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Sky angel rescues stranded dogs from West Coast Trail Nitinat lighthouse: Dogs recuperating in Cowichan after helicopter pilot tracks and rescues them from two-month ordeal Ross Armour

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wo dogs lost for seven weeks on the West Coast Trail past Nitinat have been found and returned to the Cowichan SPCA. The dogs, black Labradors, were found by Tofino-resident Randy Mercer who was flying his helicopter. He brought them into the Central Cowichan Animal Hospital last Wednesday, the hospital confirmed. “The man flew in on his helicopter and picked them up after tracking the dogs himself,” said Mary Hemstalk at the animal hospital. “Their faces were severely scratched up after scavenging for weeks.” Hemstalk said the two dogs are a father and son with the former believed to be “seven or eight years old” and the latter “around a year old.” “Our doctor examined them right away when they were brought in. They are both doing better now and gaining weight.” Mercer, who works for Parks Canada, said he found the dogs at a lighthouse along the West Coast Trail, where he and the lighthouse keeper looked after them for a few days. “They were both pretty beat up when I found them, their bones were showing,”

he said. “They had scars on their face probably from scrounging around in the rocks for so long but were in pretty good spirits. The lighthouse keeper made them homemade food and did a pretty good job of looking after them. “They are very obedient dogs. We took them out for a walk on the beach a couple of days after we found them and the older one let out two barks and the young guy came running right over, so they’re pretty tight.” Sandi Trent from the SPCA confirmed the extent of some of the dogs’ injuries. “The older guy has two blown kneecaps and that could be a real problem,” said Trent. “Both of his cruciate ligaments are torn and have never been fixed. I think the fact that they were left out there for so long speaks volumes about the ownership so we are not looking for the owners. If they come in they may have to deal with our constable.” When healthy the dogs will be put up for adoption as a pair. The older dog is suffering from a sore abdomen, Trent said. “He has a very serious disc problem in his back that will probably mean he’ll be on pain control for the rest of his life as surgery would cost between $5,000 and $7,000.” Anyone with information is urged to call the SPCA at 250-746-4646.

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Conservationists want Somenos Marsh RCMP station plan put into permanent lock-up Peter W. Rusland

turn down the application,” he said Thursday watching trucks dump dike fill, and big machines pile marshland trees and soil. “The dike now ends at the (proposed) police station lot, but they can’t build dike there now because it’s fish habitat.” Still, diking work is pushing the environmental envelope, he signalled. “Council did exactly what they promised not to do: start installing the dike during the fisheries’ window.” Mayor Jon Lefebure said he understood local ecological concerns about building a bigger cop shop — estimated to cost taxpayers $8 million — to replace North Cowichan/Duncan’s cramped, flood-damp 1979 station on Canada Avenue.

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Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society’s Paul Fletcher says council lacked collaboration about diking for a new RCMP station aimed for sensitive habitat land off Beverly Street.

says. Paul Fletcher vowed the society will fight to defeat North Cowichan council’s application to have the municipality’s twoacre, triangular site — beside Fun Pacific’s go-kart track — pulled from the agricultural land reserve. “We’ll do everything in our resources to get the Agricultural Land Commission to

“That’s a genuine concern, and we’ll think about that before we decide to go ahead with anything. If the ALC gives us permission, we have to decide how to have the lightest footprint possible,” Lefebure said. “We don’t have the possibility of building there until we get permission from the ALC.” But even with that nod, Fletcher noted “that land was dedicated to the Somenos Marsh Conservation Area in 2000 by North Cowichan when they designed their management plan.” Lefebure has stated the station — built to Mountie specs — would be dry behind the dike. more on page 5

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A total smoking ban for the Island Savings Centre and Cowichan Aquatic Centre goes into effect in one month. North Cowichan’s parks and recreation advisory committee and the Island Savings Centre Commission jointly announced smoking will not be permitted anywhere on the grounds of either facility as of May 1. A survey was recently conducted of other recre-

ation facilities on the island regarding no smoking policies. It was discovered the trend is to reduce the number of areas where smoking is permitted. Several facilities have implemented policies banning smoking in buildings and on the grounds. To promote healthy living, the committee and commission opted to follow suit with bans for both buildings and grounds.

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Rising ferry rates a concern for island residents Greater expense: People who depend on the service are definitely feeling the pinch Don Bodger

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ncreased ferry rates went into affect April 1 and it’s no joke for people who depend on the smaller routes in the valley. The Thetis Island-Penelakut Island-Chemainus and Mill Bay-Brentwood Bay routes are both impacted by rising vehicle and passenger fares. The average for all routes across the fleet is 4.1 %. Everyone knew the rising rates were coming since being approved in October, but residents using the services regularly are definitely going to be feeling the pinch. “It just becomes less and less affordable,’’ said Thetis Island resident Keith Rush, the chairman of the Thetis Island Ferry Advisory Committee. Rush said the cost was minimal when he first purchased property on Thetis in 1981 but that’s all changed. In 10 years since 2003, rates have climbed 106 %, he said, and 85 % of the operating costs of ferries are now borne by users. “It’s the only transportation infrastructure in the province where users pay that much,’’ said Rush.

At the same time, Rush said there has been no funding increase from the province on the ferries for 10 years. About 800,000 people in the province depend on ferry service to a certain extent, Rush said, so price increases are going to have a huge impact. Potential service cuts are also pending, Rush said, and that would greatly affect people on Thetis and Penelakut. “We depend on that ferry for everything from getting to school to the doctors and on and on it goes,’’ he said. Rush is particularly concerned about Penelakut residents. “The folks on Penelakut really do suffer when the rates go up,’’ he said. “It really is a hardship for them. Most of them can’t afford to load up the Experience Card where you get a bit of a break.’’ Meanwhile, the ferry advisory Commitee is meeting with BC Ferries senior personnel Friday, April 12 at the Chemainus Best Western Inn from 11:15 a.m. to 2 p.m. Residents are welcome to attend but should contact Rush ahead of time (250-732-2766) for a lunch count.

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Thetis and Penelakut Island residents are now paying more to travel from their homes to Chemainus. The meeting is an annual event, around and spend three or four “It’s really local issues. I’ll have with three senior BC Ferries hours with each ferry advisory something to say about the conexecutive members in attendance. committee and I applaud them sultation process to ferries. They meet with people using all for that,’’ said Rush. “There is an opportunity for the 13 minor routes for the sessions. However, “they don’t have the public to ask questions but we’ll “They spend two weeks and go ability to affect rates,’’ he added. keep it fairly short.’’

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he auditor general’s staff seems to confirm arguments by Cowichan’s NDP MLAs that their party didn’t break rules by using some $460,000 in constituency funds for community help. Elaine Hepburn of the AG’s department clarified B.C. Liberal party claims MLAs Bill Routley (Cowichan Valley) and Doug Routley (Nanaimo-North Cowichan) participated in a scheme that saw money intended to serve local constituents in the Cowichan Valley and Nanaimo, funneled into a central partisan slush fund. “Legislature rules specifically prohibit the use of constituency funds for political use,” a Grit release states. But Hepburn investigated the details, and told the News Leader Pictorial “our understanding is that this story came from a leaked, draft, management letter.” That highly confidential letter involved an entity being audited

Habitat loss high on list of concerns from page 1

But Fletcher pointed to habitat loss for birds and marine critters. “Just because they put a dike through it, they think the land is available for development; it’s still flood plain and council has somewhat of a policy of avoiding building on the flood plain. “It’s urbanization outside the urban-containment boundary shown in their OCP approval two years ago. This is why we don’t trust North Cowichan,” he said, claiming council has kept marshland groups out of the loop about the station proposal. But Lefebure has stated folks favoured a new station during recent public meetings. “Staff and council have been looking at other possible sites. It might be (public or private) land, but I can’t speak to specifics.” Cowichanian Bob McKernan said he wants the marsh site kept as farmland. “There’s lots of (RCMP station) property around, I’m sure.”

by the AG’s department, she explained. According to the Liberals “... funds accruing to this (NDP) account were being used for partisan purposes, and not for goods or services consistent with the original purpose of the constituency office.” Hepburn explained further accounting discovered that was not the case. “It was not fraud,” she said. “It was cleared up. The (NDP) fund is no longer in effect. “The AG just wanted more clarification about what the money was used for.” That seems to parallel the Routleys’ claims their party was advised by the legislative comptroller taxpayer-paid constituency funds could be pooled — at $2,400 per MLA office per year — then used for what NDP caucus chairman Shane Simpson called “outreach opportunities.” Those included contracted translation services in multiethnic ridings, Remembrance Day ads and other reminders in local newspapers, and more between 2007 and February 2013. “We did what (the comptroller) asked us to, and not a dime went to the NDP,” he said. About $1,600 went back to constituency accounts once the fund was wrapped, Simpson added of the “perceived conflict.”

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he Island Savings Centre Commission is saving for the future by hiking taxes now by 5.83%, staff says. With Wednesday’s approval of the Cowichan Valley Regional District’s $84.8-million budget, the ISC announced the levy hop. “The core services, staffing and necessary immediate capital imAndrew Leong/file provements for the centre represent Taxes for the Island Savings Centre are climbing by 5.83% this year as the commission 2% of that increase,” centre boss starts saving for future renovations or replacement of the community facility. John Elzinga’s release says. “The remaining 3.83% is targetIn addition, Siebring said, comThe commission has decided to ing long-term building needs.” missioners were confident there’s phase in the savings program. Commission chairman Al substantial community support for This year, there will be $468,000 Siebring says the tax increase this approach. dropped in that reserve. follows extensive community “We engaged in unprecedented If future commissions continue consultation. community consultation on this this course, it’s expected the fund “Although the centre is currently budget, hosting three community will grow to about $28.3 million well-maintained, it is expected to meetings last fall in Cowichan during the next 15 years. That require significant renovation or Bay, Cowichan Station, and at the purse would be just less than half replacement within the next 15 to Island Savings Centre. the total estimated tab for a major 20 years. And we have less than “We also went out to community upgrade or replacement of the 1% of the building’s current value groups early in 2013. Without excentre, staff says. saved for upgrades.” ception, there was broad support “Although there is no immediCommissioners — representing for the concept of accruing at least ate benefit for this tax increase, all corners of Cowichan, examined some savings toward the renovafunds raised will contribute to the benefits of saving now versus bortion/replacement project.” quality of life for our children and rowing for the upgrades when the When asked if money should be our grandchildren,” Siebring said. time comes, Elzinga explains. set aside for building replacement “And the way we’re doing this Their logic was by beginning to or renovation, 71% of those in represents the single-largest cost save now, overall taxpayer costs for attendance at those meetings said saving measure available to keep the renovation could be halved. ‘Yes,’ Siebring said. costs down for the long term.”

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Ferry fares need to be kept at an affordable level Rising costs: Don’t blame the islanders

here are certain realities that come with the decision to live on an island, even so large an island as ours. The impact of those realities — isolation, expensive, time-consuming travel, reduced access to goods and services — is felt many times more the smaller or more remote the island is. The people of British Columbia should be in the business of smoothing those issues, not dismissing them as solely being the problem of island-dwellers. Traffic congestion is an issue solely for urban dwellers, yet the province spends billions on Greater Vancouver’s bridges and rapid transit systems. TransportaThe folks in Kamloops, Prince tion links a George and parts farther north aren’t spending much time on the Coquihalresponsibility la, yet that didn’t prevent the governof the province ment of B.C. from investing transport trucks full of cash to give the people of the Okanagan a more direct link to the Fraser Valley. As far as we are concerned the same spirit of courtesy and cooperation should be extended to the residents of the B.C. coast. It has been said so often it has become a cliche, but it still bears repeating: the ferry system is part of B.C.’s highway system and it needs to be treated as such. Eighty-five per cent of the cost of constant upgrading of the Malahat is not being carried by the citizens of Nanaimo, Comox and Cowichan. Eighty-five per cent of the cost of building and maintaing Glenora Road is not on the shoulders of the residents of Glenora. Why should the residents of Penelakut and Thetis Island be paying such a high share of their only public transportation link? By all means find ways to make the service more efficient. But transportation links are a provincial responsibility. Stop unfairly targeting those who live on an island.

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Seeing both sides of: proposed cop shop location The case against

The case for North Cowichan is in danger of being swamped by rising taxes due to things like the pool, the Catalyst tax shift and the municipal hall expansion. Given that a new police station is a necessity, it is incumbent on the municipaliity to keep the costs low. Saving property costs by building the project on vacant land already owned by North Cowichan in a prime location is a great way of doing that.

Insp. Kevin Hewco says the current Duncan RCMP detachment is too cramped.

Carbon trusts going to questionable offsets Tom Fletcher Black Press

he Pacific Carbon Trust orchestrated a months-long campaign of calls and letters to discredit a report from B.C.’s auditor general on its first two big carbon offset projects, before it could be released. Just as the audit report was about to be made public, the trust, a Crown corporation created at taxpayer expense, participated in leaking selected critical letters to media outlets. Then the Speaker of the B.C. legislature, Bill Barisoff, made a final, clumsy effort to delay the release of the report. As soon as it was out, Environment Minister Terry Lake tried to discredit it, by blustering about all the highly paid experts who swore up and down that a forest reserve near Kootenay Lake, and a gas flaring reduction project near Fort Nelson, were bona fide carbon offsets worth $6 million of taxpayers’ money. The audit states in plain language, with charts

and timelines, that the $6 million was basically given away for nothing. I look forward to further audits on this carbon offset scheme, assuming it survives after the May election, because these two projects aren’t the only boondoggles. The Pacific Carbon Trust was set up in 2008 as part of former premier Gordon Campbell’s climate change program. To make the B.C. government’s operations “carbon neutral,” the government and all of its agencies were required to pay the trust $25 per tonne for their carbon dioxide emissions from fuel use. In 2011 alone, B.C. universities paid $4.46 million to the trust. B.C.’s school districts paid a total of $5.36 million the same year, and the six health authorities paid $5.79 million. The money is supposed to go to projects that capture carbon, offsetting heating of schools, fuel burned by ambulances and so forth. The 55,000-hectare forest reserve is known as Darkwoods. The audit shows that the Nature Conservancy of Canada decided in 2006 to buy it, using $25 million of federal taxpay-

Years of dedicated public advocacy should have driven the message home, but apparently that’s not the case: Somenos Marsh is not useless swamp land to be paved over as needed; it is an ecological treasure that needs to be protected and cherished. That value needs to take precedence over some short-term cost savings. Other sites are available. Let North Cowichan cut costs in other ways.

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ers’ money. The deal closed in 2008, the same year the Pacific Carbon Trust was formed. From 2008 to 2010, the trust bought 450,000 tonnes of carbon offset, based on independent evaluations that all rested on the assumption that Darkwoods would be clear-cut logged. Since the forest was already owned by Canada’s leading conservancy, this assumption makes no sense. Was the conservancy going to log it, or flip it to someone who would, after accepting $25 million in tax money to acquire it? Legally, it could not. I would add the assumption that logging releases all of the carbon in a forest is also false. Lumber actually sequesters carbon for longer than trees, which eventually die and rot. The audit found a similar case against EnCana’s flare-reduction program, which the company used on many wells before the trust started offering money. EnCana was saving money as well as reducing emissions without collecting offsets. Therefore, the audit concluded, neither of these projects was a credible

offset because the emissions savings would have occurred anyway. Here’s the next Pacific Carbon Trust project that should be audited. In a complicated transaction, the trust bought offsets from something called the Great Bear Carbon Credit Limited Partnership. Yes, this is the world-famous forest on B.C.’s North Coast that was subject to a preservation deal hammered out between the Coastal First Nations, the B.C. government and three U.S.-backed environmental groups. That was in 2006. The offset purchases were in 2009 and 2010, years after detailed preservation areas were mapped and codified in law. Again, the trust paid for forest that was already preserved. Tom Fletcher is the legislative reporter for Black Press. Reach him at tfletcher@blackpress.ca.

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Is public land beside Somenos Marsh a good site for the new RCMP station? “No. I’d rather it not go there. What’s wrong with the station we have now?”

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A Kitimat reﬁnery is good for everyone

Frith wrong, but ofﬁcials need to step up on rail crossing issue

Dear editor Re: homemade Duncan rail crossing. Although I think Graham Bruce’s comments were a overly dramatic, and as much as I agree in principle with Guy Frith, his actions were vigilante regardless how well meaning they were. Having lived in a place where people would arbitrarily build speed bumps on the highway, I know how dangerous it can be when well-meaning people start modifying infrastructure. Clearly the town and the rail line owners have a responsibility to provide the community with a safe pedestrian crossing. Len Langevin

In my opinion: Reasons for all political stripes to support project

first heard of the Kitimat oil refinery concept from Black Press (and News Leader Pictorial) owner David Black a number of years ago. At the time I was skeptical. Since I was accustomed to the discussion of petroleum comments submiited at cowichannewsleader.com economics centered in Calgary, I saw no need for a refinery in Kitimat. But later exposure to the phenomenal expanMinistry of Environment’s deaf ears sion of China’s economy made me realize how this refinery would supply China’s vast appetite totally against public interest Andrew Leong Dear editor Cowichan displayed the two faces of Easter last week. Priscilla Lowe for petroleum products. It appears Black is Our family has had the privilege of owning led a group through the cemetery of St. Peter’s Anglican Church in the nearing an agreement that could provide the property on Shawnigan Lake since the early Stations of the Cross with descriptions and prayers on Good Friday. vast capital infusion needed to make this initia1900s. It seems inconceivable the current Fourteen-month-old Landon Chambers of Mill Bay was one of about tive a reality. Asian appetite for oil products government would allow the potential poi100 people participating in the annual Easter egg hunt at Brentwood will continue to grow and the Kitimat refinery soning of our watershed from the proposed College School ﬁeld, sponsored by the Mill Bay Centre Merchant As- is ideally situated to take advantage. The positive merits of the Kitimat refinery South Island Aggregates contaminated sociation on Saturday, March 30. are so profound this project is really beyond waste dump. This affects the health of our ria, everything is in good hands. any political persuasion. Supporters of NDP, family and 8,000 other residents of this area. permit for SIA and protect the people of Shawnigan Lake. Why aren’t they listening? Rick Spencer Liberal, Conservative or even Green should The process of approval has been flawed What’s the hurry? Shawnigan Lake see the tremendous benefits that would come and public input has been disregarded. At Grant Treloar to B.C. with this project. the public hearing in the summer of 2012, Shawnigan Lake When it comes to the benefits of a petroleum senior environmental protection officer, Luc Inquiry needed into pattern of cycle from well exploration to the gas station, LaChance (who also announced the draft allowing watershed soil dumping the jurisdiction that hosts the refining process permit) told approximately 300 residents Who’s going to pay for the mess Dear editor enjoys a huge portion of the value addition present all input would be welcomed and after the company is gone? About a decade ago the provincial Crown to the raw material. For the KFC Project that thoroughly investigated. This has not hapDear editor approved and issued permits for a site above would mean several thousand mostly trade pened. Severely critical technical reports of When the SIA dump site has been filled the gravel aquifer(s) at the confluence of union jobs for the multi-year term of the conthe proposal have been disregarded. The struction phase. public’s overwhelming opposition has seem- and the company dissolved, or in the interim the Koksilah River and Kevin Creek. Tens handed to new owners or the subject of of thousands of truckloads of “dirty dirt” It would also mean the creation of more than ingly fallen on deaf ears. The timing of the bankruptcy, who other than local governhas been dumped, landfilled, treated and 3,000 permanent jobs for the operation and recent draft permit announcement indicates backfilled during the past decade, all above supply support of the refinery when running. an arrogance from the ministry and total dis- ment will be responsible for the extreme costs of remediation to meet the likely more the head waters of a drinking water aquifer This refinery would be processing 175 million regard of the public interest. Even the local stringent future requirements for manageserving tens of thousands of downstream barrels per year which means the tax revenue Liberal candidate, Steve Housser, has vehement of public water supplies? We can’t risk residents. This is being done by a legitimate that could go toward healthcare, education, mently rejected the proposal, stating, “Not bringing in contaminated fill to this site! licensed business in conjunction with pervital services for the disabled and elderly would only is the site above a major aquifer, it is We do not want industrial waste, contami- mits from the ministries of energy and mines be immense. also right beside a stream that flows directly nated waste or toxic waste being brought and environment. But job creation and tax revenue is not the into Shawnigan Lake. This is lunacy.” into the Shawnigan Lake watershed! It’s our The process of permit issuance was done only desirable feature of the KRC. It also With the impending election, political right to say no and we are saying no. by the same process of review and statutory would provide much lower risk to the maleadership is certainly under a microscope. Tammy Chamberlain approval as the SIA site. Public opposition rine environment. The shipments out of the We implore those in positions as leaders of Shawnigan Lake was huge at the time, but respectively less refinery would be finished product like aviation the people to make the sensible and right than the storm now brewing in Shawnigan. fuel, gasoline and diesel. These products, if decision: permanently remove the draft A full Commission of Inquiry needs to start ever spilt, would be much less impactful on Hey Victoria, maybe Mother Earth at this site where the pattern was set a decade the marine environment. They would also be ago for what is happening to the Shawnigan transported in smaller ships. has a sense of irony community today. I know there are those on both sides of the Dear editor I have been quoted as saying “the Ministry political aisle that address this as a political The contaminated soil to be relocated to the SIA site at Shawnigan Lake site may just find of Environment is the enemy of the people.” issue. And I would disagree with both. This is “Did you turn your lights off for the March 23 Earth Well, within my experience the Ministry a project that can be attractive to all political a way back to lucky Victorians after all. In a Hour?” stripes. Trade unions would see a significant twist of fate it would appear a geological fault of Environment certainly has not been the You answered: (64 votes) friend of the people. Go figure on that and increase in jobs and memberships. Hospitals exists between the Malahat area in question 81 per cent NO count us in for an inquiry. and schools across the province would see an and the Sooke Lake Reservoir. The Sooke Loren Duncan, director improvement in government funding. Business Lake Reservoir just happens to be Victoria’s To vote on the next Question of the Week, log onto the Sahtlam/Glenora activity especially in the challenged northwest protected water supply. I am sure the MOE web poll at www.cowichannewsleader.com B.C. would be very positively impacted. And will tell us this is not so. Do not worry Victothose with a concern for the threat of marine spills would see a significantly reduced exposure for the environment. 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• Spiders are arachnids, not insects. • Other members of their family include scorpions, mites, and ticks. • Spiders have eight legs, insects six. • Spiders don’t have antennae, insects do. • Spiders are found on every continent

of the world except Antarctica. • There are about 40,000 different species of spider. • Most spiders make silk which they use to create spider webs and capture prey. • Abandoned spider webs are called cobwebs.

• Most spiders are harmless to humans but a few species, such as the black widow, are venomous. Deaths from spider bites are rare however. • An abnormal fear of spiders is called arachnophobia.

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Cuddles not part of the equation for this eight-legged pet The Goliath: Meet a spider big enough to eat birds

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Find out how Cowichan pooches are helping local children develop a love of reading

f you’re looking for a pet that loves fetch and cuddles, the Goliath probably isn’t your best bet. But if you’re a spider lover, this bird-eating, eight-legged friend might be right up your alley. Cowichan’s Duncan Pets store owner Carmen LeComte has gotten her hands on what they’re calling the creme de la creme of spiders, their first true Goliath bird-eater. Part of the tarantula family, the Goliath is said to be the second-largest spider in the world, second to the giant huntsman spider, and originates from Brazil. Its name is said to have derived from reports of Victorian era explorers who witnessed one eating a hummingbird. Although it applies so, the Goliath doesn’t actually often snack on feathered fowls. “We feed her frozen pinky mice,” said Duncan Pets’ Rosanne Dubois, explaining if a bird was to be wounded on the ground, Goliath might go for the kill, but they’re not by any means flying spiders. Duncan Pets has had sub-species of the Goliath before but this one is its first true specimen. “And she’s an aggressive one,” warned Dubois before approaching her tank. “She will charge.” When disrupted in her tank, the pet store newcomer charges from within her hiding places, a foamy tree or half coconut shell. “When she came to us, she came in a deli container and as we were bringing her in, her fangs broke right out through the container,” said Dubois. When Duncan Pets newest exotic addition goes into fighting mode, it “throws” its hairs, which also carry venomous particles. “You can see there, where its bum area is bald, is where she has recently shed hair and she’s probably in that mode right now,” explained Dubois after she used a large set of tweezers to probe the arachnid from its hiding hole. A quick Wikipedia search explains the Goliath’s ugly side. “They carry venom in their fangs and have been known to

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Duncan Pets’ Rosanne Dubois watches as the store’s ﬁrst true birdeating Goliath spider awakes. Ashley Degraaf

bite when threatened, but the venom is relatively harmless and its effects are comparable to those of a wasp’s sting,” the website reads. “Also, when threatened, they rub their abdomen with their hind legs and release hairs that are a severe irritant to the skin and mucous membranes. “They have urticating hairs that can even be harmful to humans and are considered by some to be the most harmful tarantula urticating hair of all.” Duncan Pets’ Goliath is still a juvenile and therefore relatively small, about the size of a baseball, but Dubois said females have the ability to grow to the size of a dinner plate.

“These spiders are fascinating for some people,” Dubois said. “Their webbing, hunting abilities are what people are interested in.” Duncan Pets’ Goliath runs at about $200. And ownership is not expecting her to hang around the shop long. “There are a lot of people who would be just fascinated with her,” said Dubois, noting the Goliath falls under the store’s policy, only acquiring captive-bred, non-deadly animals. “We don’t carry anything that’s deadly,” said Dubois. “Our policy is if it can kill a child or eat a cat, then we don’t want it.” They’re are also very particular about their customers. “If someone comes in asking for our most deadly, scariest pet, they’re not going to be a customer of ours.”

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Pooches perfect reading pals for Cowichan children Reading Tails: St. John Ambulance gaining popularity in community Ashley Degraff

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ogs have always been man’s best friends, but now they’re chumming with Cowichan’s kids. That’s thanks to a spin-off program called Reading Tails, through Cowichan’s St. John Ambulance’s already existing therapy dog program. Reading Tails is about kids reading to pets. “It has been a huge success in this community,” said Tails’ coordinator and SJA’s therapy dog unit facilitator, Judy Wood. “We’ve really seen a difference with children’s behavior.” Reading Tails, and similar programs, including Tail Wagin’ Tutors, have been gaining popularity among folks across the country. And for good reason. “Improving the child’s skill of reading is the major benefit of the program. But, there are many more positives that arise from this activity,” states Therapy Dogs International’s website. “Another benefit is the joy children get from being around a dog. Most children just seem to naturally love animals, and especially dogs. Imagine the positive motivation this gives to the child as they sit by, read to, and pat a calm and gentle dog.” Cowichan’s Reading Tails made its debut last year and has since gained a lot of interest. “I could see the need and value of children reading to dogs in schools,” said Wood, noting they’ve brought the program into four local schools and three local dogs have been certified in specialized

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Cowichan St. John Ambulances’s Judy Wood’s dog Talini enjoys a good book with a Reading Tails participant in a previous session. courtesy Reading Tails

training. “It’s a very calm atmosphere. The child sits with the dog on the floor on a blanket or a piece of foam and just reads. If a child needs help, we don’t interfere,” explained Wood. “We’re not there to perfect them, so there’s no threat. It’s basically come and read and have some fun.” Reading buddy dogs are put through a certification course, which includes 10 visits with an adult before an evaluation with lots of loud noises, children and toys. “This is so we know they are able to be

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DATELINE: COWICHAN

1913: Odd Fellows Station Street got another new building when mayor and council attended a ceremony to lay the corner stone of the new Independent Order of Odd Fellows (I.O.O.F) hall.

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1913: moss The City of Duncan clerk informed people and firms with moss on their roofs to remove it immediately or there would be consequences. Roof moss was contrary to the regulations of the city.

1913: militia

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Major Hodgins was responsible for raising a militia in Cowichan of eight companies with 40 men in each. He would also choose a site and supervise construction of a drill hall.

Duncan heritage being built before their eyes

Dateline 1913: Garage, school construction planned Ann Andersen

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uncan Garage and Duncan Elementary School are enduring reminders of our past. Both sturdy brick buildings are among several major structures in Duncan that got their start 100 years ago. “The Duncan Garage has decided to erect a twostorey brick building on the east side of the railway track, between the Quamichan and Alderlea Hotels,” blared The Leader in April, 1913. Work had begun on excavation, and building would be strictly modern in every way, added the writer. Floor space on each floor would be about 60 by 100 feet, with the ground floor containing the company’s general offices, main storage room for automobiles, and smaller areas like a ladies’ waiting room. Upstairs, there’d be living quarters for employees, a machine room, tool rooms and a paint stop. Total cost would be more than $10,000, with the company hoping to move in June 1. Meanwhile, at a special meeting of Duncan City school board, a contract for construction of the new school at Cairnsmore and the main road was awarded to Island Building Co. for $23,990 excluding heating, $7,000 less than their original bid. Original estimates by all five bidding companies were much higher than available for the building.

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Pastor, columnist and community servant mourned CAPRICE THEATRE

Obituary: Fran Darling dead at 61

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everend Frances Marr Darling — a local United Church minister, women’s rights advocate, columnist, and mother — died quietly Saturday. She was 61. Husband Pete Leckie noted his wife’s tenacity and community commitment in the face of illness. “Fran finished her Easter sermon at Chemainus United,” the surgeon said of his musical spouse of 37 years. “Late in life, she came to the ministry and helped lots of people.”

“Once she got into the ministry, she really found her niche. Fran brought lots of joy and comfort to those who needed it,” he said. “Fran loved the Cowichan Valley, and the people here — she found her heart and soul here.’’ After an internship at Grace United in Dartmouth, N.S., Darling graduated with an honours Masters of Divinity. She was ordained as a United Church minister in 2008, and began her ministry at Cedar United Church, and Chemainus United Church. Her bachelor of arts and music from McGill University and a long history of community involvement sparked Darling’s stint as a columnist with the Cowichan News Leader Pictorial, something she retired from when she decided to pursue her ministry.

at Atchison Palmer Accountants. “Fran worked hard and trained her (soprano-alto) voice, and was beautiful when singing and playing piano,” said Leckie. Her friends included George Seymour, former diplomat and North Cowichan councillor. “I was deeply impressed by Fran’s knowledge and integrity,’’ he said. “She had remarkable insight into a wide range of subjects, including at the international level. “She’ll be remembered for her Frances Marr Darling delivered an Easter strong sense of humanity and sermon less than a week before her death. justice — and her interest in hisThe Vancouver native, and tory as a measure of lessons that grandmother of three, sang should be learned.” with the Concenti Singers and Communion is from 1 to 2 p.m. supported Cowichan’s hefty arts at Duncan’s New Life Baptist scene. Volunteering twinned work Church on April 13, immediately with the Chemainus Theatre, and followed by a celebration of life.

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The hand-hooked rugs and paintings of Colleen Wilke take centre stage this month at Imagine That! According to event promoter Margot Page, Wike’s creations are made with her designs or adaptations of her family’s antique rugs. “Hooking rugs can be the ultimate in creative expression. It is relatively simple to learn, and

consists of one stitch - using a hook to pull a loop of yarn or fabric strip through a hole in a backing,” Page said in a media release. “From this basic platform, you can expand to design your own patterns, dye your colours and hooking the cloth strips into the backing. There are many levels of rug hooking and the combinations of colour, texture and design are endless.

Cowichan News Leader Pictorial 19 The craft is appealing because it makes the beginner look good, yet challenges the expert.” Also on display will be the work of Chemainus artist Christine Allan. The show runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. until April 27 at the artisans’ co-op, 251 Craig Street, Duncan. For more information,visit the website imaginethatartisans.com or call 250-748-6776.

How do you spell quirky fun on stage?

Pandemonium: Cowichan Secondary students stage Tony-award-winning 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Ashley Degraaf

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-A-N-D... Pandemonium may be a tough word to spell, but it’s one that exemplifies Cowichan Secondary’s rendition of Tony-award winning musical comedy, 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Pandemonium is also the title of one of several songs involved in this production, which debuts Wednesday, April 10, and was conceived by author Rebecca Feldman’s book and directed in Broadway’s 2005 version by James Lapine. “It’s just a really quirky, funny play,” summed Grade 12 student Brooklyn Minnie, who plays Spelling Bee’s Olive Ostrovsky. “She’s really shy, and very reserved,” she explained of her character, who’s the complete opposite of herself. “Her only friend is her dictionary.” “I started hiding behind my hair and just trying to put myself in her shoes,” Minnie says of her transformation which saw her recently get excited over stumbling across a dictionary. “I was getting a little too into my character,” she said. The one-act show centres on a fictional spelling bee set in a geographically ambiguous Putnam Valley Middle School. Six quirky adolescents compete in the bee, run by three equally-quirky grown-ups. “We’re always looking for more shows that

are more current and a challenge than the typical high-school productions,” said the school’s performing arts teacher Mike Moroz. “This felt like a great fit for us.” The last musical Cow High staged was 2012’s Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. “This production is very different,” explained Moroz. “It’s a two-hour show without any breaks for the cast. They’re on the stage for the full show, and that will be the challenge.” Other challenges for Cowichan Secondary’s performing arts Grade 10, 11 and 12 students include thinking on their toes as with every showing, audience members are chosen before the show to actually participate in the Spelling Bee. “If the audience member isn’t doing what we want them to, that could mean a split-second line-change,” said Keygan Hankins, who takes on the role of finicky William Barfee. “They did this in the Broadway version and people were actually attending the production just to be able to challenge the students in the spelling bee,” Moroz said. Also on the bill is Grade 12 student Robyn Fortunat who takes a turn as Spelling Bee’s Marcy Park, who’s a peppy perfectionist with a “darker side that she doesn’t show anyone,” explained Fortunat. Kyle Ferguson plays alpha male Chip Tolentino. “He’s pretty certain he has the words down and he’s going to win,” Ferguson said of his character’s macho confidence. One the other side of the fence stands the more constrained Barfee.

Ashley Degraaf

Spelling Bee leads, Robyn Forunat and Keygan Hankins (centre) perform Pandemonium in a rehearsal Wednesday. “He’s scared to be emotional and he’s scared to attach,” Hankins said of his character and his barriers. He also has a so-called magic foot that helps him spell. “Everyone who sees this will be able to relate to at least one of these characters,” said Moroz. “In every school there’s that time where you’re searching for a place to fit in. That’s what’s happening here. Everyone has their place and this is a world that belongs to them.”

Your ticket: What: 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee When: April 10 to 13, 18 to 20, 7:30 p.m. Where: Neighbourhood Playhouse (old Maple Bay school) Tickets: $15, $12 for students/seniors except on a “pay-as-you-can” opening night. Available at the school, the door, or online at brownpapertickets.com/event/304020

Shawnigan Lake School stalwart’s service celebrated in organ recital Graham Anderson: Ashley Degraaf

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courtesy Shawnigan Lake School

The late Graham Anderson is a Shawnigan Lake School grad who worked there as a teacher and a mentor for more than 50 years.

hawnigan Lake School is honouring former student, teacher and mentor, the late Graham Anderson in a recital April 7 featuring the largest organ north of the Malahat. Stephen Shields, Shawnigan’s organist for more than 20 years, will perform on the organ Anderson relocated, rebuilt and maintained. “As Graham Anderson had a profound

impact on the lives of many, not only in our school community but also in the greater Cowichan Valley, I would hope that we might see up to 100 (or more) guests,” the school’s director of communications Ryan Panton said. “People attending the show can expect a performance that will show off the versatility and beauty of the organ that is being showcased.” “He has an intimate knowledge of the organ’s nuances and the chapel space,” explained Panton. “Additionally, the young man (Alex Chen) who will be dueting on the violin is an accomplished performer in his own right.” Anderson graduated from Shawnigan in 1946 and served as a teacher and mentor for

more than 50 years thereafter. He died in November, 2012. “The recital in his honour is hoped to be a fitting tribute to a man whose legacy lives on in the generations of students and educators whose lives are all the richer for the interactions they shared with him,” a press release about the event said. Your ticket What: Graham Leslie Memorial Organ Recital When: Sunday, April 7, 2 p.m. Where: Shawnigan Lake School Chapel Tickets: Admission is free

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Saturday Escape Artists Annual Show: Opens 11 a.m., Shirley Lawrence Bellows demonstrates Coloured Pencil Techniques, 1:30 to 3 p.m., The Loft Gallery at Valley Vines to Wines, 260-2720 Mill Bay Rd. More info call 250-743-4647. The Shawnigan Gathering 2013: April 6 and 7: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday; and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Shawnigan Lake Community Centre, www. shawnigangathering.ca for info. Garage Sale & BBQ Fundraiser: hosted by the Elks of Canada 9

a.m. to 3 p.m. Located in the hall at Chemainus Gardens. Entry: free/tables $10, hot dogs $1, call (250) 857-4224 for info.

and the Brentwood College School Jazz Choir with the Hot Velvet Jazz Band at 7 p.m., 3295 Cobble Hill Rd. Admission by donation.

Burger and Beer for the Brain: for local boy Curt Knippelberg who requires brain surgery, 50/50, silent auction and live music at the Oak & Carriage Pub, 6 p.m. Tickets $20.

Seeking Volunteers: for the third race of the Vancouver Island Cup cross country race schedule at Maple Mountain. Registration, the ﬁnish line and course marshals are needed.

See some of Canada’s fastest cross country mountain bike racers and check out a great new place to ride. E-mail at bikes@cowichancycles.com if interested.

Monday Brain Fitness Program: from the Cowichan Seniors Community Foundation, 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Kin Park Youth Urban Farm Grand Opening: At 11 a.m, Town Crier, ceremonial fruit tree planting and tour of gardens and greenhouse.

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Dave Camble and Friends at the Duncan Garage Showroom: Singer/songwriter, 8 p.m. $15 at the door, $12 advance, 330 Duncan St.

Mozzarella Making Class: With Chef Michael Bardeau as our Head Chef at Foxglove Inn and Cooking School, 8035 Vye Rd., Crofton, $45 per person, 6 to 8 p.m. www.foxgloveinn.com.

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GONSKE, Mary August 26, 1926 - March 20, 2013 On March 20, Mary Gonske, 86, of Duncan went to be with her Lord and Savior. She was born to the late John and Maria Toews on Aug. 26, 1926 in Gretna, Manitoba. She married the late Theodre Ervin Gonske in April 1944. She is survived by 10 children, 18 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, 1 brother and 1 sister. A Memorial Service to celebrate her life will be held at St. John's Anglican Church, 486 Jubilee St, Duncan on April 13 at 1pm. Cremation has taken place with burial of ashes at a later date.

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DEATHS THE DON ROBERTSON FAMILY We would like to thank the many family and friends for the cards and loving support and for attending the Good Old Days Reception on Sat. March 30, 2013. With much love and gratitude, Jackie & Family.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS COMING EVENTS BALL PLAYERS NEEDED: Looking for 50 yrs, plus, experienced ball players for slow pitch league at Chesterfield. Contact (250) 748-2755

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Schepp). Fran grew up in Vancouver, Calgary, and Winnipeg. Although she graduated High School in Montreal, she always considered herself a graduate of Winnipeg’s Kelvin High School with lifelong buddies Yael Brotman, Ian Gemmill, Grant Mitchell, Craig Parks, Nick Rice and Brian Sharkey. She then attended McGill University, where she received her Bachelor of Arts in English. There, she joined the Gama Phi Beta International Sorority, forging deep friendships with sorority sisters Verian Farnsworth, Kathy Fox, Karin Hartner, Linda La Roque, Ann Layton, Elspeth Mackay and Sharron Wall. Following graduation, she worked in Advertising and Public Relations for CKGM Radio. In Montreal, she met her love and partner for life, Dr. Peter Leckie. On September 6th, 1975 they were married and a year later they moved to Vancouver, BC. 1978 saw the arrival of their daughter Nancy Barbara Darling Leckie (Charlebois), and, in 1981, son David Francis Darling Leckie completed their family of four. Next came a move to Duncan BC. There, Fran pursued her career in writing as an editorialist for the Cowichan Newsleader/Pictorial. She was committed to volunteering for a variety of organizations and worked for the Chemainus Theatre and Atchison Palmer Accountants. In 2005, Fran gained a son in-law with the marriage of Nancy to Commander Dan Charlebois RCN. In 2012, David’s marriage to Lori Ravenstorm added not only a daughter inlaw, but also granddaughter Abbey Ravenstorm (1995) to the clan. Her greatest joy came from her granddaughters, Abbey, Emilia Jane Charlebois (2009), and Isla Lee Charlebois (2013). Over the last decade, Fran pursued her passions for music, writing, and service to others by attending the Vancouver School of Theology. She was granted an award for excellence in preaching, earned a certificate as a Labyrinth Facilitator from Veriditas, and focused her honours work in the area of Christian Education. After a year-long internship at Grace United in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, she graduated with Honours, earning her Masters of Divinity. She was then ordained as a United Church Minister in 2008. She began her Ministry at both Cedar United Church and Chemainus United Church, staying at Chemainus United until her death. Wife, mother, sister, sister in-law, aunt, friend and minister, our cherished Fran will be forever missed by her family, friends and the many facets of community that she so loved and dedicated her life to. Communion will be offered from 1:00 p.m to 2:00pm at the New Life Baptist Church,1839 Tzouhalem Road, Duncan BC on Saturday April 13, 2013 followed by a Celebration of Life at 2:00 p.m. Memorial remembrances may be made in the form of a donation to the Chemainus United Church, PO Box 71, Chemainus BC V0R 1K0. Online condolences may be offered at www.hwwallacecbc.com “Bonne nuit, beaux reves. Si tu reve aux anges, tu reves a moi.” (Good night, sweet dreams. If you dream of angels, you dream of me.)

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DARLING, Reverend Frances Marr It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Reverend Frances Marr Darling. Fran was born in Vancouver, BC on August 2nd, 1951 to Frank and Barbara Darling. Predeceased by her father Frank Darling and brother Peter Darling (Nancy Cameron), Fran is survived by her beloved mother Barbara and sisters, Marcia (Mack Scott), Barbara (David Crowther) and Mary (Mike

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AUSTIN, Derek Edward (1953 – 2013) We announce with profound sadness that Derek died on April 1, 2013 after a year-long battle with cancer. He is survived by Sandra Ann Austin (Sandy), his wife, best friend and soul mate. Also surviving him is his brother, Roy Austin and his wife, Carol. Derek enjoyed a rich life with no regrets. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. A Service of Remembrance and Thanksgiving will be held at St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, 3295 Cobble Hill Road, Cobble Hill, on Monday, April 8, 2013 at 11:00 am. Donations in Derek’s memory may be made to the Cowichan District Hospital Foundation, the Cowichan Valley Hospice Society or the BC Cancer Foundation. Online condolences may be offered at www.hwwallacecbc.com

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You have been through enough. Let our event team handle the details for your loved one’s Celebration of Life. Please contact Mike Brown at 250-743-5100 (27) or mbrown@golfbc.com with any inquiries. PETER, Kurt Erwin April 4, 1934 – March 31, 2013 Passed away at home with his wife and daughter by his side. He is survived by: wife Lynn, daughter Deborah Clark (Kevin) of Stony Plain Alberta, grandsons Stuart and Jarrod Clark of Edmonton Alberta, brothers Erich Peter (Audrey) of Duncan, Helmuth Peter (Kay) of Kelowna, sisters Edith Klassen of Altona Manitoba, Irma Carlson of Phoenix Arizona, and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Kurt was a man of few words and much wisdom which he was glad to share. He will be missed by all. Our thanks to Dr. Eberhard, the Home Care nurses and our supportive family and friends. There will be no service at Kurt’s request. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Agency would be appreciated. Online condolences may be offered at www.hwwallacecbc.com

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NANAIMO: SEEKING resident manager couple, 60 units. Tasks include minor repairs, rental. Remuneration equivalent to $43,000 + med. benefits. Please Fax Resume to: 250-920-5437 or email:

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HOLIDAY Relief/On-Call reception wanted for fast paced Physiotherapy office. Medical office experience preferred, but not a necessity. Must be competent with computers and office programs, handling cash and telephones. Afternoon to evening coverage required. We are looking for someone with excellent customer relations, able to work independently, yet part of the team, personable, creative and motivated to learn and be able to complete their daily tasks. Please reply to File # A-953, c/o News Leader Pictorial, #2-5380 TCH, Duncan, BC V9L 6W4. Only those candidates considered for the position will be contacted.

BARTENDER POSITION Quwâ€™utsunâ€™ Cultural Conference Centre, requires a motivated & energetic bartender to join our staff to serve conferences and weddings. The bartenderâ€™s main job is to know standard drink recipes & be able to mix drinks quickly and accurately. In addition to bartending duties, the Bartender will work with Management to implement and maintain liquor controls and liquor inventory procedures. RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS: Serving It Right Certificate. Effectively work in a fast pace environment. Must have strong customer & communication skills. Able to work independently and as a team player. Setup and tear down of bar. Work flexible hours, evenings & weekends Please refer to reference #: Bartender 2013. Mail cover letter, resume and 3 References to: Attn: Harvey Dick, 200 Cowichan Way, Duncan, BC or via email: resume@ khowutzun.com Deadline: April 22, 2013 at 4pm. We thank all applicants in advance and will only be in contact with those who are short-listed.

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Expressions of Interest â€“ Janitorial Services

The Municipality of North Cowichan invites expressions of interest for Janitorial Services at the following locations: 1. North Cowichan Municipal Hall (7030 Trans Canada Highway) and North Cowichan Operations Building (2975 Sprott Road); 2. North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP detachment (6060 Canada Avenue); 3. a) Chemainus Tri-Services Safety building (RCMP only â€“ 9921 Chemainus Road); b) Chemainus and Crofton sewage treatment plants (9575 Bare Point Road and 1575 Chaplin Street); and c) Chemainus and Crofton public washrooms (9758 Chemainus Road, 9799 Waterwheel Crescent; and 1505 Joan Avenue). The successful proponent must provide: 1. proof of a current North Cowichan Business Licence; 2. WorkSafe BC Certification; 3. employees bonding; and 4. criminal records check.

Additional security clearances may be required for RCMP contracts.

Expressions of Interest must be in writing, provide details of present contracts and janitorial experience, and include at least 2 work-related references. Following a review of these responses, a formal Invitation to Bid will be issued. Please address your submission to: Mark Ruttan, Director of Administration Municipality of North Cowichan PO Box 278, Duncan, BC V9L 3X4 To ensure consideration, the Expressions of Interest must be received by no later than 4.30 pm, Friday, April 26, 2013.

Come work for AdvoCare Health Services, we take â€œPride in Caringâ€? We are currently recruiting casual, potentially permanent positions at Cerwydden Care Centre in Duncan. For more information and to apply please see our website www.advocarehealth.com or email resume: Susan.Bellows@ advocarehealth.com or fax: (1) 250-597-2894

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS CVRD PARKS MAINTENANCE Electoral Area G â€“ Saltair/Gulf Islands The Cowichan Valley Regional District invites bids by sealed proposal for the maintenance of Community Parks in Electoral Area G - Saltair/Gulf Islands. The contract is based on an 8 month service period from May 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013. All servicing will proceed according to the "2013 Community Parks Maintenance Service Program â€“ Electoral Area G - Saltair/Gulf Islands" package available for pick-up at the Cowichan Valley Regional District ofÂżce located at 1 Ingram Street in Duncan, BC on Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. The Cowichan Valley Regional District reserves the right to reject all proposals and negotiate with any bidder. Please submit all proposals in a sealed envelope marked "Request for Proposals for 2013 Community Parks Maintenance Service Program â€“ Electoral Area G - Saltair/Gulf Islands". There will be a mandatory site meeting held on Thursday, April 11, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at Saltair Centennial Park, located off South Oyster School Road, Saltair, BC. All proposals must be received NO LATER THAN 2:00 p.m., Thursday April 18, 2013. Address proposals to: Ryan Dias, Parks Operations Superintendent Parks & Trails Division Parks, Recreation & Culture Department Cowichan Valley Regional District 1 Ingram Street, Duncan, BC V9/ 118 For more information regarding maintenance schedule and park location, please contact Mr. Ryan Dias, Parks Operations Superintendant, at the Regional District ofÂżce at 2 0- 2 20 or toll free 1-800- -39 . COWICHAN VALLEY Phone: (250) 746-2500 REGIONAL DISTRICT Fax: (250) 746-2513 175 Ingram Street Duncan, B.C. V9L 1N8

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RIVERWALK CAFE FOOD BEVERAGE SERVER The Quwâ€™utsunâ€™ Cultural and Conference Centre is currently seeking an energetic and people orientated server for the Riverwalk Cafe. QUALIFICATIONS: â€˘ knowledge of Coast Salish foods, their origins, traditional uses and harvesting methods. â€˘ Enjoy working with the public. â€˘ Effectively work in a fast paced environment. â€˘ Experience with cash transactions & be a team player. DUTIES & QUALIFICATIONS: Taking reservations in a caring and helpful manner. Assist other serving and kitchen staff, keep host stand neat and tidy and professional. Continuously set and clean tables on a daily basis. Assist with cash-in cashout procedures on a daily basis. Work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays. Please refer to Reference #: Server 2013. Mail cover letter, resume and 3 references to: Attn: Harvey Dick, 200 Cowichan Way, Duncan, BC or email: resume@ khowutzun.com Deadline: April 22, 2013 at 4pm. We thank all applicants in advance and will only be in contact with those who are short-listed. CLUXEWE RESORT Mgr. required by Kwakiutl Band Council in Port Hardy to manage cabins, campground and restaurant. Enquire for job description or apply to manager@kwakiutl.bc.ca or fax 250949-6066 by midnight on April 12, 2013. F/T. Salary commensurate with experience. FINANCE ADMINISTRATOR â€“including HR Admin, strategic planning, reqâ€™d at Kwakiutl Band Council in Port Hardy, VI. Enquire for job description / Apply to manager@kwakiutl.bc.ca or fax 250-9496066 by April 12, 2013. F/T, salary commensurate with experience. HEALTH DIRECTOR required by Kwakiutl Band Council in Pt. Hardy, VI. Enquire for job description /apply to Casey.Larochelle@kwakiutl.bc.ca or fax 250-949-6066 by midnight on April 30, 2013. P/t (0.7 FTE), salary commensurate with experience.

Help Wanted LADYSMITH PRESS needs physically fit individuals for their continually expanding collating department. Part time positions available 8 - 16 hrs/wk, $10.34/hr. Afternoon and graveyard shifts - must be available Wednesdays. Benefits, profit sharing and advancement opportunities. Please submit your resume between 9 am and 5 pm in person to: Ladysmith Press, 940 Oyster Bay Drive, Ladysmith, BC or mail to: Ladysmith Press, PO Box 400, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A3. No phone calls please. We would like to thank in advance all who apply, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

RIVERWALK LINE PREP COOK The line-Prep cook under the direction of the Quwâ€™utsunâ€™ Cultural Conference Chef will prepare present & dispatch all food products for the Riverwalk CafĂŠ. RESPONSIBILITIES: â€˘ Prep of various menu items from recipes or direction from Chef Plate & Garnish dishes according to standards â€˘ Dishwashing & cleanliness of kitchen work flexible hours, including evenings & weekends. QUALIFICATIONS: â€˘ Food Safe Certificate WHMIS Certificate, excellent customer service skills, experience of at least 4 years in a kitchen setting. â€˘ Take direction from Chef and Manager â€˘ Team Player. â€˘ Knowledge of Coast Salish foods & culture an asset. Please refer to Reference #: Line Prep Cook 2013. Mail cover letter, resume & 3 References to: Attn: Harvey Dick 200 Cowichan Way, Duncan, BC or email: resume@ khowutzun.com We thank all applicants in advance and will only be in contact with those who are short-listed.

SALES RETAIL ASSOCIATE Quwâ€™utsunâ€™ Cultural Conference Centre, requires a motivated and energetic Sales/Retail Associate. The Sales associate who can greet customers in warm friendly manner. RESPONSIBILITIES: Order art and merchandise and maintain computerized inventory system. Display merchandise in a professional and artistic manner. Perform daily cash in & out procedures. Work flexible hours, evenings & weekends when needed. Operate Theatre equipment as needed according to daily schedule. QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in Retail Sales. Knowledge of Cowichan or Coast Salish Art and Culture. Must have strong customer service skills and work independently. Please refer to reference #: Retail 2013. Mail cover letter, resume & 3 References to: Attn: Harvey Dick, 200 Cowichan Way, Duncan, BC or via email: resume@ khowutzun.com Deadline: April 22, 2013 at 4pm. We thank all applicants in advance and will only be in contact with those who are short-listed.

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HELP WANTED HOME CARE NURSE required by Kwakiutl Band Council in Pt. Hardy, VI. Enquire for job description / apply to Casey.Larochelle@kwakiutl.bc.ca or fax 250-9496066 by April 30, 2013. F/T, salary commensurate with experience. Good benefits.

ON CALL SEASONAL TOUR GUIDE The Quwâ€™utsunâ€™ Cultural & Conference Centre is seeking post secondary student candidates for the position of Cultural Interpretive Guide in the Admissions Department. CULTURAL INTERPRETER GUIDES: As employees of the Cultural Centre you will tell stories & legends to guests to improve the understanding of Canadaâ€™s first nationâ€™s people. This position is especially unique to Cowichan band members as it allows them practice and live many traditions daily, keeping them alive by sharing them with many others. SOME QUALIFICATIONS & DUTIES: Knowledge of Cowichan & Coast Salish, traditions & Community. Clear and articulate speaker. Must be people oriented; friendly and a team player. Ability to speak Hulâ€™qumiâ€™num an asset. Explain in detail totem poles/carvings & buildings on site. Work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays. Please refer to reference #: Tour Guide 2013. Mail cover letter, resume and 3 References to: Attn: Harvey Dick, 200 Cowichan Way, Duncan, BC or via email: resume@ khowutzun.com Deadline: April 22, 2013 at 4pm. We thank all applicants in advance and will only be in contact with those who are short-listed.

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Experienced Dependable individual required to work in/supervise the paint department in a hardware & building supply store, location Duncan, BC. Attractive salary and benefits for the right person. Call Lyle & Assoc. at (250) 597-4395

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WORK WANTED 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

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DUNCAN: 5618 Georgetown Rd., Sat., Apr. 6th, 9-2pm. Clothes, toys and household items. Neighborhood sale. DUNCAN: Huge garage sale, Sat & Sun, Apr 6 & 7, 9-3pm. Antiques, collectable’s & more. 2631 Bruce Rd, off Wilson. DUNCAN: WOT MOOSE, 1074 Holmes St. Sat., Apr 6, 9-2. Sports equip, high chair, light fixture, dresser, books, misc

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The Cowichan News Leader Pictorial requires an ambitious flexible individual for a part time temporary office assistant for approximately 16 hours per week, Monday to Thursday. The successful candidate will be an outgoing high energy person who enjoys working in a team environment. You should have experience in general office duties as well as exceptional customer service and communication skills. Responsibilities include providing exceptional customer service and clerical work. This position requires basic computer skills (email, word processing, Excel), strong telephone skills, 40 wpm typing and proof reading skills.

Resumes with cover letter should be forwarded in conﬁdence by April 12, 2013 to: The Cowichan News Leader Pictorial Attn: Bill Macadam, Publisher #2 5380 Trans Canada Hwy Duncan, BC V9L 6W4 email: publisher@cowichannewsleader.com We would like to thank in advance all who apply, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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GARAGE SALE Huge event with 66 tables of children’s toys, clothing & family goods.

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MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS PIANO APARTMENT sized“Nordheiner-Heintzman” comes with bench, $500. Call (250)753-5650. VIOLINS, one Adult & one child. Also, 3/4 size Cello. Very, very nice condition. Please call (250)701-2035.

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE BY OWNER Comfortable, Cozy 2bdrm, 980sq.ft in 55+ Mobile Park. 6 appli’s, furniture. Lrg vine covered deck, fruit trees, garden space. Reduced to $75,000. Move in! 250-754-6436

HELP WANTED

JOB OPPORTUNITIES - THREE CAMPGROUND ATTENDANTS (Fairy Lake/Lizard Lake, Pine Point, Maple Grove) Must be physically fit. Must be proficient in basic math skills and possess the ability to deal with collecting money and reconciling fees to permits issued. Preference would be given to those with their own camping trailer. Must be prepared to live at their designated campsite over night. Will be required to live away from home for periods of up to six (6) days at a time. Must be able to deal with the public in a professional manner and must be able to handle stressful situations. Must possess a vehicle and valid BC driver’s license and submit clean drivers abstract. Must provide a criminal record check that allows for dealing with the public of all ages. Previous experience in the field of tourism/recreation is an asset. Training and possession of a level 1-3 first aid ticket is preferred. To apply submit a resume with three references to resumes@khowutzun.com by Friday April 19, 2013. When submitting application, please quote: KFS-CA in the subject line. *Only those shortlisted will be notified*. For a detailed job description, please contact Dan Williams at daniel@khowutzunforest.com

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REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

FOR SALE BY OWNER

HOUSES FOR SALE

APARTMENT/CONDO

APARTMENTS FURNISHED

COTTAGES

HOMES FOR RENT

MUST VIEW Mountain View

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

LAKE COWICHAN- clean 2 bdrm cottage. Quiet, rural area. F/S. $600 mo + utils. 250-749-4061.

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

SKUTZ FALLS area of Lk Cowichan: Cottage on 3 acre fenced property. $780.+ utils. Inclds satallite TV. Pet neg. Avail April 15. (250)749-4780.

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

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

3 BDRM duplex, 3 bath, W/D hookup. N/S, N/P. $1100/m. 1 (250) 748-2892

CHEMAINUS 5-BDRM, 2.5 baths, fenced garden, F/S, W/D, $1200. inclds utils. May 1st. NS/NP. 1(250)244-1992. CHEMAINUS LAKEFRONT duplex home. 3-bdrm + den upper, 2 baths. $1400 mo + utils. Refâ€™s reqâ€™d. Call (250)616-1954 (306)320-1880 DUNCAN, 3 or 4 bdrm mobile on 5 acres, close to town, F/S, W/D, 1.5 baths, outbuildings, $1275/m. Avail end of May. (250)748-2719 (250)510-9442 DUNCAN - Older house, 2-3 bedroom, no dogs, $1200. Phone (250)748-0691 LADYSMITH 3 bdrm, 2 storey home, D/W, small yard, NS/NP, $895 mo. Avail April. 15. Call 1-250-248-4816. LAKE COWICHAN 3-bdrm duplex, avail now, f/s, heat incl Laundry room, garage. $890. (250)715-5810, (250)748-4253 MAPLE BAY- 3 bdrms, 2 bath, new 14 jet bathtub with blue pearl granite counter top, 2400sq ft. Great new updates! Amazing new kitchen with granite, 5 appls, 2 airtight wood stoves, forced air furnace. Private setting. Paved driveway, large pond, large orchard. $1850. Barn & acreage negotiable. 1-780-381-4217.

BEST DEAL in Lake Cowichan! 1100sq ft Rancher, 2 bdrms possible 3rd, carport, borders creek. Bright, clean, well built w/recent upgrades. $179,000. Call 250-749-6629 or 250-510-6877.

HOUSES FOR SALE

DUNCAN- 3444 Auchinachie Rd, 3 bdrm, 2 bathrooms, 1500 sq ft Rancher built in 2006 with new home warranty remaining. Quality finishing 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. 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

PORT HARDY SPECTACULAR WATERFRONT 8535 Shipley. Offers are now being accepted to purchase this premier .6 acre downtown oceanfront property. One blk. from Govt. Dock. As improvements are not yet complete the price may vary as will offers. Interested? Please contact us at the property or phone Gerd 520-955-7461 or Dan 250949-1055. All offers considered.

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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

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO $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).

1 Bedroom $620 - $645 2 Bedroom $725 - $750 Balconies, elevator, games room, sauna, on-site laundry. Walk to shopping, Sportsplex, VIU and Aquatic Centre Includes: H/W, fridge & stove, parking, blinds & storage. Sorry, no pets For appointment to view, call resident manager 250-748-8248

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DUNCAN: 1 bdrm condo. Bright and clean, main floor. Well maintained and quiet building on McKinstry. Large bdrm with extra storage. Ensuite laundry. Walking distance to shopping and University campus. 5 applâ€™s, N/S. Parking. Near by storage locker. Avail. May 1 (possibly sooner) $775. 250-701-0808 Chemainus: Lockwood Villa. Well kept bldg, ocean view, 1 bdrm avail. April 1st, $625 incl. heat & hot water, N/S, 1 sm pet welcome. 55+ Call Karen 250-709-2765, 250-246-1033. AVAIL APRIL. 1st. Duncan (Industrial area), 1 bdrm + den upper, in suite W/D, F/S. Suits responsible tenant, N/S, N/P, refs reqâ€™d, $775 mo. Call (250)746-7389. CENTRAL LOCATION, Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrms, balcony, F/S, heat & hot water, parking, pet considered, $550$875/mo. Call 250-748-7764. CHEMAINUS: 55+ Senior building, 1 bdrm. No pets, No smoking. $556 & $535/mo. Avail now. 250-246-4221

WAREHOUSE for rent, 2800 sq ft, secure yard, 2 load bays, 16 ft ceiling (250) 748-0229

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

MOBILE HOMES & PADS CROFTON. SEA View. 2bdrm on acreage. Storage room, carport. N/S, prefer N/P. $550./mo. (250)327-4265. Maple Bay: Double wide mobile home w/full basement. 2 bdrm up, 1 down. On private 1 acre. Avail. May 1. $950/m. (250)746-7308, 250-246-8171

Rowan Property Management Ltd. Has a large selection of homes & apartments for rent in the Cowichan Valley. Visit us at www.rowanproperty.ca or call (250)748-9090

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OFFICE/RETAIL space for rent in Cowichan Bay. Call Jim (250)746-6000.

DUNCAN- 2 bdrm upper duplex, washer/dryer, quiet, clean, utils incld. NS/NP. May 1st. $875. 250-246-1933.

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

COMMERCIAL Property For Lease 5840 Clements St. (off James St.) Duncan Large, flat, paved commercial lot measuring 120â€™ x 59â€™. Lot completely fenced with large rolling locking gate. Furnished office building (12â€™ x 26â€™) & separate storage container (19â€™ x 8â€™) on property. Very close to new VIU. Zoned C3. Available Apr. 1, 2013 $950/mo. negotiable 250-701-3062, lv message

DUNCAN- 2 bdrm, 4 appls, gas F/P, shared W/D, family oriented area. $900 mo. Avail immed. Call (250)746-8900.

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Chemainus: Ashley Court. Ground flr unit, 2 bdrm, 5 appliances. Sm pet ok, avail. now. $775/mo 250-924-6966. CROFTON- 2 bdrm apt, $750. 5 appls, 2nd floor. References required, 1 pet considered. N/S preferred. Call or text 250-709-1379. DUNCAN, BRIGHT 2 bdrm, 2 bath condo, top floor, 5 applâ€™s, close to hospital & schools. On bus route. $800/mo. Available now. Call 250-701-8759. DUNCAN DOWNTOWN, lrg bright level entry 2 bdrm. Heat, hotwater, parking incl. $850, N/S, refâ€™s. (250) 246-1457 DUNCAN- SPACIOUS 2 bdrm condo, central, 4 appls. N/S, NP. $795. Apr 1. 250-7461019,250-746-4509, after 6pm Ladysmith: 1 & 2 bdrm suites from $700/mo incl. heat & hot water, ocean views, sm pets ok. Ask about our incentives. 250-668-9086. LADYSMITH, LRG 2 bdrm, 2 bath, adult orientated condo, 5 appls, N/S. Small dog or cat ok. $1000 mo. Avail now. (250)246-2238, 250-667-7107. LEWIS STREET Condo. 2 bdrm, 5 appls, N/S, no partying, close to town. Available immed. Refâ€™s a must. $800 mo. Call (250)746-5615 or (250)710-2756.

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Larryâ€™s Cleaning (250)701-1362 CLEANING SERVICES Cowichan Home Cleaning House cleaning from Lake Cowichan to Crofton, excellent references. $20/hr. (250) 9323246 HOUSE CLEANER, $25/hr. I am an experienced, reliable, trustworthy hardworker. Excellent refâ€™s. (250)538-7862

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

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

STUCCO/SIDING MOVING & STORAGE Reliable man with 3/4 ton van & trailer for deliveries or moving and junk removal. Larry (250) 701-1362

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

TREE SERVICES LIBRA TREE for all your tree care needs. 70â€™ aerial lift, chipper. Insured, Certified Aborist Hazard Tree Assessor, Grant Haynes, (250)748-4449

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RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

HOMES FOR RENT

STORAGE

AUTO FINANCING

TRUCKS & VANS

Rowan Property Management Ltd. Has a large selection of homes & apartments for rent in the Cowichan Valley. Visit us at www.rowanproperty.ca or call (250)748-9090 Shawnigan Lake: 3 bdrm hse, 5 appl., N/P, N/S, No partiers, ref req. $1000/m. (250) 743-7565

OFFICE/RETAIL DOWNTOWN DUNCAN 2500 sq.ft. 6 separate offices, reception, conference area & kitchen, 2nd floor, AC,. $1175/mo. 604-820-8929. DUNCAN: RETAIL/OFFICE space for lease, highway exposure, A/C, ample parking. 250-746-5657 or 748-8671 DUNCAN, office/retail, downtown 950 sq.ft. ground floor, completely renoâ€™d. Reception area, 3 offices. $1050/month. Avail now. 604-820-8929

Green Door Society 900 sqft space for rent, incl. 4 office spaces, reception, washroom and 2 parking spaces. Beautifully Restored Heritage Building and grounds. Incl. triple net, $1600/mo. 250-748-3701,250-510-1209 WANT TO GET NOTICED? Prime retail/office space for rent in highly visible historical building on corner of First and Roberts in Ladysmith. 1687 sq. ft. 2 bathrooms, small kitchen, new flooring, A/C. Available June 1st. Call 250-245-2277

STORAGE DANDY MINI Storage on Joan Ave, assorted mini lockers available: 4x6, $40. 9x20, $215. 7x9, $79. 6x7, $55. Units are heated. Call or text (250)709-1379.

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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

SUITES, LOWER

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 DUNCAN- 2 bdrm, priv entr, grnd level, small yard, close to amenities. Laundry available. $700 mo + utils. NS/NP, no parties. Call 250-701-3213. DUNCAN (2km south) 1 bdrm spacious, priv entr. F/S, W/D, hydro, cable, internet incld. NON-smoker, no pets. Quiet location. Avail Now. $725. (250)748-5290 after 10am. LAKE COWICHAN: 2 bdrm. Avail. Apr. 1st. $750. Bright, clean, newer. Close to schools, bus and stores. Private patio. W/D, cable, phone, internet and hydro all incldâ€™d. N/S, cat ok. (250)932-0013. 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.

CARS

SPORTS & IMPORTS

1989 NISSAN Pick-Up $3,000. 4-cyl, standard, great on gas, great cond. Full spare and cab, 177,000km. Maintenance records. (250)713-5264 1995 G10 CHEVY cargo vanV-6 Vortec engine. $2500. Call (250)746-8182.

2004 HONDA Accord LX, one owner, 4 cyl, auto, keyless entry, loaded! 89,500 km. Michelin tires. Shop maintained, 65 point inspection, new battery. $8900. (250)748-6161

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1999 Ford F150, long box, V6, 4 wheel dr., new brakes/tires. $6500 firm. (250) 715-5412 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. $11,900. Call (250)743-0910.

SUITES, UPPER LARGE 1-BDRM, in beautiful house on wooded acreage. 15 mins to Duncan, 5 mins to Lake Cowichan. N/S. $625. inclds utils. (250)749-3854.

1985 GMC Flatdeck, 3 yr old propane system but motor worn out but still running. $800. (250) 749-4362

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

SOMENOS ROAD, North end. 1 Bdrm level entry. 2 acre property, garden. Private drive & parking. Full kitchen, W/D, full bath. $780. incl. heat/hydro/cble. Small pet considered. May 1st. 250-746-6481.

1987 BIGFOOT (11.5â€™) and truck. Roomy, comfortable, clean interior. Queen & Dble beds. Good shape. 1 owner. $9,000. (250)758-2067

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1983 GMC 1/2 ton pickup, 4x4, 6.2 diesel, auto. Good condition. $2695. ALSO: Tool box with tools $95. (250) 7467888

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

HOMES FOR RENT

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Soaring over a jump is Queen Margaret’s School student Catherine Rankin on Go Shorty during the HITS Thermal competition.

Riders turn up the heat in desert California beaming: Queen Margaret’s contingent has reason to be proud of results Don Bodger

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ot competition marked the HITS Thermal Desert Circuit in California for three Queen Margaret’s School equestrian team members, accompanied by their coach and a QMS alumna. Grade 9 students Natalia Soto Leites, Kassidy Keith, Catherine Rankin and alumna Dr. Jolene Benham rode in the hunter/jumper equestrian show held in Palm Desert in the dry terrain of Thermal. The weather actually varied from freezing the first week to above 30 degrees Celsius during the second week. Head coach Cheryl Keith made the trek with them to the competition.

“I was impressed with each of the girls’ performances,’’ noted Cheryl Keith. “This was their largest show to date, and I think that they did very well.’’ Their performances were fantastic considering the sheer quality and amount of competition. The hunter classes were huge, with more than 2,000 horses there from all over North America. Soto Leites rode Evening Star in several child jumper classes. Her best result of numerous high placings that yielded a nice ribbon collection was reserve champion in the Low Children’s Jumper 3’3’’ class. Kassidy Keith was given a horse to ride by Victoria’s Lochside Lane Stables. She formed a great partnership with the horse named Forever After. They placed third and seventh in

the Low Junior Jumpers Classes (1.2 metres). “The horse was feisty, but exciting to ride,’’ noted Keith. Rankin worked hard on her horse Go Shorty and placed consistently in all the Children’s Hunter classes. Her best performance came in the T.H.I.S. National Child Medal event where she made it to the final ride-off and claimed fourth place out of 60 riders. Benham trains with Keith at the Shirley Burr Equestrian Centre and rose to the occasion in California, placing fourth in the Adult/ Child Classic and winning championships in the Adult Amateur Jumpers during both weeks of the competition. Benham and her horse Wallabee also wound up with the Reserve Champion Mid-Circuit title.

Corpas-Navas try timely for T-Birds Close call: Shelton game down to the wire Don Bodger

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he long spring break didn’t detract from great performances by Cowichan Secondary School rugby teams on the return to game action this week. The boys took on a team from Shelton, Washington Tuesday and won a barnburner 27-26. Coach Ron Glass noted it wasn’t one of Cowichan’s best efforts, with clearly some rust evident after two weeks off from rugby. “In the end, Cowichan had done enough to win the game.’’ Fly half Seth Davis was man of the match for his ball distribution and decision-making during the game. Noah Dobson had two tries and a conversion while Brock Gowanlock scored a try and Raul CorpasNavas added a single try. Cowichan dominated play at the beginning of the match, but trailed 7-0. Cowichan then lost a player in the sin bin for 10 minutes and Shelton went ahead 14-0. That’s when the comeback started with Dobson crashing over the line while Cowichan was still down a man. Gowanlock powered over to cut the gap and then put Cowichan ahead to start the second half. Dobson scored from a set penalty play to make it 22-

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Waist wrap is conducted by Jake Aldrich of Shelton, Washington team while tackling Seth Davis of Cowichan. 14 but Shelton regained the lead with two more tries. A last-minute try by Corpas-Navas decided the issue. The Cowichan girls racked up a big 90-0 victory over a hard-working but inexperienced Ladysmith team. Cowichan shook off some spring break rust in the early going and then played a dynamic game. Sam Jory, Darien Hobday, Mikaela Fitz-George, Allie White and Sara Lowes all scored two tries. Gillian Torok-Both, Rachael Macey, Brittany Reid, Taylor Quaife, Eve Gillman and Aleah Grier scored singles. Britnie Hearsey (2), Shania Pronk, Alison Franks and Leah Theobald kicked conversions.

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North to Alaska: Scholarship a fitting reward for Cross Don Bodger

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he valley’s valuable track and field resources are being pumped north through a pipeline that’s becoming fully operational from the island

to Alaska. Haleigh Lloyd of Ladysmith previously made the trek and became an instant success in the University of Alaska Anchorage track and field program. Now, Frances Kelsey student MaryKate Cross and her friend Lexie Scott of Victoria are heading that way after they graduate. “My coach John (May) is so close with the Alaska coach up there,’’ explained Cross. “I think they keep an eye on a lot of John’s kids. I think they really like Vancouver Island. “My coach has so many athletes up there. So far, there’s four of us going up there next year.’’ That’s especially good news for track and field stars in the region who will follow and may have that same option. May has always shown a great confidence in Cross and that made the scholarship possible. Cross also considered two Canadian

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Speed demons: Massive AAA provincial meet a true test of ability Don Bodger

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Mary-Kate Cross is taking her amazing track and field talents to the University of Alaska Anchorage in the fall. She’s one of the school’s prized recruits for the next term. She came to the school’s attention through the efforts of her coach John May after a brilliant track and field season last year that included tremendous relay and individual performances.

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