Cowichan News Leader Pictorial, May 02, 2012 by Black Press Media Group

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Dirty trick with dirty dirt riles CVRD directors Contaminated Äll: Soil dumped in driveway sparks regional district to take action against dumping Krista Siefken

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he ¿nal straw was three piles of contaminated soil dumped in a Cowichanian’s driveway. That’s what prompted yesterday’s discussion at the Cowichan Valley Regional District about how to block truckloads of ¿ll being driven into the valley daily. It’s been a local issue for years, but after the soil dumped on a south Cowichan resident’s property tested positive for contamination, the CVRD declared it an act of vandalism Bruce Fraser: and moved to take action. retaliation “The preliminary report indiAndrew Leong Marion Huff demonstrates how the Sticky Roller removes lint to Shona Chalmers and Joyce Carberry at the 25th-annual Spring Home Expo at Island Savings Centre this weekend. cated that the dumped soil was contaminated with salt and hydrocarbons,” said Tom Anderson, the CVRD’s manager of planning and development. “We are awaiting the ¿nal report from our technical consultants to determine how serious the contamination was.” Staff was also directed to perform a spot check of Sgt. Rob Webb reads. stop it from rolling again. Krista Siefken dumping in the south Cowichan region following Police say they received more calls about the An air ambulance hovered over the scene at News Leeder Pictorial the incident. They found there are as many as 1,200 vehicle for “weaving in and out of traf¿c at a high about 3:50 p.m., but it didn’t land as all patients rate of speed on the Malahat” as of¿cers were en were rescued, then sent to hospital by paramedics truckloads a month coming over the Malahat to 28-year-old Duncan man was held route to locate the truck. from four ambulances, he said. The Corolla’s driv- dump ¿ll at any of up to 11 sites, some unof¿cial. in police custody after being arrested That won’t come as a surprise to Mackenzie The vehicle was also reported for almost hitting er and one of the children were taken to Victoria at the scene of a Mill Bay crash that Brooks, who recently ¿lmed six trucks coming into the rock face at Split Rock before continuing General Hospital, while the other two passengers injured four people on Sunday. the Stebbings Road area with ¿ll, and seven trucks north. were taken to Cowichan District Hospital. Lanes Police say the incident is being coming out empty-handed, in a 20-minute span. “The driver attempted to pass a blue 2000 in both directions reopened at about 4:45 p.m. investigated for suspicion of impaired driving, “The trucks were going in and out of there like ants “Southbound traf¿c was rerouted down Mill driving over .08, dangerous driving, and failing to Toyota Corolla near Butter¿eld Road when it to a sugar bowl,” she said. slammed into the rear of the Corolla, causing it to Bay Road coming out at Bamberton, and northremain at the scene of an accident. Also following the issue is Jennifer Young. roll into the ditch,” police say. bound cars were rerouted onto Deloume Road,” The two-vehicle crash happened near ButIn fact, just hours after Young had been documentParamedics and the Mill Bay ¿re¿ghters arrived Miller said. ter¿eld Road at about 3:17 p.m., and injured two ing the imported ¿ll, the three piles of contaminated at the scene — about one kilometre south of ButThe truck’s driver, meanwhile, was taken into Courtenay women and two 11-year-old children soil were dumped in her neighbour’s driveway. ter¿eld — and used equipment such as the Jaws police custody at the scene with assistance from from Victoria. Shawnigan Lake Director Bruce Fraser believes of Life to extricate the passengers by removing the witnesses. Northbound traf¿c on the Island Highway was the incident was an act of retaliation against the Corolla’s roof. “The suspect driver attempted to Àee the accident rerouted through Mill Bay Road for about two neighbours of Shawnigan Lake Road who’ve Mill Bay’s deputy chief, Jeff Miller, said all paby driving his disabled vehicle away,” police said. hours while ¿re¿ghters and paramedics assisted publicly protested the high volume of dump trucks tients were conscious at the scene, and the injuries “The truck was only able to go about 150 yards and the injured, and police investigated the crash. on their street. did not appear to be life-threatening. could go no farther. The driver was restrained by “Saanich Police Department had received an “This is a case of gross intimidation and will not be “The car went off the road and into the ditch, witnesses until police arrived on scene.” original complaint of an erratic driver operating tolerated,” he said. then onto its side in water and brush,” Miller said People on scene also assisted the injured. a green 2001 Ford F-150 in their jurisdiction,” a more on page 5 of the crumpled sedan stabilized by a winch to more on page 5 RCMP statement released by Shawnigan Lake

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Catalyst restructure vote postponed again A crucial creditor meeting date concerning Crofton paper mill’s parent ﬁrm is now slated for May 15, a Catalyst spokeswoman has conﬁrmed. The creditor and shareholder vote date was previously May 2. “This change gives us a bit more time to work through the feedback from

trade creditors and noteholders on the restructuring plan of arrangement,” Lyn Brown emailed the News Leader Pictorial. “There are a lot of factors and interests involved and we surely want to take the necessary time to consider all input thoroughly in our effort to reach a

consensual deal.” The court date to approve the complex ﬁnancial plan of arrangement is now set for May 18, Brown noted. Catalyst’s debt restructuring will affect hundreds of retired and active, union and non-union Crofton workers.

Mistrial declared in alleged Tribes theft

mistrial has been declared in the case of Ernestine Elliott, the former Cowichan Tribes employee accused of stealing money from the band’s Salmon Enhancement Project. Elliott was in Duncan Provincial Court last week, standing trial for one charge of theft over $5,000. The crime allegedly occurred between May 1, 2004 and June 30, 2007. A mistrial was declared on Friday. “An issue was raised by defence in relation to the validity of a document that had been issued by the court during the investigative stage of the case,” Crown spokesman Neil MacKenzie explained. “Judge (Josiah) Wood concluded that a different judge should rule on that particular issue, and as a result of that it was necessary to declare a mistrial to enable a different judge to hear the matter.” Elliott is scheduled to appear at the Duncan Law Courts again on May 8 to ¿x a new trial date. Andrew Leong — Krista Siefken Grade 6 Maple Bay elementary students Andrew Strobl and Jake Russell participated in Jump Rope for Heart on Friday April 27.

DeÄcit budget plans get Education Minister’s Änger wagging Krista Siefken

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George Abbott expects Cowichan school trustees to submit a balanced budget.

ducation Minister George Abbott says he expects Cowichan school trustees to pass a balanced budget, just as the board moves to adopt a de¿cit ¿scal plan. School District 79’s board of education is slated to give ¿rst and second reading to the de¿cit budget on Wednesday. Its expenditures amount to $3,771,661 more than district will receive as revenue from the Ministry of Education. It’s the board’s aim to seek that additional funding from the province in order to balance the books. But Abbott has released the following statement to

the News Leader Pictorial: “In recognition of the challenges presented by declining enrolment in the Cowichan Valley School District, government is providing $2 million in supplemental funding protection to the district next year,” he said. “Boards of education, including the Cowichan Valley board of education, have a legal responsibility under the School Act to pass a balanced budget by June 30, 2012 and after completing its budget deliberations this spring, I fully expect the board to uphold their responsibility.” However, Cowichan’s nine-member board is split 5-4 in favour of submitting a de¿cit “restoration” budget, in an effort to pressure the government to provide more funding to districts, and prevent further cutbacks.

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Door opened for new school year Options: Nothing on the table yet, except the opportunity to talk Krista Siefken

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roposed changes to the School Act could open the door for conversations about a full-year school calendar, School District 79’s superintendent says. The B.C. government is also mulling offering online classes to students in all grades as part of the amendment. Right now, only students in Grade 10 to 12 can take courses on the web. Education Minister George Abbott said the changes are designed to increase Àexibility. Here in Cowichan, superintendent Joe Rhodes says nothing is set in stone but the proposed changes could spark discussion about altering the valley’s school calendar. “Certainly the agrarian model of school for all kids, where they go to school for the same 10 months of the year, the same hours of the day, doesn’t Joe Rhodes: not agrarian work for all families, because we’re not an agrarian community anymore,” he said. “We don’t need the kids home to ddo th the ffarming, i and that’s the premise this model is built on. Times have changed, so it’s good we can have the conversation.” One possible model is the university-style calendar where schools are open 12 months of the year on a tri-semester basis, with students typically attending classes for two of the three semesters. “I think the opportunity to look at less downtime (between semesters) is worth the conversation,” Rhodes said. “One of the biggest concerns we’ve always had is around retention. Certainly among our more vulnerable learners, 10 weeks is a long time for formal learning to be in cessation.” There would be potential challenges, Rhodes said, including school buildings poorly equipped to handle students during the hot summer months. “But the other piece for me is utilization of our facilities,” he added. “They sit empty and silent for long periods of times. Should we not make better use of our community facilities? These are all things we can engage in conversation around.” Districts would still be required to consult staff and the community, and obtain permission from the Ministry of Education, before changing the school calendar.

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Attempting to cross the Penelakut divide Political boundaries: Chemainus estuary arm of local First Nation feels separated from band by more than just Stuart Channel Krista Siefken

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he Strait of Georgia separates Penelakut Island and its Tsussie reserve, yet more than water divides these two communities. For a group of Tsussie residents, there is a long-standing schism that makes the off-island members feel cut off from their tribe by more than just geography. “We have educated people (in Tsussie), people who have strong “The divisivecultural backness is so engrounds, but trenched it stunts the divisiveness is so our growth.” entrenched it stunts our growth,” said Valerie Bob, a Tsussie resident who unsuccessfully campaigned for councillor during Penelakut’s election earlier this year. Former chief Jill Harris — an-

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However, the CVRD has very little authority in the matter as it falls under provincial jurisdiction. But a press release from the CVRD indicates “speci¿c proposals” would be considered to address the issue during Tuesday’s Electoral Area Services Committee, which met after the News Leader Pictorial’s press deadline Tuesday. “Resolving this issue is given a high priority for the CVRD,” Chairman Rob Hutchins said. Mill Bay Director Mike Walker, who oversees the area where the dumping occurred, said the situation has become intolerable, and called on his fellow directors to take a ¿rm stand.

other Tsussie resident, and Bob’s mother — agreed. “About 20 years ago we were promised a community notice board right out there,” she says, pointing out her window. “We’re still waiting for it.” But what particularly frustrates some Tsussie residents is they feel their input goes ignored at the band’s peril. “We need economic development,” said Harris. “If we’re just eking out an existence, if we’re barely hanging on, how will we ¿nd the energy to sustain ourselves?” This was a common issue brought up during an all-candidates’ forum held prior to Penelakut’s Feb. 17 election. “We can’t keep relying on the federal government or provincial government, or little grants here and there,” said Trina Sxwithul’txw, who ran for chief in the election. “We need to create own-source revenue. We need accountability and transparency — a lot of the time we’re kept in the dark.” Most of the candidates at the forum lived off of Penelakut Island. All of

the candidates at the forum were defeated in the election — something they seemed unsurprised by. “We don’t have any representation on council,” said Harris. “And we just get accused of being ‘fussy Tsussies.’” In fact, a few years ago Canada’s Aboriginal Affairs department gave Tsussie the option of seceding, but the notion was quashed by Penela-

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kut’s administration, Harris said. Penelakut Chief Earl Jack did not respond to the News Leader Pictorial’s requests for comment, but Tsussie residents vow that despite their political loss, their goals remain the same: improved social and economic development; open communication between the two factions of the tribe; improved band ¿nances — and making Penelakut

united and strong. “We keep hearing how strong our people were — that’s what we need to bring back,” council candidate Fergie Charlie said. “If we stick together, we can make a change.” His fellow candidate, Nathan Sam, agreed. “It’s about becoming family again.”

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Lake Cowichan secondary continues to improve in Fraser high school rankings Krista Siefken

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NOTICE OF OPEN BOARD MEETING The Open Board Meeting of the Board of Education will take place on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at Quamichan Middle School, in the Multi-Purpose Room, at 6:30 pm. First and Second Reading of the 2012-2013 Annual Budget will be considered at this meeting.

ake Cowichan Secondary School has been singled out as one of B.C.’s fastest-improving secondary schools in the annual Fraser Institute school ranking report. The school’s 6.3 rating — up from 5.9 the year before, and 4.8 the year before that — is part of an ascent that principal Peter Jory has

previously attributed to taking advantage of the small-school model and a concerted effort from school staff to see every student graduate. The effort has obviously paid off, with LKSS boasting a 100 per cent graduation rate since 2009. Chemainus Secondary School, meanwhile, ranks second among the valley’s public high schools, with a 6.0 rating that’s down from 2010’s 6.6. Frances Kelsey is up to 5.3, compared to 4.6 the previous year, while Cowichan Secondary School

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Chad Conrad of Mr. Mike’s Steakhouse and Bar accepts his Business Achiever of the Year award Saturday during Black Tie ceremonies at Mellor Hall. Andrew Leong

Business success tied to a good staff Black Tie: Conrad this year’s business achiever Ann Andersen

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hen you congratulate Mr. Mike’s owner Chad Conrad on the Black Tie Business Achievement award he received last weekend, one of the ¿rst words he utters is “staff.” The restaurant staff, he says, is responsible for the 15 to 20 per cent increase in sales he’s enjoyed during the past two years. “I was extremely pleased to get the award. It’s all because of my front-line workers,” Conrad, 29, told the News Leader Pictorial. “They are number one. If the staff is happy, customers will be happy.” Conrad’s award was one of eight presented in the annual Black Tie awards ceremony held in Mellor Hall at the Cowichan Exhibition grounds attended by nominees and guests. The event was hosted by Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce. Seven came as surprises to the recipients. The eighth was the lifetime achievement award announced

earlier this year and presented during the ceremony to Ken McKinnon for his work with Paci¿c Building Systems. The comments Conrad makes about the people who work with him shouldn’t really come as a surprise. Tucked in with the 5 1/2 years he spent studying Kinesiology at Simon Fraser University is a minor in coaching and training. And he’s put what he’s learned from that and on-the-job experience into his 10 years with the Mr. Mike’s franchise. Many of his employees have been there since he opened the new Beverly Corners franchise three years ago. Two years later, he bought out his partner

and is now sole owner of the popular eatery. His start with the 40-yearold franchise was in Coquitlam where he worked part-time at a restaurant while studying at SFU. But when an opportunity came to open a Mr. Mike’s in Cranbrook, he jumped at the chance. After that, as manager of operations for the company he terms the “brand,” Conrad opened 12 restaurants, known as “stores.” Conrad’s one-hour interview for the Black Tie award was conducted by judge Dan Bose of MNP, who also presented the award. “The interview was based on points for how you answered the questions,” he explains. “There wasn’t

any room for emotional response.” His past history, progress and management practices all came up during the 20 to 30 questions he was asked, he says. Says Bose: “Conrad’s knowledge and determination were apparent. He has long-term vision, is community oriented and understands the investment in business and community.” The restaurant also holds a charity barbecue every weekend. Conrad lives with wife Heather and their two young children in Duncan. “I am so proud of my team at the restaurant,” he says. “We’ll be successful as long as we keep on doing what we’re doing.”

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body found Wednesday evening by Comox Valley RCMP at the base of Mount Washington is believed to be that of a woman reported missing earlier this month after vacationing in Cowichan. Police say the body discovered near the car of missing Saanich woman Shirley Burstall is believed to be her body.

RCMP Staff Sgt. Andrew Isles said around 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, RCMP were temporarily shutting down their command post before resuming the search for the 75-yearold, when their police dog picked up a scent. That led to the discovery of an elderly woman about a kilometre from where her car was located. Isles con¿rmed Thursday the case is now in the hands of the coroner. “We got a lot of information after talking with the family (Wednesday night) and have some information

about the jewelry (Burstall) was wearing and some personal items she had on her,” he said. “We’re pretty certain, as much as we can be without a formal autopsy, that it is Ms. Burstall.” Burstall’s car was found April 23 in the early-afternoon hours afternoon on a road off of the Strathcona Parkway leading to Mount Washington, prompting an extensive search for the woman, who was last seen April 5 at a Ladysmith gas station. She had spent the previous ¿ve days in Chemainus.

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Yarded: Business manager upset about highways roadside sign removal policy Peter W. Rusland

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Wednesday, May 2, 2012

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No time like now to reconsider the school year On the calendar: In bid to help students with limited budgets, no stone should be left unturned

he new school-calendar possibilities introduced by the provincial government last week aren’t the ointment to salve all that ails our education system. But they can be a useful tool in addressing some of its issues. What remains to be seen is whether the community is too entrenched in its ways to take advantage. Anyone taking a fresh look from the outside at the system with an eye for ef¿ciency issues could not help but be struck by the fact our schools are only used to full capacity for about six hours a day, ¿ve days a Is a twoweek, 39 weeks of the year. But it’s not just the bean-counters who month holiday see the potential for improvement. really what Educators have long pointed out the dangers of kids being away from their kids need? studies too long, and how an extended break hurts the ability to retain lessons. Add the semester system to summer vacation and teachers are often forced to spend signi¿cant time reviewing knowledge that has already been taught, but has faded because of too many months away. The two-month summer vacation is a relic of giving farm families time off to work the ¿elds. That’s hardly relevant in 2012 Cowichan. Why not four three-month semesters, each divided with a two-week break? Seven six-week units divided by one- or twoweek breaks? Shorter days for students divided into two shifts each day with fewer breaks throughout the day and the year? There may be good arguments against each of these, but a lot of the objections will come down to habit. What needs to be determined is whether our current school-year habits are good ones. Priority one should be what schedule model works best for learning. Priority two should be a cost/bene¿t analysis. Community habits should be a distant third. If the kids are what matters, this is a conversation we need to have.

We say:

The good and the bad of this week in Cowichan This we like

This we don’t

Part of building community is recognizing those who go the extra mile to do exactly that. Building community is about providing good service and going above and beyond for your neighbours. And it is also about saying thank you. That’s why the Duncan-Cowichan Chamber of Commerce deserves a thank you for its annual thank you — the Black Tie awards.

There is something inherently wrong in a world where an eight-year-old girl has to wait two years for necessary surgery for lack of a set of tools. Community effort may be in the process of changing that reality for Shawnigan Lake’s Emily Ben, but as of this writing that has not been made ofﬁcial. It needs to be made ofﬁcial and we need to keep pushing until it is.

Darcia Doman presents Ken McKinnon of PaciÄc Building Systems the Black Tie Lifetime Achievement Award.

Council, your audience is waiting for you to engage Maeve Maguire

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nce a month my daughter’s school principal emails us parents a newsletter. The newsletter accomplishes two things: It reminds me not to forget early-dismissal days, and it keeps me connected to the principal. One time I had to email him directly; I had no trouble ¿nding his email address — and he replied to my email immediately. These exchanges leave me feeling con¿dent the principal is in control of his school and my daughter is safe in his care. Conversely, I went looking for Mayor Jon Lefebure’s email address on North Cowichan’s municipal website and three days later my husband called the police to report a missing person. Mayor Lefebure’s email address was nowhere to be found. Nor was there a monthly newsletter from him to let us know what’s going on

with council. It doesn’t leave me feeling much con¿dence. Recently, I searched the municipal website for details about the upcoming property-tax shift. I found the April 2 committee-of-the-whole meeting minutes, which said the council discussed the issue “at length.” There was nothing about what councillors said to each other, or how they responded to comments from residents who attended. I was looking for the play-by-play but it fell short like a Canuck in a playoff game. This isn’t the ¿rst time I’ve been frustrated with communications from North Cowichan. It has a Facebook page, which I have ‘liked’ so I am noti¿ed whenever it posts an update — mostly about when yoga is offered at Fuller Lake recreation centre. Why not post the council meeting minutes to Facebook? The minutes could be a catalyst to get other North Cowichan Facebook users to weighin on these issues. Most of us can’t make it to council meetings, but that doesn’t mean we don’t

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want to contribute to the conversation. While the council lags behind in connecting with its residents, individuals have started blogs of their own. It took Councillor Al Siebring 15 minutes to set up his blog, which was an immediate success: he had 1,400 hits in the ¿rst few days. Siebring will continue to use the blog because “people don’t feel they have enough information on what’s going on in the municipality.” (alsiebring.blogspot.ca) Cowichan Watchdogs, a group of local residents that spends as much time at council meetings as councillors, has also started a blog. Myrna Borleske, the moderator, says “we started the blog because we wanted people to be aware of what their local government is doing and the effect it has on people’s lives.” (cowichanwatchdogs.wordpress.com) Councillor Kate Marsh has a blog, which she started during her campaign. Disgruntled residents left comments on her blog, to which Kate replied — a conversation, recorded, in public,

which everyone can learn from. (www.katemarsh. ca/blog.html) Blogs require constant attention, like the child who is yanking on my leg as I type. I hope these bloggers have the stamina to keep us engaged for the council’s full term. Their biased opinions might be just the thing to encourage our mayor to provide his own weekly update. A note to our local political bloggers: you have 30 seconds to catch my attention while I check my Facebook page during the advertisement break on my internet TV show. If your blog is short and engaging, I’ll keep reading; if it’s really good, I’ll share it with my friends. Write a manifesto and I’m out.

Maeve Maguire is a technical writer who lives and works in Maple Bay and writes monthly in the News Leader Pictorial. Visit her blog www. cowichandale.com, or email her at maeve@describewriting.com.

Wednesday, May 2, 2012

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What do you think about Cowichan Tribes leaders restricting media from reserve lands? “There should be transparency, honesty, and accountability, and Natives should be able to speak their minds. When an individual is interviewed, it doesn’t mean their opinion is that of Tribes.”

“Tribes leaders are within their rights. They owned the land before we came here. It’s just a respect thing, really.”

Chris Beckett, North Cowichan

Dale Letourneau, Duncan

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Anger should properly be aimed at the engineers of the squeeze

Health volunteers make themselves feel good by making others feel good

Dear editor The proposed tax shift is a dif¿cult decision for North Cowichan’s mayor and council, no doubt. However, let’s not blame our local elected council for the squeeze. I trust that in seeking ¿nancial security councillors are doing due diligence in tough times. There is community concern for those who cannot afford the increase and the fact landlords are likely to pass the whole cost of raised taxes on to the renters. In short, a voice for economic justice has been raised. We have an opportunity to consider the ¿nancially disadvantaged, the parents trying to pay high mortgages or rents, and paying perhaps $10,000 a year in childcare costs, or the students, loaded under tuition costs, trying to pay it back and ¿nd work. Listen also to the voices of professionals in the medical and education systems as they give voice to the needs of those without enough support to succeed. What about the issues of the elderly, homecare, and other health related costs? The squeeze is on. As a caring community we need to direct our objections to those who are masterminding the crunch instead of blaming our local council. They did not create the present ¿nancial climate. If we all work together on solutions which address the hardships everyone shall be happier and healthier. In the big picture it matters more what taxes are used for at all levels of government, than how much we are taxed. Mary Dolan

In my opinion: you can make a difference

trip to the emergency room has become a little less painful, thanks to a friendly face and a helping hand. As a way to give back to community, Theresa Drouillard volunteers her time at the Cowichan District Hospital twice a week and has been doing so for the past ¿ve months. Drouillard, a member of the Peter W. Rusland Cowichan Tribes community, Moe Bennett displays the robin eggs he retrieved from a nest in his home dryer vent. Residents are reminded to helps put people at ease by keep home vents clear to prevent Äres — and angry mother robins. presenting a familiar face to school board in de¿ance of a provincial gov• Search for creative solutions to balance the community members who Theresa Drouillard: use the hospital. ernment that has lost any semblance of moral budget and support our kids. friendly face “I think it is helpful just authority in this ¿ght. Instead of constantly • And stop going down the dead-end path of a having Cowichan members parroting the right-wing party line, why don’t de¿cit budget. It is the wrong thing to do. (at the hospital) volunteering. Working closely with the editors of the News Leader Pictorial try Candace Spilsbury the nurses, doctors and the other staff, they see that standing with Cowichan parents, students, and Trustee, SD79 Board of Education. we are there trying to make a difference,” she said. the under-appreciated men and women who act Volunteering in the emergency room at Cowon our behalf as members of our school board. Chemainus Trustees betraying their trust ichan District Hospital involves creating a welcomWhat a breath of fresh air that would be. Dear editor ing atmosphere, and offering extra support to those Darryl Boon The ¿ve trustees, including chairwoman who need. Someone has to Äght for our kids Duncan Eden Haythornthwaite — who are against This can mean offering assistance to an elder Dear editor sending in a balanced budget and are giving the to their vehicle or offering a colouring book and Your editorial on our school trustees and the Trustees need to listen to the public de¿cit budget the euphemistic name “restora- crayons to a child to help pass the time. de¿cit budget not only disrespects those trusttion budget” — should resign. “Volunteering has its bene¿ts,” said Drouillard. ees who are taking a stand for students, and and stop this dead-end path They were voted in by the community to “It is a good way to step out of your comfort zone public education in general, but it disrespects Dear editor abide by the School Act, which requires a bal- and meet new and interesting people.” the voters of this district who elected them. Is there a need for more funding for educatanced budget among other things. They are in She recalls a story of an elderly man who had The only statement in your column that was ing our children? Absolutely yes. Have cuts to essence breaking that trust and the law. If they visited the ER. worthy of print was the one regarding the programs and services had a negative impact? feel they can’t or won’t as a point of principle, “He didn’t have any family members there and “battle (being)... properly fought in a provincial Absolutely yes. Do we need more support for they should step down and allow someone else had a hard time walking so I helped him walk from election.” Unfortunately, since we are saddled students with special needs? Absolutely yes. to do the job. the emergency room out to the car. with a provincial government more concerned Does that mean we have to submit a de¿cit Morag M. Gilchrist “He was so grateful and happy to see a nice face with maintaining power than in doing the right budget and that more funding will automatiDuncan that was connecting with him and I walked along thing, this battle won’t take place for at least cally happen? Absolutely no. Does the comwith him. another year. In the meantime, someone has to munity really want the board of education to “He was really appreciative of that.” ¿ght for our children’s futures and the future of submit an illegal de¿cit budget , resulting in the Voters knew what they were getting Volunteers at the Cowichan District Hospital public education. board getting ¿red? Absolutely no. Dear editor contribute to the wellbeing of families that use CoI, for one, would proudly stand with our A recent board survey gathered input from All 10 candidates for school trustee were the community about the impacts of past fund- frank about the issue of a de¿cit budget. Voters wichan District Hospital by reassuring children and parents, assisting with meals, returning valuables, iing cuts and ideas for improving programs and knew what they were doing. There are no surand sharing their talents. sservices for the future. The community did not prises here. Good for them for standing up for “Wherever you are considering volunteering ssupport submitting a de¿cit budget, but instead adequate funding for our children’s education. your time, there is a lot of need,” says Drouillard. ssupported new ideas for trying to balance the Sheri Kinney, Duncan “The hospital, any elderly care facility, the food bbudget. Other school districts have found crecomments submitted online at cowichannewsleader.com “Do you support the teachers’ decision to pull extrabank or even the local SPCA appreciates any time curricular activities?” aative, positive ways to enhance their resources that can be given to help those who cannot help You answered: (111 votes) aand programs for students, turning de¿cits into More letters online themselves.” ssurpluses. 59 per cent NO Cowichan District Hospital has more than 900 It is time for this board of education to: Also, read fresh stories every day and share volunteers. • Really listen to the people. 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Chemainus secondary students crossing the Great Wall 12 and 23 through Education First travel tours. They landed in Beijing and visited the Summer Place and Temple of Heaven. They also toured Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, and spent time walking the Great Wall of China. Then the group Àew to Xi’an and saw the Terra Cotta Warriors, and rode bicycles on the city’s old wall. “Within one hour of arriving in Shanghai, the group rode of the fastest train in China, the Magalev,” teacher Janet Ruest reported. “Its top speed was 431 kilometres per hour.” Other highlights were China’s tallest building — more than 105 storeys to the observation Àoor — and the shopping district of Nanking Road, plus learning about Buddhism in Hong Kong, shopping in the Stanley Market area, and cruising around

Fine China: Years of planning sends teens on journey to the Far East Krista Siefken

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wo years of planning earned a group of Chemainus students two weeks of travelling in China during spring break. “It was amazing,” Grade 11 student Katie McAneeley told the News Leader Pictorial. “And it was so different from Canada. It was very interesting.” McAneeley and nine other Chemainus Secondary School students visited China between March

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Kowloon Harbour. “The traf¿c was quite different,” McAneeley recalled. “They don’t even use turning signals or anything like that.” And she certainly missed Canadian water. “You can’t drink the tap water there — I couldn’t even brush my teeth with the tap water.” McAneeley added that she enjoyed learning more about Buddhism. “And the Great Wall, of course, was amazing, as one of the wonders of the world.” Ruest, who organized the trip with fellow teacher Sue Baker, said the students spent two years planning and fundraising for their spring break travels. “Many of the students also had part-time jobs, which helped to cover the costs of the trip,” Ruest added.

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A group of Chemainus Secondary School students spent spring break in China. They spent some time at Ocean Park in Hong Kong, above. The school’s next trip will be a historical tour of Berlin, Paris and London, plus the battle¿elds of the First and Second World Wars, between June 30 to July 15, 2014. Students interested in learning more about participating should contact Ruest or Baker.

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St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church is a family of people who are discovering the signiÀcance of following Jesus. Come, whoever you are, whatever your strengths, needs, faith or doubts. Sunday Worship Services 9:00 am & 10:30 am (nursery & Sunday School is available at the 10:30 am service only) www.standrewsduncan.org

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Worship Services 10am & 7pm Sunday School for Children Info for Church Ministries call: Phone 748-2122 Church ofÀce open 9-12pm Mon-Fri Email: crc.duncan@shawcable.com www.duncancrc.org Walt Vanderwerf, pastor

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Sunday 10:00 am Everyone Welcome Pastor Norm Sowden 250-746-6996

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ST. EDWARD’S CHURCH 2085 Maple Bay Road, Duncan 746-6831 Saturday Mass Time: 5:00 pm Sunday Mass Time: 10:00 am Tuesday Mass Time: 6:30 pm www.stedwardsduncan.com

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hen Mary Harrison was looking for the perfect dress to wear to a Naval Ball, she struggled to find a beautiful evening gown here in the Cowichan Valley. Although Duncan, Chemainus, and Lake Cowichan are full of wonderful fashion boutiques there was no place she could find that sold evening gowns, prom dresses, or even bridal wear. Annoyed by this discovery, Mary decided that what Duncan needed was a formal-wear shop where women could find a fabulous frock without having to drive over the Malahat or up to Nanaimo. In March 2010, Mary opened Paper Doll Formals as a one-stop formal wear boutique to cater to the needs of local women on the hunt for a gown. Now as Duncan’s one and only full-service bridal and formal wear boutique, Paper Doll Formals is carving out its very own niche here in the valley. Carrying brands like Tony Bowls, JS Group, Jasmine Bridal, and Forever Bridal, Paper Doll Formals offers an exceptional selection of gowns. With grade twelve graduation looming, finding the perfect prom dress is on every young girls mind. Although most women have probably chosen a dress by now, it’s not too late to find something fabulous for the big day if you haven’t quite found what you’re looking for. Paper Doll Formals also sells consignment formal gowns, many of which have never even been worn by their first owner. While new orders can’t be made in time for June, for a great deal and for something that likely won’t be see on anyone else, consignment is a great option. The best part about buying your dress from Paper Doll Formals is the perks that come along with your dress. Offering discounts on hair and flowers at other local businesses, you can easily cut down on the added costs of special events just by shopping at Paper Doll. With perks like these and with the ease of shopping locally, Paper Doll Formals is worth the visit. Located in the Schoolhouse Square by Treasured Memories Scrapbooking and Furniture One, be sure to visit this unique boutique the next time you need a fabulous gown. Open Monday-Saturday, appointments are recommended but walk-ins are always welcome. Fore more information visit Paperdollformals. com or checkout their Facebook page.

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Dr. James Cornell and staff are excited to welcome Dr. Dustin George to our dental practice commencing July 5, 2012. Dr. George graduated from the University of British Columbia in 2011. While at UBC, Dr. George participated in community clinics, local dental missions and at a hospital for sick children in Cambodia. After working his ﬁrst year in Whitehorse in a private practice with a broad clinical scope, he has decided to relocate to the beautiful Cowichan Valley. Dr. George offers his expertise in General and cosmetic Dentistry, Endontics, Oral Surgery and Pediatric Dentistry to our practice and patients.

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style of the month photo by Eliza Faulkner Name: Jane Spencer Age: 47 years old with lots of life left! Occupation: I work at Fabrications and am a hobby farmer. Passion: My family, my horses, dogs, and gardening. My style is best described as: English Country Today I am wearing: Hand-me-down jeans from my daughter, boots, and a peasant blouse. My favourite place to shop on the Island: The Cowichan Valley My favourite designer:Ralph Lauren The number one thing on my Spring shopping list is: Red wedge sandals To be stylish one must always: Show their passion for life in their stride and sass!

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utlooks Menswear in downtown Duncan offers the discerning men of Cowichan a fantastic variety of quality-made clothing. This spring, Outlooks is introducing a formal wear rental line out of Alberta just in time for the upcoming Graduation and Wedding Season. “Derk’s Formal Wear, out of Alberta, have been doing formal wear for many years and they really have the most current styles and options, which we are thrilled to able to offer our customers.” Says store owner Shae Clutesi. Additionally, Clutesi has one of the most experienced and talented Tuxedo consultants in the industry on staff. Miles Anderson,

who recently relocated to the island from Grande Prairie where he specialized in formal wear ﬁttings, is now helping to dress the men of the Cowichan Valley. “Renting formal clothing is a long standing tradition,” said Miles. “However, the last thing a man wants to do is look like he’s in a rental, and our goal is to ensure he doesn’t. The only way to do that is to start with a really nice product and make sure it ﬁts.” To view the tuxedos available, you can easily visit derksformals. com to choose from a variety of styles. After you’ve got an idea of what you’d like to wear, pop into Outlooks for Men to be measured up and have every other detail looked after by Shae or Miles. With over 20 years of experience in the business, and with a tasteful eye for mens fashion, Outlooks for Men will surely have you covered for any event – big or small. For fashion tips, tuxedo rentals, or to see what’s new in menswear, visit Shae or Miles at Outlooks for Men.

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y the way, did you hear: • Karen McClinchey recently sent us photographic evidence of Rotary Club of Duncan members Howard Goodridge, Jean Besier and Ray Bush applying oil to the timbers of the decking on the Cowichan Bay Estuary Interpretive Nature Centre on a sunny day in March. • The Chemainus Secondary School Concert Band travelled from Chemainus to Disneyland in California and performed on March 12. • Jake’s at the Lake, Liz and Lance Steward’s newest bistro adventure, is targeted for a June opening after renovations, and staff hiring and training in the former Dermod & Dudley’s Irish pub that closed last May in Lake Cowichan. • Local young Cowichan rockers The Royal Canadians are opening for star act Chilliwack during a May 11 gig at the Cowichan Theatre. • Cowichan Valley Hospice Society tells us Tranquillity Garden at Cowichan District Hospital is coming along nicely. Hospice extends its thanks to Canadian Tire for the donation of a lovely gazebo and is accepting donations in support of the garden. When ¿nished, this quiet area will provide a tranquil setting for palliative family members. • So, with the looming demise of the penny, we’re wondering if we should be changing the name of our annual Pennies For Presents charity

campaign. Belinda Wright, one of our great volunteers, suggests Change for a Cause. Or how about Change For Change, which gets support from Sheryl Munzar, Sandra High and Char Lafortune? Kurtis Wikkerink and Elise Pastro menwhile, suggest Coins for Christmas. • Volunteer Cowichan’s Nancetta Wagner, Growing Together’s Anthea Jordan, Allan Pollard of the Duncan Visitor Centre, Stephanie Williams of the Youth Caregivers Project, Doug Sanders of Chemainus Theatre Festival, Cowichan Intercultural Society member Philippa Woodcock, Cerwydden Care’s Eileen Peltier, Berniece Bruce and Karen Shilito and Patrick Haywood and the late Laura McEachern of Cowichan Independent Living all received Helping Hand awards at the recent Volunteer Fair. • Hayley Picard tells us a pair of Queen Margaret’s School Grade 6 students have been recognized in the Legion Remembrance Day Literary and Poster Contests. Lisa Keen’s poster took ¿rst place and Alexandra Johnston’s poem placed third. Exciting things happening for you, your friends or your family that you want to share with your community? Send us a quick email at editor@ cowichannewsleader.com. We’d love to spread the word.

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Valley people Name: Helen Martindale Occupation: optometrist Age: 57 Hometown: Victoria If you get a chance go see: Salmon Fishing Yemen Right now I am reading: A Village of Small Houses by Ian Ferguson I’m listening to: Willie Nelson At least once everyone should: tour the valley by bicycle Most people don’t know I: can speak Gaelic — pretty useless Proudest or happiest moment: there are a lot, but my son, Sean, is doing very well as an artist Biggest fear: heights If I was appointed queen of the valley I would: stop development in Cowichan — it’s beautiful Before I die: I want to travel, travel, travel Words I live by: don’t waste your life worrying Andrew Leong

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r. Seuss’ fantasy world full of insightful messages for all ages visits the Cowichan Theatre during Friday’s Seussical Jr., The Musical. Dozens of Mulberry Lane School of Music student actors are on deck for the musical that sees Horton the Elephant (Kalli King) on trial for having such an active imagination. The Seussical musical is a rather complex blend of many of Dr. Seuss’s most famous books, including Horton Hears A Who, and The Cat In the Hat. “Horton hears a sound on a speck of dust,” said narrator Cat In The Hat (MacKenzie Johnston), “and the others think he’s crazy.” Action takes place as a ‘think’ in the mind of Jojo (Rebekah Lewis) of Whoville. Lewis said her diva character and Gertrude McFuzz — Horton’s neighbour — help Horton defend himself in the court of bad guys

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Review: nothing subtle about this madcap fullon farce Peter W. Rusland

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f nonsensical British farce is your cup of tea, you’ll love Chemainus Theatre’s new production Noises Off. If not, you might walk out somewhere in the second act. Director Daryl Cloran’s extreme farce was that blackand-white in its impact during Friday’s opener. Viewers’ reactions were mixed. Some folks were dumbfounded at the silliness of playwright Michael Frayn’s mockery of theatrical egos. Others may have wet their seat with laughter. That’s why live art must be seen to be appreciated; everyone’s take is different. The script’s title is intended irony, since strict protocols of mufÀing backstage noise are eventually dropped to a dull roar. Action starts simply. Play director Lloyd Dallas (Simon Webb) coaxes rehearsal

focus from his distracted, dimwitted cast mounting a sex comedy. But life imitates art run amok in this exhausting play within a play, within a play. The plot sees housekeeper Dotty Otley (Janet Michael) maintaining a manor home owned by yuppie snobs Frederick Fellowes (Leon Willey) and Belinda Blair (Anita Wittenberg). Realtor Garry Lejeune (Kirk Smith) thinks the owners are in Spain, so he brings blond girlfriend Brooke Ashton (Lindsey Angell) back to the plush pad for a champagne-fueled romp. But Àubbed lines, technical glitches, and inane questions annoy Dallas. So does lush actor Selsdon Mowbray (Christopher Weddell) who’s replaced by electrician Tim Allgood (Andrew Cownden) as the play’s bumbling burglar. Assistant Poppy Norton-Taylor (Robyn Wallis) does her highstrung best to stay calm as high jinks begin, fueled by the cast’s petty grudges and back biting. Fawlty Towers’ devices we’ve seen before — slamming doors, sexcapades, and even a plate of innocent sardines — descend to

theatre of the near-absurd by act three. That’s what farce does, and this one’s a masterpiece. But is it funny? That depends on your sense of humour. There’s no straight man here to produce traditional comedy— this is well-acted, physical farce packed with pratfalls, puns, muffed cues, great timing (Fellowes hopping up stairs with trousers around his ankles takes talent) and swapped props. Viewers were walloped on the head with Frayn’s sledge hammer. Cloran’s synchronized cast used Ross Nichol’s brilliant, doubledeck set that swivels to show us front- and backstage. Scene two displayed sensational mime work as actors quarrel backstage during a live performance of what we’ve watched in scene one. For some, Noises Off will be Monty Python on steroids. Others may feel they’ve seen it in cartoons, or The Three Stooges. Either way, Noises Off soldiered cleverly on, leaving laughter cramps — and shaking heads. Noises Off runs until June 2. Farce rating: 9 hammers out of 10.

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Janet Michael is Dotty Oxley in Chemainus Theatre’s madcap Fawlty Towers-style farce Noises Off.

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Imagine That! is going Japanese for the month of May. The enamel work of John Agg and Margot Page is being featured at the downtown artists co-op along with the kimono work of Sandra Greenaway until May 26. Part proceeds from Page’s work will be donated to ongoing earthquake relief projects. Imagine That! is at 251 Craig St. Admission is free. Call 250-748-6776 for information.

May is a month with a decided transportation bent for art fans at the Cowichan Theatre. From Horses to Cars, a mixed media art show by Chemainus artist Christine Allan is available for public viewing free of charge prior to theatre shows from May 5 until June 4. Viewings can also be scheduled by appointment. For more information call 250-246-2910.

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Bailey Callihoo plays a 15-year-old Harry, and Harry’s son Drew, while Lindsay Anderson does double-duty as Harry’s mom and his ex-wife. prise,” the veteran Kaatza member said. “There are unbearable moments of truth and honesty and characters bring you back with the humour.” Foster also writes male characters well “so from a women’s perspective it gives awesome insight into the male psyche and their methods of communication,” she said. Foster (Ned Durango, The Melville Boys) also allows audiences to ¿ll in the blanks, she noted. “It’s so much about what’s not said — the humour’s in knowing these characters.”

The hardest of her two roles is that of Harry’s alcoholic mom. “Doing it improperly takes the audience out of the moment. I’ve never played a drunk before,” Anderson added. Messages are also pulled from Fences’ fatherson dynamic. “It’s about pride and how we allow things to get into the way of a relationship; you’ve got to step out of your comfort zone,” Anderson said. Noted Callihoo: “Never give up, no matter how

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Chris Gale helps Louise Strand-Russell with a daffodil pin at the Canadian Cancer Society Cowichan Unit ofÄce. Community supporters sported daffodil pins on Daffodil Day on Friday, April 27 and again at the Canadian Cancer Society booth at the Spring Home Show from April 27 to 29.

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Duncan Mayor Phil Kent afÄxes the Bronze Pin onto cadet Felix Grosse, who was presented the Bronze Standard of The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, a Ärst for Cowichan, during the St. John Ambulance annual general meeting on Tuesday, April 24. Looking on is Suzanne Anderson, area cadet ofÄcer for Vancouver Island.

Your Cowichan Valley events calendar Wednesday Heather Society Lecture: avid gardeners Barb Kohlman and Elaine Scott speak about landscape design in our acid soils using heathers and interesting companion plants, 7 to 8:55 p.m., St. Peter’s Anglican Church, Church St. Duncan. Cost $5 non members. Call 250-597-1558 for information. Bike To Work Week Launch: assemble at Beverly Corners at 3:30 p.m. for ride to Duncan city square. Launch starts at 4 p.m. to promote the week of May 28 as Bike to Work Week. For info email info@cyclecowichan.ca www.cyclecowichan. ca. QMS Arts & Culture Salon: join QMS students in a colourful celebration of art and culture from around the world! Enjoy themed booths, art from our K-Grade 8 program and interactive displays, 6 to 8 p.m. Queen Margaret’s School, 660 Brownsey Ave. Free. Call 250746-4185 for information. Cowichan Agricultural Society meets the ﬁrst Wednesday of every month at CAS’s headquarters, at 5855 Clements Street at 7 p.m. To learn more about the Cowichan Agricultural Society and future events, check out CAS’s website: cowichanfarmers.org.

Thursday Vintage Hatmaking Workshop: Ilona Marshall, hat-maker extraordinaire from Vancouver, will give ideas and assistance on decorating a vintage/garden hat or making a fascinating head piece, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., St. John’s Anglican Church, 3295 Cobble Hill Rd. Call 250-743-5456 for information. Please bring an existing hat to decorate, silk ﬂowers, lace, rib-

bon, bits of beading, etc. Some supplies on hand, glue gun, scissors and a brown bag lunch Allan Gerber: all the musical colours the blues-funk has in its paint box from a sensitive, intelligent lyricist to help contribute to The Land Conservancy’s remaining $380,000 commitment for the Sansum Point Marine Park, 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 330 Duncan Street. Tickets are $20 suggested donation. Call 250-748-7246. Strengthening Families Together: A 10-week program for families (this includes parents, spouses, adult siblings, adult children, friends and signiﬁcant others) of persons with depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or obsessivecompulsive disorder, 7 p.m. Duncan Mental Health Building, Gibbins Rd. No charge. Call 250-597-1718. Class size limited to 20 and registration is required. Bratz Unplugged: Musical brothers Todd and Jeff Smiley play rock and folk-blues favourites Thursdays at 8 p.m. in the Cobblestone Pub, downtown Cobble Hill. No cover. Thursday Farmers Market: the afternoon, after-work local market in south Cowichan, 2 to 7 pm., in the ﬁeld, Cobble Hill Hall, 3550 Watson Ave. in Cobble Hill Village. Info at thursdayfarmersmarket@ yahoo.ca, or 250-510-8343. The Devan Bailey Quartet: plays jazz at the Bay Pub In Cowichan Bay 5:30 to 9 p.m. every Thursday. No cover.

Friday Alex Vissia: entrenched in the roots of rock and country, but with a more sophisticated lyrical lean, 8 p.m., Duncan

Garage Showroom, 330 Duncan Street. Tickets are $12 advance, $15 door. Call 250748-7246. Eugene Smith: a Cowichanbased venerable icon of the Canadian music industry, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Noodles of the

World, 161 Station St. Duncan. No cover. Call 250-597-0313. Earth Medicine: an agricultural workshop with Dennis Klocek. Put your human spirit in touch with the spirit of the Earth, 7:30 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at Alderlea

Mae Moore: her musical soul share in such a perfect way to become or remain enthralled with this gentle spirit, 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 330 Duncan Street. Tickets are $20 advance, $25 door. Call 250-748-7246. Junk in Your Trunk: book a spot for $25 or shop at all the vendors while helpiing students savefor their September Missions Trip to Mexico, 8 a.m. to 2, Duncan Christian School, 495 Beech Ave. Call 250-7463654 for information.

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WAINMAN, Elizabeth (Beth) Marion Campbell

passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 24th, 2012 at the Cowichan District hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on September 23, 1958 in North Bay Ontario to her parents Bill and Olive (Campbell)Wainman. Predeceased by her sister Marge, Beth is survived by her partner Kenny, daughters Seanna and Chantal, granddaughter Riley, sister Heather, brother Doug and numerous loving nieces and nephews. Beth was a strong, wise, beautiful, and compassionate woman who had an infectious zest for life. She loved nature, painting and all things creative and wouldn’t hesitate to dance to a tune or sing to a song. Beth’s girls were her ﬁrst priority in life and she gave all of herself to herself to her partner Kenny. Her beloved dogs, Scrappy and Zoey also held a special place in her heart. Beth’s family will be holding a celebration of life at the Eagles Hall, off Boys Road, Duncan on May 5th, 2012 from 2-5pm. All are welcome to attend. Please do not feel obligated to wear black to his event as we are celebrating Beth’s life and we all know what a bright personality she had. In lieu of ﬂowers, we ask that you please donate to the Canadian Cancer Society.

There will be no service at Art's request. In lieu of ﬂowers may we suggest donations to Salt Spring Island Conservancy, P.O. Box 722, Ganges, Salt Spring Island, B.C. V8K 2W3, or a charity of your choice. Art and his family have been deeply grateful for the exceptional kindness and dedication of the staff at Lady Minto Hospital and for many years of care by Dr. Jan MacPhail. We are indebted to the staff and residents of Meadowbrook for their warm welcome and support, and to the wonderful friends and home care who have done so much for him over the years. A celebration of Art's life will be held at Meadowbrook, 121 Atkins Road, Ganges at 2pm on Saturday May 26th, 2012.

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Born in Vancouver, BC on November 27, 1921, Phyllis left this world from her home in Cowichan Bay at the changing of the tide, April 6, 2012 with her family at her side. Phyllis grew up in North Vancouver at a time when a trip to downtown Vancouver was an adventure involving riding on street cars and crossing Burrard Inlet by ferry – well before the construction of the Lions Gate Bridge. As a teen, Phyllis made regular summer trips to Cobble Hill on Vancouver Island to visit her grandparents, aunt, uncle and cousins. It was during one of those visits that she met the love of her life, Norman, at a dance at Cobble Hill hall. Phyllis and Norman were married in 1942 and began the largest part of their life’s journey, raising eight children together. Phyllis was a loving, compassionate and generous person with a never ending sense of humor and patience. Laughter was a huge part of family life. Her home was always open and everyone was welcomed; groups of teenagers after school, exchange students, traveling artists, musicians, and refugees – all of whom arrived as strangers yet left feeling as though they were members of her family. Phyllis was dedicated to and active in her community. As a young woman she was a Girl Guide and Ranger and continued her contributions as a leader and a district commissioner. She was involved in the PTA at Somenos and Bench schools, and was an elected trustee of the Cowichan Valley School District for many years. She was a member of the Somenos Community Association, the Cowichan Valley Historical Society, the Cowichan Estuary Preservation Society, and was a lifetime member of the CCF/NDP, just to name a few. She and Norm were among the founders of the Cowichan Intercultural Society that over 30 years later, continues to enrich the lives of those near and far. Phyllis loved to garden and submitted many entries in the Cobble Hill Fall Fair and Cowichan Exhibition, winning awards, especially for her ﬂower arrangements. An enthusiastic supporter of Arts and Culture, she regularly attended the Palm Court Orchestra, and volunteered for the Cowichan Folk Guild billeting performers from around the world. In her later years she enjoyed the company of the local “Red Hat Ladies – Sassy Seasiders” and loyally participated in Lillian’s weekly yoga class, where she will be dearly missed. Phyllis is survived by all eight of her children, Gerry (Lynne), Larry (Mary), Jim (Anne), Fred (Marie), Nancy (Garry), Bill (daughter Chelsea), Marion (Rick), Christine (Aaron), 15 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. The family would like to acknowledge the thoughtful and compassionate care provided by Dr. Graham Blackburn, the VIHA Home Nursing team and Heath Care Assistants Kathy and Bette, whose respect for “quality of life” made Phyllis’s passage as comfortable as possible. Please join us for a Celebration of Phyllis’ life and share some of your memories with us on Saturday, May 5th, 12 noon at Sands Chapel and Reception Centre, 187 Trunk Rd, Duncan BC. In honour of Phyllis and her work with the Cowichan Intercultural Society, we ask that in lieu of ﬂowers, you consider a Memorial Gift to the Phyllis Bomford Memorial Fund, Cowichan Intercultural Society, 205 – 394 Duncan Street, Duncan, BC V9L 3W4 BC. Condolences may be shared online at www.sandsfuneral.com

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MORTON, Fred Arthur. Following a brief illness Art died peacefully with his family and friends beside him in Lady Minto Hospital, Salt Spring Island, B.C., on April 21st, 2012. Art was born May 9th, 1920 in Rock Bay Hospital, near Sayward, B.C.

Joan Mary MacDowell Born at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Victoria, BC on May 29, 1925; Joan passed away peacefully on April 24, 2012, after devoting her life to helping others. Joan was the fourth of eight children born to Robert H. L. MacDowell (Dublin, Ireland) and Nellie Munn MacDowell (Lancashire, England). Joan attended elementary school in Nanaimo and Crofton before graduating in 1943 from Ladysmith High School. She went on to fulfill her passion for giving and caring by attending St. Joseph’s Hospital of Nursing, where she graduated with honours in 1950. She was recognized for Efficiency in Pediatrics. Joan was recognized for her career as a nurse at King’s Daughters Hospital and as Head Nurse of the Cowichan District Hospital Children’s Ward. A status she held for over 30 years. In September, 1979 she received the British Columbia “Year of the Child & Family” citation for the innovative program she developed at the Cowichan District Hospital, where parents/caregivers were encouraged to visit anytime during the day or night, and for her work with social workers and foster parents to support children. She was devoted to her work and known to work double shifts so that nursing staff could spend special times with their families. Joan retired in the spring of 1985. Joan was highly regarded in the community. She supported many community events, gave generously to the SPCA and Guelph University Veterinarian Research, as well as volunteering as a Boy Scout Leader. She loved to garden and is recognized as having one of the most beautiful gardens in the Cowichan Valley. There is no place more peaceful and colourful than Joan’s garden in the spring. Family and friends were also very fortunate that Joan was a fabulous knitter, making everyone special gifts. This is also a talent she taught patiently to many young relatives. There are fond memories of years of blackberry picking and jam making. Joan loved to spend her time with family and friends. Joan is predeceased by her parents, Robert Hugh Leonard (Leo) MacDowell and Nellie Munn MacDowell; her siblings, Nellie Doreen Milmore, Norah Ada Primeau, Ann Elizabeth Munn Patterson, Michael William MacDowell and John Hugh David MacDowell; her brothers-in-law, Douglas Bute Stewart and John George (Jack) Milmore; her niece, Elizabeth Ann (Stewart) Hoibak; her nephews, Stephen John MacDowell and Robin Ira Lawrence (Gopher) MacDowell. Joan is survived by her siblings, Maire Frances Elizabeth Stewart and Robin Patrick MacDowell (Kathy Rolls); her inlaws Laurie Primeau, Donald Patterson and Barbara (Milne) MacDowell; 22 nieces and nephews, 45 great-nieces and nephews, and 4 great-great nieces and nephews. The family would like to express sincere gratitude to the staff at Cairnsmore Place, Chemainus Health Care Society and Hillary for their compassionate care and respect for quality of life given to Joan before her passing. Please join the family in Joan’s Garden for tea on Saturday, May 12 at 1 pm to celebrate and share memories of her wonderful life. In lieu of flowers, we ask that you consider making a donation in Joan’s memory to Cowichan District Hospital Children’s Ward or a charity of your choice. Condolences may be shared online at www.sandsfuneral.com SANDS of DUNCAN 250-746-5212

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MCAULAY, Alexander James Jan. 10th, 1925 - Apr. 26th, 2012 Dad passed away peacefully at Chemainus Health Care Center on April 26th, 2012 with his family at his side. Dad was born on “a cold January morning” in Cassidy, BC to mother Annie and father John. Dad’s mother never let him forget it was a cold morning. Dad grew up in Cassidy and moved to Cumberland at the age of 13 with his parents. He lasted two weeks, hopped on his bike and rode back to Cassidy. Dad joined the Army and was shipped overseas with the Canadian Scottish, Third Division- Artillery. He served with the occupational Forces in Holland and Belgium. When Dad came home from overseas he met and married Shirley Irene Trafton from North Vancouver. Mom and Dad were married for 56 years until mom passed away in October 2005. Dad worked at Chemainus Sawmill, Longshoring at Comox Logging and Railway and ﬁnally settled in to McMillian Bloedel at Copper Canyon and Nanaimo River for 39 and a half years until his retirement. Dad has been a member of the Ladysmith Eagles for over 65 years. He was a also member of Chemainus Kinsmen, Rod and Gun and Legion. Dad was predeceased by his parents Annie and John, his brother Bill, and sister Alice Conti(Joe)and by mom. He is survived by sons Norman(Sheila), Gordon(Deanne). Grandchildren Dan(Adele), Leia, Ron(Jenna) and Chelsea. Great grandchildren Christopher, Riley, Nolan and Nathan. The family would like to extend their appreciation to the doctors and nurses and the staff at the Chemainus Health Care Center for a fabulous job looking after dad. If wishing donations can be made to the Chemainus Health Care Foundation, on the “memo” line, please indicate, “for the use at Chemainus Health Care Centre”. Duncan, B.C. FIRST MEMORIAL FUNERAL SERVICES

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HELP WANTED P/T Evening Receptionist- 4 evenings and Friday day shift (20+ hours). Medical ofﬁce experience an asset. This a hands-on, multi-tasking position in a very busy physiotherapy ofﬁce. Required skillstyping, managing phones, handling cash, and competency with computers a must; as well as other tasks to be performed during each work shift. Applicants must be able to work independently, yet to be a team player. Flexibility to cover day shift and holidays an asset. Respond to File # 978 c/o News Leader Pictorial, #2-5380 TCH, Duncan, BC V9L 6W4.

is looking for Seasonal Production Assemblers for their Truss and Wall plants. Under the direct supervision of the Production Supervisor, they will be responsible for building roof truss and wall assemblies. CSA Approved footwear and High School diploma or (GED) required. Previous experience in carpentry/framing preferred but will train the right candidates. Preference will be given to students returning to post secondary education in the fall or winter. To apply or for more information email: drayson.akhurst@ pacificbuilding systems.com http://pacifichomes.net http://pacifictruss.net No phone calls please! CONCRETE FINISHERS and Form Setters. Edmonton based company seeks experienced concrete finishers and form setters for work in Edmonton and northern Alberta. Subsistence and accommodations provided for out of town work; Cell 780-660-8130. Fax 780-444-7103. john@raidersconcrete.com. CONCRETE Pump Operator required in Salmon Arm area. Must have experience Call Pete (1-250)833-5722 JOURNEYMAN TECHNICIAN required immediately for Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep dealership in Salmon Arm, BC. Proven producer, good attitude, quality workmanship a must. Excellent wage and benefit package. Contact Pat - phone 250-832-8053, fax 250-8324545, email: pat@brabymotors.com. LINE COOK required for the Oak & Carriage Pub. Minimum at least 3 years experience. Call Gerry or Kris at 250-746-4144 for interview.

LOT PERSON, part time. Must have experience. Mature individual required. Capable of working with minimal supervision. Fax (250) 746-0329 bpopovich@duncanhyundai.ca or in person to Brent Popovich

SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES Panorama Mountain Village is looking to ﬁll a variety of summer positions. To see full job descriptions and apply go to www.panoramaresort.com/ employment

HELP WANTED

PACIFIC ENERGY Production Workers Pacific Energy, a leading manufacturer of quality wood and gas stoves, has immediate openings for production metal workers. Competitive wage rates, a comprehensive benefits program fully paid by the company are all reasons to consider a career at Pacific Energy. Please deliver your resume in person to

2975 Allenby Rd., Duncan to the attention of Chuck Richardson or come in and ﬁll out an application form. P/T BARTENDER Req’d Maple Bay Yacht Club is seeking a mature, perm. P/T bartender. Exp. req’d. Apply in person with resume M-F, 10am - 3pm. 6337 Genoa Bay Rd. TAXI DRIVER, permanent p/tf/t night shift drivers. Need class 4 and chauffer’s permit. Fax resume & drivers abstract to 250-746-4987

MEDICAL/DENTAL Position vacancy RN Status: Casual Commencement date: Immediately

Deliver the News Leader Pictorial on Wednesdays & Fridays AND SHAPE UP PERMANENT CARRIERS REQUIRED ON THE FOLLOWING ROUTES: CHEMAINUS 455902 – Cochrane, Maxwell, Robertson, Victoria (38 papers) 455952 – Chapman, McKay, Victoria (31 papers) 456202 – Oak, Cedar, Fir (107 papers) COWICHAN BAY 253502 – Botwood, 1659-1846 Cowichan Bay Rd, Wessex (71 papers) DUNCAN 104505 – Brandt, Bright, Cormorant, Glenora (48 papers) 104520 – Hykawy, Koksilah, Phillips, Sunrise (88 papers) SHAWNIGAN LAKE 354250 – Evergreen, Gregory, Hunter, Lampman, MacDonald, MacFarlane (83 papers)

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Mature PT sales assoc. needed for lady’s wear store in Chemainus. As we design and make all our own clothes, a basic background in sewing is helpful but not necessary as we will train the right person. Please reply to degagefashions@shawbiz.ca or to Box 88 Chemainus BC V0R 1K0 Newcastle Timber Ltd Has vacancies in the following job: experienced Grapple Yarder Operator. Details can be seen at http://hdlogging.com/ Fax resume to 250-287-9259

CALL LARA NOW 250-746-4471 Extension 224

Qualiﬁcations: graduate of an accredited nursing program and current registration with College of Registered Nurses British Columbia. Minimum 2 years experience geriatrics, caring for residents with dementia. Day and Hours of work: Mon-Sun, 10AM-4PM Please email resume to: jmaw@acaciatymawr.com

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TRADES, TECHNICAL AUTOMOTIVE Technician Required for North Vancouver Island GM Dealer. Full time. Wage Beneﬁts pkg. Competitive wage with bonus plan. Great small town to bring up a family. email resume to admin@klassengm.com

INDEPENDANT AUTOMOTIVE repair shop is looking for a fully licensed automotive tech. Must be experienced in domestic, import and european vehicles 250-248-9679 or mdauto@shaw.ca

VOLUNTEERS Do you ever ask yourself How can _ I _ make a difference? Contact us, and together we can plant the seeds of change, because Volunteers Grow Community. 250-748-2133 www.volunteercowichan.bc.ca

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HELP WANTED

AUTOMOTIVE SALESPERSON

Are you a self-motivated individual looking for a rewarding career? We are family based company looking to expand our sales team. We offer excellent compensation for top performers. Take control of your income potential by providing excellent customer service. We provide an excellent working environment and award winning top of the line product. Will to train the right individual. Apply in person to Brent Popovich 2801 Roberts Rd., Duncan HELP WANTED

Wednesday, May 2, 2012

HELP WANTED

IMMEDIATE OPENING

Join our team at a busy & growing year-round market.

SENIOR PRODUCE CLERK

We are looking for a senior produce clerk who will: • Provide great customer service • Order, receive, trim, wash, prepare & package produce & other fresh products • Stock, rotate & maintain attractive displays • Demonstrate leadership and the ability to motivate others The right applicant will have: • Previous produce experience or similar • Experience ordering & buying • The ability to safely lift 50+ lbs, work in an indoor/outdoor environment with extreme temperature changes • Strong communication skills both verbal & written Salary commensurate with experience and includes extended health/dental beneﬁts & staff discount. Great opportunity for advancement. If you have the experience, skills & ability to succeed in this position please send a resume to:

email: jobpostingresumes@yahoo.ca or File "A976", c/o The News Leader Pictorial, #2-5380 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan, BC, V9L 6W4

WORK WANTED

PERSONAL SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

RENTALS

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APARTMENT/CONDO

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DUNCAN: 1 & 2-bdrm, 5 appls, close to School, Hospital and bus route. $650-$800 utils. Lv msg: 250-597-4018.

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PART-TIME GARDENER Must have some gardening experience. Light duty gardening, ﬂexible hours. May to October. Apply in person to Brent Popovich 2801 Roberts Rd., Duncan VOLUNTEERS

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DUNCAN, 5814 Banks Rd., (just past the Hospital), Sat, May 5th, 9am-3pm. Huge Yard Sale!! This is a Fundraiser Event for students at Island Oak High School. Tools, furniture, toys, electronics, home accessories and much more! DUNCAN: Sat., May 5, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., 6207 Lane Road. Household items, children’s items/clothing and lots of brandname womens clothing Duncan: Shabby Chic Shed Sale! Lots of vintage - lamps, furniture, linens, stuff. #10202885 Boys Rd, May 5, 8-1. Mill Bay: 650 Butterﬁeld Rd, Sat, May 5, 8-3pm. Guys table: Many ball caps, 1983 Cougar (1 owner) ride on lawn mower, electronics, years of accumulation. No early birds.

To the lady that bought expresso maker at Senior’s Centre, call Fran (250)748-6308

ONE STOP shopping, get a million different products here. High quality, 20% less than Walmart, vitamins, health, nutrition, cosmetics, jewelry, cleaners, soaps, shampoos, guaranteed; tonyspacil.ca. 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

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WANTED TO buy oil painting by Louis Springett. Call Grandson at (250)248-4818

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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 BUY HOUSES

FURNITURE Hampton Cocoa Futon with armrests, thick foam mattress, like new. $175. 250-716-6772.

JEWELS, FURS BUY, SELL, Watches, Estate Jewellery, Gold, Diamonds, Repairs, Custom designs. St. Thomas Gold & Silver, 895 Fort Street, Victoria, 250-3807698.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 10 piece dining set w/buffet, hutch, country oak, 6 chairs with upholstered seats. Gorgeous, must see. $1500. Also, concrete cinder blocks, 230. $1.25/ea (250)743-9273

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MOBILE HOMES & PARKS BEAUTIFUL OCEAN view mobile home in quiet 55+ Edgewater Terrace located in Cowichan Bay. 3 bdrms, 1.5 bath, nicely updated throughout, incl. windows, furnace, etc. $84,900. (250) 597-7847

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO

DUNCAN 1 bdrm suites Close to Beverly Corners, 4 blks to University, on bus route. Updated; new ﬂooring, new paint & some new ﬁxtures. $625. Heat/hot water included. NS/NP. Refs.

(250)748-3729 DUNCAN, 2 bdrm, 2 full baths, 5 appl’s, balcony, 1 small pet allowed, Available May 1st. $850/mo. (250)743-1145 DUNCAN: 2 bdrm, stand alone apt, 1400 sq.ft., 5 appl’s, walking dist to town. NS/NP. $1000 + util’s. 250-746-9570. DUNCAN- bright, 1150sqft, 2 bdrm, 5 appls, N/P. Reno’d, lrg deck. $875. 250-743-9555. DUNCAN, COZY, self contained private, furn’d sleeper suite. Lndry avail, utils incl’d, N/S, N/P, $395. 250-597-3756 DUNCAN, DOWNTOWN: Lrg 2 bdrm level entry suite, parking, heat & hot water incld’d. $800/mo. Ref’s. 250-246-1457

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To view call 250-748-3321 LAKE COWICHAN- 2 bdrm suite, pets ok, large yard, parking, on bus route, laundry. $560. (Immed). 250-210-0756. Large 1 bdrm apt, heat incl. NS/NP, no partiers, would suit mature single person. $575/m + DD, P/U application @ 5209 TCH, Tues-Thurs.

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.

LOVELY 1 & 2-BDRM suites, Central Duncan, seniors oriented bldg, heat included, N/S, N/P. Please call Art at 250-746-7241.

Volunteer Player Assistants

Join the best team in golf & enjoy the many perks including complimentary golf! Contact: Head Golf Professional, Richard Ingle ringle@golfbc.com or 250-743-5100 (37) SALES

DUNCAN, 1 bd condo N/S, 5 appl’s, $650 + util. Ref’s. Avail now. 250-246-4677, 732-0808.

MAPLE GROVE APTS. 3271 Cowichan Lake Rd 2 & 3 Bedroom Units _____________________

*Heat & Hot water included *Family oriented *Clean & quiet *Renovated units *Indoor Pets welcome *Onsite Laundry Facilities

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Wescon Doors

1 Bdrm TOP FLOOR Adult oriented, near Cowichan Aquatic Centre. 1 bdrm now $675 2 bdrm, May 1 $755 Rent includes Heat & Hot Water.

In-House Sales Representative

Wescon Doors has an immediate opening for an in-house sales representative. We are looking for a team player who is ﬂexible and enthusiastic. Must have a keen eye for detail, strong computer and phone skills, and willingness to learn. Customer relations skills and previous experience in sales and the building trade an asset. Monday to Friday, some Saturdays. Competitive wages and beneﬁts. Apply in-person at 5120 Polkey Road, Duncan Fax: 250-748-5815 E-mail: info@wescondoors.com

(250) 748-1304

CLEAN FILL available. Contact Superior Excavating. (250)715-0454. DIY STEEL Building deals! Many sizes and models. Make an offer on clearance buildings today and save thousands of dollars. Free brochure - 1-800668-5111 ext. 170. HERITAGE PAWN BARGAINS!! Senior’s power scooters, NAD stereo system, lawnmowers, motorcycle saddlebags, pressure washers, guitars, amps, diamond rings. 430 Whistler. 250-746-9810. heritagepawnbrokers.com LADIES RH Titanium golf set, bag, cart, travel cover, ex. cond. $175. (250)743-7090

2-BDRM CONDO, Hospital area, ground floor. June 1st. $750. (250)704-1251. $500/MO STARTING- weekly available, many apartment types, furnished, w/common kitchen. All utils, internet included. FREE local calls, No Credit Checks. Call Motel, 250-748-0661, (Duncan). CENTRAL LOCATION, Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrms, balcony, F/S, hot water, parking, pet considered, $525$850/mo. Call 250-748-7764. CHEMAINUS: 55+ Senior building, 1 floor walk-up, 1 bdrm. N/P N/S. $515.00/mo. Avail. now. (250)246-4221 CLEAN 2-BDRM condo, walking distance to town. In quiet 19+ bldg. 5 appl’s, fireplace, N/S, N/P. Avail June 1st. $875./mo. Call 250-710-0881.

Call (250) 710-7515 to view ROYAL ALEXANDER APARTMENTS Renovated 1 Bedrooms Quiet, secure & newly renovated. Overlooks lovely gardens. Seniors Welcome! 2575 Alexander St, Duncan

250-746-6442. SHAUGHNESSY GARDENS 3251 Cowichan Lake Rd. Clean 1 and 2 bdrm units. Full size fridge, stove & dishwasher. Carpet & linoleum, window coverings, ﬁreplace. Quiet, well maintained bldg with elevator & sauna. Close to Schools & Hospitals. To view call Dorcas (250)710-7515 250-748-3412

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL AVAILABLE NOW 7000 sq.ft. store front with excellent exposure, overhead doors, ample parking. 250-748-9622

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Wednesday, May 2, 2012

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RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

HOMES FOR RENT

SUITES, LOWER

SUITES, UPPER

AUTO FINANCING

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

FOR LEASE: Commercial property, prime location, seven bay building, main room 90’x30’ plus 5 other rooms/ofﬁces (suitable for rental as business in a business), coffee/snack area in front. Potential is endless! Under $10/sq.ft. Approx. 4000 sqft. Highway exposure! Lots of parking! Avail now. 250-732-3224

CHERRY PT. 1 1/2 bdm overlooking Satelite Channel. Senior oriented area. N/S. N/P. $975 util incl. (250)743-2370

MILL BAY- lrg 2 bdrm, ocean view, all appls, F/P, quiet, modern on 1/2 acre. Must be very clean. NS/NP, no drugs. $1100+ shared utils. Avail May 1. Call 250-929-3601.

DUNCAN, 2 bdrm, hydro incl. $850/mo. Close to hospital. Ref’s. N/P. May 1st. Call Orlan (250)715-5289 or Dave after 4 pm (250)743-8287 LAKE COWICHAN- 1 bdrm, hydro, cable, wi-ﬁ incld, W/D. NP/NS. $650. (250)749-3258. LK Cowichan. Bright clean 2 bdrm suite. Available Immediately. Close to river/trails. Features: new paint/carpet, covered patio, lrg liv rm, woodstove, washer/dryer, pet ok with pet deposit. $700/month hydro INCLUDED 1-604-848-1360 MAY 1st, close to hospital, bus. 1 Bdrm, entry level suite, own entrance, heat, hydro incl. N/P, N/S. $680/mo. Steve 250-701-1299 voice or text MILL BAY, 1/2 block from Thrifty’s, 1 bdrm, level entry, F/S & W/D, $750/m incl’s basic cable & hydro, Avail Apr 1st. 250-743-9828, 250-710-0653 SAHTLAM, 10 min to town, 1 bdrm + den on acreage. Carport, f/p, Newly reno’d. N/S, Pet considered. $700 incl util. Avail now. (250)748-8764 SHAWNIGAN/COBBLE Hill. Lrg 1 bdrm + den, lrg bathtub, large yard, quiet neighbourhood, all utils incl’d, $750 mo. Avail immed. (250)514-2024. SHAWNIGAN LAKE 1 bdrm, close to Village. All inclusive. $750. NS, NP. (250)743-4546 SHAWNIGAN LAKE 1 BDRM GROUND FLOOR SUITE. All util. incl., FREE WiFi & HDTV. On quiet cul-de-sac. Walk to Village. Private Deck. Sunny Garden View. No smoking, parties or pets. Max 2 occupants. $675/mo. Avail. May 1st. 250-743-6754

DUNCAN, BRIGHT 2 bdrm, 900 sq ft, upper suite w/ private entrance, f/s, d/w, w/d, large deck in country setting, refs req, N/S, N/P, $1080 mo incls hydro. Avail immed. Call 250-715-7412.

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SCRAP BATTERIES Wanted We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 & up each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Toll Free 1.877.334.2288.

COTTAGES 1 BDRM cottage on a farm near Duncan. W/D, F/S & Hydro incl, $850, June 1. 250715-0737 or 250-709-1588 SHAWNIGAN VILLAGE, 1 bdrm, newly reno’d, util’s internet & cable incl’d, avail immed. $700/mo. Call (250)701-5328.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES 2 BEDROOM Duplex, Beach Drive, Chemainus. W/D, HW ﬂoors, Ocean views, Pet ok. Jun 1st. 250-516-2527, shawn.sig@shaw.ca CROFTON, DUPLEX, 3 bdrm, 4 appls, fenced backyard, close to school, playground and ferry, N/S, N/P. Avail June. 1, $875 mo. Call 250-510-2045. DUNCAN, 2.5 bdrm duplex with locking garage, W/D, F/S, D/W. Avail immed, $1075 mo all utils incl’d, 250-701-1965. DUNCAN 2 bdrm duplex, near hospital, new ﬂooring & paint, $900 mo incls utils. Avail immed. Call 250-537-4319. LAKE COWICHAN- reno’d 2 bdrm, sxs duplex, F/S, quiet rural setting. NS/NP. $650 + utils. Call 250-749-4061.

MOBILE HOMES & PADS

COBBLE HILL (very private, near Mill Bay), charming spacious 2 bdrm, 1 bath home, 4 appl, wood/elec heat, NS/NP, 1/2 acre, yard maint incl. Refs. $1150+util. 250-701-2400 COBBLE HILL VILLAGE 3bd/ 2ba upper level of house. Bright, clean, spacious. Lg kitchen F/S/DW. Lots of storage. Pets neg. NS. May 1st. $1195+2/3 hydro. (250)8888725 COUNTRY CHARM (Cobble Hill)- 3 bdrms, 2 bath. $1350+utils. N/S, pets? (250)598-0624 (250)701-8776.

OFFICE/RETAIL DOWNTOWN DUNCAN 2500 sq.ft. 6 separate ofﬁces, reception, conference area & kitchen, 2nd ﬂoor, AC,. $1175/mo. 604-820-8929. DUNCAN: OFFICE space for lease, highway exposure, A/C, ample parking. (250)746-5657 or 250-748-8671

COWICHAN Station. 3 Bdrm, 1 bath Colonial on acreage with view. F/S, W/D, Wood/Electric. May 1. $1250. 715-0882

DUNCAN, downtown 950 sq.ft. ground floor, completely reno’d, office, retail, or consulting. Reception area, 3 offices. Avail now. 604-820-8929

DUNCAN, 2 bdrm in town, 173 McKinstry Pl., 100% reno’d, everything NEW incl 4 appl’s! Gas FP, blinds. Deck, patio, carport, shed. NS,NP. Year lease. $1200. (250)748-2424 DUNCAN, 3 bdrm, close to new Mall. Large yard. Avail now. Ref’s. $1100. 748-9909

PASTURE APPROX 3 fenced acres & barn for rent south of Duncan. (250)748-8818

SHARED ACCOMMODATION

DUNCAN, 5 bdrm, 3 bath family home, 5 appl’s, gas fp. Private setting close to Cowichan Commons. Ref’s req. $1,300 mo. (250)748-2901

FEMALE TO SHARE centrally located home, (10 min to VIU), 1 furn. bdrm, WD, internet, cable, $400. 250-748-9104

DUNCAN, NEAR hospital, on bus route. 14 X 70, 2 bdrm mobile home in quiet adult park, pets OK. $850 mo. Signing bonus. Call (250)246-8318

SUITES, LOWER

LADYSMITH 3 bdrm, 2 storey home, small yard, NS/NP, D/W, $895 mo. Avail April. 15. Call 1-250-248-4816.

HOMES FOR RENT

LIKE NEW 2-bdrm rancher. 5 appliances, wood stove, large yard. By McAdam Park. No partiers. NS/NP. $1100. Avail Now. Michelle (250)743-8043.

CHEMAINUS (OLD Town), 2 bdrm, reno’d house, N/S, pets? $950 + utils. Avail June. 1st. Call (250)246-3708.

SHAWNIGAN LAKE- (West) lrg 3 bdrm home, 1 bath, carport, garden, swim access, laundry, small pet? $1250. May 1. 250-514-7226.

COWICHAN BAY: 2000 sqft, 4-5 bdrms, 2 full bath, family room, F/S, W/D, D/W, wood stove, F/P. Pets welcome, avail June 1st. $1600. Call 1250-760-0727.

SALTAIR: 2 bdrm mobile on our property. Very quiet area. NP/NS, ref’s. $800 + util’s. Avail immed. (250)246-2296.

CHEMAINUS: 1 bdrm bungalo, 3 acres on Fuller Lake, ref’s req, $750/mo. Avail immed. Call 250-245-5573.

NORTH COWICHAN- small 1 bdrm house, large lot, F/S, W/D, separate garage. NS/NP. $700. Call (250)746-5290

MAPLE BAY/DUNCAN, modern executive home, 4 bdrms, 3 bath, large living & dining rms, tons of light. Partly furnished. $2200/month. Avail. June 15th. Tel: 250-710-2070 Email: aerismongolia@gmail.com

CHEMAINUS 1 bdrm, bright, quiet. NS/NP. $595 inclusive. (250)884-9675. DUNCAN- 2 bdrm, priv ent, grd level, small yard, close to amenities. Laundry available. $795+ utils. NS/NP, no parties. Call 250-701-3213. DUNCAN - 1 bdrm suite. Stonehaven, near hospital. Private entrance, parking. Own laundry. F/S, W/D. Nice yard. Suits a quiet person. N/S, N/D. No parties. Small pet considered. $800 month, includes heat and hydro. Ref. Req. Available May 1st. Phone 597-7693

DUNCANUPPER level house, 3 bdrm, 2 bath. $950/mo+ 1/2 hydro. NP/NS. Avail now. Call (250)746-3988. LAKE COWICHAN: 3 bdrm top ﬂoor, newly reno’d; kitchen, paint, carpet. W/D, decks. Close to town, bus. Quiet N/S, no dogs. $925 incld’s util’s. Avail. May 1st. 250-642-3707.

TOWNHOUSES 3 BDRM Townhouse, clean & freshly painted, 1.5 bath, FS, Drapes, WD hookup. Sundeck, lots of parking, quiet, near hospital, cheap to heat. Avail now. $925. N/P. Call 250-748-7992, 250-748-2727. 250-709-7992.

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Mustangs at .500 after splits Midget baseball: Team makes home debut at Evans Park Don Bodger

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Cory Dewar pitches a gem, but doesn’t get the win for the Mustangs Saturday against Tri-City.

Light leader of the pack Island Race Series: Final events for CeeVacs at Merville, Sooke Seniors’ Games veteran Hazura Sangha completed News Leader Pictorial the course in 1:32:02 for ¿rst ichard Light of three in the 75 to 79 men’s and Josh Wildivision. liams supplied Other CeeVacs times and the one-two division placings were: punch for the Lisa De Lusignan (1:11:56, CeeVacs Road Runners in third in women’s 45 to 49), the ¿nal two events of the Jeff Gifford (1:12:50, 11th 2012 Frontrunners Island in men’s 40 to 44), Wendy Race Series during April. Williams (1:21:38, sixth in Light set the pace for women’s 45 to 49), Danna CeeVacs in the Merville 15K Don Bodger/¿le Hadden (1:40:49, 13th in April 1, ¿nishing in 55:39, Ageless Hazura Sangha is still women’s 55 to 59) and Kenand the Sooke River 10K running regularly in the Front- neth Deell (1:48:17, 12th in April 15 with a complemen’s 60 to 64). runners Island Race Series. tion time of 36:25 for 12th At Sooke, Joel Deschiffart overall in both races. of Nanaimo’s Bastion RunWilliams was the second CeeVacs runner ning Club was the overall winner among to cross the line in both events, ¿nishing in the 352 ¿nishers in 33:28. 1:03:48 at Merville and 41:09 at Sooke. The rest of the CeeVacs results behind A total of 283 runners ¿nished the MerLight and Williams were: John Weber ville race. Ben Brzezynski placed ¿rst in (45:04, fourth in men’s 55 to 59), Singh 50:18, just 13 seconds ahead of ChemaiHeer (45:05, ¿fth in men’s 60 to 64), nus Secondary School grad Sean Chester. Liam Ehle (45:19, second in men’s 15 and Some amazing CeeVacs racers continue younger); Grif¿n (51:00, ¿fth in men’s to shine on the circuit despite advancing 65 to 69), Downing (52:12, ¿fth in men’s into 60s and 70s age groups. 70 to 74), Wendy Williams (52:30, sixth Amarjit Singh Heer clocked 1:08:20 at in women’s 45 to 49), Belinda Kissack Merville for third in the 60 to 64 men’s (54:21, 10th in women’s 40 to 44), Sangha group, James Grif¿n was third in men’s (1:01:12, third in men’s 75 to 79), Deell 65 to 69 in 1:17:48, John Downing took (1:04:12, 13th in men’s 60 to 64) and Gif¿fth in men’s 70 to 74 in 1:20:32 and B.C. ford (1:18:40, 27th in men’s 40 to 44). Don Bodger

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owichan Valley Mustangs made their debut at their fancy new Evans Park digs in Duncan and split a pair of doubleheaders to remain at .500 in the early going of the B.C. Minor Midget AAA Baseball League. After playing home games in Ladysmith previously, the team is now more centrally headquartered in the valley. It’s also hoped there will be more of a following for the Mustangs at the new park. Some very good baseball was played during the Mustangs’ ¿rst two doubleheaders in Duncan after playing the ¿rst eight games on the road. Saturday’s opening game of a doubleheader against the Tri-City Indians went to the eighth inning before being decided. The Indians prevailed 2-1 and are currently in ¿rst place in the league. “It shows you how tight the league can be,’’ said Mustangs’ manager Lorne LaFleur. The Mustangs opened the scoring and held a 1-0 lead on the strength of Cory Dewar’s superb pitching. “He threw a great game,’’ said LaFleur. “You always hope you’re on the upside of those. Sometimes you’re not when you’re into extra innings.’’ Tri-City tied the game with a run in the sixth. The Mustangs had a great chance to take the lead in their half of the sixth but couldn’t produce anything after a lead-off double. Trizden Abram went in to pitch the eighth for the Mustangs and the Indians basically manufactured a run out of nothing for the win. “They small-balled us and executed and we couldn’t,’’ LaFleur conceded. The second game was completely different with more scoring and the

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Laying down a bunt to advance a runner is Mustangs’ catcher Tyler Armstrong during Saturday’s B.C. Minor Midget AAA Baseball League doubleheader against Tri-City at Duncan’s Evans Park. The teams each picked up a win. Mustangs came out on top 6-5. “It was another great game to the end,’’ said LaFleur. The Mustangs were up 5-3 until the sixth, but the Indians fought back to tie it. The Mustangs loaded the bases in the seventh and won the game in unusual fashion when a batter was hit by a pitch. “You don’t see that very often,’’ said LaFleur of the walk-off victory. The highlight of the game was a three-run homer in the ¿rst inning by Duncan’s Drew Bossons, the ¿rst to clear the fence at the Evans Park ¿eld where the Mustangs play. “That got the team going,’’ said LaFleur. But despite opening up a 4-0 lead, the Mustangs still had to pull off a victory under the wire after the Indians fought back.

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Sunday’s doubleheader against the Cloverdale Spurs didn’t produce any long balls. “It just didn’t seem to carry as well Sunday for some reason,’’ said LaFleur. Devon Geary pitched the Mustangs to a 6-1 victory over the Spurs in the ¿rst game. LaFleur said Geary had a great weekend pitching, playing ¿rst base, the out¿eld and moving runners around. The Mustangs had a big 5-1 lead in the second game, but eventually lost 7-5 when the Spurs scored twice in the seventh. “No excuses there,’’ said LaFleur. “The pitching from them wasn’t dominant.’’ The Mustangs beat the Vancouver Mounties for the ¿rst time ever in a doubleheader sweep the previous weekend but lost two to Richmond.

Nick Ridenour The demands of rowing at Brentwood College are the perfect situation for Nick Ridenour. The Grade 11 student has been thriving in the school’s rowing program since starting in Grade 8 and the sky’s the limit for the future. “He’s a smart kid, he’s very adaptive in coaching and he’s got the aerobic engine,’’ said Brentwood’s Head of Rowing Brian Carr. “He’s got all the tools and he loves to race.’’ Ridenour had a very busy Brentwood Regatta weekend that included a victory in the school eight, a thirdplace finish in a tight club eight race and a fifth in the varsity four. “This is a really competitive regatta here,’’ said Ridenour. “I never thought I’d be here after four years.’’ Ridenour is leaving his options open for the future, but would love to row for Canada one day. view video at www.cowichannewsleader.com/Don Bodger

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Emily Nash represented Duncan Lanes and B.C. well during the national Youth Bowling Canada 10-pin ﬁnals for bantam girls at Woodbridge, Ont. Nash compiled a total pinfall of 1487 from 14 matches against the seven other provincial champions. Nash, 9, a Grade 4 Duncan Elemen-

tary School student, wound up winning two matches for seventh place out of the eight competitors, but held her own in a ﬁeld of remarkable young bowlers. Nash’s individual game scores were: 98, 105, 82, 105, 104, 126, 114, 128, 81, 128, 127, 114, 88 and 87. Her lucky number was 114 because she won each

time with that total. Nash’s average for the tournament of 106.21 was better than her season mark of 95. Gold medal winner Kaytlynn Insko of Medicine Hat, Alberta averaged an amazing 160.43, with a high game of 220 in her overall total of 2246.

Cowichan women hosting B.C. championship Hard to stop: Big Kahuna Div. One rugby title goes on the line against Nanaimo Don Bodger

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owichan Rugby Club’s First Division women Piggies decided there was no point spending a lot of time building up play toward a try. Instead, they turned every opportunity inside the Abbotsford end into points during a 39-5 romp in the Big Kahuna Division One semi¿nals Saturday at the Herd Road Grounds. Nanaimo beat Kamloops 27-15 in the other weekend semi¿nal. That means Cowichan will host Nanaimo Saturday at 1 p.m. at Herd Road in the provincial ¿nal. Territorial play between Cowichan and Abbotsford was actually quite close. “The score does not reÀect how hard the game was,’’ noted Cowichan captain Sherry Spence. But Cowichan excelled at ¿nding holes with great ball movement to score quickly once it reached the Abbotsford end of the ¿eld. “I think we were just more ¿t, to be honest with you,’’ said Cowichan’s Caity Genereaux, who scored two tries and nailed two converts with her ambipedal kicking. “Their rucks and scrums are really strong,’’ said Genereaux. “But we were able to beat them out wide. I think it was an all-around game.’’ Cowichan’s lack of numbers during much of the season has actually turned out to be a bene¿t at this

stage. The players are used to being on the ¿eld a lot without many subs available and can maintain a high pace throughout the game. “A lot of it is we’ve been playing one or two players down,’’ said Genereaux. “I think that’s where our ¿tness has come from.’’ “It was a good team effort,’’ said Cowichan coach Lee Burridge. “We’re back healthy again with a full complement of players.’’ Burridge credited Jamaina MacLeod for being such a force with her tackling and proli¿c play at prop. “She’s a good ball mover,’’ said Burridge. “It adds that dynamics in the front.’’ Janine Fong and Nenagh McCulloch also stepped up in their roles with phenomenal efforts. McCulloch was player of the game for the forwards for her huge runs and big tackles while jumping into the centres temporarily when Angie Davies went off for some medical attention after being bloodied. The usual suspects who handle the scoring did their part. Cassy Stevens was player of the game for the backs. She got the ball rolling with the ¿rst try of the game and added the third, simply refusing to go down when Abbotsford attempted some gang-tackling. Carolyn Gudmundseth got into the act with the second try and Cowichan was off to the races, building a 17-0 lead before Abbotsford scored its lone points of the game just

before halftime. “The girls kept the ball Àuid,’’ said Burridge. “They took the tackles and passed.’’ Players like Gudmundseth also maintained a commitment to defence. She made a try-saving tackle in the ¿rst half that took the wind out of Abbotsford’s sails. Gudmundseth took her opponent down in the end zone and the ball got held up. That was one of many great tackles she made at fullback. In the second half, Cowichan ran uncontested for tries after gaining possession. Genereaux scored her two in rapid succession, the ¿rst on a great feed from Gudmundseth that put her in the clear. Genereaux hit the post on the ¿rst conversion attempt from the left side with a right-footed kick. Marika Posehn tallied the next try that Genereaux converted and Davies found an opening to round out the scoring. Spence played another spectacular game in the trenches. All members of the team made a valuable contribution. Cowichan will head into the B.C. ¿nal full of con¿dence, having just beaten Nanaimo 26-5 two weeks ago, and hopes to draw strength from an anticipated large crowd. Cowichan’s Div. 3 men took it on the chin 62-8 during the provincewide Third Division quarter¿nals against Kamloops on the weekend.

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In-your face rugby is played by Cowichan’s Cassy Stevens, above, who isn’t about to stop running for anything. Caity Genereaux, below, plunges across the line untouched for a try.

Red Hots hold their own in all but one inning Tacoma tournament: Going into combat means striving for peak performance in a highly-competitive ﬁeld of fastpitch teams Don Bodger

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he Duncan Red Hots took their show on the road and went into combat in Tacoma. The girls’ fastpitch team, moving into the highly-competitive Midget A level this season, won two of ¿ve games in the Combat Series tournament. “Overall, we only had two bad innings out of the 25 played,’’ noted head coach Brian Bull. “We have been moving ahead of where we were in Las Vegas.’’ The Red Hots started with a bang in their ¿rst game against the Acers, one of the top teams in Washington, with a lead-off triple by Allie Pellizzaro. She then

scored on a Margaret Batchelar single and went on to pitch a strong game, recording eight strikeouts. The Acers went ahead by two in the third inning, but the Red Hots tied it in the fourth. With minutes left in the game, the Acers manufactured a run to win 4-3. “The game versus the Acers was the best we have played,’’ noted Bull. “As is the team’s usual, they seem to play the best against the best.’’ The next game against the Snohomish Express also started well for the Red Hots with a double and a 4-0 lead in the ¿rst three innings before the wheels fell off. The Express scored three in the fourth and nine in the ¿fth for a 12-4 win. The Red Hots picked themselves back up again to play the Kitsap Karma and posted a 7-4 win.

Darrian Gerard pitched a solid game, the Red Hots’ bats came alive and the defence showed up again. Moving to the single knockout playoff round, the Red Hots poured it on against the Venom for a 14-1 win. Pitcher Jolene Bull was on top of her game, Batchelar was four-for-four at the plate that included a grand slam home run, Haylee More hit two singles, Katie Lawless slammed a triple and Carrysa Kinnear and Kailey Gerard each went two-for-three. The Shock lived up to its name by shocking the Red Hots 5-0 in the next game. After two scoreless innings, the Red Hots worked their way out of a bases-loaded jam in the third by only giving up one run but then allowed two in each of the next two innings.

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Breaking the Law: Women’s football standings tighten up behind the powerful Crew Don Bodger

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he battle for second through fourth place in the Cowichan Women’s Football League is heating up. The Crew remains well ahead of the pack at 7-0 but the Matrix tightened up the standings behind the runaway leaders with a 32-19 victory over the Law Sunday at McAdam Park. The Law is now 6-2 after eight games while the Ravens and Matrix are both now within striking distance at 4-3. The Ravens and Matrix are on a collision course during the next set of games Sunday to temporarily decide third place and put more heat on the Law. Gloria Locke and Caryn Taylor played a leading role for the Matrix in the victory over the Law with two touchdowns apiece. Taylor also had a convert along with Katrina Wolters while Christine Cronin-Switzer added a TD. Tara McCaffery sparked the defence with an interception. Wendy Charles (2) and Michelle Steeves scored TDs in vain for the Law. Toni Williams contributed a convert and Jaimie Olson made an interception. The Law was a 26-6 victor over the winless Sirens in the lone game Friday night. The Law spread the scoring around with TDs from Steeves, Charles, Williams and Olson. Williams and Charles put convert points on the board and Olson picked off two passes with a strong defensive effort. In other Sunday action, the Ravens came from behind with only six players — one under the usual number on the ¿eld — to defeat the Sirens 26-13. Sirens’ quarterback Deanne Mearns capitalized on the manpower situation at the beginning of the game with some quick strikes up the middle. The Ravens adjusted by closing up the middle and not playing a rusher. The Sirens led 13-0 at the half but lost a player for the second half that made it a six-on-six game. The Ravens slowly started to take over, scoring six points in the third quarter and then 20 in the fourth to complete the comeback. Jamie Russell kept the Sirens’ offense honest in the ¿rst quarter with two interceptions and Rikki Wylie added another in the second. Morgan Rogers’ TD in the third quarter ¿nally broke the shutout for the Ravens and set the stage for the fourth-quarter scoring blitz. Wylie, Russell and Rogers, with a 35-yard run, accounted for the ¿nal Ravens’ TDs. Veronica Smith and Wylie had converts. On the defensive side, the Ravens ¿nished the task with a sack from Russell and two interceptions by Wylie. The Crew pitched a 48-0 shutout over the Wild¿re. The Wild¿re didn’t score, obviously, but moved the ball well on several occasions. One drive started inside its own ¿ve-yard line after a punt was returned just outside the end zone and ensuing plays led the team to within a whisker of paydirt before stalling.

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Going down to her knees to make the catch, the Crew’s Jessica Lines-Wikkerink hangs on tightly to the ball behind the defensive coverage of the WildÄre’s Ginette Bilina.

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The Crew’s usually potent offense put points on the board throughout the game. Janelle Mould and Anne Polman-Tuin scored ¿rstquarter TDs, with a two-point convert from Jessica Lines-Wikkerink and a single-point conversion by Mould. Mould’s interception and Heidi Padjen’s sack were the ¿rst-quarter defensive highlights for the Crew. Polman-Tuin and Mould went on to score two more TDs each for hat tricks. Padjen also found the end zone in the fourth quarter while additional converts came from Polman-Tuin, Alita Mattin and Lines-Wikkerink. Sacks by Marilou Sullivan and an interception from Mattin rounded out the defensive effort. Veteran Val Chambers made her presence felt for the Wild¿re with interceptions in the second and fourth quarters. Erica Dow managed the team’s lone sack in the game during the third quarter.

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Rowing hard with the end in sight, above left, is the Brentwood Jr. A Novice women’s quad that includes Darby Jonson, Hannah Davies, Maddie Wheaton, Maddie Hardy and cox Mariana Godin. Above right, the Maple Bay entry of Christy Scholten, Anna Brigham, Sophie Cutt and Lindsay Wise deals with the rough conditions at the start of the regatta Friday.

Handling huge regatta a breeze for organizers Team effort: It takes a well-coordinated plan on land to stage another Brentwood College rowing showcase while competing crews dazzle on the water Don Bodger

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ou have to marvel at the incredible organization of the Brentwood College rowing regatta. There’s a lot going on all at once that needed to be coordinated well in advance to ensure everything ran smoothly. Boats coming in, boats going out, awards being presented, entertainment and vendors lined up, race schedules and results compiled — you get the picture. All don’t just happen by some magic hand. The entire student and staff population of the school plus many more hearty volunteers banded together to make the 42nd-annual event one of the best ever, with a little help from the weather so choppy water didn’t rain on the whole parade. “The regatta went extremely well this year,’’ said chair Debbie Sage, who’s only been doing the pressure-packed job for 15 years. There were some anxious moments at the start Friday. “We had a wind delay for about an hour and a half at the start of the regatta,’’ said Sage. The opening race didn’t get on the water until 3:15 p.m. “By the end of the day, we had pushed six races into Saturday,’’ said Sage. “Saturday was absolutely gorgeous on the water.’’ A whopping 104 of the record 186 total races were run on Saturday from 7 a.m. till 7:30 p.m. “Every seven minutes we had a race going down the course,’’ said Sage. Everything worked out so well Sunday’s slate of ¿nals were all wrapped up by 11:09 a.m. so the many U.S. visitors and competi-

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Coach Sue Whitney leads a Brentwood College crew out of the water during the always-hectic Brentwood Regatta. tors and others in the ¿eld of 1,700+ rowers could get home at a decent time. Sage has seen it all during her years at the helm, but this event was truly one for the ages that will be a hard act to follow. “It’s such a great thing to have all the students and staff here helping us,’’ said Sage. “Otherwise, that seamlessness would never happen. I push the ball and let it roll. Everybody seems to pick up

and move on.’’ With so many high-pro¿le clubs and schools in the Paci¿c Northwest, it went without saying that the rowing was ¿rst-rate and of a very high standard. Victoria City topped the overall standings among the 38 participating clubs with 917 points. Sammamish Rowing Association had 877, Everett Rowing Association 621, Pocock Rowing Centre 601 and host Brentwood College 543 to round out the top ¿ve. Shawnigan Lake School tallied 306 points and Maple Bay Rowing Club checked in with 96. The top ¿ve in boys’ points were: Sammamish (419), Victoria City (323), Everett (302), Brentwood (270) and St. George’s School (258). The leading ¿ve totals for the girls were: Pocock (333), Sammamish (244), Victoria City (243), Bainbridge Island Junior Crew (238) and Green Lake Rowing Club (211). Brentwood Head of Rowing Brian Carr was pleased with the showing of the host crews, considering the sheer numbers representing some of the other clubs. “They’re showing up with 130 to 140 kids,’’ said Carr. “We’ve got our 80 kids.’’ Brentwood won only one race, but it was a big one — the boys’ school eight on Saturday. But crews were de¿nitely consistent across the board with high placings. “To come ¿fth overall and only have one win, I think it’s a testament to the strength of our entire club,’’ said Carr. The Brentwood girls’ school eight had a great race, making the ¿nal and winning a bronze medal. Ceremonial highlights included the unveiling of a boat named after Head of School Andrea and Gerry Pennells, who are retiring.

Speed and distance work for DCS athletes B.C. Christian track meet: Douglas Groenendijk makes three performances count for the junior boys’ aggregate title Don Bodger

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Leaping to the top of the junior boys’ aggregate standings is Douglas Groenendijk of Duncan Christian School.

uncan Christian School athletes attempted to run faster and throw farther than they’ve ever done before during the B.C. Christian track and ¿eld meet at Abbotsford. Considering the quality of the competition, the DCS contingent of four boys and four girls faced the imposing challenge well and secured places among the top ¿nishers in several events. Douglas Groenendijk earned the junior boys’ aggregate award with three outstanding performances that garnered 23 points. He won the

triple jump (11.55 metres) and the long jump (5.62m) while placing sixth in the shot put (10.0m). The DCS senior girls’ 4x100 relay team of Karli Stevens, Mikayla Cook, Charissa Lee and Adara Atsma placed ¿fth in 56.7 seconds. Stevens was also ¿rst in a pair of heats in the junior girls’ 200 and 400 metres. She placed ¿fth in the 200 ¿nal in 31.74 seconds and sixth in the 400 ¿nal in 1:11.7. Cook added a second in the junior girls’ 100 metre ¿nal with an outstanding time of 13.66 seconds. Lee managed a personal best of 8.36m for third in the junior girls’ triple jump.

Atsma’s leap of 7.68m in the triple jump was good for ¿fth place. Jon Climie attained three top placings in boys’ events. He was third in the discus (27.35m), sixth in the shot put (9.31m) and seventh in the javelin (31.0m). Jacob Day’s 10.04m leap secured ¿fth in the triple jump. He also went 1:04 in the 400. A.J. Mitchell’s 8.84 metre throw led to an eighth-place ¿nish in the senior boys’ shot put. It’s a busy week for DCS that started with the hosting of the North Island badminton championships Tuesday. The 25th-annual ball hockey tournament takes place Friday at the Island Savings Centre.

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