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A new patient-care model won’t be stopped and re-viewed, as demanded by angry nurses Wednesday in Duncan.

They handed Vancouver Island Health Authority brass boxes hold-ing 4,000 petition names of nurses demanding the model be reviewed by independent experts to assess patient-safety risks.

“It would be irresponsible for us to do that (independent review),” Dr. Brendan Carr, VIHA’s acting CEO, said of the model already imple-mented at various hospitals, including Cowichan.

“We’re already using external people to review it.”

About 50 RNs confronted VIHA board members during their meeting at the Travelodge Silver Bridge Inn.

Nurses wearing red-and-black clothing — symbolizing a bleeding health-care system, and the death of adequate care — damned VIHA’s creation and implementation of the Care-Delivery Model Redesign.

That model would basically see teams of RNs, LPNs and care aides tend patient needs, particularly among the island’s aging patients.

Nurses’ higher level of training would provide team planning.

“One-on-one care is not how we work today,” said Carr. “It’s not simply about who is a team member, but what the team comprises.”

But RNs believe they’ll gradually be replaced by lower-paid care aides.

Jo Salken, of the B.C. Nurses Union, indicated VIHA’s motive is saving money on labour “full stop.”

She explained care aides can, for ex-ample, help patients to the toilet, but

RNs doing that task are trained to do assessments about bed sores, walking gear needed, balance, and more.

“What started as ‘right nurse, right patient’ suddenly � ip-� opped to ‘right

health-care worker-right patient.’”Carr signalled he got the message

from those 4,000 names.“There’s a concern, we under-

stand that, and recognize you can’t

exchange a nurse with a care aid.”“We need more nurses, not less,”

said RN Kelly Charters.“VIHA’s not listening to our con-

cerns.”

She explained their workload is squeezed by four levels of manage-ment needed to sign off on various duties.

more on page 3

Patient care: Health author-ity board declines to review its team-based care model already in use at Cowichan hospital since 2009

Nurses hand VIHA 4,000 reasons to review model

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Peter W. RuslandJo Salken of the B.C. Nurses Union helps deliver 4,000 petition names to VIHA board chairman Don Hubbard during Wednesday’s meeting in Duncan. RNs want VIHA’s Care Delivery Model Redesign stopped for an independent patient-safety review.

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Andrew LeongAll dressed up with someplace to go are: Josh Hoyles, above, driving his horse Belle Island Beauty in the Pleasure Driving division and Rachel Eldred, below, driving her pony Tony in the Pleasure Driving division at the Cowichan District Riding Club’s All Pony Show at the Cowichan Exhibition Grounds July 21.

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from page 1

Brenda Hill, a Cowichan District Hospital nurse, said the model lacks the promised � ex-ibility to address the ER’s chronic overcrowd-ing crisis.

“I don’t see any help for me. It’s lack of will, and lack of money.”

She demanded more nursing grads be hired for the island.

“We want to hire as many grads as we can,” replied Carr.

“We’re here because we’re frightened about what’s coming” said BCNU’s Margo Wilton.

She explained RNs fear the model will steal precious time from working with patients.

Nurses also said the model was developed mostly in secret since 2008, despite some meetings with RNs.

“Nurses felt duped,” said Salken.But Carr explained there was nothing secre-

tive about the model’s genesis.“This hasn’t been done in private but in

open, collaborative processes by disussions that involved front-line providers.”

RN Lisa McLeod disagreed.“There were seminars for nurses but not for

doctors, and they didn’t mention restructur-ing teams of nurses.

“I think patients will come to harm. VIHA’s destroying the caring culture in hos-pitals, and the public’s the last to know.”

Carr was unaware if press releases about the model were issued by VIHA’s commu-nications staff. “We see this (model) as an ongoing process focused on public safety and quality of care.’’


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phone 250-746-4471 Cowichan’s new hospital is likely to be built on a new site, health authority brass indicated during Wednesday’s board meeting in Duncan.

Don Hubbard, chairman of the Vancouver Is-land Health Authority, said he’d privately seen a rendering of what the new CDH could look like.

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return” regarding patient care, due to its aging infrastructure.

VIHA aims to build the new hospital to the ultra-modern standards of Victoria’s Royal Jubilee, but “that’s just not feasible to take the current CDH and move it to that level,” Carr said. “You deserve a new hospital.”

Hill: model lacks needed fl exibility on overcrowding

The CDMR was adopted at Cowichan District Hospital in 2009. It’s slated for Nanaimo Regional General Hospital on Sept. 13.

Here’s how VIHA’s describes new care-model highlights:

*The Care Delivery Model Re-design is part of a cross-Canada approach to change how care is provided to patients in hospital and community settings.

*At VIHA, work to improve care through the new model has been underway since 2008.

*Patients, particularly those with complex needs, require a new and different approach to care, including the need for more care planning by staff, and more assistance with daily activities.

*CDMR ensures the right type of care is provided to patients at the right time by the most appropriate health-care provider – whether a registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, health-care aide, or other health-care team member.

*The new model allows care staff to work to the full scope of their education, training and skills.

*RNs will have the opportunity to work to their higher level of training, allowing more routine tasks to be done by staff with different levels of training. Nurses have experience and skills to do care planning and patient/family communication.

*For patients, CDMR means more support with daily activities, includ-ing bathing provided by health-care aides.

* There are no job losses as-sociated with the new patient care model.

*There is a shortage of trained health-care professionals on the island and across the country. Every trained, skilled and dedicated nursing professional is needed to provide quality care.

*CDMR is already in place in many island care settings, where it has produced better outcomes for patients, and an improved work environment for staff.

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Bees merrily buzz while working among fragrant lavender be-ing cut Thursday by wwoofers at Damali

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spread’s a temporary home to five folks from France, Germany and Italy gaining unpaid experience and English by wwoofing — short for worldwide opportunities on farms.

“WWoofing is life,” states France’s Judith Devaux, slicing and staking lavender stalks.

“You don’t get paid, you just help so it’s healthy not to be linked with money, for once.”

Devaux, 24, has wwoofed for a year now, working on spreads in Spain and California.

Italians Matteo Zilla and Chiara Giovannelli are fresh wwoof recruits to Damali — it’s day two on the job with France’s Karolyne Botte and Devaux, plus Germa-ny’s Andrea Reischmann.

“It’s a good thing because you meet people from other countries,

and learn other cultures,” said Giovannelli. “You can also fix your English.”

That’s why Damali’s hosted wwoofers for the past eight years, explained co-owner Alison Philp.

“It’s a symbiotic relationship that works for both sides. We educate mostly young people about farming, and they can see if it’s something they’d like to do,” she said of the exchange program offering travellers, age 18 to 65, room and board in trade for labour.

At Damali, that means learning about and harvesting lavender and fruit crops on some seven acres, preparing products — spanning wine, soap and body-care goods, to wines, vinegars, and distilled essential oils — while meeting customers.

But it’s not all work — play sees Damaili’s wwoffers enjoy din-ners and sharing ideas and life paths between side trips around Cowichan.

“We introduce them to Cana-dian culture such as prawning, Duncan’s summerfest, and we have communal dinners.

“Sometimes we have three or

four languages spoken at the table; they bring the world to us,” said Philp.

Wwoofers register online, then surf the web for global wwoofing workplaces. “They contact me directly,” she said.

“It’s nice having one or two stay longer, such as two or three months, so they get more knowl-edge about the farm.”

Graphic designer Zilla said a friend wwoofed last year in Van-couver “so I found it was a nice thing to do and experience.”

“It’s just a holiday for now. I’ll be back in Italy by September if don’t find work here.”

And since wwoofing is free la-bour, no work permits are needed, he explained. “It’s like being a volunteer.”

Would Zilla wwoof again? “Why not, if someone pays my (airfare) ticket.”

Host wwoof farmers gather at Damali for tonight’s free 7 p.m. Woofing All the Way concert star-ring Quebec songwriter Matthew McCully. His roving experiences will be chronicled in a video doc at his tour’s end.

Call Damali at 250-743-4100.

Peter W. RuslandWwoofers Judith Daveux (left) and Karolyne Botte of France, plus Andrea Reichmann of Germany harvest lavender at Damali Lavender & Winery farm.

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The number of tourists in Cowichan Lake is on the rise.

But it’s becoming harder each year to

obtain the funds needed to keep the visitor centre operational, says a Cowichan Lake visitor’s centre press release.

This June there was a 13.5 % in-crease in visitors to the Cowichan Lake area, said visitor centre co-ordinator Katherine Worsley.

“We have not had many repeat visitors this year,” said Worsley. “Except for tubers, we have had lots of them return.”

The tourist season runs from Jan. 1, until Dec. 31. Last year

there were 24,954 visitors report-ed in the Cowichan Lake area. So far this year, there have been 14,274 visitors, officials say.

“Lots of B.C. residents seem to be coming to this area,” said Worsley. “We are also getting a lot of local people looking for vacation spots, and tourist things to do in their own town.”

Though the tourist season is go-ing strong, the visitor centre needs to fundraise to continue providing services.

This year the centre has held two hot dog sales, raising $715. Supporters are also planning to host two bottle drives. Last year the centre raised $1,800 between

the hot dog sales and bottle drive. It would like to double that this year.

“The visitor centre is a vital asset to the communities, and the businesses around the lake,” said Worsley.

“Funding is an important com-ponent to making sure that the services offered are not decreased or discontinued.”

The bottle drives will take place in Saywell Park, underneath the gazebo on Aug. 10, and Sept. 7.

If you wish to donate to the bottle drive, you can drop them off at the visitor’s centre, or call 250-749-3244 to arrange a pickup.

— Lake Cowichan Gazette

fileVisitors from all over Vancouver Island flock to the Cowichan River to enjoy the 2.5- to-three-hour float from Saywell Park in Lake Cowichan to Little Beach on Greendale Road. Between the two tube rental companies in Lake Cowichan, Outdoor Recreation & Kayak Adventures and The Tube Shack, approximately 200 tubes were rented on Saturday. Many others purchased tubes or floatation toys to experience this relaxing way to enjoy a hot afternoon in the Cowichan region. Life jackets, water shoes, hats and sunscreen are recom-mended, as well as the use of recycle bins that are placed along the river for drink containers.

Lake Cowichan visitors: River remains the big attraction drawing people backRepeat tubers swell numbers

MS rider grateful

Multiple sclerosis took $6,385 worth of hits dur-ing David Cox’s recent Van Isle Ride To End MS.

His 1,000-kilometre, third bi-annual Van Isle End to End to End Ride for endMS, spanned Victoria to Port Hardy — and included Shawnigan Lake’s Cowichan Valley Grape Escape.

Cox thanked Black Press newspapers for coverage during his ride to rid folks of the debilitating neurological disorder.

“Experience Cycling in Duncan made the tail end of the trip a suc-cess as Will Arnold, the proprietor, in less than a minute found and fixed the problem that caused my bike to miss critical low gears needed to go up longer hills.’’


Neil HornerBlack Press

Dan Brown’s new novel, Inferno, deals with the issue of human population growth and the bleak future that awaits us if we don’t do something about it.

The choices he lays out are stark. If we continue on as we are, there’s not much hope for humanity.

I was thinking about his message when I went to the beach the other day.

Like any other sunny summer’s day, there were all sorts of young people running around — tanned, � t, showing off as much skin as they dared. They swam, � irted, played volleyball, skimboarded and romanced, every hormone in their bodies screaming: breed!

And they will breed, in their time, just like we did and our parents before us, and theirs too, back to the very dawn of history.

But I would argue it’s different for these kids

and it will be even more so for theirs.That’s because there are more than seven bil-

lion of us on this planet now, thanks to uncon-trolled breeding, and that number is expected to rise to 10 billion by 2050. That’s not so long from now if you think about it.

Those kids at the beach will probably see it and their children de� nitely will. What kind of world will that be, do you think?

As it stands with the population we have now, the planet’s systems appear to be breaking down. You see it everywhere. True, there have been � oods before, as well as tornadoes and droughts and other disasters, but we are start-ing to see them with increasing frequency.

Coupled with that, our social structures ap-pear to be facing similar disintegration. Those social structures make up humanity’s ability to work together for the common betterment of all — precisely what is needed to deal with this change.

You can talk about and � ght against destruc-tion of the forests, degradation of farmland,

pollution of lakes and rivers all you want, the crises those kids are going to face stem from one basic problem. There are just too many of us.

I read a bumper sticker once that read: “Six billion miracles is enough.” Well, we’re far past that now, with not even a hint of this trend reversing, stopping or even slowing.

If you look at a population graph of the human species it looks like a hockey stick. It’s pretty � at for a long time and slowly begins to rise. Then all of a sudden it takes off like a rocket.

I’m pretty sure I’ve seen that graph before, but it wasn’t about people. It was about fruit � ies in a bottle. A little sugar and water and a few � ies were put in a bottle and then it was sealed.

The � ies thrived at � rst and had a popula-tion graph that looked pretty much identical to ours, though on a much shorter time frame. The thing is, right after their population spiked

the � ies died — all of them. They had used the available resources and polluted their environ-ment with waste products to the point where they simply could not survive.

True, the Earth isn’t a bottle, but it’s still a � nite system and logic dictates you can’t have in� nite growth within a � nite system. It doesn’t work.

Unfortunately, I really don’t think there’s anything we can do about it.

Those kids at the beach have just as much right to breed as we and our grandparents did. Reproduction is a biological imperative, ac-tively promoted by nearly every facet of society. You can’t stop it.

But it will be the end of us.Neil Horner writes for Parksville Qualicum Beach News.

We are going to be the death of ourselvesBC VIEWS

The case forMany other municipalities already have

burning bans and bringing the regional district into line with Cowichan’s munici-palities only makes sense.

The health benefi ts are obvious to our seniors and people suffering from respiratory ailments.

It remains to be seen if fi nes will be enforced for those breaking these new bylaws.

Seeing both sides of: burning ban in South CowichanSeeing both sides of: burning ban in South CowichanThe case againstBurning seems to be what some be-

lieve is a right in Cowichan and a way to rid themselves of wood and yard waste.

The idea of composting or burying wood waste seems ridiculous to them, particularly those in rural areas where burning bans might be hard to enforce and not welcomed by folks who cherish their country lifestyle.

Burning regulations are always a hot topic in Cowichan.

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VIHA’s board needs a new, caring attitude

VIHA preaches open consultation, but it has left nurses pray-ing for a review of its new patient-care model.

RNs handed 4,000-some petition names to Vancouver Island Health Authority’s board during Wednesday’s Duncan visit.

Union issues aside, VIHA leaders should listen to RN de-mands that the Care Delivery Model Redesign be curbed and reviewed to ensure patient safety.

Nurses believe VIHA’s agenda is saving money through a team approach — care aides do routine, bedside work with pa-tients while highly-trained RNs plan and supervise care aides, and licensed practical nurses.

Sounds � ne in theory, but nurses claim jobs will be lost, and patients will suffer as issues such as bed sores and more go unnoticed.

They may be right, given VIHA’s track record based on bean counting, not input from workers, families and patients.

That was seen during Cowichan Lodge’s sudden closure in 2008 — to the shock of families, senior residents,

and staff.VIHA’s now tying to rebuild its trust locally while making a

new Cowichan District Hospital its top priority.That’s cold comfort to nurses seemingly given short shrift by

VIHA’s board.It appeared to indicate the new care model — developed

secretly, say RNs — is a done deal, despite those 4,000 names.The board rarely visits Cowichan, but foolishly declined to

extend Wednesday’s meeting to allow more public input.VIHA brass should remember the public pays its board, and

all its staff. Taxpayers also own facilities such as CDH.VIHA works for us — it’s not a corporation free to impose its

will to balance the books at any cost.By the board’s seeming arrogance Wednesday, it appeared

budgets, not public trust, are VIHA’s top priority.

We say:Dismissing RN demands doesn’t help rebuild trust


YOUR TURN “Yes. I’ve never had to do it, but I was with someone

once who had to use it. I would have stepped up to the plate if I’d had to.”

Verna Simard, North Cowichan

Can you do the Heimlich manoeuvre in case of emergency?

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“Yes. I was an early-childhood educator, and was required to take it in fi rst-aid training — and keep it updated because techniques change.”

Janet Smitheringale, Courtenay

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Bureaucratic tail wagging the CVRD dogDear editor

In regards to the senior staff pay raises for the CVRD, I think it’s a case of the tail wag-ging the dog. I believe the people responsible for informing our directors on budgetary increases have purposely left out details so they cannot make an informed decision on these obscene pay raises. This would be a good time to get rid of some of that staff. The bigger problem is some of the directors don’t think there is anything wrong with these pay raises!J. RobertsonNorth Cowichan

Get on your bikes and rideDear editor

Rob Douglas makes some good points in his July 17 column on cycling. Our local governments should make it a top priority to have cycling/walking options easy and safe. This is essential if they are serious about sustainability. Every litre of gas we use adds about 2.4 kg of CO2 to the atmosphere. Just think: would you throw 10 kg of garbage out the window on your way from Dun-can to Chemainus and back? Well, you’re doing just that through your car’s exhaust. Conserve: consume less and cycle or walk a lot more.Mark Kiemele , ChemainusComments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com

My terminal cancer cleared up even as I soaked in wirelessDear editor

Some want proof smart meters are not harmful to one’s health or that there wouldn’t be a lawsuit some 15 years down the road. Well, there’s no guarantee there won’t be a lawsuit; we do live in an ill-in-formed, litigious society after all.

As for the health end of things I can com-ment from personal experience.

In, 2010 at the age of 68, I was diagnosed with stage four breast cancer. Because I made a point of informing myself about wireless technology I wasn’t afraid to increase my use of the new laptops, cell phones, tablets and the like. There is wireless in my home and digital meters on most homes in B.C.

Within a year the lymph node tumors and smaller tumors on various bones had disappeared. Within the two-year period the primary breast tumor kept decreasing and has been completely gone for six months.

If you are still afraid of wireless I hope you will get rid of your TV. They went digital long ago and are remotely controlled by your cable provider. You might also want to get rid of anything digital you’re presently using and please don’t have any medical tests. Mammograms, CT scans, bone scans. and countless others are now digital.

If you want to know about something I respectfully suggest you ask ones with exper-tise on the matter instead of listening to the Chicken Littles so prevalent now-a-days.Katherine GrantMill Bay

Health risks real, but problems with smart meters much more than thatDear editor

Our civil rights guarantee we have the right to decide how we live, to live safe and secure in our homes. Nowhere does it say that I must be exposed to a possible carcinogen without my approval or knowledge. Neither does it say that my personal data can be gathered, stored and potential uses or sold without my permission or knowledge. Health and privacy are the main concerns people hear or read about. But there are others. High bills. Many people are receiving bills based on huge consumption increases after they get smart metered, with no change

in use, no new appliances, and no explana-tion from Hydro. There have been � res and damages to appliances and electronics after installation of smart meters. Many experts have identi� ed design � aws of these cheap things that can lead to overheating and melting. They are made of plastic. Further, there are no bene� ts seen by any utility with smart meters, and the costs are never ending. Continuing upgrades as with any computer, short life spans (shorter by 20-30 years than analogs and half the span used in the busi-ness case). The health risks are serious and real, but they are not the only problems with these things.Dennis NobleComments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com

Cowichan Lakers should dive into the poolDear editor

I believe Area F (Cowichan Lake South/Skutz Falls) needs to get on the wagon and start paying for the Cowichan Aquatic Cen-tre. I live in Area F and feel the tax dollars would be well spent toward this issue. I have lots more to say but I am ranting so won’t continue.Marion RoysComments submitted at cowichannewsleader.com

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In my opinion: Just get it done

You cannot expect change if you don’t take a stand.

That has been the rule in my family.

I write after a day � lled with gratitude and so many moments of re� ection.

I don’t know if words can convey all the emotions going through my heart right now.

I cannot thank enough all the won-derful people that showed up to our Flash Feed Mob.

It is so wonderful to live in a commu-nity that cares and can show so much kindness.

Because of your participation the food bank is able to help more folks for a few more days.

A very special thank you to my dear friend Mary Ann Watson who has dubbed herself The Enabler of all the crazy ideas that come up in my head while I am shopping or stirring a pot.

Thank you as well to Sun FM and the News Leader Pictorial that quickly stepped up to help spread the word on such short notice.

The question I am often asked, is where do I � nd the time?

Here is the thing; we all have the abil-ity to step up, either by initiating the movement or by participating in the actions that bring the needed changes in our communities and society.

I never walk into these situations with preset judgments about others’ needs.

Most of the time there is very little planning in it. It just happens organi-cally.

Choosing to ignore the reality of many, either because it is uncomfort-able or because I feel threatened by the enormousness of the task, is not an option I am comfortable with.

So my friends be present, live your lives with gratitude, awareness and love so when an opportunity to make a dif-ference presents itself, recognize it and help make the change one little step at a time.

To quote Nelson Mandela, “It always seems impossible until it’s done.”

We live in a valley known for its wonderful food but our food banks are empty. It’s a little bit of a conundrum if you think of it.

Helping to feed those in need is our civic duty as human beings. To have people, especially children going without a meal due to poverty in our country is morally offensive.

Yes there is a humongous monster in the room called poverty and until we acknowledge and shine a light on it, many families and young children will go on without a meal.Chef Fatima Da Silva of Duncan’s Bistro 161 helped organize two Flash Food Mobs in Duncan, the most recent of whch raised closed to $7,000 in cash and food donation.

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Andrew LeongSteve Frueh helps Jean Li try on some fi refi ghting turnout gear during an open house on July 18 at the Cowichan Bay Fire Hall. Cowichan Bay Fire Rescue, with guests from Mill Bay Fire Rescue, hosted 150 international exchange students, from China, Japan, Korea, Mexico and Spain. Students were shown a wide variety of gear and number of demonstrations, including an auto extrication exercise.

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The confidence and skills of local riders were groomed during the Cowichan 4-H Club’s annual summer camp this year.

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Andrew LeongA rider takes her steed over a jump during the annual 4-H summer camp earlier this month on the Cowichan Exhibition grounds.

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Ever thought of being a firefighter?

Your calling could be with one of six Cowichan halls sparking a volunteer recruitment drive this fall.

However, North Oyster’s chief signalled he’d gladly give duty details to prospective members, and folks willing to help make a small promotional video for press use.

“We’re trying to create awareness,” Jason deJong said.

“Some halls have trouble attracting new members, keeping them, or both.”

The drive by Malahat, Honeymoon Bay, Sahtlam, Youbou, Mesachie Lake, and North Oyster halls will host open houses in September or October.

Those, and some other departments, need about a third more members.

DeJong’s hall has 20 members. Ideally he’d have 30.

“We want to create awareness for everyone,’’ said the 15-year chief, with a total 21 years service at North Oyster’s hall.

“We want to take a proactive, positive ap-proach — long-term too.”

The idea is to attract prospective firefighters wanted to give to their community.

‘Everyone has different satisfaction criteria,”

said deJong who joined Oyster at age 18.“Back then I couldn’t wait to get to the fire,”

he said, noting others get stoked steering the fire truck, handling hoses or flexing the Jaws of life.

Halls train firefighters in first aid, and many other skills.

“The consensus is that we need stable people from the community, someone who has time for this work.

“Firefighting consumes a good chunk of your life, and you need the time commitment for that,” deJong said.

For more, call deJong at 250-245-5111, your local fire hall, or the Cowichan Valley Regional District at 250-746-2500.

Andrew Leong/fileNorth Cowichan firefighters extinguish a pile of burning hay earlier this month. Fire departments throughout the CVRD’s rural areas are looking for men and women to tackle similar issues during a firefighter recruiting drive.

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1938: boxlaWith Bill Reilly leading the scoring

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1938: baseballWalloping pitcher “Slim” Ogura

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1938: cricketE. S. Fox had a good deal to do

with a victory by Cowichan cricketers over Albion taking six wickets for 34 runs. He also scored 18 in a strong opening partnership with C. W. Twite who made 39.

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Pictures of the PastThree Cowichan bus and taxi services buses from Kyle’s Taxi service wait outside Duncan Elementary School in 1940..—We want your historical photos of Cowichan people and places. Email a high resolution jpeg along with your phone number and a brief explanation to

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Four-year reign ends for tennis prodigyDateline 1938: Kay Wilson serves a record streakAnn AndersenNews Leader Pictorial

In the Leader’s centennial year, I interviewed Kay Wilson, formerly Staples, in a Leader section recognizing eight women who’d lived in and around Duncan for the greater part of the past century.

Kay, then 85, still played regular tennis games. During the mid-1930s, she was a powerhouse on the court.

In August 1938, she again won the under-18 Vancouver Island championship in the annual Duncan-based tournament. However, luck and the law of averages � nally caught up with

Kay Staples in the B.C. junior championships in Vancou-ver. Striving for her � fth successive win in the in the under-18 singles, the Duncan girl was handicapped by a crushed � nger and up against an inspired opponent.

“She could not beat them both,” sighed the Leader. Forced to use a different grip that forced her to lift her drives too high, Kay struggled throughout the tournament. In the � nal, a rising fast-moving star from Mission knocked off the crown Kay had won for four years, a year longer than anyone else in the history of the B.C. junior championship.

She and brother Tony kept Duncan’s colours high. They won the mixed doubles easily together, and Kay and a young player from Parksville took the girls’ doubles.

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The spirit of the annual Dave Nicholson memorial fishing der-by couldn’t have shone brighter when the derby winner spring was snagged Sunday.

“On the last day of the derby, Ian (Batty) was battling the fish in the middle of the fleet,” Davey Derby organizer Audie Wil-liams reported of the final day of the three-day fishing fundraiser.

“With 460 entrants you could imagine it was pretty busy out there. The surrounding boats did their best to either steer clear or pull up their gear to try to get out of the way of Ian’s line.”

The 35-pound spring boogied under derby participant Tom Mawson’s boat and snapped off Ian’s line from Mawson’s downrigger.

“With Ian’s hook and flasher still stuck in its mouth, the fish then raced towards Rex Coburn’s boat. Rex had pulled up all of his gear but still had his flasher and hook drag-ging behind his boat and snagged the fish.”

“Rex pulled the fish in, netted it, and gave the fish back to Ian,” Williams said. “Rex could have claimed that fish as his but in the spirit of what the derby is all about and showing great sportsmanship Rex gave the fish to Ian.”

According to Williams, Coburn’s thinking was, “Ian’s hook was still in that fish’s mouth and there is no way I could keep that fish in good conscious.”

This year’s derby saw a record-breaking 460 entrants and $46,000 raised.

“That’s $19,000 more than last year,” Wil-liams said.

The childrens Bullhead Derby portion went off without a hitch as well as funny guy Kenny Shaw who came to the Port Renfrew Marina Saturday to entertain anglers.

A Jackson Grill BBQ donated by Mt. Sicker Lumber Co. and $100 worth of steaks donated by Chemainus Foods raised $3,265 for the Cowichan District Hospital pediatric ward and was won by Dwayne Hale.

The eight-foot inflatable boat donated by Jackson Marine and 2-1/2 horsepower Lehrs propane fuelled outboard motor donated by Linda Slader at The Mortgage Place raised $4,750 and was won by John Jones.

“The awards presentation was highlighted by Dave Nicholson’s family showing up to see the legacy of their dad in action,” said Williams. “Dave’s daughter Hollie and son Joel addressed the crowd and thanked them for ‘taking care of us when our Dad couldn’t.’

“It was amazing that when you consider how many people were there, the weekend went off absolutely flawlessly,” said Wil-liams.

Audie WilliamsThis 35-pound Davey Derby winning spring boogied between boats during the final fishing day Sunday. It was first hooked by Ian Batty (left) and then netted by Rex Coburn (right). In true sportsmanship fashion, Coburn handed the fish back over to Batty to claim the title.

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Some of that partying population will spend the weekend in 1,000-odd, sold-out sites for RVs, tents, campers, and trailers.

But behind the headliners, hats and hoopla sits a herd of volunteers helping Wideglide Entertainment toss a hootenanny many believe may eclipse the former Merritt Mountain Festival.

“It’s just word of mouth,” Char-lotte Fisher, SunFest’s event coordi-nator, said of year-round planning for the 11th-annual event that drew about 13,000 last year.

“This is the first year there’ve been employees all year working on it — it’s definitely our biggest so far.

“During the weekend, we’ll have about 600 shifts filled by 300 volun-teers,” she said of a revamped volun-teer program that’s key to SunFest’s perennial progress.

“We’ve done pretty well over the past 10 years. It’s a friendly atmo-sphere, and well-organized.”

Those ingredients helped SunFest flourish from humble rockin’-folk beginnings at Providence Farm to a larger event at Avalon Equestrian Centre, then to Cowichan Exhibi-tion grounds where the event went country four years ago.

While superstar Alan Jackson and others perform, Cowichan’s rockabilly party’s still about plowing proceeds into community coffers.

For instance, breakfasts Aug. 2 to 3 will see proceeds from Tim Hortons coffee go to Tim Hortons Children Foundation for sending Cowichan kids to camp.

An Aug. 4 breakfast run by the

Cowichan Sportsplex will boost that facility; the MS society gets money from daily 50/50 draws, while the Cowichan Exhibition Society’s grounds-improvement fund lands proceeds from both of SunFest’s beer gardens.

Fisher figured various valley charities have shared about $250,000, plus other gift donations, from all SunFests.

That’s awesome Samaritanism to fan Jeannie Mellor,

“SunFest does a lot for the area’s economy. People come from all over to see it, and be here in our valley.”

Fisher cited a family of 10 coming from Norway to see Jackson.

“Just one hotel had vacancies left for this weekend. Having everyone here for SunFest is a huge thing for the valley.”

Mellor also applauded festival security staff keeping the event safe in various fenced areas.

“The fenced area for drinking seems to work great; there are people watching the fence so people can’t hand booze over it,” said Mellor who, with husband Mark, has helped what’s become Cowichan’s largest festival.

Safety’s priority-one for SunFest staff arranging a private security firm, plus RCMP, to keep the peace around the clock, explained Fisher,

noting a 24-hour security textline at 250-510-6050.

“There’s way more security this year,” said Mellor. “As the event grows, they get more and more security.”

Those precautions are permitting a new party zone, plus a party pit, fronting half of the main stage.

The side Saloon Stage also offers line dancing with instructor Carol Mason Friday and Saturday, 1-2 p.m.

Toss in 10 vendors, mechanical bull, bouncy castle, hay rides, Aug. 3 and 4 new farmers’ market (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.) and tractor pull (11 a.m. to 1 p.m.), and there’s plenty of onsite

action, plus offsite offerings.“They have a bus that will take

people to town for shopping, or site seeing, it’s great,” said Mellor.

Back on CowEx grounds, she cited Chad Brownlee as her favourite act so far.

“SunFest is a great opportunity to see some wonderful country stars in action, for those of us who’d never go to a concert in an arena.

“It’s great being outside, enjoying the surroundings of the beautiful mountains and fields. There’s so much one can do — even before the music starts.”

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Andrew Leong/fileMore than 13,000 country fans took in last year’s SunFest at the Cowichan Exhibition grounds. The crowd will easily equal and probably surpass that this weekend.

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August 1 Shawnigan Players present Twelfth Night: Outdoor perfor-mance at the Gem o’ the Isle

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WINTER, Trudy CarmelleDecember 4th 1950 – July 20th 2013

Mother, Daughter, Sister, Aunt, Grandma, Mentor, Friend, Angel We will forever love and remember you for being:

Gentle. Kind. Caring. Fun. Loving. Loyal. Honest. Open. Accepting. Playful. Dedicated. Hilarious. Unconditional. Silly. Thoughtful. Environmentally

conscious. Curious. Creative. Grateful.

It is with great sadness, and a heavy heart that we share the passing of our beautiful Mother, Trudy Carmelle Winter. Trudy leaves behind the sunshine of her life - her two children Jesse Winter (partner Anna Robb and her beloved grandson Finn Winter), and Rachel Winter (partner Ian Willey, and their little baby who is due to come into this world in November). Trudy loved children, her friends, her community, gardening, recycling, laughing, walking, and being with the people she loved. She enjoyed the simple things in life, and was so grateful for each day. Trudy worked as an Educational Assistant at Evergreen Independent School for over 20 years. She also taught Figure Skating in the Cowichan Valley for many years. Trudy touched many young lives in her community, and enriched their endeavors with her kind and supportive way.A ‘Celebration of Life’ will be held at the Cobble Hill Hall (3550 Watson Avenue) on Saturday, September 14th @ 2pm. Please bring your memories, a small dish of your favorite food to share, your own plate, utensils, and teacup. At Trudy’s request, her ‘Celebration of Life’ will be a ‘Zero Waste Event’The family asks that if people feel that they want to honor Trudy (in lieu of flowers) please donate to Evergreen Independent School’s garden. We will have a donation box set up at her ‘Celebration of Life’Our beautiful Mother will be greatly missed, but will live on in our hearts eternally.

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CARTER – Douglas Harrison passed away in the Cowichan District Hospital on July 20th, 2013. Born in Comox, BC on September 17th, 1945. Predeceased by his parents Tom and Lil Carter. Survived by his loving wife Lynne of 42 years; daughter, Leesa of Victoria, BC; son, Craig (Michelle); sister, Patti Clark (Hugh); brother, Raymond of Ladner, BC; nieces, Cindy, Jennifer (Mike). Doug started logging at the age of 15, and was a partner with his father in T.

& D. Carter Holdings Ltd., from 1964 to 1986, and then Doug became principle owner of the company. He was an active member and past-president of the Cowichan Valley Hoo-Hoo Club, in 2001 -2002 and was a recreational golfer, fisherman, and enjoyed camping.Celebration of Doug’s life will be held August 10th, 2013 at 1:00 pm from the Mellor Hall, Cowichan Exhibition Park, Duncan, BC Flowers gratefully declined. In memory of Doug those so desiring may make donations to BC Children’s Hospital 4480 Oak Street, B321, Vancouver, BC V6H 3V4 or the BC Heart & Stroke Foundation #107 – 1001 Cloverdale Avenue, Victoria, BC V8X 4C9. The family would like to acknowledge the kind and compassionate care that Douglas received, from the Cowichan District Hospital, staff, doctors and nurses. Condolences may be offered to the family at

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FITZ-GEORGE, MaureenFebruary 13, 1934 – July 29, 2013

Maureen passed away peacefully on July 29, 2013 with her family by her side at Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria, BC. Maureen was born in York, England on February 13, 1934 to Anne and Steve Richardson. She moved to Canada at the age of 19 where she met and married George in 1956. She was predeceased by George and her granddaughter

Jaimee. Maureen is survived by her children Gail (Ron), Lynn (Michael), Mark and Lee (Sadie) as well as her grandchildren Chris, Daniel, Courtnee, Laura, Jasmine, Kimberley, Jessie and Mikaela, her dog Jake and many close friends.We would like to thank the CCU staff at Royal Jubilee Hospital for their compassionate care of our Mom and Grandma.A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, August 2nd at 1:00 p.m. at HW Wallace Cremation and Burial Centre, 5285 Polkey Road, Duncan, BC.In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the charity of your choice.Online condolences may be made at www.hwwallacecbc.com

Celebration of Life for theLate Doug Orr, past fire chief

of the Cowichan Bay Fire RescueTo be held at the Fire Hall (side stairs)

On August 10, 2013,from 11:30 – 1:30

Telford of Ladysmith(250)245-5553

KNIGHT Mabel JanetMarch 19, 1915 –July 19, 2013

Mabel was predeceased by her husband Eric and sons Glenn and Roy Knight and is survived by her daughter Charlene James (Norm), daughter in laws Clara and Bev Knight. Her grandchildren are Stephen, Byron, Peter, Andy, Rebecca, Damion and Dena who between them all had provided Mabel with 18 great grandchildren .She is survived by her dear

sister Gladys Cochrane.Mabel was born in Calgary, Alberta on March 19, 1915 and went home to be with her Lord on July 19, 2013. Mabel was a long-time member of Brae Road Gospel Chapel, Duncan BC and a resident of Chemainus for over 95 years. Service will be held August 10, 2013 @ 2:00 p.m. at Brae Road Gospel Chapel, 321 Brae Road, Duncan BC. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to “Camp Imadene Sponsorship Fund, PO Box 374, Mesachie Lake, BC V0R 2N0 Condolences may be offered at [email protected]

H.W. WallaceCremation & Burial Centre Inc

250-701-0001NEW LOCATION: 5285 Polkey Road.

Email: [email protected] www.hwwallacecbc.comLocally Owned & Operated

✦ Afforable cremation and burialoptions including natural services

✦ Bronze & granite headstones✦ Pre-arrangements Harold

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IN MEMORIAM

In Memoriam

Kirk John Schwestak

August 16, 1968 - August 5, 1994

Death cannot sever the ties that bind our souls through

mortal years. They last forever.

Doug

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DEATHS

PATRICIA MABEL (WEBB) BRIVNA

April 22, 1925-July 22, 2013Was born in Coventry Eng-land on April 22, 1925. Her mother past way when Patri-cia was 6 months old, and was raised by her grandpar-ents. When Patricia was 16 years old during WW11, she worked in a factory assem-bling bombs. At one point in time, her home was bombed, so she moved into a shelter. In mid 1950’s she married Vladimir Brivna in England. They immigrated to Canada in 1958, and lived in Thun-der pay, Ontario. In 1961, Patricia left for Brit-ish Columbia on her own. While living in Victoria to work, she worked at the Government House and also at Victoria General Hospital for many years. Patricia moved to Ladysmith and commuted back and forth to Victoria to work. Lat-er on in her career, she be-came the Director of Volun-teers at the Cowichan District Hospital where she was in charge of 300 volun-teers. She retired from the hospital work, sold her home and travelled extensively throughout the world with a very close friend Mary Gib-son, from Cobble Hill. After traveling around the world and enjoying herself from the life work, she plant-ed her roots in southern part of Vancouver Island, where she met a young lady who helped her out every which way she could. Patricia passed away peacefully and comfortably at Victoria Gen-eral Hospital on July 22, 2013, exactly 3 months after her 88th birthday. On Friday July 26, 2013 she was remembered at Vital Vit-tles ( Holy Trinity Anglican Church) where she enjoyed lunch on most Friday’s. She will be missed dearly by many very close friends and Family members. Memorial Service will be an-nounced at a later date.

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You can make a difference...Save the Bread Van!

Did you know that the Cowichan Food Connection,

which operates the Bread Van, relies on public

donations to FUEL the Van?Our fuel bill alone is over $2000/month and many

months we do not have the necessary funds & the bills

are piling up.Every week we deliver in

upwards of 3000 loaves of bread and baked goods

throughout the Cowichan Valley. It is all donated to

people who would otherwise go hungry (schools, Food Banks, Seniors Centres, & many more). Go to http://

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or contact the secretary, Kim Sayer at 250-856-0046

for more information.

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LOST AND FOUND

FOUND: A small denomina-tion of money, in the area of the soccer fi elds and curling club off Sherman Rd, the morning of Thur, July 25, be-tween 6:00 am - 6:30 am. To identify and claim call 250-748-1002.

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LOST: CAT, young male, black and very shy. From To-paz Park area. Please check yards and sheds. Call if found (250)381-6009.

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

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The Government of Canada has contributed funding to this initiative

Project Coordinator Required 6 month contract position 35 hours/week September 9, 2013 to March 28, 2014

Community Options Society is seeking a Project Coordinator for the Life Skills to Employment program for youth 15 to 30 years of age.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the coordination and delivery of the workshop based Life Skills to Employment program and will have a good understand-ing of current youth issues and employment barriers, knowledge of youth services in the Cowichan Valley, excellent communication skills, previous experience, and/or training. Criminal record check required.

Must have a valid BC driver’s licence and a reliable vehicle. Closing date August 9, 2013

Please forward resume and cover letter toCommunity Options SocietyPO Box 743 Duncan BC V9L 3Y1Fax 250-746-0032Email [email protected] We thank all applicants for their interest, only those short-listed will be contacted.

The Government of Canada has contributed funding to this initiative

Facilitator/Coach Required 6 month contract position 35 hours/weekSeptember 9, 2013 to March 28, 2014

Community Options Society is seeking a Facilitator/Coach for the Life Skills to Em-ployment course for youth 15 to 30 years.

The successful candidate will have a good understanding of current youth issues and employment barriers, knowledge of youth services in the Cowichan Valley, excellent communication skills, previous experience, and/or training. Criminal record check required.

Must have a valid BC driver’s licence and a reliable vehicle. Closing date August 9, 2013

Please forward resume and cover letter toCommunity Options SocietyPO Box 743 Duncan BC V9L 3Y1Fax 250-746-0032Email [email protected] We thank all applicants for their interest, only those short-listed will be contacted.

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We currently have the following openings:

Area Planner Campbell River

Planning Assistant Campbell River

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Detailed job postings can be viewed athttp://www.westernforest.com/building-value/our-people-employment/careersWFP offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package. If you believe that you have the skills and qualifications that we are looking for, please reply in confidence to:Human Resource Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611Email: [email protected]

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Penelakut TribeEducation Department

P.O. Box 360Chemainus, BC, V0R 1K6

Tel: (250) 246-2321 Fax: (250) 246-2725

The Penelakut Tribe Education Department is seeking a

TEACHERWe are looking for an outstanding, dedicated individual who is passionate about working with teens and adults as they complete their high school course work, upgrading, or post-secondary prerequisites. The Adult/Teen Teacher will create an inviting, challenging classroom environment for Adult/Teen students from multi-level stages of reading, writing and numeracy.

Qualifications and Skills available at www.penelakut.ca

Please submit a resume, cover letter and the names of three (3) references to:Regina Sam, Education CoordinatorPenelakut Tribe First [email protected]: (250) 246-2725

Penelakut TribeSmun’eem Headstart

DaycareP.O. Box 360

Chemainus, BC, V0R 1K6Tel: (250) 246-2321 Fax: (250) 246-2725

The Penelakut Tribe Daycare Program is seeking an Early Childhood Educator

Preschool TeacherUnder the direction of the Daycare Manager, the Preschool teacher will be responsible for planning and implementing a program to teach young children. They must ensure the development and safety of these children in accordance to the Penelakut Smun’eem Daycare’s Policies and Procedures:

Qualifications, Skills and Responsibilities available at www.penelakut.ca

Please submit a resume, cover letter and the names of three (3) references to:Marcie Jack, Daycare ManagerPenelakut Tribe First [email protected]: (250) 246-9358Closing date for applications: August 9, 2013

HELP WANTED

FOOTPRINTS SECURITY is hiring licensed security patrol drivers & guards. Resume to:[email protected]


CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

NOW HIRING. Full-time car-penter. Position to include benefi ts. Wage dependant on experience. Please drop re-sumes to: #2 - 3012 Boys Rd


CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

HAIRSTYLIST WANTED Full time/part time for First Choice Hair Cutters in their Duncan locations. Guaranteed $12 per hour, 25% profi t sharing, paid overtime, benefi ts, paid birth-day, vacation pay, annual ad-vanced training and advance-ment opportunities. For an interview call 250-715-1779.

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.


P/T CLEANING Person req’d for Shawnigan Beach Resort. Refs necessary. Please call, (250)743-2360.

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Maple Bay Marina

Coffee bar & Market team. Successful candidate is

committed to stellar customer service, must

have a friendly attitude & reliable transportation.

Duties; retail sales, food prep, serving, and offi ce

work; 30-35hrs/week. Cash handling experience & Food Safe certifi cation

required - barista experience an asset.

Email resume to: [email protected]

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.

Social Planning Cowichan requires an

Executive Director$28.00/hr

See website for details at:www.socialplanningcowichan.org

Email resume [email protected]

Closes: August 11, 2013

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

P/T RECEPTIONIST/ ADMINISTRATIVE

ASSISTANT19.5 hours/week.

QUALIFICATIONS:• Demonstrated Profi -

ciency in: Microsoft Offi ce (especially Word, Excel, Power-Point, Publisher), so-cial media, e-mailers (e.g. Constant Com-ment or Chimp Mail) and web updates (Wordpress).

• Warm and welcoming presence.

• Excellent organiza-tional, interpersonal and communication skills.

• Willing to take hos-pice training.

For a detailed job de-scription please contact Cowichan Valley Hos-pice at:[email protected] date: August 14, 2013.

HOME CARE/SUPPORT

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

TRADES, TECHNICAL

PIPE LAYERS, EQUIPMENT OPERATORS required at Lo-car Industries. Minimum 5 years experience. Good wag-es+ benefi ts, local work. Fax resume to 250-751-3314.

ROOFERS. Cedar Shake Installers in Edmonton, AB. Excellent Rates! Call Daren 1-780-461-8995.

VOLUNTEERS

THE COWICHAN FOOD CONNECTION

aka: The Bread Van is in need of volunteers for

delivery driver(s) for bread runs to Nanaimo and back.

The only remuneration to be paid is a feeling of good karma, free bread and a

sense of helping those less fortunate then yourselves.

Requirements for the driver are: a good driving record

and a great attitude! Please email resume to:

offi [email protected] to apply for this worthwhile

cause.

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

HELP WANTED

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

FRIENDLY FRANK

FOLDING TEAK Chairs, good for patio or in home, $20. ea or $75. all four. (250)748-9774.

FUEL/FIREWOOD

FIREWOOD: Clear fi r, full rounds, delivered, you split. $150/cord. 250-715-7079

SEASONED FIREWOOD 250-510-0412.

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

FURNITURE

QUEEN MATTRESS SET Brand New. Sealed in original plastic. $200. (250)713-9680

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

10” ROCKWELL Table Saw, includes 24/24 line rip quide, new inclosed Baldor door, 1.5 HP motor, 115/220v, on cabi-net base w/casters, $350. #740 Power Shop 10” Radial arm saw on cabinet base w/casters, great working order, $195. (250)246-4409.

HERITAGE PAWN BARGAINS!

Got GOLD? Don’t SELL it. Use it for a collateral

loan instead! Plus our usual great deals on items like Video Game Systems, Laptops, Guitars, Stereos, Cell Phones, Jewel-ry, Digital Cameras, Digital Scales, BluRays, Cordless Drills, Socket Sets, Sanders, Pressure Washers, Drum Kits, Surround Systems, Vin-tage Audio and much more!!! Many more deals in store!430 Whistler. 250-746-9810.heritagepawnbrokers.com

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

LAWNMOWER. 22” Swath Murray B&S, gas powered. 4HP adjustable wheel levels, folding handle. Exc. Cond. $125. 250-748-9774

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

HELP WANTED

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

VARIOUS SECOND hand household items at Red’s Em-porium. Furniture, tools,dishes, etc. 19 High St, Lady-smith. Call 250-245-7927.

MISCELLANEOUS WANTED

FREEVerbal Appraisals

of yourTreasures

with donations to theS.P.C.A

Please help!

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$$ BUYING $$House call’s conducted. Steam engines, whistles, ships, parts from steam & sail, steam train parts bells & whistles, navigation instru-ments, old diving gear, an-tique militaria, sword’s, mus-kets, shako’s, helmets, badges, medals, interested in all militaria. Unusual clocks, pocket watches, wrist watches, old toys, fountain pens & inkwells, whales teeth, marine paintings & anything dolphin’s, ship builders models, buying all items of interest. Buying all gold, silver & coins. Abso-lutely highest prices paid. Bring what you have to OK Tire Duncan. 10:30-4:00pm, open Tue. thru Sat., starting Tue., Aug. 6

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

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

REAL ESTATE

APARTMENT/CONDOS

2-BEDROOM CONDO groundfl oor in desirable Saanichton.Open concept, electric fi re-place, custom kitchen. Carpets& laminate. Ensuite laundry,small pet ok. Low strata fee.Great starter, $235,000. Byappointment 1-250-652-1218

FOR SALE BY OWNER

55 + PARK, 2 Bedroom, 1bath, deck, carport, smallshop, metal storage, propaneheat, new metal roof, 5 appl,$18,000. (250) 597-3319

55+ PARK South Nanaimo. 2-bdrm, 2 bath, 2 decks. 8’x16’addition. Level grass lot. Smallpet OK. $332. pad rent.$45,000. (250)755-1774.

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

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214-2515 Alexander St, Duncan $7002 BR suite w/ 2 apps, hot water incl. 2350 MacDonald Rd, Shawnigan Lk$7002 BR lower suite w/ 4 apps, close to beach 5803 Banks Rd, Duncan $7752 BR 1.5 bth + den townhouse w/ 2 apps 105-231 McKinstry Rd, Duncan $9503 BR 2 bth condo w/ 5 apps,covered prking 617 Alderwood Dr, Ladysmith $10503 BR rancher w/ 4 apps, wood stove, shed 1B-3144 Golab Pl, Duncan $1095 3 BR 1.5 bth townhouse w/ 5 apps, shed 5209 Hykawy Rd, Duncan $1095 3 BR 2 bth sxs duplex w/ 4 apps, garage 212 4TH Ave Extension, Ladysmith $1195 3 BR + den 2 bth home w/ 5 apps, shed 5907 Upland Ave, Duncan $1195 2 BR 2 bth duplex w/ den, 5 apps, garage 332 Methuen St, Ladysmith $1235 4 BR home w/ 5 apps, garage, ocean view 3410 Hillside Rd, Saltair $1250 5 BR 2 bth home w/ 6 apps, in-law suite, fp 1104 Fitzgerald Rd, Shawnigan Lk$1250 2 BR home w/ 6 apps, fully fenced, garage 1152 Fern Ridge Dr, Mill Bay $1430 4 BR 3 bth home w/ 6 apps, fp, dbl garage 6798 Norcross Rd, Duncan $1595 2 BR Italian villa style home on vineyard 1821 Braeburn Pl, Duncan $1900 4 BR 3 bth home, 5 apps,office,dbl garage

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

REAL ESTATE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

COZY COTTAGE on 2.14 acres a stone’s throw from the ocean. This 800sqft, 2 bed-room home was completely renovated in 2007 with new electric, plumbing, bathroom, kitchen, roof, etc. It is close to schools, a corner store, and neighbourhood pub and is only 5 kms to downtown Courte-nay. The property is zoned for 2 dwellings so you could live in the cottage while building your dream home and after rent out the cottage for extra revenue. Gardener’s paradise with sev-eral heritage fruit trees, ber-ries, grape vines and beautiful roses. The Royston area re-ceived a grant this year to put in sewer. (778)428-1159.

FRENCH CREEK CHARMER 3 bdrm/2 ba on .23 acre. Many updates. Warm, welcoming & move in ready. $337,900. By appt. [email protected]. 250-752-4741.

LOG HOME overlooking Lake Cowichan, 1.5 acres. Small 1 bdrm ground level suite, in fl oor heating, fenced garden w/fruit trees. Generator and solar. $375,000. Call (250)745-3880. View on:www.usedvictoria.com

MUST SEE FLOAT HOME!

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

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(documents available)Only $195,000Located at Maple Bay

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REAL ESTATE

HOUSES FOR SALE

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 $358,800.

Exceptionally low yearly cost. Not leased land.

Call [email protected]

RV SITES

REDUCED SUMMER pricing. Beachfront Avorado RV Re-sort. New sites for sale $44,500. Co-op Resort w/Life-time Ownership! Call (250)228-3586 or online at: www.avorado.com

LOTS

COWICHAN BAY. Fantastic ocean view lot, 1.43 acres. Well, roughed

in road, septic fi eld. 2 building sites.

Recently listed at $349,000. Reduced to $277,700.

Court ordered sale, OPEN TO OFFERS.

Call Paradise Mortgages Ltd., (250)743-5113

MAPLE BAY 3 acre lot with unobstructed water views. Services to lot line, septic test-ing completed. $299,000. (250) 370-1469

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

2 BDRM, 2 bath, underground parking, in-suite laundry, cen-tral location, N/S, pet ok. $850/month. (250) 746-6509

$625 & UP1 Bdrm, main fl oor, new laminate. Near

Mall & Aquatic Centre. On bus route.

Heat & H/W incl’d Call 250-748-1304.

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

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

*Renovated units*Indoor Pets welcome

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fi rst month’s rent_____________________

Call (250) 710-7515 to view

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RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

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

CENTRAL CHEMAINUS oceanview modern 2 bdrm, 1000sq ft grnd lvl, 5 appls, pri-vate patio, wi-fi , parking, $1000. Available Sept 1. NS/NP. Call 250-246-4313.

CENTRAL LOCATION, Bach, 1, 2 & 3 bdrms, balcony, F/S, heat & hot water(1 bldg only), parking, pet considered, $550-$950/mo. Call 250-748-7764

DUNCAN- 2 bdrm Condo in town, close to all amens, 5 appls, insuite W/D, hot water & hydro included, N/S, cat ok. $800. Aug 15. 250-746-7536.

Meicor PropertiesChemainus: Lockwood Villa. Well kept bldg, ocean view, 1 bdrm $625, 2 bdrm $725, available now. N/S, 1 sm pet welcome. 250-246-1033.

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Meicor PropertiesLadysmith: 1 bdrm suites $720/mo; 2 bdrm starting at $800/mo incl. heat & hot wa-ter, sm pets ok. 250-668-9086.www.meicorproperties.com

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. Small pets considered close to a

leash free park.

SPRINGRIDGE MANOR Has a new look!

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

Corners & University. Includes heat & hot water.

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

Aug. 1stCall Cory (250)732-1839

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RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

SHAUGHNESSY GARDENS

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

MONTH RENT!CALL TO VIEW 250.710.7515 250.748.3412

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APARTMENTS FURNISHED

COWICHAN Bay VIEW 1Bd frnshd suite. $1000 inc utils. wifi . 7-appls. NS. NP. mtur rtr. Refs rqd. Sept 1. (250)597-4161

WATERFRONT (Shawnigan Lake) deluxe furn’d 1 bdrm, 7 appls, NS/NP. Avail Sept 1 un-til June 30, $950/mo inclds utils & wi-fi , cable. 250-743-1667. vrbo.com/187840

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

---------1000 sq’ - 7000 sq’

Store front with excellent exposure, overhead doors,

ample parking,available now.

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

to view

WORKSHOP- 2 km south of Duncan. 24x30 heated plus at-tached heated 8x60 plus 12x32x11 covered RV parking. 100 amp service. $500/mo. Avail August 1. 250-748-5290.

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. Aug 1.

DUNCAN AREA: Huge half duplex, large yard, 4 bdrms, F/P. $1250/mo. + utils. Avail. Sept. 1st. 1(250)704-1251.

DUNCAN- CLOSE to schools & town, 5 Bdrms sxs, 2.5 bath, W/D hook-up. No pets. Avail. Aug 15. Call (250)748-4285.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR RENT

MUST VIEWMountain View Terrace Estates

3420 Auchinachie Road----------------------------------1 bdrm bright & spacious,

newly renovated. Available now!

Free heat & hot water.------------------------------

Resident managers on site

CALL NOW250-748-3321

MUST VIEWMountain View Terrace Estates

3420 Auchinachie Road----------------------------------1 bdrm bright & spacious,

newly renovated. Available now!

Free heat & hot water.------------------------------

Resident managers on site

CALL NOW250-748-3321

MOBILE HOMES & PADS

55+, Clean, quiet park. 20 mins from Duncan. $500/month. Hydro incld. 250-732-5859. [email protected]

HOMES FOR RENT

3-BDRM, 2 BATH. $1075. Great location in Chemainus. Huge yard, pet friendly. July 15 or Aug. 1. See Craigslist for details.Call 1(604)786-1600 or [email protected]

LAKE COWICHAN 2 bdrm + loft, central location. $900. Avail. Aug. 1. 250-748-1980.

RENTALS

HOMES FOR RENT

COBBLE HILL, 2 Bdrm, wood/elec heat, F/S, W/D hookup, clean, quiet area. N/S, N/P. Avail now. $900/mo. Ref. (250) 743-0650

COBBLE HILL- 3 bdrms, 3 bath, fenced yard, dbl garage. Pets considered. Avail Aug, 1. $1500/mo. (778)352-1618.

DUNCAN- 2 BDRM 1370sq ft, upper level executive home in sought after area. $1200/mo includes utils. (250)748-0684.

DUNCAN- (close to town) 4 bdrm home on Jaynes Rd, 2 full bath, 1 ensuite, W/D hook-up. Pet considered. $1250+ utils. Available now. Call (250)748-8227 or 250-709-2581.

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

LAKE COWICHAN- small 2 bdrm house on waterfront, walk to town. Large 2 bay gar-age/shop area attached. Oil furnace & wood airtight. NP, WD, FS. Refs. $900. 250-701-1914 or 250-701-1919

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

WATERFRONT, Maple Bay, 3 bdrm, 5 appl., Avail Sept. 1. $1200. (250)748-0691

OFFICE/RETAIL

DOWNTOWN DUNCAN 2500 sq.ft. 6 separate offi ces, re-ception, conference area & kitchen, 2nd fl oor, AC, lots of windows. 604-820-8929.

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

RECREATION

RV RESORT ON THE LAKE

Spots available at great rates. Daily, weekly,

monthly. Pool, Hot tub, exercise room, laundry,

putting green, hiking, fi sh-ing. Free coffee in one of

the best clubhouses on the island. Nanaimo area.

www.resortonthelake.com250-754-1975 or

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SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING

DEERTRAIL COTTAGE INC

Licensed private long term care for seniors,

private room with bathroom available. 24hr care. Call Lori,

(250)746-9641.

STORAGE

1400sq ft BUILDING in Cow-ichan Station for storage or project. Has water and counter space. Avail August 1. $400/all sections. Can be sub-dived into 3 sections. Call (250)752-1213.

DUNCAN - STORAGE in se-cure private garage near CDH, approx 14 x 17 with shelving, plus space for small car. Available now. $125/mo. Call after 6 pm 250-748-8855

SUITES, LOWER

CHEMAINUS: 1BDRM suite, level entry. Private ent & park-ing. $725/mo. (250)246-2665.

CROFTON- 2 bdrm, bright, in suite laundry, covered parking, locking storage area. Long Term preferred with possible rent reduction. $800+ utils. Call 250-210-0756.

DUNCAN: 1 bdrm, separate entr, shared laundry. Close to bus route. Utils incld’d. $650.+ damage dep. N/S, non-partier, Ref’s req’d. Avail. immediately. Call (250)748-4470.

RENTALS

SUITES, LOWER

DUNCAN: 2 bdrm, priv entry, grnd level, small yard, close to amenities. Laundry available. $700+ utils. NS/NP, no parties. Call 250-701-3213.

MILL BAY- clean, bright, lrg, quiet 1 bdrm, 4 appls, F/P, own entry, covered prking+ patio, yard w/ocean view. $625+1/2 utils. (250)743-6072.

N.CHEMAINUS, STUDIO suite, furn’d or unfurn’d, on 2 acres. $650. inclds heat & hot water. Shared W/D, patio. Call (250)709-3872.

Shawnigan Lake - Bright Ground Floor Suite, Near Vil-lage, 1 BDRM, 600 sq ft, clean, quiet, 3 appls., HD cable, WiFi and util. incl., deck, garden view, n/s, n/p. avail. now, $675/mo. 250-743-6754

SHAWNIGAN- LRG 2 bdrm above grnd, 1150sqft, parking, W/D, NS/NP. $950 utils incld. Avail now. 250-715-6951.

SUITES, UPPER

DUNCAN, 1 Bdrm, incl. F/S, W/D, N/S, N/P, hydro, satellite, heat pump, private deck, Mt. View. $775. (250)746-8070

DUNCAN: 3 bdrms on Sher-man Rd. Inclds appls, big back yard, $1100. NP/NS. Avail Sept. 1. Call (250)510-5526.

DUNCAN- (6100 Pinnacle Pl) bright newer 2 bdrm, gas fi re-place, 5 appls, close to schools & hospital. N/S. $925 mo. Call 250-743-7873.

DUNCAN- as new 1 bdrm, own entry, on acreage Stamps Rd. F/S, W/D, heat, hydro, A/C incld. Suit one sin-gle mature person. N/S, no parties. Cat ok. $700. 250-746-5228 or 250-709-2466.

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

MAPLE BAY, Great waterfront views, 2 bdrm, on acreage, 4 appl’s, wood burning fp, lrg deck. N/S, N/P, $1150. Avail Sept 1. Ref’s. (250) 370-1469

HOMES FOR RENT

TRANSPORTATION

AUTO FINANCING

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CARS

1990 Oldsmobile Cutlas Ciera,V6, $500 OBO. (250)748-4508

1998 Buick Century Ltd.81,000 miles, economical 3.1V6, all power, leather int. 2ndowner. Rust free, Calif. car,exceptional cond. Must see$2,900 obo. (250)751-1915

2005 Toyota Corolla, 78,000 kms. Blue, Very clean, re-liable, economical, cruise, air,power windows, doors, CD,one owner. $8500 250-709-5425 Duncan

SPORTS & IMPORTS

1999 GRAY Ford GT Mus-tang- 1 owner, 147,000 km, allreceipts, $7,950. Call(250)760-7758.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLESFOR SALE

1990 JAYCO Truck Camper for small truck. 7 ft long, popup top. New fridge, stove, pro-pane tank & battery. $1000call: (250) 748-5804

HOMES FOR RENT

GARAGE SALES

CHEMAINUS- 3541 Mt Sicker Rd, Sat, Aug 3, 9am-4pm. No early birds. Household, toys, tools.

COBBLE HILL: 4169 Judge Dr., Mon., Aug. 5th, 9-2pm. twin bed, small tables, couch, chair, china, kitchen items, garden tools, etc...

DUNCAN: Sat., Aug. 3, 9-3pm. 1360 Maple Bay Rd, Furniture, household items, Leclerc 36” loom.

MILL BAY: 2591 Keir Rd., Sat., Aug. 3rd, 10am-3pm. General household sale!

GARAGE SALES

GARAGE SALE August 10, 2013, 9-2 at 2983 River Rd., Chemainus. Two households becoming one....double the fun. Something for everyone.

MILL BAY: Sat Aug 3, 9-3. 2418 Mill Bay Rd. Household, collectibles, clothing, etc! No early birds please!!

SALTAIR- 11091 VALDON Road. Sat, Aug. 3, 9-4pm. Yard Sale! Household items, furniture, more man’s treas-ures, skiis for collector.

Garage SalesGarage Sales

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TRANSPORTATION

RECREATIONAL VEHICLESFOR SALE

1993 Okanagan 5th wheel with pullout. New Fridge & HW tank. Located at Duncan RV park - pics on Used Cow-ichan. Asking $6,000 obo. Call 250-748-5432

2002 28’ CAVALIER Motor home, sleeps 8, Ford Chassis V10 engine & 5.5 kw genera-tor. 45,000 miles. Private queen master bed, 2 pc. bath & sep. shower. Microwave & TV/DVD combo. Excellent condition! Mechanically sound! $28,000. OBO 250-245-5519

2006 Jazz by Thor 25’10” De-luxe travel trailer with front and rear slideout, walk around queen bed, A/C, fully loaded. Very little use. Stored under cover & never off the pave-ment. $19,000. Duncan. (250)746-5455

TRANSPORTATION

SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

2003 JEEP Liberty Ltd. Edi-tion, black, auto, 4WD, 3.7L V6. Recent check up. 123,000km. Leather, power everything, cruise, CD/tape player, spare tire. $8,600. Call 1-250-812-8646.

TOWING

CASHFor Scrap Vehicles

Call Tight Line Towing

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SOUNDERS TOWING

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VTRUCKS & ANS

1985 Nissan Pickup, Stan-dard, Blue. $800. Call (250) 748-1940

TRANSPORTATION

VTRUCKS & ANS

1998 MAZDA MPV, 140K,orig. senior driven, seats 8, V6, au-to, loaded, CD, AC. Just ser-viced, new tires, brakes. Exc. cond. $3,900 (250)756-9300

2004 CHEVY Venture, fully loaded, 6 passenger van. One owner. Excellent cond. $7,000. (250)754-2680

2010 CHEVY SILVERADO 4x4, quad cab, auto, tow hitch, running boards. 52,000 km, lady driven. $23,000. OBO Call (250)732-5928.

MARINE

MARINE ACCESSORIES

28’ E-Z Loader tandem axle rollered boat trailer, appr. 9000 lb, very nice condition! In Pt. Alberni $3,800 Merc Cruiser Bravo 3 leg/drive 2 x 20” stain-less props, appr. 100 hours, professionally rebuilt, ready to go! In Youbou $3,500. Call 250-725-3700.

BOATS

1989 Sun Runner. 21Ft. with cuddy. In board Volvo-Penta Engine. Boat Trailer. Includes: As new 9hp Yamaha Kicker motor, 2 scotty electric down riggers, Lowrance GPS. VHF radio. Ready for fi shing! $10,500 O.B.O (250)743-3503

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CLEANING SERVICES

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

SPOTLESS HOME Cleaning. Affordable, Exp’d, Reliable, Ef-fi cient. Exc refs. 250-508-1018

COMPUTER SERVICES

ABLE COMPUTER REPAIRIn-home service. Seniors’

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GARDENING

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IRRIGATION/SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

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LANDSCAPING

PETTER’S YARD Care- 25 years experience, landscape design, maintenance, pressure wash. Call 250-748-9775.

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PAINTING

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Call 250-246-0248

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

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

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WINDOWS

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Don BodgerNews Leader Pictorial

The Duncan Nationals Midget AA baseball squad completed its final tune-ups for the provin-cial championships that

started Thursday.The Nationals won both games in

a doubleheader at Campbell River.Campbell River started its pitching

ace in the first game, but Duncan got to him for nine runs in the first three innings, including a three-run homer by Jordy Frost to build an 8-1 lead.

The margin reached 13-2 at the end of the fifth and then the Nation-als seemed to relax a bit after that, as Campbell River scored some late runs to make the final score 18-11.

Andrew Larson got on base all four times he batted and Blair Rob-ertson collected three hits.

The Nationals also jumped way in front in the second game, 7-1 after four innings and cruised to a 10-5 win.

Zach Komst led the offense with two triples. Aaron Frost also hit a triple.

The Nationals received offensive production from the entire lineup.

The defence also played well, with double plays turned by Cam Frame and Max Winter, while the pitch-ing from the two games by Frame, Aaron and Jordy Frost, Larson, Reiya Tomida and Adam Sakuma was solid.

Previously, the Nationals took two of three games from the Nanaimo Junior Pirates Premier team.

The Nationals beat the Pirates 7-1 in Nanaimo. Strong pitching by Jordy Frost, Frame and Larson limited the Pirates to only two hits and one earned run.

A double by Larson knocked in Frame for the Nationals’ first run in the first inning. Two in the second came after a Max Winter line drive up the middle to get things going

and Tomida crossed the plate to fin-ish the rally.

The Nationals added single runs in the third and fifth. In the seventh, Robertson’s single was followed by a towering double off the base of the wall by Komst and a triple by Jordy Frost for two more runs.

Defensive play in the outfield was solid from Adam Fukakusa, Sakuma and Wes Smith.

The same two teams split a fol-lowup doubleheader at Duncan’s Evans Park.

The Pirates won the first game 12-9.

“The normally solid defence of the Nationals disappeared in the third inning, as errors led to three Pirate runs,’’ noted head coach Jim Frost.

The Nationals got two back in the fourth on a two-out double by Aaron Frost and then tied the game in the fifth on a Robertson home run.

Errors plagued the Nationals again in the sixth, as the Pirates scored six.

The Nationals clawed back again in the bottom of the inning with five on singles by Sakuma, Larson, Komst, Jordy Frost and doubles from Aaron Frost and Alex Boos.

“Although the comeback fell short, I was proud of how the kids battled back,’’ noted Jim Frost.

The Nationals cruised to a 9-1 lead after four innings in the second game and posted a 10-7 victory.

Only one unearned run was scored against Nationals’ starter Larson over five innings. He also hit a triple in the second to drive in two runs and Tomida went three-for-three at the plate.

The Nationals produced runs from throughout the lineup and the defence was strong.

The Nationals played three games Thursday at Duncan’s Evans Park to start the provincials. Friday’s sched-ule features a noon game against Aldergrove and the Nationals take on Coquitlam Saturday at 9 a.m.

The final is at 2 p.m. Sunday.


An island championship repeat wasn’t in the cards for the Duncan Cardinals peewee AA baseball team during

the zone playdowns at Evans Park, but they’re savouring a return trip to the provincials after placing second in the tournament.

“We did quite well, not quite as good as we’d hoped,’’ said Tod LeSergent, one of the team’s coaches along with Ken Ramwell and boss man Wade Radcliffe.

Four kids were holdovers from last year’s island champs — Cameron LeSergent, Jaden Bhopal, Andrew Strobl and Brayden Radcliffe — and provided great leadership in the team’s repeat quest.

Duncan started strong with a 15-1 victory over Nanaimo, but then had to pull a rabbit out of a hat with some magic to beat Campbell River 11-10.

“We had a few huge comebacks in the tournament,’’ said Tod LeSer-gent. “We were down 10-5 in that Campbell River game.’’

Another 9-8 nailbiter over Comox Sunday put Duncan into the gold medal game.

“That really brought the team together and made us realize we’re never out of a game,’’ said LeSer-gent. “Hopefully, that’ll carry into the provincials this weekend.’’

Duncan was also trailing Comox 8-5 in the late stages.

“It wasn’t looking all that great,’’ said LeSergent. “I mentioned to the kids we had two at-bats left, we can do this as long as we shut them

down.’’The Cardinals did exactly that and

cut the margin with some aggressive baseball.

“Those comeback wins were a team effort,’’ said LeSergent.

The final against Oceanside began with Duncan in a deep hole, falling behind 5-0 right off the bat. But the boys clawed back with five runs of their own, only to surrender five right back to Oceanside in the second.

Oceanside produced a five-run inning for a third time to lead 15-6 after three innings and went on to an 18-7 victory after five on the 10-run mercy rule. Duncan just ran out of gas to mount another comeback.

Both teams still advanced to the provincial playdowns being hosted by Comox and Duncan’s first game was against Kelowna Thursday.

Andrew LeongSafe slide is made by Duncan Cardinals’ Brady Radcliffe into second base before the throw to Campbell River Tyees’ Connor Hall during a pee wee AA island zone baseball game Saturday at Evans Park. Below, Cardinals’ Cam LeSergent fires a fastball to a Campbell River batter.

Midget AA baseball: Preparations right on track for tourna-ment success for Jim Frost’s host team

Peewee baseball: Host team runs out of great comebacks in the island AA final game

Nationals in a groove before the provincials

Cardinals battle right to the end

ATHLeTiCS

Got a sports story?email [email protected] 250-856-0045 The Cowichan Valley Capitals continue

to lock up prominent players for the 2013-14 B.C. Hockey League season.

The Caps announced Wednesday they have acquired the playing rights to goaltender Robin Gusse.

He’s played the past four years in the Quebec Major Hockey League for three

different teams — Chicoutimi, Rouyn-Noranda and Rimouski.

Gusse also attended the Montreal Canadiens’ rookie and main camps last year, and was the starting goalie for Team Canada at the Ivan Hlinka U18 tourna-ment in the Czech Republic.

“He is a very sound goaltender,’’ said

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Cowichan can’t afford many setbacks the rest of the season if it hopes to make the Victoria and District Cricket Associa-

tion playoffs.Cowichan sits in fifth place and will

need to win most of its remaining five games on the schedule to qualify.

Incogs were the opposition Saturday at St. Michael’s University School in Victoria and pushed Cowichan to the final two overs of the game.

Cowichan eventually hung on to prevail by 14 runs for its third victory in a row to improve to 8-6 on the season.

Cowichan batted first and was pinned down by some tight bowling and frustrated by the long grass in the outfield that made boundaries difficult to score.

After 20 overs, Cowichan was wallowing at 75 for five and had lost most of its primary batsmen. Charles Swart (24) was the only player in the

top of the order to attain any success.But the previous week’s hero, Mits

Nakagawa, stepped up and turned the game around with some powerful hitting for 58 runs. He was supported by Dave Norrish (29 not out) and Hassaan Rahim (27 not out).

They moved the final score to 198 for six at the end of the 45 overs.

Incogs set about their task of chas-ing the 198 total in determined fash-ion and reached 119 for three with 16 overs remaining that made Cowichan nervous.

The total moved to 172 for five and Cowichan responded by taking some quick wickets to end the challenge and close the innings at 184 all out.

Bowling for Cowichan, Steve Can-non took three wickets for 16 runs. Clayton Bodkyn went two for 24 and Nakagawa two for 27.

The victory was a little too close for comfort but full credit went to the bowlers for making up for the failings of the upper order batsmen.

Next action for Cowichan is Satur-day at Shawnigan Lake against the Colts.


Great weather, tennis and camaraderie combined to make the 126th Vancouver Island championships and the Co-wichan Open a memorable week at the South Cowichan Lawn Tennis Club.

“Most days were not too hot so no complaints,’’ noted SCLTC spokesperson Louise Dwyer.

The main tournament had an entry of 128 players, down from last year but still a great crowd. “Many American friends who have been coming for many years returned again this year,’’ Dwyer indicated.

“The tennis level was high as usual with many hotly-contested three-set matches.’’

The Cowichan Open is intended to attract the younger players not eligible for the senior events. There was 19 entries this year from the local area, Victoria and Washington state.

The silent auction held during the week is the club’s main fundraiser and included the auctioning of seats for the finals in the Royal Box. Winners were treated to service fit for a King.

“Lots of volunteers help to ensure that this event runs smoothly,’’ added Dwyer.

Andrew LeongMaking contact are: Jennifer Pickering of Salt Spring Island, above, returning a forehand volley to Heather Brown from Richmond in a women’s singles 45s match and Jesal Shah of Victoria, below, sending a shot back to Miro Francisty of Duncan in a men’s 35s singles match at the 126th Vancouver Island Grasscourt Champi-onship. Shah won 6-4, 3-6, 6-2.

Cowichan cricket: Bowlers bear down in the clutch to compen-sate for upper order batsmen’s failings

Lawn Tennis: South Cowichan treats visi-tors to a great week

Club continues a proud tradition

Playoff hopes remain alive after a narrow victory over the Incogs

Youth Athleteof the Week

Rayne HankinsBetween fastpitch and wrestling, Rayne Hankins’ sports calendar is rather full. “The softball season ends perfectly,’’ said Hankins, 15, who forms the valley connection on the Victoria ‘98 Devils with Demi Rose and Kailey Gerard. “We end softball in August and then I get a few months off and right back into wrestling and, end of wrestling season, boom, softball.’’ Hankins has done extremely well with the Cowichan Valley Wrestling Club and the Devils. “I’ve been with the Devils for four years now,’’ she said. “The coaches are really good at preparing you for what’s going to be coming for the season. But it’s always a shocker when you go into that first game.’’ Hankins patrols one of the key outfield positions for the team. “I just really like left field, all the pop flies that you get — that adrenaline rush when you have those two seconds to get to the ball,’’ she said. On the offensive side, “I just like to go up and hit the best I can, get on base,’’ Hankins added. It’s been satisfying for her to be part of a cohesive team. “We’ve been really gelling together which makes it easier on all of us — just gets us in the groove.’’

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Martin Middleton and Leo Gillespie proved their fitness is actually improving with age.

The dynamic duo shattered their previous time on the West Coast Trail from 12 years ago during a fundraising blitz for Gillespie’s father Peter on the one-year anniversary of his death.

At age 24, Middleton and Gillespie covered the 75-kilometre trail in 23 hours, 15 minutes and 38 seconds. At age 36, they did it in 19:38:50, surpass-ing a goal of finishing in under 20 hours.

“Maybe we will try to beat that in an-other 10 years,’’ joked Middleton. “Or maybe not. Trail and the whole event was amazing, and the chaffing, well, the chaffing was horrible. I am happy I can laugh about it now.’’

Trail conditions were definitely in their favour, Middleton noted.

“No doubt Peter had something to do with the good weather we experi-enced. Leo had us stop and take a few minutes at 4:16 p.m. to say a few words to his dad. It was very emotional. I felt honoured to be there in that moment with Leo.’’

More than $4,000 has been raised from the event for the Cowichan Valley Basket Society in honour of Peter Gil-lespie.


The valley’s abundant water ski talent is always evident during the provincial cham-pionships.

This year’s event at Campbell River’s McIvor Lake kept that trend going with

top placings by males and females of all ages. Mem-bers of the Victoria Aqua Ski club on Shawnigan Lake and Quamichan contingents both did well.

Shawnigan put three boys on the podium in the junior men’s event. Jed Leech claimed the overall title and placed first across the board in slalom, tricks and jump while brother Ben Leech took second in all three disciplines and Desman Perry was third in all three.

In Under 21 ladies, Danica Entzminger captured first in slalom but had a crash during jumping and couldn’t complete that event and the slalom which she regularly does for the club.

Jessica Erb swept top spot in the women’s events in all three disciplines.

The Leech name rose to prominence again in Men’s 3, with Jed and Ben’s uncle Joel wound up in a run-off for first and ended up placing second while dad Gene took fourth in the slalom. Club member Jim Lindsay finished fifth.

The Men’s 5 slalom was won by club member Jim Entzminger and first overall in the Women’s 5 events went to Damarais Barry.

The younger skiers also made an impression and showed promise for the future.

The Girls’ 2 champion in all three disciplines was Jed and Ben’s cousin Nicola Leech.

Dawsen Foreman was the Boys’ 2 division winner for slalom, tricks and jumping.

Boys’ 3 was loaded with locals.Jake Metcalfe placed third in slalom and jump, with

a fourth in trick for second overall; Tyler Lindsay was second in jump and trick and sixth in slalom for third overall; Dallin Foreman snatched third in trick; and Tyler Leech, another of Jed and Ben’s cousins, attained fifth in the slalom.

Kyle Fredrickson and Todd Heard skied under the Quamichan banner. Fredrickson finished second and Heard was fourth in the slalom.

Metcalfe, Lindsay and Fredrickson are all part of the B.C. development team.

A great job by all Cowichan skiers is expected to continue for those moving on to the Westerns and then the Nationals.

Andrew LeongCorsies on the course include: Becky, above, riding Turbo in the poles event during the Vimy Western Riding Club’s games events Sunday and Nia, below, having a barrel of fun riding Daisy in the barrel competition.

Don Bodger/fileMartin Middleton, left, and Leo Gillespie are grateful to the community for supporting the Cowichan Valley Basket Society through their fundraising blitz of the West Coast Trail.

Skiing summary: Cowichan group makes an impact on the water in Campbell River

Age acceleration: Fundraiser a success on all accountsWCT duo quicker than ever

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