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Cowichan man found himself in a sticky situation Saturday evening when his car went up in Àames in the Glenora area. The driver of the 1999 Ford Taurus steered the vehicle to the corner of Glenora and Eagle Heights Roads when it ran out of gas. “He pulled off to the side of the road, he went and ¿lled up a gas can and put that in, and when he went to turn the engine
Duncan ÄreÄghters attended the scene of this car Äre Saturday evening. No injuries resulted from the blaze. over, the motor started on ¿re is what he said happened,” explained Duncan ¿re chief Mike McKinlay, whose crew attended
the dinner-time blaze. Unfortunately, the car’s owner forgot to grab his bike off the back of the car before it was
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fully engulfed. McKinlay’s crew knocked it down fairly quickly upon their arrival at about 5:30 p.m.
Sod busted at forest museum for visitor centre Regional cooperation: Current infocentre to be vacated Peter W. Rusland
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owichan’s political and business brass did more than break ground for the region’s new $2-million visitor centre Tuesday at the B.C. Forest Discovery Centre. They also unearthed a whole new era of cooperation between ¿ve local chambers of commerce to attract tourists — and coaxed Cowichanians to explore their home turf. George Gates, Duncan-Cowichan chamber’s president, said the south-facing centre — fronting the highway opposite Cowichan Com-
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B.C. Forest Discovery Centre president Steve Lorimer (left), North Cowichan Mayor Jon Lefebure, Cowichan Bay director Lori Iannidinardo, Duncan Mayor Phil Kent, chamber president George Gates, and Cowichan Tribes’ Councillor Lester Joe break ground Tuesday for Cowichan’s $2-million visitor centre. mons mall — will “centralize” local chambers into visitor services, and hopefully herald regional visitor-services’ teamwork.
“One group should be running visitor services in the Cowichan Valley, not ¿ve. All areas of the valley have to work together to de-
velop a regional strategy for visitor services,” said Gates. “Explore the valley’ has been our tag lines,” he told a crowd in B.C. Forest Discovery Centre’s lobby before sod-turning with gold spades. “Get ‘em here, and keep ‘em here.” Cowichan Tribes elder Lester Joe agreed. “I hope Cowichan Tribes is a big part of this.” So did mayors Jon Lefebure and Phil Kent. “This centre’s an example of regional contribution to something of value to all of us,” said Lefebure. North Cowichan’s ratepayers rolled $325,000 into the wooden, barn-style centre. It’ll boast of¿ce space, totem poles, interactive displays, plus Cowichan maps and brochures, by the 2014 tourist season. more on page 5
nvasive species washing ashore on Japanese tsunami junk have Cowichan’s MP demanding a federal counterattack. “I’d like to see the federal government designate one go-to place, and for people to contact,” NDP member Jean Crowder said. She’s not impressed with action so far from Conservative environment minister Peter Kent regarding the debris affecting Nitinat Lake sitting in Crowder’s riding. “I want the feds to step up and work with the provincial government to identify what resources are required.” Those resources could help collect tons of seaborne garbage from Japan’s March 2011 earthquake tsunami. Aside from solid stuff, such as Styrofoam, some scientists fear invasives — such as native kelp-killing wakame kelp, aquaculture-fouling sea squirt tunicate, plus an oyster-killing parasite — are landing on West Coast shores. They could potentially cause ecological and economic catastrophe in B.C., and elsewhere in the Paci¿c Northwest. “The federal government’s not doing enough,” Crowder told the News Leader Pictorial Tuesday. “They’ve been working with coastal First Nations, so if they see any potential aquatic invaders, they’re supposed to report them to the Department of Fisheries & Oceans.” Enter cross-jurisdictional arguments. “The province is actually responsible for the shoreline, and intertidal zones, but the feds have responsibility for the marine environment, but not the shoreline. “They have a tsunami-debris coordination committee with the province, the feds, local governments and volunteers,” said Crowder, “but there isn’t a lot of money available for the cleanup.” She didn’t have federal cleanup-funding ¿gures “but it’s not enough.” Folks can report large debris to the Coast Guard “but they need a protocol for retrieval and disposal.” “It’s not like people didn’t know this problem was coming, and now the volume is being magni¿ed.” Add invasive Àora and fauna. “We already have that experience on the island with things like Scotch broom, and the damage that happens when invasive species take hold,” said Crowder. She’d like to debate the debris and invasive-species crises in Parliament when the House reopens Monday. “It’s been raised already. I’m not sure if I can get it on the agenda, but maybe someone else will raise it,” she said, discounting action from Kent. “They don’t let Peter Kent answer many questions — the Tories don’t answer the questions anyway.” Invasives and big debris can be reported to DisasterDebris@noaa.gov.
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Closing Alex Aitken not an option, say central parents Three-hour meeting: Beefs heard about cuts to programs, declining enrollments, and school inequities Peter W. Rusland
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eep Alex Aitken Elementary School open, boost student enrollment numbers, hike funding for therapy programs, and lobby Victoria for more money. Those demands were voiced by central-area parents and teachers to Cowichan school-board brass during Saturday’s vocally constructive meeting that packed Quamichan Middle School’s gym. Hot seats were warmed by chief trustee Mike McKay, superintendent Joe Rhodes, and secretary-treasurer Bob Harper. They must slash some $3.7 million from Cowichan’s 2013-14 school budget whose preliminary funding envelope arrives March 15. Hence public meetings in Cowichan’s four zones for feedback on options for cutting bucks and maximizing ef¿ciencies for our 7,700 pupils. Central-zone options span changing the existing model, offering $527,000 in savings; rejigging to a Grade 6 to 8 middle-school model for $457,000 in savings; or creating a K to Grade 7/Grade 8 to 12 elementary-secondary school con¿guration, tapping $1.01 million in savings. The existing model sees K to Grade 6 as elementary school, Grade 7 to 9 as middle, and Grades 10 to 12 as secondary. All three options would see Koksilah or Alexander schools shut. Option one and two would close Somenos school. Option two would axe Alex Aitken. All options gather more kids in various central schools left open. Folks sympathized with the board’s catch-22 situation involving dropping student numbers — spelling less per-student funding, now at about $7,000 — rising operating bills, reductions in crucial programs, and imbalances in school populations. Some imbalances stem from B.C. rules letting kids attend schools outside their neighbourhood catchment area. For example, Alex Aitken, called by some the best school in Cowichan, is four students overcapacity; Alexander elementary has 238 unused capacity; Khowhemun elementary is 116 in unused capacity. Leveling funding and “right-sizing” schools for Cowichan’s 7,700
pupils won’t be easy, stressed an affable McKay. “We have to get to a place where there’s a foundation to grow,” he said, recognizing trends such as low First Nations student graduation rates, needed trades, and early intervention programs such as reading. Grandparent Roger Dosman was upset there’s just 14 hours of therapy help for some 350 SD79 kids. “By age eight or 10, the damage is done. We expect total success for every child, and schools should get a fair shake.” That’s hard, explained McKay, when about 91% of the board’s current $73-million annual operating budget goes to staff and teacher wages. But coming cuts will see about $192,000 carved from board of¿ce staff through attrition, retirements, redirection and more, McKay explained. Parents demanded a long-term plan from the board handcuffed by inability to hike local taxes, or ability to run a de¿cit — a stand that saw SD79’s former trustees ¿red and replaced by McKay. Still, Dosman wanted McKay to hand Victoria another red-ink budget to underline funding shortages. McKay refused, noting Victoria will ask what answers local folks found. Meanwhile, Liz Compton insisted “it’s all about the kids. After they cut more and more, how can the board ensure success?” McKay and Harper stressed painful picks now mean more dollars for pupil programs. “It becomes a degree of putting money into facilities or programs: we can’t do both,” said Harper. Murray Villiers explained Cowichan’s sinking enrollments are unnecessary, complaining provincial funds for private schools should be stopped, and given to public schools. While most agreed on more money per student, Rhodes noted “a signi¿cant population in SD 79 doesn’t attend the nearest school” creating inequities. Still, Leah Smith insisted Alex Aitken is special as a magnet school. “Each community is unique and has unique needs and demographics,” agreed McKay, focused on highest quality of educational returns. He noted 20% of locals head to school outside Cowichan, dunking enrollments and wilting local schools.
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Kate Schneider’s sign speaks for many Saturday at Quamichan Middle School where folks told school-board brass to creatively boost sagging enrollment numbers and increase crucial programs. Staff is mulling ways to counteract that trend with trades programs, arts options and more. Heather Lawrence said threats of school closures dash make student con¿dence. “Kids thrive on structure and routine.” Louise Vaillancourt said breaking apart popular magnet schools is wrong; Carrie Bradshaw demanded the board’s long-term plan. But McKay said the board doesn’t know Victoria’s ¿ve-year funding ¿gure. “The ¿nding formula needs to be addressed because it was built in a time of growth.”
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Melody Marat tells school board brass middle-school Grade 6 to 8 students may be vulnerable to problems in a high school setting such as Frances Kelsey.
rances Kelsey Secondary’s self-paced program took a beating during Saturday afternoon’s public meeting probing south Cowichan’s educational options. The three-hour session in George Bonner Middle School’s gym gave an earful about safety and effectiveness of Kelsey’s program — and other classroom worries — to schoolboard boss Mike McKay and his brass wrenching $3.7 million from Cowichan’s 2013-14 budget.
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South-end meeting: Options to shift French immersion and close Ecole Mill Bay mulled “What would you do in these circumstances?” McKay humbly asked some 200 parents, students, and teachers. He stressed no decisions have been made about restructuring schools and programs in district 79’s four zones. But the board must cook its cost-saving plan by May toward next year’s operational pressures stoked by a $73-million budget from Victoria. “And we don’t get to mess with
contracts,” McKay noted of staff and teachers paid 91 cents per $1 of his board’s purse of per-student funding. “The biggest impact in this district is teachers’ salaries and bene¿ts,” said Karyne Bailey. Phaedra Fairwell backed plans to pull $192,000 from the board of¿ce budget. “I’d like less cuts affecting our kids; we have a lot of senior administration. Think outside the box — some of their duties could be done in the
schools.” Stretching dollars amid dipping enrollments means adopting all or parts of two south-end options aired Saturday. The middle-school model — saving $361,000 — involves kindergarten to Grade 5 classed as elementary, Grade 6 to 8 as middle school students, and Grade 9 to 12 as secondary. The elementary-secondary option, saving $944,000, sees K to Grade 7 as elementary; Grade 8 to 12 secondary. Both options would close Ecole Mill Bay Elementary. more on page 7
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Satellite infocentre for south Cowichan?
Jan Campbell of the choral group Brenda’s Brats shows off her bowling form at the annual Big Brothers Big Sisters Bowl For Kids Sake fundraising event, celebrating 100 years of Mentoring in Canada, on Sunday, March 3 at Duncan Lanes. A total of $18,500 was raised from the event. Andrew Leong
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Those bucks twin $666,500 from the Islands Coastal Economic Trust, $400,000 from Duncan-Cowichan chamber, UBCM’s $115,000, $150,000 in federal and provincial gas taxes, $293,000 from Cowichan’s regional tax coffers, and $50,000 from Duncanites. City Mayor Kent, an ICE-T member, cheered the fruits of some Âżve years of labour in siting, planning, designing the centre that’s unofÂżcially following a LEED environmental design. He also pointed to ICE-T cash for local projects spanning Kinsol Trestle’s restoration, Cowichan Bay’s docks and nature centre, plus Craig Street’s revitalization. Councillor Al Siebring said the centre’s $2 million of taxpayers’ dough is money well spent promoting “the whole region, rather than all the (local) governance pieces at odds with one another.â€? Geoff Millar, Economic Development Cowichan manager, signalled he’s ready to help create — with regional board and chamber direction — the regional visitor strategy. “It’s a no-brainer. We didn’t want to come along heavy handed — the chambers have to make this happen.â€? Chamber leaders might also plan a south Cowichan satellite infocentre along, say, the Malahat. “I’d love to see that,â€? Millar said. So would Joe. “People are coming from both ends of the island. If they’re travelling north to this (forest museum) centre, they’ve already passed (Duncan).â€?
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Most folks seemed to accept shifting French immersion to Bonner, and Cobble Hill elementary, and Cowichan and Kelsey secondary — likely accommodating a dual-track system of English and Français instruction. Steve Farquarson noted his daughter with special needs is doing well in French immersion. McKay said kids are basically adaptable, and staff will make changes work for most pupils. Still, Ecole teacher Valerie Robinson said French immersion is unique. “If we have to break up school communities, the
kind of learning environment we foster can’t easily be done in a dual-track system.” Other parents wanted clearer policies about late French immersion instruction. But nerves got gnarled about sending younger kids to high-school settings. “Grade 6 to 8 kids are very vulnerable,” said Melody Marat. Chris Keen said stories she hears about Kelsey “aren’t nice.” “We don’t feel our daughter would survive Kelsey,” Keen said, citing dirt and disrepair at the famed self-paced school. “I’ll take my children to another district.” Mandy DeFields said her
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daughter’s apprehensive about attending Kelsey. “I’ve heard 10 years of dissatisfaction with Kelsey’s self-paced model.” One dad questioned if middle school kids are up to high-school setting speed. Superintendent Joe Rhodes agreed the board must explore how more and younger pupils would work in near-capacity Kelsey. McKay was surprised and concerned about issues surrounding Kelsey, saying safety issues must always be handled despite restructuring. “People must always raise these issues with staff.”
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Fictional Darkest Valley needs to be talked about Worth reading: Book a rare fictional exploration of some unpalatable local issues
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he mere fact local author Rick Dewhurst’s latest book The Darkest Valley talks about the Cowichan News Leader Pictorial and features its ¿ctional editor as one of its main characters, was guaranteed to attract our attention on its own. But when you realize he’s delving into some of Cowichan’s most sensitive subjects, including racism, we realized this was not just a local book release, but a bold and brave move from an author who’d previously published pulp mystery novels. the interview for the piece Author asking onDuring the book, Dewhurst made it crystal us to examine clear he was ready to take blame for any controversy, but also had no regrets for things we bringing the issues to the forefront. Dewhurst isn’t unjust for thinking racdon’t want to ism is still an issue residing in the Warm Land. There are still cold, bitter thoughts and attitudes from both sides of the fence. Despite what some thought were huge strides when Cowichan hosted the North American Indigenous Games in 2008, and more recently with several white folks joining with First Nations in Idle No More protests, gaps still exist. There haven’t been any real (“authentic” as Dewhurst likes to put it) community discussions. His exploration of the church’s local failures, of Native fears of being forced to take part in longhouse spiritual rituals, the uneasy truce between races and the easy hypocrisy that colours our community might make Dewhurst’s book a tough read for some. But Darkest Valley is something every Cowichanian should read, if only for the simple sake of opening the mind and mouth on tough subjects. Read, share and talk. It’s as easy as one, two, three.
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The good and the bad of this week in Cowichan This we don’t
This we like With In The Heights, Brentwood College continued its tradition of mounting Broadway-level student shows. Last week’s production had it all — a great set, phenomenal singing and dancing, and high-octane acting. It was all backed by Phil Newns’ great pit orchestra. The only question remains how Brentwood will top this production next year.
Brentwood College delivered another superb production with In The Heights.
We question the wisdom of not placing a high priority on solving the Cowichan River watershed issue til now. The fall is coming all too soon and we don’t want a repeat of a dry Cowichan River affecting salmon spawning and drinking water issues and the water needs of the Crofton mill. We urge the province, the region and Catalyst to act now on recommendations from Saturday.
Righteous mothers remember, All You Need is Love Ashley Degraaf
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have discovered in the mommy universe there is a controversy about just about anything. Breastfeeding, car seats, co-sleeping, sleep training — I wouldn’t be surprised if one started over Cheerios. The latest brouhaha I stumbled on while “When are people scrolling through my newsfeed going to realize there Facebook was on letting babies is more than one cry it out as part of sleeping training. right way.” As much as I wanted to join in on the debate, I couldn’t bring myself to do it. That was mostly because one mother’s comments were getting nasty and borderline cuckoo.
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When I couldn’t stop thinking about the topic, though I knew I had to write about it. Often moms who are experiencing nighttime troubles with their wee ones and who’ve basically tried everything else, resort to what’s called the Ferber Method. There’s a written method available, and books to buy, but basically it involves letting baby cry for say ¿ve minutes, then longer the next night, then a little bit longer and so on it goes. I think it’s a tad silly it has become commercialized. But I do think the method works and in some situations has to be done. We’re not talking letting your newborn cry for hours upon hours here. We’re talking a nine-month-old baby, and we’re talking ¿ve-, 10- and 15-minute intervals of crying. But with anything mommy-related, there are moms who don’t agree, and there are advocate moms who voice their opinions so loudly they drown out other explanations or experiences. For example, from the Facebook debate I
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spoke of, one side said crying it out (CIO) is child cruelty and has longterm emotional effects. Maybe if you were to let your child cry through the night with no comfort at all, OK, then I might agree with that. But for the type of CIO described above, I think that might be going a tad too far. With any household and set of parents, there are a lot of things that can inÀict long-term emotional effects on a child. Parents who frequently ¿ght in front of their child or a mom who loses her cool too often and releases her stress into every situation are two examples. The day after I read the Facebook debate, I created my own post. I stated it was a controversial topic and I thought I’d write about it in my next column. When I logged back in, I wasn’t surprised to see I had several new noti¿cations from friends commenting what they thought of CIO. One comment in particular stuck out for me.
It was from a good friend, Kim Girolami. In essence, she quoted the words of the most famous Beatles song, and the message behind my all-time favourite movie, I Am Sam: all you need is love. “Everything about parenting is controversial,” said Girolami. “When are people going to realize there is more than one right way? “Obviously there are some things that are totally wrong but there are a whole lot of ‘right’ ways. Love your kids and everything will be ¿ne.” Now if only Kim could be there to mediate all mommy controversies....
Ashley Degraaf is a News Leader Pictorial reporter who writes about family issues here monthly.
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
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Would you pay more local taxes for municipal action on climate change? “Any money spent on extending the green philosophy is money well spent.”
Tom Devereaux, Duncan
“Sure, because the environment needs some big changes. It’s getting pretty ugly out there. I don’t have a car and I’m willing to pay more taxes rather than buying one.”
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Top-heavy CVRD wages out of control
Words fail me as they mock and condemn our police ofÄcers
Dear editor It was comforting to read this paper’s front page last Friday where Josh Paterson, executive director of B.C. Civil Liberties Association publicly condemns local police Const. David Pompeo. Paterson courageously demands the RCMP arbitrarily ¿re a man who has given his life to protecting the public, and curiously suggests giving Pompeo the bene¿t of fair treatment and due process is beside the point and a stupid waste of time. Words fail me, almost, as I consider the idea that self-appointed experts like Mr. Paterson are so much more clever than ordinary people such as the judge who absurdly determined that Const. Pompeo acted under duress when he shot an uncooperative suspect who he thought was reaching for a weapon. One can only applaud the work of leaders of such organizations as the BCCLA who, it daily becomes more apparent, have fearlessly dedicated their talents to mocking and condemning police of¿cers and protecting suspected criminals from their victims. How much better and safer our world would be if brave people like Mr. Paterson were given the happy and, apparently, stress-free task of daily dealing with liars, cheats, bullies, thieves, drug pushers, wife beaters, child molesters, and the B.C. Civil Liberties Association. T.T. Spencer
In my opinion: Salary climb out of line
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s the Cowichan Valley Regional District prepares a tax increase of 8% or more, with inÀation under 1%, beleaguered taxpayers are left wondering “How did this happen?” The single largest item in the CVRD budget is staff salaries. Remarkably, information on salaries is not available in the raft of budget information provided by the CVRD. Fortunately, the CVRD is required by law to produce a Public Bodies Report, which gives detailed information on staff salaries and expenses, available on the CVRD website. The bulk of CVRD staff is unionized and has received wage increases of about 2.5% in recent years. This is better than many in the community, especially considering the bene¿ts and job security, but perhaps not embarrassingly out of line. Andrew Leong However the biggest growth in salaries by far has Megan Davis of Duncan, with her baby Kayla, browses through a selection of packaged vegetable seeds from Cripple been at the top end, the group of 34-plus CVRD Creek of Mill Bay at the annual Cobble Hill Seedy Saturday at the Cobble Hill Hall. “exempt staff” who were paid between $75,000 and $178,000 in 2011, the most recent available. this offence average six to 14 years in jail with The amount paid to this group has grown The Duncan area needs more urban dramatically, the maximum sentencing being 14 years. The from $1.6 million in 2007 to $3.4 guidelines do not allow for a conditional sengardeners million in 2011, a whopping 211% increase. This tence, meaning no criminal record at the end of Dear editor is the elephant in the room. The number of people Duncan the sentence. This is because this charge is the It is excellent to see the Cowichan Green in this top group doubled between 2007 and 2011, highest charge next to murder and is sentenced Community giving lessons on vegetable and they all received generous pay increases. By in a serious light. No justiÄcation for this convicted growing to the general public. They are by no comparison, the amount paid CVRD staff earning This response from the RCMP is outlandmeans the ¿rst urban farmers in the valley. I for under $75,000 grew only 13% for the same period. criminal on the public payroll ish for in its own hiring requirements no one one have produced vegetables for my Duncan A CVRD human resources manager wrote Dear editor with a criminal record can be accepted for Market stall for the past ¿ ve years and feel no me that “for the past few years the increases for RCMP Superintendent Norm McPhail certhe Mounties. It follows that anyone getting a competition from the CGC Initiative. exempt employees have been identical to those retainly is carrying on the tarnished tradition of criminal conviction while on the force can no I have cleared my large residential lot by ceived by all other employee groups.” That would the RCMP by stating convicted criminal David longer remain there. Sentencing at this point is hand with mattock and axe and have seen a mean increases of about 2.5% a year, or slightly Pompeo will remain on the RCMP. He says not relevant. This man is a convicted criminal steady increase in productivity. The loss of over 10% over a four year period. However, the quote: “There is nothing in the judgment that who shot a man with no justi¿cation. bush land has been compensated by the inPublic Bodies Report tells a different story. causes the RCMP to change his duty status.” I do not see justi¿cation for paying for this crease in depth and development of my hedge • Corporate manager $147,290, up 19% Well I read Judge JosiahWoods judgement man’s expensive top lawyer nor do I see why • Development manager $137,941, up 27.6% now and the saplings of maple and walnut, and found Mr. Pompeo was convicted of a his $85,000-plus salary should continue. He • Parks and rec manager $130,562, up 32.8% the latter planted by industrious squirrels. criminal offence, one of aggravated assault should have been suspended without pay when Wonderfully organic seed potatoes I sold last • Engineering manager $132,952, up 30.3% on a citizen of British Columbia. Mr. Pompeo he was charged. The public should not have • Parks and trails manager, $101,700, up 33.9% year brought back delighted customers in the is awaiting sentencing on this conviction and paid for his lawyer. Good for The B.C. Civil • Finance manager $102,872, up 26.7% late summer. It is not dif¿cult to produce vegwill do so as long as his publicly paid lawyer • Community planning manager $113,361, up 32% Rights Association for demanding this man be etables, the challenge is to maximize return by Rav Hira can delay the sentencing. It took • Water management manager $106,200, up 24.6% dealt with by the Mounties and kicked off the developing healthy soil structures. I have three more than three years for this offence to get • Corporate secretary, $105,419, up 21.4% public payroll. composts 10 feet square and ¿ve feet tall. to be heard and now we will see how long it • Administrator, $178,615 (2007 unavailable) Larry Woodruff The ¿rst step is to get going and plant. will take the crown to set a date for sentencThe report details similar increases for most of Shawnigan Observe, ask questions, research and make ing. Sentencing guidelines in this province for the 34 “exempt staff.’’ And this doesn’t include growing adjustments and you will develop a expenses, employee bene¿ts, and good penLakes L aren’t for us to tamper with healthy, delicious, active hobby. Good eating travel sions, which increase in cost as salaries rise. and see you at the outstanding Duncan Farmers Dear D editor Apparently, pay increases of “2.5% a year” aren’t Don’t let them change the level of Cowichan Market. quite the whole story for the top staff. The CVRD Ben Buss L Lake. They did that to Shawnigan Lake and tries to explain this, citing “merit increases” and Duncan “Should the Canadian senate be abolished?” oour lake is dying because all our natural water “expanded responsibilities” and the like, but this You answered: (72 votes) bbushes that cleaned our water died because is simply not a credible explanation for such large tthey never come out of water. Stop playing increases to so many top staff. More letters online 84 per cent YES ggod and let nature do what it has done forever Our elected directors have the power to stop the bbefore us humans interfered and screwed with To vote on the next Question of the Week, log onto the excessive wages from continuing to grow. DirecAlso, read fresh stories every day and share w water levels. web poll at www.cowichannewsleader.com tors have approved these increases, year after year. your thoughts immediately through the comShelagh S Bell-Irving, Shawnigan Lake Whether the directors knew what they were doing, ments function. comments c submitted at cowichannewsleader.com or simply didn’t bother to look beyond the smoke at cowichannewsleader.com screen provided by CVRD management, is an open question. The 2013 budget is set to be approved tonight. 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y the way, did you hear: • We’ve recently been told two sets of Cowichanians have submitted audition videos for The Amazing Race, Canadian version. Good luck to Katie and Amanda Collison and Heather and Trevor Truhn. • Stacey Dempsey of Duncan is one of the winners of a mini iPad in a national contest put on by Sports Excellence Corporation. Dempsey entered the CCM Stay in the Game and Win contest at Eddy’s Hockey Shop in Duncan. • Congratulations to Debbie Meiner of RE/ MAX of Duncan, who, on Feb. 22 was presented with a prestigious REALTORSCare award by the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board for “outstanding community service and professional leadership.” • And more congratulations to ubiquitous volunteer Robert Bell, who received the Nichole Stock Community Services Award, and Lake Cowichan Summer Nights co-ordinator Mike Bishop, who was named 2012 Citizen of the Year at the Cowichan Lake District Chamber of Commerce annual general meeting, Feb. 21, in Lake Cowichan. • Duncan native (turned ex-pat frequent visitor) Justus Parmar is basking in the warm glow of a Vancouver charity event he just staged that raised more than $200,000 for the Face of Today char-
ity. Parmar, an investment advisor with Macquarie, staged a gala with a Great Gatsby theme that attracted attention from The Province, National Post, Business in Vancouver, Hello Magazine and others. • Cowichan Valley Green Party chairwoman Cynthia Montgomery tells us Tamara Leigh has been picked as campaign manager for candidate Kerry Davis in the upcoming May provincial election. • Although she is already busy pursuing her post-secondary academic studies at the Kelowna campus of the University of B.C., 2012 grad Jorden Matson returned to Lake Cowichan Secondary School on Feb. 18 to receive the Governor General’s Academic Medal for 20112012 from school principal, Nicole Boucher for graduating with the highest grade point average from the school. • We hear from Discovery Elementary secretary Heather Lavender that the school’s SPCA Club recently held a poster contest. Winners were Brynn Birtwistle (second, intermediate), Rylan Ross (¿rst, primary) and Destany Yuill (¿rst, intermediate). 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. We’d love to spread the word.
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obble Hill Elementary School has immersed itself in Aboriginal culture since January. Andrew Leong The school embraced a Cobble Hill Elementary Grade 5 students Kayla Fortin and Taysha McCuaig-Jones display a button project called Hand in Hand blanket. With Our Elders, with students learning all about the to how it became part of their economy and contributed importance of knitting and wool to the Cowichan people. as a way of life for many. The world-famous Cowichan “We have investigated the history of wool and knitting sweater has been the crux of the project.’’ from pre-contact with Europeans to the development The project culminated Thursday with a special of knitting within the Cowichan community and the celebration day of Aboriginal Culture and Heritage for advancement of technology,’’ noted Cobble Hill Elemen- students and guests. tary School principal Karen Petersen in a press release. Khowhemun Elementary School dancers and honoured “We have looked at how originally weaving, then knit- guests Mary Sam, Cowichan Elder Knitters and Arbutus ting was part of the daily lives of the Cowichan people Ridge volunteers were part of the opening ceremony. Ten Cowichan knitters came to the school to work with students in Grades 3 to 5 to create a patchwork wool quilt and on a button blanket for students in kindergarten through Grade 2. Vancouver Island owned & operated The project at the school has been multi-faceted, Serving both government Petersen added. and private businesses “It has been cross-generational, cross-cultural and Offer your clients/staff healthier choices cross-curricular. We’ve had many volunteers from the “Personalized Service community come regularly to teach students knitting.’’ from a local company” Guests have included artisan knitters John George, Jennifer George and Erica Rice, who put on a full day For more information please visit: of presentations about authentic Cowichan sweaters, www.healthyvendingservices.ca artifacts, spinning wheels and spindle whorls. Email: larry@healthyvendingservices.ca Phone: 250-246-1284 Kim Recalma-Clutesi, a First Nations academic and button blanket expert from Qualicum, did a full-day presentation. Paul O’Brian of Victoria committed to work on a song about the project with the children and wool artist and parent Kristen LeClair spent a day sharing her expertise. “The response from students, staff and the community has been overwhelmingly positive,’’ Petersen raved.
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NEW YEAR ACT NOW! BETTER HEARING Who?
Signs of Hearing Loss Self-Check ✤ Do people sound like they are mumbling? ✤ Do you find it hard to understand in meetings, restaurants and groups? ✤ Are you turning up the volume on the TV or radio? ✤ Are your social activities limited because it is difficult to hear clearly? ✤ Are friends and family repeating themselves?
If you answered yes to any or all of these questions, it is likely time to schedule a hearing assessment.
At Act Hearing and Audiology, you will be seen by the owner, Leslie Peterson, a registered Audiologist with twenty years’ experience. An audiologist is a professional with a Masters’ or Doctorate degree in Audiology, who’s expertise includes the prevention, identification, assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of auditory disorders.
What is new in hearing aid technology? Hearing impaired individuals have a wide array of choices and options available to them. These include the following features: hearing aids that are directional and provide better performance in groups and noisy places, and Bluetooth compatibility to connect with other audio devices including televisions and telephones. In addition, one leading manufacturer has produced optional programming to assist those suffering from tinnitus (ringing in the ears). Leslie will work with you to select the most appropriate options for your lifestyle and hearing issues.
Where do I start? The first step is a complete hearing assessment. From there Leslie will explain the results of the testing with you and make recommendations based on these results. This may include a referral to your primary care physician, future testing or a trial with hearing instruments.
When is the right time to get started? If you suspect you have a hearing impairment, or if friends and family have commented on your hearing ability, the time to get started is now. It is ideal to detect and address a hearing impairment early, to remain engaged and enjoying the things you love to do. In addition, individuals who begin the process earlier, often find it easier to adjust to amplification.
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• • • LOOKING GOOD IN COWIChAN • • • • • • • • • • • • • Around town in the local fashion world: Hilary Else will be selling her latest selection of hand-dyed/ hand-made Merino Wool clothing at the Duncan Garage on Saturday, March 23 from noon to 3 p.m.
Lake Cowichan Secondary School grad fashion show: Friday, March 15, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The school’s grad class is behind the annual show, with proceeds going to Curt Knippelberg, who’s raising funds before he undergoes brain surgery. The event takes place at the school gym and admission is a $2 donation. Contact: 250-749-6612.
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he 85th Academy Awards were held on February 24th and once again I waited eagerly eagerl for my favourite part of the whole debacle – the red ca carpet arrivals. If fashion is your game, then you’ll know the Oscars are about more tthan awards — it’s all about tthe fashion. Strap Strapless, mermaid shape gowns seem to be the go-to for any a-list actress strutting
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her stuff at an awards show this year. Perhaps it’s the Àattering silhouette they adore so much, or maybe it’s the notion that by dressing in a classic manner, they will remain forever chic in the eyes of fashionistas to come. Whatever the reason is, mermaid is the shape of the year, perhaps even of the decade thus far. Amy Adams, Jennifer Lawrence, Jessica Chastain, Charlize Theron, Jennifer Aniston, Kirsten Stewart and Reese Whitherspoon are just a handful of the big names that donned the shape at this years oscars.org
Hall Halle Berry and Jennifer Lawrence show off their red carpet fashion in some of the many shots available at the ofÄcial website of the Oscars. som Anne Ann Hathaway is featured on Page 15.
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There’s no doubt about it these starlets looked good. Those gowns were all beautifully crafted, and in detail they would knock a girl’s socks off, but there was something missing from this years Oscars. I couldn’t help but wonder what happened to the days of experimenting with one’s style. Remember when Sharon Stone wore a Gap t-shirt with couture or when Cher bared it all in practically her bikini? The days when Gwyneth forgot to wear her bra to the Oscars or Diane Keaton wore a three piece suit are all to be forgotten. It’s that kind of spontaneity that seems to be missing from red carpet fashion nowadays and it’s also the
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Name: Gemma. Age: 18. Occupation: Retail sales associate Passion: I love horseback riding but I don’t have a true passion yet. What inspires you most: My mother ingredient that once made the Oscars so much My style is best described as: Eclectic fun to witness. and classic. I don’t so much like a certain The Academy Awards have become a style as I do certain pieces from different bit of a red-carpet ¿asco fuelled by money styles. My style icon is: My sister and Marilyn and branding. It’s true that some of the top Monroe. designer brands will pay actresses to wear Today I am wearing: Betsey Johnson their gowns on the red carpet. And while I jacket, my sister’s hand-me-down jeans don’t blame them (hey, I’d walk down the and Dkode shoes. red carpet naked for a few hundred grand) it My favourite piece of clothing is: I seems to be taking the fun out of red-carpet couldn’t ever pick just one, I love all of dressing. What these beautiful actresses my clothing so much, but dresses are my would do without a stylist or a top designer favourite thing to wear. dressing them is what I would love to see. To be stylish one must always: Feel Heaven forbid, she would probably end up on confident and happy and love what they a worst dressed list but at least we’d see some are wearing.
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Colourful sneakers In vogue: Flat shoes make a comeback in a very big way Àats, but it’s sneakers that are taking the win this season. For the last year the style has slowly trickled down igh heel haters into mainstream fashrejoice, because Àat ion. The trend initially shoes are back in a started when French very big way. And not just your ordinary fashion designer Isabel Marant launched her wedge sneaker (a classic looking king trainer-likee running shoe with a concealed heell to add height and lengthen your look while feeling as comfortable as ever.) Not long after, designers like Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors, and DKNY followed suit with their own version of the pumped-up leg-lengthener. Slowly but surely, these high-heeled concoctions have Eliza Faulkner given women the High top wedge shoes are from Skechers, above. Far right, green Åow- con¿dence to pair their favourite ery shoes are Josef Seibel. trainers with just Eliza Faulkner
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A bit of cheek combines with some ceramic beauty this month at Imagine That! The downtown Duncan artists’ Co-op features the painted furniture and whimsical sculpted characters of Robin Millan mixed with the delicate ceramic work of Sandi Madsen. Millan handpaints reclaimed furniture, beautiful glass stemware, and keeps people chuckling
with “A Bit of Cheek” — a series of fun-loving, chunky, naked ladies. She also works with hydrostone, creating three-dimensional castings and wall hangings of her original sculptures. “I want people to look at my work and smile. There are other things to be serious about. I don’t want my stuff to be one of them.’” Madsen, meanwhile, continues the traditions
she learned as a child through her own art work. “I create each piece individually, no two are exactly the same, and I follow it through the process from a lump of clay or a piece of cloth, to when it emerges as a beautiful creation.’’ The show runs until March 30. Imagine That! is open between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at 251 Craig Street. For more, call 250-748-6776.
Into the Darkest Valley New novel: Cowichan author explores the darker side of his home Ashley Degraaf
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ometimes all it takes is for one person to step forward to start dif¿cult discussions. In essence, that’s exactly what local author Rick Dewhurst is doing. Dewhurst recently ¿ne-tuned and published a draft of a book he wrote nearly 23 years ago on which features many heavy topics, including what he says is simmering racism between whites and First Nations in Duncan. The ¿ctional piece called The Darkest Valley sees the lives of a Christian pastor, Cowichan News Leader editor, and First Nations teen intertwine to paint a dark picture of lingering racism and cultural and religious barriers. “It’s the story of the Cowichan Valley,” said Dewhurst, also a pastor at Duncan’s downtown City Gate church. “And this is a story that needed to be told, just one observing Cowichan’s culture.” Dewhurst’s been living Cowichan life for 45 years — 18 of those in his current role as the pastor of City Gate Church, and previous years as a News Leader Pictorial sports editor. He wrote the ¿rst draft of Darkest
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Novelist Rick Dewhurst has lived in Cowichan for 45 years and has spent about half that time developing The Darkest Valley, his Äctional exploration of the darker side of the community’s personality. Valley in 1990. “The issues were front-and-centre for me then,” said Dewhurst, noting, ironically the topic of racism is still very much prevalent today. Dewhurst submitted the ¿rst go at Darkest Valley to publishers not long after he wrote it, but after rejection, decided to toss it aside and move on. Meanwhile he published three other works — the mystery genre novels Bye Bye Bertie (2010), My Fear Lady (2010), and The Good Book Club (2011). But Dewhurst couldn’t let Darkest Valley fade to black. And just as he couldn’t let his thoughts of the local racism go either, he picked up the stagnant draft and revived it. “It felt sort of cold and distant, so I added some life to it and added more
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The main message from the book is found in a sermon the ¿ctional pastor gives about forgiveness after much grief due to his congregation deciding to get rid of him, and the revelation his wife Ruby holds a secret. Forgiveness reÀects as well on Dewhurst’s racial and religious anecdotes. “There must be forgiveness all around and there also must be authentic discussions, not the phoney ones, the ones with personal agendas,” said Dewhurst, now connecting Darkest Valley’s theme with his own personal dilemma on opening the gates on community discussions. Dewhurst self-published Darkest Valley and is currently in the works of planning a local launch party. He’s also dropped off copies with Cowichan Tribes Chief Harvey Alphonse and Duncan Mayor Phil Kent, but hasn’t received any reaction from
either yet. Regardless, Dewhurst maintains his motives in delving into the controversial topics — not just racism and First Nations cultural practices, but also a stagnant church and its stuck-in-theirways sheep — isn’t to stir the pot or to get books sales, it’s to start “authentic” conversations. He also ensures characters in the book aren’t based on real people, and thus any similarities seen are purely “coincidental.” Local hotspots featured in the book include the Cowichan Theatre, Maple Bay Pub, the former Totem Cafe, and the old downtown Cowichan News Leader of¿ce. Darkest Valley is available at the Christian book store, Volume One Books, Gallowglass Books, and through Amazon.com and Amazon Kindle.
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Dan Whiteley: Acoustic bluegrass. $18 door, $15 advance 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 330 Duncan St. Drinkwater Elementary Zumba Party: Latin dance moves by certified Zumba instructor, 6:30 p.m., Drinkwater Elementary School, 6236 Lane Rd., $5 advance, $7 door. Deb Barticlucci 250-748-2820. Adults 19+, proceeds support school.
Thursday Introduction to Genealogy at the Mill Bay Library: Research tips, evaluation of sources, online resources, and handouts, 6 p.m. Call 250-7435436 to register. Lesley Pelletier / Chloe Albert: Singer/songwriters. $15 door, $12 advance 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 330 Duncan St.
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NOTICE OF OPEN BOARD MEETING 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.
Your Taxes, Your Future, Your Community - come out and get involved! The Cowichan Valley Regional District is sponsoring a speaker series free of charge about: • Property taxes, • Local government finances, • Operating realities, and • The long-term well-being of our communities. Join local government speaker and educator Mr. Jerry Berry for an entertaining and thought-provoking presentation about local governance and what changing times might mean for your community’s future well-being. Find out about the changing circumstances faced by your local governments trying to serve your communities. You might be surprised by what you may not be aware of; by what you thought you knew, and perhaps by what you didn’t know. If you want your kids’ kids to enjoy the community facilities and programs you yourself have enjoyed, you will want to hear this talk, and perhaps get further involved as an informed community participant.
It’s your community, come and hear how you can help participate in its future.
Volunteers Needed for Climate Change Advisory Committee and Agricultural Advisory Committee Volunteers are needed to serve on the following North Cowichan Advisory Committees: Climate Change Advisory Committee: This Committee advises Council on ways to: (1) comply with British Columbia’s Climate Action Charter; (2) provide stewardship of North Cowichan’s ecological assets; (3) foster North Cowichan’s environmental well-being; (4) address climate change and environmental issues; (5) promote public awareness of climate change and the environment; (6) resolve potential environmental problems and issues; and (7) co-operate with the Cowichan Valley Regional District on climate change and environmental issues. Agricultural Advisory Committee: This Committee advises Council on ways to: (1) oversee implementation of North Cowichan’s Strategic Agricultural Plan; (2) assist local agricultural organizations; (3) promote public awareness of agriculture, its role and economic importance; and (4) consider land uses in or abutting agricultural land. Participation will require approximately 5 to 8 hours of your time each month. You will be rewarded by the satisfaction of helping your community flourish. If you have expertise in agriculture, climate change or the environment, please visit our website or call 250-746-3116 for an application. Applications will be received until 4:30 p.m., Friday, March 22, 2013.
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South Cowichan: Tuesday March 12, 7:00 pm Kerry Park Recreation Centre
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Ladysmith/North End: Thursday March 28, 7:00 pm Ladysmith Senior Secondary Phone: (250) 746-2500 Fax: (250) 746-2513 Email: cvrd@cvrd.bc.ca Website: http://www.cvrd.bc.ca
QUESTIONS email:office@cowichan.unitedway.ca For more information: 250-748-1312 or www.betterathome.ca
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VAN BOVEN, Herman August 8,1930 - March 9, 2013 Born in Fluitenberg, Drenthe, The Netherlands. Survived by his loving and faithful wife Ida, their children, Betty (Pieter) Postma, Len (Jackie) van Boven, Ben (Margie) van Boven, Hilda (Les) Visser, Joyce (Marius) Popma, Ernie (Aileen) van Boven, Shirley (Victor) De Jager, 36 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren, his brother Henry (Dorothy) van Boven in Duncan, and two sisters and a sister in law in The Netherlands. Herman, (Dad) and his four siblings grew up on his parents' dairy farm in Fluitenberg. In 1949 when Herman was 19, he and a friend immigrated to Canada. Herman met his sweetheart Ida in Lethbridge Alta, and eventually followed her family to Vancouver Island. He worked for a moving company in Victoria for a few years, married Ida in 1957, and bought a dairy farm in Cowichan Station in 1960. Herman and Ida raised their family of seven children, teaching them the way of the Lord and the gospel of Jesus Christ. Dad and Mom shared a deep joy that came from their salvation in their Saviour. Dad often expressed his thankfulness that all their children also walk with the Lord. During the last several years of his life, Herman endured the degenerative effects of dementia. His wife Ida faithfully and lovingly cared for "her man" in their home. It was with his wife of 55 years at his side that Herman was called home to be with his Saviour Jesus Christ. Celebration of Life Service will be on Saturday, March 16, at Duncan Christian Reformed Church, 930 Trunk Road at 1:30 pm. SANDS of DUNCAN 250-746-5212
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She left this note to all to be read at her passing: “Do not cry when I am gone. Remember, I will be reunited with my wonderful son Geoffrey, family and friends who have passed on before me. I would like to thank my husband for having loved me unconditionally throughout our married life. A special thanks to my beautiful and wonderful daughter, who has made me so proud to be her mother and has given me the best grandchildren a grandma could ever wish for. Lastly, I thank GOD for giving me an amazing husband, wonderful children, family and friends. I have been blessed with love all around me. So, no tears, just cheers, and I’ll see you all in Heaven one day. God Bless You All� A memorial service will be held 2 pm. on Saturday, March 16th 2013 at H.W.Wallace Cremation & Burial Centre, 5285 Polkey Rd. Online condolences may be offered at www.hwwallacecbc.com
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CLARKE, Marie Antoinette “Annetteâ€? We are saddened to announce the passing of a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend: Annette Clarke. Annette leaves behind to mourn her devoted husband of 47 years, Geoff; her daughter Linda and son in law Wayne; her ďŹ ve beloved grandchildren, Philip, Alex, Vanessa, Giulia, and Cameron; her brother Bill and family; and many very dear cousins. Annette was the most generous and hospitable friend that one could ever know. Every relationship she had was special and treasured deeply. Her respect for life and love has been given to strangers who were able to receive the gift of extended life through organ donation. Annette lived her 71 years with an unwavering belief in God, her marriage, her family, and her friends, and was a rock of support to everyone who knew her. She is predeceased by her only son Geoffrey (1987), her mother Carmela Lucciola Sickini (2004), and her father RenĂŠ Sickini (1984), who are surely reunited with her now. Many thanks to the supportive people at the Cowichan District Hospital ICU who assisted Annette in her brief stay.
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FOUND: Mar., 2013: Keys on a blue carbineer/knife combo, a Allen wrench & more, found in the # 755 area of Marchmont Road, Duncan. Can be claimed at the News Leader Office, #2-5380 Trans Can Hwy, next to Buckerfields.
LOST, a custom made yellow gold chain link sapphire & diamond bracelet on March 2, 2013. It could anywhere from the Malahat to Chemainus. Great sentimental value. Reward. (250)246-4179
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The Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce has an opportunity for a qualified individual interested in the position of Manager of our Chamber of Commerce/Visitor Information Centre Office. Reporting to the President, the Manager is responsible for managing the day to day operations of the Chamber and Visitor Centre. The successful applicant will assume the role of Administrator, focused heavily on Chamber of Commerce initiatives within our community. Please visit the Chamber’s website for more detailed information. www.ladysmithcofc.com Application deadline is March 23, 2013 PO Box 598 Ladysmith, BC. V9G 1A5 admin@ladysmithcofc.com 250-245-2112 EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS
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PHOTOGRAPHIC Life Model needed. Must be willing to be artificial scent free. Located in Duncan. Our gallery is at www.yessy.com/oteam. Contact us at oteam@shaw.ca PIONEER HOUSE now hiring FT Line cook, breakfast knowledge an asset. Apply with resume to Mark or Matt, 4675 TC Hwy, Duncan, B.C. or by email: pioneerhouse@shaw.ca
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BOWFLEX XCEED- excellent shape, owner’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.
VIOLIN SALE for Adults & children. Also, Cellos. Both very, very nice. Please call (250)701-2035.
DUNCAN: 2-BDRM CONDO, 2nd oor, corner unit. 5 appl’s, new laminate oors. N/S. 2524 Lewis St. Avail Apr. 1 $800./mo., lease. Please call 1(250)477-8046 or 1(250)883-3204. Victoria #’s
SHOP WAREHOUSE for lease, Boys Rd, Duncan, 1500sq ft w/ofďŹ ce. $7.25 sq ft (250)474-3585, (250)245-9811
DUNCAN - STORAGE in secure private garage near CDH, approx 14 x 17 with shelving, plus space for small car. Availble April 1. $175/mo. Call after 6 pm (250)748-8855
DELONGHI convection/bake toaster oven, used twice and less than 1 year old, $45 obo, also a Delonghi deep fat fryer, $10 obo. Both in excellent working condition. (250)7480928 HERITAGE PAWN BARGAINS! Dewalt planer, Fender bass cabinet, assorted video games, lots of hockey jerseys, commercial lawn seeder, Cannondale mountain bike, various laptops, Nascar die-cast 1/24 scale models, goalie gear, cedar native hats. Many more deals in store! 430 Whistler. 250-746-9810. heritagepawnbrokers.com
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$200,000, PRIVATE 18.5 acreage overlooking lake at Honeymoon Bay. Near park, beach, store, zoned A1. Call (250)709-9656.
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H.O. SCALE Model Train, 4-6-4 Hudson, made by Rivassi & track. (250)758-5073
DUNCAN, 2 bed, 2 bath adult Condo, #3-370 Cairnsmore St. Level entry, patio, small pet ok. Newly reno’d. $146,000. (250)597-8070
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GARAGE SALES DUNCAN, Moving. Thur, Fri Sat, 14-16, 8-2, 1496 Belcarra Rd, off Maple Bay Rd. Marble foyer table, collectibles, old Lic. plates, tools, AND MORE!
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CKC RGST. Great Pyrenees Pups 9 wks. old 1st. shots, Hlth guar. $1200, free delivery. Vet chk. www.kindercubkennel.com 250998-4697
SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’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.
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 4 WINTER snow tires, 5 months wear, as new. Asia Durun 195/50R15, on rims (off Asuna SunďŹ re). $250. (250)748-2070 7YR-OLD OIL furnace; 11 yr old 250gal tank w/aprox, 1000L oil. Can be viewed in operation for limited time. 250758-4344
Incredible 5 acre treed PARK-LIKE PROPERTY with Well-Maintained Furnished Home 1500 sq.ft, 3-bdrm, 2 bath. Extremely close to Pristine Cowichan Lake, in the town of Caycuse. Perfect for recreational property or full time living. Motivated seller $378,800. Exceptionally low yearly cost. Not leased land. Call 250-745-3387 smartytwo@hotmail.com
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(FUNDRAISER SALE). Sat, March 16th, 9am to 2pm at the Duncan Christian School Elementary Gym, 495 Beech Ave off Trunk Rd. Too many items to list, mostly new. Come join us for lunch. Proceeds for Duncan Christian School and local charities. For more info call (250)246-9917.
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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. DUNCAN (Kody Place, 6135 Ryall Rd. Unit 18) 3 bdrm Townhouse, 2 bath, fenced backyard, close to all amenities, near bus stop, $195,000 obo. Please call (250)923-0784.
Shawnigan Lake Community Centre Sat., March 16th, 2013 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Tables available $20.00 Call (250)743-1433
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS GUITARS FOR sale. 1994 Ovation Elite Model 1768, made in the USA, asking $1300. Cort 12 string acoustic, like new with soft shell carry case, asking $550. Call (250)324-2991 ask for Rob.
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$217,000 BRECHIN Views Condo. Sunny all day. 2 bdrm, 2 full baths, in-suite lndry/sewing, gas FP, balcony. Small dog OK. Req’d “Vendor’s Disclosure Statement.� 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
FOR SALE BY OWNER Comfortable, Cozy 2bdrm, 980sq.ft. in 55+ Mobile Park. 6 appli’s, some furniture. Lrg vine covered deck, fruit trees, garden space. $79,500. Just move in! (250)754-6436
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OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE, 1423 Haida Rd. (Properties), March 16 and 17, 1:00 to 3:00 pm.
RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO 2 BDRM, top oor, clean, spacious, 5 appls, laminate oors, 2525 Dingwall St., $750 mo. Call 1-(250)474-0545. $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).
$595 & UP! Large 1 & 2 BDRM corner unit. Walk to Safeway, Shoppers, Restaurants & Aquatic Centre. On bus route. Heat & H/W incl’d. New carpet & appls. New laminate. Call 250-748-1304. AVAIL APRIL. 1st. Duncan (Industrial area), 1 bdrm + den upper, in suite W/D, F/S. Suits responsible tenant, N/S, N/P, refs req’d, $775 mo. Call (250)746-7389. 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. 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 oor, Hospital area. 5 appl’s. $795/mo. Call 1-250-474-0545 CROFTON- 2 bdrm apt, 5 appls, 2nd 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. DUNCAN: SPACIOUS 2 bdrm condo, central, 4 appls. N/S, NP $825. Apr 1. 250-746-1019 or 250-746-4509, after 6pm
LARGE 2 bedroom apt for Rent, only ďŹ ve years old. Located at 1385 Alberni Hwy, Parksville above Trees Restaurant. $800 per month 250954-9547 LEWIS STREET Condo. 2 bdrm, 5 appls, N/S, no partying, close to town. Available immed. Ref’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 req’d. Call 250-746-8681.
Mountain View 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
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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 req’d. Call 250-743-5036. SPACIOUS ADULT orientated condo overlooking Ladysmith harbour, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, gas F/P, W/D, F/S, M/W. 4 blks to dwntwn. N/S. Small dog or cat ok. $1000 ($100 off for the ďŹ rst 3 months). (250)246-2238, 250-667-7107.
WESTWIND MANOR 2548 Lewis Street 1 Bedroom $625-$640 2 Bedroom $730-$745 Balconies, elevator, bbq/picnic area, games room, on-site laundry Walk to shopping, Sportsplex, VIU and Aquatic Centre Includes: H/W, parking, blinds & storage Sorry, no pets For appointment to view, call resident manager 250-715-1523
APARTMENTS FURNISHED DUNCAN (8 km north) Furnished studio apartment, on 8 acres. Laundry, satellite, heat, hydro. $575. (250)748-1310. WATERFRONT (Shawnigan Lake) deluxe furn’d 1 bdrm, 7 appls, NS/NP. Avail immed until June. 30, $800 mo + util’s & wi-ďŹ . Ref’s. 250-743-1667.
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL --------1000 sq’ - 7000 sq’ Store front with excellent exposure, overhead doors, ample parking, available now. --------Please call (250)748-9622 to view
COTTAGES LAKE COWICHAN- clean 2 bdrm cottage. Quiet, rural area. F/S. $600 mo + utils. 250-749-4061.
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES $1100 - S/S Rancher style duplex on Gilana Place, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, large fenced back yard. Close to schools, parks & bus route. Util’s not included. Avail now. (250)710-5854 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 appl’s. Fenced back yard. NS/NP. $1275 incl’s util. Avail now. 250-748-9059 IN TOWN, reno’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
MOBILE HOMES & PADS CROFTON, AVAIL March. 1st. 2 bdrm, $800 mo, 3 bdrm, $850 mo, 5 bdrm $1000 mo. Newly reno’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 AVAILABLE April 1st - 3 Bedroom 1 and 1/2 bath house in culdesac located in Lake Cowichan. Attached 2 car garage, W/D, F/S and /DW. This well cared for home is close to all amenities located in a nice neighbourhood; looking for long term tennants with good references. Call 250-710-9696 COBBLE HILL, 2 bdrm mobile, private, on shared property, F/S, W/D hookup, small pet, ref’s. $790/mo. Avail now. Ask about our rental incentive, (250)743-5046
SUITES, LOWER COBBLE HILL, 2 bdrm, main oor, heat & elec. incl. Newer carpet & paint. No dogs, Ref’s & DD required. $750 mo. Call 250-743-4154, (250)743-4010 COWICHAN BAY. 1000 sq ft, ocean view, 1 Bdrm, F/S, W/D. NS/NP. $900./mo Hydro, cable, wireless incld. May 1. (250)246-7109, (250)701-1209 CROFTON, private entrance, bachelor suite, newly furnished. TV, hydro, W/D. N/S, no pets. Ref’s req’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. 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 BASEMENT Bachelor suite, shared W/D, hydro incld. NS/NP. Refs req’d. Avail now. $625/mo. Call 778-4221127 (evenings). SHAWNIGAN LAKE- Lrg 1 bdrm, new kitchen & living area. Fridge & cooktop. Shared W/D. N/S, small pet ok. $750/m incl. utilities. (250)743-5486. SHAWNIGAN LAKE very nice 2 bdrm, sep ent, F/S, D/W, W/D, woodstove, new paint, NS/NP, avail now, $800 + portion of hydro. (250)516-8276.
SUITES, UPPER 2 APARTMENTS for rent, heat included, $450 & $575. D.D. N/S, no partiers, N/P. To view, see Kim at 5209 Trans Canada Hwy, Tues - Sat. SHAWNIGAN 2-BDRM. Clean bright & spacious, in Village. below market at $800. NS/NP, W/D. Security system incld’d. Avail. now. Call 250-812-0408.
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CRYSTAL CREEK Townhome. Avail March 15th, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, W/D, F/S, D/W, $950/mo+ util’s. 250-709-2646 DUNCAN- ADULT orientated, 2 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse, off Lakes Rd, 2 car garage. $1100+ utils. (250)510-2230.
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OFFICE/RETAIL DOWNTOWN DUNCAN 2500 sq.ft. 6 separate ofďŹ ces, reception, conference area & kitchen, 2nd 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 oor, completely reno’d. Reception area, 3 ofďŹ ces. $1050/month. Avail now. 604-820-8929 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 ooring, A/C. Available June 1st. Call 250-245-2277
Long Term Commercial Lease Required A well established Cowichan non-retail business requires the following for a long term and renewable lease: *ground 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 WANT TO rent & ďŹ nd a townhome or house w/another Senior lady, Victoria to Ladysmith starting May 1. (778)351-4442 .
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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 firm. 250-755-5191.
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Crashing the net on Brentwood College goalie Matthew Forward is Graham Winship of Cowichan during a high school hockey game at Kerry Park Arena that preceded the Ross Cup. Cowichan came back from a 2-0 deÄcit and won 3-2.
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magine an organization which has donated funds for more than 65 consecutive years to support cancer patient care, research and equipment. Now imagine the commitment of thousands of members hosting socials and teas, bazaars, raffles and other fund-raisers, as well as giving freely of their time to meet their charitable goals. According to Ruth Foster, Director of Cancer Activities for the O.E.S., “There are four categories of annual giving: educational bursaries, equipment, supplies and Cancer Dressings.” Last year, $8,362.29 was collected from the sale of cancelled stamps and postcards throughout British Columbia and Yukon to be distributed for Cancer Research or Cancer Dressings, wherever it is needed. (We must thank our friends in the community for keeping us well supplied with stamps.) Sunset Chapter #44, Duncan has one of our 39 Cancer Dressing Stations, located downstairs in the Mercury Theatre on Brae Road, Duncan. Last year, throughout our jurisdiction, 170 dedicated members volunteered 8120 hours producing 69,708 cancer dressings at a cost of $9,599.91. (We’ve used up inventory on hand, which once again reduced expenses. There is a need for dressings in Northern BC, so these numbers will likely increase next year.)
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Presently, sterilization is only being done by certain Hospitals and Clinics by trained and qualified staff in Vancouver, Victoria, Kelowna andd on Prince George. The present method of distribution is - the hospital staff will give the patient a supplyy of cancer dressings to take home. Local cancer patients requiring dressings are asked to contact the Canadian Cancer Society Office at 250-746-4134.
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Cancer is a dreadful disease without the added burden of the expense of dressings often required. THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO CHARGE TO THE PATIENT. All that is required is a doctor’s referral.
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TREE SERVICES LIBRA TREE for all your tree care needs. 70’ aerial lift, chipper. Insured, Certified Aborist Hazard Tree Assessor, Grant Haynes, (250)748-4449
By supporting our Stamp Project, attending bazaars and teas, the Cabaret Night or buying tickets on our annual Cancer Draw, you enable us to continue our efforts in the fight against cancer. We’ve had a Polar Swim each February since 2005, first at Transfer Beach in Ladysmith and starting this year, at Departure Bay in Nanaimo. Thanks to pledges/donations, the members willing to brave the chilly water, have raised over $50,000.00 for Cancer Projects. Please drop off your used stamps at the Cowichan News Leader/Pictorial Office between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm, Mon. to Fri., #2-5380 Trans Canada Hwy., the United Steelworkers Office, 351 Brae Road, or the local Cancer Office, #100-394 Duncan Street. NB: Our Stamps Dealers dictate how the stamps are to be trimmed, so we are asking our friends in the community NOT to TRIM stamps off envelopes. Just leave the stamps intact and we’ll do the rest. We don’t want any stamps to be spoiled. Thanks.
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Lonely feeling comes over the Caps’ Kyle Horsman and Dane Gibson in front of Powell River goalie Jonah Imoo, above left — a rarity during Friday night’s BCHL game at Cowichan Arena. Right, pad save is made by Caps’ goalie Patrick Spano on a close-in scoring chance by West Kelowna’s Ambrose Firkus Saturday night at Cowichan Arena.
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ll the Cowichan Valley Capitals needed was to play the tougher teams more often. “It’s weird how that works,’’ said Caps’ interim head coach Aaron Plumb after the Caps lost 4-3 in overtime to the West Kelowna Warriors in their ¿nal game of the B.C. Hockey League season Saturday night at Cowichan Arena after being blown out 7-0 Friday at home by a much-weaker Powell River Kings’ team. The Caps were actually leading West Kelowna 3-1 late in the third period. They gave up a goal to Ambrose Firkus with less than eight minutes remaining and then took a penalty in the last two minutes. Former Capital David Pope tied it on the power play with 23 seconds to play and Max French won it for the
Warriors 34 seconds into the three-on-three overtime period. Truman Gonzales, Tyler Mueller and Mitch Ball scored for the Caps. “They’re a good team, maybe an unfortunate call that went against us,’’ said Plumb. “In the big picture, the boys played real hard and gave it everything they had for the last game.’’ The Powell River game was a completely different story. The Caps were outshot 44-18 and Powell River scored four power play goals. “I am trying as hard as I can to erase that night from my memory,’’ said Plumb. “Nothing went right and they seemed a little bit lost out there.’’ The Caps received some other good news to end the season. Jarrett Brown was named to the BCHL’s allrookie team on defence and they’ll still have him around for one more season after he committed to a scholarship at Alaska-Anchorage to start in 2014-15.
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Elite competition a great gauge of Garriock’s abilities in her 100-metre Åy specialty in Saskatoon
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Duncan Stingrays’ Natalia Garriock is now racing against senior level swimmers in Canada. Garriock, 16, attended the Speedo Western Canadian Championships in Saskatoon, a huge meet that included 63 teams and 539 swimmers. The Eastern Canadian Championships were held
simultaneously in Montreal with another 60+ teams and 713 participants. From the two meets, Swimming Canada combined results and created a virtual leader board that ultimately ranked the swimmers on a national stage in each event. Garriock’s top ranking nationally was 20th place overall in
the 100-metre fly. She swam five races at the meet in the 16 and Over category, earning four seasonal personal bests and one lifetime best in the 100 fly. Garriock earned a spot in three finals — the 50 free, 100 free and 100 fly. See www.cowichannewsleader.com for more details.
Beatty starts making his transition to Caps’ coach Ready for action: Loads of experience and championships brought to the position under the new ownership regime of Cory Wanner Don Bodger
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ob Beatty’s integration into his new community has begun. The new coach, general manager and a part owner of the B.C. Hockey League’s Cowichan Valley Capitals and Cory Wanner of Estevan, Saskatchewan, who takes over majority ownership of the team from Stew Gordon, both arrived in the valley to start the transition to the new regime for next season. They were at Cowichan Arena as the Caps closed the book on the 2012-13 season with a pair of home games and will be looking toward making preparaDon Bodger tions for the 2013-14 campaign almost immediately. Wanner decided Beatty, 58, was the man for the Bob Beatty tests out the spot he’ll be occupying behind the Caps’ bench next season. coaching job after purchasing the club. Caps’ coaches Aaron Plumb, Darren Rodney and Rob DeClark and “I’ve known him for a few years,’’ said Beatty, who director of sales and marketing David van Deventer in making the spent his years growing up and later coaching predominantly in transition. small-town Saskatchewan. “There’s lots of scouting to be done back in Saskatchewan, too,’’ “When the opportunity came available, it was a great opportunity Beatty said. “I’ll be back and forth a little bit. We’re just putting to move onto the island,’’ said Beatty during an interview after he together a scouting group.’’ arrived in town last Wednesday and subsequently watched a Caps’ Beatty was born in Saskatoon but grew up in Watrous, Saskatchpractice. “It was probably time for a new challenge. I’m just tickled ewan. He played all his minor hockey there and then went to St. to get the opportunity. “I’ll just try to get my bearings and meet people and try to meet all Peter’s College at age 16 to play Junior B. Beatty also played some junior hockey in Humboldt and Prince the shareholders. It’s exciting but there’s a lot to do.’’ Albert and came to Vanderhoof, B.C. to play in the old Paci¿c Beatty is anxious to put his own stamp on the Caps once he gets Northwest League of ¿ve junior and ¿ve senior teams for a year. settled. Minor pro stints in the United States Hockey League that wasn’t a “I haven’t really set my calendar yet,’’ he said. “I’m going to Ày out and drive my truck out in a couple of weeks.’’ junior circuit at the time and the Eastern Hockey League followed. Beatty actually continued as a player-coach in senior hockey for Beatty intends to carry out numerous discussions with current
several years and didn’t quit playing until he was 39. He coached a midget team in Yorkton for a year, but then went back to work on the farm fulltime after his dad died. “I was just coaching kids’ hockey and senior hockey,’’ Beatty explained. “My son was in atom hockey and I got a call from Humboldt to come and ¿nish the season. They let their coach go there. One thing led to another and it continued.’’ Beatty ¿nished that season and spent seven more behind the bench of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League’s Humboldt Broncos that included a 2003 Royal Bank Cup championship. “I left Humboldt for a new challenge,’’ he said. “I went to La Ronge and ended up staying there for nine years.’’ He led the La Ronge Ice Wolves to back-to-back SJHL titles in the 2009-10 and 2010-11 seasons. “It’s a whole new network of people I was able to meet,’’ Beatty said of his time in La Ronge. He actually signed a ¿ve-year extension with the organization in 2011, but “things changed,’’ Beatty said. “When I signed, I had told them I didn’t know what the future was going to hold. As it turned out, this opportunity came up.’’ Beatty was already somewhat familiar with the valley from a previous visit. “It was four or ¿ve years ago, I came out and watched the Caps and Nanaimo in a playoff series,’’ he said. Beatty likes the improvements made to Cowichan Arena since the last time he was here. “The rink, it really looks a lot brighter,’’ he said. “I liked the rink before. It’s brighter and it’s got character.’’ Most of the Caps’ players are eligible to return. Beatty spent some time evaluating the talent during the two weekend games. “We’ll ¿gure that out,’’ he said. “We’ll put on a spring camp in April. We’ve got some decisions to make, too.’’ Beatty’s mandate for the team is simple. “Obviously, I guess get the best players possible and play the hand you’re dealt,’’ he said. “I like an aggressive in-your-face type team. A hard-working team goes a long way. “You have to have a certain amount of skill, obviously. The intangibles are what’s going to make the difference in the end.’’
Three games in four days for T-Birds’ rugby Don Bodger
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No holds barred rugby is played by Jadeyn Cove of Cowichan, as he tries to tackle Alec Mok of Shawnigan Lake School’s Second XV last Thursday at Shawnigan Lake School.
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owichan Secondary School’s T-Birds rugby team is tuning up fast for the season with a series of games in short order. The T-Birds hosted Mount Douglas of Victoria last Monday and won 12-5, with Brock Gow-
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Chargers’ placing the best ever Finishing Äfth: St. Pat’s spoils senior boys’ basketball squad’s run for the top Ross Armour
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uncan Christian School Chargers senior boys’ basketball team achieved its best-ever ¿nish at the provincial championships. The team placed ¿fth overall in the single-A section of the tournament held at the University of the Fraser Valley in Abbotsford. Despite the result being the Chargers’ best result in history, coach Heidi Padjen couldn’t hide her disappointment with her team being ranked third heading into the championships. “We were a little disappointed but I’m still very proud of the team,” said Padjen. “We knew we had the potential to win as we’d beaten the team that was ranked ¿rst heading into the tournament (West Point Grey Academy) earlier in the season.” The team lost in the quarter-¿nal 69-53 to St Patrick’s in a game in which Padjen admitted her team “didn’t play their best,” following an opening game 81-40 win over Northside Christian. “We had a bit of a tough draw meeting St Patrick’s in the quarter¿nal as they were the only team in the league that had beaten us by any amount of points really.” Despite the heartbreaking quarter¿nal loss, the Chargers went on to
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Josh Klassen with his provincial second team all-star award. win their ¿nal two games of the tournament, beating B.C. Christian Academy 56-43 and Unity Christian 56-54. Point guard and star player Josh Klassen ended the tournament as a second team all-Star. Douglas Groenendijk was an honourable mention. “We all wanted to win the provincial championship but looking back, we were still able to show we are a strong team by winning our last two games,’’ said Klassen. “Fifth place was still a good ¿nish.’’
Klassen rolled his ankle during the St Patrick’s loss but insisted that “didn’t slow me down too much. “I was playing defence and a guy drove to the baseline to do a reverse layup. I jumped up to contest the shot but landed awkwardly. It was really sore. “St Patrick’s were a pretty quick team and that day they were hitting their outside shots too so it was harder to defend. We were disappointed as for some of us it was our last chance to make it to the ¿nal and the same thing happened to some of us at the volleyball provincials in the semis this past December.” Klassen ¿nished the tournament with 71 points from the four games. Groenendijk had 30 points, eight rebounds and eight assists against Northside Christian. Klassen contributed 27 points, eight rebounds and six assists. Other scorers were: Jon Climie (6), rookies Mike Brandsma and Adam Kapteyn (5 each), Nick Kapteyn (4), Chaz Milne (3), Johnny Caron (1). In the St. Pat’s game, Klassen scored 15 points, Bennett King-Nyberg added 13 points and Groenendijk tallied 10. Groenendijk’s 21 points and 11 rebounds set the pace against B.C. Christian Academy. Klassen managed 18 points and 12 rebounds and King-Nyberg scored 11. Nick Kapteyn collected 17 points and 19 rebounds against Unity Christian 54. Groenendijk’s stats were 13 points and seven rebounds while Klassen posted 11 points and six assists and King-Nyberg added 10 points. — with a ¿le from Don Bodger
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