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Kyle Croxall knew the championship was not in the bag. He was glad his skates were. The 19 Wing Comox firefighter was crowned the 2012 Red Bull Crashed Ice world champion during an action-packed final Saturday night in Quebec City in front of more than 100,000 spectators. In a fight that went right down to the final race, Croxall secured the second-place finish he needed following a dramatic slip from his brother Scott during the closing stages of the final race to come in behind 2011 champion Arttu Pihlainen on the night but in front of his rival overall. Rumours that Croxall’s racing skates got lost in transit by air luggage handlers ahead of Saturday’s season finale turned out to be only partly true. Croxall said his form-fitted skates arrived when he did at the Quebec airport even though another bag belonging to him went missing. Organizers say it was the most dramatic Ice Cross downhill world championship in Red Bull Crashed Ice history, with Pihlainen looking like he was headed for the title. Championship leader Kyle Croxall needed

19 WING COMOX firefighter Kyle Croxall is a world champion thanks to his victory Saturday in the 2012 Red Bull Crashed Ice finale. to finish at least second to win the title but he was well behind his brother Scott in third place with time running out as the Finn streaked away from the pack. But Scott suddenly crashed into a wall after a tricky jump and fell to the ice, allowing Kyle

to leapfrog him into second and give Canada its first world championship. Kyle Croxall, runnerup in 2010 and 2011, finished the year with 3,000 points, just 40 ahead of Pihlainen (2,960) with Scott Croxall third (2,300). It was a bittersweet victory for Pihlainen, the 2011 world cham-

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As outdoor enthusiasts enjoy fresh powder with a blast of winter this past week, the danger of travelling into backcountry has increased, with a high to considerable avalanche rating on Vancouver Island. The Vancouver Island Avalanche Bulletin (VIAB) rated the alpine and treeline danger ratings as high on Tuesday, and considerable for Wednesday, while belowtreeline rating as considerable for the two days.

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pion. It was the sixth career victory for the soft-spoken sports teacher but Pihlainen came to Canada planning to overtake Croxall and drive home the Mini awarded to the world champion. For much of the race it looked like he had the title in the bag before Scott Croxall’s late tumble. “It feels amazing,” said Kyle Croxall, a muscular athlete with fast feet who won the first two races of 2012 in Saint Paul, Minn., and Valkenburg, Netherlands, before stumbling in Are, Sweden, with a 13th place that left him in danger of throwing away the championship. He admitted he was delighted to see his brother crash in front of him. “I thought that was really good.” But both he and Scott denied there had been any sort of “team orders.” The third world championship was dominated by the Canadian team with Finland following. The Swiss and German teams were once again strong while the Dutch, Russian and USA teams showed great improvement. Croxall was in Toronto this week doing media interviews arranged by Red Bull and could not be contacted prior to the Record’s press time.

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Teen seeking pageant crown Renée Andor Record Staff

Somer McNeil wants to become Miss Teen Canada World — and she’s looking for community support to help her do that. The 18-year-old was crowned Miss Teen Comox Valley World earlier this month after she competed in Vancouver at the provincial level. “I was so excited,” McNeil said of the moment she won the title. “I was just beaming and it just felt so good to get that crown on my head.” Now, McNeil is preparing to head off to the national competition, which will be in Toronto from July 14 to 22. In order to attend, she needs to raise a minimum of $400 for Free the Children, an organization that promotes children helping

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children through education and empowerment. While she is not supposed to start this fundraising until closer to the competition date, some ideas McNeil has come up with so far are: car washes, bake sales, and a picnic at her church. She also needs to raise just under $3,000 for her competition entrance fee, and plans to approach local businesses, “big and small,” to sponsor her.

McNeil said part of the competition is based on community involvement, and she said she will host events and volunteer in the Comox Valley during the lead-up to the competition. However, volunteering and community involvement is nothing new for McNeil. “I’ve always been involved in my community,” said McNeil. “I attend the Comox Valley United Church, and I’m part of the youth group there and we do a lot of community activities. I’ve also done volunteer projects in Nicaragua and Guatemala.” In fact, McNeil had planned to go back to Nicaragua this June but couldn’t because of the cost of the trip. After deciding not to go, she started looking for other volunteer opportunities for youth and Miss Teen Canada

World came up in the top three hits online. McNeil applied just one week before the provincial competition and only had a Skype interview with the pageant director before heading off to Vancouver and becoming Miss Teen Comox Valley World. McNeil said she’s not the typical beauty pageant competitor, describing herself as more of a “jeans and runners” girl. She even asked for heel-wearing advice on her blog, but did wear heeled shoes for the provincial competition. To sponsor McNeil or for more information on her and the competition, visit her blog at www.missteencomoxvalley.com. “So far, it’s been an amazing experience and I can’t wait to see what else happens,” said McNeil.

Stalwart in village passes away Friday

Quote of the Day Although the ❝ pipeline doesn’t cross

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boy. Harvie was married 67 years to Dorothy, who cared for him until the end. They have three adult children, and numerous grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. The service is this Saturday at 11 a.m. at Christ the King Catholic Church in Courtenay off Ryan Road. A celebration of Red’s life will be held at 1 p.m. at the CRI in Cumberland.

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this community and although the tanker route is not supposed to come in our waters, the consequences of an oil break in a pipeline or an oil tanker leak are huge for every citizen of the province of British Columbia.

A former freeman of the Village of Cumberland and Citizen of the Year — died Friday at the age of 90. Andrew (Red) Harvie also served several terms on Cumberland council and represented the village at the regional district level. Harvie was born April 15, 1921 in Scotland. He and his family emigrated to Cumberland when he was a

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Pipeline protest gathering steam Scott Stanfield Record Staff

The National Energy Board will conduct hearings for Enbridge’s Northern Gateway Pipeline proposal March 30 and 31 at the Comox Recreation Centre. The Comox Valley chapters of the Council of Canadians and the Sierra Club have organized a rally on the Saturday dubbed Our Coast, Our Decision — No Tankers, No Pipeline. Attendees are asked to bring banners and to wear a blue scarf in opposition to the multi-billion dollar twin pipeline system proposed to run from Bruderheim, Alta. near Edmonton to a new marine terminal in Kitimat. Enbridge proposes to ship an average of 525,000 barrels of oil per day to Kitimat. “Although the pipeline doesn’t cross this community and although the tanker route is not supposed to come in our waters, the consequences of an oil break in a pipeline or an oil tanker leak are huge for every citizen of the province of British Columbia,” protest co-ordinator Barb Biley said. “We consider it our problem as much as anyone else in the province.” The rally will run from about 1 to 2 p.m. Protesters from Victoria, Quadra Island and other communities are expected to attend.

An estimated 2,000 protesters attended a demonstration last month in Prince Rupert. “Every place that the hearings have been held there have been different types of expressions of opposition to both the pipeline and the process,” Biley said. “There are many, many levels on which this is a huge problem, not least of which is that we’re shipping our resources out of our country and not developing manufacturing in our country.” She also notes environmental, economic and social issues. Subject to regulatory approval, construction of the pipeline is proposed to extend from mid-2014 to the latter part of 2017. Consultation with the public and First Nations continues through 2017. Biley said the consultation process is “not what any serious person would call consultation.” After the rally, the crowd will move to École Robb Road Elementary for further activities. For more information, check www.facebook.com/ events/365883920095408/ or call 250-335-0850. For information about car pools and buses from outside the Valley, contact Marie at 250-335-0850 or visit www.bit.ly/comoxorbust. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Gliders over Valley Look up in the sky! Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Yes, it’s a plane — and a glider, too. Air cadets from across the province are gliding above Comox this week during a spring break gliding exercise until Saturday over CFB Comox. The exercise is designed to provide further practical gliding experience to 15 teenaged air cadets, who have become Trans-

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COUN. STEWART HARDY watches Coun. Barb Mitchell sign a shared resource harvest area agreement on behalf of the K’ómoks First Nation. PHOTO BY MARK ALLAN

K’ómoks, Holalco sign agreement Mark Allan

and Salmon rivers. “Instead of each nation only harvesting in your individual nation’s territories … there’s now an agreement whereby you may share harvesting areas,” Frank added. “So it expands your access to resources, provides your families with some security and moves us into the future.” “I really look forward moving into the future supporting each other’s treaty processes,” responded Coun. Maryann Enevoldsen, who joined fellow Homalco councillor and treaty co-ordinator Darren Blaney to the signing ceremony. “I’d also like to thank BCTC (BC Treaty Commission),” noted Enevoldsen. “Without their funding contributions, this agreement wouldn’t have been possible. After many years of working on this agreement, I’m very grateful we were able to accomplish this agreement.” On behalf of Chief Ernie Hardy, who was ill, Couns. Stewart Hardy and Barb Mitchell signed the deal on behalf of the K’ómoks. Enevoldsen and Blaney did likewise for the Homalco.

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The K’ómoks First Nation inked an agreement Friday with the Xwémalhkwu (Homalco) First Nation that defines the rights and responsibilities of each regarding their historical shared access to resources. A signing ceremony at the K’ómoks Band Hall officially recognizes that both groups “are willing to continue to share certain geographic areas,” according to the shared resource harvest area agreement. The agreement covers the harvesting of fish (including shellfish), wildlife and migratory birds as well as gathering plants, medicines and other materials. “The agreement really recognizes the roots of your nations and how they were intertwined in the past,” K’ómoks assistant treaty co-ordinator Ron Frank told a crowd of K’ómoks and Homalco people. “It really takes us back to those roots where we shared the areas where we harvested our resources,” added Frank, who noted that as a member of neither nation, he was

Record Staff The Homalco First Nation traditionally has lived at Bute Inlet near the upper Sunshine Coast. Its main community and band office is just south of Campbell River, although it has 12 reserves on 686.9 hectares. The band has almost 500 members, about half living on its main reserve. They are negotiating an agreement in principle, the crucial fourth of six stages in the BC Treaty Commission process. The K’ómoks First Nation has 277 members. Almost 120 members and numer-

proud of both of them for reaching the agreement. “In a modern-day context, this agreement gives us certainty around negotiating our respective treaties,” Frank continued. “We have a very clear agreement that won’t get in the way of each other’s treaty processes. “And in those areas where we share lands and resources — access to lands and resources, it’s very clear that we have to speak to one another before we make decisions that affect those areas.” For instance, the

ous non-members live on the KFN Indian Reserve No. 1 on Comox Road between Courtenay and Comox. This year, K’ómoks members approved an agreement in principle. A formal signing ceremony involving Vancouver Island North MLA/Indian Affairs Minister John Duncan and Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation Minister Mary Polak has been scheduled for March 24 at the K’ómoks Band Hall. The AIP offers the K’ómoks people $17.5 million and about 5,000 acres of land, including the return of the tip of Goose Spit.

K’ómoks will select treaty settlement lands within their statement of intent area only if they are outside Homalco core areas. Any treaty settlement lands selected by either that are within the other’s core areas will require written consent from the other band. Specifically, K’ómoks recognizes the exclusive right of Homalco to harvest surplus salmon from Bute Inlet. Homalco recognizes the K’ómoks right to do the same from the Courtenay, Puntledge, Browns, Tsolum, Oyster

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Victoria bows to complaints about driving test Scott Stanfield Record Staff

Drivers on the far side of 80 who fail a computerized test will now be offered a road test before they have to surrender their licence. Attorney General Shirley Bond announced the road test option Monday after hearing complaints from seniors who lost their privileges based on a test called DriveABLE. “Our goal is to keep drivers on the road

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as long as it’s safe to do so,” Bond said in a news release. “With our growing seniors population, it is critical that we continue to ensure our streets are safe, while giving seniors the confidence that decisions on their ability to drive is done in the most respectful and thorough manner.” Of more than three million B.C. drivers — 84,000 of whom are more than 80 — about 1,500 are referred to the superintendent by physicians when they have been identified as

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Certainly our SOS group does not want to see people on the road who shouldn’t be there, but we’ve studied this test and there is no research that we can see that shows that the memory part of the test shows a driving ability.

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Gwyn Frayne having cognitive issues that may hamper their ability to drive safely, according to the province. Gwyn Frayne, an executive member of Support Our Seniors, suggests 80 is nothing

more than an arbitrary number. “Certainly our SOS group does not want to see people on the road who shouldn’t be there, but we’ve studied this test and there is no research that we can

income could not afford the re-test. A new mobile service in the works will help alleviate the “rural problem” in locations such as Black Creek, Merville and Union Bay where Frayne said seniors without driver’s licences become isolated.

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you know, that set me off on this path,” he explained. “We also want to do something meaningful — we don’t just want to make a living — we want to make a difference and be involved in the world and be part of the change.” The couple owns a travel business based out of Victoria called Hidden Places, which offers unique travel experiences to various places in the world. In 2008, they created Elephant Earth Initiative, which is a conservation branch of their business. Two per cent of the cost of every trip customers go on with Hidden Places goes directly into their conservation projects. Also, the anti-poaching project is just one facet of their conservation efforts. Hidden Places also does other conservation work in Kenya, and in Thai-

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phants is a large part of what the couple does, and he noted that a sizable chunk of the presentation is about this issue. “We’re always in the background lobbying elephant tourism operations,” explained Goering. “There’s sometimes simple things that can be done to make it more humane for elephants to be in

Fields closing in Comox Record Staff Fields, a major Western Canada retailer that sells discount items, is closing its operation in the fall. Its store at the Comox Centre Mall is among 141 locations in B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and the Northwest Territories. The company shut down 26 of its stores in Ontario last month. The Hudson Bay Company, which owns the chain, has said it plans to focus on growing The Bay, Lord & Taylor, and Home Outfitters. The history of Fields dates back to 1950 when Joseph Segal opened the first store in Vancouver. Segal’s initial focus on discount family clothing expanded over the next two decades as he acquired other retailers, including several Bay stores in the B.C. Interior. By 1971, Fields expanded into Alberta. In 1976, Fields bought 50 per cent of the Zellers chain. Two years later Hudson Bay bought Zellers, a purchase that included Fields. Hudson Bay has signed a tentative deal to sell 37 of its locations. The new owner would keep the Fields name intact, meaning some towns, including Parksville, Port Hardy and Port McNeill, could retain their Fields stores. The Comox location is not listed among stores expected to remain open.

these captive situations.” According to Goering, only allowing one person to ride an elephant instead of two people is one simple way to make life easier

for elephants in the tourism industry. Although Goering said that there’s plenty of work that still needs to be done to protect elephants, he said awareness of the issues

is on the rise. “The word about wild elephants and conservation is spreading even among really remote tribal people,” he said, adding that the conservation work

is designed to help what’s already in place rather than impose new things. “We’re not trying to come and impose some kind of a conservation ethic on this group of

people who are living there — they already have it — you know, we’re just trying basically to help give them the tools to carry it out.” For more informa-

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Addiction, genders, education tackled by speakers Internet addiction is a serious problem, fighting gender stereotypes needs to start now, art is just as important as academics, and public education should be reformed. So said Comox Valley high school students last week at Comox Valley Students Speak, the School District 71 annual public speaking competition. A speech by Isfeld Grade 12 student Alexandra Kent on the derogatory use of the word â€˜gayâ€™ took the top $500 bursary prize in English. Second place went to Vanierâ€™s Grade 12 student Katja Walther who won $300, and third place went to Grade 11 Leah Tâ€™ien, also from Isfeld, who won $200. â€œIt was cool to be able to speak about something you care about, and have a whole audience listen to what you have to say,â€? said Kent, who was elated and honoured to have taken the top spot. In French Immersion, Isfeldâ€™s Leanne Thieu won first, Emily Keyes took second, and Michelle Ko took third. All three students are in Grade 8, and each

took part in the event, including Highland, Vanier, Cumberland Junior, and Isfeld. In total there was $3,000 in bursaries up for grabs. The top French Immersion speaker and top Core French speaker will represent the Comox Valley at the provincial Concours Dâ€™Art Oratoire in Vancouver later this spring. Concours is sponsored by the Canadian Parents for French. All bursaries were provided by the Dr. David Carmichael Memorial fund as well as the local Kiwanis

Vancouver Island MusicFest Presents ALEXANDRA KENT (LEFT) and Leanne Thieu performed well in the School District 71 annual public speaking competition. won $500, $300, and $200 bursaries respectively. Isfeldâ€™s Grade 12 student Maryka Kranabetter also won a $500 bursary for her speech about â€˜how love changesâ€™ in the Core French category. Kranabetter is in Grade 12, has never been in French Immersion, and encourages other students in

French as a Second Language courses to take the plunge and try the Core French category next year. Two bursaries went unclaimed as Kranabetter was the only competitor. â€œI just love languages. For other people who love language courses, itâ€™s a great way to practise their skills, plus itâ€™s a way to earn

Help for your tax return Itâ€™s that time of the year again and a group of volunteers will be at the Lionâ€™s Den (1729 Comox Ave. in Comox) every Tuesday from 1 to 3:30 p.m. during March and April to e-file taxes for seniors, families, individuals, persons with disabilities, students and newcomers to Canada who are eligible for this free service.

Club. Judging for the English was done by the Toastmasters Clubs of the Comox Valley, Community Builder and TedX speaker Zac Whyte, Coun. Jon Ambler, School District 71 assistant superintendent Sheila Shanahan, and Jennifer Faerber (JET-FM news director). French judges included Robb Road VP Al Johnson, and Isfeld French Immersion teachers Peter Lineger and Stephanie Finlay. The MC for the evening was SD 71 superintendent Sherry Elwood. â€” School District 71

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BALLET VICTORIA RETURNS March 30 to the Sid with the Four Seasons and Other Works.

Sid encore for Ballet Victoria JILLIAN PEACOCK (BACK row, middle) and Cameron Kearns (front row, middle) competed at the B.C. highland dancing open championships.

Highland dancers shine at B.C. championships She was second runner-up. Comox Valley highland dancIn the 16/17 years champiers Cameron Kearns and Jilonship, Peacock won a bronze lian Peacock distinguished medal (Sword) and placed fifth themselves at the B.C. open in Fling and the Seann Truibchampionships, representing the has. She was fourth Brigadoon Dance Academy. BRIGADOON runner-up. The competition Brigadoon’s chamwas run by the B.C. pionship team trains Highland Dancing Association under the direction of Diena at Magee Secondary School in Henry. Dancers from the Comox Vancouver. This open competition Valley and Nanaimo train at hosted dancers from not only Brigadoon. British Columbia, but many top In the 11 years championship, dancers from United States and Kearns won two bronze medals Alberta. (Fling and Sword) and two sil— Brigadoon Dance Academy vers (Seann Truibhas and Reel).

Four Seasons and Other Works on March 30 with West Coast interpretation After their successful tour of Carmen last spring, Ballet Victoria returns to the Sid Williams Theatre on March 30 with Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and Other Works, a uniquely West Coast interpretation blending music, poetry, visual art, and dance. Buoyed by Vivaldi’s Four Seasons score, new and exciting choreography from Ballet Victoria’s artistic director Paul Destrooper weaves classical music with First Nation legend as the audience follows two ravens through the seasons of a mystical relationship. “It’s the spirituality and mythology of the West Coast,” Destrooper says. “It’s a story about relationships. “In autumn, there’s the harvest and feasts in the tradition of the potlatch. The chill of winter follows the honeymoon

stage and there’s some fighting. Then spring brings nature and love back to life. In summer, all the women give birth and families build,” he explains. Inspired by the work of four First Nations visual artists — LessLIE, Rande Cook, Tom Hunt, and Dylan Thomas — Destrooper’s choreography sees each season personified by a dozen costumed dancers and their seasonal colours contrast with the white and black ravens, depicted by Destrooper and Sandrine Cassini. The paintings of the four First Nations artists, all from Vancouver Island, are projected in an introductory montage ahead of each season. The multi-layered performance is rounded out by Lieut.- Gov. Steven L. Point’s narration of haikus by Victoria poet Linda Rogers. Founded in 2002, Ballet Victoria has transformed over the last three years into a first-class professional arts organization. Under the artistic direction of Destrooper, the company has become a cul-

tural asset to Victoria and the province, receiving accolades in national and international media. Destrooper has created works, taught and coached for professional companies and schools including the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, Oregon Ballet Theatre, Northwest Professional Dance Project, Ballet Kelowna, Ballet BC and the Okanagan Summer Dance Intensive. Destrooper’s choreography focuses on ballet as an Art of Light — shaping light with movement to reflect musicality and trigger emotion. This is the only North Island stop on Ballet Victoria’s tour of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and Other Works. Ballet Victoria performs Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and Other Works at the Sid Williams Theatre on March 30 at 7:30 p.m. in Courtenay. Tickets can be purchased at the Sid ticket centre, by phone 250-338-2430 or online at www.sidwilliamstheatre.com. — Sid Williams Theatre

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CAMERA CLUB SHOW Smoke Elephant Safari by Michelle Rankin will be part of ImageFest 2012 this Saturday. The annual exhibit by Comox Valley Camera Club members will start at 7:30 p.m. at the Sid Williams Theatre. For details, visit www.sidwilliamstheatre.com or phone 250-338-2430.

The Lensmen collectively bring a lot of years of experience to recreate music that has been around a long time. The group’s repertoire reaches back to just about the turn of the century, 1900 that is, and through the ‘40s. They have also been known to play a little jazz beyond the big band era with Len Wilkie crooning a la Frank Sinatra and are not ashamed to say even a little country. Some of the oldies but goodies that will be on the program are I Can’t Give You Anything But Love, Harlem Nocturne, Walkin’ My Baby Back Home and Satin Doll. The Lensmen are Noel Thomas - cornet, Mike Eddy - piano, Len Wilkie - drums, and Greg Sumner - bass. Greg is the founder of the Cure All Jazz Band and is an encyclopedia of performance knowledge about the traditional style of jazz starting from the 1920s. The Lensmen perform this Friday at the Zocalo Café in downtown Courtenay. — Lensmen

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ARTIST JOE SMITH (above right) created this year’s design for the Vancouver Island MusicFest poster. The design features a subtle suggestion of forest that transitions into reaching bands of colour depicting the tones of the diatonic musical scale.

Vancouver Island MusicFest has revealed the new 2012 poster image. A long-standing tradition for the Vancouver Island MusicFest has been to create a new poster each year. For 2012 the VI MusicFest turned to celebrated Union Bay fine artist Joe Smith. “The thought of doing a piece for the Vancouver Island MusicFest was intriguing,” said Smith. “The image had to convey the feel of the festival —

the Valley and most importantly, the music.” Driving the creative process for Smith was the idea of “music as colour.” Staying true to his passion for watercolors, one of the mediums he uses, Smith created a distinctive image depicting the Island, the glacial mountains, the sea and the musical roots of the festival. Perhaps the most striking aspect of the design is the subtle suggestion of forest that transi-

tions into reaching bands of colour depicting the tones of the diatonic scale — Do Re Mi Fa So La Ti. “We love this image,” says artistic director Doug Cox. “It’s unlike anything we’ve ever done before. It has a great feel and Joe has given us a wonderful gift with this original work.” Smith has also donated the original artwork to MusicFest, which plans to feature the piece as part of the fundraising initiatives

during the festival. Versions of the original Joe Smith creation will be used on all marketing and promotional materials for the 2012 Vancouver Island Music Festival as well as a variety of merchandise to be sold leading up to and during the festival July 6 to 8. For more about the festival, visit www.islandmusicfest.com. — Vancouver Island MusicFest

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Plenty of action at Salish Sea HoopFest tourney Nanaimo, Powell River join host Comox Valley for invitational event Earle Couper Record Staff

The action was fast and the enthusiasm inspiring Sunday when the Comox Valley Wheelchair Sports Society hosted the Salish Sea HoopFest. The host Comox Valley squad was joined by teams from Powell River and Nanaimo for the invitational event, held at the Comox Community Centre gym. Scoring stats were not as important as good-humoured rivalry and love of the game, said Karin Kratz, the driving force behind the sport in the Comox Valley and recent recipient of the B.C. Wheelchair Basketball Society’s Volunteer of the Year award. Comox Valley met a sharpshooting Nanaimo team in the first game of the tourney. “Bert Abbott of Nanaimo stated we did surprising well, meaning we actually gave them a challenge,” said Kratz. “Powell River Ravens definitely were stronger than we were, and in the game against them, we became more cohesive – Sunday was the second game for four of our players – and made better offensive plays near the end. “In the final game of Nanaimo vs. Powell River, it was a very close call – two exceptionally good teams playing ‘city league’ basketball – a nice example of the very inspiring

COMOX VALLEY PLAYERS reach for rebound during Sunday match against Nanaimo. and fast-paced competitive sport wheelchair basketball can be,” Kratz said. “Since we (Comox Valley) really work on making this an inclusive and accessible

sport, we tend to downplay the scoring. This should not be confused with having no competitiveness however, as we have some very competitive and athletic indi-

viduals who simply enjoy playing the sport with us. Some of them have a disability and some do not,” added Kratz. After the HoopFest, the

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Vanier players in Hong Kong for sevens tourney Thousands of rugby players, supporters and enthusiasts are flocking to Hong Kong this week to take in the 2012 Cathay Pacific Hong Kong Sevens event, one of the most renowned stops on the International Rugby Board Sevens World Series. Among the many Canadians traveling this week are 10 members of the British Columbia Elite Youth Sevens (BCEY7’s) program who will be competing in the Standard Chartered Bank International Youth Sevens tournament. That lineup includes Jordan de Graaf and Gavin McLean, two products of G.P. Vanier Secondary School. The 10 Under-18 men’s provincial players have all been a part of the BCEY7’s program, designed to create

and deliver a development pathway for junior athletes who can develop skills to represent Canada with distinction at future World Cup tournaments and the Olympic Games. For those select 10 players, this will be the ultimate learning experience. All of the players recently participated in the Las Vegas High School International Rugby Sevens in February, where British Columbia went undefeated to claim the 2012 championship. The select few, representing North and South Vancouver Island, North Vancouver, Vancouver West and the Fraser Valley, will now have a taste of what it means to be an international sevens player. “Going on a tour like

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this is the reason we have the BCEY7’s program, to prepare players for representative and international rugby,” said BCEY7’s head coach Shane Thompson, a former national player and head coach of Canada’s men’s sevens team. “These guys will have the full expe-

rience of going to an international tournament where they will have to adjust to a new time zone, battle jetlag and dehydration, recover from travel and adjust to different foods and a new culture. There aren’t very many opportunities like these for our young age

grade players and this will give them a true taste of what it’s like to be an international sevens player.” International Youth Sevens The BC U18 players will compete in the Youth Sevens tournament on March 22 before watching Canada and the world’s elite men’s sevens programs compete at the IRB Hong Kong Sevens, set to run March 23-25. The B.C. squad will also see the world’s top-ranked Canadian women’s sevens team in action as they look to retain their title at the IRB Challenge Cup. The BC U18 players have a busy schedule. They trained with the Hong Kong Academy yesterday, will work out with the renowned international Penguins team on March

THERE WERE SMILES from the participants in Sunday’s Comox Valley half marathon. Below, two Road Runners near the finish line.

Finlayson fastest at half marathon Earle Couper Record Staff

Jim Finlayson was first across the finish line Sunday at the Comox Valley Road Runners’ annual half marathon. The relatively flat course and seasonable temperature with no wind or rain made for a good outing for the good turnout of runners on the out-and-back course that started and finished at the Filberg Centre in Courtenay. Finlayson (M40-44, Apex Runners) completed the course in 1:07.29. Winning the race was the only improvement Finlayson could have made from last year, when he finished second overall in a time of 1:06.26. Finlayson’s 2012 time gave him a a comfortable lead ahead of runner-up Bruce Deacon (Prairie Inn Harriers), who clocked in at 1:11.22. A total of 431 runners finished the annual race, with is part of the Frontrunners Island Race Series. The first CVRR runner was Vince Brotherston (M4549) who finished ninth overall in 1:17.27. Complete race results are at racedaytiming.ca sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com

22 and will participate in a training session with the Canadian senior men’s national team. For the Youth tournament, the British Columbia side is currently in Pool A of the U18 Men’s division, competing against Hong Kong-based club sides Flying Kukris-1 and DeA-2 Tigers RFC as well as the Bangkok Lions-1 out of Thailand. If B.C. were to advance to the Cup semifinals they would be up against a team from Pool B, which includes Singaporebased club DHL Ta’moko Lions, DeA-1 Tigers RFC, Bangkok Lions-2 and Flying Kukris-2. The tournament will be played March 22 at King’s Park Sports Ground in Kowloon. – B.C. Rugby Union

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Comox Valley snowboarders were busy on both the national and international scene on the weekend. At the Canadian Slopestyle Championships in Calgary on March 16, Darcy Sharpe from Comox was a close second behind Jon Versteeg from Vernon. Versteeg’s best run of the day earned him 81.70 points while Sharpe scored 80.50. Meanwhile, at Valmalenco, Italy on March 16, Carle Brenneman of Comox posted a ninth place finish in the final FIS snowboardcross event of the season. It was the third-best finish for a Canadian woman at the event. Dominique Maltais was fourth and Maelle Ricker finished fifth. sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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The Comox Valley Skating Club wrapped up the 36th and final Barbara Rasmussen Memorial Competition this past weekend, with over 280 competitors taking part, including 26 local skaters. Comox Valley has been host for 35 of the 36 years that this competition has been run, with coach Dawn (Rachuk, Spelay) Ladret being an integral part of the organizing and production of the event for 30 of those years. Several members of the Rasmussen family, including Barbara’s mother, son and grandson, were in town to celebrate the long run of the event and help close it out. “A big thank you to the organizing committee lead by Lisa Wigard for making this last one a special event for all involved,” said CVSC coach and director of skating Greg Ladret. “While most competitions are hosted by a different community each year, having this event in one place every year has created personal connections for many of the local people that have had a long involvement with it,” Ladret said. “One interesting development has been that in the past couple of years a few of our youngest skaters have become the third generation of their family to compete in the Barbara Rasmussen Memorial Competition.” Ladret said the local skaters did themselves proud with personal best skates, picking up five performance ribbons, and a mixture of first-, second- and third-place medals.

IMPRESSING AT THE 36th and final Barbara Rasmussen Memorial Competition were Comox Valley Skating Club members, left to right, front to back: Haelyn Kim, Joel Blackburn, Aalyiah Melanson, Jade Paganelli, Frances Nye, Jane Schaffhauser, Kaylee Lasota, Shayna Usipuik, Marisa Thomson, Chai Sullivan, Isabel Cortez, Claire Brown, Peyton Meiers, Zoe McDougall, Elizabeth Van Horne-Wall, Rachelle Beauchamp, Beverly Jolley, Kaya Leslie, Meghan Taylor, Tianna Usipuik, Nicole Cho. Missing are Dustin Lucas, Rachael Casanave, Brianna Neva, Megan Jones. Though the Super Series Star Skate Provincial Final which will be held March 23-25 in Surrey is the official end of the Star Skate season, many Island skaters who only skate the fall and winter seasons have come to consider the Barbara Rasmussen Competi-

tion the end of the season, Ladret noted. Comox Valley skaters have the first event of the new Super Series season in Parksville April 13-15, so most of them will not be taking a training break until the end of May, he added. For information on

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Twenty-eight players turned out for the Comox Legion’s Men’s Open Darts Tournament on the weekend. The North Island was well represented, with players from Duncan, Nanaimo and Campbell River and even overseas with five from Quadra Island and one from Cortes Island joining the locals for a day of competitive darts. Starting the day with the doubles event, 14 pairs faced off at 10 a.m., playing a onegame round robin format, with the top eight advancing to the knockout stage. Playing the best-of-three, the eventual winners were locals Bill Durant and Shane Dennis; second place went to Albert Wilson (Quadra Island) and Ross Doak (Quadra Island). Doug Meldrum and Willie Stewart (Duncan) beat out Ken Binnersley and Ken McGuffie (Quadra Island) for third spot. Payout went to first through fourth. The singles event started after a short lunch break. Two sheets of 12 participants played the one-game round robin event with the top eight from each sheet moving into the best-of-three knockout rounds. Another well-contested event had Ken Binnersley winning over Willie Stewart with Laurie (Laramie) Bull edging out Doug Meldrum for third spot. “Thanks go to Vicky Willington for preparing the chili and to Leslie Lamouroux for dishing up the lunch and for running the raffles,” an event spokesperson said. “Last but not least, thanks to Don Parsons for setting up the hall and boards, and to the players who assisted in taking the boards down on completion.” Next up is the Comox Legion’s sixth annual Memorial Tournament on April 21. – Comox Legion

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Local rinks do well at men’s bonspiel The Comox Valley Curling Club held its Men’s Open Bonspiel last weekend. Thirtytwo teams entered the event, 13 of which were from out-of-town.“From all reports, a great time was had by all competitors both on and off the ice,” an event spokesperson said. Sunday’s finals featured four outstanding games with each one either going to an extra end or coming down to the last rock. In the A final, the local Ron Schmidt team battled hard with the Tom Veary-skipped team from Campbell River. After the last rock had been thrown, wily veteran Veary and his rink with third Ron Reynolds, second Kevin John and lead Bruce Manson prevailed over the Schmidt rink (Norm Cote, Don Pennell and Jade Jensen). Finishing third was the Randy Veitch rink with the Dean Thulin rink finishing fouth. In the B final, local curler Mike Imrie and his team of third Mike Meeres, second Bruce Taylor and lead Paul Otto out-duelled another local team skipped by Craig Bernes (third Shawn Holland, second Roy Longman and lead Dave Robbins). “This was an excellent game which again came down to the final stones before a victor could be declared,” the spokesperson said. Fin-

THE A EVENT winners were the Tom Veary rink of Campbell River with skip Tom Veary, third Ron Reynolds, second Kevin John and lead Bruce Manson. ishing third was the Hodgson rink with the Brian Gisel rink placing fourth. The C final was won by another local curler and club/ice manager Brent Aitken. Andy Quant was skipping the team with Brent playing third, Rick McCaughan second and ice assistant Roy Semenchuk lead. The local knowledge of the ice proved too much for their opposition, the Tony Pisto rink with third Fraser Irwin, second Tyler Dyck and lead Josh Pisto. Finishing third was the Hungar rink with the Williams rink fourth. The most exciting game to watch was

the D final which once again featured two local teams. The Rod May team battled hard for supremacy against the Eric Tanguay team with the game going to an extra end. It wasn’t decided until the last rock where May threw a picture perfect ‘draw to the button’ to claim the win by a mere inch or so. Curling with May were third Rob Dale, second Stu Larson and lead Gerry Hannem. The Tanguay rink featured a father/son combination with son Eric skipping the team with dad Richard at third, Evan Weber at second and Sam Bender in the lead position. “Congratulations to

Golf and save this season The BC Lung Association is encouraging golf lovers provincewide to golf and save this season by investing in a copy of the BC Lung Association’s 2012 Golf Privilege Club membership book. “The ultimate in golf savings, the book provides golf lovers with deep discounts and reduced fees at nearly 350 golf courses throughout British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Washington State,” a spokesperson said. “And for just $35, you will not only be paying less to play your favourite sport, but you’ll be helping the lives of the one in five British Columbians living with lung disease.” “Our membership book saves golfers hundreds of dollars for less than the price of one round of golf. It’s also a great way for golfers to pay less and play

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all the winning teams and for their support of this bonspiel,” said the spokesperson. “The curling club is indebted to our four sponsors, Ron Schmidt of Assante Wealth Management; Paul Paquette of Little City Signs; Rick Thomson of Colonial Countertops; and Tony Pisto of Scotia McLeod whose support is greatly appreciated. Thanks, also to Mark Joneson and his kitchen staff for a great Saturday night meal as well as their food and service throughout the weekend. The club looks forward to having everyone back for next year’s bonspiel.” – Comox Valley Curling Club

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Traditional Easter breads and regular home-baking, also sausage, frozen cabbage rolls, borsch and perogies available

arch 24th Saturday, M 0 am at 10:0

all, Courtena

Driftwood M

VOLUNTEER CONNECTOR

“Always do right. This will gratify some people and astonish the rest.” -Mark Twain

Canadian Cancer Society Ofﬁce Assistant Contribute your passion and energy to the eradication of cancer and the enhancement of the quality of life of those living with cancer as a volunteer with the Canadian Cancer Society. The Office Assistant works out of our community office located in Courtenay at the front desk, taking care of welcoming clients and referring them to information and resources. The Office Assistant may also take part in some administrative tasks for the variety of fundraising events which take place throughout the year. Contact: Anna Glenny @ 250-380-2354 Email: aglenny@bc.cancer.ca

Canadian Red Cross Society HELP Client Care/Front Desk To provide front line assistance, in person or by phone, to clients recovering from injury or surgery who require the loan of medical equipment for up to three months. Time commitment is one three (3) hour shift a week (9:30am - 12:30pm or 12:30pm - 3:30pm) Monday through Friday. •provide client service during scheduled shift at the office •loan out and receive health equipment as per requests from telephone, fax or walk in clients while maintaining the Red Cross Quality Assurance policies, procedures and standards. •maintain accurate records of clients and equipment •encourage and accept donations and issue receipts as per Red Cross guidelines •follow up on overdue equipment •maintain inventory •report inventory shortages to staff •refer other inquiries appropriately •able to accept and work within the Red Cross Fundamental Principles, the Mission Statement and up hold the Values of the Canadian Red Cross Society •excellent people skills; outgoing, friendly and patient •good telephone skills •excellent communication skills •must be a team player Some lifting required. Disaster Management Volunteer It is the responsibility of the DM Volunteer to: •Become familiar and work within the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross; the Red Cross Disaster Management HR policies and procedures; and within the Society’s Code of Conduct There are many volunteer positions within the DM program in North Island. This may include one or more of the following activities: Before a Disaster: •Helps to build volunteer capacity in the North Island •Delivers emergency and pandemic preparedness information to the public •Coordinates and engages in fund development activities •Attends emergency planning meetings on behalf of the Red Cross •Provides information about the Disaster Management Red Cross program to the community During a disaster: •Serves as liaison to Emergency Social Service teams and other agencies •Provides personal disaster assistance to individuals and/or families who have been affected by a disaster and who do not meet Provincial guidelines •Confirms need for and delivery of goods After a Disaster: •Confirms need for & delivery of prepositioned or donated goods •Provides recovery assessment and assistance to individuals and/or families who have been affected by a disaster Hours of volunteering can be fixed or flexible. Emergency First Aid and CPR certification can be provided after application process is complete. Equipment Cleaner, Health Equipment Loan Program To inspect, maintain, and clean all home use health equipment in use by the Health Equipment Loan Program -Clean soiled and /or returned equipment as required, in accordance with established Red Cross policies and standards -Inspect all equipment to ensure it is in safe working order -Carry out basic maintenance on medical equipment as directed, according to established procedures Qualifications: -Able to accept and work within Red Cross Fundamental Principles, the Mission Statement and the Values of the Canadian Red Cross. -Able to determine whether or not health equipment is in safe and good working order -Provide necessary minor repairs to equipment- no specialized skills required some lifting required. Contact: Carmen Christiansen Phone: 250-334-1557 Email: carmen.christiansen@redcross.ca

“DOLYNA DANCERS”

will perform at NOON

VOLUNTEER COMOX250-334-8063 VALLEY

www.valleylinks.net

532 5th Street, Courtenay 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Weekdays

Sponsored by the Comox Valley Ukrainian Cultural Society

Supported by

THE

COMOX VALLEY RECORD

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Super Spring Break s l a i c e Sp 5 lb Bag

BC Grown “Quality Foods”

McIntosh Apples

Quality Foods

Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts s

Frozen, 2.5kg Box

Each

24 Pack

Cookies Assorted Bakery Fresh

8” Apple Pie

Each

Island Farms

Ice Cream 4lt

DAY S E N WEDrch 21st! Ma

Each

150,000 Q-PoWith ints Redeemed!

Dasani

Bottled Water

12x500ml

Christie

plus applicable fees

*Cuisinart & Krups products are already discounted, and are excluded from this offer.

550gr

Coke, Sprite, Canada Dry or Nestea 24x355ml

Gift Cards AT A STEP ABOVE For every $50 purchased at A Step Above, receive a 30% SAVINGS BY GIFT CARD for a future “A Step Above” purchase!

Each

99 plus applicable fees

Comox Courtenay Port Alberni Powell River Qualicum Foods

Prices in effect March 19 - 25, 2012 For Store Locations & Hours, Please Visit www.qualityfoods.com

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d ia

17.61 per kg

Sunrise Farms

Locally Raised BC Poultry

Fresh Chicken Wings Family Pack, 7.69 per kg

n Be

n Be n Be

10,000

points

2$ for

250ml

300-400gr

5000

Dare

Bear Paws Soft Cookies

Multipak Yogurt

2$ for

Oh Boy! Oberto

Jerky or Bites 70-92gr

8-12x100gr

Kettle

Potato Chips

Olympic

2 $5 for

by select Canadian Ranchers • 100% Satisfaction

Mountain Dew

Citrus Charge

A $5.49 Value FREE!

12x355ml

99 2 $ 5 for

NEW SIZE!

Olympic

Yogurt Selected, 650gr

2$ for

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Nestle Original Coffee Mate

• Produced with Pride

220gr

Red Rose Orange Pekoe Tea

3000

hormones • Vegetable Grain Fed

Krema Greek Style Yogurt NEW 500gr Varieties

210-300gr

36ʼs

antibiotics & growth

Olympic

NEW

• Canada’s #1 Angus Beef • Naturally raised without

guaranteed

Offer is in effect Monday March 19th - Sunday, March 25th

200gr

FREE

Cinnamon Mixed Nuts

Cinnamon Almonds

PER

& Receive A

Plus Applicable Fees

Cinnabon

Bacardi Drink Mix

11.00 per kg

Cinnabon

7500

Stahlbush Farms 100% Natural Frozen Vegetables

GRADE

great specials! Snack on these

226gr

2000

6x710ml

UDIʼs Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies

Sirloin Tip Oven Roast

PER

Pepsi, 2 7up or BUY Schweppes

bonus

2000

PER

QF Platinum Angus

7 3 4 Fres

d ia

n Be

d ia

Per Package

GRADE

n Be

Corned Beef Brisket

AAA

d ia

Glenwood

PER

n Be

Bonus Q-Points

Value Pack, 750gr

49 99

d ia

GRADE

Fres

h Ca na

3 Fres

GRADE

Family Pack, 8.80 per kg

AAA

GRADE

PER

Prime Rib Oven Roast

Outside Round Marinating Steak

Fres

GRADE

d ia

n Be

h Ca na

GRADE

h Ca na

AAA

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Fres

GRADE

FamilyFrPack, 17.61 per kg e

n Be

Fres

AAA

Strip Loin Grilling Steak h Ca na

Family Pack, 8.80 per kg

Fr s

h Ca na

Outside Round Oven Roast

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Sunrise Farms Fresh Grade A

Hertel’s

Fresh Pork Butt Steak Family Pack, 5.93 per kg

Whole Frying Chicken

Locally Raised BC Pork

2 Pack, 4.39 per kg

Smokies

450gr

Locally Raised BC Poultry

PER

4 99 99 5 3 99

Grimm’s

Olymel

#1 Sliced Bacon 500gr

Olymel

Toupie Ham

Wieners

1/2’s or 1/4’s, 5.49 per kg

450gr

Classic Rings 375gr

1 Y U B

FREE

Country Harvest

Bagels

6ʼs

Offer is in effect Monday March 19th - Sunday, March 25th

Selected, 341-398ml

907gr

375gr

2$ for

3$ for

Lundberg

Rice 907gr

Lactantia Bonus Q-Points

Maple Lodge Cream Cheese Chicken Wings Product 908gr, Each

250gr

for

Knorr

700gr

3000 Weetabix Cereal Regular, 400gr

3000

Risotto 155gr

900ml

points

bonus

Carriage Trade Fig Bars

Lundberg

Broth

10,000

Welchʼs Grape Jam 500ml

2500 Lysol All Purpose Cleaner

Betty Crocker

3 $5

2 49 3

49 Each

325- 390gr

141-215gr

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Chicken Bacon

Ristorante Pizza

Perogies

Potatoes

158-233gr

A $2.99 Value FREE!

Maple Lodge

Dr. Oetker

Cheemo

Helping make meals easy! s d o o F y t i l Qua

Canned Vegetables

Hamburger or Tuna Helper

for

& Receive A

Green Giant

Betty Crocker

Each

PER

Each

Grimm’s

2 $5 for

3$ for

Spring Waterfall, 800ml

2 $5 for

3000 Tide Washing Machine Cleaner 3x75gr

5000

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Final Week! Purchase any 12 Pack Pepsi, 7up or Crush & Get a FREE DQ Grillburger! Armstrong

Saputo

Cheddar or Mozzarella Cheese

600gr

Armstrong

Melts Slices Process Cheese Product 1kg

Olivieri

540-700gr

NEW Varieties

333gr

2$ for

900gr

2$ for

Kraft

Bull’s Eye

475ml

425ml

Barbecue Sauce

for

Laundry Pods 57’s

2x Ultra Tide

Charmin

Liquid Laundry Detergent

NEW

Double Roll Bathroom Tissue

2.95lt

Ultra Soft 20’s

99 For

Bounty

213gr

Vim

Paper Towels

Cream Cleaner

500ml-1lt

Limited Edition 8’s

3$ for

85gr

2 $5 for

WIN a Spring Cleaning Prize Package!

for

Natural 100% Peanut Butter 1kg

2 $5

99 2

for

Fruit Rivers

Close Dated Product! Expires Mid April

Minute Maid

Ocean Spray

10x200ml

1.89lt

Juice or Punch

Cocktail

1lt

Selected 540ml

170gr

See store for details

Adams

See store for details

390-500ml

Apple Beverage

Ocean’s

for

1kg

Ocean’s

2 $5

See store for details

Jam, Jelly or Marmalade

Oats

Approx. Value $100

12x50ml

Ready To Eat Tuna or Salmon

Wild Sockeye Salmon

Up to $20 in coupons inside specially marked Charmin packs! Tide

Ocean’s

In Water, 170gr

Frozen Fruit or Yogourt Bars

Snack’n Lunch Tuna or Salmon

WIN a Keurig Coffee Machine!

Smucker’s

920gr

Robin Hood

Ready To Serve Soup

for

Flaked or Chunk Light Tuna

96-108gr

Campbell’s

5 3$ 5 For

Ocean’s

5 4

WOW!

Premium Plus Crackers

540ml

Classic Roast Ground Coffee

WIN a Keurig Coffee Machine!

ʼs at Great Prices! n i x i F h c n u L t h L ig

Chunky Soup

Salad Dressing

Miracle Whip or Mayo

Christie

Campbell’s

NEW Varieties

890ml

Garlic Bread

350-360gr

Kraft

Olivieri

Lasagna Sheets or Nested Pasta

Filled Pasta

Gourmet Selection K-Cups

Del Monte Real Fruit

Organic Whole

for

Folgers

See store for details

1LB BRICK

500ml

340gr

320gr

Butter 454gr

Kicking Horse

Haagen Dazs

Mozzarellissima Ball

Shredded Cheese

Keurig Folgers

Wonder

Saputo

Olivieri

2 170-200gr

Use your Q-card when you purchase any participating item & WIN a Keurig Coffee Brewer!

Fraser Valley

Feta Cheese

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4 $1

Plus Applicable Fees

99 2

for

Plus Applicable Fees

Nature Valley

General Mills or Nestle

Minute Maid

160-230gr

Selected 330-505gr

1.75lt

Granola Bars

Cereal

2 $4 for

Plus Applicable Fees

Simply Orange or Apple Juice

99 3

Plus Applicable Fees

Zip into Quality Foods and loc into these Hot Prices!

Glad

Compostable Kitchen Garbage Bags

Ziploc

Assorted Sizes

100’s

Snap’n Seal Containers & Lids

Ziploc

Value Pack Freezer Bags

Sandwich Bags

10- 40’s

10-20’s

99 3

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Final Week! Purchase any 12 Pack Pepsi, 7up or Crush & Get a FREE DQ Grillburger! Armstrong

Saputo

Cheddar or Mozzarella Cheese

600gr

Armstrong

Melts Slices Process Cheese Product 1kg

Olivieri

540-700gr

NEW Varieties

333gr

2$ for

900gr

2$ for

Kraft

Bull’s Eye

475ml

425ml

Barbecue Sauce

for

Laundry Pods 57’s

2x Ultra Tide

Charmin

Liquid Laundry Detergent

NEW

Double Roll Bathroom Tissue

2.95lt

Ultra Soft 20’s

99 For

Bounty

213gr

Vim

Paper Towels

Cream Cleaner

500ml-1lt

Limited Edition 8’s

3$ for

85gr

2 $5 for

WIN a Spring Cleaning Prize Package!

for

Natural 100% Peanut Butter 1kg

2 $5

99 2

for

Fruit Rivers

Close Dated Product! Expires Mid April

Minute Maid

Ocean Spray

10x200ml

1.89lt

Juice or Punch

Cocktail

1lt

Selected 540ml

170gr

See store for details

Adams

See store for details

390-500ml

Apple Beverage

Ocean’s

for

1kg

Ocean’s

2 $5

See store for details

Jam, Jelly or Marmalade

Oats

Approx. Value $100

12x50ml

Ready To Eat Tuna or Salmon

Wild Sockeye Salmon

Up to $20 in coupons inside specially marked Charmin packs! Tide

Ocean’s

In Water, 170gr

Frozen Fruit or Yogourt Bars

Snack’n Lunch Tuna or Salmon

WIN a Keurig Coffee Machine!

Smucker’s

920gr

Robin Hood

Ready To Serve Soup

for

Flaked or Chunk Light Tuna

96-108gr

Campbell’s

5 3$ 5 For

Ocean’s

5 4

WOW!

Premium Plus Crackers

540ml

Classic Roast Ground Coffee

WIN a Keurig Coffee Machine!

ʼs at Great Prices! n i x i F h c n u L t h L ig

Chunky Soup

Salad Dressing

Miracle Whip or Mayo

Christie

Campbell’s

NEW Varieties

890ml

Garlic Bread

350-360gr

Kraft

Olivieri

Lasagna Sheets or Nested Pasta

Filled Pasta

Gourmet Selection K-Cups

Del Monte Real Fruit

Organic Whole

for

Folgers

See store for details

1LB BRICK

500ml

340gr

320gr

Butter 454gr

Kicking Horse

Haagen Dazs

Mozzarellissima Ball

Shredded Cheese

Keurig Folgers

Wonder

Saputo

Olivieri

2 170-200gr

Use your Q-card when you purchase any participating item & WIN a Keurig Coffee Brewer!

Fraser Valley

Feta Cheese

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4 $1

Plus Applicable Fees

99 2

for

Plus Applicable Fees

Nature Valley

General Mills or Nestle

Minute Maid

160-230gr

Selected 330-505gr

1.75lt

Granola Bars

Cereal

2 $4 for

Plus Applicable Fees

Simply Orange or Apple Juice

99 3

Plus Applicable Fees

Zip into Quality Foods and loc into these Hot Prices!

Glad

Compostable Kitchen Garbage Bags

Ziploc

Assorted Sizes

100’s

Snap’n Seal Containers & Lids

Ziploc

Value Pack Freezer Bags

Sandwich Bags

10- 40’s

10-20’s

99 3

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Grimm’s

Bavarian or French Herb Meatloaf

Maple Ham

Roast Turkey Breast

Bonus Q-Points 10 Pack Crispy

Chicken Drumsticks

PER gr

100

Corned Beef

10,000

points

bonus

Crisco Shortening 1.36kg

3000

Tre Stelle Mozzarella Ball 340gr

3000 Aerius Allergy 24 Hour Relief Tablets

Domestic

Shredded Asiago

Whole Head On

Fresh Steelhead

2500 Reynolds Baking Cups

3000

Vegetable Chop Suey

95 Fried Rice 575 25 Sweet & Sour Pork 5 Medium

Szechuan Beef ....... Medium

....................

Small

Available at Select Stores

Wild Sockeye Salmon Frozen or Previously Frozen

PER gr

100

Janes

Cold Water Shrimp

Selected, 580-615gr

16/20 Large Size

Black Tiger Prawns

99 Each

Previously Frozen

Premium

Previously Frozen

Frozen Boxed Fish

PER

100gr

29 PER

100gr

Alaskan Bairdi

Snow Crab Legs Frozen or Previously Frozen

PER

100gr

99 PER

100gr

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120ʼs

PER

H&G 4-6lb Size

590-828ml

Royale Lunch Napkins

Feta

89 50 6 8 ¢

Serving Suggestions

Softsoap Liquid Soap Refill

2000

299 199 169

Per 100gr......................................... Macedonien Style

100

100gr

Per 100gr ...............................

3500

198-227gr

Cheese Curds

PER

700ml

Zatarains Rice Mix

Per 100gr .............................

100gr

Disney Bubble Bath

2000

PER

100gr

Medium

2500

50-75ʼs

PER

100gr

Belle Creme Triple Cream Brie

6x236ml

7500

PER gr

Red Potato with Sour Cream or Made Instore Sweet 4 Bean Salad

Gypsy, Pepper or Salsa Salami

Alexis de Portneuf

Tropicana Pure Orange Juice

Non Drowsy, 10ʼs

PER

100gr

Schneiders

New York Style

Each

COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Wednesday, March 21, 2012

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Bakery Fresh

Cheese Buns

White or 60% Whole Wheat Bread Sliced or Unsliced

4$ for

English Bay Bakery Fresh

Sourdough Bread

24 Pack

Dessert Cups

Happy Planet

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Chocolate Almonds

Quality Fresh

Family Favourites Banana Chips

100

3 $5 for

99 9 Seventh Generation

WOW!

80’s

99 3

22-35’s

for

Orange Pekoe Tea

600-650gr

PER gr

Chlorine Free Diapers

2 $4

Plus Applicable Fees

Seventh Generation

Ty Phoo

Alpen Muesli Cereal

230gr

for

946ml

99 2

points Q

Dempsterʼs WholeGrains Bagels

Organic Health Juice

Weetabix

Milk or Dark

680gr

for

850gr

600-615gr

Dononi Chocolate

Bread

Lactantia

Sprouted Whole Grain Bread

5000

Cake Wedge................

Silver Hills

6 Pack, Each e

12 Grain, 6ʼs

6 Pack......................................... Original Cakerie

Muffins

bonus

6’s

Soft Margarine

for

Lemon Truffle Cake................................... Olson

Bakery Fresh

6 99

Muffins

1599 2for$3 2for$4

Triple Layer

Mini Danish

Oroweat

Vanilla Slice ............... for

Bonus Q-Points

Oroweat

2 $5

Strawberry Cheesecake

for

Bakery Fresh

Shortbread Cookies

6 69

Chlorine Free Baby Wipes 70’s

99 2

2 $4 for

Quality Fresh

125gr

450gr

Hold the Salt Pecan Halves

99 3

Sweet Treats Peach Slices

49 3

Dempsterʼs Tortillas 227-272gr

3500 Arrowhead Mills All Purpose Baking Mix 793gr

3000

Spectrum Organic Olive Oil Extra Virgin, 1lt

10,000 Arrowhead Mills Pasta 206-340gr

3500 Rogers Sugar Cubes Selected, 500gr

2000 Club House La Grille Seasoning 120-203gr

3000 Snappy Tom Pouch Cat Food 100gr

2000 Purine O.N.E. Dry Dog Food 7kg

5000

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Quality Foods Chilean “Premium”

Green Thompson Seedless Grapes 4.39 per kg

California “Blue Jay”

Large Navel Oranges

99 2.18 per kg

per lb

BC ”Hot House”

Floral

Iceberg Lettuce

Cello

Wrapped Floral

Floral

each O

Floral

99 Each

“Photos for presentation purposes only” Qualicum Foods - 705 Memorial 752-9281 Port Alberni - 2943 10th Ave. 723-3397 Nanoose Bay - 2443 Collins Cr. 468-7131 Parksville - 319 E. Island Hwy. 954-2262 Campbell River - 465 Merecroft Rd. 287-2820 Powell River – 4871 Joyce Ave. (604) 485-5481

Each

6-Pack

Vegstarter

Bulb Pan

Each

4”

Pansy

2$ for

Nanaimo – Beban Plaza – 2220 Bowen Rd. Nanaimo – Harewood Mall – 530 5th St. Nanaimo – Northridge Village – 5800 Turner Rd. Comox Valley – 2275 Guthrie Rd. Courtenay - 1002 -2751 Cliffe Avenue

758-3733 754-6012 756-3929 890-1005 331-9328

Each

Email Address: customerservice@qualityfoods.com

www.qualityfoods.com AppyHour.ca

Floral

Herb

6”

Floral 4”

Consumer Spray Roses

Spring Arrival Bouquet

Each

each Organic

1 lb

3 4 1 99

California “Driscoll’s”

99 Each

Each

Washington “Extra Fancy”

2$ for

Organic

Free Wi-Fi

MON.

19 Phone App

Organ

Organic Cauliflower

Clamshell

3 lb Bag

Organic Yellow Onions

per lb

California Grown

Organic Strawberries

California Grown

Use your

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for

350-384 ml

Or g

1 lb Bag

Gourmet Salad Dressing

Varieties

California “Dole”

Organ ic

“Litehouse”

All

Garden Salad or Coleslaw Mix

3.28 per kg

per lb

“River Ranch”

per lb

On The Vine Tomatoes

an ic

for

Extra Large

Or g

2 lb Bag

nic

3.28 per kg

Org a

Baby Cut Carrots

BC “Hot House”

Tradiro No. 1

Green Bell Peppers

California “Green Giant”

Organic

Organic Royal Gala Apples

2.84 per kg

7 DAYS OF SAVINGS – MARCH WED. THUR. FRI. SAT. Store

TUES.In

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES

per lb

SUN.

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SPRING

REGISTRATION SIGN UP TODAY • • • • • •

Yoga

ART PRESCHOOL YOGA EXERCISE SEWING MARTIAL ARTS AND MORE

WITH

Susan Sandland CERTIFIED INSTRUC TOR • Gentle Postures • Somatics • Breathing • Meditation • Bodyrolling

Merville Monday 5:30 - 7:00 pm Courtenay Tuesday 5:30 - 7:00 pm

Friends & Fun

Feel Better – Guaranteed! Hatha Yoga – Beginner to Intermediate Downtown Courtenay location

Feeling CREAKY? This spring bring ease and strength to your body with yoga

Spaces available

www.catherinereid.ca

250-898-8414

SPRING BREAK CAMP April 2 - 5 & April 10 - 13

In and outdoor activities for children ages 6-11, including crafts, swimming and local ﬁeld trips.

Only $27/day

KINNIKINNIK CHILD CARE CENTRE For Information call

TWO LOCATIONS

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Earth & Heaven Yoga

Breathe, Stretch, Laugh,Transform

Retreat at Discovery Island Lodge June 15 - 19

250-339-8032

1405 Little River Road, Lazo (across from CFB Comox)

311 PRITCHARD RD., RD CO COMOX PH: 250-339-4772 CELL: 250-702-0532 w w w.comoxkidz.net email: comoxkidz@shaw.ca

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Your Connection to the Comox Valley

Ru R Running Scene

(July 3 - August 31)

Community Organizers of: Co

Junior Camp - ages 4 & 5 : $150/week Adventure Camp - ages 6-11 : $135/week

KINNIKINNIK CHILD CARE CENTRE For Information call

250-339-8032

1405 Little River Road, Lazo (across from CFB Comox)

www.CVRR.ca

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C Comox Valley ½ Marathon Run-4-Fun Apr. 16, 6-7 pm R Canada Day 5th Street Mile C The Nautical Days 4 Miler T Run Clinics R Junior Running Grants & Much More J

or drop by the Vanier Track Every Tuesday Night at 5pm

Prepare for the Road Ahead Sign Up Today! If you are between the ages of 12-18 and would like to experience teamwork, leadership, sailing, parade drill, outdoor adventures, boat trips, sporting activities and many more fun activities, then join us!

ICBC —

ROYAL CANADIAN SEA CADET CORPS 189 PORT AUGUSTA Parading Tuesday at 7pm in building 46A at HMCS Quadra, on Goose Spit. Please bring your parent or guardian, birth certiﬁcate and health card to sign up. For further information call: Lt(N) Dan Richard Commanding Ofﬁcer RCSCC 189 Port Augusta Ph: 250-792-1589 Sponsored by the Navy League of Canada Comox Valley Branch, Supporting the Sea Cadets in the Comox Valley for 69 Years!

Approved Course

Good thing YD prepared you for situations like this.

Young Drivers exclusive CollisionFree™ teaches, both in-car and in-class, rear-end and head-on collision avoidance, gravel shoulder recovery, swerving and emergency braking technqiues. So split-second life-saving decision-making becomes second nature.

SPRING BREAK 4-DAY CLASSES APRIL 10, 11, 12, 13 - 10 am to 4 pm - Courtenay - 250-331-0404 For Program Information & Course Schedule visit www.yd.com or call the number for your location.

APRIL 2, 3, 4, 5 - 10 am to 4 pm- Campbell River - 778-420-2266

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SPRING REGISTRATION TheatreWorks

INCREASE PRODUCTIVITY: Beat the afternoon burnout - join one of our lunchtime Yoga sessions

Spring Theatre Programs Spring Break: Play In a Day, April 4, 9-3 Drama Classes: Begin week of April 24th 8 weeks Directions in Drama Advanced Drama/Performance Teen Story Theatre/Performance Improv Summer Stage: Pre registration March 31 Final Registration April 12 Rehearsal/Performance - July 9-28, Jr. Ages 5-12 More info: Rehearsal/Performance August 8-25 - TEENS Ages 13-19 250-792-2031 • theatreworks@shaw.ca • www.theatreworksonline.ca

OPENING SPECIAL: First 10 days unlimited yoga for just $10

This is the ﬁrst day of the rest of your life

333 5th Str. (above Ski & Surf) 250 871 7225 info@freedomnowyoga.ca www.freedomnowyoga.ca

Respect Modesty Honesty Perserverence Self-Control

COURTENAY (250) 334-4959 368 11th Street

Indomitable Spirit Instructing ages 4 - adult Thursday & Friday Queneesh Elementary 2345 Mission Road, Courtenay Phone for class times 250-218-6968

COMOX (250) 339-6643 201-1761 Comox Ave

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“a community based yoga studio, welcoming students interested in movement, growth, healing, spirituality or learning something new.”

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1507b mcphee avenue • 250-871-7725 www.facebook.com/breathoflifeyogastudio

CHILDCARE PROGRAMS PROVIDING QUALITY CARE AT... Arden Elementary 250-331-2311 Valley View Elementary 250-331-2388

prana ﬂow (lunar)

prana ﬂow

10:30-12:00

7:15-8:30

sunday

vinyasa ﬂow

hatha hatha ﬂow

friday

WEECARE

Ecole Robb Road 250-331-2241 Ecole Puntledge Park 250-331-3001

NOW OFFERING KINDER PREPARATION for 3½-5 yr. olds at Ecole Robb Rd and Arden Elementary Mon-Fri 9am-2 pm • $25/day hatha

Serving school aged children, open during the school year from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm (closed holidays). On-site for your convenience, Pro D day care, drop-ins welcome if space is available, field trips, kinder pickup, qualified & caring staff, Childsafe 1st Aid, discount for multi-child families, subsidy friendly, open door policy.

PLEASE DROP BY FOR A VISIT WITH YOUR CHILD

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COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Wednesday, March 21, 2012

SPRING REGISTRATION Music Lessons for All Ages

Nanaimo Youth S Services Association “Believing in the power and potential of youth”

Acoustic & Electric Guitar and Bass, Harmonica

Blade Runners Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30 Ages 15-30

Feel lighter & stronger!

300 Old Island Hwy., Courtenay (250)-334-8138 ext. 229 • www.nysa.bc.ca FUNDING PROVIDED BY

The Government of Canada has contributed funding to this initiative

Larry Ayre

New schedule begins April 24 250-338-7973 www.yogaonrosewall.com

www.larryayreguitarist.com

larryayre @telus.net 250.338.6478

Art Classes

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Drawing: The Right Approach

based on landmark book by Betty Edwards

Beginner Intensive: May 2, 3 & 4 9am – 2pm

118

incl. supplies

Level 2: Tuesdays, March 20-May 15 1:30 – 3:30pm (no class April 3)

$134 (supplies included) ACRYLIC PAINTING: A 6 Week Adventure Tuesdays, Mar 20-May 1st 4:30-7:30pm

$224 incl supplies

SPRING BREAK KIDS Tues/Wed, April 10 & 11(both days) 5-8yr olds 10am – 12pm • 8-12yr olds 1-3pm

$42 incl supplies Located at: Ross Galleria - 2314 Rosewall Cres, Courtenay

TO REGISTER: Go to www.tracykobus.com or email: tracyk@tracykobus.com or phone: 250-338-8205

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HORSE RIDING LESSONS • Full Horse Boarding • Riding Lessons (beginner to advanced lessons oﬀered) • Safe, trained school horses available • Lessons on your own horse welcomed • Friendly, knowledgeable fully certiﬁed instructor • FUN, RELAXED atmosphere • Group/Family activities • Horse Showing opportunities • Summer Riding Camps

Over 50 courses offered each semester

Learn how to Quilt this Spring! Whether you need to learn the basics or you are already a quilter and you need to be inspired, we can help. Give us a call and we’ll e-mail you a class schedule or drop by and pick one up. We are a full service Quilt Store offering sewing machine servicing, the latest in 100% cottons, quilting notions, books & patterns.

Quilting Class starts in April We are an Authorized BERNINA Dealer.

Huckleberry’s Fabrics Inc.

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT :

1930 Ryan Road East Comox, BC,V9M-4C9 250-339-4059 e-mail : sewfun@telus.net

ESTELLE (250) 334-3115 Email: northstarstables@shaw.ca

NEW PROGRAMS!

To find out more about the type of courses offered and how to become a member, visit our website at www.nic.bc.ca/ec or pick up a copy of the latest newsletter at the Registration Office at North Island College.

2267 Cousins Ave• Courtenay 250-331-9392 www.woodturning2carving.com

At North Star we provide the young and ‘young at heart’ with the tools to build self-conﬁdence, trust and independence, while still always being a member of a team with unconditional support. The opportunity to make great friends and form incredible horse/rider partnerships. Memories and Experience which you will always carry with you!

www.northstarstables.ca

The Comox Valley ElderCollege is committed to meeting the learning needs and educational interests of older adults in the Comox Valley. Membership is open to anyone 55 and older.

Beginner • Novice-Intermediate • Advanced Sharpening • Hollow Turning

MMA Muay Thai Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu CROSStrainingFITNESS Small Group Training & abcFITCAMP Open 5:30am Mon - Fri

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See us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/HuckleberrysFabricsInc

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2920 Moray Ave

250 703 0352

Wednesday, March 21, 2012 • COMOX VALLEY RECORD

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SPRING REGISTRATION BLUE DEVILS

SUMMER SWIM CLUB Special Family Rates 1st Family Member .. Full Price 2nd or more ............. 1/2 Price

REGISTRATION Early Bird registration $25 Discount Wednesday, March 21st 6:30-7:30 PM Sports Centre Lobby, Vanier Drive

SUMMER SWIMMING

for Boys and Girls of all ages bring proof of age, birth certificate, care card & cheque book.

SPECIAL LITTLE DEVILS PROGRAM for new swimmers 5 – 8 yrs.

For more info email: Lorraine arndt.lorraine@gmail.com

or Phone : 250-337-8063

Loving Childcare

with Caring ECE Qualiﬁed Staff

• Sharing, compassion & other Christian values taught • Awesome wooded play area • Preparation for transition to Kindergarten

250-339-1834

1105 Pritchard • littlelambs@baychurch.net Spaces Available

TUTORING • Spring Break Sessions • K-12 • Reading/Writing • Math

• Study Skills • Homework Help • Academic Assessments • Certiﬁed Teachers

SPRING REGISTRATION IS ON NOW

250 -897-1010

www.sunriselearningcentre.com

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SPRING REGISTRATION Hope Aﬂ H ﬂoatt D Dragon B Boatt T Team Women diagnosed with any type of cancer are invited to a

“Meet and Greet” Saturday, March 24th 8:00 a.m. Fun Paddle Comox Marina Parking Lot 9:15 a.m. Information & Social Blackfin Pub - Downstairs Meeting Room

Contact: 250-338-2112

SACRED SOUNDS, SACRED MOVEMENT

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Early Bird Rate $252 • Before March 21st includes 2 meals • $333 thereafter

Wednesday, March 7th • 5:30-6:30 pm Sunday, March 10th • 10-11 am Born 1998 or later

FMI contact: kickersrfc@gmail.com or contact Colin Chappell, Director of Junior Rugby at 250-207-1125 SPONSORED BY

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KARATE for KIDS & ADULTS FREE!

CHILDREN

Wednesdays 4:30 - 5:15

ADULT CLASSES

Tuesday & Thursday Nights

Ages 6-8

February to June start anytime

www.comoxvalleykarate.com

Yoga Classes for Everyone! Beginner to Advanced Creating an environment for learning & practicing yoga through classes, workshops and intensives to promote health and well-being.

For more information about Mikeoula and her Sacred Music

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go to:

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Respect • Self-conﬁdence • Self-esteem • Self-discipline • Self-awareness • Self-defense • Fun • Fitness • Flexibility

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SPECIAL OFFER to ﬁrst time YOGA STUDENTS 30 DAYS FOR $30!

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Transformation Project for Couples Transformation Project for Women Happy Back Level I Happy Back Level II Cranky Hip & Knee Level I and II Posture 101 Level I and II Chronic Pain for Women Core Interval Bridal Bootcamp Specialized Fitness Programs begin the week of April 16th

#5-821 SHAMROCK PLACE, COMOX 2440B Rosewall Crescent, Tintown, Courtenay www.theasanaroom.com 250.871-8110

Visit www.happyback.ca for schedule details or to register (space is limited) or contact Mia at 250-941-0500

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FUNERAL HOMES

IN MEMORIAM

COMING EVENTS

SPORTS & RECREATION

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

WOMENâ€™S SOCCER League, over 30. Registration March 21, 7-9pm. CVUSC Club house, 1701 Lerwick Rd. Check us out on Facebook: 30 Something Womenâ€™s Soccer or email

Landscape Maintenance Business seeking candidate for sub contract or and with an option to legally assume some business accounts. Consideration will only be given to someone with extensive experience and proof of ďŹ nancing. Reply to Drawer # 4485 C/O The Record 765 McPhee Ave, Courtenay, BC V9N 2Z7

CALL FOR ENTRIES 10TH ANNUAL Kitty Coleman Woodland Art & Bloom Festival. Fine Art and Quality Crafts Juried Show. Presented in a spectacular outdoor setting May 19,20, 21 Applications for Artisans are available at woodlandgardens.ca or phone 250-338-6901

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PERSONALS In Loving Memory of PIKE, Anthony (Tony) February 19, 1943 â€“ March 20, 2011 They say there is a reason, They say that time will heal; But neither time nor reason Will change the way we feel For no-one knows the heartache That lies behind our smiles, No-one knows how many times We have broken down and cried We want to tell you something, So there wonâ€™t be any doubt Youâ€™re so wonderful to think of But so hard to be without.

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We miss you! James, Tara, Damian & Alexandra

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NAR-ANON- If a family member or friend is using drugs, how does it affect you? We can help. Call Rene 3342392, Sharon 339-7906 or Jack 334-3485.

ADMINISTRATION

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RECEPTIONIST WANTED for Veterinary clinic. Shift will include evenings and weekends. Responsibilities will include client care, education, scheduling appointments and all facets of reception. You will also be involved with patient care. Animal and computer experience are an asset. Please respond with resume to the Comox Valley Record, 765 McPhee Ave., Courtenay, BC, V9N 2Z7. Drawer # 4483.

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DEATHS

EDWARDS Alan James

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COMING EVENTS EVERGREEN SENIORS Spring Bazaar & Luncheon Wednesday March 28, 2012

IN MEMORIAM

JOY RUSHTON JULY 1956-MARCH 2006

You are dearly missed as if you were gone only yesterday. You are in our dreams, our thoughts and fond memories always. Love Ken, daughters Arlene, Laura and Sue

Bazaar: 10am to 1:30 pm Free admission Conference Hall Luncheon: 11am to 1pm Tickets $8 at the door Rotary Hall Florence Filberg Centre For info call 250-338-1000

Alan passed away peacefully at the age of 86 in the Comox Valley Seniors Centre on March 7, 2012. Born in Derby, England on June 24, 1925 Alan is predeceased by his beloved wife Mary and is survived by his children, Ann (Richard) and Geoff (Maria), grandchildren Paul, Laura (Cam), Kirsty, Patrick, Jamie and Alexandra, and great granddaughter Emma. Alan was also â€œGrandpaâ€? to AJ, Sarah & Nick and will be missed by all. Alanâ€™s career was in agriculture and he was an early adopter of the new art of computer programming. In his younger years Alan played the clarinet and was an accomplished classical and jazz pianist. He loved gardening and created stunning flower and vegetable gardens wherever he lived. In 1991 on his retirement at the age of 65, Alan and Mary joined their daughter in Canada and settled in Comox. They were active in the community particularly at dâ€™Esterre Seniors Centre and joined in bridge, dancing and table tennis and sang with the Clefhangers. Alan continued to play bridge, winning gold at the BC Seniorsâ€™ Games with his bridge partner Nicki and stayed active for many years in the Comox/ Courtenay bridge communities. Alan was also a past member of the Hiram 14 lodge and the Lions Club. Alan contracted Parkinsonâ€™s disease and moved to the Berwick and then to the Seniors Village. The family would like to extend special thanks to his care givers and his good friend Baz for their care and support of Alan in his later years. The family will be hosting a Celebration of Life at dâ€™Esterre Seniors Centre at 10:00 on April 1, 2012. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society in Alanâ€™s name would be appreciated.

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY of a lifetime. If you like a MLM, this is the best one you will ever ďŹ nd.

And itâ€™s FREE! Call Allan at 250-941-3697 EVER wanted your own business? Work from home online PT/FT. Call toll free 1-877-336-2513

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DEATHS

Edgar, William (Bill) October 22 1920 â€“ March 4, 2012 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing our Dad, Bill Edgar. Bill was a local entertainer for many years before retiring and moving to Creston. He was a Scottish Balladeer and could be found in local establishments singing many of the songs from his album. Bill was predeceased by his first wife Dorine and his son Bill. He is survived by his current wife Linda and daughters June (Wayne), Linda (Peter) and Sheola. He is also survived by numerous grandchildren. No service by request.

DEATHS

DEATHS NYLANDER Elsie Irene

Elsie passed away March 9, 2012 after a brief illness with respiratory complications. She was born on April 26, 1931 on a farm near Maymont, Saskatchewan. She was the second oldest of eight children (Norma Wiley, Lois Wiley, Mabel Dyck, Ron Bohn, Stella Roman, Margaret Walker, Verna Unger). Her parents, Stanley and Leta Bohn were exceptionally fine, hard working farmers, committed to their family and to surviving those early difficult years. Elsie trained as a psychiatric nurse at Battleford, Saskatchewan but she was soon married to Olof Nylander in November, 1950 and together raised their five daughters: Doris (Gerry) Flinn, Evelyn Carruthers, Ruby (Stewart) Smeltzer, Karen (Hogie) McCrae, and Norma Hansen (Jack Rhyno). They farmed near North Battleford until 1964 when they moved to Campbell River, BC. Elsie was a very capable woman, a great mother and a role model as a do-it-yourself â€œlittle red henâ€?. Her determination for self and family improvement were inspirational to all the lives she touched. She was very proud of her nine grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren: Michele Nylander (Jaden), Stacey Flinn and Dan Pattison (Brittney, Griffen, Jacob), Suzanne and Paul Pattison (Eva), Conway Carruthers, Kaitlyn and Ashley Smeltzer, Kevin and Kari McCrae (Marcus and Kiera), Randy McCrae and Dane Hansen. She enjoyed working 29 years in the finance department at the Campbell River hospital. Her involvement in the Hospital Employees Union developed the strong belief that unions helped to raise the standard of wages and benefits for everyone and believed in the process of collective bargaining. She was a great source of strength to her family and when she was asked â€œhow will we go on without you?â€? she said â€œYouâ€™ll do just fineâ€?. No doubt we will, but sheâ€™ll be sadly missed. Her memorial service will be held at the Elk Falls Cremation and Reception Centre Chapel, Highway #28 at Elk Falls Memorial Cemetery on Saturday, April 7th at 1 pm. Donations may be made to the Campbell River Hospital Foundation or to a charity of your choice.

250-334-0707

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Wednesday, March 21, 2012 • COMOX VALLEY RECORD

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

CELEBRATIONS

WEEKEND COURSE

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS to Every Hunter in BC! Advertise in The BC Hunting Regulations Synopsis 2012-2014 publication. Increased circulation 250,000 copies! Tremendous Reach, Two Year Edition! Contact Annemarie at 1 800 661 6335 or hunt@blackpress.ca HOME BASED BUSINESSWe need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet and phone essential. Free online training. www.project4wellness.com

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Firearms Training & C.O.R.E.

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Non-Restricted & Restricted. COURSE STARTS: Fri.March. 23, 6-10pm Sat March 24, 8am-noon Community Living British Columbia (CLBC) is responsible for the on-going planning and delivery of community supports and services for adults with developmental disabilities and their families throughout the province. We have a Quality Service Analyst position available in our Campbell River ofﬁce. Please see competition #2012.023 posted on our website for details and mention you saw the ad in this paper. Closing date is March 23, 2012.

Ph. 250-338-5811 features s@comoxvalleyrecord.com features@comoxvalleyrecord.com Deadlines: D dli TTues. 12 noon andd FFri.i 12 noon

C.O.R.E. continues March 26,27,28 Mon, Tues, Wed. 6pm-10pm at Grantham Hall opposite Tsolum School.

Happy 16th Birthday Dale!

Two pieces of ID required. For information contact: Granlund Firearms 286-9996 Tyee Marine 287-2641 Peters Sports 334-2942 Secondhand & Military Store 337-1750 Norrie Todd 287-8020

For more information on this and all other available positions, visit our website: www.communitylivingbc.ca

AIRLINES ARE HIRINGTrain for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualiﬁed- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance 1(877)818-0783.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMING EVENTS

Required Immediately. Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician for Vernon Dealership. Our Heavy Equipment Technicians maintain, repair and rebuild heavy equipment at our shop and in the field in a safe, efficient and capable manner. Qualifications required: Journeyman certification. Have a strong awareness and attitude towards workplace health and safety. Able to meet the physical demands of a Heavy Equipment Technician. Working knowledge of computers. Experience in the Forestry and construction Industry. Woodland Equipment Inc offers excellent wage compensation, extended health benefits. On-going industry training and year round employment. We are one of the largest Hyundai dealers in Canada and believe our continued growth is a result of our highly skilled and engaged employees who deliver excellence in the Workplace. Come join our team in sunny and warm Vernon, where you will be appreciated, love our climate and enjoy all our outdoor activities. Please forward your resume via email to rgilroy@woodland equip.com. No phone calls please.

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90th

Love from your family Saturday, Feb 4, 2012 was a beautiful day to celebrate a 100th birthday and the turnout of family and friends was truly overwhelming. The memory of all the family and friends I saw that day will keep me going for a long time. Thank you all for a wonderful day and I look forward to seeing you all again on my 101st Birthday. Thank you again, Edna Graves

2012

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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Casa Loma CV Seniors Village

Gwen

A wonderful wife, mother, grandma, great grandma and a beautiful person.

I’m Approaching Magniﬁcent!

Thursday, March 22

From Pete and family

Comox Valley Seniors Village 4640 Headquarters Rd.

Happy Anniversary

Come and learn about various Health and Wellness products and services that will improve your quality of life!

Sunday, March 25th • 12-3PM Quality Foods Cake Winner WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21

Gwen & Pete Peterson

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What a Wonderful Life!

To Be Part of Hilda’s Celebration, Please join us for Best Wishes Only Evergreen Lounge - Filberg Centre

FMI call Kelly 250-331-4117 CARS

59 Years Pete & Gwen Peterson

Hilda Strachan 90 Years Old March 26, 2012

Bring your family, friends and neighbours! Prizes Coﬀee & Treats

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COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Wednesday, March 21, 2012

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS APPLY NOW: Pennywise Scholarship For Women to attend Journalism certiﬁcate course at Langara College in Vancouver. Deadline May 30, 2012. More information: www.bccommunitynews.com MORE JOBS Than graduates! Employers seek out CanScribe Medical Transcription graduates. New course! New low price! We need more students! Enroll today! 1-800466-1535 www.canscribe.com admissions@canscribe.com

HELP WANTED An earthmoving company based in Edson Alberta requires a full time Heavy Duty Mechanic for ﬁeld and shop work. We require Cat Dozer/Deere excavator experience. You will work a set schedule for days on and off. Call Lloyd @ 780723-5051

APRIL POINT Resort and Spa Quadra Island. Esthetician’s & Massage Therapists required for the 2012 season, MaySeptember. Part and full time positions available. Esthetician’s must have massage training and must be willing to work weekends. Free shuttle from Painters Lodge to April Point. Please forward resume to aveda_spa@obmg.com BOOKKEEPER/ACCOUNTANT PART TIME: Church seeking experienced Certiﬁed Bookkeeper/Accountant for P/T position. Proﬁciency in Simply Accounting & Excel required, as well as 3 plus years experience. Please respond with resume by March 31 2012 to: St. John The Divine, 579 5th St, Courtenay, BC V9N 1K2. Attention: Mr. Davis, Treasurer. Only approved applicants will be contacted. FMI: http://stjohnthedivineco urtenay.bc.anglican.ca/

HELP WANTED

HOME & GARDEN GATE has a Part Time position available. Looking for positive self-motivated person to join us in our busy downtown location. Must have experience in retail or customer service. Please apply in person with resume at 319 - 5th Street, Courtenay, Saturdays only.

REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST 4 days/week for Day Spa Downtown Courtenay Email resume to Ingred Watermann info@idayspa.ca

KITCHEN MANAGER & Cook’s positions available for busy bub. References reqd. Apply: Comox Valley Record 765 McPhee Courtenay V9N 2Z7 Drawer # 4484

LINE COOKS, Experienced wanted for busy pub. Medical & dental beneﬁts. Drop resume 9-11am, Mon-Fri. at Whistle Stop Pub.

NEWSPAPER

CARRIERS NEEDED IMMEDIATELY

TRADES, TECHNICAL

SOUTH ROCK has positions for road construction workers, BASE - heavy equipment operators (Finish Grader Op). Asphalt - (paver, roller, screed, raker). Heavy Duty Mechanic (service truck). General labourers. Forward resume to: careers@southrock.ca. Fax 403-568-1327; www.southrock.ca. THE HEAD SHED SALON & ESTHETICS is looking for a passionate Hair Stylist to join our team. Great location for clientele building, with competitive wages/commission and incentives. Continued education is offered to stay current in this fast paced industry. If you are interested in working in a busy well established salon drop off resume to The Head Shed Salon in the Braidwood Centre or call Sheri or Karissa at 250-3385541, We are located at #8-204 Island Hwy, Courtenay

250-338-0725

THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY

Carriers Needed

A LOT OF MONEY, for information or

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RTE # 510 Aitken Redwood, Corker, Howthorn & Walnut. RTE # 551 Chestnut & Downey Ave

CASHIER/ CLERK. Point of sale experience essential. Flexible hours/ seasonal position. Plant knowledge an asset. Reply in person with resume to: 2855 Wentworth Rd.

ADULTS & SENIORS WELCOME NO COLLECTIONS GREAT WAY TO EXERCISE AND MAKE MONEY AT THE SAME TIME

MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8:30AM-5:00PM 765 MCPHEE AVENUE COURTENAY

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

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TRADES, TECHNICAL DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Journeymen Carpenters and Foremen in Kitimat. BC, Canada. Red Seal Preferred. Carpenters must have experience with installation of footing forms, slab on grade forms, build and install wall, column and elevated horizontal forms. Ability to layout work, off supplied control lines. And the ability to correctly rig and hoist material, ability to signal, rig and work safely with cranes. Project Terms is Project Based Wages are in accordance with Project Labour Agreement between Kitimat Modernization Employer Association and Coalition of British Columbia Building Trades for the Kitimat Modernization Project Please forward resumes to patton@bakerconcrete.com

WELDERS/FITTERS required for busy Edmonton structural steel shop. Top compensation, full beneﬁts, indoor heated work, relocation assistance. Fax resume: 780-939-2181 or careers@garweld.com.

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PERSONAL SERVICES

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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DROWNING IN Debt? Helping Canadians 25 years. Lower payments by 30%, or cut debts 70% thru Settlements. Avoid bankruptcy! Free consultation. Toll-free 1 877-556-3500 www.mydebtsolution.com GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s that simple. Your credit/age/income is not an issue. 1-800-587-2161.

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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Comox Valley Childrens Daycare Society. Seeking ECE Assistant (Temporary position) & Substitutes. Must have ECE assistant status. ECE licence an asset. Unionized Centre with competitive wages. Please apply either via email at admin@cvcdcs.com or to the Administration Ofﬁce 1800 Noel Ave Comox BC V9M 2L1 by closing date March 22 2012

WORK WANTED

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CABINET INSTALLER required for house in Cumberland. Brian @ 250-897-6609

that can make you

DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Laborers and Foremen in Kitimat. BC, Canada. Red Seal Preferred. Laborers will possess competency in assisting on the installation of all types of formwork, performing general labor work and placing concrete. Have the ability to correctly rig and hoist material, ability to signal, rig and work safely with cranes. Project Terms is Project Based Wages are in accordance with Project Labour Agreement between Kitimat Modernization Employer Association and Coalition of British Columbia Building Trades for the Kitimat Modernization Project Please forward resumes to patton@bakerconcrete.com

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AUCTIONS

CAMPBELL RIVER

1358 Marwalk Crescent 250-287-3939 www.crauctions.ca Ltd.

“Serving Campbell River & Vancouver Island since 1967”

BRIARWOOD 720 Eighth Street

Thursday, Mar 22nd » 6pm Great Sale this week; new knife & sword collection, new patio & garden furniture, canopy tents, new garden wheel barrows & tools, table saws, band saw, many new and used tools & hardware, sectional, coffee tables, shelves, futon, table sets, modern buffet & hutch, coins, stamps, jewelry & collectables. Check out upcoming auctions on display now; another new restaurant equipment auction & vehicle, lumber auction.

JASON

Check out our website, for full ad. Viewing: Wed. 9-5 & Thurs. 9-6

Terms Cash, Visa, M/C, = • SAME DAY REMOVAL • CLOSED TUESDAYS, SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS

HOMES FOR RENT

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DO YOU CARE about where you live? Do high standards of maintenance, service and cleanliness matter to you? Do you prefer quiet, mature neighbours? If yes, please give us a call and discover how the quality of ownership and management makes all the difference. We have the best managed, finest apartments in the most convenient locations in the Comox Valley. Locally owned - we own and manage our own buildings only. See the difference. Please refer to available apartments listed below. TELEPHONE 250-703-2264 | 250-338-0267 | 250-339-1222

HOMES FOR RENT

250-338-2472

APARTMENTS / CONDOS

PASSAGE COURT

Desirable 3rd floor, 3 bdrm condo features 2 baths, 5 appl, gas fireplace & assigned parking in quiet cul-de-sac; located near schools & College; n/s; $1000/month; avail Apr 1.

ARBOUR GLEN

Beautifully renovated 2 bdrm condos located near schools, shopping & recreation; feature 4 appl., ground or 2nd level entry, & assigned parking; $750/month; N/S; N/P; avail. Mar 15 and Apr 1

JOSHUA ESTATES

2 bdrm, 2nd level condo located on desirable, quiet cul-desac features new renovations with 5 appl, storage & patio area; ideally located near schools, College, & Aquatic Centre; N/S; N/P; $825/month; avail Mar 15

ULVERSTON MANOR

2 bdrm suite in centrally located Cumberland apartment block; secured entry, 2 appl, and on site coin-op laundry; N/S; N/P; available Mar.1st; $675/month

DRIFTWOOD CONDOS

Bright, 2 bdrm, 2nd level condo features fridge, stove, & on site coin-op laundry; centrally & ideally located near all amenities & on bus routes; N/S; N/P; $750/month; avail Apr 1

DUPLEXES

URQUHART DUPLEX

Beautifully renovated Courtenay duplex features new kitchen & appl., new paint & new flooring throughout, in addition to other improvements; 3 bdrms, 1.5 baths, 3 appl, plus shared laundry; fenced, easy to maintain yard; $1050/mo.; immediate possession.

HOMES

SCOTT ROAD COTTAGE

Beautifully renovated 2 bdrm cottage features 4 appl, & is located on dead end street, moments to ocean; If you’re looking for tranquil and rustic, this is for you! Avail Mar 1; $800/month

NOW OFFERING STRATA MANAGEMENT SERVICES

TWO BEDROOM suite. Very bright and spacious unique floor plan. 950 sq. ft. Recently redecorated. Large, private patio. Full sized appliances with dishwasher and in suite washer/dryer. Private entry. Very quiet mature adult neighbours. Three blocks from downtown. Security entry. A very attractive suite. Call David @ 250-338-0267 or John @ 250703-2264.

OAKCREST 1155 Stewart Ave. TWO BEDROOM CORNER suite. Very bright spacious and nicely renovated. Excellent location in central Courtenay. Security entry. Private storage room. Full sized appliances. Quiet, mature adult neighbours. Well managed and maintained. No pets. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

TRADEWINDS 1600 Comox Ave. Independent Living for Seniors “The Affordable Alternative” TWO BEDROOM nicely renovated suite - spacious and modern. Excellent location in central Comox walking distance to everything. In suite storage. Extra large kitchen and dining area. Resident social room. Elevator and security entry. A very well maintained and well managed building. Call Greg @ 250-3391222.

WESTWATER 60 Anderton Ave. TWO BEDROOM nicely renovated top floor suite. Ensuite, Jacuzzi tub, fireplace, in suite washer/ dryer. New appliances. Within walking distance to downtown. Well maintained and well managed building with quiet, mature neighbours. Resident social room. Indoor scooter parking. Elevator. Security entry. No pets. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

SANDPIPER VILLAGE 1650 Comox Ave. TWO BEDROOM exceptional suite over 1100 sq. ft. Full sized kitchen appliances including dishwasher. In suite laundry. Unique through floor plan - very bright and spacious. Separate eating area in kitchen. Attractive outlook - just two blocks from Comox Mall. Huge, private south facing deck. Call Greg @ 250339-1222.

HYCROFT 1835 Cliffe Ave.

ONE BEDROOM nicely renovated in a quiet, mature adult building in central Courtenay. Very spacious. Well maintained and managed. Elevator and Security entry. Two Bedroom also available. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

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REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

APARTMENTS FURNISHED

HOMES FOR RENT

CARPENTRY

LIVESTOCK

HOUSES FOR SALE

JOURNEYMAN CARPENTERrepairs, renovations. Free estimates, all work guaranteed. Please call (250)337-5501 or www.comoxvalleycarpenter.ca

QUALITY HAY $5.00 a bale. Price Reduced. Barn clearing special. 250-337-8732. msg.

CUMBERLAND - SALE By Owner OPEN HOUSE SAT MAR 24 1-3pm 2771 Penrith Ave. 3bdr., 2260sqft, tasteful reno & update. $315K. Agent Commission Avail. Call Kelsey 250-898-9509 or stop by!

CLEANING SERVICES HOUSE CLEANING services. Exp. and reasonable rates. Refs avail. Call 250-338-1456

COMPUTER SERVICES Computer not behaving? Fast, friendly service in your home.Call Ellen 250-702-7195

ELECTRICAL ELECTRICIAN Small jobs to new construction. B Connected Electrical. 250-792-2168. www.bzzzt.ca JRS ELECTRIC: Licns’d, bnded & insr’d. From new builds & renos to service calls. John, C.R. 250-914-3532 or C.V. 250-650-5773 (cont:98365)

GARDENING

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE FERTILIZERS COW MANURE for sale. 1 yr old composted, limited supply, now loading trucks & trailers (250)897-1513 Leave msg.

FUEL/FIREWOOD SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest ﬁrewood producer offers ﬁrewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD. *We’re Back* Book your order today. Deals on 2 or more cords ordered. Cut & Split or full rounds delivered Call 250336-8731 for more details

GARAGE SALES COMOX- 546 PRITCHARD Rd, Sat & Sun, Mar 24 & 25, 8am-4pm.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE CAN’T GET Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-9815991. SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info and DVD: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT

HOME IMPROVEMENTS CERTIFIED CARPENTER. Kitchen, bathrooms, decks, etc. All your renovation needs. Emery, 250-218-0734.

LANDSCAPING WESTCOAST FOUNTAINS

See your dreams become reality! Tony 250-741-6646 www.westcoastfountains.ca

A.C.L. YARD WORKS. Offering Landscaping, Yard CleanUp, Lawn Mowing, Hedge Trimming, Gutters, Decks and Paving Stones, Retaining Walls and any odd jobs. Call Pat 250-218-4597.

MISC SERVICES GOLDSMITH Custom Designed & Handcrafted Jewellery. Full repair service. Ring sizing while you wait. Engraving Women’s Fashions SIMPLY TIMELESS. 379 4th Street, Courtenay. 250-871-0606

RUBBISH REMOVAL

~ ~ ALL AWAY ~~ RUBBISH / JUNK REMOVAL * Wood * Metal * Rock * Concrete

* Green Waste *Residential Cleanups

Environmentally Conscious Fast Reliable Service Scott 250-792-1668 WINDOW CLEANING Let the sun shine in with comoxvalleywindowwashing @gmail.com 250-218-0190

PETS FEED & HAY QUALITY TIMOTHY Kentucky Blue hay for sale. $6/bale. 50+ bales at $5 ea. 250-338-6314

STEEL BUILDINGS For all uses! Spring deals! Make an offer on sell-off models at factory and save thousands now! Call for free Brochure - 1-800668-5111 ext. 170. VI’S HOT-TUB Covers, made in BC. Professional in home service. 250-897-8037.

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS PIANO FOR sale, excellent condition, beautiful walnut cabinet, German Schwander movement, lovely tone, $1200. Call (250)339-9124.

REAL ESTATE HOUSES FOR SALE

OPEN House Saturday March 17 Sunday March 18, Saturday March 24 Sunday March 25, 1-3 pm. Saratoga Beach 8868 Henderson Black Creek 4bd, 2bth, 2665 sq.ft. All new stainless appliances, vaulted great room, open concept main ﬂoor, media room downstairs, level property ,lots of parking, sprinkler system. Close to schools, shopping, beach, golf, hiking and skiing. MLS# 324589 250-3371817 250-897-8610

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES Damaged House? Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale? We will Buy your House Quick Cash & Private. Mortgage Too High and House won’t sell? Can’t make payments? We will Lease Your House, Make your Payments and Buy it Later!

One bedroom furnished with separate ground entrance. Hydro, wiﬁ cable incld. N.S. N.P. no suit single. Refs req’d. mo. Call 250-338-7937.

suite level and pets, $750

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL 485 SQ.FT. in downtown Courtenay, $695/mo. Total rent plus HST. 250-335-0351. 737 SQ.FT., or 1474 sq.ft., or larger if needed, good exposure, parking and access at Cliffe and 20th, Courtenay, $10.75/sq.ft. plus triple net & HST. Call 250-335-0351. COUSINS RD. Shop/Warehouse space. 2250 or 1200 sqft. Zoned I-2, 3 phase power & high ceilings. Available soon 250-703-1644/338-7476 evs.

MOBILE HOMES & PADS COMOX: 55+ 2 bdrm, W/D, oil heat. NS/NP. Refs req’d. $850. May 1. Call 250-339-1772.

HOMES FOR RENT

Call: 1-250-616-9053

APARTMENT/CONDO COMOX RENOVATED Studio available Apr. 1st, $600/mo. For more info call 702-5339 COURTENAY- 1 bdrm, central location. Recently updated, top ﬂoor, incdls microwave. NS/NP. $650./mo. Avail Now. Call (250)339-9999. COURTENAY, SPACIOUS 2 bdrm across from Sid Williams Theatre, $775/mo. F/S, W/D. N/S, no pets, ref’s req’d. Call 250-335-0351. GREAT LANDLORD seeks great tenant. Spotless 1 bdrm, reno’d, storage. Quiet, secure. Lndry. Central. 250-335-1599. PERFECT HOME - Quiet, clean 1-bdrm appt close to downtown Courtenay. $650/month. Hot water. N/S N/P. 250-667-7528 Royal LePage in the Comox Valley (Property Mgmt Division) #121 - 750 Comox Road Courtenay, BC V9N 3P6 Phone (250) 897-1300 Fax (250) 897-1330 Interior viewings for the following vacancies are by approved application and appointment only. Apartments•Condos•Suites 301-4685 Alderwood Pl. 3 bed, 2 bath, 5 appls., N/S Pet with deposit $1050/month Avail. Immed. 226 - 2300 Mansﬁeld 2 bed, 2 bath N/S, N/P 6 appls., $1050/mth Avail. Apr 1 202-4705 Alderwood 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P 5 appls. $850/mth Avail. Apr 15 213-205 1st Street 2 bed, 2 bath, N/S, N/P 5 appls. $850/mth Avail. Apr 1 4C 851 5th Street 2 Bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P 5 Appls. $780/mth Avail. Apr 1 44-1535 Dingwall Rd 2 bed, 1 bath N/S, N/P 4 appliances $850/mth Avail. May 1st

“YOUR Apartment, Condo and Townhouse Rental Experts” APARTMENTS

PARK PLACE

BLUE JAY APARTMENTS

1970 Fitzgerald Ave, Courtenay

450-19th Street, Courtenay

2 and 3 bedroom available. Quiet complex with on-site management. Reasonable rates. Some completely renovated units with new appliances. Sorry no pets. Security deposit and 2 rental references required.

1 & 2 bedroom available, in quiet secure building, close to Driftwood Mall and bus route. Seniors Welcome. Adult oriented and no pets please. Includes heat, hot water and basic cable. Low hydro. 2 Rental References required.

250-334-3078

Call Pat at 250-703-6965

RUTHERFORD MANOR 1075 Edgett Road, Courtenay

For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667

OTHER AREAS

RENTALS

MANAGEMENT SERVICES INC.

2 bdrm suite available. Reasonable rent includes basic cable, stove, fridge, dishwasher, carpet, blinds and storage room in suite. N/P, security deposit and 2 rental references req’d.

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NAPLES FLORIDA Area! Bank Acquired Condos Only $169,900. Same unit sold for $428,895. Own your brand new condo for pennies on the dollar in warm, sunny SW Florida! Walk to over 20 restaurants/100 shops! Must see. Ask about travel incentives. Call 1-866-959-2825, ext 15. www.coconutpointcondos.com

MEICOR REALTY

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca BRAND NEW 3 bdrm, 2 1/2 bath home in Puntledge area, 5 appls, gas F/P, garage, N/S, No pets. Avail. Feb. 1 - $1,300/mth BRAND NEW Comox home, 3 bdrm & Den, 2 1/2 bath, 5 appls, family rm, gas F/P, garage, heat pump, fenced yard, w/irrigation system, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. - $1,500/mth 5 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home For Rent. Available April 1st. Close to Elementary School, Shopping, Parks. N/S, Small Dog negotiable. References required. Call 250-218-7062 or 250-334-4546. COMOX- 5 bdrms, 3 bath, FURNISHED waterfront. 5 appls. $1400/mo. Avail Apr 1st. Call (250)929-6000. Royal LePage in the Comox Valley (Property Mgmt Division) #121 - 750 Comox Road Courtenay, BC V9N 3P6 Phone (250) 897-1300 Fax (250) 897-1330 Interior viewings for the following vacancies are by approved application and appointment only.

ARRAN HOUSE APARTMENTS 1015 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay 1 & 2 BEDROOM SUITES available in wellmanaged building. Excellent location close to downtown, ideal for seniors with bus stop out front. Well maintained units offer in-suite storage room. House cat accepted with pet deposit.

Contact On-Site Managers for viewing. 250-334-9717

ANDERTON ARMS 426 Anderton Ave, Courtenay Cozy 1 Bdrm in a great location! Overlooks Puntledge River and Lewis Park. Short walk to downtown and shopping. 2 references required.

RYAN COURT 1450 Tunner Drive, Courtenay Close to North Island College includes washer and dryer in suite. Clean and modern 1 Bedroom. Cat okay. Lease required.

Call 250-334-9717

Call 250-338-7449

PINES APARTMENTS

HOLLYRIDGE MANOR

1055-10th Street, Courtenay Avail. 2 Bdrm Suite. Completely renovated in adult oriented building with secure entry and elevator. Rent includes heat, hot water, stove, fridge, carpets and drapes. Coin laundry on-site. No pets. Security deposit required. For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667

200 Back Road, Courtenay 1 and 2 Bedroom suites available. One of the best values in Courtenay. Unique ﬂoor plans. California kitchens. These bright, modern suites are available in quiet, secure building.

Call Sharon 250-338-7449

CONDOS

VANRIDGE MANOR

PACIFIC COURT 1520/1540 Piercy Ave., Courtenay

123 Back Road, Courtenay

Houses & Suites

2 bedroom available March 15th and April 1st, in clean, quiet building with on-site manager, close to town, schools, and bus. Stove, fridge, blinds and carpet.

7-1720 13th Street 2 bed, 1 bath, 2 appls. N/S, N/P $700/mth Available Immed.

In-suite storage with washer and dryer. Small pets welcome.

Features 5 appliances, wall-to-wall carpet, blinds, gas ﬁreplaces - gas included in rent. Low hydro. Children welcome. Quiet, wellmaintained 2 bedroom condos. Ideal location, walking distance to Superstore and North Island College. No pets.

To View, Call 250-334-4483

5797 N. Island Hwy 4 bed, 2 baths, 2 appls, N/S N/P $1150/mth Available Immed.

Call 250-703-2570

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Learning how to grow

HUBAND ELEMENTARY STUDENTS are in a provincewide competition — Science World’s BC Green Games.

Would you like to help supply your community with fresh vegetables and other farm products? The LUSH Valley Food Action Society will host Ellen Rainwalker’s half-day Growing for Market workshop in Courtenay this Saturday. Ellen, who was the featured speaker at Seedy Saturday in 2010, is a former market gardener who has certificates in ecological agriculture and permaculture. “If you can garden, you can grow for market. With the high-yield techniques I teach, you don’t need a lot of land or expensive equipment to grow vegetables and

other farm products to sell,” she says. The first part of the workshop will cover topics such as: how to choose high-value crops; planning for yearround sales; choosing the right seeds; maintaining soil fertility; using hoophouses and other season extenders; specialized tools and equipment to make the work easier; where to get affordable help, and more. The second part of the workshop is all about direct marketing of farm products. Ellen will cover: 10 ways to sell your farm products locally; adding value to your products; creating a farm identity and building customer

loyalty; obtaining BC Farm Status, and much more. She’ll also show a video with lots of tips and techniques for selling at farmers markets. The workshop will held be held in the meeting room at Lush Valley’s building at 1126F Piercy Ave. in Courtenay this Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m. The cost is $50 ($75 for couples), which includes a packet of resource materials to take home. For more information and to register, send an e-mail to rainwalker@telus.net. — LUSH Valley Food Action Society

Green favourite colour Huband Park students are looking for your vote. They have worked to creatively showcase their environmental efforts by producing a three-minute video entry for Science World’s BC Green Games.

The Games is a province-wide competition for students in Kindergarten to Grade 12, designed to motivate action, enable sharing and reward and celebrate the green efforts of schools in B.C. “We’re very proud of our efforts, not only to

Islam examined in film Friday Comox United Church and the Comox Valley Unitarian Fellowship will show the film Sufi Soul this Friday. The film looks at the mystical Sufi branch of Islam, and the music and movement that are part of their worship. Sufism is shown to be different from the radical images of Islam often shown on nightly news broadcasts, demonstrating a peaceful tolerance and pluralism towards other religions. Perhaps the bestknown Sufi in the West is the 13th century poet Rumi, who was the best-selling poet in North America in the 1990s. Rumi’s ecstatic poetry and the whirling tradition he began, seem to speak across religions and across the centuries. Before the film, there will be a short introduction to the basic beliefs or “pillars” of Islam, and to Islamic history. This evening is the second monthly film night on the theme of Spiritual but not Religious, the fastest-growing religious category in census surveys. The

Sufi film showing will be at 7 p.m. at Comox United Church at 250 Beach Ave. in Comox. Admission is by donation. — Comox Valley Unitarian Fellowship

make a smaller footprint, but to document it,” said Huband’s Environment Club cosponsor Valerie Sherriff. Students, parents and members of the public can go to the BC Green Games site (www.bcgreengames. ca), and then log in to vote for up to five projects. Online voting ends March 31. Expert judges in the field of environmental action will also award 22 $1,000 prizes for entries that demonstrate environmental responsibility, creativity and innovation and then communicating these effectively. — Huband Elementary School

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TAKE US ALONG

WEDDING BELLS WERE ringing for Carol Edwards-Blondel and Neil Blondel when they tied the knot in Hawaii at Christmas time. The Record was there to share in the celebration.

ENJOYING RETIREMENT IN sunny climes, Bob and Judy Kilby took their favourite hometown newspaper to San Pancho, Mexico.

WHEN IT COMES TO SPREADING THE NEWS, readers of the Comox Valley Record are number one. They enjoy packing a copy of their favourite hometown newspaper with them as they travel the globe to celebrate special occasions, visit friends and family, enjoy a relaxing vacation or see some of the world’s many historical and geographical landmarks. Take us along on your next trip and send your photo to sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com. or drop it off at our office.

THE U14 GIRLS Vancouver Island Premier League Riptide team and U16 girls Comox Valley Crush team and their coaches took in the CONCACAF Women’s Olympic Qualifying Soccer at BC Place with the Record. They enjoyed team Canada winning the game and meeting the Canadian players afterward.

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REACHING NEW HEIGHTS with the Record, Dave Bolten and Debbie Harrison visited India, Nepal and Sri Lanka. In Nepal they trekked the Annapurna Circuit for 11 days covering 140 km. The highlight was summiting the Thorong La, the highest point on the circuit at 17,769 feet.

A MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE for Charmaine Cymbala of Square 1 Travel included the Record and a visit to the Pyramids of Giza, Egypt.

A COPY OF the Record captured the attention of Gerry and Sandy Royer when they took us along to Blackbeard’s Castle on the island of St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

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Dining for a cause On March 29, patrons can enjoy great food and help raise essential funds for AIDS Vancouver Island (AVI) by eating at seven Comox Valley eateries. The Atlas Café, Avenue Bistro, Kingfisher Oceanfront Resort and Spa, Martine’s Bistro, Tita’s Mexican Restaurant, the Union Street Grill and Grotto and the Mad Chef Café are participating in the seventh annual Dining Out For Life. The campaign is presented by Expedia CruiseShipCenters and will be taking place in 66 restaurants across Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. “If you dine out just once in March, make it Thursday the 29th and support much-needed services for people living with HIV/AIDS in your community,” said James Boxshall, acting executive director of AIDS Vancouver Island. Participating restaurants will donate 25 per cent of their food sales to AIDS Vancouver Island. In addition to the restaurants’ donations, diners are encouraged

to make individual donations. Stella Artois will also contribute $1 from every sale of their beer at participating restaurants. This year there is also a spectacular prize — diners can enter a draw for the chance to win a luxury cruise for two, courtesy of Expedia CruiseShipCenters and Azamara Club Cruises. AIDS Vancouver Island has provided community health services focused on the prevention and treatment of HIV/AIDS and hepatitis C since 1985. For more information or to make a donation, visit www. diningoutforlife.com/vancouverisland or call AIDS Vancouver Island at 250-338-7400. 2012 sponsors and supporters of Dining Out For Life are Expedia CruiseShipCentres (Vancouver Island), Azamara Club Cruises, Stella Artois, the Times Colonist, CTV, Monday Magazine, the Nanaimo Daily News, the Comox Valley Record, Harbourliving.ca, the Ocean, Jack FM, HQComoxValley, and Jet FM. — Dining Out For Life

So what is The Matrix? Opportunities will be available this coming year for students in the Comox Valley as School District 71 launches its new program The Matrix. The program is described as a “network of intersections and connections between school and life, leading to personal success,” and combines three successful learning tools into one personalized learning path for each student: the flexibility of doing online core academic courses with Navigate (powered by NIDES), quality elective options at G.P. Vanier Secondary, and work experience internships within the community. Matrix will be located at the G.P. Vanier campus where The Matrix Lab will be available at Vanier for students who wish to work on Navigate courses online during the day, between the time table of electives. The Matrix was created to meet the changing needs of students and parents as they look for education solutions that inspire, educate, and

motivate. The flexible scheduling allows students to select their own learning pace and tailor their learning to fit their lifestyle. The electives provide face-to-face social interaction with peers that allow students to build friendships and share ideas. The work experience opportunities help to implement information and provide an important inroad to local job opportunities and employment networks. The initial registration deadline for The Matrix is March 28 on a first-come, first-served basis until elective spaces have been filled. Once the program is underway, registration will be available in September and February semesters. Students can register by calling NIDES at 250-337-5300 or G.P. Vanier at 250-338-9262. Navigate is a distance education school located in the former Tsolum School building in Courtenay and serving students throughout Vancouver Island. — Navigate

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Health experts making waves A 96-minute new documentary film can save your life and is offered free to everyone. It will be shown March 28 at 7 p.m. in Courtenay at the Florence Filberg Centre in the conference hall. The movie is both a journey and a saga. It features two pioneering health experts who are not afraid to make waves. Dr. T. Colin Campbell, PhD nutrition biochemist professor emeritus at the Cornwell University, author of the China Story, and Dr. Caldwell B. Esselstyne Jr., director of the cardiovascular disease reversal and prevention program at the world-renowned Cleveland Clinics Wellness Institute, author of Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease.

A separate groundbreaking research was conducted by both physicians using whole natural food to fend off disease, peel off pounds, and also boost overall health. The idea of foods as medicine is put to the test. The story examines that most of the chronic degenerative 20th century killer diseases such as heart disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes and obesity are foodborn and can be controlled or even reversed by what we eat. Call 250-338-5258 to reserve your free seating. Leave your name, phone number and number of seats required. Bring a nonperishable food item for donation to the Comox Valley Food Bank. — Comox Valley Seventh-day Adventist Church.

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The hit documentary “Forks Over Knives” makes waves as it follows the research & test cases of Doctors Colin Campbell & Caldwell Esselstyn. The film features leading experts on health and tackles the issue of how a whole food, plant based diet can prevent and in many cases reverse degenerative diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. “A seismic revolution in health will not come from a pill, procedure or operation. It will occur only when the public is endowed with nutritional literacy, the kind of knowledge portrayed in Forks Over Knives” Dr Colin Campbell, Renowned Author of “The China Study”

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CALENDAR Editor’s note: This calendar is for special events put on by non-profit groups. We run permits, as many as space permits but only guarantee a calendar item appears once. Calendar items can be e-mailed to copy@comoxvalleyrecord. com, faxed to 250-338-5568 or delivered to 765 McPhee Ave. Deadlines: Friday at 5 p.m. for Wednesday’s paper and Tuesday at noon for Friday’s paper. Include date, location, time and a contact phone number that can be published.

Wed., March 21 COURTENAY Library offers ToddlerTime for ages 18–36 mos., 300 6th St., 11 a.m. Starts today, goes weekly to April 25. Songs, rhymes & stories. Limited space. To register call 250-334-3369. C.V. BETTER Breathers meeting, C.V. Nursing Centre, 615 10th St., Courtenay, 1–3:30 p.m. Guest speaker Patricia Foster on Advanced Health Planning for those with COPD. FMI: Michele Caley 250-331-8504 ext. 38125. ROYAL Canadian Naval Association meets, Comox Legion Upper Lounge, 1 p.m. Guests welcome. FMI: 250-339-5498. COMOX Seniors Association presents Beginner Cha-cha with Eric Lam at 3 p.m., Argentine Tango at 4 p.m., d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Ave. Per hour: $10/ members, $12/guests. Private coaching 5:05–6:05 p.m. FMI/reservations: Arabella 250-941-8885, arabella888@ gmail.com. HEART Support Group Comox Valley Chapter meeting, Comox Rec Centre, 1855 Noel Ave., 7 p.m. Support for those with heart procedures & their spouses. Guest speaker Dr. Humphries of St. Joseph’s Hospital, Comox. No charge; all welcome. FMI: 250-339-5349. OLD ENGLISH Car Club meeting, Elks Club, 6th St., Courtenay, 7 p.m. Topics: Parts & Rubber Seals; Spring Maintenance in the Garden. FMI: 250 338-0026.

Thursday, March 22 C.V. METAPHYSICAL Explorations Group meets, Lions Den, 1729 Comox Ave. (back door), Comox, 7–9 p.m. Paul Elder, Monroe Inst. instructor & author of Eyes of an Angel, on Life After Death, Levels of Consciousness, Remote Viewing & Astral Travel. All welcome. By donation. FMI: Anjali 250-338-1690.

Friday, March 23 C.V. NEWCOMERS Women’s Walking Group (for those living in Comox Valley less than 2 years) meets for Crown Isle Pathways walk; meet at Crown Isle & Malahat Drive, 8:50 a.m. FMI: Kari 250-3395851, Bev 250-871-2027, Brenda 250-871-3680, www. Cvnewcomers.net. C.V. BOOK Friends’ Annual Book Sale, Comox Centre Mall,, 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Donations accepted to March 14 at Comox Mall. COURTENAY Library offers Pre-school StoryTime for ages 3–5, 300 6th St., 11 a.m. Starts today, goes weekly to April 27. Songs, stories & other fun. Caregiver must accompany child. Open program: drop in or register at 250-334-3369. EVERGREEN Seniors Club Armchair Travel by Boomer Jerritt on Hornby Island Photo Tour, Rotary Hall, Florence Filberg Centre, 1 p.m. FMI: 250-3381000, www.evergreenseniors. org. PLUM Midwifery, Comox Valley Doulas & Cumberland Community Schools screen film for International Doula Week, Strong Start Room, Cumberland Elementary, 6 p.m. Free; all welcome. EVERGREEN Seniors Friday Night Dance with music by Crosstown Express, Rotary

Hall, Florence Filberg Centre, 7:30–10:30 p.m. FMI: 250-3381000, www.evergreenseniors. org. org

Saturday, March 24 C.V. FARMERS’ Market with entertainment by Ralph Barrat, Native Sons Hall, 360 Cliffe Ave., Courtenay, 9 a.m.–noon. FMI: Vickey 250-218-321, www.comoxvalleyfarmersmarket.com. C.V. BOOK Friends’ Annual Book Sale, Comox Centre Mall,, 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Proceeds go to Valley non-profit groups. COMOX Glacier Wanderers Volkswalk Club holds 5/10 km walk starting from Salmon Point Pub parking lot, 2158 Salmon Point Rd, (halfway between Courtenay & Campbell River off Hwy 19A). Registration 9:30 a.m., walk 10 a.m. Lunch to follow at Salmon Point Pub. FMI: Betty 250-339-3135, Marie Anne 250-339-1768. C.V. UKRAINIAN Cultural Society’s Spring Bake Sale, Driftwood Mall, Courtenay, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Dolyna Dancers perform at noon. FMI: Eva 250-339-7355. KITTY CAT P.A.L. Society Adopt-A-Pal, Bosley’s Pet Food Plus, Guthrie Rd. near Quality Foods, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FMI: www.kittycatpals.com. FATHER Involvement Network hosts 5th annual free movie night, Evergreen Lounge, Florence Filberg Centre, Courtenay, dinner 5:30 p.m., movie 6 p.m. Free hot dogs, popcorn & drinks. Movie is Disney/Pixar’s Up. OLD TIME Fiddlers Branch 17 hosts Old Time Dance, Fallen Alders Community Hall, Royston, doors 7:30 p.m. Admission $7/adult, $1/child. FMI: Ed 250-339-6297.

Sunday, March 25 C.V. BOOK Friends’ Annual Book Sale, Comox Centre Mall,, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. (bag day). Proceeds go to Valley non-profit groups. KITTY CAT P.A.L. Society Adopt-A-Pal, Woofy’s, 2400 Cliffe Ave, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FMI: www.kittycatpals.com. UNITY Comox Valley AGM, Lions Den, Nordin Street, Comox, noon. FMI: www.unitycomoxvalley.com, 1-866853-9866.

Monday, March 26 C.V. PRESBYTERIAN Church presents special Mission event, 725 Aspen Rd., Comox, 2 p.m. Rev. Laura Kavanagh of Knox Presbyterian Church, Victoria, presents on recent trip to Afghanistan. FMI: 250-339-2882. COMOX Seniors Association presents Beginner Chacha with Eric Lam at 3 p.m., Argentine Tango at 4 p.m., d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Ave. Per hour: $10/ members, $12/guests. Private coaching 5:05–6:05 p.m. FMI/ reservations: Arabella 250941-8885, arabella888@ gmail.com. C.V. CLOWN Club meets, Craft Room, Lewis Centre, 7 p.m. New members welcome.

Tuesday, March 27 C.V. WOOD Carvers meet every Tuesday for a day of carving, Royston Community Hall, 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m. No experience necessary. FMI: Al 250-331-0156, Jim 250339-5350.

Wed., March 28 EVERGREEN Seniors Club Spring Bazaar, Conference Hall, Florence Filberg Centre, 10 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Luncheon, Rotary Hall, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. (tickets $8 at door only). FMI: 250-338-1000, www.evergreenseniors.org. COURTENAY Library’s Storytime for Adults: Eat your lunch or knit while listening to stories being read aloud, 12–12:40 p.m. Drop in at 300 6th St. FMI: 250-334-3369.

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COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Wednesday, March 21, 2012

A ton of weight lost

Daycare open late to accommodate A new childcare centre has opened at the Courtenay airpark at 2785 Mansfield Dr. Called Kids’ Campus, it offers an innovative, progressive curriculum and longer operating hours. Specialized programming will include an activity-focused theme each day: Music Monday, Tools N’ Technology Tuesday, World Wonders Wednesday,

Theatre Thursday and Fitness Fridays. Professional caregivers will contribute to a child’s early social and motor skills, and help foster a lifelong love of learning. Kids’ Campus offers arts and crafts, theatre and dance workshops, fitness, music, cooking, science experiments and story time.

A Saturday open house from 1 to 4 p.m. will include games, prizes, snacks and refreshments. Owner/operator Lindsay Jamieson is a certified teacher with more than 10 years experience in daycare and classroom settings. Contact her at 250-871-8323 or email KidsCampus.Courtenay@gmail.com.

Wachiay program launches new website Wachiay’s Blueprint for Success: Women’s Entrepreneurial Program has launched a new website, http://womeninbusiness.wachiav.org, which showcases and provides access to video highlights of the program. The Wachiay Friendship Centre first launched the program in April, 2010. “We are very proud of this innovative workshop and mentoring program we have created,” says Jay Silverberg, co-ordinator of Wachiay business programs. “We deal with business advice on a ‘street smart, no rose-colored glasses’ approach, and focus on what

it takes to get into business, grow your business and succeed in business. We cover both the rewards and the risks, providing a balanced approach in a highly user-friendly style. This includes our guest speakers.” Follow the links on the website to find out what’s new for women in business in the e-magazine, or sign up for the next workshop series starting May 31. Participants have access to a wide range of free services and resources, including Wachiay’s Business Resource Centre, Live Plan (a business plan development software program), a pro forma budgeting program, oneon-one mentoring, and access to

publications through Self-Counsel Press. Wachiay offers free childcare subsidies. Follow the link to the Facebook page to find out more about the Blueprint program. The centre has been delivering a series of 12 free workshops for aboriginal and non-aboriginal women in business, and to women aspiring to get into business. The program provides practical advice to entrepreneurs or those considering entrepreneurship. To register contact lisa@wachiav.com or call 250-338-7793, ext. 261. The project has been funded through Status of Women Canada’s Women’s Program.

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Samudra Weight Loss Health & Wellness invites the community to attend its first-year celebration at a Saturday open house. Festivities will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. at its Sixth Street location between The Atlas Cafe and Tulio’s. Samudra has been growing steadily since opening last February. Kristin Bjarnason’s weight loss studio uses the Ideal Protein Method. Developed in France 25 years ago, the method has gained international attention for its combination of long-term health benefits and successful weight-loss rates. Clients lost more than 2,000 pounds last year. “My weight has come off with what has seemed like very little effort,” says Diana. “After two months on the program I lost 25 pounds. But what’s more important is the

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COMOX VALLEY RECORD COMOX VALLEY’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER Publisher: Joanna Ross Editor: Mark Allan Ph: 250-338-5811 / Fax: 250-338-5568 / Classified: 250-310-3535 A division of Black Press Ltd. 765 McPhee Avenue, Courtenay, B.C. V9N 2Z7 www.comoxvalleyrecord.com editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com The Comox Valley Record is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org

Two tiers for everyone to see A plan to provide a mobile magnetic resonance imaging service for a large section of Vancouver Island sharply contrasts public- and privatefunded health care. The Vancouver Island Health Authority is inviting bids to prepare sites, including electrical and mechanical hookups, for a mobile MRI unit. The mobile MRI will be operational in the Comox Valley, Campbell River, Port Alberni and Duncan by this summer. It will be offered at St. Joseph’s General Hospital in Comox as well as in trailers next to Campbell River Hospital, West Coast General Hospital in Port Alberni and Cowichan District Hospital in Duncan. VIHA is sifting through proposals that it previously invited so it can choose who will supply the equipment for the “state-of-the-art” service. This will certainly benefit people who live in or near the four affected communities. Comox Valley residents, for example, currently must travel to Nanaimo or Victoria for MRIs. Unless, of course, they have the money to spend in Courtenay at a private MRI on Ryan Road. Spend you will for the privilege of avoiding travel and government-funded waiting lists. On its website, privately owned Comox Valley MRI Services mentions “minimal waiting times.” Costs for a scan generally range from $875 to more than $1,000. Contrast this with no charge for a medicarecovered MRI. The catch, of course, is that the new mobile MRI will rotate between the four communities. While existing waits should be shortened in Nanaimo and Victoria, there will naturally be some waits there and for the mobile MRI. The best argument for privatized health care is how it takes people out of the taxpayer-funded system and reduces those wait times. The best argument against it is that it creates two levels of health care – one for the wealthy and one for the rest of us. It violates the Canada Health Act, yet there it is and everybody acts like it isn’t. editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Record Question of the Week This week: Forty-eight per cent of respondents so far say they will be better prepared the next time we have a power outage. Any thoughts? Are you still reading this by candlelight? Visit www.comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote in the Poll on the mainpage. Considering the biggest fear of Con most people is speaking to a group, kudos to everyone in the Comox Valley School District public speaking competition.

Assuming some teachers volunteer for extracurricular work because they enjoy it and feel it’s important, it’s a shame they might be asked to walk away from it.

More people means more waste Dear editor, A recently mass-mailed waste management bulletin informs us that a problem exists managing our waste. There will be 14 open houses with presentations. The presenters will apparently relish feedback so have apparently not already mapped the way ahead. That’s good. Because sometimes open houses are just to give the appearance of input. Given that garbage volume is an issue, might not a related and immediate solution be to stop issuing building permits? And then ‘sustain’ that measure until a ‘sustainable’ solution is found to the problem of waste? Anyway, the more people, the more businesses — the more waste. No need to study that. Cause-effect. I’m pretty sure it will hold up to scrutiny. There are numerous Canadian jurisdictions with draconian waste management schemes so

why shouldn’t we join them? Parksville for example has yellow bag, blue box, legacy can, green bin and each has a related list of appropriate contents with which the householder must become familiar. Rest assured that the ‘standard’ bin size has been carefully determined by an appropriate ineptocrat. Maybe using a national average? Or just off the top of somebody’s head like Sheryl Crow’s decreed one to two pieces of toilet paper per evacuation event? What if you have a big family? So every household will have several different bins with contents separated, scraped and washed. One’s garbage offering is then inspected for compliance and if found worthy will be removed by the appropriate plenipotentiary. If not accepted — buy Glade, and inform the least important family member what will be

reprocessed and stored in their room until the next pickup. After one’s guilt over having produced waste has been absolved by a higher being, and all of the many different coloured bins have hopefully been emptied, then — due to economics, time constraints, or idleness — it often all just goes into the same landfill anyway. One of the proposed action items, because one needs ‘action items’ to organize ‘the people,’ is backyard composting. Great idea. If it takes off we can have another category for curbside pickup. “Throw out your dead” ring a bell? We have neighbours who compost. And now we have rats. Those large black wheelybins would be ideal I think for the potential plague on all our houses. And yes — colour does matter. As does size. So get ‘em out before they bloat! Rick Langley, Comox

Crews dedicated in storm cleanup Dear editor, The recent major windstorms caused significant damage and discomfort to a great many in the Comox Valley. I think it’s important to pause a moment and thank everyone who rose to the occasion and gave so much time and effort to help all those affected. The residents of the northern part of the area I represent (Puntledge-Black Creek — Area C) in the Comox Valley Regional District were especially hard hit with property damage, hydro outages and road closures. Comox Valley emergency program co-ordinator Mike Fournier, Oyster River volunteer fire department chief Niels Holbek and his crew, the Comox Valley ground search and rescue, and of course, the B.C. Hydro crews, all responded quickly and worked tirelessly through the day and

night to restore some sense of normalcy to the situation. It is easy in this day and age to take so much for granted and, when things go wrong, to look outside for who to blame or for someone to come and “make it right.” What we saw was the strength of the community and the character of its people in a

moment of crisis. Bravo and “good show.” If a community is only as good as its people, then we’ve got the best community anywhere! Edwin Grieve Courtenay Editor’s note: Edwin Grieve is the chair of the Comox Valley Regional District.

Water meter talk again Dear editor, Tis the time of year for the water meter debacle. Freedom of choice should rule if you want one you get one, the stipulation is you have to pay for it and the infrastructure that comes along with maintaining/ reading these meters. Realize that the installation of these meters would not reduce usage/leaks but potentially

increase them drastically. Bottom line is the Valley is growing in leaps and bounds and the water licence should be increased to reflect this. I heard we have a lake in the area that is quite deep. Maybe we could get our water from within its depths — mmmm. Virginio Casanova, Comox

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ElderCollege tour of base tremendous

FRIDAY’S EDITORIAL CARTOON was created by Bob Castle, the Comox Valley Record’s award-winning editorial cartoonist, who is a finalist for a national journalism award this year.

We’ll appreciate public transit Dear editor, Great cartoon (Record, March 16)! Can’t wait to see similar cartoons about older people with walkers, pregnant women, foreigners with funny accents (like me). There is a huge number of cities around the world where public transit is a normal part of everyday life. Even car

everyday life is becoming. Many of the families in the Comox Valley that own houses too big for their britches, several cars and all the electronic gizmos one doesn’t really need when one is just an average working class family, are only a few paycheques away from bankruptcy. Even if they manage to avoid what happened recently to so many average U.S. families that believed they were safe, what will they do when gas prices reach those in people could get to and Europe or Japan, etc. and from work in a reasonwhen freeways become able time. tolled motorways, and I can only conclude everything but the paythat none of the people cheque keeps going up? who made this decision Transit may then be actually use Transit to one of the few things get to work, because that will then help them this decision seems so survive. divorced from reality as Funny how the people to be a joke. looking down on transit Our buses run mostly and complaining about empty much of the time it being subsidized don’t — so we have added more buses to run mostly seem to know how many things in their lives that empty without adding they take for granted any benefit to people are “subsidized,” includwho could most use an ing the private business express service. they either work for or Where is the logic in patronize. that? Mr. J-L Brussac, Megan Ardyche, Coquitlam Courtenay

drivers find it more practical to only use their car on weekends (to do bulk shopping or visit friends or relatives in another town). During the week they use various modes of transit. Then there are the people that have hardly left their little corner of the world and are totally oblivious of how troubling and expensive our

‘Bigwigs’ off course Dear editor, So the Courtenay bigwigs were out to celebrate the new, express bus service between Courtenay and Comox. They boasted that the decision to run the express buses between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. had been partly based on input from the public. It is hard to imagine that the public would not have been more interested in express service at the times when most people are going to work or coming from work, i.e. between 6 and 9 a.m., and between 3 and 6 p.m. So many cars would be taken off the roads if

Dear editor, On the afternoon of March 10, members of Comox Valley ElderCollege had a memorable experience. The tour of 19 Wing was such a special event and very much appreciated by everyone who took part. We felt privileged to have been given this opportunity. Preceded as it was by an informative lecture, the day will undoubtedly be counted among ElderCollege highlights. Of course the organization, colour coded and courteous, worked with perfect military precision. No one was left behind! We were made to feel so welcome and our questions, though often naive, were answered with detail, respect and humour. From clambering through the Cormorant to peering into the cockpit of the Aurora, we experienced one interesting activity after another. Having a Search And Rescue Tech demonstration in such poor weather gave us just a touch of how they carry out their impressive and award-winning rescues. We would like to pass on our sincere thanks to the members of 19 Wing of the Royal Canadian Air Force who gave such a fine afternoon to so many ElderCollege members. Although we may previously have felt a special connection to 19 Wing, there is no doubt that after this tour, the connection is even deeper and held with even more pride. Terry McGraw Editor’s note: Terry McGraw is on the Comox Valley ElderCollege communications committee.

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JUST A LITTLE reminder to the teachers – some of you seem to forget how many union-negotiated privileges you already have that the rest of us can only dream about. Twelve months of fully paid maternity leave. Five fully paid professional-development days plus early-dismissal days. You already have union-negotiated wage increases in your contract depending on your education and seniority. But all that is not enough? You demand more? Last time you went on strike, how many low-seniority teachers were let go so you could get your wage increases? And then you complain about the extra workload. You have no problem to administer the tests for the gifted children to send them to special classes while the rest of us are left behind. Yet when you are asked to make time to get your students to complete FSA tests, you get all defensive, stressing out students and parents in the process. Remember, we the lowly taxpayers are the ones who pay for whatever you get. Maybe all of you should show some respect toward us and start living within your means. We have to. A BIG THANK you to BC Hydro and all contractors who assisted in restoring power to the Comox Valley and beyond. The amount of damage caused by the storm was so widespread. I think you did a fabulous job of restoring power. To the men and women working in the Seal Bay/Bates Beach area, special thanks. You did a great job. EVERY TIME WE walk Lazo Marsh we have to clean the benches before we can sit down for a rest. These benches were put there for all to enjoy. The bench on the hill was donated in memory of a loved one. If some of you must have benches to use as birdfeeders, then please build some yourself and donate them to the birds. But please leave the existing benches clean for those of us who need to rest along the way.

tree murderers on Wireless Road, you sure have a twisted sense of responsibility and entitlement. For more than 10 years, we have watched in horror as you systematically and incessantly topped, trimmed and totally removed much of the natural vegetation on the steep bank across from your properties. Yet when DND finally made a move on the overheight trees on your lots, you get all huffed up. It is your responsibility to keep trees on your place at proper heights and I sure hope DND sends you the bills for getting your jobs done. WHAT AN AMAZING morning Tuesday, March 6 was — sun shining, the Beaufort Mountain range at its best, full clarity — a day off school for all Vancouver Island students — a great time to be up on top of the world at Mount Washington! Not so good a day for my 17-yearold son who is a high school student, works a part-time job and knows the value of the dollar; he’s decided to spend the day up on the mountain snowboarding. He pays for his own season pass with money saved from his part-time job. He also saves for his new snowboard and bindings from his part-time job. His snowboard and bindings cost him about $1,000 and his season pass cost him about $800. He comes out from lunch and lo and behold — nice new snowboard missing in action! Perhaps it spent the rest of the day on one wild joyride, perhaps it is now on sale at a local pawnshop or on KiJiJi or Craigslist, maybe it is tidily tucked away in an unbeknownst garage or basement. If you have it, please return it anonymously — that’s OK — at the lost and found at Mount Washington. If you see it, it’s a splashy psychedelic GNU Park Pickle with Burton neon orange bindings — please report it stolen with the Comox Valley RCMP. Know that a hardworking, responsible teenager really deserves his board back. Do the right thing and sleep well tonight!

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Are coal‘fors’ truly in dire straits? Dear editor, Re: Coal project needs support. Jim McMillan’s letter, identifying himself only as from Campbell River, piqued my interest. He wrote of a vocal minority (only) being against the Raven coal project but then begs for support for the “for” side.

Other news reports have said that there has been massive support for the “no’s” in Courtenay-Comox and the Port Alberni area. McMillan’s arguments sounded very weak; obviously the “fors” are in dire straits. Google is a wonderful tool of our modern tech age. When I Googled his

name, guess what? A Jim McMillan is a senior geologist for Quinsam Coal mine (Campbell River) and has other high connections to the local coal industry. Perhaps he should have identified himself as such in his letter. J. Ellis, Nanaimo

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Storm wiped out chat with Cullen Dear editor, It seems especially sad to me that among the losses to the recent North Island windstorm was a wonderful opportunity to see and talk with Nathan Cullen in the Comox Valley. Cullen is the 39-yearold come-from-behind NDP leadership candidate whose community development work in Africa and Latin America have honed his ability to listen and led the way to a renewed vision of how citizens who want a just, sustaining and sustainable Canada can work together — even across party lines! He has been called the breath of fresh air all progressive Cana-

dians have been looking for. I understand that over 50 people had RSVP the March 14 event to hear Cullen reignite our belief that dialogue, co-operation and CULLEN consensus are Canadian values and point to the many benefits that could come from working together to see an end to Stephen Harper’s attack on the very core of our Canadian values. In Comox Valley democracy advocate

Kathryn Askew’s words, “Nathan stands head and shoulders above the others at making connections with people and providing hope for the future. It matters a lot to me that he is young and savvy enough to capture the attention of ‘young’ voters.” I, personally, believe that Nathan’s proven abilities as a team builder and spokesperson for a just, representative, sustaining and sustainable Canada make him the most fitting candidate to carry on the leadership of Jack Layton. His passion for looking to find what we hold in common with others is the essence of democ-

racy and may well be the necessary condition for its survival in the 21st century. Nathan’s plan for crosspartisan co-operation is the only way the 60 per cent of Canadians who vote for progressive Canadian values will be represented in the next federal government. Actually there is still hope of talking with Nathan before the leadership balloting. Stay tuned to the 60 per cent Solution facebook page www. facebook.com/pages/60solution/37785453224 3935, as there may yet be an opportunity to Skype a conversation with Nathan over tea! Norm Reynolds, Courtenay

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Shame on BCTF Dear editor, UBC has announced they will accept Grade 11 transcripts from 2011 to admit B.C. students in 2012. Wonderful! A student steps up their effort in final year, works his/her butt off in Grade 12 and must hope that marks from the previous year might get them accepted into post-secondary studies. Fortunately, UVic and SFU have so far agreed to accept marks from the Ministry. Universities in other provinces may not be so sympathetic. I would suggest this situation is not in the best interest of the students our teachers are supposed to support. Our teachers and their union should be ashamed

of their collective unprofessional conduct this year. They claim it is in the students’ interest but the reality is that they are placing their quest for a 15-per-cent wage increase, advancement based upon the union credo of seniority rather than merit and demands for smaller class sizes on the backs of their students. It seems to me the single item on the table worthy of support is class composition, which speaks to more resources for special needs. We know a minority of teachers abhor their union’s shameless tactic but unfortunately the majority have prevailed and our students are paying the price. Shame! W. Hunter, Courtenay

FUNDING FOR STUDENTS, NOT FOR WAGE HIKES. The BCTF is demanding a 15 per cent wage hike and other beneﬁts that would cost $2 billion and raise taxes for BC families. Virtually all other public sector unions have settled for no wage increases. It’s unacceptable that schools are disrupted and that students and their families are inconvenienced over an unreasonable salary demand in difﬁcult economic times. The union is making claims and demands that simply don’t add up.

BCTF CLAIMS AND DEMANDS

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The union wants more paid time outside the classroom – sick leave for teachers on call, expanded bereavement and discretionary leave.

The government wants more time for teacher training and to ensure that Pro-D days really are for professional development.

The union says all teaching positions should be selected on the basis of seniority.

The government supports seniority but qualiﬁcations must also count so that math teachers teach math, and science teachers teach science.

The union says that teachers who perform poorly in evaluations will be dismissed – ‘one strike and you’re out’.

The government wants to support teacher improvement through a standardized evaluation process.

The union says that government refuses to negotiate.

There has been over a year of negotiations and 78 full bargaining sessions.

The union says that class size limits have been eliminated.

Class size limits will remain in place on all grades across BC.

The union says that BC has 700 fewer special needs teachers.

2100 new teaching assistants have been hired since 2001. And, with a new $165 million Learning Improvement Fund, we will hire more.

It’s time to focus on what matters most in education – BC’s students. That’s why we are focused on per-student funding which is at an all time high, not on wage increases. We all want to do more to make BC’s education system even better. It’s the driving force behind BC’s Education Plan that teachers, parents and students are helping to shape. Teachers care about their students. Parents care about their children’s future.

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Planning to live Welfare air links students with jobs until you’re 100 VICTORIA — The noise of the teachers’ strike drowned out debate on the B.C. budget so thoroughly that one of Finance Minister Kevin Falcon’s more controversial ideas only made the news last week. Reporters dubbed it Welfare Air. Falcon plans a pilot program to offer social assistance recipients training and airfare if they can line up a job in B.C.’s northern energy boomtowns. Workers are being imported to fill jobs there, while in Metro Vancouver and elsewhere the number of single employable people applying for social assistance is rising. Much of oil and gas work is dirty and dangerous. These days most industrial jobs involve sophisticated electronics, and the

technical skill level required is high. But there are entry-level jobs going begging, and relatively high pay is offered to fill positions in a shortstaffed service sector in the Peace region. NDP MLA Carole James, no stranger to northern B.C., dismissed Falcon’s plan as a stunt. There are unemployed people in the region who should be offered training before we start flying people up from Vancouver, James said. Yet I repeatedly hear from northern employers that the labour shortage is real and growing. The NDP warns that B.C. faces a future of “people without jobs, and jobs without people.” Mostly they blame the B.C. Liberals for removing apprenticeship programs from

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be targeted to areas of pressing economic need. To my surprise, James agreed that is worth considering. This is significant, not only because it is likely to be unpopular in the education establishment. There is a good chance that James, a former school trustee, will be B.C.’s education minister in 14 months. After writing about the labour shortage last week, I was bombarded with messages from an irate Vancouver high school teacher who mocked the whole notion as corporate propaganda. No labour shortage exists, globally or in B.C., he claimed. Rather, “capitalists” of the “one per cent” have tried to “vocationalize” public education for a century, but the “people” have always “resist-

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FLETCHER union control. I spoke with James about post-secondary needs a couple of weeks ago. She mentioned NDP leader Adrian Dix’s signature policy to restore B.C. student grants, funded by a capital tax on financial institutions. She also agreed that part of the problem is young people taking post-secondary education that leads to fields with poor job prospects. I suggested that if B.C. taxpayers are to increase their subsidy to post-secondary students, already worth about two thirds of their schooling costs, perhaps grants could

ed.” Radical socialists aside, why would matching student aid to employment demand be unpopular with teachers? Education Minister George Abbott offered a clue during the lengthy debate over ending the teachers’ strike. Abbott noted that for every three teachers coming out of B.C. universities, there is currently only one job available. Our education system trains too many people for what they want to do, rather than what the economy needs. And our economy definitely does not need more kids taught Marxist claptrap. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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