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CALL TO THE HALL: Members of the 1997 Allan Cup Canadian champion Powell River Regals, including [from left] Rick McLaren, Tod English and Rod Jamieson, will be inducted into the BC Hockey Hall of Fame at a ceremony in Penticton on July 28. ALICIA BAAS PHOTO

BC Hockey Hall of Fame adds Regals Provincial sport organization announces induction of 1997 Allan Cup championship team SHANE CARLSON shane@prpeak.com

Powell River Regals, a team with a rich history including four national championships and numerous provincial ti-

tles, will enter the BC Hockey Hall of Fame for its 1997 Allan Cup Canadian championship.

At a press conference held at Rogers Arena in Vancouver on Tuesday, January 17, the hall of fame announced its selections of individuals and/or teams for induction in 2017.

The 1997 Regals are one of seven honourees chosen to join the hall.

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“There are people who were involved with that team, on and off the ice, who should be very proud: players, executive members, wives, girlfriends, parents, fans, the entire community,” said English. “Most of all, I’m proud that it was primarily a local team, which was unprecedented for senior hockey; 20 years later we’re being recognized, it’s like a win that keeps winning.”

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part of the club’s Hardy Cup national championship in 1970, said English.

“It was a testament to the hockey evolution and striving to be excellent in those early years, the ’60s and ’70s,” said English. “We became a product of good coaching and mentoring; a lot of Powell River kids ended up staying here because of that.”

English admitted the induction selection came as a surprise, even though the hall contacted the club in 2014 about an application sent in by local resident and former Peak sports reporter Glen Gibbs.

“It wasn’t initiated though our club; we were third-party nominated,” said English.

“I had forgotten all about it.”

Gibbs, who covered the Regals as a sportswriter for more than a decade, initiated the process in 2007, one year after the team won its third Allan Cup. “For the first three years afterward I called and asked about the submission; it took a long time,” said Gibbs. “Then two years ago they called and said we were on a shortlist.”

More information was requested and added to the submission. Originally, Gibbs concentrated on the Regals organization as a whole, but the hall’s nomination selection committee showed particular interest in the 1997 team.

“We narrowed it down to the fact that the 1997 team had 17 local players and 24 from BC, so it was a natural fit,” said Gibbs.

According to hall of fame executive director Bruce Judd, the history of the team and additional information provided by Gibbs were major factors in garnering attention, but the 1997 team stood out.

“In the past, most of the senior teams imported a lot of the players in, so it is hard to qualify a team that did that,” said Judd. “This [Regals] team had a lot of locals, which was appealing to the selection committee.”

The 18-member committee, consisting of sportswriters, current National Hockey League general managers and former players, looks at 15 to 18 nomi-

Fame has inducted a total of 104 players, coaches, referees, builders and teams.

In addition to the Regals, 2017 inductees include Vancouver Giants owner Ron Toigo, former Vancouver Canucks general manager Dave Nonis, recently retired National Hockey League linesman Brad Lazarowich, broadcaster John Shannon and former Canucks players Thomas Gradin and Tony Tanti.

“The neat thing is that Ron Toigo has a Powell River family connection, and Thomas Gradin and Tony Tanti both played with [former Canucks and Regals forward] Gary Lupul,” said

The road was long and we took our bumps and bruises along the way. To get into the hall is an amazing honour; it’s very exciting.

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nees per year, including individuals and teams, before voting on who gains entry to the hall, said Judd.

“The protocol to get in is a lot tougher than it was 20 years ago,” said Judd.

“For teams, as a starting point, they have to win a national championship to be considered.”

Senior teams already enshrined in the hall, which also features Canadian champions from professional and junior levels, include the 1931 and 1961 Trail Smoke Eaters and 1937 Kimberley Dynamiters.

Since it was established in 1993, the BC Hockey Hall of

English. “Gradin’s second training camp with the Canucks was held in Powell River, too, in 1979.”

To ensure a member of the Regals’ organization attended the press conference, English was made aware of the pending recognition one week prior to the official announcement, courtesy of Gibbs, who, as original submitter of the application, was contacted by the hall of fame first. Both were asked to keep the news to themselves until after the press conference. “[Hockey Night in Canada broadcaster and selection committee member] Jim

Hughson called me out of the blue,” said Gibbs.

“Anyone who watches hockey knows his voice, so I knew right away why he was calling.”

In the aftermath of the announcement, word spread quickly throughout the Regals organization. Former player Scott Mastrodonato said members of the 1997 team, and all players from that era, realize how special the years leading up to and following that first Allan Cup were for the organization.

“When you look at the magnitude of it, we are still the regular guys from the Regals,” said Mastrodonato, who was named Allan Cup most valuable player in 1997. “But when you look at the other inductees, you realize what kind of company we’re in and just how big it is starts to sink in.”

For current roster player Rick McLaren, the Regals’ rookie of the year in 1997, the latest accomplishment for the team is a result of hard work, he said.

“The road was long and we took our bumps and bruises along the way,” said McLaren. “To get into the hall is an amazing honour; it’s very exciting.”

McLaren, a three-time Allan Cup champion, said for senior hockey players, “the Allan Cup is our Stanley Cup.” Going into the hall of fame, he added, “is the icing on the cake.”

BC Hockey Hall of Fame annual induction ceremony and gala dinner awards takes place at South Okanagan Event Centre in Penticton on Friday, July 28.

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QUARRY DISPUTE: Texada Island quarry owner LafargeHolcim has launched a lawsuit against United Steelworkers Local 816 in connection with what it claims are illegal activities taking place on the picket line outside the quarry. PEAK ARCHIVE PHOTO

“As with any labour dispute, protest or disagreement, the RCMP is an impartial party that is here to uphold the law, maintain the public peace and ensure safety for all parties involved,” said Chard. “If a protest is no longer peaceful or lawful,

Our guys slowed the progress of a van because we weren’t sure who was in there. We’ve caught them using scabs. It’s just offensive when they continue to hide, and they are supposed to disclose to us who is going in and what jobs they are doing.

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RCMP constable Kerri Chard, police are mandated to assure public safety and the safety of everyone involved during a labour dispute. Actions that go against the current injunction are to be dealt with through the civil courts, she said.

the police will need to evaluate the circumstances.”

Texada RCMP have received reports of minor, and in most cases, non-criminal actions from the picket line, said Chard.

Police do have an ongoing investigation open on a re-

more of the labour board’s time and resources, and those of the court, on the matter, Hunt said he would prefer the company return to bargaining, where a solution can be found.

“The parties would be better served to get back to the bargaining table and actually bargain rather than fighting this way,” he said.

Since negotiations broke down before Christmas, the union has not heard back from the company, he added.

In a Monday, January 23, statement from LafargeHolcim, spokesperson Jennifer Lewis said the company continues to seek a settlement to the ongoing dispute.

“At this time, Lafarge reaffirms our stance that we want a settlement with the union and the employees,” she said, “with conditions that allow Texada to be competitive and continue to offer the employees better-than-average wages and benefits.”

Drug bust Powell River RCMP arrested five people in a drug bust at a Westview Avenue apartment building on Wednesday, January 18.

Police executed a search warrant at 4240 Westview Avenue and located and seized a large quantity of cocaine.

Four males and one female were arrested at the scene and, following the search, all were released from custody. Two of the males face criminal charges of possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking.

A third male was in possession of a weapon and stolen property from a break and enter that occurred last September at a local business and will also face charges. Two of the five individuals will not be charged, according to police.

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cent incident and are looking into whether sufficient evidence exists to support criminal charges, added Chard. Details of what happened could not yet be released, she said.

Chard said the BC RCMP labour relations liaison officer from E Division Headquarters has opened dialogue with both parties in the dispute and is providing consultation and best practices.

Responding to the civil suit, the steelworkers argue that LafargeHolcim did not follow the agreement that would have the company disclosing who is going in and out of the worksite.

“That’s what heated everything up,” said Hunt. “Our guys slowed the progress of a van because we weren’t sure who was in there. We’ve caught them using scabs.

It’s just offensive when they continue to hide, and they are supposed to disclose to us who is going in and what jobs they are doing.”

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“Police have been called when vehicles have been obstructed, but have refused to intervene without an injunction,” the claim states.

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Owners of Texada Island’s limestone quarry are taking the United Steelworkers Local 816 to court over alleged unlawful picketing, but union officials say a better place to solve the dispute is at the bargaining table.

Texada Quarrying, a subsidiary of multinational LafargeHolcim, filed a notice of civil claim against the union in BC Supreme Court on January 3.

“Employees working at the mine during the lockout meet at an offsite location and are driven to the mine in a van,” the claim states. “The defendant union’s members have engaged in unlawful picketing activities at or near the mine, including blocking the van’s access to and from the mine and engaging in abusive and threatening behaviour of employees.”

In response to the claim, United Steelworkers western Canada director Stephen Hunt said it is routine for companies to look to the courts for help in cases such as these.

“It’s not uncommon in labour disputes, especially when the sides are polarized the way they are,” said Hunt.

According to the claim, LafargeHolcim alleges the union has failed to follow the terms of a BC Labour Relations Board settlement agreement, reached at the end of October, when it agreed to stop blocking access to the quarry.

LafargeHolcim claims the locked-out workers have delayed the van for up to three

As a result of a Supreme Court of Canada ruling in favour of BC Teachers’ Federation, School District 47 will hire approximately four teachers for the remainder of the school year.

Postings for the temporary, part-time jobs have been placed for Brooks Secondary School, with elementary school employment opportunities expected to be available by Friday, January 27.

Following negotiations between BC Ministry of Education and the teachers’ federation, money that came to the school district will allow for the hirings.

A total of $50 million was allocated for hiring across the province, with approximately $200,000 directed locally.

Powell River and District Teachers’ Association and the school district have worked together to implement the extra teaching positions, mainly in support for classroom teachers and additional teaching positions at Brooks.

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Premier’s visit causes fallout CHRIS BOLSTER reporter@prpeak.com

Three directors of Powell River Chamber of Commerce’s 13-member board have resigned after the local business advocate announced it would host a visit from BC premier Christy Clark.

On Tuesd ay, Januar y 17, chamber manager Kim Miller announced the pre-

mier’s visit. Within 24 hours of that announcement, the chamber board’s most recent three directors, Sarah Salome, Erik Blaney and Jason Rekve, announced they would be stepping down. The directors began their term last April.

“We are upset to see them leave, but fully respect their decisions,” said chamber president Jack Barr.

Salome said she feels the way the premier’s visit was arranged is a conflict of interest and the event format is not fair to chamber members.

“I am just really frustrated that our chamber president, who also works on the [local] Liberal campaign, is the one hosting the event and didn’t see that as something

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that could be a problem for some chamber members,” said Salome.

She added that the visit is an important opportunity for the chamber to communicate to the premier about what Powell River needs, but a one-hour meet and greet will not accomplish that.

Blaney said it is not the

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politics of the visit that caused him to resign, but the fact that the board was not consulted.

“When the decision was made to host the premier, it was made without any board discussion or resolution at all,” said Blaney.

Miller said it is her job to bring speakers to town and the board has never voted on whether to support one speaker over another.

“Of course we would be rolling out the red carpet for our premier,” she said. “We would also do this for [New Democratic Party leader] John Horgan.”

Miller said the premier’s office reached out to tell her Clark would be in town from 3-4 pm on Tuesday afternoon, January 24, for a

meet and greet at Snickers Restaurant and to let the business community know they were invited.

Proceeds from the event’s $10 tickets went to the venue for use of the space and refreshments, said Miller.

With recent campaigning ramping up for the upcoming provincial election, Miller said she is aware of the optics of the event.

“I don’t care about the reasons why she is coming here,” she said. “The fact is, she is coming here. The chamber would do this for any premier, member of parliament or MLA. I’m trying to get prime minister Justin Trudeau to come.”

Miller said she would put the invitation out as a chamber event, open to the pub-

lic. She added that she asked the premier’s staff to reconsider holding the event in a larger venue that would better handle a larger number of people, as Snickers has a capacity of 130.

Miller said the premier’s office decided on the venue before they contacted the chamber to host.

“They decided on Snickers for their own reasons,” said Miller. “All I was asked to do was put the invitations out.”

Clark’s spokesperson said the premier was just visiting Powell River and would not be making a formal announcement. The premier was also scheduled to attend a funding announcement at North Island College’s Campbell River campus the same day.

Shelter moves forward DAVID BRINDLE community@prpeak.com

Requirements necessary to provide an emergency cold/wet weather shelter for Powell River’s homeless are quickly falling into place.

“A decision was made that the Salvation Army will lead the charge in trying to open up an emergency shelter very soon,” said Powell River Employment Program (PREP) Society executive director Lyn Adamson, who attended a recent meeting of a community housing group where the decision was made.

PREP, Community Resource Centre, The Salvation Army, School District 47, Vancouver Coastal Health, civic politicians and individual citizens attended the meeting on Tuesday, January 17.

The Salvation Army volunteered its expertise and facility on Joyce Avenue in taking the lead on the project.

According to Salvation Army captain B.J. Loder, the first step in moving forward was taken on Monday, January 23, with the start of a homeless count that will take approximately two weeks to complete.

The count is necessary in order to apply for

and receive funding from BC Housing.

“It’s to have an accurate idea of whether we’re dealing with five people, 10 or 20, so we can prepare accordingly,” said Loder.

But people behind the shelter are not waiting for the money. Currently, preparations include an extreme-weather response plan and determining what conditions will constitute opening the shelter, said Loder.

“There needs to be criteria for what temperature constitutes extreme weather,” he said. “We could have one to two nights of a cold snap. It could be a month. Once we commit we’re in and we want to do it right.”

School District 47 has volunteered to supply mattresses and BC Ambulance Service will provide blankets. The shelter will also require volunteers to supervise when it is open and a decision has to be made on who will make the call to open it, said Loder.

Powell River Community Resource Centre manager Martyn Woolley said to arrive at this point took only weeks, which is unique to rural communities.

“That’s the benefit of being in a small town,” said Woolley. “It doesn’t take a whole lot bring everybody together and make that happen.”

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Council upholds demolition order Joyce Avenue derelict property to be cleaned up next month CHRIS BOLSTER reporter@prpeak.com

City of Powell River council upheld its 60-day deadline for the cleanup of a derelict Joyce Avenue property, after the owner of the lot requested an extension.

On December 15, city council declared the lot and buildings at 4468 Joyce Avenue a public nuisance and ordered the already partially wrecked house and garage demolished.

In addition, council ordered the surrounding lot, which is strewn with garbage, to be cleaned up by February 15 or the city will step in to complete the job and bill the owner.

“It’s time this council got a little backbone on dilapidated buildings that are causing health hazards throughout town,” said councillor Maggie Hathaway at the Thursday, January 19, council meeting.

The property owner, Surrey resident Rajinder Mann, attended the meeting to answer some questions about his written request for an extension to the cleanup order.

“That way, I can have a little more time to get some finances together,” Mann told council.

More than halfway through the 60-day order, Mann said he had not yet started looking around for quotes for the cleanup.

According to city director of planning Thomas Knight, on December 16, registered letters were sent to the company on title for the property, its last known company director and the provincial government, to inform them of city council’s decision. The company on title dissolved in 2002, at which time its assets came under control of the provincial government.

Mann, the former company’s principal, responded to council’s order in writing on December 23.

Mann told council he is working on having the property put back into his name.

“I agree with council that the property needs to be demolished,” Mann’s letter stated. “It would help me if council would allow me a delay in the demolition until June 30.”

DEMOLITION ORDER: City of Powell River director of planning services Thomas Knight [left] addresses council on efforts his department has made to have a Joyce Avenue derelict property cleaned up by its owner, Rajinder Mann [right]. CHRIS BOLSTER PHOTO

Knight said there is no evidence the provincial government has agreed to the request for an extension. He added that the province has no objection to the city proceeding with the remediation order as long as the recovery of charges go to Mann.

Mann added that by the end of June, he would be in a position to demolish the home himself and would not require the help of the city.

Planning services has been trying to work with Mann since last spring to clean the property up, but efforts to have council issue a remediation order sooner were hindered when it was discovered that the property’s municipal taxes were unpaid, Knight told council.

Last September, when Mann paid his taxes, he was again notified that the property was a problem and needed cleaning up, and again he asked for a half-year ex-

tension, said Knight.

In November, after an inspection from the city’s building inspector marked the property as a hazard and ordered that it not be entered, Mann again asked for another six months to clean it up, he added.

“It does not stop,” said Knight addressing council. “As staff, we have exhausted all our resources.

Really, the direction needs to come from you on what action to take.

That property is a disaster.”

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City of Powell River council approved a grant application to BikeBC for funds to link Townsite to Westview through Cranberry with bike lanes, phase four of the municipal cycling master plan. The grant would cover half of the total project costs, about $183,868.50.

The city’s half would come from the Community Works Funds. With a tight turnaround deadline on the application, city staff applied for the grant before Christmas. The Thursday, January 19, council meeting was the first opportunity to approve the application.

Thursday, January 19, meeting to fund neighbourhood block parties.

Each gathering would be eligible to receive a financial grant of $200 to cover the cost of liability insurance.

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Making it count When news spread that BC premier Christy Clark was making a rare appearance in Powell River, her first since becoming the leader of our province, reactions were mixed and, at times, quite heated.

Some residents suggested Clark’s plane should be turned around and sent back to where it came from, while others welcomed the opportunity to meet BC’s premier.

Many witty people suggested that if she was to come visit, it should have been via the broken ferry system that the province sets service levels for.

One person even joked she could spend the four-hour wait at Earls Cove really getting to know Powell River residents.

Clark’s public appearance strolling down Marine Avenue on Tuesday, January 24, and then being the guest of honour at a Powell River Chamber of Commerce meet and greet session at a local restaurant, raised the ire of many.

While the chamber took the brunt for deciding to host a community meet and greet, part of its mandate While the chamber took the brunt being to promote the comfor deciding to host a community and lomeet and greet, part of its mandate munity cal businesses, to promote the community and this was a clear case of local businesses, this was a the premier clear case of the premier trying trying to gain to gain support in our riding. support in our riding.

Her office requested the chamber’s help and, like any other chamber in the province would, it obliged.

Hosting such a function at a 130-person-capacity venue had many people convinced the appearance was more about pandering to local business owners, who are very influential in local voting patterns, rather than a genuine effort to hear the concerns of all Powell River residents. Otherwise, the venue would have been much, much larger.

Amongst all of the chatter is the fact that Powell River had a chance to meet the premier of BC and express its concerns to her.

Those who were quick enough to get a spot had a responsibility that went well beyond hobnobbing with the leader of the province.

This was about ferry service and transportation issues. This was about fixed links, and roads or no roads. This was about affordable housing and homeless shelters. This was about creating better paying jobs. This was about health care. This was about the future of our riding and Powell River.

We can bicker all we want about why the premier came to Powell River, why now, who was behind it, and how she got here. But the reality is, she was here. What did we do about it?

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VIEWPOINT

About a boy

By David Brindle On Saturday, January 21, in Vancouver, thousands of people participated in the Women’s March, a worldwide expression of solidarity.

This was not my first protest, having cut my teeth on the streets when I was a young teenager in the 1970s, with anti-Vietnam war protests, labour solidarity, the great human rights fights, LGBTQ equality and the defiant AIDS marches.

Every one of those protest marches included a defining moment of drama and inspiration.

The moment on Saturday started faintly in front of Trump Tower on Georgia Street, indistinguishable from the other steel and glass towers in Vancouver, except for the name.

At that time of day, the early af-

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ternoon, nothing much was going on and the crowd was beginning to thin; the hardcore steadfastly remained.

Then I heard that sound, that annoying sound that I have heard

These veteran activists were being led by an audacious boy: a kid with a Justin Bieber haircut under baseball cap and wearing a team jacket. on the asphalt of every past protest. It was that tired, old go-to favourite of activists, “Hey, hey, ho, ho,” followed by someone or something having to go.

Hey hey, ho ho, that chant has to go.

That chant has become, over the years, boring. There is no other word for it. It is not a call to the ramparts or a cry for “freedom,” but it’s the only thing we have.

From the direction of the first “hey hey,” I discerned it was coming from the front of the building, where temporary fences had been placed to protect it from would-be anarchistic attacks.

The chant grew louder and louder until it seemed as though everyone was shouting as loud as they could. It was commitment to the cause. I hadn’t heard it in years.

The protest had risen to the occasion. This was the moment.

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FACEBOOK USED DAVID WALKER Announcing a new monorail, er ferry, uh no, I mean bridge, or something no one asked for so she can spend your money buying your vote. I wouldn’t let her off the plane.

FACEBOOK USER ROB STOKES Dear Ms. Clark, I think it’s fantastic that you’re taking the time to come to Powell River. Instead of flying, please take the ferry you manage, so you can take advantage of the full experience. I suggest you catch the 10:25 am from Horseshoe Bay, this should put you in Earls Cove at approximately 1 pm, and you can then have four hours to meet and greet the rest of the Powell River-ites while waiting for the next ferry. Good times!

FACEBOOK USER AL FRANKLIN JAMES What is the purpose of this? Is she even coming here to do anything, or just to make an egotistical appearance that people have to pay $10 for? If she’s coming here to actually solve problems then that’s fine, but if it’s just to be, ‘Oh look, I’m Christy Clark,’ it’s the wrong place to do that. She continually neglects to help our endless problems, like the ferries.

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Dissenting, diverse views are vital to the health of it all. But misinformation and hostility go nowhere good.

Americans just found that out by electing a pathological, lying wannabe dictator in Trump. This event will bring some needed business to a restaurant in the difficult off-season and give an opportunity to those with any political affiliation to have a voice with a provincial leader.

Sleepy, wintering Powell River is getting an opportunity to be heard! Peacefully protest or whatever, better than being stuck behind a keyboard in mid-January.

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from my vantage point, I became aware that everyone was focused on the front of the building. Then I saw him. It was a kid, maybe 13 years old. These veteran activists were being led by an audacious boy: a kid with a Justin Bieber haircut under baseball cap and wearing a team jacket.

The boy looked every bit the part of a little-leaguer, not some kid with green hair and black eyeliner, and stood on his father’s shoulders.

That’s right, a father holding up his son in a moment of spontaneous humanity. He was rocking it. He was a believer. His voice rang true above the crowd. His “hey hey, ho ho, Donald Trump has to go” was loudest and most meaningful.

I’ve seen enough over the years as a reporter to know this wasn’t something the kid and his dad cooked up beforehand.

What makes me so sure? The television cameras had left. It was not staged. It was awesome and honest.

Unlike more than a few pontificating protest veterans who dropped one too many hits of LSD over the years, he knew when

to quit, when the crowd was on a high, and he left them wanting more.

Afterward, I milled about and heard people behind me saying things like, “Dude, that was rad.”

I turned around and there was the kid, with his dad, mom and sister. His father turned to those close enough to hear and, with his hands clasped in prayer, “Please forgive us Canada, for electing Donald Trump.”

He meant it; his family was American.

A protest sign I saw frequently on Saturday stated, “Women are the future.”

I disagree. That kid is the future, and boys and girls like him are just growing into knowledge and understanding of how the world can be better, and the power they have in shaping it.

That kid is being raised in a family that has the fabled dinner table conversations out of which people of shared beliefs and values in humanity make change happen.

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Transitioning into adulthood can be a challenging part of life for anyone, according to George Sartori, Community Living BC (CLBC) manager for the Powell River area.

Sartori said he recognizes that many youth transitioning into adulthood face similar challenges, such as finding employment, settling into a living situation and finding a community around their interests.

“Someone with a disability can have the added challenge of access to different resources in the community,” said Sartori.

“Employment can be a challenge and there are a lot of resources out there to help individuals find work and help them maintain their job,” said Sartori.

Housing presents significant challenges as well, said Sartori.

A number of options are available to youth and their families, including respite, home shares and staffed residential homes, he added.

In his time working with people with disabilities and their families, Sartori said he has seen that different options work best for different situations.

Youth Transition Fair, taking place in Powell River next week, and others like it, can help provide education and resources to the greater community in regard to supporting youth with disabilities.

“We do these fairs in Richmond, Vancouver and North Vancouver,” said Sartori. “There are always new families, so we try to host them quite regularly.”

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munities and can help increase equitable access to community resources, said Sartori.

The local fair is being organized jointly by CLBC, BC Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) and Inclusion Powell River.

Inclusion’s family support program, funded by MCFD, supports families who have children with intellectual

access and help attendees prepare and learn about future options,” said Beaulieu.

“This fair will provide that environment.”

MCFD coordinator for the event Jackie Milsom said the ministry works closely with Inclusion and CLBC to prepare youth and their families for adulthood, and has partnered with the two organizations in order to make the fair possible.

By connecting youth and their families to community partners, agencies and services, we can facilitate access and help attendees prepare and learn about future options.

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disabilities, autism and other special needs.

According to Inclusion’s coordinator of family support services Lisa Beaulieu, the fair is a great fit with the organization’s mission to foster a safe, inclusive community where everyone belongs and lives a good life.

“By connecting youth and their families to community partners, agencies and services, we can facilitate

“It will be an opportunity for them to see what supports, programs and groups are available in our community to help build a successful and fulfilling life,” said Milsom.

The fair is meant for youth and young adults, age 14 to 24, with developmental disabilities who are approaching and planning for adulthood, she added.

According to Sartori, the transition of youth with

disabilities into adulthood can be an anxious time for families.

“If families can take the time to come out to this event, learn about the resources and network with other families, it’s really going to make the transition more positive,” he said.

Sartori said he encourages youth and families to be proactive preparing for adulthood.

“The earlier you can start planning for the transition, the better the outcome,” he said.

Visitors to the fair can expect to see a number of different booths, from City of Powell River, employment programs and the fair’s community partners. Although similar fairs have been held in surrounding communities, it will be the first one for Powell River.

“We’re going to try this out,” said Milsom. “If it’s successful, we’ll do it every year.”

Youth Transition Fair takes place from 3:30-5:30 pm on Wednesday, January 25, in the ARC Community Theatre at Jean Pike Centre, 7055 Alberni Street.

For more information, email CLBC facilitator Meghan McAllister at meghan.mcallister@gov. bc.ca.

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Blaney addresses seniors’ issues CHRIS BOLSTER reporter@prpeak.com

She said she was pleased to see the federal government return the eligibility age for the old-age income supplement back to 65 from 67 and the $900 annual increase to the guaranteed income supplement.

Blaney said she was upset that the federal government has not come through with its promise of delivering $3 billion to home palliative care. She said the federal government, when pressed on the issue, said it increased health care transfers to the provinces and territories, money the federal government cannot hold provincial governments to account over or ensure the funds go to the intended purpose.

Blaney said there needs to be fundamental changes to the way health care is delivered in order to meet the needs of Canada’s aging population. Those changes, she said, include the way health care is delivered to ensure timely and immediate access to doctors and specialists, making prescription medication affordable through bulk buying, increasing investment in neurological research and having a national Alzheimer’s disease strategy.

For seniors’ housing, Blaney said she would like to see an investment in affordable housing targeted for low-income seniors, flexible housing so couples can stay together in care and investment into renovating homes to meet seniors’ needs.

Poverty, homelessness and unaffordable prescription medicine were three areas North Island-Powell River MP Rachel Blaney touched on at a recent seniors’ town hall.

Blaney told the meeting she is increasingly hearing stories of seniors who are having to make tough financial decisions between purchasing food and medicine or paying monthly bills.

Blaney organized the Powell River meeting, the 10th of 11 held in the riding in recent weeks, in order to gather information from communities as she prepares to help her federal New Democratic Party colleagues develop a national senior strategy.

“Predictions are that by 2036 more than one third of the population will be seniors,” she said. “We need a national strategy.”

With the downloading on municipal governments to provide social well-being programs, Blaney explained that a national strategy would encourage all levels of government to see “what we can do to make sure the lives of seniors are cared for more effectively.”

The early afternoon meeting on Thursday, January 19, brought close to 70 people out.

Blaney made a presentation outlining changes she wants to see in the coming years.

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Local shellfish producers may take a financial hit if an outbreak of norovirus linked to raw oysters does not clear up soon.

BC Centre for Disease Control released a warning January 13 informing the public there had been a spike in acute gastrointestinal illness associated with the consumption of raw oysters. Since last month, over 70 cases of oyster-related illnesses have been reported to BC health authorities.

Researchers are conducting investigations and looking for points of commonality between where the shellfish was farmed and how it was processed, said Eleni Galanis, an epidemiologist at the disease control centre.

“We don’t have a smoking gun,” said Galanis.

“We don’t have a clear common element.”

Galanis said oysters are filter feeders and can become contaminated with any microorganism found in ocean water or that infects someone who handles those oysters. She added that the virus is generally transmitted through human sewage or fecal material.

Galanis said industry regulators cannot take specific action against any one particular farm or producer because they have not yet pinpointed the cause.

BC Shellfish Growers’ Association executive director Darlene Winterburn said her organization is “doing everything they can

to ensure the safety of the food they are producing.”

“All oysters that are farmed and distributed through the province actually have to go through a federally regulated processing plant,” said Winterburn. “During that time they are given a tag that will enable all of the regulatory bodies to take it back to the farm, the site and the date where it was harvested.”

Despite that, oyster producers are concerned about falling sales of raw oysters since the norovirus outbreak began. If that continues too long it could lead to shut downs and layoffs.

Consumers are being asking to thoroughly cook their oysters before eating, but approximately 80 per cent of the market is for raw product. Norovirus is not found in canned oysters.

Okeover Organic Oysters co-owner Chris Roberts said he is confident once the source is identified, and action taken, oyster consumption will go back to normal.

“I don’t think we have anything to fear,” said Roberts. “It’ll just take a bit of time to clear it out.”

The norovirus link to oysters was identified after an outbreak of illness among people who attended an oyster festival in Tofino in November.

Since then, pockets of oyster-related norovirus have occurred from Vancouver Island to the Fraser Valley.

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If you have questions, please contact the City of Powell River’s Department of Parks, Recreation & Culture at 604.485.2891 or info@cdpr.bc.ca.

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2017 financial and life planning Beginner’s guide to financial plans Planners give advice for new investors wondering where to start JASON SCHREURS publisher@prpeak.com

Coming up with a financial plan is a daunting task for some. It can be easy to glaze over when financial talk turns to retirement savings plans, mutual funds and stocks and bonds, but that is what financial advisors are for: to help those looking to be financially independent

plan for the future and invest their money in the best way possible.

Financial life planning can be thought of in the same way as planning to build a house or going to a doctor, according to local financial advisors.

“Working with an advisor can help you build a plan suited to what you need,” said First Wealth Management investment specialist Barbara Cooper.

“For instance, a 30-year-old is going to be totally different than a 70-year-old, and it’s the same if you buy a split-level house when you have children, or go into a rancher when you are older

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Financial plans, just like houses, are designed for the investor and what their specific needs are.”

Instead of comparing financial life planning to buying a house, Investors Group Financial Services Powell River division director Scott Mastrodonato equates the process to going to see a doctor.

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A c c o rd i n g t o Mastrodonato, a number of factors come into play for creating a successful financial plan, including having set goals and objectives.

“It’s important to know exactly where you are financially today,” said Mastrodonato, “not necessarily exactly where you want to get, but having good information and goals and objectives can help your financial planner set out a map for you to achieve them.”

Many types of investments are available to choose from and different products are suitable for different life situations, said Cooper. But financial planning is more than just setting up a retirement savings plan or buying mutual funds, she said.

“Say you are a brand new investor and starting your first real job, financial advi-

sors will take into account all of your needs, from life insurance to education savings plans for your children.

So even though you think you have $100 to just put into savings, that might be divvied up to include something like a life insurance policy, because you have little junior on the way,” said Cooper. “A financial advisor will give you other ideas that maybe you hadn’t thought of yet.”

Setting goals is an important part of financial life planning, said Cooper, and short-term and longterm financial goals, while often completely different scenarios, can be equally important.

“If you want to save up for a car, or a down payment on a house, that’s a totally different thing than thinking, ‘Oh, I’m going to retire in 35 years,’” she said. “Short-term goals might require more money in a shorter period of time, but the long-term ones, if you put $75 a month away

and let it sit for 35 years, you’re going to have some big money at the end of it, for sure.”

Mastrodonato said it is important for anyone doing long-term financial planning to have a team of professionals to rely on, including advisors, accountants and lawyers. Lawyers tend to look at estate issues, such as creating a will and power of attorney, and those issues have financial consequences, he said.

“I wouldn’t expect a lawyer to be giving financial advice and I wouldn’t expect a financial advisor to be giving legal advice,” said Mastrodonato, “but we share a common need to keep each other informed and work together for the client.”

A common misconception is that without disposable income or an extra reserve of funds, it is impossible to begin a financial plan or set up investments.

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“Using full disclosure of your own personal circumstances will allow a planner to offer suggestions,” said Mastrodonato, “and hopefully solutions that may create the cash flow that allows you to work toward your financial goals.”

A key to solid financial planning is finding an advisor who you “click with” and can trust, said Cooper.

A good advisor is willing to help everyone, regardless of how much they have to invest, she said.

“We always want to see all of our clients succeed and we like the little guy,” said Cooper. “Some people say, ‘I don’t have any money.’ Well, then come and see us and let’s see if we can get you going. If you don’t think you have anything to start with, you do, we just need to figure out where it will come from.”

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Students benefit from art-focused grant School district sheds light on value of children’s theatre IONATAN WAISGLUSS Peak contributor

Nearly 800 students from local schools will be bused to Max Cameron Theatre this week to see a presentation of A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

Due to a grant from ArtStarts in Schools, an organization that promotes arts programming for youth in BC, the play is one of five productions taking place this school year.

“Every year, we apply for the grant with the school district,” said Max Cameron Theatre manager Jacquie Dawson, who attends a yearly showcase with School District 47 staff involved in the arts. As a group, they select from a number of artists whose performance fees can be covered by the grant.

The school district matches the amount applied for, as the grant does not pay for transportation or other associated costs, said Dawson.

Many artists are available to choose from, representing a diverse array of styles, themes and age ranges, she added.

When picking from the different artists, Dawson prioritizes variety

and cultural opportunity.

“If they just sit there and play, I don’t bring them; I insist that they engage with the students,” she said.

Many productions are available in French or as blended-language shows, said Dawson, making them a good match for French-language programs.

Henderson Elementary School teacher Corey Gordon said the ArtStarts in Schools grant has been very valuable for students at his school.

“There’s quite a range in audience appeal and the plays can serve as cultural introduction for a variety of age groups,” said Gordon.

Longtime theatre performer Tara Travis, owner of Vancouver-based Monster Theatre, will travel to Powell River to act in A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Travis, who said she is thrilled with the opportunity, added that theatre is a uniquely effective way to engage school-age children.

“There’s something really special about live performance, the immediacy and risk of it,” she said.

Travis credits her lifelong interest in theatre to a performance she saw when she was six years old.

“Not everyone is destined to be a theatre artist, but kids’ theatre is all about empowering children and reminding them that their imaginations are valuable,” she said.

From a career perspective, Travis

GROUP SESSION: Elementary school kids immerse themselves in activity with a visiting theatre group. School District 47 brings a number of performing artists to town every year thanks to a grant from ArtStarts in Schools.

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said ArtStarts in Schools is “a giant lightbulb that I was so grateful to have been handed.”

After years of performing in a self-propelled theatre group and seeing the difficulties of production and advertising, Travis was introduced to the ArtStarts in Schools grant by a colleague.

Through the grant, her company

has been able to perform in remote communities, some only accessible by float plane.

“The ArtStarts grant is amazing because it gives artists like us the opportunity to reach communities that otherwise would not be able to afford to bring us,” said Travis.

According to Travis, ease of access is only part of what makes the

grant so appealing. She said there is a real value in communities curating their experience and choosing artists they will benefit from the most.

“Not only do the school districts choose from the large offering of different art groups listed with ArtStarts,” she said, “they are able to have that experience funded.”

Surroundings inspire local painter JASON SCHREURS publisher@prpeak.com

Painter Joyce Furness moved to Powell River in 2006 from Ontario and said she is constantly inspired by the scenery around the area. Furness is known for her striking acrylic and watercolour paintings, a selection of which are currently featured at the Peak office.

She shares a studio space with painter Lorna Downie and fibre artist Christine Oakley, in Townsite below Rodmay Hotel, that they call Ash Street Studio.

When did you start painting?

I started years and years ago. I went to the Ontario

College of Art back in the 1960s and I’ve painted my whole life, on and off, but it was when we moved to Powell River and retired that I was able to really get involved in my art and spend a lot more time at it.

How did moving here inspire or influence your art?

It influenced me tremendously, just because everything around Powell River is so beautiful. I was raised in Ontario where it’s completely different country; the colours are different and the atmosphere is as well. For one thing, I find that I don’t use reds very much anymore, because we don’t have the reds you get in Ontario.

I use the softer colours, the

oranges, blues and yellows.

But, mainly, I was just overwhelmed by how much there is to paint around here that is beautiful.

You’ve been here more than 10 years now. How have you changed your artwork over that time?

I’m becoming a bit more experimental with my pictures because I’ve already done the obvious. Now I want to make paintings that are more creative.

Does your studio space in Townsite help with the creative process?

It makes a huge difference because it’s a larger space that gets inside your head, so you think larger.

What kinds of techniques are you experimenting with?

I’ve been using a palette knife more and I’m approaching things with a bolder aspect. I still do a lot of watercolours and those are documenting Powell River, so they won’t change or become experimental; they are more a documentation of the area.

What advice would you give to young artists trying to find their style and process?

Just keep doing it, like any of us. The more you do it, the more you learn.

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SPORTS »

Kings clinch playoff spot with wins Final home stand opens Friday against league’s top team DAVID BRINDLE community@prpeak.com

HOT HAND: Recent BC Hockey League Player of the Week Jonny Evans opened the scoring in 3-1 victory for Powell River Kings over Vernon Vipers on Saturday, January 21. Evans, with 59 points in 48 games, is tied for the team scoring lead with Tristan Mullin, one point ahead of Cam Donaldson.

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Over the course of the 2016/2017 BC Hockey League (BCHL) regular season, Powell River Kings have spent a lot of time on the road. Ten games remain on the schedule, six of them are at home.

“The road is tiring,” said head coach Kent Lewis. “We had nine triple-headers this year and the majority of the Sunday games were afternoon games.”

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“We’ve had that before,” he said. “As a coach, you certainly see the benefits of it.

I can recall when there were 23.”

One of the advantages of having that extra player might have helped the Kings this season, said Lewis.

When his team was hit with the flu bug, having an extra body available might have minimized the effect of a player falling ill.

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The schedule did not affect the postseason because, just as all of Lewis’ teams have done before, the current team clinched a playoff berth in the BCHL Island Division. Victoria Grizzlies, who lead the division ahead of the second-place Kings, are also assured a playoff spot.

Kings’ recent winning streak ended at nine games with a 5-2 loss to Langley R iver men on Sund ay, January 22.

Kings opened the threegame road trip Friday, January 20, with a 5-3 win over Salmon Arm Silverbacks, followed by a 3-1 win over Vernon Vipers.

In the two wins, the Kings power play was the factor.

Against Salmon Arm, three goals were scored on five chances and in Vernon, after falling behind 3-1, it struck for three goals on six opportunities in the third period.

“Any coach will tell you special teams are big, especially as the season is winding down,” said Lewis.

“You have to be disciplined and special teams have to execute.”

Lewis said it all comes down to discipline and hard work. “My teams are always disciplined,” he said.

A stretch of six straight home games for the Kings begins Friday, January 27, with a highly anticipated matchup against Wenatchee Wild.

With 35 wins, six losses and four ties, Wenatchee leads all BCHL teams with 74 points and features the top two scorers in the league.

Kings have their own formidable scoring punch, with Tristan Mullin, Jonny Evans and Cam Donaldson all among the league’s top 10 point producers. Evans was recently named BCHL Player of the Week for the week ending January 15.

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1105 Obituaries

James A. Piper 1918-2017

Jim passed away peacefully in Cowichan District Hospital, Duncan, on January 18. Jim was born in Medicine Hat, Alberta, moved to Lytton, BC, in 1926, then chose Powell River to be his home in 1938. Prior to World War II, Jim worked at the Powell River mill. He left to serve our country for four years and then returned to the mill. After 32 years, he retired in 1982. Jim was predeceased by his wife Ruth in April. He is survived by his sister Barbara and many nieces and nephews.

Jim was a keen crib player, great gardener and a member of the Royal Canadian Legion for 65 years. In his later years, he so enjoyed his view of boating activities that happened on the ocean. Each afternoon at 4:30 pm, Jim enjoyed a light toddy of The Glenlivet. So please, with the toast of your choice, raise a cup or glass in his memory. Thank you to many friends and neighbours for your assistance with Jim and Ruth over the years.

No service by request. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Powell River Hospital Foundation.

Estella Ruth Brown

October 14, 1938 – January 17, 2017 Loved by all who met her, Ruth’s greatest accomplishment, the one she was most proud of, was raising her four children. She was born in Port Alberni, BC, where she met and married the love of her life, Kip. In 1964, Ruth and Kip, along with their children, relocated to Powell River for their next big adventure. Who knew that adventure would last 52 years?

Ruth was the quintessential soccer/ figure-skater mom. Her taxi service, shuttling her four children wherever they needed to be, was non-stop and she wouldn’t have had it any other way.

Ruth had a real zest for life and a deep love of family, friends and community. Her early years were spent supporting Kip in Rotary through the Rotary Anns. Her many hobbies included sewing, crocheting, ceramics, fundraising and entertaining.

She loved a good progressive dinner party. There were many times when she was sewing a costume for an event, selling you the ticket for that event, and wanting to know what dish you were bringing to the event. Many of these events would be centred around her four children, eleven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Family meant everything to her.

Even after her stroke in 1994, Ruth’s Pupu parties in Maui were legendary; many were enjoyed over the years. She also became a lifetime member of Powell River Stroke Recovery Club.

Ruth’s love for the outdoors often found her near a body of water: growing up on Sprout Lake, life in Powell River, trips to Kildonan, a family cabin on Powell Lake, and eventually a home on the beach in Maui. It is where she found her greatest happiness.

Ruth has joined her love, Kip, and they now walk the beaches of Heaven together.

May you find yourself with sand between your toes and a shell in your pocket.

A celebration will be held in Ruth’s honour at Carlson Community Club on Sunday, January 29, at 2 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Powell River Stroke Recovery Club would be greatly appreciated.

Ruth Allan

“The Credit Union Lady” August 8, 1914 - January 20, 2017

Ruth passed peacefully with her family by her side at the age of 102, and a half. An inspiration to all who knew her, Mom was out and about enjoying all life had to offer until her stroke a week before she passed.

Ruth was predeceased by her husbands Alexander Fear, Peter Aalten and Sydney Allan, son Norman, sisters Pearl, Clara, Evelyn and Priscilla, brothers Douglas and Norman, grandson Christopher Hawkins and great-grandson Dustin Clark.

Left to celebrate Ruth’s life are her youngest brother Stan (Gert) Lawrence, sons Don (Vera) and Roland (aka Skip) Fear, daughters Barb (Ole) Bai and Lynn (Tony) McCann, grandchildren Sandra (Dan), Bev (Darren), Marci (Matt), Tom (Akiko), Kathy (David), Sid (Natalie), Michelle (Pat), Tina, Wanda, Shawn and Laura (Dereck), 20 great-grandchildren, 10 great-great-grandchildren and a multitude of loving nieces, nephews and friends.

Garry Gomez

July 9, 1951 - January 4, 2017 It was with sad hearts that we had to say goodbye to our brother, uncle, friend and Santa Claus, Garry Gomez, on January 4, 2017. There was never a larger heart than the one he shared with us all.

Garry was born in Prince Rupert on July 9, 1951. The family moved from there to Vancouver when Garry was four. Then, in 1966, his dad moved the family to Powell River to work in the mill. Garry followed in his father’s footsteps and became a pipefitter. He worked in both Alberta and BC until recently retiring.

Garry was predeceased by his dad Alexander and mom Shirley, brother Shane and great-nephew Dyson. He is survived by his sister Diane (Jim), brother Brian (Nicky) and sister Sandra (Andy), as well as nieces and nephews Krystal (Chris), Shelby, Jacquelyn (Gentry), Richard, Jennifer and Brent. Garry will also be missed by his great-nieces and great-nephews Padn, Noah, Trey, Madison, Chase, Taylor, Nathan, Gemma and Austin.

Garry, we will carry you in our hearts forever.

Mom spent her last phase of life at Kiwanis Court and Willingdon Creek Village, where she (and her family) appreciated the loving care and attention lavished on her by the staff.

There will be a celebration of Garry’s life upstairs at Carlson Community Club on Saturday, January 28, at 3 pm.

A celebration of Ruth’s life will take place at Powell River United Church on May 13, 2017.

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Roland Mark Huetzelmann August 7, 1965 January 15, 2017

It is with heavy hearts that the H ue tz e lma nn fa mily announces the passing of Roland, or, “Rollie.”

Rollie was involved in a tragic workplace accident in Saanich, BC, on January 10, that ultimately resulted in his passing at Victoria General Hospital.

Rollie was the youngest of six boys. Born in Victoria, BC, he was raised in James Bay as well as Powell River, where he graduated from Max Cameron Secondary School.

Rollie will be remembered for his contagious million-dollar smile, his ability to make you laugh, his happy-go-lucky and free-spirited attitude, his sense of adventure and his enthusiasm for his bike.

Rollie is survived by his parents Gerhardt and Hildegard Huetzelmann, his brothers Gary (Sharon), Roy, Brian, William and Joe (Brenda), numerous nieces and nephews, as well as his partner Coreen Desjarlais, her son, Isaiah, and her mother, Dolly.

A drop-in celebration of life will be held at Rollie’s brother Joe’s place, 3904 Manitoba Avenue, on Saturday, January 28, from 12-6 pm. All those who knew and loved Rollie are welcome to attend. Those who wish to attend may call Joe at 604.483.8119 or email him at jhandco@telus.net for further details.

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Your loving son, Paul 1010 Announcements Powell River Regional District Volunteer Opportunity Rural Representative to PR Library Board The Regional District is inviting applications from interested individuals to serve as a Trustee on the Powell River Municipal Library Board (Board) for a two year term. Library Board Trustees set policy and manage the overall direction of library services, as set out in Part 2 of the Library Act. Board members serve without remuneration and are expected to attend monthly meetings and to share in Board activities and responsibilities.

Applicants must be a resident or elector of Electoral Area A, B, C or D. Employees of the City of Powell River, the Powell River Regional District or the Powell River Public Library are not eligible to apply.

Interested individuals are invited to submit a letter describing why they want to serve as a Library Board Trustee. The letter should include any particular interests, work experience (volunteer or paid) or other qualifications they consider relevant to the position.

Individuals with experience and/or interest in fundraising are of particular interest. Applicants must also provide two current references, either personal or business.

Applications may be submitted by mail, e-mail or fax to: Powell River Regional District Attn: Brenda Paquin, Manager of Administrative Services #202 - 4675 Marine Avenue, Powell River, BC V8A 2L2 Fax: 604.485.2216, email: administration@powellriverrd.bc.ca Applications must be received no later than 4 pm on Friday, February 10, 2017.

For further information about the appointment process contact the Regional District office at 604.485.2260. If you have questions about the Library Board, call Terry Noreault, Chief Librarian, at 604.485.4796 or via email tnoreault@powellriverlibrary.ca.

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Please send your resume to info@coastfitness.ca MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1.855.768.3362 to start training for your workat-home career today!

1230 Work Wanted ANYTHING HAULED, rubbish, garbage, all odd jobs, spring clean up, free firewood removal. 604.344.2171.

LAND CLEARING, logging, excavting, log and timber purchasing call 604.414.5800 or email driftwood@shaw.ca Free estimates

2060 For Sale Miscellaneous COAST BERRY Company, frozen local berries, 30 pounds blueberries, 20 pounds strawberries, can arrange delivery.

604.487.9788 or info@coastberrycompany.com COLEMAN GAS mobile home furnace, model 8600A756, made mid 70s, comes with complete oil gun burner assembly $500 OBO. 604.485.8477.

FIX/SELL BURL clocks Tom 604.487.9755.

HARDY TREE, shrub, and berry seedlings delivered. Order online at www.treetime.ca or call 1.866.873.3846. New growth guaranteed.

INVACARE HOSPITAL bed with rails, like new, $1,495; swivel and slide bath bench, $185. 604.485.4101.

MARLIN 3030 hunting rifle $500, Hip waders, size 7-8 $50, Snap on tools, by appointment.

604.414.4747.

SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawm i l l s . c o m / 4 0 0 O T 1.800.566.6899 Ext:400OT S W I V E L / RO C K E R , T WO TONED beige, $299. Cost $899 new. Rarely used. Moved to new home and does not fit the decor. 604.485.4770.

3560 Pets “ALFRED,” super cute three month old male, tan and white guinea pig. Do you have one that is lonely?

SPCA 604.485.9252.

“CONRAD,” handsome one year old Pit Bull Terrier, friendly white and brindle boy. SPCA 604.485.9252.

“DENNY,” four year old pitbull terrier.

Handsome, brindle, male. SPCA 604.485.9252.

“JACK,” brindle and white pit bull terrier, super handsome senior! SPCA 604.485.9252.

“KATIE,” pretty, two year old American Bulldog. Nice brown girls says, “Stop by for a visit!”

SPCA 604.485.9252.

LOST/FOUND a pet? Adopt-apet? Pet behaviour problems?

Abuse or neglect concerns?

6030 Houses for Sale 3-BDRM MOBILE, new roof, siding, windows, flooring, bathroom, paint, F/S W/D. Call 604.485.5295.

9115 Auto Miscellaneous

Mechanics on Duty

6505 Apartments/Condos for Rent 1-BDRM, quiet, secure, adult building, hardwood floors, ocean view, N/S, N/P, $625/mth includes heat. 604.485.5557.

Bachelor suites 1-, 2- and 3-bdrm Walking distance to mall.

Close to amenities and bus stop. Call to view!

Rents range from $650 - $950/mth

604.485.7927 9135 Motorcycles 2010 YZ-250F, very low hours, near perfect condition, best offer takes. 604.485.2994.

9145 Cars 2005 FORD Crown Victoria, 194,000 kms, maintenance records, two winter tires on rims $5,000 OBO. 604.485.6454.

9185 Boats

PR APARTMENTS 604.485.2038

6515 Commercial

PR4RENT.ca FOR DETAILS ON

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IN POWELL RIVER

604.483.8200 6560 Houses for Rent 4-BDRM, 3-BATH, good family home, close to shopping and beach on a quiet no-thru road. $1,300/mth. Please go to www.powellriver4rent.com to view, and fill out a tenant application. References are required. Call Chris Carlos at 604.485.2741 to set up a viewing appointment. Only serious enquires need apply.

LANG BAY studio cabin, 400 sq ft with large deck, no smoking, no pets, $595/mth including utilities. 1.604.781.9110.

6945 Rooms SINGLE ROOM, located in Townsite, suit single or student, shared kitchen and bath, N/S, N/P, no drugs, available now $400/mth. Call Steve 1.778.867.1456.

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2017 Regency Pilothouse 65 Quarter interest - $814,409 USD

www.one4yacht.com 604-669-2248 9220 RVs/Campers/Trailers 2015 SALEM 27’ dbud travel trailer, fully loaded, large slideout, walk around queen bed $22,500 FIRM. 604.485.2834.

2085 Garage Sales 4325 MYRTLE AVENUE Saturday, January 28 9 am-1 pm Indoor moving sale 4116 WHALEN AVENUE Saturday, January 28 8 am-noon Rain or shine Basement sale, odds and ends 5588 MAPPLE AVENUE Saturday, January 28 9 am-3 pm Moving sale Lots of ladies and girls clothing

8325 Sand & Gravel

604.485.9252.

“MAGEE,” sweet dwarf-eared rabbit, brown neutered male.

SPCA 604.485.9252.

“TEXAS,” Nice, brown, two year old male rabbit. SPCA 604.485.9252.

4025 Health Services

Stevenson Road, Powell River, BC

CANADA BENEFIT GROUP Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability?

Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government.

Toll-free 1.888.511.2250 or www.canadabenefit.ca/freeassessment.

SAND AND GRAVEL PRODUCTS TOPSOIL • QUARRY ROCK SLINGER TRUCK • GRAVEL TRUCK EXCAVATIONS • LAND CLEARING

5020 Business Services DENIED CANADA Pension Plan disability benefits? Under 65 and want to apply for CPP disability benefits? Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can help. Call 1.877.793.3222 www.dcac.ca

5050 Legal Services CRIMINAL RECORD? Why suffer Employment/Licensing loss? Travel/Business opportunities? Be embarrassed? Think: Criminal Pardon. US Entry Waiver. Record Purge. File Destruction. Free Consultation 1.800.347.2540.

604.483.8007

Wide assortment of construction aggregates including our own quarry products. We have the equipment & services to complete any job, including our slinger truck!

4240 Padgett Road Monday to Friday 7 am – 5 pm

604.485.2234

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Chinese New Year special January 27 to 29

Year of the Rooster

All family dinners 15%OFF Monday to Friday 11:30 am-2 pm 4:30-9 pm Saturday and Sunday 4-9 pm

ROOSTER: 2041, 2029, 2017, 2005, 1993, 1981, 1969 Rooster, the sign of awakening, is the 10th of the 12 signs in the cycle of the zodiac. Those who are born under the Year of the Rooster are observant, sensible, punctual, tidy and traditional. They are also trusting, honest, straightforward, ambitious and can tend to be perfectionists. Finally, they can be impatient, critical and sometimes selfish.

RESTAURANT 604.485.2885 • #7-7030 Glacier Street • gourmetcanton.com XXXXXX

Chinese New Year begins on Saturday, January 28, bringing in Year of the Rooster and wrapping up Year of the Monkey, which resulted in many surprises. Year of the Rooster is set to bring new and exciting challenges that will require astute and practical solutions.

Beautiful ambience, view and history Free WiFi in all guest rooms • Three-tier cable television Pets welcome • 10-minute drive to ferry terminal

OX: 2033, 2021, 2009, 1997, 1985, 1973, 1961 Attributes: Industrious, reliable, hardworking leader. Can be stubborn and introverted, but a protective companion.

6251 Yew Street • 604.483.7715 rodmayheritagehotel.com

TIGER: 2034, 2022, 2010, 1998, 1986, 1974, 1962 Attributes: Courageous, charming, seductive, with strong leadership qualities. Can tend to appear moody or intense.

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We offer a full service facility with rooms, suites, meeting areas, banquet room and liquor store

RAT: 2032, 2020, 2008, 1996, 1984, 1972, 1960 Attributes: Wise, quick-witted, clever. Good friend, ever curious, welcoming to challenges, can be greedy.

RABBIT: 2035, 2023, 2011, 1999, 1987, 1975, 1963 Attributes: Enjoys the company of their many friends and family. Entertaining, caring and sincere, avoids conflict.

GONG XI FA CAI

DRAGON: 2036, 2024, 2012, 2000, 1988, 1976, 1964 Attributes: Charismatic, lucky, energetic, kind, authoritative. Natural-born leaders, can be conceited.

CHINESE NEW YEAR DINNER BUFFET

SNAKE: 2037, 2025, 2013, 2001, 1989, 1977, 1965 Attributes: Hardworking, intelligent, seductive, intuitive money-wise. Can be introverted and insecure.

HORSE: 2038, 2026, 2014, 2002, 1990, 1978, 1966 Attributes: Free spirit, energetic, self-reliant, loving and intimate, quick-witted. Can be impatient and seen as a drifter.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 27 TO SUNDAY, JANUARY 29 ADULT $18.50 | UNDER 12 $10.50 SENIORS RECEIVE 10% OFF AND FREE COFFEE AND TEA

GOAT: 2039, 2027, 2015, 2003, 1991, 1979, 1967 Attributes: Thoughtful and creative wanderers, enjoy being alone. Can be disorganized and insecure. Need lots of love and reassurance.

MONKEY: 2040, 2028, 2016, 2004, 1992, 1980, 1968 Attributes: Lively, spirited, upbeat and good at listening. Can lack selfcontrol and be considered a heartbreaker.

DOG: 2042, 2030, 2018, 2006, 1994, 1982, 1970

Attributes: Loyal, sincere, honest, good at business.

Can be temperamental, dogmatic and sensitive.

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HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR A little touch of the Orient...

• • • •

Kites • Windsocks Specialty teas Frozen dim sum Wide assortment of Chinese, Thai, Japanese and Vietnamese cuisine ideas • Hemp seeds • Beautiful blankets • Snap cleaning products Products/eco friendly :: Something for everyone

Open seven days a week PIG: 2043, 2031, 2019, 2007, CLOSED JANUARY 27 AND 28

GOLDEN GATE VARIETY STORE

4706A Marine Avenue 604.485.3099

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1995, 1983, 1971

Attributes: Tasteful, polite, good companion, intelligent and always seeking knowledge. Be careful not to cross them.

604.485.4612 | Crossroads Village OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK 11:30 AM–2 PM AND 4–9 PM

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E SEVILLES G ORANN OW BLE AVAILA

Your Hometown Grocery Store 5687 MANSON AVE • PH 604.483.4011 • OPEN DAILY 9 AM — 6 PM • FRIDAYS TILL 9 PM PRICES IN EFFECT JANUARY 25-31

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Ambrosia Apples

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98

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Ice Cream Assorted, 1.65L

WHOLESOME FOOD

EAT SMART

Green Beans

Kale Salad or Bok Choy

MONTREAL STYLE

LARGE

Pineapples

1 3 3

$ 48 $ 98 $ 98 /lb 3.26/kg

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2

each

98

/lb 6.57/kg

Head Lettuce$

1

48

Large Cauliflower

2

3

Cheese Buns Pkg of 6

2

$ 98

each

CHEEMO

Perogies

/lb 8.77/kg

Assorted, 815-907 g

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Chicken Souvlaki

$ 98 /lb 15.39/kg

100 g

2

Assorted Muffins

3

$ 48

Pkg of 6

100 g

1

$ 98

Pecan Pie

5

$ 98

567 g

GROCERY

98

6

100 g

100 g

$ 48

530 g

Soups

Made Fresh In Store

1

$ 68

Cervelat Salami

Canadian Harvest Bread

Top Round Baron $ of Beef Roast Extra Lean $ Cubed Pork

Assorted, 540 ml

5 48 3 48 /lb 12.08/kg

/lb 7.67/kg

25 $

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ssing Salad Dre 475 ml Assorted,

25 2 $

QUAKER INSTANT

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Assorted, 216-43

GENERAL MILLS

Cheerios

3

$ 68 Orange

Lucky Charms, Cinn. Toast Crunch or Reese Puffs 260-500 g

2

$ 98 $ 98

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$ 28

Corned Beef

P E R S O N A L S E RV I C E

Made Fresh In Store

1

$ 48

Black Forest Ham

/lb 2.16/kg

Jumbo o Brown $ Mushrooms

FOR

ISLAND FARMS CLASSIC

If it doesn’t say Island Farms . . . it isn’t.

35 $ 68 5 $

TROPICANA

Juice

Assorted, 1.65L

29 $

FOR

HEINS

Beans or Pasta Assorted, 398 ml

45 $

FOR

SPOTLESS SAVINGS EVENT

NOW ON ALL MAJOR KITCHEN APPLIANCES †

SAVE UP TO 25%

*

on Qualifying Maytag® Major Appliances** JANUARY 5 – FEBRUARY 1, 2017

† Excludes vents, microwaves and all discontinued models. * Before taxes. ** See in-store sales associate for instant savings details

and list of available qualifying models.

LOCATED DOWNSTAIRS AT MITCHELL BROTHERS 604.483.4949 • 5687 MANSON AVENUE