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Last stand in school district restructure land

Peter W. RuslandNews Leader Pictorial

Jane was scared when a “creepy” guy began fol-lowing her, and her two kids, during a walk in their Moor� eld Road neighbourhood a month ago.

Then Jane (not her real name) recognized the man — who got closer and closer — as someone she’d met socially years before. She can even name him and know where he lives. And she knows other women who’ve possibly been followed by this guy.

So she’s confused why the RCMP are slow in taking action about a suspect she’s already reported.

But he could be the subject of this week’s RCMP press-release warning of a series of nighttime incidents in recent months, whereby women were approached or followed by a male.

Jane shivers thinking about the guy she recognized while following her that night.

“When I saw him, I knew who he was. He’s East In-dian, pretty short, very skinny, with glasses,” she said of the suspect with “dark hair, dark eyes and dark skin.”

Jane’s told police she’s willing to pick the stalker out of police photos.

“He was right behind us for a good 25 minutes when I had the double stroller,” Jane said of being tailed along Sherman, Somenos, Moor� eld, and Palahi roads. “He could probably have reached out and touched me, but didn’t. I’d speed up, then he’d speed up; he was right there all the time.”

Ducking into some bushes didn’t shake the stalker, who didn’t seem to recognize Jane, but did talk to her.

“I asked him ‘Are you lost?’ He said he was ‘Just check-ing out the area.’ This guy’s always been weird. Some-thing’s off with him if he’s following people.”

Safely home, Jane was “almost in tears” as she called her mom, then the cops.

“I told the police what happened, but they’ve had no contact with me since.”

Staff Sgt. Terry Illingworth, of the North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP, explained Wednesday’s release, seeking citizen help, was sparked by a more recent stalking.

“I don’t know if it was related to (Jane’s) incident a month ago,” he said, noting he’ll try to connect any dots in the cases, including following up with Jane.

In the release, Mounties ask for help in � nding a male alleged to have followed or approached women in the area near Mount Prevost Middle School.

“There have been several incidents where women have been followed or approached by a male, late at night,” North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP Cpl. Jon Stuart says.

more on A4

Police seek info on Moorfi eld stalker

Don BodgerNews Leader Pictorial

Tuesday night is the last opportunity in a public setting for valley resi-dents to be heard about the restruc-turing options being considered by School District 79 that will result in

an undetermined number of school closures.Of� cial trustee Mike McKay was involved in

meetings Thursday at Koksilah Elementary, one of the 10 schools in the district being considered for closure. He said all perspectives are still being considered.

“We’ve met with parents and every school community that is in consideration,’’ he said. “I want to reiterate a point I’ve already made. The consultation goes on until May 7.

“A lot of people have done their homework and (are) looking at the options, ‘would you consider this variation.’ There’s been a high degree of engagement and a high degree of respect. People acknowledge the reality of the challenge.’’

McKay stressed there is still room for tweak-ing within each of the three restructuring options.

“What we cannot do is add any schools to the closure list,’’ he said. “There have been no decisions made. We’re looking at all the vari-ables. Each one has its bene� ts and its costs.’’

The enormity of the job isn’t lost on McKay.“We know there will be impact,’’ he said. “If

nothing happened, there would be impact. We wouldn’t have the money to operate pro-grams.’’

The Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 606 will make its presence felt before Tuesday’s meeting, gathering around 6 p.m. at the Cowichan Library before marching to Cowichan Secondary. Tara Brooks, general vice-president for the local, stopped short of calling it a protest but more of an awareness campaign for the public.

“The models they’ve proposed, there’s CUPE cuts in all of them,’’ Brooks said.

Depending on the option selected, she esti-mates the impact on CUPE workers will range from $507,000 to a low of $319,000. About 400 CUPE workers are potentially affected. Despite pending cuts, they are sympathetic about what’s happening in the school system.

“We recognize it’s not the district’s fault,” said Brooks. “They’re underfunded like every other district in the province. We’re standing together with teachers and USW (United Steel Workers) members as well. We have to protect our members.

“CUPE was hit really hard by the extended spring break,’’ added Brooks of the switch to two weeks made last year. “Most of the sav-ings was on our backs.’’

The hope, Brooks said, is for as many mem-

bers as possible to retain their jobs.Cowichan District Teachers’ Association

president Naomi Nilsson couldn’t be reached for comment Thursday.

Meanwhile, two former trustees, � red last year for not � ling a balanced budget with the provincial government, weighed in with their thoughts, as the date for the school closure announcement draws near.

Ryan Bruce said Crofton Elementary being on the list was de� nitely a shocker for people he’s spoken to about the situation.

“People � nd it hard to believe the newest school in the district would be considered,’’ said Bruce. “But you’ve got to put everything on the table.’’

more on A4

Peter W. RuslandCowichan school trustee Mike McKay was at Koksilah Elementary School Thursday as part of his ongoing consul-tation about Cowichan school reorganization.

School closure options: Trustee says all three proposals still on the table, some fl exibility within them, all feedback welcome

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Doug Godkin may not be impervious to � re, but he’s ventured into the Dragons’ Den in search of riches and lived to tell the tale.

Godkin, general manager of Seaward Kayaks in Chemainus, spent Saturday, April 6, at the Canadian Broadcast Centre in Toronto taping an appearance for sea-son eight of CBC’s Dragons’ Den.

The kayak sales guru isn’t at liberty to say how his pitch was received by Canada’s favourite celebrity business moguls, and he won’t know when his episode will air until a month before its broadcast date, but Godkin did say it was “an amazing experience.”

Godkin’s quest to appear on his “abso-lute number-one favourite show” began in late January with an audition for the show’s producers at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre in Nanaimo.

A week later, on Feb. 5, Godkin discov-ered that out of the 4,000 ambitious entrepreneurs who auditioned for the show this year, he’d been selected to make an appearance on Dragons’ Den in April.

“I just about did a back� ip off my desk,” Godkin says, grinning from behind that very same desk in an of� ce � ooded with kayaking maga-zines.

He accepted the invitation without

a moment’s hesitation, knowing full well Seaward would have to cover expenses for the trip to Toronto.

Two or three weeks prior to his studio appearance, CBC assigned a producer to help Godkin polish his pitch and � ne-tune his stage presence.

“Those guys, hats off, are amazing to work with,” Godkin adds. “They de� nitely treat you like a star.”

With a � rm date set for their tête-à-tête with the Dragons, Seaward’s owners Steven and Jacquie Ree travelled east with Godkin, arriving at the studio at 6:45 a.m. the morning of the taping. Godkin and the Rees ventured backstage, joined by the day’s other hopefuls.

“They bring in the pitchers for that day,” Godkin says. “The neat thing is that you get to see who’s made it now from all over the country. Everybody’s practising their pitch. You get to know everybody that’s going to be presenting that day and see what they’re offering. It instantly becomes a quick, neat little family that way because everybody’s nervous backstage, crossing their � ngers that they’re not going to get torn apart by Kevin O’Leary.”

O’Leary, the show’s most aggressive venture capitalist, has gone so far as to call guests on ABC’s Shark Tank “pigs” and has landed himself in hot water with CBC’s ombudsman on two separate occa-sions, most recently for referring to Pulit-zer Prize-winning journalist Chris Hedges as “a nutbar” on The Lang and O’Leary Exchange in the fall of 2011.

When it came time for Seaward to face the � re, the Rees ventured to a sound-proof booth offstage as Godkin stepped into the Den.

“It’s nerve-wracking. They’ve changed the set-up a little bit this year,” Godkin adds. “As soon as you come around the corner and (the Dragons) see you, they’re talking to you. I walked out and they’re talking to me and then the nerves set in, and I think there were a couple of seconds where I just stared blankly at them.”

But after a nerve-rattled � rst few minutes, Godkin “got into his groove” as he intro-duced the Dragons to the company’s line of boats.

“I can’t say how it went,” Godkin adds, “But I was very taken aback with how polite and nice they were to me. They re-ally liked the product. And because we’ve been around for 25 years, they all knew

the (brand). So there was a little bit of a difference between us and someone who’s pitching a brand-new product that they’ve never seen before.”

Godkin’s vision for Seaward led him to the Dragons’ Den, he says, but until his ap-pearance airs next season, he and the Rees are keeping the outcome of their pitch for money under wraps.

“Only the three of us know,” Godkin adds. “And it’s tough, because your friends, your family, your dog and your cat are all staring at you, wanting to know what happened. And you can’t say anything to

anybody about what the results were. It’s tough, but it gets easier every day because you’ve told everybody ‘Here’s how it went and here’s what happened, but I can’t tell you anything,’ and people are being very respectful of that.”

In the interim, Godkin will glean as much as he can from the experience.

“These are guys I really look up to and whose books I’ve read,” he says. “To (pitch to them) and receive a bit of a peer evalua-tion from them was great.”

Season eight of Dragons’ Den airs later this year.

Nick BekolayDoug Godkin and Geoff Workman of Seaward Kayaks show off the Intrigue at the company’s Chemainus factory. Godkin and Seaward’s owners Steven and Jacquie Ree travelled to Toronto earlier this month to appear on CBC’s Dragons’ Den but won’t say how their pitch fared with the country’s favourite celebrity tycoons until the show airs later this year.

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Bruce can clearly see how declining enrolments and unused and deterio-rating buildings brought the district to this point.

“It would be irre-sponsible for the trustee (McKay) to come in and run things as they were,’’ he said.

Bruce sees the recent public consultations and the one forum still to come Tuesday as significant.

“I think overall it’s an important process to include the community in the discussion. We needed to take a look at how we deliver education.’’

Eden Haythornthwaite, chairwoman of the fired board, doesn’t think the savings being advertised by the district will be at-tained.

“The figures being of-fered are incomplete,’’ she said. “I think the savings will be minimal at best.’’

Haythornthwaite also fears there is going to be a heavy price to pay in the loss of quality teachers even after the restructur-ing, with $3 million in cuts in the classroom.

“All that restructuring will be for naught,’’ she said.

McKay will hear presen-tations from individuals and representatives of community groups about proposed school closures April 30 at 6:30 p.m. at Cowichan Secondary School.

Written material will still be accepted up to May 7. After considering all the information provided dur-ing the last few months, McKay will announce his final decision on school closures May 15.

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Drivers heading north who normally use the route will have to turn onto Mount Sicker Road and back onto the Trans-Canada Highway to avoid the area. Drivers heading south will have to detour back in Chemainus at Henry Road and onto the TCH.

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The good news for taxpayers is the $5 million project is completely funded.

“I applied for a grant for it a few years back,’’ said MacKay. “One hundred per cent is paid by gas tax funding.’’

A structured contract provides the nearby Halalt First Nations with some flagging and labour work on the project. Concerns about speeding through the Halalt Reserve have also been addressed.

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Some will be sad to see the end of the historic bridge.

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There’s a will to save Cowichan Rvier’s salmon — � nding the way to local control is politically murky.

Friday’s huddle by 45 of Co-wichan’s many river stakeholders saw facts about the waterway’s � ows, salmon habitat, gravel de-posits, pollution and other factors discussed at Duncan’s Travelodge Silver Bridge Inn, said B.C. Wild-life Federation’s Paul Rickard.

But getting Victoria to grant those powers to the Cowichan Watershed Management Board re-mained a political logjam, Rickard explained.

“There was unanimity this (local control) has to be pulled together — it can’t go on with indecision about a lot of work not going forward on local control of � ow, storage and management.

“The � sh are the canaries for our watershed’s health. Everyone got clear, scienti� c, unemotional facts about what the chinook need in the lower river.”

Friday’s salmon session hap-pened as the forest ministry’s Bryan Symonds sat in the Interior deciding if the Cowichan’s � ow

rates can be altered — under Crofton pulp mill’s river licence — to store spring water for fall use in case of spawning season drought.

Along with granting the watershed board local powers — including sediment management now under engineers’ discussion to sandbag Cowichan’s � ooding issues — Rickard wanted some purse strings.

“They should have some author-ity over water licences. Friday’s meeting gave support for this con-cept, and we thought it was worth exploring.”

Rickard was disappointed after Liberal environment minister Terry Lake’s “arrogant” reception to river control was pitched by all valley stakeholders — including Cowichan Tribes — who met with him a year ago.

“They were more or less told to get lost,” he said.

Rickard’s willing to work with a new environment minister whom-ever wins B.C.’s May 14 election.

“Bill Routley (Cowichan’s NDP MLA) attended Friday, but said he’s not allowed to make promises for his government going into the election.

“He’s our sitting MLA, and interested in listening to and fol-lowing up on the concept of local

water management.”Routley’s boss, Adrian Dix,

also seemed open to local river control during his winter visit to Cowichan Bay.

“Dix listened very carefully, and said ‘It makes sense, and we need to look at it.’”

Lobbyists hope election whets political appetites for local control of the river

Federal fi sh pushSaving the heritage Cowichan River‘s

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“In a move designed to urge the Conservatives to reverse reckless changes to the Navigable Waters Pro-tection Act,” a release from Cowichan’s NDP MP Jean Crowder says, “the NDP has launched a campaign to restore protection to all of Canada’s lakes and rivers, starting with the Canadian Heri-tage Rivers, by introducing 10 private members’ bills.

“British Columbia’s Cowichan River is one of Canada’s Heritage Rivers but thanks to the Conservatives, the Cowichan will no longer be protected.

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come forward with a story of animal cruelty like the one on our front page Wednesday there is no excuse for waiting.

An animal may be at risk and could continue to be at risk if left in the care of the suspect. What is wrong with keeping the animal in public care while an investi-gation can occur?

A suspect’s right to own a pet should not supersede the animal’s welfare.

Seeing both sides of: dog seizures in suspected crueltyThe case againstWhat if there has been a misunder-

standing? What if the way the incident was reported was exaggerated, or lack-ing a few important details?

Shouldn’t the lack of apparent injury be a factor? Should the authorities be able to seize your property on the word of a few strangers?

There is a reason due process exists.As disgusting as Wednesday’s story

was, it needs to be followed.Chris Davies’ story of his encounter with a man beating a dog sparked a fi restorm of outrage from NLP readers.

Jay SiskaNews Leader Pictorial

There are good ideas, and then there’s bad ideas.

Jumping out of an airplane at 10,000 feet with no parachute? Bad idea. Climbing a ridiculously

tricky rock face with no rope? Yeah, that’s probably a bad idea. Cleaning a loaded gun?

I think we’re all on the same page here.South Island Aggregates’ plan to accept

contaminated soil in an engineered � ll site at its Stebbings Road quarry? That’s a (exple-tive here) bad idea.

I wasn’t even going to write about this, be-cause I thought — and still think — it’s the most no-brainer of no-brainers. Contami-nated soil + aquifer + watershed = stupidity.

Why write about it? What more can you bring to the table?

Don’t get me wrong, I believe in engineer-ing — my dad is a retired civil engineer. And

I worked with him for many years. I believe in planning. I believe in building what’s been planned. I’m also very sure the Fukushima nuclear plant was engineered to the hilt. All it took was one earthquake.

That’s the danger of pounding all of Victo-ria’s nastiness into where we live: an accident happens — and good night nurse.

Cleaning up one community’s unregulated past shouldn’t directly impact another com-munity’s future — no matter how well it’s been engineered.

It’s not like Shawnigan is going to receive a monstrous � nancial windfall whereby locals might be willing to trade the threat to their water supply for improvements and ameni-ties up the hoop. No, this proposal bene� ts no one but SIA. At our peril.

Would any one of us be willing to trade curb, gutter, sidewalks, whatever, for a ticking time-bomb at our headwaters? I think not.

The fact that I’m writing this, really, is unbelievable to me.

As a junior reporter a long time ago, I got to go on a CRD water junket up to the Sooke reservoir. That place has security and a checkpoint you go through, so no one can make their way up there, and take a swim, or poison a city’s water supply.

We don’t have that here. “How would you feel if the tables were

turned?” is a trite argument that usually demonstrates a complete lack of education on the subject when it comes to the debate. In this case, and this case only, I will go there.

I’ve got a great idea. We’ll create an engi-neered � ll site that takes soil contaminated with who knows what. Yes, truck drivers will have to go through a security check-point before they go up into the Sooke watershed, but that’ll be OK, because it’s been engineered and thus is totally safe. Don’t worry about it.

That’s pretty much the most unlikely sce-nario ever to happen on the south island.

So why are we here even discussing this?

I speci� cally chose not to tackle this subject in previous columns, because how many times can you say, “no,” or, “bad idea,” or whatever?

To boot, there’s only so many curse words News Leader Pictorial editor extraordinaire, John McKinley, will let me get away with in a single column.

A lot of people have been asking me my opinion on this proposal, because I haven’t said anything since I wrote about the vandal-ism — if you can call it that — back in June of last year.

For the record: (expletive) bad idea.Jay Siska writes monthly in the News Leader Pictorial. Reach him at [email protected].

Only the censors can tell you what I think of dirty dirt

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Reaction to the school plan is oddly quietSchool District 79: community seems resigned to some form of restructuring

Nobody in Cowichan actually thinks closing schools is a good thing.

And there are plenty of people upset about how the Cowichan Valley School District restructur-ing plan may affect their families and their lives.

But we are somewhat surprised to report the community reaction to trustee Mike McKay’s plan to radically transform

the way district students are organized could probably be best described as dull resignation.

The mood is much like what one sees in a � nancially struggling company: everyone seems to be trying to quietly go about their business, fearful of the sword hanging over their heads, de-pressed about that reality, reluctantly aware something has to give, and regretfully hopeful the aftermath may

actually spell the dawning of better times.Where are the rallies? The marches through downtown? The

angry letter writing campaigns? The tearful children staring doe-eyed into the TV cameras.

Don’t get us wrong. There is plenty of chatter among school district employees and within individual school communities.

But that chatter can best be described as muted and internal.We thought there would be more public anger, more “over-my-dead-body.”

That may still happen Tuesday night during the � nal public feedback session, or in the aftermath of May 15 when McKay will tell us what option he ultimately chose.

But, to this point, the amount of community outrage about this has been reminiscent of the outrage that followed the dismissal of our school trustees.

That is, surprisingly small.

We say:Widespread public outrage not apparent in Cowichan


YOUR TURN “Yes because they all lie when they get in. Now, you

vote for someone who isn’t necessarily in power. With independents, you vote for their ideas, not a party’s.”

Sonia Guay, Duncan

Should political parties be banned?

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

“It would stop a lot of the fi ghting. Everyone has dif-ferent views, but it’s almost like a battlefi eld now.”

Jacob Baggott, Duncan

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North Cowichan has odd approach to environmental responsibilityDear editor

Does anyone else notice the odd actions of North Cowichan?

They put in place that fatuous eco tax so that, on the taxpayers’ dime, they can claim perfect greenness. At the same time, they do things like:

• Plan to pave over part of Somenos Marsh, a vital carbon sink, for a new police facility;.

• Support a karting group’s plan to spew carbon in the name of recreation;

• Expand its of� ces in the middle of nowhere, increasing emissions for just about everyone.

If North Cowichan is truly concerned about its climate change policies, it had bet-ter get its act together.Mark KiemeleChemainus

Demise of party politics is long overdueDear editor

Congratulations on your April 19 Our take on the waste of party politics. For many years I observed the lack of democracy, the political vindictiveness and the narrow mindedness connected to party politics. The system is a competition of monocultures, emotionally driven by earless devotees, and easily led recruits, for the promise of minor patronage.

Diverse public thinking seems to be the condition most feared by the politicians righteously ramming simplistic lobbyist points of view down the throats of Cana-dian citizens. It is easy to do since the young don’t know the difference and the old have accepted the system as indelible, representing inherent human foibles.

Since we now technically have the ability to have direct voting for independents and have the independents choose a democratic leader, it is time to get closer to a democratic system. This generation should be given the opportunity to access real information and vote their conscience easily from their hand-held device. Elections no longer need to be expensive and should provide easier access by people other than careerist politicians, the majority of whom are lawyers.

Parliament has become a prop to frustrate

communication, by protecting lobbyists, mo-nopolies, cronyism, and rigid managerialism. Political science has contributed no science at all and continues to live like a senator hav-ing his pay electronically deposited while he relaxes in his back yard.

There is real potential for an improved system. Thank you for making such valid, long overdue, observations.John Keith-KingCowichan Station

Tax takers need to learn when to say ‘no’Dear editor

I support Bill Dumont’s letter about CVRD spending completely. When public sector jobs are so far out of reach with the general public, it really isn’t fair. I was so happy to see North Cowichan Councillor Jen Woike � nally stand up and vote against a tax increase. Ruth Hartmann’s comments were embarrassing. Go ahead and move, instead of understanding and trying to help? We can’t keep going with taxpayer money because if people do start to move, then what? My taxes went from $1,100 in the city of Duncan with a $325,000 house to $4,500 for $563,000 house. It’s doesn’t work. When do we say “No, we have to save for a year?”

I walked into North Cowichan municipal hall the other day and noticed a massive unused main building, yet we change laws and borrow more for an addition. What are we teaching our kids? To save? No, just go borrow more. Our provincial debt levels have risen every year since I was a kid (I’m 39 years old). When does it stop? When we become Greece? It saddens me only a few of

our local politicians seem to want to lower taxes for a change. Kudos to Jen for � nally standing up. I also don’t think it’s a coinci-dence Jen’s family runs a successful private business. Like the rest of us, she understands that if you don’t have the money, you don’t do it.Jason Adelborg, Duncancomments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com

Public pressure defi nitely can infl uence SIA decisionDear editor

So the SIA soil dump is not subject to politics and public opinion? That remains to be seen. We have entered an election season to choose a new government. Terry Lake is a politician who may, or may not (hopefully will not) be re-elected.The Ministry of the Environment is a branch of our govern-ment and Hubert Bunce is a functionary. A growing body of scienti� c evidence puts the one scienti� c study provided by SIA into question.

Having worked for the government for 20 years, I can tell you with complete con� -dence public policy is swayed by politics and public opinion, as the elimination of the HST so forcefully illustrates, and closer to home the rejection of the recycling depot.Sally Daviescomments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com

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So much wrong with refi nery planIn my opinion: Much risk, little return

With all due respect to Jim Shepard, who has obviously risen to some of the highest positions within the corporate world, his opinion regarding an

oil re� nery in Kitimat, and its perceived bene� ts for everyone, is very sadly without merit.

Only someone who has dedicated their life to jobs and investment at the expense of our envi-ronment could possibly consider this project to have any realistic and positive impacts.

There are a number of important reasons most British Columbians do not want raw bitumen piped to the West Coast — re� nery or not — then tankered to the Far East.

Anyone actually paying attention knows these points, but I will highlight a few brie� y.

A re� nery in Kitimat will still necessitate a pipeline from Alberta to the West Coast. This means it will go across or over nearly 800 rivers and streams, many of which are very heavily depended upon by First Nations, wilderness out� tters, ecotourism groups, and others, for their livelihood.

Some would suggest using trucks or trains to transport this viscous, highly toxic tar. Ask the companies who are “developing” the tar sands and see what they think. They want a continu-ous 24/7 exporting regimen.

While the re� ned products from the re� nery may well be less hazardous than the dilbit (diluted bitumen), should the inevitable spill occur, the devastation will still be horrendous. And if this occurs during one of the powerful winter or spring storms, there will be no way to even start the clean-up before the damage is done. The Exxon Valdez released more than 20% of its cargo in only six hours.

Of course, these petroleum-based companies want us to accept that they will have a “world class” clean-up system in place. But the term “world class” has no meaning!

And should the pipeline break in the fairly underpopulated rugged wilds of northwest (central) B.C., especially in winter, no crew, even with a helicopter, will be able to access the area in any reasonable time to assess the spill and then initiate a clean-up.

I wish the press would stop giving this insane idea any time in print. I even hesitated to respond as it just keeps this proposal alive. But, given that Mr. Black owns the papers that are printing Mr. Shepard’s opinion piece, it is not surprising.

In an ideal world, we would stop the tar sands project immediately, but that is obvi-ously unrealistic. We do need to greatly slow this out-of-control and accelerating destruction of our environment and, ultimately, the world’s air and water.

The � nishing statement from Mr. Shepard should be the nail in the cof� n for this discus-sion. It would be “... an attractive way to invest billions of shareholder capital.”

So exactly who bene� ts? It won’t be, much to the constant promotions of the industry, you and me. It will be the “investors.”

We all need to keep the Cree proverb in mind:“Only when the last tree has died and the

last river been poisoned and the last � sh been caught will we realize we cannot eat money.”Greg Shea is a Lake Cowichan resident.

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1963: housesA $15,000 house being built by G.

G. Flater on Hemlock Street and a $2,000 alteration by John C. Swee-ney, McKinstry Street, were the two major items in the building permits total of $15,000 issued by the city that month.DATELINE: COWICHAN

1963: fi shAt the annual meeting of Cowichan

Bay Salmon Club held in the Green-haven downstairs banquet room, the Anderson trophy for a boy 16 years and under catching the largest coho on a fl y went to Jerry Jaggers, Dun-can whose fi sh weighed 14 lb. 3 oz.

1963: attacksIn dog attacks on sheep, E. Soumi-

nin of Wicks Road reported that two German shepherds killed a spring lambs. Meanwhile, fi ve ewes and seven lambs were killed by maraud-ing dogs on the Tom Cleugh property on Bell-McKinnon Road.by Ann Andersen

Pictures of the Past A big crowd gathers to say farewell as the Canadian Scottish Regiment departs from Duncan train station (ca. 1940-1944); the Commercial Hotel is

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courtesy Cowichan Valley Museum and Archives

Taking a new approach to entering DuncanDateline 1963: Overpass planned at CairnsmoreAnn AndersenNews Leader Pictorial

A few years ago, a � ight of steps was installed to connect the east end of Cairnsmore with Canada Avenue. But in April 1963, Duncan city council was considering a mammoth project at the site.

A proposed overpass at the foot of an extended Cairnsmore Street would become the new approach to the city from the north and would eliminate the level crossing at the bottom of Sherman Road. Project cost: $350,000.

“The present Sherman Road crossing is awkward from all directions,” wrote city consulting engineer Russell E. Potter. “...Sherman Road is itself unsuitable for a main road to Cowichan Lake.” This meant the Sherman Road crossing could be eliminated and an overhead crossing of the railway would be established by the new overpass, he explained.

The city would be eligible for a grant of up to 80% of the cost from the Grade Crossing Elimination Fund, Potter said. Another 5% would come from the railway and the remaining 15 per cent from the city.

We know nothing came of this. Improvements were the subsequent Highway 18 to Lake Cowichan, and much later, a roundabout at the bottom of Sherman Road and the steps to Canada Avenue from Cairnsmore.

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North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP are warning of a fraudulent offer to be a mystery shopper

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Stuart pointed out the company offered the resident a job as a

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“The job entailed making substantial purchases through Moneygram or Western Union and sending the money to a third party,’’ Stuart explained.

The resident was instructed to complete the transactions and keep the remaining money.

A detailed reporting sheet ac-companied the letter that was to be faxed upon completion, adding to the appearance of legitimacy to the request.

Before making any purchases, the complainant took the cheque to their banking institution where it was confirmed the cheque was not legitimate. The person did not lose any money and reported the

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The News Leader Pictorial received notification of another similar scam, with a cheque issued by EcoLab of Mississauga, Ont., with instructions for Moneygram or Western Union to be used as a receiving agent.

“If you receive unsolicited money in the mail or a cheque in excess of the amount of a sale, be wary,’’ Stuart warns. “It is good to remember the old adage. If it is too good to be true, it probably is.’’

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The community is banding to-gether to help a young valley resident who’s just undergone her second surgery for brain cancer in the past four years.

Eeva Hakala, who turns 27 in June, was first diagnosed with brain cancer in June 2009. She recently had another seizure and two more growths were found in her brain, according to Debbie Smith, who’s friends with Hakala’s mom.

“She was going in to have these re-moved,’’ said Smith.

Smith has organized a fundraising Bottle Drive for Hope for Hakala next Sunday, May 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Cowichan Sportsplex. People can bring their bottles and proceeds will help Hakala with expenses.

“If we can ease the financial burden a little bit, it’s one less thing she doesn’t have to be concerned about,’’ said Smith. “She can focus on healing.

“Who knows what she’s going to need to get through this.’’

A trust fund has also been set up at Island Savings Credit Union, under account No. 2281848, for any cash dona-tions. In addition, bottles can be dropped

off at the Duncan Bottle Depot under Bottles for Eeva.

Smith noted Hakala underwent aggres-sive treatment of radiation and chemo-therapy the last time.

“After recovering from her treatments, she was able to return to work as a licensed practical nurse again,’’ Smith pointed out. “Eeva has been happy to re-port clear findings from her regular MRI studies until recently when she unexpect-edly experienced a seizure.

“She hasn’t been able to work for the last little while.’’

But Smith noted Hakala is a fighter and determined to overcome this latest challenge. Smith is astounded with her attitude.

“I talked to her. She’s chipper and cheerful. Her mother says she’s amazing.’’

Smith stresses Hakala’s positive attitude is a huge step in the right direction.

“You don’t ever want to go to the nega-tive. Whatever you focus on is what you get. Let’s focus on the best-case scenario.’’

Eeva Hakala has a thirst for adventure that just won’t quit despite the hardships of brain cancer.courtesy Debbie Smith

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A potentially deadly in-jury, caused by junk tossed from

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“If you don’t wear a helmet, you could crack your head,” said Priya Dhami, after her French-immersion teacher at Ecole Mill Bay narrowly survived a road mishap

Jan. 20 near the south-end’s Serious Coffee.

Though Robinson was wearing a helmet — cracked from tarmac impact — she suffered head, elbow and knee bruising, plus a broken rib, when catapulted from her ride that hit a chunk of wood thrown from an unsecured load.

She missed a week of school, and that wasn’t cool to her safety-con-scious pupils.

“Maybe you might die,” Jevon Doran said of

the perils of unprotected heads.

Grace Shepherd agreed, pushing load safety, too.

“Always tie your load down; if you don’t, it could flip off and someone could really get hurt.”

Peter W. RuslandGrade 1 Ecole Mill Bay teacher Valerie Robinson with cracked bike helmet, and her students Jevon Doran (left), Benjamin Wools, Ethan Kuhlemeyer, Priya Dhami, Phoebe Killam, Joe Limb, and Grace Shepherd with wood Robinson hit on the road.

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Two fast sound glitches failed to wilt Ballet Vic-toria’s splendid Secret Garden from bloom-ing during Friday’s

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Act two’s Secret Garden may have seemed too brief for some tastes as BV compressed the mel-ancholy tale, with a happy ending, into under an hour.

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Playful in its stunning simplic-ity of motion, the 10-member company made an ice rink of the theatre’s acclaimed sprung maple floor before Malcolm arrived on roller blades.

A brief, muscular duet by Bayne and Destrooper ended this snow-crusted, wonderful waltz danced to Strauss and Chopin.

BV’s offbeat bent toward techni-cal wizardry is alive and well in the island’s premier dance troupe.

Modern ballet rating: 8.5 snow-flakes out of 10.

Andrew LeongColin, the challenged rich kid, is helped to heal by Mary (Andrea Bayne, left), and Martha the maid (Amanda Radetzky) in Ballet Victoria’s The Secret Garden.

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Two fast sound glitches failed to wilt Ballet Vic-toria’s splendid Secret Garden from bloom-ing during Friday’s

Cowichan Theatre return.Choreographer/dancer Paul

Destrooper and his tight troupe of disciplined artists served a 250-some house the high-calibre footwork expected from BV.

Act two’s Secret Garden may have seemed too brief for some tastes as BV compressed the mel-ancholy tale, with a happy ending, into under an hour.

The company’s commitment to quality was evoked as young Mary (pointe-shoe star Andrea Bayne) used uplifting dance to coax challenged rich-kid, Colin (Geoff Malcolm), from his sick bed.

She was ably aided by the ghost of Colin’s mom (sterling work by Bethany Le Corre), merry robin (diminutive dynamo Risa Kobayashi), plus servants Mrs.

Medlock, and Martha (Amanda Radetzky, Christie Wood).

Haydn’s moody piano music was a logical choice for this brood-ing, emotional, abbreviated piece deserving BV’s full weight at a future date.

Secret Garden was the dessert after a short-but-sweet night of memorable balletics, offering three routines in act one.

Perhaps the night’s show stopper arrived in White Waltz, BV’s bril-liant homage to Fredrick Ashton’s 1937 Les Patineurs (The Skaters).

Playful in its stunning simplic-ity of motion, the 10-member company made an ice rink of the theatre’s acclaimed sprung maple floor before Malcolm arrived on roller blades.

A brief, muscular duet by Bayne and Destrooper ended this snow-crusted, wonderful waltz danced to Strauss and Chopin.

BV’s offbeat bent toward techni-cal wizardry is alive and well in the island’s premier dance troupe.

Modern ballet rating: 8.5 snow-flakes out of 10.

Andrew LeongColin, the challenged rich kid, is helped to heal by Mary (Andrea Bayne, left), and Martha the maid (Amanda Radetzky) in Ballet Victoria’s The Secret Garden.

Review: Ballet Victoria’s lat-est offering show’s Vancou-ver Island’s premier dance troupe is alive and well

Smorgasbord of eye candy blooms in Ballet Victoria’s The Secret Garden

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An actor with roots in a small community is taking his � rst run at a show based on a quirky small town shared on a stage in a com-munity with that very same kind

of feel.It makes perfect sense to starring actor Zach-

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formance of a three-night run of Never Shoot a Stampede Queen at the Duncan Garage Showroom starting May 3.

The former Parksville homeboy, who now resides in Vancouver, is pretty pumped about leading this one-man show based on Mark Leiren-Young’s book and directed by T.J. Dawe. It follows rookie reporter (based on Leiren-Young) tackling his � rst post at a small paper in Williams Lake.

Stevenson, who’s become quite accustomed to sporting cool, black-rimmed, coke-bottle glasses in his depiction of the great Buddy Holly for the Chemainus Theatre Festival’s run, is now transitioning roles to a hick-town reporter.

“The crux of the story is it’s really a tale about growing up,” said Stevenson, 32. “He’s fresh out of university, in his early 20s, and he think he knows everything. He’s got it all � gured out and he’s going to do some real damage in his � rst real job.

“It’s a comedy and it’s really quite funny ac-tually,” said Stevenson, noting the name of the solo show is based on one of many debacles the reporter � nds himself in, particularly one where he isassigned to shoot the town’s batch of Stampede Queen contestants, very much like Lake Cowichan’s Lady of the Lake contest.

“Williams Lake is known for their Stampede Queens,” explained Stevenson. “The girls all there aspire to be the queen. And it’s kind of

like a joke on him when he’s assigned to shoot photos of all the girls and do pro� les. It’s one of the many situations he � nds himself in where he’s not quite understanding the culture.”

Stampede Queen may have its share of comical points, but the story also takes a more serious turn.

“It’s a comedy, but it does run deeper than that,” said Stevenson. “He sort of grows up a little. When he does eventually make his way back to Vancouver, he’s really become a bigger person.”

That rings bells for Stevenson.“I grew up in Parksville, so I’m a small-town

kind of guy,” he said. “I live in Vancouver now and I’ve lived in Toronto as well. But I will always prefer living in a small town. That’s my eventual goal, to move back to the Island.”

The Duncan Garage Showroom couldn’t have been a better � t for Stampede Queen.

“Zachary is a rock star on Vancouver Island. I mean, he’s a rock star everywhere,” said Lei-ren-Young in an email. “He’s just coming off a sold out run of Buddy Holly in Chemainus, so when this came up it was pretty much perfect.

“This gives Zachary the chance to run the show before it arrives in Vancouver, but the goal of this show is to tour, a lot, especially in B.C. So we’re hoping to bring the show back to Vancouver Island again soon. We’d love to bring it in for a run in Chemainus, Duncan, Victoria, one-nighters all over the island.

“This is a show about discovering rural B.C. and we all think it’s really going to hit a very special chord outside of the big cities.”

Stevenson, an accomplished singer, song-writer, actor and multi-instrumentalist, has been skyping with Vancouver-based writer/performer and � lm-maker Leiren-Young on sounding out Stampede’s script.

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intentions,

voices, meanings were right. The physical stuff comes a little bit later on.”

Stevenson, Leiren-Young and Dawe, all Vancouver-based boys, make for a dream team, or “a force not to be reckoned with,” all having very different but at the same time similar backgrounds.

Stevenson has also starred in Urinetown, Assassins, Hair, Hanks Williams: The Show He Never Gave, and The Ballad of Phil Ochs.

Dawes is known on the scene for play Tooth-paste & Cigars (co-written with Mike Rinaldi) which has recently wrapped shooting as a feature � lm titled The F Word, starring Harry Potter sensation Daniel Radcliffe.

He also directed and co-created The One Man Star Wars Trilogy and One Man Lord of the Rings with Charlie Ross, both of which have been touring the world since they debuted in 2002 and 2004.

Leiren-Young isn’t shy of credits either.His resume includes plays Easy Money and

The Year in Revue, as well as Shylock, which has been staged all over North America.

Your ticketWhat: Never Shoot a Stampede QueenWhen: May 3,4, 5, nightly at 8 p.m.Where: Duncan Garage ShowroomTickets: $18 advance $15 door

David CooperZachary Stevenson steps away from his recent stint as Chemainus Theatre’s Buddy Holly to star in Never Shoot a Stampede Queen

Growing up: Buddy Holly drops his glasses for a rural reporter’s fedora

Stampede Queen targets the culture of small town B.C.ON STAGE

A new Hoe to row into downtown DuncanTongue-in-cheek torch songs and taste for Missis-

sippi barbecue shacks?If this sounds like your idea of good time, you may

want to dig in with JP Hoe.The witty Winnipeg-raised singer/songwriter

brings his catchy melodies and clever lyrics to Duncan on Saturday.

“I defy anyone to see JP Hoe in concert and not

become an immediate and steadfast fan. He is the real deal — talented, charming, charismatic,” Heather Moore, producer for the National Arts Centre Prairie Scene said.

“He writes songs that stick in your head as much for the enduring melodies as for his thoughtful lyrics — from witty pop songs to achingly evocative ballads. J.P. just never disappoints.”

Hoe’s PR material describes his latest work, 2012’s Mannequin, as tight, focused and confi dent.

“It explores the different sizes and shapes of adult alternative pop, similar to a window dresser experi-menting with his mannequins in the storefront.

He plays the Duncan Garage Showroom starting at 8 p.m. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Call 250-748-7246 for information.

Tuesday, July 9 7:30 pmAll tickets: $77 (includes taxes)

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FridayA World of Music: Geoff Hor-

rocks, Trish Clair, Kevin Robin-son. In the Chapel, Providence Farm, 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.) Tickets: CFG Mem-bers $10, non-members $20. To reserve tickets, please call 250-748-3975

Maple Bay Elementary Spring Market: a Maple Bay PAC fun-draiser, 6 to 9 p.m. 1500 Don-nay Dr, Maple Bay Elementary School Gym

Spaceport Union at the Duncan Garage Showroom: Art rock, 8 p.m. $15 at the door, $12, 330 Duncan St

Delicious Lies: A fl urry of spoof, goof and loads of well-meaning untruth at Chemainus Theatre Festival 250-246-9820 www.chemaninustheatre.ca

Beverley McKeen: local singer/songwriter performs at the Cow Bay Pub 6 to 10 p.m.

SaturdaySt. Ann’s Garden Club Plant

Sale and Farm Garage Sale: 9 a.m to 3 p.m. at Providence Farm. All proceeds support programming for adults and seniors with developmental, intellectual, mental health and age related illnesses

Insights & Inspiration with Elizabeth May: An hour of Elizabeth’s perspectives and questions from the public, 2 p.m. at St. John’s Anglican Church Hall

Brenda’s Brats Songs of War & Peace: at 2 p.m. and 7p.m. in Pioneer Square Mall in Mill

Bay. $15 admission includes refreshments and admission to Art Show. Advance tickets only at Valley Vines to Wines in Mill Bay centre or call 250-710-2392 or email [email protected]

Cowichan Theatre presents LIVE at the Metropolitan Opera Handel’s Giulio Cesare: at 9 a.m. Tickets: Adult: $26, Se-

nior: $24, Student: $22, Child: $15.50, eyeGO: $5

SundayQuamichan Lake Fishing

Derby: Registration is $5 per person on the day at Art Mann Park, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Weigh-in is at 1:30 p.m. Also seeking donations for prizes

and volunteers. Phone at 250-746-0227 or email [email protected].

Jazz at the Crofton Hotel Pub: The Belmont Avenue Trio, 1534 Joan Ave. from 2 to 5 p.m. Cover: $10. Information: 250-324-2245

Kids Dress Rehearsal at the Duncan Garage Showroom:

Open mike for youth, 1 p.m. by donation, 330 Duncan St

Monday

Volunteer Cowichan All Candidates Breakfast Debate: at the Oceanfront Hotel, 8 to 10:30 a.m.

Simon Walls at the Duncan

Garage Showroom: Singer/songwriter, 8 p.m. $12 at the door, $10 advance, 330 Duncan St

Peter W. Rusland Artist Dawnda Joseph weaves a traditional cedar hat dur-ing the Cowichan Aboriginal Art & Film festival at Duncan’s Qu’wutsun’ Cultural Centre.

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Zena Sara Reilly(September 20, 1926 – April 13, 2013)

”While there is life, there is hope”

Born September 20, 1926 in Winnipeg, Manitoba and passed away peacefully at home on April 13, 2013 in the loving arms of her children Sharen Dawson and Bob Reilly. She will be greatly missed by all the family, daughter-in-law Laurie, son-in-law Gary, and sisters Mary and Natalie, and sister-in-law Grace, grandchildren Nathan (Melissa) Nick (Michelle), Paige (Dan), Matt and great-grand-daughter, Sage and nephew Richard (April) and many other extended family throughout Canada,

New Zealand, England and Scotland.Zena went to Cecil Rhodes High School in Winnipeg, Manitoba and graduated

in 1943. She entered the Manitoba School of Nursing a year later and graduated with honors in 1947, earning a degree in psychiatric nursing. She was also trained in maternity at the Winnipeg General Hospital. She met the love of her life, James Alexander Reilly at a dance in Portage la Prairie and they were married for 61 memorable years. During Zena’s many years in Chemainus, she worked at the hospital and volunteered for many organizations and charities including the Mental Health Association, The Red Cross, BC Cancer Agency, Hospital Auxiliary, Thrift Shop, and Chemainus Theatre.

She was the light of our lives, a mother, wife, grandmother, sister and aunt who taught us by example what it means to live a hope-driven life of love and service to others and devotion to family.

The family would like to give special thanks to her doctors, all the community caregivers and many friends and neighbours who have been so supportive and kind.

A celebration of her life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion Hall in Chemainus on Sunday, May 5 from 1:00-4:00 pm.

LOUGHRIDGE Garry LyleAugust 5, 1944 - April 18, 2013

Loughridge, Garry - “Papa” - It is with a sad and heavy heart that we must tell family and friends of the passing of Garry Lyle Loughridge, on April 18th, 2013 from complications arising from lung cancer. Garry was born in Victoria, British Columbia to Charles and Audrey Loughridge. Garry will be greatly missed by Connie, his loving and devoted wife of 48 years; daughters Sharlene Lang (Dan), and Shelley; sister, Gail (Jim) and brother, Alan (Lorna), and his loving grand children whom called him “Papa”, Shay, Charlie, Parker, Travis and Carson.Garry worked at what he loved, driving trucks for 30 years for Doman Transport, which later became Trans-Isle Freightway’s. After moving from Victoria to Cobble Hill in 2001, Garry joined the Vancouver Island Chapter of the American Truck Historical Society (ATHS), which became a passion for him. In 2008 he became the President of ATHS, serving for 5 years before giving up his post as President in December 2012. Another of Garry’s passions was his love of “puttering”. He would always have many projects that involved building and creating. These projects always kept him busy in his shop or in the yard and he always went about these projects with a grin on his face.Garry’s first love was his family. Connie, his wife, was his best friend and soul mate. In 1999, Garry and Connie began to raise their granddaughters, Shay and Charlie. “Papa,” to them was their grandfather, but became a father figure in their life. Garry was always a role model to his older grandsons, Parker and Travis. “Papa,” was always there for advice and any guidance they wanted or ever needed in their lives. The boys, Parker and Travis, always wanted to be like Papa. Carson, the youngest grandson, kept Papa entertained with his many stories and Carson always wanted to be helpful in any way he could be in Papa’s shop.During the past 2 1/2 years, Garry’s health declined, but Garry exuded positive strength. He made his family and friends believe, as he did, that everything was going to be okay. Everyone Garry came in contact with was touched by his strength and spirit. A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, April 28th 2013 from 1:30 to 4:00 at the Oceanfront Suites at Cowichan Bay, 1681 Cowichan Bay Road, Cowichan Bay B.C. Flowers are declined with gratitude. In lieu of flowers, if so wished, donations can be made to the Coronary Care Unit at the Royal Jubilee Hospital. Please send donations to: ‘Garry Loughridge’s Memory’ - 1952 Bay Street, 3rd floor DNT Building , Coronary Care Unit, Royal Jubilee Hospital, Victoria BC, V8R 1J8.

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ALFORD, Olive (Ollie) LucilleJune 24, 1911 – April 11, 2013

Our dear mother Olive passed away peacefully early Thursday morning, April 11, 2013 at the age of 101 in Duncan, BC.

Predeceased by her husband Albert in 1980, her only daughter Marjorie Rusk in 2002, her father Harry Walker in 1935, her mother Anna in 1990, her three brothers Orra (Sonny), Duane, Kenneth and three sisters Kathryn LaCha-

pelle, Ruth Wanless, Berenice Robinson.Olive is survived and mourned by her two sons, Albert

(Susan), Lake Cowichan, B.C., and Ray (Nora), Calgary, AB., her sister Lois Pinet, Canmore, AB. Greatly missed by grandchildren; Douglas (Turea) , Lubbock, TX, John, Calgary, Michael (Kari) Christopher Lake, SK., Timothy (Jennifer), Lake Cowichan, Kristopher (Alyssen), Cobble Hill, Sherry (Dan) Bourque ,Calgary, Melanie (Rod) Frank, Calgary, Jeffrey (Megan) Justason, Calgary, as well as 15 great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, and friends.

The family would like to thank Westshore Lodge and Mt. St. Mary’s Care homes in Victoria for their care of Mom, and special thanks to the wonderful, caring staff of Butter-cup House at the Arbors Extended Care at Sunridge Place in Duncan, B.C. where Olive lived for the last four years. A special thank you to her good friends Madeline, Erma and Joan of Victoria, who were very good to her following our Dad, Albert’s, demise.

In lieu of flowers, please feel free to donate to the charity of your choice. A Remembrance Celebration of Life will be held in the Lounge, 2nd floor, the Arbors, Sunridge Place, 361 Bundock St., Duncan, B.C. on Friday, May 24, 2013

at 2 p.m. A memorial service will be held in Alberta sometime in July, 2013.

JOHNSTON, Kenneth Franklin (Ken)Born March 28, 1941 in Victoria, B.C.. Passed away April 11, 2013 at home. Just celebrated his 72nd Birthday.Survived by wife Marion & children Mark (Joyce), John (Simone), Lisa (Dana) and 6 grandchildren, the highlights of his life - Chayse, Faithe, Taylor, Morgan, Brittany & Shenae and other lil treasures; sisters - Michelle & Sharee (Les) and special brother - James (Nadine); Nieces and nephews - Barb, Michael, Chantelle, Maggie, Erin,

James, Colleen, Nieves, Sam, Bridget, Samantha, Sara with Austen.Predeceased by mother, Margaret and stepfather Mel McConnell. Dad, Ken and wife Bertha Johnston; brother David, sisters Ciel & Teri.Grew up mainly in Northern Manitoba following CN Rail locations - Gilliam, The Pas, then Regina, Sask.Joined Army in Calgary, Alta. Proudly a member of the Queen’s Own Rifles that later became the “Princess Pats” (P.P.C.L.I.) Had 3 year tour of duty in Germany and 2 (bmo) Peace Keeping Tours in Cypress.After meeting and marrying student nurse, Marion, remained in Victoria til moving to Mill Bay, BC in 1973, onto a Hobby Farm. Main interest and passion was running his backhoe and excavator under AK&M Excavation. He loved digging holes and filling them in. Spent many good times with Jack and Jane and ol’ crew at Black Swan - playing darts, pool, crib, or just hassling the pool players. Curled on the “Hangover League”. For years, he had weekly Saturday afternoon crib date with special friend. Also had lifelong military friends which were always remembered with pride.Celebration of Life will be held April 29, 2013 at 2 pm, at Christian Reform Church, Duncan, BC (corner of Trunk Rd. & Campbell St)Instead of flowers, consider a donation to the Cowichan Valley Hospice Society.A special thanks to Dr. Reynolds, Home Care & Palliative Care nurses and Dr. Toth.

JUDY KAREN UDESEN31 December 1948 – 22 April 2013 We want to let the world know that our Judy Karen has joined her mother, Mariane Mann, and step-father, Art Mann, after an unexpected illness. She leaves behind her brother Peter Udesen (Nancy); and six sisters – Pauline Klassen; Olive Mann; Rosemary Mann (Nedjo Rogers); Megan Maitland (Gary); Nora Whyte (Andy); Cathryn Parker; and many nieces and nephews. Judy will be deeply missed by her Campbell House family, including resident friends and staff. Judy was a connosieur of good food, particularly the Frugal Burgers in Hawaii; steak and prawns on the California cruise; & fish and chips at the Rock Cod Café in Cowichan Bay. A pot of Red Rose tea was her beverage of choice at any time of the day, although she had discovered that beer was definitely to her liking as well. Her favourite colour was purple, with yellow creeping into her colour pallet recently. She loved seeing the Rolling Stones in concert and recently, Paul McCartney in concert. Judy was a breast cancer survivor who knew how to ‘live life’. Judy has lived at Glendale, Skeleem, Bevan Lodge, and Campbell House on Vancouver Island. A celebration of Judy’s life will take place at the Duncan United Church (246 Ingram Street, Duncan, BC) at 1:30 pm, Monday, 29 April 2013 followed by a reception.We send a special thank you to the Duncan United Church Parish Nurse, Cathy Coulter; and to the caring staff at the Cowichan District Hospital ICU and Palliative wards in Duncan, BC. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the Clements Centre Society for Campbell House or the charity of your choice.

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NELSON, Elvira TresaJuly 17, 1920 – April 14, 2013

Bonjourno! It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Elvira Tresa Nelson (Sirianni) who passed away peacefully on April 14, 2013 in Victoria, BC. Predeceased by her husband of 65 years Robert “Bob” Nelson, son Douglas, and her 14 siblings. Survived by her sons Don (Theresa), Stan (Sharon) and her grandchildren, Anthony (Wendy), Aaron (Jaimee), Andrew (Tracy), Louise (Scott), David (Kelly) including 9 great-grandchildren. She will be remembered for her vibrant sense of humour, her love for life and family. Momma Vera had many challenges in her last 3 years of life. She faced these with dignity and courage. Her strength was an inspiration to all who knew her.To Dr. Caroline Stigant and Wendy, no words can express our appreciation for all the warmth, compassion and expertise that you gave to Vera and her family. The family would also like to thank those who attended to Vera at the Duncan and Royal Jubilee Dialysis units, for their care and support throughout her treatments.Vera was a member of the Royal Jubilee Hospital Auxiliary, the family sends warm hugs to all the ladies in the craft circle. All of you were a great support when she lost Bob. A special thank you to Lena Thomson, you were a true friend to Vera.Flowers gratefully declined, donations may be made to the Victoria Kidney Foundation.As our Mother would say “Arrivederci per ora. Fino a quando ci incontriamo di nuovo”Amore Elvira

Mavis DeslauriersMay 13, 1930-April 26, 2007

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WIGHT, Frank

Frank passed peacefully at home on March 27th, 2013 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Scotland May 25th, 1926, he immigrated to Canada in 1956. Frank was a professional forester and had planted over 1 million trees in his career, retiring in 1989. Predeceased by his loving wife of 51 years Margaret, three brothers, Matt, Jack, and William. Lovingly remembered by sons Jim, Iain, Innes & daughters in law Pam and Sandy; daughter Ailsa; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; favourite nephews Gordon and Hamish Wight; and loving partner for the last eight

years, Margaret Esson. Frank was an amazing piper and had taught hundreds of students. He was a Highland Games caber tossing champion and lifetime member of the Royal Canadian Legion. Frank was a decorated WWII veteran with the Scottish Black Watch Royal Highlanders. He served valiantly in the European theater and post war in Greece. Rest in Peace Dad, we will miss you so, daonnan ar laoch. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Frank may be made to the Red Cross. Services at Mountain View Cemetery in Duncan on April 28th, 2013 @ 10:00 am. Celebration of life to follow at H.W. WALLACE CREMATION and BURIAL CENTRE, 5285 Polkey Road, Duncan, BC. From 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Online condolences may be offered at www.hwwallacecbc.com

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Robert Alan Greer “Bob”Sept. 08 1940 – Apr. 12 2013

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of a dear father, grandfather, uncle and husband of Helen.Bob is survived by his 4 children, granddaughter, step children and great-grandchildren.Born in Regina SK, Bob spent his early years as a long haul trucker. Moving to Duncan BC in 2001 to retire, Bob met his soul mate Helen in 2006. They spent 7 happy, fun and adventurous years travelling to visit, family, friends, and wintering in Arizona.Bob will be remembered for his dry wit, and his helping hand to all who knew him. He will be sorely missed by Helen as he was the partner she had always dreamed of, always taking care of her. Please join Helen and family at the Celebration of Bobs life on Saturday, April 27, 2013 @ 2:00 pm at the clubhouse in the Silver Park Seniors Mobile Court -2885 Boys Rd. Duncan BC. In lieu of flowers, if you so wish, you may make a donation to a charity of your choosing.

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DUMBLETON, Zona LillianDec. 28, 1921 – April 19, 2013

Zona was predeceased by her first husband Louis Bauer (1980) and second husband Ralph Dumbleton (2009). She is survived by her stepdaughter Carol (John), stepson Grant (Anne) and nieces and nephews in Saskatchewan and friends throughout the world. Zona was born in Isleworth, England. She spent the war years working on the Halifax bombers. After the war she enjoyed working as a hairdresser in London. She emigrated to Canada in 1964, when she married her war time skating partner Louis Bauer. They lived in Swift Current till 1970 when they moved to Duncan. In 1987 she married Ralph Dumbleton. They spent many happy winters in Mesa, Arizona. Zona enjoyed square dancing, music, animals and keeping in touch with her many friends. There will be no service. If you wish, donations may be made to the SPCA or the Vancouver Island Marmot Recovery Foundation.

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EDGAR JOSEPH COLLINMarch 3, 1923 – April 17, 2013

Our beloved husband and father passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Sunridge Place in Duncan BC. He is survived by his wife Rita; daughters Joan (Agnar) Skjelstad and Carmen; sons Gary (Julie) and Mark (Margaret); grandchildren Tammy, Tracy, Heather, Jonathon, Kelly and Joseph; plus 10 great grandchildren; also one brother Bert of Quebec and sister Beatrice of Ottawa.Edgar worked for the CPR for forty one years as a conductor and then retired to Ladysmith in 1983.Funeral Mass was celebrated on Tuesday April 23, 2013 at 1 pm at St. Edward’s Roman Catholic Church in Duncan BC.

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SCHOLZ Gerhard – passed away peacefully at Cairnsmore on FridayApril 19, 2013. Born in Germany on July 15, 1931. Remembered by his loving family: children Al (Cheryl), Lorraine (Ralph) & Roy(Jan), 8 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. Also remembered by the family of the late Mary McFarland.Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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Brian and Verna PayneBrian and Verna Payne are celebrating their 45th

Wedding Anniversary. They were married April 26, 1968 in Duncan. Both born in Duncan, Brian

& Verna (Valleau) met in grade 3 at Duncan Elementary. After a brief crush at a dance in grade 9, they started dating in grade 12. They lived in Duncan for 10 years and had two children. Brian’s work moved them to Ladner

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Start your Health Care Careerin less than a year!Study online or on campus

Nursing Unit Clerk – 6 months - Work in the heart of the hospital

Pharmacy Technician – 8 months - The fi rst CCAPP accredited program in BC

Medical Transcriptionist – 9 months - Work online or in hospitals

Financial Aid available • PCTIA and CCAPP accredited

Is seeking

Line Cooks &

Volunteer Players Assistants

Join the best team in golf and enjoy the many perks!

Please contact Amanda Monks at 250-743-5100 (29) or [email protected] with any inquiries.

The Crofton Hotel is looking for staff for the liquor store, cafe & pub.

Full and part time positions available.Must be over 19 & have Serving It Right.

Fax resumes to 250-748-1850 or call 250-715-7412


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penny donations year round!Please help support our local Cowichan Valley

Charities:4 Food Banks, Wavaw &

The Salvation Army.

We also accept all other denominations as well

as pennies.Our sincere “Thank you”

to all for supporting “Pennies for Presents”You may drop off your

donations to: The News Leader Pictorial,

Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm,

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Before the penny is gone,let’s make them count!

LEGALS

Canadian Parents for FrenchYou are invited to attend

CPF Cowichan Valley ChapterAnnual General Meeting7pm - Wed., May 1, 2013Duncan Elementary, 1033

Nagle Street, DuncanPlease Note: Meetings are in English (no French required)

PERSONALS

Terri G formerly from Free-style Hair Salon Mill Bay. Car-ol with the purple cane from Victoria is looking for you. Please call 250-658-4279

LOST AND FOUND

LOST HERD Rd- silver an-tique watch w/blue stones. Sentimental value. Call (250)748-7664.

LOST: Samsung cell phone, lost inside Safeway by the customer service counter on Sat Apr 6. Reward. If found please call 250-701-2609

LOST: Set of 5 keys on red cord. Lost on April 16th be-ween 1st Street and Super-store. Please call (250) 715-0221 with any information.

The News Leader Pictorial offi ce is holding several sets of “found” keys”, since March 2003. Stop into the offi ce and see if any belong to you. #2-5380 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan, next to Buckerfi elds

TRAVEL

GETAWAYS

LONG BEACH - Ucluelet - Deluxe waterfront cabin,sleeps

6, BBQ. Spring Special. 2 nights $239 or 3 nights $299 Pets Ok. Rick 604-306-0891

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

Earn while you LearnTrillion $ wellness Industry,

Over 600 athletesLow start-up costBe your own bossCall 250-466-4703

DRIVERS/COURIER/TRUCKING

DRIVERS WANTED:Terrifi c career Opportunity with outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects. No Rail Experience Needed!! Skills Needed - Ability to travel 3 months at a time, Valid License w/ air brake endorsement.

Extensive Paid Travel, MealAllowance, 4 weeks Vacation

and Benefi ts Package.Compensation based on prior

driving experience.Apply at www.sperryrail.com

under careers, keyword Driver. DO NOT FILL IN CITY OR STATE

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIP-MENT OPERATOR SCHOOL.NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks.Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options.SignUp Online! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

HELP WANTED

An exciting opportunity for a part-time Level 1 Insurance Agent is available at LCU Insurance Agencies Ltd. This position will be available immediately and is a permanent part-time posi-tion. If you are interested in this opportunity, please sub-mit a cover letter and resume outlining your qualifi -cations and experience by 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 15, 2013 to:

Kim Judson, CHRP Manager,

HR & CommunicationsLadysmith & District

Credit [email protected]

For a full description of the job posting, please see our website www.ldcu.ca

and click on “Careers”

COBBLE HILL Pacifi c Homes-Pacifi c

Trussis looking for a Lead Shipper/Receiver. Un-der direct supervision of the Homes Supervisor, they will be responsible for receiving of building materials, tracking and fi ling of all physical re-ceiving documentation, arranging of shipping and effective expediting of project packaged goods. To apply or for more in-formation email:lorne.winship@pacifi c-homes.com http://pacific-homes.net http://pacifi ctruss.net/No phone calls please!

CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

Pacifi c Energy, a local manufacturer of quality wood, gas and pellet

fi replaces is seeking an experienced CSR.

Do You:*Have a can do attitude*Pick things up quickly*Have strong interpersonal and communications skills*Have good basic computer skills*Enjoy multi tasking

If so, please forward your resume to

Chuck Richardson at Chuck@pacifi cenergy.net

We offer an attractive compensation

package including a comprehensive, company paid benefi ts programme.

Experienced servers needed at the York St. Diner. Please respond in person w/resume to 5847 York Rd. (250) 597-0400

HELP WANTED

Employee required for Friday-Sunday, in the Cobble Hill area. Suited to retired indi-vidual but not excluding oth-ers. (250)701-7990 or fax re-sume to (250)748-8340. Starting immediately

Help Wanted

LADYSMITH PRESS needs physically fi t individuals for their continually expanding collating department. Part time positions available 8 - 16 hrs/wk, $10.34/hr. Afternoon and graveyard shifts - must be available Wednesdays.Benefi ts, profi t sharing and advancement opportunities.Please submit your resume between 9 am and 5 pm in person to: Lady-smith Press, 940 Oyster Bay Drive, Ladysmith, BCor mail to: Ladysmith Press, PO Box 400, Lady-smith, BC V9G 1A3. No phone calls please.

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

MAPLE BAY MARINA New employment

opportunities! Regular F/T & P/T weekend hours available for

Marina Support Staff and Customer Service Associates. Successful

candidates will have exceptional customer

service, strong organizational skills and cash experience. Support staff requires VHF radio

operation and boat related experience. Additional

duties may include building maintenance,

general custodian duties, site work and landscaping.

Market staff requires Food Safe certifi cation- Barista experience an

asset. Email resume to: [email protected]

MATURE PT Sales person re-quired for approx 24 hours/week. Please submit re-sume in person to The Tulip Deli, 21 Kenneth St., Duncan.

Occupational Level 3 First Aid Attendant required for Wednesday night graveyard shift in Ladysmith. This posi-tion would be best suited for a physically fi t person able to work in a production environ-ment. Please submit your resume with a photocopy of your valid First Aid certifi cate to: Ladysmith Press, P.O. Box #400 Ladysmith, B.C. V9G 1A3.

PIONEER HOUSE now hiring FT Line cook, breakfast knowl-edge an asset. Apply with re-sume to Mark or Matt, 4675 TC Hwy, Duncan, B.C. or by email: [email protected]

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

HELP WANTED

PRODUCTION WELDERS

Pacifi c Energy is seeking mig welders for their wood stove

production line. A ticket is not required. We offer a great opportunity to

start your welding career while earning competitive wage rates. The company also offers an excellent

fully company paid benefi ts package.

Please deliver your resume in person or by

E-Mail to the attention of Chuck Richardson at 2975 Allenby Rd, Duncanchuck@pacifi cenergy.net

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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HELP WANTED

P&R WESTERN STAR & FREIGHTLINER TRUCKS

requires qualifi ed Heavy Duty / Commerical Mechanic for our Duncan/Victoria locations. Possession of an Authorized Motor Vehicle Inspection ticket an asset. Excellent wage and benefi t package. E-mail resume: [email protected] or fax to 250-746-8064

THE LEMARE GROUP is ac-cepting resumes for the follow-ing positions:• Coastal Certifi ed Hand Fall-ers-camp positions• Coastal Certifi ed Bull Buck-ers • Chasers• Hooktenders• Hand Buckers• 980 Operator-Dryland sort• Grader Operator• Line Machine Operator• Heavy Duty MechanicsFulltime camp with union rates/benefi ts. Please send re-sumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to offi [email protected].

PROFESSIONAL/MANAGEMENT

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR We are looking for a self-motivated Pro-duction Supervisor for our busy wood post manufacturing and treat-ing facility in Princeton, BC. The successful candidate will be re-sponsible for employee training and development, quality and cost con-trol, production scheduling and safety. The ideal candidate will have a post-secondary degree or diploma in a related fi eld. Minimum of 3-5 years supervisory experience in an industrial production opera-tion, a post mill or wood production facility preferred. Must have a high degree of resourcefulness, fl exibility and adaptability; and the ability to plan, organize, develop and inter-pret programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc. Good leadership skills, and excellent in-terpersonal and communication skills with a proven track record are required. Please email your resume to [email protected]. For fur-ther information about our company visit our website at www.pwppost.com. Only those se-lected for interviews with be con-tacted.

WWORK ANTED

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

PERSONAL SERVICES

COUNSELLING

COUNSELLING and Therapy for individuals, couples, groups. Specialty in Transper-sonal therapy - i.e. growth and transformation; addiction and recovery; depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders. Contact Janine Nowacka (CCC, M.Ed) 250-709-8510

HOLISTIC HEALTH

I’M BACK! New location, new hours, same great massage. Call or text 250-510-1963

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420.

www.pioneerwest.com

PERSONAL SERVICES

FINANCIAL SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

BURIAL PLOTS

2 Burial plots at Cedar Valley Memorial Gardens. Incl. is a bronze plate which covers both plots & the opening & closing of the plots. $5000. (250) 746-5843

FREE ITEMS

FREE: MAHOGANY hollow core interior doors, complete with door knobs/lock sets. Call (250)748-2779.

FUEL/FIREWOOD

Firewood: Clear fi r, full rounds, delivered, you split. $120/cord. 250-715-7079

SEASONED FIR $200 cord. Arbutus is available. Split & delivered, locally. End cuts, $75/load. (250) 510-0412.

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

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

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

BRAND NEW in box Buffalo Dental machine. Never used. $350 obo, bought for $600. Call (778)422-1909 after 6pm.

GENERAL INTERNATIONAL cast iron 1 HP 14” wood Bandsaw, never used, $739 new, sell $500 fi rm. Call (250)749-4780.

HERITAGE PAWN BARGAINS!

Tool SALE 25% Off! Bicy-cles, video games $5, Nike golf clubs, cell phones for Telus, Rogers and Fido, vin-tage Sansui power amp, pressure washers, paint sprayers, ladders, netbooks, 950 W generator.Many more deals in store!430 Whistler. 250-746-9810.heritagepawnbrokers.com

H.O. SCALE Model Train, 4-6-4 Hudson, made by Rivas-si & track. (250)758-5073

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

REAL ESTATE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

MUST SEE FLOAT HOME!

Fully rebuilt, certifi ed, fl oat home for sale. 2 bdrm, 2 storey, 1 1/2 bath, new

decks, rails, soffi t, & fascia. 100% surveyed and

approved by a marine engineer

(documents available)Only $191,600Located at Maple Bay

Marina, by appointment only.info@bcfl oathomeforsale.comwww.bcfl oathomeforsale.com

(250)732-6260

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

NATUZZI leather sofa (brown) with built in recliners (2), exc. cond. $300. ALSO, king size mattress & box spring, like new, $50. (250)733-2866

Terri G formerly from Free-style Hair Salon Mill Bay. Car-ol with the purple cane from Victoria is looking for you. Please call 250-658-4279

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED

CHAINSAWS WANTED: Used Stihl and Husqvarna chainsaws and parts wanted, running or not. Top dollar paid for Stihl 066 saws and parts. 250-748-5427.

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

PIANO APARTMENT sized- “ N o r d h e i n e r - H e i n t z m a n ” comes with bench, $500. Call (250)753-5650.

VIOLINS, one Adult & one child. Also, 3/4 size Cello. Very, very nice condition. Please call (250)701-2035.

BEST DEAL in Lake Cowich-an! 1100sq ft Rancher, 2 bdrms possible 3rd, carport, borders creek. Bright, clean, well built w/recent upgrades. $179,000. Call 250-749-6629 or 250-510-6877.

Comfortable, Cozy 2bdrm, 980sq.ft in 55+ Mobile Park. 6 appli’s, furniture. Lrg vine cov-ered deck, fruit trees, garden space. Reduced to $70,000. Move in! 250-754-6436

Cozy, well kept 2bdrm, 1bath bungalow. Near school & har-bour front. Open dining/living rm w/gas FP. Lrg kitchen & master bdrm. Newer gas fur-nace/HW tank/fridge. Beauti-fully landscaped private yard. Open House Sunday, April 28th, 9-5. 280 View St. Nanai-mo. $225,000. (250)753-7397

CUSTOM HOME on 3 acres in Cedar (potential subdividable). 1650sq.ft. 3bdrm, 2baths, HW fl oors, oak kitchen w/tile fl oor, sun room, greenhouse, pond. 31’x26’ shop, 3pc bath, partial kitchen (potential suite). $525,000. (250)722-2199 or [email protected]

HOUSES FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

ESTATE SALE: Grandma’s condo. 2BR, 2 bath, 5 appl, in-suite laundry. Top fl oor with 2 balconies, South West vista. Great location in a well-run adult bldg. Walk to everything in Duncan. Offers invided on $139,000. 250-743-2174

REAL ESTATE

HOUSES FOR SALE

DUNCAN (Kody Place, 6135 Ryall Rd. Unit 18) 3 bdrm Townhouse, 2 bath, fenced backyard, close to all amenities, near bus stop, $195,000 obo. Please call (250)923-0784.

Incredible 5 acre treed PARK-LIKE PROPERTY

with Well-Maintained Furnished Home - 1500 sq.ft, 3-bdrm,

2 bath. Extremely close to Pristine Cowichan Lake,

in the town of Caycuse. Perfect for recreational

property or full time living. Motivated seller $378,800.

Exceptionally low yearly cost. Not leased land.

Call [email protected]

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSESDamaged House?

Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale?

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

House won’t sell?Can’t make payments?

We will Lease Your House,Make your Payments

and Buy it Later!

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

REAL ESTATE

MORTGAGES

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

$500/MO STARTING- weeklyavailable, many apartment types, furnished, w/common kitchen. All utils, internet in-cluded. FREE local calls, No Credit Checks. Call Motel, 250-748-0661, (Duncan).

AVAIL IMMED. Duncan (In-dustrial area), spacious 1 bdrm + den upper, in suite W/D, F/S, storage. Suits re-sponsible tenant, N/S, N/P, refs req’d, $750. 250-746-7389

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

LADYSMITH 55+ Building, 385 Davis Rd.

Ocean & harbour views 2 Bdrm suite. 250-246-5688

CENTRAL DUNCAN- Lovely 1 BDRM suites in seniorsoriented building, heat includ-ed. NS/NP, $625 mo. Pleasecall Art at 250-746-7241.

CENTRAL LOCATION, Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrms, bal-cony, F/S, heat & hot water,parking, pet considered, $550-$875/mo. Call 250-748-7764.

CHEMAINUS: 55+ Seniorbuilding, 1 bdrm. No pets, Nosmoking. $556 & $535/mo.Avail now. 250-246-4221

Chemainus: Ashley Court. Ground fl r unit, 2 bdrm, 5 ap-pliances. Sm pet ok, avail.now. $775/mo 250-924-6966.

COBBLE HILL- Bright 2 BdrmApartment, 5 appls, NP/NS.Avail June 1. $875 heat/hydroincl’d. Call (250)888-3586.

Meicor PropertiesChemainus: Lockwood Villa.Well kept bldg, ocean view, 1bdrm avail. April 15 & May1st, $625, N/S, 1 sm petwelcome. 55+. 250-246-1033www.meicorproperties.com

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

CARPENTRY

RETIRED CARPENTER wants to do small jobs and in-stallations in your home. Call Jack 250-709-9965

Window WashingGutter Cleaning

Pressure WashingYard Cleaning

Junk Haul awayFree estimates

Larry’s Cleaning (250)701-1362

CLEANING SERVICES

HOUSE CLEANER, $25/hr. I am an experienced, reliable, trustworthy hard worker. Ex-cellent ref’s. (250)538-7862

COMPUTER SERVICES

ABLE COMPUTER REPAIRIn-home service. Seniors’

discount. Nico 250-746-6167

CONTRACTORS

DAVE’S CONSTRUCTIONIt’s renovation time!

30 Years, Licensed & certifi ed Top to BottomBig or small

250-710-5202www.dbmckenzieconstruction.com

DAVID GALE Construction for all your renovation needs. - 26 yr. exp. 250-746-9956 www.davidgaleconstruction.ca

ELECTRICAL

250-743-0326. ELECTRICIAN Licensed and bonded. Rea-sonable rates, free estimates, upgrades & renos. Call Kelly.


FENCING

GARDENING

AFFORDABLE & QUALITYGuaranteed, Pruning,

lawn care maintenance, Spring cleanup

design & installation. Organic Gardening.

Ph. Nazim (250)732-7758Book your lawn

maintenance now! Visit us at

www.nazimgardens.com

DALE’S YARD Maintenance, south Cowichan area. Lawn cutting & yard cleanup, etc. 250-510-1904 250-743-1225

LAWN AND garden landscap-ing and blasted rock. You pick it, you load it, $20/load. Call 250-710-0008, 250-709-4836.

HANDYPERSONS

ALL RUBBISH removal, small renovations, deck work, car-pentry, painting, plumbing, and eves trough cleaning. Seniors discount. Ian 250-743-6776.

JOE’S HANDYMAN SERVICE

30 yr’s ExperienceWe fi x everything

No HST250-748-5062

HAULING AND SALVAGE

Delivery Guy

(250) 597-8335yourdeliveryguy.ca

DELIVERIESHAULING/JUNK REMOVAL

MOVING JOBS WELCOME

Lowest Price Guarantee


HAULING AND SALVAGE

GARBAGE CAN Dan Hauling & Free Scrap Metal Removal Over 250kg 250-508-0679

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Duncan Day Labour Inc.provides a dependable,

hardworking team of labourers with all different types of experience and skills that will meet your needs. Flat hourly rates.

www.duncandaylabour.com(250) 510-2303

FLOORING SALEOver 300 Choices

Lowest Prices Guaranteed!Laminates - $0.59/sq ftEngineered - $1.99 sq ftHardwood - $2.79 sq ft

Overnight Delivery in most of BC!www.kingoffl oors.com1.877.835.6670

TOTAL RENOVATIONSCarpenter will do additions,

Carports, Decks, Siding, Windows, Doors, Flooring,

Painting, Concrete, Roofi ng, Finishing, Plumbing, Fencing

“You Name It”“We Do It”

(250)748-9150

HOUSEHOLD SERVICES

* Gutters * Windows* Siding * Moss treatment

* Pressure washingMill Bay/Duncan250-743-3306

Chemainus/Ladysmith 250-324-3343

LANDSCAPING

PETTER’S YARD Care. 25 yrs exp. Total yard care, pressure washing. Call 250-748-9775.

& MOVING STORAGE

Reliable man with 3/4 ton van & trailer for deliveries or moving and junk removal. Larry (250) 701-1362


PAINTING

PAT THE PAINTER No Job Too Small

25 years experienceSeniors discount

Call 250-246-0248

Small Island Painting

Interior ~ Exterior FREE ESTIMATES.

(250) 667-1189

SUNSET PAINT & RENOVATE

Changing to fresh coloursProfessionally & promptly

with good prices.Interior, Exteriors

Residential Commercialsunsetpainting.ca

Free EstimatesCall Bill or Lore

250-710-8338

PLUMBING

A SERVICE PLUMBER. Li-cence, Insured. Drains, HWT,Reno’s, Repairs. Senior Dis-counts. After Hour Service.Call Coval Plumbing, 250-709-5103.

STUCCO/SIDING

STUCCOAny size job

Free estimates

RICK’SSTUCCOING LTD

250-749-4362

STUCCO - Including small jobs and refacing old stucco.Guaranteed. 250-715-5883.

TREE SERVICES

LIBRA TREE for all your tree care needs. 70’ aerial lift, chip-per. Insured, Certifi ed AboristHazard Tree Assessor, GrantHaynes, (250)748-4449

Service Directory


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

[email protected]

102-2515 Alexander St, Duncan $6001 BR suite w/ 2 apps,coin ldry,ht water incl. 208-2515 Alexander St, Duncan $6501 BR corner unit w/ 2 apps, hot water incl. 6-2516 Alexander St, Duncan $7502 BR suite close to town w/ 4 apps 5803 Banks Rd, Duncan $7752 BR 1.5 bth + den townhouse w/ 2 apps 4-660 Jubilee St, Duncan $7753 BR 1.5 bth townhouse w/2 apps, wood fp 6-660 Jubilee St, Duncan $8003 BR 1.5 bth townhouse w/4 apps, wood fp 3036 Juniper Rd, Chemainus $1000 3 BR home w/ 4 apps, carport, ext storage 6016 Rockridge Rd, Duncan $10952 BR upr suite w/ 5 apps, fp, hydro/gas incl 2195 Tzouhalem Rd, Duncan $1125 3 BR 1.5 bth home w/ 5 apps, gas fp, shed 5209 Hykawy Rd, Duncan $1150 3 BR 2 bth sxs duplex w/ 2 apps, garage 9690 Chemainus Rd, Chemainus $1150 3 BR 2 bth home w/ 2 apps, nat. gas stove 1B-3144 Golab Pl, Duncan $1195 3 BR 1.5 bth townhouse w/ 5 apps, shed 212 4TH Ave Extension, Ladysmith $1195 3 BR + den 2 bth home w/ 5 apps, shed 6662 Chisholm Trail, Duncan $1200 3 BR + den 1.5 bth home w/ 3 apps, shed 1790 Pritchard Rd, Cowichan Bay $1225

332 Methuen St, Ladysmith $1235 4 BR home w/ 5 apps, garage, ocean view 3275 Cook St, Chemainus $1250 3 BR 3 bth sxs duplex w/ 6 apps, den, fp 1648 Grant Rd, Duncan $1350

1-6126 Marsh Rd, Duncan $1495 3 BR 3 bth home w/ 6 apps, 1 car garage 6254 Lower Chippewa Rd, Duncan$1800 4 BR 4 bth home w/ 6 apps, dbl garage, fp

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

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

1 (250)748-90901 (250)748-9090

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

CONDO FOR RENTLarge,immaculate,quiet 2

bedroom condo available in Duncan, bottom fl oor, bright corner unit in an adult orient-

ed 4-plex, wheel chair ac-cessible. Great location!

Within walking distance to shopping & restaurants.

Wood burning fi replace, in-suite washer/dryer, F/S,

dishwasher, lots of storage! Non smoker. No pets.

Available June 1. $850/m. References

required. 250-656-7331

CROFTON- 2 bdrm apt, $750. 5 appls, 2nd fl oor. References required, 1 pet considered. N/S preferred. Call or text 250-709-1379.

DUNCAN- 1 bdrm condo. Bright & clean, main fl oor. Well maintained & quiet building on McKinstry. Large bdrm w/extra storage. Ensuite laundry. Walking distance to shopping & University. 5 appls, N/S. Parking. Near by storage lock-er. May 1 (possibly sooner) $775. Will consider Rent to Own. Start building equity to-day! Call 250-701-0808.

DUNCAN, 2 bdrm Condo, clean & quiet, new laminate fl oors & paint, 5 appls, N/S, no dogs, $800 mo + utils. Call (250)537-2824.

Ladysmith: 1 & 2 bdrm suites from $700/mo incl. heat & hot water, ocean views, sm pets ok. Ask about our incentives. 250-668-9086.

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

DUNCAN: $625 / 1br Apt for rent. This older Apt is above the Mediquip building in Dun-can. It is next to 49th Parallel Grocery Store and less than a block from CDH. Tenant must provide 3 ref., DD and 12 post dated cheques. Water is cov-ered however tenant must reg-ister for Hydro. Lots of stairs in and no W/D hook up. This Apt in not suitable for kids or dogs. Comes with fridge and stove. Call 250 710-4070.

DUNCAN- SPACIOUS 2 bdrm condo, central, 4 appls. N/S, NP. $795. Apr 1. 250-746-1019,250-746-4509, after 6pm

PARKLAND PLACE620 Dobson Road250-748-0496 (Art)

250-748-1978 (Sylvia)

FREE heat, hot water, parking. Low hydro.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.

ALL YOU NEED IN PRINT AND ONLINE www.bcclassifi ed.com

SPRINGRIDGE MANOR Has a new look!

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

Corners & University. Includes heat & hot water.

No pets. 1 bdrm suite $590(250)748-3729

HOMES FOR RENT

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

MUST VIEWMountain View Terrace Estates

3420 Auchinachie Road----------------------------------

Spacious Affordable 1 and 2

bedroom suites------------------------------

Renos & upgraded security features

Large balconies In-suite storage

Close to schools, shopping and walking trails

Includes: Heat, Hot waterand parking

Free Cable Hook up--------------------------------------Resident managers on site

CALL NOW250-748-3321

NEW KITCHEN2 bdrms, new laminate fl oors, new appliances $725 mo. 1 bdrm, 2nd fl oor $595 mo. Near

Mall & Aquatic Centre.On bus route.

Heat & H/W incl’d Call 250-748-1304.

SHAUGHNESSY GARDENS

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

CALL TO VIEW 250.710.7515 250.748.3412

HOMES FOR RENT

SMALL ADS, BIG DEALS!

RENTALS

APARTMENTS FURNISHED

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

GREAT VALUE for single or quiet couple. $475 for fur-nished 37 FT 2 BDRM Sand-piper TRAILER. Attractive in-terior, new appliances etc. In gated community on 1/3 acre beside Little Qualicum River. Fire pit, walking trails etc. Beautiful, quiet, serene life-style for the right renter. Re-sponsible, clean, non-smoker. No pets. Email Gordon at [email protected].

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

---------1000 sq’ - 7000 sq’

Store front with excellent exposure, overhead doors,

ample parking,available now.

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COMMERCIALProperty For Lease5840 Clements St.

(off James St.) DuncanLarge, fl at, paved commercial lot measuring 120’ x 59’. Lot completely fenced with large

rolling locking gate. Furnished offi ce building (12’ x 26’) & separate storage container (19’ x 8’) on property. Very

close to new VIU. Zoned C3. Available Apr. 1, 2013 $950/mo. negotiable

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OFFICE SPACE for lease in downtown Cobble Hill. $515 For details call (250)743-1450

COTTAGES

CROFTON BACHELOR - sea views, on 1.075 acres. F/S, W/D, D/W, garage, storage. $550 inclds Satellite TV+ utils. NS. Call 250-327-4265.

CROFTON, NEW small 330 sq ft cottage, 3 pc bath, kit./liv-ing rm combined, overlooks beautiful garden, steps to ocean, sm dog cons, no cats, N/S, no partiers, suit 1 person. $600 utils incl. (250)246-9550

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

3 bdrm, upper level, F/S, W/D, dishwasher, 2 bath, walk-in closet, garage, Lane Rd. N/S, N/P, $945/m. (250)748-0102. Avail. May 1.

CONDO FOR RENTQuiet 2 bedroom condo available in Duncan, top

fl oor, bright corner unit in an adult oriented building with

deck. New fl ooring and paint. Wood burning fi re-

place, in-suite washer/dryer, F/S, dishwasher. Close to town on bus route. Non

smoker. No pets. Available May/June. $850/m. References

required. 250-656-7331

DUNCAN, 3 Bdrm suite, incl F/S,W/D. Refs req. $800+util. 250-748-7808 leave msg.

DUNCAN, Walk to town, Quiet 3 bdrm upper, 1.5 baths, 5 appl’s. Fenced back yard. NS/NP. $1275 incl’s util. Avail now. 250-748-9059

HOMES FOR RENT

DUNCAN, 1 bdrm cottage with privacy, near town, plus at-tached studio space, gas f/p, 4 appl’s, pet considered. $800 + util. Avail immed. (250) 746-6383 or (250) 510-6383

DUNCAN, 3 bdrm duplex, 1200 sq ft, big yard, close to schools and bus route, avail immed, $900 mo. (250) 748-4730, (250) 753-9571

DUNCAN, 3 or 4 bdrm mobile on 5 acres, close to town, F/S, W/D, 1.5 baths, outbuildings, $1275/m. Avail end of May. (250)510-9442 (250)748-2719

DUNCAN, large newer 2 bdrm, upper fl oor, 3 appl’s, shared laundry. Avail now. $1100 incl’s hydro. Pet consid-ered. Ref’s req. (250)737-1613

DUNCAN: Located just blocks from CDH, 5 bdrm, 3 full bath townhouse, gas fi replace, large deck, a lot of storage. W/D, F/S, dishwasher, 1 car garage. Recently painted, new counters in kitchen. Reference required, pets considered, 1 year lease. $1450/m. Call 250-701-7731 for viewing.

RENTALS

HOMES FOR RENT

LAKE COWICHAN 3-bdrm duplex, avail now, f/s, heat incl Laundry room, garage. $890. (250)715-5810, (250)748-4253

MAPLE BAY: 3-4 bdrms, 2 bath, new 14 jet bathtub with blue pearl granite counter top, 2400sq ft. Great new updates! Amazing new kitchen with granite, 5 appls, 2 airtight wood stoves, forced air fur-nace. Private setting. Paved driveway, large pond, large or-chard. $1750. Call 1-780-381-4217

New 2 bdrm custom built house in Shawnigan Lake beautiful private treed yard, short walk to village & bus stop. (250)743-9818

RECENTLY reno’d 3 Bdrm, 2 Bath, single level home on 1 acre 5 min. north of Duncan. W/D, F/S, N/S. Small pet con-sidered. Ref. & Sec. req. $1200/m + Hydro. 250-748-4004 Avail. May 15.

Rowan Property Management Ltd.

Has a large selection of homes & apartments for rent

in the Cowichan Valley. Visit us at

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

Rowan Property Management Ltd.

Has a large selection of homes & apartments for rent

in the Cowichan Valley. Visit us at

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

Shawnigan Lake: 3 bdrm hse, 5 appl., N/P, N/S, No par-tiers, ref req. $1000/m. (250) 743-7565

OFFICE/RETAIL

DOWNTOWN DUNCAN 2500 sq.ft. 6 separate offi ces, re-ception, conference area & kitchen, 2nd fl oor, AC,. $1175/mo. 604-820-8929.

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

DUNCAN, offi ce/retail, down-town 950 sq.ft. ground fl oor, completely reno’d. Reception area, 3 offi ces. Avail now. 604-820-8929

PRIME SHOP FRONT- 1000sq ft, $1690/mo inclds hy-dro, garbage, water, etc. 60 Queens Road. Call Ron 250-701-7923.

WANT TO GET NOTICED?Prime retail/offi ce space for

rent in highly visible historical building on corner

of First and Roberts in Ladysmith. 1687 sq. ft.

2 bathrooms, small kitchen, new fl ooring, A/C. Available June 1st. Call 250-245-2277

RV PADS

STORAGE

DANDY MINI Storage on Joan Ave, assorted mini lockers available: 4x6, $40. 9x20, $215. 7x9, $79. 6x7, $55. Units are heated. Call or text (250)709-1379.

DUNCAN - STORAGE in se-cure private garage near CDH, approx 14 x 17 with shelving, plus space for small car. Avail-ble April 1. $150/mo. Call after 6 pm (250)748-8855

RENTALS

SUITES, LOWER

1 Bedroom Suite - Maple Bay. Private entrance, insuite W/D,utilities & wireless internet incl.Pet considered. 1 coveredparking spot. Non Smoking.Ref & DD req. Avail now.$650/mo. Call: 250-746-8681

BACHELOR suite. Rea-sonably priced. N/S, full cable& hydro incl. (250)743-5465

CHEMAINUS: Fully furnished,lg Bachelor, level entry, sepkitchen, new bathroom, allutil’s & internet, shared laundryby appt. Absolutely no smok-ing. Quiet creekside home.$595. Avail now. Ref’s 250-210-0683

COWICHAN BAY. 1000 sq ft, ocean view, 1 Bdrm, F/S, W/D.NS/NP. $900./mo Hydro, cable, wireless incld. May 1.(250)246-7109, (250)701-1209

DUNCAN (2km south) 1 bdrmspacious, priv entr. F/S, W/D,hydro, cable, internet incld.NON-smoker, no pets. Quietlocation. Avail Now. $725.(250)748-5290 after 10am.

DUNCAN, 6128 Pinnacle Rd.2 bdrm, $1025 or 1 bdrm,$725. incls; W/D, F/S all util’s.NS, NP. May 1. Ref’s req.(250) 748-7119.

DUNCAN (near hospital)- brand new 1 bdrm suitew/stacking W/D, F/S, M/W,quiet area in new subdivision,on bus route. $725. Avail June1. 250-710-1947.

MILL BAY- 1 bdrm grd level, bright, cheery, quiet, priv ent &prkg. Ocean view, garden,W/D, F/S. N/S. Avail May. 1.$800 mo all inclusive. Ref’sreq’d. Call (250)743-8378.

N.CHEMAINUS, STUDIO suite, furn’d or unfurn’d, on 2acres. $650. inclds heat & hotwater. Shared W/D, patio. May1st. Call (250)246-2393.

SHAWNIGAN LAKE 2-bdrmbsmt, 2000 + sq ft, F/P, hrdwdfl rs, bright & spacious, insuitelndry, priv ent, $850 mo + utils.Avail May. 1. (250)743-7899.

SHAWNIGAN LAKE very nice 2 bdrm, sep ent, F/S, D/W,W/D, woodstove, new paint,NS/NP, avail now, $800 + por-tion of hydro. (250)516-8276.

SOMENOS ROAD, North end. 1 Bdrm level entry. 2 acreproperty, garden. Private drive& parking. Full kitchen, W/D,full bath. $780. incl. heat/hy-dro/cble. Small pet consid-ered. May 1st. 250-746-6481.

SUITES, UPPER

2 APARTMENTS for rent,heat included, $450 & $575.D.D. N/S, no partiers, N/P. Toview, see Kim at 5209 TransCanada Hwy, Tues - Sat. Newapplicants welcome.

DUNCAN- 2 bdrm upper du-plex, washer/dryer, quiet, clean, utils incld. NS/NP. May1st. $875. 250-246-1933.

LARGE 1-BDRM, in beautifulhouse on wooded acreage. 15mins to Duncan, 5 mins toLake Cowichan. N/S. $625.inclds utils. (250)749-3854.

SHAWNIGAN LAKE- 2 bdrmupper, 5 piece bath, largekitchen, private setting, shareutilities, $925. Pets consid-ered. (250)743-7899 to view.

TOWNHOUSES

3 BDRM Townhouse, clean & freshly painted, 1.5 bath, F/S,drapes, WD hookup. Sundeck,lots of parking, quiet, nearhospital, cheap to heat. Availnow. N/P. $850./mo. Call 250-748-7992, 250-748-2727, 250-709-4825.

CHEMAINUS: RENO’D lrg bright 2 bdrm suite, 2 levels, 4 appls, 1.5 bath, sm pet consid-ered. N/S. Refs. $700. Call(250)416-1457, (250)246-1457

DUNCAN: Spacious 3 bdrm town house, laminate fl oors,new windows, siding, updatedkitchen, 5 appl. lrg rec/ mediaroom, 1 1/2 baths, close toschools, hospital & trails. N/Ssmall pets considered. Avail.imm. $975/m. 250-746-4648.

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1ST TIME sale, kids stuff, kitchen, books, sm deep freeze, patio furn, wetsuits, laminate fl ooring, const. stuff. A bit of everything, 10-3 Sat and Sun. April 27 & 28. 1861 Old Ham Road (off Silver Mine), Cobble Hill.

Cairnsmore MarketFREE ADMISSIONSunday, April 28th

321 Cairnsmore St. Duncan(Girl Guide Hall)

10:00 am - 3:00 pmWe have crafters, indepen-dant consultants and small buisnesses for this event! Come out and have a great time as well as support local, crafty and hard working ven-dors! Enter our raffl e in sup-port of Angel Choppers Bicy-cle Club. Still accepting vendors. Contact Jennifer 1-250-858-5336

DAHLIA TUBER sale! Inside greenhouse. 7540 Bell McKin-non Rd, left on SPCA drive-way, 1,000’s of tubers! 10am- 2pm, every Sunday until Mother’s Day. Email [email protected]

Duncan: Sat., Apr 27, 10-4 pm. 355 Prevost Rd, off Marchmont.

DUNCAN: Sat Apr 27, 9-12. 6359 Highwood Dr, off Maple Bay Rd. MOVING SALE !!

DUNCAN, (VIMY HALL) 3968 Gibbins Rd., Sat, April. 27, 8am-1pm. Fundraiser for Vimy Hall. No early birds please.

ESTATE SALE - LAST CHANCE!! Tools, tools, shop equipment and supplies, plumbing, electrical, RV sup-plies, old logging stuff, lad-ders, too much to list! Sat. April 27th 9 to 2 at 4870 Mar-shall Road 250-746-5695 or [email protected]

MILL BAY- (Neighbourhood Garage Sale) 912 Brulette Plc. (near Kelsey School), Sat, April. 27, 9am-2pm. No early birds. Tools, video games, crystal dishes, furniture and much more.

SHAWNIGAN Lake Garage sale, Sat, April 27, 9-1PM 1699 Jersey Road

GARAGE SALES

Frances Kelsey Secondary School Dry Grad

Gigantic Garage Sale

Silent AuctionLots of deals to be had. Prices are by donation.

Hot Dogs and Car Wash

Saturday, April 27th 9am-3pm

953 Shawnigan Mill Bay Road, Mill Bay

GARAGE SALES* Great bargains

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MULTI-FAMILY Garage Sale on Sunday, April 28th at 10:00am until it’s all gone. Located in the cul-de-sac at Casa Linda Place (off of Longwood Road) in Cowichan Bay. Somthing for everyone including a mobile air compressor, chain saws, 2000 Dodge Dakota Sport quad cab, baby and kids toys, books, 2 mini fridges, womans clothing, kitchen stuff and more. Quality items! Rain or Shine. No early birds please.

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2006 VOLKSWAGON GLI sport model, 130k, 5-CD stacker, 200HP, 4cyl turbo, 32 m/per gal. $39,000 new; ask-ing $8,000obo. (250)755-6631

2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 fi rm. 250-755-5191.

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1987 BIGFOOT (11.5’) and truck. Roomy, comfortable, clean interior. Queen & Dble beds. Good shape. 1 owner. $9,000. (250)758-2067

1994 SLUMBERQUEEN 10ft. Camper. Exc. cond. Fridge, stove, oven, heater, toilet, shower. $3,800. Phone 250-245-7259 after 5p.m.

1997 PLYMOUTH Camper Van, pop up roof, clean, fridge, stove, furnace, new Michelin tires, etc. $7900 OBO. 250-715-6482, 250-746-8936

2000, 26’ Golden Falcon 5th wheel, 3 way fridge, slide out, new hot water 10gal tank, queen bed. In exc. cond. Stored in Ladysmith. $7200 fi rm. Call (250)580-2566.

2004 25’ Keystone Hornet Lite travel trailer, 1 slide out, sleeps 6, shower/tub, walk around queen bed, A/C, micro-wave. Suitable to tow w/ 1/2 ton truck. Low mileage, never been off island, winterized an-nually. Exc. cond. $12,900 obo. Call 250-245-7883.

$39,900 BUYS A BEAUTIFUL Class A 29’ Motorhome, in ex cond., ready to go. Also avail tow vehicle 2003 Chev S10 $7,900. 250-746-7808

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1983 GMC 1/2 ton pickup, 4x4, 6.2 diesel, auto. Good condition. $2695. ALSO: Tool box with tools $95. (250) 746-7888

1989 NISSAN Pick-Up $3,000. 4-cyl, standard, great on gas, great cond. Full spare and cab, 177,000km. Maintenance records. (250)713-5264

1989 TOYOTA ‘go forever’ truck. 277,000 km. Decent tires. Standard, 2 wheel drive. CD player. Canopy included. $900 obo. Call 250-749-6760.

1999 Ford F150, long box, V6, 4 wheel dr., new brakes/tires. $6500 fi rm. (250) 715-5412

2003 GMC 4x4 SLE- w/match-ing Leer canopy, excellent cond, must be seen, gently driven, 150,000 km, extra cab, auto, A/C, P/S, P/B, P/W, PDL, tow package. $11,900. Call (250)743-0910.

2005 Ford E350 Cargo Van, white, 575,000 km. Decent body, 6.0l diesel. Motor does not run. Comes with cargo partition. Spray-in bed liner on cargo fl oor. Great parts vehi-cle, as is where is. Best offer takes it home 250-245-0350.

2010 CHEVY SILVERADO 4x4, quad cab, loaded, auto, running boards. 50,000 km, lady driven. $24,000. OBO (250)732-5928

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PRISTEEN 17’ 2006 Glasstron Bow Rider with trailer & bimini. Engine has less then 40hrs. Moving must Sale! $10,000. Call (250)745-8100

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Four members of the Cowichan Valley Bantam Tier 1 Capitals’ hockey team repre-sented the valley and

themselves well in the U16 B.C. Cup at Salmon Arm.

Dawson Haines was on the victo-rious Flyers team that defeated the Canucks 4-3 in a shootout.

Josh Anderson and John Haw-thorne were both on the Bruins team that placed fourth. Ryan Hogg was part of seventh-place Team Wild.

It was a close and hotly-contest-ed competition.

Haines picked up two assists in the championship game.

The game was tied 3-3 after

regulation time and nothing was decided in overtime. The Flyers won the shootout 2-1.

“That was amazing,’’ said Haines. “It was really close at the end with the shootout.’’

Haines was only previously familiar with two Victoria players who were on the same team.

“I did pretty good,’’ he said.Haines recorded a goal and four

assists overall.The players are all now await-

ing the selection of the top 24 forwards, 12 defencemen and four goalies for the provincial camp in Nanaimo July 10 to 14.

“If I don’t make it to the pro-vincial camp, I still had a great experience,’’ said Haines.

“Everyone was not only fighting for a spot at the Nanaimo camp, but we were also playing as a

team,’’ noted goalie Hawthorne of the B.C. Cup.

“The teams that came together the fastest were by far the most successful and being in such close contact with the rest of the boys for four days straight gave me the opportunity to start some great friendships I hope to take forward.’’

Hawthorne added the play was obviously of a high level with the top 160 players from all over B.C. at the camp.

“The team-building and other activities were loads of fun.’’

“I had an unbelievable time and played some of the best hockey ever,’’ raved Hogg.

“I met some great players and coaches from all over B.C. — defi-nitely my best hockey experience as of yet.’’


Spirited com-petition from here, there and everywhere:

• The first of many games this season between the Cowichan Valley Lacrosse Asso-ciation’s two Midget C teams took place April 16.

The victory went to the Midget C2 team coached by Eric Johnson against the Midget C1 Thunder coached by Brandon and Nate Clark.

Midget C1 went ahead by two goals, with scor-ing shots from Craig Rickards and Hunter Elzinga.

But three goals in the second period by Chris Cassorla, Wyatt Gibb and Liam Kennedy put Midget C2 ahead.

Superb goaltending was displayed by C1’s Dallas McLaughlin and C2’s Theron Keel.

• The Vancouver Island Ladies’ Field Hockey As-sociation recently held its annual general meeting and handed out awards.

Cowichan winners included: Lauren Keller (Foley Shield for most improved umpire) and Flickers (Div. 1 most sportsmanlike team).

The Div. 1 all-star list included Flickers players Claire Seeliger, Te-resa Gregus and Stefanie Langkammer.

Named to the Div. 2 all-star list from the Car-dinals were: Sara Lowes, Shylayne Davidson and Maddie Smith.

In Div. 3, all-stars from the Stellers were: Sue Fraser, Steph Yeats and Hannah Avenant. All-stars from the Kestrels were: Brenda Lockhart, Janice Strand and Ma-rina Ellison.

Kestrels didn’t make the playoffs this year. Stellers, Cardinals and Flickers all lost respective semifinal games.

• Valley hockey player Chase Kaiser is heading to the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology next season on a scholar-ship to play hockey and take courses to become a power engineer.

Josh Anderson. Dawson Haines. John Hawthorne. Ryan Hogg.

B.C. Cup: Haines on the winning Flyers while other valley players also enjoy experience

Athlete’s feats: Goalies shine in meeting of Midget C lacrosse teams Camp leaves a huge impression

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If you’ve ever been any-where near any ball fields in the valley, chances are you knew Ron (Sonny) Collinson.

The longtime baseball coach and follower of everything on the diamond from softball to slo-pitch and fastpitch and an overall sports enthusiast died last Wednesday, April 17. He was 66.

While Crofton was his home base, Collinson would show up to watch just about anywhere ball games were played.

There is already a movement afoot to name a baseball field after him in Crofton.

The idea sprung up in conver-sation between famous Crof-tonite Gerry Hurst and Mike Rochon. “He texted me and we got talking,’’ said Hurst.

“I said consider it done. We put

it out to everybody that it’s going out that way.’’

The proposal is spreading like wildfire on Facebook. “I’ve had over 50 responses for doing this for the park,’’ said Hurst.

A formal request will be made to the Municipality of North Cowichan to name the field clos-est to Robert Street in honour of Collinson.

“Having a field named after him made me cry,’’ said daughter Sandra Collinson.

Sonny is also survived by daughter Tracy, adoptive mother Pat, brother Ted (Darlene), sisters Evelyn (Gord) and Linda (Lloyd) and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

Sonny spent his entire working career of 41 years at the Crofton pulp mill.

“When he wasn’t at work, his love was baseball — be it playing, coaching or watching,’’ read a statement from the family.

“He devoted endless hours to promoting the game and keep-ing his players enthused and loved to reward them with trips, milkshakes and burgers. He was always on the lookout for gloves that he could resurrect and sup-ply to kids who didn’t have their own. The game lost one of its best promoters.’’

A large crowd is expected to turn up at a memorial service for Collinson on Sunday, May 19 at 1 p.m. at the Crofton Commu-nity Centre.

Blair Nicholson will be the MC. “He saw all the different sides of Sonny,’’ said Sandra.

“He was Mr. Baseball,’’ said Larry Irving, who coached with him on several teams.

“There’s so much to say. He was the most dedicated guy I’ve ever seen. He just loved baseball and hockey, too.’’

One of Collinson’s remarkable traits was remembering people’s

birthdates.“That’s quite an amazing

thing,’’ said Peter Brownlow, who was on baseball teams coached by Collinson. “When he got into the hospital, some nurse came by and he yelled at her ‘your birth-date is such and such a day.’

“He taught us so many les-sons just about hard work and teamwork, those sorts of things,’’ added Brownlow.

“He’d have us out at practices in January and February getting ready for the year. If it was rain-ing, he’d have us in the dugout doing a test.’’

“When I first started coach-ing the boys in Little League, 35 years ago, whenever I would go up to the field for a practice, Sonny was always there hitting fly balls and ground balls to any of the boys and girls who wanted to come up to the field,’’ noted Paul Rukus. “It turned out he was there every day.’’


Host Shawnigan Lake School won the boys’ title and the girls placed second in the Canadian Accredited Independent

Schools nation-wide rugby tournament.The boys emerged as champs after a

47-5 victory over St. Andrew’s College of Toronto.

“We did very well and played some good rugby,’’ said Shawnigan coach Tim Murdy.

The Shawnigan Second XV boys won the Plate final, putting two school teams in the top three.

Shawnigan lost a 12-10 heartbreaker to Bishop’s College of Quebec in the girls’ final after dominating the early play.

The tournament featured 10 boys’ teams and eight girls. Each team played five games during the three-day event.

“It was a great opportunity for kids to get together over a game they are passionate about,’’ noted Shawnigan’s director of sport Mark Hall.

“There was wonderful camaraderie throughout the tournament with noth-ing but good comments about how much fun everyone had.’’

“It’s good to see the schools from the different parts of the country,’’ added Murdy. “There’s a bit of different styles used by the different schools.’’

Shawnigan boys once again have a powerhouse as they go in quest of a fourth straight provincial AAA high school title.

“Things for this part in the year are going well,’’ said Murdy.

submittedSonny Collinson spent a lot of time at the ball park just hitting flies and grounders to kids who would show up for extra practice.

Stephen Lane, Don BodgerRaul Barron, above left, finds running room on his way to a try for the Shawnigan Lake School boys’ First XV. Right, Lily Hare of the Shawnigan girls’ team fights for space near the Bishop’s goal line.

In memoriam: There’ll never be another guy quite like Ron Collinson for his dedication and love of baseball

CAIS rugby: Hometown squads fare well, with girls taking second

Diamonds will forever be in Sonny’s heart

Shawnigan boys prevail in national competition

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phone 250-856-0045 Cowichan Rugby Club’s First XV men closed out the season with a disappoint-ing 24-6 playoff loss to the arch-rival Hornets in Nanaimo.

But “the game was much closer than the final scoreline indicated,’’ noted Cowichan coach Gord McGeachy. “The boys put in an immense effort but were

unable to put all the pieces together and at very crucial points in the game, we were unable to execute.’’

Nanaimo got on the board first with a penalty goal, matched by Cowichan’s Carlin Hamstra, pictured.

Nanaimo added another penalty and crossed the line shortly before halftime

for an 11-3 lead at the break.Hamstra made a long-range kick with

about 25 minutes left. “We continued to force the play but were unable to punch it in against a very good Nanaimo defence,’’ noted McGeachy.

Nanaimo scored 10 more points in the final 10 minutes to seal the game.



Beating its nemesis is a huge step forward for the Cowichan T-Bird girls’ rugby team.

Cowichan knocked off perennial powerhouse Carson Graham 27-10 Friday on the Lower Mainland on the strength of two tries by super speedster Leah Theobald and one each from Allie White, Hannah Morten and Darien Hobday plus a conversion from Alison Franks.

“Carson is an outstanding program which we have massive respect for,’’ noted Cowichan coach Brad Skene.

“Considering that we travelled over to their field, this is our big-gest win in years. The best part of the victory is that each player took it on themselves to step up and play individually well within the team concept. From the sideline, you could see the team building strength and uniting under the pressure that Carson placed on us. As a coach, I was so pleased with how the team responded to the stress that a tough and disciplined team can place on you.’’

With a month to go until the provincial tournament, Skene knows his team will have to con-tinue to work extremely hard to attain the same result again.

Carson led 3-0 on a penalty and Cowichan quickly accepted the challenge of playing tough, hard rugby. Cowichan sprung Theobald into space twice for a 10-3 lead at the half.

White scored an unconverted try as the intense battle continued in the second half. Carson responded to close the gap to 15-10.

A change in momentum resulted

in play being concentrated in Car-son’s end of the field. Morten took off with a run down the sideline to score and a tremendous maul from a lineout that put the Carson defence on its heels led to another try from Hobday, who broke a tackle to score under the posts.

Franks kicked the conversion for the final points.

Cowichan went to Walnut Grove Saturday and won 12-5 in the junior game.

Shania Pronk and Kate Brigham scored tries while Franks added a conversion.

It was an exciting game to watch, Skene noted.

“I was very impressed with our discipline and effort on defence and our work rate on what turned out to be a hot day in Vancouver. There is still a lot of work to do on offense, but we have improved on running hard with the ball and winning the ball on the ground.’’

Cowichan then destroyed Wal-nut Grove 79-0 in the senior game.

Theobald scored four tries, White added three and a pair of conversions, Hobday tallied three more, Mikaela Fitz-George collected two and Morten had another while Franks kicked five conversions.

Skene’s fears that Cowichan might not respond with the same energy and expectations after the Carson game were easily allayed.

Andrew LeongThe Duncan Junior Baseball Association season got under way Saturday with a bunch of games at Evans Park. Above, Rangers’ catcher Pearson Moreside tags out runner Kevin Stewart of the Outlaws in a peewee game. Bottom, Thomas Nowicki of the Braves gets ready to connect for a hit against the Renegades in a midget division game.

Andrew Leong/fileAlison Franks puts the boots to a conver-sion kick.

United they stand: Girls win rugby battle of the giants with perennial powerhouse

Win over Carson “biggest in years’’


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The CVRD will keep the ash and use it as fill at an $8 million saving.

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They are also looking for a trailer for the boat, and Knott suggested if anyone could help out with that by way of a donation, it would be a big help.

Fire department fundraising for rescue boatFriday, April 26, 2013B6 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGOFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT BYLAWS No. 3680 and 3681

ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW No. 3682Applicable to Electoral Area E – Cowichan Station/Sahtlam/Glenora

NOTICE is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held as follows to consider the above noted Amendment Bylaws: DATE: Wednesday, May 1, 2013 PLACE: Eagles Hall

2965 Boys Road, Duncan BC TIME: 6:00 p.m. Open House

7:00 p.m. Public Hearing

Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 3680 (Bill 27) proposes to amend Electoral Area E and Part of F – Cowichan-Koksilah Official Community Plan Bylaw (OCP) No. 1490 in order to:1. Provide information on climate change and an inventory of locally produced greenhouse gas emissions.2. Add polices, targets and actions for reducing greenhouse gas emissions into several sections of the OCP such as

Agriculture, Residential, and Forestry.3. Introduce the Wetland Protection Development Permit Area, which would require a development permit when

a wetland is located on a parcel of land proposed for subdivision. This DPA forms part of the Bill 27/Climate Change amendment bylaw because wetlands function as storage for greenhouse gases, in addition to providing numerous other ecological functions.

Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 3681 (Conservation, Species at Risk & Social Sustainability) proposes to amend Electoral Area E and Part of F - Cowichan-Koksilah Official Community Plan Bylaw (OCP) No. 1490 in order to:1. Update the “Environmentally Sensitive Areas and Hazard Lands”, “Forestry” and “Parks and Institutional” sections

of the OCP, to include policies that are supportive of a regional conservation strategy, watershed planning initiatives, flood protection, species at risk and biodiversity protection.

2. Draw attention to the significance of Wake Lake, and add policy supportive of a conservation zoning for land within 1000 metres of Wake Lake.

3. Propose a new land designation and zone near Chemainus River Park, for the purpose of allowing a caretaker’s residence to oversee the Park.

4. Introduce a policy framework for community amenity contributions.

Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 3682 (Parkland, Wetland, Trail Acquisition) proposes to amend Electoral Area E – Cowichan Station/Sahtlam/Glenora Zoning Bylaw No. 1840 in order to:1. Rezone Lot A, Section 7, Range 9, Sahtlam District, Plan VIP 88170, and Lot 1, Section 7, Range 9, Sahtlam

District, Plan 83485 (shown outlined below with a solid black line – Map A) from R-2 (Suburban Residential) to P-2 (River Corridor Conservation) to reflect the current park use.

2. Rezone Legal Lot Poly 15927 VIP 64839 (subject property shown outlined below with a solid black line – Map B) from I-1 (Light Industrial) to P-2 (River Corridor Conservation) to reflect the current park use.

3. Increase the minimum lot size in the R-2 Zone for lots served by a community water system, from 0.4 hectares to 0.8 hectares.

4. Include a bylaw provision that would allow subdivision along the boundary created by a park or trail dedicated to the CVRD, subject to specific criteria. Land eligible for subdivision along a dedicated trail or road must be previously identified in the Zoning Bylaw’s appendix.

5. Remove wetlands and watercourses from the land area eligible for use in calculating minimum parcel size requirements (applicable to subdivision applications).

Map A Map B

Doors open at 6:00 p.m. to provide the public an opportunity to review the Bylaws, relevant background materials and meet with Planning staff and the Area Director in an Open House style meeting. The official Public Hearing will begin at 7:00 p.m.

At the public hearing, all persons who deem their interests affected by the proposed amendments will be afforded an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions on matters contained therein, before representatives of the Regional Board. Prior to the public hearing, written comments on the Bylaws may be faxed to 250-746-2621, e-mailed to [email protected], or mailed and/or deposited at the Regional District offices up to 4:30 p.m. on the day of hearing. For further information, please call Alison Garnett, Planner I, Planning & Development Department at 250-746-2620.

The public hearing on May 1, 2013, is to be held by Director L. Duncan, Director L. Iannidinardo, Director B. Fraser and Director I. Morrison as delegates of the Board. A copy of the proposed Bylaws, the resolution delegating the holding of the public hearing, and other documents that may be considered by the Board in determining whether to adopt the Bylaws are available for public inspection at the CVRD Planning & Development Department office, 175 Ingram Street, Duncan, BC, from Friday, April 19, 2013 to Wednesday, May 1, 2013, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Phone: (250) 746-2500Fax: (250) 746-2513


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“Ah, but a man’s reach should exceed his grasp, or what’s a heaven for?” — Robert Browning

Teacher Sylvia Bar-rett’s heaven would be hacking through inane rules and regulations to reach her students with

interesting, applied lessons.But her goal seemed elusive April

17 during Brentwood College’s en-joyable premiere of Up The Down Staircase.

Valsy Bergeron was convincing as frustrated teacher — “Teach” to her gaggle of unruly pupils — in director Susan Quinton’s dramatic lesson for trustees, instructors, taxpayers, parents and pupils.

Staircase’s local ironies were thick: private-school actors com-menting on a troubled public sys-tem in Cowichan, where its elected trustees were fired last year, and replaced by provincial appointee Mike McKay — who’s wrestling with school closures.

Those current events were coincidental to Brentwood’s rambunctious drama by American playwright Bel Kaufman.

Quinton’s cast nicely populated James O’Leary’s impressive two-

story, two-staircase set framing the office, and Barrett’s classroom crammed with pupils’ troubles and hopes.

Facing a battery of bureaucracy — embodied in picky principal Maxwell Clarke (Calvin Simpson), and vice-principal J.J. McHabe (Ulas Zeyrek) — Barrett saves most of her energy for complex de-mands from borderline delinquent, Joe Ferone (Hut Chaiyo).

The volatile chemistry of Bergeron’s concerned teacher, reaching for Chaiyo’s toothpick-chomping punk, was tactile under excellent acting.

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Vocal projection was occasion-ally thin, but climbing this play’s messages of hope and persistence was a real education.

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• Cowichan’s violin vir-tuoso, Nathan Bowmans,

16, has been accepted into the National Youth Orchestra this summer, reports Leslie Sjoberg, boss of the Cowichan Music Festival. The festival heard Bowmans stun crowds with his bow skills. He’ll perform for three weeks with the Ottawa-based orches-tra, then do a week of

concerts. One appearance includes an Aug. 11 date at Vancouver’s Chan Centre.

• Shawnigan Lake Mu-seum curator Lori Treloartold me the south-end’s artifact-packed facility, opposite the Aitken & Fraser Store, was recently repainted using paint do-nated by General Paint, and skills from the folks at B&C Coating.

• Good luck to Dawn Braithwaite, of down-town Duncan’s Global Initiative Fair-Trade Store, who’s talking with Oaxaca, Mexico’s unique Piña Palmera group toward selling some of its art pieces, made by chal-lenged folks.Peter W. Rusland has been covering Cowichan’s arts and entertainment community for two decades. If you’d like to add to this column, reach him at [email protected].

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