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Support staff job action: Students hoping they aren’t in for a repeat of month-long 2011 teachers’ strike Peter W. Rusland

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IU student Sydney Rabey had déjà vu yesterday as her classes at Cowichan’s campus were scrubbed amid unionized support-worker strike action. “I went to VIU when they had the last strike (by faculty in 2011) and we were out for a month,” she said, working on an English literature paper due yesterday as students and administration were entering campus buildings. Rabey hoped her classes at Cowichan and Nanaimo campuses aren’t cancelled for another month. “I hope they can ¿gure something out soon so we can get back to class,” said Rabey. “We’ve got two weeks left until exams.” Members of CUPE Local 1858 set up pickets at the campus Tuesday at 7 a.m., joining workers at three other VIU campuses and a handful of other B.C. colleges in a planned two-day walkout. “This is a one-day, possibly a two-day disruption,” VIU registrar Fred Jacklin said Tuesday. “We’re working with CUPE and all parties to minimize disruptions.” Jacklin said it hadn’t been discussed if students will get two days of instruction added because of the strike. And he declined to comment about bargaining, or about VIU brass caught in the contract cross¿re between the Canadian Union of Public Employees and B.C. ¿nance ministry’s Public Sector Employers’ Council. “That’s the disconnect. They’re still the monkey in the middle,” CUPE Local 1858 head Deborah Hopper said of VIU managers talking with CUPE about the union’s proposed four-year 0-0-2-2% proposal. “The problem is colleges can bargain with the union, but can’t sign deals with them — that’s province’s responsibility under PSEC.

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VIU Cowichan’s continuing-education staffer Kim Lesiuk (left) and welcome-centre worker Trudy Bagnall were among some 20 Local 1858 support employees on strike Tuesday. “It’s in limbo. All colleges have put proposals in, but the province (PSEC) won’t come to the table, or discuss anything with us.” PSEC’s lines were busy Tuesday. Local 1858 represents nearly 30 Cowichan campus workers among 300 island employees, including food services workers, clerical staff, facilities workers and library staff at VIU’s four campuses. CUPE members at VIU’s campuses have been without a contact since 2010 and voted 86% in favour of a strike mandate recently. The union’s B.C. colleges coordinator, Ian McLean, regretted mediated talks failed.

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hawnigan Lake RCMP have arrested two Cowichan men following a recent undercover drug operation in the South Cowichan area. Derek Timothy Rocco, 27, of Cobble Hill, and Troy Edward Munn, 23, of Duncan face cocainetraf¿cking charges following the undercover action, the Mounties say. The pair has since been released from custody on Evidence seized by Mounties conditions, during a recent drug sting. and were to appear next in Duncan Provincial Court on Nov. 20. Their arrests occurred in early November as a result of Munn and Rocco allegedly selling cocaine to an undercover police of¿cer, Sgt. Robb Webb says in a release. “Numerous ‘spit balls’ of cocaine and a small quantity of cash were seized during this operation. “Two other males from the South Cowichan area are also under investigation, and warrants are being sought for their arrest,” he says. Their identities will be released once charges are laid. Shawnigan RCMP are pleased with the results of the project, states Webb. “Investigations like this are complex and require signi¿cant resources from our local detachment, and other specialized RCMP units from across Vancouver Island. “The Shawnigan Lake RCMP will continue to focus on illegal drug activities within our community,” says Webb, saluting the RCMP Island District General Investigation Section that assisted in the bust.

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Now might be the time to count your chickens Many conditions: Duncan vote paves the way for legal six-chicken coops Peter W. Rusland

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aising backyard chickens in Duncan is now legal. After years of debate, council approved several bylaws and a zoning amendment Monday to allow up to six hens per home. But coop and bird owners must follow strict conditions, or face ¿nes and hen seizures for non-compliance. Councillor Sharon Jackson applauded the bylaws that reversed the former illegality of raising hens. But she realized controversial chicken bylaws were opposed by some folks worried about smell, rats, noise and more. “If you don’t keep the chickens in a proper coop, or care for them properly, it can be a $200 ¿ne. If you attack the bylaw of¿cer it’s a $2,000 ¿ne.” But Spruce Place resident Alycejoy Blom said some Duncanites were already raising chickens illegally, without penalty. “I don’t like the idea of smell and rats,” she said, also concerned about looking at large coops. But Jackson urged opponents to give chickens a chance. “I’m happy. This just gives people another option to provide their own food. I really need those with chickens to comply with the bylaw.” Blom was adamant. “Support local farmers and pay $2.50 or $3 for a dozen eggs.” The city’s raft of regulations stipulate clean coops, plus proper water, plus feed storage to keep rats away, and birds must be in a fenced coop inside a fenced yard. The bird bylaws allow hens, but not roosters, or any other type of fowl such as ducks or peacocks. Birds must also be licensed, which can be done in person at city hall or

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Dan Hudson harvests free-range eggs last fall from one of two roosts inside the German-style chicken coop gracing his Duncan backyard. On Monday Duncan council approved a bylaw that will make chicken coops legal in the city, pending certain restrictions. online. Coops can be no larger than eight square metres in Àoor area, and no higher than three metres. Setbacks from property lines, roads, paths and lanes must also be followed. Councillor Sharon Jackson: Martin Barker give it a chance

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cited several reasons he voted against hen bylaws. “There’s a signi¿cant number of people in the city who don’t want chickens, and someone has to represent them.” He pointed to Duncan’s survey that basically showed an eight percent difference favouring opponents to supporters. That’s why Blom said she feels “betrayed” by council after the slim majority said ‘No.’

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woodstove is being cited as the likely cause of a ¿re that destroyed a Lake Cowichan homebased business Thursday night. The workshop and attached buildings of Mountain Man Services, located at 52 South Shore Road, sustained heavy damage. The buildings contained wood products and equipment. Lake Cowichan ¿re chief Doug Knott was back on the scene Monday with ¿re investigators. They determined a woodstove in a workshop probably sparked the blaze. Denis Pilon, owner of the business, told the Lake Cowichan Gazette the buildings are a write-off and were not insured. “It’s disheartening,’’ said Lake Cowichan RCMP Cpl. Larry Olson. “The guy’s been running this business and he’s been doing a service to the com-

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Will new Duncan chicken bylaw be enforced? Neighbourly: Letter of the law needs to capture its spirit

fter more consultation, consideration, debate, handwringing and revision than most people typically give to their decision to have children, Duncan now allows chickens to be kept within city limits. All that talk has resulted in a carefully crafted regulation that spells out exactly what one must do to earn and maintain the privilege of keeping a handul of feathered egg-laying machines within Cowichan’s hallowed one-square-mile. Now only one question remains: will anything really change? Prior to Monday’s chicken bylaw adoption, backyard chicken coops were illegal within the city. That didn’t Peaceful coprevent a handful of people from keepexistence the ing them anyway. And to the best of our knowledge, these people were not taken goal of this to task by the city for Àouting the bylaw. bylaw Other than a certain high-pro¿le colourful word adorning a concrete wall by The Phoenix, we’re not sure many are. And that’s probably a good thing. The point of a city council is to make sure a city functions smoothly. And part of that role is making sure neighbours can co-exist peacefully. So in some ways we can get on board with an easy-come, easygo city enforcement attitude: if a bylaw exists preventing purple buildings, but no one cares, the problem is not the purple building, it is the bylaw. Chickens are no different. Chickens are OK as long as they are not creating sanitation or noise issues in the neighbourhood, just like dogs, or skateboards, or parties, or any number of relatively innocuous activities capable of becoming an annoyance. Yes, council needed a bylaw to pave the way for the birds, and it needed to be worded in a way that gives it the needed teeth. But the success of that bylaw will not be measured by the amount of coops it shuts down. It will be measured by the amount of people living peacefully by their neighbourhood chickens.

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The good and the bad of this week in Cowichan This we don’t

This we like The CVRD says the reason it is going to publlic garbage collection in rural areas of Cowichan is that it will give the taxpayer better service at less cost. The waste haulers aren’t so sure. That’s why we are happy to report the CVRD has granted the haulers an audience next week in order to state their case. If the goal is better service at less cost, no stone should remain unturned.

Slick roads have been a culprit in a number of crashes.

Trudeau product of media celebrity hype machine Robert Douglas

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iberal MP Justin Trudeau is widely expected to take the helm of the Liberal Party of Canada at the leadership vote next April, and by a wide margin. This has Liberal supporters across the country salivating at the prospect of the former Prime Minister’s son “Canadian media reinvigorating what can take much of the was once referred to as Canada’s “natural credit for Trudeau’s governing party” and growing popularity.” returning it to power after a decade in the wilderness. And recent polls have fuelled this excitement, showing the Liberals would receive a big boost in support under young Trudeau’s

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leadership. For many of us, all the hysteria surrounding this Montreal schoolteacher with only a few years of experience in Parliament makes very little sense. What has he done to deserve such attention? Since announcing his leadership bid in October, Trudeau has offered little in the way of policy. No vision for addressing the major social, economic and environmental problems confronting our society. Just worn out old platitudes, one after another. How would Trudeau stop the squeezing of the middle class and reduce growing income inequality? By pursuing “pro-growth policies” and “actively seek(ing) to broaden the positive effects of economic growth.” How would he improve our post-secondary education system? By taking a “more inclusive approach.” How would he support job creation? Through “innovation and productivity growth.”

Broken record time here, but this past weekend shows the continued need. As car after car piles into the ditch, or each other in their November haste, remember: When the roads are wet, dark and slick, that is not an annoyance, it is a warning. Adjust your driving habits to the conditions, or that next picture in the paper might be you.

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As you can see, there is no shortage of rhetoric with Trudeau, but when it comes to any concrete solutions to the country’s most pressing problems, he is remarkably light on speci¿cs, preferring to spout the same old motherhood statements we have heard so many times before. And that is not what we should expect from a man presenting himself as a future leader of one of the world’s most advanced economies. But let’s be clear. The Canadian media can take much of the credit for Trudeau’s growing popularity, treating him like a celebrity and fawning over his every move. All the major newspapers have run one story after another concentrating on the Montreal MP’s style, likability, good looks, youthfulness, etc. Apparently these are important traits when running for the leadership of a major political party. In a functioning democratic society, leadership

hopefuls would not be judged on their charisma or family lineage. Rather, they would be assessed on their past record in of¿ce, their speci¿c policy proposals and their vision for governing. Sadly, many of our major media outlets have dropped the ball on this one, zeroing in on Trudeau’s celebrity qualities, and turning what could have been a meaningful discussion of policy into a farce. “People are not just going to vote for Àash,” Trudeau was recently quoted as saying to reporters in Quebec. “They are going to vote for substance.” If this is true, then the Liberal Party of Canada may be in trouble. Rob Douglas writes monthly for the Cowichan News Leader Pictorial. He can be reached at douglas.robert.g@gmail.com

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

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Should municipalities be required to buy carbon credits to offset the pollution they create? “They shouldn’t be required to buy carbon credits. We’re a fairly forward-thinking town. We don’t need bureaucrats telling councils to do it, yet. Nobody likes being made to do something.”

Leah Patterson, Duncan

“Yes. Carbon credits should be mandatory. Everyone who signs the Climate Action Charter should be accountable and come back with numbers in a certain time period to reduce their carbon footprint.”

Oliver Guerette, Duncan

What do you think? Log on to www.cowichannewsleader.com and answer our Question of the Week. Results will be published in our next edition.

Garbage plan offers better service at a cheaper cost

Logging trucks should make regular checks a policy

Dear editor Re: the recent Highway 18 fatality caused by a rock from a logging truck. I have noticed logging truck drivers from Prince George to the Okanagan stopping their rigs when they reach a public highway after hauling their loads on backroads. These drivers are checking their tires and brakes also making sure the load is still secure and there is nothing stuck between the dual wheels. I thought it was the law; I guess its not. Dwight Yochim of the Truck Loggers Association is right in saying the dual wheels could pick up debris anywhere on the highway, but have you ever noticed professional drivers watch for debris and almost never run over anything, even a paper bag? In my opinion if they are going to pickup anything it would be while off-road, therefore it’s time these companies made it a practice to stop and do their checks as others do. They may save a life. Larry Le Compte

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ollowing the lead of such jurisdictions as Port Alberni, Port Coquitlam and the Regional District of the Central Okanagan, the CVRD is proposing to modernize curbside collection services in the electoral areas by shifting away from a traditional manual collection system to automated curbside collection. Such an in-house service has proven to provide excellent value for residents. It brings quality service, long-term stability, lower costs and, no unexpected price hikes. In the CVRD electoral Duncan areas, it is expected the new service will initially lower present costs by $1 to 11 dollars per home Biodiesel not all you made it out to be and keep rates stable in the long term. It can even Dear editor increase recycling rates. Some areas have seen an You have the responsibility to at least show increase of up to 30 per cent in recycling. some basic understanding of the issues and the The CVRD’s mandate is to provide the best serAndrew Leong meaning of the words used in your Nov. 14 vices possible at the best price to our residents and Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Campaign kickoff at Thrifty Foods on Wednesday November 14, with Thrifty Foods biodiesel story. You describe Cowichan Biodtaxpayers. The local solid waste collection market of Duncan presenting the Ärst donation of a $500 gift card. Sonia Bento, Christmas Kettle Coordinator, Al Watson, iesel’s product as “100% biodegradeable.” It is is very fractured due to the small size of service Thrifty Foods Duncan Store Manager, North Cowichan Mayor Jon Lefebure, and Dave Maandag, Director of Salvation not. It is no more biodegradable than gasoline, areas and the diversity of local governments. Army were there. conventional diesel, or crude oil pumped from The CVRD is proposing to borrow up to a the ground. You refer to “the non-toxic, biodemaximum of $1,775,000, at no additional cost to which would authorize the CVRD to borrow trucks in seven or eight years when they are gradeable renewable gas…” It is not non-toxic. the taxpayer, to fund the purchase of three fully almost $1.8 million to purchase trucks and worn out. Who is going to pay the constant It is not bio-degradable. It is not gas. automated, dual-compartment curbside colleceasy-roll totes for a new in-house (CVRD) increase in payroll and bene¿ts? We will have Later, the article questions the application tion trucks and easy-roll totes for users in all nine curbside waste collection, you must complete to hire more managers who will hire more of the carbon tax to biodiesel. Why? It is no electoral areas. As a local government, we can acand submit to the CVRD of¿ce an Elector staff and the wheel starts grinding away at different from gasoline, conventional diesel or Response Form by 4:30 p.m., Nov. 26. cess long-term, low-rate (3.57%) ¿nancing. That the taxpayer. The private contractors who are natural gas. All release carbon dioxide into the results in a direct bene¿t to customers. If you do nothing, you are considered to have doing a good job do not burden us with the atmosphere. All contribute to global warming. approved this plan (read negative billing). Out While this is a change for the CVRD in how double-time costs etc. I believe the CVRD This kind of careless reporting is in my here in the part of Glenora where I live, many should not get involved in business that can be the service is delivered, there will be no noticeview irresponsible and only contributes to the of us have long gravel driveways, often with run by the private sector. At some point in time able change to residents. Those electoral areas confusion and uncertainty that exists in the that receive recycling services only, like South steep inclines and no roadside curbs. We’re we will realize what is happening in Greece, public’s mind surrounding these important Cowichan, will continue to have much of their lucky if we have a shoulder at the road. EasyIreland, Spain and many other countries is issues. Your readers deserve better. garbage collected by PAN Disposal, while the roll totes will work ¿ne in the city where there they lost control of their ¿nancial houses by Tom Masters are smooth, level paved driveways leading to creating enormous bureaucracies controlled by service will remain the same for the areas receivChemainus neat street-side curbs. Out here, not so much. public unions. Show me a politician who truly ing both garbage and recycling. In addition, Can you visualize a small woman in her late understands economics and has the guts to say the CVRD’s 12,000 electoral area residents will eighties trying to push one of these up her no to constant requests for more. He or she just pay less than they do now in household fees to Totes not suitable for rural roads, receive curbside collection services that presently gravel driveway? wants to get through their term or terms with people lacking physical strength include contractor collection, garbage disposal Get more information and make your decino hassle. I hope the citizens get out and sign Dear editor and program administration by the CVRD. A sion. Call CVRD or go to cvrd.bc.ca. the response form m— available online from If you oppose the CVRD Bylaw No. 3607, draft budget is available at zerowastecowichan.ca. We don’t need more debt for something the CVRD — and show that we will demonWe undertook one of our broadest awareness which won’t work in rural areas. strate our rights to not be bullied into accepting w campaigns between August and October: this added burden. Anne A Wilkinson • mailed-out pamphlets to the region’s 12,000 Glenora G Terry van de Martel residents Cowichan Bay • detailed information at zerowastecowichan.ca CVRD C garbage plan just going to “Do most drivers know how to use roundabouts • six regional open houses More letters online properly?” • posted answers to residents’ questions about add a to the bureaucracy You answered: (95 votes) new totes, curbside household fees and more at Dear D editor Also, read fresh stories every day and share zerowastecowichan.ca/talk-it-up/road-zero-blog. As a resident of Cowichan Bay I am against 82 per cent NO your thoughts immediately through the com• did media interviews, and newspaper and tthis borrowing of up to $1,775,000 to further ments function. radio advertisements To vote on the next Question of the Week, log onto the tthe growth of the CVRD bureaucracy. The at cowichannewsleader.com • gave presentations to community groups and web poll at www.cowichannewsleader.com iinformation does not talk about where the members of the public. m money is going to come from to replace these Visit zerowastecowichan.ca/curbside, connect with us on Facebook (Zero Waste Cowichan) or directly at es@cvrd.bc.ca or 250-746-2540. Residents who do not support the proposal are encouraged to submit an elector response form by Nov. 26. These are available at the CVRD of¿ce Here are some tips: Keep it short — 300 words or less; Keep it local — letters raised in We want to hear your opinion on just about any matter of local interest. or online at cvrd.bc.ca. response to issues raised in our pages get top priority; Keep it clean — attack the issue, Here’s how to send it to us: not the individual. • Email your thoughts to editor@cowichannewsleader.com The CVRD is focused on working with resiYou must include your full name, home community and a phone number where we can • Mail your letter to Unit 2, 5380 Trans-Canada Highway, Duncan B.C., V9L 6W4 dents to make the curbside program a success and reach you during ofﬁce hours. Addresses and phone numbers will not be published. • Fax it to us at 250-746-8529 help the region meet its goal of Zero Waste. We Letters will be edited for clarity, grammar, length and good taste. 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Rabey agreed. “It’s an inconvenience for us.” According to a VIU release, limited work/study space is available in the Cowichan Students’ Commons area from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. today. Counselling for emergency situations is also being provided. The university will post updates at viu.ca/labourupdate. Students are also encouraged to monitor their e-mails for updates. Other VIU campuses affected are Nanaimo, Parksville/Qualicum and Powell River. The walkout also affects North Island College, Camosun College, College of the Rockies and the College of New Caledonia. Vancouver Community College Peter W. Rusland workers went out Monday, the lat- VIU Cowichan student Sydney Rabey works on a term paper Tuesday while the campus’ est in a series of actions there. classes were cancelled during strike action by VIU’s unionized support staff.

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The man was the lone occupant of a Ford Taurus involved in the accident. Before police arrived, he got out of the vehicle and ran east on Coronation Avenue. The accident occurred when the Taurus, heading north on the TCH, failed to stop at a red light, according to police. It struck a purple 2007 Ford Edge heading east on Coronation. The Edge spun into a yellow 2006 Chev Cobalt that was travelling west on Coronation. The Taurus, meantime, veered to the

right and drove into the back of a 2009 Chev pickup that was attempting to turn right onto the TCH from Coronation. B.C. Ambulance personnel attended to the other drivers and passengers. Only minor injuries were reported. Police spoke to the owner of the Taurus and he con¿rmed it had been stolen about a half hour earlier. Anyone with information is asked to contact the North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP at 250-748-5522 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800TIPS (8477).

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pgrades are coming to Bright Angel Park. And the public will have a chance to hear about those plans during an open house Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Hub at Cowichan Station, 2375 Koksilah Rd. “It hasn’t changed since 1967,’’ Cowichan Valley Regional District Parks & Trails Planner Graham Gidden said of the relic park. A $560,000 grant application for park upgrades — including $100,000 in matching funds — was approved and the rejuvenation of speci¿c facilities must be completed by the end of March

2015. “We’re calling the grant a recreation rejuvenation project,’’ said Gidden. “We’re not actually creating anything new. We’re just upgrading the washrooms, playground, ¿tness station, a playing ¿eld and a regrade-resurface for creating accessible trails.’’ Building a proper well and septic system for the washrooms will be an important feature. Wheelchair and general accessibility to the water and park trails is also a priority. At the open house, there will be an opportunity for the public to speak about the locations of the facilities that aren’t exactly etched in stone. “We’re not set on where we’re going to put these,’’ said Gidden.

“We’re also trying to centralize a lot of the amenities. “Everything we’re proposing is on pre-developed land. We’re not actually going to be cutting down any trees or anything like that.’’ A preliminary open house was held at the park Saturday. “We just felt we’d try something new and do an open house in the park on Saturday and catch people that were there,’’ said Gidden. “It was a pretty decent turnout.’’ Thursday’s open house will take future planning into account. “We’re also going to initiate a management plan to look beyond this project,’’ said Gidden. “We’re asking the public to give input: ‘What do they see in the next 10 to 15 years? What issues are going to come up?’’’

he squeaky wheel gets their leaves trucked, in Mayor Phil Kent’s world. Public demand prompted the city to offer a one-off trial of home yard-debris pickup, tentatively slated for Nov. 27 to 29. Eco-conscious homeowners have until Nov. 20 to preregister, in person, at city hall for pickup of up to ¿ve bags of leaves, twigs and boughs. “It’s a one-time trial to see what the uptake is,” Kent said. “Lots of people in the past couple of elections asked about that,” he said of Duncan’s yard-waste composting yard at Cliffs and Banks Road corner that was closed in recent years due to budget restraint. “Costs were getting too high, but we’re still getting some feedback again from neighbourhoods saying they’d like to have another opportunity to have their yard waste picked up.” The trial trucking idea appeared in recent newspaper ads. It will cost homeowners $10 for collection of up to ¿ve biodegradable bags of yard waste such as leaves, plants, clippings, and branches up to two inches diameter. Folks can also buy extra bag tickets for $2. Pickup will happen during regular city trash pickup days. The yard-waste would “likely go Bings Creek (transfer station) or another transfer station, then to digestion for composting,” explained Kent. For more, call city hall at 250746-6126. — Peter W. Rusland

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BlaCk Tie awards 2013 The Black Tie Awards enter their 17th season with new categories and Catalyst Paper as the new Presenting Sponsor. This annual event honours individuals, organizations and businesses that drive economic vitality and community spirit in the Cowichan Valley. “We approached Catalyst because of their commitment to our community for over half a century. With their combination of community commitment and business acumen, they epitomize business excellence and that’s what the Black Tie Awards are all about,” said Chamber President George Gates. As a presenting sponsor, Rob Belanger, the General Manager of Presenting Sponsor Catalyst Paper Crofton Division of the will present the award in a new Black Tie Awards 2013 category, ‘Business Achievement for Companies with 20 or more Employees”. He will also give the opening address the night of the Awards. “It’s an honour to be the presenting sponsor, and we look forward to working with the Chamber to ensure it’s a memorable event,” said Robert Belanger, General Manager of Catalyst Paper in Crofton. “The Black Tie Awards are an opportunity to collectively acknowledge the hard work of our community businesses and connect with the community at large.” The Black Tie Awards and Catalyst Paper share similar values on the importance of community involvement, providing excellent value to customers, environmental stewardship, innovation and leadership. In fact, these values are reflected in the Awards criteria and assessment processes. Catalyst maintains a Chamber membership to engage with the business community, participate and contribute. To date the Awards media sponsors are the Cowichan News Leader and 89.7 SunFM. Economic Development Cowichan originated and sponsors the Green Award. Nominations are open to the public and accepted December 1, 2012 through to January 31, 2013. There are four ways to nominate: 1. Online at www.blacktieawards.com; 2. Email to chamber@duncancc.bc.ca; 3. Use the online form as a guide and fax to 250.746.8222; and 4. In person at the Chamber office or Visitor Centre at 361 Trans Canada Hwy.

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Last year the Chamber received a record 186 nominations. This is a community-wide event so both non-members and members are eligible to nominate and to be nominated. Each nomination is followed up with a phone call to confirm/clarify the facts and gather more information. A standardized question form is used to rate each nomination. From there the judging panel assesses the scores and selects three finalists in each category. All the finalists are interviewed. The results are audited, sealed and secured until the Awards Banquet, April 13, 2013. To better recognize businesses of all sizes, the Chamber has developed three business Award categories: 1. Business Achievement for Companies with 20 or More Employees 2. Business Achievement for Companies with 11 – 19 Employees 3. Business Achievement for Companies with 1 – 10 Employees (formerly Home-Based Business) The other categories remain unchanged and are: Customer Service, Volunteer of the Year, Young Entrepreneur, Green Business sponsored by Economic Development Cowichan, and Art in Business. The recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award is selected by the Chamber’s Board of Directors in consultation with previous Lifetime Achievement Award winners. To find out more about the Awards, or to make a nomination as of December 1, go to www.blacktieawards.com. And pencil in the Awards Banquet for Saturday April 13, 2013. Tickets go on sale in the New Year.

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The Advantages of Membership Because networking and professional development are key beneďŹ ts for Chamber members, we like to make sure new members hit the ground running. Each new member receives a personal welcome from the Chamberâ€™s Welcome Ambassador Marilyn Cringan. Marilyn delivers a new member package with a personalized membership certiďŹ cate and a collection of coupons and discounts especially for Chamber members. The memberâ€™s online listing, with logo goes live on the Chamber Business Directory as soon as payment is complete. New members are featured in the newsletter with business description, links, social media and all contact information. New members receive a special introduction at their ďŹ rst Chamber event, and are invited to share their business â€œelevator speechâ€? with fellow members. The Cowichan Region is served by ďŹ ve Chambers of Commerce: Ladysmith, Chemainus, Lake Cowichan, Duncan-Cowichan and South Cowichan. The region is also home to mobile business licenses â€“ that is - a business license purchased in Ladysmith, North Cowichan, Duncan or Lake Cowichan applies to any of those municipalities. The Chemainus and Duncan-Cowichan Chambers of Commerce signed a memorandum of understanding establishing AfďŹ liate memberships. Organizations holding a membership in Chemainus receive a reduced membership rate in Duncan-Cowichan. Or members holding a membership in Duncan-Cowichan receive a reduced afďŹ liate rate in Chemainus. The MOU allows members to rack their information in both Visitor Centres and enjoy member rates and events in both communities. The Chambers share information about events and news, so businesses are â€œin-the-knowâ€? and have wider opportunities to participate and raise their proďŹ le throughout the region.

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Another BeneďŹ t of Belonging There have been 14 Chamber events this fall. Ten have past, and there are still four to come. Unless noted otherwise, RSVP to chamber@duncanccc. bc.ca.

Nov. 22: Annual General Meeting 5:30 â€“ 7:30 pm at The Quamichan Inn 1478 Maple Bay Road A members-only event where we recap the Chamberâ€™s activities this past year, and hear plans for 2013. An opportunity to connect with fellow members and speak face-to-face with the Chamberâ€™s Directors and staff.

Nov. 27: Return to the GST/PST 5:00 â€“ 7:00 pm Community Futures Boardroom 135 Third Street Tax Specialists from BC Ministry of Finance will brief attendees on the speciďŹ cs of the upcoming tax structure and how to transition to GST/PST. The province returns to the GST/SPT April 1, 2013 This is a FREE event, thanks to a generous sponsorship by Hayes, Stewart, Little. Due to limited seating, preference will be giving to Chamber members during registration.

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Two-Chamber Holiday Mixer Dec. 4, 5:00 pm Merridale Ciderworks 1230 Merridale Road Members $25, Non-Members $35 Duncan-Cowichan Chamber & South Cowichan Chamber present our ďŹ rst Two-Chamber Holiday Mixer at Merridale Ciderworks. Come ready to bid on Silent Auction items for gifts to put under the Christmas tree. Price includes appyâ€™s & glass of Cider. Merridale is pulling out all the stops for a gustatory showpiece, delicious treats especially for the Chamber! RSVP to chamber@duncancc.bc.ca or southcowichanchamber@shaw.ca ~ Please bring an item for the Food Bank ~

The Duncan Sears store was tucked into Duncan Village Mall for 33 years, when Robin Mayo came into replace his hot water heater one autumn day in 2011. It was a day like any other until, â€œYep, I came into Sears to buy a hot water tank, and ended up coming home with the companyâ€?. In less than a year Robyn, his wife Tessy and son Jackson have transformed a solid little business into 15,000 square feet of shopping at their new location on Beverly Street. The expanded format is new to the Sears network of 280 dealer-owned stores; in fact, itâ€™s the ďŹ rst of its kind in Canada with more to follow. As a test site, performance is exceptional with increased sales of 30% and 32% in the ďŹ rst two months of operation. Now Sears is developing six more across Canada, including stores in Campbell River and Courtney. Why did Sears select the Duncan store as a test site for the new format? â€œThey liked what they saw in the new ownershipâ€?, says Robin. â€œAnd I think one of the biggest reasons is because weâ€™re local. When you are born and raised here, you have a better feeling for the community.â€? Sears dealer stores offer the best of both worlds. Customers can order and purchase any Sears product, and there thousands to choose from. Plus, with local owners, customers receive personalized, face-to-face service from people they know and who care. The Mayo family maintained Chamber membership when they bought the company. â€œOne of the biggest reasons is that local commitment. We ask people to shop locally at our store, so we do the same. And weâ€™re really looking forward to hosting a mixer in the New Year.â€? Success in the new location has drawn attention. There will be a ribbon cutting on November 30, and Sears senior executive are ďŹ‚ying in from Toronto and New York. Customers, Sears staff, and local VIPâ€™s will be in attendance.

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y the way, did you hear: • The annual Golden Brush Awards are this weekend in Chemainus and the nominees are: Retail Business of the Year: Chemainus Foods, Golden Hanger Consignment Boutique, Sandpiper Gardens and Glass. Food Service Business of the Year: Odika Café, Twisted Sisters Tearoom, Willow Street Café. Manufacturing Business of the Year: Degage Fashions, Seaward Kayaks, Vancouver Island Soap Factory. Personal Service Business of the Year: Doc the Barber, Flowering Tree Natural Spa, Leah’s Hair Shop, Urban Legends Hair Salon and Spa. Professional Service Business of the Year: Chemainus Animal Hospital, Coastal Community Credit Union, Chemainus Post Of¿ce. Trades or Contractor Business of the Year: Chris Clement Contracting, Maggie’s Domestic Service, Sandpiper Gardens and Glass (for the glass business). Good Neighbour Award (for a business that caters in a special way to residents): Book Nook Coffee House, Chemainus Valley Courier, Pot of Gold Coffee Roasting Co; Best Customer Service: Anita Voisin, Chemainus Eye Care Marina, Odika Café, Marlie Kelsey, Chemainus Visitor Centre, Phil & Michelle Mavis, Willow Street Café. Volunteer of the Year: Bar-

Valley people Name: Anthony Cox Occupation: manager of Adam’s Tarp and Tool Age: 24 Hometown: Victoria, B.C. If you get a chance go see: In Time — currency is time, not money Right now I am reading: Duma Key by Stephen King I’m listening to: country At least once everyone should: tube down the Cowichan River Most people don’t know I: have my own scuba diving certiﬁcation Proudest or happiest moment: moving into my new house Biggest fear: running out of air while diving If I was appointed king of the valley I would: make it so everyone would support locallyowned businesses and have more community events Before I die: I want to try skydiving Words I live by: All or nothing, or nothing at all

bara Bond, Kathy Wachs, Rodney Pickard. • On Nov. 22, Heffel Fine Art Auction House will host the 2012 Fall Auction, presenting works by Canada’s greatest artists, including Cowichan’s E.J. Hughes. The auction includes rare-to-the-market war drawings by Hughes including Patrol on Kiska in 1943 (Estimate: $25,000 to $35,000) and Unloading Supplies, Kiska 1943 (Estimate: $25,000 to $35,000). Other signi¿cant works include View of a Freighter at Crofton, B.C. (Estimate: $70,000 ~ $90,000). • News Leader Pictorial cartoonist Rob Kernachan’s talented hands aren’t just put to use skewering local politics. He’s launched a new website hue-nue-artworks.com, where you can check out his acrylic West Coast landscapes (and even a few ‘toons). • Kim Renee Cote is heartbroken about the theft of two prized Western saddles from her Gibbins Road tackroom. One is a Dennis Banzette burgundy saddle, heavily chromed and handcarved, the other an irreplaceable Vic Bennett Ranch Saddle of rich chestnut leather, with basket weaving. LL Playing Leopard won the Canadian Championship in one. Exciting things happening for you, your friends or your family that you want to share with your community? Send me a quick email at editor@cowichannewsleader.com.

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ON STAGE No ifs or ands — Butts acceptable A musical nomad with roots in Uganda comes to Duncan Thursday. Nomad is Kinobe, a young Ugandan master of the 26-string African harp known as the kora, and Michael Waters, a Victoria-based guitar virtuoso. They met in Uganda in 2006 and have

mounted 10 tours in Canada, the United States and Europe since. According to the duo’s promotional material, Kinobe has travelled the whole of Africa, playing with musicians steeped in the tribal traditional styles. Waters played the guitar as a spiritual

practice for 33 years before his encounter with the medicine ceremonies of the Amazon triggered a creative breakthrough and the decision to begin playing publicly. Tickets are $17 advance, $20 at the door. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., music starts at 8 p.m.

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ueled by the success of TV’s Corner Gas, plus his new movie, comic Brent Butt was ready for some standup. He’ll pump punchlines into the Cowichan Theatre during his valley return Saturday, Nov. 24. Butt fumbled to remember his last hilarious valley show at the Cowichan Valley Best Western Inn more than a decade ago. That was understandable given all the skits under his career’s bridge since then. His show is usually scrubbed of swearing and sexual jokes, but Butt explained to the News Leader Pictorial how he’s an open-door man. “People have come to know me from prime-time TV,” he said of CTV’s six-season hit Corner Gas, “and assume it’s a sexually clean act. That puts pressure on me. “With stand-up, you can say and do what you like — some stuff is offensive to different people,” he said. “I’ve had people complain I said ‘hell’ and ‘damn.’ I generally work clean, but if I’m on stage and think of something that’s in a different vein, I always want to be able to go with it.” However, Butt avoids mocking current events during his usually droll delivery. “I keep my head out of the news. Maybe that makes me a bonehead but I tend to look at minutia and the big picture, and current events fall in between. “I’m neither navel gazing or thinking philosophically; most news is generally with people killing people, “Sometimes I try depressing and poisoning the planet.” going down one He dodged revealing exactly what Saturday’s act will contain. avenue and see Butt’s basically a pragmatic guy. they’re not into “I create a mass of material then when I go on stage, sometimes I try going it, so I go down down one avenue and see they’re not another.” into it, so I go down another avenue. “It’s very Àuid and mercurial; it’s very much a dialogue with the audience — they’re telling me what they’re into and I respond.” Those answers will hold jokes he’s created in the past eight years. “After eight years of constant TV, I’ve put my nose to the grindstone to get new material.” He’s also just wrapped his ¿rst movie called No Clue that’s “a comedy mystery set in Vancouver” and set for release next year.

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The success of his hit series Corner Gas has made comedian Brent Butt a familiar face to people across Canada and in many parts of the world. Whether on set or on stage, Saskatchewan boy Butt, 46, said nerves aren’t a problem. “I’ve been doing this 25 years, and for whatever reason getting up in front of an audience is just about the only thing that makes sense to me. The rest of the day, I don’t know what I should be doing.” But he does know how to handle hecklers. “It’s not dif¿cult to make a drunk idiot look bad. You just let them talk, with ‘Pardon me, sir?’” But heckles aren’t usual in soft-seat venues like Cowichan’s theatre. Meanwhile, Butt’s proud of 107-episode sitcom Corner Gas that’s been screened in 26 countries. To Butt, it’s all about telling stories, live or on TV, after jotting

ideas in a notebook or into his phone’s voice-memory app. “TV’s storytelling with characters in a believable way, with a beginning and an end. With standup, you can have glib comments — it’s short-term funny.’’ He simply called Corner Gas’ appeal “real lightning in a bottle.” “If anything else will have that level of success again, I don’t know. I just try and make a good product.” Your ticket What: Brent Butt When: Nov. 24, 7:30 p.m. Where: Cowichan Theatre Tickets: $47.50. Call 250-748-7529

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Wednesday Duncan Diva Nights: Coaching for Self-Empowerment: Spirit of Women at Sands Reception Centre, 187 Trunk Rd., 5 to 6:15 p.m. Coping with Transitions in Dementia: Wednesdays, Nov. 7 through 28, from 9:30 a.m. to noon at Duncan United Church`s Fellowship Room, 246 Ingram St. Cowichan Valley Camera Club: Meets second Tuesday, third and fourth Wednesday, 7 p.m., September through June at Mellor Hall, Cowichan Exhibition Centre. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) BC#1376: Meets every Wednesday, 7 p.m., Sundance Room, Duncan United Church, 246 Ingram St.

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Multicultural Leadership Group: For youth every Thursday, 2:30 to 5:30 p.m., Duncan United Church, 246 Ingram St. Active, energetic, creative, fun and inter-cultural. For more info go to cis-iwc.org.

Friday Concert for a Winter’s Eve: Showcase performance. Admission by food or cash donation for the local food bank. T. Gil Bunch Theatre, Brentwood College, 7:30 p.m. curtain. Cowichan Valley Capitals: versus Alberni Valley, 7 p.m., Cowichan Arena, 2687 James St. Tickets $14, $12 students and seniors, $9 children. Kids ﬁve and under free. Call 250748-PLAY. Capoeira Festival: Three days at the Hub in Cowichan

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CLARKSON, Roberta Louise “Bobbie” On November 14, 2012 Bobbie completed her circle of life. A wife to Bob, a mother to Tim, Mark and Chris. Grandma to Tim Jr., Brandon, Jana, Melissa and Travis. A great Grandma to Ariann, Maddison and Hunter. A sister to Andrea, Jeanette and Jack. A friend to many, she will be sorrowly missed by all that knew and loved her. Bobbie was predeceased by her precious son Mark, her parents Hector and Ruby Waite, and her sister Andrea Bates. Bobbie was born in Kings Daughters Hospital in Duncan B.C. on October 4th, 1941. She grew up in Youbou. Contracting polio as a child did not put a damper on her red headed spirit, which she shared with her sister and brother. It is here that she met and married Bob, and they settled in Youbou and raised their sons. They later moved to Crofton. She worked in the cafeteria in the pulp mill in Crofton, making many friends. Bobbie loved being with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Also her trips with Bob, sisters and friends to the casinos and more recently her trips to the states with her friend Karen and Auntie Vi. This just made her plain Happy. Her network of friends on facebook gave her much joy. We will all miss her but know she is free of pain now and being loved and cared for on the other side. RIP Bobbie. A celebration of life will be held at Crofton Community Centre, on Roberts St., across from the ﬁre hall on Sunday the 25th of November, 2012 from 1-4pm. Flowers gratefully declined, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. FIRST MEMORIAL FUNERAL SERVICES

GORANSON Lynn Marie (Abar), born May 18, 1945 died peacefully and with great courage with family by her side on Nov 10/2012. Predeceased by her loving husband and best friend Bill, parents Cecile and Harold Abar and sisters Diane and Cindy and brother Keith. Survived by her loving children; Travis (Selena), Leilanie (Corrin) and Leah. Also survived by her grandchildren Ashley, Keagan, Brent, Carson, Abby and her godson Reese. Lynn is also survived by her sister Ellen (Gardner), and brothers Lee (Karen), Larry (Delores), Neil, Bruce (Kari-Anne), and Jay (Winter). She will be mourned by her many nieces, nephews and many wonderful friends and of course by her faithful companion Kiko. Our Mother always carried herself with such grace, integrity and honesty. A devoted wife and mother, she put her family ﬁrst always before herself and her kindness, generosity and never ending positivity impacted many lives and she will always be remembered for her gracious heart! A Memorial Tea will be held at the Mesachie Lake Fire Hall on Nov 24th from 1-4pm. We ask that in lieu of ﬂowers that a donation be made in our Mother’s honour to the BC Cancer Foundation. Online condolences may be offered at www.hwwallacecbc.com

SLOAN, Darquise (Dot) 1933-2012 Dot Sloan 79 yrs, died peacefully on Oct 24, 2012 at the lodge on 4th in Ladysmith BC, after a long struggle with cancer. Dot was born Oct 10, 1933, in Cornwall ON, the daughter of Wilfred and Marie Hart. In addition to raising seven children she was a proud grandmother who always put others before her self. And thoroughly enjoyed volunteering at the local food bank. Dot is survived by her sisters: Jocelyne and Doreen, her brother Norman, daughters Debby, Cathy and Christine. son Mike as well as many nieces, nephews and grandchildren. Dot will be deeply missed and never forgotten by those who knew and loved her. A celebration of Dots life will be held at 11am Saturday, Nov 24, 2012 at St Johns Anglican Church, 486 Jubilee St in Duncan. In Lieu of ﬂowers a donation may be made to the cancer society or a charity of your choice. On line condolences may be offered at www.hwwallacecbc.com

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Halpenny, Bryan Keith (Curly) late of Cowichan Bay, British Columbia, November 10, 2012

Surrounded by family and wearing beloved Montreal Canadien’s Jersey, Bryan (Curly) passed away peacefully at St. Paul’s Hospital, Saskatoon, SK. Bryan was born December 28, 1956 and was welcomed in the hearts of his parents, Stan and Hilda. He often said he couldn’t have had a better childhood than his, growing up alongside Dave at the family farm in Madison, SK. When the farm was sold, Bryan spent the remainder of his teens in Kindersley, enjoying playing hockey and a very active “social” life. He never ran out of stories about both! The friendships he made were held near and dear to his heart always. Bryan and Judy became a couple in 1982. Judy brought with her the gift of Arden and Amber. Brett was born to them in 1987. In the spring of 1990 the family which now included 6 week old Logan, made the move to Vancouver Island. While great friends and memories have been made there, hi his hheart was still on ill always l the farm and prairie. Bryan came home for many years, seeding and harvest to help cousin Reg. This fall was spent with the Hannon’s for harvest – Curly was with his “other Mom, Dad & family” and in retrospect it was a fitting farewell. Bryan worked for the Regional District in Mill Bay, B.C. until kidney failure and dialysis made it impossible. Bryan was given the most unselfish gift of life from his brother Dave, who donated one of his kidneys March 04, 1998. It was an unconditional act of love that we were at an utter lost as to how to thank Dave for. Uncertain health made it impossible for Bryan to return to his previous job, so he began doing carpentry again on the island and in Kindersley. He put on a brave front but suffered much more than anyone knew. Bryan was always involved with hockey, acting as trainer for Kerry Park Jr. B Islanders for over ten years, then in various capacities in Brett and Logan’s minor and junior hockey. It was truly one of his passions as were all sports. Bryan didn’t wear his heart on his sleeve but anyone who knew him was aware of the teddy bear he was inside. He loved children and animals and they loved him. Family and friends were everything to him. Happy hour at the Red Lion was his favorite time of day. Bryan was predeceased by his parents Stan and Hilda Halpenny, several aunts and uncles, very special friends Debbie Healy, Ron Hodgkinson and Ken Wagner. He is survived and forever loved by his wife Judy – children Arden, Amber, Brett (Richelle) and Logan. His grandchildren who were his greatest passion Devin and Leya (aka Tikki) brothers Dave (Jeanette), Dale Johnstone (Jenny), Barrie Maguire(Holly), sister Sue Duff (Rick), brother-in-law Glen Reid, sister-in-law Carol Betnar, numerous nephews, nieces and cousins and his surrogate families the Georget’s and Hannon’s. A Celebration of Bryan’s life will be held on Saturday, November 17, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. from St. Paul’s United Church, Kindersley, Sask., with Marj Mack officiating. There will be a Celebration of Life on Vancouver Island at a later date. If desired, donations can be made to Kids Sport c/o Prairie Rose Floral & Gift, Kindersley, SK (306) 4634716. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Kindersley Community Funeral Home.

MCINTYRE, Alice Doreen July 25, 1925-November 16, 2012 Born July 25, 1925 in Ontario to Irene Emma and George Williams, she lost her father as a very young girl and was raised by her mother and grandparents through the Great Depression and WWII. She graduated from high school while working at Continental Can to help support herself and her mother, while also studying classical piano and voice, becoming a talented pianist and soprano. She met her future husband Donald at age 18 during the War when he was serving with the RCAF. They married and had two daughters and built their ﬁrst house on the shores of Lake Ontario. Moving cross-country to the Cowichan Valley in 1959, she settled her family and helped Donald run the Texico gas station, later going on to work for the Cowichan Leader, The United Way, and then for the Provincial Government as a Clerk of the Provincial, County and Supreme courts. She was also a Justice of the Peace. She was a master of many needle arts as well as a talented gardener and welcomed and enjoyed the company of family, friends and neighbours surrounding her long time home “Lochbrae” in Cherry Point. She is predeceased by her mother Irene Cramb, her husband of more than 60 years Donald Walker McIntyre, and is survived by and will forever be loved and remembered by daughters Melanie Nicholson (Jack), Clinton, B.C., Wendy Kroon (Peter), Campbell River, B.C., grandsons Ryan Nicholson (Brenda) of Pitt Meadows, B.C., Matthew Nicholson, Vancouver, B.C., Adam Kroon, Victoria, B.C., great-granddaughter Paige Grace Nicholson, niece Judith Armstrong and family, Ron Armstrong and family, and Ian McLean. Family wish to thank Dr. Wong and Pastor Norm, and so many of the caring staff of Sunridge Place, Duncan, B.C. Please forgive us if your names are not noted here….you are in our hearts. Stella, Nicole, Alysha, Christian, Sandrine, Judy, Brandy and Kim, you are angels on this earth. For your gifts of love and compassion, and your intuitive, skilled and gentle care of our Mom in her ﬁnal years, days and hours we are humbled and so thankful. Cremation with interment at Hatley Memorial Gardens, Victoria, B.C. No service by request.

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Born at Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, England my mother died at Cowichan District Hospital on November 14, 2012. She leaves to mourn her passing her daughter Jane (Alex) Matheson, brother John (Mildred) Gillies, sister-inlaw Jeanne (Arthur – deceased), her beloved God-daughter Mandy (Peter) Taggart and family, and many nieces and nephews both in British Columbia, and England. The highlight of her life was at the onset of World War II, when at the tender age of 19, she volunteered for the Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS) joining No. 1 company. She must surely have been one of the few remaining from this company of 200 women. During training she became a Physical Education Instructor leading No.1 company. In 1943 No.1 company shipped to Kenya, to relieve the troops in East Africa to fight in the North Africa campaign. Stationed in Nairobi, these 200 women assumed clerical tasks, became lorry drivers, and were involved in transports up through Ethiopia and Sudan to Allied Headquarters in Alexandria, Egypt. Falling in love with Kenya was easy and my mother decided to stay in East Africa. In Uganda, she worked for the Buganda Provincial Police from 1958 to 1962; and following independence in 1962, she became the personal secretary to the new Prime Minister Milton Obote. Leaving Uganda ahead of Idi Amin’s infamous regime, she and her husband Reginald settled in Wimbledon, England. Widowed in 1993, she remained in England until 2005, when she emmigrated to Canada to be with her daughter and husband on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. She loved it here and her last seven and a half years in Canada were happy ones. An avid golfer, she was a member of the Nairobi Golf Club, Kampala Golf Club, Roehampton Golf Club and latterly the Arbutus Ridge Golf Club, playing until age 88. Also an avid bridge player, she played until she was 91. Having lived on three continents, she had an exciting and fulfilling life. Following cremation, her ashes will be intered at Putney Vale Cemetery, Wimbledon with her husband and mother. The family would like to thank their family doctors and friends Lisa and Jean-Marie Wilson, and Dr. Isobel Rimmer and the wonderful staff at the Cowichan District Hospital for their excellent and sympathetic care. A memorial service will be held at St. John’s Anglican Church, Cobble Hill, on Thursday, November 22nd at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, we would appreciate donations to the Cowichan District Hospital Foundation. Online condolences may be offered a www.hwwallacecbc.com HW Wallace (250) 701-0001

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LEGALS NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS RE: ESTATE OF PAMELA MYRTLE SHEPPARD, also known as PAMELA SHEPPARD and PAM SHEPPARD. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Pamela Myrtle Sheppard, also known as PAMELA SHEPPARD and PAM SHEPPARD, late of #408, 256 Government Street, Duncan, BC, are required to send full particulars of such claim to Ridgway & Company, 200-44 Queens Road, Duncan, BC, V9L 2W4 on or before the December 21, 2012, after which date the Estate’s assets will be distributed having regard only to claims that have been received. William R. Younie, Executor, by his solicitors, Ridgway & Company.

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In 1960 Ming became the new proprietor of Wing-On Food Market Ltd.; he had a long and successful career and retired in 1988. He was well respected and regarded by the community and was a prominent member of the Duncan Chinese Freemason Association, the Duncan Dart Koon Club and the Duncan Chinese Community Association. As a loving husband, father and grandfather, his memory will be cherished by those he leaves behind. The family would like to express their appreciation and thanks to the doctors and nursing staff at Cowichan District Hospital for the care of our loved one.

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Ming immigrated to Duncan in the 1950’s and worked with his father, Chung Bak (George) at Wing-On Market. Returned to China in 1955 to marry Jing Yee and spent two years before returning to Canada in 1957. Jing Yee and daughter Lena immigrated in 1958 to join Ming.

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A Celebration of Life will be held at Quw’utsun’ Cultural Centre, 200 Cowichan Way (next to the Chances Casino), Duncan, B.C., on Sunday November 25th, 2012 at 11:30 am. Interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery, Duncan, B.C.

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Survived by his loving wife Jing Yee, daughter Lena (Andrew Leong), son Norman (Janet) and son Dayman (Ainslie). Grandchildren: Sandra Leong (Jason Born), Kevin Leong (Fiancee, Jaleesa Nardino), Samuel, Daniel and Nathan Lowe, and Breanna and Sydney Lowe. He is also survived by his sister, Susie Lowe. He will also be remembered by numerous relatives and friends.

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Moon Sing (Ming) Lowe of Duncan, B.C. passed away peacefully on November 13th 2012, surrounded by his family at Cowichan District Hospital at the age of 82. Born on February 27, 1931 in Lew How, Kwangtung Province, China.

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Notice is Hereby Given that Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of KATHLEEN TERESA DE ROY VAN ZUYDEWYN, formerly of Sunridge Lodge, 361 Bundock Avenue, Duncan, BC V9L 3P1, Deceased, are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned Executrix, c/o Chuck Blanaru, Heath Law LLP, #200-1808 Bowen Road, Nanaimo, BC V9S 5W4, on or before December 24th, 2012, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received. MARIONNE HENDRICA MacMUNN, Executrix.

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LOST AND FOUND FOUND: Camelbak water bottle found Nov. 8 across from new Maple Bay Firehall. Item was dropped off at the News Leader Pictorial, Unit 2-5380 TCH (between Buckerfields & the Brick). To identify phone 250-746-4471. FOUND: Gold ring with inscription found in the Safeway parking lot on Friday, November 9th. Please call MaryAnne to claim (250) 246-4089 LOST: SILVER Pentax digital camera, Sat, Nov. 17, Craig St Brew Pub & Court’s Sports Lounge. Call (250)597-4012. The News Leader Pictorial office is holding several sets of “found” keys”, since March 2003. Stop into the office and see if any belong to you. #2-5380 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan, next to Buckerfields

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CHEMAINUS FIRE DEPT. Annual Christmas Craft Fair. Sat., Nov. 24. from 10-3. 9901 Chemainus Rd. Tables still available!! Call 250-246-3121 Damali Lavender Preserves! November 24 & 25, 10am-4pm All of our culinary preserves will be open for tasting. Sample Lavender Jelly, Lavender Pepper Jelly, Spicy Lavender Glaze, Lavender Honey, Lavender Syrup and our newest addition Blackberry and Lavender Jam! Ummm it’s so good! Try a little on a piece of ‘True Grain Bread’ 3500 Telegraph Rd, Cobble Hill (250) 701-8903

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10 am to 3 pm Mill Bay Community Hall (next to Kerry Park Arena) 25 tables of crafts, baking, etc. Lunch served, coffee & snacks Come out and see us! Sponsored by the Lake Bay Hill Hospital Auxiliary TANSOR ELEMENTARY Christmas Craft Fair. Saturday December. 1st. Tansor Elementary School, 10am till 2pm, 3594 Auchinachie Rd, Duncan. Check out our talented vendors, bake sale and rafﬂe baskets! Wheelchair friendly, Everyone welcome! $15.00 for a table! Door Prizes! Contact Mellisa at 250-701-5868 or Eileen at 250-748-8300. The Ts’i’ts’uwatul’Lelum Assisted Living Project (TLAL) is under the umbrella of M’akola ILBC Housing Society, a notfor-proﬁt agency. We are hosting our 1st Annual Christmas Fundraiser. The event program will include a Christmas Craft Fair, Bake Sale and a Festive Silent Auction. This is a great opportunity to do your last minute Christmas shopping and purchase some delicious holiday desserts. Call for vendor registration details. Saturday, December 1, 2012 9:30 am - 2:30 pm 5755 Allenby Road, Duncan Telephone: 250-597-2252

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HELP WANTED

Life-Skills for Employment Starts January 2013 Interviews Nov/Dec The Community Options Society is running its preemployment program for youth, 15-30 yrs, helps to develop skills, conﬁdence and tools necessary to secure employment. Learn about problem solving, feedback, stereotypes, goal setting, resume writing, job searches, networking and much more. • The program runs January 7, 2013 to March 29, 2013 - Mon-Fri 9 to 3pm • Participants are paid while attending • Contact Mary or Jarred at 250-748-0232 We have a limited number of spaces available for the program. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can determine your eligibility and set up an interview. The Government of Canada has contributed funding to this initiative

For more information and to apply please see our website www.advocarehealth.com or email resume to Peggy.Long-Thibault@ advocarehealth.com or fax 1-250-597-2894 ELECTRICIAN JOURNEYMAN position, Port Hardy. Residential, commercial, industrial installations & maintenance. Require valid driver’s licence, electrician trade certiﬁcate & BCTQ. Fax or email resume: 250-949-9230 or: kkelec@cablerocket.com. EXPERIENCED PARTS Person for a progressive auto/industrial supplier. Hired applicant will receive top wages, full beneﬁts and RRSP bonuses plus moving allowances. Our 26,000 sq.ft store is located 2.5 hours N.E. of Edmonton, Alberta. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com Send resume to: Sapphire Auto, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Email: hr@sapphireinc.net

TAXI DISPATCHER Permanent, P/T weekend/ days. Must have excellent knowledge of Duncan area. Fax resume to 250-746-4987.

INCOME OPPORTUNITY

HELP WANTED

AND

FULL TIME EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT

For full position details and how you can apply, visit us at www.qms.bc.ca and click on “Employment”.

What you must have: • Must have insured, reliable vehicle What you’ll be doing: • Door to door delivery of the News Leader Pictorial • Pickup papers from warehouse and deliver papers to homes on assigned route(s) When we will need you: • Be available on-call for Wednesday and Friday deliveries What you receive: • Each route is paid a per piece rate • Fuel bonus • A HUGE THANK YOU! If this is something you are interested in, please contact:

Lara Stuart Circulation Manager 250-856-0047 circulation@cowichannewsleader.com

Get your wallet and your LEGS

in SHAPE

Permanent Carriers Required On The Following Routes: COBBLE HILL

203200 – Braithwaite, Farnsworth, Rolmar, Stuart (96 papers)

COWICHAN BAY

253440 – McGill, Rondeault, Simon, Willow Glen (55 papers)

CROFTON

503700 – Arthur, Chaplin, Edmund, Elizabeth, Meagan, Musgrave, Robert, York (61 papers)

CHEMAINUS

456000 – Caswell, Cecelia, Front, Hillside, Jonas, Josephine, River, Rose (79 papers)

SHAWNIGAN LAKE 354275 – Ravenhill, Skrimshire (41 papers) *all paper counts are approximates CALL LARA NOW

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

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

WORK WANTED

Queen Margaret’s School in Duncan is seeking applicants for ➢ Full-time Special Ed. Teacher and ➢ Full-time Educational Assistant 0.4 FTE

WE REQUIRE ADULT RELIEF CARRIERS IN THE COWICHAN VALLEY.

VOLUNTEERS

HUSBAND FOR HIRE. Nothing but the best. Carpenter, plumber, painter, electrician, pressure washing. Just ask my wife! Call 250-746-4493 or 250-709-1111

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

Need some extra money? Have a reliable vehicle? Like working outdoors in all types of weather? Available on Wednesdays and Fridays?

FLAGSTAFF COUNTY, Sedgewick, Alberta requires a full-time Licensed or 2nd to 4th year Apprentice, Heavy Duty Mechanic. Fax or email resume by 12 p.m., December 10, 2012. Attention: Kevin Kinzer, Fax: 780-384-3635; Email: kkinzer@ﬂagstaff.ab.ca

ATTN: COMPUTER Work. Work from anywhere 24/7. Up to $1,500 part time to $7,500/ mo full time. Training provided. highincomesfromhome.com

HELP WANTED

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

250-856-0047

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HAIRSTYLISTS HAIRDRESSING in your home, Cowichan Valley area. Barb Stewart. 250-715-6568

LEGAL SERVICES CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certiﬁcation, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

A26 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

PETS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

EQUESTRIAN

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

HOMES WANTED

APARTMENT/CONDO

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

HOMES FOR RENT

HORSEBACK RIDING boots, black leather. â€œAriatâ€? brand tall boots, womanâ€™s size 7.5, regular calf, medium height. Excellent condition. Perfect ďŹ rst pair of show boots! Paid $400, asking $250 obo. 250-391-5992, leave message. (Westshore)

C.V. SPORTSMANâ€™S Firearms & Collectibles Show, Nov 25, 2012. Militaria. Eagles Hall, 2965 Jacobs Rd, Duncan. 8:30-1. Geoff 250-746-7812.

WE BUY HOUSES

CENTRAL LOCATION, Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrms, balcony, F/S, hot water, parking, pet considered, $525$850/mo. Call 250-748-7764.

1700 SQâ€™ warehouse w/ retail and ofďŹ ce space for Lease on Polkey Rd. Unit has overhead doors and ample parking. Please call 250-748-9622 to view. AVAILABLE NOW 7000 sq.ft. store front with excellent exposure, overhead doors, ample parking. 250-748-9622 SHOP WAREHOUSE for lease, Boys Rd., Duncan, 1500sq ft w/ofďŹ ce, $7.25sq ft triple net. Call (250)245-9811 or 250-474-3585.

DUNCAN, 1 bdrm cottage with privacy, near town, plus attached studio space, gas f/p, 4 applâ€™s, pet considered. $800 + util. Avail immed. (250) 7466383 or (250) 510-6383

FEED & HAY HORSE PASTURE, 35 acres in Maple Bay. Use of barn, hay and grain storage also included. $125/mo per horse. Avail. immed. 1-780-381-4217.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE FLOORING FLOOR INSTALLER looking for P/T work, carpet, lino, restretch & repairs. No job too small. Jerry (250)715-5852

HERITAGE PAWN BARGAINS! 25% OFF Christmas Sale! Bryson 3B ampliďŹ er, NAD 1600 preamp-tuner, Bass bin 2 x 15â€? JBL speakers, Klipsch surround speakers and sub, 23â€? computer monitors, Pearl 22â€? kick drum. Many more deals in store! 430 Whistler. 250-746-9810. heritagepawnbrokers.com

EVERGREEN PLACE mobile home, $49,900, 800sf, complete reno in & out, small pet ok. (250)710-8985 or email welcomehome4sales@gmail.com

Damaged House? Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale? We will Buy your House Quick Cash & Private. Mortgage Too High and House wonâ€™t sell? Canâ€™t make payments? We will Lease Your House, Make your Payments and Buy it Later!

Call: 1-250-616-9053 www.webuyhomesbc.com

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

LIFT CHAIR- $300 obo. Entertainment centre for 27â€? TV, $50. Call (250)754-7905.

DUNCAN, duplex zoned, small 2 bd character home close to town. Orchard, berries, organic raised beds + greenhouse. (250)748-3007

FUEL/FIREWOOD SEASONED ďŹ rewood $200 cord . Split & delivered, locally. (250) 510-0412.

HOUSES FOR SALE

SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Islandâ€™s largest ďŹ rewood producer offers ďŹ rewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.

DUNCAN, 55+ park, no pets. 2 bdrm, single wide, large deck, heat pump, woodstove, landscaped yard, 4 applâ€™s. $29,900. (250)748-2863

DUNCAN in town, avail Nov/Dec 1st., quiet 2 bdrm apt. 5 appl, $850-$900. 250246-6626 or 250-746-4016 DUNCAN, new 2 Bdrm apartment, 2668 Dingwall, elevator, sprinkler system, elec. fp. Small pet N/S. $750 + utilities. Avail. Dec 1. 1 (250)477-4524 DUNCAN SPRINGRIDGE MANOR Has a new look! Fresh paint and TLC throughout. Clean quiet building close to Beverly Corners, includes heat and hot water. Non-smokers only; no pets. Renovated 1 bdrm suite, $590

(250)748-3729 GREAT THINGS COME IN SMALL PACKAGES Six appliances including in-suite laundry & dishwasher. Clean & cozy 1 bedroom, top ďŹ‚oor condo in Duncan. Cat or small dog allowed. Super quiet. $685. Avail. Dec 1. Email alikeighan@shaw.ca for photos or call 250-590-4504.

GARAGE SALES MID 70â€™s dbl wide on .28 acre, in Mill Bay. 2-bdrm w/den. 2 baths. Good cond. Propane stove & dryer, newer roof $205,000. Call (250)746-9658.

GARAGE SALES * Great bargains

CROFTON- 2 bdrm apt, 5 appls, 2nd ďŹ‚oor above quiet Dandy Mini Storage on Joan Ave, $750. Refs req, 1 pet considered. N/S pref. Dec 1. Call or text 250-709-1379.

LARGE 1 bdrm apt, heat incl. NS/NP, no partiers. $575+DD, P/U application @ 5209 TCH, Tues-Thurs.

RENTALS

* All local, in COWICHAN!

APARTMENT/CONDO Large 2 BDRM corner unit. Walk to Safeway, Shoppers, Restaurants & Aquatic Centre. On bus route. Heat & H/W inclâ€™d. Small pet OK. On-site managers. Call 250-748-1304.

SNOW TIRES, P215/60R15, steel belted radials, used one season only (Dec & Jan). As new. (250)748-4658

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED Harper Curling Centre is looking for a full size fridge with freezer. Would prefer free or very reasonably priced. Call 250-748-9313 and leave message.

Under New Management

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE BY OWNER

Mountain View Terrace Estates 3420 Auchinachie Road ----------------------------------

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

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 39â€™ 2004 TRAVEL Trailer, park model, â€œTerry modelâ€? asking $11,900. Propane furnace, 2 yrs old, full size, asking $700, worth $2000 new. 30â€™ pressure treated power pole, $200. Call (250)735-3258. CHILLSPOT IS The Coolest Dog Bed-A new and innovative, thermodynamically cooled dog bed, that enhances the cool tile surfaces our pets rely on during the warm weather months. www.chillspot.biz CHINA CABINET/hutch, $200. Dining room table & 6 chairs $200. Antique wagon wheel coffee table, $500 ďŹ rm. Sony stereo system w/turn table and 4 speakers $200. 2 bucket chairs, $40. each. Call (250)743-0544.

Spacious

Lantzville Estate Sale: below assessed value. 4bdrm, lvl entry, walkout bsmnt, panoramic view, waterfront beach access, suite potential, ample parking on 3/4 acre. 7 mins from Woodgrove. $550,000. 250713-2270, 250-585-2620.

STONE MANOR Brand new Rancher! Open house every Sat & Sun noon-4pm. 5942 Tower Place, Duncan. No Strata, open concept, no steps, 3-bdrm, 2-bath. 1406 sq.ft., 4 SS applâ€™s., fully landscaped, dbl garage. Only $365,000. inclds hst. BEST VALUE! Gord 250-710-1947

2 BDRM, top ďŹ‚oor, clean, spacious, 5 appls, laminate ďŹ‚oors, 2525 Dingwall St., $750 mo. Call 1-(250)474-0545. Incredible 5 acre treed PARK-LIKE PROPERTY with Well-Maintained Furnished Home 1500 sq.ft, 3-bdrm, 2 bath. Extremely close to Pristine Cowichan Lake, in the town of Caycuse. Perfect for recreational property or full time living. Motivated seller $378,800. Exceptionally low yearly cost. Not leased land. Call 250-745-3387 smartytwo@hotmail.com

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$500/MO STARTING- weekly available, many apartment types, furnished, w/common kitchen. All utils, internet included. FREE local calls, No Credit Checks. Call Motel, 250-748-0661, (Duncan).

Affordable 1 & 2 bedroom suites From $650 - $825 ------------------------------Renos & upgraded security features Large balconies In-suite storage Close to schools, shopping and walking trails Includes: Heat, Hot water and parking

Free Cable Hook up -------------------------------------Resident managers on site

To view call 250-748-3321 LADYSMITH 55+ Building, 385 Davis Rd. Ocean & harbour views 2 Bdrm suite. 250-246-5688

CENTRAL DUNCAN- Lovely 1 & 2 bdrm suites in seniors oriented building, heat included. NS/NP. Please call Art, 250-746-7241.

SHAWNIGAN/COBBLE HILL area. 2 bdrm apt, separate from house. 5 appl, NS/NP, no parties. $700+util. Avail Dec 1. 250-743-7565

APARTMENTS FURNISHED DUNCAN (8 km north) Furnished studio apartment, on 8 acres. Laundry, satellite, heat, hydro. $575. (250)748-1310.

COTTAGES CHEMAINUS: BACHELOR cottage, Inclds utilâ€™s. N/S, N/P. $725. Call (250)246-4609.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES 1/2 Duplux, 2 bdrm, F/S, W/D hookup. Attached garage, extra parking, back patio, close to schools, stores, etc. Berkeyâ€™s corner area. $950.00/m (250) 710-3496 3 Bedroom 2 1/2 bathroom $1250 Centrally located. Close to schools and hospital. Large Master with full ensuite and walk in closet. Contact 250743-2553 or email jar.42@shaw.ca DUNCAN 2-BDRM, clean, bright 2-level, close to schools, bus route, park, on cul-de-sac. 5 applâ€™s, propane F/P. fenced backyard. NS/NP. Refs reqâ€™d. $895 mo. (250)477-5859 (250)746-8128. Duncan: 1800 sq.ft. 1/2 duplex. 6 years old, all appliances (new stove, new d/w), gas fp. Living/dining/kitchen/laundry/powder rooms down; full bath, 2 bdrms plus master suite with full bath and walk-in closet up. Near hospital, schools, shopping and bus. Easy access to highway. $1150/mo + utils. N/P, N/S. Avail. now. Call 250-746-7480 leave message. DUNCAN- 2 bdrm, 4 appls, gas F/P, shared W/D. $900. Avail now. (250)746-8900. DUNCAN, quiet, level entry 1 bdrm, 4 applâ€™s, gas F/P, 1 car garage/workshop. N/S, N/P. $920 inclâ€™s utilities. Avail. now. (250)748-9059 DUNCAN, SPACIOUS 3 bdrm upper, bright, newer appls, W/D, double garage, huge deck, near bus stop, N/S, $1300 mo incls utils, avail Jan. 1st. Call 604-614-7423. DUNCAN, Walk to town, Quiet 3 bdrm upper, 1.5 baths, 5 applâ€™s. Fenced back yard. NS/NP. $1275 inclâ€™s util. Avail now. 250-748-9059 One bdrm duplex w/backyard. Walking distance to town, Duncan Mall, Rec Centre. Small pet considered. $650/m plus utilities. (250) 746-4117

HOMES FOR RENT CHEMAINUS. 4-BDRM, 2913 Rose St., 2 bath, full bsmnt, new lam ďŹ‚oors. $1300. + utils. Avail now. (250)210-1648. CHERRY PT- Clean, quiet 2 bdrm, storage room, waterfront mobile home. NS/NP. $950 inclds utils 250-743-2370 COBBLE HILL, 2 bdrm mobile on acreage, F/S, W/D hookup, large deck, small pet considered. Possible board for 1 horse. $875/mo. Available now. (250)743-5046 COWICHAN STATION, almost new 2 bdrm Carriage house, 5 applâ€™s, N/Pets, N/S. $975 + util. (250)746-8376 CROFTON, NEWLY renoâ€™d 1 bdrm house, F/S, elec & wood heat, laundry room w/ W/D hookup, fenced yard, N/P, N/S, dam dep & refâ€™s, $750. Avail immed. 250-479-1462.

DUNCAN. 55+ Strata Devâ€™p. Brand new 2-bdrm home. Garage, 5 appliances, free-standing gas F/P. Close to town, 1 year lease preferred. N/S, N/P. $1225. + utils. (250)743-3140. DUNCAN, large newer 2 bdrm, upper ďŹ‚oor, 3 applâ€™s, shared laundry. Avail Dec 1. $1100 inclâ€™s hydro. Pet considered. Refâ€™s req. (250)737-1613 LAKE COWICHAN- 2 bdrm home, close to town, nice yard, deck. NP/NS. Refs reqâ€™d. $900 mo + hydro. Avail Dec. 1st. Call 1-(250)653-4234. LAKE COWICHAN- 3 bdrm w/ lrg fenced back yard. New windows, insulation, ďŹ‚ooring etc. 6 appls inclds D/W, W/D and deep freeze. N/S, house trained pet ok. $900+ utils. Avail immed. Call 778-8409614, 250-749-3820 or email: nataliejayne6 @hotmail.com LAKE COWICHAN: Two bedroom, one bathroom home on a quiet street. Hardwood ďŹ‚oors throughout with open ďŹ‚oor plan. W/D, D/W. Private deck, covered carport. NS / no pets. Avail immediately. $900/mo. Call 250-709-2454 SHAWNIGAN- 3 bdrms, 2 bath home on large lot, new reno, hardwood tile ďŹ‚oors. $1400 + utils. (250)886-1953. SHAWNIGAN BEACH Estates: Newly renoâ€™d 3 bdrm 2 bath, FS/DW, WD hookup. NS/NP. RV/boat prkg $1200 incldâ€™s hydro. Avail immed. Call 250-743-2608. THE PROPERTIES! 4-br, 3bath Exec home! $1,700/mo. (negotiable.) 6258 Selkirk Terr. Call 1-250-616-9053 www.wesellhomesbc.com WEST SHAWNIGAN Lake: 3 bdrm, 2 bath furnished home on Lake. NS/NP. Avail now until June 30, 2013. $1200./mo Call (250)8125270 or (250)380-3978.

OFFICE/RETAIL DOWNTOWN DUNCAN 2500 sq.ft. 6 separate ofďŹ ces, reception, conference area & kitchen, 2nd ďŹ‚oor, AC,. $1175/mo. 604-820-8929. DUNCAN: OFFICE space for lease, highway exposure, A/C, ample parking. (250)746-5657 or 250-748-8671 DUNCAN, ofďŹ ce/retail, downtown 950 sq.ft. ground ďŹ‚oor, completely renoâ€™d, or consulting. Reception area, 3 ofďŹ ces. Avail now. 604-820-8929

Green Door Society 900 sqft space for rent, incl. 2 ofďŹ ce spaces, reception. Beautifully Restored Heritage Building and grounds. Incl. triple net, $1512/mo. 250-748-3701,250-510-1209 â€˜a house, a garden, a place for peopleâ€™ WANT TO GET NOTICED? Prime retail/ofďŹ ce space for rent in highly visible historical building on corner of First and Roberts in Ladysmith. 1,687 sq ft. 2 bathrooms, small kitchen, new ďŹ‚ooring, A/C

Call 250-245-2277

ROOM & BOARD DUNCAN: fully furnished, includes internet wiďŹ & cable. Close to town & schools. $650. No pets, outside smoking only. Call Shelly or Arnie 250-597-3913 after 3 pm or lv msg - weâ€™ll call you back!

Become a Psychiatric Nurse in your own community There is an urgent need for more Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPN), particularly outside the urban areas of the province. And with the workforce aging â€“ the average age of a Registered Psychiatric Nurse in BC is 47 years â€“ the number of retirees from the profession is exceeding the number of graduates. Entry-level earnings start at $30.79/hour to $40.42/hour. Train Locally â€“ The only program of its kind in BC, students can learn within their local communities via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements, and some regional classroom delivery. This 23 month program is accredited by the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of BC (CRPNBC). Government student loans, Employment & Labour Market Services (ELMS), band funding & other ďŹ nancing options available to qualiďŹ ed applicants.

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Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Cowichan News Leader Pictorial A27

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

SHARED ACCOMMODATION

SUITES, LOWER

SUITES, UPPER

ANTIQUE/CLASSICS

AUTO FINANCING

LARGE ROOM fully furnished in lovely home in Duncan with walk-in closet & own bathroom. Walking distance to town, hospital. Suitable for working couple or student. Call (250)746-9678.

CHEMAINUS Bright 1 bdrm level entry, sep entrance, shared W/D. Only quiet mature person need apply. Long term preferred. N/S, N/P & no parties. Avail Jan 1. $800/m, heat & hydro incl. Ref Req. (250) 246-3354

CHEMAINUS, SUITE beside main house, own entrance & patio, close to town, 1 bdrm, W/D, F/S. $750/mo + utils. N/S, N/P. Ref’s req’d. Avail now. Call (250) 246-2957.

STORAGE

COBBLE HILL: 2bdrm, country setting, nice views, WD/FS, NS, small pet considered, Lg covered deck, Priv ent, parking, $850+util. 250-743-2896

SHIPPING CONTAINERS 20’ or 40’. Buy or Rent. Safe and secure. Easymove Container Services. Serving Vancouver Island. 1-(888)331-3279

WANTED TO RENT Long Term Commercial Lease Required A well established Cowichan non-retail business requires the following for a long term and renewable lease: *ground ﬂoor 2,200+ sq foot ofﬁce with nearby or adjoining 1,200+ sq foot warehouse *min 15 parking spaces; or min 8 on site & min 7 nearby *central to Duncan location (within 5 KM to downtown) Our operation will not suit any residential occupancy nearby as we ship & receive at all hours. Your location must allow access for a 5 ton single axle truck. Required for April 2013. Please contact: leaseapril2013@gmail.com

SUITES, LOWER 2 BDRM bsmt suite. F/S, blinds, W/D hookup. N/P. $750 250-748-4383; 709-8880 3 bdrm suite with F/S & cable. N/S, N/P, no parties. $1050/m. $500 DD req. (250)748-5406 CHEMAINUS, Reno’d walk-in suite, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, new F/S, Microwave, Convection oven, propane ﬁreplace, hydro extra, shared W/D. Ref. req. (250) 510-1614. $1000. VIEW, VIEW, VIEW!

DEC 1ST. $850 2 bdrms, private driveway and entrance. Incl. F/S, W/D, hot water. N/S, N/P. Ref req’d. Call 732-8377 DUNCAN- FRESHLY painted 1 bdrm, quiet, clean, patio w/sliding glass door. W/D. N/S. No dogs. $650 inclds utils. Avail now. 250-246-1933. DUNCAN: 2 bdrm, $825+ utils. Close to hospital, school, shopping. Available Dec. 1st. (250)743-7689. DUNCAN: LARGE 3 bdrm, computer room, laundry room, mud room ent. New kitchen. Partly furnished. Carport with workshop. Small fenced front yard. $1250/mo incld’s hydro and util’s. Avail. Dec. 1. Phone Ronnie; (250)701-7923. DUNCAN- NICE furnished 1 bdrm suite, separate entrance, close in, quiet, vacant now. $650./mo. (250)701-0865. LAKE COWICHAN- spacious 3-bdrm level entry suite, priv ent. Incls W/D, F/S. NP/NS. $800/mo heat incl’d. Avail immediately. Call 250-923-6170. N. CHEMAINUS, new spacious 1 bdrm suite on 2 acres, W/D, heat & hot water incl’d, nice patio, $700 mo. Avail immed. Call (250)246-2393.

SUITES, UPPER CHEMAINUS (close to downtown), 1 bdrm apt. NS/NP. Cable, internet, major appliances included. Available Dec 1. $490. (250) 246-7939.

CROFTON: 2-BDRM upper ﬂoor, ocean views, available now, large fenced yard, shared laundry, recently renovated, N/S, pet considered $850+util, Refs req. 250-7156665.

DreamTeam Auto Financing “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

1-800-961-7022 www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557

CARS 1958 DODGE MAYFAIR, 2 dr. Hardtop, Duncan car, V8, push button, runs excellent, 78 K-miles, needs some restoring. $5,000. (250)715-3721

1994 MERCURY Grand Marquis, 140,000 km, 4.6 ltr, A/C, immaculate. $2000 obo. (250) 743-4982

TOWNHOUSES LADYSMITH- brand new 3 bdrm, 3 bath, 1700sq ft, ocean views, 5 appls, F/P, single car garage w/lots of extra parking. 2 year lease and will discuss rental break. Rent to Own is a deﬁnite possibility. View on KiJiJi Ladysmith rentals for pics. Call (250)802-1520.

2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 ﬁrm. 250-755-5191. RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

WE’RE ON THE WEB

1994 34’-MOTORHOME, 454 gas engine, 110 volt generator, new coffee maker & microwave. Ready to travel. Must see! $10,950. (250)753-0046

1994 FLEETWOOD MOTORHOME

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

CARPENTRY

ELECTRICAL

HAULING AND SALVAGE

HOUSEHOLD SERVICES

For all your building needs call A & A Contracting. Family owned and established since 1978. We provide quality craftsmanship through professionals who are reliable, experienced and skilled. Our goal is to help you create the building project you have in mind while staying on budget and on time. All aspects of building: renovations, new home construction, fences, sun decks, cement work. Home Warranty providers and carry liability insurance. Call for free quote 250746-9633.

250-743-0326. ELECTRICIAN Licensed and bonded. Reasonable rates, free estimates, upgrades & renos. Call Kelly.

STRONG WOMAN HAULING & ESTATE SALE BUYER

Call 250-538-8985

HANDYPERSONS

I CLEAN ‘till you beam! 50% off ﬁrst visit! Please call Monica for your free quote & consultation 250-510-5610

ALL RUBBISH removal, small renovations, deck work, carpentry, painting, plumbing, and eves trough cleaning. Seniors discount. Ian 250-743-6776.

Shawna’s Sparkling Touch Home Cleaning Service. Weekly, bi-weekly or monthly. Licenced and Insured. (250)210-0872

COMPUTER SERVICES

LANDSCAPING

Duncan Day Labour Inc.

Quality Landscape Construction * Stone Retaining Walls * Landscape Design

(250) 510-2303

JOE’S HANDYMAN SERVICE

www.islandpaciﬁclandscaping.ca

(250) 701-8319

PAINTING METICULOUS PAINTING of interiors for over 15 years. Call the Paint Saint today. (250)701-5695.

PLUMBING

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Five-hole on Darren Hogg opens up for the Capsâ€™ Mikael Jung to score the game-winner Saturday on a penalty shot in double overtime. â€œIt was the Âżrst time Iâ€™d ever been get.â€™â€™ to the state of Minnesota,â€™â€™ said The Caps were playing their Âżrst Cooper. â€œIt reminded me quite a bit game since leading scorer Ryan of home. Hanes and recent addition Alex â€œI got to go out and have dinner Theriau were both summed by the with the coaches and have dinner Western Hockey League. with a couple of the players. They â€œIt was a bit of a loss for us, obviously,â€™â€™ said Cooper. â€œHe (Ryan) was took me on the whole tour.â€™â€™ Cooper had also gone to Clarkson a leader on and off the ice. Itâ€™s just two weeks previously but quickly an opportunity for other guys in the decided on Minnesota State when he lineup to step up.â€™â€™ makes the jump to college hockey. Players like Cooper himself are â€œIt was getting to a point where I now being counted on to play a was going to start losing sleep over larger role. (a decision),â€™â€™ he said. â€œIt was nice to â€œIâ€™m still the youngest guy on the get it out of the way. team this year,â€™â€™ said Cooper, whoâ€™s â€œIt was obviously the right deciin his sophomore BCHL season. â€œI try my best to guide, not the younger sion. Iâ€™m really happy about it.â€™â€™ Jarrett Brown, Grant Nicholson and guys, but the guys that donâ€™t have the experience and how to carry yourself Troy Paterson were the other goalscorers against Langley. on and off the ice.â€™â€™ The Caps have just one game again Cooper recently committed to Minthis weekend as their light schedule nesota State University in Mankato continues, hosting the Alberni Valley for the 2014-15 season after visiting Bulldogs Friday at 7 p.m. the campus.

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Kerry Park Islanders lost a pair of weekend Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League games on the road.

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he competition wasn’t the challenge Wednesday for the Duncan Christian School Chargers senior boys in the island A boys’ volleyball tournament. It was themselves. With DCS clearly favoured to win the four-team event on its home court, coach Peter Day had to look at the bigger picture. “I can’t coach these guys to peak two weeks before provincials,’’ he said. “We need to spend the next week and a half really getting to the nuts and bolts.’’ As expected, DCS had an easy time with the ¿eld, winning 25-10, 25-17 over Ucluelet, 25-11, 25-17 over Campbell River Christian and 25-5, 25-3 over Chemainus in pool play. The semi¿nal against Campbell River ¿nished 25-16, 25-19 and the ¿nal went in the books as a 25-11, 25-7 decision over Chemainus. DCS could seemingly turn on the gas at will, with tournament MVP Josh Klassen and Doug Groenendijk leading the charge behind the brilliant setting of Bennett King-Nyberg. Groenendijk, Austin Palou of Chemainus, Isaac Williams from Campbell River Christian and Jordan Fraser of Ucluelet were team all-stars. “We had a bit of a letdown against Campbell River Christian in the semi¿nal,’’ said Day. “In the ¿nal, we won badly. It didn’t look like a ¿nal.’’ DCS has the ability to really turn it on

but also lapsed a bit at times because the points came so easily. “At this point in the season, I’m letting them struggle through that if they’re not picking it up,’’ said Day. DCS is ranked No. 5 in B.C. for A with the provincial tournament in Kelowna just a week away. Realistically, DCS has the potential to be No. 1. Behind the big three DCS players, “it’s a good supporting cast,’’ said Day. “That’s what we’re looking for. You’re only as strong as your weakest player.’’ Jon Climie is one player who’s come a long way. “He’s a big boy,’’ said Day. “He’s digging more balls than anybody.’’ It all bodes well for the pursuit of the elusive provincial title by DCS. “We’re looking forward to it,’’ said Day. “This is what it’s all about.’’ As a tune-up, DCS played AAA Ballenas Tuesday in a match Day expected would be good for both teams.

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Vertical positioning is allimportant at the net in the island A boys’ volleyball playoffs. Douglas Groenendijk of DCS stands on guard with help from Jon Climie, above, against Jordan Fraser of Ucluelet. Left, airborne edge is gained by Jake Day of DCS to reach above the outstretched arms of Ethan Whitelaw from Chemainus. DCS heads to the provincial A championships in Kelowna next week.

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The DCS junior boys’ volleyball team, coached by 1994 grad Jim Brandsma and DCS principal Kevin Visscher, won the Mid-Island junior boys’ volleyball championship. The boys carried on to the island championships and placed seventh with a young team of four Grade 8s and three Grade 10s. Results were: 17-25, 17-25 against Reynolds; 8-25, 18-25 against Woodlands; 19-25, 18-25 against Belmont; 15-25, 1725 against Oak Bay; 19-25, 23-25 against Carihi and 25-16, 25-13 over Paci¿c Christian.

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ust one victory catapulted Frances Kelsey to sixth place in the 10team island AAA senior girls’ volleyball tournament at Parkland. Kelsey ended up in a three-way tie after pool play with Esquimalt and Wellington. The Breakers got the nod for the higher placing, third in their pool, after a victory in three sets over Wellington. Other pool games resulted in losses to powerful Nanaimo District Secondary and Timberline, with another loss to Esquimalt that complicated the standings. Kelsey was ranked ¿fth in the pool. “It was good for the girls to ¿nish ahead of their ranking going into the pool play,’’ said coach Mark Jackson. The team went on to place sixth overall after a losses to Carihi and Mark Isfeld. Darby Fischer of the Breakers was named a tournament all-star and Agnes Esser an honourable mention.

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Henderson rink the eternal curling Optimists

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Frances Kelsey student Paul Henderson cashed in during the Optimist Junior Cash Spiel held at Esquimalt’s Archie Browning Sports Centre. Henderson skipped a rink that included Calvin Heels at third, Erik Leisinger at second and Byron Heels at lead.

They won the top prize in the event of $750 for their efforts in the three-day ‘spiel. Henderson also skips a Frances Kelsey curling team entered in the Victoria High School League that includes Joey Vaesen, Timothy Henderson, Connor Moore and Chandler Kerr.

A balanced lineup carries Cowichan girls far Soaring to second: Aim of top eight far surpassed Don Bodger

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ver six games, an amazing pro¿le of the current Cowichan Secondary School senior girls’ ¿eld hockey team developed. This group of talented girls, including many Grade 10s, held their own against highly-regarded competition and wound up ¿nishing second in the provincial AAA senior girls’ high school tournament at Coquitlam. Unlike many proli¿c Cowichan teams of the past, this collection of players could seemingly switch gears depending on the situation with an incrediblybalanced lineup. They ¿nally ran out of gas in Friday’s ¿nal and lost 4-0 to Handsworth of North Vancouver. But it was a great ride and the team may have surprised itself along the way and certainly some of its opponents. “It’s just amazing,’’ conceded Cowichan coach Gillian Braun, who’s been at the controls of the best teams in Cowichan ¿eld hockey history. “Going into it,

the team had hopes of top eight, considering last year they didn’t qualify. From where we started to where we ended up was a fantastic result. “This is probably the most balanced I’ve ever seen out of a Cow High team. It’s nice to have that balance through the lines.’’ The ¿rst game against Delta was a huge con¿dence-builder that brought a 4-1 win. “Most teams have four or ¿ve outstanding players and this team was no different,’’ said Braun. “We just kept plugging away.’’ Going against McMath of Richmond in the second pool game, Cowichan trailed 1-0 and 2-1 but showed terri¿c resilience to pull out a 3-2 victory. “I wasn’t exactly impressed with our effort,’’ said Braun. “But we did what we needed to.’’ Kelsey Goodman, one of the team’s Grade 10 standouts, suffered an injury in that game and did not return for the rest of the tournament. Cowichan went on to lose 1-0 to Argyle but still quali¿ed for the quarter¿nals as No. 2 in its pool. That led to a meeting with

Heritage Woods and Cowichan prevailed 1-0. The defence of Kim Smith, Lauren Kellar, Shylayne Davidson and Michelle Pewarchuk was outstanding in that game, Braun said, and goalkeeper Tara Eriksen came up with some big saves. Cowichan went on to face host Gleneagle in the semi¿nals and

really went to town to win 4-1. “They have two fantastic players and a strong supporting group,’’ said Braun. “We were on and they were off.’’ Handsworth ended the Cinderella run to the title. Cowichan has a bunch of players returning next year and will seriously contend again.

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Cowichan’s Lauren Kellar, above left, and Kim Smith, above, Änd themselves at close quarters against the competition during the B.C. AAA senior girls’ Äeld hockey tournament in Coquitlam.

MacDonald gives Giants the boot Single point: Bulldogs’ punter sends his team into a semiﬁnal football playoff Sunday Don Bodger

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Hard yards are gained by the Chilliwack Giants, above left, with tough defence provided by Eric Maslen of Cowichan. Defender Drayson Price covers his man on a pass reception, right.

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oth teams made big offensive plays, big defensive stops and cashed in on turnovers. The Vancouver Mainland Football League Midget playoff game between the Cowichan Bulldogs and the Chilliwack Giants Sunday at McAdam Park came down to which team had the ball last. With the game tied 21-21 in the last few seconds, Ryan MacDonald kicked the ball off the fence behind the goalposts for a single point that gave the Bulldogs a 22-21 win. The Bulldogs thus earned another home game at McAdam Park Sunday at 1 p.m. against the Coquitlam Fal-

cons in the VMFL semi¿nals. Momentum between the Bulldogs and Giants went back and forth. Cowichan opened a 13-0 lead but trailed 21-14 before Eric Williams tied it on a long punt return for a touchdown. Blake Torok-Both scored a TD on the Bulldogs’ opening drive and MacDonald broke free down the sideline to haul in a long TD toss from quarterback Brendan Gowanlock. The other Cowichan points came from two Gowanlock converts and a single on a missed ¿eld goal. Chilliwack countered with a long kickoff return TD and another down the sidelines that was a mirror image of Cowichan’s. The difference was that one measly point with mere seconds left. “That’s the best we’ve ever done,’’

said running warrior Torok-Both. “We started off good. “The second half, we all got together in that changeroom. We said we need two more quarters for the greatest game ever invented. It was a group effort. We won it in the trenches.’’ “It was pretty intense,’’ said Gowanlock. “It was a nailbiter. They were a lot better team than I thought they were. We fell apart in the second quarter, but we all came together in the dressing room. We all knew we wanted this more than anything.’’ “It was a good hard-fought battle,’’ said head coach Doug (Opie) Williams. “We had that bye week. The offence came out strong. The defence and the special teams were a bit rusty. “It doesn’t matter how you win as long as you win.’’

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• • • FAMILY FUN • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Bully-Proof Seminar for Children: Presented by martial arts and safety expert Sempai Jordan Giebe at 11 a.m., Saturday at Canada’s Best Karate, 81 Trunk Road. Free.

Family Christmas Fair—Sunrise Waldorf School: seasonal crafts and activities for all ages, music, food and an Artisan Marketplace, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., 4344 Peters Road., Cowichan Station.

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Dealing with the pressures of the season

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Wrapped up: Families learning to cope with the expectations of Christmas

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aple Bay resident Ronnie Auton remembers a Christmas when she fell victim to the hype for ‘the’ toy of the year. She shares it as a cautionary tale to other parents who might ¿nd themselves feeling pressure to buy the favourite toy. “I remember when my daughter was ¿ve and she wanted this toy. To this day I know that toy. I travelled the country to get it. It was a walking dog and it barks. She still has it.” Auton, who works as a recruitment specialist in the retail industry, was living in the U.K. at the time She notices a big difference between Christmas marketing in Canada and England. “In England, I was totally pressured (to purchase everything) from food to clothes. It might be different in Vancouver but I don’t feel we’re as pressured here in the Cowichan Valley. I don’t feel as stressed as I used to be or under pressure to have the perfect Christmas with the perfect gift.” Auton said she feels less pressure to shop at Christmas now as compared with past Christmases in England. She believes this is because Christmas advertising in Canada starts later in the year than in the U.K., both in stores and

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The desire for and the possession of new toys that Christmas brings also present an opportunity for parents to teach say local families. on television. “Christmas starts in September in England. The marketing restrictions may be different here. My mom was on the phone earlier talking about the amount of Christmas advertising that started weeks and weeks ago in mid-September. I only noticed it yesterday at Thrifty’s. Auton said she and her daughter were talking about that walking dog toy recently. Her daughter revealed she only wanted it because her friend wanted it too. “Her friend didn’t get it because no one could get this dog. I travelled the country. I drove like

mad to the other side of Manchester to buy it. Anyone in my way, I was going to kill them. Apart from Christmas Day I don’t think she played with that toy again.” Angela Etherington’s challenge at Christmas is the demand of technology. Her kids believe Santa Claus will make their dreams come true but their dreams have gone from the simple pleasures of a preschooler to the devices they see their peers receiving. “If they ever watched TV, it was Treehouse so there were no commercials. And they weren’t exposed to what other kids have. Now, their

wants are higher especially with my son who is eight.” Etherington said because her son’s peers are receivingg devices like iPod Touch, iPad and gaming systems ystems from Santa, it’s raising the bar on gift expectations. xpectations. To manage these expectations, Ehterington erington explains Santa respects the choices their family makes. “I tell them Santa believes in what our family’s values are and we don’t feel owning those technologies are important.” more on B7

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Etherington recognizes these tools are part of everyday life. She has an iPad for work, and she and her husband have cellphones. She lets the kids use her iPad but she monitors how much they use it. She hopes that by only having one device in the house the kids will learn self-regulation and how to share. “I tell my son he doesn’t need his own iPad because I have one and the two kids share it. The fact they have to share, or use it together, instead of sitting on their own, I think that’s important.”

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going to bed easily. We stopped letting them watch a kids’ TV show after dinner, which was a pattern we had fallen into. We have been having family time instead. Now they go to bed very easily and we are all better for it. What’s your go-to activity for keeping the kids occupied? We get them outside. They love to play outside and can stay busy out there for a long time. The house stays clean that way, too! What’s the most laugh-out-loud thing your kid ever said or did? Once when we were camping, our middle child fell off a picnic table and landed on our youngest. While they were both crying, the dog went to eat their spilled popcorn, got too close to the ﬁre and his tail lit up. Our oldest son took advantage of the mayhem and took off on his bike. We were torn

Meet: Nicole Boucher I’m a school principal and my husband Trevor Prest is a teacher. We have three boys: Luke (5), Sage (3), and Jesse (2). We live a busy and happy life in Maple Bay. What’s your strategy for balancing work and family? We both work hard, but when we get home from work, we really try to focus on our kids. If one of us

has to work late, we make sure that the other is home with the kids. Tell us about a big parenting

challenge you faced and how you solved it? Our two oldest children were not

between helping our little ones, saving the dog and ﬁnding our eldest. It was pretty funny. Name a local resource every parent needs to know about. Cowichan Valley Soccer Association. Our oldest loves to play, we love to watch and the little ones don’t mind kicking a ball around the sidelines or playing at the playground by the ﬁeld. It is a positive, inclusive and well-run organization. What do you and/or your partner do to make time for yourself? We take turns so that we both get some time to ourselves to exercise or do something fun with friends. The best advice another parent ever gave you? Be patient and try to stay calm! Spend time as a family, but give them one-on-one time too.

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Running to not stand still One mom’s Ändings: Making time for exercise will not only give you a ﬁtter body, it will help your spirit Maeve Maguire

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itness instructor Rachel Dean-Zuback has always kept herself ¿t. But after her ¿rst son was born, she struggled to ¿nd time to exercise. “It was de¿nitely harder after the ¿rst. How do I do this? How do I juggle this all?” Her husband Nick Zuback, a local wrestling coach, was also vying for time to exercise. By the time their second son on arrived, they had a system in place that gave them both time too work out. Dean-Zuback said going to the gym or for a run is how she takes k a break from her hectic day as a working mother. It’s what she does for fun, something she said is key to any activity you add to your routine. “Find a way to make it fun and work in your life. Make it a positive, not a chore.” One way to make it fun is to

choose an activity you can do with your partner. Running may not be fun for you, so explore all kinds of activities together to see what feels right. And make a date of it. “Try doing something different together. Go for a bike ride or kayaking. Another good one is Nanaimo WildPlay. y It is a workout. They have a ropes course. You’re climbing, climbing going across zip lilines, obstacles. It’s a total workout. Get a babysitter and go for a hike up Mount Tzouhalem.” Tzouhalem Dean-Zuback said sai paying a babysitter to make time tim for activity is OK, and not something som parents should feel guilty about. ab husband “It’s good for you. My hu and I were training for a half hal marathon and we hired a babysitter babysit regularly. It’s time together and it’s an activity. We have babysitters that our kids love. I don’t feel guilty because they have fun with the babysitter. It’s never an issue. We were lucky that way.” Dean-Zuback admitted vanity was her main motivation — at ¿rst. She

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