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Friday, May 23, 2014

Peter W. RuslandNews Leader Pictorial

On stage, all went smoothly.

Little girls in tutus, big girls in pointe shoes; hip-

hop crews and solo routines; tap-dancing work by dozens of Barre None Dance Studio students — each � owed across the T. Gil Bunch stage in seam-less fashion.

Their May 10 presentation, called Breathe With Me, kicked off the valley’s traditional month of year-end dance recitals.

Given the range of ages and experience on stage, a ner-vous, attentive packed house — including company owner Kelli McLeod, her instructors, their pupils, family and friends — should have expected some stage glitches. But act after act moved like a Swiss watch during the big night. Perhaps that was not surprising, given the troupe’s commitment to months of disciplined rehearsal at home, and in the studio.

“Not being ready? That’s not an option,” Caitlin Bruce stated during a busy May 7 dress rehearsal.

So it � gured precious few � ubs were reported by the super-critical insiders when their recital wrapped, despite some close calls.

“I thought I was going to mess up in my attack dance, but I didn’t,” commented Kathleen Hyde-Lay.

“My costume got caught in my (hair) beret,” stated

Makayla Roberts.more on page 13

Paige gets fi ve months for leaving the scene of 2012 traffi c fatalityPeter W. RuslandNews Leader Pictorial

Lorna Paige has been sentenced to � ve months in jail and given a one-year driving ban for leaving the scene of the April 1, 2012 hit-and-run that killed Daniel Hopkins

Paige told police the day after the incident that she was the one who ran Hopkins over and expressed shock upon being told he had died.

The facts of the case demanded a six- to nine-month jail sentence according to Crown lawyer Scott Van Alstine.

But the lawyer for Paige, the Duncan woman who pleaded guilty to a charge of failing to stop at an accident scene involving death in this case, argued a conditional sentence would be more appropriate.

Scott Sheets cited Paige’s lack of any criminal record, her community standing as a longhouse dancer and VIU student, and her remorse for her crime upon reporting to the police station the morning of April 2. He noted the accident scene was dark and Hopkins was wearing dark clothing on the night he was struck.

Autopsy reports also indicate Hopkins was intoxicated by about three times the legal limit, and may have been staggering on Boys Road when he was hit.

Van Alstine, meanwhile, cited case law sup-porting his position, and also requested a period of probation, and the one-year driving suspension for Paige, who is ending an earlier two-year road ban.

“This is a very serious offence involving the loss of life of a young man,” he said. “Mr. Hopkins was left alone in the dark of night. He could have been hit by another vehicle.”

Mounties found Hopkins, 17, at about 5:30 a.m., seriously injured on Boys, just past the old Silver Park Chinese restaurant and trailer park — about 150 yards from where Boys intersects with the Island Highway. He was taken to Victo-ria General Hospital and placed on life support, but died at about 8 p.m. from head trauma.

The court heard Paige, then 24, had been drinking at a house party, then travelled west in her Chevy Blazer on Boys Road. She presented at the police station the next morning.

Sheets stressed no measurable impairment was available and Paige made no admission of alcohol having any effect on her ability to oper-ate her SUV.

“Her crime is leaving the scene. We’re not sentencing her for causing this young man’s death,” Sheets said.

Peter W. RuslandKelli McLeod (in the BN shirt at right) and her team lead a fl ock of Barre None dancers through preparation and rehearsals for their recent year-end show Breathe With Me at the T. Gil Bunch Centre in Mill Bay.

“Not being ready? That’s not an option.”Caitlin Bruce

For the love of dance

the troupe’s commitment to months of disciplined rehearsal at home, and in the studio.

“Not being ready? That’s not an option,” Caitlin Bruce stated during a busy May 7 dress rehearsal.

So it � gured precious few � ubs were reported by the super-critical insiders when their recital wrapped, despite some close calls.

“I thought I was going to mess up in my attack dance, but I didn’t,” commented Kathleen Hyde-Lay.

in my (hair) beret,” stated Makayla Roberts.

Let’s dance: get behind the scenes as teachers, parents and students pre-pare for the grand fi nale

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Owners of a dog shot by an unknown person Sun-day, near

Cobble Hill, are mourn-ing their pet’s death while police seek tips about the culprit.

Dean and Mary Cramb, and Shawnigan Lake RCMP, are puzzled about why someone would shoot the pet.

Sgt. Dave MacKenzie said a single shot passed through the dog.

The gun’s type and calibre were uncon� rmed at deadline Thursday, as were reasons for the shooting.

“On the morning of Sunday, May 18, Shawnigan Lake RCMP were made aware of a small dog being shot in the Carlton Drive area of Cobble Hill,” a release from Const. Jordan Luscombe reads.

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Chemainus’ Echo Heights is just one more council reading away from seeing 91% of the publicly owned forest preserved as parkland.

North Cowichan passed second and third readings Wednesday, with develop-ment-minded Councillor John Koury the lone objector.

Mayor Jon Lefebure said he gained recent support from Chemainus Chamber of Com-merce toward his 91% solution to the thorny question of Echo Heights’ future that has split his community for some eight years.

“I’m extremely happy to have gotten a 6-1 vote,” he said of fourth reading expected June 4. “This is great news for our community —

now we have a chance to heal.”Koury insisted council support its earlier

plan to preserve 80% of the 52-acre property — which the vocal Chemainus Residents’ As-sociation wanted completely saved.

He was frustrated council could lose a potential $1.5 million in lost revenues from selling just 17 Echo Heights lots for green housing — not 40-plus lots under the 80% plan.

The 80% bylaw still must be rescinded, with Koury vowing to underline its virtues.

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“I have ideas, and if I run for of� ce, you’ll see them. We need a construction boom in North Cowichan; we need customers.”

Koury claimed Lefebure’s plan for saving 91% of Echo Heights was created purely for political reasons.

“The mayor created enough chaos around the table to get this (bylaw) done.”

Lefebure called Koury’s claims “bizarre.”

“I’ve never heard anything so ridiculous. This is all about Echo Heights. We’re a serious council dealing with a serious issue.”

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“The question now is what services do we cut, and how many more taxes do we need to raise to compensate for $1.5 million?”

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The war of words is turn-ing into a war of action between B.C. teachers and the provincial gov-ernment, as Cowichan

students prepare to take Thursday, May 29, off from school.

The B.C. government fired a shot Wednesday that increased the ten-sion: 10% of teachers’ wages would be clawed back coinciding with the beginning of the rotating strikes being launched Monday around the province.

The government also announced a series of partial and full lockouts starting Monday where teachers would be forbidden to be at school more than 45 minutes before or after class time and forbidden from working during recess and lunch-time. In addition, all secondary teachers will be locked out June 25 and 26, and both elementary and secondary teachers on June 27.

“It kind of came as quite the shock,’’ said Cowichan District Teachers’ Association president Naomi Nilsson. “Clearly, the people who drafted it, they’re not teachers.’’

The 45-minute conditions at either end of the day and not utiliz-ing lunch would mean “we can’t possibly do report cards in that time

in addition to prepping for classes,’’ said Nilsson.

B.C. Teachers’ Federation president Jim Iker held a news conference Thursday morning to denounce the actions. He noted the stop-work order would disrupt after-hours activities such as gradu-ation ceremonies which the union sought to protect in the early stages of strike action.

“No more calls to parents, no more emails home, it all comes to an end because of the lockout,’’ said Iker.

“At this point, we’re hoping they definitely reconsider this,’’ said Nils-son. “It’s unworkable as it is.’’

B.C. Public School Employ-ers’ Association chief negotiator Peter Cameron said Thursday the lockout terms match existing union work hour restrictions and do not interfere with voluntary activity.

Teachers can choose not to contact parents or take part in graduation, but the lockout doesn’t prevent that and there is no pay to cut for such volunteer activities, Cameron said.

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“We sincerely hope that this dis-pute will be concluded quickly and that normal school operations will resume as soon as possible.’’

The Cowichan Valley Regional District was quick to jump in, offer-ing a solution to parents with day care needs.

The CVRD’s Recreation and Culture Department has organized day camps for children on Thursday at the Island Savings and Kerry Park Recreation Centres. The camps for kids six to 12 will include games, activities, crafts and swimming.

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Don Bodger/fileStudents in Sunrise Waldorf Grade 4 teacher Lisa Hitch’s class are anxious to answer a question earlier this year. They and other private school students will continue classes as usual next week while those in the public system will deal with a one-day walkout.

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The Cowichan Val-ley Regional District remains behind the Island Corridor Foun-dation despite doubt

expressed in many corners about last month’s announcement of a deal paving the way for the return of Vancouver Island passenger rail service.

In Nanaimo, they aren’t so sure.The Regional District of Nanai-

mo has passed a non-confidence motion in the Island Corridor Foundation — the partnership of First Nations, municipalities and regional districts that own the former E&N and Canadian Pacific lines.

The RDN is arranging a meeting with its ICF partners to discuss the organization’s future and gain support for a task force of railway experts to help reinvigorate the Island Corridor Foundation, its motion reads.

The task force would provide a third-party, independent review of whether ICF’s estimated $20 million is an accurate price for track and infrastructure fixes. The purse would engineer fall upgrades

toward restarting passenger service sidelined in spring 2011, due to unsafe tracks.

Resurrection of island passenger-train service seemed full steam ahead to start next year, in the wake of a deal finally being an-nounced between track opera-tors Southern Rail and Via Rail. Controversy resulted after Via said the deal was not yet signed.

Signatures from funding partners Southern Rail, five island regional districts, plus Victoria and Ottawa were expected this spring, accord-ing to Rob Hutchins, chairman of the Cowichan Valley Regional

District“Hopefully, we’re crossing the

last hurdle,” he said, optimistic of all signatures being inked soon.

CVRD taxpayers have agreed to toss $488,000 into line repairs, Hutchins said, noting $244,000 is in the bank — with another $122,000 budgeted this year.

“The goal is, when all the agree-ments are signed, to have repairs start in October, and by August 2015 for passenger service to com-mence,” Hutchins said .

ICF executive director Graham Bruce, however, declined to specu-late when passenger service would be back on track.

“I won’t go there. There are so many unknowns. If I could just get them all in one room ...” he said of continuing wrangling to get respective stakeholder brass to put pen to paper.

There’s also a tentative agree-ment between Southern Rail and Via Rail to run the passenger service, Bruce noted.

“There is $20.9 million in track and bridge infrastructure funding from the federal and provincial governments, and five regional districts, Southern Rail and the ICF.

“Those improvements would allow for 10 years of passenger rail services.

“We’ve got a full schedule of works that will allow for the improvements to be undertaken starting in late fall.”

— with a file from Karl Yu

Nanaimo loses confidence in rail revivalCVRD still behind the proj-ect: optimistic recent fund-ing announcement will lead to renewed service

Andrew Leong/fileThe Regional District of Nanaimo has ex-pressed a lack of confidence in the Island Corridor Foundation, the group tasked with bringing passenger rail service back to Vancouver Island.


Patrick HrushowyNews Leader Pictorial

In politics, the facts don’t matter; and the facts are not likely to matter when Duncan residents vote this fall in a referendum on whether to study the possibility of amalgamating with

North Cowichan.Consider for a

moment that most everything we tend to think of as facts are just agreements to call something by a certain name.

For instance, if you are reading this on the day it was published it would be what we call Friday. There is no intrinsic truth (or fact) underlying this day

being called Friday — it is simply a long-held custom to break a solar year into day/night cycles called days, and days in weeks and then into months that don’t line up with weeks. This is a convenience so that we can agree easily about the timing of something occurring in the future or the past.

In politics, at its simplest level, people collect around shared ideas and values for what is “good and right.” Policy wonks like this as it gives them a chance to formulate government policy to implement these “good and right” ideas. The rest of us will migrate toward the political organizations or individuals who best represent what we each think of as “good and right” when it comes to supporting or opposing something in the political process.

Again, for convenience, we have developed names to categorize broad ranges of political ideas. We have progressives and conserva-tives, or some variation and combination of the two. Depending on how serious you take

your politics, these names are also shorthand for “good guys” or “bad guys”.

Now, lots of people need “proof” that political ideas being professed by politicians are actu-ally “good and right.” This is where “facts” begin to enter the discourse — somebody’s word for it is insuf� cient.

In practice, and in politics, so-called “facts” either reinforce and justify the belief system held by politicians and their activist follow-ers, or are labelled as corrupt and bought-and-paid-for by an interest group.

Presumably, if a majority of Duncan voters want to study amalgamation, an expert consultant will be hired to consider and identify the rami� cations of the city joining its much larger neighbour. These will become the “facts” that will be presented to Duncan residents at some future date and, again presumably, Duncan city council will decide if the matter should be put to voters

again — this time to ask if amalgamation should proceed.

Voters may say “No” to any study and that will be the end of the matter for a long time. I suggest a ‘No’ vote will not be based on “facts” but rather on all kinds of intangible fears about change.

It will be interesting to see who fans these inevitable fears and who tries to focus on a vision of the bene� ts of two communities coming together in a co-operative manner.

I’ve a got a sneaking suspicion Duncan residents who are interested enough in this issue have already made up their minds and will vote accordingly — no matter what “facts” are presented to them.Patrick Hrushowy is a Cowichan writer and political consultant. Email him at [email protected]

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Ultimately, the ‘facts’ won’t change many minds

The case forRestricted employment, bans on prop-

erty ownership, no right to vote — these were just some of the injustices infl icted on Chinese pioneers in Cowichan and across B.C.

An apology from the province was way past due.

Good on Christy Clark for fi nally show-ing the leadership to deliver it. Now we need to just make sure it never happens again.

Seeing both sides of: B.C.’s apology to the ChineseSeeing both sides of: B.C.’s apology to the ChineseThe case againstExcuse us for being cynical.But the timing of Clark’s apology is

suspicious at best.This is a premier who is eager for

better economic ties to the Chinese monolith to the east, and desperate to court the favour of B.C.’s large block of Chinese-Canadian voters.

Serious wrongs were made that should be corrected through better education, not self-serving words.Premier Christy Clark thanks Chinese-Canadian veter-

ans in a recent ceremony.

“In politics, so-called facts ei-ther reinforce or justify the belief system.”Hrushowy

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Teacher’s dispute will get worse before betterLabour strife: Battle over control of public educa-tion is not going to be pretty

You knew it was coming. The signs have been clear ever since the court ruled in favour of the teachers last year in a battle reaching all the way back to legislation passed in 2002.

Armageddon is inevitable in the world of B.C. public education.

You can delve deep into the platform of either side. You can diligently study the rhetoric.

But all you really need to know is the provincial government and the B.C. Teachers’ Federation have radically different views of how our public education system should be run.

And this is less about creating a fair contract and more about a pitched battle for control of how our children are taught.

We fully expect this to escalate with increased rotating strike action and

frustrations continuing to rise. We expect it to come to roost in September with a full-scale strike or lockout. And, when it � nally ends, we expect the kids to return to classrooms led by a demoralized and angry group of educators.

Get ready. It’s coming.***

You plan and you research and you check and you proof. And you put in place systems designed to catch all your mis-steps. Still, despite all that work, you make mistakes.

In our business, those mistakes sometimes end up on the front page of the newspaper. On Wednesday that is exactly what hap-pened, when our headline blared school will be out Tuesday, when the story immediately below said — accurately — that the teachers’ walkout will happen here Thursday.

And Thursday, not Tuesday, is indeed when it will happen.Our apologies for the error and any confusion it caused.

We say:Full-scale strike or lockout seems inevitable


We need government help to recycle old boatsDear editor

Re: the sinking of the Beaver. While I am all for being able to register a mooring buoy under current rules, we have to recognize we have a problem on our hands. There are plenty of neglected boats on moorings in our bays and anchoring areas. From time to time, these vessels sink due to a lack of basic care. This means when I come to anchor my retired troller in the bay, the chances of my anchor fouling one of these wrecks is increased. The chances of the next fellow placing his properly registered mooring next to one of these wrecks and then fouling his lines is also increased. It’s going to get to the point that our anchoring area will become less usable due to all the stuff that’s out there but out of sight.

We need a place (or places) where boat owners who wish to dispose of unwanted vessels can simply take them for recycling. The coast guard needs to get involved in making this easy. The province needs to assist with funding, at least in the begin-ning. We do it with cars, trucks, hot water tanks, old furnaces, and even mattresses. We need to learn to recycle boats too, even just to keep them out of the environment at the end of their lifespan.Erik de Vriescomments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com

Let’s not throw boaters out with the derelict bathwaterDear editor

It sounds like the Beaver was

scuttled to bring an issue to Ot-tawa. It’s happened before. Any derelict-boat legislation brought in by the current federal govern-ment is sure to be open to abuse. While the Beaver is an extreme case, on the other end, the poten-tial to put hardship on legitimate recreational vessels is huge.

Who is going to pay for this re-moval of “blight” in anchorages? I think this garbage of putting it all on the Canadian Coast Guard, without proper funding is nothing short of foolish. Coast Guard staff has gone through a massive second round of budget cuts, and massive layoffs. Legitimate recreational boaters will surely be given undue hardship as well. Let’s not drop the Cowichan Bay boating community out with the bathwater.Danny Borthwick, Salt Spring Islandcomments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com

Echo Heights fl ip-fl ops a disservice to ChemainusDear editor

Will these Echo Heights � ip-

� ops by North Cowichan Mayor Jon Lefebure and his faithful band of followers — Councillors Marsh, Lines and Hartmann — never end? From 50% to 20% now down to 9%! What a stunning lack of leadership and vision on their part for North Cowichan! Many projects slated for Chemainus and backed by the majority of us here will either be delayed or never see the light of day because of lack of funding. Reed Elley, Chemainuscomments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com

At least someone is listening to ChemainusDear editor

It sounds as if Reed Elley and his faithful band of followers are having dif� culty accepting the overwhelming majority of Che-mainus residents want the Echo Heights preserved intact. Mayor Jon Lefebure has shown leader-ship. The most recent proposed compromise is supported by the Chemainus Residents Associa-tion. That in itself is a break-

through. Richard Hughes, Cobble Hillcomments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com

North Cowichan should not compete with developersDear editor

My wife recently noted, “If I had a nickel for every half-built and left-to-languish development here, well, at least there are some nice abandoned roads for me to cycle on.”

Our region is littered with the detritus of partially completed housing developments. Housing prices in the region have now been stagnant for � ve years. All the Echo Heights proposals — even the most recent “smaller” one

— would represent a signi� cant portion of the region’s real estate turnover. This means they would put negative pressure on housing prices across the region, which is the exact opposite of what home-owners (not to mention existing developers) need or want.

The current proposals are in effect a backdoor tax on the region’s residents. This is not � scally respon-sible, and the entire scheme needs to be reconsidered on those grounds. Damir WallenerCowichan

Let’s give these urban wolves a fi ghting chanceDear editor

I wish to join the growing chorus of anger over the killing of the lone wolf near Mill Bay. I realize it was the cheapest and easiest way to trap and then kill the animal. However, surely it could have been relocated where it may have had a chance of survival.

In many jurisdictions, whether it be east, central or south Africa, and closer to home, the park service in Alberta, they capture and release animals with known success. In the African context, a pride of lions — which has similar societal behaviour to a pack of wolves — may adopt a solitary young lion or lioness into its pride. At least give a lone wolf a chance to survive on its own, be adopted into another pack, or even form its own incipient pack.

With the encroaching human settlements, these events are bound to continue occurring and I would hate to see conservation of� cers continue to kill what little remain-ing wildlife we have on Vancouver Island, whether it be bears, deer, eagles, or Roosevelt elk.Alex MathesonCobble Hill

YOUR TURN “I pay taxes and expect sick people in my community

to receive the care they need, when needed. When I heard of this case, I thought, ‘What if that was me?’ I appreciated the Lions Club stepping in.”

Heather Fisher, Duncan

What do think of Victoria denying $7,000 for a local woman’s doctor-urged insulin pump?

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

‘”It’s ridiculous having to depend on charitable organi-zations for basic medical care. B.C. is the only province where we pay premiums for basic health care, then it was declined!”

Roger Jackson, Mill Bay

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1923: birdsCowichan poultry breeder Mr. R.

W. Tull was in the running to show his Leghorns at the upcoming Empire Exhibition at Wembley, England after his birds’ selection to represent B.C. in the fi nal selection in Ottawa.DATELINE: COWICHAN

1923: schoolsWith no room for new primary

students entering the system, Duncan Consolidated school board decided to ask the community to approve con-struction of a four-roomed school to be built on fi ve lots across Cairnsmore Road from Duncan High School.

1923: ballsClaudia Hamilton as a Chinese

girl, Dicky Day and Betty Young as Adam and Eve and Betty Dunne as a swallowtail butterfl y were among the 180 children who attended the King’s Daughters’ Hospital annual fancy dress ball held in the Agricultural Hall.by Ann Andersen

Pictures of the PastGailene Branting of Lake Cowichan shared this old postcard of Maple Bay she discovered in a collection of photos. Date of the picture is unknown.—We want your historical photos of Cowichan people and places. Email a high resolution jpeg along with your phone number and a brief explanation to

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Duncan looks to build campsite by the riverDateline 1923: Issue was $250 needed to build itAnn AndersenNews Leader Pictorial

Attracting tourists to the Cowichan Valley has been a long-standing mission for councils and business people alike.

And in May 1925, Duncan Board of Trade was looking at projects to improve tourism. They decided

to lease Indian land (sic) to provide a new and permanent tourist camp site at a spot on the Cowichan River next to the property of Mr. F. H. Price, York Road, off Trunk Road, Duncan.

An acre of land could be obtained for $35 a year on a � ve-year lease, reported tourism committee member W. T. McCuish. It was an ideal spot and city water and electric light were available close by, he said. The only snag: raising $250 to prepare the site.

The committee’s McCuish, F. G. Aldersey and S. R. Kirkham reported some success in their canvass for funds. Many busi-nessmen who had balked at spending money on a site in the Agricultural Grounds would give towards a permanent site over which the board would have no control, they reported.

However, some members felt the City of Duncan should step up and help with the costs. Without the support of the city and municipality, it would be impossible for the board to carry on, remarked H. T. Reed.


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Something’s clicking for the community’s annual Walk of the Nations cultural celebra-tion.

That’s evident in the 1,000 or so people who participated last year.

It’s also what organizers are hoping will continue as they move forward with the seventh edition taking place May 31.

“Our community has a rich culture. We hope the walk will create a community filled with understand-ing, acceptance, respect and compassion,” said chair-woman and walk committee founding member Jenn George in a media release.

What’s worked in previous years, is what organizers are sticking to this year.

“We invite everyone to come out carrying banners, flags or signs to support diversity, learn from each others cultures and celebrate together,” stated the media release.

“Last year’s school and community organizations drum carriers will be handing over the drums to a new school and organization where the drum will live until next year and youth and adults will learn some of its teachings.”

This year’s walk is co-hosted by Social Planning Cowichan, the Cowichan Intercultural Society and Hiiye’yuLelum (House of Friendship Society) and is organized by a enthusiastic and dedicated walk com-mittee.

The Walk of Nations was born from the 2008 North American Indigenous Games and is a celebration of culture and diversity.

Everyone is invited to attend and encouraged to wear traditional and cultural clothing.

Participants gather at Vancouver Island University’s

Cowichan Campus at 9:30 a.m. and walk together to Centennial Park for some good grub, music, and cultural entertainment from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Cowichan Community Kitchens is joining this year’s roster, with its members making pizza, fry bread, and other tasty treats at their cob oven at the park with Save On Foods staff serving to walk participants.

For more information, go to socialplanningco-wichan.org.

Cowichan prepares to walk the walk againSeventh annual event: Community asked to march in harmony and togetherness

Andrew Leong/fileCowichan residents parade along Duncan Street from the Vancou-ver Island University parking lot en route to the Si’em Lelum gym during last year’s Walk of the Nations.


Jim Roome, one of Cowichan’s best-known self-made men, maritime salts,

community captains, and no-nonsense wits, died peacefully at his beloved home, The Firs, on May 6 surrounded by his family.

He was 76.Roome, skipper of his

family’s restored vessel, Vigorous II, was born to prominent locals, Honor

(nee Taylor) and Ronald Roome, on Jan. 23, 1938.

North Cowichan’s Roome Road is named after Roome’s grandfa-ther.

“Jim’s life was one of constant learning. His depth and breadth of electrical, electronic, mechanical, marine, and other knowledge was staggering, and he loved to pass it along, especially to his grand-son Nicholas,” his family states.

His wife, Julie, noted Roome was “a bit of a

pack rat,” gathering use-ful stuff for his busy life on and off the water.

His keen sense of humour was mixed with acute observational prowess.

“Jim didn’t suffer fools gladly,” Julie said.

The 63-year member of the Maple Bay Yacht Club was active in the Coast Guard Auxiliary. Roome was also a mem-ber of the West Coast Workboat Association, and long-time of the International Retired Tug Association.

The former firefighter with Maple Bay Volun-teer Fire Department served as the hall’s chief between 1967 and 1968.

“Jim was instrumental in the fire hall’s earlier days,” noted Julie.

After Vancouver Vo-cational School, Roome worked for BC Tel in Vancouver, and for Fed-eral Electric on the DEW Line as an electronics tech/station chief.

Once home from the DEW Line, he settled permanently in Duncan as owner and operator of Hamilton Electric Ltd.

The Duncan Busi-ness Improvement Area member was also active with North Cowichan’s business community, and a strong advocate for his tenants and downtown merchants.

He also served on North Cowichan council in 1970 and 1971, and chaired the United Way campaign.

In lieu of flowers, the Roome family requests considering donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, or the Cowichan Hospital Foundation, in his name.

A memorial open house will be held at The Firs, 6263 Lakes Rd., Duncan, on Saturday, May 31 from 1 to 4 p.m.

“This will be a relaxed and informal gathering to share memories and stories, to which anyone who knew Jim is wel-come,” his family writes.

“There will be no formal speeches or “foofaraw” as per Jim’s request. He wanted us to celebrate his life more than mourn his passing, and for old friends to reconnect once more.”

Cowichan region remembers Jim RoomeObituary:Prominent businessman noted for his wit and his love of the ocean

courtesy Roome familyJim Roome will be remembered at a May 31 gathering.


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GABRIELLEGabrielle, a young woman with Williams syndrome, has a contagious joie de vivre and an exceptional musical gift. When she falls in love with a similarly challenged young man, she confronts society’s prejudices and her own limitations in the hope of experiencing a love far from the “ordinary”. 2014 Oscar nominee for Best Foreign Language Film. French with English subtitles. RATED R

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“It was all fast (costume) changes, but it was fun,” noted Jaiden Dorio.

But tired dancer Kristina Roberts captured the backstage consensus.

“I’m so proud of everyone,” she said. “Everyone I’ve talked to said it was one of their best shows.”

Barre None’s fun-based philosophy — evident during hours of special access granted the News Leader Pictorial — takes some credit for the night’s good vibes.But the � awless � nale came courtesy of hard-work, focussed on perfection, by McLeod’s dance clan.

“It’s a great experience for everyone involved,” she said. “We’re not just a dance studio, but a family.”

Divorcing stress from dress rehearsals helped stoke stu-dents’ con� dence.

Dancers arranged a conveyor belt of costumes in dressing rooms, or applied makeup and lipstick; others were on stage getting tips from McLeod. Teachers led students into seats, or to the wings to enter next. Out in the green room, parents were busy with babies or registration work.

“Until helping backstage, I didn’t realize how much

timing is important, said Alex Thomas.

So was makeup to dancer Kenzie Stevens, 5.

“It was interesting putting makeup on a � ve-year-old girl and seeing her turn into a ballerina princess,” said mom Kirsten Johnston.

Character is crucial to McLeod.

“My goal is to have dancers really want to be on stage, and to learn.”

Learning by leaping into les-sons was the pay-off for Leticia Roberts, mother of Kristina and Makayla.

“We spend about $2,000 a year on dance, but it’s worth it. We just think it’s an investment in their future.

“Dance keeps my daughters physically and mentally active,” she said. “Interacting with people will generally help them in life; it gets them off their iPhones and computers.”

She said participating in the arts also raises her daughters’ school grades and builds their self-con� -dence.

“I’m always amazed seeing them on stage; they just work so hard.”

Jazz and hip-hop dancer

Makayla, 13, agreed.“If you don’t go full out

practising at home, it’s much harder to go full out on stage,” she said of routine grooming in the family’s dining room.

That’s where Kristina, 16 — pursuing ballet, jazz, hip-hop, modern, and musical theatre — helps Makalya, and herself, master moves.

“I make lists of all my cos-tumes, and look at the order of all my dances — then I listen to the music over and over so I feel more prepared.”

Readying routines for the spring recital starts in Septem-ber; loa� ng isn’t an option.

“If you’re not ready come show time, you’ll probably get on stage, freak out, and forget your dance,” Kristina said.

Bruce — 15 and studying ballet, contemporary and

jazz — said recital dancers are often backstage batting butter� ies before going on.

“You breathe to get through,” she said.

Like the Roberts sisters, Bruce hones her moves at home.

“I use my iPod and run it through in my head. Every-one screws up once in awhile, but you don’t stop; you keep going.”

Dancing solo is a different pressure cooker, she indicated.

“I’m the only one on stage, but I love the stage — I think about nothing out there but the music.”

So do twins Darby and Sidney Peterson, 16, balancing ballet and contemporary work.

“You think all year about perfecting your dances,” said Sidney. “I like music and dance, and they go together — and it’s good exercise.”

“You have to work hard, love it, and want it to look good at the end,” noted Darby.

Teacher Trista Tosh (jazz, contemporary, technique) hoped her students keep that attitude to foil performance fear.

“For some kids, it’s ‘Dance is my life’; for others ‘It’s not my � rst priority.’ You have to let them know we’re here for the same reason. It’s about working as as group to get a beautiful end result.”

Hip-hop instructor Dani Wilder agreed.

“If you drill students too hard, they shut down. I’m stern when I need to be; if you work hard, it all comes together.”

That happened for Han-nah Gallacher during various numbers during Breathe.

“Each time you do (routine), you get more used to it,” she said, decompressing backstage.

“I’m still running on adren-alin.”

John McKinleyNews Leader Pictorial

A group of emerging artists had their talent groomed and their progress

recognized during April’s Aboriginal Film and Arts Festival in Duncan.

The second edition of the April 25 Youth Voice Awards Night — created by Cari Burdett, Director of Lila Music Centre — cel-ebrated the progress of its youthful participants under the watchful eyes of a panel of arts professionals.

“Awards are not focused on winners, instead focus is on mentorship, opportuni-ties, and artistic develop-ment,” said Lila’s Lara Nowlan. “Exciting night for these talented youth as they gain experiences and op-portunities that assist them in developing their art.”

A panel of local profes-sionals (local singer/song-writer Genevieve Charbon-neau, local actor/director/teacher Michelle Tremblay, poet Wendy Robison and Burdett) judged audition performances on April 5.

“We all need help and encouragement in achieving our dreams,” Burdett said.

Winners included: Aidan Thorne (age 22), Glaucia Desrochers (28), Rachel Gonyea (25), Hanna Seinen (16), Jaqueel Stratton (15), Helene Daviau (17), Elena Zaf� no (13), and Jessie Johnson (25)

For a list of the prizes they won — all aimed at developing their talent — go to the entertainment tab at cowichannewsleader.com.

Student photo art on displayThe budding talents of the Brentwood College photography program

will be on display in downtown Duncan for the next two weeks.Vivid: a display of student work done under the guidance of instructor

Paul Fletcher will adorn the walls of Just Jake’s, downtown at 45 Craig Street, from May 26 until June 7.

An opening reception is scheduled for the public on May 27 from 5 to 7 p.m.SPOTLIGHT

Cameras and guitars back to backGot a comment or a story?email [email protected]

phone 250-746-4471Treats for the eyes and the ears will join the usual treats for the

tongue at the Old Firehouse Wine and Cocktail Bar next week.Photographer Paul Fletcher and singer Tamara Leigh join

forces May 30 for Back to Back, which combines her music with his art at 40 Ingram Street in downtown Duncan.

A reception for the photo exhibit runs from 5 to 8 p.m., before Leigh’s talents take centre stage until 10 p.m.

Program creates opportunities for local young talent

Next on the marqueeSteps Ahead Dance: Performing @ Home XI Fame, May 23, 7:30 p.m.;

May 24, 2:30 and 7:30 p.m.; T. Gil Bunch Theatre, $17.50, $14.50 students and seniors.

Celtic Rhythms: 2014 Showcase: Tradition Moving Forward; May 31, 7 p.m. Cowichan Theatre, $16, $14 students and seniors.

Carlson’s School of Dance: Film & Fantasy: Year-End Spectacular; June 12 and 13, 6:30 p.m.; June 14, 2 p.m. Cowichan Theatre. Contact the Cowichan Theatre for prices.

Adage Studio: Mary Poppins, June 21, 2 p.m., Cowichan Theatre. Contact the Cowichan Theatre for prices.

LT Dance Studio: The Beginning-Give Your All: new studio’s fi rst year-end recital at the Cowichan Theatre, June 29 at 2 p.m. Tickets $18, $10 for children 12 & under, free for those under three. Phone 250-661-1767.

Peter W. RuslandAll the preparation by Barre None dance stu-dents paid off with a successful May 10 per-formance in Mill Bay.

“We spend about $2,000

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Makayla, 13, agreed.

jazz — said recital dancers are often backstage batting butter� ies before going on.

All the preparation by Barre None dance stu-dents paid off with a successful May 10 per-formance in Mill Bay.

“You have to work hard, love

Pride evident backstage

Tickets: $15 Children 12 years and under: FreeTickets available from Volume One Books,

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Spring into Song

Ladysmith Kids’ Pirates DaySaturday, May 31 10 am - 4 pm

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Friday Community Bookfair: Fundraiser for Khowemun Elementary, 2 to 7 p.m., bake sale starting at 2 p.m., and barbecue hot dog

available by donation from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Reggae Night: with DJs Mika and Morgan, 8 p.m. at Duncan’s Old Firehouse Wine Bar. No cover.

Trace The Sky / Small Town Vil-lains / Of This Earth / The Window Lickers: Fundraiser for musicians

with stolen gear, 7 p.m., Duncan Showroom, 133 Station St., $12 advance, $15 door.

Saturday Streamkeepers Course: Two-day course to learn the skills required to evaluate, measure and monitor potential fi sh-bearing streams. To

register, contact the Cowichan Land Trust, phone 250-746-0227 or email to [email protected].

Boating Swap & Shop: 5147 Polkey Rd., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., tables $20 individuals / groups, $30 businesses.

“It’s Show Time!” with Encore! Women’s Choir: Christian Re-formed Church, 930 Trunk Rd., Duncan, 7:30 p.m. Advance tickets from members and 250-746-0847, adults $15, children under 12 $5 or $20 at the door.

Sylvan United Church Annual Car Boot-Jumble Sale & Spring Garden Fling: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., 985 Shawnigan-Mill Bay Rd., Mill Bay

The Sugar Beetles: perform at Hilary’s Cheese & Wine Bar, 7 p.m., 1737 Cowichan Bay Rd.

Cowichan Bay Spot Prawn Festival: Family fun and food from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Aboubacar Camara / Downtown Mischief: African funk, 8 p.m., Duncan Showroom, 133 Sta-tion St., Duncan. Tickets $15 advance, $20 at the door.

Sunday Jazz at the Crofton Hotel: Sue Newman with the Not Yet Quartet from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Crofton Hotel Pub, 1534 Joan Ave. Ad-mission $10. For information, call 250-324-2245.

Cowichan Bay Spot Prawn Festival: Family fun and food from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Jaclyn Childs: Young local singer/songwriter, 2 p.m., Duncan Showroom, 133 Station St., Dun-

can. Tickets $10 at the door.

MondayBike to Work Week: Join the

organizers for snacks, drinks and information at the Celebration Station, Power Lunch, 921 Canada Ave., 6:30 to 8:30 a.m.

Gals Who Write Songs: Female singer/songwriters, 8 p.m., Dun-can Showroom, 133 Station St., Duncan. Tickets $10 advance, $12 at the door.

Parkinson’s Support Group: Meetings 1 p.m. on the last Mon-day of each month at the Duncan United Church.

Chess Club: All ages and skill levels welcome, at the Cowichan Library, 6 to 8 p.m.

SLAA Meeting: Mondays, 7 p.m. Twelve-step recovery meeting for those wishing to recover from sex and love addiction. For more information, call 1-250-592-1916 or 250-748-1238.

Andrew Leong/� leCowichan residents will be hopping on their bikes all next week for the annual Bike to Work Week promotion. For more, go to biketoworkweek.ca/cowichan-valley.

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Weather forecastFriday: Periods of rain ending overnight, then

cloudy with a 40% chance of showers. Tem-perature steady near 13C.

Weekend: Cloudy. High 17C. Low: 10C. Monday: Cloudy with a 60% chance of show-

ers. High 15C. Low: 10C. courtesy Chris Carss

Newman joins Not Yet QuartetMulti-talented Saltspring Island songstress Sue Newman

will take to the stage in Crofton on Sunday in a one-off perfor-mance with the Cowichan Valley’s popular Not Yet Quartet.

Replacing the band’s regular vocalist, Dirk Ouellette, the effervescent Newman is expected to bring a ton of energy to the Crofton Hotel Pub, where she and her NYQ bandmates — keyboardist Dave Lieffertz, guitarist Preston Davies, bassist John Robertson and drummer Nick Jarvie — will explore jazz and blues standards and Broadway favourites.

The weekly jazz series runs every Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. at the pub, 1534 Joan Ave. in Crofton. Admission is $10. For information, call 250-324-2245.



Safety Tip:As high school seniors prepare for graduation, it’s important that parents make sure their teens are also planning for a side ride home after all of their festivities. Grads often treat themselves to limousine rides but make sure

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Restoring a rare Mustang to magnifi cenceEverybody remembers their first car but very few people hold onto that set of wheels long into adult life.Tsawwassen resident Laura Ballance still has her 1967 Ford Mustang T5 but it has not turned a tire in years and has fallen into a state of disrepair.The public relations executive’s passion for automo-biles began at an early age, growing up in a house-hold with a father who was very interested in cars and particularly the Ford marque. By age four, she already knew what a Ford Mustang was and, as she approached 16, she wanted to own and drive one.

“In the mid-80s my father and I started looking for

a Mustang to restore together and in 1986 I found a ‘67 Mustang in the local paper,” says Laura, the pres-ident of the Laura Ballance Media Group.“The next day, we went to Surrey to look at the ‘67 notchback

that was for sale for $600. My dad negotiat-ed it for $450

and we began working nights and weekends restoring it. My dad was not a body man or mechanic and was self-trained but was handy, so we figured it out as we went along. “I spent many hours passing tools to my dad as he worked on the car. It is some of the best hours of my life, true quality time with my dad. I official-ly received the car as a graduation present.” Laura drove the car throughout grade 11 and 12 and during her early years as a journalist.“Eventually I purchased a new car and my Mustang went into storage as old cars often do. I got married, had children and a 1967 Mustang wasn’t conducive to car seats and strollers. “The 50th anniversary of the Mustang coincides with my oldest daughter receiving her driving license in 2014, so for the past five years I’ve been looking for someone or a compa-ny to restore my Mustang.”One of her clients, Jason Heard, of the Vancouver Classic Car Show and Sale, recommended 360 Fabrication in Abbotsford. The boys at 360 are now working their magic on this rare car and Laura will

get her wish to parade the beauty at upcoming Mustang 50th anniversary celebrations.The car will have its grand unveiling at the Vancouver Collector Car Show and Auction at the Pacific National Exhibition grounds in June.Over the next few weeks, we will reveal that this is not just any Mustang (one of only 453 built in 1967) and walk you through its restoration pro-cess. One that is a daunting experience for many seasoned car collectors let alone a proud mother with a passion for her old car. The world of automo-tive restoration is fraught with prob-lems; the one that comes to mind is the final invoice. An old rule of thumb for the realists has been to get an estimate and then double or triple it!

We will see how this exciting project plays out between now and mid-June.

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drivewayHow to get noticed in Monte CarloMonte Carlo, Monaco: Everywhere you look, wealth abounds.The parking spaces in front of the Hotel de Paris and Casino Monte Carlo, Monaco, are filled with vehicles no less than $200K. Or should I say 200,000 Euros?I’m feeling a lot out of place.Ferraris, Maseratis, Bentleys, Porsches, Bugattis (yes plural) and other exotic vehicles seem to be a dime a dozen, as it were!Even the taxis are premium makes and models. The occasional “affordable” vehicle (like a 3 Series BMW or an Audi A5) manifests itself, but they already

know they won’t be getting the premiere parking spots in town.So how do you get noticed in an area where such opulent sheet metal resides?

A place where spending hundreds of thousands of dollars on a vehicle is the unwritten rule, and even that might not be enough for a second glance.The answer is simple: the 2015 Ducati Diavel.You can hear them coming from a mile away (sorry, 1.60934 kilometres if we are to be Continentally Correct).

The devilish Ducati, even with the stock exhaust – which is new for the 2015 model year - could easily conjure sinister thoughts. You’ll look around and try and figure out where the sound is coming from and why that it isn’t familiar. The low-note grumble and throaty belligerence characterizes the twin pipes that are both aggressive yet sublimely pleasing to the ears. Now imagine amplifying that sound by more than 30.A flock of Carbon White-trimmed Diavels set out to congregate in the main plaza of Monte Carlo. That’s where our press briefing would take place.

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An application has been received by the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch, form Mill Bay Marine Group Ltd., operating Bridgemans Bistro, located at 740 Handy Road, Mill Bay BC, to: Change to allow for patron participation entertainment ending at 12:00 midnight daily.The current licensed hours are between 9:00 to midnight, 7 days a week. There are no proposed changes to the capacity.Residents and owners of businesses located within 1/2 mile (0.8 km) radius of the proposed site may comment on this proposal by

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2006 FORD F150

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IAN TAIT Mechanical Services

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HECK, Dorothy Christina (nee Hankins)

Mum was born on November 23, 1926 in Edmonton, Alberta and passed away peacefully in the early hours of May 15, 2014. She leaves behind a daughter Glennice and a son Layne, as well as two much-loved grandchildren Lauren and Travis. Also other family members here, in Alberta and Saskatchewan and New Zealand...She was the fifth child and only girl born to William Hankins and Elizabeth Yule Hankins. Sadly,

her own mother passed away when she was still an infant and her father, being unable to cope with four boys and a baby girl agreed that she would be “fostered” by family friends, the Barnetts, who lived just down the hill... Mum spent her early years happily with this family and when her father remarried (to the eldest daughter of her foster family) she refused to leave the only family she had ever known...This early example of her “feistyness” was the first of many to come as all who knew her can attest to! So in reality, Mum had three families- her brothers and herself, her Barnett family and her seven half sisters from her father’s second marriage. She moved to Duncan in 1941 when she was 15 and it was here that she met and married a Saskatchewan farm boy turned army-auto mehcanic named Tommy Heck. At the time of his passing in 1998 they had been married for 53 years.Early in their marriage they bought the shell of a house on Dobson Rd.- finished it with the help of a $20 loan from the Credit Union- and lived there forever after... Their garden was legendary and the bounty from it not only supplied them with fruits and vegetables, but most of the neighbourhood as well... Mum sewed, darned, canned, baked, gardened and bowled with the Ladies Tuesday Night League, golfed in her later years, loved to play cards and always enjoyed her half a beer with Dad when he got home from work.We camped every summer with friends and family and went on trips to visit relatives in Alberta and Saskatchewan. Her favourite trip of all the the first one she and my Dad made to New Zealand with her brother and his wife to visit their sister Fae (oldest daughter of the 3rd family) and her family.She made the best home made bread I have ever tasted, the most amazing mustard pickles and taught me- among many other things- that it was important to iron your pillowcases AND sheets if company was coming! After my father passed away, she took over the role of “government critic”- lifelong NDPers, towards the end she wasn’t happy with any of them!Above all, she loved her home and after a stay in hospital 6 years ago decided she wanted a cat (we had always had dogs, never a cat!)- and so Tinkerbell came into her life. From that moment on all conversation revolved around her- a mutual admiration society for sure!Thank you to Dr. Ann Thompson for appreciating Mum for who she was, to the doctors, nurses and care aides at the hospital for making her last three days comfortable, to my dear friend Wendy who took care of her yard, to Ellen for taking care of the house and to those friends and family who have always kept in touch.Mum wasn’t a hugger or kisser and certainly didn’t say “I love you” easily, but in her own way loved each and every one of you... Rest easy Mum- Tink is being well-taken care of!There will be no service by request but if you wish to make a donation to the S.P.C.A. she would be pleased...

Stewart, Michelle (Dawn Michelle) passed away peacefully at Saanich Peninsula Hospital on Wednesday, May 14 at 7:40 p.m. at the age of 49. Michelle is survived by her loving partner,

Kirk Mason; Kirk’s children, Aaron Mason (Shannon, Aanji & Binaakwe) and Miranda Mason (Nathan & Aubrey) of Toronto, ON; Michelle’s parents, Elma and Garry Stewart of Duncan BC; her grandmother, Olive Stewart of Prince George, BC; her sister, Karen Flello (David, Liam & Andrew) of Victoria, BC; her brother, Murray Seguin (Winnipeg, MB); countless extended family members and friends; and her “two wee white dogs”, Samuel and Daisy, whom she loved so very much. Michelle was a unique and talented person – a brilliant writer, possessed of a keen intellect and wonderful sense of humour – who put her talents to use for many years as a radio newsperson and as Communications Director for the Ministry of Health. Michelle’s �inal days were spent in the loving environment of Saanich Peninsula Hospital’s Palliative Care Unit; special thanks to Michelle’s fabulous doctors, Leah Norgrove and Ambrose Marsh, the amazing nursing and support staff of the PCU, and the wonderful home care nurses and members of the PRT who allowed us to extend her time at home. A Celebration of Michelle’s Life will be held at St. Ann’s Academy, 835 Humboldt Street, on Saturday, May 31 at 2:00 p.m. Light refreshments to follow. �n lieu of �lowers, donations may be made to people’s charity of choice or to Victoria Hospice.

CLEAVER Robert VincentApril 5, 1922-May 10, 2014

We sadly announce the sudden passing of our Dad at home in Duncan May 10th.Predeceased by his wife Margaret, he leaves behind his son Robert Jr. Cleaver (Donna) Daughters Marjorie (Norm), Diana (Brad), Grandson Wade (Laurie), Granddaughters Kayla and Briana, Great Grandsons Liam and Evan and Great Granddaughter Rachel. Dad also leaves behind many long time friends and acquaintances whose hearts he touched throughout his life. A Celebration of Bob’s life will be held at the Eagles Hall, 2965 Jacobs Road, Duncan BC on Sunday, June 1, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. Online condolences may be offered at www.hwwallacecbc.com

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GILL, WayneSuddenly and unexpectedly on May 2, 2014 Wayne slipped into Heaven to join his parents, Cliff (2008), Darline (2011) and sister Sharon (1949). Wayne is survived by his wife, Carole; step children Shannon Wadsworth in Fort Lauderdale, FL, Nikol (Allan) Nekkers in Crofton, BC, Peter (Rachel) Robison in Lake Cowichan , BC, grandchildren; Dylan Ash and Jaxon Nekkers of Crofton, BC; siblings Don (Charlene) Gill of Vanskoy, SK, Gerry (Alice) Gill of Summerside, PEI, Diane (Ken) Evans of

Princeton, BC, Dorothy (Pat) Ryan of Brandon, MB; several nieces, nephews and his aunts Marion Maguire of Crofton BC and Fern Gill of Brandon, MB.Wayne’s passions were darts, camping and spending time with family and friends. He will be missed by his best friend and partner in crime Rick (Mary) Larder of Saint John, NB.Special thanks to Dr. Malherbe and the staff from the second floor at CDH.A Celebration of Life will be held at St. Johns Anglican Church, 163 First Street, Duncan, BC on Saturday May 31, 2014 at 1:30 PM. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorial donations may be made in Wayne’s memory to the Gizeh Shrine Transportation Fund, 3550 Wayburne Dr., Burnaby BC V5G 3K9. Online condolences may be made at www.hwwallacecbc.com

CARR, E. Wayne

Passed away at Cowichan District Hospital on May 18, 2014 from complications following surgery. Wayne was born March 16, 1946 in Victoria and spent his working life in Vancouver, Prince George and Campbell River before retiring in 2002. Following a massive stroke in 2007 he was cared for at home by his loving wife Barbara Leggett Carr. In spite of his disabilities Wayne and Barb enjoyed several cruises and he loved spending time with family and friends. Most of all he enjoyed the quiet times spent with Barb. Wayne was a quiet man who listened to everything. When he spoke we always paid attention to what he did say as it was frequently insightful and advice well taken. He enjoyed the outdoors, camping and fishing prior to his stroke. After retirement in 2002 Wayne and Barb moved to Nova Scotia where they restored several century homes. What an adventure! They returned to BC in 2005 and to Duncan following his stroke. Through his many health challenges he always remained positive and so grateful for Barb’s loving care.Wayne will be sadly missed by his wife, Barb, daughters Tania Hobson (Al), Powell River, Anita Jurick, Maple Ridge, and Barb’s children Talitha Soldera (Vince MacDonald), Duncan, and Adrian Soldera (Rhonda), Duncan, as well as grandchildren Erinn, Hanna, Kari, James, Jordan, Brittany and Danielle. Wayne is also survived by his mother Pearl Carr and sister Wende Smart (Michael) of Sydney, and brother Terry (Betty) of Courtney. Wayne was predeceased by his father Ted Carr (2008) and son-in-law Russ Jurick (2012).Wayne requested there be no funeral service. Instead there will be a private family gathering.

Funeral Services are announced for the late John Norman Gillespie of Mill Bay B.C.A Graveside Service will be held, Friday June 6th 2014 at 12:00 noon at Royal Oak Burial Park. A Memorial Tea will be held at the Howard Johnson Hotel & Suites 4670 Elk Lake Drive in the Elk Room at 1:00pm following the service.

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RICHMOND Joscelyn The love of our lives has passed away on May 20, 2014. Joscelyn was born in 1933 in Claresholm, Alberta. She grew up on a ranch with her parents and 5 siblings : Marjorie, Louise, Eleanor, Don and Norma.John caught her eye in Edmonton Alberta and knew she was the one. They were married a year later in 1955. In their first 20 years of marriage Joscelyn and John moved 8 times with the Hudson’s Bay Company with locations from Montreal to Victoria and had 3 kids: Greg (Joan), Cathy (John), and Pam (Doyle). At this point they decided to settle down. They chose the Cowichan Valley and have been in the same house for over 40 years with a great view of Maple Bay.As the kids grew up, Joscelyn became the Office Manager for a fledgling medical practice with Wolf Schamberger and Ferenc Nagy. Her third career was being a partner with John in the successful men’s wear store – John’s Place. Joscelyn was also a very active volunteer for many years with the Cowichan Valley office of the Canadian Cancer Society where she organized other volunteers, counted money, canvassed door to door and delivered thousands of daffodils to various businesses. She and John were avid travellers and went all over the world and saw Europe, the British Isles, Alaska, Antarctica, Bermuda, Cuba, the Caribbean, South America, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Malta, Africa, Russia, and circumnavigated the world. She was the proud grandma of 5 grandkids: Peter, Ryan, Warren, John and Jaclyn, and always included extra people as family including her former daughter in law Annemarie. She loved reading, dogs and cats, gardening, and spending time with family and friends.“ 59 years, – would you believe? – The best years I have ever had and mainly because of you. Our love goes on and on. All my love always + 10. Honest and True.”Mom always said “I may be little, but I’m tough”, and she was. Celebration of Life for Joscelyn – Afternoon TeaAt H. W. Wallace Cremation and Burial Centre, 5285 Polkey Rd2-4pm, Friday May 30th 2014Flowers gratefully declined, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society - Cowichan Valley Office (250 746-4134) would be appreciated. On line condolences atwww.hwwallacecbc.com


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Employment Opportunity:

CLERKDuncan Paving Company is seeking an individual with a recent business school diploma or similar experience to join our team and fill the position of Administrative Clerk.The successful candidate will be involved with a full range of office administration duties including accounts payable, accounts receivable, job costing and general office duties. Experience using spreadsheet, accounting software and general office equipment is required. Working knowledge of explorer Costing and/or Adagio accounting software would be a benefit.Duncan Paving has been an employer in the Cowichan Valley for over 50 years.Please forward your resume in confidence to Attention: Ken Wright before May 30, 2014 by:Email: [email protected]: (250) 748-3627Or mail: PO Box 815, Duncan, B.C. V9L 3Y2Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Baby WelcomePat Duncan, Mill Bay 748-6740 Chemainus & Crofton

Community Welcome David Duncan 746-4236Diana Chemainus 246-4463Pat Mill Bay 748-6740Robyn Lake Cowichan 749-3356

Website: www.welcomewagon.ca

Community & Baby Welcome:

Robyn Lake Cowichan 749-3356

If you are new to the Neighbourhood call one of these representatives for

your FREE Basket of Gifts.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTSCOMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

LEGALS

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE

WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT, COWICHAN

TOWING LTD. WILL SELL THE FOLLOWING:

-2008 Chevrolet HHR VIN#3GNCA33DX8S702932, Registered to Timo-thy Peter Donald Gray.

The sale will take place at 2809 Roberts Road, Duncan, B.C. on June 6, 2014. For offers and info call 250-474-7376.

HELP WANTED

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTSCOMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

LEGALS

NOTICE TO CREDITORS and Others: Notice is Hereby Giv-en that Creditors and others, having claims against the Es-tate of Elizabet Nemedy, for-merly of Duncan BC, De-ceased, are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned administrator, c/o Laszlo Nemedy, 1605 Grif-fi n Drive, Courtenay, BC V9N 8J7, on or before 19 June 2014, after which date the es-tate’s assets will be distribut-ed, having regard only to the claims that have been re-ceived. Laszlo Nemedy, Ad-ministrator.

HELP WANTED


LOST AND FOUND

LOST: COCKATIEL answers to Ducky, male, very tame (has particular fondness to the Andy Griffi th Show theme song or ‘pretty bird’) will land on your shoulder or extended arm. Left leg banded, #37. Mill Bay area, Huckleberry near Frayne Rd. Generous Re-ward. Call (250)743-4068.

DRIVERS/COURIER/TRUCKING

OWNER OPERATORSVan Kam’s Group of Compa-nies requires Highway line-haul Owner Operators based in our Nanaimo ter-minal for runs throughout central Vancouver Island.

We Offer AboveAverage Rates!

To join our team of profes-sional drivers please drop off a resume and current drivers abstract to:

1151 Milton,Nanaimo, BC V9R 4Z2Or Fax 604-587-9889

Van-Kam is committed toemployment equity and

environmental responsibility.We thank all applicants for

your interest, previous applicants need not apply.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

FOODSAFE AT Island Savings Centre, May 31st & June 28th courses 8:30-4:30 $70. 250-746-4154 www.saferfood.ca

INFORMATION

HELP WANTED

An Alberta Oilfi eld Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)723-5051.

CARDINO SHOESis looking for a

Sales Associate for a busy retail environ-

ment. Must be able to climb ladders, haul boxes and work weekends! Starting immediately.

Please apply in person with a resume to 165 Craig St,

or online at [email protected]

CROFTON FIRE DEPT. is actively seeking new members in the Crofton

Fire Protection Area, to start in September. Come to the fi re hall

7-9 pm Wednesdays and 9-11am, Sundays.

THE LEMARE GROUP is seeking a Junior Accountant to join our Finance team located in Port McNeill, BC. You must be well-rounded and hands on with at least two years ac-counting experience and the ability to work independently. Candidates will have excellent organizational and interper-sonal skills with the ability tocommunicate at all levels. At-tention to detail and a high lev-el of profi ciency with Excel are essential. This position will be best suited for a fl exible indi-vidual who is willing to assist with administrative and ac-counting duties as needed. Forestry experience will be considered an asset. Please forward your cover letter and resume to [email protected]

INFORMATION

HELP WANTED

Pacifi c Homes - Pacifi c Truss is looking for

Production Assemblers for their Cobble Hill Truss and

Wall plants. Under the direct supervision of the

Production Supervisor, they will be responsible for

building roof truss and wall assemblies. CSA Approved footwear and High School diploma or (GED) required.

Previous experience in carpentry/framing preferred

but will train the right candidates.

This position is subject to a Collective Agreement. Rate

of pay ranges from $14.00 to $21.45 per hour.

We thank all applicants in advance for applying; only

those candidates shortlisted for an interview will be

contacted.

To apply email: lorne.winship@

pacifi c-homes.comhttp://pacifi ctruss.com

http://pacifi c-homes.comNo phone calls please!

PIONEER HOUSE is now hir-ing 2 evening Line cooks whoare strong, capable cooks withprevious line cook experienceand have a positive attitude.Apply with resume to MatthewHamilton, 4675 TC Hwy, Dun-can, BC. or by email:[email protected]

The Lemare Group is accept-ing resumes for the followingpositions: Camp Cooks (RedSeal Chef an asset), CampBull cooks. Please send re-sumes by fax to 250-956-4888or email to offi [email protected]

WEST ARM GRILLNow hiring experiencedservers and line cooks.

Apply 2460 Renfrew Rd.Shawnigan Lake

250-743-2217

TRADES, TECHNICAL

HEAVY Duty Mechanics JM & Exp 2yr+ Apprentice to join ourteam, camp work on the West-coast of BC. Comp. wag-es/benefi ts. Email resume [email protected] Black Dia-mond Mechanical.

Manufacturing SupervisorAfternoon Shift

Pacifi c Energy, a manufac-turer of quality hearth prod-ucts, is seeking a talented individual to supervise its second shift operations.

Qualifi cations could include:

• Strong mechanical apti-tude possibly including welding and fabricating experience

• Excellent interpersonal and supervisory skills

• A team builder with the ability to motivate

• Problem solver

This is a long term full time role. Compensation will be commensurate with experi-ence and ability. The Com-pany pays 100% of the cost of a generous health bene-fi ts package as well as a matching RSP program.

Please forward your resume to the attention of

Chuck Richardson at chuck@pacifi cenergy.net

TRUCK MECHANICIsland Fibre Ltd requires a Truck Mechanic. Monday - Friday afternoon shift. Un-ion Rates and Benefi ts.

Apply by phone: 250-510-3322 /

250-701-5991or Email:offi ce@islandfi bre.ca

WWORK ANTED

HUSBAND FOR HIRE. Noth-ing but the best. Carpenter,plumber, painter, electrician,pressure washing. Just ask mywife! Call 250-746-4493 or250-709-1111

SKILLED SENIOR with big toolbox & small truck ready totake on odd jobs. Dependable,competent, affordable help ina hurry. 250-510-6383

IT’S A BOY!

Jaxon David James Johnson

“Heaven sent from up above, A little boy for us to love”

Jaxon was born on Wed. April 23rd 2014, and weighed9 lbs 3 oz. Proud parents are James & Erin Johnson & and

Big Brother Alex-Grandparents

Bill & Shannon Johnson and Dana & Marion Martin

Great Grandparents Dave & Marlene Johnston & Judith Martin. A special

thank you to Drs. Liston & Blackburn and all the nurses on the maternity ward.

Celebrations

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Friday, May 23, 201422 Cowichan News Leader PictorialA22 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial Fri, May 23, 2014

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

[email protected]

102-2515 Alexander St, Duncan $6251 BR apartment/2 apps/hot water incl 208-2515 Alexander St, Duncan $6501 BR apartment/2 apps/deck/hot water incl. 307-2515 Alexander St, Duncan $6501 BR apartment/2 apps/deck/hot water incl. 625 Walkem Rd, Ladysmith $6501 BR lower suite/2 apps/gas fp/hydro incl. 1630 Escarpment Way, Duncan $6951 BR lower suite/6 apps/heat & hydro incl. 214-2515 Alexander St, Duncan $7002 BR apartment/2 apps/deck/hot water incl. 301-2525 Dingwall St, Duncan $7352 BR ground floor condo/4 apps/sep. entry 360 Bundock Ave, Duncan $800-$8751 BR apartment/5 apps/senior friendly 12-8 White St, Ladysmith $995 2 BR 2 bth condo/6 apps/elec. fp/55+ bld 3-3208 Gibbins Rd, Duncan $1000 3 BR 1.5 bth townhouse/4 apps/fenced 5209 Hykawy Rd, Duncan $1095 3 BR 1.5 bth duplex/4 apps/bsmt/garage 212 4th Ave Extension, Ladysmith $1095 3 BR 2 bth home/5 apps/den/ocean view 1032 Islay St, Duncan $1100 2 BR home/5 apps/lg den/garage/lg yard 1287 Cherry Point Rd, Cow Bay $1295 2 BR rancher/6 apps/shed/sundeck 8054 Bertha St, Crofton $1395 3 BR 2 bth home/5 apps/den/fp/ocean view 8149 Elizabeth St, Crofton $1395 3 BR 2 bth uppr floor home/6 apps/garage 1152 Fern Ridge Dr, Mill Bay $1430 4 BR 3 bth home/6 apps/shed/dbl garage 1728 Pritchard Rd, Cowichan Bay $1695 4 BR 4 bth home/6 apps/den/fp/ocean view

For updated info please visit our website at: www.rowanproperty.ca

• Freshly Painted Hall• 300 Person Capacity• Large Kitchen Available• Wet Bar with Ice & Popguns• Centrally Located

Duncan Eagles 2965 Boys Rd.Call Dave with Questions 250-746-5611

Hall Rentals

PETS

PET CARE SERVICES

HUGGABLE Hounds pet grooming now offering PICK UP and DROP OFF for Lake Cowichan, Youbou and Dun-can area For appointment call 250-715-1084

OLYMPIC VIEWDOGGIE DAYCARE

• SMALL DOGS ONLY• IN HOME CARECompetitive Rates,

Daily Walks, Loving Home.

250-220-0659

PETS

English Springer Spaniels CKC Reg. Puppies

Champ lines, tails docked, vet checked, 1st shots,

guaranteed. Home raised, well socialized.

Ready May 30. $1,200. [email protected]

(250) 392-1440 Williams Lake

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

FREE ITEMS

FREE FAUX Leather couch, dark chocolate colour, 7’. You pick-up. (250)746-8277.

FREE UNDER the cabinet Maytag dishwasher, works. (250)246-1492.

FUEL/FIREWOOD

SEASONED fi rewood, 1 cord split & delivered. $200/cord. 250-701-1964.


FURNITURE

BRAND NEW MATTRESS: Queen Pillowtop set for sale. $200. 250-713-9680

MAROON LEATHER Love-seat, in new condition, pur-chased from Uncle Alberts. $500. Bed Chesterfi eld, $200 fi rm. Call (250)743-0489, Cob-ble Hill.

ROXTON, CANADIAN made lrg oval maple pedestal table, 65” plus leaf exc. cond. $1,025. Lrg chesterfi eld/love-seat/chair $1,000. Lrg Qn headboard & armoire, $600. Lrg computer desk $95. Offi ce chair $75. Recliner/rocker $250. All OBO. Call 250-746-0958

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

2 LOVELY end table lamps Bombay $100/pair. New em-bossing heat tool $25. As new Fiskars border punch $10. 250-746-1078.

Estate Sale: 2 ShopRider scooters, $2,200 & $800. 1 wheelchair $100. 748-5934

HERITAGE PAWN BARGAINS!

Digital Cameras $30, Golf clubs and cart $225, Line 6 Spider Valve 212 $649, Bose Cinemate Surround Systems, $375. 430 Whistler, Duncan, BC. Call 250-746-9810.heritagepawnbrokers.com

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

Raleigh bike $150. Stainless tool box $250. Upright Grand vintage piano $395. Call (250)245-0295.


MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

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

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED

WANTED CHILDREN’S army toys ages 6-12,+ K’nex’s. Duncan area. (250)748-4961.

REAL ESTATE

DUPLEX/4-PLEX

5887 STONEHAVEN Dr, 2050 sq ft, 2 bdrm + den + rec room heat pump, 5 appls, cen-tral vac, $364,500. near hospi-tal. Quality home at an af-fordable price. Call Gord (250)710-1947.

Both sides of legal duplex. Just steps to downtown, park and bus. Live in one side, rent the other. 2 BD, 1 BA each side. Large corner lot. Move-in ready. $259,900. 1-250-383-1500 Michelle Harrison,Cold-well Banker Slegg Realty.

FOR SALE BY OWNER

1250 SQFT house. 2 bdrm, large living room, kitchen with eating area and full bathroom on main fl oor. Full unfi nished basement with toilette and sink. 1 mile from Duncan. Please phone 250-746-5558.

BEAUTIFULLY MAINTAINED 1 bdrm park model home in Chemainus Gardens. One of the best lots in the Park. Pets ok. $89,600. (250)416-5278.

LADYSMITH: SEMI-OCEAN front, view, treed 6.5 acres. 3 B/R, 2 level updated, 2,600 sq.ft 425,000. (250)245-8950

HOUSES FOR SALE

MAPLE BAY: Stunning 5 BR Tuscan-style villa, rich in artis-tic design & detail. Overlook-ing Maple Bay & Salt Spring Island. Private, park-like set-ting. Fabulous terracing and Mediterranean gardens. www. thearthouseatmaplebay.com

LOTS

COMMERCIAL LOT C1 Downtown Duncan core 89 x 57ft $149,000. 250-247-7208

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

CENTRAL DUNCAN: Lovely 1 bdrm suite in seniors orient-ed building, heat included. NS/NP, $625. Please call Cory at 250-732-0342.

CENTRAL LOCATION, Bach, 1 & 2 bdrms, balcony, F/S, heat & hot water (1 bldg only), parking, pet considered, $550-$850/mo. Call 250-748-7764

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

COWICHAN BAY ARMS- 1 bdrm patio unit. June 1. $775 inclds utils & cover prkg. Can be Furnished. (250)245-0835.

LADYSMITH very close to downtown. Quiet, 1180 s.f. 2 baths, d/w, nice electric f/p, w/d, fenced, 2 dogs or cats al-lowed, town utilities included, $850/mo. avail. June 16. Call Catrina 250-245-5318

MAPLE GROVE APTS~

3271 Cowichan Lake Rd2 Bedroom apartments & 3 Bedroom Townhomes

*Heat & Hot water included*Family oriented*Clean & quiet

*Renovated units*Indoor Pets welcome

*Onsite Laundry Facilities

Call (250) 710-7515 to view

www.meicorproperty.com

Meicor PropertiesChemainus: Lockwood Villa. Well kept bldg, 1 bdrm $625 incl heat & hot water, available now. N/S, 1 small pet wel-come. 250-246-1033.

www.meicorproperties.com

Meicor PropertiesLadysmith: 1 bdrm $700/mo. Available now. Includes heat & hot water, small pets OK. 250-924-6966.

www.meicorproperties.com

SHAUGHNESSY ~ GARDENS ~

3251 Cowichan Lake Rd.Clean 1 & 2 bdrm units. Full size fridge, stove & dishwasher. Carpet & li-noleum, window cover-ings, fi replace. Quiet, well maintained bldg with elevator & sauna. Pet friendly. Close to schools & Hospitals.

CALL TO VIEW 250.710.7515 250.748.3412

www.meicorproperty.com

SPRINGRIDGE MANOR 1 bedroom suite in clean

quiet building close to Beverly Corners & University. $625 Includes heat & hot water.

Available Now!Call Harold (250)732-1839

RENTALS

APARTMENTS FURNISHED

DUNCAN (8 km north) Studio apt, furnished, on 8 acres. Laundry, satellite, heat, hydro. $575. N/S. (250)748-1310.

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

1802SQ FT COMMERCIAL SPACE

for lease, Highway frontage - just north of Duncan $5.50/sq ft +

proportionate share of common expenses.

Available Immediately 250-709-0576

COOMBS AUTO Mall- (Alber-nie Hwy) 1248sq ft, commer-cial/retail. $850+ utils & gst. Bob, 250-248-1072 or 250-752-3090.

COTTAGES

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

QUALICUM FURNISHED 1 bdrm - w/pull out sofa in living room on oceanfront. Avail June 1 - Aug 31. $1000/wk (6 nights). Call 250-752-5063

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

DUNCAN, Quiet 3 bdrm upper, 1.5 baths, 5 appl’s. Fenced yard. NS/NP. $1,175 incl’s util. May 1 250-709-8808

MISCELLANEOUS FOR RENT

MILL BAY: 1 bdrm fully furn. suite attached to care home. Would suit elderly person(s). Evening meal can be provided as well as some personal help if needed and or some super-vision for daily routines, (semi-independent). Starting at $1375 (nego). (250)701-1866

HOMES FOR RENT

3 bdrm Cobblehill home in-cludes cable & sat TV, inter-net, pool/hot tub use, fenced yard. $1650/mo, ref & proof of income required. Call 250-743-3693 no calls after 8pm pls

DUNCAN, 2 bdrm in town, 173 McKinstry Pl., Recent 100% reno, 4 appl’s. Gas FP, blinds, deck, patio, carport, shed. NS, NP. Avail June 1, one year lease. $1,125. 250-748-2424

DUNCAN: NEAR Hospital, mobile home for rent in quiet adult park. Pets ok, call for de-tails. $850. (250)246-8318.

Rowan Property Management Ltd.

Has a large selection of homes & apartments for rent

in the Cowichan Valley. Visit us at

www.rowanproperty.caor call (250)748-9090

OFFICE/RETAIL

700 sq.ft. newly reno’d offi ce space (2 offi ces with bright re-ception area), in modern build-ing, highway exposure in Duncan area. Avail immed. Call 1-250-658-4336.

DUNCAN: 1500 Sq ft, prime ground fl oor retail/offi ce space. Lrg windows, A/C, Station St. Avail. June. 250-715-6880.

DUNCAN- OFFICE/ Retail, downtown 950 sq.ft. ground fl oor, completely reno’d. Re-ception area, 3 offi ces. Avail now. Call 250-715-6880.

WATERFRONT RETAIL SPACES FOR RENT at Maple Bay Marina,

located on the perimeter of Duncan BC on Vancouver

Island. Rare opportunity in a prime location for marine

related business, recreation or boutique shop. Ample free customer parking. Units are

available immediately. For more information email:[email protected]

RV PADS

COBBLE HILL: Large, cov-ered, fully serviced RV parking lot. Year round parking on farm land. Call (250)743-4392

RENTALS

STORAGE

DUNCAN - STORAGE in se-cure private garage near CDH, approx 14 x 17 with shelving, plus space for small car. Available now. $125/mo. Call after 6 pm 250-748-8855

SUITES, LOWER

7 minutes north of Duncan. 1 Bdrm level entry. 2 acre property. Private drive & park-ing. Full kitchen, W/D, full bath. $750 incl heat/hydro. Small pet considered. Avail now, call: 250-746-6481.

DUNCAN- 2 BDRM+ den bsmt suite, 4.5 yrs old, all appls, beautifully decorated. Close to schools. $875 inclds hydro+ internet. N/S, sm pet? Avail June 1. Call (250)748-0017. 250-710-5768.

DUNCAN: 3 BR basement suite avail. immediately. 1 very large master BR, mid-sized 2nd BR and 1 smaller BR or offi ce/storage space. Open kitchen, dining and living fl oor-plan. A/C, W/D, F/S, & park-ing. Huge backyard w/ patio and access to walking trail. 3 min walk to bus route. Access to children’s park. Quiet com-munity. N/S, N/P, No parties. Newly painted/updated. Ref req’d $1,050 plus $50 hydro. 250-732-0242.

HALLS HALLS

HOMES FOR RENT

RENTALS

SUITES, LOWER

DUNCAN- $750. 2 bdrms nearhospital, own W/D, D/W, elec-tric heat, utils not incld. Catsok. Avail end of summer.Refs req’d. Call 250-510-2214.

LARGE 2-bdrm near hospital, on bus route. NS/NP. $875.inclds utils. (250)715-8181.

MILL BAY: 1 bdrm fully furn. suite on .5 acre, close to shop-ping, bus etc. Incld’s cable/hy-dro. $850. Call (250)701-1866

SPACIOUS BSMNT suite, avail immediately. 1-bdrm +den. W/D, F/S, sep. entrance.no cable, internet separate.$750. inclds utils. usedcowichan ID# 22079640.Call (250)510-5046.

THE PROPERTIES: $950, 1230 sqft, 2 bdrm + den suite.Very clean, bright with separ-ate driveway, 1 parking spotand entrance, fenced back-yard, 1.5 bath, W/D, S/F, D/W,electric heat with meter read-er. Part carpet part heated tile,NP/NS, no drugs. Avail. June1st. Call 250-710-9991.

HOMES FOR RENT

GARAGE SALES

1732 WESTLOCK Rd- (off Maple Bay Rd), Sat, May 31, 8-1pm. Multi-family Moving Sale! small solid wood desk, lots of teenage girls clothes, kitchen and knick knacks. Something for everyone!

5036 & 5050 Culverton Rd. Sat. May 24, 8-3. Huge Multi family sale. household, tools, fi shing, camping, plants, lots of kids/baby

CHEMAINUS- FULLER Lake Rd. (across from ice arena). Sat, May 24, 9am-2pm. Fur-niture, tools, golf, fi shing, plants, collectibles, household items, lumber, much, much, more. Please No Early Birds!

CHEMAINUS: Sat. May 24, 8am - 2pm. 2662 Crozier Rd. Household, tools, furniture, etc. Lots of kid stuff!

COBBLE HILL- 1023 Cowerd Rd, Sat, May 24, 9-4pm.

COBBLE HILL3394 Richview Cres

(off Chapman) 9am-3pm

Multi-family! Many vendors from

Cobble Hill Hall Sat & Sun May 24 & 25

COWICHAN BAY: 1095 Cher-ry Point Rd., Sat., May 24th and Sun., May 25th, 10am-4pm. Large indoor sale of es-tate; fi ne furniture, appliances, ornaments and more. No early birds!

COWICHAN BAY: 1715 Pritchard Rd., Sat, May 24th, 8am-1pm. Multi family parking lot sale. Rain or shine!

GARAGE SALES

DUNCAN- 2834 Sprott Rd, Sat, May 24, 8:30-3pm. Some-thing for everyone!

DUNCAN: 3112 Cowichan Valley Hwy, aka Hwy 18 (across from Hall Rd). Sat, May 24, 9-3pm. Multi-Family. A little of everything!

DUNCAN COWICHANGIANT SPCA GARAGE SALE,

Sat & Sun, May 31 & Jun 18:30 am - 3:00 pm

Cowichan Exhibition Grounds

BBQ, tools, furniture, etc.Something for everybody!

We have it all!!!!Cash & Credit cards accepted

DUNCAN: Sat, May 24, 8am - 2pm, 7178 Somenos Rd. No early birds - we have dogs.

ESTATE SALE- 375 Day Rd, Sat, May 24, 9-1pm. Fine vin-tage and antique quality furni-ture, framed art and col-lectibles, small chest style deep freeze.

KOKSILAH WEST: 2815 Jackson Rd., Sat., May 24th, 7-3pm. Estate sale; Camper, canopy, patio set, tools, BBQ, smokers, tents, plywood, 2x6’s, bikes, utility trailers, camping and more!

MILL BAY: 2423 Mill Bay Rd., May 24 & 25, 9-3pm. Plants Plants Plants and some stuff.

MULTI-FAMILY / DOWNSIZ-ING! Sat, May 24, 9am-3pm, 3238 Sherman Rd.

WANTED CHILDREN’S army toys ages 6-12,+ K’nex’s. Duncan area. (250)748-4961.

Garage SalesGarage Sales

Fri, May 23, 2014 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial A23

TRANSPORTATION

AUTO ACCESSORIES/PARTS

AUTO FINANCING

SPORTS & IMPORTS

1994 Z28 Camaro convertible 6 spd manual, 139,990 km, LTI V8-350 high performance. Has been stored inside and covered. Summer driven only. Asking $8,990 obo. Call (250)701-1910.

TRANSPORTATION

RECREATIONAL VEHICLESFOR SALE

2005 33’ MONTANA 5th, designed for full-time live-in. Polarpack, large bright living space. W/D, lots of storage, generator. New was $65,000. Asking $24,000. obo. (250)202-5820.

23’ 2007 SURVEYOR. Excel-lent condition. Sleeps 4, fully loaded. Asking $11,500 (paid $23,500) 250-743-0322

8’10” PIONEER Truck/ Camp-er. Propane stove & oven, Hy-draulic jacks. $3100. Please call (250)743-5827.

TOWING

CASHFor Scrap Vehicles

Call Tight Line Towing

(250)709-5692

TRANSPORTATION

TOWING

SOUNDERS TOWING

Cashfor

Unwanted Vehicles“Prompt Service”

(250) 252-1224

VTRUCKS & ANS

1992 DODGE 4x4 Cummins Diesel Supercab, 252K origi-nal with winch, $3500. 250-749-3358

DO YOU need a rust free body for your 89-93 Dodge Diesel? No rust, primed & ready to be painted (box, tailgate, cab, doors, fenders, hood, rad sup-port, grill, bumper). $3500. Also 5.9 Cummins engine, 130K, $2000. 250-749-3358

MARINE

BOATS

ALOHA 34, 1979, $49,900. In Comox with slip, good condi-tion, well equipped, Yanmar 27 HP 3GM30S. Infl atable dingy. Suzuki 2.5 HP out-board. Call (250)334-2450.

25’ CATALINA Quality Fixed keel sailboat. $10,200. Also, available 2 small out board, $380 each. Call (250)743-5827.

MARINE

BOATS

1989 Sun Runner. 20Ft. pow-er boat. Inboard Volvo-Penta, 6 cylinder, radiator cooled en-gine w/ outboard leg. Small cuddy at bow. Includes Low-rance GPS system, radio & short wave radio. Seats 4. Also included: excellent Yama-ha 9.9 Kicker motor; 2 fi ne Scotty electric down-riggers, wired & mounted for boat, plus a Scotty Black Box Boat w/ a trailer. Altogether an excellent fi shing package! $7,450 obo. (250)743-3503

2858 BAYLINER Ciera, boat-house kept, all bells/whistles, low hours, quality boat, pos-sible smaller trade, reduced to $40,000. 250-745-3700

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

FINANCIAL SERVICES

1ST & 2nd mortgages - resi-dential, commercial & agricul-tural - good, bad and no credit-welcome - rates start at 2.89% - ResCom Mortgage Solutions - Call (855)585-2080 or [email protected]

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB.

1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

HAIRSTYLISTS

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


CARPENTRY

Window WashingGutter Cleaning

Pressure WashingYard Cleaning

Junk Haul awayFree estimates

Larry’s Cleaning (250)701-1362

CLEANING SERVICES

Cowichan Home Cleaning, from Lake Cowichan to Crof-ton; excellent references. $20/hr. (250) 932-3246

COMPUTER SERVICES

ABLE COMPUTER REPAIRIn-home service. Seniors’

discount. Nico 250-746-6167

GARDENING

BOB’S ROTOTILLING & SMALL ACREAGETRACTOR SERVICES

Also posthole digging, yard clean-up, brush & treeremoval, log splitting

and more250-710-4278250-929-3480


HAULING AND SALVAGE

Delivery Guy

(250) 597-8335yourdeliveryguy.ca

DELIVERIESHAULING/JUNK REMOVAL

MOVING JOBS WELCOME

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Head coach Nigel Hussey’s Tyke 2 Thunder went into battle Sunday at the Island Savings Centre

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Cowichan players, sporting their new Tim Hortons uniforms, put on a good show but finished on the short end of the stick.

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The Cowichan Atom Bull-dogs gave a good effort, but couldn’t put any points on the board in Greater Victo-ria Minor Football against

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Seven Cowichan football players were singled out for provincial selection camps last weekend in Richmond.

From the thousands of eligible players around the province, the field was narrowed to 130 before fur-ther cuts are made for the B.C. Under 18 team going to Texas and the U16s heading for Manitoba.

The seven who put their skills on the line included:

Tyler Hudson — At six-foot-five and 235 pounds, the 16-year-old is an imposing force on the offensive line. He hides a competitive edge with a calm demeanour, bringing strength and smarts to his position.

Ryan Hennig — Another offensive line player, the six-foot-three 17-year-old guard has worked very hard to become a top player at his position, helped along by playing rugby.

Justin Hennig — On the defensive line, the 16-year-old is very strong and hard to move off the line that makes him strong against the run.

Kain Melchior — An all-around athlete who recently did very well at

the Island high school track and field championships, the 17-year-old wide receiver is fast and explosive with great hands and fearless in coverage. He’s one of the best kick returners in the province, sometimes leaping defenders with a single bound.

Travis McDonald — The quickness of the six-foot-six, 220-pound defensive lineman has improved considerably, evidenced by his 1.8 second 10-yard split. His long reach and determination makes things difficult for opponents on offense.

Bailey Lamont — The 15-year-old linebacker is a great natural talent and very strong for his age. His amazing attitude and ability to adapt to what coaches tell him are important at-tributes.

Logan Swanson — Another 15-year-old, the offensive lineman can also play on defence. He possesses great quick-ness and strength.

The selection process to represent B.C. and Canada in football is very rigorous.

It begins with tests of speed, strength, football ability and attitude with ses-sions held throughout the province for various age groups before selections for provincial camps are determined.


Cowichan Eagles had their shot at Saanich United but couldn’t make it count.

The Eagles reached the semifinal game in the men’s division of the famed Cowichan Buckskin soccer tournament, but dropped out of contention follow-ing a 4-2 loss.

United went on to win the title by defeating Musqueam in the

final game.The Eagles started on the right

path with a convincing win over Kuper Island Chiefs and then overwhelmed Saanich Braves, but hit the skids against United.

“They just capitalized on our de-fensive errors,’’ said Eagles’ coach Dwayne George.

“Just bad choices on the defen-sive part. I think they got three of their goals from our defensive mistakes.’’

The Thunderettes from Alert Bay won the women’s tournament

with a victory over Saanich Hur-ricanes in the final.

There were also numerous youth divisions, including U16 co-ed won by coach Craig George’s Cowichan Eagles.

The Eagles men head to Seabird Island near Chilliwack this weekend for another tournament, a multi-sport event that includes canoe races, softball and hockey.

Also on the agenda for the Eagles will be a Canada Day weekend tournament at Lady-smith.

Don BodgerEnemy territory is invaded by the Cowichan Eagles’ Jason George, as he puts the pressure on the Kuper Island Chiefs.

Provincial camps: Football players put through their paces

Buckskin soccer: Long-running tournament packs in the players and fans to Cowichan

Seven on selection list

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Entering one of Co-wichan Cycles’ Robin Dutton’s events isn’t for the faint of heart.

That’s just what the doctor ordered for high-level mountain bikers who were quick to sign up for Dutton’s six-hour relay Sunday at Maple Mountain.

“I’m fairly well-known for putting on challenging events,’’ Dutton chuckled. “This was no exception.’’

It was extremely well-attended for a first-year event, he said, and the sun even came out to make it more pleasurable. Adding it to the Island Cup race marathon series

helped attract a following.Mountain bikers competed on

two- and three-member teams or completed the whole thing solo.

Each lap was nine kilometres in distance, with 1,500 feet of climb-ing, Dutton indicated.

The first three solo finishers all did their eight laps quicker than the top three teams.

Tom Skinner of Victoria was first in 6:20 followed by Justin Mark of Nanaimo in 6:24 and Raphael Lalumiere of Victoria in 6:34.

Mark’s time was remarkable since he endured four flat tires dur-ing the competition.

The top team was Cowichan Cycles’ own Dutton and Mike Pol-lock in 6:36.

Second was the Gas team of

Geoff Large and Simon Norris in 6:38.

Dutton is now turning his atten-tion to the June 8 Mount Prevost downhill race, also part of the Island Cup downhill series.

It promises to be even bigger and better than before with a new course and sponsors.

The course will run from the top of Prevost where the views are fantastic.

There’s also some significant sponsorship, with AFD Petroleum putting up prize money and Island Return-It Depot covering the cost of shuttle service.

Registration for the event is on-line through www.raceonline.ca. Results and timing will also be handled by Race Day Timing.


Cowichan opened the Vic-toria and District Cricket Association season with an eight-wicket win over Metchosin at Shawnigan

Lake, but then fell to defeat in its next two games.

Metchosin managed a total of 219 for seven in the allotted 45 overs, kept in check by the bowling of Mits Nakagawa (two for 26) and Charlie Smith (three for 17). Smith hails from Tasmania and has made an an immedi-ate impact with the team.

The Metchosin total did not pose too much of a challenge for the Cowichan top order batsmen. Nagy Thomas (30) and Adam Benning (52) got the innings off to a solid start before the first wicket fell at 70.

Chris Case from Christchurch, New Zealand, who has also joined the club for the season, produced an almost-flawless 106 not out that brought the total to 225 for two and the victory.

Again at Shawnigan the following week, Cowichan faced a tougher chal-lenge from Albion, one of the stronger teams in the league.

Case scored another century with 101

not out. He was supported by 33 from Craig Everett and 28 from Nakagawa but the scoring rate got held down by tight bowling.

Cowichan bowlers and fielders needed to be exceptional to protect the total of 220 for nine.

With Albion at 92 for three after 23 overs, it looked promising but Co-wichan couldn’t make it stick and two missed catches allowed Albion to reach the target with four overs to spare.

May 10 action pitted Cowichan against United Victoria at Beacon Hill Park. Two frontline bowlers weren’t available so Cowichan knew it would be a challenge.

United batted first and was held in check for the first half of the innings. United was at 162 for six after 32 overs that gave Cowichan reason to be opti-mistic, but the innings eventually closed at 265 for eight.

Cowichan put 90 runs on the board after 23 overs without losing a wicket. But progress was slow and it left a tall order of scoring another 176 in only 22 overs.

Case (46), Rohn Mahen (22), Clayton Bodkyn (15) and Hassaan (40 not out) did their best but United’s defence was too much to overcome.

Cowichan finished at 197 for eight.

Don BodgerCourse completion takes a concerted effort from the likes of Cameron Loftus, above, and Mike Pollock, right, during gruelling Maple Mountain relay.

Cowichan cricket: Newcomer from New Zealand piles up the runs in his debuts with the team

Maple Mountain: Each of nine laps of the course features a climb of a mere 1,500 feetRiders endure challenging relay

Case makes his case for regular centuries



Former opponents turned teammates added something else to their list of common traits.

Cowichan Valley Bantam Tier 1 Capitals’ players Ben Berard and Dawson Frank were both selected in the Western Hockey League’s Bantam draft by the Victoria Royals. Berard went in the seventh round, 140th overall, while Frank was an eighth-round selection and 161st overall.

Another teammate, Kyle Topping of Salt Spring Island, was drafted by Kelowna in the 11th round, 226th overall.

Berard, 15, and Frank, who turns 15 in July, are both Grade 9 stu-dents at the Quamichan Campus of Cowichan Secondary School.

They first got to know each other in hockey circles on opposite sides, with Frank playing in Campbell River and Berard in Cowichan.

“I hated playing against him,’’ recalled Frank. “He’s too good, he dangled and he scored and he killed us.’’

Berard was mostly on the win-ning end of those battles with Frank.

“I didn’t mind it,’’ he said. “Campbell River wasn’t too good.’’

Frank decided a change of scenery would be better for his advancement in hockey.

He came to Cowichan for the benefits of “a stronger team, a stronger group of guys,’’ he said.

Frank came to the valley and ac-tually lives with the Berard family as a sort of permanent billet.

The forward combination worked out extremely well for both players and the team. Berard racked up 130 goals and some 255 points last season while Frank compiled 60-plus goals with 140 points.

It’s no wonder the Royals decided to draft them. Being from the island they had a good look at them and determined their future potential could benefit the team down the road.

Both players weren’t aware of any advance hype about their pos-sible selections in the draft.

“I didn’t really know when I was going to be picked,’’ said Berard.

“I was surprised and happy about it,’’ said Frank.

“It’s just good to be picked,’’ conceded Berard.

“It makes you feel good and makes you feel like you’re doing something good,’’ added Frank.

Both players aren’t certain what next season will bring, but po-tentially a huge transition toward higher levels.

Frank is aiming to make the B.C.

Major Midget League’s North Island Silvertips.

Berard is potentially looking at the Major Midget South Island Royals or possibly staying in Co-wichan and playing for the Midget Tier 1 Capitals.

“I don’t know yet,’’ he said.It’s been a busy stretch of hockey

lately for the dynamic duo.Frank is actually still playing with

the Mid-Island Monarchs spring team that just competed in a tour-nament on the Lower Mainland and is heading to Seattle next in early June.

Frank and Berard were part of a huge Cowichan contingent that re-cently attended the Under 16 B.C. Cup tournament in Salmon Arm. Topping, Brayden Nelson, Kei Lowes, Dylan Hartl, Derek Krall and Brad Bagnall were also there.

“I played all right,’’ said Berard. “We both made it to the next round in Nanaimo.’’

“It was good,’’ said Frank. “I didn’t think that I was going to do it. I didn’t think I played that well. Obviously, they (selectors) didn’t think that.’’

It was a bad omen for Frank playing on the team called the Sa-bres at the camp. They came last.

“It was awful,’’ he conceded.Berard fared better on the Bruins’

team that placed third. The provincial camp in Nanaimo

takes place in July.


It’s hard to imagine shooting a 73 is something of an “off-day’’ for Shawnigan Lake School’s Tristan Mandur.

The Grade 9 golfing phenom had a day most players can only dream about, but it’s actually

above the blistering standard he’s been setting at vari-ous tournaments around the island.

“He’s just unbelievable,’’ said David Hyde-Lay, who coordinates the Shawnigan golf team and also serves as the commissioner for A and AA golf that featured Island high school playoffs at Arbutus Ridge Golf Club where Mandur shot his 73.

That was good enough to lead Shawnigan to second place in the AA standings behind champion Kwa-likum and secured a berth in the provincials. Lady-smith finished third.

Kwalikum is serving as host of the AA provincials at Pheasant Glen starting Monday, leaving two other berths into the event for Shawnigan and Ladysmith.

“We sort of won that mini-competition,’’ said Hyde-

Lay, who was still a bit disappointed by the team’s 329 total compared to 308 for Kwalikum.

The top four scores of the five-member teams are counted.

Aaron Ng shot a 78 for the second best result on the Shawnigan team that also included Kyle Anderson, captain Kevin Wang and Connor Powell.

Mandur recently had rounds of 68 and a ridiculous 63 during a Qualicum tournament and also shot a one-under 71 during a round at Gorge Vale from the back tees so you know Arbutus was playing tough when he carded his 73.

Hyde-Lay said the course was in immaculate shape, but difficult pin placements provided players with a huge challenge.

He credited Greg Pidlaski, head of instruction at Arbutus, for his great work with Shawnigan’s team.

“I administrate it and oversee it,’’ said Hyde-Lay. “We have the tremendous fortune of working with the professional staff at Arbutus Ridge.’’

St. Andrew’s of Victoria won the A tournament, but has elected not to attend the provincials at Osoyoos, giving the spot to runner-up Chemainus Secondary.

Don BodgerRoyal family now includes Dawson Frank, left, and Ben Berard after their selection by Victoria in the Western Hockey League’s Bantam draft.

Andrew LeongFollow-through swings make all the difference for Kevin Wang of Shawnigan Lake School, above, Nick Mrus of Ladysmith, top right, and Lauren Yanick of Brentwood College School, bottom right, during the Vancouver Island A and AA high school golf championships at Arbutus Ridge Golf Club, hosted by Shawni-gan Lake School.

High school championships: Consistency of Kwalikum team pays off with AA title

Bantam draft: Dynamic duo of Berard and Frank catch the attention of WHL team brass

Golfers get into swing of things

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Athletes, community ready for Shawnigan Lake triathlon weekendGot a sports story?email [email protected] 250-856-0045 It’s a big weekend in Shawnigan

Lake with a series of events revolving around the Subaru Shawnigan Lake Triathlon.

Saturday’s schedule includes the Shawnigan Village Triathlon Festival from noon to 4 p.m.

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The fun and family-oriented run is open to kids between the ages of three and 12. Registration begins at noon and the run, free of charge, gets under way at 1:30 p.m.

Distances include 300 metres, 800m, two kilometres and a duath-lon featuring a two km run and an off-road bike course.

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$18,999*ONLY $329 /Mth** St# PF3210

$29,999*ONLY $529 /Mth**

St# 14277A

$23,999*ONLY $419 /Mth** St# P3173

$29,999*ONLY $529 /Mth** St# 1476A

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$27,999*ONLY $499 /Mth** St# P3163

$36,999*ONLY $306 /Bi-Weekly** St# PF3218

$41,999*ONLY $349 /Bi-Weekly**

*All prices plus $499 dealer fee and applicable tax. **All payments based on 72 months @ 5.99% OAC with $2000 down or trade equivalent . See dealer for details.

• YOUR VANCOUVER ISLAND TRUCK AUTHORITY •


WE SAY

2012 Ford F150 XLT Crew

$30,999St# P3180

ONLY $549/ Mth**

FLAGSHIPFORD.COM6456 Norcross Road, Duncan 250-748-5555 888-794-0559 D

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25th - 31st March 2014You are invited to come celebrate

the grand opening of our brand new dealership!

Enter Every Day for Daily Giveawaysat FlagshipOpening.com

Refreshments and Unbelievable Specials Going on Daily!

Come celebrate with us!

“A Family Vision”

FLAGSHIPFORD.COM *All payments include taxes and dealer fee of $499 and based on 72 mos w/ $2,000 down on approved credit. Please see dealer for more details. DL# 5964

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Cowichan News Leader Pictorial, May 23, 2014