Information & Resource Directory for Seniors in the Cowichan Valley
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DIRECTORY SPRING 2020
A Special Supplement to the Cowichan Valley Citizen
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Seniors Information & Resources
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Seniors Housing & Assisted Living
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Seniors Services & Organizations
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Health & Financial Services
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Seniors Transportation
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Seniors Safety & Security
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Leisure & Recreation
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The Seniors Resource Directory is a special supplement to the Cowichan Valley Citizen. The Citizen is distributed to more than 20,000 homes through the region every Wednesday and Friday.
251 Jubilee Street, Duncan, BC V9L 1W8 Ph. 250-748-2666 / Fax: 250-748-1552 www.cowichanvalleycitizen.com
D iv i n e Denture Centre
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Charity Warwaruk, DD
Dentures as DIVINE as You ARE! Call for your FREE consultation today! FULL DENTURE SERVICE LOWER SUCTION & IMPLANT DENTURES Valleyview Centre - Cobble Hill
#9495808
Phone: 250-743-3311 w w w . d i v i n e d e n t u re s . c a
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SENIORS INFORMATION & RESOURCES AGING WELL IN B.C.
Access the report from the Seniors Advisory Council online at www.his.gov.bc.ca/seniors
ARBUTUS TRAVEL CLUB
AIDS VANCOUVER ISLAND
Travel club for seniors. Day bus trips visiting different venues on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands, from theatre, shopping to museums. .....................................corrysalmen@shaw.ca .....................................................250-701-0965
ALISTAIR MACGREGOR
B.C. CENTRE FOR ELDER ADVOCACY AND SUPPORT
www.avi.org..................................250-753-2437
Member of Parliament 101 – 126 Ingram Street Duncan, BC alistairmacgregor.ca................1-866-609-9998
ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF B.C.
Exists to alleviate the personal and social consequences of Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias www.alzheimerbc.org .....................................................800-462-2833
Individuals, seniors, community agencies, government and policy makers, working together to eliminate the abuse of seniors. www.bcceas.ca 411 Dunsmuir St., Vancouver... 866-437-1950
B.C. GOVERNMENT RETIRED EMPLOYEES
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Robert Fortunat R.D. #9495827
Providing Denture Care EXCLUSIVELY at his Festubert Street location for 30 years!
• Family Owned & Operated • Full and Partial Dentures • Implant and Overdentures
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• Certified BPS Care • New Patients Always Welcome • No Dentist Referral Necessary 1990
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Duncan Dental has been in business for 67 years. Our owner, Robert Fortunat, has been a Denturist for 30 years in the Valley, and performs all services personally. Committed to the tradition of quality service, Robert believes that the highest compliment his patients give him is the referral of family and friends!
(250) 746-6241
100-321 Festubert St., Duncan BC
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SENIORS INFORMATION & RESOURCES B.C. PENSIONERS ORGANIZATION
HOMEOWNER GRANT PROGRAMS
Promotes the best interests of elder citizens in One of three provincial property tax assistance B.C. in all matters pertaining to their welfare. programs offered to help homeowners reduce .......................................................604-530-2601 taxes. Box 9991, Stn. Prov Govt, Victoria .....................................................888-355-2700
B.C. SENIORS
Online resources and links to programs and services for seniors. www.gov.bc.ca/seniors ...............800-465-4911
CNIB
Canadian National Institute for the Blind .....................................................250-751-2342
ISLAND DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING CENTRE
Provides services and support for deaf and hard of hearing individuals and their families. www.idhhc.ca ...........................250-753-0999 or TTY: 250-753-0977
MEDIC ALERT FOUNDATION
Provider of emergency medical information services linked to customized medical bracelets, necklets and watches. www.parentsupportbc.ca ...........800-377-0212 www.medicalalert.ca ...................800-668-1507
GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN SUPPORT
#9495793
#9495779
LAKE DENTAL HEALTH CENTRE
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Dental Health is truly about all around health. Brushing, flossing and regular dental checkups. Medical studies have proven a direct link to cancer and heart disease so dental care is important now, more than we ever knew before! We are a dedicated group of dental professionals in Lake Cowichan. We pride ourselves in taking care of our patients to the very best of our abilities. Give us a call, email or stop in to have a chat. We’re open Monday through Thursday.
Open Tues. - Fri. 9:30 to 4:30, and Sat. 11:00 to 4:00 Closed Sunday and Monday. 250-746-7462
Donations Accepted Volunteers Welcome
New patients are always welcome and your referrals to our office are greatly appreciated.
We’d love to hear from you! DR. JOHN WILSON & The Lake Dental Health Centre Team. 46 South Shore Road Lake Cowichan, BC V0R 2G0
Mon to Thurs – 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Telephone: 250-749-3233 • Email: ldhc@shaw.ca
#9- 5777 Trans rans Canada Hwy Hwy, Duncan
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SENIORS INFORMATION & RESOURCES NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FEDERAL RETIREES
Advocating for retired federal employees to protect and enhance their benefits. www.fsnacoastal.com.................250-324-3211
NEW HORIZONS FOR SENIORS PROGRAM
Organizations that want to help seniors make a difference in the lives of others and in their communities are eligible to receive federal grants and contributions funding www.esdc.gc.ca/eng/seniors/funding/index
OMBUDSPERSON
B.C.’s independent voice for fairness. www.ombudsperson.ca ..............800-567-3247
#9495817
#9495813
RN Owned & Operated Over 30 Years
of Caring
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Personalized
Home Health Care & Support Services Ser 2A-2753 CHARLOTTE ROAD, DUNCAN 250-701-9990 www.harmonyhealthcare.ca
http://www.comoxvalleylifeline.com/
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SENIORS INFORMATION & RESOURCES PARKS CANADA
www.pc.gc.ca ..............................888-773-8888
SANDS FUNERAL CHAPEL
VANCOUVER ISLAND REAL ESTATE BOARD
online at www.vireb.com 6374 Metral Drive, Nanaimo .......250-390-4212
Offering solutions to suit your budget with the VITAL STATISTICS AGENCY Working to improve the Birth, Death and Marbenefits of planning ahead. 187 Trunk Road ...........................250-746-5212 riage Certificates, Marriages Licenses, Name Changes, Wills and Registry Information. www.vs.gov.bc.ca ....................1-888-876-1633
SERVICE B.C.
Basic information on government programs. Www.servicebc.gov.bc.c.............800-663-7867
ST. JOHN AMBULANCE
VETERANS AFFAIRS CANADA
Provides exemplary, client-centred services and benefits that respond to the needs of our veterans and their families. www.vac.acc.gc.ca .....................866-522-2122
Information and registration services for first aid training, emergency and CPR courses, first aid VOLUNTEER COWICHAN Volunteer Cowichan raises awareness of the power of kids and supplies. www.sja.ca/bcyukon ...................250-729-8889 service. vc@volunteercowichan.bc.ca ...250-748-2133
senior’s probiotic
available at country grocer #9495820
Alistair
MacGregor
MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT #9495835
COWICHAN-MALAHAT-LANGFORD
• promotes health & longevity for those 55+
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Duncan Office: #101-126 Ingram Street Web: alistairmacgregor.ca www.alistairmacgregor.ca Phone: 1-866-609-9998
• helps maintain friendly gut bacteria • reduces chances of gastrointestinal infections & bowel conditions in elderly
Abbeyfield is an affordable non-profit home for independent seniors #9495833 in a family type setting.
Come for a tour of our beautiful, character home.
countrygrocer.com
http://abbeyfieldduncan.ca/ abbeyfieldduncan.ca
Abbeyfield Houses Society Of Duncan 5905 Indian Road Duncan, BC 250-748-1352
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SENIORS HOUSING & ASSISTED LIVING ABBYFIELD HOUSES SOCIETY OF DUNCAN
RESIDENTIAL TENANCY OFFICE
Provides landlords and tenants with information Abbeyfield is an affordable home for independ- regarding their rights and responsibilities. www.rto.gov.bc.ca ent seniors. Call for a tour! 1st Floor, 1019 Wharf St. Victoria.800-665-8779 5905 Indian Rd., Duncan, BC V9L 5L9 abbeyfieldduncan.ca .................250-748-1352
SHERWOOD HOUSE INDEPENDENT LIVING WITH SERVICES
BC HOUSING
www.bchousing.org ...................800-787-2807
DUNCAN HOME AND COMMUNITY CARE
Chef prepared meals, fun-filled activities, weekly housekeeping and 24/7 emergency response. 280 Government Street Duncan, BC V9L 0B5 www.Sherwood-House.com .....250-737-1458
WEDGWOOD HOUSE INDEPENDENT VIHA Home and Community Care provides LIVING WITH SERVICES
health care and personal support services to all eligible residents in BC who live in the Vancouver Island Health Authority region. 121 Ingram St., Duncan, BC V9L 1N8 ...................................... Phone: 250–737–2004
#9495771
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Delicious meals, 24 hour emergency response, housekeeping and linens refreshed, caring community. 256 Government Street Duncan, BC V9L 1A4 www.NovaPacific.ca ..................250-746-9808
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SENIORS SERVICES & ORGANIZATIONS ALS SOCIETY OF B.C.
To meet physical and emotional needs of ALS patients and their caregivers #208 – 1600 West 6th Ave. Vancouver www.alsbc.ca............................. 800-7083228
ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF B.C.
Alleviate the personal and social consequences of Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias. www.alzheirmerbc.org ................800-4622833
ARBUTUS TRAVEL CLUB
Travel club for seniors. Day bus trips visiting different venues on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands, from theatre, shopping to museums. .....................................corrysalmen@shaw.ca .....................................................250-701-0965
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Celebrating 39 Years in Business! #9495825
#9510931
We’re making making lives lives better better
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Locally Owned & Operated.
Personal Care and Medication Assist Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care and Respite Friendly Companionship Around-the-Clock Care
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Call today for a FREE Caring Consult
250.748.4357
cowichan@nursenextdoor.com
• Routine & Diabetic Foot Care • Custom Foot Orthotics #9495801 • Wound Care Can be claimed to extended medical insurances. Now booking and accepting New Patients. Dr. Michael Feist B.S., D.P.M., M.S.
PODIASTRIST Podiatric Corporation
Office: 250-597-7300 Suite 208 - 225 Canada Ave. Duncan, BC No Doctor Referral Needed
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SENIORS SERVICES & ORGANIZATIONS ARTHRITIS SOCIETY OF BC
Committed to the research, care, education and advocacy for persons with arthritis. www.arthritis.ca/bc .....................800-321-1433
BC LUNG ASSOCIATION
Leads provincial and international lung health initiatives and lung disease prevention. www.bclung.ca.............................800-665-5864
CANADIAN BLOOD SERVICES
Recruits blood donors, organizes and operates blood donor clinics. ........................................www.bloodservice.ca
CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY
103 - 225 Canada Ave, Duncan ......................................................250-746-4134
The First Tuesday Every Month #9495803
SAVE* 20%
For Pharmasave Rewards Members Age 60+
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On regular priced merchandise
*Discount applies to regular priced merchandise purchased by Pharmasave Rewards members over 60 years old and their accompanying family members. Discount excludes sale items, prescriptions, pharmacy services, codeine products, Ideal Protein products, Post Office purchases, lottery, transit tickets & passes, phone & gift cards.
Pharmacy: 250-743-9011
Customer Service: 250-743-9047
Mill Bay Centre
Exclusively at Mill Bay Pharmasave.
Monday – Friday 9am - 7pm
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Saturday- 9am - 6pm
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Sunday 11am - 5pm
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SENIORS SERVICES & ORGANIZATIONS CANADIAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION
MEDIC ALERT FOUNDATION
Promotes health through diabetes research, ed- www.medicalert.ca .....................800-668-1507 ucation, service and advocacy. www.diabetes.ca .........................800-226-8464 PARKINSON SOCIETY OF BC Addressing the personal and social conseCANADIAN LIVER FOUNDATION quences of Parkinson’s Disease in British Cowww.liver.ca .................................800-856-7266 lumbia. www.parkinson.bc.ca .................800-668-3330
CANADIAN MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION
http://mid-island.cmha.bc.ca .....250-244-4042
COWICHAN HOSPICE
Cowichan Hospice offers free emotional and practical support to individuals facing end-of-life, their families and those who are grieving. 3122 Gibbins Road Duncan, BC V9L 1G2 www.cowichanhospice.org .......250-701-4242
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH #191 9775 Chemainus Road, Chemainus, BC ......................................................250-246-2201
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH #1 DUNCAN
25 Kenneth Street Duncan .......................................................250-746-5013
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH #134 MALAHAT DISTRICT
#9510946 Independent Retirement Living with Services • Chef prepared meals • 24 hour emergency response • Daily activities • Housekeeping & fresh linens • Centrally located in town • Short walk to shops and services • We are Pet Friendly!
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1625 Shawnigan Mill Bay Rd Shawnigan Lake BC .....................................................250-743-4621
HEALTH & FINANCIAL SERVICES BC NURSE LINE
Reliable health info that you can trust. 24 hr. Selfcare program to help you better understand and manage your health. www.bchealthguide.org ............ 866-215-4700
BEAUTIFUL SMILES (DENTURIST)
250.715.0116 For a Personal Tour + Tea www.sherwood-house.com 280 Government St., Duncan | Sherwood-House.com Laura@Sherwood-House.com
201 - 371 Brae Road, Duncan ......866-649-5018
CBI HOME HEALTH (FORMERLY WE CARE)
Nursing and personal care services to support client independence at home. 205 – 149 Ingram Street, Duncan www.cbi.ca .................................250-746-9224
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HEALTH & FINANCIAL SERVICES CANADA BENEFITS
Information about federal, provincial and territorial benefit programs and services for seniors. www.canadabenefits.g.ca...........800-622-6232
DIVINE DENTURES
Serving the Cowichan Valley providing same day repair service. 18 – 1400 Cowichan Bay Road, Cobble Hill, .......................................................250-743-3311
LAKE DENTAL HEALTH
New patients welcome. 46 South Shore Rd, Lake Cowichan .....................................................250-749-3233
DR. MICHAEL FEIST PODIATRIST New patients welcome. 208 – 225 Canada Ave. Duncan, BC 250-597-7300
Dr. Ron Smith
Creating Beautiful Healthy Smiles
Dental Implants Family Dental Care
#9510925 New Patients Welcomed Sedation Available
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Highly Qualified with Over 25 years of Dental Implant Experience Complex Implant Cases One Appointment Crowns
250.748.1125 300-2700 Beverly Street, Duncan www.smithsmiles.com Serving the Island since 1975
#101-2700 Beverly Street Duncan
250-756-4851
Since
1979
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HEALTH & FINANCIAL SERVICES HARMONY HEALTH CARE
MILL BAY PHARMASAVE
ISLAND HEALTH Vancouver Island’s health authority, delivering health care services for residents, clients and patients. 1952 Bay St., Victoria www.islandhealth.ca ..............1-877-370-8699
PHARMACARE
RN Owned and operated. Over 25 years of car- Senior Days first Tuesday of the month. ing. Mill Bay Centre 250-743-9011 or 250-743-9047 2A – 2753 Charotte Rd Duncan, BC harmonyhealthcare.ca ..............250-701-9990 MISSION THRIFT STORE Mission Thrift Store is a family friendly thrift store. 9 - 5777 Trans Canada Highway, Duncan HEALTHLINK B.C. .....................................................250-745-7462 Speak with a nurse about your symptoms, consult with a pharmacists about your medication NURSE NEXT DOOR HOME CARE SERVICES Personal care, medications, Alzheimer’s and Dequestions 24/7. mentia care, companionship, around-the-clock care. www.healthlinkbc.ca ........................Dial 811 (Hearing Impaired 711) 2538 Trillium Terrace Duncan BC V9L 5J7 nursenextdoor.com ...................250-668-7081
NEW! DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY Complete Dentures Partial Dentures Immediate Dentures Implant Dentures Rebases Repairs Except All Insurance Plans
Provides financial assistance to B.C. residents for eligible prescription drugs and designated medical supplies. www.gov.bc.ca/health .............. 800-663-7100
#9495803
12 Erika Colebank, RD
Lower Suction Dentures BPS Certified
866-649-5018
www.BeautifulSmilesDenture.com
201 - 371 Brae Rd • Duncan, BC V9L 3T9
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HEALTH & FINANCIAL SERVICES PROPERTY TAX DEFERMENT
Homeowners aged 55 years and over may defer the payment of annual property taxes on their principal residence.
http://bit.ly/1Pd2pz2 ...................250-356-8121
PROVINCIAL HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY
700 – 1380 Burrard Street, Vancouver ........604-675-7400
RESIDENTIAL REHABILITATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
Provides low-income homeowners with financial assistance for repairs of lower value homes. .......................................................800-668-2642
SENIORS ADVISORY COUNCIL
To advise Minister of Health and Minister responsible. 1515 Blanshard Street, Victoria .....................................................800-663-7867
BC FERRIES
Service between Departure Bay-Horseshoe Bay, Duke Point-Tsawwassen www.bcferries.com .................... 888-223-3779
Need help grocery shopping? #9499100
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Sendial is a grocery shopping & delivery service for customers unable to shop independently. A dedicated volunteer will call you weekly to take your order, which is carefully shopped and delivered the next day for a nominal fee of $5.
To Register: 250 544 1234 • 1 800 667 8280 info@thriftyfoods.com
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SENIORS TRANSPORTATION COWICHAN VALLEY REGIONAL TRAN- in parTnership with the Canadian Cancer Society. Cancer Car Dispatch & Information SIT #3–5280 Polkey Rd., Duncan, BC Web: www.bctransit.com ......................................................250–746–9899
DRIVE B.C.
Check driving conditions by using automated phone service. Www.drivebc.ca .........................800–550-4997
NANAIMO AIRPORT
www.nanaimoairport.com ..........250-924-2157
TRANSPORTATION FOR CANCER PATIENTS IN THE COWICHAN VALLEY
Friendly, trained volunteers drive cancer patients to and from Victoria for treatment. This opportunity is provided by volunteers from the Freemasons of British Columbia and Yukon
#9510938
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SENIORS SAFETY & SECURITY ALCOHOL & DRUG REFERRAL
Helpline offering 24-hour assistance. .....................................................800-663-1441
B.C. CENTRE FOR ELDER ADVOCACY & SUPPORT
Individuals, seniors, community agencies, government and policy makers, working together to eliminate the abuse of seniors. 411 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver www.bcceas.ca.......................866-437-1940
BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU OF VANCOUVER ISLAND
It starts with trust. The BBB of Vancouver Island promotes fairness and honesty in themarketplace. 220-1175 Cook St. Victoria www.vi.bbb.org .....................................................877-826-4222
COWICHAN VALLEY LIFELINE
http://www.NovaPacific.ca/
Personal emergency response system that provides access to help 24/7. 392 10th Street Courtenay, BC V9N 1P5 www.comoxvalleylifeline.com ...250-746-0814
GAS LEAKS AND ODOURS
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SENIORS SAFETY & SECURITY SENIORS MENTORING SENIORS
VANCOUVER ISLAND CRISIS LINE
24-hour emotional support A unique opportunity for seniors to be trained as ....................................................888-494-3888 Crisis chat 6 – 10 p.m. nightly crime prevention volunteers. warmlandcops.com .................. 250-701-9146 ................................................www.vicrisis.ca Crisis text 6 – 10 p.m. nightly ....................................................250-800-3806
LEISURE, RECREATION & SHOPPING COUNTRY GROCER
Serving the Cowichan Valley with two locations for your convenience 33 – 1400 Cowichan Bay Road, Cobble Hill 83 Lake Cowichan Road, Lake Cowichan countrygrocer.com Cobble Hill ..................................250-743-5639 Lake Cowichan ..........................250-749-6335
RAM APPLIANCES
We service what we sell. 460 Whistler St. Duncan, BC ...................................................250-748-4368
#9510918
Your European Specialist 746-4612
Licensed Technicians Outstanding Communication
https://www.danciamotors.com/
SCOTTS TOYS
Locally owned and operated. 68 Station Street Duncan, BC .....................................................250-748-2443
THRIFTY FOODS - BEVERLEY CORNERS
A shopping and home delivery service for customers unable to shop independently. .....................................corrysalmen@shaw.ca .....................................................250-701-0965
ARBUTUS TRAVEL CLUB Of Duncan New Members Welcome 50+
COME AND JOIN OUR DAY BUS TRIPS #9504747
THURSDAY FEBRUARY 27 DOUBLE IMAX AND SPAGHETTI FACTORY FRIDAY MARCH 20, 2020 “ ONE WORLD “ CONCERT AT MCPHERSON THEATRE SATURDAY APRIL 04, 2020 “ LEGALLY BLONDE “ THE MUSICAL AT MCPHERSON THEATRE AND CHINESE BUFFET THURSDAY MAY 21, 2020 MILNER GARDENS AND HIGH TEA
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PICK UP IN DUNCAN, CHEMAINUS AND SOME AT VALLEYVIEW
For Info Call Corry Salmen 250-701-0965
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We Service What We Sell 460 WHISTLER ST. 748-4368 OPEN 8-5 MON.-SAT.