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Two cats locked in a cage and abandoned in the bushes in the Willis Road area are on the road to recovery.

When they came in they were completely emaciated, Katie Hal-liday, a veterinary technician at Courtenays Van Isle Veterinary Hospital, told CTV Vancouver Island.

The seven-month-old cats were

locked in a pet carrier and stashed in the bushes. The cage had been taped and was discovered by a man walking his dog, the dog being the one that actually uncovered them.

What they found was disturbing. Showing signs of organ failure from starvation and covered in their own urine and feces, the cats had been scratching at their cage in an obvi-ous attempt to get out. They may have been in there as longh as two weeks.

(The black and white one) was

just struggling to survive, basically, Halliday said. We were really wor-ried about that one.

The cats apparently sisters were carefully rehydrated and fed intravenously. It is expected they will be offered up for adoption once their recovery is complete.

The case disturbed Halliday and SPCA officials.

This is one of those (cases) where its just absolutely shocking and appalling, Halliday said. I have never seen this kind of thing

before.That it was done deliberately

rather than neglectfully is even more disturbing. Abandoned ani-mals are more likely to be just left in the bush and run off, not trapped in a cage. Halliday said there are options if you dont want an ani-mal. The most obvious and humane option is to turn them over to the SPCA. The SPCA, meanwhile, is asking the public for any informa-tion on the cats to call 1-855-622-7722.

Shocking case of abandonment

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If the northern portion of Area D joins the city of Campbell River, taxes may go up in all of the Strath-cona Regional District electoral areas, according to a new report.

A report on the service impacts to the regional district, should the citys boundary extension proposal go through, reveals taxpayers could see increased costs across the board.

Russ Hotsenpiller, the CAO of the regional district, said there are sev-eral areas that need to be addressed by the city of Campbell River before the proposal goes any further.

The report concludes there is a financial impact on taxpayers throughout the regional district elec-toral areas and there will be either financial, administrative or opera-tional impacts to the fire, water, building inspection, recreation, liq-uid waste management, community parks, electoral areas administration, grants-in-aid, planning and transit services within Area D, Hotsenpiller said. There will also be a reduction in gas tax allocations.

In all, the electoral areas (non-municipal parts) of the regional district will see a reduction of $167,000 in revenue in selected ser-vices which Hotsenpiller said would likely need to be addressed through

Merger could cause tax increase for all of Area D

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Two cats locked in a cage and abandoned in the bushes in the Willis Road area are on the road to recovery.

When they came in they were completely emaciated, Katie Hal-liday, a veterinary technician at Courtenays Van Isle Veterinary Hospital, told CTV Vancouver Island.

The seven-month-old cats were

locked in a pet carrier and stashed in the bushes. The cage had been taped and was discovered by a man walking his dog, the dog being the one that actually uncovered them.

What they found was disturbing. Showing signs of organ failure from starvation and covered in their own urine and feces, the cats had been scratching at their cage in an obvi-ous attempt to get out. They may have been in there as longh as two weeks.

(The black and white one) was

just struggling to survive, basically, Halliday said. We were really wor-ried about that one.

The cats apparently sisters were carefully rehydrated and fed intravenously. It is expected they will be offered up for adoption once their recovery is complete.

The case disturbed Halliday and SPCA officials.

This is one of those (cases) where its just absolutely shocking and appalling, Halliday said. I have never seen this kind of thing

before.That it was done deliberately

rather than neglectfully is even more disturbing. Abandoned ani-mals are more likely to be just left in the bush and run off, not trapped in a cage. Halliday said there are options if you dont want an ani-mal. The most obvious and humane option is to turn them over to the SPCA. The SPCA, meanwhile, is asking the public for any informa-tion on the cats to call 1-855-622-7722.

Shocking case of abandonment

Kristen DouglAsCampbell RiveR miRRoR

If the northern portion of Area D joins the city of Campbell River, taxes may go up in all of the Strath-cona Regional District electoral areas, according to a new report.

A report on the service impacts to the regional district, should the citys boundary extension proposal go through, reveals taxpayers could see increased costs across the board.

Russ Hotsenpiller, the CAO of the regional district, said there are sev-eral areas that need to be addressed by the city of Campbell River before the proposal goes any further.

The report concludes there is a financial impact on taxpayers throughout the regional district elec-toral areas and there will be either financial, administrative or opera-tional impacts to the fire, water, building inspection, recreation, liq-uid waste management, community parks, electoral areas administration, grants-in-aid, planning and transit services within Area D, Hotsenpiller said. There will also be a reduction in gas tax allocations.

In all, the electoral areas (non-municipal parts) of the regional district will see a reduction of $167,000 in revenue in selected ser-vices which Hotsenpiller said would likely need to be addressed through

Merger could cause tax increase for all of Area D

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Taxpayers in Area D outside the exten-sion area will receive an approximate $34 per year tax increase to maintain service levels, however, under the Local Gov-ernment Act, they do not have a vote on the boundary extension, Hotsenpiller said. As such, they are unable to directly affect the out-come.

The other electoral areas will also not have a say in the referendum but could face the follow-ing tax increases: $5.90 for the average tax payer in Area A; $10.52 in Area B (Cortes Island); and $9.58 in Area C (Quadra Island).

Hotsenpiller said the regional district could consider reducing the p l an n i ng pro g r am , increasing taxes or a combination of both to address the shortfalls.

As for the gas tax, the regional district

would lose $40,000 of its $450,000 gas tax transfer to Campbell River as a result of the regional dis-trict losing nine per cent of its rural area popula-tion to the city.

The report, conducted by Circle Square Solu-tions consultants, also revealed the citys bound-ary proposal would see the regional district lose 21 per cent of the Area D tax base a number that exceeds the threshold for mitigation from the province to make up the lost tax dollars.

According to the report, mitigation would come from the city, not the province.

Impacts in the Area A, B, and C electoral areas, however, are below min-istry triggers for miti-gation but the report found the loss of gas tax monies, as well as a tax increase, will reduce the capacity of those areas to fund projects.

The consultants sug-gested the regional dis-trict propose a three-year mitigation fund to phase

out the loss of gas tax revenue.

The report, which was required by the province, will be forwarded to the city for its review and input.

The process is part of the citys bound-ary extension proposal to take in 535 Area D properties south of the city limit to McGimpsey Road, an estimated pop-ulation of 1,235, in order to provide them with sewer service.

If 51 per cent of the affected residents vote during an upcoming referendum in favour of joining the city, each property owner is expected to pay $9,300 either in one lump sum or over the course of 20 years, likely starting in 2015.

Residents would have up to five years to con-nect to the citys sewer system and pay the $1,800 connection fee.

There would also be a third cost to connect their home to the sewer line.

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Lost controlThe male driver of a Honda Prelude, heading northbound on Petersen Road near Cheviot Road, collided head-on with a 2011 Chevrolet Cruze being driven by a female driver last Thursday around 6:30 p.m. Camp-bell River RCMP say the driver of the Prelude started to skid and was unable to regain control, crashing into the Cruze. The driver of the Prelude was ticketed with speeding relative to conditions. The accident occurred on a stretch of road that Coun. Ron Kerr has been advocating for improvements on for more than two years.

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After retiring last fall, Patricia Root was on a dream motorcycle trip in Southern California when she was killed Sun-day by another motorcy-clist.

Root, 62, was the for-mer owner of Campbell Rivers Merle Norman and had owned the cos-metics store for many years.

She owned it when it was still in the mall. Campbell River didnt seem as big back then

and everyone seemed to know hershe was very well-loved in Campbell River, said Roots daugh-ter Anita Wlasitz (nee Heinen).

On Sunday, Root and her partner Warren Burd were wrapping up a five-month vacation in the Palm Springs area when the tragedy occurred around 1:50 p.m., near Joshua Tree National Park.

According to the Cali-fornia Highway Patrol, Root was riding her Harley-Davidson with Burd riding nearby

when another motorcy-clist, on a Yamaha sport bike, crossed over the centre line and collided head-on with her.

Root was pronounced dead at the scene while the other rider, a 27-year-old man from Twenty-nine Palms, California, was airlifted to Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs where he later died of his inju-ries. His name was not released.

Police do not suspect drugs or alcohol were factors in the fatal colli-sion.

According to Wlasitz, Root arrived in Camp-bell River more than 30 years ago. She is sur-vived by two children, two step-children, five grandchildren and one great grandchild.

After selling the store, Root opened another business, Pats Fabulous Nails, and finally retired last October. Wlasitz said she was very much in love with Burd, a well-known retired car dealer, and the two were having a wonderful time until the tragedy.

It was her dream come

true; to find love and travel, said Wlasitz.

In addition to motor-cycling, she enjoyed spending winters in Mexico and was known for her volunteer work in Campbell River which included helping to feed the homeless, contribut-ing to the womens shel-ter and supporting the Red Hat Society.

Her two cats were her babies and she loved her grandkids, said Wlasitz.

A celebration of Roots life will take place April 26, 1 p.m., at the Mari-time Heritage Centre.

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Tyler Pastuck and Derek Crowther have struck out on attempts to appeal their manslaugh-ter convictions.

In August 2013, the B.C. Court of Appeal upheld both convic-tions and last week, the Supreme Court of Can-ada dismissed the case.

We were denied leave to appeal, said defence lawyer Robert Mul-ligan who represented Crowther. They just say yes or no(and) thats usually the end of the road.

In December 2011, Pastuck and Crowther were convicted of man-slaughter in the death of Christopher Smythe, 28. A third man, also in his 20s, was also charged, but died before the case

went to trial.On Feb. 27, 2010,

Smythe attended a party at a Rockland Road townhouse which Pas-tuck was renting. In the early morning hours, neighbours called police after seeing a man being dragged by his ankles and then being stomped on by two or three other men.

Police found Smythe behind the complex, still alive, but badly beaten. He died three days later from head injuries.

In January 2012, Pas-tuck was sentenced to seven years in a federal prison while Crowther received a six-year term. However, their sentences were both reduced by 27 months due to time already served behind bars.

Both men are still in custody.


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The Village of Tahsis is expected to lose its only resident police officer in June due to safety rea-sons.

Its a real concern, said Mayor Jude Schoo-ner. Ive told the min-ister and the RCMP that we are going down fight-ing.

According to the mayor, its an ongoing struggle to keep a perma-nent officer. Every two years, when the officers placement term is end-ing, the village lobbies the Attorney General and the Nootka Sound RCMP to send another officer.

Const. Tim Hawkes was the last officer dis-patched to the small West Coast commu-nity, but when his term is up in June, he will be reassigned to the main detachment in Gold River.

And the main reason, according to Schooner, is the Canada Labour Code which requires two offi-cers to respond to an incident, largely for their own safety. However, she believes theres another reason.

This is probably all about money.

The mayor under-stands the need to pro-tect officers, but her big-ger concern is protection for the entire community. Its also a troubling mat-ter for other residents.

I wouldnt have moved to Tahsis if I had real-ized there would be no police in town, wrote Karli Yanchus in a let-ter to Minister of Justice Suzanne Anton. This is a huge blowwe are still B.C. residents deserving of service, even though we are small and iso-lated.

When Const. Hawkes leaves, there will be six officers assigned to the Gold River detachment, which is more than 60 kilometres away from Tahsis, separated by a mountainous logging road.

For most of the year, about 250 people live in Tahsis full-time, but that number can balloon to

almost 1,000 during the summer tourist/fishing season.

Theres typically an increased police pres-ence during the summer, particularly on the water, but the mayor wonders what will happen when the fishing season ends and theres no local offi-cer left?

Const. Hawkes and his wife, a teacher, are valued members of the commu-nity. His presence acts as a deterrent and hes a role model for youth.

Having an officerlive here in Tahsis has many benefits; the main one being it prevents crime, wrote Yanchus. An unusual danger that our town sometimes faces is wildlife that acts aggressive. Do you think the cougar ripping apart a dog pen will wait around for an hour for the officer to drive up from Gold River and deal with it?

Nootka Sound RCMP were not available for comment before press deadline, but the mayor said there will be an upcoming community meeting with RCMP to discuss policing in Tah-sis.

Schooner said the Mounties are looking at a different opera-tional plan, but so far it appears certain Tahsis will no longer have a per-manent police officer.

(Its) a great policy to keep our law enforce-ment officers safer, but that leaves our entire vil-lage of civilians with no back-up instead, which is crazy, wrote Yanchus.paulr@campbellriver-

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Campbell River coun-cil bid farewell to RCMP Inspector Lyle Gelinas on Tuesday night.

Gelinas, who presents quarterly crime statistics to council, delivered his last report at this weeks council meeting.

Gelinas has been pro-moted to the position of superintendent with the RCMPs Western Alberta District in Grand Prairie.

Councillors took turns congratulating Gelinas and wishing him well.

Wanted to recognize the legacy and job youve done, Inspector, Coun. Andy Adams said. I want to wish you all the success in your new posi-tion and congratulations on the promotion.

Coun. Larry Samson also thanked Gelinas for all of his hard work while Coun. Mary Storry said that council will miss him.

But arguably the best moment of the night was when City Clerk Pete Wipper spoke up to say that staff at city hall had sent a hat around to pitch in for a going away gift.

We wanted to get you something, but to be honest, we didnt get much of a response, said Wipper, tongue in cheek. So we couldnt get you what we wanted to. But you know, certainly the staff of the city of Camp-bell River pulled out all the stops and we got you this beautiful keepsake trophy.

Wipper then proceeded

to whip out a small, golden trophy bearing part of Gelinas name.

We didnt have a lot of room so we had to abbreviate your name, Wipper apologized. It just says, L Gel, Top Cop of 2014.

Laughing, Gelinas accepted the trophy from Wipper.

I wonder if I could cuff him right now, Geli-nas joked as he shook hands with Wipper, who said he would miss Geli-nas wit.

Lyle has been a fantas-tic person to work with great sense of humour

and we will really miss him a lot, Wipper said.

Gelinas joined the Campbell River police

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tives during his ten-ure in Campbell River, according to City Man-ager Laidlaw.

Samson said Gelinas boots on the ground approach has resulted in a steady decline in the citys crime rate since the Inspector first came to Campbell River.

As Campbell River RCMP detachment commander, Inspector Gelinas is both Campbell Rivers City Police Chief and head of policing in rural areas from Oyster River to Roberts Lake, as well as Strathcona Park, Sonora and Stuart

Islands and the areas on the mainland around Bute Inlet.

The past six years in Campbell River have provided me with a wealth of experiences and opportunities espe-cially in the area of crime reduction, Gelinas said in a release. Our detach-ment and community have excelled in this area and we have the results to support this.

The community of Campbell River is one of the best places to live and work, and I never have any problems filling the regular member posi-

tions in the detachment, Gelinas added. Working with the mayor, coun-cil and the First Nations communities have been positive experiences, pro-viding me with a greater appreciation of political and cultural processes.

The inspector provides direction for 53 officers, one crime analyst, 25 support staff, six auxil-iary constables and vol-unteers with groups such as Campbell Rivers Citi-zens on Patrol (COPS), the Community Policing Committee, Victim Ser-vices, Restorative Justice and the DARE program.


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Mike Harcourt was probably too nice a guy to become premier of B.C., especially as the first leader of the NDP to win power after the fondly-remembered (by NDPers, at least) Dave Barrett government of 1972-1975.

The Barrett government was the first NDP government ever to take power in B.C., after being in opposition as the CCF and NDP for almost 40 years.

Harcourt led the party back to power after 16 years in the wilderness. He had earlier served as mayor of Vancouver. He styled himself Moderate Mike, a fairly accurate label, as he tended to

try and make as many people happy as possible, and not bash business quite as much as some of his colleagues

were prone to do.However, he fell victim to the endless plotting that

seems to be an integral part of the NDPs DNA. Barrett had taken over after Tom Berger failed to win power in 1969, in an election the NDP were sure they could win. Barrett was then knifed by labour allies in his last year in power.

Harcourt was under pressure over the Nanaimo Commonwealth Holding Society, an NDP-controlled organization involved in many questionable financial moves. He had nothing to do with it, but the fact that it came out on his watch caused some of his cabinet, notably Moe Sihota, Joan Smallwood and Glen Clark, to go after him.

Despite the shoddy way he was treated, he remained

a member of the NDP and campaigned frequently for the party. In January, he decided not to renew his membership, a fact made known earlier this week. It received a lot of media attention, not surprisingly, given the fact that he endorsed Adrian Dixs campaign less than a year ago.

Harcourt said the Kinder Morgan flip-flop, attack on Carole James leadership (do we detect a pattern here?) and NDP fight against the carbon tax in 2009 caused him to not bother paying his dues this year.

Those are reasonable doubts, and his action will cause many within the NDP to ponder just where their party is headed, as it undergoes its second leadership campaign in three years.

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There have been a number of articles recently both in local newspapers and the Vancouver Sun about the discovery and subsequent research being conducted on the ancient clam gardens found in the North Vancouver Island area.

Obviously, some local First Nations were aware of their early involvement in mariculture, but this was not widely known. Unfortunately, these articles have made no mention of Judith Williams work in unearthing the mystery of these gardens which are only visible at low tide. With the advice and help of local people, she and her husband made many trips by boat to observe these carefully-built terraces that vastly increased the area where clams could be gardened. When I spoke to Judith Williams, she said that Elizabeth Harry (Keekus), a Klahoose Elder, told her about the clam gardens. Billy Proctor of Gilford Island also gave her invalu-able advice about clam gardens in the Broughton area. What better person to do so as he built one himself over a period of 40 years!

Anyone interested in this fascinating topic should read Judith Williams book, Clam Gardens Aboriginal Mari-culture on Canadas West Coast. It was published in 2006 by New Star Books in Vancouver. As well as being carefully researched, the book is full of interesting photos both his-torical and present day photos of the areas she visited. The author has spoken about her book and the research leading up to it on several occasions, including at the Words on the Water Writers Festival in Campbell River, some years ago.

Heather Kellerhals-StewartQuadra Island

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No sign of tumbleweeds or ghosts around hereGhost towns are the staple of the west.

From the 19th Century to the later half of the 20th and even the 21st centuries, the remains of once thriving communi-ties stand as testaments to failure.

Theyre usually associated with resource industries. Gold mines played out. Silver stakes collapsed. Lead and zinc operations closed doors. Raised in the resource extraction industry, Im no stranger to towns suddenly aban-doned after they started losing too much money. Unlike gold rush towns of the old west which crumbled into rot-ting timbers and dusty roadways, 20th Century mining towns were dismantled and the parts were sold off or they were remarketed by an optimistic few as inexpensive housing to retire in or build your own independent future.

I lived in once-thriving mining towns Tasu on Haida Gwaii and Faro, Yukon. Tasu was dismantled and the housing stock was shipped elsewhere after the mine closed. Faro remains vastly under-populated for the amount of housing in that once-wealthy lead-zinc mining town. It is now trying to market itself as a doorstep on the wilderness. Much like Tumbler Ridge, B.C. after its first wave of closures and even Gold River here on the Island, Faro attempts to retain and redefine a community after its only employer left. One might argue that theyre not ghost towns but if youll allow a pun theyre ghosts of their for-mer selves. Ba-dum. Other, more typi-cal, ghost towns exist, fallen away over the years: Ocean Falls and Kitsault, for example.

So, why hasnt Campbell River joined the legion of ghosts in British Colum-bia and the North? We lost our major employer, the Elk Falls Pulp Mill.

And yet, the population of the city has actually grown since the mill closure. Other towns of a similar nature pulp mill towns Port Alberni, Powell River and Duncan/North Cowichan are either hanging on or have lost popula-tion, even though they have kept their mills operating. According to BC Stats, Campbell River has grown from 31,485 people in 2011 to 31,601 people in 2013, continuing the trend from the years since the mill shut down.

Port Alberni, meanwhile, has decreased from 17,782 to 16,769 between 2011 and 2013. Duncan/North Cowichan has decreased slightly, from

4,945/29,298 in 2011 to 4,592/29,277 in 2013. But Powell River, surprisingly, has increased from 13,202 in 2011 to 13,439 in 2013.

I find this interesting. Despite an economic body blow, Campbell River continues to grow ever so slightly. We know the economy was and still is more varied than other similar towns min-ing, ironically, continues as do logging and aquaculture operations. Still, youd think losing the once largest pulp mill in Canada would kill the community. But no, people know what a jewel this is and how pleasant it is to live here. Many commute to the oil patch, of course, but its a telling fact that they retain their homes here.

Were also beginning a period of con-struction boom. No ghosts here.

Alistair TaylorOut On A Limb @AlstrT

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Young break-in suspects caught

Three teens suspected of committing a rash of break-ins in the York Road area were recently arrested on the north end of the city.

On March 28, at about 2 a.m., Campbell River RCMP received a report of suspicious activity and possibly a theft in the 4200 block of Discovery Drive in the Painter-Barclay area.

When officers arrived, they discovered a break-in and called in the police dog which tracked down three male suspects (ages 16-17).

Police also recovered stolen property and believe the trio was behind a series of B&Es to outbuildings that occurred in the York Road area, south of the city, over the last two months.

Police say one of the suspects, who cannot be named under the

Youth Criminal Justice Act, was already under court-ordered conditions, including a curfew, due to other offences.

The three are facing several charges and are due to appear in provincial court.

Thieves target ATVs and motors

In the last three weeks, thefts of all-terrain vehicles and boat motors has spiked across the city.

Mounties are

urging owners to take precautions in securing their property and any outbuildings in which they may be located. Police are asking residents to report any suspicious activity.

Suspicious fireA suspicious fire

Sunday night in the 900 block of Ironwood Road is under investigation by the fire department and Campbell River RCMP.

The blaze started around 8:45 p.m.

Fire and forensic investigators were on the scene Monday collecting evidence.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police or Crime Stoppers.


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The Campbell River genealogy Society will be hosting an all-day workshop on Genealogy basics on Saturday, April 26 at the Maritime Heritage Centre.

Think of it as spring cleaning (but a lot more fun) of your genealogy files, records, research, etc. Presenters, Bob Bray, Donna Cox, Casey Forsyth and Carolyn Henshall have many years of experi-ence and knowledge.

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PAUL RUDANCAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR

Ne g o t i a t i o n s a r e underway to finalize a deal with an international consortium selected to build two new hospitals in Campbell River and the Comox Valley.

Tandem Health Part-ners, a consortium of nine companies (see list below), has been selected by Island Health as the proponents to design, build, finance and main-tain the two new hospi-tals.

The $600-million proj-ect is slated to begin this July and will include a 95-bed, $266-million facility to be built next to the current Campbell River hospital site and a 153-bed hospital in Courtenay.

Construction will begin as soon as the contract is signed. The challenge now is to negotiate a f ixed-price, perfor-mance-based agreement with Tandem.

Heading up the consor-tium is the Canadian arm of Balfour Beatty Capital which has offices in Lon-don, Sidney, Philadelphia and Toronto. According

to its international web-site and healthcare sec-tor:

Balfour Beatty invests in, designs, builds and maintains a broad portfo-lio of hospital and health-care projects. These range from small, specialist facilities to large, com-plex, multi-disciplinary hospitals for healthcare authorities.

The North Island Hos-pitals Project will be built as a public-private part-nership (P3). Examples of previous P3 health care projects in B.C. include the Royal Jubilee Hospi-tal Patient Care Centre in Victoria, the Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre, and the Fort St. John Hospital.

R e c e nt ly, B a l fou r Beatty won a P3 contract to build an $85.5 mil-lion acute mental health and community hospital in Scotland. In a Febru-ary press release Balfour Beatty CEO Andrew McNaughton provided a hint of the North Island Hospitals Project.

In recent years we have become a leader in the healthcare (P3) market in the United Kingdom coupled with

substantial experience in the construction of major hospital facilities in the U.S., he said. We have transferred these skills to leverage opportunities in adjacent markets such as Canada.

The naming of Tan-dem follows an extensive evaluation of proposals submitted by three con-sortiums. Island Health is also promising to release details of the contract once it is finalized.

As well, John Single-ton, the fairness advisor for the competitive selec-tion process, has had full access to every aspect of the evaluation and will prepare an independent opinion regarding fair-ness of the process.

His report will be made public at www.partner-shipsbc.ca

Fast facts:

n Work is expected to begin this summer on the two hospitals with com-pletion slated for 2017.n The Campbell River

work will create approxi-mately 900 direct jobs and more than 650 indi-rect jobs in industries supplying goods and ser-

vices used in construc-tion.n The Comox Valley

work will create approxi-mately 1,000 direct jobs and more than 750 indi-rect jobs.n All health-care ser-

vices will continue to be funded by the province and delivered by Island Health.n The $600 million

cost of the project will be shared by the province and the Comox Strath-cona Regional Hospital District.

Tandem Health Part-ners:

Balfour Beatty Capital Canada Inc.

Gracorp Capital Advi-sors Ltd.

Connor Clark & Lunn GVest Traditional Infra-structure LP

Graham Design Build-ers LP

Balfour Beatty with Farmer Construction Ltd.

Stantec Inc.Blue Cottage Consult-

ingHoneywell Interna-

tional Inc.Balfour Beatty Com-

munities

New hospital builder selected

KRISTEN DOUGLASCAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR

The seats at the Tide-mark Theatre are going up for sale.

Council agreed last week to the Tidemark Theatre Societys request to sell the old chairs using the theatres new ticket-ing system.

At last weeks Tuesday council meeting, Coun. Andy Adams moved the

motion which also stipu-lated that any proceeds from the sale should go towards Tidemark Theatre capital projects, namely renovating the concession.

Kim Emsley-L eik , managing director of the Tidemark Theatre Soci-ety, told council that the seats are the property of the city and it was up to council what became of the chairs.

The disposal or sale of the seats is currently city of Campbell River responsibility, Emsley-Leik said. In an effort to facilitate this process and to continue to partner with the city of Campbell River on this project, I would like to recommend that council consider using the new theatre manager ticketing system we have recently installed in the theatre to sell the

seats.The seats wil l be

removed from the theatre starting July 1 as renova-tions get underway. All of the theatre chairs will be reaplced and the house will be re-painted and re-carpeted. Its part of the theatres T25 Cam-paign which also includes upgrades to the lighting and online ticketing sys-tem, and the purchase of a new projection system.

Take a Tidemark Theatre seatThis publication available online

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machines and can use the parts to help out the next guy.Our motto is never throw anything away.

In many cases, a broken down vacuum can be repaired. What is junk to you is valuable to us. In some cases, we can give you a store credit if you leave your old vacuum cleaner.

Miracle Way Vacuum Systems is a recycle depot located in Campbell River.

Our customers range from home owners to major companies.

What can I do with my old vacuum?

Kris Salter, with mascot Jack

850 - 12th Avenue Unit 1Campbell River, BC 250.286.1202

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We ARE your #1 Transportation Choice!287-Taxi in Campbell River is a locally owned and operated company serving the Residents, Tourists and Business Professionals in Campbell River. The pride of ownership is obvious when you view the well-maintained vehicles, which are cleaned inside and out on a daily basis. Clean comfortable vehicles Courteous Drivers Smoke Free Wireless Interac Machines Pre-dated Taxi Orders Airport Service Shuttle Rates to/from C.R. Airport Shuttle Rates to/from Comox Airport Door to Door Service Door to Door Deliveries Bus Rentals

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My son or daughter is very bright and complains about being bored at school. What can I do?

It is fairly common that some students do not enjoy certain topics that are covered at school. If your child is consistently bored at school it may be a good idea to consider an enrichment program. Students attend once or twice a week to work through more challenging material that they nd interesting and meaningful. Our certi ed teachers assist students to work through individualized programs that keep students engaged and excited about learning in general.

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I have a dresser drawer full of old jewelry and bits and pieces.Can you tell me if I have anything of value?

Yes. We love a treasure hunt. Gather it up and bring it in. You dont need an appointment and we are happy to see you. There is no obligation and it can be quite exciting. Remember, if you have a quote from someone else, and want a second one, we are pleased to do that also. You will be glad you did. The gold guys.

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Jaw Clicking or Pain ?

Clicking or pain when opening or closing the mouth can be a sign of disc derangement in the TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint), better known as the jaw. The disc in the jaw can be pulled forward for several reasons like: trauma, abnormal bite, tight muscles, or altered neck posture. Once pulled forward, it starts to click when the jaw bone slips off the disc, and if not treated, puts the disc at risk of further damage. Physiotherapists at CBI-Rehabilitation In Motion have specialized training in the diagnosis and treatment of TMJ problems, and most can be resolved quickly!

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What causes lower back pain and can you help me?Lower back pain can be caused by a number of factors from injuries to the effects of aging. The spinal cord is protected by vertebrae, which are made of bone. Between each vertebra are soft discs with a ligamentous outer layer. These discs function as shock absorbers to protect the vertebra and the spinal cord. Many of the problems that cause back pain are the result of herniation, protrusion and degeneration of the intervertebral disc. Degeneration is a process where wear and tear causes deterioration of the disc. Herniations or bulging of the disc are protrusions from the disc that press on surrounding nerves, causing pain or numbness.

Non Surgical Decompression is helpful in treating some of the conditions resulting from herniated, protruded or degenerative disc. If you are suffering from lower back pain, give Dr. Guthy a call at 250-287-3113 or visit her website at www.decompressionlasercenter.com. She is located at 103-250 Dogwood St. in Campbell River.

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The Mirror & The Daily.It provides business professionals the opportunity to

answer questions submitted by our readers.

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250-287-9227

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The customers rst thought is to keep it around the house, orgarbage it.

Bring your old machine to us and we will do a free estimate on any make and model of machine. At Miracle Way Vacuum Systems, we recycle all used

machines and can use the parts to help out the next guy.Our motto is never throw anything away.

In many cases, a broken down vacuum can be repaired. What is junk to you is valuable to us. In some cases, we can give you a store credit if you leave your old vacuum cleaner.

Miracle Way Vacuum Systems is a recycle depot located in Campbell River.

Our customers range from home owners to major companies.

What can I do with my old vacuum?

Kris Salter, with mascot Jack

850 - 12th Avenue Unit 1Campbell River, BC 250.286.1202

Miracle Way Vacuum Systems

We proudly sell MVAC Built-in Vacuum systems made in Canada

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Who are we and what do we offer?

We ARE your #1 Transportation Choice!287-Taxi in Campbell River is a locally owned and operated company serving the Residents, Tourists and Business Professionals in Campbell River. The pride of ownership is obvious when you view the well-maintained vehicles, which are cleaned inside and out on a daily basis. Clean comfortable vehicles Courteous Drivers Smoke Free Wireless Interac Machines Pre-dated Taxi Orders Airport Service Shuttle Rates to/from C.R. Airport Shuttle Rates to/from Comox Airport Door to Door Service Door to Door Deliveries Bus Rentals

Call Toll Free 1.855.787.8294

Campbell River Airport Shuttle Service250.914.1010

Dave HelmeOwner

Bus Charters Child Friendly seats Wheelchair Accessible Taxi Taxi Savers Reloadable Gift Cards Gift Certi cates Corporate Accounts Jump Starts 6 Passenger Vans 14 Passenger Vans 21 Passenger Buses

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Do you knowsomeone elderly that needs home care? Having been a Registered Nurse for many years, it is obvious to the eye, the elderly need good personal care, but with caregivers that really care enough to be there. With Charcare, I am going to be there for you asking a simple question; what would you like included in your activities of daily living. The services I offer will be ingoing and outgoing care which will allow you to stay in control of your life, and stay in your own home. I want you to feel that this can be accomplished, either the decision made by yourself or a family member.

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Help!! My puppy is chewing everything in my house!!!!

First of all, chewing is a very normal and natural thing for any puppy or dog to do. Unfortunately they often chew the wrong thing like the couch or shoes because the owner hasnt trained their puppy what he can chew and arent supervising the puppy properly. Use a kennel or a gated off area to restrict the puppy roaming around and nding something to chew on when you cant be watching him. Invest in at least 2 (or more) KONG toys, theyre hollow so they can be stuffed with the puppys meals or treats, give one to your puppy when you go out, hell work at getting the food out of it and tire himself out.I also love the Buster Cube - a treat dispensing toy that will entertain your puppy for hours and hours. If you nd him chewing the wrong thing, redirect to what you want him to chew, and make sure not to leave anything where he can reach it. Id also suggest upping the exercise your puppy is getting, a Tired Puppy is a Good Puppy! Most puppies or adult dogs dont get enough physical and/or mental exercise, and thats why they nd things to keep themselves busy. If they cant chew, they might decide to bark or dig instead..Try hiding treats out in the yard and sending him to go nd them, anything to let him use his nose for hunting will certainly wear him out plus hell have fun doing it! A walk where he can sniff and investigate will tire him out more than chasing a ball or Frisbee


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Can cold sores caused by the herplex simplex virus be passed on to another person once you are infected?

Yes. To keep from spreading the virus: Do not have skin-to-skin contact

with young children and people who are immunocompromised.

Do not share forks, spoons, drinking containers, razors, or towels.

Wash hands with soap and water.

Take care of a cold sore by: Keep the cold core clean by gently washing with mild soap

and water. Putting an ointment on the cold sore should help from

cracking.

For more information on the prevention and treatments for cold sores, come by to your Peoples Drug Mart Pharmacy and talk to your pharmacist for available options.

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375-2nd Ave. (CRH Basement - next to Rehabilitation)Campbell River, BC V9W 3V1

Ph: 250-850-2418 Fax: [email protected] www.crhospitalfoundation.ca

Why supportCampbell River HospitalFoundation?

Your donation stays in Campbell River and helps to fund vital medical equipment and support continued staff education, often ensuring that people living in Campbell River and North Vancouver Island are able to stay closer to home for care. Your donation also helps in the recruitment and retention of physicians to Campbell River Hospital, ensuring that we have the best medical staff that we can, to help all of us when we need them most. For more information on how you can make a difference contact our of ce 250-850-2418 orwww.crhospitalfoundation.ca

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Why is Humic Acidso good to use in the garden? It enhances nutrient uptake, meaning you save money by spending less on fertilizers It enhances soils depleted in nutrients and organic matter Humic Acids promote proliferation of soil microorganicslike bene cial algae, bacteria, and fungi Improves soil structure and prevents soil compaction Increases water holding capacity in soil Humic Acid is allowed for use on certied organic farms in Canada Look for a good quality Humic Acid from a Canadian fresh water source.

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How to Get Your Exterior Paint Color Right?Painting your home in the perfect exterior palette will go a long way to making it a place you can be proud to call your own. Unless you live on a large piece of land or deep on a wooded lot, you need to: Consider the colors of the homes around you. Select an exterior paint color that is different but works well with the other homes in the neighborhood Pick a color that blends in or one that stands out but not one that clashes with neighboring homesDo not forget about the surrounding palette of your landscaping, such as spring blooming trees or a sea of green foundation plantings which can complement your color choice.Call Arc Painters for assistance with expert color consultation and professional painting services

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How can I leave money to a charity and still take care of my family should I die?A permanent life insurance policy payable to your estate can satisfy the desire to leave a legacy to a favorite charity, and give your estate a signi cant tax break on your nal return. The tax break allows for more of your estate to remain intact, leaving more behind for your family nancially. This is particularly helpful if you own an business and/or real estate (ie rentals or recreational). An additional life insurance policy, naming your family as bene ciaries, can be set up to eliminate debt and replace income as needed. Each situation is different, and a carefully designed legacy plan can help you feel con dent that you have taken care of all that is important to you.

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Yes, I can book and design your ad for any of our 80+ papers across British Columbia for you.

I only require the information you want in your ad then we will build your ad at no extra cost and send it to you for proo ng. Once your ad is approved by you, I will book the dates you require and submit your ad on your behalf it is that simple!I can also book you online ads on any of our websites across British Columbia.

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Easter Lilies and ourFeline Friends

The garden shops and grocery stores are full of gorgeous lilies we love for adding color and decor to our homes, but they may also attract our curious four legged friends, and encourage them to take a closer look. Is this beautiful ower safe for our family cat to accidentally demolish? The answer is no.

The Easter lily, tiger lily, stargazer lily, Japanese show lily, Asian lily, some species of day lily, and certain other members of the Liliaceae family can be fatal if ingested by a cat. All parts of these plants are considered toxic to cats and ingestion of even a tiny amount can cause severe poisoning. Within only a few hours of ingestion, the cat may vomit, become lethargic, or develop a lack of appetite. These signs conti

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