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NEWS MARS founder passes away North Island wildlife lost a guardian Wednesday, and the Comox Valley lost a friend, when Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society founder Maj Birch succumbed to cancer.

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Rotary suggests paving trail The Courtenay Rotary Club has asked Courtenay council to consider paving Rotary Trail, which the club says would be cheaper than installing bike lanes on busy streets.

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Comox commits funds to coalition

While the Town of Comox will not be participating in the upcoming CVRD regional service vote to address homelessness in the Valley, a $30,000 commitment will be used for the Comox Valley Coalition to End Homelessness Plan.

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ARTS Shepherd returns to the Valley

The Georgia Straight Jazz Society welcomes Montreal’s Elizabeth Shepherd Quintet for its weekly concert.

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SPORTS Sharpe named to national team

The Canadian Freestyle Ski Team unveiled its roster of athletes competing in aerials, moguls, halfpipe and slopestyle for the 2015-16 season on Nov. 19, and Cassie Sharpe of Comox is on the women’s halfpipe team.

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IN BRIEF Body IDed as missing tourist

The BC Coroners Service has confirmed that a body recovered at Vargas Island near Tofino, British Columbia, is that of missing Australian tourist Raveshan Morgan Pillay.

Pillay was with a group of tourists on the whale-watching vessel Leviathan II when it went down at Plover Ridge off Vargas Island on Oct. 25, 2015.

Five of the boat’s 27 occupants were confirmed deceased as a result of the incident.

Despite extensive search efforts over the following days, Pillay was not found.

In the early evening of Nov. 18, 2015, surfers reported finding a body on the beach of Vargas Island. An investigation has established that it is the body of Pillay. He is now confirmed as the sixth fatality of the events of Oct. 25.

Pillay was an Australian citizen. The other five deceased - four men and a woman - were all British nationals.

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MARS founder Maj Birch (left) shares a laugh with friend Jane McCarroll at the MARS 20th anniversary celebration Oct. 23.

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Valley mourns loss of MARS founder ■ Terry Farrell terry.farrell @comoxvalleyrecord.com

North Island wildlife lost a guardian Wednesday, when Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society founder Maj Birch succumbed to cancer.

Birch was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer on Oct. 6.

“She was diagnosed just over six weeks ago, and the disease just progressed really quickly,” said Pearl McKenzie, vice-president of MARS. The death came as a shock to many, as Birch remained true to the MARS campaign throughout her short battle with the disease.

She continued to campaign the local government councils for money to go towards the new hospital and a flight pen to help eagles and other wildlife recover, even after her diagnosis. Courtenay Mayor Larry Jangula expressed condolences on behalf of Courtenay council.

“I was saddened to hear of the passing of Maj Birch,” he said. “Maj was just at council a month ago, to seek support from council for the proposed new MARS facility north of Courtenay. We were all inspired by her dedication and passion for the creatures under her care. She will be deeply missed by the community, but she has left an amazing legacy.”

“Maj and I were making delegations to the local governments,” said McKenzie. “She was very committed to helping us raise money for our new wildlife hospital and visitors’ centre.

She was very excited about both of them.

“She had a number of ideas about the education centre, about how to get kids involved and get them out looking at all the little critters in our waters and on our land.”

“She knew, when we were making those presentations, about the diagnosis, but she was hoping for more time. It’s important to say this, she accepted it. She wasn’t afraid. She felt she lived a very good life.”

Birch began rehabbing animals in 1987 in northern B.C., and after certification in International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council basic skills,

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she moved to the Comox Valley with her husband Keith. Maj established the wildlife centre in 1995 on their three acres of property, gaining permits from Canadian Wildlife Service for migratory birds and permits for raptors and mammals from the BC Ministry of Environment. She completed the exam and MARS became a designated wildlife facility in 1996.

McKenzie said that while replacing Birch will be impossible, the MARS mission will be upheld.

“Maj was planning on retiring, so she had been, over the past period of time, transferring a lot of her responsibilities to the rest of us,” said McKenzie. “We are a very strong organization. We have hundreds of volunteers, and the core volunteers are just very dynamic, skilled people.

So we will take her work forward.”

A Celebration of Maj’s life will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 25 in the Upper Hall of the Florence Filberg Centre, 411 Anderton, Courtenay. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to MARS, www. wingtips.org, to build a new wildlife centre.

– with files from MARS website

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As stewards of Mack Laing Park in Comox, the Mack Laing Heritage Society (MLHS) has embarked on the long overdue job of removing invasive plant species within the park boundaries.

Currently working in the area immediately around Mack Laing’s former home of Shakesides, in cooperation with the Town of Comox Parks Department, the MLHS to date has contributed over 40 volunteer hours of labour to remove English ivy, Himalayan blackberry, lamium and holly. An estimated two dump truck loads of material has been extracted.

In the process of clearing the invasives, the group has uncovered some unusual “artifacts”, including a rototiller, a metal trailer, a plastic kayak, yards of plastic drain pipe, ropes, an iron axe head, bee hives and circular saw blades.

The MLHS welcomes public involvement in the invasives removal project and invites those interested to assist them on Wednesday afternoons, weather permitting. Please wear tough clothing and rubber boots, and bring heavy duty gardening gloves and pruning shears.

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Rotary approaches council regarding paving of trail board, notes the dream is to offer hop-on, hopoff service with the biking community.

He lauds the club’s recommendations, noting the trail is hard in some areas and soft in others, which makes it difficult for young riders and those pushing strollers.

“If we’re going to put money into bike infrastructure, why wouldn’t we pave sections of this or pave it all eventually, and make it better, easier and safer for everyone to get around?” Jangula said. “I think it makes so much sense. We’re so lucky that Rotary has supplied us all of the infrastructure that we already have on these trails.”

CAO David Allen says council can include the paving request in budget discussions.

“Council has made it clear that a bike network plan as part of a transportation network plan are two very important aspects of moving forward in delivering effective transportation networks,” Allen said.

Courtenay Rotary is in the process of upgrading the train station, which it hopes will become a centrepiece along the trail.

A photo of Rotary Trail, taken from Courtenay Train Station off Cumberland Road.

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Comox commits its homelessness fund to coalition plan ■ Erin Haluschak erin.haluschak @comoxvalleyrecord.com

While the Town of Comox will not be participating in the upcoming CVRD regional service vote to address homelessness in the Valley, a $30,000 commitment will be used for the Comox Valley Coalition to End Homelessness Plan, said CVCEH member Heather Ney. In her letter to council, Ney said while the coalition is disappointed the town will not be participating in the vote, they commend them on their commitment to contribute annually through a contractual relationship.

Comox chose not to participate in the referendum, as the town has established a fund (currently $30,000/year) which comes from general revenue) for the function of addressing homelessness.

With the commitment, the CVCEH has updated the plan to reflect the town’s contribution.

In its action plan, the CVCEH has distributed the town’s funds in Year 1 (2016-2017)

towards the goal to create four units of modular housing on available land at a cost of $140,000.

Seventy-thousand dollars would come from the CVRD homeless tax, $30,000 from the Town of Comox and $40,000 from the Comox Valley Recovery Centre.

Coun. Barbara Price inquired if the money allocated for the plan could be spent outside the town.

Don Jacquest, director of finance for the town, said only funds coming from capitol reserve have to be used within town boundaries.

••• In her report to council, Coun. Maureen Swift noted the Canex recycling depot located at 1625 Military Row - which was slated to close - will remain open for the time being.

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The Courtenay Rotary Club has partnered with the Island Corridor Foundation (ICF) and the City of Courtenay to construct the Rails to Trails, known as the Rotary Trail, along the E&N rail corridor, which runs past the train station.

The club believes the path provides the safest north-south route for cyclists and pedestrians. As such, it has asked Courtenay council to consider paving the gravel trail, which the club says would be cheaper than installing bike lanes on busy streets.

Rotary is also requesting dedicated bike lanes up 29th, 26th, 17th and other streets to have cycling connecting certain east-west streets to a new and enhanced trail.

The club believes the pathway will be the starting point of the north end of a trail connecting communities along the Island rail corridor from Courtenay to Victoria.

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City workers installed an aqua dam — a water-filled, portable, temporary dam that can be used in flood control efforts — Thursday at the Old Island Highway between Ryan and Headquarters. The new equipment is part of Courtenay’s flood operations procedures, geared at maintaining important transportation links as long as possible and mitigating flooding in low-lying areas, particularly the Puntledge Business District.

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Aqua dam passes the test ■ Scott Stanfield scott.stanfield @comoxvalleyrecord.com

The City of Courtenay has acquired a new piece of equipment that can be used in flood control efforts.

Called an aqua dam, workers tested the water-filled, portable device Thursday on the Old Island Highway between Ryan and Headquarters roads near the Puntledge Business District — the epicentre of last December’s storm.

In the event of a flood, the metre-high dam will create a barrier, protecting up to two-thirds the height of the aqua dam.

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you’re at your max in terms of what it will hold back. But that’s still two feet, which is quite a bit compared to what we had on the road in some spots (last winter). We had maybe a foot or so.”

The City has one trailer with 440 metres worth of aqua dam in different sections, and another trailer on order.

If flooding occurs, the trailers can be deployed in the low spots identified in flood mitigation mapping.

“Hopefully we dodge a bullet this year,” Allen said.

The dam, trailers, pumps and other pieces of equipment are worth about $100,000, purchased with federal gas tax funds.

Other flood control measures will include a manhole blocking system to prevent water from surging back into the drainage system from the river.

“It’s like a big bladder,” Allen said.

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Snow removal and de-icing from sidewalks shall be limited to sidewalks along arterial and major collector roads, with first priority given to opening one side only. Municipal staff will also endeavour to clear snow from sidewalks fronting properties owned by the Town of Comox, while removal of snow from sidewalks in commercial zones remains the responsibility of the individual property owners.

Ploughing of snow will result in a windrow of snow across private driveways and business accesses.

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2. Remove all parked vehicles from the streets until such time as ploughing has been completed.

3. Ensure your vehicle is equipped with good snow tires and add additional weight if required.

4. Allow for additional travel time between home and work, drive slowly and stay well back from the traffic in front of you.

5. Do not attempt to pass snow ploughs or sand trucks.

6. Please assist the Town in reducing flooding problems by clearing snow and debris away from and around catch basins.

7. The Town of Comox encourages everyone to assist the elderly and infirm with removal of snow from sidewalks and driveways.

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t still feels weird to be driving home from work in the dark.

Though we’ve had a few weeks to adjust to the end of Daylight Savings Time it is sometimes still a shock to get out of work and see the stars overhead.

We also haven’t had to really adjust yet to winter weather. We can count on one hand the number of times we’ve had to scrape the frost off the car in the morning.

We’ve experienced a couple of storms now, but the thermometer has stayed decidedly on the mild side.

The rain, though, after this summer’s long drought, is still something to which we are adjusting to.

But it has also, it seems, left us rather unprepared for winter driving.

We’re not entirely sure why it seems the population forgets how to safely drive through the elements when we don’t have to for a few months, but it behooves us all to give ourselves a little primer.

It’s an abrupt and sad reminder of our mortality on the road in our speeding metal boxes.

Sometimes a crash is unavoidable. But there are things that we can do to give ourselves more of a safety cushion out there. And the more people doing those things the safer it is for everyone.

First and foremost, slow down.

Speed limits are set for optimal conditions — not in the dark, or on a road that has frozen overnight, or where water is pooling and catching your tires.

Slowing down also means giving yourself some extra time to get to your destination. If it takes you 20 minutes to get to work in the summer, give yourself an extra 10 minutes in the winter.

If you don’t know if it has frozen or not, some extra caution just in case never hurt anyone.

Second, leave appropriate stopping space between yourself and the car in front of you so that if they get into trouble, you don’t have to follow. Your hurry is never that important.

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■ Andrew Gower from the chair

Riding bicycles isn’t just a fun hobby here in the Comox Valley – it’s also becoming big business. The combination of a stunning natural environment, relatively little pollution as a result of minimal industrial activity, and favourable topography make our area a natural cycling destination. This confluence of factors continues to attract cyclists of all types — both to live and visit here — and that is a major benefit to our local economy.

If we start by doing a quick review of the specialty bike shops in the Valley, we find that there are seven in total (not including Hornby Island).

Trail Bicycles, Mountain City Cycles, Sara’s Bicycles, and the Broken Spoke are all in Courtenay. Blacks and Simon’s Cycles are located in Comox, and Dodge City Cycles is in Cumberland. Between them they have at least 20 employees, and if we assume industry standard pay, that represents an annual payroll on the order of $600,000.

However, there are many other

the Campbell River area. Drift Mountain Biking provides coaching and guiding to mountain bikers of all skill levels.

The international and national attention the events and businesses in the Valley have provided over the years, combined with the excellent cycling resources for both road and mountain bikers (roads and trails), is starting to add up. There is potential for the Comox Valley to leverage this sustainable business opportunity to an ever-increasing scale, following in the footsteps of such places as Moab, Utah — an incredibly popular mountain bike destination — and many places in Europe that have prosperous cycle touring industries. Looking at Moab in particular, mountain bike tourism is estimated to inject over $8 million per year into the local economy.

To take advantage of this healthy, relatively low environmental impact, and profitable business opportunity, our local governments need to work towards making the Valley bike-friendly. Bike infrastructure and bike-centric policy are two important tools local governments can use to boost this industry.

Andrew Gower is the chair of the Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce

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businesses that sell bikes and bike-related goods. Blue Toque Sports Swap sells used bikes and products. Most major retailers including WalMart, Canadian Tire and Costco also sell bikes and bike-related products. All of these businesses are trying to be a part of the several hundred-million dollar cycling and related goods retail market in Canada.

Beyond retail sales, many other businesses in the Valley are directly related to the cycling industry. Each year since 2007, the BC Bike Race has brought several hundred mountain bikers from around the world to Cumberland, spending money locally on food and lodging. The United Riders of Cumberland have been running race events since the early-2000s, bringing mountain bikers here from all over the Island and the mainland. Mount Washington had lift-accessed mountain biking, which was also an attraction that brought people from out of town and provided employment for people on the hill.

The Comox Valley Cycle Club hosts road bike events, which also attract out-of-town competitors. Finally, the newest development is in cycle touring, guiding and coaching. Island Mountain Rides provides guided tours of mountain bike trails. Island Joy Rides provides fully supported cycle touring all over the Valley and

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Vote ‘no’ and make your own donation

Dear editor, As a homeowner who will be asked to support a proposal to give $6-$10 a year extra on my taxes to “resolve” the issue of homelessness on Nov. 28 I will be voting NO. I hope Courtenay’s homeowners will turn this proposal down. The money generated by this addition to our taxes would probably fund salary and costs to administer this initiative with very little actually going into providing a roof much less food for the homeless. Accounting time to administer the money, meetings to determine who and how much would be allocated would adsorb much of the fund. There are many societies and organizations that are established to help homeless people, and I am sure if each of us were to give the Salvation Army an extra six dollars the money would have a more direct route to those that need help, or for that matter we can give to Habitat, Aides, the Food Bank, etc. All are actively doing good work.

Homelessness is a sad but real part of life in every city in the world.

The group called “Coalition to End Homelessness” may be a very dedicated group but sadly ending homelessness is not something that will ever be achieved.

Their plea for support for this increase in our taxes is just a way to open a door.

Once we vote yes on this initiative there is no going back, we will only be looking at the tax increasing with very little chance of the homeless issue ever being resolved. The approximate budget the tax would generate has been suggested to be $180,000. That is not enough to provide a few beds in a new safe place, much less a home!

Think about this issue and do two things. Vote No on Nov. 28 and give a donation to the existing charity of your choice. It will be well spent.

Karen Whitworth Courtenay

$6 a pittance to battle homelessness Dear editor, As we head into a season of Christmas spending and

sharing it is worth thinking about what the Homelessness Supports Service Referendum means. Sadly the question itself is awkward. Thank goodness we can access answers to Frequently Asked Questions at bit.ly/1T1jVca The answer to question six tells me that for each $300,000 that my warm home is worth I would pay $6 towards services for the homeless. As I prepare a nutritious meal, fool around on my home computer and do my Christmas shopping I think I can fumble around in the dark recesses of my pocket and find $6 in order to give someone else a hand up.

Kathy Duperron Cumberland

Albert claims he was taken out of context

Dear editor, This is in response to Don Nickerson’s letter in The Record dated Nov. 12 entitled Homeless referendum discriminatory.

Nickerson quotes me saying that I had written somewhere that there is already social housing in the Valley so any new housing would be redundant. Well, I don’t mind being referenced in this way but it would be nice if it was in context.

More seriously, Nickerson uses my statement about the existence of social housing in the Valley as an argument against the referendum. This I cannot let go by. I fully support the referendum and I greatly encourage people to vote yes.

Nickerson argues that a new CVRD levy of less than $10 per household would be too onerous for property owners and would be discriminatory letting other taxpayers off the hook.

Well, as taxpayers, we do need to be careful about how our money is spent. I, for one, may not support tax money going to support curling clubs, recreation centres, or economic development, but that’s what’s happening here. We just need to get our priorities straight.

Cities all over North America, Europe and elsewhere recognize the importance of subsidizing housing. Victoria invests in housing. Vancouver does. Nanaimo does. Campbell River does.

Yes, there is social housing

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in the Comox Valley but it’s woefully inadequate. The Salvation Army emergency shelter can’t keep up with demand. There is no transitional housing and no supportive housing.

Let’s get together and support our less fortunate brothers and sisters by voting YES on the referendum Nov.28!

It’s the least we can do.

Roger Albert Cumberland

Leave Puntledge and Lake Trail alone

Dear editor, The School Board is thinking of closing Puntledge School. Although it is very difficult to get clear information from the School Board it seems that the reason to closing our neighborhood schools is that Highland doesn’t have enough enrollment in some of their classes. This means that the borders are going to be changed and some of the Isfeld kids will move to Highland, then some of the Vanier kids will move to Isfeld and then (honest to goodness) the Lake Trail kids will have to be bused to Vanier and then they will close Puntledge School to move the kids from there to Lake Trail. All of this to solve a problem at Highland. And yes, to somehow save money.

So hundreds and hundreds of students will be uprooted to solve a problem that has nothing to do with them.

Ecole Puntledge Park is a huge part of our neighbourhood. It is the only school in B.C., that we know of, that has a salmon spawning stream. It is surrounded by trees and fields and it is loved by both the kids who go there and kids who went there 30 years ago.

Over 460 people have signed a petition just in the past week.

People from all over Canada who went to Puntledge have signed, because they loved their school.

Does the School Board know that the Number 1 indicator of success in education is liking one’s school? It tops absolutely every other indicator. We have a jewel of a location and the kids love their school.

Please don’t shut it down to solve a problem at Highland.

Shirley Wade-Linton Courtenay

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EDAS: Teaching compassion to the Valley youth ■ Terry Farrell terry.farrell @comoxvalleyrecord.com

Twelve years ago, Chantal Stefan and three friends came up with an idea, while living in Edmonton.

The four of them baked up some sugar cookies, wrote notes on little pieces of construction paper, added a pair of socks and put all the contents into little Christmas bags. They made 88 bags, went down the back alleys of downtown Edmonton, right before Christmas, and hung the bags where people would see them and pick them up.

“They all disappeared overnight, and Everybody Deserves a Smile was born,” said Stefan.

“We had no intention of it ever being more than just being in that moment. But it has grown ever since.”

Stefan now lives in Cumberland, and teaches at École Puntledge Park Elementary School.

When she moved to the Island, she brought the EDAS concept with her. The project is no longer active in its Alberta birthplace, but it has flourished in the Comox Valley.

“This is the eighth year for the program here,” said Stefan. “We have 10 schools working with us this year, all collecting donations and making cookies and painting bags and making cards. I can’t get over how big it has become.”

This year’s partnering schools are Queneesh Elementary, Brooklyn Elementary, Highland Secondary, G.P. Vanier Secondary, Mark Isfeld Secondary, Cumberland Community School, École Robb Road, Huband Park Elementary, Royston Elementary and Glacier View Secondary Centre.

Toques, mittens, scarves, wool socks, toothbrushes and toothpaste will be accepted at dropoff locations, including: École Puntledge Park, Zocalo Café and Gallery, RE/MAX, Courtenay, Lewis Centre, Comox Community Centre and Seeds Food Market in Cumberland.

The items most in need are wool socks, toques and mitts or

gloves, in extra large or large bration of giving, complete with sizes for men and medium sizes entertainment, including Helen for women. Deadline to drop off Austin and the Brodie Dawson/ donations is Dec. 7. Cash dona- Christy Vanden duo She Could tions are Be Trouble. accepted, T h i s and cheques We now are using a locally s e a s o n , can be made Everybody developed curriculum focused payable to Deserves on hearts and minds. It weaves a EDAS. Smile Once the the work of the ‘I Can project’ Comox Vald o n a t i o n s philosophy with a connection ley sees are collected, to an international movement its largest there will be campaign p a c k a g i n g called Design for Change. yet. workshops “We are SD71 superintendent Sherry elwood on Dec. 10 making 800 and 11 at care packÉcole Puntledge, in what has ages this year,” said Stefan, who turned out to be a two-day cele- added that total will cover more

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than the local needs. “With the Comox Valley, because our giving is so great in the three communities, we help other communities. This same project runs in Campbell River, Port Alberni and Nanaimo. So what we do with the Comox Valley bags, is we hand them out to everyone who needs one here — that accounts for about 355 bags. Then we go to (the other communities) and drop off care packages there as well.”

The EDAS project has become much more than a Christmas project. Its lesson in human compassion has piqued the interest of the local school district to such a degree that

philanthropy has become part of the curriculum in many local schools.

“We now are using a locally developed curriculum focused on hearts and minds,” said School District 71 superintendent Sherry Elwood. “It weaves the work of the ‘I Can project’ philosophy with a connection to an international movement called Design for Change. Our school district represents Canada in this work that supports children across the world.” École Puntledge Park, where Stefan teaches, is the host school, and the project has become more than a one-week affair.

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Photos: Front page - Ruby (in white sweater, from last year’s EDAS Club) directing a younger student through the assembly line at last year’s workshop (photo by Erin Haluschak); opposite page - the École Puntledge Park EDAS Club puts up the school display for this year’s project (submitted photo); above - the entire team poses (with EDAS founder Chantal Stefan, second from left) during a cheque presentation (submitted photo).

“We have kindergarten to Grade 12 students running this project,” said Stefan.

“We have displays going up all over the Comox Valley. We have curriculum that we have built now, so it’s going into different schools, in different ways.

“It’s so deep. The kids are learning about homelessness and poverty and active citizenship. They are really becoming change-makers, and they are so good at it. These kids are so clear already. They are getting it. To be able to provide this opportunity for them locally, has been really exciting.”

The EDAS project has become much more than a Christmas project. Its lesson in philanthropy has piqued the interest of the local school district to such a degree that it has become part of the curriculum.

The project has evolved to include field trips for some of the students.

This year, a group of Grade 6 and 7 students has been selected to take a road trip to Nanaimo for a tour of the 7-10 Club soup kitchen and a tour of a Victoria shelter, for some firsthand experience.

“We did a call of interest at Puntledge this year for the EDAS Club and we had 40 students show up,” said Stefan.

“Our plan was only to take 16, so I had to get them to fill applications, because there were too many students for what I could accommodate.”

The applications included a brief essay on why each student

felt they deserved to be on the “team.” Stefan said the response was overwhelming.

“Twenty-five of them came back with these unbelievable responses… from essay writing, to collages, it was just incredible. So we had to keep them all. They are so excited to be part of this.”

Other schools have adopted philanthropy lessons as well.

Isfeld, Vanier and Cumberland Community School are piloting a new program called Inspire Change — a 10-week program on philanthropy.

As for the original foursome, Stefan said that while the program is no longer active in Edmonton, one of the “founders” does lend a helping hand to the Comox Valley project.

“One of the originals is now in Saskatchewan and she is mailing me all the little bottles of soaps and shampoos that she has been collecting from hotels.”

Stefan said the benefits of EDAS are not limited to those receiving the care packages.

“I’ve always said EDAS has two-fold (purpose). It’s absolutely important for people living on the streets to feel love, whenever they can. But it’s as important for those helping out. It helps us be reminded of what’s truly important in this world.

“There are so many people to thank, but really, it’s everybody in the entire community. This doesn’t happen unless the entire community takes it to heart. Thank you to all our partners.”

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Quintet takes the stage at As always, Shepherd manThe Avalanche Bar. ages to make her odd-meter It’s been more than four grooves feel fluid and funky, years since Elizabeth Shepwhile her sensual, breathy herd last played a concert voice is as direct and hauntfor Georgia Straight Jazz ing as ever. Warm and fuzzy Society. The capacity audior cool and sparkling, Shepence was enchanted by her herd’s electric Rhodes piano sophisticated style of jazz, anchors the sound of The and after reviewing ElizaSignal, and her love of soul, beth’s latest CD The Signal, funk, and old-school hipit’s clear that her music only hop shines through in the got better. beats that propel many of When she appeared before, the tracks. An adventurous Elizabeth was expecting her producer, the three-time first child. Today she has a Juno nominee successfulfour-year-old daughter, and ly incorporates Moog keyit’s evident from the poetic board, ngoni, steel pans and lyrics on her latest album, kalimba as well as a range she continues to share of samples that include her feelings about life and Elizabeth Shepherd plays the Avalanche Thursday. blues legend Lead Belly and aging; faith; family; work, PHOTO submitted Mother Teresa. the planet and the struggle The Signal will be availof life with its insecurities. able at the show this ThursThis is no ordinary jazz Monsanto and motherhood spective on life, the world day. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. music: Shepherd’s music to witchcraft and war. and your role in it,” she said. Admission is $10 for memThe new songs were deciconfronts you and begs to “I feel that this album bers, and $12 for non-memcompare her insight and sively influenced by the is giving voice to my own bers. For more information experience with your own. birth of her daughter. strength as a woman. Every about the jazz society, please “Motherhood changes you song except one is about a visit www.georgiastraightLyrically, the subject matter touches on everything from fundamentally, your per- woman or written from a jazz.com.

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Old El Paso

4

2$ for

8 Soft Flour Tortillas, 189gr

Seasoning Mix

5

3$

28-35gr

for

Old El Paso

Dairyland

Sour Cream

99

500ml

for

4 Old El Paso

Dairyland

Refried Beans

Cottage Cheese

5

2$ for

for

Old El Paso

Old El Paso

215ml

311-334gr

Taco Sauce

398ml

500gr

4

2$ for

10

5$

¢

2$

for

5

650ml

299 for

Old El Paso

Soft Tortillas

2$

Thick ‘n Chunky Salsa

Dinner Kit 227-510gr

4

2$ for

10

3$ for

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Meat

Pork Loin Halves Cut Into Rib or Tenderloin End Chops

Sunrise Farms

Fresh Whole Frying Chicken

5.48 per kg

2 Pack, 6.59 per kg

2

49

2

99

Locally Raised BC Poultry Grain Fed Free Run

Per

LB

Naturally Smoked Sausage 375gr

$

Bacon

Wieners

Schneiders

Schneiders

375gr

Selected, 375-450gr

1kg

Schneiders

Grimm’s

5

5 % 30 $

Per

LB

Smokies or European Wieners

8

7

$

2$ for

REWARDING CUSTOMERS FOR TWENTY FIVE YEARS

OFF

UPSTAIRS INSIDE QUALITY FOODS IN: Comox v Powell River v Qualicum Foods v Courtenay Selection may vary by store. Some restrictions apply.

FL AT WARE Offer in effect until November 29, 2015

IN STORES NOW!

Aren’t these deals just the coolest?

Kraft

Dressing

Selected, 475ml

Chapman’s

2

400gr

Cool Whip

2lt

225gr or 1lt

WIN A BC LIONS JERSEY!

Green Giant

599

Tre Stelle

Valley Selections Vegetables

300-500gr

4

5

for

Chapman’s

Green Giant

Gelato

Frozen Vegetables

5

2$

for

Chapman’s

Chapman’s

2lt

1.5lt

Frozen Yogurt

1.5lt

750gr

3

99

5

2$

99

2$

for

Feta Cheese

Kraft

Premium Ice Cream

99

Tre Stelle

Slice Cream Ice Cream

4

99

3

99

Deluxe Mozzarella Cheese 340gr

WIN A BC LIONS JERSEY!

399

Castello

Noble or Rosenborg Blue Cheese

Selected, 125-150gr

WIN A BC LIONS JERSEY!

2$ for

7

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Quality Foods an Island Original

Prices in effect November 23-29, 2015

581-888gr

2.27kg

4

3

99

125-150gr

300gr

Bick’s

Bick’s

500-750ml

Cracker Barrel

Ocean’s

Smoked Oysters or Mussels 85gr

Ocean’s

2

Wild Cocktail Shrimp or Crab Meat

Planters

Mott’s

7

2$ for

for

10

Christie

McLarens

Ritz Crackers

Kraft

Miracle Whip or Mayo

11

99

for

Crackers

5

4$

3

99

5

2$ for

165-200gr

Gourmet Rice Chips

156gr

for

220-320gr

for

10

for

6

for

10

4$ for

LICABL PP

for

10

398ml

2

99

WIN A BC LIONS JERSEY!

2

for

Tortilla Chips 225-230gr

Christie

Carr’s

Bits & Bites

Crackers

175gr

selected, 125-150gr

10

4$ for

5

4$

99

Doritos

Fudge Coated Tiny Twists, 198gr

3$

Bush’s Best

Baked Beans

125gr

5

Rold Gold

225gr

5$

5

Classic Dipped Pretzels

Classic Dip

2$

for

12-15x355ml

EES EF

10

5$

5

for

2$

2$

Pepsi, 7-Up or Mountain Dew

Tortilla Chips

215-220gr

Nalley

for

2

Rosenborg Danish Brie or Camembert Cheese

5

2$

99

Castello

Dofino Havarti Cheese

WIN A BC LIONS JERSEY!

Tostitos

Ruffles

Potato Chips

Rice Works

5

PLUS A

for

for

425gr

2

Arla

Selected, 175-454gr

275-300gr

2$

Chili

454gr

113-170gr

2$

4

99

Stagg Chili

Dry Roasted Peanuts

99

LICABL PP

Christie

Peanuts Resealable Bag

375ml

890ml

10

3$

Planters

Olives, Gherkins or Onions

Selected, 140-200gr

LICABL PP

600gr

EES EF

5

99

4

99

Crackers

907gr

3$

Non Alcoholic, 6x250ml

Old Tyme Ginger Beer

Stoned Wheat Thins

Cheddar Cheese

227-250gr

225gr

2

1.89lt Kraft

The Great Jamaican

99

LICABL PP

Clamato Juice

1lt

Philadelphia Cream Cheese

for

for

PLUS A

Premium Pickles

Selected, 1lt

2$

5

2$

GAME DAY DECISIONS made easy

Bick’s

Dill Pickles or Hamburger Slices

Pickled Beets

4

5

Planters

EES EF

2

4

for

9

Cashews

1.75lt

EES EF

4

Minute Maid

99

2$

99

99

3

100% Orange Juice

450gr

99

Hans Freitag

400gr

99

99

LICABL PP

Wafers & Biscuits

300gr

Cheddar or Mozzarella Style Slices

336gr

340gr

Poppycock

Walkers

Shortbread

Black Diamond

Cheestrings

Shredded Cheese

99

PLUS A

Black Diamond

Black Diamond

4

99

PLUS A

99

Salt Spring

Organic Whole Bean Coffee

12x355ml

EES EF

9

Ginger Ale, Club Soda or Tonic Water

PLUS A

340-630gr

2kg

Canada Dry

Rising Crust or Pizzeria Vintage Pizza

Thin Crispy Crust or Rustico Pizza

Perogies

Lasagna

Delissio

Delissio

Cheemo

Bassili’s Best

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6

2$ for

10

5$ for

10

5$ for

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Quality Foods an Island Original

Prices in effect November 23-29, 2015

581-888gr

2.27kg

4

3

99

125-150gr

300gr

Bick’s

Bick’s

500-750ml

Cracker Barrel

Ocean’s

Smoked Oysters or Mussels 85gr

Ocean’s

2

Wild Cocktail Shrimp or Crab Meat

Planters

Mott’s

7

2$ for

for

10

Christie

McLarens

Ritz Crackers

Kraft

Miracle Whip or Mayo

11

99

for

Crackers

5

4$

3

99

5

2$ for

165-200gr

Gourmet Rice Chips

156gr

for

220-320gr

for

10

for

6

for

10

4$ for

LICABL PP

for

10

398ml

2

99

WIN A BC LIONS JERSEY!

2

for

Tortilla Chips 225-230gr

Christie

Carr’s

Bits & Bites

Crackers

175gr

selected, 125-150gr

10

4$ for

5

4$

99

Doritos

Fudge Coated Tiny Twists, 198gr

3$

Bush’s Best

Baked Beans

125gr

5

Rold Gold

225gr

5$

5

Classic Dipped Pretzels

Classic Dip

2$

for

12-15x355ml

EES EF

10

5$

5

for

2$

2$

Pepsi, 7-Up or Mountain Dew

Tortilla Chips

215-220gr

Nalley

for

2

Rosenborg Danish Brie or Camembert Cheese

5

2$

99

Castello

Dofino Havarti Cheese

WIN A BC LIONS JERSEY!

Tostitos

Ruffles

Potato Chips

Rice Works

5

PLUS A

for

for

425gr

2

Arla

Selected, 175-454gr

275-300gr

2$

Chili

454gr

113-170gr

2$

4

99

Stagg Chili

Dry Roasted Peanuts

99

LICABL PP

Christie

Peanuts Resealable Bag

375ml

890ml

10

3$

Planters

Olives, Gherkins or Onions

Selected, 140-200gr

LICABL PP

600gr

EES EF

5

99

4

99

Crackers

907gr

3$

Non Alcoholic, 6x250ml

Old Tyme Ginger Beer

Stoned Wheat Thins

Cheddar Cheese

227-250gr

225gr

2

1.89lt Kraft

The Great Jamaican

99

LICABL PP

Clamato Juice

1lt

Philadelphia Cream Cheese

for

for

PLUS A

Premium Pickles

Selected, 1lt

2$

5

2$

GAME DAY DECISIONS made easy

Bick’s

Dill Pickles or Hamburger Slices

Pickled Beets

4

5

Planters

EES EF

2

4

for

9

Cashews

1.75lt

EES EF

4

Minute Maid

99

2$

99

99

3

100% Orange Juice

450gr

99

Hans Freitag

400gr

99

99

LICABL PP

Wafers & Biscuits

300gr

Cheddar or Mozzarella Style Slices

336gr

340gr

Poppycock

Walkers

Shortbread

Black Diamond

Cheestrings

Shredded Cheese

99

PLUS A

Black Diamond

Black Diamond

4

99

PLUS A

99

Salt Spring

Organic Whole Bean Coffee

12x355ml

EES EF

9

Ginger Ale, Club Soda or Tonic Water

PLUS A

340-630gr

2kg

Canada Dry

Rising Crust or Pizzeria Vintage Pizza

Thin Crispy Crust or Rustico Pizza

Perogies

Lasagna

Delissio

Delissio

Cheemo

Bassili’s Best

■ Tuesday, November 24, 2015 ■ 17

6

2$ for

10

5$ for

10

5$ for

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Deli & Cheese

Grimm’s

Schneiders

Fat Free Turkey Breast

Continental

Lyona, Summer, Beer or Ham with Garlic Sausage

Traditional Irish Smoked Ham

1

2

99 100 gr

Sushi

100 gr

1

Deli Salad

99

14

99

16 Piece Maki Platter

7

$

per 100gr

Dinner for Two

799

24

95

Pasta Primavera Creamy Coleslaw Greek Macaroni Traditional Potato

7

$

Dip

227gr

1

99

Available at select stores only.

• • • • •

Summerfresh

Egg Roll

Available at select stores only.

Per

100 gr

Large

Cooked Meatballs

BBQ Pork Back Ribs

27 Piece Party Tray

49

Per

Large

Cold

3

1

49

Per

7

2$ for

Seafood • Quality Foods

99

Frozen or Previously Frozen

Previously Frozen

Coho Salmon Fillets

Skinless Halibut Fillets

1

69

Per

100 gr

Per

100 gr

Fresh

Tastee Choice

Shrimp Ring

227gr

25

% off

10

2$ for

Hand Peeled Shrimp

All Quality Fresh Tubs Excludes Organic

Price discounted at the checkout.

3

49 Per

100 gr

COMOXVALLEYRECORD.com

Bakery

Multigrain Buns

English Bay

12 Pack Cookies

■ Tuesday, November 24, 2015 ■ 19

Raisin or Chelsea Bread

2

6

49

2$ for

Raspberry Swirl Muffins

for

6 pack

QF Signature

Wonder

Raisin Butter Tarts

3

Bread or Buns

3

99

• • • •

2

for

Dempster’s

Whole Grains Bread

600gr

9

3

99

6 pack

4

2$

6 pack

Cupcakes

Mocha Java Decadent Chocolate Lemon Truffle Cookies & Creme

99

570gr or 12’s

69

6 pack

2 Layer Cake

Cinnamon Buns

4

2$

99

6

2$ for

6 pack

Quality Foods • Taste for Life Earth’s Own

Seva

Almond Fresh Noel Nog

Sensible Portions

Organic Pure Maple Water

946ml

Kettle Brand

Veggie Straws

Potato Chips

142gr

170-220gr

for

5

So Nice

Organic Almond or Soy Beverage

1.75lt

2$ for

LICABL PP

EES EF

2$

PLUS A

1lt

2

2$

99

OneCoffee

Organic Single Serve Coffee

for

4

2

Kozy Shack

Pudding

99

624gr

12’s

7

Glad

Extra Wide Seal Freezer Bags 15-20’s

599

2

99

Household

Arm & Hammer

Glad

2x Concentrated Liquid Detergent

Bags

Selected, 10-40’s

2.03-2.21lt

199

299

399

Purex

Double Roll Bathroom Tissue

9

24’s

99

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Drop in between 4:00 & 6:00 PM for a fresh

NEW APPY SPECIAL!

GREY

GREAT for P U C S L DEA California Fresh

Satsuma Mandarin Oranges

2lb bag

7 99

2$ Mexican “Premium”

French Green Beans 400gr

7

E

B.C. Grown “Extra Fancy”

Pink Lady Apples 2.18 per kg

12oz bag

4 3

2$ for

Kiwi Fruit

3

Per

LB

Mexico Grown “Hot House”

Mixed Coloured Peppers 2lb bag

Idaho Grown

4$ for

¢

99

Garden Salad

New Zealand Grown

Sweet Yellow Onions

69 1.52 per kg

Natural Organics

¢ Per

LB

Woodland Bouquet

Mixed Bunch Greenery

10 19

2$ for

O I C

Taylor Farms

2$ for

C

for

H

99

Washington Grown

Organic Yellow Onions 3lb bag

6

2$ for

California “Fresh”

Organic Bunched Carrots

4

2$ for

China Grown

Organic Mandarin Oranges 3lb

7 DAYS OF SAVINGS - November 23-29, 2015 MON.

TUES.

WED.

THUR.

FRI.

SAT.

23

24

25

26

27

28

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES

SUN.

29

“Photos for presentation purposes only”

Qualicum Foods - 705 Memorial Port Alberni - 2943 10th Ave. Nanoose Bay - 2443 Collins Cr. Parksville - 319 E. Island Hwy. Campbell River - 465 Merecroft Rd. Powell River – 4871 Joyce Ave.

752-9281 723-3397 468-7131 954-2262 287-2820 (604)485-5481

customerservice@qualityfoods.com

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758-3733 754-6012 756-3929 890-1005 331-9328 (778)433-3291

www.qualityfoods.com

3

99

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■ Tuesday, November 24, 2015 ■ 21

RANDY

DEVINE

c: 250-898-4777 dean@deanthompson.ca deanthompson.ca

It’s a Devine time to buy or sell your home

Jacqui Devine 12 year’s industry experience • Listings advertised on Kijiji & Craigslist

Randy Devine Realtor

Unlicensed Assistant

OPEN HOUSE

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$599,900

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562 Salish Street $75,000

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Private acreage overlooking Comox Lake!

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E PRIC NE W 15-1240 Wilkinson Rd. $49,900 3bed / 1 bath mobile home in popular Del’s trailer park in the Comox Peninsula. This home is in great shape and located just a block away from the ocean. This park offers a clubhouse for social gatherings. No rentals or pets permitted and occupants must be 55+. Priced to sell!

2051 Comox Lake Road $179,900

696 Colby Road, Comox • $269,900 Immediate possession! Deluxe double airplane hangar includes clubhouse, office & parts room.

Largest private lease at airpark. Priced to sell.

View Lot at “The Ridge” Build your dream home and enjoy ocean, mountain & glacier views. Full underground services. Across from city park. Call for info.

#2 110 20th Street

4053 Southwalk Drive

Comox building lot for sale. 0.37 acre backing onto 487-acre Lazo Marsh Conservation Area. Prime lot is at the end of a cul-de-sac for added privacy.

104-1970 Comox Ave. $149,900 NEW PRICE! Long-term contingency plan in place & depreciation report done. Strata fees went up and to offset that, the price came down. This is the most affordable apartment in downtown Comox! 2 BR/2 bath, 1045 sq.ft.

Each office is individually owned and operated

282 Anderton Rd., Comox, BC V9M 1Y2

(C) 250-703-6676

www.DevineComoxHomes.com

250-339-2021

Ocean Pacific Realty

Susan Willis 250-218-0982

www.susanwillis.ca susanwillis@remax.net

#9-2030 Robb Ave., Comox

Barrel Vaulted Ceilings A solid, custom built rancher minutes from Courtenay on the Old Island Highway.

Meticulously maintained and improved.

The perfect retirement home located in Chelsea Court. Vaulted ceilings, spacious living room and master bedroom, 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms.

Covered patio, single garage, additional parking 55+, small pet, no rentals.

Unique design and meticulous craftsmanship throughout. This rancher is yours to discover. You will delight in the generous use of wood; mahogany, for passage doors, closets and trim and oak flooring in the foyer.

$203,500

MLS 397915

#16-2200 Manor Dr., Comox

Move-in condition! Bright, immaculate 55+ patio home in Eagle Ridge Estates. Features 2 bdrms, laundry/storage room, sunroom and single garage. Community clubhouse, 1 small pet, no rentals.

$200,000

MLS 396614

#45-2355 Valley View Dr., Courtenay East

3 bdrm, 1-1/2 baths townhouse in Trumpeter Ridge.

Close to elementary and secondary schools & shopping.

Family friendly, no age restrictions, rentals allowed. 3 good sized bedrooms. 1 ½ baths.

5774 Island Highway North

IAN DOE

Your Neighbourhood Realtor 250.897.5628 (Mobile) iandoe@remax.net iandoe.remax.ca

3381 Mill St., Cumberland

9 yr old home located in a quiet area of Ulverston Station. Main floor features an open concept living area with 9 ft. ceilings. Upstairs is 3 bdrms & 2 full baths. 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom legal suite on 2nd floor.

MLS 387007. $659,900

MLS 398491

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$174,900

MLS 394055

Excellent soil-market garden potential, barn, detached garage, cottage, numerous outbuildings.

$394,000

2230A Cliffe Ave. Courtenay, BC V9N 2L4

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250-334-9900

Each REMAX office is independently owned and operated

22 ■ Tuesday, November 24, 2015 ■ COMOXVALLEYRECORD.com Consider Campbell River!

Mason Walker

Just 40 minutes north of the Comox Valley.

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$334,900

- short walk to the ocean, quiet location in Deep Bay - 2200 sq ft home on private 0.3 acre property - detached shop, ocean views, backs onto greenspace

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#11 – 301 ARIZONA DR

1927 FERN DR

2172 ALBEA RD

1595 sqft, 3 bdrms, 2 full bath, great rm, pantry in kitchen, covered patio, heat pump, double garage, hot water on demand, fully fenced and landscaped, Net GST included. MLS 363597

Updated 3 bedroom, 1,280 plus sq ft rancher with separate family room, new windows & new tiered back deck. Very clean ready to move in. Walk to schools, shopping, Beaver Lodge & Sportsplex and Sea Walk. MLS 398528

Beautifully updated rancher in a quiet Willow Pt. neighbourhood. This 3 bdrm & 1.5 bath would make a great starter home or rental. New roof, siding, windows & eaves troughs. Nice size lot & back yard has cul-de-sac access. MLS 396788

$359,900

NOW SELLING Phase III

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$299,900

INCLUDES 6 APPLIANCES!!

- super cute rancher across from Woodcote Park - updated laminate floors, vinyl windows, roof - professionally landscaped, MLS 399076 9308 Martin Park Dr, Black Creek

$299,900

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1959 Cliffe Ave., Courtenay

420 Pidcock Ave., Courtenay

8914B Clarkson Dr., Black Creek

2305 Strathcona Cr., Comox

8655 & 8656 Island Hwy, Black Creek

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Glenn Procter • 250-334-9900

Great location close to downtown. Large 70x200’ MU2 zoned lot. Older home converted into office space. Lots of stor$319,000 age in unfinished bsmt.

Corner Lot downtown Courtenay in Old Orchard area!! R2 zoned Lot - great for a duplex. Home is being sold “As is $198,000 where is”.

Approx 1 acre w/ 105’ of spectacular walk on waterfront, sandy beach. Zoned TC-1.

Reno’d 2 bed home w/ office. 3 rental units $675,000 in 2 cabins, 7 RV sites.

Perfect family home close to downtown Comox & amenities. Upgraded, kitchen w/built in pantry. New floors, $339,900 paint, fixtures. 3 beds.

Two titled properties combined area of 1.96 acres, one of 1.26 I-L zoned and other 0.70 of CR-1. 210’ of highway frontage. Lots of potential. $269,000

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112-1050 Braidwood Rd., Courtenay Why pay rent? 2 BD/1 BA open concept, ground floor corner unit. Laminate floor, balcony. 5% down = $4500, 658.89/mo inc strata & tax. $87,000

Shea Wilson • 250-334-9900

2511A Steele Cr., Courtenay

4849 Kilmarnock Dr., Courtenay

276 Richard St., Union Bay

8-1876 Comox Ave., Comox

Myles Armstead • 250-334-9900

Bruce Langlands • 250-334-9900

Bruce Langlands • 250-334-9900

Bruce Langlands • 250-334-9900

Copperfield Ridge! New 1/2 duplex unit offers 2 levels w/main level living.

3 bed, 2.5 baths, engineered HW, open $279,900 plan, fenced yard.

0.46 acre across from ocean. 2 bedroom upgraded rancher + 1 bedroom $339,000 cottage. Great area.

Ocean view home, completely renovated in ‘08. Home includes Stainless Steel appliances, family room, 3 beds, $274,900 den. 2 decks for views.

Ocean & mountain views. Immaculate 2 Bdrm, 2 Bath condo, lots of upgrades, elevator & covered parking. $284,900 Central Comox.

ocean pacific realty 282 Anderton Road, Comox, BC V9M 1Y2 • remax@oceanpacificrealty.com • 250-339-2021 • 1-888-829-7205 2230a Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay, BC V9N 2L4 • remaxct@oceanpacificrealty.com • 250-334-9900 • 1-877-216-5171

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■ Tuesday, November 24, 2015 ■ 23

NEW LISTING

3679 Burns Rd., Courtenay

Amazing opportunity for nature lovers, gardener’s and dog owners. Go through the garden gate to you own private $920,000 world.

Glenda Mosher • 250-339-2021

926 Stewart Ave. Courtenay

5591-6th St., Union Bay

312D-1800 Riverside, Courtenay

205B-698 Aspen Rd., Comox

Glenda Mosher • 250-339-2021

Glenda Mosher • 250-339-2021

Jim Smiley • 250-334-9900

Jim Smiley • 250-334-9900

74-390 Cowichan Ave., Courtenay

Fanny Bay Acreage

3610 Dakota Dr., Campbell River

Lynn Wittick • 250-339-2021

Now $299,000 Sue Russell • 250-334-9900

Sherill Barr • 250-334-9900

Looking to be self sufficient & close to downtown?? 2 bdrm plus den with some upgrading over the years. Nice $280,000 kitchen w/eating nook.

Exceptional 2235 sq. ft. home in a seaside community. Features 4 bdrms, 3 baths and boasts unique features. Un$524,900 obstructed views!!

Well cared for 2 bdrm mobile, large rooms, eat-in kitchen. Stove, fridge, microwave, washer/dryer included. Well $69,900 maintained yard.

Prime top floor unit facing river in the $29,900 Old House Village Suites.

Acreage, waterfront access, space to build two homes with probable ocean views. Lovely close-knit community.

2 bdrm apartment condo in a well kept central Comox location. Close to shopping & bus route. Best priced 2 bed$129,900 room in Comox.

Very cute rancher, with open floor plan, 1 block from the beach and next door to a park. Newer windows, perimeter $265,000 drains, flooring.

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New listing with NEW flooring, NEW paint, NEW laundry tub, NEW kitchen appliances … in other words, just move in, unpack and put up your feet! This ground level condo in popular Joshua Estates has a patio door that opens to a small patio on the grass side, not the parking lot! Two bedrooms, one bathroom, and an amazing large laundry/storage room. Located in a cul de sac in Courtenay East, this home is just waiting for you to make it yours. Entering the market very well priced.

Sue Russell • 250-334-9900

$129,900

1190 1st St., Courtenay

Puntledge area stylish, updated home.

Upstairs has wonderful reno’d open concept are, 3 beds, HW floors and all new windows. Zoned R2! $317,000

Shea Wilson • 250-334-9900

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1558 Noel Ave., Comox

11-1935 Capelin Pl., Comox Pen.

7362 Cougar Smith Rd., Fanny Bay

Myles Armstead • 250-334-9900

Myles Armstead • 250-334-9900

Meta Wood • 250-334-9900

QUICK POSSESSION! Vacant!! Super price for Town of Comox. Great family home just needing some finishing touches. 3 $259,900 beds/2 baths, great deck.

1501 Highridge Dr., Comox

Exceptionally designed townhome with fab views! Open concept, loft, vaulted ceilings & 2 balconies. Top of $399,900 the line appliances inc.

6515 Fitzgerald Rd. Courtenay

Upscale, custom built home featuring 5 bdrms, 4 baths, 4000 sq. ft. on 0.3 acre.

Gourmet, eat-in kitchen w/high end ap$720,000 pliances. Covered deck.

Sustainable homestead-small scale agribusiness!! 9.91 acre ALR cleared property, custom designed home featuring open plan concept. $779,000

211D-1730 Riverside Lane, Crtny

7988 Forbidden Plateau Rd., Crtny

Mark Beeler • 250-334-9900

Mark Beeler • 250-334-9900

Meta Wood • 250-334-9900

1/4 share ownership - 1 bdrm suite in upscale resort (Old House Village Suites) makes for an ideal recreation $52,900 property.

Glenn Procter • 250-339-2021

Stunning horse ready property; beautifully cleared 5+ acres with a 3-stall barn, detached shop. Large covered deck. Mobile has open plan. $429,000

580 Brent Rd., Comox Peninsula

Beautiful custom built home & carriage house near ocean. MUST VIEW!!! 0.59 acre, huge custom kitchen, granite island, 2 tier deck. 4 BD/3BA $789,900

Glenn Procter • 250-339-2021

1722 Swan Cres., East Courtenay

Wonderful family home on Swan Crescent in Courtenay East. Home is over 1900 sq. ft. on a larger lot with a southeast facing back yard. Home boasts main floor living with a split level kitchen, dining area and nook on one level and a living room, family room, and office/den on another. There are 3 bedrooms up with an ensuite and walk-in closet off the master. Double garage split between a parking spot and shop area. Quick possession possible. This is a fine home in a great area.

Rob Samsom • 250-339-2021

3552 Island Hwy. S, Courtenay

Cape Cod style home on 1 acre of walkon waterfront. 3 bdrm/2 bath 2200+ sq. ft. with spectacular views! Gourmet kitchen with new S/S appls. $769,000

Shannon Kaposi • 250-334-9900

$419,900

Lot 4 Callis Rd., Fanny Bay

Build your dream home on this 2.49 acre parcel zoned CR-1 (allowing for additional carriage home up to 968 sq. ft.)

Water meter to property line. $204,900

Shannon Kaposi • 250-334-9900

Quiet wilderness retreat situated on top of some of the best outdoor activities the Valley has to offer. Home as under$194,000 gone upgrades.

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The Just In TIme Choir presents Soul, Saturday, Nov. 28.

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Just in Time has plenty of Soul Music lovers will want to mark their calenders for the Comox Valley’s popular Just in Time choirs’ upcoming concert ‘Soul’ on Saturday, Nov. 28.

‘People get Ready’ as they present songs by Curtis Mayfield, Sam Cooke, Aretha, Wilson Pickett, Sly and The Family Stone, Paul Simon and even Johnny Cash along with some jazz standards like Body and Soul, some gospel and more.

Tickets are $16 (children five and under free) and there are two shows to choose from: a 2 p.m. matinée and a 7 p.m. evening performance at the Pentecostal Church at 1919 Guthrie Rd. in Comox.

The Just in Time choirs were launched in September 2005 and are made up of adult singers in three choirs. The accomplished Jems female choir and Vocal Minority mixed choir are auditioned choirs consisting of 14 members each. Unplugged is a mixed, non-auditioned group of 50 energetic and passionate singers. The choirs offer a safe, warm, encouraging, uplifting environment where singers of all experience levels are welcome and sharing this with their audience.

Just in Time singers explore a wide range of styles with a contemporary repertoire. Concerts have included iconic rock songs, swing, Latin, gospel

and blues. This year’s themed ‘Soul’ music concert adds a new twist. Just in Time choirs’ community spreads positive vibes and joy through singing under the direction of choir director, Wendy Nixon Stothert, with pianist Sean Mooney.

The ‘Soul’ concert rhythm section is filled out with drums, Oscar Robles, bass, Britt Bowman, and guitar, Jeff Drummond.

You won’t want to miss this season’s ‘Just in Time’ Soul concert Nov. 28.

Tickets are available at Benjamin Moore House of Colour on Fifth Street in Courtenay, and Red Carpet Antiques, Gone Hollywood Video and Blue Heron Books in Comox.

Proceeds will provide pure water, sanitation and education in Honduras

Soul-icious Grooves: Latin, blues and funky jazz Come, enjoy the sultry vocal stylings of a well loved Vancouver Island artist, Joanna Finch, when she welcomes the illustrious Mexican musician, Cheko Soto, to her friends and fans.

The last two shows of the

duo’s fall tour are on Friday, Nov. 27 at the Denman Island Guest House Bistro at 7 p.m. and on Saturday, a house concert at the old Bickle House in Cumberland.

Together, Soul-icious Grooves is a fusion of Carib-

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bean and Latin jazz, swinging blues and funk-rock.

Guest musician Anthony James will be present on Saturday night.

Go to www.joannafinch.ca for directions to the Cumberland house concert.

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A unique partnership with local artists. We would like to invite you to view a collection of impactful panels that share many interpretations of ‘Building Community’.

Wednesday, December 2 • 6:30-8:30 pm You are invited to join Habitat for Humanity Appetizers by Natural Pastures Cheese 1755-13th St., Courtenay Courtenay ReStore in No Host Wine bar featuring 40 an Knots Winery wwww.HabitatNorthIsland.com Musical Performance by Anela Kahiamoe Art Opening.

Raffle Draw: Community Gift Basket Donations graciously accepted at the door RSVP by November 30 to: 250-334-3777 or RSVP@habitatnorthisland.com

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nearly 30 potters under one roof and you are sure to have a wonderful afternoon.

This sale is highly anticipated in the community and up and down the island, as it

is like taking a studio tour and only having to make one stop. With so many potters together you are guaranteed to find something to fit every taste and every

budget. You will find pieces from the purely decorative to the purely functional and everything in between.

It is no secret that potters like to cook and eat, as evidenced by the potters continuing support of YANA with our chili bowl fundraiser. This year we are proud to say we raised over $3,500 with homemade chili and handmade bowls. Coming together and connecting around food is one of the great pleasures in life.

There is much talk of the slow food movement. Along with the slow food movement comes a move from mass produced tableware to lovingly crafted pottery to hold and display your lovingly prepared meal.

Almost all the functional pieces at the sale can move from oven, to table, to dishwasher.

We know that there are many cheaper, mass produced decorative and functional pieces out there and we appreciate that you choose to support local artists and the community.

Food bank to benefit from performance of The Christmas Tree “The generosity of the Comox Valley community and groups like CLT is amazing,” said Comox Valley Food Bank president Jeff Hampton. “The overall support is overwhelming at times. This valley is truly a blessed part of the world.”

In an evening not to be missed, Courtenay Little Theatre will present this wonderful one act play at the theatre on the North Island College campus on Friday, Nov. 27 at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7:00 for festi-

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Courtenay Little Theatre is sponsoring a delightfully funny pre-Christmas show at the Stan Hagen Theatre, with all proceeds earmarked for the Comox Valley Food Bank.

It is Christmas Eve. In the deserted tree lot there is still one, lonely tree waiting to be taken home. Enter two people, both in search of a last minute acquisition to brighten up their holidays, and the hilarity ensues.

In The Christmas Tree, a one-act comedy by Canadian playwright Norm Foster, laughs come by the minute.

Directed by Sharon Pridham and performed by talented husband and wife team, Chris and Jeannine Taylor, The Christmas Tree is first class entertainment.

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New patient forms can be picked up at the clinic.

Please call for more information 250-339-2266

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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING will be held

Tuesday, Nov. 24th at 7 pm Vanier Senior Secondary, Band Room On Headquarters Road All residents are urged to attend.

Important discussions on the future of Sandwick Waterworks District

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The Comox Valley Potters are at it again.

They are creating a festive, community-based event. The “Light the Fire” pottery sale and show is coming up Nov. 28 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Filberg Centre, downtown Courtenay. They will, again, be sharing their space with the Comox Valley Food Bank and the Merville Grandmothers. The warm, joyful atmosphere is sure to fill you with holiday cheer.

Each year the potters share their space and door proceeds with the Comox Valley Food Bank. We would all be grateful if you were to bring a food item donation along with your $1 admission.

This will be the second year hosting the Merville Grandmothers in the kitchen. The grannies will be selling coffee, tea and light lunches. They are raising funds for the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s Grandmothers to Grandmothers campaign.

Round this off with an amazing door prize and

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BUSINESS Thrifty Foods buys Westerly liquor store ■ Scott Stanfield scott.stanfield @comoxvalleyrecord.com

Thrifty Foods has purchased the liquor store at the Westerly Hotel at 1590 Cliffe Ave. in Courtenay.

The store re-opened under new ownership and management on Wednes-

day, Nov. 18, with new signage to be installed soon.

“Sobeys Inc. was the purchaser and Thrifty Foods will be the banner,” said Erin Coulson, business communications specialist at Sobeys. “We expect that the store will continue to operate with the same team in place, as all six team members there have been offered positions.

“An additional team member, Crystal-Lynn Baucom, has been recruited

Fertile Ground AGM Friday More than a decade ago, the search for a source of organic tea for a local fair trade project took community development workers Kel Kelly and Peggy Carswell to northeast India.

Their work with small-scale tea growers in Assam and efforts to provide much-needed information about organic and traditional Vedic farming practices have taken them on a remarkable and epic journey.

Fertile Ground, a local non-profit set up by Carswell and friends to support Assam’s sustainable farming movement, will host their 12th Annual General Meeting on Friday, Nov. 27 at Creekside Commons in Courtenay. Members, volunteers – past and present – and the public are invited.

Creekside Commons is located at 2202 Lambert Drive in Courtenay. Doors open at 7:15 p.m. and the meeting will get underway at 7:30. There’ll be Indian samosas, chai and sweets to sample, and some inspiring photos and stories about people who are leading the move to organic farming in northeast India.

Organizers suggest calling ahead if you’re planning to drop by. To confirm your attendance at the AGM, get more information, make a donation or find out about volunteer opportunities, visit fertile-ground.org/blog or call 250-337-8348.

Pamper yourself at Denman Craft Fair The Denman Island Christmas Craft Fair, now in its 34th year, is recognized as one of the best craft fairs in the region (Westworld Magazine called it one of B.C.’s top winter events). Offering two brimming halls, over 80 vendors, two lunch venues, and a vibrant outdoor market area, the fair is a bustling, festive, multi-sensory experience.

With so much diversity and stimulation, savvy fair-goers often find it helpful to devise a gift-buying strategy. One fun approach is to think in categories and put together a themed gift bag or basket.

One such theme surely has to be “pampering.” Because alongside all the gorgeous pottery, fabric art, jewelry, carving and other classic crafts there is a plethora of luscious body care products: soaps and scrubs and lotions and potions for bath and body, all made by hand from natural materials. Arrange a selection of these in a basket, add in a couple of beeswax candles and a bottle of wine from Denman Island’s Corlan Vineyard and you’ll have a gift that will send the recipient into relaxation heaven.

The bath and skin care products you’ll find at the Denman Craft Fair offer a purer, more natural alternative to mass-produced versions.

Denman Christmas Craft Fair, Dec. 5 and 6, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., at the Denman Community Hall and Activity Centre. Delicious lunches and decadent desserts available at both venues. Walk onto the ferry and take the free shuttle or walk up the hill. More info: 250-335-2148 and/or find us on Facebook for a sneak preview.

to manage Thrifty Foods Liquor Store.”

The store is expected to be open during regular hours.

Like all Thrifty locations, it will offer the Air Miles Reward Program to customers.

At this point, Coulson said there is no update regarding the store site or any changes to grocery stores, in response to a question about the empty lot across the street once occupied by Safeway.

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VolUNTeeR CoNNeCToR “Our greatest fear should not be of failure but of succeeding at things in life that don’t really matter.” ~ Francis Chan

Community Programming

TaraLee Houston - 250-334-8063 laketrailvision@gmail.com Planning, implementing, facilitating ongoing or sessional programming for the Lake Trail School and Community. Are you an expert, educator, skilled, or willing to share your knowledge about something of interest with the community? Then we want you!

Programming ideas we are looking for: no cost or low cost, fun, educational, sessions once per week.

2016 Relay For Life - Student Liaison

Carolyn Cade - 250-380-2354 ccade@bc.cancer.ca Join Relay For Life and be a part of a team of committed, community minded volunteers in Comox Valley working to make a difference in the lives of cancer patients, their families and the wider community.

Student Liaison – Engage fellow high school students to participate, and be involved, in Relay for Life.

Activity Leader - Cub Scouts

Melissa Bond - 250-668-0983 mbond@scouts.ca Courtenay Scouts are looking for volunteers to help out as activity leaders. If you like to work with youth ages 8 - 10 years, and want to have fun teaching games, crafts, or outdoors skills, please contact Melissa at mbraun@scouts.ca.

Hospice Volunteer

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Brenda Merk Hildebrand - 250-339-5533 volunteer@comoxhospice.com The Comox Valley Hospice Society is dedicated to providing support to those in our community facing terminal illness and bereavement. Volunteers are valued members of the CVHS team and at the heart of all that we do. We are seeking men and women of all ages with flexible time, compassion and commitment to join our hospice palliative care team. We are particularly keen to recruit young adults 18 years and over.

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Kelly Barnie - 250-218-5342 kbarnie@bgccvi.com Each year the Boys and Girls Club of Central Vancouver Island recruits volunteers for the Gingerbread Village at Crown Isle. This event raises funds for their very important programs and services. 2 volunteers are needed each day- Friday, November 27th; Saturday, November 28th & Sunday November 29th. 10:00am to 4:00pm each day.

Graphics, and Promotions Production Expert

TaraLee Houston - 250-334-8063 laketrailvision@gmail.com Lake trail neighborhood connections needs a volunteer to create posters, and online ready ads to promote their programs and services for their annual communications. A couple hours a month with flexible independent scheduling with work that could even be done from home. Experience with design programs such as Office Publisher, Adobe Photoshop, or InDesign a huge asset.

Hospice Volunteer

Brenda Merk Hildebrand - 250-339-5533 volunteer@comoxhospice.com The Comox Valley Hospice Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing support to those in our community facing terminal illness and bereavement. Volunteers are valued members of the CVHS team and at the heart of all that we do. Volunteers interesting in working with clients are needed in a variety of areas.

Mobility Program Assistant 3426 Eagle View Courtenay

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Carmen Christiansen - 250-850-2420 carmen.christiansen@viha.ca A volunteer is needed 1-3x per week to assist the Rehabilitation Assistant and Physical Therapist in providing mobility program for residents at the Cumberland Lodge. Flexible schedule days/ afternoons/evenings Tuesdays to Saturdays.

Senior Peer Visitor

Volunteer Coordinator - 250-871-5940 seniorpeercounselling@shaw.ca Provide one-to-one peer support visits to seniors one hour per week. Training is provided. Attend volunteer support & education meetings once or twice per month. Approximately 6 hours per month.

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Cassie Sharpe named to national team halfpipe team, Sharpe will hensive schedule, including be looking to take the next Nor-Am and Canada Cup step in her career after win- events, can also be accessed ning World Championship at http://freestyleski.com/ silver last year. schedule.

The season will include “We are excited to start two domestic FIS Freestyle the new winter season with Ski World Cups an impresfor mogul athsive mixture of ... I’m also letes on January youth and vet23 in Saint Côme, really excited to eran talent on QC and Jan. compete some new our team,” said 30 in Calgary, Bruce RobinAB, as well as tricks and a fresh son, CEO of the X Games Aspen new run that no Canadian Free(Jan. 26-31) and girl has ever done style Ski Associthe return of the before. ation.

X Games Europe “Our athletes CASSIE SHARPE were given the held on Feb. 24-28 in Oslo, best preparaNorway. tion possible To accompany the thanks to our coaches and announcement, the official technical staff. We pride schedule for the season has ourselves on being the best been released, including all freestyle team in the world major FIS and AFP events. and this will be an importTo view and download a pdf ant time for us as we conversion of FIS World Cups tinue our preparation for and AFP Platinum events, the 2018 Winter Olympic click here. A more compre- Games.”

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The Canadian Freestyle Ski Team unveiled its roster of athletes competing in aerials, moguls, halfpipe and slopestyle for the 201516 season on Nov. 19, and Cassie Sharpe of Comox is on the women’s halfpipe team.

“I’m really looking forward to having a ton of fun doing what I love!” Sharpe said in a Canadian Freestyle Ski Association news release. “That’s always my main goal; to enjoy myself fully. But I’m also really excited to compete some new tricks and a fresh new run that no girl has ever done before.

“I would really love to make finals at every contest I am in, as well as continue to push myself everyday out of my comfort zone! I’d also love to get my first X Games invite this year. Since last season I’ve spent a lot of time training in the gym

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Heat gets to Cubs at World Series ■ Earle Couper coup @comoxvalleyrecord.com

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Blame it on the heat. Not the heat in Florida, the Heat from Atlanta.

The Heat weathered a determined ninth inning comeback bid by the Comox Valley Cubs to end the Canadian club’s run at the 2015 Roy Hobbs World Series in Fort Myers, Fla. Friday (Nov. 20) morning at Jet Blue Park, The Cubs trailed 6-0 through eight innings before rallying to tie the game in the top of the ninth.

The Heat scored one run in the bottom of the ninth to take a 7-6 win. “It was an exciting game to end it,” said Cubs’ Kevin Dobbelsteyn. “We all had a great week.”

After going 3-2 in pool play, the Comox Valley crew was paced in the AAA division of the playoffs. (There were four divisions: AAAA, AAA, AA and A).

The Cubs were near the bottom of their division, and as Dobbelsteyn predicted they were hard-pressed to advance.

The Cubbies were the Comeback Kids at this year’s World Series, winning three games via rallies, and coming close to doing so in all but one defeat.

They opened Sunday, Nov. 15 by erasing a 7-0 deficit to defeat the Cleveland Spi-

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Kevin Dobbelsteyn of the Cubs creates a minor dust storm as he slides PHOTO SUBMITTED safely into base against the San Antonio Texans. ders 8-7. After a 14-2 loss to the San Antonio Texans on Monday, the Comox Valley crew overcame an 11-2 Kent Mudhens lead to win 17-11 on Tuesday. On Wednesday it was more magic in a 4-3 win over the Long Island Yankees.

The Cubbies took a run at yet another rally Thursday, but came up a bit short against the Houston Colt .45s.

On Day 5 of the tournament, the Cubs ran out of time to stage one of their patented rallies.

“In a seven-inning game called on time (three hours max) the teams had 45 hits yes, 45!” said Dobbelsteyn.

“McGiffen had three doubles to the wall, Egeland continued his steady hitting,

and Freeman stirred things up with his bunting display,” Dobbelsteyn said.

After being ahead 5-2 early, Houston scored a bunch, then another bunch, to lead 19-9 heading to the last inning.

The Cubbies got four to give the .45s a scare, but it finished 17-13.

The Cubs were competing with about 50 other teams in the Classics 60+ division.

There are almost 300 teams in all of the divisions.

The tournament is played at the spring training facilities of the Minnesota Twins and the Boston Red Sox, including the almost-brand-new Jet Blue stadium of the Sox. Follow the action at royhobbs.com/

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Glacier Kings lose three straight ■ Earle Couper coup @comoxvalleyrecord.com

The Campbell River Storm and Victoria Cougars are battling for top spot in the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League.

The Comox Valley Glacier Kings became collateral damage in that battle last week, losing 9-1 to the Storm and 4-2 to the Cougars.

Losing to the respective division leaders is one thing, but the Icemen also suffered a 3-2 loss to South Division cellar dwellers Peninsula Panthers.

Friday night in Campbell River the North Island division leaders whipped the G-Kings 9-1, leading 3-1 after one and 7-1 after two.

Campbell River out-shot Comox Valley 41-20.

Ronnie Wilkie had the lone Glacier King goal.

Saturday night at the Comox Valley Sports Centre the Yetis led 2-1 after one period before falling to the Panthers. The home team outshot the visitors 30-22 with Wilkie and Brandon McReynolds scoring for the Icemen.

Sunday afternoon in Victoria the teams were tied 1-1 after one with Victoria stretching a 2-1 second-period lead into a 3-1 advantage early in the third. Nathan Loosyen’s second goal of the game at 18:37 sealed the deal for the Cougars. Wilkie and Grayden McInnes tallied for the G-Kings.

The Yetis have a rematch with Victoria this Saturday, Nov. 28 at the Comox Valley Sports Centre with game time 7:30 p.m.

First Nations snowboarders set to go

The Vancouver Island First Nations Snowboard Team (FNST) will be gearing up to hit the slopes of Mount Washington for their 10th year.

The program selected aboriginal youth between the ages of 12- 19 with the opportunity to learn and develop their snowboarding skills.

Coaching and instruction as well as Mount Washington Alpine Resort lift passes are provided.

“The recreation program is provided free to the selected FNST members,” says Kim Leming, Vancouver Island FNST Director.

“In exchange, aboriginal youth are expected to be in good standing in school and community, be drug

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Many volunteers have made it possible for the program to succeed the last nine years, as well as the support of Mount Washington and their staff, Leming notes.

“I’m very proud of these youth, and that our athletes today are the leaders of tomorrow,” says Leming.

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Birch, Mary Jane (Maj) October 6, 1949 – November 18, 2015 An exceptional life came to an end Wednesday evening when Maj died peacefully surrounded by the love of family and friends.

Maj, the founder of Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society (MARS), was born in Middletown Ohio to Margaret (Peg) and J. Richard (Dick) Grubbs. She will be sadly missed by her two sisters, Robin Oetgen and Nancy Tutt (Dan) of McCormick, S.C.; nephews Douglas Moore (Michelle) and R. Scott Moore and great-nephews Tyler, Isaac and Benjamin, and her many friends and colleagues.

A Celebration of Life for Maj will be held at 2 PM Wednesday, November 25th, 2015 in the Upper Hall of the Florence Filberg Centre, 411 Anderton, Courtenay. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to MARS, www.wingtips.org, to build a new wildlife centre.

Bishop, Dianne Patricia (Gottschau) April 22, 1942 ~ November 09, 2015 Dianne valiantly fought cancer February 07, 2014 – Nov 09, 2015.

What A Woman...

I met Dianne in school, Burnaby North grade 10. We have had quite a life together. Her last words to me were I love you, and you must keep the family together. Giving me a job to the end.

Respected by those who were fortunate to meet her, faithful, strong, wise, stubborn, known as “Mom” and listened to everyone, a smile to love and advice you could trust, that was Dianne.

Dianne gave me 3 children, 6 grandchildren, Rob (Jessica and Makayla), Gerry (Morgynn, Madison), Kristine (Kayden, Shawnti), she cherished them all. I have been blessed to have lived, loved, and laughed for 58 years with the love of my life.

I would like to express my gratitude to our friends, Dianne brought you into our lives and I love you all for your kindness & well wishes.

Dr. David Brailey and his staff have been wonderful. The staff at the new hospice are amazing, I wish them a long and prosperous life.

Thank you all from the bottom of my heart.

R.A. “Bob” Bishop

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SEPTEMBER 6, 1939 – NOVEMBER 14, 2015 Don Carey passed away November 14th at St. Joseph’s Hospital. He was surrounded by the love of his family and will be sadly missed by his wife Bunnie, sons Paul (Marianne), John (Cory), and daughter Linda (Rob). He will also be deeply missed by his close family as well as his large and loving extended family.

Don was born in Victoria, BC in 1939. He and his young family moved to the Comox Valley in 1965 where Don began his career as a teacher. He touched the lives of many students and great friends over the years.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, Nov. 28 at 1:00pm at Piercy’s Funeral Home. Please join us in remembering Don by visiting our memorial at www.piercysmtwashingtonfuneral.com

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Wilma Dean (nee Stamper) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt, Wilma Dean (nee Stamper) on October 24, 2015.

Wilma was born in Saskatoon.

She, with her parents and sister, moved to Burnaby in 1941. There she met Andy, the love of her life, in 1945.

They celebrated 65 years of marriage on January 23, 2015. When Andy retired in 1990, they moved to Galiano Island where together they enjoyed golfing and spending time with their visiting children and grandchildren. In 1998 they moved to Comox to be closer to where two of their sons had settled.

Wilma is survived by her husband Andy; 3 sons Vernon (Brenda), Terry (Shirley) and Brad (Vicki), grandchildren Lauren, Jaclyn, Nicole, Cameron, Amanda, Lauren, Rob (Lori) and Alexis, sister Esther Donnelly (Ernie) and many nieces and nephews. As well as her little companion Cody.

Mom was always there for us when we needed guidance and support. We will all miss her very much and she will remain in our hearts forever. We love you Mom. A private family gathering was held in her honour.

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Born in Westport, Nova Scotia in 1930, Don’s childhood spanned the Great Depression and WW2. With his keen interest in aviation, he joined the Royal Canadian Air Force at age 18 and served for 27 years. He was transferred all over Canada and even went to the arctic (in winter!) to clean up Russian satellite debris.

He met his beloved best friend, Virginia, in Winnipeg and married her in 1958. They enjoyed exploring the regions of Canada and shared their curiosity and love of the outdoors with their daughters Elaine and Linda. Ahead of their time, they defied the expectation to place Elaine in an institution because she was disabled.

A devoted daddy, Don played with her and Linda alike. Don cherished and admired Virginia, his partner, intellectual match and comfort. He was beside her always, right through her long and final journey with Alzheimer’s disease. He has been waiting these 16 years to be reunited with his bride. At last!

Retiring in Courtenay in 1980, Don enjoyed many hours walking at the beach or in the woods with his “extended” family... Don had a passion for blondes: yellow labs and golden retrievers! Also a great book collector, Don read widely about the natural world, the arts, history, finance and politics.

He loved mysteries: on British television shows, in novels, and as discovered in science. Stepping out, Don attended arts events by “the Sid”, the art gallery, local drama groups and Musicfest. A generous and humble man, he also quietly supported numerous individuals, groups and charities.

Predeceased by his parents, daughter Elaine, brother, and wife, he travelled with Linda in later years. They toured all over Vancouver Island and Vancouver, visited the Maritimes, took a cruise to Alaska and even hopped over to Australia! Much slowed down after a partial leg amputation in 2005, Don’s life remained rich. CBC radio was always on, connecting him to current affairs, science and the arts and he was always happy to welcome his good friends Penny & George, Linda T, Hope, Angela (niece) and family, and “He’s not my son-in-law, he’s my friend!” Frank. Don is deeply missed by his daughter Linda (Frank) and will be remembered for his generous, intelligent and witty personality.

Don did not want a formal service. A small informal gathering he would himself enjoy will be held in the spring, details to be arranged. He was proud of his time in the RCAF and wished to be remembered by it’s motto: Per ardua ad astra, Through adversity to the stars. Don passed on the evening of November 10th and the next morning military planes flew overhead for Remembrance Day. How fitting!

Don, it’s not the same here without you. We take comfort in the thought of you walking and laughing with Virginia and running with Elaine-- after all those dogs! Save some room, we will meet you with joy later.

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

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

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We are growing our advertising department at the Comox Valley Record and seeking applicants who are eager to join an award-winning team.

The applicant must have the ability to build lasting relationships and deliver superior customer service to a diverse group of businesses and organizations. The successful applicant will be an intuitive business professional with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in an extremely fastpaced environment with a positive attitiude. The candidate will thrive on developing new business opportunites and networking with like-minded business professionals. The successful applicant will have previous sales & marketing experience preferably in the advertising or retail industry.

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The Comox Valley Record is a division of Black Press community news media, an independent and international media group with more than 190 community, daily and urban publications, 14 press facilities and over 160 websites in B.C., Alberta, Washington, Hawaii and Ohio.

Please submit your resume with cover letter by /PWFNCFS 2 , 2015. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Boda earns silver medal Hiroya Boda earned a silver medal at a Canada Cup table tennis tournament, Nov. 14-15 in Burnaby.

The North Island College student from Japan had two long days of playing and did remarkably well, said Ed Schum, who accompanied Boda on the trip Boda placed second in the U-2250 event. “This is for players with a national rating of 2,250 points or less,�

Schum explained. “This is a very high rating, with not many players in Canada having a higher rating than that.�

The medal will be added to Boda’s recent Vancouver Island championship.

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VISAS volunteer session set The Vancouver Island Society for Adaptive Snowsports (VISAS) based at Mount Washington Alpine Resort is conducting an orientation session for new volunteer adaptive snowsports instructors on Wednesday, Nov. 4 from 7-9:30 p.m.

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PGA Tour Canada Q-School at Crown Isle for five years Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community will host one of the Mackenzie Tour–PGA Tour Canada’s qualifying tournaments in each of the next five seasons, it was announced Wednesday.

The 7,025-yard Graham Cooke and Associates layout has hosted qualifying tournaments in each of the past two years, with the 2016 tournament taking place May 2-6. A full schedule of Mackenzie Tour qualifying dates and sites as well as the format for qualifying will be announced in the coming weeks.

“Crown Isle has proven itself to be both a welcoming host facility and a tremendous test for players to earn status on the Mackenzie Tour, and we’re thrilled to be holding qualifying there for the next five years,” said Mackenzie Tour president Jeff Monday.

“We eagerly look forward to seeing the next generation of players get their start at Crown Isle each year.”

Players to earn Mackenzie Tour status at Crown Isle over the past two seasons have accounted for nine victories, including J.J. Spaun, C.T. Pan and Tim Madigan, who all finished in The Five.

“Crown Isle is thrilled to be chosen as the host course for the Mackenzie Tour’s

Canadian Qualifier for the next five years,” said director of golf Rod Prieto. “Our associates, members and golf community look forward to this annual event, show-

casing our golf facility and our beautiful Comox Valley,” said Prieto.

“We look forward to this long-term relationship with the Mackenzie Tour as a

unique opportunity for residents and visitors of the Comox Valley to experience golf at one of its highest levels of competition.”

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The event is blind draw mixed doubles (where possible) with registration 9-9:45 a.m. and toe line 10:30 a.m.

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