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Five runners from the Comox Valley competed July 14 in the KneeKnackering North Shore Trail Race from Horseshoe Bay to Deep Cove. Dubbed the gnarliest 30-mile race in Canada, the technical course incorporates 16,000 feet of elevation change and includes a climb to the top of Black Mountain, which has an elevation of 4,000 feet. Registration for the popular race is done by lottery, with about 200 people selected each year.
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C-TOW SERVICE CONTRACTORS assess the sinking 50-foot former fishing vessel Miss Donna, which went down off the northeast side of Denman Island on Saturday evening. The family of five on board were rescued with no medical injuries. PHOTO COURTESY OF ROYAL CANADIAN MARINE SEARCH AND RESCUE
Although a family of five lost their new-to-them boat off Denman Island Saturday, the Comox Valley Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue station leader said they’re lucky it sank where it did. According to RCM-SAR station leader Jim Linderbeck, the family, from Barkley Sound near Ucluelet, had just purchased the older 50-foot wooden fishing vessel in Comox hours before it sank off the northeast side of Denman Island on Saturday evening. They were just starting their journey to take the boat home by water around the south end of Vancouver Island. “So it was probably his lucky day even though it did sink,” Linderbeck said of boat owner Warren Robinson. “If he would have ... see BOAT ■ 2
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got in any place else and there would have been higher waves than what we had here — I believe it would really have been a disaster.” According to Linder-
beck, Robinson, who was with his wife and three children, bought the boat in Comox mere hours before he and his family were huddled in the stern of the sinking vessel hoping help
AN RCAF CORMORANT helicopter circles above a sailboat with two men onboard. PHOTO BY CAPT. BLAIR TURNER/442 SQUADRON
Two boaters rescued A civilian sailboat and the crews of an RCAF Cormorant helicopter and Canadian Coast Guard vessel responded to a report of an overturned vessel east of Texada Island on Saturday, rescuing two men from the cold waters. The men had been in a 15-foot boat when a large wave capsized the craft and threw both boaters into the water. Both were able to cling to an ice cooler and remained in the water more than an hour until a passing sailboat spotted them and brought them onboard. The crew of the sailboat called the Joint Rescue Co-ordination Centre Victoria. The Cormorant, carrying Search and Rescue Technician (SAR Tech) first responders, was
sent to rendezvous with the sailboat in case the men required medical care.
would come soon. Robinson had checked the boat before setting out, and the previous owner advised him the boat had a tendency to allow a minor ingress of water, according to Linderbeck. But, shortly after coming around the northeast tip of Denman Island just before 7 p.m., Robinson noticed something was wrong. “He was going about five knots when he noticed the engine starting to stutter or shudder, and with the smell of something burning or overheating, and what happened, he checked his forward hatch and there was, the boat was already starting to take water on in the forward compartment,” said Linderbeck. “His bilge pumps had burnt out.” Bill Coltart — owner of Pacific Pro Dive and service contractor to
C-TOW which provides assistance to boaters in distress — was first on scene with his partner after the family sent out a 9-1-1 call on a cellphone because the boat’s radio stopped working due to onboard flooding. “The bow was quite a bit under water and the family was all kind of huddled on the stern of the fishing vessel when we arrived,” said Coltart, adding the Hornby-Denman ferry was also on scene a little ways off. “They couldn’t get too close because the vessel was in relatively shallow water for the ferry to be operating and it took them some time to launch their rescue zodiac off the side of the ferry, so we actually arrived just ahead of the ferry’s folks.” Coltart noted he was surprised to see the ferry in the area, as
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it’s located at the south end of the island and it came all the way to the north end. The family was taken onto Coltart’s boat briefly at 7:30 p.m., then transported back to Comox by Linderbeck at about 8:15 p.m. They had no medical injuries, according to Linderbeck. Coltart said the vessel was sinking very quickly, and responders realized the boat could not be towed back to shore. “There was too much water coming on
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NDP caucus visiting Valley Renée Andor Record Staff
BC NDP leader Adrian Dix and various MLAs from around the province will hear what matters to the people of the Comox Valley Wednesday and Thursday. According to Glen ADRIAN DIX Sanford, election planning committee Park. The outside fundchair for Comox Valley NDP candidate raiser will feature a Kassandra Dycke, dinner with a focus the NDP caucus will on local food and do plenty of commu- drinks, live music by nity outreach during local musicians, and their packed two-day a speech from Dix. Tickets are $10, of stay in the Valley. After they arrive in which a large portown Wednesday, tion is income tax they will head out deductible. All ages to speak to various are welcome and stakeholders in the there’s no cost for community. “ T h e y It’s a great opporfan out as MLAs and tunity for people in the meet with as many people Comox Valley to get to as possible, see and meet members r e p r e s e n t - of the NDP caucus and ing every- more importantly, or thing from business to equally importantly, community it’s a chance for the groups to NDP caucus to directly environmental orga- hear from people in the n i z a t i o n s Comox Valley about and other their concerns and a g e n c i e s ,” said San- their goals and their ideas. ford. Glen Sanford “It’s a great opportunity for people kids under 12. Tickets are availin the Comox Valley to get to see and able at Laughing meet members of Oyster Books in the NDP caucus and Courtenay and Blue more importantly, Heron Books in or equally impor- Comox, or by calltantly, it’s a chance ing 250-335-3262 or for the NDP cau- 250-334-3434. Thursday starts cus to directly hear from people in the with a caucus meetComox Valley about ing until 1 p.m., their concerns and followed by more their goals and their community outreach in the afternoon. ideas.” Sanford noted the Then, the community has a chance to BC NDP regularly meet the NDP cau- holds caucus meetcus during a special ings in various comevening fundraiser, munities around the called Seaside Eve- province, but it’s ning, which starts been a while since a Wednesday at 7 meeting was held in p.m. at the Filberg the Comox Valley. Heritage Lodge and writer@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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Dogs’ fate must wait until autumn Erin Haluschak Record Staff
The fate of two young Newfoundland dogs should be determined by early fall, as a court hearing for an application to destroy the dogs brought forth by the Comox Valley Regional District concluded Monday. The two dogs — Chum and Champ — owned by Black Creek couple Edith and Jacques Manseau are being held at the Comox Valley SPCA following seizure spurred from a Jan. 5 complaint of a vicious dog attack. The three-day hearing, which began in March, heard from various witnesses, including neighbours, former tenants and the regional district’s animal control officer. Monday, the Manseau’s lawyer Eric Chesterley called three final witnesses — the dogs’ veterinarian Stacey Gastis; Comox resident Ken Beachey, who examined the Manseau’s property; and canine behavourial expert Gary Gibson.
The CVRD is claiming a small Jack Russell terrier belonging to the Manseau’s nextdoor neighbour was dragged through a wire fence by their dogs, and received serious injuries to the throat and back. Gastis testified he treats injuries on animals from dog bites “on a weekly basis” and most are puncture wounds from canine teeth. He noted after looking at the patient chart of the Jack Russell, he could not find anything that he would describe as puncture wounds, and said the injuries are more typical of an industrial accident, with lesions most commonly seen in horses. “If there was a bite, I would expect to see multiple fang bites in the chest,” he added. Troy DeSouza, the lawyer for the CVRD, questioned Gastis if his wife, veterinarian Tammi Whelan, could be considered an advocate for the Newfoundland dogs. “Yes,” he replied. After showing a
behavourial video shot at the SPCA, which showed Gibson and his partner taking the dogs through various tests, Gibson told court Champ is “one of the least aggressive dogs you’ll ever find. He doesn’t want to react to dogs in any way, shape or form.” He described Chum as “much more peopleoriented and interactive” but when faced with an agitated dog in a kennel without much room to manoeuvre, Gibson said Chum “will not initiate a fight
or an aggressive act, but will fight back if it happens.” DeSouza told court he believes there is an option in this hearing: If Crown proves its case, to either grant the application to euthanize the dogs, or if it doesn’t, to deny the application. He noted there are cases where Crown can seek for a conditional destruction order, but in his written submission, DeSouza said it should not apply in this case. A conditional destruc-
tion order has four guidelines — the dog owners have complied with the law; rehabilitation for the dog(s) is likely to succeed; dog owners are responsible owners and the conditional order will ensure public safety. If one of the conditions are breached, the dog will then be destroyed. Both lawyers will submit written closing arguments, and a decision could be made in September, with a date to be determined. photos@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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Fifth Street Bridge will be repaired Delays expected during work starting July 30 The Fifth Street Bridge will soon get some necessary structural work. Starting July 30, contractors will begin what is estimated to be a nine-week project to do repairs and preventive maintenance.
The construction will mean periodic delays and single-lane traffic in mid-August for commuters crossing the bridge. Kevin Lagan, the City of Courtenay’s director of operational services, says the work is necessary to maximize the bridge’s life expectancy. “This maintenance work is required to maintain the structural integrity of the Fifth
Street Bridge,� noted Lagan. “We never like to inconvenience the travelling public, but in this case it’s something that can’t be avoided.� Mainroad South Island Contracting has been awarded the contract for the project. As the first phase of work will take place on the underside of the bridge, serious traffic impacts are not expected until the middle of
Lewis labour looming The long-awaited Lewis Centre expansion and renovation is almost underway. On Aug. 7, crews will begin setting up construction fencing that will surround the work area. The real work begins Aug. 15 when the contractor will break ground on the expansion project. “It’s been a long road with lots of planning and consultation with user groups,� said Randy Wiwchar, the City’s director of community services. “We’ve been tweaking the design for months trying to get it just right.� The project requires fencing in and around the construction zone, including part of the parking lot. Patrons are asked to use extra caution in the parking lot once the fencing goes up and seek alternate parking elsewhere if possible including Lewis Park, Simms Park, the LINC Youth Centre, and on nearby Puntledge Road and Tsolum Road. The project will include an 11,000-square-foot expansio, to be built from August to April. Once the expansion is complete, work will begin on renovations to portions of the existing facility. The entire project is scheduled to be complete by September 2013. Improvements will include a new wellness centre that is nearly four times as large as the existing weight room, new large and Quality Clothing Affordable Prices
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from the front office. � The $5.4-million project has received $400,000 in funding from the Province of BC’s Community Recreation Program. The City is actively seeking other funding opportunities to help reduce borrowing costs. While the project will undoubtedly come with challenges, particularly with parking, Wiwchar notes the end result will be a much improved, user-friendly facility. “We’re going to continue to do our best to provide great service and programs to the community during construction,� said Wiwchar. “We look forward to being able to give our patrons a beautiful new and improved Lewis Centre at the end of it.� For more information, visit www. courtenay.ca or call 250-334-4441. — City of Courtenay
August, when work on the bridge deck will begin. The deck work is expected to take approximately three weeks. The work will be scheduled between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. each day with efforts made to avoid peak volume traffic. The City is avoiding night-time construction in consideration of nearby residents. “Some of the work required on the bridge will be quite noisy,� said Lagan. “Working at night would be unfair to those who live around the bridge area.� Crews will replace deck expansion joints and apply a corrosion resistant coating to the underside of the bridge. The project will also replace damaged concrete, increase the skid resistance by roughening the existing surface, and seal the bridge deck. Contractors will construct an access platform underneath the bridge to allow them to complete the work. While the Fifth Street Bridge is in need of a new paint job, this will not be part of the maintenance and repairs. The complete recoating of the bridge is on hold pending the results of a grant application submitted to the provincial government. The City is working with McElhanney Engineering and the contractor to develop a traffic management
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Community volunteer honoured Governor General gives Frayne special award
ment. At 78 years of age, she’s still involved with the Council of Canadians, the Citizens for Quality Healthcare, CoalWatch Comox ValRenée Andor ley, and is busy protesting the proposed Record Staff Enbridge Pipeline in Courtenay’s Gwyn B.C. In the past, Frayne Frayne has spent years helping others and was executive direcstanding up for what tor of the Comox Valshe believes in — and ley Crisis Centre; she now, her efforts have helped start the Eurebeen recognized by the ka Clubhouse, which is a centre for adults with Governor General. Frayne received mental illness; helped the Caring Canadian start the North Island Award in Victoria on AIDS Coalition, which Thursday for her con- is now called AIDS Vantribution to the Comox couver Island; helped start the Sonshine Valley community. She said she felt very Club; helped secure honoured to receive funding for the Salvathe award, but noted tion Army’s men’s shelter; and she was has been shocked She is a ded- i n t e g r a l when she f o u n d icated community in numern o t i f i c a - activist who lives, ous other projects tion in the sat mail about breathes and now and a month sings social justice on various ago. and has educated c o m m u nity orga“I mean nization that was a a whole whack boards. surprise, to of people in this As an get that (in community. Her example of the mail), b e c a u s e actions and strong her dedication, I’m always presence makes she used criticizing the Comox Valley to phone the govern- a better place for 50 people ment — I to notify was rather all of us to call them of surprised,” home. meetings s a i d Sally Gellard for the Frayne C o m o x with a laugh. “I actually Valley Coalition to thought the Governor Save Social Programs, General’s office was (which is now disgoing to inform me solved), and sat outside they’d made a mis- Stan Hagen’s office one hour per week for one take.” Frayne worked as year in an effort to a social worker and have social programs taught social work reinstated. Comox Valley resibefore taking an early dent Sally Gellard met retirement. But unlike most, WINNING Frayne did not slow NUMBERS down in her retire-
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LOCAL COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER and activist Gwyn Frayne displays her Caring Canadian Award she received from the Governor General last week. PHOTO BY RENÉE ANDOR Frayne over 20 years ago during the Comox Valley Crisis Centre training sessions Frayne led, and said she has been an inspiration and mentor to many in the Valley. “Gwyn pointed out the injustice of people living without homes, of people with mental illness being left without support, of violence against women, occurring right beneath our
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community activist who lives, breathes and now sings social justice and has educated a whole whack of people in this community. Her actions and strong presence makes the Comox Valley a better place for all of us to call home.” Frayne noted she’s still getting used to the idea of receiving such a prestigious award, as she’s usually busy trying to have other people recognized for their achievements, and has never won one like this before. “This has felt very different for me … I’m not used to being the recipient of awards; I’ve been getting other people to get them so that was quite different,” said Frayne, adding she will likely continue her work as long as she can. “I suppose if I stop entirely that’s when I’ll be dead,” she said with a chuckle. Eight other volunteers from Vancouver Island and one from Delta received the award, though Frayne was the only recipient north of Nanaimo. writer@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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Green leader delivers warning here Introduced as the hardest-working MP in Ottawa, Elizabeth May took the stage at the Filberg Centre on July 19 and delivered a fistful of information, anecdotes, ideas, plans and a warning. May is the Leader of the Green Party of Canada; MP for Saanich-Gulf Islands and the first elected Green MP in Canada. She has years of experience in Ottawa – as senior policy adviser to then-Minister of the Environment Tom Miller during the Mulroney Conservative government and then
as the executive director of the Sierra Club of Canada. She delivered a punch or two about the current dysfunction of the Westminster parliamentary system in Canada under the current Conservative government. May described several of her initiatives during her first year in Parliament. These included introducing several amendments to the omnibus Crime Bill C-10, introducing private members’ bills, and of course, working with all the Opposition
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Komas controversy rages The Denman Island Local Trust Committee has filed proceedings in BC Supreme Court seeking a court order requiring Daniel John Stoneman and Debra Monica Stoneman to remove a pathway and stairs on the face of the Komas Bluff. In an action supported by the Islands Trust executive committee, the Denman Island group also seeks an order for the pair to obtain a development permit for their house and outbuildings within the Komas Bluff Development Permit Area. In 2005, the BC Supreme Court found that the previous owner of the property, Mr. Ellis, had contravened the Local Government Act by altering land in the Komas Bluff Development Permit Area without a development permit. The court prohibited “cutting trees on, clearing, developing, excavating or otherwise altering” the Stoneman property within 50 metres of the top edge of the Komas Bluff or on the face of the Komas Bluff. In that action, the court rejected the many arguments made by Mr. Ellis and Mr. Stoneman that the Komas Bluff Development Permit Area was invalid or inapplicable to the property, and that they did not require further development permits to alter the land.
Costs were awarded against Mr. Ellis, but not against Mr. and Mrs Stoneman at that time, on the basis that there was no indication that the Stonemans would continue the unauthorized clearing and land alterations on the property. In 2007, the BC Court of Appeal upheld the orders of the BC Supreme Court, and specifically the Komas Bluff Development Permit Area as validly protecting development from hazardous conditions through restrictions on land alteration and tree-clearing on the Stoneman property. In 2003, a significant slump on the property received provincewide attention. A geotechnical report prepared by Thurber Engineering concluded the slump was a result of “incautious human activity” — tree-cutting and ditching too close to the crest of the bluff without a development permit. The Denman Island Local Trust Committee is seeking a court injunction to require the Stonemans to remove a path and
stairs on the face of the bluff, to implement the requirements of a geotechnical report to remediate the property, and to complete their development permit application in relation to their house and outbuildings in accordance with geotechnical recommendations. The Stonemans have initiated two court actions of their own against the Denman Island Local Trust Committee, claiming the Komas Bluff Development Permit Area is invalid, that they do not require a development permit for the house and outbuildings, and that local trustees and staff have acted improperly. The Islands Trust has agreed that the Stonemans’ judicial review may be heard together with its application for enforcement of the Komas Bluff development permit requirements, which is set for the week of Oct. 29. A trial regarding the second of the Stonemans’ actions is scheduled for February 2013. — Islands Trust
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have to know the rules better than anyone else so she carries the tome with her everywhere and directs her staff — interns and volunteers stuffed into her office in shifts — to study and use it as well. Injecting a little humour into the evening, May noted that the media first wrote her off when she was excluded from the leaders’ debate during the 2011 election; then predicted she couldn’t win because she wasn’t running a campaign across the country (while she traveled ceaselessly) and then, when elected, that the country wouldn’t hear another thing from her. May has risen and spoken in the House of Commons more than any other MP and has spoken to thousands of Canadians — in person and through the media — to let us all know what is happening to our democracy and our future. Her report card of the first year of the Conservative majority under Stephen Harper includes: Abuse of
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LANGLEY — Surviving members of Canada’s first parachute battalion, who saw action at D-Day and in various parts of Europe during the Second World War, gathered Sunday to mark the 70th anniversary of its founding. Retired Lieut.-Col. Wayne Dehnke of Chilliwack, the current president of the Canadian Airborne Forces Association, Branch 8 (Bornewest of Chilliwack), said the 11 members who gathered are an amazing group, with a fascinating story of service. Bornewest has approximately 250 members within B.C., including Vancouver Island. An association of retired military paratroopers, it meets regularly for social gatherings and commemorative military events. The 1st Canadian Parachute Battalion was created by an order of the
HERBIE HARRIS OF Comox attended a weekend reunion of the 1st Canadian Parachute Battalion. PHOTO BY FRANK BUCHOLTZ/BLACK PRESS Canadian War Cabinet on Canada Day (then known as Dominion Day) — July 1, 1942. It was the first Canadian unit on the ground on D-Day; the only Canadian unit to fight in the Ardennes; the only Canadian unit to meet the Russian Army in Europe and the only unit in the British 6th Airborne Division to have a recipient of the Victoria Cross. The 11 members of the battalion who attended the Langley gathering were Herbie Harris of Comox, Denis Labossiere of Vancouver; Monty Marsden of Mission; George Whatley
against German forces until it reached the Seine River. After returning to England in September to be reinforced, the battalion was ferried to Belgium on Christmas Day, 1944. There, it fought in the Ardennes Battle of the Bulge. By the end of January 1945, the battalion took over and held defensive positions along the Mass River in Holland until the end of February. On March 24, 1945, the battalion parachuted across the Rhine River near Wesel, Germany, in the largest concentrated airborne operation of the war.
of Abbotsford; Jim Kingsley of Parksville; Ray Ward of Mission; Darrel Harris of Delta; George Siggs of Vancouver; Joe Pringle of Kamloops; Knobby Clark of Mission and Peter Braidwood of Chilliwack. In the first hour of D-Day, on June 6, 1944, the battalion parachuted into Normandy, France with the British 6th Airborne Division. Despite heavy casualties, the battalion survived its objectives and held off determined German attacks until the mid-August breakout from the area. The battalion advanced
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Donald Hewson, presi- six-year history of raising dent of Brothers Creek funds and providing scholTrading Ltd, was welcomed arships for children of fallas Honorary Colonel (HCol) en military members and of 19 Wing Comox in a funding summer camps for ceremony Friday at CFB children of parents who Comox. are deployed HCol Hewson operations. on takes over HCol Hewson from HCol Dr. is a longtime Lou Dryden, player and supwho has served porter of rugby, the men and having reprewomen of 19 sented Canada Wing within on four Canada the community Classic tours. for the past “HCol Hewsfour years. on’s support for HCol Hewsmilitary memon was born DONALD HEWSON bers and famiin Edmonton and attended lies in British Columbia is the University of British well-known and his formal Columbia. He has always induction into the RCAF been employed within the family is not only a reclumber and logging indus- ognition of his charitable try, initially as a trader then contributions, but will also as manager for Rayonier further reinforce our great Canada Building Products relationship with Canada and subsequently with Cat- Company and the work it termole Timber. In 2007 he does,” said Col. Jim Benassumed his current posi- ninger, 19 Wing Commandtion as head of Brothers er. “As an outdoorsman who Creek Trading Ltd. holds his pilot’s license, While he is active within he will certainly relate to the business community, many members of 19 Wing he is just as involved with who enjoy the great recrecharitable work. HCol ational opportunities that Hewson is the president of life in the Comox Valley the British Columbia Chap- affords.” ter of Canada Company. Honorary colonels work This organization has a behind the scenes.
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SOME COLOURFUL CHARACTERS Whether they banged on a tambourine, painted or got their fingers dirty making pottery, people had a ball during this year’s version of the Local Colours Festival. Activities Friday and Saturday in downtown Courtenay included the CV Writer’s Club’s Zucchini Conspiracy Café Theatre event, the Potters’ Place selling chili bowls in a You Are Not Alone fundraiser, fashion shows at Silhouette Theatre & Dance Shop, a children’s art workshop and two events at the Comox Valley Art Gallery. PHOTOS BY ERIN HALUSCHAK
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Rhythm on Rock two days The second annual Rhythm on the Rock Music Festival (ROTR) is being held Sept. 8 and 9 at the Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds in Courtenay. Rhythm on the Rock is the passion project of producer Jessie Lightburn. The festival exists as a way to showcase and highlight up-and-coming local musical talent while promoting the best of the West Coast. Musicians booked so far include: Maurice, Shane Philip, 50th Parallel, DNA6, David Morin, Ari Neufield, Annie Becker, Mindil Beach Markets, Terrel Safadi, DJ Souls, MC Unite, the Wilderness Crew, Emily Spiller, DJ Skian, DJ Em.Ash, the
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SHANE PHILIP IS booked for the two-day second annual Rhythm on the Rock Music Festival. Naked DJs, Mr Mac Himself, Solomon Potashnick, Kyle Waddington, Cruel Young Heart, Carter Rollins, Banana Fish Dance Orchestra, Back Eddie and the Procrastinators and Magnum. For more information and to buy tickets online, visit www. rhythmontherock.ca. In addition to supporting up-and-com-
ing talent, ROTR will have a craft and artisans market, healing arts area, kids zone, many cultural food options, and many workshops by local organizations and businesses. Four after-parties will be held Sept. 8 at the Bridge Lounge, Avalanche, Mex Pub and Joe’s Garage. — Rhythm on the Rock Festival
Theatreworks returning Summer theatre is in full force in the Comox Valley with a wide variety of productions to choose from. Theatreworks offers up its first show of the season with a limited run of Storybook Adventures, a family show running from July 26 to 28. The unique quality of Theatreworks’ original productions is the focus on allowing each student to develop their theatre skills in a supportive and creative environment while having fun. Young actors five to 12 take on a variety of storybook characters that will be familiar to both young and old,
ranging from Huckleberry Finn to the Cat in the Hat. The heroic storybook characters are confused as they find their stories being mixed up. How this has come to be, they discover, is a result of a cunning plot conceived by the villains. The villains, like Captain Hook, the Wicked Witch of the West, Count Olaf, and the vain Queen from Snow White, have decided that they need to go into another story as the heroes in their own story already know how to thwart their evil doings. A series of mix-ups and obstacles encourage the heroes
to work together and they discover that by reading books they will find all the answers to the problems they encounter on their adventures. Tickets are affordable and are available at Laughing Oyster Books, Videos N’ More, and through Theatreworks. Performances are July 26 and 27 at 7 p.m. and a matinee on July 28 at 1. Further information is at www.theatreworksonline.ca or 250-7922031. — Theatreworks
A man billing himself as “Canada’s quintessential folk and traditional musician” comes to Comox on Thursday for the third gig of the Summer Concert Series at Filberg Park. Oliver Swain’s Big Machine will entertain starting at 7 p.m. With his finely tuned vocals and his skill behind a banjo or upright bass, Oliver grabs the attention of all who hear him. From the most vulnerable and innocentsounding banjo ditties to the brave and imposing bowed bass, Oliver delivers his own brand of alternative folk and traditional music with a smile and a twinkle in his eye. Swain has spent the past 15-plus years honing his craft, including joining The Bills back when they were known as the Bill Hilly Band in Victoria. He played with them until he decided to split for Winnipeg, where he joined Scruj MacDuhk and continued as The Duhks. Winnipeg also introduced Oliver to fiddler Jeremy Penner, and singer Ruth Moody, and the three went on to form Moody, Penner and Swain, kicking off a series of pilgrimages south of the Canadian border to the heart of the Appalachians. It was on this journey that Oliver solidified his love for traditional southern folk music, and he later
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moved to Louisiana to perform with the wellknown Red Stick Ramblers for a year. Swain then decided to bring the music back home to Victoria, where he helped form popular folk group Outlaw Social, releasing two critically acclaimed albums, and touring extensively for several years. Since Outlaw Social’s demise, Oliver has invested the past several years in playing solo shows across Canada, building a fan base, and finally releasing his solo debut In A Big Machine. Oliver recently toured internationally as a sideman with Juno Award winner Toni Childs, and lends his time to being Artistic Director with the Lower Island FolkFest Society, creating the up-and-coming Victoria music festival FolkWest. Swain is a two-time Prairie Music Award recipient (The Bills) and shared a 2008 WCMA nomination for Outstanding Roots Group with Outlaw Social. The Big Machine
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SCENE&BE SEEN JON & ROY play at The Waverley
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CURL plays at the Cumberland Hotel, 9 to 1 am
MACHINE GUN KELLY rocks at The Mex Pub. Starts 9:30pm No Cover. LENSMEN at The Zocalo Cafe 7:30-9:30pm.
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2 for 1 New Release Movies for $8.00
FRI. AUG 24
MON. AUG 27
BLUE COLLAR play at the Griffin
8:30-11:30 PM Hosted by David Spragge
HOLLYWOOD VIDEO
Movies
JAM NITE at The Mex Pub, starts 8 pm.
TEXAS HOLDEM POKER at The
Hotel, 9 to 1 am
FRI. AUG 10
Zocalo Cafe. 7:30-9:30pm
THU. AUG 23
FRI. AUG 17 KINFO play at the Griffin Pub. Call for a shuttle!
So much fun, limited space. Sign up soon at the Griffin Pub.
LOONIE TUNES KARAOKE at The Mex Pub. Win up to 1000 Loonies! Starts 9 pm.
8 pm.
POOL N POKER League at The PIANO BAR with Rob Petrie at The
GRIFFIN GOLF TOURNAMENT
POOL TOURNEY AND POKER NIGHT Everyone welcome at The
JAM NITE at The Mex Pub, starts
Avalanche Bar & Grill tonight!
Mex Pub, starts 2 pm.
BLUES JAM Hosted by Dave Spragge. 8:30-11:30pm. Cumberland Hotel.
THU. AUG 16
Waverley Hotel with Archie Pateman & Friends. Brunch starts 10:30 Music @ 11:30
TEXAS HOLDEM POKER at The
Mex Pub, starts 2 pm.
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8 pm.
Hotel. 4-8pm Sponsored by gotitwantit-needit
PIANO BAR with Rob Petrie at The Griffin Pub. Everyone Welcome! Also Tapas $3!!
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REMEDY plays at the Cumberland
ELECTRIC JAM at The Cumberland
Avalanche Bar & Grill tonight!
BLUEGRASS BRUNCH at the Waverley Hotel with Archie Pateman & Friends. Brunch starts 10:30 Music @ 11:30 ELECTRIC JAM at The Cumberland Hotel. 4-8pm Sponsored by gotitwantit-needit
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JAM NITE at The Mex Pub, starts
Waverley Hotel with Archie Pateman & Friends. Brunch starts 10:30 Music @ 11:30
WED. AUG 22 POOL N POKER League at The
LIVE JAM Featuring Ken & Frank from the “Baynes Sound” 2-5pm at The Highwayman Pub.
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friends tonight at the Griffin Pub. Call for a shuttle!
BLUEGRASS BRUNCH at the
night, join us for fun & games & dinner and fight against breast cancer. Longlands Golf Course
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THU. JULY 26
REDNECK NITE WITH KINFO at The Mex Pub. Prizes for best dressed and games! Starts 9:30pm No Cover.
SUN. AUG 12
TUE. AUG 21 GOLF FOR THE CURE Ladies
HIP HOP with Cory & Friends at The Mex Pub. Starts 9:30pm
W OPE N i o NO
BOOTLEGG play at the Griffin Pub.
Hotel, 9 to 1 am
Pat
BLUES JAM Hosted by Dave
Griffin Pub. Call for shuttle service.
Your Entertainment Guide CALL 250-338-5811 TO ADVERTISE
LIVE MUSIC at the Cumberland
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rs
$20 4-6pm. Longlands Golf Course
THU. AUG 2
SCENE & BE SEEN
Call for a shuttle!
lde
9 & DINE Play 9 holes and dinner for
Starts 9 pm.
CELTIC CARGO CULT play at the Zocalo Cafe. 7:30-9:30pm
FRI. AUG 31 JAGSTERS play at the Griffin Pub.
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PIANO BAR with Rob Petrie at The Griffin Pub. Everyone Welcome! Also Tapas $3!!
Mex Pub, starts 2 pm.
JAM NITE at The Mex Pub, starts 8 pm.
lB
Avalanche Bar & Grill tonight!
LIVE MUSIC at The Mex Pub. Starts 9:30pm No Cover.
SAT. AUG 25
MURDER MOUSE BLUES Band. com CD Release tour for “The Thirst, The Hunger and The Horn.” The Mex Pub. Starts 9:30pm.
THU. AUG 30
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WED. JULY 25 POOL N POKER League at The
Cumberland Hotel, 9 to 1 am
NAME THAT TUNE with VaLori & friends tonight at the Griffin Pub. Call for a shuttle!
TEXAS HOLDEM POKER at The
BC Day Filberg Festival and Comox Nautical Days!
Poppy
ELECTRIC JAM at The Cumberland Hotel. 4-8pm Sponsored by gotitwantit-needit
BIG DADDY plays at the
Aug 6 Aug 3-6
Flower
9 & DINE Play 9 holes and dinner for $20 4-6pm. Longlands Golf Course.
NAME THAT TUNE with VaLori & friends tonight at the Griffin Pub. Call for a shuttle!
August...
Peridot
BLUEGRASS BRUNCH at the Waverley Hotel with Archie Pateman & Friends. Brunch starts 10:30 Music @ 11:30
SAT. AUG 11
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Wednesday, July 25, 2012 • COMOX VALLEY RECORD
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LEFT: WAVERLEY HOTEL bar manager Karen Webber, left, and server Robyn Wilcox. Above: The New Wave Caesar is a signature dish at the Wave. Below: The bicycle hanging from the ceiling is a popular topic of discussion. PHOTOS BY SCOTT STANFIELD
The Wave’s signature dishes will tempt the tastebuds Scott Stanfield Record Staff Aside from the variety of musicians who grace the stage week in and week out, the Waverley Hotel in Cumberland offers a host of tasty dishes in an updated menu. My guest opted for seafood linguini and the signature Hai Gai Salad, a pleasing combination of buckwheat noodles, carrots, green onions, daikon radish, cabbage and peppers tossed with toasted cashews and a house ginger sesame dressing. I dined on black bean soup and a pair of Waverley signature dishes: the New Wave Caesar and the popular fish tacos. All three were delicious. The New Wave Caesar consists of leaves of baby gem lettuce filled with bacon, fried capers, shaved parmesan, crispy crostini and a house Caesar dressing. Signature dishes are highlighted by a bicycle icon — symbolic of the Village’s mountain biking culture. Along with the aforementioned, these include the pulled pork sandwich, chicken tacos, tomato and goat cheese bruschetta, and the Big Wave burger. The latter is a seven-ounce beef patty with bacon, mushrooms, Monterey Jack cheese, Jack Daniels BBQ sauce and — the key ingredient — crispy onions. “It’s (Big Wave) by far our biggest seller,� said pub owner Don McClellan, who along with wife Louisa purchased the Wave last year from
longtime owner Harvey Brown. Greg MacDonald took over as head chef last year while Karen Webber continues to manage the bar.
Eat
Which means McClellan can focus his efforts on maintenance. He said the “signature thing� at the Wave is $5 burger night on Wednesdays, which
to a different beat
are especially busy in winter. Besides the Big Wave, the burger menu includes the Super Awesome Veggie Burger, the Killer Cod and the DCC. Other menu highlights are poutine — which is like a meal in itself despite being an appetizer — and Harvey’s Fish and Chips, which still attracts outof-town patrons. McClellan said the new menu has resulted in a “noticeable jump� in patronage, most of
which originates in Cumberland. “The food sales have increased a lot,� he said. Various knick knacks and historic photographs adorn the interior of the pub, which contains a pool table in the upstairs portion and a stage/dance floor with posters of bands at the rear of the lower portion. “We get lots of comments on the bike,� McClellan said, motioning to the bicycle dangling from the ceiling at
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SCENE&BE SEEN Weekly Food Specials! MONDAYS
DINE & DASH at Billy D’s. Order lunch from our special “Dine & Dash” menu. If it takes longer than 15 minutes, it’s on us! Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri 11am - 2pm UKRAINIAN Platter $9.50 or 3 Topping pizza & caesar $9.95 at The Highwayman Pub. LUNCH SPECIALS Mon-Fri at the Zocalo Cafe PASTA MONDAY All pasta dishes only $10 at Monte Christo on the River BURGER & BEER at the Union Street Grill & Grotto. All gourmet burgers $2 off and Local Island brew on special. 5-9pm $5 EARLY BREAKFAST Monday - Friday 7-9am at the Zocalo cafe
PRIME RIB & all the fixins! $15-$17 4-10pm - All Day Wings $3.50/lb Billy D’s Pub.
THURSDAYS
SEAFOOD PLATTER $12.95 or Deluxe burger & Fries $6 at The Highwayman Pub.
CAESAR NIGHT at the Union Street Grill & Grotto. Get $2 off our grilled caesar salad. Also our ‘meal in a glass’ caesar cocktail for $4!! 5-9pm BURGER NITE come have a $5 burger with $1 toppings (ea.) at the Waverley Hotel
STEAK NIGHT 6 oz New York Steak w/caesar salad and Fries just $11 at Billy D’s Pub 4-10pm
DINNER & APPY SERVICE is on at Longlands Golf Course! 5-8 PM, different menu every week! Best Patio in the valley!
20¢ WINGS at The Mex Pub. Yummy! 5-8 pm.
WACKY WINGS at The Highwayman Pub. $3.50 for 10.
FRIDAYS CHINESE COMBO only $9.95 or Rack ‘o Ribs $14.95 at The Highwayman Pub.
ALL DAY WINGS at Billy D’s Pub. $3.50 per lb.
TUESDAYS 99¢ TACOS at The Mex Pub tonight! FISH N CHIPS Come enjoy beer battered fish. One Piece $8/ Two $10 at the Waverley Hotel SHRIMP MELT only $9.95 at The Highwayman Pub. JAMBALAYA NIGHT at the Union Street Grill & Grotto. Get our house favourite AND Hard Lemon Mango Iced tea for $2 off each! 5-9pm LADIES NIGHT at Longlands Golf Course. Golf, Dinner, Drink Specials and prizes!
CATCH OF THE DAY and music at the Zocalo Cafe Fri & Sat
NEIGHBOURHOOD NIGHT at the Union Street Grill & Grotto. All Tapas are $2 off, Red or White Sangria jugs are $4 off! 5-9pm
WACKY WEDNESDAYS are back by popular demand! 20 Tapas items $3 and piano bar with Rob Petrie at The Griffin Pub.
CHEAP DRAFT DAY at The Mex Pub. $3.50 per lb.
FISH N CHIPS All you can eat for ONLY $10 at Billy D’s Pub 4-9pm
STEAK NITE 8 oz steak with potatoes & veggies. Toppings $1 ea. Prawns $4 the Waverley Hotel
WRAP THURSDAY All Wraps only $8 at Monte Christo on the River
20¢ WINGS at The Mex Pub. Yummy! 5-8 pm.
ROAST BEEF NIGHT It’s kind of a big deal. Served with Yorkshire pudding, potatoes and veggies with cheese sauce. $12 The Waverley Hotel ROAST BEEF with Yorkshire, Nugget Potatoes & Fresh Veggies. Billy D’s Pub only $12 5-10pm STEAK & PRAWNS $13 only at Monte Christo on the River
SATURDAYS
BRUNCH Come satisfy that weekend hunger at Waverley Hotel.
RIB NIGHT at the Union Street Grill & Grotto. 2 kinds of ribs $2 off. All our Local Island Brew is $4 off a pitcher! 5-9pm BREAKFAST Specials Sat & Sun at the Zocalo Cafe 8am-2pm DINNER & APPY SERVICE is on at Longlands Golf Course! 5-8 PM, different menu every week! Best Patio in the valley! CHINESE COMBO only $9.95 or Rack ‘o Ribs $14.95 at The Highwayman Pub. SCHNITZEL & SPATZLE served with braised cabbage for only $9 at the Waverley Hotel STEAK & PRAWNS a 6 oz New York Steak w/5 garlic prawns & trimmings only $16 at Billy D’s Pub 4-10pm
FULL FU ULL RACK OF RIBS for only $177.95 at at Monte Christos! $17.95
GUINNESS DAY get a full 16 oz pint for only $5.50 at Billy D’s Pub LADIES NIGHT at Billy D’s Pub downtown. 8pm-closing Mini Martini Madness 1 oz martinis for $3.50 and there will be chocolate. 25% off food for ladies!
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Youth leading tour of Melda’s Marsh at Seal Bay Park This Friday at 11:30 a.m., two youth from the Youth and Ecological Restoration program (YER) will lead a guided tour of Melda’s Marsh in Seal Bay Park. This is one of the most important Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) recreational parks and comparable to Stanley Park
in Vancouver. With funding provided by Ministry of Children and Family Development, YER is partnering with the CVRD’s community services branch to conduct ecological inventory of Melda’s Marsh. The marsh was named after well know local envi-
Nation calls this forest Xwee Xwhy Luq — a place of serenity and beauty. The tour will be about an hour in length and the trail has easy walking access. To find Seal Bay Park, go up Ryan Road, turn left on Anderton Road, left on Waveland Road, and then left on Bates Road to the
park entrance. Follow the links on the CVRD website for a map and brochure. For more information, visit www.youthecology.ca or contact Wendy Kotilla at 250-336-8487 or wkotilla@ shaw.ca. — Youth and Ecological Restoration
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We’ll take care of it.
From the Chair
Victoria Landsmith Nanaimo Parksville Qualicum Beach Courtenay Comox Cumberland Campbell River Quadra Island Gold River Port Hardy
R.E. (Bob) Scales — Chair 2012/2013 I recently read a report that suggested that—when it comes to giving back to our communities—Canada is the third most generous country in the world. I don’t know where the Comox Valley would place if a survey was done on Canadian communities ‌ but I would like to think that we would be near the top of the list!
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People of the Comox Valley generously donate countless thousands of hours of community service to many organizations each year, which helps make this such a great community! In turn, many of these community organizations, and the various events they stage, contribute signiÂżcantly to the Âżnancial health of our community. This effect, known as ‘agglomeration’, which is deÂżned as: “the idea that Âżrms are attracted to places where there are other Âżrms and market.â€? Or, in more layman’s terms, agglomeration means that there is much more to creating local growth than simply the establishment of new businesses or growth of an existing business, which increases stafÂżng levels or expands premises. It means that YOU make a difference!
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People who volunteer their time, businesses who support local events, and the numerous service clubs, fraternal organizations, youth groups and auxiliaries that work behind the scenes to provide additional comforts for our residents, may sometimes feel that their efforts and/or contributions go unnoticed or don’t really matter. Rest assured that your efforts are always meaningful to the community.
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There are so many great examples of community spirit in the Comox Valley, far too many to list in this column, but a few high pro¿le events that bring in visitors to ¿ll our hotels and restaurants—and contribute to economic growth—include:
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sional biologist Ian Moul to supervise the research, teach current scientific data collection methods to the youth and write a report to document the results. On the tour, the youth will educate the public on the knowledge they have gained about Melda’s Marsh. K’ómoks First
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ronmental activist, Melda Buchanan, who passed away in 2004. She helped create this park, posted many of the wooden signs found throughout the forest and would be delighted to know her legacy was being handed down to a younger generation. CVRD is funding profes-
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Who do YOU know who exempliďŹ es excellence?
go to www.comoxvalleychamber.com or call 250.334.3234
We can take pride in the fact that we can enjoy the many amenities and services provided by both our business and volunteer communities. This is what makes the Comox Valley a great place to live, work and play! Photo by: Gordon Ross Photography
NOMINATIONS OPEN NOW!
BC ShellÂżsh Festival Big Time Out Canada Day Cumberland Empire Days Filberg Festival Nautical Days Market Day & Local Colors Mount Washington Food Festival Vancouver Island MusicFest... and many others!
Comments? chair@comoxvalleychamber.com
Upcoming Chamber Events We are busy organizing a number of events for the ¿nal quarter of 2012 and well into 2013. We haven’t ironed out the details of all of our events yet but a synopsis of dates and topics that have been ¿nalized is listed below. Mark your calendars now and plan to get connected this fall. Please note that our September Golf Tournament has been cancelled. September 13 & 27 Two interactive, informative and fun networking breakfasts based on the best-selling book, Work the Pond. White Spot, Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay. Breakfast 7:30-8 am; presentation 8-8:45 am October is Small Business Month in BC and we are celebrating with: October 10 - New Member Breakfast October 16 - New Business Mixer October 18 - Women’s Business Network Trade Show October 25 - Top 40 Under 40 Awards Gala Cocktail Reception and Dance, Crown Isle Resort November 22 - Networking Lunch December 4 - Annual Business Community Christmas Mixer For information on upcoming Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce events please visit our website: www.comoxvalleychamber.com
Welcome New Chamber Members! Âł Rainforest Outdoor Living
www.comoxvalleychamber.com/Furnishingsappliances/ Rainforest-Outdoor-Living Âł V.I. Fitness Centres For Women
www.viÂżtness.ca/courtenay-women Âł Shaw Communications
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Chamber OfďŹ ce Hours New Chamber Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday, 9 am – 4:30 pm The Chamber ofÂżces will be closed on Monday, August 6 for BC Day.
COMOX VALLEY CHAMBER of COMMERCE The voice of business in the Comox Valley since 1919 2040 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay, BC V9N 2L3 Phone 250-334-3234 Email: MEMBERSHIP COMOXVALLEYCHAMBER COM s WWW COMOXVALLEYCHAMBER COM
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Hornby eagles fledge another – 21st eaglet
COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Wednesday, July 25, 2012
The Hornby Eagles, Internet celebrities since 2006, have fledged another eaglet! This season’s eaglet, dubbed Hali from the species’ scientific name Haliaeetus leucocephalus, is the 21st eaglet to fledge since the pair took up residence in their nest tree in 1989. The Hornby Eagle Group Projects Society (HEGPS) reports that Hali fledged at 8:37 a.m. on July 22. The maiden flight was witnessed by Hornby Eagles’ fans via the webcam broadcast by HEGPS.
The webcam placement allowed viewers to see Hali’s flight; a first for Hornby fans. Hali’s first flight took her to the “babysitting” tree, a nearby tree where her parents often look after their nest and territory. Hali remained perched there for over three hours. She returned to the nest after Mom Hornby brought her a meal. Her return flight was as perfect as her first. Hali will likely spend the next few weeks being cared for by her parents as she learns the
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well as lovers of all kinds of wildlife. The HEGPS Hornby eaglecam is available at the HEGPS website at www.hornbyeagles. com and on Ustream. Updates on the eagles’ activities are available at the HEGPS Facebook page as well as at the Our Nature Zone site. Please direct inquiries to pr@ hornbyeagles.com. The HEGPS website is at www.hornbyeagles.com. — Hornby Eagle Group Projects Society
things she will need to survive when she is on her own. The HEGPS webcam operators will follow Hali’s activities using the panning capabilities of the webcam. The society looks forward to learning how eaglets develop their survival tools in the first weeks after fledging. In addition to the webcam, HEGPS maintains an interactive forum website at www. ournaturezone.com, with much information about the Hornby Eagles. The forum is a great resource for eagle watchers, as
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The Comox Valley ‘Top 40 Under 40 Awards’ have been modeled after similar initiatives hosted in various locations across North America. They are designed to recognize 40 individuals in our community, who are over the age of 12 and under the age of 40, and who are making a difference in the Comox Valley and beyond. Potential nominees could include: a young entrepreneur who has launched a successful business, an individual with a generous heart who is doing great things for others in the local or global community, or the kid next door who is a star athlete in any given sport. The Chamber of Commerce wants to make an effort to recognize the contributions of our young business professionals and youth… and the Top 40 Under 40 Awards is how we plan to do it! Award recipients will be recognized at a gala cocktail reception and dance to be held Thursday, October 25 at Crown Isle Resort. The Chamber will be bringing in a high pro¿le speaker to give the keynote address and hiring a local band to provide entertainment. Tickets to the event will be available starting September 4. A panel of judges, comprised of previous Annual Chamber Community Award recipients and community leaders, will pour over the nominations to select the Top 40. Honorees will be contacted for photos and additional information in mid-September. A public announcement of all recipients will be made in a special insert in the Comox Valley Record on October 19. The Chamber of Commerce looks forward to receiving nominations for the Top 40 Under 40 over the summer and welcomes your calls with questions on how you can recognize excellence in our young professionals. We are also actively soliciting corporate sponsors and welcome your inquiries relating to how businesses and individuals can support the Top 40 Under 40 program. Let the awards nomination process begin! Thanks goes out to the Comox Valley Record for coming on board as our ¿rst major Top 40 Under 40 sponsor!
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Elks invite you for open house and BBQ If you’re downtown for the car show this Sunday, the Elks invite you to their annual open house on Sixth Street (across from the Atlas CafÊ). There will be $5 burgers on the grill and beverages available in house or to go. The barbecue begins at 11 with live music in the lounge from noon
to 3. Washrooms will be available to the public. The Elks’ have a long history as a social club and charitable organization, originally founded by a group of actors and entertainers. The Courtenay Elks have been serving the community since 1922, and through their generosity the Valley enjoys the
gifts of Kye Bay Park in Comox and the beautiful Elkhaven camp on Denman Island. Join them in the heart of the community this Sunday at 231 Sixth St. in downtown Courtenay. For more information, phone 250-334-2512. — Courtenay Elks
Win Return Flights CLASSIC CARS LIKE this one will be displayed July 28 in Cumberland as part of the Comox Valley Cruisers Car Club’s Cruise the Valley Cruise In.
Cruisers will ride again astic people who restore and care for their vehicles, hear some great music, enjoy a piece of cake and mingle with
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The Comox Valley Cruisers Car Club will hold its annual Cruise the Valley Cruise In from 27 to 29 July. On July 28, the Village of Cumberland will host the vehicles from 7 to 10 p.m. on Dunsmuir Avenue. Two blocks will be set aside with traffic safety provided by members of the Rotary Club of Cumberland Centennial. The Dukes of Dodge, who will donate their time to the event, will play ‘50s music in Village Square. Thrifty Foods will serve the public pieces of a cake they will donate measuring four by eight feet. It’s a great chance to view some classic cars and talk to the enthusi-
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Bill Rotheisler takes over as head coach of the Comox Valley Glacier Kings for the upcoming VIJHL season — the year the team hosts the 2013 Cyclone Taylor Cup. The BC Hockey junior B championship tournament mirrors the four-team Memorial Cup format where the host team competes against the top sides from each of the three leagues in the province. “Its not too often you can actually get a gig where you’re straight into the Cyclone Taylor Cup,” said Rotheisler, 29. “It gives you a time frame to build. You
level. For several have to be good at years he has split the beginning, but it his time between his gives you something hometown in Calto build for during gary and the Okathe process and to nagan, working at make sure you can hockey academies in get a good, solid fourKelowna and Penline team going for ticton. Last year, he the tournament. was video coach of “It’s huge for the Team Pacific that town,” he said of the won a bronze medal Cyclone Taylor Cup. at the U17 World “You really only host Hockey Championit probably once in a ship. Three of the lifetime...It’s a per- BILL ROTHEISLER team’s defencemen fect time. Everybody (in the Glacier Kings organiza- were among the top eight picks in the last NHL draft. tion) has a common goal.” Rotheisler describes his playRotheisler has coached at the minor, junior and international ing career as “uneventful.” After
junior B, he hung up the skates at age 19. He stepped into coaching when he took over his boss’ senior women’s team. From there, he moved onto the Pursuit of Excellence Hockey Academy in Kelowna and the Okanagan Hockey Academy in Penticton where he was director of the International Development Tournament program. A former scout for the BCHL Alberni Bulldogs, Rotheisler had coached bantam and junior B teams in Calgary, where he continues to run junior camps. He is the youngest coach to attend a high performance national coaching certification seminar. A presenter at last year’s semi-
nar, Rotheisler included a tribute to the late Roger Neilson, aka Captain Video, whose ‘I surrender’ antics became legendary during the Vancouver Canucks run to the Stanley Cup final in 1982. “Hopefully we won’t need any white towels this year,” Rotheisler quipped. “I’m confident it’s going be a good year.” The Glacier Kings hope he settles in time for next month’s tryout camp. Last season, under the leadership of Jordan Butcher, the Kings finished atop the VIJHL North Division in the regular season then lost in the opening round of playoffs.
Six runners tackle gnarliest course Five runners from the Comox Valley competed July 14 in the KneeKnackering North Shore Trail Race from Horseshoe Bay to Deep Cove. Dubbed the gnarliest 30-mile race in Canada, the technical course incorporates 16,000 feet of elevation change and includes a climb to the top of Black Mountain, which has an elevation of 4,000 feet. Registration for the popular race is done by lottery, with about 200 people selected each year. Local participants were Mary Bridges, a veteran of several ultra races including the 125km Canadian Death Race; Shauna Connaughton, experienced North Shore trail runner and avid ultra trail racer; Kevin Wakelin, a quickly developing force to be reckoned with on the trails; Brad Crowe, in his first race at the ultramarathon distance; and Carl Tessman. Keith Wakelin, a veteran of 18 KneeKnackers, earned a guaranteed entry for the race by winning the event in 2001. The sudden arrival of summer made for difficult conditions on race day. While most of the snow on Black Mountain had melted, large mud pits were left in many sections of the trail. The heat was another difficulty as runners struggled to stay hydrated while running from four to 10 hours. Of the 212 runners who started, 189 endured the entire race — the second lowest completion rate in the 24-year history of the KneeKnacker. First overall was Nathan Barrett of Vancouver in four hours 56 minutes. The first local to finish was Crowe who ran five hours 30 minutes, clinching fifth overall. Keith Wakelin, despite some mid-
race acrobatics, ran five hours 47 minutes and finished seventh overall. He also placed second in the M50-59 division. With 19 KneeKnackers under his belt, Wakelin now hungrily awaits the chance to complete his 20th and join a small but elite crew of dedicated ultra runners. His son, Kevin, finished in six hours 13 minutes, knocking almost 25 minutes off his previous best time, despite getting lost for 10 minutes during the race. Tessman finished the course in six hours, good for 15th place. Connaughton — gearing up for the Trans Rockies race in August — ran the Knee Knacker in six hours and 36 minutes, finishing seventh in the open women’s category. Many of the local runners plan to tackle the final race in the Frontrunners Gutbuster Trail Running Series Saturday at Mount Washington — a pure ascent with an elevation gain of 505 metres over six kilometres. For more information visit www.gutbustertrailrun.com. Start time is 9:30 a.m. The race is part of the Vancouver Island Spine Trail Series, intended to raise awareness for development of a 700-kilometre wilderness trail up the spine of Vancouver Island from Victoria to Cape Scott. It will pass through or near many communities along the way, including Cumberland. Parts of the trail are already constructed, with about two-thirds to be built. The Vancouver Island Spine Trail Association aims to have it complete by 2016. For more information check www.vispine.ca.
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ers showcased the talent from the CVBC. Damian McGeary and Andrew Payne were both awarded with knockout- and fightof-the-night accolades respectively. McGeary (2-0) got the first of many thunderous ovations on the night when he knocked out Revolution’s Fraser Doditch with a vicious head kick in the first round. Payne (2-0), on the other hand, battled tough opponent Herbert Moon from Campbell River Island Warriors. It took until the second round before Payne was able to take control of Moon’s back, submitting him with a rear naked choke. Other local fighters
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What happens when a small town boxing club teams up with the largest mixed martial arts organization in the country? On Saturday night, fans found out firsthand just how exhilarating it can be when the Comox Valley Boxing Club and the Armageddon Fighting Championships joined forces for AFC: Full Throttle at the Sports Centre. “Lots of hours go into these events,” CVBC owner Jonny Mac said. “We brought them [AFC] in to help with planning and because they already have a solid roster. It just seemed like a great fit.” The night, which featured six fighters from the Comox Valley, was one that local MMA enthusiasts will long remember. It was the first all-amateur event for the AFC, which labeled it the Contender series — for the fighter’s possible contention to pro. By the end of the night, it was clear that the fighters who stepped in the cage were only amateur by name. In the main event, middleweights Frasor Jordan of the CVBC and Wade Apps of Rev-
AFC: FULL THROTTLE ignited the home crowd Saturday at the sports centre. olution Martial Arts in Abbotsford put their undefeated records on the line. “These are two of the best 185 pounders in Western Canada,” Jonny said before the fight. “Fight promoters have been trying to get these guys together for a while now, and it’s finally going to happen.” Capping off an already explosive
night of action, the two brought the crowd to their feet once more as they squared off at the centre of the octagon. Apps quickly took the fight to the ground, which proved to be his demise as Jordan locked in a triangle choke to seal the victory at just 1:47 of the first round. With the impressive victory, it could prove to be Jordan’s final
fight as an amateur. “I’ve been at this a long time,” the 5-0 Jordan said after the fight. “I wanted to do whatever he wanted to do. I felt the triangle, locked it in, and that was it. Feels great.” Frasor’s finish was awarded Submission of the Night. In the co-main event, 145-pound phenom Oren Hanscomb of Pure Self Defense Campbell
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included Chris Anderson (5-1) executing a perfect guillotine choke on Abbotsford’s Jared McCann in the first round, Chris Anderson (3-2) besting Bryce Kilpatrick by way of TKO in the second round, and Philip Romanov (3-1) earning a unanimous decision with his relentless attack on Abbotsford’s Gagan Gill. For complete results visit www. armageddonfc.com. “We’re going to keep having these events,” Mac said. “Not a lot of people know it, but we have some of the best fighters in Canada here in our own backyard.” After Saturday night, it’s impossible to argue that.
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River also proved he is ready for the step to pro when he squared off against Matt Shannon of Vancouver. It took Hanscomb (5-2) just nine seconds to smother Shannon to the ground with a flurry of punches before referee John Cooper stopped the fight. It was the fastest finish in AFC history. In other action, two more local fight-
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Valliere wins memorial tourney After winning last year’s David Court Memorial with a final round 61, 11-under par, local golfer Mark Valliere shots rounds of 65 and 66 to capture first place at this year’s annual junior tournament, held last week at Crown Isle. Runner-up with rounds of 69 and 72 was Logan Yanick of Courtenay who missed a couple of short putts due to the speed of the greens caused by hot weather. Other locals
were Terran Berger, sixth place with a total score of 148; Nick Crookall, Spencer McDougall and Matt Irvine who tied for ninth with scores of 152; and Tyson Slater, who place 13th with a 154. The girls division also had a repeat winner, Shirin Anjarwalla of Nanaimo, with a twoday total of 147. Local golfer Abigail Rigsby was second with 162 followed by her sister Emma Rigsby who shot
165. The fifth and sixth spots went to locals McKenna Fox, 167, and Megan Ratcliffe, 173. Valliere is at the B.C. Men’s Amateur Championship in Pitt Meadows this week. He and Yanick then head to Bridgewater, N.S. for the Canadian Junior Boys Championship July 31-Aug 3. Valliere then heads to Cumberland near Ottawa for the Canadian Men’s Amateur Championship Aug. 7-10.
COMOX VALLEY SPECIAL Olympians, from left, Mason Keddy, Jake Hooper and Brad Hogan, display their medals from the BC Summer Games.
Valley lads sweep long jump Marisa Babic Contributor
JASON ANDREW TEES off Monday at the PGA of BC Championship at Crown Isle. PHOTO BY SCOTT STANFIELD
B.C.’s best tee off at Crown Isle The top golf professionals in the province are challenging for the PGA of BC Championship, a 54-hole event that kicked off Monday and wraps up Wednesday at Crown Isle. The tournament features defending champion Lindsay Bernakevitch of Shaughnessy Golf & Country Club in Vancouver. He was the top B.C. professional at the PGA Championship of Canada, a match play event in Calgary. Former tournament winners playing this week include 2000 and 2008 champion Bryn Parry from Seymour Creek Golf Centre, who is second in the PGA of Canada rankings, and two-time champion Doug Morgan (2009 and 2010), who is making his PGA of BC debut after returning from non-golf related surgery in May. Gorge Vale Golf Club’s Edd Boudreau (2006) and Capilano
Golf & Country Club’s Mike Haraguchi (2005) are also trying to again have their name etched on the William Thompson trophy. Boudreau defeated Canada’s topranked professional at this year’s PGA Championship of Canada, eventually losing to Bernakevitch and finishing third. The field also includes many players hoping to capture their first PGA of BC title, most notably the talented Brad Clapp of Chilliwack Golf & Country Club, who fired an opening round of 65 for a one-shot lead over Steven MacPherson of Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Club. MacPherson, a former PGA of BC Assistants’ champion, eagled the par 5 15th on Monday. Matt Palsenbarg of Northview Golf & Country Club and Kevin Black of Seven Hills Golf & Country Club both fired opening rounds of four-under
par 68. Bernakevitch was five shots back after opening with a two-under par 70. Clapp is fresh off an uncontested win at the Assistants’ Championship at Vernon Golf & Country Club, where he shot a record-setting 17-under par. He followed with a fourthplace finish at the PGA Championship of Canada. Olympic View Golf Club’s Kevin Maxwell, another former assistants’ champion and half the winning team at the PGA of BC Pro-Assistant Championship, returns to the home club where he built up an impressive resume as a junior golfer. Host professional Jason Andrew makes a rare event debut, joining fellow local professionals Bill Kelly and Paul Dashkewytch of Glacier Greens Golf Club. Results at www. pgabc.org.
It was first time lucky for Special Olympic athlete Brad Hogan of Courtenay. Hogan, 29, won gold in the Special Olympics long jump event Friday in Surrey on opening day of the 2012 BC Summer Games. “It was awesome,” an elated Hogan said after the event at Bear Creek Park. “It’s my first time in the BC Games and I got a medal.” Hogan jumped 4.46 metres. Teammate Jake Hooper of Comox placed second with a jump of 4.05 meters, and 16-yearold Mason Keddy, also from Comox, was third with 3.61 meters. All three men are from Vancouver Island-Central Coast (Zone 6). Hogan said he can’t wait to share the good news with his two sons, four-month-old Aidan and nine-yearold Isaih, who also participates in Special Olympics programs. Second-place Hooper, 21, was pleased with his results but admits that he was hoping to outdo his buddy Hogan. “I was aiming to beat Brad,” Hooper said. “It’s just a fun rivalry between teammates.” Keddy said he was thrilled to finish among the medalists. Despite the drizzle that soaked athletes and spectators on opening day, Keddy said he was just happy to be competing with other athletes at the BC Summer Games.
TANNER JONES AND Alec Molander won silver medals in box lacrosse at the BC Summer Games. “I’ll always remember this for the rest of my life,” he said. • The golf team representing Zone 6 clinched gold Saturday with a total score of 408 at Surrey’s Hazelmere Golf & Tennis Club. The Island finished five shots ahead of Fraser Valley. Vancouver Island-Central Coast is blessed with a roster of talented golfers, including Logan Yanick of Courtenay, who had something very few players in his league could match – Robert Ratcliffe, a coach with Golf Canada’s National Team – to bring out the best in him. “Rob brings in a lot of experience and
knowledge to my training,” said Yanick, who shot an individual score of 155. “I’m lucky that we have a coach of that quality here in the Comox Valley.” Yanick says his gold reminds of him of his grandfather, a role model who worked hard but always had a smile on his face and who passed away earlier this year. Anne Newman, Zone 6 team coach, said while winning gold is great, her primary goal was to make sure all those she coached had the best time ever. “I keep the sport fun by getting along and keeping the sport a game the way it was meant
to be,” said Newman. “Kids have no problem having fun.” • M y c h a e l a Roelants of Comox and Carlena Chahley from Nanaimo took the bronze medal in girls beach volleyball Sunday. • The Zone 6 box lacrosse team beat Fraser Valley Delta 7-4 and the CaribooNorth East 15-2 to win their pool. Alec Molander of Comox scored twice in a 10-9 cross-over win over ThompsonOkanagan. Tanner Jones, also of Comox, notched one in an 8-5 loss to Fraser Valley to earn the silver medal. • Zone 6 finished first overall.
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Health fair Friday at Simms
WHAT’S MORE FUN than a barrel of monkeys? The Nickel Carnival, of course.
Nickel carnival a laugh riot Come one come all to Courtenay Recreation’s Nickel Carnival. Sweat treats, fun, games and prizes will be had by all. This year’s carnival will take place this Friday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Lewis Centre. A $3 admission will get you 40 tick-
ets to play carnival games, get your face painted, or participate in the cupcake walk. Don’t miss out on this fun summer tradition for children aged five to 11 years with an adult. For more information, contact the Lewis Centre at 250-3385371. — Courtenay Recreation
One drop makes difference The Comox Strathcona waste management (CSWM) service hosts the BC Used Oil Management Association’s (BCUOMA) summer ambassador program at the Comox Valley Compost Education Centre this Thursday. Provincial ambassadors will be on-site this Thursday from 12:15 to 2:45 p.m., promoting the responsible recycling of used oil products and the message that “one drop makes a difference.” According to BCUOMA’s website, the success of this summer program has led British Columbia to have one of the highest recovery rates in Canada. “Come to the compost education centre over the lunch hour, tour the gardens and meet the ambassadors,” said Patty Rose, CSWM compost educator. “They are a fun team with a wealth of information on recycling used oil and antifreeze, plus they will have free
giveaways for our visitors.” BCUOMA encourages other industry partners to support the summer ambassador program so the association can continue to educate the public
on the importance of proper disposal of these hazardous materials. For more information on used oil recycling in our province, visit www. usedoilrecycling.com. — Comox Strathcona waste management
AIDS Vancouver Island will join organizations and community groups around the world to raise public awareness about hepatitis B and C, two forms of life-threatening liver disease. While World Hepatitis Day falls on July 28, this year AIDS Vancouver Island’s Courtenay office will host a barbeque and health fair July 27 at Simms Millennium Park from 11:30 to 1:30 p.m. There will be free food, games, prizes and lots of information on liver health, nutrition, testing and treatment. Joining AIDS Vancouver Island at the health fair will be North Island Liver Services, Wachiay Friendship Centre, the Caravan and more. AIDS Vancouver Island is encouraging groups providing health services, support, advocacy or nutrition to join them and set up a table at the event. Globally, approximately 500 million people — one in 12 worldwide — are infected with chronic viral hepatitis B (350 million persons) or hepatitis C (130-170 million). In Canada, an estimated 550,000 people have chronic hepatitis B or C, with many unaware of their status. While treatment is available for hepatitis C, unlike hepatitis B, there is no
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dian average with 54.9 new cases per 100,000 people in 2009, compared to 33.7 cases per 100,000 nationally. — AIDS Vancouver Island
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With deep sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother Amelia “Emma” Robinson in Shuswap Lake General Hospital on July 6, 2012 with her loving family at her side. Born in Avonlea Saskatchewan on August 6, 1916, Mom lived a full and fruitful life; she is remembered for her great outlook on life and the love of her family. Her door was always opened and she always loved being around family and friends. Mom is survived by six children, her daughter; Jan (Roger) Gallipeau of Malakwa, sons; Jim of Enderby, Richard (Pat) of Comox, Ken of Victoria, Lee (Lu) of Salmon Arm, Blair (Chrissy) of Enderby, 16 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren. Mom was predeceased by her husband of 32 years Clayton Monty Robinson in November of 1971. In their earlier days they lived on many armed forces bases throughout Canada. Their final posting was to Comox in 1955 where she got a job at the Comox General Hospital. In 1963 our Dad retired from the Marine Division of the RCAF which led them to a make a move to Canoe, BC. They were in Canoe for 4 years and then moved to Lavington where Dad worked at the Wometco Coke plant in Vernon. Mom moved to Enderby shortly after Dad passed on. Mom was involved in the Enderby Minor Hockey Association for a few years, and she was also involved in the Salmon Arm NDP party helping with membership registrations and fundraising. A memorial service was held in the Chapel of Bowers Funeral Home with Mom’s nephew Father Keith Heiberg officiating followed by a burial service at Mount Ida Cemetery and reception where family and friends shared memories. Memorial donations for Amelia may be made to the Partners in the Horn of Africa, 1003 Belvedere St. P.O. Box 309, Enderby, BC V0E 1V0 The family of Amelia “Emma” Robinson wishes to thank Dr Malinowski for her devoted care given to our dear Mom. The family would also like to thank the staff of the Shuswap Lake General Hospital, and to the staff of Bowers Funeral Home for all their help, much appreciated by all.
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Arrowsmith Aug 19, 1959 – July 17, 2012 passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. Nina is predeceased by her father, William Paul Kenmuir and mother, Doreen Nina Kenmuir. She is survived by her husband Joe Arrowsmith, sons, Chris Doucet and Shawn Doucet, brother John Kenmuir of China, her aunt, Shirley Kenmuir and uncle, Bill McLeod and Bud. Nina belonged to Beta Sigma PHI and worked for Comox Valley Family Services as an Admin Supervisor. In her leisure time Nina enjoyed camping, shopping at Second Hand Stores with Sorority Sisters, and stamping up (card making). Nina loved her pets, Bruno, Bailey and Ramsey the Cat. Nina was a very happy, fun loving person. She had a lot of love to give and she did on a regular basis. She was also a devoted wife and mother. A celebration of Nina’s life will be held on Saturday, July 28th at 2:00pm at Comox Valley Funeral Home, Cremation and Reception Centre, 1101 Ryan Rd, Courtenay. In lieu of flowers, donations in Nina’s memory to the Comox Valley Family Services or the Red Cross would be appreciated.
Oct 14, 1921 – July 18, 2012 Maria was born in Chrewt, Poland on October 14, 1921 and immigrated to Canada in 1950. She leaves to mourn, her husband John of Tahsis, sons; John (Lori) of Maple Ridge, Bill of Tahsis and Don (Debbie) of Comox. Four grandchildren; Darcie of Port Moody, Katrina (Dav) Victoria, Nicholas (Jenn) and Mary all of Comox, Greatgrandson Mischa Laurin, Victoria. She leaves her two best friends Marta and Ted Swider of Tahsis and her black lab Becky, who will miss her very much. Maria, John and their two older sons; John and Bill settled in Tahsis, BC. Her youngest son Don was born in Esperanza, BC. She was a very strong matriarch who worked hard to give her boys a better life. Everyone knew Maria in the Village of Tahsis, she worked as a cook in the old restaurant by the original Movie Theatre and as a school custodian and knew every child in town and in return they all called her grandma. She loved children and her happiest times were when she had a child near her. Mom’s favou rite saying was “My way or the Highway.” She has now done it her way and taken her Highway to a higher place. Our family would like to give a very special, “Thank You,” to all the doctors, nurses, and hospital staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Comox, Campbell River Hospital, and the Tahsis Clinic. Thank you all for showing my mom your care and compassion. We wish to extend a special thank you to the Ambulance Crews in Tahsis, Gold River, and Campbell River for your quick responses and care. A service will be held at Christ the King Catholic Church in Courtenay on Friday, July 27th, 2012 at 1PM. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Children’s Hospital, Vancouver, BC.
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PARTS MANAGER We have a position available for a Parts Manager in our Campbell River, BC location. This position will manage parts operations within the branch to maximize return on investment through; optimizing Parts Dept processes to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction, growing proďŹ table parts sales, exercising disciplined expense control and retaining effective engaged department personnel. The ideal candidate will have previous leadership experience in a parts department. A Journeyman Partsperson ticket would be considered an asset. Brandt Tractor is the world’s largest privately held John Deere Construction & Forestry Equipment dealer and a Platinum member of the Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies Program. Find out more about our exciting career opportunities at www.brandtjobs.com or by calling (306) 791-8923. Email resume indicating position title and location to hr@brandttractor.com or fax (306) 791-5986.
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FITNESS & SPORTS INSTRUCTOR PERSONNEL SUPPORT PROGRAMS 19 WING COMOX • FULL-TIME POSITION
Instructs physical ďŹ tness training sessions and conducts physical ďŹ tness evaluations for apparently healthy populations. He/She instructs and advises military personnel in accordance with the Canadian Forces physical ďŹ tness program standards. He/She also performs lifeguard duties, inspects physical ďŹ tness equipment and initiates corrective action, as well as assists in the organization and delivery of local Wing and regional sports competitions and with administrative duties for ďŹ tness and evaluation programs. QualiďŹ cations: Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Exercise Physiology, Exercise Sciences or a related ďŹ eld AND some years of experience in physical ďŹ tness evaluation and prescription or in a related ďŹ eld OR College diploma or certiďŹ cate in Physical Education, Exercise Physiology, Exercise Sciences, or a related ďŹ eld AND several years of experience in physical ďŹ tness evaluation and prescription or in a related ďŹ eld OR An acceptable combination of education, training, and/or experience will also be considered AND Current CPR and Basic First Aid qualiďŹ cations Current National Lifeguard Service (NLS) CertiďŹ cate Current CertiďŹ ed Personal Trainer (CSEP-CPT) qualiďŹ cation Canadian Forces EXPRES Test – Incentive Level AND Successful completion of the Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Instructor’s Course by the end of probation Successful candidates will be prepared to commence employment as soon as possible. Eligible candidates should submit a resume clearly outlining their ability to fulďŹ l all position requirements by mail to: NPF Human Resources Manager, 19 Wing Comox, PO Box 1000, Stn. Main, Lazo, B.C. V0R 2K0, or by fax at 250-339-8168, by e-mail to npfhrcomox@cfpsa.com or online at www.cfpsa.com. Applications must be received before 1500 hrs on 03 August 2012. Please note that only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. If you have special needs and require accommodation measures for the selection process, please notify the NPF Human Resources Manager at that time.
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PARTS COUNTER PERSON Sunwest RV Centre currently recruiting a Parts Counter Person. Part-time position Sat. Sun. & Mon. Duties include helping customers in retail store, Parts Deliveries, Store Cleanup, Merchandising and misc duties. Applicants must possess a valid BC Driver’s License, be able to lift 50lbs and able to work unsupervised. Must apply in-person to Tyler • Tues-Sat 8:30-12:30
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Full Time Administrator Union on Bay Improvement District seeks an experienced, capable and people oriented administrator to work closely with the Board to manage its operations. You will be responsible for ďŹ nancial management, managing staff, board relations, building relationships with stakeholders, and administration. The Board has plans to improve community participation, efďŹ ciency, effectiveness and planning. Quals: Post-secondary education in a related ďŹ eld (e.g. public administration, accounting or business management). Min. 10 yrs. experience in the work force; 5 yrs. in a management or coordinating role. Required: knowledge of applicable legislation, extensive knowledge of accounting practices and government requirements; negotiation and conict resolution skills; and experience using Microsoft OfďŹ ce package (Word, Excel) and Simply Accounting at an intermediate level. Technical knowledge of Local Government an asset. Submit resume to UBID, Box 70, Union Bay, BC, V0R 3B0 or via email to ruth.admin@union-bay.ca. Applications to be received by the end of July; interviews Aug 7-8. Salary range: $65,000 to $75,000 dependent upon qualiďŹ cations. For position description visit our website at www.union-bay.ca; look under NEWS.
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RE: The estate of FREDERICK ALDRED PEARSON, deceased, formerly of 1 7 7 1 Centennial Avenue, British Columbia, died on the 10th day of May, 2001 at Comox, British Columbia Creditors and others having claims against the estate of FREDERICK ALDRED PEARSON are hereby notiďŹ ed under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims and any security held by them should be sent to the Executor of the Estate, at the address set out below on or before August 31, 2012, after which date the Executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has Notice. Kirby Lane Cook, Administrator c/o Karen E. Stewart Barrister and Solicitor P. O. Box 454 101 – 191 Jensen Avenue East Parksville, BC V9P 2G6 Notice to Creditors and Others RE: The estate of ETHEL CHRISTINE PEARSON, deceased, formerly of 1771 Centennial Avenue, British Columbia, died on the 7th day of November, 1999 a t Comox, British Columbia Creditors and others having claims against the estate of ETHEL CHRISTINE PEARSON are hereby notiďŹ ed under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims and any security held by them should be sent to the Administrator of the Estate, at the address set out below on or before August 31, 2012, after which date the Administrator will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Administrator then has Notice. Kirby Lane Cook, Administrator c/o Karen E. Stewart Barrister and Solicitor P. O. Box 454 101 – 191 Jensen Avenue East Parksville, BC V9P 2G6
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HOUSES FOR SALE
GARDEN FURNITURE, 4 chairs + cushions + umbrella, round glass top table $150. King-sized bed + maple headboard, excellent condition, $400. All obo, 250-757-9990. LEATHER COUCH 3 yrs old, brown $425. 7.5’ x 9.5’ wool floral needle point rug, $1500. Wicker indoor porch rocker, $125. Wicker indoor love seat, $225. All in great condition. Cash & carry. Call 250-871-1945. LEATHER SOFA & Loveseat recliners, brown. Only 1 1/2 yrs old! $1300./set. Please call (250)941-1401.
PATIO TABLE (long) with extra leaf and 6 chairs, in great condition. Cedar chest, like new. Wine rack, holds 64 bottles. Offers on all 3 items. Call (250)339-1032.
HOME REPAIR & Maintenance Service. Interior or Exterior. Call Les for Free estimate at 250-898-8887.
HOME IMPROVEMENTS RENOVATIONS • Complete Interior/Exterior • House Additions • Decks, Patios & Fences • Basements Suites & Baths • Kitchens • Drywall • Taping and Painting • Textured Ceilings • Framing • Demolition • Power Washing • Roofs • Carpentry • Plumbing & Electrical • Floors: Ceramic, Tiles & laminate • Vinyl Siding God Bless You! 28 years experience Good References 250-338-0525
LANDSCAPING SCREENED DARK top soil 250-218-4078. $13 per yard plus trucking. Great value.
MISC SERVICES GOLDSMITH Custom Designed & Handcrafted Jewellery. Full repair service. Ring sizing while you wait. Engraving Women’s Fashions SIMPLY TIMELESS. 379 4th Street, Courtenay. 250-871-0606
ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS ROOFING - New roofs, steel & more. Install skylights & repairs to all kind of roofs. 20 + years experience. Professional & Quality work. WCB standards, reasonable rates, very good references. Free estimates 250-338-0525
RUBBISH REMOVAL
~ ~ ALL AWAY ~~ RUBBISH / JUNK REMOVAL Environmentally Conscious Fast Reliable Service Scott 250-792-1668 PETS
ROY VICKERS PRINTS. Complete set, 13 original Roy Vickers limited edition prints with certificates. All professionally framed. All the same print number, which can’t happen again. Series of 100 prints and all of this set are #77. Asking $33,000 for complete one of a kind 13 print set. Call 250-245-2263 (Ladysmith).
SERVANTE FARM Hay. 2nd cut hay- drive in barn, you load or we can help. Limited supply. Call (250)338-0110.
LIVESTOCK EXCELLENT HAY in field now! $5-6/bale. 250-337-8732. Please leave a message.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
Diningroom Suite. Oak. Queen Ann style table, 6 chairs. China cabinet sideboard. $2000 OBO. 250-2874252 Treasures, Treasures, Treasures! China, Silver, Crystal at our tiny little shop at the Filberg Lodge in Comox. Visit us soon . Opening May 11. Fri., Sat. & Sun. 11A.M, through the summer.
APPLIANCES KEMORE DISHWASHER, wht $300. Wht KITCHEN AID 30” DOUBLE OVENS, Self clean, convection $800. KITCHEN AID 20 cu ft wht FRIDGE, $100. Manuals for all. 250923-7232
SMALL ADS, BIG DEALS!
VI’S HOT-TUB Covers, made in BC. Professional in home service. 250-897-8037.
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
5000 MOVIES catalogued for sale. Dodge City Video Cumberland. Ps2 X-Box game, Cube games for sale. Movies $5.00 ea. Gams $7.50 ea or 4 for $25. 250-336-8709
2 FENDER Telecasters (USA), one a 1962 (re-issue) and the other a (2010) both in great shape and with cases, $1200 (each). Call (250)337-1740.
UNDER $200 SOLID OAK oval pedestal table, 42x60”. + 4 chairs, good cond, $200. 250-338-2704.
FRUIT & VEGETABLES RASPBERRIES- PICKED or you pick. McGinnis Berry Crops. 3583 Dove Creek Rd, Courtenay, 250-338-1678. 8-4pm daily. Call email ahead. mcginnis@berrycrops.net
FUEL/FIREWOOD Pacific Energy wood insert. Professionally refurbished, high efficiency. $1000. 250287-4252 SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest firewood producer offers firewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.
WE’RE ON THE WEB
AUCTIONS
SOLID OAK Entertainment Unit. Excellent condition. $1200 new; asking $250 obo. 65”wx20”dx55”tall. Call (250)248-5764. STRIKING CONTEMPORARY 2 cushion couch. Micro fibre material. cinnamon in colour. Very good condition. $250 or reasonable offer. Also, selection of woodworking power tools. Tel. 250-871-4284.
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 2 VANCOUVER ISLAND MUSIC FESTIVAL WEEKEND PASSES (July 6, 7 & 8). Best offer over $160 each. Phone 250-218-1451 3/4 SIZE Pool Table with rack and cues, gently used $350. Call (250)923-9831. AQUATEC BATH lift chair, 6 months old, $1700 new, 2 batteries with charger, $800 obo. Call (250)334-3890. COLEMAN FAMILY camping package. 12x10 Sundome tent sleeps 6, 2 chairs, 2 sleeping bags, all BRAND NEW never used - $200. 6,000 BTU Danby A/C unit for $75.00. Please call 250-339-6007
AUCTIONS
CAMPBELL RIVER
1358 Marwalk Crescent 250-287-3939 www.crauctions.ca Ltd.
“Serving Campbell River & Vancouver Island since 1967”
Thursday, July 26 » 6pm 2006 –33' duel tandem gooseneck trailer with beaver tail, commercial and regular truck and car tires, lumber, 12' square end canoe, 12' aluminum boat, scaffolding, aluminum gate, import canopy, Beaufort life raft, fish gear, collector plugs, commercial sewing machine, accordion, 3 piece leather recliner sofa, high-end furniture from a JASON Bed & Breakfast, couches, antiques, dining room suite, Check out our decor, piano, coffee table, native artwork, beautifully carved eagle mask, modern table and chair sets, coins, website, for full ad. Viewing: Wed. 9-5 stamps, jewellery and so much more. & Thurs. 9-6
Terms Cash, Visa, M/C, = • SAME DAY REMOVAL • CLOSED TUESDAYS, SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
ANTIQUES/VINTAGE
STEEL BUILDINGHuge clearance sale! 20x24 $4,658. 25x28 $5,295. 30x40 $7,790. 32x54 $10,600. 40x58 $14,895. 47x78 $19,838. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.
UNDER $100
FEED & HAY PEACE & CARROTS FARM FINE HORSE HAY. First Cut, Fresh 55-60lb bales, lower sugar content, no rain. 6736 Headquarters Rd (beside Tyee Valley Rd). (250)337-4030.
SECTIONAL SOFA - dusty rose. Makes into 2 loveseat’s and 2 singles. Excellent condition, $700. 250-338-0996
POST AND BEAM, full dimensions, local milled cedar, 1@14”x8”x24’ 1@12”x8”x24’ 2@8”x8”x12’ 2@8”x8”x10’ 8@4”x8”x4’ (braces) 16 rafters 2”x8”x18’ 2@6”x8”x14’ 4@Saw horses. $3,500 no tax, 250-336-8684
TOWNHOUSES
TOWNHOUSES
Why Pay Rent? Ask about our 0% Down Option.
You can own a brand new 3 bdrm townhouse including ALL appliances for the same amount you are paying in rent now.
Diamond Park Townhomes Call Tracy Fogtmann 282 Anderton Ave., Comox 250-339-2021
REAL ESTATE
Old Orchard Character Home. 2,200 sq.ft. 3-4 bdrms, 2 ba., wood heat/gas burning furnace. Original hardwood & tile. $529,000 call 250-338-5051 judithannetal@yahoo.com
Central CR- 4 bdrms, 3 Bath close to amenities/schools. fenced back yrd, newer roof, easy landscaping. 2 Living rooms, family room & suite potential.$268,900. 250-2873775 for appts.
PARKSVILLE, 1200 sq ft., 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, private backyard, & new roof on a quiet street close to schools. $275,000 Call 250-240-8558
CAYCUSE Well-Maintained Recreational Property/Home 1500 sq.ft, 3 bdrm 2 bath, 5 acres, garage. A stone throw from pristine Cowichan Lake. Reduced to sell $378,800. Furnished. Ready to move in! Call 250-478-2648 or 250-745-3387.
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460 Harrogate Road. 4 bdrms, + 1 bdrm bsmt suite. 2 baths, new windows, reno’d kitch. & bath w/ custom tile work, lg. corner lot w/ fenced bk yard. $265,000, 250-2040881 or 250-204-1212
$469,900. 507 Louise Road, Ladysmith. 5+ bdrm, 3 bath, 3690 sq. ft. Oceanview, level entry, sunlit bsmt, suite potential, dbl. garage. 250-246-0159 Cobble Hill House For Sale By Owner, 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bath, RV Shop, in ground pool, hot tub, .74 acres. Asking $619,000. Phone 250743-3537. Realtors welcomed
APARTMENT/CONDO
WHERE BUYERS AND SELLERS MEET
APARTMENT/CONDO
APARTMENT/CONDOS SPACIOUS OCEANVIEW CONDO This private sale features: Large kitchen, 3 good size bedrooms, 2-4pc baths, Large living room & fp, 2 balconies & sunroom, 5 appl & storage. Only $219,500. Call 250-914-0936
WILLOW POINT. Newer 3bdrm, 2 bath + separate studio. Fenced yard & RV Parking. $269,900. (778)420-4256 or (250)202-8788.
APARTMENT/CONDO
APARTMENT/CONDO
DO YOU CARE about where you live? Do high standards of maintenance, service and cleanliness matter to you? Do you prefer quiet, mature neighbours? If yes, please give us a call and discover how the quality of ownership and management makes all the difference. We have the best managed, finest apartments in the most convenient locations in the Comox Valley. Locally owned - we own and manage our own buildings only. See the difference. Please refer to available apartments listed below. TELEPHONE 250-703-2264 | 250-338-0267 | 250-339-1222
GLENSHEE 1800 Comox Ave. www.advancedpm.ca
250-338-2472
APARTMENTS / CONDOS
2 BDRM DOWNTOWN CONDO
Beautiful 2 bdrm, ground level condo, 5 appl, laundry/ storage room & various upgrades; walking distance to all amenities; N/P; N/S; immediate possession; $725/month.
BARCLAY SQUARE
Spacious & bright 2 bdrm ground level suite features 4 appl, 2 double closets in master, laundry/storage room, & semi private patio area opening to green space w/fruit trees; laminate & tile flooring throughout; N/S; N/P; $750/ month; avail Aug 1.
WILLOWWOOD
Patio home; 2 bdrms, 1 bath, 4 appls and patio area. Ideally located near schools, parks & shopping; avail July.1; N/S; pets not permitted; $700/month.
CHERRYWOOD MANOR
2 bdrm units in secured entrance building w/ master bdrms w/walk in closets; 2 appl w/on-site coin op laundry & large patio areas; rents from $700 & inc. FREE HEAT & HOT WATER; for immediate possession.
DRIFTWOOD CONDOS
1 & 2 bdrm units feature main & 2nd level entry, 2 appl & on site coin-op laundry; ideally located near all amenities & on bus routes; N/S; N/P; rents from $625/month; immediate possession.
HOMES RUSLAND RANCHER
Bright rancher in family neighbourhood is short walk to downtown Cumberland or quick ride to biking trails; 3 bdrms, 2 baths, 5 appl, gas f/p & open concept living; large kitchen features dark cabinets & peninsula for additional counter space; $1300/month; pet may be considered with deposit; immediate possession.
KENDAL AVENUE HOMES
Beautiful Coal Valley Estates homes feature 9’ ceilings, attractive cabinetry & finishings throughout, 3 bdrms, 2 baths & 5 appls., gas f/p, deck & garage; rents from $1175/ month; immediate & Aug 15 possession.
EAST COURTENAY RANCHER
Exceptionally maintained 3 bdrm rancher is ideally located in desirable E. Courtenay neighbourhood; features 2 baths, 5 appl, double car garage & gas f/p; easy to maintain landscaping, w/ fully fenced, large back yard; close to schools & amenities; small pet may be considered w/ deposit; $1400/month; avail Aug 15.
TOWNHOMES COMOX TOWNHOME
Adult oriented 2 bdrm, 2 level townhome is walking distance to downtown & shopping; features large master suite, 2 baths, 6 appl., gas f/p, garage & semi-private patio area; small pet may be considered w/deposit; immediate possession; $1250/mo.
NOW OFFERING STRATA MANAGEMENT SERVICES
ONE BEDROOM bright and spacious suite. Excellent location in the heart of Comox. Well maintained and well managed mature adult building. Security entry and elevator. Recently renovated. Very attractive. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.
GREENBRIER 750 Eight Street TWO BEDROOM bright, spacious suite in a modern building just three blocks from downtown. Large kitchen with full sized appliances. In suite storage and laundry. Ensuite. Well maintained, quiet mature adult building. Security entry. Call David @ 250-3380267 or John @ 250-703-2264.
TRADEWINDS 1600 Comox Ave. Independent Living for Seniors “The Affordable Alternative” TWO BEDROOM nicely renovated suite - spacious and modern. Excellent location in central Comox walking distance to everything. In suite storage. Extra large kitchen and dining area. Resident social room. Elevator and security entry. A very well maintained and well managed building. Call Greg @ 250-3391222.
WESTWATER 60 Anderton Ave. TWO BEDROOM nicely renovated suite. Ensuite, Jacuzzi tub, fireplace, in suite washer/dryer. New appliances. Within walking distance to downtown. Well maintained and well managed building with quiet, mature neighbours. Resident social room. Indoor scooter parking. Elevator. Security entry. No pets. Also One Bedroom. Call John @ 250-7032264.
CEDAR MANOR 463 12th Street TWO BEDROOM with unique cross ventilation floor plan. Nicely renovated. New cabinets. Very bright and spacious — large patio overlooking private garden. Three blocks from downtown. Quiet, mature adult building. Security entry. Well maintained. Call David @ 250-338-0267.
HYCROFT 1835 Cliffe Ave. ONE BEDROOM nicely renovated in a quiet, mature adult building in central Courtenay. Very spacious. Well maintained and managed. Elevator and Security entry. Call David @ 250-338-0267.
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REAL ESTATE
REAL ESTATE
REAL ESTATE
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
HOUSES FOR SALE
LOTS
MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
APARTMENT/CONDO
MOBILE HOMES & PADS
HOMES FOR RENT
OFFICE/RETAIL
CUMBERLAND, CLEAN, spacious 2 bdrm Apt., avail immed. Central location above Medical Clinic. $1000 mo + utils. W/D, F/S, D/W, storage room, N/P. Call 250-336-2208 or please email: sereda57@shaw.ca
32’ 5TH Wheel in Courtenay, $425. Ref needed. No Pets, N/S. Quiet. (250) 338-4640.
TREED .57 ACRE LOT. on Aldergrove Drive, Courtenay. 5 min. walk to Kitty Coleman Beach & camp site. Reduced by $20,000. Perfect for investment or dream home. Timber valued at $5,000. Asking $167,000 NO HST. 250331-0299 or 250-949-6184 Campbell River: 601 Rebecca Place. Capecod, cul-de-sac, 3 bedrooms, family room & den. Hardwood floors, new carpet, fireplace, 2.5 baths, natural gas, fenced yard & shed. $299,500. Call 250-203-3792.
MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
HOMES WANTED
3-Bdrm Trailer for sale in Woodburn Park. Shop, All appl near new, 10x20 shed, Fully fenced, Avail. ASAP. $330/mth pad fee. Asking $34,900 (or part trade for Mustang Convertible!) 250-923-6366 or 250-287-0418
WE BUY HOUSES Damaged House? Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale? We will Buy your House Quick Cash & Private. Mortgage Too High and House won’t sell? Can’t make payments? We will Lease Your House, Make your Payments and Buy it Later!
PORT HARDY Trailer on its own lot. Excellent condition, private back yard. Boat/RV parking. $102,500. Contact Gary David 250-949-8684.
MOBILE HOME - Remodeled 14ft x 68ft for sale. Must be moved. $43,000. New siding, windows, flooring, electrical, cabinets etc. 250-337-8021.
OTHER AREAS 20 ACRES- Only $99/mo. $0 Down, Owner Financing, NO CREDIT CHECKS! Near El Paso, Texas, Beautiful Mountain Views! Money Back Guarantee! Free Color Brochure. 1-800-755-8953. www.sunsetranches.com
RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO
BUYING - RENTING- SELLING
Call: 1-250-616-9053
EXTRA LARGE 2 bdrm. Free heat & H/W, Elevator. $750 mo. Call 250-334-4646.
www.webuyhomesbc.com
HOMES FOR RENT
HOMES FOR RENT
HOMES FOR RENT
MEICOR REALTY MANAGEMENT SERVICES INC.
“YOUR Apartment, Condo and Townhouse Rental Experts”
APARTMENTS
PARK PLACE
BLUE JAY APARTMENTS
1970 Fitzgerald Ave, Courtenay
450-19th Street, Courtenay
2 and 3 bedroom available. Quiet complex with on-site management. Reasonable rates. Some completely renovated units with new appliances. Sorry no pets. Security deposit and 2 rental references required.
1 & 2 bedroom available, in quiet secure building, close to Driftwood Mall and bus route. Seniors Welcome. Adult oriented and no pets please. Includes heat, hot water and basic cable. Low hydro. 2 Rental References required.
250-334-3078
Call Pat at 250-703-6965
HOLLYRIDGE MANOR
PINES APARTMENTS
200 Back Road, Courtenay
1055-10th Street
1 and 2 Bedroom suites available. One of the best values in Courtenay. Unique floor plans. California kitchens. These bright, modern suites are available in quiet, secure building.
Avail. 1 and 2 Bdrm Suite. Completely renovated in adult oriented building with secure entry and elevator. Rent includes heat, hot water, stove, fridge, carpets and drapes. Coin laundry on-site. No pets. Security deposit required. For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667
Call Sharon 250-338-7449
TOWNHOUSES
MOUNT WASHINGTON Furnished Monthly Rentals Starting at $650 per month. Are you building or relocating. One, two, three and four bedroom Condos, Townhouses and Chalets available now. View on line at www.washingtonwaychalets.com call today 250-703-0018 or 250-7432557 Royal LePage in the Comox Valley (Property Mgmt Division) #121 - 750 Comox Road Courtenay, BC V9N 3P6 Phone (250) 897-1300 Fax (250) 897-1330 Interior viewings for the following vacancies are by approved application and appointment only. Apartments•Condos•Suites 303C 698 Aspen 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P, 5 appls. $850/ mth Avail. Immed. 221-130 Centennial 2 bed, 1 bath, 5 appls., N/S, N/P, $775/mth. Avail. Immed 515-3666 Royal Vista 2 bed, 2 bath, 5 appls, N/S, N/P $1300/mth Avail. Immed 205-2767 Muir Rd 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, 5 appls., $800/mth Avail. Aug. 1st 303-4686 Alderwood 3 bed, 2 bath, N/S, 5 appls, $950/mth Avail. Aug. 15th
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL 250SQFT WHAREHOUSE/ office space. Office faces on to Cousins. 16’ ceiling, zoned light industries. Cell 250-7920299 or 250-890-0294 737 SQ.FT., or 1474 sq.ft., or larger if needed, good exposure, parking and access at Cliffe and 20th, Courtenay, a competitive $9.75/sq ft plus triple net & HST 250-335-0351
FRENCH CREEK SPACE FOR RENT 694 s/ft. Contact Shauneen or John @ 250-248-3713, ex: 2 then 1. or email: admin@creekhouseresort.com
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
TORRY PINES ATTRACTIVE 2 bedroom townhouses have been completely renovated - enjoy new appliances, flooring and bathroom fittings in these spacious units. Friendly and quiet atmosphere make it ideal for family or working couple. Large, private patio area allows great access for your pet. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit.
VANRIDGE MANOR
ST. BRELADES
123 Back Road, Courtenay
146 Back Road, Courtenay
Features 5 appliances, wall-to-wall carpet, blinds, gas fireplaces - gas included in rent. Low hydro. Children welcome. Quiet, wellmaintained 2 bedroom condos. Ideal location, walking distance to Superstore and North Island College. No pets.
FEATURES: Fridge/stove, dishwasher, washer/dryer, wall-to-wall carpets, blinds. Children welcome. Quiet, well-maintained 2 bedroom condos. Ideal location. Walking distance to Superstore and North Island College.
Call 250-703-2570
Call 338-7449
PACIFIC COURT 1520/1540 Piercy Ave, Courtenay 2 bedroom available immediately and August 1st in clean, quiet building with on-site manager, close to town, schools, and bus. Stove, fridge, blinds and carpet.
In-suite storage with washer and dryer. Small pets welcome.
To View, Call 250-334-4483
576 England Avenue Courtenay, B.C. 250-338-6900 APARTMENT/CONDOS COURTENAY 3 bdrm. duplex in Puntledge Park - 1 1/2 bath - 4 appl. Bright & spacious rooms throughout - separate laundry area and other nice extras! - Private area with outside deck - exterior shed - and garage! N/P, N/S $1200. COURTENAY- 2 & 3 bdrm suites, shared laundry, wood/electric heat, fenced yrd. Starting $750 to $875. Call 250.338.6075, 250.334.6399. COURTENAY: 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath duplex. 5 appls, garage. NS/NP. $1125. Call (250)3375367, (250)897-1467. COURTENAY, ASHWOOD Plc., 3 bdrms, 2.5 bath, 3 appls, close to all amens, avail Aug 1, N/S, N/P, $1150 mo. (604)489-0095 (604)414-5465
OFFICE - 400 sq ft across from busy Thrifty’s. 2nd floor. 345 6th St. $487 mo. All in. Call 250-703-0361 or email: wnowe@hotmail.com
HOMES FOR RENT
576 England Avenue Courtenay, B.C. 250-338-6900 APARTMENT/CONDOS
STORAGE SHIPPING CONTAINERS 20’ or 40’. Buy or Rent. Safe and secure. Easymove Container Services. Serving Vancouver Island. 1-(888)331-3279
COURTENAY
250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca UNION BAY COTTAGE Bachelor style, 1 bath, fridge & hot plate, hydro incl, suits single occupant, N/S, No pets. Avail.Immed. $490/mth 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls, woodstove, N/S, pets neg. w/ref. Available immed $975/mth COZY CTNY RANCHER 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls, laminate fls, landscaping incl., N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. - $1,000/mth charming 3 bdrm & den, 2 bath home, 5 appls, woodstove, garage, fenced yrd, N/S, small pet neg. Avail. Aug.1 $1,500/mth WEST CTNY RANCHER 3bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, carport, fenced yrd, N/S, No pets. Available immed. $1275/mth. COMOX RANCHER 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, fenced yrd, N/S, small pet neg. Avail. Sept. 1 - $1,200/mth QUIET COMOX NO-THRU STREET 6 bdrm, 2 bath, 8 appls, lrg wired shop, fenced yard, RV pkg, N/S, small pet neg., in-law suite potential. Avail. Immed. - $1,400/mth CTNY EAST RANCHER 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, garage, fenced yrd, new paint & carpet, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. - $1,200/mth Royal LePage in the Comox Valley (Property Mgmt Division) #121 - 750 Comox Road Courtenay, BC V9N 3P6 Phone (250) 897-1300 Fax (250) 897-1330 Interior viewings for the following vacancies are by approved application and appointment only. Houses & Suites 2705B URQHART 1 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P 4 appls., $700/mth Avail. Immed
1961 BOLT AVE 5 bed, 2 bath, N/S, N/P, 5 appl. $1300/mth Avail. Aug. 1st
Call 250-334-9717
CONDOS
NEWLY RENO’D 3-bdrm mobile. 55+. New appl’s. NS/NP. $850. Aug. 1st. 250-339-1772.
339B NIM NIM AVE 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, 5 appl., $1300/mth Avail. Aug 1st
1560-13th Street, Courtenay
220 SQFT RETAIL/OFFICE 320 sq.ft. can be expanded to 640 sq.ft. In the heart of Downtown Comox. Avail. immed. Call 250-339-0172.
675 HORNET WAY 3 Bed, 2 bath, N/S, N/P, 5 appls. D.Garage, $1300/mth Avail. July 1st 1550 SEAVIEW RD 4 bed, 2 bath, N/S, 5 appl. Avail. Aug. 1st 600B 25TH STREET 2 bed, 1 bath, N/S, N/P, 4 appl. $1000/mth. Avail Aug 1st. 5404 N Island Hwy 2 + Den N/S, 4 appls., $950/mth Avail Immed 1547 Trumpeter Cres 4 bed, 3 bath, N/S, N/P, 5 appls. $2000/mth Avail Aug 1st COURTENAY HOUSE, 4bdrm, 2 bath, 4 appls, N/S, N/P, nice yard, Nr. school. Avail. Aug. 1st 250-702-3165 DASHWOOD- 2 bdrm, 860sq ft, cozy, re-furbished cottage, deck, fire pit, trail, W/D, full bath, shared 5 acres, $800/ mo. Call 604-209-3264 or 604-572-9514.
5 bdrm home in East Ctny, 3 bathrooms - 5 appliances - huge home with extra built in storage shelves - master bedroom has walk-in closet carport area - large front deck with awesome mountain views - great back deck area & hot tub - close to schools - N/S - $1750.
TOWNHOUSES
SUITES, LOWER 1 BDRM level entry suite. N/s, n/p, sh. laundry. Driftwood Mall area. $650 + 1/3 hydro. 250-334-8847 COURTENAY- NEW 1bdrm grnd lvl suite. Mountain view. Patio, DW, laundry, NS/NP. $800. Sept 1. 250-703-4524. CUMBERLAND - 1 bdrm Ground level full 1 bdrm suite. Incl. cable/hydro N/S, N/P Refs. $750. Aug. 1st 336-8972 EAST COURTENAYspacious 1 bdrm, patio, F/P, private, near college. NS/NP. $650. (250)338-0157. EAST COURTENAY: Unit #B Close to NIC, Costco, Aquatic Centre and elementary/high schools. 1050 Sq Ft, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, incld’s, F/S, D/W, W/D, private back yard, NS/NP. $900/mo. 250-338-8688
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93 MOTOR HOME. New tires, brakes, no rust. Diesel, 85K, 32ft. $18,500 O.B.O. Please call 250-338-2893. BIGFOOT COLUMBIA River Camper. 9.5’ ft long box camper. Mint Condition, as brand new. Used only 4 times. $7500. Call 250-334-1611.
1979 BAYLINER. 27ft x8ft w/ less than 500hrs on new eng. $ elec’s. Elec. tilt 9.9 kicker. Elec. start & tilt. Moorage paid til next May. Reduced to $8500 for quick sale. For a ride call Ed 250-287-4009.
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2000 PONTIAC SUNFIRE 188,000km, standard transmission. Lowered, tinted windows, wired for sub & amp. 250-926-9139/250-202-3023 $2600 OBO - Motivated Seller 1982 18 1/2’ Travelaire in perfect working condition. Double axel. $3000. Please call (250)203-9122 2002 PONTIAC SunďŹ re Coupe $4000.obo. Automatic 150,000 km. Power Windows/ Locks, Summer tires with rims & Winter tires. 250-898-4456.
2003 VW Beetle $8495.00. ONLY 66,000 km, Manual transmission, Power Everything A/C, Sunroof. Call 250465-0632
TRUCK & CAMPER COMBO $12,000. obo. ‘95 F250 super cab pick up, new tires, brakes, hi-jacker, overload spring paks CAMPER ‘90 Bigfoot 11.5ft totally equipped. 250-757-8783
2007, 8500 lb Road Runner Boat Trailer. Like new condition. Tandem axle with ST235/80R016 “D-range� tires (8 bolt) Galvanized Rollers. Electric brakes (requires electric controller not included). Break-away kit. 2-5/16? Coupler. Call 250-286-6749.
1998 Land Rover Discovery. Special edition, Very good condition, excellent tires and brakes, heated leather seats, Alpine sound system, two power sky lights has 220,000 kms asking $4,500.00 OBO. 250-334-7794 or 250-7031954. 2000 LINCOLN Navigator. 117,000km. Fully loaded. $8,000 OBO. 250-923-9896
1985 19.5’ Fifth Wheel 4 burner stove, 3 piece bath sleeps 4, all dishes include as well as hitch. $2,750. Call (250)923-7552.
2002-FORD EXPLORER XLS. Runs excellent. 157,000 kms. Reduced to sell $4,999 OBO. 250-287-2009.
2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 ďŹ rm. 250-755-5191.
27’ MONARO (2000), Fully loaded, exc. cond., low engine hours (569), garage stored. Triple axle trailer avail. Private Sale. $89,500. Call (250)2866865
30ft-PENN YAN Tunnel Drive w/ y bridge. 2-350 inboard Merc Cruisers, hydraulic steering. Tunnel drive system. Good on fuel. No more bent props. $15,000. 250-923-3408 ESTATE SALE. 2012 9.8 HP Nissan electric start motor. Comes with gas can, extra plugs, tools, pull rope and manual. Fresh out of the box, never used. Originally paid $3100. Offers. (250)339-0692. Leave a message.
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2007 29.5’ Cougar 5th Wheel. Excellent condition. 12’ slide, free standing dinette, rear club chairs, pass through storage, Polar package, aluminum construction, rear slide out bike rack. $17,000 or reasonable offer. Must sell. 250-286-0070 or cell 250-203-7646. Email: pgmoult@shaw.ca.
2007 MALLARD travel trailer. 20ft. Frnt kitch, slide out. Fully loaded. Sleeps 6. Like new. $13,500. (250)923-9422
1988 GMC Sierra w/canopy. 93,000 miles. 1- owner. USA built, Good engine $2000. 250-334-9650 1999 RAM 1500 Quad Cab 4x4. *Must Sell*. Brand New tires, pwr steer block, front & rear brakes, rear shocks. Runs Great! 250,000 km. $5000. 250-287-8640
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Sunstar 28’ 1980. Surveyed 2011-Good rating. Propane stove/heater. GPS, dinghy, auto steer, depth sounder, VHF, 2 main, 2 genoa spinnaker. $16000. 339-6852 1970 34’ Rare Coronado Sailboat with optional Deep Bay moorage. Good condition, repowered with Volvo Penta (2003) $25,000 O.B.O 250-941-5001
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Enjoy wedding bells without wedding bills Love may be in the air but sooner or later someone has to pay the bills. Here are some simple strategies for enjoying a debt-free wedding day and a financially equal life with your new life partner. Wedding = one day; your life together = a lifetime Who does not want a terrific wedding? But you really need to look beyond the confetti and those tinkling glasses to your long-term financial life. Plan for a happy wedding but within a reasonable, affordable budget. Use the wedding budget process as a learning exercise for you and your partner to work together toward a shared financial goal. Wedding costs = real money Pay for your wedding with money you have saved instead of through credit cards or stealing from your investments or retirement fund or you will end up paying for your wedding over and over again for many years. For example, put $25,000 in wedding expenses on your credit card at 14-per-cent interest and only make the minimum payment each month and it will take you 100 years to pay it off! Financial plan = stick to it Set a wedding budget based on the money you will have at the time and start saving right away! While you are at it, set other financial goals like accumulating a down payment for a new home and begin saving and investing for those goals, too. Here is a simple wedding dreams to fiscal reality budgeting template to get you going: • How much debt is each of us bringing to our marriage? $__ • How much money do we have saved? $__ • What is our combined monthly income (salary and/or other income)? $__ • What are our monthly costs (mortgage/rent, food, cleaning, personal products, phone, cable, electricity, travel expenses — car, gas, parking, etc. — insurance, taxes, bank loans, credit card payments, entertainment, etc.)? $__ • How much can we afford to put into our
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HELL’S GRANNY Leona Pezzot and Chris (Cookie) Graham of the Canadian Dispatch Riders are seen during a recent Show and Shine by local motorcycle clubs. Glacier View Lodge says it was a special treat for several residents to have a ride in Cookie’s sidecar. The visit brought back memories for many residents, says the lodge in thanking the riders.
How much can we afford to save/invest for our other “dreams”? $__ J. Kevin Dobbelsteyn is a certified financial planner with Investors Group Financial Services Inc. His column appears every Wednesday.
In a continued effort to encourage higher rates of recovery, BCUOMA has built a strong support network across the province. Today, participation includes 209 brand-owner members, 39 collectors and processors, 520+ return collection facilities and more than 4,000 generators. In addition, BCUOMA is reprising its successful ambassador program this summer – with two ambassadors touring the province to educate and raise awareness of the importance of used oil and antifreeze recycling.
Although it’s commonly accepted that oil and antifreeze are not household garbage we can simply throw out, more than one million litres of used oil ends up in BC landfills every year. When you consider that it only takes one drop of oil to contaminate a million drops of water, the problem is clear: there’s just too many drops to count, too many to ignore. BCUOMA is a non-for-profit organization that encourages British Columbians to responsibly recycle used oil, oil filters, oil containers, used antifreeze and antifreeze containers. Since the launch of the program in 2003, British Columbians have done an exceptional job of recycling their used oil materials.
Protecting our province from the harmful effects of used oil and antifreeze must be a responsibility we all share, together. So please, next time you look to dispose of used oil or antifreeze materials, find a collection facility near you. Here are three easy ways to do so:
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By recycling your used oil and antifreeze products, you’re playing an important role in preserving our environment for future generations. As of July 1, 2011 antifreeze and antifreeze containers have been included within the broader recycling program. From the 10 million litres of automotive antifreeze sold in BC each year, about 45% will be available for collection and recycling. Please check for a collection facility near you.
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Council sets aside cash for cycling lane on Fitzgerald Renée Andor Record Staff
Courtenay council unanimously decided to set aside $50,000 from next year’s budget for a cycling lane on Fitzgerald Avenue. City environmental planner Nancy Hofer told council last week that if this money is allocated to the project in the 2013 budget, City staff could apply for the Cycling Infrastructure Partnership Program, which is a 50-50 cost-sharing grant from the Province. The grant application deadline is at the
end of this month. Hofer also presented council with an overview of comments from the recent public meeting about the proposed Fitzgerald Avenue retrofit ideas — including two options for cycling lanes — and she noted the public had warmed to the idea somewhat since the previous public meeting just over a year ago. “I think in the beginning there was a reluctance to want to talk about any kind of retrofits to the street, and the tone was certainly more construc-
tive, I would say, a year later,” she said. “Overall all the traffic calming items were very highly favoured by everybody; whether they live on the street or not, whether they cycle or not, traffic calming was seen as a priority.” According to Hofer, both cycling lane options would calm traffic. Option A is for offset cycle lanes, which would feature painted 1.5-metre cycling lanes on each side of the avenue. Option B is for a two-way cycle track on one side of the avenue, pos-
sibly with a cement barrier separating it from vehicle traffic. Both options would stretch between Second and 26th streets. Hofer noted a public interest in Option B because the separate cycling lane with a barrier tends to encourage more cyclists to use it, as they feel safer. However, she also pointed out area residents seemed to prefer Option A. “They seemed to feel it was less impactful with not having the barriers and that kind of thing out front
of their driveway, and of course it was seen to evenly affect the road, which was an interesting perspective,” explained Hofer. Council was not asked to vote on the options — Hofer pointed out both of the them are early in the planning stages — rather, the vote was solely on whether to further refine the options and allocate the $50,000 to the project in next year’s budget. According to the report, the following Fitzgerald retrofit elements are possible regardless of the cycling
option chosen: Standardized sight lines at all intersections; a sidewalk on the west side from 21st to 26th Street; crosswalks with signals at 10th, 19th and 23rd streets; use of crosswalk refuge islands; delineated and reduced travel lane widths; and reconfiguration of the two-way left turn lane between Eighth and 10th streets. Further details on all aspects of the proposed project are expected to be presented to council later this summer. writer@comoxvalleyrecord.com
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A new website created to enhance the public’s real estate experience has been launched by the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board. The new VIREB website (www. vireb.com) was designed to deliver larger amounts of real estate information to the general public. The original VIREB website had been in use virtually unchanged except for content since its launch in 2006. The new website incorporates a broader range of information options for users not available in the older site — such as access to VIREB’s social media presence and more information concerning realtors and the impact they have in their community. Another major benefit this website has over the previous one is the development of an interactive open house module. The open house tool is a free service open to the public 24 hours per day. Interested users go to the main VIREB site and then click on the large Open House button to be taken to a separate page where interactive tools allows users to select specific regions on Vancouver Island when searching for open houses. Users can locate planned open house dates as much as two weeks in advance. “We’re very excited about the launch of this new website,” explained Darrell Paysen, VIREB manager of member services. “Our goal is to make our website the ‘go-to place’ for real estate industry information and the launching of this new website and its companion site will provide users with an easy to use way to learn about VIREB and real estate in general while identifying available open houses in their neighbourhoods.”
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High-quality boutique moves to Fifth Street Downtown Courtenay has been buzzing this month about the exciting arrival of a new store on Fifth Street. Red Living, a boutique that sells highquality vintage collectibles, tableware, furniture and home décor, has moved from its former location on Cliffe Avenue. Red Living is the perfect retail fit for downtown Courtenay, a unique shopping district made up of small locally-owned busi-
nesses that are a part of Courtenay’s heritage. The owners are excited to be the new face downtown and to join a network of shop owners that value the face-to-face relationships they share with their customers. Since the new location opened this month, Red Living has had a steady flow of new customers, many clearly surprised and impressed by the quality and diversity of the store’s merchandise.
As its name implies, Red Living offers a selection of vintage treasures that bring a spark of vitality and excitement to home decorating and interior design. Shoppers looking for a bold and exciting centrepiece for a room, the mood and style of a bygone era, creative lighting ideas, or the perfect accent piece for the patio, can find what they’re looking for at Red Living. The tasteful and cre-
ative way the inventory is displayed makes these treasures easy to recognize and a sense of pleasant reminiscence invites shoppers to linger and imagine a place for these treasures in their own living space. With a diverse and well-travelled background that includes visual and interior design, partners Anthony McCloskey and Joseph Davies started Red Living in 2009 with the shared vision of preserving
Staples assisting charity in Valley All donations from campaign remain in local community Shopping for new school supplies is a cherished end-of-summer tradition for families across Canada. When the school bell rings in September however, many Canadian families struggle to provide their children with the supplies they need to succeed. Staples Canada and its customers are banding together for the seventh annual Staples School Supply Drive. The 2012 campaign will officially kick off July 29 and run until Sept. 9. “We know that simple things like a new backpack, pens or a lunchbox mean so much to students on
the first day of school,” said Steve Matyas, president of Staples Canada. “For children and teens, these items are not just tools, but a way to start the school year with confidence and enthusiasm.” Each Staples Canada store has partnered
tions collected remain in their respective local communities. A complete list of stores and partners can be found at www.staples.ca/supplydrive. “Purchasing even basic school supplies is a struggle for many families, which is why
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the Staples School Supply Drive is a program our entire organization passionately rallies behind every year. We’re thrilled so many Canadians work with us to support thousands of children by
providing much-needed school supplies to students across the country,” continues Matyas. This year, Staples’ goal is to raise a total of $1.5 million for the School Supply Drive. Customers can make a donation from July 29 until Sept. 9 at any Staples store, and in Quebec from July 29 until Sept. 2. Since its inception in 2006 as a result of one Ottawa store, this campaign has helped raise more than $5 million for children in need across Canada. Staples encourages Canadians to once again give generously and help ensure all students have the tools required to learn and be successful during the academic year. For more information, visit www.staples. ca/community. — Staples Canada
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An Island exchange program Newsrooms get a steady stream of news releases, many of them from various levels of government. Most get a quick heave-ho into the nearest digital or physical trash/recycling bin, often because they have no direct relevance to the media’s coverage area. A recent one from Tourism Minister Pat Bell caught our attention. It noted that Travel+Leisure Magazine recently named Vancouver Island the top island in the continental U.S. and Canada. The Island, Bell added, is also the “10th-ranked island in the world and home to some of the magazine’s top-rated Canadian resorts.” Bell continued his run of factual statements by pointing out that our island has many attractions for locals and visitors alike. Then he encouraged us to explore our own island with family and friends. It’s good advice. As much as travelling to exotic overseas destinations is good for the soul and personal growth, Vancouver Islanders are blessed with an abundance of getaway paradises close to home. Besides being easier on the bank account and eco-friendly (burning less fuel), vacationing close to home helps the local and regional economy. How about a Vancouver Island exchange program? For example, visit family in Port McNeill and friends in Victoria. After they show you around their backyards, it would be your turn to host them for a visit to the Comox Valley. Everybody wins, including the Island economy. The government is apparently doing its share to increase tourism throughout B.C. Bell mentioned 100BCMoments.com, part of a new marketing campaign to promote B.C. in key North American markets. The 100 BC Moments campaign features some of the most memorable tourism activities throughout B.C., along with trip ideas and special offers. For more about how Victoria is spending our money, visit www.facebook.com/HelloBC. Don’t rely on the government, though. Spread the word yourself. B.C. is an easy sell. editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com
Record Question of the Week This week: Sixty-nine per cent of respondents so far say they are pleased to hear that the Zellers store in Courtenay will be a Target by next year. Do you have an opinion one way or the other? Visit www.comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote in the Poll on the mainpage. Kud to all who organized Kudos and participated in Market Day and Local Colours in Courtenay. Thanks to the rainman for holding off during the day.
There’s no way to work on the Fifth Street Bridge quietly and the City will do it during the day to give nearby residents a break, but it will snarl traffic.
What about Maple Pool? Duh! Dear editor, It has taken a lot to inspire us to come out of retirement and write to the papers, but the apparent blindness to the glaringly obvious has just been too much to bear. We’ve read that the regional district has now received a windfall of $300,000 to “help the homeless and support healthy communities.” To our amazement, the regional district seems to be at a loss as to how to spend this money, and was asking for suggestions, when the answer is right before their eyes. Maple Pool fulfills this mandate perfectly and is in serious need of help, particularly as we have also recently read in the papers that the Lins are still being pursued in court by the City of Courtenay, no doubt at great expense, because their home for the homeless apparently doesn’t meet some drummedup regulations. Where is the common sense in all this? For goodness sake, councils and districts, wake up and use your brains! First of all, drop the ridiculous lawsuit and instead use the money you’d spend on it to do whatever work is required to meet the regulations and
improve the site. Duh! And while you’re at it, the Lins (who have done all their good work quietly and independently, and asked for nothing from anyone) should be paid social worker’s wages for the dedicated and fantastic on-site work that they do, with very little appreciation and thanks from anyone except those living there. And just think what could be done to Maple Pool with the money that is going to be spent on a very expensive home for a very small number of homeless in the downtown area. This has caused nothing but dispute and delay, so cancel what is a bad idea all round, use the money for improvements at Maple Pool so more can be accommodated there and regulations met, and problem solved! Duh! Speaking of all the complaints that have arisen and will no doubt continue to arise about any location chosen in the downtown area, we have never heard of any complaints from the neighbours of Maple Pool, which seems to exist comfortably and peacefully with its surroundings. It seems a perfect location, an easy walk to town, with a healthy rural setting where
there is room for, amongst other things, soccer games and swimming in the river. If the residents of Maple Pool are added to the homeless in Courtenay thanks to a cruel and heartless lawsuit, your fancy, expensive project in the town centre will not be big enough to hold even a fraction of them. I imagine there could even be volunteer support from the community for doing the actual work at Maple Pool. If people are willing to donate time and materials to building an unnecessary bicycle bridge, surely they will come out to help work on Maple Pool to provide homes for the less fortunate. With some volunteer labour and materials, added to the “windfall” from the regional district, the money the City is throwing at a home for a few of the homeless downtown, plus the money saved from not pursuing a cruel and vindictive lawsuit, a veritable palace could be built at Maple Pool, where not just a home is provided, but a real, healthy community with compassionate on site support for those who for one reason or another don’t fit into a normal living situation. Summer Joy and Jim Webb, Merville
Bike lanes termed‘ludicrous idea’ Dear editor, I have been following the proposal for bicycle lanes on Fitzgerald Avenue with interest. It would seem that our council elected on a “common sense” initiative is about to commit large sums of the taxpayers’ money to this ludicrous idea. Could someone please tell me — has a count of the cycle riders actually using this road been done? If not, why not? Please, please tell me this is not so. How many cyclists? How much money? How much money per
cyclist? Regarding Ms. Munroe’s recent letter, I would be surprised if the residents on Fitzgerald were not concerned. I know I would be if my access was going to be restricted and likely no parking in front of my house. Sure we all pay taxes, but motorists pay exorbitant taxes on every litre of fuel purchased, some of which is supposed to pay for the road system. Cyclists don’t! Seems to me the cyclists are very vocal indeed, want-
ing expensive bike lanes and a wooden bridge that goes nowhere. Time to start taxing the cyclists, Mr. Mayor. An annual fee of $100 per cycle should do for a start. As for the people who want road closures so they “can dance in the street and meet their neighbors,” spare me! We have wonderful parks for that! Where is the common sense we thought this council was going to govern us with? Michael McClelland, Courtenay
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Excess growth depletes resources Dear editor, I find it quite incredible that in two successive editions of the Record, you published letters from two of the original applicants for extensive sea cucumber tenures (and not identifying them as such) in Baynes Sound and nothing from the Friends of Baynes Sound on the matter. We aren’t against sea cucumbers; we are against a proposal (actually two of them) which projects seeding and harvesting over two million sea cucumbers in an area — Baynes Sound — where a recent Department of Fisheries and Oceans (2011/2012) report estimates there are currently 30,000 wild sea cucumbers. Excess growth always depletes resources and leads to eventual collapse. Do we want that in Baynes Sound? One of our concerns is sea cucumber excrement.
Each creature produces about 600 pounds per year, which in itself is not a bad thing. A certain amount of chicken manure in the garden is good for the
are only a few of 25 serious concerns which we have articulated to the DFO and the province. We must remember that we all own Baynes Sound collectively and that the
A certain amount of chicken ❝ manure in the garden is good for the garden but pile it on two feet thick and it will kill everything.
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garden but pile it on two feet thick and it will kill everything — and so will 1,200,000,000 pounds of sea cucumber excrement. It’s called pollution. And there is the matter of what these additional sea cucumbers will eat and a concern with the introduction of antibiotics to control disease. And the effects of fencing or containment apparatus. These
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DFO and the BC Ministry of Forests, Lands, and Natural Resources are, in essence, hired by us to manage in the public interest, not in the interest of a few entrepreneurs. These two aquaculture applications are for an area about 9.5 kilometers long stretching from Royston to Buckley Bay, an area that already produces about 50 per cent of B.C.’s
shellfish. There are too many unknowns about what the introduction of 65 times the present wild sea cucumber population will do to other species of shellfish, fish, birds, and animals and to the environment. Sea cucumber ranching in China, where sea cucumbers are eaten, has a history of pollution and destruction. Do we want to the chance that the result will be the same here? Of course, letter writers Dan Bowen and Bon Thorburn support their own applications; they have a financial interest in doing so. Their letters are nothing more than commercial propaganda. You fell for it. But for your paper to validate only one side of this inflammatory issue is reprehensible. Surely you can do better. Ed Varney, Royston
One hospital better than two of them Dear editor, This is an open letter in the hope that some of you will take particular notice of a significant decision by VIHA, supported by Courtenay city council and other local governing bodies, to proceed with the construction of two hospitals in the North Island contrary to the advice of paid professional consultants that one larger hospital offering a higher level of specialized services is the better choice. The recommended hospital would be some $200 million less expensive!
I have expressed my concerns to the VIHA board, Mayor Jangula (Courtenay) and Mayor Jakeway (Campbell River) as well as several councillors. There appears to be a very strong concern that funding may be withheld if these projects do not proceed immediately even though many have shared my concern that the decision is not in the best interest of our future health care needs. That VIHA is doing their best to have this ‘fly under the radar’ seems evi-
dent in the release of Hospital Update Issue 2 dated July 2012 that gives notice to drop-in open houses in Campbell River July 3 and Comox Valley July 4! I have yet to see any press coverage of these meetings in the local papers. I wonder how many citizens saw the notices (as I did on July 5) after the date of the meetings. Did anyone attend those meetings? The chosen location for the Comox Valley hospital is of particular concern! Locating off Lerwick/Veterans’ Memorial Drive will
‘Barren’ cemetery bemoaned Dear editor, Another voice to register a complaint re the cemetery. How the place has changed since I first visited the gravesite of my beloved grandson. We could light a candle, leave mementos, have a few words, and were happy
to see his friends had visited (left a coin, letter, etc.) from their travels, always remembering Shane. Now we have to search for the gravestone, which has sunk and is overgrown, a sad place indeed. My husband and I, both in our 90s, look upon this barren cemetery and wonder, do
we really want to be there for posterity? I would be the first one of my family to be buried on Canadian soil and do wish to leave a marker so kin could trace our family in the future. That would be fruitless under present conditions! Pamela Wickson, Comox Valley
add traffic to an already identified hazardous zone, as posted on the corner of Ryan and Lerwick in an area slated for several new commercial developments (Thrifty and others). The proposed plans call for another traffic light in the 0.7 km between Ryan and Mission Roads! The site will take eight acres from North Island College lands and a request for two acres from the City parks, which is a playfield used by the nearby elementary school. Both of these properties are important to current and future education needs in our community. Given that 40 acres were to be donated (no cost) by a forest company for a new hospital, this proposal seems ridiculous! We often accuse our politicians of ‘sneaking’ decisions by us (i.e. HST) but how many of us are victims of our own inattention to important matters that deserve greater public scrutiny? Tom Witty, Courtenay
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MANY THANKS TO the Comox Valley Record for its strong support of the arts in the Comox Valley, specifically, the Vancouver Island Musicfest and the Filberg Festival. Your help did not go unnoticed. And the lack of support from others also did not go unnoticed. Please support the Record with your advertising dollars. AS MOST OF my paper route customers know, my mobility scooter is my lifeline to the world of independence. To be stranded without it for 27 days was a severe hardship. Sincere thanks to my customers for their patience, understanding, help and encouragement. There are no thanks whatsoever to the MediChair store in Nanaimo who treated me so unfairly and with a complete lack of competence. But a huge thank you to the Home Medical Shop in Courtenay who were so helpful and speedy to repair my scooter. They are awesome. WE ALL EXCHANGE a small amount of freedom for the security of living within an
organized society. Power is given to government for the sole purpose of restricting behavior that injures others against their will. This limited government is the symbol of a free society. Extending the powers of government beyond that, into matters of personal choice, crosses the line between freedom, and tyranny. It is up to us, as voters, to decide how much government involvement we want in our lives, but when making this decision, it is important to keep in mind that if you allow yourself to impose your beliefs on others, through the use of government, you are opening the door for others to impose their beliefs on you. A HOUSEFUL OF sweetheart roses to the young Forces wife with young baby who found my wallet (containing a considerable amount of cash) in the shopping cart in the Walmart parking lot, and turned it into the RCMP on Friday, July 13. Thank you for renewing my belief in the basic kindness in this world.
History rewritten by owner of dog Dear editor, In response to the riled dog owner who left his dog in his car on an extremely hot day, I think he is rewriting history. As I was entering Costco last Saturday, I passed a dark-coloured vehicle parked next to the building with a large dog inside barking incessantly. The windows were down no more than three inches on each side. The temperature outside was extremely hot. I did my shopping and when I came out approximately 25 minutes later, the dog was still barking non-stop. I re-entered the store and spoke with a staff person about my concerns for the animal. When she and I returned to the vehicle, a small group had gathered around the vehicle due to
the continuous barking, and out of concern for the animal. At that point, knowing that attention had been drawn to the situation, I left the parking lot. It seems that several others behind me found a need to take care of the dog. The idea that a car will remain cool after 35 minutes in the hot sun is completely unrealistic and some water in a bowl will not keep an overheated animal from expiring. Try sitting in your car in the heat for a few minutes with the air conditioning off and see what happens. There is no excuse for leaving pets in a vehicle in the heat or the cold for that matter. Do your errands first and then go home and take your dog for a walk. Deborah Joyce, Comox
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18kg Bag
1999
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DOG FOOD
Adult • 13kg bag
Dog Food
• Cat Food • 3kg bag
5599 +
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• Grain-based litter • Made in BC
All Dog Food Formulas
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Scratch Posts
ARM & HAMMER CAT LITTER!
29%
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Dog Collars, Dog Leads Dog Harnesses and Dog Flotation Vest
50% OFF
7 DAYS ONLY Offer expires Tues, July 31, 2012 REGULAR PRICE with this coupon
winner will be publicly announced.
4999
SALE PRICE! $ Natural Dog Food
TRAIL OFFER MADE IN CANADA
Dog or Cat Food
ANY SIZE
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Nutro Natural Choice Lite, Senior, and Large Breed Lamb & Rice - 13 kg bags.
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1000
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Present this coupon to receive $10 off. Any 6.8kg bag of Innova Cat food or any Innova ova Dog food - 13kg or 15kg bag. (Limit one per customer) Coupon expires Wed. Aug. 15, 20122
A years supply of dog food
374g tin
ALL CAT
PLUS FREE BISCUITS 8oz $5.00 Value
DOLLARS OFF!
Name: Address: Phone: Email: • All Flavours
10.00 OFF
+
3 FREE 85g tins ANY FLAVOUR
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$
• Cat Food • 3kg bag 3 FREE 170g tins ANY FLAVOUR
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BUY 1 GET 1
FREE!
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Save $5.00 off any Omega Alpha product p od in ANY SIZE
OFF
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• 6 Flavours • 341g bag HUGE SAVINGS!
or
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10.00
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DOG FOOD!
3699
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Dog & Cat Food
ALL FLAVOURS 13KG BAG
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The Freedom to Move
• 120 tablets or 350g powder 7 DAYS ONLY Offer Expires Tuesday July 31, 2012
• 15kg bag • Adult Dog 3 meat
ALL FLAVOURS 5 OFF $5 OFF $2 OFF
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any 13.5kg bag
THE LARGEST PET FOOD SELECTION
any 7kg bag
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any 2.5kg bag
Present ths coupon and receive your dollar off dog or Cat Food Exp. Aug. 15, 2012
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20%
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RCA 32” super slim LED TV 183565
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RCA 46” super slim LED TV
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1080p, 120 Hz 308697
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frozen pork tenderloin
Royale bathroom tissue
Old Dutch potato chips selected varieties 200-220 g
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