record, but visit us online at comoxvalleyrecord.com to read the result of the council vote.

New e-option for homeowner grant If you dislike the annual ritual of lining up at Courtenay City Hall to claim the homeowner grant, the city has good news. Starting this year, property owners claiming the homeowner grant will have a convenient online option.

The Electronic Home Owner Grant at courtenay.ca/eHOG will be launched as soon as 2015 property tax notices have been mailed out, and will be available until July 2, 2015. To claim the homeowner grant online, homeowners will need their property tax notice. These will be mailed the week of May 25.

The tax notice includes the property’s folio number, as well as a pin number that is required for online access.

The traditional homeowner grant claim methods will still be available.

In some instances, the electronic option may not be available.

For more information or assistance with the homeowner grant, contact the City of Courtenay financial services department at 250-3344441 or email finance@courtenay.ca

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It was a slight ‘oops’ for the driver of a bus Tuesday morning in the parking lot of the downtown Thrifty Foods location.

The driver suffered injuries but the one passenger on board was okay. The investigation into the cause of the accident continues.

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Phase 1 of landfill closure coming

Area B resident raising a stink we still haven’t got anything in,” she said. “What do you do?”

The sewage treatment plant treats wastewater from Courtenay and Comox. The district began to receive odour complaints shortly after the facility was built in 1984.

The following year, the Curtis Road residents committee filed legal action, which was resolved out-ofcourt in 1992. Along with compensating residents, the CVRD relocated the composting facility, and installed additional treatments to capture and treat the most odorous gases from equipment.

By 1997, a scrubber system had been installed for $2 million. In 2002, a new composting facility worth $5 million was constructed at the waste management centre.

Late last year, the CVRD hired RWDI Consulting for an assessment and evaluation of the odour control system at the CVWPCC. It’s now working on a questionnaire/survey that will be mailed to properties in the surrounding area. Once information is received, the consultant will complete a report along with recom-

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Jenny Steel’s patience is wearing thin.

The Curtis Road resident does not want to tolerate another “smelly season” in her Area B neighbourhood, which is near the Comox Valley Water Pollution Control Centre.

In the fall of 2013, Steel requested action on behalf of about 22 homeowners affected by the smell, which is at its worst in summer.

The regional district sewage commission approved $50,000 in a four-year plan, which included an evaluation of odour control equipment and practices. The CVRD also planned to implement a tracking system to consistently address odour complaints.

But Steel has already had a whiff of the “chocolate factory” on Brent Road.

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YANA is about to get another cash infusion, thanks to the artistic talents of Merville resident Anne Davies.

Davies was recently announced as the “Overall Best of Exhibition Winner” in the inaugural Lilly Oncology on Canvas Canada Art Competition, for her entry, The Dance.

Lilly Oncology on Canvas Canada (LOCC) was created to help those affected by cancer cope with the emotional and physical effects of this disease, through the artistic representation of their cancer journey.

Davies has beaten cancer twice.

“I had been posting on the Canadian Cancer Connections site – it’s a site for people who either have cancer or have had cancer in the past – and I got a note from them saying there was this national competition,” said Davies. “I had posted my paintings on the site now and again but thought, OK I have never [entered a contest] before so I sent in a painting along with a 125-word narrative last September.”

Last week, Davies received notification that she had won the contest. She received a $2,000 first place prize, as well as two $250 prizes for winning two subsidiary categories. The prizes are awarded in the form of a donation to the charity of her choice. Davies has chosen You Are Not Alone.

She said that while there are a lot of worthwhile charities in the Comox Valley, YANA is special to her. Although Davies has never had to use YANA’s services before, she said as a parent, she has an intimate appreciation of the work the charity does.

YANA is a Comox Valley community organization that offers help to local families who need to travel to access medical treatment for their children.

“I chose them because they care for children and families,” she said. “I am a parent and nothing is worse than having a child in desperate need of care.”

Davies’ winning painting is called “The Dance”. She described the painting as an expression of her journey through two separate bouts of cancer.

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over everything and everything seems really dark,” she said. “Cancer doesn’t have a good track record. So it’s in the dance, because you struggle to leave fear behind and go towards health and happiness. That’s why there are two [scenes in the painting]. In the one, you’ll see the darkness, the moon and the sky. The bigger one is the dawn, and it is the dawn that brings the light.

“You have to keep positive when battling, and that’s the dance – the dance between the dark and the light. You are constantly struggling.”

She took her first painting course in the Comox Valley in 1999 and The Dance was painted at MusicFest.

“They have the people, and the tents lit up at night, and the moon to the left of the main stage – that was where it was painted,” she said.

Contest entries will be featured in healthcare centres across the country later this year.

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Celebrating Kidz this May. Child care represents our Province’s largest family support system!

In May we take the time to celebrate this vital community service. Licensed Family child care providers and licensed Early Childhood Educators (ECE’s) work in partnership with parents, supporting them as their child’s first and most important teacher. ECE’s have specific education in all areas of child development.

They provide quality environments where children can explore, discover and thrive.

They nurture curiosity and promote relationship based care, where children feel safe, valued and loved. Parents need to know that their children are nurtured and care for so that they can fulfill their work, school, family or other obligations.

Families need choice so that they can choose the setting that is right for them and their child and ECE’s and family child care providers need support and funding so that they can continue to do this most important work.

Research has shown, and it is globally accepted that the early years are critical to a child’s overall development.

This is why it is so important to support early care and learning programs and to celebrate all of the fabulous ECE’s and providers for the wonderful work that they do!

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Busy but typical long RCMP REPORT weekend for RCMP

With the first long weekend of the summer officially gone, Comox Valley RCMP were kept busy but nothing out of the extraordinary, explained Const. Don Sinclair.

“There were no major accidents, but we were kept busy with lots of noise complaints,” he noted.

There were extra enforcements and road checks, he said, and explained the Comox Valley Municipal Traffic section participated in an

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On May 12 police received a report of a theft of a car hauler trailer from an open gravel lot on the 400 block of Ryan Road in Courtenay. The trailer was last seen on May 11 at 10 p.m. and had the B.C. licence plate 36622D attached to it.

Police took a report of a break, enter and theft that occurred at a residence on the 100 block of Mitchell Place, Courtenay on May 14.

Thieves stole household items in this theft.

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Police were called to a report of a theft of a 2015 Can Am XTP 5EAB quad from Courtenay Motor Sports, located at 4883 Island Highway North in Courtenay, on May 13. The quad is yellow and black, with orange and pink rims. If you have any information on this theft or the whereabouts of the quad, contact the Comox Valley RCMP at 250-338-1321 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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On May 14 police received a report of a break, enter and theft to an apartment on the 2300 block of Mansfield Drive in Courtenay.

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On May 16 police stopped a vehicle on the Comox Lake Road in Cumberland and found the driver to have been consuming alcohol. Failed breath tests resulted in the female driver being issued a 90-day Immediate Roadside Prohibition, having her vehicle towed and impounded for 30 days and given a ticket for no drivers licence.

On May 14 police entered into an assault with a weapon and threats complaint that occurred on a City Transit bus. All parties are known Torched vehicle to each other. This investigation is During the early morning hours continuing. of May 17 the police were called to All is Calm, All is Bright a report of a vehicle fire behind the Military uniform theft Driftwood Mall located on Cliffe AveMerry a Christmas On May 15 police received report andnue in Courtenay. The investigation Happy of of a vehicle being broken intoHolidays while to allrevealed that someone had used gasparked on the 2500 block of Grant oline to ignite a vehicle on fire. my customers.

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In a few hours, more than 12 tickets were issued for vehicles travelling between 21 to 44 km/h in excess of the posted speed limit.

Another four drivers were ticketed for excessive speed and had their vehicles towed and impounded.

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The Internet contains various definitions of destination weddings: a celebration in an exotic or resort location; marrying at least 100 miles from where the bride lives; where more than half the guests need to travel to attend.

Of the five weddings hosted last year at Two Eagles Lodge, two were destination weddings. Each occasion brought in nearly 100 people, and benefited some ancillary businesses such as Ambassador Transportation, Comox Taxi and Pacific Pro Dive.

"They bring in so much income to the economy," said Carolyn Touhey, owner of the Union Bay Bed and Breakfast.

"They have to go to the rental places and get their chairs and their tables and their cutlery and their plates, so there's revenue there. They have to fly people in, so there's money coming in through the airport

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Be it Two Eagles, the Kingfisher or Mount Washington, destination weddings are big business for resorts.

“The brides are thrilled once they’re here,” said Touhey, who considers the Valley to be the ‘Riviera of Canada.’

The two weddings she hosted brought in people from Ontario and Manitoba.

“Two Eagles is an amazing place to get married,” said Annika Klopp of Winnipeg, who tied the knot last year with Mike Wahl.

“Not only is the view breathtaking, but the hosts, Carolyn and

Steve, are incredibly accommodating and thoughtful — they went to great lengths to make our destination wedding perfect. It was so nice to work with organized and proactive people when planning a wedding from afar. It took away so much of the stress.”

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Life is never boring for CTV Vancouver Island videographer Gord Kurbis.

The native Comox Valley television video journalist travels and tells stories from every part of Vancouver Island - and beyond daily, from the depths of Horne Lake Caves to flying over Nookta Island.

“There’s a lot of variety; it’s definitely not a job for people who like a regimented 9-to-5 schedule,” he explains. “The drawback is sometimes you don’t know what’s going to unfold, but there’s always the unexpected.”

In 1976 while flipping TV stations, Kurbis caught the credits of a wrap-up show on the local community cable station.

Still in high school at G.P. Vanier Secondary School, he recognized the names of many people, and went to down to the local station to volunteer.

“I was very interested in TV and I started as a volunteer filming concerts and TV shows in the studio.”

In 1981, Kurbis got his big break.

The station’s program director left with two days’ notice, and Kurbis, who was living on Texada Island getting ready to move to Victoria to attend Camosun College, took the job.

“Bronco (Moncrief) was the G.M. of Comox Valley Cablenet and he tracked me down - it was an unheard of position. Here I was at 18 years old and given the keys to

a television station.”

Some of his favourite memories involve covering bands at The Loft in Comox: “every Friday and Saturday, that’s where I was.”

Moving to the Lower Mainland, Kurbis worked a variety of jobs in television and started his own production company. Following jobs at Rogers and CityTV, a job posting came up for the Chum-affiliated station on the Island (formerly The New VI/A Channel, now CTV2), and it was a natural fit.

He says some of the best parts of his job is the “detective work” required to cover a story.

“Sometimes you have limited info, and you have to follow a trail.

You get to a scene and you have to figure out who’s involved, and follow clues to piece together the story.”

Kurbis’ natural detective sense fits well with his other passion the paranormal. From haunted houses, UFOs and sasquatches, his fascination for ghostly figures led him to one of his spookiest stories when working at CityTV. “I wanted to do some camerawork and pitched the idea of a series the week leading up to Halloween to find different haunted houses in the Lower Mainland.

A paranormal investigative group invited me to look at an apartment complex in Vancouver.”

Armed with a night-vision camera, he set up pointing his camera into the bedroom, and waited for the ghost to be disturbed.

Afterwards in editing, he spotted something.

“It looked like an orb; it kept moving towards the camera. I was talking with one of the investigators and said ‘it almost looks like ….’, ” he explains excitedly.

“A fly.”

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ederal public scientists want the protection of their right to speak freely enshrined in their collective agree-

ments.

First of all, before we get into anything, let’s take a moment to remember that freedom of speech is their right as citizens of a democracy and specifically their rights as Canadians.

But aside from that, there is a great public interest in government-paid and/or funded scientists being able to exercise their right to freedom of speech. In fact, beyond being a right, it should be part of their job description.

There is some room for confidentiality in the process of disseminating information by scientists who are specifically hired to find out the truth of things. You can’t have them just blasting their mouths off. The same standards of accuracy, honesty and corroboration should apply to their opinions as they do to their research and the publicizing of that research.

But as the ultimate employer of these scientists, the taxpayers own their research and therefore have a right to know everything about it. They answer to the citizens of this country not to the politicians.

Truth in science is more important today than ever. We here on the West Coast know that as well as anybody as we weigh conflicting claims regarding crucial fish science and the environment.

We have the anti-coal groups telling us one thing and the coal companies telling us virtually the exact opposite.

We have BC Hydro telling us there is nothing wrong with smart meters, while consumer and citizen groups cry foul from the rooftops.

Each side has its own agenda.

We need to be able to depend on our taxpayer-funded scientists to tell us what the facts are.

The Stephen Harper Conservatives have done a disservice to the citizens of this country by muzzling scientists and hacking scientific research to bits. The information researchers uncover belong to us and our public scientists need to feel safe enough to express their informed opinions.

What’s more, publicly-funded science should be neutral and unbiased. No corporate interference is acceptable. This is not science for sale. It’s science for the public good.

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GUEST COLUMN

I recently had the opportunity and the privilege to attend the MADD Canada National Conference in Toronto and, as always, I was blown away by what this organization strives for and accomplishes. The Mothers Against Drunk Drivers community is full of support and understanding and fierce passion for the change that will bring justice and save lives. Drinking and driving is a brutal crime, but it has not made this community brutal in return. I call it a crime, because that is exactly what it is. Every single person that has known grief and loss and despair at the hands of a drunk driver, each and every one of them, could have been prevented. The devastation of drinking and driving is 100 per cent preventable. We are not the victims and survivors of accidents, we are the victims and survivors of criminal choices.

Drinking and driving crashes and

the devastation of drinking and driving. The weight of everything we have lost led us to reach out to MADD Canada, and we received nothing but understanding, acceptance and support in return. MADD offers us the important hope of preventing these needless and tragic deaths.

It is this hope, the hope of making the roads safer and saving lives, that inspired us to reach out to the community of the Comox Valley and start a MADD chapter here. I cannot emphasize enough how much MADD helped me survive, not just in coping with my injuries but surviving the legal proceedings, and most of all: surviving my loss and my grief. Our community has been touched too often by loss at the hands of drivers under the influence, and there is not a MADD chapter on Vancouver Island to offer support. I believe having a chapter on the Island is an enormous step towards spreading awareness for a safer community, and a healthy support system for victims and survivors of impaired driving.

Molly Burton was the victim of a hit & run along Comox Road in 2013. The young offender responsible admitted to “shot-gunning” beers prior to getting behind the wheel of a car.

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■ Molly Burton

murders are not something that happens to us, and to our communities, they are something that is done to us – and the sickest and saddest part of all is lack of justice. Canada is getting better, very slowly, thanks largely to the MADD organization, but we still find ourselves in a position where the sentences being doled out do not even scratch the surface of the atrocities that were committed. Most of the drinking and driving injuries and deaths are committed by repeat offenders; people who have lost licenses, injured others, or killed people. Clearly, the sentencing is doing very little by way of prevention.

There is still hope within the MADD community that the punishment for drinking and driving will become more severe and there will be less tolerance in our justice system, but that is not the only hope. MADD Canada puts an enormous amount of effort into spreading awareness and education about the dangers of drinking and driving. It is working.

MADD Canada school programs and community chapters are saving lives and changing our country into a safer place.

As many of you know, my family and I have experienced firsthand

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Art: Pearl Ellis Gallery in Comox presents: “KEEPING IT LIVING: ART FOR THE ESTUARY NOW, THEN & FUTURE - A SHOW & SALE” From May 12–31. Open Tues – Sat from 10 am – 4 pm, Sun 1 – 4 pm, Closed Monday.

Free Admission. Located at 1729 Comox Avenue. FMI and to see a virtual gallery of the current show go to www. pearlellisgallery.com.

ALEX WALTON: The World According to Alex Walton opens Saturday, May 16 at Studio B Gallery in Cumberland (2704 Dunsmuir Avenue,). Opening reception 7-11 p.m. May 16.

TRULY HUMAN - Wayne Mackenzie, Designer Goldsmith presents “Truly Human” by Ina-Griet Raatz-von Hirschhausen, Opens Friday, May 22. Artist in attendance 1 – 5 p.m. This international treasure charmingly points out human characteristics in a very surprising way combining casual West Coast style, European Flair with universal humour. Free admission. #105, 1995 Cliffe Ave. Denman Summer Gallery - In conjunction with Oceans Week, the Denman Summer Gallery presents “Beach Odyssey: A Circumnavigation of Denman’s Foreshore”. Photographer Andrew Fyson will have approximately 30 framed photographs on display, of his journey around the island. The second part of the show is an installation which complements Andrew’s work. “Flotsam” is a focus on beach detritus and features found objects which have been transformed into pieces of art. Contributing artists are Shari Dunnet, Graham Brazier and Richard Menard.

Calendar: Thursday, May 21 LUNCH AT THE LEGION - The Comox Legion Ladies Auxiliary is hosting a Homemade Soup and Sandwich Lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Full lunch is $8; individual entrees are $3 each.

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Friday, May 22 THE SWEET LIFE - Bringing some genuine European flavour to the dance floor, The Sweet

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Friday, May 22 LEGION LUNCH - Cumberland Legion Soup and Sandwich 11 a.m. - 1 .p.m. 2770 Dunsmuir Ave 336-2361 $7

Saturday, May 23 DRAW FOR MEAT Cumberland Legion Meat draw every Saturday 3-5:30 p.m.

10 YEARS OF SYMPHONY - Come one and all to join the Strathcona Symphony Orchestra as it proudly ‘Celebrates 10 Years’ of making music in the Comox Valley. This concert showcases a retrospective of the orchestra’s past gems as well as new offerings to delight all. 7 p.m. at the Native Sons Hall in Courtenay. Tickets $15 available at Blue Heron Books in Comox and Laughing Oyster Books in Courtenay. FMI 250 331 0158 FRAZEY FORD - The familiar old-timey rustic harmonies have bloomed, transported into a fullthroated ebullience that takes us down to where the rivers run deep. $32.50 + GST Tickets available at Bop City and online at CumberlandVillageWorks.com Doors at 7:30 Music 8:00 pm FAMILY DANCE - The Comox Valley Children’s Day Care Society is having a Family Dance from 5:30 to 7:30 at the Little Red Church on Comox Ave in Comox. Admission is by donation and the event is open to the public. Fun for all ages!

Sunday, May 24 10 YEARS OF SYMPHONY - Come one and all to join the Strathcona Symphony Orchestra as it proudly ‘Celebrates 10 Years’ of making music in the Comox Valley. 2 p.m. at the Native Sons Hall in Courtenay.

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Monday May 25 Plants of Paradise Meadows - Join the Comox Valley Horticulture Society for its May meeting to learn more about the Plants of Paradise Meadows with Krista Kaptein.

The evening begins at 6:30 with a members plant sale. Florence Filberg Centre.

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Is another Lac Megantic going to happen soon?

Dear editor, C.B.C. is reporting, C.P. Rail’s C.E.O., Hunter Harrison is having the company train office staff to replace engineers and switch yard workers.

“The company is allowed to use office staff when there is a shortage of professional unionized workers to ensure the trains continue to operate.”

People working as train engineers usually go to school for six months and then spend an extensive period of time under the guidance of an experienced engineer prior to being able to run a train on their own. Now that is all changed? Don’t we have laws in Canada about that?

A lot of Canadians lost their lives in Lac Megantic and the government has spent millions to rebuild the town. These locomotives are immense, the cars stretch for hundred of yards behind the engines. It can take a mile to stop a train. The trains are loaded with oil, poisons, explosives, etc. Now we have a CEO who wants to run those trains with office staff?

In an effort to save Canadian lives I am requesting the federal government look into this immediately. I’d hate for one of those trains to blow up in Montreal, Vancouver, or any place people live. If one of those huge trains run off the tracks and winds up in a river, these goes the fish stock.

E. A. Foster Comox

Battle of Gallipoli.

The ceremony, attended by locals and visitors from other nations, proved to be a very successful event and a wonderful addition to our Days of Remembrance we host at HAMM throughout the year. It was indeed an honour to create an event which means so much to those in our community who have Ozzie or Kiwi ties and see the local support from Canadians who came to pay homage to the Australian and New Zealand Forces who have served so proudly alongside of our own Canadian Forces for the past 100 years. And yes, there were even a few Newfies in attendance to honour the service and sacrifice of the Newfoundland-Labrador soldiers who served beside the Anzac at Gallipoli during the Great War. It couldn’t have happened however without the wonderful contribution from those who told stories for our minds, baked Anzac Biscuits for our stomachs and sang songs for our hearts.

Of special note we want to thank 19 Wing Padre Thompson, Captain John Cowan C.S.C. R.A.N (Australia), Matthew Rennie; Royal New Zealand Returned and Services Association (Wellington, NZ), Branch 160 (Comox) Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick-Comox Valley, and Les Spilsbury.

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Dear editor, On April 25 our museum (HMCS Alberni Museum and Memorial) was host to a North Vancouver Island Anzac Day service as well as the commemoration for the centennial of the

Dear editor, I was appalled to read the report of Courtenay council debating the issue of GMO foods. As the Mayor so correctly put it, “It’s not our mandate.”

I can’t understand how this topic

even got on the agenda as it had no business being there. Are we going to have a group of unqualified people telling us what food we should eat when qualified scientists can’t agree?

Council should be discussing issues like what we are going to be doing for water in the future when the population of the Valley grows another 30,000 as predicted and climate change has more effect.

Bruce Jaffary Courtenay

Join us in the annual March Against Monsato on Saturday

Dear editor, There are many problems, to address in our time on Planet Earth.

Some (many of us?) are content just to keep our heads down, and try to get by. It’s not easy.

Others feel the call to take action write letters, circulate petitions, speak to city councils, and yes, march in the streets. As part of a campaign to encourage a GE-free purchasing policy, the March Against Monsanto is an annual event.

This Saturday, March Against Monsanto, May 23, starts at noon in Simms Park, next to the Fifth Street Bridge. Activities include songs, speeches, sign-making and feeling inspired. At 1 p.m., we will depart, walking from Simms Park, along Comox Road to the 17th Street Bridge, and back along Cliffe, stopping at City Hall. All marchers will be on the sidewalks, and following pedestrian protocol.

Please join us to support and world free of genetically engineered foods.

Stop the use of glyphosate pesticide in Roundup Ready soy, corn and canola.

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Caring for the Valley’s vulnerable ■ Terry Farrell terry.farrell @comoxvalleyrecord.com

Six years ago, nine nurses and two doctors put their resources together to offer primary medical care to the most vulnerable citizens of the Comox Valley.

Today the Comox Bay Care Society Care-A-Van has evolved into a community-wide effort of citizens helping citizens.

The volunteer base includes nurses, doctors, optometrists, dentists and counsellors who travel in a completely custom designed vehicle, courtesy Sunwest RV, providing an invaluable service to those who can’t afford to take the orthodox route.

There are also the “behind-the-scenes” volunteers, who do the washing, sorting and folding of the clothes and other duties.

In all, the society has grown to a small army of 41 volunteers, as well as corporate partners like Sunwest and Living Room Pharmacy, which provides all the pharmaceutical needs for the Care-A-Van.

The concept of a mobile health unit for the disadvantaged was Helen Boyd’s brainchild.

“There was a need that I saw in my role as a nurse and a mental health and addictions counsellor, that many people were falling between the cracks and were not getting the support services they need to get out of the grasp of homelessness,” she said. “So what I conceptualized was the idea of this Care-A-Van – a mobile health clinic that could go directly to the people in need of services. The goal was to remove some of the barriers these people face in accessing health care. They may not have a telephone to make an appointment. They may not have transportation to get to an appointment.

They may not even have a health card. All these things we take for granted is not even a possibility for them.

So by us going to them and building relationships with them, people are getting the basics they need.”

The Care-A-Van first hit the streets of the Comox Valley in 2009, offering two programs - primary health care and clothing.

In six years it has evolved to include an optometry program, a dental program, a denture program, a tobacco cessation program and a counselling program.

The eighth program, which starts this week, is an audiology program, addressing the needs of those with

hearing impairment.

Monika Turfloth is one of the nine nurses originally “recruited” by Boyd. She said the evolution of the CareA-Van has been amazing.

“We started off doing really simple things… a lot of health teaching, diabetic care, cardiac teaching, and now we have the dental program, the eye program, the smoking cessation program… we have just been able to provide a more holistic service.”

She credited Lauren Hay, her partner in the van on the day of the interview, for getting her involved in the society, who in turn passed the glory.

“It all started with Helen,” said Hay, another one of the original 11. “She is very charismatic when it comes to recruiting. “I had no idea what to expect when I got involved. I just kind of came along for the ride. It is very gratifying, to help the community.”

Boyd said the expansion of programs was a case of identifying gaps, then seeking the appropriate help.

“For instance, I made a presentation to a service group saying if I had a dream for the Care-A-Van it would be to provide dental service, and lo and behold, there was a dentist at that meeting who offered his skills,” said Boyd, adding that the dental program is the most used of all the Care-A-Van’s services.

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Amethyst House opening on schedule for summer 2015 “Addictions and substance use issues can affect any life, and any community — and that includes the Comox Valley,” McRae said.

“I’m proud of the help we can give to women by adding withdrawal management and supportive recovery beds, to help them on their journey to a brighter future.”

Amethyst House will be staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Clinical services will be provided by Island Health staff.

Island Health will provide CVTS with an annual operating budget of about $250,000 for the delivery of supportive recovery services.

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I’m starting to get a little worried about my son’s outbursts. He has always had a bit of a temper and has struggled with getting along with his sister. But now, as he starts to be involved with other kids I worry that his outbursts are going to cause him difficulty. At home he will yell, hit and throw things when he gets upset and I worry that if he starts to respond that way to other kids when he is at school we will have bigger problem on our hands.

It is often a surprise for many to hear that the incidents of aggression and the frequency of its display peaks around the age of two. In general we are most aggressive as toddlers and both the displays and frequency of aggressive behaviours decreases with age.

In children, aggression is often a response to frustration, yet-to-develop self-regulation skills, and unsophisticated coping strategies. It is often defensive and used to protect against a real or perceived threat. Not wanting to share a toy, feeling unfairly treated by another child or sibling, worried that one may not get what one wants, trying to control the situation or interaction are all examples of such situations.

Overt physical aggression is only one form of aggression. Equally important is relational aggression. Relational aggression is directed at harming others through the manipulation of social standing or relationships. Like physical aggression, the threats of that behaviour are also seen as aggression. Research is showing that both boys and girls use relational aggression although it is more commonly seen in girls just as physical aggression is more commonly seen in boys. Research is also showing that such relational aggression is equally as damaging and problematic as physical acts of aggression are.

We need to be concerned with all physical and relational acts of aggression. Children need parents to help them understand the impacts of their behaviour on others and they need their parents to set limits and boundaries around what is acceptable. Aggression becomes more problematic when, as children age, its frequency does not diminish, it does not respond to adult direction and it appears across multiple contexts (home, school and the community).

Continue letting him know that what he is doing is not okay and when he is calm help

him find other ways to cope. Some common strategies are taking some space, letting others know how he is feeling in an appropriate voice, asking the other person to stop or do something different, ignoring the other person’s behaviour (if possible), and getting some help from adults. Helping your son use such strategies with reminders and direction when he is getting upset will be important and he will need some practice to get it right.

In your situation it appears that your son’s behaviour is limited to home. If that is not the case and it seems to be occurring more frequently, in many different contexts (home, school, the community) or it does not seem to be responding to your direction then he may need some additional help.

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They will be starting this summer. Until then coverage will continue to be provided by Dr. Judith Hammond and Dr. Shannon Marshall, with help from Drs. Hemmerich, Ostry, and Brailey.

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Doors will open at 5:30 to allow guests to do just that and socialize. Hors d’oeuvres and coffee/tea will be served prior to the show and a no host bar will be available.

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Project Watershed releases walking map booklet If you enjoy the outdoors, walking and learning about the Comox Valley, the Walking the Watershed’s map booklet is for you.

Hot off the press, this new booklet features 18 easy to moderate walks from around the Comox Valley. As well as showing GPS routes, each walk includes a description, rating and trail information such as the location of benches, picnic tables, bridges and more.

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Island-born realtor Ray Francis keeps it local

For Coast Realty Group realtor Ray Francis, doing business on the Island is a personal matter, mostly because he was born and raised on it.

Growing up in Victoria and eventually finding his way to the Comox Valley in 1991, Francis has a different approach (and appreciation) when it comes to doing real estate here, especially after he attempted to live in Vancouver first.

“I tried living off the Island and it just did not take,” he said, laughing. “There’s just so much more on the Island as far as I’m concerned.”

“The Valley offers a diversity of entertainment, arts, and sports. We have an airport where you can fly direct to Calgary or go to Mexico, and we have a great sense of community here. We have sports for kids, mountain biking, skiing, fishing – we really have it all. And when you consider what we have to offer, our prices really aren’t that bad here.”

Francis became a realtor back in 1987 in Victoria and still strives to get better, despite already achieving some notable milestones. He sat on the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board for a total of eight years, eventually as president, and even won the Board’s Realtor of the Year award in 2014.

In May of 2014, Francis and his business partner Don Hughes opened up a Coast Realty branch in Cumberland, where they’re becoming a big part of the small community. Already they’ve taken part in the Parade of Lights, the

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Halloween walk and the Easter Egg Hunt.

“We’re trying to work into the community.

We’re big sponsors of activities that go on there, and we really try to be part of the community instead of just working in the community,” Francis said.

“I love living here in the Valley. I love the community, the people. I find in small communities like this is that my commitment does not start or end with a deal. The people I deal with become friends; they’re not just a number.”

Francis isn’t the only one who recognizes the full potential of the Comox Valley. He says more and more people, especially young families, are moving here, and for those who are on the fence about it, Francis has some quick questions for them.

“We constantly get people dabbling in the Valley here looking for properties and it’s very simple,” he began. “The first question I ask them is, ‘Are you shoveling snow where you live right now?’ and most of them say yes.”

“It’s amazing how many families are moving here,” he continued. “It used to be just retirement people coming here, but it’s a lot more families coming for the quality of life for their kids and the things they can do. It’s a much more relaxed and safer environment here, and I think that’s why a lot of people are moving here.”

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katie.maximic @comoxvalleyrecord.com At Colonial Countertops in Courtenay, their customer service is as solid as the quartz and granite countertops they install.

From design and fabrication all the way to installation, if the customer isn’t happy, then neither is the company.

“We strive for customer service. That’s our main thing,” explains Courtenay branch manager Rob Howland. “Taking care of people’s homes, looking after their floors, making sure we’re on time within certain parameters and tidying up after jobs – quality of service is the biggest thing, and we pride ourselves on making things right if there’s a problem.”

Colonial Countertops is a family owned and operated business with five locations across B.C., including Victoria where the flagship store opened in 1970. They specialize in the fabrication of natural stone, laminate and wood block decorative surfaces, as well as installation and design of a variety of products, from countertops to office receptions, shower walls and even table tops.

At the Courtenay branch laminate is produced in-house and there is a sizable showroom for customers to get a taste of the kind of quality surfaces they can choose from. That, Howland says, can be daunting for homeowners, but that’s where he and his experienced staff step in.

“Often countertops are overlooked in the design process as far as what styles are available and why a custom counter might be better in one scenario over another,” Howland said.

“I love getting the right product for the right person and making the best suggestions for their particular situation. Often lots of people are needing advice or colour ideas, and I’ve seen

enough that I can walk into a house and give them four ideas that will really work for them.”

Colonial Countertops is the only Vancouver Island distributor of Cambria, a high-quality producer of natural stone surfaces based out of Minnesota.

“It’s basically the Cadillac of countertops,” Howland said about Cambria. “You put it in and that’s the last counter you buy.”

“Most other companies follow what Cambria comes out with because they lead the trends.

The quality is very good. They always use 93 per cent quartz, and there’s a lifetime warranty for the original home owner. They also have a whole department that just designs colours, follows trends and tries to keep up to date.”

Cambria’s new Coastal Collection, for example, would enrich any home on Vancou-

ver Island, with stunning colour designs that reflect the natural beauty and flow of the ocean and shoreline.

“It’s a very interesting series showing a lot of movement in the designs,” Howland said about Cambria’s Coastal Collection, which displays the whites, greys and deep tones of the ocean.

“Greys in new homes are very popular this year.

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And if natural stone is out of your price range?

“Laminate has come a long way in the industry,” Howland said. “The Formica Fx180 series emulates natural stone, and it’s amazing. If you didn’t know the products, you’d just think it was a chunk of stone. It’s getting very popular because it looks great and people are amazed by the cost.”

Cost, design, texture, colour – there are many considerations when it comes to surfaces for a home or business.

That’s where Colonial Countertops’ knowledge and experience comes into play, which Howland says makes them stand out from other companies in the Comox Valley.

“Other than a couple of recent hires, our shortest employee was about 10 years, so most of our staff has been here for 10 to 25 years. They’re obviously happy being here, so I guess it’s working out,” Howland said, laughing.

“We have a huge appreciation for the staff who have been here a long time. They’ve been amazing and are a big part of our company. It’s all one big family.”

Colonial Countertops is located at 2989 Kilpatrick Ave in Courtenay. To read more about the company and its services, visit www. colonialcountertops.com.

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The May 28 deadline for entries is fast approaching for the digital photo exhibition, held June 6 in the Courtenay Library, part of Elevate Arts Festival.

Photopia features the submitted images displayed on high-definition big-screen televisions on every side of the room.

“Especially with the new 4k screens included this year, this show will be a sensory experience quite unlike seeing photo prints hanging on a wall,” says co-ordinator Jamie Bowman.

The screens are supplied this year by McKays Electronic Experts and Best Buy. More than $800 in gift-certificate prizes have been donated by local merchant sponsors, including $200 from Affordable Framing, $215 in poster-size printings from Sure Copy Courtenay, $200 from Staples, $100 plus a canvas-wrap printing from London Drugs, $50 from Best Buy and image mounting from Backdoor Gallery and Studio.

“The prizes have doubled this year because we’ve added a youth section for each of the categories,” said Bowman. “Both Elevate and the Arts Council recognize how much youth can contribute. We focus on developing that potential.”

The head of North Island College’s fine arts department, Linda Perron and professional photographers Gordon Ross and Lisa Graham are the experts donating their time and skills to select the photos. But all suitable photos will get their screen time in the show.

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Previous winner Lisa Graham, who took this photo, is one of judges for Photopia 2015.

Ross’s photos have been Her career and an featured in Sports Illustrat- ever-deepening passion in ed, The Globe & Mail, Tran- photography began a decade sworld Snowboarding, and ago, learning foundational more. photography skills at North He has published two Island College. books of his work, Waiting Since then, she has been for the Sun: Journeys to continually improving by Remote Placreading and es (2008) “viewing many, and Tattoo + many, many I love doing You: A Photo this. Every year photographs Story of Body that are much the quality and Ink (2012). better than His shooting the creativity goes mine,” she says. history spans up.

Linda Perron photo-journalis the departGordon Ross, Judge ism, sports-acment chair in tion and travel the NIC School to commercial, of Fine Art and lifestyle and wedding pho- Design, an art educator and tography. In his travels to an artist. Her artistic pracover 90 countries, he’s doc- tice incorporates drawing, umented exotic landscapes printmaking, mixed media and cultures and amassed and photography. Her projthousands of world por- ects often explore process, traits. narrative and image as Lisa Graham is a past object.

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Up to 25 photos can be submitted by each entrant.

Entry forms and submission details are available at elevatethearts.com, under the ‘Get Involved’ tab.

All images must be the submitter’s own original work and must be in .jpeg or .jpg format, at least 1920 X 1080 pixels, but preferably at least 3840 X 2160 pixels (to take advantage of 4k screen resolution).

Photopia is a Comox Valley Community Art Council project, part of the Elevate Arts Festival, which reserves the right both to refuse artwork deemed inappropriate and to use winning submissions for future, non-commercial promotion of Photopia, CVCAC and Elevate the Arts.

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Crikey Mor specialize in high energy Irish music, but also very sweet and harmonic ballads and songs. The performers are Nancy Grossert on fiddle, Tasia MacKay on flute, Eric Reiswig on uilleann pipes, Jeremy Walsh on guitar, and Andrew Morris on bodhran, with five fine voices as well.

Given that this is a house concert, it will be a very intimate evening for us all.

You may find yourself ducking under the end of a fiddle bow or flute, or providing a knee for the bodhran or bagpipe to sit on, but that’s all part of the fun house concert ambience. It’s going to be very hard to pin you to your seats, but the only dancing room will be in your chairs, as seating is limited.

Crikey Mor already have a good following in the Valley, so tickets for this event are likely to go quickly.

Crikey Mor brings its unique sound to Merville Saturday.

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Calling all painters, photographers, sculptors, cartoonists, air-brushers, graphic artists and creators of motorcycle themed art.

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Entry deadline is Aug. 1. Drawings, paintings and photography must be framed.

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Featuring diverse evening events June 3-5 and a free all day and night street festival on Saturday, June 6, Elevate welcomes participants of all ages to be part of a street level celebration dedicated to shattering barriers between culture consumers and culture producers.

“Elevate is about more than the traditional performer - audience relationship. It’s about bringing the culture makers and the culture lovers together, and it’s about looking at the intrinsic value of engaging in the cultural life of our community,” says Elevate co-producer Bobby Herron.

There are still lots of ways to get involved in the upcoming festival.

Volunteers, roving performers and pop-up artists are still welcome to join the fun. Poets and story tellers are invited to share their work at an open mic event called uniVERSE at Union Street Grotto on Wednesday, June 3.

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The Kumugwe Dancers have performed for thousands of people since 2001 when the group first formed, taking their name from the traditional Bighouse that sits at the heart of the K’omoks First Nation. Kumugwe takes great pride in preserving the ancient traditions of their ancestors, sharing the songs and dances of the K’omoks and Kwakwaka’wakw people and on Saturday, May 23 they will take the stage at the Filberg as part of L’Arche Comox Valley’s Ethnic Extravaganza.

The Kumugwe Dancers are just one of four groups performing at the Ethnic Extravaganza. Diners will also be transported to coastal Brazil to watch the stylized dance-fighting known as Capoeira, to the warmth of a Spanish night with the passion and intensity of Flamenco, and to the beaches of Hawaii with the laid back strummings of the ukelele.

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SPORTS Rugby athlete carrying on family tradition In just a few short weeks a young Comox Valley athlete will travel half the world away to share her love of rugby and her desire to bring the healing experience of sport and the joy of play to high school youth in northern Uganda.

Georgia Bellamy, a Grade 12 student at G.P. Vanier, will be joining this year’s Gainline Africa tour as a coach. She will take her experiences from the past five years with her on this journey including playing in the front row, coaching with the Campbell River youth rugby program and winning provincial and national gold medals with her high school, regional and provincial teams.

Gainline Africa is a unique international development organization that uses rugby as a tool for re-building in post-conflict Northern Uganda. Georgia, alongside the other selected Canadians and their Ugandan partners, will provide hands-on support acting as mentors, coaches, and friends to the secondary students by offering value-based rugby programs that support a healthy lifestyle.

At the same time, the Gainline participants will learn about development issues and have the opportunity to experience a culture and community far from home.

It won’t be so strange for Georgia, however, as she is following the footsteps of her inspirational grandmother.

Hilda Shilliday, 85, has just returned from her seventh trip to Uganda where she volunteers in an HIV/AIDS clinic and supports development through sponsoring education and health initiatives for young and old alike.

Hilda has educated many Canadians about the reality of life in Uganda and the significant impact of HIV and political unrest on this commonwealth nation.

Georgia’s mom joined Hilda

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Tier 1: The Loose Cannons had a busy week playing three games winning two and tying one. Cannons and the Sunlife Slammers played to a 16-16 draw. The Cannons edged the VIIC Vikings 7-6 and won easily 14-6 over the Elks Speedy Devils.

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in 2010 and now, accord- while completing her school ing to the young athlete, assignments a few weeks “Uganda has become much early and facing the many more than a country were decisions that come along my grandmother with graduavolunteers. It is tion. This trip ...I also want will be part of a place where our family has to support others the puzzle. built many last- feel the abso“Like many ing relationships teenagers my and friendships. lute happiness I age, I am still Now, following feel when I play not certain my grandmother rugby. about what I and mother’s aspire to do GEORGIA BELLAMY footsteps, it is when I am older. my turn to do However, I do what I can to support Ugan- know I would like rugby da in continuing to be an to continue to be a huge amazing country.” factor in my life and I also Georgia’s trip begins in want to support others to early June and she is mak- feel the absolute happiness ing the final preparations I feel when I play rugby.

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Gainline Africa allows me to do just that, so this experience is helping me take that first step to figuring out that next chapter of my life.”

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Saturday night featured plenty of quality racing with over 60 cars filling the pits.

In main events, #88 Ryan Guest continued his dominance in the Roadrunner field, leading over half of their 15-lap feature to take his second straight main win. Twenty-five cars took to the track for the 25-lap Hornet B main; a tight field saw lots of lead changes, with #53 Rowland Westra taking the final lead

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A 20-lap Crash to Pass main saw #73 Sheldon Hopp hold off #01 Jeff May to win his second straight feature.

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Kings Royals knocked off the Devils 17-11.

Tier 2: Three teams remain unbeaten. Sauced won 14-3 over the Banditz and outscored Randomz 15-5. Calm Batters outlasted Randomz 19-11, running their record to 2-0, while Average Joes won handily over Malfunctions 18-6 and the Banditz 15-6. The Wrecks won their first game 17-5 against the Malfunctions.

Tier 3: Weavers Leather Ball Busters remained unbeaten, crushing the Tuls 30-2.

The Benchwarmers fell 6-2 to Peanut Gallery but blasted Komox Grind 21-4.

The Peanuts had their second tie 9-9 with C.V. Marine Misfits. The Rats won both of their games, 18-3 over One Thirty Three and 14-5 against the Tuls.

The Misfits stopped the Contenders 13-2.

Nathan Chrcek from the Zombies hit a grand slam in a losing game as the Elks Zombies fell 21-12 to the Comox Grind.

Tier 4: The Avengers and EZ Ryders both ran their records to 4-0. The Avengers put down Slippery Kittens 26-9 and stopped the Ballers 15-4. The Riders were 19-9 winners over the Brew Crew and hammered the Coco Loco’s 19-5.

Michael’s Mavericks edged the Kittens 15-13 and played to a 9-9 draw with the Legends. The Coco Loco’s nipped the Ballers 6-5.

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Be that as it may, it is the traditional beginning of the camping season and is often associated with surviving under tarps put up to try to keep out of the rain.

On the positive side, our local conditions were generally sunny and quite warm without major rainstorms so it had to be a success.

On the saltwater fishing front it has been a mixed bag.

One of the current challenges is to navigate through large amounts of floating seaweed when trolling. The weed that is causing most of the problems is called sargassun – it came to our shores about the time we imported oysters and clams from Japan for our aquaculture.

It has been creating problems for trollers fishing off Grants Reef. When we fished off Tribune Bay on Sunday of the long weekend it was a nuisance; but you could troll; even though you had to frequently clear your gear of weeds. On the way home up Baynes Sound we encountered quite large floating masses of the weed that would have made trolling impossible. If confronted with this problem I suggest drift fishing if you are equipped with small drift lures and there are bait schools in reasonably shallow water such as Grants Reef.

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The weekend crowd had arrived on the lake; but in spite of the large numbers of canoeists, kayakers and fishers everybody was having a quality experience. The absence of motors of all types on this lake may be a factor.

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We saw two other boats using a net and another playing what appeared to be halibut – generally it was pretty slow.

About an hour before slack tide we tried shallower water with jigs and took two nice lingcod in the eight- to 10-pound range.

While travelling into the shallows we went over several schools of bait in depths varying from 80 to 100 feet. After the jigging we returned to the area with the bait and took a prime chinook in the eightto nine-pound range and an incidental brown rockfish. All things considered it was a successful day on the water.

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It offers that military look on Vancouver. the outside with limousine type seating on the inside.

Ian Harwood The seats are covered in Andrew Muirhead leather and can be adjusted to just about any position.

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judges and spectators have much to admire at the concours d’elegance

Cartier Concours generates great interest in India India’s finest exhibition of vintage automobiles and motorcycles is the Cartier “Travel with Style” Concours d’Elegance.

This year it took place at the historical Jaipur Polo Club in New Delhi, located within the racecourse.

Cartier has enjoyed a long-standing relationship with India and in particular the Maharajas dating back to 1911. They would entrust Cartier to design and set their precious stones into magnificent pieces of jewelry.

The opulence and elegance of India’s long-standing automotive legacy has returned to India thanks to the vision and hard work of the event creator and director, Mark Shand, a British travel writer and conservationist. Sadly, he died in 2014 and he was dearly missed at this year’s event.

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workmanship. Given the nowned Indian automotive equipment that they have, historian and expert, His it is amazing and absolutely Highness Rana Manvendra first class.

Singh of It is obviousBarwani ly driven by a who hand great deal of picks some passion and of the rarest pride. restored and India has preserved a very rich vintage motoring automobiles heritage datfrom across ing back to India.

It is unique and 1897, when The Cartier it is India’s closest a resident Concours, of Calcutta, which began comparison to the in 2008, has most famous event in imported the generatthe world the Pebble first car into India which ed great Beach Concours was a De excitement d’Elegance.

Dion-Bouton. amongst The following Indian colNigel Matthews year there lectors. More were four cars in Bombay. owners are now taking an Jamshedji Tata an Indian interest in maintaining and pioneer industrialist, who restoring their cars to the founded the Tata Group, high standards required for such an international event. which has grown into India’s largest conglomerHaving visited a restoration ate company, owned one shop in Kolkata, I have to of them. Ratan Tata, who mention that the quality of

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The Maharajas possessed an incredible purchasing power and only bought the finest products, particularly when it came to cars. A quarter of the Rolls-Royce production between 1912 and 1947 went to India.

Having lost a number of significantly important cars, the Indian Government put measures into place to protect their automotive heritage by eliminating the export of cars from India.

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Pebble Beach. Vehicles are not shipped to India from all over the world because only vehicles from within India can enter.

I hope that it remains that way because this is what makes it so special, celebrating the distinctiveness of India’s post-Independence automotive heritage.

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factured after Jan 1st 1950 into the country without being subjected to as much as 181 percent duty.

To summarize the event, it is unique and it is India’s closest comparison to the most famous event in the world the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. It is a comparatively young event, which focuses on India’s automotive heritage, unlike

Nigel Matthews is the global director of client services for Hagerty Insurance Agency, LLC — Hagerty is the world’s largest specialist provider of collector car insurance and provides many resources that support the classic car lifestyle.

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Lease offer excludes registration, insurance, PPSA, fees, levies, license fees and applicable taxes $0 security deposit on all models. 20,000 km allowance per year applies. Additional charge of $0.12/km.†Finance offers available O.A.C. from Hyundai Financial Services. Financing example: 2015 Accent 5-Door L 6-speed Manual for $14,558 at 0% per annum equals $35 weekly for 96 months for a total obligation of $14,558. $0 down payment required. Cash price is $14,558. Cost of Borrowing is $0. Example price includes Delivery and Destination of $1,595.

Finance example excludes registration, insurance, PPSA, fees, levies, license fees and applicable taxes ♦Prices of models shown: 2015 Accent GLS Auto/Elantra Limited/Tucson Limited AWD/Santa Fe Sport Limited AWD/Santa Fe XL Limited AWD are $21,144/$26,794/$35,759/ $41,444/$45,094. Prices include Delivery and Destination charges of $1,595/$1,595/$1,760/$1,795/$1,795, levies and all applicable charges. Prices exclude registration, insurance, PPSA, license fees and dealer admin. fees of up to $499. Fees may vary by dealer. ▼Fuel consumption for new 2015 Accent GLS (HWY 6.3L/100KM; City 8.9L/100KM); 2015 Elantra Limited (HWY 6.7L/100KM; City 9.7L/100KM); 2015 Tucson Limited AWD (HWY 9.3L/100KM; City 11.6L/100KM);2015 Santa Fe Sport Limited AWD (HWY 9.8L/100KM; City 12.9L/100KM); 2015 Santa Fe XL Limited AWD (HWY 9.7L/100 KM; City 13.0L/100 KM); are based on Manufacturer Testing. Actual fuel efficiency may vary based on driving conditions and the addition of certain vehicle accessories. Fuel economy figures are used for comparison purposes only. ▲Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). ‡†♦Ω*Offers available for a limited time and subject to change or cancellation without notice. Dealer may sell for less. Inventory is limited, dealer order may be required. Visit www.hyundaicanada.com or see dealer for complete details. ††Hyundai’s Comprehensive Limited Warranty coverage covers most vehicle components against defects in workmanship under normal use and maintenance conditions.

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ORV registration due June 1 ■ Tim Schewe BEHIND THE WHEEL

If you intend to operate your off-road vehicle (ORV) anywhere on public lands after June 1, you must register it through ICBC. When the vehicle is registered, an off-road vehicle licence plate will be issued and must be displayed.

The changes replaced outdated legislation governing British Columbia’s growing offroad sector, and help ensure these vehicles are driven in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.

An ORV includes snowmobiles, all terrain vehicles (quads), off road motorcycles, side by sides (i.e. rhino, argo, razors) and dual purpose on highway vehicles such as jeeps, trucks and SUVs.

Community helps young readers at Courtenay Elementary Parent volunteers at Courtenay Elementary School have collected, sorted and distributed hundreds of donated books to students this year, and they are looking for more to keep students reading through the summer.

Education experts emphasize that summer reading is critical to maintaining and consolidating learning that happens during the school year.

That’s why parents and staff along with community partners are hosting a book and reading resource fair for students and their families on theh

The one-time fee of $48 for the registration and number plate will be valid as long as the same person owns the vehicle. If the ORV is sold or disposed of, the owner keeps the number plate to transfer onto a replacement. Snowmobile owners who have registered their machines under the old Motor Vehicle (All Terrain) Act will receive a refund of the amount they have already paid when they register under the new rules.

The requirement to register and licence an ORV applies to out-of-province users who bring their machines into B.C. for use.

That may be fulfilled if their home province has an identical program (e.g. Alberta) and they are registered there. Otherwise, the ORV must be registered and licensed in B.C. before use. Similarly, jeeps, trucks and SUVs already licensed and insured for highway use will be exempt.

Tim Schewe is a retired constable with many years of traffic law enforcement experience. To comment or learn more, please visit drivesmartbc.ca.

Look carefully at your mortgage renewal ■ Mackenzie Gartside YOUR HOME

We see many clients each year who have received mortgage renewal offers with grossly high interest rates, which would cost them thousands of dollars if signed. Banks are in business to make money. While they often offer special

discounts and promotions to new customers, they typically try to charge higher rates on renewal to existing customers. Nice, eh?

That’s why renewal time is a great time to investigate your options and court other lenders. Beyond rates alone, your mortgage renewal is also an opportunity to review your family’s financial goals; you might find that a different mortgage product is better suited to

achieving them. Certainly there are costs associated with the legal work involved in changing lenders. In most cases, however, the new lender will pay those costs on your behalf to do a “straight” switch (i.e. with no significant changes to the mortgage amount or amortization).

Even with a re-finance (where you change the amount borrowed or increase your amortization), there’s at least one

Request for Expressions of Interest (“RFEOI”) The British Columbia Automobile Association (“BCAA”) New Location, Courtenay/Comox Region Colliers International, as the real estate advisor for The British Columbia Automobile Association (BCAA), is requesting information on commercial properties suitable for the operation of a BCAA Auto Service Centre in the Courtenay/Comox area.

The premises is estimated to ideally be between 7,000-11,500 square feet and accommodate a BCAA Automobile Repair Centre, providing service and repair of automobiles (8-10 bays) and a car wash (total of 7,000-8,000 square feet) as well as offices and other related auto club services and purposes to include but not be limited to the sale and service of BCAA memberships, insurance agency and other such business as is usual for a BCAA service location (approx.3,000-3,500 square feet). Sites that can only accommodate the repair centre/car wash and not the admin offices will also be considered.

Facilities may be either existing or build to suit.

Properties with prominent exposure and signage opportunities will be preferred.

Respondents should ensure that their property is zoned for the contemplated uses herein.

This is not a tender process, nor a Request for Proposals (“RFP”), but only an inquiry as to the availability of suitable properties. Colliers International may issue a RFP for this requirement based on information it receives as a result of this advertisement.

This RFEOI does not form an agreement of purchase and sale and shall not be construed as an Offer to Purchase or an Offer to Lease. BCAA is under no obligation to enter into negotiations or contract with any party responding to this RFEOI. Written responses to this RFEOI are required no later than 5:00 p.m., Nanaimo time, May 29th, 2015 to: Jason Winton and Brad Bailey Colliers International (Nan) Unit 105, 335 Wesley Street Nanaimo, BC, Canada Tel: (250) 740-1060 Jason.Winton@colliers.com Brad.Bailey@colliers.com

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option that offers a free appraisal, $500 toward your legal fees and highly competitive rates. This is a great option if you’re looking to consolidate higher interest debt or use your home equity to finance a renovation. So before you blindly sign your mortgage renewal, take the time to think about your needs and to shop

around. Remember, there are a lot of lenders out there willing to woo your business. Take advantage of mortgage renewal time and ensure you’re making the best borrowing decision.

afternoon of June16 at the school.

Books can be dropped off at the school between 8:30

a.m. and 4 p.m. until June 13. Books should be in good condition and be appropriate for children up to 12.

2 EGG ROLLS FOR $ and 2.50 SPRING ROLLS

Mackenzie Gartside is a Mortgage Consultant with Select Mortgage. Find today’s rates online at www.comoxmortgages. com or call 250-331-0800.

699 Aspen Rd. at Guthrie in Comox (250) 339-1955 www.comoxvalleycoop.ca

OPEN HOUSE O P E N H O U S E

FOR PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT AT 1666 COMOX AVE FOR PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT AT 1666 COMOX AVE Provide written comments by June 16th, 2015

1162 Fort Str. 1162 Fort Str. Victoria V8V 3K8 Victoria, V8V 3K8

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The Town of Comox requires that, prior to the submission of an application for a major Th T fC i h i h b i i f li i f j rezoning, the Applicant shall conduct a Community Consultation. The purpose of the rezoning, the Applicant shall conduct a Community Consultation. The purpose of the consultation is to inform the community to identify neighbourhood impacts and to obtain consultation is to inform the community, to identify neighbourhood impacts and to obtain p public feedback of the proposed development. p p p

Berwick Retirement Comox Valley Ltd. proposes an addition to the existing facility at B i kR i C V ll L d ddi i h i i f ili 1700 Comox Ave to be located on the adjacent property shown shaded on the map 1700 Comox Ave, to be located on the adjacent property shown shaded on the map b l below. The proposal is to expand underground parking and common area for residents Th li t d d d ki d f id t on the ground floor and to add 33 new residential units on the ground floor, and to add 33 new residential units.

An Open House to facilitate public review, hosted by Berwick Retirement Comox An Open House to facilitate public review hosted by Berwick Retirement Comox Valley Ltd, is scheduled for: ll y d i h d l d f

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June 2 2015 June 2, 2015

4:00pm – 4:00pm p 7:00pm p At 1700 C At 1700 Comox Avenue A (Berwick i k) More information can be obtained by phone: 250-385-1505, 250 385 1505 or eemail: a : mail@berwickrc.com a @be w c c.co

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Morrison Creek Streamkeepers AGM Morrison Creek Streamkeepers’ 2015 annual general meeting takes place Tuesday, May 26 at the Florence Filberg Centre’s Evergreen Lounge 7-9 p.m. The streamkeepers encourage anyone interested in learning about the creek, volunteering for projects or helping at the board level to come to the AGM. Memberships (to cover volunteer insurance ) are $10, family memberships $15. Morrison Creek Streamkeepers have a website at morrisoncreek.org and email at morrisoncreek@yahoo.ca.

MARS AGM upcoming

Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society (MARS) will hold its AGM at the Big Yellow Merville Hall on Fenwick Rd. just off the old Island

Highway 19A on Saturday, May 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Presentations and reports from the directors, staff and committees will be presented. Refreshments will be served and the opportunity to meet one or two of MARS ambassador birds. Following will be a walking tour of the new MARS property located at 7350 Island Highway N. There is access available from Williams Beach Road.

Do not park on the highway. Carpool if possible from the Merville Hall. Wear good walking shoes and appropriate clothing, as there are no facilities on site. All MARS members and friends of MARS are welcome to attend. Please join us in supporting our efforts to build a new wildlife hospital for the North Island. wingtips.org

whale watch telegraph cove!

The Graceful Giant Humpback Whale

you have to see this for yourself!

WORSHIP COMOX VALLEY WELCOMES YOU TO SERVICES AT:

COMOX UNITED An Affirming Ministry

Comox Avenue at 250 Beach Dr.

Sunday Worship Worship and Sunday and Children & Youth Program 10 am Children & Youth Program Saturday Service at 5 pm (Sept-May) 10:00 am

Rev. Maggie Enwright

Saturday Worship 5:00 pm

Email: cxunited@telus.net

Hearing Assistance

Full Wheelchair Access

October to May www.comoxunitedchurch.com | 250-339-3966

Rev. Maggie Enwright Email: cxunited@telus.net

Full Wheelchair Access

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LUTHERAN Shepherd Of The Valley Lutheran Church (ELCIC)

Comox Recreation 1855 Noel Ave “A place for you: John 14:2

10 am Sunday Worship 250-334-0616

PRESBYTERIAN COMOX VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN 725 Aspen Rd., Comox

Call today to book your tour!

For information and reservations: 1-800-665-3066 or 250-928-3185 email: reservations@stubbs-island.com

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BAHÁ’Í FAITH

THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

SERVICES Sunday 10:30am Minister: Rev. Jenn Geddes

250-339-2882 e-mail:cvpc@shaw.ca comoxvalleypresbyterian.ca

Full Wheelchair Access

LIVING A VISION FOR CHRIST AND COMMUNITY

Meeting in the Stan Hagen Theatre of the North Island College at 10 am Sunday Morning www.centralchurchefc.com Pastor Dave Koleba Associate Pastor Jeremy Boehm

Val 250-338-7727 (office)

It’s a Holy Day – on May 24, Bahá’ís celebrate the declaration of the Báb. ~~~ “All praise be to God Who hath, through the power of Truth, sent down this Book unto His servant, that it may serve as a shining light for all mankind…”

The Báb www.bahaisofcomox.org 250.702.3041 250.702.0574 www.courtenaybahai.org

ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA Comox Valley Parishes Welcome You!

St. John the Divine

St. Peter

Jim Lyster, Rector 218 Church St., Comox • 250-339-2925 SATURDAY

5:40 Express Contemporary Worship SUNDAY

8:00 am & 10:00 am Worship www.stpeterscomox.ca

living hope

real people living real life experiencing real change

Rev. Anthony Divinagracia, Rector 579 - 5th Street, Courtenay

100 Years of Ministry in the Comox Valley

SUNDAY SERVICE

8:30 am and 10:00 am WEDNESDAY SERVICE 10:00 am

250-334-4331

email: patmos@shaw.ca http://stjohnthedivinecourtenay.bc.anglican.ca

RESONATE BAPTIST CHURCH

10am Sundays

“Connecting to God, to One Another”

Mark R. Isfeld School

10:00AM at

Worship Services 1551 Lerwick Road, Courtenay

250.334.9777 livinghope@shaw.ca

www.livinghopeonline.ca

Brooklyn Elementary School 1290 Guthrie Rd., Comox

Everyone Welcome www.resonatechurch.ca

A Wide Range of In-Season Vegetables 10 AM TO 6 PM / 7 DAYS A WEEK

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We Meet Every Sunday at 4:00 (September to June)

250 Beach Drive, Comox (at Comox United Church)

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Comox Valley Community Church

Join us Sunday @ 10:30 am (Childcare provided)

~A Place to Discover Your Life Purpose ~ 1580 Fitzgerald Ave. Courtenay, BC 250-338-8221

We’ve Got Some Space For You! to place your ad here

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6th & Fitzgerald Ave. Courtenay Phone: 250-334-4961 Sunday Service: 10:30am Minister: Rev. Ryan Slifka

2201 Robert Lang Drive

We’ve Got Some Space For You!

TED Talk with JR’s art (May 24)

Sunday Celebration Hosts of “Comox Valley School of Supernatural Ministry”

Full Gospel Christian Fellowship

“Taize Service”

St. George’s United Church

10:30 am

LATE MAY

Thursday, May 23, 5pm

RIVER HEIGHTS CHURCH

OPENING SOON FOR 2015 SEASON

Comox Valley Unitarian Fellowship

“The Church with a heart in the heart of the city.”

www.stgeorgesunited.com

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Marie’s friends and family are Relaying because Marie has cancer.

WHO WILL YOU RELAY FOR?

Join us for Relay For Life 2015 As a survivor it is free to participate in the Survivor Celebration Dinner at 5:30 pm and walk the Victory Lap at 7 pm.

For more information or to register visit relayforlife.ca/comoxvalley or call 250-668-6794.

Comox Valley Relay For Life June 6 – 7, 2015 • 7 pm – 7 am Vanier Track, Comox BC Accept the baton, join a Canadian Cancer Society Relay For Life event!

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ACCIDENT INFORMATION: April 26 Cliffe Ave. Anyone who saw the accident between bike and truck during the Snow to Surf Race, please contact Stephen at wmsprice@gmail.com

AL-ANON/ALATEEN - Concerned about someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drinking?

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Nar-Anon are you affected by someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s use of drugs, we can help. Wed. Group 7:30pm at 280-4th St. Eureka Support Society contact Jack 3343485. Fri. Group 7:30pm, Komokâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Health Centre, 3322 Comox Rd. Call Rene 334-2392.

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks.

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LOST AND FOUND FOUND AT the Royston Rec, USB, cables and batteries.

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Arlene Joan Davis passed away peacefully at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital on Wednesday, May 13th, 2015. She is survived and will be dearly missed by her loving family, sons, daughters, aunts, uncles, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

A celebration of Arleneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life will be held Sunday, May 24th, 1:00PM at the Comox Band Hall.

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Anne Marriott of Black Creek passed away peacefully on May 15 at Casa Loma Seniors Village surrounded by her loving family.

She is survived by her two sons, Alan and Robert and their wives Carol-Anne and Janet, and by her two daughters, Catherine and Janet, as well as by her grandchildren, Davis, Kirsten, Ashley, Laura and Thomas.

Anne was born and brought up in Britain and emigrated to Montreal in 1955 with her husband where she lived a busy and full life â&#x20AC;&#x201C; raising her children, working for Polydor Records and then the Bronfman Foundation, and earning her University degree. When she retired 21 years ago, Anne moved out to Black Creek. She was very content with her life here and never regretted her move. She did what she had always done â&#x20AC;&#x201C; made her house a graceful and lovely place and worked hard creating a beautiful garden. She never stopped her love of learning and kept her mind active taking courses at the Senior College.

She did volunteer work: at the Black Creek Hall, for therapeutic riding, taking her dog into homes to be petted and worked for over ten years at the Comox Valley Nursing Centre. Anne will be sorely missed.

The funeral service for Anne is on Thursday May 21 at St Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church in Comox.

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RTE # 178 Edget, Laketrail Roads

Man, bike,

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY IN PORT HARDY. Newly renovated, fully furnished 3800 sq.ft. turnkey restaurant available immediately for lease.

For further info call 250-949-0556

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS If you want to drink, it is your business, if you want to Stop it is ours. Ph: A.A 250-338-8042 Call Any Time 24/7

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ADULTS & SENIORS WELCOME

Love, your family and friends.

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Comox Valley Record Hours: MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8:30AM-5:00PM 765 MCPHEE AVE. COURTENAY

A48 www.comoxvalleyrecord.com

SALES CLERK wanted. Bring resume attn: Tammy to the Beer & Wine Store @ Whistle Stop between 9-11am.

PERSONAL SERVICES COUNSELLING

Premature Ejaculation?

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

PAINTING

Providing Home & Business Improvement Services: Pressure Washing Chimney Cleaning Yard Work Gutter Cleaning Composting Call 250-650-0533

SENIORS INTERIOR Painting. Semi-retired 30 yrs experience.

Reliable, meticulous workmanship. Seniors pricing.

Ref. Gord 250-650-8065

THINKING OF A NEW IKEA KITCHEN? â&#x20AC;˘ DESIGN â&#x20AC;˘ DELIVERY â&#x20AC;˘ INSTALLATION Since 1990. 250-338-3148

HOME REPAIRS

TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t rely on credit, age or income.

Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CARPENTRY

250-650-1333 SKILLED carpenter. Licensed & certified.

Free estimates, Call Doug www.suncrestholdings.ca

GARDENING

Unemployed? Looking for work?

We can help!

JoJob seach resources

Personal Employment Planning Personal assistance with your job search 250-334-3119.

103â&#x20AC;&#x201C;555 4th St. in Courtenay. www.thejobshop.ca The Employment Program of British Columbia is funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia.

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RONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S RENOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ground to roof, new & repairs. Call Ron at 250-218-2558.

DINING TABLE counter height with built in leaf and eight chairs - $250. Please call 250-890-0725

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

LEGALS

LEGALS

Take notice that Denman Island Residents Association has applied to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), West Coast Region for an Interim License to Lease for a Community Facility situated on Provincial Crown land located at Denman Island.

The Lands File Number that has been established for this application is File 1414342.

Written comments concerning this application should be directed to the Section Head, Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource operations at 1422080 Labieux Rd., Nanaimo, BC V9T 6J9, or emailed to AuthorizingAgency.Nanaimo@gov.bc.ca.

Comments will be received by MFLNRO until June 26, 2015. MFLNRO may not be able to consider comments received after this date.

Please visit our website: http://arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/ index.jsp for more information.

Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public Record. For information, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor at the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oďŹ&#x192;ce in Nanaimo.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Building Inspector (Temporary ČŤ One Year) The City of Courtenay invites written applications for the temporary position of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Building Inspectorâ&#x20AC;? Level 2 or 3. Full time preferred, but part-time will be considered.

For complete details on required qualiČ´cations and application process, please go to www.courtenay.ca/jobs

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Substitute Instructor(s), English Language Program Comox Valley Campus Please go to http://careers.nic.bc.ca for further criteria, required qualiďŹ cations and information on how to apply to posting #100874.

Group Publisher Are you a seasoned Community Newspaper Publisher looking to relocate to the Okanagan?

We are looking for a Group Publisher to manage our South Okanagan markets.

As a seasoned Publisher, you will achieve financial growth by developing and implementing strategic marketing and sales plans to generate new business and achieve the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s business objectives.

You will have at least five yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience in a sales or business development role, and knowledge or experience in a community newspaper publishing environment. Your success in developing and implementing sales strategies is a result of your entrepreneurial spirit, well developed customer service and communication skills, knowledge of the publishing industry, and extensive business connections.

As the largest independent newspaper group with more than 170 titles in print and online, Black Press has operations in British Columbia, Alberta, Washington, Hawaii and Ohio.

Finance Clerk II Accounts Payable Posting #100873

Educational/ Financial Aid Advisor

This is a full-time position with a competitive compensation and benefits package. Qualified applicants should send a resume and covering letter before Friday, May 29th to: Bruce McAuliffe, President Black Press BC South c/o Kelowna Capital News 2495 Enterprise Way, Kelowna, B.C. V1X 7K2 Email: brucem@blackpress.ca

Posting #100875

Comox Valley & Campbell River Campuses HANDYPERSONS

250-898-8887. HOME Repair, Renovation & Maintenance Service. Interior or Exterior.

Call Les for Free Estimate.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

FARM EQUIPMENT

APARTMENT/CONDOS

FOR SALE BY OWNER

FOR SALE BY OWNER

HOUSES FOR SALE

CONDO located across from ocean, seawalk + Rotary Beach. Priced to sell, spacious, 2 BR, 2 BA, 5 app., 1132 sq.ft. 250-923-8772

RANCHER â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3 Bedroom plus large storage, 1.5 Bath, open kitchen / living area. Hardwood Bamboo Flooring new carpets in bedroom, cozy gas fireplace in living room, wood stove in family room, heat pump and Instantaneous hot water tank. Kitchen fully renovated features maple shaker cabinets, granite throughout, gas cook stove, gas BBQ Outlet on covered deck. Both baths fully renovated with jetted jacuzzi tub in main. Situated on .26 acre lot backing onto green belt with lots of boat and RV Parking. 16x20 detached garage wired for welder $330,000 call to view (250)923-0825.

WILLOW POINT 3bdrm 2bath, Backing onto cul-de-sac with ample access. Room for RV/workshop!

Recent updates: flooring, roof, siding, windows, garage, gutters, ceiling paint, attic insulated, perim drain, etc. $244,900. 250-8308544. sa_petite@yahoo.com

1791-16th Avenue. 3 bd, 1 bth. 1021 sq ft. Corner lot.

Large shop. $215,000. Campbell River. 250-203-5222.

Searleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shoes is looking for a dedicated, detail oriented person wanting to work 16-24 hours per week. Must understand customer service and be willing to learn the retail footwear industry.

Those of you up to the challenge please reply to Drawer 4577 c/o Comox Valley Record 765 McPhee Ave. Courtenay by May 28, 2015.

LEGAL

LEGAL

Legal Assistant Swift Datoo Law Corporation in Courtenay is seeking an experienced solicitorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assistant to join our team. Solid ďŹ rm with an excellent reputation. Interesting work, great people, competitive salary, excellent beneďŹ ts.

We welcome resumes from qualiďŹ ed people by email. Please include salary expectations and three references to pallan@tesseractconsulting.ca All applications conďŹ dential.

MEDICAL/DENTAL

4 Diesel Tractors: Massey Ferguson 1080 Tractor Power Steer, 6293 hrs, 4 cyl 318 Cu. In. Good tires, ( No 3 point hitch or loader). Has PTO & draw bar. A good back up tractor. $3,500.

John Deere 2140 Tractor, Loader, Power Steering, 7510 hrs, 82 HP. PTO 74 HP Regular Bucket loader, New left fender, Engine rebuilt, newer front tires. $8,950.

Massey Ferguson 135 Tractor, Loader, Power Steering 2952hrs, Allied Loader, 3 cyl.

Perkins. Both clutches have been replaced. New tires/ Rims. New rear fenders. New Power steering cylinders and hydraulic hoses. $7,500 plus GST. Massey Ferguson 135 Tractor, Loader, Power Steering, 1376hrs, Loader, 3 cyl. Perkins 152. Cu. In. Tires good. $5,900 plus GST. Glen @ 250-792-3929

MEDICAL/DENTAL John Deere F935 Diesel Riding Mower, 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Cut, Front mower deck, 3 cylinder diesel, hydrostatic drive. $2,950. Glen @ 250-792-3929

Dental Assistant

Driftwood and Comox Dental Centres are looking to hire experienced full-time Dental Assistants in our well-established, busy dental offices in Comox. Certification an asset, but not required. Applicants with previous experience accepted.

Top Wages Paid Based On Experience.

Our team offers a positive working environment with training and ongoing learning in a supportive team environment. We have a passion for excellence and we pride ourselves on delivering a â&#x20AC;&#x153;WOWâ&#x20AC;? experience to our patients. Discover the opportunity to join a vibrant team that continues to grow!

FOR SALE BY OWNER

FOR SALE Patio home. 605 Rockland Rd #7 Penny Lane. New Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Campbell River Call-250-287-4462

LOVELY CHARACTER home on 1.5 acre. RM1 zoned. 4 bdrms, 2 full bath, 1,610 sq.ft. detached dbl carport. There is a 16x16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; shop, wired 220. 2 storage sheds. This home is centrally located in Campbell River. Land & home very well maintained. $385,000.

250-286-3947.

WHOLE DUPLEX for sale1280sq ft per side, 3.5 bdrms, 1.5 bath. 9498 McDougall Rd, Port Hardy, BC. $215,000.

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HOUSES FOR SALE

1760 HOLMSTROM Rd. 2 storey, 2300 sq ft, 4 BR, 3 Bth home w/ 500 sq ft 200 amp shop. All of this on a fully fenced, dog-friendly 1/2 acre.

Situated on a dead-end st. off Peterson Rd. $384,500. Call Teresa at 250-830-0875 GREAT FAMILY HOME. (1981) S. Courtenay: Total 10 rooms plus 2 bathrooms, garage, 16x10 workshop, covered balcony, fenced yard. $288,000. Offers considered.

Call Melissa Berrigan Royal LePage at 250-792-0464

902 RAVENHILL RD Fenced for animals with barn, raised garden beds. 3-bdr, 4-bth home on 2 acres near Port McNeill. 2 car gar.; new roof, flooring and lrg master ensuite. 2,400sf + 800sf finished, walk-out bsmt suite. $415,000.

250-949-0528

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FUEL/FIREWOOD COMOX VALLEY FIREWOOD- Custom cut, split, delivered. Well seasoned. Also bin rental. Call (250)703-3473.

COMOX VALLEY FIREWOOD - We have bin w/ 2 - 3 cords unsplit, uncut, delivered to your house $200. Call 250703-3473.

FURNITURE

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12-769 MERECROFT Rd. 1369sqft 2 bdrm patio home. Mntn. view.

Beautiful setting. Bareland strata. In a location that canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be beat. 5 mins. to Merecroft Village. $277,900. 250-2878570 or 250-202-7717. C.R.

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4 USED Remote Control reclining lift chairs. $400-$450 Excellent. cond. Why pay over a $1000 or more for a new one? Feel independent once again! Janette 778-348-0020.

NANAIMO HOUSE FOR SALE BY OWNER with option for rent to own.

Million dollar ocean city view. Call for information 250-753-0160, Nanaimo

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

OPEN HOUSE: Saturday May 23, 10:30am - 1pm. Beautiful 1936 home with 4 beds and 2 bath, fenced garden on large lot in downtown Courtenay.

Potential for suite or business space in finished basement.

780 McPhee Ave, Courtenay 250-334-4433 $359,000

AIRLESS PAINT Sprayer Graco Ultramax II 495, never used $775. Sofa Bed - cream colour in new condition $525.

Please call 250-339-3250 ALL NEW ITEMS: Heavy Black leather size 44 motorcycle jacket, zip pockets & sleeves, side waist adj. and belt $145. Deluxe Sleep Sound Therapy System 142 sounds, alarm radio, good for sleeping and tinnitus masking $115. Bravetti Counter Convection Oven with rotisserie $100. Last two items still in boxes. Call (250)898-8475.

FUTON CUSHION 6â&#x20AC;? deep, custom made wood double wide - $400. Bedroom suite dbl bed, 5 drawer high boy, 6 drawer dresser with mirror $500. Small computer desk $60. Sears Free Spirit teardmill - $250. All items O.B.O. Call 250-339-4826.

HOT TUB Excellent running condition. $1000. 250-2878305. Campbell River.

WHEELCHAIR like new asking $375.00 all in good condition. Phone 250-334-9804

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GARAGE SALES

GARAGE SALES

3689 JAMES Cres. (Black Creek) Lots of electronics, home decor, antique sewing machine, clothes, kitchenware and big ticket items include: treadmill, poker table, huge rock coffee table & asst. smaller pieces of furn. Sat. May 23, Sun. May 24, 9am-2pm

COMOX - 1856 Preston Road.

Sat., May 23 and 24 8am 6pm. Large garage sale.

COURTENAY - 4714 Muir Rd. Valley Vista Estates. Sat. May 23rd 9:00 -1:00. Look for the balloons.

ANGEL ESTATE SALES:

Liquidation Warehouse Open 10am - 4 pm Daily â&#x20AC;&#x153;Make your own Dealâ&#x20AC;?

1824 Alberni Hwy, Coombs

ANGEL ESTATE SALES:

PORT HARDY: Well maintained 6-plex. Great investment $385,000. Call Noreen 250-949-6319 or email to: imagine.it@cablerocket.com

May 22, 23 & 24 Fri, Sat & Sun 10:am - 3: pm #18 - 4991 Bella Vista Cres.

Nanaimo B.C. BLACK CREEK Annual Neighbourhood Garage sale.

Sat, May 23, 9-2pm. Martin Park Dr. (7 kms up Macaulay).

Rain or shine. See you there!

RANCHER. 3 bdrm + office. 2 bth. 19yrs. young. Area w/ newer homes. Great mtn view.

Handy to airport, schools, college, Merecroft Mall, pool/rink.

Fenced yrd w/ 2 sheds & deck.

Single garage.+ work area. $279,000. Please call 250830-0011. Campbell River

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COMOX - 1275 Guthrie Rd. Sat. 8:00am-12:30pm. Multi Unit Garage Sale. Items at Bargins Prices! Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this! Please park on street.

COMOX: 1666 Ascot Ave., Saturday, May 23rd from 9am to ? Two family moving sale; Furniture, household items, collectables, good quality clothing, utility trailer, aquarium, toys for boys and much more!

COMOX - 1782 Yew Court Sat., May 23 8:30 - 12:30.

Moving Sale. Bar fridge, patio set, household items, never been used items.

COMOX - 516 Salish St. 8-2 Sat., May 23. Household items, clothing books.

COMOX: 572 Highland Rd., Saturday, May 23rd and Sunday, May 24th from 9am to 2pm. Household items, tools, RV accessories, something for everyone. Rain or shine!

COMOX AIR Force MuseumSat, May 23, 9am to 2pm. Corner of Ryan and Military Way. Household goods, garden tools, furniture, miscellaneous items.

COURTENAY - 1078 Urquhart Ave. Sat May 23- Sun May 24 8am -2pm. Queen Anne couch/chair. Coffee & end tables. Maple round table w/4chairs. Single bed, Kenwood stereo. TV, VHS player, household items.

COURTENAY- 1400 Malahat Dr, Sat, May 23, 7:30-12:00.

Kitchen, bedding, material, flat stones, plants, miscellaneous hard ware, Ryobi attachments, student desk and much more.

Courtenay - 1624 Sussex Dr. Saturday May 23. 8-2pm.

Household items, garden, shed & lawn stuff, pictures/prints, books, movies, printers, etc.

COURTENAY - 240 Carmanah Drive 8-11am Jewellery, kids skates, sports equipment, Mix of ladies clothing teen to adult, Stampinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Up items. Plus more!

COURTENAY - 35936 Headquarters, Saturday, May 23rd 9-3pm. Multi-family Yard Sale.

Road, Tools, collectables, boats, bulldozer, household, furniture, baking and BBQ. CUMBERLAND ESTATE Sale. Sat. May 23, 10am-3pm.

2561 Dunsmuir Ave.

COURTENAY EAST - Block Garage Sale. Zeballos Drive.

Sat. 8-2. Lots of good stuff and something for everyone!

Courtenay Flea Market EVERY SUNDAY Puntledge Road past bottle depot No booking required.

Space $15 Vendors set up 8am-2pm Call Greg 250-334-1540 COURTENAY- Lot 63 1901 Ryan Rd. Falcon Trailer Park.

Saturday only May 23. 8-2pm No early birds. First Time Giant Garage & Moving Sale.

Everything must go! Tools, new/used tires, camping/household items, items, lamps, linens, dishes, pressure cooker, kitchen utensils, books and novelties.

FANNY BAY: 7758 Island Hwy South (at the Cabin on the property), Saturday, May 23rd and Sunday, May 24th from 9am-3pm. An assortment of antiques, furniture, tools, farm equipment, household items and tons of books.

MOVING Sale. 45 Hawkins Rd Comox. Sat. May 23, 8 - 3pm, Sun. May 24, 8 - 12noon NEIGHOURHOOD GARAGE Sale- Garvin Rd, Union Bay, Sunday, May 24, 9am-3pm.

OYSTER RIVER - 4539 Island Hwy S. Wed. to Sat. 8:00 4:00pm. Large variety tools, collectables etc.

SARATOGA BEACH 8829 Driftwood Rd. Fri. 4pm-9pm, May 22. Sat/Sun. May 23, 24.

9am-3pm. Extremely Large Sale. Incredible deals. Tools.

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RENTALS

RENTALS

REAL ESTATE

APARTMENT/CONDO

APARTMENT/CONDO

HOUSES FOR SALE

Do you care about where you live? Do high standards of maintenance, service and cleanliness matter to you? Do you prefer quiet, mature neighbours? If yes, please give us a call and discover how the quality of ownership and management makes all the difference. We have the best managed, finest apartments in the most convenient locations in the Comox Valley. Locally owned, we own and manage our own buildings. THERE IS A DIFFERENCE! Please refer to available apartments listed below.

TELEPHONE 250-703-2264 | 250-338-0267 | 250-339-1222

BRANDYWINE 675 Cumberland Rd. TWO BEDROOM CORNER SUITE recently renovated. Unique, attractive and modern suite in a quiet, mature adult building just two blocks from downtown. Nice patio garden area. Five appliances.

In suite storage. Call David @ 250-338-0267 or John @ 250-703-2264.

GLENSHEE 1800 Comox Ave. TWO BEDROOM a very bright, spacious and unique suite. Rarely available. Quiet, mature adult building in the centre of Comox. Recently renovated and very attractive. Security entry and elevator. No pets. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING

SUITES, LOWER

CARS

CARS

ABBEYFIELD HOUSE offers affordable, supportive seniors accommodation in a home-like setting. All meals provided.

Call 250-338-7136 for tour.

RYAN COURT- newly renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d 1bdrm, in-suite W/D, patio, close to amenities. 8x5 storage locker right outside your door. NP/NS, 1 year lease, refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. $700/mo+ hydro Delanee 1(587)986-0739.

2004 CHEVROLET Cavalier, good condition, sun roof, new brakes, only 126,000km, yellow- Reduced; $2,550 obo.

Call (250)923-5069.

2011 CHEVY Impala. 4 dr.

80,000km. Great condition. $10,300. Campbell River. Call 778-420-5070.

TRANSPORTATION

OPEN HOUSE 280 Anne Rd. in Campbell River 1350sqft updated 3bdrm, 2bth rancher on .25 acre close to town! New kitchen, bathrooms, roof, windows & more!

Saturdays 10am-1pm and Mon.-Fri. from 9:30-3pm. $279,900. 250-7024228. For more photos & info go to:

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MOTORCYCLES

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MOBILE HOMES & PARKS 12x60 2 BDRM mobile in Sayward Trailer Park. 55+. Low pad rent. Elec. base board & wood heat. 8x20 covered deck. $20,000. 250-282-3656

RENTALS HOMES FOR RENT

ONE BEDROOM Spacious suite with private deck.

Central Comox location. Recent renovation. Quiet, well maintained mature adult building in central Comox. Resident social room. Security entry. Very attractive suite. No pets. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.

TWO BEDROOM over 1,000 sq. ft. Attractive, well maintained building with mature, adult tenants. Large designer kitchen. Three blocks from downtown. In suite storage. Five full sized appliances. Call David @ 250-338-0267 or John @ 250-703-2264.

RENTALS

TOWNHOUSES

TRADEWINDS 1600 Comox Ave.

VILLA MONTECITO 1331 England Ave.

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250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca

CUMBERLAND RANCHER 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 6 appls, fully fenced yard w/deck & patio, double car garage, N/S, well trained med. dog or indoor cat neg. w/refs, Avail. July 1 - $1,700/mth

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals

2 ROOFTOP Cargo boxes.

Thule and Yakima. $220 each or best offer. Campbell River.

778-420-5070

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UNIQUE DUPLEX IN EAST CTNY 2 bdrm & den, 1.5 baths, 5 appls, 2 decks, N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed $1,100/mth MAPLEWOOD MANOR 1 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, W/D hookups, balcony, res. pkg., â&#x20AC;&#x153;Adult Orientedâ&#x20AC;?, N/S, No pets, Avail. June 1 $625/mth TRUMPETERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LANDINGâ&#x20AC;?

2 bdrm, 2 bath, 6 appls, 2 balconies, undergr. secured res. pkg., storage locker, ocean view, N/S, No pets, Avail. July 1 - $1,200/mth TRUMPETER RIDGE 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, 5 appls, gas F/P, patio, garage, end unit, N/S, No pets, Avail. July 1 $925/mth SOUTHVIEW MANOR 1 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, hot water incld., balcony, one pkg spot, unit was recently renovated, N/S, No pets, Avail. June 1 $700/mth

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KAWASAKI 1700 Voyager (2013), abs/cruise control. 6 speed trans.

Like new.

9,000km. 3 yr. bumper to bumper warranty, asking $14,500 obo. 250-203-2719 2004 VIBE, 103,000 km., well maintained, good rubber.

Asking $5,500. Call 250-2866472 after 7 pm. Daily

SURGE GUARD 30 Amp. RV power monitor. $200. 250-9231492. Campbell River.

CARS 1995 Handi-Dart Bus Ford Econo, 5.8L, auto, propane, 7 passenger, 295,000km, new parts, must be seen, $3500 obo. Ph: 250-923-2481

2004 VW TOUAREG. Loaded w/options.

198,000kms.

A quality crossover w/many features. Needs nothing. Fresh synthetic oil change. c/w factory roof rack & hatch cover. $8500. Glen @ 250-792-3929.

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KIA SPORTAGE; Beautiful metallic blue 2009, fully maintained, and I just did the Kia 3 service! New tires, struts, belt, only 99,000Km! Must sell soon, fully loaded, asking $11,500 with bumper to bumper warranty, $10,500 without.

Call Mike in Comox at 250941-8816.

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2005 FORD RANGER. 4x2 Supercab. 3L, V6 Automatic, A/C, 95000 km $6500. 250339-3819

2000 MUSTANG Convertible, mint cond. $5300.

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2008 BUICK Enclave. Automatice w/ 66,000Kms. New tires. Good condition. Campell River. 250-287-9987 2001 NEON R/T 160000 KM brand new front end good winter tires new Kenwood sound system recent diagnostic preformed 5 speed $3100 obo rickles@shaw.ca

2012 MAZDA-3.

Only 26,000km, clean, one owner, trans. warranty, lots of extras.

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2006 JEEP Commander 4.7L / 4X4 / V8 / Mechanically in excellent cond. 7 seats. No accidents. Smooth, quiet, & fast, 235hp. Regular maintenance, new roters, wheels, brakes, battery & , transmission, tires 75%, transfer-no issues.

Everything automatic, bluetooth, rear and tire sensors, alarm, trailer hitch, no leaks, clean interior. Everything works inside. 158,000. $10,500. 778-348-0020

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Sorry no pets. Security deposit and 2 rental reference required.

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Fresh water sink. $6,500 obo.

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