Cowichan News Leader Pictorial, March 07, 2014 by Black Press Media Group

Up front: As killer sentenced, family remembers Tyler Noble On stage: Cowichan Music Festival Highlights wow once again

Your news leader since 1905

page 3 page 20

For all the news of the Cowichan region as it happens, plus stories from around British Columbia, go to our website www.cowichannewsleader.com

Friday, March 7, 2014

North Cowichan says ‘no’ to using surplus Three percent hike: Push to hold the line at one percent dies without a seconder Peter W. Rusland

News Leader Pictorial

N Kurt Knock

Stolen Hearts director Patricia Dawn, right, takes a break between interviewing for ﬁlming this week at Pine Lodge Farm to embrace one of the subjects of the documentary that’s due to premiere in the fall. from the Piikani and Kainai Tribes of the Ashley Degraaf Blackfoot Confederacy join the project with News Leader Pictorial his film crew. “We approached him in January and he orking from ground level came on board right away,” Dawn said. as a grassroots film project “He’s participated in our Aboriginal Film isn’t such a bad thing. Festival and done workshops here. He’s Especially when people aware of our community and he’s worked from every corner of the in our community before. He’s very much community are popping up to chip in. Filming underway: Child welfare interested in the issues as it affects his comStolen Hearts director Patricia Dawn remunity as well,” she said. counted Wednesday the many folks who’ve documentary coming together Dr. Graham Blackburn is also one of the came forward to help purely out of their documentary’s executive producers. thanks to the support of people own passion for the documentary currently “And his heart’s really in the centre of the being shot in Cowichan. who care project,” Dawn said. Filming for Stolen Hearts began Sunday Many others have also joined, includand addresses the statistical story that the aerial footage of the valley.” ing Cowichan midwife Selina Boily of the number of Cowichan kids in foster care is Most of the filming for Stolen Hearts has Matraea Centre and Duncan photographer well above B.C.’s average. taken place at executive producers Bernie Kurt Knock, while Maeve Maguire, Gill PoThe filmmakers are probing the personal and Marlene Willock’s 29-acre Pine Lodge lard and Dan Cutler have joined the social and cultural fallout of kids being removed Farm in Mill Bay. media team. from their homes and raised by people other “The project itself seems to have a soul of Filming will continue as contributions come than their parents. A first cut is expected to its own,” said Dawn. “When people become in, Dawn indicated, noting $8,000 was raised be shown at Cowichan’s Aboriginal Film aware of the work we’re doing they seem to at a special invite event in January, where she Festival April 22. be attracted and want to help.” presented the project to the community. “We’re filming this morning and going out She was quite enthused to have acclaimed more on page 6 in the helicopter,” said Dawn. “We’re getting Aboriginal film maker Cowboy Smithx

Stolen Hearts is stealing hearts

orth Cowichanians face an average tax hike of $41 this year, council decided after Wednesday’s long budget debate. That boost is based on a 3.05 % tax increase on the average North Cowichan home worth $325,691. Final budget approval was expected by around May. Last year’s tax rise was 3.7% on the average home, noted CAO Dave Devana. This year’s hike could have been lower if council hadn’t followed plans to fund a raft of community programs, Devana noted. He cited $30,000 for economic development, $20,000 to relocate Jen Woike: good Chemainus’ Neighbourhood business model House , $21,000 for a reserve to replace Cowichan Aquatic Centre equipment, $18,000 for a seniors fitness at Mt. Prevost school, and other programs. “Had council not approved the supplementals — things we were intending last year — (average ‘14 tax increase) would have been $29,” said Devana. Council backed staff’s recommendation to include those community program costs in its 2014-2018 financial plan — and basically lift estimated 2014 net tax hikes from 2.27% to 3.05%. Councillor John Koury’s earlier motion — that failed to find a seconder Wednesday — was to cap the 2014 budget at a 1% increase, then direct staff to draft a 2014-18 plan to include the proposed capital shift and supplementary stuff — without interrupting services. Koury touted using municipal reserves to keep taxes low, and make up differences with municipal growth. “This (proposed ‘14 budget) is an ultra-conservative approach; we’re squirreling money away for every little thing. We always have a healthy cash balance in our account,” said the frustrated councillor. He was warned by Mayor Jon Lefebure to follow council’s protocols of order. Koury persisted. “Let’s start leveraging our surpluses, and use money in the bank to do things. We haven’t spent enough time figuring out how to stimulate our economy.” But Devana and treasurer Mark Frame utilized charts showing how using reserves to drop taxes dug budget holes in recent years — forcing big tax hikes to balance shortfalls. more on page 6

$ 29

TRIPLE

SINGLE

CHEESEBURGER

$ 99

DOUBLE

CHEESEBURGER

$ 99

CHEESEBURGER

$ 99

328 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan 250-746-6841

2 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

Friday, March 7, 2014

Your News Leader Pictorial: B.C. Yukon Community Newspaper Association 2012 gold medal winner General excellence: Gold 2012, Silver 2009, Gold 2008, Gold 2007, Silver 2006, Gold 2005, Silver 2004, Gold 2003, Gold, 2002, Bronze 2001

Tulips

Fresh Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts

Assorted Colours 5 Stem Bunch Regular Retail: $4.99 Each

Product of Surrey, BC All Size Packages Regular Retail: $9.19–$9.49/lb, $20.26–$20.92/kg

On Sale

How to reach us

For enquiries about newspaper delivery: Phone: 250-856-0047 Email: circulation@cowichannewsleader.com

B.C. Press Council: The News Leader Pictorial is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org

For business-related questions: Phone: 250-856-0048 Email: publisher@cowichannewsleader.com

For classified advertising: For news tips and questions about coverage: call 1-855-310-3535 For all other advertising: Phone: 250-856-0049 call 250-746-4471 Email: editor@cowichannewsleader.com Fax number: 250-746-8529

Founded in 1905, the Cowichan News Leader Pictorial is located at 5380 Trans Canada Highway, Duncan B.C., V9L 6W4. It is published every Wednesday and Friday at Duncan, B.C. by Black Press. Copyright and/or property rights subsist in all display advertising and other material appearing in this issue. Advertising rates available on request. The News Leader Pictorial is a member of the B.C. and Yukon Community Newspapers’ Association and the Canadian Community Newspapers Association.

Black Press C O M M U N I T Y

N E W S

M E D I A

Publisher Bill Macadam Editor: John McKinley Volume: 48 Issue: 576 Date: March 7, 2014 *SA ME ITEM OF EQU LESS ER VALU AL OR E.

On Sale

*SA ME ITEM OF EQU LES SER VAL UE.AL OR

Delicious

Last Minute Deal! 10 nights Hawaii cruise & 2 nights Honolulu April 26 Departure

1198

pp/+ tax double inside cabin

Dinner Shortcuts THRIFTY Kitchens

THRIFTY Kitchens

Pork Back Ribs

Asian, Buffalo or Phillips Ale Fully Cooked 565g

Fresh Artisan Pork Sausages Grainy Mustard & Canadian Honey, Roasted Portabello Mushroom & Shallot, Roasted Leek & Caramelized Onions or Apple Cider & Herbs Minimum 125g Each Available at the Meat Counter.

250-748-8128 60 Station St. 1-800-434-0566

www.whittomestravel.com

Kathy MacLellan

Sherri Brubaker

Jill Craig

Sharon Viala

Cyndi Paddock

Serving the Cowichan Valley for over 75 years!

Grads - book your Grad Makeup appointment now. Space is limited!

Did you know our Cosmetic Department

Offers EAR PIERCING?

On Sale

129

799

Call today to book your appointment with Rhonda or take your chances and drop in.

Each

Resort wear, fashion and accessories have arrived for Spring!

THRIFTY Kitchens

Soup 11 varieties to choose from! 700ml

Also, come check out our new giftware collection.

On Sale

2 10 $

for

Avoid the mealtime crunch, fill your cart with a selection of Thrifty Kitchens favourites. Specials in Effect until Tuesday, March 11th, 2014

250-324-4488

101B - 3055 Oak Street Mon - Fri 9 to 8, Sat 9 to 6 Sun. & Holidays 12 to 5

CHEMAINUS

Friday, March 7, 2014

Got a comment or a story? email editor@cowichannewsleader.com phone 250-746-4471

UP FRONT

Heritage totem poles stolen from Malahat Inn Two heavy totem poles have been stolen from the former Malahat Mountain Inn, its owner says. Shawnigan Lake RCMP are on the case, tracing who took the poles weighing between 300 and 500 pounds, co-owner Lori Strandlund told Victoria’s CFAX radio station earlier this week. One pole is named the Malahat Chief, she said, adding she and husband, Randy, just want their

landmark artworks back. They were swiped “by someone who has no respect for history or tradition,” said Strandlund, coowner of Malahat Chalet and Moon Water Lodge. A third pole was hefted from its base and found down an embankment as the thieves apparently were unable to take it too. The totems have stood at the Island Highway site

Shawnigan family hopes lessons can be learned News Leader Pictorial

he family of Shawnigan Lake’s Tyler Noble is reacting strongly to the unnecessary violence that led to his death in 2011, while praising the overwhelming support received from so many people. Brandon Carl Huth of Victoria was sentenced in a Victoria courtroom Tuesday to two years less a day in jail plus three years probation in the manslaughter death of Noble. “I believe that the justice of the case isn’t in the verdict but by how people take Tyler’s story and think about how the effects of violence can be prevented,’’ wrote Noble’s sister Samantha, 20, in an email to the News Leader Pictorial. “Any form of violence is not OK and can result in a death.” Tyler Noble, 20 years old at the time, was struck by a single punch from Huth outside a downtown Victoria McDonald’s on Nov. 26, 2011 and fell backward, hitting his head on the sidewalk. After being taken to hospital, Noble died a few hours later. “The sentence was within the range Crown was seeking,’’ said Crown spokesman Neil Mackenzie. Huth was given credit in sentencing for 11 days already served in custody and will serve

his sentence at the Brannen Lake correctional facility in Nanaimo to be closer to his ill father. Several conditions imposed by B.C. Supreme Court Justice Malcolm Macaulay included 240 hours of community service to be completed in the first 18 months of probation. “When we met with Crown last week, this is what he thought the judge would do,’’ posted Tyler’s father, Ken Noble, on Facebook. “If Huth had received a sentence any longer than two years, he could not put him on a lengthy probation. Any sentence over two years, you do your time and that is it. It was the best sentence to keep the public safe and Huth on a short leash for the next five years.’’ Macaulay stressed in his judgement the incident was fueled by alcohol and a life was lost unnecessarily, as a result. “Clearly, it’s a tragic case, a tragic outcome,’’ said Mackenzie. Getting through the ordeal has been an almost daily occurrence for the Nobles. “We will always have a long road ahead of us knowing that Tyler will not be with us,’’ Samantha noted. “Losing someone so close to you is one of the hardest most painful things I’ve ever gone through. We wouldn’t be standing here today without the support of the community and our family and

Peter W. Rusland

News Leader Pictorial

wo Duncanites are charged with robbery, and break-and-enter after alleged assaults on the same victim, RCMP say. Jan. 7 saw North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP receive a call for assistance from a person hit with bear spray on Cliffs Road. Officers found a young local man had been sprayed by two men, Cpl. Jon Stuart’s release reads. The young man said he was assaulted, and

for some 70 years. The poles’ value wasn’t given, but it generally costs at least $1,000 per foot for Native artists to carve totems. Strandlund urged folks to look for properties sporting a totem pole, and call the police. Shawnigan Mounties can be called at 250-743-5514.

— Peter W. Rusland

North Cowichan conﬁrms new police station at Ford Road

The effects of violence: Brandon Huth sentenced to two years in the 2011 death of Tyler Noble

Don Bodger

Cowichan News Leader Pictorial 3

Peter W. Rusland

News Leader Pictorial

new police station is headed to a three-acre site on Ford Road, North Cowichan council decided Wednesday. Buying the farmland property off Drinkwater Road for $1 million from the Van Jaarsveld family, then rezoning it for public use, needs highways ministry approval. But that is expected to be a formality. Council’s third reading arrested four years of searching, studies and sometimes heated courtesy Samantha Noble debate about where to build the new cop shop, This is one of the last photos of Samantha Noble together with her brother, Tyler, at Sa- or whether to build one at all. mantha’s graduation in June 2011. Still, all councillors but John Koury seemed satisfied other sites were identified, considered then scratched due to highway and downtown friends.’’ experience for Samantha Noble. Duncan access issues, prohibitive prices, or Speaking publicly about the case “I’ve learned to always remind potential flooding problems. for the first time, Ken Noble said your family how much you love “My main concern about the Ford site is the details go far deeper than what them every day and to live each came out in court and there’s a day like it is your last, just as Tyler agricultural use,” said Councillor Al Siebring. “It’s some of the best farmland in the municiculture on the streets of Victoria has done throughout his life. I’ve pality. This isn’t my ideal site, but we have to that has to be stopped. learned that your support system move forward.” “We’re meeting with the mayor is everything. The current Canada Avenue site, owned by of Victoria to tell him what hap“Due to another individual’s North Cowichan taxpayers, is rat-infested, pened,’’ he said. actions, I lost my best friend, my flood-prone, and too small. “This wasn’t a fight, this wasn’t a brother and that is unforgivable. Koury urged council to find another site drunken brawl.’’ I hope for people to really think Ken had nothing but kind words about that when getting into an al- where the police station, new hospital, and for the actions of the police in tercation with another individual. North Cowichan fire hall could be clustered. “Because we’re spending money on land, that bringing the matter to justice. “Is it really worth it? Is it really “They were everything from worth putting my life at risk, or this changes the game for me,” he said. Outcry from locals sunk that wetland propguiding us to a shoulder to cry other individual’s, or all the indierty option. Council also mulled school board on,’’ he said. viduals present in the situation? property on Beverly, and the former Canadian Same goes for prosecutor Tim “If everyone walked away that Stokes’ execution of his duties. night, I would have had a brother Tire store that meant demolition costs. The former Hayes Logging, RONA, and “There’s nothing we can say, he’s and nieces and nephews. Because Brownsey Block, sites — plus municipal works just incredible,’’ said Noble. “We of a senseless act that night, this saw the best of the best.’’ all could have been prevented just yard land — each had highway access problems. Costs to design and build the new cop There is much to be learned by critically thinking, and that shop were pending. from this incident in personal breaks my heart.’’

Bear spray attack leads to two arrests January crimes: Robbery and B&E charges laid against two men

crooks had taken his jacket, cellphone, and personal belongings. Three days later, the same young man arrived at the Duncan detachment. He had been robbed of his bicycle by two males, one of whom was allegedly involved in the Jan. 7 incident. The victim said he was riding his bike, when he was approached and chased by the two

men, and thrown to the ground. The two attackers took his bike and fled. On Feb. 17, a daytime burglary was reported to Mounties. “As a result of this investigation, a search warrant was executed at a residence on Gilana Place, Duncan, the home of the same two males involved in the bear-spray incident,”

Stuart said. “Items stolen from the break and enter were located in the Gilana Place residence.” Two suspects identified in both incidents are Devin Cory Mulholland of Duncan and Colin Daniel Clark. Mulholland is charged with robbery, and break and enter. He was to appear in court yesterday. Clark of Duncan, a designated a prolific offender, is charged with two counts of robbery, break and enter, plus failure to comply with a probation order. He was remanded into custody, Stuart says.

Yes...it’s our YEAR END

4 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

Friday, March 7, 2014

Floor Model UP TO

40 OFF %

6 MONTHS TO PAY • NO INTEREST • NO PAYMENTS

Your Furniture Design Girls!

*may not be exactly as shown

UNCLE ALBERT’S FURNITURE Over 40 YEARS IN THE COWICHAN VALLEY www.unclealberts.ca

HOURS MON - SAT 9 - 5 pm SUNDAY 11am - 4pm JILL 27 YEARS

107-2ND ST., DUNCAN, BC

RACHEL 11 YEARS

ROBIN 9 YEARS

250- 748-1732

TRACEY 7 YEARS

TOLL FREE 1-800-593-5303

Brentwood students making charity expedition to the mountains of Peru

Friday, March 7, 2014

Aiming high: Students off to the Andes to help provide educational opportunities Ashley Degraaf

News Leader Pictorial

group of 24 Brentwood College students is gearing up to take part in the private school’s first ever organized international service trip. The Grade 11 and 12 students, selected by three teacher chaperones from 40 students who applied, will be setting off to Cusco, Peru March 9 to volunteer with Mosqoy. “A former Brentwood student was a volunteer and brought the founder, Ashli Akins to talk to our (Student Activities Committee),” explained teacher chaperone Susan Quinton. “We helped sell the mountain weavers textiles and sponsored the education of village youth.” Now the school’s taking it to the next level, with students helping the Canadian charity set up a new learning dormitory. Mosqoy works to promote educational and cultural rights of indigenous Quechua communities in the Peruvian Andes, providing economic opportunities for communities of the region, while nurturing its threatened indigenous culture. It has three main programs: Textile Revitalization Program, which provides fair-trade

Cowichan News Leader Pictorial 5 LLY LOCA D & OWNE TED A OPER 33 FOR S YEAR

430 Trans Can. Hwy., Duncan, BC 250-748-6377

www.duncanbutchershop.com

duncanbutchershop@shaw.ca

MAUI NEW YORK STEAKS......................buy THREE.............. get one FREE STUFFED BREASTS Our Own...................buy THREE.............. get one FREE ALL KABOBS & SOUVLAKIS......................buy THREE.............. get one FREE PORK STEAKS ....................................................buy THREE.............. get one FREE CHICKEN THIGHS Local, Bone-In...............................................................................$3.99 lb GROUND BISON ......................................................................................$7.99 lb BABY BEEF LIVER .....................................................................................................$3.59 lb COOMBS MEAT PIES ............................................................................................$2.99 ea FRESH SAUSAGE ..........................................................10% OFF at the till 5 lb $39.95

Andrew Leong

Ashli Aikins, founder of Mosqoy, explains things the students need to know in preparation for their trip to Peru during a consultation at the Crooks Hall on Wednesday. outlets and workshops for indigenous artisans; Our Andean Youth Program, which provides post-secondary educational opportunities for marginalized youth in remote communities; and the Global Stewardship Program, which educates Canadian youth about how to be responsible consumers and travelers. “In March, we have to move to a new location, because our current dormitory is too small,” explained Akins. “We will rent our next Casa Mosqoy for approximately one to two years, before hopefully building our very own.” The Casa Mosqoy is the dormitory where Mosqoy’s scholarship students live while they

complete their degrees. “Many of our students come from disadvantaged backgrounds and are labeled as at-risk youth; some come from families of domestic violence and alcoholism...” Akins said. “Therefore, this house is often the first positive family environment our students have ever experienced. Also, the shift from their rural Quechua communities to the city of Cusco is a culture shock, which requires a smooth and supportive transition, so the students feel safe and empowered. “We are so excited to welcome Brentwood College School students as volunteers who will help us move to our new Casa Mosqoy, and set up a home environment that is inspiring, community-

oriented, and functional.” “A trip like this is life changing,” added Quinton. “This sense of empathy for another culture cannot be learned in books. The students will be challenged physically, mentally, socially and emotionally. Hopefully, this trip will begin a lifetime of altruistic acts of service.” Before students could hop the plane to Peru, they needed to fundraise $6,000 of the $12,000 required to take part. The students will return March 24. Donate at http:// mosqoy.org/brentwoodsservice-learning-trip/. All donations will receive a tax-deductible receipt, as Mosqoy is a registered Canadian charity.

COWICHAN WOMEN AGAINST VIOLENCE SOCIETY is offering a

STRENGTHENING PARENTING GROUP A closed ten week group for women who wish to explore in a safe and therapeutic environment, how violence has impacted themselves and their children, and how to increase their ability to parent effectively and positively. We are now accepting limited registration for two groups, one morning group and one evening group GROUPS WILL BE EVERY THURSDAY, MORNING GROUPS - 9:30 TO 11:30 AM EVENING GROUPS - 6:00 TO 8:00 PM STARTING APRIL 10 - JUNE 12, 2014 To Register and for more information, please contact CWAV reception at

250-748-7000

DEADLINE: MARCH 31, 2014

Annual General Meeting North oyster Fire ProtectioN service commissioN

Commission Elections

Qualified electors of the North Oyster Fire Protection Local Service Area by nomination and vote are invited to participate in the election of two (2) commission members, for a two (2) year term. Thursday, March 20, 2014 time 7:00 p.m. place Fire Hall # 1, 4821 Yellow Point Road date

CORNED BEEF Public Safety Division, CVRD – 746-2500

for more information, please contact:

All Our Own

MADE E! US IN-HO

Prices effective from March 10 - March 15

• Fresh, gluten free sausage • Sausage rolls • Pepperoni • Stuffed whole chickens & breasts

the Look foron the Roosterof! ro

THE HOME OF LOCAL PRODUCE!

ROMAINE HEARTS $ 39 3 PAK

FARM GIFTS & APPLE CIDER $ 99 SPECIALTY COFFEES 3.78 L

LATTÉ

OKANAGAN GALA APPLE

$ 65

12 OZ

WHITE

MUSHROOMS $ 69

JONAGOLD

at...OLD

• Turkey extra lean side bacon • Garlic coils • Smokies, beef jerky

OPEN EVERYDAY DURING SPRING BREAK

RUSSET POTATOES $17.50 ¢ 50 LB

CASE

S OD GO O EUR

PINT

CARROTS $ 19 5 LB BAG

AVOCADOES F ¢ O R

3 99

GRIMM’S

BLACK 19 FOREST 100 G HAM

1 $ 49 1

LYONA $ SAUSAGE

GRIMM’S

BACON

PICKLED MUSHROOMS $ 29EA

GRIMM’S

DOUBLE SMOKE

GRAPE TOMATOES FRESH

REAM ICE COPPE SH

100 G

OPEN ALL YEAR 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. 7 DAYS A WEEK

www.oldfarmmarket.ca

SCHNEIDER’S

1 1 $ 99 CERVELAT $ 29 1 SALAMI 2 $

BEEF 29 ALL BOLOGNA

100 G

GRIMM’S

FREYBE

ROASTED TURKEY BREAST

100 G

Prices Effective SUN MAR 9, TO SAT MAR 15, 2014 While stock lasts

100 G

TRANS CANADA HWY Just South of Duncan

250-748-7141

6 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

Friday, March 7, 2014

Children in care numbers way above average

North Cowichan planning for smaller increases in future from page 1 “The only responsible way is to cut programs (not subsidize with reserves),” explained Devana. Counsellors Kate Marsh, Jennifer Woike, and Ruth Hartmann agreed. “I don’t agree with the principle of short-term gain,” said Marsh. “I make decisions based on what’s a good model, and this (recommended budget) is a good business model,” said business-owner Woike. “If we reduce taxes to 1% now, it’ll mean a 5% increase in 2015,” said Hartmann.

Council’s average tax hike, from 2004 to 2011, was 5.4%. This year’s revenue growth of 1.26% will shave a 4.31% tax hike to the 3.05%. Comparatively, 2007 saw 1.01% revenue growth, ending in a 9.06% tax hit. Devana’s balanced method will see steady drops, spelling a 2.47% jump expected in 2018. He backed a planned regional community profile toward luring more businesses and deepening Cowichan’s tax pool. Lefebure cited council’s revitalization plan targeting Crofton, downtown Chemainus, and the University Village with tax breaks, “rather than using surpluses and borrowing or raising taxes.”

from page 1

Filmmakers have already interviewed retired social workers, teachers and Aboriginal women and elders, and are now looking for a lawyer. “There’s no villain. There’s no bad guy. It’s not black and white,” said Dawn. “It’s very multi-layered.” 2010 ministry data about children in care between birth and age 18, show 17.1 per 1,000 in Cowichan, and 9.2 in Lake Cowichan, compared to B.C.’s average of 9.2 kids in care.

But figures for children in need of protection were more telling: 19.9 per 1,000 in Cowichan, and 23.9 in Lake Cowichan, versus B.C.’s 6.7 average. “What we’re all doing together is recognizing how dysfunctional our system is,” she said. “We’re seeing it together, that trauma that touches everyone.” Dawn estimated filming should wrap in June and a premiere will be scheduled in the fall. For more information on the documentary, visit the Stolen Hearts Facebook page or go to stolenhearts.ca.

Dial A Professional Meet the business people of your city Now opeN

Greg Mitchell Deezy's Hair & Esthetics

advanced O P TYour IMIZ EBrain, Transform Your Change Life

Sleep • Memory • Focus Learning • Motivation

Residential Designs

Hi-Lite Featuring Custom Designed SpeciaL 7 Foils For DIGITAL Homes 99 $39 Renovations PRINTING Expires March 14/14 Ask our Lower Cost • Faster Service & about Additions referral program Smaller Quantities

250-715-5551

60 QUEENS Call Greg ST. 778-455-3933

Heirloom Wood Floors Installation, Finishing and Refinishing of Solid Wood Flooring Since 1988

250-746-6191 www.printcraft.ca

neurotechnology

RE L E AS E Stress • Anxiety Injury • Depression

IMAGIN E infinite possibilities

Sleep •Memory •Focus •Learning •Motivation

KAREN ALLEN KAREN ALLEN

www.brainwave‐harmonics.com

Business theWeek Week Business of of the

Auto Glass

Repaired and Replaced

Natural Heeling $50 Reflexology SPECIAL regularly $65 30 minute intensive hand reflexology $40

1 Hour ofservice Footalso Reflexology **Mobile available** valid till December 31st) •(Offer Gift Certifi cates available

30 minute•intensive hand Soaps reflexology $40 Hand Made with hot-stones or auricular add $10 **Mobile service also available** • Gift Certificates available for Christmas • Hand Made Soaps

www.naturalheelingreflexology.com Helga Feichtinger, Certified Reflexologist

Natural250-732-7988 Heeling Reflexology www.naturalheelingreflexology.com Mention this ad & receive Helga Feichtinger, Certified Reflexologist $10 off Foot Relexology 250-732-7988

Auto Glass

Repaired and Replaced ICBC & PRIVATE INSURANCE CLAIMS handled promptly & professionally at our shop! SATURDAY APPOINTMENTS available upon request EXPRESS

AUTO GLASS EXPERTS

Andrew: 250-715-1017 Cell: 250 715 8978 heirloomwoodfloors@gmail.com

Scarlett 's second hand boutique

Quality fashion and timeless home pieces!

HUGE SALE all clothes buy one get one FREE!!!"

ICBC & PRIVATE INSURANCE CLAIMS handled promptly & professionally at our shop! SATURDAY APPOINTMENTS available upon request EXPRESS

AUTO GLASS EXPERTS

cowichanvalleyrepaint.com www.cowichanvalleyrepaint.com

Tire Exchange

Butter Chicken • Curry Chicken Vegetarian Specialties Chana Masala • Pakoras • Samosas Island’s We Also Provide Cheapest New Tires.

Largest Used Tires & Mag Wheel Selection.

Cobble Hill, BC • 250-709-2299

PHALT

DUNCAN

Cowic

lnterior & Exterior Specialists

WE PAY CASH FORIndian USABLECuisine TIRES! Delicious East

“W g!”ts tinin ina tyofRPeap u o e ll a V n ha

25 Years Experience

OPEN: Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

The Daily Grind Dine inTrans or take outHwy 250-743-6743 3745 Canada

Experience

Interior & Exterior CommercialSpecialists & Residential

250-246-2421

www.tireexchange.ca 3218 Sherman Road

g” e Pain out of ePathine tin ain P “We take25th k Years a eT

RE-PAINTS 597-3906 250-597-3906

2981 Laurel Street, Chemainus (Old Town)

All Major Name Brands In Stock.

40-Southshore Rd. , Lake Cowichan 250-932-9009 • like us on Facebook

COWICHAN VALLEY l & Residential Commercia

Sandpiper Glass

2981 Laurel Street, Chemainus (Old Town)

250-246-2421

OPEN: Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

AVI NG

A Sign of Quality Since 1944

ASPHALT PAVING CONTRACTOR • Driveways - New & Repairs • Tennis Courts, Parking Lots, Roads • Machine-Laid Curbs • Crack Filling • Chip Sealing, Sealcoating 6357 Cowichan Valley Hwy. Duncan At Drinkwater Road

250-748-2531

www.duncanpaving.com

BC Road Builders Association

Friday, March 7, 2014

City wants urban forest love to take root

Workshops scheduled: Citizens urged to protect and nurture their green surroundings Ashley Degraaf

Artificial Gel Nails & Gel Polish

250-746-9518 Peter W. Rusland/file

The City of Duncan wants to raise awareness about Duncan’s urban forest and what it means to the city’s health. Strategy, saw a vision and strategy to maintain and sustain this urban forest, along with an exhaustive list of recommendations for implementation over the short-term and the long-term. Among top priority recommendations identified were the need to raise awareness and educate the public on the value and benefits of trees and the urban forest, promote proper tree health, and encourage planting and retention of trees on private land. See the Urban Forest Strategy document and a recommended planting list at duncan.ca. Workshops will take place: March 10 , 10 a.m. to noon, at the Duncan Guides Hall; March 15, 10 a.m. to noon at Cowichan Green Community on Duncan Street; March 22, 10 a.m. to noon, at Travelodge Silver Bridge Inn.

idea to make the change before going to bed Saturday night so it’s done and your schedule isn’t thrown out of whack Sunday. There’s always a bit of an adjustment period, just like getting over jetlag, especially for young children. But most make the transition

fairly easily in a day or two. The days just keep getting longer now slowly over time, with a slightly earlier sunrise time and later sunset time until June 21 when it all starts going back the other way again. — Don Bodger

Chris Hearsey CONGRATULATES

180 Central Rd. Unit 10 (by Safeway)

Tel. 250-715-0200

Power Factor Electric Ltd

Wine Kitz since 1959

Winner of our $100 furnace oil draw. You could be a winner too. Call for details!

Make your own wine at a fraction of the price of commercial wines. New customer bonus (come in for details and conditions)

746-4511

Ron

www.winekitzduncan.com

cowichanpetroleum.ca

Cowichan Valley Branch 50+ years of service in our community

#205-169 Craig Street (250) 746-4058 Cowichan@bc.sja.ca www.sja.ca/bc

Medical First Responder Unit Recruitment Night March 13th, 2014

Happy 70th Anniversary

at 7:00pm #202 169 Craig Street , Duncan, BC

Patrick and Mary Milino celebrated their 70th Wedding Anniversary on March 5, 2014. Pat is a WW II Veteran, having served with the Royal Canadian Navy for 5 years during that time. He and Mary settled in Duncan in 1956. Pat is a retired building contractor and Mary, after raising 8 children, along with her daughter Dianna were the proprietors of Avanti Fashions for 10 years! Love, best wishes and congratulations are sent to them from their 8 children, 17 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren, all family and friends.

You are the best!

Welcomes

offering:

Daylight Savings time returning to brighten your evenings t’ll be darker in the mornings and lighter in the evenings temporarily, as the valley switches to Pacific Daylight Savings Time Sunday at 2 a.m. The clocks go ahead one hour at that time, but it’s always a good

Hair Studio & Spa

Amanda Gillmore

News Leader Pictorial

ity of Duncan staffers want the city’s citizens to pay more attention to its trees. And that’s why they’re holding a series of three free workshops starting March 10 on the city’s existing urban forest and current vision and strategy. “Have you noticed some of the incredible trees in and around the City of Duncan? These urban trees are actually part of our urban forest,” states a press release. “An urban forest is more than just trees and forest cover. It is a system which includes water, soil, vegetation, wildlife and natural processes that are all integral to ecological health.” The series of workshops targeted for landowners will raise awareness of benefits of urban forests, tree care basics, and management stories. “The City of Duncan council and environment committee have chosen to focus on public education on the urban forest as a top priority of the Urban Forest Strategy, as the role of the urban forest is so significant to issues like protecting local ecosystems, storm water management, and water and air quality,” said city planner Michelle Geneau. In October 2010, Duncan commissioned a comprehensive study to assess and analyze the urban forest within its boundaries. The study reviewed the economic, social, and environmental values and benefits. The resulting report, City of Duncan Urban Forest

Cowichan News Leader Pictorial 7

We are currently accepting applications for 10 Volunteer First Responder positions with the Cowichan Valley Branch. We provide Medical Coverage at community events and at times of disaster for the Cowichan Valley. The Unit trains much like a Volunteer Fire Dept. Uniforms and training are included in being a member of the team.

For more information please email the Division at Samuel.Workman@bc.sja.ca

104-5462 Trans Canada Hwy.,Duncan

SCHOOL BOARD OFFICE HOURS SPRING BREAK/DISTRICT CLOSURE DAYS The School Board Office will be CLOSED to the public Monday, March 10th, 2014 to Friday, March 21st, 2014 inclusive SHOP LOCALLY

GROWING FOR THE HEART OF

FIND US ON

old Island Gge Lar gs g Brown E

Olym Organ pic ic

Krema Ass't F

2 $7 00

$ 00

28 f o r

Carton

Yogurt

lavour

f o r

500g

of 12

tub

Salad Combo Week

1 Butter Lettuce 1 Bunch Radishes 1 Bunch Green Onions

All 3 for only

Okanagan Gala Apples

2 $500 Fresh White Mushrooms $188

$ 59 Large Field Tomatoes

88¢ 58¢ Red Peppers Yukon Gold Potatoes $100 2 98¢ Sweet Bean Salad 1 f o r

5 lb bag

Golden Ripe Bananas lb

IN THIE DEL

f o lbs r

Grimm's

Black Forest Ham

1 79¢

$ 28

100 grams

Maple Lodge Farms

Chicken Bologna THE

$ 09

100 grams

IN GARDERN CENT E

Grimm's

Cervelat Salami Our Own

Corned Beef

lb. / 100 grams

1 $ 69 1

$ 99 100 grams

100 grams

Garden Centre Now Open

West Coast Seeds

% off

MARKET HOURS:

6 pack

2 8" Mixed $ 99 Bulb Planter 3 Pansies

$ 99ea

ea OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK YEAR ROUND GARDEN CENTRE HOURS:

8:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M. N. of Duncan, TCH at Crofton cutoff 250-246-4924

Prices Effective: Sat. Mar 8 – Fri. Mar 14, 2014

9:00 A.M. – 5:30 P.M. 250-246-4940 While quantities last

8 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial The News Leader Pictorial is located at Unit 2, 5380 Trans-Canada Highway, Duncan B.C., V9L 6W4. Read us on-line at www.cowichannewsleader.com

OUR TAKE

Friday, March 7, 2014

Who should I talk to?

For news tips and questions about coverage: Editor John McKinley Phone: 250-856-0049 Email: editor@cowichannewsleader.com Fax: 250-746-8529

For business-related questions:

For enquiries about newspaper delivery:

Publisher: Bill Macadam Phone: 250-856-0048 Email: publisher@cowichannewsleader.com Fax: 250-746-8529

Circulation manager: Lara Stuart Phone: 250-856-0047 Email: circulation@cowichannewsleader.com Fax: 250-746-8529

For classiﬁed advertising: call 1-855-310-3535

For all other advertising: call 250-746-4471

Ford Road site best of available RCMP options

Right move: the time had come to make a decision

ord Road may not be the perfect site for a new police station. But governments can sometimes be guilty of paralysis by analysis and a time comes where you have to simply decide. North Cowichan had come to that point; given the other choices that were on the table, it made the right choice. You could argue it is a mistake to add to urban sprawl by having the physical (as opposed to political) city of Duncan continue to elbow its way into North Cowichan. You could argue in these days of food security that the need to preserve More posilocal farmland as farmland should tives, fewer have been respected. You could argue that the police negatives station should have been closer to downtown. But none of those issues trumped the basic need to build a suitable new police station soon — one that was relatively central, a good fit for the neighbourhood, affordable to build and offering great highway access. And the environmental and development cost concerns about the old police station and reclaimed marshland behind the new dike — not to mention community opposition — was considerable Despite what some may tell you, North Cowichan invested quite a bit of time and effort in considering a number of options (don’t kid yourself how many rocks a realtor sniffing public money will turn over.) And in the end, Ford Road appears to be the best choice of those that were made available. Whether it was the best choice out there, we’re not positive. But the community and the RCMP weren’t prepared to wait forever; a choice needed to be made. And this choice is one we can live with.

We say:

Seeing both sides of: public disclosure by CVRD The case against

The case for The simple fact of the matter is local taxpayers run local government; the staff and elected ofﬁcials are merely our proxies. And as the boss, we deserve some sort of explanation why Warren Jones is no longer leading the CVRD, and how much that decision is going to cost. Transparency demands an opportunity to judge whether this was a prudent decision or not.

Warren Jones is out without explanation as the boss of the CVRD.

Aboriginal court case could decide mine’s future Tom Fletcher Black Press

he New Prosperity mineral deposit near Williams Lake is described by the industry as one of the largest in the world, containing 5.3 billion pounds of copper and 13.3 million ounces of gold. The Harper government’s decision to reject open-pit mine development for a second time is seen by elected officials in the Cariboo region as a disaster. One of Quesnel’s sawmills is preparing to close for good, and I’ve been told there is more to come as the post-pine beetle era unfolds. Here in the B.C. capital, the decision is mainly viewed as a huge mistake. Taseko Mines is going to court to show that the federal panel used the wrong design when reviewing the company’s expensively revised plan. The province has permitted two successful mines that operate in the same area, one

of which is run by Taseko. In Ottawa, this is a Supreme Court of Canada test case over who owns the land and the mineral wealth underneath. In traditional Canadian law, the province owns it. This was highlighted in the recent discussion between B.C. Premier Christy Clark and Alberta’s Alison Redford about royalties from oil. Six Aboriginal communities make up the Tsilhqot’in Nation, which has a long and bitter history of resistance against the Crown. They almost won a declaration of title to 40,000 hectares known as the Nemiah Valley: forests, wild horses, minerals and all, in a 339day trial that ended in 2007. Their case suffered a setback at the B.C. Court of Appeal, and is now before the highest court. Aboriginal rights have been established, but this would be the first clear title. Tsilhqot’in tribal chairman Joe Alphonse was pleasantly surprised to see Taseko turned down again. He said the Tsilhqot’in National

There are times in most organizations when the people in charge don’t see eye-to-eye and a change needs to be made in order to move forward. If there were serious issues with Jones, the information should, and eventually will, be forthcoming. But if it was simply an agreement to disagree, professional standards dictate the CVRD handle the matter exactly as it has.

BC VIEWS

Government is releasing its own mining policies soon. Somehow efforts to move mine waste rock from Teztan Biny (Fish Lake) to a sealed storage site two kilometres away are not enough to protect groundwater, although they are sufficient at the nearby Gibraltar and Mount Polley mines. And Alphonse makes it clear this mysterious environmental problem will be solved once he and his fellow chiefs have control of the resource. A Supreme Court of Canada ruling on Aboriginal title is required to settle this. If some limited form of title is at last defined for the treaty-less majority of B.C., or at least Tsilhqot’in territory, the fate of the mine may become clear. Conventional wisdom on this is that the mining company didn’t try hard enough to establish a working relationship with the Tsilhqot’in. For his part, Taseko CEO Russell Hallbauer says the chiefs refused to meet with him, which isn’t surprising from a group that doesn’t recog-

nize the B.C. forests ministry either. Archeological studies presented at trial describe “18 roasting and/or pit depressions” at Teztan Biny. It’s not clear if these were for seasonal food preparation or for pit houses, which would indicate a more permanent settlement at the lake. Nor is it clear whether these “cultural depressions” have been identified as being of Tsilhqot’in origin. Oral histories are also uncertain. Tsilhqot’in witnesses testified that Teztan Biny has been used in the 20th century as a hunting and fishing camp. The mine was rejected due to ill-defined cultural as well as environmental concerns. B.C. residents could finally see some answers this year. Tom Fletcher is the legislative reporter for Black Press. Reach him at tfletcher@blackpress.ca.

Friday, March 7, 2014

Have an opinion you’d like to share? email editor@cowichannewsleader.com phone 250-746-4471

YOUR TURN

Congratulations, now make this a better community

Dear editor Congratulations to my grandson, Michael Harry for being re-elected chief of the Malahat band. I hope you do a good job for the people, with programs for the elders, better housing and more jobs. C. Harry Malahat

Wise words on avoiding an argument

Dear editor Jay Siska’s Feb. 28 column brought to mind this quote from Mark Twain: “Never argue with stupid people, they’ll drag you down to their level and then beat you with experience.” Mitch Wright

comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com

Let’s open opportunities for everybody — we, not me

Dear editor Would it not be nice if we all paid only for the services we used? I would save money on my taxes for an ice arena, a library and a school (after June) that I won’t be using. Add to that a fire hall, police station and ambulance I have been fortunate enough not to have used. Between my father and I, we pay for the Cowichan Lake Arena for five properties at $75 each, of which my children do not use. Yet, we voted ‘yes’ for it. When I ask for $2 to allow my children to access the Duncan pool, I should

We asked you: “Do you think four-year terms for municipal governments will be better than the current three? ” You answered:

53 per cent NO

To vote on the next Question of the Week, log onto the web poll at www.cowichannewsleader.com

station 49th Parallel Grocery Act Hearing & Audiology Adage Dance Aitken & Fraser Amuse on the Vineyard/Unsworth Vineyards Aquafun Family Pools & Spas Arbutus Ridge Activity Centre Bare Essentials Beautiful Smiles Denture Clinic Best Western Plus Chemainus Inn Bow Mel Chrysler Ltd. Brentwood College Bru-gos Chemainus Chamber of Commerce

Cowichan News Leader Pictorial 9

Would you support a B.C. teachers’ strike? “Yes. I believe they’re treated unfairly. The province is closing schools and cutting budgets. Money should go to education. However, there are more effective ways of talking other than striking.”

Eva Piantoni, Victoria

“No. Children are paying the price and that’s wrong. Teachers aren’t underpaid. They’re using our children to forward their own agenda. Using children as a tool is wrong.”

Linda Bannerman, Ladysmith

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

be told no. I think we need to be a ‘we’ community and not a ‘me’ community. Every resident should have equal opportunities to health, recreation and enjoyment of their life. Lorna Vomacka Lake Cowichan

Trafﬁc ‘safety’ moves aren’t making things safer

Dear editor One thing not safe is the streets of Duncan. They have placed so many barriers to traffic around town, it is dangerous just to be on the streets. Concrete barriers everywhere, yellow paint on curbs, all over the place. How does city hall figure this makes the community safer or easier to get around? Too many barriers to smooth traffic flow become the “new” hazard, when communities rely on privatized road designs from unaccountable engineering firms. They will argue otherwise, but where is the evidence, that backing traffic up makes streets any safer? If you put too many traffic lights, or calming devices on one street, drivers simply start using different routes causing new problems on those roads. Duncan is the worst town for it in B.C.! Kenny Gread comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com

Tax hikes must be stopped before they drive us away

Dear editor Thank goodness taxpayers have John Koury to rely on otherwise North Cowichan’s current administration and council would just keep piling it on the taxpayers backs. Originally the purpose of local government was to take care of transportation, water, sewer, safety and land issues. As long as we continue to elect people who simply rubberstamp every proposal staff brings forward we will never reduce taxpayers’ burden. Stop the madness, cut back to what we can afford. The goal should be a 0% increase during the next three years. Get rid of the “nice to have” programs

Peter W. Rusland/file

Warren Chapman says these bumpouts on Cairnsmore have not met the intended goal of improving trafﬁc safety. He says that for cyclists, they have actually increased the risk. use, a new up-to-date building and services, reduce staff costs turn could go to help paying the in the same location, and the by 25% and freeze hiring. Don’t struggling school board’s ongoing Somenos school site is also availadd any new programs, projects, bills or put toward the building of or services. If we don’t reduce the able. This site is high and dry with the new high school. It could be a taxpayer burden we will soon face the same amount of access to all win/win for a larger group of Coroads on the four points of the an exodus of citizens who can no wichan Valley residents for now compass. It is also located directly and the future. The higher volume longer afford to live here. beside the municipal works yard, Peggy Bran of traffic in the Ford Road site comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com which guarantees the surroundwould not have to be dealt with ing roads would always be kept in the event of all emergency passable. callouts. Somenos school a better It is puzzling to read that Richard Nichols councillors with farm-oriented Duncan site than Ford Road backgrounds would consider the Dear editor Ford Road site when these other My family lived on the new More letters online dry, already-existing sites are police station property for 12 available. The $1-million proyears. During that time we grew Also, read fresh stories every day and share posed to purchase the Ford Rd and raised a large garden, milk your thoughts with the community imsite could go to the purchase of cows, pigs, hay and a large herd mediately through the comments function at the Somenos school site which in of horses which we rented. We cowichannewsleader.com were always told by local officals this land was always to be used for farming and no other. The old farm house and barns are long gone and it is now a high-yielding Here are some tips: Keep it short — 300 words or less; Keep it local — letters raised in response to ishay meadow for a large dairy sues raised in our pages get top priority; Keep it clean — attack the issue, not the individual. farm. A producing piece of farm You must include your full name, home community and a phone number where we can reach you durland! Nowadays the big push is ing oﬃce hours. Addresses and phone numbers will not be published. Letters will be edited for clarity, to retain as much producing farm grammar, length and good taste. Name-withheld letters will not be published. Email your thoughts to editor@cowichannewsleader.com We receive more letters than we have space land as possible. for. Publication is not guaranteed. The RONA building is up for

So you want a letter published?

f i n d t h e 2 0 1 4 w i n t e r i s s u e at t h e s e va l l e y l o c at i o n s

Chemainus Foods Chemainus Theatre Coast Capital Insurance Cobble Hill Dental Cobble Hill Market Country Grocer Cowichan Bay Maritime Museum Cowichan Sound & Cellular Cowichan Woodwork Ltd. Dancia Motors Discovery Honda Dobsons Glass Ltd. Dr. Fei Yang Duncan Cowichan Visitor Information Centre

Duncan Garage Duncan Mall EJ Hughes Gallery Enrico Winery Equine Emporium Flagship Ford (formerly Ken Evans Ford) Flowering Tree Natural Spa Gary Interiors Granny’s Woodstoves Great Fermentations Winemaking Imagine That! InsuranceCentres Island Pharmacy Island Savings Centre

Java World JimgerBread Cafe Just Jakes/Craig St. Brewpub Lake Cowichan Gazette Lake Cowichan Visitor Centre Leaf & Petal London Drugs Mason’s Store Metropolitan Capital Partners Mill Bay Centre Administration Offices Mill Bay Marina Mill Bay Paint & Hardware Mill Bay Pharmasave Monet Spa Mt. Brenton Golf

Oceanfront Suites at Cow Bay Old Farm Garden Centre Old Farm Gift Shop Old Farm Market Outlooks Menswear Pack Your Bags Paris Styling Group Patryka Designs Pier 66 Pioneer Mall Pots & Paraphernalia Quamichan Inn RBC Securities Renu Laser Centre Royal Dar

Russell Farms Market Rusticana Coffee Safeway Saltspring Soapworks Serious Coffee Shades Shaker Mill Restaurant Shawnigan House Coffee/Oma’s Bakery Sherwood House Shoppers Drug Mart South Cowichan Eyecare South Cowichan Physiotherapy South Cowichan Tourism/Chamber South Island Fireplace Sportstraders

Real Canadian Super Store Taylor Granitto The Ginger Room Thrifty Foods Travelodge Uncle Albert’s Furniture United Carpet Utopia Bakery Cafe Valley Carpet One Floor & Home Valley Health & Fitness Valley Video Volume One Books Whittome’s Travel Windsor Plywood Wishes

10 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

DATELINE: COWICHAN

1971: rides

1971: life In front of 175 attendees at a Quality of Life symposium at the Village Green Inn, Rev. G. A. Kerr described high suicide, lack of togetherness, lack of families, husbands and wives not doing things together and lack of religious life as ongoing valley problems.

by Ann Andersen

1971: gyms

Cowichan District Riding Club president Ted Robertson, Mrs. Robertson, Dr. Dave Reed, Stan Green and Mrs. Pat Brown were responsible for setting out the trail for their second drag hunt — a 10-mile loop beginning and ending on E. D. Woodward’s Herd Road farm.

Friday, March 7, 2014

Tenders were called for a gymnasium at Crofton Elementary School at an estimated cost of $54,000. The gymnasium was part of a referendum passed in December 1966.

Maple Bay takes aim at area pot smokers Dateline 1971: Ratepayers declare war

Ann Andersen

News Leader Pictorial

aple Bay’s a quiet, scenic paradise for residents, visitors and those who stumble across it on their way elsewhere. But in March 1971, colourful and often controversial Leader editor Derek Rhind raised an issue that had been simmering in the neighbourhood for years. Maple Bay Ratepayers, he reported, felt forced to declare war on drug usage, long hair, and transients. And at a ratepayers’ meeting, some were shocked to learn some of the drugs were supplied at pot parties held in local homes. Ratepayer Mrs. E. Knott said she had visited the Maple Bay Inn’s beer parlour the previous summer. “The bartender reeked of marijuana,” she said. “As long as drugs are illegal, I will not tolerate them on my premises.” said Inn owner Ray Woollam. Former Inn bartender Jim Carroll said there was far too much drug abuse in the area. “There are people in this room right now that hold pot parties at their homes, and if they don’t stop it I’m going to turn them in,” he said.

Pictures of the Past

courtesy Cowichan Valley Museum and Archives

King’s Daughters Hospital fair at the Agricultural grounds in Duncan, in August of 1916. —We want your historical photos of Cowichan people and places. Email a high resolution jpeg along with your phone number and a brief explanation to editor@ cowichannewsleader.com. Or drop by during regular ofﬁce hours and we’ll scan it in. More heritage photos are available for viewing online at www.cowichanvalleymuseum.bc.ca.

DEALING WITH I.C.B.C PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS Experienced personal injury lawyers will discuss how to achieve proper compensation for personal injury claims arising from motor vehicle and other accidents. Topics will include: • How to determine what a claim is worth • Components of a personal injury claim • Dealing with negotiating strategies employed by I.C.B.C. and other insurers • Infant settlements • Uninsured/unidentified motorists • Wrongful death claims • Defences raised by I.C.B.C. and other insurers (The course will not deal with W.C.B. claims and Non-ICBC claims)

Gates All

GATES

Now

25% OFF

Hot dipped, Galvanized & Power Coated Hurry… Sale ends soon!

Al’s Asian Treasures Open Tues-Sun 10 am - 4:30 pm

#1 - 3107 Henry Road, Chemainus, 250.324.4444 IRON & METAL DRIVEWAY GATES

Ben RancouRt MasonRy

Instructed by Rose Granitto & Jennifer Pelton

HigHligHts & cut

$99*

Thursday, March 27, 2014, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. LEDW 002 S14D01 Fee: $29.00 + GST = $30.45

Call Community Extension at VIU Cowichan Campus (250) 746-3519 to register

◆ Fireplaces ◆ Walls ◆ Flagstone ◆ Riverstone ◆ Steps and Posts ◆ All Types Of Stonework ◆ Chimney Rebuilds and all types of masonry repairs ◆

250-589-4749 ben@islandstonemason.ca www.islandstonemason.ca

Friday, March 7, 2014

Cowichan News Leader Pictorial 11

D O W N T O W N

HEART OF COWICHAN By Jen Coyle

W March Down to Spring Up! photo: Devon Gillot

Taylor Lynn Petites

ow! What a winter we’ve had so far! Or perhaps it would be more appropriate to call it a Springy Winter or a long Wintery Spring, or what about a plain ole “Wring”? Pretty darn fortunate, we are…. don’t you think? It was a mere month ago, that I cheekily sent my fortysomething, middle-school besties in Alberta, a screen shot of our weather in the Cowichan Valley. The image of the 7-day forecast showed sun, with an average temperature of 5 degrees Celsius and a caption saying; “Don’t hate me cause we’re beautiful!” Considering their Northern Alberta average was “Feels like -38”, somehow, I don’t think they were laughing. Mind you, when we had the unexpected and sudden snowstorm, WITH a bonafide SNOW DAY from school, who do you think was texting me from Mexico? Gotta love your friends and karma, I guess! Haha As there’s not a whole lot of white stuff this season and with Spring Break right around the corner, it would be a great time to reacquaint ourselves with children and youth based shops in our downtown. We actually have a lot to offer here, with a great deal of diversity, for the different wants and needs of the families found in our community. The owners of Scott’s Toys and Hobbies have an amazing store, with professional hobby supplies, puzzles, model sets and crafts for both kids and their families to enjoy, from her vast inventory of interactive and engaging products. It’s absolutely awesome to see the excitement and the smiles on children’s faces, when they’re given the opportunity to try a new hobby, or to take pride in something they created on the fly. Something to keep in the back of your mind, when looking to replenish your children’s growing needs is that Indigo Children’s Consignment utilizes their large toddler play area, to give parents a chance to check out their big selection of gently used items for children! From furniture, to toys, to seasonal gear, to costumes and baby stuff galore, you’ll find it here. continued next page

Avoiding the Dentist? SLEEP THROUGH YOUR APPOINTMENT

Dr. Robert Marciniak now offers sedation and general anesthesia for patients of all ages. College accredited general anesthesia facility

#1-271 Ingram Street, Duncan Tel: 250-748-1252 Fax: 250-748-1566 www.marciniak.ca

books from $699 e t o N n e e r c Touchs

For the well dressed woman 5’4” & under. Sizes 2-16 • Proportion Petites • French Dressing • Simon Chang • Liverpool Jeans • Damee • Recently opened in Duncan

#102 - 80 Station St, Downtown Duncan 778-455-5090 www.taylorlynnpetites.com

2241 Oak Bay Ave., Victoria, BC 250-370-5400

2418 Beacon Ave., Sidney, BC 250-655-7111

• Free Estimates • Fast Turnaround • Data Recovery Experts • PC and Mac www.seaside.net 21 Queens Road, Duncan

Windows 7 is still available Virus Removal ............ $75 We Fix All Makes! 250.746.9715

12 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

Friday, March 7, 2014

Experience Downtown Duncan continued from previous page Anyone from our community, would know that whether out shopping for your own kids or picking up that baby shower gift and Birthday present, the place to find some of the most adorable, stop-you-in-your-tracks little outfits, is Giggle Gear Clothing on Station Street. You only have to walk by their window, to see the appeal on wanting to come in to browse…. even if your kids are well past the night light stage! It must give Krista, the shop’s owner, a constant smile to see the reactions from the parents and Grandparents, that wander through the racks of exquisite little outfits and accessories. Another storeowner I would think enjoys that same benefit, is Wanda from Body Wrapsody Dance and Fitness Wear, which you’ll find heading towards Joe’s Tire Hospital and further up Station Street. Providing chic dancewear, streetwear and trinkets for the budding performer, you’ll find a few ruffles, sequins and the most colourful dance duds around! Even their socks are irresistible… Did you know they even carry ballroom shoes and dance sneakers? Her main focus is dance, but they also direct their inventory towards other fields, such as gymnastics and swimming too! She considers herself to be a “small business in a small town with a big community with bigger hearts” and they do their best to give back to the community that gives to them, by using services provided by our local Cowichan Recyclists, to help make her environmental footprint a little smaller. Dance and yoga centers are found throughout our downtown, with many ladies stores now carrying essential and stylish separates for staying comfortable and dry. Who doesn’t love to pop down to the local grocery store wearing their fashionable, yet practical casuals? To go back to something on the creative side again, Katie from 4Cats Arts Studio on Station Street, can definitely help you out by signing the kids up for her workshops and parties! It is absolutely inspiring to see the works that come out of the instructional classes. Anytime you combine creativity with learning and hands on fun, you’ve hit the “Joy Jackpot”! A little known fact to tell you: Katie and her staff added a ton of festivity and colour to our downtown during the Christmas season, by having children in her workshops paint seasonal and festive banners. We feel very fortunate to be able to display these incredible little works of art, for as many seasons as we can! It stirs emotions and communal pride when you see a small

Heart of CowiCHan

child pulling on their father’s hand, with their little chubby finger pointed skyward, while screaming, “That one’s mine, Daddy!” Even as they grow older, it seems they’re always reaching for that next achievement to proudly show to their parents and friends what they’ve accomplished. Like the tail-whips my son likes to eagerly and effortlessly perform at our local skate park. As a parent, it’s good thing to know that we have a store like Gordon Chow’s, Area 51 Skateshop, to find the essential safety gear and apparel that we can both agree on. Heading over to Kenneth Street, you’ll find a broader spectrum of safety gear for the big and little adventurers in your life, at Bucky’s Sports Shop. Since 1947, this family owned and operated business provides supplies and items for activities such as fishing equipment and fly tying, archery, camping, Martial Arts, hiking gear and quality outdoor footwear and clothing. Any of their knowledgeable staff can provide anyone inquiring, with a great array of local information for clubs, organizations and sports events in the Cowichan Valley. They even have extremely helpful links on their website, listing wilderness and rural experiences, Vancouver Island tide schedules, protected habitat regulations, maps, guides, fishing charters, and up to date local and Island wide notices. Another favourite type of store to browse, are our local bookstores, encouraging those next generations to build lifelong appetites for literature appreciation. Many of our downtown shops carry specialty book selections, but there’s nothing like stepping inside the doors of a long established emporium of the written word. One such independent store is celebrating over 40 years of service, since opening their doors in 1972, at Volume One Bookstore, right here in our downtown. The owners and their longtime staff love to “unite the right book with the right person” and are always on hand to assist in any inquiries you might have. continued next page

•

• dt’s Cho n a r b co m la e te R Vacuum s Packed

• Dutch Beef Kroket

$1.00 ea

• Frikandel

$1.75 ea

• Bitterballen

45¢ ea

• Smoked German Schinkenspek

20% off March 7-15

(regular priced items)

• Dutch Licorice

$3.69 1/4 lb $1.75 100 gr

• Bahmie Goreng Noodle

$4.95 lb

• Eggroll, large

$1.10 ea

Includes pork, leek, onion & spices

Like us on Facebook

163 Kenneth St., Duncan 109-751 Goldstream Ave., Langford

www.sheer-essentials.com

250-748-7467 778-432-2101

Bring in this ad and receive 10% off 24 Kenneth St. Duncan 250-746-9337

Friday, March 7, 2014

Cowichan News Leader Pictorial 13

Experience Downtown Duncan

Heart of CowiCHan

continued from previous page If there’s a new and emerging children’s author or series, these are the people to ask. They even offer online searches, reservations and orders through a personal account you can set up on their website, enabling you to simultaneously shop locally and online, with the option of having your books put aside for the next time you come into town. What a modern day convenience! While you’re in that mood for exploring aisles of paperback and hardcovers, perhaps you’ve been searching for a hard to find edition of an antiquarian publication, with pages painstakingly sewn together and bound in covers. Then Gallowglass Rare and Used Bookstore on Canada Avenue might be exactly what you need. And just when you thought your search might be over, you can head over to Duncan Street, for an organic coffee and pastry at the Duncan Garage Café, while sitting at a table, nestled right inside the historical Garage building, in another downtown bookstore: Ten Old Books. And of course, you can’t forget about our Cowichan Valley Museum and Archives, located at the Duncan Train Station, when you’re thinking of our local history. The Museum holds a wonderful collection of artifacts from pioneer families and businesses in the Valley, and illustrates settlement and First Nations history in their temporary and permanent galleries. If you’ve missed the Museums hours of operation, you can even take a stroll through the outdoor exhibits in two of our historical alleyways, depicting Duncan’s once flourishing Chinatown and Duncan’s V.I. – the story of the settlement of Duncan, both erected to assist in preserving the valley’s history. Another impactful experience to be had is a self-guided tour throughout the streets of our downtown, to see and read about the beautiful stories told through the artwork of the Totem Poles. The poles and their interpretive signage bear witness to a proud heritage of carving amongst the First Nations people of the Pacific Northwest. To mention history and traditions in the month of March, I’d be remiss to mention Ireland and their upcoming celebration of their most well known Saint. “Ach, ye had to ‘ave seen that one comin’!” Join in the festivities of St. Patrick’s Day with the adult crowd at the Old Firehouse Wine and Cocktail Bar beside City Square, where Jeff, the proprietor, and his chef customize the daily food and drink specials to reflect a certain theme or mood. Contrarily, if you’re looking for a couple of fresh hand-crafted brews or to meet up with some of your pals, then the Craig Street Brew Pub is the place for you! Sit back, enjoy the social bantering of those around you, browse through their menu full of cutting edge cuisine and listen to the

photo: JoRos Photography

local live entertainment, if you get the chance! Don’t forget to keep your eyes open for the much anticipated March Grand Opening of Cycle Therapy, at their brand new location at The Station, 360 Duncan Street (Neighbour to the North of the Duncan Garage)! So there you have it, everything you could possibly need for a leisurely Spring Break with your family, yourself, or your friends…. It’s all right here, in Downtown Duncan, the Heart of Cowichan – A downtown that is anything but ordinary!

Free Public Presentations City of Duncan Urban Forest Strategy for Home Owners

NOW is the time

The City of Duncan presents Certified Arborist Todd Gesshe, speaking on the economic, environmental, and social benefits of urban trees and other priorities from Duncan’s ‘Urban Forest Strategy’, including tree maintenance. You are encouraged to attend one of these free workshops:

Monday, March 10 10:00 am - 12 noon

Duncan Guides Hall, 321 Cairnsmore St.

Saturday, March 15 10:00 am - 12 noon

Cowichan Green Community 360 Duncan St.

Saturday, March 22 10:00 am - 12 noon

Travelodge Silver Bridge Inn 140 Trans Canada Hwy No registration required. Free resources & free parking at all locations.

For more information call Nora at 250.748.8506

Harmony Yoga Center 111 Station St. Suite 201(upstairs) Downtown Duncan 250-597-1919

HarmonyYogaDuncan.com

These sessions are being organized by the Cowichan Green Community in partnership with the City of Duncan.

Cowichan Green Community Where Community and Environment Meet

14 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

Friday, March 7, 2014

driveway

Luxury wheels at just the light price By Zak Spencer

MALAGA, SPAIN - It might be winter here but it’s always nice to look forward to warmer days, filled with sun

and clear roads. To get a sneak peek at what better weather looks and feels like, plus get a chance to drive the all new Mercedes GLA250 and GLA 45 AMG,

the advanced drive program was held in Malaga, Spain. The GLA is built of the same platform as the hot, new CLA sedan that arrived last fall. Developing it into a tall-

0FF

Genuine Honda Spring Service

COMPREHENSIVE CHECK

✔ Inspect distributor cap, rotor (if applicable), and wires ✔ Inspect windshield wipers, washer jets and blades ✔ Washer fluid top-up ✔ Inspect exhaust system ✔ Inspect springs and shock absorbers ✔ Inspect all lights and bulbs ✔ Inspect and lubricate door locks, latches and handles ✔ Inspect block heater cord

✔ UP to 5 litres of oil** and filter change and check for fluid leaks ✔ Battery load/charging test ✔ Inspect coolant level and boiling point ✔ Pressure test cooling system, inspect related hoses and clamps ✔ Inspect all brakes for wear % and condition ✔ Inspect all brake calipers wheel cylinders and parking brake ✔ Inspect tire wear and pressure ✔ Tire rotation ✔ Inspect transmission fluid level, power steering fluid level (if applicable), brake fluid level, clutch fluid level (if applicable) ✔ Inspect drive belt condition (excludes timing belt)

6466 Bell McKinnon Road, Duncan

Reg.

88 + taxes

*with this coupon valid until March 31, 2014 ** synthetic oil extra

HOURS Monday to Friday 8:00 – 5:00 pm Saturday 8:00 – 4:30 pm

250-748-5814

DL#5963

www.discoveryhonda.com

Confessions of a Curber It happened just after the last flood. TThe winter beat records for snowfall, and serious springtime saw seriou flooding. Basements filled, streets were running with water, and cars were left to float and sink. One day, I walked past a junk yard and saw, what I thought, was a relatively r normal car.

the vehicle could get a person from A to B. Suddenly, I had an idea. Since the car looked fine on the outside, no one had to know its real history. I was a genius. After a night in the garage with a heater and a little scrubbing, I posted an ad on Craigslist: “2004 black Toyota Corolla for sale. No longer need, bought new car. No room in garage – need to sell ASAP!!! Few scratches, otherwise in great condition. Call cell and we’ll talk price.” Thirty minutes later I got a call from a sixteen-year old kid – a little younger than my son. We decided to meet at the local mall at about 6:00. I wonder if his parents knew what he was up to. I arrived at 6:20, telling him I was in a great rush as I had to pick my son up from soccer practice. Turns out he played, too. After some soccer gossip, we got down to business. I knew that a kid his age just wanted a ride to show off to his friends, so we spent little time on the details. I told him the car was in perfect condition and was never in any accidents. “No problems as far as I know,” I said. The kid was sold. He trusted me. I never gave him my full name, and he never gave me his. He gave me the cash, I gave him the car. All was good. I was on my way. A few days later, I saw a TV program that talked about flood damaged vehicles. Apparently, flooding can damage the computer systems, which control things like the brakes and steering. And flood vehicles can’t be registered or insured. Who knew? My mind immediately went to the kid I sold the vehicle to. I felt a twinge of guilt. Then my eyes darted to my stash of cash. Two weeks later, I had another car up for sale. Stay tuned!

er, more practical small SUV is perfect for young families or couples that want the same underlying goodness that is in the CLA but with standard all wheel drive (AWD) and ease of use. Pricing has not been confirmed but when it arrives this fall, expect the same aggressive pricing that the CLA delivers. That car starts at $33,900 but with AWD comes up to $36,800. Looks This new GLA is not as tall as the B-Class, which also shares the same platform, and not nearly as low-slung as the CLA. The GLA has a less aggressive front grille and stance, plus smaller wheel sizes compared to the high performance GLA 45 AMG version that sports 19-inch wheels compared to the base 18-inch wheels, but even the base model can get larger wheels as part of the Sport Package. The small, more aggressive touches and the lowered suspension do make the AMG look sportier and more purposeful but the standard GLA with the optional 19-inch wheels is a head turner too. InsIde The dash of the GLA is almost identical to both the CLA sedan and B-Class hatchback. There is a prominent screen mounted high in the centre of the dash, like an iPad application. The rest

I still rremember my first rs time. It was so easy. eas So thrilling. And I walked away with a couple of thousand thousa bucks in my pocket. Not bad for pocket a few hours’ hou work.

Buying used? u We’re looking out for you. Find out how at WatchoutforWalt.com

rect injection 4-cylinder with a healthy 208hp and 258 lb.-ft. of torque, the same as the B-Class and base CLA. There is plenty of acceleration and cruising on the highway is effortless. Driving through the mountain canyons back from Granada to Malaga was a real treat. The countryside is rustic and beautiful and the twisty roads sublime. The base GLA never set a wheel wrong and the 7-speed duel-clutch automatic can be left in economy, sport or manual for each driving situation. All GLA models come with standard AWD and this system can detach the rear wheels and drive in FWD for better economy but switches seamlessly back when more traction or cornering capability is required, plus Dynamic Cornering Assist applies just a small amount of brake force to the inside wheel when cornering to aid in the process. The 45 AMG

2014 FORESTER 2.5i 6MT STARTING FROM

28,070*

LEASE/FINANCE 24 MOS., AS LOW AS

1.9%

CASH INCENTIVE

takes things to a completely new level. The 2.0L 4-cylinder is hand assembled and pumps out a whopping 355hp and 332 lb.-ft. of torque. The 7-speed transmission and AWD system have been adapted by AMG to deliver a go-cart like drive that is so reassuring and potent that it makes the driver look and feel fantastic. Cornering is effortless and the bigger wheels and lowered suspension give great feedback but it is not jarring. verdIct Mercedes Benz is enabling more people to access its brand with smaller less expensive vehicles. The new GLA 250 and GLA 45 AMG are certainly very attractive, powerful and fun vehicles to drive. The Lowdown Power: 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder with 208hp or 355hp Fill-up: N/A Sticker price: N/A zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca

2014 FORESTER 2.0XT LIMITED SHOWN

THEY SAY YOU CAN’T PUT A PRICE ON SAFETY. WE JUST DID.

500

***

2014 XV CROSSTREK TOURING 5MT STARTING * FROM $26,570 ◆

2014 FORESTER STANDARD FEATURES: Symmetrical full-time all-wheel drive • 170 HP 4-cylinder BOXER engine • 6-speed Manual Transmission with Hill Holder System • Raised-profi le roof racks • Bluetooth ® mobile phone connectivity (voice-activated) • Air Conditioning • Power door locks, windows, and rear liftgate • Heated front seats • And more

LEASE/FINANCE 24 MOS., AS LOW AS

0.9

%**

CASH INCENTIVE

500

***

VISIT YOUR LOCAL SUBARU DEALER FOR INCREDIBLE WINTER SAVINGS. WESTERN.SUBARUDEALER.CA

DL#5032

What’s it doing here? he I thought. Apart from a couple coup of scratches on the outside ou and some moist seats, sea the vehicle seemed roadworthy. road I immediately asked about the car. I was told that th it was found full of flflood ood w water. Its previous owner wanted nothing to do with it. I bought the car for fo a couple hundred dollars. do I didn’t even have to register it in my name. n Originally, I had no n intention of doing what I did. I wanted to sell the car for parts. But, the engine still worked worke and

of the dash is sporty and functional thanks to stylish jet engine inspired air vents that do a great job of directing air flow to just the right location. The centre cluster below the screen is very straightforward and easy to master. The biggest difference between the base model and the 45 AMG are the seats. The base comes with faux leather 12-way power seats that look and feel very good. Leather is optional plus the seats are more bolstered. The AMG gets upgraded seats as standard equipment but race inspired Recaro seats are part of the Exclusive Package and look superb, thanks to aluminum accents and chunky side bolsters. Other differences include a centre-mounted shifter in the AMG, where the base 250 gets the more practical column mounted gear selector, which frees up much needed storage in the centre of the car. Speaking of space, the back seats are much more practical compared to the CLA sedan thanks to a higher roof, bigger back windows and much better outward visibility. The cargo area isn’t huge at 1235L but the rear seats do split and fold for additional cargo capabilities. drIve The base GLA 250 comes with a 2.0L turbocharged di-

SAUNDERS SUBARU 1784 Island Highway, Colwood

250-474-2211 www.saunders.subarudealer.ca

Pet friendly & the coffee is always on! Meet Timber, Dave’s 5 year old Brown Lab Dave’s Fav car: 2013 BRZ

Friday, March 7, 2014

Cowichan News Leader Pictorial 15

24 Years In Business as the ISLAND'S #1 SOURCE For Automotive Finance

We have 12 LENDERS and 550 VEHICLES to choose from... that means YOU GET the CREDIT and the VEHICLE you want! RATE

S FROM

SOMETHING 3.99% FOR EVERYONE & ? EVERY BUDGET ?

424 0 7 9 5 50-

ow Did you kn entory e inv most of th rs stocks to Galaxy Mo nder is still u

FACTORY Y WARRANTE? COVERAG Did you kno w we provide a

CARPROO REPORT ONF EVERY VEHIC LE w e sell?

DIVORCE? BANKRUPTCY? BAD CREDIT? NO CREDIT? NO PROBLEM, WE CAN HELP. GET APPROVED.

2011 DODGE RAM 1500 SLT

MOST IVE ENS COMPREH VAILABLnE A T R O P E R formatio

Did you know we perform an

INDUSTRY LEADING 155 POINT SAFETY INSPECTION?

and pulls in Canada from all of BC? not just

Did you know you can

TRADE IN EVEN WHEN YOU STILL OWE MONEY on your car?

BEAT RENT YOUR CURRATE BANK nt rre on your cu n? a lo vehicle

Did you k now we were

for 2013?

Stk #D15706

178

BI-WEEKLY*

20,888

VAN ISLAND'CSOUVER TO BUY A#1 PLACE U VEHICLE SED

2013 FORD FUSION SE

Stk #D15433

72 MTHS

169

23,388

BI-WEEKLY* 84 MTHS

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

*on approved credit

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

2014 JEEP COMPASS SPORT

2012 NISSAN SENTRA Stk #D15672A

126

$ OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK OPEN: Mon.-Thurs. 9-7; Sat. 9-6 & Sun. 10-4

One of our lenders guarantees credit approval as long as you have two tax deducted pay-stubs and a valid BC drivers licence. (** Down payments may vary **)

ow Did you kn e th Carproof is

ow Did you kn le to e ab we may b

14,688

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

BI-WEEKLY* 72 MTHS

*on approved credit

Stk #K16030

157

BI-WEEKLY*

24,488

96 MTHS

*on approved credit

(+ $499 Documentation Fee & Tax)

All payments based on $0 down and include $499 Documentation Fee. 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 Stk D15433 with a rate of 4.99% total cost to borrow $3822.40, 2013 Ford Fusion SE Stk D15706 with a rate of 4.99% total cost to borrow $3962.61, 2012 Nissan Sentra Stk D15672A with a rate of 4.99% total cost to borrow $2716.77, 2014 Jeep Compass Sport Stk K16030 with a rate of 3.99% total cost to borrow $4760.56

PRICES IN EFFECT UNTIL MAR. 10, 2014.

DUNCAN

250-597-0424 7329 Trans Canada Hwy DL #31033

SAVE TIME, APPLY ONLINE!

www.galaxymotors.net

16 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

Friday, March 7, 2014

Call Call these fine businesses and find out why they are the...

TALK of OF The THE Town TOWN Talk

Expert! Friendly Service from yourWE LocalSELL Expert! WE SERVICE WHAT

Ram Appliances R.A.M. R.A.M. APPLIANCE Pick up Sept 6/13 APPLIANCE

NDS LIVERY

SALES -- SeRVICe SERVICE SaleS

GEâ€˘â€˘FISHER FISHER&&PAYKEL PAYKELâ€˘â€˘IN INHOME HOMESERVICE SERVICE â€˘â€˘GE â€˘ PARTS & SERVICE FOR ALL BRANDS â€˘ PARTS & SERVICE FOR ALL BRANDS â€˘ INSTALLS INSTALLS & & DELIVERY DELIVERY

250-748-4368 250-748-4368

460 whistler Whistler St., St., Duncan Duncan 460

With a great ad Here!

Pick up Sept 6/13

ArtiSAnSâ€™ deSiGnS Pick Pickup up Feb Sept15/13 6/13

â€˘ Walk-in safety tubs â€˘ Safety bars Young Drivers Prepare for theconversions Road Ahead â€˘ Bathtub-to-shower

â€˘INTRODUCING Non-slip surfaces â€˘ Hi-riseOUR comfortNEW toilets ICBC approved GLP course â€˘ Lifetime warranty â€˘ Donâ€™t late Young Driverswait is thetill firstitâ€™s BC too Driving School approved for ELearningremodeling Cowichan Valleyâ€™s #1 Choice in Bathroom

Program Includes 4 hours of E- learning, reducing classroom time from 20 to 16 hours

Enroll today for Spring Break March 18, 19, 20

Easy NO FEES Payment Plan Locally & Independently Owned & Operated

Fax 250-748-4377 250-748-4377 fax

www.yd.com 250-597-1138 Call 1-800-BATHTUB (228-4882) JJohnson@yd.com www.rebath.com

Utopia Bakery

Gifts & Artwork handcrafted by over 90 local artists. 251 Craig Street

250-748-6776 To advertise here call Bill:

250-746-4471 utopiabakery2@yahoo.ca

cowichannewsleader.com www.imaginethatartisans.com

Nanaimo News Bulletin Shop at Home To advertise Service Mastercraft here Call Lynn:

Flooring 250-758-7839

Pick up Sept 6/13

Carpet, Hardwood, Hardwood Resurfacing Lino, Tile, Blinds Over 50 Years Experience

HENNIE

Traveling?

JAMES ST. DUNCAN Tune into the 2727 local news 250-748-9977 while you are away LADYSMITH

www.mastercraftfl ooring.ca 250-245-0046 nanaimobulletin.com

Business Business of of the the Week Week

Ve r i d i s

YES WECabinets CATER! Christy

$Saw Island Cowichan Collision hanDYMan SeRVICe reliable - honest - efficient Saw and Turf 99 455Island CHAINSAW â€˘ Line Painting â€˘ Landscaping Pick up Sept 6/13 Pick up Sept 6/13 55cc Chainsaw with to fit new size Re-Design Services Parking Lot Maintenance â€˘ Graffiti Removal FOR ALL YEAR NEEDS â€˘Our CHRISTMAS PARTIESCATERING â€˘ OFFICE FUNCTIONS 20â€? bar and chain. â€˘ Residential & Commercial Construction

499

Comes with free carry case.

Between Honda & Toyota Car Lots 6489 Norcross Rd. & Trans Canada Hwy 250-748-4341 www.islandsawandturf.ca Open Mon-Fri 8 am - 5 pm Sat 10 am - 2 pm

Christy Cabinets New

â€˘ Cabinets Patients â€˘ Custom Design & Finishing â€˘ Refacing Existing Cabinets â€˘ Face Frame Kitchens â€˘ Dr. James Cornell â€˘ Custom Countertops â€˘ Dr. Dustin George â€˘ Entertainment Centers & Mantles

Cobble Hill Dental Welcome! Pick up Sept 6/13

Environmentally Friendly â€œGreenâ€? Cabinetry

ICE

CENTRE LTD. LTD. CENTRE

Seal the Deal!

80% of all household injuries happen in the bathroom We Offer:

General & Cosmetic

We specialize in Custom Cabinetry, Dentistry Custom Cabinetry, and Re-Facing.

250-743-2458 home 55-1400 Cowichan Bay Rd., Cobble Hill 250-743-6698 250-701-5958 cell â€˘ www.cobblehilldental.com â€˘ reception@cobblehilldental.com Wayne Christy-Owner NEW HOURS: Mon. to Wed. 7:30 am - 5 pm www.christycabinets.com Thurs: 8:00 am - 6 pm Fri: 8 am - 5 pm Sat. 8 am - 4 pm

Christy Cabinets Pick up Sept 6/13

P L A Y T T TERS R A P

â€˘ Cabinets â€˘ Custom Design Finishing Feature ad to&come â€˘ Refacing 99 Existing Cabinets for Kitchens 20 People â€˘ Face Frame 50 pieces of of Mixed Chicken the Week â€˘1Business Custom Countertops 5 large sides â€˘ 2 large gravies â€˘ Entertainment Centers & Mantles

$129

2 50 Jumbo Breast Strips 5 large sides â€˘ 2 large gravies We specialize in Custom 3 150 Jumbo Boneless Wings Cabinetry, Custom 5 large sides â€˘ 2 large gravies 4 20 pieces of Mixed Chicken Finishing, and Re-Facing. 20 jumbo Breast Strips 40 Jumbo at Boneless wings Bay Rd. Visit our showroom 1751 Cowichan 5 large sides â€˘ 2 large gravies

30 minute notice for all Party Platters is required

250-748-4424 Located in Cowichan Bay

DesiGns

inC.

Visit our showroom in Cowichan Bay or view our gallery at www.countrysidedesigns.ca Countertops MoreBill: ToCorian advertise here&call

250-743-1244 250-746-4471 cowichannewsleader.com 1751 Cowichan Bay Rd.

touch with the Pulse of the City

coNTacT LyNN:

250-758-7839

â€˘ Snow Removal â€˘ De-Icing â€˘ & a lot more ECO

â€˘ Plumbing, Heating, & Gas Service Serving Cowichan Valley Since 1985 â€˘ Renovations, Restorations & Sales ASK OUR PARKING LOT â€˘ Pipe ABOUT Camera Inspections & Utility Location Services â€˘MAINTENANCE Drain Cleaning PROGRAM

Friendly Plumbing

Call Corry:

250-709-5796 www.veridisplumbing.com www.krasyjoes.net

COMPLETE DELUXE MEALS

Glorias Food Service

Â‡ &KRRVH IURP RXU H[WHQVLYH PHQX RI )5(6+ RU IUR]HQ HQWUpHâ€™V

Â‡ 'HOLYHUHG ULJKW WR \RXU GRRU WE Pick up Sept 6/13 CATER Â‡ ,GHDO IRU VLQJOHV VHQLRUV HYHU\ERG\ Â‡ 5HJLVWHUHG ZLWK YHWHUDQV DIIDLUV

...Join us for a relaxing ....â€?Zenâ€? Come Visit Your Local Pawnexperience Stars!

BARGAINS GALORE Island Donâ€™t SELL it. CobblePerimeter Hill Dental Donâ€™t SELL it. Donâ€™t SELL ON GENTLY USED Use itait.itfor a Use for a Drains Re-Design toUsefitit for new size Collateral ITEMS!!" Collateral Collateral Pick up Sept 6/13

LOAN instead! LOAN instead! BUY, SELL, LOAN TRADE, PAWN instead!

Diane

â€˘ Esthetician â€˘ Gel Nail Artist secure, andSpecialist respectful customercustomer service! service! â€˘Fair, Body Sugaring Fair, secure, and respectful

Serving the Cowichan Valley 1994!! You can onrely our team be there for there youSince in for you Yourely can on ourtoteam to be in Denise

a confidential and professional manner. manner. Fair, secure,Heritage and customer service! a respectful confidential and professional â€˘ Stylist & Joico Colour Advisor Pawn Brokers You can rely onKim our team to be there for you in Stylist & Joico Colour Advisor a confidential and professional manner. 430 â€˘Whistler St. â€˘ 250-746-9810

Environmentally Friendly â€œGreenâ€? Cabinetry 160 Trunk Road, Duncan

â€œSeeThe the latest Think of Keeping You In designs PossumbiliTies! & trendsâ€?

By Advertising in this space!

250-743-2458 home 250-701-5958 cell Wayne Christy-Owner www.christycabinets.com

Plumbing & Heating Ltd.

CowiChan Collision ltd

Winter Holiday Esthetics Specials: Family & operated since 1965 Dec. 1st owned to Jan. 31st. Holiday Ready Head to Toe: Book a regular auto Body, & Painting pedicure and truck receiverepairs a complimentary specializing in all insurance claims brow wax. PrivateBook a Spa Pedicure and Leg Dress Ready: insurance Waxing and save 25% off total price. claims Polish Perfections: Book any Manicure/ Pedicure and save Duncan 30% on the 5194combo Mearns Road, purchase of any OPI polish

250-746-7532

#103-2763 Beverly Street Duncan www.cowichancollision.com Tel. 250-597-2020 (located near Mr. Mikes)

Â˝ Block off the Highway in Duncan

250.748.6060

Runs Jan 16 2014

www.HeritagePawnBrokers.com 3221 Gibbins Rd. Duncan

BuyFor Any Combo allIndividual your tire and & Get the 2nd one of Equal mechanical service needs. or Lesser Value FREE!

!IR #ONDITIONING s "ATTERIES s /IL #HANGES s %LECTRICAL Limit Limitone oneper percustomer customer (EATING #OOLING s %XHAUST s TrANSMISSION 3ErVICES Maximum value Expires March 31 /$8.99 2014 "ALANCING AND TirE 2EPAIRS s TUNE 5PS s !LIGNMENTS Expires 7HEEL March 31/2014 "rAkES s 3HOCKS 3TRUTS s (OUR 3ErVICE 3EASONAL -AINTENANCE 0ACKAGES s #USTOM 7HEELS

ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝

250-748-4424 (250) 478-2217

160 Trunk Road, Duncan ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝rďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝rďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝ďż˝

ON NOW AT YOUR BC CHEVROLET DEALERS. Chevrolet.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada. ‡/†/¥/*Offers apply to the purchase, finance and lease of a 2014 Chevrolet Cruze 1LT (1SA/MH9), 2014 Chevrolet Equinox LS FWD (1SA), 2014 Chevrolet Trax LS FWD (1SA) equipped as described. Freight ($1,600) and PDI included. License, insurance, registration, administration fees, PPSA and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. ≠ 0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by TD Auto Finance Services, Scotiabank or RBC Royal Bank for 72/84 months on new or demonstrator 2014 Chevrolet Equinox LS FWD/2014 Chevrolet Cruze 1LT. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $10,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $139/$119 for 72/84 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $10,000. 0% financing offer is unconditionally interest-free. Freight included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA, applicable taxes and dealer fees not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Offers apply to qualified retail customers only. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ¥ 0%/0.9%/0% for 48/60/48 month lease available on all 2014 Cruze 1LT/2014 Trax LS FWD/2014 Equinox LS FWD based on approved credit by GM Financial. Tax, license, insurance, registration, applicable provincial fees, and optional equipment extra. Annual kilometre limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometre. Monthly payments may vary depending on down payment/trade. Example: 2014 Cruze 1LT/2014 Trax LS FWD/2014 Equinox LS FWD including Freight and Air Tax is $20,845/$19,995/$27,735 at 0%/0.9%/0% APR, with $995/$1,395/$1,999 Down payment, Bi-Weekly payments are $99/$99/$139 for 48/60/48 months. Total obligation is $11,334/$14,599/$16,475 plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $9,511/$6,322/$11,270. ¥* $1,800 manufacturer to dealer lease cash available on 2014 Cruze 1LT. Cash credits available on most models. See participating dealer or chevrolet.ca for details. Offers end March 31, 2014. ^^Whichever comes first. Limit of four ACDelco Lube-Oil-Filter services in total. Fluid top-offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc., are not covered. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ~Includes 6 months trial of Directions & Connections with Turn-by-Turn Navigation (Turn-by-Turn Navigation not available in certain areas; availability impacted by some geographical/ cellular limitations), advisor assisted-routing available; Visit onstar.ca for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services vary by model and conditions. W Based on GM Testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. + The Best Buy Seal is a registered trademark of Consumers Digest Communications, LLC, used under license. Consumer Digest Best Buy was awarded to the 2010-2014 Equinox. *^Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). *† Based on WardsAuto.com 2012 Upper Small segment, excluding Hybrid and Diesel powertrains. Standard 10 airbags, ABS, traction control and StabiliTrak. **Based on GM testing in accordance to Government of Canada test methods. ¥¥ Retail and basic fleet customers who purchase or lease an eligible Chevrolet, Buick or GMC delivered from dealer stock between March 1, 2014 and March 31, 2014 will receive one 40¢ savings per litre fuel card (fuel savings card) upon payment of an additional $.01. Cards valid as of 72 hours after delivery. Fuel savings card valid for 800 litres of fuel purchased from participating Petro-Canada retail locations (and other approved North Atlantic Petroleum locations in Newfoundland) and not redeemable for cash except where required by law. GM is not responsible for cards that are lost, stolen or damaged. GM reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer and/or the program for any reason in whole or in part at any time without notice. Petro-Canada is a Suncor Energy business™ Trademark of Suncor Energy Inc. Used under licence. Cards are property of Suncor Energy. To protect your card balance, register online at www.petro-canada.ca/preferred today. †† 2014 Equinox 2LT equipped with the True North Edition are eligible to receive an $800 MSRP credit equal to the MSRP of the Perforated Leather Seating Option (AFL/AFN/AFM). Dealer Trade or Factory order may be required. Offer available to units purchased/delivered from March 1 to March 31, 2014. ^Whichever comes first. See dealer for limited warranty details. ‡‡ Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any model year 1999 or newer car that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2013, 2014 or 2015 model year Chevrolet/Buick/GMC/Cadillac car, SUV or crossover delivered in Canada between March 1, 2014 and March 31, 2014. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $750 credit available on all eligible Chevrolet, Buick GMC vehicles; $1,000 credit available on all Cadillac vehicles. Ineligible vehicles: Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado and GMC Sierra. Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Limited (GMCL) to verify eligibility. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited. See your GMCL dealer for details. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice.

Friday, March 7, 2014

A car that drives and parks itself

By Keith Morgan

It is pouring with rain so the car drops you off at the supermarket entrance and heads off on its own to find a parking spot way the heck and yonder at the other end of the mall. When you have finished your Big Shop for the week, it is still raining cats, dogs and frogs so you hit the button on the key fob. The car returns from wherever it was and you load up with nary a drop of the wet stuff falling on your head. Futuristic fantasy? – Well,

Cowichan News Leader Pictorial 17

driveway

getting your hands on the key fob to an autonomous drive car may mean a wait until 2020 when Nissan plans to begin selling that feature in multiple vehicles. However, a car capable of doing the task described in a driverless mode is here in the now. Nissan granted yours truly the opportunity recently to take a spin in a driverless electric-powered LEAF. Actually, the word spin doesn’t truly describe what was a very smooth and controlled ride around a course loaded with obstacles, traffic lights turning red, cars changing lanes unexpectedly and automated pedestrians

$ 139

PLUS

wondering out in front of us – if ‘me’ and the car counts as an ‘us’. The LEAF looked like any normal edition but was loaded with 360-degree cameras, laser scanners, radar and other ‘electrickery’, as a TV character called Catweazle once described the workings of a light bulb. I felt like that character from my childhood, who incidentally was a caveman hurled through time into the 1960s. The car pulled away smoothly, stopped at those red lights and signalled turns, a sequence of manouevres rarely witnessed on our roads when there

SAVE MORE WITH A GAS CARD ON OUR MOST FUEL EFFICIENT LINEUP EVER

ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS RECEIVE

PURCHASE FOR FINANCING UP TO

ON SELECT 2014 MODELS

LEASING

LTZ MODEL SHOWN

LEASE

500

FOR UP TO

are humans at the wheel. It slowed when a car driven by a human changed lanes ahead of us on the off-road circuit. I would have hit the phoney ped that bounded out from the curb but not this ghost driver that took instantaneous evasive action. My drive was on an airport-based circuit away from the real world, while over in Japan Nissan has conducted some demonstrations on freeways. By the end of this year, a dedicated track featuring real townscapes – masonry, not model buildings - will be ready. It will enable testers to push the vehicles

OFFERS END MARCH 31ST 2014 CRUZE LT AIR & AUTO 40¢

84 60

40¢

BI-WEEKLY FOR 48 MONTHS¥ WITH $1,999 DOWN. BASED ON A PURCHASE PRICE OF $27,735. OFFER INCLUDES FREIGHT & PDI.I..

MONTHS≠

MONTHS¥

BI-WEEKLY FOR 48 MONTHS¥ WITH $995 DOWN. BASED ON A PURCHASE PRICE OF $20,845. OFFER INCLUDES $1,800 LEASE CASH,¥* FREIGHT & PDI.

OFF/LITRE ¥ ¥ GAS CARD

50 MPG HIGHWAY

5.7 L/100 KM HWY | 7.8 L/100 KM CITYW

impossible to carry out on public roads to ensure the technology is safe. When the car is available for real world driving, a combination of GPS navigation and a tablet-style screen will enable the non-driving driver to direct the car to work, home, play or park with precision. You will be able to drive your favourite routes and it will map and record the preferences for future trips. The mock supermarket-shopping demo was the most enjoyable part of my experience because driving around full parking lots looking for a space is not my favourite pastime.

PLUS

# $ PLUS ELIGIBLE CUSTOMERS RECEIVE 750

PLUS

2014 EQUINOX LS FWD AIR & AUTO +

A CONSUMERS DIGEST BEST BUY FOR 5 YEARS AVAILABLE ALL-WHEEL DRIVE

NO-CHARGE LEATHER PACKAGE† †

2 ELIGIBLE $ CUSTOMERS RECEIVE

YEARS/40,000 KM COMPLETE C OM PL I ME N TA RY OIL CHANGES CARE CHEVROLET.CA

That said, I’m not thrilled at the thought of fun being removed from my daily driving. I like the use of technologies to avoid crashes but I can’t foresee a time when I would want to commit to fully-autonomous driving. Not because I don’t trust the technology but because I enjoy the

40¢

Call Peter Baljet Chevrolet Buick GMC at 250-746-7131, or visit us at 6300 Trans Canada Highway, Duncan. [License #8347]

challenges thrown up my daily drive. And I have this fear that many will allow their skills to diminish but just relying on technology to get them out of trouble. Do you agree or am I caveman like Catweazle? keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

Your Local Real Estate Agent

Dan Johnson

250 746-8123 Cell: 250-709-4987 working4u@shaw.ca

Dunca

nBC RealEst ate.ca

CHEVROLET FUELED UP EVENT OFF/LITRE GAS CARD

ON ALL 2014 MODELS¥ ¥

OFF/LITRE ¥ ¥ GAS CARD

FUEL EFFICIENT ECOTEC 1.4L TURBO VVT DOHC ENGINE BEST IN CLASS SAFETY WITH 10 STANDARD AIRBAGS

LEASE

$ 99 AT 0%

52 MPG HIGHWAY

5.4 L/100 KM HWY | 8.2 L/100 KM CITYW

LTZ MODEL SHOWN

$ 99 AT 0.9%

TURBOCHARGED 1.4L ECOTEC ENGINE AVAILABLE ALL-WHEEL DRIVE LEASE

2014 TRAX FWD ~

BI-WEEKLY FOR 60 MONTHS¥ WITH $1,395 DOWN. BASED ON A PURCHASE PRICE OF $19,995. OFFER INCLUDES FREIGHT & PDI.

750#

OFF/LITRE ¥ ¥ GAS CARD

ASK ABOUT OUR

46 MPG HIGHWAY

6.1 L/100 KM HWY | 9.2 L/100 KM CITYW

LTZ MODEL SHOWN

YEARS/160,000 KM

POWERTRAIN

W A R R A N T Y^

18 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

Friday, March 7, 2014

driveway

Going topless for under $30,000 By Alexandra Straub

Perhaps it might be too early to start thinking of going topless. Then again, maybe not. Dreaming about the days when we don’t need to crank the heat to full blast in the house, or bundle up to

go outside to shovel snow are warming thoughts. And so is the thought of open air driving. Here are five convertibles under $30K that might help beat the winter blahs and get you thinking about the sun. Fiat 500C - $16,495

& 5147 Polkey Road

5147 Polkey Road Duncan BC, V9L 6W3

As if the Fiat 500 wasn’t cute enough, there’s also a drop top version to give it even more character. The Pop trim has a starting price of $16,495, whereas the Lounge trim is still starts under $20K at $19,895. Both come with a 1.4L, 4-cylinder MultiAir engine, which pro-

Van Isle Powerboat School & Brokerage

Duncan 5147 Polkey RoadBC, V9L 6W3 st AreV9L Proud To Host the 1 Annual Duncan BC, 6W3

duces 101 horsepower and 98 lb-ft of torque. Okay, I know that’s not an incredible amount of ponies but, hey, we’re all equal is stopand-go traffic, right? To catch the attention of fellow commuters, the 500C comes with the option of 3 canvas top colours and 14 different exterior hues. You can even retract the roof while driving. Push the power-operated canvas roof button once and it will open the top to the midway position at speeds up to 96 km/ hr. Push it again, and it retracts behind the rear head restraints at speeds up to 80 km/hr. VW Beetle ConVertiBle - $29,075 One of the most recognizable vehicles on the road is the VW Beetle. And its convertible version offers a very similar silhouette as its coupe sibling, thus helping

it easily be spotted. The latest generation of German convertible is better than ever. Boasting more trunk room (now rated at 201L as opposed to 141L) than the previous two generations, a more “masculine” look and better driving dynamics. There are two engines to choose from: a 1.8L, 4-cylidner that produces 170 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.0L, 4-cylinder turbocharged (TSI) model with 200 horsepower

with the manual transmission (but 210hp with the optional automatic DSG) and 207 lb-ft of torque. Mazda MX-5 - $29,250 Given the title of the world’s most popular 2-seat sports car, it’s not hard to see why. The front engine, rear-wheel drive Mazda MX-5 is a blast to drive. Ask anyone who has captained it. Whether taking it out for a spin on the road or the track, this tiny two-door has nothing but good times wo-

3 Way Tie For Salesperson Of The Month

MARCH 15 & 16 10-4 PM DAILY

Dean’s Marine

5147 Polkey Road, Duncan • Speak to the experts • Boats to view onsite

• Multiple venues • FREE ADMISSION!

Guy Jones

Ian Lepper

Trevor Sheck

Discovery Honda would like to Congratulate Guy Jones, Ian Lepper & Trevor Sheck our Top Salesmen for the month of February, 2014. We would like to invite everyone to drop by & say hello to our professional sales team, or any of our staff today. OPEN: MON.-FRI. 8-6. SAT. 8-6. ON THE ISLAND HIGHWAY, JUST NORTH OF DUNCAN email: sales@discoveryhonda.com

www.discoveryhonda.com

250-748-5814 1x6-leader net ad.tfn - Composite

Bow Mel Service

For all your Chrysler, Dodge Ram, Jeep Service Needs

10 OFF %

All Chrysler, Dodge Ram & Jeep

ACCESSORIES

Seasonal Package ✔ Perform engine oil and filter change* (up to 5 litres of oil) *Synthetic oil extra ✔ Perform peace of mind inspection ✔ Check all fluids and adjust levels as required ✔ Lubrication where required ✔ Inspect and clean battery terminals ✔ Rotate tires, check/adjust pressures as required ✔ Exterior car wash

One coupon per offer – cannot be combined with other offers. Coupon valid until March 31, 2014

461 Trans Canada Hwy. Duncan

most vehicles + taxes & env. fees One coupon per offer – cannot be combined with other offers. Coupon valid until March 31, 2014

250-748-8144

1-800-461-5337

connect to the cowichan valley

ven into its sheet metal. The Mazda MX-5’s manual vinyl top takes only a few seconds to drop down, allowing its driver and passenger to experience a completely new world of topless driving. Under its pint-size hood is a 2.0L, 4-cylinder engine with an output of 167 horsepower and 140 lb-ft of torque. There’s also the option to outfit the MX-5 with various transmissions: a 5-speed manual, a 6-speed manual, a 6-speed automatic or a 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters, there’s fun to be had by all. Mustang ConVertiBle - $29,499 Under the hood of this American muscle car, the Ford Mustang’s 3.7L, V6 engine will give you the grunt and glory of 305 horsepower. You’ll also be able to fit four people inside along with 272L of cargo around back. Despite the healthy dose of ponies under the hood, wrangling this convertible is anything but a chore. With either a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission, you’d be pleasantly surprised as to how gracious this ‘Stang can be to drive. Then again, if you want to fire this rear-wheel drive vehicle up, you might just giggle in the process. Mini ConVertiBle $29,500 There’s something to be said about driving a MINI. It’s unlike any other experience out there. It feels like driving a street-legal go-kart, but without the abrasiveness that go-karts can have. Its pristine handling and fabulous gearbox only enhance the experience. Granted, visibility out the rear with the top up isn’t fabulous, and there isn’t a lot of trunk space (but there still is room for four!), those are secondary details. Take the 121 horsepower MINI Convertible for a spin and fall in love with things that come in small packages. alexandra.straub@ drivewaybc.ca

Friday, March 7, 2014

Cowichan News Leader Pictorial 19

driveway

Budget Brake & Muffler Auto Centre

SHOCK SALE Have 4 Shocks or Struts installed on your car or truck at

Homemade KITT: ‘Knight Rider’ replica car By Rob Sass

1983 – so he could swap out the pan-

els and parts required to make it look Minor Tune-Up Chris Palmer needed five Pontiac Trans like KITT. The ’91 also has a five-speed Ams, numerousSpark visits to eBay, count- + Plugs manual transmission, unlike KITT’s auless hours of work and the generosity tomatic, so Palmer chopped the gearAirto Filter of several friends recreate the car shift and swapped out the knob to that starred in the hit 1980s television show “Knight Rider.” And he wouldn’t hesitate to do it all over again. “It was totally worth it – more than worth it,” Palmer said of his KITT (Knight Industries Two Thousand) lookalike. “I love this car. Everybody seems to love this car.” Palmer started with a 1991 Pontiac Trans Am, which had a better drivetrain but was nine years newer than the car used in the show. That decision necessitated the purchase of four more Trans Am models – two each from 1982 and

make it look authentic. Palmer found KITT’s unique dash (complete with two video screens) and the car’s trademark front bumper on eBay, and everything operates and sounds as it did on the show. KITT’s Michigan vanity license plate reads KNI6HT. The Detroit-area resident said his 3½year project would not have been possible without the help of Sled Alley Hot Rods owner Matt Gurjack and co-worker Steve Jay; Lafata Auto Body owner Eric Lafata, who did the paint; and H&E Overlays owner Eric Thompson, who

assisted with the dash installation and also made the gauge overlays. Palmer, president of the newly created Great Lakes Knights Car Club, which he and Thompson co-founded, hopes to build show-quality movie-replica cars for other fans. For now, he’s enjoying all the attention he’s getting from the ultimate KITT car. Watch the video at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnPx5jaRJNo Rob Sass is the vice-president of content for Hagerty Insurance. Hagerty is the world’s leading specialist provider of classic car and boat insurance. Learn more at hagerty.ca and you can email rsass@hagerty.com

ZAN

KEVIN

Budget Brake & Muffler Auto Centre

ERIC

and pay for 3 See dealer for details

ART

Just south of the Silver Bridge! 5420 Trans Canada Hwy.,Duncan 250-715-1573 mon-sat. 8:30-5:00 www.budgetbrake.com

“The Guys Who Know Cars”

YOUR AUTOMOTIVE SPECIALISTS For the Best in Quality, Service & Products Call these Businesses Today

Maintenance Spring Maintenance Be seen by your customers! Winter 95 95 Special $79 Special $79 “The Good Guys” Damage Free Towing ThisDutyspace available. • Heavy Tandem Hauling Fully Insured • Multiple Flat Decks Guys” “The Free Towing •Damage Car Doors Unlocked Call today! Damage Free Towing Good Guys” em Hauling • Competitive Midas Duncan Fully Insured Rates

• Heavy Dutyone-stop Tandem Hauling is Wheel your shop • 5th Towing • Multiple Flat Decks for brakes, • Trained Driversoil changes, • Cartires Doors Unlocked and all your auto 250-701-8697 • repair needs. • Competitive Rates • 5th Wheel Towing 1-8697• Trained • 250-748-9189 Drivers

cks ked es g

Fully Insured

Special Includes: Includes: • Lube, Oil and and Filter Filter (Plus Taxes & Levi) (Up to 5 Litres Litres of of Oil) Oil) (Plus Taxes & Levi) • Oil Filter • Anti-Freeze Anti-Freeze test test • Tire rotation and tires tires checked checked • Test Battery • Vehicle Safety Inspection Inspection (Does not include semi or full synthetic synthetic oil) oil)

BUICK • CHEVROLET • GMC

Peter Baljet GM • 250-746-7131 6300 TCH. Duncan service@peterbaljetgm.ca

250-748-9189

Dickson & Fraser Auto Repairs Ltd.

Full Service Auto Repair 250-701-8697 • Any 250-748-9189 Major or Minor Repairs

Good Guys”

Damage Free Towing uty Tandem Hauling Fully Insured Flat Decks Good Guys” Damage Free Towing Beverly Street, s Unlocked “The2648 • Heavy Duty Tandem Hauling Fully Insured tive Rates • Multiple Flat Decks 250-746-6432 • Car Doors Unlocked el Towing • Competitive Rates Drivers • 5thCheck Wheel Towingour web for Specials

To advertise here call Bill: Specializing in Front Ends

250-746-4471

• Trained Drivers -701-8697 • 250-748-9189 www.midas.com cowichannewsleader.com 250-701-8697 • 250-748-9189

IAN TAIT

Mechanical Services Complete Auto & Light Truck Repair WE CARE! About Your Vehicle

250-743-8956 Downtown Cobble Hill

For all your tire and mechanical service needs. For all your tire and mechanical service need s. Air Conditioning • Batteries Changes ••Exhaust Air Oil Conditioning Batteries Electrical Heating & Cooling Oil Changes • Exhaust Transmission Electrical HeatingServices & Cooling Balancing and Tire Repairs Transmission Services Tune Ups •and Shocks & Struts Balancing Tire Repairs Wheel Alignments • Brakes Tune Ups • Shocks & Struts 24 Wheel Hour Service • Custom Wheels Alignments • Brakes Seasonal Maintenance Packages 24 Hour Service • Custom Wheels Seasonal Maintenance Packages

SERVICES

AUTO & LIGHT TRUCK REPAIR

95 Alignments $59 Call for Details

2905 Allenby Rd. 250-748-5599

All major brand s of tires and more

Flush your cooling system Schedule an appointment:

5237 Polkey Rd.

250-746-4652

2924 2924 JACKLIN JACKLIN ROAD ROAD VICTORIA VICTORIA 250-478-2217 250-478-2217

250-748-6065

We have the knowledge and service to keep your car running right

Mon-Fri: Mon-Fri:7:30 7:30- -5:30 5:30Saturday: Saturday:8:00 8:00- -4:00 4:00

2929 Green Rd. • www.canadiantire.ca

Business the Week Week Business of the

Dickson & Fraser Auto Repairs Ltd. IAN TAIT Complete Auto & Light Truck Repair

CARE! As an independently owned & operated business for over 23 years, owners Ben and Marilyn WE Marrs deliver About Vehicle honest and professional automotive repair and maintenance services to the people of Cowichan Your Valley. Whether you just need oil & filter, scheduled maintanence, tune up, front end or possibly major or minor repairs our qualified technicians can Tait meetMechanical your vehicle Services needs. has been keeping the Cowichan Valley vehicles on the road offering a full service For over 9 years, Ian automotive repair centre. Bring your truck or SUV todown Ian Tait quality andyour reliable service and repairs at reasonable rates Regular maintenance and preventative carecar can,van, prevent costly repairs the for road, but when vehicle does break or displays a checkservice. engine light, can trust the highly-trained technicians atrepair service, tune-ups, computer along withdown friendly and flexible Our you licensed technicians provide automotive complete automotive Dickson and Fraser Auto Repairssuspension to perform the requisite repair quickly effectively, how big diagnostics, brake service, service, front endwork service andand much more.no Wematter do quality work at affordable prices . We care orabout small.our customers and their cars and as a result we have a significant repeat client base.

Mechanical ServicesDamage Free Towing “The Good Guys”

• Heavy Duty Tandem Hauling Fully Insured • Multiple Flat Decks • Car Doors Unlocked We modern facilitiesvehicle equipped with latest diagnostic equipment carrisk tune-up technologies. Wehave pre-purchase inspections. Helping you reduceand your and anxiety to get an accurate picture of the condition of the •doCompetitive Rates We use Identifix on every everyLet’s day to: vehicles and light trucks faster,issue more that efficiently, vehicle you would likejob, to buy. us diagnose help findand anyrepair mechanical, cosmetic or safety you might miss from a visual or test &drive. accurately withspot the latest giving Dickson & Fraser Auto Repairs large and reliable collection of We can whatupdates, you can’t. It also helps you negotiate witha independent information. • 5th Wheel Towing experience-based fix information. Our goal is to provide our customers with outstanding service. Trained Drivers Our•auto repair certified professionals will help keep your vehicle running at its best.

5237 Polkey Rd.

250-746-4652 250-743-8956 • Downtown Cobble Hill 250-701-8697 • 250-748-9189

Book This Space and be seen by

Everyday Low Prices Guaranteed!

Mobile Power Centre Recyclers of All Batteries • Batteries: Car, Boat, Cell, Watch, Power Tools • Battery Chargers • Accessories • Recycle

#1-5311 Trans Canada Hwy (Across from Smitty’s)

250-597-1959

Be seen by your customers!

20 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

SEEN

Friday, March 7, 2014

Newman brings jazz with a smile to Crofton Promoters of Crofton’s Sunday jazz series say multi-talented songstress Sue Newman has a voice as big as Broadway and a smile to match. “The effervescent performer brings a ton of energy and a hot backup band, the el Zocalo Quintet, to the Crofton Hotel Pub this Sunday, where she’ll explore jazz standards and

CMF wows big crowd

Broadway favourites with her fellow Salt Spring Islanders,” promo material for the event reads. “Newman grew up in a musical household with jazz musician parents, touring Southern California with her siblings as a touring child variety act. “She sings jazz regularly on Salt Spring with el

Dancers from Carlson’s School of Dance performs the demi-character ballet selection Libertango during Wednesday’s edition of the 65th-annual Cowichan Music Festival Highlights Concert at Cowichan Theatre. (From left) Sarah Kaufmann performs Quiet from Matilda the Musical during Sunday’s Highlights edition; violinist Nate Bowmans performs a Bach Adagio Wednesday; and Mikayla Varga sings Computer Cat by Donna Rhodenizer Sunday.

Review: So much talent Peter W. Rusland

News Leader Pictorial

he hit of Wednesday’s wonderful Cowichan Music Festival Highlights Concert was arguably the mechanically perfect routine by Raw Robots. But that tip-top hip-hop act, by 10 well-oiled male dancers from Carlson’s school, was just one of 22 routines illustrating Cowichan’s annual crop of awesome talent. So much talent that nine acts are bound for June’s provincial competitions in Penticton. Those skills span all genres and ages — from six tiny Highland hoofers in Dance, Puppet, Dance; demi-character ballet; and Brenna Bazinet’s classical vocals, to Gabiro Nabea-Bucyana’s musical-theatre romp; terrific tap during Routine 1; and pianist Owen Laurie’s fluid work on Waterfall. George Bonner Elementary School’s jumpin’ jazz band played two rousing numbers — sadly, a swan song as Grade 6 and 7 band programs are being scrapped by school-board budget cuts, CMF organizers noted. Still, our festival soldiers on, without government funding, leaving local patrons kindly supporting some $49,000 worth of annual excellence. That’s certainly money well spent on our priceless artists. Music festival rating: 10 stars out of 10.

Andrew Leong

Zocalo, comprised of trumpeter Derrick Milton, guitarists Peter Taschuk and Tom Martin, bassist Ian Van Wyck and drummer Laurent Boucher. The show runs Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. at the pub, 1534 Joan Ave. in Crofton. Admission is $10. For information, call 250-324-2245.

Brentwood College hits another one over the roof Review: Fiddler ﬁnds hope and touches hearts against a gritty backdrop Peter W. Rusland

News Leader Pictorial

olitics rules our lives. Just ask poor Tevye the milkman. Moscow’s pogroms against Jews kick Tevye (Liam Laturnus), wife Golde (Kira Carroll), and their family and friends from their simple village of Anatevka. Those are just some of Tevye’s worries, wonderfully shared in Brentwood College’s Saturday finale of Fiddler on the Roof. Colossal choreography, marvellous music and convincing acting helped continue the private college’s penchant for sparkling plays under director Edna Widenmaier. Mazel tov, also, to music director Phil Newns and his pit orchestra, plus choreographer Lorraine Blake, for fueling this touching, aurally intelligent version of the Broadway classic played on James O’Leary’s two-story stage. Effective lighting by Don Armitage illuminated ill winds that blew through the tiny 1905 village struggling with traditions in the face of changing times. The college’s cast of droll characters displayed how folks can go with the flow of political domination, or bravely fight the system. That protest was personified in Nicholas Wilson’s turn as Perchik the Kiev student, eventually jailed in Siberia for speaking out against

“ serving up fine entertainment as often as possible at the Duncan Travelodge Silverbridge Inn www.showroomproductions.ca 250-597-1554

All SingerS Welcome Duncan's only choir with its own resident full orchestra

Wednesday evenings 7:30 - 9pm Sylvan United church -

Andrew Leong

Liam Laturnus is Tevye in the Brentwood College School production of Fiddler on the Roof. meanies in Moscow. That type of harsh reality foreshadowing the Russian Revolution sat just underneath Fiddler’s joyous veneer of Jewish customs, and the peacefully productive lifestyle Tevye and this townsfolks wanted to continue. Laturnus was terrific as Tevye tenderly reasoned with God to save his ill cow, and his village — stressing everyone’s struggle against life’s deck stacked by unseen forces. Some viewers may believe Brentwood ‘s Fiddler may not have equalled Cowichan Musical Society’s robust version some years back. On the other hand, some may think the college’s Phantom of the Opera, or Beauty and the Beast bested this Fiddler. But Saturday’s show proved unmistakably great for hitting all the right notes, emotions and dance steps. It’ll be another tough act to follow next year. Dramatic-musical play rating: 9.5 menorahs out of 10.

Expertise. After many years with diminished hearing, trying various hearing aids and various clinics both on the mainland as well as Victoria, I finally found an audiologist who was able to help me. My results indicated that I have two different hearing problems; Dr. Miranda was able to supply me with hearing aids that are programmable, to address each of these problems separately, yet still work together as a set. The trip from Victoria is a small price to pay for this excellent service.

Alex from Victoria

“

beside Frances Kelsey School mill Bay (Men needed especially) Prepping for the may 10th "Favourite opera choruses" Sue Doughty - choir conductor

www.cowichanconsort.com

Valleyview Centre, Cobble Hill 250-743-3337 Registered with CSHHPBC

Lake Cowichan 250-749-4440

Chemanius 250-246-3405

www.resonancehearingclinic.com

Friday, March 7, 2014

Cowichan News Leader Pictorial 21

Winning numbers

Got an event that needs publicity? Log onto cowichannewsleader.com, scroll down to the calendar and click “add event.”

TOWN CRIER

Weather forecast

Weekend: Periods of rain. High: 11C. Low: 7C.

March 5 6/49:

07 26 31 38 46 47 Bonus: 12

Monday: A mix of sun and cloud. High: 11C. Low 4C.

02 08 28 34 35 47 Bonus: 41

Midweek: A mix of sun and cloud. High: 11C. Low 3C.

BC/49: Extra:

81 84 90 91

courtesy Chris Carss

Your Cowichan Valley events calendar

Spring Break Family Activities at Merridale: Free activities from March 8 to 21. Visit the website at www.merridalecider. com for more info.

To add your event, go to cowichannewsleader.com/ calendar/submit/

Friday

Cowichan Folk Guild Coffeehouse: Featuring Jake Galbraith. Duncan United Church 246 Ingram St. Duncan. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., open stage starts at 7:30 p.m.

One Billion Rising for Justice: Cowichan rises at noon at Duncan City Square in solidarity with 200 countries around the world to say no to violence against women and girls. Come in support of the women in your life.

Bioengineering Course: A two-day course is aimed at anyone wanting to learn more about ecological restoration options with an emphasis on bioengineering techniques. Registration fee $120 for Cowichan Land Trust members and $150 for non-members. Pre-registration is required. For info or to register, phone (250) 746-0227 or email: info@ cowichanlandtrust.ca.

Bluegrass Showcase with Bob and Barrie: in the River Rock Bar and Grill, Duncan Showroom Productions at the Silverbridge Inn,140 TransCanada Hwy., Duncan, 7 p.m., 250-748-4311. Andrew Leong

Grade 7 Ecolé Mount Prevost students Rhys Trafford and Emily Cherneff express themselves in a fun moment on Anti-Bullying Pink Day on Wednesday. ductions at the Silverbridge Inn,140 Trans-Canada Hwy.,

Duncan. Tickets $20 advance, $22 at the door.

The Orca Ballroom features Ridley Bent: Duncan Showroom Productions at the Silverbridge Inn,140 TransCanada Hwy., Duncan, 8 p.m. Tickets $20 advance, $22 door, 250-748-4311.

Lonesome Don Wilkie: at the Bay Pub, Cowichan Bay, from 6 to 11 p.m. Black Flamango: in the River Rock Bar and Grill, Duncan Showroom Productions at the Silverbridge Inn,140 Trans-Canada Hwy., Duncan, 9:30 p.m., $5 after 11 p.m., 250-748-4311. International Women’s Day Potluck: With entertainment, 5 p.m. at the Eagles Hall, 2965 Jacob, Duncan. Please bring a potluck dish, plate, cup and utensils.

Saturday Cobble Hill Seedy Saturday: Cobble Hill Hall, 3550 Watson Ave., Cobble Hill Village, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information, call 250-743-7305 or 250-743-8036. Admission: free for everyone. Wheelchair accessible & free parking. Marc Bird: Musical entertainment, 7 p.m., Oak & Carriage Pub, 3287 Cowichan Lake Rd., Duncan. Call 250-7464144. Canadian Federation of University Women: Speaker Susan Marshall on International Women’s Day, St. John’s Hall, 1 to 2 p.m. Mike MacDonald ‘the King of Comedy’ with Matt Billon: 8 p.m., Duncan Showroom Pro-

Big Brothers Big Sisters would like to thank our event sponsor Shawnigan Lake School, our lane sponsors, prize sponsors and bowling participants. Lane Sponsors Shawnigan Lake School Mr. Mikes Steakhouse Peninsula Co-op RONA Cobble Hill Country Grocer Raymond James Mike Ganter Drillwell Sands Funeral Chapel Buckerfield’s Island Return It Coastal Community Credit Union Coleman Fraser Whittome & Lehan Generous Electric IRIS Dr. Karen McClinchey Dr. Ronald G. Smith Inc.

Cowichan Professional Building Thrifty Foods Wal-Mart Super Centre The Old Farm Market Mark’s Instant Sign Shop Duncan Lanes Prize Donors & Supporters Arbutus RV Country Maples Adam’s Tarp and Tools Boston Pizza Just Jakes Scott’s Toy & Hobbies Bucky’s Duncan Auto Parts Darcy’s Hair Design Rembrandt’s Chocolates The Old Fire House Wine Bar

Canadian Tire Vogue Roses and More Coffee on the Moon Red Balloon Khaya Home Designs Victoria Royals White Spot Lifetimer Thrifty Foods Dairy Queen Shoppers Drug Mart Joe Ros Art & Photography Barry & Terry Remus Beverly Corners Liquor Store Wendy’s Saltspring Soapworks Starbucks

Major Event Sponsor Shawnigan Lake School “We acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia”

Start Something… Mentor Today! Volunteers needed… call 250-748-2447 Like us on

the Thundercats: in the River Rock Bar and Grill, Duncan Showroom Productions at the

City of Duncan Urban Forest Strategy Meeting: Free workshops for landowners to raise awareness of the key beneﬁts of our urban forest, tree care basics, and management strategies, 10 a.m. to noon, Duncan Guide Hall, 321 Cairnsmore St.

Blues Tuesday with Thor and

Silverbridge Inn,140 TransCanada Hwy., Duncan, 8 p.m., $5 cover, 250-748-4311.

CAPRICE THEATRE www.capricecinemas.com 404 Duncan Street, DUNCAN 24 HR. Showline 748-0678

MR PEABODY & SHERMAN

Karaoke Mondays: in the River Rock Bar and Grill, Duncan Showroom Productions at the Silverbridge Inn,140 TransCanada Hwy., Duncan, 8 p.m., 250-748-4311.

Tuesday

Sunday

World Prayer Day: Ecumenical service, Egypt: Streams in the Desert written by the women of Egypt. St. Edward’s Parish, 2085 Maple Bay Rd., 1:30 p.m. Refreshments following the service. Everyone welcome.

Monday

Nightly 7:00 & 8:45 Mat Sat - Thurs 1:00

300: RISE OF EMPIRE Nightly 7:10 & 9:10 Mat Sat - Thurs 1:10 ADMISSION PRICES

18A

Adults $9.75, Juniors $8.50, Child/Senior/Matinees/Tuesdays $6.50

Public information meeting 7:00 pm, March 31st, 2014 Cobble Hill Community Hall 3550 Watson Road, Cobble Hill, BC

The Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) will be hosting a public information meeting regarding Fisher Road Recycling’s (FRR’s) operation in Cobble Hill. The company has applied to amend its current Waste Stream Management Licence, as outlined in the below notice. This public meeting is part of a broader consultation process and intends to provide an opportunity for the public to ask questions directly, and for the CVRD to gather comments on FRR’s amendment application.

facilitY licence aPPlication notice

This is to notify all concerned parties that Fisher Road Holdings Ltd. is applying for an amendment to its current licence under CVRD Bylaw 2570 – Solid Waste Management Licensing Bylaw, 2004. The following summary of key changes is provided for public notification and solicitation of comments related to the application. Contact Information: Facility Address: 1355 Fisher Road, RR2, Cobble Hill BC VOR 1L2 Landowner/Operator Name and Address: Fisher Road Holdings Ltd, 6844 Oldfield Road, Saanichton BC, V8M 2A2

Proposed amendment to current licence: 1. Compost operation: a. to increase annual throughput from the currently Licensed 10,890 tonnes to design capacity of 18,000 tonnes. The facility has been operating at this higher capacity on a temporary basis for the past 6 months. b. to increase volume of finished Class A compost (screened) permitted on-site* at any one-time from 2,640 to 4,400 tonnes maximum, to allow for seasonal fluctuations. 2. Recycling operation: a. Add new material category: Tar & Gravel Roofing, maximum 15 tonnes on-site and 300 tonnes annual throughput; b. Combine current categories for Garbage (Commercial, Residential, Compost Incidentals) and Mixed Loads (containing garbage and recyclables to be sorted) into one ‘General Refuse’ category, to allow for more effective reporting; c. Allow for new ‘General Refuse’ category to consist of all garbage, or a combination of garbage and recyclables, keeping the same combined maximum annual throughput of 5,485 tonnes**. This permits operator greater flexibility to meet local demand; and, d. Increase ‘General Refuse’ tonnage from the combined categories permitted on-site at any one-time from 19.8 to 50 tonnes maximum*** to allow operator use of fewer, but more efficient trailers. * All compost materials of any sort are stored on concrete pads with leachate collection and containment. **Approximately equivalent to shipping 3 trailer loads of 35 tonnes each per week. ***Any materials that may be odourous or attract rodents can only be stored inside the enclosed composting building. Written comments regarding this notice may be submitted to the CVRD Engineering Services Department, address below, by no later than 4.30 PST, Friday, April 18, 2014. Comments will be forwarded to the applicant (without contact information) for written response. The response may also include a response by the CVRD. The facility’s operating plan is available upon request, while the most recent local groundwater investigation report from February, 2014 can be accessed on the CVRD website at: www.cvrd.bc.ca/GroundwaterQualityinCobbleHill COWICHAN VALLEY REGIONAL DISTRICT Engineering Services Department 175 Ingram Street, Duncan BC V9L 1N8 Phone (250) 746-2530 Fax (250) 746-2543 Email: es@cvrd.bc.ca Website: www.cvrd.bc.ca

22 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial A22 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial Fri, Mar 7, 2014

LEADER PICTORIAL C

$2998 plus tax

Friday, March 7, 2014

Your community. Your classifieds.

TOLL FREE

1-855-310-3535

fax 250.746.8529 email classified@cowichannewsleader.com

SELL YOUR STUFF!

Choose any: Black Press Community Newspapers!

(99Â˘ extra lines) Runs till it sells, up to 8 weeks!

Add any other paper for only $9.99 each +tax

Private Party Merchandise Ad 1" PHOTO + 5 LINES

BONUS! We will upload your ad to

FREE! Ask us for more info.

LEADER PICTORIAL C

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DEATHS

IN MEMORIAM

HOWSE, Alice Sept. 21, 1934 â€“ Feb.15, 2014

UNDERHILL, Ernest & Esme Our loving parents Ernest Henry Underhill, 91, passed December 13, 2013 and Esme Ellena Underhill, 87, (nĂŠe Comberbach) passed February 13, 2014. Both born in Winnipeg, they lived much of their lives in Nelson and Duncan, BC. They were married for 67 years. Ernest was an artist, painter, art educator and designer. He served in the RCAF during WW II. He left behind a legacy of paintings and art objects. He earned BFA, MFA and PhD degrees. He was a family man and an outdoors enthusiast. Esme went to lâ€™Ă‰cole des Beaux-arts de MontrĂŠal. She loved creating watercolours, pastels, drawings and poetry. With 6 children, her life as a mother and homemaker took priority over her artistic pursuits. She had a great memory, sharp wit, and good sense of humour. They raised their children to be independent, creative and critical thinkers. They are survived by their children, Elena, Eldon, Eve, Erik, Elyn and Elisa, their partners, Ernestâ€™s only sibling Edith and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Esme was predeceased by her 7 older siblings.

SHANE, Lionel

Sept 28, 1924 - Feb 26, 2014 Lionel Shane passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2014 in Duncan, B.C. Predeceased by his parents James & Violet and his brothers Arthur & Raymond. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Ruth, their son Brian, grandchildren Jennifer and Jamie (Chelsie), great grandsons, Parker and Issac. Lionel is also survived by his sister Dorothy (Nick) Patafie, sister-in-law Jean Smithson, brother-in-law Pat Spinks, and Aunt Grace Spinks of Duncan and numerous nieces & nephews in B.C. and Ontario. Also a very special niece, Debbie, who despite the miles and busy life, never forgot to send â€œUncâ€? a card and gift for every occasion. We all thank you Debbie. Born & raised in Clayton, Ontario, he soon met and fell in love with Mom, Ruth Spinks. They married on April 6th, 1951 and then moved to Duncan in 1952. Mom & Dad settled into life in Duncan and stayed here. Dad became an electrician and worked all over the valley, wiring houses & repairing appliances. Dad was a long time Eagles member until he was no longer able to participate. He will be remembered for cooking Tuesday night dinner & carving the Christmas turkey. He loved to cook and we wonder how we will all survive without his cooking. Lionel always treated people with respect and will be sadly missed by all. Thanks to Dr. Griffin, all Sunridge staff & all emerg & 2nd floor Drâ€™s & nurses for their care. A special thanks to Marilyn. We will never forget your visits with Dad and for staying with Dad when we couldnâ€™t be there. We love you for that and thanks again! Dad requested no service. So please, all that knew him, take a minute & remember. The family will all meet at a later date to toast, reminisce, cry a little and tell great stories about Lionel, Dad, Unc, & Grandpa.

Your Community, Your ClassiďŹ eds. Call 1-855-310-3535

Survived by Joe, her devoted, loving husband of 62 years, children Loree (Don), Martin (Jenni), grandchildren David, Leah and Mathew and 6 greatgrandchildren. Alice was an avid horsewoman and Joeâ€™s trusted navigator on their many flying adventures. She will be dearly missed by her family, and many friends in the horse and aviation communities. Special thanks to Dr. Terlien and all the staff at Sunset Lodge, Sunridge Place and the Duncan Hospital for their care and compassion. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimerâ€™s Society in her memory. A celebration of Aliceâ€™s life will be held at the Glenora Community Hall on Sunday, March 9, at 2:00 PM.

DEATHS

For those who love, time is not.... Missing you today and always. DEATHS

Elizabeth Stafford

June 17, 1920-March 1, 2014 Goodbye to our beloved Betty, mother, grammie,great grammie, aunt, friend.

Betty was predeceased by her true love and best friend Ernie, son Colin, daughter Elane, granddaughter Keeley, parents Elizabeth and James McFetridge,sisters Elizabeth and Emily, brothers Robert and Tommy. Left to grieve are her son Richard(Krista), daughters Ellenor(Phil) and Barb(Jonathon),son-in-law Ray, daughter-in-law Judy, grand children Scott, Andrew(Tori), Kate(Kevin), Evan(kassandra) Brys, Sydney, Madeleine, Emily(Clayton), Megan, Matt, Mike,and great grandchildren Jaiden, Emrys, and Finn, nieces, nephews, and many, many friends. Betty was born in Coleraine Northern Ireland. She had a happy childhood the youngest of 5 children. She went to work in a restaurant at the early age of 14, from which came her lifelong love of cooking. During World War II, Betty joined the Navy as a WREN, where she trained as a cook. While stationed in Londonderry, she met her handsome sailor â€œStaff â€?. They were married in 1945 and when the war ended they started their married life in Coleraine. They lived there happily, surrounded by friends and family, whom they visited many times in years to come, but they dreamed of a better life for themselves and their three children, Colin, Elane and Ellenor. California dreaming became their reality in 1954, joining sister-in-law, Nina, and nephew Jim. Richard and Barb joined the family, and they made a happy life in Alhambra and later La Puente. Many more friends were made but again they dreamt of something better. Canada was the plan, so Betty and Ernie packed up their 5 children, and moved to Duncan in 1961. They became members of the united church, Betty in the UCW, Ernie in AOTS. Their life was full, raising their children, working,struggling sometimes but always a team. They loved each other most but their children whom they loved, supported, encouraged, and forgave even when they were disappointed, were a close second. She was very proud of her children and grandchildren and adored her great grandchildren who always made her smile. Ernie and Betty loved travelling together, and had many trips including across Canada and the USA, to Europe, and sailed together on many cruises. Betty will be fondly remembered for her baking and cooking. She worked as a cook for a short time at Cairnsmore Hospital, but her family and friends will remember her best for her pies, scones, and cakes. She enjoyed her home and would always welcome visitors with a hot cup of tea and some wonderful treat. Most of the joy went out of Bettyâ€™s life when she lost her partner of 66 years in December 2011. Another huge loss was leaving their home due to an increasing inability to manage even with much help. In Cowichan District,Cairnsmore and Cerwydden hospitals Betty still managed to entertain with stories of her life, jokes and Irish sayings. Just a month ago Betty lost her eldest son, Colin, to lymphoma. To loose a son as well as a daughter, Elane, 9 years ago, was almost too much to bear. A second broken hip was the final insult. Betty quietly went to be with her husband, her forever love. Betty and her â€œStaff â€? are now at rest,sitting beside each other in their two comfy chairs, enjoying a cup of tea and finishing each otherâ€™s sentences. Special thanks go to all the angels at Cerwydden for your special care and patience the last few months. Thanks also to the nurses of Cowichan district hospital ER, PAR, and 3 South who helped at a very difficult time. And a very special thank you from Elly, to my wonderful family and friends and all my colleagues at Cowichan District Hospital, for all your support, good wishes and love. A celebration of Bettyâ€™s life will be held at the First Memorial Chapel, 375 Brae Road, Duncan on Friday, March 14, 2014, at 2 pm, with a tea following.

IN MEMORIAM GIFTS

In loving memory

9/52Ă–#/--5.)49 Ă–9/52Ă–#,!33)&)%$3 Ă–$BMM

FUNERAL HOMES

H.W. Wallace Cremation & Burial Centre Inc

âœŚ Afforable cremation and burial options including natural services âœŚ Bronze & granite headstones âœŚ Pre-arrangements

Harold

250-701-0001 NEW LOCATION: 5285 Polkey Road. Email: hwwallace@shawbiz.ca www.hwwallacecbc.com Locally Owned & Operated

Friday, March 7, 2014

Cowichan NewsPictorial Leader Pictorial 23 Fri, Mar 7, 2014 Cowichan News Leader A23

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMING EVENTS

INFORMATION

LOST AND FOUND

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

HELP WANTED

Denied Long-Term Disability Beneﬁts or Other Insurance?

You can make a difference...

The News Leader Pictorial office is holding several sets of “found” keys”, since March 2003. Stop into the office and see if any belong to you. #2-5380 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan, next to Buckerﬁelds

FOODSAFE AT Island Savings Centre, Mar 29th & April 26th, courses 8:30-4:30 $70. 250746-4154 www.saferfood.ca

HAIRSTYLIST WANTED. Full time/Part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Duncan locations. Guaranteed $12 per hour, 25% profit sharing, paid overtime, benefits, paid birthday, vacation pay, annual advanced training and advancement opportunities. For an interview call 866-472-4339.

PROFESSIONAL SERVER required for busy dining room in Chemainus. Only experienced need apply. No phone calls please. Drop resume off to Box Office, Chemainus Theatre, Attn. to: Terry Williams

BOOK LAUNCHES by Gail Robertson, March 13, 7-9 pm and March 14, 3-5 pm at Island Savings Centre, Portals, 2687 James St., Duncan. Enjoy Chapter 1 of the youth adventure ‘Hour House’ and science fiction ‘When the Need is Great’. Info: gailprobertson@shaw.ca or www.gailprobertson.com.

and protect your right to compensation. 778.588.7049 Toll Free: 1.888.988.7052 Julie@LawyersWest.ca www.LawyersWest.ca

COMING EVENTS

If YES, call or email for your

FREE LEGAL CONSULTATION

EAGLES LOUNGE

Live Music & Dancing Wed - Karaoke @ 7 pm Fri - Just Jim @ 6 pm Sat - Jam Night - Rock & Blues @ 6 pm Sun - Country Jam @ 2 pm Members & guests welcome! Meat Draw every Fri, Sat, & Sun pm

Aerie Meetings 2nd & 4th Tues

2965 Boys Rd., Duncan

TRAVEL

Ladies Auxiliary 1st & 3rd Tues

250-746-5611

TRAVEL

Tuesday, April 1st - 7:00-8:30 pm Travelodge Silverbridge Inn, Duncan RSVP 250-746-8088 or Toll Free 1-888-918-7934

INFORMATION

03 years • Est. 19 CREENS over 111 S•S ey for • THERMAL PANE l l a v RS g the IRRO ervin S • M •G L

Windshield Windshield Replacement Replacement Quality Brand Name Windshield Replacement • Auto • Home • Business and Repair and Junior

Lucas Gov’t Certified 9 yrs exp

Justin 11 yrs exp

Apprentice

Mike 10 yrs exp

Ralph Gov’t Certified 38 yrs exp

250-746-4824

186 Ingram St., Duncan Fax: 250-746-4642

TENDERS

Professional Chip Repair

Stacie

Did you know that the Cowichan Food Connection, which operates the Bread Van, relies on public donations to FUEL the Van? Our fuel bill alone is over $2000/month and many months we do not have the necessary funds & the bills are piling up. Every week we deliver in upwards of 3000 loaves of bread and baked goods throughout the Cowichan Valley. It is all donated to people who would otherwise go hungry (schools, Food Banks, Seniors Centres, & many more). Go to cowichanfoodconnection.com to find out how you can help or contact the secretary, Kim Sayer at 250-856-0046 for more information.

“Digniﬁed access to food for all”

LEGALS NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: Estate of LUCY MARY FIEGE, Deceased, formerly of Chemainus, British Columbia

Invites you to a New Princess Cruises Event!

INFORMATION

Save the Bread Van!

Rose

Family Owned & Operated www.dobsonsglass.com Email: dobsonsglass@telus.net

TENDERS

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL CITIZEN SATISFACTION SURVEY dŚĞ ŝƚǇ ŽĨ ƵŶĐĂŶ ŝƐ ƐĞĞŬŝŶŐ Ă ƋƵĂůŝĨŝĞĚ ƉƌŽĨĞƐƐŝŽŶĂů Ĩŝƌŵ Žƌ ƐĞƌǀŝĐĞ ƉƌŽǀŝĚĞƌ ƚŽ ĐŽŶĚƵĐƚ Ă ƐƵƌǀĞǇ ƚŽ ŽďũĞĐƚŝǀĞůǇ ŵĞĂƐƵƌĞ ƉƵďůŝĐ ŽƉŝŶŝŽŶ ŽŶ ƚŚĞ ĚĞůŝǀĞƌǇ ŽĨ ŝƚǇ ƐĞƌǀŝĐĞƐ ĂŶĚ ŝĚĞŶƚŝĨǇ ƉƌŝŽƌŝƚŝĞƐ ĂŵŽŶŐ ƌĞƐŝĚĞŶƚƐ͘ WƌŽƉŽƐĂůƐ ;ϯ ŚĂƌĚ ĐŽƉŝĞƐ Žƌ ǀŝĂ ĞŵĂŝůͿ ĐůĞĂƌůǇ ŵĂƌŬĞĚ ͞Z&W ϮϬϭϰͲϮ ŝƚǇ ŽĨ ƵŶĐĂŶ ŝƚŝǌĞŶ ^ĂƚŝƐĨĂĐƚŝŽŶ ^ƵƌǀĞǇ͟ ĂƌĞ ƚŽ ďĞ ĚĞůŝǀĞƌĞĚ ŶŽ ůĂƚĞƌ ƚŚĂŶ &ƌŝĚĂǇ͕ DĂƌĐŚ Ϯϭ͕ ϮϬϭϰ Ăƚ Ϯ͗ϬϬ Ɖ͘ŵ͘ ;ůŽĐĂů ƚŝŵĞͿ ƚŽ͗ <ĂƌĞŶ ƵƌůĞǇ͕ ŝƌĞĐƚŽƌ ŽĨ ŽƌƉŽƌĂƚĞ ^ĞƌǀŝĐĞƐ͕ ŝƚǇ ŽĨ ƵŶĐĂŶ͕ ϮϬϬ ƌĂŝŐ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ͕ ƵŶĐĂŶ͕ sϵ> ϭtϯ͘ &Ƶůů ĚĞƚĂŝůƐ ĐĂŶ ďĞ ĨŽƵŶĚ ŽŶ ƚŚĞ ŝƚǇ͛Ɛ ǁĞďƐŝƚĞ ǁǁǁ͘ĚƵŶĐĂŶ͘ĐĂ ƵŶĚĞƌ ͚ ŝƚǇ ,Ăůů͛ ĂŶĚ ͚Z&W͛Ɛ͛͘ ŽŵŵĞŶƚƐ ĂŶĚ ƋƵĞƐƚŝŽŶƐ ĐĂŶ ďĞ ĚŝƌĞĐƚĞĚ ƚŽ <ĂƌĞŶ ƵƌůĞǇ͕ ŝƌĞĐƚŽƌ ŽĨ ŽƌƉŽƌĂƚĞ ^ĞƌǀŝĐĞƐ͕ ǀŝĂ ƚĞůĞƉŚŽŶĞ͗ ϮϱϬͲϳϰϲͲϲϭϮϲ Žƌ ĞŵĂŝů͗ ŬĂƌĞŶΛĚƵŶĐĂŶ͘ĐĂ͘

Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of LUCY MARY FIEGE, Deceased are hereby notified under Section 38 of the Trustee Act that the particulars of their claim should be sent to the Executrix, ALAINE BLACKLEY, c/o McDaniel & Company, Barristers and Solicitors, 201 - 64 Station Street, Duncan, BC, V9L 1M4 on or before the 11th day of April, 2014, after which date the Executrix will distribute the Estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executrix then has notice. NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: Estate of GERHARD WALTER BRAUER, Deceased, formally of Cowichan Bay, British Columbia Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of GERHARD WALTER BRAUER, Deceased are hereby notified under Section 38 of the Trustee Act that the particulars of their claim should be sent to the Executrix, Anne Teresa Bowen, c/o McDaniel & Company, Barristers and Solicitors, 201 - 64 Station Street, Duncan BC V9L 1M4 on or before the 7th day of April, 2014, after which date the Executrix will distribute the Estate amongst the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice.

TRAVEL GETAWAYS LONG BEACH - Ucluelet Deluxe waterfront cabin, sleeps 6, BBQ. Winter Special. 2 nights $239 or 3 nights $299 Pets Okay. Rick 604-306-0891

Cabinetry Employee Required in Armstrong. Min 10 years experience in cabinetry, painting & installation. Fax 250-546-9155

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

FRIENDLY, experienced cook needed. Apply at the Arbutus Cafe. 250-746-5443

SWEEPER OPERATOR/ MANAGER for the Cowichan area & north to Nanaimo. Fax resume to: 1(250)655-4895.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Opportunities near Parksville ADMINISTRATION The Cowichan District Hospital Foundation

is currently seeking to fill a Administrative Position. The primary function is bookkeeping/record keeping however the individual will be required do reception and assistant to the Administrative Director. A proficiency with QuickBooks and experience with a charitable organization is desirable. Posting is for 30 hours per week. Please submit your application to:

Att: Linda Roseneck @ cdhfoundation@shaw.ca

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES EXPERIENCED legal assistants, p/t, f/t, various depts., resume & refs to Jodie@pearcetaylor.com CARETAKERS/ RESIDENTIAL MANAGERS

EXPERIENCED COUPLE needed to manage mobile home park in Port Hardy. Some small equipment experience necessary. Home provided+ $3000/mo. Send resume: giuliu.inv@telus.net 33010 5th Ave, Mission, BC, V2V 1V5.

HOSPITALITY

A private timberlands management business, Island Timberlands LP grows & harvests high-quality timber and other forest products in coastal British Columbia for our customers throughout the Paciﬁc Rim.

DRYLAND SORT OPERATOR BOOM Gain the opportunity to train on a wide range of positions on the Dryland Sorter (DLS) or elsewhere in the operation. Boom or dryland sort experience would be helpful.

GRAPPLE YARDER UTILITY You'll be the third person on the grapple yarder, but will also be trained as a hooktender or other position elsewhere in the operation. Preferably, you have hooktending experience, particularly if combined with a rigging background. If you enjoy working both independently and as part of a team and are looking for a wide-ranging role that offers training and scope for advancement, we want to hear from you. Compensation in line with the local collective agreement will be offered. Island Timberlands LP is one of the best sources of high-quality Douglas-fir, hemlock and cedar in North America with the second-largest private timberland holdings in BC at 258,000 hectares. We're proud of our team that brings a diversity of talent and a strong work ethic to achieving superior results and longterm sustainability for our timberlands and communities. Visit our website for more information. To apply by March 21, 2014, please direct your résumé to: opportunities@islandtimberlands.com

We are looking for two talented individuals to join our team in the following areas:

Kitchen Assistant

This position requires a selfmotivated hard working individual that will assist in the production of our fresh local foods. This permanent parttime position offers approx. 30 hours per week. We will provide training to the right candidate. Experience and Foodsafe would be considered an asset.

islandtimberlands.com HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Customer Service

As the front-line person you are able to organize and prioritize activities, enjoy a fast pace, and like working with people. This is a weekend permanent part-time position. We offer competitive wages and beneﬁts that are based on experience and skills. Please submit your resume to Saison Market 7575 Mays Road, Duncan or email:

saison@shaw.ca DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

LOST AND FOUND FOUND DIAPER Bag “Baby boom” If yours call Volume One to claim. (250)748-1533.

DRIVERS WANTED

MISSING!!! This is Lincon, our 6 yr old black lab who has gone missing from our backyard Feb. 14 near the hospital. Our family misses him very much. Please text or call with any information for Lincon’s return. (250) 732-1259

HELP WANTED

AZ, DZ, 5, 3 or 1 w/ Airbrake • Guaranteed 40hr. Work Week & Overtime • Paid Travel & Lodging • Meal Allowance • 4 Weeks Vacation • Excellent Benefits Package

Must be able to have extended stays away from home. Up to 6 months. Must have valid AZ, DZ, 5, 3 or 1 with airbrake license and have previous commercial driving experience. Apply at:www.sperryrail.com, careers & then choose the FastTRACK Application.

ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST (Permanent Full Time) The City of Duncan is located in the beautiful Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, with a servicing area of (population 35,000), and home to a multitude of artistic, cultural and recreational activities. For more information on the City of Duncan, please visit our website at www.duncan.ca. Position Reporting to the Director of Public Works, the Engineering Technologist will perform a wide variety of assignments, with a concentration on upgrading utility record drawings, keeping accurate records and notes, and preparing design and as-built (record) drawings. Qualifications 1. Graduation from a recognized technical institute or community college with a diploma in civil engineering and eligible for membership in the ASTT as a technologist/technician, or a combination of education and appropriate training and experience. 2. A minimum of one (1) year of related job or cooperative experience in a similar field. 3. Proficiency with the use of spreadsheet, word processing, database programs, and computer file organization. 4. Proficiency with the use of AutoCAD and AutoDesk programs; knowledge of GIS would be an asset. 5. Ability to perform detailed surveys and layouts for Municipal construction projects. 6. Ability to produce accurate cost estimates, progress certificates and inspection reports. 7. Good organizational ability and interpersonal skills. 8. Independence of judgment and capability of working with minimal supervision. 9. Possession and maintenance of a valid Class 5 BC Drivers Licence; a satisfactory current driver's abstract will be required. 10. The position may be physically demanding; a medical certificate to suitability for this position may be required. Salary This is a CUPE union position (37.5 hours weekly) with an hourly rate of between $32.30 and $35.32 (2013 rate) based on experience, plus a competitive benefits package. Applications A complete resume of experience, qualifications, and references will be accepted until 4:00 pm, March 21, 2014 and should be submitted to the attention of Abbas Farahbakhsh, Director of Public Works, City of Duncan, 200 Craig Street, Duncan, BC V9L 1W3 or by email to: duncan@duncan.ca. tĞ ƚŚĂŶŬ Ăůů ĂƉƉůŝĐĂƚŝŽŶƐ͖ ŚŽǁĞǀĞƌ͕ ŽŶůǇ ƚŚŽƐĞ ďĞŝŶŐ ĐŽŶƐŝĚĞƌĞĚ ĨŽƌ ŝŶƚĞƌǀŝĞǁƐ ǁŝůů ďĞ ĐŽŶƚĂĐƚĞĚ͘

24 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial A24 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial Fri, Mar 7, 2014

HELP WANTED CUSTOMER SERVICE Pacific Energy, a leader in the hearth manufacturing industry, seeks a motivated individual to join the Customer Service Team. Youâ€™ll need some or all of the following attributes to be successful in the role: â€˘ â€˘ â€˘ â€˘ â€˘

Excellent customer relations skills Good computer proficiency Multi-skilling abilities A can-do attitude Accounting Skills The position offers an attractive compensation package including a fully company paid benefits program.

Please send your resume to the attention of Chuck Richardson at

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDOS

OPEN HOUSE

APARTMENT/CONDO

VOLUNTEERS

GARAGE SALES

PACIFIC ENERGY

THE COWICHAN FOOD CONNECTION

CHEMAINUS GIANT MOVING SALE 9600 Front St, Sat, Mar 8, 8am-all day. 16â€™ Sportâ€™s Pal canoe w/electric motor and trailer, exercise equipment, tools, garden stuff, furniture, lrg cement Buddha, gas lawn mower, rain barrels and accessories, baby stroller and lots more! Everything Must Go! Register Charities welcome after 3 pm.

PRODUCTION WORKERS / MIG WELDERS Pacific Energy, a leading manufacturer of quality wood and gas stoves, has immediate openings for production metal workers and welder thanks to increased demand for new products Competitive wage rates, a comprehensive benefits program fully paid by the company are all reasons to consider a career at Pacific Energy.

Please deliver your resume in person to 2975 Allenby Rd., Duncan to the attention of Chuck Richardson or come in and ďŹ ll out an application form.

Or deliver in person to 2975 Allenby Rd., Duncan.

is looking for a CSR to handle TV rentals part time at the Cowichan District Hospital. Working hours are from approximately 4 pm - 6 pm Monday through Friday. Please send resume complete with cover letter to: mcherneski@hospnet.ca or by fax to 1-855-687-2250 NOTE: This is a permanent part time position

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE HELP WANTED

chuck@paciďŹ cenergy.net

Hospitality Network

Friday, March 7, 2014

VOLUNTEERS COWICHAN FOOD CONNECTION (THE BREAD VAN) NEEDS YOUR HELP! CFC is looking for a volunteer bookkeeper to sit on our Board of Directors as Treasurer. If you have an accounting background & 1-2 hours per month spare time please contact: Bill Macadam 250-856-0048 or email publisher@ cowichannewsleader.com Every week CFC delivers hundreds of loaves of bread, from Mill Bay to Ladysmith, to people who would otherwise go hungry (schools, food banks, seniors centres, and many more) Go to

RELIABLE HOUSECLEANER required. Refâ€™s a must. 250743-6543, 250-710-6568.

http://cowichanfoodconnection.com

HELP WANTED

to find out how you can help!

F/T DELI ASSISTANT MANAGER:

We're looking for an energetic, personable multitasker to join our Deli Team. Friendly customer service is a priority. Applicants must have previous management experience. Deli experience is a definite asset. Wage negotiable.

THE BUSY SEASON IS UPON US:

A number of positions will be coming available soon for our market. If you enjoy working in a fast paced, but casual environment and like dealing directly with the public, you could be the person we're looking for.

aka: The Bread Van is in need of volunteers for delivery driver(s) for bread runs to Nanaimo and back. The only remuneration to be paid is a feeling of good karma, free bread and a sense of helping those less fortunate then yourselves. Requirements for the driver are: a good driving record and a great attitude! Please email resume to: office@cowichannewsleader.com

to apply for this worthwhile cause.

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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE FARM EQUIPMENT FARM Equipment Auction Comox Valley Farmers Institute Biannual will be held April 5 1:00pm at 6384 Norwood Centre Tsolum river rd items. Tractors INT 3588 150hp, Haying equip Tedder more being added. Contact Brad 250897-0619 rdangus@telus.net or Brian 250-897-8280

FUEL/FIREWOOD SEASONED firewood, 1 cord split & delivered. $200/cord. 250-701-1964. Seasoned Fir & mixed, cut to order. Split or Rounds 250746-0995

FURNITURE

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE HERITAGE PAWN BARGAINS!

Makita Metal cut-off saw 305mm, Epiphone Mandolin, Specialized Pitch full suspension mountain bike Medium, NEW Titan LX80 spray paint gun and hose, Hero Airless paint sprayer, 1980â€™s Pearl Kick Drum 22 inch, 2 car sub boxes, 10â€? Eden speakers, cables, Graco UltraMax II 595 paint sprayer, Various marine charts local area. 430 Whistler. Duncan, BC. 250-746-9810. heritagepawnbrokers.com HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? HUSQVARNA RIDER (18AWD/3 blades) 4 yrs old, $3,200 obo. TROY-BUILT tiller (with manuals), Horse model H60, $400 obo. Construction ladder, 12â€™-24â€™ telescoping, $45. Memorex turntable CD/cassette recorder, $40. Variety of fishing rods & reels, best offer. 250-746-7238

QUEEN MATTRESS SET! Brand New Pillowtop style. $200. (250)713-9680 TWO MATCHING Lazboy recliners. Clean, grey/brown fabric. $200/pair obo. Phone 250246-1481

GARAGE SALES

ESTATE SALE Tools & household items. 10-3pm Sat, March 8th. 11117 Chemainus Road, Saltair, Ladysmith, BC.

COBBLE HILL: 1498 Galliers Rd, Sat., Mar 8, 9-1pm. Tools, garden equip., woodworking, pressure washer, survey laser and lots more.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

LOG LATHE, for making log homes or pillars w/spare parts. Cat power plant - tandem dump truck & fork lifts. Offers. (250)732-3239 (250)743-3198

2%!$Ă–4()3 Ă– #LASSIĂ˜EDĂ–ADSĂ–GETĂ–Ă– GREATĂ–RESULTS

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

OLD FARM MARKET

NOW HIRING VOLUNTEERS

INFORMATION SESSION Supported Transportation for Seniors â€œdoor to doorâ€?

Volunteer Drivers Wanted

Do you have spare time? This program provides rides for seniors to health related appointments within the Cowichan Valley. We need drivers in your area Date: Tuesday, March 11, 2014 Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: 135 Third Street, Duncan Light Lunch Provided Please RSVP to 250 715-6481

RENTALS

Terrace Estates

3420 Auchinachie Road ---------------------------------1 bdrm bright & spacious, newly renovated. Available now! Free heat & hot water.

------------------------------

Resident managers on site

APARTMENT/CONDO

DUPLEX/4-PLEX

1 & 2 Bdrm Renovated Apartments

OPEN HOUSE- Sat & Sun, every weekend, 1-4pm. New Duplexâ€™s For Sale, Duncan, BC at 5909, 5911 Stone Haven Rd in Stone Manor Estateâ€™s (behind Hospital) both properties are 1850sq ft 3 bdrms, 4 bath, 5 appls and much more, $309,000 includes gst. New Home For Sale: 5887 Stone Haven Rd, 2050sq ft, 2 bdrm+ den+ rec room heat pump, 5 appls, built-in vac, $384,000 includes gst, on bus route near hospital. Call Gord (250)710-1947.

Quiet & Secure Overlooks lovely gardens. Seniors Welcome!

Royal Alexander Apts

2575 Alexander St., Duncan

(250)746-6442

www.theroyalalexander.ca

FOR SALE BY OWNER

CALL NOW 250-748-3321 SHAUGHNESSY ~ GARDENS ~

3251 Cowichan Lake Rd.

Clean 1 & 2 bdrm units. Full size fridge, stove & dishwasher. Carpet & linoleum, window coverings, fireplace. Quiet, well maintained bldg with elevator & sauna. Pet friendly. Close to schools & Hospitals. CALL TO VIEW 250.710.7515 250.748.3412 www.meicorproperty.com

APARTMENTS FURNISHED DUNCAN (8 km north) Studio apartment, furnished, on 8 acres. Laundry, satellite, heat, hydro. $575. (250)748-1310. DUNCAN- ONLY $364,500. 2 bdrms+ den, 2.5 bath, supersized rec room, open concept, oak flrs, stainless steel appls. RV parking. (250)710-1947.

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL 1802SQ FT COMMERCIAL SPACE for lease, Highway frontage - just north of Duncan $5.50/sq ft + proportionate share of common expenses. Available April 1.

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

LADYSMITH 55+, one-level townhouse, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, nice kitchen, yard, garage. Pet OK. $259,500. 250-924-4398.

COTTAGES

Power Chair, new batteries, asking $1200. (250)746-8428

Apply with resumĂŠ to: Barb or Trevor at the

VOLUNTEERS

ATTENTION SENIORS Central Duncan 954 sq.ft. second floor. Reduced to $151,900, 55+ building @ 650 Dobson Rd. Call 250-815-0866

MUST VIEW Mountain View

250-709 0576.

Both Positions above require the applicant to be available for a variety of shifts, days and weekends.

Duncan (no phone calls please)

OPEN HOUSE MAR 9TH. 16748 85th Surrey, Gorgeous Fleetwood Home. 6 bedroom, 4 bath, 3,651 sq ft. Lot 6,069 sq ft. 18yrs old. A grand entrance with vaulted ceilings, and massive windows, Kitchen/family room are open concept. Family room shares a double fireplace with the den. Mountain view $649,999. For virtual tour: info@ barbraven.com Phone: 778-928-4524

Western Forest Products Inc. is an integrated Canadian forest products company located on Vancouver Island that is committed the safety of employees, the culture of performance and the discipline to achieve results.

HOUSES FOR SALE OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS Property has been rented for the past 6 years for $2,000/mo. Now vacant. 4 bed, 3 bath, 2 kitchen, 2 laundries, big deck, large (.19 acre) city lot. Walk to shopping malls, arena, pool, recreation areas and all levels of schooling, including VIU. Pensioner owner has retired, needing a quick sale. Priced below $300K with some creative financing options. Excellent holding property. David 250743-2174

RECREATIONAL PROPERTY

Detailed job postings can be viewed at

www.westernforest.com/business-value/our-people-employment/careers

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive beneĂ°ts package. If you believe that you have the skills and qualiĂ°cations, and want to experience the special West Coast lifestyle reply in conĂ°dence to: Human Resources Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611 Email: resumes@westernforest.com

CENTRAL LOCATION, Bach, 1 & 2 bdrms, balcony, F/S, heat & hot water (1 bldg only), parking, pet considered, $550$850/mo. Call 250-748-7764 CROFTON- 2 bdrm apt, $750. 5 appls, 2 floor. Refs reqâ€™d. 1 pet considered. N/S preferred. Avail now. 250-709-1379. Ground ďŹ‚oor, 3 bdrm condo, corner suite, 5 appl, 1200+ sq.ft. on dead end street near centre of town, exercise room & extra storage. 250-746-5049 LAKE COWICHAN- live in one of the nicest units, big bright 2 bdrm, bamboo flrs, walk-in closet, W/D, D/W, near town. NS/NP. $650+ hydro. Call (250)882-3149.

MAPLE GROVE APTS~ 3271 Cowichan Lake Rd 2 Bedroom apartments & 3 Bedroom Townhomes _____________________

(Northern Vancouver Island)

(Mainland Coast Forest Operations)

MAPLE BAY: 1 (250)748-90901 (250)748-9090

HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC AREA FORESTER

COBBLE HILL- 1 bdrm BUNK house, like mobile home, not fancy, but warm. On farm property. (250)743-4392.

RANCHER- 2 BDRM large shop, 2 acres, 6608 Hills Rd. $349,000. (250)720-1432. see more pics at Arrowsmith listings.

Oceanfront, Surfside RV Resort! This 1 bdrm, 40 ft Woodland Park Model sits on one of the most desirable lots in this family orientated park, steps from the pool, hot tub, tennis court, beach & clubhouse. 300 sq.ft. sunroom. 4x6 storage shed, stunning ocean and mountain views & ZERO Maintenance! Membership paid to the end of 2029. $59,900. Live for $260/m. (250) 240-3574

LOTS COMMERCIAL LOT in Downtown Duncan. $170,000. 250247-7208

*Heat & Hot water included *Family oriented *Clean & quiet *Renovated units *Indoor Pets welcome *Onsite Laundry Facilities _____________________

Call (250) 710-7515 to view www.meicorproperty.com Meicor Properties Chemainus: Lockwood Villa. Well kept bldg, 1 bdrm $625 incl heat & hot water, available now. N/S, 1 small pet welcome. 250-246-1033. www.meicorproperties.com

"59).'Ă– Ă–2%.4).' Ă–3%,,).'

1 bdrm cabin,

Newly renoâ€™d, on landlords property. Avail. immed. $550/mo + utilâ€™s. N/P. Refâ€™s, Criminal record check reqâ€™d.

(250)709-0576

MILL BAY Waterfront: 1 bdrm, all new thermal windows, NS/NP. Avail. immed. Refâ€™s. $875/mo. Call (250)743-4797.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR RENT

MUST VIEW Mountain View Terrace Estates

3420 Auchinachie Road ---------------------------------1 bdrm bright & spacious, newly renovated. Available now! Free heat & hot water.

------------------------------

Resident managers on site

CALL NOW 250-748-3321

CROFTON: 2 bdrm or 3 bdrm mobile home. Both renoâ€™d in last year, comes with F/S, W/D, fenced yard, decks. Located in family mobile home park. 3 bdrm $850, 2 bdrm $800. Appt. only. For more info call 250-210-1006 cell or 250-246-1810 home.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES DUNCAN 3BDRM sxs duplex near Drinkwater school, new flooring & paint, F/S, W/D. $1150+ utils. Available March 1. Refs. (250)537-4319.

Friday, March 7, 2014

Cowichan NewsPictorial Leader Pictorial 25 Fri, Mar 7, 2014 Cowichan News Leader A25

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

HOMES FOR RENT

SUITES, LOWER

AUTO FINANCING

CARS

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

DUNCAN, Quiet 3 bdrm upper, 1.5 baths, 5 applâ€™s. Fenced yard. NS/NP. $1275 inclâ€™s util. Apr 1. 250-748-9059

COBBLE HILL VILLAGE: Main+basement, 1300 sqft, 2 or 3 bed, 1 bath, $1000/mo incl $200 Hydro allowance & cable. NS, Pets negotiable. Avail immed. 250-715-8314

Ladysmith: Sunny 2 bdrm suite. 900 sq.ft. Hardwood flr, own laundry & carport. In quiet area, close to schools & town. Cat ok, N/S, 2 refs, April 1st, $750 + utils. 604-812-4606 or 250-335-2189. LAKE COWICHAN- 2-bdrm SxS duplex. F/S, Quiet, rural setting. Walk to Village. $600/mo + utils. 250-749-4061

DUNCAN: Somenos Road 5 bdrm, 2 storey, NP, $1,300 plus util. Avail now. 250-7483906 or 250-709-9264

#(%#+Ă–#,!33)&)%$3 Ă– $BMM

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

NEWLY RENOVATED, 1 bdrm, 1 bath suite, level entry. N/S, N/P, utilities included. $600/m. (250)709-4555

Rentals Available

SUITES, UPPER

Ladysmith: 4920 Harbour View. 4 bdrm, 2 bath oceanview 1400 sq ft home on 1/2 acre. Pet friendly, $1200/mo. Chemainus: 3301 Robertson St. 3 bdrm, 2 bath 1/2 duplex. Close to shopping and schools. $950/mo.

CHEMAINUS: upper 3 bdr house, 2 bath, 5 new applâ€™s. Walking distance to town. Pets welcome. N/S. 250-732-3702

WANTED Quality Rentals to add to our Property Management Portfolio JOHN BOOTH 250-245-2252 Royal LePage Property Management

455 Alderlea St.

Duncanâ€™s Best Condominium

528 1st Ave. Ladysmith, BC

Available Immediately!

Apartment â€˘ great location just steps from downtown â€˘ 5 appliances including insuite laundry â€˘ elevator â€˘ secured entry â€˘ large sunny balconies â€˘ creative floor plans â€˘ adult 55+ â€˘ 1 1/2 bathrooms

From $850.00 per month 250-597-2219 or 250-733-9894 HOMES FOR RENT

www.royallepagenanaimo.ca

HOMES FOR RENT

ROWAN PROPERTY MANAGEMENT LTD. (Agent for the Owner) Office: 250-748-9090 rowanproperty@shaw.ca

Âž 625 Walkem Rd, Ladysmith $595 1 BR lower suite/2 apps/shared ldry/gas fp Âž 205-2515 Alexander St, Duncan $650 1 BR apt/2 apps UHQRÂśG KRW ZDWHU LQFO Âž 208-2515 Alexander St, Duncan $650 1 BR apartment/2 apps/hot water incl. Âž 1630 Escarpment Way, Duncan $695 1 BR lower suite/6 apps/heat & hydro incl. Âž 214-2515 Alexander St, Duncan $700 2 BR apartment/2 apps/hot water incl. Âž 103-369 McKinstry Rd, Duncan $725 1 BR apartment/5 apps/patio/adult orient. Âž 6-2516 Alexander St, Duncan $750 2 BR upper floor apartment/4 apps Âž 3-5803 Banks Rd, Duncan $800 2 BR 1.5 bth townhouse/2 apps GHQ UHQRÂśG Âž 360 Bundock Ave, Duncan $800-$825 1 BR apartment/5 apps/senior friendly Âž 1858 Maple Bay Rd, Duncan $900 2 BR upper suite/4 apps/close to Mtn & Lk Âž 103-3000A Oak St, Chemainus $900 2 BR 2 bth condo/5 apps/fp/patio/19+ bld Âž 1-640 Brownsey Ave, Duncan $900 3 BR 2 bth character home/4 apps/carport Âž 3188A Gilana Pl, Duncan $950 2 BR cottage/4 apps/patio/fully fenced yard Âž 47-941 Malone Rd, Ladysmith $975 3 BR 2.5 bth townhouse/5 apps/carport Âž 12-8 White St, Ladysmith $1050 2 BR 2 bth condo/6 apps/strg unit/elec. fp Âž 10-711 Malone Rd, Ladysmith $1075 3 BR 1.5 bth townhouse/5 apps/fenced Âž 2447 Renfrew Rd, Shawn. Lk $1325 3 BR 1.5 bth log home/5 apps/1.5 acre/fp Âž 460 Arbutus Ave W., Duncan $1400 4 BR 1.5 bth home/5 apps/fenced/garage Âž 10036 Victoria Rd, Chemainus $1425 3 BR 2 bth home/6 apps/fp/garage/fenced Âž 1785 Cowichan Bay Rd, Cow Bay $1495 %5 EWK VWLOW KRPH DSSV Âś GRFN IS For updated info please visit our website at:

www.rowanproperty.ca

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

2001 MERCURY Grand Marquis. Silver, new Michelin tires, 148,000 km, tinted windows, leather, loaded, dual exhaust. Drive in luxury, immaculate condition, $4900, OBO. Call (250)727-1122 (Cobble Hill)

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.

â€˜97 SOUTHWIND STORM.34 ft Class A Gas GM 65,000 miles, big slide A/Câ€™s. Levelers, gen.set, queen bed walk around. Too much to list. Come & look. 778-455-4589

TOWING

CASH

TOWNHOUSES

For Scrap Vehicles

CRYSTAL CREEK Townhome. Avail Now. 3 bdrms, 2 bath, W/D, F/S, D/W, $950+ utils. Meicor Property Management. Call 250-709-2646.

2001 Pontiac Grand AM SE, 2.4 L4, 104,200 km, AM/FM, compact disc, cruise and power locks, air cond. $3850. Ex. condition. (250) 715-0875

LK COW: 3 bdrm townhouse (#12-215 Madill), 1.5 bath, 5 appls, single carport, newly painted. $750+util. N/S, sm pet ok. Apr 1. 250-477-4524.

Call

Tight Line Towing (250)709-5692

SOUNDERS TOWING

2008 CHEVROLET IMPALA, 4 door, AC, Power windows & locks, perfect condition, Light brown/tan. $5,500 obo. 250246-1481

TRANSPORTATION

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

Cash for

Unwanted Vehicles â€œPrompt Serviceâ€?

(250) 252-1224

AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

TRUCKS & VANS

OFFICE/RETAIL 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. Avail now. Call 250-715-6880.

1998 23â€™ Wanderer Lite 5th wheel. Sleeps 6, N/S, double sinks, tub, shower, microwave, awning. Lots of storage excellent condition. $6000 OBO. 250-748-1304

CONNECTING BUYERS AND SELLERS www.bcclassiďŹ ed.com

RECREATION

RV RESORT ON THE LAKE

Spots available at Great Rates. Daily, weekly, monthly. Pool, Hot tub, exercise room, laundry, putting green, hiking, fishing, Pickle Ball Court. Free coffee in one of the best clubhouses on the island. Nanaimo area. www.resortonthelake.com 250-754-1975 or

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

admin@resortonthelake.com

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

RV PADS

FINANCIAL SERVICES

CARPENTRY

HANDYPERSONS

COBBLE HILL: Small service RV pad on farm land. Call (250)743-4392. DUNCAN AREA- private RV pad rental. Includes water, sewer, power and deck. Call (250)748-5943.

Window Washing Gutter Cleaning Pressure Washing Yard Cleaning Junk Haul away Free estimates

SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING SENIORS Privately owned Assisted/Independent Living suite, at Wedgewood House. Large one Bedroom + den, utility room, full kitchen, balcony. Rent includes housekeeping, linen laundry, medic telephone, daily 3 course dinner (in dining room) entertainment. Close to seniors centre and stores. (250)746-7599

SUITES, LOWER COBBLE HILL- 2 bdrm main floor, heat, electric included, newer carpet, paint. No dogs. Refs. $750/mo. Call 250-7434154 or 250-743-4010. DUNCAN- 2 bdrm ground level. Private entrance, close to shopping, schools. 482 Chesterfield. $595/mo. Avail Apr 1. Text me at (250)896-4248. DUNCAN (in town)- 1 bdrm, near amenities. NS/NP. $650 inclds utils. Call 250-732-8564. DUNCAN- LARGE 1700 sq ft 3 bdrm basement, 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) 7017923. Avail. April 1st. LAKE COWICHAN- spacious 3 bdrm level entry suite, priv entrance. Inclds W/D, F/S. NP/NS. $800/mo heat incld. Call 250-923-6170.

1999 DODGE Pickup- 6 new tires, front end joints replaced, Cummins diesel engine. 250758-8930, 604-815-9075.

Larryâ€™s Cleaning (250)701-1362 COMPUTER SERVICES ABLE COMPUTER REPAIR In-home service. Seniorsâ€™ discount. Nico 250-746-6167

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

HOME CARE SUPPORT RETIRED NURSE avail. for post-operative/post-hospital & respite care in your home. 250-748-6492

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

.%%$Ă–2%0!)23 Ă–

6TF PVS DPNNVOJUZ DMBTTJmFET 4FSWJDF %JSFDUPSZ UP mOE BO FYQFSU JO ZPVS DPNNVOJUZ

CONTRACTORS LOCAL BUILDER Available for renos, alterations & suites, by the hour. Good references. Call Rob Brown Construction at (250)746-9550.

ELECTRICAL GT Electric: Resid., Comm., Renoâ€™s. Reasonable rates. Senior discount 250-208-5044

GARDENING DANA JOâ€™S GARDENING Certified gardener specializing in: Winter Pruning, General Maintenance, yard clean-up, design & installations

(250) 733-2393 #,!33)&)%$Ă–!$3Ă–-%!.Ă–-/2%Ă–"53).%33

JOEâ€™S HOME REPAIRS & PAINTING

30 yrâ€™s Experience

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES LANDSCAPING www.islandpaciďŹ clandscaping.ca

* Stone Retaining Walls * Landscape Design

250-701-8319

We ďŹ x everything

MOVING & STORAGE

250-748-5062

Cowichan Hauling & Moving We do it all. Call for a free estimate. (250) 597-8335

No HST

HAULING AND SALVAGE Cowichan Hauling & Moving We do it all. Call for a free estimate. (250) 597-8335

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

HOUSEHOLD SERVICES

PAINTING

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

PAT THE PAINTER Interior specials! No Job Too Small 25 years experience Seniors discount

Call 250-246-0248 PLUMBING

IRRIGATION/SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

INGROUND SPRINKLER

Repairs Relocations New Installations

250-701-8319 LANDSCAPING

GREGâ€™S Groundskeeping reliable service with an eye for detail. We are experienced affordable and hard working. For all your yardwork needs call Greg today 2507107204

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

ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS RUPEâ€™S ROOFING: Torch on shingles or metal. Fully insured. References; ticketed roofers. Call Rupe 1-250-4157130 or Mike 250-533-9410

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

26 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

Friday, March 7, 2014

Craigs in a family feud for A event

Shawnigan season something special

Junior boys: Basketball squad almost makes school history, one win away from provincial championships Don Bodger

Mixed bonspiel: Battle between skips Wes and son Miles goes to an extra end

News Leader Pictorial

Don Bodger

News Leader Pictorial

ather and mom matched up against their son made it an interesting finish to the OK Tire-Ingram Pharmacy Duncan Curling Club mixed

hawnigan Lake School’s return appearance in the Island junior boys’ basketball tournament was long

Don Bodger

Smooth slide is made by Jim Bangle with rinkmates Courtney Smith and Shannon Stevens taking up the sweeping, above. Miles Craig follows the progress of a rock, below, and Michelle Allen keeps an eye on her shot for the rival Wes Craig team in the A event final Sunday.

bonspiel. In the end, age and wisdom won out over youthful exuberance. Wes and Roselyn Craig and their team with Michelle and Derek Allen defeated Miles Craig, Lorraine Gagnon, Adam Holman and Caitlyn Fisher 5-4 in an extra end. “It was pretty friendly,’’ chuckled Wes Craig of the match-up. “We haven’t played each other, not that often when he’s skip. “When he plays men’s, he doesn’t usually skip. It’s fun to play against him.’’ Miles scored singles in the first three ends before Wes came back with singles in the next two ends. Miles added one in the sixth but the old master tied it with one in each of the seventh and eighth ends. Wes stole one in the ninth for the win but Miles never let his foot off the accelerator and gave him quite a game. “He can throw that big heat and move those rocks around — something I can’t do anymore,’’ said Wes. Third in the A was the Terry Bompass rink with Grace Predy, Randy McLeod and Ann Bompass. Mike Allen came fourth with Jada Allen, Glen Marsh and

Richard Allen. Paul Kondahl was the B event winner with Leanne Kelly, Ray Holman and Lynn Mellemstrand over Rodney Challborn, Diane Myrden, Mike Waller and Kari McKinlay 7-2. The Lou Oud rink claimed third and Gerald Poelman fourth. Steve Neil won the C event over Kevin Lamont 8-6 after seven ends. The eighth was played but Lamont didn’t throw the last rock. Neil’s team included Sheila Percival, Dakota Stevens and Lori Pickard while

Lamont enlisted the services of Courtney Smith, Jim Bangle and Shannon Stevens. Third and fourth in the C went to the Keith Ainsley and Jeff Berg rinks, respectively. Brent Dellebuur topped the D event with Nanci McArthur, Eric Dellebuur and Vicki Janzen over the Derek Richardson rink of Victoria 6-3. Taking third in the D was Vicki Sjoberg’s crew and Pat Moore came fourth. Duncan hosts the B.C. mixed competition next week, March 13 to 16.

Capsule Comments

hen you see the words trans-fats on a food label, think artery clogger. These fats raise the bad cholesterol (LDL) and lower the good (HDL). They used for enhancing flavour, texture and shelf-life of many processed foods. Canadian legislation hasn’t banned them yet, but many food manufacturers have reduced or eliminated trans-fats from their products. Still, reading the label is a good idea. It’s not a good idea to skip meals, especially breakfast. Those who skip breakfast are ironically more liable to be overweight and have an increased risk of heart disease and diabetes. The best advice? Eat three meals per day and if possible, eat the largest meal in the middle of the day.

overdue. The squad finally broke a drought going back to 2003 by qualifying for the Island championships at Oak Bay after winning the Central Island title. “That 2003 team got there because we had two berths from the Mid-Island,’’ recalled coach Jason Lam. “We were the second-place team. “What made this one special, we earned that right outright by knocking off Cowichan.’’ That was no easy feat, with Cowichan putting a very strong junior team on the floor, but showed how good this Shawnigan group became over the course of the season. “It really helped us the boys really gelled together early and the chemistry was there,’’ said Lam. “This group is so dedicated together. They really committed at the very beginning of the year. They said on Day One we’re going to make something special this year.’’ After getting past Cowichan, Shawnigan went into its first Island tournament game against Claremont. Shawnigan applied defensive pressure early and went on to secure a 65-41 victory. The game

featured a unified group effort by all the players. The win advanced Shawnigan into the semifinal against Dover Bay, with a chance at automatically making the provincial championships with a win. Shawnigan took a 10-9 lead after the first quarter and pushed it to 19-11 before Dover went on a 12-2 run to take a 2321 lead into halftime. Shawnigan couldn’t withstand the momentum and dropped a tough 48-40 decision. Next up in the crossover game was Vanier. Shawnigan won the previous two meetings of the teams this season but fell 43-40 in a tough defensive battle. That left Shawnigan playing for bronze with a victory making it the first team from the school to make the provincial junior tournament. Again, it was there for the taking but Shawnigan lost 50-45. The game was tied 45-45 with 2:15 left. But fate was on Oak Bay’s side after a long rebound landed in the hands of its best shooter and resulted in a threepointer that decided the issue. “It bodes well for us moving forward in the future,’’ said Lam. “They’ve got the experience going through a deep postseason run.’’ And the team will have a trio of players back in junior ball, including standout Tristan Mandur, with some strong players moving up from Grade 8 as well.

Wedgwood House

Independent Living Community for Seniors n + De m r d 1 B uites S ! lable i a v A

Children between the ages of 10 and 20 need about 1300 mg of calcium every day. They are still growing and calcium is important. They can get that amount from two cups of milk, one cup of orange juice and a cup of yogurt every day. It’s been suggested that people who have trouble sleeping shouldn’t watch TV too close to bedtime. This could extend to the popular computer tablets and are used quite often in bed. These devices, like TVs, contain LED lights which emit blue and blue-green light which could cause sleep problems. This isn’t a proven link but if sleeping is a problem, try reducing TV and computer use before bedtime.

Pharmacists dispense more than just medication. We dispense information. Our pharmacists can further your education about the medications you are taking.

250-743-9011 Mill Bay Centre

Monday - Friday 9 am to 7pm • Saturday 9am - 6pm Sunday & Holidays 11am - 5 pm Delivery MonDay tHrougH SaturDay

Spending too much time alone? Join the Wedgwood House family.

• Spacious Suites • Dinner in our Dining Room • Housekeeping • 24 Hour Emergency Response Monitoring • Many Social Activities

Wedgwood House Seniors’ Complex 256 Government Street, Duncan QUALITY INDEPENDENT LIVING

Pharmacy Manager

Erika Pfahl

Pharmacist

Tammy Olsson

Pharmacist

Lauren Ostaff

Pharmacist

Angie Olson

250-746-9808

Licensed Strata Property Manager

Friday, March 7, 2014

Cowichan News Leader Pictorial 27

Two Duncan Lanes bowlers among medalists at CTF provincials

Got a sports story? email sports@cowichannewsleader.com phone 250-856-0045

SPoRTS WATCH

Duncan Lanes sent five youth bowlers to the Zone Bowling Centre in Richmond for the Canadian Tenpin Federation’s provincial qualifying tournament. After six games, the top six advanced to the provincials in Coquitlam. Tyler Murchie advanced with a

sixth-place total of 1,061 pins in intermediate boys. He improved his score the second day to 1,064 and moved up three places for the bronze medal. He was only 26 pins behind the gold medal and a trip to nationals. Amber Kelly continued her hot

Alice’s Wonderland

streak in bantam girls with a 578 that gave her third place and sent her to provincials. She moved into third place in the second game of the finals and increased her lead throughout the day to finish with a 584 total and the bronze medal, 67 pins ahead of fourth place.

Lofty goal attained by Morris

Provincial wrestling: Second place the best ever for a Queen of Angels student

Don Bodger

News Leader Pictorial

Andrew Leong

Characters from Alice in Wonderland come alive in Duncan Skating Club’s version, Alice’s Wonderland, Saturday at Cowichan Arena. Above, Haley Dragicevich as the Mad Hatter, Caitlyn Luckhurst as the White Queen, Baylee Hopwo as the Queen of Hearts and Anna Brancato as the Cheshire Cat. Alice, the star of the show, is portrayed by Courtney Vanderstap, left. Bottom, from left: Sonya McCormack (Mother Bird), Rylee Smith (Dinah The Cat), Hannah Kushner and Sophia Hodgins (Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum) and Cecilia Faustino (Caterpillar), skating with a few extra arms.

ixteen valley wrestlers made the long trek to Prince George for the B.C. high school championships worthwhile. Great results were obtained, including a second place for Andrea Morris in her weight class. “That’s the best Queen of Angels has ever finished in provincials,’’ said coach Nick Zuback. “For Andrea, that was a great feat for her.’’ Nolan Mitchell, a Cowichan Valley wrestler who attends Claremont Secondary, is now a three-time provincial champ and will have a chance to make it four in his Grade 12 year. “That’s almost unheard of,’’ said Zuback. Molly O’Donnell and Olive Kiruiro wrestled extremely well and were both third in their respective weight classes. Jimmy Wild came fourth and Kayden Dorma fifth in their events, making it six members of the local group in the top five. Karol Esquivel went 3-2 and finished just outside the top six. Jeevan Sall was 2-2 and Hannah Tuplin won one match and had a strong showing at her first provincial event. The nationals in Guelph, Ont. April 4 to 6 are now the focus for the 10 valley wrestlers who have qualified to attend. “That’s a record,’’ said Zuback of the total. “Looking forward to that, for sure.’’

St. George’s makes a Ross Cup sweep

Don Bodger

News Leader Pictorial

Andrew Leong

Stuck in the middle of St. George’s players Devon Mussio (16) and Connor Chiu is Jarl Whist of Brentwood College in Friday Ross Cup action.

t. George’s of Vancouver stole the show by winning both divisions in the 15th-annual Ross Cup high school hockey tournament at Kerry Park Arena. “We were quite pleased with the participation, the skill level,’’ said Mike Flynn, the tournament organizer and

Competitive edge: Junior and senior teams from Mainland school beat Shawnigan Lake in finals

coach of the host Brentwood College team. “Everyone from the visiting teams seemed to have a good time.’’ Shawnigan Lake School finished first overall in the senior division round robin. But St. George’s won the final game over Shawnigan. “It was very competitive,’’ said Flynn of the senior event

that also included a second St. George’s team, Brentwood, Cowichan Secondary, Kitsilano and Prince of Wales. Each team played three games under a point system. The top four went into the semifinals, with winners reaching the final. The junior draw had five

teams — two from Brentwood and one from Dwight in addition to the finalists — playing a minimum of four abbreviated games. St. George’s topped Shawnigan in a close game for the title to conclude a busy Thursday schedule. “They were exhausted at the end of the day,’’ said Flynn. The senior tournament was held Friday and Saturday. Skills events were also featured.

28 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

Friday, March 7, 2014

P O W E R P A Y P L A N ! P O W E R PAY P L A N ! s u NO PAYMENTS FOR 6 MONTHS l p NO PAYMENTS FOR 6 MONTHS plus WE PAY 1/2 YOUR WE PAY 1/2 YOUR PAYMENTS FOR PAYMENTS FOR NEXT 12 MONTHS! NEXT 12 MONTHS! 2014 Ram 1500 Quad Cab 4X4

LISTEN LISTEN TO TO THIS THIS LISTEN TOONTHIS EVENT EVENT ON AIR! AIR! EVENT ON AIR!

OAC OAC OAC

2014 Ram 1500 Quad Cab 4X4 2014 Ram 1500 Quad Cab 4X4 Stk# 14371 Stk# 14371 Stk# 14371

NET OF REBATE

PAYMENT

R 27,990 O 186 R PAYMENT 27,990 O 186 NET OF REBATE $ $ 27,990 OR 186 $NET OF REBATE $

$PAYMENTinc. tax $ inc. tax inc. tax

2014 2014 Jeep Jeep Patriot 2014 PatriotJeep Patriot

93 $ 93

inc. tax inc. tax inc. tax

Stk# 14176 Stk# 14176 Stk# 14176

NET OF REBATE $NET OF REBATE

PAYMENT $PAYMENT

R 16,990 O 114 R $PAYMENT 16,990 O 114 NET OF REBATE $ $ 16,990 OR 114 $

inc. tax inc. tax inc. tax

We’ll We’ll get get YOU YOU OUT OUT OF YOUR LEASE OF YOUR LEASE We’ll get YOU OUT regardless of your regardless of your OF YOUR LEASE make or model make or model regardless of your without a penny out without penny out of of makea or model your pocket your pocketout of without a penny your pocket

2014 2014 Ram Ram 3500 2014 3500 Ram Crew 3500 Crew Cab Cab 4X4 Diesel Crew Cab 4X4 Diesel 4X4 Diesel

Popcorn, Drinks & for the Kids! for theBalloons Kids! Helium for the Kids!

Stk# 14147 Stk# 14147

YOUR YOUR HALF HALF $YOUR $ HALF

57 $ 57

FREE FREE Popcorn, Drinks & Popcorn, Drinks & FREE Helium Balloons Helium Balloons

ICBC ICBC ON ON SITE SITE ICBC ON SITE

YOUR YOUR HALF HALF $YOUR $ HALF

Stk# 14147

NET OF REBATE $NET OF REBATE

PAYMENT $PAYMENT

R 47,990 O 317 R $PAYMENT 47,990 O 317 NET OF REBATE $ $ 47,990 OR 317

inc. tax inc. tax

inc. tax

inc. tax inc. tax inc. tax

Stk# 14048 Stk# 14048

with DVD! Stk# 14048

NET OF REBATE

PAYMENT

$PAYMENT R 28,990 O $193 R 28,990 O PAYMENT 193 $ $ 28,990 OR 193 NET OF REBATE

158 $ 158

inc. tax inc. tax inc. tax

Get Get up up to to Get up to $10,000 $10,000 Cash Back $10,000 Cash Back When you purchase a new vehicle WhenCash you purchase a new vehicle Back

2014 2014 Dodge Dodge Grand 2014 GrandDodge Caravan Grand Caravan with DVD! Caravan with DVD! $NET OF REBATE $

YOUR HALF HALF YOUR $$YOUR HALF

inc. tax inc. tax inc. tax

YOUR HALF HALF YOUR YOUR $$ HALF

96 $ 96

When you purchase a new vehicle

inc. tax inc. tax inc. tax

Smart Shoppers read the fine print: Dealer #8385. Up to $4500 more for trade negative equity on trade financed into new contract. Payments are bi-weekly 96mo, 4.49% including taxes and documentation of $399. No payments offer is deferral of payments for time specified. $5000 giveaway no purchase necessary. For Vegas/Gas card offer two offers be combined. We trust this satisfi auto dealers our area.Payments *6 monthsarenobi-weekly pay OAC,96mo, upon approval for deferral Bow Chrysler will of make 1/2No payment up to $300 max/mo.ofIn-stock units factory or dealer locates. Smart Shoppers read the fine print: Dealerno#8385. Up tocan $4500 more for trade negative equityesonconcerned trade financed into newincontract. 4.49% including taxes andMel documentation $399. payments offer is deferral payments foronly, time no specifi ed. orders $5000 giveaway no purchase necessary. For Vegas/Gas card offer no two offers can be combined. We trust this satisfies concerned auto dealers in our area. *6 months no pay OAC, upon approval for deferral Bow Mel Chrysler will make 1/2 payment up to $300 max/mo. In-stock units only, no factory orders or dealer locates.

bowmel.com 461 bowmel.com 461 Trans Trans Canada Canada Hwy. Hwy. Duncan Duncan bowmel.com 461 Trans Canada Hwy. Duncan 250-748-8144 1-800-461-5337 250-748-8144 1-800-461-5337

250-748-8144

1-800-461-5337