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Four suicides, 48 attempts State of emergemcy: Authorities quick to respond as Cowichan Tribes makes desperate plea for more resources to battle crisis on the reserve Krista Siefken
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owichan Tribes’ appeal for more resources in the wake of an alarming spike in suicides on reserve is being answered at the provincial and federal levels. And Chief Harvey Alphonse, who issued a state-of-emergency declaration in response to the tragic deaths among his members, says the local community has leaped into action to assist as well. “It gives you a bit of a lift when there is that type of response — and when it is so immediate,â€? he said late Tuesday morning. Alphonse and his fellow council members called on federal and provincial agencies for more support in their state-of-emergency declaration signed May 8. During a press conference Monday morning, the chief explained the appeal follows four suicides and another 48 suicide attempts on Jennifer Jones: r reserve since January. training needed They are staggering numbers that contribute to the band’s suicide alerts rising by more than 2 1/2 times in the past Âżve years compared to the prior Âżve-year span. And of the recent deaths, two of the four were Cowichan Tribes employees, while many of the alerts are coming from youths. “We are losing our most valuable
resources — our children and our caregivers,â€? Alphonse said. There are also all the alerts that go undocumented, such as the ones that go directly to Alphonse or general manager Maureen Tommy. “Furthermore, youth reach out to one another and support one another through dark times,â€? Alphonse added. “These peer interventions also go undocumented.â€? But while Tribes has noted a ninefold increase in the use of the band’s mental health services, health-funding limitations mean staff levels have remained unchanged, the chief said. Which is why the band has called on Victoria and Ottawa for assistance. “(They) are being called to action, to work with us in the spirit of reconciliation to address suicide prevention, and to work together with Cowichan Tribes to use additional resources to begin turning our community around, with the goal of our members embracing life,â€? Alphonse said. “Our current minimal resources for suicide prevention prove to be insufÂżcient, therefore we are asking for additional resources.â€? Some of those resources, explained Tribes’ acting health director Jennifer Jones, would hopefully be used to staff two or three more counsellors. The band currently has nine counsellors, and a two- to three-week wait list for an appointment with one of them. “They will see someone ... who is attempting suicide, however, that is more of a reactive instead of a preventative (measure),â€? she said. There’s also a need for more suicide-prevention training and edu-
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Cowichan Tribes Chief Harvey Alphonse, left, speaks during the band’s state-of-emergency press conference while elder and councillor Arvid Charlie listens. cation, Jones added. And Cowichan Tribes is also working on a strategic plan titled Embracing Life at Cowichan Tribes as a preventative measure. Health Canada spokesman Steve Outhouse said talks with Tribes are already underway. Programs plus medical and mental-health professionals can be dispatched, he added, once the needs of the community are determined through those talks. And Outhouse said Health Minister Leona Aglukkaq’s thoughts and prayers are with the families that are grieving right now. “The minister is from the north and has certainly experienced community hurts like this personally, so she’s very well aware of how difÂżcult a situation like this can be,â€? he said. Meanwhile, B.C.’s Minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation, Mary Polak, said her ministry is co-ordinating the province’s response to Cowichan’s crisis. “There’s no question we need to be deeply concerned about what’s
happened recently with the spike in suicide numbers,â€? she said Tuesday. Polak’s ministry will be working with Tribes this week to determine what it needs to address the issue. “We need to pay immediate attention to prevent any further incidents, any further tragedies,â€? she said. “But beyond that the very Âżrst thing that my staff will be doing is assessing where the needs are the greatest, and looking at the current structure of service.â€? Polak also offered her sympathy to those impacted by the crisis. “It’s a tragedy not just for the individual families and loved ones but for the whole community. It really is a difÂżcult thing for all of them to come to grips with,â€? Polak said. “To me, there is a sense of hopelessness,â€? Alphonse said. “It seems we’re in a time where the economy is difÂżcult, there is high unemployment and many of the inherent rights that we know of are being eroded. For example, our hunting rights, our Âżshing rights.â€? Tribes unemployment rate,
Alphonse said, is approximately 85 per cent. He encouraged youth particularly to reach out if they’re having thoughts of suicide, and spoke about the importance of listening to those who talk about suicide. “I’ve had a personal experience with an individual who was reaching out to me several years ago, and it’s something I regret to this day,� he said. Alphonse explained a man had come to him and expressed suicidal thoughts. Alphonse had asked the man to wait half-an-hour while he returned some equipment he had rented. But by the time he’d returned, the man had already killed himself. “It’s important to stay there at the moment, because you may not have that second chance,� Alphonse said. “I encourage people who are hearing these words, or this kind of language from an individual, to remain with the individual until they have found some help or are encouraged to go on with life.�
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VIU, Cow High targetted by vandals this weekend Two Cowichan campuses were vandalized during weekend break-ins, police say. The first, at Cowichan Secondary School, was reported on Saturday. Unknown culprits broke into the school and smashed windows and hallway pictures. The second, at Vancouver Island University’s hair-dressing classroom trailer,
was reported on Sunday evening shortly before 6 p.m. “Once inside, culprit(s) smashed several Barbicide jars,” Cpl. Kevin Day said in an email to media. “It’s not yet been confirmed as to whether anything was stolen.” RCMP continue to investigate both
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hree Cowichan schools have been identi¿ed as highpriority schools for seismic upgrades, but are not among the 14 buildings the province is including in its next round of upgrades. The B.C. government is spending $122 million to earthquake-proof 14 schools in 12 districts, selected from a list of 152 high-priority schools. Among those 152 schools are Lake Cowichan’s A.B. Greenwell and Duncan’s Cowichan secondary and Koksilah elementary. These schools are identi¿ed as having at least one “high risk” building section that needs to be addressed with structural upgrades under the School Seismic Mitigation Program. The estimated cost of upgrading all 152 high-priority schools under the program is $1.3 billion. According to the Ministry of Education, the provincial government has spent more than $790 million on school seismic upgrades since 2001, with upgrades already completed at Lake Cowichan middle/secondary as well as Drinkwater elementary. — Krista Siefken
Project EPangolin: Jason Conrad convicted after investigation seized 14,000 ecstasy tablets and more Krista Siefken
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Duncan man will spend the next seven years in prison for his role in a massive drug-traf¿cking ring. Jason Conrad, 32, was sentenced in Victoria on Wednesday for three counts of drug traf¿cking. Conrad’s jail time is the result of a Federal Drug Enforcement Branch Island Operation’s investigation dubbed Project EPangolin, which was initiated in 2007. “Project EPangolin demonstrated the ability of the Federal Drug Enforcement Branch to dismantle a large and sophisticated group of criminals engaged in drug traf¿cking on Vancouver Island,” RCMP Sgt. Duncan Pound said in a press release. “Federal investigators, assisted by local (Vancouver) Island RCMP detachments and the Victoria Police Department, took large amounts of drugs and a restricted ¿rearm off the street, and gathered vital evidence which has been presented to the Andrew Leong courts. “Canadians’ safety, security and well-being are Tristan, a sheltie, weaves around some of the obstacles in an agility trial at the Tyee Kennel Club Dog Show on Friday at the Cowichan Exhibithe RCMP’s ultimate goal and this successful intion Park. The long-running, three-day event moved to the Cow Ex after 37 years at Kerry Park. For video go to cowichannewsleader.com. vestigation has greatly improved the public safety for all of British Columbia.” The upshot of the investigation was the seizure of 15 kilograms of cocaine, 14,000 ecstasy tablets, 90 grams of methamphetamine, 750 millilitres of suspect in the 2011 for a three-day preliminary inquiry He was arrested Nov. 26 and and View streets, The Victoria News GHB, one handgun, three vehicles and $161,000. Eleven suspects were charged with various drug manslaughter case of on Oct. 15. charged after Noble, 20, died after a has reported. Shawnigan Lake man Both dates were set by Judge ¿ght in downtown Victoria. Noble was allegedly punched, fell and ¿rearms related charges. The federal drug section thanked a variety of loTyler Noble is booked Adrian Brooks when Huth appeared Victoria police have said Huth to the sidewalk, and died later that cal RCMP detachments, including the Shawnigan to reappear Sept. 12 in court on April 26, registry staff turned himself in at the department day in Victoria General Hospital. for a trial-con¿rmation hearing in said Thursday. the morning of Nov. 26, four hours About 1,000 family and friends at- Lake, North Cowichan/Duncan and Ladysmith Victoria criminal court, registry staff Huth has been released on bail. after he allegedly assaulted Noble tended Noble’s December memorial detachments plus South Island Traf¿c Services, for assistance and co-operation throughout the say. Court staff said they had no record at 2:30 a.m. outside a McDonald’s held in Mill Bay. Brandon Huth, 24, is also slated of a plea being made by Huth. restaurant at the corner of Douglas — Peter W. Rusland investigation.
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NOTICE OF OPEN BOARD MEETING The Open Board Meeting of the Board of Education will take place on Wednesday, May 16, 2012 at 6:30 pm in the Blue Gym at Mount Prevost Middle School, 6177 Somenos Road.
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Paving to Prevost summit not recommended Staff recommends: Other options to upgrade roads, build peak trails, install safety railings and expand parking to be investigated Peter W. Rusland
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aving a road to Mount Prevost’s peak would be costly, and isn’t recommended by a North Cowichan senior staffer. But parks-and-recreation boss Ernie Mansueti’s report, tabled Friday to council, does recommend approval for staff to calculate costs for other upgrade work at the mountaintop park. Prices to upgrade roads, build peak trails, install safety railings and expand Prevost parking would be included. Mansueti probed the feasibility of paving Prevost’s gravel road, and creating a public park at the summit — also home to a historic war memorial — as recently proposed by Duncan Daybreak Rotary Club’s Dave Darwin. Mansueti reports preliminary
prices for adding six inches of crush, and two inches of blacktop three metres wide, are about $130,000 per kilometre. Ditching costs would be about $40,000 per kilometre, he noted. Steep grades, reduced winter traction, icing, and pavement heaving were other problems cited by Mansueti. “Over a ¿ve-year period, it is estimated maintenance costs would not be reduced by paving the road,” he concludes, noting logging-truck traf¿c would also affect the road as already shown on the paved approach to the mountain’s lower gate. “Paving the road would likely create a new hazard by enabling increased speeds for vehicles, bicycles, and long boards,” Mansueti states. But there are better chances of improving the peak as parkland, he explained. Trails with staircases would need signage to keep folks off Prevost’s
sensitive foliage, he says. Extra staf¿ng would also be needed for more ¿re patrols, trash collection, trail and gate duty, plus vandalism prevention. “A concerted effort will be needed to restrict foot traf¿c to designated trails, or these wildÀower areas will be destroyed,” Mansueti says. Benches, picnic tables and safety railings are doable, but more dif¿cult and costly due to Prevost’s summit site, he notes. Prevost’s parking lot can be enlarged, and costs are pending. He recommends staff tote tabs for: increased maintenance of the current road; building upgraded trails to each peak, and from peak to peak; adding park amenities and safety features to both peak and trail viewing; reaching a lease arrangement with landowners of the war memorial site; enlarging the parking lot; adding washrooms; and boosting trail and park caretaking.
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forwarded to the RCMP, Duncan added. “This line will be monitored regularly and calls will be returned if necessary. Callers should provide as much information as possible in order for enforcement of¿cials to commence an investigation,” he said. “We are con¿dent this year that the trails and parks in the Cowichan Valley Regional District will remain safe and enjoyable for all.”
Water restrictions over but continued conservation urged Peter W. Rusland
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Friday. “We’re back to normal. Our leak problem’s ¿xed and a new manifold is in our pump station.” Now that south-end users can use water outdoors — and without pinching indoor uses such as showers and laundry — MacKay will soon tap tenders for North Cowichan’s new $4-million, ultra-violet water-puri¿cation system. “More and more (municipal) water systems are using UV, and chlorine’s still the stand by — many need a combination of both.” That UV system would serve south-end users, “generally, the area around the city (Duncan), Maple Bay, and the west side of Mount Prevost,” he explained.
Building the high-tech UV system would take about a year after bidding ends in June, and construction starts in July. MacKay cited UV systems in Qualicum Beach and the Capital Regional District. Meanwhile, he wanted residents to follow summer water restrictions for stuff such as lawn sprinkling and car washing “because we want to save pumping costs and conserve water.” Council has hired summer students for some 13 years to educate local students, and ultimately their parents, about saving water. “This year we’re concentrating on our Kitchen Pitch-in program.”
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Friends support Coogan through liver transplant For Dan: More than $3,400 raised in event aimed at supporting family through difďŹ cult process Peter W. Rusland
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owichan secondary grad Dan Coogan is in hospital waiting for a liver transplant, likely in Vancouver or Toronto. But family and friends didn’t wait to help raise money for his family’s travel bills and lodging once Dan’s surgery happens. On May 6 some $3,400 was raised by the local Royal Canadians rock band, plus silent-auction action at Just Jake’s bistro downtown. Dan’s mother, Sheila, was truly touched by the
generosity for her son, who appeared in bard@ brentwood’s 2008 production of Much Ado About Nothing. “They’re fabulous,� she said of Cowichan Samaritans. “After the transplant surgery, we’ll need thousands for transportation and accommodation in Toronto or Vancouver.� Her popular 20-year-old son suffers from various ailments — including what’s called splenamegally — contributing to the failure of Dan’s liver that needs replacement, possibly along with part of his small intestine, explained Sheila. Compassion for his con-
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Chief showed courage, can we show support? Suicide: Band is reaching out and we must respond
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egular readers know this space has occasionally played host to concerns about openness on the part of Cowichan Tribes and its connection with the rest of the local community. For every bridge-building exercise like the North American Indigenous Games, there is a counterpoint like the ongoing refusal to allow coverage of band council meetings, or the recent request for media to stay off local reserves. It has been a neighbours-but-not-family situation — a generations-long dance of reaching out and pushing away, often with little indication of which way the Courage must wind will blow. And we have criticized the band for be met with putting up walls. But today, this space is not ¿lled with a generous that kind of criticism. response Quite the opposite, actually. Today, we applaud Chief Harvey Alphonse and his council for the bravery it required to take a tragic, taboo topic from behind the wall and into the greater community, and beyond. No one likes to talk about suicide. But what else can you do when you’ve got four on-reserve deaths and another 48 attempts in a span of less than ¿ve months? And under the glare of the TV-news lights and Àashing cameras, Alphonse spoke about his own experience with suicide. It takes courage to talk about our personal demons. It takes even more courage to share the demons plaguing an entire community with the country at large — especially when that community has not been particularly communicative with the public in the past. Cowichan Tribes’ leaders have willingly placed their band under the microscope in an effort to save lives. They deserve praise. And whatever support we can give them.
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This we like Drugs are all around us. They play a big part in some people’s lives. And while they are often the topic of lectures in some households, they remain something that many families seldom discuss. That’s why the drug education message delivered last week by the District Parents Advisory was important. Threats and pretense rarely work, but a little honesty might.
Feral and unwanted cats have been an ongoing problem in the valley.
Focus our economic development closer to home Robert Douglas
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ur newly elected council in North Cowichan recently voted to overhaul the municipality’s tax structure, shifting the burden from heavy industrial to residential property owners. Our councillors argue lowering the industrial tax rate will bene¿t the local economy, mainly by making it easier for the municipality to attract and retain investment. When our elected of¿cials talk about “attracting and retaining” investment, they are almost always referring to luring in businesses from outside the community. In most cases, this means opening our community to big, foreign owned corporations. A truly local business can’t be attracted and doesn’t need to be retained. This is the conventional approach to economic development, long embraced by
municipal councillors, economic developers and community planners across Canada. And it is an approach that is fundamentally Àawed. Too many communities are racing to bottom in an effort to attract and retain investment, lowering their industrial tax rates and providing other incentives to convince big corporations to set up shop within their jurisdictions. This approach to economic development encourages foreign ownership, which creates a host of problems. It means we lose control of our local economies to outside interests. It means small, locally owned businesses are squeezed out by chains and big-box stores. It means pro¿ts Àow out of the community into the pockets of far-away investors. But there is an alternative approach to economic development, one that is being embraced by more and more communities across Canada. And there is strong and growing evidence that this approach is far more effective. It rejects the idea we should be “attracting and retaining” outside investment, and instead
While a CVRD decision to fund lowcost spaying and neutering programs for cats should be welcomed, it should not defer from the real issue here. That issue is the number of people who can — through programs like this, or their own resources — spay or neuter their cats and refuse to do so. It’s lazy and it’s selfish. It’s not good for the animals and it’s not good for the community.
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emphasizes the need to strengthen the economy through local ownership, import substitution, and the mobilization of investment from within the community. Local ownership can come in many different forms including small businesses, co-operatives, non-pro¿ts, and municipally owned enterprises. Locally owned businesses have many advantages over foreign companies. They rarely move, and in comparison they have a higher “economic multiplier.” To put it simply, a dollar spent at a local business tends to circulate in the local economy longer. For example, when you buy $10 worth of vegetables from a local farmer, the farmer in turn spends the $10 at an auto repair shop, the shop owner uses that money to pay his employees and the money circulates again. The $10 dollars you gave the farmer will generate more income, wealth and jobs the more times it is spent in the community and the faster it circulates without leaving the area.
What happens when we import our vegetables from California rather than buying them from local farmers? The economic multiplier effects (i.e. jobs, income, wealth) Àow to businesses south of the border rather than staying within our community. Our councillors in North Cowichan need to re-think their approach to economic development and recognize there is growing evidence the conventional model is doing more harm than good for local economies. What we need is a new approach to economic development, one that recognizes the bene¿ts of local ownership, of self-reliance, and of keeping control of our economy within the community.
Rob Douglas writes monthly for the Cowichan News Leader Pictorial. He can be reached at douglas.robert.g@gmail.com
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How will you celebrate Mother’s Day? “I’m having breakfast with my kids, then we’re going for a hike.”
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“We’re taking my mom out for dinner in Chemainus, then spending some time outside in the sun with her.”
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Modern classical music needs to rediscover the joy
Trustees protecting education, no matter how unpopular their move
Dear editor School District 79 secretary-treasurer Bob Harper was out of bounds when he proselytized at the board’s second reading of the restorative budget on May 2. He quoted from Section 111 of the B.C. School Act: “estimated expenditures must not exceed estimated revenues.” According to Mr. Harper, since the trustees have indeed asked for more money to support our schools, they have acted immorally. What he ignored from the same document was the comprehensive statement of duty: “Trustees have a responsibility to ensure schools provide students with opportunities for a quality education and to set education policies which reÀect the aspirations of community.” When those in power continuously ignore educational needs, following the government’s lead is more like getting sucker-punched than being morally correct. The majority of the board is looking at and seeking the bigger picture — a cared-for and educated population. They are hard-working heroes, not rabble-rousers. Five people were elected on this platform and supported with full knowledge this would be their approach to the budget. They are doing the job at hand with all good intentions for the children of this school district. We need these people of character while under a government that is turning its back on education. And they need our support. The board’s purpose is to protect our education system. To go against the unquali¿ed guardians of the system has become their job, as unpopular, or disturbing it may be to those less-informed. J. Achurch,
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Symphony Orchestra and the Victoria Choral Society on Monday May 7 at the Cowichan Theatre. There were a few stumbles. That B Àat in the sopranos was clear but too loud. Conductor Tania can question it, challenge it, but certainly not has been going on for far too long. The CVRD Miller struggled to keep everyone together, and ignore it or break it; otherwise, sheer anarchy has fought this disgrace in the past. Perhaps there were startling failures in intonation and pitch. and chaos will follow. I fully agree with working with their friends in the B.C. Liberal Miller’s interpretation needed more contrast: the letter writer L. Benoit’s suggestion the B.C. Cabinet, along with support from Cowichan opening allegro and bouncing scherzo have short, School Act needs to be changed. That desired NDP MLA Bill Routley this environmental slow lyric phrases should be slower and more lyrichange is possible through a proper legislative assault will be put to a halt. cal. But live performance is never perfect. Folks in process. As long as the School Act (the law) Richard Hughes, Cobble Hill the full house nodded, tapped their toes, conducted on behalf of Koksilah Elementary School staff stands as it is, we must respect it, and obey comments submitted online at cowichannewsleader.com in their laps, smiled and teared up. Pretty daring for it. We take pride in being a civil and lawthe symphony crowd. We sat inundated by wave afWhat message does breaking the abiding society. By not respecting the laws ter wave of Beethoven’s rich masterwork. Pure joy. Use your guns on the range only, or of our land, what are we saying to our proud Of course. This is Schiller’s great Ode to Joy. law send our kids? resource, our beloved children? What kind of put them away The orchestra had fun. The chorus sang their hearts Dear editor a message are we giving them? Dear editor out. Yet the four soloists slid into their seats halfOur legal system tries to reÀect and Amrik Prihar, Trustee, As a taxpaying homeowner impacted by way through with the stoniest dour faces I’ve seen represent principles Canadians believe in Board of Education, SD 79, Cowichan Valley the abuse of ¿rearms in the Shawnigan west outside of a church choir staring down the congreand value. Quality public education is one rural area, I was pleased to see your May gation. Even as they sang, “All men are brothers. of those values we consider to be of utmost 11 “Seeing both sides of backwoods use of Joy! Laugh out loud!” their faces were deadpan. importance. As citizens of a free, democratic Unreasonable to expect cops to ¿rearms.” However, there is only one side: the Can professionals not match faces to song? country, we rely on our law, laws created by police every dump truck case against. The RCMP continues to crack Can the rest of us not go wild and applaud the duly elected members by the people and down because this area is private land, whether between movements? Weren’t we transported? Dear editor for the people. If for some reason we think Regarding soil dumping in Cowichan: owned by families or logging companies. We European concert-goers manage to break out in a particular law is wrong or unjust, we have Good luck policing all trucks coming into and are all instructed to call the RCMP the instant a appreciation. What makes us so hidebound? every right (in fact, it is our responsibility ) leaving the valley. The onus is on the receiver shot is ¿red. Illegal guns are being seized and And if we are already there to enjoy the music, to voice that concern to change that law. We oof soil/¿ll to know what it is they are receivother charges laid. In 2012 the only appropriate could we dispense with the welcoming shill for place for ¿ring a gun is at one of the three ¿ring more seat sales? Cowichan Symphony Society iing and that all the appropriate paper work is iin order. It’s ludicrous to expect the cops to be ranges in Cowichan. president Ted Rhodes’ pleas are heartfelt and cchecking all soil movement in light of a one-off Anne Moore earnest, but we’re already sold. iincident of plain vandalism. Shawnigan Lake This century wants music if “it has a beat and you “Will an illegal deficit school budget spell positive Stefan S Quaglia, Duncan can dance to it.” Rodney Sharman’s Second Symchange for Cowichan students?” comments c submitted online at cowichannewsleader.com phony Monday night does not qualify. Beside enMore letters online You answered: (66 votes) tertaining chimes and percussion, his commissioned felt more an exercise in intellectual gymnastics 80 per cent NO Co-operative C attack on soil dumping Also, read fresh stories every day and share work that something you’d sing in the shower. your thoughts immediately through the comissue i is long overdue Music-video generations cannot be cajoled To vote on the next Question of the Week, log onto the ments function. Dear D editor into enjoying a stage full of black-clad stationary web poll at www.cowichannewsleader.com at cowichannewsleader.com The problem with soil dumping in Cowichan performers. We now want visuals and tunes that dance in the head. The Victoria Symphony gets it. Besides Symphony Splash in the harbour, pops and school concerts, next season includes a baroque evening with Tafelmusik screening Galileo’s galaxies behind the Here are some tips: Keep it short — 300 words or less; Keep it local — letters raised in We want to hear your opinion on just about any matter of local interest. ensemble. response to issues raised in our pages get top priority; Keep it clean — attack the issue, Here’s how to send it to us: When Verdi died, people poured into the streets not the individual. • Email your thoughts to editor@cowichannewsleader.com of Milan singing Nabucco. Jazz gets it right: hear You must include your full name, home community and a phone number where we can • Mail your letter to Unit 2, 5380 Trans-Canada Highway, Duncan B.C., V9L 6W4 Gershwin. Beethoven got it right. Music that ¿lls reach you during office hours. Addresses and phone numbers will not be published. • Fax it to us at 250-746-8529 the streets will ¿ll concert halls. 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Brentwood College opens new arts and humanities building Peter W. Rusland
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rentwood College School’s new visual-arts and humanities building opened Friday on the college’s Mill Bay
campus. Arts teacher Soleil Mannion explained how the private school’s high-tech, eco-designed facility — facing the ocean, and sitting beside Brentwood’s T. Gil Bunch theatre — features areas and classrooms blending the social sciences and the arts. Spaces span sculpture, pottery,
photography, digital recording for sound and ¿lm, two painting and drawing rooms, plus classrooms for academics including geography, environmental studies, globalization and more. “The idea,” Mannion said of the multi-million-dollar facility’s “renaissance” format, “is that social sciences and the arts would have some intermingling by putting all this into one building.” It’s believed the culturally minded college will mount student art shows and more in the new centre during Brentwood’s annual rowing regatta and other public events.
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Crofton pulp-and-paper mill’s owners announced Friday meetings of its secured and unsecured creditors to consider the plan of arrangement under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act have again been rescheduled. Catalyst Paper’s restructuring huddles previously set for May 18 will now be May 23. “Our discussions are continuing toward the possibility of amending the current plan of arrangement which would better enable Catalyst to emerge from creditor protection on a stronger financial footing,” said Catalyst’s CEO Kevin J. Clarke. “The additional time is intended to permit these discussions to be successfully completed.” The rescheduled meetings will happen at a new location, Richmond’s Westin Wall Centre, at the Vancouver Airport, 3099 Corvette Way. It was anticipated the court date to sanction and approve the plan of arrangement will be rescheduled to May 25.
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“I saw poverty in Cambodia (on a trip) ¿ve years ago, but Nepal is far worse.” Ran makes $50 per month working six days a week and attends college to study hotel and restaurant management at the same time. “Nearly all the roads are dirt and bumpy, and there’s a build-up of garbage everywhere.” She and Susanne met a rock quarry owner and his family who live in a six- by 12-foot tin shack. They have no running water and no electricity. Kathmandu, a city boasting fancy malls and hotels has a schedule of 16 hours without electricity every day. Daviau plans to pursue a career in journalism.
Duncan Rotary and Duncan Daybreak Rotary’s recent work in Nepal undertaken through fundraising: At Chimkhola, a remote Himalayan village a day’s trek on foot through the mountains: • A $27,000 improvement project partnering with Pokhara, Nepal Rotary, NEF and Rotary Foundation for an equipped 450-student high school. • A new $18,000 electricity hydro-generator and turbine to replace worn-out 40-year-old equipment. At Pokhara: • Participated in a dental camp for several hundred local children and their families, jointly run by Pokhara Rotarians and the NEF, project cost $6,000 raised by Duncan Rotarians. • An eye camp where Duncan optometrist Dr. Craig Reavley tested the eyesight of dozens of children and parents, donating eyeglasses where needed. Local Rotarians on the trip were Reavley, Dag Waddell, Gordon Butt and Joe Simpson.
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y the way, did you hear: • The Sri Chin Moi Marathon Team (as a part of the World Harmony Run) stopped by Duncan’s Sunridge Place April 22 to pass the peace torch to resident ultra-marathoner Al Howie, in acknowledgement of his many athletic achievements, Sunridge’s Andrea Youson tells us. • Vancouver Island University’s Cowichan Campus received an Excellence Award at the ¿fth-annual Vancouver Island Real Estate Board Commercial Building Awards. The Roy Willwerth Precast Concrete Architectural Recognition Award was presented to Garyali Architect Inc., of Victoria for design of the 3,500 square metre campus. • MP Jean Crowder recently presented Cowichan’s Wayne Jasper with a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for his work with the Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association and the Canadian Fallen Fire¿ghters Foundation since 2004. • Sad to hear about the death of Vidal Sassoon who once cut the hair of our own Ann Andersen in London in the mid-’60s • Congratulations to the students at Shawnigan Lake School who recently hosted their second-annual Model UN event. Grade 11 students Johnny Brynelsen and Max Mueller oversaw all the
Valley people Name: Robert Humphreys Occupation: roaster Age: 46 Hometown: St. Andrew’s, NB If you get a chance go see: Tin Tin — feed your inner child Right now I am reading: Street Rodder mag I’m listening to: anything U2 or Radiohead At least once everyone should: wine taste at Cherry Point Most people don’t know I: also operate a family farm in Maple Bay Proudest or happiest moment: returning to Cowichan to carry on the family legacy Biggest fear: missing out on the spring lineup of Chuck Taylors at Baggins If I was appointed king of the valley I would: build a ring road bypass Before I die: travel to Wales and Scotland Words I live by: Don’t let the bastards drag you down
organization for the event that was praisedin a letter by UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon. • Eight members of the Cowichan Valley Dragon Divas are off to Israel this weekend to participate in that country’s ¿rst dragon boat festival. Kathy McCoy, Carla Davies, Sharon Ramshaw, Sheila McAulay, Naydene Smith and Colleen Guillen will be paddling on the Sea of Galilee with the Island Breast Strokers team from Victoria, while Elly Ruge and Jan Greenway will be paddling with Canadians Abreast teams made up of breast cancer survivors from across Canada. • Duncan-Cowichan Festival Society Lehanna Green has posted a link on cowichanfestival.com where local businesses and groups can download the entry form for the 33rd-annual Duncan Summer Festival Grand Parade. All entries must be received prior to July 6. • You may remember Emily Dorma as the Mill Bay teen who won in the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club show earlier this year. She’s not just good with dogs. Dorma was slected one of 16 ¿nalists in the annual River Rock Resort Model Look North America 2012 competition. 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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drummer Jerry Adolphe, and seasoned bassist Doug Edwards played 90-minutes of the band’s classic hits that had the near-full house clapping and singing along. One or two fans even stood and danced, or spoke out to the guys, during the well-behaved concert. Chilliwack was opened nicely by Cowichan’s polite Royal Canadians quartet, most of whom may not be shaving yet. “They did a really nice job,” a spry Henderson said, remembering his band’s early days. “One’s 15 (years old); two are 17 — and one’s 18!” he said, rolling his eyes. Chilliwack performed about a dozen hits stretched by guitar and bass solos, and strained by aging vocal chords. Those numbers included Lonesome Mary, I Believe, Whatcha Gonna Do?, California Girl, Arms Of Mary, She Talks Crazy Talk, Baby Blue, My Girl, and encore tune Fly At Night. Chestnuts aside, name bands
should do more envirockmental songs such as Chilliwack’s thoughtprovoking Patent On The Wind, saluting Saskatchewan farmer Percy Schmeiser who bravely stood his legal ground against agri-giant Monsanto. Sadly, few folks knew who underdog-hero Schmeiser was when asked by Henderson. Still, he and the guys made their point about creating songs with social punch. That’s also good advice for the Royal Canadians — a teen blend of Ron Sexsmith and Donovan — that offered a half-hour of listenable fare from their fresh album Lonely Whale. The boys clearly have sound instrumental talent, though one fan correctly requested more vocal volume. That said, Friday’s double bill was satisfying but lacked the musical spice to make it truly different. Canuck-rock rating: 8 forks out of 10.
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Nomad: Kinobe (left), a young Ugandan master of the 26-string African harp known as the Kora, and Michael Waters, a Victoria-based virtuoso guitarist blend styles creates in a powerful roots virtuosity sound; 7:30 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 330 Duncan Street. Tickets are $17 advance, $20 door. Call 250-748-7246.
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Julie Nygaard admires a piece by artist Rachel Cruse titled Cowichan Warm Hands during Cowichan Valley Fine Arts Show Gala at the Quw’utsun’ Cultural Centre on Wednesday, April 25.
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Blackie & The Rodeo Kings’ Colin Linden (left), Stephen Fearing, Tom Wilson and band played one of 2012’s best shows at the Duncan Garage Showroom April 22.
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Alex Walker is Seymour and Delphine Apt-Menu is Audrey in the Frances Kelsey Secondary School production of Little Shop of Horrors. shows how some folks will do anything for their own greedy purposes “and fame comes at a very high cost at times.â€? She called Little Shop a mix of sci-Âż and fantasy. “It has many alter-realisms, and that’s what makes it fun to be in it.â€? Doo-wap music adds kicks too, noted Sarah Adams, portraying singer Crystal. Adams, 18 — a member of the Cowichan Valley Youth Choir — said she’s helping other actors vocally. But dancing is another thing. “I’m not a dancer at all, but we have a really good choreographer (Roberts and Serina Cato) — I have two left feet.â€? The moral? “Do what you feel is right, in your gut, but not because of money or fame.â€?
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enetically modiÂżed foods assume a whole new Ă€avour as Audrey II, the human-eating plant comes to the Frances Kelsey Theatre this week. Director Anna Roberts, and student stage manager Joey Vaesen, helm a 19-member cast in Little Shop Of Horrors. “I chose Little Shop because I wanted something fun and happy and upbeat,â€? Roberts said of the musical black-comedy of movie and Broadway fame. “Even though Little Shop has grim subject matter it’s still an upbeat musical.â€? It’s also a sturdy learning vehicle for Kelsey actors and 19 backstage crew. “Along with singing and acting, and getting the kids technical skills, it’s really about the ensemble and building community among the students,â€? Roberts said of her Grade 9 to 12 players. Some characters are swallowed by ravenous plant Audrey II, as love buds between Ă€oristshop nerd Seymour (Alex Walker), and Audrey (Delphine Apt-Menu). But Âżrst Seymour must get rid of sadistic dentist (Tyler Gamble) who’s dating Audrey. “The moral is ‘Don’t feed the plants,’â€? Roberts said. Zander Felton is Audrey II’s voice of the carnivorous plant seen at four stages of growth. “The plant’s voice is a mean black guy, with a low, grouchy voice,â€?said Felton, 15. “We borrowed the two bigger ones from Shawnigan Lake School from its version 20 years ago. The small plants we made,â€? noted Roberts. Menu, 16, called Audrey “a sweet girl who borders on tacky at times, and thinks the best of everybody except herself.â€? That includes Seymour, who gains fame as news of giant Audrey II spreads. Grade 11 student Apt-Menu said Little Shop
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include old favourites and some new ones, with something different every Wednesday. Hosted in part by Coach Spotzie. Every Wednesday from April 11 to June 6 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Chemainus Elementary School gym. Nine session pass is $30/person, $50/pair or $65/family.
The Childcare Plan Presentation: learn about the plan for a quality affordable system of early care and learning for all, 6 p.m. Cowichan Branch Library, Island Savings Centre, James St. Duncan. For more, call 250748-3922 Sounding Colour: Four workshops in May exploring through chant, the healing synthesis of sound, colour and aroma, 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Art House in Shawnigan Lake, 1756 Wilmot Avenue, at Dundas.Suggested donation: $20 drop-in. Call Laurel: 250-743-1249. Ready to Rent: Social Planning Cowichan hosts a free information session and breakfast designed to introduce local landlords and property managers to the Ready to Rent program which teaches renters how to be good tenants. For information, call 250-746-1004 ext 250 or email info@social-
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Canadian Motorcycle Cruisers: welcomes all riders for a meetand-greet and coffee. We meet on every second Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the A&W restaurant in Duncan. For information, call 250-246-2348. Family Fit Challenge: Get fit while playing P.E. games. All ages welcome. Games will
Kathy Bishop: presents using business as a lifestyle for better return on investment, a South Cowichan Chamber of Commerce business luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Arbutus Ridge Golf Club. $25 for members $30 for non-members. Pre-registration required. Call 250-743-3566. Brilliant Body Dinner Class: learn about the glandular system and how happy hormones for both sexes is critical for health, 5:30 to 8 p.m., White Spot meeting room, 101 Trans-Canada Hwy, Duncan. Cost $15. Call 250-748-6802 to register. Bratz Unplugged: Musical brothers Todd and Jeff Smiley play rock and folk-blues favou-
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Tim Hus: a Canadian musician who plays Canadian cowboy music, 9 p.m., Crofton Hotel, 1534 Joan Avenue, Crofton. Tickets $10 or three for $25. Call 250-324-2245. Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families: A 12step program for those whose childhood is still causing them problems, 7 p.m. at the Alano Club, 107 Evans Street. Call 250-748-5993. Meet in the Middle Burlesque: The Naughty and Spice burlesque troupe from Duncan is joined by Victoria’s River Wilde and Pepper Minx, 9 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 330 Duncan Street. Tickets are $12 advance, $15 door. available
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Saturday Gary Fjellgaard: this wellknown Juno Award winner and Canadian Music Hall of Famer at the Cowichan Station Hub. Tickets are $20 each, and available at Bucknuck Books, (Valley View Centre), Volume One Books, Community Farm Store, and Duncan Music. Stand Up for Real Food: Organic Fair Farm and Garden in partnership with Cowichan Green Community are hosting a Food Revolution Day event, a global day of action to inspire, educate, and empower people everywhere. Join Kent and Marisa Goodwin of Organic Fair Farm & Garden to raise awareness on preventing diet- related diseases, and to arm people with the knowledge and tools to make healthier food choices, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 1935 Doran Road, Cobble Hill. The $5 entry includes a free dark chocolate bar and samples from our food demonstrations. Proceeds support the Jamie Oliver Food Revolution Foundation.
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CURLEY: Patrick James Louis “Lou� – passed away peacefully on May 8, 2012 with his loving wife of 35 years Janet by his side. Lovingly remembered by his children; Brian (Julie), Glen (Maria) and Christina (David); grandchildren and great grandchildren. Lou served in the Royal Canadian Air Force retiring after 26 years of service. Then he moved to Duncan, BC where he worked for a number of Car dealerships, retiring once again at 60 years old. He loved to golf at the Cowichan Golf Course where he made a number of friends. Lou will be fondly remembered by all his family and friends. At Lou’s request there will be no service.
H.W. Wallace 251 Jubilee St. 250-701-0001 GREAVES, Allan H.P. Dec. 31, 1929 - Apr. 12, 2012 Allan was raised in Maple Bay and Victoria. He worked for C.P.R. Coastal Steamship Co., traveling the coast to Alaska. Later, as a member of the Merchant Marine of Canada, he visited a number of countries, climbing the Great Pyramid and leaving his initials on the Acropolis of Athens. Al held a commercial pilot's licence and enjoyed flying. After retiring from the R.C.M.P in 1975, Al & Thelma returned to Vancouver Island to pursue his first love, boating, taking their motor vessel, Trident through the Panama Canal. He also enjoyed retracing his earlier years, boating to Alaska. Al considered himself extremely fortunate, being able to accomplish most of his dreams. He truly liked people and formed many friendships throughout his life. His strength, sense of humour, love and generosity will be deeply missed by his family, Thelma, Mark (Olya), Sandy (Shawn), grandchildren Jen, Doug and Tessa. We feel he and daughter Cindy, whom he sadly missed, are now reunited. The family wish to thank Dr. Robinson, Cowichan District Hospital staff and the London Drug pharmacists for their sincere help and understanding. Al requested no service be held.
BROWN, Ruby Lily (nĂŠe) Wayne Our beloved Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother died peacefully in her apartment at Sherwood House in Duncan, BC on April 28th. Ruby was predeceased by her husband Jim (James Dobie Brown) in 1979, her younger brother Robert Wayne in 2008, and her sister Eileen Wayne in 2011. She is survived by her two daughters, Barbara Christofferson and husband Ken in Mill Bay, and Elizabeth Kerr and husband Steve in Portsoy, Scotland; two grand-daughters, Rebecca Christofferson and her husband Trevor Husband in Lake Cowichan and Amy Christofferson in Geneva.; and by one great grand-daughter, Raven Sonamara Husband. Mom was a life member of the Order of Eastern Star, holding all the offices in Camrose chapter, where she and Jimmy raised their children, as well as Esther at Grand Chapter in Alberta. She was also a life member of the Camrose UCW, her church home for over fifty years. She was a singer and music teacher as well as an office and business manager, and loved music, enjoying concerts and musical outings with her many, many friends and family from Alberta and the world who continued to visit her and share her enthusiasm for conversation, debate, and intellectual stimulation until the very last day of her life. Services will be held to remember Ruby in Camrose on May 16th at 11:00 AM at the Masonic Hall and on May 21st at 1:00 pm at St John the Baptist Anglican Church in Cobble Hill. There will also be a Memorial Tea at Sherwood House in Duncan on May 22nd at 2:00 pm. The family would like to thank the staff and caregivers at Cowichan District Hospital, Cairnsmore Transitional Unit, VIHA, the Canadian Red Cross and most especially Sherwood House for their countless acts of kindness to Ruby and to all of us in the past four years.
STARKE, Louise M. (nĂŠe Orton) FYFFE, Jean Louise (Crandon) Jan 3, 1950 - May 13, 2012 (Mothers Day)passed Born in Estevan, Saskatchewan July 30, 1925 away May 13, 2012.
I need to tell you of the passing of my friend,2:00 partner Service to be held Wednesday Maybest 16, 2012 pm and lover, Louise Starke. She at the Chemainus Legion Hall. was born in Dawson Creek to The family would like to thank all of those who hold Margaret and Cyril Orton. She has two dear the unforgettable memory of sisters Jean. Debbie (nephew Charles / niece Chassie) Online condolences may beand offered at ( nephew Jerico Patricia www.hwwallacecbc.com Dalton). Brother Don and wife Nellie Starke (nieces Colleen and Heather H.W. WallaceStarke). We have two children, Donna Marie Louise 251Starke Jubileewith St. grandson Adrian Richard Clifford Vanderstap and Steven Richard Clifford Starke 250-701-0001 with grandson Jeffery James Starke. Louise did her schooling in Lethbridge with the completion of her RN degree in 1971. She married me ( Richard) later that STARKE, Louise M. one. (nÊe Orton) year. Louise had many passions - nursing being She Jan 3, 1950 - May 13, 2012 loved to plan and direct such events as travel, celebrations, (Mothers Day) dress up parties, shopping trips, and spa weekends. She lived life to the fullest. She devoted Iherself heryou family and being need tototell of the passing a Nana was a very important part of this. Shefriend, will be partner greatly of my best missed by all who knew and and lovedlover, her. ILouise would Starke. also likeShe to in nurses DawsononCreek to give a heartfelt thank you Dr. was Brianborn Bass, 3 West Margaret and Orton.home She of the Cowichan District Hospital as well asCyril the many has two (nephew care nurses and attached associates forsisters all of Debbie the professional Charles niece particularly Chassie) care and assistance during Louise’s brief/ illness, and Patricia ( nephew Jerico Mary Doris , Jane and Marg for all of their support overwife the Dalton). Brother Don and last week. Nellie Starke (nieces Colleen A celebration of life will be held the Christian and at Heather Starke). Reformed We have Church, 930 Donna Trunk Marie Road,Louise Duncan BCwith ongrandson SaturdayAdrian May two children, Starke Richard Vanderstap Steven Richard Clifford Starke 19, 2012Clifford at 2:00 p.m. Thisand service will also be shown live with grandson Jeffery James Starke. broadcast at www.hwwallacecbc.com at Louise’s obituary. In Louise her schooling Lethbridge with the completion Lieu of did flowers the family in requests donations to be made to of RN degree in 1971. She marriedhistorical me ( Richard) later theher Duncan volunteer fire department society ofthat the year. many passions - nursing being one. She charityLouise of yourhad choice. loved to plan and direct such events as travel, celebrations, dress up parties, spa weekends. She lived The greatest giftshopping that will trips, comeand to a man in this world is a life to the heart. fullest.- Rick She devoted woman's Starke. herself to her family and being a Nana was a very important part of this. She will be greatly missed by all who knew andH.W. lovedWallace her. I would also like to give a heartfelt thank you Dr. 251 Brian Bass,St.nurses on 3 West Jubilee of the Cowichan District Hospital as well as the many home 250-701-0001 care nurses and attached associates for all of the professional care and assistance during Louise’s brief illness, particularly Mary Doris , Jane and Marg for all of their support over the last week. A celebration of life will be held at the Christian Reformed CYR,BC Jeannine (Bubbles) Church, 930 Trunk Road, Duncan on Saturday May Gladys Sara, 19, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. This service will also be shown live in the at early hours of May broadcast at www.hwwallacecbc.com Louise’s obituary. In 2, 2012, at the agemade of 77 Lieu of flowers the family requests donations to be to the Duncan volunteer fire department historical society of the surrounded by her family, charity of your choice. with great pain and sorrow we
announce thein passing of is oura The greatest gift that will come to a man this world woman's heart. - Rick Starke. mother. BornWallace Feb 8, 1935, in H.W. Vancouver, BC she leaves her 251 Jubilee St. loving children; Brian (Linda) 250-701-0001 Cyr, Maureen (Mark) Webster, cherished grandchildren David (Valerie) fiancÊ CYR, Webster, Jeannine Kristi, (Bubbles) Iain Tulk,Gladys great Sara, grandchildren Jacob, Isabelle, and Madison Webster, as well as her extended in the early hours of May family; Dave, Sue, Jeremy and Trenton Baslee Steven, 2, 2012, at the age Shanna of 77 Ava, and Sienna Baslee. She was pre-deceased her surrounded by her by family, husband Horace (1995) and mother Joyce Carson (2004). with great pain and sorrow we Mom enjoyed many things in her life, the cabin at HorneofLake, announce the passing our Traveling in the RV, Spider Lake Springs, beachcombing, mother. reading, crocheting, knitting, sewing, gardening and more Born Feb 8, 1935, in recently baking for her family working up atBC Fortshe McMurray. Vancouver, leaves her Our mother had many fond memories our Jamaica Big loving of children; Brian trip, (Linda) Qualicum camping , traveling toCyr, Alaska with her brother in law Maureen (Mark) Webster, Marcel Graitson (Jan 2012). cherished grandchildren David She was a member of the ladies Aux. of the Fraternal (Valerie) Webster, Kristi, fiOrder ancÊ of Eagles for 42 years. Mom worked at the plywoods in Port Iain Tulk, great grandchildren Jacob, andStore Madison Webster, as until her extended Alberni,Isabelle, Robinson’s in Duncan foras 19well years its doors family; closed.Dave, Sue, Jeremy and Trenton Baslee Steven, Shanna Ava, and Sienna Baslee.ourShe wasgratitude pre-deceased by Paul her We would like to extend sincere to Dr. N. husband Horace (1995) and Joyce Carson (2004). Watson, the nursing staff of mother 2nd North CDH and Cairnsmore Mom enjoyed many things in her life, the cabin at Horne Lake, Place. Traveling the RV, Spider Lake Springs, In lieu of inflowers donations may be made beachcombing, to the Cancer reading, Society. crocheting, knitting, sewing, gardening and more recently baking for her working up 18, at Fort McMurray. Celebration of Life willfamily be Friday May 2012 1:00pm at Our mother many fond memories of Boys our Jamaica trip, Big Eagles Hall, had corner of Jacobs Road and Road, Duncan Qualicum camping , traveling to Alaska with her brother in law FIRST MEMORIAL Marcel Graitson (Jan 2012). FUNERAL SERVICES She was a member of the ladies Aux. of the Fraternal Order of Eagles for 42 years.250-748-2134 Mom worked at the plywoods in Port Alberni, Robinson’s Store in Duncan for 19 yearsat:until its doors www.mem.com Condolences may be shared online closed. www.dignitymemorial.com We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Dr. N. Paul Watson, the nursing staff of 2nd North CDH and Cairnsmore Place. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Cancer Society. Celebration of Life will be Friday May 18, 2012 1:00pm at Eagles Hall, corner of Jacobs Road and Boys Road, Duncan
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LOST AND FOUND FOUND: CELLPHONE at Valley View Mall, May 12th. Call to identify, (250)748-8504. FOUND - Ford key (possibly with a chip) & remote in Westholme near Westhill Rd. Can be claimed at the News Leader Pictorial office, next to Buckerfields. FOUND - ONE TOYOTA KEY April 23, 2012, on Chippewa Rd, Duncan. FOUND: SINGLE car key, on Cobble Hill Rd. Call to claim (250)743-9029. FOUND YOUNG male cockatiel in Kingscotte Rd area. Missing his owner. Call (250)746-0967.
HELP WANTED
Baby & Community Pat 250-748-6740 David 250-746-4236 Pam 250-749-4165 Diana 250-246-4463 Business & Professional Ladine 250-932-4664 Welcome: Myrna 250-746-1977 Website: www.welcomewagon.ca
we are in need of replacing our dishwasher and are holding a HUGE BAKE/BOOK/WHITE ELEPHANT SALE on May 12 & May 26, from 9 am - 1 pm Wing Night May 11. Come for the Meat draw @ 4 pm and stay for the Wings - 6 wings & Mojito $8.00 or 12 wings & Mojito $10.00 or 6 wings $4.50 & 12 wings $7.00. Baked: Plain, Buffalo, Teriyaki, Honey, Garlic & Barbecue. Steak Night - Friday, May 25 after the Meat Draw. We will be ¿ring up the barbecue, 6 oz. steaks cooked just the way you like with Baked Potato with all the ¿xins, Salad Bar and Garlic Toast for only $10. Special for this night only Steak & a Sleeve of Brew $12.50 only. Call your Legion to pre-order so as to not be disappointed 250-746-5013. Guests Welcome… remember, you do not have to be a Veteran to join the Legion. Lest We Forget
Let’s get personal… the right person is out there somewhere! let us help you find them... We know there are hundreds of singles in our community. Advertise your single status seven times per week (up to 10 lines of text) for FREE! Don’t have an email address to publish in your ad? Rent one of our file numbers for $10/month. *must be 19 years of age to participate
Unit 2, 5380 Trans Canada Hwy., Duncan 250-746-4471 PERSONALS
PERSONALS
SWF in the Cowichan Valley, non smoker, honest, faithful & fit, considered pretty, looking for a non-smoker single white male 53 - 58, that’s looking toward a serious long term relationship of love, fun and new adventures together. Photo upon request. If this sounds like you please contact me at fr2love309@shaw.ca.
YOUNG at heart, 47 SWM, looking for a female, 35-51, that likes the outdoors and working out. Camping, hiking, movies and the finer things in life. If sitting at home with the fire and a glass of wine sounds like something that would interest you, please email so that we see if our interests are mutual. Please email me at gullicksonjohn35@yahoo.com.
The News Leader Pictorial office is holding several sets of “found” keys”, since March 2003. Stop into the office and see if any belong to you. #2-5380 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan, next to Buckerfields
TRAVEL GETAWAYS LONG BEACH - Ucluelet Deluxe waterfront cabin, sleeps 6, BBQ.Spring Special. 2 nights $239 / 3 nights $299. Pets Okay. Rick 604-306-0891
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
If you are new to the Neighbourhood call one of these representatives for your FREE Basket of Gifts. Community Welcome
LADIES PROGRESSIVE’S prescription sunglasses found at the Brae Rd Church. Pickup at Diamond Eye Care, 159 Trunk Rd or call (250)5971011.
Deliver the News Leader Pictorial on Wednesdays & Fridays AND SHAPE UP
PERMANENT CARRIERS REQUIRED ON THE FOLLOWING ROUTES:
CHEMAINUS 455855 – 10046-10155 Victoria Rd (27 papers) 455902 – Cochrane, Maxwell, Robertson, Victoria (38 papers) 455952 – Chapman, McKay, Victoria (31 papers) SHAWNIGAN LAKE 354250 – Evergreen, Gregory, Hunter, Lampman, MacDonald, MacFarlane (83 papers)
*all paper counts are approximates
AIRLINES ARE Hiring- Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783. CLINICAL COUNSELLOR N.I. Survivors’ Healing Society - Counselling Centre for Adults Affected by Abuse - Campbell River. Contract with renewal potential, 28 hrs/ week or may be split. Direct resumes to contact@nishs.ca or fax 250-287-3397 No calls or special requests please. Open until suitable candidate located. HOME BASED Business. We need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet and phone essential. Free online training. www.project4wellness.com
HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS
SMALL SALON has a spot for a mature hairdresser on chair rental basis. Guaranteed clientelle, 50+ community. 4 days to start. (250)710-7272.
HELP WANTED 33 YEARS established Ford dealer on beautiful Sunshine Coast, looking for an experienced Automotive Salesperson with proven track record. Please send resume to scford@eastlink.ca 1-800-5384504. An Alberta Construction Company is hiring dozer, excavator and rock truck operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call Contour Construction at 780723-5051.
FOODSAFE AT Island Savings Centre, May 26th & June 30 courses 8:30-4:30 $65. 250746-4154 www.saferfood.ca
An Earthmoving Company in Alberta is looking for a 3rd year or Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. You will be part of a team maintaining and servicing our fleet of Cat dozers, graders and rock trucks plus Deere/Hitachi excavators. You will work at our Modern Shop at Edson, Alberta with some associated field work. Call Contour Construction at (780)723-5051
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
CALL LARA NOW
250-746-4471 Extension 224 Reporter
TEMPORARY POSITION Do you have a way with the written word and a natural curiosity about issues and people? The Cowichan News Leader Pictorial, the Duncan area’s news source of record since 1905, is seeking a part-time reporter to fill a vacancy due to a maternity leave. The successful applicant will demonstrate the ability to turn in engaging, accurate, objective news stories and features on tight deadlines for both our website and print product. Journalistic experience and knowledge of Canadian Press standards are assets. Photography skill and a reliable vehicle are required. The position opens June 4 and offers a flexible schedule. It requires about 15 hours a week, with the possibility of additional hours as situations demand. The News Leader Pictorial is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest independent newspaper group with more than 150 newspapers located in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Hawaii and Ohio. Please forward your cover letter and resumé — including writing and photography samples as well as references — by Friday, May 25 to:
The Cowichan News Leader Pictorial Attn: John McKinley, Editor #2 5380 Trans Canada Hwy Duncan, BC V9L 6W4 email: editor@cowichannewsleader.com We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
DELIVERY DRIVERS WITH OWN VEHICLE I am currently accepting applications for the bulk delivery of the Cowichan News Leader Pictorial. Delivery days are Wednesday and Friday mornings, with a delivery completion time of 9 A.M. Relief drivers are required for the summer and/ or on-call/emergency situations. A permanent rural route bulk drop in the South Cowichan area is coming available for June 2012. Applicants must be: energetic, like very early mornings, have their own reliable vehicle (van, enclosed canopy truck, etc), physically fit and capable of repeated heavy lifting. Small cars and station wagons are not appropriate unless the route has minimal papers (500 papers or less). The majority of routes are between 900 - 3,000 papers. Compensation is based on mileage, number of papers and number of drops/stops. Please send resume to Lara Stuart, Circulation Manager, via e-mail or fax: circulation@ cowichannewsleader.com Fax No. 250-746-8529 *No phone calls or drop-ins please
EXPERIENCED RN required for very busy, multi-physician clinic. This is a full-time Monday to Friday position commencing September 2012 due to the retirement of our clinic nurse. Please fax resume to 250-746-4473 or email to marlene@ingramfp.com. F/T, P/T, Island Haircutting. Benefits, hourly and/or commission. Call (250)746-7114. HAIRSTYLIST WANTED full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Duncan locations. Guaranteed $11 per hour, 25% profit sharing, paid overtime, benefits, paid birthday, vacation pay, annual advanced training and advancement opportunities. Call Darlene 250-715-1779 today for an interview. JASPER SUPER A is currently recruiting a candidate with good interpersonal and communication skills, with a positive energetic attitude for the position of Full-time Permanent - Premium Clerk. The primary duties include scanning, ordering, receiving, merchandising, replenishing stock, inventory and facing shelves. Candidates require the skills and ability to maintain operational objectives in the Manager’s absence. Computer literacy is a must. Candidates must have the flexibility to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends. A grade 12 Diploma and a clean Security Clearance are also required. Jasper Super A offers competitive compensation, rental accommodations and health benefits package to eligible employees, as well as the opportunity for personal and professional development. If you believe that you are prepared for this challenging position and have an interest in working within a dynamic organization, please submit your resume, in confidence to: Jasper Super A, P.O. Box 818, 601 Patricia Street, Jasper, AB, T0E 1E0. Fax 780-852-5491. Email: rick.lagace@tgp.ca We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
HELP WANTED
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD
PROFESSIONAL JOB Opportunities. Troyer Ventures Ltd. is a privately owned, fluid transport company servicing Northern BC and Alberta. We are an equal opportunity employer now accepting applications at various branches for: Mechanics (Commercial Transport or equivalent). Wage Range: $25-$40/hour. Minimum experience required: second year apprenticeship or equivalent. Professional Drivers (Class 1, 3). Wage Range: $25-$35/hour. Minimum experience required: six months professional driving. Field Supervisors. Annual Salary Range: $90-$110,000 (based on qualifications). Minimum experience required: previous supervisory experience. Successful candidates will be self-motivated and eager to learn. Experience is preferred, but training is available. Valid safety tickets, clean drug test, and drivers abstract are required. We encourage candidates of aboriginal ancestry, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities to apply. For more information and to apply for these opportunities, visit our employment webpage at: http://troyer.ca/employmentopportunities
EXPERIENCED BARTENDER/ Server wanted for the Phoenix Station Pub. Please bring resume.
TRADES, TECHNICAL DUNCAN IRON WORKS has an opening for a Technical Sales/Project Management Position. The job will include estimating of potential new projects, project management from order to delivery including production and review of shop drawing for projects, ordering and scheduling of materials, coordination with production for delivery. The ideal person will be fluent in AutoCAD and/or Solidworks, have a good working knowledge of design of industrial machines and components, good working knowledge of mechanical components, ability to work unsupervised, ability to multitask in a quickly changing work environment, estimating experience of structural and mechanical products, good team skills, ability to clearly and accurately convey requirements to the production crew. Please forward resume complete with salary expectations to diw@diw.ca
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
FINANCIAL SERVICES
FRIENDLY FRANK
MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
APARTMENT/CONDO
ELECTRIC COIL stove with hood, $35, 21” Virtual flat TV, $35. Call (250)749-4845.
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
CLEAN RENOVATED 2 bdrm, Hospital area, on bus route, quiet complex, 5 appls. Caretaker. $795. 1-250-474-0545.
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
APARTMENT/CONDO
WAIST AWAY the summer days in a new bathing suit. Get your 1st 9 weeks for $99 Proven Results! Call Herbal Magic now 1-800-854-5176.
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s that simple. Your credit/age/income is not an issue. 1-800-587-2161.
The successful candidate will be energetic, personable and able to work independently. Knowledge of Microsoft Of¿ce as well as communication skills including Social marketing is desirable. Organizational skills are a must. Wages are negotiable. Closing Date is May 18, 2012 Please reply in coff¿dence to: southcowichanchamber@shaw.org
(250)748-3729
Terrace Estates 3420 Auchinachie Road ---------------------------------Spacious Affordable Suites
HAIRSTYLISTS
1 Bedroom, $650.00 2 Bedroom, $825.00 -------------------------------
HAIRDRESSING in your home, Cowichan Valley area. Barb Stewart. 250-715-6568
New Carpet Large balconies In-suite storage Close to schools, shopping and walking trails Includes: Heat, Hot water and parking -------------------------------------Resident managers on site
LEGAL SERVICES CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.
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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE FUEL/FIREWOOD SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest firewood producer offers firewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.
To view call 250-748-3321 HERITAGE PAWN BARGAINS!! Tour Edge golf clubs, new, in plastic. Pressure washers, crystal ball, Randall tube guitar amp, Harley Davidson bike seat, King C Melody sax, fishing rods and reels, digital cameras cheap. 430 Whistler. 250-746-9810. heritagepawnbrokers.com PRESSURE WASHER, Honda 5HP 2700 PSI $275. Snow blower, Murray, 8HP 27” 2-stage $650. Projection TV, Toshiba 42” flat screen $130. All in excellent cond. call Frank 250-733-2100
ALUMINUM LADDER, 3 combination, $80. Call Frank 250733-2100.
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
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). $750/MO. UTILITIES not included, large 2 bedroom condo for rent. In suite laundry and dishwasher. In quiet building. NS/ NP. Call Leanne 250732-7605 or email leanne_gorle@yahoo.ca
STORE EQUIPMENT/FIXTURES
Avail Wild Rose Apts 1 & 2 Bdrms, quiet,
5 - 4 Ton, 3 phase York HVAC units in almost new condition, In Duncan, BC. $2000 each. Call Howard 1 (604)913-1338
well maintained building. Central location. Heat & hot water incl’d. For on-site manager
REAL ESTATE
Call 250-748-1304
FRIENDLY FRANK
M O N E Y P R OV I D E R . C O M . $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.
FOR SALE BY OWNER RANCHER, (OPEN HOUSE) Sat, May 12 & Sun, May 13, 11am-1pm, 3241 Gibbins Rd. 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath near hospital. Many upgrades, lots of storage, NG fireplace. $289,000. (250)715-6248
HOMES WANTED
BRIGHT 2 bedroom condo on ground floor with patio, barbecue ok, sm pet allowed. 5 appl included. Walk to University. Unfurnished. NS, ref. required. $825/mo. Dingwall St, Duncan. 250-748-7127 CENTRAL LOCATION, Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrms, balcony, F/S, hot water, parking, pet considered, $525$850/mo. Call 250-748-7764.
LOVELY 1 & 2-BDRM suites, Central Duncan, seniors oriented bldg, heat included, N/S, N/P. Please call Art at 250-746-7241.
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 _____________________
Call (250) 710-7515 to view
SHAUGHNESSY GARDENS 3251 Cowichan Lake Rd.
Clean 1 & 2 bdrm units. Full size fridge, stove & dishwasher. Carpet & linoleum, window coverings, fireplace. Quiet, well maintained bldg with elevator & sauna. Pet friendly. Close to schools & Hospitals. CALL TO VIEW 250.710.7515 250.748.3412
WE BUY HOUSES
The South Cowichan Chamber of Commerce requires an Reporting on the Board of Directors, this position is currently part-time, approx. 20-25 hours per week. This managerial position runs front-line reception, processes new memberships, administers member bene¿t programs, handles event registration, maintains the Chamber databases, and answers general inquiries about the Chamber. Duties include, but are not limited to: • Growing the membership list • Membership Retention and Collections • Prepare & Distribute Correstpondence & Weekly E-Bulletin • Represent Chamber at Community Events • Co-ordianate Tourist Info Centre Staff & Materials
DUNCAN 1 bdrm suites $590 & studio suites $520 Close to Beverly Corners, 4 blks to University, on bus route. Updated; new flooring, new paint & some new fixtures. Heat/hot water included. NS/NP. Refs.
Mountain View
PIANO LESSONS in the comfort of your own home. Call Michelle. 250-597-3435 pianoatyourdoor@gmail.com
HEALTH PRODUCTS
DUNCAN: 1 & 2-bdrm, 5 appls, close to School, Hospital and bus route. $650-$800 utils. Lv msg: 250-597-4018.
Free Cable Hook Up!!
368-2720 Mill Bay Road, Mill Bay, BC V0R 2P1 Phone 250-743-3566 Fax 250-743-5332 Email: southcowichanchamber@shaw.ca
Executive Director
FREE BROCHURE- Kings County - “Land of Orchards, Vineyards & Tides” - Nova Scotia’s beautiful Annapolis Valley. Live! Work! Start a business! Toll-Free: 1-888865-4647 www.kingsrda.ca
RENTALS
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OTHER AREAS
ART/MUSIC/DANCING
DROWNING IN Debt? Helping Canadians 25 years. Lower payments by 30%, or cut debts 70% thru Settlements. Avoid bankruptcy! Free consultation. Toll Free 1 877-5563500 www.mydebtsolution.com
Shawnigan Lake 250-743-2217
Now hiring experienced servers and line cooks. Apply 2460 Renfrew Rd.
RENTALS
PERSONAL SERVICES
Licensed, Government Approved, BBB Accredited.
WELDERS, FITTERS required for busy Edmonton FCAW structural steel shop. $2733/hour base plus benefits, OT, indoor heated work, paid flight. Fax: 780-939-2181, Email: careers@garweld.com
REAL ESTATE
HUSBAND FOR HIRE. Nothing but the best. Carpenter, plumber, painter, electrician, pressure washing. Just ask my wife! Call 250-746-4493 or 250-709-1111
Qualify Now To Be Debt Free 1-877-220-3328
TRANSPORTATION MECHANIC Required in Nakusp, BC (West Kootenay Area) Applicant must be red seal certified and able to work on a variety of makes and models of trucks, trailers and components. A CVIP certificate and welding skills an asset. Full time position. Group benefit plan available. Competitive wages. Fax or email resumes to: 250-265-3853 or whrepair@telus.net
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
WORK WANTED
Helping CANADIANS repay debts, reduce or eliminate interest regardless of your credit!
250-746-5099
PERSONAL SERVICES
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
DEBT CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM
Wanted by Coval Security Competitive pay and benefits. Full & Part-time
WEST ARM GRILL
VOLUNTEERS
FINANCIAL SERVICES
LICENCED SECURITY GUARDS
WANT TO see Scenic BC? Needed immediately . Experienced Feller Buncher Operator with Chipper Head/Mower to work around Hydro Transmission Lines. Must be willing to travel throughout BC (based out of Vanderhoof). $28-$34 per hour + Benefits. For more info e-mail: sbcjobs@hotmail.ca Send Resume to: SBCJOBS Box 1136, Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 or Fax: 250-567-2550
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Summer Day Camp & Youth Leader Chemainus+Crofton Community Schools
Damaged House? Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale? We will Buy your House Quick Cash & Private. Mortgage Too High and House won’t sell? Can’t make payments? We will Lease Your House, Make your Payments and Buy it Later!
Description: Positions to plan & implement summer programs for children & teens.
www.webuyhomesbc.com
Qualifications: Students under 30 in Education/Recreation/CYC or related field.
RV SITES
Competencies: Knowledgeable in child/teen development & trends. Able to manage a group Sensitive to socio-economic & cultural needs. Interpersonal skills & ability to plan multi-age activities. Skilled in keeping organized paperwork. Responsible team player who can take initiative. Imaginative Ideas, Enthusiastic, Energetic, Motivating, Arts/Sports experience. Assets: Class 4, First Aid Submit résumé and references to CCSA by email: ccsa@sd79.bc.ca or Fax: 250-246-3501 Deadline: May 25, 2012
Garage Sales
Call: 1-250-616-9053
AVORADO RESORT. Beautiful waterfront RV Resort. New Sites For Sale ($63,900). All season, full amenities, clubhouse & beach access. Co-op Resort w/Lifetime Ownership! www.avorado.com Call 250-228-3586.
LOTS REDUCED PRICE! Crofton, lot in new subdivision, fully serviced, ocean view & beach access. $139,000, $122,500. Builders terms available with 5% down. Cell 250-370-1469
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Community Policing Advisory Committee’s HUGE garage sale is just around the corner (June 23). Book your tables now. $15/each. Call Pat at (250) 748-6740
DUNCAN: Multi family garage sale, The Garth: 1863 & 1857 Sterling Ridge Plc, furniture, kid stuff, pictures, computer desk, jogger stroller, etc. 8noon, Sat, May 19.
DUNCAN, 6767 Trans Canada Hwy, Sat, May. 19, 8am3pm. Estate Sale. Lots of good quality stuff. Compressor, tools, household items and much more.
Duncan: Sat, May 19, 9-3pm, 5870 Howard Ave. Household items, clothes, etc.
DUNCAN, Multi Family, Sat May 19, 9-4, 5555 Paige Rd, off Khenipson, off Tzouhalem.
SHAWNIGAN LAKE, Sat, Sun & Mon, May 19, 20 & 21. 1732 Elford Rd. off E. Shawnigan Lk Rd. Cancelled if raining. 50 Years of Collecting! (250)743-9273
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RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
TRANSPORTATION
TRANSPORTATION
APARTMENT/CONDO
HOMES FOR RENT
HOMES FOR RENT
SUITES, LOWER
SUITES, UPPER
AUTO FINANCING
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE
ROYAL ALEXANDER APARTMENTS Renovated 1 Bedrooms Quiet, secure & newly renovated. Overlooks lovely gardens. Seniors Welcome!
2 BDRM reno’d house, new bath, living room, kitchen. By hospital. WD/FS. $1000 incl cable/net. 250-746-9205.
NORTH DUNCAN- country living just north of Duncan with incredible view, lrg 4 bdrm home 2 balcony, 2 bath, soaker, sky lights,F/P, carport, pets ?. $1500. June 1. (250)7012224.
DUNCAN- 2 bdrm, priv ent, grd level, small yard, close to amenities. Laundry available. $795+ utils. NS/NP, no parties. Call 250-701-3213.
DUNCANUPPER level house, 3 bdrm, 2 bath. $800/mo+ hydro. NP/NS. Avail now. Call (250)746-3988.
DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals
JAYCO pop-up camper for short box 1/2 ton. $1200 obo. (250)748-3144
2575 Alexander St, Duncan
250-746-6442.
COTTAGES 1 BDRM cottage on a farm near Duncan. W/D, F/S & Hydro incl, $800, June 1. 250715-0737 or 250-709-1588 COBBLE HILL- 1 bdrm cabin, on farm land. Call (250) 7434392. SAHTLAM- RIVERSIDE studio bachelor cottage. N/P, inclds satellite TV+ internet. (immed). $650. (250)748-2031
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES Bright, clean 1 bdrm, level entry, w/large garage & storage. N/S, pets neg., $750/mo. with 1 yr lease. Lrg fenced yard. Avail. June 1. (250) 929-4478 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 bdrm duplex, near hospital, new flooring & paint, $900 mo incls utils. Avail immed. Call 250-537-4319. DUNCAN: NEWER Large 3 bdrm, 2 bath, island kitchen, garage, 5 appls. N/S, refs req. $1250. Call or text 1-250-8887088. LAKE COWICHAN- reno’d 2 bdrm, sxs duplex, F/S, quiet rural setting. NS/NP. $650 + utils. Call 250-749-4061.
MOBILE HOMES & PADS COWICHAN BAY, #31-2055 Koksilah Rd, Tall Tim MHP. 2 bdrm Apt., ensuite W/D, 2 small pets ok on approval. $700 mo + utils. 250-597-0617
CENTENNIAL HEIGHTS, 3 bd rancher, fenced back yard. Walking distantance to town/school. Quiet, 3 appl’s, June 15/earlier. N/P. $850/mo. Ref’s. (250)748-3464 CHEMAINUS- 9690 Chemainus Rd. Character house + garden, 3 bdrm, 2 bath. New paint/carpets. N/S, pet ok. $1300 mo + utils. Avail June. Call 1-250-356-1431. CHERRY PT. 1 1/2 bdrm overlooking Satelite Channel. Senior oriented area. N/S. N/P. $975 util incl. (250)743-2370 COBBLE HILL- 2 Bdrm Carriage home, 5 appls, quiet location. NP/NS. July 1. $915 heat/hydro incl. (250)888-3586 DUNCAN, 2200 sq.ft. 3 bdrm, finished basement, Centennial Hghts, 1.5 baths, 5 appl’s, oil/wood heat, walk to town. Dead end St. Private backyard with deck. NS/NP. Ex. ref’s. $1300/mo. (250)746-4352 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. $1100. (250) 748-2424 DUNCAN- 3 bdrm duplex, 2 bath, 5 appls, new windows, carpet, paint. Shed, priv parking & yard. Good neighbourhood. Ref’s req’d. N/S. June 1st. Quiet, responsible tenants $1250 + utils. (250)748-8824. DUNCAN, NEAR hospital, mobile homes for rent in quiet adult park. Pets ok, call for details. (250) 246-8318. LAKE COWICHAN- 2 bdrm home, close to town, nice yard, deck. NP/NS. Refs req’d. $850 mo + hydro. Avail June. 2nd. Call 1-(250)653-4234. 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
RENT TO OWN- 2 bdrms or 4 bdrms, suite potential, great view, great location. Let’s talk, 1-800-309-8809. SALTAIRE, 2 bdrm Rancher, separate garage, W/D, 4 appls, new windows, freshly painted, N/S, ref’s, $900 mo + utils. Call (250)710-9433.
OFFICE/RETAIL 1500 Sq ft, prime ground floor retail/office space. Lrg windows, A/C, located downtown. 604-820-8929, 250-715-6880 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 DUNCAN, downtown 950 sq.ft. ground floor, completely reno’d, office, retail, or consulting. Reception area, 3 offices. Avail now. 604-820-8929
SHARED ACCOMMODATION SHARE LARGE 4 bdrm suite, 1-bdrm avail. $425 inclds utils/ cable. F/S, W/D. N/S, N/P. June 1st. Call 250-740-5619. LARGE ROOM fully furnished in lovely home in Duncan with walk-in closet & own bathroom. Walking distance to town, hospital. (250)746-9678.
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Eagles second to Cormorants
Thunder clicks in a 10-1 win
Buckskin soccer: Great run falls just short
Midget lacrosse: Golia’s five-point game sets the pace but all players contribute
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owichan Eagles were beginning to look like a team of destiny until they ran into the Alert Bay Cormorants. The Eagles survived two penalty-kick tiebreakers in the men’s portion of the Cowichan Buckskin soccer tournament to face the Cormorants in Sunday afternoon’s ¿nal for the second year in a row, but lost 3-1. The Eagles were Àying after winning the men’s Totem tournament in Victoria for the ¿rst time and posted three straight victories to start the Buckskin, but the Cormorants had other ideas. The Eagles hadn’t won the Buckskin since 2005 and many in the large sun-drenched crowd at Riverside Park were hoping to see it happen again. But the Cormorants built a 3-0 lead and never looked back despite a late goal from Travis Brown on a penalty shot that broke the shutout. It was still a great showing by the Eagles who electri¿ed the hometown crowd with a 2-1 penaltykick victory over Saanich United and a comeback 5-3 decision over the Kingcome Wolves to start the tournament Saturday. Another 2-1 decision in penalty kicks Sunday over Nanaimo sent the Eagles to the ¿nal. “The guys played well, we just couldn’t hit the net against Cormorants in the ¿nal and the goalie made three or four good saves, too,’’ said Eagles’ veteran Craig George. “The boys were relentless,’’ said Dwayne George. “They seemed to not give up any steam till the last
whistle blows at the end of the game.’’ Craig and Dwayne George and George Thomas are the steady experienced inÀuences for the young Eagles. “Anything was possible with the boys we have out there,’’ said Dwayne George. “We’re just the donkeys out there. They’re the workhorses.’’ “Our boys are playing really well,’’ added Craig George. Don Bodger “Every game, every Last line of defence is provided by the Eagles’ Craig George, above, to thwart a potential Cormorants’ tournament they breakaway in the championship game of the Cowichan Buckskin soccer tournament’s men’s division. seem to pick it up, a Dean Wallace Jr. below, of the Eagles maintains tight coverage in the opener against Saanich United. little more experience every year.’’ The Eagles were losing 1-0 late in their ¿rst game against Saanich United and in danger of being relegated to the consolation draw right off the bat when cagey veteran Dwayne George tipped in the tying goal. Goalie Taylor Joe saved the day, as the Eagles went on to win 5-4 out of seven penalty kicks. The Eagles manufactured an amazing second-half rally with ¿ve goals to beat Kingcome and then launched back into their penalty shot prowess to beat Nanaimo. “Penalty shots is a tough way to lose,’’ said Craig George. “Luckily, our shooters came through.’’ The Eagles’ Joe, Jordan Jack, Thomas and Kevin Sylvester were all named tournament all-stars. Craig George ran back and forth to Quamichan School where he coached the namesake Eagles to victory in the U15 co-ed division.
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Heather Derocher Heather Derocher was pretty green when she started in the Cowichan Secondary School girls’ rugby program in Grade 10. Now in Grade 12, she is the heart and soul of the team at No. 10 as the T-Birds head into the provincial championships. “It definitely is a position of more responsibility,’’ said Derocher. “Over the years, I feel I’ve been able to grow into it more.’’ She’s also a tremendous student and just won a $300 scholarship from island girls’ rugby. Playing club rugby for two years helped solidify things for Derocher. “Heather’s been an extremely dedicated athlete for us and a great role model in terms of being a leader and a team player,’’ said coach Brad Skene. “It’s great to see in her Grade 12 year she’s got the confidence to use the skills she has.’’ view video at www.cowichannewsleader.com/Don Bodger
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owichan Valley Lacrosse Association’s Midget A Thunder is coming along nicely for a young squad. The Thunder played a tough game Thursday against Saanich and lost 7-6. Goals came from six different players in the loss: Adam Golia, Aiden Miller, Taylor Martin, Chris Branting, Braylon Lumb and Brandon Corby. Colin Winship ¿gured in the scoring with three assists. Martin, Golia and Tyson Black had single assists. The Thunder played a powerful Peninsula Midget B team Friday at Cowichan Arena and posted a convincing 10-1 victory. Luke Frost carried the hot hand with a hat trick while Golia netted a pair of goals. Other markers came from Martin, Corby, Lumb, Winship and Black. Golia added three assists for a ¿ve-point game. Corby contributed a pair of assists and singles went to Lumb, Jimmy Joe Johnnie, Winship, Steven Robertson, Black and Derek Hayes. Other recent games included a 6-5 Thunder win over Nanaimo at Kerry Park Arena. Returning to Kerry Park last Tuesday night, the Thunder put up a determined ¿ght but lost 8-3 to Juan de Fuca. “We played them close for the ¿rst two periods,’’ observed coach Lorne Winship. Cowichan was down 3-2 after the ¿rst period and still only trailed 4-3 after the second. The team simply ran out of gas in the third. Frost (2) and Black scored the Thunder goals. The high-powered midget team of last year is gone, with most of the players moving on to the higher Intermediate A, Intermediate B or Junior B levels. But the remaining players are picking up the pace and the concepts necessary for success. “Typically players at the midget A level have played eight to 10 years,’’ noted Winship. The Thunder has ¿ve who’ve never even played A ball and one who’s never played lacrosse before. Four team members have only played for one year. “Having said that, we have a tremendous bunch of committed 15- and 16- year-olds that are developing at a very fast pace,’’ noted Winship. “They are sponges at practice learning the game and are also a ton of fun to be around.’’
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Brentwood College rowing trip to Seattle regatta memorable
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The Brentwood College varsity eight boys’ rowing crew hit the big time during the annual Seattle opening day regatta. The Brentwood crew seized the opportunity to try out a new race plan. “With six Grade 11s and a
Grade 10 coxswain, everything is new for these guys,’’ pointed out Brentwood’s Head of Rowing Brian Carr. “I was really impressed with the way that they handled themselves under extreme pressure from the competition and then the throngs of
screaming fans.’’ The Windermere Cup is one of the most prestigious regattas in North America. Brentwood was the only Canadian boat and the lone school entered in the club division and placed second.
Brentwood girls beat their rivals in annual battle Taking turns: Shawnigan can’t recover after falling behind by three tries in the first half Don Bodger
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Going full bore for Brentwood with the ball is Emma Freeman while surrounded by Shawnigan Lake’s Marijika Delen, Danielle Tjia and Rhianna Henderson.
he balance of power keeps shifting the last few seasons between Shawnigan Lake School and Brentwood College in Island AA girls’ high school rugby. It was host Brentwood’s turn again to take the No. 1 spot on a sunny Saturday, beating Shawnigan Lake 29-5. “It seemed a lot closer than that,’’ said Brentwood co-coach Steve Cowie. “We went two years where they beat us. “They probably dropped a couple where they should have scored. Our girls really stepped it up on defence. That try at the end of the half put a shock to the system.’’ Brentwood owned a 17-0 lead when Shawnigan’s Nicole Crowley broke through to score right at halftime. Lauren Aspden, Tyler Currie and Nambi Mbaja had scored tries earlier for Brentwood, with Aspden also adding a conversion. Shawnigan failed to gain any momentum to mount a comeback from the Crowley try in the second half. Emma Freeman added a try and Aspden scored another and converted it to round out the scoring. “We practiced with purpose this week,’’ said Brentwood co-coach Marius Felix. “The kids had to take care of each other and they did. “The kids knew exactly how they had to get under Shawnigan’s defen-
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Brentwood’s Nicole Sparrow tries to wrestle the ball away from Shawnigan Lake’s Georgia Logan, with Lauren Aspden providing back-up. sive structure. “We knew Lizzie (Adams) who’s a fabulous player for Shawnigan, she was really their only dangerous player. We have a ton of admiration for her as a player and as a person.’’ “I didn’t think the score reÀected their play which really has been the story of the season,’’ countered Shawnigan coach Mark Hall. “Eight of these kids are ¿rst-year players and don’t have the con¿dence or experience so I’m really pleased
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eginners and more experienced racers both found conditions and the rowing atmosphere very much to their liking in the annual Shawnigan Lake School Regatta. Shawnigan Head of Rowing Kyle Hamilton was unable to attend the event due to a family commitment, but spent long hours of preparation with wife Erica and the entire Shawnigan rowing staff and then received the full report after the weekend. With spectacular weather — unlike last year when it rained on the second day — conditions couldn’t have been any better. “Everything went smoothly, it went off without a glitch,’’ said Hamilton. Crews came from as far away as 100 Mile House and it was a great tune-up for those crews going to
St. Catharines, Ont. soon for the national high school championships. Parity has also arrived in many categories. “You didn’t have the same crews winning the same events,’’ said Hamilton. The Shawnigan Junior B boys’ eight gained 14 seconds from its performance just two weeks previously at the Brentwood Regatta. Shawnigan’s best included wins in the Junior A boys’ four, the girls’ lightweight four, the Junior B girls’ eight and the Junior B girls’ four in exhibition. Brentwood College recorded wins in the Junior B lightweight boys’ and girls’ eight, the Junior A girls’ four and Junior A boys’ quad. The varsity eight posted a margin of seven and a half seconds over rival St. George’s. “We use it as a dress rehearsal for the nationals,’’ said Brentwood Head of Rowing Brian Carr. “From our perspective, it was great.’’
with much of the game. Tackling has been a problem all season. Again, con¿dence. Tackling is 20 per cent technique and 80 per cent courage and courage doesn’t come easily in a season.’’ Felix is proud of the track record of Brentwood girls’ rugby considering the size of the school. “We get 25 kids in our program, we’ll teach them how to play and enjoy the game,’’ he said. “For us, it’s really cyclical.’’
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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Thursday, May 24th, 2012 Fuller Lake Arena
ABC Room (downstairs) 2876 Fuller Lake Road, Chemainus 6:30 pm registration, 7:00 pm meeting Andrew Leong
Shawnigan Lake School’s women’s 4x+ Jr. B crew, above, consists of Matti Masten, Andrea Ma, Sherly Chen, Giselle Zhang and coxswain Lok Yee Hsu. Below, the Brentwood College 4X+ Jr. B men’s crew of Jordan Sicherman, Diego Mena, Ole Borch, Reid Anderson and cox Santiago Godin pushes hard.
Order of Business: • Call to Order • Agenda • Previous A.G.M. Minutes • Administration Report • Committee Reports • *G. New Business: By-law amendments • H. Election of Officers • I. Draw for FREE 2011-2012 initial hockey registration. Must be in attendance to win. • J. Adjournment * Visit our website at www.cvmha.info to view the by-law amendments
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Caps land Coghlan’s services from the Major Midget North Island Silvertips
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The Cowichan Valley Capitals have received their first big commitment of the off-season. Highly-recruited defenceman Ryan Coghlan, pictured, of the B.C. Major Midget League’s North Island Silvertips has agreed to join the B.C. Hockey League Caps for the 2012-13 season.
The six-foot-one Coghlan possesses a heavy shot and plays a physical game. In 34 games with the Silvertips last season, he accumulated 24 points and 77 penalty minutes. Caps’ coach and general manager Jim Ingram likes the assets Coghlan brings to the team.
“Although he’s young, he is a physical player who will be a fixture on our backend,’’ noted Ingram. Meanwhile, graduating Caps’ captain Devin Gannon has made a commitment to attend Mount Royal University in Calgary for the 2012-13 season. Gannon led the Caps in scoring last season.
Vanier snaps string of wins Island AAA girls’ rugby: Cowichan changes up the game plan and it almost works Don Bodger
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owichan Secondary School didn’t expect to own the Island AAA senior girls’ rugby title forever, especially with the rival Vanier program continuing to ¿eld strong teams. The bubble ¿nally burst for Cowichan in the sixth straight meeting against Vanier in an island ¿nal. After ¿ve consecutive Cowichan triumphs, Vanier ended the string with a 17-10 victory Saturday afternoon at Brentwood College. The last team other than Cowichan to win the championship was Dover Bay in 2006. Cowichan has prevailed ever since, with Vanier nipping at its heels and ¿nally being rewarded. “The dominant Cowichan rugby program led by Brad Skene has made a habit of beating Vanier in the Island ¿nals over the past ¿ve years and this ¿rst victory for Vanier is another chapter in the great rivalry between these two programs,’’ noted Vanier coach Dwayne Mills. Cowichan beat Vanier during the Joe McGeachy Memorial tournament and in sevens rugby, but lost its last two league games to Vanier by more than 30 points each time so Skene decided to revamp his team’s style of play somewhat for the Island ¿nal. “We were trying to play more traditional Àow rugby and trying to
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Passing pressure is applied to Anna Brigham of Cowichan when Vanier’s Madi Gold arrives on the scene. incorporate more kicking into our game,’’ said Skene. He was impressed how readily the girls responded to the change. “I really thought it would give us a chance to win the game and be more competitive,’’ said Skene. “As a coach, I’m not going to get stuck in a groove. We changed what we’re trying to do and it almost worked.’’ Vanier’s Dana Beirnes scored an early try for a 5-0 lead, but then Cowichan took over the territorial play for most of the ¿rst half and was rewarded right near the intermission when Hannah Lauridsen scored a try. The convert attempt hit the post. “Cowichan dominated the play in the ¿rst half due to a myriad of penalties on the part of Vanier and an
unpredicted adjustment to their usual playing style,’’ observed Mills. Vanier came back in the second half to take the lead again on an unconverted Lydia Gaudry try. Gaudry scored again late in the game and Chelsea Tancon converted, but Cowichan’s Samatha Jory went over for a try moments later. Cowichan ran out of time to mount one last attack for a tie. “I’m proud of the resilience the Vanier girls displayed as Cowichan did control the play throughout the match with their determined running and excellent ball retention,’’ Mills noted. More losses than usual this season have been a shock to the system for Cowichan’s Grade 12 players. “They’ve shown real character by being leaders and there’s lots of young kids trying to catch up,’’ said Skene. “Some of them really have to learn what it means to buy into the program.’’ After the ¿nal, $300 island girls’ rugby scholarships were presented to Beirnes and Cowichan’s Heather Derocher. Molly Florian of Vanier won the Courtenay Taafee Memorial scholarship. Cowichan beat Port Alberni 21-5 in the Island semi¿nal Wednesday. Leah Theobald (2) and Sophie Cutt scored tries, with Grace Gillman kicking two penalties. Vanier, Cowichan and Alberni now advance to the provincial championships. Rankings are to be determined.
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Footsteps from behind are heard by Cowichan’s Lindsay Wise, above, from Molly Florian of Vanier. Left, Wise and Anna Brigham provide a double team to stop Chelsea Tancon of Vanier from Änding space along the sideline. Longtime rivals battled it out at Brentwood College again Saturday, with Vanier winning this time 17-10.
Ottawa trip rejuvenates rugby team Learning tools: Bonding on and off the field accentuated through educational opportunities Don Bodger
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Parliament Hill is a must-see in Ottawa and the Cowichan Secondary School girls’ rugby team paused to enjoy the surroundings on its week-long trip.
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apitalizing on all Ottawa has to offer provided the Cowichan Secondary School senior girls’ rugby team with an exciting experience. “As much as this trip was about rugby, it was as much about education and seeing things,’’ said coach Brad Skene. Tours of the Canadian War Museum, Parliament Hill and the Canada Science and Technology Museum were among the many highlights.
On the rugby pitch, the girls played three games against three different schools that were all tough opponents. “Our reputation preceded us a little bit,’’ said Skene. “They booked us in against some very, very strong schools.’’ The building blocks for the trip were ¿rst formed last August. The team left the valley April 29 and returned May 5. One of the hosts, Ashbury College, is a very wealthy, afÀuent school. The kids were billeted with the players and stayed in some rather ritzy homes. “Our kids were really good represen-
tatives of the Cowichan Valley,’’ said Skene. “It was a really good experience for the girls. We did lots of education things.’’ The players returned refreshed and rejuvenated for rugby after what’s been an uncharacteristically up-and-down season for the girls’ program. The results of the bonding the girls did could readily be seen in game action following the trip. “We came back and we played two of the best games we’ve played this year,’’ said Skene.
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EAT IN OR TAKE OUT HOURS: MON. - FRI. 10:30 TO 8. SAT. 11:30 TO 7. SUN. & HOL. CLOSED
www.baando.com
701-0889 2680 James St. across from Cowichan Centre
28 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
KEN EVANS FORD AFFORDABLE PRICES FOR EVERYONE- EVERY TIME!
Your Island Truck Authority
LEASE RATE +
Your Island Truck Authority
WOW! W! W!
2009 PT Cruiser
2010 Mazda 3
Low Km P2994C.
Local trade-in. Great Shape, great colour STK# 12158A Was $15,995
$11,900
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$22,900*
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WOW!
$17,755
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2007 Toyota Tundra LTD STK#11624B
$25,600*
WOW! WO W!!
Only 66,000 kms, AWD. Leather STK#12200A Was $19,990
$13,900*
WOW!
$18,475*
$28,900*
2010 Ford Taurus SEL
2007 Ford Escape LTD
STK#12119A
$14,900*
$499 month*
Loaded.STK#12228A
2005 Ford Ranger FX4
2005 Jeep TJ Summer Fun.STK#12237A
72 month @ 4.99% OAC purchase
2009 Honda CRV
by Gulfstream 22 foot Queen Walkaround bed. onlyy 4600 lbs
$14,875
Stk P3031
$ 41,099 $ 8500 $1370.29 $1000
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2008 Streamlite
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2007 Ford F150 Lariat
WOW!
$297.00 month*
2012 Ford F150 Supercab 4x4 XLT 5.0 litre
MSRP Delivery allowance Dealer Discount Costco Discount
AWD, absolutely beautiful car! 61A Was $21,900 $21,,900 STK#1261A
WOW!
$19,900*
Ken Evans Quality People Quality Product Quality Service DL# 5964
Bernadette Scudder Be
Chris Yu
Edie Lange
Janette Pauling
Dave Faithfull
Bryan Flynn
Glenn Woodman
Ian Smith
David Clarke
Sales Manager
Team Leader
Business Manager
Business Manager
Sales and Leasing Consultant
Sales & Leasing Consultant
Sales & Leasing Consultant
Sales & Leasing Consultant
Sales & Leasing Consultant
439 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan *See dealer for details.
*Plus applicable taxes
250-748-5555
www.kenevansford.com
SALES DEPARTMENT HOURS
Monday to Saturday 8am to 6pm
Your Island land Tr Truck Authority
Your Island Truck Authority
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Your Island Truck Authority hority
48 month @ 0% OAC lease rate
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Zero Reasons NOT to drive a FORD
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2012 Ford Fiesta SES
$22,249 $ 1000
ON MOST 2011 AND 2012 FORD VEHICLES. VISIT FORDCOSTCO.CA
APR up too 72 mo.
#12-81 MSRP Delivery allowance
+
1,000
$
Your Island land dT Truck ruck Au Authority
IN FACTORY REBATES
ELIGIBLE COSTCO MEMBERS RECEIVE