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Eye professionals combine services IRIS and Powell River Optometry integrate offices at Crossroads Village location Eyewear customers and eye care patients in the Powell River area are benefiting from a coming together of two companies.

IRIS staff members moved into Powell River Optometry’s office at 106-4801 Joyce Avenue in Crossroads Village Shopping Centre on October 1 after IRIS entered into a partnership with Dr. John Wyse and his team. The partnership is intended to enhance retail options and optometry services for all clients.

“People in the community who have come to trust either office for their eye care and eyewear will receive the same quality of care, service and products all under one roof,” explains Dr. Wyse.

“This is truly a bringing together of two offices.”

IRIS is the largest optical retailer in Canada with 150 stores across the country. The Canadian company started in 1990 and introduced the concept of collaborative eye care, which brought optometrists and opticians together under one brand.

According to Vancouver Island and Sunshine Coast regional manager Scott Kling, partnering with Dr. Wyse is a perfect fit for IRIS. “We run our business based on core values of passion, honesty and respect, and we knew Dr. Wyse possessed those same core attributes,” says Kling, who is also a licensed optician and contact lens fitter. “The commitment to quality IRIS has is very much in line with Dr. Wyse’s ultimate goal for the Powell River community.”

The connection with IRIS will

result in a much larger inventory of frames in the retail space and access to the IRIS Advantage program, in addition to many other options for Powell River Optometry customers.

“Patients who regularly come to us will benefit from a wider selection of eyewear and terms of protections for that eyewear,” says Dr. Wyse. “IRIS has some great policies relating to glasses, including a No Matter What Guarantee, where they can be replaced in the first year regardless of how they break.”

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Dr. Wyse says regular IRIS customers will also benefit when visiting the Crossroads Village location instead of its former Town Centre Mall office, which is now closed.

“People who have previously gone to IRIS will find there is always going to be an optometrist in the office,” says Dr. Wyse. “They will also see the commitment we have always had to incorporating good technology into what we do and making sure we provide eye care in the same fashion.”

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Scottish God returns for sequel

When Mike Delamont first came up with the idea of God dressed as Scottish drag queen for a Victoria variety show, he never imagined he would be touring with two hit shows based on the character.

God Is a Scottish Drag Queen: The Second Coming is an all-new show from Delamont that tackles religion and life itself in a nonoffensive way.

“A lot of people who see the show are waiting for some big bait and switch in the middle, some anti-religious message, but it’s not there,” says Delamont. “The title scares some people away, but if you can make it past that, it’s the most offensive part. It’s just a fun night of comedy.”

Returning to Powell River after a successful show at Max Cameron Theatre last year, Delamont wants to be clear that The Second

Coming features all-new material. Yes, it is a sequel, he says, but those not familiar with the character of God dressed in women’s clothing with a thick Scottish accent will not be lost while watching the second instalment.

“For the people who saw the show last year when it was here, it’s entirely different and an all-new show,” he says, “and for the people who didn’t see it, it’s a standalone sequel, so you don’t need to have seen the first one to get the second one.”

Delamont says he received a very positive response from his previous audience in Powell River last November, and no matter what an attendees’ religious leanings are, they will still have a fun time.

“It’s an evening with God like you’ve never seen before,” he says. “The character is fun and the nice thing is if you don’t know anything about religion you’re going to have a really good time. But if you do know about religion, you’re going to have an even better time.”

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“It comes from a good place and it doesn’t tear down religion,” he says.

“It just celebrates the absurdity of the world. My favourite bits in the new show are about turkeys and platypuses and the Ten Commandments. In no other show do you get that triangle of weirdness.”

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7 ROYAL JELLY AND GUESTS

Local alternative blues rock band Royal Jelly pay tribute to California’s Deap Vally, with local poppunkers Razorvoice and noise rock trio Con Man. Also on the bill is Vancouver’s indie punk band Slow Learners. Show starts at 9 pm at McKinney’s Pub and admission is $10 at the door. For more information, go to facebook.com/mckinneyspowellriver.

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Come on out to a free family swim from 2-4 pm at Powell River Recreation Complex, sponsored by Powell River and District United Way. The free swims take place on the first Saturday of each month throughout 2017 and will feature the complex’s inflatable sea snake. For more information, call 604.485.2891.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7 ACUPUNCTURE FOR CHARITY

The Medical clinic associaTes ANNOUNCEMENT The Medical Clinic Associates are pleased to announce that Dr. Gareth Evans and his wife Adrienne will be moving to Powell River and starting his practice at the Medical Clinic on October 10, 2017.

Dr. Evans will be taking over the practice of Dr. Lynskey, who will be retiring on October 6, 2017.

Dr. Lynskey would like to thank his patients and wishes them all the best.

We would like to extend a warm welcome to Dr. Evans and his wife. They will be a great asset to our community.

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Victoria comedian and actor Mike Delamont is the star of one-person show God Is a Scottish Drag Queen, which returns to Max Cameron Theatre on Friday, October 13.

Acupuncture for Charity Saturdays takes place the first Saturday of each month from October to May. Join us at Powell River Healthworks Community Acupuncture, 4898 Manson Avenue, from 9-11 am and 1-5 pm and drop in for a free treatment. Each treatment includes an opportunity to give to your choice of five different local charities. For more information, go to prhealthworks.ca or call 604.485.0108.

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In terms of apps, BC Recyclepedia is a good place to begin. While not an exhaustive list, and admittedly including some errors, it is decent in a pinch.

The Waste Wise Guide (available at letstalktrash.ca) is the more reliable, go-to location for a local list of where to recycle what, but is not in app form.

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Monday, October 9 Powel l R iver Un ited Church hosts pasta dinners from 4:30-6 pm on Mondays at the church, 6932 Crof ton St reet.

Admission is free but donations are accepted.

Tuesday, October 10 ORCA Bus provides earlychildhood fun and learning from 9:30-11:30 am in Tla’amin with CDRC on board. For information, call 604.485.2132.

Senior Citizens Association of BC, Branch 49, hosts a soup and sandwich lunch at 12 pm at Cranberry Seniors Centre,

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Powell River Hospice Societ y of fers a g r ief and support group from 7-8:30 pm on Tuesdays in October and November at Willingdon Creek Village.

Pow el l R i v er P u bl ic Library presents Zine Lab for ages eight and up from 3-5 pm on Tuesdays in the Rotary Makerspace.

Participants will combine old and new technology to create their own homemade maga z i nes. For more information, contact Megan at 604.485.4796 or cole@prpl.ca.

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TrashOut: How can we track illegal dumping?

Next time you go wandering in the woods and come across a dumpsite, the TrashOut app will give you tools to do something about it. The free app allows users to take a photo of the trash while it automatically locates it via GPS on a map all TrashOut app users can access.

It then walks users through a few simple questions about the size and nature of the garbage, allowing them or others to return to the site prepared to clean it up.

The annual Trash Bash event makes use of this app to help volunteers locate and

Canoe Journey Grandfather log is being carved from 8 am-4:30 pm Monday to Friday at Willingdon Beach. Everyone is welcome to participate.

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ReCollect: When is pickup day again?

No matter how good someone is at making lists, reminders from another source can be beneficial. For anyone who has ever forgotten garbage or recycling pickup days, ReCollect may be the answer to helping them recall all of the items on their to-do list, including garbage and recycling day.

Look for ReCollect on Google Play, download the free app, enter an address and choose how (and when) to receive a reminder about the next collection day.

It may finally be time do away with one more sticky note on the front door. The lucky 400 Powell River area residents selected for the curbside compost pilot project can receive an additional notification for that pickup as well.

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Powell River Regiona l District hosts an open house to answer questions and provide feedback to Electoral Area A residents about its Solid Waste Management and Resource Recovery Plan from 1-3 pm at Northside Community Recreation Centre, 9656 Larson Road, Lund. For more information, go to powellriverrd.bc.ca.

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More space for books and monsters Book making! After-school activities! Monsters! As we move into fall, library staff are gearing up to offer a ton of programming that wouldn’t have been possible in the old location. It has been amazing to see how our staff and the public utilize our new-found elbow room to provide engaging experiences for learning and FOR YOUR creativity.

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By Rebecca Burbank we have a new after-school lineup. Before we moved, there wasn’t room for us to invite groups of children and teens into our space during after-school hours or for large events such as our up-andcoming Invent a Monster morning for children.

We are also thinking big when it comes to our programming for adults. September kicked off with storyteller and reporter Mike McCardell bringing a big crowd in. This month we are looking forward to a writing workshop with Robin Stevenson and a book-making course with local expert Stuart Isto.

For me, hands down, the best thing about the new library is what we as a community are doing with all the space. More space has improved many of the different things we offer. As many of us are drawn indoors during the darker, rainiy months, I cannot wait to see how this new space will really shine.

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Distance makes the heart grow fonder A few years ago, I was reading Mating in Captivity, a book written

by Esther Perel. It is about how we tend to settle in, become comfortable and lose the spicy passion and desire that was alive and well in the early days of long-term relationships or marriage.

That tendency to become comfortable is one of the many lovely things about being in a long-term, committed relationship, including security, healing and comfort in the ways we give and receive love. It is also one of the things that can kill passion in longterm relationships.

When I was reading the book, I was at a place in my life where I was travelling a lot and not experiencing very fulfilling or secure relationships. So, in theory, the idea that comfort dampens desire and newness and distance reignites desire only half made sense

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like it was bringing us any closer to more pleasure.

It was not until I found a secure relationship of my own that I began to truly understand what Perel was talking about. A while back, I packed a bag and went to house-sit for some friends for five days. A few days into my time away, I noticed how it felt like my partner and I were dating again and that desire of our earlier days was reawakening, without the anxiety of times past (the key being that we came from a secure place while reaching for a bit of space).

Even just a small time apart made a noticeable difference in our want for each other, and gave us the chance to miss each other day to day. That feeling of missing really touches on desire, because it makes us want what we do not have in front of us.

What is even more wonderful is when you are able

to take some extra time for yourself, while feeling happy and secure about it, you will have so much more to give your relationship when you come back together.

It is also science. Our bodies explode with all the happy hormones that give us rose-coloured glasses in the beginning of every relationship. Then, once you hit the range of six to 18 months, hormones even out and excitement becomes comfort.

It is possible to fire up hormones and give your relationship a boost. Things like distance and trying new things together come into play; these things actually stimulate the rush of those happy hormones again.

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Powell River Amateur Radio Club five-week course ta kes place from 7:309:30 pm on Wednesdays at Westview Flying Club, 7508 Duncan Street. Online manual and test questions provided at registration.

Class is limited to 10 participants. For information, call 604.483.3970 or email theluulu@gmail.com.

WildSafeBC and Malaspina Naturalists Club present CBC’s outdoor guy Frank Ritcey sharing wildlife videos and stories from across BC at 7 pm at United Church, 6932 Crofton Street.

Doors open at the free, family friendly event at 6:30 pm.

A Bear Smart community program question and answer session follows.

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ORCA Bus provides earlychildhood fun and learning from 10:30 am-12:30 pm at Powell River Academy of Music with StrongStart on board. For information,

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I was not in a relationship where comfort or security could be cultivated.

Distance was essential to our toleration of each other and also gave me a certain amount of anxiety. So, essentially, distance for the purpose of having more pleasure in a relationship felt like an oxymoron.

There was already a lot of distance and it did not feel

Niseema Emery is a certified intimacy and relationship coach in Powell River.

Powell River Hospice Society offer a grief and support group from 10:30 am-3:30 pm on October 14, 15, 28 and 29 at Mary’s Café (dow nstairs) on Texada Island.

Thursday, October 19 Options for Sexual Health drop-in clinic is available from 5-7 pm at Powell River General Hospital, public health entrance, 5000 Joyce Avenue. Access lowcost birth control, counselling, health screening, pap tests and more.

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WINGED WARRIORS: These Rufous Hummingbirds were approximately one or two days old when they became dislodged from a blackberry patch that was being cut last May. Initially, the nestlings were fed with an eyedropper from sunrise to sunset. By July, both were feeding independently and ready to join the world in order to build up strength and reserves for their trip to wintering grounds 4,000 miles south in central Mexico. At three inches in length, Rufous Hummingbirds are one of the smallest members of the bird world and tremendous warriors, unafraid to chase away intruders of all sizes, but their numbers are suffering from habitat loss. When choosing a plant at a nursery next spring, think about hummingbirds and purchase plants that are red, tubular-hardy perennials.

Take some satisfaction in knowing that when they arrive in Powell River to breed and nest, the plants will provide a strong start for a species that requires help. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

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mentary A New Economy at 6:30 pm at Max Cameron Theatre. Refreshments and snacks will be provided.

Admission is by donation (suggested $5). All proceeds go to Powell River

Ma laspina Natura lists Club presents Dr. Andrew Bryant speaking on Bats, Bea rs, Beers, Sideh i l l Gougers, Sundews, Kirkland Warblers and other Canadian Threatened

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Club Bon Accueil (French Club) would like to take this opportunity to thank the local businesses that generously donated our silent auction and thank our many relentless, devoted volunteers who all contributed to the great success of our 8th Annual Salmon Festival. The success of this event would not have been possible without the contribution of each and everyone.

MANY THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING: Powell River Salmon Society, Hindle’s Camera and Stationery, Aaron Service & Supply, Quality Foods, Save-on-Food, Taws, Ecossentials, River City Coffee, Nancy’s Bakery, Paperworks Gift Gallery, Fits to a T, 32 Lakes Coffee, Canadian Tire, Pacific Coastal Airlines, Beyond Bliss Salon & Spa, Pagani & Sons Shoes & Repair, Sublime Fashions & Accessories, Rhéa Zajac, Sunshine Decor, Tourism Powell River, Jay’s Place Café, Safeway, BC Ferries, Suzanne Racine, M.P. Sigouin, Ivan Rosypskye, Charlie Bob. Also, Marie Paule and Donat Sigouin, Mariette Roux, Simone and John Trépanier, Suzanne Racine, Alice Piché, Rhéa Zajac, Thérèse Verdiel, Danielle Walford, Jean Marc Ouellet, Chiu Wong, Rose Caron, Jeanne Musuku, Claudia Leclerc, Rim Khammouri and Rod Ines

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Research into breast cancer has shown that its origins include a variety of potential causes and risk factors. Although many of them are biological and non-preventable, some others can be eliminated, prevented or controlled by changing certain lifestyle habits.

Non-preventable causes • Physical causes of breast cancer that have been identified are as follows: • Age (increased risk after the age of 50) • High breast density • Personal or family history of breast or ovarian cancer • Genetic mutations associated with the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes • Taking post-menopausal hormones estrogen and progesterone • History of benign breast disease (cysts, hyperplasia) • Early onset of menstruation or late onset of menopause

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Women have been told for years that they should be undergoing screening mammograms annually starting in their 40s. New research on the efficacy of such screening, and the drawbacks, suggests this is no longer the right way to go. So what is the right strategy?

According to the Canadian Cancer Society, screening in a woman’s 40s is no longer automatic. They recommend talking to a doctor about the risk of breast cancer, along with the benefits and risks of mammography.

Women aged 50 to 69 should have a mammogram every two years; those 70 or older should talk to their doctors about frequency. Of course, all these guidelines are for women with an average risk of breast cancer. Women at higher risk, such as those with family history or personal risk for cancer, may need more frequent and earlier screening, again, based on medical advice.

This seems to be a significant change in policy for screening mammograms, and indeed it is. It may lead to an obvious question: Who can possibly be against regular mammograms if they can identify cancer early in its development?

In a perfect world, a mammogram will clearly identify a cancerous lump and guide the treatment to rid it from the body. But we do not live in a perfect world. A mammogram today is far superior to one a few decades ago, but it is still open to interpretation and error. That is where we see errors, such as false positive or worse, false negative results.

Without going into the mechanics of statistical models, we know that in order to save the life of one woman in her 50s, some 1,250 women will have been screened for 10 years. But who could challenge the benefits of saving that one life? We must also consider the others who have been tested? What will their tests offer up?

There are three main problems with screening mammograms. First is the danger of false positive results.

That is when a cancer has been “found” but in fact, it is not present. Such results lead to anxiety, stress and perhaps additional painful but unnecessary tests, such as biopsies, to rule out cancer. Research has shown that in younger women the rate of false positives is higher, leading to uncertainty whether regular mammograms for women under age 50 saves lives.

The second problem is with false negatives. This is when a cancer is present, but not detected. This may lead the physician to ignore other symptoms that suggest the presence of cancer and delaying diagnosis and treatment.

Since research indicates that most breast cancers are harmful, any detected cancer should be treated as soon as possible. Few physicians and fewer individuals are likely to take a “wait and see” approach. This can lead to over-diagnosis and treatment that can include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation or medication, each of which can lead to serious harms.

How does a person decide when even experts cannot agree? Women of average risk for breast cancer should start talking to their health-care providers at around age 40 to at least learn the risk factors, limitations, benefits and harms of mammograms. And they should make the decision with as much knowledge as possible.

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1105 Obituaries

Donald William Mostat February 22 1938September 27 2017

HIBBERD, Richard A. October 15, 1926 - September 26, 2017 RICHARD ANTHONY (Dick) HIBBERD, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 26th in his 91st year at the Evergreen Extended Care Unit of the Powell River General Hospital. He is survived by his loving wife, Joy of 67 years, son Rick (Marilyn), daughter Wendy (Don), daughter Patricia, and sister Shirley Koleszar. He was predeceased by beloved daughter Shelley and brother Jack. He is lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Jeffrey (Sarah), Tyler (Casandra), Alastair, Emily and Nicole, and great grandchildren Spencer and Valerie. A dedicated family man, in loving partnership with Joy, "Dick", "Dad", "Grandpa", "Great-Grandpa", created many wonderful memories for his extended family.

Born in Vancouver to Cyril and Gladys Hibberd, Dick was a graduate of Lord Bing High School, and of UBC with a Bachelor and Masters of Education degrees. He was a dedicated teacher, vice-principal and principal of 37 years at Brooks, Max Cameron and Oceanview High Schools in Powell River. He began his teaching career at age 19 in Lillooet BC, then taught in Proctor BC, before moving to Powell River in 1953. During his career he coached volleyball and soccer, sponsored the Future Teachers’ Club and initiated the Powell River Scholarship Fund. He was president of the Powell River and District Teachers Association and an active member of the Canadian Teachers Federation. His love for teaching and international understanding led to five trips to Africa under the CTF Project Africa for the development of aspiring teachers overseas. He retired from teaching in 1983.

As a young man Dick was an accomplished pianist, soccer player and an enthusiastic member of the scouting community achieving the distinctions of King Scout and Troop Leader. In 1941 his parents purchased property on Gambier Island in Howe Sound which became the geographic center of the Hibberd family for several generations. Over his lifetime Dick spent much of his leisure time on Gambier, often hosting family, friends and colleagues with Joy. In 1956 Dick was a founding member of the Powell River Choral Society, now the Powell River Chorus, and remained an active charter member until 2013. He was a member of the BC Choral Society for many years, a director of the Powell River Music Academy, and on the organizing committee for the Kathaumixw International Choral Festival.

A strong social conscience led to a career with UNESCO, including a stint as the Western Canadian Chairman, and the sponsoring of various international UNESCO school conferences for his students. In 1984 he established the "Friends of Dick Matenje" Fund in honour of his good friend from Malawi.

Dick was a one-time President of the Club 13 Square Dance Club and he loved to hike with Joy and their many friends. In 1992 Dick was awarded the Powell River Good Citizen Award for 1991. Throughout his life he continued to enjoy contact with many of his former students.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to either the Parkinson Society British Columbia at: www.parkinson.bc.ca, or to the Stephen Lewis Foundation at: www.stephenlewisfoundation.org.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, October 29th in the James Hall at the Powell River Academy of Music, 7280 Kemano Street, from 1 - 3 pm. Refreshments will be provided.

The family would like to express its thanks and appreciation to the staff at ECU for their compassionate care of Dick and the family.

Don was born in the back of a sleigh that was stuck in a snowbank in northern Manitoba. A premature baby weighing just two pounds, he was kept in a boot box beside a wood stove and fed with an eyedropper until he

could be nursed.

Don was predeceased by his parents Bill and Marie, his stepfather Sid Chadwick, his first wife Darlene and his brother Dennis. He is survived by his wife Joyce, daughter Kim (Fred Beggs), daughter Wendy (Rick Degroot), son Elliot (Jen) and his pride and joys, grandchildren Cody, Curtis, Matthew, Andrew, Cole, Carter, Taylor and Brooklyn and Kyle. Don is also survived by his brother George, sister Sharon, stepsister Val (Dave Morton) and many nieces, nephews and extended family.

Growing up on the farm in Birch River, Manitoba, Don developed a lifelong love for horses, cows and gardening. In his teen years, he rode as a jockey for a rodeo touring company. He then went to work for Canadian National Railway as a telegraph operator and relief station agent, a job he did for over 10 years.

During this time he met and married Darlene Carragher and they had two daughters: Kim and Wendy. Then, in 1966, they visited Powell River, fell in love with the place and moved here in December of that year.

Don immediately got a job with MacMillan Bloedel as an apprentice millwright. He worked in the mill for 26 years as a millwright and a mechanical supervisor and truly loved his job.

After leaving the mill, Don worked around the province as a contract supervisor, including a couple of overseas stints as a mechanical consultant.

In 1968, Don met Joyce and they married in 1969. A year later they had a baby boy and Elliot joined the family. One of his greatest joys was farming in Wildwood. He was very civicminded and served in many capacities in Wildwood Ratepayers Association, Moose Lodge, the Farmers’ Institute, Full Gospel Businessmen Fellowship, The Gideons and at his local church.

Don also had a great love for curling and in his late 30s met his saviour Jesus Christ and became a christian. From then forward, his greatest desire was to serve the Lord well and to this end he went on a couple of missions to Saint Lucia to build a church and Honduras to build a residential school.

Don loved singing and praising the Lord in worship and prayer groups. He was an inspiration to his family and those who knew him and will be deeply missed. His sense of humour managed to make every situation better, and he always had a joke ready.

The family wishes to thank all those who, in any capacity, served and ministered to Don, especially doctors, nurses and CT, lab and oncology staff. We especially want to thank our family doctor, Dr. McDonald, for his constant compassion and care, and Dr. Mazzarolo, who looked after Don in Dr. McDonald’s absence. Also, thanks to those who all prayed so faithfully.

A celebration of life will be held at 1 pm on Saturday, October 7, at Evangel Pentecostal Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Evangel Pentecostal Church mortgage fund, The Gideons or Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

Till we meet again, see you in the funny papers, Grandpa.

Garnet Phillips

September 5, 1943- September 25, 2017

Succumbing to health problems, Garnet passed away September 25, 2017. He was born in Carman, Manitoba, on September 5, 1943.

Garnet was raised in Maple Ridge, BC, and move to Powell River in 1963.

He spent the greater part of his life making a living as a logger, faller, and cedar-shake producer. Most of the other time he enjoyed working on his land, house and garden.

Having lived a lengthy time in Powell River, Garnet accumulated a long list of relations, friends, working associates and acquaintances. He will be sadly missed by those who enjoyed his company and ways.

A grateful thanks goes out to the people in the medical community who helped support Garnet during his illness.

A celebration of Garnet’s life will take place at 2 pm on Saturday, October 14, at his house on Tanglewood Road (off of Duck Lake Road.)

William H. Frederick

May 25, 1932- October 1, 2017 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of William (Bill) Henry Frederick in Powell River General Hospital with his wife and very good friends by his side. He leaves behind his wife Freda (no children), sister Irene and nieces and nephews.

Bill was predeceased by his father William Senior, mother Wanda, sister Joan, nephew Mark and two brothers-in-law.

Bill was born in Pine Falls, Manitoba, and worked for Abitibi Price for 17 years as a machinist. He then moved to Powell River in 1967 and worked for MacMillan Bloedel for 25 years. After Bill retired, he enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, trapshooting and gardening.

A family reunion will take place in his hometown where all his relatives are living; the date will be announced later.

The family would like to thank Doctor Toole, Doctor Meyer and all the wonderful nurses, especially Karen, who took care of Bill toward the end.

Thank you also to our wonderful neighbours and friends who supported the family during this time.

No service by request. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favourite charity.

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Loved and missed today, tomorrow and forever The family In loving memory of

Karen Marion Russell January 13, 1963 - October 9, 2007

Remembering a loving and caring daughter, sister, auntie and friend.

Not a day goes by that we don’t miss your love, kindness, hugs, laughs, intelligence and company.

We all miss you very much. It is hard to believe it has been 10 years since we had to say goodbye.

Love Mom, Dad, Lori (Jason), Darren (Kim), Holly, Owen Gavin and Mason.

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1205 Career Opportunities Tla’amin Health Community Health Nurse (0.6FTE) Tla’amin Health has an immediate opening for a Community Health Nurse. The position is 0.6FTE, or three days per week. The Community Health Nurse provides overall supervision and direction to the Home and Community Care program in such a way as to meet the changing home and health needs of Tla’amin Nation and its community while working under the supervision of the Health Director of the Tla’amin Health Centre.

Job title: Community Health Nurse Work site: Tla’amin Health Clinic Start date: Immediate opening Salary: $44/hr according to the BCGEU grid Hours: 08:30-16:30 (seven-hour work day), three days per week Qualifications and experience: 1. Current practicing registration with College of Registered Nurses of BC (CRNBC) 2. Bachelor’s degree in nursing 3. Two years of recent, related clinical nursing experience 4. Valid BC Driver’s Licence Knowledge, skills and abilities: 1. Demonstrated knowledge and skills within community health nursing theory and practice 2.Demonstrated knowledge of the CRNBC standards of practice and guidelines for clinical practitioners 3. Knowledge of the Community Health Nurse of Canada (CNHC) competencies and standards 4.Knowledge of Indigenous health and wellness challenges and issues 5. Knowledge of acute, chronic disease, palliative and health management and self-management support 6. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with a vast network of clientele, coworkers and other professional health-care staff The successful applicant will be required to work in accordance with the BCGEU Collective Agreement as well as the policies and benefits therein, in addition to all relevant Tla’amin Health policies and procedures. The successful applicant will be in good physical health. This position is open to male and female applicants and requires union membership.

Send a cover letter and CV/resumé along with related certificates and driver’s abstract with the subject of Community Health Nurse, by email by October 13, 2017 to: hr@tn-bc.ca Attention: Jessie Peters Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.

1215 General Employment CLASS ONE driver with offhighway and low-bed experience wanted in Powell River area. Must be able to o p e r a t e a n e x c a v a t o r, wheel loader and most other heavy equipment. Contact Morley, 604.741.1586.

HOME CARE AIDE Experienced CareAide wanted for two hours Saturday mornings.

For more information email: wggill76@hotmail.com SELMA PARK Evergreens is looking for brush pickers to cut Cedar, White Pine, Silver Fir boughs and harvest Salal. Will do weekly pick ups from Sechelt.

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1205 Career Opportunities Tla’amin Health Public Health Nurse (0.6 FTE) Tla’amin Health has an immediate opening for a Public Health Nurse. The position is 0.6 FTE, or three days per week. The Public Health Nurse is a key member of the healthcare team primarily responsible for promoting and protecting the optimal health, well-being and safety for families during all stages of life through universal-targeted programming.

Job title: Public Health Nurse Work site: Tla’amin Health Clinic Start date: Immediate opening Salary: $40/hr according to the BCGEU grid Hours: 08:30-16:30 (seven-hour work day), three days per week Qualifications and experience: 1. Current practicing registration with College of Registered Nurses of BC (CRNBC) 2. Bachelor’s degree in nursing 3. Completion of specialty nursing certificate/certified practice (CRNBC) 4. Two years of recent, related public health nursing experience 5. Valid BC Driver’s Licence Knowledge, skills and abilities: 1. Comprehensive knowledge of public health nursing theory and procedures 2. Knowledge of community development and health promotion principles and practises 3. Knowledge of informed nursing practice related to normal growth and development 4. Knowledge of Indigenous health and wellness challenges and issues 5. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with a vast network of clientele, coworkers and other professional health-care staff The successful applicant will be required to work in accordance with the BCGEU Collective Agreement as well as the policies and benefits therein, in addition to all relevant Tla’amin Health policies and procedures. The successful applicant will be in good physical health. This position is open to male and female applicants and requires union membership.

Send a cover letter and CV/resumé along with related certificates and driver’s abstract with the subject of Public Health Nurse, by email by October 13, 2017 to: hr@tn-bc.ca Attention: Jessie Peters Only short listed applicants will be contacted for an interview.

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>> City Jobs Current job openings: • Parks Labourer II (part-time term to December 15, 2017) All applications must be submitted online through the Employment Opportunities page at powellriver.ca

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6560 Houses for Rent 2-BDRM A-FRAME by the ocean, W/D, F/S, N/P, N/S, suitable for single, $900/mth includes hydro. 604.483.9988.

6920 Office/Retail BRIGHT, SPACIOUS office space for let immediately.

Recently decorated with three main rooms and a private bathroom. Please apply to Peak Box 1598 at the Powell River Peak office.

6962 Storage

9145 Cars 19 9 5 CA M A R O, V6, 5-speed, $4,000 OBO, lots of new parts. Call Mike, 604.223.0914.

2007 MERCEDES E350, A-1 condition throughout, a must see. $60,000 new, a s k i n g $10 , 0 0 0 O B O. 604.483.1734.

TOYOTA COROLLA 2007, elderly lady driven, 128,500 kms, like new, $6,500, open to of fers. Call any time, 604.485.7762.

9150 Sports & Imports 2002 Nissan Altima. $6750 only 61900 kms, econ./reliable.

604-414-8146 bud_1955@live.ca

9155 Sport Utilities/4x4s 2 0 0 6 D O D G E D ur a n g o, 8-passenger, 4x4, air, power windows, leather interior, good condition, $6,200. Call 604.485.6219.

9115 Auto Miscellaneous

9160 Trucks & Vans

604.485.7927

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION:

YAMAHA SPORTBIKE $1650 1991 FZR600 recent tune up, new front brakes, dependable 604-483-6075

32X56 SHOP in Lund, good for boats, RVs and vehicles, secure and dry.

604.483.2028.

Certified mechanics on duty

DOWN 1. Wooden pin 2. Astound 3. Steak order: hyph.

4. Storm 5. Pile up 6. Was in front

9135 Motorcycles

1991 FORD Aerostar van, lots of new parts, new tires, brake pads and discs, new wiring harness and new four prong spark plugs, runs we ll, for p ar t s. $ 9 0 0.

250.702.3740.

8325 Sand & Gravel

Stevenson Road, Powell River, BC

604.483.8007 SAND AND GRAVEL PRODUCTS TOPSOIL • QUARRY ROCK SLINGER TRUCK • GRAVEL TRUCK EXCAVATIONS • LAND CLEARING • Quarry

Rock Sand • Gravel • Garden • Dump & Slinger Truck • Excavators •

Friday, October 13 • 8 pm Mike Delamont is back with everyone’s favourite deity in a floral power suit, an international sensation. 14+

Monday to Friday 7 am-5 pm Open Saturdays 9 am-4 pm 8412w50

Tickets available at Powell River Academy of Music Box Office at 7280 Kemano Street, Powell River Peak at Unit F-4493 Marine Avenue and online at maxcamerontheatre.ca, or by calling 604.485.9633.

604.485.2234 TandRContracting.ca

9185 Boats 16’ HOURSTON Glasscraft, comes with Roadrunner trailer, 50 horsepower Johnson outboard, great shape, comes with fishing gear, $3,200, 604.483.4587.

16’ L I F E T I M E R we l d e d boat, 60 horsepower Yamaha two stroke, comes with Roadrunner trailer, $9,400.

604.485.5297.

MUST SELL, 28’ fiberglass cruiser, suitable for live aboard, trailer included, four-cylinder diesel engine, $12,000 OBO. 604.414.4483.

9220 RVs/Campers/Trailers 2007 25’ fifth wheel model, Topaz F254SS. Stored inside, well kept, $13,500.

604.483.9958.

2007 KEYSTONE Cougar 5th wheel, $15,000 OBO, 604.483.6641

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604.485.5313

Roses and

RASPBERRIES

A bucket full of Roses to the wonderful young man who found my iPhone and handed it in to the RCMP. Your honesty is greatly appreciated.

Raspberries to the inconsiderate residents of Powell River who inundate our city with cigarette butts and litter. As a walker, I find it hurtful to see so much litter. It must be discouraging for homeowners who maintain their homes to see this in their area. Boulevards are not being maintained and sidewalks that cross over driveways are covered with small rocks that go into the street. This is difficult for pedestrians to navigate.

Instruments filled with the biggest, plumpest Roses to the local jazz band that takes the town’s breath away with its amazing talent.

Hurtful bunches of Raspberries to those who constantly hurt others by way of exclusion.

What you do is a form of bullying. As adults, you should know better. Being cliquey and excluding people in the plans you make, in the manner you do, is totally unnecessary.

Always accepting of invites one way, but never receiving one is hurtful. Friendship is a two-way street. Obviously, you are not the friends you say you are. The one-way street that has been open for many years is closing.

Grow up and be kind. Life is too short.

Have your thoughts published in the Peak Weekender Email publisher@prpeak.com with your roses and raspberries Please do not use names or specific identifiers, all commentors will be kept anonymous

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Reconciliation canoe carving project Tla’amin elder John Louie led the September 21 traditional blessing of a 40foot red cedar log, central to the Hɛhɛwšɩn (the way forward) Reconciliation Canoe Journey Grandfather Project taking place at Willingdon Beach.

The canoe-carving project is intended to create a more meaningful understanding of reconciliation through community participation over the next month. CHRIS BOLSTER PHOTOS

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1. Carvers [from left] Matthew Louie, Sherman Pallen, Ivan Rosypskye, Alvin Wilson, Phil Russell and Joe Martin 2. Tla’amin Nation hegus Clint Williams [left] and Sherman Pallen 3. Crowd gathers at Willingdon Beach for the ceremony 4. Cyndi Pallen 5. Matthew Louie 6. Sherman Pallen 7. Gail Blaney 8. [From right] John Louie, Joe Martin and Alvin Wilson

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