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NEWS Gaming raises funds for MS Walk Nicole Poulin’s passion for video gaming has led her to become one of Comox Valley’s leading fundraisers for the annual MS Walk.

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Friendship centres in crisis mode Friendship Centres across Canada are facing a “dire crisis” due to the delay of federal funding, says the B.C. Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres.

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Council of Canadians Chapter Chat The Comox Valley Council of Canadians invites you to attend its first “Chapter Chat” on Wednesday, May 11 in the Filberg Centre’s Evergreen Lounge.

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Photopia entry deadline nearing Entry deadline for Photopia’s digital-image contest is 6 p.m. May 20. The popular photography contest runs in conjunction with Elevate arts festival in downtown Courtenay June 4.

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Aerial view of Highway 63 south of Fort McMurray taken from a CH-146 Griffon helicopter on May 5. The Canadian Armed Forces have air assets deployed in support of the Province of Alberta’s wildfire emergency response efforts (photo by MCPL VanPutten, Canadian Armed Forces); inset - Mike Plautz (front) waits for his bags at the Comox Valley Airport Wednesday morning, as he, along with other local workers, return from Fort McMurray (photo by Erin Haluschak).

Valley workers describe Fort Mac mayhem ■ Erin Haluschak erin.haluschak @comoxvalleyrecord.com

Leaving his crane at the Husky Sunrise plant 60 kilometres northeast of Fort McMurray, Comox resident David Cowieson grabbed a company truck filled with water and toilet paper, and began helping out those who needed it the most.

“To see the panic and fear in the mom’s eyes trying to get their kids out of there, (there was) no hope - it was pretty awful. I’ve never seen anything like that in my life.”

The Valley worker, who has been Following an overnight flight via commuting from Comox to Fort Calgary, Cowieson flew into the Comox McMurray for 15 years, says the wild- Valley Airport Wednesday morning, fire that has destroyed 1,600 homes and notes all the workers on site left, and buildings, so that their housing and more than units could be used as 160,000 hectares There were crashes, roll- emergency hostels for this week cre- overs, accidents … I’ve never locals. ated “complete “(The fire) closed seen anything like that at mayhem.”

(Highway) 63 South, so “People were all.” everyone was coming 63 going the wrong DAVID COWIESON North, and I pulled over ways on exits, on the top of the hill and buses trying … when I pulled over to get into town and the workers were there was a lot of kids. I’m a single dad trying to flee the job sites to try and here in town, so I wanted to try and get into town to save their houses. get the kids out of town, and get them There were crashes, rollovers, acci- back to camp and give them water and dents … I’ve never seen anything like what they needed. that at all.”

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Being the only specialty running store in town, the Staff at Extreme Runners in Courtenay is often asked about their favourite places to run in the Comox Valley. And with the nicer weather coming, people want to get off the pavement and into the trails.

The question: “So, what are some of your favourite trails to run?” Close your eyes and imagine a little piece of heaven if you will. A smile spreads across our face with the thought of being out there running through the trails with the trees rushing past, being one with nature, truly being able to lose yourself (without literally getting lost). And off we go, eagerly talking about our adventures in the trails.

The beauty of the Comox Valley is that there are trails systems that fit the needs and comfort levels of all runners. From groomed trails with little elevation gain (or loss) to those seeking adventure and single track ascents.

Here are some of our all time favourites.

Seal Bay Park is a wonderful nature park that has something to offer everyone. The 714-hectare forest has varied trails for running, hiking, cycling, horseback riding and wheelchair/walking access. The trails are extremely well maintained and offer a system that connects trails on the ocean side of the park to those that can be found on the inland side of the park. Seal Bay Park is a great place to seek refuge from the heat on a hot sunny summer day.

Another favourite spot is Nymph Falls Park. Located on the north side of the Puntledge River, the trail system winds its way through second growth forest. We have so many options in the park. Want a shorter run? Play on the undulating Midline trail down to the river and along the Long Loop trail. Longer, you say? Run along the River Trail, past the Hatchery to the Comox Lake Dam and back for a 14K (approx.) run. These trails are well marked and are fantastic multi-use routes.

Ahhh, for the adventurer may we suggest the trails in Cumberland? Not for the faint of heart, these trails are definitely technical, single track adventures. They offer some picturesque climbs, twists and turns, roots and logs and some fantastic descents. Oh, and look out for the mountain bikers! If you are not familiar with the trail systems, you may want to run with someone who knows the trails. If all else fails…head downhill!

These fantastic trails systems could not be possible without the dedication of the wonderful people who volunteer their time to maintain our playground. A huge thank you to all!

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IN BRIEF 5th Street Bridge lane closures

The 5th Street Bridge will be reduced to single-lane alternating traffic over two consecutive evenings next week.

On Thursday, May 12 and Friday, May 13 expect lane closures both evenings starting at 6:30 p.m. and continuing until 6 a.m. the following mornings.

Engineers will be conducting a bridge condition assessment, including a review of the bridge coating. The work has been scheduled overnight to minimize impacts on the traveling public. There may be noise associated with the work, but properties directly impacted will be notified.

Traffic control personnel will be on hand to assist all commuters, including vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians. Emergency services have been notified. Please use caution and obey traffic control personnel.

For further information about the lane closure, contact City of Courtenay engineering services at 250-334-4441.

MARS receives gift ■ Extrication ExErcisE Around 40 firefighters from Comox Valley fire departments and BC Ambulance Service came together Saturday morning at the Courtenay fire training centre for a joint training exercise which included an auto extrication, patient assessment and triage. The exercise focused on an accident which involved a school bus (donated by Georgia Straight Collision) PHOTO BY ERIN HALUSCHAK which had tipped on its side with two vehicles pinned below.

Gaming and fundraising can go hand-in-hand Catherine Egan Special to The Record

For Nicole Poulin, her passion for video gaming has led her to become one of Comox Valley’s leading fundraisers for the annual MS Walk. In 2009, Nicole was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, so she decided to put her time spent video gaming to a good cause.

“I am a big video gamer,” said Nicole. “And over the years I’ve made some strong friendships online with people all over the world. The ability to get online donations made it easy and possible for them to help me out. It’s allowed me the opportunity to use my gaming as a way to solicit more donations.”

At websites like www. twitch.tv people can watch gamers live while they are playing. Some gamers can make a good living by requesting donations or

Nicole Poulin (left) and her mom, Sandra Tilley, are with the Fairway Femmes team.

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having people pay a monthly subscription to their “channel.”

“When I decided to give it a try, I put a link and description of the MS Walk instead of a link to a personal donation,” said Nicole. “A few friends also put the link on their channels. Initially I wasn’t real-

ly expecting much, but the first year, to my surprise, it did lead to a few hundred dollars. Now I do most of my fundraising online.”

To date, Nicole has raised more than $5,000 for the MS Walk.

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Fairway Femmes team for that year’s MS Walk.

“We just came up with that name because we live next to the Comox Golf Course, not because we are golf pros,” laughs Nicole.

Multiple sclerosis, known as Canada’s disease because it has one of the world’s highest number of cases, affects everyone differently.

“I was diagnosed with remitting-relapsing MS when I was 26,” said Nicole.

“The relapses were preventing me from working fulltime for months at a time.

One time I lost the vision in one eye for months before it came back. Another time, I lost the feeling in my hands and legs.”

At first, Nicole wanted to fundraise for MS just because she had MS. However, somewhere along the line it became much more than that.

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The Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society received a significant gift of equipment and materials when Island Wildlife Natural Care Centre on Salt Spring Island was no longer able to use them at their new location.

“This gift of a large walk-in freezer, stainless steel hospital equipment and other support materials is substantial and will go a long way to help MARS Wildlife Rescue be more effective in our rescue and rehabilitation work here,” said Warren Warttig, president of MARS. “As our animal caseload has doubled over the past few years, the society has outgrown its current facility, and we must build a larger animal hospital and provide more rehabilitation spaces for the 800 birds and animals we care for each year.”

In 2017, MARS Wildlife Rescue will relocate and open a new 11-acre facility to meet the growing wildlife rehabilitation program it offers on Vancouver Island.

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To help boaters dispose of expired flares in a safe and environmentally responsible manner, the two businesses are holding the event on Saturday, May 14.

The event offers the opportunity to learn about required safety equipment. Attendees can bring in outdated flares to be properly disposed of, free of charge.

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Delay in federal funding threatening friendship centres

Friendship Centres across Canada are facing a “dire crisis” due to the delay of federal funding, says the B.C. Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres.

The organization says uncertainty of Urban Aboriginal Strategy (UAS) funding from Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC) means many of the 25 friendship centres in B.C. will need to end critical services for indigenous families. Some may need to shut down in the next two months.

The Wachiay Friendship Centre in Courtenay will continue to offer 40-plus programs to the community. That said, funding delays will adversely affect one program, and cause problems with utility bill payments.

Michael Colclough, executive director at Wachiay, is even prepared to forfeit his salary.

“We’ll make it but there will be some

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The series kicks off on Friday, May 13 at 7 p.m. with a guided tour of the Village of Cumberland. Participants explore the streets and alleys of the village, while learning the stories of Cumberland’s rebels and radicals, fires and strikes, social justice and mass injustice.

This highly animated tour is led by Meaghan Cursons.

Other tours include the Old Townsites Tour (May 22), the ‘Big Strike’ Guided Walking Tour (June 19) and Walk in My Shoes: The Ginger Goodwin Story (July 23).

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its place, the UAS was created with two new programs: Urban Partnerships (UP) and Community Capacity Support (CCS).

Colclough had told former Vancouver Island North Conservative MP John Duncan that he “hammered the nail in the coffin” when friendship centres were transferred from Service Canada to INAC. “Putting all First Nations and then friendship centres under the same department in the federal government just creates a combative environment,” Colclough said. “It would have been nice if we just left it in Service Canada. We’d have our money by now…

They make it difficult for us to access the funds that basically have been promised under a five-year agreement by the previous government.

“I don’t understand how our new prime minister (Justin Trudeau) is letting this happen when he made so many promises to sustain friendship centres and to work with the urban aboriginal population in Canada,” Colclough

added. “No sooner is he in than it just changes back to historical, parochial dealings with us.”

North Island-Powell River NDP MP Rachel Blaney is aware of the uncertainty and frustration under which friendship centres are living.

“There was a commitment during the election for a nationto-nation approach, understanding that we were in a path where the truth and reconciliation process had happened,” Blaney said.

“What we’re hearing, from this particular perspective, is that now we don’t know what’s going to happen in the future.

There are services that are required.

There is a long-term relationship built in the communities through the individual friendship centres.

It would be awful to lose it because of the federal government not following through with their commitment around some funding.”

Blaney credits the Liberals for investing into the issue of missing and murdered

indigenous women, and for funding infrastructure in aboriginal communities. But

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Federal core funding amounts to $120,000 per year — 10 per cent of Wachiay’s budget — which helps pay the rent, the executive director salary and some administrative costs. The money is not guaranteed each year.

In a statement, INAC says this year’s federal budget confirms continued funding for the UAS ($51 million a year), and outlines government’s “commitment to work in partnership to strengthen the strategy so it works for all urban indigenous peoples.”

However, the BCAAFC claims government officials are “unilaterally and without consultation, changing key elements of the national program after two years of successful delivery by friendship centres.”

It notes the former Conservative government of Canada eliminated the Aboriginal Friendship Centre Program, which provided core capacity funding friendship centres had received for over 40 years. In

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“It was 38 degrees yesterday, pretty He and Cowieson are on stand-by, hot, so they needed somewhere to go.” waiting to see when they can return He describes the mood to work. around camp from evacKim Cook, sales and uees as “scared, terrified, events co-ordinator at We went back (with) no place to go.” to camp and the food the Old House Hotel “Their house had burnt & Spa in Courtenay, down; there was no evac- was rationed because says while their family uation plan. There’s only the highway’s shut home in Eagle Ridge one highway in and out. It down. We were lucky in the northwest area wasn’t good.” to get onto a bus and of the city - has not On the same flight directly been impactarriving into Comox, Mike come back home. ed by the fires, her Mike Plautz husband, along with Plautz from Campbell River left his camp at Suntheir tenants, had to cor in Fort Hill, about 90 be evacuated Tuesday kilometres north of Fort McMurray for afternoon. those evacuating to use the facilities.

“Our house is OK, but we’re really He said as soon as the wind shifted concerned … especially by a potential Tuesday, the fires did as well, and wind change. Our renters were workentered the city quickly. ing (when the notice occurred) and my “We went back to camp and the food husband had to pack up their rooms was rationed because the highway’s and take everything into the car.” shut down. We were lucky to get onto a She credits social media for an outbus and come back home. There’s still pouring of support for evacuees, donapeople in camp and the buses aren’t tions towards the Red Cross, and for running, so they’re stuck out there for new Facebook features such as the

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On Saturday, May 14 between 9 a.m. and noon, the Comox Valley Growers and Seed Savers will host their annual plant sale at the K’ómoks First Nation band hall on Dyke Road.

Normally sought after is our large collection of heritage tomatoes.

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Coming together for Fort McMurray

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he past week has been one of which all Canadians should be proud.

In the face of incredible adversity, we, as a nation, have come together to help out our fellow patriots.

For many of us, the Fort McMurray fires hit on a personal level. There are many commuters from the Comox Valley who make their living by flying in and out of the northern Alberta city.

Others have friends, or family, directly affected by the terrible fire situation that continues to unfold in the region.

Fortunately there was no immediate loss of life, although the firefighters who continue to battle the situation are constantly in danger’s way, and our thoughts are with them.

But to see how people from one end of this country to the other immediately discarded their prejudices and opinions about Alberta and reached out to help in any way they could was a testament to what makes this nation great.

A brewery stopped producing beer, so it could can water. A passenger airline flew numerous additional flights, landing at private airstrips to evacuate workers who had been stranded in camps.

More impressive yet has been the response from individuals.

Families opening their homes to evacuees.

People driving across the province, or in from neighbouring provinces, with truckloads of water, clothing and food. There have been impromptu fundraising efforts from B.C. to Newfoundland, to help the cause.

As of Monday morning, the Red Cross had received more than $54 million in donations and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said that Ottawa will match donations to the Red Cross up to May 31, without a cap.

It will take a lot more than that to rebuild the once-thriving oil city. Insurance estimates have already exceeded $9 billion in losses.

More than 1,600 structures have been torched.

It will take years to recoup everything. But we are already working on it, and that’s what makes us special.

It is an intriguing juxtaposition to what’s happening in the United States right now, with a Republican candidate spewing hate and fear all the way to the top of the polls.

Be proud, Canada. We are a great nation of people.

–Terry Farrell

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Disagreements persist on the extent of humanity’s role in the current changes to B.C.’s climate, and our ability to influence it, as many readers have told me in the past week.

But almost everyone seems to agree that growing more and healthier forests is a good strategy. I would add that harvesting and building with wood preserves its captured carbon, a fact not much discussed in emotional appeals against logging.

The B.C. government is finally spending some money on community fuel load removal projects this year, after an initial flurry following the Kelowna fires of 2003 faded in hard times. But the effects of decades of fire suppression in a fire-dependent forest system remain, as northern B.C. and Alberta are showing us again.

There is some positive news here. A Victoria-based government research team has published a study that calculates B.C.’s pine beetle-damaged forests are regenerating more quickly than expected.

Warmer temperatures, increased precipitation and the “fertilizer effect” of more carbon dioxide in the atmosphere are factors.

“By 2020, the enhanced growth

University of B.C. The other is improving forest growth. Logging operations have long been required to replant areas they cut, not just in B.C. but across Canada.

Another way to improve forest carbon capture is with more productive species, with genetic techniques that increase resiliency as well as wood mass. A background paper from the B.C. forests ministry responds to common misconceptions about forest carbon, including the idea that logging should be stopped to maximize storage.

“Maximizing carbon storage in the ecosystem would make sense only if society stopped building new homes, acquiring new furniture and consuming in general,” it says.

“If the flow of forest products stops, society will turn to other products with higher greenhouse gas footprints, e.g. plastics, metal or concrete.

In addition, if harvesting stopped and we continued to suppress natural disturbances, there is increased potential for larger catastrophic disturbances in the future.”

If Canada wants to make a bigger contribution to reducing greenhouse gases, forests are a good area to focus on. At 348 million hectares from the B.C. coast to Newfoundland, they represent nine per cent of the world’s forests.

Tom Fletcher is B.C. legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca Twitter: @ tomfletcherbc

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due to climate change and increased CO2 more than compensates for the carbon loss from dead, rotting trees,” said lead researcher Vivek Arora of the Canadian Centre for Modeling and Analysis.

This recovery even overcomes the projected increase in forest fire loss that comes with gradually increasing temperatures and drier periods.

The federal government is still working on its plan to meet greenhouse gas reduction targets agreed to in Paris last year. But the forest industry has stepped up with its own goal.

I spoke last week with Derek Nighbor, president of the Forest Products Association of Canada, after he announced his industry’s “30 by 30 Climate Change Challenge.”

That’s a goal to reduce the industry’s net carbon emissions by 30 megatonnes a year by 2030. That would be 13 per cent of the Canadian government emission target.

One of the main strategies is salvage harvesting and developing more products that use wood.

“It’s basically trying to use every part of the tree,” Nighbor said. “In forest operations right now, this is where we see a big part of the opportunity. Instead of the residual branches and whatnot just being left aside and slashing and burning, bring more of that out and turn it into something.”

That something might be a console in a luxury car constructed with wood fibre, or an 18-storey wood student residence building planned for the

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Dear editor, It was with no small amount of irony that I was reading Tom Fletcher’s latest column spouting his rightwing theories about climate while in the background my radio was describing the evacuations occurring in Northern Alberta due to wildfires.

While Fletcher begrudgingly concedes that the climate is changing, his views on climate change seem just as myopic and misguided as his views on education, provincial politics and a range of other topics.

It begs the question: Why does The Record continue to run his reactionary conservative columns? Is it to increase circulation? To fill up space?

Maybe it’s an attempt to create controversy in this online world, but why not try for relevance? I really am curious.

And I wonder what he’s like in person. Is he truly the curmudgeonly misanthrope that his writing portrays?

Does he actually believe what he writes? Never one to be inconvenienced by the truth he always seems to find some source to support his agenda.

And so Fletcher prattles while Fort Mac burns.

It just seems to me that there are so many more worthwhile things to which his column inches could be devoted or donated.

Ah well, he’ll always have a place in our home – wrapped around fish. (Sorry, fish. . .)

Nancy Miller Courtenay

Fletcher out of touch with reality

Dear editor, When it comes to climate change, Tom Fletcher can quote Leonardo DiCaprio or Neil Young, or whoever he wants, but...hey, why not go to the experts?

About 97 per cent of climate scientists say climate change is real and a man made problem (go.nasa.gov /1zmXghN) A survey of 928 peer-reviewed abstracts on the subject ‘global climate change’ published between 1993 and 2003 shows that not a single paper rejected the consensus position that global warming is man caused (bit.ly/1QT3n2g).

A follow-up study by the Skeptical Science team of over 12,000 peer-reviewed abstracts on the subjects of ‘global warming’ and ‘global climate change’ published between 1991 and 2011 found that of the papers taking a position on the cause of global warming, over 97 per cent agreed that humans are causing it (bit.ly/1mkbv0z).

The scientific authors of the papers were also contacted and asked to rate their own papers, and again over 97 per cent whose papers took a position on the cause said humans are causing global warming.

Oh, they also agree, contrary to Mr. Fletcher, that rising C02 levels are a considerable part of causation of rising temperatures, not the opposite.

How about we think of it as medical issue, which it is, as our planet is very sick.

If you have a medical problem and you consult all the MDs and 97 per cent recommend a treatment, while three per cent do not, who you gonna go with?

Steve Faraher-Amidon Comox

Rennie family not happy with some media

Dear editor, As the family of Willem Rennie we would like to thank the RCMP, the volunteers at Search and Rescue and all the friends and others who have done their own searches and helped out in other ways.

We also appreciated the media’s work in getting the word out. On the other hand, whether on purpose or by casual inattention, we are saddened by some of the media’s one-dimensional reporting that is counter to everyone else’s efforts of bring Willem home safely.

Although Willem recently had an incident that involved the RCMP as reported, it is not on the scale that readers might have been led to believe and we certainly question if it is the reason why he is missing. As we have seen many times a person who stands accused is pre-judged prior to all of the facts being tabled. We would ask those who know Willem to realize that the full story is more complex and nuanced than as stated in the media.

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Thanks again to the RCMP, Search and Rescue volunteers and everyone else working hard to find him and bring him home safe.

Willem’s family Courtenay

Thank you to the Valley from Variety

Dear editor, On behalf of everyone at Variety - The Children’s Charity, I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the communities of Comox Valley and Campbell River for their outstanding support of our eighth annual Radiothon on 97.3 The Eagle. In 12 hours we raised $36,941, a figure that is remarkably close to the record breaking amount from last year’s twoday event. The funds will go back into the community to provide direct help to local children with special needs, giving them the support they need to meet their challenges and achieve remarkable victories.

In the four months that I’ve been in the role of executive director, not a day goes by where I’m not amazed and humbled by the incredible generosity of the many donors, volunteers, sponsors and other supporters who move mountains for Variety every day. I believe it’s a testament to the strength and heart of the people of the North Island who steadfastly stand up for their neighbours and truly make a difference in their communities.

As we celebrate Variety’s 50th anniversary this year of helping children in B.C. with special needs, we look forward to becoming even more deeply connected to the community.

We want to help more kids who have special needs, and encourage families to contact us if they think we can help.

We also welcome fundraisers, volunteers and other ambassadors of our cause and are keen to support anyone wanting to make a significant impact in their community.

If you missed the Radiothon but would still like to donate, or to make an enquiry about a grant or volunteer opportunities, please visit us at variety.bc.ca. Thank you.

Kristy Gill Executive director Variety - The Children’s Charity

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Comox Valley children reap the benefits from McHappy Day Wednesday was indeed a McHappy Day – for McDonald’s as well as the Comox Valley Child Development Association.

May 4 marked the 23rd annual McHappy Day, a company-wide fundraising initiative to raise money for children’s charities within the respective communities.

The CVCDA was the benefactor of McHappy Day funds raised in the Comox Valley McDonald’s locations, and it was a substantial total.

Comox Valley McDonald’s made a $10,306 donation to the Comox Valley Child Development Association. This donation represents $7,189 raised by McDonald’s crews and volunteers on McHappy Day. In addition, a portion of the proceeds from the grand re-opening weekend of the Cliffe Avenue restaurant are being donated to bring the total to just over $10,000.

More than 50 volunteers joined McDonald’s crews at the Cliffe Avenue, Lerwick Road and Anderton Road locations. These special guests rolled up their sleeves to work behind the counter, greeting guests in the dining rooms and working in the drivethrus. They brought incredible energy and enthusiasm while

McHappy Day will jump-start our campaign to make our dream of a new space for our autism program a reality. Thank you to all the volunteers, the amazing staff at McDonald’s and the Aldreds. Not only was the day so helpful for our organization, but it was a ton of fun”.

Through this year’s McHappy Day, more than 1,400 McDonald’s restaurants, raised a combined total of $4.9 million for children’s charities in local communities and Ronald McDonald Houses across Canada. In addition, 10 cents from every Happy Meal is donated to Ronald McDonald Houses throughout the year, bringing the total to over $10 million raised across the country since last year.

The top photo is of Mayor Paul Ives and Councillor Russ Arnott at the Comox location along with managers Thomas (right) and Erik (rear) and crew Rebecca (left) and Sonia (right). At right, Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce CEO Dianne Hawkins with Patricia at the Courtenay location. helping to raise funds for the CVCDA. “Our team at Comox Valley McDonald’s, is proud to provide support for the Child Development Association,” said Stuart Aldred, local owner/operator. “Through the involvement of the community, the incredible volunteers who helped out in our restaurants and our dedicated man-

Chamber’s Lunch & Launch series begins Wednesday The Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce has launched eight new business development workshops featuring community leaders and successful entrepreneurs at the Courtenay Museum. On May 11 from 12 to 1 p.m., Julie Keumbehdjian, a dynamic business woman with past experience of owning and operating local restaurants and a travel agency will share her insight and wide array of knowledge as a successful woman in business in the Comox Valley.

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Council of Canadians ‘Chapter Chat’ The Comox Valley Council of Canadians invites you to attend its first “Chapter Chat” on Wednesday, May 11 in the Filberg Centre’s Evergreen Lounge.

This is a great opportunity to find out more about the campaigns the chapter is involved with – and why they are important to our lives as citizens of the Comox Valley, B.C., Canada and of the world.

Members of the health care, corporate rights (trade) agreements and electoral reform teams will outline the work being done by the chapter in these areas.

Following the overviews, questions and feedback will be welcomed in informal, small group discussions.

Letter writing suggestions, informative web links and petitions will be available to assist those wishing to take action on any of the important topics.

MS: Still time to register Continued from Page 3 “Knowing more information about it and that people with progressive MS have a much harder struggle, makes me now want to help the whole MS community.”

On Sunday, May 15, the Comox Valley Scotiabank MS Walk will be held at the Courtenay Airpark and is the annual major fundraiser for the North Vancouver Island chapter of the MS Society of Canada.

Nicole speaks not only for herself but for the whole MS community when she says, “I’m overwhelmed with gratitude every year when we get out there and see all those people wanting to help. It’s a really fun event, the atmosphere is great, the airpark is beautiful – and there are lots of puppies and dogs helping out too.”

For more information, or to register a team or as an individual for the May 15 event visit: mswalks.ca or call 250-339-0819.

Everyone is invited to the Chapter Chat at the Evergreen Seniors’ Lounge at the Filberg at 411 Anderton Ave. in Courtenay from 7-8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 11.

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NOTICE OF APPLICATIONS FOR SCRUTINEERS SOUTH SEWER SERVICE AUTHORIZATION BYLAWS – ASSENT VOTING On Saturday, June 18, 2016 qualified electors within the selected portions of Royston and Union Bay including Kilmarnock being Phase 1 of the proposed south sewer project can vote on the following questions: Bylaw Approval Are you in favour of the Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) adopting the following bylaws: 1. South Sewer Service (Shared Capital) Establishment Bylaw No. 426, 2016; 2. South Sewer Service (Area A Capital) Establishment Bylaw No. 427, 2016; and 3. South Sewer Service (Operations) Establishment Bylaw No. 428, 2016; which will permit the CVRD to establish the South Sewer Service for the construction and operation of sewage treatment facilities, a sewer forcemain and collection system and associated infrastructure to serve portions of Electoral Area A with a maximum total annual requisition limit for the three services of $2,004,000 dollars, resulting in a maximum annual parcel tax of: (a) $660 under Bylaw No. 426; (b) $740 under Bylaw No. 427; and (c) $636 under Bylaw No. 428; 4. South Sewer Service (Shared Capital) Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 429, 2016. which will permit the CVRD to borrow an amount not to exceed $4,000,000 for the purpose of constructing infrastructure authorized under Bylaw No. 426? YES or NO? Partnership Agreement Are you in favour of the Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) entering into a partnering agreement based on the following concept: • the service to be provided under a fixed price, performance based partnering agreement will be the design, construction and partial financing of sewage treatment facilities, a sewer forcemain and collection system and associated infrastructure (the “Project”) and a long term fixed price agreement for subsequent operation of the Project subject only to increases due to inflation; • where the maximum term of the agreement is 30 years; • where the maximum amount of the liability to be incurred by the CVRD in connection with borrowing, life cycle costing, operations and management of the project is $60,000,000 in 2016 dollars; and • where the wastewater treatment plant, forcemain, collection system and associated infrastructure will remain under public ownership? YES or NO? Scrutineers for and against the questions must be appointed if applications are received from persons who wish to volunteer for the positions. Only persons entitled to vote as electors on the question shown above are entitled to act as scrutineers. If sufficient applications are received, one scrutineer for and one scrutineer against the question will be appointed for each voting place. One scrutineer for the question and one scrutineer against the question will also be appointed to be present at the determination of the official results and, if necessary, at a judicial recount.

Applications to act as a scrutineer must go to the chief election officer at: Comox Valley Regional District 600 Comox Road, Courtenay BC during the period: 9:00 am, Wednesday, May 25, 2016 to 4:30 pm, Monday, June 6, 2016 Applications will only be received during regular office days and hours during this period. Application forms are available at the CVRD office in Courtenay, B.C. and online at www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/vote.

Other information regarding the referendum and proposed service is also available online.

You can obtain information on the requirements and procedures for making an application by contacting the: CVRD office at 600 Comox Road, Courtenay, BC or by telephone: 250-334-6000 or email: elections@comoxvalleyrd.ca.

James Warren, Chief Election Officer Andrea Sutherland, Deputy Chief Election Officer

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Photopia urges shutterbugs to ‘push the boundaries’ Plenty of prizes for extremes in annual contest The top-quality big screens are lined up, the prizes committed and the entry deadline approaches.

“This should be our edgiest Photopia to date,” said organizer Jamie Bowman.

“The theme ‘Pushing the Boundaries’ steps above ordinary pretty pictures.”

The contest features hundreds of images rotating on big-screen televisions in the Courtenay Library, as part of Elevate arts festival in downtown Courtenay June 4.

And this year there are two new ways to enter – ‘Extreme Selfies’, which will run as part of Comox Valley Art Gallery’s self-portraiture show, and a live-feed of images people take during the Elevate arts festival and submit via social media or email.

Entry deadline for Photopia’s digital-image contest is 6 p.m.

May 20.

Entries are submitted online and details are at www.elevatethearts.com/photopia Images can also be burned to a CD or DVD or loaded onto a thumb drive and dropped to the Comox Valley Art Gallery reception desk, clearly marked ‘Photopia

Otter eating a crawfish.

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on “boundary pushing and community-building initiatives that break down the barriers between culture creators and culture consumers,” according to Elevate spokesperson Meaghan Cursons.

“Elevate uses art and culture as a vehicle to explore our relationship with the ‘commons’ and to animate spaces we hold in common for the benefit of the broadest community.

“We are interested experimentation, innovation, exploration and radical and respectful collaboration between organizations, business, individuals, venues and others.”

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McKays Electronics and London Drugs have stepped up to provide six top-ofthe-line, big-screen digital televisions for the show. One of the promised screens is a 60-inch 4K set with a suggested retail value of $8,000.

Both McKays and London Drugs are also contributing to the pot of prizes, totalling hundreds of dollars in value.

Other sponsors include Sure Copy, Staples, Best Buy, Affordable Framing, Horne Lake Caves and Backdoor Gallery.

Youth will have

their own separate submission category, but all ages are invited to enter the open category. Manipulated/enhanced photos will have their own sub-categories in both youth and open. All categories are under the overall theme “Pushing the Boundaries.”

Winners will be chosen by a jury of photography experts.

The panel includes pro photographer Lisa Graham, London Drugs photolab manager MaryAnne Kuzma, NIC fine arts department head Linda Perron and Bob Bell of the Comox Val-

ley Camera Club.

“The judges will be looking for how the image pushes boundaries, for thinking and emotion, and for a ‘wow’ factor, along with composition and technical value,” said Bowman. “We are expecting images with impact.”

Details of the prizes up for grabs will be announced soon.

“While winning is always great, just participating in this digital art event is very sweet,” said Bowman.

The ‘Pushing Boundaries’ theme is not limited to Photopia; the whole Elevate festival focuses

Public Hearing Notice BYLAW NO. 421

“COMOX VALLEY ZONING BYLAW 2781, 2005, AMENDMENT NO. 65” Applicant: Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society Affected properties: 7350 Island Highway North and; 1331 Williams Beach Road Public hearing to be held: Thursday, May 19, 2016 Location: CVRD boardroom, 550B Comox Road, Courtenay Starting at: 7:00 p.m.

Bylaw No. 421 This bylaw, if adopted, would rezone the properties legally described as Lot 2, Block 29, Comox District, Plan VIP81361 (7350 Island Highway North) and Lot 3, Block 29, Comox District, Plan VIP81361 (1331 Williams Beach Road) as shown in the adjacent map, from rural eight (RU-8) to rural eight exception three (RU-8-3) to permit two additional land uses: interpretive/cultural centre and special events.

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A copy of the proposed bylaw and related information may be viewed at the regional district office, 600 Comox Road, Courtenay, BC between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays from Monday, May 9, 2016 until Thursday, May 19, 2016 or at www.comoxvalleyrd.ca.

Anyone who believes the proposed bylaw will affect their interests will be given an opportunity to be heard at the public hearing.

Legally, the CVRD cannot consider any representations made after the close of the public hearing. If you cannot attend the public hearing, all written submissions, mailed or electronic, must be received by this office no later than 4:30 p.m., Thursday, May 19, 2016.

Enquiries should be directed to: Brian Chow, long range planner, planning and development services Comox Valley Regional District, 600 Comox Road, Courtenay, BC V9N 3P6 Tel: 250-334-6000 • Toll-free: 800-331-6007 • Fax: 250-334-8156 Email: planningdevelopment@comoxvalleyrd.ca The Comox Valley Regional District is a federation of three electoral areas and three municipalities providing sustainable services for residents and visitors to the area. The members of the regional district work collaboratively on services for the benefit of the diverse urban and rural areas of the Comox Valley.

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Seaside Painters grace Pearl Ellis For many years artists have been meeting at the Sybil Andrews cottage in Campbell River. In the early-1990s the group belonged to the Federation of Canadian Artists. In time the link was dissolved but the group continued to meet at the cottage. The cottage was slated to be torn down, but due to the efforts of a number of groups, it was saved and restored in 2011. While the renovations were taking place, the painting group met in the art gallery and renamed itself the Seaside Painters. When the cottage reopened, the Seaside Painters returned to the cottage where they meet Tuesdays to enjoy both creative endeavours using a variety of mediums, and ongoing friendships.

The Seaside Painters from Campbell River will be presenting a show at the Pearl Ellis Gallery in Comox opening May 10 and running until May 29.

Here is a brief introduction to the artists who will be exhibiting in the Pearl Ellis Gallery: Glenna Lynn Armitage Glenna enjoys painting landscapes, architecture, and flowers. Her early works were done in oils and acrylics but she now mainly works in watercolours.

Ann-Louise Beaumont She has studied with some well-known artists in the United States and in Canada, and is conversant with a num-

Crete Alley by Sandra Doran

ENTERTAINMENT HOUR AT BERWICK with Marlene Oolo and Friends.

Peacock Butterly by Antonia Huber ber of mediums, most recently that of acrylics.

Rita Davis Rita has been painting and drawing for most of her life.

Although she is skilled in watercolours, her recent work is in acrylics ranging in size from miniature to much larger works.

Sandra Doran Sandra worked with Chinese brush painting but had switched to acrylics while taking lessons. Recently, she has explored the medium of “poured watercolour” and is intrigued by the possibilities it affords.

Maureen England After retirement, England moved from Alberta to Campbell River where she has enjoyed painting with acrylics, oils and oil pastels. She

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belongs to two local art groups, and participates in both classes and workshops when she can.

Carole Goodwin Although water colour has been Carole’s preferred medium, she now works with mixed media - a mixture of collage, gels and gold leaf. She has exhibited with the local chapter in galleries on the Island, and at the Federation of Canadian Artist Gallery in Vancouver.

Mary Harrison After a long career, Mary has focused her passion for learning towards everything creative. Her current works are mainly of acrylic painting and silk ribbon embroidery on batiks, and original art cards.

Antonia Huber After a career as an educator, Antonia enjoys the opportunity to spend time at the Sybil Andrews cottage, and the art gallery where she paints flowers, birds, and animals in water-colours.

Robert Peel Bob has been a great addition to the Sybil Andrews cottage. His favourite medium is acrylic on canvas or rocks.

Jill Paris Rody Jill works in a variety of mediums: water colour, pastel and acrylic. Her artwork is owned by private collectors across the U.S., Canada and the U.K. She is an excellent teacher and an inspiration to many.

Wilma Richardson Wilma is a self-taught artist who paints a variety of subjects mainly in oils. She has participated in many FCA shows on the Island and in Vancouver, winning a number of awards locally and in Arizona.

A public reception hosted by the artists will run Saturday, May 14 from 1-4 p.m.

Admission is free and refreshments will be served.

The Pearl Ellis Gallery is located at 1729 Comox Ave. It is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays from 1-4 p.m.

TRACY CANIL Wonderful Flautist HAZEL LENNOX Spinning Tales TUESDAY, MAY 17th from 2:00 to 3:00 pm Community Room at Berwick.

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Wise guys and flappers at the Elks Hall Pippa Ingram Special to The Record

Speakeasy, The Forgotten Flapper - from TheatreWorks - is a light-hearted look at prohibition in the ‘20s. Writer/director Kymme Patrick offers a potpourri of genres in the witty, original script with elements of a whodunnit, a tragedy, a musical and a morality tale, to mention a few, with a delightfully ‘camp’ and clever use of satirical jargon reminiscent of the Roaring ‘20s.

Akin to a classical Greek chorus “who comments with a collective voice on the dramatic action,” there are storyteller Wise Guys who keep the narrative moving forward with repartee that reflects upon the societal mores of the times. Cleverly played, with a definite ‘Brooklynese’-flavoured dialogue, the Wise Guy roles mesh well and are sure to keep audience chuckles coming.

“I see my character Lorenzo close to the top of the food chain in this violent, often deadly era,” said Jerry Pit-

Wise guy storytellers and flappers entertain with a roaring ’20s flavour in Speakeasy, The Forgotten Flapper, onstage at Lower Elks Hall on Sixth in Courtenay, May 12, 13 and 14; with a 7:30 p.m. start time.

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audition, I started right in with the Brooklyn accent because I thought of New York mobsters when I saw the names Lorenzo and Delchino. I really like the banter between Jerry and me - like a verbal sparring.

He is awesome to work with.”

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Meghan Gilhespy Trio coming to Courtenay The 2015-16 performance year – September to May – has enabled the Georgia Straight Jazz Society to present a greater diversity of performers from a wider range of places than any previous year; from across Canada, and many parts of the U.S. as well.

This diversity continues on Thursday with a show presented by 23-year-old modern jazz vocalist Meghan Gilhespy - an innovative voice in the diverse Vancouver jazz scene. Gilhespy has recently completed her debut album, Vive Le Tour, which showcases her exceptional vocal talents, ranging from soulful standards to avant-garde improvisation.

The album tracks provide the foundation of her Courtenay debut. Once again, it illustrates our good fortune in becoming a well-established jazz venue where many of our bookings are made in response to artists’ requests.

Vive Le Tour features eight tunes that draw from the Great American Songbook, classic jazz composers such as Wayne Shorter and Thelonious

Monk, and one original composition from the band. All of the pieces were arranged

by Gilhespy, except Norwegian Wood and Little Tassie.

Gilhespy is joined on the album by guitarist David Blake and bassist Jeff Gammon, with acclaimed tenor saxophonist Steve Kaldestad fea-

tured on two of the tracks.

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Clyde, the thrust of the show is the reflection it makes of the ’20s.

“I think that while the murder mystery is a fun part of the play, it casts light on the different attitudes of the society at that time. The wise guys’ satire is perfect for the chorus/ clown role they play while weaving together the social changes Speakeasy addresses. I’m enjoying creating Clyde’s persona, keeping him human - avoiding (for the most part) caricature and the word play Kymme writes so well.”

Speakeasy promises great entertainment. Twenties music will entertain and includes an original song, Take Myself Out Dancing, written and performed by Joanna Finch, who portrays the speakeasy owner where the action takes place. It is onstage at the Lower Elks Hall on Sixth Street, May 12, 13, 14, with a start time of 7:30 p.m. Seating is festival and limited, so be sure to arrive early. Tickets are $15, available from cast members, at Laughing Oyster Bookstore and at the door.

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The Marine Harvest U14 Boys Riptide travelled to Vancouver April 30 to compete for the gold medal at the Coastal A Cup final against Surrey Football Club.

Riptide came out of the gates with force and control. A string of passes presented stiker Fergus Hall a window to move the ball forward to Jerod Timothy. Jerod manoeuvred through two Surrey defenders and made a nice pass across the front of the goal for Cameron Bell, who tapped the ball into the Surrey net.

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However, Riptide’s counterattack was excellent which led to abundant scoring opportunities throughout the match. This allowed Riptide to take back the lead with five minutes left in regulation time, almost sealing the deal. In the dying minutes of the second half, Surrey’s relentless determination paid off, managing to score and tie the game once again.

In overtime the play continued to move like a fast-paced pendulum, with both goalies making outstanding saves. Surrey was the first to find the back of the net to take a 3-2 lead, but

the Riptide fought hard to recover, and the passion and perseverance was awarded with a goal in the last couple minutes of overtime. The elation of the moment was shortlived, however, as the play was called offside, resulting in Surrey FC winning the match.

“The boys had every chance to win the game and the whole team was complimented by the head referee of the tournament on how classy we were in our behaviours and play,” said Riptide head coach Steve Hall.

Congratulations to the Riptide players and coaches for a well battled game and silver medal. Good Luck at provincials in July.

Courtenay’s Karamanis commits to BCHL’s Vernon Vipers The Vernon Vipers of the British Columbia Hockey League (junior A) announced the commitment of 17-yearold forward Niko Karamanis for next season.

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From the depth of our grief we are distressed to announce our wonderful, loving daughter died in Victoria. Her huge heart just gave out.

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Max passed away peacefully in Ty Watson House on Wednesday, May 4th, 2016 at the age of 74 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born in Randers, Denmark in 1941.

Max is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Bente; son Martin (Wendy Lynne); daughter Tina (Jason); grandchildren Marcus, Brandon and Nicholas; brother John in Denmark; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends throughout the world.

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Iverson, Helen It is with deep sadness that we announce Helen’s passing on May 1, 2016. Early Sunday morning, as the sun came up, she chose to leave us and move on. Helen will be deeply missed by her sons Jason (Leanne), Stephen (Julie) and Trevor; grandchildren Alex, Ethan, Wyatt and Ford; her sisters Barb (Marty) and Betty Anne; her brother Paul (Linda); nieces Janet, Christine, Lindsay, Kirsten and Dana; nephew Oren; and many more cousins and extended family in Saskatchewan and friends far and wide. Helen is predeceased by her husbands Buck and Willie; parents Agot and Ernest; stepfather Douglas; and daughterin-law Lynn. Although she endured hardships in her life, Helen chose to smile, laugh and carry on. Nothing could slow her vivacious spirit.

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Dorothy Grace Ray Dorothy Ray passed away peacefully on April 28, 2016 at the age of 96 years, after a long life ďŹ lled with much love shown to others.

I, Coleen Ray, her oldest daughter, would ďŹ rst like to give my heartfelt gratitude to the people of the Comox Valley who unselďŹ shly loved my mother in her declining years. To the staff at Laurel Lodge who tenderly and compassionately helped in her transition from her Victoria home to the care facility in December of 2007, to the many staff members at Glacier View Lodge, who over the years followed up with sweet understanding, kind words and loving touches, to these people I am eternally grateful. It is with special gratitude, however, that I give thanks to the many volunteers that faithfully came to Glacier View Lodge to better the lives of the residents. Mum particularly enjoyed the church services and the musical entertainment. May God bless you all for your kindness.

Dorothy was born in Vulcan, Alberta. She grew up on a farm where she learned early on to be a dedicated worker. As her mother passed away before she was 10, she was suddenly plunged into much responsibility, along with her older sister, Gladys, and her younger sister Elma. She loved school and enjoyed being a teacher’s helper at the one room country school house, to which she went on horseback.

She would have loved to have been a teacher but she didn’t have the money for college, so she trained as a stenographer. She worked ďŹ rst in Calgary, where she met and married Harold Ray in 1941. During the war she worked for the Secret Service in Ottawa, and was privileged to be one of the ďŹ rst to know when WWII ended.

Mum was very interested in helping others and her community. Over the years she volunteered with the Junior League, raising support for worthy children’s causes. She taught teenagers at Sunday School for many years and they liked to frequent our house for visits.

She spent a number of years as PTA president both at Frank Hobbs Elementary and Gordon Head Junior High. She was a member of the Women’s Electors who petitioned for various causes such as recycling in Victoria. She spent many years teaching through demonstrating, such as kitchen appliances at Woodward’s, and wood-graining techniques at the college. As she didn’t have time for all the requests that came her way she started the Demonstrator’s Guild of Victoria. While doing this, she also built a Metrin skin care business, of which she still has customers. And during these times, in her early 50’s, she also started the education she had always wanted. She received a B.A. in History from the University of Victoria at the age of 58.

While Mum never really retired she did take time to go on a number of cruises with her husband and relatives and friends and family. She thoroughly enjoyed her travels.

She loved her 2 daughters and proved to be a very generous mother. As Nana she showed lots of interest in her 6 grandchildren and was delighted as each of her 11 great grandchildren came along.

She has now moved on to a better place, to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, after a life well-lived.

Dorothy is predeceased by her husband, Harold, in 2003 and her sister Gladys Nielsen in 2005, and sadly her youngest daughter, Robyn MacSween in 2011.

Dorothy will be lovingly remembered by her daughter, Coleen Ray, and her son-in-law, Dave MacSween; her grandchildren Tanis (Tim) Bradshaw, Tessa (Jim) Stewart, Todd MacSween, Laura (Don) Johnston, Peter Beck (Emily Todd) and Kyle (Karen) Beck; her 11 great grandchildren; her sister Elma Ireton, as well as nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

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NEULEBEN, Ernie Ernie was born in Balve Germany into a family of three sisters and later his brother Walter arrived. Ernie married Anneliese Wurzinger in Germany.

Ernie arrived in Halifax aboard the MS Fairsea. He worked for a short while logging in Quebec and then Anneliese and his step-son Kurt Wurzinger joined him in 1952. They moved to Richmond BC. Ernie worked as a machinist at Dominion Steel for a short while and then worked at TrueďŹ t Millwork as a truck driver.

Ernie quit work to become blueberry farmers with Anneliese. They owned a 20 acre farm on Granville Street in Richmond. Ernie really enjoyed farming (and in later years gardening both food and owers). On the farm there was always something needing some tinkering, the grandchildren coming for the summer to work on the farm, getting to tease, tell stories and jokes to his grandchildren and getting to teach them to drive the old farm tractor! Anneliese and Ernie would spend some winters in Hawaii while the blueberries rested.

Ernie eventually subdivided 5 lots off the farm and began a history of investing in real estate. In 1988, they sold the blueberry farm and moved to Royston to be closer to Kurt, Evelyn and the grandchildren.

Ernie never met a stranger. He was an honest, knowledgeable, charming, generous and very interesting man. He enjoyed rebuilding bicycles that he found at the dump or in scrap yards. He also was known for his ability to rebuild/ďŹ x lawnmowers. He also loved to win at the casino!

Ernie was a devoted husband, companion, grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather who loved his family, his rye bread and salami, playing the button accordion and even riding his motorcycle into his 80s!

Ernie is predeceased by his wife Anneliese, step-son Kurt Wurzinger, daughter-in-law Evelyn, sisters Herta, Hilde and Ilse, and his companion Lucy Powell.

Ernie is survived and deeply missed by his brother Walter(Gerda) Neuleben of Chilliwack, niece Sonja and grandchildren Kurt (Lorna) Wurzinger of Courtenay, Charlene Loader of Port Alberni, Tom Wurzinger of Merville, and Lisa (Dale) Mangles of Port Alberni, 7 great-grandchildren and 2 greatgreat-grandchildren, nephew Henry and many more nieces and nephews along with his best friend and companion Millie Calnan who brought Ernie much joy in his last years.

A tea to celebrate Ernie Neuleben will be held at the OAP Hall, Cumberland on May 15th, 2016 at 1 p.m. Please bring your memories and stories!!

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1740A &B Cheviot Road Two- 2 bdrm homes on .72 acres, or 3 rentals, with mountain and ocean views.

For more info. visit: www.bcislandhomes online $355,000 PRISTINE 3BDRM 1650 sqft. rancher in Filberg Park area Comox featuring private fully landscaped fenced yard, double garage, 8x16ft garden shed, 16x16 cedar deck. Two up-dated bathrooms, separate laundry, huge kitchen, 7 appliances, sun room. New windows, shutters, hardwood floors, and cedar roof. $469,900. Call 250-339-0995.

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HOMES WANTED WANTED TO BUY Ocean Waterfront house under $700,000, Calum 604-5321923, calumsc@hotmail.com

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Lions Senior Citizens: Bachelor suite in Union Bay for rent to Person 55 years plus, $600/month, Hydro & water incl., References required, phone 250-335-0441 between 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

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“Serving Campbell River & Vancouver Island since 1967�

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AUSTIN POWDER LTD. Location Manager Role, Courtenay, BC Duties / Responsibilities • Manage a team of 4-10 people: – Hiring, training, performance management • Ensures compliance with: – Company policies and procedures – Provincial and Federal Explosive and Transport Regulations – WCB and COR safety requirements, including training, investigation and audits. • Orders, maintains and inventories appropriate products, supplies, vehicles and equipment for location.       Qualifications / Requirements • 5+ years of Industry Specific or related industry experience • 2+ years of supervisory experience • Ability to perform physical labor in all weather conditions • Equipment/Vehicle knowledge and operational skills • Class 3 Air License is preferred Benefits • Extended Health & Dental • RPP • Group Life Insurance • Dependent Life Insurance Apply via email to jaret.nault@austinpowder.com For more detail visit: www.austinpowder.com 4919 N. Island Highway Courtenay, BC V9N 5Z2 Ph:1-800-577-2624

Invitation to Tenderers

VILLAGE OF CUMBERLAND Contract: EGREMONT RD. - STORM UPGRADES AND ROAD WORKS - PHASE 2 Tender Reference No.: V16-0254/A The Owner invites tenders for Work generally consisting of: • Supply and installation of approximately 180 m of PVC storm sewer, complete with all required manholes, catch basins, services, and tie-ins. • Upgrading of two (2) existing watermain branch connections and construction of one (1) new branch connection. • Re-alignment and re-surfacing of approximately 170 m of residential road, complete with all required curbing, sidewalks, and utility relocations.

Contract Documents will be available online through BC Bid (www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca) No registration, tracking or other recording of Tender document holders will be performed by the Owner or Consultant. All addenda, amendments or further information will be published on the BC Bid website. It is the sole responsibility of the document holder to monitor the website regularly to check for updates.

Technical inquiries regarding this tender may be directed to:

Tenders are scheduled to close at:

REGENT Christian Online Academy is seeking a Special Education Assistant, up to 15 hours per week, to work in local home and community settings with a teen with special needs; days are flexible, now until June 22 with the possibility of continuing in September. Must provide own transportation. Experience with autism or challenging behaviors an asset. Email resume to rfriesen@rcoa.ca

FEMALE RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKERS required having experience with Level 3 autistic individuals. 24 hr shifts in the Courtenay area. Fulltime, Part-time & Casual empl. available. Please email resumes to rescarecourtenay@gmail.com.

CAMPBELL RIVER

MR. ANDREW GOWER, P.ENG., PE WEDLER ENGINEERING LLP 2459 COUSINS AVENUE COURTENAY, BC V9N 3N6 PHONE: (250) 334-3263 EMAIL: agower@wedler.com

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25’ Rennoll, very clean completely serviced fall of 2015, not used since. Engine 225hp with out drive, 9.8hp, trolling motor, all fishing gear. Asking $12000. obo 250-334-0656

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

Campbell River

RELIEF DRIVER WANTED Must have suitable vehicle, van or pick up.

ADULTS & SENIORS WELCOME

Oak Dinning Set with 6 chairs & extra leaf, capable of seating 10-12 people $400 250941-6959

YARD WORK - Lawn cutting, roof repair, dump run’s.

Call Ike 250-339-0064

RTE #605 Orchard Park, Baybrook, Filberg Dr., Mack Laing Crt

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UNDER $400

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

Call Les for Free Estimate.

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RTE #545 Robb, Doris & Condor

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Tender Closing Time: 2:00 pm local time Tender Closing Date: JUNE 07, 2016.

Address: WEDLER ENGINEERING LLP 2459 COUSINS AVENUE COURTENAY, BC V9N 3N6 The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. The Owner reserves the right to waive informalities in, or reject any or all tenders, or accept the tender deemed most favorable in the interests of the Village. Tenders not conforming to the specified requirements may be returned to the Tenderer without consideration.

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4087 Chancellor Cr. Courtenay

4064 Southwalk Dr. Courtenay

Hosted by Christiaan Horsfall

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Hosted by Michele Courtney

SUNDAY 11 AM - 1 PM

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4298 Marsden Rd. Courtenay

1590 Valley Cr. Courtenay

103 - 1902 Comox Ave. Comox

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522 Lazo Rd. Comox Peninsula Hosted by Shea Wilson Nicole Allen

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3054 Rachel Rd. Courtenay

2924 Suffield Rd. Courtenay

2281 Neptune Dr. Comox

Hosted by Virginia D’Arcangelo

Hosted by Virginia D’Arcangelo

Hosted by Dean Thompson

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1290 Ridgemount Dr. Comox

2896 Back Rd. Courtenay

860 18th St. Courtenay

Hosted by Keitha Spink

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Duduza Bed & Bath offers a full array of design services and is happy to book your in-home consultation around your schedule. Using local craftspeople, our Interior Designer Victoria Baker has over 30 years design experience. From window coverings & cushions to custom headboards, furniture reupholstery & recovering, if you can imagine it we can get it done.

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Spring 2016 has brought an increase of new stock & new vendors here at Duduza Bed & Bath! Our friendly sales staff are happy to assist you in choosing everything from duvets, duvet covers, sheet and quilt sets, towels, shower curtains and bath accessories. We also carry throw blankets, decorative cushions, candles and home décor for you to truly personalize your space.

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