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Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Chemainus labelled one of B.C. tackiest towns

Peter W. RuslandNews Leader Pictorial

Dustin Descoteau had � nally found his dream life as a cowboy, after moving to Kamloops for work.

The talented welder, guitarist, out-doorsman and father of four — with a

Métis heritage — was born and raised in the Duncan-Chemainus area, graduated from Cowichan secondary, and recently bonded with the Kamloops First Nation.

But hard-working Descoteau’s young life was cut short during Wednesday’s rollover crash along the Coquihalla High-way near Kamloops.

He was just 29.His father, Paul, was shaken about

the sudden death of his popular, eldest son whom he got working with ironworkers at age 16 in High Level, Alberta. Even back then, his boy quickly became the well-liked boss of guys 25 years older.

“Dustin excelled at anything he did,” said Paul, a crane operator. “Everyone loved him; he attracted everyone. He was a terrible banker though, but we � nally got him on track.”

Paula Phillips described how her older brother as “always the life of the party, and never held a grudge.”

Descoteau worked in Dodd’s Lumber yard at age 14, and later founded Descoteau Fabricating in Duncan.

He’d also worked for local West Coast Prefabricating, and Imperial Welding.

Paula echoed Paul’s relief their tight family had a last dinner with Descoteau on Tuesday night before he headed on his fateful drive back to work at a camp near Castlegar.

“I was able to say ‘Goodbye’ to him Wednesday, the day it happened,” he said.

B.C. Coroners Service identi� ed Descoteau as the only occupant of a northbound 2002 Ford F-250 � at-deck pickup truck that drifted to the Coquihalla Highway’s left shoulder.

It skidded across two lanes, jumped a concrete barrier, left the highway, and rolled several times down a steep embankment about four kilometres south of the Inks Lake exit at 11 p.m.

RCMP said Descoteau was not wearing a seatbelt when ejected from the truck. He was reported deceased at the scene.

But it was good times and tributes Paul and Paula preferred to remember.

more on page 6

Family remembers its lost Cowboy

Ashley DegraafNews Leader Pictorial

Prominent Chemainiacs are having a chuckle at a recent article nam-ing Mural Town as one of B.C.’s Tackiest Towns. But they’re also slightly offended.

“What can I say, I think it’s hilarious,” said Chemainus mural visionary Karl Schutz of the article that appeared on Huf� ngton Post’s website Sept. 26. “The fact they mentioned Coombs and Victoria in the same category is a huge compliment. But to call historic paint-ings tacky is beyond my comprehension.”

That’s exactly how North Cowichan mayor and Chemainus resident Jon Lefe-bure felt.

“Personally, I think it’s rather a strange conclusion. I’m not sure what would make them think that,” he said.

“It’s beautiful out here, so it’s not surpris-ing that tourism forms such a big part of the province’s economy,” writes Huf� ngton’s Emma Prestwich. “According to stats from the Tourism Industry Association of B.C., tourism revenue jumped almost 50 % from 1999 to 2009.

“But sometimes towns go a little bit too far to bait tourists. While we have a stub-born love for the Coombs Country Market, the Platzl in Kimberley, and the murals in Chemainus, sometimes the endless gift shops, pioneer villages and tour guides in period costume get a bit wearying.”

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Andrew LeongKhenipsen Road resident Roma Croy points out a 100-plus year old garry oak tree that was unearthed from its roots and resting over the bank above Cowichan Bay behind her house. It fell during Sunday’s wind and rain that cut power to about 5,583 homes between 7 and 9 p.m.

Cowichan man: killed in Coquihalla rollover

Huffi ngton Post: Community leaders bemused and bewildered by label town shares with Coombs, Langford

Dustin Descoteau:father of four

Andrew LeongIs this Chemainus street scene tacky? The Huffi ngton Post apparently thinks so.

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Forget building a new police station on farmland beside Somenos Marsh.

And save as much marsh-area property as possible as parkland to buffer looming � oods.

Those and other messages were unanimously voiced to North Cowichan councillors and staff during Friday’s emotional meeting, opened by Cowichan Tribes elder Arvid Charlie, in the Cowichan Theatre.

“Don’t destroy this marsh,” resident Glenn Spicer told a guest panel that included Mayor Jon Lefebure and others who fought mike and power-point picture problems during the two-hour meeting attended by about 200.

Spicer and many others bluntly and politely protested coun-cil’s coming decision — and a lack of public input — concern-ing using a 1.8 hectare property beside the marsh for a new North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP station.

Council has applied to the Agricultural Land Commission to pull the parcel from farmland use. So has the Fun Paci� c golf-driving range next door, fuelling fears of denser strip develop-ment along Beverly Street beside the marsh.

Another parcel possibly up for grabs will be the school board’s complex on Beverly Street. The district has tentative plans to move its operations, perhaps into a vacant school.

North Cowichan’s new station — needing highway access — would be built by taxpayers and rented to the Mounties. It would replace the current publicly owned, cramped, damp, cop shop on Canada Avenue.

But some residents urged council to build elsewhere, or on the current station site.

“I’m appalled they’re even talking about building on the marsh,” said Maureen Gallacher, during the question and answer session.

“Every green space behind, and in front of, the dikes belongs in a conservation area,” stated marsh society president Paul Fletcher, stressing the wetland’s wildlife, spiritual and holistic values.

“Please don’t mess with the marsh,” implored Diana Hard-acre.

Another woman said she’d lose respect for the RCMP if the new station goes near the marsh.

“Build up, instead of out,” she said, noting a three-� oor apartment sits beside the current detachment.

Catherine Swan was committed to saving the marsh’s ‘impor-tant bird area’ designation.

“Doing anything to hurt Somenos Marsh would be a big mis-

take,” she said, fearing the station, and maybe a new Cowichan District Hospital, could go near the sensitive wetland, or in � oodplain areas.

“How could any government even consider doing this (build-ing) unless the hospital and police station go on stilts?”

Lefebure and staff explained no decisions have been made yet on sites for the station and CDH, encouraging public com-ments ([email protected]).

He noted the dike project was a partnership between Duncan, Tribes, Cowichan Valley Regional District and North Co-wichan taxpayers.

But various folks expressed worries the new multi-million dol-lar dikes — abutting the marsh along Somenos Creek, Lakes Road, Beverly and the Timbercrest subdivision — will simply affect natural � ows, swamp homes and businesses if more major � ooding happens, and funnel water into low-lying lands in Duncan and North Cowichan.

“Where are the retention ponds?” demanded Paul Lazenby.

“We’ve built a boat basin.”Using overhead maps, North Cowichan’s senior staffers Dave

Devana, John Mackay and Clay Reitsma gave the house a hydrology lesson on the diking work.

“We’re trying to mimic nature,” engineer Mackay said of detailed dike designs.

Reitsma agreed Cowichan River’s logs and gravel clog proper drainage; a problem that can’t really be addressed as the river is a � sh-bearing waterway.

Still, council and its partners tried to let nature take its course concerning marsh drainage.

“We tried to keep dikes out of the marsh areas and, as much as possible, allow it to be a marsh,” Reitsma said.

Soft-spoken Tribes � sheries biologist, Tim Kolchyski, re� ected Arvid Charlie’s beliefs the � ooding fracas began when settlers gradually altered the landscape Cowichan people had comfort-ably — sometimes soggily — co-existed on for centuries.

“We all have to change our thoughts and practices,” he said.

Peter W. RuslandCowichan Tribes fi sheries biologist Tim Kolchyski, right, listens as Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society vice-president Phil Jennings makes a point during Friday’s meeting about marsh area development.

Somenos: Crowd of about 200 urges North Co-wichan to back off on plans for new police station and anything else that could affect the marsh

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“It was pretty well destroyed. Most of the roof was burned off,” Rob Clark said of the 6:35 a.m. blaze at 4051 Cowichan Lake Road.

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“Dustin was always � rst to call me at 6 a.m. on my birthday,” Paula said. “He stayed close to his family.”

So close, he picnicked recently with his kids, who still live locally.

“I’d never seen him so happy since his kids were born. He loved his kids more than anything.”

But Descoteau also had a romance with engines, cars and guitars.

“One of his dreams (racing) stock cars,” he said of Descoteau, a guitar

picker at parties and family functions.“He loved Chilliwack, Guns N’

Roses, The Band, and Jimi Hendrix.”But in recent years his son came

to adore living in the raw Chilcotin region after Paul and his son visited the Logan Lake area.

Descoteau stayed. He lived in a ranch cabin, rode horses, and met girlfriend Leslie Raven.

“His neighbours put Dustin on a horse, and that’s where it started,” Paul said of his son, nicknamed Cowboy.

His Kamloops band friends will

hold a sacred ghost ride for Descoteau around Thanksgiving.

Castlegar workmates shut their operations last week in his honour. They’re also wearing ‘Cowboy’ stickers on their hard hats, he said.

“Dustin was well liked and didn’t have many enemies, that’s for sure,” said Paul.

A trust fund for Descoteau’s children has been started at Island Savings in Duncan. A celebration of his life hap-pens at 4 p.m. Oct. 4 at Maple Grove, 3800 Gibbins Road.

Trust fund has been set up to support Descoteau kids6 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

‘Murals hardly tacky’With that said, the Post rounded up

six cities and towns with “notorious reputations for being kitschy tourist-traps, even if they’re fun.”

Other communities included Barker-ville, Langford and Kimberly.

“The murals are all very attached to real life and have historical signifi cance and so on,” defended a very proud Lefebure. “To me it’s kind of the opposite of tacky.”

Schutz agreed.“Some of our paintings, especially

the one on our theatre has a $100,000 value,” he said. “Our community can

stand very proud. If this is tacky, then there’s millions of people who appreciate this kind of tacky.”

In a brief description the Post said Chemainus seemed “another place that seems to exist mostly for tourists.”

Prestwich did, however state the murals are “stunning,” the theatre “well-produced” and the town “cute.”

“I don’t think it’s a bad thing to be on the list,” said Chemainus and District Chamber of Commerce coordinator Jeanne Ross. “I think if it’s going to get us some more attention, then that’s great.”

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A commercial Sikh crematorium on Cowichan Lake Road lacks proper zoning, and might be ordered to stop operating.

Supreme Court Justice Lance Bernard’s ruling, issued Thursday, backs Co-wichan Valley Regional District claims the commercial crematorium at 4695 Cowichan Lake Road was not a permitted use under the region’s P-1 (parks and institutional) zoning.

“The petitioners (Paldi Khalsa Diwan Society) have failed to establish that the commercial crematorium in question is a

permitted use within zone P-1,” Bernard says in his judgement.

CVRD Chairman Rob Hutchins’ state-ment signals the board had no problem with Sikh folks using the facility for traditional cremation.

“However, things changed dramatically for the local community when the facility began being used for commercial purposes,” he states, noting the importance of uphold-ing bylaws so neighbourhoods know what’s allowed on various properties.

CVRD staff were awaiting word from B.C.’s Consumer Protection branch ordering the commercial crematorium to stop run-ning, planner Rob Conway said Friday.

In past years, when the crematorium was used for Sikh religious purposes, the CVRD allowed use of wood or gas fuel, Conway noted.

To gain a branch licence to operate legally as a commercial business, the crematorium

owners asked the CVRD for a letter basically saying the facil-ity was compliant with zoning. The CVRD refused, Conway explained.

Justice Bernard states, “there is no basis to compel the respondent (CVRD) to provide the documentation Consumer Protection requires for the purpose of issuing a business licence to operate the cremato-rium as a commercial enterprise.

“I am satis� ed a commercial crematorium is not permitted within zone P-1.”

The region would have to create a new zone for the facility to run as a commercial venture, Conway explained.

Four Sikh societies and Cowichan Valley Crematorium Ltd., he explained, had applied for rezoning about two years ago — after being told by CVRD staff the crematorium

had advanced to commercial use, from a simple religious function, without proper zoning.

The CVRD demanded the operation stop until zoning and other permits were gained.

However, the societies withdrew that ap-plication, and legal action followed in August 2012, Conway explained.

Legal costs to taxpayers were pending at press time.

Court decision: CVRD awaits order that could close operation

Judge rules against Sahtlam crematorium in response to zoning challenge

Rob Hutchins:CVRD chair

“Things changed dramati-cally for the local commu-nity when the facility began being used for commercial purposesHutchins


Maeve MaguireNews Leader Pictorial

Driving off the ferry at Horse-shoe Bay, there is a mental shift we islanders have to make to get up to speed with the more aggressive driving style

of mainlanders. That is the same wake-up-and-focus feeling

we had on Labour Day Monday, the day summer ended like a cold bucket of water in the face.

School started the next day. There was no gradual shift from long summer nights to early bedtimes, no extra few days to shop for indoor shoes, or to check lunch boxes to make sure last year’s forgotten sandwich hadn’t transformed into this year’s science-fair entry.

We were late for the � rst day of school. Luckily, it was mayhem so no one noticed. My kids are at one of the schools that moved

locations and I think every parent must have dropped their child off on that � rst day.

There were traf� c-� ow and parking prob-lems (the police were called at one point), kids reuniting with kids, parents reuniting with parents, kids crying because they were reluctant to let go of mom or dad, mom and dad crying because their kids were reluctant to let go.

After teachers unpeeled both of my anx-ious children’s � ngers off the school-door frame, and they were safely if reluctantly inside the building, it was time to plan extra-curricular activities.

An organized parent might have done this in August, but I was too busy feeding house guests and pretending I keep a clean house to think about how to occupy my children’s after-school hours.

Deciding which classes to enrol my kids in was a complex mathematical equation that involved variables of my time, the availability of our car, the location of the activity, the

cost of the activity, and the desire of the child to learn the activity — in that order.

I felt pressure to get my kids into dance and music and soccer and swimming be-cause if they don’t learn these skills now they will fall behind their peers who started these activities when they were born, or so it seems. When they turn 16, they will tell me their passion is hockey but instead I ruined their lives by putting them into choir.

I was going crazy trying to guess which life-enriching activities would marry with my primary-school children’s natural talents. Then it dawned on me. I can’t guess their fu-ture but I can see what they need now. What they need now is me.

They are anxious when I leave them at school, and stick to me like velcro when I pick them up afterward. So I enrolled the youngest two in nothing and the eldest in piano.

Instead of eating snacks in the van driving from one activity to the next, we come home

after school to a messy house where the kids practise handstands in the living room while I make dinner and shoo the dog from the kitchen.

It’s not always quiet or easy, but it’s the one part of the day I don’t watch the clock.

We did add another activity: basketball on Monday evenings. This was the eldest’s request; if I coached, she’d play. It’ll be our date night sharing the sport I love most with Cowichan’s future basketball star.

That is unless she turns to me at 16 and tells me I ruined her life because she wanted to play soccer.Maeve Maguire is a technical writer who lives and works in Maple Bay and writes monthly in the News Leader Pictorial. Visit her blog www.cowichandale.com, or email her at [email protected].

The perils of planning your child’s childhood fun

This we likeNothing is better to see than participa-

tory democracy.And that is why it was outstanding to

see 200 people at the Cowichan Theatre last week to stand up for their vision of the future of Somenos Marsh.

Whether you agree with their point of view or not, it is clear they are not alone in holding it. And it is equally clear North Cowichan has a lot more work to do before it proceeds with anything.

The good and the bad of this week in CowichanThe good and the bad of this week in CowichanThis we don’tIt is tough to read that even one of

Cowichan’s most iconic cultural events — the Islands Folk Festival — lives life on a year-to-year basis.

The lack of assured funding for the arts and culture community is certainly one of the areas where the provincial government has failed its citizens.

This funding should not exist as a bot-tomless trough.

But it should exist.Sheila Jones speaks during Friday’s marsh forum.

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There’s nothing at all tacky about ChemainusMuch more than a tourist trap: that is our heritage as portrayed by world-class artists

It is so tempting, to jump on our high horse and let loose with a stream of vitriol at the folks at the Huf� ngton Post.

Instead, we will do what most of the good folks of Chemainus seem to be doing: raise our eyebrows, shake

our heads and let out a rueful laugh.We’re not sure what kind of research went into the piece that

declared our Mural Town to be one of the six tackiest tourist traps in the province; the article makes no effort to explain the criteria or the methodol-ogy.

It’s not at all clear how many towns were considered, or even visited.

But one thing is pretty clear: the piece was not the result of months of painstaking research in an attempt to make some kind of de� nitive state-ment on the subject.

And it is also clear it was not meant to be mean-spirited. In fact, it’s biggest sin may be the headline. The word tacky is actually never used in the story itself; instead the writer uses the gentler “kitschy,” and all kinds of quali� ers like “a little bit too far,” “a bit wearying,” and “even if they’re fun.”

It’s perhaps the least pointed skewering of a community we’ve ever read.

But a counterpoint must be made nonetheless.Of course downtown Chemainus is more geared to tourists

than residents. That’s hardly news; residents have been making the same gripe for a generation.

But that does not make it tacky. That is the history of a rich and vibrant community being

celebrated on those walls, and it is being celebrated with class.No vitriol here, just a � rm message to the Post: you are wrong.

We say:The Huf� ng-ton Post is wrong


YOUR TURN “Once a month to local things I hear about: the photo

show at the wine bar; the Global Music Festival; and Duncan Garage Showroom.”

Elizabeth Bailey, Duncan

How often do you go to local arts events?

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

“I go as often as I can. I used to act in plays; I was in Hayfever.”

Doreen Glasspoole McVeigh, Duncan

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Help bring us affordable housingDear editor

The B.C. Co-operative Association will be launching a program to develop elder care co-ops for housing, support and services across the province. It will hold a community meeting Friday, Oct.4 at St. John’s Anglican Church, corner of First and Jubilee streets in Duncan, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to share ideas. We hope we can convince them to choose Cowichan as one of the sites.

So often programs and services, are developed by those organizing them without much input from those who will use them, and sometimes with very little thought of a particular community. Often these are for the purpose of cutting costs — or ef� ciency, which usually means the same thing. Surveys may have been done of course, but did anyone really listen to what was really being said? What may work for one community does not for another.

Not only are young people being pressured by TV and magazines to seek an unattain-able life, seniors are too. I’ve just read an advertisement for a retirement home: “foot-loose and fancy free, top-notch professional chefs.” These ads which feature beautiful young senior couples walking hand-in-hand along a beach or on the golf course are a pipe dream for most of us seniors. For many, it’s a bed in a four-bed room.

The reality for most seniors is much differ-ent. We all need decent, affordable housing whether in our own homes with support or assisted living. We all need access to services provided in the community. These goals are achievable! Please come and make sure your views are known.Trudy Thorgeirson, director,Cowichan Co-operative Connections Association

TimberWest needs to step up and build the truck wash

Dear editorSo $5,000 is the only thing standing in

the way of the whole issue of the Youbou logging truck dirt being resolved? Come on TimberWest, cut a cheque for the extra cash and get on with your daily business without dusting out the community. Quite ridiculous that you even requested the cash from the CVRD.Randy Kitscomments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com

Do we really need all these expensive traffi c circlesDear editor

Local governments are getting excessive with their roundabouts — 14 for North Co-wichan at $500,000 each? They are creating ostacle courses with gardens and curbs in the middle of streets and roads supposed to be traf� c routes — creating safety hazards for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers and vehicles of all types. Look out for the rainy nights, ice, snow and fog when you are no longer sure where real roads exist. They are make-work projects for overpaid public employees and landscapers.

People report they have more close calls in roundabouts than affordable, functional in-tersections with stop signs and traf� c lights.

We are in tough economic times. Where do the millions come from? Why?Joyce BehnsenNorth Cowichan

Roundabouts a huge improvement for mural townDear editor

I was so surprised to read the negativity regarding roundabouts in Chemainus and Duncan areas.

I’ve lived in Chemainus all my life and think the roundabouts that have been chosen, were well-thought-out in their place-ments. The roads/intersections where they have been implemented were, in my view, very dangerous spots to proceed from.

The � rst roundabout at Chemainus Road

crossing with Henry Road makes traf� c � ow so much smoother and less dangerous especially trying to cross the road to the Best Western Hotel or trying to turn left against traf� c to drive into downtown Chemainus. The second roundabout where the new mall has been built at Chemainus Road crossing with Oak Street and Victoria Road, is going to be busier than ever and much-needed there again for safety reasons. The third upcoming roundabout at Chemainus and River Roads, well what can I say except you are really, really taking your life into your hands once again trying to turn left against traf� c to get into downtown.

In these three particular instances I person-ally believe the municipality made some great choices and decisions. Kudos to you for a change!

As long as drivers don’t forget to yield when they are supposed to for the right of ways, the roundabouts just keep things mov-ing smoothly.M.A. DenhamChemainus

Speed signs a welcome additionDear editor

As a retired teacher, I wish to commend the decision to install speed indicators rein-forcing the 30 km/hour school zone on the Halalt reserve. With the Chemainus River bridge closure, the problem of the additional traf� c through the reserve has been adroitly managed and community relations greatly improved. Thank you!Loveday JewellCrofton

Mill Bay school had big role in the valleyIn my opinion: remembering more than a century of south-end schooling

In July, I drove past Mill Bay Elemen-tary School and was struck by seeing it boarded up. This was the school my chil-dren happily attended in the early 1980s and the fourth of their former schools to

be permanently closed. I was also struck by the fact there has been a

school in operation in this locale for more than 100 years.

In 1872, Sayward’s Mill was in operation at Mill Bay. The nearest school was South Cowichan (later known as Bench), seven miles away. By 1883, settlers were agitating for a school. The provincial government agreed to build one and provide a teacher.

John Barry donated a one-acre lot near Nightingale and Cobble Hill Roads. While the school was erected, classes were held in the then-abandoned cookhouse at Sayward’s Mill, taught by a Scot named Thomas Clyde.

A new one-room public school, measuring 20- by 24-feet, opened in September 1883. It was called Shawnigan School because the whole area was then known as Shawnigan.

After a � rst year of three different teachers, a fourth teacher James Archibald Hoy arrived on Aug. 15, 1884. He divided his teaching time between Shawnigan and Bench Schools at a salary of $60 per month.

The Shawnigan School District boundaries were altered the next year and a new district that took in the Bench area students was cre-ated. After this Hoy taught only at Shawnigan School at the regular salary of $50 per month.

By 1895 a larger schoolhouse was needed. However, when the land on which the 1883 schoolhouse stood was surveyed, it was found to belong not to John Barry but to the Farn-sworth brothers.

Barry then donated another parcel of land where the current Mill Bay School stands. The building, measuring 20 feet by 34 feet, was built by James Mearns and completed in 1896.

Mr. Hoy was a noted teacher. The 1906-1907 year was his last in the classroom. He had served for 23 consecutive years — the longest serving teacher at one school at the time in the Cowichan Valley.

The schoolmaster must have exercised a profound in� uence over two generations of pioneer families. Hoy maintained an active in-terest as an elected member of the Shawnigan School trustee. He died at age 56 in 1912.

Nineteen applications were received to � ll Hoy’s vacancy for the 1907-1908 teaching year. The successful candidate was the lone male applicant at a salary of $50 per month.

Teacher salaries had remained at $50 per month for more than 24 years and would not change until just prior to The First World War.

In 1914 a new one-room school with a base-ment play area was built on the same site. The latter building had been moved to one side as a teacherage. The new schoolhouse is the one at the current Mill Bay School site today.

The � rst teacher was paid a salary of $75 per month. His successor lived in the teacherage and had 31 students under his tutelage. Carolyn Prellwitz is a retired SD79 teacher, and secretary of the Cowichan Valley Schools Heritage Society. Look for the second half of this piece Friday.

We asked you:“Do B.C. liquor laws need to be relaxed?”You answered: (78 votes)

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Andrew LeongMiriam Stenmark, graduate of 1953, returns home from Aldergrove for the annual Duncan High School reunion at the Old Koksilah School grounds on Sept. 19.


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ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW No. 3728Applicable to Electoral Area E – Cowichan Station/Sahtlam/Glenora

As per Section 890(4) of the Local Government Act, the Cowichan Valley Regional District Board of Directors has reviewed the above noted bylaw and found it to be consistent with the policies of the Electoral Area E – Cowichan Station/Sahtlam/Glenora Official Community Plan No. 1490, therefore, the Public Hearing has been waived and the Board has directed that this Public Notice occur in its place. Bylaw No. 3728 received first and second reading at the July 31, 2013 CVRD Board meeting.

NOTICE is hereby given that the CVRD Board of Directors will consider reading a third time and adopting the above noted Amendment Bylaw at the regular Board meeting of October 9, 2013.

Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3728 proposes to amend Electoral Area E – Cowichan Station/Sahtlam/Glenora Zoning Bylaw No. 1840 by deleting the list of permitted uses presently in the Heavy Industrial (I-2) Zone (summarized as follows):

(1) auction grounds;(2) automotive repair, sales, body repair, painting, wrecking, storage, salvage;(3) café, restaurant, take out service, catering;(4) clothing and garment manufacturing, laundry, dry cleaning, repair and storage;(5) contractor’s workshop, yard and storage;(6) electric and electronic equipment manufacturing;(7) equipment repair, sales, storage and rental;(8) feed, seed and agricultural supplies, sales and storage;(9) food and candy products manufacturing, storage, processing, packaging, frozen food locker, cold storage

plant, but excluding fish cannery and abattoir;(10) industrial processing, manufacturing, repair, storage and packaging;(11) kennels for the keeping, boarding, raising, training and/or breeding of cats and dogs and animal hospital;(12) laboratory;(13) lumber and storage yards, sale of wholesale and retail building supplies;(14) modular or prefabricated home structure and truss manufacturing and sale;(15) parking garage, recreational vehicle storage and sale;(16) processing and sale of gardening and landscaping supplies and materials;(17) publishing;(18) retail and wholesale sale of petroleum products and accessory storage of petroleum products not

exceeding 455,000 litres;(19) secondary processing and manufacturing of wood products, including the making of cabinets, furniture,

plywood, lath and particle board and similar products; but excluding sawmills, pulp and paper mills and log storage and sorting;

(20) recycling, sorting and storage of substances or materials, including in-vessel composting;(21) warehouse, including mini-warehouse, freight handling and storage;(22) welding shop;(23) retail sales accessory to a principal use permitted in Section (1) to (22);(24) dry land log sorting;(25) forest products processing, milling, and storage, excluding pulp and paper mill;(26) manufacturing, processing, repair, treatment and storage of products, materials, fabric or compounds;(27) office accessory to a principal use permitted in Section (1) to (22) and (25) and (26);(28) one single family dwelling per parcel accessory to a principal use permitted in Section (1) to (22) and (25)

and (26).

and replacing the above list with the following list of permitted uses:(1) Dry land log sorting operation;(2) Sawmilling;(3) Storage and maintenance of forestry machinery and equipment;(4) Uses customarily incidental to forestry operations;(5) Single family residence;(6) Buildings and structures accessory to a permitted use.

The purpose of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3728 is to bring the list of permitted uses into compliance with the Cowichan-Koksilah Official Community Plan.

If Zoning Amendment Bylaw 3728 is adopted, the range of permitted uses on the two parcels that are in the Heavy Industrial 2 (I-2) Zone would be considerably narrowed; however, single family residential use would become permitted as a stand-alone use under the proposed amendment, something that is not permitted in the present I-2 Zone.

The subject properties or portions thereof that are in the Heavy Industrial 2 Zone are identified on the maps below:

Legal descriptions and street addresses of the affected parcels:1. That part of Section 8, Range 2, Quamichan District, lying to the east of the right of way of the

Canadian Northern Pacific Railway Company, except Parcel A (DD 38366I and DD 56015I) and Parcel C (DD 89280I) thereof, and except parts in Plans 4701, 6992, 7049, 7867, 8335 and 25654 (4885 Waters Road)

2. Parcel A (DD 42118I) of Section 10, Range 1, Quamichan District, except part in Plans 20284 and VIP63884 (4005 Rowe Road)

A copy of the Amendment Bylaw and relevant support material may be inspected at the Regional District Planning and Development Department office, 175 Ingram Street, Duncan, B.C., from Friday, September 27, 2013, to Wednesday, October 9, 2013, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. A copy of the bylaw and supporting material may also be viewed on the CVRD website at the following address: http://www.cvrd.bc.ca/index.aspx?NID=1282


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Even The Warm Land could only offer a smattering of sunshine to soggy Tour de Rock Cops For Cancer cyclists as they made their

way into the Cowichan Valley Tuesday morning.

The tour group assembled at the Che-mainus Legion for breakfast at the start of Day 11.

“We had all the riders,’’ said Janet Mitchell, treasurer of Chemainus Legion Branch 191. “They had a good break-fast. We had approximately $20,000 in donations from our community.’’

She said representatives of the Che-mainus Rotary Club, Legion, 49th Paral-lel and many other groups turned over fundraising proceeds or contributions to the group.

“We were involved in the fundraising a couple of weeks back,’’ said Keith Falconer of the Chemainus Seniors Centre. “We had a barbecue outside in our parking lot and we did certain things. The Legion needed a place to run their barbecue.’’

Falconer said about $1,000 was raised for the cause from that event.

Many groups in the valley had plans to

present donations to the riders.Just as rain gave way to some sunshine,

the Tour de Rock riders left the Che-mainus Legion for another busy day on the road.

“It’s just awesome to have them here,’’ said Mitchell.

The riders arrived for breakfast at 7:45 a.m. and were gone by 9.

“We only had time for breakfast and presentations,’’ said Mitchell. “It’s pretty quick. They want to get their day started.’’

After leaving the Legion, riders made a quick stop at Chemainus Elementary School and then turned toward Lake Cowichan for presentations at Lake Co-wichan School and Palsson Elementary.

They returned to Duncan and had scheduled visits to Drinkwater Elemen-tary, Tansor Elementary and Queen Margaret’s School Tuesday afternoon before arriving at Beverly Corners and staying for more than an hour.

Wednesday’s agenda begins with breakfast at Boston Pizza in Duncan and then riders head south to Frances Kelsey Secondary, Shawnigan Lake School and the Mill Bay Centre before hitting the Malahat.

Look for coverage of the Duncan and South Cowichan portions of the tour in Friday’s edition.

Team members found Marc Lavergne of Island District RCMP guilty of inappropri-ate conduct during their tour and he was punished by this public appearance, during the Tour de Rock’s traditional Kangaroo Court at the Chemainus Legion break-fast stop on Tuesday.

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Please also note that the 2013 Federal budget announced the government’s intention to consult on possible measures to eliminate the tax benefits that arise from taxing testa-mentary trusts and estates at graduated rates.

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• Jenn George, chairwoman of Social Plan-ning Cowichan is excited to announce the hiring of former director of operations with The Land Conservancy of B.C. Kathleen Sheppard as the organization’s new executive director.Meanwhile, Michelle Staples will oversee SPC’s special projects, joining Joy Emmanuel, project coordinator for affordable housing.

• Michael W. Bishop, Catherine Duchene, David Gordon and the rest of the team at CICV The Lake (Lake Cowichan’s public radio station) welcomed Nanaimo-Cowichan federal MP Jean Crowder recently to check out the new studio and new staff.

• Eileen Curtis tells us members from TOPS chapters in Duncan and Ladysmith recently joined together to walk along the Somenos

Marsh dike, enjoy the fresh air and sunshine, and enjoy each other’s company, as part of their regular exercise and fellowship. Duncan TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) BC#1376 meets every Wednesday, 7 p.m., Sundance Room, Duncan United Church, 246 Ingram St.

• Leah Hudson, a graduate of Lake Cowichan Secondary and Chantal Bouchard, a gradu-ate of Duncan Christian School, began their post-secondary studies at Vancouver Island University on full tuition scholarships to pursue undergraduate studies at VIU because of out-standing achievement in high school.

• Congratulations to Brentwood College grad Dr. Karina Wickland on returning to Vancou-ver Island after seven years in Vancouver. She has opened a naturopathic medical clinic at Valleyview Centre.

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Connecting criminal dots has led to the arrest and charging of Cobble Hill’s Andrew Gundersen, police said Friday.

“As a result of several thefts and break and enters in the North Co-wichan/Duncan detachment area — and recovery of a stolen vehicle in the Shawnigan Lake detachment area that was believed to be connected — a joint investigation by the two detachments was initiated,” RCMP Cpl. Jon Stuart’s release says.

Investigation identified the suspect as Gundersen, and led to his arrest and charges.

He’s been charged with break and enter and theft, possession of stolen property, and theft of a motor vehicle.

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Then, at about 8:50 a.m., North Cowichan/Duncan cops were told a vehicle had been stolen from a Duncan home, sometime in the past 24 hours, Stuart says.

Investigation later led to Gundersen, who was arrested and charged.

RCMP still want any public informa-tion about these crimes, or any others.

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Incredibly, no injuries hap-pened when two vehicles collided then exploded on Cowichan Way Friday morning.

A fire responder confirmed no one was hurt at around 9:50 a.m. when a red Chrysler car smashed head-on — on wet pavement — with a silver Ford-150 pickup truck at the bend fronting the former Malaspina College build-ing.

Duncan firefighters donned air tanks and snuffed the flames with water and foam.

Black smoke billowed from the scene, as drizzle fell on stunned onlookers and police who were sorting out the crash’s cause.

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The City of Duncan is accepting nominations for its 18th Annual Perpetual Arts Trophy, sponsored by the Cowichan News Leader Pictorial. The public is welcome to nominate local teachers, artists or patrons who have promoted Valley arts during the past year. The winner will be announced by council December 2 at City Hall and receive an original artwork donated by a Cowichan Valley Arts Council Artist.

Cowichan’s Artistic Team, that built City Hall’s Quench Drinking Fountain, won Duncan’s 2012 Arts Trophy.

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The Travelling World Community Film Festival is coming to Duncan Oct. 5.

And folks from the newly-formed Cowichan Valley Film Society are

hoping to make it an annual event in the valley.B.C.’s largest social justice film festival has

successfully run in Courtenay for more than 20 years and features an “incredible breadth of topics covered as well as the first class quality of the productions screened,” states a press release.

There are 28 films sure to educate, enter-tain and inspire. Topics include environmen-tal, social justice and human rights issues confronting communities here and around the world.

The festival takes place at the Vancouver Is-land University Cowichan Campus, with films

screening in four state-of-the art classrooms from 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Volunteers will be preparing and serving organic popcorn, baked goods, soup, wraps, fruit and beverages on site.

“We welcome Cowichan Valley residents to enjoy this year’s festival,” states a press release.

An opening night film viewing will also take place at The Old Firehouse Wine Bar on Friday, Oct. 4. Tickets are very limited and available only at the Wine Bar.

Tickets for the festival are $20 for a full-day pass and $8 for the Saturday evening screening only.

Early-bird full-day passes are available for $17.

Tickets can be purchased from Island Savings Centre box office by calling 250-748-7529 or online at ctcentre.bc.ca.

For information on films and other details about the festival go to: http://cowichanval-leyfilm.ca/

Andrew LeongCarol Crosson looks over a set of bargain golf clubs for $12 during the annual Harvest Festival at Duncan United Church on Sept. 21.

Social justice film festival being staged at VIU Cowichan campus

Andrew LeongDorothy and Gerald Sjostrom of Cowichan Bay check out a T@B teardrop travel trailer from Countryside RV at the 20th-annual Fall Home Expo at the Cowichan Exhibition Mellor Hall on Friday.

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Mysteriously strenuous physical feats of the Shangri-La Chinese Acrobats return to the Cowichan Theatre Oct.

7 with decades of polished routines during their island exclusive.

Cynthia Dike-Hughes, of California’s IAI Presentations, said the Acrobats’ two-hour show is far more than a series of stunts — it’s a wonderful tradition, and a cultural exchange.

“Our mission is to create understanding through art and the theatre. We want to be uplifting for people and bring cultures together.

“We strive to remain true to the tradition of Chinese acrobatics,” she told the News Leader Pictorial of the troupe that’s toured some 20 countries in the past 30 years.

“We try not to clutter the show with too much technology, though we have lighting and special effects — which I can’t tell you about or it would ruin the show.

“It’s a visual and aural treat, performed to traditional Chinese music.”

Roger Sparkes, a former Cowichan Theatre boss, fondly remembered bring- ing the Chinese Acrobats to Cowichan “more than once” — and seeing them in China in 1997.

“It was one of my favourite and most successful shows in the mid-80s,” he said, relating comedy, big-jar balancing, spin-ning plates, and expert balancing work in an act subsidized by the Chinese govern-ment back then.

“The audience loved that stuff, and the house was sold out when they came to town.”

The Acrobats’ act has evolved “a great deal over the years,” she said, and is now under artistic direction of third-generation Acrobat Ken Hai.

“Mr. Hai was performing in the ‘60s and ‘70s, and now directs the show, and works with our (IAI) team,” Dike-Hughes said.

“There’s been a new show ev-ery year for the past 33 years.”

Changes include many added acts, such as a lion-dance with performers in lion costumes to open the show, she said.

“There are lots of different balancing acts, a lot of vari-ous equilibrium acts, some aerial acts, and a variety of tumbling and

gymnastics.“The costumes are beautiful; almost mu-

seum pieces because they’re so lovely.”Little wonder the Acrobats — presenting

14 on stage — love touring and continuing their 2,000 year-old traditions, she explained.

The troupe’s based in China. Performers re-hearse in Beijing, then polish their show in a Los Angeles studio, Dike-Hughes explained.

“For me,” said Dike-Hughes, “the best part of our show is that there’s al-

ways a transference of joy between the artists and the audience.”

Theatre manager Kirsten Schrader was likewise amped about the Acrobats’ family show.

“It was an easy decision for me to make to bring it here because this area doesn’t often get to see the big, extravagant spec-

tacle shows that tour other cities.“The Shangri-La Acrobats are the real

deal; Chinese nationals who’ve been honing their craft for generations.

“The show features Kung Fu in� uences, so local Kung Fu schools have been really enthusiastic. The reviews are incredible — amazing feats, costumes and even a little Chinese humour.”

Your ticketWhat: Shangri-La Chinese Acrobats

When: Oct. 7, 7:30 p.m.Where: Cowichan TheatreTickets: $45, children $30,

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Traditional show: Chinese acrobats invites you to marvel at what the human body can doLet them take you to Shangri-La

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ON STAGE

Trinitude offers three with attitudeFormer offi ce manager Emily Tibbo is bidding

the Cowichan Folk Guild goodbye on a positive note. Or make that several.

Tibbo’s family band Trinitude (also featuring Merisa Donoghue and Les Tibbo) are the fea-tured attraction at Saturday’s CFG coffeehouse show in Duncan.

Donoghue and Tibbo (a.k.a. The Dirty Flannel

Dawg) have been performing acoustic folk ori-ented music together for more than 30 years. Emily Celeste joined them in 2005 and Trinitude has been creating music together ever since.

Event promotional material states each member brings a slightly different musical perspective to their work, from Tibbo’s country blues infl uences, to Donoghue’s folk/singer

songwriter pursuits, and Celeste’s passion for punk rock.

The show is set for the Duncan United Church 246 Ingram St. Doors open at 7 p.m. with open stage at 7:30 p.m.

Admission for CFG members is $5, non-members $10.

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WednesdayLittle Miss Higgins: Old-time

country blues, 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 201-330 Duncan St., Duncan. Tickets $20 advance, $25 at the door. Call 250-748-7246.

Chemainus Senior Centre Jam: An open acoustic jam, 55 years and older held every week at the Chemainus Seniors Centre, 7:10 to 10:10 p.m., $1 per person.

Valley Seniors Organization: for seniors 55 and older. Bus trips, carpet bowling, whist, bridge, crib, three bands, a choir, billiard tables and more, 198 Government St., six days

a week, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 250-746-4433.

Broom Pull at the Cowichan Garry Oak Preserve: Every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon. Please bring warm clothes, rain gear, lunch, water, and gardening gloves (if you have them). Hot beverages and equipment will be provided.

The Cowichan Writer’s group: meet twice monthly, on Wednesday evenings, details can be obtained from the James Street Vancouver Island Public Library or by calling Ron Rosewood at 250-746-7805.

ThursdayMusic Jam: Open mike night

7 p.m., Oak & Carriage Pub, 3287 Cowichan Lake Rd., Duncan. No cover. Call 250-

746-4144.

Multicultural Leadership Group: For youth every Thurs-day, 2:30 to 5:30 p.m., Duncan United Church, 246 Ingram St. Active, energetic, creative, fun and inter-cultural. For more info. www.cis-iwc.org.

Cherry Point Artists Weekly Painting Sessions: Every Thurs-day, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Cowichan Exhibition Centre, 7380 Trans Canada Highway, Duncan. Experienced and beginners. Info: Jack at 250-746-4795 or Olive at 250-746-8020.

Bratz Unplugged: Musical brothers Todd and Jeff Smiley play rock and folk-blues favou-rites Thursdays at 8 p.m. in the Cobblestone Pub, downtown Cobble Hill. No cover.

FridayCowichan Eldercare Meeting:

Discussing co-ops in elder-care at St. John’s Anglican Church, Duncan, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more informa-tion on the community meet-ing, contact Rick Juliusson at [email protected] or visit cowichan.coop/events.

Travelling World Community Film Festival: Social justice fi lm festival, 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., VIU Campus. Tickets $20 for a full day pass, $8 for the Saturday evening screen-ing only. Early bird passes available for $17. Tickets through the Island Savings Centre box offi ce. Call 250-748-7529 or buy online at www.ctcentre.bc.ca.

Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families: A 12-step program for those whose childhood is still caus-ing them problems, 7 p.m. at the Alano Club, 107 Evans St. Call 748-5993.

Living with Cancer Support Group: Everyone with cancer and their caregivers welcome. Canadian Cancer Society offi ce, 394 Duncan St., 10:30 a.m.

Lonesome Don Wilkie: plays slack-key, blues and favou-rites Fridays, 6 to 10 p.m. at the Quamichan Inn, Maple Bay Road, no cover.

Blu and Kelly Hopkins: Singer/songwriters, 8 p.m., Duncan

Garage Showroom, 201-330 Duncan St., Duncan. Tickets $12 advance, $15 at the door. Call 250-748-7246.

Family Meals Event: Bring your children to enjoy a free family meal. Activities for children and parents to enjoy together, Clements Centre, 5856 Clements St. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Meal served at 5 p.m.

SaturdayCFG Youth Jammers Cof-

feehouse: Open mike night for youth, 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 201-330 Duncan St., Duncan. Tickets $5 at the door, $2 for jammers. Call 250-748-7246.

Quintessence Breastfeed-ing Challenge: an interna-

tional event to highlight the importance of breastfeeding by setting the record for the most babies breastfeeding at one time. Cowichan Library, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Live at the Met—Tchaikovsky “Eugene Onegin”: Deborah Warner’s new production of Tchaikovsky’s fateful romance between the love-struck Tatiana and the imperious Onegin. Live at the Met from the Metro-politan Opera, broadcast live in HD from New York city, 9:55 a.m., Cowichan Theatre. Tickets at the Cowichan Ticket Centre: 250-748-7529 or www.cowichantheatre.ca.

Hope King: Ssnger/songwriter, 8:30 p.m., Oak & Carriage Pub, 3287 Cowichan Lake Rd., Duncan. No cover. Call 250-746-4144.

SundayBurger and Beer @ Cowichan

Bay Pub: Come sip, socialize, listen to music, all the while helping to raise funds for the HUB’s annex restoration. 5 to 8 p.m. Tickets: $20 at the HUB or contact [email protected].

Boogie to Broadway Burger & Beer: in support of Steps Ahead Dance. Food & entertainment, complimentary babysitting FCFS, 4:30 to 8:30 p.m., Cobble Hill Pub, 3566 Holland Ave., Cobble Hill. Tickets $20 per person, until Oct. 3. No tickets at door. Call 250-743-4232.

Crofton Jazz: Easy Street, with guitarist Rob Cheramy and vocalist Linda Wright, perform mellow stylings of jazz stan-dards. 2 p.m., Crofton Hotel, 1534 Joan Ave., Crofton. Tick-ets $10. Call 250-324-2245.

Andrew LeongDuncan resident Robert Spleiter plays a tune on the Steinway piano on the stage of the Cowichan Theatre during Culture Days on Saturday.

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NIJJAR, Gurbakash KaurIt is with love and great sadness that we announce the passing of Gurbakash Kaur Nijjar on Sept 24, 2013 at the Cowichan District Hospital. She died peacefully surrounded by family.

Gurbakash Kaur is predeceased by her father Basant Singh Hair, mother Raou Kaur, sister Gurbachan Kaur Sall, and brother Sarban Singh Hair.

Loving wife to her late husband Nirmal Singh Nijjar; caring mother to daughters, Jasbir (Amrik Tung), Rajinder (Tirath Bhopal), Gurninder (Harjit Sandhu); sons Manjeet (Janice), Sukhjeet (Janice); proud grandma to Ravi, Indy, Mark (Aman), Michael (Balbir), Karen (Jessie), Neeta (Mike), Reena (Paul), Amanda(Steve), Amee, Jordan, Naveen, Jeevan; great-grandma to Jayden ,Kylene, Maya, Ethan, Abigeyle, Izibeyle, Winnie and her newest great grandson Brenden.

Gurbakash was born in Moranwali, Punjab, India on January 27, 1928. She came to Canada in 1960 and returned permanently in 1967. The family originally lived in Lake Cowichan and moved to Duncan in 1969.

Gurbakash was a great homemaker and provided everything her family needed. She was an avid gardener growing many fruits and vegetables that she shared with family and friends. She spent a lot of her time being of service at the Sikh Temples; reading the Sri Guru Granth Sahib, volunteering tirelessly in the kitchen, cooking and cleaning. Gurbakash was known for her hard work ethic and amazing memory.

She will be deeply missed by all family and friends. Our family would like to thank Dr. Griffin, the ER staff and 2nd floor nurses at the Cowichan District Hospital, and the staff at Cairnsmore.

A funeral will be held at on Saturday October 5, 2013 at the Christian Reform Church at on 11:00am at 930 Trunk Road. Followed by cremation at Cowichan Valley Crematorium and the religious ceremony at Duncan Sikh Temple. Online condolences may be offered at www.hwwallacecbc.com

PRIME, James EveredAge 83, passed away on September 26th, 2013 at Duncan BC. Jim was predeceased by his wife Mary in January 2013. He was born on May 18th, 1930 in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan to May and James Prime. At the age of one year his family moved to Hamilton ON and then onto Surrey BC when he was six.

Jim married Mary Faith Hemming in 1952 in Vancouver. They were happily married for 60 years. In 1963 the family moved to the Kootenays settling in Rossland. After retirement Mary and Jim moved to the Lower Mainland, Ladysmith and finally Duncan.

Mary and Jim spent many a happy days sailing on the Arrow Lakes and the Gulf Islands. They enjoyed sailing so much they even did the circumnavigation of Vancouver Island in June and July of 1980. Jim did volunteer work with the Canadian Power Squadron in Castlegar. He was also a long time Ham Radio operator as VE7BDD with time spent with the original Civil Defense. Jim also enjoyed his time as a leader with the Boy Scouts of Canada in Rossland.

In his life Jim’s greatest joy was his four children - Kathy, Tom, Vince and Glenda (Bagg); 17 Grandchildren and 13 Great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life will be held in Crofton with family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to:

British Columbia Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC & Yukon 1212 West Broadway, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6H 3V2

DESCOTEAU, Dustin RaymondMarch 16, 1984 - Sept. 25 2013

Dustin left us far too soon due to a tragic motor vehicle accident.

He leaves behind his beloved children : Austin, Steven, Isabella and Kaleb. Parents Brenda and Steve Smith ; Paul Descoteau (Amy). Sister Paula, Nate and Farrah Phillips, brother Derek Descoteau. Grandparents Ray and Irene Ellison and Alice Descoteau.

He is predeceased by grandfather Paul Descoteau and great -grandmothers Violet Carlson and Jean McPherson.

Dustin shared his magnetic personality and contagious smile with everyone he met.

He deeply loved his children and he treasured every moment he spent with them. Austin, Stevie, Isabella and Kaleb adored their Daddy with all their hearts.

Dustin enjoyed playing his guitar around a campfire, fishing with his kids and his new found life as a cowboy in Kamloops with girlfriend Leslie. Dustin was at a very happy place in his life and he experienced more in his 29 years than most do in a life time.

He was an extremely hard worker and very talented at his trade as a fabricator.

His mom will deeply miss his 6 am phone calls just to chat, his big hugs and smiles.

Dustin will be sadly missed by his many relatives and friends.

An outside Celebration of Life will be held on Friday October 4th at 4:00pm at Maple Grove, 3800 Gibbins Road.

In lieu of flowers, the family has set up a trust account at Island Savings for the 4 Descoteau children, account# 2314961

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BEAUCHAMP (nee Heslip), D. Marion

Born February 6, 1923 in Chemainus General Hospital. Passed away September 20, 2013.

Marion was predeceased by her parents Ruth and Harry Heslip, and by her husband Frank Eric in 1991. She received her education at Miss Burnside’s kindergarten in Chemainus, and at Queen Margaret’s School, Duncan and her business training in the Convent Business School, Ladysmith.

She worked for Nanaimo Foundry and Engineering Works in Nanaimo, B.C. during the last three years of W.W.II. Moving back to Chemainus to join the staff of the Victoria Lumber Company (later MacMillan Bloedel, Chemainus Sawmill Div.) where she remained for 37 years. In 1982 Marion and her husband retired the same day from MacBloedel after 37 & 36 years respectively.

Marion’s interest in keeping the history of Chemainus alive led to her past membership in the Mural Society and current member of the Chemainus Valley Museum and life membership of Chemainus Valley Historical Society and member of the Chemainus Seniors Centre.

A Celebration of Life will be held at St. Michael’s and All Angels Church, Chemainus on Saturday, October 19, 2013 at 1 pm. Please donate to a charity of your choice in lieu of flowers, as we cherish a friend who has passed.

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250-245-7844

CHILDCARE

ARCADIAN EARLY Learning is looking for an ECE with a current License to Practice to fi ll a part-time Mon., Wed. and Fri., 8:30-1:30 position. May lead to additional hours. Please call 250-748-3922 or send resume by email to: [email protected]

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

FOODSAFE AT Island Savings Centre, Oct. 19th & Nov 16th, courses 8:30-4:30 $70. 250-746-4154 www.saferfood.ca

HELP WANTED

An Alberta Oilfi eld Company is hiring dozer and excavator op-erators, Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing re-quired. Call (780)723-5051 Edson,Alta.

FAMILY Resource Association requires an Behavioural Con-sultant Worksite: Parksville & Port Alberni. For details go to www.d69fra.org

INFORMATION

HELP WANTED

HAIRSTYLIST WANTED. $1000 HIRING BONUS. Full time/part time for First ChoiceHair Cutters in their Duncanlocations. Guaranteed $12 perhour, 25% profi t sharing, paidovertime, benefi ts, paid birth-day, vacation pay, annual ad-vanced training and advance-ment opportunities. For aninterview call 250-715-1779.

REQUIRED immediately,Feller-Buncher Operator, PortAlberni area, close to town,Union rates & benefi ts, contactdon@islandfi bre.ca, fax: 250-597-2554, phone: 250-597-2555.

THE COWICHAN FOOD CONNECTION

Requires a retired or semi-retired business person to assist with fund raising and overall management duties of this worthwhile charity. This individual should have some business background and preferably experience with grants and/or fundrais-ing. This is a part time volun-teer position with opportunity for compensation based on performance. Please contact Bill Macadam c/o Cowichan News Leader Pictorial at 250-856-0048 or email: [email protected]

INFORMATION

ALL YOU NEED IN PRINT AND

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bcclassifi ed.com1-855-310-3535


Over 92% of our grads are employed in their fi eld of study within 6 months of graduation.

Toll Free: 1-866-580-2772 www.stenbergcollege.com

Psychiatric Nursing (online): This 23 month program is accredited by the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of BC (CRPNBC). Entry-level earnings start at $30.79/hour to $40.42/hour.Special Education Assistant (online): In only 9 months you could be earning $17 - $25.99/hour. You will receive training and certifi cation from the Provincial Outreach Program for Autism and Related Disorders (POPARD).Therapeutic Recreation – Gerontology (online): Support and promote optimal health for seniors by planning, implementing and evaluation therapeutic recreation services. Earn up to $23.50/hour.Government student loans & funding (ELMS/WCB) & other fi nancing options available to qualifi ed applicants.

LEARN ONLINE Guided online learning, instructor-led, in a highly supported environment

See yourself at TeckWe offer the chance to live and work in the Rocky Mountains, where year round local attractions and recreational choices for the outdoor enthusiast are unlimited! Add to this, challenging work assignments and excellent opportunities for career and professional growth with Canada’s largest diversified natural resources company and we think you’ll find what you’re looking for.

Teck operates six open-pit steelmaking coal mines near beautiful Fernie, B.C. and Hinton, AB.

NOW HIRING!Teck will be hosting Career Fairs at the following locations: Nanaimo – Friday, October 4 – 2pm-6pmCoast Bastion Hotel, 11 Bastion St, Nanaimo, BC

Campbell River – Saturday, October 5 – 10am-2pmAnchor Inn & Suites, 261 Island Hwy, Campbell River, BC

We will be collecting applications and interviewing for the following IMMEDIATE openings:

Work on a fleet of the world’s newest and largest mining equipment! First year total trades compensation package can exceed $100,000. Attractive 4 days on 4 off shift work.

Teck offers stable, long term, progressive careers with competitive compensation packages that include a pension plan, employee share purchase plan, comprehensive benefits plan as well as participation in annual bonus plans. Enjoy an amazing lifestyle in the Rocky Mountains.

For a comprehensive list of current openings and more information, attend the career fair and visit our website: www.teck.com/careers

• Heavy Duty Mechanics• Electricians• Millwrights and Welders• Various Safety Positions

• Instrumentation Mechanics• Heavy Equipment Operators• Engineers and Geologists• Wide range of Staff Positions (See website)

CALL LARA NOW 250-856-0047

Get your wallet and your LEGS in SHAPE

Permanent CarriersRequired On TheFollowing Routes:

CHEMAINUS455852 – Cook, Douglas, Garner, Victoria

(51 papers)455855 – 10046-10155 Victoria Rd (31 papers)455860 – Cook, Victoria (33 papers)455952 – Chapman, McKay, Victoria (29 papers)456000 – Caswell, Cecelia, Front, Hillside, Jonas,

Josephine, River, Rose (77 papers)

DUNCAN102952 – Alington, Burrows, Sayward, Sherman

(98 papers)

MAPLE BAY153951 – Thomson Terr (43 papers)153952 – Belcarra, Haida (51 papers)

MILL BAY304145 – Deloume, Gillespie, Marie, McClaren,

Pratt, Stubbs, Tutor (33 papers)

*all paper counts are approximates

Job Description

WELDING/FABRICATORPosition Summary: Performs a wide range of duties within the plant in-cluding but not limited to: welding and fabricating while maintaining good housekeeping and with re-gard to safety regulations on the shop fl oor.

Pre-Employment Drug Screen may be required.

Job Requirements: Qualifi cations (Education/Experience) and Required Skills:• Welder Level “C” or 1st year fabrication minimum • Forklift and Crane Operators experience • Capable of passing required physical examination • Able to speak, read, and comprehend English • Knowledge of how to read and interpret shop/en-

gineering drawings • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills • Needs to have strong leadership abilities and be

comfortable in group work environment.• Knowledge of basic tools and have good working

mechanical aptitude • CWB ticket an asset• Understand and apply basic mathematical skills

(adding, subtracting, division, & multiplication) • Good attendance and positive attitude is a must

Drop off a resume in person, 3721 Drinkwater Rd., Duncan, BC or fax resume to 250-746-8011.

Structures

HELP WANTED


HELP WANTED


HELP WANTED

VETERINARY Hospital in the Cowichan Valley is currently accepting resumes for the po-sition of part-time receptionist. We are seeking a well spoken, empathetic person, possess-ing excellent computer and telephone skills, with the ability to multi-task and work well with others. Experience in the veterinary fi eld is most de-sirable. Forward your resume to Veterinary Offi ce Manager, PO Box 128 Mill Bay, B.C. V0R2P0

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES


HOME CARE/SUPPORT

TRUSTFUL, MATURE lady with a big heart is looking for a companion job in Duncan. Help with shopping, light housekeeping, conversations, walks... Jola, 250-510-6335.

TRADES, TECHNICAL

GROWING OKANAGAN KIA dealership looking for techni-cians and apprentices to fi ll full time positions. Offering a com-petitive salary, commensurate with experience. Please email resumes to:[email protected]



TRADES, TECHNICAL

JOURNEYMAN AUTOMO-TIVE Service Technician(s) in Hanna Alberta. Hanna Chrys-ler Ltd. offers competitive wag-es from $30/hour, negotiable depending on experience. Bright, modern shop. Full-time permanent with benefi ts. Friendly town just 2 hours from major urban centres. More info at hannachrylser.caFax 403-854-2845; Email:[email protected]



TRADES, TECHNICAL

GUARANTEED JOB Place-ment: General laborers and tradesmen for oil and gas in-dustry. Call 24hr Free Re-corded Message. For Informa-tion 1-800-972-0209.

CLIMBERS Wanted. Tree Climbers for Single Stem Har-vest and Windfi rming needed throughout Coastal BC. Con-tact Jason 250-701-1911



TRADES, TECHNICAL

AUTOMATED TANK Manu-facturing Inc. is looking for ex-perienced welders. Competi-tive wages, profi t sharingbonus plus manufacturing bo-nus incentive. Full insurancepackage 100% paid by com-pany. Good working environ-ment. Keep your feet on theground in a safe welding envi-ronment through in holemanufacturing process. Noscaffolding or elevated workplatform. Call Cindy for an ap-pointment or send resume to:[email protected]. 780-846-2231 (Offi ce); 780-846-2241(Fax).

WWORK ANTED

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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

AUCTIONS

Jim Sapsford TOOLS & VINTAGE

CAR AUCTIONSaturday, Oct 5, 10am

Viewing 9am9474 Chemainus Rd

ConcessionFor more information call (250)324-4119

BURIAL PLOTS

FOUR BURIAL Plots at Cedar Valley Memorial Gardens.$600. each or all 4 for $2000.Call (250)752-3711.

TWO FULL burial plots, plus six cremations at Cedar ValleyMemorial Gardens. Price$2400.00 OBO. (250) 743-2054

FOOD PRODUCTS

GRASS FED Beefsides $3.75/lb rail weight

mince & stew $5.50/lb steaks & roasts $5-$18/lb

[email protected]

FUEL/FIREWOOD

5 CORDS of Mill ends, $295delivered. Or you pick up, $50pickup load. Call us at(250)416-0069.

Firewood Kiln Dried BricksNo binders or chemicals,

Burns hot & clean90 boxes = 720 bricks = $200

Pick up at 5120 Polkey Road

near Windsor Plywood. Local Deliveries available.

250-748-5595

Seasoned Fir cut to order Split or Rounds [email protected]

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

SEASONED FIREWOOD 250-510-0412.

FURNITURE

Entertainment Centre, solid oak, with speakers, $200.00.Call 250-618-8736.

QUEEN MATTRESS & BOX. New in plastic. Pillowtop. Only$200. (250)713-9680


Wednesday, October 2, 201322 Cowichan News Leader PictorialA22 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial Wed, Oct 2, 2013

blackpress.ca ◾ metroland.com

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ReporterLadysmith / Lake CowichanThe Ladysmith Chronicle and the Lake Cowichan Gazette are paid weekly publications serving both the homes and businesses in their communities. We are looking for a reporter/photographer, either 1 full time or several part time freelancers.

Reporting to the editor, the successful candidate will be required to cover local news, sports and community events in the Ladysmith and Lake Cowichan communities. InDesign and Photoshop experience is an asset. Candidates must have a diploma, degree or equivalent journalism experience, be skilled in digital photography, have a reliable vehicle and valid driver’s licence. Preference will be given to candidates with strong Canadian Press style and photography skills. Some weekend and evening work to be expected.

Black Press community news media is an independent and international media group with more than 190 community, daily and urban publications, 14 press facilities and over 160 websites in B.C., Alberta, Washington, Hawaii and Ohio.

Please forward a resume by October 7, 2013 including cover letter, references, writing and photography samples to:

The ChronicleAttn: Lindsay Chung, Editoremail: [email protected] candidates will be contacted for interviews.

immediate opening for a News Leader Daily Sales Representative.

The successful candidate will have a university or college education or two years of sales experience. The ability to build relationships with clients and offer superior customer service is a must. The winning candidate will be a team player and have the ability to work in a fast paced environment with a positive attitude.

We offer a great working environment with a competitive base salary and commission plan coupled with a strong benefi ts package, please forward your resume with a cover letter by March 4 to:

The Cowichan News Leader PictorialAttn: Bill Macadam#2 5380 Trans Canada HwyDuncan, BC V9L 6W4

email:[email protected]

A driver’s license, the use of your own vehicle and valid insurance are required. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Love What You Do?We Do!The Cowichan News Leader Pictorial has an immediate opening for a News Leader Daily Sales Representative.

The successful candidate will have a university or college education or two years of sales experience. The ability to build relationships with clients and offer superior customer service is a must. The winning candidate will be a team player and have the ability to work in a fast paced environment with a positive attitude.

We offer a great working environment with a competitive base salary and commission plan coupled with a strong benefi ts package, please forward your resume with a cover letter by March 4 to:

Office AssistantPART TIME TEMPORARY POSITIONCOWICHAN NEWS LEADER PICTORIAL

The Cowichan News Leader Pictorial requires an ambitiousflexible individual for a part time temporary (may lead to permanent P/T) office assistant for approximately 16 hours per week, (over 4 weekdays). Must be available full time for relief work, approx. 10 weeks per year.The successful candidate will enjoy working in a team environment. You should have experience in general office duties as well as customer service and communication skills.Responsibilities include providing exceptional customer service and clerical work. This position requires computer skills (email, word processing, Excel), strong telephone skills, 40 wpm typing.Black Press community news media is an independent and international media group with more than 190 community, daily and urban publications, 14 press facilities and over 160 websites in B.C., Alberta, Washington, Hawaii and Ohio.Resumes with cover letter should be dropped off in person by October 18, 2013.The Cowichan News Leader PictorialAttn: Bill Macadam, Publisher#2 5380 Trans Canada HwyDuncan, BCV9L 6W4

We would like to thank in advance all who apply, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

PARENTS UNITEGARAGE SALE

Huge event with 66 tables of children’s toys, clothing

& family goods.Saturday, October 5

9:00 - 12 noonIsland Savings Centre

Multi-Purpose HallTables still available: $20.

For more info call: (250)748-7529

GARAGE SALES


HELP WANTED


MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

A1 MOVING Sale! Barbie Doll collection. Antique oak side board & parlor tables. Ikea dining rm set, 3 piece wall unit, upright freezer and other misc furniture and household items. Call (250)760-0004.

OLDER ELECTRONIC receiv-ers, tape decks, turn table, fax machines, speaker, electric fi replace, lamps, entertainment cabinets, professional meat slicer, etc. Call (250)741-1555.

HELP WANTED


MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

HERITAGE PAWN BARGAINS!

20% OFF all tools, Laptops, Flutes, and Guitars!! PLUS Much Much More all at low low bargain prices. Ladders, pressure washers, genera-tors, professional and home audio equipment, video games and systems, power and hand tools, single sock-ets and wrenches, pellet smoker, Pearl kick drum, toomuch to list!!!!Many more deals in store!430 Whistler. 250-746-9810.heritagepawnbrokers.com

INDUSTRIAL BUILT log split-ter. 30 ton, pull & electric start, Honda 13 hp with lift table. For more info call Doc 250-246-8111

LOG LATHE, for making log homes or pillars w/spare parts. Cat power plant - tandem dump truck & fork lifts. Offers. ALSO, 4x4 Ford $1200.; Ra-dio arm saw $100; GMC High up, 20’ lift, $2500; Log cabin, can be moved, 14x16’, cedar logs & shake roof $12,000. (250)732-3239 (250)743-3198

SELL YOUR...TV - Jewels - Antiques

Camera - Furniture*********************

Only $29.98 plus tax Runs for 8 weeks!

(Private Party only)STEP 1

Bring in your 1” photo (op-tional) + 5 lines of text (.99

cents per extra line)STEP 2

Choose TWO Black Press Community Newspapers

STEP 3Wait for your phone to ring!

***********************Added bonus....your ad will

also be listed on UsedCowichan.com

for FREE!!!!!***********************

Come in and see us at The News Leader Pictorial offi ce, #2-5380 Trans Canada Hwy, next to Buckerfi elds or call toll-free to 1-855-310-3535

STEEL BUILDINGS, Metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x 40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x 150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

TECHNIQUE ELECTRIC or-gan, good condition, paid $1100. sell for $300. 36 cup coffee Urn, $15. Call (250)754-7534.

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED

WANTED, fi ll dirt, any amount. End of Gibbons area. Will pay for trucking. 250-748-7773

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

BASS FIDDLE- solid wood, Nice violins. Please call (250)701-2035.


SPORTING GOODS

Curling shoes, Olson ladies size 7, w/new rubber, $40.00. Olson ladies curling broom $40.00. Olson ladies curling gloves, size small, $25.00. Call 250-618-8736.

REAL ESTATE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

BEST DEAL in Lake Cowich-an! 1100sq ft Rancher, 2 bdrms possible 3rd, carport, borders creek. Bright, clean, well built w/recent upgrades. $175,000. Call 250-749-6629 or 250-510-6877.

COUNTRY COTTAGE in Port Renfrew. Sep. garage, work-shop & woodshed. Recent re-no’s. Air-tight insert F/P. 1.5 baths & 1 bdrm on main fl r w/ 4 beds in loft. Sale inclds en-tire contents. Also incld 24ft. Monaro on trailer loaded. $356,000. Call 250-647-0028 [email protected]

DUNCAN: 2 bdrm mobile, 55+ Park, no pets, 5 appliances, some furniture, new light and bath fi xtures, steel roof. Price $23,200. Call 250-597-3319

FRENCH CREEK CHARMER 3 bdrm/2 ba on .23 acre. Many updates. Warm, welcoming & move in ready. $335,000. By appt. [email protected]. 250-752-4741. Photos upon request.

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

LAMBOURNE Mobile Home Park, 55+, shed w/220 amp wiring, 1145 sq ft mobile, 2 bd, 2 bath. $77,500. (250) 597-1265 or (250) 744-0000

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

2-BDRM 1200sq.ft. 2nd fl oor apt./private entry. Covered sun deck. 5 appl’s, geo thermal heat system complete w/AC, indoor storage area. 5 mins from town in Tansor Industrial Park on Cowichan Lake Road. Ref’s a must. $1200./mo. Call (250)701-1919, (250)701-1914

2 BDRM reno’d & bright con-do. W/D, NS, NP. Ref. $850 + util. 250-732-3289 Avail. now.

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

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

CROFTON: 2 bdrms view suite, lrg priv patio. Avail Now. $750+ util’s. Refs req’d. Call 250-510-5488.

DUNCAN: SMALL 1 bdrm condo near Hospital. 6 appl, N/S. Refs. Avail. now. $625. 250-246-4677, 250-732-0808

From $725 -Large 2 bdrms2nd fl oor, new

counter & applsCentral location near

Mall & Aquatic Centre. On bus

route. Heat & H/W included.

Call 250-748-1304.GORGEOUS OCEAN view condo in scenic Cowichan Bay. Brand new, 2 bdrms+ den, 2 full bath w/infl oor radi-ant heat, stainless steel appls, granite counters, 2 patios, se-cure underground prking. $1350. Avail Oct 15. Will con-sider Rent To Own option for suitable tenant. Call (250)701-0521.

Hospital area, 2 bdrm condo Sherman Wood, $775 plus util. 250-704-1251, 250-889-0637

LADYSMITH: 2 bdrm condo, W/D, F/S, D/W. Open fl oor plan. Hardwood & tile. Close to transit & downtown. 1 yr lease, $975/mo util’s incld’d, ref’s req’d. Call 250-246-0637.

LAKE COWICHAN- 2 bdrm upper, reno’d, new appls, F/S, W/D, D/W. N/S indoors, sm pet? No parties. Ref’s. $650+ utils. Oct 1. (250)701-0975.

MAPLE GROVE APTS.3271 Cowichan Lake Rd2 Bedroom apartments & 3 Bedroom Townhomes

_____________________

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

*Renovated units*Indoor Pets welcome

*Onsite Laundry Facilities$100. off

fi rst month’s rent_____________________

Call (250) 710-7515 to view

www.meicorproperty.com

NEAR NEW, 2 bedroom, cen-trally located, 5 appliances, adult orientated building, NS/NP. $750 250-748-9622

PARKLAND PLACE620 Dobson Road250-748-0496 (Art)

250-748-1978 (Sylvia)

FREE heat, hot water and parking.

Walking distance to: shopping, restaurants,

Malaspina College, pubs, Chances Casino.

Quiet building with video security.

Adjacent to 27 acres of parkland including

playing fi elds, walking trails, swimming holes and fi shing. Small pets considered close to a

leash free park.QUALICUM BEACH. 1 bed-room furnished or unfurnished apartment bright and cheerful, perfect for senior person, $750 pm. Tel # 250-752-0018

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

SHAUGHNESSY GARDENS

3251 Cowichan Lake Rd.Clean 1 & 2 bdrm units. Full size fridge, stove & dishwasher. Carpet & li-noleum, window cover-ings, fi replace. Quiet, well maintained bldg with elevator & sauna. Pet friendly. Close to schools & Hospitals.$100 OFF YOUR FIRST

MONTH RENT!CALL TO VIEW 250.710.7515 250.748.3412

www.meicorproperty.com

SPRINGRIDGE MANOR Has a new look!

Renovated, fresh paint & TLC throughout. Clean quiet building close to Beverly

Corners & University. Includes heat & hot water.

N/S, N/P. 1 bdrm suite $590

Available NowCall Harold (250)732-1839

APARTMENTS FURNISHED

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

FULLY FURNISHED 1 & 2 bdrm condos. Long term. Mid-dle of Duncan. W/D on site Utils, wi-fi , cable & prkg incld. Starting, $1095/mo. Call (250)746-7082.

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

1500 Sq. Ft. Shop/Warehouse for Lease Includes wash room, Offi ce and Easy access to the Island Hwy. $7.25/sq. Ft. Net 250-245-9811 or 250-474-3585

---------1000 sq’ - 7000 sq’

Store front with excellent exposure, overhead doors,

ample parking,available now.

---------Please call (250)748-9622

to view

COTTAGES

CHEMAINUS BACHELOR cottage, partially furnished, inclds utils. N/S, N/P. $700. Avail now 250-246-4609

COBBLE HILL- 1 bdrm cabin (not fancy), on farm land. Avail immed. Call (250)743-4392.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

2 BDRM, 4 appl, NS, NP, Close to Hwy 18, Avail now, $650 + utilities. Reference re-quired. 250-507-5577

CHEMAINUS: LRG 1 bdrm 1/2 duplex, 6 appls. Refs req’d. $900. 778-227-2704.

DUNCAN: 4 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appl, 1900 sqft, secured gar-age, mature NS, NP. $1650 incl’s util. Oct 1. 250-748-9059

DUNCAN: 5 BDRM SxS du-plex, 2 1/2 bath, 2400 sqft. FS, WD hookup, up/down fi re-place.$1300. 250-701-8797

HONEYMOON BAY: 3 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appl’s, near park, lake & bus. Large yard & deck. Avail now, $750 + util’s. Call 1(250)380-2026 or call or text 1(250)891-2803.

SHAWNIGAN- LARGE 2 bdrm upper level, rural 3/4 acre, high ceilings, wood fl oors, bright, clean, W/D, no smoking, no pets. Oct. 15th. $850. Call (250)743-2994.

@ VIU, $275/bed, $395/room$675/1 bdrm suite + util. 250-715-8468 [email protected]

RENTALS

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

SHAWNIGAN: RURAL 3/4 acre, 2 bdrm main level, highceilings, wood fl oors, bright,clean, W/D. No smoking, Nopets. Oct. 15th, $700. Call(250)743-2994.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR RENT

Low rent mobile home, help with hobby farm, horse OK,250-709-2044

HOMES FOR RENT

2 BDRM house, $725, F/S,W/D, fenced lrg yard, storageshed, N/P, N/S. (250) 748-6614 9:30 am - 4:00 pm,Tues-Fri. Avail. Nov 1.

3 BDRM, near Cowichan Commons. F/S,N/P. Ref’s.$900. Oct 1st. (250)748-9909

COBBLE HILL- like new, 3 bdrms, 3 bath, fenced yard,dbl garage. Pets considered.$1425/mo. (778)352-1618.

DUNCAN: 3 bdrm, garage and workshop, fenced yard. NearHospital, bus routes andschools. W/D. Ref’s Req’d.$1175. Call eves and wknds(250)709-2651.

DUNCAN: 3 bdrm rancherwith den in town. F/S, W/D,D/W, fenced yard. $1100+utils. Call (250)748-6574.

DUNCAN- COWICHAN River-waterfront wood home, 2bdrm, 5 appls, reno’d, moderninterior, acreage. N/S, cat ok.Avail Nov. 1st. $1295. Call(250)715-0571.

VERY nice, 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, private, yet close totown, hospital, and schools.1700 month plus utilities. 250-382-1130, or 778-679-9182.Or answer via email;[email protected]

OFFICE/RETAIL

DUNCAN: RETAIL/OFFICE space for lease, highway ex-posure, A/C, ample parking. 250-746-5657 or 748-8671

RECREATION

RV RESORT ON THE LAKE

Spots available at Great Rates. Daily, weekly,

monthly. Pool, Hot tub, exercise room, laundry, putting green, hiking,

fi shing, Pickle Ball Court. Free coffee in one of the best clubhouses on the island. Nanaimo area.

www.resortonthelake.com250-754-1975 or

[email protected]

RV PADS

COBBLE HILL: Small service RV pad on farm land. Call(250)743-4392.

SHARED ACCOMMODATION

COWICHAN BAY: Beautiful newer home, upper level,large living space, privatebdrm and own bathroom.Shared kitchen and laundry.Must like dogs and cats. Quiet,clean, responsible. NS/NP.Ref’s req’d. $800/mo. Call(250)732-8103.

ROOMMATE to share 3 bdrm house, beautiful inside & out.$450, utilities included. N/S,no parties. 250-210-3004 or250-597-7710

STORAGE

OUTSIDE STORAGE avail. in Shawnigan Lake. Suitable forCars/trucks ($50/m) Contain-ers ($100/m), etc. (250) 732-3239, (250) 743-3148


RENTALS

SUITES, LOWER

Bright, 1 bdrm basement suite, lrg kitchen, level entry, priv. entrance, utilities incl., $700/m. Lots of storage. N/S, N/P. 250-746-6549, Avail now

CORNER SUITE, 2 bdrm southern exposure. $1 wash $1 dry, Resident & visitor prkg. 55+ bldg $875. 250-748-7764

DOGWOOD AVE. Bright, cozy, quiet, part furnished, 2-bdrm suite in N/S home. Large garden area, off street parking. Wi-fi & utils incld. Pets nego-tiable. $775. (250)815-0190.

DUNCAN 2bdrm ground fl oor suite, util. incl, NS, NP. $750, available now. Call 250-701-3652

DUNCAN- Nice 1 bdrm grd level walk-in, new laminate fl ooring, near hospital, dwntwn, F/S, W/D. $750. Avail now. N/S, no partiers. Call 250-701-0865.

EXECUTIVE 1-BDRM Quami-chan lakeview, private deck, for quiet & responsible tenant, Absolutely NS/NP. $795 incl utils. 250-748-1163

LAKE COWICHAN bachelor, 600sq ft, hydro, heat, cable incld, priv entrance, level en-try. Avail Oct 1. $560. Call (250)923-6170.

MILL BAY, 1/2 block from Thrifty’s, 1 bdrm, level entry, F/S & W/D, $750/m incl’s hy-dro/water, Avail Nov 1. 250-715-5007

SHAWNIGAN- LRG updated 2 bdrm above grnd, 1150sqft, prkng, W/D, NS/NP. $900 utils incld. Avail now. 250-715-6951

RENTALS

SUITES, UPPER

LAKE COWICHAN: Upper suite, avail. Aug 1, 3 bdrms, 1 1/2 bath, F/S, W/D, fp, lrg deck & backyard. Walking dis-tance to town centre. Dead end street close to river. Very large, approx. 1300 sq ft. Ref. req, pet considered. N/S, no partiers. $850/m + $100 hydro. (250) 701-7731

TOWNHOUSES

Westwood Estates, 2 bdrm, 1200 sqft townhouse, fresh re-no, fi replace $850 plus utils, 250-704-1251, 250-889-0637

TRANSPORTATION

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Cowichan Valley Capitals slipped back to the .500 mark after losing three games on a B.C. Hockey League

road trip through the Interior that got extended by a day due to the weather.

The Caps were left stranded on the mainland Sunday by ferry cancellations after falling 4-3 to the Centennials in Merritt and didn’t return to the valley until Monday afternoon. Earlier, the Caps were beaten 3-2 by the Smoke Eaters in Trail Friday and 5-0 by the Vees in Penticton Saturday.

“It was a very trying road trip,’’ Caps’ coach Bob Beatty said of the combined on- and off-ice activity.

“Everything that could go wrong did. We had two one-goal losses that I felt we could have, should have. We just didn’t get it done.’’

The Caps’ game in Trail was delayed almost an hour due to maintenance issues in the Cominco Arena and didn’t actually start until 8:30 p.m.

It was the same for both teams, but the delay definitely worked against the Caps after the long trip.

“We had some breakdowns in Trail,’’ said Beatty.

“We weren’t sharp. I thought we had enough quality scoring chances in Trail to get six or seven goals.’’

The teams traded goals in the first period, with Kyle Horsman notching the Caps’ marker.

Trail got the jump with a pair of goals midway through the third period. One last reply by Mason Malkowich closed the gap, but it wasn’t enough.

The Caps then experienced the two extremes of the league, playing in Penticton’s large new rink and Merritt’s aging facility.

The Caps only managed 18 shots on Penticton goalie Olivier Mantha.

“They are good, there’s no ques-tion,’’ said Beatty of the Vees.

“I thought we had a decent first period, even though we were outshot.

“You can’t put them on the power play. They got two power play goals. Every time they got a good opportunity, they buried it.’’

Both teams had five power play opportunities. The difference was the Vees scored on two.

Heading over to Merritt to conclude the trip, the Centennials nursed a 1-0 lead into the third period.

The offenses opened up in the third and the Caps tied the game three times, only to lose it in the last 43 seconds on a goal by Scott Patterson.

That came just 26 seconds after Myles Powell scored on a power play and the teams appeared headed to overtime. Taki Pantziris had the other two Caps’ goals in the period.

“We showed a lot of mental toughness getting back in the game,’’ said Beatty.

“They know how to play in that rink. They funnel pucks to the net.’’

Overall, “we’ve got to get more out of what we have,’’ said Beatty.

The Caps’ record not only evened out at 4-4-1, but they also have exactly 27 goals scored and 27 against.

The Caps play at Nanaimo Friday before hosting Powell River Saturday at 7 p.m. and West Kelowna Sunday at 2 p.m. in another busy weekend.

“This is a huge weekend for us, especially after dropping three straight on the road,’’ said Beatty.

Ian Webster (Merritt Herald)Former Capital Connor LaCouvee stands guard in the Merritt net searching for the puck, above, with ex-teammate Kyle Horsman of the Caps providing the screen Sunday in Merritt. Above right, a big pileup of players occurs in the Caps’ crease, with Francis Marotte covering up.

Wind out of their sails: Caps drop a pair of one-goal decisions during three-game Interior set

Ferry cancellations extend a frustrating road trip

Youth Athleteof the Week

Marina EllisonMarina Ellison is one of just two Fuller Lake Skating Club members with double Gold levels. Ellison, a Grade 10 student at Frances Kelsey Secondary, passed her Gold Skills and Gold Freeskate — the most difficult to obtain — last year. She’s been skating since the age of four and loves being on the ice. “The speed and freedom of being on the ice, I love it,’’ Ellison said. But she is a bit torn between sports because Ellison is also a very good field hockey player who was on the B.C. U15 team during the summer and currently plays for the Kelsey senior girls’ high school team. “I don’t want to quit either skating or field hockey,’’ she said. “I really love both sports.’’ Both are currently going full bore which makes for a busy schedule combined with school. Ellison has a very advanced long skating progam and is still tinkering with other elements. “I’m working on my double axel and triple (Salchow) which were not in the (long) program because they’re not consistent yet,’’ she said. “I have landed triple sows in the past.’’ Ellison is also working on a third Gold in Dance that she hopes to obtain this season.

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Alex Milligan, Corey Peterson and Braeden Cross combined for nine points, as the Kerry

Park Islanders showed further signs of improved play with a 5-1 victory over the Oceanside Generals at Parksville Saturday.

Milligan was credited with a hat trick in the Islanders’ second victory in eight Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League games, but said that informa-tion was incorrect on the official scoring summary that goes on the VIJHL website.

“My third goal was actually Corey Peterson’s goal,’’ Milligan said.

“We were on a two-on-one together. I slid it over to him and he finished it off.’’

But Milligan did score twice and added two assists in the game while Cross had a goal and two assists and Peterson added a goal and one assist.

“We’ve been playing better lately,’’ said Milligan. “It’s about time we got some breaks.’’

Milligan was also pleased that goalie Leighton Williams recorded his first VIJHL victory.

“He played really well for us, stood on his head,’’ said Mil-ligan. “We were all pretty fired

up for him.’’Milligan now has 10 points on

the season. He leads the team in scoring, but also expects more of himself and knows coach Dale Purinton is looking for consistent offensive production from him.

“We haven’t been able to get it past the goalie — no puck luck,’’ said Milligan of the early-season games until now.

The Islanders outshot the Generals 38-25 while leading 3-0 after the first period and 4-1 after the second. Cody Short scored the team’s other goal.

The Islanders have a busy week coming up, with games Wednesday, Friday and Satur-

day.“It’d be nice if we could get at

least two wins out of the three games,’’ said Milligan.


The scary thing for op-ponents is the Cowichan Bulldogs haven’t put together a full 60-minute effort yet.

But they’re 5-0 in the Vancouver Mainland Football League’s Midget Division after beating the North Sur-rey Bears 25-8 Sunday at McAdam Park, with plenty of room still for improvement.

“This was a huge win for us,’’ noted Bulldogs’ tailback Drayson Price. “Beating another top team makes a big statement to the league and shows Cowichan is here to win football games.

“Our defense held their offense to eight points and that was key to give our offense chances to put points on the board. It came down to who wanted it more and we proved it was us.’’

Ironically, Cowichan put the foot on the accelerator just as the weather turned really nasty.

Leading by just a 9-8 margin after the third quarter, the Bulldogs pulled away with 16 unanswered points in rapid succession.

“We haven’t put in a full 60 minutes of our top-notch football,’’ said Co-wichan coach Doug (Opie) Williams.

“We’re our own worst enemy when it comes to getting down on ourselves. Once we play 60 minutes of football, we’ll be quite unstoppable.’’

Williams knows it will come. It’s just a matter of continuing to work hard in practice to fine-tune some areas of the team’s game that haven’t quite clicked yet.

Every win has been slightly dif-ferent, but the important thing is Cowichan’s diligence and ability to

shake off the shaky times has been paying off.

The game with North Surrey started out as a chess match. The Bears scored a wind-aided single on the opening kickoff and the Bulldogs responded on a punt and made the tackle in the end zone.

Cowichan inched into a 2-1 lead when Darian Slater, making his return to the team, missed on a field goal but the ball went through the back of the end zone for a single.

The Bears marched the ball into Cowichan territory and scored a con-verted touchdown on a passing play.

The Bears did a good job of keep-ing the ball out of Cowichan hands that could have proved dangerous, especially on punts.

“They knew we had good return-ers,’’ said Williams. “They were angling their punts.’’

The Bulldogs lined up back-to-front instead of side-by-side and got a nice return by Eric (Wheels) Williams down to the three-yard line.

Price ran a power down to the one and then quarterback Erik Kenner punched it in for the TD. Slater con-verted for a 9-8 Cowichan lead.

“That was a bit of a momentum changer for us,’’ said Williams.

The stage was set for a tense finish but the Bulldogs were just getting cranked up.

“We started moving the ball better,’’ said Williams.

“They’re a good team. They’ve got the maximum amount of players on the roster.’’

Slater kicked a key 30-yard field goal when a Bulldogs’ drive stalled but then they came right back and Price broke into the clear behind some key blocks for a TD.

On the next series, Garion Ferguson intercepted a pass and ran it back 40

yards for a TD, converted by Slater.Just for good measure, Kole Lo-

chbaum recovered a fumble on the game’s final play.

North Surrey players were stranded due to cancelled ferry sailings so the Cowichan faithful treated them to hot dogs and hamburgers after the game. The Bears spent the night at the Cowichan Valley Inn.

The ‘Dogs are back at McAdam Park Sunday against the North Delta Longhorns at 2 p.m.

The combined Nanaimo-Cowichan Red Dogs lost their VMFL Bantam encounter Sunday to Chilliwack 36-6.

Don Bodger/fileScoring touch of veteran Alex Milligan returned with a four-point game that nearly doubled his season total to 10.

Don BodgerBears’ pass rush leads Cowichan quarterback Erik Kenner, above, to look downfield quickly for an outlet pass. Right, the dynamite ‘Dogs defence really shone during the driving rain, with Brock Gowanlock (55) and Clayton Key (51) looking to the sideline for instructions.

Top ‘Dogs: Midget squad leads VMFL standings at 5-0

On the march: Top trio combines for nine points in 5-1 victory over the Generals

Bulldogs break open tight battle with the Bears

Returning players carry the offensive load

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Bigger and better Tansor built through team spirit on the ball fieldGot a sports story?email [email protected] 250-856-0045 Friday the 13th was more about

starting a new tradition than any superstition for Tansor Elementary School.

About 140 intermediate students walked from the school to Evans Park for an afternoon of physical fit-ness and community-building in the

new era of public education within School District 79.

Welcoming the students who were previously at Somenos Elementary into the fold was a big part of the reason for the gathering.

“Tansor’s student population has increased through restructuring

and the new students and parents mingled with their peers and made new friends through sport,’’ noted principal Joseph Boudreau.

“The afternoon was a huge suc-cess and a wonderful beginning to what is to be an awesome year for the students of Tansor Elementary.’’



Cowichan United is find-ing its form after a slow start to the Div. 2 Island Soccer League season.

After losing its first two games of the season, Cowichan went into Hampton Park in Victoria Saturday and throttled previously-undefeated Gorge 3-0 for its second straight win.

“We had a solid lineup and the boys stuck to the game plan and

played really hard,’’ said Glen Mar-tin, acting as guest coach for the weekend while his Div. 1 Cowichan LMG Pringle team had a bye.

“They were a very young, small team,’’ Martin observed of the op-position.

Jordan Korven scored the lone goal of the first half with a shot that deflected off a defender and went off the post and behind the somewhat startled ‘keeper.

“Getting that first goal was huge,’’ said Martin.

He kept the same lineup on the

field most of the second half before making changes.

Korven struck for his second goal with about 20 minutes remaining on a nice shot from the top of the box. “That took a little bit of pressure off,’’ conceded Martin.

“We started dominating the play now. We were bigger and stronger, just better really.’’

Jose Muro put the icing on the cake with a dandy goal. He took the ball off the chest and hit a perfect volley from 20 yards out.

Cowichan had a fourth goal called

back a short time later.Darian Achurch was seldom

tested in posting the shutout.Gorge had only allowed one goal

in three previous games. Cowichan not only evened its record at 2-2, but its goals for and against mark to 6-6.

Martin returns to the helm of Div. 1 for a Wednesday exhibition against the Victoria Highlanders U21s. “It’ll be good fitness for us,’’ he said.

Cowichan heads to Prospect Lake Saturday for its next league game.


Shootouts are the new tiebreak-ing formula rather than pen-alty flicks that will be deciding a lot of important field hockey games.

It happened during the finale of the John Ferreira Memorial field hockey tournament at Shawnigan Lake School Sunday when Shawnigan and Cowichan Secondary went scoreless during regulation time.

Shawnigan showed plenty of flash with Casey Crowley, Kira Wimbert, Louica Unger and Arielle Fraser all scoring with some dandy moves on their attempts while Stef Langkammer had the lone marker in three chances for Cowichan. That gave Shawnigan, an infrequent entrant in the past, its first Ferreira tournament title.

“We do practice it and give the girls some strategy and the best way to ap-proach it,’’ said Shawnigan co-coach Kelly Koepp of the shootouts where players have eight seconds to move in on the goalkeeper and get a shot away.

Shawnigan hosted the final day of play after Saturday’s monsoons in Duncan made a move away from the waterlogged water-based Cowichan Sportsplex turf necessary.

“After the rain, the field got flooded,’’ said Cowichan coach Jen Budding. “We had to call the games just for safety, not only for the players but not to wreck the turf.’’

A few games were cancelled outright, but all teams in the A Division played the full round robin, with close compe-tition among Shawnigan, Cowichan, Frances Kelsey and South Delta.

Some of the games missed Saturday were picked up early Sunday morning at Shawnigan and the schedule resumed from there on the Shawnigan turf.

“Shawnigan was really good about offering their turf,’’ said Budding.

Shawnigan and Cowichan tied 1-1 during the initial round robin and renewed acquaintances during the final. The issue still wasn’t decided in regula-

tion at least, until Shawnigan puts its shootout magic to work.

Shawnigan is off to a great start this season with Friendship Cup, Indepen-dent Schools Association and now Fer-reira tournament titles in succession.

“We only lost four (players) from last year so we have a lot to work with,’’ said Koepp.

“In general, the tournaments this year have been really well-organized,’’ she added. “They’re doing the competitive pools and it makes it so much more interesting. The games are a lot closer.

“We enjoy playing Cowichan. Jen’s a great coach and the girls from Co-wichan are great competition.’’

“We look forward to playing each other,’’ agreed Budding.

“We need to play a little bit more on that kind of turf as well. We do have a younger team this year. A number of them have played at a higher level. It’s just a matter of getting all of them on the same page, finding a system or a way to play that incorporates our strengths.’’

Shawnigan’s next big test will be the UBC tournament while Cowichan and Kelsey have the Bridgman Cup in Victoria on the agenda.

Field hockey salutes Les MannThe field hockey community is in

shock following the death of Duncan’s Les Mann Saturday. He was watch-ing daughter Miranda play for UBC against UVic in Canada West Univer-sity action in Victoria.

“Les was an ardent supporter of our game as a manager, coach, equipment supplier and a most loyal fan,’’ said Vancouver Island Ladies’ Field Hockey Association president Denise Mc-Geachy in a statement.

“He had a real passion for the game and trying to improve kids because he did a lot of coaching,’’ said Budding.

“He was a very dedicated father to both Miranda and Colton for coach-ing,’’ said Cowichan Field Hockey president Kara Joyce. “He actually started our junior indoor program when Miranda was young.’’

Don Bodger/fileTossing the ball out for a teammate was about as busy as Darian Achurch got at times against Gorge.

Don Bodger, Andrew LeongThis is what you call close checking. Shawnigan Lake School’s Sierra Farr drapes herself around Cowichan Secondary’s Sara Goodman during action in the Ferreira Memorial field hockey tournament final at Shawnigan. Below left, Kim Smith of Cowichan tries to spin away from Tai Williams and Casey Crowley. Bottom right, Sara Lowes of Cowichan faces Shawnigan pressure during Saturday’s rainy action.

Ferreira field hockey: Fine form shown during tiebreaking round

Shawnigan’s shootout savvy sparks success

United back on track after shutting out Gorge

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Top-ranked Shawnigan player prevails in boys’ Gold squash finalGot a sports story?email [email protected] 250-856-0045 The Shawnigan Lake School Junior

Open Squash Tournament is always a showcase of the province’s best young players.

“This year we saw some very tal-ented squash players,’’ said Shawnigan squash coach Lynne Grass of the fourth-annual event. “The future of Shawnigan

squash looks bright with all of our athletes finishing extremely well.’’

The boys’ Gold final featured Bransten Ming of Shawnigan winning over Gavin Maxwell of St. Michael’s 3-1. Ming is the top-ranked high school player in B.C. and the best U17 player in Canada.

In the boys’ Silver division, Rhys

Blumer won the consolation and Cade Stewart took home the saucer.

Shawnigan dominated the Bronze division, with Brandon Lee winning the event. Kelsey McGaw was the top Shawnigan girl in the competi-tion. Coach Mike Johnson’s hard work brought out the best in his players.


Black Press is proud to be an official sponsor for the 2013 Canadian Cancer Society Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock, with photojournalist Arnold Lim on the 21-member tour team as a media rider. Follow Arnold’s personal story of training for the Tour and the ride itself at tourderock.ca under the blog posts, or on Twitter at@arnoldlimphoto.

ON TOUR: This year’s Tour de Rock began in Port Alice on Saturday, Sept. 21 and ends Friday, Oct. 4 in Victoria. Tour de Rock raises funds and awareness for pediatric cancer research and programs.

HELP OUT: Donations can be made at copsforcancer.ca

FIND OUT: To catch up on all the Tour de Rock news, photos and videos, go to:

bclocalnews.com/ tour-de-rock

Erin Haluschak, Daniel Palmer and Kyle SlavinBlack Press

Jennifer Faerber knows firsthand the impact cancer can have on a child’s life.

Faerber, who came to Canada from Australia three years ago to continue her radio career, battled non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma as a kid. She also had the opportunity to attend a camp in Australia similar to B.C.’s Camp Goodtimes, a summer camp for children who have gone through cancer.

Faerber, one of four media riders on this year’s Canadian Cancer Soci-ety Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock team, says going from reporting on the Tour to being a part of the event has been a deeply rewarding experi-ence.

“When I first moved to Vancou-ver Island, Tour de Rock was one of the first stories I had to cover,” said Faerber, news director of Vista Radio’s Coast group of stations, based in Courtenay. “When you work in broadcasting, you talk a lot, but you don’t talk about yourself. I’ve had friends that didn’t really know what I went through.”

Faerber said one of her motivat-ing factors as a rider is to tell people “what it’s like when you are that kid with cancer.”

She noted how grateful she is to

have gone to a camp during her treatment, and wants to help kids who are currently battling cancer.

“When we visited Camp Good-times, the kids cheer so loudly for you. I actually felt really comfortable there; I was one of those kids,”

While the other three media rid-ers on this year’s 21-person team haven’t experienced cancer the same way Faerber has, they all have their reasons to ride.

Black Press media rider Arnold Lim, a father of two, says he thinks about his own kids whenever he gets on the bike.

“When we went to Camp Good-times I met kids whose stories you don’t know completely, but you know they’ve been dealt some pretty bad cards. But they don’t look any different than my own kids,” he said. “They’re the same age as my kids, but they’ve gone through something that kids their age shouldn’t have to go through.”

Lim, who prior to training hadn’t been on a bike for years, says he’s

motivated by those kids whenever he feels the aches and pains of cycling.

“There isn’t a day that goes by where my thighs aren’t throbbing or my feet are hurting, but that’s noth-ing compared to the chemotherapy and the spinal taps that some kids have to go through,” Lim said. “I’m not in any position to complain.”

CTV News Vancouver Island reporter and anchor Joe Perkins is grateful no children in his family have been affected by cancer, but he keeps in mind a close uncle who died from lung cancer.

“He never smoked a day in his life,” Perkins said.

He draws his motivation from his junior rider, Luke Savage, a 17-year-old Grade 12 student at Belmont secondary.

“Luke had three jobs this summer, worked seven days a week, knows he wants to be an electrician, he’s finishing up his Grade 12 year, and he’s in remission. … For me, that’s pretty inspiring.”

The close-knit camaraderie amongst this year’s riders and Tour de Rock team also took Perkins by surprise.

“I knew it would be special, I didn’t think it would be this special,” he said. “And that’s me saying this before we’ve even left. … I can’t wait to see the Island.”

Jillian van der Geest, an on-air host with KOOL FM, has witnessed the impact cancer has on a family whose child is battling the disease.

Caleb, the son of a family friend, was diagnosed with a brain tumour at eight years old, and died two years later.

“I spent a lot of time with his family, from diagnosis to his death, and it’s heart-wrenching and inspir-ing to watch a family go through that. All they wanted to do was talk about it and have good times with him,” van der Geest said.

“It was a unique experience for me to be there and help the family when I could, but ultimately how can you help with something like that? For me, Tour de Rock – this is me trying to help.”

Stepping in front of the cameraNo longer just reporting on Tour de Rock, media members join the team

Photos: Arnold Lim/News staff; Joe Perkins; submitted

(Above left) Victoria-based Tour de Rock media riders Jillian van der Geest from KOOL FM and Joe Perkins of CTV News Vancouver Island, and (middle) Arnold Lim of Black Press, are joined by host and news director (right) Jennifer Faerber of Vista Radio’s Jet FM in Courtenay.

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Black Press is proud to be an official sponsor for the 2013 Canadian Cancer Society Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock, with photojournalist Arnold Lim on the 21-member tour team as a media rider. Follow Arnold’s personal story of training for the Tour and the ride itself at tourderock.ca under the blog posts, or on Twitter at@arnoldlimphoto.

ON TOUR: This year’s Tour de Rock begins in Port Alice on Saturday, Sept. 21 and ends Friday, Oct. 4 in Victoria. Tour de Rock raises funds and awareness for pediatric cancer research and programs.

HELP OUT: Donations can be made at copsforcancer.ca

FIND OUT: To catch up on all the Tour de Rock news, photos and videos, go to:

bclocalnews.com/ tour-de-rock

Kyle SlavinNews staff

Marc Lavergne spent four years watching his father slowly lose his life, as a non-aggressive form of bladder cancer took away his independence.

“He went from a very strong-willed, physical individual to a person that just had to sit down in his chair and watch life go by. And that was very hard for him,” says Lavergne, ceremonial, protocol and advisory NCO for the Island District RCMP.

“I remember watching him watch people cut his grass – that was one of the most painful things. He was still at home, not physically able to get outside. That really set him back.”

Lavergne, a father of three girls, says it’s impossible to fathom just how taxing going through that experience would be for a parent of a child with cancer. Trying to put himself in those parents’ shoes is what’s helping motivate him through every Tour de Rock training ride, every hill and every pedal-stroke he takes.

“I can do this. It’s by no means an easy task, but I am physically able, and I want to do it,” he says.

Ray Carfantan is in a very similar boat. Also a father of three girls, he knows how fortunate he is that all of them are healthy.

“As a father I’m very lucky. I don’t have kids with cancer. So my hope in terms of the ride and trying to make things better for kids is a bit of an insurance policy in the event their kids are diagnosed with something. I want to do my part for cancer research and treatment, so they’re further down the road than they are today,” says Carfantan, staff sergeant in charge of the Island District general investigation section.

Carfantan, like Lavergne, also watched cancer slowly take his father’s life.

“That process was excruciating. Knowing the end was coming and wanting to have conversations that you haven’t had, deeper conversations that you’ve never really attempted to be able to have,” Carfantan says. “It really hits home when you talk to a parent

that lost a child to cancer.”Those parents will never have the chance to

watch their child experience life, he says, and it’s that harsh reality that motivates him to ride.

Jennifer Prunty, while not a parent, had her own cancer scare last summer that put the fragility of life into perspective.

A pink mole above her left knee turned out to be a fast-developing melanoma. She treated it aggressively – having it twice removed and requiring a lymph node biopsy – and thankfully doctors were successful in removing it all.

“That was my wake-up call. Cancer can hit any time, when you least expect it,” she says. “It kind of sent us for a Tilt-A-Whirl, and I decided everything is going on hold next year, and I’m doing the Tour de Rock.”

Prunty, an RCMP officer working for the Vancouver Island Integrated Major Crimes Unit, says Tour is her way giving back.

“Cancer is still a really scary word. I just can’t imagine how horrible that would be to hear that your small child (who) you have all these

expectations for has cancer,” she says. That perspective makes her want to do as much as she can to raise money for a cure and support programs for these kids and their families.

The three RCMP officers are all members of this year’s 21-person Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock team. The team, made up of police officers, members of the media and special guests, will cycle 1,100 kilometres from Port Alice to Victoria next month raising money for pediatric cancer research and support programs.

“Yeah, it would be a lot easier to make a donation, but there’s a commitment and passion involved in the Tour de Rock. It’s my responsibility as a police officer who can do this to do it,” Prunty says. “I’m healthy; I’m fit; there’s no reason why I can’t. There’s a lot of people who are going through cancer treatments who would like to do this who physically can’t so it’s my responsibility to grab it and do it.”

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RCMP Island District members Jennifer Prunty, left, Ray Carfantan, and Marc Lavergne are all part of this year’s Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock team.

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Rebecca AldousBlack Press

They’ve arrived. Twenty-three of them all gleaming blue and white.

In Trek Bicycles Store, a chatty group gathers around the futuristic-looking

bicycles. Victoria Police Department Const. Chantal Ziegler is among them. She’s already put her name on a donated bicycle which she will ride in the Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock 13-day trip from Port Alice to Victoria this fall.

Zeigler’s teammate, Const. Debbie Wyatt, isn’t there yet. Chantal checks her Blackberry to find a message that Wyatt’s been held up dealing with an impaired driver.

“In this business you just never know,” Zeigler says.

Zeigler’s other teammate Const. Dawndra Tolsma is in Vancouver on a training course. The

three are the only Victoria Police Department riders in this year’s fundraiser. They’ve dubbed their fundraising group The Amigas.

Beyond the two-months of training, the excite-ment of stopping at 26 Island communities and the camaraderie, all three have deeper reasons for riding the 1,000- kilometre course.

“Two years ago I became a parent and was lucky to have a healthy boy,” Ziegler says.

Raising money for pediatric cancer research and financial support for children with cancer and their families, pulled on her heart strings.

Cancer is no stranger to Ziegler’s family. In 1995, her father died after a long battle with leu-kemia. Ziegler’s mother is a two-year survivor of breast cancer.

And although difficult to face, Ziegler said she can’t image dealing with a child being diagnosed with the disease.

“I may have to huff up a hill (during the ride)

but I know I will make it to the top, but these kids don’t know if they will be here tomorrow,” she said.

There is a rumble from outside the shop, as Wyatt pulls into a parking spot in a police paddy wagon. Still in uniform she joins Ziegler. Like her co-worker, Wyatt signed up for the ride with chil-dren in mind. For Wyatt it’s her four nieces and one nephew.

“Being an aunt I couldn’t imagine going through the stuff those families have to deal with,” she says, adding she lost close friend to cancer.

Wyatt has accompanied previous Tour de Rock teams as a police motorcycle escort. Being a rider is an honour, she says.

Both Ziegler and Wyatt will face some physi-cal challenges after the ride starts on Sept. 19, but both believe the emotional journey will be tougher.

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Three Victoria police officers get set for the ride of their livesFor the children

ON TOUR: This year’s Tour de Rock begins in Port Alice on Saturday, Sept. 19 and ends Saturday, Oct. 2 in Victoria.

ON THE ROAD: The longest stretch riders will run is from Port McNeill to Sayward – a distance of 140 kilometres.

HELP OUT: Donations to Tour de Rock can be made at www.copsforcancer.ca. All online donations get a printable tax receipt.

Don Denton/Black Press

Const. Dawndra Tolsma poses with her bike outside Victoria police headquarters. Tolsma is riding in the 2009 Tour de Rock.

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Rider Profile

Rebecca AldousBlack Press

They’ve arrived. Twenty-three of them all gleaming blue and white.

In Trek Bicycles Store, a chatty group gathers around the futuristic-looking

bicycles. Victoria Police Department Const. Chantal Ziegler is among them. She’s already put her name on a donated bicycle which she will ride in the Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock 13-day trip from Port Alice to Victoria this fall.

Zeigler’s teammate, Const. Debbie Wyatt, isn’t there yet. Chantal checks her Blackberry to find a message that Wyatt’s been held up dealing with an impaired driver.

“In this business you just never know,” Zeigler says.

Zeigler’s other teammate Const. Dawndra Tolsma is in Vancouver on a training course. The

three are the only Victoria Police Department riders in this year’s fundraiser. They’ve dubbed their fundraising group The Amigas.

Beyond the two-months of training, the excite-ment of stopping at 26 Island communities and the camaraderie, all three have deeper reasons for riding the 1,000- kilometre course.

“Two years ago I became a parent and was lucky to have a healthy boy,” Ziegler says.

Raising money for pediatric cancer research and financial support for children with cancer and their families, pulled on her heart strings.

Cancer is no stranger to Ziegler’s family. In 1995, her father died after a long battle with leu-kemia. Ziegler’s mother is a two-year survivor of breast cancer.

And although difficult to face, Ziegler said she can’t image dealing with a child being diagnosed with the disease.

“I may have to huff up a hill (during the ride)

but I know I will make it to the top, but these kids don’t know if they will be here tomorrow,” she said.

There is a rumble from outside the shop, as Wyatt pulls into a parking spot in a police paddy wagon. Still in uniform she joins Ziegler. Like her co-worker, Wyatt signed up for the ride with chil-dren in mind. For Wyatt it’s her four nieces and one nephew.

“Being an aunt I couldn’t imagine going through the stuff those families have to deal with,” she says, adding she lost close friend to cancer.

Wyatt has accompanied previous Tour de Rock teams as a police motorcycle escort. Being a rider is an honour, she says.

Both Ziegler and Wyatt will face some physi-cal challenges after the ride starts on Sept. 19, but both believe the emotional journey will be tougher.

[email protected]

Three Victoria police officers get set for the ride of their livesFor the children

ON TOUR: This year’s Tour de Rock begins in Port Alice on Saturday, Sept. 19 and ends Saturday, Oct. 2 in Victoria.

ON THE ROAD: The longest stretch riders will run is from Port McNeill to Sayward – a distance of 140 kilometres.

HELP OUT: Donations to Tour de Rock can be made at www.copsforcancer.ca. All online donations get a printable tax receipt.

Don Denton/Black Press

Const. Dawndra Tolsma poses with her bike outside Victoria police headquarters. Tolsma is riding in the 2009 Tour de Rock.

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