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BY MICHAEL BRIONES Echo Staff The Pidcock House Emergency Shelter will be undergoing renovations and repairs soon.

The BC Housing recently allocated $425,000 from its Investment in Affordable Housing Renovation Fund to improve the shelter that’s operated by the Comox Valley Salvation Army.

An architect has been hired to assess the condition of the building and recommend the necessary repairs and renovations.

“BC Housing is putting money to make it a better functioning building,” said Kevin Elsasser, Salvation Army’s pastor and execu- The Salvation Army’s Pidcock House shelter in Courtenay tive director.

The ultimate goal of transition rooms in the “They’re looking after their property and making BC Housing and Salva- building,” said Elsasser. sure the roof doesn’t leak tion Army is to get people “So any extra funds that will be available there’s an and rots, making it unin- housed permanently. if there’s money left opportunity for us to pohabitable.”

The work which will in- over, Elsasser said there’s tentially get some transiclude changing windows, some room in the shelter tion rooms.

“We should be able to checking for asbestos, and where they can have betget a couple of transition other improvements will ter use of space.

“We want to create three rooms within with just the be done in stages.

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Elsasser said they would like to be able to move guests from the shelter and into one of the transition rooms.

“Then we can really assess what they need like life skills so that they can

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This initiative can easily be tied to the Washington Inn, which BC Housing recently purchased, making it an affordable rental place.

“Eventually we hope to be able to transition them

into that kind of a place where they can be permanently located,” said Elsasser. “That would be the ultimate goal.”

Sally Ann is also considering expanding the shelter with five to six transition beds using its own funds.

“This wouldn’t come with any extra funding from BC Housing but with the rent they would be paying, would go into supporting the program,” said Elsasser.

“The Salvation Army is ideally suited for it because all of our family services can do that type of training.

“If a person needs to learn how to cook, or do laundry, those type of things, we can potentially teach that so that our guests can be successful.”

Any changes to the shelter will not reduce its capacity to provide shelter as it will continue to have 18 rooms available and extra space for the extreme weather response program.

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Air quality reports could lead Regional District toward establishing management practices

BY MARY LEE Echo Staff Local municipal leaders are about to find out just how bad the air quality over the Comox Valley really is.

Comox Valley Regional District will be presented with the First Air Zone Report by the BC Government Ministry of Environment, on November 10.

The data was collected from 2011 to 2013 from a single monitoring site situated near Courtenay Elementary School and represents air quality readings for the entire Comox Valley. CVRD partnered with the Ministry for the air quality monitoring station.

The report reveals that Courtenay measured highest among 13 municipalities for fine particulate matter (PM) and exceeds the national standards.

The municipalities fall within the Georgia Strait Zone and include Duncan and the Cowichan Valley.

Air zone reports are a commitment under the federal government’s Air Quality Management System (AQMS) to annually report on the achievement of the Ca-

nadian Ambient Air Quality Standards (CAAQS) for ground-level ozone and fine particulate matter.

Particulate matter is the most serious air pollutant and poses a greater threat to human health than ground-level ozone such as smog and carbon monoxide.

According to the Ministry of Environment’s website, it’s the particulates of less than 2.5 microns in diameter that are the main culprit because they are light weight and stay in the air for days or weeks. When inhaled they settle in the nose and throat and the body expels it through coughing and sneezing. If penetrated deep into the lung a whole host of other problems occurs from milder symptoms of wheezing and coughing to serious illness such as asthma, heart disease, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema.

The First Air Zone Report identifies wood combustion - open burning and residential wood stoves - as a major source for high PM2.5 emissions in the air.

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Eliska Vysek can witness from her home in Comox the plumes of smoke from open fires and chimneys. The pictures taken in the spring and again November 2 show little change in the amount of smoke coming from the other side of the Comox Bay. Some days she claims the smoke is so thick, visibility across the bay is significantly reduced. (Credit: Eliska Vysek)

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Upcoming slash burn in Union Bay creates great worry of breathing problems

BY PETER CHAPMAN Special to the Echo

Any day now the citizens of the Comox Valley will be facing a huge bonďŹ re, much larger than most people have ever experienced in this area.

No, it won’t be a postHalloween celebration.

It will be the burning -“a few piles at a time� (according to the Kensington developer) -- of more than 30 very large slash piles from the 2011 clearing of 30 acres of forested land at Argyle in Union Bay. I’m very, very nervous about this upcoming burn since it could be fatal to my very sick wife who has COPD (chronic obstruc-

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She’s been in and out of hospital over the last few

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“The Courtenay monitoring station has a seasonal tendency with lower readings in the spring and summer worsening in the fall and winter months,� explains Earle Plain, Air Quality Meteorologist, Ministry of Environment. “According to our last household survey, one in three homes have wood stoves.�

Plain explains that inversions play a signiďŹ cant role in the worsening air quality as the colder weather moves in. Longer nights and cooler ground temperatures cool the air next to it and creates a surface inversion that traps the air.

The Air Zone Management Framework assigns a colour to deďŹ ne the level of management or action required based on the CAAQs. Courtenay is assigned red indicating actions are needed to achieve the national standards.

Since air quality is a regional issue not restricted to just one municipality, it will be up to CVRD to decide on necessary actions to improve air quality. “This is a good opportunity for the community to form some kind of air quality management group�, explains Plain. “This is something that can be worked on and we are here to help.�

Plain cited other communities who have taken measures to address poor air quality. The Cowichan Valley, for example, established a working group who have spent the last couple of years drafting an air quality improvement strategy.

Michael Zbarsky, Manager of Transit and Sustainability, explains it is unclear what the role of the CVRD will be moving forward. Staff will likely get direction from the CVRD Board of Directors to work with stakeholders such as Island Health to establish an air shed manage-

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ment group with representation from each jurisdiction.

The CVRD staff recently received Board approval to apply for funding to launch another Wood Stove Exchange Program similar to the provincial government funded program between 2011 and 2013.

The First Air Zone Report was presented in October in a public forum but was poorly attended as it fell on the same night as the All Candidates Meeting.

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Even if we were to shut all of our doors and windows, the smoke from any type of burn (even small neighbourhood burning) enters our house and creates a health threat to my wife.

Some people say, “just go to a hotel or check your wife into the hospital�. It’s just not that easy.

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No doubt that there will be more instances in all rural areas of increased slash burns which will take place closer and closer to our homes as the settlement nodes in the Comox Valley are filled in.

Slash burning not only compromises the air quality and health of essentially every citizen in our area but also the air quality of the entire planet. It is prudent for the CVRD to consider remedies for disposal of slash debris such as grinding and recycling it as well as to re-consider slash burning for the entire Comox Valley.

In the meantime, I’m losing a lot of sleep with worry about my wife’s health.

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I’m told by the BC Wildfire Service that the first row of slash piles are too close to our houses to be burned under the Open Burn Smoke Control Regulations (“OBSCR”) so that those piles will be dragged to the back of the property to be burned. Yes, there are BC Laws that have to do with setback distances, smoke venting and open burning duration.

However, everyone knows who lives near the ocean, coastal winds can change dramatically within a few minutes and how-the-heck can a burn of this magnitude be extinguished immediately once the weather conditions change to unfavourable?

What many residents may not know is that the Comox Valley has the dubious distinction of being one of the most polluted cities in all of BC in the fall and winter because of the burning of slash as well as wood-burning stoves.

Courtenay is listed as Number Four on the highest Particulate Matter 2.5 levels of anywhere in BC after Vanderhoof, Telkwa, and Port Alice. See Page 10 of “Celebrating Clear Air” on the BC Lung Association website.

Some people may say it will only be a few days of smoke when the Argyle slash piles are burned so what’s the big deal?

My answer would be that there is no amount of smoke that is “safe” for anyone, i.e. for the kids with healthy lungs shooting a few hoops on my street, for the seniors I see walk by in walkers or in wheelchairs with health and mobility problems; or for the residents with breathing problems such as COPD, like my wife.

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An aerial view of the Argyle slash area (Photo: Janet Thomas) and Sport INTENTIONS PAPER - June, 2010 (Page 3) says it all: “...Research has shown that there is no threshold below which smoke has no health effects. This means it is important to minimize the amount of smoke produced and humans’ exposure to it. The majority of health impacts from smoke result from extended exposure to concentrations below the level at which a public advisory would be issued.”

The only thing we can do in Union Bay if the upcoming burn gets out of control is to call the Report all Poachers and Polluters line to the Conservation Officer Service at 1-877952-7277 if the smoke gets “too toxic”. This is unacceptable to me.

I urge the CVRD to adopt its own fire bylaws to control large burns since the CVRD has the power to do so under the Nuisance and health protection powers under the Community Charter or Local Government Act. For example, the City of Cowichan has a more restrictive bylaw in place (which supersedes the Open Burn Smoke Con-

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Air advisory notice issued Wednesday morning for Valley Yet another air advisory notice for the Comox Valley went out Wednesday morning.

The Ministry of Environment in collaboration with Island Health Authority issued the advisory because of high concentrations of fine particulates that were expected to persist for the next 2 days.

Persons with chronic underlying medical conditions should postpone strenuous exercise until the advisory is lifted. Staying indoors and in air conditioned spaces helps to reduce fine particulate exposure. Exposure is particularly a concern for infants, the elderly and those who have diabetes, and lung or heart disease.

Open burning restrictions are now in effect for the Comox Valley within 15 kilometres of Courtenay City Hall for a period of 2 days.

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Comox grants permanent status to downtown parklets

BY MARY LEE Echo Staff Cafe parklets in the Town of Comox have won the approval of the community and Council and will now be a permanent fixture throughout the winter months.

Council approved unanimously to expand the trial into a permanent program that will allow the Komox Grind Espresso and Juice Bar to keep operations open throughout the winter.

The Parklet Program is part of the Downtown

Vitalization initiate designed to support local Comox businesses and improve the area’s social and environmental vitality. Parklets fit into the program nicely as they create vibrant social spaces, a place for people to meet and encourage more pedestrian traffic in and around the area. They are proving to be an asset to communities such as Vancouver and, more closer to home, in Cumberland recently.

Council members are pleased to see that sense of community grow

The Komox Grind parklet proved to be a great success this past summer around the Komox Grind and now wish to extend the curbside appeal throughout the downtown core.

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However councillors felt the structure should stay, noting how successful it has been to date and continues to win praises from the community.

Weather has proven cooperative too and, should it remain on the mild side, councillors expect to see the parklet in use all winter long. Snow removal will be a concern should the Valley get hit with any this season.

The responsibility will be left to Tanya Archambault, Komox Grind owner, to keep the site clear in and around the structure should she decide to keep it up permanently.

Town of Comox has developed a list of provisions for other business wishing to apply for a permanent parklet.

A maximum of two existing on-street parking spaces fronting the business are permissible with specific caveats for measurements and for features such as bike racks as identified in the application process.

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Flu season has arrived again Vaccines available throughout the Valley; Island Health urges public to get protected

BY MARY LEE Echo Staff Island Health’s annual inuenza vaccine program officially began Monday.

In the Comox Valley, a free Flu Shot clinic was held at the Florence Filberg Centre where several community residents turned out for their free vaccination.

During the next few months, more than 240,000 doses of the vaccine will be available free of charge to eligible individuals across Vancouver Island.

Those eligible fall into two main groups, explains Dr. Charmaine Enns, Medical Health Officer for the North Island. Those who are high risk such as the elderly, young children and individuals with heart disease, and those who are in the medical profession, are ďŹ rst responders or are caregivers to the sick or elderly.

Inuenza is an infection of the upper airway and can spread easily through coughing, sneezing or having close face-to-face

Dr. Charmaine Enns, Medical Health Officer for the North Island, receives her annual influenza vaccination at the Florence Filberg Centre Monday. Island Health encourages everyone to get immunized. Depending on age, health or environment an individual works or lives in, the vaccination is free of charge. contact. A person infected with the virus is at high risk of other infections including viral or bacterial pneumonia. “Our goal is to protect against serious disease and death resulting from the inuenza virus,â€? ex-

plained Dr. Enns who attended to clinic to receive her free vaccination. “Getting immunized is the best way to protect yourself and protect others by reducing the spread of the inuenza virus.â€?

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tect against other viruses or bacteria such as a cold or the stomach u.

Contrary to popular belief, the inactivated inuenza vaccine will not give you inuenza either because it contains killed inuenza viruses that cannot cause infection. “The inuenza virus is always changing and is never the same. It’s called the drift,â€? explained Dr. Enns who wishes to encourage the public to get vaccinated annually. “What was effective one year will not be effective the next year.â€?

After receiving the vaccine, individuals may experience common reactions such as soreness, redness and swelling in the location where the vaccine was administered.

Other symptoms can include fever, headache, aching muscles, and fatigue that may last a day or two. On rare occasions (less than 1 in 20) symptoms of oculo-respiratory syndrome (ORS) may be experienced indicated by red eyes and a cough or

sore throat.

Acetaminophen can be given for fever or soreness but Island Health does warns the public to avoid giving ASA or Aspirin(r) to anyone under the age of 20 years due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. More information is available on the HealthlinkBC website.

Who should get vaccinated: • People 65 and older and their caregivers; • Children and adults with chronic health conditions and their household contacts; • Health care workers; • Emergency responders; • Healthy children from 6 months of age to less than 5 years old; • Household contacts and caregivers of children from birth to less than 5 years of age; • Pregnant women at any stage of pregnancy; • Residents of nursing homes and other chronic care facilities; • Owners and operators of poultry farms; (Continued on page 9)

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CSWM Board to decide whether to phase out two recycling depots

BY MICHAEL BRIONES Echo Staff The Comox Strathcona Waste Management Board is considering whether to maintain two recycling depots in the

Comox Valley.

As part of its strategic priorities, the board would phase out five nonMMBC recycling depots that include two in the Comox Valley.

One is in Electoral Area

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• Visitors to healthcare facilities.

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B within the parking lot of the Courtenay Country Market, and the other is situated behind the CANEX Store in Comox.

The total operating cost for both centres is around $11,562, with approximately 921 tonnes of cardboard, mixed paper, tin and plastic collected annually.

Staff reported they are costly to operate as refuse is dropped off at the depots regularly and they include chemicals, paint, oil and other regular household waste.

A survey was conducted in September at both depots and to gain better understanding of the demographics of residents that use them and help gauge the importance of these

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The Courtenay Country Market depot survey showed that around 90 per cent of people that use it come from Electoral Areas B and C and do not have curbside recycling collection.

The board was given three options to consider - to maintain both centres and re-evaluate them in two years time; to just keep the Courtenay Country Market open and close Canex, creating a saving of $62,046 annually plus extra fees for leasing the facility; or to maintain Canex and Courtenay Country Market, saving the district an annual cost of $49,516 plus cost to rent the facility.

Staff indicated that due to the volume of recyclables collected at CANEX and the number of residents that use the Courtenay Country Market, they recommended to the board that they keep both open until a solution can be found, and a curbside collection service be-

comes available to those residents who do not have it.

The lease agreement, which is for five years, with CFB Comox for the CANEX centre is still awaiting approval from Ottawa.

The Courtenay Country Market depot does not have a formal agreement or lease payment. Staff will work to have that in place in the near future.

The property is currently for sale and the agreement for now will be on a year to year basis until a new owner is in place.

The board was scheduled to decide on this issue at yesterday’s CSWM meeting.

The CSWM has nine recycling depots that operate under the MMBC program.

Two are in the Comox Valley - the Comox Valley Waste Management Centre and the Courtenay Return-it Depot, a privately operated centre located on Puntledge Road in Courtenay.

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CVRD chair Bruce Jolliffe looks on as Marilyn Clements cuts the trail opening ribbon with a grandchild

CVRD opens Clemmie’s Trail Clemmie’s Trail in Dove Creek was officially opened on Friday.

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held at Marilyn Clements’ property, who generously donated a portion of her land to make the trail a reality.

The event was attended by Comox Valley Regional District chair and Area A director for Baynes Sound-Denman/Hornby Islands Bruce Jolliffe, Area B director for Lazo North Rod Nichol, and Area C director Edwin Grieve for Puntledge-Black Creek, who thanked partners, workers and supporters of the project.

The new created recreational trail extends the One Spot trail by 700 metres and users can enter the trail opposite Quinn stables on Condensory Road and walk north to the former start of the One Spot trail north of Cessford Road.

Finalizing the route and constructing the One Spot trail is one of the CVRD’s strategic priorities.

“The first 525 metres of the trail was constructed on private land under a statutory right-of-way which property owner Marilyn Clements generously donated to the CVRD,”

said Bruce Jolliffe, CVRD chair. “We are grateful as this allowed the extension of this trail to happen. It’s fitting that the trail be named after her.”

“My grandchildren call me Clemmie,” said property donor Clements. “I was involved in the planning stages with CVRD staff when a friend suggested we call it Clemmie’s trail.

That worked since it is a connector trail to the One Spot Tail, and doesn’t fall along the original railway route.”

Construction includes installation of a concrete bridge, fencing, 50 red maple trees and several culverts, signs and bollards. Completion of this extension will bring the One Spot trail to a total length of approximately 13 kilometres over three distinct sections.

The trail provides for off-road pedestrian, horse and bike travel through the Dove Creek area.

This portion of the trail will be open to pedestrians and cyclists in November and it is requested equestrians wait until the spring to begin use as this will allow the trail surface to settle, creating a better trail for long-term equestrian use.

Referendum for Comox Valley homelessness service set for Nov. 28 On November 28, voters in most parts of the Comox Valley can choose whether or not the Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) can establish a mechanism to fund initiatives to help alleviate homelessness in the region.

The question put to the voters in the referendum will be: “Are you in favour of the Comox Valley Regional District adopting Bylaw No. 389 being “Comox Valley Homelessness Supports Service Establishment Bylaw No. 389, 2015” to establish a service that would provide funds to one or more local non-governmental organizations based on a board approved five-year action plan to address homelessness in the Comox Valley?” Yes or No” If a service were to be established, the Comox Valley coalition to end homelessness would work with local non-profit organizations to develop a five-year plan to address homelessness in the Comox Valley. The CVRD board would review that plan and could approve the funding request from the coalition’s plan.

Those approved funds would then be issued by the CVRD directly to the local non-profit organization(s) identified in the plan for that year’s efforts. The organization(s) would be re-

sponsible for delivering the services to address homelessness.

All property owners (including residential, commercial, industrial, etc.) in Courtenay, Cumberland, and electoral areas A (excluding Denman and Hornby Islands), B and C would pay the tax. The Town of Comox has opted not to be a participant in the proposed homelessness support service and therefore property owners in the Town of Comox will not pay this tax, and voters in the Town of Comox are not able to vote on the question.

At the tax rate of two cents per $1,000 of assessed property value, the owner of a residential property assessed at $300,000 would pay $6 per year. The amount collected from commercial and other non-residential properties depends on a tax multiplier that is applied in each jurisdiction in the CVRD. The province sets the multiplier for the rural areas and the municipalities set their own multipliers so the business class tax rate will vary depending on where the property is located.

Voter eligibility, voting place locations, times and dates, and advance voting information can be found at www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/referendum.

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We will remember them?

The eleventh hour of the eleven day of the eleventh month; time when we stop in a moment of silence, with the flag at half mast, and remember all those who served with our fighting forces; many of who sacrificed their lives in times of battle to protect our freedoms.

But perhaps it’s time we also stop and honour all the civilian casualties; noncombatants who not only saw their homes and towns reduced to rubble but also suffered serious injury or lost their lives.

If I recall my university World War II history course correctly, some 80% of the casualties of WW II were civilians; in other words someone’s parent, grandparent, young son, daughter, uncle, aunt, cousin. Regardless of whether they were a resident of London, Hamburg, Rome, Stalingrad or Hiroshima they also paid the ultimate price.

As it happened, some ten years following the end of the war in 1945, T.V. came on the scene and there was little television production up and running yet, much of the filler of at the time was footage taken during the Second World War. Scenes of our victorious Allied forces storming the beaches of Normandy; Lancaster and B-25 bombers carpet bombing industrial centres in Germany; the United States Army and Marines storming Iwo Jima, etc etc.... It was all very inspiring and made us all feel so proud.

But then one day when we drove up to the pumps at our regular gas station in Esquimalt, I commented to dad, (Dick James, Chief Petty Officer 1st Class, RCN) that didn’t the owner just happen to have a German name?

It was then he told a rather disturbing story that has remained with me to this day.

This hardworking gentleman just happened to be one of the many thousands of “d.p.s” as they were termed back in the 1950s; the displaced persons, primarily of European extraction, who arrived into Canada following the end of the war what with their homelands reduced to rubble.

But what was most disturbing to learn was that a number of his family didn’t survive the war. Apparently, an Allied bomber had opened its bomb bay doors well outside a major industrial centre in the countryside and, as it happened, right onto the family farm below. (This often occurred if flak and Messerschmitt fighters were particularly bad over German cities and there was little chance of their Lancaster or B-25 bomber’s surviving - especially if they’d reached the dangerous threshold of having already made some 15 runs. Captain and crew often reached the conclusion, that in order to live to see another day, it was better to drop their payload out in the countryside and return to base safely.)

So in conclusion, I think it is indeed time to remem-

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ber them all, regardless, of nation, colour, creed or religion, but more importantly, whether veteran or civilian...

And as for the German immigrant who owned the gas station? Well, he certainly did well in his adoptive country and went onto own and operate one of the big car dealerships along the Douglas Street strip in Victoria.

Rick James Courtenay A GREAT NEW APARTMENT The Acadia on the Walk rental apartment project at 355 Anfield Rd opened for occupancy on 1 August.

Phase 1 is now fully rented.

Another 47 apartments are within days of completion and open on 1 December.

Management conducts open house viewing each Saturday starting at 10 a.m, tel: 250 218 8639.

My wife and I have been tenants for three months and are impressed with the complete experience here; the remarkable quality, designs, fit and finish of the interior, the tidy parking, the startling attractive grounds, the very reasonable rent scale and most certainly with the quality of each aspect of management ..... where dynamics in management are the cruxes in the successful operation of undertakings like this.

It is quite true that perfection is scarcer than hens’ teeth. By that I mean that the most handsome prince at the emperor’s ball will have at least one pimple on his bum.

But search as we have, we have yet to find the slightest trace of a blemish on what the owner and builder of the complex has himself wrought here. It is - as other tenants agree - bloody marvellous, and Courtenay Council, which authorized the building of Acadia, can boast of what is an extraordinarily attractive and beneficial addition to the city landscape.

Our judgement is probably reliable because for nearly 57 years we have almost exclusively rented rather than owned; the circumstance of service in the Canadian Army, so without experience we are certainly not.

Additionally, we have often enough found nice digs in towns across the world, but none as satisfying as the Acadia.

Please, do not imagine that we are paid in any way to make these compliments.

They are completely gratuitous. Our way of tipping the hat to Brett Geise, of Crowne Pacific Corp, the founder of the feast.

William Picken Courtenay MYTHS ABOUT THE CLIMATE I read with interest about the presentation to Courtenay City Council concerning limiting greenhouse gases.

Undoubtedly Councillor David Frisch has the best of intentions, as does everyone who hopes to preserve our planet.

Unfortunately, many facts are not presented in the news, and there is nothing for us to do. There is

no global warming, and the notion of “climate change” which was skillfully substituted for “global warming” a few years ago describes a natural process which has gone on for eternity.

Let me be clear: There is no 97 per cent consensus on the condition of our climate (science does not work on consensus) and the actual claim is a perfect example of a misuse of statistics.

Satellites report that there has been no global warming for over 18 years, and those folks who continue to push the scary stories of an overheated planet cannot explain this “pause” in warming.

No one can point to any peer reviewed scientific article that demonstrates the connection between carbon dioxide and extreme anything other than extremely good gardens. Carbon dioxide is plant food, and at present is only 400 parts per million in our atmosphere.

Water vapour is 90 per cent of all “greenhouse gases”.

The Arctic is not melting and polar bears are doing just fine. This week the ice coverage in the Arctic was greater than at the same time for each of the last 10 years. Hudson Bay had only 2 weeks of melting rather than the normal 5 to 6 weeks, and at present has an unprecedented 34,000 square kilometres of ice coverage. The Summit Camp on Greenland just this week posted a record low temperature: minus 55 degrees C. There is a huge and unexplained area of record cold

water between Greenland and the UK. The last two winters in Eastern Canada and the Central and Eastern United States were brutal, with hundreds of snow and cold records broken, not by a degree or two, but in many cases 8 to 15 degrees. Shipping on the Great Lakes and Hudson Bay was delayed by weeks because of heavy ice.

On December 31, 2014 in Winnipeg it was minus 53 degrees C, colder than Mars.

The “Global Warming Industry” in the U.S. has grown into a $1.5 Trillion enterprise, with large amounts of money being spent on “studies” to validate global warming. Science researchers find easy money hard to resist.

Vast additional sums are spent subsidizing “green energy.”

Many people reading this will say: “fine, but it has been very warm here,” and they would be right. A New Little Ice Age has started, according to hundreds of scientists and one feature of the last little ice age was increased temperatures on the west coast while the East froze.

Is there anything you can do? Get ready for higher food prices. Crops all over the world were hit this year, and it will just get worse.

Take advantage of all that CO2 and grow a garden next summer, and be glad about being on the west coast. Enjoy the warm weather.

Larry Pierce Hornby Island

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BEEFS & BOUQUETS A BASKET OF BOUQUETS to the nice person who found my phone, at Piercy Creek two weeks ago, and handed it in to the RCMP. I wish more people were like you, I am really happy to have it back.

A BOUQUET TO MARY ANNE, at London Drugs, for such professional and positive service in the photo/ phone department. Her knowledge and skill in helping me get a newer smartphone and the most cost efficient plan were the best service I have seen in 20 years of cell usage.

THE COMOX VALLEY’S FIRST AND BEST READER’S FORUM Email to: echo@comoxvalleyecho.com me: thank you to the kind women who covered me with a blanket and held my dog. Be proud of who you are. I wish for all of you all that you wish for.

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Thank you so much! The Oreo & cream layer cake was absolutely decadent and was enjoyed by all!

Such a nice treat! Thank you Cakebread!!

I’M SENDING OUT a huge bouquet of yellow roses to each one of my dear friends at the “Good Yarn” needlework group at the Comox Library.

The gifts you all gave for my new (and umpteenth) grandchild (Jackson) and the baby shower-like party was awesome! Thank you and God bless.

I WOULD LIKE TO SAY THANKYOU to the gentleman who was in the dollar store at Super Store plaza on Tuesday. The store’s debit machine was down and I had no cash. After being

told this, I was going to put my purchases back when from down the line of customers came a $20 bill. I was speechless at first, said thank-you, but ... he insisted, only saying “Pay it forward.” I left the store with a smile and feeling surprised On my way home, I stopped at a bakery in Comox. A lady in front of me was ordering her lunch and I said, “I’ll pay for your lunch.” She laughed and I explained what just happened to me, and she accepted. She thanked me and gave me a hug. Being on both ends of this was a wonderful experience.

A BOUQUET of daffodils to Mayors Paul Ives, Larry Jangula, and Leslie Baird for getting re-elected so I don’t have to change any names in my political spoof, The Town That FUN Forgot, being put on at the Little Red Church on November 13 and 14 at 7:30 p.m.

HOWARD IS THE DEAR MAN who cared for me until the ambulance came, following a bicycle accident on 6th Street. He telephoned my daughter and waited for her to arrive to collect my bike and dog, after I was taken to hospital. Howard wisely instructed others not to move me, held my hand and comforted me. He also gathered my wallet, cell phone and sunglasses and kept them safe.

Thank you, Howard, for your tender grace and kindness. There were others too who helped

BOUQUETS GALORE to the doctors, nurses and staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Comox. I have recently spent three sessions totaling almost four weeks in St. Joseph’s emergency room and intensive care.

I would like to say the care and attention I was given was OUTSTANDING. I won’t name names because I couldn’t possibly remember all of the nurses and doctors. I would see some of them on the day shift and a few days later on the night shift. That’s tough work.

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What a difference. And now we’re about to see an even greater change.

Please accept my sincere appreciation for all your great work and best wishes for the future.

BLESS THIS BROKEN ROAD on the road from 5th St to Condensory Bridge.

THIS FALL we had the usual over abundance of apples and grapes that were looking good to the Bears. NO COMPLAINT

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ABOUT THE BEARS! The dinner plate was all set for these beautiful, black, hungry animals.

Hey! We are continually creeping into their territory! The fruit was ready to pick and a call to “Lush Valley” resulted in a nice group of good folks who came out to harvest what fruit was available. It was taken to share with valley residents who could use the fruit, at no cost. No waste.

A RESPONSE TO THE “GET A LIFE” COMPLAINER. It is not a picky attitude. If you are going to park in a ‘Handicap Parking’ spot, you must display the “Handicap Sign’ in such a manner, that it be seen. If you are old enough to drive, then you are old enough to obey the law. You are also old enough to know better! If you can’t understand that, then read the law again. You don’t know me, so your assumption that I have a picky attitude about where the sign is displayed, is displaying an immature attitude toward life and people in

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OH DEAR, the pitbull people have crawled out of the woodwork again, as they do whenever one of those things kills something, parroting their weary old catchphrase, “don’t blame the breed.” Sure. Just because a breed has been bred to inflict damage, and pound for pound can inflict more damage than other breeds, and has attacked more people than other breeds, many of them children, heck no, you

wouldn’t want to blame the breed. Does anyone think a pitbull knows the difference between a cat and a toddler? Seriously? If there’s a vote on banning the things, I can tell you how parents of young children will vote.

For that guy who tries to promote the myth of pitbulls as “nanny dogs,” remember: Mary Poppins never killed anyone. And the Comox Bylaw Officer is not an “idiot” for trying to protect the public from people like you and your dogs.

BEEF to the city of Courtenay for not getting engineering to look at traffic and lights. It’s time to update them.

Specifically the one going to 5th street bridge past Lewis. Time to put a turn signal and change the timer to make that traffic flow better. Traffic is out of control since most make up their own rules.

Also since most are color blind. Red is red and green is green.

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WARM THANKS to the gentleman in line at Walmart, Wednesday, October 28, who let my young son and I ahead in line.

You mentioned that you didn’t have any place that you needed to be. You wouldn’t have known, but I was having an especially difficult couple of days and was near tears. Thank you for the lovely gesture, it helped to lift my spirits and it was a comforting reminder that there are genuinely good people out there. You were at the right place, at the right time.

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A former member of the Canadian senate pleads guilty to assault on a human being and possession of cocaine and receives an unconditional discharge which means no jail time, no restrictions on his release and no criminal record. Only in Canada you say!

BOUQUETS of flowers to the local RCMP. I experienced an upsetting happening last week. A really kind and efficient RCMP officer came to my home to have a talk with me concerning this incident.

The RCMP are always being excoriated. We fail to acknowledge all the great work that they do. Many times under very difficult circumstances. Kudos to our local detachment. We all benefit when we stand behind them and give our full support.

A HUGE BASKET of Red Roses to London Drugs Computer Department.

THE COMOX VALLEY’S FIRST AND BEST READER’S FORUM Email to: echo@comoxvalleyecho.com can be done? The second is about some cyclists who ride their bikes not holding onto the handlebars, listening to music with headphones, texting messages and against traffic. Automobile drivers are fined for texting, why not cyclists too. We need more traffic police!

Last week I had problems with my iPad. I thought it was okay when I arrived home. Alas, I had to go back and have it seen to again. This time it was Stacey, a computer consultant, who helped me out. She was just superb.

Thanks London Drugs for your warm and efficient service.

HERE ARE TWO BEEFS. I won’t dwell too long on the beef about Courtenay drivers. A lot of drivers do not know proper etiquette about turnabouts.

You know who you are so nothing more needs to be said. Then there are all the drivers who love to tail gate. If you are in that much of a hurry leave earlier. I almost had a confrontation the other day with a driver and her boyfriend. As always everyone speeds over the limit on Cumberland Rd. I’m doing 50 in a 50km speed zone but this woman insisted on pushing me up to her speed which was probably 60km per hr. At one point she was about 15’ behind me at 50km per hr. Way too close for my liking. I slammed on the brakes to back her off which she did. Something has to be done about this. What

MANY DISHES of cold food to the Chinese restaurant in Comox. The restaurant has been our go to place for Chinese food for years; however our last two visits were less than satisfactory. A couple of months ago we found the buffet food on the cool side and mentioned it to the waitress. She looked under the buffet table and came back and told us the heat control was set a Max. I suggested it should be looked at as its not keeping the dishes warm. We were there again last Friday night and once again the buffet dishes were not very warm. Other guests sitting at tables near us said the same thing. This time I spoke to the waiter who also checked the heat

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control and came back and told us it was set at Maximum. One does not need to be a brain surgeon to figure out there is a problem with either the control unit or the warming system itself.

The food is excellent but warmer would be better.

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that I’ve had the pleasure to meet who have given me rides while my car was “occupied” elsewhere. I now have my car thanks to the generosity of an in-law. Many thanks from the Merville Madame.

A HUGE BOUQUET to the Comox Valley Syrian Refugee Support Committee for arranging for the Syrian family to come to Canada. If only the Canadian children who were abducted by their father, who’s apparently in hiding somewhere in the Middle East, could be returned safe and sound to their home What a relief it would be for their mother. Prayl for a Guardian Angel.

A big thank you for supporting Syrian refugees The Syrian Refugee Support Committee wishes to thank the many businesses and individuals who contributed to making our “Desserts and Dancing” evening such a great success. We raised $6600 towards our goal of sponsoring a family and supporting them financially for one year.

A big round of applause for Jim Hunter, Matthew Nichols, Steve Ellis, Gordon Funk, and Steve Smith of the “Flying Debris” for keeping us danc-

ing, and to Richard Caissie for his fine music.

The decadent desserts were so delicious: mouth watering thanks to The Atlas, Locals, Artisan Cakebakery, Bisque, Orca Bakery, Gourmet Girls Catering, Just Like Mom’s, Sweet Surprises Bakery, Costco, Union Street Grill, Plates, Gourmet Trails, Willovic Bakery, and Leona French, Ruth Giles and Judy Goldschmidt.

Our Silent and Live Auctions were a success

THIS WEEK’S WINNER, DRAWN AT RANDOM FROM SUBMISSIONS RECEIVED UP TO TUESDAY, IS: Ron Loudfoot, 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!

thanks to Dale Erhart and his Ultralite plane, Shamrock Veterinary Clinic, Blue Moon Winery, Harmonizing Massage, Heart Drum Beat Yoga, Innisfree Farm, Zocalo’s, Scorpio’s, Nearly New Books, Anna’s Salon, Komox Grind, Benino Gelato, Star Dust Aesthetics, Long and McQuade, 40 Knots Winery, Smitty’s, Ruby’s Jewellery, Wine Cottage, Salon Bellisimo, Art Knapps, Level 10 Eurospa, Rita Guthro, Bev Howden, Sue Rambow, Pam Wilkinson, Mar-

HERE’S HOW IT WORKS! Our weekly feature, Beefs and Bouquets, is intended to be a light-hearted forum for you, our readers, to express brief views on issues and events in your lives.

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.

Each week someone will win a 2 Classic Cheese Basket Meals from Dairy Queen.

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ita, Elaine Burnell, Gloria Gietz, Laurie Davis,and Gord Sherriff.

Our first Syrian family arrived last week and they are so grateful. It is wonderful to see the two small girls playing with other children. We have been working on getting them to the Valley for over a year and it feels so good to watch them start to relax and settle in to their new life. We are now working to bring in another family with two small children.

Thank you to everyone in the Valley who has contributed to this amazing adventure. If you would like to donate financially please make out your cheque to Christ the King Parish and put Syrian Refugees on the Memo line.

100% of your donation will be used for supporting our next family. You will receive a income tax receipt in the mail. Please mail your cheque to Christ the King Parish, 1599 Tunner Drive, Courtenay, V9N 8N3.

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Police Blotter

Comox Valley RCMP responded to the following incidents between October 26 and November 2: ■ On October 30th po lice were called to the Leeward Liquor store in Comox for a hold up alarm. A person entered the store and threatened the clerk with what is believed to be bear spray.

Cash was taken from the till and the suspect fled the store. This investigation is continuing. (201514203) ■ In the early morning hours of October 31st police were enroute to a complaint when they noticed a vehicle swerve in its lane of travel and strike the roadside curb. The vehicle was stopped and driver found to have been consuming alcohol. Tests resulted in an Immediate Roadside Prohibition being issued for 90 days and the person’s vehicle being towed and impounded for 30 days. (2015-14212) ■ Police were called to a report of a vehicle running into the side of a house on the 1300 block of Stewart Avenue in Courtenay on the morning of October 31st. The home stated that the driver of the vehicle had left the scene

prior to police arrival. The male was located a short distance away and later it was determined the vehicle had been stolen prior to the collision. The man is now facing charges of Theft of a motor vehicle and possession of property obtained by crime.( 2015- 14215) ■ On the afternoon of November 1st police were called to a report of a vehicle engulfed in flames on Highway 19 near the McNaughton Creek Bridge. The investigation revealed that a woman and her child were travelling South bound when the pickup truck they were driving hydro planed and hit the median and caught fire.

Both mother and child were taken to St. Joseph’s hospital for assessment and treatment of minor injuries. (2015-14292) ■ A report of a break, enter and theft was received by the Comox Valley RCMP on the evening of November 1st at a residence on the 1300 block of 13th street in Courtenay. The theft occurred sometime the night before and cash and prescription medications were stolen.

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New incentive helps Valley rural residents switch from oil to heat pump WANTED If you have any information about the whereabouts of either of these two people, call the Comox Valley RCMP Detachment at 338-1321, or Comox Valley Crimestoppers at 1-800-222TIPS (1-800-222-8477). You don’t have to give your name and you could be eligible for a cash reward.

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electoral area homeowners can now receive up to $2100 for this home improvement. Homeowners within the municipalities of Courtenay, Comox and Cumberland are eligible for the provincial rebates of up to $1700 from this program.

Heat pumps are a highly efficient technology because they use a small amount of electricity to move a large amount of heat. Typical homes using oil heat can reduce their heating bills by 40 to 75 per cent through this upgrade, significantly shrink their greenhouse gas emissions, and reduce their risk of oil tank spills.

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Victoria area gardens theme for Rhodo Society meeting Gardens in and around Victoria will be the theme of the Tuesday, November 10 meeting of the North Island Rhododendron Society (NIRS). The gardens were all vividly captured by members Barb and Brian Staton during tours while the Statons were at the recent American Rhododendron Society Convention in Sidney-by-the-Sea in early May

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The recently-launched provincial oil-to-heatpump incentive program is helping households reduce their home energy bills by offering up to $1,700 in rebates to update their oil furnace with a new heat pump.

As home heating oil is a significant source of rural Comox Valley greenhouse gas emissions, the Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) is offering a $400 bonus incentive to electoral area homeowners participating in this program.

By accessing the new CVRD incentive through the oil-to-heat-pump incentive program from the Province of BC, CVRD

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this year. Among the highlights of the daily tours were the Royal Roads Gardens, the Horticultural Center of the Pacific and the serene 10acre woodland gardens of Towner Crest owned by 93-year-old Evelyn Weesjes.

The Statons are long-time Valley residents and in their Miracle Beach garden they have more than 250

distinct rhododendrons that include both hybrids and species plants.

NIRS holds its meetings at the Comox United Church, 250 Beach Avenue each month.

Doors open at 7 pm followed by a business meeting and the presentation. Anyone interested in membership is welcome and refreshments are served.

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Switch from oil heat (Continued from page 14) “Oil-to-heat-pump upgrades are a winwin for residents and the community,” explained Vince Van Tongeren, policy and sustainability analyst for the CVRD. “Residents will improve home comfort and save on their energy bills, and the community will benefit from protection of our air, land, and water.”

Funding for the oil to heat pump incentive program is provided through the Ministry of Energy and Mines’ Innovative Clean Energy (ICE) Fund, designed to support the B.C. government’s energy, economic, environmental, and greenhouse gas reduction priorities and advance B.C.’s clean energy sector. The additional bonus incentive of $400 for electoral area residents is provided as part of the CVRD’s rural Comox Valley community climate action plan.

To qualify for the oil to heat pump incentive program, homeowners must have an energy evaluation, install a qualifying central or mini-split heat pump, and remove their oil tank and oil heating system.

Incentives are available on a first-come, first-served basis while funds last. To learn more, or to register for the oil to heat pump incentive program, visit www.oiltoheatpump.ca Choose your favourite way to stay up-todate or to join in the conversation:

Macdonald Wood Park society opposes Croteau Road site for No. 2 pump station Group will make their concerns known at sewage commission

BY MICHAEL BRIONES Echo Staff The Macdonald Wood Park Society is protesting the new site selected for Comox No. 2 pump station.

The group is encouraging residents in the area to voice opposition to this option by sending letters to the Comox Valley Sewage Commission and Ministry of Transportation.

The society will also be making a presentation to the commission on Tuesday afternoon to express their views.

The CVRD chose the base of Croteau Road as the ideal alternative to the Beech Road property for the pump station.

It is currently an unopened road right-of-way with the Town of Comox owning half of the property and the other half owned by Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure.

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T Courtenay and District Museum The is i celebrating the City’s 100th anniversary with the publication a of a coffee table style book with the help of the Comox Valley Echo.

It is a high quality magazine style publication with a durable cover.

Historically rich content focuses on activities of people who have shaped our community over the decades. Proceeds from the sales of book copies will help the museum with funding development of programs and activities. Copies are $3.00 each which includes GST, and are available at the Museum and the Echo.

Macdonald Wood Park and is heavily used by the public.

The society’s recent newsletter stated that it is the only public and open access to Croteau Bech and the Rotary boardwalk.

This site, the society stated, was not on the list of 20 recommended sites identified by Heuristics Consulting Associates that was hired by the CVRD. They questioned why CVRD would employ a consultant and then go on to ignore the results. The consultant’s first choice, the society said, is an industrially zoned site, Pump Station No. 1.

The society sees the creation of a water pump at Croteau Road right-ofway to be harmful to the environment and will likely disrupt the quiet and natural setting of the area that public enjoys.

The group highlighted the MoTI’s policy on closure of actively used rights of ways that provide access to

water.

“It is is the goal of the ministry to ensure that all public access to watr is preserved and dealt with consistently across the province.

To that end, rights of way under the ministry’s jurisdiction which provide public access to water are to be retained and managed with both present and future public use in mind.”

The society is asking the commission, that based on the policy, they should reject the selection of Croteau Road site for the No. 2 pump.

The CVRD has indicated that at this time the new building footprint is not known, however, the building will be designed and configured to fit within the parcel created by the road right-ofway. As part of the project, the CVRD will maintain long term access to the beach and Rotary boardwalk.

The CVRD is committed to working with the residents to address any concerns.

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Injured young worker brings safety message to local students cord injury meaning there was a greater percentage chance to recovery. After hours of surgery and months of rehab coupled with his sheer determination, Perry was able to regain strength and almost complete feeling in his legs to walk again. But the therapy for his mental well-being would take much longer.

Fourteen years, numerous public speaking events with youth and presentations to employers later, Nick hopes to instill a sense of safety with young employees today and to break the stigma attached to asking ques-

BY MARY LEE Echo Staff Nick Perry was a young, ambitious and ambivalent 19-years-old when he started work at a Victoria lumberyard. After only six months on the job, he was involved in a careless accident attributed to a lack of safety precautions and poor judgement. Fortytwo loose sheets of fibre board weighing 1,200 kilograms that were not properly secured fell on him from a forklift leaving him a paraplegic temporarily.

Fortunately Perry suffered incomplete spinal

Nick Perry tions in the workplace.

Perry shared his story with hundreds of high school students at Vanier High School recently as part of his Vancouver Island speaking engagement. The local high school and Highland have consistently been involved with Perry’s speaking tour

for many years.

“I consider myself a soldier for safety,” says Perry.

“I like being on the front line in the community, spreading a positive message to students and employers about workplace safety and awareness.”

WorkSafeBC approached Perry within a few months following the accident with a proposal to be one of four young adults to share their story in a video production title “Lost Youth.” Perry didn’t realize that it would take him down a road of healing.

“What kept me doing this again and again is the engagement from the

students,” explains Perry.

“It’s super therapeutic for me.”

While the injury rate for young workers has improved, on average 18 young workers are injured daily in B.C. In 2014, four young workers were killed on the job.

Many young workers and their parents aren’t aware of their safety rights and don’t fully understand the dangers they could face while on the job. Perry says there still seems to be a fear of reprisal from employers if a young student employee starts asking questions about safety risks and what they are doing to mitigate them.

“Ask more questions, get more familiar with the job before you start doing things by yourself,” states Perry. “Get comfortable talking with employees.”

Perry also notes that

the onus need not all be on the young employees.

Safety begins in the workplace, a mandate of WorkSafeBC that speakers like Perry help spread.

“I want to see a consistent level of safety every year, adds Perry. “And I’d like to see safety transition to all employers.”

Today, Perry measures risk quite differently than he did in his youth and calculates risk in all aspects of his life including recreational activity.

“My six-month daughter holds me accountable,” declares Perry as he speaks proudly of his family. “Now that I am a parent, I would want to know that my child is going to work in a safe place.”

For safety information go to: http://www2. worksafebc.com/Topics/ YoungWorker/ResourcesEmployers.asp

NIC strategic plans puts students first as its top priority

BY MICHAEL BRIONES Echo Staff Student experiences and success will continue to be a top priority of North Island College.

It’s number one on the list of nine key priorities highlighted in the college’s five-year strategic plan that was recently released.

The 2020 plan also contained 45 goals for the College between 2016 and 2020.

In identifying the priorities, the college reviewed its previous strategic plan and also conducted meetings with more than 500 people from central to northern Vancouver Island over the past year.

NIC President John Bowman is not surprised that student success topped the list.

“I am happy with the clarity and the feedback we’ve received from all of

NIC President John Bowman our stakeholders, employees, students and community,” said Bowman. “I think it has helped us focus and it’s evident how realistic and comprehensive our five year plan is.

And that reflects the mandate of the college and the expectations that our region and community have for us to be doing as much as we can to meet their

education training needs.”

The other eight priorities, which empower students and strengthen their foundation for success across the region include: High-quality, relevant, responsive curriculum and programs; Access to learning and services across the region; Aboriginal education and Indigenization; International education and internationalization; People, organization, culture; Resources, investment, sustainability; Active connections to community; College identity and brand.

Bowman said they are going to start developing annual plans to support the college’s long-term vision for the future.

“We won’t be finished in five years but we expect to make significant progress in relation to all the priorities and most, if not all the goals,” said Bowman. “It

won’t be a case that in five years we’re able to check them all off and say ‘that’s done and we will never do that again. They’re really going to be ongoing, things that we worked on.”

As an example, Bowen said although they’ve made significant progress in aboriginal education in recent years, their job is still not done.

“There is still a lot to do” said Bowman.

The BC Labour Market Report projects one million job openings across BC between 2012 and 2022, with 78 per cent of those jobs requiring postsecondary education.

NIC Plan 2020 will be instrumental in preparing health care professionals, tradespeople, artists, social workers, business leaders, and university graduates.

“Many people contributed greatly to this plan,” said Bowman. “But every

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Who is this man from the Middle East? Peace activist, former Captain in the Israeli Air Force, and moral giant - and he is coming to Vancouver Island in early November to share his story.

Israeli-born Yonatan Shapira served for 12 years as a Blackhawk Helicopter pilot, flying hundreds of missions for the Israeli Air Force.

He was one of 27 Israeli air force officers who denounced as war crimes the “targeted assassinations” carried out in the densely-populated Gaza Strip.

The 27 were dismissed from the air force, and Shapira went on to cofound Combatants for Peace with other disillusioned Israeli and Palestinian ex-fighters.

He subsequently joined the Freedom Flotilla movement aimed at bringing world attention to the Egyptian/Is-raeli naval blockade of Gaza.

He piloted the Jewish Boat to Gaza (2010), was a crew member of the US Boat to Gaza -- The Audacity of Hope (2011), and sailed on the Estelle, along with former NDP MP Jim Manly of Nanaimo (the only Canadian on board) from Sweden in 2012.

The public is invited to hear Shapira speak at North Island College’s Stan Hagen Theatre in Courtenay on Friday, November 6th at 7 pm.

On Saturday, November 7th at 1 pm, he will speak on Denman Island at the Community Hall.

Both talks are open to the general public; donations appreciated.

Sponsored locally by Mid-islanders for Justice & Peace in the Middle East, this is a rare opportunity to listen and learn from a compelling and committed non-violent human rights advocate.

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Mt. Washington resort finds buyer Owners retire from ski business after 25 years at the helm Mount Washington Ski Resort, Ltd. has announced the sale of all of the ski and recreational operations of the resort to a subsidiary of Pacific Group Resorts, Inc., a multi resort holding company headquartered in Park City, Utah.

The new owners have expertise in using snowmaking machines and intend to install equipment at the local resort.

The sale also includes most of the development land near and around the base of the resort.

The current ownership group will retain two prime development parcels.

Because the companies are privately held, no sale price was disclosed.

“Over the past 25 years, George Stuart and his ownership group have invested a tremendous amount of money and energy into Mount Washington,” noted Peter Gibson, president and general manager of Mount Washington Alpine Resort.

“We are indebted to them for what they have

Mt. Washington’s Don Sharpe talks about the resort’s sale (Photo: Dean Stoltz/CHEK News) helped us build here. Now it’s their time to retire from the ski business, and we’re pretty pleased with the group they have chosen to sell to.”

Mount Washington will be the fourth resort in Pacific Group Resort’s current portfolio.

Gibson commented, “We are looking forward to working with PGRI to take Mount Washington to the next level with im-

provements like snowmaking where they have a strong background.”

PGRI’s other resorts are in the eastern U.S. and have virtually 100% snowmaking coverage.

Pacific Group Resort’s president of resort investments, Mark Fischer, explained.

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sition of the resort to new ownership. It finally worked out that this was the right time, and we are very excited to have the opportunity to add Mount Washington to our portfolio.”

Fischer added, “We are very happy to be working with Peter (Gibson) and his management group.

They are industry pros, and we’re proud to have them join our team.”

Fischer said he expected the staff and daily ops would remain largely unchanged from previous years.

“We’ve been working on this transition for a number of years now,” added Gibson.

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Truthfully, they’ve been great to work with.”

Pacific Group Resorts (PGRI) now operates four ski and snowboard resorts and four golf courses, plus numerous other resort activities such as adventure parks with mountain coasters, canopy tours, ropes courses, tubing, and lift served mountain biking and hiking trails.

The company’s Wisp Resort has a state of the art man-made white water rafting course at the top of the mountain which hosted the 2014 World Championships for kayaking and canoeing. www.pgri.us

EDS welcomes investment in local tourism industry

Comox Valley Economic Development says the sale of Mt. Washington illustrates one of the largest foreign direct investments in the region.

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Rates on the rise for water and sewer utilities in Comox

BY MARY LEE Echo Staff Commercial and residential customers in Comox will see an increase in their water, sewer and waste collection and disposal utility fees beginning in January. The increase is largely due to the increase in cost the Regional District charges back to the municipality.

In 2015, the Regional District increased its sewer requisition and landfill tipping fees, which will be further increased beginning January 2016. Water rates will also rise in the new year.

Town of Comox anticipated these rate hikes in the 2015-2019 Financial Plan and has budgeted the 2016 utilities fee increase of 5 cents per cubic meter for water for customers on metered rates. Over 600 cubic meters, water rates increase to $1.56. Flat rate customers will not see any increase in water rates because the summer Stage 3 water restrictions that

resulted in a cost savings.

Sewer rates will increase by $21 and garbage by $12 ($9 for multi-family units) per year.

Schools, cafes and restaurants and the Harbour Authority will not be affected by the sewer rate increase because they are already changed a sufficient amount each month to cover the 2016 sewer costs.

Rate hikes are anticipated to continue over the next four years as stated in the Financial Plan. Beyond 2016, increase in utility rates is dependent upon the Regional District’s rates and on the volume that the Town of Comox has to pay for.

Utility fee increases will be outlined in the 2016 2020 Financial Plan and amended, if necessary, according to the actual costs incurred in 2016.

Three bylaws granting authority for the Town of Comox to increase utility rates were passed by Council Wednesday, October 28.

Single-engine plane partially submerged after an aborted landing and missed take-off (Photo: Dean Stoltz/CHEK News)

No one hurt as plane takes a swim A pilot and passenger escaped unhurt after their plane skidded off the runway Monday morning at Courtenay Airpark and ended up in the Courtenay River.

The pilot apparently overshot the runway while attempting to land and tried to take off again but failed.

The single-engine craft then crashed through a fence and into the river.

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and Courtenay Fire responded to the area and located the plane floating in the water and the two occupants safely on shore.

Transport Canada was called as well as the Department of Fisheries and BC Environment to address any environmental concerns.

Pilot Ian Barnes, of Victoria, said he came in too fast for the landing.

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“We were probably doing 60-70 knots and it happened and didn’t have a whole lot of time to think about it but hit the water, jumped out of the canopy, turned the fuel off, turned all the electrics off like you’re supposed to and walked off the wing,” said Barnes.

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Be a difference maker for children around the world this Christmas

The Comox Valley is once again excited to help bring joy and hope into the lives of thousands of hurting children around the world through gift ďŹ lled shoe boxes.

Last year generous people from around the Comox Valley prepared and gave over 1500 shoeboxes all in partnership with Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan’s Purse now entering their 22nd season.

What’s amazing is that over 100 million shoeboxes have been given during this time.

In 2014, Canadians donated 700,474 gift ďŹ lled shoeboxes for hurting children around the world. Worldwide over 10 Million shoe boxes were given last year.

We are pleased to announce that our 2015 shoebox campaign is well underway. There seems to be increased excitement as word is getting out to our community where individuals, businesses, schools and many of our local churches are getting involved in packing shoeboxes this year.

Comox Pentecostal Church once again is the Local Collection Center where shoe boxes can be dropped off during the days November 19th - 21st. (Thursday 10am

- 7pm as well Friday & Saturday 10am - 2pm) Each gift-ďŹ lled shoebox should contain a wellbalanced variety of school supplies, toys, hygiene products, and a personal note and photo if you wish.

The requested $7 donation for each shoebox is used to help cover the cost of international ship-

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For more information, pick up empty shoeboxes, promotional material please contact our local coordinator Faye Schellenberg who along with her team of Karen Beitel, May Lortie and Joanne McEwan who will be happy to assist you in any way. 250.334.9678 or 250.339.4536 or www. samaritanspurse.ca Finally, Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes open doors for Samaritan’s Purse to provide children, families, and communities with access to clean water, food, clothing, shelter, medical assistance and more. Shoeboxes from Operation Christmas Child transcend all barriers - language, culture, geography, and politics-to give joy and hope to hurting children around the world.

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‘Truly charming’ film about legendary bike maker The Sid’s new documentary series presents inspiring work and audience favourite

The Sid Williams Theatre Society will screen Marinoni: The Fire In The Frame on Thursday November 12th as part of the theatre society’s new Sid Docs series.

Giuseppe Marinoni found his calling when he transitioned from champion cyclist to master bike craftsman. But after years hunched over toxic fumes, his passion almost killed him. Today, at age 75, Marinoni is back in top shape, and decided to attempt the world hour record for his age group, all on a bike he built with his own hands almost 40 years ago.

A top 10 audience favourite at the 2014 Hot Docs Festival in Toronto, this documentary film by Montreal filmmaker Tony Girardin has been hailed as “truly charming” by Vancouver Courier and “quirky and uplifting” by Maclean’s magazine.

“The only way to cure my obsession with collecting vintage road bikes was to make a film about

one of the most revered and charismatic bicycle craftsman on the planet,” Girardin said.

“When people ask me how long it took to make this film, I often say one year to film, one year to edit, and before all that, three years to convince Giuseppe to participate in the project. It was like luring a mythical creature from its den, and having a camera on hand to capture it. Well worth all the effort.”

Marinoni is blessed with a huge heart that has pumped the passion and poison of bike racing for four decades in this eccentric and inspiring character study of a cycling legend.

From the Hot Docs festival organizers: “One can’t help but admire the zeal of this charming curmudgeon, making this a life-affirming portrait of a rare artist.”

Girardin is happy that comes through in the film.

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Filmmaker Girardin will introduce the film and participate in a Q&A following the screening.

The screening of this film is sponsored by the Evergreen Club.

Tickets for Marinoni: The Fire In The Frame are $10 for members and $13 for general public (plus applicable fees). Purchase in person at the Ticket Centre Tuesday to Saturday from 10am to 4pm, by phone 250.338.2430, or online at sidwilliamstheatre.com.

SHARING TEA AMIDST CONFLICT How can there be peace in Israel and Palestine?

Can you have peace without justice? Is a two state solution even possible?

These questions stirred Debbie Hubbard and Dean Reidt to volunteer to serve for three months as human rights observers in the occupied territory of Palestine. The answers to those questions became clearer as they worked along side Palestinian and Israeli activists from October 2014 to January 2015 in East Jerusalem and Bethlehem.

The Alberta couple will be sharing stories of their experiences and some of

the reality on the ground that they witnessed on: Thursday, November 12, 2015 at 7:00 p.m., Comox United Church, 250 Beach Drive, Comox.

In the words of the late Nigerian writer Chinua Achebe “until lions have their own historians, the history of the hunt will always glorify the hunter.”

This is an opportunity to hear the story from a perspective that is often not shared in the Canadian media.

Please feel warmly invited to this event.

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A highlight of the jazz club year coming

One of the key performances of the season is when the Nanaimo Musiciansâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Association (NMA) Big Band takes the stage at the Avalanche Bar. This Thursday, the band returns with Sydney Needham, who is without doubt the most accomplished jazz vocalist on Vancouver Island.

Last year, we were disappointed that she couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t make the show on account of another booking in Vancouver, but we have been assured by the bandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s founder, Bryan Stovell that Sydney will be a key ďŹ gure in Thursdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s show.

During her last appearance almost two years ago, when she was pressured into one more encore from a wild audience she said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Well, you asked for it!â&#x20AC;? and delivered what currently stands as the wildest vocal yet performed on our stage. The song title doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t bear repaeting, which is probably why itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s so memorable. Sydney is the most powerful jazz vocalist in this part of the world; her songs are full of expression and passion. This young lady is bound for greatness, so this is your chance to see

her before she becomes yet-one-more great alumnus from this musical incubator. The Avalanche Bar atmosphere will allow you to experience the raw power of her performance.

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It would be easy to say that the excitement is due to Sydneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s performance, yet that would be offensive to the members of the 17 piece band, which sets the standard for big band jazz performance on the Island. The NMA was founded in 1967

by Bryan Stovell, recently retired Chairman of the Vancouver Island University Music Department. The band comprises some of the best big band musicians from the Mid Island region as well as some of VIUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top students from the Music Program.

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This is bound to be a popular show, so if you plan on sitting together with friends, get there early. Admission is $10 for members, $12 for non-members. As usual, meals and snacks will be served before and during the show.

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Any unused portion of a discount will not be refunded and may not be banked for future use. Offers are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Conditions apply. While supplies last. X$12,198 selling price includes MSRP and fees for a new 2015 Sentra 1.8 S M6 (C4LG55 AA00). $5,000 NCI non-stackable cash discount, which includes $350 dealer participation included in advertised amount. +Cash discount is $5,250/$2,500 available on 2015 Pathfinder S 4X4 (5XBG15 AA00). $5,250 comprised of ‘No Charge AWD’ credit of $2,450 NCF standard rate cash, $300 dealer participation. Only applicable with finance through Nissan Canada Finance at standard rates. †Representative finance offer based on any new 2015 Pathfinder S 4X4 (5XBG15 AA00). Selling price is $32,458 financed at 0% APR equals monthly payments of $451 monthly for a 72 month term. $0 down payment required. Cost of borrowing is $0 for a total obligation of $32,458. 2015 Pathfinder S 4X4 (5XBG15 AA00) does not qualify for ‘No Charge AWD credit’. This offer cannot be combined with any other offer. Conditions apply. VModels shown $37,008/$25,998/$48,708 Selling price for a new 2016 Rogue SL AWD Premium (Y6DG16 BK00)/ 2015 Sentra 1.8 SL (C4TG15 AA00)/2015 Pathfinder Platinum (5XEG15 AA00). See your dealer or visit Nissan.ca/Loyalty. *X±≠VFreight and PDE charges ($1,760/$1,600/$1,760) air-conditioning levy ($100) where applicable, applicable fees (all which may vary by region), manufacturer’s rebate and dealer participation where applicable are included. License, registration, insurance and applicable taxes are extra. Lease offers are available on approved credit through Nissan Canada Finance for a limited time, may change without notice and cannot be combined with any other offers except stackable trading dollars. Vehicles and accessories are for illustration purposes only. For more information see IIHS.org. °Available feature. FEB cannot prevent accidents due to carelessness or dangerous driving techniques. It may not provide warning or braking in certain conditions. Speed limitations apply. ^Ward’s Large Cross/Utility Market Segmentation. MY15 Pathfinder and Pathfinder Hybrid vs. 2014 competitors. ‡Around View Monitor cannot completely eliminate blind spots and may not detect every object. Always check surroundings before moving vehicle. Virtual composite 360 view. ∞Global Automakers of Canada (GAC) Entry Level Segmentation, June 2015. The Nissan Sentra received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among compact cars in the proprietary J.D. Power 2015 Initial Quality StudySM. Study based on responses from 84,367 new-vehicle owners, measuring 244 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of owners surveyed in February-May 2015. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com. See your participating Nissan retailer for complete details. ©2015 Nissan Canada Inc. and Nissan Canada Financial Services Inc. a division of Nissan Canada Inc.

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CELEBRATE YOU! Autumn Wellness Event & Y.A.N.A Benefit Drive by voluntary donation.

Saturday November 7, 10 am - 6 pm. The House of Now Wellness Center in downtown Courtenay is hosting its semi-annual Benefit Drive to celebrate Health and Wellness in the Comox Valley.

This event is a great opportunity to indulge in a day of focused self care while supporting a valuable local nonprofit society. The community can enjoy Yoga Classes, Developmental Workshops, Massage and other therapy sessions from certified professionals all by voluntary donation.

This event is located at The House of Now, 536 Fifth Street, Courtenay.

For more information or to schedule your session(s), see the website event page at http://www.thehouseofnow.com/

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New brewery wins prize Forbidden Brewing Co. took home second

place in the UK Pale Ale Category at the 2015 BC

College students’ survey Saturday seeking views on climate change

On the afternoon of November 7, one hundred North Island College students will fan out from the campus on Ryan road.

They will knock on the doors of 1000 nearby homes.

Residents will be asked to take part in a survey to obtain their opinions and beliefs about climate change.

Participation is entirely voluntary, all responses are anonymous and confidential and the survey will take less than 10 minutes.

Students will have North Island College identification.

The benefit of this survey is that it will provide valid information on residents’ attitudes.

Equally importantly, students have the op-

portunity to participate in a hands-on, meaningful project early in their studies.

This is a rare opportunity for students and North Island College is one of the few post-secondary institutions that provides applied research activities to first year students.

The experience of surveying and interviewing is valuable for many careers. Participating in an applied, relevant activity motivates and inspires students.

As indicated, participation is entirely voluntary.

However, we would like to obtain the full range of residents opinions and we hope that participation rate will be high and residents will help students with this course project.

Beer Awards. The BC Beer Awards & Festival celebrates the very best craft beer brewed in British Columbia.

This year’s sold out event took place on Saturday October 24th, 2015 in Vancouver.

“For this year’s event, a whopping 78 BC breweries submitted an impressive 580 unique beers to be judged against 20 different categories.

“Over the course of 2 days, judges tasted each of the beers and ranked them on attributes such as aroma, appearance, flavour, mouthfeel and overall impression.

“Each beer is ranked in

From left to right: Michael Vincent, Owner/Operator; Nicholas Williams, Owner/Brew Master; Nathan Hamilton, Assistant Brewer its category by a variety of judges to gain consensus on the beer and where it stacks up against the

competition.

“Top categories saw dozens of entries in the tightest race that the BC

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Beer Awards has ever seen.” says Dustin Sept, BeerMeBC. “Winning an award in a competition with top BC breweries, on our equipment and with our experience, is a great achievement.

“We are very proud to be included with many of the best beers in BC.” says Michael Vincent, owner/ operator.

“We want to keep setting the bar high and creating quality beer.”

Forbidden Brewing Co. is located in the Best Western Westerly Hotel on the south side of their front entrance.

Their lounge is open for by the glass sales and growler fills Wednesday through Sunday from noon until late.

Open house to discuss Black Creek funding request The public is invited to discuss the Black Creek Community Association’s request for an increase in the requisition amount from the Comox Valley Regional District at a public consultation/open house Thursday, November 12, at 7 p.m. at the Black Creek Community Centre, 2001 Black Creek Road.

The CVRD is reviewing amending its current contribution service agreement to increase the maximum requisition by 25 per cent (bringing the current funding from $53,000 to $65,500), effective January 1, 2016. All money received from the CVRD goes toward operating the community centre facility.

Area C director Edwin

LOVE BOOKS? Don’t miss the Courtenay Rotary Club Book Sale!

November 4 - 7th Wed - Fri 9AM - 7PM Sat 9AM - 5PM

Comox Center Mall Funds raised help to support many community projects!

Grieve will be in attendance, and the BCCA annual budget will also be presented. Refreshments will follow.

The non-profit Black Creek Community Centre has seen significant growth in community usage, and has experienced increased fitness programming, larger community events, and increased

training and educational programming for ages preschool to senior citizen.

The BCCA is encouraging the public to attend and provide feedback as part of this review process. Please contact BCCA Executive Director, Dana Starritt for more information at execdirector@blackcreek-cc.com.

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WHAT'SON In the Comox Valley 6 FRIDAY COURTENAY ROTARY GIANT BOOK SALE • Nov. 6 and 7, Comox Centre Mall, 10 am.

PEACE TALK • Yonatan Shaprira, from Israeli Air Force pilot to peace activist. Friday, November 6, 7:00 pm, Stan Hagen Theatre, North Island College.

Also Saturday, November 7, 1:00 pm, Denman Island Community Hall.

PEARL ELLIS GALLERY IN COMOX • Presents: “COMOX VALLEY PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY – SHOWCASE 2015” From October 20th – November 8th . Open Tues – Sat from 10 am – 4 pm, Sun 1 – 4 pm, Closed Monday. Free Admission. Located at 1729 Comox Avenue. FMI and to see a virtual gallery of the current show go to www. pearlellisgallery.com PARTY WITH A PURPOSE • The local Parrot Head club is having a benefit party 7:30 pm, at the Roy Pub in Royston, with proceeds to the recovery fund for local entertainer Todd Butler, and the Parrot Refuge in Coombs. $20 per ticket.

Guests can dine and enjoy a show with Calgary entertainer (and fellow Parrot Head), Chuck Rose.

On November 7, The Mex will be transformed into a tropical paradise with an entertainment doubleheader: Chuck Rose will open the night, and the evening will be capped off with more high-energy dance tunes from the Valley’s well known band, The Rangers (formerly Pacific Disturbance), who will keep the pub rockin’.

While there is no cover charge for the Mex event, admission is by donation ($10 minimum suggested).

COURTENAY LEGION • Meat draws every Friday, 5-7 pm.

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.

7 SATURDAY CHRISTMAS TEA AND BAZAAR • The Comox United Church Women will be holding their annual Christmas Tea and Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 7 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, at 250 Beach Drive in Comox. There will be a great variety of baking, jams and jellies, sewing, knitting, crafts, books, CDs, DVDs, games and a Treasure Table with many

items that would make wonderful gifts. The Knitting Club of the church will be selling their knitted goods as well.

There will be tea, coffee and goodies for people to enjoy as well. FMI: 250-339-4229.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST • The Comox Seniors’ Association invites everyone to our popular Fall Pancake Breakfast and our Bargain Books, Baked goods, Crafts and Garage sale on Saturday November 7th from 9 AM to 12 noon at d’Esterre House 1801 Beaufort Ave., beside the Comox Town Hall. For only $5.00 per person you get your complete Breakfast prepared by our club volunteers and you can browse our sale items for free.

COMOX VALLEY FARMERS MARKET • 9-12 every Saturday at the Native Sons Hall, 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. Music and dancing.

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

8 SUNDAY LIVING WITH A DRAGON • 9 am, Nov. 8 Westerly Hotel, Courtenay. A free workshop for cancer survivors and their supporters. www.livingwith a dragon.ca SONGS OF REMEMBRANCE • 2 pm, upper hall, Comox Legion. Free concert by Serendipity Jazz. Children and families welcome.

ST. THOMAS TRADITIONAL ANGLICAN CHURCH • Invites you to worship with us each Sunday at 11 am. 440 England Ave., Courtenay with kind thanks to Piercy’s Mt. Washington Funeral Chapel for the use of their facility. Fr. George Daley 250-871-6782, fatherg3@ telus.net National Website: www.anglicancatholic.ca

9 MONDAY EVERGREEN CLUB WHIST • Come join us every Monday (doesn’t run on Statutory Holidays) for a fun night of Whist. Come early to sign up.

It takes place at 7:30 pm in the Rotary Hall of Courtenay Recreation’s Florence Filberg Centre. Only $2.00 a person and you must be an Evergreen Club member.

20 hands of play, door prizes, snacks and good fun will be had by all. New players welcome. FMI call 250-3381000 or check out the website www.evergreenclub.me 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: 250-334-1883.

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.

10 TUESDAY SEA CADETS CEREMONIAL DIVISIONS • 6:30 pm, Comox Centre Mall.

Special parade at the HMCS Alberni Museum.

CANDLELIGHT CEREMONY • 7 pm, Nov. 10, Comox cenotaph. Army Cadets will be holding vigil all night. Sponsored by Comox Legion.

PEARL ELLIS GALLERY IN COMOX PRESENTS • “A GROUP SHOW” by “BRUSHWORKS” From November 10th – 29th . Open Tues – Sat from 10 am – 4 pm, Sun 1 – 4 pm, Closed Monday. Free Admission.

Located at 1729 Comox Avenue.

FMI and to see a virtual gallery of the current show go to www. pearlellisgallery.com (Gallery is closed November 11th ) COMOX VALLEY GENEALOGY GROUP • Meets Tues. November 10th, at 7 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.1901 20th St. Courtenay. Subject ...Politics, Religion and Sex..Our Puritan Heritage –presentation by Barb Page. Everyone Welcome.

FMI..Marlene 250-334-3080 Nirs November meeting NORTH ISLAND RHODODENDRON SOCIETY • Gardens in and around Victoria will be the theme of the

Tuesday, November 10 meeting of the NIRS. The gardens were all vividly captured by members Barb and Brian Staton during tours while the Statons were at the recent American Rhododendron Society Convention in Sidney-by-the-Sea in early May this year. NIRS holds its meetings at the Comox United Church, 250 Beach Avenue each month.

Doors open at 7 pm followed by a business meeting and the presentation. Anyone interested in membership is welcome and refreshments are served.

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.

DUPLICATE BRIDGE • Every Tuesday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 1 p.m., Comox Seniors Centre.

11 WEDNESDAY COURTENAY LEGION REMEMBRANCE DAY • Annual breakfast 9 am, upper hall.

COMOX LEGION REMEMBRANCE DAY • 11 AM at the cenotaph.

CUMBERLAND REMEMBRANCE DAY • 10:30 am at the Cumberland Legion and cenotaph.

ISLAND VOICES REMEMBRANCE DAY CONCERT • 2 pm, Nov. 11 at St. George’s United Church. “Voices in embmrance.”

12 THURSDAY H U M A N R I G H T S TA L K • Thursday,November 12, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:45 p.m.

Comox United Church, 250 Beach Drive. Debbie Hubbard and Dean Reidt will share their stories and experiences from their time there as human rights observers with the Ecumenical Accompaniment Program in Palestine and Israel, a program of the World Council of Churches.

Light refreshments will be served.

Questions? Contact Debbie by email at: sowingseedsofpossibilities@gmail.com CV HARD OF HEARING SUPPORT GROUP • The next meeting of the ‘CHHA’ will be held Thursday, Nov. 12, at the Tsolum Building ( behind Lewis Center Ctny – near tennis court). Guest speaker Lloyd Kuhn will speak on ‘The Lions Club and Support that Club offers to those who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing’. Presentation starts at 10 am, short business meeting to follow. New members, family and friends, most welcome. Hope to see you there!

FMI call Mary 250 339 4706 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 250-338-2700.

THERAPEUTIC RELAXATION PROGRAM

FOR PERSONS EXPERIENCING CHRONIC PAIN OR ILLNESS • Thursdays, 1:15-2:30 p.m., Nursing Centre, 615 10th St. Free. Sponsored by the Nursing Centre. FMI: Diane Davie 250-338-2700.

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CHARLES DICKENS CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIRE • Nov. 13 (3-8 pm), 14 (10 am to 5 pm) and 15 (10 am to 4 pm), Florence Filberg Centre. Two floors. $3 admission for adults; ere for children.

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4R’S EDUCATION CENTRE (SOC.) 4TH ANNUAL CASINO ROYALE • Sat. 14th Nov. at 7 p.m. Crown Isle, Courtenay. Enjoy ‘funny money’ games of chance and more. Tickets ($40) include $500 funny money and late night hors d’oeuvres. Bulk discount (10+) available from office. FMI: 250-338-4890

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MUSEUM LECTURE • Tuesday, November 17th: “Soul of Wilderness, Journeys in the Coast Mountains” with authors John Baldwin and Linda Bily. Lecture begins 7:00 pm at the Courtenay and District Museum. Tickets $6 (plus GST). Advance tickets recommended. FMI and to purchase tickets: 250-334-0686 ext.

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Local big band wraps up Fanny Bay jazz series The Comox Valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 20-person Big Band invades the Fanny Bay Hall on Saturday November 7 at 7:00 for the ďŹ nal performance of this fantastic four performance music series.

The Georgia Strait Big Band is continuing a music legacy in the Valley that dates back over 70 years, when Big Band Saturday night dances were held at the Native Sons Hall and the Fanny Bay Hall ....way back when!

Wow - What a Band!... performing tunes made famous by The Count, Gillespie and Ellington and all expertly led by Conductor Greg Bush, Professor of Jazz Studies at Vancouver Island University.

Included in the Bandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s repertoire are â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fanny Bay Hall Premieresâ&#x20AC;? of original Big Band arrangements and compositions, written

by Greg Bush, especially for the Band, indicative of his special rapport with the band.

forget your dancing shoes for the designated dance area to kick up you heels. Bring your dancing energy and enthusiasm!

All of the personnel who participated in the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Live at Fanny Bay Hallâ&#x20AC;? music series are very grateful to the Board of the Fanny Bay Hall, who embraced this live music concept from the very beginning of planning. A thank you also goes to great audience members at the various performances for their support of live music.

Advance tickets are $15 and available at Laughing Oyster Books in Courtenay, Red Carpet Boutique in Comox, Weinbergs Good Food in Buckley Bay, Salish Sea Market in Bowser and Mulberry Books in Qualicum Visit us on Facebook at â&#x20AC;&#x153;Live at Fanny Bay Hallâ&#x20AC;? and www.fannybaycommunity.com

For the past 9 years, Greg has travelled weekly from his home in Nanaimo to support Big Band music in the Valley with his expert direction of the Georgia Strait Big Band.

A professor of Jazz Studies at Vancouver Island University, Gregâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leadership,

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The Plog

In case you wondered why the flag at Courtenay city hall is at half-mast this week, it’s in honour of City Freeman Maudy Hobson, who died recently. Her late husband George was also a former mayor of the city.

The flag will remain at half staff until the memorial service on Monday.

Maudy, a member of one of the district’s early pioneer families, was a tireless volunteer for many local groups and charities.

Centennial t-shirts are

now on sale for only $10 at Courtenay Recreation Lewis Centre and Florence Filberg Centre. Please note that limited quantity and sizes are available. For more information Courtenay Recreation:250-338-5371 or 250-338-1000.

Ironwood Shake & Tile is celebrating their 12th Anniversary, which commemorates 12 amazing and enjoyable years in business.

This is a huge milestone for the Comox Valley-based roofing business, which has

DENTISTRY

Are there any medical conditions that I should tell the dentist about?

Man Up, The True Story

of the Boys Club Network is showing November 18, (7:00pm - 8:30pm) at the Stan Hagen Theatre. FREE admission.

The Community Drug Strategy Committee and the Community Justice Centre present a play set against the hard edge of growing up without male role models with a background of drugs, gangs, violence and abuse. This play explores how the Boys Club Network mentors young men to become healthy and productive adults.

Sometimes you have to “Man Up” to break through to a different life.

For more information contact Karen Rushton: drugstrategy@hotmail.com

SHOULD I BE FEEDING MY LAWNS AND GARDEN PLANTS NOW? Dr. Colleen Clancy & Dr. Ann Lu Dentists

It is important for your dentist to know your medical history as some conditions can have an effect on the outcome of your treatment and some treatments need to be discussed and adapted to best manage health risks. You will be asked to fill out a medical history form prior to your first appointment and any changes to your health should be communicated to us at subsequent visits. Inform us if you are diabetic, have allergies, heart murmurs, have had any joint replacements, heart surgeries, have any other medical conditions or are taking any medications, such as blood thinners including baby aspirin, or if you have taken bisphosphonate medication for osteoporosis even if it was in the past. Your confidentiality is strictly protected in the office.

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The short answer is you should avoid feeding most plants at this time with some exceptions. Lawns are much healthier in the spring if you feed them with fall feeder. Generally fall lawn food is low nitrogen (N) with some phosphorous (P) for good root development and higher potash (K) to promote health and disease resistance over the winter.

Herbaceous perennials can also be fed now with bone meal or a similar low nitrogen high phosphorous plant food. Even though the tops die down, the roots continue to grow through the fall and into the winter. So clean up the hostas and any other perennials with yellow or dying leaves and sprinkle a bit of bone meal into the surrounding soil to produce stronger plants with better flowering next year.

Cover crops, also called "green manure", planted in the fall will enrich the soil in your vegetable bed with vital nutrients while helping to protect your precious soils from compacting or washing away with the winter rains. Two examples of green manures are legume mixes and fall rye. Typically a cover crop is tilled into the soil while it is still green. It is winter hardy and can be turned under in early spring just before you prepare the ground for planting.

or 250-339-3603 The Comox Valley was treated to an evening of comedy last Tuesday October 27 when the Investors Group Comedy Tour visited the Sid Williams Theatre.

Three contempory comedians entertained the audience with their wit and humor.

But the biggest smiles were from the volunteers from the Comox Valley Food Bank who attended and collected food and money donations at this annual fundraiser.

Thank you to the Investors Group of financial advisors across Canada who support all Food Banks.

Created in 2003 The Comedy Tour has raised over 1.2 million dollars in BC / Alberta alone.

There was a cheque presentation of $1000 each given to the Comox Valley Food Bank and The Campbell River Food Bank by the local Investors Group.

Thank you to all the patrons who attended, the Food Bank collected over $700 and 400 kilograms of food which will be used in our ongoing program to assist people in need in the Comox Valley.

With parcel volumes expected to hit record levels again this year, Canada Post is gearing up for its busiest season in history.

The corporation has hired an additional 2,000 temporary workers, will again deliver on weekends in major urban centres starting in November and has doubled its capacity in transportation to deliver the holidays.

How can I prepare for my holiday trip as a hearing impaired traveler? Jennifer Frey,

Registered Audiologist

Travelling with hearing loss can be challenging. If you use hearing aids, pack essentials such as extra batteries, tubes, cleaning tools, a waterproof case and drying kit. At airport security, state that you are wearing hearing aids. Hearing aids usually do not trigger metal detectors nor will X-rays affect hearing instruments. Make your hearing loss known to flight attendants, tour guides and fellow travelers so that you don’t miss announcements and other information, especially emergency information.

Inform hotels about your hearing impairment.

Special provision may be made for your room regarding fire alarms. Before leaving for a holiday, visit your Hearing Care Professional and ask for advice, for clinic contact information in other parts of Canada or the US and to stock up on necessary provisions.

1.888.850.9979

Dr. Colleen Clancy and Associates #98-1742 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay, BC V9N 2K8 Phone: 250-338-2599 Web: www.drcolleenclancy.com

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provided a permanent metal roofing solution to home owners since 2003.

Ironwood Shake & Tile got its start in 2003 when founder Len Anglin found a way to provide a higher quality roofing product to Vancouver Island residents. One of the earliest challenges Ironwood Shake & Tile faced was keeping up with the demand for this excellent roofing product, but they were able to do this by expanding their services from Courtenay to Victoria and Nanaimo.

Ironwood Shake & Tile currently consists of 10 employees and has big plans for the upcoming year.

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Is a Balcony Cabin worth the Price?

Many clients ask if they should spend the extra money for a balcony cabin.

The answer is a resounding yes. A balcony cabin extends your living space to the outdoors. With full length windows and a glass door, you have easy access to your own deck space. Here are favourite balcony moments from my own cruise experience: Sipping my morning coffee while watching the sunrise over the horizon, enjoying the peace and quiet before the start of my day.

Lounging in a deck chair, breathing in the fresh salt air and feeling the ocean's breeze, steps away from the comfort of my cabin.

Having a front row view of the magnificent glaciers and fjords in Alaska while wrapped in a cozy blanket, with a hot drink in hand.

Watching a dramatic entrance into port without having to jostle for elbow space upstairs.

I often hear people say they don't spend a lot of time in their cabin. Truth is, inside or even ocean view cabins do not offer any enticements to stick around! Inside cabins offer no natural light, and neither cabin offers fresh air. A balcony makes a huge difference to your comfort level, and most people who book one actually spends more time in their cabin, which offers more chances to relax and unwind in a private space.

The price of a balcony is actually more affordable than you think, and cruise lines often offer complimentary upgrade promotions. Balcony cabins usually sell out quicker than ocean view and inside, so be sure to book yours early.

If the teeth on your denture are in good condition but it has become loose over time you may be a good candidate for a rebase. This procedure entails keeping the existing denture teeth exactly where they are and replacing the rest. What was loose (due to natural changes in anatomy over time) may once again have suction. Also, if your denture base has staining or seems more prone to breaking/cracking these days then a rebase should address these issues as well.

An evaluation of your denture by a professional will determine if it is able to be rebased. At the Comox Denture Clinic we can typically complete a rebase as a same day procedure where we see you in the morning and then again in the afternoon. This

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4EPD PDA ?KH@AN SA=PDAN QLKJ QOA I=JU LAKLHA łJ@ IKEOPQNA KJ PDAEN windows. Moisture will attract to the coldest places of your home making windows the most common target for condensation. High humidity in a home can play a major factor in window condensation as well. With higher humidity comes a higher dew point. For example if you have a room that is 70F with a humidity of 50% cold surface’s will begin to condensate at 50F. If you have a room that is 70F with a humidity of 65% cold surfaces will being to condensate at 58F requiring cold surfaces like windows to be 8 degrees warmer to prevent moisture build up. The easiest way to keep the humidity down and moisture off the windows is by using an exhaust fan in a bathroom that will run on a low speed 24 hours a day. For more info on humidity contact one of the professionals at Temprite Climate Solutions or visit our blog at tempriteclimatesolutions.com

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Hand, foot and mouth disease is a viral infection involving blister-like sores on the hands, feet and in the mouth. It is seen mainly in children in the summer and fall. It is commonly transmitted by direct contact or inhalation of airborne droplets, it can also be transmitted by touching infected objects or surfaces.

Blister-like sores are the most common symptom. The sores in the mouth can be quite painful prompting the child not to eat or drink. Symptoms usually disappear in 7 to 10 days. There is no treatment although acetaminophen can help relieve pain.

Good personal hygiene is the best prevention along with disinfecting surfaces and toys. If the infected child is healthy and feeling well there is no need to keep them home.

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Potentially. Are you a Canadian citizen who: • Lives in Canada, but your parents were born in the U.S.?

• Spent over 182 days in the U.S. last year?

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• Lives in Canada, and owns U.S. stocks or U.S. real property?

If so, contact Lara Austin for a free “U.S. Tax Exposure” guide at 250-334-5606 or lara.austin@rbc.com.

This article is supplied by Lara D. Austin, Investment & Wealth Advisor with RBC Dominion Securities Inc. Member-Canadian Investor Protection Fund.

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Fall is the perfect time to plant bulbs for a gorgeous display of blooms next year. Add them to your outdoor pots or add them to your gardens before hard frosts come. Pull all finished annuals, diseased plants or any that may have died. Now is a great time to do transplanting. Cut back the foliage of any herbaceous plants. Herbaceous plants are plants with non-woody stems. Their above-ground growth usually dies back in winter. You may want to leave the foliage of interesting perennials or deciduous grasses uncut, to stand through winter, as seed heads and coloured foliage can be beautiful, while seeds feed migrating birds. In this case, just cut them back in the early spring. I find that if you cut evergreen grasses down, they take a really long time to recover so I just leave them alone and just brush the foliage with my fingers to remove the dead blades of grass in spring. Do a final weeding so it looks tidy all winter.

Don't forget to water plants under the eaves of the house as they need moisture to survive winter.

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November 17, 1938 ~ October 25, 2015

Dennis Miller (also known as â&#x20AC;&#x153;Plugâ&#x20AC;?) suddenly passed away on Friday October 23, 2015.

He was born April 24, 1954 in Cumberland, BC. He grew up on Camp Road and worked for many years in Woss logging camp. Dennis is survived by his loving wife Beth, children Mike (Maureen), Jeff (Katelin), and Andrew (Hillary). He is predeceased by his sister Marlene Williams and survived by his brothers Tom (Marie), Kevin (Kathy), and sister Glenda Inrig (Scott). He will also be greatly missed by his many nieces and nephews.

Dennis loved his boys endlessly and his grandchildren even more.

He was Grandpa Sam to Lily, Grady, Mason, Caleb, Quinn, and honorary Grandpa to Charlotte and Amber. He is also survived by his lifelong friend â&#x20AC;&#x153;Samboâ&#x20AC;? and hunting companions Mavis and Agnus.

Dennis will be deeply missed by his family and friends. We will fondly remember fishing trips to the little lakes, hunting trips up Comox Lake, and cabin trips.

A Celebration of Life will be held on November 15th at the Cumberland Cultural Center at 1:00 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3:00pm.

We are deeply saddened by the passing of our father Cecil Wilbert James in Campbell River BC on November 2, 2015 at the age of 77. He will be greatly missed by daughters Christol James (Glenn Barker) of Campbell River BC, Cheryl James (Darren Greve) of Calgary AB, Cindy Gallen (Brian) of Stratford ON, Carol Carruthers (Don) of Calgary AB and Corinne Patterson (Todd) of Cloverdale BC. Grandfather of Amy, Patrick, Shelby, Mitchell, Desmond, Lindsay, Jamie, Graydon, Hayley, Rachel and Brendan and great-grandfather to Gavin, Ashli, Olivia, Abigail, Macayla and Zackary. He also leaves his life partner Deborah James of Salmon Arm BC. He is survived by sisters Eileen Shelp, Marie Stephen and Shirley Nixon all of Orillia ON, and brother Clifford of Niagara Falls ON. Cec was born in Barrie ON January 5, 1938 to Harry James and Clarice Levick. He grew up in Orillia and developed his entrepreneurial spirit pursuing many business ventures in the building industry, waste management and business development.

He married Connie Sutter in 1956 and they had 5 daughters together. In 1979 he left Orillia with his wife Deborah to put his mark on the west in communities like Cold Lake AB and Kamloops BC before settling on Vancouver Island in the Comox Valley in 1986 where he established himself as a wellrespected businessman making deep connections.

At Cecâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s request there will be no service. Donations to the SPCA in his name are gratefully accepted.

Passed away peacefully on October 25, 2015 at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital. Born in Lanarkshire, Scotland on November 17, 1938, he immigrated to Canada with his family in November 1951, living ďŹ rst in Lumby, then moving to Cumberland the following year.

Charlie worked as a logger, longshoreman and machine operator, retiring from Elk Falls Mill. In his younger days he was involved in basketball, soccer, softball and the Cumberland Kinsmen. Later in life he was an avid golfer and member of the Millionaires Club at Sunnydale. He loved gardening and wood carving, and maintained a strong attachment to his family in Scotland his whole life. He had a wonderful sense of humour and loved to have fun. He will always be remembered as a great story teller.

He is predeceased by his parents, Charlie and Grace, and his brother, Bill. Charlie is survived by his loving wife of nearly 49 years, Joan, TJTUFS .BVSFFO )PMNFT and children Kerri (Eric), Cathy (Stan) and Rob (Brenda), grandchildren Michael, Jordan, Matthew, Katie, Erin, and Gillian, great grandchildren Linden, Amelia and Annabelle, and granddog, Hagrid. All his grand- children and great grandchildre were so precious to him and he loved every minute he spent with them. They loved him so much and will miss him dearly.

No service at the request of Charlie and the family.

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Janet Alexandra Ross (Shute)

Harry William Squire

February 26, 1950 - October 15, 2015

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Jan made abundant use of the second half of the 20th Century. Born in Galt, Ontario, the third of four gorgeous children, she enjoyed the dangers of exploring the world without the oppression of adult supervision. She somehow survived, and even thrived, growing up conďŹ dent, incorrigible, and uncommonly loyal. She once hitchhiked across Canada with her 13-year-old brother - those were the days! The early 70s brought a move west, to B.C., and two new adventures: motherhood and hand-logging on the Central Coast. She was the best and warmest Momma in the world, and the best-smelling tugboat operator on the West Coast. Together with her husband, Stephen Shute, she created a secure and loving (ďŹ&#x201A;oating) home in the middle of an inďŹ nite wilderness. In the late â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;80s the family moved to the Comox Valley where Jan became an RN and then went back to school to get her Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Counselling. Her job as a Child and Youth Counsellor was deeply satisfying to her and her mystifying faith in teenagers was a beneďŹ t to both her own and the ones she counselled. Beyond her amazingly-varied careers, Jan also mastered her many hobbies - tennis, ďŹ ne cooking, spirited debate, wine, felting, company, stained glass, empathy, knitting, and philosophy.

Harry was born at home in Royston.

He went to school in the one room school house right across the road from his house, he attended Courtenay High school before transferring to St Michaelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Boys School in Victoria where he excelled at sports and made many lifelong friendships.

After high school Harry worked at the Shell Oil reďŹ nery in Burnaby before ďŹ nally returning to the Comox Valley to work with his dad, Harry Sr, at the Shell Bulk Oil Plant in Royston.

Harry & Doris met in Vancouver on a blind date arranged by mutual friends. They married in 1957 and lived in Courtenay where Janet and Chris were both born and raised.

Harry was active in the Elks Lodge for many years. He was also an avid golfer as well as a squash and tennis player. He also enjoyed trap shooting and was a lifetime member of the PaciďŹ c International Trapshooting Association in addition to spending time skiing, hunting and ďŹ shing with family and friends. Right up until the time of his death he was a member of the Courtenay Heritage committee and involved with the Courtenay Museum.

Harry started a second career in 1974 as a realtor working for Plateau Realty before moving to Block Bros and ďŹ nally to Remax Ocean PaciďŹ c where he worked until he retired.

Predeceased by his parents, Harry Squire Senior and Jessie Squire and his sister Isobelle Halliday (Tom). He is survived by his wife of 58 years Doris J. Squire, daughter Janet, son Chris (Maureen) and grandchildren Meghan and Brodie Squire and Kelsey Fisher.

A Celebration of Life will be held on November 12, 2015 at 2:00pm at Piercyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Mt. Washington Funeral Home. Donations to the BC Heart and Stroke or the BC Cancer Society would be appreciated.

Please join us in remembering Harry by visiting our memorial at www. piercysmtwashingtonfuneral.com.

She is missed, with painful sorrow and tremendous gratitude, by her daughter and two handsome sons, her adoring husband of 40 years, and her devoted brothers and loving sister. Her siblings were a true constant in Janâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life and an inexhaustible source of strength and love. Janâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s loss will also be felt by her nieces and nephews and by her daughters-in-law, son-in-law, and particularly her sisters-in-law, women she counted as her closest friends. She will be especially missed by Elena, Silas, Agnes and Nova, her grandkids, who could always count on Grandma Jan-O to spoil them rotten. She will also be profoundly missed by the family that she chose - her numerous friends.

Restaurateurs, ďŹ ne wine merchants, and purveyors of amazing outďŹ ts may also ďŹ nd themselves bereft.

Incredible woman, we love you so much. xoxo We are having an event in honour of Jan on November 15, 2015 from 1 - 4 pm. The event will be at the Native Sons Hall - 360 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay B.C. All are welcome. If desired, donations can be made in Janâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name to the Comox Valley Transition Society.

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Susan Carol ADRIAN It is with great sadness and disbelief that we have to announce her sudden passing on October 24, 2015 at age 74.

Beloved wife of Jack, with children Karen (Rick), Theresa and Bob, 5 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.

Sue and Jack met at a Victoria area horseshow 58 years ago and still shared their passion for family and farm life on their Dove Creek farm.

Sue graduated from Sprott Shaw College in Victoria at the age of 17 and started her life long career in accounting, retiring at age 60 from VIHA Home and Community Care.

Momâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s energy was tireless â&#x20AC;&#x201C; baking, family dinners, sewing, gardening, the SPCA and Therapeutic Riding â&#x20AC;&#x201C; All benefited from her love and care.

A gathering for family and friends will be held this coming summer at their Dove Creek farm.

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Lorraine Bowser (September 21st 1970 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; October 12th 2015) It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Wife, Mother, Daughter, Sister, Aunt and Friend Lorraine Bowser (Guinan). Lorraine passed away in Abbotsford, BC on Monday October 12th after a courageous battle with Cancer. She is predeceased by her son Zachary and stepmother Valerie, and survived by her husband James, sons Christopher and Jacob, father Elmo Guinan, mother Marion Lee, brothers Darrell (Shiela), Roger (Karen), David (Amanda and Kirsten). She was loved and adored by her nephews Darnell, Isaac and Lucas.

Lorraine will be remembered for her love of her family, the Vancouver Canucks, Zumba and Duran Duran. She always had a beautiful smile and a wonderful sense of humor which will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Her family would like to thank Doctor Shake, Doctor Newton and the Nurses and Staff at the Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Center for their wonderful care and support of Lorraine during her brave battle.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation in her memory to the Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Center. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Memories bring us closer we are never far apart; you will never be forgotten you are always in our hearts.â&#x20AC;?

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She is predeceased by her mother Sarah (Black) Dieter, her father William Dieter, her sister, Joan (Dieter) Peck, her brother, Bill Dieter, and her second husband, Neil Boyle.

She was loved and will be deeply missed by her two daughters Sarah and Rachel Mayworm, her step-daughter Kay Jackson, her niece Toni Peck, and her grandnephew and grandniece Weston and Haley Burnett. She was blessed to have many caring and supportive friends and neighbors and will be sorely missed by everyone who knew her.

Among her endearing qualities was her sassy wit, her deep support and love for her children, her strong care for her animals, and her artistic talent. She was always available and supportive, except it was known not to call between 7:30 and 8:00 pm, as watching Jeopardy was never to be missed.

Born in Bridgeport Connecticut, Betty was the daughter of an airplane engineer. At a young age, her family moved to Whittier, California, where she grew up and then spent most of her life in Southern California. As a young girl, she developed a deep love for horses and maintained that passion throughout her life. A natural beauty, as a young woman she modeled part time and even made it into the finals of the Miss California contest. In 1970 she married her first husband, Russell Mayworm, had two daughters and devoted herself to being a full-time mother. In 1992, she married her second husband, Neil Boyle, a wellestablished artist. Under his wing, she developed her own strong artistic talent and it didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take long for her to be recognized in her own right. In 2002, they moved to Comox Valley for â&#x20AC;&#x153;retirementâ&#x20AC;?, where they established themselves quite quickly in the community and local art scene. Bettyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work has been shown in many galleries and she was a member of several art clubs where she made many friends.

A special thank you to her doctor, Dr. Woldnik of Cumberland, whose compassionate care not only medically, but emotionally, helped support Bettyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s strong desire to function independently as long as possible.

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Effie Isabella Moore APRIL 11, 1927 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; OCTOBER 30, 2015 It is with heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Effie Isabella Moore in residence at Eagle View Lodge Oct 30, 2015. Effie was born April 11, 1927 in Vermilion, Alberta and spent her entire adult life living and raising her family in the Comox Valley. She was the daughter of the late Andrew and Eva (Dutton) Black and sister to Bruce, Bill and Mel Black.

Effie was predeceased by Harry, her husband of 68 years and is survived by her ďŹ ve children: Connie (Dan), David (Eva), Ron (Gail), Sandra (Dave), and Lisa (Al). Grandchildren: Shelley (Jim), Leanne, Melanie (Eric), Derek, Stuart, Matthew, Rae, Jessica, Bradley and great grandchildren: Alex, Ethan, Violet and James.

She was a devoted homemaker, beloved wife, mother and grandmother. Effie got pleasure from the simple things in life like; gardening, cooking for her loved ones, knitting, crocheting and cross stitching pictures, which she framed and proudly hung on the walls of her home. She enjoyed playing various board and card games with friends and family members.

She enjoyed many camping trips with her children and grandchildren both on and off Vancouver Island.

Once her children left home, her and Harry enjoyed several bus trips to Reno to play the slot machines and ďŹ&#x201A;ew off on many trips to travel the world. She especially liked to stay in their RV at the Sandown Park Racetrack in Victoria, meeting new friends and betting on her favorite horses.

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Born on Oct 25, 1945 in North Hatley, Quebec she married the love of her life, Don, on Aug 26, 1967. With their two sons, John and Scott, they lived in many parts of Canada before settling in the Courtenay area.

A well-respected breeder of champion Yorkshire Terriers, for decades, she was well-known across the Northwest dog show world and spent most her time working for the betterment of purebred dogs. Her legacy of breeding lines spans the globe. She was also a long-time volunteer for the Vancouver Island Music festival.

She was often found cooking up a storm in her kitchen or running out the door, in the middle of the night, to help a fellow breeder with a sick puppy or a difficult delivery. She will be remembered for her unending willingness to help others (but also suffering no fools) and her eternal love affair with chocolate.

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St. George’s funds for Amethyst House On Monday October 19th, St. George’s delivered a cheque to the Comox Valley Transition Society in the amount of $2000 to go towards their newly opened Amethyst House recovery centre.

The funds were dispersed as part of a generous legacy gift given by Wayne Steven Mettrick, former custodian and long time member of St. George’s who died in 2014.

“Wayne had a special heart for people on the margins of society,” said Rev. Slifka.

“Amethyst House serves those who Jesus called ‘the least of these’ and we couldn’t imagine a better recipient for these funds.

Wayne would be proud, and we are proud to give on his behalf.”

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“Candidates will be able to meet the department supervisors face-to-face and, in some cases, receive their initial job interviews this weekend.” Above all, Mount Washington is looking for individuals who are capable of delivering exceptional customer service. A pre-existing passion for snow sports helps, but it isn’t essential.

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Dead chum recycled to fuel new life

BY MICHAEL BRIONES Echo Staff In the last nine years, a handful of brave and dedicated volunteers from the Courtenay Fish and Game Association have been performing the unenviable task of pitching dead salmon into different streams in the Comox Valley.

No, they’re not polluting the watersheds. It’s the Chum Salmon Carcasses Program, that is sponsored by BC Hydro, which provides a $2,000 grant for the job every year.

The program is organized by the Steelhead Society of BC and the Courtenay Fish and Game Protective Association providse the manpower.

Regardless of weather conditions, the volunteers go out and bear the stench emanating from the already-spawned dead chum that are taken from the Puntledge Hatchery and are pitched into streams that feed into the Comox Lame.

The practice provides valuable nutrients for living salmon and trout to areas that salmon can’t reach because of BC Hydro’s power-generating dam on the Puntledge.

Thousands of chum carcasses are fed annually to five major streams in the region - Cruickshank Creek, Reese Creek, Comox Creek, Piercy Creek and Upper Puntledge.

“It enriches the whole eco-system,” said Larry Petersen. “It doesn’t threaten anything or anybody. It doesn’t affect the quality of the drinking water or anything. They decompose and become part of the food system. They also feed birds, bears and other wild animals.”

The funding for the program pays for the truck rental, gas and other incidentals. The Department of Fisheries and Oceans Puntledge Hatchery crews also help out with the program.

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Dear Doctors - My niece in another city wrote and said she is volunteering with a dental mission to a rural area in Africa. I'm quite concerned about her – and am wondering what kind of clinics she may be in and what type of dentistry they would perform.

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cities we take a lot of things for granted. Dental care is a very big one. We have somewhere around 28,000 dentists in Canada, which means about one for every 1200 people. In Tanzania, where a colleague returned from a dental mission – the ratio is 1 dentist for 400,000 people. Many people have never seen a dentist, and it is not uncommon to suffer with a toothache for 2 years without treatment. The clinics are makeshift at best. Our colleague takes a complete portable dental operatory with him – that fits into a hockey duffle bag. The dental chair is a fold down version about the size of a lounger on your back patio. When they set up in the morning (he takes 2 assistants with him) it is not uncommon to have 200 villagers in line. The 'clinic' may well be just a clearing in the jungle. He performs a wide variety of procedures, but primarily extractions. Recently he had a patient with a smashed jaw. He had gone to a local witch doctor for a toothache, and the jaw was broken in 2 places by pliers. Infection set in and the man almost lost his life. We've not heard of any situation where a dental team from a first world country was injured in a third world country – but as in any other situation one has to be careful. In that situation in Tanzania, the dentist actually had to fear from the local witchdoctor because he was taking his business away and the 'doctor' was furious at his loss of income for treating toothaches. In our society we rely on adherence to rules and fair play, but someone may not have mentioned that to the man with a spear.

Many Canadian dentists do some volunteer work overseas. Most missions have some church affiliation, but not all. This is not restricted to the third world. Colleagues do the same in areas like the Downtown Vancouver East Side, dealing with homeless and addicted persons. Every dentist and valued team member who donates their time and energy to make someone's life less painful is a credit to our profession. Your niece sounds like she is donating her efforts for a very worthwhile cause, and you can be proud of her. We are, and we don't even know her!

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It’s more than what people can afford to pay. It’s time for Cumberland to say to this province we want to start our Liquid Waste Management Plan over. The requirements that they put on us are something that can’t be done. We should be able to stand up and say sue us if you don’t like it. But we’re gonna do this. I would like you to tell them no. The costs are too prohibitive.”

KATE GREENING Former councillor

Anybody in their right mind would say no, we don’t go forward with this. We should stop it right now. We should go to the people that have some smarts in the village and say what else can we do that’s not going to raise our taxes up to our eyeballs and change some issues down there regarding sewer and storm drains.”

BRUCE BARNES

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In your mayor’s message 2014 annual report, you said ‘exciting times.’ I say anxious times. I just bought a house here.

This is not the only tax increase you’re contemplating on.

Water supply, aging roads, pipes, etc.

Where is the province on this? They’re the provincial regulation.

They gave the tensures to the shellfish operators. They’re the ones making us now pay for a huge system. We’re a village of 3,500 people.

Why are we part of some giant system?

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Village to decide on South Sewer Project Residents declare strong opposition to proposed $6.6m option

BY MICHAEL BRIONES Echo Staff Cumberland council has a tough decision to make.

They will be deciding at the next council meeting on Nov. 9 whether the village should participate in the South Sewer Project or not. They also have to confirm their participation to the Comox Valley Regional District by Nov. 13.

Council faced close to 90 residents at Monday night’s village hall meeting to get feedback on the proposed major project and the public-private partnership funding option that’s being considered by Cumberland, CVRD and the K’omoks First Nations.

Majority of the people that spoke expressed opposition to the plan and prefer the village embark on this project on its own.

Village CAO Sundance Topham said that the village’s sewage treatment and disposal is out of compliance with regulatory standards and has to comply with federal Wastewater Systems Effluent Regulations by 2020.

To achieve this goal, the village adopted the Liquid Waste Management Plan as the way to deal with sewage problems. There are three stages to the LWMP process which the Ministry of Environment must review and approve. Stage one is the inventory of existing conditions and development options, stage two is a detailed list of options and the selection of the preferred course of action and stage three involves a summary of the LWMP, financing and implementation schedule.

This process has been going on since 1999. It has stretched out over 16 years due to significant changes in the community’s growth projections since it started when the Official Community Plan was updated in 2004. To involve the public, three committees were created that include Public Advisory Committee, a Technical Advisory Committee and a Steering Committee which were revived in 2008 to develop and amend the plan.

The village is now at the tail end of stage two and in order to complete it, it has to confirm the selected option, complete an environmental impact study, complete a stage two supplementary report and preparation of the draft liquid waster management plan.

After reviewing a number of options, the PAC and TAC identified the South Sewer Project as the best route for Cumberland to follow. It was recommended to council in 2011 and was adopted because all three options would have cost between $22 million to $27 million. Since the village only

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The Strathcona Nordics are optimistic that -- as in years past -- El Nino will bring optimal snow conditions once again for crosscountry skiing on Mount Washington.

Registration is open for Strathcona Nordics winter programs, and they say, “Register now because the last day for early bird prices on program fees is October 31!”

The Strathcona Nordics, Vancouver Island’s cross-country ski club, have programs for all ages

and abilities of skiers. Their recreational programs run for 10 weeks starting on January 16 and are designed to get you skiing for fun and fitness with a group of peers for 2 hours every Saturday or Sunday morning.

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Cumberland debates sewer project (Continued from page 38) Cumberland has been participating with K’omoks First Nations and the CVRD in the South Sewer Committee.

A funding source they’ve worked on is securing a P3 Canada Fund, which could provide a 25 per cent grant towards the project. A preliminary value for money analysis was conducted and the result was favourable. It doesn’t guarantee that the project will get funded but the VFM analysis shows that the potential to get the grant is high.

However, the project scope of the PP3 Canada Grant is higher at $66 million as it includes $7.4 in additional funds to be provided by K’omok’s First Nations for increased treatment platn capacity to service their development lands, along with an additional $1 million for a secondary treatment needed for Cumberland’s excess wet weather flows.

Without the P3 Grant, Cumberland’s share of the cost is $15.5 million and that would mean residents would have to fork out $1,530 to pay for the project in the first year.

With the grant, Cumberland’s portion is $10.2 million and will cost residents $993 in the first year.

But according to CAO Sundance Topham, the figures could change.

Council deferred making a decision on this issue on Monday as they still want to receive all the feedback and input from the public.

Kristian La Rose, the CVRD’s manager of the South Sewer Project said a negative result would significantly impact the project.

“A change in direction from the village’s council would mean that the project, as described now, could end,” said La Rose. “For all parties, it would mean returning to the early assessment phases again, costing more money and delaying the reparation of Baynes Sound.

“Cumberland and the CVRD have undertaken two separate, multi-year planning processes and both have identified the south sewer project as the best option, both in terms of expense and viability. There is no reason to believe that another process will come up with a better and cheaper alternative but another process will cost more money.”

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A future for natural history in Mack Laing Park

BY MARY LEE Echo Staff Hamilton Mack Laing wished to establish a Natural History Museum in the very park where he once resided and is named in his honour.

Efforts by the Town of Comox to fulfill this wish are underway albeit a little late in the opinion of many concerned citizens and fellow naturalists.

In 1972, the beloved naturalist granted his property to the Town of Comox with the stipulation that it be used by him for the remainder of his lifetime and, “in trust, in perpetuity, as a public nature park to be used for “recreation and conservation purposes.”

Upon his death in 1982, he bequeathed $45,000 to the town to improve and develop the home as a natural-history museum.

The Trust funds left to the town were invested

and kept in good accounting order while the house dwindled to state of disrepair. Shakesides was identified unsalvageable by the Town and scheduled for demolition for August

2014.

Response to the proposed demolition of Shakesides was overwhelming causing waves of emotions throughout the community and across

ing reconsideration. The Town also received a letter from the Attorney General of British Columbia in which concerns for use of the Trust funds were expressed and advising the Town that, before any demolition, an application be made to the Court requesting that the funds be used to rehabilitate the site for its continued use a nature park. It wasn’t an option, it was direction.

In early October, staff were directed by Town Council to prepare a draft Term of Reference for a Mack Laing Nature House Advisory Committee.

Terms of Reference have been reviewed and refined by council and, if passed at their November 4 regular meeting, staff the nation much like it had will soon be advertising with the Baybrook heri- for volunteers to serve on tage home, Laing’s previ- a committee that has the ous residence in the park. potential to make relevant The Town of Comox recommendations on the received letters from the future of Shakesides and public and societies plead- uphold the meaning and intent of Laing’s wishes.

Perhaps even right some of the wrong done by the Town since the day they accepted the generous gift but were derelict finds them to be and sup- on their duties in honorports the public’s request, ing it.

The responsibilities of the budget does not allow the potential committee for them.

Marina project designs accepted

BY MARY LEE Echo Staff The Comox Marina Revitalization project is another step closer to development now that Council has accepted the final designs.

Architect Steve Cohlmeyer presented to Council the design drawings October 21.

The accepted design is within the projected budget of approximately $1.89 M and will include two pedestrian walkways from Beaufort Avenue to the marina park, a marina services building equipped with washrooms, two multi function buildings, and a third gangway to the public dock slips. Landscaping and lighting are included.

Funding for phase one

of the Marina Park Revitalization comes from grant money and from the Town.

Council also agreed to recommit close to $395,000 in funds that had been allocated in June for the Canada 150 application that required a 50/50 match on any approved Federal funding.

The application had been turned down.

To meet targeted construction dates, Cohlmeyer advised Council that he needs to proceed on the final design drawings so that the project can go to tender in early 2016.

The budget does not currently allow for a stage in place where the playground is currently situated or relocation of a new play structure with

additional water park - a few features that had been presented in the design concept as add-ons.

Council is hopeful that service clubs will come forward to help fund those projects at a future date during subsequent phases of the project.

Council discussed additional features that were presented to them from comments gathered during two public open house sessions. Surveys collected were generally positive with suggestions to include features such as showers for the many boaters, service clubs and recreational activity participants at the marina.

Council felt shower facilities would add to the lure and appeal of the marina.

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are to review Mack Laing’s will, evaluate the ability to fulfill the wishes stated within and identify funding opportunities to possibly leverage the current available Trust fund.

Council also recommended that the potential committee include a goal to review and consider the conditions in the Deed of Transfer between Mack Laing and the Town.

Council recommended the Mack Laing Nature House Advisory Committee consist of one member each from the Mack Laing Heritage Society, Comox Archives and Museum Society and the Brooklyn Creek Watershed Society; two members from Comox Council; a member from the community at large and a member of the community with relevant construction knowledge and experience; and a staff member from Town of Comox.

Volunteers on the committee will serve a term of six months from the date of the first meeting.

The committee will be an advisory body to the Town of Comox Council and will make recommendations only on how to fulfill the goals set out in the terms of reference.

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“We rehabilitate more eagles than any other facilities on Vancouver Island,” the president of the board of directors of MARS, Pearl McKenzie, said in her delegation to Courtenay council on Monday night.

“The vast majority of these animals need our care because they’ve been negatively affected by humans.

Most of us are responsible for the trouble they’re in.”

MARS want to build a new wildlife hospital and a flying pen at their new 11-acre property located on the Old Island Highway, between Courtenay and Campbell River.

They were able to purchase this land two years ago when avid supporter Michele Woodrow made MARS a

beneficiary of part of her estate, giving $300,000 to the society.

“We have to build a new wildlife hospital,” said McKenzie. “Our case load has almost doubled from an average of 400 to over 700 patients per year. We are out of space in our existing location with no room to grow. Our existing facilities are really quite inadequate and it’s pretty hard to overstate that.”

Currently, the MARS hospital is working out of a renovated garage, said McKenzie, sharing space with the lunch, meeting and administration rooms.

“We really do need to do something about that,” she said.

The society is asking Courtenay, Comox, Cumberland and the Regional District for help.

“We know local governments do not have great deal of money but as you work on your budgets in the coming years, we’d ask you to try to put some money aside for MARS and the wildlife that need our help,” said McKenzie.

“To the best of my knowledge, this is the first time that MARS has come to you, to ask for your help.”

Volunteers at MARS, every year, help raise between $150,000 and $160,000 just for operating expenses.

“Now we’re looking at at least doubling up on that and earning possibly another $200,000 to build this wildlife centre or at least the new hospital,” said McKenzie.

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Isfeld swimmers do well at Islands

Ten Mark R Isfeld Senior Secondary swimmers and their sponsor coach attended the BC High School Island Swimming Championships at the Nanaimo Aquatic Centre on November 1, 2015.

All swimmers represented Isfeld very well at this event and the results show promise for the future of the swim team at Isfeld. Congratulations to Jordyn Ryan (grade 11) for taking the Island championship title in all three individual events she swam.

The ďŹ rst event saw Amelia Helpard (gr. 12), Zoe McDougall (gr. 9), Myia Dunn (gr. 9) and Abigail Lister (gr. 9) dive in and secure 4th place in the Girls 200 SC Meter Medley, B Division; advancing the foursome to Provincials.

This was quickly followed up by the relay team of Jordyn Ryan (gr. 11), Kaya Hund (gr. 8), Janaya Ryan (gr. 8) and Amelia Elder (gr.

11) placing 3rd in the 200 Medley relay Open Category; also advancing the group to Provincials.

In the B division (Summer Competitive) placements are: Amelia Helpard: 50 free (6th), 50 back (9th) Myia Dunn: 50 free (14th), 50 ďŹ&#x201A;y (10th), 100 IM (12th) Sam Helpard (gr. 10): 50 free (3rd), 50 back (2nd), 100 back (2nd), 100 free (6th) (advances to provincials) Zoe McDougall: 50 back (8th), 50 breast (4th), 100 IM (4th) (advances to provincials) In the C division (Novice) placements are: Abigail Lister: 50 free (5th), 50 back (2nd), 100 IM (1st) In the Open division (Winter Competitive) placements are: Amelia Elder: 50 free (7th), 100 free (4th); Janaya Ryan: 50 free (18th), 100 back (12th), 100 free (11th); Jaden Fath (gr.8): 50 free (18th), 100 free (14th), 200 IM (6th); Kaya Hund (gr. 8): 100 free (14th), 200 IM (12th); Jordyn Ryan: 100 back (1st), 100 ďŹ&#x201A;y (1st), 200 IM (1st)

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;It takes a tremendous amount of volunteer effort and quite frankly some of us are wearing out quite a bit. So if you are able to help with this cost, or with construction of our new wildlife hospital it would really mean a great deal to us.â&#x20AC;?

The expansion plan will be completed in phases. Phase one is to build a residence for its caretaker, which is a requirement in MARSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; permit and the wildlife hospital using all the donated materials, offers of donated labour. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We think we can do that for $220,000 which we think is very reasonable,â&#x20AC;? said McKenzie.

The society also requested council support its application to Island Coastal Economic Trust for $325,000 to build a wildlife ecocentre, which would be the second phase of their project. It will be a place where local residents and visitors can come to learn about wildlife and connect to the natural world.

Closed-circuit cameras will be installed in the centre so people can view the wildlife under the care of MARS. â&#x20AC;&#x153;At the present time, we canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t interfere with the wildlife, disturb them, stressed them out, by hav-

ing the members of the public visit them,â&#x20AC;? said McKenzie.

In addition to providing rehabilitation and care to wildlife, MARS also do a lot of education outreach. â&#x20AC;&#x153;MARS reaches thousands of people with our education programs,â&#x20AC;? said McKenzie. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We make presentations with our educational birds at public events, schools, senior centres and service clubs. And because of space limitations at MARS, almost all of our education right now is in the form of outreach. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very hard for people to visit us.â&#x20AC;?

Council is not making any commitments to render any help to MARS for now. McKenzie indicated they will be making similar pitches to other local governments. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We know you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a lot of money and your budgets are really tight,â&#x20AC;? said McKenzie. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But even a small amount will be very, very helpful. If six local governments give us a small amount of money that could end up to be a considerable amount of money to us.â&#x20AC;?

Comox, Courtenay and Cumberland councils and the CVRD have agreed to endorse MARSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; application to ICET and will be writing a letter of support.

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Courtenay Legion President Bruce Stewart and Army Cadet Corps Warrant Officers Aiden Armstrong and Brandon McLaren are joined by Mayor Larry Jangula for a Flag Raising Ceremony in front of Courtenay City Hall to officially mark the beginning of their National Poppy Campaign. Following the raising of the flag, Bruce Stewart presented Mayor Jangula with his poppy.

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Each year, Canadians will don the poppy in recognition of the many who fought for the freedom of this nation. The poppy serves as a visual reminder to never forget those who served and those who died. The annual poppy campaign is an important fundraiser for the Royal Canadian Legion Branches to help veterans and their families. The campaign runs until November 11.

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Escape from Colditz Castle Valley resident holds unique family history with famous prisoner of war camp

BY MARY LEE Echo Staff

The infamous prisoner of war camp made famous through a book and then a British film has ties to the Comox Valley.

Colditz Castle, a POW camp for Allied officers who had repeatedly escaped from other camps during the Second World War earned its notoriety because of successful escapee, Patrick Robert “Pat” Reid.

Comox Valley resident Mike Naish grew up hearing stories from his British uncle about this ingenious escape from Colditz. This past October, he fulfilled a lifelong dream to visit the very place where his uncle and Canadian Officer Lieut. Howard “Hank” Wardle along with two Colditz Castle today, located in a small eastern German town between Leipzig and Dresden, made famous through books written other Allied officers made by former prisoner Major Pat Reid, is visited by tourists from around the world. (Credit: Mike Naish) their escape, seeing for the Earlier on in the war, the pire. Like many of the through which the four first time exactly how they they pulled it off. Not until he read ‘Colditz Story,’ Re- castle had been declared prisoners, Reid and War- prisoners including his did it.

It happened 73 years be- id’s memoir of his life and escape-proof, and yet dle were imprisoned in uncle escaped that Octofore Naish’s visit and for prison and escape, which there were more success- Colditz because they were ber night in 1942. “The prisoners had escaped years following the escape became the basis for the ful escapes from Colditz repeat escape offenders.

Naish shows pictures through the German the German camp com- 1955 British film by the than any other POW camp in the entire German em- of the hole on the wall kitchen and taken four mandant never knew how same name.

Mike Naish was particularly impressed to still see today the opening in the floor above that his uncle had cut to allow two others escape a year prior to his escape in October 1942. (Credit: Mike Naish)

hours to cross the courtyard and then escaped through a cellar under the commandant’s quarters,” describes Naish.

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Call Went Outâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; remembers early years of World War I

(Continued from page B2) Reid and his team made their way into neutral Switzerland after their successful escape.

Naish recalls his mother receiving an anonymous letter that read â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be back for Christmas.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; It was postmarked from Switzerland. His mother did not know at the time that her brother had escaped.

In all the escape attempts only one prisoner was ever shot and that came after warning shots were ďŹ red. A few short term prisoners were shot but under Hitlerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s direct orders.

Naish explains that there was a gentlemanly conduct with both the prisoners and their captors. At the end of the war, the commandant was so respected that the Allied prisoners requested to take him back to United Kingdom or Canada. Sadly, the request was turned down by the American occupying force.

Today, the quiet unassuming village of Colditz earns considerable income

Major Pat Reid served as the leading British historian on Colditz, authored several books and was a technical advisor on the film in 1954 and the 1970s television series. from the steady stream of tourists of all nationalities.

The grave of the lone allied soldier shot is still tended by unknown locals. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are many books written about the various escapes and documentaries on PBS. However, being there and seeing what these incredible brave and

ingenuous men did is at once emotional and empowering,â&#x20AC;? said Naish.

On this Remembrance Day Naish will reminisce of his meaningful travels to eastern Germany, of his Uncle Pat and of the piece of history he witnessed ďŹ rst hand of a time long ago when freedom didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t come so easy.

Story Theatre will perform The Call Went Out on Saturday, November 14th, 2pm, at the Cumberland United Church.

This family friendly performance is by donation.

No reservation required.

For further information visit cumberlandmuseum. ca/events, or call the Cumberland Museum at 250 336 2445.

With generous funding from the Department of Canadian Heritage through the World War Commemorations Community Fund, and in partnership with the Royal BC Museum, Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Story Theatre Company is touring The Call Went Out throughout British Columbia during the month of November.

This theatre piece is based on letters from BC soldiers sent to loved ones at the beginning of World War 1 and uses slides and

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And he sat around the Legion, telling stories of the past.

Of a war that he had fought in and the deeds that he had done, In his exploits with his buddies; they were heroes, every one.

And the’ sometimes, to his neighbors, his tales became a joke, All his Legion buddies listened, for they knew whereof he spoke.

But we’ll hear his tales no longer for old Bill has passed away, And tho world’s a little poorer, for a soldier died today.

He will not be mourned by many, just his children and his wife, For he lived an ordinary and quite uneventful life.

Held a job and raised a family, quietly going his own way,

C.E. Anderson receiving the Military Medal, 1945.

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‘Just a Common Soldier’ Submitted by Carol Molstad Union Bay On this year, the 70th anniversary of the end of WWII, this letter is in memory of my Dad, Carrol E. (Andy) Anderson (1922-1978). A farm kid from rural Alberta, he enlisted in the Calgary Highlanders and was with them through France, Holland and Germany becoming a Company Sergeant Major. He landed on the Normandy beaches the day after D-day.

For his role in an engagement near Wyler, Germany, where he was wounded, he was awarded a Military Medal for bravery in the field by Viscount Alexander. For all of our veterans who have now passed on this is to remember you.

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And the world won’t note his passing, though a soldier died today.

When politicians leave this earth, their bodies lie in state, While thousands note their passing and proclaim that they were great.

Papers tell their whole life stories, from the time that they were young, But the passing of a soldier goes unnoticed and unsung.

Is the greatest contribution to the welfare of our land A guy who breaks his promises and cons his fellow man?

Or the ordinary fellow who, in times of war and strife, Goes off to serve his Country and offers up his life?

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A politician’s stipend and the style in which he lives Are sometimes disproportionate to the service that he gives.

While the ordinary soldier, who offered up his all, Is paid off with a medal and perhaps, a pension small.

It’s so easy to forget them for it was so long ago, That the old Bills of our Country went to battle, but we know It was not the politicians, with their compromise and ploys, Who won for us the freedom that our Country now enjoys.

Should you find yourself in danger, with your enemies at hand, Would you want a politician with his ever-shifting stand?

Or would you prefer a soldier, who has sworn to defend

His home, his kin and Country and would fight until the end?

He was just a common soldier and his ranks are growing thin, But his presence should remind us we may need his like again.

For when countries are in conflict, then we find the soldier’s part Is to clean up all the troubles that the politicians start.

If we cannot do him honor while he’s here to hear the praise, Then at least let’s give him homage at the ending of his days.

Perhaps just a simple headline in a paper that would say, Our Country is in mourning, for a soldier died today.

- 1987 A. Lawrence Vaincourt

Volunteers needed for veterans’ graves cleanup On Remembrance Day members of the armed forces (soldiers, sailors and airmen) are commemorated.

The original name for this day is Armistice Day which marks the date and time when armies stopped fighting World War I. On November 11th at 11am in 1918 (the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month).

Some 100,000 Canadian soldiers died in the First and Second World Wars.

At least two dozen of them are buried at St. Andrew’s Cemetery (at the back of St. Andrew’s Church) along Dingwall Road in Courtenay.

So, we invite everyone in the community especially the families and descendants of veterans this coming Saturday, November 7th from 9 am to 12 noon to honour our

veterans by helping us clean up their final resting place in time for Remembrance Day. A short candle light tribute ceremony will be held at the cemetery before the clean up to remember our fallen soldiers.

Please ensure you dress for the weather conditions and bring your leaf gathering equipment if you have it. Refreshments will be provided for volunteers during the clean up.

For more information, contact 250-897-8569.

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Local sea cadets having Ceremonial Divisions Nov. 10 The local Sea Cadet corps, RCSCC PORT AUGUSTA will be holding their annual Ceremonial Divisions on November 10th at 6:30 pm.

This special Remembrance Day event is an opportunity for the public to see the Sea Cadets in formation with formal inspection.

Certain cadets will be receiving special awards for their accomplishments during the ceremony. It will also be the first public performance of the Sea Cadet band.

The HMCS ALBERNI Museum and Memorial (HAMM) will be hosting this ceremony at its facility in the Comox Centre Mall - blue arch/south entrance.

Due to protocol the event

will begin precisely at 6:30 pm. Refreshments will be served after the ceremony with tours of HAMM afterward.

The public is encouraged to attend this important event prior to visiting the Comox Cenetaph where a candle light service and Army cadet corp will be standing guard though the night.

For more information on this event please call 250339-4322 (HAMM) or email tap103@alberniproject.org.

HAMM will be open Reme 0mbrance Day from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm to allow visits to the HMCS ALBERNI memorial before or after the local Remembrance Day services being held throughLocal Sea Cadets will have Ceremonial Divisions on NOv. 10 (Photo by Mary Ellen Schultz) out the Comox Valley.

Remembrance Day in Union Bay At 10:40 a.m. at the Cairn in Union Bay, the Remembrance Day Ceremony will be held. A flypast will take place just before the service starts.

The annual shows put on in Union Bay after the service are always very popular. This year,

at 12:30 p.m. the Historical Society and Just For Joy Singers will present a show of music and history titled “WE’LL MEET AGAIN” in the Union Bay Community Hall. Refreshments will be served.

Admission is by donation.

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Voices In Remembrance, In Their Words Remembrance Day can mean many different things to people.

For Island Voices Chamber Choir, under the direction of Jenn Forsland, it is a chance, once again, to present a concert of thoughtful music and emotional readings honouring those affected by war.

The Courtenay concert will take place at St. George’s United Church at 2:00 pm on November 11.

This concert will also feature the Cantiamo Youth Chamber Choir under the direction of Jennifer Riley and Denise Marquette.

Throughout the concert, local actors will be reading from personal and family accounts of war collected

from the community.

Conductor Jenn Forsland, has chosen a wide variety of moving repertoire to lead us through thoughtful reflection. All That They Had They Gave was written to honour those who fought in World War I, with the text pulled from Rudyard Kipling’s “The King’s Pilgrimage”(1922).

After the War, a touching love song, by Paul Gross and David Keele was featured in the film ‘Passchendaele’. The audience will hear a gorgeous setting by Eleanor Daley of the familiar In Flanders Fields as well as Homeward Bound by Martha Keen, an anthem for soldiers returning home

from war.

A text from Mother Theresa is exquisitely rendered in Prayer by Rene Clausen. A Cuban sacred chant, a Spanish blessing,

How Lovely are the Messengers composed by Felix Mendelssohn, and Graeme Langager’s prize winning interpretation of Gaudium Vestru

Sit Plenum will be sure to stir the emotions.

Island Voices will join together with Cantiamo Youth Choir to sing the haunting When I am Silent

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by Joan C. Varner, a “song for the girl at Auchwitz” as well as the familiar Irish Blessing, arranged by Katie Moran Bart. The Cantiamo Youth Choir will also perform works on their own including Kyrie

by Rene Clausen.

The Courtenay Concert is at 2:00 pm on Wednesday November 11, at St. George’s United Church, 505 6th Street. Entrance is by donation.

For further information please go to islandvoiceschamberchoir.bc.ca or phone 250-792-2437.

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Comox Valley Poet Laureate offers a salute at 19 Wing Comox Valley Poet Laureate, Kevin Flesher will be leading a poetical salute to the military on Friday, November 6 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Comox Air Force Museum, located just outside the main gate at 19 Wing Comox.

The event is open to

the public and will be held in the museum’s library.

Flesher will read a selection of poems and songs by and about soldiers from around the world and across the ages.

“The intention of the event is to celebrate,

inspire, and cultivate poems by, for and about soldiers, today, tomorrow

and yesterday,” explained Flesher.

“From ancient Greece -

to Victorian England - to modern warfare, soldiers have expressed themselves with verse.”

Members of the 19 Wing Defence Team, retired or serving members of the Canadian Armed Forces, or military enthusiasts within the public are invited to bring poetry to share during the event.

The poetical salute will be suitable for all ages.

The position of Poet Laureate is as cultural ambassador of the region, to stimulate interest and champion engagement in poetry and literature.

Kevin Flesher was

named as the Comox Valley’s first Poet Laureate earlier this year, and will hold the position for a two year term.

Flesher explains, “My mission is to create more opportunities for more people to experience more poetry. Old and young, folks all sorts, in all the nooks and crannies of our valley.

“I will stir the pot and stoke the fire, bang the tune and strum the lyre.

I look forward to serving the Comox Valley in a new and tasty way. With fresh and zesty verse and rhymes served in a lush bouquet.”

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A poem in remembrance

As we approach our annual day of tribute to all of the veterans that gave so much that we could live in peace and tranquility I would like to submit the following for publication:

REMEMBRANCE

By George Del Fabro

As we gather at the cenotaph, where we once again give thanks.

To all of those who died for us, in ships and planes and tanks.

We stand here with our heads bowed low, in the steady falling rain.

And think of how they suffered, through so many years of pain.

How they stood there in the trenches, midst the mud and dirt and grime.

Waiting for the dreaded sound, of the enemy attacking one more time.

How a young man on the front line, felt an awesome painful thud.

Then slowly slid down in the trench, and laid there dying in the mud.

How the airmen watched the tracers, floating up towards their planes, Then slowly tumbled earthward, where they crashed and died in flames.

How the sailors on the briny deep, were filled with massive dread.

When torpedoes tore their ships apart, and the sea consumed the dead.

They gave their all that we could live, in a world that was free from strife.

They never really had the chance, to lead a normal life.

Now as we hear the “Last Post”, echoing through the crowd.

Once again we think of them, and how they were so proud.

To march away to foreign shores, where they’d bravely fight and die. to ensure a country that was safe, for folks like you and I. Now we must never forget them, so on each remembrance day, We will gather at the cenotaph, and for our dear departed, pray.

A haunting memory from France

By Audrey Yates An incident that happened to me while in France in the seventies continues to haunt my memory.

Travelling on the train from London to Paris, we had an interesting visit with a family from Rouen. We kept in touch, and the following year arranged to spend a night in Rouen.

We were met at the station by our friends and a few of their relatives with two cars. In my limited French, I asked if they knew a hotel. We were taken to an old coach house with an arch into the courtyard. I imagined elegant buggies used to tie up there.

After getting settled, we were taken to their home for a multi-course dinner. In between courses, their teenager tried to teach us “The Penguin”, the “in” dance at that time.

At the head of the table sat the silent grandmother. Wishing I were more fluent in the language, I asked her where she was during the war.

She mentioned “Falaise”. I vaguely remembered the German forces surrounding that area.

She immediately ran to her room bringing

back a piece of cloth with an I.D. number wrapped in it. She told me a Canadian parachutist was shot coming down and she buried him in her garden.

We have long last track of the family, but every time I hear Edith Piaf singing “Je ne Regrette Rien”, I wish I could say that because “je regretted.”

I should have got the number.

Audrey Yates is a Comox resident who used to write a travel column for the Dauphin Herald.

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Cumberlanders fought fascists in Spain Three went overseas in action not approved by Canada’s government. One paid the ultimate price.

A Mac-Pap Memorial Stone was unveiled this past spring at a joint Cumberland Museum and Canadian Veterans memorial ceremony at the Cumberland Cemetery.

It was to honour the soldiers who were members of the Mackenzie Papineau Battalion that fought in the Spanish Civil War. There were at least three Cumberlanders who joined the Mac-Pap - Archie Keenan (1898-1967), Gord “Moon” Keenan (1908-1938), and Arthur Hoffheinz (1909-1988).

The Spanish Civil War is often seen as a prelude to World War II. The civil war began on July 18, 1936, as army officers attempted to overthrow the democratically-elected Republican government.

But it was also a proxy war. The Soviets lent significant organizational and material support to the elected Spanish Republican government.

That assistance, however, was dwarfed by the backing Mussolini and Hitler provided to their fellow

Fascist Francisco Franco.

Some 75,000 Italian Fascists fought in Spain.

The Nazis not only helped the rebel Nationalist forces, but used Spain as a military laboratory for their nascent Luftwaffe.

The most notorious example of this was the terror bombing of the northern Basque torn of Guernica in April 1937.

The Western Powers adopted a policy of nonintervention, imposing an arms embargo upon the official government and the Fascist rebels alike.

The war ended in a rebel Fascist victory on April 1, 1939, after 32 months of fighting and some 500,000 deaths.

Republican International Brigade volunteer soldiers came from abroad and the recruitment of some 45,000 volunteers was organized world-wide.

These soldiers not only rallied to the defence of Madrid at a moment of crisis in 1936 under the banner of “No Pasaran!,” but continued to serve as shock troops for the Span-

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Dolores Ibarruri (“La Pasionaria”) in her Farewell Address to the departing volunteers, Barcelona, November 1, 1938: “They gave up everything-their loves, their countries, home and fortune, fathers, mothers, wives, brothers, sisters and children-and they came and said to us: ‘We are here. Your cause, Spain’s cause, is ours. It is the cause of all advanced

and progressive mankind.’

Today many are departing. Thousands remain, shrouded in Spanish earth, profoundly remembered by all Spaniards ...

You can go proudly. You are history. You are legend ... We shall not forget you; and, when the olive tree of peace is in flower, entwined with the victory laurels of the Republic of Spain-return!”

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Canada contributed a higher percentage of its total population to the International Brigades than any other country but France. Some 1,600 Canadians volunteered and more than 400 died.

The Canadian volunteers originally fought in American units, or in other brigades associated with a language of origin. But by early 1937, the campaign had coalesced to form a separate grouping. The Mackenzie-Papineau battalion was officially established on July 1, 1937 as a component of the “English-Speaking” XVth International Brigade.

In April 1937, The Canadian Parliament passed the Foreign Enlistment Act, making it illegal to join the army of any foreign state at war with any friendly state. In July, the act was interpreted as prohibiting any participation in the Spanish war.

Although the Canadian government impeded efforts to assist the Spanish Republicans, there was considerable support for their cause in Cumberland. For example, three meetings were held in town in 1937 to provide information and to solicit aid. In August, the Montreal surgeon Norman

Bethune spoke about the mobile blood transfusion service that he had set up in Spain.

In October, the Cumberland branch of the United Mine Workers cosponsored a meeting with the Vancouver Spanish Defense Society. Then, in November, Canadian volunteer Walter Dent spoke on behalf of the Friends of the Mackenzie-Papineau Battalion.

Archie had been born in Scotland but came to Canada as a very young child when his father William emigrated.

Gord was born in Cumberland.

The three men travelled together and arrived in Spain with fellow British Columbia volunteer Terrence Cunningham on November 19, 1937. They were immediately cast into intense fighting. The tide of the war had turned decisively in the Nationalists’ favour.

The Cumberlanders likely participated in the devastating defense of Teruel at the end of the year and then would have been caught up in the turmoil associated with the so-called “Retreats,” as the Fascists drove into the Ebro Basin in March 1938 in an effort to cut Republican Spain in two.

Hoffheinz became a prisoner-of-war during

these months. There was one last desperate counter-offensive across the Ebro River in July and August. The battalion successfully advanced into the enemy lines until encountering stiff resistance at a strategic hill near Gandesa. It was here in late July that Gord was killed with many of his comrades.

The International Brigades were declared disbanded in September 1938 as part of one last futile

attempt by the Spanish government to facilitate German and Italian withdrawal from the war.

Archie arrived back in Cumberland on November 11, well in advance of most of the other Canadian volunteers.

“Given an enthusiastic welcome by his Cumberland friends” (Comox Argus, November 17), he declared that his brother must be dead and feared for Hoffheinz as well.

Hoffheinz had survived,

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however. He would be released by Franco’s government after the end of the war and became one of the last of the MacPaps to return home. He was a long-time Comox Valley resident, living in Cumberland and Comox until his death in 1988.

MacPap veteran George Watt to the CBC’s Mac Reynolds (c.

1965): “Sometimes lost causes are worthwhile.”

At the end of the Spanish Civil War, the RCMP

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lost an internal governmental struggle to deny Canadian return to the Mac-Paps. The volunteers nonetheless remained suspect in many officials’ eyes, and some were denied entry into the Canadian military during World War II for being “premature antifascists.”

Suspicion of Mac-Pap political affiliations continued throughout the Cold War era, with the RCMP keeping files on aging veterans until at least 1984.

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Songs of Remembrance

68th Remembrance Day breakfast

Special performance Sunday at the Comox Legion

Seventy years after the end of World War II, the music of this particular time in history still evokes powerful emotions.

As a gesture of thanks to the Comox Valley’s veterans and seniors, the Comox Legion in conjunction with Serendipity Jazz (Jacqueline Lambeth - vocals, Ken Newman - piano), are once again delighted to be presenting a special Remembrance Day Ceremony and Per-

formance on Sunday, 8th November at 2 pm.

The show will feature favourites from the first and second world wars which the audience is welcome to sing along with!

The Legion will be providing wreaths for poppies to be laid upon and a small colour party as part of the ceremony.

Tea and cookies will be served after the show.

Jacqueline and Ken have been performing together

on Vancouver Island for several years.

She is a well-established, classically trained vocalist in the Comox Valley whose genres range from Opera to Celtic, from Musical Theatre, to Vocal Jazz. Jacqueline’s love of singing extends to her vibrant vocal studio where she teaches students of all ages and ranges of ability.

Ken acts as accompanist during her voice lessons.

His background could

not be more different as a university teacher and chemistry researcher.

However, together they both share a similar love of music.

The concert will also be given at the Qualicum Legion on Tuesday, 10th November at 3 pm and Campbell River Legion on Saturday, 7th November at 7 pm. www.serendipityjazz.ca www.jacquelinelambeth. com

The countdown to November 11th Remembrance Day is on and Courtenay Legion Branch 17 is alive with preparations. This year marks the 68th annual Veterans Breakfast which is open to all veterans, their families and friends. For the first 60 of those years the breakfast was coordinated by the late Sandy Strachan, a former Legion President, City Councillor and Freeman of the City. The breakfast is held in the George Swift Memorial Hall at the Legion. Tickets are available upon entry and guests are asked to be seated by 9:00 a.m.

Following the breakfast, the parade will form up on Cliffe Avenue outside the Legion at 10:40 and march off to the cenotaph in Jubilee Square for the ceremony. Following the ceremony, open house will begin in the Legion lounge and food will be served during the afternoon. This is a family friendly event and the Legion encourages any members of the public to come and learn about what the Legion does behind the scenes as well as to enjoy our hospitality.

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