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Over the course of the summer, Coastal Community raised funds by indulging in seasonal favorites enjoyed so often that time of the year, bakes sales and barbecues.

Coastal Community became involved after one of the staff needed YANA for their child. Impressed with the support provided to her Coastal Community Credit Union presented a cheque for $4,145.08 to YANA Board Vice President Kelly Rusk colleague, Jessiah Lagarde initiated fundraising efforts for YANA out at the conclusion of its summer long Charity of Choice fundraising campaign.

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“YANA is so grateful for the ongoing support of the Coastal Community Credit Union as well as other local businesses and donors in the Comox Valley,” expressed Kelly Rusk, YANA Board Vice President.

“Our community cares about its people and this is an excellent example of that.”

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Council gets Canadian Tire on target Only one comment was received and it concerned the relocation of seven trees to the landscape set-

Canadian Tire corporate theme, to add an outdoor covered garden centre at the front of the building, and conversion of existing floor space to a 10-bay auto service centre at the rear.

One of the variances is for the outdoor garden centre which will extend toward Cliffe Ave. In doing so, there will be a loss of around 90 parking spaces and the access road from 29th Street will have to be re-aligned.

As well, the applicant sought a variance to the city sign bylaw to allow a signage of 64.8 square metres on the entrance elevation, which is 34.8 square meters larger than

BY MICHAEL BRIONES Echo Staff Courtenay council has given the green light for Canadian Tire to proceed with its plan to set up shop at the now vacant former Target building located at the Driftwood Mall on Cliffe Avenue.

The Canadian-based retailer, which currently is located at Old Island Highway, had applied for a Development Permit with variances.

Council welcomed Canadian Tire’s plans to move to Driftwood Mall and unanimously approved its application.

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Logs spill on road after truck loses control Nobody injured in horrific accident that held up traffic for hours

BY MICHAEL BRIONES Echo staff Dozen of logs and debris from the concrete median barrier were scattered all over Highway 19 near Black Creek on Tuesday afternoon.

It was a horrific accident that could have been a lot worse. But fortunately and miraculously, nobody got hurt.

A logging truck toppled its load on the major artery, blocking the road from both directions for several hours, about four

kilometres north of the Mount Washington turnoff.

Witnesses had indicated a tire on the fully-loaded logging truck which was travelling northbound, may have blown out and caused it to smash into the centre lane barrier.

They saw logs flying into the opposing lane of the road hitting a truck with a fifth wheel. Debris from the concrete centre barrier littered the streets.

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what they encountered.

“It looks like to me a tire maybe exploded on the truck and it dived into

the barrier and the logs came flying out through the air,” said Anders Treiberg, who was travelling

with his wife from Cortes Island. “I just slammed the brakes right away. If we had been 200 feet further ahead, the logs would have come through the cab. It was the worse thing I had experienced.”

The logs caused extensive damage to Treiberg’s vehicle, which he said was no longer drivable. They were just starting their holiday.

Crews from the Courtenay Fire Department and Oyster Fire Department said this was the most carnage they’ve seen on the highway without any injury.

“We were lucky all the way around,” said Dennis Henderson, Courtenay Fire Department deputy chief. “If you look at the devastation us here, we are very fortunate everybody basically walked away.”

Investigators were at the scene piecing together what happened. Traffic was held up but the highway was re-opened at around 5 in the afternoon.

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Council fails to decide on Willemar bike lane option

Staff directed to develop policy options on cycling infrastructure plans

BY MICHAEL BRIONES Echo Staff

Courtenay staff provided council with three possible options for a cycling infrastructure to be added to the Willemar Avenue Road Reconstruction Project.

None of them, however, made an impression on council.

Staff recommended council endorse the option that features vehicle travel lanes, dedicated painted bike lanes, a single parking lane, concrete curb and gutter, grassed boulevards, and 1.5 metre sidewalks at the property line.

But council felt it wasn’t good enough and voted against it. Only council-

lors Erik Eriksson and Bob Wells voted in favour.

Some members of council wanted specifically a designated bike lane that is separated from the vehicle travel lane.

They do not want the shared vehicle and bike lane concept.

Director of engineering and public works Lesley Hatch said staff has spent an extra 10 hours of work to develop conceptual options for a cycling infrastructure for Willemar and prepare a report, which is now over and above the original work plans for the project, which is primarily aimed at replacing the aging water mains underground.

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Their evaluation determined that Willemar Avenue is not an ideal candidate for a separated bike lane based on national guidelines and other concerns.

“It was not recommended by staff because of several factors including safety,” said Hatch. “There’s a number of driveways along the route.”

Staff consulted other jurisdictions on how they classify bike infrastructure. Based on the criteria set in other cities, like Vancouver and Victoria, Willemar would not have been a favourable choice for a separated bike lane.

Councillor Doug Hillian indicated in order to increase the levels of cycling participation, which is recommended in the Official Community Plan and Climate Change targets, significant changes have to be made in the city’s transportation infrastructure.

“That’s going to mean some in-

vestment,” said Hillian. “So it strikes me when we have an opportunity to redesign a major connector road like Willemar, that we should in fact consider the possibility of making that investment and providing that safer option for people.”

Hillian wanted to know what it will cost taxpayers and is the population prepared to pay for it.

City CAO David Allen said this issue over one road has become a broader topic of discussion because it involves existing policies that are combined with identified engineering issues and also cultural changes.

Allen requested to council that a policy be established for cycling infrastructure that would benefit staff and avoid lengthy debates and discussions.

Hatch said a lot of the work on this project has been stalled, as well as other city strategic priorities, because of uncertainties over the level of service council wants to provide.

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goals overall but I would really appreciate council’s direction on a policy perspective and if that means you want to tell staff to go out and do that policy at a certain timeframe or what have you, that’s your purview,” said Hatch. “But that is a tremendous asset in helping us move forward. And again this project was meant to help us replace the watermain and develop locations for the sidewalk. That was the real driver for the project.”

Hatch said they are at the point where they may have to proceed with replacing the old water pipes because “we can’t wait anymore.”

However, the project will have to be started next year because it’s already too late in the year.

Hillian put forward a motion that council passed, requesting “staff develop policy options regarding cycling infrastructure and network plans for the city that will inform decisions on future projects including Willemar Avenue.”

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Clearing up doubts about crosswalks In reply to “Please learn the laws about crosswalks” I would like to offer this quote from the Motor Vehicle Act to clear any doubt about using crosswalks.

Section 179 of the Act specifically quotes in subsection 1 that “the driver of a vehicle must yield the right of way to a pedestrian where traffic control signals are not in place or not in operation when the pedestrian is crossing the highway in a crosswalk and the pedestrian is on the half of the highway on which the vehicle is travelling, or is approaching so closely from the other half of the highway that he or she is in danger.”

Please note that as soon as a pedestrian has left that portion of road that is being occupied by the vehicle, the vehicle may proceed as long as another pedestrian is not approaching that half of the roadway occupied by the vehicle.

Also, subsection 2 requires that “a pedestrian must not leave a curb or other place of safety and walk or run into the path of a vehicle that is so close it is impracticable for the driver to yield the right of way.”

Section 180 quotes that “When a pedestrian is crossing a highway at a point not in a crosswalk,

the pedestrian must yield the right of way to a vehicle.”

Thank you for bringing this to the public’s attention. If pedestrians, cyclists and vehicle drivers were all a little more caring and courteous all of our roads would be much safer for the people that use them Bob Weicker Courtenay

AFFORDABLE HOUSING The question on Affordable housing/Homeless funding will be put forward to some voters in the Comox Valley, in a referendum at a cost of $50,000.

There is no guarantees it will pass, after years of debate and lack of clarity on the many issues.

Homelessness is a complex issue , but there is another optin to address the Affordable Housing issue, which all CVRD Directors and Municipal Councillors could support.

Rather than create another tax and service, the Affordable Housing initiative could be funded by the CVRD Planning budget which has about $1 million in funding , in excess of salaries and benefits.

“Affordable Housing” could readily be an another function, like “house numbering”. The Planning Department has competent,

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professional staff to oversee the Affordable Housing function and they already have the cash in the budget to make real things happen, by redirecting $1 million/ year from administration into affordable housing.

The CVRD administration already have the support services in place, paid for. There would be no additional cost - just a big shift in priorities.

All it would take is a motion from one CVRD director to make this change happen.

There would be unanimous support by CVRD directors.

Unanimous support from all local governments and residents. No referendum required.

Real change. Change in priorities, without new taxes - new taxes that land on low income people the most.

Phil Harrison Comox, Area B

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I notice that Finnish Prime Minister Joha Sipila has given up his personal residence to house Syrian refugees.

I also notice that Jordan, with a population of 6 million, has taken on 1.5 million Syrian refugees.

That is like Canada taking on something like 8 million refugees.

I remember when Canada, my country, took on

tens of thousands of the so-called Boat People and offered them a second (and oft times last) chance.

I wonder what the benevolent, humanitarian and democratically elected leadership of my country will be able to come up with?

Glen Countryman Comox

VOTING FOR SOMETHING When I was in high school my very wise Law teacher advised us on our responsibility when we would go out to vote. He said we would need to decide the criteria for selecting for whom we would vote. Would it be for the candidate that * was the best in our riding, * had the best leader, * belonged to the party that was most in line with our principles?

Well, the best candidate would be one that can represent the wishes of our community. It is the one who goes to the people and finds out what it is like to be a small business, live on a reserve, be a senior who is unable to find the services needed, be someone who supplies these or other services, live on the street. It is one that will do her homework, familiarizing herself with the issue at hand rather than doing as she is told by the party. It is the one who will stand up

in parliament and calmly, but pointedly, make his position known and fight for what he believes is best for his riding. It is the one who works for all the people of Canada and works to protect Canada for today and the future.

The best leader is the one who always does her homework before making a decision. It is the one that does not believe in smear campaigns, but would rather state for what he stands. It is the one who uses reasonnot rhetoric.

The best party is the one that puts the health of our nation before the greed of some corporations and individuals. It is the one that is not bound by political donations made by self interest groups such as corporations or unions. It is the one that does not does not whip their MPs but allows them to use their intelligence and integrity to make the best decision for Canada.

This election I plan to vote for something-not against something. And I will be voting in a way that positively addresses the three things my Law teacher suggested I consider.

Ricarda Van Orden Black Creek

NOT VOTING FOR HARPER Nothing the Harper Conservatives have done in their term in office has had

a negative impact on me personally.

However, I will not be voting Conservative. These are my top 5 reasons: 1. I want a government that reflects Canadian values. Our government’s lack of action on the plight of middle eastern refuges is disgraceful.

2. “Fair” Elections Act. Disenfranchising 100,000’s of voters is anything but fair.

3. Changing the old age security from 65 to 67. My children and their spouses will all lose $13,500 as a result of this change. I will be voting to support them.

4. Tax free investment accounts. Allowing a yearly investment in a tax free investment account of $10,000 per year could save a person, able to invest $10,000 per year, $90,000 in taxes over 25 years ( Based on a 6% return and a 30% marginal tax rate).

This policy will only benefit the well off. I want tax policies that are fairer to everyone.

5. Drug and crime policies. I believe that spending tax dollars on youth programs, drug treatment centers and subsidized housing would go a lot farther in reducing crime than building more prisons to accommodate longer prison sentences.

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I WOULD OFFER A BEEF to the Conservative Party supporters who somehow think that their party has a monopoly on reasonable, rational, articulate political discussion. May I respectfully remind these people of the recent outburst of a Tory supporter at a Harper event who described a female reporter as “a lying piece of s--t” for asking questions of Mr. Harper? May I respectfully suggest that this type of partisan selective amnesia is a symptom of a larger personality disorder? The comment about “my cellar needs a few more bottles” suggests a degree of hubris that boarders on a narcissistic personality.

HAVING HAD A NICE SUPPER at the White Spot on Friday, Aug. 14 I asked for my bill. The waitress said “a nice couple has paid for your supper.” Words can’t express what a wonderful feeling that was - that someone would do that for ME. Thank you and I will pay it forward.

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NOTHING BUT BOUQUETS of appreciation to Dr. Kimberley, Dr. Richardson, and the many other doctors, nurses and technicians at the Mammography Department and O.R., most whose names I don’t re-

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BEEF TO THE PERSON who called the 17th bridge antiHarper protesters childish. It is called democracy and thank god Harper has not taken that away yet. I salute them and everyone who stands for what Canada used to be and wants to restore it. You may vote for who you choose but am hoping for a new beginning come election night. Think of what you want Canada to be before you vote.

A BOWLFUL of Christmas baubles to the organizer of the Fanny Bay Christmas Craft fair who has (finally) brought new and fresh ideas to the annual fair. After years and years of seeing the same vendors selling the same products it has been wonderful in the past couple of years to see new people of all ages getting a chance to share what they create. I don’t imagine there are any rules saying that vendors have the right to have a table after year after year.

Why not let other people have a chance? I love going to craft fairs so know that many of the vendors in the Fanny Bay sale also sell in the fairs at Union Bay and Cumberland. There are lots of fairs around, I don’t think vendors need to be at every one. The public loves thank you all enough. God to buy different things bless you all. they’ve never seen before.

I for one am all for seeing BEEF to all the drivers new vendors. I’ll see you at on the inland island high- the fair(s)! way who ignore the speed limit which is 120km/hr. I BOUQUETS to the majortravel on this road between ity of Comox Council who Nanaimo and Courtenay voted against participattwice a week. Weather ing in the $50,000 CVRD permitting I set my cruise referendum to raise taxes control at 120km/hr. I rare- for the homeless. Also no ly pass anyone, but vehi- support from Denman cles continuously pass me, and Hornby islands.This some fly by like I”m not is a complex issue, but it is even moving. I can count clear that all would agree

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I’ve experienced the past few years. What an idiotic society we’re becoming. I would’ve put this letter in the “letter to the editor” section of this paper with my name attached to it BUT ... the sky is falling.

A BIG BEEF to the CVRD. How come 3 communities of this size who use the recreation facilities, and not one pool open on weekends. Your main pool closes for longer every year, now 5 weeks, and the Vanier pool can’t open on weekends or holidays.

Give me a break. Look at the weather the last few weekends. Kids, grandkids, visitors come to town and you can’t even take them for a swim. When you say anything they tell you to use the river. Pretty sad.

A MESSAGE to the letter writer who has asked the public to boycott a local winery because it hosted the local conservative party meeting. If you’re asking for public support it probably would help your cause if you penned a follow-up letter adding the local cafe on Fifth Street which seems to regularly provide a venue for local NDP gatherings to your boycott list so that we can be assured that your motivation is not just a politically biased ploy.

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ROUGH ROAD AHEAD - 5th St along Cliffe Ave to Condensory Bridge is like broken dreams, painful potholes and fragmented patches, on the bumpy road of life. A note to the gentleman and woman who were riding their bikes in the crosswalk while crossing 17th Street on Sept 4th around 12:30 PM. I yelled out my window for you to get off your bikes and walk if you were going to use the crosswalk and you both yelled back I was wrong while adding some sort of comment belittling my understanding of the rules of the road. As I see you may not have the ability to successfully pass a road test I will help you with the following point: If you ride your bike on a road, you have the same rights and duties as a driver of a car and with that you must not ride your bike on a crosswalk for the purpose of crossing a road. It’s simple. Get off your bike and walk if you want to use a crosswalk. Oh yes ... for the pickup truck in the opposite lane who stopped for these yahoos: A person while riding a bike has the same rights and duties as a car therefore you do not stop for them at an intersection, they are required wait till it is safe to enter the intersection. Please read up on this subject as you put yourself at risk of creating an accident.

A BIG BOUQUET to the person who left a note on my car door about a nail in my tire in St Joseph’s Hospital parking lot on August 27. By knowing in advance and having the spare put on it saved me from finding my car with a flat tire the next morning after a stressful night. Blessings.

A LONG OVERDUE BOUQUET of gratitude and thanks to Thrifty foods downtown.

The man at the meat counter who knows the meaning of “kindness”. The floral dept. who always helps me make a bouquet to take to Powell River. The bakery dept. who knows what treat I am looking for. The deli dept. who has a slightly naughty gal in it. You all make my day.

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eygram (a wire transfer) to the U.S., don’t do it. These guys are not with Revenue Canada. They will be aggressive, telling you exactly what to do, and will want to stay on the phone with you until the transaction is complete. They are threatening, saying they will send the police, and may seem to have information about you.

They don’t give up easily and might call again-- especially if they think you believe them. They will try and get as much money from you as they can and will want you to have the moneygram payable to a person rather than to Revenue Canada. Once it’s paid for, a moneygram takes only minutes to reach it’s destination and be picked up. So, if you get a phone call like

If you are are a victim, Your lawyer will shine.

ICBC will pay the bill, Minister Stone won’t worry, but most of us will.

A BOUQUET to Premier Clark who has appointed a Minister of Education who is credible and puts students first. A positive start for the school year and hopefully many, many more!

THIS IS NEITHER a beef or bouquet. It’s a warning about the most recent Revenue Canada scam. If someone phones you and tells you to send money through mon-

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Last weekend after fishing, I loaded my boat in Coal Harbour, and parked my wallet conveniently on the gunwale as I secured the boat onto the trailer.

That wallet rode safely the 17 bumpy and curving kilometers to the junction of Highway 19, the turnoff to Port Hardy, before it fell off the boat. Apparently the contents spilled spectacularly, credit cards, licenses, money bills, loyalty cards, old receipts, and coin, all over the road.

Blissfully unaware of my loss and in deep philosophical conversation with my fishing partner, Marco, we continued on our way home. Luckily for me, Michelle Carsen and Dierdre Fischer of Carson’s Roofing, had stopped to pick

THIS WEEK’S WINNER, DRAWN AT RANDOM FROM SUBMISSIONS RECEIVED UP TO TUESDAY, IS: Ed and Denise Hendricks, of Courtenay Winner of two classic cheese baskets from Dairy Queen Winners, you may pick up your prize certificates at the front desk of the Echo, 407-D Fifth Street, during regular business hours. Thanks to everyone for the great submissions- keep ‘em coming!

up the wallet and gather up the contents. Using our business card, they phoned my brother--this was probably the only use our business card had ever been put to-who phoned my wife, who phoned Marco, who missed the call. Michelle began a hot pursuit, catching up to us near Port McNeill, and passed us with Dierdre waving the wallet out the passenger window. How gratifying it is to realize there are people out there with integrity and kindness. Our society is in good hands with young people like Michelle and Dierdre. Thanks again, ladies, and kudos to you.

BOUQUETS TO ST. JOE’S. Having recently spent a few days in St Joe’s after prostate surgery, I have to give credit to the staff for the amazing care I received. You are working in a challenging environment with the facility looking quite tired and a few of the patients that are quite abusive, which in itself, is hard to believe! The staff must surely be looking forward to the new hospital.

Thank you also to my anesthetist, Dr. Richardson, for phoning me at home a few days later to check in with me. Thanks also to North Island Urology for your efficient and professional services. I salute you. Given our small community we are very fortunate to be able to access the care we do receive.

WITHIN MY LIFETIME, Courtenay has gone from a small

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It’s not intended to hurt people or make unsubstantiated and libelous comments.

Names won’t be published with the beefs and bouquets; however, we do need your full name, mailing address and telephone number for verification purposes.

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farming community to a chaotic mass of stalling vehicles. So much traffic is really unnecessary; how many people are using their cars when they could walk or bike? I have lived here for 10 years and never driven. It is very possible. However with this much traffic it is not the pleasant experience it could be. Please and thank you to those who try.

A LIFETIME of potholes and deep mud puddles to my neighbour who feels that the stage 3 water restriction only applies to the rest of common citizens but certainly not him. We all know how much you love your black Honda SUV but washing it after dark is going a bit much to stomach. And did you really think no one would notice the water running down the street and the fact that the pavement around the car

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Just because this is a seniors environment, not all go to bed when the sun sets.

OUR NEW HOSPITAL is well underway, Finally - we all say!

Although many may disagree, Seems it had to be a P3.

BC is deep in debt, Something our grandchildren won’t soon forget.

But why could not the third “P”, Be investors from BC? What remains to seen, Will New York investors keep the hospitals clean?

What about user fees?

Will it be the New York investors we have to please?

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Cyclists pick their pleasure at 2015 Farm Cycle Tour

What do water buffalo yogurt, wine, bison jerky, and spirits all have in common? They are the products behind some of the 22+ food and beverage operations and growers that are opening their doors and farm gates to cyclists this September 26, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, during the 4th annual Comox Valley Farm Cycle Tour.

The event provides cy-

clists with unique behind the scenes access to some of the region’s most progressive, diverse and innovative operations.

The list of on-site experiences is extensive including witnessing cows being milked at Lloydshaven Holsteins, meeting one of the region’s only water buffalo herds at McClintocks Farm, or learning about the production

processes of Canada’s only honey-based spirit producers at Wayward Distillation House.

Other participating businesses include 40 Knots Estate Winery, Anderton Nursery, Beaufort Estate Winery, Blue Moon Farm, Winery and Ciderworx, Clever Crow Farm, Coastal Black Estate Winey, Courtenay Country Market, Forbidden

Brewing Co., Gladstone Brewing Co., Grassi Point Farm, Gunter Bros Meat Co., Innisfree Farm and Botanic Garden, Island Bison, Kehler Vegetable Company, New Spout Farm, Outback Nursery, Seaview Game Farm, Shelter Point Distillery, Just Like Moms Bakery, and Tree Island Gourmet Yogurt. The rides originates from the Comox

You’re Invited: Learn about local fish and wildlife projects

You’re invited to the Fish & Wildlife Compensation Program’s (FWCP) open house in Courtenay on Wednesday, September 16th to learn more about local conservation projects funded by FWCP. The FWCP’s regional manager and local Board, including new member, Comox Valley resident Jack Minard, will be on hand to talk about projects funded by the FWCP in the valley, how you can apply for a fish and wildlife grant, and answer any questions that you may have

about the FWCP. Location: Best Western, 1590 Cliffe Avenue Time: 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Minard has recently joined the FWCP’s Coastal Region Board and brings his years of experience with the Tsolum River Restoration Society and the Comox Valley Land Trust.

The Board is responsible for approving all FWCP fish and wildlife projects. In 2015, the Board approved 41 projects for a total invest-

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Wishing all students a safe and successful year at school as they head back to the classroom this week!

Please drop by and meet the Fish & Wildlife Compensation Program Board Members and Program Manager. Learn more about our work to conserve and enhance fish and wildlife across our Coastal Region.

Date: Wednesday, September 16th Location: Best Western, 1590 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay Time: 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.

For more information, email trevor.oussoren@bchydro.com or call 250-755-7152 The Fish & Wildlife Compensation Program is a partnership between BC Hydro, the Province of B.C., Fisheries and Oceans Canada, First Nations, and Public Stakeholders, to conserve and enhance fish and wildlife impacted by BC Hydro dams.

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way and not have to worry about weighing down their bikes.

Comox Valley Economic Development and Tourism, with the support of the Comox Valley Farmers Market and the Comox Valley Cycling Coalition, supported the development of the event 4 years ago as a way to highlight some of the regions cycling features, drive awareness to the diverse food and beverage producers, while giving visitors another participatory event to support visitation to the area.

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Locally, the FWCP is supporting projects aimed at salmon, habitat restoration, land conservation and species-at-risk.

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Valley Exhibition Grounds during the Saturday Comox Valley Farmers Market.

New for 2015, registered cyclists can build their own routes, and customize not only the distance, but the mix of operations they wish to experience.

Families can choose from farms and businesses within a particular cluster to make the distances more friendly for younger riders, while more serious cyclists can create significant tours through the regions stunning country road network.

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COMMUNITY INFORMATION SESSION Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2015, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Stan Hagen Theatre, Komoux Hall (K104) North Island College, 2300 Ryan Road, Courtenay, BC island health The North Island Hospitals Project (NIHP) is hosting a community information session to provide an update on the new, 153-bed Comox Valley Hospital slated for completion in late 2017.

The meeting will start with a presentation, followed by a question-and-answer session related to the procurement, design and construction of the new facilities.

The NIHP team and representatives from selected proponent Tandem Health Partners will be on hand to answer questions and gather input. For more information visit the NIHP website at: nihp.viha.ca

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A Comox Valley educator receives a unique centennial recognition

BY MARY LEE Echo Staff

Justin Trudeau is one of them. So is Rick Hansen as is one of Canada’s finest poets, Jane Munro.

And joining the ranks of some highly prestigious leaders and innovators in education is a Comox Valley school principal, Jeff Stewart.

Stewart, principal of North Island Distance Education School (NIDES), is being recognized for his achievements in education alongside 99 other outstanding and diverse University of British Columbia (UBC) Education alumni.

The UBC’s Faculty of Education made the Education100 announcement September 2 to open ‘The Year of Alumni’ (YOA), an initiative created in conjunction with UBC’s Centennial. The 100 alumni recognition is unique for the centennial year in that in the past the Faculty has given recognition to just one educator a year at a

Jeff Stewart sports a hoodie of his alma mater hoodie at the orth Island Distance Education School (NIDES) on the day he received notification that he was selected for their Education100 list. Since becoming NIDES, students attending the former Tsolum School experience many diverse and innovative ways to learn that Stewart and his team of teacher and administrators instituted into their education program. time.

Having received his Master of Arts in Educational Studies in1994, Stewart is part of an elite group.

“With over 50,000 edu-

cation alumni throughout the world, we have many outstanding individuals who make significant contributions in a wide variety of areas, expressed Dr. Blye Frank. “As dean of

Town of Comox remains committed on its chosen path to address homelessness

BY MARY LEE Echo Staff The Town of Comox is out. In a Town Council meeting held Wednesday, September 2, councillors discussed a motion to participate in the Regional Homelessness Service.

The motion was defeated four votes to three.

Instead council will stay the course in what they previously decided upon, contribute to homelessness by a direct contract.

Their decision should not be construed as non-participatory. During discussions all shared a united front on the need to commit funds directly to the Comox Valley Coalition to End Homelessness, just not in the same unified fashion as the other participating municipalities.

Barbara Price, Council Member, is a big proponent of Comox Valley Regional District services, remarking it’s a system where all pay into it equitably.

Attempting unsuccessfully to sway the vote in favor of her motion, she still recognizes that regardless of the outcome, the “spirit to participate” has not changed. “Comox is committed. It has just chosen to work with the coalition as an individual municipality.”

By operating as an individual entity the contributed funds will essentially flow direct to the coalition under a contractual arrangement rather than funneling through the Comox Valley Regional District who will act as a fund collector rather than a service provider.

Initially, councillors were reluctant when presented the idea of a service because the plan was not very clear nor how the funds would be split between the service provider and fees to administer the service.

The Homelessness Coalition presented Comox council with a detailed presentation in August for a five-year plan to address homelessness.

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the Faculty of Education at UBC, I am delighted we are able to recognize and celebrate 100 of those alum.”

Stewart is undoubtedly an engaged leader having already earned recognition for his innovation in education. He championed the creation of three new programs at NIDES: I-Class, the Fine Arts eCademy (FAE) and the Engineering Technology and Robotics (ENTER) program.

ENTER received the Innovative Blended and Online Learning Practice Award from iNACOL, the International Association for K-12 Online Learning in 2014.

Even with these notable awards, a testament to Stewart’s level of dedication and innovation in education, this recent announcement came as a complete surprise. His nomination was submitted by the people who know him best, who interact with him on a daily basis, the Parent Advisory

Council (PAC).

“Jeff ’s strength is finding out what kids are excited about and teaching to that spark. He structures education around the spark,” shared Nick Ward, PAC Treasurer.

“We, as parents, believe in this core idea of leadingedge education.”

With the new curriculum coming online this term for Grades K-9 in the school district and throughout the province, Stewart is experiencing a different kind of recognition on a quieter, more personal level.

“Hands on learning makes what we have been doing here [NIDES] suddenly official,” comments Stewart who has been advocating for an education system that is sensitive to the diverse ways in which students learn, and with school practices that promote inclusiveness. “Personalization. Its about reaching inside a student and pulling out that which is best and finding their sense of self-worth.”

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ICF, Courtenay Rotary to conduct repairs on train station heritage building

BY MICHAEL BRIONES Echo Staff The Island Corridor Foundation will perform some rehabilitation work on the Courtenay Train Station building.

With the help of the Courtenay Rotary Club, the ICF has received approval from Courtenay council to go ahead with its proposal for a phased rehabilitation project on the heritage building located on 899 Cumberland Road.

Under Bylaw No. 2456, alterations to the building require council’s support as well as the endorsement of Parks Canada, which is currently evaluating the project for final approval.

According to a report produced by Tectonica, a Nanaimo-based company hired by ICF, the building has had minimal mainte-

The Courtenay train station dates back just over 100 years nance in the last 20 years except for the new roof

that was installed in 2013.

It is in good condition with

no rotting or settlement in the main structure. But

along the northern facade of the building, the condition is poor and requires major repair.

The project has been divided into two phases with the first stage focusing more on the exterior and the second on interior renovation.

Phase One will entail isolated replacement of shingles and trim where rot is discovered; surface preparation and painting of the entire exterior; replacement of two sliding baggage doors on the track side (west) of the building to improve access and exiting from the future multi-purpose assembly space; replacement of the existing windows with double glazed wood windows to improve energy efficiency and reduce maintenance of the building into to the future; demolition of the current platform on the eastern side of the building; and construction of a new heavy timber platform around the entire.

As well, general maintenance work will be performed. That includes replacement of the two sliding doors into the baggage area to improve functionality and weather protection for the interior of the building; replacement of the existing exte-

rior windows with double glazed wood windows to improve energy efficiency while mimicking the original look and feel of the original windows; and reconstruction of a heavy timber platform around the station to reinstate the feel of the original wood platform and increase the pedestrian connection with the building.

In its review of the application, Courtenay staff concluded the proposed project phase 1 is consistent with the Standards and Guidelines for the Conservation of Historic Places in Canada.

While the ICF sought approval of phase 1, it also requested council to consider the concept for phase 2, subject to future submission of the final design. Scopes of work include natural gas service, installation of a vapour barrier and new plywood wall finishes on the exterior walls; installation of new electrical panels; and emergency and exit lighting throughout.

The Courtenay Rotary Club has contributed over $40,000 for the rehabilitation plan as well as long-term support in development of Courtenay’s extensive public walkways and trails along the railway.

Comox sticks to its guns on homeless funding (Continued from page 11) The new information had council split almost down the middle, but in the interest of maintaining control over spending, choosing not to opt in won out.

“Council as a whole decided the way we are doing this is better. This way we have more control of where the money goes,” explained Arnott. “We can always opt in later.”

The Town of Comox as been at the forefront of collecting money for affordable housing. It was addressed in the November 2014 elections when a nonbinding referendum posed the question to Valley residents whether they supported a service fee. A resounding 71% agreed to the idea of paying between $5 and $10 on annual property taxes.

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Money proposed for use for the homelessness effort is collected through taxes.

An additional reserve fund for affordable housing, which is collected from contributions made by building developers and from property taxes, can be redirected to support the homelessness effort.

Town of Comox Council must first propose redirecting such funds that currently are limited to projects inside the municipal boundaries. Once redirected they can be used to support the Homelessness Coalition wherever needed within the Valley.

“Homelessness knows no boundaries,” summarized Price.

“Affordable housing is a social problem not a Comox, Courtenay, Cumberland or Regional District problem,” shared Arnott echoing those sentiments.

“We saw this as a need a long time ago.”

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Bates Beach Farm music series, Sunwest RV help Wounded Warriors

Bates Beach Farm Music Series and Sunwest RV teamed up for an $800 donation to “Wounded Warriors Canada” in support of Veterans and serving Canadian Forces members suffering from

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As veterinarians, the most common behavioral problem in cats we face is inappropriate urination.

Many frustrated owners come to us in desperation because their cats are urinating in their homes. The stress this situation places on cat owners can lead to the cats being turned outside, given away, surrendered to the SPCA or even euthanized.

Urinating outside the litter box is not always a behavioral problem. It can be the cat’s way of telling its owner he is feeling unwell. There may be an underlying medical condition such as bladder stones or crystals, infection or feline lower urinary tract disease. All of which can cause your cat pain during urination. Pain your cat now associates with its litter box. These conditions often involve straining to urinate, genital licking, or bloody urine in conjunction with urinating in unusual places. It is very important not to assume that the inappropriate urination is behavioral. Get your vets help to rule out an underlying cause first.

Behavioral marking can fall into different categories. In some cases it may be territorial. If your veterinarian suspects that the behavior is territorial, there are several options available to curb the problem. If your cat has not been neutered, this will be recommended. Odor eliminators should be used in the marked areas. Feliway spray, a spray consisting of feline pheromones, sprayed onto the area can be successful and can also be purchased as a diffuser to spread the pheromones throughout the room.

Territorial marking is often triggered by stress.

Determining the cause of stress on your cat and doing your best to minimize this is very important.

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Another common reason cats may refuse to use a litter box is that the box is simply not acceptable to them. This is called litter box aversion and can stem from a variety of issues such as the box is too little, too dirty or they do not like the litter. Sometime moving the litter box to a quieter area of the home can help. It is very important to scoop and clean the litter box daily. Many cats also do not like confined, covered litter boxes. Older cats with arthritis may need a shallower box that allows them to get in and out of it painlessly.

Cats with this type of inappropriate urination often need to be re-trained to use the litter box. Additional boxes should be provided in a different location in

the house. If all else fails, the cat should be confined to a large crate with a litter box provided until he or she has proven that he will use the box and the gradually allowed into a larger area.

Inappropriate urination is a very frustrating condition to diagnose and resolve in cats. It is important to differentiate behavioral versus medical causes so it can be addressed accordingly. Once the underlying cause is determined, there are lots of options to get your cat back on track. Talk to your veterinarian for help in re-establishing your loving relationship with your pet and to get your cat back to the fastidious level of cleanliness cats are known for.

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Courtenay staff has looked into residents’ concerns about speeding on a section of Idiens Way between Lerwick Road to city boundary.

In late June residents had asked the city for traffic calming to be implemented in the area because of excessive traffic speeds.

Staff conducted a traffic count and speed review on Idiens Way. The review determined 85 per cent of traffic along this road, which has a speed limit of 50 kph, travels at or under 52.6 kph.

According to city’s Director of Engineering and Public Works, Lesley Hatch, typically if the 85 percentile speed is 10 kph above the speed limit, they would consider it unsafe.

“The speeds on this road were within acceptable tolerances with a few outliers,” said Hatch, who added they brought the information to the Comox Valley RCMP as well, which also investigated vehicle speeds in the area in conjunction with the local Speed Watch program.

“They came up with similar conclusions,” said Hatch. “They were comfortable with the speeds on the road.”

There is an area on Idiens Way that has a playground and staff reviewed the situation as well. Transportation Association of Canada considers the establishment of traffic designations for playground areas or playground zones where there is a possibility of children entering the roadway.

Idiens Way is adjacent to the Idiens Park and is identified as a playground area.That being the case, staff will put up playground signage but there will be no reduction in speeds posted as per TAC installation criteria.

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The ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Saturday for the new home of the HMCS Alberni museu in the Comox Centgre Mall, above. On the right, members of Comox Legion raise the Red Ensign at the town cenotaph to mark Merchant Navy veterans day last week.

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A ribbon cutting event marked the official opening of the new location across the hallway. The Alberni Project Society (TAPS), who manages HAMM, and volunteers worked steadily throughout August preparing the floor space into a larger footprint that will eventually accommodate future exhibits.

Special guests June Gillrie, Pearl Thomson, Frank Grant, Cathy Johns, and Navy Cadet Gavin Graves representing Canadians who fought in the First and Second World War, the Canadian Merchant Navy, the Royal Canadian Navy, and the families and crew of HMCS Alberni respectively shared in cutting the ribbon.

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The Geidts are leaving Union Bay. The next chapter in their very rich lives will be set in Victoria. For Union Bay their departure marks the end of an era.

Raised in Union Bay, Janette Glover-Geidt held the keys to its history and was its devoted ambassador.

With Doug always at her side encouraging and assisting, it was Janette’s energy and dedication that led to the formation of the Union Bay Historical Society.

She was the driving force behind the purchase and restoration of the Union Bay Post Office, now a designated Heritage Building and the restoration of the old Gaol House, now a Museum.

Janette has recently retired after serving as President of the Union Bay Historical Society for 25 years.

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the years, she organized numerous teas, popular History and Humour shows, Pub Nights, Remembrance Day shows, garden parties, garage sales, tours and lectures all over the Valley. No small accomplishment considering that Janette wrote and directed all the shows, led the tours and gave the lectures!

Two more achievements are of particular note. Janette’s book ‘The Friendly Port’ is a publication teeming with information about the people and events taking place in Union Bay from its early days as a coal shipping port to the book’s publication in 1960.

With the aid of volunteers she also set up and catalogued an extensive collection of historical artifacts, a rich resource for the Museum displays.

In 2009 Janette received a well deserved Community Service Award in a ceremony at Government House in Victoria.

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Janette Glover-Geidt and husband Doug are leaving Union Bay. A special show in their honour is planned for Oct. 2

educator and for his contribution to the arts.

He served on the board of the Union Bay Improvement District for eleven years, three of those years as its President, and was Chair of the Union Bay Community Club from 1963 to 1967.

He taught at Tsolum school from 1957 to 1962 and was Principal of Union Bay School from 1962 to 1967 before moving to North Vancouver, returning to Union Bay after retirement.

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COMOX LEGION • Meat draws every Friday, 3 p.m. Open to all Legion members and signed in guests. Friday is still drop in darts night 7.30 pm toe line, $2.25 per person.

12 SATURDAY BLACK CREEK FALL FAIR • Black Creek’s biggest event of the year, the Black Creek Fall Fair, happens Saturday September 12 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at 2001 Black Creek Rd. Entry is by donation and there’s something for everyone: Pancake breakfast, live music all day with Jenn Forsland, Anela Kahiamoe, and Larry Ayre; artisans, food vendors, friendly competitions, a huge silent auction, and the ever-expanding Kids Carnival. Details at www. blackcreek-cc.com 34TH ANNUAL WESTERLY FIELD HOCKEY TOURNAMENT • September 12-13, G.P. Vanier Turf Field. 6 Pacific Northwest Teams. Spectators Welcome!

MOUNT WASHINGTON SKI CLUB BOTTLE DRIVE - Saturday, Sept. 12, 8 am-2 pm.

Please help us start our 35th year off in style! Ski Club Athletes will be canvassing neighbourhoods throughout Courtenay and Comox collecting bottles to raise funds for coaching, travel and overall club operations. Please leave your bottles and cans curbside with a note for us as early at 8am this Saturday morning September 12th. Thank you to all for your support - let it snow!

COMOX VALLEY FARMERS MARKET • 9-12 every Saturday at the Headquarters Road fair grounds, Courtenay. Come for the freshness, stay for the fun! FMI: Mkt. Mgr. Vickey 250.218-0321 or or www.comoxvalleyfarmersmarket.com & keep in touch on Facebook.

COURTENAY LEGION • Meat draws every Saturday 2-5 p.m. in the lounge. Dancing to Gord Kruger and friends.

COMOX LEGION • Meat draws are held every Saturday 3 p.m. plus Ace of Spades

EVERGREEN CLUB WHIST • Grab your friends and your neighbours and try something new. Mark your calendar Monday September 14th. Whist starts at 7:30pm. 20 hands of play, door prizes, snacks and good fun! New players welcome. Come early to sign up. $2.00 per person, members only.

CRIBBAGE • Every Monday night, 7:00, at the Royston Hall, corner of Old Island Highway and Royston Road. No need to bring a partner. FMI: 250-3341883.

LADIES AUXILIARY DROP-IN BINGO • Comox Legion Ladies Auxiliary Drop-in Bingo, upper hall. Doors open 6 pm, bingo 7 p.m.

All money goes to charities. Free coffee and tea.

15 TUESDAY COURTENAY LITTLE THEATRE ‘MORE THAN A MEETING’ • Tues Sept. 15th 7 PM. Courtenay Little Theatre (1625 McPhee Ave., Courtenay) presents More than a Meeting featuring a scene from “Kiss the Moon, Kiss the Sunâ€?.

Open to all community members.

NORTH MYELOMA SUPPORT GROUP • North Island Myeloma Support Group is having its monthly meeting on September 15, in the dining room at the Best Western Westerly Hotel, 1590 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay. Come for lunch at 12:15 (optional, buy your own lunch), meeting starts at 1:30.

Keep up to date on the latest info on myeloma and enjoy socializing with others affected by the disease. Please contact Mary at: everymountain@ shaw.ca or 250-339-6743 if you plan to attend or for more info.

SHIFTY SAILORS CONCERT IN COMOX • September 15th - 7pm - Comox United Church - 250 Beach Drive, Comox. Benefit for: You Are Not Alone (YANA). Admission by donation.

386 KOMOX AIR CADET SQUADRON • Is holding a new Cadet information night at the 888 Wing building (across from Glacier Gardens arena) 7PM on Tuesday, September 15. All new cadets and parents are invited to attend the evening to learn about the cadet program & how you can volunteer and support the squadron. Yearly registration fee is only $100. Activities offered to the cadets are Gliding, Outdoor Survival, First Aid Team, Band, Drill, Range, Biathalon, Team Work & camaraderie. For more information please contact Captian Cristel Davidsen 250-870-7446 or email 386sqd@gmail. com

COMOX VALLEY WOOD CARVERS • If you are interested in any type of wood carving please join us at the Royston Community Hall every Tuesday from 9:30 AM to 3 PM for a day of carving and learning about carving. No experience necessary. FMI call Al at 250-3310156 or Jim at 250-339-5350.

16 WEDNESDAY ROYAL CANADIAN NAVAL ASSOCIATION • Holds its Monthly Meetings at 1:00 P.M. in the Upper hall of the Comox Legion on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. September meeting will be held on the 16th. Guests are more than welcome.

COPD (CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE) SUPPORT GROUP • Meets Wednesday September 16th at 1:30 at the Comox Valley Nursing Centre, 615 Tenth St. in Courtenay.

The group is drop-in. Anyone interested in learning about COPD and self-management

strategies is welcome. Contact Michele Caley RN at 250 331-8502 for more information.

HEART SUPPORT GROUP • Comox Valley Chapter Monthly Meeting September 16, 7PM, Comox Recreation Centre, 1855 Noel Ave. Our group is a support group for anyone who has had a heart procedure, is about to undergo a heart procedure and their spouses.

There is no charge for our meetings & all are welcome. For more information, please call: (250) 339-5349.

FREE MEDITATION CLASSES • Free classes will be held every Wednesday from 6 to 7 pm at the Courtenay Libray, 300 6th Street, in Courtenay. Simple and effective techniques of Sahaja Yoga Meditation will allow you to master stress, improve your health, face yourself, and achieve balance in every aspect of life. Ancient knowledge and practices are adapted to modern day needs for people of all ages and walks of life. For more information call us at (250) 954 5040 or visit our websites at www.freemeditation.ca or www. unescocenterforpeace.org/partners/

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PLAY BRIDGE • Every Wednesday at 7:00 pm at the Royston Hall, 3902 Old Island Hwy and Royston Road. FMI: 250-334-1883 or roystonhall.com and on Facebook at Royston Community Club

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SOUP AND SANDWICH LUNCH • Thursday, September 17th, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m, Upper Legion Hall, Comox Avenue. Full Lunch $8.00 Individual Entrees $3.00. Endless tea & coffee. Come & enjoy a homemade lunch & dessert with family and friends. Sponsored by Comox Legion Ladies Auxiliary. Open to the public.

THERAPEUTIC RELAXATION PROGRAM FOR PERSONS WITH CANCER IN THEIR LIVES • Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., Nursing Centre, 615 10th St., Courtenay. Free. Sponsored by BC Cancer Foundation, BC Cancer Agency, Pacific Therapy and Consulting. FMI: Diane Davies 250-3382700.

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Hilger joined the practice in July upon taking ownership with Palkiewicz who has been with the clinic more than three years.

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New owners, but same great service at Shamrock vet clinic

Joan Gillies founded Shamrock Veterinary Clinic in 1995 and has shared in its ownership with Saskia Vandenbosch since 2005. Both were adamant the same philosophy of care continue.

“I wouldn’t sell if it wasn’t going to carry on with the same excellence in health care,” commented Gillies who will continue providing her exceptional services to clientele.

New clinic owners Drs. Pawel Palkiewicz and Judith Hilger.

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New owners Kiwanis Fall Juntique coming up Sept. 18-19 (Continued from page 27)

Jitters, nail-biting and solemn faces are sure signs school is back in for another year and parents are feeling both anxious and joyful over the return of the routine. A young student starting Grade 1 at École Robb Road Elementary peers sought the protective arms of his mother at the mob of children piling through the school’s front doors on Tuesday.

Pet owners valley-wide have relied upon and trusted the loving care and treatment that the doctors and staff have delivered for the past 20 years. Shamrock will continue to offer pet care services in surgery, dentistry, microchipping, radiology, ultrasound, and laboratory work.

And pets need not come to the clinic for treatment.

Shamrock is now licensed for home care.

But there are other creatures than just domesticated canines and felines to benefit from their exceptional services. A Boa Constrictor named Norman recently received a routine check-up at the clinic. And, in early August a seal pup found abandoned in Fanny Bay was brought in after a concerned citizen contacted authorities reporting that she had observed this lonely seal on the shore for several days.

Shamrock is open Monday through Saturday and available on call after hours at 250-339-2026.

They can also be reached at www.shamrockvetclinic.ca

Kiwanis Fall Jantique will run on Friday, September 18th from 6.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. and Saturday, September 19th from 8.00 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. at St. George’s United Church in Courtenay.

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See a ‘teaser’ from CLT’s new fall production at Tuesday meeting The Comox Valley’s award-winning community theatre group, Courtenay Little Theatre (CLT), is kicking off its 2015-16 season with “Kiss the Moon, Kiss the Sun” by Norm Foster, opening at the Sid Williams Theatre October 2nd - 9th.

A “teaser” scene from this endearingly touching drama will be featured at CLT’s first General Meeting Tuesday, Sept. 15th at 7 PM at the club’s Space, 1625 McPhee Ave (off the parking lot).

Members of the community are welcome to attend.

Coffee and tea will be available at 7 pm, a short business meeting will follow at 7:15 pm and then the floor will be turned over to director Kirstin Humpherys and her cast for a sneak preview of the fall show.

CLT is launching its 55th season with a new addition to its ticket package lineup.

The popular season’s discount package, which gives access to all three CLT 2015- 16 shows, will be on sale until October 9th and will allow patrons to see all three shows in the 2015-16 season for $45.

A new option this season is the Flex Pass, which will be available for purchase until April 16th 2016.

For the price of 5 tickets, patrons will receive 6 vouchers that may be used for any combination of shows in the 2015-16 season.

CLT’s production of “Kiss the Moon, Kiss the Sun” Oct. 2nd to 9th, will be followed by the Christmas musical, “It’s a Wonderful Life” December 28th to Jan. 3rd, and Shakespeare’s “The Tempest” April 8th - 16th.

The 55th season kicks off with a Season Opening Gala at the Sid Williams Theatre 6:30 pm October 2nd.

Come and join us for some pre-show nibbles and the music of the Luke Blu Guthrie Band before the show starts at 7:30 pm.

For more information on CLT, visit our website at www.courtenaylittletheatre.com --Submitted by Val Macdonald, CLT

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My Teeth Ache Even When They’re Gone Dear Doctors - My family has had lousy luck with teeth. Almost everyone in the family was in full dentures by age 30. I was the hold-out, and finally had mine yanked at 41 year of age. How come they still bother me, even if the dentures are out?

Answer - Pain after tooth extraction is common,

CLT’s 2015-16 season kicks off Oct. 2nd - 9th with Norm Foster’s “Kiss the Moon, Kiss the Sun”, directed by Kirstin Humpherys (centre) and featuring (L to R) Connor Berkmann, Alyssa Bell, Rhonda Sproule, (back) Jon Faris and Jim McQuillan. Photo credit: Terry Penney

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but usually short-lived. There may have been significant trauma on removal, and this can cause discomfort for days or even weeks afterwards.

Your dentist usually prescribes some pain medications to deal with that. You may have a dry socket that doesn't close immediately, and this can cause a dull ache that can easily last a week. To be safe, take your first pain med just as the freezing is wearing off. We request that you not use a drinking straw for several days, as it can pull blood clots out and encourage additional bleeding. Most pain killers also require some food in your system to avoid stomach problems, so please eat prior. Your pain may be moderate to severe, and your prescription will reflect that. Ibuprofen is commonly used for mild pain, and for moderate or severe pain stronger pain meds may be prescribed.

These may cause drowsiness, so if your dentist tells you not to drive after a procedure please listen. Pharmaceutical drugs can be just as powerful and dangerous as too much alcohol.

If your teeth were extracted months ago, there is a possibility that there are still some broken off root tips remaining in your jawbone. Also, depending on the technique employed by the extraction dentist you may have bone loss and bone damage.

We are careful with extractions that are to be followed by dental implant placement to use what is termed atraumatic extraction procedures to minimize damage. It makes it much harder to restore a site if the original teeth have been yanked out without regard to bone preservation. Imagine a car or sports accident with trauma from a severe blow to the teeth. This plays the same kind of havoc with tooth roots that a 'less than gentle' extraction may emulate. It requires a slightly different technique, but from a healing perspective it just makes sense. We discover fewer instances where root tips remain to cause patients future grief. If it have just been a few days since your teeth were out, give it a little more time - take the pain meds you were prescribed and things should improve. If it has been a while since the teeth were out, go back to your dentist so that they can make sure there isn't something else needing attention.

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Comox Military Wives Choir seeks new members

Do you like to sing? The Canadian Military Wives Choir (CMWC) Comox, will be hosting a Season Start-up Night Thursday, September 17, 2015 at St Micheal’s and All Angels Chapel on Military Row at 5:30 pm. Coming off of a very successful first season the choir recently sang for a crowd of nearly 15,000 people at the Comox Air Show and are encouraging interested female singers to come and see what the Military Choir movement is all about.

Founded in January of this year, the choir originated when President

Brenda Dunne connected with Musical Director Wendy Nixon Stothert, discussing their mutual interest in spreading the Military Wives Choir movement to the choralrich Comox Valley.

Says president Brenda Dunne, “The CMWC Comox worked very hard last season and are hoping to grow in numbers and repertoire over the fall months.” Starting with only ten members, the choir had expanded to fifteen, but lost a few members to the summer posting season. “We are a very mobile group, but that’s part of the draw of

The local Military Wives Choir performed at this year’s air show last month the choir,” says Dunne, “we understand the fluid nature of the military lifestyle, and welcome new members with open arms.”

Canadian Military Wives Choirs are all female choirs, which aim to support military women through vocal music and camaraderie.

Members

are closely associated with the military, either by marriage or by occupation, and there is a strong emphasis on friendship and fun. Military Wives

Choirs originated in the UK, and there are now more than eighty choirs worldwide. CMWC Comox is the second Canadian choir to form, but plans are in place for several other new choirs across the country.

“They are small but they are mighty,” says Musical Director Wendy Nixon Stothert. “The members laugh, they sing, they learn vocal technique and have a great time together.”

The choir will also be hosting a booth and also performing at this year’s 19 Wing Rexpo on September 12th. Interested members can come out and sign up at the booth or join the choir for their Season Start-up from 5:30pm to 7:00pm on the 17th.

For more information, or to have the choir sing at your event, contact choir president, Brenda Dunne, at canadianmwc.comox@ gmail.com.

Smooth jazz sounds at Simms Park this Sunday night This Sunday, September 13 at 7 pm, Simms Park will feature a free performance of Ralph Barrat and the Sharp Seven with a special tribute to the songs of both Frank Sinatra and Duke Ellington.

This concert was originally planned for August 30, but was rescheduled due to weather. This will be the last performance of a successful Simms Summer Concert 2015 season.

“We were really looking forward to giving this performance at the end of August, but Mother Nature had other plans for us” says Ralph Barrat.

“We hope the jazz fans in the Comox Valley will come out on September 13 and enjoy the show.”

Take a seat as the band transports you to the golden era of Jazz as the band recognizes and honours the amazing songs and career of Frank Sinatra.

Enjoy songs such as “Lady is a Tramp”, “Take the A-Train” and “Fly Me to the Moon”, just to name a few.

This dynamic seven-piece combo includes Ralph Barrat on vocals with a three piece horn section including Jake Masri (trumpet), Jeff Agopsowicz (trombone), and Rachel Fuller (alto). The band also includes Grahame Edwards (bass), Michael Eddy (keyboard) and Neil Clark (drums).

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‘Fall Proof’ balance and mobility training classes for 55+ start next week Are you 55+ and want to improve balance, strength and walking ability? If so sign up for Fall Proof Balance & Mobility Training at Courtenay Recreation.

FallProof is a nationally recognized program that challenges an individual’s capability through centre of gravity control, sensory reception, postural control strategies and gait training enhanced with upper and lower body strength, flexibility and endurance work.

The goal of this program is to promote functional independence by improving or modifying risk factors contributing to heightened fall risk in the older adult.

Exercises are matched to ability and are done sitting, standing and walking.

Pre-program assessments determine the right exercise with an end of term review to track progress.

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Niall Harvey returns with a quartet Thursday night

Those cyclists in spandex are grandmothers

If you want to see some fit and hardy grandmothers who are cycling from Campbell River to Victoria, come out for their lunch break at Riverside Park in Courtenay at 11:30 on Sept. 11.

Plan to greet, meet, cheer and donate to the cyclists while being inspired by their courage, tenacity and perseverance.

The women are taking part in the ninth annual three-day marathon cycling fundraiser to support African grandmothers who are dedicated to conquering the devastating effects of AIDS in Africa.

The cycling fundraiser

is truly an Islands-wide grandmother event.

Sponsored by the Victoria Grandmothers for Africa, all eight Island grandmother groups along the 275 km route help and support the tour by providing meals, snacks and enthusiastic cheers and congratulations as the riders make their way south.

The Glacier Grannies, well known in the Comox Valley, support the cyclists by welcoming, encouraging and serving them lunch as they pass through on their way to Qualicum Beach where their first day ends.

In addition, most years some of the cyclists also come from this area. This

year Maxine Bowen, a Glacier Grann,y and Sue Taylor, a member of the Merville Grand Mothers, are among the riders.

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All participants are 55 or older and usually average about 65 years of age. Composed mainly of grandmothers in their

retirement years, in eight years the cyclists have raised a total of $436,000.

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Thursday Night Jazz at The Avalanche continues on Sept 17th with four great young musicians who have broken out of our local scene to pursue their careers down island and in the lower mainland.

We’re really happy to present Harvey Paris Quartet.

Local jazz aficionados know that the name “Harvey” is synonymous with Georgia Straight Jazz Society; Dave and Charlotte Harvey (now working abroad) were among the original founding group which incorporated the Jazz Society a decade ago. Niall Harvey, son, has now refined his style of jazz to the degree that he now performs in his own name, with a considerable following in BC. This is his homecoming performance.

If you love jazz and dig hip hop, you’re going to revel in the sounds of The Harvey Paris quartet as they blend their musical genre by combining the two styles into a distinctive neo soul fusion.

The band plays with inspired influences from Robert Glasper, Esperanza Spalding, The Roots, Eryka Badu, Amy Winehouse and the late, great J Dilla.

The Harvey Paris quartet delivers a musical vibe like no other by mixing the sound of Fender Rhodes (Harvey Paris) with pocket drums (Jesse McNeil) and bass (BP Jay) to create a soul foundation for melodic vocals in Niall’s smooth style.

The group is rounded out by (Leo nominated) tenor saxophonist and composer Eli Bennett.

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CELEBRATION OF LIFE FOR ED YOUNG (July 14, 1931 to October 18, 2014)

Ed is survived by his wife Ellie, sons Gary, Kevin, Greg and families.

We would like to invite you to the Celebration of Life for Ed on Saturday September 12, 2015

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December 30, 1929 - August 31, 2015 Mum has left us but will never leave our hearts. It is with great sadness and love that we announce the peaceful passing of Jean Rose Novak at her home in Glacier View Lodge on August 31, 2015.Jean was born in Blackwater, United Kingdom on December 30, 1929, the 2nd daughter of Sidney and Ethel Copping, and is predeceased by her sister Edith.

As a young woman in post-war Britain, Jean met the love of her life John Novak and they were married in 1949 at Camberley, Surrey. The couple had six children including Andrew (Adrianne), Rosemary , Karen , Carl (Barbie), Linda (Cyril) and Dave (Janita), and have eleven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren that all miss grandmum dearly.

In 1957, Jean and John emigrated to Canada arriving in Montreal on the SS Carinthia. Soon after they departed by rail for Edmonton for the ďŹ rst of several military postings which also included Portage la Prairie Manitoba, Val-d’Or Quebec and Comox BC. The family took full advantage of each posting to enjoy what the various regions of Canada could offer, and we have many good memories of camping the provinces together.

Mum would fearlessly take charge and have the old station wagon loaded up with six kids, a canvas wall tent, some provisions and away we would go! She was an absolutely amazing baker and cook, and would prepare delicious meals from scratch whether at home or at a campsite.

The roast beef dinners she prepared at home were legendary, however she could also turn out a meal on a Coleman stove that would surprise and delight us all.

Jean enjoyed gardening, knitting, reading and trout ďŹ shing. On several ocassions she caught more ďŹ sh than the rest of us combined. She loved animals, RV adventures throughout Canada and the States, the occasional trip to a casino (always a winner!), her children and spoiling her many grandchildren (who affectionately called her “Candy-Grammaâ€? as she always had treats at hand).

Mum will be sorely missed by her loving husband John, all of the family and her two dogs Chip n Chester, but her memory will always live on in our hearts until we meet again.

Our family chain is broken now, And nothing will be the same, But as God calls us one by one, The chain will link again.

Our family would like to extend our heartfelt thanks and gratitude to Dr Eva Hemmerich and to the wonderful staff at Glacier View Lodge who provided loving care to Mum in the later stage of her life.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday, September 11th at St. Peter’s Anglican Church, 218 Church Street, Comox, BC. and a reception will follow thereafter. In lieu of owers, donations may be made to the S.P.C.A. in the name of Jean and her love of animals.

LORENZ – Anne We are saddened to announce the passing of Anne Lorenz on September 5th, 2015 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Comox, BC. Anne was predeceased by her husband Len H. Lorenz, son Gary J. Lorenz and Terri Lorenz; grandson David K. Lorenz, brothers John Hank, Pete Banman, sisters Kay Lewis, Betty Heiman and granddaughter Lisa Brednow. She is survived by son Keith (Dyanna) Lorenz of Port McNeill, BC, daughter Sherry (Eric) Youngash of Calgary, AB; grandchildren Tammy Coburn, Shawn Lorenz, Tyson Youngash, Tina Derrick, Chad Musfelt and Jake Lorenz; great-grandchildren Tyler, Dylan, Evan, Faith, Michael, Steven; great-great-grandchildren Kameron and Nickolas, sister Freda (Ed) Schroeder of Niagara Falls, ON and many nieces and nephews.

Anne served in the Ladies Auxiliary in Port McNeill, BC and her passions in life were her love of her family, fishing, gardening, playing cards and games. She will be dearly missed by lifelong friends and neighbours.

The family wishes to acknowledge the loving care given to Anne from VIHA north team caregivers and St. Joseph’s medical team.

A celebration of Anne’s life will be held on Saturday, September 12th, 2015 at 10:00am at Comox Valley Funeral Home, Cremation and Reception Centre, 1101 Ryan Road, with a reception to follow.

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June Frances Schmidt (Reid) June 17, 1938- August 30, 2015 On an early Sunday morning, God and the rugged shores of Newfoundland called June home.

Born in St. John’s, June passed away surrounded by the love and comforting care of family and exceptional staff at Comox Valley Seniors Village.

June is survived by husband, Wilf, sons Gary and Paul Stephan White and grandchildren Trish and Josh, niece Michelle & nephew Duane. She was predeceased by parents Charles and Hazel Reid, brother Carl and first husband Vernon White. The family wishes to acknowledge and thank Dr. Swanson and Dr. Silcox for their compassionate care.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2015 at 2:00pm at the Comox Community Baptist Church in Comox, B.C. “A little poem like this one helps, My heart to take a stand, To say- though I am somewhere else, My heart’s in Newfoundland.�

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‘Tacos for Tenderness’ Third annual fund-raiser for Hospice tomorrow Thank You from Highland's Graduating Class of 2015 By all accounts, Highland Secondary School's 2015 Graduation Celebrations were a spectacular success! Highland's "Class of 2015" wishes to thank everyone involved in making their grad a memorable occasion. These events could not have been such a huge success without the generosity of numerous local businesses and individuals!!!

The following list shows how incredible this community is when it comes to supporting local events. Our heartfelt thank you goes out to:

Tin Town Tacos owner Fred Smith said the Hospice Society has helped his loved ones in the past, and he wants to help now. His third annual Tacos for Tenderness fund-raiser is set for this Saturday, Sept. 12 at the Farmers Market.

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Bring your appetite, bring your friends, enjoy a plate of fresh tacos, and make a donation that will help make a lasting positive impact in people’s lives and memories.

The Tacos for Tenderness fundraiser for the Hospice Society happens Saturday, Sept. 12 from 9-12pm at the Farmers’ Market, located at the Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds on Headquarters Road.

You can also visit The Farmers’ Market every Wednesday, located on England between 5th and 6th Street in Downtown Courtenay.

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On Saturday, Sept. 12 at the Comox Valley Farmers’ Market, you can feel good about supporting an important local cause while also rewarding your taste buds.

Tin Town Tacos, the popular Mexican-inspired food cart, will donate all net proceeds from tacos sold between 9 am and 12 pm to the Comox Valley Hospice Society.

“I’m very proud to host the 3rd Annual Tacos For Tenderness fundraising event at the Saturday Farmers’ Market,” says Tin Town Tacos owner and cook Fred Smith.

“It’s a simple gesture of giving back to those who are doing really important end-of-life work. Their care and compassion touches everyone in the community in some way.”

Smith says he was inspired to support the Hospice Society, which provides care and resources to those who are facing death, grief and terminal illness, because of the invaluable support that hospice societies have shown to his loved ones in the past.

Terri Odeneal, executive director of the Hospice Society, was deeply grateful to hear that Tacos for Tenderness would take place for a third year in a row.

“We are totally dependent on the generosity of this wonderful community to fund the compassionate care the Society has been providing Comox Valley families for over 25 years,” said Odeneal.

During the fundraiser, Tin Town Tacos’ regular menu will be available, including: Farm Fresh Egg Scramble Taco, Slow Roasted Chicken and Savoury Simmered Pork Tacos.

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Highland's graduation celebrations required an enormous effort from Highland's administration, teachers, staff, numerous Grade 11 parents and student volunteers and the Grade 12 parents and students who worked diligently on all the Graduation Committees and the numerous events. We thank each and everyone of you and also appreciate the support received from School District 71.

An extra special thank you goes out to Scott Park for his efforts in organizing the Grad Car Cruise. This unique event wouldn't have been possible without the support from the numerous car clubs in this valley, their members, the car owners and drivers and the valets.

We cannot thank Maria Buckley enough for teaching the Minuet Dance to the graduates and keeping this magnificent tradition alive.

We truly want to thank everyone who assisted us and we offer apologies if we have neglected to name you. You know you contributed and that your help was essential in making each and every one of the graduation celebrations a memorable success.

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Comox Valley RCMP responded to the following incidents between Sept. 1 and 7: ■ On the morning of September 1st police were alerted to an attempted break and enter at the Comox Mall located at 215 Port Augusta Street in Comox.

Thieves attempted to gain entry by prying open an outside door.

Entry was not gained.

(2015- 11652) ■ On Thursday September 3rd police received a report of mischief from the Town of Comox bylaw officer.

Some time over the night unknown suspects spray painted several traffic control signs in the Church Street and Linden Avenue areas in Comox. (2015-11751) ■ Police responded to a report of a vehicle leaving the roadway and colliding with a house on the 2700 block of Arden road in Courtenay on September 4th. A medical issue is believed the cause of the accident and alcohol is not suspected. The 60 year old male driver was transported to St. Joseph’s hospital for minor injuries. (2015-11772) ■ On the afternoon of September 4th police responded to the Comox Valley airport for a report of an unruly intoxicated customer on an inbound flight. The investigation revealed that the man was intoxicated and alleged to have stolen two bottles of alcohol from the serving trolley when the stewardess was not looking.

The man is now facing charges of Mischief and theft. (2015-11788) ■ On the evening of September 4th police were called to a residence on the 5600 block of Musgrave road in Union Bay for a reported break, enter and theft. The homeowner came home to find an open window and several collectibles missing.

(2015-11800) ■ A seniors boot camp is being held jointly by the RCMP and the Berwick Comox Valley retirement community in October on the 6th, 7th and 8th. The camp won’t be about working on your physical prowess but more about your health concerns, future retirement planning, protecting yourself against scams and frauds and a whole gambit of other worthwhile subjects of interest to the senior community.

There will be industry professionals on hand to answer questions that you may have. For more information or If you are interested in signing up for the Boot Camp you are asked to contact Linda at the Berwick at 250890-2346.

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Police investigate death at campground In the early morning hours of Sept. 7 the Comox Valley RCMP were called to the Puntledge campground for a report of a deceased man. Police officers arriving on scene located a 63-year old man lying on the ground by a trailer. CPR was performed until the arrival of the BC Ambulance

but attempts at resuscitation were negative and the man was pronounced dead. This investigation is continuing in order to determine the cause of death, and police would like to speak to anyone from the campground that may have information that would assist in this investigation.

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Shifty Sailors singing Sept. 15 for YANA Ahoy Mateys: You Are Not Alone (YANA) of Comox Valley is proud to present America’s infamous Shifty Sailors in concert - September 15th at 7 pm at the Comox United Church, 250 Beach Ave., Comox, for a night of song and folklore. Admission by donation.

The Shifty Sailors - the largest singing group of their kind in North America are in their 22nd year bringing sea shanties and maritime music to the world.

The “Shiftysâ€? sing about lighthouses; shipwrecks; military; songs of ďŹ shes and whales, and last but not least, good ole’ sailor’s drinking songs.â€?

From serious to lighthearted with instrumental accompaniment by a squeeze box (accordion), guitar and banjo and 20 harmonizing voices the Shifty’s are coming to Comox to bring you a night of fun entertainment.

Admission is by donation and supports YANA’s work providing Comox families with sick children, or pregnant mothers with medical needs, with travel and accommodation assistance to reach crucial medical treatments outside the Comox community. Find out more yanacomoxvalley.com or call YANA at 250871-0343.

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Valley to welcome its ďŹ rst Syrian refugees

Family has been waiting in Algeria for 10 months to receive Canadian clearance

The local Comox Valley response to the Syrian refugee crisis has been quietly happening in the background for the past year.

On the very day that images of Alan Kurdi stirred the hearts of ordinary citizens around the globe, the Comox Valley Refugee Support Committee received the good news that the Syrian family of four which they have been supporting in Algeria for the past 10 months has been cleared to come to Canada.

The family, which includes two young daughters, aged 4 years and 18

months, will arrive in the ďŹ rst week of October.

The current Comox Valley Refugee Support Group, led by Darren and Caron Mulgrew, holds a sponsorship agreement under the Roman Catholic Diocese of Vancouver, and is a constituent group of Christ the King parish.

The committee comprises a diversity of community members from different backgrounds, several of whom have been involved in past refugee resettlements in the Valley.

The focus is on the safety and resettlement of this Syrian family and

others who will follow.

Private sponsors must raise sufficient funds to support a family ďŹ nancially for a year. In this case, the support group has also contributed funds to support the family in Algeria during their wait while their application was processed.

By holding used jewelry sales, putting on a very successful Lobster Boil in June, and through charitable donations and other initiatives, the group has raised over its $40,000 target and is now looking to sponsor a second family from Syria. “The response to our

fundraising and other needs has been overwhelmingly positive in the Comox Valley,� states Caron Mulgrew. “We have had over 700 hits on our Syrian Refugee Committee page on Facebook this week.

People have also made online donations through CanadaHelps.com (Comox Valley Refugee Support Committee) and to Christ the King Parish directly. “In the past four days, several hundred dollars have been donated, which will go towards our sponsorship of the next family.

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Before the ďŹ rst family arrives, the team will be setting up an apartment with donated furniture and household goods they have been storing.

The local Immigrant Welcome Centre, doctors, a dentist and other service providers have been contacted.

Once the family arrives, there will be other needs, such volunteer tutoring, that will be identiďŹ ed.

Community members who are interested in helping with practical needs or with fundraising for the second family are encouraged to contact

Caron Mulgrew at cla. mulgrew@gmail.com.

Tax-receiptable donations can be made through CanadaHelps. com (Comox Valley Refugee Support Committee) and Christ the King parish. All funds raised go directly to support the Syrian refugee families.

The Comox Valley has a long tradition of successfully resettling refugees: Vietnamese, El Salvadorean, Bosnian, Kosovar, and Palestinian families, to name a few, have been welcomed into the Valley over the past 45 years and have become an active part of the community.

Annual pig roast for L’Arche on Saturday night

The days are shortening but the nights are still warm. Fall is in the air - and if you sniff more closely, the smell of roasted pork, as well!

The eighth annual L’Arche Pig Roast will take place on Saturday, September 12 at the Big Yellow Merville Hall.

An all-ages event, the Pig Roast starts at 6pm and offers fantastic food and entertainment for the whole family. There will be truly succulent ďŹ re-roasted pork, a high stakes dessert auction, and the kind of ďŹ ddle music that will simply not allow to remain in your seat!

And it’s all in support of the L’Arche I Belong! campaign! You can purchase a Family ticket (two adults, two children) for just $50, with individual tickets selling at $20 for adults, and just $10 for children.

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Volunteers needed to count pinks Tsolum River Restoration Society (TRRS) is excited by the number of returning Pink salmon this year. We are expecting a big pink salmon run this year as a result of the record run in 2013. This year we are seeing the first truly Tsolum River pink run where the returning salmon were not hatchery raised but are a naturally spawned population!

We need help counting all the fish so we are organizing our salmon walks and asking anyone who wants to help, to come to our Orientation and Safety Session on Saturday September

12, 10 AM, at the Rees Bridge and everyone is welcome. Even if you are not sure you want to count with us you will learn about pink salmon, salmon in general in the Tsolum and about the future plans of our active stewardship group. If you decide to join us there will be further training on the river as we count. Safety around rivers is always good to learn about and we will be demonstrating how we work together to stay safe in teams.

You will require chest waders to participate and we have sev-

eral options to consider. We can supply up to a limited number, if you would like to have your own we can arrange a discount at local retail outlets or, if you already have your own you can simply bring them along. We will be going over the safety, proper wear and care and maintenance of chest waders at the Orientation and Safety Session on Sunday.

We will also need snorkelswimmers. These volunteers will need to have a wet suit at minimum but a dry suit is best.

We have a couple of suits to loan

but if you have your own and wish to join us we would be very pleased to meet with you on any Sunday.

The river is divided into several reaches (counting segments) and we need teams of two walkers and one swimmer for each reach. Counts start at 9 AM each Sunday starting September 13 and take from 3 - 4 hours to complete. Each reach requires a good level of fitness and we ask that are at least 5 feet tall and fit a size 7 wader (smallest size).

We are counting three types of pinks as we move downstream.

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actively spawning. 3. Fish that have already spawned and are dead. At the end of each count your team leader will call in the three numbers to our project coordinator and by the middle of October we will have a detailed picture of the 2015 pink salmon run in the Tsolum River.

This data is passed on to Fisheries and Oceans Canada and is kept in our records and used, in conjunction with other information, to help guide our future work.

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®/™The Hyundai names, logos, product names, feature names, images and slogans are trademarks owned by Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. *Based on the 2009-2015 Global Automakers of Canada (GAC) Sales report. ‡Cash price of $10,995/$19,995 available on all new 2015 Accent 5-Door L Manual/2015 Sonata GL Auto models. Prices include Delivery and Destination charges of $1,595/$1,695. Prices exclude registration, insurance, PPSA, fees, levies, license fees, applicable taxes and dealer admin. fees of up to $499. Fees may vary by dealer. Delivery and Destination charge includes freight, P.D.E. and a full tank of gas. †Finance offers available O.A.C. from Hyundai Financial Services based on a new 2016 Elantra Sport Appearance Package Auto/2016 Santa Fe Sport 2.4L FWD with an annual finance rate of 0%. Weekly payments are $88/$78 for 48/84 months. $0 down payment required. Cost of Borrowing is $0. Finance offers include Delivery and Destination charges of $1,695/$1,895. Finance offers exclude registration, insurance, PPSA, fees, levies, license fees, applicable taxes and dealer admin. fees of up to $499. Fees may vary by dealer. ΩPrice adjustments of up to $3,200 available on all-new 2016 Elantra Sport Appearance Package. Price adjustments applied before taxes. Offer cannot be combined or used in conjunction with any other available offers. Offer is non-transferable and cannot be assigned. No vehicle trade-in required. ʕPrices of models shown: 2016 Elantra Sport Appearance Package/2015 Sonata Sport 2.0T/2015 Accent 5-Door GLS Auto/2016 Santa Fe Sport 2.0T Limited are $21,494/$32,694/$21,144/$41,994. Prices include Delivery and Destination charges of $1,695/$1,695/$1,595/$1,895. Prices exclude registration, insurance, PPSA, fees, levies, license fees, applicable taxes and dealer admin. fees of up to $499. Fees may vary by dealer. ʈFuel consumption for new 2016 Elantra Sport Appearance Package Auto (HWY 6.3L/100KM; City 8.5L/100KM); 2015 Sonata Sport 2.0T (HWY 7.4L/100KM; City 10.4L/100KM); 2015 Accent 5-Door Auto GLS (HWY 6.3L/100KM; City 8.9L/100KM); 2016 Santa Fe Sport 2.0T Limited (HWY 9.7L/100KM; City 12.9L/100KM) 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. ‡†◊ʕΩOffers available for a limited time and subject to change or cancellation without notice. Dealer may sell for less. Inventory is limited. 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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