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MAYOR LARRY JANGULA and the rest of council are looking for ways to help the downtown core of Courtenay. PHOTO BY RENÉE ANDOR Downtown city core‘real complicated’ Renée Andor Record Staff Keeping downtown Courtenay businesses alive is at the fore- front of council’s mind, according to Mayor Larry Jangula. Three downtown businesses closed this week and the topic was discussed at Monday’s coun- cil meeting. Jangula said all coun- cillors are “united” on the fact that something needs to happen, but added the issue is complex. “It’s a real complicated thing,” Jangula told the Record, adding, “we understand that this is really important.” Councillors discussed ideas for economic development, infrastruc- ture, social functions of downtown and economic viability, and City staff were instructed to compile ideas for initiatives in a mini strategic plan. But what is causing downtown businesses to go out of business? Blain Douglas, who owned Rickson’s Menswear for about 30 years until he retired last year, said it’s a combination of things, including online shopping, big box stores, minimum wage increases and property tax increases. “Since 2006, we saw a 48-per- cent increase in the amount of money we paid in property taxes,” said Douglas. “We, as residents, need more and want more, so the City has to provide more. So the cost of the City doing business goes up, so the taxes go up.” Mike Laver, downtown prop- erty owner, said taxes on four of his commercial rental properties have gone up between 30 and 51 per cent in five years, with the lowest of the four lots owing $5,737 in 2010 and the highest owing $17,684. He said the property tax mul- tiplier, which means commercial property taxes are 2.9 times the rate of residential taxes, com- pounds the increases. “I don’t think residents really understand that we pay three times more than what they pay,” he said. “I struggle every day. I have tenants that haven’t taken a paycheque out of there for the last year, but they want to try and get into business.” He wrote a letter to the City outlining his concerns for busi- nesses because he said landlords are forced to pass on the tax hikes to tenants. “Some (businesses) are only making it because the landlords have cut their (base) rent so they won’t have an empty building,” he said in the letter. He pointed out that landlords with an empty building still have to pay the taxes; they just aren’t receiving any rent money to help pay them. He wants the property tax mul- tiplier lowered. However, under the Local Gov- ernment Act, the property tax multiplier must be the same for all commercial businesses, and Jangula pointed out that if it were lowered, that would mean less tax money from national cor- porations and the money needs to come from somewhere. “If we lower their multiplier it means we have to add to the household taxes, and I just can’t see that as being a solution,” said Jangula. “But on the other hand, leaving it where it is and helping force more of them (downtown businesses) out of business is not the answer either.” Jangula said the City is lob- ... see CITY A2 DL8379 L8379 L8379 BRIAN BRIAN M M c c L LE E A AN N PRE-OWNED VEHICLES PRE-OWNED VEHICLES ALL MAKES ALL MODELS M5466B Full Load Leather Sunroof 10 out of 10 Only 59,000 kms $ $ 15,995 AWD Local Trade Only 84,000 kms $ $ 9,995 2003 BMW 325 CI 2002 Ford F150 XLT 2003 Buick Rendezvous M5115A M5318C Crew Cab 5.4L • 4x4 Canopy $ $ 11,900 2145 Cliffe Avenue • Courtenay 250-334-2425 www.brianmclean.ca/used-inventory/ 0 kms s 95 95 Buick Buick ezvous dezvous s s s M5115A d d f f 1 10 of 10 9,000 kms k 9,000 kms kms ms ms ms ms ms ms ms ms s ms ms ms ms s ms s 995 995 MW 3 BMW 5 5 CI CI 2 Ford 50 XLT b x4 ,900 0 0 ,900 0 0 ... Complete story on B10 Jilli Martini is helping a suicide awareness group. B3 Weather A2 Lottery A6 Ferry Schedule A6 Editorial A24 Opinion A25 Arts B1 Sports B10 Classified B17 FINDER HELPING HAND RUGBY RENEWAL Your community. Your newspaper. www.comoxvalleyrecord.com $1.25 inc. H.S.T. FRIDAY February 3, 2012 A division of Vol. 27 No. 10 AND Your communi ty . Your newspaper. www.comoxvalleyrecord.com COMOX VALLEY RECORD COMOX VALLEY RECORD “Who are all these new guys?” asked a spectator at the AFC Construc- tion Comox Valley Kickers men’s Div. 3 rugby match Sunday at Village Park in Cumberland. Well might he ask. Over the last few weeks an influx of new players, particularly from Campbell River, has seen the Kickers with a surplus of players standing on the sidelines look- ing to get on the field. “It’s a bit of a problem,” says Kickers’ coach Aaron L’Arrive.

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MAYOR LARRY JANGULA and the rest of council are looking for ways to help the downtown core of Courtenay. PHOTO BY RENÉE ANDOR

Downtown city core ‘real complicated’Renée AndorRecord Staff

Keeping downtown Courtenay businesses alive is at the fore-front of council’s mind, according to Mayor Larry Jangula.

Three downtown businesses closed this week and the topic was discussed at Monday’s coun-cil meeting. Jangula said all coun-cillors are “united” on the fact that something needs to happen, but added the issue is complex.

“It’s a real complicated thing,” Jangula told the Record, adding, “we understand that this is really important.”

Councillors discussed ideas for economic development, infrastruc-ture, social functions of downtown and economic viability, and City staff were instructed to compile ideas for initiatives in a mini strategic plan.

But what is causing downtown businesses to go out of business?

Blain Douglas, who owned Rickson’s Menswear for about 30 years until he retired last year, said it’s a combination of things, including online shopping, big box stores, minimum wage increases and property tax increases.

“Since 2006, we saw a 48-per-cent increase in the amount of money we paid in property taxes,” said Douglas. “We, as residents, need more and want more, so the City has to provide more. So the cost of the City doing business goes up, so the taxes go up.”

Mike Laver, downtown prop-erty owner, said taxes on four of his commercial rental properties have gone up between 30 and 51 per cent in five years, with the lowest of the four lots owing $5,737 in 2010 and the highest owing $17,684.

He said the property tax mul-tiplier, which means commercial property taxes are 2.9 times the rate of residential taxes, com-pounds the increases.

“I don’t think residents really understand that we pay three times more than what they pay,” he said. “I struggle every day. I have tenants that haven’t taken a paycheque out of there for the last year, but they want to try and get into business.”

He wrote a letter to the City outlining his concerns for busi-nesses because he said landlords are forced to pass on the tax hikes to tenants.

“Some (businesses) are only making it because the landlords have cut their (base) rent so they won’t have an empty building,” he said in the letter.

He pointed out that landlords with an empty building still have

to pay the taxes; they just aren’t receiving any rent money to help pay them.

He wants the property tax mul-tiplier lowered.

However, under the Local Gov-ernment Act, the property tax multiplier must be the same for all commercial businesses, and Jangula pointed out that if it were lowered, that would mean less tax money from national cor-porations and the money needs to come from somewhere.

“If we lower their multiplier it means we have to add to the household taxes, and I just can’t see that as being a solution,” said Jangula. “But on the other hand, leaving it where it is and helping force more of them (downtown businesses) out of business is not the answer either.”

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“Who are all these new guys?” asked a spectator at the AFC Construc-tion Comox Valley Kickers men’s Div. 3 rugby match Sunday at Village Park in Cumberland.

Well might he ask. Over the last few weeks an influx of new players, particularly from Campbell River, has seen the Kickers with a surplus of players standing on the sidelines look-ing to get on the field. “It’s a bit of a problem,” says Kickers’ coach Aaron L’Arrive.

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Continued from A1bying the Province to allow one tax rate for the big box stores and one for either ‘down-town’ businesses or ‘small’ businesses, both of which would have to be defined.

He added that dis-cussions are expected with the premier’s office at some point.

However, Downtown Courtenay Business Improvement Associa-tion (DCBIA) president and past owner of The Golfer’s Edge, one of the businesses that closed this week, Mark Middleton said the issue is not as simple as higher rents because of higher taxes.

“It’s not as simple as reducing the taxes or the multiplier, and it’s not as simple as the economy just being so terrible that business-es are tanking because there are some busi-nesses that are doing well,” said Middleton.

He said he believes his store closed because golf spending is based on discretion-ary income and it’s one of the first things to be cut when people decide to spend less.

He pointed out that rent is lower in the downtown core than other areas of town, adding that he was approached to lease space at the new Thrifty Foods plaza.

“They’re asking

between $30 and $40 a square foot, that’s a big, big number and it’s going to take some national franchise, you know that’ll be the Tim Hortons Starbucks, places like that,” he said.

He paid between $10 and $12 per square foot for the golf store.

He also said some areas of town have lower rents, and that the rent usually reflects the amount of potential buyer traffic through the area.

He suggested the City spend some of

the money it receives from the box stores on improving the down-town core — and mak-ing it more than just Fifth Street.

“Fifth Street got all the street lamps and the places to hang the banners, but Fourth and Sixth Street appear like the forgotten cous-ins,” said Middleton.

“Maybe it’s time to take some of the money from some of the big box stores that they give the City for ame-nities and transfer that into revitalizing Fourth and Sixth Street, and

actually making our whole downtown core something larger than just Fifth Street.”

He also suggests building the controver-sial pedestrian bridge to increase traffic to the area.

Jangula suggests property owners build ‘up’ the downtown to make it more finan-cially viable by hav-ing store fronts on the bottom and residential suites on the top.

However, Laver said he did that with one of his properties about four years ago and has

rented out the residen-tial suites, but not the storefront.

Middleton said that while he doesn’t see an easy solution, he’s pleased the issue is receiving serious atten-tion.

“It’s nice that we’re on the City’s radar right now and the City’s taking notice,” said Middleton. “So I feel like now is the time, you know if anything’s going to happen, it’s going to happen while it’s at the top of mind for them.”

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Pride of Lions brings Grey Cup to the provinceScott Stanfield Record Staff

The Grey Cup and two key members of the 2011 Canadian Football League playoff champion BC Lions visited with fans Tuesday at the Comox Community Centre during a province-wide celebration of a season that did not exactly kick off with a bang.

Seven weeks into the year, the Lions were in last place with one win and six losses. The team then won 12 of its next 13 games, including the Western final and the Grey Cup champi-onship at BC Place, defeat-ing the Winnipeg Blue Bombers 34-23.

“It was a life lesson as much as it was a football lesson for us,” quarterback Travis Lulay, MVP of the regular season and the Grey Cup final, said Tues-day in Comox. “Not giving up, believing in what you’re doing, rallying around the people around you.

“We had good guys in the locker room, character guys, and that was really the only reason we were able to climb out of that hole. Every week we got a little better...It was abso-lutely magic, to be able to win a Grey Cup at home.”

Kicker Paul McCallum, who hails from North Van-couver, is entering his 20th season in the CFL. His path

to football was a little out of the ordinary, having been a soccer player until age 19.

He recalled the parents and volunteers who put in the time during his junior football days in Surrey.

“If it wasn’t for the com-munity football, I wouldn’t

be here today,” said McCal-lum, who kicked four field goals in the Grey Cup final.

Comox Valley resident Tony Collier, a member of the ‘94 Grey Cup champion Lions, and former Leo Jamie Taras, the team’s director of community relations, were

also on hand Tuesday at the Comox Community Centre.

Aside from displaying the cup, the purpose of the tour is to promote health and fitness, and to raise aware-ness for KidSport, which raises money for children

who cannot afford to play their favourite sport.

“The Lions do over 160 school programs from Janu-ary to May, and we do that in partnership with this great province,” Taras said.

The tour started Sunday in Burnaby and continued

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Comox Valley Airport begins looking for new CEOScott Stanfield Record Staff

Shirley de Silva, citing personal reasons, has ten-dered her resignation as chief executive officer of the Comox Valley Airport Com-mission.

Her last day is April 30.“I greatly appreciate the

support that the Comox Valley Airport Commission has given me during my tenure here,” de Silva said in a statement. “I have complete faith that the wonderful staff I leave behind will keep the airport on its same positive trajectory.”

Before joining the CVAC in January, 2010, de Silva managed the Kingston

Norman Rogers Airport in Ontario and the Bathurst Regional Airport in New Brunswick.

“She’s done a lot,” CVAC board chair Brad Minton said. “We’ve covered a lot of ground. The first thing we did was put together that strategic plan. She has been ticking off those objec-tives one by one over the last two years, and we’re in really good shape.”

Among other things, the plan’s mandate called for an increase to passenger loads, which Minton said is back up to more than 300,000, and to enhance the “corporate culture” at

YQQ.“In terms of new roots,

she’s made presentations to over 14 airlines, for sec-ondary lines. We’re always interested in that,” Minton said. “She’s done a terrific job. We appreciate what she’s done.”

During de Silva’s tenure, the airport established the region’s first charter flight to Fort Nelson in northern

B.C., and a direct flight to Cancun, Mexico.

de Silva has also over-seen a public relations pro-gram aimed at increasing communication with the commission’s nominat-ing entities (local govern-ments appoint some board members), YQQ staff, the community, passengers and airlines. A revamped marketing strategy was

launched last year to stemthe leakage of passengers toother airports, and to revi-talize the terminal buildingand corporate materials,the CVAC said.

Minton expects the com-mission will seek out a newCEO “very soon.” He notesairport CEOs are highlyskilled individuals whocontend with a great dealof information, regulationsand negotiations. In somecases they are required torun airfields.

“Lots of skills there, but there are people out therethat we can chat with,”Minton said.

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North Island College (NIC) students beat up a van representing student debt as college and community groups cheered them on at a rally Wednesday.

“It’s great,” Cana-dian Federation of Students (CFS) repre-sentative at NIC stu-dent union Savannah McKenzie said at the rally. “We have a total mix of students, facul-ty and people from the community so that’s always a great turn-out because we know we are reaching a wide population here in the community.”

Music blared from speakers as students showed up outside the Discovery Hall at NIC’s Comox Valley campus at 11:30. As soon as it was time to take turns beating in an old van decorated to represent student debt, students lined up to take their frustrations out on it.

The rally was about more than swinging a bat at a van — it was part of the CFS National Day of Action, and rallies were held at other NIC campus-es, as well as Vancou-ver Island University, Camosun College and other institutions across the country.

According to McKen-zie, the aim is for gov-ernment to help make post-secondary school-ing more financially viable for students.

“I’m hoping that both the provincial and fed-eral government will take action and react to our movement,” said McKenzie, “hopefully by tuition fee freezes, softening the taxation of student loans and increasing funding to public institutions back to 85 per cent rather

than 60.”The students weren’t

alone in their rally; representatives from the Canadian Union of Public Employees, the Council of Canadians and the NIC Faculty Association (NICFA) spoke on students’ behalf, and a statement from North Island MLA Claire Trevena was read.

Gwyn Frayne, from

the Comox Valley chapter of the Coun-cil of Canadians, spoke about her post-second-ary experience.

“When I went to university I was able to cover the costs by working in the sum-mer and over the year,” said Frayne. “Now, I’m not even sure that my grandkids can go to col-lege, and that is not right.”

NICFA president Shirley Ackland said she was proud to sup-port students at the rally and pointed out that some students come out of college or university with more debt than she paid for her first house.

“You should not have to mortgage your futures to get an edu-cation,” she told stu-dents.

“We need to remem-ber and acknowledge in this community and the broader com-munity that it’s edu-cated people that run our communities that lead our country, and the more debt we pile on their shoulders the less able they are to do that,” Ackland told the Record after her speech.

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Back behind bars because of breach

Comox Valley RCMP arrested Adrian Julian Wilson, just over a month after his release from jail.

In early Decem-ber, the Comox Valley RCMP issued a public interest notification in relation to a high-risk sexual offender who was going to be living in the Comox Valley. The public were made aware of Wilson’s release and some of his court-imposed condi-tions.

Since that date the Comox Valley RCMP along with probation services have been working diligently at monitoring Wilson’s activities and doing their best to ensure he was abiding by all of the conditions placed on him by the courts.

Information was received from members of the community, and along with probation services the Comox Valley RCMP gathered enough evidence to arrest Wilson on Jan. 26 for breaching one of his conditions. Wilson was held in custody.

Wilson appeared in

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Wilson was sen-tenced to four monthsjail, followed by 18months of probation.

The Comox Valley RCMP want to thankthe public, probationservices and Crowncounsel for their assis-tance on this investi-gation. Anyone withfurther information isasked to contact theComox Valley RCMPat 250-338-1321 orCrimeStoppers at1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE student Omer Tufail beats on the van representing student debt during Wednesday’s rally at the Comox Valley campus. PHOTO BY RENÉE ANDOR

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Renée AndorRecord Staff

Some Comox Valley students are learning four languages this year in a pilot project by Navigate, formerly known as North Island Distance Education School.

Navigate interna-tional languages sup-port Jamie McCance is conducting the project using Rosetta Stone Explorer software with Grade 4 to 8 students. But the pilot is also being tested on Grade 5 and 6 students from Aspen Park Elemen-tary School.

“I am not only look-ing at the benefits of the Explorer program for Navigate’s distrib-uted learning students, but also for students in traditional schools,” said McCance. “I think it’s super super cool. I wish I had had some-thing like this (at that age).”

The computer pro-gram is designed to introduce students to four languages in a single year through a series of six-week learning cycles. Stu-dents individually choose four of 23 lan-guages, including French, Spanish, Ger-man, Arabic, Japanese, Persian or Hindi.

Aspen Park students are learning three lan-guages because the decision to add the school to the pilot project came after Navigate students had started. So, Aspen Park students just started their first language on Jan. 19, but Grade 5 student Jessi Coppick, who is learning Dutch, said she’s already impressed.

“It’s really fun,” said Coppick. “It makes it so

much more easy cause they go over it and over it.”

Grade 5 student Harry Buckle, who is learning Chinese, agreed and said he’s already learned “quite a bit.”

“It’s cool because it gives you grammar, spelling and how to say it,” explained Buckle. “Once I repeat a couple things, I actually under-stand what everything would mean.”

Navigate already offers the program to students in Grade 9 and up, but wants to offer it to younger students starting this September, which is why it’s conducting the pilot project.

“It’s our hope (to offer the program this September), but this feedback from the pilot is going to help us make that decision,” said McCance. “We’re taking it all, good or bad, but for the most part it’s been really good and the kids are excited.”

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TOTALe has the same features as the regular program, but adds in online studio sessions with a native speaker and one to four students.

Navigate French and Spanish teacher Derek Brenchley said the “social component” helps to ensure stu-dents stick with the course.

“Many of them start and don’t continue because learning a lan-guage is a hard thing to do,” said Brenchley, who compares the stu-dio sessions to a job or traditional school. “That piece where you’re showing up for

something — so with this new program you actually show up.”

Students book classes on their own schedule, and Brenchley said there’s no limit to the amount of studio sessions students can do.

He believes the course will be popular with people who like to travel, and is currently taking Italian himself.

“I found that the ses-sion were fun, engag-ing and very useful in helping me improve and reinforce my very basic Italian,” said Brenchley.

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Renée AndorRecord Staff

French school École Au coeur de l’île is halfway through its first year and the com-munity is invited to check out the innova-tive ‘green’ building on Tuesday.

On Feb. 7 from 2 to 4:30 p.m. or 6 to 7 p.m., there will be an open house for potential stu-dents to register, and non-French members of the community to tour the kindergarten to Grade 12 school.

Principal Michel Tar-dif said students and staff are settling into the school’s permanent home after many years of leasing space from School District 71.

“Our relationship with School District 71 has always been wonderful,” said Tar-dif. “But when you are sharing a space or subletting a space, you never truly feel that’s your home, and now we’re home.”

According to Conseil scolaire francophone de la C.-B., (French school district), the provincial

Ministry of Education provided $23 million towards the school, including $15 million in construction costs.

Tardif said the school receives the same pro-

vincial funding as pub-lic schools in SD71, and receives the same fed-eral funding as French immersion schools.

“Any school that offers the French lan-

guage, and there’s a cultural component, will receive federal funds to provide that,” said Tardif. “It’s for the cultural activities, it’s not for the instruction-

al or the building or anything like that.

“There’s no extra dollars and it’s not fed-eral-based.”

The building is open concept, with high ceil-ings, plenty of windows and interesting archi-tecture throughout. Tardif calls the gym-nasium the “pièce de résistance,” as huge panel windows line the outer wall and look onto a wooded area, giving the feel of being outside.

“We have the win-dows because the for-est isn’t a separation of the gym — even though you participate in the gym, the forest visually is there, so we want to blend with the natural environment,” explained Tardif.

Classrooms have glass sliding doors con-necting to hallways which Tardif said con-nect the learning in the classroom to the learning — like social-izing —outside of the classroom.

The school has a strong focus on after-school activities like sports, and Tardif men-tioned that three soc-cer clubs use the gym

currently. It also has a FIFA regulation field, open for public use.

Space for adult pro-grams, and a pre-school and daycare are at the school as well.

The building was designed to meet the highest seismic stan-dards and received the Gold level of Leader-ship in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED).

The numerous win-dows reduce the need for indoor lighting, geo-thermal radiant floor heating cuts down on energy costs in the long run and the gal-vanized metal on the outside of the building is designed to with-stand the Comox Val-ley’s rainy weather.

According to Tardif,

142 students are cur-rently enrolled, withabout 160 expectedfor next year. About30 per cent of studentsare from CFB Comox,as families are oftentransferred from otherparts of the country.

Tardif said it’s a challenge to keep thepassion for the Frenchlanguage and culturewhen much of life isspent speaking Eng-lish and living in anEnglish society. Thus,he stresses the impor-tance of an all Frenchschool.

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CVRD defers aeronautics motionScott Stanfield Record Staff

The regional district board deferred Tuesday a Jim Gillis motion con-cerning the Canadian Aeronautics Act to a future committee of the whole meeting.

The Area B director would like to see the act implement airport zoning to more accu-rately reflect modern navigation systems.

Gillis, who notes zoning has affected the placement of the proposed regional hos-pital, motioned at the last committee session to request the Union of B.C. Municipalities, with Transport Cana-da, to review the act.

The Vancouver Island Health Author-ity had proposed to con-struct the hospital on Ryan Road near Crown Isle. However, the Department of Nation-al Defence said it fell within an area around CFB Comox and the airport that restricts the height of structures to fewer than nine metres.

Gillis is also con-cerned about eagle and blue heron nesting trees in the vicinity of the airport.

Following Tuesday’s meeting, the board met in-camera with members of the Comox Valley Airport Commis-sion and CFB Comox 19 Wing to discuss

height restrictions, tree removal and aeronau-tics matters.

The base is selective-ly topping and cutting certain trees in Kye Bay, under the direction of certified arborists, that are protruding into restricted commercial space. However, trim-ming within the buf-

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The Comox Val-ley RCMP recently responded to the fol-lowing incidents:

Jan. 24An attempted Break

and Enter was reported in the 200 block of Back

Road in Courtenay. The resident had been out and returned to find her door dented and the moulding damaged. No entry was gained to the residence.

RCMP responded to

a report of theft from a vehicle in the 200 block of Puntledge Road in Courtenay. Thieves unscrewed the two tail-light assemblies and then stole them from a pickup truck.

A report of a single-vehicle collision near the Van West overpass on Highway 19 was received. The south-bound vehicle hit a large puddle of stand-ing water on the road-way and hydroplaned. The car went off road right. Minor damage and minor injuries to the driver.

A report of a Break and Enter at a resi-dence in the 1000 block of Piercy Ave-nue in Courtenay was received. The culprit entered the house through the back win-dow and stole several electronic items, cash and medication.

Jan. 27A report of a distur-

bance was received. The report was that two males were walk-ing on the street mak-ing noise and were told to be quieter. Their response was to threat-en the complainant with bodily harm.

A report of a Break, Enter and Theft was received from the con-tractor of a house being built in the 2800 block of Piercy Road in Cour-tenay. The contractor stated that thieves entered through an unlocked door and once inside stole about $800 worth of copper wire. This investigation is continuing.

A report of a hit and run incident was received. The male reported that a small compact car backed out of a parking stall and hit his vehicle on the rear quarter panel. The suspect driver was located at home and advised. This matter has been resolved.

Jan. 28RCMP attended the

Real Canadian Super-store in Courtenay for a shoplifter. The female was alleged to be steal-ing medicinal products. She was arrested and charges are pending for theft.

At 1 a.m. a report of a theft of three jackets was received from an employee of Fat Teddys bar on Mount Wash-ington. This investiga-tion is continuing.

The Comox Val-ley RCMP responded to a theft in the 4900 block of Topland Road in Courtenay. The com-plainant reported that a vehicle was jacked up and two of its tires were stolen. A portable red hydraulic jack was located at the scene. This investigation is continuing.

Police responded to a report of an intoxicat-ed, out-of-control male at a residence in the 1900 block of Stewart Avenue in Courtenay.

The male caused dam-age to the residence, was taken into custo-dy and released once sober.

Jan. 30A report of mischief

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Police responded to a call of youths shootinga gun at birds near theQueneesh Trailer Parkin Comox. Upon inves-tigation it was learnedthe handgun replicawas an airsoft BBgun. The youths werewarned and the parentspoken to regarding thedangers of allowing theyouths in public with aweapon such as this.

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Grateful for supportKymme PatrickSpecial to the Record

2011 was the year when I was remind-ed (and learned more fully this time) that every moment in one’s life counts.

There have been so many friends, acquaintances, stu-dents, doctors and businesses who impacted on my life during that time, who I want to thank for their much need-ed support.

One year ago I was in a hospital in Vic-toria getting a feed-ing tube inserted as a last resort to keep nutrition in me as I was unable to swal-low food due to the damage the radia-tion had done to my throat/tongue.

It was one of the worst steps in the long road to recovery. I could have felt very alone and frightened. Due to the love and care that this com-munity has shown me I was able to get through the hospital madness.

A fundraiser com-munity event was happening on that very same day.

Friends from the dance and theatre community worked very hard to create an event that hun-dreds of community members attended. There was food, the-atre, dance, photos and most of all sup-port.

I have no words to describe the grati-tude that I feel for the outpouring of love and generosity

shown to me and how connected I felt even while lying in a room that defied any sense of normalcy.

I have lived and worked in this com-munity for 20 years. I had always believed that I was very for-tunate to live in the beautiful Comox Val-ley and also to con-tinue to work in my chosen field.

I embrace this community with love and gratitude. I may be without taste buds or saliva right now, but I am grateful for simply being able to swallow and eat food again.

I am back to work and my students and teaching bring so much joy. I am danc-ing and daring to step out of my com-fort zone. I am also

challenging myself by singing in a choir — something that was always put off for “one of these days”.

I plan to follow up on my plans for travel (Africa here I come!) and I am writing a script about this hor-rific journey that is helping me put it all into perspective.

Most importantly I live now without letting stress over-whelm me — instead, with gratitude and with joy. I am able to hold a vision of continued health and happiness thanks to this amazing com-munity.

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Wheels for Well-ness, a local non-profit that provides patients with free transport to out-of-town medical appointments, received a much-needed boost with a $1,000 “no strings attached” dona-tion from Comox Dis-trict Co-op.

“That’s a significant donation,” says Wheels for Wellness executive director Don Buchner. “We don’t get donations of that size very often, especially without restrictions on how the money can be used.”

Founded by Buch-ner in 1997, Wheels for Wellness trans-ports more than 10,000 patients every year to non-emergency appointments across Vancouver Island and, in exceptional cases, the Lower Mainland. In addition to Buchner, the society relies on 26 volunteers and two employed dispatchers, who Buchner acknowl-edges “don’t get paid half of what they’re worth.”

Though Wheels for Wellness receives some funding through the Vancouver Island Health Authority, it depends on private donations for most of its roughly $1.1-million operating budget.

“We felt it was important to support an initiative that was born in the Comox Val-ley and that provides such a needed service,”

says Richard Kerton, manager of Comox District Co-op. “It’s no secret that the price of gas has increased over the last several years, and we wanted to help offset that cost.”

The Co-op’s donation will likely be used to put gas in tanks, although Buchner notes the cost to maintain a fleet of 15 vans, which need to be replaced at least every year, is also a

significant expense.Consistent with its

mandate of “moving ahead by giving back,” Comox District Co-op supports several local non-profits each year and is highly involved

in the local community.“Our directors have

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ive of initiatives that are important to people in the Comox Valley.”

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Taylor’s presenta-tion, based upon her books and tours aboard the historic Columbia III, will provide a rare view of the islands and inlets of the inner coast between northern Van-couver Island and the mainland.

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PROCEEDS FROM THE Whiskey Fest benefit the St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation and Wheels for Wellness.

Whiskey tasting returnsSláinte! (good health) will be

the word of the night at the West-erly Hotel and Convention Cen-tre on Feb. 4 as the Rotary Club of Comox and the Westerly Hotel host the second annual Comox Valley Whiskey Fest.

The evening includes a choice of seminars that run the gamut from Whiskey for Beginners to a Whiskey Road Trip and from Classic Malts to the Master Class. This is followed by a general tast-ing of some 50 different whiskeys and a Scottish beer in the Grand Tasting Room.

A special treat for the evening will be the “finger food” special-ly prepared to complement the malts and blends.

With a selection of whiskeys

ranging from the peaty/smoky malts of Islay to the sweeter, lighter malts of Speyside; fine Bourbon, Irish and rye whiskeys, there is something for everyone.

$100 covers everything, includ-ing a ride home if you live in the Comox Valley. There are some tickets still available at the West-erly Hotel Liquor Outlet. They must be purchased in advance.

Proceeds are going to the St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation and Wheels for Wellness.

For more details, see the web-site: www.comoxvalleywhiskey-fest.ca.

And the response to Sláinte is do dheagh shlàinte (your good health).

— Rotary Club of Comox

Learning won’t stop

Are you 55 or older and still wondering how to fill your winter days? ElderCollege is the perfect answer.

Many courses in a wide range of topics are still available, and registration is easy through the website at nic.bc.ca/ec or at the Registration Office at North Island College.

Regular courses are usually six to eight weeks long and short courses are usually four hours long.

The Saturday morning Lecture Series also has a few seats left, and this semester the topic is Canada’s Security and Defence: Making Informed Choices.

For details on any of these courses, see a newsletter at nic.bc.ca/ec or phone 250-334-5000 (local 4602) for more information. The Saturday Lec-ture Series starts this Saturday and regular courses start on Mon-day.

— Comox Valley ElderCollege

Late addition to filmfestThis past summer, local film maker

Paul Christopher made a short film about the Comox Valley Farmers’ Market and the connection it creates between producers and consumers.

It is a beautiful little piece of local culture and a great late addition to the World Community Film Festival lineup.

This local festival is in its 21st year of bringing awareness to social justice issues all over the world, and identifying ways to make change locally. One of those ways is to feature local options such as the farmers’ market as part of the local solution to these global issues.

Because it was added late, the

farmers’ market film is not listed inthe program but it will run after theEconomics of Happiness, a 72-minutefilm screening in the Rotary Room ofthe Filberg Centre in Courtenay onSaturday at 11:20 a.m. That filmdeals with localization as a solutionto some of the big issues today.

The Comox Valley Farmers’ Mar-ket runs year-round Saturdays from9 to noon at the Native Son’s Hall.

Visit www.comoxvalleyfarmers-market.com or check their Facebookpage to see what’s at the market thisweek. Paul Christopher’s website iswww.paulchristopherfilms.ca.

— Comox Valley Farmers’ Market

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With Valentines on the 14th and Love Your Pet Day on the 20th, February is a sensitive month for me. Some-times “my people” do not understand my emotions. I do all the right signals, but they don’t get it.

When I whine they think this is a sign I need to go water a tree, but what I really want is food.

To help you under-stand your dog better, I compiled some body language signals that I use.

When I am feeling scared or frightened I may wag my tail slow-ly, lay back my ears and whimper. If I feel threatened I may want to show my teeth, and make my fur come up on my back and tail.

If I am feeling happy and would love to go for a walk or play ball, you will see my tail wagging fast and my ears alert. If I am really excited

I may stomp my front

paws from left to right, pant, and wag my tail as fast as I can.

Licking is a way that I am telling you that it is social time. This is a good time to cuddle or mas-s a g e me.

Growls, barks, howls, whines, and whimpers can also be misinter-preted. The best way to understand these

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ings. For

example if I am in the kitchen whining it means I want what you have on the counter. If my growl sounds scary and I am showing my teeth it means I am sensing something not right and warning you to be cautious. How-ever, if I express with a calmer growl it means I want to participate in play or get attention from you.

“A dog is the only thing on earth that will love you more than you love yourself.” – Josh Billings

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Q: Why do pets have ongoing intes-tinal problems that

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with tummy pains, ongoing soft stool or worse, lots of gas, vom-iting and midnight messes are signs that they are having a hard time. These signs are simply not normal.

Parasites like worms, giardia (also known as “beaver fever”), ‘bad’ bacteria overgrowth, food aller-gy or inflammatory bowel disease(IBD) are causes. This does not complete the list but

does cover the lion’s share of reasons.

The good news is testing has become much easier and more successful at giving us a diagnosis.

Knowing sooner helps make treatment easier with more wins.

So where does one begin? First step is a tummy exam with a good history and of course a simple fecal test for worm eggs and parasites.

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Giant George, a 4-year-old Great Dane from Arizona, is the “Guinness Book of World Records” holder of the titles “Tallest Living Dog” and “Tall-est Dog Ever.”

At 245 pounds and standing 43 inches tall (7 feet from nose to tail), George certainly is statuesque.

He sleeps on a queen-size bed himself, and consumes over 100 pounds of food a month.

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Rabbit / Critter chews and toys, and critter bedding.

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Dogs living in shel-ters await the chance to be adopted by loving families. Black dogs in general tend to be harder to place because of people’s mispercep-tions about them. The problem is so common, adoption professionals have dubbed it “black dog syndrome.”

There are a few rea-sons people may pass up on owning a black dog.

• Dog breeds, such as dobermans and rottweilers, are dark in color. People may assume that all black dogs tend to be aggres-sive or protective.

• Because they do not show up well in film and in photos, Hol-lywood often chooses lighter dogs over black dogs. This can make people believe that black dogs are unpopu-lar.

• Black dogs have often been condemned in folklore. People may have visions of lurk-ing, hulking black dogs preying on livestock or haunting shadowy cor-

ners. Like black cats, black dogs can seem ominous.

• Human nature is to look at bright, spar-kly things. A light dog next to a black dog may appear more attrac-tive.

There are people who do not believe in black dog syndrome. Because black and brown tend to be dominant colors in many breeds and because many shel-ter dogs are mixes of breeds, it makes some sense that there are more black dogs in shelters for this rea-son alone. Others say that Labradors, which are often black, are the

most popular breed,and this is anotherreason for the abun-dance of black dogs inshelters.

People are urged to remember that coatcolor does not dictatethe temperament of adog. Individuals shop-ping around for a newpet should look careful-ly at all the dogs avail-able because black dogsare often overlooked.

It’s not just two-legged animals that are having a problem with obesity. Accord-ing to recent reports, pets are heavier than ever, too. Inactivity, too many snacks and poor diets are to blame for both pet and human obesity issues. The health implications can be severe for everyone involved.

Overweight animals can have high blood pressure, high choles-terol, risk for heart attack or stroke, risk for skeletal problems, such as hip dyspla-sia, and low self-es-teem, among other things.

The good news is some of the same meth-ods humans use to lose weight could be effec-tive for pets, too.

• Choose foods that list meat (protein) first. Too many pet foods have replaced the majority of protein with high-carbohydrate ingre-dients, such as wheat and corn.

• Watch portion

sizes. Use the portion suggestions on the food as a guideline for feed-ing a pet.

• Consider smaller, more frequent meals. Instead of one large meal, feed a dog or cat three small meals a day.

• Cut out nutrition-ally poor treats. Replace fatty dog bones with crunch carrots or broc-coli for better health.

• Get moving. Walk-ing a pet

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Pets don’t raid the refrigerator at night

and often rely on their owners for exercise and care.

Poor habits on the part of the pet owner could spell trouble for pets in terms of weight gain.

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McKinney’s theory about the multiple breaks in the left hind leg. The vet recom-mended that the leg be amputated that day. Cassandra spent

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affectionate. To make this story

a true Christmas Mir-acle, Cindy and Bryan from Brycyn Enterpris-es not only opened their home as foster parents and hearts to Cassan-dra, but they also paid for her entire surgery costs, which made it possible for us to help many more animals that needed our care at Christmas time.

If you are interested in adopting Cassan-dra, or another animal, please call 250-339-7722 for more informa-tion.

Thank you Cindy and Bryan Russwurm for helping Cassandra complete her Christmas miracle.

The BC SPCA is a non-profit organiza-tion funded primar-ily by public donations. Your financial support ensures that we can continue to prevent animal cruelty and pro-mote animal welfare. For more information, visit www.spca.bc.ca

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One is high tech, the other more tradi-tional, but Courtenay’s goal for its new map-ping tools is the same — to get people out and exploring the city’s parks and trails.

The new Interactive Parks and Recreation Map works on a Web browser, and lets users zoom in on different areas in Courtenay to view details on indi-vidual parks and trails. The map is colour-cod-ed to show different types of features at a glance.

The map allows users to see Courte-nay’s entire park and trail system, or search for parks with a par-ticular asset, such as playgrounds, trails or basketball courts. The map also provides details on the ameni-ties at Courtenay’s main recreation facili-ties.

Each listing includes links for directions through Google Maps, and virtual tours using Google Streetview.

To try the map, go to www.courtenay.ca/parks/index.html.

Courtenay’s other map project will help pedestrians and cyclists

travelling in East Cour-tenay. New signs have been posted in several locations along green-ways, highlighting both paved and unpaved routes. Signs can be found at Idiens Park, McDonald Road, Hawk Drive, Mallard Drive, and at the entrance to Hurford Hill Nature Park off Glen Urquhart Drive.

Randy Wiwchar, the city’s director of com-munity services, says the maps show the extent of Courtenay’s park and greenway

network.“These tools will be

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City will tell you where to go

NEW CITY SIGNAGE helps pedestrians and cyclists navigate East Courtenay.

VANIER SECONDARY STUDENTS read picture books they made aimed at five- and six-year-olds.

Lunar celebration soonMagnificent flowing silk drag-

ons and streamers. Lanterns, candles, firecrackers and fires.

Opulent feasts of auspicious-sounding dishes and sweets. Red envelopes stuffed with coins doled out to bowing children.

These are the vibrant images of Lunar New Year!

Friends and neighbours from across the Comox Valley and beyond can celebrate Lunar New Year with the Cumberland Muse-um on Feb. 11 at the Cumber-land Cultural Centre.

This annual celebration of respect and remembrance rec-ognizes the significant Chinese community that played an impor-tant role in the development of Cumberland and the wider Comox Valley.

Lunar New Year in Cum-

berland features exciting live entertainment from Ocean Rain Chinese Performing Arts Acad-emy, a traditional dinner, games and prizes, a multimedia presen-tation of film and images from Cumberland’s Chinatown and a silent auction.

All proceeds from the Cumber-land Museum Lunar New Year Celebration are dedicated to the development of exhibits and com-munity programs at the Cumber-land Museum.

This community event has sold out two years running; advance bookings are required.

Tickets are on sale now through the Cumberland Museum at 250-336-2445.

Adult tickets cost $25 and youth under 14 get in for $15.

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Students make books

Two of Mr. Stevens’ Social Studies 10 class-es from Vanier went to Aspen Park Elemen-tary school recently to read their self-made picture books to kin-dergarten and Grade 1 students.

The essence of the assignment was the students chose a theme or big idea from the curriculum the class covered and created a children’s book based on it.

Each student was expected to create their own characters, plot, and a lesson that was easily identifiable.

The students needed to create a story, write their own text, create their own pictures for each page while cater-ing to five- and six-year-olds.

Every single book was different, creative and allowed the stu-dents to demonstrate their knowledge in a ‘non-traditional’ meth-od.

“Seeing 15- and 16-year-old Grade 10 students read their own books to five- and six-year-olds was truly awesome,” a spokesper-son said.

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Every Friday we feature Valley history taken from our back issues.

Five years agothis week in the

Comox Valley Record: Members of 19 Wing

Comox air evacuated a man from the small community of Had-ley Bay in Johnstone Strait.

The man, 61, was suffering acute chest pains and needed to be taken to hospital. A 442 Squadron Cormorant helicopter transported him to Royal Jubilee in Victoria.

Ten years agothis week in the

Comox Valley Record: Hopes for a bright

future for the UBC Research Farm dimmed when the Liberal gov-ernment announced it would not provide $7.2 million pledged by for-mer premier Ujjal Dos-anjh on the eve of the 2001 election.

Dosanjh had given $50,000 to the Mont-ford Legacy Associa-tion to pay for a study leading to a viable business plan for the property. He then lost the election, and the offer became a moot point.

Fifteen years agothis week in the

Comox Valley Record: The latest thaw in

education funding left local schools out in the cold.

Then-premier Glen Clark announced the Province would fund more than $115 million worth of new schools, mainly in the Lower Mainland and Interior. The only Island dis-trict on his gift list was

Nanaimo-Ladysmith, which was to receive a $13.5-million second-ary school.

Former Comox Val-ley school board chair Len Morrow said local schools are tired of promises but no action.

Twenty years agothis week in the

Comox Valley Record: Taking fluoride out

of the water should require the same num-ber of votes as putting it in, acting Comox

mayor Bill Vincent said.

A resolution urging Island municipalities to approve that mea-sure went before coun-cil. The law requires a 60-per-cent majority to retain fluoride, the same vote needed to introduce it 20 years earlier. A referendum was set to decide the issue.

Twenty-five years ago this week in the Comox Valley Record:

F.4: The area’s Economic Strategy Commission was to recommend a formal study of amalgamation of district municipali-ties.

Kim Leaky, the Courtenay alderman heading the commission’s review of local governments, said it was clear much of the public favoured incorporating local governments into a single municipality.

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Editor’s note: This calendar is for special events put on by non-profit groups. We run as many as space permits, but only guarantee a calendar item appears once.Calendar items can be e-mailed to [email protected], faxed to 250-338-5568 or delivered to 765 McPhee Ave. Deadlines: Friday at 5 p.m. for Wednesday’s paper and Tues-day at noon for Friday’s paper. Include date, location, time and a contact phone number that can be published.

Friday, Feb. 3C.V. NEWCOMERS Women’s Walking Group (for those liv-ing in Comox Valley less than 2 years) meets for Roy Morrison Greenway walk; meet at Pun-tledge Park, 1st St. & Menzies, 8:50 a.m. FMI: Bev 250-871-2027, Glayne 250-339-0036, Louise 250-871-1443, www.Cvnewcomers.net.COMOX Seniors Association offers Nia classes with Ann Marie Lisch every Friday, d”Esterre House, 1801 Beau-fort Ave., 9–10:15 a.m. Drop-in $8/members, $10/guests (dur-ing February $8 for all); also monthly rates. FMI: Arabella 250-941-8885, [email protected] Seniors Club At the Movies, Rotary Hall, Flor-ence Filberg Centre, 12:30 p.m. FMI: 250-338-1000, www.evergreenseniors.org.

Saturday, Feb. 4C.V. FARMERS’ Market pres-ents entertainment by Pamela Tessmann, Native Sons Hall, 360 Cliffe Ave., 9 a.m.–noon. FMI: Vickey 250.218-321, www.comoxvalleyfarmers-market.com.KITTY CAT P.A.L. Society Adopt-A-Pal, Woofy’s, Ryan Rd. near Superstore, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FMI: www.kittycatpals.com.OCEAN Waves Square Dance Club Valentine Dance with callers Fran & Roger Archam-bault & cuers Lorna & Carmen Corbet, Florence Filberg Cen-tre, 7:30–10 p.m. FMI: Cathy or Guy 250-338-7942.

Sunday, Feb. 5KITTY CAT P.A.L. Society Adopt-A-Pal, Woofy’s, 2400 Cliffe Ave, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FMI: www.kittycatpals.com.COMOX Seniors Association presents Beyond Beginner Waltz workshop with the Paykarts & general dancing, d’Esterre House, 1801 Beau-fort Ave., 2–5 p.m. $10/mem-bers, $12/guests. FMI: Arabella 250-941-8885, [email protected] Street Fan Gath-ering, Best Western Westerly Hotel, registration 2:15–2:45 p.m., gathering 2:45–3:45 p.m. $3 at door. FMI: Wendy 250- 897-3697, [email protected].

Monday, Feb. 6C.V. CHRONIC Pain Support Group hosts educational ses-sion Emotional Well-Being, C.V. Nursing Centre, Glacier Room, 615–10th St., 2–4 p.m. Free; patients can self-refer. FMI: 250-331-8504.EVERGREEN Seniors Club Afternoon Tea Dance with music by Country Girls & Guys Band, Rotary Hall, Florence Filberg Centre, 2 p.m. FMI: 250-338-1000, www.ever-greenseniors.org.COMOX Seniors Association presents Waltz for Absolute Beginners & Slow Learners with Ray Chesin, d’Esterre House, 1801 Beaufort Ave., 3–4 p.m. Also Slow Foxtrot for Absolute Beginners 4:15–5:15 p.m. FMI: Arabella 250-941-8885, [email protected].

Tuesday, Feb. 7C.V. SOCIAL Planning Society Brown Bag Lunch meeting, LUSH Valley, 1126 Piercy Ave., noon. Presentation on Tran-sition Town process/progress. All welcome. Free; pre-regis-tration required. FMI: Bunny 250-335-2003.

COMOX Seniors Association offers Nia classes with Ann Marie Lisch every Tuesday, d”Esterre House, 1801 Beau-fort Ave., 3–4:15 p.m. Drop-in $8/members, $10/guests (dur-ing February $8 for all); also monthly rates. FMI: Arabella 250-941-8885, [email protected] (Support Our Seniors) Comox Valley meets, down-stairs, Florence Filberg Centre, 7 p.m. Discussion on pallia-tive care, or improving life’s ending quality. FMI: 250-334-2321, 250-338-6265.COURTENAY & District Muse-um presents illustrated lec-ture Exploring a Forgotten Coastline with historian Jea-nette Taylor, 7 p.m. Tickets $6 (+HST), advance recommend-ed. FMI: 250-334-0686.SOS (Support Our Seniors) Comox Valley meets, down-stairs Florence Filberg Centre, 7 p.m. Speaker Terri Odeneal of Hospice on end-of-life palliative care. FMI: 250-334-2321/250-338-6265.

Wednesday, Feb. 8EVERGREEN Seniors Club AGM, Rotary Hall, Florence Filberg Centre, 1 p.m. Cur-rent membership required to attend. FMI: 250-338-1000, www.evergreenseniors.org.

Thursday, Feb. 9KITTY CAT P.A.L. Society Adopt-A-Pal, Woofy’s, 2400 Cliffe Ave, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FMI: www.kittycatpals.com.CANADIAN Hard of Hearing Association Comox Valley Branch meeting, Tsolum Build-ing, Lewis Park, 10 a.m.–noon. Speaker hearing aid specialist Amy MacLean on newest in aids. All welcome. FMI: Sarah Trotter 250-339-5770.

Friday, Feb. 10C.V. NEWCOMERS Women’s Walking Group (for those liv-ing in Comox Valley less than 2 years) meets for Campbell River Seawalk walk; meet at Home Depot recycling area, 8:50 a.m. Carpool $5/passen-ger. Brunch at Willows Mar-ket afterwards (2266 S. Island Hwy.). FMI: Maureen 250-871-3337, Brenda 250-871-3680, Kate 250-338-9310, www.Cvnewcomers.net.LUSH Valley Food Action Soci-ety presents workshop Cutting up in the Kitchen, LUSH Valley Kitchen, 1126 Piercy Ave., Courtenay, 1–3 p.m. Cook 2 recipes together & take food home. Free; pre-register to reserve spot: 250-331-0152. FMI: [email protected] Seniors Club Armchair Travel presentation Reposition Cruise, Rotary Hall, Florence Filberg Centre, 1 p.m. FMI: 250-338-1000, www.evergreenseniors.org.

Saturday, Feb. 11C.V. FARMERS’ Market pres-ents entertainment by David Stevenson, Native Sons Hall, 360 Cliffe Ave., 9 a.m.–noon. FMI: Vickey 250-218-321, www.comoxvalleyfarmers-market.com.KITTY CAT P.A.L. Society Adopt-A-Pal, Woofy’s, Ryan Rd. near Superstore, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. AND at Bosley’s Pet Food Plus, Guthrie Rd. near Quality Foods, 11 a.m.– 2 p.m. FMI: www.kittycatpals.com.COALWATCH Comox Valley Society fundraiser dinner, Fanny Bay Community Hall, 7793 Old Island Hwy., doors 6:30 p.m. Dinner, cash bar, oyster bar, silent auction. FMI: John 250-335-2246, www.coalwatch.ca.

Sunday, Feb. 12KITTY CAT P.A.L. Society Adopt-A-Pal, Woofy’s, 2400 Cliffe Ave, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FMI: www.kittycatpals.com.

Monday, Feb. 13C.V. CHRONIC Pain Support Group hosts educational session Exercise, C.V. Nurs-ing Centre, Glacier Room, 615–10th St., 2–4 p.m. Free; patients can self-refer. FMI: 250-331-8504.

Editor’s note: This calendar isfor special events put on by non-profit groups. We run as

COMOX Seniors Associationoffers Nia classes with AnnMarie Lisch every Tuesday,

CALENDARCALENDARCommunityIll man airlifted by 442 Squadron

A SKIDDER CREW employed by Comox Logging and Railway Co. around the First World War takes a rare break.

PHOTO COURTESY CUMBERLAND MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES

SCOTTSTANFIELD

A LOOK BACK

Even in winter, cyclists can ride

What are the rights and obligations of cyclists and motorists if the cyclist should choose to ride on the highway under snowy winter conditions?

Uncleared pathways and cycling routes were forcing cyclists to choose to ride on the plowed streets of one Vancou-ver Island municipality resulting in a number of inquiries at city hall. Should cyclists be using the streets in winter time?

The legal answer to that ques-tion is yes, c y c l i s t s have every right to ride on the streets at any time of the year.

In fact, they have the same rights and duties as the driver of any other vehicle on our high-ways.

They must ride as closely as practical to the right side of the highway, which in win-ter may mean riding in the right side cleared track left by vehicle traffic.

Expect to find cyclists using left turn lanes and crossing between them and the right side as well.

What happens when a vehicle driver over-takes a cyclist in these circumstances?

The answer should be obvious — treat the cyclist as you would any other motor vehi-cle. Follow at a safe distance, pass when permitted and leave a generous safety mar-gin as you go by.

My major concern is that motor-ists will not grant the privileges that the cyclist is entitled to. Cycling in winter con-ditions is challenging

enough without need-ing to contend with selfish drivers.

Even though you have the right to cycle in winter conditions, discretion may dictate using another mode of transportation to pre-serve life and limb.

For more information on this topic, visit www.drivesmartbc.ca. Ques-tions or comments are welcome by e-mail to [email protected]. Tim Schewe is a retired RCMP consta-ble with many years of traffic law enforcement experience. His column appears Friday.

TIMSCHEWE

BEHIND THE WHEEL

❝ Cycling in winter conditions is challenging enough without needing to con-tend with selfish drivers. ❞

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Multiple Listing Service sales summary data released by the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board shows that 2012 began posi-tively over much of Vancouver Island in terms of real estate sales activity.

Across VIREB’s coverage area aver-age prices edged up three per cent more than what they were in 2011. The average sales price for a home sold within VIREB’s zones in January was $332,270 — a modest rise from the January, 2011 average price of $321,489.

“These are positive indicators for the year to come,” said VIREB president Guy Bezeau. “We are looking for stability and sustain-ability in real estate sales across the cov-erage area throughout the year and beyond.”

MLS statistics for January, 2012 mir-rors the numbers in terms of sales activity for the month. Across the VIREB area there were 216 single fam-ily units sold in Janu-ary, an increase of five per cent compared to last January when 205 homes were sold.

Statistics also show a slight increase in the number of list-ings on the market in VIREB’s coverage area compared to the same point a year ago. There are 2,173 single fam-ily homes listed, com-pared to 2,057 homes listed for sale at the end of January, 2011 – an increase of approxi-mately two per cent.

“There are areas on Vancouver Island that show more dramatic movement in activ-ity than others. Port

Alberni being a good example, where only three fewer homes were sold than a year ago, but that change generated an 18 per cent drop in unit sales,” Bezeau said.

“Don’t get too dis-tracted by fluctuations on a month-to-month basis in the smaller markets, as only a few sales can skew the pic-ture. The real strength is with the local real-

tors who understand the marketplaces they serve, and work for their clients accord-ingly.”

Comparing Janu-ary, 2012 to January, 2011, the average sale prices across VIREB’s six zones were as fol-lows: Campbell River edge upward two per cent to $298,584, the Comox Valley rose by four per cent to $345,631, Nanaimo’s

average sales price increased six per cent to $360,799, Parksville/Qualicum was down 12 per cent to $341,696, Port Alberni/West Coast increased four per cent to $208,033 and the Cowichan Val-ley rose a full nine per cent to $350,821.

VIREB represents more than 1,000 real-tor members in near-ly 90 member offices north of Victoria.

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www.comoxvalleyrecord.com BUSINESS COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Friday, February 3, 2012 A23

Business confidence growingThe B.C. barometer index

increased slightly from 68.0 in December to 69.3 in January.

Index levels between 65 and 75 indicate a growing economy.

The confidence level in B.C. has remained constant for the last several months.

The province ranks third in confidence to Alberta (73.3) and Saskatchewan (70.0).

Most employers do not plan to make changes to full-time employment levels (69 per cent), with 15 per cent planning to increase full-time employment and 16 per cent planning to

decrease employment.Further highlights:• 52 per cent of businesses in

B.C. say the overall state of busi-ness is satisfactory, 31 per cent say it is good and 17 per cent say it is bad.

• Taxes/regulations are the largest cost concern for business-es with 63 per cent of business owners saying these costs are causing difficulties for their busi-ness.

• 55 per cent of B.C. small businesses say that insufficient domestic demand is their great-est business constraint.

Shopping program turns 25After 25 years serving thou-

sands of housebound Thrifty Foods customers across Vancou-ver Island, Saltspring Island and the Lower Mainland, Wednesday marked the 25th anniversary of the volunteer-run shopping service dubbed Sendial.

“Sendial is unlike anything I have ever seen offered in this industry and we are proud to be part of such a critically impor-tant service,” company presi-dent Jim Dores said. “Sendial, with its long and vibrant his-tory, is more than just a weekly grocery delivery service, it is also a lifeline to many and I want to thank each of our more than 600 dedicated Sendial vol-unteers for the services they provide to our customers.”

Started in 1987 by Thrifty Foods customer Prue Cunning-ham and Thrifty Foods co-found-

er Alex A. Campbell, Sendial is a grocery shopping and home delivery service geared towards individuals who have been injured or have some other physical impediment to pre-vent them from easily accessing or independently shopping in stores. Sendial volunteers call customers, take orders and shop for groceries during the week. Thrifty Foods home delivery drivers then assist by deliver-ing orders to doors and, in some cases, into the homes of those in need.

“At the beginning I envisioned 30 volunteers and a few orders,” Cunningham wrote in 1988. “After just one year, we now have about 55 volunteers and average 100 orders a week.”

The Sendial program includes more than 600 volunteers and averages 1,000 grocery orders weekly. The service is available

in 25 Thrifty Foods stores. Sap-perton, the newest store to open under the banner, is scheduled to launch Sendial in the New Westminster area in the spring.

As part of the 25th anniversa-ry, Thrifty Foods also celebrated the efforts of five volunteers — Birnie Braithwaite, Ted Dever, Lorraine Harrington,Norma Lewis and Norma Wilson – who have been part of the program since 1987.

The celebration is part of an annual tradition to recognize years of service in the program. To view a digital history of the program, visit www.thriftyfoods.com/sendial.

Thrifty Foods was founded in 1977 in Victoria. A banner of Sobeys Inc., the business has a total of 27 retail grocery stores across the Lower Mainland and throughout Vancouver Island. Visit www.thriftyfoods.com.

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people to medical care.

Why nobody has spare cash

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This week: In heavy voting, 86 per cent of respondents said they would trav-el less on BC Ferries if fares climbed higher. Next week: Are you concerned about empty storefronts on Fifth Street in downtown Courtenay? Visit www.comoxvalleyrecord.com and vote in the Poll.

Record Question of the Week

Dear editor,The recent letters comparing

the minimum wage amounts in 1969 and now, and their relative purchasing power, miss one of the main reasons I believe some families feel broke these days.

It’s not wages or inflation, it’s the amount of crap we now feel compelled to buy in order to live the ‘average’ Canadian lifestyle. If we look at what people spend their money on now, compared to what it was spent on back then, we can see quickly why nobody has any spare cash.

When I was a kid, most families had one car. In my neighbourhood now, it’s more like every person. So even if the second (or third) car is paid for, between insurance, gas and maintenance, add $3,000 or more per car to the yearly family bud-get.

As kids, we had cheap func-tional bikes and rode them everywhere, mainly because we got tired of walking. Most par-ents, with only one car, refused to be chauffeur.

In the dark ages, 40 years ago, families had one phone. They had one TV, and no cable. A radio

or two, but no computerized any-thing. Somehow we survived, and went to the moon with the tech-nology of the day. Compare that to today, where media companies have us on monthly payments for Internet, cells, TV packages and data plans, plus extra hydro to run all the devices — an average modern family with 2.5 kids, three cellphones, games and HDTV probably spends over $400 a month, easily $5,000 per year on media and communica-tions when you add in a comput-er, widescreen, Blu-Ray player, game console, and new cell every few years.

Families in the late ‘60s ate their meals at home, brewed their own coffee, made lunches and didn’t eat fast food three times a week. People didn’t change their furniture every few years, and only the super rich had granite countertops or commercial grade stainless steel stoves and refrigerators.

The average house didn’t have every electrical gizmo appliance known to man, woman or the head buyer at Malwart.

Back then, it seemed things lasted a lot longer, the concept

of engineered obsolescence or short service life designed into products to ensure ongoing sales were only rumours. A product was expected to last a decade or more, not be replaced on a yearly basis, and people repaired things if they broke.

Machines were simpler, parts were made better (mostly in North America), and people weren’t forced to replace whole subassemblies to fix one small piece that failed.

Credit cards were not prolific and were hard to get. Debit cards didn’t exist, and if you wanted to buy something, you had to make a conscious decision to go to the bank, withdraw the cash, and buy the product.

I don’t think we can ever go backwards to ’the good old days,’ because they don’t exist.

But as we go forward, for those wondering why the money just doesn’t seem to go as far as it used to, try resisting the siren song of the advertising industry urging us to consume what we don’t need while spending money we don’t have.

Andy MacDougall,Royston

It’s a pity there can be only one recipient of each of the 12 Comox Valley Annual Community Awards, because there are always other worthy nominees.

Yet the Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce deserves an award itself for offering such a valu-able service.

The nominations period gets people thinking about which volunteers go the extra mile to make the Comox Valley a better place and which busi-nesspeople operate successfully.

Just to be nominated is flattering. There’s more of the same for any of the three finalists in each category. To actually receive an award brings extra recognition and each of the 12 becomes an inspira-tion for others.

Those who risk their own safety to save others from danger are always inspirational.

Paul Berry, manager/president of Comox Valley Ground Search and Rescue, is a good choice as Citi-zen of the Year.

Berry, who humbly has a difficult time talking about himself, makes sure the dedicated 60-mem-ber team gets its share of the credit.

Berry also oversees training and fundraising as well as volunteering for events such as the Canada Day and BC Day parades.

A successful business that is arguably the single greatest magnet to attract visitors to the Comox Valley, the Mount Washington Alpine Resort was a worthy selection as Business of the Year.

Completing two $3-million projects last year that make it more attractive to customers and employ-ing 120 to 900 people, most of whom live in the Comox Valley, didn’t hurt its chances of winning the award.

Congratulations to all other recipients, including local Rotarians, who earned the Heritage Recogni-tion Award. While having fun at numerous social activities, members of the four Comox Valley clubs do a tremendous amount of good locally and glob-ally.

Ray and Ann at Appletree Market earned the Small Business of the Year Award, putting a new exterior on the popular store, which otherwise might be an empty building.

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As protesting students noted this week, many post-secondary students struggle for years to repay the debt they compiled while earning an education.

Sprawl hurting city’s downtownDear editor,It should come as no surprise

that downtown Courtenay is suf-fering.

Let’s face it; it’s already devel-oped. It’s built, done, complete, no hope for new development there.

Real estate agents and strip mall contractors have noth-ing to gain from downtown, so why bother with it? The goal of successive councils has been to sprawl out the community and create satellite downtowns, the latest will be at Lerwick and Ryan.

Once the new Thrifty has opened near Home Depot

and Costco, along with the other stores that will make up the Ryan Hill downtown, why would anyone go to Fifth Street? How long does anyone think that Thrifty will keep their location on England open after the new store opens?

Unfortunately, Courtenay is following the same mistakes that Nanaimo made, build strip malls and box stores, until the downtown rolls over and dies. Once that happens, it will take years to resuscitate the patient, if at all.

Nice to hear Coun. Winchester blame the merchants.

Coun. Anglin is concerned, but

doesn’t feel it’s really the city’s business. Avoidance is the best policy. Thanks, Bill, way to go to bat for us.

Many people from elsewhere have commented to me that we have a great downtown. They want to know how we keep it so vibrant and current.

Well, I suppose it has a lot to do with the merchants, but that depends on who you talk to, I suppose.

Doug Kerr,Courtenay

Editor’s note: Doug Kerr owned a business on Fifth Street in downtown Courtenay and ran for Courtenay council in November.

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www.comoxvalleyrecord.com OPINION COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Friday, February 3, 2012 A25

Money well spentDear editor,In his letter entitled Enough

is enough (Record, Jan. 27), Francois Lepine no doubt incensed many readers.

My rebuttal, however, is lim-ited to his comments pertaining to soccer. Here are some points of clarification.

In his letter, he said; “Most soccer players in Canada would be overjoyed to play on a grass field in January, as is possible here….”

Actually, the majority of grass fields in the Valley have been closed for mostly all of December and January, as is the case every year, which is one of the primary reasons that artificial turf fields are needed here.

He went on to say “…but local soccer players wanted more and almost got all the rest of us to pay for it.” Actually, those who want more include not only the 1,500 member-strong soccer club plus its coaches and parents, but also other sports groups including field hockey and field lacrosse.

The reality is the entire com-munity stands to benefit from the proposed fields, particularly the student population of School District 71, as well many of the local hotels and businesses due to the economic spinoffs of sports tourism. As for paying for it, the soccer club is committing

$800,000 towards the project.Bigger picture cost savings

include those derived from the local medical system on account of improved community health and well-being, as well as those from the policing and judicial systems for keeping more kids occupied with a healthy activity and out of trouble.

Moreover, the popularity of soccer is skyrocketing in Canada, as was just demonstrated by the recent Olympic qualifying tour-nament in Vancouver. Soccer is a healthy affordable sport that inspires our young people and builds communities by bringing families together.

Rather than criticize the “parade that never ends,” the writer ought to be thankful and recognize that this parade consists mostly of dedicated vol-unteers who care enough about this community and the people in it to spend their valuable time helping to make it even better.

“High taxes and sub-standard basic municipal services may deter new arrivals”, but so too may the lack of in-demand infra-structure such as artificial turf fields, an aspect in which com-pared to other communities, ours is sadly lagging behind.

Matthew BlechaEditor’s note: Matthew Blecha

is the president of the Comox Val-ley United Soccer Club.

Services our backboneDear editor,Re: Francois Lepine’s rant

Enough is enough.Infrastructure and services

are the backbone of a commu-nity. Culture, leisure activities and sports are the soul. I cannot afford a private gym; therefore I am very grateful for the CRI gym in our little village.

I can afford almost any event at the Sid; I am hugely appre-ciative of their relatively low ticket prices compared to the Big Smoke.

Many families need two incomes to get by; low-cost day-care is all they can manage.

While I’m aware there are many private yoga teachers in the Valley, I feel blessed to go to classes taught by my all-time favourite yoga instructor, Sheron Jutila, through the CRA.

The Vancouver Island Moun-

tain Sports Society’s mandate is “to provide yearly grants to competitive athletes from Vancouver Island (and neigh-bouring Gulf Islands) who compete in mountain sports on Vancouver Island. The Centre will also serve as a classroom for local school and university groups, and provide a venue for recreational users and related events.”

The Comox Valley Art Gallery is a stunning venue, offering exciting exhibits and a first-class shop showcasing local artists. How I wish there could be a per-manent, year-round home for our Farmers’ Market.

I am happy to pay taxes to enjoy an enriched life in as glori-ous an area as we do. Perhaps a change of scenery, Mr. Lepine?

Gale Wheeler,Cumberland

Comox Valley ‘gets it’Dear editor,A big global thank you to every-

one who made Fiesta World Craft Bazaar 2011 the most successful ever!

Thank you to the Record for their support, muchas gracias to the dedicated 90 volunteers who make it happen, merci beaucoup to the non-profit groups and the fair trade vendors and artisans who work tirelessly and creatively all year and thank you to all of you who came and made the choice to shop with your heart.

One of the vendors from Van-couver took me aside at the end of a very busy day and said that she

was amazed that she didn’t need to constantly tell the story of fair trade and how she was working with Mayan women weavers in Guatemala.

She said that the Comox Valley “gets it,” they understand what fair trade.

2012 will be the 20th anniver-sary of Fiesta, and due to many requests, Fiesta will be held on two days, Nov. 17 and 18, at the Filberg Centre, upstairs and down!

See you at the bazaar at the World Community’s wonderful Film Festival this weekend.

Dave Talbot,Comox Valley

Put hospital downtownDear editor,An opportunity presents itself.The inner core is suffering. The

business demographic is changing.We must accept this fact.It took 100+ years to build the

community. We must continue to build it. Let us not abandon the hopes and dreams of our pioneers.

It is not up to the Walmarts, the Home Depots, Costcos and Superstores to shape our future. No blame to them — they all saw

a business opportunity and took advantage of it, on our invitation.

Here I present a plan to grow this community and redirect the erosion of the downtown core by replacing it with a new modern hospital.

The conversion would be accom-plished by legal, approved negotia-tion using professional assessors. We must move on. It is our choice. It can be done. Verne Benedictson,

Comox Valley

Carbon bubble looming

Dear editor,Whether it be the

coal mine proposed for the Baynes Sound area, or the Enbridge pipeline, the argument against each is the same.

Fossil fuels are a regressive industry causing collateral damage far outweigh-ing any supposed benefits. Rather than investing in fossil fuels, we should be looking to develop renewable energy sources.

A week ago, an open letter to the governor of the Bank of Eng-land warned that the global drive to reduce carbon emissions could mean billions of dollars of fossil fuel reserves will rapidly lose value and cause a major problem for institutional investors and pension funds.

“Investors con-tinue to pour cash into unsustainable assets without understanding the risks associated with these invest-ments, such as climate change, local pollu-tion, fossil fuel price volatility, political risk and environmental catastrophes,” said a member of the British prime minister’s busi-ness advisory group.

As with the housing bubble, there is now talk of a carbon bub-ble, due to overinvest-ment in the fossil fuel industry, which is on its way to becoming a fossil industry. Mean-while global invest-ment in clean energy reached a new high last year, despite the world financial crisis.

We need to be in that playing field. Let’s not allow our politicians to take B.C. the way of the dinosaurs.

M. Vaughan,Black Creek

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Home care so helpfulOne of the most common ques-

tions we hear from seniors (and family caregivers alike) is, “How do I get someone to help me with bath-ing, medications or getting dressed in my home?”

There is more than one answer to that question!

For the purpose of simplicity, I’ll start with the program called Home and Community Care. In another column, I’ll discuss why some fami-lies or seniors choose to use private pay care providers and tips on hiring the right com-pany or individual.

Home and Commu-nity Care of Vancouver Island Health Author-ity (VIHA — often pronounced VEE-HAH) provides community-based health services to assist individuals with some form of acute or chronic illness and/or physical challenge to remain inde-pendent in their home for as long as possible.

Eligibility for services is based on a standard assessment conducted by a case manager. A case manager will do the assessment in-home and determine type and frequency of home supports, whether or not an aging loved one would be a good candidate for adult day programs and/or placement in assisted living or a residential care facility.

The case manager also works with the client and family members to discuss a care plan and health goals.

If an older adult is eligible and accepts services, community health workers provide in-home support including assistance with bathing/showering, medication management, getting dressed, personal hygiene and toileting. Community health workers also provide respite for fam-ily caregivers.

Accessing Home and Community Care is always done through a refer-ral process. For instance, if you or an aging loved one was in hospital and discharged, sometimes case manag-ers at the hospital (called liaison case managers) organize home sup-

port, physiotherapy, occupational therapy or home care nursing to make sure clients have services in place when they return home.

In other instances a family physi-cian will make a referral to Home and Community Care if he or she feels additional support is need-ed. Or, a family caregiver, concerned neighbour or the senior themselves can make a referral to Home and Community Care.

Referrals can be made by calling 250-331-8570 or toll-free at 1-866-928-4988.

Once a referral is made, an intake co-ordinator will call the care recipient to get some details such as

basic contact information, major health concerns, family doctor’s contact information and BC Health Care number.

The time it takes to have an assessment date varies depending on the individual and their health needs. A good question to ask the intake co-ordinator is to ask about how long to expect to wait for the in-home assessment.

Once the intake process is com-plete, a case manager from VIHA will call to set up a time for an in-home visit. However, it’s not unusual for more than one health professional to make a visit.

For instance, if you’ve had a fall, a physiotherapist or occupational therapist may visit to help with exercises or mobility aids. Or if you have a wound, a home care nurse may provide treatment and educa-tion.

It’s advisable to keep a notepad by the phone and ask the person their name, what they do, which organiza-tion they are with and the date of the appointment.

This helps keep track of infor-mation and eases with followup, if required.

Wendy Johnstone is a gerontolo-gist and is the founder of Keystone Eldercare Solutions. Her column runs in the Comox Valley Record every second Friday.

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Valentine’s Day is coming up and I am already starting to feel disappointed. My hus-band never brings me flowers. I don’t usually care about presents, but I keep hoping that I will get flowers on Valentine’s Day. My friends all seem to get flowers from their hus-bands and when I don’t get them from mine, I feel disappointed and unloved. Then I feel guilty for feeling bad about not getting flow-ers. Other than cancel-ling Valentine’s Day, is there anyway to stop feeling this way?

You aren’t alone in feeling disappointed when your expecta-tions for Valentine’s Day aren’t met. This is the case for many people.

Fortunately, there is something you can do about this situation and it doesn’t require doing away with Valen-tine’s Day.

The first thing you can do is let your husband know what your expectations are regarding this day. It may be that he has a different idea about Valentine’s Day and he just isn’t aware that you have expectations that he isn’t meeting.

The thought of tell-ing your husband that you would like to receive flowers might be uncomfortable, but it is part of clear com-munication, and clear communication builds stronger relationships.

Find a time to tell him when you are calm; in the middle of an argument over something else is not a good time to bring it up. . .”Oh, yeah, and another thing. . . you never bring me flowers on Valentine’s day.”

Let him know that you feel disappointed when he doesn’t bring you flowers and that this year it would be really good if he did. Chances are he not only doesn’t know what is expected, but he doesn’t know the impact his not bringing flowers has on you.

It might be helpful for you to know that there are several ways to communicate love and that the giving and receiving of gifts is a valid part of the language of love. (You might want to read the Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman.)

Love is communi-cated through talk-ing. Telling each other about the love you bear for one another is an obvious way of express-ing love. It is important

to tell your partner not only that you love them, but what you love about them!

Love is communicat-ed through doing things for each other. In per-forming special kind-nesses or thoughtful acts, you let your part-ner know that you are thinking about them, that they are impor-tant to you and that you love them.

Things like topping up the oil in the car or picking up a carton of favourite ice cream or making a meal are also ways to say “I love you.”

Love is communicat-ed through spending time together. When you choose to spend

time with someone, you are letting them know that they are loved, that they are worth-while and that you want to be with them.

Love is communi-cated through physi-cal intimacy. Right from the moment of birth touch plays an important role in letting us know we are loved. When touch is com-fortable for both partners, e v e r y t h i n g from holding hands to sexual inter-course can be a way to say “I love you.”

Finally, love is com-municated through gift giving. It is the mes-sage of the gift that is usually important. The size or the cost of the gift is usually insignifi-cant compared to the thought and it is the thought that conveys the message of love.

A little reality check might also be helpful. Valentine’s Day has become a part of our culture, but it is also a marketing campaign that idealizes love and conveys the

message that love is about the giving and receiving of gifts and that the ultimate day to acknowledge love is Feb. 14.

The idea of honouring love and relationships and romance is not a bad one, and maybe the idea of making this a cultural celebration is not necessarily a bad idea either, but it is

OK to step outside the prescribed marketing images and ideas of how to celebrate, hon-our and express love.

Couples can make choices about how to integrate or not

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Take a few musicians with bluegrass roots, grow them up in Canadian soil, nour-ish them with influences like The Band, Blue Rodeo and Neil Young, and cultivate their talents in the tree-planting camps of northern British Columbia.

You’ll get the Breakmen, an award-win-ning West Coast indie-folk outfit and wor-thy heirs of the Canadiana tradition.

Having already won the Vox Pop Award for Americana Album of the Year at the Independent Music Awards, and having earned two Canadian Folk Music Award nominations for their previous album, When You Leave Town, the band is now embarking on Round Three of its tour to support its latest release, Heartwood.

The Breakmen will appear Feb. 9 at the Waverley Hotel in Cumberland.

With Heartwood, the band paid trib-ute to its Canadian roots-rock idols and sought to bring its impeccably crafted songs and tight har-monies to a wider audience — with bigger drum sounds and lots of vintage electric guitar.

Since taking the album on tour, the band has gradually evolved the rest of its rep-ertoire to match, making for a show that grabs listeners from well beyond the folk and bluegrass milieu.

Heartwood has been praised by the Georgia Straight for the “meticulous crafts-manship of the songwriting, the strength of the lead vocals, and the tightness of the harmonies,” which it says “distinguish the quartet from other Canadian outfits mining a similar vein.”

The San Francisco Guardian wrote they “bleed pure Americana,” while Germany’s Folkworld Magazine said the new album placed the band “on top of the Americana scene.”

The Breakmen formed in 2005, not long

after chief songwriters Archie Pateman and Lee Watson and bassist Matthew Lawson returned from a rare tree-planting contract that saw them all living and jamming in the same camp.

To round out the band, Pateman approached Ben Rogalsky, with whom he’d written music for an indie theatre produc-tion. Rogalsky is from a musical family — his brother Luke played in the ‘90s rock band Mystery Machine — and his brother Matt is a member of the up-and-coming Kingston band the Gertrudes — and he has a degree in music from Simon Fraser University.

Rogalsky also has a background in music for theatre and is a former member of the Flying Folk Army.

Watson and Lawson were childhood friends from Ontario, who had first played together during summer camp.

Pateman, too, is from a musical family and, like Watson and Lawson, had been studying bluegrass as a way of improving his skills on his instruments.

Pateman and Watson are forever study-ing great songs from all genres and evalu-ating their appeal in an effort to write original work with the same kind of reso-nance. Now, with their plugged-in new arrangements, they’ll bring those songs to an even bigger audience.

Catch them at Joe’s Garage on Feb. 8 for an inti-mate show or at the Waverley in Cum-berland the follow-ing night for a more high-energy dancy event.

Pateman, who lives in Cumberland, is excited to contrib-ute one-half of the proceeds from both shows to You Are Not Alone (YANA), a Comox Valley orga-nization that helps

families from School district 71 who need to seek medical assistance for their chil-dren that they can’t get at home. This unique charity has funded thousands of trips for medical treatment in Van-couver, Victoria, Toronto and even the U.S. and England.

When Pateman’s youngest son Clyde was born, the family relo-cated to Victoria due to his pre-mature arrival. YANA helped his family, and with support of the band, and their loyal fanbase, Pateman is keen to give back.

For more about the band, visit www.thebreakmen.com and www.facebook.com/the-breakmen.

Tickets cost $12 at Bop City, the Waverley Hotel or by phone at 250-336-8322. Doors open at 9:30 p.m.

— Cumberland Village Works

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When Pateman’s youngest son Clyde was born, the family relo-cated to Victoria due to his pre-mature arrival. YANA helped his family, and with support of theband, and their loyal fanbase, Pateman is keen to give back.

For more about the band, visit www.thebreakmen.com and www.facebook.com/the-breakmen.

Tickets cost $12 at Bop City, the Waverley Hotel or by phone at 250-336-8322. Doorsopen at 9:30 p.m.

— Cumberland Village Works

THE BREAKMEN VISIT JOE’S GARAGE on Feb. 8 and the

Waverley Hotel the following evening. Band member

Archie Pateman, who lives in Cumberland, has arranged

for half the proceeds from both shows to go to YANA.

When Pateman’s youngest son Clyde

was born, the family relocated to Victoria

due to his premature arrival. YANA helped

his family.

Breakmen ‘bleed pure Americana’ COMOX VALLEY RECORD FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2012 COURTENAY, B.C.

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The Pearl Ellis Gal-lery will host Heather Hughson’s first solo exhibition in Comox this month.

The show will run from Feb. 7 to 19 with a reception Feb. 12 between 1 and 4 p.m.

Hughson grew up in a small town in rural England and emi-grated to Ottawa with her parents when she

was 13. Ever travel-ling west, she moved to Vancouver in 1981 and then to Campbell River in 1986.

Hughson has dabbled in art all her life, but it wasn’t till she came to Campbell River that she was able to spend more time painting. She initially worked in watercolour but has now devoted the last

five years to acrylics. She also spent a year creating pen and ink drawings.

A passion for pho-tography emerged from the need to record the many images to later work on back at her studio.

The travels with her husband around the logging roads of Van-couver Island were an inspiration — from experiencing the soli-tude and sense of his-tory in a semi-deserted fishing or cannery vil-lages to coming across a patch of wild flowers deep in the forest.

“Of course,” Hugh-son says, “inspiration is all around us, from looking out towards the mountains on the mainland to hiking the trails next door - the scenery around the Campbell River area never stops to amaze!”

Hughson has partic-ipated in many group shows including: Pearl Ellis Gallery’s Mem-bers’ Show and Christ-mas Show; Campbell River Art Gallery/Arts Council’s Annual Members Show; Tide-mark Theatre Art Gal-lery; a Joint Show with Jane Super, Catherine MacLeod, and Car-rie Mulcahy (2009); Campbell River Arts Council’s Annual Photo Show; and vari-ous other shows at the Sybil Andrews Cot-tage.

She is an “in-house” artist at Still Water

Books & Art in Camp-bell River.

The Pearl Ellis Gal-lery is located at 1729 Comox Ave. in Comox. The hours of operation are Tuesday to Satur-day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. (the gallery is closed Mon-days). Admission is free.

The gallery is a non-profit public gallery and new members are always welcome.

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REFLECTIONS OF HOME is by Heather Hugh-son, who’s exhibiting her work at the Pearl Ellis Gallery starting Feb. 7.

Fun dance comingBring a sweetie or

meet a sweetie at the Jilli Martini Band dance at the Old Schoolhouse in Roys-ton on Feb. 11.

Do you need a rea-son to get out of the house? Do you need a place to wear that “hot little number?”

Well come on out then on Feb. 11 to a dress-up, cocktail-style dance that is couples- and singles-friendly.

The Jilli Martini Band will entertain you all evening and keep you on your feet with their wide variety of cover tunes of many styles and decades, primarily the ‘70s and ‘80s.

Throughout the evening, there will be savoury and sweet treats provided, catered by the fabulous Gourmet Girls Global Catering company of Cumberland. There will be a pay bar for beer and wine. A photo exhibition by Ron Pogue will be on dis-

play for the evening.Doors open at 8 and

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Jilli singing to support suicide awareness groupYou may have caught

a Jilli Martini show at a number of Comox Valley venues over the past few years.

Now’s your chance to catch them again as fea-tured performers of the 1st Tuesday Fundraiser event at the Mex Pub on Feb. 7.

Admission is by dona-tion, in support of Comox Valley Suicide Awareness, a group initiated by young people dedicated to rais-ing awareness around the devastating topic of teen suicide. Donations of food items for the food bank are also appreciated.

Jilli Martini (aka Jillian Gathright) is well-known as host of the acoustic jam at the “late” Pier Pub in Comox, and for her ability to perform a broad range of styles and genres. Her versatility as a vocalist, and the natural way she engages with her audiences has made her an appreci-ated part of the local music scene.

From sultry jazz lounge standards and bluesy easy listening all the way to the energy of a full-on rock dance band, Jill’s music is suited for a wide range of venues, and pretty much anywhere people want to have a good time: the Jazz Club at the Elks, local pubs,

clubs, cafes, as well as chari-table events, festivals, fairs, and private functions.

The Jilli Martini Band is an impressive merging of accomplished Comox Valley musicians. Jill is accompa-nied by vocalist Peter Cloud Panjoyah of Hornby Island, guitarist Doug Biggs, Andre Forgues on bass and Blair Bentley on drums.

While the Jilli Martini Band is primarily a dance band, they have put togeth-er acoustic arrangements of some of their favourite songs for this concert style setting. The show offers something for everyone.

As with all 1st Tuesday Fundraiser events, admis-sion for the event is by donation, with the featured act choosing a local charity to receive the cash dona-tions. For Jill, choosing a local charity was an easy choice.

“I immediately thought of Comox Valley Suicide Awareness,” she explains. “I was so moved by what I read about the new group in the paper, I knew it was something I wanted to sup-port.

“Being a mother myself, I know how difficult it can be to parent teens, just wanting your kids to be safe, healthy and happy in a world that just seems to

be the opposite. Trying to get close to them can seem almost impossible at times and very frustrating. I feel immense compassion and empathy for the families

that these tragedies hap-pen to, and I can’t imagine the lifelong pain these par-ents experience.

“Suicide can touch even the most ‘normal’ and lov-

ing families, and it does,” Jill continues. “These kids go to good schools in good communities, in a society where we would consider our resources to be bounti-ful.

“We’d like to think that people would have options, places to turn to before con-sidering the fateful decision to end their life. Apparent-ly, and unfortunately, some young people feel that sui-cide is their only option. This needs to be addressed, and I’m so glad that this group has been formed to at least create a forum for discussion.”

The Comox Valley Sui-cide Awareness initiative was started by a group of teens who want to remove what they describe as the “taboo nature” of the sub-ject of suicide. They created a Facebook page, which has over 1,400 members and is used by all ages as a way of reaching out and offering support to teens in our com-munity and their families.

The group would like the discussion of suicide to become more widespread and is inviting the public to post any ideas they might have on ways to build awareness. The money col-lected will help to fund some of these ideas, such as a yellow ribbon campaign.

Event organizer Judy Wing is hoping for a goodturnout.

“The 1st Tuesday events have given us the oppor-tunity to work with someawesome musicians andmeet the people who workbehind the scenes in ourlocal charities,” she says.“This is a great opportunityfor all of us to show oursupport and help to empow-er the young people in ourcommunity who want tomake a difference.”

The Jilli Martini Band invites you to join them foran evening that promisesto be musically satisfyingas well as entertaining. Jilland Peter take turns lead-ing the tunes, keeping theevening’s music selectionsdiverse and exciting. Peterbrings a candid, fresh andendless energy to the stage,as well as harmonies to adda rich, full sound.

Veteran players Andre and Blair will have you tap-ping along with their supersolid rhythm section, whileguitarist Doug Biggs willadd his tasteful style, aswell as a little “raunch” asneeded.

The evening starts at 7:30 p.m. For more infor-mation about 1st Tuesdayevents, visit www.judyand-bruce.com.

— Judy and Bruce Wing

SINGER JILL GATHRIGHT will lead the Jilli Martini Band at a 1st Tuesday Fundraiser next week that will support Comox Valley Suicide Awareness.

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Author sharing her life

Barbara Stewart is extraordinary, not because of the heights she’s reached, but because she is an ordi-nary woman who hit rock bottom and sur-vived to tell the tale.

Join Barbara at the Courtenay Library on Feb. 10 at 6:30 p.m. to hear her read from Campie, a beautifully written memoir that reveals her inspiring journey of recovery.

Barbara was liv-ing an average life as a single mother sup-porting her family. She shopped organic and owned her house.

A few missteps later, she was bankrupt and alone, a progression of events that’s revealed in snippets and letters as Campie unfolds. To find a way to eat and put a roof over her head, she took a job in Alberta’s oil fields.

Campie is a snap-shot of life in an oil-rig camp — an isolated portable trailer located off a frozen, unmarked road. The camp atten-dant, or campie, is the lowliest position in camp — and when the work is done, there’s nowhere to go.

The men on the rig eat, sleep and party. For a woman 17 years sober and trying to stay that way, it’s a chal-lenging environment.

Barbara Stewart is a truly evocative, strong-voiced new writer. Now 25 years sober, she has worked as a loan officer, housecleaner, nail girl and furniture salesperson.

In 2010, at age 56, she completed a BA in creative writing from UVic. Barbara’s articles have appeared in numerous literary journals and in the anthology called Best Canadian Essays 2011.

She was also short-listed in the CBC Liter-ary Awards competition for non-fiction. Campie is Barbara’s first book.

For more informa-tion, drop by the library at 300 Sixth St., call 250-334-3369 or visit www.virl.bc.ca. This is a free program and all are welcome.

— Courtenay Library

THE COMOX VALLEY Art Gallery-Toronto International Film Festival series continues this Sun-day with a Montreal filmmaker’s Monsieur Lazhar, nominated for the foreign-language Oscar.

Foreign film a touching dramaMontreal filmmaker Philippe

Falardeau’s touching drama Monsieur Lazhar has made the short list at the Academy Awards, in the category of best foreign-language film.

This is just the latest honour for the Falardeau film. It won the award as Best Canadian Feature at the Toronto Interna-tional Film Festival in Toronto and was recently named Best Canadian Film by the Toronto Film Critics Association.

Monsieur Lazhar is one of the most gripping Québécois films of the past decade. Following the tragic and shocking death of a Montreal schoolteacher, Bachir Lazhar (Fellag) — a middle-aged Algerian immigrant seek-ing political refuge in Quebec — swiftly pursues the opportu-nity to fill the sudden vacancy and come to the aid of the over-worked principal and students affected by this tragedy.

To these children in shock, Lazhar’s traditional teaching methods may well provide the structure they need. As more information about Lazhar’s own history is revealed, his struggles and experiences make him all the better suited to guide these children into adulthood. Mon-sieur Lazhar is further proof of Falardeau’s talent for drawing out depth and precision from child actors. The fine perfor-mances reflect the authenticity of the characters, and the story illustrates how adult hypocrisy and little white lies about death can turn a child’s world upside down when fate strikes.

A complex character study of loss, innocence and impos-ture, Monsieur Lazhar is a resplendent and tender tale about the lessons we learn from one another, regardless of age. Bachir has much to gain from his pupils, and so do we.

Other films for the winter/spring series are:

Feb. 19 — A Separation (drama);

March 4 — Pina (musical & performing arts);

March 18 — TBA.Film series tickets are on sale

now. Tickets are $11 each, avail-able at the CVAG Gift Shop in downtown Courtenay and Vid-eos N More in Comox. If the film does not sell out, tickets will also be available in the Rialto Theatre lobby before the film (cash only, exact change appre-ciated).

All films are shown on Sun-days at 5 p.m. at the Rialto Theatre in Courtenay at the Driftwood Mall and are fund-raisers for the Comox Valley Art Gallery. For updates and more information on the films, visit www.comoxvalleyartgallery.com or call 250-338-6211.

— Comox Valley Art Gallery

Artist Kobus offering classes

Chase the winter blahs away with fun and inspiring art class-es at the Comox Valley Art Gallery this Febru-ary.

With only a few seats left, local art-ist Tracy Kobus offers two classes this month for children: Wild and Wacky Animal Paint-ings for ages 5-8 on Feb. 4 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. (cost is $17+HST) or ages 8-11 on Feb. 11 from 10 a.m.-noon (cost is $27+HST).

Prices for children’s classes includes all supplies.

For adults, local art-ist Clive Powsey offers

a life drawing coursecalled Figure with 1000Faces, Myths, Memesand the Life Model onfour Tuesday eveningsbeginning Feb. 7 from6:30-9 p.m. This courseis for adults aged 18and beyond.

Classes will start with a brief slide showand then proceed totwo hours of drawingfrom a nude model.

Cost is $125+HST. Supplies are extra.

Classes take place at CVAG in the LowerLevel Studio.

To register, call 250-338-6211.

— Comox Valley Art Gallery

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Charlotte Gill spent 20 years working as a treeplanter in the for-ests of Canada.

During her mil-lion-tree career, she encountered hundreds of clearcuts, each one a collision site between human civilization and the natural world, a complicated landscape presenting geographic evidence of our appe-tites. Charged with sowing the new for-est in these clearcuts, treeplanters are a tribe caught between the stumps and the virgin timber, between envi-ronmentalists and log-gers.

In Eating Dirt, Gill offers up a slice of tree-planting life in all of its soggy, gritty exu-berance, while ques-tioning the ability of conifer plantations to replace original forests that evolved over mil-lennia into complex ecosystems. She looks at logging’s environ-

mental impact and its boom-and-bust history, and touches on the ver-satility of wood, from which we have devised countless creations as diverse as textiles and airplane parts.

Eating Dirt also eloquently evokes the wonder of trees, which grow from a tiny seed into one of the world’s largest organisms, our slowest-growing renew-able resource.

Most of all, the book joyously celebrates the priceless value of for-ests and the ancient, ever-changing relation-ship between humans and trees.

“With this book, Charlotte Gill has fit-ted a key piece, long missing from the story of West Coast logging. What happens after these wild landscapes have been stripped of trees is an important, if painful topic, and it is hard to imagine a writ-er (and treeplanter!)

better qualified than Gill to tell this story of death and rebirth in the woods.” — John Valliant, author of The Tiger and The Golden Spruce.

Gill is the author of the story collection Ladykiller, a finalist for the Governor Gen-eral’s Literary Award and winner of the Danuta Gleed Award and the B.C. Book Prize for fiction. Her work has appeared in Best Canadian Stories, the Journey Prize Sto-

ries, and many Cana-dian magazines andhas been broadcast onCBC Radio.

Gill speaks about her book Feb. 8 at 7p.m. at the CourtenayLibrary.

She will read from Eating Dirt, provide a brief PowerPoint pre-sentation about thetree-planting process,and participate in a Q&A following thereading. Books will beavailable for signing.

— D&M Publishers Inc.

Willy Blizzard is rid-ing a musical journey that literally spans the decades, even the cen-turies.

Their 2010 album In From the Cold conveys the emotional depth of a songwriter who is so earth-centred he actu-ally holds a degree in agriculture.

Willy Blizzard is fronted by lead vocalist John Hough, who has shared the stage with David Rea, Jesse Win-chester, and Canada’s beloved Valdy. He has opened for Tom Russell at Vancouver’s Rogue Folk Club, and his performance credits include the Vancouver Folk Festival, the Mis-sion Folk Festival, the Filberg Festival and Harrison Festival of the Arts.

John’s former Celtic band Under The Moss brought his warm bari-tone vocals to wider audiences when his band was the feature at the Expo 86 Folklife pavilion.

John’s public perfor-mance history began at age four back in Toron-to when he gave an impromptu, but well-received, performance of Kawliga in McGir-vens Grocery Store. He won his first official singing contest at age 18 at the old Caribou Club in Toronto, where he was privileged to play with Bob Lucier and Johnny Burke.

Willy Blizzard’s album In From The Cold is essential Amer-icana. Its rich detail has met with generous

praise from press and critics both in Canada and Europe.

The past year has found Willy Blizzard enchanting audienc-es on tour in West-ern Canada, making appearances at festi-vals such as Kaslo Folk Festival, Desert Daze and sharing the bill with artists like Linda McRae, Romi Mayes, Andrea Ramolo and Dustin Bentall.

As the principal songwriter for Willy Blizzard, Hough has garnered airplay on many CBC Radio pro-grams like North By Northwest, Morning-side (Peter Gzowski), The Early Edition, Vicki Gabereau and Folksounds (KBCS).

John’s musical his-tory includes many TV and movie place-ments. The song Eamonn An Cnoic was purchased by Gordon Lightfoot for use in the feature film Harry Tracey starring Bruce Dern.

A true nature lover since long before the contemporary environ-

mental movement took hold, John’s academic background in biol-ogy deeply informs his songwriting. Few writ-ers can authentically utilize lyrics like sym-biotic parasite in their work (Hallie).

Bringing along his beloved Martin D18 and his trusty Sada to earlier careers as a canoeing instructor and outdoor educa-tion instructor, John has also served as a very popular teacher of math and science to generations of guitar-loving teens.

In Willy Blizzard, right brain meets left brain to sustain an enduring encounter through music.

These guys will be playing music to soothe the soul Feb. 11 at Joe’s Garage. Advance tickets are available for $15 at Bop City Records. Joe’s is a licensed restaurant with the kitchen open-ing on show nights at 6:30 for the evening. Dinner reservations can be made at www.joeson5th.ca.

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THE LEAD SONGWRITER for Willy Blizzard is so earth-centred he holds a degree in agriculture.

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Ex-treeplanter now author

The Capilano Uni-versity Singers are an award-winning mixed choir from Vancouver.

Their repertoire ranges from classical works to cutting-edge modern compositions. Thursday’s program will run the gamut from early madrigals by Thomas Morely, through selections from Mozart’s Mass in C minor, and all the way to contemporary works of Eric Whitare. Director Lars Kaario is the head instructor of Capilano University’s Conducting Certificate Program and the Direc-tor of Choral Studies in the Diploma of Music Program the group is mainly comprised of students majoring in vocal studies.

The University Sing-

ers will be joined by Cantiamo on Feb. 9 at 7:30 p.m. at the Old Church Theatre in Courtenay.

Tickets cost $10 at Videos ‘n’ More or at the door. Cantiamo is an auditioned youth choir well-known local-ly for their spirited and varied performances.

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Capilano Singers Cantiamo’s guests

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ONGOINGAVALANCHE BAR & GRILL jam night every Tuesday at 8:30 p.m. Comedy night on the third Thursday of the month, starting at 9 p.m. House Ten85 DJs live music starting every Saturday at 9 p.m. FMI: 250-331-0334.COMOX VALLEY ART GAL-LERY open Mondays to Sat-urdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. FMI: 250-338-6211, www.comoxvalleyartgallery.com or Facebook fan page called Comox Valley Art Gallery.CORRE ALICE GALLERY in Cumberland at 2781 Dunsmuir Ave. Hours 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Satur-days. WOMANCENTRIC runs from March 1 to 29 celebrat-ing International Women’s Day. Official opening March 8 at 7 p.m. FMI: 250-400-4099.ELKS HALL in Courtenay offers open mic Wednesdays, 8 p.m. FMI: 250-334-2512.GATEHOUSE BISTRO AND GALLERY in Cumberland. FMI: Betty Boyle at 778-428-0530 or the Bistro at 250-336-8099.GRIFFIN PUB north of CFB Comox host to Jazztet every Sunday from 5 to 9 p.m.KING GEORGE HOTEL Plea-sure Craft Theatre presents Star Quest! The legendary live improvised soap opera hap-pens Monday nights from January to May at 7 p.m. in Cumberland. All ages. Admis-sion by donation.MEX PUB has a Rock ‘n Coun-try Jam ‘n Dance hosted by Outlaw Fever on Tuesdays (except the first Tuesday of the month), starting at 9 p.m.MUIR ART GALLERY open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 440 Ander-ton Avenue, Courtenay. Tues-days through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. FMI: www.comoxvalleyarts.org.PEARL ELLIS GALLERY in Comox open Tuesdays to Sat-urdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays 1 to 4 p.m. Myshree Tsai Show & Sale to Feb. 5. Heather Hughson Show & Sale from Feb. 7 to 19 at 1729 Comox Ave. FMI: www.pearl-ellisgallery.com.POTTERS PLACE in Courtenay open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. FMI: www.thepottersplace.ca or 250-334-4613.WAVERLEY HOTEL jam night with Brodie Dawson and friends runs every Thursday, no cover. Visit www.waver-leyhotel.ca.WHISTLE STOP PUB house band Big Fun on stage each weekend.ZOCALO CAFÉ, bassist Tim Croft plays duets with dif-ferent musicians in various genres Thursdays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Anderson Jazz Syndicate performs on the last Friday of each month. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. Macro photography in November.

Friday, Feb. 3WORLD COMMUNITY FILM FESTIVAL, various Courte-nay locations. Tickets at Sid Williams Theatre box office. Phone 250-338-2430 or order online at www.sidwilliamsthe-atre.com. FMI: www.world-community.ca.

Saturday, Feb. 4WORLD COMMUNITY FILM FESTIVAL, various Courte-nay locations. Tickets at Sid Williams Theatre box office. Phone 250-338-2430 or order online at www.sidwilliamsthe-atre.com. FMI: www.world-community.ca.

Sunday, Feb. 5COMOX VALLEY ART GAL-LERY presents TIFF movie Monsieur Lazhar at Rialto Theatre, 5 p.m. Tickets $11 at CVAG shop. FMI: 250-338-6211.

Tuesday, Feb. 7JILLI MARTINI BAND in 1st Tuesday Fundraiser, 7:30 p.m., Mex Pub. Admission by dona-tion. Proceeds to Comox Val-ley Suicide Awareness.

Wednesday, Feb. 8BREAKMEN at Joe’s Garage in Courtenay.CHARLOTTE GILL reads from her book, 7 p.m., Courtenay Library.

Thursday, Feb. 9BREAKMEN at Waverley Hotel in Cumberland. Tickets at Bop City, the Waverley Hotel or by phone at 250-336-8322. Doors open at 9:30 p.m.CANTIAMO CHAMBER ENSEMBLE welcomes the Cap-ilano University Singers, 7:30 p.m., Old Church Theatre in Courtenay. Tickets $10, avail-able at Videos ‘n’ More or at the door.

Friday, Feb. 10BREAKMEN at Hornby Island Community Hall.BARBARA STEWART reads from her book, 6:30 p.m., Courtenay Library. FMI: 250-334-3369 or www.virl.bc.ca.

Saturday, Feb. 11WILLY BLIZZARD at Joe’s Garage. Tickets at Bop City Records. FMI: www.joeson5th.ca.JILLI MARTINI BAND plays at Old schoolhouse in Royston. Doors open at 8, dance from 8:30 to midnight. Advance tickets at Bop City, or e-mail [email protected].

Wednesday, Feb. 15CV ART GALLERY: ART21 (PBS doc.) short film/discussion. 3:30-4:30pm, free or by dona-tion. FMI 338-6211.

Sunday, Feb. 19L’ARCHE COMOX VALLEY presents Kiss the Moon, Kiss the Sun, a Norm Foster play, upper Filberg Centre. doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets at L’Arche Outreach Centre (1744 England Ave. in Courtenay), at 250-334-8320, Laughing Oys-ter Bookhop and Blue Heron Books.COMOX VALLEY ART GAL-LERY presents TIFF movie A Separation at Rialto Theatre, 5 p.m. Tickets $11 at CVAG gift shop. FMI: 250-338-6211.

Friday, Feb. 24RYAN McMAHON and CRAIG CARDIFF live at Joe’s Garage. Kitchen opens at 6:30 p.m., show starts at 8:30 p.m. FMI: ryanmcmahon.com.

Wednesday, Feb. 29COMOX VALLEY ART GAL-LERY short film/discussion, 3:30-4:30 p.m., free or by donation. FMI: 250-338-6211.

Saturday, March 25COMOX VALLEY CAMERA CLUB holds ImageFest, 7:30 p.m., Sid Williams Theatre. Tickets at Sid box office, by phone at 250-338-2430, or at www.sidwilliamstheatre.com.FYI: www.comoxvalleycam-eraclub.org.

April 27RON JAMES performs at Sid Williams Theatre, 8 p.m. Tick-ets at Sid Williams box office or phone 250-338-2430, ext. 1.

Friday, July 6VANCOUVER ISLAND MUSICFEST at Comox Val-ley Exhibition Grounds. FMI: islandmusicfest.com.

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Sunday, July 8VANCOUVER ISLAND MUSICFEST at Comox Val-ley Exhibition Grounds. FMI: islandmusicfest.com.

Friday, Aug. 3FILBERG FESTIVAL at Filberg Park in Comox. FMI: www.filbergfestival.com.

ONGOINGAVALANCHE BAR & GRILL jam night every Tuesday at 8:30

Wednesday, Feb. 8BREAKMEN at Joe’s Garage in Courtenay

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COMOX VALLEY SINGER and songwriter Joey Clarkson will take her talent to the United Arab Emirates.

It is hard to pin Joey Clarkson’s feet to the ground. She definitely has the travelling bug.

This time she is off to the United Arab Emirates to teach musical the-atre camp to a group of ex-pat home-schoolers.

“I am so excited,” beams the tal-ented 22-year-old. “I love to travel and I love to teach, I am so lucky to be able to combine the two!”

And lucky the girl is. Her musical theatre days have been a hit in the Valley and all over the Island and Lower Mainland with homeschoolers and correspondence schools alike. Clarkson has been running her own business since she was 16 and her students number in the hundreds.

Teaching comes naturally to this young entrepreneur.

Climbing the ladder from a small local theatre instruction company where she instructed beginner class-es at 13, with private vocal students at 16, directed and produced her first full length musical at 18, wrote, directed and produced her first full length musical at 20, to Rainbow Theatre’s youngest musical director

for the past two years, music is cer-tainly in her blood.

Not one to let an opportunity slip away, this energetic young lady will be combining her classes with a small tour of the U.K. and Ire-land promoting her recording career. Signed under the Highland Music Multimedia label, Joey’s single MJ Get Out is enjoying airplay on sta-tions around B.C., as far north as Nunavut and as far east as Toronto. She has been featured on BBC Radio Norwich in England.

Joey is offering one more day of fun and music before she flies, Feb. 6 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.at 3-1491 McPhee Ave. in Courtenay. Working on a Disney montage with lots of energy and laughter this day prom-ises to leave your children happy and exhausted.

This six-hour day will conclude with an informal presentation at 2:30 for family and friends. Class fee is $50 and suitable for school-aged children.

Contact Joey at [email protected] to reserve your space.

— Joey Clarkson

Clarkson on road again

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Mitchell SmythMeridian Writers’ Group

O C K L A W A H A , Florida—Little has changed in 75 years here on County Road 25, about 32 kilometres south of Ocala. As you look toward the two-storey frame house fronting Lake Weir it’s easy to imagine your-self on this spot in the pre-dawn hours of Jan. 16, 1935.

In your mind’s eye you can see vintage Fords and Packards glide up, their motors cut and their lights doused, and watch as the FBI agents alight and take up positions behind the oak trees and in the orange grove.

At 7 a.m., the shoot-ing started. When it was over Arizona Kate (“Ma”) Barker and her son Fred were dead. They had been the last two members of the Ma Barker gang still at large.

In the previous year Ma and sons Fred and Arthur (“Doc”) had mounted a crime spree across Depression-era mid-western America, robbing banks and killing 10 people in the process. Just how involved Ma Barker, 58, was in the actual crimes is still a matter of debate. But the gang kidnapped a banker – a federal offence – and that brought the FBI into the chase.

Hours after the gun battle, FBI director J. Edgar Hoover met the press. He didn’t tell

who gave the “bandit queen” away, but the locals will tell you that Ma and Fred were undone by an alligator called Old Joe.

The four-bedroom house, with a screened patio out front, today looks pretty much as it did in 1935.

A few years ago its then-resident showed me around, pointing out some of the bullet holes in the walls (the FBI pumped in 1,500 to 2,000 rounds).

And in the upstairs room where Ma and Fred went down shoot-ing, he spoke about Old Joe.

He said that early

in January 1935 the G-men had captured Doc Barker in Chicago and grilled him about where Ma and Fred were hiding.

“Doc wouldn’t talk,” my contact said, “but the agents had found part of a letter which they believed was from Ma or Fred. It said that where they were holed up there was good hunting for a three-legged alligator called Old Joe.

“So Hoover sent agents through Geor-gia, Louisiana, Florida, all through the south-east. In less than a week they found there was just such an alliga-

tor in Lake Weir.”The agents asked

around and found that an elderly “Mrs. Black-burn” and her son “Blackie” had rented the lakefront house off Route 25. A neighbour recognized them as Ma and Fred from FBI mug shots.

The house is private property, off-limits to tourists. But for sev-eral years it was open to the public for a day each year, when a re-creation of the shoot-out was staged.

“We had antique cars, and sheriff ’s depart-ment staffers played the FBI agents,” says Richard Lillie, presi-

dent of the Lake Weir Chamber of Commerce. “But then we found it difficult to get enough volunteers so the re-enactment hasn’t been held since 2006.”

But visitors can still hear the story from the patrons in Ma Barker’s

Hideaway, a tavern afew hundred metresdown the road.

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“SURRENDER, MA,” THE G-men yelled outside this house in Ocklawa-ha, Florida, in 1935. But Ma Barker and her son Fred didn’t, and died in the subsequent gun battle. Aside from patching up the bullet holes, little has changed here since then.

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Judi LeesMeridian Writers’ Group

CHENNAI, India—The Grade 1 classroom in St. Joseph’s school is a buzz of kinetic ener-gy. There is a continu-ous chatter of voices, and 50 little bodies squirm at their desks or wander around the room. Thankfully, the sari-clad teacher comes through the door and invokes some sem-blance of order so that I can proceed to teach.

I use the term “teach” loosely. As a volunteer my duty is to familiarize the chil-dren with English. My friend and I are part of a Global Volunteers team, a United States–based organization that sends willing workers to 20 countries; we actually pay to take part in non-profit proj-ects. (This trip cost about US$2,300, plus airfare.)

Although I’ve vol-unteered before I find India particularly chal-lenging. Chennai, a city of seven million, is a sticky, traffic-infest-ed hive of noise. The daily temperature hov-ers around 38 degrees Celsius. The days are long: each one of them I am in five different classrooms, from kin-dergarten to Grade 5; each evening, we spend an hour at an orphan-age that houses 39 children.

Although our team of six is put up in a com-fortable guesthouse, it is basic by North Amer-ican standards. Yet all of us, who range in age from 20 to 65, are happy to be here.

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Ian KennedyRecord Contributor

“Who are all these new guys?” asked a spectator at the AFC Construction Comox Valley Kickers men’s Div. 3 rugby match Sunday at Village Park, Cumber-land.

Well might he ask. Over the last few weeks an influx of new players, particularly from Campbell River, has seen the Kickers with a surplus of players standing on the sidelines looking to get on the field. “It’s a bit of a problem,” says Kickers’ coach Aaron L’Arrive. “A lot of these new guys play in the back-row and in the centres and I have a hard time making sure everyone gets a game.”

One of the new players, Damian Kodaba, showed a great deal of pace and grit Sunday as he scored one of the Kickers’ seven tries in a 44-0 romp over the lack-lustre Cowichan Piggies, a mere shadow of the once powerful side that used to be the Kickers’ nemesis.

“I usually play scrum-half, which I did for awhile today, but they put me on the wing as well, and I had a great time. I was lucky enough to score a try and get a few good runs,” offered the former Carihi player. “There isn’t a men’s team in Campbell River anymore and some of us decided to drive down and attend a Kickers’ practice and test the waters. We really liked what we saw and now a bunch of us carpool down every week. We’re really enjoying it.”

The Kickers began well, spinning the ball through the backs until another newcomer, centre John Vinnedge, a former Van-couver Rowing Club player, went in for the opening score just two minutes after the opening whistle. Eli Cummins converted to make it 7-0.

Tries by wing Tim Begg (back from a sabbatical) for his first of the season; centre Steve Hextall with two (his 13th and 14th of the year), and another by centre Cummins left the half-time score at 27-0 and demonstrated the complete dominance of the Kickers’ back-line. Kodaba scored his to open the second half followed by others from Mike Magee and Leigh Burley, which Cummins converted, to create the final 44-0 tally.

“It was a great way to open the second-half cam-paign,” offered Kicker cap-tain Cummins. “We were somewhat rusty but we started the first half strong-ly and then got a bit sloppy toward the end of the game. Konrad Nikkle controlled

the game well for us at #10 and Jeremy Grootendorst played really well in the pack, taking nearly every line-out ball and was quick to the break-down as well. Brad Hannah played his usual strong game when he came on. Yes, Steve Hextall did score two tries, but he doesn’t deserve any credit. That’s what we’ve grown to expect of him. He’s just a try-scoring machine.”

The Kickers men will take the ferry across the strait this Sunday, Feb. 5 to play Powell River.

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The G.P. Vanier Towhees Grade 9 boys basketball team finished third at their home tournament, played Jan. 27-28 at Lake Trail Middle School.

Robert Bateman Timber-wolves of Abbotsford took top spot while Dover Bay Dolphins of Nanaimo fin-ished second.

Vanier played its first game against Dover Bay’s Grade 8 team and post-ed a 55-32 win. “It was a good game against a very talented and well-coached Grade 8 team. They will be a handful next year,” Vani-er coach James Shepherd said. Player of the game for Vanier was Jerram Gaw-

ley. Sean McGinnis led the team with 12 points.

The Towhees second game was against the Tim-berwolves. Vanier scored the most points against them and had the lowest point difference of any team in the tournament. Final score was 61-50 Timber-wolves. Player of the game for Vanier was Bryce Olsen who also led the team in scoring with 16.

In their third game Vani-er defeated Phoenix Fire-birds of Campbell River 53-39. Player of the game for Vanier was Brandon Balon. Three players led the scoring with 12 points each; Balon, Gawley and Olsen.

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Happy’s Source for Sports Midget Tier 1 Chiefs entered into their playoff round Saturday hosting the Campbell River Tyees for game one of the round-robin series that will see one of four teams vying for the provincial champion-ship in March.

Even though these two teams have played in different tiers all season, they have enjoyed a spirited and closely matched rivalry in exhibition games, and Saturday’s game was no exception in a game that saw the Chiefs prevail 4-2.

Both teams battled hard for the first two

periods, however these periods would belong to the goaltenders, and Comox’s Alex Olson did not disappoint.

The Chiefs capital-ized on an early third period penalty against the Tyees to open the scoring, and less than two minutes later Bretton Gable’s second of the game gave the Chiefs a two-goal lead with assists from Aus-tin McNeil and Cody Eliason.

Campbell River nar-rowed the lead to one at the halfway point of the third, but the Chiefs battled back hard to maintain con-trol of the game and stretched their lead to

two with a power-play goal by Wade Bartlett from Jordan Crisp with 2:37 remaining in the game.

The Tyees were not ready to give up, and less than a minute later with an empty net,

pressured the Chiefs and again narrowed the lead to one. The Chiefs tightened up defensively, and with a solid pass by Jor-dan Crisp to clear the defensive zone, Gable got around the Tyees’

defence and completed his hat trick on the Tyees’ empty net.

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COMOX VALLEY MINOR Hockey is thrilled to showcase their new rep jerseys. “A big thank you to Tim at Happy’s Source for Sports,” a CVMHA spokesperson said. Wearing the new jerseys are the captains from each rep team. From left to right: Back row - Declan Garrood, Midget Tier 1 Happy’s Source for Sports; Tyson Wilson, Midget Tier 2, Rideout Construction; Joe Surgenor, Bantam Tier 1 Lube-X Fast Oil Change. Front row - Keenan Toal, Peewee Tier 2, Courtenay Legion Branch #17; Colby Black, Atom B, Swift Datoo and Company; Ben Alexander, Peewee Tier 1, Courtenay Mazda; Alex Wilford, Bantam Tier 2, Comox Centre Mall; and Gabe Schovanek, Atom A, Courtenay Toyota.

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The annual Super Bowl party at the Courtenay Elks’ is this Sunday, Feb. 5.

You can watch the game on the big screen with a chance to win prizes. Help yourself to complimentary home-made chili and hot dogs.

The Elks’ is locat-ed at 231 6th St. in Courtenay. For more information, call 250-334-2512.

The annual winter meeting of the Komoux Masters Real Baseball League will be held Feb. 13, 7 p.m. at the Investors Group Cour-tenay office in the Safe-way Plaza. All team reps must attend. Our Service Department will continue to offer their high level of service on all makes and models!

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Thrifty Foods - - - -Western One - - - -Hitec - - - -

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Standings as of Jan. 26Team PtsCourtenay Legion A 282Elks 259Courtenay Legion B 222

Comox Legion A 203Comox Legion B 195Griffin Pub Flyers 186Comox Legion C 160Griffin Pub 125

Top 10 AveragesPlayer Avg.Bill Durant 63.63Ernie Linden 58.71Terry Jackson 57.95Hap Hanson 55.76

Wayne Joy 55.40Daniel Leaman 55.04Nick Doubinin 54.29Ken Hayes 54.16Clair Stephens 54.06Art Forbes 53.93High Checkout Shane Dennis 131High Score Bud Eglund 177, Hap Hanson 177180s Art Forbes 3, Terry Hills,

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Last Weekend’s GamesSaturday, Jan. 28Happy’s Source for Sports Midget Tier 1 Chiefs vs. Campbell River win 4-2Rideout Construction Midget Tier 2 Chiefs vs. Nanaimo win 5-2Lube-X Fast Oil Change Bantam Tier 1 Chiefs vs. Powell River win 6-3Branch #17 Legion Peewee Tier 2 Chiefs vs. Nanaimo loss 3-0Swift Datoo Atom B Chiefs vs. Port Alberni loss 10-3Sunday, Jan. 29Rideout Construction Midget Tier 2 Chiefs vs. Juan de Fuca tie 3-3Brian Rice Toyota Atom A Chiefs vs. Campbell River loss 4-3Branch #17 Legion Peewee Tier 2 Chiefs vs. Campbell River win 3-2Brian Rice Toyota Atom A Chiefs vs. Campbell River win 8-5

This Weekend’s GamesSaturday, Feb. 4 Sports Centre #1Courtenay Legion Branch #17 Peewee Tier 2 Chiefs vs. Cowichan Valley 12:15-2:15 p.m.Courtenay Mazda Peewee Tier 1 Chiefs vs. Victoria Racquet Club 2:30- 4:30 p.m.Rideout Construction Midget Tier 2 Chiefs vs. Cowichan Valley 4:45-6:45 p.m.Sunday, Feb. 5Sports Centre #1Courtenay Legion Branch #17 Peewee Tier 2 Chiefs vs. Oceanside 10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.Comox Centre Mall Bantam Tier 2 Chiefs vs. Juan de Fuca 1-3 p.m.Lube-X Fast Oil Change Bantam Tier 1 Chiefs vs. Cowichan Valley 3:15- 5:15 p.m.

Come out and support your local minor hockey teams

VANCOUVER ISLAND JUNIOR LEAGUE

Standings as of Jan. 28North Division

Team GP W L OTL PTS GF GAComox Valley Glacier Kings 36 19 14 3 41 132 121Oceanside Generals 35 17 16 2 36 124 144Campbell River Storm 36 12 23 1 25 114 163

South DivisionTeam GP W L OTL PTS GF GAVictoria Cougars 37 31 5 1 63 177 87Saanich Braves 35 17 14 4 38 146 132 Peninsula Panthers 34 15 16 3 33 129 147Kerry Park Islanders 35 13 19 3 29 118 146Jan. 27 Comox Valley 4 Saanich 3Feb. 2 Comox Valley @ Kerry ParkFeb. 3 Oceanside vs. Comox Valley 7:30 p.m. Sports Centre #1

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Baynes Sound is a huge sea gar-den area that

has produced food for Comox Valley residents for thousands of years. The picture with this column features natu-ral produce from the waters of the sound and land-based agriculture from our garden which is on the uplands above the sound.

In my Jan. 13 col-umn I noted that it is about 30 kilometres from Goose Spit to Chrome Island light. To further illustrate the size of the aqua-culture garden, if you were to kayak around the perimeter of the sound you would trav-el approximately 100 kilometres. The produc-tive aquaculture zone is of varying width, depending on species, but it would stretch from Cumberland to Nanaimo. It produces local seafood for which it has an international reputation. Oysters, littleneck clams, butter clams, cockles, scallops, and geoducks are some of the major aquacul-ture products of this fertile area.

In their book Oys-ters - A Connoisseur’s Guide and Cookbook, Lonnie Williams and Karen Warner list 64 species of oysters in North America. One of note is Cras-sostrea gigas: “Fanny Bay, British Columbia. A firm oyster that is very salty and sweet with a pronounced cucumber flavor fin-ish. The fluted shells are thick, which makes them easy to open.” As long as we pay atten-tion to the purity of the water it will produce this unique species of shellfish into the fore-seeable future and con-tinue to be a source of jobs for hundreds of local Valley residents.

Over the past few

years we have had a series of industrial accidents that have led to the destruction of rich seafood producing coastal regions. The oil spill of the Exxon Valdez is still affecting the coastal waters of Alaska.

Acid mine drainage has created sterile riv-ers and lakes in the coal mining regions of the Eastern United States. Meanwhile in the Comox Valley we have paid a high price for the acid mine drain-age into the Tsolum River.

To celebrate the bounty of Baynes Sound, the Ocean of Plenty II Shellfish Gala Dinner will be held Feb. 11 at the Fanny Bay Commu-nity Hall. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. dinner at 7 p.m. This year’s event is donating all profits from the dinner, silent and live auctions to the CoalWatch Comox Valley group who are

gravely concerned and alarmed about the pos-sibility of a coal mine on the drainage basin of Baynes Sound.

I share their con-cerns. At the time of this writing there are still a few tickets left for this gala seafood dinner. The tickets are $50 each and may I be so bold as to sug-gest that they would make a great Valentine gift for your significant other – after all, oys-ters are reputed to be exceptionally healthy food for Valentine cel-ebrations.

If you wish to see copies of the menu go to www.coalwatch.ca. Tickets are available from Laughing Oyster

Books and the Freak-ing Coffee Shop in Courtenay, Blue Heron Books in Comox, Fanny Bay Oysters in Buck-ley Bay, and Abraxas Books and Gifts on Denman Island. For more information phone John Snyder at 250 335-2246.

Leadership is an exciting and challeng-ing lifestyle, especially in the world of politics. The Comox Valley has a large Regional Dis-trict, City of Courtenay, Town of Comox, Village of Cumberland, a local member of parliament in Ottawa who is the Minister of Aboriginal and Northern Affairs, a local ML A who is the Minister of Agriculture

for British Columbia, and several improve-ment districts and members on the Island Trust. All of these are elected positions.

It seems to me that responsible leadership on the future of Baynes Sound falls into the purview of all of these elected politicians. As a citizen of Baynes Sound Drainage Basin and the Regional District Area A resident, it would be nice to hear their thoughts on the future of marine gardening in Baynes Sound. I have probably missed some, but so far the only voice I have heard was from Tony Law of the Islands Trust, and he expressed concern.

Ralph Shaw is a master fly fisherman who was awarded the Order of Canada in 1984 for his conserva-tion efforts. In 20 years of writing a column in the Comox Valley Record it has won sev-eral awards.

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Murray Kenneth Francis passed away in Carbondale, Colorado,on January 22, 2012, from complications due to Alzheimer’s. Murray was born in Calgary Alberta, Canada in 1930. He is survived by his wife Nell Francis, and children Sandy Francis, Diane Francis, Sue and Jeff Phillips, Jesse and Jill Steindler, and Molly and Tom Bedell. He was survived by 16 grand children, and 12 great grand children. He was predeceased by his parents Ken and Edith Francis of Canada, and a son Scot Blackmon. He is survived by one brother Chuck Francis and his wife Lynn and their children. Murray’s entire career was in the newspaper industry. Starting at the Concord California newspaper in 1953. He was a manager at the Berkley Gazette, Classifi ed Ad Manager at the Eugene Register Guard, Publisher of the Comox Valley Record in British Columbia, Canada and co-founder of the Comox Valley Echo in British Columbia where he retired in 1996. Murray believed in supporting the many communities he lived in. While living in Berkley California he was President of the Berkley Lion’s Club. He also served on the United Way Board in Eugene, Oregon. He was also a leader in the Courtenay BC Rotary Club. He was passionate about fi shing and boating. He also loved to go hunting and all things associated with the great outdoors. Murray loved birds and was a supportor of the Audobon Society. Being of Scottish descent, Murray loved the bag pipe and good scotch. Toss in a Don Williams song and life was good. A memorial of Murray’s life will be held at a date to be determined in the future. In lieu of fl owers, any donations may be made to the national Alzheimers organization www.alz.org

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Iris Williams(nee Shilton)

Born August 4th, 1935 in Coal Creek, B.C., Iris Williams passed peacefully on January 28, 2012 at home with her husband of 60 years by her side. She was predeceased by her parents Tom and Margaret Shilton, her sisters Ada, Margaret, Sally and Josephine and her brother John.Iris is survived and will be greatly missed by her husband Don Williams, her son Daryll Williams of Cumberland, B.C. and his children Daniel (Jordan), Regan (Brad), and Joshua (Brittany), her daughter Denise Robinson of Ladysmith, B.C. and her children Deanna (Jim), Corey (Jane), Brandi (Brenden) and Cody, Iris’ great-grandchildren; Madison, Emma, Paxton, Zachary, Kaleb, Carson, Martin, Nathan, Gage, Marlyse, Zoe, Luka, Shianne, Owen, Tucker and Linden, her loving brother Thomas Paterson Shilton Jr. of Cumberland, B.C., her brother-in-law Bill Rallison of Cumberland, B.C., as well as nieces and nephews too numerous to mention but she adored them all.Iris worked in the family business (I. & D. Appliances and furniture) in Cumberland for 25 years. In her leisure time she was a member of the Kinettes Club in Cumberland and loved baking, knitting, embroidering, doll making and decorating. Iris was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother. She enjoyed worldly travel especially in the California Desert. She was a caring matriarch who always put the family fi rst, who gave us strong family values with her support, encouragement and blessings. Flowers gratefully declined in consideration of donations made to the charity of your choice. A special thank you to Dr. Woldnick for your compassion and your extraordinary care. Viewing will take place on Monday. February 6, 2012 from 5-7p.m. at Comox Valley Funeral Home, Cremation and Reception Centre, 1101 Ryan Road, Courtenay. A Celebration of Iris’ Life is to be held on Friday, February 10, 2012 from 2-4p.m. at Cumberland Seniors Centre on Dunsmuir Ave. In Cumberland.

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VIKLUNDMarvin Dennis

Passed away peacefully in Comox, on January 26th, 2012. Dennis is predeceased by his Mother & Father and one Son Chris. He is survived and will be lovingly missed by Evelyn, wife of 57 years, daughters; Cindy (Garry) of Courtenay, Kelly (Vince) of Courtenay, Sharon (Rob) of Courtenay, grandchildren Derek (Jessica), Trevor, Garrett, Stephanie, Jackie, Rachael, Katie and Alison, great-grandchildren; Jayme and Hudson, brother; Harold “Ted” (Regena) Viklund of Winnipeg, Manitoba, sister; Carol of Campbellton, N.B., daughter-in-law Donna of Courtenay, as well as nieces and nephews, Shaun, Miles, Kevin, Kathy and David.Dennis served in the R.C.A.F from 1951-1987 and is a member of the Legion in Comox, Branch 888 (Komox) RCAF Wing, Comox Valley Curling Club and Glacier Greens Golf Club. In his leisure time, Dennis enjoyed fl ower gardening, and was an avid curler and golfer. Dennis was a very kind, friendly, loving person. His pride and joy were without a doubt his grandchildren. He lived, laughed and most of all loved his family. We love you and will miss you Dennis, Dad, Grampa, our Hero.In lieu of fl owers donations can be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, P.O. Box 1225, Comox, B.C. V9N 7Z8 or the Canadian Cancer Society #101 – 1509 Cliffe Ave, Courtenay, B.C. V9N 2K6.A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 4th, 2012 at 11am at Comox Valley Funeral Home, Cremation and Reception Centre, 1101 Ryan Road, Courtenay.

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WOOD Colin Howard

Born on May 8, 1924 in Warling-ham, England and passed away January 30, 2012 at home in Courtenay. He is survived and will be dearly missed by wife, Anita, family members and friends.In respect to Colin’s wishes there will be no service. An informal gathering to share memories will take place at Passage’s Resort, 8914 Clarkson Road, Saratoga Beach on February 5th, 2012 from 1:30pm – 4:30pm.Flowers are gratefully declined in consideration of donations to Mountainaire Avian Rescue, 6817 Headquarters Road, Courtenay, B.C. V9J 1N2, Parkinson’s Society of B.C., Suite 600-890W Pender St, Vancouver, B.C, V6C 1J9 or any charity of your choice.

HILTON Margaret Jeane

July 1, 1914 – January 27, 2012

Sadly passed away at the young age of 97. Gone but always remembered by sons, Hugh (Linda) Hilton Courtenay, B.C., Stewart, Gibson B.C., daughter, Cindy (Mike) Simpson, Victoria B.C. And grand-daughters Cheryl (Josh) Hiebert, Cumberland B.C., Candice (Brad) Joy-al, Royston B.C., sister Anne Hillman, Whiterock B.C. And many nieces and nephews.

Born in Lancer, Saskatchewan, Jeane graduated from Dau-phin General Hospital as a registered nurse in 1937. It was there she met her future husband Tom Hilton, who was train-ing to become a pilot in WWII. During the war mom continued her nursing in Ocean Falls, B.C. In 1945, she married Tom and settled in Royston, B.C. Along with raising three sons and Cindy, she worked at the old Cumberland Hospital and then went onto St. Joseph’s Hospital, where she retired in 1978. She moved to Comox, B.C. in 1996 and later on had two great-grandchildren to love and enjoy.

The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the staff at Comox Valley Seniors Village. You’re great care, compassion and kindness was truly appreciated. No service by request.

“You can get a lot of extra mileage out of a grandmother if you let her have a cup of tea!”“When someone we love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.”See you at the beach.....

Pat McLarty1942 - 2012

Patrick “Pat” McLarty was born March 1, 1942 and passed away in hospital on the morning of Jan. 14, 2012. He will be forever remem-bered by his wife Sally McAfee, children Jennifer Beale (Steven), Jim McLarty (Billie) and grand-daughter Ayla McLarty. He will also be missed by his siblings Norma Myers (Ed), Mike McLarty (Arden), Lianne McLarty and an uncount-able amount of friends.

Pat was an amazing man. His family would like to welcome any and all who wish to attend a celebration, not only of his life, but his 36 years of sobriety on Saturday, February 4th from 1:00pm - 4:00pm in the Church Hall at The Church of St. John The Divine, 579 - 5th St., Courtenay. He loved his friends like family and we know he would be honoured to have you all there. He was a proud member of AA and the Courtenay Alano Club. Donations can be made in lieu of fl owers in Pat’s memory to the Courtenay Alano Club.

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Eunice Gray (nee Collins)

It is with deep regret that we an-nounce the death of our mother on Sunday January 29, 2012 at Grace General Hospital, Winnipeg MB. She is survived by her children, Elizabeth Hanes, Richard Hanes, Earl Hanes, Helen Goodchild and Roy Hanes as well as numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.

A service will be held at Wojcik’s Funeral Chapel in Winnipeg, MB on Thursday February 2, 2012 at 1:30 pm.

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HOGG – Donald Bruce of Comox passed away at St. Joseph’s Hospital on, Satur-day, January 28, 2012 in his 95th year. He is survived and will be dearly missed by son Bryan (Laura) of Exeter, Ontario; Daughter Lynda Hodgkinson (Paul Jackman) of Courtenay as well as Ernie Hodgkinson; his grandchildren; great grandchil-dren, great great grandchildren and many extended family members.

Bruce served for 25 years with the RCAF, retiring as a Flight-Lieutenant; following his retirement, he managed a branch of the Bank of Montreal in Clinton, Ontario. In his leisure, he en-joyed jazz music, was an accomplished pianist, and was well known for his recital of limericks and his monologues. He also bought horses, was active in harness racing and was a long standing member of the Royal Canadian Legion and Masonic Lodge. He was loved and will be sadly missed.

Special thanks to Dr. Law, Dr. Kenny and Dr. Swanson, and the 3rd fl oor nursing staff at St. Joseph’s for their excellent care and kindness. Private cremation arrangements. Should friends wish, donations in Bruce’s memory to a charity of choice would be appreciated.

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JohnsonDonald Victor (Don)

Born September 7, 1935. Passed away quietly at home with his family at his side on Thursday January 26, 2012.Don is survived by his wife Beatrice, son Doug (Carol), daughter Kris (Marco), and grandchildren Tyler (Rachelle), DJ, Taryn, Tayler and Heather. As well, many great nieces and nephews.Don was predeceased by his mother and father Ruth and David, sisters Doris and Inga and brother Leonard.Don was born in Young, Saskatchewan and moved to New Westminster as a teenager. Don served a short time in the Canadian Air Force, returned to New Westminster where he met and married Bea in June 1963. Don was employed by the City of New Westminster Electrical Dept. for 25 years.Upon retiring, Don and Bea moved to Comox and soon joined the Comox Legion, where they have enjoyed the past 21 years making numerous friends.Our family wishes to extend a very special thank you to Dr. Michael Neufeld for his care and devotion to our father, as well as extending himself personally to our family.We would also like to thank our very good family friends Don and Vicki, for always being there with love and support.As requested by Don, there will be no service. Don only asked that each of you remember him as you knew him.

Fred Nicholof Fanny Bay, BC passed away on January 31, 2012 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Comox, BC.

Born in North Vancouver on May 31, 1929.

Fred co-owned the Home Hardware in North Vancouver for more than 35 years, retiring in 1984 and fi nally moving to Fanny Bay in 1986.

He was pre-deceased by one brother Bert. Fred is survived by his spouse and companion of 28 years Linda, 4 children; Kathleen (Chris), Lorri (Jim), Bruce (Pattie), Doug, 7 Grand-children and 6 great grandchildren.

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Sunwest Auto Centreis seeking a

SERVICE WASH ATTENDANTIf you are:

• Self-motivated• Have willing “can-do” attitude• A team player• Focused on quality and customer service• Honest, approachable and friendly• Ability to work independently

then we want you for our part-service team!We offer

• A professional work environment• Extensive training and support• A strong compensation and benefi t package• Advancement opportunities.

If you want to be part of a fun and enthusiastic team who are driven to be the very best, then we want to meet you. Please drop off your resume for your confi dential interview to:

Sunwest Auto Centre | 401 Ryan Rd., Courtenaywww.sunwestvw.ca

We Currently have the Following Vacancies:Occupational Therapist

Clinical Counsellor • Family Social Worker

All positions are Union positionsPlease go to our website for complete

information www.d69fra.org

Want to build a clientele real fast?

#204 1025 Cliffe Ave. [email protected]

Want to look forward to coming to work each day? We are searching for a qualifi ed hair designer to join our team. We provide ongoing education, a friendly, fun, professional atmosphere with an exceptional pay scale, medical/dental benefi ts and many perks.

If you are passionate about your career, confi dent in your abilities and want to excel, we want to hear from you!

Please apply with resume in person or via e-mail.

An earthmoving company based in Edson Alberta requires a full time Heavy Duty mechanic for fi eld and shop work. We require Cat Doz-er/Deere excavator experience. You will work a set schedule for days on and off. Call Lloyd @ 780-723-5051

ATTENDANCE PROGRAMS YOUTH

COUNSELLOR

required by The John Ho-ward Society of North Is-land. This is a casual, as needed position. Please refer to www.jhsni.bc.ca & see employment oppor-tunities for details. Deadline: 4:30pm on February 6, 2012.

COMOX VALLEY CUSTOMER SERVICE

& TOURISMInformation Session

Dates:

• Monday February 6th 10am & 1pm

• Location: 300 Old Island Highway at the Linc

BladeRunners is a Youth Skills Link program that builds community part-nerships and connects motivated, job ready youth with valuable em-ployment opportunities in the Customer Service and Tourism industries.ELIGIBILITY REQUIRE-MENTS:• Age 15-30• Out of school• Out of work• No EI attachment• Little or no training• Barriers to their

successful attach-ment to the work world

• Little or no work ex-perience

Must attend one of the information sessions in order to be considered for the program.PARTICIPANTS WILL:• Participate in 4

weeks of paid in-class skill enhance-ment.

• Participate in a 2 week work expo-sure/search.

• Obtain First Aid OFA Level 1, WHMIS, Cashier Training, World Host and other related tickets and group based em-ployability skills

• Receive individual support and guidance

EMPLOYERS WILL:Receive up to 60 hours of labour at no cost to the employer paid for by NYSA. Connect with job ready and motivated youth.

For more information please call:

William Kosloski - (250) 334-8138 ext 229

Ramesh Lad – (250) 334 8138 ext 231

The Sid Williams Theatre

JOB POSTING:PROMOTIONS

COORDINATORDuties Include: Advertis-ing/marketing , media & sponsor relations , website & social media.Qualifi cations: Post Secondary Degree (eg.Busi-ess/Communications/Mar-keting) & 1 year industry ex-perience, OR 3 years experience in marketing role. Must be computer profi cient

Posting closes FEB 10th, For full posting visit:

sidwilliamstheatre.com

Exp. Hooktender. Permanent work, 210 plus days a year in the East Kootenays, full bene-fi ts & overtime. A good portion of work is done with Mobile Back Spar and Grapple. Exca-vator experience and spotting will be required.(250)349-5415 or fax (250)349-7522

TRUCK DRIVER and Yard Person, min Class 3 BC licence & 5 yrs exp, good cus-tomer service skills, problem solver, salary depends on exp, send resume & drivers ab-stract to [email protected] or fax 250-334-1637

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The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing prevention and support services to military families. This includes crisis intervention, short-term counselling, assessment & referral and group facilitation.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Social Worker actively networks with community and military resources to ensure a coordinated approach to the provision of services.

The position requires at minimum:• Bachelor Degree in Social Work• Registration with BC College of Social Workers or like body• 3 years related experience

Knowledge of the military lifestyle and bilingualism are defi nite assets

For further details on this position, please check our website at:

https://www.familyforce.ca/sites/Comox/EN/Lists/Announcements/Attachments/40/PSI_JobPosting-Jan2012.pdf

Closing Date: 4pm Feb 10, 2012

Please forward résumé and references to:

COMOX MILITARY FAMILY RESOURCE CENTREP.O. Box 310, 1575 Military RowLazo, BC V0R 2K0ATTN: Executive DirectorFax: 250 339-8199

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.

COMOX MILITARY FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Is Seeking A FAMILY SUPPORT SOCIAL WORKER

(30hrs/wk)

Certifi ed ElectricianWestern Forest Products Inc. is currently seeking a Journeyman Electrician Certifi ed for the Province of British Columbia to join the Duke Point Sawmill, located south of Nanaimo, BC.Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Certifi ed Electrician will perform a full range of journeyman level Electrician duties utilizing considerable initiative and judgment and in accordance with blueprints, diagrams, electrical and building codes, regulations and company policy.

A detailed job posting can be viewed athttp://www.westernforest.com/careers/current_openings.phpThis is an USW hourly union position with a Certifi ed Rateof $33.47 per hour and a comprehensive benefi t package.Details of the collective agreement can be viewed athttp://www.westernforest.com/careers/collective_agreements.php The successful candidate will be team orientated with an ability to deliver results that are aligned with the strategic objectives of the business. He/she will have the ability to adopt and encourage innovative thinking that contributes to achieving practical solutions to complex problems.Western Forest Products Inc. is an integrated Canadian forest products company located on Vancouver Island that is committed to the safety of our employees, the culture of performance and the discipline to achieve results. If you believe that you have the skills and qualifi cations that we are looking for, please reply in confi dence:

Human Resource DepartmentFacsimile: 866.840.9611

Email: [email protected]

Application Deadline: Fri., Feb.10/12Reference Code: Electrician, DP

Call Today For Free Info Kit

1-877-840-0888www.ThompsonCC.ca

Pharmacy Technician!Available ONLINE, or at our

Kamloops campusThe only CCAPP accredited program in BCOnline program – 10 months - Class work can be done from home - Constant instructor support - 6 weeks of on-campus labs required

We also offer an

Online Medical Transcription Program9 months– starts monthly

Financial Aid available for qualifi ed students

P.C.T.I.A. accredited college

SALES OPPORTUNITY!

Formerly Baxandall Ford Country

Apply in confi dence to Neil van Ierland at4901 N Island Hwy, Courtenay

We are looking for a self motivated person that understands customer service and dedication are key to being successful in the automotive industry. We are the newest and most progres-sive dealership in the valley offering a great pay and benefi t package. We care about our community and are looking for the best to carry out our mandate.

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Administrative Support Assistant, Facilities Management

Networks & Systems Analyst

Comox Valley Campus

Posting #100324

Posting #100325

Offi ce ManagerComox Medical Clinic is looking for an experienced offi ce manager to join our team. The candidate needs to possess excellent inter-personal skills, human resources skills, enjoy working in a team, be comfortable with computers, have bookkeeping skills and have previous experience in a management position. Medical offi ce experience is not required.

This is a permanent part-time to full-time position. References required.

Only selected candidates will be contacted. Position closes February 17th.

Please submit your resume by email to [email protected] or drop off in person at 1695 Comox Avenue.

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150 mansfi eld drive | 1-877-390-6545www.courtenaykia.com

Courtenay Kia

Sales...Are you looking for new career with an unlimited opportunity for advancement?Would you like to be recognized as a professional salesperson in one of the country’s leading automobile dealerships? If so, our salespeople earn an excellent income and enjoy the benefi ts of working with a successful and progressive dealership.

If you’re currently a professional in automobile sales, or if you’re serious about a career change and are looking for the training and guidance that are essential for long term success - we’d like to talk to you.

Call Wayne Grabowski, Sales Manager today to schedule a time to meet:

(250)-334-9993

Courtenay Kia - An Equal Opportunity Employer!

AUTO SALESPERSON NEEDED

Island Honda is a well established dealership that has been selling and servicing its customers in the Comox Valley for over 25 years. This new state of the art facility carries an extensive range of both new and used vehicles. Our brand new service bays and convenient drive thru service, commits us to be number 1 in customer satisfaction. Sales experience is a defi nite asset, although automotive is not, as we provide initial and on going training. • Exciting fast paced position • On-going training • Full management support • Full benefi t package

Bring resumes in person to:ISLAND HONDA1025 Comox RoadCourtenayor email to: [email protected]

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Area PlannerWestern Forest Products Inc. is currently seeking an Area Planner to join the Holberg Forest Operation, 45 minutes west of Port Hardy. Port Hardy, a welcoming community of just under 5,000 people is at the northern end of beautiful Vancouver Island and the gateway to Cape Scott Provincial Park. Found in the heart of a wilderness paradise Port Hardy is brimming over with recreational opportunities for kayakers, bird watchers, canoeists, cyclists, divers, hikers, hunters, and fresh or salt water fi shing.Reporting to the Operations Planners, this full time position will be a critical role in Holberg’s Planning Department. You must be able to provide leadership in safety and stewardship for members in the Planning Department, complete and manage budgets, contributing to timber development for an annual cut of 500,000 M3, block development planning, Timber sort and block margin forecasting, supervise contractors and staff (layout, cruising, terrain, bridge designs, post harvest assessments, etc.) in addition to a multitude of other tasks and responsibilities.

A detailed job posting can be viewed athttp://www.westernforest.com/careers/current_openings.php

The successful candidate will be team orientated with an ability to deliver results that are aligned with the strategic objectives of the business. He/she will have the ability to adopt and encourage innovative thinking that contributes to achieving practical solutions to complex problems.Western Forest Products Inc. is an integrated Canadian forest products company located on Vancouver Island that is committed to the safety of our employees, the culture of performance and the discipline to achieve results. WFP offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefi t package and the potential to achieve annual performance rewards. If you believe that you have the skills and qualifi cations that we are looking for, please reply in confi dence:

Human Resource DepartmentFacsimile: 866.840.9611

Email: [email protected]

Application Deadline: Fri., Feb.10/12Reference Code: Area Planner, HFO

DISPENSING OPTICIANWe are looking for a friendly, self-motivated dispensing optician to join our family-oriented Optometry clinic in Comox. Part-time. May lead to full-time. Experience pre-ferred. Medical offi ce assist-ants course/medical termi-nology & computer skills an asset. Please respond to Drawer 4476 at the Record.

EXPERIENCED SERVER required by Whistle Stop Pub. See Barry or Tammy, M-F, between 9 & 11.

HAIRSTYLIST WANTED full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Courtenay location. Guaranteed $11/ hour, 25% profi t sharing, paid overtime, benefi ts, paid birth-day, vacation pay, annual ad-vanced training and advance-ment opportunities. Call 1-866-472-4339 today for an in-terview.

DECKHAND GUIDE

is required by water based tours that run from Telegraph Cove to inlets in mainland BC, from May-September.Requirements for boat operations: • Marine Emergency

Duties• Radio Operator Li-

cense• Captain’s License or

Small Vessel PermitAdditional Requirements:Interested parties must have previous tour guid-ing experience, some knowledge of local wild-life & second language capabilities in either Ger-man or Dutch.

Contact Howard [email protected] OR

call 250-339-5320.

School District 71 (Comox Valley)

607 Cumberland Road,Courtenay B.C. V9N 7G5

WE ARE CURRENTLY SEARCHING FOR:

ON CALL CAFETERIA PROGRAM WORKERS

ON CALL LIBRARY CLERKS, AND

ON CALL SUPERVISION ASSISTANTS

For more details about these job opportunities and how to

apply, please visit our website at sd71.bc.ca and

click on jobs. Note that only complete application

packages received through the makeafuture.ca website no later than 13:00 hrs on

the closing date will be considered.

WOMAN, 75 yrs, with Parkin-sons would like someone for housework & some personal care. Live-in preferred. (250)336-2750.

REAL ESTATE CAREER INFORMATION SEMINAR.

Ever wondered about being a realtor?? Come on down to

350 - 17th Street Courtenay, B.C. Behind PetroCan

Thursday Feb. 23rd, 2012 7:00-8:30pm Limited space

RSVP 250-898-8790

ACE PLUMBING & Heating in Kelowna, BC is looking for HVAC Technicians & Class B Gas Fitters to join our busy service department. Experi-ence is a must. Please submit your resume to [email protected]

EXPERIENCED FRAMERS FT required immed for a busy company. [email protected]

Seeking experiencedPROCESSOR OPERATOR

for falling & processing work on Vancouver Island.

Full time & year round employment. Excellent

wage & benefi t package. Possibility of relocation cost coverage for the

right applicant.TEL: 250-286-1148FAX: 250-286-3546 [email protected]

P L U M B E R / H A N D Y M A N seeking long and short term projects. Master plumber with extensive exp in construction and reno’s. Ken 250-650-4838

ALL PRO Escorts & Strippers, 24-hour service. Visa/Master-card. In home avail. Always hiring. Fast friendly service. 250-897-3332.www.allproescorts.comwww.allprostrippers.com

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

CRIMINAL RECORD?Guaranteed Record Removal

since 1989. Confi dential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating

assures EMPLOYMENT &TRAVEL FREEDOM.

Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET

1-8-NOW-PARDON(1-866-972-7366)

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JOURNEYMAN CARPENTER- repairs, renovations. Free esti-mates, all work guaranteed. Please call (250)337-5501 or visit:www.comoxvalleycarpenter.ca

LICENSED Carpenter, available for work. Mark 250-650-9268 WCB Insured.

DIAMOND EDGE Cleaning. Residential eco-friendly. Week-ly or bi-weekly. Call for info. 250-897-7647

W W W. C O A S T C A B I N E T-RY.CA affordable cabinets and countertops. 250-850- 9915

ELECTRICIAN Small jobs to new construc-tion. B Connected Electrical. 250-792-2168. www.bzzzt.ca

ANDREW’S CONSTRUC-TION Services. Home repairs,renovations, windows, doors, decks, fences, residential, commercial, WBC insured. Please call 250-897-2073.

CERTIFIED CARPENTER. Kitchen, bathrooms, decks, etc. All your renovation needs. Emery, 250-218-0734.

A.C.L. YARD WORKS. Offer-ing Landscaping, Yard Clean-Up, Lawn Mowing, Hedge Trimming, Gutters, Decks and Paving Stones, Retaining Walls and any odd jobs. Call Pat 250-218-4597.

GOOD HORSE hay for sale $5.50 per bale. Free delivery for 50 or more. 250-338-5503

HAY FOR Sale: 1st cut, no rain. Hay must go ASAP. $4 a bale or $3.75 for 50, $3.50 for a 100 or more. (250)338-4209 or (250)218-2817.

QUALITY TIMOTHY Kentucky Blue hay for sale. $6/bale. Call 250-338-6314.

AUCTION TONIGHT! 6:30 PM, 239 Puntledge Rd. Teak furniture, antiques, col-lectibles, dining sets, gold, sil-ver, jewelry, coins & more. www.AuctionHouseVi.com

BLIZZARD 185 cm skiis. 260 tyrolian bindings. Sz 8 boots & carrier. Tyrolian ski bag. $200. obo 250-339-2228

BROIL KING gas barbecue w/cover, $50. Entertainment centre, $25. (250)334-0062.

HEATED MASSAGE Seat cushion $40. Electric meat slicer $35. (250)336-2750.

FIREWOOD PERMITS on T.W. Land. Phone 250-650-4060.

SEASONED FIREWOOD Vancouver Island’s largest fi re-wood producer offers fi rewood legally obtained during forest restoration, large cords. Help restore your forest, Burndrywood.com 1-877-902-WOOD.

SEASONED READY to burn fi rewood, cut, split. Delivered $140/cord. Call 871-1056 Say-ward to Fanny Bay & Islands

BRAND NEW LUXURY Queen size pillow top

Mattress set in original pkg. leftover from large hotel or-der, 800 coils. Compare at $1199 - Liquidation $447. + tax. Eleven available.

King Sets $705. Delivery available. Text or

call 1(250)334-7527 to reserve set or email:

[email protected]

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

VI’S HOT-TUB Covers, made in BC. Professional in home service. 250-897-8037.

LOOKING FOR a quality Salal source. Phone for details (604)483-9263.

TURN STANDING Timber on your property into money. Freeestimate 250-203-5111/250-703-1812

LANGLEY, BC, 31.24 acres

In ALR, fl at land, good drain-age, creek. 10 acres in cotton-wood trees balance in mixtureof pasture & bush. Qualifi es forfarm taxes. Older barn. Lovelybuilding site for dream home.Drilled well, plentiful excellentwater, designated septic fi eld.5 Mins to hospital, shoppingcomplex, and indoor pool.$1,800,000. (604)534-2748

WELL ESTABLISHED Opticalstore for sale in downtownCourtenay. Turn-key operationwith loyal clientele. For moreinfo email [email protected] enquiries only.

WE BUY HOUSESDamaged House?

Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale?

We will Buy your HouseQuick Cash & Private.Mortgage Too High and

House won’t sell?Can’t make payments?

We will Lease Your House,Make your Payments

and Buy it Later!

Call: 1-250-616-9053www.webuyhomesbc.com

1244 FLORENCE RD. Comox.21 ACRE fl at corner lot juststeps from beach at King Co-ho/Little River. Water, elec-tricity & gas to property line.Has pad for dbl. wide or canbuild to suit. $185,000 call250-339-1647 for details.

Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and refi -nances, immediate debt con-solidation, foreclosure relief,and equity loans. Free, fast,friendly, private consultations.

Call 1888-685-6181www.mountaincitymortgage.ca

576 England AvenueCourtenay, B.C.

250-338-6900

APARTMENT/CONDOS

2 BDRM, 2 bath, island kitchen, 6 appls. interior stor-age, newer building, se-cured parking, N/P, N/S.

2 BDRM. renovated unit at Maplewood Manor. Paint, laminate fl ooring, lighting, plumbing, all upgraded. In suite storage - Adult building - N/P, N/S - $725.00

1 BDRM clean, renovated open concept unit - on Cousins Rd - $600

COMOX 1 & 2 BDRM Apart-ments, next to St. Josephs.Basic cable & hot water includ-ed. Two rental references.Sorry no pets! 250-339-0131.

COURTENAY- 2 bdrm condo, 3rd fl oor, freshly painted, new-er appls, $750. (250)338-3560

EXECUTIVE SUITE Greatocean views, ldry/utl/cabl incl.Looking for long-term tenant.Ready NOW! $850/mo 250-898-8702

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PERSONAL SERVICES

ESCORTS

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

LEGAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

CARPENTRY

CLEANING SERVICES

TCOUNTER OPS

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ELECTRICAL

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

LANDSCAPING

PETS

FEED & HAY

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

AUCTIONS

UNDER $200

FRIENDLY FRANK

FUEL/FIREWOOD

FURNITURE

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED

REAL ESTATE

ACREAGE

BUSINESSES FOR SALE

HOMES WANTED

LOTS

MORTGAGES

RENTALS

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MEICOR REALTYMANAGEMENT SERVICES INC.

“YOUR Apartment, Condo and Townhouse Rental Experts”

APARTMENTS

HOLLYRIDGE MANOR

200 Back Road, Courtenay1 and 2 Bedroom suites available. One of the best values in Courtenay. Unique fl oor plans. California kitchens. These bright, modern suites are available in quiet, secure building.

Call Sharon 250-338-7449

PARK PLACE1970 Fitzgerald Ave, Courtenay2 and 3 bedroom available. Quiet com-plex with on-site management. Reasonable rates. Some completely renovated units with new appliances. Sorry no pets. Securi-ty deposit and 2 rental references required.

250-334-3078

1252-9th St, Courtenay2 & 3 bedroom suite in quiet family oriented building with secure entry and manager on site. Walking distance to schools, bus stops and downtown. Rea-sonable rent include heat, hot water, basic cable, stove, fridge, carpet and drapes. Extra storage upon request. No pets. Two rental references and se-curity deposit required.

For viewing please call Donna 250-334-9667

BLUE JAY APARTMENTS

450-19th Street, Courtenay1 & 2 bedroom available, in quiet secure building, close to Driftwood Mall and bus route. Seniors Welcome. Adult oriented and no pets please. Includes heat, hot water and basic cable. Low hydro. 2 Rental Ref-erences required.

Call Pat at 250-703-6965

CONDOS

TORRY PINES1560-13th Street, Courtenay

ATTRACTIVE 2 bedroom townhouses have been completely renovated - enjoy new ap-pliances, fl ooring and bathroom fi ttings in these spacious units. Friendly and quiet atmo-sphere make it ideal for family or working couple. Large, private patio area allows great access for your pet. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit.

Call 250-334-9717

RUTHERFORD MANOR1075 Edgett Road, Courtenay

Reasonable rent includes basic cable, stove, fridge, dishwasher, carpet, blinds and stor-age room in suite. N/P, security deposit and 2 rental references req’d.

For viewing call Donna 250-334-9667

ANDERTON ARMS426 Anderton Ave, Courtenay

Cozy 1 Bdrm in a great location! Overlooks Puntledge River and Lewis Park. Short walk to downtown and shopping. Includes basic cable. 2 ref-erences required.

Call 250-334-9717

VANRIDGE MANOR123 Back Road, Courtenay

Features 5 appliances, wall-to-wall carpet, blinds, gas fi replaces - gas included in rent. Low hydro. Children welcome. Quiet, well-maintained 2 bedroom condos. Ideal loca-tion, walking distance to Superstore and North Island College. No pets.

Call 250-703-2570

TOWNHOUSES

BEECHER MANOR1045 Cumberland Road, Courtenay

BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS 1 & 2 bedroom condos available close to downtown - 2 bedroom units feature 1.5 baths. This quiet, well maintained building suits mature adults. Bus stop is conveniently located out front. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit.

Call 250-334-9717 to view

PACIFIC COURT1520/1540 Piercy Ave., Courtenay2 bedroom available immediately and March 1st, in clean, quiet building with on-site manager, close to town, schools, and bus. Stove, fridge, blinds and carpet.In-suite storage with washer and

dryer. Small pets welcome.To View, Call 250-334-4483

1015 Cumberland Rd, CourtenayTWO BEDROOM SUITE available in well-managed building. Excellent location close to downtown, ideal for seniors with bus stop out front. Well maintained units offer in-suite storage room. House cat accepted with pet deposit.

Contact On-Site Managers for viewing. 250-334-9717

ARRAN HOUSE APARTMENTS

WILLOW ARMS APARTMENT

www.advancedpm.ca 250-338-2472

DUPLEXESROBERT LANG DUPLEXUpper duplex features 3 bdrms, 1 bath, 4 appl. & large deck; near trails & river; pet may be considered w/deposit; $950/month; immediate possession.URQUHART DUPLEXBeautifully renovated Courtenay duplex features new kitchen & appl., new paint & new fl ooring throughout, in addition to other improvements; 3 bdrms, 1.5 baths, 3 appl, plus shared laundry; fenced, easy to maintain yard; $1100/mo.; immediate possession.

NOW OFFERING STRATA MANAGEMENT SERVICES

TOWNHOMESPINE PLACESpacious 2 bdrm townhome features 4 appl., new renovations, patio area & storage; ideally located near schools & all amenities; N/P; N/S; $795/mo; immediate possession.

HOMES

KYE BAY EXECUTIVE HOMEPerfect beach getaway! Brand new 4 bdrm, 3 bath home w/ocean views incl. high quality fi nishing from top to bottom –granite, hardwood, stone accents, heat pump, hardiplank, stainless kitchen appliances, plus 2 car garage & 2 decks. Low maintenance property is designed for pure enjoyment! Immediate possessionURQUHART PLACE HOMEFully renovated 3 bdrm, 2 bath home w/beautiful solarium features, 5 appl., garage, & tiered backyard for the gardening enthusiast; walking distance to schools and Puntledge Park; avail. Immediate possession; $1100/month

UNION BAY RANCHERCharming rancher on top of the hill with scenic views! Home features 1/2 acre, deck designed for entertaining, 3 bdrm, 2 baths, wood fi replace, 5 appl, & large yard w/landscaping included. Pets negotiable w/deposit; N/S; immediate possession; $1200/mth.

5TH STREET E. RANCHERSituated in fantastic neighbourhood near shopping, College, Aquatic Centre, & Crown Isle Golf, this 2 bdrm, 1 bath rancher features 4 appl, oak cabinets, vaulted ceilings, skylights, carport, fully fenced yard & 10 X 16 shop; security system is installed & can be hooked up; small pet may be considered w/deposit; avail Mar 1; $1100/monthKENDAL AVENUE HOMESEnjoy 9 foot ceilings, natural gas fi replace, beautiful fi nishings, & deck areas; Features 3 bdrms, 2 baths, 5 appl, laminate & carpet fl ooring mix, beautiful kitchen cabinetry & pantry. Rent from $1100/month; immediate possession.

APARTMENTS / CONDOSDRIFTWOOD CONDOS1 & 2 bdrm condos in conveniently located complex offer ground or upper level entry, 2 appl & on site coin-op laundry; located within walking distance to all amenities; N/S; immediate possession; rents from $625/month

SUITESKENDAL AVENUE SUITESBeautiful suite in new Cumberland subdivision features 1 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appl., beautiful kitchen cabinetry & other amazing fi nishings; ideal for single person or couple; $650/month; immediate possession.

GORGE VIEW APT258 Gorge Road East

Stes avail. - Some Immed.1 Bdrm $860; 2 Bdrms $1120; 2 Bdrm & den $1125. Amenities incl’s indoor pool, fi tness facilities, above grnd and parkade pkg, on site laundry. Onsite staff avail.

Please call Sue or Elena250-380-6566

Email: [email protected]

PARK WEST APTS55 Bay Street

Stes avail. - some immed. 1 Bdrms from $875; 2 bdrms from $1125. Close to Vic-toria downtown, Save-On, Starbucks & transportation.

Please Call Wendy250-590-7505

Email: [email protected]

WETHERBY APTSFOR SENIORS ONLY 55+

Spacious stes Avail. - some immed. Bach $750; 1 bdrm $890; 2 bdrms $1075 & up. Close to buses, Hillside Mall, doctors, dentists all within walking distance. Seniors lifestyle of convenience & comfort. On site laundry, so-cial room. Staff available.

Please call Bonny 250-598-1650

Email: [email protected]

SEAGATE APTS 707 Esquimalt Road

Stes avail. - some immed. 1 bdrm $875 & up; 2 bdrms $1010 & up. Indoor pool, exercise rm and many other fi tness amenities. Full view of Strait of Juan de Fuca.

Please call Sylvia250-383-1731

Email: [email protected]

DO YOU CARE about where you live? Do high stan-dards of main tenance, serv ice and clean li ness mat ter to you? Do you pre fer quiet, ma ture neigh bours? If yes, please give us a call and dis cov er how the qual i ty of ow ner ship and man age ment makes all the dif ference. We have the best man aged, finest apart-ments in the most con veni ent lo ca tions in the Com ox Val ley. Lo cal ly owned - we own and man age our own build ings only. Check the dif ference. Please ref er to avail able apart ments list ed be low.

TEL E PHONE250-703-2264 | 250-338-0267 | 250-339-1222

GREENBRIER750 Eighth Street

TWO BEDROOM suite. Very bright and spacious - unique floor plan. 1,100 sq. ft. Recently redecorated. Large, private deck. Full sized appliances with dishwasher and in suite washer/dryer. Two full baths. Very quiet mature adult neighbours. Three blocks from downtown. Security entry. A very attractive suite. Call David @ 250-338-0267 or John @ 250-703-2264.

OAKCREST1155 Stewart Ave.

TWO BEDROOM CORNER suite. Very bright spacious and nicely renovated. Excellent location in central Courtenay. Security entry. Private storage room. Full sized appliances. Quiet, mature adult neighbours. Well managed and maintained. No pets. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

SANDPIPER VILLAGE1650 Comox Ave.

TWO BEDROOM Unique, through floor plan. Bright with southern exposure. Spacious and nicely renovated suite in a quiet, adult building just two blocks from Comox Mall and one block from Filberg Park. Large, private deck overlooking garden area. Nicely renovated. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.

CAPRI1081 Stewart Ave.

TWO BEDROOM nicely renovated suite. Very spacious - large end unit with extra windows. Quiet, mature adult building in central Courtenay. Very large bedrooms. Well maintained and well managed building. Security entry, Call John @ 250-703-2264 or David @ 250-338-0267.

GLENSHEE1800 Comox Ave.

ONE BEDROOM nicely renovated, spacious suite. Quiet, mature adult neighbours. Excellent location in heart of Comox - walking distance to everything. Rent includes heat and hot water. Security entry and elevator. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222.

GREAT LANDLORD seeks great tenant. Spotless 1 bdrm, reno’d, storage. Quiet, secure. Lndry. Central. 250-335-1599.

Royal LePage in the Comox Valley

(Property Mgmt Division)#121 - 750 Comox RoadCourtenay, BC V9N 3P6Phone (250) 897-1300

Fax (250) 897-1330Interior viewings for the following vacancies are by approved application and appointment only.

Apartments•Condos•Suites

205-130 Back Road2 bed, 1 bath, N/S N/P

5 appls., $775 MthAvail. Feb. 1st

103-111 Edgett2 Bed, 1 bath, N/s, N/p, 4

Appls., $750/mthAvail. Mar 1st

301-4685 Alderwood Pl.3 bed, 2 bath, 5 appls., N/S

Pet with deposit $1050/monthAvail. Mar 1st

203-555 4th St.2 bed,1 bath, N/P N/S

5 appls., $950/mthAvail. Mar 1st

1 1/2 ACRE fenced compound in City Limits ideal for storage. For additional info contact Ken at Ace Central 250-338-7666

BLACK CREEK, fully fur-nished 1 bdrm cottage in quiet seniors Mobile Home Park. Close to bus, store, N/P, N/S, ref. req. $750/mo 337-2271

COMOX 3 BDRM Duplex, in-cludes F/S, D/W, lawn mainte-nance. Avail immed. N/S, pet upon approval. $865/mo. Call 250-339-9805, 9am-6pm.

COURTENAY- 3 BDRM mo-bile near beach at Point Holmes. Comes with full base-ment, appliances & a nicely treed lot. $800. (250)334-9522

2 BED 1050 sqft home on de-sirable Gartley Rd in Royston. Located just up from beach. Newly renovated bathroom and new windows with new washer and dryer. On almost half an acre. N/P, N/S. Ref req’d. $1000 per month. Email [email protected]

PUNTLEDGE AREA- 3-4 Bdrms. Avail Now. N/S, sm pet ok, within walking distance to schools & downtown. Backs onto Morrison Creek. Fenced yard, 5 appls, inclds RV prking. $1350. 250.338.7208 or email: [email protected]

ARCHITECTURAL CONDO downtown Courtenay. 2 bdrm, hardwood, landscaped yard. available now. $1050/mo. [email protected].

250-897-1611Licensed Professionals

www.pennylane.bc.ca

SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME5 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appls, mostly fenced yrd, RV pkg, N/S, cat or small dog neg. Avail. Feb. 1 - $1200/mthNEWER CTNY HOME 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 6 appls, gas F/P, garage, N/S, No pets. Avail. Feb. 1 - $1,200/mthCOZY RANCHER in Ctny West, 2 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 5 appls, garage, deck, partially fenced, N/S, No pets. Avail. Mar. 1 - $1,100/mthBRAND NEW 3 bdrm, 2 1/2 bath home in Puntledge area, 5 appls, gas F/P, garage, N/S, No pets. Avail. Feb. 1 - $1,300/mthVALLEY VIEW RANCHER 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, gas F/P, double garage, fenced yrd, N/S, No pets. Avail. Mar. 1 - $1,200/mth

COMOX- 5 bdrms, 3 bath,FURNISHED waterfront. 5appls. $1500/mo. Avail Feb1st. Call (250)929-6000.

COURTENAY: 2 bdrm mobile home, clean, NP/NS. Refs req.$700. Call (250)339-7566.

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COMOX- SEMI-COUNTRY setting. 2 bdrms, 1.5 baths, carport, shop. Mar 1. NP/NS. Refs. $900. (250)339-0270.

COURTENAY- 2 bdrms main level character home. 6 appls, hydro included, hardwood. NS/NP. Refs. Avail Mar 1. Quiet. $950. 250-792-3041.

EAST Courtenay 3 BR house for rent, upper level 1500 sq ft + covered deck + view, $1200, call Robert 250-897-1904

Royal LePage in the Comox Valley

(Property Mgmt Division)#121 - 750 Comox RoadCourtenay, BC V9N 3P6Phone (250) 897-1300

Fax (250) 897-1330Interior viewings for the following vacancies are by approved application and appointment only.

Houses & Suites

7-1720 13th Street2 bdrms, 1 bath, 2 appls.

N/S, N/P $725/mthAvailable Immed.

8-1720 13th Street2 bdrms, 1 bath, 5

appls.,N/S, Pets upon appr. $800/mth

Available Immed.

21-375 21 st Street2 bed, 1 Bath, 2 Appls, N/S

N/P, $650/mthAvailable Feb 1st

289A Nim Nim Pl4 beds, 2 bath, 5 appls., sin-gle garage, N/S, pets upon

appr. $1150/mthAvailable Feb 1st

625 22nd Street4 Bed 1.5 Bath

5 appls. N/S N/P$1050/Mth

Available Immed.

5797N. Island Hwy4 beds, 2 baths, 2 appls,

N/S N/P $1150/mthAvailable Mar 1st

ROYSTON- 3 bdrm home, 6 appls, quiet area. Refs req’d. NS/NP. Short term lease, $1200/mo. Avail immed. 250-338-2222 or 250-335-0594.

SOINTULA, (N. Island) ocean front/view suites/all inclusive. Weekly, monthly, $200 week. (250)230-6722

910 Fitzgerald AvenueCorner Fitzgerald & Eighth

Prime offi ce space available 1,500 to 3,900 sq. ft. available now. Excellent downtown location near Court House. On a highly visible site. Modern, well maintained professional building. Security elevator. Air conditioned. Ample park-ing. Many tenant improve-ments in place. One of the fi nest offi ce buildings in the Comox Valley.

For details phone 339-1222 or 339-0490

FURNISHED RM. for rent. Utilities incl. N/D, N/P $375/mo Avail Mar1/Mar15th. 871-2808

ABBEYFIELD HOUSE offers affordable, supportive seniors accommodation in a home-like setting. All meals provided. Call 250-338-6311 for tour.

COMOX- newly reno’d, 700sq ft 1 bdrm bsmt suite. All utils incld. Priv. entr., shared laun-dry. NS/NP. Refs req. Avail now. $620 mo. (250)339-4841.

COLDWELL BANKER - ISLAND COASTAL

(Property Management Division)

2-3 Bdrm, 3 bath townhouse on Mansfi eld Dr. Beautifully

furnished; fridge, stove, washer & dryer. No smoking,

no pets. $1700 per mth. Close to all amenities.

Contact: Ryan Liebert250-703-3672

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250-897-1611Licensed Professionals

www.pennylane.bc.ca

TRUMPETER’S LANDING modern newer condos bor-dering the airpark. Avail. units incl. 1 bdrm & den, 1 1/2 bath and 2 bdrm, 2 bath units, 6 appls, custom fi nishing, balconies/patios, underground pkg, storage units, some with wonderful ocean views. N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. Rents from $875/mth. WALK TO DOWN TOWNCTNY new, modern 2 bdrm, 1 bath townhouse, 5 appls, elect. F/P, res. pkg. N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed $935 ARGO COURT 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F&S, coin laundry, ba-sic cable & hot water incl., N/S, No pets, cat neg. w/ref. Avail Immed. - $700/mth. $250 moving allowance. Res mgr. 334-8602CLOSE TO COLLEGE 3 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse, 5 appls, gas F/P, balcony, N/S, No pets. Avail. Immed. $850/mthHERON’S LANDING 2 bdrm, 2 bath waterfront townhouse, 5 appls, garage, gas F/P, small balcony, patio, N/S, No pets, mth to mth tenancy. Avail. Mar. 1 - $1,000/mthASPEN WYNDE 2 bdrm, 2 bath patio home in Comox, 7 appls, garage, patio, storage shed, N/S, No pets. Avail. Mar. 1 - $1,050/mthCTNY BACHELOR SUITE, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, balcony, N/S, No pets. Avail. Mar. 1 - $500/mthCOMOX DUPLEX 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls., carport, land-scaping incl., N/S, No pets. Avail. Mar. 1 - $775/mthMUIR RIDGE 2 bdrm, 1 bath townhouse, 5 appls., gas F/P, balcony, N/S, No pets. Avail. Mar. 1 - $775/mthBRAIDWOOD MANOR 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 3 appls, coin laundry, patio, N/S, cat ok w/ref. Avail. Mar. 1 - $725/mth

DreamCatcher Auto Loans“0” Down, Bankruptcy OK -

Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals1-800-910-6402www.PreApproval.cc

2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 fi rm. 250-755-5191.

1986 Yamaha FZ600, 24,000 kms on odometer, new clutch pack, new battery, new fork oil and seals, brakes work perfect, tires are good, carbs are synchronized, runs great! $1200.00. Call 250-335-2262.

SCRAP BATTERIES Wanted!We BUY Scrap Batteries

from Cars, Trucks etc.$4.00/ea. & up! Free pick-up

Island Wide. Min. 10(1)604.866.9004 Ask for Brad

SCRAP BATTERIES Wanted We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 & up each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Toll Free 1.877.334.2288.

TRANSPORTATION

AUTO FINANCING

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250-339-77221668 EAST RYAN ROAD, COMOX

www.spca.bc.ca/comox

250-5th St., Downtown Courtenay250-334-3178

Kyro 231615Kyro would to go for lots of walks to see the world that he has never ex-perienced, and he would also love to go to obedience school to meet all the dogs. Kyro LOVES dogs and does very well with another sociable dog.

3110 Comox Road, Courtenay250-339-2511

Ford 147844Ford is not a big fan of dogs but he loves to play with his little fl uff y toys and if you think you have a forever home for him please see him at 1668 E. Ryan Rd., Comox

COMOX VALLEY ANIMAL HOSPITAL

Daisy 2 249210Daisy 2 is a short hair male kitten who is looking for a new home.

Frances 248170

Frances is a lovely torti girl and very playful. If you would like a curious friend for life, come and meet Frances.

2400 Cliff e Ave., Courtenay 250-338-0455Comox Centre Mall, Comox 250-339-2272#12-795 Ryan Rd., Courtenay 250-338-0424

www.comoxvalleyrecord.com250-338-5811

Ashley 256750Ashley is a very lovely torti girl that has too much personality for her own good. Come and meet Ashely! She will give you lots of love.

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Oryan 232808 Oryan is a sweet, young girl and a real stunner! If you are looking for a bunny friend, please come and meet her.

2230A Cliff e Ave., Courtenay250-334-9900

250-702-HOME (4663)

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Liza 257973Miss Liza came to the SPCA after the death of her guardian and she is looking for a retirement home. She is a lovely girl and likes being brushed and groomed

Mr. Mittens 252346

Mr. Mittens is now neutered and ready for adoption, he is a lovely, aff ectionate, playful kitten.

Reggie 257984Reggie is a lovely, lovable, playful young man that likes to snuggle. He has a gor-geous fl uff y tail to go with his lovely colour-ings. Call today and meet Reggie.

[email protected]

Carl 257756

Carl is a very handsome mane, with a sweet little meow and is very very aff ectionate with many years of love to give.

PERFECT PET SOLUTION

[email protected]

DOUG THE PLUMBER & GAS

2400 Cliff e Ave., Courtenay 250-338-0455Comox Centre Mall, Comox 250-339-2272#12-795 Ryan Rd., Courtenay 250-338-0424

Viking 235039

Viking is as sweet as ever. I get along fi ne with the other cats here. Please come and meet me, I am a special guy.

WOOFY’S DISCOUNT PET FOOD

SYLVIE ’ S ON FIFTH292-5th St., Downtown Courtenay

250-338-6629

SEARLE’S SHOES

WOOFY’S DISCOUNT PET FOOD

PIERCY’S-MT WASHINGTON FUNERAL HOME440 England Ave., Courtenay

250-334-4464

Red 238165Red is full of vim and vigor and needs a home that will be understanding of this very active guy! He loves to play. Red is aff ectionate, very happy and energetic guy.

COMOX PHYSIOTHERAPY CLINICUnit C, 1822 Comox Ave., Comox

250-339-6221

3245 Cliff e Avenue, Courtenay250-334-8322

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GRACE BAPTIST CHURCHIndependent - Fundamental

467 - 4th Street(just east of Fitzgerald)

SundayMorning Service - 10:00 a.m.Adult Bible Study - 11:30 a.m.

Children’s Sunday School - 11:30 a.m.Evening Service - 6:30 p.m.

WednesdayPrayer and Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.

Rev. Paul Johnson, Pastor250-338-8454

www.gbccv.org • [email protected]

CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC CHURCH

Pastor: Father Marek Paczka, SDS

HearingAssistance

Full WheelchairAccess

1599 Tunner Drive, COURTENAY • 250-334-4716

www.ctkparish.caemail: [email protected]

WEEKEND LITURGIESSat: 5 pm Mass

Sunday 8:30 am & 10:30 am Mass

CONFESSION:Sat: 4 - 4:30 pm & before all masses

Children’s Liturgy of the Word & Youth Group; Sept-May

Join us this Sunday

@ 10:30 am

~ A Place to Discover

Your Life Purpose ~

Pastors Darryl & Kim Burry

1580 Fitzgerald Ave. Courtenay

250-338-8221

www.cvsalarmy.ca [email protected]

Comox Valley Community Church

THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

WELCOMES YOU TO SERVICES AT:

PRESBYTERIAN

Tel/Fax 250-339-2882e-mail:[email protected]

comoxvalleypresbyterian.caLIVING A VISION FOR CHRIST AND COMMUNITY

COMOX VALLEYPRESBYTERIAN725 Aspen Rd., Comox

HearingAssistance

Full WheelchairAccess

Service 10:30am Guest Speaker:

Rev. Wally Fry

LUTHERAN

SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY

LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCIC)

Pastor A. Ronald Sedo 250-339-3933

web: web.mac.com/shepherdcomoxemail: [email protected]

“A place for you: John 14:2

2182 Comox Avenue, Comox

Sunday Worship10 AM

Young People’s Program, Weddings, Memorials,Spiritual Exploration

Nourish Your Spirit. Heal the World.

Services 1st & 3rd Sundays at 4pm

Comox Valley Unitarian

Fellowship

250 Beach Drive, Comox (at Comox United Church)

250-890-9262

www.cvuf.ca

ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADAComox Valley Parishes Welcome You!

NEW YEAR’S EVE

NEW YEAR’S DAY

www.stpeterscomox.ca

Sunday Worship • 8AM & 10AMBook of Common Prayer (Canada, 1962)

CHURCH SCHOOL 10AM

250-334-4331http:/stjohnthedivinecourtenay.bc.anglican.ca

St. John the DivineThe Rev. Rodney Ives, Priest in charge579 - 5th Street, Courtenay

St. PeterJim Lyster, Rector

218 Church St., Comox • 250-339-2925SATURDAYSATURDAY

5:40 Express Contemporary Worship

SUNDAYSUNDAY8am & 10am Worship

WednesdayHoly Eucharist 10 am

JOIN US IN WORSHIP9:15 am Contemporary Service

11:00 am Traditional Service

Nursery Care & Jr. Church @ 9:15 amSunday School, all ages @ 11:00 am

PASTORS: Peter Rabey & Randy Dyck

COURTENAY FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH

2963 Lake Trail Road, Courtenay (across from Arden Elementary)250-334-3432 www.courtenaybaptist.com

Comox ValleyCommunity Church

THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

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“Sounding forth the Supremacy of Christ in

all things”

10:00AM at Cape Lazo

Middle SchoolEveryone Welcome

www.resonatechurch.ca

RESONATEBAPTIST CHURCH

BAHÁ’Í FAITH

www.bahaisofcomox.org 250.702.3041 250.702.0574 www.bci.org/courtenaybahais

Study circles – small groups meet for collaborative study of spiritual subjects.

~ ~ ~“Knowledge is one of the wondrous gifts of God. It is incumbent upon every-one to acquire it.”

Bahá’u’lláh

Bay Community Church

Congregational ChristianChurches of Canada

Faith Family Friends

Sundays 10 am

Nursery - Kid Jam - Youth Group

Little Lambs ChristianDaycare

1105 Pritchard Rd., Comoxwww.baychurch.net/339-7527

Little Lambs 339-1834

Church of Our Lord Sunday Services

9:30 amat Berwick,

1700 Comox Ave.Comox, BC

All Welcomewww.coolcomox.ca

www.namsnetwork.com

6th & Fitzgerald Ave.Courtenay

“The church with a heart in the heart of the city”Sunday Services: 10:30 am

Minister: Rev. Peggy Jensen

Nursery-Gr.6 Sunday School

[email protected]

250-334-4961

St. George’s

RIVER HEIGHTS CHURCH

2201 Robert Lang Drive(Old Fish and Game Building)

Sunday Celebration10:30 am

Hosts of “Comox Valley School of Supernatural Ministry” (Bethel Church DVD Series)

First time registrants - Semester 1 begins Jan 22nd, 2012, (pre-registration is required by Jan 8th, 2012.

FMI contact Drew or Laurie Thomson 250-337-8011

Rev. Maggie Enwright250-339-3966

Sunday Service, Church School& Youth Group 10 am

Saturday Services Sept - May 5pm

Full WheelchairAccess

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www.comoxunitedchurch.com

COMOXUNITED

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CUMBERLAND UNITED CHURCH

1st Street & Penrith

Rev. Julianne Kasmer, Minister 250-400-7800

Sunday Worship & Children’s Program

at 11 amFollowed by a Potluck Lunch

Choir Practice Wed. 7:15 pmEve Mark, Choir Director

250-338-4785

Canadian Baptists of Western Canada

SUNDAY SERVICE10:30 A.M.Pastor Rev. Bill Hall

Everyone Welcome.

Comox Community Baptist Church

1250 Anderton Road, Comox 250-339-0224

2946 Kilpatrick Ave. Church Phone: 250-338-1312‘Jesus is Lord’

Sunday Services 11 am & 7 pmCome, where every service is a healing service. Come and receive hope and

encouragement. Jesus loves you, died for you and wants to live in your heart.

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For You!For You!

Pastor Dave KolebaAssociate Pastor Jake Hron

Lil 250-338-7727 (offi ce)

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Combined Services at10:30 AM

Meeting Each Week:Stan Hagen Theatre, N.I. College

2300 Ryan Road

Sundays 10:30

at the Lion’s DenNordin St., Comox

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