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Four Campbell River buildings nominated Target, Rose Harbour, Timberline Village Shopping Centre and Cornerstone Residences are up for a prestigious award. Page 7
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Some people are so incensed after two cats were found in a crate taped shut in the woods near Campbell River that they’ve put up a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of whoever did it. The seven-month-old cats found near Quinsam Crossing over the weekend are recovering after being near death. Both the SPCA and Van Isle Veterinary Hospital staff are optimistic they’ll recover over the next few months. “Treatment is pretty straight forward from here,” said Dr. Mireille deWinter of VIVH. “They are in great spirits, very food motivated and happy to see people. I’m not sure how long they were left in the kennel but it doesn’t appear to have caused any fear of people so far. Hopefully they will make a full recovery.” The female cats were found by a man and his dog while out
hiking. The cats were inside a crate that had been sealed with packing tape, and judging by their conditions, they had been in there a while. Their condition was so bad that it brought SPCA staff to tears. Both cats weighed less than half a normal body weight and the smallest one, a ginger and white domestic short hair, was suffering from organ failure, likely through dehydration and starvation. The hospital was considering euthanasia for that one. But on Tuesday morning, hospital staff told the CourierIslander that after being offered small meals of calorie-dense diet throughout the weekend, the cat now has “normal values” on her blood tests and she is eating very well. Because Campbell River does not have an SPCA, the man who found the cats took them to the Comox SPCA. See CATS page 2.
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“Those cats did not have a chance...” Continued from page 1. The SPCA immediately transported the cats to Van Isle Veterinary Clinic where they remained on intravenous medications and
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for people to bring their unwanted animals from Campbell River,” he said. If and when found, the person(s) will face charges under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act and the Criminal Code of Canada. Penalties on convictions range from fines, not being allowed to own animals again, to jail time. If you have any information about this case, please contact the Comox SPCA at (250) 339-7722. sthomson@courierislander.com
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Comox SPCA. Leon Davis, a spokesperson for the Comox SPCA, said that they were not able to get any evidence from the crate because it had been out in the elements. The cats had no tattoos or microchips. “This case will be solved by the public,” he said. “Does anyone remember a couple of cats being around a neighbouring home and suddenly not there? Does anyone recognize these two cats? Has anyone heard someone talking about leav-
Timberline Secondary School was included in the Fraser Institute’s 30 schools across the province that have shown improvement over the last five years and is, in fact, the highest ranked school in Campbell River for academic performance. The Report Card on B.C.’s Secondary Schools 2014 ranks 293 public and independent secondary schools based on seven indicators using data from the annual province-wide exams administered by the B.C. Ministry of Education. The Institute’s ranking has long-been looked down upon by some educators in the province. Timberline Secondary posted an overall ranking of 5.6 out of 10 in 2009, then improved to 6.4 by 2013. The rankings are based on scores in reading, writing, and numeracy. Carihi, Campbell River’s other high school stayed the same from 2009 to 2013, with a ranking of 5.6 out of 10. Elementary schools in Campbell River that are included in the Fraser Institute’s rankings include Georgia Park that went
down to 3.5 out of 10 from 4.1, Campbell River Christian School that went down from 7.5 to 6.7 out of 10, Willow Point went down from 4.9 to 4.6 out of 10, Sandowne went up slightly to 4.4 from 4.3, Penfield went down to 3.8 from 4.2 out of 10 and Pinecrest went down to 2.6 from 4 out of 10. In comparing schools across the province, out of 293 highschools, Timberline Secondary ranked 114th out of 293 high schools, Carihi ranked 175th out of 293, and Campbell River Christian School ranked 53 out of 293. Out of 982 elementary schools, Ripple Rock ranked 952nd, Pinecrest ranked 946th, Georgia Park ranked 908th, Penfield ranked 882nd, Sandowne ranked 882 tying with Penfield, Ocean Grove ranked 769th, Willow Point ranked 769th also, Ecole Deux MOnes ranked 721st and Campbell River Christian elementary school ranked 818th out of 982. The highest ranking school in BC is Yorkhouse in Vancouver and the lowest ranking is St, John’s International. The highest ranking school on the island is Shawnigan Lake, 10 out of 293 and in last place on the Island is Port McNeil, 287 out of 293.
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In the March 28 edition of the Campbell River Courier-Islander it was reported that donations for Chance the horse could be directed to the TD Canada Trust bank in Campbell River. Since then the caretaker of the horse has requested that donations, instead, go to Chance’s care via paypal account courtneyhowe-xx@hotmail.com or via the GoFundMe Website http://www.gofundme.com/7pwwlk. The Courier-Islander apologizes for any inconvenience caused TD Canada Trust bank and to potential donors.
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2014-04-09 2:35 AM ..................13.11 feet 2014-04-09 9:30 AM ...................9.64 feet 2014-04-09 1:55 PM ................... 11.12 feet 2014-04-09 8:46 PM ....................6.70 feet 2014-04-10 3:11 AM ..................13.09 feet 2014-04-10 10:11 AM ...................8.85 feet 2014-04-10 3:02 PM ...................11.45 feet 2014-04-10 9:38 PM .................... 6.93 feet 2014-04-11 3:41 AM .................. 13.07 feet 2014-04-11 10:48 AM ................... 7.98 feet 2014-04-11 3:54 PM .................. 11.86 feet 2014-04-11 10:24 PM .................... 7.20 feet 2014-04-12 4:07 AM ..................13.08 feet 2014-04-12 11:20 AM .................... 7.08 feet 2014-04-12 4:39 PM ..................12.29 feet 2014-04-12 11:03 PM .....................7.51 feet
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2014-04-13 4:32 AM ..................13.15 feet 2014-04-13 11:48 AM .................... 6.18 feet 2014-04-13 5:20 PM ...................12.71 feet 2014-04-13 11:36 PM .................... 7.87 feet 2014-04-14 4:58 AM .................13.26 feet 2014-04-14 12:09 PM .................... 5.31 feet 2014-04-14 6:01 PM ....................13.11 feet 2014-04-14 11:58 PM ....................8.29 feet 2014-04-15 5:25 AM .................13.38 feet 2014-04-15 12:24 PM ....................4.49 feet 2014-04-15 6:43 PM ..................13.46 feet 2014-04-16 12:26 AM ...................8.76 feet 2014-04-16 5:56 AM ................. 13.47 feet 2014-04-16 12:49 PM ....................3.79 feet 2014-04-16 7:27 PM .................. 13.74 feet 2014-04-17 1:02 AM ....................9.26 feet
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Campbell River RCMP’s police dog helped nabbed three young offenders believed to be responsible for a rash of thefts from the York Road area. Campbell River RCMP were called to a possible theft in progress Friday, March 28, in the 4200 block of Discovery Drive. A break in was discov-
ered and RCMP dog services were called in. The police dog and handler were able to establish a track and subsequently the three male young offenders were located and arrested. Stolen property was recovered from the suspects. One of the youths was already on probation for offences and was bound to a curfew. RCMP
believe these youth were responsible for the previously reported thefts in the York Road area. All will be appearing in provincial court facing a number of charges. On April 6 at 8:45 p.m. the Campbell River Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 900 block of Ironwood Street. The Campbell River RCMP
was then called because it was deemed suspicious in nature. Fire and forensics investigators were at the scene Monday collecting evidence. If anyone has any information in regards to this fire you’re asked to contact the Campbell River RCMP at 250286-6211 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800- 222- TIPS (8477) or you can leave a tip on line.
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Nunns Creek Park clean up proposed SIAN THOMSON COURIER-ISLANDER
Nunns Creek Park, also known as “The Swamp”, is not exactly the image of a beautiful B.C. With two tons of garbage and litter, shoes hanging from electrical wires above the skateboard park, graffiti, overgrown vegetation, drug paraphernalia and homeless camps, the park needs an overhaul, and Bud Logan is proposing to do just that. Logan, an artist, photographer, and environmentalist behind the Island Forest Stewards, is embarking on this initiative under the umbrella of “Askbud. ca”, his personal website. “I am meeting with the Campbellton Neighborhood Asso-
ciation today (Tuesday) to talk about the Nunns Creek Project proposal, prior to presenting it to City Council,” said Logan. “This project has several components. First, to brush out and clean the existing trail systems, second, to clean up the trash that litters the parks more inaccessible areas, there are about two tons of litter here. Third, build an interpretive boardwalk that will meander through the parks wetlands. This one is for the future, the city has to come up with a master plan for the park first, it’s in the budget for next year. I hope to be part of that planning process. And fourth, to link the park with the E.R.T. road by a trail. This one is a future component also.”
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by breaking it down to the four steps, it would be easier to raise funds.” “As each step is successfully completed, it would create enthusiasm for getting the next step underway,” said Logan. “We can make this into a place where folks will enjoy walking and if its done right, it will be a lasting jewel that the community could be very proud of. We could create a green corridor that runs from the river estuary right up to the beaver lodge lands. I think this would be awesome.” For more info and photos about the project http://www.askbud. ca/nunns_creek_park_project,_ vcancouver_island.htm. sthomson@courierislander.com
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able to all. He hopes there will be resting areas, interpretive signs detailing the plant, tree and animal species that live or visit the area, an interpretive boardwalk through the wetland areas. “I have photographed many rare and beautiful birds in the Nunns Creek Park, birds like the ruby crowned kinglet and the western tanager right up to the herons and eagles,” said Logan. “I have also seen squirrels, black bears, deer, beavers, muskrats and raccoons in the park’s wetlands. It’s a wildlife paradise, right in the middle of town.” Logan acknowledges that these four steps make up a big project “but with the right funding and volunteers it could be done and
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Logan said he has spoken to the Nunns Creek steward Barb Phipps about these goals and is looking forward to talking about this project with Greenways Land Trust. “When l was a boy and the park had just been created, the trails were used and the picnic tables were popular but over the years it has fallen into quite a mess,” he said. “I want to bring this park back to something our community could be proud of again. I am meeting with the army cadets on Thursday, they have generously offered to help with the cleanups and other components.” Logan wants to make the park wheelchair accessible where bird and wildlife watching is avail-
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Campbell River’s acoustic guitarist Rodrigo Figueroa is hitting the high seas in May and it all seems like a dream, a Disney Dream. The Chilean-born guitar virtuoso, who has impressed audiences with his ability to play different styles of music including Spanish, Latin, Brazilian, blues and North American, has been recruited to the Disney Dream cruise ship where he will perform as a lounge singer during a six month, 22-lap cruise
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between Orlando, Florida to Costa Rica. Rodrigo has performed throughout British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest in the USA. He has showcased his talents at various music venues and festivals throughout B.C. and the west coast of the US. He has earned the privilege of playing with outstanding musicians including Sting, Corea, Pat Metheny and has been recognized by Eric Clapton. His distinctive style of music has been enjoyed nationwide through “I have never done this before,” said Figueroa, who is a little worried about seasickness. “I bought one of those wrist bands that is supposed to help you not get sick.” He did ask if there was going to be an Italian captain and if the ship was named Concordia.
“I just have images of the cruise ship sitting sideways in the water like that.” Figueroa has just released his seventh CD which is for sale at the Campbell River Art Gallery and the Willow Point Community Arts Council in the Sybil Andrews Cottage where he taught lessons. “I wrote all the lyrics and play all the instruments on it,” said Figueroa. “It has 18 cuts.” Before he sets sail on May 13 with Mickey Mouse and crew, Figueroa is performing at the Blackrock Resort in Ucluelet on April 11-12, 18-19, 25-26 and May 2-3. He performs May 4 at the ‘Photographers at Painter’s’ event at Painter’s Lodge. And, of course, he is performing the Disney Dream from May to October, providing the wrist band works. sthomson@courierislander.com
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St. Ann’s comes together, above and below “This work changes the entire look and feel of the area.” — City councillor Claire Moglove COURIER-ISLANDER
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ine months later and the St. Ann’s area of downtown looks like a million dollars. Well, $4.048 million to be exact. That’s what the project cost including upgrades to underground services like sewer, water and storm drainage systems, as well as above-ground improvements to roads, sidewalks, streetlights and landscaping for the area connecting 10th Avenue to Shoppers Row. “This work changes the entire look and feel of the area. This is a huge step forward in revitalizing downtown and making it a desirable place to work, visit, shop and do business,” said Councillor Claire Moglove, who holds the economic development portfolio for City Council. “If you recall the plaza that was there previously, there is no question that the area has been totally transformed. The fact that we were able to achieve this by piggybacking the above ground improvements onto the very necessary underground infrastructure updates is testament to good planning and design.”
A city press release said that as intended, the end result dramatically transforms both the look and feel of the area. The goals of the project, shaped during public consultation sessions in December 2012, included linking waterfront green spaces to city hall, creating shared space where public areas blend with commercial properties, and animating the public space so that street level activity focuses on people — to make visitors feel welcome and help businesses reap the benefits of the new energy that comes from a well designed and inviting potential destination for residents, shoppers and visitors. Landscaping features local and west coast plant and tree varieties such as Kinnikinnick and scarlet oak, and plantings fit into an overall design scheme that includes rain gardens to direct storm water runoff and upgraded piping installed below the surface to redirect pooling water that had been a problem in this area. A more balanced approach to various modes of transportation also enhances the pedestrian experience in this area. The city says positive feedback received to date indicates that
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the project is on track to meet its intended goals. “The St. Ann’s Downtown Revitalization Project is an important initiative for Campbell River that promotes a positive business climate and facilitates and nurtures a prosperous community and strong local economy. From the time of the launch, it’s been a positive process of collaboration with the city and other stakeholders, and we look forward to sharing with our members communication updates as development progresses,” said Colleen Evans, President & CEO, Campbell River Chamber of Commerce. “It’s been exciting to see how local
growth-minded businesses are leveraging these opportunities to support suppliers and service providers. Last year, the Chamber launched the Think Local program, demonstrating the importance of local business connecting with and contributing to our local economy and quality of life. There is a real sense of community pride and ownership in the downtown transition and now an opportunity to leverage this positive energy to propel Campbell River forward.” “The BIA is pleased to see the completion of the upgrades to St. Ann’s, Dubeau, and Alder. This is an important step in the revitaliza-
tion of our downtown. We look forward with anticipation to the future of the heart of the city,” said Ryan Phillips, barrister and solicitor with Tees Kiddle Spencer and Director of City Centre Business Improvement Association. The St. Ann’s upgrade project will be completed within the approved budget and as scheduled at the end of the month in spite of freezing temperatures and snow, which presented the contractor with logistical challenges starting in December and continuing on and off through to March. Residents should note that work continues on the Seymour Pacific Developments office building site. This project, the creation of a new national headquarters for Seymour Pacific Developments is anticipated to be complete later this year. A community celebration will be planned once both projects are finished. For more information on the stages and milestones of the St Ann’s upgrade project, you can visit the Campbell River website at www.campbellriver.ca and view City Construction Projects under Planning, Building and Development.
THE TIDEMARK THEATRE SALUTES OUR VOLUNTEERS! Volunteers are one of the most important resources within our theatre.
Their time, commitment, positive attitude and personal support allows us to provide quality customer service to our patrons, and helps to support every department in our organization.
D E PA RT I N G BOA R D M E M B E RS
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Kin and Mark sat on the Tidemark Board for 2 - 3 year terms. Kin served as Secretary, President and Past President. Mark served as Treasurer for 5 years. Both served on many committees, donated hundreds of hours of volunteer time and were instrumental in the T25 Capital Campaign.
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Kin and Mark have consistently demonstrated integrity, solid work hours, pure love and commitment to the Tidemark. They will be greaty missed and we wish them every success in their future endeavours.
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Four Campbell River buildings up for coveted VIREB honours
CCCU to close three branches
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Four Campbell River buildings have been nominated for top honours in the Seventh Annual Vancouver Island Real Estate Board Commercial Building Awards. The awards will be held Thursday, April 24, at the Coast Bastion Inn in Nanaimo. The four nominees are: Rose Harbour, 116 Dogwood Street, Timberline Village Shopping Centre, 801 Hilchey Road, Cornerstone Residences, 701 Merecroft Road and Target Renovation, 1324 Island Hwy. They are among 49 nominations for the event, which honours the best in commercial and indus-
“It’s been amazing to see the number of quality projects that have entered this year’s competition.” — Robert MacDonald trial building north of the Malahat on Vancouver Island. Re/Max Commercial is title sponsor of the event, with Coastal Community Credit Union and Colliers as Gold Sponsors. Category sponsors are DTZ Nanaimo, Invest Comox Valley, the Canadian Western Bank,
RBC Royal Bank, the Business Development Bank of Canada, Nanaimo Economic Development Corporation, MNP Chartered Accountants, BC Hydro and the Vancouver Island NewsMedia Group, a group of newspapers on the Island, that includes the Courier-Islander. “It’s been amazing to see the number of quality projects that have entered this year’s competition,” says Robert MacDonald, who is coordinating the event for Business Examiner Vancouver Island newspaper. “Last year was a complete sellout and had two more finalists, and early indications are this event will sell out very quickly.”
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Coastal Community Credit Union will be closing branches and ATMs in Alert Bay, Sointula and Cortes Island effective July 15. It will also be reducing the hours of operation of its Quadra Island branch. “We considered the impact to our members, employees and communities before making these difficult decisions,” said Adrian Legin, President and CEO of Coastal Community Credit Union. “While these were very difficult decisions, I’m confident the actions we’re taking are the right ones and in the best long-term interest of our 110,000 members and clients, and our organization as a whole,” Coastal Community says it will continue to support affect-
ed members through online, mobile and telephone banking, mobile specialist services, 24hour MemberCards, as well as in-branch support at any of their other 21 branch locations. “Coastal Community employees are committed to helping members through this transition. We’re working hard to make it as smooth as possible,” said Legin.
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Quote of the day: Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We are the change that we seek. Barack Obama
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Award nominations say a lot about our city There is something to be said about Campbell River having four buildings up for nomination for the Vancouver Island Real Estate Commercial Building Awards. The nominees are Rose Harbour, 116 Dogwood Street, Timberline Village Shopping Centre, 801 Hilchey Road, Cornerstone Residences, 701 Merecroft Road and the newly
renovated Target store at 1324 Island Hwy. There was a time not long ago when such a nomination would have been impossible, simply because there really wasn’t that much going on as far as building goes. It shows that things definitely are happening and the real news is that the four buildings do not include buildings under
construction now that will undoubtedly be a part of the awards in the future. Seymour Pacific, Berwick by the Sea and the Comfort Inn are at various stages of completion and will undoubtedly be ready for nominations next year at this time. And all of those buildings mentioned do not include the two major projects going on
now — the $1 billion John Hart Generating Station Replacement Project and the new hospital. Topping that off will be the city’s downtown revitalization plans which has intelligent and meaningful incentives for current and new investors and businesses. And did we mention the LNG plans at the old mill site?
>>Your Letters // email: editor@courierislander.com Marijuana should not be decriminalized, legalized In view of the ongoing discussions about the decriminalization, and ultimately the legalization of marijuana, I cannot help but see an important casualty in this battle that has received little attention: Young children. Children do not get to chose their parents, social standing, living conditions, food allocation, educational opportunities or personal safety boundaries to name just a few. Children are dependent on their parents and so it should be. Most parents try to nurture and provide for their children and generally will do what they can to see their children grow and be prepared to face the life ahead of them. What does this have to do with the marijuana issue? Well, quite frankly, a lot of people would have us believe that marijuana is a non-issue, a mere herb that some enjoy recreationally to deal with the stresses of life or just to enjoy a “natural wholesome high”. Proponents of the legalization of marijuana have been able to sell marijuana as something that should be embraced as progressive and its use should be left in the arena of personal choice, and certainly not be scrutinized by authorities. After all, it’s only pot and even political leaders have tried it. That may sound fine and it is working to sway the opinion of many to be sympathetic to the cause. This is, however, a poor representation of the complete picture. In my years in the field of law
enforcement I have yet to see the upside of marijuana use. Marijuana is addictive, impairing and expensive. The negative physiological impacts of the drug have been scientifically well documented and I am too familiar with its fallout in the lives of people, especially children. Many are helpless to escape the second-hand smoke that affects them. But that is just the beginning. Not only is their brain development negatively affected by the second-hand smoke, but they are lacking in the food department. It costs money, money that is not spent on groceries for the kids and consequently the little ones go without, or are stuck with poor nutrition.
And there is a dark upside to little Johnny not making it to the soccer field on a weekend morning because I would not want to see a stoned parent or caregiver operating a vehicle with him in it, something that happens often for some young ones. They can’t say “Hey, I don’t want to be in the car with you driving, your reactions and perceptions are off”. So the little ones soldier on. In my job, one of the most difficult things is to see children suffer for reasons far beyond their control. I have been to many houses where liquor and drug addiction have turned their home from a place of refuge and nurture into a place to be escaped and survived. Children deserve better.
To think that the tax revenue generated by legalizing marijuana will somehow outweigh the price paid by the children negatively impacted by yet another addictive impairing substance is brutal. For sure more people will smoke and become addicted to marijuana should it be legalized. This will mean that more children will be adversely affected. How good are the parenting skills of stoned adults? Probably not very. The old saying “ drugs are not bad because they are illegal, they are illegal because they are bad” has never been more true. From a police officer in B.C. name withheld by request.
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Campbell River Parkinson self help support group will be at 1:30pm at the Campbell River Baptist Church Hall Room 201. The guest speaker will be a dietician from Island Health. Newcomers are always welcome. For more info contact Pat @ 250-286-1354 Compassionate Friends monthly meeting will be held at Robron Centre, 740 Robron Rd. Campbell River. Meeting begins at 6:00 pm ** Note Time Change** For information or to talk please call Judy at 250-923-2485. CR Seniors Centre: Sportsplex. Open noon to 2:30pm. 250-9144401 Campbell River Toastmasters: 7pm to 8:30pm. CR Community Centre, Rm 1. For more information contact Sarah 250-830-3839. smkannspeak@gmail.com
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SATURDAY 12 SATURDAY Ocean Pacific Marine and Boat Show: 8am to 4pm. Discovery Harbour Marina and Shopping Centre. 102-1370 Island Hwy. For more information call 250-286-1011 or www.oceanpacificmarine.com Plant & Jumble Sale: 10am to 1pm. CR Community Centre. Bargains galore for your garden – plants, bulbs, seedlings. Also there will be homemade baking and concession. Island Voices Chamber Choir presents The Rhythm of Life, with
guest harpist, Roger Helfrick. 7pm, Maritime Heritage Centre, Campbell River. Tickets at CR Visitor Info Centre, Laughing Oyster & Blue Heron Books. Info CR 250-2853560, CV 250-871-6943. www. islandvoiceschamberchoir.bc.ca SUNDAY 13 SUNDAY Island Voices Chamber Choir presents The Rhythm of Life, with guest harpist, Roger Helfrick. 7pm. Comox United Church, 250 Beach St. Tickets at CR Visitor Info Centre, Laughing Oyster & Blue Heron Books. Info CR 250-285-3560, CV 250-871-6943. www.islandvoiceschamberchoir.bc.ca MONDAY 14 MONDAY Co-Ed Touch Rugby. Every Monday. 6:30pm at Southgate Middle School. Campbell River Athletic Association invites everyone ages 13+. All experience levels welcome. Free! CR Seniors Centre: Sportsplex. Open 11:30am to 2:30pm. 250-9144401 Sing For Pure Joy!: 3pm to 4:30 p.m. Quadra Community Centre. All voices welcome. Mary 250 285-3764. Therapeutic Relaxation Appointments: Every Monday. Come have a free relaxation treatment by trained hospice volunteers. This is for persons struggling with illness, grief or for the Caregiver. Appointments are available by appointment only at the Campbell River Hospice office, #104, 301 Dogwood St. Please call 286-1121 to book your spot
Advanced Care Planning Class. Session 1 ONLY. At the Library. 2pm to 4pm. Please call 250-287-3655 to reserve your space. Every Tuesday “Drop In Meditation” at Ocean Resort Oyster Bay, 7pm, all levels welcome, by $$ donations to the CR food bank. Info 250-792-3165 CR Seniors Centre: Sportsplex. Open Noon to 3pm. 250-914-4401
OPT (Options for Sexual Health) Drop in Clinic: 7pm to 9pm. At the Health Unit in the Tyee Plaza. Education & information on birth control and sexual health. Low cost birth control. All ages welcome. For more information contact 250 830-7603. Try Curling! Every Tuesday 3:30pm to 5pm is OPEN ICE at the Campbell River Curling Club, 260 Cedar Street, (on Dogwood next door to Steiner Bakery). Ernie Koizumi will be on hand to help you learn and get into the game. Everyone welcome and it is FREE! For more info, call Ernie 250.287.1706. Al-Anon: 7pm. Children’s Centre on Quadra Island. Anonymous 12-step programme for friends and families of alcoholics. For more info call Barb at 250-923-5537 or Judy at 250-923-1653. ONGOING ONGOING & UPCOMING
Campbell River Tourism AGM: 7pm. 375 S. Murphy St. All members and potential members welcome.
Habitat for Humanity: A team of dedicated fundraisers and public relations enthusiasts are needed to brainstorm fund raising ideas and opportunities in order to formulate and execute a PR/Fundraising plan for the next Campbell River build. A one year commitment is required. For more information call Volunteer Campbell River at 250-287-8111.
Myeloma Support Group meeting. Lunch 12:15pm; meeting 1:30pm Courtenay, Best Western Dining Room Patients, Caregivers and Friends welcome.
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1251 GALERNO RD. • $569,900
Ocean view - one of the finest in Campbell River. Sitting high on the ridge overlooking the City of Campbell River with 180 degrees of uninterrupted ocean view, this one is a keeper. These unique private properties rarely come on the market. With almost .40 of an acre this home has been exceptionally well kept. Upstairs features 2 bathrooms, 3 bedrooms, beautifully appointed kitchen with multiple skylights & floor to ceiling windows. The large, but cozy living room also features floor to ceiling windows. Cozy up to the fireplace & just gaze at the ocean view. With an open concept that includes an eating area in the kitchen as well as a formal dining room, you can have it all. This home is flooded with light; every room has exceptional windows. The post & beam vaulted ceilings have extensive upgraded insulation. Downstairs has a large family room with another fireplace, a rec room, den, laundry room, mud room, full bathroom & storage room. Amazing home & so affordable. MLS# 364688
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Saturday, April 12, 1:30-3pm Hosted by Kathryn Grant 291 ARIZONA • $349,900
HOUSE BEAUTIFUL $434,800
MOVE IN READY $279,800
LIKE NEW PATIO HOME $299,800
2 bedrm 2 bath detached patio home with a great room design, granite kitchen, 9 ft ceilings and many updates. Shows like new! 113-350 S. Island Hwy. #356729 29-3647 Vermont Dr. MLS# 366341
Fabulous home with an open plan ideal for entertaining. Gorgeous kitchen with island plus a nook, formal dining and living room. Master bedrm and den on the main with 2 more bedrooms up. Sought after Maryland 252 Virginia MLS# 370166 Estates
2 bedrm plus a den and a sunroom! This condo has an open concept with granite kitchen counters, a gas fireplace, ground level patio and an ocean view.
HIGHWAY ACREAGE $400,000
MOVE UP TO GEORGIA PARK • $544,900
LEGAL SUITE • $288,800
Build your equity with this home with a legal suite. Live up and rent out the basement and help cover your mortgage. 3 bedrooms up and 2 down. There’s a view too! 766 S. Alder MLS#363055
INVESTOR ALERT! $374,800
Previous development permit allowed for a AVAILABLE TO BUY OR LEASE phased project with 8 units but just one of $359,800 the duplexes has been built. Each unit has 4200 sq ft building with 200 amp Level 2.1 acre lot with frontage on Great ocean view with over 3900 sq ft of 2 bedrms/1 bath in about 900 square feet. service, mezzanine, office and possibly three roads including the Island living space on three levels. Gorgeous Great potential with this 0.358 acre site an overhead door. Locate your business Highway. Great exposure for your kitchen with family and living rooms on with lane access and some ocean view. business. Zoned Commercial 3. the main plus 4 bedrms. here! 681-9th Ave. MLS# 371133 Lot 1 Lambeth Rd. MLS # 365486 1651 Petersen Road MLS# 359191 663 Nelson Road MLS# 347906
GREAT FAMILY AREA • $379,800
Fabulous family home close to all levels of schooling, shopping and recreation. This 2 storey home has 4 bedrms up plus a bonus room. On the main floor there’s a gourmet kitchen with family and living rooms. Nicely landscaped, fully fenced and a great new home for your family.
SUITE ACREAGE $629,000
2.3 acre property with room for a shop or second home. The main house has plenty of room with 3 bedrooms up, a den plus a one bedroom suite and its close to the beach. 3780 S. Island Hwy. #339128 2060 College Dr. MLS# 3712216
SUMMER IN MARYLAND $399,800
AFFORDABLE LIVING • $127,500
Ideal investment or first home. 3 bedrm 2 bath townhouse with a nicely updated kitchen. Great location in the corner of the complex with storage shed and a fenced yard.
48-400 Robron MLS#357011
WANT TO TRADE? • $349,000
Bonus room rancher with over 1780 sq ft of living space. Nice open plan, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths including a fabulous ensuite with soaker tub and separate shower. Even a bit of an ocean view! MLS# 362155
Seller will consider trades for this house, acreage and shop on 3.1 acres. House is 2 bedrooms and the shop is over 1500 square feet. Development would allow up to 31 units on the property.
NEW LISTING 196 OREGON ROAD $127,800
775 Homewood Road MLS#347982
Fabulous lot in Maryland Estates! Bring your plan and get ready to build on this 0.20 acre lot (approx 75x120). It’s a great family neighbourhood and within walking distance to the beach. 316 Serenity MLS#358967 MLS# 371789
OPEN DESIGN • $314,900
Great room design with kitchen and eating bar open to the dining area 1500 sq ft 3 bedrm with construction. Great room design with master and the living and family rooms. and den on the main and 2 more beds an open floor plan. Lane bedrm plus a bonus room up. Yard access for future 1717 sq. ft. with 3 bedrooms and an access ideal for RV parking. shop. awesome ensuite.
NEW RANCHER • $264,900 2 storey plan similar to photo under
195 Greta Road MLS#368675
337 Virginia #368945
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Timberline’s Little Women set to open April 24
Plant, jumble sale Saturday will be jammed with everything garden, garage
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Some of the cast members in Timberline’s upcoming musical Little Women are from left Amy March (Taija Larmand), Beth March (Jessica Shillito), Jo March (Hayley Boyd), Marmee (Yolanda Holderness), Meg March (Kyla Sumner) and Jo March ( Kimberly Clark).
It’s one of Campbell River’s biggest treasure hunts at Campbell River’s annual Plant and Jumble Sale. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 12, the Community Centre gym will be jammed with everything garden and garage. “Campbell River’s annual Plant and Jumble Sale attracts many gardeners seeking plants, seeds, herbs, bulbs and even gardening magazines,” said program coordinator Linda Moore. “And there’s more. “The home baking table, hand quilted quilts, hand knit and crocheted blankets to hats, used books and puzzles as well as those jumble bargains.” Donations of second hand treasures, plants and silent auction new and nearly new items will be gratefully received at the Community Centre during the week of the sale April 7 to 11.
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2525 Milford Dr. 1976sqft 3bdrm 2 bath family home. Level lot, fenced and gated back yard. Lots of room for toys, trailers/RV and parking. Wood shed and outdoor shop. $324,900
2425 S. Island Hwy. 7840sqft oceanfront lot, 70ft of waterfront, prime location in Willow Point. Views across to Quadra Island, Discovery Islands. Build your dream home here! $550,000
3875 Discovery Dr. Private 1.8 acres, 260ft low-bank waterfront, 2000sqft oceanfront bungalow, mature landscaping. Build a new home on the ridge as 2 dwellings allowed. $1,197,500
204-169 S. Island Hwy. At the ocean’s edge! 1470sqft 2 bdrm, 2 bath, spacious, open layout, large patio. In a quiet, secure 19+ building, covered parking, minutes to town. $269,000
2313 Airport Way Hangar and shop facilities as well as office and residential space at the Campbell River Airport. Ideal for an aviation business or service. $225,000
Nesook Bay Oyster Farm Includes .25Ha 10-year Land Tenure, 15Ha 20-year Water Tenure, equipment and current growing stock. Water access from Moutcha Bay or Gold River. $70,000
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Get ready for another performance from Timberline Secondary. Based on Louisa May Alcott’s enduring classic, Little Women follows the beloved stories of the March sisters as they come of age in Civil War America. This timeless captivating story is brought to life in this glorious musical filled with personal discovery, heartache, hope and everlasting love. Tickets $12 (students, seniors), $15 (adults) can be purchased at the schools office or online @ www. sd72.bc.ca/school/timberline. The show runs April 24, 25 and 26 and then again on May 1, 2 and 3. Defiant and headstrong Jo, delicate Beth, sweet Meg, and petulant Amy will captivate you as they enchant the men in their lives. Each young woman with the guidance of their Marmee, seek to find their voice — just as this powerful score brings us the sounds of a young America finding its way in the new world.
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RECREATION
One family, two reasons for survey input “Fostering community partnerships such as these are so key to a healthy Campbell River” as investing in amazing projects for the next generation,” said Erin. “Another great example of this type of partnership is the new splash park, which brought together so many local groups (corporate sponsors, funding agencies, service clubs, city staff and volunteers) to complete a community project that is a free, accessible, recreational feature for our young families.” You can share your thoughts through the online survey — available on the City website www.campbellriver.ca until April 19. The recreation and culture service delivery survey asks questions about which kinds of services/programs/special events are important to the community, the locations and times that best enable participation, where citizens find information about these activities, how they would like to register and how the department can best support recreation needs in the community. For more information you can call the Recreation Department at 250-923-7911 or 250-286-1161.
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The Nowak family has two great reasons to make sure they participate in the City of Campbell River Recreation and Culture survey. The first reason is the family-friendly “five and under” programs. At home, the Nowaks regularly refer to the Recreation Guide to keep their energetic little girl busy with fun activities and interacting with other children. “The Family Gym program has saved us as parents, countless times, during our many rainy days,” said Erin. “And when our daughter was first born, Baby Time really helped me to transition to being a new parent and provided a relaxed environment to meet and learn from other new moms going through the same experiences with their newborns.” The second reason is that through her job as Manager of Greenways Land Trust, Erin partnered with the event experts in the City’s Recreation and Culture Department last year to host the Frogger 15. The fun run cele-
The Nowaks say participating in the recreation and culture survey helps build a great community. brated the 25-kilometre Greenways Loop around Campbell River and raised funds for the recreational route’s completion.
Building on last year’s success, the City and Greenways will host the second annual Frogger charity run this year on Sept. 20.
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Local Home improvement projects you might want to skip Upon buying a home, new homeowners understandably want to start making adjustments so the home is a more accurate reflection of who they are. Many of these adjustments are minor, but even minor changes here and there can give a home a whole new feel. While there are many ways a person can turn a home into their own unique oasis, some home improvement projects may not be worth the effort, especially when homeowners decide to sell. Some projects may prove a little too personal, making them less attractive to prospective buyers down the road. Though it’s within every homeowner’s right to make adjustments to their homes (as long as those adjustments are in adherence to local laws), the following projects might come back to haunt homeowners down the road. Sports Complex — Sports fans often dream of erecting a backyard basketball court or adding a tennis court to their property. But such projects are among the more expensive additions a homeowner can make to his or her property, costing more than popular projects like kitchen remodels or room additions. What’s more, real estate professionals note that homeowners can expect to recoup little, if any, of the cost of adding a basketball or tennis court to their properties at resale, while more popular projects tend to recoup a substantial amount of a homeowner’s initial investment. Luxury Shower — Installing a luxury shower, such as a multi-headed steam shower, can add a splash of A private tennis court resort-style luxury to your home, but it likely won’t add may prove unappealing to prospective home much to your sale price. Though costs for such addibuyers. tions can vary significantly depending on how grand you choose to go, real estate professionals warn that a luxury shower is unlikely to recoup much of its initial cost at resale. If you simply must give your bathroom a more luxurious look but still want to be a responsible homeowner, look for a low-cost addition. That can take some of the sting out of not recouping much of your investment at resale. Fully Furnished Home Office — More and more men and women are working from home, and some homeowners might feel that transforming a room in their home into a fully functional home office is a great investment. But some buyers might be turned off by a room that can no longer function as an extra bedroom. The cost of converting a home office into a more traditional bedroom may compel prospective buyers to keep looking or make a lower offer on your home. While a home office might be a good idea, avoid making an exclusive home office room during your renovation. Home Theater — Few homeowners would scoff at installing a home theater in their homes, but the impression of home theaters as a luxury only the super wealthy can afford might turn prospective buyers away from your home. Potential buyers may be impressed by a fully functioning home theater complete with surround sound, lighting, a big screen, and all the other fixings synonymous with home theaters, but when they go home to discuss their options, they may feel the home theater is a luxury they can live without and opt for a more affordable home without a theater instead. A dream home means different things to different people, so homeowners should keep in mind the reactions of potential buyers before adding too many personal accents and additions to their homes if they plan to sell down the line.
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North Island College and Timberline Secondary will open their shop doors for their first annual Education and Industry Expo Friday, April 11. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. students and community members are invited to explore locally available trades and technology education opportunities. Meet program instructors, visit the trade shops and try your hand at carpentry, industrial automation, robotics, welding, automotive, heavy duty mechanics, metal jewelry design, aircraft structures, hair styling and more. “Our regional economy is growing and we have the tools to get you into the right career,” said Patricia Rokosh, NIC’s Dean of Trades and Technology. “Our hope with the Edu-
cation and Industry Expo is to inspire students to start thinking about their interests and strengths and to possibly consider careers in trades and technology — if that is where their interests lie,” said Nevenka Fair, Assistant Superintendent for School District 72. Over 30 exhibitors from a variety of industries and trades will also be in attendance in the gymnasium to provide visitors with information about their organizations and the necessary skills, education and training required for their field. Confirmed exhibitors include: Step BC, North Island Employment Foundations Society (NIEFS), Catalyst Paper, ITA (Industry Training Authority), Discover Trades, Sanjel, ASTTBC, Go2, North Island College, IBEW 230, Del Rio Academy, RCMP,
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The City of Campbell River declared in 2007 that annually April 19 would be officially ‘Sybil Andrews Day’ in celebration of her birth in Bury St. Edmonds in 1898. This April 19 the community is invited to the Sybil Andrews Cottage, 2131 South Island Highway in Willow Point, between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. for tea, coffee and cake, hosted by the Campbell River Arts Council and the Sybil Andrews Heritage Society. Sybil Andrews is a community treasure. Andrews was a graduate of the Grosvenor School of Art in England, an institution world famous for its promotion of Futurism in the 1920s and 1930s. She was an early practitioner of linocut printing, a controversial medium cham-
pioned by the Grosvenor School. She moved with her husband Walter Morgan to Campbell River in 1947. She taught art and music in her home for 40 years. Today her linocut prints are sought after internationally and have reached record prices. The Sybil Andrews Cottage was the first property to be put on the Campbell River Heritage Registry and is managed today by the Arts Council. Local officials will be on hand and Ken Blackburn, Executive Director of the Arts Council, will give a short talk on Sybil’s art. The Annual Photo Show ‘Images of Home’ will be on display in the Cottage. Bring the family for some cake and conversation and to learn more about an international artist who made Campbell River her home.
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The Retirement Olympics Along with millions of Canadians I followed the Winter Olympics with great interest. In terms of medal count, Russia was tops. This is part of their legacy along with the unfathomable $51 plus billion they spent for the right to have games in the mother land. Canada managed third as the Own the Podium campaign and new events attracted 25 total medals. How would we fare if they held a Retirement Olympics? Interestingly, Natixis Global Asset Management released Murray Callaghan a report in February to that effect. Naturally, there is subjectivity to their analysis. Quality of Life Index- Overall we rank #14. We take top spots in well-being and air pollution but trail in biodiversity, habitat and climate change. The biggest change was in water quality falling from top spot to 27th. Health Index-Unchanged and in spot # 28. We rank #7 in Health Expenditures per capita and #14 for life expectancy. However, best to stay healthy as we are well back at #55 and #57 in hospital beds per capita and Physicians per capita. Material Well-Being-Ranking #25. I guess it depends who you talk to? Our income per capita ranks #13 while our unemployment sits at #64. The trade-off of living in such a vast land is regional disparity when it comes to work and pay. Finances in Retirement # 8. We’ve moved up from #17 but this is largely due to a new methodology to take government indebtedness into account. The rationale is that future funding is highly dependent upon not emptying the cupboards today. Overall, I’m inclined to think that Canada would receive a Silver Medal. Good in most areas but room for improvement. Who fared better? Eight of the 10 are from Europe including Switzerland, Norway, Austria, Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Finland and Luxembourg. Yes, we are ahead of the U.S. Ultimately, your medal is dependent upon your own circumstances and actions. If you are not sure how to achieve your personal best here’s the advice from the study. “It is becoming increas-
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I have sometimes lamented that the problem with life is not that we are not loved, but that we are not loved sufficiently. We all desire to be loved just a bit more than we currently are and perhaps appreciated a bit more for just how wonderful we think we are. But, in reality, we are loved perfectly by God. We shouldn’t expect so much from our fellow man; family and friends do their best to love and be loved in return, but we are not the best lovers. The prize for best lover clearly goes to God, who made each of us perfect in our own way, and who loves us despite our failings. And what is more, he made the ultimate sacrifice, humbling Himself to appear in human form, being born in the humblest of circumstances, and subsequently suffering an ignominious death usually reserved for the worst of criminals, and doing all of this to give us a good example and to atone for our sins. So rejoice in this best of news: you are infinitely loved! — Christopher Simon In this the love of God was made manifest among us, that God sent his only Son into the world, so that we might live through him. In this is love, not that we have loved God but that he loved us and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins. 1 John 4:9-10 UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA CAMPBELL RIVER An Inclusive Community Centered in Christ
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Sports
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Contact sports editor Ken Zaharia at 250-287-7464, ext. 228; or email sports@courierislander.com
FOOTBALL
Former Eagles, Wolves star off to Star Bowl KEN ZAHARIA COURIER-ISLANDER
It’s been quite the year on the gridiron for Campbell River’s Ryan Chickite. Chickite, who spent 10 years playing local football, first with the Campbell River Eagles and then with the Timberline Wolves, spent this past year in Nanaimo attending Vancouver Island University and playing for the Nanaimo Midget Redmen. The same Redmen who captured a Provincial championship back in December defeating the North Surrey Bears, 17-11, in the final. The win ended an 18-year Provincial championship drought for the Redmen organization. For his impressive efforts this past season Chickite was named the Redmen’s Most Outstanding Receiver. “Winning the BC championship with the Redmen was unreal. I will remember that day until the day I die,” said Chickite. “We often dressed injured players to meet the minimum roster count to avoid forfeiting most games. We were the underdogs, but every player played with heart, and it led us to victory. Our team was skilled, and we fought hard. The chemistry we built as a team definitely gave us an edge.” The football honours keep on being tossed Chickite’s way as he was recently chosen to play in the
Ryan Chickite at the Nanaimo Redmen awards ceremony with his Most Outstanding Receiver trophy.
Star Bowl - a game featuring the top midget football players in Football BC, making up two teams. The Star Bowl will take place on Saturday, April 12, at McLeod Athletic Park in Langley, at 5 p.m. “The Star Bowl practices the last couple of weeks have been very enjoyable,” said Chickite. “The practices consist of three hours, two a days, and are very well organized. The individual coaches have taught me a ton of information. “After bonding with my Star Bowl teammates that we hated during the regular season over the past couple weeks of practice, we have finally built chemistry and are ready to play.” Chickite said he’ll always remember his playing days in Campbell River. They helped build a foundation that led to his success this past season and he hopes for many more to come. “I have plenty of coaches to thank for their inspiration over the past few years,” said Chickite. “I used to be the shorter kid on the team back in the day, but I have always remembered being taught to use my height to my advantage. It’s about using what you have to your advantage. “I plan to attend the VI Raiders (junior football) spring camp this year. And I will take my football career as far as I can take it.”
ROAD RACE
Over 300 runners take part in the 25th Merville 15K COURIER-ISLANDER
The seventh race in the Frontrunners Island Race Series – the 25th Annual Merville 15K – took place Sunday under perfect conditions. The race was hosted by the River Runners and had 310 finishers. Series leaders Derek Vinge and Claire Morgan repeated their wins from the Comox Valley RV Half Marathon two weeks ago. Vinge, from the Comox Valley Road Runners, won in 50:09. Nick Walker (Frontrunners Athletic Club) came second in 50:39 and third was Shane Ruljancich (Prairie Inn Harriers) in 52:02. Hugh Trenchard was the top Master finishing in 53:37. Morgan (Prairie Inn Harriers) was the clear victor in the women’s race – finishing in 56:43. Second was Jill Ramstead (CeeVacs Running Club) in 59:57 and third was Cheryl Davies
The seventh race in the Frontrunners Island Race Series – Merville 15K – took place yesterday under perfect conditions. The race was hosted by the River Runners and had 310 finishers.
(Bastion Running Club) in 1:02:09. Davies was the top female Master. “Numbers were down a little from last year but the runners enjoyed fabulous racing conditions,” said River Runners Race Director, Linda Nagle “The duel between Derek Vinge and Nick Walker was won by Vinge beating Walker by 30 seconds and improving on Walker’s 2013 time by three seconds.” There was one new course record – Roslyn Smith in the W65-69. She finished in 1:09:33 beating the old record by over five minutes. Prairie Inn Harriers lead the Island Series club standings with 3,047 points, with Comox Valley Road Runners second (2,415) and Bastion Running Club third (1,920). Eight races make up the Frontrunners Island Race Series. The final race – Sooke River 10K – takes place next Sunday, April 13.
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Sports Scoreboard Send us your scores, standings and photos. Email to sports@courierislander.com
8-Ball
Campbell River 8-Ball Association: ‘A’ Division P Team Pt 1 Eagles Oldtimers 78 2 Pier Street Bullys 72 3 Elks Elkoholics 67 4 Eagles Rockers 59 5 Eagles Breakers 58 6 Eagles Talons 54 7 Freddie's Tequila Shooters 35 8 Eagles Navigators 26 ‘B’ Division 1 Quinsam Sticks & Stones 70 2 JJ’s Exotic Shots 64 2 Quinsam Q’s 63 4 Elks-EZ United 57 5 Freddie's Leftovers 56 6 Eagles Sitting Ducks 49 7 Quinsam Stick Ticklers 48 8 Pier Street Pocket Divas 46 ERO’s - Jim Paul 3; Bill Giesbrecht, Kevin Olsen, Steve Denroche, Gerry Davis, Gary McKenzie, Wayne Garbe, Gene Kawano, Andy Paul Sr., Richard Baeuker 1
DARTS
Monday Night Darts League: Ladies Team G F A Curling Club #1 24 179 127 C.R. Legion 24 177 117 Curling Club #2 24 174 120 Elks #2 24 162 144 Elks #1 25 152 156 Quinsam #1 24 145 149 Quinsam #2 24 129 179 Eagles 24 129 189 Willows Pub 24 114 180 Highs High Scores - Tracy Scaife 135; Nicole Sumner 133; Sharon Sanford 127;
Wendy Williams 124; Dorothy Swift 121; Sharon Sanford, Jane Hilchey 120; Becky Godfrey 118; Dorothy Swift 111; Laura Ramm 110; Jean Thompson 101 High Outs - Leslie Super 86 140’s - Christina Martin 1 Games Elks #2 10 Quinsam #2 4 Curling Club #1 9 Willows 5 Quinsam #1 8 Elks #1 6 Curling Club #2 8 CR Legion 6 Mens Quadra Legion 25 196 104 Freddie's Pub #1 25 187 113 Curling Club 24 159 129 Elks #1 25 154 146 Elks #2 23 144 131 Riptide Pub #2 24 140 148 Eagles 25 136 164 Willows Pub 23 133 143 Riptide Pub #1 25 108 192 Freddie's Pub #2 25 106 193 Highs High Scores - Dave Comeau 136; Don Tweed 125; Andy Holmes 120 High Outs - Darcy Starchuk 101; Steve McQuorcodale 98; Dave McKirgan 96; Mal Gilette, Ken Minaker 74 140’s - Wayne Garbe 2; Rick Yarjau, Colin Winterburn 1 Games Freddie’s #2 10 Riptide #1 2 Freddie’s #1 7 Riptide #2 5 Quadra Legion 7 Willows 5 Elks #1 6 Curling Club 6 Eagles 6 Elks #2 6
BOWLING
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Thursday Golden Crystals Seniors League: P Team T 1 Octopi 17
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Axolotl 15 Mermaids 14 Starfish 13 Stingrays 12 Orcas 11 Sand Dollars 10 Sea Lions 8 Team Highs Points Over Series Average - Axolotl +206 Scratch Game - Starfish 906 Scratch Series - Axolotl 2,648 Individual Highs Scratch Series - Men - Tino Milan 665; Women - Gail Shillito 586 Scratch Game - Men - Tino Milan 263; Women - Joan LaTrace 255 Pins Over Average Game - Men - Ed Miskey +82; Women - Joan LaTrace +100 Pins Over Average Series - Men - Tino Milan +86; Women - Shirley McKeever +94
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Monday Nite Men’s 10 Pin League: P Team W T 1 Leeson Lake 25 594 2 Storey Creek Golfers 9 589.5 3 CR Bowling Centre 19 586.5 4 Alley Cats 18 571.5 5 Boston Pizza Brutes 26 561.5 6 Clippers 11 445 Team Highs Scratch Game - Leeson Lake 760 Handicap Game - Leeson Lake 921 Scratch Series - Leeson Lake 2,079 Handicap Series - Leeson Lake 2,562 Individual Highs Scratch Game - Ken Enns 224 Handicap Game - Ken Enns 253 Scratch Series - Ray Stormo 586 Handicap Series - Ray Stormo 697 Tuesday Mixed Lunch Bunch League: P Team Q T 1 Quinsam Auto 437 732.5 2 Nesbitt Island Coffee 346 633.5
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Lane Divas 344.5 581 Heavy Balls 338.5 553.5 Steve Marshall Ford 308 554 Island Fever Travel 307 604.5 Leftys 290 550.5 Odd Balls 264.5 491.5 Team 10 249 295.5 BowlMates 235.5 516 Team Highs Game - Nesbitt Island Coffee 661 Series - Nesbitt Island Coffee 1,915 Individual Highs Scratch Series - Men - Alan Bradshaw 534; Women - Lillian Twells 457 Handicap Series - Men - Alan Bradshaw 669; Women - Lillian Twells 670 Scratch Game - Men - Alan Bradshaw 210; Women - Elsie Pickering 162 Handicap Game - Men - Alan Bradshaw 255; Women - Joan Berkenstock 234 Tuesday Night Mixed League: *Quarter winners P Team Q T 1 King Pins* 51 258 2 The B.U.F.F.’S* 35 243 3 EZDUZIT 44 235 4 Buckin Awesome 53 227 5 Screaming Eagles* 28 218 6 U.K. Plus 21 194 7 Ryan’s Pizzeria 37 186 8 Momma and the Cubz 30 46 Team Highs Scratch Game - Buckin Awesome 820 Scratch Series - Buckin Awesome 2,388 Handicap Series - Ryan’s Pizzeria 3,224 Handicap Game - Ryan’s Pizzeria 1,186 Individual Highs Scratch Series - Men - Robert Rodgers 600; Women - Rhonda Lambert 541 Handicap Series - Men - Mathew Iskierski 749; Women - Rhonda Lambert 722 Scratch Game - Men - Robert Rodgers
214; Women - Rhonda Lambert 215 Handicap Game - Men - Mathew Iskierski 269; Women - Linda Brooks 280 Congratulations - Linda Brooks bowled a 200 game (203), seniors 180 game (203); Rhonda Lambert bowled a 500 series (541); Eilene May bowled a seniors 50 POA game (170), 400 series (416), seniors 145 game (170); Mark Hallam bowled a seniors 180 game (182); Mathew Iskierski bowled a 125 POA series (512), 500 series (512); Bill Schoen bowled a seniors 180 game (183) Friday Night Mixed League: P Team Q T 1 Aspareiguess 151 551.5 2 Alvin & The Chipmunks 140.5 524.5 2 Bowlderdash 140.5 512 4 Whatever Works 133.5 510 5 C&C 126 497.5 6 Az-Tec 119 507 7 CR Business Centre 106.5 433 8 Lucky 7’s 91 496.5 Team Highs Scratch Game - Whatever Works 729 Scratch Series - Alvin & The Chipmunks 2,113 Handicap Game -Alvin & The Chipmunks 908 Handicap Series - Alvin & The Chipmunks 2,689 Individual Highs Scratch Game - Men - Hogie McCrae 234; Women - Leona Williams 202 Handicap Game - Men - Alvin Hobenshield 261; Women - Marian Atkinson 234 Scratch Series - Men - Hogie McCrae 582; Women - Marian Atkinson 559 Handicap Series - Men -Alvin Hobenshield 709; Women - Marian Atkinson 685
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Bob Carter is back doing what he does best - winning. The man with his name on many Storey Creek trophies, including several times on the annual Storey Creek Men’s Labour Day Open, won the opening Men’s Club night Wednesday with an even par 36. One shot back at 37, in second place, was Gord Grubisich. Rob Jones led the first field of the season of the high side with a 37, Brock Thompson was runner-up at a 43. Jim Dickson won the low net low side with a 32.5. Murray Markel came in with a superb 29 to win low net. New Storey Creek Men’s Night sponsor, The Eagle 97.3 FM, won the team game with Scott Maga, Greg Hartle, Dale Preston and Murray Markle on board. Another new sponsor Jim’s Clothes Closet came in second and Shoppers Drug Mart was third. John McCormac won the KP on No. 7, with Geoff Hancock winning the Chinook Scaffold long drive on No. 8 and Greg Hartle winning the Coastal Eyecare long drive on No. 6. Newcomer Jaice Granson found out the hard way what it’s like to win the now infamous Coastal Mountain Fuel Explosion on No. 9. Campbell River Athletics’ Kayla Lund, 11, sidesteps a Castaway-Wanderer tackler in an all-Island girl’s match Sunday, at Shawnigan Lake.
Check out the Mini Rugby Jamboree Sunday COURIER-ISLANDER
Campbell River Athletic Association’s Mini Rugby Players (U8-U12) had an excellent all-Island Jamboree at Shawnigan Lake School on Sunday. “This is the biggest mini rugby event of the year and to have Campbell River well represented in all age divisions makes our club very proud,” said club president Erin Young. “We have so many talented players and it is a great venue to showcase our skills.”
The club will host the Cowichan Piggies and the Comox Kickers in the final mini Jamboree of the season this Sunday at Willow Point Park starting at 10:30 a.m. Interested families are encouraged to check out the action and ask questions about the sport. This particular age group wraps up the 2013/14 season after but the club may run drop-in touch rugby over the late spring to early summer to keep skills and fitness sharp and to introduce the sport to new players as the
fall season kicks off in late August. “Rugby is excellent for promoting all-around fitness, gender equality, meeting new friends, and displaying respect in sport,” said Young. “It is one of the most affordable local sports and the opportunities to develop local talent can potentially lead a Campbell River athlete all the way to the Olympics, as Rugby 7s will be introduced in 2016 in Rio.” For more info call 250-202-7642, or check out the club website at www. campbellriverrugby.webs.com.
Seniors’ darts zone playdowns this Saturday The BC Seniors Games, North Island Zone darts playoffs run Saturday, April 12, 9 a.m. start at the Filberg Centre in Courtenay. Contact Fred or Ginny at 250-3344334 for full info. Comox Legion’s Eighth Annual Memorial Tournament hits the toe line April 26. Deadline Friday, April 25, you can reserve a spot by calling 250-339-2112 or 250-339-9592.
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Campbell River Women’s Hockey League would like to thank the following sponsors for our annual Year End Tournament. Thanks to everyone for making it another huge success! 99.7FM The River Action Source for Sports C.R. Health & Drug Store Campbell River Hyundai Campbell River Maternity Clinic Cermaq Discovery Passage Dental & Implant Centre D’Lish Soaps Dolphins Resort Finning Ltd. Gourmet Essentials H&R Block Hair Squared Industry Hair & Body Care Interfor Janet Super - Artist Katie’s Rice Box Keep Your Shirt On Kidz Connection KiKi’s Printing Little Gracie’s Creations Baby Boutique & Hair Accessories Marie Cristine Jewelry Olive Me Accessories Panago Pizza Papa Murphy’s
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And special thanks to the Cameryn’s Cause fundraisers for keeping us responsible.
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Flowers are blooming and the weather’s improving – sure signs for golfers to swing into savings with the BC Lung Association’s Golf Privilege Club® Membership Book. “Our membership book saves golfers hundreds of dollars for less than the price of one round of golf. It’s also a great way for golfers to pay less and play more while supporting the Lung Association’s work to improve lung health in British Columbia,” says Sharon Korol, BC Lung Association Volunteer Director for Campbell River. For only $35, the membership book entitles golfers to discounts at more than 120 courses across BC and Washington State. All proceeds go to BC Lung Association’s various programs and services. Save on golf while supporting the one in five British Columbians living with breathing problems. Visit www.golfandsave.ca or call 1-800-665-5864. For more than 100 years, the BC Lung Association has been the voice and primary resource for lung health in Canada. Founded to fight tuberculosis, the
Sharon Korol, BC Lung Association volunteer director for Campbell River, is encouraging local golfers to pick up a Golf Privilege Club Membership Book, a great way to enjoy golf savings while supporting the Lung Association’s work to improve lung health. BC Lung Association today fights lung disease in all its forms, with special emphasis on tobacco control, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, environmental health and air quality. A non-profit, non-governmental organization, the BC Lung Association acts as an educational resource for the general public as well as those living with respiratory conditions.
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Campbell River Judo Club members attending the Victoria competition included, back left, Kylee Doherty, Tommy Pfiefer, Owen Wellard, Jacob Doherty, Anthony Henry, Haley Henry, Jamiliya Wellard and Jake Misky. Middle left, Ben Lauder, Abigail Sheehan, Olivia Sheehan, Fergus Girvin, Grady Allingham, Jordann Warner and Wyatt Huggins. Front left, Marcus Petersen, Ethan Crowhurst, Kate Lauder, Zachary Penhall, Luke Penhall, Joshua Lee, Brody Warner and Lane Huggins. Missing is Kacee Stranaghan.
Judo club shines at Victoria event COURIER-ISLANDER
The Campbell River Judo Club (CRJC) attended a shiai (kendo matches) in Victoria and had great success. Twenty four Campbell River competitors attended earning 10 gold, six silver and eight bronze medals. All the coaches efforts were evident as many of our competitors showed good technique. The white and white/ yellow ranks (ages 6-9) showed their superior skills by trying to throw
their opponents rather than simply pushing and pulling them to the mats. Kacee Stranaghan and Joshua Lee, two products of the CRJC’s Young Judoka program had a great match against each other carrying a furious pace that was unmatched the whole day. The CRJCS’s higher ranking members also put in a great effort. Wyatt Huggins led the way and was explosive in winning all three of his matches. Huggins throws were
Club’s Spring Market and Craft Fair fundraiser May 3 Whether you are looking for a unique gift for your mom for Mother’s Day or something for yourself, a friend or family member you will be sure to find it at the Campbell River Judo Club Spring Market and Craft Fair which is being
held on Saturday, May 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 450 Merecroft St. in the CR Judo facility. There are also wonderful prizes for the ‘Toonie’ raffle draw. This event is a fundraiser for the CR Judo Club, come out and support
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Saturday & Sunday - May 10th & 11th 10am-3pm at Timberline School. Camp cost is only $50 and includes a camp jersey! Register for the season at the same time and get a $25 discount! BC Lions players Korey Williams and Whitman Tomusiak as well as players and coaches from the Vancouver Island Raiders will be in attendance.
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powerful, well timed, and all full point Ippon scores. All members turned in gutsy performances and exhibited CRJC’s famous sportsmanship. Many thanks to CRJC’s instructors David Crowhurst, Chris Petersen, Jason Wellard, Volker Pfiefer, Bruce Henry and Darcy Yule. For information on how you can join the Campbell River Judo Club please visit them on Facebook or at www. crjudoclub.com.
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PARA SKIING
Pemble a double gold medalist at Westerns izational support of the racers’ friends and family members,” said VISAS race team coach Jen Bowlby. “A special thanks goes to team volunteer parents Linda and Oscar Grubweiser and Rachel Pemble, and VISAS head coach Tom Clark. The team gratefully acknowledges the fantastic support they receive from Mount Washington Alpine Resort where they train every Sunday.” VISAS is always interested in hearing from potential racers who would benefit from ski improvement opportunities or lessons through the Vancouver Island Society for Adaptive Snowsports. Visit www.visasweb. ca or its Facebook page for more information.
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The Western Canadian Para Alpine Championships took place on Panorama Mountain, March 13-16. For the Vancouver Island Society of Adaptive Snowsports (VISAS) this was their first race of the season as a team and by far the furthest the team has ever been. “After a long, eventful journey through breathtaking scenery,” said VISAS alpine ski racer Melle Pemble, “where we saw a lone wolf, which is supposed to be very lucky, and narrowly missing three big-horned sheep that sprang out from nowhere, we arrived at last, driving up the long twisting road to Panorama.” Fresh from the “Building Our Best” camp the VISAS race team was raring to go. On camp days the team of three skiers and one snowboarder were out early training in both Slalom and Giant Slalom (GS). “The Rocky Mountains were truly majestic,” added Pemble, “and racers came from far and wide, the furthest being from New Brunswick.” The regional teams had two days of racing alongside the
Vancouver Island Society of Adaptive Snowsports members at the 2014 Western Canadian Para Alpine Championships on Panorama Mountain. Provincial BC and Alberta Teams. “It was super to ski and train with them all,” said Pemble. “As a team we have endless laughter and create everlasting memories and friendships. We are so looking forward to our next adventure together.”
Three VISAS racers were on the podium with Pemble taking gold in Slalom and gold in GS, Joe Grubweiser with silver in both Slalom and GS, and Ron Greenhorn winning bronze in both events. Bazz Petropoulos, VISAS snowboard racer, completed the GS on a very challenging course.
VISAS’s race team would like to thank the following major sponsors: Ski Tak Hut, Dr. Colleen Clancy and Thrifty Foods (downtown Courtenay store) for their support. “We also would have never made the journey to Panorama without the financial and organ-
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Strathcona Nordics racers and their families are shoveling for next ski season. They are working hard to bag SkyRocket to help your flower garden or lawn grow. Strathcona Nordics will be selling the high-nitrogen fertilizer for $5/30 litre. On Saturday, April 19, the Nordics will be selling bags of SkyRocket in the parking lot at Shar-Kare in Campbell River. SkyRocket compost is a high-nitrogen soil amendment, made of wood chips mixed with biosolids (which are cured, screened, and tested by provincial and federal regulatory bodies). SkyRocket is a nutrient-
rich mulch for use in large-scale landscaping and orchards or in residential flower gardens and lawns. On Saturday you won’t even have to get out of your car to make your purchase. You can drive up in the parking lot, place your order for one or more bags, pay, and the team will load the bags into your trunk or truck for you. The sale runs from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. or until supplies last at Shar-Kare at 950 Ironwood Road, Campbell River. All profits will go to support the youth and teen racing teams. You can learn more about the Strathcona Nordics on their website StrathconaNordics.com.
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CR Storm Jr. Hockey
Coulson McCartney
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Boardwalk
Doug Campbell
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Action Source for Sports
Jordam Almer
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West Coast Pro Am Consulting
Clinton Nelson
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Strathcona Falling Ltd.
Will McLean
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Travelodge
Matthew Block
6
Island Alternative Repairs Ltd.
Jalen Price
8
Capacity Forest Management Ltd.
Liam Rivett
6
Andrew Rivett Royal Lepage
Ryan Newton
7
Robert's Lake Resort Ltd.
Brendan Almer
9
West Coast Pro/Am Consulting
Seth Parker
8
Investors Group
Tyler Wingert
8
Fitness Etc.
Matthew Ubriaco
10
Panago
Olivia Knowles
9
Timberwest
Aidan Willis
9
Ironside Contracting
Nolan Corrado
12
Safety Net Security
Lukas Lund
10
Alder Medical Clinic
Ryder Plecas
10
Dr. Kevin Lathangue Dogwood Dental Centre
Riley Billy
16
Spinners Sports
Braydon Kratzmann
16
Dr. Mike Finn
Menoa Brennan
11
Bailey Western Star
Davis Frank
18
C.R. Gear Services Ltd.
Jaxon Ward
17
Camp Homewood
Tyler Jochimski
12
GFY Transport
Owen Parker
19
Investors Group
Damian Rennie
18
Bob’s Flooring Canada
Sam Blackmun
14
Dr. Cory Seebach, Beyond Beautiful Smiles
Sam Ellis
31
Rimfire Construction
Owen Boyd
19
Co Gen Mechanical
Aiden Watson
15
Watson Ventures Ltd.
Noah Fladager
55
E & B Helicopters Ltd.
Dominik Bellefleur
31
Booster Juice
Josh Martin
16
CR Fish Co.
Evan Fox
66
Tees Kiddle Spencer
Matthew Leard
55
Island Overhead Doors
Brady Estabrook
19
Eve Sort Ltd.
Bryce Narhi
71
Ripple Rock Repairs Ltd.
Nicholas Ordano
66
Redden Net
Cole Dumont
20
C.R. Granite Works Inc
Josh McKenzie
87
Way West Water Taxi
Bryce Turko
71
Interfor
Owen Lagos
21
Stephen Grant, Royal Le Page
Grady Robertson
88
Strathcona Gardens Skate Sharpening
Jacob Hartley
88
Cliff Star - Remax
Cameron Vaughan
31
Alpine Gas
River Fahey
91
Headquarters Hair Studio
Tyler Dickson
91
Blackfish Silviculture Ltd.
KLP Construction Pee Wee A Tyees BC Championships Tier 2. House Division Sponsors for 2013/2014 Thank you to Seymour Pacific Developments for sponsoring this year’s raffle ticket production. We acknowledge the financial assistance of the Province of British Columbia.
CRMHA would also like to say “Thank you” to Warren Andrews and The 99.7 The River crew! —
Name
Sponsor
Pre-Novice
Tim Hortons Timbits Hockey
Novice
Dodge Caravan
Atom
McDonald's Canada
Pee Wee
Billings Plumbing Ltd.
Bantam
Royal Canadian Legion #137 — Ladies Auxiliary
Midget
Scotiabank
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No.1 Autobody Midget A Tyees Name Riley Mathieson
# 1
Player Sponsor Funtastic Gymnastics
Nathan Hoff
3
Island Fever Travel
Brayden McCartney
4
Vancouver Island Insurance Centres
Matt Barker
6
A and L Management
Cole Rennie
7
Mackie Research Capital Corporation
Tyson Dumont
8
Acropolis Kuizina
Gage Crawford
9
Work World Tyee Plaza
Rio Massee
10
Aquatech West
Deion Thompson
12
RT International
Keaton Dion
16
Windsor Mill Sales
Darian Swift
18
Kal Tire
Tyson Gobel
19
Panago
Nic Kirchner
31
Willow Point Appliances
Jake Mckenzie
55
Campbell River Glass
Travis Goodwin
71
Billings Plumbing
Marcellus Wilson
91
Quinsam Crossing Shell
Kalem Penner
66
Coastline Mazda
Campbell River Bantam Hurricanes
Bantam C2 Division Champions.
Mainstream Biological Consulting Pee Wee B Tyees Name
#
Player Sponsor
Jared McAneeley
1
Acupuncture & Body Care
Riory Young
3
Uncle Gary
Kyle Billy
4
Spinners Sports
Gordon Ludvigson
7
Highland Engineering & Surveying
Hayden Campbell
8
Urban Dance Connection
Ethan Mainprize
9
CR Veterinary Hospital
Tyler Downey
10
Dr. Mike Finn
Cole Devlin
12
Coast Forest Industries
Dakota Sinclair
16
Ron May @ Bill Howich
Kayle Majic
17
Sticks Nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Stones Nursery
Ridge Rosa
19
R-4 Mechanical
Jayce Hudak
31
Boston Pizza
Nathan Lagos
55
Brown's Bay Packing
Robert Gurney
66
Little Caesars Pizza
Austin Gurney
71
Napa Autoparts
Tanner Swift
87
Kal Tire
Jordan Baker
88
Baker Construction Ltd.
Luka Kellerhals
91
Quadra Island Medical Clinic
Campbell River Sharks were the winners of the CR Annual Midget House Tourney in November 2013. Rehn Enterprises Atom A Tyees Name
#
Player Sponsor
Josh Doherty
1
JCB Trucking
Ian Mills
2
Tyee Chevrolet Buick GMC
Cameron Stover
3
All In One Party Shop
Alex Movold
4
Gordstan Contracting Ltd.
Jacob Thomas
5
Blue Thunder
Breydan Riecker
7
Full Phase Forest
Wyatt Dumont
8
Discovery Diesel
Ethan Vaton
9
Dr. Mike Finn
Evan Billard
10
Grieg Seafood
Bryce Idiens
11
DKS Industries
Nolan Wyatt
14
Interfor
Markus Cross
15
Penner Auto & Marine
Jacob Obuck
17
Brown's Bay Packing
Brian Majic
18
Associated Tire
Brett Ruehlen
19
Shoreline Othodontics
Ashton Birchard
20
CR Door Services
Marcus Shankar
31
Willows Market
t s with a portion of the donations tha Here are some of the pre-novice kid Services Homelessness Outreach ly mi Fa er Riv l bel mp Ca for ted lec they col help toiletries as well as warm socks will Program. The donations of various l River. people who are homeless in Campbel
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ENTERTAINMENT
Johnson to join CR Singers COURIER-ISLANDER
Campbell River Singers annual Spring Concert, “Springtime on the River”, will be held at St.Peter’s Anglican church on Sunday April 27 at 2 p.m. This year, the Singers are pleased to announce that local musical phenomenon Carter Johnson, student of Shelley Roberts, will be joining them as their special guest.
Carter, 17, is recognized internationally as a pianist of great artistic integrity. His long list of achievements includes second prize in the Julia Crane International Piano Competition in New York, Second Place in the CFMTA Young Artist’s Piano Competition in Regina, the special Baroque and chamber music prizes in the CFMTA competition, a Gold Medal from the Royal Conservatory in Elementary Piano
Pedagogy, the BCRMTA Gold Award in Community Service, and numerous winnings at other provincial and national festivals. The Singers look forward to presenting their audience with a great selection of pieces that you are sure to enjoy. There will be something for everyone, from easy jazz to My Fair Lady. Tickets are available from choir members or at the door. Adults $15, students and seniors $12.
Carter Johnson enjoys an ovation during a performance in New York.
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COMMUNITY UPDATE APRIL 9, 2014
301 St. Ann’s Road Campbell River, BC V9W 4C7 Telephone: 250-286-5700 info@campbellriver.ca www.campbellriver.ca
• Lifeguards - Outdoor Pool • Development Officer • Auxiliary Labourers Visit the “employment” section at: www.campbellriver.ca
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Recreation and Culture Department
Wants to hear from...
You!
Do you want more choices for recreation programs?
Are program times and locations, registration options and advertising methods working for you? Are we offering opportunities for all ages, stages and abilities? Share your ideas and be entered to win a GoPro, a one year fitness pass, or one of many locally sponsored gifts/ certificates. Survey is available online from April 6 – 19
Plant & Jumble Sale Saturday April 12 10am - 1pm
Community Centre, 401 - 11th Avenue Bargains galore for your garden — plants, bulbs, seedlings. Rummage through the JUMBLE for recycled treasures. Homemade baking and concession.
www.campbellriver.ca
Help us make our programs bettter for you!
Feature Film: Truck Farm An evening about energy conservation, urban agriculture, food security, waste reduction, composting, water quality and so much more!
Recreation and Culture Department, C.R. Community Centre 250-286-1161 A fundraiser for 50+ Active Living and Specialized Recreation Programs
Winner of Numerous Awards “Truck Farm represents the wild world of urban agriculture as told through the journey of a 1986 Dodge pickup that has been transformed into a rolling garden.” - Ian Cheney, filmmaker
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STOP IN FOR THESE GREAT SAVINGS!!!
1 0 0 % L O C A L LY O W N E D & O P E R AT E D GRIMMS
FRESH
CHICKEN BREASTS
OLD FASHIONED HAM
Bone-In. $7.69 kg
SLiced or Shaved.
$ 49
$ 49
3
LB
1
100 g
PORKLOIN CHOPS Boneless. All Cuts. $7.69 kg
3
$ 49 LB
FA S T F R I E N D LY S E R V I C E W I T H A S M I L E ! LOCAL GROWN
LONG ENGLISH CUCUMBERS
99
¢ EA
BC GROWN
TOMATOES on the VINE $3.28 kg
1
$ 49 LB
CALIFORNIA
CELLO HEAD LETTUCE
99
¢ EA
F R E S H Q U A L I T Y P R O D U C T S E V E R Y D AY ! DEMPSTERS SIGNATURE
BREAD
TREE ISLAND
GOURMET YOGURTS
WHITE or 100% WHOLE WHEAT. 600 g Loaf
Assorted. 500 g Ctn.
$
$
2/
6
2/
7
FAITH FARMS
CHEESE Assorted. 400 g Brick
4
$ 99
G O T O D I S C O V E RY F O O D S . C A T O V I E W O U R W E E K LY A D Willow Point Store
2273 South Island Highway Campbell River, B.C. V9W 1C4 (The Village)
Prices Effective April 9 - April 12, 2014 Open 7 Days a Week 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Some limits may apply. HST, deposit and recycle fees where applicable.
Oyster River Store
2207 Glenmore Road Campbell River, B.C. V9W 3S4 (at Oyster River Bridge)