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TRAIL BLAZER: Graham Cocksedge flies down the last stretch of the recent Marathon Shuffle, held Sunday, April 24 on the Sunshine Coast Trail. Growing popularity of the event foreshadows future challenges for the trail. DAVE BRINDLE PHOTO

Trail attracts worldwide attention Builders and tourism discuss growing challenges DAVE BRINDLE community@prpeak.com

Climbing to new heights of popularity, Sunshine Coast Trail (SCT) is world class and right in our backyard. The longest hut-to-hut hiking trail in Canada is free to use, for now.

However, that might not always be the case, as issues of maintenance and liability are being discussed by local interest groups.

“Particularly when you consider the trail’s importance as an economic driver for our community, it’s a valuable asset,” said Paul Kamon, executive director of Tourism Powell River.

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User fee system may be necessary 1« TRAIL Prestigious, worldwide adventure magazine Explore named SCT to its list of 50 best hikes in the world; a list that includes storied treks such as Grand Canyon Rim to Rim in the United States, Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in Peru, Nepal’s Annapurna Circuit and Tongariro Alpine Crossing in New Zealand.

Now that SCT is on the international eco-tourism radar, it rivals the Powell River region’s longestablished reputation for marine adventures.

“I would suggest it is one of the biggest attractions, on par with Desolation Sound,” said Kamon.

That popularity comes with a price, however.

Currently SCT is, for the most part, maintained through the volunteer work of Powell River Parks and Wilderness Society (PRPAWS).

When looking back on the early years of building and connecting trails and logging roads in the backcountry, PRPAWS co-founder and president Eagle Walz did not envision the extent of how far-reaching the finished trail would become in the hiking world.

“The user-ship and visitors coming from all over the world in the last two years has dramatically climbed and it looks like it’s spiking some more this year,” said Walz.

As SCT draws more and more attention and gains in popularity, it will also present challenges for the future, which will require conversations about funding, he said.

According to Kamon, he and Walz have discussed this issue at length.

“Right now we’re relying so heavily on the generosity of volunteers,” said Kamon. “It’s a valuable asset, so how we solve that issue may perhaps be registration and user fees to generate those funds.”

Kamon explained that SCT needs sustainable resources to address some of the issues around mainte-

nance, insurance and infrastructure.

By comparison, West Coast Trail (WCT), part of Pacific Rim National Park Reserve (PRNPR) on Vancouver Island, requires hikers to pay a $127.50 registration and permit fee.

WCT opened about 43 years ago and is considered one of the great hiking trails in Canada and the world; it is two and a half times shorter than SCT. “Last year, we had over 7,000 visitors,” said Jesse Hannigan, PRNPR acting visitor experience manager.

“The revenue generation function exists to serve multiple purposes, not just for the upkeep and maintenance of the trail, but also for the coordinated emergency response we have on the trail.”

Revenue is also used for search and rescue. WCT hikers are required to have permits in case a response is needed for an emergency.

“The permit function is so we know who is on the trail and we’re aware of when they’re going on and when they’re coming off,” said Hannigan. “It has to do with the visitors’ safety.”

SCT has no registration for revenue generation and its maintenance and infrastructure is worked on by a group of dedicated volunteers.

Permits are not required and Powell River Search and Rescue, another group of volunteers, is partly responsible for rescues.

One function of the 11 huts along the trail, in addition to providing overnight sleeping and rest stops, is to act as emergency shelters. A 12th hut is currently being completed.

At 180 kilometres in length, SCT includes 20 campsites, approximately 13,000 metal markers along the route and 800 signs to indicate various starting points and intersections with other trails or logging roads. Mount Troubridge summit is the highest point at 1,300 metres. “ I t ’s n o t a w a l k a r o u n d [Vancouver’s] Stanley Park, and we

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WALK IN THE WOODS: No statistics exist for how many people use the Sunshine Coast Trail each year. Hundreds take to the trail every spring for the annual Marathon Shuffle. DAVE BRINDLE PHOTO

lay no claim to that,” said Walz.

No quantitative SCT user numbers exist, because hikers can complete different sections at a time, hike for an hour or a day, or hike the complete trail from start to finish,

which can take 10 to 12 days.

Walz believes at some point in the future it will be necessary to implement the same type of registration and permit system WCT uses on the SCT.

Powell River resident Graham Cocksedge shattered his record in the annual Marathon Shuffle held Sunday, April 24.

His time for the 29-kilometre section of the Sunshine Coast Trail from Malaspina Road to Powell Lake Marina beat his previous record by almost nine minutes.

In 2014, the 43-yearold from Powell River ran the trail in 2:22:46.

This year he came in at 2:13:38.

“It hurt, a lot,” said Cocksedge. “You do practice stages on it, the hills seem short and it seems fine. Then you put it all together, it’s a faster pace, the hills are much longer and steeper; it’s a tough finish.”

Marathon Shuffle has been run for 23 years and is a fundraiser for Powell River Parks and Wilderness Society, with help from many community hiking groups. Entry for the event is free.

This year, close to 300 participants ran and hiked. Next to local participants, organizers estimated about 100 people came from Vancouver Island.

“It’s an awesome turnout,” said Cocksedge.

“When you have people from the Island, hundreds of them, focusing on this to come over, I think it’s pretty good for Powell River.”

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Help a call away A United Way information hub project will be expanding to include the rest of the province, including Powell River, this year.

The project, bc211, provides referrals to community, social, non-clinical health and government services.

“At Powell River and District United Way, we believe our community will benefit greatly by having bc211 serve as a hub of information,” stated executive director Dale Lawson in a media release. “It will enable us to easily find service information for our clients, our neighbours and ourselves. From finding a meal program, to securing daycare for a child, to home care support for an aging parent, we all benefit.”

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Recreation department prepares recommendations for off-leash pets CHRIS BOLSTER reporter@prpeak.com

April wildfires PARK LIFE: Westview resident and dog owner Kelly Blaney regularly takes Cooper, his seven-month-old springer spaniel, to Townsite’s unofficial dog park for exercise. CHRIS BOLSTER PHOTO

dren to the park.

Hull said one of the reasons he and his wife Ashley bought their house in 2007 was that it was so close to the park and great for their son, who was one year old at the time.

Not long after fences went up around the park, his

According to Boogaards, his department did not consult neighbours before it went ahead with changing the park. The decision was made by Boogaards’ predecessor.

“That wasn’t an official decision,” said Boogaards.

“The department at the time

That wasn’t an official decision.

The department at the time decided, without council’s blessing, to turn the existing park into a dog park.

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then four-year-old daughter Sariah was “run over” by a large dog, said Hull.

“I was furious,” he said.

Hull said he yelled at the dog owner to control his dog and was told it was a dog park.

“They were completely ambivalent that their dog had just run over my daughter.”

decided, without council’s blessing, to turn the existing park into a dog park.”

Some neighbours say the park has gone to the dogs, literally, and its playing field is no longer usable for children or adults to play soccer.

“It’s hard to spend time at the park when I know one

of us is going to step in a big pile of dog poop,” said Hull.

Hull said he takes his dog for walks down to the river near the mill.

“Dogs don’t need to run on manicured grass,” he said.

“It’s not that exciting for them. They don’t care about grass.”

A proper dog park is not just a fenced-off playing field. It has trees, trails, dirt and it’s not competing with children for space, he said.

“I have no problem with dog parks. I just don’t think they should be mixed with regular ones,” he added.

Boogaards said the city needs to strike a balance between providing safe and clean parks for residents and also providing space for dog owners. The Townsite dog park is a popular spot for dog owners and attracts users from other neighbourhoods.

“Dog parks provide a social component, not only for the dogs, but also for the owners,” he said.

Westview resident and

dog owner Kelly Blaney uses the park regularly as a place to take his dog off the leash and let it run around and play.

“It’s a fenced area, so it’s perfect, as long as the owners clean up after the dogs; that’s the key,” said Blaney.

Boogaards and his staff are currently working on the expanded regional recreation initiative study recommendations. Facilities for dogs is just one of the many topics in the study, he said.

Boogaards said he wanted to wait for the report to be released publicly before commenting on possible changes the city could make to solve the issue.

Parks, recreation and culture is currently completing a dog park at the site of the old Max Cameron Senior Secondary school.

Boogaards said he was unable to comment on what the city’s plans are for Henderson Park after the Max Cameron dog park opens.

Officials at the Coastal Fire Centre are waiting until June to make any predictions on how severe this year’s wildfire season will be.

According to a media release from BC Wildfire Service, the centre will be monitoring how much rain falls in the region before making any determinations about danger levels.

With several wildfires already burning around Fort St. John and Burns Lake, the provincial government issued open fire restrictions for northern BC on Wednesday, April 20. April is a burn month in Powell River.

Mischief investigation Powell River RCMP are reporting that an investigation into an alleged sexual assault on Monday, April 18, outside an apartment building at Westview and Joyce, is now an investigation into public mischief and public safety is not at risk.

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Recommendations are coming on how City of Powell River will address the problem of off-leash dogs in public parks, said Ray Boogaards, city director of parks, recreation and culture.

“We’ve got a lot of problems with unleashed dogs and a problem with people not cleaning up after their pets,” said Boogaards.

City of Powell River’s animal control bylaw stipulates that dogs are not allowed to be off-leash in public and that owners are to clean up after them.

Of particular concern are playing fields in the city, where dogs are digging holes and leaving other hazards on the fields.

“When the kids are playing soccer, they are stepping in [dog feces] or sliding in it,” said Boogaards.

All dogs, even leashed, are banned from Willingdon Beach, Larry Gouthro and Mowat Bay parks from May to September. During the rest of the year they are permitted, but only on a leash.

Signs are posted, but it is common to see dogs in the parks year-round.

Reports have also been made of larger dogs running at people and city staff, said Boogaards.

Townsite resident and dog owner Matt Hull lives across the road from Henderson Park, Powell River’s unofficial dog park, and he said he does not feel comfortable taking his dog or small chil-

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City waits on dispensary verdict Councillors advised to wait for Abbotsford decision CHRIS BOLSTER reporter@prpeak.com

OPEN DOOR: Powell River’s second medical marijuana dispensary opened its doors a week before the federal government announced it would begin drafting legislation to legalize pot.

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City of Powell River officials are waiting for a decision from the province’s highest court before making a decision on how to handle the opening of a non-profit marijuana dispensary chain outlet on Marine Avenue.

WeeMedical Dispensary Society, based in Nanaimo, set up shop on Wednesday, April 13. The dispensary opened without a business licence and city officials said they did not receive an application, despite the city’s requirements that all businesses be licensed. Powell River RCMP has said it considers the operation illegal.

In January, City of Abbotsford applied to the BC Supreme Court for an injunction to close a dispensary that opened last fall without a business licence.

Pot activist and shop owner Don Briere appealed the decision; the case is before the BC Court of Appeal. The court’s decision is expected in the coming weeks.

“This is becoming a nightmare for local governments across the province,” said City of Powell River councillor Maggie Hathaway at the Tuesday, April 19, commit-

tee of the whole meeting.

The burden of medical marijuana dispensaries should not fall on local government to solve with bylaws, said Hathaway. Provincial and federal governments should be taking a more involved approach, she added.

Without assistance from higher levels of government, response to the dispensaries has been mixed. Some, like City of Abbotsford, have issued injunctions to stop dispensaries from opening up, while others have issued business licences, amended zoning and created bylaws to regulate them.

Hathaway’s council portfolio is protective services and she leads an informal committee that includes mayor Dave Formosa, RCMP staff sergeant Rod Wiebe and other city emergency responder representatives. Hathaway said she wants to meet with the committee to put plans in place for how the city can approach the problem.

“It’s a criminal bylaw issue. Do we deal with this through the RCMP as a criminal offence or do we deal with it through a bylaw because they don’t have a business licence?” she said.

“We really need to do some brainstorming to see what is the best route to take. We need to take some sort of action, but I’m unsure what that should be.”

Federal Justice minister Jane Philpott announced on Wednesday, April 20, that

the Government of Canada will pursue marijuana legalization next year.

Councillor Russell Brewer said in light of the federal government’s plans, he would like to see the city take a more conciliatory approach to the dispensary.

Brewer said he would like to have staff prepare a report on how City of Victoria and Port Alberni have taken steps to regulate dispensaries, including provisions to keep minors out of the shops.

Despite the issue of the whether pot will be legalized, Hathaway said the business operating in violation of the city’s bylaws without any action being taken sends the wrong message.

“Dealing with marijuana may not be the city’s job, but making sure businesses that operate in the city are licensed, that’s our bylaws and we need to enforce them,” she said.

Hathaway said she was fine with waiting for the results of the appeal, but in the meantime she said she wanted the city to be prepared with plans for either result.

As long as marijuana continues to be illegal, without amending its bylaws the city would not be able issue a business licence to the dispensary, said chief administrative officer Mac Fraser at the meeting.

A representative of WeeMedical declined to comment for this story.

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Council approved councillor Maggie Hathaway looking into the city hosting a community appreciation event at Willingdon Beach following the 2016 Sea Fair parade on July 23. Hathaway will report back to council at a following meeting with a recommendation.

non-profits including: $10,000 for Powell River Action Centre Food Bank; $5,000 for BC Francophone Youth Council; $3,000 for Malaspina Land Conservancy Society; $2,500 for Powell River Sea Fair Society; $2,000 for Powell River and District Christmas Cheer Committee; $2,000 for Marine Area Business Association; and $1,000 for Powell River Cycling Association.

Approves water main application

Gives third reading for rezoning

Council approved staff submitting a grant application to the New Building Canada Small Communities Fund for the replacement of the city’s principle water supply conduit at Haslam Lake.

Council gave third reading to bylaws that amend the zoning and designation on a parcel of land in Townsite near Brooks Secondary School for a possible future campus of Sino Bright School. Those bylaws will sit at third reading until after BC Agricultural Land Commission provides its decision on whether the land can be excluded from the provincial agricultural reserve.

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[Simons], and we met with some of the councillors from Powell River and Sechelt, and that’s what they mentioned,” she said.

Tyunin added that as well as filling a gap in BC Transit service between Halfmoon Bay and Earls Cove, the second route will work for Powell River travellers on days when the main route is not running. He said those passengers could get to Saltery Bay, then meet the bus when they get off in Earls Cove, take it to Langdale and then use Translink out of Horseshoe Bay. Tyunin and Zanazovsky also said they still have a lot of work to do between now and the launch of the service, including promotion and settling the details of fares and schedules.

SCC indicated fares will likely be a little higher than Malaspina Coach Line’s were, but hope to keep fares for seniors close to what they were used to.

SCC has been talking with BC Ferries and has a commitment for assured loading if the bus is at the terminal 30 minutes ahead of the sailing, but no discount agreement yet. “[BC Ferries] said they need to see what the volume of passengers will be after one year,” said Tyunin.

He added that the need to wait before negotiating a discount with BC Ferries is another reason fares will be a bit higher.

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Assault James Lester Allan Sims (born 1987) was sentenced to one day in jail for charges including assault causing bodily harm, uttering threats and breaching a probation order. Sims was fined $100 in victim surcharges, ordered to provide a DNA sample, given two years probation and prohibited from owning a firearm for 10 years.

Uttering threats Robert Joseph Baillie (born 1993) was given a suspended sentence with 18 months probation and a $100 victim surcharge for uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm.

Simon Robert Cardwell (born 1970) was given a suspended sentence with 12 months probation and a $100 victim surcharge for uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm.

Robert Bruce Sidwell (born 1960) was given a suspended sentence with 12 months probation and a $100 victim surcharge for uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm.

Driving while prohibited William Lee Boese (born 1994) was sentenced to a one-year driving prohibition, fined $500 and a $75 victim surcharge for driving while prohibited/licence suspended.

Fraud and theft Karla Diane Wichmann (born 1977) was given a six-month conditional sen-

tence, a year of probation and a $200 victim surcharge for fraud, theft and theft of $5,000 or under.

Possession of controlled substance Andrew Justin Timothy (born 1983) was given a suspended sentence with six months probation and a $100 victim surcharge for possession of a controlled substance.

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A Sechelt company that recently had its bus-service application to link the upper and lower Sunshine Coast approved by BC’s Passenger Transportation Board (PTB) is planning round trips from Powell River to Vancouver three times a week beginning in May. Sunshine Coast Connector (SCC) had its application fast-tracked under rules that allow for quick approval where there is urgent public need.

SCC will step in to offer service on a route previously run by Malaspina Coach Lines, which ceased operations last September, and is also planning a new route between Earls Cove and Langdale.

Powell River to Vancouver and return service will be offered on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. A smaller bus will make two round trips per day between Earls Cove and Langdale.

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ers’ previous experience.

Dmitry Tyunin and Lana Zanazovsky have been in the transportation business since 2007, and the PTB said the partners have the necessary financing in place and a realistic business plan.

The PTB’s decision also stated there is an obvious need and “resumption of this service will promote sound economic conditions in the transportation business on the Sunshine Coast.”

Simons said he is pleased with the outcome and the company’s plans.

“The Langdale/Earls Cove route is an interesting new possibility that will allow a lot more people to get to and from Sunshine Coast communities,” said Simons. “I’m very happy that public need was obvious to an entrepreneurial couple who could immediately fill an important need in our communities.”

PTB is giving the company six months to have at least one bus up and running, but Tyunin said they expect to be on the road well before that deadline and hope to start running between Powell River and Vancouver in early May, with the second route getting started later that month.

Zanazovsky said the need for a more frequent service between the top of the peninsula and Langdale was something they had been hearing in the community.

“We went to see the MLA, Nicholas

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TOWARD UTOPIA: Futurist and self-avowed optimist Guy Dauncey has been studying human potential in shaping the future. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Author hopes to change future Guy Dauncey’s fiction envisions Vancouver in 2032 DAVE BRINDLE community@prpeak.com

Guy Dauncey’s fictional book Journey to the Future: A Better World Is Possible makes it clear where the selfdescribed futurist stands on the subject of utopia.

“If you have a spectrum with total dystopia at one end of dark, black and grey, and utopia at the other end, mine is definitely toward the utopian end,” said Dauncey. “I work on the basis that every single thing we’ve achieved has been premised by a positive vision and a positive dream of the future.”

Dauncey, who lives in Ladysmith, will be bringing his particular vision of that unfolding future to town on Thursday, April 28.

Dauncey recognizes that scientists all over the world have collectively come together and proclaimed that this is a new era for humanity; one which is cynical, negative and despairing. He thinks in terms of making positive things happen.

“If I look at the future purely on current trends, I can be very pessimistic,” he said. “If I look at the future on the basis of human potential to change things to make a difference in the world, then I become optimistic.”

Dauncey admitted to having an outrageous sense of pride and confidence in what he thinks he can achieve.

“My goal is to change the whole world’s thinking from negative to positive,” he said.

Dauncey doesn’t know of any college course that offers futurism, so he has defined himself as someone who devotes comprehensive time in researching the possible trends and outcomes that might occur.

After spending three and a half years considering those possibilities, the result is his 10th book and first work of fiction.

Dauncey summarized his dust-jacket blurb for Journey to the Future as being about a 24-year-old character who visits Vancouver in the year 2032, when it has become one of the world’s greenest cities.

“He finds a city flourishing with solar power on every roof, food being grown everywhere, streets full of electric bicycles, electric cars, electric buses and people re-

ally happy and connecting in their communities,” said Dauncey, “but he also discovers there is an ongoing concern about a deeper crisis still unfolding globally, and dark shadows still lurk.”

Politically, Dauncey said he would support Bernie Saunders’ presidential campaign in the United States and is keen on what the Democrat is doing during the primaries.

“It’s interesting, a lot of what he’s asking for is already the rule in Canada,” he said. “It’s the norm, the way we live in Canada. I see that progressive change is important. I think we’ve lost sight of some of the possibilities of what we can do as humans.”

In keeping with his undaunted optimism, most of Dauncey’s previous writings are about solutions.

Dauncey is founder of the BC Sustainable Energy Association, co-founder of the national organization Prevent Cancer Now and co-founder of Victoria Car Share Co-operative.

Dauncey reads at Evergreen Theatre in Powell River Recreation Complex on Thursday, April 28, at 7 pm as part of Earth Month.

For more information, go to earthfuture.com.

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Growing pains Tourist season is coming. Fast. The buzz around town is that 2016 will be one of the busiest tourism summers in Powell River history, and all evidence so far this spring points in that direction.

Increased tourism will bring with it a divide in opinions. Those who understand its importance to our economy and future identity will be quick to welcome tourists to the area. Unfortunately, others will shun or ignore tourists; it is the natural response to change.

Sunshine Coast Trail is one key example of how tourist destinations will be tested by numbers this year. As the trail is used more and more, the need for maintenance will also increase. This presents problems for the dedicated volunteer groups that keep the trails safe and enjoyable year-round.

After decades of relying on volunteers to maintain the trails, including the building of 12 huts along the 180-kilometre trail by Powell River Parks and Wilderness Society, it is long overdue Powell River area is at a pivotal that funds are point for tourism, which has injected into become one of the city’s largest the trail. The same could be industries. Like it or not, facilities said about our such as Sunshine Coast Trail other tourism are what will be bringing people destinations and activities. to Powell River in droves.

Powell River area is at a pivotal point for tourism, which has become one of the city’s largest industries.

Like it or not, facilities such as Sunshine Coast Trail are what will be bringing people to Powell River in droves.

Infrastructure that surrounds tourism is also crucial. As tourists come to town this summer for all of the outdoor activities and cultural festivals Powell River has to offer, they will be looking to have a complete experience, including accommodations, services, retail outlets and restaurants.

While Powell River is improving in all of these areas, has it reached the quantity and quality needed to support the amount of tourism expected?

It has been decades since Powell River was just that little mill town at the end of the road, and now it is a world-class destination with more to offer tourists than most of its surrounding cities.

Many trips are already planned or are being planned right now, and it is guaranteed that this area is on an impressive number of itineraries this summer.

If Powell River can fully embrace its newfound identity, it can secure its future.

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Growing a garden to feed the family

By Christine Wood This spring marks three years in our first home and the third year we’ve planted a garden on the property.

When we were renters, planting a garden seemed to be the kiss of death. Three times we established a food garden or a flower garden and then were served with news of the rental selling and our need to vacate.

I remember smiling with great delight when we planted our first garden at our new home in April 2013. I may have even shed a little happy tear while planting those first peas, carrots and sunflowers.

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Last weekend I managed to get peas, lettuce, kale, cabbage, parsnips, onions, garlic, beets, tomatoes and potatoes planted in our raised garden bed, with much pride.

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I’ve come a long way from my childhood in Calgary, where we always had a yard but never had a food garden. My mother was fond of flowers but the thought of growing a garden to eat from never occurred to her; that’s what supermarkets were for.

My mother wasn’t the It wasn’t until I moved anomaly. No one I grew up with had vegetable gardens to the Sunshine Coast in at home. All of our parents 1999 that I was introduced relied on Safeway to nourish us and most of us grew up on to the world of gardening boxed, canned or otherwise and the power packed packaged food.

It wasn’t until I moved to within a tiny seed. the Sunshine Coast in 1999 that I was introduced to able to start harvesting from our the world of gardening and the food garden and feeding my fam- power packed within a tiny seed. ily with the bounty. Last year I It seemed like second nature to made my first meal of borscht most folks here on the coast, but completely from our garden; it I had no clue. was an amazing feeling.

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KARRY JONES Manitoba Avenue The city should provide more designated areas for dogs to run around.

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SARA BLUM Maple Avenue The city could create an area for small dogs separate from large dogs and provide more bag and trash stations.

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Could picking up trash ever be a job of the past? Organizers of Powell River Regional District’s annual Trash Bash have a vision that has the potential to reorient how people think of garbage and what garbage contains.

On Saturday, April 30, volunteers will head out on a hunt for illegally dumped garbage for the annual Trash Bash as part of Earth Month.

Clad with thick gloves and sturdy boots, these trash bashers will fill multiple bags full of garbage, load them into trailers and trucks and deliver them to the Trash Bash operations base at Willingdon Beach.

“This is the fifth Trash Bash I have helped organize and there are reoccurring illegal dump spots,” said Abby McLennan, one of the organizers and a member of the regional district’s Let’s Talk Trash team. “Do we just allow it to keep happening?”

The regional district is responsible for solid-waste management for the entire area and it sees potential in a permanent resource-recovery centre.

“The concept is to provide a depot where you have more disposal options than just garbage or recycling,” said McLennan. “Is this really [the product’s] end of life? It could be to you, but when you look at the actual product or item, it might not.”

McLennan said the concept is a circular centre. “You would come in and there would be places to drop off items that could be fixed or tinkered with, or salvageable items, things that could be up-cycled and then you move into recycling, because that is like a down-cycle, and then very last would be disposal.”

Space could be put aside for artisans or people in the community wishing to collect specific objects, such as pallets or coffee bean sacks, said McLennan. It could be a holistic space for divergence of materials and be educational and creative; plus, there could be a partnership with the Powell River Botanical Society and bioremediation of the ground could create a beautiful working garden, she said.

With everything in one place, spending a bit of time sorting through trash and seeing it reused or repurposed could be what sparks the conscious change needed to keep the community clean.

The regional district applied for a

GARBAGE EDUCATORS: Members of the Powell River Regional District’s Let’s Talk Trash team, Inger-Lise Burns [left] and Abby McLennan, are helping to organize this year’s Trash Bash, which takes place Saturday, April 30, as part of Earth Month. JANET SOUTHCOTT PHOTO

grant to clean up the old incinerator site to ministry specifications, then the build out of the centre. The grant is worth $6 million and, if approved, the regional district would have to fund an additional $2.6 million.

People participating in this year’s Trash Bash can register at Willingdon Beach between 9:30 am and 3 pm.

Depending on where people are coming from, it may make sense to pick up trash and take it to the event, registering at the end of the day.

“One of the things first-timers notice is the volume of people out there participating who are volunteering to clean up the community,” said McLennan, “and how everyone has a smile on their face and there is a genuinely happy vibe on something that it seems there really shouldn’t be.”

From noon to 1:30 pm lunch will be provided by Ecossentials and chef Jacqueline Huddleston. Local steelhead plus local potatoes and stinging nettle soup, together with two salads with greens from Barn Dance Farm, are on offer; there are vegan as well as child-friendly meals and door prizes.

Inger-Lise Burns, also an organizer of the Trash Bash and a member of the Let’s Talk Trash team, said items that had been illegally dumped, or residential items such as appliances, can be brought to the Trash Bash.

For the residential collection, “the items are the same as last year: washers, dryers, fridges, freezers, barbe-

cues, plus clean wood waste, car tires, scrap metal, mattresses and furniture,” said Burns. Those big, bulky items are often the ones dumped illegally, added McLennan.

City of Powell River is also participating, with CUPE Local 798 and local charities collecting household items from property owners who have mobility challenges. There is a $15 charge, which is a fundraiser for the charities. This service is available by calling 604.485.8657.

A new item this year is the TrashOut App for cell phones, available at trashout.me.

“You take a picture of the trash you discover and it automatically takes a GPS and puts it on a map for you,” said Burns. The app asks questions about the type of waste and size of the pile.

“It is a great resource for people who want to pick it up,” she said. “Instead of getting frustrated and feeling disempowered, you can do something.”

Also at the Trash Bash, two artists will be re-purposing the “trash” on site to create art installations and there will be a “pickers’ paradise.”

McLennan will act as gatekeeper as trucks come into the base area, laden down with trash. She will determine whether any of that trash might be salvageable. “Anyone can pick up from there,” she said.

For more information, contact trashbash@powellriverrd.bc.ca or call 604.485.0020.

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Girl excels in dog handling JASON SCHREURS publisher@prpeak.com

Popularity of dog shows skyrocketed in 2000 when the comedy film Best in Show was released, but nine-yearold Panagiota Rounis was exposed to the sport through her family. Plus, she wasn’t even born when the movie came out.

Panagiota’s mother Siona also grew up handling and showing dogs, which was a big factor in the young girl’s recent success at a national competition in Chilliwack, BC. Competing against professional handlers, Panagiota won best overall handler one day of the event and an award of merit for regionals another day, as well as winning the junior novice class.

“I’m very proud,” said Siona. “It’s incredibly intimidating being in that ring with professionals because that’s what they do for a living. For Panagiota to be able to go in there and hold her own and get some winning done at nine, I’m very impressed.”

The girl became interested

in showing dogs at the age of six and was given her own Havanese show dog, Effie, a year later.

“It’s really fun and I like doing it,” said Panagiota, “and I feel really happy because it’s my dog on the end of the leash.”

Just one month after Panagiota was given Effie, she was showing the dog.

Siona said she distinctly remembers when her daughter first entered the dogshow ring.

“I was probably more emotional than I thought I was going to be, but it was lots of fun,” said Siona. “My mom and I watched her the first time and I was in tears.”

Siona also showed dogs while growing up and is happy to return to the sport with her daughter after leaving it for 20 years.

“I was super excited when Panagiota wanted to do it, and even more when she was able to do it,” said Siona.

The family moved to Powell River last September from Nanaimo when the father, Bill, took a job as principal

of Kelly Creek Community School. Panagiota’s younger sister Anastacia, four, has also recently taken an interest in the sport.

Panagiota, currently in grade three at James Thomson Elementary School, shows incredible promise as a professional handler, according to Ladysmith-based dogshow judge Doug Savory.

“If she wants to continue on and be a professional handler, she has an excellent opportunity to do that,” said Savory, a dog breeder who is in the long process of obtaining dog-show judging certification. “There are people who are using Panagiota now to handle their dogs and she’s getting group placements on those dogs. There are a lot of people who can show dogs their whole life and never get a group placement.”

One of the major benefits of competing in dog shows, according to Siona, is lessons learned in responsibility, time management and working as a team; important skills for any nine year old, and ones that Panagiota

DOG WHISPERER: Nine-year-old Panagiota Rounis recently won honours at a national dog show competition against professional handlers. Pictured here with judges Gloria Geringer [left] of USA and Lois Wilson of South Africa, the girl has shown her Havanese, Effie, since she was seven years old. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

has excelled at.

“It’s taught her to be a lot more responsible at a younger age,” said Siona. “She’s in charge of this little animal and it depends on her to know everything is okay.”

In her most recent win, Panagiota beat out adult handlers with many more years experience. There are two reasons for this, said Savory.

“Her confidence and her

ability to listen,” he said.

“When she listens to what the judges tell her, she goes and practices what she’s been told, which is huge. But her confidence in the ring at her age is just amazing. She’s one of the best handlers of that age I’ve ever seen.”

As for Effie the Havanese, Panagiota said her dog can sometimes get pretty excited, as most dogs do, before

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“Effie is kind of funny because she will jump up on you and her tail will be going back and forth, and then she’ll be licking you and constantly jumping on you,” said Panagiota, adding that once the two enter actual competition, the dog quickly settles down. “She just knows that when she’s in the ring she has to be good.”

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“Our pilot has had strong reviews from all our stakeholders, so we have committed ongoing funding and support for the proposed program for next year,” said Yule.

ESHEC did not begin with solutions, said Burechailo.

The project started with a lot of questions and ended with a lot of questions still to be answered, she said.

Among the groups involved in youth sexual education and health, Burechailo wants to broaden the knowledge of parents, who have the most influence on sexual behaviour.

“As I tell parents in my learning sessions, keep talking, at least one conversation a week,” she said.

“Kids have questions, even if they’re not asking them, and there’s lots to talk about.

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hensive conversations help promote healthy and responsible behaviours. They can reduce rates of sexual risk-taking, unplanned pregnancy, infection, sexual abuse and assault, and gender- and orientation-based harassment.”

In a presentation to the school board, Burechailo reported that her research indicates Powell River youth have similarities and differences to other rural Canadian youth.

“Rural Canadians bare the burden of higher negative sexual health outcomes,” said Burechailo. “In Powell River we have higher rates, higher than provincial averages, of some sexual risk behaviours and sexual health outcomes.”

One noteworthy comparison to other rural communities, however, found Powell River’s teen birthrate at its lowest rate ever.

For its part, the school district wants to continue the discussion with students,

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Talking, asking and learning about the sexual health of Powell River youth occupied family physician Leta Burechailo’s time for an entire year. She discovered the subject can be charged, challenging and often personal.

From April 1, 2015, to March 31, 2016, Burechailo conducted the youth-focused Enhancing Sexual Health Education and Care (ESHEC) pilot project with the support and participation of School District 47.

On Tuesday, April 19, she presented a final report to school board trustees.

“Dr. Burechailo delivers difficult subject matter using plain language in a way that resonates with her student audiences,” said school district superintendent Jay Yule.

Burechailo’s presentations connected with more than young people. Equally important is the education of parents, family physicians, nurses and people working with youth, such as case workers, social workers and teachers.

“The project was basically to have a look at youth sexual health and education in the community, learn about it and then, through the presentation and surveys, improve access to education for kids, youth and young adults, and also the people invested in their lives,” said Burechailo.

ESHEC arose from B urechailo ’s work at Vancouver Coastal Health’s Powell River Youth Clinic.

Through that interaction she said she gained insight into young peoples lives and their health issues.

“The first key learning from the project was that people’s shared vulnerability and discomfort often came from a misunderstanding about what sexual health is,” said Burechailo.

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BUSINESS »

Local business show grows SHANE CARLSON shane@prpeak.com

February 2014 marked the end of a era and a new beginning in the business landscape of Powell River. After 23 years, Evergreen Exhibitions decided not to return to town with its Powell River Home Show.

Rather than accept the disappointing news, a three-time exhibitor at previous home shows decided to investigate how to revive the event.

“I was fairly new to being back in Powell River with a new business and the home show was one of my biggest revenue generators of the year,” said Leah Rourke, owner of Relish Interiors. “It was the best tool I had for meeting potential clients, so I decided to look into making sure it continued for people who felt the same way.”

After researching everything involved with organizing and producing a new version of the show and putting together a budget, Powell River Home and Garden Show was born. Three months later, Rourke’s vision was realized when the inaugural weekend of the show’s current incarnation took place.

“The first year I didn’t start planning until March and the show was in May,” said Rourke. “It was really challenging to get exhibitors because it was such short notice and I didn’t have a list to draw from; it was starting from scratch.”

Prior to Rourke’s first year as organizer, the home show was part of a circuit that included stops on Vancouver Island, the Lower Mainland and Sunshine Coast.

“It was starting to fizzle out. The organizing group was from out of town and wasn’t doing anything to engage with the community and give people a good reason to come,” said Rourke. “They were having a hard time getting businesses to exhibit.”

Rourke placed more focus on local businesses, to give Powell River residents the opportunity to learn about products and services available in their own backyard. After the 2014 show, Powell River Home and Garden Association (PRHGA) was created with an aim to address a disconnect between local businesses and consumers by bringing them together at a well-organized event.

“Powell Riverites are very community oriented, and we believe they want to support local businesses,” said Rourke. “But the truth is, sometimes it is easier to shop out of town, or order things online, because local consumers don’t know everything that is available right here.”

The non-profit group, which now

produces the show on an annual basis, includes Rourke, its president, and board members Melanie Sullivan, Daniela D’Onofrio, Valerie Griffiths and Marci Gruntman.

PRHGA believes putting a face to local business through the home and garden show reinforces community strength and builds consumer trust, said Rourke.

According to Powell River Chamber of Commerce vice-president Cory Carr, PRHGA has provided more of a local feel for the show.

“They’ve done a great job bringing in local vendors and turning it into much more of a community event,” said Carr.

Heading into its third year, the evolution and popularity of the show is evident, based on the growing number of businesses participating and residents choosing to attend in 2014 and 2015. As a result, exhibitor booths are sold out for the 2016 show, with local businesses accounting for 95 per cent of the reservations.

“Businesses have found a great value in terms of getting a booth now compared to what it used to be,” said Carr. “It has given the business community an avenue to let people know what they do.”

Rourke’s goal, and that of PRHGA’s board, she said, is to always find different ways to make the show interesting, new and fresh. A variety of contests and amenities have been added in a effort to draw more people in.

READY FOR VISITORS: Realtors and Powell River Home and Garden Show sponsors [standing from left] Bill Bailey, Brandy Peterson, Carla McKamey and [seated left] Valerie Griffiths, and Powell River Home and Garden Association president Leah Rourke, hope for large crowds at the two-day event this weekend. ALICIA BAAS PHOTO

“We’ve doubled in size in both exhibitors and attendees, we’re pretty happy with it.” said Rourke.

“Now people are starting to realize it’s a good event and putting it in their calendars.”

PRHGA is hoping more than 5,000 people will attend the 2016 show and witness the impressive efforts some of the businesses put

into their booths and displays, said Rourke.

Powell River Home and Garden Show takes place from 4-9 pm Friday, April 29, and 9 am-5 pm Saturday, April 30, at Hap Parker Arena in Powell River Recreation Complex. For more information, visit fb.com/powellriverhomeshow or call 604.485.9333.

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SPORTS »

Local mixed martial arts fighter improves record Michael Hill improves record to 9-4, prepares for next test DAVE BRINDLE community@prpeak.com

Kansas City rapper Tech N9ne’s “Einstein” was blaring on the speakers when Powell River’s Michael “The Mercenary” Hill stepped into the cage for his first fight in mixed martial arts (MMA).

“It was the first fight of the night and I was fighting the hometown kid,” said Hill. “I remember walking out, it was dark, the lights came on, and the fog machine, then my walk-out music. There was that voice inside my head that said, ‘This is what you’re meant to do; this is you.’”

The 28-year-old fights as a 170-pound welterweight, considered, along with heavyweight and lightweight divisions, one of the top three in the eight weight classes of MMA. Within his division, Hill said he is one of the toughest.

“I’m a tough nail, a tough fight for anyone,” he said. “I’ve fought the toughest guys in the country.

For someone to step up to the plate and say, ‘I want to fight Mike Hill,’ it’s a tough thing to do.”

On April 15, Hill went into Spencer “The Judge” Jebb’s hometown of Grande Prairie, AB, and fought to a split-decision victory; an important win for Hill, who

continues to climb the welterweight rankings. Jebb is ranked number 11 in Western Canada for welterweights; number 12 in the country.

According to Hill, whose record is now at 9-4, he cannot afford a loss.

“Once you lose two fights in a row, people forget about you,” he said. “Fighting is a sport of who can last the longest. It’s survival of the fittest; it’s survival of the strongest.”

Top 10 Ultimate Fighting Championship fighters in the world today are all 35 to 38 years old, said Hill. At best, Hill has 10 more years in the cage, barring injury or any unforeseen circumstances, he said.

Hill now has a daughter, Blythe, who was born 10 months ago. It has been a struggle to be in her life, he said, and fighting interferes with that.

“You’ve got to be selfish,” said Hill. “A lot of people don’t understand what it takes. I have a fight lined up against a UFC star in six weeks, but right now it’s just about being in my daughter’s life.”

Hill was a star athlete growing up in Powell River. However, he admits to causing a ruckus at times.

“I coached him on the soccer team and he was a very good player,” said Tony Rice, Brooks Secondary School vice-principal. “He didn’t always move in a straight line. He was energetic, let’s say that.”

MMA is not what a traditional Powell River kid would end up doing, said Rice, adding that he thought the timing was perfect for

HOMEBRED FIGHTER: Michael Hill entered the sport of mixed martial arts after becoming inspired by ultimate fighting television programs. Since fighting competitively, he has excelled in the welterweight category.

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his former student, who arrived on the MMA scene when it was just taking off.

In 2009, Hill said he and his friends started watching a new reality show.

“The Ultimate Fighter came on TV; the sport wasn’t big until that show,” said Hill. “Me and my friends were hell-raiser kids; we were into fighting. I just said one

RIVER POWER: Pow! Town Roller Derby held a bout on Saturday, April 23, at its new venue, the Thunderdome (formerly Liquidation World). Rink Minx Roller Girls from Campbell River defeated Pow! Town Brawl Stars 214171. DAVE BRINDLE PHOTO

day to my friend, ‘I can do this.’ I told everyone I was going to go do it and everyone just kind of shook their heads.”

Hill did do it. He may not have the best record or ranking, but has proven he can fight since turning professional almost six years ago.

If cleared by doctors through a protocol of post-fight medicals,

Hill’s reputation as a tough guy who takes on the toughest fighters will be put to the test at the main event of Prestige FC 7, against London, ON’s Jesse “The Body Snatcher” Ronson, whose record is 15-7-0.

“You train for eight weeks for 15 minutes that night,” said Hill. “It can end in five seconds; it can go 15 minutes. It’s a crazy ride.”

BRAWL STAR: Nicki Lister, whose roller derby name is Purple Reign, is right in the middle of it for Pow! Town Brawl Stars during the bout versus Campbell River’s Rink Minx Roller Girls. DAVE BRINDLE PHOTO

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1105 Obituaries

Bill Aspden July 27, 1938 – April 7, 2016

William Ernest Aspden, known to all as Bill, aged 77, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly from a heart attack on April 7 at 11 am at Willingdon Creek Village.

He was surrounded by care staff and supported by Lilia Gould. Our thanks to all staff and Lilia for their care.

Bill was predeceased by his devoted wife Lynne, née Stubbs, in 2013 after 38 years of marriage. He is survived by his sister Joyce O’Reilly and their cousins Antony, Mary, Joan and Hilda, all living in the north of England.

Bill is also survived by his brothers-in-law Michael Stubbs of Campbell River and Bob Stubbs of Quesnel; and sisterin-law Joanne Otto of Fort McMurray, Alberta. Bill also leaves behind nephews and nieces.

Bill grew up near Burnley, Lancashire, England and was in the Royal Air Force from 1956 to 1963. He trained as a teacher in Hull and taught in Salford, part of Manchester.

He came to Canada in 1970, drawn by the mountains, and taught in Quesnel and Prince Rupert, where he met Lynne. They married in December 1974 and taught in Powell River from that time until retirement.

In his younger days, Bill enjoyed walking, cycling, skiing, climbing and caving. He led and taught outdoor pursuits in the RAF, and to children from the school in Manchester in his spare time. He also climbed with famous climbers such as Don Whillans when he lived in Manchester.

In Powell River, Bill enjoyed being a member of Toastmasters and was keen on sailing. He always read a lot of books, was a deep thinker and also a member of Mensa. He was always coming up with fresh jokes, even on the morning he passed away he was joking with staff.

He was a kind and gentle man, polite to all.

There will be a celebration of Bill’s life at Stubberfield Funeral Home on Monday, May 2, at 2 pm, followed by a reception, the location of which will be announced at the celebration.

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COURTS OF HEAVEN CONFERENCE April 29, 30, 2016

Venue: Evangel Pentecostal Church 5139 Manson Avenue

Speaker: Murray Dueck and team Founder of Samuel’s Mantle Prophetic Training School Learn practical tools to deepen your relationship with God. Learn ways God can speak to you. A special encounter weekend for all who attend.

Contact : richmanhazel@hotmail.com for more details Early registration by April 24 • Single $30 • Married $50 Or at the door: Single $40 • Married $60 Sponsored by The Encounter Centre/Healing Rooms

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Robert “Jammer” Ellerby November 16, 1944 - March 25, 2016 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dad Rob (Jammer).

Rob was predeceased by his oldest son Steuart in 2012 and is survived by his daughter Allison and granddaughter Kaci of Powell River; and his son Michael (Karen) and grandsons Austin and Bryce of Fernie, BC. He is also survived by three of his five siblings: sisters Anna May (Jack) and Marg (Jake) and his brother John (Vera) and his extended family and friends.

Dad was born and raised in Powell River and never wanted to be anywhere else; he loved it here. He grew up between Okeover, Lund and Townsite, knew how to operate boats from a young age, and loved being on the water, whether lake or the ocean.

Rob worked in the paper machines in the Powell River mill for 38 years before his retirement. He was also a volunteer firefighter for 10 years (1983-1994) with Malaspina Volunteer Fire Department and gained many friendships being involved in the community.

No service by request. There will be a family gathering at a later date.

For the grandkids, as dad would say, “okay, bye for now.’’

1100 In Memoriam Your donation “In Memory” will enhance health care in the Powell River area.

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Remembering a special person and special times.

His wife Rosalie

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NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Powell River Waterfront Development Corporation Powell River Power Development Corporation Thursday, May 5, 2016 7 pm in Council Chambers, City Hall The Annual General Meeting (“AGM”) of the Powell River Waterfront Development Corporation (PRWDC) and Powell River Power Development Corporation (PRPDC) will be held on Thursday, May 5, 2016, during a regular council meeting at 7 pm in Council Chambers at City Hall.

Agenda includes: Appoint Directors, Approve Financial Statements, and Auditors If you have any questions, please contact Corien Becker, Interim Chief Financial Officer, at cbecker@cdpr.bc.ca or 604.485.8639.

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1010 Announcements City of Powell River Grant Funding Advisory Committee The City of Powell River invites applications from interested individuals to serve as volunteer Grant Funding Advisory Committee members. The Committee’s role is to review the City’s policies and process used to provide grants and permissive tax exemptions to community organizations. The Committee’s mandate includes completing the review by June 30, 2016 and making a recommendation to City of Powell River Finance Committee.

The City is seeking two representatives from the general public to sit on this Committee.

Interested individuals are invited to submit a letter detailing relevant skill and interest in serving on this committee, by mail or e-mail to: Marie Claxton, City Clerk City of Powell River 6910 Duncan Street Powell River, B.C. V8A 1V4 info@cdpr.bc.ca If sending by email, the subject line must state: Grant Funding Advisory Committee.

Applications must be received by 4:00 pm on Tuesday, May 10, 2016. If you have any questions, please contact Corien Becker, Interim Chief Financial Officer, at cbecker@cdpr.bc.ca or 604.485.8639.

An information package is available for viewing on the City's website www.powellriver.ca.

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1215 General Employment P RO G RA M M A B L E LO G I C controller technician, part-time, to apply, 7245 Duncan St. 10am - 4 pm. 604.485.2527.

1215 General Employment COAST FITNESS is looking for a certified fitness instructor for group and indoor cycling classes to join our growing team.

Please send resume to info@coastfitness.ca

LIFE GUARD Seeking qualified lakefront Lifeguards for regular part time employment. Must have up to date First Aid and NLS certification. Must be confident guarding groups of children of all ages, nationalities and experience levels at lakefront swim area at Haywire Bay. Competitive pay. Send resume and cover letter to hugh@twincomm.ca or phone 604-414-3966 for more information. Position will remain open until all dates are filled. hugh@twincomm.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!

MOOSE N’ Eddies hiring line cooks and dishwashers, must be flexible with hours, available Monday - Friday between 9 am - 5 pm is a plus. Looking for part time, full time and on call employees. Please apply within or call 604.485.0096.

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University/College Students Required Two positions are available as activity workers for a social/recreational rehabilitation program serving adults with a mental illness. Preference given to candidates with training or experience in social services, recreational therapy or psychology. Strong interpersonal skills and driver’s licence are required.

Position is full time, 35-hours per week. Applicants must be returning to school in September.

PLEASE SEND RESUMÉS TO: Diane McKendrick, c/o Mental Health and Addiction Services Third floor, Powell River General Hospital 5000 Joyce Avenue, Powell River, BC, V8A 5R3 Deadline for applications is May 16, 2016. We thank you for your interest, however, only those selected for interview will be notified.

SUMMER STUDENT POSITION SHELTER POINT PARK

The Powell River Regional District is accepting applications from motivated students for one (1) summer job at Shelter Point Park on Texada Island to start on May 19. Duties include maintenance, clean up and basic labour in an outdoor setting.

Wage rate: $15.31 per hour (post-secondary student). Position covered by a union agreement under CUPE 798. Work schedule: seven hours per day, five days per week, two consecutive days off.

Position ends around Labour Day. Employee must work weekends and holidays.

Applicants must be physically strong, familiar with basic maintenance tools and equipment, willing to work hard and able to deal with the public and coworkers in a courteous manner. Applicants must also have their own transportation to and from the park and must be registered for school in September 2016. Grade 12 or post-secondary students preferred.

Deliver a cover letter, resumé and references by hand, mail, fax or email to: Powell River Regional District Attention: Shawn Gullette, Parks and Properties Foreman #202 - 4675 Marine Avenue Powell River, BC V8A 2L2 Fax: 604.485.2216 Email: shawn.gullette@powellriverrd.bc.ca Deadline for applications: 4 pm, Monday, May 2, 2016. For more information, contact Shawn Gullette at 604.487.1380 or by email.

1215 General Employment SALES POSITION AVAILABLE for Floor Covering Centre in Salmon Arm, BC. Potential candidate must have experience in the industry . Apply by resume only via email to ashtonfloors@shaw.ca

1230 Work Wanted CLAY GLOSLEE Construction.

Concrete foundation and retaining walls, fences, kitchen and bathroom renovation specialist, tiles, drywall, foundation to rooftop, contracts and hourly.

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2060 For Sale Miscellaneous 19 6 2 C H A M P I O N m i d s i ze grader, motor 453 GM diesel, runs, needs some TLC, serial #62.581.26 $3,500. 604.483.3243.

1230 Work Wanted

CASUAL CLERK REGISTRATION SWITCHBOARD HEALTH RECORDS POSITION!

If you have completed your Medical Office Assistant, Hospital Support Specialist and/or Health Information Management certificate, please apply! To apply, please visit www.providencehealthcare.org/careers

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ONE DAY SALE! Hay for sale. By the bale: $22 per bale; by the ton: $480. Place orders now for pick-up in Powell River Saturday, April 30

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CLEAR OUT PRICING IN EFFECT NOW! 20X20 $5,444 25X26 $6,275 30X30 $8,489 32X34 $10,328 42X50 $15,866. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1.800.668.5422 www.pioneersteel.ca

2145 Wanted OSCILLOSCOPE, CONTACT Steve Dow, 604.487.4295 or email ve7tech@shaw.ca

3560 Pets “CHELSEA & Tilly,” pretty, brown tabby, short haired cats.

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“CHESTER,” sweet, young cat would love a new home. SPCA. 604.485.9252.

“CHICO,” little Chihuahua, tan and white, seven years old.

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1205 Career Opportunities

We have an exciting casual opportunity available for an individual who is driven, a strong team player and is looking to make a difference!

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ROOF - WASH Removes moss and black streaks Removes algae, lichen and fungus ECO-FRIENDLY foam treatment Treats every type of roof material No scraping or walking on the roof No pressure rinse and application Roof-friendly soft wash

485-HELP (4357) help@Roof-Wash.ca WCB and insured INSULATED POWER garage door, 10’x10’, white, comes with all hardware and openers $1,200. 604.414.5850.

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POLE BARNS, shops, steel buildings metal clad or fabric clad. Complete supply and installation. Call John at 1.403.998.7907 or jcameron@advancebuildings.com PORTABLE TABLE, padded, vinyl covered, 8’ x 4’, excellent condition, multiple uses $150.

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“ERNIE & Joe,” handsome, male Lab/Mastiff mix, SPCA. 604.485.9252.

“JULIA,” pretty, brown and white female Pit Bull. SPCA. 604.485.9252.

“LINNY,” super sweet, pretty, orange and white female guinea pig. SPCA. 604.485.9252.

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“MEEKO,” sweet, short haired, gray tabby cat. SPCA. 604.485.9252.

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“RASCAL,” young, handsome rat seeking a rat loving human.

SPCA. 604.485.9252. “ S H A DY,” m a t u re, s m a l l pug/pom mix, sweet male dog, great pet for seniors. SPCA. 604.485.9252.

“SMOKEY,” handsome, gray tabby, short haired. SPCA. 604.485.9252.

“SPRING & Brook,” beautiful, handsome, four month old male rabbits. SPCA. 604.485.9252.

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Call 1.877.793.3222 www.dcac.ca info@dcac.ca

6025 For Sale by Owner TEXADA ISLAND, 9.8 acre property, like new home, 3 bay ga ra g e, a s k i n g $ 4 8 0 , 0 0 0 .

604.486.7838 or 604.414.8109.

TEXADA ISLAND, Cresent Bay, 7.5 acres, over 600’ ocean front, 3-bdrm home, must be seen $580,000. 604.414.8109.

604.486.7838.

6505 Apartments/Condos for Rent 1- AND 2-BDRMS available, quiet, N/S, senior oriented building, $650/mth and $800/mth includes heat. 604.485.2662.

1-BDRM APARTMENTS, central location, some with views, available immediately, call 604.485.4681 for more information.

1-BDRM SPACIOUS apartments, some with ocean view, seniors welcome, N/S, one cat okay $640 - $700/mth includes hot water, high-speed internet and full cable. 604.483.4499. www.mapleviewestates.com LARGE, BRIGHT, newly renovated 2-bdrm in Townsite, claw foot tub, wood floors, N/S $700/mth includes heat.

604.483.3006.

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

PR APARTMENTS 604.485.2038

1- or 3-bedroom with ocean view, heat and hot water included, pets okay.

604.485.2895

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6515 Commercial

PR4RENT.ca FOR DETAILS ON

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IN POWELL RIVER

604.483.8200 6545 Hall Rentals

FOR RENT: Senior Citizens Association has two halls plus a meeting room available to serve you. Reasonable rates.

Al 604.483.3603, 604.414.9456.

6560 Houses for Rent 2-BDRM, 2-ENSUITE bath, covered parking, 8’ x 10’ shed $1,200/mth. 604.414.8892.

6915 Mobiles/Pads RENT-TO-OWN park model modular home, Sunshine Coast Mobile Home Park, south of town, fridge, stove, laundry, heat and hydro included, suitable for two people, deposit required $800/mth.

604.485.2435.

6965 Suites for Rent WESTVIEW, LARGE 1-bdrm, five appliances, suits single, N/S, N/P $800/mth includes utilities. 604.485.0987.

8220 Lawn & Garden POWELL RIVER LANDSCAPING AND LAWNCARE Commercial and Residential since 1989 • Landscaping • Complete lawncare • Garden beds/top dressing • Hedge trimming and tree trimming

Seniors’ discount available

Call Mark today 604-578-1964

9145 Cars

2085 Garage Sales

2007 TOYOTA Camry XLE fullly loaded, moon roof, navigation system, 81,000 miles $12,000 obo. 604.414.8595.

3260 PADGETT ROAD Fri Apr 29, noon - 7pm Sat Apr 30, 9 am - 3 pm tools, dishes, crafts/sewing stuff

9160 Trucks & Vans

KELLY CREEK COMMUNITY CHURCH Fri Apr 29, 5:30 pm Plant sale, lots of tomato plants and perennials

1998 GMC Sierra, extended cab, 305 Vortec, auto, good fuel economy, good truck.

220,000 k m s , $ 2 , 5 0 0 604.223.0714.

9185 Boats 26’ MACGREGOR, 2007, motor-sailor, 50 hp, Suzuki, trailer, GPS/Plotter, fully loaded, ready for cruising $22,000.

604.485.2249.

40’ STEEL Sailboat, re-built diesel, newer sails, bottom painted, roomy, solid, good condition $13,500.

1.250.490.7758.

8’ INFLATABLE dinghy, 3.5 hp Nissan outboard, low useage $800. 604.485.2249.

SEARAY 270 DR, twin 4.3 L, alpha legs, 1991, good condit i o n $ 13 , 5 0 0 . C a l l C h r i s 604.414.3960.

9220 RVs/Campers/Trailers 1976 TRIPLE E, 24’ Class A, good condition, runs good $4,000 obo. 604.485.5384.

1981 BIG Foot 17’ trailer, excellent condition, retiree needed a project so it’s all refinished inside $7,500. 604.483.3692.

2001 CORSAIR fifth wheel, 32’, 2-slides, A/C, vacuum, clean, everything works $16,000.

604.489.1509 for details.

26’ TRIPLE E Topaz, 5th wheel, excellent condition, air conditioning, solar panel $17,900. 604.485.6550.

30’ FORD RV, 1988, A/C generator, new tires, A/C, runs great $5,500 firm.

604.223.2702 or 604.487.9938.

THOR MOTORHOME, 30 ft, asking $18,000. 604.483.6907.

Peak Classifieds 604.485.5313

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3625 Joyce Avenue, Powell River, Grief Point, Saturday, April 30, 9:00 am - 3:00pm. This house is sold and the owner has lived there since 1965.

Everything must go!

Rain or Shine.

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CROSSWORD

HOROSCOPE Week of April 27 to May 3

a

ARIES | MARCH 21 TO APRIL 19 You might decide to go on a trip at the last minute. You need this break in order to sort out your ideas and make a difficult decision.

TAURUS | APRIL 20 TO MAY 20 You may decide to make a few changes within your circle of friends. Fortunately, some of them should finally be able to pay back what they owe you.

GEMINI | MAY 21 TO JUNE 21 You might have to check one of your bills in order to find a mistake that has been made. You end up devoting a good part of the week to ensuring that the matter is put right.

DOWN 1. Clump 2. Flock female 3. North Pole helper 4. Parcel 5. Biblical brother

6. Fellows 7. Gettysburg ____ 8. Lunge 9. Holler 10. What ____ is new?

11. Sight organs 16. Melon leftover 20. Alternate 21. Duos 22. Optimism 23. Tad 24. Debris 26. Ruin 28. Puff up, as bread 29. Served perfectly 30. Certain evergreens 33. Stops 36. Aircraft 38. Bungles 41. Data 42. Name word 43. Garden tube 44. Appeared 45. Impersonated 48. Pinch 49. Camouflaged 50. Unpurified metal 51. Bowling number

LEO | JULY 24 TO AUGUST 23 You’re suddenly quite popular with your friends. If you’re single, you’re surprised to find that your suitors are competing with each other in imaginative ways to win you over.

LIBRA | SEPTEMBER 23 TO OCTOBER 22 Comings and goings could get complicated,or communications won’t always be very clear. Your outspokenness has a powerful impact on your entourage.

SCORPIO | OCTOBER 23 TO NOVEMBER 22 Sometimes money is a source of concern. Don’t hesitate to take the bull by the horns and negotiate with the people concerned in order to solve your financial problems.

SAGITTARIUS | NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 20 Everything needs to get done — by yesterday. You won’t even know where to begin tackling things. Just slow down a bit; focus your energies and take things one step at a time.

CAPRICORN | DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20 You might have to replace a colleague who is going to be absent for an indefinite period of time. This might be stressful, but you’ll benefit from the situation eventually.

LAST WEEK’S SODUKO ANSWER:

HOT LOOKING CARS FOR MOM

VIRGO | AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 22 Your family takes centre stage in your life this week, as your loved ones are rather demanding. Some projects related to moving will take shape in the not-too-distant future.

SUDOKU

Level: Beginner Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9X9 grid, broken down into nine 3X3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION:

ACROSS 1. Gosh!

4. Papa’s partner 8. “How do I love ____?”

12. Pussycat’s pal 13. Snoozing 14. Sacred 15. Act as a pal to 17. American Beauty, e.g.

18. Unwell 19. 66 and 1 21. Slender 24. Drenches 25. Forest 27. Smoker’s receptacle 31. Select 32. Outdated 34. Skating-rink surface 35. Harbor town 37. Darn again 39. Former Italian money 40. Cincinnati baseball team 41. Breathe 44. Horseless carriage 46. Lunch hour 47. Photo 52. Circuit breaker 53. Part of ETA 54. Strong anger 55. Individuals 56. Moved quickly 57. Place of retreat

CANCER | JUNE 22 TO JULY 23 You finally receive the right health treatment, or you start a new diet that suits you and shows some quick results.

AQUARIUS | JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19 You receive some applause after addressing a large crowd.

On the other hand, a few people will have the nerve to criticize you. Just remember who you are despite what you hear.

PISCES | FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20 It isn’t always easy to balance work and family life. You have to work miracles with your schedule in order to meet all your responsibilities without disappointing anyone.

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Your Hometown Grocery Store 5687 MANSON AVE • PH 604.483.4011 • OPEN DAILY 9 AM — 6 PM • FRIDAYS TILL 9 PM PRICES IN EFFECT APRIL 27 - MAY 3

FR SH CC OO UU NN TT RR Y YF R EE SH

A LWAY S F R E S H

Assorted, 4L Pail ISLAND FARMS

Celery

98

Cottage Cheese

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

¢

Assorted, 500 g

WHOLESOME FOOD

each

Broccoli Crowns

FREYBE

Navel Oranges

Head Lettuce

Lyoner Sausage

Regular or Paprika

98 98 98 ¢

Green Cabbage

98

¢

¢

2

$ 98

/lb 1.50/kg

FRESH

3

each

French Crusty Rolls

1

$ 98

White or Whole Wheat Pkg of 12

5

/lb 13.18/kg

Cookies

Chocolate Chip or Ranger

100 g

2

$ 68

100 g

148

Banana Cream Pie

4

$ 98

Moroccan Coconut or Dutch Chocolate, 560 g

2

98

Aunt Jemima $ Pancake Mixes

/lb 7.23/kg

$ 98

2

$ 48

GROCERY

28

Top Round Baron of Beef Roast

Cervelat Salami

100 g

100% Whole Wheat Bread $ 530 g

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

Pork $ Loin Chops

1

F R E S H D A I LY

Watermelon Personal Size

1

$ 98

Corned Beef

100 g

/lb 2.16/kg

68

/lb 2.16/kg

$ 48

¢

each

/lb 2.16/kg

1

MONTREAL STYLE

98

$ 48

Old Fashioned Ham

¢

Roma Tomatoes

5 $ 98 2

Ice Cream $ ISLAND FARMS

Or Syrups, 905 g - 750 ml

BETTY CROCKER

Boneless Pork $ Shoulder Roast FRESH Cut-Up Frying Chicken

3 48 3 48 /lb 7.67kg

$

/lb 7.67kg

SAPPORO ICHIBAN

UNICO TINNED

Hamburger or Tuna Helper

dlesg Noo d, orte 100

Beans

Ass

Assorted, 540 ml

5 2 4 3 1

Assorted 158-233 g

$ 98 SUNRYPE

23

Fruit Juice Assorted, 900 ml

$

FOR

CLASSICO

Pasta Sauce

$

$

FOR

FOR

2

NATURE VALLEY

$ 68 Granola Bars

Assorted, 218-650 ml

Assorted, 130-230 g

MIX & 27

25 $

FOR

$

MATCH FREE DELIVERY •EVENT FREE SET-UP • FREE REMOVAL

FREE DELIVERY FREE SETUP

FREE REMOVAL

LOCATED DOWNSTAIRS AT MITCHELL BROTHERS 604.483.4949 • 5687 MANSON AVENUE