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Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Calm prevails on local waters
One Cowichan backs antipipeline blitz
Stormy time ahead?: Stz’uminus chief warns dispute could still escalate
Climate change: Event sees 250 ready to petition in two ridings against Enbridge’s oil project
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e’re in!” That was One Cowichan’s simple message, shaped by people’s bodies, then photographed and sent Saturday to oil giant Enbridge. Their two-word note was a heads-up from locals ready to petition and force a referendum on a B.C. permit for the oil firm’s planned pipeline to a proposed supertanker shipment port at Kitimat. The legal petitioning process — copying B.C. residents’ successful anti-HST drive several years ago — was supported at Saturday’s Defend Our Climate, Defend Our Coast event at Cowichan Station’s HUB centre. Cowichanians feared tanker ruptures and future climate-change spikes from the project. “The stakes are higher than anything we’ve ever seen,” said petitioner Sonia Furstenau. Petition timing dovetails with Ottawa’s looming decision, by June’s end, about allowing Enbridge’s pipeline. Matt Price of One Cowichan said his environmental group now has 250 citizens ready to gain 6,000 names on petitions in each of the Cowichan Valley, and Nanaimo-North Cowichan ridings. Petition names are needed from 10% of registered voters in each of B.C.’s 85 ridings to essentially force a provincial vote on Enbridge’s pipeline carrying raw materials from Alberta’s controversial oil sands, explained Price. If the feds OK the pipeline, there will still be dozens of provincial permits needed to construct it, One Cowichan’s website states. Permitting processes could be subject to B.C.’s unique initiative and recall legislation that allows citizens to write and propose laws, it says. more on page 4 HOME OF THE
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Formal ground searching is now idle after last week’s disappearance of Rodney MacKinnon in Lake Cowichanarea bush, RCMP say. “There’s no formal search and rescue, unless new information comes to light,” Sgt. Wes Olsen of Lake Cowichan’s detachment said Tuesday. He was eager for pubic tips as locals continue looking for MacKinnon. The experienced bushman was last seen May
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very cent counts to compete with gas companies. So folks with the Cowichan Biodiesel Co-operative and Cowichan Energy Alternatives are cheering a recent technology-contest win helping fund cutting-edge pointof-sale pump gear to revolutionize B.C.’s string of biofuel co-ops. Brian Roberts of Cowichan’s co-op was delighted research and development into his firm’s prototype equipment was recently primed with about $30,000 in cash and management costs from Victoria’s Catalyst social-enterprise competition. That April 2 win saw Cowichan co-op’s Hassaan Rahim, and B.C. Biofuels Network director Adam Kreek — a former Olympic oarsman — successfully pitch the Dragon’s Den-style contest, then give the proceeds toward locally developing the biodiesel pump. By May’s end, Roberts expected his 200-member co-op’s biodiesel pumping equipment — a high-tech keypad with fuel-measuring and accounting software — to be installed at Bings Creek for members, and the Cowichan Valley Regional District’s dieselvehicle fleet. Next, co-op pumps used by members at Cowichan Petroleum Sales on Allenby Road would be upgraded to “talk” with nozzle gear at Bings. “We’re creating one unified system to keep track of sales and memberships. “This is a system all B.C. biofuel co-ops can use.” Cowichan’s colleague co-ops exist in Nelson, Vancouver, and Victoria. “We’re trying to create an easy way for everyone to get fuel,” he said of his co-op making biodiesel at Bings from waste cooking oil, “and we’re creating the technology so all co-ops can share.” Cowichan’s co-op also aims to develop biogas and ethanol fuels for gas vehicles to help scrub Cowichan’s relatively high carbon footprint.
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man was the victim of a hit-andrun by a stolen car yesterday in Duncan. If it was you, or someone you know, RCMP want to hear from you. An eyewitness told police a black Audi struck a male pedestrian in the parking lot of the Safeway Gas station on Trunk Road in Duncan at approximately 6:45 p.m. Sunday, May 11. “The witness told the police that the vehicle struck the man then quickly left the area without stopping,” North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP courtesy Cowichan Biodiesel Co-op Cpl. Krista Hobday says in a New pump technology is being primed at the Cowichan Biodiesel Co-op that should allow the group to create a unified system to media release. “The victim did not provide track sales and memberships. his name to the witness or stay Roberts signalled of high prices and proprietary “Over 70% of emissions in the Cowichan Valley to speak with the investigators. are from driving, with no way to reduce that; that’s a ownerships. The witness stated that he “Gas stations all have point-of-sale systems, but really high number. just limped away. His level of you can’t get higher blends of biofuels there. “Victoria’s under 50% of carbon emissions. We injuries are unknown.’’ “We’re basically creating our own system.” need to get that down, so this is a private and public Hobday, said police do not The new pump equipment could allow co-ops partnership to reduce that,” Roberts said. know who the victim is and to work with some gas stations and upgrade and Duncan council apparently agreed. are looking for the public’s standardize pumps. It recently approved its environment commithelp in identifying him. “It’s very expensive to build gas stations. Once we tee recommendations to give Cowichan Energy “The vehicle was located in finish, we’ll be able to put in a pump at a fraction of Chemainus by RCMP with Alternatives a $4,000 grant-in-aid to fund a video promoting the group’s Community Carbon Market- the cost by partnering with private and public loca- its two occupants still inside. tions,” said Roberts. place plan. They have been charged with “We provide biofuel, they provide regular diesel, The city also backed giving CEA a $3,500 grant numerous offences including and this lets buyers mix to whatever specs they need possession of the stolen 2005 to promote increased use of biofuel through shared to reach warrantees. We’re looking at existing sysblended-pump, and point-of-sale technology. Audi A4 they were operating tems and barriers to breaking into new markets.” The co-op is using the $15,000 in Catalyst cast when they struck the man,” Roberts’ co-op also wants waste cooking oil from Hobday said. from Van City, plus $15,000 in management services cruise ships, BC Ferries and elsewhere to fill tanks from MMP, to develop its pump gauge. Anyone with any informawith low/no emission biodiesel. The co-op has asked the CVRD for development tion can contact the North “We’re creating a green economy in Cowichan that Cowichan/Duncan RCMP at funding, too. wouldn’t have existed before. To bust Cowichan’s carbon, co-ops must$ reinvent 250-748-5522, or Crime Stop“If banks invested a fraction of their profits into the pump-gauge wheel because buying equipment pers anonymously at 1-800green technology and social initiatives, this would be 222-TIPS (8477). from oil companies isn’t $ practical or affordable,
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endy Erickson knew a children’s centre named in honour of her was in the works. Erickson, who died of cancer two days after her 50th birthday in March, long had a vision for a children’s centre in the valley and worked tirelessly on building literacy skills for young children in her role as community early literacy co-ordinator for School District 79. The fruits of her passion are going to be realized. SD79 — in conjunction with community partners — has been working on developing a play and discovery centre for children up to five years old and their parents or caregivers. The centre will feature interactive play areas where children can laugh and learn through play. The play areas will include a restaurant, fire station/rescue centre, office, tugboat and marina, construction site, store, Coast Salish village, health clinic, fitness centre, art studio and a tree house. Since it was Erickson’s initiative, her legacy will be honoured with the centre being named Wendy’s House. It’s expected to open in June. It will be housed in portables located on the old Pioneer Park ball fields along the Trans-Canada
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dren. We are pleased to be working towards making Wendy’s dream a reality.’’ Wendy’s long teaching career in the district included primary classes, special education, learning assistance and reading recovery. She was appointed district co-ordinator in 2004 and initiated new learning ventures such as Fun Family Literacy Nights, Ready, Set Learn and the Parents As Literacy Partners program in the schools. Jamie noted Wendy’s vision has been a dream since she first started on her job and served as SD79 representative on the Island Literacy Committee. She was taken to see Munchkinland, Parksville’s child care centre, during a conference there and knew immediately this was something the valley needed. “From that day on, every opportunity Wendy had to speak about her dream, she took it,’’ Jamie indicated. “Whether it was a staff meeting, community meetings or speaking with colleagues, it was never far from her mind.”
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Province would welcome a vote on the pipeline
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emocracy fans used their right to fight for B.C.’s future during Saturday’s community climatechange event at Cowichan Station’s HUB. Home-grown group One Cowichan enlisted residents to legally petition — in both local provincial ridings — to force a referendum on the Enbridge corporation’s proposed oil pipeline to Kitimat. That petition process is based on the one B.C. folks successfully staged in 2011 to kill B.C.’s HST. If that’s not democracy, we don’t know what is. Now One Cowichan petitioners are ready to gain a required 10% of voters’ Referendum names, in the Cowichan Valley and would be use- Nanaimo-North Cowichan ridings, in order to force the government into a ful in Envote on giving Enbridge its provincial bridge issue permits. Citizens took similar action before, but the group pushing this initiative believe the stakes are higher than retail taxes. They think the pipeline from Alberta’s oil sands would likely break and pollute land and rivers long before reaching a supertanker port in Kitimat, where products would head to Asia. A tanker rupture, under current scenarios, would ruin our coast. A thorough clean-up is impossible, as proven by Alaska’s Exxon release. Those signing the petition want to legally sideline the pipeline before there is a catastrophe. Now you may or may not agree with their position on the pipeline. But it is difficult to deny the fact that this issue is important enough to British Columbians to warrant a clear message on what the public wants. A referendum would provide that message. It’s a mechanism governments don’t use often enough. Good on One Cowichan for trying to make it happen.
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The good and the bad of this week in Cowichan This we don’t
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People like Wendy Erickson don’t do what they do for the recognition. That doesn’t make it any less important to give credit where credit is due. People who dedicate themselves to making our community a better place are our most precious resource. It is important that we recognize their contributions. It is important we say thank you. Thank you Wendy.
Rodney MacKinnon was last seen May 1.
Hope you put up your feet mom, you earned it Ashley Degraaf
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o breaks. Standing up almost all the time. Working 135 to unlimited hours per week, while holding degrees in medicine, finance and culinary arts. No vacations, plus an increased work load on holidays including Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s. And here’s the real kicker: salary $0. I can’t forget to mention you can eat, but “only when the associate is done eating their lunch.” So who’d be crazy enough to apply for a job with this description? Me, and millions of other moms, according to a video circulated on Facebook recently. While the job profile may be a tad exagger-
ated. (I know I’m not and hopefully most other moms aren’t standing every single moment of the day and I do get breaks whether it’s a yoga class, a date with the hubby or a night out with the girls). But the fake job interview that recently went viral to promote Mother’s Day makes an interesting point about what it requires to be a parent. It’s not very often you talk about it, break it down and see it the same way the creators of this video do. Or the way Ulli Appelbaum does in his ‘24 Clear Signs You’re a Mom.’ “Instead of running from projectile vomit, you run toward it; You do more in seven minutes, than most people do all day; Going to the grocery store by yourself is a vacation; You can experience heaven and hell at the same time.” When more than 10 friends shared the video clip 24 People Who Applied for the
Most of us don’t know the worry and the fear being experienced by the friends and family of Rod MacKinnon. But we can certainly imagine what they are going through as the search for the missing Lake Cowichan man extends into its second week. Our thoughts are with them, even as so many people continue to do what they can in order to bring him safely home.
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World’s Toughest Job Were in for Quite a Surprise I figured it must be worthy enough to watch. I wasn’t disappointed. Watching the faces and hearing reactions of the applicants when the interviewer revealed the requirements was quite entertaining. “That’s almost cruel. That’s almost a very, very sick twisted joke,” said one of the interviewees upon hearing workload would go up over holidays, and with a “happy disposition” too. As hard as it is to envision what it takes to be a mom until you’re actually cleaning up projectile vomit at 2 a.m. the rewards really do make it a job worth pursuing and kind of push the less rewarding moments in the shadows. I do wish, however, more people would watch something similar before becoming parents. This clip could act as a precursor before they even begin “job hunting” if I
may. The intention is obviously to make the world aware of what moms do as well as to remind all of us to appreciate what our mothers have done for us, and still do, and hopefully that’s what it accomplished. So how about a shout out to dads too? Yes moms carry a lot of responsibility on their shoulders, but so do dads, sometimes just in different ways. Or sometimes exactly the same. Hopefully moms took a moment May 11 to put up their feet. Dads, your day is just around the corner.
Ashley Degraaf is a News Leader Pictorial reporter who writes about family issues here monthly.
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How would you feel if funding was pulled for the CBC? “I would wail, because I always turn CBC on on the car radio. I’d listen to CBC Radio more if we had better reception. I really look up to (host) Anna Maria Tremonti.’’
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What does this blockade announcement mean?
volumes. Not only are Siska’s viewpoints constantly irrelevant to the readers of your publication, they are a blatant slap in the face to those of us who tune in daily to stay in touch with what is going on in our once-great country. The CBC is constantly trying to bring us informed news, spattered with Canadiana. All the while giving us great insight from all different viewpoints. Mayhap Jay should stick to writing things that we find relevant. Until then, perhaps these boorish rants could be best left on his Facebook feed, so those who are as uninspired by his writings as myself can simply hit the Unfriend button. Jacob Teufel
Dear editor The announcement of the Stz’uminus blockade is confusing: Does this mean kayaks, canoes, sailboats, rowboats or dinghys are not allowed? My first thought was the entire ferry issue: boycotting transportation from Penelakut seems a bit self-defeating. Now, if the intent is to deal with a DFO/ fishing/prawning/management/ harvesting situation then deal with that — both the First Nations and the media — without uninformative, global statements. Deb Maike comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com
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‘Blockade’ has no power
Dear editor You live in British Columbia, part of Canada. No one needs to “request permission” to access these waters. If you wish to be a “dhimmi”, then be my guest. Gerry Gagnon
It’s nice to see old school grounds put to good use
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Joshua Wheeler of the First Cobble Hill Scouts helps build a slingshot during Kin Fest, presented by Kin Park Youth Urban Farm and Cowichan Green Community on May 10. The free social event for youth and families feature games, live music, and free food.
I doubt pleasure boats will be targetted
Maybe this will get the government’s attention
Dear editor This should be interesting, sounds like a resource management issue so I doubt if they mean pleasure boats unless they are fishing? Sure hope it doesn’t apply to kayaks! Hope you won’t have to swim to and from Retreat Island! Could this mean no more ferries? Cheryl Bastedo
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Dear editor Re: the Stz’uminus First Nation’s announced blockade. This is a bold move! I hope this works! Susan Rankin
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lengthy residence, and a biodiversity that multiplied, advanced and grew deeper throughout the course of their tenure. We should do everything possible to assist the Stz’uminus Nation fight of the scourge that has stolen and ruined their place. Ingmar Lee
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with CBC — the matter of people’s livelihood. Many employees and their families would be severely affected by the demise of the CBC. His comments do not consider this fact at all. It’s very callous thinking. I think as Canadians we should be proud of what CBC has done over many years of public service. Harry Holmes
First Nation deserves our CBC has provided excellent support in a battle with DFO service for many years Irrelevant rants better left Dear editor Dear editor to Facebook To respect the wishes of the Chemainus
Dear editor Re: the new Chemainus skatepark site at the old elementary school. I graduated in Chemainus in 2011, I’m glad to see those old grounds used for something productive finally. Amanda Folster, Nanaimo comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com
Chemainus skatepark site the best option available
Dear editor The choice for the new Chemainus skatepark is the best location possible; central and by the school. There will always be opposition but in the long run it will benefit the town and attract younger families if it is designed with a wow factor and unique in Cowichan. Now that it’s a go, let’s do it right. Tom Andrews
I would like to express my anger Dear editor Stz’uminus Nation, whose civiabout Jay Siska’s comments regardThe fact columnist Jay Siska lization in the area has spanned ing CBC. He may not like CBC, hasn’t seen the relevance of the 10,000 years, we should support but he does not think of all the CBC in more than 35 years speaks comments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com their fight against the Stephen people who do appreciate the many Harper DFO. Their territory includes False Narrows, once the years of excellent programs it has provided, as well as world news? most productive shellfish beach Before the advent of television, on the entire coast. It supported many of us grew up listening to a pre-contact population of as Here are some tips: Keep it short — 300 words or less; Keep it local — letters raised in response to ismany as 10,000 people on what is CBC’s world coverage on our old sues raised in our pages get top priority; Keep it clean — attack the issue, not the individual. now called Gabriola Island. This radios. Some of the old programs You must include your full name, home community and a phone number where we can reach you durwould be laughed at today, but Pictorial Leader Ad Formats is a landscape where every single ing office hours. Addresses and phone numbers will not be published. Letters will be edited for clarity, they were all we had, and CBC did creek that debouches into the grammar, length and good taste. Name-withheld letters will not be published. a fantastic job. This brings up a Salish Sea features the deep shell Email your thoughts to editor@cowichannewsleader.com We receive more letters than we have space important aspect of his issue 3 evidence column (4.33”)more – grayscale for. Publication is not guaranteed. middens which their
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Valley people Name: Karen Eastman Occupation: owner of Munchies Foods at Chemainus Secondary School Age: 56 Hometown: Pouce Coupe, B.C. If you get a chance see: the latest season of the BBC version of Sherlock with Benedict Cumberbatch Right now I am reading: National Geographic Traveller I’m listening to: Adele At least once everyone should: have lunch at the Royal Dar Most people don’t know I: used to be a beekeeper Proudest or happiest moment: grandbabies Most embarrassing moment: having a fire in the oven at school and having the fire department have to come If I was appointed queen of the valley I would: make birthdays a paid national holiday Before I die: leave home heading west and return home east without using any planes Words I live by: just do it
RV, Fun Pacific Golf Course, Win Management, Reflexions Dental, Party Mood, Sparks Salon, Grande West Transportation and Cowichan Golf Course. The competition happens May 22 in Toronto. You can vote for Sara at http://missuniversecanada.ca/2014-nationalfinalists. • Planning is also well underway for Bike To Work Week. It takes place May 26 to 30 locally with the now-familiar daily Celebration Stations, prizes for riders, live music and the signature carrot cake Friday afternoon wrap party. Cycle Cowichan’s Alex Haddad tells us promoting communication for all road users, cyclists and motorists alike is the theme. Registered riders are eligible for $1,500 in gift cards at the bike shops. Details at biketowork.ca • On her 93rd birthday, Peggy Smith learned chivalry was not dead in Duncan. She was enjoying a coffee out at the Duncan Dairy Queen with a birthday balloon tied to her wheelchair. Four young men (strangers) saw her, congratulated her, then returned with hugs and an ice cream cake with her name and birthdate on it. Exciting things happening for you, your friends or your family that you want to share with your community? Send me a quick email at editor@cowichannewsleader.com. We’d love to spread the word.
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Let your belly button see the sun Spring into style: Your guide to the trends as the weather warms
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pring has sprung in a big, bold way this year. In fact, with the weather we had last week, it could be argued that even summer has come early. Either way, if you’ve done your spring-cleaning and are champing at the bit to wear your new spring gear, then this is the time to do it. This week, we shot Jaimie Schmidt (of JCS Style) wearing the look of the season. And we’ve also made a list of what are to be this spring’s hottest trends. Nostalgia fans rejoice: it’s all looking very ‘90s!
The beloved ball cap never really went away for some folks, but for fashion hounds it’s been passé for quite some time. Thanks to the arrival of athletic wear as day wear (better know as ‘normcore’) the baseball hat is this summer’s go to head-gear. We’re seeing it in leather, tweed, and even silk! What is best about this trend? It’s great for bad hair days and you can easily find one somewhere in your closet. 4) Birkenstocks (or anything that resembles one)
Yes, they’re back and they’re bigger than ever and Vogue even suggests you wear them with socks. Birkenstock is obviously taking advantage of this trend and has launched them in what seems like a million different colour ways. However, traditional black seems to be every blogger’s favourite, perhaps because they look slightly less dowdy in the forever-chic colour. Whichever style you prefer, embrace this trend and may us islanders pray that it sticks around for a while!
Finding the Look
1) Denim on denim
If denim is your thing, then wear it with everything this spring. Yes, denim on denim, or ‘The Canadian Tuxedo’ is making its comeback into street fashion and we’re okay with that. So mix your washes, blend those blues and enjoy the sweet, sweet ease of denim with everything! 2) Mini backpacks
Borrowed from the school kids, hipsters, and 90’s film Clueless, the baby-sized backpack is back and in a much cooler way. Now they come in leather, denim, and are even made by Chanel. The backpack is practical and is great for lugging around half your life’s contents in. From lipstick to laptops, the backpack holds it all! 3) Ball caps
5) Belly buttons
You’d be hard pressed to find someone that thought this trend would ever make a comeback — but alas, it has. Due in part to the popularity of the crop top (you can thank Dolce & Gabbana or Prada for this) the bellybutton has managed to turn itself into a fashion statement once again. Channel early Britney Spears or Christina Aguilera for a real 90’s look, or keep it classy with a highwaisted skirt and crop top.
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Mother and daughter share same passion for fashion
Connie Gonyea and Alyssa Waser are the mother-anddaughter team behind Prudence and Archer + Arrow.
Mother’s Day Q&A: Meet the bloodlines behind two of downtown’s fashion staples
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t was Mother’s Day Sunday and in celebration we thought we’d chat to two of Duncan’s favourite boutique owners who also happen to be mother and daughter. Check out our Q & A with Connie Gonyea and Alyssa Waser, owners of Prudence and Archer + Arrow on how they work together and what they admire most about each other: What makes Archer + Arrow and Prudence differ from one another? Connie: The fabrics here (at Prudence) are all very tactile. We also offer essential oils, soaps, cosmetics, and nail laquers as well as clothing, scarves, and handbags. Alyssa: They really are entirely different stores. A+A is casual to occasion wear and we have a large selection of jewellery, while Prudence is easy-to-wear and carries casual clothing and
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dresses in natural and organic fibres, as well as skin care and cosmetics. The common thread is that we focus on representing Canadian brands and local products. What do you enjoy most about working together? C: It’s really great to see so much of my daughter. I can call her up to come see the new order I just got in and I always know she’ll share my excitement. A: It’s fun to have someone who shares the excitement of opening a new business. She shares my enthusiasm over the little things. What do you find most challenging about working together? C: Our time clocks are out of sync. I’m a morning person and Alyssa is a night owl, so our energy levels don’t always line up. A: I would rather stay up late and work than get up early, but my mom is an ‘up and at ‘em’ morning person. What inspires you most about each other’s personal style? C: Alyssa can put together an outfit in an unexpected way that looks great. A: My mom always looks great. I think you can tell how much she enjoys fashion and that she has fun with it too! Her style is feminine and comfortable. more on page 14
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Mom and daughter lean on each other
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In Your Fashion Meet: Amanda Bazinet
What do you admire most about each other? C: Alyssa is very organised, focused, and creative. I really value her input and help, especially in the merchandising area. A: My mom is so positive and supportive, and such a hard worker. I’ve been lucky to have such a great example of work ethic. What’s the best advice you’ve given each other in terms of business? C: Alyssa has worked in retail longer than I have owned my own business, so she has always been able to give me tips — mainly when it comes to displays! A: I don’t think there is just one piece of advice — it’s more a whole attitude: Positive and realistic. If you could name one piece of clothing that best represents each other, what would it be and why? C: I think what best represents Alyssa is her accessories. Her outfits are always complimented with fantastic bags, scarves, and jewellery. A: Shoes! High heels specifically. My mom is five feet tall, so she is always in heels — mostly so she can reach over the counter! Prudence and Archer + Arrow are located across from each other in Downtown Duncan on Craig Street.
Age: 25 Occupation: retail associate What is your passion? I am passionate about making the most of everyday, learning new things, and spending quality time with family and friends. What inspires you most? My faith, travelling, and the beautiful scenery on Vancouver Island. My style icon is: I don’t have one! I find inspiration in all different places; friends, the media, local and foreign designers, etc. My style is best described as: Feminine and comfortable. Today I am wearing: A grey woolly tee, Olivia Moon cream shirt, Vera Moda vest, Joe Fresh jeans and Esska boots (my fave!)
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rganizers of Maple Bay’s long-standing wooden boat festival want to remind people the event doesn’t only offer a glimpses of the past. It also features modern vessels. “Display vessels will include converted work boats, sailboats, rowboats, kayaks, classic Monks and Chris Crafts,” states promotional material. The 19th-annual festival anchored at the Maple Bay Marina takes place during the Victoria Day holi-
day weekend on May 17 and 18. “Wooden boats have a long standing history on the West Coast and Vancouver Island. The people that dedicate their time and hard work to keep them in shape, or restore them, tie us to our maritime heritage.” The event pays homage to this tradition and also celebrates the owners who share this same passion. The public can also vote for their favourite boat before or after enjoying a number of other attractions including a pool with model boat
display and demonstrations, live music and local arts and crafts up for sale. Artists, including Jeffrey Birkin and Carol Borrett (painters), Laura Filgate (glassworks), Michael Dean (marine artist), Neil Fatin (photo art), Connie Kaziechko (stained glass art), Delbert Peter (Coast Salish carvings) and Joanne Edwards (knitting), will be out and about as well. The event is free and takes place at the marina from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more, call the marina at 250746-8482.
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ON STAGE
Wednesday, May 14, 2014
The Gords add some easy class to this weekend’s music marquee Reviewer Peter W. Rusland called them the best country act to hit the valley last year. The Gords are back in Crofton this weekend. A trio of alumni from Ian Tyson’s band, The Gords are Gord Matthews, Gord Maxwell and Gordon Lee Worden. “These three music veterans are gifted
singer-songwriters, blending together with a musical depth that is rare, producing a remarkably rich sound,” a show promo sheet reads. “They combine amazing vocal harmonies with knockout guitar licks and a bangin’ bass with keyboard and drums. Their songs reach right inside you, grab hold of your heart and
soul and take you on an unforgettable musical journey.” At 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 17, they play the Crofton Hotel, 1534 Joan Avenue in Crofton. Tickets are $20 in advance at the Crofton Hotel and Rockabilly’s in Duncan or $25 at the door.
Waiting for The parade like coming home Role reprise: Cast renews special bond in play focusing on women in wartime Ashley Degraaf
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orking together has created something similar to the gals they portray. The five actresses starring in Chemainus Theatre’s Waiting for the Parade — which opened Friday evening — have a bond that has stood the test of time. It’s been seven years since they last staged John Murrell’s Second World War drama-comedy spotlighting the women behind the scenes. “Seven years is a very long time,” said Sylvia Zaradic who portrays rigid leader Janet. “There have been a lot of life changes. One girl was married, another just had a baby. It’s really the changes though that has brought more depth to our characters.” The same cast put on this production with director Colleen Winton in theatres in Campbell River and Courtenay. Winton had hoped eventually they’d get another chance to relive Parade, and had been working on getting that to fit into the Chemainus Theatre Festival’s roster for some time. “Director Colleen pitched the idea to us,” said Zaradic. “She said to us, ‘What do you think of doing the show again?’ “She’d been working on Chemainus Theatre artistic director Mark DuMez, and then she asked us if we’d be available during this time frame, and it was a miracle that we all were. “It’s been amazing,” she said. Parade made its debut in 1979, taking a quiet, reflective look at war, not from the male point of view, but from that of women left behind. It speaks honestly and directly to the heart about the women who also served during the war, providing munitions and knitted socks, battling food shortages and devastating loneliness.
Patti Allan plays Margaret with one son on active duty, the other in jail for handing out Communist leaflets, while Colleen Lornie suits up as isolated Marta, the woman whose Nazisympathizing dad has been interned. Catherine, played by Cailin Stadnyk, is just trying to ‘survive’ while her husband is away, and local gal Samantha Currie slides into the role as Eve, a teacher married to an older man. And then there’s Zaradic’s brisk, uptight, obnoxious organizer Janet. “She’s the type of person who follows all the rules. The other women don’t like her very much, because she’s giving orders all the time,” said Zaradic. Although Janet’s stone-cold shell isn’t anything like Zaradic’s off-stage personality, the two do share some similarities. “Janet tries so hard, and she never relaxes. She has a constant fight going on within her. She’s never able to have that soft spot, or fall down. “At the end of the day, it’s kind of nice to be able to smile again, and just relax,” said Zaradic. But, like Janet, 46-year-old Zaradic has a vast music background including working as a freelance singer and piano player. She’s ecstatic to be back at the Chemainus Theatre again, as she made her debut in Mural Town as Fruma Sarah in Fiddler on the Roof. Zaradic also teaches performing arts at Capilano University and works as a voice actor and director. She and the girls are having a great time coming together again. “We’ve all come to this place of deeper awareness and have been able to discover more in the dialogue too,” said Zaradic. “It’s like ‘I understand that line now. I get it.’” And the same scenes that were challenging then are still now, she said. “This scene was always hard and it still feels hard,” she said. “It’s been such a great opportunity to be part of such a poignant, powerful piece again and just to be able to work with such talented women.”
Review: Familiar Parade lingers
Ashley Degraaf
Catherine (Cailin Stadnyk), left, helps Eve (Samantha Currie) in a scene from Waiting for the Parade.
The saying “picking up from where you left off” was certainly true for the five ladies who rediscovered their roles seven years later in director Colleen Winton’s Chemainus Theate adaptation of Waiting for the Parade. Patti Allan’s crotchety, comical widow Margaret (everyone has an aunt or grandma exactly like her), Samantha Currie’s compassionate, caring and charming Eve, Colleen Lornie’s stoic and strong Marta, Cailin Stadnyk’s loose-lipped Catherine, and Sylvia Zaradic’s superannoying and neurotic Janet came together spot-on in the theatre’s third show of the season. The gal’s on-stage chemistry was just the same as what you would see shared among a group of girls reminiscing and sipping cocktails at a 10-year school reunion. It was as if they never missed a beat. Winton’s song and dance-peppered take two went off without a hitch, or any real noticeable glitches or stumbles. Lines went down just as smooth as the moonshine shared during the standout booze-fueled scene. It was led by Stadnyk’s absolutely realistic drunk and vulnerable Catherine who just learned her husband had been declared MIA. Catherine finally standing up to Janet, putting her in her place and calling her a ‘bitch,’ was both again a knee-slapping, realistic and profound moment, but like many other parts of the two-hour production lingered on a tad long after laughs from the audience and the importance of the moment was already realized. Murrell’s Second World War behind-the-scenes take of the women at the homefront plays through May, with the last performance slotted for June 1.
Community theatre troupes come up with May flowers
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Angie Brockhurst pummels Ted Eden in a scene from the Mercury Players The Original Cast.
If comedy and farce are your cups of tea, The Original Cast is steeped in two of your favourite things. Former Cowichan playwright Greg Finnegan was in the Mercury Theatre for last Thursday’s debut of his work by the hardworking Mercury Players. Directors Jim Cleough and Jennifer Lally, plus stage manager Ciara Whelan, mounted an amusingly pointless production packed with plenty of madcap moments. —Peter W. Rusland, full review at cowichannewsleader.com
We discovered whodunit. The mystery was who else, why, and how to stop it. Such was the viewer’s job as detective in Shawnigan Players’ canny, carnal caper Murder In Green Meadows. Last Friday’s show in the Queen Margaret’s School’s theatre was evidence of how a few good actors can keep us guessing about underlying motives in twisted criminal minds. —Peter W. Rusland, full review at cowichannewsleader.com
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Wednesday Grow Your Own Food: Linda Gilkeson speaks about year-round gardening. Tickets are $20 each, including tea and cookies, hosted at Twisted Sister’s Tea Room in Chemainus, 2:15 to 4:30 p.m.
Beach Walk - Thetis Island: Elder College at Island Savings Centre, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., $10 for one session plus $5 annual Elder College membership, 250-748-7529.
Parent-Child Mother Goose French & English: Strengthen parent-child attachment, language development and social connections. Ecole Cobble Hill, 1 to 2 p.m.
Cowichan Readers Theatre: Meeting on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month at 6:30 p.m. at Studio 261 (261 Southshore Rd., Lake Cowichan). Nominal membership and materials fee. For information, call 749-3728, or email: cowichanreaderstheatre@gmail.com.
A Life of Galileo: Island Oak High School presents a play about personal integrity, wonder, freedom, and oppression.
PixElle: Local trio, 7:30 p.m., Duncan Showroom, 133 Station St., Duncan. Tickets $12 advance, $15 door.
Glaciers in my Back Yard: Elder College at Island Savings Centre, 7 to 8:30 p.m., $10 for one session plus $5 annual Elder College membership, 250-748-7529.
Chemainus Seniors Centre Jam: An open acoustic jam, 55 years and older held every week at the Chemainus Seniors’ Centre, 7:10 to 10:10 p.m. $1 per person.
in Duncan; $25 at the door.
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Students Megan Lamont and Kylie Muth release a salmon into the river at the Cowichan River Provincial Park in Glenora on May 1. Maple Bay Elementary School’s grade 3/4 class received 100 chum salmon eggs from the Lake Cowichan Hatchery to raise in the classroom incubation program. Eyego $5.
Friday Basic Sketching & Drafting: Hands On @ the Library: Join Cowichan Tribes artist lessLIE
to learn and practice basic sketching and drafting. Free at the Cowichan Library, 2687 James St., Duncan. Limited space, register at the front desk of the library or call. Black & White Gala: Music
19th Annual Wooden Boat Festival: Display vessels will include converted work boats, sailboats, rowboats, kayaks, classic Monks and Chris Crafts. Free admission, Maple Bay Marina, 6145 Genoa Bay Rd., visit www.maplebaymarina.com. The Gords: with special guests Jupiter Jill and Nathan Tinkham. Crofton Hotel, 1534 Joan Ave., Crofton, 8:30 p.m. Advance tickets $20 at the Crofton Hotel and Rockabilly’s
Valley Seniors Organization: for seniors 55 and older. Bus trips, carpet bowling, whist, bridge, crib, three bands, a choir, billiard tables and more, 198 Government St., six days/week, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 250-746-4433.
(Until June 5) Awareness Meditation Training: With facilitator Gary Greenstein, meditator in the Buddhist tradition for 35 years, at the Cowichan Library, 2687 James St., Duncan, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Cowichan Historical Society Meeting: Presentation by Carolyn Prellwitz of the Cowichan Valley Schools Heritage Society, 7:30 p.m. at St. Peter’s Hall, 5800 Church Rd., Duncan. Norine Braun: Singer/songwriter, 8 p.m., Duncan Showroom, 133 Station St., Duncan. Tickets $12 advance, $15 door. King Lear: Broadcast live, 7 p.m., Cowichan Theatre, 2687 James St., Duncan. Tickets: Adult $24.50; Senior $22.25; Student $17; Child $16.50;
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Britnie Hearsey Britnie Hearsey is following a familiar trend established in the Cowichan Secondary School girls’ rugby program of achieving a higher calibre of play through experience. “She’s definitely improved so much throughout the year,’’ praises co-captain Adrienne Saari of her Grade 12 teammate. “She’s always been a great offensive player, but this year she’s really stepped up to the plate with defence. I can trust her with both parts in the game. I love having her as 10.’’ Hearsey has noticed a big change in her play each season. “I definitely used to be not a very good tackler,’’ she said. “A lot of people told me this year I’ve improved.’’ Hearsey likes the family atmosphere contained within her rugby teammates. “You guys are all friends and you guys all have your backs on the field,’’ she said. And she really likes the team sport environment for that reason. Hearsey and the team always keep each game in perspective. “When we play the bigger teams, there’s a bit more tension in the air,’’ she said. “But I try to always keep it fun because there’s no point in playing if you’re not going to have fun because that’s what sports are for.’’
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Under wraps is where Shawnigan Lake School’s Amy Hotchkiss finds herself after being chased down by Brentwood College’s Hannah Colbourne. our starting scrum half played in times that we allowed Brentwood the centre with a badly-sprained to penetrate where we were lacking ankle. She managed to finish the defensive numbers and organizagame but struggled throughout the tion. game.’’ “Having said this, we showed a Finnerty led a solid group of great deal of character filling in Shawnigan players who dominated the gaps and stepping up to the at the breakdown, turning over challenges. We have two weeks to many Brentwood balls. prepare for the provincials and we That fact wasn’t lost on Brentlook forward to working on our wood coach Marius Felix. areas of weakness heading into “The bottom line is we lost the them.’’ breakdown battle again,’’ he said. Brentwood’s Hannah Colbourne “Shawnigan was able to poach a said it was a tough loss for her lot of ball. We played better than team, but the girls pushed through we did the last time around. Obvi- it. ously, the scoreline indicates that. “They’ve obviously been practic“But unless we learn how to take ing about as much as we have,’’ care of the ball when we’re going she said. “It was close. I think we forward, it’s going to be long days could have beat them. for us against good teams. Against “I’m proud of my team. I think weaker teams, we’re fine. But the we pushed through and played battle of the breakdown was in really well — just obviously came Shawnigan’s favour and they deout short, but it’s a learning experiserved to win. Good on them.’’ ence.’’ “Our scrummaging was solid Provincials will feature a strong but we struggled in the lineouts, as field with Abbotsford and Robert we have all season,’’ offered Hall. Bateman challenging Shawnigan “Our structure defensively was Lake, ranked No. 2, and Brentalso a concern as there were many wood, ranked fourth.
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t’s always a battle whenever the Brentwood College and Shawnigan Lake School girls’ rugby teams clash on the field, especially for the AA Island title. Saturday’s meeting at Brentwood College for Island supremacy was no exception with a mere three-point margin of victory for Shawnigan Lake School, 15-12. Brentwood twice held the lead, 5-0 and 12-5, but couldn’t hang on. Both teams exhibited some great patches of play, but were also subjected to lapses. Right from the start, players on both sides got banged up as the game took a physical toll, a trend typical of other recent action. The training staffs were the busiest people on the field at many stages. Chelsea Finnerty, who took a pounding as much as anyone, fought through it to score all three Shawnigan tries. Nambi Mbaja and Katrina Florez scored tries for Brentwood, with McKenna Haz kicking a conversion. Haz took a shot at a penalty goal late in the game for the tie, but came up short. “It could have gone either way,’’ noted Shawnigan coach Mark Hall. “Brentwood was a muchimproved team from the first time we played them and I think it is safe to say that we limped into this game with all sorts of injuries. “Both of our centres have suffered season-ending injuries and
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Last year, throughoutReber our jurisdiction, 170 Creative dedicated members volunteered 8120 250-385-5255 hours producing 69,708 cancer dressings at a cost of $9,599.91. (We’ve used up inventory on hand, which once again reduced expenses. There is a need for dressings in Northern BC, so these numbers will likely increase next year.)
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Presently, sterilization is only being done by certain Hospitals and Clinics by trained and qualified staff in Vancouver, Victoria, Kelowna andd Prince George. The present method of distribution on is - the hospital staff will give the patient a supplyy of cancer dressings to take home. Local cancer patients requiring dressings are asked to contact the Canadian Cancer Society Office at 250-746-4134. Cancer is a dreadful disease without the added burden of the expense of dressings often required. THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO CHARGE TO THE PATIENT. All that is required is a doctor’s referral. By supporting our Stamp Project, attending bazaars and teas, the Cabaret Night or buying tickets on our annual Cancer Draw, you enable us to continue our efforts in the fight against cancer. We’ve had a Polar Swim each February since 2005, first at Transfer Beach in Ladysmith and starting this year, at Departure Bay in Nanaimo. Thanks to pledges/donations, the members willing to brave the chilly water, have raised over $50,000.00 for Cancer Projects. Please drop off your used stamps at the Cowichan News Leader/Pictorial Office between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm, Mon. to Fri., #2-5380 Trans Canada Hwy., the United Steelworkers Office, 351 Brae Road, or the local Cancer Office, #100-394 Duncan Street. NB: Our Stamps Dealers dictate how the stamps are to be trimmed, so we are asking our friends in the community NOT to TRIM stamps off envelopes. Just leave the stamps intact and we’ll do the rest. We don’t want any stamps to be spoiled. Thanks.
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here’s a very good chance the Island finalists will meet again for the provincial title in AAA girls’ high school
rugby. Vanier and Cowichan played in the Island final for the eighth straight year Saturday at Brentwood College and Vanier won for the second time 21-5. Vanier goes into the provincials at Port Alberni ranked No. 1 and Cowichan No. 3. The Island final stood at 7-5 before Vanier went ahead 14-5 at the half, but then Cowichan pressed throughout the early stages of the second half and just missed narrowing the margin a couple of times. Vanier eventually clinched the game with a late try. “We had a great deal of territory and possession but you need to be able to convert pressure into points,’’ noted Cowichan coach Brad Skene. “You have to give Vanier their due. They executed. It was a great performance for them. It was a very good battle and we made too many mistakes on offense and defence to win a game against a very strong, athletic and well-organized115 team.’’ Thorncliffe Park Drive “Cowichan played hearts Toronto their Ontario M4H 1M1 closer than out and made the game 416•696•2853 the final score Tel indicated,’’ conceded Vanier coach Dwayne Mills. Cowichan was behind the eight ball, playing without co-captain Adrienne Saari due to illness. Hannah Morten did her best to fill the
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Pressure situation forces Cowichan’s Darien Hobday, above, to look for an outlet pass with Vanier’s Danelle Campbell in pursuit. Campbell was all over the field, as she also stands up Cowichan’s Hannah Morten, below. tough No. 8 position and scored Cowichan’s lone try. “Cowichan had some great pushes on our try line, but we were able to hold them off and get some fortunate bounces that helped us relieve the pressure they were exerting,’’ noted Mills. Vanier suffered from knock-ons and poor execution throughout the game, but Cowichan couldn’t take advantage. But Vanier’s top players were at their best in the game and that made the difference. Lauren Sargent, 23302Gold and Docket: Madi Dawson German scored tries, with Client: 247 - JWT Grade 10Job standoff adding Participation Ads Name: German Lara Vanderheide three converts. Georgina BelProduction Contact: lamy and Danelle Campbell were standouts. B:5.8125” with the “I was very impressed character that we showed,’’ Skene T:5.8125” related. “The week prior to the S:5.8125”
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Competition heats up for Queen Margaret’s school students on Thermal Desert Circuit
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Three members of the Queen Margaret’s School equestrian team traveled with head coach Cheryl Keith to take part in the HITS Thermal Desert Circuit in California. Claire Champernowne (Grade 12), Kassidy Keith (Grade 10) and Catherine Rankin (Grade 10) rode against strong North American competition to earn several top 10 placings, including a championship
for Keith in the 14-17-year-old Children’s Hunter division. Meanwhile, the final show of the Cowichan Winter Series was hosted by Foxstone Stables. QMS results included: Elle Lucas (Grade 4) on Fine China — reserve champion, Poles Division; Amber Heard (Grade 7) on Ice Capp — champion, Poles Division; Madison Heisterman (Grade 8) on
Hershey Kiss — second and sixth 2’3 Division Over Fences; first Hunter Under Saddle; first and sixth 2’6 Division Over Fences; third Hunter Under Saddle; Christine Coels (Grade 10) on Bella — reserve champion, 2’6 Division; first and third 2’9 Division; Miranda Lebeuf (Grade 10) on Liberty W — champion, 2’6 Division; second, third and fourth 2’3 Division Over Fences; third Hunter Under Saddle.
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Mid-Island meet: Immense talent on display Don Bodger
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he warm-up is over and now it’s down to serious business for track and field athletes from valley high schools. The Mid-Island meet at the Cowichan Sportsplex last week featured some amazing performances by students who specialize in track and other athletes who put themselves to the test despite limited training in the sport. Cowichan Bulldogs’ football player Eric Williams was among those burning up the track. The Dwight International student recorded a blistering 11.01 second time in the 100 metres. “I did 11 flat once,’’ he said. “I was just practicing.’’ Williams is playing junior football in Chilliwack this season. The top finishers in each event are now at UVic’s Centennial Stadium for the Island meet, with provincial berths at stake.
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Two weeks of prep had the Cowichan Rugby Club’s women set for Kamloops and they shut down its speedy players for the Karen Moore Cup victory. Twenty-two players were dressed for this one, but it was the whole process of the season that made the difference. Below, Laura Russell keeps the Kamloops defence on the run.
Women capture B.C. title
Teamwork trademark: Everyone plays a part in Karen Moore Cup triumph Don Bodger
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.C. champions. That title obviously has a nice ring to it for the Cowichan Rugby Club’s newly-crowned B.C. Rugby Union Women’s First Division champs. Cowichan defeated Kamloops 34-12 Saturday at Vancouver’s Brockton Oval to win the Karen Moore Cup. The victory meant so much to the players who’ve been at it for a while and just as much for the newcomers who’ve come on board in recent years to form a cohesive unit. “After such a long season, it’s so nice to cap it off with a big win,’’ noted Sherry Spence, the captain of the ship. “We had so many games where we didn’t have enough players, but the players who were out gave it everything they had. There were players who helped us make it to the B.C. finals that were injured or unavailable to play. But they still deserve the recognition of
being a part of the team. Even though it is just one big game, there are months of games that all made a difference.’’ The enormity of the victory wasn’t lost on someone with considerable experience like Tanja Ness, who formerly played for Canada’s national women’s team. “It was a great experience since this is my first year on this team,’’ she indicated. “It was my first time in a B.C. final, too. I’m from Ontario. Our team is wonderful and the girls are amazing to play beside.’’ Kamloops was the only team that had beaten Cowichan previously in league play. Kamloops got the jump on Cowichan with a converted try but Carolyn Gudmundseth did one of her patented runs to score and Michelle Moore added the tying convert. Kamloops popped across the line again off an advantage for the lead, even with Gudmundseth draped all over the scorer. Cowichan did not allow a point the rest of the way. A huge run by Moore and subsequent
convert put Cowichan over the top for good 14-12. An unfortunate injury to veteran leader Jamaina McLeod forced a switch of Stacey (Badger) Collison to fly half and flanker Laura Russell going to the centres. Cowichan didn’t miss a beat after that, with Russell and Gudmundseth scoring before halftime. Lauren Nutt pounced on a loose ball to score and Brandi Van Eeuwen added the final try in the second half. Gudmundseth was player of the game, but everyone in the lineup contributed.
Don Bodger
From the top: Desirae Ridenour of Frances Kelsey breezes along in the 1,500 metres; Cowichan’s Jillian Wallace hands off to Emma Dewit for the final leg of the relay; humza Khan of Cowichan clears the high jump bar; and Emily adams of Chemainus (senior girls) comes into the finish just behind Kelsey’s Marina Ellison (junior girls) in the 800 metres during the Mid-Island track and field meet at the Cowichan sportsplex.
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