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House. back from town staff and planThe presentation saw proj- ners, Vincent along with Whitfield ect manager Shawn Vincent and designer Richard Jasper, and architect Harry presented their latWhitfield present the est design in July for most recent drawing I think it’s a an invite-only open and schematics of the great opportunity house (meeting legal proposed five-storey requirements), along mixed use building. for the town to with direct consultaThey also fielded move ahead and tion with the Comox questions. Town Residents to move into the In October, rezonAssociation. 21st century. ing and development Vincent told counpermit applications Roger Thomas cil the condos work were given first and with the town’s new second reading by revitalization procouncil, but they unanimously gram allowing densification and approved a motion to host an offering a variety of condo sizes open house to introduce the proj- from 700 square feet to penthouse ect to the entire community. size units of 1,500 square feet. The first designs were created ... see PROJECT ■ 9 last August, and based on feed-

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Comox residents came out in droves Wednesday night to view the latest architectural drawings and ask questions to the project manager during a public open house for the proposed Lorne Hotel project. More than 200 people attended the presentation, which had to be divided into two sessions due to attendance at the d’Esterre

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The Comox Valley Project Watershed Society is one of five North Island organizations receiving money from a federal program for fisheries conservation projects. Government will provide up to $108,011 towards an Airpark lagoon project to restore habitat for salmon refuge, rearing and foraging. Years ago, the area was diked as a sewage lagoon and later decommissioned. In the 1990s, it was reconnected to the Courtenay Estuary with an outlet (bridge). The lagoon is used by fish, but in summer the water stag-

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Intimidation not an issue for Courtenay’s young councillors The Next Generation of Political Leaders: Following the results of the recent municipal election, reporter Erin Haluschak examines the shift of youth in local politics and the perspectives, challenges and ideas they will bring to their respective council tables. This is the second part of this feature series which began Nov. 25 with a look at Comox Valley young elected officials and the challenges and outlooks they have within the next four years.

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When Rebecca Lennox first thought about running for municipal politics she knew as one of the youngest candidates, her age could be either a detriment or a positive factor in her campaign. She was ready and willing to take that risk. “It’s all about perspective,” said the first-time Courtenay councillor, who, along with David Frisch and Bob Wells, are some of the youngest members of the recently-elected

Courtenay council. “We are young, but we represent a growing demographic.” Along with the trio in Courtenay who were all elected under age 40, Cumberland also faced a youth shift during the recent municipal election, with councillors Sean Sullivan and Jesse Ketler elected to represent the village. It’s a shift which Lennox, 31, was hoping for, and while aware of some of the perceptions which come with a young elected official (“definitely experience comes with age”), she

sought mentorship through past councillors and the Young Elected Officials Network. Lennox attended a one-day workshop for any youth interested in entering the fall municipal election, and while there, noticed a large gap in the lack of youth representation in both the Comox Valley and Campbell River. “It was a bit of an eye-opener,” she explained. “The population of Courtenay is growing and has a changing demographic. In the past, I didn’t

feel like participating (in politics) would be achievable …. (but the workshop) takes away the fear and mystery in politics.” She said while some people may feel a young councillor may not properly represent the needs of all citizens, it’s just not true. “All of us have concerns for all citizens; our parents are seniors, and our generation is concerned for that demographic. Our peers are facing big issues such as affordable housing.” While she would like to think there aren’t

Illegal hunting nets hefty fines for Lower Mainland trio Erin Haluschak Record Staff

Three men from the Lower Mainland have been fined after pleading guilty to charges relating to the Wildlife Act, following an incident last year along the Inland Island Highway (19). Conservation Officer Gord Gudbranson said on Sept. 11, 2013, a concerned citizen noticed suspicious behaviour from a group of hunters along the highway near Campbell River and called the RAPP line — a toll free tip line which allows people to report known or suspected violations of wildlife or environmental protection laws anonymously. The trio was located quickly thanks to co-ordination between the conservation officer service and Campbell River RCMP. The three men were found

to have a loaded firearm and were hunting alongside a highway corridor while the season was not open. Gudbranson noted the three men — Gang Shi, Guo Fang Zhu and Quang Vihn On — were charged with eight counts, including unlawful possession of dead wildlife, discharge of a firearm across a portion of a highway and possession of a loaded firearm in a motor vehicle. The first-time offenders pleaded guilty Oct. 27 in Abbotsford provincial court. Shi was fined $5,000 and had

his riffle forfeited. Zhu and On also pleaded guilty and were each fined $2,500. Gudbranson credits the concerned citizen who informed the ser-

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James (Stocky) Edwards, a decorated Second World War fighter pilot and Comox resident, was appointed as a Knight of France’s Legion of Honour at a special recognition ceremony Friday at 19 Wing Comox. The citation rewards the outstanding merits of those from all walks of life; Celine Dion and former Canadian prime minister Mackenzie King are among the recipients. French Consul General JeanChristophe Fleury presented the award to recognize Stocky’s actions during D-Day and the Battle of France. Fleury said the award is the equivalent to the Order of Canada, of which the 93-year-old Stocky is a recipient. “It’s a great morning for me and my family,” Stocky said. “I have many thanks to make. I’m totally pleased, and happy in meeting the Consul General of France.” He appreciated sharing such an honour with his family, friends and distinguished guests. “Thank you everybody. I want to say merci beaucoup,” Stocky said. “France never forgets. Amen.”

Ace of aces Canada’s highest scoring ace in the Western Desert Campaign, Edwards earned respect for his quick reflexes, flying abilities and shooting instincts while serving with 260 Squadron in the Western Desert Air Force in North Africa in 1943. During the war he flew Spitfires after first piloting a Kittyhawk. On June 6, 1944 he and his squadron helped protect the Allied forces that landed on the beaches of Normandy. Stocky is credited with shoot-

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James Francis (Stocky) Edwards, a decorated Second World War fighter pilot, was named a Knight of France’s Legion of Honour by French Consul General Jean-Christophe Fleury, Friday at a ceremony at 19 Wing Comox. Below, a packed house was on hand to witness the appointment, including former lt.-gov. of B.C. Iona Campagnolo (red scarf). “I have the utmost respect for ing down 13 enemy fighter planes and destroying a number of you…I thank you for your service to this country. God bless.” enemy transport vehicles. Stocky left home at a young His numerous decorations age to cross include the the Atlantic to Canadian War participate in Cross, DistinWe, who have inherwhat Fleury guished Flying described as one Cross and Dis- ited this great nation, say of the fiercest tinguished Ser- thank you. Thank you to battles in modvice Medal. your generation whose ern history, and 19 Wing to help the peoCmdr. Col. Tom courage, integrity and ple of Europe Dunne said honour paid for our freefree themselves Stocky is a “key from terrorism member of our doms. Officers’ Mess,” Lt.-Gov. Judith Guichon and tyranny. “The French with whom he people will has enjoyed never forget the sharing stories act of valour by Canadian solon many Friday nights. “Sir, I’m truly honoured to have diers,” Fleury said, noting the you make this wing your home in sacrifice of more than 45,000 the Royal Canadian Air Force,” Canadians during the war. “Thank you so much for fightDunne said.

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And thank you for making my land a free country.” Lt.-Gov. of B.C. Judith Guichon and former lt.-gov. Iona Campagnolo were among the attendees at Friday’s ceremony. “This highest award of honour, until recently, had been awarded only to about two dozen Canadians for their outstanding contribution,” Guichon said. “During this year of the commemoration of D-Day, the Legion of Honour has been awarded to veterans who actively participated in the liberation of France. “This is a recognition of the close relationship and co-operation by the Allies that led to the final victory that ended the horror of World War 2.” She said those born after the two world wars have enjoyed an “era of relative peace” — which was not the case for Stocky, his wife Toni and other young people of their generation. “We, who have inherited this great nation, say thank you,” Guichon said. “Thank you to your generation whose courage, integrity and honour paid for our freedoms.”

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Youth: Younger council can bring fresh perspective to politics doesn’t believe age will be an issue at the council table. He did note, however, there is a perception that young politicians have to prove themselves. “There is the idea that a person might not have the appropriate experience,” he said, and added his attitude towards life when faced with a challenge — “I don’t know if I can do that yet” — will translate to council. “I don’t have that inhibition — my decisions will be based on fact, not based on fear.”

For David Frisch, he believes the shift in younger elected officials at the council table can bring a fresh perspective to politics. “We may have a slightly different viewpoint, maybe we see things longer term, but we see things differently,” he said. He sees topics such as the environment, climate change and social issues are subjects which affect youth more directly, but doesn’t see age being a challenge. While he explained anyone willing to learn can succeed, Frisch,

Grants: Two more local groups get funds Continued from A1 The entire project is worth about $200,000. The society hopes to secure a second part of funding in the new year. The Tsolum River Restoration Society, another local group to receive funds through the federal program, will be provided up to $35,840 for fish enhancement and bank protection at the Babcock – Comox water pipeline crossing near the fairgrounds on Headquarters Road. “Part of the project is to finish off our assessment of the Tsolum River,” society president Wayne White said. “Babcock’s project is seen as one of the higher priorities, just from the channel assessment alone.” He said erosion behind a rip rap area, were it to relieve itself, could take out the regional district water line, which comes through from Comox Lake and feeds east Courtenay. The next step is to seek partnerships with the regional district and BC Hydro. “We have to find matching funding,” he said.

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The Comox Valley Women’s Connection (Stonecroft Ministries) hosts Wrap it Up, a luncheon featuring a fashion show by Roxanne’s Fashions, presented by Valerie Porteous. Come and see what’s new for the Christmas season at Crown Isle Resort, Wednesday, Dec. 3. Lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. for $25, payable at the door. Lots of fun, food and door prizes. Sheila Vanetta is the guest speaker. Her topic will be “A Gift Of Forgiveness”. Reservations to be made via e-mail at gpeg@ shaw.ca or by calling Rose at 250-337-5491.

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Another local beneficiary is the Little River Enhancement Society, which operates a fish hatchery on private property. The organization is to receive up to $74,875 for river restoration. “We’ve done most of the restoration now in the Little River, and we’ve started in Scales Creek, too,” said society president Peter Williams, noting the group has received previous funds from the program. The money will enable the society to finish its work next year. The federal government has so far invested more than $18 million to restore recreational fisheries habitat through a National Conservation Plan. The third round of the Recreational Fisheries Conservation Partnerships Program is providing up to $334,626 to conserve fish habitat in the North Island. The window to apply for funding under round four is open. Applications will be accepted until Dec. 12. Details can be found at bit.ly/1o4H9N1. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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Hornby Island fire hall project AAP begins this week The Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) board of directors is seeking elector approval to adopt a bylaw to borrow $1.6 million over 20 years to help pay for the construction of a new fire hall on Hornby Island. The CVRD is using the Alternative Approval Process in order to gain assent of the electorate. The AAP is a process that measures the number of people opposed to a motion. The authority for a local government to adopt a bylaw, within the alternative approval process, is granted if

fewer than 10 per cent of eligible electors in the area covered by the alternate approval process vote against the bylaw by submitting elector response forms. The total number of electors within the Hornby Island fire protection service to which the alternative approval process applies is determined to be 834 of which 10 per cent, or 83, must submit elector response forms to prevent the Comox Valley Regional District board from adopting the fire hall construction loan authorization bylaw without first obtaining the

be funded by $1.6 million in debt financing, $200,000 in federal gas tax (Community Works) funding and $100,000 from reserves. Should the project gain elector approval, borrowed funds will be paid back through tax requisition. The net increase to the average property, assessed at approximately $455,000, would be approximately $24 per year. More information on the AAP can be found at www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/aap and project details can be found at www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/hornbyislandfirehall .

plan. “A new fire hall would provide a safer workplace for volunteers and would be built to post-disaster standards to ensure that fire and medical emergency response equipment are available after a destructive earthquake,” said Bruce Jolliffe, director for Baynes Sound - Denman/Hornby Island (Area ‘A’). “The CVRD has secured a one hectare grant of Crown land for the fire hall site located across Central Road from the current fire hall.” The $1.9 million project would

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Vigil planned for 25th anniversary of the Montreal Massacre In honour of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women and in honour of Walking With Our Sisters, the Comox Valley Transition Society will host a vigil at noon on Saturday, Dec. 6, on the plaza in front of the Comox Valley Art Gallery, 580 Duncan Ave., Courtenay. This year’s National Day of Remembrance and Action is the 25th anniversary of the Montreal Massacre, where 14 young women were gunned down simply because they were women. For the last 25 years, vigils and other memorials have been held on Dec.

6 across Canada, including the Comox Valley, in which all women who have gone missing or have been murdered are remembered and honoured. In addition, we are collaborating to bring Walking With Our Sisters to K’omoks Band Hall from July 31 - Aug. 15, 2015. Walking With Our Sisters is an international touring memorial made up of 1,810 pairs of moccasin tops that have been created by over 1,400 caring and concerned individuals to honour and pay respect to the lives and existence of the missing and murdered aboriginal

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Winter Faire is Saltwater School’s largest event The Saltwater School’s fourth annual Children’s Winter Faire will be held on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at 2311 Rosewall Cres. and is open to the whole Comox Valley community. This is the school’s largest event of the year, in which classrooms are converted into magical spaces, crafting rooms, a cafe, a market place with silent auction, and a story theatre. Outside, guests will find chestnuts roasting (on an open fire), and may even meet the Pocket Lady whose many pockets are filled with a multitude of wee treasures for sale. Tickets are purchased and used for the various activities, puppet shows and food items. Cash will be accepted at the cafe, ticket booths, market place and silent auction. The Saltwater

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Coastal Black Winery owner named Outstanding Young Farmer finalist Abel O’Brennan of Coastal Black Winery in Black Creek is a finalist for the 2015 BC and Yukon Outstanding Young Farmer Award. O’Brennan, his wife Amanda, and their four children live on a multi-generational, multidimensional farm at the base of Mount Washington. The 600-acre farm includes 80 acres of blackberries, making it Canada’s largest cultivated blackberry farm. Since opening Coastal Black fruit winery in 2010, O’Brennan has contributed to agritourism across Vancouver Island. His support of Flavours, the North Island’s Gourmet Picnic and Toast Comox Valley, as well as his own Coastal Black Christmas and other seasonal events at the winery, have resulted in significant media attention on the Comox Valley. O’Brennan also chairs Vancouver Island Farm Produce, a co-op business that sells Island produce to Island stores. Coastal Black has won two Agricultur-

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and one of the Top 20 Under 40 on Vancouver Island. Abbotsford chicken grower Kelly Froese is the other finalist. Froese was a runner-up in 2013. O’Brennan is the son-in-law of 1997 BC Outstanding Young Farmers Terry & Bonnie Ludwig. To be eligible for the Outstanding Young Farmer award, farmers must be between 19 and 39 years and derive at least two-thirds of their income from farming. Nominees are judged on conservation practices, production history, financial and management practices, and community contributions. Judging will take place in Abbotsford, Jan. 15, 2015, with the winner announced that day. The winners will then be presented at the 13th annual BC Agriculture Industry Gala in Abbotsford, Jan. 28. – BC & Yukon OYF Program

Project: Unexpected crowd forced two separate consults Con’t from Page A1 He told the standing-room only crowd Wednesday there will be no limitations on rentals, and no age restrictions. There will also be a car co-op program for residents and extra class-one and -two bike storage. Additionally, there will be covered scooter and bike parking on Comox Avenue with plug-ins, 50 per cent of the units will be adaptable, and an hourly wage incentive program for employees of the liquor store and the pub who use transit or take their bike to work. Questions were raised by attendees who were concerned with parking, particularly for the pub, which would have a maximum capacity of 150 patrons, and a streetside bistro capable of seating 60. “There will be street parking,” replied Vincent, who added they are following the Town of Comox regulations that no parking is required for a restaurant/pub. While Vincent attempted to follow questions written in advance by the public, members in attendance peppered him with their concerns, particularly the overall design, height and vision of the project. “It was designed to reflect the atmosphere of the old Lorne Hotel Pub,” he explained, while people fired back: “it’s a mini-Berwick,”

“it’s pretty boring,” “any maritime theme?” A handful of people spoke in favour of the project, thanking the development team for putting up with the crowd. “I for one, think it’s a wonderful idea,” said one resident. “I fear meetings like this are only here for people who want to say no.” During the second session, Town planner Marvin Kamenz explained many issues surrounding design bylaws and the Town’s recently-created downtown vitalization program, which includes tax incentives. “The only tax exemption is for the municipal tax portion and only for the residential section,” noted

Kamenz. “The land is taxed and the commercial space is taxed. The budget council has taken into account that there is no reduction in tax from what was there when the Lorne existed.” Questions were asked how the building fits into the ‘village by the sea’ aesthetic and why the building has to be five stories high. “The height issue is a non-starter,” said Comox resident Roger Thomas. “I think it’s a great opportunity for the town to move ahead and to move into the 21st century. Let’s stop procrastinating and let’s start construction.” Vincent explained he and owner George Kacavenda looked at

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New arts festival slated for downtown Courtenay Filberg Centre, other locations to be used for 2015 textiles ‘expo’ Submitted Pieces: Celebrating Textiles is an immersion in hand work and contemporary thought related to textiles, bringing together making, materials and meaning. Charllotte Kwon, of Maiwa fame, provides the opening night Conversation, setting the context for this event within a slow fashion framework. The Florence Filberg Centre will be the place to plunge into textile sumptuousness, March 27-29, 2015. Pieces offers a program of presentations, interactions, demos, performance, installations, skill sharing, delectable food, vendors and more. Pieces will also be scattered throughout Fourth and Fifth streets with gallery, demos and children’s offerings for the public. Within the Filberg Centre, amidst a backdrop of full spectrum colour and textile heaven, there will be the upstairs ticketed

event with making and mending, eating and vending downstairs for the general public to enjoy. Pieces celebrates the plethora of talented artisans of Vancouver Island and surrounding areas. Start at the beginning, digging into Vancouver Island’s historical textile stories and fibres, the festival follows the curve of time on the islands, looking at the origin textiles of the early Coast Salish and other Nations.

Rama Rama is all about and how the commuity could start one in the Comox Valley. There will be a kids’ program going on at the museum and lots of local businesses offering short in-house demonstrations or showcasing textiles. The festival will close with Endnotes, a conversation on Cloth, Memory and Mourning.

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Early bird tickets for the upstairs are now on sale until Decc 31, in time for holiday gift giving. Find tickets at Uptown Yarns in Courtenay and the Village Yarn Shoppe in Comox. Berwick, Comox Valley is providing a generous sponsorship for the event. North Island College International — the major sponsor — is supporting Pieces through the Global Learning Innovation Fund, which offers student involvement with an innovative twist. Come together in this meeting place for community, expression, diversity, mastery, learning, pleasure, joy, performance, and a myriad of amazing materials and finished works to explore.

Jan Ross of Emily Carr House will talk about “womanly arts” and how these have been cast into the diminutive. Kwon and others will lead participants into a Global Conversation, delving into textile dilemmas, as well as what’s in your closet. Textile author, Leanne Prain, makers, artisans and Swap O Rama Rama will be shaking up the possibilities while delving into how to make meaning with cloth, yarn and other fibres. There will be opportunities to explore the world of upcycling, remodelling and repurposing with amazing and simple ideas to inspire you. Come find out what Swam O

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Anderson Jazz Syndicate offers an evening of easy listening at the Avalanche Submitted

Doug Anderson (pictured), John Hyde (bass) and Aaron Amar (drums) make up the Anderson Jazz Syndicate. PHOTO SUBMITTED

After the spirited music style of Cam Wigmore’s show last week, jazz at the Avalanche Bar and Grill reverts to a quiet melodic trio this week when the Anderson Jazz Syndicate (AJS) takes the stage at 7:30 p.m. Thursday. Once a year, Doug Anderson treats us to his unique style, accompanied by two of the Valley’s finest rhythm musicians – John Hyde, bass, and percussionist Aaron Amar. This will be an evening for those who love their music mellow and easy on the ear, so why not plan on coming down to the Av and find out why it is that we’ve got the finest jazz club in the province? Add to that the newly renovated lounge and great

meals on offer before and during the performance and you have the ingredients for a really special evening.

and the intuition that typifies jazz.

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These musicians have developed a reputation for the energetic, swinging approach they bring to jazz standards and original tunes, including some numbers based on Anderson’s haunting interpretation of some of this region’s most beautiful places. Perhaps most lovely of these is his number Dragonfly Trail. “For us, the trio setting offers an open format which allows for a great deal of musical interaction and interplay, and therefore each instrument plays a pivotal role in shaping the music,” said Anderson. Continued on Page 12

As jazz fans in the region know, Anderson is a superb guitarist who has played with many local jazz groups and has studied with both Lee and Art Ellefson as well as Canadian jazz legend Bill Coon (who will be making an appearance on Dec. 20 with B3 Kings Christmas Concert). Anderson’s harmonic approach and rhythmic force set the stage for his fellow players. AJS is a trio that exemplifies the precision of musical interaction resulting from a long-standing experience of playing together,

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Valley grad comes home for CD release party Singer-songwriter Georgina Nicoll is coming home to the Comox Valley for a CD release concert on Saturday, Dec. 6, 7:30 p.m. at the Little Red Church at 2182 Comox Ave. Nicoll’s style is a blend of folk and pop, featuring vocals and piano with guest musicians on cello, drums and backup vocals. Her poetic lyrics flow through memorable melodies and carefully crafted arrangements, and her natural, engaging stage presence draws the audience in to the stories her songs relate. Special guest for this performance is local singer, songwriter and fiddler extraordinaire Ali Romanow, who will open the evening with a showcase of her own original compositions. Nicoll is certainly no stranger to the stage. While studying at Mark Isfeld Secondary 10 years ago, Nicoll frequently appeared on

stages around the Valley and Campbell River with Cantiamo Chamber Ensemble, Rainbow Youth Theatre and the young Celtic group The Island Girls. She has since worked and traveled abroad, earned two university degrees, and is now based in Victoria where she wrote and recorded the collection of original songs that make up her new album, A Little Courage. Tickets for Saturday’s concert are $15, available at Bop City Records (211 Simms St. in Courtenay), at the door (cash only) or online at www. GeorginaNicoll.ca. Also visit this website to hear samples of Nicoll’s music and to order the album. Her music is also available on cdbaby.com, iTunes, Amazon and GooglePlay. Locally, CDs are for sale at Bop City Records and D.K.T. Farm Market in Merville.

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From classical music to comedy, from a one man play to an indie band, the Sid Williams Theatre Society is trying to enrich our community with the opportunity to experience a diverse range of performing arts.

participants should dress for the weather. “The Labyrinth of Light will be a fun and creative way for people of all ages to begin celebrating the solstice,” says McConachy. Participants are encouraged to bring their own jar and tea-light for their lantern. All other supplies will be provided by CVAG. Also on Wednesday, CVAG will host a 5-8 p.m. reception to mark the opening of More Than Human: The Silent Conversation, a multi-venue exhibition by students in the Emily Carr external degree program at North Island College.

Jazz: Long list of credentials Con’t from page A11 Perhaps this is best illustrated by his terrific new number, Shadowgraphs, a Latin tune composed in three-quarter time. Hyde was the artistic director of the jazz studies program at

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CVAG has everything from a labyrinth to lantern-making There will be a lot of activity at the Comox Valley Art Gallery Wednesday, with a ‘Labyrinth of Light’ lanternmaking and parade, an art lab for kids, a reception for a new exhibition by Emily Carr University students, and special late hours for the Christmas Craft Fair. Everyone is welcome to participate in Labyrinth of Light, which starts with lantern-making and snacks at 3 p.m. and winds up with a labyrinth parade and songs from 4:30 to 5 p.m. The event, co-created by artists Medwyn McConachy and Cathy Coates, will be outside part of the time, so

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McCooey enjoys variety of sports

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Special Olympics BC – Comox Valley athlete Larry McCooey joined Special Olympics at the tender age of nine. Now, 40 years later, this dedicated athlete is going strong and continuing his sporty lifestyle. “He’s been active his whole life,” his father Leighton McCooey says. “He likes all sports.” Larry McCooey currently participates in swimming, curling, and his favourite, bowling. He used to play floor hockey and golf, and also participated in a horseshoe club. This longtime athlete is no stranger to competition and has proven his prowess in both bowling and swimming at Special Olympics Canada Games. McCooey fondly remembers winning gold in swimming at the 1989 Special Olympics BC Summer Games in Campbell River, and taking home silver in freestyle and bronze in breaststroke from the 1990 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games in Vancouver. For this achievement he was honoured with a plaque from the Royal Bank. Today he cherishes photos of the national event. “He loves to travel to competitions,” his father says. “He’s a pretty social guy. He knows so many people. People who own the bowling alleys know him pretty well.” Larry McCooey thrives on the social aspect of Special Olympics, attending mixers and even performing in a play SOBC – Comox Valley put on a few years ago. “Whenever they have dances, he’s got to get all shined up and he’s got to be mister cool,” Leighton McCooey says. Larry McCooey is a big hockey and football fan and decorates his room with Canucks emblems every season. He even gets to take in a few live games each year. Part of McCooey’s busy lifestyle is working five days a week collecting paper for Journey’s recycling program. Afterwards he takes the bus home by himself. Leighton McCooey couldn’t be happier about what Special Olympics has helped his son do. “It’s great exercise for him, and the volunteers are great,” McCooey says. “All the programs are great and each program is something the athletes like and can do.” – Special Olympics BC - Comox Valley

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Larry McCooey with Vancouver Canucks’ President Trevor Linden at the 2013 SOBC Summer Games. PHOTO SUBMITTED

FUNdamentals program needs new leader Special Olympics youth programs continue to grow in B.C, giving children and youth with intellectual disabilities the chance to learn vital skills, get more active, and have a whole lot of fun. Special Olympics BC youth programs help kids ages two to 18 to learn essential motor and sport skills in fun and supportive environments. Many kids with intellectual disabilities feel left behind or isolated in traditional sport and activity programs; Special Olympics is the place where they shine in the supportive environment and learn vital motor, sport, and social skills through the activities tailored to them and their needs. Since 2011, the number of Special Olympics

BC youth programs around the province has more than doubled, growing from 30 to 78. Now almost 900 children with intellectual disabilities are taking part in youth programs offered by SOBC Locals around the province, including the FUNdamentals program offered by SOBC – Comox Valley. FUNdamentals is for young athletes with intellectual disabilities ages seven to 11. In this fun, family-centred program, the skills taught transition from basic movement skills to basic sport skills, providing

participants with a more in-depth introduction to sport-related motor skills along with training and competition, while maintaining an atmosphere of fun and meaningful interaction. SOBC – Comox Valley needs a new leader for their successful FUNdamentals program, and is always excited to welcome new participants to get involved. Being involved in Special Olympics youth programs is inspiring, heartwarming, and so much fun.

Through the FUNdamentals program in Kamloops, one young athlete forged his first-ever friendship. This athlete’s caregiver had never before observed him connecting with other little people as friends. When he first came to participate in FUNdamentals, he was known for always trying to escape – heading out the door, onto a stage, into the hall. But in his third week with the program, he struck up a friendship with a fellow athlete-in-training. He was using words and they forged a connection for the evening, playing in the fun

activities together. “Apparently that was the first time in his life he’s had that kind of friendship with someone else,” said SOBC – Kamloops FUNdamentals leader Lorna Clarkson. “It was really, really special. It felt like a huge stride for him.” Comox Valley volunteers and athletes are welcome to get involved to enjoy these special experiences. SOBC – Comox Valley FUNdamentals program runs Tuesdays, 5 to 6 p.m. at Ecole au Coeur-de-L’ile. For more information, contact Randy James SOBC – Comox Valley Local Coordinator region6@shaw.ca. 250-897-1828. Special Olympics BC – Comox Valley FUNdamentals

There’s no shame in losing to the best. And that was the case for the G.P. Vanier Towhees at the 2014 B.C. AAA High School Boys Volleyball Championships, held Nov. 26-29 at the Langley Events Centre. The Towhees advanced to the quarter-finals of the 20-team event, where they fell 3-1 (21-25, 25-18, 25-22, 25-17) on Friday morning to defending champion Earl Marriott Mariners. The Mariners went on to defeat Oak Bay 3-1 in the semis, then Kelowna Owls 3-1 in the final to win their second straight B.C. AAA title. After finishing third in Pool F with a 1-2 record, the Towhees defeated Van Tech (second in Pool G) 3-2 on Thursday afternoon. It was a nail-biter, with the scores 18-25, 25-17, 22-25, 25-16, 19-17. In pool play, Vanier lost to Fraser Heights 15-25, 25-22, 10-15; beat Delta 25-21, 25-20; and lost to Gladstone 19-25, 15-25. The Mariners proved a double thorn in the Towhees’ side, as Earl Marriott’s Devon Cote denied Vanier’s Braydon Brouwer a second straight Spike Contest crown. In the third and final round of the competition, Cote edged Brouwer by an extremely narrow margin on the spike-ometer reading. Reaching nearly to the top to the scale – in the “King Kong” range – both players were right there, with Cote slightly registering a higher shot right at the end. SIDE OUTS Kelowna was the #1 seed going into the tourney while Earl Marriott was #2... the Owls were runnerup to the Mariners last year as well... sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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10 at age 15 with the Vanier Towhees. The 6’,3” 225-pounder says his favourite rugby memories include, “Our U20 success in the junior rugby World Cup. Winning my first bowl with the National Mens 7s team in Hong Kong.” Other male Vanier rugby grads in the news of late include Foster DeWitt and Braydon Williams, who were with the Canadian U18 men’s team that just returned from a three-game tour of Romania. sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Turning in solid performances for the Comox Valley Skating Club are left to right): Front row - Jane Schaffhauser, Aaliyah Melanson, Emma Cullen. Back row - Peyton Meiers, Meghan Taylor, Isabel Cortez. Photo Submitted

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Comox Valley skaters wrapped up the first half of the competitive season with an impressive showing at the Vancouver Island Invitational Championships, held Nov. 21-23 in Port Alberni. Jane Schaffhauser won the gold in the Junior Silver Women’s event while Emma Cullen, U14 Juvenile Women, Isabel Cortez STAR 2 and Aaliyah Melanson STAR 2 each picked up silver in their respective events. Previously this season Meghan Taylor, Peyton Meiers, Jane Schaffhauser and Emma Cullen competed at the Autumn Leaves Competition in Kamloops, and then in early November Meghan, and Emma travelled with coach Dawn Ladret to Prince George to compete in the BC/Yukon Championships where Meghan placed eighth in the Junior Women’s event, making it her first time placing in the top 10 in the province. These skaters and many others will be performing in the Comox Valley Skating Club’s Winter Gala at 2 p.m. on Dec. 13 at Sports Centre #1. For information on how you or your child can register for our skating programs, check out comoxvalleyskatingclub.ca, phone 250-339-9872 or email comoxvalleyskatingclub@gmail.com. – Comox Valley Skating Club

Thyssen de Goede with his B.C. Rugby News Lionheart MVP jersey. Photo Submitted

The Comox Valley Triathlon Club is hosting an information afternoon at the Comox Recreation Centre on Dec. 7 from noon to 2 p.m. Members of the club will be there to answer your questions pertaining to the sport of triathlon, and the resources the Comox Valley Triathlon Club provides to its members; such as coached swims, spin classes, group rides, coached running sessions as well as open water swims, clinics and seminars. We will also be offering early registration to get a jump on your training. This year the membership is $75 which includes your membership to Tri BC at a reduced rate. For the first time this year we are giving all members a free Comox Valley Triathlon Club technical T-shirt. Contact through www.cvtriclub.ca. – Comox Valley Triathlon Club

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Graduates of the G.P. Vanier rugby program continue to garner accolades and awards. Last month, Thyssen de Goede was named a B.C. Rugby News Lionheart MVP after his James Bay Athletic Association team defeated UBC 22-14 in a Nov. 8 Canadian Direct Insurance Premier League match. The Lionheart MVP awards are given to a player based on their game performance, but selection also takes into consideration their playing form over the long term and their potential for future representative rugby. De Goede, a stalwart in the JBAA

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EVER-HUE Home Maintenance. Small jobs...Big jobs! FREE estimate! (250)2180710. Handyman, Carpenter, Property Management, Renoâ€™s, Demoâ€™s, Hedge trimming, Tree removal, Gutter cleaning, Junk removal, Heavy hauling, Christmas lights, etc.

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

HOMES FOR RENT

CARS

FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. Call 1-800-573-2928.

STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

MISC SERVICES GOLDSMITH Custom Designed & Handcrafted Jewellery. Full repair service. Ring sizing while you wait. Engraving Classes available. SIMPLY TIMELESS. 379 4th Street, Courtenay. 250-871-0606

APARTMENT/CONDOS 1 BDRM & den condo. Across from seawalk in Big Rock area. Top floor unobstructed view. Laminate flooring, undercover parking. Strata fees $125/mnth. $117,000. 250286-1864 or 1-778-960-0911. Campbell River

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

PETS

ORCHARD GATE #108-501 4th St. Courtenay 1000 SQ.FT. FOR LEASE

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE APPLIANCES DANBY FRIDGE for sale, 10 cubic feet, silver and black in colour, in good working order - $200. In house when I bought it. I do not need it, I have my own I brought with me. Could possibly deliver locally. Phone 250-871-6432.

FOR SALE BY OWNER

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca

PORT HARDY Well maintained 6-plex Great investment $385,000 Call Noreen 250-949-6319 imagine.it@cablerocket.com

FUEL/FIREWOOD SEASONED FIREWOOD, full dry 4x4x8 permitted cords. 250-702-3959 / 250-898-8896.

FURNITURE OAK FURNITURE - Bookcase, china hutch, telephone table. Asking $500 for the set. Will sell individual pieces. Phone: 250-334-9373

REDUCED! 1369sqft 2 BDRM PATIO HOME. In a location that canâ€™t be beat. Mntn. view. Quiet neighborhood. Beautiful setting. Bareland strata. 2 mins. to Merecroft Village. $279,900. 250-287-8570 or 250-202-7717. C.R.

SLEEP COUNTRY 2011 Adjustable Bed, mint condition. Adjustable supreme twin XL base with adjustable comfort twin XL mattress. Always covered with XL Protect-A-Bed Mattress pad (also included). Asking $1200 O.B.O. Call 250339-1268

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 1-CHINA CABINET w/hutch. Old Country Rose China. Lavender Rose China like new. 2-ladders. New sewing machine cabinet w/drawers. Like new wheel chair for tall person. Please call 250-3319252 - Courtenay. BiPAP Auto Bi-Flex/System One Heated Humidifier with carrying case made by Philips Respironics used one week. Asking $3,000. Used for Sleep Apnea. Call 250-336-2424 ELECTRIC BED, excellent condition, twin. Asking $280. Call (250)338-5675.

WHOLE DUPLEX for sale1280sq ft per side, 3.5 bdrms, 1.5 bath. 9498 McDougall Rd, Port Hardy, BC. $225,000. Call (250)334-8474. tinyurl.com/porthduplex

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS FOR SALE OR RENT TO OWN 12x68 mobile home. 3bdrm. 2bth. 12x18 addition & sundeck. All appliances. For more info 250-830-1012

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO COMOX 2-BDRM, 2 bath. ocean view condo. $1100. 5 applâ€™s, F/P, parking. NS/NP Refâ€™s. Jan.1st. (250)335-3154. COURTENAY2 bdrm apt, $760. Bay window, 5 appls, quiet. NP/NS. (250)702-4857.

KITCHEN TABLE 42â€? round wooden, counter height w/4 chairs & extra leaf, dark brown colour. $200 250-338-9066

MODEL TRAINS H.O. and O.O. A/F-S, New & Used.

Buildings & Vehicles.

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SEARS Free Spirit Treadmill/Owners Manual $900.00, Fitness Station Bike & manual $200.00, Medicine Ball with handles $50.00, Or $1,000.00 for all three. OBO 250-9412438.

TOWNHOUSES

TRUMPETERS LANDING: 2 bdrm + den, ground floor, 1 pet ok, $1150./mo. no lease reqâ€™d. Dec. 1st. 250-331-0332.

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OFF-ROAD VEHICLES

UTILITY TRAILERS

COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER required in Courtenay. Our client is a young adult female with sensory, cognitive and behavioral challenges. $170-200/shift for 10 to 14 hrs, plus possible benefits after 3 months. Please see w w w. p r e s s b c . c o m / e m p l oy ment.html for more information.

BRAND NEW custom built trailer for hauling a motorcycle. Call (250)338-9661.

1993 GMC Sierra 1/2 ton, long box with canopy, hitch. Rebuilt engine and transmission. Never snow tires. $850. Phone 250-871-8832 2004 Vibe GT 211,000km, 6sp standard, AC, PW, sunroof, tires/brakes40%, snow tires $4500 obo 250-338-5779

CONNECTING BUYERS AND SELLERS

BRAIDWOOD MANOR, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, storage locker, res. pkg., N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. - $695/mth JOSHUA COURT 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, balcony, res. pkg., N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. - $800/mth MAPLEWOOD MANOR, 1 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, patio, res. pkg, â€œAdult Orientedâ€?, N/S, No pets Avail. Immed. $625/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 3 appls, balcony, res. pkg., storage, coin laundry, N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. - $750/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR, top flr, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, balcony, res. pkg., N/S, cat neg. w/ref, Avail. Immed - $695/mth CLOSE TO DRIFTWOOD MALL 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls, partially fenced yard, deck, garden shed, N/S, cat or sm dog neg. w/refs, Avail. Jan 1 - $950/mth STEPS TO THE BEACH, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, B/I Vac, gas F/P, wrap-around patio, storage shed, 2 res. pkg. spots, N/S, sm pet neg. w/refs. Avail. Immed. -$1,200/mth PARK PLACE MANOR, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, gas F/P (gas incld.), patio, res. pkg., N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. - $825/mth DIAMOND PARK TOWNHOUSES, 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, 5 appls, patio, fenced yard, 2 res. pkg. spots, centrally located, N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. - $1,250/mth FUNKY DOWNTOWN LIVING 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, above commercial space, res. pkg, N/S, No pets, Avail. Jan 1 - $1,200/mth

TRANSPORTATION AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

SNOW TIRES 70R14 x 2. Studable, mounted on Dodge Caravan wheels, very good shape $140/set 250-703-0278 TWO WINTERCLAW snowtires: 215/65R/15 on 6 bolt Nissan Frontier rims $225 firm 250-871-3772

CARS 2000 FORD truck 1995. 1999 Ford Explorer 1995. 2000 Toyota rav4 1995. 2003 Honda 2995. 2006 VW diesel 7888. 2006 Dodge pickup 4995. Eagleridge 855-2003899

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2000 TOYOTA ECHO 5 speed Standard. 128,000 km. Very economical. Low maintenance car. $3000. Call Chris @ 250203-4886. In Campbell River.

2008 DODGE Charger, 82,000 km. $10,900 obo. Excellent condition. Call 250-334-4166.

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OCEANVIEW HOME, 2 bdrm, 1 bath (shower only), 4 appls, woodstove, lrg deck, shared property, $50 hydro credit, N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. - $1,000/mth.

TRANSPORTATION

1998 Toyota Corolla CE, 4 cyl. standard, runs well, good tires. $1100.

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Premier downtown office/retail space. Excellent location. Ground floor, ample parking, competitive lease rates. Phone:250-334-3425 ext 316

FIREARMS WANTED: FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1-866-960-0045 or online: www.dollars4guns.com.

1991 GRAND PRIX, good engine and tranmission. Needs work. $800 O.B.O. Call 250-334-6335

REAL ESTATE

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CKC CHOC/BLK lab pups, gorgeous, top quality, gentle nature, $1200. 250-897-6275.

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2 AND 3 BEDROOM available. Quiet complex with on-site management. Reasonable rates. Some completely renovated units with new appliances. Sorry no pets. Security deposit and 2 rental reference required. 250-334-3078

1 and 2 Bedroom suites available. One of the best values in Courtenay. Unique ďŹ‚oor plans. California kitchens. These bright, modern suites are available in quiet, secure building.

WILLOW ARMS APARTMENTS

BLUE JAY APARTMENTS

1252-9th St., Courtenay

450-19th Street, Courtenay

Spacious 2 & 3 bedroom suite in a quiet family oriented building with secure entry and manager on site. Walking distance to schools, bus stops, and downtown. Reasonable rent includes heat, hot water, stove, fridge, carpet and drapes. No pets, two rental references and security deposit required.

1 bedroom plus den. Newly renovated with balcony in secure quiet building. Heat and hot water included.

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BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath condo available close to downtown. This quiet, well maintained building suits mature adults. Bus stop is conveniently located out front. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit. Call 250-334-9717

Deluxe 2 bedroom suite in a quiet well maintained building. Rent includes full size fridge, stove, washer, dryer, carpets and blinds. Nice feature - large open concept kitchen. No pets. 2 Rental references and security deposit required. Call Donna 250-334-9667

TOWNHOUSES TORRY PINES 1560-13th Street, Courtenay Attractive 2 bedroom townhouses have been completely renovated â€“ enjoy new appliances, ďŹ‚ooring and bathroom ďŹ ttings in these spacious units. Friendly and quiet atmosphere make it ideal for family or working couple. Large, private patio area allows great access for your pet. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit. Call 250-334-9717

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TRANSPORTATION TRUCKS & VANS FORD RANGER 2000 2wd Matching canopy. Good condition. 120kms. $3500. 250-3387676

TRAVELAIRE 1989 Chev Gas. Sleeps 4 adults & 2 children. $5000 or best offer. Ph: 250-339-3258

MAZDA 2007 Pick-up. 24,000 km. Silver, A/C, P/B, P/S, stereo, box liner, 4-cyl, RWD. $11,395. Like new. Call (250)203-6657 or (250)2861308, Campbell River.

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24â€™ REINELL pleasure boat w/marine berth, very clean. Asking, $15,000 obo. Call (250)334-0656.

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Do you care about where you live? Do high standards of maintenance, service and cleanliness matter to you? Do you prefer quiet, mature neighbours? If yes, please give us a call and discover how the quality of ownership and management makes all the difference. We have the best managed, finest apartments in the most convenient locations in the Comox Valley. Locally owned, we own and manage our own buildings. THERE IS A DIFFERENCE! Please refer to available apartments listed below. TELEPHONE 250-703-2264 | 250-338-0267 | 250-339-1222

SANDPIPER VILLAGE 1650 Comox Ave. TWO BEDROOM recently renovated and available now. Quiet, well maintained adult building just two blocks from Comox Mall and one block from Filberg Park. Nicely decorated and attractive. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222 or John @ 250-703-2264.

HYCROFT 1835 Cliffe Ave.

LARGE ONE BEDROOM bright and spacious. Recent renovation. Very attractive. Quiet, mature adult building. Central Courtenay. Security entry. Elevator. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

CAPRI 1081 Stewart Ave. TWO BEDROOM bright and spacious in a quiet, well maintained adult building in central Courtenay. Large rooms and nicely renovated. Security entry. Dining room window. A unique suite. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

WESTWATER 60 Anderton Ave. TWO BEDROOM recently renovated. Top floor. Full sized appliances including dishwasher and in-suite washer/dryer. Spacious and nicely decorated. In-suite storage, fireplace and Jacuzzi tub. Convenient location just a few blocks from downtown and Filberg Seniors Centre. Fully equipped resident social room. Quiet, well maintained mature adult building. Security entry and elevator. No pets. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

BELLE AIRE 575-14th Street UNIQUE TWO BEDROOM in Courtenayâ€™s finest character building. Very spacious (over 1000 sq. ft.) with private, adjoining carport and fireplace. Full sized appliances in huge country kitchen. Private entry. Central Courtenay. A quiet, well maintained mature adult building. Recently renovated with many features. This is a very special and unique suite. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

Writing a letter could save a life ďŹ l here please Every year on Dec. 10, Amnesty International commemorates the signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and International Human Rights Day with a Writeathon. There is proof that our letters work. Amnesty Internationalâ€™s activism was a significant factor in helping many of the individuals profiled last year. Some were released or their sentences lessened. Where their circumstances did not change, their spirits were buoyed by thousands of letters of support. Again this year the Comox Valley Amnesty Action Circle will hold Write for Rights at Zocaloâ€™s in Courtenay. The Comox Valley group has selected two cases with

Canadian roots for our focus.

Chosen causes

Online activist RaifÂ Badawi endured detention for nearly two years before authoritiesÂ sentenced him in May 2014. The charges? Violating Saudi Arabiaâ€™s informationÂ technology law and insulting Islam. The sentence? A hefty fine, 10 years in prison,Â 1,000 lashes and bans on travel and sharing his opinion publicly when he is free. Â We will ask the King to release him. Raif Badawiâ€™s family in Montreal awaits him. In April 2013, community members from San Rafael Las Flores, Guatemala, set up a protest camp near a

The Estuary Carol Walk is an invitation to enjoy our beloved Airwalk and Riverway. Christmas is a period of anticipation, a time when people light up long dark days and nights with candles, carols and festivities. Itâ€™s an opportunity to share some universal traditions of the season in our unique location by joining birds, seals and other residents of our community. We live in a Canadian rain forest so dress for the weather! Carry a water bottle. Bring a flashlight or headlamp and carol sheets if possible.

The fourth annual Comox Valley Estuary Carol walk begins at dusk (4:30-4:45 p.m.) Sunday, Dec. 7 at Mansfield Drive parking lot. Carollers might also wish to join the walk at the airpark parking lot. Locals Restaurant (Old House) will offer a wassail cup to all carollers who arrive at their door about 6 p.m. In addition to the Airpark and Riverway carol walkers, Captain Dan Clair of Comox Harbour Tours will book some carollers ($20) on his decorated boat. (250-218-9146). Theyâ€™ll depart from Comox

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Write for Rights is the power of one multiplied many thousand times over to make a difference in peopleâ€™s lives. In 2013, around the world there were 2,373,422 actions taken for Write for Rights. Over 30,000 Canadian participants contributed to the worldwide total. There are more details about these and the other 2014 Write for Rights cases, as well as follow-up for 2013 cases at Amnesty.ca. Please join us on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2014, between 3:30 and 5:30 at Zocaloâ€™s to write a letter. If you canâ€™t join us, please visit Amnesty.ca to take action on these and other cases where help is needed. FMI: Sheila, 250-335-2246 or sheilachugiak@yahoo.ca.

Harbour and, weather permitting, all carollers will sing together at several Air Park locations. Itâ€™s a good way for carollers who canâ€™t walk very far to participate. This yearâ€™s carol leader is Joanna Finch. Joanna is a well-known singer/songwriter who directs VocalEase classes and workshops. Her love of natural sounds infuses her leadership so she will offer carollers a â€œvoicestraâ€? at the beginning and end of the walk. Carollers are certain to enjoy making sounds in this outdoor environment. Itâ€™s not necessary to be

a choir singer. Carol sheets will be supplied. Sometimes groups arrive to add interesting harmonies. St. Johnâ€™s Society volunteers will patrol. Project Watershed sponsors this event, organized by volunteers led by Betty Donaldson. It isnâ€™t a fundraiser and registration isnâ€™t necessary. The purpose is to celebrate the winter Advent along our unique estuary. For more information, contact the PW office by email at projectwatershed@gmail.com or by phone at 250-703-2871.

Philosophersâ€™ CafĂŠ asks the question â€˜Are we getting lonelier?â€™ Why is there an increase in suicide among seniors?

mean when young people have hundreds of friends whom they

Could it be because they feel more isolated? What does it

have never seen? Are they isolated or are they hyper-connected?

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TWO BEDROOM over 1000 sq. ft. in a modern, well maintained and mature adult building just three blocks from downtown. Full-sized appliances with in-suite washer/dryer. Large, designer kitchen. Ensuite. In-suite storage. Very attractive suite freshly renovated. Security Entry. Call David @ 250-3380267.

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Canadian mine. On April 27, a group of protesters held a peaceful demonstration outside the mineâ€™s gate. Minutes later, they were fleeing for their lives.Â The security guards hired by the mine dispersed them with tear gas and then fired on them with buckshot and rubber bullets. One young man was shot in the face. Seven people were injured. Amnesty Canada is asking that the Canadian government appoint an ombudsperson to receive and investigate complaints about Canadian mining companies operating abroad. And allow victims of human rights violations involving Canadian mining companies abroad the opportunity to seek justice in Canada.

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Come to the Philosophersâ€™ CafĂŠ Wednesday, Dec. 3 from 7-8 p.m. at the Comox Quality Foods CafĂŠ as seniorsâ€™ advocate Helen Whittaker leads a discussion on isolation in our society. Share your thoughts on whether we are becoming increasingly lonely or whether we are moving to a new form of social connection. Once a month a speaker will introduce a theme to the CafĂŠ, and then all who attend can join in respectful, non-partisan conversation, or just sit back and listen. You are welcome to propose topics for future CafĂŠs. Themes should be of broad interest and national significance, and have an element of controversy to them. Helen Whitaker will have 10 minutes to introduce the topic, and then the floor is open for 50 minutes of moderated discussion. There is no charge to attend. For more info, email peter@peterschwarzhoff.ca.

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Wednesday, Dec. 3rd, 2014, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Stan Hagen Theatre, Komoux Hall (K104) North Island College, 2300 Ryan Road Courtenay, BC The North Island Hospitals Project (NIHP) is hosting a community information session to provide an update on the new, 153-bed Comox Valley hospital slated for completion in late 2017. The meeting will start with a presentation, followed by a question-and-answer session related to the procurement, design and construction of the new facilities. The NIHP team and representatives from selected proponent Tandem Health Partners will be on hand to answer questions and gather input. For more information visit the NIHP website at: nihp.viha.ca

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Janet Cochrane hiked the Camino de Compostela last year, a solo adventure which fortified her dream of offering an accessible yoga space in the Comox Valley. Photo Submitted notes, there is something more subtle that enters the room when we devote our attention to how we are standing or where our breath comes from. While some may consider the basics 'easy,' Cochrane knows — like her grandmother who lived to 106 and whom she did everything to emulate — that some things never go out of

style. “I think most people see yoga as a youth endeavour,” she says. “It’s challenging...the youth-worship in this realm. But when people start to see people as beyond age, and that they're still vital and thriving and energetic, then it becomes a bonus, and a beneficial quality. Then youthfulness becomes wisdom

and all the other life experience that comes along with it, that people value. That they begin to value.” As to the decision to open Purusa Mind + Movement on Cumberland’s main drag in mid-October, it happened organically. Although it had been a dream for a while, Cochrane kept saying, “We’re not ready for

this.” But when the space in the heritage building that they own became available, her husband Alberto Pozzolo, persisted. Purusa Mind + Movement is located at 2703 Dunsmuir, next to Tarbell’s Deli. For more information call 250- 650-4722 or visit www.purusamovement.com.

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Artist and winery unite for perfect pairing Lisa Kirk is delighted to show her artwork at Blue Moon Estate Winery on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 1-4 p.m. Join us for this preChristmas event, the opening reception, of Star Light, Star Bright, I Wish I May I Wish I Might. Transport yourself to another world through art, wine and good cheer. Imagine yourself sipping delicious wines, nibbling on appies, viewing art and getting some holiday shopping done with ease, all while immersing yourself in an event filled with art and inspiration. Kirk’s art is in small and large formats, art notebooks and art cards. Participants can stock up on award-winning wines and ciders, and a unique selection of local food items, gift certificate and baskets. Kirk is an intuitive mixed-media artist and facilitator of pure process art who loves to experiment and play with possibilities in many art forms.

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Janet Cochrane has always danced. Like her mother — who was with the Royal Winnipeg Ballet — she relishes the quietude and cultivation of inner and outer strength which dance offered her — although, she chuckles, she may have particularly needed them, as the first-born daughter after four energetic boys. However, when injuries began to accumulate in her mid-20s, and especially after the birth of her children, Cochrane was searching for new ways to heal, strengthen and maintain her physical body while continuing to use mind and movement strategies to connect with that precious sense of source energy, or self. Living in Victoria, she was drawn to the teachings of an influential and wellregarded modern yoga master. Sri B.K.S. Iyengar is associated with the importance of laying a strong foundation in the basic elements of hatha yoga. Where some people just want to come in and do downdog, Cochrane

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Those who attended her Garden Art Show in August can attest to the joy-filled experience of surrounding oneself with Kirk’s art. She hopes the show

will immerse people in the wonder of the stars and universe above. The winery is located five minutes from downtown Courtenay at 4905 Darcy Rd.

If you are unable to make it to the opening, the winery will be open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 1-5 p.m. through Dec. 21 or by appointment. Call 250-

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Child poverty a year-round reality

veryone is gearing up for the Christmas season, that wonderful time of year focused on giving. There are food drives collecting for the food bank, and campaigns of all kinds to help those in need, including toy drives trying to ensure all children have something waiting for them under the Christmas tree. Elves are working in earnest at Santa’s Workshop, to ensure that there is some semblance of celebration for all the boys and girls in the Valley. The Secret Santa campaign is in full swing at offices and businesses throughout our community. This is a great thing, and it is good-hearted people that both organize and contribute to them. But the best they can hope for, and it is a good goal, is to alleviate some of the need. The sad fact is, the issue of child poverty is not going to be solved by a once-a-year campaign. According to the annual report released by First Call, a coalition of advocacy groups, child poverty is on the rise in B.C. rather than declining. According to the B.C. Child Poverty Report Card, 169,240 children were living below the poverty line in this province in 2012. Last year, the report said 153,000 children. First Call set out 19 recommendations in their report with a goal of reducing the provincial child poverty rate to seven per cent by 2020. The recommendations cover a range, from raising the minimum wage to increased child tax benefits and rescinding cuts to Employment Insurance. But what they all have in common is the need for provincial and federal governments to address the problem. When we see the enormity of the problem of child poverty, it is clear it is time for upper levels of government to join in the fight to make some long-term change. –Black Press

To end violence against women, we need a plan

his Dec. 6 marks 25 years As we reflect on the events on since 14 young women were Dec. 6, 1989 across Canada, we senselessly murdered at must ask ourselves why our curl’École Polytechnique de Mon- rent criminal laws, labour codes, tréal. and programs have proven inadSince then, Canada has equate to eradicate this problem. marked the date annually as the Last year the Canadian NetNational Day of Remembrance work of Women’s Shelters & and Action on VioTransition Houses GUEST COLUMN did just that; they lence against Women. Over the last released a report several weeks, Canaanalyzing current dians have been government policies reminded again and and programs focused AIL again that violence on violence against ASADYK against women and women. The results sexual harassment were not all that are still persistent problems in surprising; on a whole Canada this country. Even Parliament is lacking coherence and co-ordiHill and our public broadcaster’s nation between the federal and offices are not immune. provincial/territorial levels. These high-profile cases have As with any complex social helped shine a light on the comissue, we might expect our govplexities of gender-based violence ernments to ensure they are and have sparked important addressing the root causes, condiscussions. But discussions ducting ongoing research, evalumust also lead to action. On any ating existing measures, and given day in Canada, over 8,200 facilitating co-ordination between women and children are living all relevant stakeholders. All of in emergency shelters and tranthis takes planning, both in the sition houses to escape violent short and the long term. partners. Annually over 400,000 Our club is very aware of the women and girls report sexual issues of Violence against Women assaults, yet an approximate and we urge all levels of govern90 per cent of assaults go unrements to take a strong stand to ported. Nearly 1,200 aboriginal end these atrocities. We ask, why women and girls have been muris it that with such a widespread dered or gone missing over the problem like gender-based violast 30 years. We cannot let this lence, that affects one in three continue to happen. women, Canada has no compre-

hensive plan or strategy? With Canada less than a year away from a fixed federal election date, this is certainly a question we should be asking politicians. The public discussions we’re having right now are building — perhaps to a tipping point where real societal change will occur — but we simply can’t afford to let the conversation lapse. We need politicians to join the discussion and make changes. That’s exactly what a new campaign, led by an alliance of more than 100 women’s organizations and allies, hopes to accomplish. The campaign, dubbed Up for Debate, wants to make sure women figure prominently in how we make the decision about the future of our country. It challenges political party leaders to participate in a televised leaders’ debate on women’s issues once the election is called, the first in 30 years, and more broadly urges politicians to commit to make meaningful commitments to make women’s lives better. Twenty-five years have passed since Canada was shaken by the École Polytechnique tragedy. Isn’t time we got serious about ending violence against women? Gail Nasadyk President of CFUW (Canadian Federation of University Women) Comox Valley

Millions granted to Victoria distillery an excessive amount Record Question of the Week This week: Should the minimum wage in B.C. be raised to $15 an hour? Go to www.comoxvalleyrecord.com to vote.

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Dear editor, I am writing about the recent announcement by John Duncan, Conservative Island North MP, regarding a $2.37 million “agricultural grant” given to Macaloney Distillers Ltd. of Victoria. The objective for this grant stated on the Federal government website, is to support Canadian agriculture to the tune of 500 tonnes of “Canadian grown malt barley” annually and to create an estimated 79 jobs. This equates to approximately 300 acres (less than 1/2 a per cent) of the over

103,000 (2001 stat) acres currently being farmed on Vancouver Island. Currently we import much of our land-based food products, a lot of which comes from increasingly drought-ridden California. It is obvious that local food production reduces our dependence on imported foods. Would a better choice be to facilitate the establishment of more regional grain cleaning, storage and processing facilities for small and medium farmers who could easily supply the whiskey distillery

with their 300 acres of barley? This would allow growth of a significant additional amount of food grain such as whole wheat, rye, lentils, chick peas and other important fruits and vegetable crops. My question to our federal MPs is “Do you think giving a $2.37 million ‘agricultural grant’ to a business enterprise with a 300-acre local malt barley growing objective is a good use of taxpayers’ dollars?”

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Trustee-elect Hargreaves humbled by show of support Dear editor, I have been asked by so many about the results of the Nov. 15 elections that I wanted to take this opportunity to acknowledge and thank once more all those who encouraged and supported me … thank you! Thank you to friends and neighbours in Electoral Area C for your support and votes in the Nov. 15 School Board elections. I am so humbled and very grateful for your support and for giving me the opportunity to represent you on the School

Letters to the Editor Send your letter to editor@comoxvalleyrecord.com, or drop it off at the Record office, 765 McPhee Ave. Please keep letters to a maximum of 300 words and sign with your name and hometown. We reserve the right to publish and to edit for space/clarity.

Board for the next four years. Thank you so much! Thank you too, to the local media for focusing on the school trustee elections. The “all candidates questions” we were asked were, excellent,

thought provoking and insightful and I truly appreciated them. Over the weeks leading up to Election Day, I attended a number of forums and it was my privilege to talk to numerous Valley residents about so many

different issues. I was most gratified by your willingness to share your educational concerns with me and I promise I will do my best to be your new voice on the School Board. I will study the issues. I will listen and I will continue to seek your input on major decisions. Running for public office can be a stressful experience, but I believe all who do so have at heart the desire to do their very best for our students, parents,

teachers and community. As a result I would like to congratulate all of the candidates for putting their names forward and running for the office of School Board trustee. Thank you for being willing to stand up for public education. I am very grateful to continue to have the opportunity to earn your trust and to give you a voice on School District 71 board of trustees. Sincerely,

Ian Hargreaves School trustee – elect

Prospect of supertanker disasters along West Coast not a matter of ‘if’; it’s a matter of ‘when’ Dear editor, I recently attended a film entitled “The West Coast Tarsands” by Richard Boyce at the Stan Hagen Theatre. It left me reeling at the insanity of our governments’ and Enbridge’s plan to ship bitumen oil from Kitimat to China. The supertankers, the size of three and a half football fields

long and 400 feet wide, would have to navigate the narrow Douglas Channel strewn with many islands and make at least two 90 degree turns. A supertanker takes two kilometres to turn and 4-5 kilometres to stop. Once in the Inside Passage, they would again have to navigate a slew of islands often in

very foggy conditions with minimum visibility. Then in Hecat Strait, they face one of the most unpredictable straits in North America as storms can spring up rapidly in its shallow waters. This is one of the richest marine areas in North America and many First Nations depend upon the sea for their livelihood. An estimated 1,700 trips by

supertankers are expected in these waters to and from China every year. The likelihood of an accident and a major oil spill is inevitable. The area impacted by the Exxon Valdez oil spill if projected on to the B.C. coast would cover the whole of Vancouver Island. That tanker carried only one-tenth of the oil the projected supertank-

ers would contain. Our government certainly is not prepared to handle such a spill. This plan is tantamount to environmental terrorism. For more information and to view the video google “Coastal Tarsands”. Rachel Reynolds Courtenay

Treatment, care and rehabilitation of the mentally ill in our country drastically under-funded Dear editor, A Vancouver mother was not among the many extra thousands who stood at cenotaphs across the country on Remembrance Day, as she had just been killed by her mentally-ill son. He was in the headlines recently for beating his dog and tossing it into a dumpster, and it eventually died.

Dog-lovers turned up at the courthouse for the man’s trial, incensed that the poor animal suffered such an awful death, and complained that the sentence of a couple month’s jail time did not fit the crime. The judge acknowledged the mental state of the man he sent to jail, but said he was no further threat as long as he took his anti-psy-

chotic medications. His mother’s death proves the meds were not taken as prescribed. No doubt, most of those standing at the cenotaphs on Nov. 11 had the senseless death in Ottawa of Cpl. Nathan Cirillo on their minds. His killer was another mentally-deranged man who had served jail time while pleading for help with his drug

Others should let Jangula do his job Dear editor; I write in response to the letter published in the Record on Nov. 27 authored by Donovan Carter (Frisch is the right choice as Courtenay’s RD rep), whom I know associates with Jon Ambler and Ronna Rae Leonard, who are trying to pressure Mayor Jangula into appointing Councillor-elect Frisch to the RD Board. Neither of these people stood for office in the recent election. Ms. Leonard was defeated in her bid to win the federal NDP nomination. During the recent election campaign I noticed that former

(defeated) mayor Greg Phelps posted his version of a “dream team” on unsuccessful mayoral candidate Jon Ambler’s Facebook (page). That team consisted of Mr. Ambler, Hillian, Lennox - “with Ronna Rae on the sidelines” and Frisch. Is this an attempt by the unelected and defeated to take control of our local government? The voters chose Mr. Jangula for mayor by a resounding margin for a reason. Let’s allow him to do his job. Dick Clancy Courtenay

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each. Will all those who recoil and react to these awful killings in Vancouver and Ottawa, be willing to galvanize together and insist that more government funds are devoted to treatment, care and rehabilitation of the mentally ill? Bernie Smith Parksville

Leonard’s letter contained misinformation on mayors Dear editor, A recent letter from Ronna Rae Leonard pushed to have newly elected Councillor Frisch appointed as one of Courtenay’s representatives on the Comox Valley Regional Board (Former councillor echoes sentiment regarding Frisch for RD seat - Nov. 27). She used misinformation to support this promotion of a candidate she endorsed in the recent elections. The misinformation relates to the seating of city mayors on regional boards. Leonard said in her letter “in fact, historically, few mayors in B.C. take a seat at their Regional Board, as they

were traditionally the leaders whose job is really to wave the city flag.” Nothing could be further from the truth. During the last term, of the 405 regional directors in B.C., 133 were also mayors of the towns within the regional districts. These mayors know that the activities of the regional district in the rural areas adjacent to their municipalities is of crucial interest to them and their municipal councils, and who is better able to speak for the whole council. Mayor Jangula had sound and

more pressing reasons to absent himself from the regional board during the last term. He had to clean up the homeless shelter site fiasco, move the Braidwood housing project forward, find tax relief for the vulnerable downtown business community, and try to bring the council on side to end the attack on Maple Pool. Maybe now he has the time and the energy to appoint himself to one of the directorships on the regional board and bring the same dedication to that job.

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Carly Gunter is seeing more the start for us,” Grimm stated. Hennelly. “Brad tweaked his hip floor time with the Thompson TRU was led by Alyssa Wolf flexor in the third set Friday. He Rivers University WolfPack (4th year, outside hitter, Delta). was a game-time decision. It is women’s volleyball team, while She had 10 kills in 37 wings tough mentally to make that brother Brad is once again with 14 digs. Samantha Iuliia switch. I thought Casey Knight watching from the sidelines for Pakhomenko (3rd year, outside (5th year, outside hitter, Salt the men’s team as the Canada hitter, Donetsk, Ukraine) had Spring Island) did a good job West squads from Kamloops nine kills in 26 chances with a making the adjustment. Randy wrapped up the first half of service ace and five digs. (Grundman, 2nd year, outside their seasons at home in the The Pandas completed the hitter, Winnipeg) was solid on Tournament Capital Centre. sweep Saturday with another the left but we didn’t have the It was not an easy task for 3-0 (25-18, 25-16, 25-19) win. same fight tonight. Alberta was either TRU team, as the a little sharper from the visitors in both cases service line early and Carly has been in the last couple were the top-ranked that made a bit of a difference.” University of Alberta, of weekends and has done a good job Hennelly and the who swept both week- for us so she got the start for us. end series. WolfPack have three Chad Grimm weeks off before they The WolfPack women gave the Pandas some host an international fits in their on Friday tournament Jan. 2-4. Tough First Half night (Nov. 28). But in the Meanwhile, the TRU men’s The competition includes Budo, end, the number one team in team have had a tough first half Japan. “I think it is a much the CIS downed the upstart of the Canada West season. Mer- needed break. I know one of the ‘Pack 3-0 (25-17, 25-17, 30-28). cifully it ended on Saturday problems – and women’s volleyThe Pandas are now 10-13 on (Nov. 29) at home. Unfortunate- ball experienced this too – is a the season while the ‘Pack have ly, they spent the final weekend switching of lineups continually fallen to 7-8. of the pre-Christmas portion of putting your preparation back “Until the third set we didn’t the campaign hosting the top a bit. We had a nice little run have a lot of energy,” said Wolf- team in Canada: the University with our ‘crew ‘ ready go on the Pack head coach Chad Grimm. of Alberta Golden Bears. floor. “Our serve/receive wasn’t good “Brad, Casey together on After taking the Bears to and we didn’t have much flow. five sets on Friday before losing the floor. It lasted for only We changed it up a little bit 3-2 (19-25, 21-25, 26-24, 25-20, one match. It is frustrating. It in the third and had a lineup 16-14), the WolfPack – without changes how you go into the that featured more passers. We CIS Player of the Year Brad week. The break is good for started to pass it a little bit Gunter (4th year, outside hit- everyone. It is a mental break more and grind it out offensive- ter, Courtenay) – fell in three as well as physical. We haven’t ly and made it a little bit closer.” straight (25-23, 25-20, 25-20) to had a weekend off since early Rookie Gunter (libero, Cour- the visitors on Saturday. September. tenay) had three digs and “I think all the guys will Alberta is unbeaten in 14 garnered praised from coach starts while Thompson Rivers appreciate it. Hopefully we can Grimm. “Carly has been in the dips to 5-11. get everyone back and healed last couple of weekends and has “We had some good spurts,” up and on the same page.” done a good job for us so she got said WolfPack head coach Pat – TRU WolfPack

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