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Maximizing profits at care homes – like New Horizons – at the expense of the lowest-paid health care employees is a government-made “disaster,” according to Brenda Leigh.

“This is a failed experiment. It doesn’t provide quality care and it doesn’t respect the workers,” said the long-time Area D representative on the Strathcona Regional District.

Leigh has also served many years on the regional hospital board, but on Wednesday morning she put aside her political stripes to talk about something far more impor-tant: The health and well-being of her elderly mother who’s a resident at New Horizons in Campbell River where all staff were given layoff notices just before the new year.

During Christmas, Leigh’s mother fractured her pelvis. The recovery is slow and painful, and Leigh has been at New Horizons daily since the acci-dent to provide extra assistance and company. She’s also seen the quality care provided by staff and witnessed their bitter surprise and frustra-tion when the employer handed out notices informing them of layoffs at the 94-bed facility on April 22.

“They (staff ) are running and they’re working their guts out,” Leigh told the Island Health Board of Directors. “To get these layoff notices…was just despicable by the

owner.”Leigh’s impassioned speech

brought most of the spectators to their feet who had come to the Mar-itime Heritage Centre for the board’s general meeting which is routinely held in different Island communi-ties.

Many in the audience are employed at New Horizons and they sported blue buttons which read: “Camp-bell River cares! Protect quality care, decent jobs at New Horizons.” And they heard that contracting out has already occurred at several down-Island care homes.

However, it doesn’t appear there’s much the board can or will do to support the employees. Dr. Brendan Carr, president and CEO of Island Health, explained the employer has the right in their contract to

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Du Xuan Pham wishes to extend a Happy New Year to everyone in Campbell River. This is a special time of the year for Pham, his fam-

ily and friends in the local Vietnamese community. Today is New Year’s Day – Tet in Vietnamese – as it is for Asian nationalities that traditionally follow the lunar calendar, like Chinese, Korean, and others.

It’s most widely known as the Chinese New Year which is the cultural root of the event going back thousands of years but it has its variations in the other nations. It is also called the Lunar New Year and it is known by the corresponding animal of the Chinese zodiac – 2014 is the Year of the Horse.

Traditionally it’s a period of feasting, celebration and paying tribute to ancestors and deities.

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Du Xuan Pham invites fellow Campbell Riverites to celebrate the New Year in the lunar calender. This is the most important celebration of the year for Campbell River’s residents of Vietnamese, Chinese and other Asian heritages.

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That led to other ques-tions about how the health authority ensures “quality of care” and the response was there is a series of reports and on-site monitoring that are constantly evaluated.

“Well, you get what you pay for,” Leigh quipped earlier in the meeting.

At the core of the New Horizons issue is employees’ pay and benefits. Care aids start at $18.39 an hour and licensed practical nurses at about $22. Those fig-ures and benefits are expected to decrease when the owner, Van-couver-based Park Place Seniors Living, contracts out services for nurses, care providers, kitchen staff, care takers, etc. As well, any employees who are re-hired stand to lose their seniority.

“Why are we paying public money so that some guy can buy a new Mercedes?” asked one man.

Why indeed, echoed

Leigh who pointed out that New Horizons receives so many dol-lars per bed from Island Health, so that any “sav-ings” will result in bigger profits for company own-ers Al and Jenny Jina who operate 17 care facilities in B.C. and Alberta.

“This is a facility funded by public dol-lars,” Leigh reminded the board. She and oth-ers called on the board to protect the health of Island residents, to sup-port current workers and to challenge the provin-cial government on the

contracts which appear to reward owners more than employees.

After the meeting, Terri Griffin spoke with media. She is a director with the Health Employees Union which represents work-ers at New Horizons, and announced that the union has presented the employer with an alter-native plan.

“We believe it cov-ers our cost concerns and it’s fair,” said Griffin who declined to divulge any numbers. Also, on Jan. 13, New Horizons employees received a

letter from site manager Connie Luck.

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Taxes are going up 2.92 per cent for residential taxpayers this year.

That equates to a $41.26 per year increase for the average Campbell River home assessed at $257,000.

There will be no tax increase for the business class and the parks parcel tax will remain at $25 for 2014.

Council spent a full

day Monday shaping the city’s capital budget – which includes some big ticket items – with-out changing the tax rate which was settled on during the last budget session on Jan. 20.

“All of the decisions made today (Monday) do not involve any taxa-tion increases so we are still ending at 2.92 per cent,” said Myriah Foort, the city’s finance man-ager.

Mayor Walter Jake-

way said while it may look like good news, the reality is council is still overspending but instead of using taxa-tion, is quickly depleting reserve accounts, which once empty, will force council to raise taxes even further.

“The low percent-age increase gives the impression that city spending is restrained and is finally under con-trol,” Jakeway said. “City spending is not reined in. When there is in excess of $14 million of capital spending from reserves (savings accounts) all in one year, something is very wrong. $14 million of reserve spending is

similar to a one-time 78 per cent residential tax increase. It is just hidden and out of the public’s view, because the money comes from the savings accounts.

“Yes, some of the accu-mulated reserve monies are from gaming income and some come from gas taxes, but most comes from past city taxes,” Jakeway added. “It is all taxation and it all comes from the taxpayers regardless.”

One of the biggest decisions council made was to increase the tax rate for the managed for-est lands class, despite objections from Timber-West that raising taxes was contravening the Private Managed Forest Land Act, which pro-vides landowners with a tax benefit in exchange for sustained harvesting.

Terry Francis, opera-tions manager with Tim-berWest, told council Monday morning that a prior court ruling by BC Supreme Court rein-forced “that a munici-pality cannot tax private Managed Forest Land at a rate which has the effect of restricting a for-est management activity.”

Francis also pointed out that the city’s pro-posal – to increase taxes from $2.29 per thousand to the provincial average of $13.98 per thousand – may cause forestry com-panies to re-think their operations in Campbell River.

“ T h e p r o p o s e d increased tax burden will likely discourage forestry and remove the finan-cial incentive to carry out forest management activities,” Francis said. “If implemented, a pru-dent timberland owner might be forced to har-vest the operable timber without replanting.”

Francis also noted that he believed the city is legally restricted from setting the tax rate for managed forest lands higher than the rate Mer-rill & Ring Managed For-est land is taxed.

Al Kenning, a financial consultant working for the city, disagreed.

“Staff and the city solic-itor do not agree with TimberWest that the city must charge TimberWest the same rate it charges Merrill & Ring,” Kenning said. “The rate for Mer-rill & Ring land is set by provincial order that

specifically only applies to Merrill & Ring and does not apply to Tim-berWest.”

Kenning also disagreed that raising the tax rate contravenes the Private Managed Forest Land Act.

“Our view is that when this matter was consid-ered by the BC Supreme Court, the court ruled that it was improper for the city to use tax rates to bring about a change in land use,” Kenning said. “This is not what the city is proposing. The court did not actually rule on whether any tax increase contravenes the Private Managed Forest Land Act in our opinion.”

Council, taking staff ’s advice, followed through on the tax increase which will be phased in over three years, starting in 2014. The increase will generate $33,926 in the first year.

The utilities tax class will also see a tax increase and it will be phased in over four years, with half of the first year’s amount ($52,568) applied in 2014 and the remainder spread out through 2017.

Council’s five-year plan includes some significant

sewer and water infra-structure projects and involves borrowing up to $15 million for sewer and water, to be paid back over 15 years.

Jakeway warned that council’s spending and borrowing will hurt in the long run.

“The 2015 council is going to inherit a huge amount of pain and will have to take extreme measures to rectify the financial situation with-out harming the taxpay-ers.”

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Good things are hap-pening at the Campbell River Hospital, but cur-rent crowded conditions are challenging staff and pushing patients to hos-pitals down-Island.

The issue of over-crowding at the local hospital is nothing new and many fear it will only get worse when the new 95-bed hospital opens in 2017.

“Let’s get this right and not build a hospital where, two years later down the road, we wish we had done it right,” said North Island MLA Claire Trevena, during a press conference with three local doctors last November.

According to sources, more than 100 people were admitted to Camp-bell River Hospital over Wednesday and some, scheduled for operations here, had to be trans-ferred to Nanaimo Gen-

eral Hospital.And then there’s the

current H1N1 flu virus which is packing the intensive care unit (ICU) with patients, many of them young.

“There’s big pressure,” said Dr. Brendan Carr, president and CEO of Island Health. “Most ICUs are filled with young, healthy people…who’ve been days, and days and days being that sick.”

Carr and the health authority’s board of directors just happened to be in Campbell River Wednesday, for a board meeting at the Maritime

Heritage Centre. He credited hospital staff for operating so well under the crowded conditions and also touted the need for flu immunization.

“This flu season has been really dangerous,” said Carr. “We can do better with hand hygiene and to improve immu-nization. I feel a respon-sibility to say that out loud.”

In regard to hand hygiene, Campbell River Hospital is one of the best in the country.

The hospital recently received a 95 per cent compliance rate and that’s not easy, said Carr, who noted that one nurse’s interaction with a single patient requires four hand-washing pro-cedures.

“I’m not sure I would be able to maintain that high level of compliance,” he admitted. “We know (hand washing) helps reduce serious infection that can be devastating to patients.”

Here are some other hospital highlights:n Ground-breaking

for the new hospital is expected to happen this summer. It will be built next to the current hos-pital.n A request for pro-

posals to build an new 40-bed care facility has been issued. It is expected to be open before the new hospital in 2017 and is expected to free up hospital beds.n More patients are

using the mobile MRI unit which travels to var-ious up-Island hospitals. In 2012, its first year, 265 cases were handled at Campbell River Hospital. Last year, that number jumped to 500.n The pace-make

clinic had approximately 1,400 visits last year. “It’s a very busy clinic and they’re doing a lot of high-end work,” said Dr. Carr, who noted, in the past, these patients would have travelled to Nanaimo and Victoria.

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COMMUNITY CALENDARLego Day at the Museum Sat. Feb. 1. 1-2:30pm. $5 to register (parents are free!) – 250-287-3103.

Garage Sale for Anabelle” fundraiser Sat. Feb. 1. 9am-2pm. Ecole Mer-et-Montagne, 1102 S. Alder St.

“Blackbeard the Pirate” Sat. Feb. 1. A Missoula Children’s Theatre presentation. Shows at 3pm and 7pm at Timberline Secondary School Theatre. Tickets avail. from Penfield Elementary or at the door. FMI contact Steve Koebel. 250-923-4251

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Blood Donor Clinic Tues. Feb. 4. - 2:15-8:15pm. Wed. Feb. 5 - 12-8pm. Thurs. Feb 6 -12-6pm. Community Centre, 401-11th Ave. 1-888-2-DONATE (236-6283). [email protected]

CR Garden Club ‘Bonsai Basics’ Wed. Feb 5. Doors open at 6:30pm. Meeting begins promptly at 7pm. Baptist Church, 260 South Dogwood St. Please use the north side door. Visitors welcome!

Ecole Phoenix Middle School Book Sale Fri. Feb. 7. In the school multi-purpose room. 9am-3pm. All Books $1. Donations of used book accepted until Feb. 6.Lunar New Year Fundraiser & Potluck Dinner. Sat. Feb. 8. 5:30pm-Midnight. 19+. For tickets, an info call: 250-830-0171. www.ImmigrationWelcome.ca.Free Community Dinner Sat. Feb. 8. Doors open 4pm. Dinner 4:30pm. CR Vineyard Christian Fellowship Church, 2215 Campbell River Rd. (near Haig-Brown House). Everyone welcome.

Family Day swimming. Mon. Feb. 10. 1-pm only. Strathcona Gardens Pool. 250-287-9234Getting the Credit You Deserve - Immigrant Welcome Centre FREE workshop. Wed. Feb 12, 9am-3pm, Robron Centre Library. Learn about credit and managing your finances. Lunch included. Seating is limited. 250-830-0171 to register.

Ecole Phoenix Middle School Book Sale Fri. Feb. 7. 9am-3pm. In the school multi-purpose room. All Books $1. Donations of used book accepted until Feb. 6.Lunar New Year Fundraiseer & Potluck Dinner. Sat. Feb. 8. 5:30pm-Midnight. 19+. For tickets and info call: 250-830-0171. www.ImmigrationWelcome.ca.Free Community Dinner Sat. Feb. 8. Doors open 4pm. Dinner 4:30pm. CR Vineyard Christian Fellowship Church, 2215 Campbell River Rd. (near Haig-Brown House). Everyone welcome.Getting the Credit You Deserve - Immigrant Welcome Centre FREE workshop. Wed. Feb 12, 9am-3pm, Robron Centre Library. Learn about different types of credit and managing your finances. Seating is limited. Lunch included. Call 250-830-0171 to register.

Eagles Valentines Dinner and Dance Sat. Feb. 15. Eagles Hall, 1999-14th Ave. Doors open: 5:30pm. Dinner: 6:30pm. Silent/Live Auction & Dancing to Rick Benn. Tickets avail at Eagles (250-287-4990) & CR Hospice office, 301 Dogwood St. (250-286-1121)

Advance Care Planning Tues. Feb. 18. at the CR Library from 2-4 pm. Call the Library to reserve your spot – 250-287-3655. For more info: www.advancedcareplanningvi.ca

Ecole Phoenix Quebec Trip Bottle Drive Sat. Feb. 22. Starting 11am-3pm. Grade 8 students will be in or call for pick-up.

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Family Gym-Walking-7yrs. 10:30-11:30am. Community Centre Gym. Drop in. Free.

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Sing For Pure Joy! 3:00-4:30 p.m. Quadra Community Centre. All voices welcome. Mary 250 285-3764.

Lost Families Found 7-9p.m. CR Genealogy Society Library hours. Help available. Maritime Museum. Janice: 250-203-0585

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Texas Hold’Em: Willows Neighborhood Pub. 250-923-8311

Open Mic: 6-9p.m. Serious Coffee. 250-923-1312.

Crib: CR Legion. Registration 6:30pm. Game 7pm. 250-286-6831

Pool & Darts: Eagles Lounge 250-287-4990

Weight Watchers Meeting Quadra Community Centre, 6-7pm.

Archery Range Open Fish & Wildlife 6:30-8pm. FMI 250-923-1838. http://www.crfw.net

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Council made moves Monday to help a couple of residents who have made multiple pleas for assistance.

Katie Denne, who has seen her family’s heri-tage farm flooded out, has spoke to city council twice to ask for help with inadequate ditching.

Dr. Aref Tabarsi, on behalf of himself and all of his McIvor Lake neighbours, has attended several council meetings over the past few years to ask council for a safe, drivable road.

During financial plan-ning Monday, coun-cil approved spending $75,000 from the capital works reserve to pave McIvor Lake Road, with the expectation that the neighbours will chip in $25,000.

Council also approved $540,000 worth of Holly Hills improvements, with

$360,000 to come from the storm parcel tax and $180,000 to come from the community works fund.

The project will involve ditch work in the Holly Hills area and possibly on Coulter and Vigar roads.

Denne asked council during its first financial planning meeting in early December to make Holly Hills a priority during budget planning.

“Over five of our eight-acre pasture is flooded throughout most of the year. The water drain-ing from the Holly Hills subdivision doesn’t fol-low the ditches, instead it moves along our pasture, blanketing it. The con-stant water is rotting our fence posts, killing our trees, drowning our pas-ture grasses, submerging our bridges and causing dangers for ourselves and our animals,” Denne said. “Please make us a priority in your financial

planning. Don’t let the time, effort and money that’s already been spent go to waste.”

Last year, the city had put money aside to improve the ditch and culvert system on Wood-burn Road and re-route the drainage ditch from the centre of Denne’s farm to the eastern edge.

However, the two asking prices the city received to do the work were too high and the project will have to be put out to tender again.

Ron Neufeld, the city’s general manager of oper-ations, said he believes the prices won’t be as high this time around because the tenders can be put out sooner, leav-ing enough time to have the work done within a window established by Fisheries and Oceans Canada to avoid disturb-ing fish habitat.

“We are in a better position this year in that the design work is ready

and we can get the tender out pretty quickly once the budget is approved,” Neufeld said.

D r. Tab ars i a l s o recently spoke to coun-cil about his plight, and urged council to pave the last 500 metres of McIvor Lake Road which serves roughly eight residences.

Tabarsi showed a slide show of photos to coun-cil at its Jan. 20 financial planning meeting, show-ing numerous potholes all over the road.

Tabarsi in the past has compared the road to the surface of the moon and has told council he has had to drive on the wrong side of the road to avoid the potholes.

Tabarsi said the city should be providing him with a drivable road as he’s paying taxes at the city mill rate. On Mon-day, council did some-thing about it after city staff ranked paving McIvor Lake Road as a high priority for 2014.

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A court decision on Monday awarding the B.C. Teachers Federation $2 million in damages, and ordering a return to class size and composition provisions in a teachers’ contract from almost 15 years ago, is almost

certain to lead to political strife.Some estimates suggest the cost of

the judgment to taxpayers could total $1 billion. If that indeed is the case, the provincial government is almost certain to appeal, as Premier Christy Clark hinted on Tuesday.

The ruling by B.C. Supreme Court Justice Susan Griffin speculated (because there is no hard evidence on the record, due to cabinet confidentiality) that the provincial government deliberately stalled on

renegotiating the class size and composition provisions with the BCTF in 2011. Griffin was the author of an earlier court ruling calling for new legislation within a year.

In her ruling, she stated “(Negotiators’) strategy was to put such pressure on the union that it would provoke a strike by the union. The government representatives thought this would give government the opportunity to gain political support for imposing legislation on the union.

Nothing else in the lengthy ruling, other than a suggestion that cabinet documents back up this assertion, offers any proof. Those cabinet documents have not been released, but were used as evidence in the trial.

The class size and composition provisions were inserted

in a contract imposed by the former NDP government on school boards. They had resisted, fearing that the rigid guidelines would make it very difficult to properly staff classrooms. In fact, what happened is that classrooms which were one student over the limit were sometimes split in two, or the extra student was transported to another school. While this certainly benefited teachers, its impact on students was questionable.

There is no doubt that if classes are too large, it has an impact on how students learn. And the number of special needs students in a classroom must be at a manageable level. But hard and fast limits, imposed by a judge, will be costly to taxpayers, and have limited benefit for students.

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Tug of war for transportation taxes

We say: Hard and fast limits will be costly to taxpayers

Premier Christy Clark has set off a storm of protest by imposing a refer-endum on new Lower Mainland trans-portation improvements, timed with the province-wide municipal elections on Nov. 15.

Even if you don’t live in Metro Van-couver, you’re not immune from this long-running saga. Provincial and fed-eral governments use your tax dollars for the big stuff, including the SkyTrain Canada Line to Vancouver airport and the South Fraser Perimeter Road, a new truck route to port facilities at Tsawwas-sen.

Clark has promised a bridge replace-ment for the George Massey tunnel under the Fraser River, which may or may not be tolled like the Port Mann bridge. The patchwork of Lower Main-

land tolls is a growing political liabil-ity for the B.C. Liberal government, and if further tolls are avoided, major works elsewhere in the province may be delayed as the budget is eaten up by the big cities.

Clark announced the Massey tunnel replacement in a September 2012 speech to the Union of B.C. Municipalities. In the same speech, she also pledged to complete the four-laning of the last 240 km of the Trans-Canada Highway from Kamloops to the Alberta border. That’s one of the most mountainous stretches of highway in Canada, and the prov-ince’s cost was estimated at the time to be $650 million over 10 years. Time will tell if that promise is kept.

Transportation Minister Todd Stone inherited the mess left behind by former

minister Kevin Falcon, who took transit authority away from Metro Vancouver politicians. He appointed a board of experts and set up a toothless “mayors’ council” to rubber-stamp their deci-sions, after forcing through the Canada Line ahead of a long-promised transit extension to the east.

Local politicians wrangled for years over that eastern extension. They finally settled on surface light rail, only to be overruled by the province, which wanted the vastly more expensive SkyTrain.

The latest rebuke to the mayors’ coun-cil was when they decided not to pro-ceed with a costly new electronic fare card system. Falcon reversed that one after taking a junket to London and fall-ing in love with their “Oyster card” sub-way system. All the glitches from Trans-

Link’s new “Compass card” program will be encountered this summer, just before those mayors go to the polls to face voter wrath.

Speaking of reversals, Stone is now demanding the mayors come up with their list of priorities for new proj-ects. They are expected to believe their choices won’t be overruled again.

Stone correctly notes that Vancouver wants SkyTrain on Broadway, Surrey wants new surface light rail, and other Lower Mainland communities want new road and bridge works. Local govern-ments have a long history of parochial squabbling, getting their pet projects done and then suddenly developing the urge to rein in spending once it’s time to dig deep for their neighbours.

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Re: Old man, take a look at your facts (B.C. Views, Jan. 22)Tom Fletcher should stop taking Natural Resources Min-

ister Joe Oliver’s advice. Drinking from tailings ponds does not appear to be bringing any clarity to his argument.

The fact that similar environmental destruction exists in the U.S. means Canadians should shut up and ignore what goes on in our country? Would Fletcher at least concede that any industrial development of this size comes at a sig-nificant cost to the environment?

I agree that the oilsands are extremely important to the Canadian economy and provide thousands of high-paying jobs to people across this country, but surely there’s room for a balanced discussion. Perhaps we could start some-where between shutting it down as Neil Young would prefer or expanding it as fast as humanly possible, the clear choice of the present federal and Alberta governments.

If Young’s comments lead to discussions at dinner tables across this country then he did us all a great service.

Bob TannerCampbell River

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Robron Centre, Pham smiles while explaining in Vietnamese the sig-nificance of the event. It is a time for family.

“Our family, we prep a big dinner and when we’re done, I will say a prayer to the ancestors,” Pham says through his daughter Quyen who is translating.

Tet is a three-day cel-ebration that involves many customs such as feasting, ancestor worshipping, visiting of friends and relatives, wishing them good luck and giving envelopes with money in them to children and the elderly.

“When it is coming to the 1st, it is New Year and you go to each other’s house and give all the kids an envelope (with money) for luck,” says Pham.

The Chinese New Year is celebrated by many Campbell Riverites with Asian heritages. And they want to welcome the whole community in celebrating the event too.

In Campbell River, the Phams have continued their traditions with their family and close friends.

In their home coun-tries, it is a huge festival that fosters a spirited air of excitement.

“Everybody is into it,” Pham says.

Schools are closed and businesses shut down. It’s the largest celebra-tion of the year.

Cities, towns and vil-lages in Vietnam will pull out all the stops and decorate the streets.

There is a deep and complicated spirituality behind the festivities that involves remember-ing ancestors as well

as thanking spirits or deities. Prayers are said to ancestors and gifts of clothing, food and money are placed before a family shrine. It’s a chance to say thank-you for watching over the family and bringing them good luck during the year. And it even, perhaps, ensures they will continue to bring that good luck over the next year.

Gifts of new clothes are also given to chil-dren. Pham remembers the excitement sur-rounding this part of the celebration.

The significance is underscored when he points out that even being poor, families would ensure that a big meal is prepared and new clothes are given to children.

“It doesn’t matter how poor you are, you still try to put a good meal together,” Pham says.

An interesting compo-nent of the celebration is the preparation. It is

traditional to completely clean your house from top to bottom. The cleaning is symbolic of getting your affairs in order prior to the start of the New Year.

Clean out the debris of the previous year so you can start afresh. Another manifestation of this is the tradition of paying off your debts before the end of the year.

Luck and superstitions surrounding it are a big part of the celebrations and everybody is care-ful not to do things that could bring bad luck. For example, once your house is cleaned you don’t sweep for the first three days of the New Year.

Pham strives to keep the New Year traditions of his culture alive. He enjoys this time of year and ensures his family marks the celebration.

n The Immigrant Welcome Centre is host-ing a large Lunar New Year Celebration Fun-

draiser and Potluck on Saturday, Feb. 8 at the Community Centre to recognize this meaning-ful date.

The evening will include a potluck din-ner with cash bar, live cultural entertainment, silent and live auctions and raffles. All guests must be of legal drink-ing age to attend.

Tickets are a donation of $15 or more and are available at the newly opened Snow Pea Tea House on Historical Pier Street or the Immi-grant Welcome Centre, located in Robron Centre. Tickets will be available at the door if available.

All funds from the evening are being donated to local groups, hosted by the Immigrant Welcome Centre and a portion to help an orphanage in Vietnam.


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Students wishing to attend a school outside of their district catchment area for the 2014/2015 school year must submit a cross boundary student request form before the March 1 deadline.

Enrolment depends upon the availability of space and facilities at the requested school.

Here are some important dates to remember:

• January 15 – the first date cross boundary student request forms can be submitted to a school.

• March 1 – the deadline by which a student must submit a form to attend a non-catchment school or a district program.

• April 1 – the date by which schools will mail letters to transfer applicants advising them of the status of their application.

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The Beatles historic Vancouver perfor-mance in 1964 is to be re-enacted live by the Beatles tribute band the Fab Fourever as part of their 50th Anniversary Tour.

And it can be seen Sat-urday, March 15 at the Tidemark Theatre.

The Fab Fourever, “Canada’s Complete Beatles Experience,” is celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Beatles’ only perfor-mance in Vancouver by re-enacting the historic concert that changed popular music in the Western World.

The Beatles’ 1964 tour for many signaled a new era in popular music and the show in Vancouver on Aug. 22 was a sign of the group’s overwhelming overnight success. Screaming girls, fainting fans, a near riot and memories that have lasted a lifetime are all that remains. Now you can prepare to roll back the years to a time when the music was the soundtrack to a generation; music that transported four young lads from a small club in Liverpool to Empire Sta-dium in Vancouver and then onward to become the musical icons of the century.

“So many people love the Beatles, but didn’t get the chance to see them perform live,” says Jody Tennant who plays the role of Paul McCart-ney, “now they can re-live the entire Vancou-ver concert from start to finish as it was played at Empire Stadium 50 years ago.”

Kevin Davey, who plays John Lennon, says “the first set we take you

on a journey from the Beatles performance on the Ed Sullivan show in early ‘64, to their full Vancouver show a mere 6 months after they con-quered America.”

Davey adds, “for the second set, we perform selections from their accomplished studio albums like Magical Mystery Tour, Sgt. Pep-per, The White Album, Let It Be and Abbey

Road.”It is said that imitation

is the sincerest form of flattery. For Beatles super-fans Jody Tennant (Paul), Kevin Davey (John), Jean-Luc Perron (George), Paul Kaszonyi (Ringo) and Blake Mackay (keyboards), the proverb holds true: The Fab Fourever is a musical production

performing all of the memorable hits live, without any vocal over-dubs or pre-recorded music. Songs like “She Loves You,” “I Want to Hold Your Hand,” “I Saw Her Standing There,” “Please Please Me,” “Twist and Shout,” “A Hard Day’s Night,” “Yel-low Submarine,” “Penny Lane,” “Strawberry

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With vintage period-specific instruments, several full costume changes, and a multi-

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For more information about The Fab Fourever visit www.fabfourever.com.


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Significant rate hikes in the cost to provide emergency dispatch has the North Island 911 Corporation looking at changing how it delivers 911 services.

Jon Ambler, president of North Island 911, said the RCMP has jacked up the prices from $460,000 per year in 2012 to some-where in the mid seven-hundred thousands for 2014, without consulting the 911 corporation.

“ T h e p r i c e h a s increased by nearly 50 per cent in three years,” Ambler told Strathcona Regional District direc-tors at a board meeting last Thursday.

The current memoran-dum of understanding with the RCMP expires on March 31 and with the new agreement pro-posed by the RCMP, the Strathcona Regional District is looking at a $40,000 increase.

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Island 911 board has a duty to seek out the best possible rate, without reducing the level of ser-vice.

“The responsibility of the board is to pro-vide the service at the accepted standards and protect the assets of the organization,” Ambler said. “If someone says they could provide the service for half of what the RCMP is offering, we have to look at that.

“If we’re not getting the best deal for the taxpayer, than we’re not doing our job.”

The North Island 911 C orporat ion ser ves six regional districts, including the Strathcona Regional District – a 56,000 square kilometre area which Ambler said is larger than the size of the entire province of Nova Scotia.

Currently, 911 oper-ates RCMP dispatch out of Courtenay and fire dispatch out of Camp-bell River. Ambulance dispatch is handled in

Victoria.However, 911 Corpora-

tion is looking at differ-ent cost-saving options which could change where dispatchers are located.

Ambler said the corpo-ration has hired a consul-tant, who has come up with six viable options for 911.

The options are: con-tinue with the status quo; a single, stand-alone 911 call centre service; ask Campbell River to pro-vide both 911 dispatch as well as fire dispatch; form a commercial rela-tionship with ECCOM to provide 911 dispatch while Campbell River would continue to pro-vide fire dispatch; use ECCOM for both 911 and fire service; or, dis-solve the 911 corporation and each regional district creates their own service.

Ambler said the con-sultant should be back with a more detailed report into all six options for the 911 corporation’s March board meeting.

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Council approved several costly improve-ments to popular city parks during budget planning on Monday.

The city’s 2014 bud-get will include repairs to Centennial Pool, improvements to the foreshore at Robert Ostler park, parking lot upgrades at Willow Point Park, the devel-opment of another dog park, and a plan to fix up Nunns Creek Park.

Council voted to spend $100,000 from

parks parcel taxes – which come from tax-payers – to repair the pool basin at Centen-nial Pool which was leaking thousands of litres of water every day last summer.

Repairs will involve removing and reap-plying all the sealants in the basin, which is expected to extend the life of the pool basin for three to five more years, according to a city staff finance report.

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$630,000 to improve the foreshore at Rob-ert Ostler Park, which has suffered significant damage due to recent storms.

“The storms caused significant damage to Ostler Park due to the failure of the foreshore armouring,” said Ross Milnthorp, the city’s manager of parks, recre-ation, and culture. “The failure of the armouring has resulted in erosion of the bank and under-mining of the adjacent sea walk. Infrastructure such as picnic tables and benches will con-

tinue to be destroyed, exposure to salt water will damage turf in the foreshore area of the park and undermin-ing of the sea walk will result in the loss of the sea walk in this area.”

Council, after hear-ing from Milnthorp, decided to go ahead with the improve-ments to the foreshore which will involve an engineering assess-ment to determine the best course of action. Options are to add riprap to the armour-ing where the existing riprap has failed or if,

the engineering assess-ment deems it viable, a soft shore may be cre-ated which would entail removing the existing riprap and replacing it with gravel.

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Council also approved paving the upper park-ing lot at Willow Point Park, which serves users of the splash park, playground, baseball diamonds and the recy-cling bins. That project will cost $90,000 which will be paid for through the parks parcel tax.

The parks parcel tax will also be used to pay for a new dog park ($25,000).

Coun. Ryan Mennie said the city’s only dog park, Penfield West Lin-ear Park, demonstrates that there’s a need for a second park.

“I do walk by the dog park on College Drive, it’s the only dog park we have, and it’s great to see the success of that dog park,” Mennie said. “It’s used at all times of the day.”

Milnthorp said city staff are still in the pro-cess of identifying the right location for the dog park but did say they have been looking at a number of loca-tions in Willow Point and Campbel lton, one potentially being Nunns Creek Park – an area council hopes to improve.

City staff had allo-cated $95,000 from the parks parcel tax to do a

master plan on Nunns Creek Park in 2017.

But council didn’t want to wait that long.

“Nunns Creek Park is a vital part of Campbell-ton and this council has indicated that Camp-bellton is very impor-tant to them,” Coun. Larry Samson said. “To leave Nunns Creek Park to 2017 before we even start the study leads us into 2020 before we even begin to do any-thing with this part of our city.”

C oun. Ron Kerr agreed with Samson that Nunns Creek is a pressing issue.

“I really do believe Nunns Creek Park is a pearl in the centre of the city, and (the mas-ter plan is) developing a vision of what this really can be,” Kerr said. “Some of us see that, some of us don’t but we need to support it and we need to be moving ahead with it.”


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On a foggy, late Janu-ary Sunday afternoon, the Campbell River United U13 boys soccer team became the vic-tors of the final game to determine the North Island finalists for the Island Cup with a 3-0 win over formidable rivals, the Comox Valley Titans.

The game started slowly for United with the Titans dominating play for the first 10 min-utes. Stellar defence from Lukas Gurderjahn and Nico Matheson was able to thwart off any danger-ous looking attacks from the Titans. After the ini-tial Comox onslaught, Campbell River finally found their game legs and the momentum was soon on their side. A series of near misses from Campbell River forwards kept the game scoreless for much of the first half.

For all of their hard work though, Camp-bell River would not be denied and were rewarded with the matches’ f irst goal. Q u i n n Z u m k e l l e r received a diagonal pass which he deposited into the net with a delight-ful first time strike. The Comox goalkeeper was left with little chance as the ball was kept low and just inside the right goal post.

Less than five minutes later, Campbell River

would strike again as Josef Dirom would take a pass and cleanly beat the Comox keeper with a hard hit low drive, giv-ing Campbell River a 2-0 lead; one they would take with them into the half.

The second half began with the fog noticeably thicker than at the start of the game. Both teams would fight hard with each team’s last line of defence up to the chal-lenge. Although there was some very creative play happening, neither team was able to gener-ate much in the way of clear cut chances for the first 20 minutes of the second half.

B oth teams were awarded free kicks but it was Campbell River that finally capitalized on one of its chances. Fergus Hall would step up and confidently dispatch a high dipping shot from 25 yards out that would catch the Comox keeper in ‘no man’s land’ and give Campbell River a 3-0 lead with about fif-teen minutes remaining in the game.

Comox Valley would not quit, despite the score, and played like true warriors for the remainder of the game. During a mad scramble, Comox Valley had a glo-rious chance to get back in the game with a shot

that was cleared off the line by defender Nick MacGregor.

With about five min-utes remaining in the game, Comox Valley knocked in a rebound off of a save from goalie Alec Weinstein. The l inesman, however, deemed the play offside and the score remained 3-0 in favour of Camp-bell River. After 70 min-utes of fast-paced, enter-taining soccer from both squads, the final whistle sounded through the fog and Campbell River United became the North Island Finalists for the Island Cup Champi-onship against Victoria in the upcoming weeks.

Campbell River Curl-ing Club hosted the Senior Men’s playdowns last weekend.

The double knockout draw resulted in two teams qualifying for the Provincials slated for February 18-22 in the Comox Valley.

The f irst team to advance, in winning the A-side, was the Wes Craig Rink from Victoria.

The second team to advance was the local

favourite Dean Thulin rink, playing with third Lyle Boyce, second Brad Sullivan and lead Tom Green.

The Thulin rink, hav-ing lost one game against the Jay Tucson rink, had a second chance against them in the B final on Sunday which was a fantastic game for Dean Thulin. The Thulin rink played incredibly, forcing the opposition to shake hands after eight ends

with a score of 7-2. Curling club manager

Susan Johnson said she is extremely proud of the Thulin rink going on to represent Campbell River in the Provincials, and thanks Ice Tech Terry Kratzmann for his Ice efforts along with orga-nizer John LaPointe and head official Margaret Walker for their part in a very successful weekend at the Campbell River Curling Club.


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Skip Dean Thulin plans his rink’s next move during the B semi-final of the senior men’s playdowns at the Campbell River Curling Club Sunday morning. The Thulin rink will represent Campbell River at the provin-cials next month.

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The international exchange pro-gram at Carihi

brings young people from all over the world to Campbell River.

Living abroad as a stu-dent allows you to learn a language, experience a country’s culture from the inside and make friends with people who have had different child-hoods.

Exchanges also help you become more inde-pendent, and although it can be difficult to be away from your fam-ily and friends when thrown into an unfamil-iar culture, it equips you with skills you will need as an adult.

“It helps you grow up really fast because you have to learn to deal with things that you

wouldn’t have to deal with at home. You have to be away from your family and friends and get along by yourself; you basically don’t know

anyone here,” said Maike Hoffmann, a German exchange student.

There are three types of international exchanges: A private

exchange which you organize yourself, a soci-ety exchange (the Rotary program, for example), and exchanges orga-nized by the Campbell

river school district. Different programs

offer different situations – some are semester long, some are for a whole school year, while others are for only a few months. Some students pay to live with a host family; others spend half a year in a foreign country and stay with a family with a teenager of a similar age, then return home with the teen who will live with them for the second half of the year. According to Lori Kobelak, Camp-bell River school district exchange coordina-tor, it can be difficult to branch out when English isn’t your first language.

She encourages Cana-dian kids get to know the international stu-dents, who offer new perspectives.

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School District 72 exchange students and coordinators pose for a photo after a group activity.

GreTa HamilTonCARIhI MIRROR

Fog; the vision impairer, a worry for drivers and birds alike.

Lately on the Island it’s been hard to miss, nearly blinding us for up to one kilometre. Fog, a low-lying cloud, is made up of a collec-tion of water droplets or ice crystals suspended in the air. Denser than mist, fog is formed at a

dew point of generally less than 2.5 degrees Celsius.

Recently, local airports have not been able to keep to their schedules, with morning flights in particular being can-celled. Many parents driving their children to school have been concerned by the condi-tions. Now one may ask, “How does this affect youth?” Well, other than

the metaphoric value it holds, not much. Many students feel this blan-ket of fog takes over their already sensory-challenged brains. A confused local student, Kevin Wilson, says of his current state of mind, “I put my fork in a microwave, nearly cut my finger off in a blender, and forgot to swallow my water then drooled when I tried to

talk.”Clearly, it can be seen

in all the youth in the school hallways. Per-sonally, I’ve lost seven pencils and flunked two tests this week. It’s obvious this brain fog is getting lost in the pathway between the brain and bodily sen-sors. Moreover, the number of awkward physical encounters has increased by 150 per

cent during exam week. Now, an adult may ask,

“Isn’t this just teenage hormones?”

No! It is always more than a hormonal issue. Our brains are dense and full of ice crystals. The fog is impairing our vision too.

With exams in session, and end of semester stress, the fog is not likely to lift for another week.

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“Yes, working interferes with a lot of aspects in my life. I have to fit myself around the work, rather than have work fit around me,” says Mor-gan McManus, a student at Carihi.

For graduation, every student needs 30 com-munity service hours, and depending on their schedule, those may be hard to come by.

Any student can receive these hours by work-ing for an employer, or volunteering with an association, which is an easy feat, right? It may be, but is all of the time spent working really worth the extra income? Is there ever a point, in a teenager’s life when working, going to school, and having a social life at the same time becomes too much?

Although having a job is an excellent source of income and experience, sometimes all of the work that piles up can become very stressful.

“It’s essential that before a student gets a part-time job, that they understand how to juggle schoolwork and work hours in order to fully suc-ceed,” says Etana Russell. “Having a job requires great responsibility, and this is sometimes a responsibility that adolescents lack.”

A few students from Carihi Secondary that have part-time employment state that they like working, and had an average of eight hours per week over two-to-three shifts. They say that the main reason for employment is for the income and the experience comes second. The hardest part is finding the job more than getting the full 30 hours for graduation. As well, they agree that even though sometimes it can be tough,working teaches them commitment and responsibility.

Therefore, there are as many perks as there are downfalls, and despite this, high school students will continue to make choices for their future as active community members.

Work and school: how much is too much?

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City council will help two local women in their

quest to open a moun-tain bike skills centre in Campbell River.

Wendy Ravai and Beth Pechter are working in collaboration with the River City Cycling Club to open a skills facility and start a youth cycling program at the same time.

Coun. Ron Kerr said the two women spoke to the city’s Community Services, Recreation and Culture Commission in December in an effort to

get the city on board.“We were all

impressed by their pre-sentation, their energy, and dedication to devel-oping a mountain bike skills facility in Camp-bell River,” Kerr said.

Ross Milnthorp, the city’s general manager of parks, recreation, and culture, said the two women have shown a lot of initiative and pro-posal is not asking a lot of city staff.

“The people pursuing this in the community are very energetic and are looking for minor staff assistance to pursue this,” Milnthorp said. “Zoning information,

mapping. I don’t see this as a big workload for staff.”

Kerr said establishing a mountain bike facil-ity would be a boon for Campbell River.

“We felt that this facil-ity would not only just benefit the existing bike community in Campbell River but potentially the local economy through its tourist potential and its ability to attract and retain qualified profes-sionals and workers with their families to this region,” Kerr said.

While the facility itself will be a draw, Ravai and Pechter are also work-ing on delivering a bike

skills program which would be taught at the centre.

The pair have already initiated a youth cycling program through Sprockids which has been taught around the world for the past 20 years.

It’s an eight-week long after school program that teaches kids essen-tial mountain biking skills under the guid-ance of certified instruc-tors.

The program teaches kids safety, self-esteem, bike handling skills, trail etiquette, and trail and bike maintenance.

Ravai and Pechter said they are hoping to offer the first program this spring in Campbell River, with or without a facility.

“Until we can get a facility we are hoping to build portable features to teach kids the pro-gram curriculum,” Ravai and Pechter wrote in a letter to the city. “Our goal is to develop the program in conjunction with working towards a skills facility. We are excited to present this initiative to you as we are both passionate about riding and the opportunity to share it with our children and the community.”

The pair hope to involve the community, specifically youth, in the design, building and maintenance of the skills centre.

The Sprockids pro-gram would be offered to kids between the ages of five and 14.

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One bad Durango in a good wayThe 2014 Dodge Durango test truck was the perfect Christmas treat.This is the perfect kind of vehicle to have when you need to cart around extra kids and family from events like skating parties to Christmas dinners to anything else that needs getting done over the festive season. With three rows of seats and seating for six or seven passengers, the Durango is a large comfortable vehicle for any large family or a family of four that needs to take extra people to soccer or hockey practice. The Durango tester was the top of line Citadel model with a beau-tiful two-tine interior, large polished wheels and classy looking grille. It was not fitted with winter tires but we had no skiing plans, plus all Durango models come with AWD as standard equipment.

LooksI can’t remember the last time a large SUV turned heads but this model had passersby, friends, and family all taking notice. Several neighbours commented on the stylish “racetrack” rear light bar that has migrated from the Dodge Dart and Charger sedans to this big SUV for 2014. Because of standard AWD and other packaging changes, the starting price is higher than direct competitors, the Ford Explorer or Nissan Pathfind-er. Both those vehicles have a base model that starts around $30,000, the Durango, in contrast, starts at $39,995 and tops out at $51,995. This Citadel model, with options, is over $60,000. The base model comes nicely equipped with 18-inch wheels, keyless entry and

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highway. Over two weeks, in almost 100 per cent city driving and short trips, I used a whopping 20L/100 in the city. If the Durango were allowed to stretch its legs on the open road that number would have been much better. Handling

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KRISTEN DOUGLASCAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR

City council is moving to a public engagement process for extending its southern boundary despite hearing from a consultant that it would mean increased costs for taxpayers.

The city is proposing to annex 208 properties into the city of Camp-bell River in order to provide them with city sewer services; the properties currently run

on septic fields.The move would have

a significant impact if it were to go ahead, according to Urban Systems consultant Dan Wong.

Wong told council last week that taxpayers in Area D would be sub-ject to a $1,084 prop-erty tax increase, based on the average valued property at $276,000, if they were to move into the city.

In addition, it would

cost each Area D prop-erty owner $11,100 to receive sewer service from the city.

That figure includes the $9,300 per prop-erty which residents approved borrowing in a 2006 referendum, as well as a one-time sewer connection fee of $1,800.

Wong said because the project will cost the city $9.16 million in capital, even with the $11,100 from Area D

residents, the $1 million worth of upgrades that have already been con-structed, and a $3.4 mil-lion grant the regional district secured in 2006, the city is still facing a $2.4 million shortfall.

Wong said that could leave Campbell River taxpayers on the hook.

“It would mean a $14 increase to ratepayers in the city,” Wong told council at its Jan. 21 meeting.

In addition, the city

would incur $300,000 in one-time costs related to the sewer hookups and as well as an additional $775,000 to $850,000 in annual expenditures to extend its sewer service.

After hearing Wong’s presentation, council voted to endorse the public engagement pro-cess which is scheduled to take place before March; the process is intended to include an open house for affected residents.

Following public con-sultation, the city will have to submit its pro-posal to the provincial government for review.

If approved, the city will likely host a refer-endum in either May or June to ask constituents whether they support joining the city.

If residents vote in favour, sewer construc-tion could begin in the fall of 2014, with completion targeted for 2015.

The entire project, however, is conditional on the Strathcona Regional District trans-ferring its $3.4 million Building Canada Grant to the city and on senior governments extend-ing the deadline for the grant.

As it stands now, the grant is only good until March of 2015, which Wong said does not leave the city with enough time to com-plete construction.

“To begin construc-tion in fall 2014 and have construction com-pleted by March 2015 would be challenging, if not impossible,” Wong told council.


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Police are trying to track down a suspect believed to be involved in at least four residen-tial break and enters.

T h e B & E s h av e occurred in and around the 800-900 block of Galerno Road.

“One suspect has been identified in one of those offences,” said RCMP Staff Sgt. Troy Beauregard in a news release. “We want to remind people to take precautions and ensure that their homes are secure.”

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n If you are away, have someone take care of your home and create an illusion of occupancy.

n Have proper light-ing to prevent shadows or areas of darkness.

n Talk to your neigh-bours and report any-thing suspicious.

n Have adequate locking mechanisms for doors and windows.

Anyone with infor-mation on these B&Es, should contact RCMP at 250-286-6211 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800- 222-8477.

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COMMUNITY UPDATE JAN 31, 2014

301 St. Ann’s Road,Campbell River, BC V9W 4C7 Telephone: [email protected] www.campbellriver.ca

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICENoti ce is hereby given that a Public Hearing regarding the following will be held in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 St. Ann’s Road in Campbell River, B.C. at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 4, 2014. Property owners are required to provide all tenants, leaseholders and occupants with a copy of this Public Hearing Noti ce.

A copy of this proposed bylaw may be inspected at the City Hall Land Use Services Department on any regular business day between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday inclusive except Statutory Holidays, from Friday 24 January 2014 to Tuesday 4 February 2014. All persons who believe that their interests are aff ected by the proposed Bylaw will be aff orded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present writt en submissions regarding the Bylaw subject

to this hearing. Please note that legal considerati ons prevent Council from receiving any representati ons or submissions aft er the close of the Public Hearing. A speakers list will be available for persons wishing to speak at the Public Hearing. You may register in advance by calling 250-286-5700 or in person immediately before the Public Hearing. Prior registrati on is not essenti al to be able to speak at the Public Hearing, but is recommended.

Proposal for Commercial One (C-1) Zone:Bylaw No: 3537, 2014: to amend zoning bylaw 3250, 2006 with the additi on of “educati on and adopti on centre” as a permitt ed use to the C-1 zone, along with associated defi niti on. The use will not permit pounding or long term animal shelter uses. This is a general text amendment and is proposed to aff ect all C-1 zoned properti es west of Dogwood Street.

Contact: City of Campbell River, Land Use Services Department at250-286-5726.

Superhero costumes encouraged at

the event.

Best dressedwins a prize.

Tuesday, February 4, 6:15 p.m.at the Tidemark Theatre

Tickets $10.50 available at Tidemark Box Offi ce250-287-7465 & www.ti demarktheatre.com

Questi on and answer session,book signing and autographs.

For more informati on and to enter the contest go to theCampbell River Creati ve Industry Council’s “Local Superhero Contest” on Facebook.

SPEAKING EVENT & SILVER ANNIVERSARY BATMAN MOVIE (PG13)

with executi ve producer Michael Uslan (The Boy who Loved Batman)

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICENoti ce is hereby given that a Public Hearing regarding the following will be held in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 St. Ann’s Road in Campbell River, B.C. at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 4, 2014. Property owners are required to provide all tenants, leaseholders and occupants with a copy of this Public Hearing Noti ce.

A copy of this proposed bylaw may be inspected at the City Hall Land Use Services Department on any regular business day between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday inclusive except Statutory Holidays, from Friday 24 January 2014 to Tuesday 4 February 2014. All persons who believe that their interests are aff ected by the proposed Bylaw will be aff orded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present writt en submissions regarding the Bylaw subject to this hearing. Please note that legal considerati ons prevent Council from receiving any representati ons or submissions aft er the close of the Public Hearing. A speakers list will be available for persons wishing to speak at the Public Hearing. You may register in advance by calling 250-286-5700 or in person immediately before the Public Hearing. Prior registrati on is not essenti al to be able to speak at the Public Hearing, but is recommended.

Proposal for 521 Rockland Road (Willows Pub):Bylaw No: 3540, 2014:To amendZoning Bylaw 3250,2006, by adding“offi ces” as apermitt ed usewithin theCommercial Eight(C-8) zone atthis site only.

Legal Descripti on:Lot 1, Secti on 29,Township 1,Comox District,Plan 43570 (521Rockland Road)

Contact:City ofCampbell River,Land Use ServicesDepartment at250-286-5726.


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It is with great sadness that the family and friends of Ian Douglas Downey wish to announce his sudden and unexpected passing on January 10, 2014. Ian was predeceased by his Mother - Sheila, Father-Dwaine and survived by Sister-Cheryl, Brother-Kirk,

Nieces-Raya and Kym and Nephews–Dawson and Chris. Ian also leaves behind many close friends that have known him for many years who will miss him dearly. Ian grew up in Black Creek and the Comox Valley being a graduate of G.P. Vanier in 1980. Ian has been living in Vancouver where he has been working in the technical end of the movie industry for the last 20+ years. Ian was a true ‘gentle giant’ with a big heart and generous nature that was very easy to like and befriend being he was a man of deep character and integrity.

The good memories of Ian are vast and beyond count…he will be missed as the world has lost a truly good soul. A Celebration of Ian’s Life will be held at the Black Creek Community Hall on February 8th, 2014 at 2:00 PM. Donations to the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation in Ian’s memory in lieu of fl owers is appreciated.

The grass was greenerThe light was brighterThe taste was sweeterThe nights of wonderWith friends surroundedThe dawn mist glowingThe water fl owingThe endless riverForever and everHigh Hopes – P.F. 1994

Ian Douglas DowneySeptember 11, 1962 – January 10, 2014

Greg Alan LasloMarch 14, 1983 – January 30, 2005

We miss you now, our hearts are sore,

As time goes by we miss you more,Your loving smile, your gentle face,No one can fill

your vacant place.

Lots of LoveMom, Christina

& MichelleXOX

Mary Kawchuk was born in a farm house near Wakaw, Saskatchewan on November 10, 1911. She was the oldest of twelve children in the family. She moved to Vancouver in 1943, where she married Robert Pickering in 1945. They moved to Beach Camp Englewood in 1946, where Bob worked for Canfor. Their son Thomas was born in 1947. They lived at Beach Camp until 1959, then moved to Vancouver. After Bob’s death in 1979, Mary moved to Campbell River where she lived happily until she passed away on January 27, 2014. She was fortunate to be able to stay in her own home until a few days before she died. Through her long life she made many friends and kept in contact with them over the years. She is survived by her son Tom (Janet), three sisters: Jane, Nell and Stella, her brother Joe, and many nieces and nephews.Donations in her name can be given to the Campbell River Hospital Foundation.

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Pickering, Mary1911 - 2014

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IN MEMORIAM IN MEMORIAM

Mark Maxwell loved the outdoors. Nothing made him happier than having a brisk breeze at his back while he windsurfed, or having the sun on his brow as he hiked. As an avid rock climber, diver and cyclist he lived for adventure

and had a special appreciation of nature. Seeking the ultimate outdoor

experience often took him beyond our provincial boundaries to locations such as Mexico, Costa Rica, and the Yukon.

Mark, or Max, as his friends knew him, grew up in Whiterock and went on to live in many different locations throughout British Columbia. His vocation as a Diamond Driller/Blaster allowed him to spend his non-recreational time outdoors as well. He loved the precision involved in blasting and plied his skills in Tahsis, Port Hardy, Campbell River, Victoria and other locations throughout the province. Along the way he developed many relationships both through work and of course through outdoor recreation. When not in the outdoors Max enjoyed listening to CBC radio, and always thoughtful, never hesitated to call or send letters to express his point of view.

In his mid-forties, after being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, Max adapted his love of the outdoors to include fly-fishing and gardening, in Squamish, and later in Duncan, where he spent the final years of his life. MS is a horrible disease that forced Max to let go of so many of the things that he loved in life. But it seemed that every time he let go of part of his former self he was able to replace it with something new. For years he faced the disease head on with courage and dignity. Never one to give up he sought experimental treatments outside of Canada and always remained open and positive right up until the end.

The final two years of his life were spent in Sunridge long-term care facility in Duncan where he formed the last meaningful relationships in his life. His infectious smile, and the mischievous glint in his eyes endeared him to the staff there. He was always a bit of a ladies man. Max died on Saturday January 25th at the far to young age of 56.

We will miss him.“Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will

never fail you”. Frank Lloyd Wright

Donations to the MS society.

Mark Maxwell (Max)1958-2014

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KERSEY,Robert “Bob”

Robert “Bob” Passed away suddenly and very unexpectedly, at home on Jan. 25, 2014 at the age of 64.

Bob is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 30 years, Donna, their two children Dustin (Mara) and Amanda.

Bob also leaves to mourn his passing six siblings: Louise Sibernagel, Judy (Mike) Blackwell, Betty Adams, Doug (Melanie) Kersey, Lionel (Anita) Kersey and Lois Hannem. Bob will also be dearly missed by his special Aunt Mary Kersey. With 30 years of marriage, Donna’s siblings became Bob’s siblings, and he will be missed by Donna’s brother Len (Karen) and two sisters Arlene (Gord) and Janine (Gord) as well as their families.

Bob had numerous nieces, nephews and cousins who will all miss his amazing sense of humor and great love and care.

Bob was predeceased by his parents, Carroll and Ella Kersey, his uncle Vernon Kersey and his brother-in-law Harold Hannem.

Bob worked in the local forest industry as a logger for just over 39 years starting with McMillian Bloedel which later became Western Forest Products. Retirement came early for Bob after an injury.

He spent some of his short retirement working at Napa for a time, where he formed new friendships throughout the community. He also made it part of his daily routine to have coffee visits with his friends at the Quinsam Shell.

Bob’s passions were his family, his friends, his garden and his Koi fish. He loved the evenings outside around the fire pit and spending time with his family and friends talking about his latest ideas for the garden.

Bob had served as a Campbell River Auxiliary RCMP officer for 16 years. He wore the uniform with pride and gave back to the community he called home with great pleasure. He was also a member of the Snowmobile Club and the local Gun Club.

Although Bob’s time with us was cut short, his spirit will live on in the lives of those who loved and knew him.

Really gonna miss you Honey, Dad. T’ll we meet again.

Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or charity of one’s choice, in Bob’s memory.

A funeral service will be held at the Campbell River Baptist Church on Saturday Feb. 1, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. with a tea reception to follow. There will be a viewing at Sutton’s Campbell River Funeral Home on Saturday Feb. 1, 2014 from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. for family and friends.

Sutton’s Campbell River Funeral Home

250-287-4812www.suttonsfuneralhome.com

Lena Marie StrachanMarch 1945 ~ January 31st, 2012

Lena, two years ago, the Angel from Heaven flew over you, and asked you to come with her. We all know it was to a place where you could finally rest and take time to learn new Dance steps for the next Classes. Well it worked, because the Ladies are doing some new, but still using the ones you taught. As your M/C at times, I still play CD’s that you liked. There is more than that... our time together was so meaning full after choosing each other. Your friends meant so very much to you, and their thoughts were safe with you. The Foxcroft’s and the Strachan’s all loved your person. There have been some changes, yes, but one thing will not ever. That is, our plans to grow old together in our Grotto and feed the hummers. Tessa Dog had a special place beside you, and got her snout in the way of your spring planting, plus she could not wait to show you her new grooming. Our walks with Tessa to the river, and the spot where we both decided to cast you adrift...to the Sea...were sacred. They...did not know...But I will go there from thine to time.

Bye for now and – Happy Valentine’s Day.

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Duane LaybourneFeb. 4, 2013

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Event ManagerThe Campbell River Hospital Foundation is seeking a dynamic and outgoing profes-sional to assume the role as Event Manager with our organization.

The Campbell River Hospital Foundation is a registered charity devoted to raising funds in support of the Campbell River Hospital and Yucalta Lodge. Through our events and fundraising initiatives, we strive to build and strengthen our community relationships and ultimately benefit Campbell River and the North Vancouver Island by enhancing quality health care at our Hospital.

The PositionReporting to the Executive Director, this position is responsible for the planning, implementing and carrying out the day-to-day management of Foundation Events and supporting Community Sponsored Events with specific duties relating to events, soliciting sponsorships and marketing.

Candidate ProfileThe successful candidate will demonstrate a thorough understanding and ability of managing and promoting events from start to finish. You will have the ability to strat-egize and lead as well as create and adhere to budgets.

As the “ambassador” for the Foundation, you will have exceptional communications skills with a strong emphasis on outreach and marketing. You will be comfortable speaking in public and soliciting sponsorships. A self-motivated professional you are “hands-on” with strong time management and organizational skills and an ability to delegate effectively. A proven track record is an asset.

This position is currently 25 hours per week with the opportunity for growth.

Resumes, including work-related references, may be submitted to the address below until 5pm, Friday, February 14, 2014:

Campbell River Hospital FoundationStacey Marsh, Exaecutive Director 375 2nd Avenue, Campbell River BC V9W 3V1 or [email protected] or fax 250-850-2409

No phone calls please, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

● Pharmacist ● Pharmacy Technicians/AssistantsCasual on-call positionsOur Campbell River Hospital pharmacy team is recruiting for 1 Staff Pharmacist and 2 Pharmacy Technicians/Assistants to join us on a casual, as required basis to help out our busy Pharmacy team.

The Staff Pharmacist will provide drug distribution, basic drug information, medication dosage adjustments and patient counselling. You need a Pharmacy degree and licensure (or eligibility for licensure) with the College of Pharmacists of BC.

Pharmacy Assistants will dispense, compound, package and distribute drugs and medications as well as manufacture various solutions/drugs under close

supervision by the Pharmacist. Along with 1-2 years' recent experience, you are a Pharmacy Technician course graduate.

To learn more & apply, visit: viha.ca/careers/public.htm Quick Job Search: Staff Pharmacist (#20861) or Pharmacy Assistant (#21208).

GRIEG SEAFOOD BC LTD.Assistant Site Manager,

Sunshine Coast, BCDeadline to apply

Noon Monday, February 3, 2014

Company Location: Campbell River, BC

Profile: Grieg Seafood BC Ltd. farms Atlantic and Pacific salmon on the east and west coasts of Vancouver Island. Our salmon is sold in Canada and the US, and is on the menu at some of the finest white-tablecloth restaurants in America’s largest cities including Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Chicago and New York City. This is an opportunity for a fit, enthusiastic individual wanting to work with a growing international company, working outdoors and applying your knowledge in fish health and rearing.

Reporting to the Site Manager, the Assistant Site Manager will live on-site 8 days in and 6 days out. You are responsible for all farm operations including feeding, animal husbandry and security of fish stocks. Daily responsibilities include coordinating and directing work crews, demonstrating leadership and decision-making.

Key Accountabilities• In depth knowledge of auto feeding operation and

programming.• Feed forecasting, ordering, inventory and quality control.• Thorough understanding of feed regimes, feed rates and feed

monitoring.• Comprehensive knowledge of fish growth performance, stock

management procedures.• Understand, enforce and adhere to all government

regulations, farm practices and SOP’s.• Familiarity with and ability to implement emergency response

systems.• Experience maintaining and operating compressors and

bloom mitigation equipment.• Keen understanding of all fish handling procedures (i.e.

grading and splits).• Train, develop and mentor junior team members.• Diagnose, record and analyze fish health issues.• Technical familiarity with cage and anchoring knowledge and

related maintenance.• Understand and enforce site bio-security rules and

procedures.• Environmental and plankton monitoring.

Qualifications & Skills• The ideal candidate will have a diploma or degree in

Aquaculture, Aquatic Resources or Fisheries Resources Management plus Minimum 3 year’s recent Aquaculture Technician experience.

• Demonstrate competency and strong skills in all software applications used by the company.

• Well-developed interpersonal & verbal skills including experience in team-building, goal-setting and communicating well in writing.

• Ability to problem solve.• Favourable driver’s licence and undergo criminal record

check.• Related aquaculture certifications (SVOP, Med A3, Radio

Operator, Level 1 First Aid, WHMIS, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Confined Space Awareness & Rescue, Spill Response, Forklift Operator) are an asset.

As part of our commitment to employment excellence,Grieg Seafood offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

To apply, email your cover letter and resume [email protected] Applications will be accepted toNoon, Monday February 3, 2014.


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DEATHS

BURGESS, Arthur Charles Jr.January 12, 1952 ~ January 26, 2014

It is with sad hearts we announce the passing of Art Jr at age 62. He is survived by his children Katie and Tom; father and mother, Art and Dorothy; siblings Dave (Janet), Terry (Mona), Karen and Brian; along with extended family. Art’s zest for life brought much joy and laughter to his friends, family and transit coworkers. He lived life to the fullest and was passionate about fl ying, sky diving and boat building. If it moved, Art was propelling it. He was loved and respected by all who knew him and famous for his animated story telling. Following Art’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A cele-bration of life will be planned for a later date in Campbell River. For details or to express your condolences to the fami-ly please email: [email protected]

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COMING EVENTS

BRAVEHEARTS. All Cancer Survivor Co-ed Dragon Boat Team invites all cancer survi-vors and supporters to join our team. For more info contact Suzanne at 250-202-6918 or [email protected]

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NOTICE IS GIVEN to Larry Gustason, former tenant of 1266 South Is-land Highway that the abandoned property left at the above address has been seized and will be held for sale after 30 days from the date of this ad.The property is a 15 foot work trailer and the amount of the debt is $2250.00 for lost rental. The sale will take place at 534 Cedar Street Campbell River B.C.

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LOST: DOG! Missing black & white border collie since New Years Eve in Willow Point. Pink collar, tattoo, white chest & feet. Do not chase, take a photo and contact owner 250-897-0069. $500 reward of-fered for safe return.

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CHILDREN

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FULL AND part time spots avail. at The Playroom Day-care (Willow Point area), for 1-4 year olds. Please contact Cindy at 250-923-0450.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

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LOGGING MANAGER

Campbell River Company seeks experienced & safety focused manager.

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TOTEM BAR CONTRACTING Zeballos has an immediate opening

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Please fax: 250-761-2089 or email resume to:[email protected]

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HELP WANTED

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THE Nuchatlaht First Nation is seeking a Band Administrator. Duties required will be to over-see all aspects of the or-ganization from fi nances, to budgeting, to working with ser-vice providers. This list of du-ties is not all inclusive. The in-cumbent will be aware of fund accounting, possess a mini-mum of 5 years’ experience, or a 2 year diploma in business management. Requirements: Class 5 driver’s license and a current and up-to-date criminal record check. The Nuchatlaht First Nation is a semi-isolated fi rst nation’s community near Zeballos, B.C, and/or on the North Coast of Vancouver Is-land, approximately 196 kilo-metres out of Campbell River, B.C. Deadline: February 7, 2014. Please: Fax your re-sumes to 250-332-5907, or [email protected] and [email protected]. Mailing Address: Nuchatlaht First Nation, P.O. Box 40, Ze-ballos, B.C. Telephone Num-ber: 250-332-5908.


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If you are looking for a change or ready to take on a new and rewarding challenge, and would like to be part of an employee-owned forestry consulting company that has been providing environmentally sound services for over 60 years, then please consider the positions listed below.

Industrial Forestry Service Ltd. (IFS) has openings for highly motivated, professionals with a minimum 2 to years of relevant e perience to ll the role of oresters and orest echnologists at our rince eorge and awson reek of ces.

e offer an e cellent compensation package including a competitive salary and bene ts.

reference will be given to applicants with the following assets � Able to work in a team environment or, when required, work independently;� hysically t;� Valid Drivers Licence and safe driving record;� Valid irst Aid erti cates with ransportation ndorsement;� rofessional level problem solving, decision making and organi ational skills;� Strong computer and associated software skills; and� Good verbal communication and technical writing skills.

ote Work requirements include willingness to work in remote locations, in adverse weather conditions, and to y in ed or rotary winged aircra t.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Forester� egistered rofessional orester , orester-in- raining I or eligible for registration with the

Association of orest rofessionals A . Forest Technician � egistered orest echnologist , eligible for registration as an with the A , or minimum ve

years forestry eld e perience.

andidates with lesser e perience or quali cations may be considered for these positions or other positions within our perational orestry team.

e offer an e cellent compensation package including a competitive salary and bene ts. or more information regarding I S and these obs please refer to the areer section of the I S ebsite at

www.industrial orestry.ca. hese ositions are only open to those legally entitled to work in anada.

APPLICATIONS:If this position sounds like the career for you, apply today in con dence. lease forward resumes with work related references to

Industrial Forestry Service Ltd.Attention: Personnel E- ail to: o s industrial orestry.ca ( re erred)Fa : ( ) -

We thank all who applied for these positions, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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AssistantHatchery Manager

GRIEG SEAFOOD BC LTD. is accepting applications for Assistant Hatchery Manager for its hatchery operations in Gold River. This is an opportunity for a fit, enthusiastic individual wanting to work with a growing international company, applying your knowledge in freshwater recirculation systems, fish health and rearing.

The ideal candidate will have a diploma or degree in Aquaculture, Aquatic Resources or Fisheries Resources Management and a minimum three years’ recent Aquaculture experience.

Reporting to the Freshwater Production Manager, the Assistant Hatchery Manager is responsible for the day-to-day running of the brood section of the Gold River hatchery. They are also responsible for fostering ongoing positive relationships between the company, its employees and the community of Gold River. Shifts will be 8-days-on and 6-days-off, and occasional overtime shifts.

Key Accountabilities• Responsible for leading a crew in day-to-day operations.• Extensive knowledge of feeding systems, grading, fish

husbandry, fish health, site maintenance, related record keeping, and equipment up-keep.

• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of biosecurity procedures.• Experience with the operation of a freshwater recirculation

system.• Able to learn, have a background in fish husbandry, be an

effective communicator, team leader, and strategic planner. • You are highly motivated and organized, with a positive

attitude.

Qualifications & Skills• Demonstrate competency and strong skills in all software

applications used by the company.• Well-developed interpersonal & verbal skills including

experience in team-building, goal-setting and communicating well in writing.

• Ability to problem solve.• Favourable driver’s licence and undergo a criminal record

check.• Prefer related aquaculture certifications including SVOP, Med

A3, Radio Operator, Level 1 First Aid, WHMIS, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Confined Space Awareness & Rescue, Spill Response, Forklift Operator.

As part of our commitment to employment excellence, Grieg Seafood offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

To apply, email your cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Applications will be accepted to Noon Friday, February 14, 2014.

Only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. We thank all other applicants for their interest in the position.

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Walcan Seafood Ltd. is a privately owned, family oriented business located on Quadra Island overlooking Discovery Passage. We are a seafood processing facility that produces a variety of custom products for international markets; and starting our 40th year of business. Our payroll is more than 100 people with seasonal peaks of 175. We now have an opening within our accounting department for a dynamic and energetic payroll professional.

Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for the payroll and related duties including but not limited to: processing bi-weekly payroll, respond to employee/fisher inquiries, administer benefits, prepare T4s and ROEs, reconcile payroll accounts, prepare job costing analysis, answer telephones, and other office duties as required.

Qualifications: The candidate must be approachable, and able to work independently and as part of a team. Possess 3 years of payroll processing experience, Canadian Payroll Association certification or willing to obtain, proficient with computers and Microsoft Office, a great attitude, and ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.

If you are interested in this career opportunity, submit your cover letter and resume to

[email protected]: Robert Eastland

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, we will only contact those selected for an interview – no phone calls please.

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CURT’S LANDSCAPING tree service, stump removal, prun-ing of fruit & ornamental trees, hedges, aerating and de-thatching lawns. Free esti-mates. Insured. 250-830-8776

PAINTING

EVELYN M. Interior Painting: Interior prep to completion. I always use low odour paint. Colour consulting available, free estimates. No muss, no fuss! 250-204-4417.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

BUILDING SUPPLIES

DOWNSIZING SALE Horylck Construction Ltd, 51 Colorado Dr. (Behind Ocean Grove Store) Construction materials, supplies, some tools & more. Sat. Feb. 1. 10am-4pm. Sun. Feb. 2. 10am-2pm. Net pro-ceeds donated to Canadian Cancer Society & BC Heart and Stroke Foundation.


FORESTRY


UNDER $400

ELECTRIC QUEEN BED with all positions. 3 speed vibrator. Gently used. $400 OBO. 250-202-1297. Campbell River.

FUEL/FIREWOOD

DRY FULL stacked cords of Fir fi rewood. Split & Delivered. Local 1/2 cords avail. 250-203-5324.

FIREWOOD. NICE Seasoned. Full cords $180. 250-203-3315

FURNITURE

8 PIECE dining room set $400. Chesterfi eld set $300. 6 piece kitchen set $100. Book-case $50. Cell: 250-609-2307Phone: 250-331-4180

JEWELS, FURS

FUR COATS, sz 14: Beautiful white Beaver $350. Hudson’s Seal $200. and Russian Mink $200. Call Lee (250)337-8857 or (250)282-3274.


FORESTRY


MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

BOBBSEY TWINS by LauraLee Hope Book Set ingood condition 1918 to 1978.Great antique set over 50 pluschildren’s books - $100. Apartment sized piano $900.Please call 250-792-3929

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

REAL ESTATE

DUPLEX/4-PLEX

FOR SALE BY OWNERSide by side Duplex, 3bdrms,

2 brs, carport, deck, ocean view. Needs renos.

$179,0002201 Quatsino Cr.

Port McNeill. For more info please call

250-956-2747

FOR SALE BY OWNER

MODULAR HOME 14x66 & prop. Brand new. Privt. InCampbell River. All appl &window coverings. $219,900.250-287-2769, ask for Tim

HOUSES FOR SALE

2896 APPLE DR. Located in the heart of Willow Point, this1478 sqft rancher offers 4bdrms, 2bths, newer kitchen,roof & fl ooring. Private fncdyard, RV parking. $254,900 http://sites.google.com/site/2896appledrive Kim: 250-923-6503.

636 NICHOLS RD. To bemoved. New shake roof housein good shape. Contact Calvin.250-202-8621

Renovated 4bd/den 2200sqft. Main-level entry. Full bsmt. RVprkg, room for a shop. Newappl., built-in-vac, gas frpl., ef-fi cient heat pump. Across fromelementary school. Central toall levels of schools. $290,000.250-203-2288.

WILLOW POINT RANCHER Move-In Ready. Mint Condi-tion. $289,000. 250-923-8445or 250-202-0197.

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

CUSTOM BUILT CedarMobile Home - 10’ x 36’ plussunroom & deck, new bathwith soaker tub, 4 appliancesincluded. Land NOT for sale.Mobile must be moved fromOyster River. $20,000. CallDon 250-339-7447; or email:[email protected]

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

1 & 2 BDRM Available Now.Orchard Park Apts. Securebuilding. Oversized suites.Large, quiet, private yard. Newcarpet. Indoor cat welcome.On-site laundry. Referencesr e q u i r e d . 2 5 0 - 2 0 2 - 2 1 8 7 .www.meicorproperty.com

CAMPBELL RIVER- 2 bdrmTownhouse, near RotaryBeach Park. Clean, quiet.NP/NS. $710. (250)287-3990.


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WE ARE SO GOOD -WE HAVE NOTHING LEFT!!Needed: Homes/Condos and

Anything to RentWe have approved/qualified tenants waiting for homes!

Hydro & VIHA have us listed with theirContractors for needed vacancies when workers arrive.

Competitive prices – our rentals fly out as soon as we get them.

WE NEED YOUR RENTALS!!!!



• 88 A Maryland - 3 bdrm house, Mar 1. $1150/mo.• 587 Alder - 2 bdrm, 1 bath oceanview house. $1150/mo.• 1641-19th Street - 3 bdrm, 4 appl, fenced yard. $1000/mo.• 433 Candy Lane - 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 baths. Feb 1. $1275/mo.• 398 Candy Lane - 3 bdrm, 1 bath. Feb 15. $1170/mo.• 226 S. Murphy - 4 bdrm, 2 bath house, oceanview. $1200/mo.• 27-772 Robron - 3 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse. Mar 14. $1050/mo.• SAYWARD RENTALS - 2 bdrm, 1 bath, all inclusive. $895/mo.• 270 Kelsey Way - 4 bdrm, 2 bath, oceanview. $850/mo.• 1226 Sayward Rd - 3 plus bdrm, woodstove. $575/mo.

For morerentals call

250-286-0110


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250-287-8120250-287-6673 homes starting from $329,900

301 Legacy Dr.373 Legacy Dr.315 Serenity Dr.

Available for showing

LEGACY ESTATES

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Industrial Automotive Parts1393 SPRUCE ST., Campbell River 250.286.3225I.A.P SUPPLY INC.

IAP Supply supplying automotive, marine & industrial parts for the

north island. Full engine and

component machine shop.

Supplier for Dayco Hydraulic hose.


RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

1 & 2 Bdrms available at the Cedarbrook Apts. Heat & hot water included. Adult oriented. Indoor cat welcome. On-site laundry. Refs Req. Call 250-914-0105 to view. Ask about rental incentives. www.meicorproperties.com

CORTES/QUADRA VIEW TERRACE

1 & 2 bdrm condos with ex-cellent proximity to shopping & Hospital feature masters w/walk in closets, 4 appl, laundry room w/storage, & patio. Secured entrance buildings. Pet may be nego-tiable w/deposit. Non-smok-ing only. Rents from $600/mo. Immed & Feb 1 possession.

Advanced Property Management Inc.

www.advancedpm.ca250.338.2472 or

877.808.7368

TRADES, TECHNICAL

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

LARGE, BRIGHT 1 & 2 bdrms, Rotary Beach, excel-lent location. Very reasonable rents. Views. 250-286 1175.

Pacifi c Wynd Residences808 S. Island Hwy

New luxury 2 & 3 Bdrm units.

Avail. Feb. 1. 6 appliances. Non-smoking. No pets.

Rents start at $850.

Phone 926-5501

Water and City views 2 & 3 bdrm apartments.Walk to shopping and all amenities. Heat, parking

& storage incld with onsite laundry. Contact

Resident Manager 250-287-7763


TRADES, TECHNICAL

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

Under New ManagementBA, 1 & 2 BR

spacious suites.Heat, hot water and parking

included. On bus route, close to schools.

$575 - $775.Move in incentives offered.

Call 250-204-3342.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

CAMPBELL RIVER: 2bdrm apt in centrally located 4-plex. Freshly painted. No Pets. N/S. Refs $700+util. 250-830-4686.

OYSTER BAY- Ocean front duplex. 2 bdrm, sunroom, unique house, private and quiet. F/S, W/D. Wood stove. $1000/mo + utils. No dogs. Call (778)420-4505.

WILLOW PNT: Lrg, 4bdrm du-plex, 2812A Fairmile, NS/NP, $1150. Call (250)898-8462.

AUTO ACCESSORIES/PARTS

HOMES FOR RENT

RENTALS

RENTALS

MODULAR HOMES

2 BDRM Trailer. Close to town. No smoking. No pets. Ref’s required. Avail. immedi-ately. 250-287-8165

HOMES FOR RENT

3 BDRM RANCHER in Willow Point. Close to shopping, sea-walk, Sportsplex. Fnc’d bkyrd. $1400/mnth. 250-923-4327

BEAUTIFUL RIVERFRONT Sm. acreage. 25 min from CR. 35 min from Courtenay. Con-scientous, caring people need only apply. $1400/mnth. $1400 /dd. [email protected]

BLACK CREEK- 1 bdrm house. Sept. 1, N/S. Laundry facilities incld. Lrg fenced yard. $675/mo + dd. (250)337-8360.

CAMPBELL RIVER: 1-bdrm house at 352 Twillingate Rd. (Willow Point). F/S, W/D. Feb. 15. $685/mo. (250)923-3635.

CUTE 2 bed., 1 bath house on a generous lot. Garden avail. Garage avail. for storage. F/S, W/D incl. All utilities extra. Pets negot. Avail. FEB 1. $1050/mth Call 250-923-6946


HOMES FOR RENT

RENTALS

RENTALS

RENTALS

HOMES FOR RENT

FOR Rent: 3 bdrm, 2 bth, clean and renovated, huge yard and shop. Very close to school and the ocean in Paint-er-Barclay. Wood stove and gas heat, fruit trees and gar-dens. Perfect for family and long term renters. Pets ok. $1200/month plus utilities. Call 250-921-8747 or email:[email protected]

OPEN HOUSESaturdays 1:30-3:30pm

Pacifi c Wynd Residences808 South Island Highway

New Luxury2 & 3 Bedroom Units

Avail. Feb. 1, 6 appliances. Non-smoking. No pets.

Rents start at $850.

Phone 250-926-5501

ROOMS FOR RENT

GOOD SIZED RM- W/D. close to all amentities, Wi-Fi. $450 inclusive 778-418-1961.

SHARED ACCOMMODATION

3RD BEDROOM in duplex, share w/2 men. Hydro includ-ed. $325/mo. (778)346-4990.

CAMPBELL RIVER- lrg room, cable, internet incld’d. NS/NP. $450. (250)923-7895.

SUITES, LOWER

738A BEAVERLODGE Rd- clean, bright, 2 bdrm lower suite, laundry facilities, NP/NS, refs please. $750 mo. Avail Feb 15. Call (250)923-4662.

NEWLY RENOVATED 2-bdrm bsmt suite in large waterfront home. New carpets, fl ooring, paint. Separate entrance. F/S, wood heater, shared laundry. $1000./mo inclds hydro. Call (250)830-8410.

NORTH NANAIMO: 1bdrm private suite. New fl oors & paint. Shared laundry. Secure, covered parking. FREE cable. N/S, No Partiers. $800/mo. 250-756-9746.

CRIME-FREE MULTI-HOUSING

DALMATION TOWERS One bdrm. Close to town, elevator, N/P, pay laundry, manager on site. Ref’s req’d. Avail Immed. Call Bill at 250-914-0309

OPEN HOUSE

RENTALS

RENTALS

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We offer: Bachelor, 1 & 2 Bedroom

*Thorough and fair screening of all applicants. * Secure building * Adult oriented * Laundry facilities * On bus route * On-site managers * Close to hospital * No PETS * No Smoking * References required

We are committed to our tenants to provide a

quiet, clean atmosphere. Phone

250- 286-4838 250- 204-8118

TRANSPORTATION


FOUR TIRES & rims, Hankook RW11 I Pike. 2756518. Mount-ed on Ford Lincoln rims, less than 10K, ice & snow. $800. Call (250)923-5027.

AUTO FINANCING

WANTEDRed Seal Automotive Technician

OR 4th year Apprentice with domestic and diesel vehicle experience.

Competitive wages and benefits.

Apply within or phone Luan 250.287.8889

1364 Spruce Street, Campbell River

TRADES, TECHNICAL TRADES, TECHNICAL

OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE

TRANSPORTATION

CARS

1981 CHEVROLET 2WD longbox on propane. Dual tanks,good mechanical condition,ready to drive. Reg. cab, trailerbrake wiring $1500 obo, 250-702-6250 canopy available.

1989 BUICK Lesabre.Good 3.8 engine, newerbattery, 4 good tires.$1000 O.B.O. For moreinformation please call250-339-3512

2009 SUZUKI SX4, blue se-dan, great condition, 1 owner,57,000 km. $9,500. Call(250)338-2238.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLESFOR SALE

WELL APPOINTED 2005 slicksided 18 ft Weekender Trailer.Could sleep a very cozy 7.Good value for $5,000. Call250-890-3355.

SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

2005 PT CRUISER Gold. Like new. Lots of speed. Automatic.Have car history. $5500.250-202-1297

VTRUCKS & ANS

1991 FORD AEROSTAR V63.0 L, For Sale, New HeaterCore, New Water Pump, NewHousing Gasket, New Muffl er1200 OBO. Call 250-337-8169

2000 FORD F150 4x4 XLT ex-tended cab, auto, 207,000 km,great condition, $6000 obo.Call (250)331-0239.

REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE


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Professional Service, Helpful Staff.Realty/Property Management/Rental Specialists

962 Shoppers Row, Campbell River250-286-0110

THANKS FOR YOUR RESPONSE BUT WE NEED MORE -

WE HAVE VERY LITTLE LEFT!!Needed: Homes/Condos and

Basement Suites to RentWe have approved/qualified tenants waiting for homes!

Hydro & VIHA have us listed with theirContractors for needed vacancies when workers arrive.

Competitive prices – our rentals fly out as soon as we get them.

WE NEED YOUR RENTALS!!!!



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Police arrested Andrew Agopowicz six times last November.

Still, a psychiatrist has found Agopowicz fit to stand trial on a 11 charges including theft, resisting arrest, causing a disturbance and drug possession.

“He seems to understand who the players are in the courtroom and what’s going on,” said Crown prosecu-tor Adrienne Venturini during a bail hearing.

Agopowicz appeared in Campbell River provincial court Jan. 20. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges.

According to Venturini, Agopowicz has a long criminal record with convictions for 14 thefts, eight breaches of court orders, five for obstruction of jus-tice, illegal possession of a weapon, mischief, robbery, and escaping custody.

On Nov. 28, 2013, RCMP was called by Home Hardware staff who were pursuing Agopowicz after he allegedly took a shopping cart. The officers who arrived immediately recognized Agopowicz from past dealings. They were concerned for his mental health, especially after they had watched a recent Youtube video showing Agopowicz ranting about pipelines and China, and then repeatedly stabbing a large stuffed panda bear.

The video concludes with Agopowicz lighting his hair on fire and then falling to the ground, and rolling until the fire was out.

Mounties arrested him under the mental health act following a struggle. He was later taken to the RCMP detachment, but his unusual behaviour did not change and so the following day he was admitted to the psychiatric unit at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Comox.

A few days later, Agopowicz was released from hos-pital. According to his lawyer, Agopowicz was pre-scribed Dexedrine, a stimulant which didn’t help his sleeplessness.

On Dec. 7, back in Campbell River, Agopowicz was walking through the Mariner Square shopping com-plex when he approached a food bank drive.

He announced he was hungry and demanded all the food in the truck. Agopowicz repeatedly swore and was scaring children, when a man finally intervened.

Agopowicz then went to a nearby restaurant where he was found by police ranting, flailing his arms and demanding $60,000. However, he willing left and so did police. However, it wasn’t over yet. RCMP received several calls of Agopowicz entering stores in Discov-ery Harbour Mall, demanding food and money, and behaving erratically.

He was eventually wrestled to the ground by RCMP and handcuffed inside the Target store where he had loaded up a buggy with clothes. During the struggle, one officer was allegedly punched in the nose.

Agopowicz has been in custody since then and will remain behind bars until trial on March 26.

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