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Wednesday, May 23, 2007 — YOUR COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER SINCE 1960 47TH YEAR – ISSUE 21 $ 25 1(incl. GST) ROUND SALT SPRING FIRE Family Sailing race one for the record books fi ghts Wild wind provides ‘big blow’ blaze BY SEAN MCINTYRE DRIFTWOOD STAFF on island For a moment it appeared the Round Salt Spring Race’s 33rd edition would be called off. Lessons learned Not for a lack of wind as in past years, but, rather, for gusts reaching upwards of 30 and 40 from jurisdictional knots, according to some participants. conundrum So mighty were the winds, Jim Ballantyne, the race’s offi cial starter, could barely hold up the BY SEAN MCINTYRE start fl ag for the required four minutes. DRIFTWOOD STAFF “It was a big blow,” said Roger Kibble, a Round Owners of a small island in Salt Spring race veteran. “In the 30 years I’ve Ganges Harbour have some raced, I can’t remember all the boats making it burning questions after get- back before midnight. It was a very challenging ting called into action to extin- race because the wind was constantly moving guish a fire threatening their around.” 60-year-old family getaway. The Round Salt Spring Race’s 42-mile course “We were lucky. If this had means sailors are bound to come across still happened in July, it would conditions at some point. Not this year. have been a disaster,” said Ste- Kibble said steady breezes meant crews phen Best from Vancouver. “In aboard the 108 boats had their hands full. many ways this is a blessing in “When the winds get that high, there are disguise.” many other challenges and many sailors can get Best is concerned with the caught off guard,” he said. degree of confusion after a Boats only slowed as they fought their way passerby first reported the back towards Ganges against a strong current Goat Island blaze on Satur- through Captain Passage. day afternoon. He believes Ole Anderson’s Caliente, skippered by Alex the blaze was set by a group of Fox, took home top honours from Division careless campers on Saturday A, while Ian Collombin aboard Slipper was morning. declared the event’s overall winner. A boater checking her crab “For conservative sailors, it would have been traps noticed the blaze had time to fi nd a safe harbour, but apparently this grown to roughly seven metres edition of the race had no timid crews,” said (25 feet) across by 9 p.m. on sailor Scott Simmons. PHOTO BY JOHN CAMERON Saturday. Light Scout battles wind and waves off Fulford Harbour as the Round Salt Spring race gets into full “There were about three swing last Saturday. The photo was shot from the bow of the Skeena Queen,which had to navigate ROUND SALT SPRING continued on 15 areas of fl ame and some trees through the racers. were involved,” said Sandy OUTSTANDING ISLANDERS Rowley. “I just didn’t want to see the island destroyed.” When Rowley dialled 9-1-1 from her boat, the operator Commitment to humanity honoured assured her the Ganges Coast Award recognizes pair’s rounds at 7 a.m. A typical morning, seven babies even fathom. February 5 was a day so much like Guard had already been noti- born, two die of malaria, fi ve more admitted to every other on the pair’s emotionally charged fi ed. work in Africa the nutrition unit for starving children. Spent journey through Africa. No amount of support But coast guard personnel BY SEAN MCINTYRE the morning doing menial chores in the phar- ever felt like it was enough. say their priority is maritime DRIFTWOOD STAFF macy . . . .” “We really did invite some of the most medi- rescues, not putting out fi res. Looking over Anna Callegari and Beth Gess- So begins the February 5, 2007 diary entry cally horrifi c experiences I’ve ever seen,” said “You don’t send an ambu- inger’s journal entries from a recent trip to Africa, recounting the pair’s six-week journey to hospi- Callegari. “Driving through the country, it just lance to put out a fi re,” said Ian it’s no wonder the British Columbia Pharmacy tals, schools and orphanages in Malawi, Mozam- hit me that in every little collection of huts along Kyle, local officer-in charge. Association (BCPA) is giving them a prestigious bique, Swaziland and Lesotho. the way, there were probably so many other “There is a common misun- award of excellence at a gala ceremony in Kelow- A month after their return to Salt Spring Island, people who weren’t getting help.” derstanding that we are the na Friday night. the pair are still in the disquieting transition To consider the situation desperate is an local garbage collectors too.” “The morning began early with hospital phase that follows a trip into a world few can JOURNEY TO AFRICA continued on 2 FIRE continued on 2

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Locally owned and operated OPEN DAILY 8am - 9pm 2 | WEDNESDAY, MAY 23, 2007 | GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD CALL GAIL, SEAN OR STACY IF YOU NEWSBEAT SEE NEWS HAPPENING - 250-537-9933 ICBC CLAIMS - PERSONAL INJURY • 25 years successfully representing injured persons • NO FEE until you collect Pair honoured for work in Africa •Free confi dential consultation JOURNEY TO AFRICA and poverty. continued from 1 “Many people in our com- PAUL B. JOYCE munity may not have any Barrister & Solicitor understatement. In Swa- interest about HIV or AIDS (250) 537-4413 (24 hours) ziland, a small landlocked in Africa, but there is malar- country of one million locat- ia, nutritional deficiencies ed northeast of South Africa, and so on,” said Callegari. the average life expectancy “You just can’t make a paral- is 37.5, according to statis- lel between our world and tics from the World Health the African world.” Organization. The estimat- In many clinics, staff “THE LOCAL” ed 38 per cent of HIV-posi- struggle to provide palliative Liquor Store tive adults, including 56 per care patients with blankets cent of all women in their in their fi nal hours of life. late 20s, give the nation the “The amount of assistance world’s highest infection people can give with only Evanda the rate. a small donation is incred- Then there are the work- ible,” said Gessinger. “If we Beer Babe PHOTO CONTRIBUTED ers at a Malawian clinic who Anna Callegari and Beth Gessinger in the fi eld with HIV/AIDS can just provide a little bit says: relied on a crudely fash- of hope, they will cling to ioned bow and arrow to orphans during a six-week African humanitarian mission. anything. Anything can help “You’ve got ward off thieves until it too them get through this hor- was stolen. Spring Organization for Life thing we give out every year, rifi c situation.” the BBQ?... “An awful infection which Improvement and Devel- but we felt the nature of the The team has dedicated We’ve got the necessitated surgery followed opment’s (SOLID) ongoing work they were doing was the award to the efforts of all a visit to a traditional healer, community-to-community very signifi cant, considering their colleagues who remain beer!” who scarred her leg with a efforts to empower resi- the extreme need found in in Africa working to ease the razor to ward off evil spirits, dents in a handful of African those communities.” suffering of so many. resulting in the worst infec- villages. The association fi rst pre- “We are receiving the And congrats to tion I have ever witnessed,” Funds help develop sented the award to the B.C. award, but all those people Johnny Reposo, reads an entry Callegari infrastructure and training Centre for Disease Control are still there right now, per- winner of the penned at that same clinic. for people working on the in 2003 in recognition of its severing under desperate The help Callegari and ground in rural areas over- members’ work in manag- conditions,” Callegari said. BBQ draw! Gessinger provided includ- whelmed by the scourge of ing and containing SARS in For more information on ed their respective medical HIV/AIDS, malaria, water- the province. Sala Hantle and SOLID, visit experience as a pharmacist borne illnesses and chronic Callegari and Gessinger www.solidsaltspring.com, Locally owned and operated • 9 am-11 pm and retired nurse, along with malnutrition. will attend the Kelowna or attend the organization’s In Gasoline Alley 537-WINE (9463) the roughly $50,000 raised “We were very pleased that conference as an example of May 27 AGM where Callegari on Salt Spring for the Sala we were able to give them what can be done in light of and Gessinger will speak of Hantle project. this award,” said Marnie seemingly insurmountable their trip. The AGM starts at Sala Hantle, translated as Mitchell, CEO of the BCPA. odds facing people in a con- 3:30 p.m., followed by pre- STIHL KombiSystem $21995 Stay Well, is a part of the Salt “The award is not some- tinent devastated by illness sentations at 4. One Engine. Multi-Tools. (KM 55 powerhead 4 Engines to Choose From only) Jurisdiction questioned in Goat Island blaze - Starting at only FIRE Small islands scattered through the spent the rest of the day soaking the BF continued from 1 region and the south-western side of ground with help from friends Tim and Cultivator FC-S Many smaller islands in the area have Salt Spring Island near Musgrave Land- Joe Curtis. Edger developed amateur fire brigades to ing fall under the province’s jurisdic- “Fire chief Dave Enfield was very KB Bristle FS improve response times for brush fi res, tion, she said. nice,” Best said. “You could tell he want- Brush Blade HT Pole he said. During the Goat Island fire, Croft ed to help but couldn’t.” Pruner If transportation is requested from said, the department remained in close Workers Compensation Board regula- HL 0-135º KW other island-based emergency services, contact with property owners in the tions preclude fi refi ghters from attend- Hedgetrimmer PowerSweep™ the Ganges Coast Guard is mandated to event one of the region’s 15 three-mem- ing fi res outside their jurisdictions. become involved, Kyle added. ber initial-attack helicopter crews was Since few Ganges Harbour islands are FS Grass Trimmer “We were ready to take them over if needed. 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MAFALDA Hoogerdyk GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD | WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23, 2007 | 3 Heads up! Transportation plan consultation meeting MAY 24, 3-6 p.m. Newsbeat Meaden Hall HEDGEROW PRESERVATION Destructive hedgerow trimming breaks rules Over-trimming of roadside vegetation bad for island’s viability BY STACY CARDIGAN SMITH DRIFTWOOD STAFF The island-based Hedgerow Preservation Society is fi ght- ing against over-zealous tree-clearing on island roads, a practice they say is too common and goes against the island’s roadside maintenance agreements. Last week, the Driftwood reported Mobrae resident Ruth Burstahler had 27 trees “either severely delimbed or removed” from her property. This prompted Trincomali Heights resident Joe Clark, who experienced a similar scenario in November, to come forward once again. “I’m still upset and I’m upset for poor Ruth,” he said last week. The trees around Clark’s property were trimmed to a height of approximately 25 feet, leaving much of his prop- erty and home exposed. Clark was publicly critical of the clearing by local main- tenance provider Mainroad South Island Contracting. He PHOTO AT LEFT BY DERRICK LUNDY/ participated in a Driftwood letters pages showdown with ABOVE, BY STACY CARDIGAN SMITH Robert Langevin, general contractor of the new subdivision going in at the end of Trincomali. Mainroad remained pub- Above, Trincomali resident licly silent. Joe Clark. At left, Ruth The Hedgerow Preservation Society was formed in Burstahler with de-limbed response to similar situations. “One of the reasons I bought my house was because it trees. Mainroad has agreed allowed me to drive down a beautiful road with hedgerows to replace an arbutus tree on down either side,” said society member Maureen Moore of her property. her Beddis Road property. Moore was horrified in 2002 when she discovered the metres (6.5 feet) without for all road designations. She suggests further education and supervision is required hedgerows had been trimmed back six metres on each side An amended document, signed in 1996, recognizes the to ensure effective trimming. of Beddis starting at Fulford-Ganges Road. public will be given “appropriate opportunities to provide There are further reasons why trimming should be kept The society has been working to ensure the island’s trees input . . . .” to a minimum. and bushes are not butchered. The society has an open dialogue with Mainroad, MOT “When they expose bare earth it allows noxious weeds like However, they are clear that safety always comes fi rst. and the Islands Trust, said Moore. Representatives from all broom to grow,” Moore said. Special agreements between the Islands Trust and Minis- groups, except for MOT, met May 8 and discussed hedgerow When large plants and trees are improperly removed, they try of Transportation pertaining to island road designations trimming and safety issues. take a long time to grow back, she added. and maintenance have not been upheld, the society points Islands Trust is currently renegotiating with MOT to have Moore is currently preparing a report of plants, like the out. some items clarifi ed in the agreements. sword fern, which do not need to be removed as they do not The first agreement, signed in 1992, recognizes “road Mainroad’s Gulf Islands roads manager Larry Floer refused surpass height restrictions when fully grown. standards in the Islands Trust Area have been lowered to comment. In addition, the Cusheon Lake Watershed Management in response to the Trust objective to maintain the rural A representative from MOT was unavailable by press Plan recommended gentler standards for roadside vegeta- character of the islands and in recognition of the size of time. tion trimming to prevent run-off of silt into drinking water, the islands and their unique character and the need for a Moore suggests the over-clearing problem continues Moore said. gentler approach in harmony with the land . . . However, the because much of the work is subcontracted out by Main- Esthetics also come into play: “The beauty of the standards must recognize a requirement for safe transporta- road. island is one of the reasons people live here and one of tion facilities.” “If the subcontractor comes from elsewhere, he doesn’t the reasons that we have tourism, but that beauty can The agreement states the brushing width after the gravel really realize there are scenic heritage roads that have been be destroyed by [excessive hedgerow trimming],” said shoulder is 2.75 metres (nine feet) with utility poles, and two designated,” Moore said. Moore. News briefs

Then on Saturday at another on a sharp turn on elected trustees, and more Islands Community Hall is for the purposes of enhanc- RCMP probe 7 a.m., rescue person- their way towards Vesuvius. coordination between the 4418 Bedwell Harbour Road. ing aboriginal education for accidents nel attended an accident The victims are recovering Capital Regional District all students. involving a vehicle and a from their injuries. and Salt Spring Local Trust Aboriginal It includes goals to The May long weekend hydro pole near 700 Beaver Committee. promote academic excel- meant some busy shifts Point Road. Trust Council Delegations and a town education lence for aboriginal stu- for emergency workers The accident destroyed hall session run from 1-2 dents; to improve their responding to numerous the hydro pole and the on Pender p.m. on Thursday, June 14. bolstered sense of belonging; and Salt Spring vehicle acci- RCMP subsequently took The quarterly meeting of To address council as a dele- About 100 guests are to acknowledge the tradi- dents. the driver into custody. Islands Trust Council runs gation, e-mail information@ expected today (Wednes- tional teachings of elders Just after 2:30 p.m. on Later that day, RCMP June 13-15 on North Pender islandstrust.bc.ca, or fax to day) when the School Dis- and the wisdom of aborig- Friday, May 18, emergency closed Vesuvius Bay Road Island at the community 250-405-5155. trict 64 Aboriginal Enhance- inal culture. crews were called to extract in both directions as emer- hall. The governance report ment Agreement is signed Tsartlip, Tseycum, the occupant of a vehicle gency crews attended the Topping the agenda is a follows at 2:15 p.m. and celebrated at Drum- W’Ilkseum and the Penalu- in a ditch near the intersec- scene of a two-scooter report from the Governance The business meeting, mond Park. kut territories all fall within tion of Musgrave and Isa- crash. Task Force and a decision when decisions are actually The culmination of three the Gulf Islands School Dis- bella Point roads. The driver The incident occurred on whether or not to request made, is on Friday, June 15, years of work, the agree- trict. is recovering from minor when the drivers of two a change to the Islands from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. ment marks a new begin- Events run at Drummond injuries. rental scooters ran into one Trust Act allowing for more Address of the Pender ning in the school district Park from 1 to 2:45 p.m.

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CRIME AND POLICING Cracking crime: Preserving and protecting Ganges’ public spaces In 2003, the Salt Spring Crime Prevention Association initiated a series of mini-audits to improve the safety of women and children in and around Ganges. Those studies resulted in improved lighting, increased sight-lines, more accessible public telephones and a more livable downtown core. With reports of questionable behaviour on the minds of Ganges business owners and residents, the Crime Prevention Association (CPA) is dusting off its auditing tools and looking for volunteers. For a closer look at what’s involved, Driftwood reporter Sean McIntyre spoke with some of the main players trying to save PHOTO BY SEAN MCINTYRE Sgt. Danny Willis is looking forward to hearing the public’s concerns when the Community Ganges’ public spaces. Safety Audit begins in June.

ust as members of the Crime Preven- “This is not about targetting a group of behaviour on a regular basis. strategies to help business owners deal with tion Association (CPA) are preparing people, it’s about seeing how Ganges is Incidents appear to have dropped after diffi cult people and make their businesses to discuss where to focus efforts this being used,” Lineger said. police increased their presence in the area, less of a target. year, it turns out Ganges residents and She hopes business owners will provide but, Alexander said, more efforts like the • Target Drug Use Jbusiness owners already have plenty of sug- additional audit information based on hap- safety audit are needed. The RCMP is currently developing a drug gestions. penings in and around their businesses. The CPA publishes a quarterly newsletter enforcement plan to help reduce the num- “Addressing crime in the downtown core The CPA will then share results with the in which island residents can keep abreast of ber of drug-related cases in the area. seemed like the perfect fi t,” said Kimberly Salt Spring RCMP, Salt Spring Community new and ongoing public safety initiatives. • Salt Spring Pride Lineger, one of the association’s founding Services and local government offi cials. Based on his experience as both a father A work-for-food program designed to members. Organizers said they hope the informa- and counsellor, Alexander said a solution get people actively involved in their com- The CPA helped restore pride in the tion will help planners chart the core’s requires more recreation programs and munity. downtown core before and, by the sound future and, in the shorter term, increase the parental cooperation. • Community Safety Audit of things, is pointing in that direction again community’s link to the area. Part of that means getting wide-scale buy- Develop a crime prevention strategy with as members prepare for a three-week com- “Every time you ignore it, you’re giving in from various segments of the commu- help from the Crime Prevention Association munity safety audit begin on Monday, June it up,” said Jamie Alexander, a CPA board nity. based on information collected by volun- 4. member and resource counsellor with Salt “Kids getting hooked on drugs doesn’t teers. The audit is a two-pronged approach to Spring Community Services. happen automatically,” he said. “This is sys- determine the physical and social causes of Solving the problem can be as simple tematic stuff requiring a big change.” Get Involved crime in the core. as not crossing the street to ignore known • All volunteer auditors must register at Teams of between three and eight resi- trouble spots or taking a seat on a bench in Ganges Core Action Plan the RCMP station at 401 Lower Ganges Road dents will be tasked with one of 26 zones in Centennial Park, he said. • Restore and Renew Community Policing between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Monday, June central Ganges. The audit, Alexander added, will encour- Action Teams 4. Volunteers without a team will be assigned Between June 4 and 18, teams will com- age the community to interact in the down- Volunteer teams of two act as extra “eyes to a group. plete morning, afternoon and night audits town core for the duration of the project. and ears for the RCMP” on the streets of • If you have any questions or require to collect comments, observations and rec- A decision to bolster the CPA’s profile Ganges. Active recruitment is underway further information about the Crime Pre- ommendations for their assigned area. comes after business owners, employees now. vention Association or would like to receive Participants will conduct interviews with and residents voiced the need to deal with • Increased Police Presence the newsletter, contact Kimberly Lineger people on the street and record any observed a rising threat of criminal activity in Ganges RCMP offi cers and business owners have at 537-5555 or e-mail ssircmp@saltspring. “questionable behaviour.” during a series of public meetings earlier in already noticed the impact of increased foot com. Organizers and team leaders will compile the spring. patrols and a higher presence in the core. • To learn more about the RCMP’s action the results during a day-long workshop on Participants spoke of witnessing drug • Prevention Consultation Sessions plan, contact Corp. Kerry Howse at the Salt June 23. deals and drug use, prostitution and lewd Corp. Kerry Howse is available to discuss Spring Island RCMP, 537-5555. RCMP unveils core cleanup action plan What’s next? Based on comments from people who live and work in Gan- “Anti-social behaviour or mental health conditions are not ges every day, the RCMP’s new action plan to help clean up the necessarily criminal code matters,” he said. “Hanging around in What happens next all depends on the core is coming just in time. the park is not a crime.” information collected by the Community “This is an issue requiring the awareness of the entire island,” Most of the objectionable behaviour, he added, usually falls Safety Audit. said realtor Donna Regan, during an interview from her offi ce under a community’s municipal bylaws. Crime prevention volunteers, local gov- overlooking a large section of the downtown core. “This is the An increased police presence in the core, along with more ernment officials and Salt Spring RCMP thin edge of the wedge and things aren’t getting any easier.” community-based patrols, he said, will hopefully personalize members will discuss their findings at a Regan shares her feelings with a large number of Ganges the problem. full-day workshop set for June 23. business owners fed up with the growing criminal element in “It’s about actually building a Participants will receive a brief back- Ganges. “If you know people in relationship with people who are ground covering trends facing smaller They’ve dubbed it the “problem” and it has them questioning in the streets. It’s about having Canadian communities and receive who’s in charge of restoring order. a two-way conversation so they updated statistics for Ganges and the Based on those concerns, RCMP Corp. Kerry Howse has the community and understand what we’re going island as a whole. dedicated the past several months to a “made in Ganges” action through and what’s expected of “Results of the safety audit invariably plan. them.” include issues that can be dealt with “Each city has different problems and every community has a you’ve got a bond, Later this summer, Howse immediately and other issues that need a different response,” Howse said last week. hopes to launch a pioneering bit more time and effort,” said Kimberly In addition to facilitating next month’s community safety initiative based on getting tran- Lineger, one of the event’s organizers. audit, the Salt Spring solution involves increasing the number then people can start sients and homeless people in Based on information collected, audi- of community patrol volunteers from fi ve to 26 members, step- the downtown core engaged in tors will categorize the issues and iden- ping up enforcement and police visibility and beginning the Salt working together.” odd jobs suggested by local busi- tify what actions are needed and who is Spring Pride project. nesses. responsible for ensuring targets are met. During the past two weeks, Howse said, a stream of volunteers KERRY HOWSE By cleaning garbage off the Lineger said the audit’s timing could has come forward to join the community patrol. shoreline, sweeping streets and not be better as many of the recommen- Salt Spring RCMP corporal “These are just a lot of different community people who have clearing sidewalks, workers will dations can be integrated into the Islands shown an interest and want to help out,” Howse said. “They are qualify for food vouchers and a Trust’s current review of the official com- the eyes and ears of the community. They will be out and about, place within the community. munity plan. taking notes on any questionable behaviour that needs to be Howse is unsure how the project will turn out, but said he A portion of the meeting will address reported.” believes it will attract a number of willing participants the role urban planning, design and Because most of the “questionable behaviour” observed in And that’s good enough to start, he added. landscaping play in deterring criminal the core includes non-Criminal Code of Canada violations like “A lot of the people who are on the streets aren’t all that bad,” behaviour. drinking in the park or urinating on storefront windows, Howse Howse said. “If you know people in the community and you’ve said, police have a limited role to play. got a bond, then people can start working together.” GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD | WEDNESDAY, MAY 23, 2007 | 7 NEWSBEAT ROAD MAINTENANCE SALT SPRING MINI STORAGE Strike won’t impede 537-4722 essential road services BCGEU members at Mainroad During a strike, BCGEU is committed to maintaining essential services and safe walk out over wages and driving conditions. working conditions Eighty-eight employees at Mainroad South Island Contracting, a division of BY STACY CARDIGAN SMITH Mainroad, are on strike. DRIFTWOOD STAFF Issues include wages and working condi- Island roads maintenance workers went tions. on strike Tuesday morning, but residents Heyman referred to Mainroad’s alleged Easy to get into. don’t need to worry about unfilled killer offer of a .27 per cent increase in wages and potholes or rotting roadkill. benefi ts per year as “insulting.” BCGEU’s “It shouldn’t mean anything direct in last tabled proposal was six per cent annu- terms of Salt Spring [essential service],” ally. And out of. said Mainroad’s president and CEO David According to Mainroad’s website, Main- Zerr Tuesday morning. road is aiming to “tie the wage adjustment “The safety of our drivers is of the utmost to the Ministry [of Transportation’s (MOT)] concern.” annual labour price adjustment” in the Islanders should, however, expect delays contract. in road clean-up and other such work. The company is currently waiting for “The remediation and other work that MOT to come back with the infl ation-based happens in the spring and summer . . . will adjustment, Zerr said. 4.00% continue to pile up [while the strike is hap- Mainroad states on its website that the pening],” said George Heyman, president company “at no time” offered 0.27 per cent of B.C. Government and Service Employ- for the fi rst year. 90 DAY ees’ Union (BCGEU), of which local work- Bargaining is scheduled to start again CONVERTIBLE ers are members. May 29, Zerr said. TERM DEPOSIT* ENVIRONMENT A premium rate and Province turned on to ‘Turn it Off’ convertible any time. 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EDITORIAL High cost of ferry fare silence he high-priced future of ferry travel may have struck some islanders’ consciousness, but for mostT it seems a diffi cult vision to grasp and act on. When it comes to ever-rising ferry fares, island dwellers are like lobsters plopped in a pot of gradu- ally heating water, heading for the boiling point. We seem able and willing to accept ever-increasing tar- iffs, just like we keep buying gasoline for our cars. Clearly there’s nothing wrong with balancing taxpayer support with a user-pay system when it Farmland needs residents too comes to a province’s basic transportation infra- structure. BY JAN STEINMAN it does quite the opposite, creating “commuter It’s done with public The biggest problem with the proposed Ful- farmers.” buses and light rapid tran- ford Valley land swap is not a matter of “heri- VIEWPOINT Uninhabitable farm land is a serious de-moti- THE ISSUE: sit, for instance. tage vs agriculture,” as headlined in the May 9 Driftwood. vator. Who will have the commitment to become familiar with Proposed ferry According to Denman- There is already agricultural land available aplenty on Salt the land to make it work to the benefi t of all? Not someone Hornby Ferry Advisory Spring. Just a short distance from the proposed “free” farm- whose only right is to raise a crop and eat it — those practices fare hikes Committee (FAC) chair land site is a huge plywood sign that boasts “Farmland For lead to exploitation: soil loss, growing “cash crops” rather than WE SAY: Tony Law in a recent e- Rent.” It’s been there a while, through this year’s entire plant- the “right” crops, worn-out soil and people who farm for a mail to other FAC mem- ing season. while and move on. We don’t need more hayfi elds and vine- Fare caps too bers, “Coastal ferry users The problem is more fundamental: what does it mean to be yards — Salt Spring needs to feed itself, as it must someday, as high pay 84.2 per cent of the a farmer these days? In most cases, it means intensive capital ferry traffi c becomes prohibitively expensive. costs of operating the investment in equipment and infrastructure (even if the land Now imagine a new zoning category: let’s call it “E-1” (for [ferry] system, a much itself is “free”), expensive labour, and personal “Ecological”). Imagine that land being inhabited higher proportion than is commitment way beyond a job and a paycheque. by perhaps 10 or more families, with their com- paid by users of Translink, B.C. Transit or provincial Small agriculture requires heavy commitments: “Uninhabitable mon habitation site restricted to a contiguous one highways.” to observe the land and crops over many seasons or two-acre area. Imagine them having inheritable In contrast, inland ferries operated by the trans- to see what works and what doesn’t, to be there at 99-year leases for $1 a year plus a minimum of 20 portation ministry are free — considered part of the 5 a.m. to milk the goats and at 9 p.m. to put away farm land does hours/week of work on the land. Imagine “lease provincial road network. the chickens, to plant trees that may take 70 years buy-out” value restricted and divorced from mar- Why coastal island residents are treated so dif- to mature, to invest time, energy and money into nothing to reduce ket-driven property values so that land remains ferently when it comes subsidizing the B.C. Ferry earthworks and water catchment, and many more more valuable from living on it rather than selling Services Inc.-operated system is a mystery that has commitments. energy use or out. Imagine tightly clustered dwellings sharing never been explained satisfactorily, if at all. How do you get such commitment from people? common resources, such as commercial kitchens The province has also not provided any assur- Is turning the land over to some society, new or and recreational facilities. Imagine them supply- ance that the effects of basically doubling fares existing, going to do the trick? I don’t think so. reduce traffi c...” ing the rest of the island with sustainably pro- on island communities have been studied or even I’ve seen and experienced “society burn-out” over duced organic food, without the huge petroleum considered. and over. You end up churning through a series of input from “commuter farming.” They appear content to keep repeating that the small groups of well-intentioned people who work themselves As fossil fuel goes into decline, this sort of settlement will coastal ferry system is expensive to operate and ragged only to discover they have no right to the fruits of their become increasingly necessary. Salt Spring could be a leader. already receives enough provincial government labours. Crucial historical data is lost. Mistakes are repeated. Or it could endure another “Bishop’s fi asco” on Isabella Point, support. No, this sort of commitment comes from equity, not so much bought off for a series of transient farmers who can’t afford to Islanders have only a week to make their feelings from ownership of a piece of land that can be bought and sold pay rent in Ganges nor to buy gas for commuting to the Ful- known to MLA Murray Coell and Transportation like a commodity, but from the life-long right to inhabit and ford Valley. Minister Kevin Falcon. steward that precious space. It’s great to cluster non-agricultural development in the The Islands Trust, Capital Regional District and The Three Point Properties proposal effectively strips the three existing villages. But in a low-energy future, agriculture FAC groups have already done their part. But if the land of habitation rights. That sounds great to well-inten- will no longer happen without habitation. Plan for the long province doesn’t believe ferry fares will become a tioned people who want to restrict development to clusters term, and include high-density, multi-family habitation in any serious election issue amongst voters, they’ll likely around the three existing villages. But uninhabitable farm land acceptable proposal from Three Point Properties. just keep turning up the heat. does nothing to reduce energy use or reduce traffi c — in fact, The writer is a Salt Spring eco-village proponent.

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Maybe one day our think I made it four months ing in a concrete 8X6-foot tering outside her business and dale on a leg with nine We are very happy to hear public education warnings once.) prison cell change one’s that she called for an escort bolts in it? of the upcoming demise will be heeded again and AMEI MAI, life just before a date in to her car. The police detachment of the SD64 business com- the five-day school week BEAVER POINT court. (“Assault, drugs net I’m pleased to hear that on the island has been short pany. (“Business company reinstated, fi nally putting to Editor’s note: Send or six months in jail,” May 16 the Community Policing staffed since last year because snuffed,” May 16 Drift- rest the SD64 experiment bring your contributions to Driftwood.) Action Team (CPAT) group of this incident. If we had a wood.) It is long overdue. in mis-education, burying the Driftwood offi ce; news@ I have often thought one is energizing and will be municipal government, our Many thanks to those it beside the school busi- gulfi slands.net; 537-9933. should build replicas of out and about in the com- local councillors could have that called for the provincial ness company in the fi eld of prison cells and place them munity acting as additional had a replacement officer inquiry into school busi- half-baked judgement and Deer care at strategic locations in the eyes and ears for our police. on the beat in short order. ness companies and wrote muddy vision. It’s the time of year when community so that those While I’m pleased to see the Under the present dysfunc- letters to the Ministry of MONA FERTIG, a deer crossing the road is aspiring to be the crimi- Salt Spring Crime Preven- tional layers of governing we, Education. PETER HAASE, likely to be followed, some- nal class could see into the tion Association is orga- the taxpayers, seem content Many thanks to the Hib- GANGES HILL times a little way behind, by future. nizing a community safety to have Sgt. Willis with tin bins Report, which netted one and quite possibly two A couple of weeks ago I audit, it is not enough. cup in hand begging for that tougher school business Glued to infants. We need to be extra sat with other concerned If there is an ounce of truth replacement. company guidelines, which cautious and alert to avoid citizens at the Harbour in the reported comments in I’m bloody outraged. I in turn will net the demise of the rock killing, maiming or orphan- House and heard of how last week’s front-page article, invite like-minded people SD64’s unsuccessful corpo- At supper last night, my ing these creatures. Whether the community was feeling then this community should to write MLA Murray Coell ration. And many thanks to eight-year-old son shared we love them or curse them, threatened. We heard about be concerned. The judge and Attorney General Douglas Hibbins for meeting a story of a classmate who they are Salt Spring resi- the owners of Radio Shack simply doesn’t get it. The Wally Oppal, and tell them privately with those of us who was born on Salt Spring dents just as we are. being sworn at and jostled community gets it. The com- the thugs are winning (six have been concerned for a Island and has never left. We ROSEMARY PARTRIDGE, by ne’er-do-wells in front of munity does not want drunks months!) and ask what the long time about the account- were really surprised. BRINKWORTHY their store. We heard about driving cars. The community hell are they going to do ability of the SD64 business It got us wondering: how the friendly life at Island does not want drug dealers about it. And what else can company. Three cheers. many other people are out LETTERS continued on 10 Climate change action needs strong federal rules BY BRIONY PENN Inter-governmental Panel of Climate Change in the energy effi ciency of buildings as one Two weeks ago, Gary Lunn, Saanich Gulf states that we must establish emission caps of the key steps in the fi ght against climate Islands MP and Minister of Natural Resourc- GUESTCOLUMN immediately or we are in big trouble. If the change. It’s a fi ght in which our MP is on the es, wrote a column in this newspaper sug- earth warms above two degrees, the climate wrong side. gesting how his government is going to pro- food and the local economy. We know precise- modellers forecast a chaotic system with cata- Next step is to reinstate the moratorium on vide “strong environmental stewardship” to ly what our responsibilities are as individuals strophic impacts. oil tanker traffi c that was breached last year by Gulf Islands’ residents. Mr. Lunn is trying to and what has to happen at the local, provin- The fi rst step to rectify the problem is to Gary Lunn’s government through our rugged pull the wool over our eyes, and islanders cial and federal levels. pass the amended Bill C-30, the Clean Air and west coast. The wrong steps, proposed by our know wool when they see it. The first step toward doing what we can Climate Change Act. It incorporates Stéphane MP, are ramping up the production of the tar As the federal Liberal candidate, I suggest to save this planet is a small easy one — the Dion’s fi ve-point plan. First, an absolute emis- sands and bringing in nuclear power to do it. that the latest Conservative climate plan fails step outside to see the evidence of climate sions cap on our largest emitters of GHGs, A positive step is to demonstrate support us and our children who will live with the change. And I’m inviting Mr. Lunn to take a effective in 2008 at the Kyoto commitment of municipalities across Canada to reduce consequences of that failure. The Conserva- walk outside with me. Let me show him the level. Second, an annual carbon budget for emissions through improving public transit tive plan permits large polluters to greatly changes and convince him that we need a cli- all these large industrial emitters. Third, a infrastructure. What about the revitalization increase massively the greenhouse gas (GHG) mate change plan that our grandchildren will price on excess carbon emissions. Fourth, a of E&N light rapid transit, right in Mr. Lunn’s emissions they emit until 2020 and it fails to remember us for, not a gutless squandering of Green Investment Account to direct the price own backyard? Finally, we should be ask- set absolute targets for GHG emissions. No the future for the status quo. It is witnessing paid for excess emissions to projects which ing for ideas from the world’s experts, some wonder Al Gore called it “a complete and these changes fi rst hand that prompts us, as will cut GHGs throughout the country. Fifth, of whom actually live in this riding, such as total fraud, designed to mislead.” No won- islanders, to take bigger steps, whether that is a Canadian carbon trading system. Bill C-30 climatologist, Dr. Andrew Weaver, and cli- der David Suzuki described it as “a national to walk more, retrofi t our homes, preserve for- increases Canada’s competitive advantage as mate change policy analyst, Guy Dauncey. embarrassment, a sham and a terrible disap- ests, enact local plans or even join the politi- a source of green technology and has received Unfortunately, they are not the people invited pointment.” No wonder Terry Tamminen, cal forum. We have observed the impacts widespread support. to address our MP’s riding association. That environmental advisor to California governor of increased winter storm events, the rising The second step is to fully reinstate the honour falls to climate change deniers funded Arnold Schwarzenegger, says Canada’s federal oceanic temperatures, the changing plankton EnerGuide program, which provided grants by the oil patch, like Timothy Ball, who will go government is “asleep at the switch.” communities, the shifts and declines in fi sh, to homeowners to help cut GHGs by retro- down in history for helping stall policy for 17 As Gulf Islanders, we pride ourselves on bird and marine mammal populations, the fitting their homes. Better yet, improve it! years. researching best practices of other com- dying off of western red cedars, the increasing Our Minister of Natural Resources kicked off So I ask you to join me in taking those fi rst munities around the world and trying every summer droughts, the rise in pathogens. his term by eliminating the program. After steps toward protecting this very precious approach to get them implemented. From However, we can only do so much at the a year of protest, he reinstated it under a planet from further damage, and to encour- water quality to affordable housing, no one local level before we need support from different name, but with only 20 per cent of age politicians at every level to understand can accuse us of not doing our homework. strong federal ground rules to stop the worst the original budget and no provision for low- how we can accomplish this. Together, we can This means there are many islanders watching polluters and reward the conservers. That income families who incur the greatest energy make a difference. what is going on with the water, the weather, means, very simply, setting absolute caps costs through substandard housing. The IPCC The writer is Liberal candidate for the Saan- the wildlife, the health of their children, their on emissions. The latest installment of the report on mitigation identifi es improvements ich-Gulf Islands federal riding. 10 | WEDNESDAY, MAY 23, 2007 | GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD

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The “environmentally I understand my idea of challenged” Campbell gov- OPEN HOUSE zippy may not be the same ernment is doing some as the guy driving behind laudible things to cut B.C.’s Saturday May 26 & Sunday May 27 • 12 noon - 3pm me. He sees the sign saying greenhouse gas emissions. 60kph and drives 80! We all But in other ways, it remains 107 ATKINS ROAD do that. an environmental failure. With this mutual under- It slipped some clauses PANORAMIC VIEW LOT RETIREMENT LIVING RECREATIONAL RETREAT standing, I assume I will into the middle of Bill 11, • 1.13 acres • Close to town have a few people driv- which enables it to over-ride • Community water ing behind my little green the wishes of local people in • Good privacy machine wishing I could just the Kootenays to Revelstoke • Spectacular views go a little bit faster. Truth be area who are opposed to CALL ALLAN OR MIKE TO VIEW told, so do I. Scooters, gas- the Jumbo Creek glacier ski $279,000 MLS ______powered or electric, don’t go development. We should all fast. Mine is not designed oppose the Jumbo project. 2 bed, 2 bathroom, nice layout with Situated in a private, peaceful setting, this Salt Spring acreage for speed. It is designed to It would enable the jet set BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY is ready for your building plans. Nicely treed entry and driveway The Premier Taxi Company spacious rooms, skylights and lots of lead you to a sunny enclave, with power and water developed to do no environmental harm to go skiing year round on a 3 cars, 3 taxi licences windows. Double carport, workshop and cleared building site. Gently sloping, this 1.77 acre parcel backs storage area. Private garden and patio onto a bird sanctuary, and offers a convenient travel trailer as I make that second trip to glacier, right in grizzly bear and a small sleeping cabin to use as a recreation retreat or Ganges to get my forgotten territory! $99,000 area provides a little oasis of tranquility. a place to stay as you build your new home. Also includes a Call Allan! storage shed. item from the morning. The Campbell govern- $179,000 MLS $289,000 MLS The bike uses 30 cents of ment also passed Bill 30, hydro to every $10 of gas. which allows it to override 20 ACRES SOUTH SALT SPRING RESTAURANT OPPORTUNITY THE MARKET IS I am riding a licensed local municipalities in zon- vehicle on the road, so give ing decisions which affect ACTIVE! me the courtesy that I give independent power projects, in return. I am only asking this despite earlier promises If you would like to for a little patience. to respect municipal deci- know the value I do and can go at the sion-making authority. speed limit on Lower Gan- If we are serious about of your property, ges Road, which is my usual protecting the earth, local Southwest ocean view land. Heavily treed, route home. communities need the abil- offering many building sites, roughed in drive. Great downtown Ganges business. Well call Mike or Allan Privacy & peace. This is the impressive view located beside Centennial Park with However, some of you feel ity to say “no” to destructive, attainable with selective tree removal. Bordering lots of parking and outdoor seating. for a no-obligation so inconvenienced by my wasteful developments. We on hundreds of acres of parkland. Off the Grid. Home-made southwest and Canadian scooter and feel it necessary can see that right here on Good investment holding cooking with proven original recipes. 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CALL TODAY FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT WITH A PHYSICIAN 537-4066 Dr. Georges Benloulou MBBCh., CCFP Dr. Jan Malherbe MBBCh., CCFP GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD | WEDNESDAY, MAY 23, 2007 | 11 OPINION Put my 20 years of Real Estate Climate change: Spin or action? experience to work for you! BY DOROTHY CUTTING world. All the negative effects Regarding Gary Lunn’s of global warming we see Kerry Chalmers 537-5515 opinion piece in the May 9 INDEPTH today would be greatly exac- Driftwood headlined “Envi- University of Colorado pre- erbated. We would fi nd our- Salt Spring Realty www.saltspringrealty.com ronment plan delivers while dicts that the summer ice in selves on the verge of a run- letting economy prosper,” the Arctic could be gone as away climate crisis, which, he’s indeed correct when early as 2020, three decades like a chaotic system, would he says that “Canadians sooner than predicted by the be impossible to control or deserve straight talk on tar- Intergovernmental Panel on predict. To understand more gets . . . .” Climate Change (IPCC). The about what our planet will This article represents an disappearance of this refl ec- look like as the temperature attempt to straighten out tive ice surface may cause increases, read the informa- some of the confusion sur- what Robert Hunter termed tive and well-researched rounding the Conservatives’ in his book “2030” a “heat new book by Mark Lynas: new version of the Clean Air explosion” that will trigger a Six Degrees: Our Future on a Act. global calamity. Hotter Planet. The former Clean Air Act Millions of people across With the exception of was announced last October our planet are suffering Norway, no world govern- by Environment Minister from the effects of an esca- ment has honestly faced the Rona Ambrose and called lating climate crisis, though issue of setting realistic tar- for greenhouse gas (GHG) of course not the oil indus- gets — realistic not in politi- reductions of 45 to 65 per try. 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The ultimate goal Africa, Australia and China, set by the IPCC is that of and the price of rice, wheat, preventing more than two Rental corn, barley, cattle and pork degrees of warming, though Assistance are all up by more than 30 even the reductions the IPCC per cent since March 2005, proposes would only give us Program causing Merrill Lynch to coin a 50 per cent chance of doing a new word: agfl ation. this. Glaciers on the Alps and As for a planet two degrees Andes are fast melting, as hotter than it is now, no one are those on Greenland, who loves his or her children “It’s made a world of diff erence” and the National Center for and grandchildren would Atmospheric Research at the want them to live in such a Thanks to the Rental Assistance Program, Cathy doesn’t worry about having enough money to cover household expenses. The Province has recently raised the maximum household income ceiling for the Rental Assistance Program, MORE meaning more working families with a combined gross household income of TThank You’s! less than $28,000 are eligible. Your generous donations to the Greenwoods B.C. families who rent in the private market, like Cathy’s, may be eligible Foundation and your support of the silent and to receive direct cash assistance for their monthly rent payments. live auction will contribute considerably towards purchasing some of the following items which Families must have at least one child under are required by Greenwoods and for which no the age of 19, lived in B.C. for the past government funding is available: 12 months and been employed at some • Completing the acquisition of the new beds • Two wide base and seat bath chairs point during the past year. • Lumex feeding chairs • Two electric reclining chairs For more information on the • Completing the renovation of the courtyard Rental Assistance Program, and many other items important to the comfort contact BC Housing at and safety of Greenwoods residents. 604-433-2218 in the Lower FOOD PROVIDERS:Artist’s Bistro, Falconshead Mainland or 1-800-257-7756 Grill, Golden Island Restaurant, Oystercatcher Seafood Bar and Grill, Raven Street Market-Café, elsewhere in B.C. Salt Spring Coffee Company, Seaside Restaurant, Salt Spring Dairy Service, Embe Bakery, Jana’s Bake Shop, www.bchousing.org The Local, Five Star Moving, Ganges Village Market.

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LETTERS to the transportation open the constable, nor do I share tion begins within, with continued from 11 house this Thursday, May his partial nerve loss to that acceptance of responsibil- 24, between 3 and 6 p.m. at leg, nor have I been unable ity and caring by oneself, a Thursdays Meaden Hall, and support to work as a result for the freely-chosen desire to be RANTS and Roses enhancement of pedestrian past six months. peaceful. ICBC has informed safety by building sidewalks While I am disturbed by Since actions speak us that, in 2005, the most and controlled crossings this, I and the community louder than words, I hope Roses A truck load of fl owers to all pedestrian-related traffic on Lower Ganges Road and have been offended with an Marcano will consider dur- of the volunteers and players fatalities took place in the elsewhere. escalating police services ing the coming six months Lots of roses, lilies, daffo- who attended the fundrais- month of November — not A. JEAN ELDER, deficit because we lost the what he can do, what vol- dils and many thanks to Josip ing event for the Howe Court during the weekends nor in ISABELLE RICHARDSON, services of one of our peace untary ongoing service he Budimcic (also known as Joe last Saturday afternoon at the twilight hours — but on LOWER GANGES ROAD offi cers. can perform for the com- Somebody) for putting up GISS. Most of those fl owers Thursdays between 12:01 In my opinion, Mr. Mar- munity later, to show that our new Lady Minto Hospital should go to Jeremy Byron, and 3 p.m. Actions speak cano was very fortunate indeed he is as sorry as he Thrift Shop sign and to Ken and Lyall and Perry Ruehlen. Perhaps some of your This letter concerns the only to receive a sentence said he was to the magis- Marr of Windsor Plywood for BH readers will be able to sug- actions of Eugene Marcano, of six months in jail for his trate. supplying the wood for the gest why the early after- featured in a May 16 Drift- offence, one day for each One thought comes to strapping of the sign. Your One million roses to the noons on Thursdays would wood story. day his victims have had to mind: go to the police and kind donation of time and kind soul who has, once be so dangerous. When a police officer is suffer so far. ask how to support them in labour is much appreciated. again, given so generously In the meantime, and if assaulted, it offends me and However, there is no real their work or in youth edu- We hope it will attract more to ease my fi nancial burden you cannot arrange to stay it offends the community. rehabilitation necessar- cation services. people to come and shop. of living with Huntington’s home all Thursdays, espe- I have not had to suffer ily in an “eye for an eye” RON HAWKINS, Dorothy Kyle Disease. I feel very blessed cially in November, come the same consequences as response. True rehabilita- SALT SPRING to be living in such a loving and supportive community. Thanks to all who leave their GVM tapes — every little bit makes a difference. Lorna & •What’s for Dinner? Sable

Shopping list: THE GANGES VILLAGE MARKET SEAFOOD LASAGNA ROLL B.C. and Newfoundland Short cuts to cooking for one or two with Sarah Lynn bunches of beautiful roses Lasagne noodles to Bev and Gord Cartwright. Ricotta Cheese: Naturally low in fat, Ricotta is a fresh, soft, snowy white cheese with a The wonderful work they do Green onion rich but mild, slightly sweet flavor. The name Ricotta is derived from the Latin word recocta, meaning re-cooked or cooked twice. Most Italian Ricottas are made from the whey that is on the grounds of Burgoyne Garlic drained off while making cheeses such as mozzarella and provolone. Technically not a cheese United Church is a gift to us 1 Can crab or shrimp because it is made from a cheese by-product, Ricotta is a staple of Italian cooking. If seafood all. Burgoyne UCW. is your fancy, treat yourself to this seafood lasagna roll with alfredo sauce, what a tasty bite! Ricotta cheese Antique roses to the cou- 1 Egg ¥ Pre-heat oven to 350¼ ple who not only gave me 1 Ganges Village Market Prepare 6-8 Lasagne noodles as per package instructions, drain & let cool. Mix together 1/2 but also delivered the Elec- fresh lemon cup ricotta cheese, 1 can crab or shrimp, 1 clove garlic minced, 2 tablespoons lemon trolux “leaf blower.” Works like a charm! Dill zest, 1 egg, 2 sliced green onions, 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon dill, salt & pepper to taste. Spread mixture evenly on each noodle. Roll up each noodle, place in an 1 Jar Classico Alfredo Dozens of Just Joey roses pasta sauce oiled baking pan & top with 1/2 jar of alfredo sauce & 1/2 cup grated smoked cheese or to Dawn and Bob, Mary and mozzarella cheese. Bake for 30 minutes. Serve with the Ganges Village Market bakery’s Salt Alan, Marion and Ken, Bar- fresh garlic bread. Enjoy! bara and Peggy for chauffeur- Black pepper Come and try this wonderful dish at ing me while I was grounded. Ganges Village Market •Thursday This Thursday 1:00 12 noon - 5:30 - 4pm I am blessed to have such THE GANGES VILLAGE MARKET This Thursday 1:00-5:30pm garlic bread • This Friday 11am - 6pm good friends. Myrtle FOOD DEMONSTRATION FridayThis Friday 11:00 11:00am-5:30pm - 5:30 To Farmer Bill and his GANGES sidekick Colin: future-dated, old-fashioned roses for your VILLAGE MARKET gifts of equipment, time and enthusiasm. Copper Kettle OPEN DAILY 8am - 9pm 100% locally owned & operated Community Partnership

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COAST GUARD AUXILIARY Friends and neighbours save lives on the water Auxiliary members gear up for Safe Boating Day

BY KEN G. MORISETTE CCGA UNIT 25 The motto of the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary, “Volun- teers Saving Lives at Sea”, certainly rings true. Last year, auxiliary members throughout B.C. were called out by the rescue centre on 834 missions; they assisted 652 boaters in trouble, and saved 237 lives. They also saved $22 million worth of boats. Salt Spring Islanders can be very proud of their neigh- bours who are members of the local Coast Guard Auxiliary Unit 25 here in Ganges. Last year they were tasked on 33 missions (seven of them last December), assisted 30 boaters and saved boats valued at $1.33 million. So, are they really up to the task? You bet they are — because they never stop training and practising. In the last 12 months they participated in 154 training exercises, 42 of them at night, and 20 during restricted visibility: fog, heavy rain or snow. Every member has their Pleasure Craft Operator Cer- tifi cate, Advanced Marine First Aid, Marine Radio Operator Licence, and many, many hours of training in Marine Search and Rescue (SAR) and boating safety. Some of them — those who coxswain the rescue boats) — have been through the Coast Guard’s famous fast-response vessel operator-train- ing course held every winter at Bamfi eld on the west coast of Vancouver Island. Throughout B.C. during every hour of every day there are at least 90 Coast Guard auxiliary volunteers standing by 30 fast response rescue boats ready to go at a moment’s notice. Every Thursday here on Salt Spring, local auxiliary members meet to plan out their crew scheduling ‘round the clock for Coast guard personnel head out of Ganges Harbour. the coming week. Then they conduct classroom and on-the- water training exercises. Saturday, May 26, in Ganges at the “breakwater dock.” the Coast Guard cutter Cape Kuper, and you may even get a A number of local members have taken special training Between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. they will show off their brand ride on the new boat. and are Transport Canada-certifi ed boat safety “courtesy new rescue crew training and boating safety vessel, which Bring your own life jackets/PFDs and they will check checkers.” They offer boaters free, educational safety checks will be dedicated in a ceremony at 1 p.m. them for condition and size. of their boat and its equipment. There will be free coffee and goodies, prizes for the heav- Ken G. Morisette is Unit 25’s pleasure craft courtesy check You can meet these fi ne people during Safe Boating Day, ing line contest and a safe boating quiz. You can get a tour of training co-ordinator. RESCUE Boat rescue: learning experience for all Safety tips Some quick reminders compliments of The strength of Salt Spring’s on the short run to Money To make sure the vessel have sunk and they could Gulf Islands Marine Rescue Society: boating community was dem- Maker Reef. hadn’t suffered further dam- have been seriously injured • Check the Safe Boating Guide. Know onstrated recently as a local A local commercial crab age and sprung a leak from – or worse. what safety equipment your boat needs to fisherman, the Ganges Coast boat, Welbury Bay II, had being pulled off the rocks, While the boat was not be in compliance with the law. Guard and Unit 25 of the heard the initial distress call a careful inspection was severely damaged, the repair • Always have an approved lifejacket/ Canadian Coast Guard Auxil- and also responded to the required. bill will cost thousands of dol- PFD that properly fits each person on iary (CCGA) worked together incident. The twin-engine, $600,000 lars. board. to rescue a stranded boat. Once on scene, they deter- vessel suffered damage to its “Was it a moment’s lack of • Everyone born after April 1, 1983 oper- The accident occurred on mined the two persons on the starboard propeller and drive attention?” asks Morisette. ating a pleasure craft fi tted with a motor a recent afternoon when a stranded boat sustained no shaft. “An error in reading the must have a Pleasure Craft Operators 50-foot yacht grounded on injuries. The skipper decided to take navigation equipment? Fail- Competency (PCOC) card. Money Maker Reef near the The vessel was not holed or the boat to Sidney under its ure to check the paper chart? • All operators of boats fitted with a entrance to Ganges Harbour, taking on water. Fortunately, own power for repair. It doesn’t take much. Mother motor and less than four metres long must explained CCGA member the incident occurred during The Welbury Bay II, also Nature is very unforgiving have a PCOC. Ken Morisette. a rising tide. Sidney bound, acted as an — time and tide wait for no • Don’t cruise with booze or under the CCGA crew member Ellen The Welbury Bay II, being escort. man.” infl uence of drugs. It is a danger to every- Reid and coxswain Patrick larger and more powerful than The stricken vessel was Problems at sea can be min- one and against the law. Wolfe-Milner responded to the CCGA’s small rescue boat, extremely well-equipped with imized by taking a good boat- • Keep clear of swimmers, divers and the pager call, which read put a line on the stern of the charts, compass, global posi- ing course through the Cana- other vessels. Code 2 — vessel in trouble but stricken vessel and managed tioning system, radar and dian Power and Sail Squadron, • Learn to navigate safely; know where not in immediate danger. to pull it free. chart plotter. or an accredited commercial the rocks are! After gearing up in their At this time, the Ganges The two people on this boating school. • Respect the marine environment: floater suits, equipment vests, Coast Guard motor lifeboat yacht were very lucky, said After all, one little rock can pump out at stations and leave no gar- and helmets, the two set off Cape Kuper arrived on scene. Morisette. The boat could ruin your whole day. bage. YOUR ON-ISLAND SUPPLIER FOR MARINE ACCESSORIES Be Prepared with a Honda Generator SAFETY SUPPLIES Honda FLARES Water ELECTRONICS Pumps AND MORE

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PHOTOS BY DERRICK LUNDY Windsor Plywood’s From left, a skipper stands on the bow of his boat; Tony, Heather and Graham Meek on the Minke; and vessels racing through local waters in last weekend’s annual Round Salt DECK & PATIO Spring race. Round the rock SAILING RACE the closest view of the race Event! continued from 1 as the ship’s Swartz Bay- “With the thought of glory Fulford Harbour route cut and prizes dancing in their directly through the race. heads, everyone bashed on “At one point we had two and the wind bashed back. boats so close to our star- The end result is that it will board side we could have be a busy week for the sail- passed them an ‘All Aboard makers in Sidney.” Breakfast,’” said B.C. Fer- ries mate Aaron Sigurgeir- son, who offered his sailing 5/4 x 6 RHINO “At one point, we had knowledge to help the Skee- na navigate the armada-rid- two boats so close to den waters. COMPOSITE DECKING “The trouble with trying to get through with so many Rhino Deck is the tough deck! our starboard side, sailboats going so fast is that Features a textured wood grained, non-skid fi nish on one side when you change course and a smooth to the touch surface on the other. Great for decks, to go around one, you get gazebos, pool areas, docks and children’s play areas that you we could have passed in the way of three or four other ones.” want a maintenance free, splinter free deck! Acorn Brown or them an ‘All Aboard Barn Wood Grey. ROUND SALT SPRING 2007 RESULTS YOUR CHOICE Breakfast.’” • Overall Winner: Slipper, traditional or $ skippered by Ian Collombin hidden fastener 2.35 L.F. AARON SIGURGEIRSON, • Division A: Caliente, Skeena Queen mate skippered by Ole Anderson • Division B: Slippery When Wet, skippered by Solid sea water could be Brian Spencer Roman 5/4 x 6 treated decking seen fl owing over the decks • Division C: Wits End, ...... ¢ of smaller boats as waves skippered by Larry Nohr Paving 81 L.F. rolled over them, Simmons • Division Multi-Hull: 6/4 x 6 treated decking $ said. Slipper, skippered by Ian Stones ... 1.02 L.F. Passengers and crew Collombin 5/4 x 6 stk red cedar aboard B.C. Ferries’ Skeena • Division NFS: Bel Esprit, ...... $ Queen on Saturday morn- skippered by Rick Wun- $ ea. - “beautiful stock!” 1.40 L.F. ing were among those with derlich 1.65 2 x 6 clear cedar 6’ $ ...... 1.98 L.F.

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GANGES VILLAGE Single flag per pole, please

Resident urges respect the number of fl ags per pole. However, Napier, who served briefly in for tradition the army, was adamant about the tradition. BY STACY CARDIGAN SMITH “Anybody my age knows these things.” DRIFTWOOD STAFF Some further digging discovered he was Islanders can thank local resident Donald correct. Napier for helping keep Salt Spring’s fl ags “The protocol for fl ying a fl ag is one fl ag fl ying with pride while following the “unof- per pole. It’s a protocol, not a rule,” said Len fi cial rules.” Westerberg, Canadian Heritage media rela- A few weeks back, Napier noticed the tions offi cer. Tourist Information Centre/Chamber of The Canadian flag always takes centre Commerce was fl ying two fl ags — the Cana- stage, he added. dian fl ag and the Tourism B.C. fl ag —from a Napier was delighted on Friday to see the single pole. chamber is now following policy, fl ying only “It’s very bad etiquette,” Napier said. one fl ag on the pole. PHOTO BY STACY CARDIGAN SMITH “Americans do it, but they’re different.” Unfortunately, as a Tourism B.C member, Donald Napier is pleased that one fl ag only is now fl ying at the Chamber of Commerce. A stickler for tradition, Napier contacted the info centre is required to fl y the Tourism the info centre to request they fl y one fl ag B.C. fl ag. As a result, the Canadian fl ag was per pole. moved. Chamber executive director Perry Rue- As a not for profi t, the chamber is not cur- Thimb hlen was unaware of any rule pertaining to rently able to erect another pole. s le F SCHOOL DISTRICT 64 ser ar ra YOUR PLANT NURSERY m F qr s Present education system SPECIAL Tons and tons of produces “spineless adults” John Abbott talks Heather MacTaggart, execu- Abbott said the current sys- Large, 2 gallon INSTANT COLOUR tive director of Classroom tem, where students attend about future of Connections, an organiza- classes until they are roughly HOSTAS & tion that works closely with 18 years old, is “upside down education in the 21st Century. MacTaggart and inside out.” HANGING BASKETS Gulf Islands will now work with SD64 to He argued this system has only $16.99 implement some of the the- never been accepted as the BY STACY ories presented by Abbott. most benefi cial way of edu- CARDIGAN SMITH In his presentation, Abbott cating youth, but rather was We have an enormous DRIFTWOOD STAFF FERNS argued we’ve become more deemed necessary during selection John Abbott’s recent visit technologically competent the Depression when Frank- We have the largest to Salt Spring served its pur- than wise. If our children are lin D. Roosevelt made it ille- collection of ferns in of pose of rallying support for a to stop the disastrous direc- gal for youth under 18 years new educational theory and tion the planet is heading old to work. North America. PERENNIALS system that School District they must learn adaptabil- Education should be like Choose from over 64 is in the initial stages of ity, something our current scaffolding, insomuch as it for shade and sun implementing. system does not teach. can be removed as it becomes one hundred varieties Abbott, who refers to him- “The reason we have such, unnecessary, he said. self as an “intellectual refu- dare I say, spineless adults, is The older a student gets, in all shapes and sizes gee” from Britain and repre- because they’ve never taken the less time they should HEDGING CEDARS sents the Canada-based 21st risks. They’ve never had to,” spend in the classroom. Century Learning Initiative, Abbott said. Instead, they should be out PATIO POTS 15% OFF was on-island May 7-9. 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Abbott’s cognitive appren- Although initially timid, the Abbott and MacTaggart ticeship approach and is THIMBLE Fraser’s crowd was full of questions argued education is like a only one of the ideas SD64 is Thimble and comments by the end of three-legged stool, which currently exploring. Farms FARMS the evening. They appeared includes the home for emo- New Brunswick is adopt- Fraser’s eager to spread the words tional support, the com- ing the practices province- 175 Arbutus Road • 537-5788 and goals of both Abbott munity for inspiration and wide. OPEN 9 AM - 4:30 DAILY and 21st Century. the school for intellectual For more information, log Abbott was joined by support. on to www.www.21learn.org.

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Electric-wheeled able, easy to drive and more silent than expected. It was a strange vehicles (EVs) give sensation, cruising along silently at 32 km/hour (the max speed that a gas-free option Transport Canada allows for “elec- BY MEGHAN HOWCROFT trically-assisted bikes”). DRIFTWOOD STAFF It was just as Dixon described: What is red, moves silently, turns “There’s so much life to see and heads wherever it goes and is help- hear and smell that you fi nd moving ing to save the planet? No, it isn’t along a bit slower quite enjoyable.” Spider-Man, it’s the sleek electric When braking on the way down- scooter that local environmental- hill, you feel a distinct pull, as the ist Chris Dixon is selling through brakes turn off the motor and his new EVRiders business. become a generator that helps Dixon, a cabinet-maker by trade, recharge the battery. is also an activist and vocal sup- Going uphill proved an even porter of alternative transporta- more interesting endeavour; once tion. His decision to branch out you feel the scooter losing power, and sell electric-wheeled vehicles you move back on the seat and (EVs) seems to be a natural exten- fumble for the pedals that — sion of his philosophies on the although awkward — essentially environment. help the motor get you up the hill. “Without trying to point fi ngers By the time we returned, the test or blame, I just want people to think drive had sealed the deal. Bates was about who we are and what we use sold and so was Dixon’s fi rst bike. up in a day,” Dixon explained. “The The scooters, which cost $1,600- neat thing about these [EVs] is that $1,800, require no special licence they make us do that.” to operate. Each purchase comes Dixon’s vehicles are quiet, afford- with a helmet, a poncho and a able, environmentally friendly and PHOTO BY DERRICK LUNDY refl ective safety vest. gasoline free. Plus he offers qual- Chris Dixon shows off three electric-wheeled vehicles available through his EVRiders business. When I see Bates’ “chick bike” ity customer service, which I was parked in Ganges next to my pol- lucky enough to see when some run on rechargeable batteries experience) hopped onto the little sensor that engages its motor. luting, money-pit of a car, I know unexpected customers popped in housed beneath your feet. The red scooter that Dixon dubbed the “It’s kinda like having a second who has made the right choice. to check out the EVs. longest Dixon has gone on a single “chick bike” and I took the slightly set of legs helping out on the hills,” “You can’t simply ask people to “Down girl!” Dixon joked as 18- charge is 26.5 km. larger silver version. Dixon said. abandon what they do without year-old Cathy Bates’ eyes lit up Bates and her mother were just Also in Dixon’s roster is an He will also be doing conver- offering them an attractive alter- at the sight of the shiny vehicles on their way to Victoria to shop for orange scooter that has a slower sions on regular bikes to make native,” Dixon said. in his garage. At first glance the a scooter, when they heard about top speed — but because of its them electric too. With his EVs, he has made us Motorino scooters resemble your Dixon’s local business. Perfect tim- reduction gears is better on hills — As Bates and I cruised along just such an offer. Now all we have average scooter, with the excep- ing, as it gave me someone to go some Veloteq scooters, a couple of Salt Spring’s windy roads, our to do is take him up on it. For fur- tion of the pedals, which seem joy-riding with. “kick-bikes,” a tricycle and a nifty grins were bright and wide. The ther information go to www.evrid- slightly out of place. The vehicles Bates (who had little driving electric bicycle with a pedal-assist vehicles proved steady, comfort- ers.ca, or call Dixon at 537-2840.

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Electric-wheeled able, easy to drive and more silent than expected. It was a strange vehicles (EVs) give sensation, cruising along silently at 32 km/hour (the max speed that a gas-free option Transport Canada allows for “elec- BY MEGHAN HOWCROFT trically-assisted bikes”). DRIFTWOOD STAFF It was just as Dixon described: What is red, moves silently, turns “There’s so much life to see and heads wherever it goes and is help- hear and smell that you fi nd moving ing to save the planet? No, it isn’t along a bit slower quite enjoyable.” Spider-Man, it’s the sleek electric When braking on the way down- scooter that local environmental- hill, you feel a distinct pull, as the ist Chris Dixon is selling through brakes turn off the motor and his new EVRiders business. become a generator that helps Dixon, a cabinet-maker by trade, recharge the battery. is also an activist and vocal sup- Going uphill proved an even porter of alternative transporta- more interesting endeavour; once tion. His decision to branch out you feel the scooter losing power, and sell electric-wheeled vehicles you move back on the seat and (EVs) seems to be a natural exten- fumble for the pedals that — sion of his philosophies on the although awkward — essentially environment. help the motor get you up the hill. “Without trying to point fi ngers By the time we returned, the test or blame, I just want people to think drive had sealed the deal. Bates was about who we are and what we use sold and so was Dixon’s fi rst bike. up in a day,” Dixon explained. “The The scooters, which cost $1,600- neat thing about these [EVs] is that $1,800, require no special licence they make us do that.” to operate. Each purchase comes Dixon’s vehicles are quiet, afford- with a helmet, a poncho and a able, environmentally friendly and PHOTO BY DERRICK LUNDY refl ective safety vest. gasoline free. Plus he offers qual- Chris Dixon shows off three electric-wheeled vehicles available through his EVRiders business. When I see Bates’ “chick bike” ity customer service, which I was parked in Ganges next to my pol- lucky enough to see when some run on rechargeable batteries experience) hopped onto the little sensor that engages its motor. luting, money-pit of a car, I know unexpected customers popped in housed beneath your feet. The red scooter that Dixon dubbed the “It’s kinda like having a second who has made the right choice. to check out the EVs. longest Dixon has gone on a single “chick bike” and I took the slightly set of legs helping out on the hills,” “You can’t simply ask people to “Down girl!” Dixon joked as 18- charge is 26.5 km. larger silver version. Dixon said. abandon what they do without year-old Cathy Bates’ eyes lit up Bates and her mother were just Also in Dixon’s roster is an He will also be doing conver- offering them an attractive alter- at the sight of the shiny vehicles on their way to Victoria to shop for orange scooter that has a slower sions on regular bikes to make native,” Dixon said. in his garage. At first glance the a scooter, when they heard about top speed — but because of its them electric too. With his EVs, he has made us Motorino scooters resemble your Dixon’s local business. Perfect tim- reduction gears is better on hills — As Bates and I cruised along just such an offer. Now all we have average scooter, with the excep- ing, as it gave me someone to go some Veloteq scooters, a couple of Salt Spring’s windy roads, our to do is take him up on it. For fur- tion of the pedals, which seem joy-riding with. “kick-bikes,” a tricycle and a nifty grins were bright and wide. The ther information go to www.evrid- slightly out of place. The vehicles Bates (who had little driving electric bicycle with a pedal-assist vehicles proved steady, comfort- ers.ca, or call Dixon at 537-2840.

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PHOTO BY DERRICK LUNDY Salt Spring library volunteers Oliver Cannon and Nicole Oakley take out books written by local authors in preparation for this weekend’s Writers’ Day celebration. Celebrating 120 island authors Annual Writers’ Day event authors have published more than ly, A Pace of Grace. one book) off the library’s shelves this Rubright said Popov was unani- An Exhibition Of New Works takes place Sunday week in preparation for the event, said mously selected because everyone’s Rubright. Early Sunday, the computers face on the seven-member planning BY TANYA LESTER in the main foyer will be pushed back committee “lit up” when her name was DRIFTWOOD CONTRIBUTOR and covered to make room to display mentioned. Salt Spring’s 120 published authors all these titles. The long-time library volunteer will be honoured at the library’s annual “Writers’ Day is to honour the emphasizes the fact that the event is Writers’ Day this Sunday, May 27. authors,” Rubright said. “The library is open to the entire public. If things go Artist In Attendance Half a dozen years ago, when Elma doing this because we love the written as in past years, it will be standing Saturday, May 26th Rubright came up with the idea for a word.” room only. 1 pm to 3 pm special day focussed on local authors, To her knowledge, no other small Rubright looks forward to the future she thought the total number was community boasts such a large num- when the celebration can occur in the around a dozen. ber of writers. proposed roomier new library. To her surprise it added up to 80. The event’s main focus will be a The event, including home bak- Since then, the number has contin- speech by Linda Kavelin Popov, who ing and coffee, is free of charge and ued to grow. Teenage volunteers are has authored several books connected runs from 2 to 4 p.m. at Mary Hawkins pulling at least 150 books (many local to her Virtues Project and, most recent- Memorial Library. BenefiFUNDRAISERS t gathers funds for War Child Canada ‘Dry Stone Wall’ (detail) 22”hand x dyed 15” and painted silk applique Almost $1,500 deal with the trauma of war. regarding the War Child cause know more about War Child J.MitchellGalleryJ. Mitchell Gallery Hosted by Falconshead within the Salt Spring com- and its activities.” donated at event and the Raven Street Mar- munity,” said Raven Street Musicians from Salt 3104 Grace Point Sq. ket Cafe, the event saw non- co-owner Richard Verhagen Spring and beyond donated Salt Spring Island Salt Spring’s first kid- stop music and food served in a thank-you message to their time and talents to the 537.8822 STOCK Benefi t held at Fal- all day at the golf club res- participants. “In fact, I have fundraiser, and local food 10 am to 5 pm daily conshead Grill on May 12 taurant for a $20 donation. probably received two dozen suppliers and beer compa- 11 am to 4 pm Sundays & Holidays raised almost $1,500 for War “In addition to the money e-mails from people who nies also contributed. Child Canada, which helps raised, the event generated could not actually attend the A DVD of the event was www.jmitchellgallery.com children around the world a great deal of awareness event, but who wanted to also made.

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(250) 724-5754 199 Salt Spring Way 5410 Argyle St. Port Alberni, B.C. Ask about our refl exology treatment serving the West Coast Boaters since 1980 Visit us online: www.portboathouse.com GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD | WEDNESDAY, MAY 23, 2007 | 27 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT ISLAND WRITERS The virtue of being a writer Writers’ Day guest prising is prayerfulness. Cer- Driftwood’s Aqua magazine) tainly it was not a marketing and to work towards a radio speaker shares concept that Penguin Books show pilot. executives in New York City Sometime in the future secrets to success (now the publishers of Pop- she intends to write a book ov’s books) had ever consid- documenting the experi- BY TANYA LESTER ered until meeting the Salt ences of parents and chil- DRIFTWOOD CONTRIBUTOR Spring author. dren who have used The Vir- When Linda Kavelin Popov said they expected tues Guide. Popov talks about how The to be told about an elabo- Popov believes the Writ- Virtues Guide she and her rate marketing plan when ers’ Day event is an impor- partners self-published in they asked how she and her tant celebration because 1991 and sold out of their partners had managed to Salt Spring Island has such Salt Spring garage inspires sell 60,000 books out of their an abundance of writers, people to live a more vir- garage. artists and musicians who tuous life in 85 countries, Her answer, instead, was thrive on community sup- it seems nothing short of a to point upwards, indicated port. miracle. Linda Kavelin Popov praying to God had made “It is very important that Popov, who will speak at things happen. we hear each other’s sto- this year’s Writers’ Day at the What did happen, said ries,” she said. library, is the fi rst to admit “People are people Popov, is that people mere- She always enjoys doing her belief in angels. ly told other people about public speaking, whether In fact, she says, it is the guide and within two the audience is comprised a whole team of angels, and the human heart months an incredible num- of West Australian prisoners, including their marketing ber of books had sold. Its CEOs in Korea or Salt Spring director, that’s behind the time had come. residents. success of the guide and a is the human heart.” Sixteen years later, Popov “People are people and number of related books, regularly shares The Virtues the human heart is the including her most recent, A LINDA KAVELIN POPOV Guide concepts with people human heart,” she said. Pace of Grace. Writers’ Day speaker all over the world. For those who wish to Of the many virtues list- This includes working as hear more of Popov’s inspir- ed in The Virtues Guide, lence when they put their part of a facilitation team, ing stories, Writers’ Day is the one that stands out as heads together in Victoria using healing circles, to on Sunday, May 27 from 2 the motivator for the birth and came up with the idea help school communities to 4 p.m. at the Salt Spring of this project is idealism. for the guide. heal after shootings occur. Library.

Popov explains she, her Other virtues Popov lists Currently she uses her Everyone is welcome and PHOTO BY DERRICK LUNDY husband Dan and brother as associated with the proj- writing and communica- admission is free. John wanted to make “a ect are grace, purposeful- tions skills to prepare com- For more information on MUCH MARIMBA: Tara Hollingsworth bangs out the positive difference in the ness and service. munity materials, write col- the Virtues Project, go to beat on the marimba as she and others entertain at Centen- world” and to counter vio- But perhaps the most sur- umns (including one for the www.virturesproject.com. nial Park. LOCAL HISTORY Island settlement history analyzed in Sandwell book Highly readable academic work testing Rural Space explores how these early settlers created and sustained a distinctive adds to local knowledge society, culture and economy.” People with an interest in Salt Spring his- The 384-page book, published by McGill- tory can dig a little deeper with a new book Queen’s University Press, was Sandwell’s by historian Ruth W. Sandwell. doctoral dissertation. She has also lived Contesting Rural Space — Land Policy on Salt Spring and conducted oral history and Practices of Resettlement on Saltspring interviews with several old-timers. Island, 1859-1891 will be launched at an Art- A B.C. Studies review by University Spring event with the author in attendance of Ottawa professor Chad Gaffield con- on Saturday, May 26, from 1-3 p.m. cludes, “All readers . . . will enjoy this “An intriguing mix of African-American, well-crafted and smoothly written study, First Nation, Hawaiian and European, the which provide unmistakable evidence in early residents of Salt Spring Island were nei- favour of emphasizing land, families and ther successful farmers nor full-time waged an integrated socio-cultural approach to workers, neither squatters nor bona-fide the great transformations of settler soci- landowners,” notes a press release. “Con- eties.”

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PHOTO BY DERRICK LUNDY MAKING HER MARK: Molly Lamb puts her special signature on a huge banner adverstising Salt Spring’s fi rst-ever Children’s Festival, set for Sunday, June 17.

CLASSICAL MUSIC Ensemble ‘dream orchestra’ performs Salt Spring’s Paula ensemble are all respected Audience members can hand-picked all the players and accomplished soloists look forward to a rare per- and is a fabulous violist as Kiff ner among in their own right. formance of Bach’s Braden- well as a great conductor.” group’s 15 members The Galiano Ensemble burg Concerto # 6, featur- performed its debut con- ing a duo of solo violins. The “This is a blessed cert in May 2000 under concert also includes three BY DAWN HAGE the baton of founder and concerti by Vivaldi with two DRIFTWOOD CONTRIBUTOR current music direc- solo violins, a quartet of solo group — we really One of Canada’s most tor Yariv Aloni. The group violins and a concerto for esteemed classical string has attracted some of the two solo cellos. like and respect wednesday 23 Chamigos ensembles will grace the most esteemed and accom- One of the solo cellists is Traditional & Contemporary South American Music stage of ArtSpring next plished string players on Paula Kiffner, an islander thursday 24 Chonka weekend to provide a musi- Vancouver Island. Although well known to Salt Spring each other.” West Coast World Folk Music cal feast featuring works by all have busy solo, cham- music lovers. A member Bach, Vivaldi and Handel. ber, orchestral and teaching of the Galiano Ensemble PAULA KIFFNER friday 25 Synergy The 15-member Galiano careers, these sought-after since its inception, Kiffner Cellist Funky, Folky, & Fun Ensemble of Victoria is dedi- musicians find the time to has nothing but the high- cated to “performance of the participate in the ensemble est praise for the chamber In addition to the Galiano saturday 26 Barley Brothers highest level” and includes for reasons of mutual musi- group. Ensemble, Aloni directs the New Grass Music members of the Lafayette cal respect, affection, dis- “It’s incredibly fun,” she Victoria Chamber Orches- sunday 27 Sweetwater String Quartet, the Emily tinguished artistry and high said. “This is a blessed group tra, is artistic director of the Jazz and Bossa Nova Carr String Quartet and local enjoyment. — we really like and respect Comox Valley Youth Music cellist Paula Kiffner, among “The musicians regard each other.” Centre and associate direc- monday 28 Rebecca Nygard others. The concert takes the ensemble as a ‘dream “We haven’t done that tor of the Greater Victoria Blues and Rock Roots place at ArtSpring on Sun- orchestra,’” notes a press many concerts outside of Youth Orchestra. day, June 3 at 2 p.m. release. “They are treated Victoria and this is our fi rst Kiffner was hard pressed tuesday 29 Open Stage with Tara Hollingsworth Titled Virtuoso Strings, it as equals. They have input. appearance on Salt Spring, to choose a favourite from features a program of con- They perform at the highest which is really exciting for the June 3 concert’s banquet certos by the Baroque mas- of levels, thus assisting the me.” of pieces. ters of the Concerto Grosso. growth of their fellows while Kiffner had high praise for “I can’t pick one thing Ensemble members perform catalyzing their own. While director Aloni, crediting him out,” she mused. “The music as both soloists and orches- their fi nancial rewards have with much of the ensemble’s is all wonderful and full of tra in luscious pairings of been meagre in the extreme musical success. great moments.” violas, cellos and multiple until this season, their artis- “He’s wonderful,” she said. Concert tickets cost $20 combinations of sparkling tic rewards are among the “He is really the reason that and are available at the Art- violins. Musicians in the greatest they experience.” the group is so much fun. He Spring box offi ce. Saltspring Island Golf & Country Club Limited Number of Membership Openings in May/June 2007 SUNDAY Breakfast 8am - 11am MEMBERS BENEFIT FROM: EARLY SIGNING BONUS: Sunday Brunch 8am - 2pm • Unlimited Golf Year Round Sign up by June 15, 2007 and Lunch 11am - 5pm •FreePullcarts Dinner 5pm - 10pm Jazz6pm-9pm • Reduced prices on power carts choose from these value packages: featuring... • 10% discount in restaurant and pro shop • Driving Range Privileges Local, fresh, vegetarian, • Members’ guests play at a discounted rate seafood, rotisserie chicken, RON HADLEY • Guest passes lamb, pasta... • Establish a handicap through the RCGA AND • Participation in Member Leagues & Special Events All the Island’s • Power cart packages favourites! • Privilege of purchasing a Members’ Yearly w KIM GARLAND Driving Range Pass for $100 • Golf clinic packages • Reciprocal agreements with other courses on • Flexible payment options Vancouver Island for discount rates MAKE FRIENDS AND MEET PEOPLE WHEN YOU JOIN THE GOLF CLUB Website: www.saltspringgolf.com For details: Contact Club Professional/Manager Steve Marleau 537-2121 www.saltspringinn.com 537.9339 GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD | WEDNESDAY, MAY 23, 2007 | 29 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT DANCE

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PHOTO BY SEAN MCINTYRE Jose Dias Gaspar is proud of the quince “plantation” on his Vesuvius acreage. Huge Selection! Open 9:30-4:30 Mon-Fri Mediterranean flavour in Vesuvius 125 Knott Place, Off Rainbow Road 537-1990 Quince trees bear the length of Gaspar’s backyard. olives, one could easily take this for The orchard is the product of near- the Majorcan countryside rather than fruit unlike any other ly three decades of turning specially a modest hobby farm straddling the selected branches from the mother 48th parallel. BY SEAN MCINTYRE tree into full-out trees. A prize nearly as rewarding as the Did you know that May is DRIFTWOOD STAFF Cydonia oblonga can grow up to spring blossoms, he said, arrives when Every garden tells a story and Jose eight metres high and is related to the the fruit ripens in the fall. Dias Gaspar’s fi ve-acre property along apple tree. It produces a yellow, pear- Before his wife passed away in 2004, CHILD CARE MONTH Vesuvius Bay Road is no exception. shaped fruit roughly 10 centimetres autumn heralded the time for quince It is a time to recognize the important At the far edge of his land, Gaspar long. jams, jellies and puddings. contributions of parents, childcare providers, points to what he affectionately calls Standing amidst 20 young trees tak- Gaspar still uses the fruit to make a community organizations and, most “the mother tree.” ing root in fi ve-gallon buckets around refreshing cider-like wine every win- The gnarled and thickly barked spec- his yard, it’s clear Gaspar isn’t ready to ter. importantly, the children of Salt Spring Island. imen is a little worse for wear owing to call it quits on the quince. For each tree lining his backyard, having been uprooted from its native “I love working with trees because Gaspar said, an untold number have Be sure to celebrate the Child Care professional in soils in southern Portugal when Gas- you can’t tell them what to do,” he said. been given away to friends, family and your life by making this a memorable month. par moved to Canada 25 years ago. “You can help them along the way, enterprising arborists on Salt Spring Despite the 8,000-kilometre journey, but in the end they make up their own and beyond. Telephone 653-4998 the tree proved it can still put on a daz- minds.” He can’t imagine how many have zling display of pink and white blos- Because the quince’s root stock is developed a taste for the little-known soms come spring. a perfect fi t for the moist soils in his fruit over the years. Salt Spring Island Community Services The tree’s legacy, however, stems not neighbourhood, Gaspar has grafted “People come by because they are 268 Fulford-Ganges Rd. so much from what it is today, but countless other species onto estab- curious,” he said. “They take a look, say 537-9971 rather from what it has created: 60 lished trees. ‘What is this quince?’ and then want to www.saltspringcommunityservices.ca quince trees planted in rows extending Between the figs, hazelnuts and know more about them.” COUNSELLING SERVICES ARE FREE * Counselling Services: Short-Term counselling for adults, youth TOUR OF PEACE and families. * Alcohol and Drug Program: Prevention and treatment service is free and confi dential. Islanders report on second Vietnam trip * Family Place: Rugg Huggers parent and baby (0-16 months) drop-in, Mondays 11am - 2pm. Local support given Army, Logan returned to vowed to return this year to cases but very full hearts,” Information on Drop-ins, special programs and counselling to war victims Vietnam with Tours of Peace, once again offer humani- said Logan. support 537-9176 or [email protected] an organization dedicated tarian aid to orphans, the “The Vietnamese people * Food Bank: Open Tuesday, 11am - 4pm Salt Spring residents Bruce to helping veterans heal disabled, people with lepro- are warm, welcoming and * The Wall: Indoor Rock Climbing Gym, Logan and Elaine Head are from the trauma of their war sy and the elderly. resilient . . . the country Contact [email protected] set to share photos and sto- experiences. “Salt Spring sent us on exquisitely beautiful.” * Recycle Depot: Open Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm, 349 ries of their second “tour of Logan and Head were so our journey with many gifts, The Sunday, May 27 event Rainbow Rd., 537-1200. reconciliation and hope” to moved by the needs of the cash donations and good is at the OAP Room at Ful- * Seniors Wellness Programs: Call Sharon Glover at 537-4607. Vietnam at a May 27 event. Vietnamese people, suffer- wishes. We touched many ford Hall at 7:30 p.m. * Emergency Mental Health Services: Available 4pm to midnight In March of 2006, 40 years ing still in the aftermath of of the disadvantaged with For more information, call through Emergency Room at Lady Minto Hospital. Call 538-4840 after his tour of duty as a war and the devastating toll our gifts and attention. We 653-4125 or e-mail logan. * 24 HR. Crisis Line: Toll free: 1-866-386-6323. Caller is platoon leader with the U.S. of Agent Orange, that they returned with empty suit- [email protected]. connected with the Need Crisis Centre in Victoria.

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May 27 to HORSEFEST WEEK June 2, 2007 The equine community has a signifi cant impact on the Salt Spring economy. Congratulate these local businesses involved in Horsefest Week. The many facetsW of horsemanship From May 29 to June 4, you are all invited to discover the many pleasures agility, and the beauty of these exceptional animals! Experience the thrill of a horses offer us; these marvelous animals whose gifts you may or may not be demonstration or let yourself get caught up in the excitement of an equestrian familiar with. Take advantage of Horsefest Week to renew, like many other show. equestrian enthusiasts, the magic of this discipline that is almost as old as As a novice, you will increase your knowledge of horses and the various civilization itself! equestrian techniques: hunt seat, show jumps, dressage, western, etc. Whether As a tourist, take advantage of the different offers and deals that, for an hour, you’re looking for fun or for performance, get familiar with the many equestrian a day, or a week, will let you experience the feelings of freedom and escape that disciplines, in a recreational or competitive setting. Who knows, you may own are inseparable from the practice of horse riding. Discover the intoxication of a your own horse one day! solitary gallop run. There is something for everyone in the world of horses. You only need to contact As a spectator, you will be amazed by the strength, the endurance, the the equestrian centres and clubs in your region to obtain more information.

Offering Medical and Surgical services for pets and farm animals Phone/Fax: 537-9464

Blennerhassett Equestrian Center Soul Ridge Studio & Gallery Saltspring 988 North End Rd, Salt Spring Island, BC, V8K 1L7, Canada Ph: 250 537 2089 Email: [email protected] Fax: 250 537 2148 Website: www.blennerhassettequestrian.com Portraits, Therapeutic Full service equestrian center on the end of St. Mary’s Lake. Offering Commissions, Riding boarding, training, and lessons all in a state of the art facility featuring: Originals  Olympic Size Indoor and Outdoor Arenas  Heated Tack Room and Lunch Room See our website for Now accepting volunteers. Everyone  30 Acre Cross Country Course upcoming events! Look for Mira’s welcome with an interest in working  Gym and Yoga Room and much more! next exhibition with special needs children and adults. at Outdoor clothing appropriate. Salt Spring Coffee Co. in September 2007 Contact Lynn Thorburn, 653-4441 MIRA WARRINGTON, 250-537-0024 [email protected]

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Advertise in the Sacha Edgell DVM David MacDonald DVM y9+ arable and sunny acres Driftwood Classifi eds! y5 Bedrooms with personal sundecks yAttached B&B Suite with patios and hot tub 537-9933 yLarge detached studio 540 Lower Ganges Road yFour paddocks, round pen and riding ring Contact Kelly Regen for Tel. 250 537-5334 yChicken coop, two small barns further information! Fax 250 537-1137 yHigh quantity well with state of the art '5,&)3,!.$3 water  ltration system 537-5515 $RIFTWOOD9/52#/--5.)49.%730!0%23).#% Well priced at $899,900 www.GulfIslandsRealEstate.com “Kind hands for all creatures” GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD | WEDNESDAY, MAY 23 2007 | 36 Safe Boating Week 4 STAY SAFE WITH PROPER EQUIPMENT The following is a list of the minimum required safety equipment for a powered pleasure craft not over six metres long. It was prepared by the Canadian Safe Boating Council.

• One Canadian-approved personal fl otation device or lifejacket of appropriate size for each person on board • One buoyant heaving line of at least 15 metres in length • One manual propelling device or an anchor with at least 15 metres of cable, rope or chain • A Class 5BC fi re extinguisher, if the pleasure craft is equipped with an inboard engine, a fi xed fuel tank of any size, or a fuel-burning cooking, heating or refrigerating appliance • One bailer or one manual water pump with suffi cient hose • A watertight fl ashlight or three Canadian-approved fl ares • A sound-signalling device or appliance • Navigation lights that meet the standards set out in the Collision Regulations if the pleasure craft is operated after sunset and before sunrise or in periods of restricted visibility

The CSBC also recommends having a fi rst-aid kit, tool kit, spare clothing in a water-tight bag, and drinking water and high-energy snacks on board. For more information, go to www.tc.gc.ca/BoatingSafety.

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Fulford The Annual General Meeting of the Fulford Water Service committee will Water Service be held on Saturday, May 26, 2007 at Committee 10 a.m. at the Fulford Hall, Salt Spring Island. Copies of the agenda will be available at Patterson’s Store after May 22, 2007.

For information please call: 1-800-663-4425

Fernwood Water The Annual General Meeting Local Service of the Fernwood Water Local PHOTO B Y DERRICK LUNDY Service committee will be held on Committee POOL TIME: Lifeguard Danielle Viozzi gets in the water with the kids as Shelby Pool re- Saturday, May 26, 2007 at 2:30 pm opens for the summer months. The pool had its grand re-opening on Saturday. at the Salt Spring Island Baptist Church, Lower Auditorium. GARDENING For information please call: 1-800-663-4425 May: incredible in the garden BY PATTI BAUER check your irrigation system der shoots. Potatoes like an DRIFTWOOD CONTRIBUTOR for leaks and ensure optimal acidic soil so if you have any Traditionally, May long performance. woody berms, this is a great weekend is the time to plant Clean and oil your tools. place to plant them. your garden. We are blessed Check your fence and gates Start corn, melons, EXQUISITE TOWNHOME with such an extended sea- for repairs. cucumbers, pumpkins, son — fl owers are blooming The season gets busy and summer and winter squash and our bodies can already you do not want to be tinker- indoors. be nourished from such ing with your infrastructure Although they can be an abundance of food and if your plants are in need of directly sown into your beds, medicinal plants from the attention. cabbage, broccoli and Brus- garden. Community herbalist Saci sels sprouts are much easier My father way up in north- Spindler tells us that this is to transplant out later, sav- ern Manitoba laughs as he a beautiful month to begin ing much weeding. tells me the “snow” worms harvesting the aerial parts are doing the work for him. of plants for medicine. As Not anymore! Time to get the eye can see, the vital life The colours are E digging. force is moving upwards, There are some important unfurling new foliage. seeds to scatter — calendu- This is the time to gather arriving day by day 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths plus powder room, large parking stall, stainless la, borage and nasturtium. spring’s tender leaves. Haw- These plants produce edible thorn leaves are unfolding, steel appliances, hardwood fl oors, upgraded lighting fi xtures, lovely & flowers all summer long, a wonderful herb for giving and activity is private interlock brick patio, beautifully built, complete with window are fantastic companion tone and strength to the plants, are medicinal and heart. Energetically, haw- brimming with coverings, like new. $379,500 excellent soil conditioners. thorn allows the heart to They produce an extraordi- open, be healed and blos- For further information, call Li Read nary amount of biomass to som. earth’s life force. use as mulch or chop into While walking, we notice 1-800-731-7131 your garden beds as a green the wild roses budding. As Salt Spring manure. we are gifted with some Preparing beds for the fall 131 Lower Ganges Rd., V8K 2T2 [email protected] www.liread.com Chickens will work your warm days this cool spring, and winter garden can be garden for you and now is these buds will begin to achieved by planting sum- the time to get some chicks. blossom. Harvest the rose mer cover crops that con- Three to six chickens will petals as a lovely addition to dition, add nutrients and do an incredible amount of salads, tea blends and herb- attract beneficial insects. work. al baths. Buckwheat, berseem clover, Once grown, chickens One thing to keep in mind, bush beans, phacelia and can be placed in a chicken if harvesting any plant to dry calendula are all great cover tractor — a moveable pen for future use, it is impor- crops. — over your garden bed and tant to gather them on a dry For your winter garden, they will weed for you, eat day. Drying wet material will now is the time to sow cele- .EW(ORIZONSFOR3ENIORS0ROGRAM earwigs, slugs, cutworms, compromise the quality. riac, parsnip, turnips, car- wireworms, sow bugs, and In May you can sow many rots, beets and chard. Sow #ALLFOR!PPLICATIONS they will fertilize your beds. seeds — carrots, dill, cilan- winter squash, broccoli, Three to dour days later they tro, onion sets, radishes, cauliflower and cabbage 4HE'OVERNMENTOF#ANADAISACCEPTINGAPPLICATIONSFOR are ready to move on and beets, spinach, chard, beans under a cloche or indoors. your garden bed is happily — directly into the garden. May is an incredible FUNDINGUNDERTHE.EW(ORIZONSFOR3ENIORS0ROGRAM taken care of, and so is your Plant some more potatoes month in the garden. The back. now too. colours are arriving day by Remember to put the Allowing them to sprout day and activity is brimming 4HE0ROGRAMFUNDSCOMMUNITY BASEDPROJECTSTHAT chickens in at night, since slightly will get your spuds with earth’s life force. ENCOURAGESENIORSTOCONTINUETOPLAYANIMPORTANTROLE raccoons eat them. off to a good start, being May you fi nd yourself in INTHEIRCOMMUNITYBYHELPINGTHOSEINNEEDPROVIDING As for infrastructure, careful not to break the ten- its centre. LEADERSHIPANDSHARINGTHEIRKNOWLEDGEANDSKILLSWITH OTHERS4HEDEADLINEFORAPPLICATIONSISJune 29, 2007 NOW BOOKING INTERIOR PROJECTS FOR THE MONTHS OF MAY AND JUNE   Meals you would make.. 449  if you had the time! WWWHRSDCGCCA CheckCheck our out website our selectionfor our at Jana’sweekly Bake menus Shop or our and selectionEmbe at Jana’s Bakery Bake Shop STUDENT PAINTING Christine Godlonton 653-4691 537- 0867 [email protected] www.dinnersreadyonsaltspring.com GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD | WEDNESDAY, MAY 23, 2007 | 39 PEOPLE & COMMUNITY COOKING Beef, rice noodles combine for Thai feast Stir Fry Filet 2 tomatoes, chopped Mignon Thai Style Combine beef, garlic, chili, lemongrass, sauces 500-gram beef fi let, sliced Linda and cilantro. Cover and chill thinly three hours or overnight. 4-6 cloves garlic, crushed Koroscil Cover noodles with boiling 2 Tbsp. oyster sauce water, stand 20 mins. and 1 Tbsp. soy sauce drain. 1/2 c. fi sh sauce LET’S EAT Heat oil and stir fry filet 3 small red chilis, chopped slices quickly. Remove. 2 Tbsp. finely chopped 2 tsp. peanut oil Add onion and stir fry until lemongrass 6 green onions, quartered brown. Add snow peas, bok 1/4 c. cilantro, chopped 150 grams snow peas choy, tomatoes, noodles and 150 grams rice noodles 1 bunch baby bok choy, beef. Cook until bok choy (wide) chopped wilts.

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Bishop’s U-Brew New Location!! PHOTO BY DERRICK LUNDY #20 - 315 Upper Ganges (Merchant Mews) on lower left FIREFIGHTER FUNDRAISER: Nicolas Campbell puts $5 in the helmet of fi refi ghter A.J. George as Fiona Foster and Dave Bartle look on. Firefi ghters were out in force last week- Wine, beer, cider, fruit wines made on location. 537-1429 end, collecting $4,600 for Salt Spring’s DARE program. Urgent BANKRUPTCY AUCTION

Major supplier of fi ne high-end hand-knotted rugs to North Fishing or Cruising America has declared bankruptcy. • All items have been appraised by an Oriental rug specialist using the insurance 33’ Seas per appraisal method. wirl Stri • All items are free of encumbrances or liens. • All items are guaranteed as hand woven, or hand made with natural fi bers; that no child labor was used in any part of the entire weaving process including gathering of wool or silk and drying of materials. • Majority of items will be auctioned unreserved. • Consignments for liquidation from various cancelled exhibitions have been added to this bankruptcy sale. VALUABLE CONNOISSEUR HEIRLOOM PERSIAN: ORIENTAL CARPETS LARGE WOOL AND SILKS

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johncameron.ca BY SEAN MCINTYRE DRIFTWOOD STAFF There would be no glo- rious slides through the PHOTOGRAPHY mud, no hoisting of the cup and no chance for www.johncameron.ca Salt Spring FC to defend 537–5830 their title next year as the six-time champs failed to make the finals of this year’s Challenge Cup. Instead, a pair of off- Sports Schedule island teams, the Athletic Club of British Columbia based in Vancouver, and 2006 runner-up Belmont, Salt Spring Sailing Club battled it out for top spot Popular Summer Junior Sailing Program on Monday afternoon. And with a simple 1-0 Registration on Sun., May 27 victory, history was made and the Challenge Cup 10 a.m. to noon earned a ticket aboard a SS Sailing Club Tsawwassen-bound ferry. “We’ve got something www.saltspringsailing.ca to plan for next year,” said Jordon Morrison, a and click on Salt Spring FC player and “Junior Program” for more inf spokesperson. “I thought we played pretty well, but I guess that wasn’t enough.” All events subject to change Salt Spring FC managed to draw both finalists dur- ing round-robin play, yet couldn’t manage to get the points when it counted. New cool styles for spring. “It doesn’t really matter where you place if you’re Sandals for the not in the final,” he said. whole family, for hiking, “Next year, we’ll give it walking and hanging out. another shot.” islandsportstraders.ca For other players, 135 McPhillips Ave. GO...DO...BE... including the Salt Spring Mon.-Sat. 10am-6pm 537-5148 Old Boys’ Doug Pearson, defeat tasted much sweet- er. PATTERSON MARKET LTD. “I’m still in recovery,” our family serving your family since 1915 he said. “I’m thankful we didn’t Summer Hours make the finals because we had to run the beer Salt Spring Island (Fulford Harbour) – gardens on Monday.” Swartz Bay Departures In the 18 years he’s par- CROSSING TIME: 35 MINS ticipated in the tourna- CHECK WWW.BCFERRIES.CA FOR LATEST SCHEDULES ment, Pearson has won his share of trophies and PHOTO BY JOHN CAMERON IN EFFECT SEPT. 24, 2006 TO JUNE 26, 2007 titles. Now, he said, it’s all Salt Spring’s only team to make it to the fi nals — the FC alumni squad — battles it out against about enjoying the game. Depart Fulford Harbour Depart Swartz Bay “The tournament is get- the CV Old Rovers. The Rovers took the match in a shoot-out. ting bigger and bigger, and better and better,” he said. more than 400 players on lights. Salt Spring FC’s failure “It’s great that teams 32 teams from Vancouver “Overall, it seemed to to hold on to the Division- Island and the Greater be a successful event,” she 1 title, Pearson said, is have something to Vancouver area. said. “Even with the poor likely a good thing for the Rain and low cloud weather, there seemed to tournament as a whole, on Sunday prevented a be a fairly good number of even if it’s hard to swallow take back and group of Victoria sky-div- spectators at each game.” for Salt Spring fans. ers from dropping by the With nearly 100 match- “It’s great that teams lower high school field on es, complete with food have something to take something to look Sunday, and picking up and entertainment for all, back and something to plates for youth soccer O’Connor said, the tour- look forward to next year,” forward to next year.” fundraiser. nament’s true stars are he said. The call cancelling the the scores of volunteers Of the five division “plate drop” came after who devote their time and DOUG PEARSON PATTERSON MARKET LTD. finals, three matches were name-bearing plates were energy to the island tradi- Salt Spring Old Boys player our family serving your family since 1915 settled by penalty kicks, a laid out on the field.To tion. testament to the event’s determine the eight win- “They are the people “SHEEP” ISLAND FUEL - we’re still the “sheepist!” competitive nature, said to within a single penalty ners, youth players drop- who make the tournament ‘Island made’ cheese from Salt Spring Cheese, Joanne O’Connor, the shot of taking their divi- kicked eight balls onto the what it is,” she said. tournament’s registrar sion. field. “The highlight for me Moonstruck organic cheese, handmade Salt Spring Gelato, and a player with the Salt “With games like that, In spite of the Dragons’ is to always have teams baked goods from Barb’s Buns and Embe Bakery. Spring Dragons. it sort of comes down to inability to reach the play- saying how much fun they The Salt Spring FC alum- luck,” O’Connor said. offs, O’Connor said, the had and how they can’t Hours: Mon. thru Fri. 8 am - 6 pm / Sat. 9 am - 6 pm ni squad, playing in the Overall the three-day tournament is still one of wait to come back next Sun. & Stat. holidays 9 am - 8 pm men’s over-35 final, came tournament attracted the season’s major high- year.” GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD | WEDNESDAY, MAY 23, 2007 | 41

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Neish’s mother berated him “I had nine last-place fi n- for spending so much time ishes and one fi rst,” he said, messing about with boats. following a trial run in Gan- No matter the size, Neish ges Harbour a few weeks has had projects on the back. go since he began tinker- “I’m not sure what hap- ing with boats in the early pened when I won, but 1950s. that’s not likely to happen at “And imagine, I’m still at the nationals.” it,” he said during an inter- For Wrate, entering the view on C dock of the Salt June 1-3 tournament caps Spring Island Sailing Club. off 18 months of hard work Neish and the small fl eet to refurbish and rebuild a of island hobbyists don’t dusty old hull he discovered seem to mind that few in the corner of his shop. Our Southern BC coast is one of the most magnifi cent cruising people have heard about An avid sailor for decades, the model sailboat nation- Wrate said the small boats areas of the world – a protected waterway leading northward al championships, even if offer a chance for young and to interesting and beautiful places. This cruise is a wilderness they’re scheduled for Salt old to connect with the sea experience that begins in Maple Bay, visits the Marine Parks Spring next weekend. without getting their feet of Jedediah Island, Desolation Sound and the labyrinth of wet. islands in the Broughton Archipelago. We go whale watching in Johnstone Strait, the Orca’s summer home before arriving at “It’s just like PHOTO BY SEAN MCINTYRE “The whole art of sailboat Roger Kibble reclaims his remote-controlled model sailboat racing is here,” he said. “It’s Port McNeill for transport home. You’ll enjoy the MV Songhee, from the sea after a day spent preparing for the Canadian just like big-boat racing, a comfortable, rugged, 95-ft. ex-navy ship. except it’s small.” big-boat racing, Radio Yachting Association’s National Championships set for The Canadian Radio Salt Spring on June 1-3. This 7-day cruise is $1,950 plus gst, pp, double occupancy. Yachting Association 12 passengers max. Depart Maple Bay, July 19th. except it’s small.” These “toys” are typically Model skippers can pur- National Championships one-metre-long replicas of chase the fibreglass hulls take place at the Salt Spring Call me at 250-746-6645 or click www.songhee.ca. BEVAN WRATE classic racing ships. Opera- and collect various com- sailing club from Friday, Model yacht racer tors control the sails and ponents, including cables, June 1 to Sunday, June 3. rudder with remote-con- trol handsets. Crafts cost Club members are far too upwards of $6,000 and hold busy ensuring their crafts are their own in a 30-knot wind. in good nick before some of “We were sailing last year SALT SPRING ISLAND SAILING CLUB the continent’s fi nest small in Vancouver during a storm boat sailors arrive. and had to call off our regat- presents the 2007 More than 20 racers have ta so that some of the guys already registered for the could go out and rescue Summer Sailing Program for July & August three-day event, includ- people stranded in the big- ing several from Vancouver ger boats,” Neish recalled. Except where otherwise stated, all courses run from 9:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M., Island, the Lower Mainland Most racers grew up Monday to Friday, with a lunch break around noon. and even California. around traditional sailboats, Peter Van Rossen, the entering the hobby world OPTI - ages 8 to 11 years. This is a beginning course, 1 week PARENT/GRANDPARENT AND CHILD(REN) SAILING – This early favourite and reigning because they loved the tacti- long. Courses start July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Aug. 6, 13 and 20. course is a morning or afternoon course (or both sessions) to en- Canadian champion, hails cal emphasis and precision ...... Cost $185 plus $11.10 GST = $196.10 able parents or grandparents to learn some sailing fundamentals from Kingston, Ontario. of the smaller models. with their offspring. Course is offered in 420 dinghies and there is, In racing hotspots such Neish began build- WHITE SAIL I, II, III – for ages 11 to 18 years. Courses are two of course, a weight restriction which will limit the number of people as England and Scandina- ing model boat hulls from weeks long. Courses run July 2 to 13, July 16 to 27, July 30 to in a boat. Course is offered July 2 to 6 and Aug. 20 to 24, from via, New Zealand and South scratch as a teacher at Gulf Aug. 10. Another set of White Sail courses runs July 9 to 20, 9 to 12 A.M. (session A) or from 12:30 to 3:30 P.M. (session B) Africa, thousands of ama- Islands Secondary during July 23 to Aug. 3 and Aug. 6 to 17. Laser dinghies are used...... Cost per session $200 plus $12 GST = $212 (2 per boat) teur racing skippers partici- the 1960s. Now he helps ...... Cost $370 plus $22.20 GST = $392.20 or $250 plus $15 GST = $265 (more than 2 per boat) pate in full-fledged racing restore hulls for aspiring circuits. competitors. BRONZE IV - This is an advanced course with White Sail LASER RACING – prerequisite is White Sail III. This 1 week GOLF III as a prerequisite and is 2 weeks in duration. Courses are course, Aug. 20 to 24, is for Junior Members of the Salt Spring Sail- from July 9 to 20 and from Aug 6 to 17 using the 420 dinghies. ing Club. Residents of Salt Spring between 12 and 18 years who ...... Cost $370 plus $22.20 GST = $392.20 have completed WS III and are Junior Members (or join the Sailing Iverson tops stroke -play Club as Junior Members - cost is $50 to join, then $25 a year mem- BRONZE V – This is an advanced course with Bronze IV as a bership and includes use of dinghies and participation in the junior prerequisite and is 2 weeks in duration. Course is from July 23 program which includes dinghy racing, competitions, etc.) charts with low gross 91 to Aug. 3 using the 420 dinghies...... Cost is $75 (members) plus $4.50 GST = $79.50 or $75 ...... Cost $370 plus $22.20 GST = $392.20 plus $50 (membership) plus GST of $7.50 = $132.50 BY MARCIE HOGAN Salt Spring Golf and Country DRIFTWOOD CONTRIBUTOR Club members played their ADULT LEARN TO SAIL – A 7 day course for adults offered from Registrations can also be made after May 27 by phoning The secret of good golf is second mixer of the year 5 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. Mon. to Fri. and from 9 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. Satur- Rob Irving (538-0992). Payment by cash or cheque only. to hit the ball straight, hard with a sell-out crowd. day and Sunday. This course is offered from July 2 to July 8. ***COURSES SUBJECT TO CANCELLATION and not too often. The sun shone on 80 ...... Cost is $210 plus $12.60 GST = $222.60 DUE TO LOW ENROLLMENT.*** That is exactly what Mel- members and guests taking anie Iverson did in stroke part in the nine-hole mixed play on May 8. With only 91 scramble. After golf, the shots, Iverson took low gross. Falconshead Grill served a Her closest competitor was roast beef dinner. Lynda Joyce with a 104. Prizes were awarded to Low net of 80 was shared the winning team of Lor- REGISTRATION by Joanna Barrett, Karen raine and Mel Topping, Mar- for the summer programs Davies and Tricia Simpson. cie Hogan, Wes Akerman Joyce was runner-up once and Bill Haworth. Second- is at again, with an 81. She also place prizes were awarded the Salt Spring Island Sailing Clubhouse took the KP when she land- to Lonia and Don MacLeod, ed just short of the pin on Bud Bowes, Wally Stambuck Sunday, May 27 @ 10 am to 12 noon the second hole. and Bob Holt. on a fi rst come basis Grace Murchie was putting After many door prizes champ, limiting herself to were handed out, the band’s For more information phone Rob Irving 538-0992 only 28 shots on the green. tunes brought the dancers • On Saturday, April 28, to the fl oor. See website for more details www.saltspringsailing.ca 42 | WEDNESDAY, MAY 23, 2007 | GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD SPORTS & RECREATION Here’s my card... GIRLS SOFTBALL Stars sweat

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See Barbara was a liberal Democrat and a strong supporter of www.cusheonlakestewardship.com MARGARET EMMA WHEATGRASS ... VIABLE Busi- Roosevelt. She once had herself deputized and smuggled for details. QUESTIONS? ADDISON ness for sale, all equipment in- Margo Greggains 537-8325 [email protected] cluded, plus training. A spot to sell into a farmer’s fi eld to sign up migrant workers for the BCSPCA ANNUAL Garage Sale at Saturday market. $3500 obo. Call vote. During the war, she married again, briefl y, to an Air June 16th Now accepting dona- NOTICE TO CREDITORS Lynn 538-9080. Chris, call again. Force pilot. After the war, in Bakersfi eld, California, she tions. New or like new items. Sorry AND OTHERS no clothing this year. Call 537-2123 THERE IS A CRITICAL SHORTAGE of fi nally met Edward Armstrong on a hot afternoon in a to arrange drop-offs & pick-ups. RE: THE ESTATE OF quality-trained medical transcriptionists cool bar. After two years of a tumultuous and passionate throughout North America. Start your REIKI LEVEL II workshop, Thursday, DENNIS JOHN LESLIE on-line career training today! At-home romance they married and moved to Eureka where they May 31, 9:30 to 3:30. For more infor- FUSION! O’CONNOR, and on-site employment opportunities. had three children, Edward Jr., Micheal and Milly. they mation call Julie Howard 537-9433. GISS Dance Performance Deceased, formerly of 102 99% graduate employment rate. Con- moved around California but did not fi nd any place Village Terrace, tact CanScribe today for a free informa- comfortable enough to stay for more than a few years. Salt Spring Island tion package. 1-800-466-1535. www. In 1965, they moved the family north to Canada where See the newest choreography by B.C. V8K 2V2 canscribe.com, [email protected]. BECOME A HOME STAGER with they lived on Vancouver Island and in the Vancouver area the youth of our island! Grade 11 Creditors and others until the children graduated and, in 1974, they moved our distance education course. Learn and 12 students will present their having claims against the professional skills and how to start permanently to Salt Spring Island. Barbara worked estate of DENNIS JOHN your own business. ISPTM certifi ca- almost continuously all this time. Her last job was choreography in a variety of dance LESLIE O’ CONNOR, tion. Free brochure. 1-800-559-7632. with the Gulf Islands School District. her Husband, Ed, styles including the now famous are hereby notifi ed under www.qcdesignschool.com. passed suddenly in 1980. After several years, Barbara Kayak Season’s “Para Bailar Casino”, the Salsa piece section 38 of the Trustee TEE OFF TIME! Study Golf Course reunited with an old fl ame, George Manroe, and they Act that particulars of their Turfgrass Management or Turfgrass lived together happily for four years until he also passed. Pass & Evening inspired by our trip to Cuba last year, claims should be sent to Equipment at NAIT’s Fairview, Al- the Executors at Box 414, berta campus. Campus residences, Barbara volunteered for a number of years with Seniors Punch Cards Patrice Bowler’s new Tap choreography, Ganges P.O., Salt Spring greenhouses, golf course, sand lab. for Seniors. She passed her last years at Greenwoods and bold new soloists. Come to support Island, B.C., V8K 2W1 1-888-999-7882; www.nait.ca. and in the Extended Care wing at Lady Minto where she on or before June 19, TWO TOP TRADES! Pre-employment caught up on some sleep. The wonderful, caring staff in •Singles $250 these passionate, dedicated, 2007. after which date the machinist or pre-employment millwright both places were very kind to her. Barbara was an avid enthusiastic young people who really executors will distribute training, NAIT’s Grande Prairie, Alberta reader, a talented poet and a dedicated letter writer whose •Double $395 the estate among the parties campus. Upon graduation, challenge put Salt Spring Dance on the map. entitled to it, having regard fi rst-year apprenticeship exams. 1- letters were cherished and saved by her correspondents. •Evening Passes 888-999-7882; www.nait.ca. She was a romantic and passionate woman who inspired to the claims of which the Executors then have notice. FREE ATM MACHINE! Mr.Cash her children. She married a man with red tents and goes from $199 At Artspring May 24th and ATM Network looking for 20 loca- to join him now. He has been waiting. She is loved and 25th at 7:30 pm. James Pasuta tions to place free ATMs! Stores, she is missed. 537-2571 or bars, gas stations, etc... Zero cost to Tickets available at the Artspring Solicitor for the Estate of you! Make cash every transaction! a 537-2553 Box Offi ce $10 adults $7 students DENNIS JOHN LESLIE Reserve your free machine: 1-877- O’CONNOR 286-8164, www.mrcashatm.com. 44 | WEDNESDAY, MAY 23, 2007 | GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD DRIFTWOOD CLASSIFIEDS – 537-9933 [email protected] 50 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES 55 HELP WANTED 55 HELP WANTED 55 HELP WANTED 60 WORK WANTED 118 COMPUTERS WORK AT HOME ONLINE - Start HAIR STYLIST for busy salon in ALL SEASONS GARDENING a real home-based business. Work Invermere, BC. Permanent full-time See a great CAREGIVER REQUIRED Overwhelmed by garden work? Ex- when you want. Apply online and position. Call (250) 342-9863. photo in Couple or small family to provide LIVE-IN CARE for a 40-year- perienced gardener, excellent work. start today! www.wfhbc.com. WANTED - RESTAURANT LINE the old male with Down Syndrome in his own four-bedroom home $24/ hr. Call Peter, 537-1648. PET LOVERS join Multi Menu, COOKS, servers and cham- Driftwood? on Salt Spring Island. Must have residential care experience EXPERIENCED GARDENER for hire. free home delivery pet food & ac- bermaid. All meals and accom- Call today to order with adults with disabilities and related needs. Caregivers Phone 537-1431 and ask for Liz. cessories, marketing and support, modations provided. Located in your receive as part of a generous compensation package the use GARDEN CARE. Weeding, bed Northern BC. Fax resume to (250) no royalties, exclusive territories, reprint! of a rent-free, three-bedroom, newly renovated, and centrally prep, on-going maintenance & 150 franchises in Canada! www. 232-5215 or (250) 232-5401 or email: more! Phone Kim. 538-8495. 537-9933 located home. A valid driver’s license is required. multimenu.ca. Call 250-589-6368, [email protected]. MATURE RETIRED R.N. available for toll-free 1-877-462-0056. Please send covering letter and resume with assistance with daily living activities: $$$ MAKE FAST CASH. Driveway references by May 25th to: personal care, companionship (read- sealing systems, line painters, hot ing, playing cards, etc.), travel on or boxes, hot pour crack machines, GIFTS, 152 McPhillips Avenue off island (shopping or medical appt.). blowers, edgers, asphalt preservative Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2V8 Call Madaleine Jordan at 537-5635. products. Call toll-free: 1-800-465- Fax 250-537-4572 or email [email protected] References available upon request. 0024. Visit: www.protectasphalt.com. Did you know? RELIABLE HOUSE cleaner, fl exible 55 HELP WANTED hours. $20/hr. Call Jess at 537-2630. Beacon Salt Spring Island SUB-ARCTIC SURVEYS LTD. re- SALT SPRING INN Community Services quires a Survey Crew Chief. Must requires full time line cooks, now, Employment Services have a minimum of two years ex- and for the coming season. Also re- requires a: perience in conducting legal and/or quires offi ce person with computer has special employment and training construction surveys. A diploma as skills. Competitive wages and ben- programs for people a Survey Technologist or a degree efi ts. Call Jeremy at 537-9339, or between the ages of 15 and 30? 3 SPECIAL NEEDS ACTIVITY WORKERS in Survey Engineering would be an stop by with a resume at 132 Lower asset. Travel to and work in remote Ganges Rd. “See you at the Inn!” Want to learn more? Duties: Deliver summer recreational activities for areas will be required. An excellent WISTERIA GUEST House. House- participants with special needs. This will include one benefi ts packages is available to keeper, kitchen worker needed, Phone us at 537-5979 to one and group support for community activities on the successful candidates. Contact: part time, weekends, starting im- or drop by our offi ces at Salt Spring Island. Bruce Hewlko, CLS / Sub-Arctic 122 DAY CARE mediately $13/hr. Please call with #206 - 343 Lower Ganges Rd. Surveys Ltd. Box 2441, Yellowknife, HEART N’ HANDS Montessori now references and résumé, 537-5899. Educational & Experienced and/or interest in NT, X1A 2P8. Phone: 867-873- has spaces available in our all day PROJECTIONIST, PART-TIME position Salt Spring Island working with children who have mental challenges/ 2047, fax 867-873-9079, email: program. For more information con- available at The Fritz Movie Theatre. 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. autism would be an asset. [email protected]. tact Denise 537-4944. Experience a bonus, good people/tech- These positions are for students who are in school MOUNTAIN PARK LODGES in the The Government of Canada has Contributed to this initiative and who will be returning to school in the fall. nical skills a must! Drop off resume at Rocky Mountains of Jasper National 130 HEALTH the theatre or call the manager at 538- Park, Alberta has line cook, dish- ACCREDITED BOWEN therapist - 8725 to arrange an interview. Special Needs, Aboriginal or other minority soft tissue manipulation technique. students are encouraged to apply. washer, server, front desk, central WANTED: HANDYMAN/groundkeep- reservations, maintenance, security Effective in addressing many mus- SALES ASSISTANT 30 to 35 hours a week at $11.40 per hour. culoskeletal, respiratory, digestive, er, fl exible hrs. Apply Fulford Inn. Use of a vehicle is an asset. and housekeeper positions available DISHWASHER/PREP cook want- Join the Pegasus Team as a part-time sales immediately. We offer accommoda- circulatory & gynaecological condi- ed. Apply in person to Seaside assistant. Knowledge of Contemporary and Closing Date: June 1, 2007 at 3:00 pm. tion, benefi ts, bonus & more. Email tions. More info 537-1591. Restaurant. [email protected]. Fax: (780) Historical Canadian art and sales experience 852-5813, www.mpljasper.com. 132 LAWYERS MANAGER NEEDED Fables Cot- Submit applications to: an asset. Position available immediately Joanne Van Pelt PHONE DISCONNECTED? Low rates! CRIMINAL RECORD? Canadian tage, 35-40 hours a week, salary pardon seals record. U.S. waiver plus staff discount. Must be pas- through summer and all year. 268 Fulford Ganges Road Paying too much? Switch for free! Only Salt Spring Island, BC $24.95 for fi rst month + connection fee! permits legal American entry. Why sionate about books and children, Send resume to: [email protected] risk employment, licensing, travel, able to learn simple Book Manager V8K 2C4 Phone Factory Reconnect 1-877-336- 2274; www.phonefactory.ca. arrest, deportation, property confi s- software, and have great customer cation? Canadian - U.S. Immigration GROWING ALBERTA GM dealer, 2 service and merchandising skills! specialists. 1-800-347-2540. Bring resume to 112 Hereford Ave. hours north of Edmonton now hiring asap. Phone 537-0028. additional journeyman GM techni- 140 MUSIC LESSONS cians. Earn up to $39.50 per hour HARBOUR HOUSE Hotel is hiring VIOLIN LESSONS. All ages welcome. in a very busy environment with in their housekeeping department. Day or evening. Ganges & Walker unlimited earning potential. Mov- 3 - 5 days/wk. Drop off at resume at Hook locations. Call Tom Burton for ing expenses are available. Reply front desk; Attention Charlene. #1 – 104 Fulford-Ganges Rd., Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2S3 more information. 537-0054. with resume to: whitecapmotors@ SALT SPRING Garbage Service Fax: 250-537-5164 gmcanada.com or phone 780-849- requires full time offi ce staff for per- 173 TRAVEL 2600. Attention: Service Manager. manent positions. Must be computer Planner 1 – Full Time – Temporary TIMESHARE RESALES - sell-buy-rent. Fax to 780-849-2251. literate and familiar with Simply Ac- SALT SPRING ISLAND 2007-06-01 – 2007-12-31 World’s largest timeshare resale broker. counting. To submit resume please PHONE DISCONNECTED? Super Stroman Realty - since 1979. World- call 537-2167 for information. COMMUNITY SERVICES SOCIETY Planning Offi cer R21 special: only $21.95 for fi rst month wide selection of resort properties. Call Salt Spring Island plus hook up. Unlimited long dis- today toll-free, 1-800-201-0864. STRONG, RELIABLE youth re- tance from $17.95 per month. In- TIMESHARE RESALES -- 60-80% quired for outside work. Landscap- Emergency Mental Health Response $49,057.80 - $55,964.94 ternet available (most areas). Easy off retail! Best resorts & seasons! ing, gardening & construction, Practitioner On-Call After Hours - 3 shifts Reconnect 1-877-446-5877. evenings & weekends throughout The Islands Trust is an independent local government Call for free Timeshare Magazine! the summer. Phone Blennar Hasset – Friday, Saturday, Sunday agency with responsibility for land-use planning in GREAT WHEELS, great careers! 1-800-597-9347. Browse online for the Georgia Basin and Howe Sound area of British Register now! Study NAIT’s Pre- Equestrian Centre. 537-2069. 4:00 pm to 12:00 am over 400 worldwide properties— Columbia. Employment General Mechanics www.holidaygroup.com/bcn. JOIN A GREAT TEAM! (Fairview, Alberta campus). Chal- We have openings in the Harbour The EMHR professional responds to mental The Planner 1 provides support to Local Trust lenge fi rst-year Automotive or Heavy House Hotel kitchen for a dishwash- Committees and community boards and committees Equipment apprenticeship exams. er and line cook; also a janitorial health emergencies on Salt Spring Island after MERCHANDISE hours. This position requires being on-call Friday, within assigned regional areas of the Islands Trust. 1-888-999-7882; www.nait.ca. position is available for Mon-Thurs Acting under the regular supervision of a Regional 12 midnight to 4 or 5 am. Medical Saturday and Sunday nights from 4:00 pm to 12:00 Planning Manager (RPM) the Planner 1 is responsible 302 APPLIANCES and dental benefi ts, great staff and am and responding to call outs as is realistically JOB SQUAD for addressing a number of planning related duties 2 COMMERCIAL WASHERS for a great place to work. Bring your re- possible. Referrals are responded to on an urgent including, research, responding to public enquiries, * CALL NOW FOR ESTIMATES sume to the front desk of the Hotel. ON HOUSE PAINTING* sale. Coined for $3, great for apart- basis either via telephone contact or professional processing routine development applications including ment, shared living, $200 fi rm, PAINTERS WANTED. Must be ex- visit. Clients and family members are generally development permits, development variance permits ONLY 3 BOOKINGS LEFT tremely energetic. 538-1685. “Serving the Island come in person or call Mrs Clean interviewed at the Lady Minto Hospital for and preparing amendments to an LTC Land Use Laundromat, 537-8844. ROCK SALT Restaurant is hiring, Bylaw. Since 1989” bakers and summer servers. Please assessment, consultation and referral. This position 537-5703 310 BUILDING SUPPLIES apply in person, talk to Teile or Bruce requires a close working relationship with the on QUALIFICATIONS: or email [email protected]. call physicians and fi rst responders including the 22 BOXES exotic maple hardwood. Minimally, a college program in community planning THE Pre-fi nished, premium. 3-3/4” x 3’ SUMMER STUDENT needed at RCMP and hospital staff while providing training technology or an undergraduate degree in planning, Transitions Thrift store. Full time, HARDWORKING planks, must sell, 415 sq. ft., $1000 for key stakeholders. geography or environmental science; at least one obo. 537-4799. $13/hr. Post secondary students year experience in the planning fi eld, with preferred HANDYMEN required. Call 537-0661 or drop by Qualifi cations, Experience – a mental health experience with local government, or an equivalent the store at #1 - 144 McPhillips Ave. combination of education and experience. Ability garbage pick-up • hauling SEE US FOR A FAST QUOTE See Roberta. professional with a Bachelors Degree in Nursing or clean-up • recycling Social Work or equivalent combination of education to establish and maintain constructive working ON ALL YOUR BUILDING JUNIOR COACH Salt Spring Sting- relationships with a wide range of public offi cials and lawn mowing • gardening rays. Must be working toward NCCP, and extensive direct experience working with the managers, private executives and general public. brush cutting • hedge trimming REQUIREMENTS! have Bronze Cross or higher, sound mentally ill both as in and out patients. Three years Demonstrated oral and written communication skills; chain saw work • fi re wood knowledge of principles of swim- supervised outpatient psychiatric experience in knowledge and understanding of the various provincial fencing • small repairs • Flooring ming, become a member of Sting- community mental health and/or inpatient psychiatry government Acts and regulations; an understanding of and more! rays. Have positive attitude, proven • Heating Legislative conventions; and common law principles. excellence working with young chil- is required. Eligibility for registration with ON TIME, RELIABLE • Eaves dren. Provide own transportation appropriate governing body is required. Familiarity Applicants with lesser experience who can QUICK AND FRIENDLY to practices and meets. For more with hospital protocols and current familiarity with demonstrate initiative and the required skills may also • Plumbing info 537-5828. Email stingrayssalt- associated medications is desired. be considered. KLAUS 653-9101 [email protected] or mail • Roofing to Box 204 Ganges PO, Salt Spring Prior to submitting a resume, you must visit our web Apply by June 8, 2007, 4:00 pm with resume STRONG Island, BC, V8K 2V9 by May 25. site at www.islandstrust.bc.ca For all your building Work starts May 28. and cover letter to: WOMAN An eligibility list will be established. requirements, large or small! WANTED: RELIABLE, respon- HAULING sible person for farm work. Must like Paul Gregory Please submit a resume, quoting the competition RENO CLEANUP animals. $10 - $13/hr. depending Director of Adult Services #CS2007:36676 to Islands Trust, 200-1627 Fort JUNK TO THE DUMP on experience. Flexible, part time Salt Spring Island Community Services Society Street, Victoria BC V8R 1H8; fax 250-405-5155. AND RECYCLING hours 653-0079. Closing Date: June 5/07. For more information please YARD REFUSE REMOVAL 804 Fulford-Ganges Rd. 268 Fulford-Ganges Road GARBAGE AND ESTATE 537-4978 OLYMEL is a world class Canadian Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2K6 contact: Kathy Voakes (250) 405-5153 CLEANUP & HAULING pork and poultry product producer, GARDEN MAINTENANCE with more than 9,000 employees & BRUSH REMOVAL 322 COMPUTERS throughout Canada. Our Red Deer FIREWOOD CHOPPING CALL BOB McIvor for hardware, location is now hiring food process- & STACKING software and networking support. ing workers. Competitive wages, re- WE GET THE JOB DONE! We do housecalls. 537-2827 or location program, employee incen- Salt Spring Island (cell) 538-7017. Please go and tives!!! Send resume to OLYMEL SALT SPRING back-up your important data now! 7550-40th Avenue, Red Deer, Community Services Alberta T4N-6R7. Phone 1-866- ISLAND 329 FARM ITEMS SUMMER 250 926-3544. Fax: (403) 309-7547. HAY FOR SALE [email protected], www.olymel.ca. PART-TIME DISPATCHER & RESERVATIONS AGENT STUDENT 858 1311 Salt Spring Air is looking for a highly motivated $4/bale or 200 or more, $3/bale. DOG LOVERS! Enjoy a healthy, EMPLOYMENT Call 537-1449. profi table career as a professional individual who can work independently in a fast paced work environment. The Recycling Depot dog trainer. Government accred- REQUIREMENTS: on Rainbow Rd. requires SERVICES 330 FOOD PRODUCTS ited program - student loans and grants. Ben Kersen & the Won- Knowledge of MS Offi ce, Exceptional phone skills a Student between the derdogs. www.wonderdogs.bc.ca. Attention to detail, Good situational awareness, Ability to work independently ages of 15 -30, to work 116 CLEANING CALDWELL’S 1-800-961-6616. DUTIES: 35 hrs per week for the SWIFT CLEAN ON TIME OAKSPRING FERNIE FORD, BC has a position We make your house sparkle. We also Answering phones, Dispatching aircraft, Flight Following, Taking reservations summer months. This FARM available immediately for a Journey- involves outdoor work in do garages, sheds, greenhouses, polish man Technician. Flat rate with a guar- MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK WEEKENDS hardwood fl oors, shampoo rugs, weed Since 1882 a busy public facility. your garden, big or small. Professionals. antee. Up to $32/hour, based on ex- Currently available: perience, and benefi ts package. World Please fax resume & cover letter to 537-9698 Resumes can be dropped $38/hour, fast & effi cient. 250-619-8041. renowned area for sledding, skiing, at the Depot or at SISTER “SPARKLE” • FREE RANGE fl yfi shing and mountain biking, 45 or email in Word format to [email protected] Community Services at Health conscious aromatherapy GRAIN-FED PORK minutes from Montana. Fax resume PLEASE NO DROP INS / NO PHONE CALLS 268 Fulford-Ganges Rd. housecleaning service. Rotating deep- • FRESH CUT LUMBER to: Don Yurkewich, 250-423-3339, or Only qualifi ed applicants will be contacted No phone calls please. cleaning schedule. Ref. available. $22/ [email protected]. hr. 25% off fi rst visit. 250-592-3053. 537-5380 or 537-2152 GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD | WEDNESDAY, MAY 23, 2007 | 45 DRIFTWOOD CLASSIFIEDS – 537-9933 [email protected] 330 FOOD PRODUCTS 350 MISC. FOR SALE 370 PETS/LIVESTOCK 540 WANTED/RENTALS 822 CAMPERS & TRAILERS PACE CARGO trailer, 6’ x 10’, THE SPCA always accepts kittens. LONG TERM islander, NS, quiet, 5TH WHEEL with slide, 30.5’ Sunset Farm - est. 1982 double rear doors plus side door. Please do not abandon. We also of- employed, seeks sweet cabin with stand-up bedroom bathtub, pull Home Sweet Home Torsion suspension. Near mint con- fer spay/neuter assistance. Please wood stove. One older cat. Long out couch, awning, 1993 model, Naturally Grown SS Lamb dition. $3100. 537-8481. do not let your cat have a litter. Cat term. South end preferred. Refer- new condition, $14,500. Call 250- ences. Leslie 653-9631. 653-4690. 204 ARCHITECTS 225 DESIGNERS Gov’t Inspected DECK-PATIO-greenhouse. Tem- overpopulation is a real problem. pered glass panels. 5 mm ., 4 mm., Call 537-2123 for help. DISABLED ARTIST and daughter OVER 200 NEW & used mo- Available Year-Round 3 mm., bronze & clear. Approx. PURE BRED Yorkie pups available looking for 2 bdrm. house in Ganges. torhomes, diesel pushers, 5th $700 (?) Call Bruce, 537-9882. wheels, trailers, vans, campers. Neil Morie m a i b c LET’S GET sizes: 34”x74” $24, 33 1/4”x73 1/2”, July 1, 3 male, 3 female. Both parents architect Also available: wool socks, 24”x48” $16, 30”x48” $12, 30”x31” ESTABLISHED SALT Spring Island Total RV Centre. Special RV fi- available to meet and greet. Wonder- www.neilmoriearchitect.com STARTED! comforters, knitting wool, $8, 46”x76” $30, 28”x76” $22, ful companions. Reservations ac- couple, with 2 gentle cats, seeking nancing. Since 1984, Voyager RV 4, Fulford Marina pillows, and sheepskin rugs. 34”x76” bronze only $45 & other cepted. Call to apply 538-1878. wondrous home. Excellent refer- - Hwy 97, Winfield, BC. 1-800- Bring your sketches & ideas 668-1447. www.voyagerRV.ca ph. 653-4812 and together we’ll design (or sizes. $150 up, free delivery. Call 379 FREE/RECYCLABLES ences. L/T preferred. 537-1788. creative design 537-2082 537-4732 anytime. SINGLE BAPTIST minister seeking 825 CARS, SALES responsive to site upgrade) your dream home. CHILDREN’S ITEMS FOR SALE: SALT SPRING Island Recycle De- rental with W/D. Quit and respectful. craft and client Through the use of computer- 308 AUCTIONS Zooper “Buddy” stroller, Graco trav- pot is located at 349 Rainbow Rd. Ref. available. Call Kevin @ 537-2222. 1985 JETTA, 4 cyl., 4 door, golden, aided drafting, we’ll quickly el crib/playpen, “Umbrella” stroller, We are open Tuesday through Sat- new alternator, rebuilt engine, ask- produce the working drawings RITCHIE BROTHERS AUCTION- MEC backpack carrier. 537-4340. urday, 10 am to 5 pm. This service WANTED TO RENT ing $2000 obo. 653-9294. 220 CONCRETE you’ll take to your contractor. EERS is conducting an unreserved is operated by Salt Spring Island 1986 TOYOTA COROLLA, 2 new business dispersal auction for Don MOVING/ESTATE SALE: love seats, PLEASE CALL dining table & chairs, kitchenware, Community Services. Please call BC Ferry worker, needs tires, new battery, good island car. Laing Trailers, Don Laing Tractor The Recycle Depot at 537-1200, or $400 537-4847. HELSET DESIGN & Used Parts Ranch. Sale to take chest freezer, 4 antique chairs, med. dock space and parking pet crate, vacuum, golf clubs, sewing Community Services at 537-9971 1994 MAZDA Protege, 4 door, dark 537-1037 place at the junction of Hwy #2 & for information on materials ac- for the summer. Vesuvius green, fully loaded with sunroof. 53, Ponoka, Alberta on Monday, machine & lots more. 537-2039. and ask for Jim A VERY rare and intricate African cepted for recycling. preferred but anywhere 4 cyl., auto. recently serviced, June 4 & Tuesday, June 5 at 8 a.m. THULE CARTOP ski box and 177,000km. $3,500. 537-5142. Over 160 unused trailers, including ironwood family tree carving. Tubu- on the west side works. wooden corner cabinet with glass 1997 FORD ESCORT wagon, CHARMAC gooseneck & bumper lar in shape, 17” x 4” with multiple Commuting from Crofton 236 FIREWOOD doors. 537-8581. 260 K, air, tilt, cruise. 2nd owner, GULF cargo, snowmobile, tri & snow fi gures. Quite unusual in it’s atten- area. Could trade diving well maintained. $4000 obo. sports, motorcycle & car haulers, tion to detail and nothing short of GONE DIGITAL! Free to good home. COAST Shaughn 537-6987. NORBERT fl atdecks, gooseneck, a classic. $400. One Richard Hunt 30 year old negatives and prints of services or whatever, MATERIALS HONEST OL’S bumper, and pintle hitches. T/A, framed print approximately 20” x Fulford Bill, Herc, Rolf, Lassie, Ch- cash works, too. www. GREAT ISLAND Car! Collector antelear Sisters and others. See plates - cheap insurance $150/ Serving the Gulf Islands FIREWOOD Tri/A & tandem dually, NORBERT 24” Beva Guilid, Beaver, beauti- vancouverislandcharters.ca gooseneck stocks, KIEFER built fully framed with non glare glass envelope at Apple Photo, titled Old- year. 1978 Oldsmobile Omega, Salt Spring, Galiano, •GUARANTEED CORD timers by Barbara Woodley. aluminum stock, stock combo, and and one of the fi ner examples of 250-710-7174 Steve less than 80,000 mi. Lots of life Mayne, Penders Cut, Split & delivered horse trailers, SOUTHLAND 12 this noted artists works. $350. Din- PORTABLE DISHWASHER avail- left in this classy old car. $1900. •Cedar fence rails ft. dump trailer. Over 90 unused ing room hutch, dividable into 2 able. You pick up. As is. 537-0714. Call Allan 537-0700. • READY MIX LANDPRIDE implements, including sections. Glass doors, embossed KING SIZE bed frame & inner top 615 HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION NEED A CAR or truck? Good • WASHED GRAVEL 653-4165 3pt hitch tillers, fi nishing & rough frame. Would fi t any home $125. spring mattresses. Free, you pick SHORT-TERM HOUSE rental, credit, bad credit. Want a Visa? #1 • REINFORCED STEEL 537-9822 for details and to view. cut mowers, discs, rakes, spread- up. 537-9533. June 1st to June 30th. Beautiful success rate. Delivery in BC and • BAGGED CEMENT SAWMILLS from only $3,495.00 home in Channel Ridge overlook- Alberta. www.drivehomenow.com KONIG & SON ers, rear blades, soil pulverizers, • SEPTIC TANKS box scrapers, aerator, and post - convert your logs to valuable ing Stuart Channel. 4 bedrooms, 2 or 888-501-1148. REAL ESTATE • SCAFFOLDING RENTAL FIREWOOD hole augers. LANDPRIDE zero turn lumber with your own Norwood baths, 2 car garage, fully furnished CARVILLE AUTO CREDIT LTD. Serving Salt Spring mowers, P/T mowers & skid steer portable band sawmill. Log skid- and complete with appliances. 1.75 Largest dealer group, Western 25 years post hole augers. 2-PALAX fi rewood ders also available. www.norwood- 410 REAL ESTATE FOR SALE acres adjacent to 500 acres of pro- Canada. Gets you a Master- 537-2611 Competitive & Reliable processors & log table. Over 60 industries.com - free information: SOUTH END SECLUSION. 4.94 tected land complete w/hiking trails. card!! We approve everybody. Rainbow Road FIREWOOD LOGS WANTED unused WALLENSTEIN products 1-800-566-6899, ext:400OT. acres of forest with mountain Contact Andrew 510-579-3555. No gimmicks or free trips, just 537-9531 including, 15 - 3 pt & skidsteer NEW LOADED COMPUTER ONLY views. Superb sunsets. 7 gpm well. 690 WEBSITES approvals!! Rates from 0%, 0 wood splitters, 26-Honda powered 99 cents/day! Everyone’s approved*. Zoned for main house plus cottage. down programs. Free delivery 855 TRUCKS/4X4S trailer wood splitters, 4 - 3 pt log Get a loaded MDG computer right to $269,000. Call 653-4117. ACCOMMODATION INFORMATION BC and Alberta. Call toll-free: 855 TRUCKS/4X4S grapples, one 12,000 lb. 3 pt log for the Gulf Islands is a mouse-click 1-888-508-4628, or apply online: your doorstep from only 99 cents/day. OVER 700 ACRES of undisturbed, 1993 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER 4 x 4, 1999 JEEP GRAND Cherokee, 4.0 en- winch, 9 - 25 & 50 Bu Ground drive away. www.gulfi slands.net. www.carvilleautocredit.com. 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Call us FURNISHED studio apartment terior, appl., small 6s, i/o Merc cruis- 20,000 new parts, over 400 major first 1-888-859-8666, or online available immediately. For quiet, ers, full canvas cover, recent survey, pieces of shop equipment, and over SALT SPRING carloanstogo.ca – 24/7. single NS. 1 km from town. Large compare at $10,000. 537-0612. 50 lots of light to heavy duty indus- AUTOCREDIT 911 - Good credit, windows and bathroom, Murphy ALUMINUM BOAT, 14’ with trailer, trial racking. Over 1000 ft of custom MINI STORAGE bad credit, no credit. Let us help bed, private entrance. $750 incl. new bearings, $500 obo. 537-0977. built, tire, rim & rad racking. For more 347 Upper Ganges Road you get the vehicle you want. Bar- Dark Blue - 4.7L automatic, air, cruise, tilt, CD, utilities, long term, sat. TV. NP. Ref- information please contact: Jim 403- "When convenience JOHNSON 25 OUTBOARD with whale rie, 1-888-635-9911. DL #5952, alloy wheels, 123,000 kms. Heavy duty towing erences. 537-0714. tail for infl atable $990. 537-1133. O’Connor Group. Apply online: 783-8411 (for whole goods); RBA and security matter" package. Transmission and fuel system recently Manager: Simon Wallan 780-831- 510 COMMERCIAL SPACE www.autocredit911.com. 8529; Ritchie Brothers Auctioneers serviced. New Michelins all the way round. 537-5888 200 SQ. FT OFFICE available, 855 TRUCKS/4X4S 1-800-491-4494 or visit our website Home Design Centre, 320 Upper Running boards and tonneau cover. This is the www.rbauction.com. TAKE YOUR TOP OFF & HAVE Ganges Rd. 537-5340. SOME FUN! sexiest truck on Salt Spring! 335 FURNITURE 160 SQ. FT. Clean office space 2004 Jeep TJ Sport. Soft top, for rent in Central Hall, $250/ mo. black on black, 21” rims, big tires, FULL GREEN leather sofa: 2 $18,500 OBO. 537-0049. sirius satellite radio, cd. Never green leather swivel chairs with off-roaded. Only 55,000 kms, 3 DOWNTOWN OFFICE for rent. Lease Returns Call Peter at 538-0052. ottoman, great shape $400. after YAMAHA OUTBOARDS years left on extended warranty. 4 pm 537-4079. 250 square feet divided into two $17,900. 538-8732. rooms. Available immediately. To 8, 40, 50, 90, 150, H.P. Four Strokes BED/CHESTERFIELD , roll down, view call 537-2303. Factory Warranty till spring ‘08 520 HOUSES FOR RENT 835 MOTORCYCLE/SCOOTER, SALES custom made, queen size (Jor- SAVE $$$ dan’s). Cost $3000, quick sale $750. Prompt, courteous service since 1990 BEAUTIFULLY FINISHED and 1983 HONDA 250 cc, good condi- Excellent condition. 537-4808. spacious, 600 sq. ft. studio/offi ce tion. Running well. $750. 537-2918. OW ERVING NOWN SERVING S with a view. At Merchants Mews, CYCLE WORLD! Train at Canada’s 2 rooms plus washroom, $675/ 350 MISC. FOR SALE SALTSPRINGSALT SPRINGAND AREA 730 Hillside Ave., Victoria #1 Motorcycle Technical Training EXPERT CLOCK repair and restora- Heating Oil,Ken Commercial Bulcock owner/operator and Farm Fuels month, includes utilities. Avail. im- 250-382-8291 Centre, NAIT at Fairview, Alberta. mediately. 538-0234. www.sgpower.com tion - antiques my specialty. Free esti- 76 Lubricants,SUPPLYING Tidy HEATING Tanks, PumpsOIL, & Register now for Pre-Employment mates, reasonable rates. Free house COMMERCIALAccessories AND FARM FUELS Motorcycle Mechanic Program. calls for shut-ins and heavy clocks. 520 HOUSES FOR RENT 520 HOUSES FOR RENT 1-888-999-7882; www.nait.ca. Mark’s Clockworks, 537-5061. LARGE 2 BDRM. ground fl oor of MID ISLAND 96927 SOUTH END 89908 LARGE 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH, den, 2 bdrm 2.5 bthrm Upper 2 bdrm Suite EXPERT WATCH repairs by certi- Vesuvius duplex, new reno, $950 bonus room, gourmet island, dishwash- fi ed watchmaker. We buy scrap TOLL FREE 1•877•715•1019 plus utilities. Sunny, trees & birds. er, private south end. NS. Small pet ne- new exec twnhse elect heat only gold. Located between Crofton and or (250) 715•1019 537-2809. gotiable. Long-term. $1750. 653-9908. 5 appl gas fi re place upstairs/downstairs Duncan. Serving the Cowichan EXECUTIVE T’HOME, fully furn., 3 SHORT-TERM HOUSE rental, pool/exercise facil 4 appl NS NP Valley over 25 years. Call L.D. 351 MISC. WANTED bdrm., 3 bthrm., all appl., N/S, N/P, June 1st to June 30th. Beautiful NS NP 2500.00 + util 875.00 + Util Frank - Jeweller and Watchmaker, $2500 plus util. 604-221-5335. DOCK MOORAGE for 36’ sailboat. home in Channel Ridge overlook- 250-748-6058 (Duncan). FOR RENT 2 bedroom moblile Northside. 538-5523. ing Stuart Channel. 4 bedrooms, 2 TRANSFER HOME movies to DVD: home, renovated deck, available baths, 2 car garage, fully furnished See these Homes 16 mm, Super-8, Regular 8 fi lms. We LOOKING FOR a single wide in June 1. $700 per month. Call and complete with appliances. 1.75 THINK TOUGH. do video transfers too: Hi-8, 8mm, digi- good shape, that can be moved. 537-6860. acres adjacent to 500 acres of pro- THINK KODIAK. 537-2646. at tal 8, mini-DV or dvcam to DVD or VHS THE MUSTER Family is coming to tected land complete w/hiking trails. GREAT SELECTION GREAT PRICES tape. Foreign conversions. SaltSpring- RECENTLY CUT Arbutus branches. Salt Spring on July 4 and will need Contact Andrew 510-579-3555. www.royalproperty.ca 537-5577 Phone 537-8342 or 537-0710. Sound, 131 McPhillips Ave. 653-0046. a place to stay for 3 weeks. Paid THREE BDRM., long term rental STORAGE TANKS: water, septic, 360 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS house-sit or rent. Local references available Sept. 1. $1500/month. sewage-holding (polyethylene). Eco- available. Call Paul 653-9225. (403) 850-3498. 730 Hillside Ave., Victoria logical Systems: sewage-treatment YAMAHA CLAVINOVA, CLP115, ISLAND EXPLORER 250-382-8291 plants, effl uent fi lters. Visa, Master- piano keyboard, perfect condition, www.sgpower.com 510 COMMERCIAL SPACE Property Management Ltd. & Real Estate Services [email protected] card, American Express accepted. great sound, $750 obo. 653-9940. GIS Sales & Rentals, call 653-4013. MY PIANO is a very beautiful in- 2 3/4 IN. MAPLE fl ooring, 180 sq. strument in excellent condition and Upper Ganges Village 856 BUSES, VANS feet, pre-fi nished. $750 obo. Like tone. Natural fi nish in a fruitwood large 2 bdrm executive home, sunny, ocean- 1976 VW VAN, California model, colour, complete with matching new, SL 16 Hijacker 5th wheel hitch. Shopping Centre view, avail. now til Aug. 31...... $1650 no rust, camperized, strong en- $250. Joe or Cindy at 537-5734. bench and music light. A compact, gine, mint cond. $5000 obo. 537- apartment size only 39” high. My 8970 after 6 pm. HOT TUB. Cal Spa, 6 person. New need is to downsize so it is attrac- 368 Lower Ganges Road cover, new heater, rebuilt pump. tively priced for a quick sale. $500 3 bdrm high end townhouse, walk to town, long Good cedar skirt. 1/2 year warranty. fi rm. 537-4643. term, avail. immed...... $1750 $1950. 538-8244. Space Available See a great PRICES HAVE gone down! I didn’t 370 PETS/LIVESTOCK photo in believe it either. Water storage tanks SHITZU PUPPIES, 5 males, 2 1051 sq. ft. the Driftwood? and water delivery. Isles West Water females, ready to go June 10. Vet Services. 653-4513. checked & fi rst shots, will deliver. 537-4722 Call today to $650. 250-296-0044. order your BE READY for winter. Large Ariens Contact: Ferd Kallstrom 1-800-800-9492 reprint! snowblower. Electric start, excel- ENGLISH SPRINGER Spaniels, Island Explorer is a fully licensed, bonded lent condition. Seldom used. Works pure bred, ready, June 21. Phone (250) 701-3591 management company under the laws of the B.C. Govt. 537-9933 great! $400 obo. 537-1411. 250-246-2953. 46 | WEDNESDAY, MAY 23, 2007 | GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD DRIFTWOOD CLASSIFIEDS – 537-9933 [email protected] 900 TOO LATE TO CLASSIFY 900 TOO LATE TO CLASSIFY 900 TOO LATE TO CLASSIFY 900 TOO LATE TO CLASSIFY PLEASE NOTE: Too Late to Classify ads are ELECTRIC BIKES MAKE SENSE! 1985 MALIBU, 16’ power boat. With 1998 115 KUNDALINI DANCE WORKSHOP accepted until 10:00 am Tuesday at the rate of Quiet, pollution-free, easy to park. Call 537- hp Evinrude outboard and an EZ Loader trailer. When: June 9, 1pm - 8pm, June 10, 11am - $12.75 for 20 words or less and 50 cents for each 2840. [email protected], www.evriders.ca. Comes with depth sounder and down rigger 6pm. Where: Beaver Point Hall. Explore THE additional word. The Driftwood cannot be respon- REIKI LEVEL II workshop, Thursday, May mounts. Very good condition and runs very well. dance as a spiritual practice, activate your 9 sible for errors or omissions as these ads may not 31, 9:30 to 3:30. For more information call Need to sell. Asking $5000 obo. 537-5473. chakras and release mental and emotional stress. Experience the transformational pow- be proofread because of time constraint. Julie Howard 537-9433. FULFORD COMMUNITY Nature School er of ecstasy through dance. Register online 7 GREAT THURSDAY NIGHTS at Rock Salt Restaurant & JOURNEYMAN PLUMBER/ GAS FITTER Society is now accepting applications for Cafe - prime rib, homemade Yorkshire pudding, employment in our summer youth camps. Art at ekstasisdance.com/register.htm or through 5 available for all your plumbing and heating Windfl ower Moon, 148 Fulford-Ganges. 6 garlic mashed potato, gravy & veggies. $15. needs. Reasonable rates. Interprovincial Red Camp, July 2 - July 13, and Sport Camp, July VESUVIUS 4 SAM ANDERSON Appliance Repair. Hot wa- 16 - July 27, both require an assistant coordi- KUNDALINI DANCE TEMPLE EVENT 8 GARAGE Seal. Available day or night for your convenience. When: June 8, 8pm - 1am. Where: Beaver Point ter tank and appliance installation. Authorized Seniors discount. Please call Jay at 537-4680. nator and three senior student assistants for 1 each camp. Applicants should have some ex- Hall. With DJ's Gordon Field (Interchill), Jay Mi- warranty technician for all makes. 537-5268. GARAGE SALE perience working with young children for all chael (area709,entheogenetic.com), Paola (eksta- 3 GANGES GULF ISLANDS Optical. 50% refund on the cost Saturday 26, 10am - 1 pm. Children’s items, sisdance.com). Shamanic facilitation by Luna SALE positions; some sports skills for sport camp of your eye test when you purchase a full set of highchair, breatpump, adult clothes, house- and interest and some training in art for art Ravenchilde. $20 at the door, $13 in advance, frames and lenses. Lancer Bldg. 537-2648. hold items, furniture, electronics, antiques. camp. Deadline: May 25. Send resume to tickets at Windfl ower Moon, 148 Fulford-Ganges. ADULT POOL memberships at Summerside. No early birds! Parking on Main Rd. 400 F.C.N.S.S., 112 Rainbow Rd., SSI, V8K 2K3. EAR CANDLING at Solace Organic Spa. An- Limited memberships available for $100/ Long Harbour Rd, top house. MAP Further information call 653-9383. cient “Auricular Therapy”. 1 hour session $65 month. Includes daily access to our indoor MOVING/ESTATE sale. Furniture, patio/deck MOVING SALE: wardrobe, upright piano, with Lymph and Neck Massage. 653-4688. 2 pool and exercise area. For more information furniture, garden equipment. 537-2339. call Julie @ 537-9433. Singer sewing machine table, vintage Apple PEDICURE & MANICURE now available at Sol- GORGEUOS SMALL cabin, off the grid, ace Organic Spa with Rachel Brown - Skin and FREE DINNER at the Rock Salt Restaurant & Mac computers, overhead projector, pro- stunning views, suits single person who pane BBQ, cedar picnic table, men’s & kid’s Spa Technician. Call us for more info 653-4688. & Cafe on the day of your birthday when you would appreciate healing environment. Avail. eat with 2 other adults. golf clubs, river kayak, electric lawn mower, MOVING - DOWNSIZING FULFORD immediately. Refs required. 538-0086. freezer, 3 colour TVs, leather chair, 1979 Lighted, king size oak bookcase head board, WANTED TO buy: fi rewood logs. Konig & 2 FOR 1 KAYAK TOURS Honda Civic. 538-0133 for viewing. Duxiana king bed; Caroline pine round table with Son Firewood. Phone 537-9531. Weekdays w/ the Salt Spring Adventure Co. ABATTOIR MEETING 2:30 pm Sunday May 2 leaves & 6 chairs; round glass table wih 6 chairs; Aquafi t at Summerside Pool 537-2764, www.saltspringadventures.com. large oak L shaped deck with compuer return; oak 27th at Gavin Johnstone’s farm, 2100 Fulford SAT. MAY 26, 10 - 1. 300 Walk- If you would like to loosen up stiff joints, GREAT ISLAND Car! Collector plates - cheap Ganges Rd, opposite the Holly Farm. entertainment center; Weider Platinum workout 340 GARAGE SALES 5 relieve stress or lose some pounds, and system; plants and much more. Call 653-9237. ers Hook, near dip. Following insurance $150/year. 1978 Oldsmobile Ome- FULFORD DAY AGM will be held June 5th at LIONS GARAGE Sale: Fri- have some fun, aquafi t is for you. Monday, LOSE WEIGHT AND LEARN TO RUN! Sat. if raining. Lots of goodies. ga, less than 80,000 mi. Lots of life left in this 6:30 pm in the Fulford OAP Hall. We need in- 1 days & Saturdays only 10 Wednesday, Friday, 9:30 - 10:30 am. “Easy classy old car. $1900. Call Allan 537-0700. Diva Run Club. First class FREE, Wednesday PORTABLE CD player, com- does it” Walking Water class - Monday and terested and enthusiastic people to help keep am - 12 pm. Many household items. 6 puter scanner, toaster oven, FAMILY HYMN nites starting June 13. Call Deb at 537-7696 for Wednesday 10:30 - 11:30 am. For more in- this community fundraising event alive. Come Note: We no longer offer pickups. spin washer, new dlink fi ling cabi- Oh Lord we lift our prayer to Thee for love within more information or visit saltspringfi tness.com. formation call Julie at 537-9433. join in and be part of this fun family day. We do not accept appliances. Drop- net, kids toys, fabric, etc. Everything the family. Lord hear us as we pray. Help our fa- LOST: BLACK double seat rain cover for 7 MONTH OLD, yorkie malti poo, adorable, offs accepted only on Fri. & Sat. priced to go! 225 Vesuvius Bay Rd. EXPERIENCED GARDENER, now available thers to fulfi ll their role. To lead, encourage, guide, boat on Long Harbour Rd, on Friday after- for garden renovation, rejuvination and gen- calm, intelligent and hypoallergenic. All shots. noon, May 18. 537-5203. morning. Please, no garbage!! 103 Sat., May 26, 9am to 3pm. console. Whether our dad is home by day, or Looking for new family. $650. 653-9903. Bonnet Ave. eral maintenance. Call Jen, 538-1828. WANTED: USED 10’ T-Bar metal posts. 537-4234. MOVING SALE. Saturday, May working far away. Dear God, you know a mother’s VESUVIUS BAY furnished waterfront cottage for MULTI-FAMILY yard sale. 10 7 GOT STUMPS? I can grind them for you, 2002 FORD Explorer. Eddie Bauer. Cargo. 26, 9-1. Rain or shine at 120 joy to teach and nurture girl or boy. To see their rent June 1 to Aug 15. $2500 incl. 250-537-4178. 2 am - 3 pm, Sunday, May 27. big or small. Also chip all your brush and lessons learned. To watch as they mature with Moon roof. Dealer maintained. Dealer serviced. Mansell. Couch, chairs, electronica, branches. Fast and friendly service. Call [email protected]. References required. Premium Care Extended warranty to Dec 07. Interesting treasures, cool clothes, clothing, books, and wonderful trea- grace, to trust them with their private space. Let tools, household, books, music. 782 George, 653-9993 or 538-8187. mother know her thanks is earned and see her GARAGE SALE Excellent condition. $23,000. 537-1883. sures! 1997 YAMAHA CW50 SCOOTER Mostly for men. Sat. May 26, 9 am - 1 pm. Beaver Point Rd. Weston Lake, rain YARD SALE, May 26 Opera- trust returned. Our children face an ugly world, or shine. 8 50CC 2-stroke, 60km/h+, 4,675 km, original aggression’s hostile fl ag unfurled, which gives Contents of shed, radial arm saw, fl oor drill, herecome yea, hereone, yea come all tion Trackshoes Fundraiser at owner, great condition. New battery this year, us all concern. With moral standards in decay, at grinder, shop tools, garden tools, shop sup- 3 8 am - 2 pm, SATURDAY, the G.I.F.T.S. building. 152 McPhillips great on gas, no premix necessary. Only used on home, at school at work, in play. And our behav- plies, etc. 108 Pine St. Brinkworthy Pl. MAY 26. 105 Barkers Place, Ave. 9am to 2pm. Salt Spring. $1000 obo, please call 537- 4953. ior shapes in turn the values children learn. Dear POT LUCK lunch to celebrate Nancy Wi- household items, tables, chairs, CUL-DE-SAC SALE, Sat., May WANTED, RV to rent or buy, June 14 - 20, Lord, if family bonds are breached, and under- gen’s birthday at 1684 North Beach Rd. on wood stove, 12’ aluminum boat. 9 26, 9:30 am to 1 pm. 10 families with good rear bed and no mould, respon- standing can’t be reached let reason rule the day. Monday, May 28 at noon. 4 199 NORTON ROAD, 8 am to purge! Smattering of antiques, collect- sible couple, NS, NP. 537-9773. Let parents’ fi rst concern remain their childrens’ SALTSPRING WATER Co. Now fully licensed 1 pm. Saturday, May 26. ibles, furniture, linens, tools, etc. Rain or THANKS TO all who contribute their GVM re- welfare under strain. Help sons and daughters for the bulk delivery of potable and irrigation June 1st, 12-4 shine. 211 Margolin Dr. off North End. ciepts to Box #47 & Copper Kettle Community know that they are loved by those away. God, water. Water storage tanks available. Please d open-air play d Partnership. Together we make all the difference. keep our families close and strong, a shield from call Damen at 250-538-0102. harm, or hurt, or wrong, a bond that sets us free. QUIET, PRIVATE, responsible, reliable, non- OCEANFRONT CEDAR home. 3 bdrm, 2 bath, craftsJune food1st, 12-4 games smoking tenant looking for place to rent. A father’s strength, a mother’s care, unspoken 6 appli., privacy, dock, decks, fully equipped, J Phone Diane at 537-2664 or contact her at love that children share. And heavenly Father, avail. June and August. www.saltspringrental- dmarket open-airJune auction1st, play d the uptown Pharmasave. grant that we are join in love with thee. Written house.com, 416-483-8175 or 537-8408. Claudia by Kenneth Samuel Gunning. April 6, 1930 - April BCSPCA ANNUAL Garage Sale June 16th. THE JOB Squad has 2 house paintings open- craftsJune food1st, 12-4 games Now accepting donations. New or like new 23, 2007. Dedicated by Amber Cab Co. ing left for this season. Call now, 537-5703. Picks a WINNER! d open-air12-4 play d items. Sorry no clothing this year. Call 537- LOVELY, 2 BEDROOM, den 2 bathroom home WATER STORAGE Tank Cleaning Service. Call 2123 to arrange drop-offs & pick-ups. in Ganges with view on 1 acre, 5 appl., NS, NP, Damen at The Saltspring Water Co. 250-538-0102. Place a classifi ed ad in the $1250/m. References. Avail June 1. 250-382-2970. d d THE SPCA always accepts kittens. Please LOVE FEST Jaime & Drew RT anniversary crafts open-air food play games Driftwood & your name is do not abandon. We also offer spay/neuter 1982 DODGE CAMPERVAN for sale. Excellent party, potluck dinner / barn dance. Beaver assistance. Please do not let your cat have condition. Fully equipped with stove top, 3 way Point Hall. Sat., May 26, 6:00 pm. crafts food automatically entered to win a a litter. Cat overpopulation is a real problem. fridge, furnace, water heater, toilet. Lots of stor- craftsJune food1st, 12-4 games Call 537-2123 for help. age space. Easy to park. $7000. Call 537-4859. MULTI GARAGE SALE games BC49 Lotto ticket. Sunday, May 27, 9:30am - 2pm on Hereford d d THE PERFECT treadmill. This exercise unit by CHRISTINA SURBEY will be coming May 25, open-air play NodicTtrak will last forever! No electrical connec- 26, 27 for private sessions. 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(private party PHOENIX SCHOOL “HOME-BASED Business” Opportunity 28' ROYALClassic Expedition RV Class C 163 Drake St Come to The Driftwood offi ce to claim your prize ads, 20 words, 1 vehicle per special, must be available early June for mature/ professional - 1998. Ford Triton 61,000 km. As new con- prepaid.) Call 537-9933 for details. single. 2 bdrm., 1100 sq. ft. with basement dition. Oak cabinets, air, microwave, shower/ 328 Lower Ganges Rd MISC. FURNITURE, indoors/outdoors, Saturday storage, sunny newly renovated home, 1 mi. tub, queen bed, awning, vhf, propane/elec- 537-9933 26. 404 Scott Point Drive. 10am - 12 noon only. from town. Price negotiable 537-2838. tric fridge,hot water, $35,000. 538-1838. This Week’s Horoscope

Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20) advance your position. Are there any favours probably also certain things to end. How to The momentum is rising steadily and you can or earned rewards you could request from communicate your feelings and be heard and feel the full force of spring both within and authority fi gures at this time. If you work for respected is the trick. without. There is more at play that just the fi ne yourself make the most of this dynamic 3-4 weather why the whole solar system is working week period. Perhaps you are ready for a raise Capricorn (Dec 22 – Jan 19) to see you soar. Ah weather to linger longer at or a loan or anything to increase your power With the Sun in you house of health that is the home in the garden or venture out to embrace and earning potential. call for you now for the next few weeks. Paying the sweet season – decisions, decisions. You closer attention to the quality of your lifestyle may also feel the urge to cover a lot of ground. Libra (Sep 23 – Oct 22) may be a very good idea. If you are already The urge to travel is big now. Whether in mind pretty healthy, get healthier. It may be as much Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21) or body or both you are eager to expand your your mind and or the quality of your perspec- When it comes to fulfi lling wants, needs and visions and horizons. Others may be pushing tives, attitude or vision that needs a little work. desires life gets busy. Toss in everyday respon- you to take initiative, perhaps even aggres- sibilities and the weekend arrives quickly. The sively. Finding the words and the ways to Aquarius (Jan 20 – Feb 19) question is are you enjoying the moment or communicate your truth and feelings is part of The focus continues to be on creativity. You are are you over focused on outcomes? Whether the plot. Aiming to create more harmony may feeling inspired and energetic to take on new you are aiming to earn extra cash by working require new tools and strategies. Everything projects and interests. This is a good time to more or tending to other means of bringing may be moving fast right now and this will break through to a new level somehow or at in more streams of income the key is to have continue for at least another week. least set your intentions to do so. Attending fun all the while. to your health and the quality of your diet Scorpio (Oct 23 – Nov 21) remains active as well and will continue for Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21) You have entered a rather deep cycle of change. a few weeks. You are in the mood to take a dynamic lead. Your perceptions and traditional way of doing Reclaiming any lost ground from a slow start things may require re-assessment. Working to Pisces (Feb 20 – Mar 20) this spring is high on the list. Woe to the one control your self, for one reason or another, is A good deal of activity close to home is keep- who challenges your charge. You would like to ideal now. There are indications that you are ing you busy. You feel creative and want to tip toe through the tulips but hey, sometimes working diligently to break through to higher nurture yourself, your loved ones and your you gotta march. Your sights are set on creat- ground. Ironically, this may require that you dig ambitions. You are eager to initiate actions that ing more comfort, security and affection too. a little deeper than you normally would. will increase your lot. Balancing your vision and your energies realistically is important. Cancer (Jun 22 – Jul 22) Sagittarius (Nov 22 – Dec 21) Your career and/or social reputation may need Ah the meditative moments available with the The spotlight continues to shine on your rela- extra special attention. long warm days of spring. Even rainy days offer tionships. Friends, lovers, ex-lovers and/or an excuse to rejoice in the fl owers and fresh spouse and probably family relations are high- foliage. Flirting with possibilities meanwhile is lighted. You want certain things to deepen and a source of excitement. This may be especially evident in your professional sphere. You are in the mood to both learn and perhaps instruct as ","- "* Ê ,"1/Ê/"Ê9"1Ê 9°°° well. Experiential activity will probably prove most valuable. !RVID Leo (Jul 23 – Aug 23) Awakening to a host of inspiring opportunities is a source of inspiration. With new friends and #HALMERS places to explore you are on the go. Your mind is open to possibilities and you are eager to ,TD address all promising prospects. Deep feelings of love and the accompanying passion is fi lling your heart, body, mind and soul. Your willing- 2EAL%STATE ness to change and try new things and angles of approach is ideal if not necessary. Virgo (Aug 24 – Sep 22) ARVID SALTSPRINGCOM The spotlight is shining on your public and professional scene. This is a great time to s GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD | WEDNESDAY, MAY 23, 2007 | 47

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PHOTO BY DERRICK LUNDY tournament’s nine possible on in past years, said Weath- points during match play erall. ISLAND STARS: Alysha Collette is proud of her fi nd as Fernwood school kids hit the beach by Fernwood dock. against some quite formi- “It’s been dog years since dable opponents. we’ve won,” he said. INTERNATIONAL CHARITY Salt Spring university women sponsor 25 girls overseas Island generosity runs tion, many would be urged into grandparents are forcing me to get saries to deserving students. of home-made treats of food and early marriage . . . Once selected, married, that is not good for a girl The 25 sponsored girls live in gift items, and a silent and live from Malawi to India each girl writes an annual letter, to get early married.” The Cameroon, Ghana, Jamaica, auction held in early December at In a project dubbed HOPE, the Salt which is accompanied by a report Tracey in the Solomon Islands says Kenya, Lesotho, India, Malawi, the club’s annual Christmas lun- Spring branch of the Canadian Feder- from the school along with grades. she can see there’s a future awaiting Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, cheon. Club members and their ation of University Women (CFUW) The letters are compelling, and her. “ . . . girls have the ability to do Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda, and guests look forward to shopping has this year dramatically increased refl ect not only the hardships faced whatever they want to do. I’m always Zambia. They are selected through for Christmas at this event. the number of young women spon- by these young women, but also hoping that one day I could show the the auspices of the volunteer- Besides sponsoring overseas sored for secondary education in less their dreams of making a better life world that we girls are full of talents based Commonwealth Countries students, Salt Spring Island CFUW developed countries. for themselves, their families, their that are never realized.” Her goal is to League’s Education Fund. Funds has for many years sponsored two Starting with an initial two stu- countries.” become an air pilot. are channelled through this orga- post-secondary scholarships for dents in 2005, increased to seven Ella from Malawi writes that Paramasware of Tamil Nadir nization, as are annual progress graduates of GISS. The club has in 2006, a total of 25 girls are spon- she and her sister live with aged in southern India was sponsored reports, and 100 per cent of funds charitable status for both scholar- sored this year —10 girls sponsored grandparents, as both their par- during the fi rst year of the HOPE raised on Salt Spring go directly to ship funds and can issue receipts by the club and a further 15 taken ents died in the early 1990s. With project. She matriculated, won a the scholarships. A total of $11,118 for individual donations. up by individual club members. no income in the family, although scholarship to university, and now has been forwarded overseas for The club meets on the last Sat- “The young women are selected Ella wishes to go to university, she studies engineering — a remark- the upcoming school year. Indi- urday morning of the month; for outstanding academic achieve- is handicapped by lack of school able achievement for the daughter vidual fees vary widely in amount, anyone interested in membership ment and fi nancial need, and are fees, uniform and shoes, boarding of stone quarry workers. While lack from $150 to $750 Canadian per in CFUW or in the HOPE Project recommended by their schools fees, supplies, and scant school of school fees in poor countries year. A high proportion of the girls may contact president elect Ursula and screened by local representa- library resources. She claims that prevents many youngsters from sponsored by CFUW have been Livingston at 537-8561, treasurer tives,” notes a CFUW press release. hunger is ever present and she pursuing elementary and second- orphaned due to HIV/AIDS. Lyndsay Mundy at 537-5235, or ”Without fi nancial sponsorship to spends much time fetching food ary school, universities are often The major fundraiser for the HOPE chair Marilyn McDowell complete their high school educa- for the family. “Apart from this, my free or offer scholarships and bur- HOPE Project is a hostess table 538-1936. TV Listings Heard the good news? see pages 17 & 18 (If not, perhaps it’s time for a visit) GULF ISLANDS OPTICAL We’re eager to share our good news with you. Venus Eyewear In addition to an outstanding service experience, now we also guarantee the best value anywhere in Canada. Distinctly Diff erent To experience it for yourself, call 1-800-563-HEAR today Create the look you love with stylish frames for every occasion to book your FREE hearing test and 90-day trial Tuesday - Friday 10am - 5pm on any of our products. MIDNIGHT BLACK 537-2648 in the Lancer Bldg., Ganges SKY BLUE SPRING 2 FOR 1 SALE ENDS MAY 31ST Unheard of Service and Value. Beautiful floors Guaranteed. made to last!

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