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Brand new school could close its doors Crofton elementary: Chemainus secondary building would combine middle and high school grades Nick Bekolay

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Nolan Mitchell of Claremont (who trains in Cowichan) beats Justin Cacatian of Tupper (in red) for the gold medal in the B.C. High School championship Änals Saturday at the Cowichan Arena. For more on the event, including how local wrestlers fared, see page 25.

Lake Cowichan community prefers none of the above The road ahead: School closures should not be an option, crowd tells Cowichan Valley School District ofﬁcials Elodie Adams

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he answer to the question posed by the Cowichan Valley School District to the community of Lake Cowichan Saturday was inconclusive. But the message delivered by the community was not: closing schools is not the answer. “If school closures were the answer, we wouldn’t be in dif¿culty now,” said Diana Gunderson, referring to a series of school closures that have already hit the lake area. In its bid to address a $3.7 million budget de¿cit and cope with declining enrollment the district is considering a number of options. In a community meeting at Lake Cowichan Secondary School Saturday, superintendent

of schools Joe Rhodes, secretary-treasurer Bob Harper, and appointed interim trustee Mike McKay presented two that most directly affect the Cowichan Lake area. In both cases, A.B. Greenwell Elementary Diana Gunderson: school would be closed. not the answer One option would move the Grade 5 students from Palsson to the middle school at Lake Cowichan Secondary School. The other would move the Grade 4s and 5s from Palsson to form a more extended middle school at LCSS. According to the school district’s statistics, enrolment in the Cowichan Lake area has

declined by 25 per cent in the past ¿ve years. That didn’t seem to faze audience members, many who went speci¿cally to ask what had become of the school district’s promise for a new elementary school at the Lake. “These are complex issues,” McKay told a crowd that was signi¿cantly smaller than the one that attended a similar meeting in December. “It’s not only a matter of increasing costs in the district, it’s a matter of declining enrolment, and we are funded according to the number of students we have enrolled.” “You say the district will save $200,000 by closing down (A.B. Greenwell ) but that is nothing,” said Lake Cowichan businessman Rod Peters. “That’s not enough to warrant closing down a school.” more on page 7

steady decline in student enrollment could mean some drastic changes for the valley’s north-end schools. But a proposal to close the brand-new Crofton Elementary School and transform Chemainus Secondary School into a combined middle/high school was not greeted warmly this weekend by area parents. Administrators from School District 79 met with the public Saturday, at Chemainus secondary to discuss potential solutions to SD79’s anticipated budget de¿cit of $3.7 million for 2013. Of¿cial trustee Mike McKay, superintendent Joe Rhodes and secretary-treasurer Bob Harper spoke to parents and teachers about a series of options being considered. b The one with the biggest potential effect on the Chemainus area would see Chemainus and Thetis w Island elementary schools shifted to kindergarten to Grade 5, Crofton Mike McKay: elementary — built in 2009 — will support kids closed, and Grades 6 to 8 taught at a new middle school housed under the highh school catering to students in h same rooff as a hi grades 9-12. That option would cut the enrolment capacity in north-zone schools from 1,143 to 961 spaces, reducing expenditures by $350,000 per year, said Rhodes. Enrolment in north-zone schools has declined steadily since 2007 and now stands at 715 students. Of¿cials expect enrolment to continue to decline until it reaches a new plateau in the low 600s by 2016. Katie Robertson lives in Crofton, but her children attend Chemainus Elementary School. Nevertheless, Robertson questioned the logic of closing the Crofton school and expressed concern for the long-term impact the closure would have on the community. “That’s a brand-new school and it’s full,” Robertson said, “and it’s one of the only things thriving in the town as it is. The school and the mill are what make the town. more on page 7

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Weir ready to start doing its job starting next week The Cowichan River’s ability to run wild and free will come to an abrupt end Monday. Catalyst has announced its intention to put the squeeze on the water ﬂowing out of Cowichan Lake March 11 by reactivating the weir. According to a Catalyst media release, weir operation will gradually reduce water

flow from the lake into the Cowichan River to the target flow set by the Ministry of Forest, Lands and Natural Resource Operations. Due to mechanical issues, the Cowichan Lake boat lock, which allows boats to travel between the lake and the river, will not be available for boat traffic due to repairs to address the excessive noise created when

operating the boat lock gates. The boat lock will remain out of service and not passable until March 29. Meanwhile, a public meeting is set for the Lake Cowichan Centennial Hall at 10 a.m. Saturday to discuss a proposal to effectively use the weir to store more water in the lake longer.

Valley schools need improvement according to Fraser Institute Crofton students enter their brand-new school for the Ärst time in February 2009. The school — which could be closed under one restructuring option being considered by the Cowichan Valley School District — scored the highest among local elementary schools ranked by the Fraser Institute.

Annual report card: Elementary school rankings below provincial average Don Bodger

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nly ¿ve Cowichan Valley schools are above the provincial average in the latest Fraser Institute rankings of elementary schools for the 2011-12 term. “As a geographical area, the place isn’t doing that well,’’ said Peter Cowley, the director of school performance studies for the Fraser Institute. The report card rates 853 public and private elementary schools based on 10 academic indicators using data from the often-controversial Foundation Skills Assessments tests administered for the B.C. Ministry of Education. These include: reading, writing and numeracy average scores for Grades 4 and 7; Grade 7 gender gaps in reading and numeracy; below expectations percentage and tests not written percentage. Schools are rated out of 10 and the report card includes information about each school’s make-up, including parents’ average income, the percentage of English as a Second Language students and the percentage of special needs students. “The average for all the schools in the area is 4.8,’’ said Cowley of the valley. “The average for all 853 of the schools in the report card is 6.0.’’ Crofton Elementary, Bench Elementary, Sunrise Waldorf, Queen of Angels and Duncan Christian were the only local schools above the provincial average. Crofton, one of the schools in District 79’s list of 10 up for possible closure, led the way at 8.6 and was ranked 62nd overall. Bench scored 7.5 for 166th, Sunrise Waldorf 7.2 for 208th, Queen of Angels 6.3 for 351st and Duncan Christian 6.1 for 385th. Results for the rest of the valley schools in the report card were: Duncan Elementary (5.3, 539th), Discovery (4.6, 663rd), Maple Bay (4.5, 674th), Chemainus and Cobble Hill (4.1, 734th), Alex Aitken (3.9, 751st), Drinkwater (2.2, 634th) and Khowhemun (1.1, 852nd). Koksilah, A.B. Greenwell, Tansor, Alexander, Palsson, St. Joseph’s, Somenos and Ecole Mill Bay were not listed. “If a school’s not in, it’s a 99 % chance for one

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reason or another we didn’t get enough data to meet our criteria,’’ said Cowley. A total of at least 90 test results is required from the Grade 4 and 7 reading, writing and numeracy categories for inclusion. A rank for the last ¿ve years for each school out of 703 is also given. “One thing we try to do all the time, you should not put a lot of emphasis on what’s happening in a given year but should look at the results over ¿ve years,’’ said Cowley. In Crofton’s case, its ranking in the last ¿ve years is just 5.6 so that means the chances of continued improvement are better. A 5.1 score from 2008 and 2.8 in 2009 will be taken out of ¿ve-year factoring in each of the next two years. “They’ve had three years of substantial improvement,’’ Cowley said. At the other end of the scale, “clearly

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That would require ¿nding schools with similar populations, family income, ESL percentages and other factors. “If you can’t ¿nd any, even though the circumstances are different, you might look at Alberta,’’ said Cowley. “It’s a search that needs to happen actively or aggressively.’’ Complete results are available at www.compareschoolrankings.org. “Our report shows that all schools are capable of improvement, regardless of the personal or family challenges their students might face,’’ Cowley summed up. “We all want the best possible education for our children. To achieve this, every B.C. school should make improvement Job One.’’ The study is reguarly criticized by teachers as too narrowly focused to provide an accurate reÀection of individual school success.

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Woman chains herself to gate blocking ferry to Chemainus

Mayor: lake pool lobby still aÅoat Calculating cost: Still gathering information Ashley Degraaf

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olice are still contemplating charges against a Penelakut Island woman who chained herself to a BC Ferries loading dock fence Monday in protest against her band. North Cowichan/Duncan Cpl. Jon Stuart con¿rmed Valerie Bob of the Penelakut Tribe chained herself to the fence, blocking passengers from unloading the ferry which arrived at about noon Monday. “I understand she was chained in total for about an hour,” Stuart said Tuesday. RCMP weren’t called im-

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Valerie Bob, centre, speaks with police after chaining herself to the gate at the Chemainus ferry terminal. mediately, he noted, and it was only after Ferries staffers were unsuccessful in talking her out of unlocking her chain police were noti¿ed. Bob, who told television news crews her stand was inspired by a number of grievances with her band, but most recently her

electricity at her home being cut off, was ¿nally persuaded by police to leave the location. “She agreed to move herself from the fence,” Stuart said. “But unfortunately she couldn’t remember the code to the lock she was using, so we had to use bolt cutters.”

he push for Cowichan Lake communities to join the Cowichan Aquatic Centre’s funding formula hasn’t sunk, con¿rmed Lake Cowichan mayor Ross Forrest Monday. Pool talks are still early in the works and nothing’s been set in stone, said Forrest despite indications there wasn’t enough interest to take the pool issue any further. “The pool issue is still very much ongoing,” Forrest, who recently expressed interest in presenting the issue at a Cowichan Lake Recreation Commission meeting, but was swayed to hold off until more information is available. “It wasn’t an of¿cial motion,

it was really just discussion,” said Forrest, noting neighbouring area directors, Cowichan Lake South/Skutz Falls’ Ian Morrison and Youbou/Meade Creak’s Pat Weaver weren’t present. “We still have a lot of information to come to us,” he said. “We haven’t had anything in black and white put in front of us as a group.” Meanwhile, Lake resident Ted Gamble, who was concerned the above discussions spelled trouble for his campaign, is anxious to get the ball rolling. “We realize that few things are as simple as they appear, especially in politics, however, we believe the issue of equal access for all Cowichan Valley residents is not as complicated as it might seem and essential to Lake Cowichan being a healthy and inclusive community where vibrant middle class families are encouraged to reside,” said Gamble in an email to the News Leader Pictorial.

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Unfortunately, with politics often come lengthy processes, indicated Morrison. “We have to pursue it in proper fashion,” said Morrison, who remained tight-lipped about what side of the fence he was on but admitted he’s heard keen interest from his constituents to join. Across the lake in Youbou, Weaver noted she’d heard from more folks from her community falling on the con side, largely due to the tax increases they’d see on their yearly bills. However, she too indicated talks were too early in the game to comment. At this point, no concrete ¿gures have been laid out on what the tax hit to the communities would be, Forrest said. The Cowichan Lake communities are among the few still to resist contributing tax dollars to the Duncan pool in exchange for the two-tier payment formula being waived for their residents.

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the CRA’s Fairness Policy. If you want the CRA to reassess a tax year and allow a claim for the DTC, you must either submit CRA Form T1ADJ or send a letter of request, with details, to the CRA. You must also obtain the support of a medical practitioner who certifies that the impairment existed during the previous tax years. It can be very complex to get the most from the DTC, especially when it comes to the interrelationships with other financial provisions for a disabled person. That’s why a discussion of the issues with your professional advisor is always a good idea. This column, written and published by Investors Group Financial Services Inc. (in Québec – a Financial Services Firm), and Investors Group Securities Inc. (in Québec, a firm in Financial Planning) presents general information only and is not a solicitation to buy or sell any investments. Contact your own advisor for specific advice about your circumstances. For more information on this topic please contact your Investors Group Consultant.

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The Open Board Meeting of the Board of Education will take place on Wednesday, March 13, 2013 at Cowichan Secondary School, in the Cafeteria, at 4:30 pm.

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PUBLIC CONSULTATION PROCESS FOR PROPOSED RESTRUCTURING The Cowichan Valley School District will hold a number of public meetings to consult on the School District’s restructuring proposals introduced on February 6, 2013. Several schools were identiﬁed for potential school closure as part of the restructuring proposals.

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In each area, the Superintendent and Secretary-Treasurer will present the details of the restructuring options being considered and information with respect to the proposed school closure and grade reconﬁguration. A Question and Answer Period pertaining to the information presented will follow.

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The decision to close A.B. Greenwell, located in the former Yount Elementary School at Youbou, rather than Palsson Elementary School in Lake Cowichan also raised questions, with Palsson already suffering from a lack of space, structural issues and asbestos. “Palsson School is in as bad shape now as (the original) A.B. Greenwell was when they shut it down (a few years ago due to mould),” one parent said, commenting also on the many attributes the one school has over the other. “(Palsson) seemed to be the obvious choice because of its location in Lake Cowichan,” replied Harper. “So does that mean you chose location over the health of our children?” asked another parent. Some were perplexed at how the school district could say it would be saving money by closing down a school when Harper agreed it would take a certain amount of investment to make the proposed changes to both Palsson and LCSS work. Tristan Renaud, a Grade 8 student at LCSS, said he agreed with the comments of parents who feel that having younger children in the

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“With a 60-per-cent retirement rate coming up at the Catalyst mill, that’s going to bring in new families. If there’s no elementary school there, people will be less likely to live in Crofton, and they’ll simply commute to the mill instead.” Robertson was also worried about the potential consequences of integrating younger kids into a school co-attended by high school students —a model currently used at Lake Cowichan Secondary School. “My biggest concern is how you would separate the children,” Robertson said, referring to the proposal to house a middle school and

high school within the current CSS building. “I would be concerned with how well it’s implemented. They aren’t willing to tell us anything about what would be implemented until after they’ve already made the decision. I don’t feel that we’re given enough information to tell them our opinion when they don’t know what’s going to happen.” McKay acknowledged cuts and closures would impact affected communities disproportionately — “it will not be a matter of an equal distribution of pain,” McKay said — but he pledged to adopt a strategy that “is something we can sustain and that will support kids.”

Restructure tour continues Seeking solutions to its $3.7 million budget dilemma, School District 79 is on a 90-day public consultation process to determine how best to cut costs without compromising services to students. The district is considering closing or combining schools in each of its four zones as one possible solution to its budget woes. March 2 meetings in Chemainus and Lake Cowichan will be followed March 9 with a 9 a.m. meeting at Quamichan Middle School and a 1 p.m. meeting at George Bonner Middle School. Then SD79 will host a public forum for the entire district Tuesday, April 30 at 6:30 p.m. at Cowichan Secondary School to allow members of the public to offer comment directly to McKay. Written feedback will be accepted by SD79 until May 7. Comments on SD79’s restructuring plans can be submitted to district administration via their website at www.restructure2013.sd79.bc.ca or by e-mail at restructure2013@sd79.bc.ca. An ofﬁcial decision on school closures and grade reconﬁgurations will be made at a board of education meeting Wednesday, May 15.

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT The Annual General Meeting of the Shawnigan Lake Community Centre Commission will be held in the Lounge of the Shawnigan Lake Community Centre, 2804 Shawnigan Lake Rd on Thursday, March 14, 2013 at 7:00 pm. Elections will take place for interested persons wishing to serve on the Shawnigan Lake Community Centre (SLCC) Commission. The Commission consists of not more than (7) members. The term of appointment for members shall be a one (1) year term commencing April 1, 2013 and expiring March 31, 2014. Become involved and assist with the development of exciting new projects to bene¿t the residents of Shawnigan Lake TOMORROW, by joining the Community Centre Commission TODAY! Phone: (250) 746-2500 Fax: (250) 746-2513 Email: cvrd@cvrd.bc.ca Website: http://www.cvrd.bc.ca

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Time to reopen debate about raising the weir Cowichan River: We need better control

istory — heck, church picnic organizing committee meetings — are littered with examples of postponing the right decision in favour of whatever was more politically expedient at the time. One of the best cases in point at the local government level occurred in the late summer of 2007. That’s when the Cowichan Valley Regional District board of directors — cowed by a room full of angry Lake Cowichan lakefront property owners — cut the heart from the Cowichan Basin Water Management Plan. An extensive document many years in the making, the plan came out of the scare of 2003, when the Cowichan River Time for the nearly ran dry. CVRD to The plan came up with 89 recommendations to help the community prevent muster its that situation from ever happening again. courage Your elected representatives were prepared to adopt them all until the angry delegation showed up, convinced the plan would result in their properties being Àooded. And that’s when the directors backtracked, adopting the plan without its two most powerful recommendations — the ability to adjust the scheduled summer release of water, and a move to increase capacity by raising the weir. Fast forward ¿ve years and another near-drought has local of¿cials scrambling once again to save the river. And once again the answer is in front of them if they only could muster the courage to champion it. A public meeting is scheduled for Saturday to discuss a plan to alter the water release schedule. It is a step in the right direction. But one more step needs to be taken. The CVRD and other local interests must reignite the push to raise the weir. It can be done without causing Àooding and it is needed to protect the downstream environment. Our water needs to be managed for the bene¿t of us all.

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

This we like Congratulations to Nick Zuback and his committee of volunteers for a very successful weekend of wrestling. Their efforts were key as Cowichan hosted the B.C. High School Wrestling Championships, bringing more than 500 athletes as well as their coaches and families to the valley. An event like this is a big beast to grapple with, but Cowichan’s reach easily matched its grasp.

Young wrestlers from across B.C. were in Duncan this weekend.

A Slow Money Month helps you think before you tap Maeve Maguire

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ost Saturdays when I was a kid, I would walk to the Red Rooster store up the street. Taking care not to step on sidewalk cracks, I would be in deep contemplation about how to spend the two caribou-embossed coins in the pocket of my brown corduroy pants. After deliberating over my choices in the store, I would place my loot and quarters on the counter, a little terri¿ed I had miscounted and would have to relinquish a sweet treat. Before the brass bell over the door announced my departure, red licorice would be squishing between my molars, my pockets empty. Those transactions were well-considered, unlike one my husband experienced at London Drugs, where they have a new payment system called Tap and Go. He was paying a young computer genius for

¿xing our unwell computer. The young genius told him the total was $40. My husband took his credit card out of his wallet and the young genius said, “Just tap it.” My husband looked at him, confused. “What do you mean, tap it?” he said. “Just tap your card on the machine,” the young genius replied, indicating a small plastic box on the counter. My husband did as he was told. He tapped his credit card on the machine. The till beeped. The payment made. $40 spent. With a tap. It reminds me of my Behavioural Psychology class, when I trained a white rat named Bartholomew to run the length of the classroom. I spent weeks using food to condition him. If a starving little Bart did what I wanted, I rewarded him with a food pellet; if he didn’t, I gave him nothing. Bart was a smart rodent who learned quickly how to get fed. On race day, Bart ran the distance faster than all the other rats in the class. Victory

There may be some big-picture point of view out there where it makes sense to close Crofton Elementary School. We haven’t processed the SD79 reorganization plan well enough to say if that is here. But we can say that it would be a crying shame if the district’s newest elementary school is no longer able to be used for the purpose it was intended.

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was ours. Tap and Go makes us like rats conditioned to run for food. Tap your card, get your reward. You no longer have to agree to the amount and enter your PIN, which leaves no opportunity to change your mind. And the consequence — that it took hours to earn money spent in a split second — isn’t felt until you receive your credit-card bill weeks later. So, unlike Bart, we’re not motivated to consider the negative impact of our purchase at the time of the transaction — a contributing factor to high consumer debt. My husband and I wondered if using credit cards was increasing our spending so we decided to use cash only for one month. We called our experiment Slow Money Month. At ¿rst I was paranoid about carrying so much cash, as though at any moment my wallet would be lost or stollen. Then I realized my wallet has never been lost or stolen. Once I relaxed, I learned that I don’t know

the price of a pound of beef, or what my total grocery bill is in a single visit, or how liberating it is to have cash on hand when the ice cream truck rolls up. At one point, my husband had to buy a $160 footplate for his kayak. He had $200 in his wallet. He hesitated for a long while before handing the money over. It was painful to let that money go. When would he ¿nd another cash machine? Was it worth buying the footplate at all? If he’d had the option of using a credit card, he wouldn’t have thought twice. Feeling the pain of spending at the time of the transaction keeps us honest. Think before you tap.

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

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Is it easy to Änd a doctor in Cowichan? No. At ﬁrst I was very disappointed because I didn’t get a response for awhile to requests for a doctor for my husband and I, but now we’ve ﬁnally found a great doctor and we’re very happy.

I’ve had the same doctor for 25 years, so for me yes, but if he was to retire my answer would probably be no.

Catharina Pattison, Glenora

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Timeout on Stoney Hill should provide time to get it right

We need more valley residents Åocking to bicycles

Dear editor What great news to read that Grandfather Heron is joining the growing Àock of cyclists in the Warmland. I look forward to seeing how he’s out¿tted on his birdcycle! And Cycle Cowichan agrees: “Let’s get busy promoting bike riding for fun and ¿tness.” Whether commuting, grocery shopping or out for a fun ride, cycling, especially shorter distances, can get you there in almost the same time as a car without the parking hassles. As an advocacy group, Cycle Cowichan has been presenting cyclists’ concerns to the Cowichan Valley Traf¿c Advisory Council attended by local government planners, Ministry of Transportation staff and the RCMP. Letters of support for the Friendship Trail funding process and numerous submissions for the Active Transportation Plan are two other local initiatives involving CC members. Currently, Cycle Cowichan is in consultation with ICBC and the RCMP involving a cycling safety campaign. Watch for details this spring. Also in the months to come, Bike To Work Week will be happening in late May and plans are underway to offer adult CanBike courses. If you’d like to get involved visit our website: cyclecowichan.ca and become a member for free. And remember: birds of a feather, Àock together. Hope to see you sometime, Grandfather Heron! Alex Haddad

In my opinion: Protect against greed

t was appropriate we heard about mending fences to heal the polarization in the great divide that has caused so much animosity among Stoney Hill residents. The stones and hills have indeed presented geographical obstacles but also a somewhat rare opportunity to halt progress if only for three months as we catch our breath in making considered decisions for so many future generations. It would be naive to think existing bylaws and zoning could halt wily developers. It is the love Andrew Leong of money that is the root of all such unseemly North Cowichan South End ÄreÄghters assess the damage to a Mazda that rolled into the embankment on the manipulation. I call it “grate expectations.” As north-bound side of Trans Canada Highway near the bottom of golf course hill. The Äre department called out home owners are disappointed by the loss of the shortly after 5 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 25, report of a four-vehicle crash, with entrapment. There were no serious sugar-plum vision of tens of thousands of dollars injuries. North-bound trafÄc narrowed down to single lane. dancing in their heads, dangled luringly by those keen and sophistical developers, they grate in the Maybe we need to totally rethink our recreloss of that expectation. ational options in order to gain reasonable Lake of pool access keeping people access to the CAC? But council has deftly stickhandled the middle ground as stewards, maintaining a very high Ted Gamble from Lake Cowichan Cycle Cowichan percentage of wilderness and making decisions for Cowichan Lake Dear editor all the electorate, rather than bowing sheepishly I have lived in Lake Cowichan for the past to highly ¿nanced interest groups with mere self¿ve years and really enjoy what the town has Think before reclaiming words Clawback tax cuts and keep our serving motives. to offer, as I enjoy the rural lifestyle. However, Dear editor If we could be reassured the OCP’s vision of preperiodically, I like to swim in the winter months schools open Re: “Reclaimed marsh land picked for new venting sprawl and panhandled lots could be susDear editor and head to the Cowichan Aquatic Centre to RCMP station.” This headline is a typical tained, then the story would reach a compromise swim. The last time I was there, the person in Based on the continuing reduced school example of the problematic side of the relationBut only the childlike would not smell something line ahead of me was from Victoria and she paid budget for SD79, the closing of schools is ship our culture has with its environment. By $5.75 for access to the facility. When it came necessary. The reduced budget each year since brewing in the ¿scal avarice of builders. There is calling the marshland “reclaimed,” the author many a Cassius developer with a lean and hungry time for me to pay, a resident from Lake Cow2001, means there is no fat left. The shortfall frames the marsh as an encroaching, land-grabfor the 2013-14 year means the only alternative look, angling to feed upon the sheep, casting their bing entity rather than the bustling combination ichan, I had to pay $12 with a token thrown in. idle regulations aside like limp, rag dolls. is to close schools. of nursery, larder, waystation, refuge, ¿lter, and At the end of 2012, four areas in the Cowichan In Ontario, I saw billionaire developers buy Valley gained equal access to the Cowichan I suggest the continuing cutbacks in school more that it is. We need to outgrow the adverthe politicians and cast the rules aside to develop services and the closing of schools is due to sarial approach to nature that the western world Aquatic Centre and it seems to me Lake Cowhighly pro¿table sprawl in the Toronto area’s ichan, Area F, and Area I of the CVRD were not income tax cuts to the richest individuals and has had for centuries as it is at the heart of so vitally needed watershed and green space. even present at the negotiating table. corporations. Since Premier Gordon Campbell many of our current and pending crises. Let us hope we can think at leisure to prevent I ¿nd our absence in the negotiations disturb- cut income taxes by 25% of the 2000 total Other cultures around the world (as well as such ugly proliferation and uncivilized tactics, and ing, as recreational opportunities, indoor and tax income in 2001, large annual government right here in the valley) strive for harmony with leave a legacy allowing the security/safety of the out, in the winter months for many in Lake de¿ cits followed. The tax cut of $1.8 billion to nature. Our cultural heritage is to attempt to residents and maintaining what they originally Cowichan are limited. I know families who are corporations in the last budget is resulting in master it. We must do better and one place to bought out there — pristine and wonderful nature. having to drive to Victoria or Ladysmith to ob- a forecasted provincial budget de¿cit of $1.5 start is to change how we speak (and think). This is why so many, like me, moved to Vantain swimming lessons for their children, somebillion. This clearly indicates the relationship Gary Starkweather couver Island. Is this nature’s last Western hope thing that is imperative living on a lake. Prices between tax cuts, de¿cits, and the closing of comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com in the highly populated part of Canada? Many do for similar lessons at the CAC for the year top schools in SD79. see it that way and are willing to work mightily to $$1,200. Our Lake Cowichan facility lacks a The solution to the problem is to reduce the preserve what little is left. ggym and my understanding is the curling rink provincial de¿cit which is driving reduced It doesn’t take David Suzuki to realize we are all iis perpetually subsidized by our tax dollars, due budgets and cutbacks. This could be achieved connected and rely on that fragile, thin biosphere tto lack of participation. I don’t play hockey any by clawing back some of the tax cuts given infrastructure to maintain our spaceship planet m more and have no interest in curling, but would to the rich. Everyone who has suffered from “Would you or do you eat farmed ﬁsh?” viably. n not begrudge my tax dollars supporting either inadequate SD79 budgets or cutbacks in You answered: (108 votes) The Native peoples discovered this in living on iif there was some sort of compromise around any government services since 2001 should 81 per cent NO aaccess to a multi-million-dollar aquatic facility become politically active. Until we do, the tax this land for countless generations. If they mismana mere 20-minute drive from our town. cuts and cutbacks will continue. We should be aged it, the results came back to bite them fatally. To vote on the next Question of the Week, log onto the Such wisdom should be considered very carefully. 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Robin Lawson is a Maple Bay resident. North Cowichan has delayed a decision on the controversial Stoney Hill Road until late spring.

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This International Women’s Day, sisters are doing it for each other Pam Alcorn and which will be showcased along with several Cowichan groups at a local International Women’s Day event Friday at the Eagle’s Hall. “In April 2011, Volunteer Cowichan saw the call to create a mentorship program as a pilot project,” said Alcorn, noting between now and then, the Sistering Project saw many workshops and gatherings form to start conversations and collect data on women’s participation in the leadership of local community organizations. VC received about $200,000 to facilitate the project. “There were several aspects to the project,” explained Alcorn. “Part of it was fostering individual relationships with women as well as inspiring community conversations.” Several workshops were held on topics including, Guide to Choosing an Organization, Consensus Decision-Making, Communication Skills for Participating on Committees, Advisory Groups, and Boards, InÀuence on Language in our Interactions, Gender and Politics, and Making Dif¿cult

Ashley Degraaf

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relationship between sisters is important in so many ways, but for the facilitators of a recent local pilot project, a sister’s role in supporting and sharing with her siblings is what’s most important. And that’s why Volunteer Cowichan called its Status of Women Canada-funded undertaking the Thuyt-Shlhune’ (Prepare the Path) Sistering Project. “We use the term ‘sistering’ rather than mentoring to highlight the speci¿c nature of the sharing and support involved in relationships between women,” the website for the project explains. “Sistering acknowledges the often-unrecognized ways women contribute to community and creates, supports, and facilitates relationships within and between a diversity of community members.” Thuyt-Shlhune’ (Prepare the Path) is a two year project that’s currently wrapping up, said VC’s

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y the way, did you hear: • A Cowichan family recently celebrated a special ¿ve-year landmark. It has been that long since Lourdess Sumners received a stem cell transplant in her battle against cancer. “We are so grateful for the wonders of modern medicine that has done its best to give her life,” father Orlando Sumners said, thanking the doctors and nurses at Children’s Hospital, as well as Duncan’s Dr. Robertson and Dr. McKenzie. • If you get a chance to check out the Once Upon a Day Cowichan ¿lm premiere tomorrow at the Cowichan Theatre (we’re hearing it’s long sold out), you will be overwhelmed by the number of familiar local faces (among them your By the way columnist’s wife, Teresa McKinley.) Tickets for the 7:30 p.m., March 7, Cowichan Theatre event are free, but must be reserved. Call the Cowichan Theatre box of¿ce at 250-748-7529 to see if any space has opened up. • Deb Savory Wright, Chairwoman for KidSport Cowichan tells us employees of the MNP Duncan of¿ce donated a cheque for $475 to the program through an in-house jeans day campaign. • South Cowichan Chamber of Commerce executive director Shauna Benson says the group is searching for more volunteers to staff

Name: Tony Brunet Occupation: Arena maintenance at Fuller Lake Age: 36 Hometown: Nanaimo If you get a chance go see: Django Unchained Right now I am reading: Lawn and Garden magazine I’m listening to: Ozzy At least once everyone should: try the Fuller Lake concession Most people don’t know: my middle name Proudest or happiest moment: my children Biggest fear: heights If I was appointed king of the valley I would: retire Before I die: I want to live life to the fullest Words I live by: karma

the Mill Bay Visitors Information Centre. If you enjoy talking to people and know a lot about the Cowichan Valley, contact her at 250-7433566, or email southcowichanchamber@shaw.ca. • Emerging pop singer Stef Lang was back in Chemainus and her hometown of Ladysmith in late February, teaming up with Vancouver Island Insurance Centres and PINKwall.ca to promote Pink Shirt Day and spread anti-bullying messages. After hearing about Amanda Todd, a 15-year-old from Port Coquitlam who committed suicide in October after suffering two years of cyberstalking, harassment and bullying, Lang wrote a song for Todd called Can You See Me Now? Lang is preparing for a spring anti-bullying tour, where she will perform and speak in high schools in B.C. and Alberta. • The 13th-annual Cobble Hill Seedy Saturday invites you to help celebrate its 100 Mile Spring “with everything a gardener could need, or want.” Beth Lischeron tells us a delicious farm kitchen lunch prepared by the Shawnigan Cobble Hill Women’s Institute is just one of the attractions at Saturday’s 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shawnigan Cobble Hill Farmers Institute-sponsored free event. 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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Saturday is your chance to support one of Cowichanâ€™s signature musical events. The Cowichan Folk Guildâ€™s regular coffeehouse for March is being billed as a special fundraiser for the Islands Folk Festival. Headlining will be Folkfest alumni and emerging mid-island musical mainstay Ryan McMahon.

â€œ2012 was a good year for Ryan,â€? the promotional material for the event reads. â€œHe released two albums, collected three Vancouver Island Music Awards (including Artist of the Year) and did a 22-date tour with WiL (that recently wrapped up in Duncan). â€œHailing from Ladysmith, McMahon has grown

his reputation as a singer songwriter for the past 10 years. Now on the verge of exploding onto the national scene Ryanâ€™s pursuit of his goal never wavers.â€? Doors open at 7 p.m., Saturday, March 9 at the Duncan United Church. Open stage starts at 7:30 p.m., followed later by McMahon. Admission for CFG members is $5, for non-members $10.

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and Reba McEntire, who join Clark for duet versions of their hits Delta Dawn and How Blue. Also lending their talent and voices to Classic are Clarkâ€™s buddies Jann Arden, Dierks Bentley and Dean Brody. Clarkâ€™s March 9 performance will be her second time gracing the Cowichan Theatreâ€™s stage. Clark and cronies received stellar reception from a packed house as well as â€œ10 boots out of 10â€? from NLP arts reporter Peter W. Rusland during her local debut. â€œBacked by a kick-arse band of pros â€” who might have issued albums of their own â€” Clark gave the packed house a taste of her homespun humour, compassion and mighty musical talents,â€? wrote Rusland in his review. â€œ...It was perhaps Clarkâ€™s touching tribute to her cancer-survivor mom â€” who was in the crowd for her daughterâ€™s island exclusive â€” that registered most with Cowichan fans,â€? he said of Clarkâ€™s 2009 appearance. Clarkâ€™s eighth studio album Roots and Wings released in 2011 includes the track Smile, a song she wrote for her mom after she lost her battle to cancer. Clarkâ€™s numerous albums have accounted for more than 20 singles, including six chart-toppers, If I Were You, Poor Poor Pitiful Me, Emotional Girl, In My Next Life, Girls Lie Too and Youâ€™re Easy on the Eyes. Saturdayâ€™s stage will be warmed by country chicklet Kira Isabella.

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blast from the past may just be what folks checking out country chick Terri Clark at the Cowichan Theatre Saturday are in for. The country icon, who made her debut at the Cowichan Theatre in 2009, will be strumming tunes from her latest album, Classic, including country staples Love is a Rose, Gentle on My Mind, Leavinâ€™ on Your Mind, and How Blue. Clarkâ€™s Classic spans four decades of country music and conveys the history of several of the genreâ€™s hit songs. â€œIt is a Terri Clark record with the spirit of the music that made her who she is,â€? Clarkâ€™s promotional material reads. â€œAfter nearly 20 years since I started my Âżrst studio album, itâ€™s always exhilarating to Âżnish another one, however this one was special to me in so many ways,â€? explained Clark in a blog entry. â€œFamily, Opry, Tootsieâ€™s, and a tribute to the artists that inspired me. Having Reba, Dierks, Jann, Tanya, and Dean share in that joy brought it all together in so many ways, and reminded me once more why I began this love affair with country music 30-plus years ago in the Âżrst place.â€? The result is an album that features inĂ€uences from heroes Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn and Emmylou Harris, whom she covers to Tanya Tucker

Your ticket What: Terri Clark, with special guest Kira Isabella When: March 9, 7:30 p.m. Where: Cowichan Theatre Tickets: $45. 250-748-7529

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â€œRich with subtle references and sounds of their Indigenous roots, the lyrics go on further to tell the tales of travellers, troublemakers, lovers, and heros. There are stories of desperation and resilience, of simple pleasures, and wide open spaces. â€œWith a whimsical thread of idealism, they propose the idea that love can keep the darkness at bay.â€? Digging Roots is here Friday, March 8, at 8 p.m., in the Duncan Garage Showroom. Tickets are $17 at the door and $15 in advance.

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weekend. And with it comes not only Bailey, but the pride of Quebec as well, conductor Jean-Marie Zeitouni, for a program that will feature Estacio (Brio Tocatta and Fantasy for Orchestra), Elgar (Cello Concerto) and Brahms (Symphony No 2). The VSO is billing Bailey as nothing less than one of the greatest concert cellists in the world. “His rare combination of celebrated artistry, technical wizardry and engaging personality has secured his place as one of the most sought after and active cellists today,” event promotional material states. He has collaborated with such conductors as Itzhak Perlman, Alan Gilbert, Andrew Litton, James DePriest and Stanislav Skrowaczewski.

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Add Zeltouni to that list. In addition to ensembles in Montreal and Ohio, he serves as principal guest conductor of Les Violons du Roy, with which he gave more than 200 concerts throughout North America over the past 10 years. “His eloquent yet ¿ery style, in repertoire ranging from baroque to contemporary music, results in regular re-engagements across North America,” the VSO states. Your ticket What: The Victoria Symphony with conductor Jean-Marie Zeitouni and cellist Zuill Bailey Where: Cowichan Theatre When: March 8, 7:30 p.m. Tickets: Tickets are $40, $20 for students. Call 250-748-7529

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Wednesday Cowichan Writers’ Group: Present your 10- to 15-minute story, poem, book review and learn from others, 6 p.m. at the Cowichan Library. Salmon ConÄdential: Screening of the documentary by Alex Morton. Suggested donation $5 to $10. Reservations required, contact Shawna Green 250-597-0301, Duncan Garage Showroom at 7 p.m. Permaculture DemystiÄed: Free public lecture at VIU’s Cowichan Campus, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Cowichan Ultimate Frisbee: A fast-paced and fun co-ed sport for adults. Drop in and try it out at the Cowichan Sportsplex on the McKinnon ball ﬁeld at 7 p.m. For info email cowichanulti@gmail.com

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Cobble Hill Seedy Saturday: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Cobble Hill Hall, 3550 Watson Ave. For more information, call 250-743-7305 or 250-7438036 or email cobblehillseedysaturday@gmail.com. Free admission. The Seasons: The Cowichan Consort Orchestra and Choir celebrates the coming of spring at 7:30 p.m. in the

Christian Reformed Church, 930 Trunk Road, Duncan. Tickets $15 for adults, $10 for children under 12. Artist’s Books with Trisha Klus: At the South Cowichan Library, 1 to 2 p.m. Call 250743-5436 to register. Ingrid Gatin / Twin Voices: Singer/songwriter with indie folk project guests. $15 door, $12 advance 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 330 Duncan St.

International Women’s Day Celebration: Potluck dinner featuring entertainment from Ensemble Laude at the Eagles Hall, 2965 Jacob Rd. at 5 p.m.

Free Income Tax Service: for people of limited income. Valley Seniors Centre, 198 Government St. Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to noon until the end of April. Cowichan Agricultural Society meets the ﬁrst Wednesday of every month at CAS’s headquarters, at 5855 Clements St. at 7 p.m. To learn more about the Cowichan Agricultural Society and future events, check out cowichanfarmers.org.

Escape Artists Annual Show: Opens 11 a.m., Betty Calvin demonstrates “Monotype”, 2 to 4 p.m., The Loft Gallery at Valley Vines to Wines, 2602720 Mill Bay Rd. More info, call 250-743-464.

Cameron Gunn: with special guests. $12 door, $10 advance, 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 330 Duncan St.

Teen Transition Coordinator Parent Orientation Bootcamp: Island Savings Centre, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., $60 per person/ $75 per family couple. For info, www.teentransitionplanning. ca

RCMP Auxiliary Program Public Information Session: from 7 to 9 p.m., for the North Cowichan / Duncan RCMP, Shawnigan Lake RCMP and

CVRD Information Session: Proposed changes to the operating guidelines for the management of water stored and released from Cowichan

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Saturday CTRA’s 17th Annual Gala Auction: Live and silent auction, dinner, games and rafﬂes in support of Cowichan Therapeutic Riding. $60 individual, $420 table of eight. Visit ctra. ca.

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Lake, held at Lake Cowichan Centennial Hall at 9:30 a.m.

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CROSS, Tammy Ann Marie January 26, 1972 â€“ March 1, 2013

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of the most dynamic member of our family. She brought love and brilliant energy into any room she entered. Her life cut all too short by her courageous battle with cancer. She has passed over to the open arms of her loving mother Debbie, leaving behind her parents Mike and Sandy; siblings Mike, Jamie, Teresa, Rachelle and their families; daughter Brittany; nieces and nephews Erik, Shelby, Anthony, Sydney and Jesse; grandparents Doug and Betty Euloth and Bernice Simpson; many aunts, uncles, cousins, and many, many friends. For someone who wondered if sheâ€™d even made a ripple, she need not have worried for she has touched so many lives in so many ways, and we were so fortunate to have had her a part of our lives. We are so grateful for the time we shared. A special thanks to Chris who stayed by her side during this difďŹ cult time. Tammyâ€™s passing has left a huge void in all the lives she touched. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be offered at www.sandsduncan.ca SANDS of DUNCAN 250-746-5212

BOOTH, William (Bill) March 8, 1925 â€“ Feb 21, 2013 Bill went home to be with his Lord and Saviour on Thursday, Feb 21st at the age of 87. Surviving him with love are his wife of 64 years Myra (nee Neil), four children, John, Robert, Melanie Lutz (Rick) and David (Arlene), six grandchildren, Sarah Flood (Michael), Shayna Lutz, Kelsey Lutz, Brandon Booth, Justin Booth and Andrea Booth, two great grandchildren, Ezra Lutz and Emily Flood. He will be greatly missed by his sisters, Norma Clark, Florence Manderson (Barkley), and his brother Doug Booth and their families. He was predeceased by his parents, William and Elizabeth Booth, and his brother-in-law Gilbert Clark. Bill was born in New Westminster and joined the Merchant Marines at age 18 and served as a Marine Radio OfďŹ cer during the war seeing many parts of the world during his tour of duty and receiving decorations for his service. Billâ€™s career included hospital administration at Woodlands School and Riverview Hospital and then Director of Government Institutions for the Province of BC. After retiring from government service he worked in Administration and Management at Regent College in Vancouver which he enjoyed immensely. His ďŹ nal retirement was in 1989. Bill was passionate about his service to his church and other Christian based service organizations. He was on numerous boards from 1960 to 2000. Closest to his heart was his home church, Blue Mountain Baptist Church, Childrenâ€™s Evangelistic Association which he helped found in 1960, the Fellowship of Evangelical Childrenâ€™s Workers (former Chairman) and Camp Tulahead (former Chairman) and the Blue Mountain Senior Housing Society. Bill was steadfast in his belief in God, a man of wisdom, caring and compassion, a great father and counsellor to many people. He was a dedicated husband and cared for his wife for as long as he possibly could. He fought a good ďŹ ght with cancer over the last year in a way that demonstrated his calm resolve and amazing endurance. He never once complained during his battle. He was comforted through his prayer and bible reading and time with friends and family. The family would like to thank all those that provided care for Bill over the last year and especially over the last two week period at the Nanaimo Hospital and Palliative Care Unit. A service to celebrate his life will be held at Blue Mountain Baptist Church in Coquitlam, on Friday, March 1st at 1 pm with a reception following. A memorial service will be held in Ladysmith at the Oceanview Community Church on Saturday, March 9th at 1:30 pm. In lieu of ďŹ‚owers, donations to Compassion Canada and Camp Tulahead would be appreciated.

ROLPH, Donald George 1944 â€“ 2013 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Donald George Rolph at Cowichan District Hospital, Duncan on February 26th, 2013 at the early age of 69. He will be sadly missed by his mother Dolores Romano, daughters Susan Green, Ila Rolph and Stephanie Hunt, his six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Cremation was entrusted to Cedar Valley Memorial Gardens, Cedar. Honoring Donaldâ€™s wishes there will be no service. Donations in memory of Donald may be made to a charity of your choice if so desired. SANDS of DUNCAN 250-746-5212 ALTIMAS, John Michael, 71, of Duncan, British Columbia, passed away on Wednesday, February 20th in Maui, Hawaii while on a snorkelling trip. John was born in Montreal, lived in Ontario most of his life and relocated to Duncan British Columbia with his wife Barbara, for his retirement. John was a fun loving man who had a talent and passion for woodworking. Through this, he created many beautiful pieces for family and friends that they will treasure for years to come. He enjoyed swimming, reading and snorkeling and through his love for snorkeling was able to experience many of the most beautiful dive sites in the world. John was extremely proud of his two daughters, Tara Pollock, of Ladysmith B.C., and Tanya Rosemarin of Toronto Ontario, and his grandchildren Matthew and Joshua Rosemarin. He is survived by his loving wife, Barbara Altimas, of Duncan B.C., and his two sisters Bridget Sparks and Nora Kavanaugh of Australia. We will dearly miss him. We will miss his smile, his sense of humour and his love. We are comforted by the fact that he died doing what he loved. John will always be with us in our memories. The family will be hosting a Celebration of Life at the Quwâ€™utsunâ€™ Cultural and Conference Centre in the Quamichan room, on Saturday, March 9th at 3:00PM.

YOUNG, Anne Margaret (Soberlak) December 18, 1916 - February 26, 2013 Mom (Grandma) passed away peacefully at Cairsmore Place in Duncan. She was born and raised in Revelstoke , B.C. where she later married her husband Jack in 1938. They moved to the Duncan area in 1947 where they raised their eight children. She was predeceased by her husband Jack in 1968, her daughter Barbara Ramwell in 1998, her great grandson Mikey Young in 2004, her grandson Wayne Peet in 2005, her grandson Grady Capper in 2008, and her youngest son Raymond in 2012. She is survived by her daughter Doreen Peet (Larry), son Gerald (Betty), son in law Ken Ramwell (Linda), son David (Jo-Anne), daughter Gloria Cathcart (Russ), son Jim (Sonya), son Wayne (Margy), fourteen grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren. Mom loved to garden, play cards, crochet and cook. Her happiest days were those spent with her family. We will miss you Mom. We will miss your full cookie jar and your great cooking! (especially cabbage rolls, perogies and â€œgoochie ballsâ€?). We would like to thank the residents and staff at AbbeyďŹ eld for their friendship and kindness during Momâ€™s seven years there. We would also like to thank the nurses and staff at Cairnsmore Place for their wonderful care over the past eight months. A Memorial Tea will be held at First Memorial Funeral Services, 375 Brae Road, Duncan, on Saturday March 9th, 2013 from 2-4 PM. In lieu of ďŹ‚owers, if wishing a donation can be made to a charity of choice. FIRST MEMORIAL FUNERAL SERVICES

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HopWo, Roy September 13, 1921 â€“ December 19, 2012 A Celebration of Life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion Chemainus, BC, Saturday, March 9, 2013, 1 â€“ 5. All friends welcome.

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Frederick William Dunn on Feb. 27, 2013 in Duncan, BC. Fred was born on April 7, 1934 in Burnaby, BC. He is survived by his daughter Denise and grandchildren Jana and Justin Weir; Brother Bob (Joanne) Dunn; Brother-in-law Chuck Place; Sisters-in-law Gladys Myers and Edna Nilson; many nieces, nephew and lifelong friends. Predeceased by his wife Lenore (nee Nilson); Son-in-law Cliff Weir; and parents Bill and Ilma Dunn. Fred moved to Prince Rupert in the 1940s. He worked for BC Hydro for 40+ years as a diesel mechanic starting his career in Prince Rupert at the diesel plant. In 1976 Fred moved to Duncan and worked at Bear Point in Chemainus and VIT in Duncan until his retirement. A Celebration of Life will be held at H W Wallace Cremation and Burial Center, 5285 Polkey Rd, Duncan, BC, Sat. Mar. 9 at 2 pm. Donations can be made to the Alzheimer Society of BC in memory of Fred.

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Kim Barry Winter April 4, 1952 – March 11, 2011 It has been two years since you left me, IT WAS the WORST day of my life. Trying to live without you is hard. You were so much fun! You were also a perfect host, Making everyone feel so welcome! You left me way too early. Now here I sit in a house that is so quiet. No one telling me what to do. I am Thankful for the time we had together and the Memories we shared. I want to Thank you for giving me Four Children I want to Thank you for making me a Better Person. I want to Thank you for being Good To Me. I want to Thank You for Making me –“SMILE” Missing you past, present, and forever in my heart, Angie

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RELIABLE, RESPONSIBLE sales person wanted for childrenâ€™s clothing store. Must have retail experience. Part time/sick/vacation relief. Apply to Giggle Gear, 63 Station St., Duncan.

AT LAST! An iron ďŹ lter that works. IronEater! Fully patented Canada/U.S.A. Removes iron, hardness, smell, manganese. Since 1957. Visit our 29 innovative inventions online at; www.bigirondrilling.com or Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON.

The Community Options Society is running its preemployment program for youth 15 - 30 yrs, that helps to develop skills, conďŹ dence and tools necessary to secure employment. Learn about problem solving, feedback, stereotypes, goal setting, resume writing, job searches, networking and much more. â€˘ The program runs April 8 to June 28, 2013 - Mon-Fri 9 to 3pm â€˘ Participants are paid while attending â€˘ Contact Mary or Jarred at 250-748-0232

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

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

HELP WANTED

HAIRSTYLISTS

Editor

Lake Cowichan Gazette The award-winning Lake Cowichan Gazette has an opening for an editor in their one-person newsroom commencing as soon as possible. The successful candidate will possess an attention to detail as well as the ability to work under pressure in a deadline-driven environment. As well as editing copy and paginating pages, the successful candidate can expect to produce news copy and editorials, take photographs, and generate story ideas. Knowledge of Canadian Press style is vital. The ability to organize copy and supervise the production of special supplements is also required. The editor will also be expected to work closely with the publisher and staff in production and advertising. You have a passion for, and are comfortable with, all aspects of multimedia journalism. You have a track record of turning around well-written, fact-based, concise, well-produced content quickly, for posting online that day â€“ with collateral (text, photos and video). You have demonstrable skills in all aspects of web journalism: â€˘ Search-engine optimization of all content; â€˘ Content curation; â€˘ Social media (Facebook, Twitter) as both research tools, and trafďŹ c generators â€“ listening and participating in the conversation; â€˘ Blogging; â€˘ Web management systems. The Lake Cowichan Gazette, a Black Press publication, covers the vibrant and growing communities of the Cowichan Lake area on Vancouver Island. Please forward your cover letter and resumĂŠ by March 13, 2013 to: Lake Cowichan Gazette Attention: Dennis Skalicky 170E Cowichan Lake Road Lake Cowichan, BC V0R 2G0 Phone: 250.749.4383 or Fax: 250.749.4385 publisher@lakecowichangazette.com

Thank you to all who apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

M O N E Y P ROV I D E R . C O M $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

The Old Farm Market is looking for an EXPERIENCED, ENERGETIC, person to join our Deli team. Our friendly customer service is a priority. You must be available for a variety to shifts, days, evenings and weekends. Wage commensurate with experience. Opportunity for advancement for the right person. Apply with resume to: Sharon or Donna in our Deli Department.

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

LEGAL SERVICES CRIMINAL RECORD? Donâ€™t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certiďŹ cation, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

EXPERIENCED COOK for Cherry Point Vineyards. Please call 250-743-1272.

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

PERSONAL SERVICES FINANCIAL SERVICES DROWNING IN debts? Helping Canadians 25 years. Lower payments by 30%, or cut debts 70% thru Settlements. Avoid bankruptcy! Free consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1 877-556-3500

FOR RESTLESS or Cramping Legs. A Fast acting Remedy since 1981, sleep at night, proven for 31 years. Online: www.allcalm.com, Mon-Fri 8-4 EST 1-800-765-8660. HERITAGE PAWN BARGAINS! Propane patio heater, Line 6 Spider III guitar amp, Crown Cp660 Pro Audio amp, DJ MP3 Control deck, cedar native hats, Bushnell spotting scope, Sony wireless headphones, large djembe drum. Many more deals in store! 430 Whistler. 250-746-9810. heritagepawnbrokers.com

ACREAGE

$200,000, PRIVATE 18.5 acreage overlooking lake at Honeymoon Bay. Near park, beach, store, zoned A1. Call (250)709-9656.

APARTMENT/CONDOS

DUNCAN, 2 bed, 2 bath adult Condo, #3-370 Cairnsmore St. Level entry, patio, small pet ok. Newly renoâ€™d. $146,000. (250)597-8070

LOG SHELLS for sale. Lathed logs, proďŹ led & notched to ďŹ t your plans. Ph. 250-732-3239 or 250-743-3198

TRADES, TECHNICAL

WORK WANTED

BOWFLEX XCEED- excellent shape, ownerâ€™s manual & ďŹ tness guide, $450. Bell X spressvue PVR, $250. Full size ping pong table, collapsible, $50. Call 250-246-2238, 250-466-0323.

REAL ESTATE

LOG LATH, for making log homes or pillars, c/w industrial land lease. (250)743-3198 or 250-732-3239

HOSPITALITY

NOW HIRING! Journey person, 30 Millwrights, 50 PipeďŹ tters, 20 Welders, with industrial experience for a large project in Vanscoy, SK. Wages $34-$40/hour, plus retention & completion bonuses, 14/7 shift rotation, paid beneďŹ ts, RRSPâ€™s. Travel & living out allowance (for eligible candidates). Successful candidates must complete a pre-access A&D test & CSTS 09 training. Apply with current resume and references to jobs@monad.ca or online at: www.monad.ca or fax 1-888398-0725 or in person at 9744-45 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, T6E 5C5

BIG BUILDING sale... â€œâ€?This is a clearance sale. you donâ€™t want to miss!â€?â€? 20x20 $3,985. 25x24 $4,595. 30x36 $6,859. 35x48 $11,200. 40x52 $13,100. 47x76 $18,265. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca

VIOLIN SALE for Adults & children. Also, Cellos. Both very, very nice. Please call (250)701-2035.

$217,000 BRECHIN Views Condo. Sunny all day. 2 bdrm, 2 full baths, in-suite lndry/sewing, gas FP, balcony. Small dog OK. Reqâ€™d â€œVendorâ€™s Disclosure Statement.â€? SPA arbitration initiated by owner settled when remedy sought granted by Council. Price reduced from $230,000 because SPA problems ongoing; new complaint lodged with FICOM. Strata managed by Ardent Properties Inc. under a nonexpiry contract. (250)327-4716

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

FUEL/FIREWOOD

Comfortable, Cozy 2bdrm, 980sq.ft. in 55+ Mobile Park. 6 appliâ€™s, some furniture. Lrg vine covered deck, fruit trees, garden space. $79,500. Just move in! (250)754-6436

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.

GARAGE SALES DUNCANMARCH 9, 8am-12noon, 7989 Tidemark Way (off Adelaide St, Crofton) 5â€™ round ďŹ berglass hot tub, ski and snow board eqip, metal workshop shelves, misc furniture. Free coffee and lots and lots of other stuff.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: Itâ€™s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

4 WINTER snow tires, 5 months wear, as new. Asia Durun 195/50R15, on rims (off Asuna SunďŹ re). $250. (250)748-2070

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

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

HOMES WANTED

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HOUSES FOR SALE

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO

SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD online: www.Norwood Sawmills.com/400OT or call 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or check us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

Looking for a NEW job? www.bcjobnetwork.com

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

2 BDRM, top ďŹ‚oor, clean, spacious, 5 appls, laminate ďŹ‚oors, 2525 Dingwall St., $750 mo. Call 1-(250)474-0545. DUNCAN- 3444 Auchinachie Rd, 3 bdrm, 2 bathrooms, 1500 sq ft Rancher built in 2006 with new home warranty remaining. Quality ďŹ nishing with lots of extras. Great location. $339,000. 250-746-0586.

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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). CENTRAL CHEMAINUS oceanview modern 2 bdrm, 1000sq ft grnd lvl, 5 appls, private patio, wi-ďŹ , parking, $1,000. Available now. NS/NP. Call 250-246-4313.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

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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RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

APARTMENT/CONDO

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

MOBILE HOMES & PADS

OFFICE/RETAIL

WANTED TO RENT

CARS

Mountain View

--------1000 sqâ€™ - 7000 sqâ€™ Store front with excellent exposure, overhead doors, ample parking, available now. --------Please call (250)748-9622 to view

TALL TIMBERS Park, Duncan: 3 bdrm, F/S, washer, 1.5 bath, fenced yard, small pet considered. $800/mo. Avail. Apr. 1st. Refâ€™s, damage deposit. Call (250)748-7248.

OfďŹ ce, Retail & warehouse space for rent.

CENTRAL LOCATION, Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrms, balcony, F/S, heat & hot water, parking, pet considered, $550$875/mo. Call 250-748-7764. CLEAN, BRIGHT 2-bdrm top ďŹ‚oor, Hospital area. 5 applâ€™s. $795/mo. Call 1-250-474-0545 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. Mar 8. Call or text 250-709-1379. FOR RENT April 1st - 2 Bd/Rm, 2 Bth/Rm, 5 Appl, ++ at 330 Brae Road, Duncan. $1000/Mo. Phone/Text 250212-5766 LADYSMITH - Two bedroom, Top ďŹ‚oor, in 3-storey bldg with elevator. Harbour view. Washer/ Dryer/storage. Walk to beach. Small dog OK. $950/mo + DD and electric. Call Lindsey 250816-9853

Terrace Estates 3420 Auchinachie Road ---------------------------------Spacious

Affordable 1 and 2 bedroom suites -----------------------------Renos & upgraded security features Large balconies In-suite storage Close to schools, shopping and walking trails No pets allowed Includes: Heat, Hot water and parking

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

To view call 250-748-3321

3251 Cowichan Lake Rd.

LEWIS STREET Condo. 2 bdrm, 5 appls, N/S, no partying, close to town. Available Mar 1st. Refâ€™s a must. $800 mo. Call (250) 746-5615 MAPLE BAY Suite. 1 Bdrm, W/D, F/S, heat & hot water incl., priv. entrance, pet considered. For N/S quiet person. Avail now. $725/month. Ref & DD reqâ€™d. Call 250-746-8681. SPACIOUS ADULT orientated condo overlooking Ladysmith harbour w/tunnel access to beach, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, gas F/P, W/D, F/S, M/W. 4 blks to dwntwn. N/S. sm dog or cat acceptable. $1000. (250)2462238, 250-667-7107.

COTTAGES COWICHAN RIVER LEASE: Private, modern, suits 1 or 2 people. InďŹ‚oor heat. 1 Bdrm, steamspa, hot tub, ďŹ replace, 5 applâ€™s, veg garden potential. River access. N/S, no dogs. $990. davidandval@shaw.ca

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES SHAUGHNESSY GARDENS

Large 1 & 2 BDRM corner unit. Walk to Safeway, Shoppers, Restaurants & Aquatic Centre. On bus route. Heat & H/W inclâ€™d. New carpet & appls. On-site managers. Call 250-748-1304.

SHOP WAREHOUSE for lease, Boys Rd, Duncan, 1500sq ft w/ofďŹ ce. $7.25 sq ft (250)474-3585, (250)245-9811

Clean 1 & 2 bdrm units. Full size fridge, stove & dishwasher. Carpet & linoleum, window coverings, ďŹ replace. Quiet, well maintained bldg with elevator & sauna. Pet friendly. Close to schools & Hospitals. CALL TO VIEW 250.710.7515 250.748.3412 SHAWNIGAN LAKE- (southwest) clean & adorable 1 bdrm Apt, W/D, lake views, N/S. Available March 1. $650 mo + utils. 1 year lease reqâ€™d. Call 250-743-5036.

CROFTON: 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath duplex, 8061 Queen St. across from park on bus route, W/D hookup. NS/NP, no parties. $800 +util. Apr. 1. Call 250-246-3068, 250-246-9509. 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 IN TOWN, renoâ€™d 3 Bdrm, 2 bath duplex, F/S, W/D. $1100/m, avail now. ALSO, 2 bdrm duplex, F/S, W/D $875/m 250-701-1937 No pets

LAKE COWICHAN 3bdrm duplex, avail now, f/s, heat incl Laundry room, garage. $890. (250)715-5810 (250)748-4253

FARMS

APARTMENTS FURNISHED

1000+ SQ FT cooling storage building for lease with a 5 acre orchard or lease separately. $500+ utils. (250)752-1213.

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

MOBILE HOMES & PADS

WATERFRONT (Shawnigan Lake) deluxe furnâ€™d 1 bdrm, 7 appls, NS/NP. Avail immed until June. 30, $800 mo + utilâ€™s & wi-ďŹ . Refâ€™s. 250-743-1667.

CROFTON, AVAIL March. 1st. 2 bdrm, $800 mo, 3 bdrm, $850 mo, 5 bdrm $1000 mo. Newly renoâ€™d, located in family mobile home park, by appt only. For more info call 250-2461810 or 250-210-1006 (cell).

HOMES FOR RENT 2 BDRM, near Duncan Elem. elec/wood heat. W/D, F/S, $900. April 1st (250)246-6626 3 BDRM, near Cowichan Commons. F/S,N/P. Refâ€™s. $900. Mar 1st. (250)748-9909 COBBLE HILL, 2 bdrm mobile, private, on shared property, F/S, W/D hookup, small pet, refâ€™s. $790/mo. Avail now. Ask about our rental incentive, (250)743-5046

CROFTON Large renoâ€™d house near the school, great area. 4 large bedrooms, 3 bath, 2 living rooms, ďŹ replace, dishwasher, huge sundeck with hottub! Big yard! $1250/m. Available immediately. N/S, pet considered. (250) 3311465 DUNCAN, 2 bdrm in town, 173 McKinstry Pl., 100% renoâ€™d, everything NEW incl 4 applâ€™s! Gas FP, blinds. Deck, patio, carport, shed. NS,NP. Year lease. $1100. (250) 748-2424 or 250-748-9150 SKUTZ FALLS: 3 bdrm rancher, on shared property, renoâ€™d. W/stv $800/mo (250)749-3188

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, downtown, rental space on Jubilee behind the Arbutus Cafe, has own parking lot. Ph. 250-246-8442 DUNCAN, ofďŹ ce/retail, downtown 950 sq.ft. ground ďŹ‚oor, completely renoâ€™d. Reception area, 3 ofďŹ ces. $1050/month. Avail now. 604-820-8929

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9OUR COMPLETE GUIDE TO 0ROFESSIONAL 3ERVICES IN THE #OWICHAN 6ALLEY

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES APPLIANCE REPAIRS APPLIANCE REPAIR of all major brands * in home service * washer/dryer * electric/gas * fridge/stove * microwaves * Locally owned

Key Appliance Services

(250)597-1777

CARPENTRY RETIRED CARPENTER wants to do small jobs and installations in your home. Call Jack 250-709-9965

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES ELECTRICAL

HANDYPERSONS

1A ELECTRICIAN, licenced, bonded, Small Jobs Specialist, panel upgrades and renos. All work guaranteed since 1989. Rob at 250-732-PLUG (7584).

JOEâ€™S HANDYMAN SERVICE

250-743-0326. ELECTRICIAN Licensed and bonded. Reasonable rates, free estimates, upgrades & renos. Call Kelly. 2 IN 1 NIKâ€™S HOME FIX Electrical contractor with 30 years plumbing experience in the Valley. Cell 250-710-7625, #25203

FENCING

CLEANING SERVICES

COMPUTER SERVICES

GARDENING

ABLE COMPUTER REPAIR In-home service. Seniorsâ€™ discount. Nico 250-746-6167

DALEâ€™S YARD Maintenance, south Cowichan area. Lawn cutting & yard cleanup, etc. 250-510-1904 250-743-1225

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250-748-5062 HAULING AND SALVAGE

Delivery Guy

(250) 597-8335 yourdeliveryguy.ca

DELIVERIES HAULING/JUNK REMOVAL MOVING JOBS WELCOME

GARBAGE Can Dan Hauling & Free Scrap Metal Removal Over 250kg. 250-508-0679

HOUSE CLEANING, professionally trained, competitive rates. Tamara (250)715-8275

CONTRACTORS

30 yrâ€™s Experience

Lowest Price Guarantee

HOUSE CLEANING, Bonded, reasonable rate. Call ReneĂŠ 250-701-7301

DAVID GALE Construction for all your renovation needs. 26 yr. exp. 250-746-9956 www.davidgaleconstruction.ca

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS A.M.C. Home Improvements will beat any written building centre bathroom estimate on labour by 15%, simple as that. Call (250)743-9920 M&S OXFORD Home/Commercial Renoâ€™s & Painting. Patioâ€™s, Decks, Sheds, Hardwood and Trim. 25 yrs exp. Quality Guar. 250-213-5204.

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Downtown Duncan. 2600 sq ft ofďŹ ces with 1600 sq ft of warehouse. Separate entrance for warehouse, with large overhead door. (250) 710-8961 (250) 709-7593 WANT TO GET NOTICED? Prime retail/ofďŹ ce space for rent in highly visible historical building on corner of First and Roberts in Ladysmith. 1687 sq. ft. 2 bathrooms, small kitchen, new ďŹ‚ooring, A/C. Available June 1st. Call 250-245-2277

SEASONAL ACCOMMODATION

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES HOUSEHOLD SERVICES

* Gutters * Windows * Siding * Moss treatment * Pressure washing Mill Bay/Duncan 250-743-3306 Chemainus/Ladysmith 250-324-3343

MISC SERVICES SENIORâ€™S CARE - Bathing, Showering, Prep Meals, Companionship. 2hrs for $25, $15 per additional hour. Pauline 250-748-0284 (varied times & days)

PAINTING

WANTED: DUNCAN. Federal employee transferred in need of 3 bdrm house, preferably on bus route. N/S, has outdoor cat. Up to $1200 rent. Call 1(250)286-0633.

$449 CABO San Lucas, all inclusive Special! Stay 6 Days in a Luxury Beachfront Resort with Meals & Drinks! For $449! www.luxurycabo hotel.com 1-888-481-9660.

2007 PONTIAC G5, 4 dr., 1.8L, 4 cyl, auto, p.s., p.b., radio/CD. good on gas. 60/40 backseat, 75,000 km, $5995. Must Sell! (250)597-1092 RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

TRANSPORTATION

2003 REXAIR CLASS A, 29 ft motor home. Excellent condition. Low mileage. Unique kitchen w/Corian countertops, Garage kept. Tow package & generator, N/P/N/S. $44,900. (250) 746-7808

AUTO FINANCING

TOWING

CASH

STORAGE

For Scrap Vehicles

1000+ SQ FT cooling storage building for lease with a 5 acre orchard or lease separately. $500+ utils. (250)752-1213.

Call

Tight Line Towing (250)709-5692

SUITES, LOWER

SOUNDERS TOWING

COBBLE HILL, 2 bdrm, main ďŹ‚oor, heat & elec. incl. Newer carpet & paint. No dogs, Refâ€™s & DD required. $750 mo. Call 250-743-4154, (250)743-4010

Cash

for Unwanted Vehicles

â€œPrompt Serviceâ€?

COWICHAN BAY. 1000 sq ft, ocean view, 1 Bdrm, F/S, W/D. NS/NP. $900./mo Hydro, cable, wireless included. Avail. April 1. 250-246-7109.

(250)252-1224 TRUCKS & VANS

CROFTON: 1 bdrm new suite, W/D, N/S. Close to beach board walk. $600/mo hydro included, refs reqâ€™d. Avail. Apr. 1st. Call (250)416-0004.

1995 G10 CHEVY cargo vanV-6 Vortec engine. $2500. Call (250)746-8182. 2003 GMC 4x4 SLE- w/matching Leer canopy, excellent cond, must be seen, gently driven, 150,000 km, extra cab, auto, A/C, P/S, P/B, P/W, PDL, tow package. $12,900. Call (250)743-0910.

CROFTON, private entrance, bachelor suite, newly furnished. TV, hydro, W/D. N/S, no pets. Refâ€™s reqâ€™d + DD. (250)246-4192 DOWNTOWN DUNCAN- 1 bdrm suite, w/closed in patio, close to UVI, schools, pool, library, amenities. Hydro & heat incld, $670. NS/NP. 3 refs needed. Quiet clean, responsible tenants only. Avail now. Call 250-709 0720.

Service Directory

Long Term Commercial Lease Required A well established Cowichan non-retail business requires the following for a long term and renewable lease: *ground ďŹ‚oor 2,200+ sq foot ofďŹ ce 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

DUNCAN, 2 bdrm walkout basement suite, avail March 1, hydro, cable, heat incl. $750. Call (250)701-1299

Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

DreamTeam Auto Financing â€œ0â€? Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

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

CARS 2007 FORD Ranger, auto with O/D, 2 wheel drive, 6 cyl, 60,000 Km, nice & clean, $7,799. (250)746-7056 or cell (250-701-7254

DUNCAN- 3 bdrm basement, large, computer room, laundry room, mud room ent. New kitchen. Partly furnished. Carport with workshop. Small fenced front yard. $1250/mo inclds hydro and utils. Phone Ronnie; (250)701-7923. DUNCAN, Avail Mar 1. 1 Bdrm ground level suite, full kitchen, nice backyard, N/S. Central location. 250-748-8104

SUITES, UPPER SHAWNIGAN 2-BDRM. Clean bright & spacious, in Village. below market at $800. NS/NP, W/D. Security system incldâ€™d. Avail. now. Call 250-812-0408.

TOWNHOUSES CRYSTAL CREEK Townhome. Avail March 15th, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, W/D, F/S, D/W, $950/mo+ utilâ€™s. 250-709-2646

â€˜06 Chrysler Sebring Touring Sedan. Just inspected; passed all categories. 2.7L V6, PW/PL, sunroof, fog lamps, A/C, snow tires all around, Satin jade colour 173,000 km. $4000. Call (250)715-1236. 1988 CHEVY Caprice Classic, low mileage, 1 owner. Very beautiful condition, $1500 (Firm). Glass top Kenmore stove, white, $225. Both very nice. Please call (250)7012035. 2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 ďŹ rm. 250-755-5191.

2010 CHEVY SILVERADO 4x4, quad cab, loaded, auto, running boards. 50,000 km, lady driven. $24,000. (250)732-5928

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PAT THE PAINTER Small jobs ok 25 years experience Seniors discount

Call 250-246-0248 PLUMBING A SERVICE PLUMBER. Licence, Insured. Drains, HWT, Renoâ€™s, Repairs. Senior Discounts. After Hour Service. Call Coval Plumbing, 250709-5103.

STUCCO/SIDING STUCCO - Including small jobs and refacing old stucco. Guaranteed. 250-715-5883.

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Trying to keep pace with Cowichan a pointless exercise McGeachy rugby: New players step up their efforts to support the returning cast Don Bodger

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owichan Secondary Schoolâ€™s senior girlsâ€™ rugby team always plays well in the Joe McGeachy memorial high school tournament because it has such a special signiÂżcance to the program. Never mind being hard to beat, Cowichan didnâ€™t even relinquish a single point in this yearâ€™s tournament while going 3-0. â€œThe team was very eager to start the season,â€™â€™ noted Cowichan coach Brad Skene. â€œWe graduated half our starting lineup from last year and it is through the hard work of our younger players that we have been able to replace them. â€œThere are high expectations for

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the Grade 12s, who must raise the level of their play and take on leadership roles. I have been very pleased with their efforts in training and performance in the games. â€œWhen we start our season, I am always worried to see how the squad, especially the newest members, will react to contact. I was very pleased with our tackling and winning the ball in on the ground. Players were assertive and aggressive.â€™â€™ Cowichan romped to 38-0 and 37-0 victories in pool play over Alberni and Ladysmith, respectively. Leah Theobald, the tournamentâ€™s MVP, started things off with a bang by scoring three tries against Alberni and kicking four conversions. Allie White also had three tries in the game. Theobald had two more tries and

a conversion against Ladysmith. Single tries were added by Darien Hobday, Sam Jory, Britnie Hearsey, Hannah Morten and White. Brentwood College topped the other pool by beating Vanier 17-5 and Walnut Grove 35-0. In the Âżnal, Cowichan blanked Brentwood 13-0. Hearsey and Theobald scored tries, with Alison Franks kicking a penalty goal. Skene praised Brentwood for its efforts in the Âżnal. â€œThey were physical and fast,â€™â€™ he noted. â€œIt took everything we had to get the win.â€™â€™ Skene got everyone in his lineup into the action during the tournament. Cowichan heads to Brentwood Friday for an exhibition rematch and then plays at Alberni next Wednesday in a league game.

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Smash mouth routine by Cowichanâ€™s Allie White gets Alberni defender Leah Kumagai out of the way during the 11th-annual Joe McGeachy memorial rugby tournament at the Cowichan Rugby Club Friday. Cowichan went undefeated in three games and didnâ€™t allow a point.

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Cowichan just Äve points off the lead in girls’ team standings at provincials

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to Alberni’s leading 39. Carson Graham broke a deadlock with Port Moody and St. Thomas More by having more wrestlers with higher placings after all three schools tallied 33 points. Smithers and Kamloops tied for sixth with 28 points each. Sentinel (25), North Kamloops (22) and Elphinstone (18)

rounded out the top 10. W. J. Mouat of Abbotsford had the most points on the boys’ side with 61. Lord Tweedsmuir was next with 49 followed by St. Thomas More (44), Charles Tupper (43), Rick Hansen and Alberni (38), Queen Elizabeth (37), M.E.I. (31), Yale (28) and Tamanawis (25).

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owichan put on a great show to match the talent during the provincial high school wrestling championships. Cowichan Arena was transformed into a giant wrestling venue for two days of competition Friday and Saturday. Everything went off without a hitch thanks to the great attention to detail by the Cowichan Valley Wrestling Club’s organizing committee. “It met my expectations what I thought it was going to be like and better,’’ said Nick Zuback, head coach of the CVWC and tournament director. “All the of¿cials said to me, ‘thanks, you did a great job,’ one of the best B.C.s.’’ It was gratifying for the organizers to hear those comments and also from so many of the competitors and coaches because they put so much effort into making the championships memorable. “We knew we would put on a good show,’’ said Zuback. “We’ve run a lot of tournaments. We knew we had the key people to put it on. Local sponsors and support from the community was great.’’ The host club had four members in

the ¿nals, representing three different schools. Cowichan’s Maegan Kuruvita, Claremont’s Nolan Mitchell and Dover Bay’s Faye Tuck were all winners of their respective classes while Hannah Lauridsen placed a close second. “I would have liked more matches,’’ Kuruvita said of her 64 kg girls’ class. “It wasn’t till six o’clock at night (Friday) was my ¿rst match.’’ She had two matches Friday and one Saturday to wrap up her title. Many of Kuruvita’s friends were there to cheer her on for one of the rare times at such a big competition in her hometown. “It was nice,’’ she said. “It was close to home and everything was easy to get to.’’ Other newcomers and experienced wrestlers alike from Cowichan schools were prominent in their events. Provincial champions for the girls’ classes were: Shay-Lynn Steiger (Salmon Arm, 40 kg); Jordon Bodnar (Alberni, 43 kg); Alex Schell (Smithers, 47 kg); Faye Tuck (Dover Bay, 51 kg); Ashley Osachuck (Timberline, 54 kg); Cholena Horne (Carson, 57 kg); Brandy Perry (Carson, 60 kg); Maegan Kuruvita (Cowichan, 64 kg); Piva Larissa (South Kamloops, 69 kg); Adrienne Lu (Sentinel, 75 kg); Payten Smith (Maple Ridge, 90 kg) and Amanda Laroque (Nor-

kam, 90+ kg). Provincial champions for the boys’ classes were: Yo Romah (Charles Tupper, 38 kg); Navdeep Toor (Eugene Reimer, 41 kg); Nolan Mitchell (Claremont, 45 kg); Oscar Bulaquui (St. Thomas, 48 kg); Jesse Wagner (Alberni, 51 kg); Dave Sharma (M.E.I., 54 kg); Matt Dignan (Yale, 57 kg); Amrit Benning (Mouat, 60 kg); Dallan Bhatti (Windsor, 63 kg); Matthew Cheung (Sentinel, 66 kg); Justin Gill (Rick Hansen, 70 kg); Jaskarn Ranu (Lord Tweedsmuir, 74 kg); Nishan Randhawa (Mouat, 78 kg); Jobanjit Phulka (Rick Hansen, 84 kg); Daman Bilen (Queen Elizabeth, 90 kg); Paul Sahota (Tamanawis, 110 kg); and Amar Dhesi (Burnaby Central, 110+ kg). “You’re building and working so hard to get ready for this event, now it’s over,’’ said Zuback. “You can look back and say what an experience it was.’’

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Gripping wrestling matches, clockwise from above left: Rayne Hankins of Cowichan tangles with Liveen Sidhu of St. Thomas in a Friday match; Hannah Lauridsen of Cowichan makes a great push but Änishes second to Brandy Perry of Carson Graham in the championship Änal of the girls’ 60-kilogram Saturday; Maegan Kuruvita of Cowichan wins her 64 kg gold medal match over Bailey Durning of Alberni Saturday; and Andrea Morris of Cowichan tries to get out of a tough spot against Jordan Bodnar of Alberni in a Friday preliminary match.

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nce the Cowichan Thunderbirds lost to Oak Bay Friday in the Island AAA senior boys’ basketball tournament, fate was taken out of their own hands. Cowichan still fully expected to get back into the third-place game with a win which it did and then the team could zero in on making it to a potential challenge game for the second Island berth into the provincial championships. But that didn’t happen. Cowichan was upset 70-52 by Belmont Saturday at Mount Douglas, but it turned out a victory in that game wouldn’t have mattered. Claremont pulled the shocker by knocking off Oak Bay 61-52 in the Island ¿nal. That meant Cowichan would not have earned the right to challenge anyway because it already lost during the tournament to Oak Bay. “Claremont lost to Oak Bay during the season every single time they played,’’ said Cowichan’s Jerod Dorby. Oddities are almost a given at the Island tournament and this was no exception. Everything started out going according to plan for all the teams but didn’t ¿nish that way. Cowichan certainly planned to be more competitive than it was during a 6737 thrashing from Oak Bay. And, after hanging on to defeat Spectrum 64-59, the end of the season came in a 70-52 loss to Belmont. “It was such a weird feeling that the season was done,’’ said Dorby, who was named a ¿rst-team all-star and the top defensive player in the tournament. “It was a combination of things. We were tired.’’ Dorby thought the team rallied well after Sandeep Heer stepped down as coach and Ronnie Doman took over. “We de¿nitely did the best we could with that,’’ Dorby said. “We did amazing the whole season with that whole change. But it wasn’t enough.’’ In the end, the team just hit dry spells at inopportune times. “The ball just wouldn’t go in the net,’’ said Dorby. “We couldn’t buy a bucket.’’ Cowichan opened the tournament with a solid 71-58 win over host Mount Douglas Thursday, with Cyrus Gray hitting for 17 points. Dorby and second-team tournament all-star Andrew Larson had 16 points apiece and

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Sky high try by the Cowichan T-Birds’ Andrew Larson draws attention from Harrison Mar and Ashton MacKinnon of Mount Doug Thursday in Victoria. Cowichan led 21-18 after the Ärst quarter, 38-29 at the half, 51-47 after the third, and won 71-58. Braydon Aumen added a dozen. Nine points each by Larson and Dorby was the best Cowichan could manage against Oak Bay. “They’re actually such a good team,’’ said Dorby. Gray recorded 19 points with seven rebounds in the Spectrum win. Dorby (17), Larson (13) and Aumen (10) were also in double digits. The loss to Belmont was de¿nitely a heartbreaker, as the Grade 12 players on the team completed their high school careers. Dorby ¿nished with 18 points and 13 rebounds while Larson netted 14 points. Oak Bay and Belmont played a challenge game Tuesday for the second Island berth in the provincials behind champion Claremont.

Shylayne Davidson Shylayne Davidson comes by her talents naturally. Davidson, a Grade 12 student at Cowichan Secondary School who turns 18 on March 17, is the third member of her family to play field hockey. She’s also part of the current crop of players following the valley’s long tradition of producing great field hockey talent. “We’re really lucky, Cowichan has a lot to bring to us,’’ said Davidson. “We can develop a lot more than other places because we have so much offered.’’ Davidson started playing in Cowichan’s spring league at the age of 10. She’s progressed from there each year and has a huge repertoire that now includes three years of indoor, ladies’ league, regionals, spring league hockey and a stint with the Cowichan Secondary team that finished second in the province last fall. Davidson really enjoyed her time in the high school program and “it’s hard to take in that is my last year,’’ she said. Davidson was a figure skater from the age of two up to nine and then got into soccer and field hockey about the same time. “I think that was my big one,’’ she said of soccer accentuating her field hockey. “They’re very similar.’’

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BCHONDA.COM Bi-weekly leasing only available on 48- and 60-month terms. Limited time lease offer based on a new 2013 Fit LX with manual transmission available through Honda Financial Services (HFS), on approved credit. *Representative lease example based on a new 2013 Fit LX with manual transmission 2.99% lease APR for 60 months (130 bi-weekly lease payments in total). Bi-weekly payment is $89 (excludes $1,495 freight & PDI), with $0 down payment, $1,495 freight & PDI, $0 security deposit and ďŹ rst payment due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $11,700. License, insurance, registration, options and applicable fees, duties, levies and taxes are extra. 24,000-kilometre allowance. Excess km charge of $0.08/km. Offer ends April 30, 2013 and is subject to change or cancellation without notice. Dealer may lease for less. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. While quantities last. Visit honda.ca or your local Honda dealer for details. ÂŠ 2013 Honda Canada Inc.

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